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Corporate data volume grew by about 50% last year and the budgets for that function grew by 0%, according to industry analysts. The explosion in data volume and diversity, including pipeline inspection documentation, is putting tremendous cost and control pressures on corporate information technology (IT) organizations.
When 40% or more of corporate data is not subject to a specific legal duty and has no business value – the capability to quickly identify this "digital waste" provides a compelling opportunity for IT groups to dramatically reduce costs and free up strategic IT investment dollars.
With flat budgets – and data volume growth estimated by one research firm to grow by a factor of 44 in the next 10 years1 – how will your organization invest in real-time information technologies that streamline planning, delivery and shipment?
How will you fund innovation with the latest 3-D pipeline inspection technologies?
How will you afford content management or data warehouse solutions needed to manage the 10,000+ pieces of preserved data mandated by the EPA?
Further – the revenue-generating business units likely need more storage and search tools so they can weed through the excess and find the right data to manage the business. All these projects are at risk if the budget is being consumed by excess data storage and information management expenditures.
Companies that can and do dispose of unnecessary information are able to return more profit to shareholders and use their IT budgets for strategic investments rather than managing digital waste.
Without a systematic, reliable way to determine the applicable legal obligations and value of data, to defensibly dispose of excess data, corporate IT departments typically adopt an extremely costly "keep everything" policy. Now more than ever, companies must invest in significant cost-reducing information governance "defensible disposal" processes.
Information Governance Defined
Information governance is the discipline of managing information according to its attendant legal obligations and its business value, enabling the defensible disposal of data and lowering the cost of legal compliance. Best practice has emerged that can guide corporate IT departments to a strategy of storing less and making more efficient use of IT resources.
A new study commissioned by the Compliance, Governance, and Oversight Council (CGOC) in concert with electronic discovery reference model (EDRM) and the new Information Management Reference Model project, assesses the challenges and how companies are addressing the problem.
CGOC members include executives from companies such as ExxonMobil, ConocoPhillips and Devon Energy. This first-of-its-kind survey includes legal group, records group and IT group stakeholders from oil, gas and energy companies, as well as other industries such as life sciences, insurance, consumer goods and chemicals.
CGOC asked participants what they perceived as the benefits and barriers to better information governance and how well the traditional tools and processes worked. The study (available at www.cgoc.com) captures the essence of painful compliance and governance disconnects, and in particular, the disconnects among legal, records and IT practitioners within the same company. Given the data explosion that continues to occur in oil, gas and energy companies, its lessons are germane today for the pipeline industry.
The Price of "Keep Everything"
Data storage is not cheap. Oil and gas IT shops already spend an estimated 3% of revenues on data management2, which can add up to hundreds of millions of dollars each year. And these amounts will only increase.
Some may argue that keeping everything is, in fact, a valid approach, as long as all the data is properly indexed and therefore searchable. But unfortunately, searching and indexing 5 petabytes of data will not tell you what is on hold, what is of value and what is subject to regulatory obligation. The obligation and value of information are not determined by their searchable text content but rather by business people making systematic, informed business decisions.
So what happens, for example, when the EPA comes knocking with an information request? As it is, most legal departments do not fully understand all the EPA's regulations and how they apply across their lines of business and various departments, and even if they do, they have no mechanism for communicating this information to the IT group. These companies are already challenged to identify and communicate what parts of their enormous data volume is needed for regulatory, legal, environmental, and strategic market requirements. And, as the amount of data increases, the risk of compliance violations will continue to increase.
Are not legal holds and records management enough? The CGOC Benchmark Report on Information Governance found that across all industries, too many organizations lack systematic linkage and transparency among the people who determine the legal obligations, the people who determine value and the people who manage the information. In fact, 85% of legal, records management and IT staff surveyed viewed this lack of consistent collaboration as the single biggest barrier to defensible disposal and a source of risk.
In addition to the lack of connectivity and transparency, the form of legal hold and form of retention schedule are often part of the problem as well. Legal holds refer to the custodians and not to data sources. Retention schedules refer to business functions and record classes – again, not to data sources. Therefore the IT group has no legal obligations tied to the information sources in which the data resides.
Virtually 100% of the IT organizations surveyed in the CGOC Benchmark Report imposed capacity quotas to contain data growth, yet 77% said the retention schedule was not used or actionable by the IT organization for retiring data or applications.
Often, the form of retention schedule was never modernized from its application to paper records in a single location, and it was so generalized that it could not be reliably applied by people who manage electronic information in multiple sources (which may or may not be records but nonetheless need to be disposed of).
In fact, most large companies today operate multiple divisions or business units with very disparate products in many different countries – the actual value of specific information is determined by the business teams that generate it in the course of their business and the regulatory requirements are determined by the country or jurisdiction in which they operate and the information resides. The form of schedule or the absence of efficient schedule, information inventory, and taxonomy tools often leads companies to over-distill business value and legal requirements and results in schedules that are imprecise, unusable by general employees or IT specialists or are very difficult to maintain.
Some legal departments choose to manage legal holds as simple email notification to general employees and one or two IT staff members, ignoring the thousands of employees in IT involved in managing the data (and the risk this represents) and the dynamic employee base and information environment.
In many companies, no one in the legal department knows definitively who is on legal hold, so it is impossible for the IT group to know. Even where the legal department manages a master list of legal holds, few provide an accurate, real-time list of legal holds with the scope of people and information involved to the IT organization. For IT there is not enough specificity of instruction to guide consistent and confident execution, so they must keep everything. Occasionally legal staff recognizes that the lack of 1) transparency and 2) process controls prevents disposition of data, but they may justify this inefficiency because they believe the cost of information storage and management is cheap, the cost of precision process management systems are too high, or that saving more data reduces legal risk.
Ironically, quite the opposite is true. Information management costs companies on average 3.4% of revenues (2) (and almost twice that in financial services companies) and the most dramatic ediscovery failure cases resulted from the IT group's inability to preserve or find data in their possession! When the legal department assumes that keeping all information forever reduces risk, they shift legal risk and an unspoken compliance standard –and related costs — to the IT group.
A comprehensive information governance (IG) plan that enables a pipeline company, for example, to demonstrate the defensible disposal of data that has no associated regulatory requirements, legal obligations or business value is mandatory.
Many pipeline companies have put programs in place to eliminate excess data. Their goals are to significantly reduce storage and other information management costs while improving their ability to comply with regulations, respond to requests for legal holds, and use high-value business information effectively.
Don't Reinvent The Wheel
There are three resources that can help a manager define a vision and roadmap for his or her corporation, develop the processes and skills necessary, and enable change management for rigorous compliance in concert with defensible disposal:
1. CGOC – a corporate practitioners' community with 800 members in legal, records management and IT functions from global companies. CGOC holds meetings throughout the year, publishes benchmark reports, papers, and an online reference library, and provides a professional network. The "CGOC Benchmark Report on Information Governance" is important reading for anyone focused on unifying processes across legal, records and IT functions to lower risk and cost. www.cgoc.com.
2. Information Management Reference Model (IMRM) – The model is promulgated by the electronic discovery reference model (EDRM) organization in recognition that the vast majority of ediscovery costs and risks arises from a company's inability to dispose of data in the routine course of business. www.edrm.net.
3. Information Governance Process Maturity Model – this process maturity model helps companies to assess their current governance process maturity and determine the levels of risk and costs associated with current practices and process improvement. www.pss-systems.com/IGPMM.
What Is The Path For A Pipeline Company To Achieve Rigorous Data Discovery, Value-Based Retention And Defensible Disposal?
Leaders of change and operational excellence recognize that achieving the substantial reduction in cost and risk from information governance and defensible disposal requires a change in processes, including investments to:
1. Systematically link the business processes in the salient departments. Provide structural collaboration and transparency with automated workflow and collaboration wherever possible. Eliminate manual ties among thousands of data sources, thousands of regulations that dictate retention or privacy requirements and hundreds or thousands of legal holds across a diverse business.
2. Modernize the records management program to provide reliable, actionable information procedures to IT for execution. The diversity of business units requires capturing unique business value, local terminology and the many disparate locations where information is stored. Overlay schedules and procedures on this inventory in a shared application so IT can manage data by its value, legal can rapidly discover information, and the retention program can be systematically audited.
3. Treat legal holds as an enterprise process rather than a legal department task. Ensure that legal can initiate holds so that people, records, information categories and data sources subject to a hold are properly identified and precisely communicated to all information stakeholders so they can have accurate information as they perform their jobs. Consider systems that can automatically propagate holds in high volume data sources such as email archives, content management systems, and transaction applications so that routine disposition can also be automated.
4. Ensure that the IT group can determine, in their terms and with little or no interpretation, 1) who and what is on hold, 2) what is of value and 3) what is subject to regulatory obligation. In other words, enable IT to determine in real time how to more precisely and efficiently manage data for the enterprise. One of the biggest changes in records management and legal holds is that 98% of information is electronic under the stewardship of IT. As a result, IT must be viewed as the target "consumer" of legal hold communications and retention schedules and this requires changing the form of traditional tools to suit their purpose today – rigorous compliance, defensible disposal.
Deidre Paknad – founder of the Compliance, Governance, and Oversight Council (CGOC) – is president and CEO of PSS Systems, an IBM Company. Paknad is widely credited with having conceived of and launched the first commercial applications for legal holds, collections and retention management. She founded the CGOC, a professional community on retention and preservation that analyst firm IDC has labeled a "think tank." She has been a member of several Sedona working groups and leads the EDRM IMRM working group 6. Her blog on information governance can be found at http://www.pss-systems.com/blog.
Lorrie Luellig serves as Of Counsel to – and is a founding member of – the Ryley Carlock & Applewhite Document Control Group. Luellig has extensive experience counseling clients about retention policies and procedures for both litigation-related matters and overall company operations. She has helped to create and implement strategies for Fortune 100 companies in the areas of legal and regulatory compliance, litigation holds, privacy and security issues. She leads the Electronic Discovery Reference Model's (EDRM) Information Management Reference Model (IMRM) Corporations Subgroup and the CGOC Records and Information Management (RIM) Working Group and was instrumental in designing the recent CGOC study on information governance. She received her LL.M. from Harvard Law School, Cambridge, MA.
1. IDC Digital Universe Study, May 2010
2. Gartner IT Metrics: IT Spending and Staffing Report, 2010


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Monday, October 14, 2013
Author Tia Kelly interviews Marc Stafford!
Author Tia Kelly talked to Marc Stafford today on her blog. She said,
"Why didn't y'all warn me about Marc Stafford? Woowee! I'm going to let him tell you who he is while I sit here and fan myself… (I'm starting to like having all these sexy men sitting at my desk, staring at me while I finish this manuscript… the distractions are delicious!)"
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Welcome to Right-On with HFG Happy Families Support Network Inc. (HFG)
HFG is a not-for-profit support group that provides ongoing support to women and children who have experienced abuse
HFG is a free support group for women and children who have experienced abuse, run by women who have experienced abuse
The topic for today is – Co-Parenting With Your Abuser
Parenting is the most difficult task we take on because there is no manual on how things should be done
Parenting is a process of trial and error and sometimes things come to you naturally and sometimes they don't
Co-parenting with your abuser will be more difficult and you will always be under scrutiny, feeling like you're in a fish bowl
There are highs, lows, triumphs, discipline/guidance in a regular day as a parent
But co-parenting with your abuser includes the added responsibility of following court orders and parenting agreements
Also imagine, parenting being made more difficult because of conflicting messages being given to your children
It's your job to ensure your children aren't placed in the middle of conflict when co-parenting with your abuser
How do you deal with your own fears and insecurities when co-parenting with your abuser?
How do you stay sane, keep your children safe and be the amazing parent you can be when co-parenting with your abuser?
Accept that your abuser need to see you down & suffering, so they will do everything in their power to keep you down
Understand that you will always be wrong no matter what you do or say to your abuser
Accept that you will always be wrong when dealing with your abuser…and move on, get over it
Get to know your emotional triggers and learn to deal with them so go don't always get hurt
Some great strategies you can use to maintain sanity and peace when co-parenting with your abuser are:
- Keep a copy of all court orders & parenting agreements handy for quick reference when co-parenting with your abuser
- Stick to the schedule in the parenting agreement unless there is an emergency
- Keep communication with your abuser outside of court to a minimum and only things related to your children's needs
- Communicate only through email so you'll have a record of what was said
- Have it in your court order that communications between you and your abuser be only through email
- Make sure you save all conversations, emails, texts etc. between you and your abuser, for documented proof of what was said
- If you have to speak to your abuser by phone, don't engage, hang up at the first insult and send an email instead
- Accept that you will never be right regardless of what you say to your abuser
- Prepare a monthly access calendar with access per parenting agreement and share with school and daycare
- Keep a copy of the monthly access calendar on hand for quick reference and to be able to make plans for you children
- Email a copy of the access calendar to your abuser every month to reduce confusion in scheduling
- Always verify information about your children from teachers, doctors, counselors, etc. and document all information
- TRUST yourself. Go with your gut feelings/intuitions, it's usually the right way to go
- Be kind to yourself. You are only human after all. Mistakes are allowed because that's how we learn
- Take charge of the process and paperwork of co-parenting with your abuser. Yes, it's a lot of work. BUT… NO BUTS!
- Enjoy your time with your children. Create new routines and memories to make your time together very special
- Constantly tell your children you love them, but also show them you love them. Actions speak louder than words
- Show your children what real love is between families. Laugh and play a lot with your children
- Create a general safety plan with/for your children for when they don't feel safe
- Practice the safety plan regularly with your children so they will be comfortable implementing it when needed
- Take your children to therapy if needed. A safe person to talk to and confide in, someone who can help when you can't
- Be available to your children when they are with you. Actively listen to everything they say. BE IN THE MOMENT
- Make and enforce your own house rules. Your children need to know the homes are separate and you're in charge of your home
It's very important for you to reconnect with your inner self now that you are no longer with your abuser
Learn relaxation and visualization techniques to help you through the hard times and begin to create a new life for yourself
When your children are away take time to relax & make life all about you. You will feel energized and ready for all challenges
Your children will notice when you start taking care of yourself because you will be a happier YOU
Your children benefit most when you are relaxed and energized because you are better able to handle stress
Take a deep breath. Love your children, love yourself. Be the amazing parent you know you can be
Co-parenting with you abuser is hard work, but YOU CAN DO THIS!
BE STRONG. Remember you are doing this for your children
Please email comments and questions to email@example.com and join the conversation
Thanks for joining Right-On with HFG
We look forward to seeing you next Wednesday November 12 for our weekly Right-On conversation
The topic for next week is – Surviving After Abuse
Please email your questions and comments to firstname.lastname@example.com
If you would like more information on the HFG support group please email email@example.com
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How to Figure Out How Much Money Your Van Is Worthby Contributor
If you own a van and are looking to sell it, you may be thinking "How much is my van worth?" Luckily, that is a very easy question to answer. There are multiple ways that you can figure out the value of your vehicle free of charge, and quickly choose an appropriate price point that will earn you a healthy profit and also appeal to potential buyers.
Scope out the competition. One of the best ways to get an idea of where you should set your price point is to look at other vans like yours that are currently for sale. Keep in mind that dealerships will generally ask higher prices than private parties, so make sure to concentrate most of your comparisons on private party vehicles or subtract five to eight percent from the dealership prices.
Evaluate the demand for your vehicle. Depending upon where you live a van may be in high or low demand, and this will factor into the price point. If you live in a rural or remote area where pickup trucks are more popular then you will probably receive less for your fan, but if you live in a suburban area populated with a high number of families you might be able to ask a higher price due to the demand.
Consult with people you know. Sometimes just asking the opinion of other people such as friends and family is a great way to get an idea of what someone might be willing to pay for your van. Make sure to tell them to give you an accurate and honest opinion because trying to spare your feelings or inflate the price will only lead you towards making a mistake when setting the price point.
Look up the book value. There are many tools and references that you can use to determine the book value of your van. Many of them are available online or in print, and these resources are designed to give you a specific price range that would be acceptable to use for your van depending upon its specific condition.
Be realistic about your price point. Don't list your van for a ridiculous amount of money hoping that you'll attract a naive buyer. This isn't fair, and most people are far too savvy to blindly purchase a van without looking around first to figure out if they are paying a fair price.
Remain flexible on the final amount. If someone comes to look at your van and presents you with a reasonable offer then you should consider taking it. Most people like to feel that they are getting some type of bargain no matter how high or low the price of the van may be, and if you're unwilling to be even a little flexible on your price you may end up keeping your van for a long time.
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Detalii loc de munca - Olanda
Descrierea jobului - Olanda
A Dutch agency specialized in the recruitment of candidates for damage repair positions on cars. The company started after experiencing a large demand for qualified car repair workers on the Dutch, Belgian and German market. The agency is experienced in the recruitment of central-European workers and expressed their need for additional recruitment force. The workplace is all over Holland, also clients in Belgium and Germany. Period of contract: 130 weeks, if appreciated they can work longer periods Salary: 1634 euro/month from this they need to pay their insurance which is 74,50/month: 1559,50 euro/month remains Required Experience: 2 years of experience in an professional environment Responsibilities: Able to prepare the object for painting; Sanding the bodywork; Pre-processing; Experienced and able to work independent. Eye for details and quality aware. Finishing/Updating Welds; filling of imperfections. Observe and report the condition of the vehicle Interpretation and implementation of technical training data Prepare the car for painting Report any defect to the line manager Ensure that the method of repair is the package offered by service Maintain work area clean and tidy. Accommodation is provided by the employer. Possibility of overtime. Which will be paid: the first two hours 127.73%; remaining 147.44% Candidates receive 300 euros for travel expenses if they pass the test For daily trips above 10km from home to work, the candidates receives 0,19 Euro per kilometer, Minimum guarantee of working hours: : 38 / hours / week Safety shoes and working clothes provided by the employer.
Requirements Language skills: English or German at a conversational level written and spoken - Specialized technical studies - Possession of a driving license cat. B - Traveling by personal car it is an advantage - Ability to work independently. Education: high school / vocational school Specific Skills: Driving license (Cat B) Other information Working Schedule: Monday - Friday


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Moms help make the world go round. There's no better way to spoil the woman who has nurtured, encouraged, and molded you into the person you are than to celebrate her on Mother's Day. The icing on the cake is gifting her with a present that is unique and locally-sourced from an independent business in downtown Harrisonburg. It will show her that you took some extra care in picking out her gift. Check out these last minute finds.
Blue Ridge Dog
Hours: Monday through Saturday 11-4 // Sunday 12-4
We would never forget the moms with four-legged babies! Blue Ridge Dog has Ruffwear leashes for her to walk her best friend. They come in bungee style or regular and give moms the option to wear it around her waist. They also have gift certificates available so she can choose from their selection of doggie necessities, including fresh baked treats.
Glens Fair Price
Hours: Monday through Saturday 11-6
Whether your mom is a photography enthusiast or simply looking for a better way to document her family's memories, Glen's Fair Price is the perfect place to shop for her. With an array of professional photography equipment and in-house camera gurus, you can find cameras, batteries, lenses, memory cards, bags, selfie sticks and much more.
Green Hummingbird
Hours: Tuesday through Saturday 11-7 // Sunday 12-4
Your mom can be fashionable while supporting a great cause! We are in love with this embroidered native tunic at Green Hummingbird. Pair it with this unique purse made from woven grasses in Cambodia for the perfect Mother's Day gift.
The Lady Jane
Hours: Tuesday through Saturday 11-6 // Sunday 12-4
Leave it to owner Sara Christensen to find the most adorable recipe tins. If the mom in your life loves to be in the kitchen, this is the perfect gift to help her organize her recipes.
Larkin Arts
Hours: Monday through Friday 11-7 // Saturday and Sunday 12-5
Larkin Arts carries a broad selection of gifts ranging from beautiful handmade vases and mugs to delicate opal rings and antique key necklaces that are all carefully hand-crafted by local artists. Home to a gallery and artist studios, you'll also find original paintings, stained glass, sculpture and prints. If your mom is an artist or is interested in taking art classes, Larkin Arts has a great selection of art supplies and gift certificates for classes.
Midtowne Bottle Shop
Hours: Monday through Thursday 11-10 // Friday & Saturday 11-11 // Sunday 11-8
Every chef loves a fine bottle of oil or vinegar. Dads, this is a store where you can snag a six pack for yourself too!
Sparrows Flowers
Hours: Tuesday through Saturday 11-6 // Sunday 12-4
Flowers are synonymous with Mothers Day! Stop by Sparrows Flowers and pick out a sweet bouquet of daisies or paper flowers that your mom can keep for many holidays to come. Pair it with a homemade card for an extra touch.
Ten Thousand Villages
Hours: Monday through Saturday 10-6 // Sunday 12-4
Every mom loves jewelry. Go the extra mile to give her a piece that has meaning. Every piece of jewelry from Ten Thousand Villages comes with a beautiful story of hope for artisans in developing countries. Through Mother's Day, all jewelry is buy one, get one 50% off.
Walkabout Outfitter
Hours: Monday through Thursday 11-6 // Friday & Saturday 10-7 // Sunday 12-5
What mom doesn't love being fashionable and comfortable. Check out these great gift ideas from Walkabout Outfitter. Now, through May 8th, you'll receive a free Walkabout tote bag with any purchase.
The Yellow Button
Hours: Monday through Saturday 11-7 & Sunday 11:30-4:30
The Yellow Button is offering 20% off their belly baskets, which are perfect for your trips to the farmers market or for storing toys or blankets. It also folds into a bowl and makes a beautiful centerpiece for displaying items. We also recommend the Rewind candles. Each candle has been handcrafted from a repurposed wine bottle and the fragrance has been carefully blended to mimic the flavors and aromas found in mom's favorite wines.
You Made It!
Hours: Monday through Thursday 11-7 // Friday & Saturday 10-8 // Sunday 12-5
You Made It is offering a Mother's Day pallet board art workshop on Saturday, May 7th from 6-8pm. It's the perfect opportunity for you and your mom to spend some quality crafting time together. The workshop is $45 and includes your pick of board, font color, flower stencils and your favorite adult beverages. Purchase tickets here.


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1) A House of My Own: Stories from My Life – Sandra Cisneros
Ms. Cisneros has once again given us a great read; a delightful memoir. She does a fantastic job of weaving her memories of her life from 1984 through 2014 and nicely blends her family stories of her time in Chicago and Mexico detailing the rich Latino culture. Very charming indeed!
This is true story of Victor Villasenor as he is growing up in the 1940s envisioning the life of cowboy like he has seen in western movies and learned from his father. Quickly, however, he finds himself in an all American school system where he doesn't fit it and due to his undiagnosed dyslexia and limited English, it becomes rather daunting for him. He writes about his experience as a young boy providing chilling childhood experiences, but yet the reader will find humor throughout this spirited memoir. This book will go down as one of the classics of old time along with his best seller novel Rain of Gold.
3) Taking Hold: From Migrant Childhood to Columbia University – Francisco Jimenez
This book is part of a continuing series of memoirs. It is well written and a great compelling story of this author's journey from a Migrant worker to attaining a Ph.D. The book provides insight into the life of a migrant worker, his courtship and romance of his wife, his academia life, and how he manages to survive in this environment. With the influence of one of his professors, he moves in the direction of exploring the plight of the Mexican Indians which takes him on a whole new journey. This whole experience will continue to be an integral part of his identity and his outlook of life.
4) Along the Way – Martin Sheen & Emilio Estevez
This is a dual memoir by father and son. This book provides the reader with an in-depth look into their lives and how they navigate the Hollywood scene. As a bonus, the book details many behind-the-scenes stories provided by other notable actors and directors. This is a really good insight into the Hollywood world and their personal lives.
5) A Place to Stand – Jimmy Santiago Baca
This memoir, details Mr. Baca's life before, during, and immediately after the years he spent in a maximum-security prison. This book has received much critical acclaim and also won the prestigious 2001 International Prize. Mr. Baca overcame many obstacles such as being illiterate at the age of twenty-one and eventually facing five to ten years behind bars for selling drugs, yet he became known as one of America's best poets. This book is the story of how he emerged from prison, much of it spent in isolation, and yet he learned to read and love poetry. It is a story that portrays the affirmation of a human soul to overcome the odds and find his place in society. This is quite a book and a must have on your list to read.
6)The Cruel Country – Judith Ortiz Cofer
"I am learning the alchemy of grief—how it must be carefully measured and doled out, inflicted—but I have not yet mastered this art," writes Judith Ortiz Cofer in The Cruel Country. This moving memoir centers on Cofer's return to her native Puerto Rico after her mother has been diagnosed with late-stage lung cancer. She arrives at her mother's bedside as a daughter overcome by grief, but she navigates this cruel country as a writer still an observer of detail and a relentless and insistent questioner.
7) Staying Strong: 365 Days of the Year – Demi Lovato
This self-help book took the number one spot on the 'Advice, How-To & Miscellaneous' section of the New York Times Best Sellers List. This book is full of insight and is truly inspirational to young adults embarking on difficult paths. This is a great book for many teenagers.
8) Cancerlandia! – Juan Alvarado Valdivia
Although this memoir is about the author's struggle when being diagnosed with Hodgkin's lymphoma, it is written with such candor that you will find it thought provoking. The author goes into detail with his thoughts, weaknesses, and struggle in dealing with this life and death situation. You can't help but wonder what you would do in his place if you had been given this unfortunate news.
9) Excavation – Wendy C. Ortiz
This book is about an insecure girl living with alcoholic parents in the San Fernando Valley, California during the late 1980s and early 1990s. It is the story or her relationship with a teacher fifteen years her senior who appears to provide her the kind of power that teenagers may want. Her teacher, currently a registered sex offender, makes her promise not to disclose their dangerous sexual relationship. This conflicted relationship will change her life forever. In this book you will find that not all is black and white, but rather gives way to unsettling shades of gray. A powerful story.
10) Bendicion: The Complete Poetry of Tato Laviera
His writing reflects his bilingual Nuyorican experience. He was born in Puerto Rico but was raised in New York City. Unfortunately he died in 2013; however, his book of poetry includes much of the person he was and his experiences. His style of writing is beautiful and melodic at times, but then it also can become serious as it captures life in the raw. With his poetic writing he explores identity, urban life, and oppression all with expressive words placed in beautiful fashion. What a talented writer he was!


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Migrants will be barred from claiming child benefit and child tax credit until they have been in Britain for at least three months, ministers have announced.
At present, EU migrants can start claiming welfare payments almost as soon as they arrive in Britain, leading to concerns about "benefit tourism".
From July, however, they will have to prove that they have been living in Britain for three months before they are able to claim.
Ministers will also "call time" on the routine use of interpreters by migrants claiming benefits, which costs the taxpayer £3 million a year.
Under the reforms migrants will also have to prove that they can speak good English or face being stripped of jobseeker's allowance.
The changes are likely to bring Britain into further conflict with the European Commission, which is already suing Britain for requiring EU migrants to pass a test it claims is unlawful before they can claim benefits.
Nicky Morgan, Economic Secretary to the Treasury, said: "The government is building a system that is fair and consistent, one that supports those who want to work hard.
"These changes send a strong message that our welfare system is not open to abuse and will deter those who think that they can move to the UK primarily to claim benefits.
"Making work pay is part of long term plan to ensure that Britain's growing economy and dynamic jobs market deliver for those who work hard and play by the rules."
The Conservatives are aware that their success in deterring "benefit tourists" will be critical to their election hopes. The Prime Minister has led calls for the reforms after pressure from his Eurosceptic backbenchers.
The UK Independence Party, which is surging in opinion polls, is hoping to capitalise on the public concern about immigrants.
Th new curbs will restrict migrants from claiming child benefit, which is worth £20.30 a week for the first child and £13.40 for each additional one.
The benefits are much more generous than those in eastern European countries such as Poland, Romania and Bulgaria.
The move comes after similar restrictions were placed on migrants trying to claim jobseeker's allowance earlier this year.
Ministers will also stop benefits claimants from having routine access to interpreters, which at present costs the taxpayer £3 million a year.
The Department for Work and Pensions handles 400,000 interpretation queries every year and provides services for over 140 languages.
From the end of this month, migrants with a poor standard of English will be screened by Jobcentre Plus and required to take part in local training to improve their language skills and their chance of getting a job.
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RUSH: We're gonna start with Chris in Philadelphia. I'm glad you called, sir. Great to have you here.
CALLER: Thank you, Rush.
RUSH: Have at it.
CALLER: I have a simple point, and I'll try to put it as succinctly as I can. We know Mr. Peterson, Adrian Peterson has a child, at least two, and maybe others. My point is, with him suspended, with him losing his sponsorships and maybe suffering a loss of his career, who's going to support these children? Haven't they suffered and aren't they going to suffer again?
RUSH: So let me reverse the question on you. Are you suggesting that maybe we should look the other way at his form of discipline in exchange for the kids and his family being set economically?
CALLER: No. What I'm suggesting is that people think about the ramifications of what they're doing —
RUSH: Oh, come on.
CALLER: — before we have these knee-jerk reactions.
RUSH: That isn't gonna happen. You're right, don't misunderstand. That isn't gonna happen. Look, what is the saying, the train's left the station on this. Adrian Peterson may not know it yet, but he may never play in the NFL again. Ditto, Ray Rice. I mean, the die is cast here. These guys are now the embodiment of evil, because these guys represent, they are symbols of a political agenda that has been given a big bunch of juice here with these incidents.


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Man accused of kidnapping and assaulting girlfriend
PITTSFIELD -- A 26-year-old Great Barrington man pleaded not guilty on Wednesday to kidnapping and assault and battery charges for allegedly keeping his girlfriend from leaving his house, hitting her in the mouth and chasing her through the streets of Great Barrington.
In Central Berkshire District Court, Cody Kickery was arraigned on felony kidnapping and misdemeanor assault and battery. He was released by Judge Rita S. Koenigs on $500 cash bail.
Just before 11 p.m. on Tuesday, Kickery allegedly threw his 25-year-old girlfriend onto his bed after she tried to leave his house, split her lip by hitting her with his head and then chased the woman after she escaped the house, according to police and prosecutors.
Great Barrington Police said they received a 911 call from the woman while she was running from Kickery. She said Kickery chased her around the Southern Berkshire District Courthouse and onto State Road.
Police arrived at Hillside Avenue and witnessed the chase, according to a police report. The woman was placed in a police cruiser for her protection, but Kickery escaped, police said. He was arrested about an hour later near his home by a Sheffield police officer who was assisting in the investigation. Kickery allegedly resisted arrest and was pepper sprayed.
The alleged victim later told police Kickery had been drinking that night.
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Okay, this is my first "Fall Of" story, so go easy on me! This is going to be separated into several "books". It will be epic.
Johnny Blaze was a major daredevil all his life. Especially in his teenage years. He lived for the rush and adrenalin that his death-defying stunts brought him. He loved the feel of the wind on his cheeks, the feeling of soaring through the air, the roar of the crowd as he made the jump. It all ended with the accident. He was put in the hospital for three months. He was taken to the ICU ward for extensive burns and major injuries. Johnny Blaze was never going to ride again, was what they said. The thought crushed his soul. His motorcycle was left in the garage. It gradually collected dust. This the story of the fall of the Rider.
September 22, three months before
Johnny Blaze walked into his garage, where his chopper was waiting. He was a major grease monkey. Working on his motorcycle made him very happy. His motorbike had needed to be fixed since the last contest. A bad engine had cost him the trophy, and over six hundred thousand dollars. Luckily, he was not injured. He had picked himself up, dusted off his uniform, and shook hands with the MC. His fans had sent up a roar. Johnny grabbed his toolbox and got to work.
He grabbed a wrench and started to tighten a Knut on the inlet valve. Six turns to the right, and it was good and tight. He made sure it wasn't loose by trying to take it off. It didn't budge. Satisfied, Johnny turned his attention to the transmission. He checked it, and groaned. The 2nd and 5th gears would need to be replaced. He took a socket wrench and attached it to the gear selector shaft. The bearing bolt was soon in his hand, which placed it on the cement floor of the garage. Some improvising and wriggling soon found the 2nd gear clanging to the floor, followed by the 5th gear.
Johnny got up and went to his pegboard, which was covered with parts and tools. He scanned the board passively, and found the parts he required. He dragged a stepstool to the board and mounted it. He grabbed the gears and stepped down. He pushed the gear onto the shaft and followed with the smaller gear. He then screwed the bolt back on and replaced the transmission shaft. He examined his work with scrutiny. Satisfied, he moved on. He sought out the distributor cap. He found it.
"There you are, you little demon," he muttered. The cap had become loose, and was hanging off the distributor. He reached for it, his right arm resting on the seat. He popped the cap back on, patting it down hard. Once it was good and tight, he pulled his arm back out. It was coated in grease and oil. Johnny picked up a rag and wiped his hand off. Time to test it out. He swiped up his keys and stuck it in the ignition, turning it. The engine sputtered. He turned the key again. The engine sputtered. He turned it again, and the engine roared to life. Johnny whooped in joy, listening to the bike roar like a loin, before quieting a purr. Well, not quite a purr. It was still loud, full of strength. Johnny patted the seat.
"Let's go for a ride, baby," he said. He swung a leg over the chopper and backed out carefully. He switched gears and kicked the pedal into 1st. He revved the engine, and shot down the street like a bullet. He closed his eyes, enjoying the sensation of speeding through the wind again. His hair ruffled in the wind, his leather jacket flapping behind him. He opened his eyes and saw a person. They locked eyes, and Johnny felt a strange feeling come over him.
Time seemed to slow down. All sound was drowned out. Then the man's face seemed to change. It was just a flash, barely a nanosecond, but Johnny could have sworn he saw the stranger's face become a skull. Then time sped up again. The bike swerved. Johnny fought it. It smashed into the sidewalk, tipped, flew, crashed into the fence, and spun around in the dirt, riding up the steps and into the door. Glass shards flew into the air as Johnny soared. He touched down onto the asphalt with a bone shattering impact, and blacked out.
There was fog all around him. It was thick. Impenetrable. Dense. Black. He could not see in front or to the sides for more than five feet. And it was silent. Deathly silence that seemed to penetrate his very core. It made him uneasy. Like a graveyard does at the Witching Hour. A sound. It sounded like crying.
"Hello?" Johnny called. No response; just more crying. Johnny stepped forward. His footfall echoed all around. He looked at the ground. Asphalt. That was when he noticed his feet. Black boots. Black boots with sharp spikes. Wait! He had been wearing tennis shoes! Panicking, he brought his hand up. Bones! On fire! He examined himself, checking all over in panic. He breathed heavily, panic rising. His jacket had changed, too. A chain was wrapped around one shoulder. Spike stood out on both. He wore a black belt with a skull on the front, and it was studded. As were the cuffs of the jacket. He saw a building. It was faint in the heavy fog. He went to it.
A window. It was dirty, but it would do. He hurried to it. He saw his reflection, and recoiled. No! It wasn't possible! He had beaten them! He couldn't be Ghost Rider anymore!


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Mourchon Cotes du Rhone 2014
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A series of Brown Bag Lunches are held throughout the summer to enable small groups of interns to meet with senior Assistant District Attorneys to discuss their work. The following discussions were scheduled as part of previous Summer Intern Programs:
Oral Arguments – Introduction to the Appellate Division, Appeals Bureau
Grand Larceny, Special Prosecutions Bureau
Sex Trafficking, Human Trafficking Program, Violent Criminal Enterprises Unit
Narcotics, Special Narcotics 30/60
Sexual Abuse, Special Victims Bureau, Child Abuse Unit
Embezzlement, Special Prosecutions Bureau
Critical Mass Attack, Official Corruption Unit
Crimes of Terrorism, Special Narcotics
Cold Case, Forensic Sciences/Cold Case Unit
After the Murder Conviction, Appeals Bureau
Gunpoint Robbery, Trial Bureau 50
Motorcycle & Gun Trafficking, Rackets Bureau
Gun Trafficking, Trial Bureau 60, Violent Criminal Enterprises Unit
Identity Theft, Cybercrime & Identity Theft Bureau
Hate Crime, Trial Bureau 60
Murder & Grand Larceny, Trial Bureau 50
Mock Litigation: All interns participate in a mock suppression hearing.
Community Relations: Interns shadow ADAs conducting Community Outreach Programs and participate at events such as National Night Out Against Crime.
Field Trips: Attend oral arguments at the Appellate Division (1stDept). Past tours have included the NYPD Ride Along Program, the NYPD's Tactical Training Facility, and the Manhattan Detention Complex.
Luncheons & Social Activities: There are opportunities for interns to socialize with each other and members of the legal and support staff, including luncheons, karaoke night, and the co-ed intramural softball league.
Diversity Committee Events: We sponsor a documentary film series, inclusion luncheons with legal staff members, host a Diversity Breakfast & Panel Discussion, and attend tours at the African Burial Ground & Museum of Chinese in America.
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What is life, age and love if not disturbed by living?
Today is my cousins 70th birthday and many discoveries are arising from his heart. This is a time when all structures in life which hold no meaning, no love and intergrity will fall like unhealthy leaves on a tree. This is a special time to realize and wake-up to our-selves by freeing all the why's […]View Gallery


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Christmas wish list, if you could have anything what would it be, I want the realistic answer and the one thing you could have no matter how expensive or crazy... Mine would be an engagement ring and a 69 shelby gt 500...
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Is it fair to assume, since you asked this in the sexuality forum, that an engagement ring and 69 Shelby have aphrodisiac effects for you?
My realistic answer is a full week to work in my studio with no interruptions, distractions, or demands.
My "if money were no object" answer is a brand new studio.
Art studio?
Photography, print making, book making ... I like to think of it as art. Some people call it other things, but it helps work the demons out and that's what really counts.
Aha I am also an artist/photographer minus the studio, I would love to have one though. I love making my own canvas and painting the days away, getting lost in something and yet art is everything. You can not use art as an escape because we are art as well. The keyboard is art...Ahhh Life is good.


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Snowflake collage: End of season - dark crystals (4997 x 4997)
Prints available at Artist website (mirrors at Pixels and FineArtAmerica), RedBubble.com.
Licenses for commercial use - at Shutterstock.com, 500px.com.
This is square collage with 25 interesting snowflake photos, which i've captured during winter 2012-2013. All these snow crystals was photographed on black woolen fabric in natural light from cloudy sky.
I already done high quality processing for seven snowflakes from all 25 that you see here: Almost triangle, Ice rainbow, Alcor, Shine, Alioth, Starlight and Rigel. These images available in maximum resolution, while other crystals still wait their processing.
Also, i've prepared similar collection with 25 bright snowflakes, captured on glass surface with LED back light:
Here is newer collages with snowflakes, captured in 2012-2014: bright crystals and dark crystals, and dark collage with four snowflakes on blur background:
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Here you'll find snowflake photo wallpapers in numerous resolutions and screen proportions, up to Ultra HD 4K.
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Short Essay on Older Adults/Policies (MLA)
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Pondexter lifts Liberty past Dream
New York, NY (SportsNetwork.com) - Cappie Pondexter scored 23 points and added
eight assists, leading the New York Liberty to an 85-78 victory over the
Atlanta Dream on Sunday to split a home-and-home set.
Sugar Rodgers chipped in 13 points for the Liberty, who snapped a five-game losing streak that included an 85-64 loss in Atlanta on Friday. Tina Charles and Alex Montgomery each scored 12 on Sunday.
Angel McCoughtry led Atlanta with 33 points and added 10 rebounds, while Sancho Lyttle scored 12 in defeat. The Dream had a six-game winning streak stopped.
New York trailed 40-29 late in the second quarter, but scored the last nine points of the period to head to the break down just two. The Liberty carried the momentum into the second half and grabbed a 58-46 lead before the Dream trimmed the deficit to 58-54 after three.
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Jeannetta Meyer, 92, of Worthington, died Monday, May 12, 2008, at Crossroads Care Center, Worthington.
Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Benson Funeral Home, Worthington.
The service will be 10:30 a.m. Friday at Westminster Presbyterian Church, Worthington, with the Rev. Jim Krapf officiating. Burial will be in Worthington Memorial Gardens Cemetery.


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Screaming Ghost in a Hotel Room? The video sure is creepy and compelling! Is this a ghost caught on camera? Or just another hoax? CryptoVille investigates this paranormal mystery!
My friend Nelda shared this link with me. I normally avoid paranormal topics in favor of cryptozoological ones, but this video sure is interesting.
I searched around the web trying to find out if it was real or not, and the best explanations came from people who commented on the video, two of whom seem to be well versed in photo and video technology.
First check out the video:
The Clues
Here are the comments I found very helpful. They provide important clues as to the authenticity of this video.
I don't know their real names, so I'm using their avatar names to give them credit:
Iron Aged said, "I'll admit the video looks good, but there is a way you'd do that and the fact they are using fixed security cameras makes it possible. Simply take earlier video showing people exiting the room and then overlay it with this video, only make it practically transparent. The cameras are fixed in one position so it's easy. The only thing that changes in the video, are the people.
That being said, and being a big skeptic (but always open to seeing proof if someone ever gets some) I will say that it seems unusual that an expensive hotel like this would allow their security manager to post something fake like this. And if the guy is acting he's a good actor. But given they won't come forward and talk more about it (like letting us see the public police report on the incident if they really called the cops) then it still seems more likely to be fake. But one of the better ones I've seen.
When the person posting this can provide a link to information on the police report and their response to the incident, or the insurance companies response to the damages, then fake seems to be the most likely candidate."
King Geoffrey II said, "only thing that makes me think its fake is how many cameras there are and kinda funny one camera pointing directly at the 209 door….it's like they were pranking John."
Excellent point – I wish I had seen it. Security cameras don't point into the rooms, much less when you can see right into the bathroom from that vantage point. They point down the hallways.
Scott Simoncic said, "True, the layout of most hotel rooms, from what I can see, including this one, includes the bathroom as the first door upon entrance to the room… the angle of the camera is to where the inside of a guest room can be viewed… This is not allowed, you have to shoot down hallways and only at doors that are public access.
Also, the frame rate is insane…. I just got done consulting on the installation of over 100 cameras at our sites, to record that much video, from that many cameras, constantly (which, judging from the other cameras, they are) at that frame rate would require an extreme amount of Storage. Let's also look from another angle… The first IP camera was invented in 1996, the first usable de-centralized one 1999… These were VGA resolution and not even measured in megapixel. So, you mean to tell me… That this mid-level looking hotel, in 2003, two years after the Pentagon could only get us 6 frames of useless video of the attack upon it…. Two years later, this Howard Johnson looking hotel can afford what looks to be 2-3 MP Cameras, the fiber connected, POE Switches to drive them on each floor, the server farm that would have been necessary at that time to store all of it (including HVAC to cool that server room) and, with all of that money spent, they couldn't figure out how to aim their cameras to follow legal guidelines? Riiiiiiight……"
Ooo, excellent points there. This is looking more like a fake by the minute!
Alannah Evangelista shared this interesting viewpoint, "Have people still not realized some or probably most people search for ghost videos and only to watch them for entertainment?"
I honestly hadn't thought of that. I thought that, like me (Miss Overachievous Rex) people wanted to GET TO THE BOTTOM of each mystery, not just enjoy the video. LOL!! Thank you to Alannah for pointing that out!
Wut Manintu – I wish I'd thought of this you clever chops! Wut said, "It was Harry Potter." LOL!
I'm satisfied that this video was hoaxed, but it sure was entertaining in its own way!
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Libsmbios is a cross-platform library intended to be used to obtain common information available in a BIOS. Major features include the ability to update the BIOS on Dell systems (in conjunction with the Dell RBU Linux kernel driver), programmatic access to information in SMBIOS tables, and the ability to obtain Dell system-specific information such as the Dell System ID number, service tag, and asset tag. Future plans include APIs for $PIR and mptable mapping. There is a C API for some of the more commonly used functions, and example binaries to show off most of the facilities.
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Release Notes: Default compile options have been changed from -Os back to -O2, as they were hitting an apparent GCC miscompile bug. GCC 4.1 support has been added. All new warnings from GCC 4.1 have been fixed. Precompiled RPMs for FC5 have been added to the yum repository.
Release Notes: A fix for the dell_rbu Linux kernel module API change in 2.6.16 that has been backported to several vendor kernels, such as the FC4 2.6.15 kernel. The dellBiosUpdate executable fails on these kernels because it cannot find the dell_rbu driver. A new binary dellLcdBrightness has been added that can be used to set the brightness on most recent Dell Laptops.
Release Notes: dellBiosUpdate command line parsing now has better validation and better error messages for invalid usage. A much improved extract_hdr program that can extract BIOS images from several new types of BIOS executables was provided. It can optionally use wine (if available) to extract some BIOS images that were previously unavailable. A overhaul of the C++ API was started to simplify the class interface and move some member functions to non-member functions. The C API remains stable and backwards/forwards compatible.
Release Notes: This release has a workaround for an internal compiler error on MS VC++ 6.
Release Notes: RPM Spec file improvements: this release autodetects xerces and doxygen, and enables/disables subrpms appropriately. VC.NET 2003 is now a fully supported compiler. Diagnostic output for certain BIOS bugs on older systems has been removed; these bugs have workarounds in the code. Support has been added for the service/asset tag on older Dell Optiplex systems.
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Postdoctoral Fellowship - Human Dimensions of Great Lakes Harmful Algal Blooms
Graduate Student and Postdoc Positions
Posted: 3/29/2017
Expiration Date: 4/21/2017
Cooperative Institute for Limnology and Ecosystems Research
School of Natural Resources and Environment
University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI
A postdoctoral fellowship is available for a highly qualified individual to join the Cooperative Institute for Limnology and Ecosystems Research (CILER, http://ciler.snre.umich.edu/) to work on the human dimensions of harmful algal blooms in the Great Lakes. The successful applicant with work with a team of scientists at CILER and the NOAA Great Lakes Environmental Research Lab (GLERL, https://www.glerl.noaa.gov/) to perform primary research that extends biophysical models of harmful algal blooms and their impacts on nearshore water quality and hypoxia, with social dimensions that predict human behavioral responses to HABs or their impact on coastal communities. In addition to primary research, the successful candidate will oversee outreach and stakeholder engagement efforts that facilitate the co-design of research between stakeholder groups/ local water managers and scientists, and that help translate research and model development into socially useful forecasting tools.
CILER is one of 16 Cooperative Institutes in the United States that represent partnerships between NOAA and academic institutions. Since 1989, CILER has been hosted by the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, Michigan, where it is collocated with its sponsor, NOAA-GLERL. CILER's mission is to help government researchers at NOAA-GLERL accomplish their research in the Great Lakes by enhancing collaborations with academic scientists at U of M, as well as other institutions throughout the Great Lakes.
The postdoctoral fellowship offers a highly competitive salary with benefits, and the position will be physically located at NOAA-GLERL in Ann Arbor, MI, which is routinely ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. due to its affordability, natural beauty, preservation of wooded areas, vibrant arts program, and lively downtown landscape.
Applicants must have a Ph.D. in some area of social science, experience working with natural scientists, an excellent record of publication, and strong quantitative skills. Prior experience working in freshwater is preferred, but not required. The initial appointment will be for one year, with continuation of funding available contingent on satisfactory progress on research goals. Applications are due April 21st.
To apply, email a cover letter stating your research accomplishments and interests, a curriculum vitae, two representative publications, and the names and contact information for three references to:
Bradley J. Cardinale
Professor, School of Natural Resources & Environment
Director, Cooperative Institute for Limnology & Ecosystems Research
University of Michigan
Email: firstname.lastname@example.com
The University of Michigan is a Non-Discriminatory/ Affirmative Action Employer. Individuals from under-represented groups are especially encouraged to apply.
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DAXFi is a Python script that helps configure several different kinds of firewalls in a consistent way. It can run as daemon to adapt its behavior to external conditions; rules can be described with XML files, XML strings, or generated directly by the code; the program can be configured and extended with a sort of plug-ins written in Python. It comes with a Python package, useful to build other applications aimed to manipulate different firewalls in a uniform way (some example programs are included).
IMDbPY is a Python package useful to retrieve and manage the data of the IMDb movie database about movies, people, characters, and companies. It can retrieve data from both the IMDb's Web server and a local copy of the whole database. The IMDbPY package can be very easily used by programmers and developers to provide access to the IMDb's data to their programs. Some simple example scripts are included in the package.
A tool for securing DNS communications between a client and a DNS resolver.
A polyhedral extraction tool (PET).


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If you've already seen the Paula Rego collection at the Casa das Histórias, you'll want to go back. A new exhibition, Innervisions, presents the collection in a whole new strategy, with works by contemporary artist Pedro Calaprez. The exhibition continues through 17 February 2013.
This unique exhibition, curated by Catarina Alfaro, is based on the non-illustrative dialogue between one of the Rego's most emblematic pieces, Angel (1998), and a new series of works by Calapez. These works were created specifically for this exhibition as an engagement/installation.
Works from the Paula Rego Collection
The pieces chosen from the collection, ranging from abstract to figurative, share common features, themes and narratives. They are aligned in a dreamlike and fantastic aesthetic, exploring the themes of love, seduction, fear, religion, power and subjugation, transgression and terror.
Piece by Pedro Calaprez
For more information on this exhibition, visit the Paula Rego website.
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Official Oloris Publishing Press Release:
Oloris Publishing collaborates with Emil Johansson to make his work available as posters. Lord of the Rings Project, commonly shortened LotrProject, is a creative web project dedicated to the works of J.R.R. Tolkien. It is perhaps best known for the extensive and ever updating genealogy, the historical timeline of Middle-earth and the statistics of the population of Middle- earth.
LotrProject was published in January 2012 by Emil Johansson with the genealogy as the only feature. It quickly gained a lot of attention which spurred the development of the site. Since then the project has expanded to become a creative outlet for Johansson and now features several interactive Tolkien related projects.
Johansson, a Chemical Engineering student currently living in Gothenburg, Sweden, first read the Lord of the Rings in 2000. To satisfy his need to know more about Tolkien's legendarium, he went on to read the Silmarillion. While trying to keep track of the many characters, he started doodling on a piece of paper – and the Lord of the Rings Project was born.
Johansson's work has captured the attention of such publications and news outlets as Smithsonian Magazine, WIRED, CNN GEEKOUT, TIME Magazine US Edition, The Guardian, The Huffington Post, NPR, TheOneRing.Net, and Middle-earth Network. Johansson was honored to make a presentation on his project at TEDxGoteborg in October 2012 – only ten months after the publishing of his site!
Oloris Publishing is excited to be working with Johansson by making some of his work available as posters. As extensive and serious an undertaking the LotrProject has been, there is also a humorous side. Flow charts, Venn Diagrams, and other data visualizations portray elements of Tolkien's world with fun and wit. Three of the posters will be of the more academic nature, but one will reflect the less serious side.
The posters that will be available first are:
- "Timeline of the Elves" is a rather ambitious part of the project that traces the lineage of Vanyar, Noldor, and Teleri all the way through The Return of the King. Johansson's chemical engineering is evidenced in the color coded time lines that make the people and events much easier to follow.
- "Timeline of the One Ring" is elegant in its simplicity, but don't be fooled – a lot of information is included but the presentation is such that it is easy on the eyes as well as easy to understand. It covers the complete history of the Ring from the time it was forged in S.A. 1600 to its unmaking in T.A. 3019 and includes the seven Ring Bearers.
Two more posters will be released on March 9:
- "Character Mentions in The Hobbit" contains the most intensive information of the four posters. A detailed study of the frequency of mentions of characters in the book, it also includes a colored bar graph that reflects the sentiment of each page.
- "Gandalf's Gear" examines the Grey Wizard's essential gear which apparently includes, among other things, a pocket comb, extra pipes, and a book on how to speak Moth. The secret power source of Gandalf's staff is revealed.
"LotrProject has become a way for me to explore both Middle-Earth and my own creativity. Through this project I have developed a deep passion for visualizing Middle-earth in new ways, both entertaining and informational. I am so thankful for the opportunity to share my creations as posters." ~ Emil Johansson, LotrProject
"If you love this legendarium, it's hard not to be a fan of the work Emil is doing at LotrProject. At Oloris, we admire his work very much and we are thrilled to be able to help him bring these incredible posters to fans." ~ Lara Sookoo, Publisher at Oloris Publishing
Oloris Publishing is an independent publishing house dedicated to publishing exceptional works of fiction and non-fiction that will deeply engage readers across a variety of genres. To learn more, visit olorispublishing.com or follow Oloris Publishing on Facebook and Twitter.


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JHeath99 (32) Warner Robins, Georgia | June 2, 2014
Wow. 50% off drafts on a Friday night? Definitely something I have never seen before. Selection was varied, focusing mostly on the immediate area. You can't beat the prices. Staff was nice. Bar was divided in half, with one area being darkly lit and the other a bit brighter.
sonnycheeba (176) Federal Hill, Baltimore, Maryland | June 2, 2014
Interesting place in downtown erie that seems to be a preferred hangout for the younger weekend crowd. Place has two bar areas separated by bathrooms with one side being more dimly lit with louder music and the other being a brighter, quieter area. Large tap selection with the majority of options being from breweries in the great lakes area. The best part was the happy hour specials that ran even on the weekend. Only place I've been where 10-midnight on Friday and Saturday night were 50% all drafts!!


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MILLINER to the stars William Chambers has dressed the heads of hundreds of brides.
But the award-winning designer has revealed he won't be wearing a hat when he gets hitched.
William, who last week opened his first store in Glasgow, admits that both he and partner Niall Walker, 41, will be hatless at their civil ceremony in July.
The 34-year-old – whose creations have been worn by a host of celebrities including presenter Suzi Perry, singer Kelis and Scissor Sister Ana Matronic – says he just doesn't suit them.
He added: "Neither of us will be wearing a hat on our big day. It's just not us. I have started making leather buttonholes and we might wear those with our suits.
"We are having four best women at the ceremony and they will all be wearing custom-made headpieces. I'm also designing something extra special for my mum.
"We are really looking forward to getting all our friends and family together for a party and we have folk flying in from New York and Berlin."
William, who won Accessory Designer of the Year at the Scottish Fashion Awards in 2010 and 2012, says 2014 is turning out to be one of the best years of his life.
He added: "If someone said a few years ago that I would be opening up my own store in Glasgow's Merchant City with my partner, I would have laughed at them.
"Being able to create my designs and sell them in the same place is a dream come true. With the shop already doing well and tying the knot, 2014 is shaping up to be quite a year."
William, who grew up in Shotts, Lanarkshire, left school at 17 to study at the Scottish College of Textiles in Galashiels, where he graduated with a first-class degree in textile design.
For several years, he did a number of jobs but it wasn't until he started work in VV Rouleaux in Miller Street, Glasgow, that he discovered his passion for millinery.
William, whose designs are on sale in Harrods, Harvey Nichols and Fortnum & Mason's in London and in Samuel's Hats in New York, said: "I have no real memories of anyone in my family ever wearing hats when I was growing up so my interest in millinery took a long time to blossom.
"After a stint in London, I got a job in VV Rouleaux ribbon and fabric shop, where I got the chance to make some small headpieces.
"I was so passionate about my creations that I went to Glasgow Metropolitan University and did a night course in
millinery but still worked in the shop.
"In 2008, pop star and fashion icon Roisin Murphy wore one of my hats on several of her European Tour dates, which attracted lots of press attention.
"That year, I won a Volvo car in the Creative 30 competition to discover the UK's most talented young people.
"I sold the car and the cash allowed me to leave my job and set up my own design studio in Glasgow."
William, whose quirky headpieces have featured in Vogue and Elle, says the millinery industry is beginning to boom.
He added: "Hats are becoming more and more fashionable. In the 20s,30s and 40s, there were hat shops on every corner and a lady would not feel dressed if her head was not covered.
"Thanks to Kate Middleton, hats are very much back in vogue for all types of occasions, not just weddings.
"Hats are not like handbags and shoes, which can be bought on a whim. They have to be carefully considered as the crowning glory to an outfit. "
William, who has exhibited four times at London Fashion Week, takes inspiration from historical figures such as Mary Queen of Scots and from his garden.
He said: "If I wasn't a milliner, I would be a florist. I love my garden and incorporate flowers and plants into my designs."
William says that, while it is great when celebrities sucha as Vogue Japan editor and fashion icon Anna Della Russo wear his pieces, he much prefers designing bespoke hats for everyday customers.
He added: "I get so much pleasure when a mother-of-the-bride comes in who is reluctant to wear a hat. But after trying on a few designs, her whole face changes when she realises she really suits a hat."


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Most Common Mistakes That You Should Avoid While Opting For New Roofing In Uxbridge MA
There would be a time when you would need new roofing in Uxbridge MA. You may have a new home or might be moving into another one, your existing home may need new roofing or you may simply wish to upgrade your present roofing in Uxbridge. Regardless of the specific need you have, there are many mistakes that homeowners typically commit. You should be conscious of every decision you make and should ensure that your entire investment is just and well rewarded.
Here are some common mistakes that you should avoid while opting for new roofing in Uxbridge.
Never Opt For The Surprisingly Cheap Estimate
When you look for estimates, there are some companies that would offer you amazing quotes while some would offer you expensive quotes. There would always be one or a few companies offering roofing in Uxbridge at surprisingly cheap costs. You should always avoid hiring them. Any company that offers ridiculously low costs is going to compromise on a lot of attributes that you would have wanted in your roof or in your windows and siding in Uxbridge for that matter.
There is a basic cost that every roofing company has to bear and they are into the business to make money. Unless a company can have a substantial operating profit, why would they be in the business at all? Hire a company for your roofing, siding or windows in Uxbridge that sounds fair. How you can figure out what's a fair estimate? Well, just do an assessment of the different quotes you receive and understand what the market standards are and accordingly choose what is a fair quote.
Never Hire Subcontractors
Many companies offer new roofing in Uxbridge hire subcontractors to get the job done. There may be some employees of the company involved but there might be some subcontractors. You should never let this happen. Also, you shouldn't allow a company to subcontract the entire project either. In both the cases, you wouldn't be able to bestow responsibility on the company you had hired in the first place.
Never Compromise On Warranty
Roofing, windows and siding in Uxbridge calls for a handsome investment. Many homeowners do not give due significance to the warranty of the job done by roofing company. You should go for the maximum warranty that is available. Your investment needs to be protected and the warranty is the only way of ensuring that.
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I purchased this in Australia. There is a lot of serum on the mask in the package. It did take a long time for it to dry on my face...about 45 mins. The sheets fits pretty good on my face and doesn't bunch up on the perimeter, like some other brands do. I think it did help with some of my acne and made them decrease or the redness to reduce.
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The Fairfax faucet collection blends classic style with ease of operation. The graceful curves of this single-control faucet create a timeless appeal appropriate for any installation, from powder room to master bath. KOHLER washer less ceramic disc valves exceed industry longevity standards two times, so you can enjoy years of reliable performance.
- Premium materials provide durability and reliability
- High temperature limit stop allows you to preset a comfortable maximum temperature to eliminate scalding
- Temperature memory enables the faucet to be turned on at any temperature setting
- Fluid design lines for easy cleaning
- Low-flow aerator option available
- Flexible supply lines
- Single-control lavatory faucet for 4 in. centers
- Single-control lavatory faucet for 4 in. centers
- Flow rate range: 1.5 - 1.2