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Saturday, August 7, 2010
Update Pictures: 90 Pounds Gone
Now, to me, I don't LOOK any different than I did ten pounds ago. And I am a little bloated from PMS so I feel puffy. However, these are the same jeans I wore in the last pictures (size 14) and they are much looser. But the scale doesn't lie, and neither do my measurements.
In just the last ten pounds, I have lost:
1/4" off my neck
1/2" off each thigh
1" off my bust
2" off my waist
2" off my hips
Hey, very cool, the waist/hips are definitely shrinking! All other measurements stayed the same (wrist, upper arm, and calf). I am excited to have lost almost a foot off my hips since I began this journey! And my waist measurement, 35.5 inches, is getting closer and closer to what I would call 'normal' and healthy. My BMI (at 5'6") is 30.3, which is just inside the "obese" category. In order to no longer be obese, and just be 'overweight,' I need to have a BMI under 30, which will happen at 185 pounds.
Coming up soon: 100 Pounds Gone Pictures!
106 comments:
- Autumnforest said...
Oh my gosh!!! You have the most gorgeous figure--you lucky, lucky gal. She was under there the whole time, just waiting for you to show her off. Holy moly! I wish I had a waist and hips like that. Gorgeous!
- August 7, 2010 at 3:21 PM
you look FABULOUS! Keep up the dedication to your goal :)
- August 7, 2010 at 3:22 PM
- Erica Marie said...
Congrats!!! :D I think you look amazing! & now you can enjoy your vacation knowing you met that mark!
- August 7, 2010 at 3:23 PM
- Traci said...
WOW you look great!!!
- August 7, 2010 at 3:26 PM
- Kyle Gershman said...
Looking very very great...and after all it is the hips/waist ratio that tells the story about your health.
- August 7, 2010 at 3:27 PM
You look so amazing!! I'm so happy for you I could just cry. And yes I'm jealous too - you have a great curvy figure. I used to have one too, but my boobs and butt took a hike and sometimes I think I look like a rectangle or a teenage boy lol. But I'll take being a rectangle any day over 230 lbs. Keep it up sister, you have no idea how inspiring you are!! Have a great vacation with your kids.
- August 7, 2010 at 3:30 PM
- MargieAnne said...
Lovely photos, especially the subject. Congratulations on your amazing progress.
Your journey and how you have worked to get where you are in inspirational for me.
Now you can enjoy your holiday. You've earned the fun you're going to have on this one the hard way.
- August 7, 2010 at 3:42 PM
- August 7, 2010 at 3:44 PM
- Lanie Painie said...
Amazing. You are my idol. I want your body, but not in a sexual way. I mean, I want it INSTEAD of mine.
- August 7, 2010 at 3:45 PM
Congratulations! You look GORGEOUS! I am so proud of you - I read your blog everyday, and knowing what you have overcome keeps me on the diet wagon more days than not. Your journey is inspiring, and I love watching you succeed! YOU GO, GIRL!
- August 7, 2010 at 3:50 PM
When I saw the pic, I actually thought - wow, those 10 lbs made such a difference! Funny that you thought the opposite. You look so good - you should be so proud of yourself!!!
- August 7, 2010 at 3:54 PM
- Ashley said...
Wow, you look so great! Congrats on such an awesome milestone! I just love reading your posts and seeing your results.
- August 7, 2010 at 3:55 PM
What an inspiration!! I just started MF on Sunday 8/1/10. I know I have a long journey ahead of me, but being able to "see" others fantastic results (like yours) will help keep me motivated. Thank you for sharing your journey:o)
- August 7, 2010 at 4:02 PM
- Baby Stepping said...
I definitely see a difference between your last set of pictures and this one. You look fantastic!!
- August 7, 2010 at 4:27 PM
Wow! What a difference! You look great. You are definitely an inspiration! Keep it up girl! :)
- August 7, 2010 at 4:28 PM
- Andra said...
You look fantastic!
- August 7, 2010 at 4:29 PM
- BrendaKaye said...
Congratulations!!!!! You look wonderful!! Even your neck looks smaller. Yea!! Very exciting!
- August 7, 2010 at 4:38 PM
- Lori said...
Bravo! You look fantastic, and I bet you feel even better!
- August 7, 2010 at 4:53 PM
- skinnyhollie said...
I am SO happy for you!
Honestly, looking at your pictures, I am wishing I could have stuck with Medifast. But oh, well...
You DO show me that hard work and persistance pays off. I will meet my goals one day, too!
- August 7, 2010 at 4:56 PM
That is so amazingly brilliant Lyn! You look fantastic, and I am so over-the-moon delighted for you. You've achieved something really important, something so special. Hold on to how wonderful this feels - you're more than on your way. You're nearly all the way! You go, girl! Well done, you!
- August 7, 2010 at 5:00 PM
- Banded Girl said...
Looking good :)
- August 7, 2010 at 5:29 PM
- Michelle said...
You look fricken awesome. Way to go on 90 gone.. Enjoy yourself..
- August 7, 2010 at 5:33 PM
- Julie said...
Wonderful! You don't look obese to me!! Gorgeous.
- August 7, 2010 at 6:29 PM
- Shane G. said...
that is awesome!!!! great job!!
- August 7, 2010 at 6:33 PM
- Jack Sh*t, Gettin' Fit said...
Holy sh*t! I hate to take the family name in vain, but you're looking smokin' hot, Lyn. Keep up the fantastic work!
- August 7, 2010 at 6:33 PM
- Crys said...
I was hoping you'd hit that milestone before vacation! You look incredible! You also have a great shape, which is not the same as just being thin! You look fantastic!
- August 7, 2010 at 6:37 PM
You look fabulous! I think there's an obvious difference between the 80 and 90 off pictures.
- August 7, 2010 at 7:03 PM
- Brigitte said...
You look amazing! 90 pounds is a huge milestone. Woo hoo!!! Congrats.
- August 7, 2010 at 7:06 PM
- Lynna said...
That would be the equivalent of 360 sticks of butter that is no longer part of you. Wonderful!
- August 7, 2010 at 7:11 PM
- Mrs. Thighs said...
You look amazing! Keep up the great work.
- August 7, 2010 at 7:31 PM
- Alan (Pounds Off Playoff) said...
An amazing transformation!
- August 7, 2010 at 7:54 PM
- Vee said...
Wow! You are terrific, and look amazing. Great job.
Vee at http://veegettinghealthy.blogspot.com
- August 7, 2010 at 8:15 PM
- spunkysuzi said...
You look absolutely stunning. PMS bloat or not :)
Congratulations on 90 lbs gone and bring on the 100 lb celebration.
- August 7, 2010 at 8:45 PM
- Fit B said...
great job!!!! Thank you for being a great inspiration!!!!!!! You look awesome!
- August 7, 2010 at 9:16 PM
- Ice Queen said...
You look fabulous. Congratulations on being down 90.
- August 7, 2010 at 9:27 PM
Wonderful news Lyn. Have a fantastic time camping and see you soon when you're under 185~!!!
- August 7, 2010 at 9:35 PM
- Lisa said...
You look GREAT!!!! Congrats!
- August 7, 2010 at 10:47 PM
- CathyB said...
You ROCK!! Congratulations!
- August 7, 2010 at 10:59 PM
Congratulations! Guess where I see a big difference in the last 10pounds? Your arms!!! Check out the side view. :)
Keep up the amazing work. You inspire me.
- August 8, 2010 at 12:15 AM
- Making Changes said...
You're journey is inspiring. Congratulations on meeting this milestone! You look great.
- August 8, 2010 at 1:31 AM
- RedPanda said...
Yeah - what they all said!
You're looking great!
- August 8, 2010 at 1:33 AM
- Jen K said...
You look great! Congratulations! Keep up the good work and enjoy your vacation! You are doing great! I read your blog every day and am inspired by you to be my best self every day.
- August 8, 2010 at 1:35 AM
- shipgrl97 said...
that is soooo wonderful - I am truly happy for you...and that you were able to post your goal prior to your holiday...Congrats!!!
- August 8, 2010 at 4:50 AM
- Ms. PJ Geek said...
Woo hoo!!! good for you!
- August 8, 2010 at 5:07 AM
- rusty61 said...
You look terrific! Congratulations on all your hard work!!
- August 8, 2010 at 8:17 AM
- Tina said...
you look SO great Lyn. Congrats on such a huge achievement.
- August 8, 2010 at 9:21 AM
- Melissa said...
AWESOME!! You look fantastic!
- August 8, 2010 at 10:12 AM
- Julie Lost and Found said...
You look FANTASTIC!! Congratulations!!! I follow you faithfully and so much appreciate everything you write..and admire your honesty.
You must be so excited! Thrilled for you!
- August 8, 2010 at 11:59 AM
- Tammy said...
Woo Hoo!!! What's your goal weight? I've forgotten. :(
- August 8, 2010 at 1:53 PM
- Jo said...
Well done - you look amazing and are truely inspirational.
- August 8, 2010 at 2:44 PM
- Lala said...
I am guessing you probably get a million blog awards, but I had to add one more. I just love this blog. You have been such an inspiration to me. I went back to the beginning and have been reading since day 1. Thank you for all you give to your readers!
- August 8, 2010 at 3:09 PM
Huge Congrats to you Lyn!You have a gorgeous shape.
Enjoy your vacation, although I'll miss you!
- August 8, 2010 at 3:10 PM
- April said...
oh Lyn that's awesome! you gotta read this:
- August 8, 2010 at 3:24 PM
- Sam said...
I just found your blog, and wow! You are awe inspiring!! Congrats!!!
- August 8, 2010 at 4:13 PM
- Lori said...
Congratulations. It won't be long before you leave obesity behind forever!!
I can't wait to hear about the trip.
- August 8, 2010 at 5:15 PM
- Amy said...
Wow!! That is incredibly inspiring!!! I'm so glad your posting inches as well as pounds. I read your blog on and off and it's very impressive to me how you keep at it and the weight is falling off! Great Job!!!
- August 8, 2010 at 5:19 PM
You are truly and inspiration to me as I experience my own escape from obesity. Keep up the good work!
I hope you don't mind, but I gave you and your accomplishment on my own blog :)
(Let me know if you want me to remove the link to your blog.)
- August 8, 2010 at 6:23 PM
- Angela said...
Lynn, you look absolutely amazing!! Congratulations on your beautiful figure!
- August 8, 2010 at 7:59 PM
- Twix said...
You're looking GREAT!!! :D
- August 8, 2010 at 8:17 PM
Good for you, skinny!
- August 8, 2010 at 10:14 PM
- Tay Tay said...
I can definitely see a difference from 10 lbs ago. You are more shapely & are getting a great figure. Congrats, great job! I am so happy for you.
- August 9, 2010 at 6:05 AM
- Steelers6 said...
Yes, my friend, NORMAL is now a word that does describe YOU. :)
Oh, and we finally get to see the shirt you mentioned quite awhile back that you were initially uncomfy wearing. [I think] I'm guessing you are way over that now! Yes, it looks nice and fits you well. (for now. haha)
Sooo cool to hear about your upcoming vaca, and then think about the trip when you took the 'before' photos in the sidebar..and how that particular trip went. Wow. And this trip sounds like a very active one. It's a lifestyle, baby! She's taking it on her vacation! Being active..Yay Lyn!
- August 9, 2010 at 7:47 AM
- The Captain's Daughter said...
I was bummed this morning to find that after being totally faithful to my healthy eating plan, I am only down one pound from last week! But instead of going off the rails, I will remember the advice you've given in similar times and press on!
I hope you are having a BLAST on your vacation!
- August 9, 2010 at 9:23 AM
- Happy Fun Pants said...
You look FABULOUS! :)
Keep goin' lady! :)
- August 9, 2010 at 9:36 AM
- Heather said...
you are SUCH an inspiration. I love you blog. I can't wait until I can follow your journey with one of my own. Starting in January, 1 month after our first baby I am embarking on my own journey, one that will be hopefully as successful as you
- August 9, 2010 at 9:43 AM
- Linda said...
You are beutiful. INSIDE AND OUT! I am so happy for you Lyn.
- August 9, 2010 at 10:14 AM
Lyn, you are such a beauty inside and out! Dedication and hard work have paid off. I am so happy for you!
- August 9, 2010 at 10:19 AM
- Steph said...
Look at you, hot stuff! Congratulations! Enjoy your vacation!
- August 9, 2010 at 10:30 AM
- Thunder Thigh Bride said...
You look amazing! Congrats!!
- August 9, 2010 at 11:18 AM
- The Osborne Family - Est. 2008 said...
You look amazing!! Congrats on all your hard work!! :)
- August 9, 2010 at 11:29 AM
- Deanna - The Unnatural Mother said...
YEAH!!!!!! Awesome accomplishment!!!
- August 9, 2010 at 11:40 AM
- My Fat Spouse said...
beautiful! not obese anymore! this is such an amazing blog. i hope ther's a book deal in the works for you. you should be famous!
- August 9, 2010 at 12:33 PM
- Hope said...
Congratulations! Keep up the great work! :)
- August 9, 2010 at 12:35 PM
- Katie J said...
You do look great AND you are a wonderful example to all of us that are at various points in our journey. Looking forward to seeing you at GOAL :)
Your resolve to stick with it is priceless and will be payoff in the long run for sure.
- August 9, 2010 at 2:07 PM
- The Chubby Girl Diaries said...
You are getting so skinny!! What a cute little figure you have!! AWESOME!! You are so inspirational. :)
- August 9, 2010 at 2:16 PM
- Cat said...
You look amazing. Haven't beeen around for a while, and you look fabulous! Congrats on your continued success!
- August 9, 2010 at 4:17 PM
- nerdicus said...
You look so great! Good job! And you CAN see the changes - your arms and waist area are definitely smaller!
- August 9, 2010 at 4:58 PM
- Sib said...
Congratulations Lyn. You're looking sensational!!!
- August 9, 2010 at 5:26 PM
- Cathy said...
You look great!
- August 9, 2010 at 7:11 PM
- Jane said...
I am amazed and awed by what you have accomplished. I am still struggling in the beginning stages, but you inspire me.
- August 10, 2010 at 5:39 AM
Amazing! Simply amazing! Such an inspiration. Keep it up!
- August 10, 2010 at 9:28 PM
Congratulations, you look wonderful. I'm so happy for you and your transformation has been an inspiring journey for many. I wish you much health and happiness! Keep up the dedication, this reader is rooting for you! <3
- August 11, 2010 at 9:27 AM
- Spaghetti Cat said...
You look AMAZING! Congratulations on all your hard work Lyn, you deserve this so much!!
- August 11, 2010 at 10:22 AM
Lookin great! The arms are definitely looking better too, keep it up.
Mother of Many
- August 11, 2010 at 7:07 PM
- mominVA said...
OMGosh Girl, You look FANTASTIC!
- August 12, 2010 at 6:58 AM
You look awesome!! How does it feel? I am wondering if you share some of the same feelings about getting smaller... Do you start to feel like you're losing too fast? Do you feel comfortable with your new self? Do you dismiss praise and complements? Sometimes I think I am sabatoging myself... that my mind is 2 parts - one "YOU ARE FAT" the other "DON'T NOTICE ME.. FAT's NOT SO BAD"...
- August 13, 2010 at 5:32 AM
- MB said...
You look AMAZING! Are we going to get to see your smile when you get to goal? It won't be long now. Hope you're having a great time on vacation!
- August 14, 2010 at 5:32 AM
You are amazing and such a wonderful example. Thanks for sharing your journey with us.
- August 15, 2010 at 6:28 PM
- Lyn said...
ah yes, you noticed! It IS "the shirt"! I am comfortable with it now :)
it feels fantastic! Not too fast, and I love compliments!
- August 22, 2010 at 11:07 AM
- Jill said...
wow, I just found your blog, you look amazing. I look forward to seeing that 100lbs gone picture. So happy to see this can be done. I am just a week into my journey...but I am committed this time and blogging daily to keep myself on track.
- August 23, 2010 at 11:42 AM
Just found your blog, I am losing weight too we started at the same weight and I'm down to 210 now...I'll keep checking back with you and routing for us both.
- August 24, 2010 at 8:13 AM
- Robin said...
Oh wow!! Than kyou so much for sharing your pictures! I hope to one day be able to show pics like this as well!! Congrats!!! You look amazing, I bet you feel even better!!
- September 2, 2010 at 9:23 AM
- KK @ Running Through Life said...
Awesome job!!!! Congrats!!!!!!!!!!!
- September 2, 2010 at 1:13 PM
- B said...
I want you to know because of you I have talked my husband into letting me do Medifast. I am currently 256 pounds and I can't stand it anymore. I dislocated my knee and now am permanently disabled because of this. My weight what was to blame. I see your blog and can't believe it has taken this long! I hope to do even just half of what you were able to achieve. I have read some of your posts and I am in tears. :) Thank you.
- September 8, 2010 at 11:34 PM
- Stephanie said...
I just found your blog - you are such an inspiration! You look absolutely fantastic! Congrats!
- September 9, 2010 at 9:53 PM
Congrats on keeping up with the hard work of losing weight! You are doing spectacular and are a fantastic inspiration. Thanks for sharing it with us!
- September 11, 2010 at 7:00 PM
- moonduster said...
You look WONDERFUL! You have done so well for yourself and I am so happy for you! I haven't stopped in to visit your blog for a little while and I am so glad I came today and was able to see how terrific you are doing! I am totally smiling now! :)
- September 14, 2010 at 3:14 AM
All I can add is ...WOW
- September 19, 2010 at 10:05 AM
- Driven Mad said...
Wow, wow, wow. I can't believe that you're the same girl in the picture on the left. You've proven it can be done without the surgery. I'm sure your mind has shed much of its unwanted baggage, as well. Keep it up!!!!!!!
- September 24, 2010 at 5:44 AM
- A woman in transition... said...
I've looked at this page a billion times now. This picture provides some serious motivation. You look fabulous!!! Such a cute figure! Congratulations on making it this far...I can't imagine how hard this must have been, or how rewarding it must be every time you stop and really look at yourself.
- September 28, 2010 at 12:41 AM
Your weight loss blog is totally awesome and so inspirational to those who want/need to do the same thing .. I am so thrilled for you. I started the same journey three months ago and have lost 35 pounds. I have a temporary goal to lose 30 more. And then I want to set another goal. My weight right now is 200!! .. can't seem to get below that .. but I will. Today has been a bad day BUT tomorrow is a new day and I start over. You truly are an inspiration to more people than you can imagine! :) .. KEEP UP THE AWESOME WORK!
- October 10, 2010 at 10:02 PM
- Jessica said...
WOWWWWW amazingggggggggggg you are doing a great job losing all of the weight. Kudos to you for sticking to a plan and having it all work out for you.
- October 11, 2010 at 1:40 PM
- Sarah said...
You are an inspiration to all the women out there trying to lose weight! You look amazing keep up the good work!
- October 15, 2010 at 11:11 AM
- My Big Fat Super Super Obese Blog said...
HOLY COW!! I can't believe how great you are doing. I'm so bad about making the blog rounds due to my work schedule and yours was always one of my favorites. You look absolutely amazing!! Congrats on your progress :)
- October 20, 2010 at 11:38 AM
- Sheri said...
Way to go! Geeze Lyn it's been a while since I've stopped by, but I definitely caught this headline. I am so happy for you and cannot express my own excitement in this success you've achieved. Way to Go... Smiles, Sheri
- October 23, 2010 at 4:50 PM
- George F. said...
What an incredible transformation! How inspiring!
- March 13, 2012 at 11:48 AM


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Picerne landscape collection lands at Kolb Studio
By Marielle D. Marne | April 14, 2010
CAVE CREEK – Gary Fillmore of the Blue Coyote Gallery has outdone himself in securing an outstanding venue for the Picerne Collection of Arizona Landmark Art. Schedule a trip now to see the exhibit at the Kolb Studio in the Grand Canyon Village through June 20.
Fillmore said this coupling has historical significance on dual levels. The more than 30 artists included span the period from the late 19th century to modern times. "It's sort of a bell curve, if you will," he explained. And from their very different backgrounds, they offered their perspectives on Arizona's natural beauty. People may know some painters such as the Cowboy, the Santa Fe Railway or the Taos Society artists featured. Yet some may be less familiar. In any case, these are treasured works of art the Picerne family generously shares with fellow art fanciers.
The Kolb Studio has its own story. Its exhibit curator, Pam Frazier, explained the building dates back to 1904 and was originally owned by Emery and Ellsworth Kolb, set up as a photography studio at the trailhead of the Bright Angel Trail. They took portraits of hikers headed down the south rim of the Grand Canyon. Today, this building, that was added on to twice since its original construction, houses a bookstore and an exhibit gallery. It hosts more than 70,000 guests from around the world each year. And those who visit this spring will be able to see "Canyon Magic."
The collection of diverse and noteworthy artists showcased in the 6,000 square foot Kolb Studio is a must-see exhibit. "I couldn't imagine a better location," Fillmore admitted.
Helen Ranney, public relations spokesperson for the Grand Canyon Association (an official partner of Grand Canyon National Park), commented on the unique locale, "There's not many galleries where you can go and look at a collection of paintings such as the Grand Canyon, then look out the window of that gallery and see the Grand Canyon, the actual subject that inspired the artists to paint."
Given its unassuming facade, many tourists don't realize what the Kolb Studio has to offer. "Most times, people stumble on it," Frazier said. What happens next is they come in and enjoy it. Even children take home stories that they went to an art gallery at the park and it was pretty cool!
There's no doubt artists and national parks go hand-in-hand. Artists were the pioneers, the visionaries to come out west and capture the beauty and the unique formations on their canvases. They shared their works with family and friends in the east, fostering interest and excitement in these unfamiliar territories. "Canyon Magic" is reflected in their styles – realism, tonalism, impressionism, cubism. "There will be no other show like this that will be as broad and as steep," Fillmore opined.
So, pack up the car and make the drive this spring! As the Picerne collection curator, phone Fillmore at 480-488-2334 or visit bluecoyotegallery.com. Also see www.grandcanyon.org. Entrance to the Kolb Studio is free with paid admission to the park.

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PALO ALTO — Stanford University has received a jaw-dropping $151 million donation, its largest gift ever from a single living person, the university announced Monday.
It is not the first philanthropic record made by the Silicon Valley real estate developer John Arrillaga Sr., who attended Stanford on a basketball scholarship and graduated in 1960. Arrillaga gave the university $100 million in 2006 — then the largest donation of its kind — and his family's name appears on buildings all over campus: Arrillaga Family Sports Center, the Arrillaga Center for Sports and Recreation, the Frances C. Arrillaga Alumni Center and the Arrillaga Family Dining Commons.
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Arrillaga-Andreessen also described her father's role, decades later, in the financing and construction of the university's new football stadium, which opened in 2006. He made "high-level decisions on stadium design and landscaping while paying attention to detail, overseeing 24-hour construction crews, picking out every tree, selecting seat materials and tasting countless hot dogs before choosing which brand to serve," she said.
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But, those paying attention, myself included, knew this was a big deal. Did NYS just admit that amateur MMA was legal? Despite years of trying to convince us otherwise? Really? Those of us paying attention to anything other than UFC spin on the issue were left wondering who would be the first to host an amateur event after the state's recent admission that it was legal. The last non-underground show in NY was Lou Neglia's "Vengeance at the Vanderbilt" on June 28, 2002. That was around the time NYS started kicking it into high gear, shutting everything down that they could in order to stamp out MMA once an for all.
So, were any sanctioning bodies out there listening last January? Would they test the state and host an event? The answer is yes. Someone was listening.
The USMTA, who regularly sanctions amateur Muay Thai, will take NYS at their word. On May 19, 2012 the USMTA will sanction the TNT Fight Series in Tonowanda, NY. Fighters will come from Hawaii, Florida, Ohio, Canada, and of course NEW YORK to be on the first sanctioned MMA card in our state in 10 years.
So, from the Coalition to Legalize MMA in NY, we offer a big note of thanks to the USMTA for stepping up.
* Thanks as always to Jim Genia for the fact checking ;)
Promoter says New York Officials have "Been Cooperative" for Sanctioned Amateur MMA by Peter Lampsaona for TheFightNerd.com


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|Find the best surf spots
Thursday June 25 2009 02:24:28 AM
Session's Rate:
Wind Strength: Established
Nb waves ridden: 7
My wife and I booked a place to stay in Sayulita as we're exploring the area for living options. Today was the first day the surf in the town was at all decent. It was coming in decent, albeit little, sets. The biggest waves were probably 4 1/2 foot...decent enough for a long board. The waves are fairly weak and are a good learning longboard wave...my wife is just learning.
We rented boards from Capitan Pablo's....the lady who rented us the baords, who I assume was Patricia, was not really friendly and first gave me a board with the center fin broken off and told me she took it off on purpose...I think she was more concerned with smoking and sitting around. I ended up switching after 20 minutes when the board would go the opposite direction I was turning.
The people in the water are uber-beginners and are annoying but excusable since they're new...although you'd think someone would tell them not to paddle right in front of everyone in the line-up and just sit there but that's beginners everywhere. Fat chicks in bikinis are a bit of an annoying sight when you are trying to make due with what's happening in the surf.
I had read about the annoying locals and it was towards the end of the session when I got a taste. A dude who couldn't have even been having fun surfing little waves was paddling onto almost every wave, the wind had picked up and sets were coming fairly infrequently, and was whistling everyone off and trying to show off. He was yelling like he was having a blast which was either crap or sad since the waves were 3 foot. He was attempting to show off and annoy the shit out of everyone it seemed and it's fairly pathetic when you have to get in the water just to annoy new surfers who are trying to learn the joys.
Either this guy was the worst of the locals or the world's most annoying locals live here and hate tourists and get in the water more out of hatred for others than the joys of surfing.
Super bust and unless you want to get in the water and waste your time and money you're better off heading down to Punta de Mita or elsewhere...super lame.
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American Scientific Affiliation rejects claim that it promotes intelligent design
Apparently, the American Scientific Affiliation (an organization of Christians in science) is really upset by an accusation printed on the Letters page of Nature claiming that the Association is sympathetic to intelligent design.
The letter followed an editorial and story, neither of which is anything more than the usual collective wringing of hands over the fact that the public accepts that design is a part of nature.
Conveniently, Bill Dembski over at the Uncommon Descent blog archives a version of the ASA letter.
According to ASA executive director Randy Isaac, "While some prominent ASA members such as George Murphy and Keith Miller, both cited in Nature 434, 1062-1065 (28 April 2005), are critics of ID, other members such as William Dembski are advocates of the movement."
Good thing Dembski had enough sense to stay a member of that dozy organization, but really, isn't it time for them to just wake up and smell the house burning?
Phillip Johnson pointed out over a decade ago that
Really zealous scientific naturalists do not recognize subtle distinctions among theists. To the zealots, people who say they believe in God are either harmless sentimentalists who add some vague God-talk to a basically naturalistic worldview, or they are creationists. In either case, they are fools, but in the latter case they are also a menace. (Phillip E. Johnson, Darwin on Trial (Downer's Grove, IL: InterVarsity Press, 1993), p. 130.)Why can't ASA see that the very fact that Dembski is allowed to be a member and that Miller is not an intentional stooge for the naturalists is ASA's offence? That is precisely why ASA is thought to be abetting ID. The distinction between Miller's opinion and Dembski's opinion means nothing to the committed naturalist. Which guy should he euthanize first?
Tough call. Dembski openly blasphemed the Darwinists' religion with his Darwin doll, but people like Miller do promote religions other than Darwinism among scientists.
So let's cut the Christian scientists some slack here: scientists usually do not understand political issues anyway. That might explain the ASA Internet discussion group's recent freakout over the idea that students might be permitted to question Darwinism in Kansas. They're against it, of course, because they themselves get by without questioning nearly enough about how the system works and exactly why it is that they are marginally more acceptable than Dembski.
To find out more about my book on the intelligent design controversy, go to By Design or by Chance?
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On the night of the shootings in Newtown, Conn., a woman attending a prayer vigil knelt and prayed. A photographer took her picture, and it was widely distributed. Now the two of them reflect on how a private moment became public.
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Not sure how to handle negative comments or criticism of your business on social media? Is the open nature of social media actually stopping you from jumping on board?
Receiving criticism is never easy; it can also damage your business reputation. However, feedback and criticism in an open and social forum also gives your business an opportunity to deflect negativity and even earn you respect – if you handle it right.
Here are some steps you can take to manage criticism of your business, products, or even staff on social media and online review sites.
1. Get Listening
The first thing is making sure you hear what is being said about you by monitoring the social media sites where you have a presence. Check your Facebook page regularly, monitor your Twitter mentions and set up Google Alerts so you can track when your business is being mentioned online. You may also want to check your Yelp, Google+ Local, Trip Advisor and other listings for customer comments. Don't forget industry, product or even local community forums. For example, does your neighborhood or home owner's association have an online forum? Folks may be reviewing local businesses there.
2. Should You Respond?
You may feel tempted to respond quickly to a negative comment or even delete it. But negative reviews aren't always worth a response. Some posters may be negative just to get attention, or their comments are just so over the top and rude that responding to them will only draw attention to an issue that clearly is a one-off or that no one else is aware of. Sometimes it's just best to ignore these posts.
3. Don't Let Negative Comments Linger
Social media doesn't wait for anyone. Fans have come to expect a timely response from brands they follow. By chiming in early you can quickly stop others from jumping in on the topic while demonstrating that you value opinion and feedback.
Even if you don't have an immediate answer, tell the commentator that you hear them, acknowledge their complaint, and promise to investigate further. "I'm sorry to hear this…" is a great softener and shows you care.
4. Always Acknowledge, Never Deny
Accept that the customer is always right and acknowledge it and investigate to get to the root cause of their feedback or criticism. Where did your business go wrong? Was it a simple misunderstanding or do you need to make changes internally? Avoiding feedback or criticism may come back to bite you.
5. How to Apologize
If you find that your business has been in the wrong or you've let your customers down, apologize sincerely. Acknowledge that you've investigated the complaint. State clearly that you regret the poor service that the customer has received (i.e. you know what a pain it is when things don't go as expected), cite it as a lesson learned and let everyone know you will take steps to ensure it doesn't happen again.
Above all, avoid formal language. Take off your sales and marketing hat and be human. End your posts with your name, so the complainant knows who they're dealing with. Be conversational: "I'm so sorry you had this experience. Let me look into it right away and get back to you – Todd," instead of: "Your comment has been acknowledged. We will look into this matter further." You might even own up to the fact that you've been experiencing some hiccups in one particular area – whether it's a new product line, or shipping times – and that you want to hear more if consumers have further issues.
Consider offering to make things right. Ask the customer to email you so that you can either reimburse them or perhaps offer a discount on future purchases. Be sure to follow through on this, look out for the email and respond promptly.
6. Take the Conversation Offline
If you need more information or genuinely feel that this conversation would be better served offline, ask the complainant to contact you directly via email or phone. Make this the exception rather than the rule – and only do it after you've publicly acknowledged or apologized for any issues and restated your commitment to customer service. The goal here isn't putting out the fire out by taking it offline but offering an open invite to continue the dialogue further and address the complainants' specific concerns. It's a strategy that works.
7. The Bottom Line
When your business reputation is on the line, demonstrating your commitment to customer satisfaction – and backing it up with action – is a must. Ironically, one unhappy customer converted back into a loyal fan of your business can be far more influential in the word-of-mouth driven world of social media than one happy customer ever can be! So go ahead, embrace comments negative or otherwise – you might just win some more fans!
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Symantec has won every gold medal we've given in this category—until now. Though the defending champ collected plenty of votes, Barracuda Networks Inc. and Sophos Ltd. both got more in this year's polling.
Symantec provides security, storage, and systems management software for businesses and consumers. The company's applications handle such functions as virus protection, PC maintenance, data backup and recovery, intrusion detection, data loss prevention, spam control, content filtering, and remote server management.


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Bringing the Olympics to life
When one is fortunate enough to work on as exciting and mammoth a project as the London 2012 Games, it is easy to forget that while it might take over your life, for others it's a distant and somewhat unattainable dream.
Certainly LOCOG are working hard to try and expand the reach of the Games beyond London and make sure other parts of the country benefit from the once-in-a-lifetime experience and opportunity the Games coming to the UK brings. The torch relay alone will ensure that 95% of the UK population will be within a one-hour journey of the Olympic Flame, and that will certainly help.
But just this week the impact we, as Olympic and Paralympic Partners can have on people's experiences and perception of the Games, was brought very much to life via feedback we had from our partner Pearson – who are working with Cisco on the Out of the Blocks StemNet programme. This programme was launched in January, using London 2012 as a catalyst to encourage children aged 11-14 to get excited about learning maths and science. So far over 4,000 UK secondary schools have received a set of free Key Stage 4 activity books.
Our colleague visiting a remote school in Lincolnshire was delighted to see the teachers using the Out of the Blocks books and how the children were excited not only about science and maths, but also for the Games themselves. As one teacher said: "We're in an out-of-the-way area. The children have never seen a major event, and there aren't any children in my class going to the Olympics – this Series brings it to life for them."
Another said: "Endlessly kids say, 'when am I ever going to use this Maths in my life?' Well, this book shows you where and how… The diving lesson sticks in my mind. The kids are intrigued by the formulas – it makes them think how they're useful in real life."
Nice – now we have a chance of a lasting legacy!
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Russell Brand seems to be taking his title of Cosmo Fun Fearless Male of the Year very seriously. He went on Saturday Night Live this past weekend and was quite the, ahem, ballsy host. Let's just say he's the first SNL person to spend most of the monologue discussing his junk. He even referred to it as a jack-in-the-box that would spring free if he didn't wear tight pants.
Watch Russell's hilarious—and very fearless—opening monologue below...
Do you dig the "tight trousers" look? And how do you think Russell did as a host? What other celebs would you like to see on SNL?
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The goal of the program is to integrate Scholars' clinical expertise with training in program development and research methods to help them find solutions for the challenges posed by the U.S. healthcare system, community health and health services research. The program offers a master's degree graduate-level study and research in a university-based postresidency training program. The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Clinical Scholars program generally involves two years of study with generous protected time for research. Interested Scholars will be considered for a third year of support.
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On February 26, 2009 I was diagnosed with breast cancer. It was a 1 cm. triple positive lump in my right breast. Since then that 1 cm. has represented one biopsy, four surgeries, 35 radiation treatments, three scans, 17 Herceptin treatments, four chemo treatments, seven months of baldness, one bone scan, one bone marrow biopsy, countless sleepless nights, seven years of after-care medications, and 20 extra pounds.
The very same 1 cm. lump also represented the push I needed to celebrate life with a cruise to Bermuda and a trip to Germany, to quit smoking, to become a fundraiser and help others, to get healthy by working out and running, to gain a better appreciation of the love and support of my family and friends, and to check an item off my bucket list by organizing Lori's Loop.
I learned about the PBCC when a friend ordered a Friends Like Me care package for me soon after I was diagnosed. Since then I've ordered many more of the friends boxes for others.
I stayed active and jogged a course while I was going through chemo and radiation treatment. I always thought, "One of these days I'll organize a race and it'll be on this exact space." Last October I fulfilled that promise and held the first Annual Lori's Loop 5K to benefit the PBCC. We had 100 runners which was a great turn-out for a first year event, and we raised $1,500 for the PBCC! We will do it again this year in Haines Acres in York.
I've learned to try to make the best of every day. You can't really appreciate that until you come up against something that's trying to take that away from you. This is it. You don't get a reset button or a do-over. I switched jobs and am now working part-time, making a lot less money, and realizing I don't need as much as I thought I did before. I'm enjoying my time with my husband Terry and my daughter Brooke Voloshin.


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Anasazi beans are a type of beans that were originally cultivated by the Anasazi tribe in areas such as the dry region of southwestern Colorado. They measure half an inch long and have purply-red splotches that are sprawled on a white background when freshly harvested. When it becomes dried, the white background turns brownish in color. Likewise, it fades to beige after it's cooked.
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One story claims that the roots of the beans were uncovered in the summer of 1956. During that time, a team of archaeologists was exploring a site located near the cliff dwellings at Mesa Verde. They found clay pots that are filled with seed beans which remained viable even after 600 years.
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There's nothing more satisfying than when a villain takes his time bragging about his (new) power only to be one shot. Kuyou, you have so rightfully earned Darwin award and a bonus, from me personally, a middle finger.
So, do you guys think Kurumu is alive or not.
|2012-04-04, 14:30
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*reads the chapter*
Man, that was intense. So the holy lock has more than one seal, and now Tsukune's learned how to release them. Very cool. It seems as long as all the seals are in place, there's no risk of awakening Alucard. Good thing Mikogami put enough effort into making it, would be quite tragic if his creation failed now.
"Death to you, Kuyou! The world is not yours to exist in!" I don't really miss him, though it seems Tsukune is going down Yamiji (dark road). Will he eventually become the new Prince of Darkness? Can't wait to find out.
So, this means the bearded youkai is the second subdivision leader, who still hasn't been seen. I'm guessing if he doesn't intercept Tsukune, he'll be going upstairs to intercept the B Team.
And very soon, Fuhai versus Gyokuro. I've been waiting so long for this. And apparently, so have they. The epic grudge match will be on, I'm looking forward to seeing Gyokuro pulled from her lofty perch.
But no, Kurumu! BLAST YOU AKIHISA! No wait, calm down, she's probably alright, Akuha didn't kill Tim-Tim either, though it definitely looked it. But that was to use her as a bargaining chip. This time, NOOOOO!!!! Sorry, I know I shouldn't overreact, but Kurumu's one of my favorites. Cutting her down like that, yeah, it's on, Akuha! No more mercy for you.
|2012-04-04, 14:49
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right now I just see Chapter 52 of rosario + vampire
and my impressions are wow, Tsukune is very powerful and he release one of many seals of the holy lock.
I wonder how many seals may remove Tsukune for maximum power
|2012-04-04, 14:50
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|2012-04-04, 14:57
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Join Date: Nov 2008
Location: Chicago
Wow....! I haven't been active for a few months but I came to such an awesome few chapters!
This chapter takes the cake. Tsukune's power up is unbelievable! One-hit KO'd Kuyou after his "I got stronger than strong to kill you" speech. Incredible!
I refuse to believe that Kurumu was killed! After Moka, she was my next favored girl. It's the wrong way of trimming the harem down. As some may have mentioned, it might have been an ice clone from Mizore but I think it could be an illusion from Kurumu. Mizore's ice clones usually shatter and don't bleed like what we saw. I'm just hoping that it's just a troll attempt by Ikeda. Kurumu can't die like that.
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But all I can say is that shes not dead, perhaps that was just one of her illusions to fool Akua.
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A painful chapter in many different ways. Starting with Tsukune roflstomping Kyou, who totally deserved it, followed by seeing Omote-chan reaching her limits and concluded by Haxxakua's attack against Kurumu. For a change Akua didn't actually look insane during her screentime as she did in other chapters.
And hell yeah, the Bus Driver in team B . Plus the anticipation of Touhou Fuhai versus Shuzen Gyokuro.
|2012-04-04, 16:34
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I think the question is how many seals he can undo while retaining at least some semblance of sanity. As someone else said, its got a definite risk attached.
If he just blew it open he might get great power, but he wouldn't have any intelligence, and he probably wouldn't be able to use any complicated youjutsu. 1 seal is probably his max for now.
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It was so good up until the end... that's not a fair cliffhanger, it's not!!
And I don't think it's an ice clone, there is blood and all... this is bad guys. I'm gonna hope for an ex machina or something but... I don't know.
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Set bombs while maneuvering through mazes.
Developer website: Factor Software
BOOM will take you back to the days of classic arcade game Bomberman? In fact, even if you don't remember Bomberman, you won't be disappointed by Boom. BOOM is an arcade game in the grand tradition, bringing the playability and feel of the glorious 8-bit consoles on the Mac. As a space marine your mission is to penetrate 8 alien infested areas, each one divided in 10 sub-zones, eliminate all enemies using your bombs and finally kick the Big Alien Boss back to where he came from.
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Version 2.0.6:
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Experts Release Consensus Derived List of Warning Signs for Youth Suicide
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Amanda Peet has been cast in a recurring role on The Good Wife. Peet will play a military lawyer who sues a contract worker for an attempted sexual assault. After trying to pursue the case pro se, she hires Alicia as her lawyer and the two become confidants and then friends. Photo credit: JPI Studios.


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Director John Berry reminds agencies that mediocre employees should not receive automatic step increases.
The government's human resources chief is reminding agencies that certain pay raises are not automatic.
Office of Personnel Management Director John Berry sent a June 8 memorandum to agency heads reiterating that within-grade increases, or step increases, should not be given to employees with performance ratings below "fully successful" or the equivalent.
"The payment of within-grade increases should never be viewed as automatic or routine," Berry wrote in the memo.
There are 10 steps within each General Schedule grade. Step increases are periodic boosts in a GS employee's rate of basic pay from one step of the grade within a position to the next higher step of that grade.
The two-year pay freeze on federal employees does not affect step increases, or performance-based bonuses, which some lawmakers view as a loophole. The House in May passed legislation that would eliminate pay raises for poor-performing federal employees.
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The dedicated shopping day to promote small businesses started in 2010 but seems to be taking on a life of its own.
Whether they were looking for a one-of-a-kind glass bead or a slice of chocolate-dipped bacon or something in between, shoppers fanned out across Volusia and Flagler on Saturday, supporting the concept of "Small Business Saturday" whether they knew about the American Express promotion or not.
Georgia Sipes of DeLand first learned about Small Business Saturday this week and decided she'd participate by shopping downtown.
"I like it better than Black Friday," Sipes said. "We avoid it like the plague."
For her, the Saturday event wasn't "just about supporting small businesses."
"You can get things in this kind of atmosphere," she said, gesturing around her. "And the stuff we're getting isn't like everybody else."
The dedicated shopping day – when customers could earn discounts for using their American Express cards at small businesses registered with the company — started in 2010 but seems to be taking on a life of its own. Across the social media spectrum, Small Business Saturday had 3.1 million likes on Facebook and the hashtag #ShopSmall was appearing about 10 times a minute on Twitter on Saturday afternoon.
Retailers across the area reported steady business for much of the day.
"We are doing very well today," said Toni Rubin of Coconut Island, a tropical-themed home accessories and clothing shop in Palm Coast. "We've had the small-business cards from American Express being used and we're really excited about it."
Rubin said the entire European Village plaza also appeared to be busy.
"There have been a lot of people here and buying," she said. "I've seen lots of bags from other shops."
Sandy Dennison, owner of the New Smyrna Beach Antique Mall, also reported a busy day. "It has been a real good turnout," Dennison said.
In downtown Daytona Beach, the morning started busy for Tim Minning, owner of Davidson Bros., a custom gift fruit shipping business.
Minning said customers were lining up for the fruit and other specialized Florida products such as locally produced honey and Daytona Beach Hot Sauce sold in the shop, which he said has existed on Beach Street for 92 years.
Business also was steady all day at Molto Bella, a boutique tucked in a plaza off Nova Road in Ormond Beach. The shop, which sells customizable bead bracelets, beads, dishes and baby items, was registered for the American Express promotion and was giving discounts and free Vietri ornaments to customers who spent more than $50.
"I love this event," said shop owner Sherry Graffagnino, a Daytona Beach native. "Small businesses are big in our communities. I shop local all the time. There's just something about going in to support another family."
Graffagnino was one of several retailers who also said they had an exceptional Black Friday.
"Yesterday was wonderful," she said. "It was so nice."
Jim Cara, owner of Carasells Pop-Culture Collectibles in DeLand, experienced a similar day.
"Traditionally Black Friday was a slow day for us," Cara said. "But yesterday started out rip-roaring for us."
He had 190 customers Friday, 100 more than last year on Black Friday and four times the sales.
Cara said sales in general picked up early this year.
"I think Christmas shopping had already started before Black Friday," he said. "Our business picked up starting in late October.''
Friday and Saturday turned out to be busy days for Patrick McMahon, owner of Pat & Toni's Sweet Things in downtown, where customers can pick up chocolate-covered bacon and other chocolates and candies.
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Comfortable and contemporary, each room has tea/coffee, en-suite facilities and a widescreen TV. A full breakfast is available every day and included within the rate. Guests can choose from a variety of delicious options. The inn combines modern style with wonderful antique features, including the fireplaces from the original building. Our Pesto restaurant, open seven days a week from 12pm to late, serves authentic Italian 'piattini', delicious small dishes that deliver big flavour, alongside some fantastic beers and wines.
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First Is Jan. 6 At CFC Arena; Second Is April 7 At Reese Stadium
NEW HAVEN, Conn. – Bulldog Soccer School will hold a pair of camps in the coming months. The first is Jan. 6 at CFC Arena (1018, Sherman Ave in Hamden, CT) and the second is Apr. 7 at Reese Stadium. Both sessions will run from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
The January 6 session will be held at a local indoor facility, CFC Arena in Hamden, which has two 65x35 yard non-boarded fields and one 35x15 yard training area. Unlike many indoor soccer fields, the two 65x35 yard non-boarded fields use 7x21 foot goals to help replicate the outdoor game.
The Saturday, April 7 clinic will be held at the newly renovated Reese Stadium at Yale University.
A full-time trainer will be on duty to administer to minor injuries and ailments. Prior to the camp, each camper must fill out a medical release form. All campers must provide proof of insurance (copy of insurance card). The form will be sent via email to each campers registered email address.
Bulldog Soccer School (www.bulldogsoccerschool.com) is designed to give boys in grades 9 through 12 the opportunity to enhance their soccer abilities under the training of college level coaches. The camp is intended to improve tactical and technical knowledge of the game as well as give prospective college athletes a first-hand look into training at the collegiate level. Goalkeeper training will also be available.
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'The first thing I look at on a man," says Ms Tamara Mellon, founder and chief creative officer of Jimmy Choo, "is his shoes." With experience in creating luxury women's shoes since 1996, it was a natural move for Ms Mellon to extend the label's stylish aesthetic and exceptional quality to men's footwear. Summing up the philosophy of the new men's collection, Ms Mellon explains: "the Jimmy Choo man is one who exudes confidence and style whether he is an artist or an investment banker". The range, which includes both classic styles, like the Mayfair calfskin Derbies, as well as more fashion-forward designs such as the Sloane paisley evening slippers, is united by its masculine elegance and unmistakable attention to detail.
Every shoe in the collection is made in Italy with the finest leathers. The lightness of Italian construction combined with British design cues (all pairs are named after iconic London streets or areas) has proved to be a winning formula for Jimmy Choo.
We are thrilled to carry the debut collection. Be sure to look out for the Draycott Oxfords in burnished brown calfskin in particular - they're exclusive to MR PORTER.
The Belgravia high-top sneakers
The luxurious Belgravia high tops are crafted from worn-effect suede, and are fully lined in leather. These sneakers are just as stylish as they are comfortable, and are the perfect finishing touch for any casual outfit
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Computers @ Paranal
In the Residencia: preparing your OBs
Eight Linux PCs have been set up for visiting astronomers inthe Residencia to prepare their OBs using the p2web application or P2PP tool for VIMOS and GRAVITY users. There is one visas account per PC and the boxes are spreadthroughout four offices:
Box name Account Location
fett visas1 Office 14, level -3 (below reception, facing the pool)
chewbacca visas2 Office 14, level -3 (below reception, facing the pool)
c3p0 visas3 Office 12, level -3 (below reception, facing the pool)
r2d2 visas4 Office 12, level -3 (below reception, facing the pool)
boba visas5 Office 10, level -3 (below reception, facing the pool)
alder visas6 Office 10, level -3 (below reception, facing the pool)
lott visas7 Office 8 , level -3 (below reception, facing the pool)
yoda visas8 Office 8 , level -3 (below reception, facing the pool)
You can login on the machine for which you have been assigned an account upon your arrival. This machine gives access to the external network via a web browser, ssh, telnet, ftp and ncftp. From your PC you have access to the printer laser2, which is located in the room next to the library (same floor as the offices).
The visitor PCs have been installed with P2PP3, FIMS, VMMPS, FPOSS, JNPS, and GUIDECAM, and a collection of scientific data reduction packages, called SciSoft. In addition a few useful non-scientific applications are available such as xv, latex, gv, openoffice and acroread. Please check Paranal's Data Reduction Software page for details.
Your support astronomer is available to assist you with your OB preparation.
In the VLT Control Room
In the VLT Control, visitor mode OBs are executed via the vOT (Visitor Observing Tool). Preparation softare (FIMS, GUIDECAM, JNPS, FPOSS - not VMMPS) are available on wu#dhs (# represents the UT1-4), or on wvgdhs for the VLTI. Both workstations wu#dhs and wgsoff# (wvgdhs and wvgoff for the VLTI) have access to the printer laser1, in the control room.
Data Reduction Software
For a quick-look data reduction you are invited to use the offline workstation wgsoff# (wvgoff for the VLTI) where the data are transfered automatically during the night. See Data Reduction Software to find out what is installed on the wgsoff#/wvgoff workstation and how to use this software.
Connecting a Private Laptop
If you bring your own laptop you can connect it to the network from your assigned visas-office, your room (ask for a cable at the reception) and during your run in the control room at the UT console you are observing (only one laptop can be connected per UT console).
Support relating to laptop connection can be requested from DCS (phone nr. 5959).
If you plan to use MS-Windows, you must have your laptop scanned and certified before connecting it to the ESO network. Please contact DCS (phone nr. 5959) to organize this.
Whether you use Windows, MacOS-X or Linux, you need to make sure that the network configuration has been set to DHCP. The laptop will then be assigned an IP nr automatically.
Sending emails: The ESO Policy for sending emails, in force from 03 March 2008, prevents visiting astronomers from using a server at their home institute for sending mail.
There will not be any restrictions for the reception of emails. To send emails, there will be the following possibilities:
- use a server with webmail interface,
- set up a private VPN connection with the home institute,
- use the server in ESO Garching. No identification is needed, only a 5' setup that can be done by HelpDesk.
Transferring Data to Your Laptop
You can copy your data to your personal laptop. Connect the laptop to the wireless network ESO_VA in the control room (password provided by the night astronomer). Then push the data from the offline machine to your laptop, using e.g. scp or rsync. You can also copy the data to your visas account and transfer them to your laptop from there.


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We are not alone. Humans' vast inner and outer spaces teem with a menagerie of microbes that stand poised to alter conceptions of what and who we are.
Traditionally, microbes have been viewed as insidious invaders that make people sick or as freeloaders in the human gut. That view is beginning to change. In 2013, scientists amassed substantial evidence that people and other animals form a unit with their resident bacteria, archaea, fung
Baron Victor von Frankenstein would have admired the bounty of body parts scientists crafted in the lab this year.
Lab-grown lumps of liver, bits of brain and clumps of heart, kidney and retinal cells can now mimic the functions of organs grown the old-fashioned way.
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Apple decides to buy Texture, the Netflix for magazines
CALIFORNIA, U.S. - In a unique deal, Apple has decided to buy the digital magazine service called Texture, that is often referred to in the industry as the 'Netflix for magazines.'
While Apple has not disclosed the financial terms of the deal, the tech giant's move comes as its latest push towards developing content-related services and platforms.
Texture, which hosts a virtual newsstand, is owned by Next Issue Media, which is a joint-venture between the publishers Condé Nast, Hearst, Meredith, Rogers Media and private equity firm KKR.
The digital magazine service currently boasts of about 200 digital titles that users can read for a monthly subscription fee.
The Texture app is available for iPad, iPhone, Android devices and Amazon Fire tablets.
The service provides readers with options to access both current and back issues and current hosts titles including Rolling Stone, Vanity Fair, Vogue and Cosmopolitan, for a monthly fee of $9.99.
Apple senior vice-president of internet software and services, Eddy Cue said in a statement, "We are committed to quality journalism from trusted sources and allowing magazines to keep producing beautifully designed and engaging stories for users."
Last December, Apple bought the London-based app, Shazam for a reported $400 million.
The app allows smartphone users to identify music.
However, after requests from seven EU countries that feared the deal may "adversely affect competition," the European Commission announced last month that it was reviewing the Shazam deal.


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I just got my acceptance letter to Georgetown (full-time program) for the Fall 2005 !!! I applied 3 or 4 weeks ago so they were super quick! My mom just called to tell me 5 minutes ago. I'm ECSTATIC!!! At this pt, screw school, I've got a quiz in 1 hr and it doesn't look like I'm gonna study for it.
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We recognize that our communities strengthen when we work as a team to build commonalities and support the causes that are essential for community health and vitality. One of our core values is to treat our world with respect. That means caring about each other, the environment and the communities where we do business.
We take great pride in the communities where we work. That's the focus of our community outreach. This page highlights our activities and the difference they make.
Read all about our great community outreach events that take place across North America.
Throughout the year, Huhtamaki and its employees support the communities where we work at numerous charitable events and through generous donations. Therefore, it's no surprise that during the holidays is when the best of our charitable efforts really come out.
Hopkinsville pulls off Christmas Morning Miracle Employees at our Hopkinsville facility joined the Hopkinsville Police Department to provide toys and gifts for children in the community who might otherwise go without during the holidays as part of the Christmas Morning Miracle program.
Hopkinsville employees started supporting the program in 2015 with donations of toys collected during the holiday season and a cash donation that grew throughout the year.
Several fund raisers supported that donation, including a hotdog picnic, employee donations and other events, which helped to gather $5,200 for the cause.
When it came time for the toy drive, Huhtamaki employees stepped up again and the facility itself served a drop-off location for the rest of the Hopkinsville community.
The program serves approximately 150 kids annually.
Paris, TX facility steps up for CASA's toy drive Paris, TX employees once again supported the CASA for Kids Toy Drive by adopting 25 families in the community and fulfilling all their wishes (and then some). They even collected extra toys and clothes that were then donated to other children.
The toy drive gained momentum throughout the season with donations from employees and even former employees and individuals from the community with no connection to the company. This marks the third year Huhtamaki – Paris supported this worthy cause.
Mostly run by volunteers, CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) provides basic necessity items such as diapers and clothes for children in difficult situations. Volunteers also pay visits to children both at home and in foster care and serve as advocates for children in the court system.
Franklin, OH caters to their community's senior citizens
Employees from our Franklin facility brought the holiday cheer to a senior living facility with a catered lunch, gifts and a special visit from Santa himself over the holidays.
Franklin also helped a local high school, earlier in the fall, by creating a shop with inexpensive school supplies and many other items for students. Employees set up the shop by cleaning, painting and building the shelves for the student shop.
Coleman collects clothes and much more
Coleman employees joined together to deliver clothes, household items and toys to a local family facing a very tough situation. A wish list was established, with the help of a local school, and all their needs were met with a collection of money and direct donations.
De Soto employees provide Thanksgiving meals and support local charities all year
De Soto employees supported a local Thanksgiving food drive with more than 50 meals to make sure that each family could celebrate the season. Employees also donated their time to an event at KidsTLC in Olathe, KS. Each year employees serve a traditional holiday meal with all the trimmings and distribute gifts the children.
Kids TLC cares for children in the area through successful psychiatric treatment, community outreach, behavioral health, as well as autism and wellness program. Services focus on family wellness and preserving the family unit.
Throughout the year, the De Soto facility supports great charities such as the American Heart Association, the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, the City Union Mission, We Serve Too, local schools and countless other charities in need of material donations.


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PACIA National Conference 2011 - The Business of Chemistry John Osborn | added on Aug 17, 2010 | Australia The Australian Plastics and Chemicals Industry Association (PACIA) National Conference is the highlight industry event of the year for the chemicals and plastics industry in Australia. The theme in 2011 will be 'The Business of Chemistry' in support of the International Year of Chemistry 2011 initiative.
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UC Davis researchers develop fiber-optic laser probe to detect oral cancer
Davis, CA--UC Davis researchers developed a laser probe for detection of oral cancer; a human trial showed that the device can also be used during surgery to locate the edges of a tumor.
Davis, CA--University of California, Davis (UC Davis) researchers have developed a laser probe for the early detection of oral cancer. A trial with human subjects shows that the device could also be used during surgery to locate the edges of a tumor. See also UC Davis research on "Cell-to-cell HIV infection captured on video for first time".
Approximately 43,000 people in the U.S. are diagnosed with tumors of the mouth, pharynx and larynx each year. The main risk factor is smoking, but a recent rise in cases has been linked to human papillomavirus. Most cases are not diagnosed until the cancer has reached an advanced stage. "There's a lot out there about breast, prostate and brain cancer, but people are not so aware about oral cancer and its devastating consequences," said Laura Marcu, a professor of biomedical engineering at UC Davis. "People don't think to look for it, and there isn't any routine screening."
Marcu's laboratory collaborated with Dr. Gregory Farwell's group in the Department of Otolaryngology at the UC Davis Cancer Center to develop the fiber-optic probe. The probe stimulates molecules in the patient's tissues with a laser. Some of these molecules naturally respond by re-emitting fluorescent light. The device rapidly detects and analyzes this light using a process called "time-resolved fluorescence spectroscopy" (TR-LIFS), which provides information about the types of molecules present.
During surgery, blood can distort the intensity of the fluorescence signal but not its duration. By using sensitive measurements of the change in fluorescence over time, surgeons can see the tumor margins even as they are cutting the tissue. Based on encouraging results in animal tests, Marcu and Farwell's team recruited nine human volunteers from among patients who arrived at the UC Davis Medical Center for surgical therapy of the mouth, throat, and larynx. They compared readings from spectroscopy with biopsy samples from the same locations and found that the probe could accurately diagnose the cancer in the surgical environment.
The probe is similar to one that Marcu has already developed for use with brain tumors. In clinical trials, surgeons have used her technology to delineate the margins of tumors during surgery.
Details of the human oral cancer study will be published in an upcoming issue of the Journal Otolaryngology--Head and Neck Surgery. The pilot study in patients was supported in part by the Cancer Center and the Clinical and Translational Science Center at the UC Davis School of Medicine and the UC Davis Center for Biophotonics Science and Technology.
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PortaSwitch is a software platform for telecommunication service providers, wholesale carriers, ISP, MVNO, and NGN operators to unify voice and data traffic within a single converged network.
PortaSwitch is a software platform for telecommunication service providers, wholesale carriers, ISP, MVNO, and NGN operators to unify voice and data traffic within a single converged network.
PortaSwitch is built around a comprehensive converged billing software system and includes a class 4-5 SIP softswitch with media application servers. PortaSwitch provides access to the complete C5 hosted IPPBX / IP Centrex functionality and the ultimate feature set for calling card and VoIP wholesale businesses.
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PortaSIP, a class 4 (SBC) and class 5 SIP softswitch offers many advanced features for calling cards, retail and wholesale, hosted IP PBX or IP Centrex services such as, for example:
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