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Chiefs training camp report, Aug. 3: Jamaal Charles, Marcus Peters star in pads
The highlights from Monday's day in Chiefs camp, along with an injury report and Tuesday's schedule.
Running back Jamaal Charles looks as quick as ever. The 28-year-old was very elusive on the indoor turf at Missouri Western. His quickness is matched only by De'Anthony Thomas, whose defensive teammates could be heard praising his speed, mid-play, from the sideline … The running backs, in general, were very effective catching the ball out of the backfield. Knile Davis and Charcandrick West each caught three passes during 11-on-11 drills and looked smooth … Receiver Armon Binns made a nice diving catch near the sideline … Tight end Travis Kelce made an excellent deep catch up the seam from quarterback Alex Smith ... Smith completed 13 of his first 15 passes in team drills but misfired on his last six … Receiver Frankie Hammond was a favorite target of Chase Daniel, catching five of Daniel's 11 completions in team drills … Running back Darrin Reaves is an interesting combination of power and quickness. He sought out contact during inside running drills ... Left guard Ben Grubbs was probably the most impressive offensive lineman in one-on-one pass protection drills. He completely stonewalled rookie Rakeem Nunez-Roches on one occasion.
The defensive star was first-round rookie cornerback Marcus Peters, who recorded three interceptions — including two in 11-on-11 periods — and a handful of pass breakups. He also dropped one interception, thrown by Chase Daniel … The Chiefs' first-string defensive line in the base 3-4 looked like this: Allen Bailey, Mike DeVito and Jaye Howard … DeVito and Bailey were with the first-string nickel … Mike Catapano, Charles Tuaau and Nick Williams were on the second team … Tuaau, Howard, Catapano and Williams flashed some power in one-on-one pass rush drills … Tuaau leveled Knile Davis during team drills … Bailey's combination of size and brute strength made his bull rush pretty much unstoppable in one-on-ones. He also broke out a nasty swim move to get past Donald Stephenson during team drills … Eric Berry was the second-string safety, though he again rotated in with the first stringers in nickel … Outside linebackers Dee Ford and Dezman Moses were fairly disruptive off the edge on the second-string nickel … Cornerback Deji Olatoye dropped an easy interception and proceeded do pushups as punishment … Defensive lineman Vaughn Martin displayed a powerful club move during one-on-ones … Safety Daniel Sorensen decleated receiver Jeret Smith on a crossing route to break up a pass in seven-on-sevens.
▪ Receiver Jeremy Maclin and Phillip Gaines each left practice briefly because of respective injuries. Both returned to participate fully, however. Gaines had a knee injury, Andy Reid said. He declined to elaborate on the nature of Maclin's injury, though it appeared to be to his lower body.
▪ Receiver Junior Hemingway did not practice because of a hip sprain suffered Sunday. Defensive end David Irving missed his second straight practice because of lower back spasms.
▪ Nose tackle Dontari Poe (recovering from back surgery) and tight end Demetrius Harris (recovering from foot surgery) each missed practice for the sixth straight day. Both are on the physically unable to perform list, but Harris could be seen rehabbing on the sideline.
▪ Quarterback Tyler Bray (torn ACL) did not practice for the sixth straight day. He is on the non-football injury list but observed practice from the side.
▪ Receiver Chris Conley (knee strain) did not practice for the fifth straight day.
▪ Inside linebacker James-Michael Johnson missed his third straight practice because of a calf strain. He remains on the physically unable to perform list.
Practice at 8:15 a.m.
11 — Days until the Chiefs' first preseason game, on the road vs. the Arizona Cardinals on Aug 15.
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Becoming a freelance creative: 24 things I've learnt in 24 months
24 months ago* I made the decision to quit my stable design job of nine years and venture into the wonderful world of self-emplyment. I had very few clients and I wasn't sure if I could make it work, but thankfully I am still here and I have learnt lots of things along the way (24, to be precise). Without further ado I will share with you my insight into working as a freelance creative.
*that's two years to you normal people who haven't learnt to record time in ridiculously needless amounts of months thanks to having babies. Besides, 24 things I've learnt in 2 years doesn't quite have the same ring to it.
1. People will always ask for things for free
I still get the same amount of people asking me to do free work as when I left uni. It doesn't seem to matter how much experience you have or how much you improve, it doesn't matter how many brand names you have under your belt or how many times you share Mr Bingo's do I work for free print on twitter, you will always get asked to work for exposure or good will. Sometimes It even doesn't matter how big the company is that approaches you - some big companies think their 'exposure' is worth more than paying your bills.
2. Posca pens write on everything
EVEN KRYPTONITE! (though below is just your average canvas trainer!)
3. I feel more myself
As soon as I decided to go freelance it was like this explosion of passion and ideas. It was like I finally had permission to create what I wanted, to contact who I wanted and to write honestly and openly without representing anybody else. Of course I know there Is a danger that comes with this too - having good role models and mentors are important - but for me going freelance has been like a sigh of relief. My work has been well received and I'm earning a living – proof that I wasn't completely bonkers to go it alone.
4. I miss teamwork
I love having the freedom that comes with working for myself but I sometimes miss working with a shared vision or having a bit of healthy competition/banter with others. I've found that although I much prefer working on my own, I sometimes crave a bit of collaboration.
5. No one has a clue what they're doing
Ok, so the most successful people I know are very knowledgable in their area of expertise, they are confident and skilful – but they also have doubts, change their minds and have areas where they still feel they are absolutely winging it. I guess this has been more of a revelation to me since going freelance because I've connected with more people this past 24 months than I think I ever have in my whole life. It's been a sigh of relief to meet people I put on a pedestal tell me they also face self-doubt and want to put their sketchbook through the shredder. Phew.
6. Ive found some really great food hacks
When you have crazy deadlines you have to be resourceful. The other day I ate a caramel chocolate digestive and a banana at the same time and it was a bit like eating banoffee pie. You're welcome.
7. How a client contacts you in the first instance may indicate what they're like to work with
Did they copy and paste your name into a blanket email? Did they ask you for a quote on Twitter? Did they call you at 7pm on a Friday night? Yeh, more of that.
8. Working as a designer AND an illustrator can be confusing
Illustration is all about having a unique and recognisable style - that's the reason people contact you because they know roughly what the outcome will be and they love the originality of it. The most successful illustrators have a unique body of work that is instantly recognisable. Design, on the other hand, is about versatility - changing style in order to fulfill a brief more effectively and doing so in different ways. I work across both which provides challenges - do I want to be versatile problem solver or do I want to have a niche that gives me a better chance of my work standing out? (I still haven't figured this out!). I also love photography, collage and other methods of working and I sometimes feel I have to be selective when putting work out there.
9. I need to be a better businesswoman than I am creative
I know, I know, it's so obvious. Aside from creative work there are plenty of other important things such as marketing, admin and other not-so-exciting stuff. Accepting that I need to be a 'business woman' (ugh) has not come easily but once the penny dropped it made me re-assess how I work. I have to think practically about where my work fits in and why someone might commission me which may mean making sacrifices to a part of my work I really like (which is tough when the artist in me is saying 'just create, darling, set yourself free!'). I can use personal projects to go a little crazy but I have to treat my career as something that is not a hobby.
10. People still don't understand digital
Some people think I click a button and a beautiful drawing comes out of my arse.
11. I sometimes wish I had a pseudonym
There are pros and cons to using your own name but whatever you decide upon sticks once your work gets 'out there' and it's a bit difficult to change. Essentially I am my own company and I have nothing to hide behind - it kind of feels too personal sometimes when people are rude directly to me or about my work. For some potential clients the attraction of working with an independent designer is that I may be cheaper than a company offering the same service or that I can be easily swayed to work for less money. People have also made all sorts of assumptions about me based on my name and my profile picture which hasn't always added up which has made me wonder if having a pseudonym gives you more respect. On the plus side when you see your own name on published work that is very rewarding.
12. Talk about money early
It saves wasting time on time wasters.
13. There's a north/south divide
I love living in the north and I also love London but I can sometimes tell how a job will pan out based on the client's postcode. On the whole the Art Directors from London-based agencies, for example, usually send me a contract detailing usage rights, deadlines and so on, northern agencies would far sooner shake hands over a pint (There are pros and cons to both, believe me). I can quote a really similar job for similar companies for the same price and one will be put off that my quote seems low and the other that it seems too expensive. I do however have some great working relationships in both the north and south (though I do demand Yorkshire tea in meetings and have to be within a two mile radius of a Pukka Pie 😉).
14. People aren't 'nice' sometimes
I know, I'm SO naive to think people can be nice to one another, but business is business and people do not always see you as a person but a commodity to be bargained with. In all honestly I think it's pretty impressive that there are people so ballsy in the world, it challenges me to rise above it and kick some ass, but the truth is you can often find me wincing behind my Mac (or stuffing my face with chocolate caramel digestives and bananas). I'm usually pretty good at seeing past excessive praise or grand promises but it still doesn't soften the blow of not being paid or having your work exploited.
15. I am not as good as I thought I was
When you start promoting your own work you are overwhelmed by just how amazing the standard of work is out there. You really are a little fish in a big pond.
16. I am better than I thought I was
On the flip side, my work has been really well received, I've have some great clients who speak highly of me, I've achieved things I thought I couldn't, my work has gone viral on a number of occasions and I have lots more ideas in the pipeline. I look back over the last two years' of work and feel incredibly proud.
17. I never switch off
I'm writing this at 00:38 on a Saturday night. FML.
18. Communication is more important than drawing skills
Clients want to know they are heard - they appreciate their emails being acknowledged and being kept in the loop of job progress. The number one reason people say they come back to me is based on the fact I try to make sure the job runs as smoothly as possible. The second reason is that my illustrations are amazeballs (obvs 😉).
19. My dad still has no idea how I make a living
He sees my work and says 'and you got paid for that then?!'
20. I have no regular income
Some months I earn thousands and others enough to buy a jar of coffee. I have to keep reserves. Being careful with money is incredibly important - that's not to say I never make financial risks but on the whole I have learnt to be measured. I also make it a precedent not to have 'cash flow' problems when ordering from suppliers. If I can't afford it I can't afford it (no one likes a shoddy payer, least of all me).
21. Trust is really important
Having a client you trust is like gold dust. Being trusted by a client is like Posca embellished Kryptonite. That doesn't mean you always see eye to eye, but you respect one other enough to listen and make sure that the best outcome is achieved.
22. Studio time is non-negotiable
This has been really tough to implement. If I don't have set working hours then it's incredibly hard to focus and not get distracted. It's perfectly acceptable to say 'I'm sorry, I can't be at such-and-such event, I'm working.' yet people struggle to accept this when I am in charge of my working hours.
23. Illustrators are the most helpful people I know
Seriously, I don't know one illustrator who isn't helpful.
24. Success is 25% talent, 25% graft 25% confidence and 25% luck
Talent is not the be all and end all, in fact it's only valuable if it's used in conjunction with hard work, self belief and a bit of luck. I am continually pushing doors which can be absolutely exhausting and often demoralising but sometimes you just happen to contact someone at just the right time they need you. When you do contact them they want to know they are in safe hands - that you can confidently deliver. I know of some amazingly talented people who never put themselves forward for anything, or they have been overcome by rejection which is a real shame. I figure that the world needs to see this stuff - your work (YOURS, YES YOU), so keep plugging away because the more you plug away the more chances you'll give yourself of being lucky (aka. being in the right place at the right time). A little note on this, though, there are people who are incredibly talented and just don't have the same opportunities in life. We have a choice to give others a leg up where we can, even if that's just putting them in touch with someone else or giving a word of encouragement.
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Shilpa Shinde on the Me Too Movement: There's no rape in this industry, it's a mutual understanding
Me Too movement in India started after Tanushree Dutta accused actor Nana Patekar of Sexual harassment. However, she mentioned that the incident took place back in 2008 on the sets of Horn Ok Please. Post her allegations, Alok Nath was called out by Vinta Nanda who claimed that he raped and harassed her. With so many women coming out with their Me Too stories, the movement gained a lot of momentum and received the support of actors like Farhan Akhtar, Sonam K Ahuja and more.
However, there were people who were not in favour of the movement. One of them has spoken up and has rubbished the whole movement. Yes! We are talking about the Bhabhi Ji Ghar Pe Hai actress, Shilpa Shinde who had earlier accused the producer of the show of sexual harassment the past year. In an interview, she talked about the movement and said, "It's rubbish. You have to take a call that time only, it's simple. You should speak about that matter that time only. Even I got a lesson. Jab hota hai, tabhi bolo - baad mei bolne ka koi faayeda nahi, it's useless. Baad mei aap voice raise karte ho, usko koi nahi sunega, just controversy hogi – nothing else. You have to take a call that time only when it happens and obviously, you need power." (Say it when it happens, there and then. If you come out later, it won't help and no one will listen.)
She even went on to say that in the industry there is no rape and that all is a part of a give and take policy. She explained that she was appalled by girls trying to wear short clothes and try to prove themselves. The TV actress who accused her producer of sexual harassment mentioned that she fought her battle alone and didn't receive any support from any organisation as well. She went on to add about the fact that sexual harassment wasn't only in entertainment business and mentioned, "This industry is not bad and it's not very good. Everywhere these things happen. I don't know why khud hi industry ka naam kharaab kar rahe hai. (why is everyone themselves spoiling the name of the industry). So those who are working and they got work – sab hi log kharaab hai? (Is everyone wrong?) Aisa nahi hai, it totally depends on you. Aapse saamne waala insaan kaise react karta hai, aap usko kaise answer karte ho. (how someone reacts to you and how you react to someone) It's totally a give and take policy. Women are speaking now but at that time also I said that there's no rape in this industry - zabardasti nahi hota. (it's not forced) Whatever has happened in our industry, it's a mutual understanding. It's a mutual thing. If you are not ready to do that, just leave that thing."
About the Me too movement she felt that nothing will come out of it and things will remain as they are. She added, "Honestly I don't want to talk about it. I feel whatever is happening today - it's something different – nothing will be changed. It will go on and on and on. I don't know why they are spoiling our industry's name. People are now talking about our industry – ki aisa hota hai, waisa hota hai." (things will remain as they are in the industry). Meanwhile, under the Me Too movement, innumerable names from the industry have come forward and each day the movement is gaining momentum. However, the industry is split into two sides over the movement. Some support it, while others don't't. Whatever the case maybe, authorities are acting up and the movement is getting stronger by each day.
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We are talking about women from respectable families not you Shilpa.
Shilpa has been wrongly conditioned ... All work places should be safe for women
Really!?? Rape is a play of power.. the person raping thinks they can get away with it..
Wow! This coming from a woman who was apparently sexually harassed herself. Madam, think about what you said, read on sexual harassment and trauma, understand the whole process before you speak again. People like you are part of the problem.
I'm sure what she says hold true in 90 percent cases. Women must stop offering and men may stop asking or taking them for granted. Of course if there is no consent then it's an assault.
Iss aurat se abhi ke abhi Big boss ki trophy wapas lo... ek wo hi achievement hai .. ye bolkr woh bhi gawa diya...
Just because you have agreed to sleep with men to get roles doesn't mean that it doesn't happen to other women forcefully.
Arre madam - this is being talked about because we do not want any other girl to go through it in future. What you have believed to be the norm should change. There should be no give and take. Do you understand that? It should never be asked - that if you sleep with so and so you will get the job. Skill hai kaam karo ghar jao. Please baat samjho. We are conditioned to think that such horrific acts are normal in any industry. Please raise your thinking standard. Do you think it is okay for a gender to be reduced to this? I am so appaled to hear such statements by women. They have lost all respect for themselves.
When small brains get a big platform this is what happens. If this lady does give and take it doesn't mean anything. Other people might not have had the option of saying No. Indian women most of the time cannot whole heartedly support other victims/survivors! I don't think conditions are going to improve in india!
She sounds like a retard from the 70s. Ignore her.
dont think she realises what mee too is&from what she says its a given that if u join the industry getting harassed&molested is part of parcel..if u cant sell yourself then dont join..
Another mental
A great divide is happening between men and women. Not all women are telling the truth and not all men are disrespectful.
She is 10000000% righr!!
She cant word herself correctly.... But I'm assuming she means there are females that know its a bad idea but still go for it and act surprised when it happens. The AD still took the job offer from Sajid Khan after that sketchy first encounter. She should have beat the shit out of him instead of waiting for things to get worse and feel sorry for herself in the end. What did she think was going to happen? There's no need to tolerate or feel like its part of the deal. Thats the issue I have with certain females, had things not gotten to extreme they would have just went along with it as opposed to the ones that actually get raped or forcefully manhandled n molested. Stand up for them because the notion of tolerating will give the assaulters more confidence to keep pushing the envelope and eventually someone will end up getting assaulted and raped because of that.
Shut up Shilpa! Likewise in any other industry, no body ( man/ woman) need to give sexual favours to get a movie/ show. That's the crux of the matter....even men are being exploited ....did you bother to read about the female in YRF????
What is it with people who says sexual harassment is in every industry. I was into academic institutions and IT. I didn't see it and neither did my colleagues. These TV and film actors are so dumb. Don't know where they get these references
Oh please IT is completely male dominated !! And I have female friends who have complained to me about these man boys
Regressive thinking... makes me sad
character less woman, remember when you accused bennifer kohli's husband or was that also all for publicity sake
Nobody is talking about your mutual understanding with the powerful men shilpa. Its about those women who were forced and harassed.
Yes we know...you spread you legs to get whatever you go thus far and will do it again. You disgust me...you are are as slimy as all the men accused.
PV please post all comments! Yes there should be no quid pro quo. Goes without saying there should be NO harassment, no force, no abuse, nothing without consent. Anyone who did these is a criminal and anyone who went through it is a victim and must be given justice. This is the ONLY part that matters and needs to be highlighted. Now keeping this right part aside for a minute, what about actors who voluntarily, with full knowledge and consent, offer to do "favors" to a director or star or crew member, and in return demand that they be given a role, a gift, a house, a dream vacation, a career, a job, a penthouse, a diamond ring? And the person who received the offer, accepts it. Many of the ones who accept it then go ahead and fulfill their half of the "contract" by providing the "return on investment" in the agreed upon form. But some of the ones, after receiving the offer, do not fulfill their side of the contract. And then the person who made the offer, after being used with permission, now screams to be a victim since the contract was not honored. Is that person really a victim!? Many "keeps" keep quiet. The wannabe keeps lash out. I dare the pigs and cats of the world to even dare to open their mouth and act like victims - they are the ones who will tarnish this movement just as false accusers in Hollywood are getting called out and tarnishing the movement there. Beware of the fake victims. Full power to the real victims.
Crazy woman who is uneducated and speaking out of her a**.
She's saying that real victims need to speak up when it happens, not wait until many years have past. Otherwise it just turns into he said, she said. Rape does occur but false accusations by scorned people occur to and saying that only a small percentage of false accusations occur is downplaying the trauma the victims have experienced. No matter how hard it may be rape needs to be reported when it occurs or nothing will change


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Hey everyone! I'm so excited to tell you about my awesome experience at Milwaukee Zine Fest! This recap post was a little delayed because I've been a bit busy (and reading this thought-provoking article about why I should probably knock that off), but I'm done making excuses, so here we go!
Prior to attending Milwaukee Zine Fest (MZF), my only experience with this type of event was earlier this year when I got my feet wet in the zine scene in Chicago (Fun Fact: the "big plans for later this year" I hint at in that blog post is referring to Jelly Legs). I had a great time in Chicago, but as with many things Milwaukee, I found MZF to be far more inviting and intimate. Plus, there was beer available at Falcon Bowl and that never hurts either!
I met some incredible writes, illustrators, designers, and all-around inspiring people. It wad able to talk to so many other bike fanatics who were beyond thrilled to get their hands on a copy Jelly Legs Issue #01. In return, I found myself giddy with pre-teen glee as I scurried along the aisles of zines quickly making trades/purchases. Some of my favorite finds include:
- Neil Brideau's Write Now & What is This? — Adorable minicomics filled with love and inspiration for children and adults alike. I wish someone would've given me Write Now (or told me about zines at all) when I was just a kid who was obsessed with writing.
- Anna Jo Beck's Biff Boff Bam Sock Issue 4, Nuptial Edition — I haven't read any of the other zines in this series, but if they're anything like this one, I know I'm going to love them! She's got a killer illustration style, and this particular issue definitely melted my heart. Go pick it up!
- Eric's Junk Drawer Zine — This zine was made for me! I had the pleasure of talking with Eric at the event (his table happened to be across from mine), and we quickly realized that we're pretty much the quirkiest of kindred spirits. We're both obsessed with junk drawers and ephemera so his series was right up my alley! Only at zine fest can these kinds of oddball connections happen :)
- Stephanie Lane Gage's VOID zine — Refreshingly well-designed and fun little zine. However, my favorite purchase (not pictured) is this AMAZING poster I got from her which features her take on Mulder's famous "I WANT TO BELIEVE" poster. She definitely had some fun playing with the type treatment, and to top it off, portions of it are in glow-in-the-dark ink. To say I'm ecstatic about that purchase would be an under statement. Thanks Stephanie for rocking my nerdy world!
Of course, I got far more zines than those listed/photographed above, but trust me, they're all gems. Milwaukee Zine Fest, thanks for the incredible experience!
I had heard time and time again at numerous design events that the work you create in a group will always surpass the work you do alone. I always knew there was merit to that statement, but I never took the time to actively seek out those opportunities. When I first started working on Jelly Legs, I was doing it as a solo endeavor. However, shortly after I had started brainstorming what Jelly Legs would eventually look like, I went on the Bike to Brew ride in Chicago. It was on that ride that Iwas reminded of the close-knit comradery of the bike community that I'd come to love. I knew immediately thereafter that Jelly Legs needed to exist in a larger capacity, and the quality and quantity of responses I received (and continue to receive) from this community is absolutely astounding.
I love that sense of community that organically develops when people with similar passions come together. It's the reason why I feel so lucky to be a graphic designer, it's why I love zine fests, and it's a big part of why I love cycling. Jelly Legs is truly the definition of a passion project for me, and I can't wait to see how it grows and shifts over the years to come.
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Thirteen-year-old Aidan Knaus was born with Autism, but he doesn't let that get him down! His favorite thing to do is visit Veteran's at a local retirement home and keep everyone company.
Earlier this year, Aidan was diagnosed with memory lapses, ADHD and high functioning autism. His mom says school has been hard for him and she was worried. But after seeing how much he is thriving doing his volunteer work at the St. Cloud VA Medical Center, she's very proud and says "He's perfect just the way he is."
Mary Klowski agrees. "In all the years — and I've been here at the VA for 10 years plus — I've never came across a student like you that's so interactive," Mary tells Aidan.
She, like many others at the center have to wait in line to visit with him. "Everybody, they want Aidan," she laughs. "But Aidan's never available because everybody wants him."
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Report NEP-EEC-2007-09-02This is the archive for NEP-EEC, a report on new working papers in the area of European Economics. Giuseppe Marotta issued this report. It is usually issued weekly.
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- Julie Chytilová & Michal Mejstøík, 2007. "European Social Models and Growth: Where are the Eastern European countries heading?," Working Papers IES 2007/24, Charles University Prague, Faculty of Social Sciences, Institute of Economic Studies, revised Aug 2007.
- Item repec:dgr:rugggd:gd-88 is not listed on IDEAS anymore
- Alexander Heuer & Malwina Mejer & Jennifer Neuhaus, 2007. "The National Regulation of Pharmaceutical Markets and the Timing of New Drug Launches in Europe," Kiel Advanced Studies Working Papers 437, Kiel Institute for the World Economy.
- Berndt, Antje & Obreja, Iulian, 2007. "The pricing of risk in European credit and corporate bond markets," Working Paper Series 0805, European Central Bank.
- Lemke, Wolfgang, 2007. "An affine macro-finance term structure model for the euro area," Discussion Paper Series 1: Economic Studies 2007,13, Deutsche Bundesbank.
- Rina Bhattacharya, 2007. "Austria's Deepening Economic Integration with Central and Eastern Europe," OECD Economics Department Working Papers 572, OECD Publishing.
- Constant, Amelie F. & Zimmermann, Klaus F., 2007. "Circular Migration: Counts of Exits and Years Away from the Host Country," IZA Discussion Papers 2999, Institute of Labor Economics (IZA).
- Simon Deakin, 2007. "Reflexive Governance and European Company Law," Working Papers wp346, Centre for Business Research, University of Cambridge.
- Artís, Manuel & Ramos, Raul & Surinach, Jordi, 2007. "Job Losses, Outsourcing and Relocation: Empirical Evidence Using Microdata," IZA Discussion Papers 2978, Institute of Labor Economics (IZA).
- Colm McLaughlin, 2007. "The productivity enhancing Impacts of the Minimum Wage: Lessons from Denmark, New Zealand and Ireland," Working Papers wp342, Centre for Business Research, University of Cambridge.
- Basilio, Leilanie & Bauer, Thomas K. & Sinning, Mathias, 2007. "Analyzing the Labor Market Activity of Immigrant Families in Germany," IZA Discussion Papers 2989, Institute of Labor Economics (IZA).
- Bargain, Olivier & Morawski, Leszek & Myck, Michal & Socha, Mieczyslaw, 2007. "As SIMPL As That: Introducing a Tax-Benefit Microsimulation Model for Poland," IZA Discussion Papers 2988, Institute of Labor Economics (IZA).
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What are the storied names (good and bad), the powerful brands — the hometown icons — that folks outside Tampa Bay are most likely to associate with this region?
And what do all those icons say about us?
Taken together, they tell the world we are an entertainment capital. Certainly we are no Orlando with its Disney or Harry Potter draws. But we are a market full of professional sports teams and spring breakers, restaurant brands and a theme park, a museum and a freshly promised aquarium.
By history, we are still cigars, pirate invasions and TV shopping, but also home to important military commands. Though rarely credited for intellectual or creative accomplishment – Moffitt Cancer Center is one big exception – we can deliver tabloid fodder from the likes of a Bayshore Boulevard socialite or an aging but lovable ex-wrestler.
How telling that Tampa Bay's most influential icon right now may be an aquatic mammal.
That's okay. Tampa Bay should better understand what drives the ever-changing outside perceptions of this metro area.
Here is a broad, alphabetical swath of 22 Tampa Bay icons of what helps capture this metro area in the eyes of the bigger world. I've awarded each icon a direction (rising, flat or falling) based on its momentum.
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Arturo Fuente: A famous cigar maker still calls Tampa's "Cigar City" Ybor district its headquarters after 101 years, even if its cigars are made in the Dominican Republic.
Bern's: Its reputation for steak, wine and service is legendary. Don't be foolish enough not to try it at least once. You might consider the 60-ounce strip sirloin that "serves 6" (ha) for a mere $245.12.
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Busch Gardens: It's come a long way after 54 years, from a beer factory and bird show to an internationally regarded theme park. It's constantly refreshing its mix of rides and animal displays as part of the company SeaWorld Entertainment.
Clearwater Beach: If the Pinellas beaches can't make the icon list, what will? Clearwater is the mecca for spring breakers and major tourism events.
Columbia Restaurant: It claims to be Florida's' oldest restaurant and epitomizes regional Spanish cuisine.
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Dalí Museum: The St. Petersburg waterfront site not only houses one of the biggest collections of Salvador Dalí's works, but the building itself is an architectural home run.
Derek Jeter: The 30,000-square-foot home of the New York Yankees captain, Hall of Fame shoo-in and one of Major League Baseball's top ambassadors is on the Davis Islands waterfront, not far from the team's Tampa training complex. As he nears retirement (and starts Jeter Publishing), will he become more of a local personality?
Gasparilla: Tampa's annual midwinter pirate invasion is a mischievous celebration that the city adopted as one of the events unique to Tampa Bay and its history.
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Home Shopping Network: The pioneer of the TV shopping channel industry has now become more sophisticated across the digital spectrum.
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Hooters: The nation's first "breastaurant" chain was founded in Clearwater (but is now based in Atlanta) and has grown to 420 locations in 28 countries.
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Hulk Hogan: Nobody epitomizes local pop fame and infamy more than the larger-than-life, cartoon-styled Hulkster and family.
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Jill Kelley: The wannabe MacDill socialite who brought down a CIA director has become one of the region's better-known names. Her latest claim: her Nov. 5 opinion piece published, oddly enough, in the Wall Street Journal headlined How the Government Spied on Me. Welcome to Florida.
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MacDill Air Force Base: It's no ordinary military base but the home of CentCom, central command for the Iraq and Afghanistan wars, as well as SOCom, where special operations of the combined Army, Navy and Air Force are based. Still, defense cuts and the winding down in the Middle East will lower its profile.
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Moffitt Cancer Center: Any metro area that can lay claim to an elite cancer-fighting center like Tampa's Moffitt at once distinguishes itself from hundreds of other cities around the country. After all, Moffitt is the only National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center, a lofty medical designation, in all of Florida.
Mons Venus: The Tampa strip club is almost always mentioned in national press coverage whenever this area hosts big events like the Republican National Convention or a Super Bowl.
Outback Steakhouse: This is the headquarters home of the "No Rules, Just Right" themed mega-chain of steak restaurants. It's the anchor asset of publicly traded company Bloomin' Brands Inc.
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Scientology: Controversial? You bet. But the spiritual headquarters of this IRS-approved religion is now part of the cultural and economic core of downtown Clearwater. Just this weekend, the Church of Scientology opens its 300,000-square-foot Flag Building and will make its "Super Power" program available to its members.
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Tampa Bay Bucs: The good news is this metro area's NFL franchise is no longer winless this season. The better news is there are no plans to resurrect those Creamsicle-colored uniforms again. How long will it take to become a competitive franchise again?
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Tampa Bay Lightning: The NHL hockey team already boasts a Stanley Cup title. And relocated owner Jeff Vinik may yet prove a rising star of economic development — depending on the future direction of Tampa's Channelside district.
Tampa Bay Rays: The competitive major-league baseball team already is famous for squeezing lots of wins out of small payrolls. While it may not attract crowds to its aging St. Petersburg stadium, its games get plenty of TV viewers. The Rays' long-term relocation — within Tampa Bay or perhaps in some other aspiring market — remains unclear. But the controversy keeps the team high-profile.
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University of South Florida: Tampa's major state university has come a long way as both an educational institution and a key economic foundation for this region. Want to strengthen Tampa Bay's profile as a competitive metro area? Keep improving USF. And fix those weak graduation rates.
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Winter the Dolphin: The tailless dolphin may appear last on this list, but Winter has proved to be a marketing juggernaut to Clearwater tourism thanks to the popular 2011 movie Dolphin Tale and its coming sequel. Winter alone pushed through this month's voter referendum supporting the building of a new aquarium in downtown Clearwater. Winter, stay healthy.
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What is Keep on the Borderlands?
KotB is a new module - or total conversion, if you prefer - for the Atari game Temple of Elemental Evil. It was created by modders at the Circle of Eight fansite (www.Co8.org) and freely distributed. It requires the original Temple of Elemental Evil game, patched to patch 2. It does not require any other mods from Co8, such as Co8 5.0: it is a separate module to ToEE and not a mod of it.
KotB is for starting level players. It attempts to push many elements of the ToEE engine to their limits, using the engine's capacity for animations, quests, skills, feats and dialogue, as well as combat, to produce an adventure game in the classic puzzle-solving mode. There is considerably more thought required to finish KotB than ToEE: though all the information is still given in the game, and it is not excessively difficult, just more thoughtful than the original game.
The aim of the game is simple. The player controls a number of characters who have arrived at the Keep on the Borderlands seeking fame, fortune and adventure. The player needs only talk to the NPCs of the Keep and surrounding locales, and role-play his or her alignment, to find a variety of adventures (including more than 20 quests in the Demo). Once the player has followed one of the various plotlines to its completion, they will have the option of proceeding to the endgame and finale.
What's in the Demo?
The Demo contains the entire Outer Bailey of the Keep (though not all the NPCs found there...), Spider Woods, Mad Hermit encounter, Lizardman encounter, Lizardman Refuge, and a variety of other encounters out in the world around and beyond (and under) the Keep. Essentially, everything except the Raider Camp, Caves of Chaos and Inner Fortress. Being a Demo, some characters are missing - including some essential ones such as the Priest (who appears in the Demo but doesn't say anything) - and many areas are not fully fleshed out. However, there are more than 100 NPCs who do have dialogue files, more than 20 quests, and several different plotlines with multiple quests each to allow for different styles of play and alignment choices. There's also lots of fights, treasure, and things to spend it on.
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I always rent from West Maui. I recently Rented a nice Roubaix for a week. Forgot my carbon look pedals on the mainland. West Maui was nice enough to loan me a pair. Had a great time riding around West Maui. Never a problem with the bike. Easy pick up and return. West Maui is great!


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50 Women who have Changed the World
A Preface ~
This page is for my BCM112 Digital Artefact which will explore the contributions of 50 different women to modern society. Some are celebrities, some are politicians, some are ordinary women, and some fall in between, but they have all changed the world (or are changing it) for the better. Areas of change include education, women's rights, child welfare, equality, mental health support, domestic violence and gay rights. The main platform for this artefact will be a separate blog (find it here).
Please note that the posts will be in no particular order. The reason for this is because the contributions these women make to society are so diverse and unique that it would be difficult and biased of me to attempt to rank them. I hope this artefact inspires you and if you like it or have ideas as to who you'd like to be recognised on this page, please comment!
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Valentine's Day is coming close, so here's another brilliant campaign for you guys to check out! That there are different kissing types, everyone knows: the angry kiss, the official kiss ( the King of Belgium is a pro in this category) and of course the well-practiced French kiss. But have you ever heard of the Dutch kiss? Nope, nothing to do with legal weed, but everything to do with tolerance. The definition: a kiss that can be exchanged at anytime, anywhere and with anyone. Dutch NGO AIDS Fonds asks everybody who believes that love is a fundamental right to share their Dutch Kiss video. Bottom line? We have to act now! Because every day denying gay rights threatens access to health care and increases the risk of new HIV infections. Not just for Valentine's Day but everyday: spread love (or the Dutch kiss), not HIV.
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- Having a gate that properly latches or locks.
- Keeping the pool area clean and free from obstacles and debris, such as hoses or other tools, to avoid trips and falls.
- Adequately maintaining pool surfaces and the surrounding area.
- Properly warning pool users of risks using signs, depth markers, or warnings that a lifeguard will not be on duty.
- Proper covers on all drains in pools and hot tubs in accordance with the federal Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act.
Can I Recover after a Pool Accident at an Indianapolis Apartment Complex?
During the summer months, thousands of families flock to pools around the Indianapolis area to spend a fun day in the sun. Many of these pools are located on private property, such as an apartment or condominium complex or a private neighborhood. Unfortunately, pools also come with the risk of accidents, injuries, and even death due to drowning. Children are especially at risk for accidents because they may not be mature enough to fully appreciate the risks associated with pools. In fact, the Pool Safety division of the Consumer Product and Safety Commission (CPSC) reports that accidental drowning is the number two cause of death for American children aged 1-14 years. In Indianapolis, regarding injury law and finding an tough attorney or lawyer to fight for you, Apartment complexes and other pool owners have a duty to keep people reasonably safe from harm by properly maintaining the pool and surrounding areas. Landlords and property owners must take certain safety precautions and steps to make sure tenants and visitors do not suffer injury or death. Such requirements may include:


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Dublin Rural LEADER
Fingal LEADER Rural Development Programme
View the Fingal LDS Strategy Workshop Presentation
Link to the Fingal Leader Partnership - Dublin Rural LEADER website
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Fingal Leader Partnership - Dublin Rural LEADER WEBSITE
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Rural Development Programme
The Dublin Rural Local Action Group (LAG) has been established to deliver the LEADER element of the Rural Development Programme for the period 2016-2021 in the Dublin rural region. The allocated fund represents €6.42 million and of this €4.83 million will be available for local projects in the region.
The LAG area
The Dublin Rural LAG geoghraphical area encompasses the rural areas which surround the city of Dublin on three sides and is comprised of rural parts of the local authorities of Fingal, Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown, and South Dublin, all within the County of Dublin
LEADER funding of €6.4m announced
for Dublin Rural Area
The budget for the new round of LEADER funding across the Dublin Rural Region up to 2020 will be €6.4 million.
The Dublin Rural Region comprises parts of the three Dublin County Council – Fingal, South Dublin and Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown.
LEADER programme funding is set to support a diverse range of projects across various themes including enterprise development, rural tourism, social inclusion and the environment.
A series of public information events have been held in Balrothery, Rolestown, Rush, Garristown, Glenasmole Hall, Newcastle, Saggart, Glencullen and Tibradden for interested parties to learn more about LEADER, its application process and also to invite expressions of interest from potential promoters.
Dr Pat O'Connor, Chair of the Dublin Rural Local Action Group, welcomed the recent signing of contract documents and highlighted the new way that the LEADER programme will be delivered as part of this round up to 2020.
"The LAG have appointed Fingal Leader Partnership as our on-the-ground implementing partner. Together with the three relevant Dublin Local Community Development Committees and Fingal County Council we look forward to implementing the programme objectives of the Dublin Rural LEADER strategy until 2020," said Dr O'Connor.
While the LAG was the main signatory to the Contract of Agreement with the Minister for Arts, Heritage, Regional, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs, it was also witnessed and co-signed by Fingal County Council and Fingal Leader Partnership.
The Dublin Rural Area has a population of over 66,000 people of which Fingal makes up approximately 70 per cent of the eligible local areas and Fingal County Council Chief Executive, Mr Paul Reid, said: "This €6.4 million funding has the potential to have a transformative impact on the economy and quality of life in Rural Dublin. From a Fingal perspective, it is very much welcome, especially considering the size and importance of the agricultural sector in the county. As Financial Partner for the Programme, Fingal County Council are looking forward to working closely with the Dublin Rural Local Action Group, the Fingal Leader Partnership, and our counterparts in the other local authorities to ensure that we maximize the benefits that will accrue from this funding."


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I don't want to make any ridiculous claims, like, "This broth will save your life!" but that's kinda how I feel about it. Rich in minerals, great for digestion, anti-inflammatory, adaptogenic, it's great on its own or as a base for soup. Use the broth instead of water to make rice, it provides a very tasty base. Let me know how it works for you.
Sometimes I will give exact amounts for ingredients- the traditional way to write a recipe. This broth is totally up for intuitive interpretation. If you really like garlic, add a whole head. Or a few cloves. I made 3 quarts of broth with the ingredients pictured above. Get creative.
Garlic + coconut oil
Sautee chopped garlic in a few tablespoons of coconut oil.
Add a handful-ish of dulse (nori, kombu, or any other seaweed is great too)
Reishi - I got dried reishi from Rosemary's Garden in Sebastopol. Check your local health food store or the internet.
Chop the turmeric, ginger, horseradish and burdock and throw it in!
Mushrooms - I used a brown few handfuls of brown mushrooms, but any kind will do.
Simmer for hours!
The longer you simmer, the spicier, richer, and more bitter the broth will become. This is MEDICINE!
Add Himalayan Salt, Braggs Aminos, or tamari for savory flavor.
Sprinkle Cayenne + Black Pepper for more spice.
To make a nutritious soup:
Add kale or arugula, an egg or two, nutritional yeast, go wild!
I hope you enjoy making this broth! Let me know if you have any special additions to this winter wonder broth :)
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In this paper, we propose a new method based on a three-dimensional (3D) space-based strategy for the optical image encryption. The two-dimensional (2D) processing of a plaintext in the conventional optical encryption methods is extended to a 3D space-based processing. Each pixel of the plaintext is considered as one particle in the proposed space-based optical image encryption, and the diffraction of all particles forms an object wave in the phase-shifting digital holography. The effectiveness and advantages of the proposed method are demonstrated by numerical results. The proposed method can provide a new optical encryption strategy instead of the conventional 2D processing, and may open up a new research perspective for the optical image encryption.
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Are you interested in working as a driver? How about working for a shipping and transportation company that has jobs in accounting, sales, warehouse, customer service, driving and more? If you're in the Northeast or Mid-Atlantic region, check out what Ward Transport has to offer you.
About Ward Transport
It all started in 1930 with just one truck and two drivers. Now, Ward Transport provides service to over 10,000 customers every year. This growth was made possible due to Ward Transport's dedication to customer service, innovative technology, and quality employees.
Ward Transport is based in Altoona, Pennsylvania, and serves a 12-state region in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic by offering LTL, truckload, brokerage, warehousing, and logistics. Ward Transport is known for reliable, on-time deliveries, a low claims rate, and Obsessive Customer Service™ that keeps customers informed about their shipping status, and solves problems quickly if they do occur.
Safety seems to be Ward's number one priority. The company has been twice awarded the American Trucking Association's President's Trophy, which is related to safety and training. Also, over 60 Ward drivers have received company awards for driving 20 years without a preventable accident.
Ward Transport is a family-owned business, and is dedicated to keeping that sense of community and compassion for all its 1,100 employees by providing comprehensive benefits, scholarship programs, wellness activities, and more.
Working at Ward Transport
Ward is looking for drivers, but there are many other positions also available. There are four job categories: LTL Jobs, TL Jobs, Logistics Jobs, and Corporate Jobs.
LTL stands for less-than-truckload. These employees handle multiple, smaller shipments from various customers which ship in one trailer. Ward Transport hires full-time LTL drivers, mechanics, and dock workers, as well as casual (or part-time).
TL stands for truckload. These employees handle large shipments from companies that fill trailers. Full-time and casual jobs are generally available.
Ward also needs people to work in logistics, including warehouse workers. These employees ensure shipments in and out of Ward Transport are accurate and timely.
Corporate jobs include sales, accounting, administrative work, customer service, and more. There are both full-time and part-time positions generally available.
Ward Transport also has four key philosophies they believe maintain their positive culture. One, employees should focus on customer service and satisfaction. Two, respect all employees and recognize their contribution. Three, provide fair wages and benefits to all employees. And four, to take an active part in the community, whether that means volunteering in schools and community centers, or ensuring Ward Transport is a responsible and safe corporation.
According to Glassdoor.com, current Ward Transport employees comment that their "co-workers are very good people," and they've gotten "experience [and] knowledge that can be helpful later in life." Others comment that the facilities could be updated, they were dissatisfied with the length of shifts, and that they are concerned with a high turnover rate.
Tips for Applying at Ward Transport
You can apply for jobs at wardtlc.com/jobopenings/. Take a look at the links on the right of the page to read more about benefits, the different areas where you might want to work, and to learn more about Ward Transport. The menu on the left will link you to available jobs and their descriptions, including whether they're full-time or part-time, and for what location.
- Be sure to read each job description so you apply for one that best matches your needs and your qualifications.
- Note whether you need special certification for some jobs, such as a CDL.
- If you need assistance in completing an application, contact the human resources department.
- Be sure to ask questions in your interview. You want this job to be a good fit you, just as the employer does!


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lthough the numbers of underrepresented minorities (URM) in U.S. medical schools has increased, with the growing diversity of the overall U.S. population, the racial and ethnic differences between medical school graduates and the overall population is actually widening.
Highlighted in AACOM's Data on the Current State of Diversity in Osteopathic Medical Education web section, in academic year 2014-15 there were 6,048 African American and 4,506 Hispanic students in U.S. medical schools, representing 5.5 percent and 4.1 percent of total enrollment, respectively. However, projections from the 2012 U.S. Census Bureau indicated that by 2015, 38 percent of the U.S. population would identify themselves as a racial minority or Hispanic background.
The latest Diversity in Osteopathic Medical School Applicants, Matriculants, and Enrollment report further provides insight to the above data:
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2 Key Areas Where Cisco Systems Needs to Improve
Don't look now, but the turnaround at Cisco Systems seems to be gaining traction. Shares of the technology giant are up about 11% year to date, outperforming the broader market. This includes a strong rally since the company last reported quarterly earnings. Cisco beat expectations and Chief Executive Officer John Chambers went as far as to say his company would "crush" rival VMware in an up-and-coming product area.
But, Cisco's turnaround isn't a done deal, as there are still challenges that the company is struggling to overcome. Not only has Cisco not crushed VMware, yet, but it's falling behind in emerging markets as well.
While its business has stabilized in the U.S., Cisco's international segment is under-performing. Specifically, Cisco's business is declining in the Asia-Pacific region, including the all-important Chinese market. Simply put, Cisco is falling short in emerging markets, which is disappointing since under-developed economies typically represent a great opportunity for growth.
While there are certainly reasons to be optimistic about Cisco's future, its struggle to plant its flag in emerging markets, plus the threat of competition, are still holding it back. Until Cisco demonstrates an ability to overcome these issues, its turnaround will continue to stall.
Cisco flailing in new products and markets
Shares of Cisco Systems jumped higher after the company's last quarterly earnings report, even though beneath the surface the results weren't actually that good.
Cisco posted $11.5 billion in revenue and earnings per share of $0.42, which represented year-over-year declines of 5.5% and 8%, respectively. Plus, breaking down Cisco's performance in terms of geographic region, a striking disparity becomes evident. Cisco held up relatively well in the Americas, where sales fell 3% over the past three quarters combined. In contrast, revenue in Asia-Pacific, Japan, and China fell 7% in the same period.
While Cisco continues to struggle, looking increasingly like a lumbering giant, smaller competitors are catching up fast. Two years ago, VMware acquired a company called Nicira for $1.2 billion, boosting its abilities in a technology called software-defined networking. At the time, VMware management believed the takeover would allow it to enhance its presence in data center and cloud networking.
Chambers dismissed the partnership during the company's third-quarter conference call, claiming that Cisco was making huge strides in the software-defined market and would soon take a leadership position in the industry, thanks to its size and scale.
The results, however, paint a different picture. VMware posted 14% revenue growth and 15% earnings-per-share growth last quarter. The company is doing about as well domestically as it is in international markets; VMware's revenue from outside the United States jumped 14%.
Cisco is spending more to develop new products and enter new territories, but it's unclear whether its investments are paying off. Cisco's research and development expenses are up 6% through the first three quarters of the fiscal year, which has dragged down margins. Net income margin fell to 18.9% last quarter, down 1.4 percentage points from the same period the year before.
The Foolish takeaway
While Cisco shares rallied after the company reported results last quarter, the underlying results are yet to be seen. Cisco has posted weak results for several quarters now, but the stock has outperformed the market so far this year.
Cisco has two major concerns that need to be addressed going forward: its declining position in Asia-Pacific, Japan, and China, as well as the threat of smaller competitors taking market share in new product areas.
For instance, Chambers boasted that his company would crush VMware in software-defined networking, but so far, it's just talk. Actually, VMware is doing quite well, particularly in geographic regions where Cisco is struggling.
Cisco's management needs to get its act together and avoid falling behind, before the company's turnaround can be considered a done deal.
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IT 036: A Painless Way To Create A Year's Worth Of Content That Your Tribe Will Love, Resonate With, & Be Served By
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Hello Gorgeous Lightworkers, it's Mona Lisa and it's Intuitive Tuesday, the radio show helping intuitives, introverts and empaths manifest the conscious and abundant life that they desire.
Today's Podcast is the second part of a two-part series centered around creating content for your tribe, so you haven't listened to Intuitive Tuesday Podcast #33, I highly recommend you listen to that first!
So last time, I had you decide on what type of content you want to put out. Maybe you decided on a blog, a Podcast, a video series, Instagram, graphics, or a FB Live show.
Now that you know how you would like to speak to your tribe, now it's time to figure out what content to create.
Remember, last time I said "As an online coach and entrepreneur, the only way you can make sales and get clients is by putting out consistent content that your ideal customers will love and resonate with."
Your job is to find out what your ideal customer loves learning about and engaging in when it comes to your specific topic.
Of course, a big part of this is figuring out your ideal customer, which is a whole, ginormous process in itself, that I teach to my private clients and couldn't possibly fit into a Podcast.
But, for now, let's say you already have an idea of your ideal customer and who she or he is, and that you know what topic you want to help your clients with.
For example, in a nutshell, my ideal customer is an introverted, intuitive woman who is a new or aspiring coach. My main topic is showing my ideal customer how to have a more fulfilling, joyful lifestyle by learning how to create a sustainable, profitable coaching business where she's able to use her unique talents and skills to transform the lives of her clients.
Once you have that down, you're ready to create some awesome content!
4 Steps To Create A Year's Worth Of Content That Your Tribe Will Love, Resonate With, & Be Served By:
Step 1: Brainstorm 12 Sub-topics (one for every month). Examples: Say your topic is nutrition.
Potential sub-topics could be: yummy clean recipes, what foods to eat depending on their body type, supplements, how to grocery shop, how to meal prep your lunch, how to wean yourself off of sugar, etc.
Step 2: Write out 1-2 common problems that your tribe has for every sub-topic. This will be your basis for writing content.
So let's stay with the example of nutrition, a potential common problem that your ideal customer may have in the sub-topic of "healthy grocery shopping" could be that he or she has no idea how to grocery shop, gets super overwhelmed at Whole Foods, and ends up just spending tons of money on ready-made foods and salads, that aren't even that healthy.
Step 3: Let them know you get it, and provide some personal experience or experiences you've helped your own clients through
Step 4: Give them a solution! "Reverse engineer" the solution to be something you can help them with, to affirm your place in their minds as their fave, go-to expert in your topic.
Some valuable things you can offer are free how-to's (like this step-by-step!), show notes, a way to work with you privately, a free program you're offering, or a FB group.
I hope that this has served you and I'll see you next Tuesday, for the next episode of Intuitive Tuesday.
When you're done with your worksheet, come back to the post and let me know how you did in the comments below. Click Here to Grab Your Show Notes!


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How do I Start Offering Online Counselling and Therapy?
The world is changing and we have to change with it. Because of this, many people are becoming online therapists. If you're interesting in becoming an online counsellor or therapist, then you're in the right place. Below, you can find out how to become the perfect counsellor and/or therapist.
Make Sure You Have the Right Credentials
If you want to become an e-counsellor, then you need to inform yourself on the credentials and prerequisites for being a counsellor and therapist in the state or province you live in. This will vary depending on where you are, and it will also vary depending on your country.
If you don't have the proper credentials, then it is likely that you will face legal issues and troubles with law enforcement because you cannot provide adequate advice to a client if you are not qualified to do so in a given state. There is also a licensing process in the United States which qualifies someone to become a therapist/counsellor/psychiatrist.
Only Provide Therapy within Your Area of Expertise
Most psychologists, therapists, and psychiatrists have a field of expertise or a field of practise from which they focus on. Someone who is qualified to give advice for people with physical limitations is not qualified to help someone who is in an abusive relationship or someone who is dealing with a difficult past. He or she could actually be doing more harm than good, which is why one should stick to a single or multiple areas of expertise that they went to school for.
Decide How You Want to Lead Your Sessions
There are many ways in which you can contact people during a session, which is why you need to make some serious decisions in this field. Do you, for example, want to have a live chat with your client so that or she can contact you at any time? This would be similar to Facebook's messaging services. Or would you prefer to have something like Skype; wherein, you'll have video interviews with someone so that you can see the person in real-time?
Make a Webpage
Anyone who owns a business online needs to have a webpage and this remains true for online therapists. You need to be prepared for the extra costs that comes with developing a website. If you have no experience with this, then you'll be forced to hire a site developer and you'll have to find a way to advertise yourself.
There are many reasons why becoming an internet therapist is beneficial to your career, and to your clients. You should keep in mind, however, that there are obstacles that come along with it. First, you need to be qualified. This, in itself, is a timely and expensive process which will take years of education. If you have already gone through this, then consider how you want to reach out to your clients so that you can build a webpage and become more accessible to them.
Why do men normally want to avoid marriage counseling?
If you ask a man to talk to a therapist or tell him that you need to visit a marriage counselor, it might often backfire. Men would want to have things their way. It is sometimes their ego that come their way or their lack of acknowledgement that might make them avoid marriage counseling. Most of the couples who see a therapist are either a wife worried about her marriage or a husband when he is about to lose his wife! The point is that, you need not wait!
There have also been instances where the wife would have threatened the husband to attend marriage counseling. It does not have to be this worse and there is definitely a better way of dealing with men, marriage and counseling. The underlying point is that you will have to understand the factors that make a man avoid marriage counseling. You can then work on these factors that might help you in saving your relationship. Listed below are the reasons why men normally want to avoid counseling:
Being vulnerable is looked down upon
Men, as per societal beliefs, are born to be tough. This is totally wrong and men can feel vulnerable at times. When you make, them understand that it is normal to feel vulnerable, you would have broken the first barrier.
How counseling is perceived as failing
Men have a massive ego in their way, even though it is subconscious. They feel that counseling is required only when an individual is failing and hence, would not want to be associated with the idea of failing.
They feel forced
When you ask a man to go visit a counselor, they will think of it as an order and would not want anyone to take control of the situation or dominate it. If you force your partner to go visit a counselor, there are high chances that it might end up having an adverse impact on your relationship.
Not accepting change
When a man visits a counselor, he knows that there are certain things that might change. However, he would not want anything to change. Definitely not something that is driven by an external factor, making it one of the biggest reasons why men do not want to visit a counselor.
However, you can act on it!
When you first met your man, it was definitely a fairytale and you need to realize that he is the same person he was. You will have to put in some effort to make sure that things only get better. You can simply try by talking to your husband about little aspects, as it makes them feel important and this way, they will like the fact that they are involved. Give them opportunities to act on and it will prove to be helpful slowly. The moment your partner realizes that you need him in your life, things will start getting better and he will start reciprocating to your efforts in saving the relationship.
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There are many serious problems that you get that are related to the spinal ad all the problems that you have are very much making the pain that cannot be tolerate. This is a serious issue that you have because maximum cases it is the disk that gets disorder and it is not an easy thing for any normal or general doctor can provide you the treatment as this is the problem that can be taken out by the specialist. You have to search for the right place for getting the treatment and for that you must take the help of the internet as this is the internet that will help you I searching the place fast and also that is reliable. On the internet there are many places that you will find but the best that you have is the spinal stenosis treatment NYC that is providing you the right kind of treatment.
They are the oldest and also well experienced of treating the people that are having the problem that is related to the spinal. They are having the best way of treatment and you are getting the treatment that is very fast and you can get relief from the pain within an hour. The advance technology tools and other equipments are making their work easier and also very fast and many of the treatment they are discharging the people in just one or two hours and the person can go home with good health. People that have taken the treatment here are very much satisfied as they have received the best kind of treatment for their problem. There are thousands of people that have taken the treatment here in this clinic.
They are able to have the Cervical Disc Replacement and in this the procedure is used to help you get rid of pain caused due to pinched nerve in the neck and in this treatment the time that is taken is just one hour. These treatment that they are doing is without any side effects that you can have or any harm to the other parts of the body. At this place you can have Endoscopic Discectomy and this procedure is performed to relieve patients from painful symptoms, caused by pressing of herniated roots against that of the nerves this is the procedure in which treatment take one hour only.
Another thing that you have here in this clinic is the Cervical Foraminotomy in which therapist carryout this treatment to help their patients deal with painful symptoms of a pinched nerve caused by foramina stenosis and for this they are using the most advanced microscopic debris removal equipment, the targeted debris can be got rid of safely and this treatment also takes the 60 minutes time for the treatment. On the internet you have many web sites that are proving all the information about this clinic and you can collect the information from any of the site and that is for free of cost.
Exactly what Elements Impact Blood flow
Each and every element of the body is essential. Them all perform an important part to keep your body in existence as well as wholesome. Great blood flow can help you make sure that all of the is obtaining exactly what it requires to work nicely. Exactly what elements impact the actual blood circulation within your body?
Among the elements that may impact your own blood flow is actually using cannabis. Cannabis is recognized as unlawful in several nations since it offers harmful results towards the entire body. An individual that utilizes cannabis encounters higher speed when it comes to the actual blood circulation. The reason being one's heart functions tougher as well as sends much more when compared to a. Consequently, the actual bloodstream goes by with the internal organs however there isn't usually plenty of time for that nutrition and also the air to become soaked up. Individuals who make use of cannabis frequently encounter storage reduction or even misunderstandings.
An additional element is actually diabetes. Those who have high quantity of sugars within the blood stream may encounter the slowdown when it comes to blood flow. The reason being the actual sugar can make the actual bloodstream heavier which makes it hard for that bloodstream to feed the actual arteries, particularly the actual slimmer types. Consequently, the actual transportation associated with nutrition, mineral deposits as well as air towards the various areas of the body is actually postponed. A good thing which diabetic individuals can perform would be to consume much more drinking water in order to dilate the actual bloodstream as well as enhance it's blood circulation.
Atherosclerosis may also impact blood flow. It's a situation exactly where fat build up within the blood stream as well as leads to blockage within the arteries. The actual fat within the arterial blood vessels affix to the actual arterial wall space leading to these phones solidify and also to turn out to be much less flexible. With time, these types of fat build up as well as prevent the actual blood circulation. This could be a really harmful scenario. It may boost the bloodstream stress of the individual as well as trigger center assault. Individuals who are afflicted by this problem require instant medical attention. Atherosclerosis will probably occur to individuals who smoke cigars, individuals who frequently consume greasy meals the ones that generally encounter demanding circumstances.
The actual 3 problems talked about over tend to be just some of the number of elements that may impact the actual blood circulation within your body. Should you disregard these types of problems, you might encounter severe harm to your wellbeing. Great blood flow is very important. There are many steps you can take to enhance this. For example, you are able to improve your own consumption associated with drinking water to ensure your own bloodstream is actually diluted which makes it simpler for that bloodstream to feed the actual arteries. You have to prevent stimulants for example coffee as well as cannabis to ensure that your own center in order to pump motor usually. Prevent greasy meals as well as smoking to ensure your own arteries tend to be flexible as well as wholesome. Should you adhere to these types of easy recommendations, you won't encounter issues with your own blood flow.
Are The Muscle mass Important joints Exactly the same?
The actual musculoskeletal program from the entire body is essential. It's the program which enables you to stroll as well as proceed. You won't have the ability to remain if you don't possess your own bone fragments. You can't stroll if you don't possess your own bone fragments. Parts of your muscles, however, safeguard your own bone fragments as well as assist your body have the actual pounds. Muscle tissue as well as bone fragments function hand-in-hand. This is also true for that muscle tissue and also the important joints.
The actual query is actually, are the muscle mass important joints exactly the same? The solution isn't any. Parts of your muscles are comprised from the exact same supplies. Your own important joints are comprised from the exact same supplies. Nevertheless, when it comes to perform as well as look, the actual muscle mass important joints might occasionally vary. To comprehend every component much better, let's talk of all of them at length.
What exactly are muscle tissue? Muscle tissue tend to be those that safeguard the actual bone fragments through harm. They're those that provide you with form. Picture should you just possess bone fragments with no muscle tissue. You certainly won't appear great. Muscle tissue will also be extremely important with regard to motion. This really is exactly where the body will get power. These people have the effect of producing the actual bone fragments proceed.
What exactly are important joints? Important joints are comprised associated with 2 bone fragments. Both bone fragments fulfill as well as connected collectively so that they'll end up being relocated close to. You will find important joints which you'll maneuver around like the ball-and-socket important joints. There's also important joints that permit you particular level of actions as well as rotator just. For example, the actual important joints in your shoulder blades permit you to turn your own shoulder blades 360 levels. Nevertheless, using the important joints in your legs, it's occasionally hard to do this. Should you try to get it done, you might harm the actual legs.
Parts of your muscles as well as important joints function hand-in-hand within ensuring the actual motion is actually great. The actual skeletal muscle tissue ensure that you may remain, stroll, operate, flex as well as perform additional bodily points. These people agreement as well as draw one another to create actions. It is crucial that you simply look after your own musculoskeletal program constantly. You need to avoid this through becoming broken simply because this can impact your own every day regimen in a large degree. Picture should you hurt your own legs. You won't have the ability to remain as well as proceed your own thighs. Should you proceed your own shoulder blades, it will likely be hard that you should consume and also to perform points together with your fingers.
Stopping harm using the muscle tissue as well as important joints isn't usually easy simply because mishaps perform occur. You will find points that can be done although to prevent obtaining severe accidental injuries whenever mishaps occur. For example, if you're actively playing severe sports activities, you have to also have safety. Leg as well as shoulder patches can be found in numerous shops. If you're training an activity, it is best to permit you to ultimately relaxation. This can assist parts of your muscles recuperate quicker as well as it won't place stress as well as stress in your bone fragments. By doing this, they're not going to end up being broken very easily.


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Years before Brett Cowan abducted Daniel Morcombe he appeared in this interview from Front Up in 1999. Courtesy: SBS
THE serial pedophile found guilty of murdering Queensland schoolboy Daniel Morcombe has been sentenced to life in prison, with the judge saying he is "beyond rehabilitation".
Brett Peter Cowan, 44, will likely spend the rest of his life behind bars.
In an emotional address, Supreme Court Justice Roslyn Atkinson set a minimum non-parole period of 20 years, but added he should never be released.
Cowan showed no emotion as sentence was passed.
Justice Atkinson was required to sentence Cowan to a non-parole period of at least 15 years, but said she felt Cowan's crimes warranted a harsher penalty.
"Everything about what you did to that child was horrific and disgraceful,'' she told Cowan in the Brisbane courtroom.
"This is not just a murder, but a terrible murder. It has had widespread and shocking impacts.''
She said it was important to also make it clear the community denounced the conduct in which he was involved and to protect the Queensland community from him.
"For the offence of murder the only sentence available is life imprisonment and yours is a case where that sentence is certainly appropriate,'' she said.
"For the reasons set out by the learned prosecutor in his addres I am able to set a parole eligibility date later than 15 years, which is the statutory minimum.''
She said in view of his criminal history and ``enormity'' of the crimes he had committed it was appropriate to set parole eligibility after 20 years served in jail.
"They should take into account that you are a plausible and opportunistic liar before they consider any view you might have about whether or not you have been rehabilitated,'' she said.
She said on count two, the charge of indecently dealing with a child, she sentenced Cowan to 3.5 years in jail to be served concurrently with the life sentence.
Justice Atkinson said she sentenced him to misconduct with a corpse at the maximum available penalty, two years in jail to be served concurrently.
She took into account 945 days Cowan had served in pre-sentence custody.
Jurors on Thursday found the 44-year-old father of three guilty of indecently dealing with 13-year-old Daniel, murdering him and interfering with his corpse after luring him from a Sunshine Coast bus stop on December 7, 2003.
The Morcombes did not wish to be present for sentencing. They were instead at a fundraising event for the Daniel Morcombe Foundation at Carbrook Golf Club.
A clearly emotional Justice Roslyn Atkinson addressed Cowan before passing sentence.
She said Cowan saw an opportunity on the day he took Daniel Morcombe.
"You were, in your own words an opportunistic offender, you were waiting for an opportunity,'' she said.
She said Cowan offered the boy a lift, a plausible story and told him you were waiting for a friend.
"You didn't look like a monster, you didn't look like a paedophile you looked like an ordinary persona and you persuaded him that would be a safe thing for him to do,'' she said.
Justice Atkinson said Cowan took Daniel to an isolated area off Kings Rd.
"He didn't know what your intentions were. When you got him inside, you indecently dealt with him, you attempted to pull down his pants, he was obviously horrified, he resisted and tried to run away,'' she said.
"You knew that if he ran away he would be able to identify you, your car, the place where you'd taken him, your registration number, you knew if he ran away you'd be caught so you killed him.
"Killed him because you didn't want to get caught. Killed him intending to kill him.''
Justice Atkinson said it would have taken more than ``a few seconds'' to kill him.
"You put his body in the back of a car, drove to the old sandmining site…,'' she said.
"You covered him with branches and left him. When you returned a week later his body was for the most part gone, no doubt disturbed and torn apart by wild animals.''
She said everything about what Cowan had done to the boy was ``horrific and disgraceful''.
"This is not just a murder but a terrible murder. It has had widespread and shocking impacts of course and primarily, on his family, his parents and of course his two brothers, particularly his twin brothers.
"But you gave no thought to them and its not apparent to me that you've ever given any thought to that or to them.
"I've seen no evidence in the months you've been in this court … that you ever felt any remorse for what you did apart from feeling sorry for yourself that you might get caught.''
She said the abduction of a child in broad daylight by a stranger was very unusual and for that "we can all be extremely grateful''.
"The fear of the stranger drives fear into the hearts of everyone in the community that vulnerable children might be taken by a predator like you and dealt with in this way,'' she said.
"These are chilling and disgraceful crimes.''
She said Cowan was now aged 44, but was 34 when he killed Daniel Morcombe.
Justice Atkinson said he had committed terrible crimes throughout his life, escalating in offending.
"When I talk about your upbringing of course it reminds me of other victims of these crimes: your family, your parents, siblings and most terribly your own children who will forever be associated with you and your name,'' she said.
She said Cowan's criminal history commenced when he was 17 and convicted for break and enter and unlawful use of a motor vehicle.
Justice Atkinson said Cowan was convicted in the District Court in Brisbane with indecent dealing with a boy under 14 on September 8, 1989, a crime committed on December 5, 1987.
She said the boy was seven-years-old and Cowan was acquitted of the offence of sodomy.
"You were sentenced to two years imprisonment,'' she said.
She said Cowan continued to offend in minor ways, but most importantly went to the Northern Territory and committed a ``horrific'' series of offences against a small boy who was only six.
"Again you just took advantage of an opportunity to commit acts of sexual violence against this child,'' she said.
Justice Atkinson said Cowan was convicted of an aggravated act of gross indecency, deprivation of liberty and another offence in relation to the offence.
She said Cowan was sentenced to seven years and ``pretended to be keen to be rehabilitated''.
"You are a convincing, plausible and adaptive liar and you are prepared to lie to advance your own interests,'' she said.
"None of the Morcombe family wish to be present for the sentencing proceedings, for reasons that are personal to them,'' Crown prosecutor Michael Byrne QC said.
He said the family had asked him to pass on their gratitude to the court.
Detectives who worked the case sat in the seats at the front of the public gallery that Bruce and Denise Morcombe had filled since the commencement of the trial on February 10.
Cowan, also known as Shaddo N-unyah Hunter, stood in the prisoner's dock wearing the same grey suit jacket he has been dressed in over the past five weeks.
Justice Atkinson had words to those who called for longer or harsher sentences against sex offenders.
"People who call for longer or harsher sentences against sex offenders need to consider the evidence in this case that Mr Cowan killed Daniel Morcombe to avoid detection and if the sentence for a sex offence is the same as a sentence for murder, my concern is that would act as a perverse incentive to offenders to kill victims,'' she said.
"Killing a victim is worse than sexual offending against a victim and this case is an example of that.
"I just want to ensure that I have said that, so that those who call for greater sentencing of sex offenders have to be aware that this is not an area where there are simple solutions.
``That is not to suggest the courts should or do go easy on sex offenders whose behaviour is of course, entirely abhorrent.''
Justice Atkinson first heard then rejected an application from The Courier Mail and other media to broadcast the sentencing.
The crown prosecution had argued that Cowan should be jailed without parole for longer than the mandatory minimum 15 years.
Jurors on Thursday found the 44-year-old father of three guilty of indecently dealing with 13-year-old Daniel, murdering him and interfering with his corpse after luring him from a Sunshine Coast bus stop on December 7, 2003.
After deliberating for almost eight hours, the jury was discharged on Thursday after reaching a unanimous verdict.
The Courier Mail is now able to reveal Cowan's perverted sexual past, which includes horrific sex attacks on boys in Brisbane and Darwin in 1987 and 1993, for which he served nine years in jail.
During sentencing submissions before Supreme Court justice Rosyln Atkinson, crown prosecutor Michael Byrne QC argued Cowan deserved a longer sentence.
He cited Cowan's previous convictions, which the jury was not told about, including the rape of boys aged six and seven.
But Cowan's defence lawyer, Angus Edwards, argued his client deserved a more lenient sentence because he didn't intentionally kill Daniel.
Daniel's parents Bruce and Denise have tendered victim impact statements describing the anguish of losing their son at the hands of a child molester.
With Cowan present in the courtroom, Denise Morcombe described him as a ``perverted soul'' who underestimated the Morcombe family's drive to catch Daniel's killer.
"That was your mistake, you evil, evil, unhuman thing,'' she wrote.
Cowan isn't listed with the Supreme Court for Friday but a Department of Justice spokesman said the judge would be delivering a sentence.
Originally published asLife sentence for Daniel's killer


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Walk with Lions for local charities
Wexford Lions Club is hitting the highways and byways of the county to raise money for a variety of local community projects.
Their 'Walk for Wexford' takes place over the weekend of August 26 to August 28 and they are inviting the public to join them.
The sponsored walk has been the main fundraiser for Wexford Lions Club for over a decade and has evolved over the years into three quite different routes over the course of a weekend.
The first, on Friday, August 26, starts at 10pm at the Winning Post, Curracloe and leads walkers through the Raven Forest.
On Saturday, August 27, walkers will set off at 10am from the Forestry Carpark (near the Regal Lodge), taking in the Three Rocks, the Quarry and some of the Forestry Road. This is the most challenging walk of the weekend.
The final walk on Sunday again starts at 10am but at medieval Tintern Abbey, traversing through the famous Colclough's Walled Garden and on to Bannow Bay before returning to the Abbey. Each walk will take approximately 2 and a half hours and all are suitable for beginners as well as the more seasoned walker. Walkers can participate in all three walks or just attend one to suit their weekend plans.
President Dan Redmond said: Without the funds raised from the sponsored Walk for Wexford, we as a Club would be unable to deliver a number of the services we currently provide in the local community.'
District Governor Paul Allen said: 'A fundamental principle of Lions Clubs is that all overheads and administration costs are paid by members so that every cent collected can go directly to projects and causes.'
Funds from the Walk for Wexford will assist with a respite weekend for carers in October, provide equipment to local community groups, go toward the Christmas Hamper Appeal and assist in funding a variety of other projects over the next year.
Sponsorship cards are available from club members and at Westgate Design, Main Street.
Walkers are advised to wear suitable footwear and, if attending the night time walk at the Raven, to have a torch. The Walk for Wexford is supported by Wexford Civil Defence and Equine Search & Rescue.
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How to Introduce People
Rick, the real person on whom the character is based, has only ever had two complaints about the comic. One is that he doesn't like it when the character Rick wins, like he does here. He feels that it is not in keeping with the totally fictional character I created (by pretty much watching him live his life and taking notes).
His other complaint was when I once referred to him as having a defeatist attitude. He called me, more than a little irritated, and said, "I'm not a defeatist. I'm just profoundly negative."
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