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Second-seeded Minnesota State women's soccer bested seventh-seeded Northern State 1-0 in a Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference Tournament Quarterfinal match on Wednesday afternoon at The Pitch.
The Maverick (14-3-2, 12-2-1 NSIC) defense, which was led by sophomore defenders Abby Hausken and Morgan Seemuth, and junior defender Abby Nordeen — the reigning NSIC Defensive Player of the Week — held the Wolves (9-9-0, 7-8-0 NSIC) to six shots in the match, including three on goal.
The Minnesota State offense applied pressure in the first half — outshooting Northern State 14-3 in the first 45:00 minutes, but the Mavericks were unable to score before the intermission. The game remained scoreless entering halftime.
The Mavericks, who improved to 9-0-1 in their last 10 matches, broke through when sophomore forward Morgan Cottew scored her team-leading 15th goal of the season — the 24th of her career — in the 68th minute. Cottew is 10th all-time in career goals at Minnesota State. Junior midfielder Jenny Hoerter tallied her fifth assist of the season to extend her point to streak to five matches — the longest active point streak by a Maverick.
The defense did the rest as the Mavericks controlled possession for much of the second half, and freshman goalkeeper Alexa Rabune (7-3-2) made three saves to record her sixth shutout of 2016 — the 10th most by a Maverick in a single season.
Minnesota State outshot Northern State 26-6, including 7-3 in shots on goal.
Senior midfielder Kiana Nickel played her 85th career game to move into a tie with Cassie Weik (2009-12) for the seventh most games played in program history.
Stacy Cavill (7-6-0) made six saves in goal for Northern State.
The Mavericks move on to face the winner of St. Cloud State and Bemidji State in the NSIC Tournament Semifinals on Friday. The time and location of the semifinal match has yet to be determined.


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The £150m Victoria Gate development in Leeds is already 40 per cent let ahead of its opening next autumn as stores rush to grab a space next to one of the biggest John Lewis stores outside London.
The scheme is being billed as the latest piece in the jigsaw of the complete regeneration of Leeds city centre.
Property developer Hammerson said the 34,300 square metre scheme, which is adjacent to Victoria Quarter, will consist of a flagship John Lewis store, a two-street arcade with more than 30 aspirational retailers and restaurants and an 800-space multi-storey car park.
Hammerson said leasing progress is encouraging, with 40 per cent of the retail income let or in solicitors' hands.
Construction work for the first phase started last April following the purchase of Victoria Quarter in 2012.
Following hot on the heels of the success of the £350m Trinity Leeds shopping centre, the scheme is expected to create up to 1,000 construction and 1,000 retail and hospitality jobs.
The new anchor John Lewis will be one of the partnership's largest store outside of London at 255,000 to 260,000 sq ft.
Hammerson said Victoria Gate will be very different to Trinity Leeds, which appeals to a young fashion and mass market audience.
In contrast Hammerson's scheme will be pitched at a higher demographic and is aiming for a similar experience to South Molton Street in London, the upmarket pedestrianised street south of Bond Street in the heart of London's West End.
Hammerson said that John Lewis will bring in shoppers who don't currently shop in Leeds in what is widely known in retail terms as "the John Lewis effect" as the store is so popular with shoppers.
Hammerson has already signed up some upmarket retailers for the arcade, but the names will not be announced for another few weeks.
The group is also asking existing retailers in the Victoria Quarter, which include Ted Baker, Vivienne Westwood, Karen Millen, French Connection, Diesel, Space NK, Hobbs, All Saints, Jigsaw and the first Harvey Nichols store outside London, if they would like to move to bigger premises at Victoria Gate.


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By Jerry Mooney
Since the explosion of the internet, all bets have been off regarding the way we do business. So much of it used to be face to face. The other bits were over the phone. If you wanted to do business internationally, you'd be getting on a lot of planes. Now, if you want to, you can run a business from your basement. You don't even have to get out of your pajamas or have a shower. Still do, though. Seriously.
We are living in a highly interconnected world. And the thing about us being able to do business via the internet is that it still doesn't mean we always should. If part of your business involves buying resources from another country, it is still worth getting on a plane and checking that place out. And for business, you may no longer NEED an office. But some would argue you should still have one.
Reason #1: It Allows People To Come And See You
For some people, this is actually a reason not to have an office. Just sold thousands of watches which have a design fault? That one that makes them go on fire at 11:15am? Maybe you don't want to be found. But if you're looking to make deals, attract publicity and have a presence, having a business base is a good idea.
Reason #2: Building Your Business Is Easier
The one-man band approach to business has become more and more popular, as has the one-woman band. It allows you to travel light, make decisions fast and take a new direction. But sometimes you need to add staff, and although you can run a business working remotely it's not ideal. If you want to have meetings, interview people and maintain a filing system, it's good to have a physical location.
Reason #3: It Helps To Build An Identity
Businesses that are enduringly successful tend to have one thing in common - they are identifiable. People know who you are, what you do and what your "vibe", for want of a better word, is. Having a "team" ethos, getting on with co-workers and being visible works for you. Having an office allows you to foster this ethos.
Reason #4: It Ends Up Paying For Itself
A lot of money can end up being lost to chasing up work from others, breakdowns in communication and traveling to meetings. If you have an office from which to work, there is an initial outlay but it allows the business to be run more efficiently.
Find the right premises, and get them set up for fast internet. Find a few computer desks for sale, decorate the place and hire your staff. Before you know it, you have a vibrant office atmosphere. That helps drive a business.
After all, having offices doesn't mean you always have to work from them. As your business grows, you'll be in a position to work from home and travel the world making deals. Having offices will certainly help you get to that point, though.


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Another revisited topic:
Are hell, heaven, and purgatory real?
Yes, we can definitely say they are…. if we see them as reflecting states and process of the mind.
Hell reflects a hellish state of mind. The mind experiences something and tells itself it's hell. It may be caught in beliefs about a situation, state, or emotion. And it gets caught in blind reactivity to it which is experienced as hellish and may look like getting caught in anger, despair, grief, vengefulness, justification, self-pity, and much more.
Heaven can reflect two different things. One is similar to hell. The mind experiences a pleasant state and tells itself it's good, it's so good it's heaven. It's heavenly. Another is when the mind is able to notice and allow what's here, whatever it is. It's a certain equanimity or contentment, independent of the particular content of experience.
Purgatory is any time an unloved or unquestioned part of ourselves is met in a way that allows for healing. It can happen through noticing and allowing it as is. Or, for instance, inquiring into it. It may be uncomfortable. It can feel like torment. It can feel overwhelming. And yet, because of how it's met – with some noticing, allowing, respect, and patience – it's ultimately healing. It's purifying and can bring us to heaven.
So if someone asks me if I believe in heaven, hell, or purgatory, I'll say yes. But it's a heaven, hell, and purgatory that's right here and we can explore for ourselves right now. We don't need to wait until we die.


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- But we're not smart enough or responsible enough!
- Tapper: Obama regulators cashing in after very little enforcement
State Government, Taxes, Education, Budget Battle
- Senate transportation plan could be amended if tax hike OK'd
- Senate budget adds $1.5 billion to schools without a tax hike
- Senate moves education bills minus standards, accountability
It's The Economy, Unions
- We Are Saved! Cars Sales Are Up!
- Obama administration pushes banks to make home loans to people with weaker credit
- The UAW and Once-Big Three try to exclude Japan from free trade talks
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Budget Battle
- Insurers see way to dodge federal healthcare law next year
- Millions Could Get Surprise Tax Bills Under 'Obamacare' If They Don't Accurately Project Their Income
- Krauthammer: ObamaCare is pretty much destroying the essence of insurance
- It Would Be Easier to List What the Administration Has Delivered "On Time" Than What Is Tardy, N'est Pas?
- Joe Klein: My, the administration is looking pretty incompetent in Obamacare implementation
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Whew….this was a close one friends… when I set up this blog I made the commitment to make at least one post per week. Unfortunately, this has been one of those weeks where nothing has gone right.
Electrical issues meant our dining room light install got delayed. My sewing machine went on the fritz and spent a couple days in the repair shop. Work deadlines kept me tied to my computer into the evening hours and to top it all off, my husband was battling a bout of food poisoning/flu. We all know how men are when they get sick….I believe he might have used the phrase "near death experience" more times than I can count.
All distractions and near death experiences aside, here I am Sunday night and happy to report I did find time to finish a fun project that I had started a few months ago, but never completed.
Back in September I bought this kilim inspired rug and the vintage blush wool blanket at a flea market for $40. The canvas backing and sewn on fringe were instant giveaways the rug was not handmade, but the color and texture were still so beautiful I knew I could make use of it somewhere.
After carrying the rug through every room in the house, I decided I wanted to use the fabric as my anchor point to build our master bedroom decor around. *Disclaimer* The master bedroom is no where near complete, but I know these pillows will look awesome when we finally get there….
All 3 pillows are backed with the blush wool fabric. The cream fabric on the longer lumbar pillow is the canvas rug backer. Because these pillows will not get a lot of wear and tear, I skipped on putting in zippers. It was time and money that was not going to get me much return.
The pillows were a quick 2 hour project and once I finished, I realized I still had plenty of fabric for another project or two. As I brainstormed about how to use the fabric, I started playing with the scraps and decided they would make a very unique and attractive handbag… and that fringe was so great it was begging to be used somewhere!
After settling on the bag idea I decided to buy a commercial pattern to start with. While I prefer to draft my own patterns, sometimes it is easier and more time efficient to work from a pre-made pattern and alter it as needed. I had been looking to purchase a canvas tote bag for awhile, so I was thrilled when I came across this pattern from Green Pepper. I had never sewn with their patterns before, but I would highly recommend them! Super easy to use, and very clear directions.
I chose not to give a full tutorial here as I made a lot of changes to the original pattern as I sewed the bag. I drifted from my original design, but for me that is the beauty of sewing for yourself. You can improvise and alter as you want! While I had hoped to use only materials from the rug, I wanted something beefy for the straps. I came across the faux ostrich leather and just loved the look of it. I used it for the straps, the top binding, and for the bag bottom. My machine did NOT like sewing the faux leather! If I tackle a project like this again I would look at using an industrial machine so that my leather stitching looks a little cleaner.
After finishing the bag I STILL had rug scraps left…at this point it was becoming a challenge to see just how many projects I could make from it! My smaller items always get lost in tote style bags, so a matching zipper pouch seemed like the logical next project. This little pouch will hold an iPhone, some lip gloss, and some cash or debit card. I added the D ring and plan to attach a small leather strap so that this could go in the tote, or on it's own as a small clutch.
Below is a look at everything I was able to make and still have a few usable scraps leftover. I've invested around $75 total between the $40 flea market finds, extra supplies and the faux ostrich leather. I would say that is a pretty good bargain for 3 pillows, a one of a kind tote, and matching zippered accessory pouch!
I am excited to hear your feedback– what do you think of the bag?? Any suggestions for how to use the rest of my fabric scraps??
Here's to getting back on track next week and hopefully up and running on a few more projects to share!


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July 2, 2013
Diet and nutritional counseling should be a universally taught concept, from schools to mainstream television. But since it's far from being that ubiqitous, it might explain why obesity has overtaken the world. It's why we here at Lake Pointe Chiropractic and Wellness Center place an important role in counseling one's diet, even if you might initially think that it only helps one thing: weight loss.
The truth is, once you get motivated to be serious about nutritional counseling, it delves deep into lifestyle habits that can create a much more profound change in your health.
Prevention of Disease
In some cases, you might be doing more than just simply overeating. Your moderate appetite may simply not be getting enough healthy nutrients in your diet. That's where a diet and nutritional counselor can help you delve into every morsel of food you take in every day. Once scoped out, imagine what if could do to change your cholesterol or blood sugar.
Controlling the above two can ultimately prevent heart attacks, strokes, Diabetes, just to name a few. As well, the antioxidants you'll get from eating healthier will prevent many types of cancers. And that ultimately saves not only you money from potential medical bills, it also helps the nation in an overburdened health care market.
More Energy
Don't get stuck into the fad of eating energy bars or other products that promote giving you energy for a number of hours. A truly streamlined diet had during the day will give you all the energy you need to keep you going in your life and career. Much of this can happen by consuming specific fruits, vegetables, nuts, and fish as just part of the plan. And, yes, you can still have healthy snacks or desserts through a moderated approach.
Lose Weight Quicker Than a Fitness Program
Once you work with a nutritional counselor, you'll notice how much your weight will moderate within weeks. This saves you considerable time if you want to lose weight quicker for an important event (e.g. a school reunion). This isn't to say that moderate exercise isn't still important in conjunction with a diet program. Regardless, a fitness regime may be frustrating in the results if you work out after eating unhealthy foods on a regular basis.
Destroying the Myth of Healthy Food Not Tasting Good
A very frustrating problem is in those who think only snacks and other unhealthy foods taste better than healthy food. A nutritional counselor will squash that myth once you get on a diet of eating salmon, pastas, natural concoctions and delicious fruits and vegetables that taste better than anything in your snack aisle. Many people find this out once thoroughly educated on what's really out there.
Contact us to let us help you get on that road to complete wellness. Along with our diet and nutritional counseling, we offer chiropractic treatments, massage therapy, and exercise counseling for wellness or reducing problems in those suffering from chronic pain.This site is for informational and educational purposes only. The information contained herein does not constitute the rendering of chiropractic healthcare advice or the provision of treatment or treatment recommendations. Any chiropractic or other healthcare or healthcare related decision should be made in consultation with your qualified healthcare provider. The information contained on this website has not been evaluated by the FDA. This information is not intended to treat or diagnose any condition.


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It's Heart Health Month, which means it's time to take a closer look at the muscular organ that keeps blood pumping throughout your body. What's good for it? What's bad for it? Let's jump right in!
What can you do to keep your heart healthy?
Exercise benefits your heart in many ways, but two of the most notable are reducing your cholesterol and reducing your blood pressure. Improving your numbers in those areas reduces your risk of heart disease. Exercise, especially from interval training, keeps your heart healthy by providing short bursts of hard activity followed by a brief period of rest. It improves cardiovascular fitness and is considered one of the best forms of exercise.
Have you tried some of the interval training programs Beachbody has to offer?
Quit smoking
If you're smoking, make a commitment to quit today. It's not just bad for your lungs. Smoking damages the lining of your arteries, which can lead to a haert attack or stroke. When you stop smoking, you can exercise harder and longer, which will continue to improve your heart health as well.
You can do it! Replace your old habit with a new, more positive and healthy one.
If you drink, drink only in moderation
Binge drinking can cause irregular heart rythmns called arrythmias. However, even regular alcohol intake can cause a heart attack, stroke, high blood pressure and high triglycerides, among other things. While we've all heard that red wine is good for your heart, it's better to not start drinking if you aren't already doing so.
Examine your alcohol intake. Determine when you have it most often, and why. Stress is often a factor, which exercise can also help with.
Manage stress
Stress is a huge problem, and one that's often overlooked when people discuss heart health. A stressful situation can increase blood pressure. Prolonged stress often inhibits sleep, increases cholesterol, and increases cravings, in addition to increasing your blood pressure. This is a toxic combination for your heart.
Make a commitment today to be aware of your stress levels and how they are affecting your life. What's causing you stress? What can you let go of?


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Mildred Irene Coss passed on to meet her Lord and Savior on April 16, 2018. Mildred was known as Millie by most of her friends and loved ones, but known as "Teacher Grandma" by her grandchildren. Millie was born to the late Charles and Cora Schmitt, on October 20, 1931, in the Mid-West town of Dahlgren, IL. She lived on a farm as a child where she developed a love of fresh sweet corn, and watermelon, and later in life, would have her husband drive for miles to find a farm stand. Her family moved to East St. Louis, where Millie attended St. Mary's Catholic School, and then attended Dupo Highschool in Dupo, Illinois.
Millie was the eldest daughter of six children. Bill, Al, Bob, Tom, and Sandy knew Millie as "Sis" and she helped her parents care for her younger siblings.
Millie was the first in her family to attend college, attending Southern Illinois University (SIU) where she studied and received her bachelor's degree in Primary Education. One of Millie's proudest and fondest memories at SIU was that she was selected by her professors to be one of the young women from SIU to meet and interview Eleanor Roosevelt. While at SIU Millie met the love of her life, Ronald Coss. Millie and Ronald were married in Granite City, IL, on June 20, 1953.
After graduation, Millie landed a job as a teacher, but was subsequently fired from the job when she became pregnant with her first son, David. This set the stage for Millie's efforts to strive to better the lives of women at the workplace.
After the birth of her second and third son, John and Daniel, they moved to Santa Fe, NM to accept teaching positions. They bought their first home in Casa Solana, a new subdivision at that time. Her daughter, Gwen, and fourth son, James where born in Santa Fe.
Millie constantly worked for the betterment of women in the workplace, and was very active in the National Education Association (NEA), the American Association of University Women (AAUW), and the Alter Society for Guadalupe Church.
Millie was one of the first Head-Start Teachers in New Mexico, and taught Kindergarten and First Grade at Kaune Elementary for 30 years. Millie earned a master's degree in Education, graduating from New Mexico Highlands University with honors while teaching full time, maintaining her home, and raising her family.
She was also a wizard at personal finance, and with limited resources, was able to ensure a good education for all five of her children.
Millie was an active Den Mother for Cub Scouts, and arranged multiple arts and crafts events at her home, including a recipe for home-made play dough, that the boys swore was edible. She loved to sing, and was part of Sweet Adelines. Later in life, she became an avid painter; her home, and many of her children's homes are decorated with her artwork. She had many good friends.
Millie and her husband enjoyed traveling in their motor home, visiting Americas national treasures, family, and friends after retirement. They also took a grand trip for their 50th wedding anniversary to England, Wales, and France.
Millie was preceded in death by her brothers William Schmitt, and Albert Schmitt.
Millie is survived by her husband Ron, her brother Robert Schmitt and wife Sandy, her brother Tom Schmitt, her sister Sandy and her husband Robert, as well as many loving nieces and nephews.
Millie is also survived by her sons David, John, Daniel, and James, and daughter Gwen, fifteen grandchildren, and fifteen great-grandchildren. At her 50th wedding celebration, there were many wonderful heart felt speeches of what Millie and Ron had meant in so many people's lives. A recurring theme was the unconditional love and acceptance felt by Millie's children and grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting that donations be made to the Alzheimer's Foundation. www.act.alz.org/donate
A funeral mass will be held at 11:00 am, on Thursday, April 26, 2018 at St. John's Catholic Church, 1301 Osage Avenue, Santa Fe, NM, 87505.


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I am currently jumping around in my room manically, totally delirious with joy from hearing (or more like reading) the news that the Jil Sander for Uniqlo collection would be available in sunny Singapore!
Finally, poor students like moi would be able to afford something from the German designer, whee!!!
I'm just crossing my fingers that I am not disappointed by the collection, the way I was by Kate Moss and Christopher Kane collections for Topshop. Is it just me or are the collections simply just plain boring clothes with a "famous person" label on it in order to jack up the prices?
Cross my fingers and pray hard!! Haha!
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This is their second album, which came out on 15th September 2003 on Troubleman Unlimited and on Blast First. Jagged dance masterpieces and full-throttle bolts of freak-art groove make up At Crystal Palace. The album is a riot of ideas - restless and begging your full attention, both cerebral and visceral. Ambitious but endlessly accessible.
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01 Driving Test
02 Ca Viewing
03 Go To Sleep
04 Retreat ! The Most Familiar
05 Suprise, It's Easter
06 Let's Be Active C/O Club Hott
07 Flippy Flop
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09 Ease On Over
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WITH ITS MILLION DOLLAR VIEW, NEWER KITCHEN, AND TASTEFUL MOUNTAIN DECOR, YOU WILL NOT FIND A MORE ENJOYABLE ONE-BEDROOM RED PINE UNIT AT ANY PRICE. BEST VIEW IN COMPLEX and HASSLE-FREE DIRECT CONDO CHECK-IN.
Wake up in your Alpine bed to one of the most beautiful mountain views your heart will always remember. Looking out the bedroom and living room windows, you will see snow-capped mountain peaks in the winter, and painted ponies grazing on grasses and wild flowers in the summer. As skiers and hikers, we fell in love with the Canyons area in Park City and thus purchased a unit with the best mountain-resort view the Red Pines has to offer. Although other GOLD-rated units exist at Red Pine, ours is the only 1-bedroom Red Pine condo ever to receive a GOLD rating by ResortQuest, our former management company. Our low rates make this lovely 1-bedroom unit a terrific value...we are confident you will agree.
Enjoy comfy new Serta iSeries Hybrid mattress. Remodeled and upgraded, our unit features custom furniture, lighting, full-size appliances, lovely bedroom linens and window treatments. You will enjoy the original artwork, comfy leather sleeper-sofa (new 2016 Memory-Foam Mattress) and futon love-seat with ottoman. Shimmering maple kitchen cabinets sit atop a great looking tile floor. The kitchen table can expand to seat 6 people. The fully stocked kitchen has everything you'll need to prepare that gourmet meal, including a rack with over 16 spices!
Our chalet is very close to the Clubhouse and located a short 1-minute walk to the tennis courts, two pools (1 heated year round), large hot-tub, and laundry facilities. You can walk to the Canyons' Cabriolet (known as the 'People Mover') or take one of the FREE and frequent shuttles to the Canyons' lifts (we're at the base), Park City Mountain Resort, Deer Valley Resort or Historic Main Street.
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Plex is a very great media player available across many different platforms. You can install the Plex Media server in Ubuntu as well as many other Linux operating systems. The great thing about the plex media server is that it gives you the easiness of taking your music or anything that you play on your media player with you wherever you go.
You can store your playlists which will have songs and many other things that you want and you can easily take it to wherever you go. May it be your favorite songs, movies or any other media that you might like. Plex Media server is a media server as well as a media center for your Ubuntu.
You can easily carry it with yourself to wherever you go. It means that you won't have to worry about your songs or favorite media in case you are going somewhere else or if you don't have the access to the mobile phone because you lost it.
It is where the Plex Media Server comes in handy and can make your life very comfortable and easy.
The Plex Media Server needs the plex client usually to connect to it in order to access all the data. The client can be also called as the plex media player. The player is the client which connects to the media server and can fetch or store data in it. You can use it for the retrieval of your songs and storing of your songs etc. You can also use to store or fetch any media that you might want to have when you are travelling.
Before telling you the tutorial of how to install the Plex Media Server in Ubuntu, let me tell you the system requirements that it needs.
System Requirements of Plex Media Server for Ubuntu :
You should have Ubuntu 14.04 or newer. It will work on the recent versions of Ubuntu.
You should have at least 1 GB or more RAM.
Getting Started :
Before, you continue to install the plex media server on Ubuntu, you need to have the dependencies list satisfied for it. Don't worry, Ubuntu already have the dependencies in its repos so you are fine to just go forward and continue with the installation.
How install Plex Media Server?
Now, it's really easy. The conventional method if you are not very used to Linux and terminal, you can just go the plex website and download it from there. You can go to this link and download the .deb file from there.
Also, another way can be to download it through terminal which the shell lovers may want to do.
So, launch a terminal in your Ubuntu.
Copy and paste the following command in your terminal.
wget https://downloads.plex.tv/plex-media-server/184.108.40.20634-995f1dead/plexmediaserver_184.108.40.20634-995f1dead_amd64.deb
This command will download the deb file directly from the terminal and save it in the current working directory.
Install Gdebi for installing .deb files :
You can use the usual dpkg -i command for installing this .deb command but if you want something which is more user friendly, then download Gdebi. It is actually a graphical .deb files install for Linux operating systems and is mainly used in Debian and its derivatives. Since, Ubuntu is based on Debian too so you can use that.
So, open a terminal. Then, type the following command in it to download and install gdebi :
sudo apt-get install gdebi
After gdebi is installed. Double click on the .deb file of the plex media server that you downloaded earlier and a graphical window will open. It will check for dependencies of it and then you will have the option to install that .deb file. Just simple click on the install button on the right side.
After that, it will install it. You will have your Plex Media Server installed then.
Then, there comes the configuration of your Plex Media Server.
I will make another tutorial for setting up and configuring the Plex Media Server in Ubuntu so that you can know how to make it work.


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A Trip to the Bush
Veronica wanted to go for a little drive where we might take some pictures. So I decided we could drive up into the bush to Baie Jeanne, the southern most point of Lake Temagami.
It was a busy traffic filled day! There was one vehicle that passed us going the other way in our 30 mile trip. We stopped whenever we felt like it and took some pictures of wild flowers, trees and lakes.
I thought we might even find the courage for a little skinny dipping in a secuded spot. But alas, it did not happen. I think the mosquitoes and black flies discurage the Alabaman (a.k.a. the fair Floridian). We shall save that adventure for the river on the farm where one can quickly retreat to bug free shelter.
It was on our outing that we saw the deer in the previous posting. We also saw a bear on the road but were not fast enough to get a picture. It would have been nice to see a moose or the Bald Eagle I know nests up that way. It was on this road a few years ago I saw a lynx which is quite unusual as they are usually nocturnal.
Well here we are! She made me do it. I am not fond of having my picture taken as my exterior image of myself does not match my interior. The pictures never seem right. It is a nice picture of Veronica, I think. In the background is Baie Jeanne, in part. Lake Temagami is a lovely large lake. It is a great trout fishing lake with deep cold water but there are also plenty of other varieties of fish.
There are camps and cottages on the lake . They are only allowed on the islands as a precaution against forest fires. As a result the shoreline is well treed with magnificent un disturbed forests of largely evergreens. Logging is not permitted near the shore to interrupt the skyline around the lake.
Here is the road into the bush near Baie Jeanne. By local standards it gets a lot of traffic as there is a boat ramp for fishermen at the end of the road. Even I was surprised on a Sunday afternoon there were only two parties fishing on the lake and about 6 trailers left there for campers to return another day.
I love the old growth forest. The large Red and White pines dominate. They are the most valuable trees. There are many other in this Saint Lawrence Lowland Mixed Bush Forest. Just north of here it transitions into the Boreal Forest. There are Jack Pine, Spruce (White and Black) , Balsam, Tamarack,Birch (white and Yellow) Maple, Red Oak, and others but these named are the commercial varieties of trees. Some of the large White and Red Pines are as old as 250 years. Usually they are considered mature at 150 years. It is sad to see them harvested for timber as the forest will never fully recover. Often plantations of trees replace forests with all their varieties of trees, plants and animals and even micro organism. A true forest is a vast living organism of organisms. Human interference diminishes it greatly.
I love pictures of lakes where the forest reflects on the water. Our country is a land of forest and water. There are more lakes than we have names for. I recently read, the city of Sudbury has 200 lakes within its boundaries. I wonder if there is any other city with as many. Parts of northern Canada is more water than land. With 1/4 of all the world's fresh water we have a precious resource in deed. Sadly, we abuse is terribly but it is not too late to do better and celebrate its life giving value.
For my American readers, most land around here is Crown Land. Technically it belongs to the Queen. In reality it belongs to all of us. The use of it is by permit and the multiple demands on it must be taken into account: mining, prospecting, logging, trapping, resorts, wilderness travelling, nature loving, hunting, fishing etc. Most lakes and rivers do not have cottages or camps on them. One can camp on crown land outside of organized parks, anywhere and for free.
I love being able to easily find a lake or river to paddle on where there is no other person within ear shot. It is a sacred feeling to be alone in a wild spot with only the sound of the loon, the dip of a paddle and the breeze through the trees. On a clear night with the heaven exposed in all its glory and depth it is even more overwelming and awe expiring. It so reminds us that we are pilgrims passing through this World.
We are failing in our responsibility to be stewards of Nature that has so lovingly managed to sustain us. It is time for the debt to be repaid.


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A stroll along Paseo de la Reforma, the main boulevard in Mexico City's center, is an exercise in window shopping. Between American- and European-style coffee shops, travel agencies and chain restaurants, you will pass shopping malls and specialty stores sporting expensive brands of clothing, shoes and gadgets. Indeed, 21st-century consumerism in the more affluent neighborhoods of this nation's capital is on par with its European and U.S. counterparts.
Few Mexicans 30 and younger will remember that barely two generations ago this material extravagance for the middle and upper classes was virtually unknown. Before 1994, the year Mexico, the United States and Canada signed the North American Free Trade Agreement, everyone but the wealthiest Mexicans, who were able to go on overseas shopping sprees, was deprived of such luxury.
Nafta has been the world's most valuable trade deal, and its consequences are more deeply felt in Mexico than in the United States or Canada. Not only did Mexico's urban middle class gain access to a wide range of new products and retailers, the country's low-wage labor force and proximity to the enormous U.S. and Canadian markets transformed its economy into a cheap, export-oriented manufacturing powerhouse.
Before 1994, the year Nafta was signed, everyone but the wealthiest Mexicans, who were able to go on overseas shopping sprees, was deprived of such luxury.
Small wonder, then, that Mexican officials tensely awaited Aug. 16, when talks to renegotiate Nafta began in the wake of Donald J. Trump's election as U.S. president. On the campaign trail, the real estate mogul had railed against Nafta. Candidate Trump blamed the treaty for a multi-billion-dollar trade deficit and the loss of manufacturing jobs that closed factories in the United States and devastated the Midwest.
The new U.S. president has repeatedly threatened to pull out of Nafta. He did so once again on Aug. 27, tweeting that it was the "worst trade deal ever made" and threatening to "terminate" it because both Mexico and Canada are "being very difficult" in the renegotiating process. Mr. Trump has also threatened U.S. manufacturers considering a move to Mexico with tariffs of up to 35 percent on their products.
Such language unnerved the government of President Enrique Peña Nieto back in January, but much has changed since. Encouraged by the perceived weakness of a White House plagued by scandals, infighting and with no major legislative success to speak of, Mexican officials went into the trade talks with an air of cautious optimism. Instead of fearing what it might lose, Mexican negotiators are now looking what they stand to gain from an updated Nafta.
"I certainly believe there are opportunities for us to renegotiate Nafta in such a way that it will be beneficial to our country," one federal official with knowledge of the trade talks said, asking to remain anonymous to speak freely about the subject. "We have excellent negotiators, and there are elements of the treaty that are outdated and could be improved."
The stakes are high for Mexico. According to the U.S. Trade Representative's office, bilateral trade between the United States and Mexico was worth a whopping $525 billion last year, with Mexico importing $231 billion in U.S. goods while exporting to $294 billion in Mexican goods northward.
While failed Nafta talks could be catastrophic for Mexico, there are also areas in which it stands to gain if its trading relationship with the United States sours. Mexico has continued a rapid integration into the global economy in the past three decades as a champion of commerce with more than 50 other free trade agreements. That should strengthen its position in the upcoming Nafta renegotiations.
And the renegotiation is not without risk to the United States. According to the Mexico Institute at the Wilson Center, a nonpartisan think tank in Washington, while Nafta has been a contributor to job losses in the United States, along with the economic opening of China and changing technologies, it has also been a job creator, responsible for a net gain of 4.9 million U.S. jobs.
While failed Nafta talks could be catastrophic for Mexico, there are also areas in which it stands to gain if its trading relationship with the United States sours.
"Mexico is part of a fully integrated global economy at this point, not just with the U.S., but also with Japan, while it's also getting closer to China," said Vice President Eric Farnsworth of the Council of the Americas, a Washington-based think tank. "Their interests are the same as ours, and they're very interested in issues like electronic commerce, intellectual property and maintaining open markets for their products in order to attract the investment they need."
In recent months, many key players in Mexican agriculture have said that the renegotiations are a chance to modernize a sector that is generally seen as one of the losers of the original treaty. Unable to compete with its technologically superior and highly subsidized northern counterparts, Mexican agriculture lost up to two million jobs after Nafta came into force. Especially in the poorer states in southern Mexico, the countryside emptied out as millions migrated to the cities or the United States looking for work.
Most experts agree, however, that Mexico's energy sector stands to gain most from a revamped trade deal. Mexico is currently in the process of opening its energy market to foreign investment after running Pemex as a state-owned energy monopoly since the nationalization of its oil wealth in 1938. A revamped Nafta could boost that reform.
"The integration of the energy sector into Nafta would clearly be a gain for Mexico, which, until now, wasn't possible because of previous constitutional prohibitions," Mr. Farnsworth said.
Another reason for Mexican businesses and officials to be optimistic about a revamped Nafta are the credentials of its negotiators. On July 31, the government announced that it had named Kenneth Smith, then the director of the Nafta trade office at the Mexican embassy in Washington, as its chief negotiator for the trade talks. Praised by many as a skilled and experienced negotiator, Mr. Smith was a member of the original team that worked on Nafta in the early 1990s.
"He's been working with us since 1993," Economy Minister Ildefonso Guajardo told Reuters on July 31. "He's had a long career working on trade, having passed through the Economy Ministry and the Agriculture Ministry."
Manuel Molano, an economist at the Mexican Competitiveness Institute, agrees with Mr. Guajardo. "Donald Trump has said ad nauseam that Mexico has better negotiators, and he's right," he told America, adding, however, that the negotiations go beyond the two teams currently involved in the conversations. "This is also a matter of diplomacy between mayor and mayor, governor and governor, businessman and businessman, on both sides of the border."
Before the first round of negotiations started, some observers believed Mexico had already started from a winning position; contrary to Mr. Trump's recent threats, the initial negotiations did not include the subject of tariffs, which would be unacceptable for Mexico.
"The fact that tariffs haven't been put on the discussion table and that a free market will be maintained means that Mexico already won 50 percent," said Gabriel Casillas, the president of the Mexican Institute of Executives and Finance in July. "It's probable that there will be holes in the ground during the renegotiating process, but it'll eventually reach a safe haven."


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Current and past residencies Spring 2018
Bethany Arts (Ossining, NY) 8 week 3rd-4th grade afterschool residency, final performance June 8, 2018
CUMBIA FOR ALL @ Tremont Ave Senior Center in the Bronx
PS 20 (lower east side Manhattan) 1st grade TBMS community program residency
PS 349 (Jamaica, Queens) K-2 grade TBMS community program residency
Upcoming 2019
92nd St. Y Musical Introduction Series, March 2019
November-February Spence Lower School 3rd grade 8-week residency
Sleepy Hollow High School 8 week residency with ENL and heritage students
"ROOTS-Explore and create through Latin music, technology, theater, and movement"-September 2019
(made possible with funds from the Decentralization Program (DEC), a regrant program of the NY State Council on th Arts with the support of Governor Andrew Cuomo and the NYS Legislature and administrated by ArtsWestchester)
Fall-Winter 2017-2018
Spence lower school 3rd grade (upper east side Manhattan)-month long biweekly residency-Jan 10-Feb 14
Brooklyn Friends lower school assembly-Nov 29th
PS 267 (E. 63rd, Manhattan) 2nd grade residency, 12 weeks-Sept-Jan
PS 20 (lower east side Manhattan) 2nd grade residency-Jan 30th-
PS 49 South Bronx-K-3rd grade workshops, March 26th
Spring-Summer 2017:
August 1-Brick Church School summer program children's presentation (upper east side Manhattan)
July-Tarrytown Multi-Arts Camp Latin Music Afternoons-FULL
June 19-Spence School Spanish intensive interactive performance workshop
June 17-Cumbia for Kids interactive performance at Stepping Stones Museum in Norwalk, CT
PS 20/NYC Lower East Side: 8 week residency 1st grade, final performance April 7, 2017
PS 267-E. 63rd St., Mid-east side Manhattan
8-week residency with two 3rd grade classes, and three 2nd grade classes
April 28th, 2017-Flushing Town Hall School Concerts-, 2017 SOLD OUT
April 7-Final performance PS 20 Lower East Side/TBMS school residency
April 5, 9am-11am-Flushing High School Cumbia for ALL music and dance performance-
(visit our Folklore Urbano events page)
Fort Independence Community Center in the BRONX-Final performances June 29th, ArtsLatinoNY and Fort Independence Community center
an "ArtsLatinoNY" 3 month residency to present Folklore Urbano's Cumbia for ALL residency in conjunction with theater workshops by ID Studio Theater.
Past events:
Summer 2016
–Spence school performance workshop in Manhattan as a part of their summer Spanish immersion program-June 21st
–Louis Armstrong-Wonderful World festival in Flushing Meadow Park, July 16th, 2016:
"Family tent"-interactive performance workshop
–Latin Music afternoons @ Multi Arts Camp/Tarrytown/Sleepy Hollow, NY, July 11-30th
Visit: http://www.tarrytownartscamp.com for info on how to sign up!
Past Residencies 2016:
Final residency concert June 3rd, 9-11:15 am
PS 20-Essex St. LES NYC
8 week-residency and final concert
Other past residencies:
PS 267/NYC: 12 week residency, Final performance February 1, 2017
PS 59-8-week residency with Kindergarten classes
PS 267-8-week residency with 2nd and 3rd grade classes
PS/IS 217-8-week residency with 3rd-5th grade classes, in-school and afterschool programs-9 consecutive years
Past Performances:
–Brick Church School-interactive performances-June 15, 2016
E. 92nd St., New York, NY
–White Plains elementary assembly/Westchester, NY
-Elisabeth Morrow School/NJ
-Avenues the World School/NYC


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Subject: Battle Royale
Sun Jul 18, 2010 1:11 am
Opening posts, getting ready to broad the coach to go on the trip, everyone other than Rain will be here, if you have any questions ask them in the OOC thread. You can try and show your relationships to the other characters and your friendship groups (NPCs as well if you want) but don't take too long doing so, you can try a slim it down to just picking someone to sit next to on the coach.
It was a mellow Autumn Evening. The leaves were golden brown and falling gently with the breeze, so far it had been a long day with school as normal but it wasn't going to be ending any time soon. Roxanna stood alone with a gaggle of other students next to the gate, unlike everyone else she was extremely worried about it rather than excited. She's never been away before, not like this. Just down the road a large coach was parked, the driver smoking a cigarette. It was the class trip to Kyoto, pretty far away and it meant they would be driving until late morning. It was also Roxanna's first over night trip anywhere. Last year she had convinced herself not to go, and her junior graduation trip, well she wasn't at school back then because. Just because. So she was understandably more nervous than normal. That made it a small wonder that she was able to stand up at all.
She was dressed in her uniform just like everyone else, black socks and shoes, chequered blue on blue pleated skirt, a black single breasted blazer and a white shirt with a blue chequered bow. Back a bare inch from the schools wall she stood with her shoulders slumped, a bag slung over one shoulder and her satchel clutched in her right hand. Eyes on the ground as she tried to convince herself that this was a good idea. Her hair was as normal the only thing that really made much of an impression, tiny ginger stripes in a mass of flat black hair. Bangs over her forehead, the top of the back pulled together with a clip while the rest hung loosely between her shoulder blades. The voices of the others washed past her, Roxanna focused in her own little world.
When it finally came time to get on board she waited, not wanting to get in anyone's way. Though she wanted to sit on her own somewhere near the front she didn't mind really. All she planned on doing the whole way was reading anyway. With slow steps she made her way closer, occasional glances at the people around her, others that seemed to be waiting rather than boarding right away.
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Sun Jul 18, 2010 2:08 am
Noboru was leant against the school wall idly flicking through a rather informative guide book on there destination. He was far enough away from the gate as to avoid unwanted attention from the section of the class that had taken it upon itself to "Take him down a peg or two." He glanced in the direction of the group and saw that they were forming up to get into the coach. Noboru put away the guide book and picked up his bag, making his way towards the gate.
He spotted Roxanna, the silent and solitary young woman Noboru shared the dubious honour of sharing top marks in the class with. She was hovering near the back of the queue, waiting for everyone else to take there seats before she decided on her own placement.
Looks like she's got the right idea, maximise your chance of avoiding unsavoury elements.
He took up position not too far from the young woman and shuffled forward as the throng in front of him slowly made its way from chaos into the order of the coaches seating.
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Subject: Re: Battle Royale
Mon Jul 19, 2010 1:43 am
Shinoda leaned against the bus, smoking a cigarette with the bus driver. Some people gave him strange looks as they entered the coach, but most didn't pay any attention to him. Smoking on school grounds was a normal activity for Shinoda, and he had so much dirt on the students and faculty, that no one dared challenge him on it.
The driver finished off his cigarette and flicked the remnants into the grass. "I guess it's that time. huh?" Shinoda asked him, exhaling smoke as he talked.
The driver grunted in agreement and left to take his seat. Shinoda stamped his now spent cigarette into the ground and followed suit. As he moved to enter the bus, he noticed two of the school's top overachievers, Roxanna Hollis and Noboru Saita, moving slowly toward the bus as they stared at the people in front of them.
"Guys this isn't rocket science, you move forward like you're actually excited about this lame field trip, get on the bus, plant your ass on a seat, and work on the homework you brought with you."
He brushed passed them and entered the bus, taking a seat in the back. Once seated, he pulled out his portable media player and started listening to music.
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Mon Jul 19, 2010 3:41 am
OOC: For all intents and purposes Graham will be my 'NPC' of sorts so I wont be mentioning him much at this point. Also PS: Nothing personal Black lol
The entire idea of a field trip was one huge drag. Kadeem would have rather spent the following days at home swimming or running. Something of the sort. Hell even doing some writing on the sorry excuse for a novel would have been easier to swallow than this. He'd be spending a majority of the time on a bus packed with others. That in itself was not the problem. What bothered the young man the most would have to be the sitting part. The not doing anything part. The coach was before them and people had already began to pile in and take their seats. Kadeem stood for a brief second in order to kind of give everyone an eyeball and make sure he wouldn't spending the long trip next to someone annoying. He noticed a couple kids hanging back. His eyes darted almost immediately toward Roxanna Hollis, though he did not stare for long. Kadeem had always thought she was rather cute for being one of the 'nerds' or whatever you wanted to call them. All the same, he didn't have the guts to come right out and admit that. So his eyes kept moving and he Shinoda boarding the bus as well.
Son of a bitch... I definitely don't want to get stuck next to that asshole.
So he too would hang back for a brief moment at least long enough to not get stuck next to the well known drug dealer.
Staring at the forming line, Kadeem reached back to scratch at his ponytail of dreadlocks. His eyes caught instantly with one other boys. The kid was only a year older than him but just as athletically inclined. Graham Blair didn't hold his gaze for long and shuffled onto the transportation method right behind Shinoda, and took the first seat he could find which happened to be right behind the driver and next to a window. Kadeem never really had liked that kid. There wasn't much to like for that matter: he hardly ever spoke to anyone. He seemed like another pompous asshole.
Don't want to get stuck next to him either, so.. I guess I'll keep waiting.
He stood back with his arms crossed and shot another quick glance at Roxanna. He was shook out of it by the calling of some of his Physical Education buddies, telling him to hurry up and get to the back of the bus with them. He cracked a smile and said,
"Yeah be right there,"
before stepping to catch up to them and board.
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Tue Jul 20, 2010 9:04 pm
Jude let out a groan as he stepped up into the bus, his grey eyes drooped and showing off a clear feeling of annoyance with this entire trip. He'd much rather be at home now, playing the new MMO he had bought the other day, but no, he was being forced to go on this boring school trip. So, with his small plastic bag in hand, Jude stepped down the aisle of the bus and found an empty seat, flopping down on the bench seat and almost opting to stretch out across it, were it not for the sea of students still arriving on-board. Sitting with his head pressed against the window, he had wished he had brought something to do instead of just a sandwich and a can of cola, but in his rush to get out the door this morning, he had not, and he knew he was going to pay for it in the long run. Staring at the familiar school grounds outside, the cold glass of the window chilling his cheek, Jude waited for someone to sit next to him, hoping that it would at least be someone as chatty as he was.
Alistair Judge forced his way through the line-up of students waiting to get on the bus, his cold look discouraging the meeker students and his somewhat mysterious reputation discouraging the ones who may want to get tough with him. He had been held back a year for some form of conduct against the school code of ethics, and to most who knew of him, he was probably the least likely person to get in trouble in any way other than on purpose, though what it was that he did exactly no one knew. Nevertheless, no one said anything as he made his way onto the bus and placed himself next to the known school drug-dealer, Shinoda, without so much as a glance or a word to the man. Pushing his glasses to his face, Alistair pulled a small book from inside his coat and popped it upon to the marked page and began to read. He hadn't brought much else, just some rice-cakes and bottled water, as well as a ball point pen, just in case. His eyes scanned the pages of the book slowly, every couple of minutes the page flipping over to the next as the boy sat there, waiting for this trip to be over.
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Subject: Re: Battle Royale
Wed Jul 21, 2010 7:53 pm
Roxanna stiffened as that guy brushed past her. She didn't like him, he was mean. A simplistic outlook but Roxanna wasn't all that capable of dissecting why people did things and didn't really have the willpower to hate someone. All she could really place was that he was mean and she should stay away from him. She tried to stay away from most people though so that was nothing new. Making sure not to get in anyone's way she slowly slipped onto the coach and moving meekly she took a seat in an empty pair. Slipping herself against the window Roxanna looked out for a few seconds before removing a book from her bag. Moments later she had dived into it, to escape the real world as well as take up her time. A normal activity for her, just be quiet and be forgotten about.
Fen had settled in next to her best friend and was quite engaged in chatting about the trip. It was very pretty this time of a year and school trips were always fun. Romance, gossip and even the chance to sneak off in a strange city. Not the best mindset for the class president but she was still herself even if she was someone people were meant to look up to.
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Subject: Re: Battle Royale
Wed Jul 21, 2010 10:31 pm
Noboru wasn't the least bit surprised when Shinoda made a nasty remark to him and Roxanna as he went past.
It's scum like you that are the reason I'm hanging back.
A smile came to his lips as he said to himself in a tone of dismay loud enough to be heard by those around him.
"Homework he says? I'm too busy working on Mr Tokomane's lesson plan for next week."
This remark elicited a chuckle from those who were from the small group of classmates he had befriended and glares from those who disliked him. He shook his head as he followed Roxanna onto the coach.
It's amazing how much animosity a studious nature can bring you.
Noboru spotted Genji, one of his closer friends gesturing to him from the row behind the one Roxanna now occupied. He slipped into the seat as Genji said.
"What kept you?"
Noboru grabbed a pack of sweets from his bag and passed them to Genji
"Fear of being surrounded by the hate brigade"
His freind gave him a knowing smile as he passed him back the now open sweet bag and they settled in for the long trip.
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Subject: Re: Battle Royale
Sat Jul 24, 2010 9:13 pm
Alistair Judge, the new transfer student, took the seat next to Shinoda and proceeded to pull out a book and read. Still listening to music, Shinoda rolled his eyes. He would have preferred to sit by himself - which normally happen, but Alistair wasn't bothering him, so Shinoda decided not to boot him out of the seat. He did close his eyes though, in an effort to block out Judge and everyone else on the bus.
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Subject: Re: Battle Royale
Fri Jul 30, 2010 4:20 am
Arms folded and head lowered, Kane couldn't help but grin at the entertainment in front of him. He was sure being involved in said interactions was different, and he wasn't sure what kind of different. People outside his immediate family were just too confusing too him, though he didn't do much of a better job understanding them either. A majority of his life was lived in isolation, with very little actually sticking to him. The things that did would cause others to mark him as deranged. Something that confused him a bit. He was always told to enjoy what he wants too, but he was berated for them nonetheless, much like the two students who were just made fun of. The aggressive one took his seat not too far from Kane, a situation Kane deemed could teach him something. Plus it would possibly put him in favor with others, and their respect could him could easily be used to further himself as they were deemed the smart bunch.
And once their usefulness expires...? Kane questioned himself within the confides of his mind. "
Lingering attachments to those who offer nothing is being anchored to the ocean floor..
".Kane mumbled quietly, it was a saying he adopted from when his parents split. He never bothered to look into it, and just took his father's word. Folding his arms, he leaned over a few seats and nudged the one called Shinoda. He waited for him to take off his earphones before continuing. In his mind he was going over responses over and over. Should a fight break out there seem to be a nice compliment of athletes here... Kane thought. Surely they'd come help me if I looked defenseless. Maybe I can learn something from that too. Kane's lips curved into a grin.
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Subject: Re: Battle Royale
Sat Jul 31, 2010 11:01 pm
As of right now all students are on the coach and it is under way, in this round you can post an action or talk to someone but don't expect a response unless they come after you in the posting order. At the end of your post all characters are unconscious, then the more fun bit begins.
Roxanna sat neatly against the window with a chemist book on her lap, eyes flicking through the content at quite a speed.
The chlorate anion is the chlorine atom is in the +5 oxidation state, it is used in a range of products but is most common in herbicides It carries with it the same precautions as other choline chlorine oxides
It wasn't all that important but she wanted to make sure she knew it, it just might come up in a lesson and she wanted to make sure she didn't seem stupid by not knowing it. She lived most of her life making sure it seemed like she knew everything she needed to know, partly as she felt it was expected but it provided her a useful social escape route. Roxanna didn't have to talk to anyone if she was locked in her room with books all around her. It was a slow process that she started to nod off to. First finding it harder to concentrate then slowly her head fell against the clod window with light breaths making her chest move a little. Her book still open in her lap.
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Sorry, I had to go away for the weekend... And the week before that. So, I didn't get the time to post. Consider me last in the posting order, and my next post will be that of Mayumi drifting off.
Mayumi Suzugawa (Female Student No. 14) didn't seem to mind the whole bus thing. In fact, she was the first one of her group of friends to board the coach. Sitting in the very back with a window seat, she casually sprawled herself over the back of the seat in front of her, joking with the guy sitting there.
She flipped her electric-blue streaked bangs from her eyes with an easy toss of her head. The volume on the bus was gradually increasing as their voices rose. Guess 'Teach wasn't aboard yet. Oh well. Didn't matter much to Mayumi, who was actually managing to have a good time so far, with her crowd. She spotted Kadeem making his way toward them and waved him over to the mass of kids at the back of the bus. There was 6 of them in their athletic crowd, and they pretty much all knew each other.
"Hey." Was her casual call to him, with a wave. She met his eyes long enough to smile briefly, then she went back to joking around with the guy in front of her.
Gradually, though, as the ride dragged on a bit more, Mayumi found herself getting more and more quiet. She let her gaze pass over the people on the bus for a moment, before giving up the sights of the crowded charter for the outside world. Every car they passed, she could name, and it was almost like a sort of game for her when she got bored... Or some way to pass the time until she could jump in on the next joke.
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Noboru talked to Genji while idly flicking through the guide book and occasionally dipping into the packet of sweets they shared. He looked up to find Genji twisted round in his seat, looking towards the back of the bus where the noise level was quite high. Noboru frowned trying to figure out what his friend was up to, until he saw the brightly streaked hair of Mayumi Suzugawa. With a sigh he dropped back into his seat and tapped Genji on the shoulder.
"Still entranced by her then? You confessed to her and she turned you down, you tried to impress her and you failed. There's not much more you can do, Mark it up to experience and move on."
Genji slumped back in his seat evidently unhappy with Noboru's assessment of his situation.
"It's probably true but what gives you the right to dish out romantic advice? It's not like your Mr popular yourself"
Noboru chuckled.
"Just because I'm discreet doesn't mean I'm not in a relationship. I happen to be on quite friendly terms with a young woman down the street from me that I tutor in..... in...."
Suddenly Noboru's vision started to swim and he lost his train of thought, slowly slipping into an unwilling unconscious.
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With more hesitance than usual, Azure Du Fleurre had been seated in the back of the coach with her right hand pressed to the window beside her. Each finger pressing to the glass, she seemed to be gazing out almost lost in the glass reflecting her own visage. She had been extra careful this morning to wake up on time for this event, and she had been even more careful in concern to packing for this whole event. Ever since she had been transferred to this school Azure had picked up on the role of loner. No one really spoke to her out of contempt for how unusual her appearance was. Azure looked fairly masculine; the only way people could really tell she was a girl was by either her legal papers which stated she was female, or if they really did stare at her long enough to tell she was female. That was usually fairly difficult to do, since her legal papers were only available to someone who had authority to look at them, and only her family and school proctors had the ability to do that.
Azure had been more than annoyed to know she couldn't fence anymore. She had to cancel most of her tournaments in France to be here, and over here there wasn't much she could do here to make up for the loss of fencing. She usually spent all of her time sitting around and studying. She missed the feeling of adrenaline and the intense emotions scorching her body whenever she knew that a competitors rapier was out to strike her with its tip. Azure hesitantly let her nails rake down the window, not scratching the smooth surface, but she could feel the glass lightly against her fingertips.
She felt very hazy, suddenly. A soft yawn escaped her lips, and she had to fight to keep her eyes open.
What is wrong with me?
she thought, a frown replacing her prior more emotionless features. Her eyes became partly lidded, and she felt her vision blurr. Something was terribly wrong if she was having trouble even staying up. Within a moment, her eyes slid close, and her hand fell from its position against the window and onto her own lap; her body immediately slumping against the seat, signalling Azure had faded from being conscious and into her subconscious.
With her pink hair let lose, Michiko was almost excitedly holding her cellphone in her lap, and texting one friend or another. The school trip was the most exciting thing to happen to her all month. She had been up extra early to fix her hair and her makeup. At once, her phone flashed, and she at once knew that Shizu had texted her back. Michiko quickly opened the text, and smiled at the cocky reply. Her friend hadn't been coming on the trip since she caught the stomach flu. Michiko would have stayed to help, but she knew she had to go on the trip or she'd never forgive herself. Her seat in the middle of the coach was empty, leaving the usually free space beside herself, and she was almost relieved that she had that space. Usually, when people sat beside her, they were fairly rude because of her personality being somewhat difficult to mesh with, or just too nice. Not only that, but she didn't know many of the people here.
She was going to click on the reply button on her pink mobile phone, but some sudden wave of tiredness washed over her. She brought one hand to her mouth and politely yawned, her eyes closing for that moment.
"I feel so sleepy,"
she mumbled. However, she could barely keep her eyes open. Turning to press the left side of her face against the seat, and she hesitantly let her eyes slip closed. Maybe someone would wake her up should they arrive sooner...
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Australia refuses to rule out Fiji sanctions
Australia on Saturday refused to rule out imposing trade sanctions against Fiji if the South Pacific nation did not return to democracy.world Updated: Apr 11, 2009 10:55 IST
Australia on Saturday refused to rule out imposing trade sanctions against Fiji if the South Pacific nation did not return to democracy.
Trade Minister Simon Crean said President Ratu Josefa Iloilo had clearly defied the law by reappointing military chief Commodore Voreqe Bainimarama as interim prime minister, whose government was on Thursday declared illegal.
Iloilo set off fresh turmoil Friday by repealing the constitution, sacking the judiciary and setting a September 2014 deadline for elections to restore democracy.
"All the president's done is tear up the constitution ... clearly he's acting in defiance of the law," Crean told reporters.
"It is getting to the stage of simply determining things day by day and this can't be good for stability, it can't be good for the future of Fiji, it can't be good for its people." Crean said Fiji was facing expulsion from the 16-member Pacific Islands Forum, of which Australia is part, and Australian Associated Press said he refused to rule out sanctions.
"This is a matter for consideration down the track," he said on the question. "I think that the urging for the moment is for the government and the new administration to declare its intentions to return to democracy," he added.
The latest developments have been condemned by the United Nations, the Commonwealth and governments around the world.
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As most college students will tell you, anything helps. Any sort of money they can get – whether it be scholarships, grants, or even presents from the grandparents – go a long way in helping them afford college costs. So when the Cranston Memorial Fund said this year that once again they'll give out $1,000 interest-free loans for each year of college, 17 former Cranston high schoolers lined up to get some additional financial help.
The award recipients, who range from freshmen to seniors in colleges across multiple states, were home on winter break and 13 of them went to the Sprague Mansion last Wednesday night to officially get their awards from members of the fund.
Linda Blamires, president of the fund, said that although only 17 received loans this year, they've had up to 32 kids on loans in years past.
The fund was established in 1956 by community leaders and family members who wanted to provide financial aid for Cranston college students who at that time were returning from the Korean War.
Now, the loans are given out to basically any students, either seniors in high school or those already in college, who fill out their application forms, which Nick Spolidoro, vice president of the fund, said are distributed each year to both high schools and the laborer's school. He said that high school applicants have to tell them class rank and recipients of the loans must be enrolled in a certified post-secondary education school, which can be a community college or vocational school as well.
If a recipient fails out, they're no longer eligible, and they're required to send college transcripts at the end of each year to prove they're still in college.
The initial funding for the loans came from donations, such as an $8,000 gift given by Spolidoro's class of 1962. Former teachers and administrators also leave money to the fund after they pass on, Spolidoro said.
As those donations have piled up, the fund, made up of Cranston graduates, both recent and not-so-recent, has invested the money in stocks, according to Blamires, which have done "very well" and allowed them to have the funds for more than $20,000 in loans each year.
They even have surpluses sometimes, Blamires said, which allows them give out $1,000 grants to loan-eligible students, who are picked based on a name-drawing.
The fund also gets money back from former loan recipients, who start paying back their loans after they graduate from college. Blamires said that the graduates are put on payment plans for their loans, which could range from $1,000 to $4,000 depending on how many years they received a loan, that are 10 percent the first year and then grows steadily after, until the loans are paid off. Students sign an agreement with the fund knowing that when they graduate the money is all due back, albeit without interest.
She said that the repayment rate on the loans is around 80 percent overall, which is enough to keep sustaining the loans for future students.
Spolidoro said that the loans are a smaller amount compared to the sky-high costs that college students face, but $1,000 can still pay for books and is better than getting $1,000 in a loan that students are going to have to pay interest on.
The main issue that the fund faces, both Spolidoro and Blamires said, is awareness of the fund from current Cranston students.
Spolidoro said that the only way to get information through to students is from the guidance counselors in the high schools. A representative of the fund does visit the guidance department head at both high schools to give them information and application forms to be distribute to the students, but awareness still isn't as high as they'd like. Blamires said that they're going to try to go to college fairs and set up a table for students to find out about the loans in the coming years. She'd also like to see application forms on the schools' websites.
While they try to raise awareness, at least 17 former Cranston students did take advantage of the loans this year, and 17 interest-free $1,000 loans were awarded this year to help with their college expenses.
"We always get letters from students and parents who are appreciative of the thousand dollars," Spolidoro said about the feedback they've received. "Our members [of the fund] are so thrilled to be able to help Cranston students."


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It's weird. I knew last week would be hard. I knew the moment my sister called me 2 weeks ago that we were in for some hard times. And as I expected it was hard. So many tears were shed over the 2 weeks that I'm not even sure how my body keeps producing more.
But then came this week.
I felt productive last week. I had to be strong to look through hundreds of pictures of the past (the good times). I had to be strong to pick clothes out of a closet that smelled just like mom. I had to be strong while Dad recounted the places he bought each piece of jewelry that she would be buried with. I had to be strong as sad faces told me their sorrys. Something strengthened me and carried me through the week.
But today when I got up to carry on with "normal". It just doesn't feel right. I ache to be in a world, that I can't call my mom, and tell her how my day was. She was always the one I called if things were crappy, she always made me feel better. But since she has been sick this summer, and now that she's left this earthly home, I lost that. I dread people saying sorry, because it's a reminder that I will never get to laugh with her again. I feel guilty for every thing I ever did to make her sad. My heart hurts for every birthday that she won't call and sing to me. It hurts to think of the holidays that she won't be around for. She won't be at my kids accomplishments, or be here to tell me how to decorate, or sew, or cook something the right way. Right now I don't know how to be strong anymore.


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[Laparoscopic sterilization with the Hulka-Clemens clip. Review of 215 cases (author's transl)].
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215 women, 20-45 years of age, underwent tubal sterilization by laparoscopic application of the Hulka-Clemens clip. 123 operations (Series I) were performed in a gynecological ward and 92 cases (Series II) in a university clinic all under general anesthesia. In Series I, the 65 operation performed with a single incision took 10-15 minutes; the 58 performed with a double incision took 20-25 minutes. The double incision operations performed in series II took 20-45 minutes. A third clip was necessary in 14% of the operations in series I and in 26% in series II. 96% of the cases were without complication in series I (length of hospitalization 24-26 hours), compared to 80.4% in series II (length of hospitalization 48-50 hours). The majority of operative complications were lost clips (9 cases) and in 5 cases of series II, the large ligament was torn. 11.9% of the patients complained of post-opertive pelvic pain. There was 1 pregnancy, and there were 2 cases of tubal permeability. 4.6% of the patients reported menstrual problems, which were treated successfully with progestins.


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Financial News and Portfolio Management Discussion through January 13th
US Stocks ended the week at new record highs driven by high expectations for 4Q earnings season. The S&P 500 rose 1.6% and the Dow climbed 2% for the week. Abroad, Europe edged up 0.3% and Japan edged down 0.3% for the week. The yield on the 10 year Treasury bond rose to 2.55%, the highest level since March as inflation expectations have risen over recent weeks.
Minutes from the ECB's December meeting show the central bank might look to cut back its bond buying program sooner than investors had previously expected. With potential cut back beginning in early 2018.
Industrial production is surging in the Eurozone as it was up 1% in November.
Retail sales rose 0.4% in December.
Inflation rose 0.1% in December, but core prices jumped 0.3%, the most in 11 months.
JP Morgan and Wells Fargo earnings were roiled by the tax overhaul, but both projected future profits would be boosted by the changes.
Corporations are expected to post earnings growth of 10% in the first quarter.
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The 2nd International Conference and Exhibition on Mining, Minerals and Materials in Iraq
This mining conference is set to take place in Iraq in 2017. They claim to have one of the world's most promising markets for people in the mining industry. This two day event anticipates the participation of 20 countries and more than 200 attendees. Their site suggests that this conference will be a unique opportunity to advance yourself in the mining industry located in Iraq.
The Foundation for Defense of Democracies (FDD) should probably have someone there as well. According to the FDD Facebook page, cooperating with Iraq's supposed enemy, Iran, will benefit China. But, other news suggests that Iran can't possibly be Iraq's enemy because Iran has provided groups in Iraq with US weaponry. The terrorist threat posed by either of these countries, Iran, specifically, is not one to take lightly. Maybe much can be learned at this 2017 conference.
Conference Objectives
With a number of keynote speakers in attendance, this conference looks to be quite revelatory. It will be interesting to see which countries are actually participating in it. However, the conference's website suggests that the following, seemingly innocent, objectives are all that's on the agenda:
- Developing and discussing mining opportunities in Iraq.
- Attempting to revitalize the Iraqi mining industry by extending and exhibiting links with other industries related to mining.
- Bringing together those who want to explore and exploit Iraq's natural resources.
- Opening up talks with the Director Generals, Senior Advisors, and Minister in case there are any problems to be resolved or solutions to be had.
- Re-evaluating the topography to ascertain the best mining locations.
- Developing cooperation, collaboration, and networking opportunities between all who can contribute to mining endeavors in Iraq.
Learn more about Iraq's mining industry.
Key Topics
These objectives will hopefully be reached through the introduction of key topics by the selected speakers. These topics are designed to paint a prettier picture of Iraq on the whole, and its mining industry specifically. Consider these topics:
- Iraq's extended position on development and trade
- Key minerals' and commodities' future outlook
- Ins and outs of business in Iraq
- Fertilizer and phosphate industries
- Building and cement materials
- Logistics and infrastructure that keep Iraq functioning (this is probably a great topical presentation for FDD to attend)
- Strategies for growth as presented by the Iraqi Ministry of Industry and Mining
- Economic reform occurring in Iraq
- Security assessments and political framework
The last two topics on the lecture series seem quite odd when considering the whole thing is supposed to be about mining. Why will economic reform be necessary? Is Iraq experiencing some sort of significant economic failing? Are they desperate for new investors to exploit their country's natural resources? Read this about Iraq's economic struggles.
And if that is the case, why then are we to be concerned with their political framework and the security assessment attached therein? These topics suggest to the average reader that Iraq is experiencing some kind of political and financial trouble. Adding to that, the knowledge that they have willing accepted weaponry from their sworn enemy, Iran, and this news is unnerving. Read more about the relationship between Iraq and Iran.
Will the US participate in this conference? And if so, will a member of the FDD be present? We hope that they will because that organization has been established to help aid in the fight against terrorism. They have made it their goal to see America regain its position of strength and power in the world. Surely they won't let such an odd conference go on without an ear on the inside.…


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Texas and Oklahoma remain under a state of emergency for severe drought, and a number of states continue to issue waivers to hay haulers as part of the relief effort.
Recent news reports indicate that cattle stocks in Texas were headed for record lows in December.
The Texas Department of Agriculture and its "hay hotline" has been a vital information clearinghouse during the crisis. Those seeking hay; those selling, donating or hauling hay; and waivers from states willing to lend a hand can all be found located at gotexan.org/HayhotlineHome. The hay hotline number is 877-429-1998.
Texas Gov. Rick Perry recently extended waivers for permit requirements, fees and legal height and weight restrictions for the transport of cylindrical hay bales in the Lone Star State. The current waiver lasts through Jan. 26, 2012, unless canceled or extended.
Visit txdot.gov/business/motor_carrier/overweight_permit/hay.htm, or call 800-299-1700 to obtain the hay-hauling permit.
Oklahoma is also a state in need. Gov. Mary Fallin recently suspended certain restrictions for hay haulers, so long as the vehicles do not exceed 12 feet in width and 13 feet 6 inches in height. Fallin's waiver expires on Jan. 17, 2011, unless it is otherwise extended or canceled.
In addition to having four drought-stricken counties of its own, the state of Kansas is also offering drought assistance to Oklahoma and Texas.
Kansas Gov. Sam Brownback renewed an executive order to waive certain trucking restrictions for hay haulers, but the order has been amended to prohibit truckers from hauling oversized relief loads during nighttime hours or inclement weather. Oversized relief loads are not to exceed 12 feet in width or 14 feet in height. The order expires Jan. 27, 2012, unless renewed or canceled.
South Dakota Gov. Dennis Daugaard signed an order on Thursday, Dec. 29, to waive restrictions and permit fees for hay haulers headed to affected regions as long as the vehicles do not exceed 12 feet in width and 14 feet 3 inches in height. South Dakota's order is scheduled to last through the end of February unless renewed or canceled.
Alabama, Louisiana, Tennessee and Wyoming have assisted Texas and Oklahoma with loads of hay since the summer.
Waivers were scheduled to expire in Alabama and Louisiana at the end of the year unless renewed. Wyoming officials recently renewed an order that coincides with the extension of the emergency order in Texas.


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