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This week I had the opportunity of working with the Larue D. Carter Memorial Hospital. Larue Carter is a psychiatric hospital of 159 beds, ranging in ages of 8 - adult. Larue Carter is under the Family and Social Services Administration. During this rotation I had the opportunity of shadowing one of the HR generalists. She spends most of her days very busy, multi-tasking, working on projects, and communicating with the Larue employees.
While shadowing this HR Generalist, I learned a little more about the process of getting new applicants ready for hire. I went through several applicants who were ready for hire and ran a background check for them on PeopleSoft. I then called applicants and told them to check their email to sign a release for the background check and drug screening. One thing that is unique to Larue Carter is the types of employees that are employed. While, there are many employees who are qualified (HS graduate), it is important to make sure you are selecting the right candidates to work with the patients, find someone reliable and consistent. The HR Generalist also deals with FML and puts employees back in the system upon their return. She also sets up new employee files, conducts training for new employees, and trains them how to set up their benefits.
Being able to shadow a generalist was very beneficial. I was able to see many different aspects to HR and what a generalist can work with from a day to day basis. Some important things I learned are that as a generalist you are always going to be busy and there are always going to be interruptions in your day. It is important to stay very organized, be able to multitask, and work through projects over multiple days. Because you can be interrupted so many times in a day, you may not be able to concentrate on one project from start to finish it one sitting. I was able to see how this generalist sorts through her workload. I gained some great insight from this shadowing opportunity at Larue Carter.


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Project Business Management
By Oliver F. Lehmann
Munich, Germany
"Confusion is the charlatan's friend, noise its accessory"
– Carole Cadwalladr
The majority of projects today are not performed solely by internal teams. Project work is handed over partially or in full to external vendors who can build complex Project supply networks (PSNs), and project managers need to massively improve their skills to manage such PSNs professionally. Creating a "Mission Success Culture" based on a "Completing over competing" approach is an essential element of these skills.
From "Simple" Procurement Management to Complex Project Supply Networks (PSNs)
Case Story: An Uncomfortable Surprise in a Project Supply Network
Tarantula SE. (1) is a European manufacturer of machines for logistics and transportation purposes that are cutting edge technology and convince with low Total cost of ownership (TCO) in combination with high productivity. Located in Netherlands, they share the marketplace with a direct US-American competitor, Scorpio Corp., which has similar products, and like Tarantula invests heavily in new technologies, new applications for already existing advanced technologies and also tries to expand into future markets. For the development of a new machine type, a strategic decision was made to outsource more than the traditional 15% to 20%, in order to speed up the implementation time for innovations, tap external resources and reduce the need for management attention. The percentage of outsourced development rose during the project to about 60%, and the expectation was that this approach would shorten the product's Time to market by 25% to 40%.
One of the contractors hired was a Canadian company Lobster Ltd. that was awarded a contract to develop and later produce an intricate component made from carbon fiber reinforced polymer (CFRP). Lobster soon noticed that it would not be able to do the project, given the challenging specifications agreed with Tarantula, the customer, on the product. The number of companies that can make such products is small, and in the market, most companies know each other, so they talked with a third company, Bee Queen S.A. from France, who soon became the subcontractor for the business. Figure 1 depicts the relationships of the companies mentioned above.
Figure 1: The layout of the small Project supply network in the case story.
The tight deadline for the component development forced Lobster's project manager to ask Bee Queen to start development work, while the two companies were still in negotiations particularly on the price for the product development and for successive manufacturing. The two companies had a year-long business relation, and trust into Lobster and the desire to win the long-term business on Bee Queen's side were strong incentives for the subcontractor to accept the business risk.
During these negotiations, it became clear for Lobster that the business would not be attractive for them at all. Between the price they would get paid by Tarantula and the costs of outsourcing to Bee Queen, the achieved margin became very thin. To make things worse: While the development project at Bee Queen was progressing fast and the deadline set by Tarantula was coming nearer and nearer, Lobster's negotiation position deteriorated further. At a given time, the company was no more be able to switch to another supplier, but the price with the subcontractor was still not fixed. The thin margin would not only have to cover Lobster's costs of managing the relation between the customer and the subcontractor, Lobster was also bearing the risk of missing the Start of production (SOP) deadline or of non-compliance with the specifications on the product, which would lead to contractual penalty payments that they would not be able to pass on to the subcontractor. To make things worse, the project blocked management resources at Lobster Ltd. that would be spent more wisely in winning and performing new business that would provide better margins. Lobster therefore made a decision to get out of the business and let Tarantula work directly with Bee Queen S.A.
A meeting was set up with the project managers and other representatives of the three companies. Tarantula had already some knowledge that Lobster Ltd. had subcontracted parts of the development work, but has so far not been interested in more details of this business. They considered the development project in good hands and gave Lobster the freedom to perform the project in a way that would ensure meeting the deadline and the technical requirements. Tarantula assumed that the outsourcing to a trusted contractor allowed them to focus their management attention on other parts of the new machine. To ensure that progress was rely on a number of maturity reviews called "Quality gates" (2), to give assurance that the development is on schedule, which it was. The development approach is sometimes referred to as "Rainbow model", because as depicted in colors as shown (see Figure 2), there is some faint resemblance to a rainbow. The rainbow model can replace classical phase-gate models, allowing for asynchronous development at high speed, but poses a major challenge on project management.
To read entire article, click here
Author's note 1: All names changed in this article.
Author's note 2: The term "Quality gate" or "Q-gate" is a misnomer but is quite common in in Europe.
Editor's note: This is the 4th in a series of articles by Oliver Lehmann, author of the book "Situational Project Management: The Dynamics of Success and Failure" (ISBN 9781498722612), published by Auerbach / Taylor & Francis in 2016. See author profile below.
About the Author
Munich, Germany
Oliver F. Lehmann, MSc., PMP, is a project management author, consultant, speaker and teacher. He studied Linguistics, Literature and History at the University of Stuttgart and Project Management at the University of Liverpool, UK, where he holds a Master of Science Degree. Oliver has trained thousands of project managers in Europe, USA and Asia in methodological project management with a focus on certification preparation. In addition, he is a visiting lecturer at the Technical University of Munich.
He has been a member and volunteer at PMI, the Project Management Institute, since 1998, and serves currently as the President of the PMI Southern Germany Chapter. Between 2004 and 2006, he contributed to PMI's PM Network magazine, for which he provided a monthly editorial on page 1 called "Launch", analyzing troubled projects around the world.
Oliver believes in three driving forces for personal improvement in project management: formal learning, experience and observations. He resides in Munich, Bavaria, Germany and can be contacted at [email protected].
Oliver Lehmann is the author of the book "Situational Project Management: The Dynamics of Success and Failure" (ISBN 9781498722612), published by Auerbach / Taylor & Francis in 2016.
To view other works by Oliver Lehmann, visit his author showcase in the PM World Library at https://pmworldlibrary.net/authors/oliver-f-lehmann/

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José Torrubia
José Torrubia was a Spanish Catholic missionary, scientist and author. As a paleontologist, he was one of the very first religious thinkers to note and admit the existence of fossils as remains of ancient animals.
Biography and works[edit]
He was born towards the end of the seventeenth century at Granada, Spain; died in 1768 in the monastery of Aracoeli. He entered the order of St. Peter of Alcántara at Granada.
In the Philippine Islands, whither he had gone as missionary and as secretary to Foguéras, the Spanish colonial commissioner-general of Mexico, he was imprisoned for four months, as a result of opposition on the part of the religious orders to reforms attempted by the commissioner. He returned to Cadiz and thence went to Rome, where he withdrew from the order of St. Peter and became a Franciscan. In 1732 he was again in the Philippine Islands as superior of a convent. He travelled in America and Asia, remaining for a time at Canton, China. In 1750 he returned to Spain, whence he made three trips to Rome.
As linguist, scientist, collector of fossils and of books, writer on historical, political and religious subjects, Torrubia was held in high esteem in Spain and at Rome, and by none more so that by Pope Benedict XIV. Noted scientists made a point of visiting him.
- Roman Ceremonial of the Discalced Religious of St. Francis in the Province of St. Gregory in the Philippines (Manila, 1728)
- Disertacion histórico-politico-geográfica de las islas Filipinas (Madrid, 1736, 1753)
- Disertación histórica geográfica sobre la América del Sur (Madrid, 1742)
- Descripción poética de la planta Gia que se halla en los campos de la Habana (1744)
- a poem against Free-masonry (Madrid, 1752)
- Aparato para la historia natural de la Nueva España (1754)
- Introducción a la historia natural de España (Madrid, 1754; German tr., Halle, 1773; Italian translation of a part printed under his direction at Rome with the title La gigantologia española; second volume, on insects, never printed)
- History of the Seraphic order (Rome, 1756).
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- Wilson, J. G.; Fiske, J., eds. (1889). . Appletons' Cyclopædia of American Biography. New York: D. Appleton.
- This article incorporates text from a publication now in the public domain: Paul H. Linehan (1913). . In Herbermann, Charles. Catholic Encyclopedia. New York: Robert Appleton.
- Roman Catholic missionaries in the Philippines
- Spanish expatriates in the Philippines
- Spanish expatriates in China
- Linguists from Spain
- Spanish male writers
- Spanish Roman Catholic missionaries
- Spanish Roman Catholic priests
- 18th-century Roman Catholic priests
- 18th-century Spanish people
- 1768 deaths
- Catholic clergy scientists
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Like Kevin Gregg who has recently resorted to blaming everyone else for not getting the job done. But that is the 2nd blown save on this road trip and it has resulted from Gregg not throwing strikes. Just ask Justin Miller who blew an extra inning game against the Mets after Alfredo Amezaga hit a home run to give the Fish the lead.
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The reality is that the Marlins are still lingering around the top spot of the NL East. Admittedly, dropping two series in a row to their NL East rivals is not good, but they still have three games against the Braves to make up for the way they are losing games. In fact, it really isn't a must win for the Marlins when looking at this Braves series – which is a team that can only seem to win at home.
Still, one has to wonder where exactly the Marlins fit into the grand scheme of things. It is apparent to me, and I might be a little biased, that they are a quality ballclub. They are better than the Mets, Nats and Braves. They can be better than the Phillies, but right now the Marlins don't have as hot a hitter as Chase Utley (which pains me to say) and their bullpen has been screwing around.
In order to climb out of this funk, the Marlins have to get better pitching from their bullpen and continue to get timely hits from their offense. The starting pitching will remain somewhat foggy, but if Badenhop could churn out a quality start, we may be developing the starters into a solid enough rotation to bridge success from May into September. We will know a lot more over the coming days.


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The Texas Board of Professional Engineers' (TBPE) Board e-Newsletter
September 23rd, 2013
The TBPE eNewsletter is your quarterly update on information about the Texas PE License and Licensing Board and is a supplement to the TBPE Express annual printed newsletter.
In this issue of the TBPE eNewsletter:
Legislative Mandate: Criminal History Record Check
Board Meeting update
New rules adopted and proposed
Disciplinary actions
Ethics Webinars a Success
Read below for more info:
Legislative Changes & Criminal History Record Check
Changes made by the legislature to the Texas Engineering Practice Act went into effect September 1, and staff is working to implement these changes ahead of mandated timelines. A summary of legislative changes can be found here:
A revised version of the law and rules document can be found here:
One important change is the requirement that all engineers who renew an active license for the coming year and all new applicants for licensure in Texas complete a one-time Criminal History Record Check . Each engineer will be responsible for complying with the law prior to renewing his/her license in 2014. We are working hard to make this process as easy as possible, and we will communicate details and provide updates through emails and our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) web page as they become available.
The Texas Board of Professional Engineers Quarterly Board and Committee Meetings were held August 28 and 29, 2013.
Adopted Rule: §131.35 Modifies existing rules regarding agency training.
New Rules Proposed: A number of new rules have been proposed that implement the new mandates to the Texas Engineering Practice Act from the 83rd legislature. http://engineers.texas.gov/proposed_092013.html
Criminal History Record Check - Rules to support the legislative change described above. Specific procedural information will be communicated through the website and the FAQ.
Fee Split - Separates the $200.00 professional fee from the application fee for new applicants. This rule moves the time when the professional fee is paid from the beginning to the end of the application process.
Enforcement - Rules that reference the granting of cease-and-desist authority, summary suspension, as well as revising the enforcement sanction table to relect an increase in the maximum fine to $5,000.
Board Budget: The Board approved an operating budget for the 2014 fiscal year, including fee changes effective in November 2013 (applications) and June 2014 (renewals).
Disciplinary Actions: All enforcement actions approved in the board meeting are posted on the TBPE website. Enforcement actions are reported based on the date of the board meeting at which the actions were taken.
Video: Video clips of the Board Meeting are available at the link below. Remember, you can earn your ethics hour by watching the meeting, but make sure you keep your notes so you can report it as self-study in the event of an audit:
Outreach - TBPE Ethics Webinars a Success
TBPE continues to offer our Ethics training in a webinar format for the convenience of our licensees. If you wish to fulfill your one-hour continuing education ethics requirements, consider a webinar. December 2nd will be the next date for the ethics webinar. Please see our wepage - http://engineers.texas.gov/webinars.html - for more information. Registration for the events will be announced one month in advance.
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Give us feedback on how we are doing by filling out our new customer service survey. Please visit our website at http://engineers.texas.gov/feedback or call us for a paper survey. We want to hear your suggestions on how we can improve agency operations and service delivery.
If you are interested in scheduling a TBPE Ethics presentation, please contact outreach coordinator Dorothy Gonzales to make your request at email@example.com .
In keeping with our efforts to modernize and increase communication with our licensees and the public, you can now follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and via an RSS feed. Join today!
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Here's a video to spice up your normal ab routine. Add a little knee to elbow action to work on those obliques, abs, and shoulders.
Option 1: Bring your right knee forward towards your elbow and then return to plank position. Then repeat on your left side.
Option 2: Bring your right knee underneath your body and try to touch the opposite elbow. Then repeat on your left side.
Try these in a normal straight plank or your elbows bent in half plank. Do 3 sets of 20 (10 on each side).


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San Diego protesters oppose attack on Syria
- Author: Larry Hoffman Apr 08, 2017,
Apr 08, 2017, 17:07
Trudeau said that about an hour before the U.S. attack, U.S. Defence Secretary Jim Mattis called Defence Minister Harjit Sajjan, who then briefed the prime minister.
There was no independent confirmation of civilian casualties.
As soon as the news of the chemical attack horrified the world on Tuesday, Russia denied Syria's military was responsible. The base's runway was still in use. But a spokesman for Russian President Vladimir Putin warned that the strikes dealt "a significant blow" to relations between Moscow and Washington.
Sen. Dianne Feinstein of California said the strikes were "a limited but necessary response" and called on Trump to "develop a comprehensive strategy to end Syria's civil war".
The Russian military sent an official message to the Pentagon and summoned the USA military attaché in Moscow to announce that it would shut down a hotline established to prevent accidental clashes in the skies over Syria. "I am not supporting anybody", she said.
On Friday, senior USA military officials were looking more closely at possible Russian involvement in the poison attack.
But the move angered Russian Federation, a major ally of Mr Assad, and appeared to diminish chances of closer cooperation with Moscow that Mr Trump has said is possible, especially in fighting ISIS. Russia, Syria, and its other backers denounced the military action while USA allies in Europe, Israel, and Saudi Arabia cheered Trump on.
But Othman said his organization strongly opposes any action that could harm more civilians.
"A senior military official cited by BuzzFeed said they "have no knowledge" of Russia's involvement or prior knowledge of the attack, and said they were in the process of "[investigating] any information that could lead in that direction".
He added that the USA also needed to take action for our own national security interests, because once the use of chemical weapons becomes acceptable, the world quickly becomes a "very risky place".
White House officials caution that Trump is not preparing to plunge the US deeper into Syria. Russian military personnel and aircraft are embedded with Syria's, and Iranian troops and paramilitary forces are also on the ground helping Assad fight the array of opposition groups hoping to topple him. Moscow said the attack was a false pretext to launch an air assault against Assad's government.
At another meeting there, Mr Trump signed off on the missile attacks and went to dinner with Mr Xi. US officials noted that the timing of the strike had the possible added benefit of signaling to China that Trump is willing to make good on his threat to act alone to stop North Korea's nuclear pursuits if Beijing doesn't exert more pressure on Pyongyang.
"The Constitution is very clear that war originates in the legislature", said Sen.
The official state news agency SANA said the strikes killed nine civilians in villages near the base.
"This is patterned behavior", Jennifer Cafarella, a Syria analyst for the Washington-based Institute for the Study of War, said to BuzzFeed.
The strike prompted an abrupt change in Trudeau's position: after stopping short Thursday of directly blaming Assad, he accused the Syrian government on Friday of using chemical weapons against its own people.


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Lambswool heel protectors are designed to provide comfort, support and prevent rubbing under the heel of the foot. These heel protectors are made with a medical grade lambswool that will remain cool in summer and warm in winter.
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Menachos 79 - IS AN INVALID SLAUGHTER
1) IS AN INVALID SLAUGHTER "MEKADESH" THE BREAD? (cont.)
(a) (Gemara) Question: Who is the Tana of the Mishnah?
(b) Answer: It is R. Meir:
(c) (Beraisa - R. Meir): The general rule is, if any Pesul occurred before slaughter, the bread is not Kadosh; if a Pesul occurred after slaughter, it is Kadosh;
(d) If it was slaughtered Chutz li'Zmano or Chutz li'Mkomo, the bread becomes Kadosh; if it was slaughtered and found to be Treifah, the bread is not Kadosh.
1. R. Eliezer says, if it was slaughtered and found to be a Ba'al Mum, the bread is Kadosh;
2. R. Yehoshua says, it is not Kadosh.
(e) R. Yehudah: R. Eliezer and R. Yehoshua agree that if it was slaughtered and found to be Treifah or Ba'al Mum, the bread is not Kadosh; if it was slaughtered Chutz li'Zmano, the bread is Kadosh;
1. They argue about Chutz li'Mkomo - R. Eliezer says that the bread becomes Kadosh; R. Yehoshua says that it does not.
2. R. Eliezer: Chutz li'Zmano and Chutz li'Mkomo are both Pesulim - just like the former is Mekadesh the bread, also the latter;
3. R. Yehoshua: Chutz li'Mkomo and Ba'al Mum are both Pesulim - just like the latter is not Mekadesh the bread, also the former.
4. R. Eliezer: Chutz li'Mkomo is more similar to Chutz li'Zmano, for these Pesulim are on account of intent, a Mum is a physical Pesul.
5. R. Yehoshua: No, Chutz li'Mkomo is more similar to a Mum, for these Pesulim do not have Kares, but Chutz li'Zmano has Kares;
i. Moreover, we can learn Chutz li'Mkomo from Lo Lishmah, which is also Pasul on account of intent, and it does not have Kares!
6. R. Eliezer did not respond.
(f) Question: Why does (R. Eliezer, according to) R. Meir consider Treifah to be a Pesul before slaughter (the bread is not Kadosh), and Ba'al Mum to be a Pesul after slaughter (the bread is Kadosh)?
(g) Answer: The Mum is Dukin (a film) in the eye, according to R. Akiva, who says Im Alah Lo Yered (if such a Ba'al Mum was brought on the Mizbe'ach, it is offered, it is not taken down.)
1. R. Yehoshua argues - granted, the animal itself is not taken down, but it is not Mekadesh bread.
(h) If a Chatas (R. Tam - Todah, the same applies to all Kodshim Kalim) was slaughtered Chutz li'Zmano, Im Alah Lo Yered;
(i) (Rabah (we adopt the text of Rashi Kesav Yad and Shitah - Rabah preceded Rava, presumably his opinion is given first)): if it was slaughtered Chutz li'Mkomo, Yered;
(j) (Rava): Lo Yered.
(k) Rabah holds like R. Yehoshua, Rava holds like R. Eliezer.
(l) Version #1: Rava retracted and adopted Rabah's opinion, for R. Eliezer retracted and adopted R. Yehoshua's opinion.
(m) Version #2: Even though R. Eliezer retracted, Rava did not retract;
1. R. Eliezer retracted because Chutz li'Mkomo is more similar to Lo Lishmah (the bread is not Kadosh);
2. Regarding the Korban itself, even if we learn from Lo Lishmah, (even though Chatas Lo Lishmah is Pasul,) Lo Yered (since some Korbanos are Kosher Lo Lishmah.)
(n) (Mishnah): If it was slaughtered Lo Lishmah...
(o) Question (Rav Papa): Why does our Tana teach about the Milu'im (which do not apply to all generations) and omit Ayil Nazir, which applies to all generations?
(p) Answer: Our Tana teaches about the first Korban (Rashi - that was Mekadesh bread.) (Other Korbanos can be learned from it.)
(a) (Mishnah): If Nesachim were Mekudash in a Kli and the Zevach was found to be Pasul:
1. If there is another Zevach without Nesachim, these are offered for that Zevach;
2. If not, we allow them to become Pasul through Linah.
(b) (Gemara - Ze'iri): Slaughter of the Zevach is the only thing that is Mekadesh Nesachim (Rashi - to become Nifsalim through Linah or Yotzei; Tosfos - to obligate them to be brought with a particular Zevach) - we learn from "Zevach u'Nesachim".
(c) Question (Mishnah): If Nesachim were Mekudash in a Kli and the Zevach was found to be Pasul:
1. If there is another Zevach without Nesachim, these are offered for it; if not, they become Pasul through Linah.
2. Suggestion: The Zevach became Pasul through slaughter. (This shows that Nesachim become Mekudash without (a Kosher) slaughter!)
(d) Answer: No, the Zevach became Pasul through Zerikah (slaughter was Kosher, it was Mekadesh the Nesachim.)
(e) Suggestion: This is like Rebbi, who says that if one of two Matirim were offered, it is partially Mekadesh.
(f) Rejection: It is even like R. Elazar b'Rebbi Shimon (who says that one of two Matirim does not Mekadesh at all) - the case is, Kabalas ha'Dam was Kosher, then the blood spilled;
1. R. Elazar holds like his father, who says that since the blood was ready for Zerikah, (in some respects) it is as if Zerikah was done.
(a) (Mishnah): If there is another Zevach without Nesachim, these are offered for it.
(b) Question But Rav Chisda taught that if oil was designated for a Minchah, it may not be used for another Minchah!
(c) Answer (R. Yanai): Beis Din (of Kohanim) stipulate that Nesachim (for Korbanos Tzibur) are Kodesh on condition that if they are not needed, they may be used for a different Zevach.
(d) Question: If so, they should also stipulate about oil!
(e) Answer: Oil is different, it is part of the Minchah itself (therefore, it would not help to stipulate.)
(f) Question: (The Mishnah says, if there is not another Zevach without Nesachim, they become Pasul through Linah -) they should stipulate, if the Nesachim are not needed, they are Chulin!
(g) Answer: We decreed not to do so, lest people think that something that was in a Kli Shares remains Chulin (without stipulating.)
(h) Question: We should decree not to use Nesachim for a different Zevach, lest people think that this may be done without stipulating!
(i) Answer: Matisyahu ben Yehudah taught, the case is, there was another Zevach (without Nesachim) slaughtered at the time (people will think that the Nesachim were for that Zevach from the beginning.)
(j) Question - Inference: If there was not another Zevach slaughtered at the time, the Nesachim are Pesulim;
1. Why does the Mishnah say, if there was no other Zevach, the Nesachim are Pesulim - it should say, if there was no other Zevach slaughtered at the time, they are Pesulim!
(k) Answer: Indeed, the Mishnah means this;
1. If there was another Zevach slaughtered at the time, the Nesachim are offered with it; if not, it is as if they became Pesulim through Linah.
(l) Question: R. Shimon does not say that Beis Din stipulates!
1. (Rav Idi bar Avin): According to R. Shimon, Temidim which will not be needed this year cannot be redeemed (in order to buy them back with next year's Shekalim to use for Temidim of next year) without a blemish;
2. Chachamim permit redeeming without a blemish (because Beis Din stipulated!)
(m) Answer: He holds that Beis Din stipulates only when there is no other solution. (There, without stipulating, the extra Temidim Ro'im (graze until they get a Mum, then they are redeemed).)
(a) (Mishnah): The following are offered without bread:
1. Vlad (the child of a) Todah, Temuras Todah, Chalifas Todah (an animal designated to replace a lost Todah, after the Todah was found and offered.)
(b) We learn from "V'Hikriv Al Zevach Todah" - Todah requires bread, not its child, Temurah or Chalifah.
(c) (Gemara - Beraisa) Question: Why does it say "Todah Yakriv"?
1. Answer - Question: What is the source that if a Todah was lost, a replacement was designated, and the Todah was found, either may be offered l'Shem Todah with bread?
2. Answer: 'Ha'Todah Yakriv'.
3. Suggestion: Perhaps the second animal to be offered also requires bread!
4. Rejection: "Yakrivenu" - only one requires bread.
i. After the Torah permitted (offering either l'Shem Todah), it excluded (bringing bread with the other.) (This is according to the text of Rashi and R. Gershom, there is no 'Vov' before 'Mi'et'.)
5. Question: What is the source that Vlad, Chalifas and Temuras Todah are offered? (Really, we only ask about Vlad and Temurah - the source for Chalifah was given above, Chalifah is merely mentioned along with them.)
6. Answer: "Im Al Todah".
7. Suggestion: Perhaps they require bread!
8. Rejection: "V'Hikriv Al Zevach ha'Todah" - Todah requires bread, not its Vlad, Chalifah or Temurah.


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[Let's keep this Doctor Who train rolling, with going to the novellas I never got around to reading.]
This is the most explosively original novel ever!!, and it could only have been done by the one and only Kim Newman!!!!
At least, according to the hype at the time this came out.
What we have is a story set before the first episode, and tells a story from the point of view of Susan. And while Ian and Barbara are sort of mentioned, this whole thing is something that is never brought up again during the entire time they travel together (which is true of all the books and audios set during any of the tv episodes…). This story is about the Cold and it taking over the school / city / country / world.
Kim goes a long way towards saying that no-one notices what's really going on, because everyone always ignores the strange otherwise no-one would be anywhere. This does get to feel a little too on point, and gets in the way of an otherwise decent story.
Because it is still good, and well told, of a time before the series. Nowadays, this isn't an original gimmick, but at the time it was different.
Also it took me too long to click on the significance of the names of Susan's friends.
So as a start to the Telos Novella range, this is pretty good, although I would debate the emphasis on the novella length being the most important defining quality.
Monday, 10 July 2017
TELOS: Time and Relative.
[Let's keep this Doctor Who train rolling, with going to the novellas I never got around to reading.]
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Now that you have finally purchased your desired bike, it is the appropriate time to hunt for Motorcycle insurance, right? But, hold on; are you familiar with the factors you should look for in insurance? If not, do not worry! This guide will help you pick up the best insurance plan.
As much as riding a motorcycle on the streets seems enticing, you should also keep the fact in mind that it is essential to carry insurance for the same. That is how the law works. Upon ignoring it, you may land yourself in some serious legal troubles.
So, to avoid all the unnecessary hassles, it is recommended to purchase insurance the moment you grab the keys to your first bike. These below-mentioned important factors will help you pick up the best policy like a pro.
Ensure Enough Coverage:
The first thing you must ensure while choosing Bike insurance is that it provides adequate coverage in case you meet with an accident. Since the risk of bodily injury increases, while you ride a motorcycle on the road, you would need a substantial amount in the time of an emergency. Also, the coverage should be sufficient enough to take care of damages done to the bike. Furthermore, if you are a rider who loves accessorising the bike, you can look out for coverage for accessories as well.
Features it Carries:
Needless to say, you cannot overlook the features that your insurance policy will cover. Make sure you pay heed to coverage, amount, premiums, benefits, add-ons, tenure, and other such factors before deciding on any policy. Add-on covers like pillion rider cover, return to invoice cover, can come in handy if something bad happens.
Type of Liability Insurance:
Usually, liability insurance covers bodily injury or damage to property. This type of insurance is used to cover the damages done to somebody else by you. Hence, this type of insurance can prove out to be beneficial for you so that you would not have to pay from your own pocket. Do not forget to assess this cover thoroughly.
Uninsured & Under Insured Coverage:
Over the past few years, there have been several such cases of accidents where the hitting person either did not have any insurance or did not carry coverage with an adequate amount of money. In such a scenario, uninsured or underinsured coverage comes into the limelight. So, make sure your policy encompasses this coverage.
Coverage for Collision:
It is not necessary that your bike will only bump into another vehicle. What if the collision happens with something else such as a building or a tree in a surrounding? In such a case, this collision coverage pays for the damages done to your bike and the surrounding. This makes it a must-have coverage plan, right?
Since having two wheeler insurance has been made mandatory by the government, you cannot overlook picking it up for a longer time. Once the need arises, keep these factors mentioned above in mind and get the best available policy.


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I know physical therapy is a wonderful thing, but so is a day off. I was so tired after last week that I refused to put my leg on yesterday. Instead I laid around and read and watched HGTV and lo and behold everyone marveled at how my foot looked like a foot this morning. No swelling.
That was before my physical therapist got a hold of me. After doing three laps of lunges, the stair-climber and walking without shoes...I look like Bigfoot again.
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- Emmy said...
I'm sorry your theraphy is so stressful :( But, it sounds like you are recovering; that's good thing!
- August 2, 2010 at 5:38 PM
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I always knew Bigfoot was real.
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- fifi mahoney said...
Best part of that post was - you took a day to laze around. Not like you, but necessary!
- August 3, 2010 at 9:28 AM
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HGTV is always good therapy!
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Manufacturing Constraints
In my last posting, I introduced you to the basic concept of what a constraint is.
I asked you to look at this simple four-step process and tell me what action you would take to increase the throughput of product and why you would take such an action. Let's take a look at the four choices I gave you to answer this question and the overall results that have been submitted at the time of this post:
- Run all steps as fast as you can (Selected by 2.99%)
- Balance the line to make all steps have about the same cycle time (Selected by 31.34%)
- Reduce Step 3's cycle time (Selected by 62.69%)
- Slow down Step 1 (Selected by 2.99%)
Choice 1: "Run all steps as fast as you can" is how the process is being run now with each step running at its maximum rate. In today's posting I'll show you why this is not the right choice.
Choice 2: "Balance the line to make all steps have about the same cycle time" is what many Lean practitioners encourage, but there's a problem with this approach. If every step has the same cycle time, then when one step experiences downtime, the entire line stops producing. I always recommend an unbalanced line because of something referred to as "sprint capacity." Sprint capacity is excess capacity that exists in the non-constraint process steps that allow them to protect the constraint by being able to produce enough parts even if they experience unplanned downtime.
Choice 3: "Reduce Step 3's cycle time" is the only way to increase the output of this process, because Step 3 is the constraint. The constraint dictates the output of all processes. In today's posting, we'll discuss this in more detail.
Choice 4: "Slow down Step 1" is partially correct in that all steps should be subordinated to the constraint. So what this means is that until Step 3's cycle time is reduced, all process steps should be running at the rate of 1 part every four hours.
Now let's get back to our discussion.
Finding the Constraint
Unlike the piping diagram in my last post, where most people see right away that Section E's diameter must be enlarged, many people have difficulty making the connection between the time required to process product in Step 3 and the throughput rate. In fact the only way to increase the throughput rate is to reduce the time required to process the product in Step 3. In other words, Step 3 is the equivalent of Section E of the piping diagram. And because Step 3 limits the output, it is designated as the constraint for this process. Let's see what the implications of this concept (i.e. the constraint) are on an improvement effort.
Implications of the constraint in improvement?
Suppose someone comes to you with an improvement idea that would reduce the time it takes to complete Step 1 from 60 minutes (1 hour) to 30 minutes. Let's say that this idea costs your company $1,000 to implement. If you were the manager responsible for this process, would you approve spending $1,000 or not? The question that must be answered is: Would there be an acceptable ROI for this expenditure?
My question to you would be: "Does this improvement idea increase the output of this process?" Because Step 3 is the constraint which controls the output of this process, the answer to this question is, no, it would not increase the output. The key point to remember is that only time reductions in Step 3 will have any impact on the throughput of this process. So let's look at the possible implications of not identifying the constraint in any process or system.
Negative consequences of producing at full capacity
Many companies use the performance metric Manpower Efficiency to judge the performance of their company's resources. Or in the case where equipment is used to produce a company's products, maybe Equipment Utilization might be the metric of choice. These companies have been taught that, in order to be profitable, high levels of efficiency or utilization must be achieved. But what happens within processes when companies pursue high efficiencies or utilizations? Let's look at our 4-step process again.
Staying with our simple 4-step process, we've identified Step 3 as the constraint and we've concluded that only reducing its time would result in more output. If you're using Manpower Efficiency or Equipment Utilization to measure how well your process is performing and you believe in driving these metrics higher, then you would instruct each of the four steps to run to their full capacity. This translates into Step 1 producing one part every hour and passing each one on to Step 2 which has one half of the capacity of Step 1. Likewise Step 3 has one half the capacity of Step 2 and one quarter the capacity of Step 1. So what happens to this process if every step runs to its full capacity?
Here is what this process looks after the first eight hours of production (the red squares represent items that are "Work-In-Process (WIP)." Step 1 has processed eight items, but because Step 2's processing time is twice as long as Step 1's, it can only process four of those eight items. And because Step 3 can only produce one part every four hours, in the eight hour time period, only two pieces have been processed to completion. Now for a couple of new questions:
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In my next posting we'll discuss the dangers in running all steps at full capacity and then look at how fast the process steps should be running. We'll also provide a link to the observations I asked you to make about your own processes.
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The grooming standards also rose with time.The term safety razor was first brought into official use in an 1880 patent.The basic contract would include a head for hosing a removable blade and a handle perpendicular to the head. However, it has been noted that this design actually predated the patent.The brief history of safety razorWilliam Henson filed an 1847 patent application in which he described the device as one resembling a traditional hoe with head attached at right angles to a handle.A pair from Brooklyn tried the first hand at registering a patent for the term "safety razor."This was basically the same design proposed by Henson, only with an addition of a metallic blade holder which has a removable cap, so that the blade may be removed or replaced.Arguably the most prolific innovation in safety razor was the birth of the double edge blade, which could be used as a disposable blade that cuts with both sides.Different types of safety razorThere are three basic types of safety razors.1.One-Piece Design: The one-piece head design is also commonly known as the single blade razor. The cutting head of the razor opens can be opened from two hinges. Most butterfly open razors available in the market also have a one-piece design. There is generally a knob somewhere near the bottom of the unit.Pressing the knob opens up the headpiece of the razor. These razors allow very easy replacement of blades and this is chiefly the reason they became so popular. But they are also more susceptible to wear and the movable parts of the razor may break easily.2.Two-Piece Design: The two-piece designs are designed such that the cutting head can be removed from the rest of the razor. This is basically the design that was patented as "safety razor" in 1880.There is a long bar in the cutting head with a long bar and a screw at one end.This design is preferred by several wet shavers, chiefly because there is no need to change the blade midway while shaving. Replacing the blade in two-piece razors is generally tougher than butterfly razors, but easier than the three-piece ones. But cleaning and maintenance is easier in this razor than other razors.3.Three-Piece Design: There are among the most popular safety razors. The earliest model dates back to the 1900s when Gilette first introduced the design. The design is actually similar to two-piece razors, excepting the fact that the base head is detachable. The three pieces include the cutting head, the handle and the base head.These razors are extremely popular because these are very easy to clean and maintain. These could typically last a lifetime owing to the absence of any moving part. The only lacuna in the three-piece razor is that blade replacement is a tad more difficult in these razors.Different types of safety razor shaving heads1.Straight bar: The straight bar is by far the commonest headpiece design of the safety razor. It has been observed that almost 9 out of 10 safety razors make use if the straight bar design. Since the safety bar is straight, it takes pressure away from the blade. This design is also sometimes referred to as the closed comb design.2.Slant bar:The slant bar design for safety razors is where the bar of the razor has a slight tilt or is angled. This basically signals that the hair will be cut at an angle instead of chopping the beard straight down. It is more like the angled knife cuts when you want to chop vegetables with a kitchen knife.3.Open combo design: Open comb and closed comb designs are not hard to differentiate between The space between the grooves of the comb. The design helps in applying greater pressure on the blade's edge when compared to a safety razor. These beards are general more aggressive and are better with thicker beard.Our recommended top 5 safety razor reviewsVikings Blade Double EdgeOur impressionGet from Amazon.comThe VIKINGS BLADE Double Edge Safety Razorcomes with an all-Swedish body.The high end materials of the razor make this one a manly product to own, without the trouble of spending a fortune.The VIKINGS BLADE product is essentially built in the same facility as many of its big-brand counterparts.But the company has made a deliberate attempt to spend less on the branding and additional marketing costs.The butterfly head of the razor allows you to change blades in just about 5 seconds.The razor comes with a mirror and an exclusive travel case for the nomadic shaver.If you like the idea of a free set of blades, the VIKINGS BLADE Double Edge comes with 5 premium platinum coated blades.To complete the already impressive feature-list, there is a lifetime warranty on the product.A slightly heavier weight on the razor is sure to flatter the old school shavers. But this may not appeal you if you are chasing mildness in the purchase. Click to see current pricing and reviews for Vikings Blade Safety Razor Pros All-Swedish body. 5 Extra Blades. Heavy feel and comfortable shave. Quick blade change mechanism. Price-smart. Complimentary mirror and case.Cons Not for mildness lovers. A little heavy for beginners.Seki Edge Feather All Stainless Steel Double EdgeOur impressionGet from Amazon.comThis one is another outstanding safety razor.The Seki Edge Feather All displays a slim profile and has a comfortable grip on the handle.The quality and craftsmanship of the razor is definitely something worth looking up to.Seki Edge has done away with the expensive cartridges that had been maligning some of its previous models.The stainless steel body of the razor only adds to the already complete profile.The razor handle is approximately 3.5 inches long, which is pretty much the ideal length for close yet non-hurting shaves.The handle has deep groves which ensure a tight grip even if the user has lather on his hands.If you like to shave the head with safety razors, the All Feather will gel well with your head too.Unlike many other razors that are made in China, the All Feather is crafted in Japan.Apart from the all feather blades, you may use any other double edges blade with this razor.(Read full review) Click to see current pricing and reviews for Seki Edge Pros Gentle shave blades. 3.5 inches long handle. Deep grooves for tighter grip. All-blade compatible. Stainless steel body. Made in Japan.Cons Slightly overpriced. Too mild for some. Not for the average everyday shaver.Merkur "Futur" super Safety Razor, Satin FinishOur impressionGet from Amazon.comThe Merkur "Futur" Safety Razor, Satin Finish has a Double Edge Design that impresses upfront.The razor blade angle in the Futur is adjustable, which is a welcome change for those who have been using still angle safety razors.It is generally meant for a comfortable and close shave and might not consort to the mildness quotient that many modern shavers seek.However, the lack of mildness is exquisitely met by the Satin Finish on the body, which makes the razor look the class it is meant to be.Made in Germany, the satin finish of the razor is easy to clean. All you need to do is dry wipe the razor after each shave. That will give it a completely new look.But you should be smart to buy a few extra blades as the razor comes with just a couple of blades. Equated with the price, the Merkur "Futur" Safety Razor is just the honey you were looking for. Click here to see current pricing on Markur safety razor! Pros Close and comfortable shave. Lasting satin finish. Neat ergonomics. Smart pricing. Old school shaving.Cons Average grip on handle. Misleading adjustable angle. Not very beginner-friendly.Merkur Long Handled first- rateOur impressionGet from Amazon.comThe Mekur Long Handled Safety Razor is made in Germany and is one of the top Merkurs by some distance.The extra-long handle has been specifically designed for those who have large hands.The chrome finish on the razor is signature Germany. The double edge design of the razor guarantees a very close shave every time you feel an itch on the chin.If you are one that shaves in the shower and likes using the razor in the shower, you will definitely like the Mekur's stainless steel body that does not rust for some straight twenty years.The razor is available in three variants – long, handled long and slim with guard.The long will help you if you are used to disposables.The transition will be smoother that way.The screwing and unscrewing on this razor is easy. But if you want to shave the head with this razor, it can be a tad difficult. Check out 5000+ real customer reviews Here! Pros Stainless steel frame. Seamless shower usage. Long handle for larger hands. Chrome finish. Made in Germany.Cons Slightly harsh for beginners. Angled usage may miss hair. Not for shaving head.Parker 99R – Long HandleOur impressionGet from Amazon.comThis one is another leading safety razor in the market right now.The Parker 99R – Long Handle SUPER HEAVYWEIGHT Butterfly comes in chrome plated and brass frame that has been declared sturdy for better durability.Easy replacement of blade is facilitated by the butterfly head which twists to open. So if you are one for quick blade replacements, the Butterfly is for you.There is a 4-inch long handle that ensures the best possible grip even when you are using the razor with wet hands.The heavyweight design of the razor takes the weight to 3.4 ounces. The weight of the razor is a genuine plus when it comes to the comfort of shaving.But the real attribute of the razor is its aggressiveness. The performance of the razor on those lines is outstanding. This basically depends on the angle in which you hold the razor.This generates really close shaves even in wet environments. In fact, the model beats some of its predecessors on the aggressiveness factor. Best deal I found on the Parker 99R Pros Long 4-inch handle. Aggressive with angled use. Seamless blade replacement. Great grip on handle for wet use. Chrome plated.Cons Durability issues. Not built for mildness seekers.Things to consider when buying a safety razor? Adjustable and stable razor head: The razor head has a great role to play in ensuring a close and comfortable shave. Some razor heads are straight and combed while others are slanted. If you are a beginner, you should go for something that is slanted. This way the razor cuts the hair at an angle and not straight down. Handle length: The length of the handle is also something you need to closely consider. If you have small hands, you should choose a small handle for a closer experience. A long handle can be opted for if you have either long hands or need to exert greater momentum to tackle thicker beard. Body shape and face structure: The shape of your face and head also determines the type of razor and razor head you should choose. Generally, the neck and chin areas are relatively more sensitive and you will.You should avoid the straight razor heads if you face sensitivity issues in the neck area. Clean and sterilized razor: This is something you should place atop all other priorities. Most reputed manufacturers sell very clean and duly sterilized razor bodies. Buying a noted brand gives you a clear advantage here. You should also learn about the pre and post usage cleaning and sterilization techniques. Closed comb or open comb: In a closed comb razor, the groves are placed inside a straight outline bar while in the open comb, the comb like groves sit on the outside. The open comb razor exposes a greater measure of the cutting surface to the beard. So it is more aggressive than the closed comb razor heads. Aggressiveness of the razor: If you have thick beard, you should look for a razor that is aggressive. Closed comb razors are more aggressive than straight heads or slanting head razors. The open comb beards are even more aggressive. But if you are a beginner, you should choose a razor that is mild. Changing the blade: Changing the blade of the razor is vital depending on whether you like shaving wet or dry. You may choose one of the double edge safety razors for shower shaving. A butterfly razor will allow you to twist and open the head, making it a lot easier to change the blade. Some razors are notably dangerous when changing blades with wet hands. Avoid them. Cost effectiveness: Every razor must deliver worth the money paid for it. Some razors are very cost effective, some may be a little overpriced and some could even pack a great deal. But before deciding on that, it is important to determine if the razor you are picking suffices the contours and requirement of your face.FAQ(frequently asked questions) Safety razor V Cartridge razor: Thecartridge razors are generally made of plastic and have no or very less weight on them.This often forces the shaver to apply great pressure during shaves.The multiple blades of the razor can at times be extremely close to one another, making it very difficult to get a clean shave.Safety razors have a certain heft to them and you feel the weight once they glide down the skin.Since much pressure need not be exerted, these razors are less likely to cause discomfort.The blades of safety razors are cheaper than most cartridges and this makes replacement easier. Which safety razor is the best for sensitive skin?Most new wet shavers start with the prejudice that they have sensitive skin and thick beard.But for most men, a medium aggressive razor is a good place to start. This allows them to learn about the proper angles and pressure application when shaving on sensitive skin.Also, new shavers should try and use different brands of blades with one of these razors. As an example, a Feather will be sharp whereas a Derby will be mild in this category. How long do safety razor blades last?If you have a Shark stainless steel blade, you should consider using it all through a week.The minimum maintenance requirement is that you should drain the water of the blade and make sure both sides get optimum usage.But you should refrain from using the same blade for over a week. Also, if a particular blade has caused a cut, you should refrain from continuing to use it further.But it should not be a great pain since these blades are easily replaceable. How long the safety razor should last? Most safety razors come with premium finish components and goof maintenance should see them last a lifetime.But that only happens when you are ready to spend what it takes to bring home a premium safety razor.For most mid-range razors the, the lifespan starts at 3 years and may extend up to 20 years.Also, most of these razors have very low maintenance requirements and are self-cleaning to a certain extent.So if you are looking for something that will last longer and cost less, the safety razor holds a few clues.Wrap upUsing a safety razor is all about going back to the days when shaving was still considered as an art form and not just a shaving implement.But buying a best safety razor is now more difficult than ever given the plenty of available options. But that has always been a pleasant problem and you now have the power to choose from several noted models.Bottom lineA top rated safety razor is as much an artist's tool as it is a shaving implement. Go for the one that compliments your manliness and the hidden male-art in you will help you make a pick. Picking the Best Safety Razor: For Minimalistic and Manly Grooming 2016-03-16T08:11:45+00:00 2017-03-22T03:09:17+00:00 Dev Gupta


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My thoughts, today, are on the Referendum on whether we, in the United Kingdom, should remain within the European Union or whether we should leave. This is a subject that is clearly causing great debate and even division within our society, as passions on either side of this debate are building.
I need not describe how very troubled our world is, today. Humans seem intent on killing, torture and enslaving while our planet is suffering from the effects of climate change and our exploitation of nature. In Europe, including in the UK, people are weary of war. The scars of the two World Wars still resonate with families in Europe and the world over and yet, it would seem, some quarters of humanity are intent on yet more conflict. Some people seek to divide, while others seek to unite.
Let us be on the side of unity rather than division.
For those of us who believe in peace, in the beauty of humanity of all kinds and who aspire to create a world free from conflict, a world in which we treat our planet with respect and a world in which we treat each other simply with kindness and friendship, these times can seem bleak and even bordering on the hopeless.
Yet, amid all of this, something utterly incredible has happened. The birth of a place on Earth within which people from twenty-eight countries are working to create common values that cross borders. A land of some 500million people. A place where a long history of conflict has become a beacon for hope. A collaboration of independent countries that are only at the beginning of trying to create a society based upon collaboration, unity, mutual support, friendship and peace.
These countries now sit around tables together, debate society together and seek to make all of the relationships between each other more open. They seek to work together on raising the standards of living across an entire continent, on safeguarding our natural world, on creating laws that are shared across the continent and on safeguarding our way of life and values, amid a changing and ever smaller world. Will it be problem free? No. Will it take a lot of work? Yes. So, let us work together at making it great.
When I was a teenager and young man in the 1980's and 1990's here in England, I watched with great hope as I saw how our countries pulled together to respond to famine in Africa. I do not refer to our Governments, I am speaking of we, the people. I recall the joy of seeing Germany pull down its wall and become unified once more. I recall the feeling of joy and hope in the UK and in Europe, as we started to lay the ghosts of the past, to rest. My family had suffered great human and financial loss in both wars and yet the joy of seeing Germany move towards a new and bright future was a feeling of great hope. It was the right thing to have happened. Then, there was the end of the Soviet Union. The land that had for so long been closed to the world, was now tearing down the constraints of its own troubled past and neighbouring countries became free from the chains of Communist Dictatorship. The news of those days was filled with hope.
These events helped to trigger the new direction for Europe. A desire to step away from the disharmony of the past and to build a land where people work together to build a freedom that tears down the very boundaries that we have so long entrenched ourselves behind. A land where people can move freely wherever they choose to be, a land where our elected representatives sit together around tables to work in partnership for the common good. A land where people with differences, choose to unite in what is common between them.
Now, across Europe, our children and young people are sitting in classes together, side by side. They are learning not to see divides and difference, they are learning to be one common humanity, together. Throughout the UK and Europe, people from twenty-eight countries are working alongside each other, building together and are letting go of the divides that once took us all into conflict. Over 2million British people have picked up homes and businesses and relocated them to other parts of this continent; taking with them the same capacity for living in peaceful harmony across our great continent.
Is the European Union now fully complete and created? No. We are only at the beginning of building the EU. Of course there are problems and difficulties but many of these will be resolved over time. We could listen to those who seek division. We could hear that nationalist cry for putting barriers back in place. My Great Grandfather died in WWI. This devastated my family and the further losses of WWII had a similar effect. I believe he fought for humanity, for peace. I am sure that while experiencing the horrors he witnessed, he would have been praying for things to be different; for people simply to come together in peaceful union and for us all to recognise that more unites us, than need divide us.
My Grandparents told me about how they survived WWII. They said that they never gave up believing in the best of humanity. They said that if we ever decide to make decisions about how we live, based upon fear, then it will be that which is the biggest risk of all.
Many people fear Refugees. Many people fear closer union. Many people will vote 'Leave' because deep down they fear change. As for me, I recall the words of my Grandparents and I will now only ever act upon what I believe is the best about humanity. I will only ever act based upon aspiration and hopefulness. I too dream of a world in which Humans unite in love and friendship and let go of fear, hatred and prejudice. For that reason, I will vote 'Remain'; for we are stronger together, better together and there is greater hope for humanity, in coming together. Division is just that; a divide. The days of humanity being divided must come to an end and the EU offers the greatest recent chance to show humanity that we can pull together for the common good; the good of the people and for the good of our beautiful planet.
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Anne V Announces Pregnancy
MODEL Anne V has announced that she is pregnant by posting a picture of her ultrasound scan on Twitter. The Vogue cover girl excitedly accompanied the image with a message to her partner Adam Cahan, senior vice president of mobile and emerging products for Yahoo, on her own birthday, March 19.
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Fellow model Christy Turlington was one of the first of the fashion crowd to share her congratulations by posting her own Twitter image of the pair together, revealing that the pregnancy is quite far along.
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For this week I have chosen two styles of spectators from one of my favourite shoe makers, WS Foster & Sons (bespoke boot and shoe maker). Currently, I do not own a pair of these beauties (spectators) but after seeing these, I am ready for the ride.
The below depicted oxford shoe has all the elements I like within a spectator, the full brogue, squared chisel toe, and the colour. The white part is of buckskin which is better than nubuck.Below a Derby styled spectator in a round toe.
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By Michael Raupach,Till Büttner
The building region Is more and more enthusiastic about Repair
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Tuesday, October 23, 2007
Our NEW Yoga Pants, Soon to be Launched!!!
These are our new version of the popular Yoga Pants!!
Available in a brown and a beige, warm sweat-material, these Yoga Pants are not just cute but also very comfortable.
We are working on designing a sleeveless matching hoodie with these pants.
Soon available in our Etsy store!
Tell us what you think!
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Thursday, October 18, 2007
Sneak Peek - What We're Working on Right Now
Soft micro corduroy is one of our favourite materials for winter. Jackets, dresses and more can look fabulous - simple, yet modern and cute. We're working hard on creating a few new pieces for our shop to compliment the existing pieces - in particular this little cord dress. Made of lightweight corduroy with 3 wooden buttons and subtle flared sleeves, it's super soft and has just the right fit. A mix of modern and retro in styling, any little girl would look fabulous in it.
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Tuesday, October 16, 2007
New Sweet Little Dresses
Time to start thinking about the holidays! I just love going to pick out fabric to make the perfect dress - especially if it's perfect for the holidays! New dresses are on the way!
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Monday, October 8, 2007
New Items are Coming!
We've been working on some new items for winter here at Baby Leila. In particular jackets and matching skirts and pants. I just finished this pink corduroy jacket - and it's reversible with grey and black camo on the inside! I just love it! The only thing is I haven't figured out what kind of button to put on it. A black one? A fabric covered one? A metal one? What do you think?
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Saturday, October 6, 2007
Winter is coming!!!!
The leaves are falling and it's getting colder every day! Winter is really coming here in Alberta. Time for us to make some good warm winter gear for your baby and toddler!
Here is our newest hat for your boy.
We are always able to make them in a different colour - just ask about custom orders.
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Friday, October 5, 2007
A New Dress for Leila
Well, with the shop up and running, it's sometimes hard to find time to make clothes for my own kids! (Isn't that why we started all this?!?) Today I took some time to sew a Sweet Little Dress for Leila - it's not available in our Etsy shop, but if you are interested, we might be able to make one up for you!
xoxo Heather
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Thursday, October 4, 2007
Gifts Tags on Every Item
Need a gift? At Baby Leila, we tag every item with a cute gift tag. It allows for a more professional look, and lets the recipient know that the item was handmade and specially picked for their child.
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Handmade cloting for little people!
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Broadband Management Solutions
Broadband Management Solutions
I have been working at Broadband Management Solutions full-time (More than 10 years)
You get a company truck, fuel card and tools. they work with you on hours for school or kids or whatever.
Over the years as the company grows, employee freedoms are taken away and bonuses and raises get smaller. lots of negative reinforcement. lip service. must work in ridiculous weather regardless of safety.
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