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With a FREE week at the start, we give you a chance to make up your own mind and see for yourself how empowering our program can be. You'll love working out with our fun and energetic community from Tustin, Orange, Irvine and Santa Ana. Group workouts add an element of fun that puts our amazing training over the edge and gives you the best chance at success.
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"Boot camp" style fitness classes are increasingly popular, but not all boot camps are created equal. When comparing fitness classes, the most important thing to look for is a track record of real people getting real results.
Have you ever spent hours on the treadmill and wondered, "Isn't there a better way to lose weight?" Now there is! At Fit Body Boot Camp, our fitness boot camp workout delivers the best weight loss results in only 30 minutes per day.
Fit Body Boot Camp is not like your typical gym or fitness center. Here's what you will -- and won't -- see on your first visit to your local fitness boot camp:
Joni S.
With the help of Fit Body Boot Camp, I had exceeded my overall goals. I wanted to lose 30 pounds and ended up losing 37.5. My body fat percentage went from 28.9% to 18.2% and I lost 35.55 inches overall. My confidence is through the roof and I feel better about myself than I have ever before.
Roslyn B.
At the end of this challenge, I sit here typing this having lost almost 15% of my body weight. It does not matter what I've lost, it matters what I've gained. I have started on a new journey of health and wellness.
Janelle Dkystra
This challenge has changed my life! I lost 41lbs and 20inches in 8 weeks. I hit my goal of being able to once again say, "I've lost 150lbs!" I've gained so much confidence in these last 8 weeks. I feel like a new person. I'm finally starting to be proud of me and what I've accomplished.
Jessica S.
As I write this note, I am down 35 pounds and 27" since the challenge started and 45 pounds since December 1, 2018. FBBC is truly a sustainable lifestyle change for me, and I couldn't be more thankful for this FBBC family.
Craig K.
I ended up losing 17.33% of my body weight which was 45.1 pounds and I lost a total of 37 inches! I think I am a prime example of what Boot camp can do for someone. This new year I have found my new me.
Shanna C.
For me, it was about proving that if you put your mind to something and tell yourself you are going to do it, no one can take that away from you. Never in a million years did I think I would see the results I have achieved in the last 8 weeks.
Shari H.
I am beyond ecstatic because here I am eight weeks later and I am down 34 pounds, 16.25 inches, and my highest percentage of body weight lost is 11.7%! Boom! How amazing is it those 8 weeks of hard work that have changed my outlook on life and the trajectory of my health towards a positive direction?
Thidarhod Tep
Despite my surgical knee, I was able to lose 19.34% body weight and 15.5% body fat. I was able change my bad habits and turn them into a healthy long-term lifestyle. I was able to overcome mental obstacles by taking control of my life.
Ashley D.
Over these past 8 weeks, I have become healthier, set a positive role model for my children, and gained friendships I couldn't make anywhere else. All this happened without me even noticing. As icing on the cake, I lost 33lbs and 7.8% body fat and I'm not done yet!
Jessi Becker
I never would have imagined that so much positive change could occur in only 8 short weeks! I went into this challenge with goals of what I wanted to LOSE (weight & inches) but rather find myself celebrating those things that I've GAINED. Incredible things happen when people support each other like we do at FBBC.
Our sister company, TruLean, is committed to providing only the best-tasting, cleanest, and most effective supplements to support weight loss. All products are zero sugar, zero gluten, zero soy, and zero artificial ingredients!
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Second Hand Fashion is Growing in Popularity
The retailer shops have to keep up with the pressure from second-hand stores which are revolutionizing the market every day. The vintage market has risen, and it contends unimaginably with the retail shops selling new clothes. Today, it is not about blending with the viral trend. Rather, it is about cladding in apparels that you are sure barely anyone will show up with such. Due to these reasons, the population who want to go vintage is also on the rise.
According to reports from online resale platforms, it records that Pre Owned Designer Fashion Consignment Store packs an enormous income nowadays. With time, many have also grown to accept pre-owned items. As a customer, you benefit from the trendy good know they will save you a dime since you know what they would cost were they new. Here, you get the best items, which are aesthetic. Plenty of reasons have made many opt for second-hand clothes.
1. They are unique
No one wants to put on an outfit, and then minutes later, someone shows up with the same outfit. With vintage clothing, you set your self apart from the majority.
You are your brand this way. It is finding that atypical clothing that makes vintage unique. Today, customers would rather purchase a dress that has a story rather than putting on an attire holding the biggest brand name.
2. You don't have to spend a fortune
With vintage clothes, you can wallow with the many designs that are unique, yet affordable. You do not have to put on an outfit carrying the highest price tag to look exceptional.
Second-hand clothes are suitable for everyone. For those who cannot afford the most expensive apparels, at least they have their say here at a consignment store. Here, you can best the products are well maintained and the still look new, but at a reduced price.
3. They are sustainable
Unlike the manufactured retail clothes, secondhand clothes are more maintainable. With them, you do not have to worry about where to leave them drying, ironing, and other stuff. The environment has close to no impacts to the vintage designer clothing.
We can say, they are made for all weathers. Many will even consider paying extra for an outfit that will serve you for long. With vintage, you never lag fashion-wise.
4. Vintage has you saving
If you have kids, you do not have to worry about their school fees if you decide to go vintage. You have a lot in mind, a bright future which you may never have a glimpse of it if you keep going retail to blend in what's viral.
You can invest in something else with the money you save with vintage designer clothes.
5. You can Bargain
Unlike in retail stores where you get goods at fixed prices, with consignment stores, you can air your price. Hence, more demand on vintage knowing that the product has depreciated yet it is classy. The bargaining part has made the vintage sector to flourish hence the continual savvy of more shoppers who are determined.
Sometimes, with retail, you first have to go window shopping to mark the prices. However, with second-hand items, you are sure you will get something appealing with the little you have.

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As founder of Stationhouse Travel, and an oral cancer survivor myself, I'm excited to be part of the fundraising campaign for 2016. We'll be handing out some fun goodies and donating two (2) $250 travel gift certificates as a giveaway at the race!
we're offering a sales for social change opportunity!
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Now you can turn your love of travel into an opportunity to benefit all the amazing and important work that Oral Cancer Foundation funds!
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It's simple...you book your next trip with us and we donate a portion of our revenue to 2016 Washington Oral Cancer Foundation Walk fundraising.
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Our website will tell you a little more about us. You can be assured, we're registered Sellers of Travel in the State of Washington, insured and proud members of several respected trade organizations.
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The dance music scene used to be a different experience. We know this from all the nostalgic dancers and ravers who profess how amazing those times were. Part of the reason that dynamic was so special back then, was the absolute disconnect from reality and focus solely on the energy and journey of the musoc. In our current world, we can struggle to reach this state of mind with our dependence on smart phones. Just look at any crowd in a festival or club and take note of all the cell phones out, filming, snapchatting and texting during the event. This undoubtedly causes a negative impact on the experience (maybe not for all, but for some). Lane 8 is one of many who realize this, and as he embarks on his new tour he's bringing a new rule to his shows.
No. Cell. Phones.
The new tour, This Never Happened is set to kick off in 18 North American cities from September to December.
"At This Never Happened, we invite you into a space where the only thing that matters are the people in that room, the music and the magic that happens when those things interact. An event where the dancefloor will be a phone and photo-free space.
We get that this might be hard in our smartphone obsessed times, so we will be politely policing it on the night, but it will be worth it – I promise.
This experience we share together may, by 2016 standards, have never happened. But those who dare will always know – something special did happen here.
I look forward to building this concept with you.
Daniel (Lane 8)"
Lane 8 is definitely one of the hottest and most unique acts. He blends elements from House and Techno, and puts an uplifting, relaxed chill spin on it. This is one experience you are not going to want to miss.
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I recently found out about the CUWiki project, and the meeting the group is holding at the Urbana Free Library tonight. I am advertising it because what little reading I have done so far really excites me, and it might just excite you. They have some really awesome people involved in the project, and some radical ideas that go beyond the banal-sounding "wiki". Particularly, they address issues of the digital divide, tapping into UC2B to create an unofficial PrairieNet2 and including the wealth of diversity within Champaign-Urbana (and the "not-connected").
What does this have to do with education, or even Unit 4 in particular? On the surface, not much at all. But looking at myself from the outside, I see a realization that the school district does not operate in isolation; I have been focusing on the community aspect of schools for quite some time on this blog. Efforts like CUWiki (and many many more) are part of that community-building mindset that seeks to improve society and thus improve the collaboration with schools, which ultimately impacts our children and closes the circle. At least, that is my belief at this point in time. Feel free to disagree.


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DATE: May 30, 2020!
We're back in Hershey for our third annual event at TROEG'S BREWING!! A bike ride that focuses on local craft beer and benefits Hershey/Harrisburg Area cycling! What more could you ask for? Don't wait, this one will sell out quickly, like last year!Register Now
We love working with our amazing sponsors to put together fun rides for you.
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NY State Senator: Legalize Pet Pigs
Pigs are an illegal pet for New Yorkers. (Photo Igor Stramyk/Shutterstock)
For a place where men wear cats on their heads and carry rats in their mouths, the laws against pig ownership seem pretty stringent.
These snout-twitching creatures are deemed livestock by city officials, and residents are not allowed to keep them as domesticated pets.
But local pigs now have a new defender in their cornerState Senator Tony Avella. Avella has actively spoken out in support of pig ownership, fighting for the animals and seeking to alter the existing health codes.
"He's come across a few constituents who own a pig and weren't aware it was illegal," says Anna Aulova, Communications Director for the senator. "They all testify that the benefits outweigh the cons, so he doesn't agree with the city's classification that pigs are farm animals. Pigs are domesticated and clean, hypoallergenic, and they aren't all that big, they are not bigger than your average midsized dog."
Avella's bill would still place limits on the size of legal domestic pigs, keeping them under a certain weight and height. The pigs would also be registered just like any other pet, and the pig per household ratio would top out at two.
"The bill hasn't gone too far because the city is against it," says Aulova. "They don't want to alter the health code. They argue that there are no known rabies vaccinations for the pet pigs but since they are not livestock there are no known cases of rabies in pet pigs."
Actually, pigs can contract rabies, but it is very rare.
Avella is not the only New Yorker pushing for the move to allow domestic pigs in the city. A (now closed) Change.org petition was signed by nearly two-thousand pig supporters, and local owners are pushing to change the law for medical reasons, as pigs are often purchased as therapeutic animals.


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Step 1: Materials – Painters Tape – Newspaper – Fine Grit Sandpaper – Palm Sander (optional) – Rustoleum High Heat Spray Paint – Drop cloth – Work Gloves Step 2: Preparation Remove fireplace doors by unfastening four screws in each inside corner. Mine had thumbscrews, so it was easy to do without any tools. Cut… Continue reading Fireplace Door Refresh
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Drapery Pocket
It's always a mystery trying to figure out why a previous homeowner made certain renovation decisions. When we moved in, our basement had a bulkhead that butted right up to the top of the trim around the sliding glass doors: This made it impossible to add any type of window coverings and privacy was a… Continue reading Drapery Pocket
Blueprint Art
I have to admit that most of the walls in our house are bare. I believe that artwork for the home should be personal and representative of its dwellers. It takes me forever to find the right subject matter to represent the family and also fit our design aesthetic. Having a background in architecture and… Continue reading Blueprint Art
Kitchen – Before and After
After eleven weeks of construction action and inaction, the kitchen is finally finished. We've been using the new space for two weeks and couldn't be happier. Although we didn't make many major changes, the new layout is more efficient, feels more spacious, and has improved our day-to-day living. Pictures below: We chose a combination of… Continue reading Kitchen – Before and After
Solar Eclipse 2017
The empty kitchen presents the perfect opportunity to set up our DIY solar eclipse viewer! Instructions for this can be found at DIY Eclipse Viewer.
Demolition Day
Demolition officially kicked off today! We are now kitchenless over the next several weeks. We were able to relocate our old refrigerator to the basement and set up a makeshift kitchenette. Other appliances will be donated to Habitat for Humanity. Our contractor seems great so far. The only hiccup is a delayed dumpster delivery, so… Continue reading Demolition Day
Kitchen Plan
The existing kitchen has adequate storage space, but counter prep space is lacking due to a choppy layout (door to carport, entrance from vestibule, and entrance from dining room) and unusable corner: The new layout provides more continuous counter space next to the relocated sink and wider counters on either side of the stove:


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Getting Ready for a Big Harvest
This harvest will no doubt yield a bumper crop. Concerned about storage capacity? The following is refresher on temporary & emergency storage solutions from the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship Grain Warehouse Bureau:
Temporary storage:
- August 1 to May 1 – eligible for extension
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- Base of concrete, asphalt or at least 4 inches of compacted limestone
- Covered by tarp
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- Not more than 14% corn or 13% soybean moisture
- Not more than 50% of permanent licensed storage capacity unless the eligibility for extension is waived and IDALS agrees.
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- August 1 to May 1 – eligible for extension
- At least 8.5 mil thickness on the bags, white in color
- Placement on concrete, asphalt, compacted limestone or bladed dirt, free of puncture hazards
- Corn only at 14% maximum moisture
- Not more than 30% of permanent licensed storage capacity.
Emergency storage:
- August 1 to January 31 – Not eligible for extension
- Placement on concrete, asphalt or at least 4 inches of compacted limestone
- Corn only at 15% maximum moisture
- $2.00 per authorized bushel in surety bond or irrevocable letter of credit
- Not more than 30% of permanent licensed storage capacity
Company owed:
- The above guidelines are for full license coverage, including customer-owned stored grain. A warehouse operator may place paid and unpaid company owned grain on the ground without consultation with or approval of the Grain Warehouse Bureau as long as the grain is removed from the daily position record.
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The NAIC recognizes organizations, investment professionals and senior executives who have demonstrated personal achievement, passion and dedication each year during its Annual Private Equity & Hedge Fund Conference. Also honored are those groundbreaking deals orchestrated by visionary diverse managers.
The Deal of the Year AwardNAIC's Deal of the Year Award is presented to a team that has completed a deal best representing the tremendous insight, extraordinary talent, and investment opportunities resident within the U.S. Emerging Domestic Market.
2018 Winner:Clearlake Capital: Sale of Sage Automotive
2017 Winner:Grain Management: Investment in spectrum licenses owned by Cincinnati Bell
2016 Winner:One Rock Capital Partners: Sale of Dixie Electric LLC
2015 Winner:Clearlake Capital: Sale of majority stake in PrimeSport Holdlings
CSW Private Equity: Sale of Sqwincher Holdings, LLC
RLJ Equity Partners: Acquisition of Fleischmann's Vinegar
Sycamore Partners: Recapitalization of Talbots, Inc.
2014 Winners:Grain Management: Acquisition/leases of wireless spectrum licenses
Palladium Equity Partners: Sale of ABRA Auto Body & Glass
HCP & Company: Sale of NYX Cosmetics
ICV Partners: Sale of Marshall Retail Group
2013 Winners:Palladium Equity Partners: Sale of 69% stake in Regional Management Corp
Siris Capital Group, LLC: Sale of Tekelec Inc., to Oracle


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Today our beloved country Pakistan celebrates 67th year of liberty and freedom, though we cannot feel a certain zeal and zest for this day among our people. Thanks to the political unrest, the spell of which still resides in our country even after 67 years. My question is: Do you really think that our country is free in a true sense? I would certainly nod in 'No' to this question.
Externally, our country may appear to be savouring complete liberty, but internally we are still entangled in the net of political matters. I really feel sorry for my country. We are blessed with various resources, intellectual minds, and enough spark to take Pakistan to the apex of prosperity, but internal conspiracies are enough to keep us away from leading the country to the heights of success. What a woe that other countries of Pakistan's age are celebrating triumphs, and their people are leading a pacific life. What a woe that on 14th August we are seeing our people hoisting the flags of political parties they belong to. What a woe that roads are quiet and we cannot witness the 'adrenaline of independence' among the youth.
ALLAH has blessed us with the freedom of living freely in our country, but the political conspiracies have made Pakistan contained, with various areas blocked on the Independence Day. I do not belong to any political party. I have nothing to do with any of them. But I do belong to Pakistan, I love my country, and wish to see it prosper. Don't you think 67 years are enough to lead a country to the zeniths of success?
It's really abysmal to see long marches on television on this day. How shameful it is that people are raising catchphrases of naya Pakistan (new Pakistan). There is no point in making or even thinking about any naya Pakistan when we cannot handle 67 years old Pakistan. I really have 'sorry sentiments' for the current chaos in our beloved country, which is why I am lettering a serious post on this day, though it should have been something other way round.
I request all the political parties to let go personal preferences. Stop making fool out of Pakistanis. They have had enough through all these 67 years of so-called freedom. It's time to be combined and amalgamated. It's time to leave behind narrow-mindedness and put in efforts to make Pakistan a happy state, both internally and externally.
And how can we forget our brothers and sisters in Palestine, who are battling the predicaments of Israel's attacks on them. Don't you think that we need to stand up against the brutal massacre of innocent children in Gaza? Don't you have any sentiment to share with those mothers who are forced to see the bloodbath of their children? Why, why are we still stuck in non-value-adding issues, when we have really serious matters to mull? We should be thankful to ALLAH that our country and its denizens are not facing any such issues.
It's time to stand united, it's time to show condolence to all the Muslims around the world who are alien to the very taste of freedom.
I pray to ALLAH for the happiness of Pakistanis and the whole Muslim Ummah.
Once again, Happy Independence Day, cherish it!
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Nice Blog ,
Ay Khudaa Amman ho bus her jagah
aj to hai bus yehi dua,
Ye Puri ho Ameen
Dear Salman,
Thank you for liking the post.
May ALLAH bless our country with happiness and prosperity. Aameen
You are right first we have to put all our efforts to make it strong n united rather than thinking about "Naya Pakistan" n may ALLAH endow us with courage n sincere for becoming a united nation.
Dear Zainab,
We really need to be united for the benefit of our beloved country.
Thank you taking time to comment.
Good blog,
May ALLAH BLESS our Pakistan, our country progress in everything, and in everywhere. ALLAH give us peace& unconditional love for all.
Thank you Miss Fareeha for taking time to comment. May ALLAH bless our country with prosperity. Aameen….


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GOP Shifts Stand On Homosexuality Issues
GOP Shifts Stand On Homosexuality Issues
One group calling for the repeal of "don't ask, don't tell" is the Log Cabin Republicans — a group working within the GOP on gay and lesbian issues. Rich Tafel is a founder and former chairman of that organization. He tells Linda Wertheimer that despite the current debate, he thinks some issues dealing with homosexuality are not quite the hot button issues for Republicans that they have been in other election seasons.
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One group calling for the repeal of Don't Ask, Don't Tell is the Log Cabin Republicans - a group working within the Republican Party on gay and lesbian issues. Rich Tafel is the founder and former chairman of that group. He says that despite the current debate, he thinks some issues dealing with homosexuality are not quite the hot buttons for Republicans that they have been in other election seasons.
RICH TAFEL: Right before this election is a really bad time to measure the change in the party. For example, John McCain, who ran in a primary to beat a right wing conservative, has shifted his positions on this. I met with John McCain in 1993 when he told me, this is going to go away in a couple of years. And so when you have somebody like John McCain saying right before the election that he's going to make a big issue of this, I have a feeling Don't Ask, Don't Tell is being brought up by both parties as a way to gin up the base right before the election.
WERTHEIMER: What about gay marriage? There are no anti-gay marriage initiatives on ballots, as far as I know, in this mid-term election season. A CNN opinion research poll last month found that nearly half of all Americans think the constitution does provide same sex couples the right to be married. This is the first time that gay marriage dissenters slipped into the minority in the CNN poll. I wonder about that issue. Do you think that issue is dead?
TAFEL: I think what's fascinating to me - I would have never expected this, because in 1996, for example, I was involved in a series of debates on gay marriage, and the gay community criticized me for pushing an issue that was way before its time. Don't even talk about it. It's a loser. But the Christian right groups I debated at the time, said we really love this issue because this is where we're really sticking our flag. We know we'll never lose on marriage. And so to see the issue shift this dramatically in this short period of time, surprises even me. It's really pretty exciting to watch. Now at the end of the day, politicians are about winning elections, and they can feel the changes taking place in the culture.
WERTHEIMER: Why is the issue going away?
TAFEL: Well, it was a big experiment in the Republican Party for a decade - over a decade, which was the fiscally conservative, less government, free market party was going to become the family value, social conservative party. And it sort of switched identities. And I think, actually, the rise of the Tea Party and the loss of moderates and independents has been a signal to the party that hey, there's a lot of people out there who's issues are fiscal issues, less government, possibly the military issues, and probably pretty libertarian on a lot of social issues. Those folks have been lost and now they're coming back in different ways, they're finding their way back. And I think the social issues folks have lost.
WERTHEIMER: So Glenn Beck says that gay marriage is not a threat to the country. Ann Coulter, who is a conservative political commentator.
TAFEL: Um-hum, um-hum.
WERTHEIMER: Speaks at a gay Republican event; Senator John Cornyn who is a Republican - chairman of the Republican Campaign Committee in the Senate speaking at your fundraiser for the Log Cabin Republicans. It's beginning to sound like you've won.
TAFEL: Washington political leaders are really not leaders. They're always followers. They always follow the culture. And so they're slowly catching up. So what's interesting, is we'll probably have a more partisan Senate and House this next cycle, because the lessons will have been if you compromise, you lose. But, in there, you think wow, they're dramatically anti-gay stuff going to come up. No, because I think the culture has shifted, and for a lot of fiscal conservatives, the gay issue is simply not an issue.
WERTHEMIER: Rich Tafel is a minister. He's a political consultant, and he is the former executive director and founder of the Log Cabin Republicans. Thank you very much for coming in.
TAFEL: My pleasure, thank you.
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The Current State of Digital Experiences: Are Businesses Failing Customers?
Lucas Jones | October 20, 2016
Lucas Jones | October 20, 2016
New technologies and the ability to easily access information has empowered customers like never before. Today's consumers are more expectant of brands and are not afraid to shop elsewhere if they have not had a good experience. With customer experience becoming an increasingly important differentiator for businesses competing in the online marketplace, they need to adapt or face falling behind.
Think back to your last online interaction with a business - would you describe it as a memorable experience?
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A strong earthquake occurred in the same region that devastated the coast of Japan in 2011 with a destructive tsunami. A 6.0 magnitude earthquake was registered off the coast of Miyagi, 50 kilometers below the seabed. This was near the location of the Fukushima earthquake in 2011, which registered 9.0.
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Diving into Vim/gVim on Windows; How I customized Vim to edit HTML, CSS, Javascript and PHP w/ ZenCoding, SnipMate, Surround and DelimiMate
I have released my gVim configuration as an installable application for windows, check it out: Aubrey's gVim
It all started with an annoyance with Notepad++, the CTRL+Y (Redo) key was not working and a NetTuts screencast. About two months ago I complained about VIM, yet I still have an itch to use it. I spent all day yesterday trying to get Vim going, and today I find myself frustrated again. Vim is very customizable, something I really like. But, that customization should 'just work,' hell I can't even get a plugin installed correctly!
I installed a few different forks of Vim (called Cream) and a few vimrc/plugin combinations. But, I have currently reverted to base install gVim/Vim for Windows and started fresh. I will share my finding below.
- This video helped me figure out plugins and how Vim uses folders and files. I used this video as a guide to install (and understand) pathogen and install ZenCoding.
- I installed vim and selected for it to create plugin folders for me.
- I had to create a
vimfilesfolder in
c:Program FilesVim
- I had to create a
autoloadfolder in
c:Program FilesVimvimfiles
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autoloadfolder and edited
c:Program FilesVim_vimrc
Note, I edited it with Vim and had to do a command (
:w!) to force it to write.
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bundlein the
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Zencoding.zipto the
bundlefolder. This should automatically load your plugin since I installed pathogen.
- Loaded gVim and typed
- ZenCoding gave me hell, real hell, because I couldn't figure out how to expand the abbreviations. But, after a little digging around, I found out
<c-y>means type:
CTRL+Ythen a comma (
,). I have a feeling Vim explanations like this are going to cause me not to use Vim. It worked though.
- I opted to install more plugins, starting with snipMate.
- I extracted snipmate.zip contents to my Desktop and copied them to the
bundlefolder I created. It worked well.
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test.cfile and typed
ifor instert, typed
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After all, I deleted the original snipMate and replaced it with a fork by spf13. I just downloaded the file (instead of using Git) and put it in my
bundlefolder (remember to delete snipmate folder if you did the above steps.
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- The first was the colors. Once I installed it into the
bundlefolder, I could use (in gVim) the command ":color bluegreen". For a list of the color schemes, I found this.
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c:Program FilesVim_vimrcfile and added "color bluegreen".
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- Then I got to tcomment, and discovered (once I followed the install directions, not putting it in my bundle folder) that it seems to have installed in
C:Program FilesVimvimfilesbundleColorSamplerPackautoload, which is kind of weird.
- I installed HTML AutoCloseTag, but not with the bundle way, that did not work. I followed the install directions (putting it in
C:Program FilesVimvimfilesftplugin) and it worked. I typed <body> and it would </body> and put my cursor in the middle.
- I added
au FileType xhtml,xml,php so c:/Program Files/Vim/vimfiles/ftplugin/html_autoclosetag.vimto my
_vimrcfile to make it work in PHP files also, because often I an doing PHP/HTML coding in a single PHP file.
- I added
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- I installed delimitMate, which gives you auto completion of
",',[,{,(etc. I used the bundle method for that and downloaded the zip file; I did not use Git.
- At this point, I was happy with the plugins I had.
- The first was the colors. Once I installed it into the
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- I noticed CTRL+V worked for paste! Although I did want to use Vim, I did not want to ignore my normal keys. CTRL+C,V,X, etc and the arrows.
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set autoindent set smartindent set tabstop=4 set shiftwidth=4 set showmatch set guioptions-=T set vb t_vb= set ruler set incsearch set virtualedit=all
- Again, I had to do a :w! to write the file in Vim since it was in C
:Program FilesVim.
- I found this _vimrc file which had a lot of custom things I wanted. I added these to my
_vimrcfile. I did not overwrite my
_vimrcfile, just took what I wanted out of it.
set number set guifont=Consolas:h10.5 "set guioptions+=b "show horizontal scroll bar set ttyfast set ignorecase set list set listchars=tab:>-,trail:- set showmode
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~backupfiles that were getting created, annoying! I added
set backupdir=c:tempto my
_vimrcfile and they were all stored in
c:temp. I like the idea of having a backup, just not in the folder I am working in.
- At this point I was actually editing my
And now to see how it goes. I am going to create a separate post for this, but I am going to ZIP up my Vim folder and offer it as a start-off solution. I am probably going to use Vim/gVim for a couple days to edit HTML, CSS, Javascript and PHP and see if it works well first.


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Summer is just around the corner and there is no better way to take advantage of the summer heat than hitting the most iconic and one of the largest water parks in Asia! Last week, I was able to try out the wonderful and thrilling attractions at Aqua Planet in Clark, Pampanga and the experience was truly one for the books. It is nothing like your usual swimming resort. There is a variety of pools and rides to choose from that will make your visit the ultimate summer adventure! At Aqua Planet, you will experience the most exciting and blood pumping water slides and attractions!
In this post, I will share with you the twists and turns in the water park to give you an overview of how everything is from the inside. I will also give out some tips so you can make the best out of your visit!
About Aqua Planet
Located in Clark Freeport Zone, Pampanga, Aqua Planet is the newest and biggest water theme park that offers state-of-the-art 38 water rides and attractions. It features exciting slides which are perfect for thrill-seekers who are looking for a unique adventure this summer! Spending a day at Aqua Planet will surely give you an experience of a lifetime filled with fun, excitement, and a whole new level of adrenaline rush!
Pre Travel Guide
Where to book tickets?
To enjoy a hassle-free booking, I highly recommend that you book your tickets in advance via Klook. They are the only online ticket partner of Aqua Planet. In fact, they offer the cheapest price guaranteed! This means you get to have the VIP treatment at the most affordable price!
Moreover, the best thing about purchasing through Klook is that you can skip the long lines! Klook has exclusive lanes especially for those who availed tickets through Klook. The water park tends to be jampacked during peak season, so it is best to book with Klook to save a lot of time and money. Klook provides guaranteed slots and priority lines for discounted rates!
Other Options:
- Walk In
- You may also purchase your tickets directly at the main entrance. However, the admission ticket fees at their regular prices.
- Website
- If you are interested to book for large groups, you may inquire at their website. Simply go here: https://www.aquaplanet.ph/corporate-sales and input the necessary information.
- Slide and Soak (4 ft. and above): 950 PHP
- Drop and Splash (below 4 ft.): 750 PHP
- Slide and Soak (4 ft. and above): 1180 PHP
- Drop and Splash (below 4 ft.): 980 PHP
- Bubblies Cabana: 3,000 PHP (good for 15 people)
- Beach Cabana: 3,500 PHP (good for 15 people)
- Palmera and Island Cabana: 5,000 PHP (good for 25 people)
- LOCKERS: 200 PHP (whole day)
At the main entrance, you will be given an RFID wristband. This will serve as your pass to all the attractions. In addition, Aqua Planet boasts of its cashless transactions, so you will also use the wristband to buy food or purchase souvenirs inside the water park. You may load at the Refill/Refund Station near the main entrance. If you were not able to use everything up in your RFID wristband, you may refund your money before you go. How awesome is that! This saves us from the hassle and worry of carrying around bulky purses and wallets. You can just focus on exploring and enjoying the water park more! And anytime you need to purchase something, all you need to do is tap your wristband!
When to visit?
- Summer: While the water park is open all year round, swimming is most enjoyable during summer. However, it is most definitely packed with people during summer, so I advise that you opt for the off-peak season. Just be mindful of the weather in case you decide to go during rainy season. Always make sure that it is safe to travel or not.
- Weekdays: If you have free time on weekdays, go on a weekday to fully maximize your visit without having to endure the large crowds as Aqua Planet tends to be jam-packed on weekends.
- In the end, it still depends on your preference. I will just reiterate how large crowds can affect your visit because the more people there are, the longer you have to wait in line for the attractions. So, you might want to consider going on days which are more likely off-peak.
How to get there?
- By Commute:
- Board a bus in Pasay or Cubao. Tell the conductor to drop you off at Dau-Mabalacat. Travel time is about 2 hours depending on the traffic. The fare costs about 150 Php per head. From the terminal, ride a jeep to Bayanihan Terminal for 9 Php. It will take you less than 10 minutes to get there. Then, ride the Blue Jeep with the Aqua Planet Logo.
- From Trinoma, take the P2P bus to SM Clark. The fare is 200 Php and travel time will take about 1 hour and 30 minutes. Walk to the Bayanihan Terminal then ride the Blue Jeep with the Aqua Planet logo.
- By Private Car:
- Use navigation apps like Google Maps or Waze.
What to bring
Here is a list of essentials that you should have with you when you visit Aqua Planet:
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- Underwater camera
- Towel
- Toiletries
- Extra clothes
What not to bring
Meanwhile, here is a list of things that are prohibited inside the water park:
- Outside food and drinks
- Cigarettes and/or e-cigarettes
- Weapons
- Toy guns
- Drugs or other illegal substances
- Floaters
- Tables, chairs, umbrellas
- Drones
How to make your visit worthwhile?
Aqua Planet is a massive water park. Aside from the fact that the place is always packed with large crowds, you can actually get lost in the enormity of Aqua Planet. In order to maximize your time well, it is helpful that you already know which route to take.
My number one tip is to learn about the attractions ahead of time so you would know which are the ones that you will be interested in. Once you are aware of how the slides and attractions are arranged by areas, you will notice that it is actually possible to roam around the whole water park by wisely following your pre-planned route.
I personally divided the waterpark into four equally exciting areas. I will describe what you can expect from each to help you decide which one will be the most enjoyable for you.
1st area:
The first area consists of the Octopus Racers, Flow Rider, and the Kiddie Zone—which also has its sub areas mainly the Mermaid Bay, Orc Lagoon, and Bubble Base. Octopus Racers are tubular slides which eventually opens up towards the middle of the ride. There are six slides which you can simultaneously use with your friends to see who reaches the water first! It's so fun! You may also ride the artificial waves at the Flow Rider! If you have children with you, make sure to bring them to the Bubble Base which is the first kiddie wave pool in the country! There are different kinds of waves which they will surely find enjoyable!
- Attractions: Octopus Racers, Flow Rider, Kiddie Zone (Mermaid Bay, Orc Lagoon, Bubble Base
- My favorite: Octopus Racers! I love the thrill of gliding down an enclosed slide at first, only to slide down further an open part towards the end! It is also more fun to be doing this simultaneously with your friends, as you will never know who goes down first!
2nd area:
This area comprises of the Wave River—which is perfect for those who just want to chill and be carried around by artificial tides; Hurricane—which is an exhilarating slide that goes through a series of twists and curves; and the Boogie Bay—where you can try bodyboarding!
- Attractions: Wave River, Hurricane, Boogie Bay
- My favorite: I loved Hurricane the most! It is certainly not for the faint-hearted. Every twist and turn is truly unexpected!
3rd area:
This is my most favorite area. It has all the fun-filled and thrilling attractions! First things first, ride the waves and enjoy eight different kinds of waves that Aqua Planet offers. Then, head straight to the Super Bowl and prepare to spin around along with your friends! The Sky Shuttle, on the other hand, is also one of the most exciting rides in the water park as it will toss you into the air and pull back down in a matter of seconds. True to its name, the Tornado will send you spinning and turning as if you are caught in the middle of an actual tornado.
- Attractions: Wave Pool, Super Bowl, Sky Shuttle, Tornado
- My favorite: I love how the Tornado and Super Bowl sent me screaming and hanging on to my dear life! If you are a thrill-seeker, you should definitely not miss these two rides in particular!
4th area:
Cap off your water park adventure by spiraling down the loops and turns of the Spiral Slide and brave the Aqua Loop which will begin at the terrifying yet exciting trapdoor experience before you fall 100 meters into a 360-degree loop.
- Attractions: Aqua Loop, Spiral Slide
- My favorite: One of the rides that you should also try is the Spiral Slides! It is not your typical slide which just normally goes straight downward. This one is definitely more for the adrenaline junkies out there!
Shops and restaurants
The water park has a shopping boutique called Aqua Market where you can shop for Aqua Planet merchandise and all sorts of souvenirs. In case you have forgotten to bring something, you may check out the Bubble Shop and they might have what you need. When it comes to the food, there are a number of food outlets scattered around the entire water park which makes snacks and meals very accessible wherever you may be. I think the items in the shops are affordable and there are a lot of options to choose from. Everything is bright and colorful which I really love! When it comes to food, the choices are delicious enough to fill your empty tummies! We ordered Sisig and Beef Caldereta and I loved it! It's just what you need after a whole day of exhausting water adventures. There are food outlets located in each of the four areas that I mentioned. They are very noticeable and easily accessible. The price of regular meals costs around 100 PHP to 250 PHP per person. If you want to share snacks for the group, you may also do so. A pizza costs around 500 PHP.
- Where to book: Klook
- Operating hours: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Website: www.aquaplanet.ph
- E-mail: firstname.lastname@example.com
- Contact number: +63456498500
- Social Media: Facebook | Instagram
In general, I truly enjoyed my quick yet wonderful visit to Aqua Planet! The pools and slides are world-class and the facilities and well-maintained. The entrance fee is so worth it. I had such a great time and I'm sure you will, too! If you haven't got any plans for summer yet, do not forget to put Aqua Planet on your list!
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Election Commission is declaring dates for President of India Election on Wednesday. Chief Election Commissioner Nasim Zaidi told in the press conference, "The current President Pranab Mukherjee's tenure ends on July 24. Before that, voting will be done on 17th July and counting on July 20. For the presidential election, there is a secret ballot voting." NDA's position for the presidential election is strong after the assembly elections of 5 states. NDA needs only 20 thousand votes to make President of their choice. For that, he needs those non-NDA and non-UPA parties, who have not decided which way they will go. Their vote share is about 13%. The same vote will decide who the next president will be of choice. What else did the commission say?
- Chief Election Commissioner said that political parties can not issue any whip to their members and assembly members about the presidential election. Counting of votes will be held in Delhi. The Election Commission will announce the winner of the presidential election.
- He said that 13 seats of the Rajya Sabha and the Assembly are vacant. The decision on the 10 seats in the Rajya Sabha will be taken after the presidential election.
Here is Presidential Election Schedule:
Election Commission Notification: June 14
Last date for filing nomination: 28 June
Nomination scrutiny: June 29
Last date for withdrawal of nomination: 1 July
Voting (if required): July 17, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Counting (if required): July 20, 11 o'clock
Value of Vote:
Each vote has its own value according to the law of proportional representation system adopted in the President election.
The value of the votes of MPs is certain, but the value of votes of legislators depends on the population of different states.
As the price of a legislator from Uttar Pradesh, the most populous state in the country, is 208, then Sikkim's vote value is only seven in the least populous state.
The value of each MP's vote is 708.
There are 776 MPs in India now. 543 Lok Sabha MPs and 233 Rajya Sabha MPs.
The total value of votes of 776 MPs is 5,49,408 (about five and a half million)
Number of legislators in India is 4120
The collective vote of all these legislators is 5,49,474 (about five and a half million)
Thus, there are total votes in the presidential election – 10,98,882 (about 11 lakh)


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Who is eligible to apply?
Any writer who does not have an agent and has a complete (or very nearly complete) manuscript. If you have self-published, you may enter but not with the self-published manuscript. Same for those published with small presses.
How does it work?
Writers will fill in the application form that goes live on 4th May. They will apply to 3 mentors. Each mentor will receive all of their applications, review them and decide which writer they feel they can help the most during the mentoring period.
What do I need to submit?
You will need to submit a query letter, synopsis (1 page, single-spaced) and first 2,500 words (if you're first chapter is longer you may finish it).
You will also need to answer the questions on the application form. This will give our mentors an idea of why you need mentoring and the specific help you think you need.
Can I continue to query if I apply?
Yes, but you must tell us immediately if you receive an offer of representation. We would also ask that if you are selected, then you wait until the agent round to send out more queries. We simply feel this will improve your chances if you wait until the mentoring period is complete. However, we want all of you to succeed and would never dictate that you can't continue to query.
Which agents will be taking part in the showcase?
We are currently contacting agents and already have several who have committed. We will let you know once this list is complete.
Can I ask specific mentors questions about what they're looking for?
Absolutely. We will have a mentor Q&A timetable, which will be published. At those times indicated you can ask questions, using the #WriteMentor hashtag and they will answer.
Of course, at any time you can contact me to ask more general questions. @swhitewriting
Why is each mentor offering something different?
Every mentor has different time commitments during the mentoring period and we wanted to balance helping writers with the mentors time. The mentors all have their own books to write, so it's only fair we give them a chance to balance mentoring with their own writing.
We have focussed on the most important parts, the letter, synopsis and first 3 chapters as the basic package and we feel that the mentoring you receive on these elements should give you a basis to go on and revise the entire manuscript. Some mentors will be willing to stay in touch after and answer questions to help you through the rest of the manuscript. But you'll need to ask each individual. This is what #WriteMentor Q&A will be for.
What happens if my mentor doesn't think my work is at a sufficient standard to present?
We will work hard to ensure this is not the case. For example, when selecting mentees we will only go with manuscripts which we feel we can help within the mentoring period. As with everything in this industry, there is no guarantee of anything and with how subjective it is, we cannot make assurances about the outcome. All we hope for is that everyone selected will improve both their manuscript, but more importantly in the long-term, will have learned more about craft and revising and preparing a manuscript for querying.
What if I get a mentor I didn't apply to?
We will share/pass on manuscripts to other mentors if we feel it would be a better fit. Therefore, there's a possibility of this happening. If it does, we will ask the mentee before the announcement if they are happy with this.
What happens if I find I don't work well with my mentor?
Each mentor has outlined their mentoring style, what they want in a mentee and there is the opportunity to ask more about these in the #WriteMentor Q&A. However, if we find that this is the case, there is no obligation to continue to working with the mentor. This is a completely voluntary process, for both parties, so if you no longer wish to work with a mentor, just let us know. But it is our hope that this will not be the case. If the issue is beyond a compatibility one and there is harassment or bullying, please report this immediately to @swhitewriting. We have an anti bullying and harassment policy here. It is our sincerest hope that this will never happen. We want #WriteMentor to work for both the mentor and mentee and for the relationships that form to be meaningful and long-lasting.
What if I don't get any requests from agents?
As we all know – and I have 100s of rejections to prove it – it's a subjective industry. So there are no guarantees of agents requesting. This is true no matter your approach. We will do all we can during the mentoring period to improve your chances but we're also realistic and so we can promise nothing, I'm afraid.
Can I enter other contests while taking part in #WriteMentor?
Yes, we want our writers to progress and ultimately to get an agent and so we want you to get all opportunities available. Most of the other contests do not overlap with #WriteMentor, so this should not be an issue. However, I would strongly recommend that if you are accepted as a mentee in the programme, that you do wait for the agent showcase to conclude. That will be a fantastic opportunity to show off your work with the many affiliated agents.


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Nobody's Fool (Hardcover)
The Life and Times of Schlitzie the Pinhead
Abrams ComicArts, 9781419735011, 256pp.
Publication Date: March 19, 2019
List Price: 24.99*
* Individual store prices may vary.
Nobody's Fool follows the story of Schlitzie's long career—from Coney Island and the Ringling Bros. Circus to small-town carnivals and big-city sideshows—which is one of legend. Today, Schlitzie is most well-known for his appearance in the cult classic Freaks. The making of Freaks and Schlitzie's role in the film is a centerpiece of the book. In researching Schlitzie's life (1901–1971), Griffith has tracked down primary sources and archives throughout the country, including conducting interviews with those who worked with him and had intimate knowledge of his personality, his likes and dislikes, how he responded to being a sideshow "freak," and much more. This graphic novel biography provides never-before-revealed details of his life, offering a unique look into his world and restoring dignity to his life by recognizing his contributions to popular culture.
About the Author
Bill Griffith is the creator of the syndicated daily comic strip Zippy. Griffith's prolific output has been included in such publications as the VillageVoice, National Lampoon, and the New Yorker. According to Bartlett, Griffith coined the popular phrase "Are we having fun yet?" He lives in Hadlyme, Connecticut.
Praise For Nobody's Fool: The Life and Times of Schlitzie the Pinhead…
"…virtuoso comic-strip artist Bill Griffith gives voice to a true outcast — the sideshow attraction born Simon Metz (probably) in the Bronx (probably) in 1901. He fills the biographical lacunae with vivid info on the sideshow life, Hollywood in the '30s, and linework so rich you could eat it… this is an uplifting, wonderfully humane book."
— The New York Times
"The underlying message of Nobody's Fool? I get it—underneath our grandiose opinions of ourselves we're all pinheads and freaks! Nobody's Fool is boffo! The best graphic novel of the year!"
— R. Crumb
"Griffith's graphic biography of sideshow "freak" Schiltzie the pinhead is a captivating labor of love that integrates American sideshow history and autobiographical segments drawn from Griffith's life and research process . . . an astonishing life, beautifully told. Or, as Schlitzie would say, it's boffo!"
"Griffith's graphic biography of sideshow "freak" Schiltzie the pinhead is a captivating labor of love that integrates American sideshow history and autobiographical segments drawn from Griffith's life and research process . . . an astonishing life, beautifully told. Or, as Schlitzie would say, it's boffo!"
— Booklist, Starred Review
"A tender biographical tribute to an artist's inspiration."
— Kirkus Reviews
"With dense cross-hatching and lively, expressive character design, Griffith's art straddles the line between absurdity and realism. Griffith gets at the central paradox at the heart of freak shows: while exploitative and demeaning, the shows created a loving, tight-knit community... Much like in Freaks, the revelation found in this illuminating work is that the true monsters are the "normal" people who line up to laugh at or abuse Schlitzie."
— Publishers Weekly, Starred Review
"Griffith is renowned for his absurdist comic strip Zippy the Pinhead, inspired by Schlitzie's iconic image, and on some level this biography seems to be an attempt at restoring some dignity to a life he's mined for his own purposes. He succeeds wonderfully."
— Library Journal
"This is the book Bill Griffith was destined to make. The tale of Schlitzie the Pinhead is one of surprising triumph—an uplifting and heartfelt portrait of a simple man who finds joy in the strangest of lives. Nobody's Fool is a brilliant and fascinating work by a master storyteller. Bill Griffith is a comics treasure!"
— Derf Backderf, My Friend Dahmer and Trashed
"Griffith is a champion of the overlooked and the out of place, and also an outstanding researcher . . . This kindhearted and thoroughly interesting tribute to the man who inspired Griffith's Zippy is also a history of 20th-century American culture and social mores."
— Christian Science Monitor
"Bill Griffith's artistic investigation into the real life of Schlitzie Surtees in Nobody's Fool is as heartbreaking and poignant as his Zippy the Pinhead is hilarious and clever. The biography manages to be both gorgeous and tragic, a warts-and-all exploration of how this country has treated those with disabilities and challenges, while also being a meditation on the ephemerality of fame. The questions Griffith raises about the nature of exploitation, acceptance, and quality of life are haunting. A masterpiece of the medium."
— Jake Tapper, anchor and chief Washington correspondent, CNN
"A masterpiece of absurdity and humanity. After all these years Schlitzie still triggers laughter and tears."
— Steve Heller, Print
"In Nobody's Fool, published by Abrams ComicArts, Mr. Griffith has achieved a crowning achievement in the comics medium . . . This is one of those remarkable graphic novels that truly takes your breath away. It shares a space with the best that the comics medium has to offer. It's a utterly original and distinctive work of art . . . In the hands of a masterful cartoonist, profound beauty can be found in the darkest of places."
— Comics Grinder
"Bill Griffith is amazing. While continuing to create one of the best daily comic strips, he has also produced a tour de force graphic novel. Nobody's Fool is wonderfully told with affectionate detail and exquisite pen lines—an obvious labor of love."
— Patrick McDonnell, Mutts cartoonist
"The book is a work of arduous, exhaustive research… the accurate illustrations and sensitivity of the author's drawings bring the reader into the story."
— The Brooklyn Daily Eagle
"Griffith has created a tour de force and provided an honest and dignified, but also playful, tribute to Schlitzie…but take in the complexities of Schlitizie's situation and make sure his experience means something now."
— The Beat
"…a sweetly compelling origin story."
— The Village Voice online


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Financial Aid Planning is offered to all interested students upon their first visit to Altoona Beauty School. Our Admissions department can assist you in completing Financial Aid Applications at no cost or obligation weekdays between 8:30am and 4:00pm. If these hours are not convenient, please contact the school office to schedule a later time.
Available Financial Aid
Pell Grants – For the 2019-2020 award year, the maximum amount a student could be eligible for is $6195.00. This is based on student and/or students' parents tax information.
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Monthly Payments – A payment plan can be arranged through Altoona Beauty School based on enrollment time.
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