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Buffalo National River, Arkansas
|Date: May 7-10, 2020
|Sponsor: DDRC
|River: Buffalo National River
|Trip Leader: Dale Harris
|Reach: Buffalo Point to Buffalo City 31 miles
|Phone: 972-814-2633
|Difficulty: Whitewater Class I to II depending on flow * (See scale below)
|E-mail: Dale Harris
|Rendezvous: Buffalo Point Camping Area
|Required Skills: Moving water/Whitewater experience, proper protective gear, canoe camping
|Campground: Canoe Camping "on the river'
|RSVP Required before April 15, 2020
|Trip Description:
We will meet at Buffalo Point canoe launch area on Thursday morning at 9 am to stage boats and run the shuttle. The cost of the shuttle will be divided up among all participants. It is advisable that you come up the day before and spend the night at Buffalo Point as it takes quite a while to get up there.
We will try to average about 10 (ish) miles per day Thursday through Saturday leaving a short paddle to our takeout on Sunday morning.
Bring enough food and water for 4 days and 3 nights on the river. Also note that between Rush Landing and Buffalo City, there are no park facilities, so make sure you have sufficient drinking water and supplies. We will not do Pot Luck dinners on this trip, but some may choose to pool their resources and share meals.
Notice!!!! Bring your plastic boats. Do not bring fragile boats on this trip. We have had boat breakage due to rocks in shallow spots two years in a row. Last year one paddler had to come off the river on Day 1 due to a cracked hull.
The Buffalo is Americas first National River, located in the heart of the southern Ozarks in northern Arkansas. This undammed, free-flowing clearwater river flows through a 135-mile corridor administered by the National Park Service and offers a real sense of wildness and isolation. You will float past towering multi-colored cliffs of limestone and sandstone that reach hundreds of feet above you. Dense forests line the banks, and hidden away in the flanking hollows are springs, caves, waterfalls, natural bridges and box canyons. There are prehistoric and historic cultural sites such as Archaic Indian bluff shelters or early settler cabins, some of which you can get to with a short hike.
Most of the river consists of easy flatwater, but in some sections we may encounter Class I-II rapids. The river is not considered to be technically difficult, but it is recommended that paddlers have had some river running or canoe camping experience. We will run the reach from Buffalo Point to Buffalo City on the White River, about 34 miles.
Be Prepared!
Weather in the Ozarks is changeable and we will be camping on gravel bars on the river away from the public access camping and launch areas. Be prepared for the possibility of rain or freezing weather at night and bring proper gear.
This trip runs rain or shine, provided the river is not flooding.
We will be hiring a shuttle to drop the drivers back at the put in and to drop one or more of our vehicles at the takeout on Sunday. Shuttle cost will be divided among the group.
From Dallas
Take Interstate 30 to the west side of Little Rock, Ar.
Take EXIT 129 to I-430 North
Take EXIT 13B I-40 towards Fort Smith.
Take EXIT 125 US 65 N toward US 65 B/Conway/Greenbrier/Harrison
Keep right at the fork, follow signs for US 65 N and merge on to US 65 N
Follow US 65 N for about 60 miles to Marshall, AR. and turn right on AR 27.
Follow AR 27 to Harriet, AR and turn left on AR 14.
Follow AR 14 to the river, the entrance to Buffalo Point will be about 2 miles past the river on the right.
|* International Scale of River Difficulty
Class I: Easy. Fast moving water with riffles and small waves. Few obstructions, all obvious and easily missed with little training. Risk to swimmers is slight, self-rescue is easy.
Class II: Novice. Straightforward rapids with wide, clear channels which are evident without scouting. Occasional maneuvering may be required, but rocks and medium sized waves are easily missed by trained paddlers. Swimmers are seldom injured and group assistance, while helpful, is seldom needed.
Class III: Intermediate. Rapids with moderate, irregular waves which may be difficult to avoid and which can swamp an open canoe. Complex maneuvers in fast current and good boat control in tight passages or around ledges are often required; large waves or strainers may be present but are easily avoided. Strong eddies and powerful current effects can be found, particularly on large-volume rivers. Scouting is advisable for inexperienced parties. Injuries while swimming are rare; self-rescue is usually easy but group assistance may be required to avoid long swims.
Class IV: Advanced. Intense, powerful but predictable rapids requiring precise boat handling in turbulent water. Depending on the character of the river, it may feature large, unavoidable waves and holes or constricted passages demanding fast maneuvers under pressure. A fast, reliable eddy turn may be needed to initiate maneuvers, scout rapids, or rest. Rapids may require "must" moves above dangerous hazards. Scouting is necessary the first time down. Risk of injury to swimmers is moderate to high, and water conditions may make self-rescue difficult. Group assistance for rescue is often essential but requires practiced skills. A strong eskimo roll is highly recommended.
Class V: Expert. Extremely long, obstructed, or very violent rapids which expose a paddler to above average endangerment. Drops may contain large, unavoidable waves and holes or steep, congested chutes with complex, demanding routes. Rapids may continue for long distances between pools, demanding a high level of fitness. What eddies exist may be small, turbulent, or difficult to reach. At the high end of the scale, several of these factors may be combined. Scouting is mandatory but often difficult. Swims are dangerous, and rescue is difficult even for experts. A very reliable eskimo roll, proper equipment, extensive experience, and practiced rescue skills are essential for survival.
Class VI: Extreme. One grade more difficult than Class V. These runs often exemplify the extremes of difficulty, unpredictability and danger. The consequences of errors are very severe and rescue may be impossible. For teams of experts only, at favorable water levels, after close personal inspection and taking all precautions. This class does not represent drops thought to be unrunnable, but may include rapids which are only occasionally run.
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Learn about tree lopping and discover how and why it is done.
When trees on your property seem to grow out of control, get sick or need to be secured in advance of harsh conditions (such as preparing for an incoming storm season), it is essential to take the necessary steps to maintain them properly and responsibly.
After all, trees are living things: they change over time. They grow, they get sick, and they need to be taken care of accordingly!
Tree lopping is one of the many ways people regularly take care of tree branches that need to be removed for whatever reason. The process involves chopping off tree branches to stubs, as well as erasing lateral branches that are not essential growth points for the tree.
As one of the most important aspects of tree caring, lopping is often considered important. People may choose to lop trees for various reasons, including a wide variety of practical and aesthetic purposes.
Aesthetic tree lopping
Tree lopping can help people have more control over the look of their trees by lopping branches. An experienced lopper can use the technique to create pleasing shapes with the branches or control the figure of the tree itself. In some cases, people even cut or trim branches to make them look prettier. A typical example is the practice of "lion tailing," which involves removing the side branches from a single branch, except the ones at the very end, for a nice, fairytale-like look.
In some cases, aesthetic tree looping should be avoided. While it may look gorgeous, it might decrease the stability of a tree and cause issues in case of weathering. Lopping could also potentially undermine the health of a tree for various reasons, but more importantly, because trees may lose up a lot of their foliage through the practice. As you may know, leaves are vital to a tree, because they allow it to process nutrients. Without enough leaves, the tree may quite literally starve itself and deteriorate. Weaker trees, in turn, are known to be more prone to parasite infestations or other problems.
Pruning trees could a great way to help them grow stronger if the job is done well.
A professional tree maintenance service provider will indeed enhance the health and stability of the tree, as lopping could allow new branches to grow correctly. If you have fruit or flower-bearing trees, you'll also be happy to know that lopping could add many other perks. By removing dead limbs, you will be able to enhance the tree's wellness, because dead wood is often an appealing "host" to insects, moulds, fungi or bugs that may undermine the tree, its fruits or flowers.
When trees get too weak beyond saving or get too ill to be treated with lopping or other maintenance methods, it might be recommended to consider a prompt tree removal service. A weak, dead tree could become a serious concern, as it may potentially damage your property or hurt people around it. An unattended dead tree could be a disaster waiting to happen, so don't leave it without investigating.
It is also customary for homeowners to remove dead trees ahead of the storm season to stay safe and gain some peace of mind. Getting struck by a fallen branch is everyone's worse nightmare!
Dead trees can sometimes lead to fastidious pest infestations on your property, and in some cases, they could affect your home too.
For example, it is quite common for dead branches or trunks to become colonized by terminates. These voracious bugs feed on wood and decaying plant matter – and they could just as easily move over to taste a little bit of your home's wooden parts or your fences!
You could also consider lopping or removing a tree for the sake of your lawn. Have you noticed any nasty, arid-looking yellow patches growing in close proximity to the tree? This could possibly happen because tall trees can prevent light or nutrients from reaching the grass properly, causing it to look unhealthy.
The practical reasons behind tree lopping
Of all the many reasons why people perform tree lopping operations, protecting their homes and their folks is by far the most prominent.
Safety is arguably the main reason why people perform tree trimming, lopping, and other pruning operations.
Tall trees might cause some concern, as they might damage your estate or the property of a neighborhood. Tall trees might also be less stable during storms or extreme wind conditions, which could cause them to fall or drop branches dangerously.
In some cases, tree lopping might be the only viable solution to treat a diseased tree. By removing affected areas on time, you will be able to stop the spread of whatever affliction is undermining the health of your tree, and treat the tree's health condition, much like a doctor prescribing medication to a patient!
Taking proper care of your trees and lawn can also increase the value of your home. People who are looking to sell, rent or lease their property should never underestimate the importance of healthy-looking plants and trees.
A decaying tree and an unkempt lawn have a slovenly look that might detract buyers, upset neighbors and cause hazard concern. Moreover, it is not a great way to add more appeal to your home!
To avoid issues and make sure to get the job done right, it is imperative to put your trees in the experienced hands of a professional provider.
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On friday 20th July 2018 my sisters house was involved in a fire causing her kitchen to be ruined and causing extensive smoke damage throughout her house and to the majority of there personal belongings. Although we have tried to clean and get the house back to a habital state its in need of proffesional cleaning and decorating.
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Poland as a Developed Market: Our Takeaways from Bloomberg Live
Poland is not the same country it was 20 years ago.
It is the 8th largest economy in the European Union and the largest among the central European members.
Last week, C-level members of top Polish companies met at Bloomberg's European Headquarters. Together, they laid out the future landscape of the Polish economy, highlighting shared hopes and challenges. Polish PM Mateusz Morawiecki delivered the opening address at the event.
One of the executives present was Maciej Dziergwa, CEO of STX Next, who discussed Poland's new status as part of the "View from the C-Suite" panel.
He was joined by:
- Anna Rulkiewicz, CEO of LUX MED, the largest network of private medical clinics in Poland;
- Paweł Przewięźlikowski, CEO of Selvita, a global drug discovery company for the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries;
- Martin Balawajder, CFO of 11 bit studios, the game development company behind such titles as Frostpunk and This War of Mine.
If you're interested in a full recap of the discussion, look no further than Bloomberg's recording of the panel:
But the panel is only part of the story, and of the lessons we've learned.
Here are some of our key takeaways about Poland's future after the Bloomberg event.
About the event
Charting Poland's Future: Spotlight on Growth & Innovation took place on September 25 at Bloomberg's new European headquarters in London.
The main driving force behind the event was Poland's recent reclassification from Emerging to Developed Market by a leading index provider, FTSE Russell.
Charting Poland's Future served to illustrate the impressions of Polish C-level executives following the reclassification, and discuss its impact on the economic future of Poland.
What we learned from Charting Poland's Future
Among the many takeaways from the Bloomberg event, here are a few that have made the strongest impression on us.
Reclassification is a double-edged sword
Poland's new status as a Developed Market brings with it a flurry of direct and indirect consequences.
A large part of the discussion at Charting Poland's Future was centered around the advantages and disadvantages of the change.
One reason for this initial scepticism are the cases of Turkey and Korea, whose stock exchange indices declined for 10 years following a similar reclassification.
Poland is facing tremendous opportunities
Developed Market status influences investors and their risk perception. To many, Poland will now be the next market to invest in.
As a result, Polish entrepreneurs can look forward to a greater interest from foreign funds and potentially greater capital inflows.
.@STXNext "Now #Poland has the #reclassification there is more capital and the chance to grow fast with the developed market status. We need to work out how to we create the framework for better regulation and investors" #ChartingPolandsFuture #Poland #PolandEconomicGrowth pic.twitter.com/u5ApQYZvPo— Bloomberg Live (@BloombergLive) September 25, 2018
Moving from a familiar pond into uncharted waters
A new position on the European market brings more challenging competition with it.
Matthew Harris, our Director of Business Development, summarized the change with a metaphor:
"Poland will move from being a big fish in a small pond on the FTSE Emerging All Cap Index to competing with a group of heavyweights that form the world's most developed markets" - Matthew Harris
To put the scale of the change into perspective:
- Poland's weight on its previous FTSE Emerging All Cap Index was 1.33%;
- now on the FTSE Developed All Cap Index, it will be only 0.154%.
The Polish C-Suite agrees on 3 main challenges
During the "View from the C-Suite" panel at the Bloomberg event, CEOs and representatives of top Polish companies pointed out a few shared pain points:
1. Rapidly changing regulations are a headache
One issue that Maciej Dziergwa pointed out were the volatile Polish tax regulations that made it difficult to reliably process financials.
Paweł Przewięźlikowski, CEO of Selvita, agreed:
"We need a more stable tax regime in #Poland" when asked by @marketsmarkus about challenges of the #reclassification @przewiezlikowsk @SelvitaKrakow #ChartingPolandsFuture #Poland #reclassification #PolandEconomy #EconomyInPoland #PolandEconomicGrowth pic.twitter.com/A2tCRZmVWN— Bloomberg Live (@BloombergLive) September 25, 2018
2. Poland needs to create more global brands—and become one itself
Many Polish companies still lack a global presence, and may become outpaced by international competition.
Although outliers like Allegro and CD Projekt Red exist (and have been mentioned by the panelists), more will be needed to secure Poland's spot on the international market.
Moreover, the panelists agreed that Poland needs to build a global brand for itself to become associated with desirable industries and technologies.
3. Lack of workforce is slowing growth
Unemployment in Poland is at a record low, but that's not exactly good news for business.
Maciej Dziergwa commented that, "You simply don't see unemployed people in Poland," and called for a new model to both invite immigrants and entice nationals back.
Martin Balawajder, CFO of 11 bit studios, commented on this issue as well:
.@11bitstudios "we need to attract people back and retain the youngsters" #Poland #reclassification #ChartingPolandsFuture #PolandEconomy #EconomyInPoland #PolandEconomicGrowth pic.twitter.com/kqfqa4CkIs— Bloomberg Live (@BloombergLive) September 25, 2018
The Bloomberg venue was spectacular
Charting Poland's Future took place in Bloomberg's new European headquarters in London, and our attendants report that it was amazing. In fact, Maciej Dziergwa described the new building as "breathtaking."
Not only that, but the event itself was very well organized, with Catherine Collinge staying on top of communication and Markus Karlsson tying things together as the panel moderator.
There's much to be proud of
Asked for his final thoughts, Maciej Dziergwa summarized his takeaways from the conference in the following way:
"I'm proud to have been among the finest C-level executives representing our country. Poland has made huge progress over the last 20 years from the economic point of view. Right now, I see us as a country that combines the low risk of a developed market with the high growth potential of an emerging market."
Maciej Dziergwa, CEO of STX Next
We couldn't agree more.
What's next for Poland?
With its new status, Poland is a better destination than ever for nearshoring services such as software development, offering a perfect blend of quality and cost-effectiveness. You can read all about getting started on scaling your team in the C-level Guide to Software Development Nearshoring.
Charting Poland's Future was only one of many events where STX Nexters have made an appearance. To stay up to date on where we're going next, follow us on Twitter.


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As Chairman of JH Kelly, Dan remains our spiritual leader. Often found visiting job sites, Dan's unofficial responsibilities range from taking superintendents fishing to making sure young bucks know the company's war stories. Dan put his BS in Chemical Engineering from the University of Washington to use for Standard Oil in the mid-1960s and earned an MBA from the University of Oregon before settling in and taking over for his father-in-law, Jack Kelly Jr., in 1973. Dan's vision and guts transformed this local residential plumbing contractor to its current position as one of the largest specialty contractors in the country.
As a fourth-generation "Kelly", Mason brings new energy and ideas to the company. After graduating from Notre Dame, Mason got a real education in a construction trailer. Through his years in the field, Mason learned the value of a good superintendent and the importance of identifying and satisfying a customer's needs. Mason's leadership, communication, and organizational skills allow him to oversee several functions within the organization, ranging from sponsoring large projects to strategic initiatives that improve bottom-line performance.
Terry brings over fifty six years of construction experience and is recognized as an expert in planning and executing multi-discipline project activities with tight schedule constraints. He started in the trades with JH Kelly when Jack still ran the shop and has been instrumental in the company's growth and success through the years by mentoring craft supervisors and developing project managers.
With over 30 years of experience in the construction industry, Rob brings a diverse background and customer focus to our project development efforts. While leading JH Kelly's pre-construction services, Rob volunteers with a number of organizations. He sits on the Board of Directors for Workforce Southwest Washington, is the past chair and current board member of CEDC and WSPA, and sat on the Executive Board for NWCCC for 15 years.A graduate of Seattle University, Rob started his career with JH Kelly as a Field Engineer.
Craig joined JH Kelly in 2016 as Vice President and in-house counsel. His background includes ten years as an attorney and shareholder with Elam & Burke, PA, of Boise, ID, handling a variety of complex business issues. Craig received a degree in History from the University of Montana, and obtained his JD from the University of Idaho.Craig is also a Board Member of the Columbia River Economic Development Council in Vancouver, WA.
Paul joined JH Kelly in 2006. His background includes extensive manufacturing experience with large public and private companies where he worked in a variety of financial roles. He received a degree in business administration from Pacific Lutheran University and earned an MBA from the University of Northern Iowa. He also holds CPA and CMA certifications.
After 20 years at JH Kelly in a variety of positions, Willy was elevated to the level of Vice President to better reflect the company's values and commitment to excellence in safety management.With his background in education and project execution, Willy is well suited to further strengthen JH Kelly's safety culture and performance through job site inspections, craft training and program development. Willy has a Bachelor of Arts degree from Western Washington University and a Certificate in Environmental, Health and Safety Law from the Institute for Applied Management.
For nearly twenty years, Mark served in various strategic, commercial and legal positions within Kelly, culminating as Senior Vice President. He retired from his day to day responsibilities at the end of 2016, but continues active involvement with numerous affiliated companies and as a valued board member of JH Kelly LLC. He is active in numerous charitable, real estate and venture capital endeavors and currently serves on the board of FusionX Ventures, Imperium Renewables (Chair) and the renowned Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center in Seattle. He is a graduate of Stanford, the London School of Economics and University of Washington School of Law.


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1 cup butter, at room temperature
Streusel and filling
5 Tbsp. chilled butter, cut into bits
3/4 cup thick, chunky jam, such as blackberry, peach, apricot or marmalade
1Make the cookie dough first - in a large bowl beat the butter, sugars and salt for a few minutes, until pale and creamy. Beat in the egg yolks and vanilla. Add the flour and beat on low speed or stir just to combine. Take walnut-sized chunks of dough and press into the bottom of muffin tins; alternatively, roll between sheets of parchment 1/4" thick, freeze and then cut into rounds the same size as your muffin tin (I used a small glass rim).
2To make the streusel, in a small bowl, mix the flour, sugar, and salt, then rub in the butter with a fork or your fingertips until well blended. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
3Drop a small spoonful of jam into the middle of each round of dough. Using your fingers or a small spoon, sprinkle 1-1 1/2 Tbsp streusel around edges of each cookie, trying not to get any in the jam.
4Bake for 20 minutes, or until the sides and streusel are golden; cool until warm enough to handle, then use a thin knife to remove the cookies from the pan.


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Basseterre, St. Kitts, February 05, 2016 - WHEN IT comes to International Trade, our light manufacturing sector comes to mind. How do we grow this sector of our economy, now producing 7% of our GDP?
There is case study that informs us, an island nation, of steps we can take to elevate our own GDP through light manufacturing. In the 70's, Taiwan was dependent on foreign aid for sustainability of its people. They too, began a Nation Building initiative over a seven year period. Taiwan was known for light manufacture of polymers, their plan called for the development of infrastructure including the creation of an International Trade Center.
Their trade centre was a marvel for its time; an expansive space where visitors interested in trade could come, find a product of interest (for example, 'water heaters'), and actually meet directly with the manufacturer from a single point of commerce. Trade partners could locate, meet, and consummate deals within days, not weeks or months. In short, Taiwan engineered the entire process of locating, deal making, and transport of manufactured goods, under one roof. This author remembers this process, having worked in Taipei for Singer sewing machine during this same time period.
Today, there are modern-day equivalents to streamlining and facilitating trade, that in turn, can grow our manufacturing sector. Taiwan is now a donor nation, supporting nations such as ours — we must learn from their example.
Enter 2016. While travel is often required to conduct business, with the advent of broadband and teleconferencing technologies, deals of every magnitude are now routinely transacted online. With the proper infrastructure, travel from our public officials and business owners can be reduced by 50% or more.
St. Kitts and Nevis can, with minimal investment, develop an online portal via e-Government, that contains an online register of all manufactured goods, along with contact and teleconferencing that connects foreign buyers with our local manufacturers, thereby eliminating the cost of travel.
Additionally, our Federation can provide a state-of-the-art teleconferencing facility, equipped with communications and deal making services that support light manufacturing marketing and growth.
As a case study, we need look to Jack ma developed a product sourcing platform known as Alibaba to help small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), and to address a World Trade Organization (WTO) challenge for technology that improves international trade. In September 2014 Alibaba became one of the most valuable tech companies in the world after raising $25 billion, the largest initial public offering in US financial history.
The reason for such success? They accomplished the same feat that Taiwan did in an analog world, making it easy to locate, make a deal, and arrange for transport of manufactured goods. With the imminent release of SKN's e-Government platform, combined with creation of a state-of-the-art teleconferencing facility on island, we can elevate our manufacturing base.


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OEE is Not TPM (and Other Misunderstandings) Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) is the measure most closely associated with TPM, but OEE is not equivalent to TPM. At its heart, TPM is not about complex metrics; it's about developing the capabilities of people. Everyone is involved in pursuing the dual goals of zero breakdowns and zero defects. Production, maintenance, and engineering form an efficient partnership, and operators share "ownership" in equipment. The new attitudes and behaviours result in a cultural shift that improves morale, drives continuous improvement, targets total asset reliability, and supports lean initiatives. TPM is fundamental to achieving lean flow, because flow can't happen without reliable equipment and processes. In turn, a good understanding of OEE fosters an effective TPM effort.
Because OEE packs a lot of information into one number, it's powerful. But that can also make it difficult to calculate and confusing to interpret. People commonly get into trouble when they try to:
- Use OEE primarily as a high-level KPI (key performance indicator)
- View OEE as an external measure that has meaning to customers
- Multiply OEE across several machines in a department or plant
- Calculate OEE on every piece of equipment
- Gauge themselves against a "world-class" OEE measure
- Focus on the number for its own sake instead of the improvement context
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It's so sad to hear that across the country, librarians are taking huge cuts in schools as they attempt to save money. In New York, a district recently cut a whopping 15 out of 20 librarians across the district in order to, according to the superintendent, save all-day kindergarten. In another district in Oregon, every librarian there—48 people—are at risk of losing their jobs as well.
Honestly, librarians are likely of more worth to children than full day kindergarten is; half-day or no kindergarten at all would certainly better fuel their imaginations and creativity levels, as would better access to books and librarians who can help children find them.
I did read that the average high school principal makes between $81,000 and $103,000 annually, so there are likely some hefty cuts that can be made there to save something like, say, the only librarian your school has. Assistants to principals also make fat checks on average. Superintendents who make these cutting decisions often make six-figure incomes, even more than state governors sometimes. That's quite a position of power in which to make decisions on whether or not people can have jobs at all… Perhaps someone else should do the cutting?


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Mars orbit rendezvous (MOR) is a space travel concept where two spacecraft meet up and/or dock in Mars orbit.[1] For example, one vehicle takes off from Mars, such as a Martian ascent stage, and does a rendezvous in Mars orbit with another spacecraft.[1] Applied to a Mars sample return or manned mission to Mars, it allows much less weight to be sent to the surface and back into orbit, because the fuel needed to travel back to Earth is not landed on the planet.[1] It has also been proposed for unmanned Mars sample return plans.[2][3]
In one mission proposal, MOR was planned for a Mars Descent-Ascent Vehicle (DAV) and Mars Transit Habitat, where a crew would transfer to the DAV after traveling to Mars on the habitat.[4] This allowed the Mars DAV to be launched separately from the transit habitat, and without any crew.[4]
MOR is analogous to Lunar orbit rendezvous (LOR) used on the United States NASA Apollo program missions to Earth's moon during 1969 to 1972, as opposed to Earth orbit rendezvous (EOR) or Direct ascent.[1]
A related concept is a Mars flyby rendezvous, where spacecraft do not enter orbit but rendezvous near the planet.[5] Mars flyby rendezvous was evaluated at NASA's Manned Spacecraft Center in the 1960s.[5] At that time NASA developed designs for a combination of a Mars lander, short-stay surface habitat, and ascent vehicle called a Mars Excursion Module (MEM); the ascent stage performed the rendezvous.[5] Compared to MOR, a flyby rendezvous means one spacecraft does not have to orbit Mars.[5]
Mars orbit rendezvous was utilized in Austere Human Missions to Mars, a tweak of DRA 5.0.
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Hermans Techniglaz supplies all levels of bullet-resistant Romag glazing that provides extreme protection to the most risk prone military installations, government buildings, embassies, banks and, for example, money transport vehicles.
Bullet-resistant glass in accordance with EN 1063
Made of multiple layers of glass of different thicknesses and bonded with high quality and hard polyvinyl butyral (PVB), the quality of the glass is unmatched. The total thickness is determined by the "threat level" you indicate to us, and our team will decide together with you which security class is most appropriate or required. In the event of an attack on the glass, the front layers of glass are designed to break, and these glass layers immediately absorb the first impact; the subsequent glass layers and PVB absorb the lower shock waves.
The thickness of our bullet-resistant glass can reach up to 83 mm (BR7). The bullet-resistant glass is available from BR1 to BR7, SG1 and SG2. The bullet-resistant glass is completely tailor-made and, by applying additional polycarbonate, the thickness can be reduced by up to 40% in some cases. Thanks to the passion and reputation of Romag, our bullet-resistant glass is one of the thinnest glazing available on the market.
We offer two basic options for our bullet-resistant glass; splinter (S) and a no-splinter (NS). A pane that complies with a class with a (NS) no-splinter certificate will stop a bullet that falls within the relevant safety class, whereby there will be no evidence of spall on the safe side of the glass. Spall may be released in the case of panes with an (S) splinter certificate.
Bullet-resistant glass in accordance with STANAG 4569
Based on the STANAG 4569 standard, we offer bullet-resistant glazing for use in heave military vehicles. These glass panes are specially designed to provide protection against heavy military firearms under extreme conditions. The protection levels in this class range from level I to level V.
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SugarSin's Dry Gin Fizz Gummies are a unique cocktail inspired gourmet candy.
These mind blowing soft gummies are infused with real gin, blended with lemon and topped with sweet and sour sugary fizz.
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With seven lawyers and over 200 years of combined legal experience, including two former Chief Judges, a 'SuperLawyer', and a former felony criminal prosecutor, the law office of Ford, Gold, Kovoor & Simon, Ltd., prides itself on having served leading individuals, businesses and institutions in Northeastern Ohio. We provide insightful, high quality legal service to every client by combining the specialized complementary practices of our lawyers. As trusted and creative advisors, we work hard to help our clients solve problems, resolve disputes, capture opportunities, and make their businesses prosper and grow. Equipped with this broad history, "Experienced Legal Guidance" is more than a tagline, it is who we are.


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Plantation Cottage at Poipu
Plantation Cottage at Poipu
Island living at its finest!
Vacation Cottage in Poipu Hawaii
|3 Bedrooms • Sleeps 6
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Experience charming plantation style living in this gorgeous Poipu home. Enjoy all the Robert Trent Jones, Jr. community has to offer conveniently located along the Kiahuna Golf Course. Shopping, golf, and beach amenities boast around this beautiful 3 bedroom, 3.5 bath island oasis. Stunning and secluded - this home has it all! A well-appointed kitchen with Viking oven and range, large open living and dining area with beautifully appointed original paintings and authentic headboards from the iconic Coco Palms Hotel. The family is sure to enjoy the large in-ground pool, BBQ, gas fire pit, and outdoor shower to ensure a comfortable stay. Enjoy your morning coffee from the private master-suite lanai as you are immersed in an immaculate tropical landscape where golf course and ocean views prevail. Experience breathtaking sunsets over the Pacific from your own perched cocktail lanai and unwind in the private spa while the moonlight dances across the water.
Centrally located in Poipu, the property is only a short drive to some of the most beautiful beaches, outstanding restaurants, award-winning spas, and exceptional opportunities for golf, shopping, whale-watching, snorkeling and surfing.
Guest assistance is available throughout your stay. An Elite Property Manager will greet you upon check-in with a beautiful locally-sourced aloha gift basket. Concierge services also enable guests to easily arrange for activities, dinner reservations, massages, and anything else the island has to offer. Relaxation and adventure await in this lovely Hawaiian hideaway.
Located on the 1st hole of the Kiahuna Golf Course
3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms
Every bedroom has its own en suite bathroom and lanai
Open concept gourmet kitchen with high-end stainless steel appliances
Open floor plan that compliments Hawaii's indoor/outdoor living
Professionally decorated with custom and designer furnishings throughout
Outdoor lava rock shower
Tropically landscaped exterior
Covered lanai with golf course and ocean views
Gas BBQ and comfortable outdoor sitting area perfect for dining on the lanai.
In-ground pool
Gas fire pit
High-speed internet
Workstation with printer
Ideal location for a honeymoon/anniversary, family getaway or a few couples to enjoy
Conveniently located minutes from the Poipu Beach Park & The Shops at Kukui'ula
Easy access to world-class dining, shopping, art galleries and the gourmet farmers market.
Centrally located between the lush north shore and the spectacular west side with the Waimea Canyon and Na Pali coast overlook.
Less than 30 minutes from the Lihue airport
No A/C. Kauai is a tropical island. Your vacation may be interrupted by rain, wind, storms, warm weather etc. Houses and condos on Kauai do not typically have air conditioning. We depend on the trade winds to cool the islands down, there will be times where things stay a bit warmer usually during the summer months, June thru September. Please note that if the property you are booking does not state that there is air-conditioning on its description or amenity list, and you need to have AC, please contact our Reservations team and we would be glad to help you find an appropriate property that will suite your needs. No refunds or adjustments will be given due to not having AC on property.
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Grassroots advocacy makes it possible for citizens and organizations to elevate their voices and impact the issues they care about. At the core of effective grassroots advocacy are campaigns that build widespread support in order to shape political dialogue.
Grassroots advocates are defined as individuals who are willing to take action online, on the phone, or by mail to contact their elected officials. Through education and training, grassroots advocates can over time grow into grasstops advocates.
A grassroots advocacy campaign is an important bridge organizations can build between them and elected officials. A successful advocacy campaign should have several key attributes that include growing your grasstops and having advocates tell their personal stories. Organizations can implement these strategies through effective education that engages and empowers their advocates.
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Yakuza 6: The Song of Life (PlayStation 4) review
"A more intimate look into the life of Kiryu Kazama makes for one of the most purely satisfying games of its kind."
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A 15-day solo fine arts show, 'Three Shadows of Art' by artist M Rashed Alam, is now going on at La Galerie of the Alliance Française de Dhaka in Dhanmondi.The exhibition revolves around the theme of celebration of life both in happiness and in sorrow; in gathering and in solitude.Rashed said he presents three types of artworks that he experimented on dualistic paintings, sculptures and miniatures in his first solo exhibition.Eminent artist Prof Samarjit Roy Chowdhury, sculptor Ferdousi Priyabhashini and art critic Moinuddin Khaled, among others, were present during the inaugural programme on Friday afternoon.Rashed's paintings portray viewers with a unique view of the canvas and their relation from different perspectives.
These paintings showcase different chronological aspects if viewed from the left or the right side. Human figures and their inherent shapes have a great influence on his sculptures.The young artist also displays some of his miniatures which came out from carving pencil leads, paintbrushes, or even a hand tool like hammer.The artist has presented portraits in the form of miniature sculpture. He carved the wooden handles of paint-brushes into the miniature portraits of Da Vinci, Matisse, Picasso, Dali and Orwell. These miniature sculptures, having been held atop the upright brushes, remind us of memorial sculptures.Rashed Alam was born in 1988. He did his Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) from Dhaka Art College, National University.The exhibition is open to all till 15 April.
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This morning, the dogs woke me at butt o'clock, A.K.A. 4:20AM. I bundled up and took them for a long, slippery walk. It was crisp, dark and slightly foggy. I was moved to take photos because it was just so beautiful outside. I was grateful to my pups who forced me to be out and about in the quiet, without any cars or cares. After I snapped the photos, I put my camera away so I could be fully present for my walk. I tried to extend my freedom from thought or worry about anything in my day to day life. My brain, body and spirit are continuously seeking a breather no matter how brief it may be. Continue reading "Single Working Mom Seeks Understudy"
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52 Facts I Never Want to Forget About My Relationship with the One and Only, Gregg Helfer
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The Insomniac's Dreams
Every so often, I get a wicked bout of insomnia. It used to strike with more frequency when I was younger and not so mellow and low-keyed, but it's back and with a vengeance. Continue reading "The Insomniac's Dreams"
This Day and National Recovery Month.
I almost hate to put the anniversary of 9/11/01 beside National Recovery Month, but everything seems to connect somehow to that fateful day, getting real and honest about the impact of it, and getting real and honest about how we cope or can't cope is what connects us to recovery.
Today, in the year 2001, everything changed. I can only speak for me, but as inherently fearful and geared toward sadness as I was before 9/11, the volume of my fear and sadness resounded at a higher decibel and with more frequency.
It still does, but I work very hard to locate a peaceful and serene volume and that happens almost solely by working with and helping others.
I am currently in my 19th year of sobriety, but up until this year, I had absolutely no idea there was a, National Recovery Month. Continue reading "This Day and National Recovery Month."
A Bout of Doubt is not the Death of Breath
Every so often, I don't want to post or go public with the truth about myself. Right now, I'd prefer to post a comparative analysis of my body measurements, weight and BMI from age 18 to present day, or even post a daily food intake journal that demonstrates my consumption of three pieces of cake, more than I want to publish a post that states that I had, over the past several days, been feeling pretty down. I was stricken with fear, self-doubt and partial paralysis of my left brain, which in Pam-speak, translates to, "Quit now because you'll never do or be anything you can actually feel good about. You've already failed, and when push comes to shove, you are wholly unlovable."
Now, where's the rest of that cake? Continue reading "A Bout of Doubt is not the Death of Breath"
Love's Litmus Test: As Lust Passes, it Fails the Test.
As I've been attempting to have a really good cry that never seems to come, I have started thinking about love, which almost immediately brought me to thinking about lust and the confusion (and periodic pain) lust, (if one or more individual expects love), almost invariably causes.
Let me be clear. Lust is a lot of fun and I enjoy it as much as anyone possibly can. It has its place, but I believe it's best performed under a very short term contract that both (or all) participants understand and agree upon. As long as little or no return on investment is expected, I highly recommend going with lust for a gig or two. Continue reading "Love's Litmus Test: As Lust Passes, it Fails the Test."
Labor Day & the Workaholic
DISCAIMER: This is a long ass post. I sure hope it's worth the read. Writer (me), cannot be held responsible for winces, sighs, eye rolls or chocolate eating while reading said long ass post, unless reader (you), shares chocolate with writer (me.)
I can't be 100% certain, but I don't think I've actually written much, if anything, about my propensity toward workaholism. I am already loving the delicacy (slight touch o'bullshit) of this post, as I just mentioned having a "propensity" toward workaholism. Historically, it's been far more than a propensity, slight leaning or minor tendency. It has been a…headfirst into any brick wall, full-speed ahead, balls out, whole mind, body and spirit, life-sucking activity. Continue reading "Labor Day & the Workaholic"


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iPhone Application Development for Social Capital
Social Capital application helps you focus and direct the power of your Social Network toward achievement of your Goals. It is based on scholarly theories in the field of Social Science. Social Capital is a value (Capital) encapsulated within our relationships that we can draw upon to obtain real life benefits.
iPad Application Development for Lamp Audit
The project can be any of the facility like residence house, commercial office, factory, Hotel, Hospital etc. They wanted an application by which they can audit the overall energy consumption with the current lighting and then suggest them the cost effective solution which saves the energy and so the cost on the long term basis.
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Sweet potato problem
Hello! I planted sweet potatoes in a raised bed this spring around June 5. I harvested the potatoes sept 20 ( approx. 105 days) and all of the potatoes were slender with little bulk. Because of the lack of bulk they were mostly unusable in the kitchen ( see photo). The vines were prolific but the tubers were small and elongated with little bulk. I did not use any fertilizer except compost put into the raised bed last fall. Any idea what happened and how I might avoid this disappointment in the future? Thanks! Bob
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Sweet potatoes will continue to bulk up if they are left in the ground longer. We recommend pulling a few up to test. If they are not large enough, just wait a little longer. Even though it seems as if 105 days was enough time, it is best just to pull a few to check the size. The roots will keep getting larger if they are left in the ground longer.
Take a look at this recent story from our blog.
I did leave some of the sweet potatoes in the ground an additional 25 days for a total of 130 days. The sweet potatoes were still elongated and small with no bulk. Any thoughts?
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Energy is very important in Wild Beyond. The more Energy you have, the more units you can play on the field. Make sure to build power plants as often as you can so you can earn more energy faster! Drag the power plant on the bottom-left corner to one of the three crystal clusters on your side of the battlefield. There is one located at the top and two at the bottom. Be careful though, if your opponent breaks through your barriers, they can destroy the power plants. If your strategy revolves around being more aggressive, you can instead take the power plants in the middle of the field simply by playing units and letting them move across the middle. As long as you have units controlling more than your half of the battlefield, you'll earn the bonus energy regeneration from these power plants as well.
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History of Lake County
Lake County has a rich history and the best place to start should be prior to the Europeans coming to Minnesota. Lake County was largely inhabited by Native American groups. The to primary groups of people that lived here were the Dakota and Ojibwe. These groups of people relied largely upon hunting, fishing, and gathering in order to get enough food to survive. In the late 1600s, European explorers made their way to Lake County. Many of these explorers were fur traders and trappers.
Once Wisconsin had been granted statehood, the federal government made the Minnesota Territory in March 1849. The Minnesota Territory was originally divided into 9 counties in, with Lake County originally being called Superior County. In 1855, Lake County changed its name from Superior County to St. Louis County. After only a year the name of the county was changed again to Lake County in 1856. The name of St. Louis County was given to the previously known county of Newton where the St. Louis River runs into Lake Superior. After many name changes, Lake County had finally found its name that is known today.
The second half of of the 1800s was a time of change for Lake County. The discovery of iron ore in the Vermillion Range. This discovery resulted in the Duluth and Iron Range Railroad to extend up to the North Shore. Expansion of the railroad resulted in the incorporation of Two Harbors in 1888. That same year a vote was taken to make Two Harbors the county seat of Lake County.
While iron ore has been whats shaped a large part of the history of Two Harbors, there are other industries that have helped in forming the North Shore. Towards the end of the 1800s fishing became a hot industry which resulted in the immigration of Swedish and Norwegian immigrants to Lake County.
During the 1900s, Lake County had focused on the mining industry building infrastructure for transporting minerals. One of the first steel ore docks was built in 1907 in Two Harbors. One of the nations first Health Maintenance Organizations was created to help railroad employees with medical assistance.
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Temple shortlisted for Noise Award
Temple is pleased to announce that we have been shortlisted in the Environmental Noise Category in the Association of Noise Consultants Awards 2018.
Temple with FLO (The Ferrovial Agroman Laing O'Rourke joint venture) put together a joint submission for their work on the Northern Line Extension project.
As part of the wider regeneration of Vauxhall, Nine Elms and Battersea, an extension of the Charing Cross branch of the London Underground Northern line was proposed by TfL. The extension comprises two new 3.2km running tunnels joining the existing network at Kennington and terminating at Battersea Power Station. The scheme includes two new stations at Nine Elms and Battersea Power Station and two new ventilation shafts at Kennington Green and Kennington Park.
The project has required major construction sites close to residential and commercial properties, often with works taking place during the evening, night and at weekends. The control of noise, vibration and air quality during construction has been a major challenge faced while delivering the programme.
An integrated monitoring system has been utilised which reports noise, vibration, air quality and weather data within a single web-based system which has allowed the FLO team to easily identify any potential impacts caused by the works.
The Kennington Green and Kennington Park ventilation shaft sites were a major concern amongst key stakeholders including local residents. Both sites required 24 hour working with residents overlooking each work site. Auralisation Animations were devised to show the benefits of Acoustic Sheds as a form of noise control. The Auralisation Animations were presented at the community liaison groups to show their effects both visually and aurally.
The project was previously recognised at the International Green Apple Awards 2016 where the project won gold in the innovation category.
The Association of Noise Consultants Awards, which promote and recognise excellence amongst UK acoustic consultants, look for examples of work that display innovation and originality in acoustic design or approach to a particular project. They highlight the unique skills of UK-based acoustic and noise professionals, and the dynamic and diverse nature of the industry overall, to inspire the next generation of acoustic consultants.
The Awards Dinner will be held at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Birmingham on Wednesday 27 June with presentations to be made by Hugh Hunt, Cambridge University Reader in Engineering Dynamics and Vibration.
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It has been awhile since I made another posting. I have been pretty busy lately. I have taken up another babysitting job. I am now watching one of Dan's co-worker's kids on Wednesdays and Thursdays for 5-6 hours. And also on Thursdays I babysit for another mom for 2 and a half hours. It is pretty crazy but the extra money will be nice. I love to go shopping and I always feel bad for spending Dan's hard earned money on just "stuff" but this way I can spend for fun and not feel bad about it.
I was watching the kids on Wednesday while they played in the front room and decided I needed to take a couple pictures. The one of Ethan didn't quite turn out since he kept blinking with the flash but I love the one of Kiera in our PlayHut tent.
I think having the other kids come over will be good for them so they can learn better social skills and learn how to share. Right now I am just trying to get used to the idea of having 3 toddlers and 1 infant to watch at the same time. It is tricky.
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Why study in the library? There are different reasons to go to the library to study. To better understand why some student would choose to study in a library over other outlets is still a secret. The library has changed from the days of librarians walking around making sure everyone is well seated and quiet. It has become more of a social gathering in some places. Even studying in the bedroom has changed the dynamics of the way most student study. Let's look at some reasons going to the library to study.
Reason #1 To Go To The Library To study : Study alone
By far the most popular reason student go to the library to study is 77%, the clear majority of our surveyed students head to the library to focus on their studies, by themselves. To many, this reason shows that no matter what type of resources are offered by the library, this learning space is (and will probably always be) regarded as the best place to get serious about schoolwork.
It also means that, during top study periods (such as finals exam), students would do well to get to the library early to secure the study space of their choice!
Reason #2 To Go To The Library To study : making use of the online databases
More than half (51%) of the students said that they're at the library to use the online databases, indicating that a good ration of their research work is completed at the library.
Unfortunately, many students will often find themselves in front of an imminent deadline and a closed library. Or perhaps they can't make it to the school library for other reasons (such as parenting responsibilities, lack of transportation options, or need to travel away from home). Lessen your students' stress by reminding them that they can access their school databases from their computer. Typically, all they need is an internet connection and a username and password (which usually require a school e-mail account or college library card). (Of course, before mentioning this, you'll want to double-check to ensure that this is true for your school.)
Reason #3 to Go to the Library To study : making use of reference materials
Whether they're in need of general resources such as encyclopedias and dictionaries, specialized publications such as field-specific bibliographical guides, or other references that merely not available in electronic formats, then students visit the library to access non-circulating materials that they need to complete their projects.
Even so, given that only 49% of students stating that they use the reference materials, we recognize that many students may not also be aware of these materials. (Or, if they do, they may not know the important they play in the research process.) If your course includes a research project, encourage your students to make use of them. Students may also appreciate being reminded that, if they are not sure how to use these helpful reference guides, their school librarian will be able to assist them.
Reason #4 To Go To The Library To study : meeting their study groups
Whether it's for the big luxury table, the convenience of accessing nearby reference materials, or the simplicity of having a central place to meet that's not their own homes, the library is a favorite place for students to gather for study and group projects. More than one third (34%) of students said that's the reason they visit their library.
Are you assigning group projects for your course, or do you recommend that students get together in groups to study? If you know students will use the library as a meeting place, advise them to reserve a study room. There, they can talk about the details of their projects without worrying that their studying is disturbing other students.
Another reason student chooses the library is the option of working in groups. Having a few friends or classmates can have a quiet place to read the information and then discuss what it is they have learned. Some of the best methods for learning is hearing the information spoken back to you and then having a chance to listen to a different view that can help you break down the study information. Research shows that students who work together tend to do better on exams and retaining the information after that.


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Men Are From Mars
[Episode 10 of a spin-off from my novels The Hitch-hiker and
Mission of the Unwilling.]
The Captain sulked and pored over his laptop computer. Meanwhile I marveled at the detailed footage the camera's powerful lenses had captured on our screen as we orbited Mars: dry river beds, ice-crusted lakes, and the massive volcano Le Mons.
Liesel floated in with the freshly brewed coffee encased in travel sippy cups. We'd taken the gravity off-line to conserve fuel and energy while we leapt through the space-time continuum.
'Wow! Mars! Haven't been there in years. Then, it's always been the other side.' She patted my shoulder and bared her mouthful of teeth at me. 'How's it going?' She glanced at Fahrer as he brooded over his portable computer harnessed to his knees.
'It's unbelievable!' I breathed. 'Anyone else would be grateful that we're early. But not him.'
'Probably wanted one last go on My Face before we got out of range.' Liesel rubbed her nose. 'Now he can't update his few friends.'
'Probably can't post his latest blog.' I shielded my hand over my mouth. 'Captain's Blog—today Ich bin grumpy—a grumpy 450-year old man.'
Liesel shook my arm as she sniggered into my neck.
Fahrer looked over, eyes dark with anger. 'What?'
On the brown-red surface, a shiny object glinted near a cavity. I pointed at the screen. 'Is that—? An ISF Martian outpost?'
'Yes.' Fahrer slouched in his seat and hammered away on the keys.
Stifling the urge to laugh, Liesel pulled away from me. 'Good luck.' She touched my back and then drifted out of the Bridge.
Now that she was gone, and with the hope coffee would set Fahrer at ease, I summoned up the courage to brooch the subject of us. 'Captain, permission to speak frankly.' Surely it's all an act. He's got a reputation to maintain. Albeit a grumpy one.
He stopped thumping on the keyboard. 'What now?' He rolled his eyes over the mass of screens, controls and lights overhead. 'Can't you see I'm busy here?'
'Sorry to bother you, but I feel that for us to work together effectively,' I took a deep breath and plunged in, 'we need to discuss what happened in Strahan.'
Fahrer threw back his head and peered at me, his eyes two slits of ire. 'What, you and that Fox character, happened, as I recall.'
My cheeks went all hot.
'What you do on shore, is not my concern, although it does reflect your sense of morality. Which is a concern.' He swayed his head like a horse in the wind and turned back to his computer. 'It's a weakness, Ensign Mueller.'
'Not that. I regret what I did. But I'm sorry I didn't listen to you.'
Shushk! The door slid open. 'Sandwiches?' Nathan entered with a small red esky. He lifted off the lid and released it to wander around the cabin. He then handed us a round each of plastic vacuum sealed sandwiches. Fahrer studied the bread-cut triangle, his nose screwed up and he stuffed the lunch near his waist under the harness.
'What is it?' I asked, peeling the plastic from the sandwich.
'Smoked Tasmanian salmon.' Nathan ripped off the plastic and plunged his teeth into the soft white bread.
Mesmerized by Mars up close and personal, and a superior view of the landform known as the Pyramid, I hung onto the bread and nibbled like a chipmunk. Nathan hovered over my shoulder smacking his teeth and lips with each bite. The pure enjoyment of touring Mars was spoilt by an undercurrent of thoughts jabbing at my chest. Fahrer has judged me. I'm judged as immoral by the Captain. What is he? A priest?
Nathan wiped his mouth with the back of his sleeve and whispered in my ear. 'How's it going?'
I shrugged. I knew what he meant, sensing his intentions, all their intentions including Jo, Fritz and Liesel. I'd been chosen to pick up the pieces of Gunter Fahrer from the Minna aftermath and put the poor man back together again. Little did they realise, I was in fragments and feeling so inadequate now condemned by the Captain as immoral. 'He doesn't—' I shook my head. They won't understand. 'He doesn't make it easy.' I mumbled through a mouth of bread.
Nathan patted me on the back. 'It's okay, your shift's over.'
I calibrated the coordinates and Mars faded from view. No Boris camp as far as we could see. 'To the Sister Ship, then.'
Nathan took over and I skated back to my room to shower, change into a fresh boiler suit, reapply my make-up, fix my hair, and prepare to meet the crew of the Sister Ship.
© Lee-Anne Marie Kling 2018
Feature Photo: What did happen in Strahan? © L.M. Kling 2011
Men may be from Mars…And Captain Fahrer from 17th Century Black Forest…
But Boris is from some faraway smelly world—you don't want to go there…
Anyway, how did this war with Boris begin? How did this alien cockroach Boris wheedle his smelly way onto Earth…threatening humankind's very existence?


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Once every twenty years, Florida's Constitution provides for the creation of a thirty-seven member revision commission for the purpose of reviewing Florida's Constitution and proposing changes for voter consideration.
The Constitution Revision Commission (CRC) meets for approximately one year, traveling the State of Florida, identifying issues, performing research and possibly recommending changes to the Constitution. Any amendments proposed by the CRC would be placed on the 2018 General Election ballot.
Are you in Central Florida on JUNE 6, Tuesday, at 9:00 AM and able to attend the Constitution Revision Meeting at the University of Central Florida, Fairwinds Alumni Center, 12676 Gemini Blvd. N., Orlando?
We need you! It's a strange meeting time for average Floridians to attend…workday schedules certainly limit attendance!Why are they manipulating who can attend this VERY IMPORTANT meeting?
Because we understand that citizens NEED a fair and equal state constitution in the face of questionable bureaucratic tactics, we're asking ALL available members to STAND UP and BE HEARD at the next scheduled Constitution Revision Committee Meeting. Many members ask how they can physically help us, help Florida through their volunteer efforts…this is one of those times! Sometimes, it takes sheer volume in the face of questionable actions to avert those actions.
Pamela Goodman, President
League of Women Voters Florida
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Schools in Maharashtra should think of installing CCTV cameras: Bombay HC
HC bench also sought a reply from the state education department on the checks and vigilance it employs in schools and on whether the state can make it mandatory for schools to install CCTV camerasmumbai Updated: Jan 12, 2016 01:02 IST
Taking cognisance of a recent incident in which a nine-year-old girl was molested by a canteen staff in her school in Dadar, the Bombay high court on Monday said all schools in the state must think about installing CCTV cameras within their premises.
A bench of justice Naresh Patil and justice Amjad Sayed also sought a reply from the state education department on the checks and vigilance it employs in schools and on whether the state can make it mandatory for schools to install CCTV cameras. The bench was hearing a bunch of petitions on the safety of women on local trains and on the problems faced by senior citizens on locals, when an advocate brought the December 8 incident of the Dadar school to the bench's notice.
Advocate Madhav Jamdar submitted newspaper reports on the incident and sought the court's intervention. He suggested the state government be directed to conduct an emergency meeting with principals and senior teachers in the state, adding that such incidents of child abuse were on the rise in schools.
At this, the bench asked the state's counsel Priyabhushan Kakade to list out steps taken towards the protection of children in schools by the next hearing.
"This is such a disturbing incident. Does the school have any sort of child protection policy in place?" the bench asked.
Meanwhile, the bench also directed the state government and the Western and Central railways to respond to suggestions made by the high court on tackling overcrowding in trains. In a previous hearing on December 16 last year, the court had suggested, among other things, that the usual 10 to 5 office-hour pattern be tweaked to reduce the 'peak hour' rush at local railway stations.
On Wednesday, advocate Kakade informed the bench the state is considering the bench's suggestions and it could be possible to tweak the work hours by about "30 minutes on a trial basis."
The high court is likely to take up both issues for further hearing on January 22.


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Las Meninas: Is This The Best Painting In History?
[Music] There's maybe no painting in the history of the form more worthy of analysis than Diego Velazquez's Las Meninas. What we're talking about here is a masterwork by an artist late in his life, but at the height of his powers, determined to drive into this canvas the sum total of his talent, his experience, and his intellect. Velazquez had been, by then, a court painter for the Spanish King Philip IV for over thirty years. Indeed, he was a favorite of Phillip's, painting his portrait many times and advancing in salary and rank all the way up to Chamberlain of the palace, responsible for decorating this great Alcazar of Madrid with all its many artworks. So it's no surprise that for his masterpiece Velazquez sets his painting in the palace itself, the place he knew best. Specifically, in his own studio, adorned with paintings that he himself chose. Now, they're a little bit hard to see, but we know what they are based on histories of the space and it's no accident that he chooses these paintings specifically. But we'll get to that a bit later. First, let's take a look at the main action of the scene: So much hits you right away. Maybe the first thing you see is the little girl, Margaret Theresa. The, then, only living child of the king. Or, maybe you see that mirror showing reflected images of the king and queen themselves. Or maybe the first thing that stands out to you is that 6 of the 9 characters represented here are staring beyond the picture plane. Which is to say, at you. That fact alone gives this image its great sense of spontaneity as if it were a snapshot. Velasquez captures the moment just when several of these figures are noticing something. Some, like these three, have yet to notice it In the case of the little princess all that's moved, so far, is her eyes. But, though the moment depicted is spontaneous, the composition of the subjects is anything but. You have here a real clinic in composing group scenes. What Velasquez has done in this group of eleven, including the mirror-images of the king and queen, is arranged an extraordinary number of links and contrasts that slides your eyes back and forth across the canvas. The first thing to notice, perhaps, is the obsession here with grouping two's and three's. Everyone here but the princess can be split into pairs. The male and female dwarf, the two chaperones here, the curtsying maid and the palace official in the back corridor, the king and the queen in the mirror, and Velasquez and the maid kneeling to offer the princess a drink. Notice also that these are all male-female pairs. And these pairing accentuate the princess as the focus of the scene. But you could also split the group up into threes. The princess with her two maids, the dog and the two dwarfs and the two palace officials with what now occurs to us are mirrored couples. See also that these two groups of three, internally made up of doubles and triples, are all on the same horizontal plane. This group of six also draws the entirety of the painting's three dimensional space. Our eye is drawn from Velasquez in the foreground to the palace official in the distance, as they're wearing similar black garb and stand in line with the two doorways on the back walls. The chaperones in the middle ground link to the king and queen in the background, which simultaneously brings the z-axis all the way forward beyond the picture itself, intimating a depth that we can't even see. It's amazing. What you might not have realized is that this motif of twos and threes has already been established in the frames on the back wall, with two giant canvases over top two door frames and the central mirror. Of that bottom triple, the right sides of the frames correspond with the princess and her two maids, moving the eyes naturally from the king and queen to their daughter. But the eyes are also drawn from the mirror to the right, that lighted passage framing the palace official. This space of this lighted rectangle is equal to that of the mirror and they're put on the same horizontal plane as well. Indeed, because of its brightness, like the brightness of the little princess bathed in light, we're drawn to it just as much as the other two. In these three elements of Las Meninas, we have three central focus points. Unlike Da Vinci's Last Supper for example, where all elements in the painting point toward Jesus Christ, Las Meninas is more ambiguous, letting the viewer vacillate between multiple centers of weight. Being a court painter for the royal family, it's obvious why Velasquez would want to highlight the royal couple and their daughter. But what's significant about the back hallway? Well, this gets at a long running debate about the significance of this mirror. What exactly is it reflecting? A number of critics have seen it as the reflection of the actual king and queen standing, like we said, beyond the picture plane, putting the viewer literally in the shoes of royalty. But a closer examination of the one point perspective of this image reveals something else. The vanishing point of Las Meninas is not here, but here, in the lighted doorway to the right. What does this mean? Well, it means that the eye of this painting, so to speak, isn't opposite the mirror, but opposite the door. So the mirror doesn't reflect directly back at us. It reflects at an angle. An angle that puts its image on another unseen aspect of Las Meninas: The canvas that Velasquez is working on. Now, for a moment, let's get back to the paintings in the upper half of this picture. These are copies of two paintings by Peter Paul Rubens, a hero of Velasquez. And they tell similar stories, in this case, both from Ovid's Metamorphosis. In the right, the mortal Marsyas challenges the god Apollo to a flute playing contest. In the left, the god Athena challenges the mortal Arachne to a weaving contest. On other words, these are two contests between mortals and gods on the subject of the arts. Now, Marsyas loses and Arachne wins, but both are punished by their gods in the end for failing to recognize the divine source of the artistic endeavor. Such stories are extremely relevant to Las Meninas because in the end, this is a painting about painting, itself. In Velasquez's time, painting still didn't hold the same kind of noble place as poetry and music. Las Meninas, in all its splendid effects, is a vigorous argument for the virtue of painting, whether it comes from the heavens or the lifelong practice of craft. And this gets at the heart of the mirror, the vanishing point and the multiple centers of focus. "See what my art can do," Velasquez is saying to the viewer. And to his king and queen, "Look not to nature or your own reflection in the mirror for the most marvelous depiction of your image, but to my canvas." Las Meninas is an extraordinary accomplishment for its time. But its effect is timeless. It's said that King Philip IV often came to Velasquez's studio just to watch him paint. Somehow, I think Las Meninas animated his consciousness as it does mine, 360 years later. Indeed, to stare at this painting, in any age, is to be convinced slowly, gradually, and then confidently that you are witnessing the very best this medium has to offer. [Music] Hey everybody, thanks for watching an thank you to Squarespace for sponsoring this video. Just amazing, like those of you who pledge on Patreon, Squarespace is helping to fund this project, keep it going and they don't interfere in the content, which is awesome. And their product is actually really great. 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The Happy Hot Dogs had a fantastic first full week of camp! There was much swimming and crazy fun activities under the hot summer sun. We did gymnastics, coding, Zumba, arts & crafts, pioneering, jewelry, basketball, and more! On Tuesday we put on our big smiley faces for picture day and had a blast at parent night. It was so great meeting many of the parents and decorating cookies at cooking. Wednesday surely was wacky! Group 25 disappeared and became an amazing squad of different storybook characters! We also answered the wacky Wednesday question correctly and won a prize! We ended our terrific week once again with a musical Shabbat and said goodbye for the weekend. We can't wait for another incredible week at Camp Yomi!
Our beautiful campgrounds have over 50 acres of grass, courts, and fields to play on. With over 12 active activities, our campers are sure to get in the game! Our sports activities are coached by professional sports organizations and instructors such as; The Baseball Center, Tennis Innovators, and Super Soccer Stars.
This week, Fly Yoga instructors coached campers on how to create stories using only body movements. Campers dribbled down the court at basketball, learning special reasoning on the court.
Unit 3 and 4 campers have the option of joining the weekly Sports Club activity for even more sports in their schedule. During Sports Club, campers enhance their skills, receive extra practice time and specialized instruction.
Counselor of the Week
Every week we choose an extraordinary staff member(s) from each unit who exemplifies all five of our camps' core values. We look for someone who is compassionate, mindful, courageous, a leader, and most importantly an overall mensch! These individuals go above and beyond the call of duty to ensure smiling, laughter, and safe summer fun! These handful of super counselors get the esteemed honor of being Counselor of the Week.


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Warm Colors & Sea Breezes this Autumn in Kennebunkport
As the air cools and the smells begin to change, locals and visitors alike embrace the Fall in Kennebunkport Maine. With uncluttered streets and empty parking spaces we leave the hustle and bustle of the hot summer months in the rear view mirror and fill with excitement for what's to come. Crisp air, bright colors and familiar flavors welcome us back to a time of year when the days cool down, the food warms up and we settle in for a cozier time of year.
Autumn in Kennebunkport is a wonderland of activities and experiences. The season officially kicks off with the Kennebunkport Harvest Festival on October 1st with a pancake breakfast, pumpkin carving, hayrides and more. Bring the kids or make it a date with someone you love. It's a Fall filled day of memories just waiting to be had. The parade is another annual ritual for the town. It will take place at 11:30 AM, starting at Water Street, turn onto Dane Street, and finish at Park Street, where participants can loop back around to Main street for the festivities. Children are invited to join in the parade by dressing up in their favorite costumes and wave to the spectators. Parents are welcome to accompany their children and you don't have to be a Kennebunk resident to participate. The parade lineup is at 11:15 AM on Water Street.
Get Lost! Well, sort of. Just down the road is The Great Corn Maze at Zach's Farm in York. Great for a day of family fun or just wandering through a field aimlessly with the one you love, or like, or actually want to lose, or whatever. A twenty minute hayride in their freshly rebuilt carts delivers you and yours to the maze where the expedition begins. Not up for exploring? No problem. Zach's also offers "pick your own" pumpkin fields. Remember to wear your hiking shoes so you can play around the farm!
If you're looking for something a bit more Halloween than you have got to check out the All Souls Walk at the Brick Store Museum on Oct. 29th 12-3 pm. Join a narrated walk through Hope Cemetery to visit graves and hear costumed interpreters tell the fascinating and sometimes tragic tales of Kennebunk residents from the past three centuries. Three chances to take this hour long tour, 12 pm, 1 pm and 3 pm . No advanced reservation required. $10 p/p or $30 for a family.
Have you discovered Bentley's Saloon yet? Well here's your chance! This place is like no other and as they say at Bentley's "Who has more fun than us? We do!" Bentley's is always full of life and ready for a down right good time. If you're looking for an off the chart Halloween experience look no further! Join us for the Bentley's Annual Costume Party on October 22nd from 7 pm-the witching hour. This party is sure to leave it's mark on your soul and put the fun back in your Halloween spirit!
Whatever you do this Fall, get out there with the ones you love. Spend some time just taking in all the season has to offer. Consider this Harvest season the harvest for your soul and feed it. Put on your sweater, get your boots dirty, carve a pumpkin with someone you love. Just be sure you do something to celebrate and enjoy this very special time of year so that next year when warm colors and sea breezes return, they're that much more anticipated.
-Captain Jefferds Inn
Photo Credit: Bob Dennis