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Before we get into the juicy details, here is a quick video that explains the basics of what you need to know about the updated Layla mattress.
However, we can only fit so much detail into one video. Keep reading to learn more about the Layla bed-in-a-box.
Given that Layla is a bed-in-a-box mattress, it follows (and in some cases exceeds) standards set forth by the online mattress industry. The first of which is completely free shipping.
After you make your purchase, you can expect it to arrive at your doorstep rolled up and compressed in a cardboard box the size of a mini fridge. Try to unpackage your Layla bed as soon as possible, as it'll need 24-48 hours to fully decompress and air out. To make the process as easy as possible, unpackage your bed on the foundation that you plan on using.
Just so you know, about 80-90% of the beds that we've reviewed have this "waiting period" after you unbox them. It's purely as a result of being compressed for several days—the bed will return to its intended form shortly. You can lay on it right away, but it will feel much softer than after you wait a few days.
From the day of delivery, you'll have a 120-night in-home trial period, so that you can really test out your new bed to see if it's the right fit for you. If you decide that it isn't, no worries. Layla will give you a full refund and even send someone to come remove the bed for you, at no extra cost to you.
In other words, Layla offers 100% free returns inside the trial period just like the rest of the online mattress shopping industry. And while this is pretty standard in the online space, we do still contend that it's very friendly to the consumer. If you just think about it for a second, what other products could you use for 99 nights (as intimately as a mattress) and still return? Not many. We joke at our company that bed-in-a-box mattresses are like the Costco of furniture in that the return policies are highly favorable to consumers.
The only wrinkle with Layla is that they require you test the mattress for a minimum of two weeks before you initiate a return. This policy is becoming more and more popular because it takes a few weeks for your body to adjust to a new bed (and companies want to cut down on returns, clearly). Not a big deal.
If you decide to keep your Layla mattress, it comes with a lifetime warranty that covers, among other things, manufacturing defects. You can read the full warranty on LaylaSleep.com.
Layla is priced affordably, but we would not consider it a cheap, budget mattress. It doesn't look like the type of bed that belongs in a luxury hotel, but there are plenty of people that will really like this mattress. The MSRP for a queen size bed is under $1,000, which puts it in the same tier as Nectar, Casper, and plenty of other brands. In other words, it's competitively priced for what it is: a foam mattress.
|Price (MSRP)
|Twin XL
|King / Cal King
Keep in mind that since this whole bed-in-a-box industry is highly competitive, most companies offer mattress deals, especially during holidays. Layla typically offers discounts in the $100 range, but it does change from time to time. You can check LaylaSleep.com for current promotions. Sometimes they will bundle in accessories like pillows or sheets in order to entice consumers. If you see them run these sort of promotions, that's typically a sign that they're going above what they normally do.
Layla is a 10" all-foam mattress, but what really sets it apart is the fact that it's flippable and double-sided. As such, it is in a very small class of beds that allow you to try out two firmness levels in a matter of seconds. The flippable feature is a major advantage, in our eyes, to the Layla mattress.
The main support structure for the bed is a 4.5″ slab of dense poly foam. Under this layer is 1" of copper-infused memory foam. This is the firmer side of the mattress because there is less memory foam between you and the support core.
On the other side of the support layer is 2" of convoluted poly foam (it kinda looks like egg crate foam). This acts as a transition layer to soften up the mattress. On top of this is a 3" layer of copper-infused memory foam. As you might have guessed, this is the softer side of the mattress.
In early 2019, the Layla mattress got a major overhaul. In previous models, you had to remove the cover, flip the bed, and the put the cover back on to try out both the Soft and Firm side. Not anymore—all you need to do now is flip the bed and lay down. We really like the new system.
Getting back to the copper-infused memory foam for a second, though. In addition to its cooling benefits, copper was used in the mattress because of some old folklore. Apparently, the Ancient Egyptians thought copper released positive ions, and they would wear it in their garments to promote health and wellness. This isn't really an actual, scientific fact, but more of a fun fact for anyone that's into positive ions.
All foams in the Layla are safe and certified by CertiPUR-US, which means the mattress is made without ozone depleters, PBDEs, TDCPP or TCEP ("Tris") flame retardants, mercury, lead, other heavy metals, formaldehyde, or phthalates. Any mattress that you buy should have this certification.
Layla has a thick, soft cover made of polyester, viscose, poly/lycra, much like the cover on the Leesa mattress. It also has a thermoGEL cooling agent woven in to help reduce heat buildup. We really like the look of the Layla cover, with its geometric grey pattern. In fact, we sort of hate putting sheets on the mattress because the cover is just so cool and unique. You probably should, though, if you're sleeping on it every night.
While the Layla cover is removable, it's dry clean only. To make things much simpler, we recommend not even removing the cover if you have a spill. Just mix some warm water and mild soap and spot clean the area.
If you want to make absolutely certain that your mattress doesn't get stained, however, you might want to look into a mattress protector on Amazon or at some other retailer. So far, it doesn't look like Layla offers their own mattress protector. In any event, mattress protectors are usually breathable and washable, but also completely waterproof.
The only real downside with mattress protectors is that they can change the feel of the bed since you're adding more material. All this is to say that you have a few cleaning options with the bed, but if you're really concerned, a mattress protector might make sense.
In prior models of the Layla mattress, both sides of the bed were pretty soft. Now, however, we've found the Firm side to be, well, more firm. We put it at about a medium to medium-firm on our firmness scale, and the softer side to be about a medium-soft. Basically, you have a choice between a soft side and a slightly firm side.
Given that Layla uses quite a bit of memory foam, naturally, it has a memory foam feel, on both sides, but more so on the Soft side. We actually think it finds a nice balance between feeling like memory foam, but also appealing to people that don't tend to love the material. Based on our own independent research about 90% of people are completely fine with (or really like) memory foam.
Laying down on this bed feels like a soft and airy hug because you'll sink into the material and it'll cradle your body. Because it is a soft memory foam, you're going to see slower response times than with, say a latex mattress. Despite the fact that you can tell this is a memory foam bed, there's no deep, quicksand-like feel—it's actually really comfortable and reminds us of the older Puffy mattress (before they updated it).
It offers great pressure relief, but still responds back relatively quickly, at least on the Firm side. It's not your typical memory foam mattress and for some people that might be a really good or bad thing.
Since the Layla mattress was updated in January 2019, we've changed our stance with regard to back sleepers and stomach sleepers. We now hold that Layla is a suitable mattress for back and stomach sleepers, so long as you weigh under 230 lb and you don't want a truly firm mattress. Remember, the Firm side is between a medium and medium-firm on the soft/firm scale.
Having said all of that, if you're really petite (i.e. under 150 lb), the bed will feel even firmer to you since softness/firmness is a relative measure that depends on your height-to-weight ratio.
Both sides of the Layla are good for side sleepers, although, if you want maximum pressure relief, you'll prefer the Soft side. Side sleepers need a soft mattress that will be pressure relieving enough for their hips and shoulders. Layla does a good job of being accepting of curves, instead of fighting against them.
As for combo sleepers, we'd say yes, if you're medium or petite. The more you weigh, the more you'll sink into the bed and the softer it'll feel, versus the lighter you are, the less you'll sink down and the firmer the bed will feel. More petite combo sleepers might like this bed more than heavier combo sleepers, because they'll be less "stuck," making it easier to switch positions.
No. This is a soft, 10", all-foam bed that has a layer of convoluted foam. For heavy people, it's just not going to be supportive or durable enough over the long run for. We usually recommend heavier individuals go for beds with coils, or that are at the least much firmer and/or thicker. If you're over 250 lb, make sure to check out our list of the best mattresses for heavy people.
Layla will work in a pinch for heavy people, but it's not technically a heavy person's mattress—nor is it marketed as such. The bed is made for individuals weighing under 230-250 lb. For the record, we have the same stance for just about every all-foam 10″ mattress. It's just the nature of that type of mattress construction.
We think this bed is a great option for children and teens, especially if they love the feel of soft memory foam. If they're super petite, they'll probably even get away with sleeping on their back or stomach. Just make sure they're on the firmer side of the mattress and that their hips and shoulders aren't dipping into the bed enough to make their back arch.
We also think this bed is a nice option for pregnant women, who need to sleep on their sides once they start showing. They can sleep on their back/do some combo sleeping on the firmer side, then flip the mattress to the softer side while pregnant, then flip it back post pregnancy.
Not really. It's fairly good at regulating heat, especially for such a soft memory foam bed. This is because it uses copper-infused memory foam, which helps to pull heat away from the body. This is not the best cooling mattress for hot sleepers, but it's certainly not the hottest bed we've tried.
Remember that a lot goes into how hot or cold you perceive a bed to be. For instance, your sheets play a major role, despite the fact that most people want to blame their mattress. Also, your pajamas are key—the less you have on, the cooler you will sleep. That's fairly intuitive. Room temperature is also obviously important. The reason we bring this up is that while a mattress plays a role in temperature regulation, there are other factors that you should consider as well.
Depends how you and your partner tend to sleep. With the Layla mattress, the edge support is good on the Firm side and ok on the Soft side. This is to be expected since, in general, softer beds don't have the world's best edge support. It's usually the firm beds and coil beds that have above-average support along the perimeter.
To be fair to Layla, in a lot of our mattress reviews—particularly for foam beds—we complain about edge support. It tends to be just average on a lot of all-foam beds with, perhaps, the exception of Nest Alexander Signature Series and a few others.
On a more positive note, you might like Layla if you're a sensitive sleeper. Layla does a very good job of isolating any movement, so if your partner has one of those nights where they get up to pee five different times, their movement probably won't wake you up.
There's little to no movement transferring through the bed. This is to be expected since we're dealing with such a soft memory foam bed. Layla is so good at motion isolation, however, we put it on our list of the best mattresses for light sleepers.
Layla is a great all types of sleepers who want a softer memory foam mattress. Plus, it has the added benefit of being double-sided and flippable, so you have two chances to get things right with Layla. All-in-all, we really like the Layla mattress, especially the updated 2019 version.
Layla might not be the only flippable mattress sold online, but it very well could be the most popular. Here's the short list:
Plank — This is a firm mattress. There's no other way to put it. Plank is designed for people that want a minimalist mattress that has a truly firm feel to it. On one side is a firm surface and the other, a slightly less firm surface.
IDLE Sleep Mattresses — IDLE has built its entire brand around the concept of a flippable mattress. They make several that are double-sided, including a coil, all-foam, air bed, and latex model. They're a good deal more expensive than the Layla mattress, however—especially the IDLE Air mattress.
Nolah Signature 12 — This mattress flips the way that the old Layla mattress used to: you take the cover off entirely, flip the bed, and put the cover back on. Not a huge deal, but clearly not something that you'd want to do everyday. Other than that, it's a very nice mattress with an organic cotton cover. This can be a soft mattress or a somewhat firm mattress depending on which side you have facing up.
Spindle — This is technically a flippable mattress, though, there is some effort involved since you're flipping the interior layers of foam (which by the way are not light). Even so, Spindle is one of the most affordable latex mattresses out there.
Zenhaven — From an affordable latex bed to a luxury latex bed, Zenhaven is one of the more sought after natural/organic beds online. It has a truly firm side and medium-firm side.
Nest Bedding Latex — Just like Spindle, this mattress is not presented to the public as being "flippable," but the layers inside can be rearranged to create a similar affect. As an example, you can swap the medium and soft layers to make a bed that's firmer or softer. Keep in mind, latex mattresses are on the pricier end. They also make a innerspring mattress version, but that's not flippable.
CouchBed — Ok, this one is not a serious mattress, nor is it really marketed as a "flippable" mattress, but it still technically is usable on both sides. CouchBed is half couch and half bed, though, it's not really great in either category. It will work for game rooms, spare bedrooms, garages, RVs, campers, and college student apartments / dorm rooms, however.
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How did we get this bed?
|Layla sent it to us so that we could publish this review and others. But don't worry, we are in no way obligated to say good (or bad) things about it and, as always, all opinions are that of the Slumber Yard team.
Where is the Layla mattress manufactured?
|It's made in the United States. In fact, according to the label on the mattress, it's made in Phoenix, Arizona.
What carrier does Layla use for shipping?
|They ship via FedEx. Shipping in the contiguous United States is free. If you want the mattress shipped to Alaska, Hawaii, or Canada it will cost $125, plus any taxes and duties. This is pretty standard in terms of shipping policies. Unfortunately, Alaska and Hawaii are often times carved out of the "free" shipping policies given that shipping something there is prohibitively expensive.
Does Layla offer financing?
|Yes. They use a company called Affirm that's commonly used in the mattress industry.
Can I find Layla at any mattress retailers?
|As of now, the answer is no. We might see Layla show up in certain stores in the future, but for the time being it is an online-only mattress. We think that's just fine considering you always have the free return option available to you during the trial window. That said, we have see Purple and Casper start to sell at brick and mortar retailers, so you never know. If there were to start selling at retail locations, it would most likely be a specialty retailer like Lowe's (in the case of Tuft & Needle). Off the top of my head, I'm thinking of Bed, Bath & Beyond, which I don't believe sells a competing brand of mattresses.
Does Layla offer other products?
|Yes. So far, we have posted reviews of the following products: Layla Pillow and Layla Topper. We have their sheets, but have yet to post a review of them. In addition to those products, they also sell a metal bed frame and foundation.
How firm is the Layla mattress?
|It has a "Soft" side that is a medium-soft and a "Firm" side that is around a medium.
What does Layla feel like?
|This is a soft memory foam bed. It has a light and airy feel, but it definitely feels like memory foam.
Is this an innerspring mattress?
|The Original Layla mattress is not an innerspring mattress. It measures 10" thick and is made of foam. The company also offers "Layla Hybrid" which is the innerspring version of the Original mattress.
Is this a good bed for side sleepers?
|We think it will be. It's on the softer side, which means side sleepers should appreciate how much pressure relief it offers.


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Monday Madness, Madness of Monday
I swear I had something to say. I was thinking about it just last night. Maybe even early this morning. Now I can't remember.
This is why ideas should be written down. There will be a lot of them that come to nothing. They'll seem brilliant, important, or at least mildly interesting at first and you will be sure that you can make something of them. Then you come back a week or a month later–sometimes only an hour–and it sounds pointless, boring, ridiculous. On occasion, it makes no sense whatsoever. And that's fine. All of our ideas can't be good. That's just unrealistic. But by not writing ideas down, I am sure I've forgotten more good ideas than I remember.
To be fair, habits take a long time to develop, and I used to have a much better memory. I never had trouble remembering the important things. But I guess that was when I had a lot less to remember. As an adult, with adult responsibilities, and the knowledge of how much you've already forgotten in your life, you know that you'd damn well better write down anything that's important.
And yet you still forget.
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The high-aspect, fully-battened mains on the Nacra 17 provide substantial load. To help the crew get every last inch of trim, Harken developed a 57/40 mm combination ratchet block that attaches to the traveler car. This block, plus the 5-sheave, 57 mm Carbo quadruple, gives sailors a compact 10:1 purchase.
Being able to easily control the camber of the main and the twist of the leach makes all the difference in boat speed, making the cunningham one of the most important controls on a fully-battened mainsail like the Nacra 17. This system uses a combination of Carbo, T18, and high-strength blocks for an 8:1 double-ended system that can be reached from either tack. Two Carbo pivoting lead blocks (headknockers) on each side of the mast swing side-to-side, enabling crew to easily adjust the cunningham from either side of the boat.
Two 57 mm soft-attach Carbo® Ratchamatics make up the spinnaker system. Lashing or splicing the blocks at different places on the boat enables the lead to be fine-tuned to crew preference.
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IB Arts & Electives
IB Arts & Electives courses are designed to foster critical, reflective and informed practice, help students understand the dynamic and changing nature of the arts, explore the diversity of arts across time, place and cultures, and express themselves with confidence and competence.
Visual Art
The visual arts course enables students to engage in both practical exploration and artistic production, and in independent contextual, visual and critical investigation. The course is designed to enable students to study visual arts in higher education and also welcomes those students who seek life enrichment through visual arts.
Studio work – 60%
Students should be introduced to art concepts and techniques such as:
- the exploration of media, including the use of material and equipment
- the exploration and development of artistic qualities in visual arts
- the study of relationships between form, meaning and content in visual arts
- the study of a variety of social and cultural functions of visual arts
- the appreciation and evaluation of their own work and that of others.
Students should be encouraged to explore art, craft and design traditions from past, present and emerging cultural backgrounds, and local, national and international contexts.
At the end of the course, students should have produced studio work that communicates their understanding of conceptual content, their technical skill and their sense of critical awareness. They should also have developed an understanding of the artistic process from the generation of initial ideas through the various stages that lead to the completion of a final studio work.
All studio work needs to reflect personal involvement and be linked to the investigation contained in their workbooks.
The students will stage an exhibition of their studio work. There will be a visiting external assessor who will view the exhibition, read the workbook and hear what the students have to say about their work.
Choice of Media
The students select media related to their individual strengths and interests, whilst understanding that the facilities may provide some limitations. Students should be reminded that quality work that shows a developing maturity of artistic understanding at the end of the course is preferable to work that shows a superficial acquaintance with a large number of different skills and techniques.
As with all choices of media, visual arts students who wish to work in alternative or emerging media must remember that this is a visual arts course and their work will be assessed against criteria specific to visual arts.
Investigation Workbooks – 40%
The purpose of the investigation workbooks is to encourage personal investigation into visual arts, which must be closely related to the studio work undertaken.
The investigation workbooks should incorporate contextual, visual and critical investigation. They should function as working documents and support the student's independent, informed investigation and studio practice. Investigation workbooks provide an opportunity for reflection and discovery and they play a key role in allowing ideas to take shape and grow. They should contain visual and written material that address contextual, visual and critical aspects of the investigation. They should also reflect the student's interests and include wide-ranging first-hand investigations into issues and ideas related to visual arts. There should be a balance in the investigation between analytical and open-ended discussion, illustrating the student's creative thinking.
The workbook is assessed internally and selected pages are sent away to be moderated.
IB Film Studies Course Outline
Film Studies is a stimulating addition to the Arts section of the IB syllabus. It is a subject that takes us beyond simply considering Hollywood as the only form of cinema and allows students to engage with this highly influential form of communication and consider the impact that world cinema has on both a personal level and the effect on other countries and cultures.
The course will work to build students critical and creative skills to improve their knowledge of cinema and appreciate it as a medium of communication as well as an art form, to encourage independence of thinking and their enjoyment of film.
Over the two years students will analyse and research cinema from around the world focusing on topics ranging from the Hollywood studio system, political and social comment evident in British cinema, right through to the cinematography of European films, the high energy Bollywood movies and the symbolic use of anime in Japanese cinema. From this, candidates will be expected to examine film production, form and reception, and relate these to cultural, social and political contexts.
The course is ideal for anyone who has a genuine interest in film and the arts. Creative thinking and practical skills will be encouraged to promote critical autonomy.
Over the duration of the course assessment consists of:
- An oral presentation (25%)
- A documentary script on an independent research
topic concerning an aspect if film theory and/or history (25%)
- A short film project including supporting production portfolio (50%)
Film Studies is a stimulating addition to the Arts section of the IB syllabus. It is a subject that takes us beyond simply considering Hollywood as the only form of cinema and allows students to engage with this highly influential form of communication and consider the impact that world cinema has on both a personal level and the effect on other countries and cultures.
Theatre and Music
Theatre is a composite art that is forever evolving in new forms. It nourishes, sustains and extends the
human spirit. It is a means of exploring society and relationships within it. Through it, there may emerge possibilities for individual and communal understanding. Theatre is about transformation. It is the application, through play, of energy and imagination to frame, reflect, expose, critique and speculate. These activities should engage and develop the sensibilities of all the students who participate in them. By studying theatre, and engaging with it practically, students will discover how elusive, fascinating and varied theatre can be.
At one extreme, theatre is national, institutionalized and commercial, while at the other it is provincial,
subversive and experimental. The Diploma Programme theatre course is designed to encourage students to examine theatre in its diversity of forms around the world. This may be achieved through a critical study of the theory, history and culture of theatre, and will find expression through workshopping, devised work or scripted performance. Students will come to understand that the act of imagining, creating, presenting and critically reflecting on theatre in its past and present contexts embodies the individual and social need to investigate and find explanations for the world around us.
The theatre course emphasizes the importance of working individually and as a member of an ensemble. Students are encouraged to develop the organizational and technical skills needed to express themselves creatively in theatre. A further challenge for students following this course is for them to become aware of their own perspectives and biases and to learn to respect those of others. This requires a willingness to understand alternative views, to respect and appreciate cultural diversity, and to see the varied role that theatre plays in reflecting these. As a result, the theatre course can become a way for students to celebrate the international and intercultural dynamic that inspires and sustains some forms of contemporary theatre, while appreciating the specifically local origins that have always given rise to performance, and which, in many parts of the world, still do.
At the core of the theatre course lies a concern with clarity of understanding, critical thinking, reflective
analysis, effective involvement and imaginative synthesis—all of which should be achieved through
practical engagement in theatre.
Difference between SL and HL
Theatre students at both SL and HL are presented with a common core syllabus that encourages the development of certain skills, attributes and attitudes, as described in the "Objectives" section of this guide. Due to the nature of the theatre course, there may be no great difference in the complexity or artistic merit of the work produced by students at SL and HL. However, the difference in recommended teaching times at SL and HL signals a clear distinction between the demands made on students. It is expected that students at HL will use the extra time available to develop their personal research and practice in theatre, and to extend their understanding of the ideas, practices and concepts encountered during the course. The differences between the requirements of the theatre course at SL and HL are outlined in the table below.
Theatre and Prior Learning
The theatre course at both HL and SL requires no previous experience in drama or theatre. Since the
course is designed to enable students to experience theatre on a personal level, achievement in this
subject is reflected in how students develop, extend and refine the knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary for studying this art form. Students' individual ability to be creative and imaginative, and to
communicate in dramatic form, will be challenged and extended through the theoretical and practical
content of the course.
The theatre course provides a relevant learning opportunity for a diverse range of students as it lays an appropriate foundation for further study in theatre, performing arts and other related subjects. In addition, by instilling discipline, and refining communication and group-work skills, it offers a valuable course of study for students who may wish to pursue a career or further education studies in areas unconnected to theatre.
The Journal
Students at both HL and SL should keep a journal from the outset of the course. This is the student's own record, charting development, challenges and achievements, and, as such, students are free to determine what form it should take (written, audio and/or visual). The aim of the journal is to support and nurture development and reflection, and it is expected that much of the students' assessed work will emerge from it. Students should also be encouraged to explore connections between different areas of learning throughout the course. The journal is not directly assessed or moderated but, since what it contains will reflect the sensibility of individual students, and will contain their responses to the different areas of learning, it should be regarded as a fundamental activity of the course.
IB Theatre at Uplands
At Uplands the IB Theatre course is approved holistically focusing on the three core components of the curriculum. In the s each of the core components are explained. The nature of the course demands that from year to year, the choice of texts, theatre practices, methods of performance will change and timing of projects will change. However, each theatre experience will be used to enhance the students understanding of the nature and components of the art form.
Course activities include participation in practical theatre experience, critical evaluation of external productions and dramaturgy research. Independent projects will allow students the opportunity to focus on their individual areas of interest.
Uplands is an active member of The International School Theatre Association and students regularly attend and host International Theatre Festivals and IB Theatre Arts Symposiums.
Our theatre course can become a way for students to celebrate the international and intercultural dynamic that inspires and sustains some forms of contemporary theatre, while appreciating the specifically local origins that have always given rise to performance, and which, in many parts of the world, still do.
IB Music
Music functions as a means of personal and communal identity and expression, and embodies the social and cultural values of individuals and communities. This scenario invites exciting exploration and sensitive study.
Music, and all of its associations, may vary considerably from one musical culture to another: yet music may share similarities. Such richness offers a variety of ways to encounter and engage with a constantly changing world.
A vibrant musical education fosters curiosity and openness to both familiar and unfamiliar musical worlds.Through such a study of music we learn to hear relationships of pitch in sound, pattern in rhythm and unfolding sonic structures. Through participating in the study of music we are able to explore the similarities, differences and links in music from within our own culture and that of others across time. Informed and active musical engagement allows us to explore and discover relationships between lived human experience and specific sound combinations and technologies, thus informing us more fully of the world around us, and the nature of humanity.
The Diploma Programme music course provides an appropriate foundation for further study in music at university level or in music career pathways. It also provides an enriching and valuable course of study for students who may pursue other careers. This course also provides all students with the opportunity to engage in the world of music as lifelong participants.


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The following list will guide you through how to play NES, SNES, Nintendo 64, Nintendo GameCube/Wii, Nintendo Gameboy/Color/Advanced, Nintendo DS AND Nintendo Virtual Boy games on your Windows PC.
There are many NES emulators, but Nestopia is my favorite. It is open source and is still being worked on. It plays all the games I've tried, it works with my gamepad, and has some advanced options. It even supports multiplayer over the Internet! Download Nestopia here.
ZSNES is a great emulator, the interface is weird, but it works great. A tip I wish I knew a long time ago is that when you have you mouse in the window, you can hold the right mouse button to move the window. You can read a great tutorial about ZSNES here and download the program here.
Nintendo 64
Project64 has been working on their 64 emulator for a very long time. You can get the beta (1.7) if you donate, but the stable 1.6 is free and great. The only problem I have with Nintendo 64 emulation is that it's hard to emulate an N64 controller, but that isn't Project64's problem. You can download it here.
Nintendo GameCube/Wii
Dolphin is the only emulator I know of for GameCube or Wii games. I was surprised to find that Super Smash Brothers Melee was going at a playable speed. Dolphin is updated weekly and seems to be progressing well. It comes in both 32 bit and 64 bit applications, which you can download here.
Nintendo Gameboy/Color/Advanced
All of these emulators are rolled into one package with Visual Boy Advance. It has not been updated since 2005, but it works great. One nice feature is that it can play roms that are still in a zip folder. So there is no need to unzip. Something you may want to look out for is Visual Boy Advance-M, which plans to improve upon VBA. For now, you can download VBA from here.
Nintendo DS
I had problems with this. DeSmuME worked the best, but I tried iDeaS and it had some problems too. I only tried this with one game, but I have been told DeSmuME is slightly better.
Nintendo Virtual Boy
Oh come on. Why would you want to do that to yourself? Red Dragon is probably the best we're gonna get. There is little to no interest in emulating this failure. Download it here, if you must.


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Las Cruces Sun-News
December 20, 2010
By Ben Alexander
Debate over a possible new national monument covering the Otero Mesa has erupted again. Given the importance of this issue, now is the time to discuss the economics of how a monument could impact southern New Mexico and whether it would be beneficial to residents.
Let's start with the area's economy. The region's economy has strong ties to the military, though since the mid-1980s these jobs have been declining. In contrast, services and professional sectors and retirement and investment income have grown independent of this decline and provided a complimentary economic alternative to military bases.
By 2008, services and professional employment constituted more than 50 percent of all jobs in southern New Mexico and non-labor income was more than one-third of total personal income. These sectors are associated with above average economic performance in rural, public land counties across the West.
There also are a few warning signs on the horizon. In some areas such as Otero County the population is growing entirely because of high birth rates, while more adults are leaving the county each year than migrate into the area.
Also, the self-employed ranks have grown much faster than wage and salary jobs – a possible indication that people are working for themselves because it is their only alternative.
With this context in mind, the question is whether monument designation – acting to increase protections on public land – would benefit southern New Mexico economically. The short answer is that repeated academic studies have shown that investments in public lands conservation and restoration provide an immediate return through new employment and revenue.
Tourism and recreation play a substantial role in rural communities. The Economic Research Service of the U.S. Department of Agriculture recently found that "recreation and tourism development contributes to rural well-being, increasing local employment, wage levels, and income, reducing poverty and improving education and health." Job earnings in rural recreation counties, for example, are $2,000 more per worker than in other rural counties.
In today's economy, the value of natural amenities and recreation opportunities extends far beyond tourism.
Experts increasingly recognize that protected public lands provide not only immediate job and financial benefits through tourism and recreation but also help promote long-term economic growth because of their ability to attract and retain people, entrepreneurs, and the growing number of retirees who locate for quality of life reasons.
Furthermore, published research has shown that, nationwide, protected natural amenities – such as pristine scenery and wildlife – help sustain property values and attract new investment.
So what would a monument mean for southern New Mexico?
The Mesa is one of the most highly regarded natural assets not yet protected in New Mexico and home to more than 1,000 native plant and animal species. Already significant tourism jobs and expenditures along with related tax revenue could be expected to grow further with a new monument. By taking an active role in a new monument, the region could cultivate a growing services and retirement economy as part of a long-term economic diversification and resiliency strategy.
Just as importantly, the Mesa lies above the region's largest untapped water source, the Salt Basin Aquifer. This water will become even more valuable over time and should be guarded for responsible future use.
It's worth considering whether there could be opportunity costs from creating a monument. Such a designation would not harm agricultural uses or military employment.
Looking at mineral wealth, the Bureau of Land Management's analysis showed little reason to believe that the local economy would benefit from projected fossil fuel extraction on Otero Mesa – and that the limited revenue from mineral extraction might not even cover the share of infrastructure and service costs.
Overall, there is a strong case to be made that protecting Otero Mesa's unique desert grasslands will provide a number of economic benefits to nearby communities.
Ben Alexander is associate director of Headwaters Economics, www.headwaterseconomics.org, an independent, nonprofit research group whose mission is to improve community development and land management decisions in the West.


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Besides surfing camps, Sumbawa Island can offer astonishing views, fascinating culture and the possibility to observe local people within their everyday life, in villages that have been unchanged by time. If you seek an authentic and remote destination, where adventure awaits you behind every corner – Sumbawa Island will be perfect for you!
Tambora Volcano
Explore the unbeaten mountain paths; see breathtaking views with sunrises and sunsets above the mountains. Are you ready for a new adventure?
Sumbawa Besar
Travel into the past and visit the sultan's wooden palace, built in the XIX century. Stop in time and capture the unique moments with some pictures.
Moyo Island
Visit this small, volcanic island in the northern part of Sumbawa Besar. It is a great place for snorkeling, swimming and diving.
Wera Island
See how locals build their traditional "phinisi" boats with technology that hasn't changed for generations.
Satonda Island
Visit a coral island that is hidden in the shadow of the mighty Tambora volcano. A massive tsunami caused by the eruption of Tambora filled up the inner crater of the island with ocean water which has remained there until now. You will get to see the lake during a beautiful walk around the caldera – the locals believe that the island is magical and has the ability to make people's wishes come true – so be careful what you wish for!
Pulau Bedil
Go local! PulauBedil is a little Robinson Crusoe island, located on the North West coast of Sumbawa. It's also a weekend getaway for local families.


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Armenian bakery is a part of the Armenian culture. Armenians love bread and making pastry is in their blood.
The astonishing smell of Gata and the wonderful taste of lavash is what defines Armenia. Never tried it? It is never late. Keep reading this article and you will discover the best Armenian bakeries.
Those who have already tried any Armenian pastry and happen to be living outside Armenia feel probably helpless. But, we will help you to find the answer to the question "Any Armenian bakery near me?".
Whether you're in Armenia, or outside, you'll find a lot of interesting information about Armenian bakeries and how to try lavash, or gata in your town.
Wait! It is not only Gata and Lavash… the rest is coming to amaze you!
Find the Most Amazing Armenian Bakeries in Armenia!
Armenian Bakery #1. Gntunik
Gntunik is one of the wonders of Armenia. It is located in Aparan, which is approximately fifty kilometers North West from the city Yerevan.
They offer the yummiest cookies, gata and khachapuries, croissants filled with "Chocolate Ocean". The variety of Armenian bread is also offered: Matnaqash, black bread, white bread, Puri, and finally lavash. You should visit Gntunik. You know why? Watch the video.
Now you know for sure that being a baker is not just a job in Armenia- it is a lifestyle and a hobby!
In Gntunik Bakery and Supermarket you will find delicious pastry at affordable prices. Unfortunately, there is no delivery service, although it is a good reason to visit Aparan and create nice memories there. Do not lose your time. Visit Gntunik and you will not regret!
Armenian Bakery #2. Grand Candy
"Grand Candy" Ponchikanots is one of the most popular places that children like to visit.
Stop for a while in one of the streets of Armenia, and ask children what they really love to eat, and the answer will follow immediately: "Ponchik". Every child adores Grand Candy, which is a big and kind elephant that makes your time more enjoyable at Ponchikanots.
Every person in Armenia has a part of "Grand Candy" in his/her childhood memories. Grand Candy was founded in the beginning of 2000s. Currently, it has 29 brand stores, so there is no need to search in Google "Armenian Bakeries near me", as Grand Candy is always near.
It offers more than 400 different products: Ponchiks, biscuits, wafers, cakes, bakery, etc. There is no online ordering service, but the stores are available almost in every town.
The prices are very affordable. Ponchiks cost from 90 – 130AMD (less than a dollar). The quality is the company's motto, so go for it, and taste the freshest Ponchiks ever. They are waiting for you!
Armenian Bakery #3. Louis Charden Bakery
A unique Armenian bakery with a beautiful design and atmosphere makes you feel the aroma of your mother's cakes.
Amazing design transfers you to a peaceful world, where you are the one to enjoy it. Do you want to taste French croissants, baguettes, cinnamon rolls, cakes, pies, home-made yogurts and sandwiches, which are made in Armenia? So, do it right now!
Visit Louis Charden bakery, which is located in the heart of the city Yerevan. Is it near you? Great! Just visit and do not worry about prices. Croissants cost 700-950AMD ($1.5-$2), baguettes and breads cost from 450 AMD to 750 AMD ($1-$1.5).
One more thing: if you are too busy to visit, it is always fine to order from Louis Charden via Menu.am. It is the time to order your lunch from Louis Charden!
Armenian Bakery #4. Balatoon Cherry House
Amazing! No words to add and no words to describe. The huge variety of pastry offered by Balatoon is what makes your life more delicious.
Croissants filled with savory ingredients; biscuits and pancakes filled with cherry, apple and chocolate; calzones; sandwiches; and other typical Armenian pastries, which are too delicious for this world.
Average price for croissants is 400 AMD ($0,8), and for pastry it is approximately 700 – 800 AMD ($1.5). Interested? Just visit! You may also order and enjoy the taste of your favorite pastry wherever you are: Menu.am is always there to deliver.
Armenian Bakery #5. Jazzve Dessert
Do you know what "Jazzve" means? It is the name of coffee pot, which Armenian people use to make coffee.
Could it be a better experience than drinking a cup of coffee at Jazzve and tasting the yummiest pastry? Well, we recommend you to try Mikado, Éclairs, Pahlava, and Napoleon.
Jazzve is one of the largest café chains in Armenia. It has 11 branches, which are located both in Yerevan and in Tsakhkadzor.
If you are just arriving to Armenia, you need to visit Jazzve that is located in "Zvartnots" international airport. Jazzve has also cafes in Abovyan, Komitas, Moskovyan, and Tumanyan streets.
It is always available and always near you. Jazzve's average prices for dessert is 700-1500 AMD ($1.5-$3). Start your trip to Armenia with Jazzve- Zvartnots International Airport, VIP hall.
Armenian Bakery #6. Papaya
Another Armenian Bakery, which has 50 years of history and experience. Within the 50 years, Papaya kept its superior quality organic ingredients.
Papaya offers different types of cookies, tasteful pastries, candy bars and cakes. If you are here to celebrate your birthday or even your wedding, Papaya's cakes are the best match for you.
Prices for pastry start from 650-700 AMD ($1-$1.5) and you may also order online via Menu.am. Papaya is the place you should probably visit at least once in your lifetime, so try it now.
Armenian Bakery #7. Malocco
Malocco, located in Yerevan, offers you a great variety of pastry. It has a cozy atmosphere, friendly stuff, and amazing, just amazing cheesecakes.
Yes, you have to taste it! Prices start in average from 500-600 AMD ($1). Anything more interesting? Well, apple pies, carrot cakes, Pavlovas, profiteroles and other delicious pastries are waiting for you. This is one of the most favorite places of Armenian young people. Hurry up!
Not in Armenia? Don't Worry, let's see if Your Town is in the List!
Armenian Bakery #8. Paradise Bakery
You are in the US and do not know from where to buy Armenian pastry, or Lavash or Pita Bread?
You are also searching for "the best Armenian bakery near me". Well, do not complicate it. Visit Paradise.
No, wait! It is on the Earth, near you! Want it to be delivered? Add it to your Shopping cart and enjoy always fresh lavash, bread and other pastries to your door.
Lavash costs $3, and pastries cost in average 2-4 $. Quite affordable, right? Create your Paradise in Armenian Bakery "Paradise".
Armenian Bakery #9. Nkanak
People in Russia are also given an amazing opportunity to taste Armenian bread and Lavash at affordable prices.
If you are in St. Petersburg, that is your only chance to taste traditionally cooked Tonri Lavash, because Nkanak's tonir, the hole in which Armenian people make lavash, is the only one in Saint Petersburg.
There is no online ordering service, so visit Nkanak and feel like in Armenia!
Armenian Bakery #10. Talaie
Talaie is an Armenian Bakery in Tehran as well. It offers a great variety of pastry. Originality of Talaie attracts the customers, so they create a wonderful brand experience.
According to the reviews, Talaie is affordable. People love their Gatas very much. They do not find anything more delicious than a cup of coffee with a slice of Gata filled with khoriz.
Hmm… you need to taste it. Again, the address is – Tehran, Mirzayeh Shirazi Street. Do not cross the street without buying a Gata from Talaie, as later you will regret, but there is no online ordering. See you in Talaie!
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Poll: Will Ds and Rs Reach Fiscal Deal by End of 2012?
What do you think?
Leave other on-topic ideas in a comment, if you wish!
Written by Jude Cowell
December 7, 2012 at 5:22 pm
Posted in 2012, Financial, US Congress, US economy
Tagged with America's fiscal course, Ds vs Rs on fiscal deal, Fiscal Cliff
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only 4 brave enough to Vote? I know I know, you' re busy, right? That' s good !!
December 11, 2012 at 3:11 pm
8 votes so far with 'partial deal' the victor. After-Christmas update: apparently 'holiday shoppping' was of no importance on Capitol Hill. Dumble-headed dolts.
December 28, 2012 at 5:47 pm
Yes, a partial solution w most families having payroll taxes upon them again which actually should return $ money to Social Security where the payroll tax breaks came from. However. 'Political Showdowns' that make secret deals negotiated by a select few seem a necessity are Not how the US government is meant to be run.
And after all the drama (and w more stalemate promised by the new world order agents in Washington) where are the jobs? And why are bailed out by taxpayers banks not paying us back by creating jobs by loaning money–by investing in America?
We'll see if things improve after Jupiter's Direct Station on Jan 30 into June 2013 when the Great Benefic leaves its Rx shadow and moves toward Cancer where he' s happier– and on to a (12-year) Jupiter Return.
In about 2 months, if/when Republicans recklessly hold US economy ' hostage' w debt ceiling stand-off w a resulting credit rating downgrade as in summer 2011, US unemployment will rise (the GOP hopes Dem president will be blamed, a vain hope) and global markets will tremble if not crash. And over paying bills that purse-strings holders, the US Congress, has already incurred! Which makes Republicans deadbeats.
Such Big Plans on Capitol Hill!
January 6, 2013 at 4:02 pm
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Sizes: 700c with Shimano/SRAM 11-speed freehub body
Weight: 1510 grams (not including rim strips)
For many of us, upgrading to a new road bike is asking a bit much. Your current road or triathlon bicycle might have become an old friend that fits well and has excellent road manners. But sometimes you just want to feel like you're getting more out of every pedal stroke when you climb aboard that familiar machine. The best upgrade you can make to your bike is a better set of wheels, and Bontrager has released a stunning set of carbon fiber wheels that are surprisingly affordable.
The Aeolus Pro 3 TLR wheelset uses the same OCLV carbon fiber technology found in Trek's world-beating road machines. Thanks to that miracle material, the Aeolus Pro 3 TLR wheelset boasts incredibly low weight, giving any bicycle a faster, more nimble feel that leaps out of every corner. The 35mm rim profile helps to slice though the air cleanly, reducing effort at high speeds. Crosswinds can be an issue with many deep-section carbon fiber wheels, but Trek's engineers have devised a more bullet-nosed rim profile that reduces lateral instability in gusty conditions. Called D3 (for Dual Directional Design), the rim's leading edge is effective at handling headwinds and crosswinds alike. DT Swiss supplies the bladed stainless steel spokes, enhancing lateral strength while reducing drag further. The Aeolus Pro 3 TLR wheels are great for going fast, but can also handle reigning in that speed with included Black Prince brake pads and an enhanced carbon fiber braking track that reduces heat buildup. The Aeolus Pro 3 hubs feature a 24-point engagement cassette body, and are designed to swap between QR skewers to thru-axles with different end caps (sold separately).
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Receding Ice at the Lake
What a totally gorgeous day we had today in New England!
Certainly a big change from last weekend.
Picking up sticks and patching the roof damage from the wind storm was on the agenda and it was so nice of the weather to cooperate.
The ice is melting in earnest now down at the lake, and the warning to remove all bob houses has come way before the April 1st deadline.
The best thing about today - hanging out a laundry to dry. First time this season and can't wait to use those towels - they smell heavenly!


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The author will be awarding a Grand Prize of a handmade bookmark, signed cover flat, pens, flash drive, keylight key chain, a Loving Dangerously t-shirt, a signed copy of Fondled and Gobbled and a $20 Amazon GC to a randomly drawn commenter during the tour. (US ONLY). Plus, a runner's up prize of a $20 Amazon GC will be awarded to one randomly drawn commenter during the tour. Click here for the Rafflecoper. Click on the banner to follow the tour and increase your chances of winning.
Author Interview
What advice would you give to writers just starting out?
I would tell young writers not to ever give up on their dreams. Find a good critique partner and learn to take advice from others. I would also suggest to find writer friends, writing can be very solitary and friends help with the questions that can't be answered by anyone else.
Do you ever suffer from writer's block? If so, what do you do about it?
Oh yes! I find I usually suffer from writers block when I'm trying to force my characters to do something that they don't want to do. It can last for a day to months, depending on how stubborn I'm being. What works for me is to skip the piece that I'm trying to write and work around it. Then, later on the missing link to the piece I'm trying to write will reveal itself, sometimes in the oddest of places.
What comes first: the plot or the characters?
I think they both came at the same time. When I have an idea for a new story I see the plot and the character. But I don't think it would be wrong to have said either one. A writer could think of a plot and then the characters that would fit the situation or the writer could have a specific character that they wanted to write about and then think of a plot that would fit the character. When I got the idea for the first book in this series I had the idea of a hostile alien invasion and the idea of how a strong willed woman, Eva, would react to it.
Are you a plotter or a pantser?
I'm mostly a pantser, but I have some plotter in me. If I have a choice I like being pantser, there's something magical about finding out what's happening in the story as I go along. I find out all kinds of interesting things about my character and the story line.
Tell us something about your newest release that is NOT in the blurb.
There's nothing mentioned about Jess and JB's relationship in the blurb. We know from Dangerously Yours that Jess and JB are friends, but in Dangerously Yours we delve deeper into that friendship. In Dangerously Hers we also see how Eva's life has changed and we see how she has grown in the last few years. This book is about friendship, starting over and finding love. You don't have to be a sci-fi fan to understand that concept. It's the makings of a really good love story.
Are you working on something at present that you would like to tell us about?
I have two more books on the way for the Loving Dangerously series: Dangerously His and Dangerously Forever. I have more stories in my head for that series so hopefully the books won't stop there. I'm also working on a superhuman book that will be included in a multi-author series. I have played with two other books that I would like to finish in 2014. I'm hoping 2014 will be the year of a new series as well as the growth of Loving Dangerously.
What is your work schedule like when writing?
It's pretty hectic. I work a full-time day job and then come home to write. I can write for hours, sometimes into the wee hours of the night, only to get up and start the process all over again. I like to think that I'm productive when I write, sitting down and finishing chapters after chapters, but many times I don't. I'm easily distracted by the wonders of television and the perils of Facebook.
About Dangerously Hers
Loving Dangerously, Book Three. Jess hates aliens. After the invasion that destroyed Earth, the extraterrestrial bastards sold her to a brothel as a sex slave. She may have escaped but the old memories and fears still linger in the dark corners of her mind. Supposedly Sonis is just the place for her—somewhere safe, where she can heal and start fresh. She's almost hopeful…until she meets Rasha, her new boss.
Rasha, Captain of the Sonis Royal Guard, is a warrior through and through. He's huge, sinfully sexy and could have any woman on Sonis—but the woman he wants is Jess. He's very much an alien and Jess knows she should hate him or at least be wary, but whenever he's around, she loses control. She tells herself it's only sex—amazing, mind-blowing sex like nothing else she's ever experienced—but there's something about Rasha that shakes her soul. The feel of his skin against hers, the look in his eyes as he touches her—they make her want to believe it's possible to find love and begin again.
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Rasha raised it out of her grasp. "You should never try to take a warrior's weapon."
She pulled her hand back in record speed. "I wasn't trying to take it. I wanted to feel it."
He lowered his weapon in front of her.
She flicked her hand out nonchalantly. "Never mind. You're acting like it's been kissed by Jesus or something."
"Forget about it. It's precious, I get it."
"There's no reason to get upset. If you no longer want to touch this weapon, I have another…weapon…you can touch."
She shifted on her feet, feeling the bumbling idiot trying to rise to the surface. "No, thank you." Yes, please.
He ran his hands down his muscular thighs. "Another time then?"
Jess had the fleeting thought of him running his hands on her. Oh jeez, how good would those hands feel on me.
"I shall leave you alone. I'm sure you have plenty of work to do."
"Alone? again?" As she spoke, she immediately wanted to take the words back.
He cocked his head. "I could stay if you wish. Eva said you would need 'space' in the beginning."
She snorted. The sound wasn't pretty at all. She might as well have oinked like a pig while she was at it. "I don't wish you to stay."
"Really? Are you sure? We could do something about that."
Was his voice always this deep?
She picked at her hair nervously. "About what?"
He inhaled sharply. "I can smell you." Then he let his gaze drop to crotch.
About the Author
A. M. Griffin is a wife who rarely cooks, mother of three, dog owner (and sometimes dog owned), a daughter, sister, aunt and friend. She's a hard worker whose two favorite outlets are reading and writing. She enjoys reading everything from mystery novels to historical romances and of course fantasy romance. She is a believer in the unbelievable, open to all possibilities from mermaids in our oceans and seas, angels in the skies and intelligent life forms in distant galaxies.
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Following a £1 million investment, a new builders' merchant branch has opened in Morpeth, creating jobs for 11 people.
James Burrell has been trading for more than 140 years, and the new branch in Coopies Lane Industrial Estate is its ninth.
To celebrate the opening, staff hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony which was attended by several suppliers.
Customers were also invited to come and view the new products and introductory offers.
The new 7,800m² facility includes a new trade counter, warehouse and yard.
Products on sale include building and timber products, as well as landscaping and roofing supplies.
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So much for running as an independent, the folks who will likely decide the Senate election in Massachusetts.
When matters came to a vote today Scott Brown cast his lot with the ultra-rich and in favor of high national deficits. NYT:
Senate Republicans on Monday blocked a move to open debate on the so-called Buffett Rule, ensuring that a measure pressed for months by President Obama and Senate Democrats to ensure that the superrich pay a tax rate of at least 30 percent will not come to a decisive vote. …
[A] CNN poll was released putting support at 72 percent, including 53 percent of Republicans. …
In the Senate, all the Republicans but Senator Susan Collins of Maine voted against allowing debate on the Buffett Rule. Every Democrat but Senator Mark Pryor of Arkansas voted to allow it. Four senators did not vote.
In combination with his fervent support for the extremist Blunt Amendment, which would have allowed employers to cut health insurance coverage for employees for anything they judged objectionable, it suggests that Brown is (a) gearing up to run as the far-right Republican he is, or (b) thinks voters don't care about his positions on the issues, because of his
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Attending Holy Mass on Sundays at different churches is an experience. Many Catholics do so nowadays.
The concept of parish community broke down some time ago - of people in an area attending services at the designated church in the parish zone.
The change happened for various reasons. Some for convenience, others out of an attachment to a place or the nature of services. And some others to undertake a pilgrimage or keep a vow.
Last Sunday, I made a pit stop at a church dedicated to Our Lady of Lourdes in Muttukkadu, metres before the boating yard on the ECR.
A small congregation was at the Mass in Thamizh and through the hour-long service the power went off and on and off and on. Priests use the Sunday service platform to also talk to the community and this Sunday, before the final blessing the young priest here told his flock how families could go about calling him over when they required him and how he could be of help to them.
It was past 9.30 and I was hungry. Yards away we located a new joint - Kumbakonam Degree Coffee.
The Degree Coffee outlets have popped up on all our highways, seemingly in a hurry to beat the Café Coffee Days at its own game. This one opposite the Kanathur Police Station even had its logo registered.
There was a Dosa Hut next door. As we feasted on onion uthappam, the spectacle on the ECR changed before us.
Waves of bikers and cyclists swept down the road. All of them in heavy gear, enjoying their Sunday drive. They drove in groups, some very determined and mostly cautious, respecting the rules of the road.
ECR is not the best highway for these outdoor enthusiasts. With mounting accidents, the local police have installed dividers every 50 metres and no biker would like those hurdles as he revs up on a scenic highway.
The community of bikers and cyclists is growing in this city. Even the Harley Davidson tribe is big. Thanks to social media the communities form fast and grow well.
Some do the Madras-Pondy lap once a month. Some prefer a run to Mahabs and back.
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Changes soon for gun licences to security firms
Chief Executive Officer of the Firearm Licencing Authority (FLA) Shane Dalling has indicated that the agency will be making changes to the firearm licensing process for security companies.
Answering questions at yesterday's meeting of the Internal and External Affairs Committee of Parliament, Dalling explained that under the current regime gun licences are issued to the principals of these entities, not the company itself.
The question was raised by St Catherine North Eastern Member of Parliament Leslie Campbell, who pointed out that when the principal moves on, under the current regime, the companies would be operating with illegal firearms.
"The licence that is granted to an individual is unique to that individual because the person has to give account for the firearm and ammunition that is accorded with that licence. For security companies the principal of the company would be the owner and licensee of all the firearms in the custody of the company. If the individual should pass then the rules of law as it relates to company law and the passing of the changeover to the new director and principal would have to be initiated by the company and board of directors to advise us," he outlined.
Dalling noted that the general protocol which is applied to a new applicant would also apply to this new individual.
He acknowledged that this could present a situation in which a company is waiting for two years for a designated licence holder to actually receive a firearm licence.
However, he said the FLA wants to implement a process which will make the transition of licencess from the holder to another individual smoother in instanses where the original holder has passed or can no longer hold a licence.
"We are developing a protocol to facilitate that sort of transaction. We have looked internationally at the legislative framework as it relates to these things and it is the same principle that accords with ours. What we are looking at is actually vetting the directors of the company to ensure that they are fit and proper, so that should ownership pass, we could transition to the new person immediately without disrupting the business," he explained.
Meanwhile, Dalling told the committee that the agency does not have enough staff to carry out snap audits of the licensed gun holders across the island.
"We have over 40,000 licence holders, 23 firearm dealers, approximately 11 ranges, almost 100 security companies that are required to be audited, accountability measures to be implemented, yet we have a department of compliance and enforcement of nine staff members, including the director, to carry out that task," he stated.
The CEO said the FLA has had to concentrate on audits for the dealers, ranges, and security companies: "It's what I would say are the easier ones because of the numbers. We have been consistent in auditing those and keeping those in check, but as it relates to the over 40,000 licensed holders… the complement is not sufficient to be able to cover snap audits."
Dalling noted that a review of the agency's operations had found that 5,000 licensed gun holders were delinquent in the annual renewal of their licenses.
He said last year's enforcement drive to get these licensees to comply earned the FLA more than $50 million in fees between June and December 2017.
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This cave house - "iposkafo" (excavated into the volcanic soil) is named after the picturesque Imerovigli village. It's around 105 sqm, with 3 separated spaces.
Mezzanine (over former wine tank)
Master Bedroom
2nd Separated Bedroom (a "patitiri" converted into room)
Spacious seating room, where two old "lino" are still maintained features:
The 2nd Seating Room features:
The Kitchen is equipped with:
2 Bathrooms
** The house can comfortably host up to 7 guests (+1 extra single bed). No air- condition is needed as the apartment maintains a welcome cool temperature due to its underground nature.


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For anyone in the GVA (Greater Victoria Area)...
Friday evening will be a slideshow showing the process of building an infill plane from start to finish. There are over 200 slides - all the gory detail is shown. It is a pretty low key presentation and participation and questions are welcome and encouraged. If you have ever wanted to build an infill from scratch - this might help to fill in some of the blanks.
Saturday will be an in-store demo with an opportunity to see and try a few planes, ask questions and to hang out. There are 4 scheduled demonstrations - two on piening the shell of a plane and two on shaping the handle for a plane.
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Angela Vecchio-Ozmon is bright, attractive, likeable and the young mother of two small children. She also has terminal breast cancer. But rather than retreat into privacy, she chose to be candid and open, and revealed everything she experienced in her battle with the disease. This extraordinary documentary follows Angela as she visits her cancer specialist, explores treatment options, and deals ...
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The Den of Multix (aka grey gandalf)
Scrollbars now draw properly on Windows using the native WinUXTheme, sizing and placing is correct.
In the screenshot you can see Graphos running with the current version of the native windows theme.
Is there a public cvs for Graphos?Luc.
Yes, there is. Check on the project page:http://gap.nongnu.org/
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Competent Person Training: Trenching & Excavations - Fullerton - May 2020
The Competent Person Training Seminar covers the CAL-OSHA Title 8, Section 1540 through 1541.1 and Fed OSHA 1926 subpart P requirements pertaining to excavations, trenching and sloping techniques, protective systems and soils classification with an introduction to confined space entry safety.
Our comprehensive training is an important part of keeping your company compliant with current OSHA regulations.
The course is roughly 7-8 hours providing .8 CEU'S or 8 hours of Continuing Education Units. There is a 50 question test at the end of the course to show comprehension of the material covered.
$150 per person - Cost includes training class, a comprehensive handbook, a certificate of completion, a wallet card, continental breakfast and lunch.
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Cosplayer Dokudel > Costume of Helga Sinclair (Atlantis: The Lost Empire)
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- 02-20-2013
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- Atlantis: The Lost Empire
- Character
- Helga Sinclair
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- 2013
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- Katsucon 2013
About this Costume
- Personal Thoughts:
- My buddy Eveillie was in a Disney Villains group for Katsucon 2013. She wanted to get as many villains as possible and asked me from the list they had left who I should be. So I chose Helga! ^_^
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Pak's 'positive approach' to improve ties with India can help: Farooq Abdullah
Srinagar: National Conference president Farooq Abdullah on Wednesday welcomed the "positive approach" of Pakistan's leadership on resolving long-pending issues with India, saying it has rekindled the hope that the two countries can live with trust and friendship.
"I foresee a time when my colleagues, friends and family members move around without security. It is perhaps for that day, God has kept me going," Abdullah said at the annual day celebrations of Sher-e-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences in Srinagar.
His comments come two days after Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan, who completed 100 days as premier last week, said his government enjoys unwavering support of the armed forces, an influential player in the country's politics, particularly on matters of foreign policy.
Last week, Khan said his government, the army and all political parties in Pakistan are on the same page on improving ties with India. He, however, did not mention cross-border terrorism which India has stressed is as a stumbling block in resuming talks between the two sides.
India and Pakistan last month laid the foundation stones, on their respective sides, to open a corridor to facilitate Sikh pilgrims in visiting gurdwaras on either side. It signalled a possible move to mend ties that had nosedived over terrorist attacks in India by Pakistan-based groups.
"I wish that day comes when the two neighbouring countries of India and Pakistan live in camaraderie," Abdullah, a former chief minister of Jammu and Kashmir, said.
He said Khan's avowals on India-Pakistan bonhomie has rekindled the hope that a day will come when the people of Jammu and Kashmir will live in a peaceful atmosphere.
Abdullah asserted that only democratically elected governments will advance the cause of development and will work for the socio-economic emancipation of the underprivileged.
"I look forward to elections for the state assembly at an earliest. Only a popular government can mitigate the mounting woes of people. And it is the duty of people to elect honest people to the legislature," he said.
Expressing his dismay over the attack on the secular visage of India, the NC president said "many powers that are inimical to the secular character of India are making bigoted attempts to polarize people on religious lines to garner support. This, I believe, is dangerous for a country like India which belongs to all."
He said people want answers for all those "fanciful promises" that were made by the BJP.
"People cannot forget the ordeal that they had to undergo due to demonetization. Small businessmen and small enterprise holders too are at the receiving end due to the promulgation of GST," he said.
Applauding the professionalism and efforts of doctors of SKIMS institute, Abdullah said the institute should take lead in research.
"It is the shared effort of people who run this institution that will make it great. The other day I read that the research being done in India is not of good quality. SKIMS should take a lead in research and come up with cure for many diseases that are a source of agony for people. The institute should find cure for diseases like diabetes and cancer. It will earn laurels for the institute," he said.
Abdullah, who is Lok Sabha member from Srinagar, allocated Rs one crore for construction of auditorium at SKIMS from his constituency development fund.


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Skip to 0 minutes and 23 secondsBEN WILLCOX: I'm Ben Wilcox. I'm a Professor of Molecular Immunology at the University of Birmingham and also director of the University's Cancer Immunology and Immunotherapy Centre, or CIIC. My own research is focused on understanding how receptors on the surface of our immune cells enable them to recognise signs of abnormality on target cells, and on how we can exploit this to find new ways to treat the disease
Skip to 0 minutes and 45 secondsHEATHER LONG: I'm Dr. Heather Long. I'm a lecturer and immunologist based at the University of Birmingham. My research focuses on understanding how the immune system can control viruses associated with cancer.
Skip to 0 minutes and 56 secondsGARY MIDDLETON: Hello, my name is Gary Middleton. I'm a Professor of Medical Oncology at the University Hospital Birmingham. I've also got a contract with the University of Birmingham. My two main clinical interests are colorectal cancer and lung cancer, two big killers, still, and particular, preclinical and translational interests, that again, really are in immunobiology, particularly in understanding what sort of cells stop the immune system from working.
Skip to 1 minute and 19 secondsBEN WILLCOX: In Birmingham, we are uniquely placed to explain how the immune system can be used to treat cancer. Right at the heart of the campus is the Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham, one of the largest teaching hospitals in Europe. Linked to the hospital is the University's Cancer Immunology and Immunotherapy Centre-- or CIIC, as we call it-- a collaborative grouping of scientists and clinicians specifically focused on understanding the science behind these new therapies and on developing new immunotherapies to fight the disease. Birmingham is also fortunate to host the Cancer Research UK Clinical Trials Unit, one of the largest clinical trials units for cancer in the whole of Europe.
Skip to 1 minute and 55 secondsHEATHER LONG: Cancer affects all of us. It is very likely that you know someone who has died of the disease. In the UK alone, up to one in two people are predicted to be diagnosed with cancer in their lifetime. And although great advances are being made in cancer treatment, with over 50% of those diagnosed likely to survive, there is still a long way to go. The disease kills over 12 million people worldwide every year. We desperately need new ways to tackle cancer.
Skip to 2 minutes and 23 secondsBEN WILLCOX: The idea of harnessing the power of the immune system to fight cancer has actually been around for a long time. But until recently, it has had limited impact in terms of how we actually treat most cancer patients. That picture is now changing dramatically. Clinical trial results over the last five years or so have marked this area out as a real turning point in the fight against cancer, and one of the most exciting, fast-moving areas in the whole of clinical medicine.
Skip to 2 minutes and 50 secondsGARY MIDDLETON: I can remember sitting in the audience at our main American meeting in 2012, when the first stage was presented, and I was blown away by this. These were patients where we were using treatments to block-- something that stops the immune system from working in cancer. And we were seeing some really amazing results.
Skip to 3 minutes and 6 secondsBEN WILLCOX: The idea of exploiting the patient's own immune system to target their tumour, which is such a different approach to conventional anti-cancer treatments, has turned from a pipe dream into a therapeutic reality. In this course, we will explain some of the key ideas behind cancer immunotherapy. What is the immune system? And what has the immune system got to do with cancer? How do the new cancer immunotherapies work? How can we engineer smart immune cells to target cancer cells? Can we personalise immunotherapy approaches to individual patients?
Skip to 3 minutes and 39 secondsHEATHER LONG: If you're interested in how the immune system can recognise cancer, how new immunotherapies work, what is the future of cancer immunotherapy, then sign up for our free course.


text: Valleytank Inc. just joined Green Marine's environmental program. Valleytank Inc. provides a comprehensive service of handling and storage of a wide range of bulk liquids. Located in the Port of Valleyfield on the St. Lawrence Seaway, 35 miles west of Montreal, it is accessible by ship, barge, rail and truck, and has 34 tanks with a total capacity of 36 000 cubic metres. It serves customers in the Montreal area together with Ontario and Eastern USA. Increased Oil Recovery, one of the Larsen family of companies in Bergen, Norway, is the owner.Back to news


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There is something about her
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Coincidence? Trying to figure out what it means when they say, "There's something about Mary?" Often this phrase, "There is something about him/her," is followed by, "but I can't quite put my finger on it." What there is about him or her is typically not known or stated, since the speaker can't quite put his finger on what it is. When there is a second clause it might be, "that I don't like," or "that makes me want to know her better," or "that doesn't seem quite right," or "that doesn't smell good," or "that makes me suspicious" or "that makes my heart beat faster." The "something" that there is about so-and-so can be good, bad or, rarely, indifferent. SS


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Welcome to High Five for Friday – hosted by me, Becky, Tif, and Della! Come, read up on what we've been up to this week and get to know some amazing bloggers.
Remember, you can link up any 3 posts you want – regardless of content! Link up your favorite posts from the week that you want more people to read. Share away! And, of course, if you have a weekly recap post, link that up too! But we want to give you a chance to share your other content from the week.
Here were my favorites from last week!
Peaches + Pearls // Friday Favorites
I love a good week recap, and Cassidy had a whopper with tons of changes and endings.
Meet the Shaneyfelts // Friday Faves
So Sarah had a point about wearing shorts this summer. It was so right on for me!
I hate shorts, but when you finally find a pair that looks good and is comfortable, rock them!
Penny's Passion // Five on Friday
There are several fun favs featured in Penny's post, BUT the packing cubes!
I need to invest in a set, or maybe a set for each member of my family.
I also was thinking that it would be the perfect gift for my sister,
who is currently living it up in Italy with her husband (not jealous, not jealous)
Can't wait to read some more fun things this week!
Here's what has been going on around here!
I mentioned last week that Mom Camp has begun. And this week was a highly anticipated week – Safari Week! Last year's Jungle Week was a big hit with my kids, so we chose a theme that was similar.
Although, we started off the week exploring a brand new playground in another town. It was a fun adventure! There was sand (I hate sand), misters, and plenty of playgrounds. We'll definitely go back!
We also spent more time outside at home. We've enjoyed bubbles, water, and tag! That water table turned into a rock washing station, and it was highly entertaining!
And then Wednesday we had our Safari day! I first pulled out all the animal toys that we had.
We also did face paint! I googled "how to paint animal faces" and tried to slap some on wiggly kids.
And if you EVER need a fun lunch or dinner for kids, put a bunch of random fruits, veggies, cheese cubes, and sandwiches, cut up into small pieces, and give them a skewer. The kids "speared" their own lunch and they ate EVERYTHING! I had to refill the veggies and sandwiches twice. It was amazing!
Something else amazing happened this week. Maybe it was all the fun times this week. But we desperately needed to tidy the house! I gave both kids some jobs to tackle, and they did it. Happily. For over 30 minutes! They cleaned the bathroom, emptied the trash, dusted, picked up toys, and vacuumed! Win!
It was a FUN week!!
And now, it's time to link up your posts! Can't wait to cruise around and see what you all have been blogging about!
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The "Quality Alliance" is a modern network of technology ventures that develop and deliver high quality systems and solutions for quality assurance and quality control to the international steel and aluminum industry.
By continuous information exchange as well as coordinated and matched interfaces, protocols, philosophies etc. we generate additional benefits for our customers.
Regularly organised workshops about perspective developments within the steel industry assure advanced technological information of all participating companies. Cooperation and common developments and technological solution concepts are clear objectives of our network while all partners continue to enhance their individual solutions in their markets.
Network partners:
EMG Automation GmbH
EMG Automation GmbH: Flexible, individually tailored system solutions to optimise the quality of your processes and products
As a long-established company and global market leader with more than 70 years of experience, EMG Automation GmbH offers its customers complete solutions for their individual requirements. The consultation, joint planning and intensive support measures we provide for our customers right up to the commissioning phase play a decisive role in addition to our purely technical products. In this respect, we focus on process automation and visualisation, as well as on process control and monitoring aspects.
With our high-quality strip guiding systems we provide our customers with safe, low-maintenance and technically advanced components, as well as complete solutions which optimally support their respective technological manufacturing process.
The innovative quality assurance systems from EMG Automation continuously optimise our customers' manufacturing processes and consequently increase production and product quality. We thereby enable our customers to satisfy the ever-growing demands on their end product.
Pauly GmbH & Co. KG
Everything under control with system solutions from PSR Pauly
PSR pauly are a team of experts for system solutions in control-and closed loop systems. We are here for our custom tailored AGC (Automatic Gauge Control) systems and related products for the Metal industries.
Your reliable engineering partner for embedded solutions in Hard-Software and System integration.
With us your system solutions are in the best hands. Get to know our range of services!
Shapeline AB
Optical flatness measurement systems
Shapeline is a supplier of systems for flatness measurement within the global steel and metals industries. Shapeline creates great value for our clients through the combination of unique technology and application knowledge. With flatness measurements systems in production lines we enable quick and accurate decision-making, 100 % automatic quality assurance and process improvement and control.
Our applications include hot rolling, as well as strip and plate process lines.
QuinLogic GmbH
Quality Execution Systems (QES)
QuinLogic is one of the most innovative German 'Industry 4.0′ companies. To enable industrial mass production and at the same time highest flexibility, QuinLogic has developed software products by applying latest generation of computing power and storage capabilities. Based on this technical evolution, the experienced team of QuinLogic provides an "easy to use" quality assurance solution for steel and aluminum mills. It is already in daily operation in several high end flat rolling mills worldwide.
The QuinLogic Software secures reliable slab/plate/coil quality for the challenging markets e.g. for automotive-, airplanes-, wind energy-, high strength- and wear resistant material grades. And it also provides proactive support, to immediately address production problems and therefore minimize deficiencies in customer products. Its seamless communication interfaces to existing MES, ERP and gauging systems allows fully integrated systems in all existing but also new production lines.
MESACON Messelektronik GmbH
Measuring Systems for Thickness Measurement
For more than sixty years Mesacon have designed, developed and manufactured thickness measurement systems for a variety of applications and materials. We provide systems for simple thickness measurement (centre line measurement), traversing profile measurement and complex Multi Channel Profile gauges including Flatness-, width and speed measurement. Our systems can be used on hot mills, cold mills, foil mills, processing and finishing lines, measuring Steel, Aluminium and Non-Ferrous materials
For paint and galvanizing lines, MESACON Messelektronik supplies layer thickness gauges based on Isotope backscattering or X-ray fluorescence principle.
Built to meet your specific requirements and considering your operational conditions, we offer complete modular measuring systems, or upgrades of existing measuring systems.
AMETEK Surface Vision
AMETEK Surface Vision is the world's leader in automated online surface inspection solutions. We have a broad product portfolio that is optimized for web and surface inspection and monitoring and process surveillance applications.
Our portfolio includes three distinct product lines: SmartView®, SmartAdvisor®, and VisionGear™, and each uniquely enables our customers to inspect the surfaces of materials processed in a continuous fashion across the Metals, Paper, Plastics, Nonwovens and Glass industries.
LDV Laser- und Lichtsysteme GmbH
Lighting systems and laser Dopplers
LDV Laser- und Lichtsysteme GmbH supplies lighting systems for visual surface inspection as well as laser Dopplers for speed and length measurement.
Through the effective use of the light as a working medium, our patented lighting systems enable a faster and clearer identification of surface defects. As a separate division in LDV Laser- und Lichtsysteme GmbH, the products for visual surface examination are incorporated under the name iLux-Lichtsysteme (iLux lighting systems).
Speed differences in rolling mill application are measured by high precision Velemeter® systems. The measurement results are used for mass flow application as well as for elongation ratio measurement in cold and hot mill environment.
DUMA-BANDZINK GmbH
Machinery and Service for Strip Processing Lines and Cold Rolling Mills
DUMA-BANDZINK for over 40 years has been offering an elaborate product palette for surface layer application and surface layer definition on metal strips in the sector of high quality strip processing and cold rolling. Customers all over the world have been thoroughly profiting from these solutions.
Our portfolio covers manufacturing of new machinery and equipment for the steel and aluminium industry and reaches out to modernisation, revamping of existing lines and mills.
HAINZL Industriesysteme GmbH
Hainzl provides systems for fluid technology, automation and building services engineering. The company is mainly active in the fields of energy and power plant technology, renewable energy technology, metal production and processing, mechanical and plant engineering, special vehicle construction and technical building equipment.
Quality Days 2019 in Spain for the first time!
Designed specifically for flat metal products manufacturers (coils, sheets and plates) to extend their knowledge of modern measurement and quality systems, two individual day-long meetings will take place at Hotel Meliá, Bilbao (Tuesday, October 22) and Hotel NH Valencia Las Artes, Valencia (Thursday, October 24).
Free to attend, this year's meetings have been organized by AMETEK Surface Vision, a world leader in surface inspection and monitoring systems. AMETEK will be joined by fellow members EMG Automation GmbH, DUMA-BANDZINK GmbH, Laser- und Lichtsysteme GmbH, Pauly GmbH & Co. KG, QuinLogic GmbH, Shapeline AB as well as AMETEK Land and SPECTRO.
Each day-long meeting includes 12 keynote presentations from all Quality Assurance members. Topics under discussion cover the latest thinking, challenges and innovations in modern metals manufacturing; measurement and control systems; quality assurance and execution; and updates on relevant developments in Industry 4.0 technologies. Attendees will also be able to schedule discussions with individual company members following registration.
Our local EMG experts will give you detailed insights into the "Benefits of Online Measuring Systems EMG SOLID® (Oil Layer) and EMG IMPOC (Tensile and Yield Strength)".
Places are limited and will be allocated on a first come, first serve basis.
If you are interested in participating, please register at www.ameteksurfacevision.com/qualitydays or via email firstname.lastname@example.com, stating preferred event location (Bilbao or Valencia), company name, attendee name, job title, contact email, and any dietary restrictions.
We are looking forward to meeting you in Spain!


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HTC Incredible :: Re-arrange Home Screens In Sense UIApr 28, 2010
Anyone know how to rearrange the home screen order? Let's say I have the friends stream widget on the second home screen to the right of the main screen. I want to move it all the way to the outer most right home screen. (3 swipes to the right) Anyway to do this?View 2 Replies