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|Gully's turn for a roll watched by Wee Eck and Rufus whilst Gaucho chews on new grass.
|Gully is up on his feet so now it's Wee Eck's turn with Rufus just getting down on his knees in readiness. Fergus has arrived to watch what is going on and queue up for a roll! Gaucho is still enjoying the grass.
|Now the dust is really flying as Wee Eck gets into his routine with Rufus and Gully watching and Fergus getting down on his knees for his turn.
|Aaahh - thats better! Wee Eck parades his new 'camouflage' look.
|And finally........once the rolling routine is finished, time to enjoy the sunshine again. Our new house is slowly taking shape above the paddocks.


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Cogito: Knowing when the time is right to verticalize
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PAN engaged Cogito's customer and top healthcare payer, Humana, to participate in media activity supporting the use case for Cogito's technology in action. The first step was to identify the brand champion within Humana and craft storylines to elevate Humana as an organization embracing innovation. Next, PAN helped to position Cogito as a company poised to impact the healthcare market through a game-changing CX approach.
The strategy to maximize visibility through targeted high-tier press opportunities that created momentum in the media market resulted in a feature story in WSJ's CIO Journal. This led to inbound opportunities, a strong linkage between Cogito and its impact in healthcare, and greater brand recognition in the space.
We have been very happy with the campaign results promoting Humana's deployment of Cogito's AI technology. The biggest reason this campaign has been a success is the PAN team worked closely with Cogito, our customer Humana and the press to capture not only a novel use of technology, but how it is truly benefiting the people who use it as well as the people (customers) they impact. The PAN team has made the effort to learn the intricacies of our customer's usage and the outcomes achieved and appropriately positioned that with the right media. Humana has the opportunity to talk about how they are innovating to better support employees and customers – and we like the world to know they are using Cogito to do that.
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I am new to Weight Watchers, so when I heard that the points system had been overhauled I did not think much of it. But many in the program were up in arms.
From: Weight Watchers Upends Its Points System, by ELISSA GOOTMAN New York Times
"I just have one question," the woman said. "How much is a potato latke? I need to know for tonight."
"If I lived in the Caribbean, maybe I'd be able to make goal," said Susan J. Slotkis, 64, an interior designer at the Park Avenue South meeting on Wednesday. "The pineapple is great; all the fruits are fresh; you're never tempted to drink juice." In the new system, oranges are free, but eight ounces of orange juice cost three points.
When my brother did WW, he had to account for fruit and veggies. A running joke at Weight Watchers meetings is how members rally against veggies.
"I don't want to be forced to choose veggies. I do NOT like veggies or fruit," one member wrote in an online discussion on the Weight Watchers Web site. "I feel like I am being forced to 'diet,' and that is what I DO NOT WANT."
Does this mean you can eat all the fruit you want?
"We're not talking about running home with a wheelbarrow full of grapes from a vineyard," Lauren Cohen, a Weight Watchers group leader cautioned.
The saving grace seems to be bananas. Apples and Bananas used to be 2 Points, but now they are zero. Bananas and apples have been my go-to when I am hungry. You gotta love the idea of zero points food.
The free fruits and veggies works for me because I am a avid fruit and veggie fan having been a vegetarian for a while and practice macrobiotics for a spell.
Fruits and veggies are the best stuff on earth. They are healthy and great for us, so what is with the rebellion against them?
I figure it has to do with cooking. Many people do not cook, so when they eat fruits and especially veggies they are frozen or canned, which work in a pinch, but do not compare to fresh.
Think canned v. fresh green beans. We had canned green beans growing up and I hated them, but when I had my first fresh green bean I loved them. Go figure.


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I recently started and stopped two books that were well-reviewed on Amazon. Both had at least a four-star rating on the bookseller's site, and I had read the first few pages, as I always do before I buy a book, to determine if I would like them. I can usually tell if I'm going to like a book by its voice in the first few pages. If the author captures my interest and holds it with an intriguing voice, then I'm likely to buy the book. I tend to like books that explore the deep, inner workings of characters. While I enjoy the occasional thriller or sci-fi novel, my heart lies in the throes of the literary genre. I write what I read, too.
The two books in question both passed my initial tests. They seemed to have unique voices and I rather enjoyed the first few pages, so I bought them and downloaded them to my Kindle. I began to read in earnest, and that's when the wheels fell off like a lemon that fooled me on the test drive and in the first few miles from the dealership.
The first novel, and both of these novels shall remain nameless, began to feel like Bill Murray's Groundhog Day. It droned on repetitively with none of the characters going anywhere. The author had made an impression on me with his quirky novel about working in a nameless company prone to relentless downsizing and corporate-speak, but he failed to get past the cliche himself and I quickly became bored. I abandoned the novel before I reached the halfway point and promptly gave the book a one-star rating on Goodreads.
The second novel had the promise of Khalid Hosseini's epic style behind it. The first few pages read like Hosseini himself had written them, and I had visions of the lovely A Thousand Splendid Suns, but such visions were crushed the moment I moved beyond the first chapter. The pacing of the novel was tedious and became unbearable. The author was mired in the mundane without any obvious momentum to the novel. I suddenly didn't care about the mystery presented at the beginning of the book. I was more concerned about wasting my time with a boring and fruitless read.
In both cases, I'm positive that each author set out to write the best book possible, and they succeeded for fans that like the styles they use. This much is evident in the glowing reviews on Goodreads and elsewhere. My not liking these novels means nothing about the authors. It's all relative. My response doesn't mean they are poor writers or storytellers. It just means the stories didn't work for me for whatever intrinsic force that drives my innate response to the written word. If a thousand people read the same novel and predominantly agree that it's a great book, you'll ALWAYS find a handful of people who didn't like it for whatever reason. That's life. Even Mother Theresa had her detractors.
The important lesson here for me as an author is that not everyone is going to like what I write. It doesn't mean I should stop writing or that I should be fearful of putting my work out there for the world to see. If every writer stopped the moment someone didn't like their work, there would be no great written works to read. None. Think about all of the great books out there. Can you imagine a world without them? Neither can I. Experience has proven both as a reader and a writer that you have to keep going. Everyone eventually finds their audience no matter how small. It's all relative.


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What's with the fast food ban?
To the Editor:
I was truly disheartened to read in the Daily Planet (Oct. 11) that the Planning Commission may be convinced to lift the three-year old moratorium on new fast food restaurants in downtown Berkeley. This is outrageous. Not only should fast food continue to be banned in downtown Berkeley, the moratorium should be extended to all city limits.
In addition, we read articles every day about the obesity of Americans. It is my opinion that persons from the lower economic classes suffer the most from choosing the option of fast food. On the surface, it appears cheaper and more accessible than non-processed and home-cooked meals. In the end, health is impaired and physical, mental and economic costs are higher for persons who succumb to the fast food diet habits.
Berkeley must not sell out to those merchants who recommend lifting the ban on the basis of economics. Public health and welfare should be a much higher priority than profits, and the citizens of Berkeley should demand and support the local and very diverse variety of eateries already established in this town. Let's not succumb to the big box fast food establishments that contribute to poor health, litter and boring food choices.
I strongly urge the Planning Commission to support the continued ban on fast food restaurants in downtown Berkeley and to please consider taking that ban to the city limits.
M. Breunig


text: William Ruto and Raila Odinga on Kenya's election Political foes Ruto and Odinga give their perspectives on last week's rerun of Kenya's presidential election. 04 Nov 2017 10:53 GMT Politics, Kenya, Africa, Uhuru Kenyatta On October 30, Uhuru Kenyatta was declared the winner of Kenya's presidential election for the second time in three months. Kenyans went to the polls for a rerun of the presidential election on October 26, after the country's Supreme Court had nullified the result of an earlier vote held in August. The incumbent Kenyatta won 98 percent of the vote in the repeat - but with the opposition boycotting the election, turnout was low. Al Jazeera's Mohammed Adow speaks with Deputy President William Ruto and opposition leader Raila Odinga on the legitimacy of October's vote and what's next for Kenya. "Kenya is progressively becoming a stable progressive democratic state that appreciates that we can have differences of opinion that do not necessarily become division," Ruto tells Adow. "Thursday (October 26) was historic, that we actually managed to deliver a rerun or a repeat presidential election, which was unfortunately boycotted by the opposition." "They had good reason to boycott. It was obvious, the writing was on the wall: they had lost the election on August 8, they would lose the election again - so they did." These were sham elections. In our view, they never took place Raila Odinga Kenya's electoral commission, the IEBC, has said that voter turnout was 48 percent - a number that has since been revised down. But according to Ruto, the low turnout does nothing to delegitimise his win and that of his running mate, Kenyatta. "Unlike other countries where it is mandatory to vote, in Kenya, it is a choice - you can vote or not vote. It is not true that [the Kenyans who did not vote] did not participate in the election. They participated in the election, but they elected not to vote," he says. "So in fact, every Kenyan participated in this election." Part 2: Raila Odinga talks to Al Jazeera Opposition candidate Raila Odinga had withdrawn from the election rerun, and had called on Kenyans to boycott the vote. "These were sham elections. In our view, they never took place. This result should not be allowed to stand," he tells Al Jazeera. A belief that the electoral commission had taken insufficient action to ensure a level playing field led him to pull out. "Going back to the election was basically going for a repeat. That is doing the same thing, the same way, expecting different results. And we said that it was a charade, it was going to be a waste of time and a waste of our resources," Odinga says. Since the election, Odinga has said that the opposition would pursue "economic boycotts, peaceful procession, picketing and other legitimate forms of protest". But with at least three people dead in election violence already, and 37 dying in the aftermath of the August vote, more protests could again lead to deaths. Should Odinga accept defeat and move on? "This is the easy option, this is what the government wants," Rodinga says. "Then what happens next time? Next time, there will be complete apathy in this country. No Kenyans will turn up to vote at all." "Kenyans will get what they want. I am convinced that Kenyans' spirit, the Kenyan dream as coined by the founding fathers from our nation shall be realised. Eventually, Kenyans will get the leaders that they deserve." Source: Al Jazeera Tell us what you think


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NEW ROCHELLE, NY — Hundreds of New Rochelle residents, many on hand at City Hall tonight to express support and appreciation for embattled New Rochelle High School Principal Reggie Richardson, were barred from mentioning his name during an emotional public comment period held after School Board President Jeffrey Hastie announced Richardson had resigned, effective immediately.
Speakers who did mention Richardson were cut off and rebuked by Hastie.
Many speakers, frustrated by the Voldemort-like ban, spoke more broadly of a culture of racism in New Rochelle.
Dr. Carla Woolbright, President of the New Rochelle Branch of the NAACP, spoke of "people who used to be in the majority" to reference white residents of New Rochelle. She characterized downtown development in the City as an effort to restore white supremacy in New Rochelle.
A speaker, a white woman from the New Rochelle Against Racism organization, spoke to her fellow white residents to decry institutional racism in New Rochelle.
Other speakers picked up on similar themes, depicting the New Rochelle community as divided by racism and racist attitudes which was on display in the response to Richardson's tribulations over the past several weeks.
The board justified banning references to Richardson during the public comment period on the grounds that there is a policy prohibiting speakers from talking about District employees.
If there is a policy, it is arbitrarily enforced as speakers at school board meetings over the past decade have routinely named and spoken about district employees.
In Richardson's case he was one of the highest paid public sector employees in the City of New Rochelle, a public figure who routinely gave media interviews, participated in press conferences and otherwise put himself in the public eye,
More to the point, Richardson had submitted his resignation and it was acted up by the school board so he was longer an employee of the district at the time the public comment period began. I
For Richardson it was his second resignation in three weeks. He first submitted his resignation to the City School District of New Rochelle on July 19th with an effective date of August 20th to take a job in New York City. On July 21st, after Susan Edelman of The New York Post began asking questions of the NYC Department of Education, the DOE notified Richardson his job offer had been rescinded. On July 26th, Richardson notified the New Rochelle School District that he was rescinding his resignation submitted on July 19th.
Sources tell Talk of the Sound that lawyers for the District were negotiating a "buy out" package with Richardson over the past week with an eye towards reaching an agreement before the school board meeting tonight.
The board did not announce the nature or price tag of any deal.
Edelman reported after the board meeting that Hastie declined to comment on a "buy out" package.
"I can't speak to personnel issues," said Hastie.
There appears to be no justification for not publicly disclosing the cost of any "buy out" or severance package paid for with taxpayer dollars.
Assistant Principal Joseph Starvaggi was named Interim Principal, and House II Principal Camille Edwards-Thomas was named Interim Assistant Principal.
In a letter to the New Rochelle community, Richardson wrote:
"After much soul searching, prayer and discussions with my family, I have decided to step down as Principal of New Rochelle High school and request that the Board of Education accept my resignation. I believe that the students and staff deserve to start the school year free of distractions and focused solely on learning.
I would like to sincerely thank all of you who shared your heartfelt letters of support and words of encouragement during these most trying and difficult times. I thank you for your friendship, generosity of spirit and love of community.
I would also like to thank the Board of Education and the Superintendent for all of their support during my time with the school district.
New Rochelle will always hold a special place in my heart and I hope that the work that we have engaged in to provide all of our children equitable access to the abundant resources available in this community will continue.
I will cherish the memory of my time serving this vibrant community and wish New Rochelle High School and the City of New Rochelle continued success and prosperity in the future."
The Board of Education issued the following statement:
"The City School District of New Rochelle Board of Education would like to extend our sincere gratitude and thanks to Mr. Richardson for his service in our district as New Rochelle High School Principal. During his leadership, the high school significantly increased its engagement with community services to lend a helping hand to students in need of extra help and guidance. Mr. Richardson also added to the already extensive list of Advanced Placement classes offered. He successfully co-chaired the first Westchester chapter of the My Brother's Keeper initiative. We wish him much success in his future endeavors."


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How to Throw an Election Night Party, if You Dare
Throwing a party for the midterm elections?
How brave. It's a risky move, since parties on election nights aren't always as fun as you imagine beforehand. You're tempting fate here.
But you are confident and fearless. And while you're a good citizen who knows that politics is a serious business that shapes our lives in obvious and invisible ways, you can't help getting caught up in the spectacle of an election night.
Watching the results with friends, acquaintances and strangers is emotionally and socially complicated, however. Here's some practical advice.
Serve appropriately themed joke food and cocktails
If you're surrounded by Democrats, you could serve Beeto O'Rourke and wash it down with AlexSangria Ocasio-Cortez. If you're partying with Republicans, you might prefer Dave Bratwurst.
Puns and specific dishes can and should be adjusted to your local district. For those with an unpunnable candidate, you could fall back on (Re)Publican Chicken or Democrab cakes.
There are a number of cocktails with donkey and elephant themes. And there's also "The Undecided." But we don't expect that those voters have decided which party to attend.
Look at your phone more
Scolds at parties will often tell you to spend less time with your phone, experience the people around you and live in the moment. This is all unnecessary, if not damaging, at an election-watching party.
In this environment, you are forgiven for soaking up every last bit of information you can at the earliest possible moment. Did a dubious oddsmaker shift the odds by 0.2 percent in the Texas Senate race? You need to know, and you need to know now. You are surrounded by your people here, and no one will judge you.
Overdosing on information is half the fun of the party, if you want to call any of this "fun."
Do read tweets aloud. Carefully.
"Did you see what Famous Political Reporter tweeted?"
Yes, everyone saw what Famous Political Reporter tweeted. You're at an election-watching party with people who willingly went to an election-watching party. Everyone there follows Famous Political Reporter and 500 other political journalists who retweet one another.
If you're going to read a tweet out loud — or hand your phone over so people can read the tweet themselves — you've got to zig where others zag. The bar for shutting down conversation should be high.
Also: If someone reads a tweet out loud that you've already seen, there's no point in saying, "Yeah, I saw that." It just makes the reader of the tweet feel bad. Instead, pretend they are delivering new information and grant them the satisfaction. We all make small sacrifices in the name of social graces.
Learn how to stop yourself from crying
Bad news: Your preferred candidate or political party lost and your vision of victory was an illusion. Crying is a good option at this point. It's entirely normal and healthy. But if you feel a social obligation to keep the faucets turned off, here's what you can do to fight your natural human response.
Learn how to improve your gloating
Congratulations! Your preferred candidate or political party won, and the tears of your opponents taste even better than the wine.
You could extend an olive branch to supporters of the other candidate, pledging to work together and find common ground, but that wouldn't get many likes, and we all know you aren't going to do that.
Instead, a fun group activity will be workshopping your over-the-top social media posts with your celebrating co-partiers. Run your jokes by them and recruit their help in choosing the perfect GIF.
A crucial rule to remember: If you make a joke at the party that gets a laugh, you are clear to repeat it on social media. But if you hear someone else's joke and tweet it out as your own, that's grounds for impeachment. Shame on you.
Make your offerings to the needle
Or don't. The needle does not care about you. The needle cares only about the truth.
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Dictator Donald Trump (DDT) has declared war on the U.S. Congress while treating members as if they work for him instead of being in a separate and equal branch of the government. The Robert Mueller investigation closed down soon after the Senate confirmed DDT's new fixer, Bill Barr, as the U.S. attorney general—a position that is supposed to be independent of the President of the United States. Now DDT is trying to block every House investigation into his actions.
Details in DDT's Finances: DDT's accounting firm Mazars USA told House Oversight Committee Chair Elijah Cummings (D-MD) that it would give him ten years of DDT's financial statements if they received a subpoena after DDT's former fixer, Michael Cohen, said that DDT had participated in possible bank fraud by inflating or deflating his assets to get loans and avoid real estate taxes. First, DDT's lawyers threatened the firm with legal action if it follows the law and then sued Cummings to block the subpoena using the 1880 Supreme Court ruling in Kilbourn v. Thompson. That case was overruled by a 1927 decision.
Testimony from DDT's Former White House Counsel: Trying to block Don McGahn's testimony from Don McGahn by invoking executive privilege, DDT had earlier told McGahn that he could talk freely with Robert Mueller and failed to claim executive privilege in the release of the Mueller report. McGahn testified to Mueller that DDT told McGahn about DDT's attempt to fire Robert Mueller. Not only does McGahn work in the government now, he worked for the people of the United States, not DDT. About McGahn's declaring executive privilege, former federal counsel Jessica Roth said, "That ship has sailed."
DDT's Tax Records: Treasury Secretary Steve Mnuchin is still dragging his heels in turning over DDT's tax returns to the House Ways and Means Committee, saying that he will decide by May 6. Committee Chair Richard E. Neal (D-MA) has a century-old law for his request. DDT's lawyer wrote the Treasury Department to stop the tax returns from being handed over to House Democrats.
DDT's Security Clearance Process: The Oversight Committee is also investigating whether people with drug, criminal, or financial problems received top-secret security clearances because of DDT's demands. DDT's son-in-law, Jared Kushner, is one of the clearance recipients. The House subpoenaed Carl Kline, the person responsible for giving clearances after people failed the vetting, who also retaliated against the woman who reported his actions. DDT told Kline, as he told other aides, to ignore all subpoenas to appear before the House committee. Cummings warned that Kline could be held in contempt if he doesn't appear.
Today, the Washington Post published an op-ed about the need for a response to DDT's actions that was written by former First Lady, U.S. Senator, Secretary of State, and presidential candidate Hillary Clinton:
Our election was corrupted, our democracy assaulted, our sovereignty and security violated. This is the definitive conclusion of special counsel Robert S. Mueller III's report. It documents a serious crime against the American people.
The debate about how to respond to Russia's "sweeping and systematic" attack — and how to hold President Trump accountable for obstructing the investigation and possibly breaking the law — has been reduced to a false choice: immediate impeachment or nothing. History suggests there's a better way to think about the choices ahead.
Obviously, this is personal for me, and some may say I'm not the right messenger. But my perspective is not just that of a former candidate and target of the Russian plot. I am also a former senator and secretary of state who served during much of Vladimir Putin's ascent, sat across the table from him and knows firsthand that he seeks to weaken our country.
I am also someone who, by a strange twist of fate, was a young staff attorney on the House Judiciary Committee's Watergate impeachment inquiry in 1974, as well as first lady during the impeachment process that began in 1998. And I was a senator for New York after 9/11, when Congress had to respond to an attack on our country. Each of these experiences offers important lessons for how we should proceed today.
First, like in any time our nation is threatened, we have to remember that this is bigger than politics. What our country needs now is clear-eyed patriotism, not reflexive partisanship. Whether they like it or not, Republicans in Congress share the constitutional responsibility to protect the country. Mueller's report leaves many unanswered questions — in part because of Attorney General William P. Barr's redactions and obfuscations. But it is a road map. It's up to members of both parties to see where that road map leads — to the eventual filing of articles of impeachment, or not. Either way, the nation's interests will be best served by putting party and political considerations aside and being deliberate, fair and fearless.
Second, Congress should hold substantive hearings that build on the Mueller report and fill in its gaps, not jump straight to an up-or-down vote on impeachment. In 1998, the Republican-led House rushed to judgment. That was a mistake then and would be a mistake now.
Watergate offers a better precedent. Then, as now, there was an investigation that found evidence of corruption and a coverup. It was complemented by public hearings conducted by a Senate select committee, which insisted that executive privilege could not be used to shield criminal conduct and compelled White House aides to testify. The televised hearings added to the factual record and, crucially, helped the public understand the facts in a way that no dense legal report could. Similar hearings with Mueller, former White House counsel Donald McGahn and other key witnesses could do the same today.
During Watergate, the House Judiciary Committee also began a formal impeachment inquiry that was led by John Doar, a widely respected former Justice Department official and hero of the civil rights struggle. He was determined to run a process that the public and history would judge as fair and thorough, no matter the outcome. If today's House proceeds to an impeachment inquiry, I hope it will find someone as distinguished and principled as Doar to lead it.
Third, Congress can't forget that the issue today is not just the president's possible obstruction of justice — it's also our national security. After 9/11, Congress established an independent, bipartisan commission to recommend steps that would help guard against future attacks. We need a similar commission today to help protect our elections. This is necessary because the president of the United States has proved himself unwilling to defend our nation from a clear and present danger. It was just reported that Trump's recently departed secretary of homeland security tried to prioritize election security because of concerns about continued interference in 2020 and was told by the acting White House chief of staff not to bring it up in front of the president. This is the latest example of an administration that refuses to take even the most minimal, common-sense steps to prevent future attacks and counter ongoing threats to our nation.
Fourth, while House Democrats pursue these efforts, they also should stay focused on the sensible agenda that voters demanded in the midterms, from protecting health care to investing in infrastructure. During Watergate, Congress passed major legislation such as the War Powers Act, the Endangered Species Act and the Federal-Aid Highway Act of 1973. For today's Democrats, it's not only possible to move forward on multiple fronts at the same time, it's essential. The House has already passed sweeping reforms that would strengthen voting rights and crack down on corruption, and now is the time for Democrats to keep their foot on the gas and put pressure on the do-nothing Senate. It's critical to remind the American people that Democrats are in the solutions business and can walk and chew gum at the same time.
We have to get this right. The Mueller report isn't just a reckoning about our recent history; it's also a warning about the future. Unless checked, the Russians will interfere again in 2020, and possibly other adversaries, such as China or North Korea, will as well. This is an urgent threat. Nobody but Americans should be able to decide America's future. And, unless he's held accountable, the president may show even more disregard for the laws of the land and the obligations of his office. He will likely redouble his efforts to advance Putin's agenda, including rolling back sanctions, weakening NATO and undermining the European Union.
Of all the lessons from our history, the one that's most important may be that each of us has a vital role to play as citizens. A crime was committed against all Americans, and all Americans should demand action and accountability. Our founders envisioned the danger we face today and designed a system to meet it. Now it's up to us to prove the wisdom of our Constitution, the resilience of our democracy and the strength of our nation.
This week, DDT said, "I'm the most transparent president in history" while he objects to all subpoenas about his taxes and financial affairs, vetting for security clearances, testimony for the Mueller investigation, and holds secret meetings.
George Conway, husband of top White House official Kellyanne Conway, said about Clinton's op-ed: "I'm with her." So am I.


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Class Schedule Changes:
I have been with Ohana Yoga for over four years and I've watched this beautiful yoga community grow and then outgrow its cosy space in Albert Park. So, Ohana is moving to Bay St in Port Melbourne. The new studio has two rooms – a Calm Space and an Active Space – so there are more classes to chose from! The new Ohana also has showers and change rooms, a lounge/reception area for tea and organic juice, and radiant heat! I will now be offering Yin Yoga on Monday evening at 7:15pm and Friday morning at 9:30am. And in January 2016 I will be adding a Sunday morning Flow and Yin at 9:15am. Please check my schedule page for updates and I hope to see you in this beautiful new space!
Daylesford Retreat, 20-22 November 2015
There are still a few places left for this getaway weekend in Daylesford. Before the holiday madness is in full swing, treat yourself to a weekend in nature with nourishing food, yoga, and meditation. This retreat is limited to 10 guests so it is a relaxed and intimate experience. Weather permitting we will enjoy yoga and meditation outdoors as well as inside the comfort of Le Yoga's lovely studio. Yoga practice will include fluid, circular movements influenced by Taoist martial arts in combination with long-held Yin stretches. Time is set aside in each practice for guided meditation and some discussion of yogic philosophy that will help you understand the practice at a deeper level. There is plenty of time for bushwalking, massage, or spa treatments if you so desire! Click here to reserve your place!
Yin Sessions, 27-29 November 2015:
The Yin Sessions are back! David Kim returns to Melbourne for more Yin Sessions at MOVE Yoga in CBD. Below please find descriptions of each of the 4 Yin Sessions which can be purchased individually ($60 per session) or together for a discount ($199 for all 4 sessions). Teachers and MOVE members receive a 10% discount. You can also click on the PDFs below to download, print, or share them with other Yin-thusiasts 🙂 To book, click here: MOVE Yoga
Friday Nov 27, 6:30-8:30pm: Dragons Yin and Yang
If you love an electrifying flow followed by a slow, sweet dissolve into Yin, this workshop is for you! Fly through the powerful Yang Dragon sequence, enhancing mind-body coordination and building strength. Then drop into the deep, meditative stillness of the Yin Dragon to feel the movement of energy through your body.
Saturday Nov 28, 10-12:30pm: Anatomy of Yin
Ever get stuck in a pose and not understand why? In this workshop, we'll discuss some basic anato- my including the role of fascia in movement and how the shape of your bones can influence the shape of your yoga postures. You'll better under- stand what can restrict your movement and learn tools and techniques to work around limitations, restore range of motion, and get the most out of your yoga practice.
Saturday Nov 28, 2-4:30pm: Yin and Yang for Athletes
If you want to lift a heavy weight or run up a hill, you need a balance of strength and mobility. You also need some resilience in the face of challenge! In this workshop you will learn both Yin and Yang techniques to strengthen weaker areas of your body, restore range of motion, and balance your nervous system. If you are a weekend warrior or an experi- enced athlete, learn how yoga can enhance your training and improve your performance.
Sunday Nov 29, 12-2:30pm: Yin Yoga for Meditation
Yoga teachers often talk about the flow of energy in the body but what are they really describing? How does energy travel through the body and can we influence it? In this workshop we'll discuss the emerging science of meditation and experience how yoga and meditation can influence the flow of energy, supporting greater calm and clarity. You'll experience yin yoga postures and learn acupressure points and breathing techniques that will support your personal meditation practice.
Yin TT in Fiji,14-28 August 2016 :
David Kim (international teacher trainer for YogaWorks) and I are very excited to collaborate on our first 100 Hour Yin Yoga TT in Fiji. Your home for this training will be the beautiful island paradise of Leleuvia. Over two weeks you will study the anatomy and philosophy of Yin in a way that incorporates both eastern and western understanding of the body. When you are not studying, Gena Kenny of Ohana Yoga will offer optional water adventures including outrigger paddling and SUP Yoga. Or you may chose to dive, snorkel, paddle, or swim on your own. The pristine natural environment, surrounded by crystal clear water is perfect for the study of Yin Yoga and also provides a warm getaway from a cold Melbourne winter. Click the flyer below for more details or contact firstname.lastname@example.com to reserve your place!
Bali Retreat, 9-17 July 2016:
This retreat brings together three Melbourne yoga teachers from different traditions – myself, Josh Blau, and Izzy Ais. Between us we have trained with teachers from all over the world including Dharma Mittri, Leslie Kaminoff, and Paul Grilley and in a variety of styles from AcroYoga to Yin Yoga. We believe that different kinds of practice allow you to look at yourself from different perspectives, giving you the opportunity for greater insights. What unites us is a passion for exploring how to live yoga in your daily life, on and off your mat. So, we are offering this retreat experience in beautiful Bali where you will be fully immersed in the yogic lifestyle, including delicious Ayurvedic food, daily yoga classes (Flow and Yin), meditation, Pranayama, Kirtan (chanting), and discussion of yogic philosophy. To express your interest, contact: email@example.com
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Although it's certainly nice to escape Melbourne (especially when it's cold!) we live in a pretty amazing city and it's a great place to dedicate yourself to the study of yoga. If you are curious to discover whether yoga teaching is for you or you are looking to deepen your personal practice, then join me and Ambika Chadwick at The Yoga Social for a 200 Hour, Yoga Alliance certified Yoga Teacher Training. Ambika and I both began our yoga journey in Sivananda ashrams and through the years have studied with many teachers including Noah Maze, Paul Grilley, and Tom Myers. The course runs part-time, every other weekend, from February through July. This gives you time to immerse yourself in the experience of yoga and gradually deepen your understanding of the physical, mental, and emotional dimensions of the practice. Over your six month journey, you enjoy the support of the facilitation team and the community of yogis on this journey with you! This is how one of our 2015 graduates describes the course:
"The course exceeded my expectations. Ambika Chadwick and Jennifer Crescenzo are extremely skilful and engaging presenters and facilitators. Their teaching styles, expertise and interests were complementary to one another, which made for a well rounded, yet in depth course where the students were encouraged to find their own teaching style and personal connections with yoga asana and philosophy. There was a wonderful balance of yoga philosophy lectures, discussion, workshop style asana practice and practical teaching experience. It opened up a world of infinite learning and experience and I am so grateful for this." – Kaela Snibson.


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Why eat at boring looking restaurants when you can enjoy a good meal at a space with stylish furniture, alluring lighting and captivating designer decor? Beast & Butterflies is a hip contemporary restaurant bar serving fusion food with Asian and Western influences. The diner and bar of new hotel – M Social Singapore – can be the perfect destination for the first date. Located in the quaint Robertson Quay precinct, Beast & Butterflies M Social can boast of the gregarious and gorgeous interior design of Philippe Starck and a romantic riverside promenade just beyond its bar.
The quirky bronze peanut sculptures and vibrant patterned floor tiles at the exterior of M Social Singapore tell you that it not just another ordinary hotel. There are clear hints that the whole place has been exceptionally designed and yet there is a certain sense of familiarity. M Social and Beast & Butterflies reminded us of The South Beach and ADHD (see our post about The South Beach). We were thus not surprised when we found out that M Social Singapore was also designed by Philippe Starck, who first introduced his colourful tongue-in-cheek design to the Singapore hotel scene at The South Beach Singapore.
Beast & Butterflies M Social is a very well dressed-up hotel diner and bar, with an open-concept kitchen. It has bar tops which are digital screens, portions of floor which are lit up from underneath, functional digital tablets on the walls as moving image exhibits and a red top billiard table serving as a divider between the main dining area and the bar.
The furniture and lighting are also fascinating. There are book lamps (literally), lava lamps and chandeliers with in-built projectors to flash images so that the colour and intensity of the light are constantly changing.
Walking around Beast & Butterflies M Social can feel like a visit to an upscale furniture shop. However, Beast & Butterflies is a place with beautiful designer furniture on display where you are encouraged to eat and drink. It offers reasonably priced buffet breakfast, affordable set lunches, interesting cocktails with live music on some nights. The a la carte menu offers items which you would normally expect in all day hotel dining menus but with fusion dishes of East and West, or "borderless cuisine" as the restaurant calls it.
Below are pictures of random pages of their digital menu.
We went to Beast & Butterflies M Social for dinner and ordered Tomato Latte ($10) and Crab Patties ($12) as starters. We chose the Earthen Rice ($18) and Cody Mee ($28) for our main course. The psychedelic lights must have affected us somewhat as we also ordered their Dessert Extravaganza ($25). That was more food than we needed. Service charge and GST would be added to the bill.
The service was efficient and friendly. Iced water was offered. The wait for the food was not long.
The Tomato Latte was cold tomato juice with capsicum foam. It was smooth, very pleasant and refreshing. The Crab Patties had thin crispy crust and curry crab meat filling. They were enjoyable; they should go very well with cold beer. The serving consisted of six pieces.
The Earthen Rice was Claypot Chicken Rice with Chinese Sausages. The black sauce was served separately. The portion was quite generous. The claypot rice was ordinary and we found the sausages to be slightly overcooked and too soft for our liking.
The Cody Mee was Crispy Egg Noodles with Baked Cod Fillet. The presentation was interesting. The noodles did taste like the crispy noodles you could get the neighbourhood zhi char stalls. The baked cod fish with a light sauce had good texture and clean taste. It was the better of the 2 main courses.
The Extravaganza Dessert was a platter consisting of Mango Sticky Rice, Yam Brulée, Yoghurt & Lime Mousses with Fruits and Chocolate & Banana Crumble.
We liked the Yam Brulée. Beneath the thin caramelized sugar top was rich and delicious traditional oh nee (yam paste, Teochew style). Very enjoyable. The Chocolate & Banana Crumble was interesting – a chocolate sphere melted with molten lava chocolate sauce. Inside the sphere we found banana infused with vanilla sauce. The combination of tastes and textures was delightful.
Some much food, riotous colours and patterns, constantly changing lighting and funky background music – we experienced sensory overload at Beast & Butterflies M Social Singapore, but in a good way. Nathaniel Hawthorn wrote "Happiness is a butterfly, which when pursued, is always just beyond your grasp, but which, if you will sit down quietly, may alight upon you". As we ate at Beast & Butterflies, a butterfly alighted upon us.
Food: 4
Service: 4
Value: 3
Atmosphere: 5
Overall Rating: 4 TOPs
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90 Robertson Quay
Singapore 238259
Tel: +65 6657 0018
Opening Hours:
Breakfast 07.00 am – 10.30 am
Lunch 11.30am – 2.30pm
Dinner 05.00pm – 10.30pm
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text: I recently found out and saw actual proof that a list of birthdates and social security numbers belonging to employees in one certain department within the company were posted on a company public computer drive, and given to a corporate member of the same department. We are talking about over 400 peoples information. When HR was asked about it, they said that no one within that department was permitted to have this information, and did remove it from the drive. The person who compiled it and the person who it was compiled for seemed to not have to answer to any one about it. Any advice on this situation?


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Congratulations to everyone that ran in the Cadbury Marathon last week. I was very happy for several of my friends, some of whom ran either a half or a full for the first time. I know what an awesome feeling it is to hit the finish line when you started the race not sure if you would actually complete it.
Sadly for myself I made the decision not to run, as the setback in my recovery meant I didn't feel the body was quite ready. I wasn't afraid of not completing the race, but I was concerned about exacerbating an injury and prolonging the period that I am not at full fitness. It is a difficult decision to cancel an attempt of something that is important to you. Completing it would have meant a lot to me after the injury battles of last year. But it just wasn't to be.
Taking the conservative (or sensible) option is not something I have traditionally been good at. I certainly wouldn't describe it as the easy option as I find it quite frustrating and usually agonise over it a lot. Having written previously about the importance of not being held back by a fear of failure, I thought it was important to make a distinction here that there is nothing wrong with holding back when failure carries an unacceptable risk of adverse consequences. If something is important enough to you, you can make the time to make another attempt when you are happy with your preparation.
Good luck going for your goals in the future, but if you find yourself stymied for whatever reason, don't be afraid to delay certain attempts until the circumstances are right.
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On this Turkey Day eve, I wanted to wish you and yours a very happy, healthy, and delicious Thanksgiving holiday. I've been in prep mode all dayâit helped that it's been snowing all day here in the northeast, a perfect excuse to stay inside and chop, toast, wash, etc.âand so hopefully I'll be ready for game day tomorrow. So far I've made (as pictured above): The roasted pumpkin soup; finished the fresh cranberry-orange-ginger sauce (there will be canned as well…it's just a must for me), removed seeds from the pomegranates, toasted walnuts, toasted pumpkin seeds, pickled golden raisins, washed and steamed brussel sprouts, roasted squash, sliced mushrooms, and chopped shallots, celery, and spinach. All that's left for tonight is to give my dry-brined turkey a good rubdown…sexy, right?
So good luck tomorrow! I hope it all goes your wayâthat the dog doesn't steal the bird, the pie crust turns out just right, the relatives behave, the mashed potatoes aren't lumpy, the children aren't grumpy, and the wine flows freely.


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Harvesting apples in denmark is an international work with Pawel Sapielak ,Jola Bajerczak, Edyta Bajerczak, Katarzyna Wiśniewska, Piotr Kiliański,Lorence and Benoit,
Peter Breekelmans,Albert (Nugget), Noni Samson as workers .
Also the farmerfamily with Henning,Marie -José, Asta and Jorgen...
Together with the neighbours and friends of the farmerfamily we meet on a harvestparty.... an old tradition which is still living----
some are absent some are present.
Together we try to work and come from far away to get our dreams come true
As workers we want to enjoy life, work hard , pick apples all day long in rain , sunshine and cold and we like a good salary.
Alle Sammen !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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This brand new kikoy from Kenya is 100% lightweight soft cotton and of the traditional size of 171cm (66") x 104cm (40") with hand-knotted fringe:
Soft cotton and a colour fastness that can be washed time and time again. Each kikoy is unique in that the looms are threaded by craftsmen, who make their kikoys rather like a Persian carpet, with minute differences in each batch of looming. I have tried my best to describe the item, I allow returns only if item is damaged.
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When I was a teacher trainer, we used to debate whether trainee teachers should be introduced to learning theory before or after they went into the classroom to teach.
On the Pedagogy First programme (an online course to learn how to teach online) learning theory comes very near the end of the 24 week course (at Week 21), perhaps reflecting a view that theory follows practice, or that theory needs to be understood as a culmination of prior learning. Quite a few participants have struggled to keep up with the course, so only a small number have engaged with the week on learning theories, although those that did made interesting posts. (See the Pedagogy First course site )
As luck would have it, Claire Major, a participant on the course, is writing a book on how teaching online changes our work as teachers and so has a particular interest in learning theories – and this led to some great discussion and outcomes.
Claire bemoaned the fact that what has been written on learning theories seems to be a confusing mess and said she needed a diagram to pull it all together. I agreed.
Donald Clark wrote a series of 51 blog posts, each about a different learning theorist. Here is a screen shot taken from his first post in the series about Socrates.
Source of screenshot: http://donaldclarkplanb.blogspot.co.uk/search?q=Socrates
But this is not the diagram that Claire was looking for.
However, inspired by Claire to hunt for a diagram I found this cMap by Richard Millwood for the Holistic Approach to Technology Enhanced Learning Project.
Source of screenshot: http://cmapspublic3.ihmc.us/rid=1LGVGJY66-CCD5CZ-12G3/Learning%20Theory.cmap
But ultimately Claire took up the challenge herself and produced this presentation which she has shared as her final presentation for the Pedagogy First course.
What a great final outcome to a 24 week course!


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The size of Mega duct ensures that it can cope with the air volume generated by the high extraction rates of the new stylish cooker hoods now on the market. Unwanted air and smells can be removed efficiently and effectively. It is a case of duct and hood in perfect harmony. The benefit of using Mega duct is an improved living environment and quieter, less overworked and longer lasting cooker hoods.
Mega duct is the next generation of ducting and as kitchen manufacturers, hood manufacturers, builders and designers begin to work together it will soon become the norm.
The low profile of Mega duct makes it easier to conceal than the equivalent 150mm round duct. This makes it more suitable for installation along the top of wall units or fitting in ceiling voids and other confined spaces.
Bends, connectors and adapters ensure Mega duct offers the installer the flexibility to achieve almost any ducting configuration and the ability to connect to other Monsoon systems.
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Facilities Management
Why We Outsource and What They DoPublished: April 21, 2017 Updated: April 21, 2017
We are regularly asked how we handle facilities management at 12Stone. With multiple locations and events held simultaneously, we choose to outsource this important role to a third party. They handle their own staffing and makes decisions on our behalf on any issues related to facility management. Some of what they are responsible for includes:
- building maintenance through a work order system
- an online reservation calendar for all campuses and meeting rooms in which 12Stone staff submits requests
- the set-up/tear-down of tables, linens, chairs, disposal of trash, etc. for meetings and special events
- storage and retrieval of items when needed
- outsourcing large jobs like cleaning, landscaping, and painting to subcontractors, including management of the bidding process and service agreements
Our facilities management company can scale and shift in a way that we never could since they are designed to handle multiple locations and – while we never notice it – we are not their only client. Our leadership plays point and sets the standards in which they should work (budgets, branding, hours, etc.), but we really rely on them to make it all work inside those parameters.
The greatest benefit is that 12Stone staff is able to focus on ministry and relationships while our facilities management company focuses on what it does best.
(Important Note: We've also found it saves us some money!)
This is great confirming information as we move from 3 to 4 campuses we need to move in this direction. Is there a more detailed white paper on your findings?
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System Activity Monitors 4+
Memory, Battery, CPU usage
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The app monitors iOS activity like memory usage, battery life, used space, and device information. Great visuals like speedometer view, LED indicator, 3D bar charts, battery charging animation, LED flashing charger, provides you a rich visual views of your iOS device internals, like you have never seen before.
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The System Activity Monitor, is the most comprehensive all in one health check app. on the App store, that monitors memory usage, battery performance, device information like IP address and hardware address, battery tips, all system information, and used space on the iOS device.
You can use this app to accurately monitor your battery life, monitor memory in use, and used and free space. By appropriately charging the battery using this app to full charge, you can get a good battery life.
1. Battery tips are shown to help save battery life while using the iPhone.
2. Tap battery to see the battery capacity for your favorite apps.
3. Shows the used and free space on your iPhone/iPod.
4. Shows the IP address acquired, and hardware address of your device.
5. Displays a long list of device information, like physical specs, hardware info, and many more.
These are the different views on the App.
Memory view:
Shows the used and free iPhone memory available as used by other apps. This is shown in an excellent speedometer animation view. Double tap home button, and see other apps in use. Close out the other apps, and see the memory being reclaimed in this app, when the speedometer shows the free memory available increase.
This has an LED indicator with blue, green, yellow and red colors indicating the amount of memory being used.
Double tap the speedometer, to see a 3D bar view of the different break up of the memory used. Like, Free, Wired, Active and Inactive memory of your iOS device.
Battery view:
This view shows the battery available for discharge, how much time to recharge to make it full, and when it is charged to FULL, displays an indication, as "FULLY CHARGED", as opposed to quick charge. It has glow panels on the top to let you know, how much battery is available.
Tap the battery on the fill, to show the detailed break up of battery availability for 3G talk time, browsing, videos, games etc.
Animated battery charging with current flashes inside the battery.
Space used view:
This is shown as a pie-chart that presents the used and free space available on your iOS device.
Info view:
Now it shows a lot more device information, like system information, camera information, display, hardware and physical characteristics. It shows whether you device is connected to Wi-Fi or cellular and its IP address.
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Okay so it looks good. And it's saying most of my memory is being used, which doesn't surprise me. My phone has been running so slow. It gives me a tip. "Shut down all apps not being used and running in the background". Good idea. I go in to settings and close everything I can find, and it isn't a lot. Free memory doesn't go up at all. My memory is still maxed out, free space is still minimal. So how much does that help? Actually none at all. Sorry, good looking, but worthless at least to me. And btw, I bought the in app purchase, More Detailed Information. And it didn't help at all. To the developer, lmk if I'm missing something here. I'd love to know what apps are sapping my device.
Finally, an app I downloaded that was definitely more than worth the effort taken to download. This provides a wealth of useful information for those that need to, or would like to know, more information about their phones, & the inner workings. I can't think of anything that wasn't thought of, or included in this app. It just might be the most useful app I have. If not number one, it is easily in my top five out of the sixty-odd apps I currently have!
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There is nothing here that anyone actually needs to pay attention to. An iPhone manages resources fine all by itself without the user needing to know what's going on. If you were an app developer you already have better tools than this. What's really dumb about this app however is all of the animations. They actually get in the way and delay providing the information. It literally takes 5 seconds from opening the app before all of the animation is complete so that to shows the memory used on an iPhone 7.
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As most people are doing some kind of social media these days, I too was on my facebook page. Most of my posting and sharing is in the form of positive and spiritual relevance. Tonight though was diferent. Tonight my neice had posted something that was upsettng to me. She had been beaten up and violently abused. She was posting this for the world to see and we all tend to look the other way when we dont have an emotional tie to things of that sort. It is not to say it is right, but we have been conditioned through the years to accept alot of things that we should not. She showed a picture of huge amounts of hair in the trash can and it was quite a substantial amount. There were about 22 comments that were just as terrible as the act of violence that she had posted to her page, from the people that she loved and were in her immediate circle of family and freinds. What struck me and why I write this is, we the people of a nation that use to take our coats and lay them across a water puddle for the old woman not to get her shoes wet, now are a nation of "if you say something I do not agree with I will just beat you up or worse yet have you desyroyed." A negetive action followed by 22 more negative actions. That is not good math or even a good thoughts. What ever happened to "lets talk about this" or "I am sorry". For Pete's sake people can we come to fair and balanced debate on the topic of disagreement. Or do we have to reach out and always beat them up and then everyone wants even worse, revenge. Where does it stop. I often think of the International Space Station. The men that are there and the new life that one day will live there, be born there and die there. Will they get along or will they just be a society of the beaten up path. When I was in the 1st grade. I was completely taken by some writing in stone on the outside wall of my elementary school. I would go outside for resess and read what was written. The Golden Rule. "Do unto others as you would have others done unto you." I am not seeing it these days. I am not seeing much good at all. The whole world is in chaos, it is hard and empty and cold and upsetting and wonderless and almost Godless. The males and females of the times at hand seem to want the drama, to want the heartless and selfish ways. I do not understand. What will become of my neice? I am not a betting person but, if I had to put money on it. I would bet she goes back to the same beaten up path she just shared with the world. Just sayin.
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My friends. My tree
I have recently developed this new social friend tree. And of course I am new at this so what I do in the beginning does not take hold or change your perspective until you realize that this grouping has rooted. It starts un denounced, catching you completely off guard. Then soon your crying and laughing and commenting. You find yourself praying for families, dropping to you knees and praying for the people you have never met. Just a picture or a name at the end of a tablet or the keys to a pc. Life has evolved. But love is never estranged. It is grandeur, sophisticated and common. Love takes you to top of the highest mountain. It shows character were character is due. Some friends have lost loved ones. Some lost young children, some lost them selves. We all share in a foundation that is so intense and wide in spirit and we hold back from setting this deep. When we root we don't think about the depth of our magnificent plan. We don't consider the fact that we are all stretching our limbs out to be exalted and digging deep to stay stable. We love. We feel. We reach. We should always without ignorance remember that, we are not alone. My tree now holds many, and the many will increase and my purpose for my existence is not to grow and to shed away and wilt to dry and be covered by the dust of the future. But, to become the future, to tell of things that have been and that are. All of us share in this creation of friends and of new beginnings and of simplicity. To love and to unite and be as one. You and I have so much in common, we are friends and we will grow together and we will create together. Love shall pour like water off our limbs. Hold fast a mighty branch for the days are short and the nights are long. Tomorrow, let the Son shine upon your face and fill you heart. In God's grace may you root and in his grace may you bloom and grow. My friends. My tree.


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It's a few steps shy of proclaiming, "Gun Ban an Abject Failure at Curbing Crime," but today's Washington Post Metro did trumpet on the front of its November 13 Metro section that the 31-year old D.C. handgun ban has not proven to be a crime deterrent.
With his somewhat subdued headline, "Crime Data Underscore Limits of D.C. Gun Ban's Effectiveness," staff writer Paul Duggan unearthed the political calculus for the 1976 gun ban, as well as the Post's role as chief journalistic cheerleader for the law the federal D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals found unconstitutional earlier this year.
In making by far their boldest public policy decision, the District's first elected officials wanted other jurisdictions, especially neighboring states, to follow the lead of the nation's capital by enacting similar gun restrictions, cutting the flow of firearms into the city from surrounding areas.
"We were trying to send out a message," recalled Sterling Tucker (D), the council chairman at the time.
Nadine Winters (D), also a council member then, said, "My expectation was that this being Washington, it would kind of spread to other places, because these guns, there were so many of them coming from Virginia and Maryland."
Duggan quotes other politicians who eagerly supported, and continue to support the ban, noting that at the time even they admitted the ban would do nothing to make citizens safer (emphasis mine):
"The bill should not be looked at as a panacea to solve all gun-related crime problems that we have in the city," warned then-council member John A. Wilson (D), after the council passed the measure, 12 to 1, and the mayor signed it into law in July 1976. "But maybe it will save some senseless accident at somebody's home," Wilson said.
Marion Barry (D), a council member then as now and a supporter of the bill, put it bluntly at the time: "What we are doing today will not take one gun out of the hands of one criminal."
But it wasn't just the overwhelmingly liberal Democratic city council that cheered for the liberty-limiting gun ban. Duggan notes that the Post editorial page cheered the ban and urged a more comprehensive national one be instituted by Congress:
There was no more ardent supporter of the ban in 1976 than The Washington Post editorial page, which asserted: "One shortcoming of local laws . . . is that they can't work well when guns are moving freely in immediate adjacent areas." That is why, the editorial said, a federal handgun law was needed.
Duggan's article has some shortcomings, among them: no quotes from gun rights groups or scholars like John Lott, the economist who found a correlation between states with minimal gun control and low crime. Even a quote by liberal constitutional scholar Laurence Tribe, who himself now admits the 2nd Amendment guarantees the individual's right to keep and bear arms, would have provided a good balance to the pro-ban sound bites from yesteryear.
That said, it's not every day you see in the pages of a major liberal newspaper the admission that the very same paper has been a cheerleader for a gun control policy that's only disarmed law-abiding citizens while leaving the city more dangerous in its wake.


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Baltimore Man Sentenced to Over 12 Years in Prison for Conspiracy to Rob Three Cell Phone Stores
Baltimore, Maryland – U.S. District Judge Ellen L. Hollander sentenced Johnny Devon Snow, age 20, today to 150 months in prison, followed by three years of supervised release, for his role in the armed robberies of three cell phone stores.
The sentence was announced by United States Attorney for the District of Maryland Rod J. Rosenstein; Special Agent in Charge Stephen E. Vogt of the Federal Bureau of Investigation; and Chief Gary Gardner of the Howard County Police Department.
According his plea agreement, from May 1, 2014 through June 24, 2014, Johnny Snow, his brother Justin Snow, their cousin Taylor Snow and Arkeene Redditt-Abrams conspired to rob three cell phone stores. The defendants planned to steal cash, cell phones and other electronic communications devices, and tablet computers; and that they planned to sell the stolen merchandise. As part of the plan, the defendants determined which firearms were used in the commission of the robberies; conducted surveillance of the targeted stores; wore face masks, hooded jackets and gloves to conceal their identities; and used plastic trash bags to carry the stolen items from the stores.
Specifically, on June 17, 2014, the defendants used a car rented by Taylor Snow to travel to an AT&T store on Dual Highway in Hagerstown. Taylor Snow entered the store to to find out how many people were in the store and whether there were any security cameras. She was talking on ta cell phone as she entered. Less than a minute later Johnny and Justin Snow entered the store, and Justin Snow brandished a firearm in an attempt to rob an employee of the store. Johnny Snow stood near the door and Redditt-Abrams remained in the car, which was parked outside. The defendants realized the store had cameras, left the store and fled in the waiting car.
A few hours later the defendants drove the rented car to an AT&T store in Ellicott City, Maryland. Redditt-Abrams entered the store to "case" it. After he left the Snows entered the store, with Justin Snow again brandishing a gun. They stole cash, cell phones and tablet computers worth more than $18,000. Surveillance video at an adjoining gas station captured images of Taylor Snow's car at the gas pumps and while it was parked in front of the AT&T store. The video showed Redditt-Abrams entering and leaving the store, then shows three people exiting the car and entering the store. A short time later three people run from the store and get back into the car.
Further, after Johnny Snow's arrest on June 24, 2014, Justin and Taylor Snow traveled to Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, where they used a gun to rob a T-Mobile store of cash, cell phones and tablet computers.
Justin Jose Snow, a/k/a "J.O.," age 22; Taylor Yvonne Snow, age 22; and Arkeene Antoyn Redditt-Abrams, a/k/a "Duke," age 26, all of Baltimore, previously pleaded guilty to their roles in the robberies. Taylor Snow was sentenced to nine years in prison. Justin Snow is scheduled to be sentenced on June 30, 2015 and Redditt-Abrams is scheduled to be sentenced on August 15, 2015. They remain detained.
United States Attorney Rod J. Rosenstein praised the FBI, and Howard County Police Department, for their work in the investigation. Mr. Rosenstein thanked Assistant United States Attorney John F. Purcell, who is prosecuting the case.


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Got me a Taranis X9D a couple months ago!!
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| Aug 17, 2014 @ 09:54 PM | 4,817 Views
Yep, I finally took everyone's advice and bought the Taranis X9D transmitter with an X8R receiver. I also bought the Orange Rx DSMX/DSM2 module for the back so I could still use the 20+ receivers I already have.
No sooner that I got the radio, I immediately did the antenna mod for the module.
I like it better up top with the other antenna.
Once you get accustomed to the layout of the radio, and as long as you're halfway decent with a computer, this radio isn't very hard to learn the ins and outs of at all.
And if you have ANY questions on how to program or basically ANYTHING you need or want to do with this radio, there's a few threads dedicated to the Taranis and the people are quite friendly and happy to help you out if you get confused.
So that's that!
Just thought i'd share my happiness with all the fellow RC lovers out there.
If you're looking for a great radio, at an AWESOME price.... go Taranis!!!
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HobbyKing Spacewalker
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| Apr 14, 2013 @ 07:27 PM | 5,629 Views
I'm about to start building my
ARF from HK over the next week or two. I'm going with a 4 stroke Saito FA-65 on this one.
Fuel will be CoolPower 15%
GlowPlug is an OS Type "F" (4 stroke plug)
I'll be using Futaba S3004 Standard size servo's all around.
It'll be on Spektrum 2.4ghz DSM2/DSMX via an AR6200.
More to come as the build starts!
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Electrifly SPAD XIII
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| Mar 07, 2013 @ 04:15 PM | 4,773 Views
I've been working on an Electrifly SPAD XIII. It's just about finished now. I just have to put the pushrods on the elevator and rudder and she's finished!
She's a really nice looking plane if I do say so myself!
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Pluma Indoor 3-D Biplane
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| Jan 01, 2013 @ 02:52 PM | 5,103 Views
I'm currently building the Pluma 3-D Bilpane.
Plane Specs:
Wingspan: 32.5" (830mm)
Wing Area: 518 sq in (33.4 sq dm)
Weight: 8.4 - 9.5oz (240 - 270g)
Wing Loading: 2.3 -2.6oz/sq ft (7.2 - 8.1g/sq dm)
Length: 38" (955mm)
Center of Gravity:
Indoor Flying, 2-5/8" (67mm) from the leading edge of upper wing
Outdoor Flying, 2-1/2" (63mm) from the leading edge of upper wing
Total C.G. range is from 1-3/4" (44mm) forward to 3-5/16"
(85mm) aft. Do not fly outside of this range
Control Throws-
Low Rate High Rate 3D Rate
Elevator: 1" (25mm) 17� 1-3/8" (35mm) 26� 2-1/8" (55mm) 46�
Rudder: 1-9/16" (40mm) 19� 2-3/4" (70mm) 36� 3-7/8" (100mm) 56�
Ailerons: 1-9/16" (40mm) 27� 2-3/8" (60mm) 43� 2-7/8" (75mm) 58�
I'm using an RCTimer CF-2805/14 (2840kv) brushless motor and a 25A ESC with a 7X3 prop. I'll be using a 2 cell 800mah lipo battery on this one. And a DSM2 microlite parkflyer receiver.
Motor Specs:
Model: CF2805-14
Motor size: Ф28.7*27mm
Shaft size: Ф3.17*37mm
Weight: 32g
KV(rpm/v): 2840
Max Power: 120W
Battery: 2Li-Po
Test Prop: 6x4/7x3
Ri(M Ω): 0.073
On the "watts up" meter, i'm getting about 120W at 20A at full throttle. So the 25A ESC i'm using should be fine for flying indoors during the winter months.
More to come as the build progresses.
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Seagull Space Walker II 40
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| Oct 31, 2012 @ 07:32 PM | 8,400 Views
I'm currently working on a Seagull Model Space Walker II (40 size).
I just took everything out of the box this afternoon and installed the motor mount. Everything else will begin shortly. I plan to get the wing 100% tonight, and if I have enough time, the tail section as well. Then tomorrow I can install the servo's in the fuse for the rudder and elevator, and then connect all the pushrods.
Once that's all set, I can run other electronics (receiver, receiver battery and excess servo wiring) as well as install the fuel tank and connect it to the Evolution .46 motor i'm using on this with a Master Airscrew 11X6 prop.
Overall, the build seems pretty basic. Nothing "difficult" per say that caught my attention, but who knows what i'll run into as i'm working on this. It's my first Space Walker so i'm just keeping my fingers crossed that everything comes together well.
I have a picture of the fuse and parts laid out on my garage floor. More pictures to come as the build progresses.
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Hobby King Sniper EP (Pushy Cat)
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| Oct 13, 2012 @ 08:01 PM | 6,130 Views
I have a Sniper EP from HobbyKing that was already partially built. I have it 95% completed already and really just need to install a good brushless motor and ESC to power this bad boy. I'm looking for decent power and speed but nothing too crazy. If I can average around 60mph to 70mph in level flight, i'll be more than happy with the results.
More to come once I get the motor and ESC.
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Ugly Stick (Easy Stick) 40
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| Oct 13, 2012 @ 07:49 PM | 6,244 Views
I'm starting to work on the Ugly Stick that I have here. She's a sweet looking plane and I have no doubts that it will be a lot of fun to fly.
More to come as I progress in the build!
I'm using a 3548 900kv brushless motor with a 60A ESC, swinging an APC 12X6 prop. I'm going to try it out with 2500mah 3 cell lipo packs and see how it does. If I need a little more juice i'll up it to 4 cells in the 3000mah range.
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DHC-2 Beaver 52.3" Wingspan
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| Aug 24, 2012 @ 03:05 PM | 6,215 Views
I'm building a DHC-2 Beaver with a Power 25 equiv brushless motor. I have the wings fully assembled, the fuse is 99% completed and it's just a matter of installing the servo's for the rudder and elevator and connecting the pushrods and control horns. And I have to bolt the wing down with the 2 nylon screws.
Some pictures below..
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J-3 Piper Cub 40
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| Aug 17, 2012 @ 07:52 PM | 5,378 Views
I'm building a J-3 Piper Cub (40 size) and using a Power 50 equiv electric brushless motor to power it.
More to come!
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P-17 Stearman Kaydet (40)
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| Aug 04, 2012 @ 11:32 PM | 6,081 Views
P-17 Stearman Kaydet (40) (ARF) Build Log "Red Baron"
I've been working on this one in my spare time for the past few days so far.
I have the bottom wing complete, with all ailerons and extensions finished.
The Elevator and rudder are 90% complete. Just need to finish the tail wheel and glue the rudder hinges in and that will be complete.
More to come as the build progresses......
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Electrifly Ultimate Bipe EP (ARF)
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| Aug 04, 2012 @ 11:22 PM | 6,759 Views
Electrifly Ultimate Bipe (ARF) Build log
I've been working on the fuse and got the
FirePower 10
(3536-10) mounted.
The canopy is now installed.
I also have the cowl ready and the magnets set in place.
Once my 4
Emax 12g
servo's come in, I can set up the elevator and rudder.
I have a couple of pictures of what i've done so far.
More to come as the build progresses.......
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Getting into sailplanes (got any advice for me?)
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| Jul 07, 2012 @ 10:43 AM | 5,336 Views
Hello friends,
As you may or may not know, i've been flying for a little over 10 years now. I fly almost anything, with the exception of 3-D and sailplanes. Well, that's coming to an end now!
I've already been experimenting with a few 3-D planes and it's lots of fun, but that's not why we're here today.
Sailplanes! The thought of taking a sailplane up to 500 feet (give or take) and powering down and being able to glide around for 30 minutes to an hour (depending on the conditions available) is absolutely amazing to me!
I've got the flying skills under my belt to confidently jump into a good sailplane like the Radian Pro, and it's a BNF version so I can bind it right to my trusty DX7 (or the JR X9503 i'm getting later on in the future).
I've already programmed my DX7 with the "full house" setup which is available
, to get the most out of this model (camber/reflex/crow/flaps).
There is also a really nice youtube video available for those who would rather "watch and copy" what that guy did to set up his DX7. (I'll post the video at the bottom of this post) It's pretty simple and only takes about 10 minutes to get everything ready to go!
So lastly, to all you sailplane experts out there who may be reading this... What advice would you give to someone just getting into sailplanes? I'm open to any suggestions or advice you may have to offer.
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My First Scratch-build Plane!!
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| Dec 02, 2011 @ 12:05 AM | 5,981 Views
I've been flying for over 10 years now. Playing around with everything from high wing trainers to hotliners, and everything in between. I've "put together" plenty of balsa kits and foamy ARF models in my day, but I wanted to really go all out and take a sheet of that $Tree foam board and turn it into an actual flying plane!
Well, I started in the morning, and had it finished by the later part of the afternoon. I decided to keep it as simple as I could so I didn't get in way over my head with problems.
All in all, I think I did a decent job making a plane out of nothing but a sheet of foam and a picture of a average aerobatic plane in my mind. No plans or drawings what-so-ever!
AUW is about 14oz to 16oz. I'm guesstimating.
The "Watts Up" meter says i'm pulling about 30 amps at 365 watts. I get about 3 minutes per battery pack. I get a nice gentle cruising speed at about 30% throttle, really good aerobatic power/almost unlimited vertical at just over 65% throttle, and serious all out ballistic performance at full throttle!
Let me know what you guys think!
Power setup is the following....
C3530 Sliver-Blue
- Hobby King 35A ESC
- Nano-Tech 1300mah 45C 11.1V LiPo
TowerPro SG90
(9 gram) (2)
I'm using my trusty
Spektrum DX7
w/ a Spektrum
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Jag Madan – Treasurer
Heather Kulyk McDonald – Director
Ms. Samina Tajwar – Director
Jerry Huang – Director
Board Mission Statement
"As the board of directors we will build on our assets to provide leadership, support and resources to make a positive impact in the lives of children, youth, families, our community and within ourselves."
We are currently looking to add skills and experience to our Board and committees. We are looking for a number of roles to be filled that include:
- Friend Raisers/Relationship Builders
- Ambassadors
- Event Representatives
- Expertise on Projects/Activities
- Door Openers /Fund Development
- Supporting staff and management with asks
- Strategic Partnerships
- Stewardship
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Join the Board of Directors
There are a number of roles that can be taken on by joining the Board or becoming part of a committee. Some of the roles include:
- Friend Raisers/Relationship Builders
- Ambassadors
- Event Representatives
- Expertise on Projects/Activities
- Door Openers /Fund Development
- Supporting staff and management with asks
- Strategic Partnerships
- Stewardship
- Program and event volunteers
Some of the key roles we are looking to fill include:
- CCSS Informed people who like to come to events to spread the word about CCSS
- Build and maintain relationships between partners/ stakeholders and CCSS
- Take an interest learning about other people and their organizations
- See potential opportunities for partnering or door opening
- Collect the contact information and ideas for follow-up by staff and or committees
- Find support or things needed by CCSS
Door Openers
- Are excited about CCSS and introducing the agency, programs and success to their contacts.
- Look at finding potential opportunities with a win/win perspective (take an interest in us and benefit the funder/partner)
- Are comfortable exploring a lead or even making the initial ask – is this kind of thing potentially of interest and why? Or if not what kinds of things are a fit? How can I connect you to our staff?
- Are willing to involve (some of) their contacts to see if our work would be a good fit for them or call people they think might be involved with a potential match.
- Build the initial relationship and discover if there is a fit
- Are interested in setting up strategic partnerships for CCSS or wish list items
- Like a focused approach
To join the Board you need to become a member in good standing (click here for the membership application form) and fill in an application to join the Board. The nominating committee will then set up a time to meet with you, discuss your interest and what you will bring to the Board. We will also be able to answer any questions and set up a meeting with the CEO for more details on the day to day running of the Society. The nominating committee will then make a recommendation to the Board at which time you will come in and meet everyone and decide if you are interested in joining!


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HUNDREDS of Essex drivers have been snared by an unmarked HGV 'supercab' in the last year.
The subtle scheme is part of a bid to improve safety on high-speed roads across the east and south east of England.
Three supercabs, funded by Highways England, first took to the roads 12 months ago and, across the south east, have now recorded more than 900 offences.
In Essex, 230 vehicles were stopped and a total of 237 offences were found to have been committed.
They included:
- Using Mobile Phone 55
- Not in Proper Control 3
- Not Wearing Seatbelt 97
- Speeding 15
- Traffic Offence Report 134
In total, 93 fines have been issued while ten prosecutions were brought.
Colin Evans, Regional Safety Coordinator in the South East, at Highways England, said: "Hundreds of thousands of drivers use our roads every day and the vast majority are sensible behind the wheel but some are putting themselves and others at risk.
"We introduced the three new HGV supercabs last year to help keep the roads safe and tackle dangerous driving by people who have either got into bad habits or are simply ignoring the law."
Mr Evans added: "The cabs have helped to identify over 3,000 unsafe drivers over the past year, and we hope they will encourage everyone to think about what more they could do to improve how they drive."
The three 'supercabs' patrol motorways and major A roads.
They allow police officers to film evidence of unsafe driving behaviour by pulling up alongside vehicles, and drivers are then pulled over by police cars following a short distance behind.
The supercabs have a derestricted speed limiter which means they can travel at speeds up to the national speed limit, and flashing lights have been installed for use by police forces in an emergency.
National Police Chiefs' Council Lead for Roads Policing, Chief Constable Anthony Bangham said: "Operation Tramline is a successful collaboration between the police and Highways England.
"We remain committed to tackling those who take unnecessary risks with their own safety and the safety of others on our roads by allowing themselves to be distracted while driving. The consequences of these actions are often devastating.
"We will continue to work alongside Highways England on Operation Tramline and will prosecute drivers who ignore the risks."
Other footage captured using the cabs in their first year included a van driver who was spotted with no hands on the wheel as he used one hand to change gear and the other to hold his mobile phone.
The incident happened as he travelled along the A38 near Derby, even though he pulled into a service station to stop just a few seconds later.
The driver of a pick-up truck was also filmed without his hands on the wheel as he travelled along the M60 near Eccles in Greater Manchester. The footage shows the driver with both hands on his phone as he writes a text message.


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This two-day event will take place Wednesday and Thursday, July 19th & 20th. For both days, the Boot Camp will run from 8:00am-4:30pm.
The UL Lafayette Thesis Boot Camp is designed for Master's students who have approved thesis topics, who are well into their research, and who are actively writing their thesis. It will include group goal setting, opportunities for individual coaching from writing consultants, sustained writing time, and, of course, food and drinks.
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Wisconsin Red Cross volunteers respond to national tragedies
Volunteers put in 14-hour days
From coast to coast, the Red Cross has had an incredibly busy summer.
"This has been an extremely busy time for us, since July actually, because not only have we had things across the country happening, but we've also had some things happening here in Wisconsin ... a large flood where we had a shelter open for quite a while (and) a large multifamily fire with a shelter in Sheboygan," Red Cross director Patty Flowers said.
Volunteers across Wisconsin are helping across the nation, including Louisiana, Hawaii, California and here at home, helping provide food, water, cleaning supplies and mental health resources.
"We would go out in teams and go to a couple shelters a day, visit with the clients there, support the staff who are working there," volunteer Evelyn Krawczyk said.
Some volunteers said they're working 14 hours a day to help people who lost everything.
"Sometimes it felt, I wanted to do more," Krawczyk said. "I wanted to be able to give a house or a job or a car, but you know a shoulder and comfort sometimes felt inadequate, but, but it was important."
In Wisconsin, the Red Cross is doing something new, virtual deployment, beginning Sunday as the head of the Milwaukee chapter will use her phone and computer to remotely help people affected by the flooding.