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Per Drudge: Obama takes charge at hurricane command center.
Spare me.
I says Prez-O takes command of…. the puniest, least deadly, most-hyped-up hurricane DUD in 50 years!!
You heard me. HURRICANE DUD!
And the MSM "weather" experts blew this so all out of proportion they ought to hang their heads in shame. Oh. That's right. SHAME is so passe′.


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Next Episode of Deepwater Black is
not planed. TV Show was canceled.
In the future, Earth's entire population is being wiped out by an unstoppable virus. Mankind's only hope for survival is to launch a spaceship stocked with clones in cryogenic freeze, which will return to a devastated planet and re-populate it.
After encountering a huge object drifting in space, the ship is boarded by an alien being that demands to be given one of the crew.
A computer virus results in a malevolent being called the Mentor, who threatens to destroy nearly all of the gene samples in the Gene Bank.
The ship and crew face trouble when a metal-eating organism attaches itself to Deepwater.
The crew receives a message from a beacon in space.
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text: International legal pressure has been steadily increasing on Julian Assange, the founder of the whistleblower website WikiLeaks, since his website began releasing secret US diplomatic cables. He could face a London court as early as Tuesday to answer questions on sex crime allegations, after his lawyer said he was preparing to present himself to British police. Meanwhile, Australian police are investigating Assange's activities and US prosecutors are preparing to act against him over the publication of the classified documents. Al Jazeera's Tom Ackerman reports. SOURCE: Al Jazeera Business & Economy Europe Sweden


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Incubus Lust by Charlotte Davila
Marcus, an accomplished demonic incubus is sent by Lilith, the Mother of All Succubi, to seduce Elizabeth Benoit, a small town diner owner whose fiancé has just left her. What he doesn't count on is the feelings that Elizabeth stirs within him.
I waited until closing time, lingering until it was just me and Elizabeth. Slowly, I walked over to her. She watched me with cautious eyes. "You'd better be on your way. Kitchen's closed, and I'm not brewing another pot of coffee."
"I'm not interested in another pot of coffee." I turned on the incubus charm, pushing power into my words to sweeten the seduction.
She licked her lips and turned away. "Then what do you want?"
I drew closer to her, running my fingers over the bare skin of her arms. Her breathing quickened as my magic worked to build the lust between us. I nuzzled her neck, gently moving wisps of raven hair out of the way to take in the scent of her apricot soap. Just under that was something else—the raw scent of her pheromones—beckoning to me to take her. She'd give me her soul and Lilith would take her.
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For the Entertainment Seekers: A Guide to the Norfolk Area
For those planning a wedding within Norfolk who are dubious about what the area has to offer in terms of entertainment, do not be deceived by its pastoral charm: the area is anything but lacking venues for your amusement. The Norfolk area offers a rich and nuanced history, but today it is also a draw for foodies, thrill seekers, and the eclectic family alike.
The most picturesque town within Norfolk must be awarded to Bury St Edmunds. With findings dating as far back to 633 AD, with the founding of a monastery by Sigebert, the quintessential English village is a treasure trove for history buff or the trained antique collector. Be sure to stop into Harriets Tea Room for a proper high-tea in a nostalgic venue featuring plush furniture, and subtle details that validate the tea-rooms authenticity. After tea, wander through High Street, drifting in and out of the eclectic array of novelty shops that line the street. Wishing to pass more than just a few hours in this idyllic town? Look no further than Tuddenham Mill, the intimate boutique hotel and restaurant that has been a favorite of the area for many years.
Albeit Bury St. Edmunds is anything but lacking in quintessential English charm, it may be rather disappointing for those seeking something a bit more thrilling as the center-point of the post-nuptial festivities. In this case, Cambridge offers a plethora of venues to keep anyone amused. While most would, quite rightly, label Cambridge as a stodgy, albeit, venerated university town, the bustling student community has sustained a pub culture that caters to students and outsiders alike. To make the most of your night start with a meal at The Old Bicycle Shop — formerly Britain's oldest bike shop, the building now features a modern restaurant and bar. Cosy up with after dinner drinks at Hidden Rooms, an intimate cocktail bar featuring curtain booths and a "sunken garden." For live music, look no further than the popular student hang at Portland Arms where you'll find the latest local bands and first-class bar service. Of course, after the festivities are over, one must find a place to sleep. The Edwardian style estate, Harry's Bed and Breakfast, has been a long time local favorite for its convenience in terms of proximity to the city center and its charming aesthetic appeal.
Of course, sometimes families, especially those with members younger than 12, require entertainment that is a bit more catered to the needs of the latter. Luckily, the Norfolk area, outside of offering pristine countryside and nature-centered activities that all members of a family, both young and old, relish, has also seen the proliferation of business in the entertainment industry in the recent years. Take Xtreme360, one of the largest trampoline park in Norfolk — an attraction catered to all ages. If soaring over a sea of trampolines is too deadbeat for your libertine tastes, do what all thrill-seekers do and register for a skydiving session. Should the real thing be a bit out of your comfort zone, try the next best option: the synthesized experience. iFLY UK offers indoor skydiving courses, the nearest located West of Cambridge in Milton Keynes.
Should other members of the family not share the same ardour for the extreme, the zoo always proves to be the best democratiser. The nearest and most popular choice is Banham Zoo, about 40 minutes away from Hockwold. This award winning zoo, has carried on a legacy since its inception in 1968, and is now home to 2,000 animals including the beloved red panda. You can visit its main site at www.banhamzoo.co.uk to purchase tickets in advance. Should you still have energy after spending a few hours at the zoo, the Norfolk Botanical garden, just a short drive away, makes for a wonderful addition to follow the visit to the zoo. If Norfolk is known for anything, it is the areas saturation of natural beauty and the hommage that it pays to that beauty in venues such as the botanical garden. Should you and your party want to make an entire day dedicated to the outdoors, a leisurely stroll through Holkham National Nature Reserve along the seaside, or horse spotting at Hillside Shire Horse Sanctuary, is sure to make the nature enthusiast satisfied.
Whether young or old, thrill seeker or antique hunter, nature lover or bar frequenter, Norfolk is never short of venues to cater to each individual's fancy. Should you wish to pursue events at your own leisure, more activities can be found at: https://www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk as well as https://www.explorenorfolkuk.co.uk/things-to-do-in-norfolk.html .


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When you read articles or blog posts about blogging throughout the internet, the most popular advice that you will read is that a blogger should select his or her niche and write topics under that niche. The reason they say is that search engines will rank your page higher if your posts are all about a targeted niche.
But what if you're writing your blog as a hobby, journal/log, or like me as a vehicle to hone my writing/blogging skills. The most obvious choice then is not to have a niche, just blog whatever you want. What's the good thing then? The good thing is that you'll be practicing you're creativity more, you're not limited to thinking inside a box, whether it's the personal finance box, health/fitness box, or technology box. It's just writing for the sake of writing. Writing which I find fun, what about you?


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Keen observers will note that I haven't posted to this damn blog in something like 6 months. This was due to a combination of factors: social media fatigue, a lack of time & energy (having a second baby 7 months ago may have had something to do with it), and the sneaking suspicion that I'd run out of things to say.
I said to myself a while ago that it would really take something of monumental and singular significance to get me to dust off the blog again. And then one day recently that something arrived in my life, in the form of the immortal tankard of Paul Colman.
Paul's one of the keen planning minds at W+K London, and writes a blog that somehow combines insightful social observation, sport, and socks. Three years ago, Paul was given a german beer tankard as a gift. He wondered how far around the world it could go using only the tangled connections of the global plannersphere. And thus was born the tankard challenge.
Paul and I met once in London, although by the evidence we studiously avoided actually talking to each other (and yes, I'm carrying a baby in the picture – my daughter was 2 months old).
Now what's incredibly odd is that Paul seems to have come up with the idea for the tankard challenge on the exact same day that I met him. How's that for a meaningful coincidence?
Since that day, the tankard has spent the last 3 years wending its way around the globe, no doubt trying to find me, and arrived here a couple of weeks ago via Shanghai, Sydney, and New York. I received it from none other than the lovely and irrepressible Faris Yakob.
It couldn't have picked a nicer time to visit, as the Canadian fall colours were out in full force. We went for long walks to take it all in.


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A Local Action Group (LAG) helps coordinate the climate and energy strategies of its municipalities.
Projects & Practice
The Walloon RDP supports the provision of quality healthcare services for ageing inhabitants of rural areas in Belgium.
Promoting the sustainable management of small, privately owned forests. This is the winning initiative of the 2019 Rural Inspiration Awards in the 'LEADER' category.
An innovative concept to revitalise the city centre of an Austrian town by offering flexible rental options to pop up shops.
Supporting the preparatory work for the creation of a 41 km green lane linking up bends the Meuse river between the municipalities of Yvoir and Huy in Wallonia.
The Gasthof Bräu project has restored an old country inn to provide professional working spaces at the heart of a rural village.
A Finnish NGO used EAFRD funding in a transnational project to exchange and develop best practices for integrating immigrants and refugees in rural areas.


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The First Order are an ideological and vicious military organization dedicated to one thing: making the galaxy great again. But for whom? This week with guest Ross Brown of FanGirlBlog.com we look at how the First Order rose to be such a threat to the galaxy.
In the wake of the events in Charlottesville, VA – we thought it necessary to talk about a how cultural resentment and political ideology can fuse into a radical movement. The First Order seek to reclaim the glory, order and promise of the Empire. They capture the essence of neo-fascist movements across our own world, as well the chaos of nuclear proliferation by rogue states like North Korea.
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This policeman gave an unsuspecting lawyer a dose of his own medicine. When the defense attorney brought the officer's integrity into question during a cross examination for a felony trial, the officer had the best comeback EVER:
Q: "Officer — did you see my client fleeing the scene?"
A: "No sir. But I subsequently observed a person matching the description of the offender, running several blocks away.
Q: "Officer — who provided this description?"
A: "The officer who responded to the scene."
Q: "A fellow officer provided the description of this so-called offender. Do you trust your fellow officers?"
A: "Yes, sir. With my life."
Q: "With your life? Let me ask you this then officer. Do you have a room where you change your clothes in preparation for your daily duties?"
A: "Yes sir, we do!"
Q: "And do you have a locker in the room?"
A: "Yes sir, I do."
Q: "And do you have a lock on your locker?"
A: "Yes sir."
Q: "Now why is it, officer, if you trust your fellow officers with your life, you find it necessary to lock your locker in a room you share with these same officers?"
A: "You see, sir — we share the building with the court complex, and sometimes lawyers have been known to walk through that room."
Everyone in the courtroom immediately started laughing out loud and cheering for the officer. The judge was forced to call a recess after the event. What a beautiful thing!
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I know the weather's now getting a bit warmer, so the season of soups and stews is now something that we're starting to leave behind.. but personally I think that ratatouille amazing whatever the weather! I remember that it was something that my mum used to make to go with her dinner all of the time when I was a kid and I always imagined that it would be something that I wouldn't really like- I think maybe because of al of the different veggies crammed in there. However, to my great surprise, since taking my first bite of a ratatouille, I discovered that I absolutely LOVE the stuff! I don't know what it is exactly about it, but it just tastes so delicious with, like everything! It's really simple and fuss free to make, but is still absolutely packed full of flavour. It's also a really good way to use up any left over vegetables that you might have lying around in the fridge, because you can pretty much add anything to it and just use whatever it is that you have.
Some of my favourite ways to serve this are with a nice fillet of oven baked fish, like salmon or by adding in some king prawns and paring with some rice or cauliflower rice. I also love to cook up a large batch of it, to last me for future meals later on in the week. It's such an easy thing to prepare in bulk and you can then just pop it into a container in the fridge and reheat it whenever you want to- it also tastes so yummy cold as well!
This ratatouille recipe does have a slightly more unusual twist to it however. I've actually added in some squares of raw chocolate here; which, I know might sound a little bit peculiar, but don't knock it until you've tried it, trust me! The rich undertones from the cacao, add an incredible depth of flavour into the tomato sauce and it just creates a really delicious and unique version of the classic dish. The chocolate that I've used in this recipe, is of course the amazing Well + Happy chocolate, that I've been absolutely obsessing over lately! I pretty much love every single product of theirs, but in particular the Midnight chocolate bar- which is their highest cacao percentage chocolate bar. Since really getting into raw chocolate, I've become a huge fan of really dark chocolate blends and love 80% and above cacao chocolate- it honestly doesn't taste anywhere near as bitter as I anticipated that it would!
Cacao infused ratatouille
- Ingredients:
- 1 can of chopped tomatoes 100g chestnut mushrooms 1/2 medium sized aubergine 1 red onion
- 2 tbsp tomato puree
- 2 cloves of garlic
- 1 courgette
- Handful of green beans Sea salt and pepper 1/2 can of water
- 2 squares of Well & Happy Midnight chocolate
- Dice the onion and add this into a pan with a little oil. Cook the onion on a medium heat until it starts to soften.
- Crush in the garlic cloves and sauté this until fragrant.
- Chop the aubergine and courgettes into bite-sized pieces and add these into the pan to soften slightly.
- Pour in the chopped tomatoes and fill the can half way with water, then add this into the pan also. Stir in the tomato puree. Slice the mushrooms and pop these into the pan, as well as the green beans and allow to simmer for around 20 minutes.
- Season to taste with salt and pepper and continue to cook until the aubergine is nice and soft- around another 15-20 minutes.
- Finally, once all of the veggies are cooked through and the sauce has thickened a little, pop in the two squares of chocolate and stir these through as they melt into the mixture. Serve with some rice/cauliflower rice and additional protein if you would like.


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Ali Modu Sheriff, the former governor of Borno State who is alleged to be funding the violent Boko Haram militancy in the Northeast, arrived in the state capital today with over 200 soldiers in his convoy.
He was in town to pay a condolence visit on a friend who lost his mother.
Mr. Sheriff ignited a political firestorm only last week when he showed up in meetings in Chad with President Goodluck Jonathan and his Chadian counterpart, Idris Derby.
That revelation brought the Nigerian president under a serious political backlash. The public outcry forced Mr. Jonathan to declare publicly he will not interfere with the investigation of Mr. Sheriff by the State Security Services.
Mr. Sheriff's foray into Maiduguri in stunning force following his arrival on a private jet shocked residents who were suddenly swamped by a massive convoy of soldiers, making many to speculate that the Chief of Defense Staff, Alex bade, was in town.
Mr. Sheriff made the even more astonishing announcement to close pals that he was merely visiting an associate, Kassim Imam, who lost his mother a few days ago.
Analysts say Mr. Sheriff's possession and open demonstration of such lavish federal force and protection reopens the question as to his real relationship with Mr. Jonathan, and the future of any investigation of the sponsors of Boko Haram.
Some Maiduguri residents and political observers expressed surprise about Mr. Sheriff's huge convoy in view of Mr. Jonathan's denials. They wondered why 200 soldiers that should be fighting against Boko Haram, the sect Sheriff is allegedly funding, should instead be protecting him.
Efforts to obtain comments from presidential spokesman Reuben Abati, who issued a statement denying that Mr. Sheriff was in Chad with Mr. Jonathan, met with failure.


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WHITMAN — A federal grant will help the Whitman Fire Department buy new breathing equipment.
The department said it got a $233,000 grant from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) last week and the money will be used to help replace 36 self-contained breathing apparatus that are more than 18 years old.
The department said the grant will cover 95 percent of the cost of the new equipment and they will pay the remaining $11,657.
"This will be a huge help in replacing some of our oldest breathing equipment, which is nearly 20 years old. We actually just took 15 spare air tanks out of service due to age, so this grant came at the perfect time," Whitman Fire Chief Timothy Grenno said in a statement. "We strive to provide our firefighters with the best equipment and being able to replace these devices will go toward that goal."
The grant came from the Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program run by FEMA. Grant applications are scored by a group of dozens of firefighters that volunteer to assist FEMA with the program. Money is awarded to the best scored grants until the all the available funds are dispensed.
"One of the things that makes it popular is that your application is actually reviewed and scored by other firefighters, not politicians or bureaucrats," said Dave Parr, a regional fire programs specialist for FEMA.
Fire departments can secure money for a number of needs including protective gear, firefighting equipment, radios, vehicle extraction tools and training. The grant program started in 2001.
Parr said the program was prompted in part by a 1999 warehouse fire in Worcester that killed six firefighters and communication issues that occurred between fire and police departments in New York City during the September 11 attacks. Parr said it's part of a FEMA national emergency preparedness initiative.
"It helps fire departments get the equipment and training they need to be better prepared and to fill in the funding stream gap that cities and towns can't afford," Parr said.


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Chicagoan currently studying magazine journalism at Columbia College. My strong opinions and respect for music aids in creating the desire to write about it, and I'm certain my life's headed in this direction. Otherwise, I spend a lot of time with books and people.I appreciate people who have extensive knowledge of Harry Potter, something near and dear to my heart.
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Wednesday, 25 April 2012
Lesson 8 - Chikan embroidery sal
Now I'll sit back and would like to watch your progress and completed projects. Feel free to leave your opinion, suggestions, criticism….either in the comments form or send an e-mail to me. I hope you'll come and say hi to me whenever you have time…
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- crazyQstitcher said...
Thank you Anita for the last lesson.
I will begin tomorrow and let you know when I have completed the course.
- 25 April 2012 at 16:21
Mixed feeling of accomplishment and nostalgia.
Thanks for taking us through the intricacies of Chikankari. Thanks for your time and God Bless.
- 25 April 2012 at 19:35
- letslearnembroidery said...
This class is indeed useful.I'd learnt alot.Unfortunately, I'd just finished lesson 3.Will post it soon on my blog.
- 25 April 2012 at 20:03
- Mary Sawyer said...
Thank you so much for these lessons. I am only on lesson 3, but plan on finishing in the next few weeks.
- 26 April 2012 at 07:50
- Connie Eyberg Originals said...
Thank you Anita. I just finished and posted my photos at http://ceoriginals.blogspot.com/2012/04/chikan-embroidery-sal-completed.html
I really enjoyed learning from you. Your instructions were very clear and complete. It has also been a pleasure corresponding with you. Keep in touch! I'll be checking in on you both on your blog and on Stitchin Fingers.
- 28 April 2012 at 01:16
- deanna7trees said...
thank you, Anita, for this wonderful experience. I have learned some new stitches that I know I will use in the future. I'm working on the last lesson and will post it when it is finished.
- 28 April 2012 at 01:54
- Zova creations said...
thanks anitha for the effort u have taken..done the last lesson ..posted in my blog..pls check ..
- 28 April 2012 at 13:20
- Sandy said...
Something I found useful in learning the wave-stitch: work a sample counting threads, instead of having the grid drawn on your fabric. Thus, if your "grid" is 6x6 threads (must be an even number), come up thru the fabric, stitch straight up (or down) over 6 threads, down thru fabric, stitch over 6 threads to the side by 3 up (or down), come up thru fabric, repeat. This helped me with the offset-by-half diagonal part of the stitch; I'll post a couple pictures when I post my work.
- 29 April 2012 at 00:38
- Suztats said...
My friend, Shirl, was up for a visit, saw my Chikan Embroidery, and fell in love with it's pattern and stitches!
I have thoroughly enjoyed this course, and I have loved learning new stitch techniques, and finding how relaxing it is to embroider.
Thank you so very much for sharing your knowledge with us, and bringing the beauty of Chikan Embroidery to everyone!
Although I have fallen a little behind, I hope to complete the lesson in the next few days.
- 1 May 2012 at 23:02
- Suztats said...
Hi Anita, just posting the link to my blog post completing lesson 7. I'm looking forward to lesson 8 (I'm catching up) and plan to stitch it tonight.
I've so enjoyed learning some Chikan Embroidery techniques. Thank you so much for sharing your skills and knowledge!
- 2 May 2012 at 02:55
- crazyQstitcher said...
Hi Anita, my work is completed and posted at
I will most likely frame the work.
I'm so pleased you offered the SAL and appreciate the time and effort taken to organize it.
The lessons were clear and easy to follow.
I have enjoyed seeing work by others through the comments.
I will be dropping in to enjoy what you are doing and hope we may keep in touch.
- 2 May 2012 at 03:15
Thanks Anita for these lessons;
I just finished;
I enjoyed learning from you these new stitches.
- 3 May 2012 at 19:05
- RajiSaj said...
Dear Anita,
Here s my completed motif, http://threadwithme.blogspot.in/2012/05/chickan-embroidery-sal-last-lesson.html
Plz hav a look at it wen time allows.
Thank u
- 5 May 2012 at 11:20
My completed motif is at:
I'll add links to the stitches to each post later, but for now - for now, I'm going to run 'round the web looking at everyone else's stitchery!
This was a very good class, Anita, thank you, and I'll be looking forward to anything else you teach!
- 6 May 2012 at 01:09
- Magia dos bordados said...
Anita, Amei seu Blog. Seus trabalhos são lindos. Vou começar a bordar e depois lhe apresento o resultado.
Se tiver um tempinho me visite.
Abraços, Algecira
- 7 May 2012 at 19:14
- Anita said...
Algecira-Muito obrigado por visitar o meu blog e comentários agradáveis.vai visitar o seu blog em breve.
- 7 May 2012 at 22:53
- Diane said...
Just finished and posted a photo on my blog. Thank you Anita for a great experience. Your lessons were very clear well paced. I hope at some point you will will create another stitch-along.
Diane in Ontario
- 9 May 2012 at 05:08
- uma srinivasan said...
Just one minute before I finished,Thank u Anita .I will take a photo and post it as soon as possible.
- 11 May 2012 at 18:59
Thank u Anita, I enjoyed the course,
the embroidery looks very beauty, i am a beginner :-)(sorry i don`t have a blog, for a photo)
- 19 May 2012 at 20:49
- Leelagovind said...
iam new in blogging..so really missed your chikenkari tute :((..now on i will often visit here to learn more from you..
- 20 May 2012 at 20:03
- Leelagovind said...
once i thought i was unlucky but lucky..thank you anita for sharing the knowledge with me..iam also posting my link for everybody's view..
- 23 August 2012 at 11:43
- Shami Immanuel said...
Hi Anita
I am back with my chikan work. here is the link:
please tell me which color lining should I use for this pink color to show the shadow work.
Waiting for your comments and suggestions.
- 21 September 2012 at 17:21
- nancie said...
Hi Anita,
Thanks for ur wonderful opportunity to learn chikan work....this was indeed a wonderful experience...pls do visit my blog..because ur comments are valuable for me...
- 29 October 2012 at 12:35
- Shami Immanuel said...
Anita I am here to show you the chikan embroidered neck portion of my kurti. Here it is:
Have a look.
- 15 November 2012 at 16:58
un lucky me missed your registration time. any will try my best to do this. just one Q. what material do you sue to do this work?
- 29 January 2013 at 11:36
- Anita said...
@ Anonymous- You can use any transparent light weight cotton or synthetic fabric.
- 30 January 2013 at 08:25
- Shami Immanuel said...
Once again I am here to show u my new chikan embroidered swan.
The link is:
Thanks for the tutorials. Waiting for more SAL.
- 15 July 2013 at 16:31
Hi I am Samira, loved ur work. I want to ask you that the wave filling stitch which u have shown in lesson no 8 is also called as jaali work in chikankari?
- 4 February 2015 at 09:01
- Anita said...
@ Samira - Yes,it is...
- 4 February 2015 at 13:58
- swathy said...
hey Anita,liked the detailed teaching of this stitch:would like to learn all of it. Will you be able to mail the list of materials and the links for all your sessions now?
- 6 April 2016 at 12:10
- Anita said...
@ Swathy - all the lessons are poster under label - chikan embroidery . You will need sheer cotton like muslin ,organdy etc or synthetic fabric, embroidery floss ,hoop and needles.
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I look at Molly sometimes and wonder how the hell she ever raced professionally. Besides the fact that she is incredibly stubborn and has the attention span of a hummingbird on meth, she seems to like the idea of going for outings more than the actual outings. When you get her somewhere, she seems content to walk for about 15 minutes and then she's done, even though she acts completely insane in the house when she thinks she's going out.
When we got her in the dog park and enthusiastically told her to go run, she looked at us like we were complete morons. Eric and I started sprinting back and forth in the field to try to encourage her to run, but the most we could get out of her was a reluctant trot. And it's like, I know it's colder than Frosty's b-hole, but Molly you are a GREYHOUND for God's sake! She kept going to the gate to try to see if she could leave, so Eric and I devised a scheme to get her to run. One of us would take her to the opposite end of the field and hold her, while the other person would sprint to the gate and then yell "Bye Molly!" Whoever was holding her at the end of the field would let her go, and she would haul ass to the other person since she thought she was going to go back to the car. I am quite sure we both looked like complete idiots to anyone passing by. We did that back and forth for about 30 minutes, and even in the 32 degree, snowy weather I was getting sweaty! I'm pretty sure I got more exercise than Molly, though of the 3 of us I need it the most!
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I have been concerned this week about my knee. Ever since our run Sunday, I've had this painful pinching sensation in my right knee. It really hurts during bending motions like walking up the stairs, or going into a squat mode to sit down. It was definitely pinching and hurting when we were horsing around at the dog park today, and I am hoping that it rights itself before my half marathon in a couple of weeks. I'm sure it will, but it's definitely worrisome. I honestly think it has more to do with my yard projects last week more than it did our short run, especially since I was using the shovel a lot and digging up dead rose bushes/planting apple trees. Ah well.
The next few days are going to be quite cold! We're supposed to get down in the teens, but hopefully Eric and I will be able to keep getting out for some walks and exercise! It really has been nice going for so many outdoor walks and runs!


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In this short article you will find everything you need to know to travel to Machu Picchu, so pay attention and follow these RESPONSible tips so that your trip will go smoothly.
Seasons. From April to October is the dry season with clear skies, while from November on clouds appear and strong rain showers start in late December until March, producing landslides on the road that can become problematic.
Time. The tour to Machu Picchu lasts a whole day. We suggest taking the earliest train to Aguas Calientes to seize the day and avoid crowds. An even better option is leaving in the afternoon and sleeping in Aguas Calientes, so that you take the climb up to Machu Picchu the following day in the early morning. Another alternative is sleeping in Ollantaytambo and leaving early the next day.
Tickets. Buy tickets in advance as they are highly demanded. Consider that there are different types of tickets that include Huayna Picchu, Machu Picchu Mountain and another that only includes the citadel.
Trains. There are different types of trains to different tariffs to travel to Machu Picchu. They leave from the train station of Cusco, Poroy and Ollantaytambo. The companies are Peru Rail and Inca Rail. Another local train exists with special prices only for Peruvians.
Bus. You can take the 30-minute bus-ride up to Machu Picchu from Aguas Calientes. The busses leave from 5:30am. However, you can also walk up.
Trekking. For those that want to arrive by foot, the routes to get to Machu Picchu are the Inca Trail, the Salkantay Trek and the Coffee Trail. You should always go with good guides and reserve your spot months in advance.
Car. Plan the way to the train station by car to not be late.
Clothing and accessories. Carry only a few things, only the necessities. A lightweight jacket, sunscreen, a hat, insect repellent, a camera, water bottle (…).
Guide. Hire a good guide, preferably by recommendation, to ensure a tour with valuable and accurate information on the citadel. In the same Machu Picchu it is also possible to get a guide, who usually charges between 30 and 60 dollars. All programs of RESPONS include a well-trained guide.
Lunch and drinks. It is recommended to buy food and drinks in the town of Aguas Calientes before you go up to Machu Picchu, because up there the prices are much higher. There is a restaurant; however it is very expensive, which is why we recommend taking our lunch box if you are going with us.
At RESPONS we recommend to take a break in Cusco for those who just arrived to acclimatize a little and avoid altitude sickness. To go to Machu Picchu (2400m) on your own, you have the advantage of managing your schedule and adjust the itinerary at any time, though you must deal with all the logistical issues: Coordinating the hotel shuttle to the train station, buying train tickets, the bus to Machu Picchu, the entrance ticket for Machu Picchu and the return.
Where to Stay
• Hands-down, the best place to stay in Aguas Calientes is the Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo Hotel, where I spent two nights. It's a sprawling resort set on the edge of town, away from the crowds and abutting the forest. Actually, this Inkaterra hotel feels like it's in the forest: narrow stone paths cut through thick greenery, leading you past colorful birds and up to white adobe casitas covered by thatched roofs. The spacious rooms feel very local and come with fireplaces to warm up the Andean highland evenings. Public spaces include cozy alcoves and a warm ambience that extends to the staff. The price includes a full breakfast buffet and excellent dinners, as well as a choice of several excursions with the resort's naturalists.
• For something more affordable, check out El MaPi, also an Inkaterra property with a casual vibe in "downtown" Aguas Calientes.
• You could also spend the night at the Machu Picchu gates. The appeal is obvious: to be one of the first ones in and last ones out, with no long bus lines. But to do that, you have only one option: the small Belmond Sanctuary Lodge (Belmond is Orient-Express's new hotel brand). And as you might imagine, it's not cheap. Most room prices are in the four figures.
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News broke mid-afternoon that Charles Woodson is out for 6-weeks due to a broken collarbone, the same collarbone he broke in Super Bowl XLV. It'd be fair to think that replacing an 8-time Pro Bowler, 2009 Defensive MVP, and a pure playmaker in the secondary would be difficult for a defense fresh off putting together one of the worst statistical seasons ever for a collective defense. Amazingly, that's not the case with this new and young defense.
At age 36, there is no denying the fact that Woodson has lost a step. Because of this, he moved to safety in the base defense and plays the slot in sub-packages. His savviness, game knowledge, and veteran leadership have enabled him to seamlessly make this transition. But, his stats bear out the fact he's not the player he once was.
In the 7 games so far, Woodson has only 1 INT, 1 FF, and 1.5 sacks. His tackling numbers are consistent with years past, though he has more assisted tackles this year already than all of last year. These numbers support what the eye can see. He's simply not the playmaker we've grown accustomed to over these past seven seasons. And he's been getting called for holding and clutching WR's like he hasn't in years past.
In Woodson's place will slide a number of young and talented DB's. In the base package, you can expect more Jerron McMillian and M.D. Jennings, the same safeties that take over in the sub-packages. McMillian is the more willing tackler of the two and has already shown a knack for being strong in run support. I expect to see more of McMillian in the base for this reason.
In sub-packages, which the Packers play greater than two-thirds of the plays, the Packers are sitting pretty with four young players that have proven they belong: Tramon Williams, Sam Shields, Casey "All I Do Is Catch Interceptions" Hayward, and Davon House. Of course, Williams will man the outside along with Shields when he returns. Hayward will get the nod for Woodson's role. This is a fitting replacement given Casey's knack for the ball. And when the Pack go dime, they still bring in Davon House – who very well could be the starting CB in place of Shields had he not gotten injured. In his first game back, House showed well last weekend with strong, physical play, and showing mostly tight coverage. Needless to say, the Packers are well-stocked with four players that could all start for many NFL teams.
The biggest unknown will be how much Woodson factored into getting the defense aligned pre-snap. It will be incumbent upon Morgan Burnett and Tramon Williams to become the vocal leaders in the defensive backfield.
It is also worth noting that the Packers' schedule sets up nicely for the six games Woodson will miss. Two games remain before the bye week. Both at home, against offensively challenged teams. Off the bye, the Packers travel to play the free-falling Detroit Lions. The toughest game will be the following weekend at NYG. But then, the sixth week is a home game against the Vikes, who also have challenges in the passing game. If the original prognosis is true, the Packers are well positioned to handle these next six games.
Let's be clear: Charles Woodson is a special player that, even at an advanced age, brings a lot to the table that cannot be replaced. He's a pro's pro and the veteran leader on a young team. Though he's lost a step, he's savvy and has made game-changing plays few others could make. But, with a stable of young talent in the defensive backfield, the Packers are well-positioned to handle the six weeks without their defensive leader.


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In 2009, Mumford & Sons released "Little Lion Man" with a number of F bombs. A "socially acceptable" version received far more exposure, but most fans of the band heard the song in its unedited form. Well, the band did experience some success, right?
KNESSET and Chester Endersby Gwazda are two current entries in the F Bomb arena.
KNESSET identifies itself as being from Phoenix, but is currently based in Los Angeles. The members are E. Fox (Guitar, Vox), E. Graf (Bass), M. Bell (Drums, Percussion), and M. Manger (Mallet Percussion, Rhodes). The song "RVRSE" contains a number of the F bombs. But we have been semi-obsessed with the song for a month and haven't turned to drugs or a life of crime. Therefore, we have reached the appropriate comfort level in recommending this song to others.
"RVRSE" by KNESSET – currently a FLR download (Free, Legal and Recommended)
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Dan Deacon "America"
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Cloud Nothings "Cloud Nothings"
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On Wednesday, May 16, the Senate Governance & Finance Committee held a hearing on the latest iteration of a tax on services bill, SB 993. Due in part to the fantastic response to our call to action last week and the many calls that our Members, both current and former, made to Committee members in opposition, Chairman McGuire and the other members of the Committee were not supportive of SB 993. While a discussion did take place, it did so without a vote. CSEA's Legislative Advocate Jennifer Tannehill attended the hearing on behalf of CSEA, and along with representatives from many trade associations in California, spoke in opposition to the bill.
Despite not having the votes to pass, the hearing on SB 993 was an extension of good faith by Chair McGuire who wanted to accommodate Senator Hertzberg's desire to begin an "extended discussion" on what modern tax reform would look like in California. Senator Hertzberg's main argument centered on the notion that a tax on services would better align California's tax system with the growth of our economy, because the increase in the cost of services is proportional to the growth of the economy more so than the increase in the cost of products. He also argued that a larger dependency on service tax revenue, instead of income tax revenue, was an effective way to diminish the effects of volatility in our economy. The Berggruen Institute, which has been assisting on the bill, even put together a video to demonstrate Hertzberg's argument, which can be seen here .
Moving forward, Chairman McGuire has committed to an informational hearing scheduled for Wednesday, June 13, with panels of support and opposition. The CA Department of Tax & Fee Administration (CDTFA, formerly BOE) will also be there to "take a deep dive" into a tax on services and discuss how the state would administer such a tax. We are confident that we will be well prepared to continue to address this issue in the future, thanks to our strong coalition and our motivated and responsive Members.


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I have been so very lucky to meet a wonderful artist who has captured the plays of Shakespeare in a way unique to anything I've ever seen. (examples are below) As with Shakespeare, Jane Tomlinson was born and raised in Straford-upon-Avon. "The Bard has always been a towering figure in my life; his influence permeated my childhood," she says. To mark the 400th anniversary … Continue reading


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It's hard to keep a committed relationship together especially when you have so many outside influences.
Last night during the NBA Finals game 7, NBA star Nick Young announced his split with longtime girlfriend rapper Iggy Azalea.
More information has been revealed about what really caused the couple that were planning to get married later this year to break up.
Apparently, Nick Young got his baby mama pregnant again.
The Shade Room is reporting, Nick Young was caught creeping with his baby mama, Keonna Necole. As a matter of fact he got Keonna pregnant again.
A source claims Keonna isn't far along in her pregnancy, and is delighted to be having a second child by Nick.
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Can anyone enlighten me as I am due to go to the Rheumy clinic tomorrow and over the last couple of weeks, i have been having flushes but not sure if this is related to RA or if it is my imagination. I am in between meds at the moments as Hydroxy made me feel ill so only taking Arcoxia and had steriod injection 8 weeks ago. I am feeling pretty awful at the moment anyway with sore wrists, stiff fingers painful joints etc and also pain in ankles. I will be glad to get back to the clinic to see if they can start me on stronger meds as I feel dreadful. The fatigue is one of the worst things about it but can't explain to anyone as they don't really understand. I have also got someone in work who suffers with Osteo and she is mirroring my symptoms now which is really annoying. I am not talking to her about it any more, as eveytime i am in her vicinity she starts rubbing her wrists.
Sorry to go on but on final question, is it difficult to sleep properly at night with RA as over the last few weeks i have been unable to sleep and keep waking up every couple of hours which is really frustrating but don't know why. don't want to embarras myself at the clinic tomorrow if these symptoms are my imagination. I am quite new to RA as only diagnosed in July.


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Designing with Materials in Mind
I recently listened to an interview with Phil Reed, CEO of Steve Jackson that you can find here.
During the lengthy interview, Phil brings up the concept of designing with material costs in mind. In essence, he argues that when designing a game to start by researching and keeping a running total of the component costs and use this background information to dictate what components to include in a game based on the prince point you are aiming for.
Wow, did I wish I had heard of this before I started designing games!
It seems like a common sense notion, but it is not…at least for me. I did not price out components prior to beginning the game design process. For Crop Cycle, I knew I wanted to make a smaller game than Centaurus (i.e not miniatures, a game board, full-box, etc.), but I did not have an outline for exactly how small the game should be. With no previous games under my belt, I also did not have the background knowledge and experience that Phil Reed and other serial game publishers hold.
In hindsight, if I did it again I would begin with researching the manufacturing. The easiest way to get accurate information is to request a few quotes from manufacturers that provide component breakdowns (Panda Games and Wingo both provide this). Alternatively, ask around in game publishing circles such as the Facebook communities here and here.
What I did instead was use the prices of a print-on-demand service as an estimate for the relative differences in cost. For example, I assumed that the comparative difference in cost between cards and tokens when I approached a manufacturer. I did not ask for quotes until later in the process and failed to realize that the price differences of a Print-on-Demand service can vary wildly from a print-run manufacturer.
To use Crop Cycle as an example, the game uses small tokens to use both indicators and as a means of keeping score. For the prototype, I used Circle Shards from The Game Crafter. The cost was cheap and I naively assumed that the cost would be comparable when speaking with manufacturers.
This was a mistake.
It turned out that die-cut tokens can dramatically increase the cost of a project, particularly as some manufacturers lack the required machinery and will outsource the component to another factory. I would have known this if I asked for quotes from manufacturers at the outset rather than waiting around.
Of course, I am not recommending that you pester manufacturers with every conceivable piece component imaginable, but if you have a few manufacturers in mind, ask them for the component costs of common items such as cards, game boxes, dice, and tokens. Then, when you to sit to thrash out the finer points of your game, you will have a much better idea of the overall cost of manufacturing and whether adding an extra cards or dice will still keep the game within the price range you intend. Remember that the MSRP (price retailers sell the game for) is typically 4-5 times your production cost.
Give it a try. Once you have decided to take the leap from designing game to publishing, get your component costs down and then delve into designing your first foray into the world of publishing.
Additional Reading:
James Mathe, a serial kickstarter creator and experienced game publisher wrote three fantastic articles on speaking with manufacturers and the costs of game design. I recommend you read them all!
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There's a thing called Big Stick Ideology. It refers to U.S. President Theodore Roosevelt's famous statement on foreign policy: "I have always been fond of the West African proverb: 'Speak softly and carry a big stick; you will go far.'" Roosevelt's idea of negotiating peacefully but simultaneously threatening with the "big stick" (the military) has been one that the majority of US presidents have stuck closely to since Roosevelt was in office.
Anyway, what we're trying to say is that you never have to use your power when it is obvious that you have it!
That's why this deluxe Nightstick is so great. It is a black plastic accessory with a molded handle and strap for your wrist. Plus, it adds a touch of authenticity to your officer costume but it lets people know all on its own that you are not to be messed with.
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Michaela Flanagan's daughter, Ciara, was diagnosed with a childhood cancer called neuroblastoma when she was just 12 weeks old. Ciara was immediately put on an aggressive treatment regimen and underwent two strenuous operations and eight bouts of powerful chemotherapy. Throughout her first 12 months of life, Ciara spent half of it in hospital…
How did you feel when you received the news that Ciara had neuroblastoma?
Devastated. No-one wants to hear their child has cancer, and she was so tiny. I was really lost with it all until I knew her treatment plan - I could then focus on the next step, rather than think too much about the bigger picture.
What was it like to be the parent of a baby who was so seriously ill?
Your life changes - you live minute to minute, you don't get to 'enjoy' her being a baby and that is something you can never get back.
Throughout it all though we knew how lucky we were, as she had a good chance of survival and that is more than many kids get. I can still remember just after Ciara was diagnosed, the other parents told me that soon enough this would all become 'normal' and I can remember thinking that I never want this to become 'normal', but it did, despite the fact I didn't want it to.
How did a baby as young as Ciara cope with her illness and the treatment?
She has never known any other life, so for her she just got on with it. She has an amazing tolerance for pain and discomfort and that has continued until this day.
She took a long time to reach some of the standard milestones, like rolling over and sitting, but other than that she was amazing. Throughout it all you usually didn't have to try too hard to get a smile... if you couldn't you knew something was very wrong.
How did you cope, and get through it all?
My husband and I got through it as a unit. Our doctor once called us 'team Ciara' and that is most definitely what we were. We also had amazing family support and a group of friends that we could not have done it without. From helping us with our son to distracting me from what was going on, they were always there and a big part of why we came out the other end much stronger people for it.
When you found out Ciara was in remission, what went through your mind?
I was numb for a while... it had consumed so much of my energy that I didn't know what to feel. I didn't know how we were going to move onto the next step, but obviously I was incredibly grateful that she had made it to that point, and whilst I don't think I will ever relax completely it was a great end to a chapter in our lives I don't care to repeat.
What are the aims behind your website, Neuroblastoma Australia?
Our website, which was inspired by Sienna Hoffmann who lost her battle to this disease when she was two and a half years old, is a joint effort with her mum, Lucy Jones.
We aim to raise awareness for neuroblastoma, offer a place where parents and families can find relevant information, it's a place where we are starting to build a community, and it's somewhere we can also highlight our fundraising efforts, which are all donated to Children's Cancer Institute Australia's (CCIA) research into neuroblastoma.
We believe that through research we will find a cure for this disease, and that will mean no little people have to go through this.
We try to act as a place where they can find information on both the disease and some basic hints of how to deal with the initial hospital stays and such. We act as a contact point (via Facebook) where people can connect or ask questions, and we have also tried to put people in touch with the right medical professionals when required.
What activities do you do within the community to raise awareness of neuroblastoma?
There are currently two major initiatives that we do during the year to raise awareness and funds for CCIA's neuroblastoma research: Sienna's Annual Gala Dinner, which is held in the first quarter of the year, and the Rozelle & Balmain Family Fun Day, which is usually held each October.
We are also planning the first Neuroblastoma Awareness Day for Australia, and it will be held on 2nd February 2013 at Sydney Park. This event will also extend to other parts of Australia with people taking time out on the 2nd, or leading up to the Day, to do something; a daycare activity day, a cupcake stall… whatever they are able to manage to try and spread the message across the country.
Why is research into neuroblastoma so critical?
30 years ago neuroblastoma was virtually a death sentence. Today, the overall survival rate is 40-50%, and for intermediate-risk neuroblastoma, which is what Ciara had, kids have a really good chance.
Unfortunately high-risk disease still has not seen a great deal of improvement, but there are new treatments that are coming through, and with more funding - and more research - perhaps all kids will share the same story of survival.
Just one generation ago, I would have had to sit back and watch my baby die... it is research that has meant I have not had to do that, and it is only research that can turn the tide for high-risk patients.
What would you say to parents who are facing a battle with childhood cancer?
Learn quickly your limits, you can't be all things to all people and if help is offered you need to accept it, as the battle is long...
Arm yourself with information and do your best to try and take a break every now and then, if you can, as the hospital can become a very isolating place.
Reduce your expectations of yourself - being there for your child is as much as you can ask of yourself, and all they ask of you.
On Sunday, 21 October, the 2nd annual Rozelle & Balmain Family Fun Day will be held at King Georges Park, and aims to raise $50,000 for Children's Cancer Institute Australia (CCIA) to help save the lives of the 50% of children who do not survive neuroblastoma. The day is organised by Michaela Flanagan and her family and friends.
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If you're feeling like your food habits are not supporting the wellness you desire, the first place to look is your daily intake of sugar and processed foods. We all know this, but are you truly aware of how significant the affect these foods have on your brain and blood sugar? Putting down the salty potato chips, rich, chocolate-y brownies, flakey croissants, and sugar-laden drinks is not a matter of sheer will power. Regularly consuming these items triggers the sugar addiction cycle in the brain, and can spike and crash blood sugar, fighting against your best efforts.
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- Subject: [mg26983] Re: Multiple choice question
- From: "A. Ciarkowski" <aciark at ippt.gov.pl>
- Date: Tue, 30 Jan 2001 23:22:09 -0500 (EST)
- Sender: owner-wri-mathgroup at wolfram.com
I have just learnt from prof. J. Boersma how to properly perform analytic continuation of an integral understood in the sense of its principal value onto a complex plane with a cut. In view of his remarks, I must correct myself: the integral Integrate[ Exp[ I t 2 ]/(t - 1 - I), {t, 0, Infinity}] equals Exp[2 I - 2] ( Pi I - ExpIntegralEi[ 2 - 2 I] ), and hence the first result, Out[12], is correct. Adam


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In Kalin Matthew's world, elementals control the forces of nature. They are divided into four courts: air, woodland, fire, and water. At sixteen she will leave the life she's built with her mortal mother. Kalin will move to Avalon to rule with her father—the elemental king of the air court. Along the way, she's attacked by a fire court assassin and saved by Rowan, a swoon-worthy elemental with a questionable past.
Worst of all, she learns her father is missing.
To rescue him, Kalin will have to work with a judgmental council and a system of courts too busy accusing each other of deceit to actually be able to help her. But, they aren't her biggest challenge. With the Midwinter's Ball only five days away, Kalin must take over her father's duties, which includes shifting control of the elements—power Kalin has yet to realize.
As Rowan attempts to train her, a war looms between the four courts. If Kalin fails, her father will die and the courts will fall, but the betrayal she's about to uncover may cost her even more...
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I would to have the ability to control water. Water would be liquid, solid, and air.ReplyDelete
Earth. I mean, everything is within Earth isn't it? :)ReplyDelete
I'd choose water, because it's my favorite element, and also it's very useful, it can be liquid and solid, and it can win in a fight with other elements.ReplyDelete
- LorettaLynnMay 20, 2014 at 7:25 AM
Water :) That way we might get some rain around here.. lolReplyDelete
Difficult question. As soon as I think I have an answer, I change my mind. lol I think I'd choose water. Not sure why. ;)ReplyDelete
water because I've always had a fear of drowningReplyDelete
I would love to control water, then I could water my garden and fill the goat trough without dragging a hose across the pastureReplyDelete
I would choose water because water controls everything, including earth. Thank you for the wonderful giveaway.ReplyDelete
Air for SURE! That would be the best:DReplyDelete
I'd want air so I could fly :) Thanks for sharing!!!ReplyDelete
Fire. That would be very handy to be able to turn fire off and on when I felt like it. The Forest Service would love me.ReplyDelete
Water! Thanks for the giveaway!ReplyDelete
I've had this answer ready ever since I first watched Avatar the Last Airbender! I would love to control water, and I'm not entirely sure why, it just kinda speaks to me. Maybe in another life or another universe I could control water, who knows?ReplyDelete
Water would be my choice. No-- let me change that to AIR. I need to breathe.ReplyDelete
Earth- I love to garden so this is a natural for meReplyDelete
I would choose water. It has always been my element and where I have felt most comfortable!ReplyDelete
- AnonymousMay 21, 2014 at 11:45 AM
This is hard! I think water. So much power, and it just seems fun.ReplyDelete
It would be pretty badass to control fire! But I think I'd like to control earth so I could help plants grow.ReplyDelete
Fire-The main character in my soon to be pubbed YA, Going Down In Flames, can shoot fireballs. I'd really love to be able to do that.ReplyDelete
I would go with water because water is so comforting to me.ReplyDelete
I would like to control air because it is an element that it is in everywhere.ReplyDelete
Water, mostly just because I'm a Scorpio and have an affinity for water.ReplyDelete
I would control earth (that includes plants right?) because well, I've always seen that power as awesome after watching the old Batman's (Yep, Poison Ivy) and Sky High as a child. It's been a dream of mine. Also, this book looks awesome!ReplyDelete
I would choose earth! because I love nature ♥ReplyDelete


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West Branch Library Meeting Room B
Wednesday, June 26 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Jay from Purdue Extension will be teaching participants how to cook healthy and low-cost meals in the West Branch Library kitchen. Come learn and eat in this three-part series. Please register by calling the Purdue Extension office at 812.462.3371.


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We all know that having tons of LinkedIn connections does not make you an effective networker. The quantity of connections does not serve as the primary driver of networking efficacy. The nature of those connections matters. Researchers have compared two types of networkers for years. First, there are those that engage intensely in a closed network. They connect with others who share similar knowledge, expertise, and experience. In short, they stick to their silo. They aim to deepen their expertise in a particular field. Second, there are the brokers. These people are good at bridging among pools of people with different expertise. They help connect people in different closed networks. Brokers are incredibly important.
Who is the more effective networker - the person who builds connections with others to deepen their expertise in a particular area or the broker who bridges multiple silos? Ronald S. Burt and Jennifer Merluzzi have discovered that "network oscillation" actually proves to be the most effective networking strategy. They studied 350 investment bankers at one particular financial services firm, and they tracked them over four years. Here's an excerpt from a University of Chicago story about their research:
The short answer: the most-successful people take advantage of both systems—sometimes they broker, and other times they dive into closed networks. In fact, without this movement back and forth, their networks give them no advantage at all... Analyzing salary and bonus packages as well as year-end performance surveys proved revealing for Burt and Merluzzi. Bankers who were able to move between brokering and working in closed networks during the year reaped the greatest rewards. These individuals formed ties across the organization, gaining access to new projects and opportunities. But once they found an opportunity, they quit brokering and engaged deeply in their new project. When that project ended, they once again tapped into their broad network of contacts at the firm to find the next interesting project. Swinging between working intensely on a project and networking more widely did have a cost: these bankers sometimes saw their reputations suffer while they were on the bench. But the hit was temporary. And the compensation data show that these oscillating bankers made the most money over time.


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Razer Phone will see camera improvements over the next few weeks
Razers CEO Min-Liang Tan has published a post on Facebook about the future of the Razer Phones camera app and performance. In our review, we didnt find that the Razers camera did as well as it could have, and most of the shortcomings that we found were software related.
The Facebook post mentions that Razer is focused now on improving the experience of the software. Starting with the app itself Razer will push an update via the Play Store in the near term that will improve the performance of the camera app. This is followed by updated in the shutter speed, low-light performance, and other optimizations, which will be progressively updated (also via the Play Store) over the coming weeks.
Razer plans to add the following features as part of its next major camera app release: a new Instazoom button which will help quickly jump to the telephoto lens for better zoom performance. Min-Liang Tan says this feature was widely requested by many reviewers. Also, Razer says it will very likely add 4X slow motion video recording.
As for updates coming with the Android Oreo update, Razer will add portrait mode, 60fps video recording, and more general speed improvements in the later half of Q1 2018.
Razer is still brand new to the smartphone business, but its great to see that the company appreciates and values feedback from customers, reviewers, and fans alike.
Reader comments
- AnonD-660035
Maybe you should better donate this money and do some better things with it than funding shareholders with useless consumption.
- 24 Nov 2017
- gBq
You can use Pixel camera app right now and get a much better postprocessing. No need to wait. Still even with better post, the camera is really mediocre at best.
- 23 Nov 2017
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I would have trade off all the three cameras for a lower price and a 3.5mm headphone jack. Just absolute gaming phone. The headphone jack is if I wanted to game in silence and not wanting to disturb the peace around
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Monday, October 15, 2007
Wikis and Legal Agreements
Well someone is crazier than me. Tractis.com has set up a library of legal agreements, using wikis to draft them. They have also layered on document management and signature tracking.
Like a good crash test dummy, I signed up and used one of their templates to draft a Non-Disclosure Agreement [Free Registration Required]. Feel free to edit my agreement. Interesting exercise, but I do not think I will be drafting agreements this way.
But individual clauses for agreements? That could done with a wiki.
I have a leasing clause library sitting in a folder in my document management system. I have been toying with the idea of putting each clause into a separate wiki page. You could add a description of uses for the clause, issues to watch out for and links to other related clauses.
I should warn you that Tractis is a Spanish company and most of the agreements are in Spanish. Despite several years of people trying to teach me Spanish, I can't do much with it except to point out that my pencil is yellow.
Thanks to Matt Homann for pointing this out.
the [non]billable hour: Web 2.0 Replaces Lawyers Again?
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Hi Doug,ReplyDelete
This is David Blanco, part of the "crazy" team behind Tractis :).
Just wanted to let you know that we plan to add new features for individual clauses. It'll work in a very similar manner to your idea: one wiki-page per clause. Also, you will be able to incorporate those clauses into your (template) agreements just by writing down the URL clause between square brackets. For example: "[https://www.tractis.com/contracts/46464646]" will transform into the actual clause.
This way you can write down several contract templates including just "[link]" after "[link]". When one of the clauses change, you won't have to update each and every contract template, just the source clause, and Tractis will take care of the rest.
Thanks for your interest in Tractis. Your feedback is very much appreciated.


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APS – December 26th, 2017.
ALGIERS- Algeria's agricultural production covers 70% of food needs and the challenge now consists in targeting strategic fields to meet the needs for staple foods, reduce imports and revive exports, announced the Secretary General of at the Ministry of Agriculture, Rural Development and Fishing, Belkacem Chadi.
"Algeria currently covers over 70% of its needs for food through domestic production. Surplus in production also enabled Algeria to be present on the international market of dates, olive oil, vegetable products, potatoes and fruits," said Chadi at the panel on agriculture and food-processing held on the side-lines of the 26th Algerian Production Food.
According to the same official, the reforms launched by the ministry in the last two decades, as part of various five-year economic growth programmes, allowed the sector to achieve "very encouraging" results.
While presenting the report on the sector's achievements between 2000 and 2016, Chadi stated that the production of cereals increased from 9.3 million quintals in 2000 to 34.3 million quintals in 2016, up by 268%.
The national production of cereals hiked from 4.86 million quintals to 19.3 million quintals (+298%) while soft wheat production increased from 2.7 million quintals to 5.02 million quintals, up by 83%.
As for tomato meant for processing, its production rose from 4.7 million quintals to 12.3 million quintals (+160%) while vegetable products upped from 33.08 million quintals to 1.1.03 million quintals.
Regarding potato, production increased from 12.07 million quintals to 47.8 million quintals between the two comparison periods while dates hiked from 3.6 million quintals to 10.2 million quintals, up by 182%.
The production of meat also upped from 2.5 million quintals to 5.3 million quintals (+ 114%) while white meats increased from 1.9 million quintals in 2000 to 5.1 million quintals in 2016.
As regards milk, 3.5 million litres were produced in 2016 against 1.5 million litres in 2000 (+127%).
Other products also hiked in terms of quantities, including eggs (+ 231%), oats (+ 783%), fodder (+ 987%), pulses (+ 241%), tobacco (+ 38%), onions (+ 383%) and viticulture (+180%).
Nevertheless, this production momentum must be strengthened through processing, storage and cold storage capacities, particularly for fruits and vegetables.
Besides, the value of agricultural production reached more than DZD 3,000 billion in 2016, i.e. nearly USD 30 billion, against DZD 359 billion (USD 5 billion) in 2000.
Agriculture currently contributes with 12 to the GDP against 8% in 2000, stated the same official.
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