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|Getting that diploma
|Can you see him (second from left in the back)
|With his parents and grandpa, I love the laughs!
|These two helped out get through the Academy. They are amazing!
|Woo hoo! I'm jumping for joy!
|Getting that diploma
|Can you see him (second from left in the back)
|With his parents and grandpa, I love the laughs!
|These two helped out get through the Academy. They are amazing!
|Woo hoo! I'm jumping for joy!
|Making a bunch of breakfast sandwiches for Matt's last two weeks of school.
I made like 12 of them. Wrapped each in a paper towel and then put in a ziploc and froze.
|The ripple blanket is coming along nicely (although I have about 5 current projects)
|Im obsessed with cute sandals, I've recently added four pairs to my closet!
|This was the result of a long night of heat pressing...
|Apricot Jam! Is it bad to stick them in the fridge to make them seal / pop?
|My kinda Friday afternoon.... (on vacation it's okay to drink at 2 pm)
|Oils & Jams, Lunch, Fun Manicure
|Pool hair!
|Olive Oil Tasting. So fun!
|My Apricot Sage Jam and toast!
|Dinner at Ruth's Chris to celebrate graduation. It was sooo good!
|When we said we were celebrating a graduation the waiter magically
pulled confetti out of his pocket and threw it on the table.
They also gave Matt this super awesome dessert!
|My front garden -- three weeks later it is actually much bigger!
|The one perk of working from home is the wine...
|Skweaks decided she could help me color....
|We finally got our shirts for the Fire Academy (these were for family).
I have since taken over his workout clothes as loungewear -- since he is done!
|This little ditty was at work (on the fridge) and I literally laughed out loud.
|With my man before dinner.
|Matt was on flag duty. He folded the California flag.
The school is para-military, so everything is by the book!
|Waiting for the evolutions with my Momma.
|Uniform inspections by their instructors.
|I believe Matt was first on the nozzle on this one.
|That reflective 21 means it is my man!
|Matt is behind me -- waiting for his next turn
|Right after he came off of the drill grounds
|Went out for drinks with my parents and Matt's parents afterwards.
It was lots of fun!
|A crapload of pictures from the shower.
|Sarah and I have been friends since high school!
|My mom gave me her old Kindle and it had the Hunger Games on it.
I possibly read all weekend and barely saw my fam... possibly...
|Coffee for two!
|What do you think I (my mom) bought?
|A gift from my sweet friend Jess.
|Wine tasting afternoon with Mom. So fun!
|Caramel Birthday Cheesecake
|And I can't forget... birthday dinner at Paradiso!
|One last pic from the winery (we were at Concannon, if you were wondering).
|Nail polish & flip flops -- Mel knows me so well!
|New cd from Matt that I knew we both would love!


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"The Artist and His Mother" by Arshile Gorky, one of the most influential figures in expressionism, a survivor of the Armenian Genocide.
The photo at the left sight is the only image from artist's childhood taken at a studio in Van before 1912.The photograph was aimed to be sent to Gorky's absent father. Gorky worked at the painting at the right sight for ten years, yet, leaving it "unfinished"… Continue reading

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The formation of a music and entertainment industry Commission on Sexual Harassment and Advancing Equality in the Workplace was announced last week. To be chaired by Anita Hill, the commission is a creation of a group of entertainment industry executives in response to an ever-growing range of accusations of sexual harassment, abuse and rape by power players in the industry.
Music industry participants include UMG CEO Lucian Grainge, Sony CEO Tony Vinciquerra, Atlantic Records COO Julie Greenwald and Neil Portnow, president of the Recording Academy.
The news comes just as the NYPD starts an investigation into accusations against Russell Simmons, a sexual battery lawsuit is filed against Gene Simmons and Chelsea Wolf cancels an Australian tour after sexual misconduct accusations are directed at the promoter.
In the announcement of the Commission's formation on Friday, as shared by The Hollywood Reporter, famed attorney and law professor Anita Hill states:
"I'm proud to be leading this newly-formed Commission on a long overdue journey to adopt best practices and to create institutional change that fosters a culture of respect and human dignity throughout the industry…We will be focusing on issues ranging from power disparity, equity and fairness, safety, sexual harassment guidelines, education and training, reporting and enforcement, ongoing research and data collection. It is time to end the culture of silence. I've been at this work for 26 years. This moment presents us with an unprecedented opportunity to make real change."
Star Wars producer Kathleen Kennedy, who proposed the Commission, stated:
"The Commission will not seek just one solution, but a comprehensive strategy to address the complex and inter-related causes of the problems of parity and power…The fact that so many industry leaders — across film, television, music, digital, unions, agencies, ATA, AMPAS, Television Academy and guilds — came together, in one room, to explore solutions speaks to a new era."
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Dizin one of the 40 highest ski resorts in the world. (The highest ski lift reaches 3,600 m (11,800 ft), making it one of the 40 highest ski resorts in the world) and about 60 Km northwest of the Tehran. Dizin is a ski resort situated to the Karaj in the Alborz mountain range. The huge Dizin ski resort was established in 1969. The ski season in Dizin also lasts longer than European ski resorts because of its high altitude.
Day 1- Arrival – Tehran
Arrival at Tehran airport, meet and greet by our representative,.O/N Tehran.
Day 2- Tehran – Dizin
Full day city tour of Tehran to visit Golestan Place that is both a historic site and museum. It is a complex that consists of 17 palaces, museums, and Halls and it is worth to spend a few hours to visit its luxuriously decorated rooms, nice and big dining area and ballroom and well landscaped Gardens and fountains. The Archaeological or national museum of Iran that represents you many different periods of Iran's rich history, Glass and Carpet Museums. In the evening drive to Dizin. O/N Dizin.
Day 3- Dizin
A full day of skiing . Ski hire is available and the ski school can provide instruction by professional teachers . O/N Dizin.
Day 4-Dizin – Tehran
Today you will have the opportunity to view the superb mountain scenery offered by the towering peaks and deep valleys of the Alborz range. back to Tehran . O/N Tehran.
Day 5- Tehran– Kish Island
Transfer to Tehran for fly to Kish (a duty free resort in the Persian Gulf) . Transfer to your hotel and then enjoy the safe beaches around the Island and participate in the water sports .O/N Kish.
Day 6-Kish Island
Full day city tour for visiting some places like dolphin park.and Kariz Underground water system – takes an hour or so , small shop downstairs handicrafts available, lots of interesting maps in the air conditioned museum section.O/N Kish.
Day 7-Kish -Tehran International flight Departure
Half day city tour ,water sport including boating, surfing, diving or Skiing then Transfer to airport for flight to Tehran after arrival transfer to international airport for departure flight.
All seasons have their own attractions. Thanks to such a diverse geography, you can have all kinds of climates in any season in Iran. In general, spring and autumn are the best time to visit Iran even if the weather may be a little uncertain with short lapses into either the cold of winter or the heat of summer. More accurate is mid-April to early June, and late September to early November. Also you can also relive the charming atmosphere in the Persian Gulf islands during January and February. These are called the high seasons of tourism. In other months of the year, in some areas, there will be very hot or very cold for those who aren't familiar with such extreme weather conditions.
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Course 105
Model Schema and Organization
Explains the purpose of using a model schema and why you should spend time organizing your models. Learn methods to organize 3D data sets to comply with ASME Y14 series and MIL-STD-31000. This course is the basis for writing a robust, well defined, and repeatable modeling standard. We customize each course to meet your learning objectives.
You Will Learn:
Learn rules and recommended practices for accurately and efficiently creating, authoring, and managing 3D model-plus-drawing and model-only data sets. Includes general schema rules and best practices for all CAD files, while also drilling into the detail of parts, assemblies, and drawings.
CAD AGNOSTIC – applies to any CAD system
Pre-Requisite: 102
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- Purpose of a Model Schema
- 3D Model Organization Requirements
- Terms and Definitions
- Rules for All CAD Files – Metadata, Numbering, Naming, Modeling to Nominal, Tolerances, Notes, Holes, Coordinate Systems, Planes
- Best Practices for All CAD Files – Grouping, Display Types, Saved Views, Filters, Design Intent
- Part Modeling
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Freeform Gets A Royal Visit From Guilt's Sam Cassidy!
Introducing Sam Cassidy who plays Theo, Prince of Wales in the mystery drama series Guilt.
Meet Prince Theo.
A posh, handsome gentleman dressed in an elegant suit, Theo (Sam Cassidy) is a member of the Royal Family, and engaged to be married.


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I have done business with InfoStream for over 15 years. Alan was the go to guy whenever we needed help, he treated us with respect and gave us quick service and solutions to our computer problems. When it came time to update he always advised us properly and was able to save us money on our hardware. Even though Alans company has grown, I am still able to call him personally. It's like having a personal friend who is interested in helping you to solve either simple or complex problems. I highly recommend InfoStream.
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Three Oaks United Methodist Church
Friday, May 29, 2020
You Are Welcome!
Our Staff
Our Pastor ~ Brenda Ludwig
Our Church Secretary ~ Rachel Folino
Church Organist ~ Martha Spychalski
Martha has the longest record of service among
our church staff. She has been playing the organ
at Three Oaks UMC since 1989 (and before that at
other United Methodist churches in the area).
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ULE technology underpinning new smart kitchen offering
At the IFA 2017 electronics trade show, DSP Group® Inc. (Nasdaq:DSPG), a leading global provider of wireless chipset solutions for converged communications, announced that Cloud of Things, the premier connected device management company for the industrial and consumer IoT markets has launched a family of IoT gateways featuring native ULE support based on DSP Group's ULE solutions. The joint solution has been selected by Howdens Joinery, UK's largest supplier offitted hens, to facilitate their innovative connected kitchen initiative.
Howdens Joinery, which supplies over 400,000 kitchens each year, will offer the Cloud of Things IoT Gateway as an integral part of their smart kitchen solutions. The IoT Gateway will empower Howdens to deliver advanced IoT capabilities at scale so they can help customers live better lives. The integrated ULE technology provides Howdens with unparalleled range coverage, especially important in the UK, where building structure and material have proven
to be especially challenging for connected products.
"Howdens needed to bring connected kitchens to market securely, reliably, quickly, and affordably. The Cloud of Things IoT Gateway was a perfect solution. The integrated DeviceTone solution from Cloud of Things makes configuration, deployment and management simple and fast, while native ULE support guarantees range and link fidelity while ensuring compatibility with hundreds of products out-of-the-box" said Glen Isaacs, Director of Innovation and Strategy at Howdens.
The Cloud of Things' IoT Gateway integrates its DeviceTone™ connected device management solution to deliver a secure, managed edge computing solution for IoT that simplifies development, increases flexibility, and drastically shortens time to market. With DeviceTone™, companies can monitor, manage, and control any device connected to any cloud platform one to one, millions at a time.
Native ULE support ensures longer range connectivity, trouble-free one-button setup, best in class security, and integrated two–way voice support and delivers instant out-of-the-box compatibility between the Cloud of Things IoT Gateway and a wide range of IoT products, meeting the needs of a dynamic market across a variety of sectors including facilities management, energy management, industrial, agriculture, healthcare, and consumer.
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Kevin James stars in trailer for True Memoirs of an International Assassin
True Memoirs of an International Assassin
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Kevin James has graduated from patrolling malls and is now taking on drug lords.
In the trailer for Netflix's original film, True Memoirs of an International Assassin, the Paul Blart star plays Sam Larsen, an accountant and aspiring author. His fictional novel about Ghost, an international assassin, finally gets published and becomes a huge success, but there's just one problem — it's being advertised as a work of nonfiction.
While the white lie by his publisher helps him with the ladies, it soon finds him being kidnapped and taken by international drug lords, who want his help in an assassination plot. With the help of a real government agent (Zulay Henao), Larsen tries to channel Ghost, learning, among other things, that sometimes it can be good to bring a knife to a gunfight.
Watch the trailer above.
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A Guest Post by Dainty M.
It's absolutely exhausting and distressing to believe something will happen and it doesn't. Or to believe someone wouldn't do something and they do. When unpleasant things happen and disappointments lace our days, it's really hard to believe in anything.
Some people have stopped believing in love because their experience with it left them heartbroken. Some don't believe in God because they felt disappointed by Him when bad things happened.
I've trusted and believed something will happen this year but hey, the 8th month is about to roll around, when will it happen? I've drowned in despair and to be honest, believing again is much harder than just writing it in a post. I honestly fear hoping again or believing again. But you know what? Nothing will happen if you don't believe!
Jesus worked with people's faith. "If you believe"…"just believe"…"she believed and saw"…these are snippets of miracles in the Bible. James also talked about trusting without wavering.
Some of us believe in plan A but have plan B safely tucked in a corner of our minds. If God doesn't do A, we will do B. I've come to understand that trusting and believing means falling back on the confidence that God will catch you. He won't let you fall (and if He does, it's because there's a greater glory to attain in making you rise again).
So hey! Life happens. It gets crappy sometimes. But you've gotta believe again. You've gotta trust God again. Stand on His unfailing word and watch Him wow you.
Hello lovely readers and followers, it's Emily! I hope you enjoyed this encouraging post by my blogger friend, Dainty M. Check out Dainty M's blog here to see more of her posts.
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A Difference That's Easy To See.
Pegasus' pure, high-value potash is easy to use. The unique white color of Pegasus® Granular makes it simple to see when applied dry - for a more consistent application. When applied in liquid form, Pegasus® Fine dissolves quickly with minimal residue.
Less Bulk. Greater Results.
Pegasus® has 3.3% more K2O than traditional red potash - delivering an additional 40 pounds of potassium per ton. That means more efficient transportation. More efficient storage. And most importantly, more efficient use in the field.
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You can make your reservation :
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In the subject field of your message you write
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What are Analytics?
ResponsiveVoice Agent Pro offers a dashboard with complete analytics over how TTS is used on your website, including the click-through rate of the Google Search Message. You can find them by going to the Analytics tab of the ResponsiveVoice Agent dashboard.
Why are analytics important?
Analytics are the lifeblood of a good website, for both the company behind it and its users.
For the company, they help measuring and tracking results across time, and offer assistance and hard data for understanding visitor behaviour, leads, and prospects. For users, they inform the business in offering a better website that is more likely to lead to a satisfying experience and to transform it into a recurring visit.
How can I turn on Analytics?
Analytics can be toggled on by ResponsiveVoice Agent Pro users by going to the Analytics tab, on the left, and then clicking on the checkbox (if it's off). All analytics will appear, and you'll be able to choose between them by clicking on the appropriate button.
You will also be able to turn on A/B testing for the Google Search message. An A/B test works like this: part of your users visit one version of your website in which the Search Message is turned on, while the other visits a version in which the Google Search message is off. By then comparing the click-through rate of the two groups, you will be able to see whether your message is effective in increasing click-through, or if you should try a different variation. As we tested, Google Search messages can result in a 4% CTR increase.
To turn on reporting of the A/B test, click on "Enable A/B testing", and you'll be able to visualize them by clicking on the results button.
Awesome! Where can I try this?
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I still have questions!
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Inspired by the anime movie Summer Wars, that cool King Kazma, my kiddos wanted a rabbit that kicks ass. Well...this one shoots carrots.
Back when I have not mastered how to create levels in the games, I simply duplicated whole folders and modified each new one to become another season's game! So there are 4 different flavours to this same game.
Supreme, Summer, Autumn, Night.
In Summer, a Rabbit rose up to become King. Christened himself King Rabbit, Krabbit for short. His favourite pas- time is target practice. Watch him fire away at the dummy!
At Night, King Rabbit does not rest well...he fired at an enemy who sneer at him. But Krabbit has the last laugh when he wears the enemy down and explode him violently.
It is Autumn, King Rabbit is preparing for the coming winter, tired of fighting...but the enemy does not let our King rest. Time to fire away again!
King Rabbit will reign supreme above all the worlds, no one will challenge him without getting shot till it explodes!


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Light alcohol long drinks set to trend this summer
They are already the rage in Berlin, New York and London and this summer light alcohol long drinks are set to take Ireland by storm.
Sebastian Brack, the owner of the iconic Belsazar vermouth creates a new range and a new wave of mixology focused on superior recipe and taste – but the beauty is the drinks are three times lighter in alcohol than standard equivalents.
Brack, the man who invented the revolutionary Thomas Henry tonic range in 2010, says the drinks brands he creates are led by the extensive variety of consumer tastes across the world. He went on to invent the Belsazar range of Vermouth in 2013.
"People want to be able to enjoy a cocktail at a variety of times, for example on a Saturday afternoon – but also enjoy other leisure activities afterwards. These lighter drinks allow for that."
Belsazar light alcohol signature drinks have now become drinks menu highlights in top bars and restaurants in cities such as New York and London, and Dublin is expected to join the charge this summer.
Compared to other long drinks like a Vodka & Tonic, which clocks in at about 12-14% vol., Belsazar drinks like the Rosé and Dry Tonic and the Red & Ginger, have an alcohol content of about 4% vol. alc., making them a lighter but exciting alternative.
Vermouth, a fortified wine, has always been an essential ingredient of classic cocktails, which left their mark in cocktail history over 100 years ago. With its complex yet light, sweet and floral flavour profiles, vermouth is a perfect all-rounder in traditional cocktails and as a base for new intriguing compositions. A night time treat in House in Dublin tasting this new trendy drink that is the talk of the town .
Belsazar vermouth from Germany's Blackforest region merges the creativity and vitality of Berlin with the taste of exclusive natural wines and spices to create a unique vermouth. High quality , regionally produced wines from Southern Baden are exclusively used to produce Belsazar.
Just four years on the market, the brand is already a major international hit, as a component of classic cocktails such as the Negroni, the Dry Martini or the Manhattan whilst also spearheading the trend for lighter long drinks occasions.
Each variety of Belsazar has its own macerates, consisting of extracts from herbs, spices, blossom, husks and peels, which are left to mature in large demijohns. Belsazar's finishing touch comes from a dash of fruit brandy. The vermouth is then stored in stone casks to allow its range of complex aromas and flavours to develop.
Brack says the timing to launch in Ireland is perfect: "Irish mixologists are highly sophisticated; they are well-travelled and extremely knowledgeable and know the trends before they happen. We believe the lower alcohol Vermouth long drinks will be ideal for a variety of social occasions in Ireland this summer."
"These are uncomplicated, exquisite drinks which you can drink in the afternoon before dinner as an easy and pleasant aperitif."
Belsazar will be distributed in Ireland by Dalcassian Wines & Spirits.


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The Unholy Altar is a church-style sub-level, which is accessible after the Archbishop Lazarus quest is initiated. Once the quest has been given to the player from Deckard Cain, a Red Portal will appear on the large pentagram (located on the floor somewhere in Level 15) and allow you to enter the Altar.
Like the rest of the quest-related sub-levels in the game, the Unholy Altar is exclusive to single player, and has a pre-defined map which the player must explore. The area is riddled with monsters - specifically, high-level Succubi-variants and/or Advocates. Some parts of the level are gated off and sealed to begin with. On either side of the level, there are pedestals holding the "Book of Vileness" - which, when activated, will teleport the player to one of the now-open areas of the level, which also reveal themselves to contain more monsters.
After both of the secret areas are opened, the player must return to the room where they first appeared in the level and walk on the pattern in the ground - triggering a teleport to the previously closed-of center section, and initiating a cutscene of the now corrupt Archbishop Lazarus in Tristram Cathedral.
- Upon the player's arrival, Archbishop Lazarus speaks:
- "Abandon your foolish quest! All that awaits you is the wrath of my master. You are too late to save the child. Now you will join him...in Hell!"
The player will then have to fight the mad Archbishop, two unique Hell Spawn (Blackjade and Red Vex), and a group of other monsters. The Red Portal will reopen upon the death of Lazarus, and transport you back to Level 15.
There is no way out of the level other than the Red Portal or casting Town Portal. After completing this quest, the way will be clear to receive the Diablo quest (which is also given by Cain) and venture into Level 16, by entering the now-illuminated pentagram.


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|"Hey! That's my partner! Stop that" - Aja | "Back off" - Bull | "OK" - Aja
|The finish, though Bull and Aja could have cared less at that point.
Bison Kimura beat Grizzy Iwamoto with a random german but this wasn't about that at all. THIS. WAS. A. WAR. This match was fricking insane. Bell to bell just absolute violence and war. And it was incredible.
The story of the match was the Aja vs Bull feud. This match was building up a future match of theirs and did it ever. Two hosses fighting to be the king of the monsters and putting each other through hell to get there. They sold, they no sold and they went for blood.
They hit each other with chairs, canes, trashcans and whatever else they could get a hold of and they just never let up on each other. It was one of the best brawls I've ever seen.
There were so many good stories here from Bison and Grizzly not being able to touch either Bull or Aja as they were just too strong to be hurt by their weak sauce. At times, Bison and Griz were looking for tags and saves and Aja/Bull just let them fight it out and often completely ignored their shots, while focusing on the prize of each others heads. The match even ended and neither Aja or Bison cared as they were past that and kept going after each other. They then screamed and cried at each other while challenging each other to another match.
This was everything great about pro wrestling. You had the larger than life characters. You had the hate. You had the violence and you had the believably as hate trumped all here and they fought for every move.
I'm almost speechless here because this was just everything you dream about out of pro wrestling and more. The finish was the only critique here as it was out of nowhere, but this was no longer a match and it didn't matter who won at that point anyway, because everyone took so many causalities that everyone lost while the viewers won.
Rating:*****. A must see war.


text: The Way of the Warrior is all about the 1 in 100. The unique person that stands apart from the crowd. On this Mother's Day, I send my thoughts, love and positive energy towards the women who are no longer mothers. The people who had to go against the "natural order of things" and bury their own child. One of which is my wife. Let the normals have their one solitary day of cards, chocolates, flowers and Hallmark-reminded appreciation. You are a survivor. You are strong and what doesn't kill you, only makes you STRONGER. Head up, chest out, keep moving forward.


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Discover the finite number of possible platonic solids
Platonic solids are the set of regular 3d shapes. Unlike regular polygons, of which there can be an infinite number, the group of fully regular solids is small. In 3d regularity entails - all faces to be the same; all faces to be a regular polygon (resulting in all edges of the 3d shape being equal in length) and the same number of faces to meet at each vertex).
In this activity pupils undertake a guided investigation, looking for all the regular solids. Cardboard shapes are combined using given rules and pupils are able to discover the small and finite number of possible platonic solids.
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BHAWANIPATNA: Incessant rains for the last three days that led to rise in the water level of Hati, Sagada, Nagavali, Indravati and Petfulla rivers have triggered flash floods in Thuamul Rampur, Jaipatna, Kalampur and Bhawanipatna blocks of Kalahandi district.
With the rivers and other rivulets in spate, flood water has entered several parts of the four blocks. Thuamul Rampur, which received a record rainfall of 260 mm, has been cut off from the rest of the district. Similarly, 126 mm rainfall has been recorded at Kalampur during the last 24 hours while 110 mm was registered at Jaipatna. Thuamul Rampur is the origin place of Nagavali, Sagada and Indravati rivers.
Vehicular movement has been disrupted in Thuamul Rampur block as flood water is flowing on major roads and Sagada bridge near Jakam and Phurli Jharan bridge. As a result, road communication has been snapped between Thuamul Rampur and Bhawanipatna. Similarly, the road from Kalampur to Thuamul Rampur via Singari Ghat and Thuamul Rampur-Kasipur Road via Mahulpatna remained cut off. According to reports, five feet high water was flowing in Kumarkani nullah while Nagavali river had crossed the danger mark at Gunpur and Nakrundi. Sagada river is also in spate near Jakam.
According to sources, Santosh Bag, husband of Panchayat Samiti member of Thuamul Rampur block Sumani Bag, of Chulvadi village in Talampada GP, died while rescuing people affected by landslide. The rescue team and the block officials are yet to reach the affected areas due to disruption of communication.
In Junagarh block, the old bridge over river Hati on NH-26 was submerged under two feet water. Power generation of Indravati project has been stopped to prevent further damage by flood in Hati river.
Flood water of Hati has entered low-lying areas of Matikhal, Karmel and Balichada villages of Kalampur block and Kuten of Junagarh block. Knee-deep water is flowing on the roads leading to the block headquarters due to heavy rain on Sunday. At least 15 persons from Matikhal village have been shifted to safer place at Biripur after flood water entered their areas.
Source: http://www.newindianexpress.com/states/odisha/2017/jul/17/flash-floods-cut-off-four-blocks-of-odishas-kalahandi-kills-one-1629772–1.html


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Mashable | The Huffington Post | Chicago Sun-Times | USA Today
PBS bought the term "Big Bird" on Twitter, so anyone searching for the term would see an ad for an advocacy site it's set up. "PBS could teach other brands a thing or two about how to turn a meme into a marketing opportunity," Seth Fiegerman writes.
In Wednesday night's debate, Mitt Romney said he would eliminate the federal subsidy for PBS. In an interview with CNN Thursday, PBS CEO Paula Kerger said, "The fact that we are in this debate at all to me is incomprehensible."
Kerger also fact-checked Romney — who she has tussled with before — pointing out that PBS doesn't get any direct money from the government.
"In fact, the money that comes from the government into the Corporation for Public Broadcasting goes to our member stations," she said.
Chicago Sun-Times TV critic Lori Rackl writes that trying to balance the budget by eliminating PBS' subsidy is "like me saying I'm going to lose weight by trimming my nails."
I realize that $445 million, no matter how small a blip on the budget, is still a lot of cash. But if Uncle Sam put all of our money to this good of use, I'd voluntarily climb into the next income-tax bracket.
Dan Schmidt of WTTW told Rackl federal money makes up, as Rackl terms it, "roughly 5 percent of WTTW's $40 million annual budget, made up mostly of individual donations and support from corporations and foundations." Schmidt said:
We're one of the only places where everyone can have access to performing arts and cultural events. And we're increasingly the only place where you can get a brand of journalism that's right down the middle and in-depth."
PBS allies stress the channel's educational mission, which may be as savvy as the Twitter buy: Education was a top topic of tweets during the debate, USA Today reports.
Perhaps that's what Big Bird will talk about if he accepts any of these invitations:
SNL, Jimmy Fallon, Piers Morgan, Today Show and GMA all asked for Big Bird appearances on their shows after debate #HotlineSort
— Reid Wilson (@HotlineReid) October 5, 2012
In Pew's recent news-consumption study, most of the people polled said they prefer news delivered without a point of view. There's no breakout for PBS products.
Related: Wednesday's debate had more than 70 million viewers (The New York Times) | Format for Wednesday's debates is "by far the worst" available (USA Today editorial) | Jim Lehrer defends his performance: "Part of my moderator mission was to stay out of the way of the flow and I had no problems with doing so."


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No on Prop 8
My Mom on Prop 8 (she's really nailed it):
"When you allow, honor acknowledge acceptance, tolerance and love we all win. Anything that creates more fear, division, superiority and or hate gets a no vote from me. Simple"
I have to say, when the campaigning for and against Prop 8 began, I was somewhat annoyed. Our world as we know it is threatened right now, what with global warming, a complete economic meltdown, an energy crisis, a looming water crisis that no one talks about, wars everywhere, famine, etc. I kept asking: what are we doing talking about marriage with all of this going on?
Seeing the intensity of the "Yes on Prop 8" campaign, however, and hearing the ludicrous claims such as "allowing gay marriage means our children will be taught about gay marriage in elementary school," I've come to realize that this is, in some ways, one of the most important California propositions on the ballot this year.
Well, for the reason my mom stated above. We have a proposition on the ballot that promotes constitutionalizing discrimination. We have people in a huge rage against love. Our priorities are extremely out of balance right now.
The last eight years have all been about fear (axis of evil, terrorists, if you aren't with us, you are against us, the list goes on). Can we now rise above the past eight years and our long-time fears to help each other find peace in our communities by accepting each other for who we are and how we choose to love?


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The harmonious contours and well-balanced proportions are the name givers for the Sinus cutlery set. The highly polished, shiny surface of the timelessly beautiful spoons, forks and knives creates soft and natural reflections. Not to mention the conclusive quality of the material: the hollow-handled knife is crafted with a blade made of forged special blade steel, ensuring long-lasting sharpness, good cutting performance and durability. In addition to the table set, the 30 piece set includes six coffee spoons and cake forks; the 66 piece set comes with serving cutlery that includes a salad server, a serving spoon, a sauce ladle, a cake server and a serving fork. These superior quality Cromargan® cutlery pieces are dishwasher safe.
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The Cougar Ridge Art Docent program is designed through a partnership between the school district and the PTSA and allows children an opportunity to explore their artistic talents. This program fills the gap between district funding and the art requirement for elementary students. The program provides educational art lessons covering a variety of medium and inspiration.
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If you enjoy working with students this is a wonderful volunteer opportunity. No art knowledge or experience are required, all lessons have been provided. All volunteers are welcome! Speak to your child's teacher or email email@example.com.
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Eight perfect stitches (and some other goodies!)
Nothing beats the joy of casting on a new project. Especially in a hand-painted yarn like Shalimar's Breathless, because you never quite know how the color changes will knit up. Even the "top down" dynamic--one that ensures your long last rows will go much slower than your short first rows--couldn't dampen my enthusiasm.
SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT! If you're heading to Vogue Knitting LIVE Chicago this weekend, stop by the MiaBella booth in the marketplace Saturday at noon for a giveaway of my new novel, THE FIREFIGHTER'S MATCH. Knitted prayer shawls feature prominently in the plot, so I know you'll enjoy the story.


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The GEL-PTG™ sneakers are based on the iconic basketball shoes from the '80s, renowned as one of Japan's most popular basketball shoes ever designed.
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Congrats, Sarah! You're the HB first born's mother-to-be. Setting the bar for the next gen of HBers – a pretty tall order, but we're confident you'll set the bar high in mommy standards.
When are you due?
January 14th.
Girl or boy?
It's a boy!
Do you have any names picked out?
Yes, we have a first name. We are currently struggling with a middle name. Suggestions are welcomed!
What fears or anxiety (if any!) do you have?
I have a new fear and anxiety every day. I keep my husband up at night talking about them. He thinks I am absolutely insane. If you had never baby sat, changed a diaper or held an infant before you'd have anxiety too! I am working on letting go of things that are out of my control and not allowing the unknown to hinder the joys of pregnancy.
What are you most excited about?
Shopping and decorating the nursery, duh.
Contrary to popular belief, it is actually completely safe to ride while pregnant. Does it still make you nervous like it did Charlotte on Sex and the City or are you totally okay with it? Fit mom, fit kid #amiright?
Totally ok with it! Teaching and riding 5+ times a week is probably one of the only things keeping me sane right now! I'm big on routine, and for me, it is super important for me to keep my routine as normal as possible. My husband and I were both college athletes so getting this baby started while still in the womb was inevitably going to happen! Ryan (my husband) wants him in skates and on the ice by 1…and you guys thought I was the crazy one.
How long will you continue to teach at The HB?
I hope to teach up until the very end! I'd love to teach the New Year's Day resolution ride like I did this past year and then have that be my finale. What better way to start 2015, right?
So this means Stella won't be an only child [dog] anymore. How's she dealing with the news?
Anyone who knows me, knows that Stella is my first born and my #1 girl. And if you follow me on instagram (@sar_maguire) you know Stella was obviously the one who broke the baby news to the world. In all seriousness though, she totally knows there's a baby on the way. She snuggles even closer now (didn't know that was possible), puts her head on my stomach (drool and all) and doesn't let me out of her sight. I think she will be happy to have a new companion, and of course she will benefit from all the extra food falling on the floor eventually.
Any advice for moms-to-be who also love to stay active?
I think it's important to find a work out routine that works for you and makes you happy. Riding might not be your thing, but it's imperative that you stay active. Even if it's simply going for a walk once a day, and eating healthy is just as important! #sweatonceaday
Thank you Sarah for sharing your big news with us! We're so excited to watch you grow and are thrilled that you're sharing this exciting time with The Handle Bar riders and team. Now for those HB onsies…


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6 Reasons You Should Take a NYC Boat Tour
Whether you are planning to visit New York City or live there, NYC boat tours are an excellent way to see the city. This gives you a unique perspective and provides numerous benefits over a traditional bus tour, although that is still a great option. Even if you are tight on time, here are some reasons to find a few hours for a boat tour.
Unique Views You Only Get from the Water
The biggest advantage of taking NYC boat tours is the amazing views that you will get. There is nothing like viewing the Manhattan Bridge from the water, which you can only do on a boat tour. While you can see these and other attractions from a distance on land, it simply isn't the same.
There and Back for Twice the Photo Ops
In addition to giving you unique views, NYC boat tours will typically take you to your destination in back, meaning that you get twice the opportunities to take pictures of and admire every attraction you sail past.
Best Way to See the Statue of Liberty
Those interested in seeing Lady Liberty in all her glory will be able to get an OK view from land, but for the best possible view, you need to be in the water. This is due to the statue's positioning, and it means that a boat tour is the only way to get the perfect photo or view of the Statue of Liberty.
No Need to Deal with Traffic
New York City is known for its maddening level of traffic, but this isn't a concern when you are on a boat. Instead of competing with every car and bus, you only have to navigate around other boat tours, which aren't that plentiful. This means less time sitting still and doing nothing while staring at boring buildings or cars and more time spent admiring NYC attractions.
Get Information from a Tour Guide
Just like on any other type of tour, NYC boat tours also include highly knowledgeable tour guides, so you will be receiving information and learning about your surroundings while getting those amazing views. Even those who think they know everything about NYC will likely learn something new or come up with a question to ask.
A Unique Experience
Finally, don't forget to consider that taking NYC boat tours is a unique experience. While most visitors take a bus tour, significantly fewer do boat tours, meaning you will have something to tell your friends about. That also means that your boat tour may be less crowded than another type of tour.
To discover the NYC boat tours that are available, contact us today.


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Participant FAQ
What is the Hockey Fans in Training program?
Hockey FIT is a 12 week healthy lifestyle program tailored to improve the lifestyles of male hockey fans. Hockey FIT draws on the power and connection people feel towards their favourite sports team to recruit fans who are overweight or obese into a 12 week lifestyle program. The program includes behind-the-scenes access to team dressing rooms, and you never know who will show up at these sessions. In the past, team players and personnel have made an appearance to cheer participants on!
Why target sports fans?
There are a couple of reasons why we've targeted sports fans.
- Connectivity: Sports fans are a highly connected group regularly attending or watching games to support their favourite sports team. Hockey FIT draws on this connection to engage fans and pro-actively support and help men build and sustain healthy lifestyle changes.
- Opportunity: Many sports fans are looking for that next level way to engage with their favourite sports team. Hockey FIT provides the opportunity for fans to engage further with their team, going behind the scenes and meeting team staff and players along the way.
- Health Risk: Did you know that sports fans are typically unhealthier than non-sports fans? Research has shown that sport fans are more likely to eat unhealthy foods particularly when their team is losing. Hockey FIT provides fans with the tools and resources through the promotion of safe gradual changes to physical activity levels and healthy eating to make healthier choices.
Who can join the Hockey FIT program?
Currently we are focusing on recruiting men who are overweight or obese. We are looking to expand into other population groups as well.
Why does Hockey FIT only target men?
Hockey FIT is currently geared towards men as this has grown out of a successful pilot originally funded by the Movember Foundation. Recent literature indicates that men's health in Canada is poor with men living an average of 4 years fewer than their female counterparts. Research also indicates that men prefer to make healthy lifestyle changes in groups with like-minded men who are similar in size and stature. In the future, we are looking towards expanding into the female fan base so stay tuned!
Do I have to live within the city or town to participate in the program?
No. As long as you are a fan of the CHL team, are willing to travel to the fitness facility/arena for assessments and program sessions, and fit the eligibility criteria, you will be able to participate. You will need to find your own transportation to and from sessions.
I don't fit into the categories listed above for who can join the program, but want to.
Send us an email to email@example.com and introduce yourself. We will be sure to contact you if different opportunities arise that you may be a fit for.
How long is Hockey FIT?
Hockey FIT is 12 weeks long with weekly sessions lasting 90 minutes each.
How do I sign up?
Have a look to see if Hockey FIT is taking place with a team near you by clicking on the JOIN HOCKEY FIT button at the top of the page.
I want to join but the team I support is not listed?
Send us an email with the team that you support to email@example.com and we will contact the team to try and arrange the program to run with them.
Where do sessions take place?
Each team is different but sessions usually take place at the arena, the practice facility, a local health club/community centre or a mix between the three.
Will I need any particular equipment to participate?
No. All of the exercise is on dry-land. There will be no skating involved for those participating with hockey clubs.
Will I get to meet the players during the program?
Maybe! With sessions taking place within the sports team community, who knows who may turn up at a session!
What is involved in a typical session?
Sessions include education about living a healthier lifestyle i.e. diet and physical activity followed by some exercise.
Who will be coaching the sessions?
Each team is different, but it will always be a certified and trained Hockey FIT coach.
Why is there an immediate delivery group and a delayed delivery group? Why isn't the program delivered to all sites at the same time?
The Hockey FIT trial is a randomized controlled trial, therefore, sites will be randomly allocated to immediate delivery group (deliver the program right away) or delayed delivery group (wait 12 months and then deliver). All sites will deliver the program no matter what group they are allocated to. It is only the timing of delivery that sets these groups apart. Randomization is similar to a flip of a coin and is completed by a third party research group to reduce any influence the Hockey FIT research team may have on allocation. The program content (12 sessions delivered over 12 weeks) will be the same for both immediate and delayed delivery groups.
We randomize sites to immediate delivery or delayed delivery to compare the results from those who receive the Hockey FIT program right away to those who do not. This increases the validity and reliability of the results of the Hockey FIT program providing the strongest evidence to determine the effectiveness of the Hockey FIT program in helping your fans become lose weight, become fit, and lead a healthier lifestyle.
How many men will be recruited into the program?
Our goal is to recruit 40 men per site. These 40 men will be split into 2 groups of 20 with one cohort of 20 attending sessions one evening (e.g., Tuesday nights) and another cohort attending on a different evening (e.g., Thursday nights). The sessions will occur weekly for 12 weeks. Two Hockey FIT coaches will be needed at every session to run the program.
Is medical clearance required for participants in the program?
All participants must be cleared for participation in exercise and physical activity in order to participate in this program. This is completed through a self-screening tool called the Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire (PAR-Q+). If a participant answers YES to any of the questions about their health status on the PAR-Q+, he will be contacted by the Hockey FIT Research Team to ensure it is safe to participate in Hockey FIT. The Hockey FIT Research Team will be responsible for clearing participants through a protocol that was used in previous studies and supported by Western University's Research Ethics Board.
Coach FAQ
How do I get more information about becoming a Hockey FIT coach?
Where is Hockey FIT coach training available?
The workshop is run by our Head Coach & Trainer, Brendan Riggin. Brendan will walk you through the Hockey FIT program, teaching you the ins and outs of how to deliver the program through a fun and interactive workshop. Contact us for more details – email@example.com.
Stay Tuned:
Hockey FIT Online Coach Training: Currently Under Construction.
We are in the process of developing online course modules to better support our coaches. These modules walk through the Hockey FIT program, with self-checks to help test your knowledge. Complete the quiz at the end of the training modules to get your Hockey FIT coach certificate.
How long does the Hockey FIT coach training take?
The coach training workshop is between 6-8 hours and can be done in 1 days or over 2 days. Contact us for more details – firstname.lastname@example.com.
Stay Tuned:
Hockey FIT Online Coach Training: Currently Under Construction.
What is the difference between physical activity and exercise?
Physical activity is steps per day…think walking at your regular pace.
Exercise is moderate to vigorous activity or completing activities where you reach and maintain your target heart rate…think cardio fitness class, running.


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1. I stumbled upon this "remix" of this British WWII poster today while searching for something totally unrelated and I sat and stared at it for a while. I love this. It isn't so much a goal, but very good things to keep in mind. Don't stress out. Life's way too short. And also, never stop getting excited to create, whether it's a hat, a tool shed in your backyard, or simply jotting down your thoughts in a journal.
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2. Continue growing as a graphic designer and never stop wanting to learn or try new things. Also, never sell out or work on projects for organizations/companies I don't believe in.
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3. Learn to knit/crochet more complicated pieces. Along the same vein, I need to get my hands on a serger and expand my etsy shop to include one of a kind upcycled pieces. I can't keep all of them to myself!
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4. Lastly, for the purposes of this entry, but definitely not the last goal I have for 2010: learn how to develop WordPress themes from the ground up. It was one of my loose goals last year, but I'm going to buckle down and reach this goal hopefully come February. Wish me luck!


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Use these Cents-Ability materials to help presbyteries and congregations begin and expand hunger education and fund-raising programs.
Includes a brief history and explanation of Cents-Ability. Fits in #10 envelope.
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Reproducible design to cover various size cans for use in Cents-Ability offerings.
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One problem that we will continue to face as the population of the earth steadily increases is fresh water. Even though there is an abundance of water on this planet, less than 5% of it can be used to sustain life. Therefore, new ways of purifying water are being developed. One of the best recent developments is using reverse osmosis. This process is being used to obtain fresh water from sea water by desalinization (salt removal). A membrane permeable to water but not to salt separates compartments containing sea water and fresh water. The normal flow of water, due to osmosis, from the fresh water to the sea water compartment is reversed by applying pressure to sea water campartment. For purposes of this problem, assume that the sea water is 3.0 weight percent NaCl. What is the minumum pressure (above atmospheric pressure) that must be supplied to cause reverse osmosis to occur at 25 degrees Celsius.
A dilute aqueous solution NaOH is heated to boiling. The boiling point of this solution is greater than 100.01 degrees Celsius at 760 torr. As som eof the water is boiled off, the boiling point of the resultant solution is checked again and it is found to be less than the previous boiling point (i. e., less than 100.01 degrees Celsius). Explain all these observations as fully as possible. Also, determine the original molal concentration of the NaOH. kb for water is 0.512 degrees Celsius/molal. The boiling point of the original solution is actually 100.01024 degrees Celsius at 760 torr.
Both potassium chloride (KCL) and potassium hydroxide (KOH) are very soluble in water. However, as one increases the temperature of the solution, KCL becomes more soluble and KOH becomes less soluble. Explain
The alkaline earth metal beryllium, Be, is very small and forms covalent compounds instead of ionic compounds. Knowing this, what type of solids would BeFCl and BeCl2 form and which would have the higher melting point? Please explain the answer.© BrainMass Inc. brainmass.com June 1, 2020, 3:18 pm ad1c9bdddf
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TOPIC: On this day before the 50th anniversary of the murder of President John F. Kennedy, Jeff Morley asks: what did the CIA know and when did they know it?
ORIGINAL BROADCAST DATE: Thursday, November 21, 2013.


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It's funny how crucial music is to the success of any TV show, given that none of us actually walk around accompanied by mournful strings or a jaunty soundtrack or a hot new pop song. (Or maybe you do, no judgment.) But the songs in the Shots Fired premiere prove how important the right music is when it comes to setting the tone for your series.
Some TV shows create their aural landscapes with beautiful original compositions, like Game Of Thrones; others conjure mood through recognizable pop music, like Big Little Lies; still others use no music at all, like Tell Me You Love Me. Some wear their musical influences on their sleeves — like Legion, which went so far as to name a character after Pink Floyd founding member Syd Barrett — and some more subtle.
Shots Fired, the new FOX drama about the shooting of an unarmed white teenager by a black police officer in rural North Carolina, features a mélange of these styles. Within its first episode alone, audiences can hear songs by popular modern artists, diegetic music taking place within the show itself (like when a church choir sings a moving spiritual), and even a catchy original composition.
Here are all the songs that are featured in the Shots Fired series premiere:
1. "Rollin' Down The Highway" by Darrin Stout
In the very first moments of the episode, this song by a rockabilly band from Burbank, California, can be heard playing while a truck driver trundles down a small road. As the driver passes a squad car and the vehicle it pulled over, the tone of classic country set by the song is interrupted by four gunshots — just as the lives of every character on the show are interrupted and pushed off-course by the fatal shooting.
2. "Where Do We Go From Here?" by BJ The Chicago Kid & Shiré
Viewers are bound to be curious about the song that plays over the show's provocative title sequence, in which stripes of police tape form the image of the American flag. If it sounds unfamiliar, that's because it's an original tune written by the show's composers and performed by T&B artists BJ The Chicago Kid and Shiré. "Where do we go from here?" the song asks. It's a question that applies equally both to the plot of the show and the state of our nation.
3. "Choices (Yup)" by E-40
This prolific California rapper has produced 25 albums in the past 24 years; "Choices (Yup)" is one of his latest singles, hailing from his 2014 album Sharp On All 4 Corners: Corner 1. The song — which alternates between questions whose answers are "nope" and ones whose answers are "yep" — plays as our protagonists, prosecutor Preston Terry (Stephan James) and investigator Ahse Akino (Sanaa Lathan), are driving through the North Carolina town where the shooting occurred, and noticing the divide between the affluent white part of town and the less affluent black communities.
4. "I Found" by Amber Run
For a change of pace, the show chooses this recent song by English indie pop band Amber Run for a sequence in which Ashe has a painful conversation with her ex-husband about custody of their child. The opening track of their 2015 debut album 5am, the song is a mournful examination of relationships: "I found love where it wasn't supposed to be. Right in front of me, talk some sense to me."
5. "Saved" by Ty Dolla $ign (feat. E-40)
"Saved," a single from Ty$'s first full studio album — 2015's Free TC — plays during a romantic encounter between two characters in a limo.
6. "One Man Can Change The World" by Big Sean (ft. Kanye West & John Legend)
The entire ethos of the show is pretty much summed up by this song that plays over the closing montage of the premiere, as Ashe begins to set up her evidence board and the dead teen's body is prepared for the funeral. "I hope you learn to make it on your own. And if you love yourself just know you'll never be alone," it beseeches. "And when you get it all, just remember one thing. Remember one thing: That one man could change the world."
It's a nice thought that one person could be capable of making the world a better place; but it's clear from the premiere of Shots Fired that it will take more than that to get to the bottom of this police brutality case.


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In my 8th grade history class we didn't write a single paper. Instead, grades were based on the mind maps students drew of the topics we studied and oral presentations we made. This rather unusual approach to education was thanks to our unorthodox teacher, who had opted to leave his job in the IT sector to pursue a passion for teaching — and we were his first test cases. While writing reports is certainly a skill that has come in handy, this early exposure to visual thinking has also stuck with me.
As Dharma pointed out in her post on sketching user experiences, sometimes words simply aren't the most efficient or the most clear method to communicate what's needed. I find various types of visual "mapping" especially useful when I'm trying to think through relationships between things — whether that's ideas, organizations, trends, or the various parts of a complicated issue.
One of my favorite books is Else/Where Mapping: New Cartographies of Networks and Territories from 2005. While we might typically think of maps as describing physical space, Else/Where Mapping categorizes multiple kinds of "space" that can be mapped, including: social space (representing power relations within and between organizations), physical space (the city, the region, the globe), and information space (patterns in vast quantities of data). For example, Robert E. Horn's "policy maps" are designed to help policy makers do their jobs better:
Our project has been designing and developing highly visual "cognitive maps" that facilitate the management and navigation through major public policy issues. These maps have benefits for policy analysts and decision makers similar to those of geographic maps. They provide patterned abstractions of policy landscapes that permit the decision makers and their advisors to consider which roads to take within the wider policy context. Like the hundreds of different projections of maps (e.g. polar or Mercator), they provide different ways of viewing issues and their backgrounds. They enable policy makers to drill down to the appropriate level of detail. In short they provide an invaluable information management tool. (Read more here.)
Horn's team has developed policy map prototypes in areas including genetically modified food, national missile defense, national drug policy, the dilemmas and dynamics of delivery of mental health services (for Portland, OR) and integration of over 400 agencies and 70 funding streams for long term care (for Alameda County CA).
Another example featured in Else/Where Mapping is the work of management consultant Valdis Krebs and Orgnet, which offer social network analysis software. They use this to do things like: reveal opinion leaders in various medical fields, discover collaboration amongst NGOs, and map linking patterns among blogs.
In other words, there are many exciting ways to use "maps" to give a literal picture of a complex system or to answer a research question.
When I'm working on a project I also finding mapping/visual diagramming useful as part of the analysis process. Even if the final product might be a written report, I often start by sketching out the different actors or concepts involved. As I'm reading through material I add to or change my sketch to reflect new nuances in my understanding.
For instance, I worked on a project to help identify potential allies for a new organization in the sustainability space. In this community people often make a distinction between "light green" (folks who consider sustainability to be a good idea, but see it more or less as an add on to business-as-usual) and "deep green" (folks who believe that true sustainability is only possible with systemic change). But, within this basic distinction there are many subtleties. To help tease that out I created a map with four quadrants:
I placed approximately 100 key concepts, people and organizations onto this map, such as resilience, Al Gore, cradle to cradle, peak oil, the Post Carbon Institute, BALLE, Ghandi, and so on. I categorized each based on whether their approach was hopeful or fearful vis-a-vis their view of the future and what level of change they advocated for ranging from small changes, to deep shifts in how we live. This helped to create a still simple, but more useful, map of the sustainability world and highlight both similarities and large differences in the approaches of various "greens".
Generally, my preferred tools when using mapping as an analysis tool are very simple: paper & pen and a box of colored pencils. But, I sometimes transfer these sketches to the computer to be able to more easily share them with others. There are a number of free mind mapping and concept mapping softwares available. One of my favorites is Wise Mapping, which is easy to learn and has an online interface (as opposed to a program one downloads to one's computer).
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I want to share a cool way to repurpose old, worn shirts into what I call rag yarn. This "yarn" can then be used to knit, crochet, or even be braided and sewn into various craft projects. Old t-shirts or similar material work very well. I like to use stripes because they are easier to cut evenly, and make interesting color patterns. Start by laying your old shirt out flat on a table top, keeping the front and back as even as possible.
Next you want to cut the top off, cutting as close under the arms as you can.
Now cut the hem off.
You are left with a nice chunk of material that is basically a tube. Starting at the end, cut from what was the side of the shirt. Cut ¾ to 1 inch strips to within 1 ½ inches of the top.
Do NOT cut completely off.
Repeat this, cutting strips the whole length of the piece.
Now open the piece and lay the part that is still connected flat on your tabletop.Starting from the outside, you want to make DIAGONAL cuts from one slot to the next.
If you cut straight, you will not have one long piece, but lots of unconnected loops! Continue these cuts the entire way, ending the same way you started.
If you did it right, you should have one long, continuous thin strip of material.
Starting at one end of your strip, stretch it. When it is stretched, the material curls, resembling yarn.
After I stretch it, I roll it into rag balls till I think I have enough for whatever project I have in mind.
You can make potholders, chair pads, rugs, and table runners…anything you can imagine!
It's fun to color coordinate too, choosing shirts with colors that complement each other in your project. The top portion of your shirt can also be cut into rags to be used for cleaning, or for someone like my husband, into disposable grease rags. Give it a try, and see what you can come up with!


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Tuesday, November 16, 2010
OK, So Now Who's Having the Best 2010 in Women's Golf?
5-time Winners (3): Ai Miyazato (all LPGA--Thailand, Singapore, Tres Marias, ShopRite, Safeway); Lee-Anne Pace (all LET--Switzerland, Wales, Finland, China 2x); Laura Davies (all LET--New Zealand, Germany, Austria, Spain, India)
4-time Winners (3): Ya Ni Tseng (3 LPGA--Kraft Nabisco, British, NW Arkansas--and 2 LET--Australian, British); Ji-Yai Shin (2 LPGA--Evian, Mizuno--2 JLPGA--Cyber Agent, Mizuno--1 KLPGA--KLPGA Championship--and 1 LET--Evian); Sun-Ju Ahn (all JLPGA--Daikin Orchid, Stanley, Sankyo, Fujitsu)
3-time Winners (2): Mi-Jeong Jeon (all JLPGA--Yonex, Nichirei, Munsingwear); Bo Mee Lee (all KLPGA--Kim Young Joo, Daewoo, Star Tour Grand Finale)
2-time Winners (8): Cristie Kerr (both LPGA--State Farm, LPGA Championship); Na Yeon Choi (both LPGA--Farr, Hana); Sakura Yokomine (both JLPGA--Fundokin, Masters GC); Yuri Fudoh (both JLPGA--Bridgestone, Meiji); Akane Iijima (both JLPGA--Suntory, Golf5); Soo-Jin Yang (both KLPGA--Korean Women's Open, Himart); Shin Ae Ahn (both KLPGA--Hidden Valley, High1 Resort); Trish Johnson (both LET--Tenerife, France)
My top 3 right now would be Ya Ni Tseng, Ji-Yai Shin, and Ai Miyazato. How about yours?
[Update 1 (12/8/10, 8:36 am): Check out Jason Sobel's case for Ya Ni Tseng--and he doesn't even mention her LET win!]
[Update 2 (12/30/10, 10:45 am): I should note that Inbee Park (Nishijin, Ricoh) also won twice on the JLPGA this season--the 2nd a major!]
3 comments:
- Mike said...
Tseng -- it's hard to beat four wins with two majors. That's gotta be worth at least six or seven regular wins. At least.
- November 16, 2010 at 2:14 PM
- Sports Medic said...
My vote goes to Ji Yai Shin (so far). While Ai Miyazato has the five LPGA win and Yani Tseng has the two majors, I place alot of stock in how she has played when she hasn't won.
Shin finished 2nd to 5th place ten times plus she has two 6th place finishes. Her other finishes are T14, T22, and T26.
Miyazato has one 2nd to fifth place finish and has finished 6th to 10th another 3 times. Her other finishes include T17, T19, T27, T28, T31, T39, T49, and T69.
Tseng has four 2nd to fifth place finish and has no 6th to 10th place finishes. Her other finishes include T11, T11,T14, T19, 27, T33, T41, T45, and T57.
Ai Miyazato started the season stronger than the others. Ji Yai Shin finished the season stronger than the others. Since coming back from her emergency appendectomy she's had all four of her victories and only one finish out of the top 6. She has not had a bad finish all year. My final arguement is that Ji Yai Shin is the only one of the three with no missed cuts. Yani Tseng has had one and Ai Miyazato has two.
- November 16, 2010 at 10:15 PM
- The Constructivist said...
Wow, you two raise the classic argument of (big) wins vs. consistency. I gotta give Shin credit for winning all over the world and for being the most consistent of the 3, but if none of them win, I'm still leaning toward Tseng over her.
- November 17, 2010 at 11:36 AM


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Cattle Egret, Agamon Hula, Israel
Cattle Egret, Agamon Hula, Israel
American White Pelican, taken at Palo Alto Baylands Nature Preserve
The Shoveler has a large flat bill with a special filtering system along its edges (lamellae). This allows for more efficient feeding. It swings its bill side to side through the water filtering out water while munching on plankton. That's one cool duck.
The annual WCEP partnership meeting is taking place today and tomorrow and thousands of people are on edge. Why? The future of Operation Migration hangs in the balance.
A quick background as we understand it: In a vision document outlining the approach for the next 5 years, the USFW claimed that Whooping Cranes reared under the Ultralight-guided method (UL), used by Operation Migration, aren't as likely to reproduce as cranes reared with other methods, such as Direct Autumn Release (DAR), in which the birds are captive-raised then released with other Whooping Cranes or Sandhill Cranes in the autumn. It also claimed the UL method was more expensive and less "authentic".
It is very smart to periodically reevaluate the efficacy of programs like these. There are a lot of resources at stake. Many people from all groups in the partnership have invested their time, energy, and love. And, most importantly, the survival of an entire species hangs in the balance.
A few points we believe should be considered as the committee meets:
Based on data gathered from the Whooping Crane Eastern Partnership (WCEP) database , UL crane survivorship is 75% vs. 59% for the Direct Autumn Release (DAR) method, and thereafter, annual adult survival is 92% for UL cranes vs. 84% for DAR cranes. Based on these data, the probability of UL cranes surviving to the earliest confirmed breeding age (three years) is 63% vs. 42% for DAR cranes. Projecting survivorship to 10 years of age, UL cranes are three times as likely to be alive as DAR cranes (35% vs. 12%).
It was OM that drew us to Wisconsin. It was OM folks who introduced us to the WCEP and sent us to Baraboo, WI to visit the the ICF (where we joined as members) and see all the collaborative efforts underway to help cranes. And it was OM's unyielding base of support, the aptly named Craniacs, through their passion, dedication, and kindness, that warmed our hearts more than we could have imagined. We left Wisconsin feeling hopeful that the birds had a chance because different groups of people were able to work together to ensure their survival.
And our continued hope is that after taking a hard, fair, holistic look at the data, and really considering the pivotal role OM plays as ambassadors for Whooping Cranes, the USFWS and WCEP will reach a common sense decision: Give OM more time to fly.


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"Fishermen & Kings" | The Photography of Olive Edis | Alistair Murphy and Elizabeth Elmore | Published by the Norfolk Museum Service
New Olive Edis displays have opened at the Cromer Museum and a touring exhibition, "The Road to Ypres", will tour museums in Norfolk and further afield during 2017/2018.
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Thanks, Kayleigh,
The meeting with the social worker went well. She is going to do an assessment for CHC funding because of my increased care needs.
Thanks, Kayleigh,
The meeting with the social worker went well. She is going to do an assessment for CHC funding because of my increased care needs.
Trying to keep positive, but not always managing.
Hi Dina,
It's good to hear that the meeting went well. Hopefully they are able to provide carers very soon - do you have to wait to hear the outcome of the CHC application or can they provide any carers in the meantime?
I expect you've had a tiring day - hopefully your Nippy Machine will be quieter tonight, so that it's easier for you to sleep.
Love Kayleigh x
As I had a care package before I went into hospital, it should be fairly straightforward to have it reinstated. The CHC assessment will go at its own pace.
I've decided not to use the Nippy tonight - I can't face the noise. I already have a lot of noise coming from the pump for my air mattress so I really don't want anything more.
Hi Dina,
I hope you have a restful and peaceful sleep tonight.
It's good to hear you can get your usual care package back while the CHC application gets sorted.
Kayleigh x
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Hi Dina,
I know the Respiratory Nurse is coming today and will hopefully solve the problem for you but, Sod's Law being what it is, if the noise can't be replicated today, here are some things to consider and have all happened to me...
The reason I asked about the humidifier is that, if the moisture in the hose can't freely drain back into the water chamber, it causes a noise in the hose and mask - this is the usual culprit for me if the hose falls from its usual position of being draped over my bedhead, which allows for good drainage.
Check also before it's turned on that the water chamber is fully slotted into the hot plate and both tubes are securely attached to the chamber.
The humidifier setting may have been accidentally changed or may be too high, particularly if there's been a change in the weather.
Anyway, hope you can sleep well with the Nippy tonight! Btw, I put a folded blanket over my mattress pump which insulates the noise (without blocking the fan outlet/intake)
Love Ellie.
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Hi Dina,
Sometimes you can put the mattress air pump on the floor or on a stall to reduce any noise and vibration. Do make sure that it can't fall down.
Just a idea.
Love Terry
TB once said that "The forum is still the best source for friendship and information."
It will only remain so if new people post and keep us updated on things that work or don't work and tips.
Please post on old threads that are of use so that others see them and feel free to start new subjects and threads.
Thanks, Ellie. I saw the respiratory nurse today and she was pretty sure she knew what was causing the problem. She thinks that it needs a longer tube to the mask, so that it can lie flat. She has also fitted extenders onto the two short pipes on the humidifier and suggested that the humidifier is lower than the machine when in use. I will try what she suggested. If it doesn't sort it out, I will ring again.
Trying to keep positive, but not always managing.
Thanks, Terry. The pump is on the floor - I couldn't stand the racket when it hung on the end of the bed!
Trying to keep positive, but not always managing.
Hi Dina
I hope everything is going ok with your ventilation - hopefully the adjustments the respiratory nurse made to the machine worked and its no longer noisy.
Kayleigh x
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This is such a yummy thing to make if you happen to have some fresh peaches around. This comes from my favorite Amish cookbook—snazzed up a little.
Peach Long Cake
4 cups peaches, sliced & 1/2 cup organic sugar (evaporated cane juice)
2 cups flour (whole wheat pastry flour)
4 tsp. baking powder
6 Tbsp. organic sugar
3/4 tsp. salt
1/3 cup shortening (organic non-hydrogenated)
1 large egg, beaten
2/3 cup milk
1. Sprinkle sugar over sliced peaches. Set aside. (I left the skins on)
2. Sift Flour. Add baking powder, sugar and salt. Cut in shortening (I have used butter in the past). Add egg and milk, stir until well moistened. Spread dough into a well-greased 9x13 pan. Arrange peach slices over dough.
1/4 cup margarine (I used butter)
1/4 sugar
3 Tbsp. flour
1. Cream together all ingredients. Drop by spoonfuls over peaches.
2. Bake at 375 for 30 minutes. Serve warm with milk or whipped cream.
This is what it looks like when it's all done.
This is what is looked like when I served it!
I made the whip cream with organic whipping cream and a tsp. of vanilla and a tbsp. sugar. Then I sprinkled cinnamon sugar on top! Like the Christmas plate? I have a bunch of Christmas dessert dishes that I use all year because I like the size. :o)
If you decide to try it, I hope you love it as much as we do!
Mrs. Taffy