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Road To 2016
Grant White: "If their goal is BMX elite performance, we can help them achieve everything they're capable of."
BMX: Road To 2016 | British Cycling's Performance Programmes Explained
British Cycling BMX Olympic Performance Programme Team Roster | Join The Team
As inductions for the 2012/13 Olympic Performance Programmes take place, Grant White, British Cycling's Olympic BMX Coach, has detailed a series of "ambitious, but achievable targets" one year on from the launch of British Cycling's BMX Olympic Academy Programme, with a four year aim of more athletes scoring more UCI points and ultimately qualifying a maximum number of places for the Rio 2016 Olympic Games.
That ambition is born after the BMX Programme consisted of all four development pathways (Talent Team, Olympic Development, Olympic Academy and Podium), representing the formation of a complete squad for the first time.
Before November 2011, White described the team as being a collection of individuals. When he delivered a presentation to Olympic Development Programme athletes in 2010 – all of which are now on the Olympic Academy – his only tools to demonstrate the qualities exuded by a world or Olympic champion were limited to pen and paper.
Today however, White describes an enriched experience for a development athlete visiting British Cycling headquarters in Manchester.
"They can live it and feel it and breathe it. If their desire is to go along the pathway of BMX elite performance then we've got a great setup here to help them achieve everything they're capable of. Before I was trying to put a picture in the ODP athletes' mind on a bit of paper, but now when they visit they can see the picture and it's so much clearer. It shows the kids on Talent Team and Olympic Development Programme that this is real, they come and have camps, see the facility, the support staff and the whole system that's here."
But building that picture has been a long process, from the inception of the Programme to the adaption of the first six inductees.
"When these guys came on a year ago, it was the first time out of home for a lot of them, so they had to adapt to fending for themselves. For the first four to six months they were finding their feet – in life as well as in training. But that next six months onward we've seen some really strong gains in their training.
"In October we had a review of the athletes as each Programme does and showed where they were when they came on and where they are now, and it was like night and day in many different areas and I think we're starting to see that on the track."
White highlighted the final round of the UCI world cup, where Abbie Taylor finished third and Kyle Evans, Curtis Manaton and Grant Hill made it to the quarterfinals.
Although following Olympic competition White acknowledged attendance did not have a similar strength in depth to previous world cup rounds and that Taylor had some good fortune on her way to the podium, he remained certain about one thing; the influence the Olympic Academy had in the performance.
"I can't see Abbie's level as an individual being as high without the Academy. And I'm sure everyone on the Academy would say the same after year one. You saw two of the Academy guys make it through the time trials at the world championships which I thought was a pretty big achievement when racing against 175 elite men in their first year."
Despite no new athletes joining the 2012/13 squad, five of the six athletes from last year have been taken on for another 12 months and another is on a shorter review date. According to White, this high rate of continued membership wasn't a predetermined decision but due to the standard of application and he is already looking at the talent potential that exists for 2013/14.
For the six that will embark on their second year of full time, residential based Academy life, White reveals that targets have already been set.
"We've had meetings with all the individual athletes over the last couple of weeks, which they are happy with and they've all sat down and looked at it and said it's a big task but it's more than achievable. I can't think of any reason why we can't sit here in twelve months time and say we've ticked all of those aims off – both in training and competition.
"The reason I say that is because of the facilities we've got here, the support staff and the attitude of the athletes. They know from myself and Marcus (Bloomfield, British Cycling Olympic Academy coach) working with them day in day out it's what's expected and if you want to be on the Programme then that's what you have to do.
"Massive strides already, targets set and if they tick them off which I'm quite confident that they will then we're going to achieve some great results and some great things in the training environment.
"At Olympic Development Programme level we need to knuckle down, those guys need to get some hard work done. Probably no different to the work our current Academy guys did two years ago – the difference being that for the current athletes there's something at the end of the tunnel now."
That something is an Olympic Academy making real progression, targeting a home world cup in Manchester in 2013 and with a view to long term progression.
"We've got two women straight off that bat that can get results at world cups" White enthuses.
And in two years time I think these five Academy guys – along with a couple of other males who in the not too distant future could be thrown into that number as well – alongside Liam. I think you could have three to five or six scoring decent points.
"From the Programme's point of view in two years time (when the 2016 Olympic qualification process begins) if we've got the athletes who have the potential to score solid points and to do well, we will support them to a full schedule of world cup events. And perhaps we could have two to three men in 2016 so already by numbers we've potentially got a better chance. But not just by the numbers, but by the quality of those numbers.
"There's been a step from Beijing to London, it would have been nice to say a much bigger step but it is what it is and today we've got the path to look to progress that even further in four years time."
British Cycling's Road To 2016 will continue to follow the BMX Olympic Performance Programme in training and competition.


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.....anyone who plays them (instead of trying to get out of a snooker for example) is a waste of space and takes away from the spirit of the game..... in my humble opinion.............
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I totally agree with you and there are quite a few on here that do it too.
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So its been crossing my mind recently that I really should think about getting rid of my pram (the fact that it broke also pushed things along a little!) and I'm not going to lie the thought of going to without it is super scary… but Im trying step by step to ease my (and the little dudes) way into freeing him form the restraints of his pram and setting him free into the world. I find there are pros and cons to this…
I feel like in some ways freeing my little man from his pram is a major catch twenty-two; on one hand I love to see him roam free and let out his inner wild child as he adores the great outdoors and being at one with nature.
See our adventures in the great outdoors at Festivals, Country Parks and The National Trust.
It is only natural from kids to want to be kids and run, jump, explore and play. I know my small dude get so excited when he sees a big open space in a farm, the forest, beach or Country Park… and most of the time I let him run free and get all wild child on me; but then sometimes this can be totally detrimental as he sometimes doesn't understand the restraints and if the space is not enclosed there is the possibility he could run away and I spend a lot of time chasing or shouting for him to come back (which just makes me stressed and exhausted!)
However on the flip side, sometimes he is amazing!
I have actually forgotten the pram a few times recently and been faced with no option but prying that he honest run off or decide to have a meltdown in the middle of a shop which will undoubtedly result in angry and judgemental looks from passers by, not realising my inner turmoil and strength in trying to actually do the right thing and not stick my child in a pram forever more without learning the boundaries of certain environments.
I went on a trip to Hobbycraft recently and realised as I was parking up that I had not got the pram in the car and decided to do it on foot; mentally preparing myself for the atrocity that could potentially ensue…
It was a breeze!
I could not believe how incredibly well behaved he was… following me the whole way round, holding my had, waiting for me as I chose the correct shade of ribbon (he did admittedly slowly edge away from me but was looking at me the whole time and when I pointed out I couldn't see him anymore he came straight back without complaint!) AND waited in the queue AND while I payed!
The check out lady even commented on how amazingly patient he was!
I was so proud!
So there can be light at the end of the tunnel but I think maybe it's a slow process? Today he went back 'running into a vast empty field away from me' mode…
No one said it was going to be easy right?!
What are your thoughts on this? What do you find helps in ditching the pram?


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The Standard Model predicts that there are Four fundamental forces of Nature. Each of the forces is moderated by a Boson.
Gravity is by far the weakest of the forces, but because the 2 nuclear forces have such a short range and the Universe is generally electricly neutral, Gravity in fact rules the Universe.
The Uncertainty Principle
There are two Basic laws of Quantum Mechanics. One is the Exclusion Principle which states that no two particles can occupy the exact same quantum state (An idea we will return to later).
The other is the Uncertainty Priciple. Which says that the more we know about where a particle is located the less we know about its momentum. The more we know about its momentum, the less we know about its location.
How would we measure the location of an electron? Bounce light off it. But electrons are small and if you hit them with a with a photon of visible light which has a wavelength of 500 nm, you cannot pinpoint the location to within 500 nm (5,000 times the size of an atom). In order to pinoint the location to higher precision you need to use shorter wavelength photons. Like X-rays. But there is a problem. If you hit it with an X-ray you will give the electron a huge energy kick (X-rays have tons more energy than visible photons). That changes its momentum. So you gained info about the electrons location at the expense of its momentum.
Likewise to measure the momentum you would need to hit the electron with a low energy photon (say a microwave). But the wavelengths of a microwave are big (a few cm). You'll have no idea where the electron is to within a few cm.
This is not a technical issue. Again this is the way of nature.
Mathematically we can write the uncertainty principle as such:
xp h
Where h is Planck's constant. Alternatively, we may write it in terms of time and Energy:
Et h
Wave-Particle Duality
The electron behaves as both a wave and a particle. If we measure the location to greater and greater precision it is more like a particle. If we measure the momentum to greater and greater precision it is more like a wave, all smeared out with no certain location.
The Uncertainty principle leads to the idea that an electron can only be described by a probability that it will be in a certain location with a certain momentum (or have a certain energy within a certain time). In an atom we know the momentum/energy of the electron fairly well so the location is smeared out into a wave.
The interpretation of the electron as a wave within an atom helps us understand why it can only take on certain energy states. Think of the electron as a standing wave (a wave anchored on both ends which does not appear to travel along the distance but just vibrate in place). The electric force serves as the anchors for the electron to the nucleus. In a standing wave only certain wavelengths are allowed. So in the atom only certain wavelengths/energies are allowed for the electron to occupy.
The Sun: The Nearest Star
Photosphere: The Sun's visible "surface". It's the lowest level of the Sun's atmosphere. Its diameter is about 1.4 x 106 km (0.5° in the sky). In the core the temperature is about Tcore = 1.5 x 107 K. From there the temperature steadily decreases out to the photosphere where the temperature is about T = 5,800 K.
By monitoring long lived sunspots one can see that the Sun spins on its axis about once per month. (It's not equal, the higher latitudes move slower than equatorial ones: differential rotation)
Chromosphere: Thin layer (104 km). T 104 K (hotter than the photosphere). It's red due to the emission of photons from the electronic transition in Hydrogen from level 3 to level 2 (H- = 6563 Å)
Corona: Large, low-density envelope (T 2 x 106 K — lots of X-rays). Structure due to magnetic field.
Solar Wind: electrons and positive ions streaming from the Sun (v 500 km/s). Interacts with the planets' magnetic fields and with comets.
Solar Flare: Violent release of energy from the Sun. (T 5 x 106 !). The matter from these can sometimes collide with Earth causing radio communication disruptions and fantastic auroras.
Prominence: more gentle eruption on Sun's surface. Loops of gas following magnetic fields lines above the Chromosphere, glowing red (T 104 K).
Sunspots: dark blotches on the photosphere. Appear black or dark grey because they are around 2000 K cooler than their surroundings.
The Sun's surface (photosphere) is hot and opaque. That means that it acts as a thermal emitter. For thermal radiation there is a relationship between the amount of energy emitted per unit area per unit time, , and the Temperature, T. It's called the Stefan-Boltzmann Law:
Where is the Stefan-Boltzmann constant ( = 5.67 x 10-8 W m-2 K-4). So, we can see that for a thermal emitter a hot object emits much more energy than cold objects per unit area. This is why the temperature difference between the Sunspots and the surrounding Photosphere makes such a difference in brightness.
Sunspots are regions of strong magnetic fields that inhibit the rise of hot gas from below the photosphere.
Solar Activity Cycle: Sunspots, prominences, and flares are numerous during peaks of an 11 year cycle. Previous maxima were in 1990, and 2001.
The cycle is thought to be related to how the Sun rotates differentially and winds up and twists its magnetic field. The field becomes most twisted in 11 years and then breaks and reforms. The Solar cycle is thought to be related to climate changes on Earth.
What Makes the Sun Go?
We observe that the Sun is very massive, hot, and gives off an enormous luminosity. What holds the Sun up under its own weight? What is the energy source providing the luminosity?
Hydrostatic Equilibrium
Gas exerts a pressure outward, which resists the force of gravity. Pressure is a force per unit area. You may recall from chemistry that it is proportional to density and Temperature
(the perfect gas law: P = nkT, n is the number density of particles, k is another constant)
Toward the center of the Sun temperature and density increases and so then does the outward pressure. The Sun is at a point where the internal pressure outward exactly balances the force of gravity inward. This point of mechanical balance is called Hydrostatic equilibrium.
So pressure holds the Sun up. But what gives the particles their kinetic energy (Temperature) which allows such high pressures?
Could it be simple gravitational contraction, turning gravitational potential energy into kinetic energy? No? This could only provide the Sun with the needed energy for about 25 Million years. We know that the Solar System is more like 4.6 Billion years old. The early Protosun used gravitational contraction, but the Sun could not still be using it as a primary energy source.
What if the Sun were undergoing Chemical Burning? Is it "on fire"? No, that cannot be it either. Detailed calculations show that Chemical burning could provide the needed energy for only a few thousand years. Clearly not enough.
In the center of the Sun the conditions are so hot (T = 1.5 x 107 K) and dense that atoms have all of their electrons stripped away from them, they are completely ionized. Thus we have atomic nuclei (mostly hydrogen, single protons) all zipping to and fro in the core. Conditions are ripe for nuclear reactions which can produce a long-term energy source for the Sun.
Nuclear Fusion
In chemical reactions the electrons of atoms and molecules interact and reconfigure themselves into different energy states. When they configure themselves into states that have lower energy than the initial states energy is released: exothermic reactions.
For atomic nuclei the principle is the same; they interact with other atomic nuclei to make new configurations that have less energy than initially (more tightly bound) thus releasing energy in the reaction. (this reaction involves the strong nuclear force which is the strongest of the 4 fundamental forces of nature)
An Example:
2He4 is more tightly bound than 41H1, so energy is emitted. It turns out that the Helium nucleus has less mass than the sum of 4 individual protons. In the reaction 0.7% of the mass of 41H1 is converted to energy:
E = mc2
(In the Sun, 600 million tons of H -> He every second!!)
The reason we need hot temperatures and high densities for nuclear reactions to occur is that the strong nuclear force is a very short range force.
The electric force makes protons repel one another.
The nuclei (protons) have to be moving very fast and have enough near collisions with each other so that they can get close enough for the strong nuclear force to take effect.
Once it does it is far, far stronger than the electrical repulsion that the protons feel.
Iron (Fe) – 26 protons – has the most tightly bound nucleus, so fusion of nuclei up to Fe will release energy.
Fission of heavier nuclei into lighter one also releases energy, for example 92U238, but these nuclei are very rare and don't contribute any energy to the star.
Nuclear power plants and the orginal atomic bombs use fission reactions. The so-called H-bomb is actually a fission bomb which implodes to cause a fusion reaction that subsequently explodes.
Fusion on Earth for power has yet to be successfully achieved. Reactions still require more energy to get them going that we get back from them. When we eventually work out the kinks Fusion energy will solve the World's energy problem. It produces tons of energy and the bi-products are not radioactive.
By mass, Sun is 70% H, 28% He, and 2% heavier elements: Lot's of raw material to fuse ! The Sun can fuse hydrogen into helium for about 10 Billion years before running out of fuel. So the Sun is a middle-aged star, 5 Billion down, another 5 billion to go.
NOTE: The photons produced in the core take millions of years to leak out from the core out to the photosphere where they then stream away freely into cold, dark space.
Solar Neutrinos:
Several reactions can occur depending on the temperature of the core. Net Effect: conversion of 4 protons to a Helium nucleus (2 protons + 2 neutrons) plus energy.
The reaction that converts 4 protons to a He nucleus involves the conversion of protons into neutrons.
neutrinos () have very little (if any) mass, and travel near the speed of light. They hardly react with anything. They can escape directly from the core, unlike photons. Hence we can observe them to probe directly the conditions in the core of the Sun.
To do this we build giant tanks filled with a liquid compound akin to cleaning solution and put them far underground. Since neutrinos hardly react to anything we expect to detect only 1 neutrino per day interacting with the liquid in the tank! We actually detect about a third fewer!
Most probable solution is that neutrinos have some (non-zero) mass which allows them to mutate from one kind of neutrino to another. We can only currently detect electron neutrinos, which are those produced in the center of the Sun.
SOURCE http://cse.ssl.berkeley.edu LEC12


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"Lord of the heavens and the earth and whatever is between them - so worship Him and have patience for His worship. Do you know of any similarity to Him?" Maryam [16:65] Growing up, the importance of worshiping Allah alone and not committing shirk (associating partners with Allah in worship), was constantly emphasized. My mum … Continue reading Tawheed – a liberation from oppression
Ramadan Muslims
As people, we make mistakes, going about our day to day live's doing things that we may know are completely wrong or forbidden, enticed by the 'sweet' whispers of the Shaytan. However, when it comes time to Ramadan, the sudden opportunity for change presents itself. Where you didn't pray or perhaps wear hijab you find … Continue reading Ramadan Muslims
Being SMART During The Last 10 Days
Nabiha started Ramadan with a good kick, zealous to complete her goals and take the steps towards the changes she wanted in her life. She was extremely excited, following her strict regime 'To a T'. Extremely careful not to skip a day, for she had made up her mind to change and make the most … Continue reading Being SMART During The Last 10 Days
Choosing Allah
She wakes up. Delicately rises from her bed, and whispers a prayer, grateful to be alive one more day. She walks towards her bathroom and begins her morning routine. After exiting the bathroom, she walks towards her beauty shelf, and gazes with wonder at the sight of the beautiful makeup. Her limbs freeze as she … Continue reading Choosing Allah
Repentance and Forgiveness
Many times in life, you come across certain individuals who persistently commit sins and do not seek the forgiveness of Allah, they believe with full certainty that they will not receive His mercy and consequently choose to increase in evil deeds. This is a grave mistake and misunderstanding. Allah assures us in the Quran that … Continue reading Repentance and Forgiveness
Overeating During Ramadan
Ramadan is the time of year where people go crazy with food! We have soups, samosas, cakes, sweets, juices, tea, coffee, dates, you name it! The list could go on all day! However, we must have self control and understand that our body has rights over us, we should be careful what we put in … Continue reading Overeating During Ramadan
The Miracles of the Prophets: Part 3 – Prophet Mohammed
Prophet Isa and Musa were given miracles distinct to their time, that amazed the minds of those around them, their stories forever etched in history. However, this begs the question. What about the Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, who was sent not merely to convey the message to a certain people, but rather … Continue reading The Miracles of the Prophets: Part 3 – Prophet Mohammed


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A step in the right direction to become Latin America's investments powerhouse in the future
Read our article in the Cayman Financial Review Magazine, eversion
To this aim, the newly elected government of
Panama has, during 2010, enacted a broad tax reform aimed at attracting
investment to the country as well as improving its investment grade rating.
With regards to its tax policy, this reform has included the reduction of
income tax rates, deductions and the number of tax brackets for both
individuals and corporations from 30 per cent to 27.5 per cent in 2010 and to
25 per cent beginning in 2011 with some exceptions such as banks and
telecommunications industries, among others1.
has also increased the VAT rate from 5 per cent to 7 per cent and modified some
of it exceptions, reclassified certain foreign source income as Panamanian
source income and eliminated the alternative income tax calculation for
corporations with annual earnings up to US$ 1.5 million.
central government considers that all these measures will increase Panama´s
competitiveness in the region by making it a more attractive and secure place
for foreign investments and by enhancing its place as a regional financial
With regards to the
tax reform in the international sphere, Panama has recently negotiated fourteen
Treaties for the Avoidance of Double Taxation2, ten
of which have already been signed with Mexico, Barbados, Singapore, Spain,
Portugal, Luxembourg, Italy, South Korea, Singapore and Qatar.
The treaty with
Mexico is already in force3 and it is expected that the other treaties
will enter into force in January of 2012. All these treaties possess an
exchange of information clause that includes an anti blocking statute provision
intended to ensure that the limitations on the exchange of information are not
used to prevent such exchange in case the information is held by banks, other
financial institutions, nominees, agents, fiduciaries, etc.
Additionally, Panama
has enacted transfer pricing regulations in its domestic law as well as in the
tax treaties signed to comply with OECD standards and to reaffirm its
commitment to international fiscal transparency.
It is also worth
mentioning that on 30 November, 2010, the government of Panama signed a Tax
Information Exchange Agreement with the government of the United States4. This agreement allows, among
other things, the exchange of tax information with retroactive effect from 30
November, 2007.
With all these reforms, Panama
hopes that the OECD removes it from the "grey list" and elevates it to the
"white list", signalling that Panama is not a tax haven but a solid,
transparent and trustworthy regional financial centre with a lot of potential
for future investment.
- Rates for these types of companies will start to decrease in 2012 from 30% to 27.5% and to 25% in 2014.
- Treaties for the Avoidance of Double Taxation have been negotiated with: Mexico, Barbados, the Netherlands, Spain, Qatar, Singapore, Belgium, South Korea, Luxembourg, Portugal, Czech Republic, Ireland, France and Italy.
- Published in the Official Gazette of the Republic of Panama No. 26.548 dated June 4th, 2010. The provisions of the Treaty are enforceable from 1 January, 2011.
- Published in the Official Gazette of the Republic of Panama No. 26767, dated 18 April, 2011.


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Don't get me wrong I like to have fun as much as the next person, but I never hold out much hope when invited to karaoke parties. My reasons? Mainly, I can't sing high-octave pop songs and I'm allergic to seafood, which pretty much rules out singing—or eating—at most karaoke spots. However, that all changed on a recent trip to Japas 27.


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Computers and also the Internet provide various new methods that have been incorporated for that processing of ordinary business activities, growing bigger and being customized enough where it's heavily integrated in the present structures.
Without the significance of electronic technology, routine tasks that now just take moments, because of the computer, would certainly took hrs, even days for that compiling of knowledge alone.
The significance of electronic technology in communications is how news is most known as upon. Among the fastest developing industries on the planet, the mobile phone has revolutionized the way you live and talk to one another and also the world.
Everybody really wants to learn whenever a new innovation within the mobile phone market is unveiled. Adding the web, in addition to Gps navigation satnav systems, sent the communications industries staggering towards the bank underneath the weight from the money being made.
Technology within the Health-care system alone has already established lengthy reaching effects. The rate and storage ability of computers has simplified and elevated the efficiency from the documentation systems, this being just the tip from the technological iceberg.
Many hospital systems connect entire departments, using their doctors towards the accounting departments, pharmacy, and billing. All make use of a system known as HIS. His can be a (hospital information system). His can be software utilized by all hospitals and integrates many of their departments.
In my opinion inroads in the area of electronic technology within the Education System have to be explored more extensively. The crazy price of a great higher education borders around the arena of criminal larceny.


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Lorie Yauney, SPHR, was elected by members of the Professional Insurance Agents Southern Alliance to serve as their Chair Person at their recent Annual Meeting. The PIA Southern Alliance is the nation's sixth largest PIA affiliate, serving agents in Alabama, Georgia, and Mississippi.
Ms. Yauney currently serves as Chief Operating Officer of J. Smith Lanier & Co., and is based in West Point, Georgia. Lorie is a graduate of Chadron State College, Chadron, Nebraska, where she earned a BA degree in Business Administration with a minor in Psychology. Recently, Lorie has been nominated to serve on the Marsh & McLennan Agency Strategic IT Council.
Lorie has been an active volunteer with PIA for the past fourteen-years, serving as CIC, CISR, and Education Committee Chair before being elected to PIA's Executive Board in 2009.
In her acceptance speech Lorie said, "I appreciate the support and confidence of my colleagues in electing me to this leadership position. I look forward to working collaboratively with agents in all three states served by PIA South."
Jerry Duke, PIA CEO stated, "I have been fortunate to work with many talented men and women, each possessing unique characteristics of leadership and management skills. Lorie has always been an active supporter of not only J. Smith Lanier employees, she has taken a proactive role in advocating for the America Agency System. She has never turned down a request to help all our members, regardless of agency affiliation. PIA is very fortunate to have Lorie as our 2018-2019 Chair."
Originally founded in 1937 as the Mutual Insurance Agents of Georgia, PIA has operated continuously for the past 80 years. Today, PIA South, three-state alliance, was launched in March 2017 and is an organization dedicated to effectively preserving and advocating the independent agency system as a value-added distribution method, and to the development and availability of programs, products, and services that partner with our members and customers in sustaining and advancing their operations in Alabama, Georgia, and Mississippi.
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The kantele construction was finished prior to the end of my summer break, about one week before I returned to school to teach for Fall 2015 semester. I started this blog on August 12, and finished the kantele construction posts on August 24th. Creating the instrument and this blog were part of a professional development project. There are several remaining components of the project. I composed a song that will use the kantele as the main melody instrument. I am currently developing the parts for other accompanying instruments and will record the song using multi-track digital recording software.
Installing Strings
Installing kantele strings is a bit of a challenge the first time around. The music wire I used is very hard and can have dangerous, sharp ends. There is a very specific way to install the strings successfully; precision is necessary to prevent small ends of sharp wire from sticking out and creating injuries when handling the instrument. I had the experience of being punctured and cut with it several times while making the looped string ends and while handling other instruments where it wasn't done properly. I was therefore very motivated to do the final installation properly.
Varras Technique
Strings are attached first to the varras. The loop is pulled under the varras from the bottom. A needle nose pliers is very helpful at this stage. The string is then pulled through the loop and pulled taught.
Zither Pin String Technique
- At the other end of the instrument, the string is inserted through the hole in the zither pin and then clipped off leaving about 2 ½ to 3 inches of extra string sticking through.
- The extra string is pulled back flush with the side of the pin so it doesn't stick out.
- The tuning pin is tightened about one half turn.
- The string is pulled back taught to make a bend or becket in the string that will hold it in the hole in the zither pin without slipping.
- The string is then held taught with one hand while winding with a tuning key until tight. The turns are watched carefully while winding. Pressure from the hand and fingers holding the string is also used to push the winds of the string close together on the tuning pin.
Installing Zither Pins
A previously noted in an August 18th post, standard 3/16 inch zither pins are used to hold and tune the strings on the kantele. The holes for the pins must be drilled 1 ¼ inch deep and as close to vertical as possible. A drill press was used to ensure that the holes were the right depth and perfectly vertical in the instrument. I thank Charlie Engle for his assistance and the use of his drill press to complete this step.
The standard zither pins must be inserted until 7/8 inch is left above the surface of the instrument before the strings are attached. The pins can be tapped in a bit with a hammer and then turned with the tuner to the right height, or they can be be more quickly hammered in all the way to the correct height. I implemented the second method and used a 7/8-inch thick piece of wood with a hole drilled in it to stop the hammer at the right distance. As the last few pins were installed I began to feel a sense of excitement and anticipation – all I had remaining to do was install the strings and the instrument would be complete!
Making Loop End Strings
The modern kantele has a unique, metallic, bell-like quality to its sound. The strings are attached to the instrument by wrapping them around a metal bar called a varras, which is in turn fastened to the top of the instrument by a wooden holding bracket called a ponsi. I think this steel varras is responsible for enhancing the metallic characteristics in the tone of the instrument. From the varras the strings run directly to zither type tuning pegs at the other end of the instrument.
Loop end strings are required to wrap around the varras. Since individual loop end strings are relatively expensive and not readily available in local music stores in desired gauges, I decided to purchase bulk music wire and make my own.
First, string length and gauge need to be determined and noted. Extra length is added to the actual string length for wrapping around the zither pins (2-3 inches) and winding the loop end of the strings (I added about 4-5 inches).
A number of tools and materials are needed to wind the string loops. They are shown and labeled in the picture below. The "loop winder" was made by drilling a hole in the end of an old paint roller extension handle and installing a screw eye. The screw eye had to have a gap large enough to remove the looped strings from inside the eye. I had several pairs of wire cutters and pliers on hand, but none of them would cut the hardened music wire which I had purchased. The stuff is tough! I had to go out and purchase a pair of induction hardened wire cutters appropriate for the task from the local home center. A vise is also essential, to hold the wire firm while winding the loops. I tried to do this in my apartment without the vise and it is nearly impossible.
Each string is gripped in the vise and placed inside the screw eye. The string is then pulled taught with one hand and rotated about four or five complete turns using the loop winder tool held in the other hand.
The music wire is then pulled taught at a different angle to allow it to be wrapped back in the other direction for several turns in order to lock the loop. The extra end of the string that was held in the vise is cut off as close to the winding as possible in order to eliminate any sharp ends sticking out.
Finish Tests
The final finish on the kantele wound up being a simple, clear polycrylic coating. However, I had many other extensive ideas for finishing and decorating the kantele that I tested as part of the building process.
I thought I might use colored stains or dyes, acrylic paints and possibly inlays on the instrument. I tested Minwax water based blue stain and clear polycrylic coating and General Finishes water based blue dye and water based top coat as two choices for the basic overall finish. I wanted to incorporate colored wood grain within the overall visual design. At the recommendation of several finishing experts accessed online and in stores, I tested the stain and dye choices several ways in order to minimize the potential for blotching which is common when applying stains to birch. Minwax stain was tested in combination with a prior application of pre-stain conditioner, while the General Finishes dye was tested with a prior application of water. Both choices were also tested straight on the wood without any pre-applications. I also tested using acrylic paint, Pearl Ex metallic powders and several brands of water-based paint pens in combination with the Minwax and General Finishes products. I eliminated the idea of inlay because it would have required the purchase of several additional tools I didn't have access to.
I had several ideas of decorative design possibilities for the kantele. One possible design mockup created in Photoshop is shown above. I also thought I might include Finish petroglyphs or figure elements from Finish shaman drums as design elements because of connections I made between these two simple yet powerful instruments. The reasons for this were interesting, but complex and beyond the scope of the blog at this point. Some samples of these drawn with paint pens are shown in the test image below.
I much preferred the General Finishes dye and top coat to the Minwax stain and polycrylic coating. The dye was the right color and created a sense depth and enhanced the wood grain, although some blotching was evident. The Minwax stain was dull and a less attractive color in comparison.
When I tested the top coats over the acrylic paints and paint pens I encountered some problems. The top coats smeared the paint pens. I tested acrylic varnish spray over the paint pens to fix them before applying the top coats but it affected the look somewhat and I questioned how varnishes would react with the top coats. I also learned from an acrylic paint manufacturer that the paints I intended to use should cure two weeks before being covered by the top coats. I did not have time for this due to work related deadlines, so I opted to not do a complex surface design.
Final Finish of the Instrument
I decided to save the General Finishes stain and top coat for a future project that I would have time to complete exactly as I desired. I used the Minwax Polycrylic coating as a finish over the bare wood. This was an unfortunate decision. Although the finish adequately protects and brings out the grain and beauty of the wood, it is very difficult to get a smooth, professional finish with this product. The first couple of coats worked well, but three minimum are recommended. The final coat kept bubbling and showing brush strokes. I repeatedly sanded and reapplied the finish (many, many, times!), following every instruction and recommendation on how to apply the product. I honestly spent several hours every day for a week re-sanding and re-finishing the kantele in an attempt to get a good finish. I finally gave up and accepted an imperfect result. While the finish is adequate, a close inspection will show the problem areas. So this is one aspect of the project with which I am a bit dissatisfied.
Drilled Zither Pin Holes
Standard 3/16 inch zither pins are used to hold and tune the strings on the kantele. The holes for them must be drilled 1 ¼ inch deep and as close to vertical as possible. A drill press was used to ensure that the holes were the right depth and perfectly vertical in the instrument. I thank Charlie Engle for the use of his drill press and assistance in completing this step. The drill stand base was not large enough to support the kantele properly. Charlie helped by holding and supporting the instrument in the awkward positions that were needed to drill some of the holes as I operated the drill press.
Plugging Screw Holes and Gluing the Ponsi
The countersunk screw holes on the sides of the kantele were filled with walnut plugs. These were hammered in with a little wood glue using a wood block to protect the instrument. Would I be able to build the kantele using a construction method that required countersunk screw holes? At first, I didn't know how feasible it would be to do this. I certainly didn't want to have holes in the side of the instrument unless they could be filled or plugged. I knew there were specialized tools that could drill holes and make plugs that would match, but I didn't want to buy another specialized tool. I was relieved to find that I could purchase pre-made plugs that could fit the holes for the size screw head I would use.
The ponsi was carefully placed and glued to the top of the instrument. All surfaces were then carefully sanded to prepare for the finish coats.


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REUTERS - A Wisconsin woman trying to protect her "wholesome" image failed to persuade a federal appeals court to hold Google Inc (GOOG.O) liable because searches for her name could lead people to advertisements for drugs to treat sexual dysfunction.
The 7th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in Chicago said on Wednesday Beverly Stayart did not show that Google violated Wisconsin privacy laws by misusing her name to generate advertising revenue.
Stayart claimed that a search for "bev stayart" on the world's largest search engine generates a recommended search for "bev stayart levitra," which can direct users to websites that offer treatments for male erectile dysfunction.
The Elkhorn, Wisconsin resident said this was at odds with her "positive and wholesome image" linked to her advocacy for animal rights, her research in genealogy, her published poems and her MBA degree from the University of Chicago.
But a three-judge appeals court panel said Google's alleged improper use of Stayart's name fell within the "public interest" and "incidental use" exceptions to Wisconsin's misappropriation laws, either of which would doom the lawsuit.
Circuit Judge Ann Claire Williams wrote that the search "bev stayart levitra" was a matter of public interest because Stayart had made it one by suing Google, and by previously suing rival Yahoo Inc YHOO.O over similar claims, which she lost.
Williams also said that nothing in Stayart's lawsuit suggested a "substantial rather than incidental" link between her name and Google's effort to use it to generate revenue.
Stayart's lawyer did not immediately respond to requests for comment. The decision took the 7th Circuit more than 11 months after oral arguments to issue. It upheld a March 2011 ruling by U.S. District Judge Lynn Adelman in Milwaukee.
Bayer AG (BAYGn.DE) and GlaxoSmithKline Plc (GSK.L) sell Levitra, also known by its chemical name, vardenafil.
The case is Stayart v. Google Inc, 7th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals, No. 11-03012.
Reporting by Jonathan Stempel in New York; Editing by Bernadette Baum


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IP camera technology is growing at a rapid pace. If you want to take advantage of some the more advanced features and analytics, you'll need IP Camera Software. Even though the software is relatively inexpensive, it still provides you with valuable features that allow the capability to view, record, archive and review footage from your remote or local IP security camera. IP camera software or "NVR software" varies in their features and capabilities. Digital archiving, access type, camera auto-detection, access to live and stored footage, and other PTZ capabilities change from one software to another.
IP Security Cameras are all the rage. At 2MCCTV, we receive many requests for IP over analog security cameras. Besides, a large number of customers want us to upgrade our systems from analog to IP. Customers who want any of these services can call 2MCCTV on – 1-877-926-2288.
IP Security Cameras are higher resolution cameras which are perfect for homes and businesses. The IP Security Cameras at 2MCCTV have their own IP address and built-in computing functions to handle network communication. The unit comprises everything required for viewing images over the network. At 2MCCTV, they carry complete IP surveillance Camera Systems.
The IP Security Camera at 2MCCTV provides real solutions to businesses and government facilities. The IP Security Cameras have proven resourceful when identifying objects at a distance as they are able to zoom in without losing image quality. IP Security Cameras have various advantages such as ease of installation. Users just need to plug and play.
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81 wins for a team means they are assured they can finish no worse than .500. However, if you have 80 wins in August, you'll finish above .500, guaranteed. You'll most likely make the playoffs, too. Of course, barring catastrophic injuries or a strike.
On the radio, Tom Kent brought us back into the 80s on either Friday, Saturday, or Sunday night, dependent on where you are in the nation and what radio station you listen to. For me, it was Saturday night. In 2019, I bring you back into the 80s, by breaking down the teams that reach 80 wins. We had two that reached that mark last night. Let's get to work. Continue reading


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Strong international press attendance for Copenhagen Fashion Week SS19
Strong international press attendance for Copenhagen Fashion Week SS19
Each season, Copenhagen Fashion Week invites a selected group of international press to cover the fashion week and create awareness of our talented Danish designers. It's thus with great pleasure and pride that we present this season's international CFW press group:
Harling Ross, Man Repeller
Caroline Grosso, W Magazine
Jade Frampton, Harper's Bazaar US
Pauline Breeuwsma, Vogue NL
Anna Barr, FY! Magazine
Acielle Tanbetova, Style du Monde
Alyssa Vingan, Fashionista
Max Grobe, Highsnobiety
Simone Sniekers, Haper's Bazaar NL
Sophie Jordan, Mytheresa.com DE
Lisa Blakeley, Farfetch
Gary Armstrong, GQ Style
Charlotte Schnitzspahn, TextilWirtschaft
Dido Mani, Elle Netherlands
Suzanne Pendlebury, Matches Fashion
Joanna Fu, Hypebeast
Emma Thomas, Mr. Porter
Alex Catarinella, L'Officiel
Jenny Walton, The Sartorialist
This season we've had the opportunity to expand the list. In a combined effort with our main partner, Boozt.com, we have focused on establishing an even stronger hospitality programme – taking the first steps this season and following with even more power in the seasons to come. The strong line-up will be joining us for Copenhagen Fashion Week 7-10 August 2018.


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|Super5 Green Fountain Pen
Today I would like to salute you with a fountain pen from Germany. Hallo! Super5 is a rather new brand and they are making not just fountain pens you have seen an example in the photo but also inks which I think they get them produced by Rohrer&Klingner. They have a head start in the fountain pen community by this way.
|Super5 Fountain Pen
Super5 fountain pen has a metal body coated in plastic. And by this way, it is an affordable alternative for those who find Lamy Safari or Lamy Al-Star light-weighted. Pen itself is quite simple and plain and it has no branding except this subtle one shown in the photo.
|Super5 Clips
The only problem might be the black paint of the clips are getting chipped off. The cap on the other hand is a quite solid click cap.
|Super5 Nib
Super5 fountain pen has a very plain, steel nib embossed with only "Super5" branding. It is a medium nib. However it is very very smooth. I always say this, it is not about a nib being gold but it should be well adjusted and there should be good quality control. Another example for this is the Bexley fountain pens.
|Super5 Fountain pen writing sample
I used my Super5 with Kaweco Paradise Blue ink and I liked it a lot. This pen is about 25 Euros. If you don't like Lamy design or Kaweco is too small for you or you don't like crew caps for daily use and if you prefer pens a bit heavier than Safari or Kaweco sport, you can check out Super5 fountain pens.
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Energy Efficient windows may be a great savings inside the home, but their effect on your landscaping can cause you just the opposite situation, as magnified rays are reflected from your windows directly onto vulnerable leaf tissue.
For several years I have observed the damage in turf grass and garden plants caused by the radiant heating that comes off of new energy efficient windows. In areas exposed to full summer sun for more than 8 hours a day, I have measured temperatures up to and exceeding 160 degrees beamed directly onto plant material. Plants that normally seem healthy fall through spring will begin to show leaf scorch, and die back to the ground. Areas around your house that were lush and green prior to your window installation now look dry and damaged through the hottest summer weather.
How To Discover If Damage Is Due To Energy Efficient Windows:
- Monitor your plant life from summer to fall, and spring to summer. Look for drastic changes in leaf production related to warm weather months that are not due to visible pests, and that change once again in the milder months. Does the problem seem to self correct in cooler months? Do your shrubs lose leaves at the top, and continue to produce leaves and shoots from the roots?
- Check to angle of light on your plants. Physically move into the effected planting beds, or turf area. Place yourself, or your hand over the plant, and see if you can cast a shadow over the plant. Energy Efficient Windows have built in layers of glass in them and cast light in several directions. An area experiencing burn-out due to these windows will not show a true shadow, and while a plant you are leaning over will remain totally lit, a very light shadow will appear somewhere far from the actual plant. Any shadow that appears under these conditions will have light refraction shining through it, and have holes of light in it, appearing far too light to be an actual shadow.
- When looking for a shadow and excessive light over your plants with your hand or body, see if the area you are standing in feels dramatically hotter than the air around you. Regardless of how hot the air may be, an area in full sun with light reflecting on it will be significantly hotter. Windows will reflect heat like a magnifying glass onto you and your plants, and you will be able to discern the difference between this heat, and that of prior windows.
How To Minimize The Effect On Your Landscaping:
- Water your plants once per day or every other day to help keep the plant or turf area alive through the hottest days of summer. Complete all watering on lawn areas after 6PM in the evening, or in the early morning, to ensure that water droplets have evaporated before the reflective heat reaches the area. In planting beds provide ground level water, with drip hoses, or direct spray below the leaf line to hydrate the plants. Water droplets on leaves during peak sun hours magnify the light even more onto the leaf tissue, and guarantee large amounts of damage.
- Change the type of plants you plant in effected areas. Keep bulbs and flowers in effected areas during the spring and fall months, but leave the summer flowers out of these areas. Concentrate on planting bushes in these areas that can take more heat than the delicate leaves and flowers of perennials, and annuals.
- Adjust the shape of your garden beds if the damage can't be altered by water alone. Low windows that begin two to three feet off the ground give your plants no break from the sunlight from the moment the sun rises, and begin to radiate heat on your plants early on in the day. Spend some time on a Saturday morning with string or measuring tape, and set them in the lawn or garden to denote and give yourself a visual marker of where the reflective light moves under your windows. Once you have a good idea of which areas are the worst effected by the excessive heat move the boundary lines and shapes of your garden beds to protect your plants and transplant the landscaping in the greatest danger of sun scorch.
I have found that the worst and lasting damage appears around apartment buildings, where stacks of windows on the side of a building concentrate their burning light on a limited area. Large bay windows can also be culprits when you see this type of burn damage.
Creativity can be a great asset when you discover this problem in your yard. Tackle the tips in this list slowly, and avoid transplanting your damaged plants in the midst of the summer months, to prevent adding transplant stress to your plants current issues. Use the early fall months to rearrange and shuffle your plants around. If you aren't sure what shape bed to adjust your landscaping to fit, place a garden hose in several shapes in your garden, or on your bushes, and watch how the light plays around it for a few days. Once you find a shape you like that will protect your plants from the worst of the radiant heat, you are ready to re-design your bed! For turf areas that repeatedly die back, build a re-seeding program into your fall yard work plans to combat empty spots in your turf, and ensure a constant crop of grass.
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Out of Sight
Time Out says
A splendid reminder of just how assured, intelligent and involving Soderbergh's movies can be. Working from Scott Frank's exemplary adaptation of Elmore Leonard's novel, the director deftly mixes suspense, comedy and romance, and generates considerable erotic tension. Bank robber Clooney and ambitious federal marshal Lopez - whose first brush with each other comes when he holds her hostage in a car trunk while escaping from prison - circle one another irresistibly but warily, both knowing she'll put him away if she can. This evidently ill-starred relationship is the pulsating heart of the film, but there are more than enough subplots involving a host of vividly drawn characters to prevent the unlikely pair's courtship from becoming cute, obvious or overbearingly smart. All the performances are first rate, while the pace, wit and low key concern with questions of honour, professionalism and loyalty are wholly in keeping with Leonard's perky, deceptively effortless style. Most impressive, though, is how Soderbergh keeps every ingredient simmering enticingly while sacrificing none of his storytelling subtlety. The finest Leonard adaptation to date, and a rare example of a Hollywood film that's adult, ambitious and terrific entertainment.
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A rainy day didn't get in the way of this couple tying the knot and having the wedding of their dreams. All photos by Mary Rose Photography.
Ed and Allison, on how they met…
"We met on Christmas Day back in 2009. We were both going on a Habitat for Humanity trip to Bogalusa, Louisiana that was organized by a mutual friend's family. We spent the week building a house for a really great family in need."
Ed and Allison, on how they knew they were perfect for each other…
"We seemed to instantly jump to a point in our friendship that felt comfortable. We never had an awkward 'getting to know each other' phase- we were immediately in constant contact and setting up time to make the 3 hour drive to see each other before we were even dating. There was a natural connection that we just can't explain that continues to draw us closer."
Allison, on why they decided to tie the knot in Chicago…
Ed was born and raised in the Chicago suburb of Park Ridge and I moved to the area in 2013 from western Michigan. I knew I wanted to be very hands on in every part of the wedding planning process and it was easier to do that with a local wedding.
Allison, on first looks, rainy days, and pulling off the perfect wedding…
"To maintain my calm, I knew I needed to see Ed before the ceremony so we planned for a first look on a bridge over the river in St. Charles. We ended up with some of the most amazing photos to capture the day…"
"…I expected to be a mess throughout the entire day, but I woke up calm and excited to marry Ed. Not even the weatherman who was predicting a dreary, dismal day could ruin my mood. We spent the morning apart and getting ready with our closest friends and family. Happy tears fell when we read the letters we had exchanged in place of gifts."
Ed, on his favorite memory from his wedding day….
"Taking pictures right after the first look and being able to spend some time with the people closest to us right before the ceremony was a great way to ease our minds and prepare for the rest of the day. We were able to goof around, listen to some music and just enjoy the fact that in a few hours we would be getting married."
Allison, on her favorite memories from her wedding day…
"During the ceremony, Ed's brother (who was officiating) had us take the time to look at each other and all the people surrounding us on our wedding day and really take it all in. The day moves so quickly and becomes a blur at times, but that moment will stick with me forever…"
"…The reception was exactly what we had hoped for. All the details (flowers, table designs, cakes, etc) I had obsessed over for the last year had come together better that I imagined…"
"…The dance floor was packed and a traditional dance off between Ed and his cousin kept it even more entertaining!"
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Terror Name Check System Flawed
Visas were issued to 105 foreign men who should have been prevented from entering the United States because their names appeared on government lists of suspected terrorists, congressional investigators have found.
The visas have since been revoked, but it is possible that some or all of the men were able to enter the United States, officials said. The General Accounting Office, which initiated the probe, is attempting to determine their whereabouts, according to congressional sources familiar with the case.
Under a security system first created in November 2001 called "Visas Condor," State Department applications for visas to enter the United States from certain national groups were to be checked against possible terrorist names in FBI and CIA databases. Men in these groups between 16 and 45 had to wait up to 30 days for the check before a visa could be issued.
However, the GAO found, until recently the name check system did not work properly as responsibility for it shifted between the Justice Department and FBI, the CIA, the State Department and the multi-agency Foreign Terrorist Tracking Task Force formed by
President Bush in October 2001.
Few names initially forwarded by the State Department, known as "cables," were checked by either the CIA or FBI, congressional investigators said.
By April 2002, when the terror task force assumed control of the system, the FBI had a backlog of some 8,000 unchecked names from the State Department. Of the 38,000 "Condor" applications subsequently processed through Aug. 1, 2002, about 280 names turned up on the anti-terrorism lists.
The State Department was given a refusal recommendation for 200 visa applicants, but that came after the 30-day hold had expired - meaning the visas had already been issued. Because of misspelled or duplicate names, GAO officials now believe these visas were actually issued to about 105 men whose names appear on the anti-terror lists.
In many cases, U.S. officials say the refusal recommendation was made simply because there wasn't enough information available about the applicant. But it remains possible that some of the men had real terrorist connections.
Much of the information about the situation was made public last month in a GAO report addressing broader visa questions, but it was largely overlooked. The Chicago Tribune reported on the matter in Tuesday's editions.
Justice Department officials had no immediate comment Tuesday, but in a response to the GAO report a senior official said the FBI and the terror task force have taken steps to eliminate the backlog of names and work more closely with the State Department on streamlining the process.
Under another change made in September, the FBI has initial authority to check the names, then forwards those with a possible match to the State Department - which then has the CIA do another screening for terrorist connections.
"We are confident that our handling of Condor cables will remain responsive and timely, without sacrificing security," wrote Robert Diegelman, acting assistant attorney general for administration.
State Department officials hope to reduce review time for the Condor applications for those with no FBI records to 10 days or less.
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Oct 1: First Day of my trip!
After 6 hrs flights, I got to KL airport, I was really excited…my holiday is getting started.
BUT, life is comlicated just like what Forrest`s mom said, it is a freaking box of Chocolate, you never now what will you get!
So, I got Visa problem!
Basicly, I was holding a visa, so I cannot get a transit one, I had to use the one I was holding to transfer from KL airport to the LCCT one(airasia), that means I cannot go back to Malaysia after Thailand unless I fly to Malaysia and get a expensive arrival visa.
Luckily, while I was all stressed and frustraed, my Mokey was online, so I could talk to him to calm down. So I went back to the immigration office, to ask them about getting a Malaysia visa, they told me that i can get it in Phuket!!! so I decided to go to Phuket! (Useless ppl are everywhere. There is no embarssy in Phuket! Fukers!)
Oct 2: Getting better
Got on the plane, met a guy who is around 40 I think. He said hi and sat next to me… turned out that he is Malaysian Chinese, so I got to talk to him life in malaysia for Chinese there. It was interesting… He said Chinese ppl are rich, on the top class…more or less what I heard from a CS pilot before. He is nice enough to give me a ride to patong beach. Offered a lot of help for me…I felt grateful! (BUT, I think he was the one in the duty free shop I saw bought a lot of condoms…ha ha…dont know if he has wife or not…but, not really good impression. Of course I do not want to judge!)
Got myself SIM card, called up my host Danny, took a cab there, and he picked me up to his place. An apt in nowhere in my opinion. We chatted for an hour even tho` I had no sleep at all for over than 48 hrs. Took a nap to adjust myself from stress and frustration in the afternoon which was really nice.
At night, we went to Danny`s bar called Tantra, hang out there…I got to see the crazy night life in Phuket! wowo… it was over the top really. Fun night to see Danny and his bar man drank San bian alcohol. ha ha… They played weird drinking game too. hammer nails into the stub is the most ridiculous one.
His gf is a really nice girl too…we didn`t get to know each other too well…but enough for me to know that she is a nice girl, the type of girl who is kind and down to earth. She invited me back to teach me cook Thai food before I leave…
Oct 3: The next day, with their help, I rent a motobike, rode along the beach in Phuket, saw the sunset and got lost in Patong tourist streets. It was an adventure to me really…We went to a concert at Regge bar, I liked the band called job 2do. We rent a car, so danny invited this Thai guy who is our driver to come along with us. He kept staring at me made me a bit annoyed, but I didnt want to be rude or anything, so I just smiled at him. He then bought me a rose which was even odd. After all, I decided to ignore him… In all, it was a really good night.
Oct 4, 5: At PP island
Said goodbye to Danny and Phuket, I took a ferry to PP. It was about 2.5 hrs to get there…nice view on the ferry. Tho` I was a bit bored…but relaxed…Stayed in PP for 2 nights. Snorkelled, hiking in the woods and relaxed on the beach! Met a couple Kamila and Gunnar from Germany who are nice, so that we get to hang out in Krabi night market too. Loved my bounglo next to the beach. soooo natural and green, somewhat quiet. Sitting there reading was enough! 😀
On my way to PP island
In front my bounglo
On the Boat! (I am on the boat!!!h@ H@)
ppl on the way(Kamila, Gunnar, Tobi)
Hiked to View Point at PP
Oct 6,7,8 at Krabi Railay Beach
Railay beach was nice, we stayed in Hotel with swimming pool…for cheap price because it was low season.
Not as tourist as PP and Phuket, quiet beach, very laid back…woke have breakfast, and then off to the beach…relax next to the pool. Watched thai boxing at night..had good sea food with live music…a lot of sleep. Ha
Beach, pool and Thai boxing
More about pool and beach!
Thai lady, cocktails
Oct 9,10: Krabi Town
Took a long tail boat to Krabi town… went to night market…hang out at the lake…holiday was almost over.


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The third pretest release of emacs 23 is now available. As usual the windows binaries are available here. Take it for a spin.
Postings on living in an Emacs world. Posts will be mostly on using Emacs, related functions and tools.
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How to use Org-mode for Project Planning
Here is an excellent article on using org-mode for project planning. If you manage to use org-mode to the extent listed on the article, you pretty much would have learnt most things about org-mode.
Though the article is a bit old, it's still a good pointer on using org-mode.
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How to keep hungry herbivores out of your yard all year-round
Few sights make homeowners more furious than an attractive landscape destroyed virtually overnight by hungry deer. Rose bushes and ornamentals? Nipped off every bud. Expensive shrubs? Browsed within an inch of their lives. Trees? Damaged, disfigured and sometimes dead.
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What dangers does a rat infestation present?
The rat that winds up in your house isn't the cute-but-cunning character of cartoons. Rodents present dangers to your health and home, according to Terminix. Rats can damage electrical wiring, wooden beams, insulation and food stores, and they can carry pathogens that may transmit diseases to humans, such as hantavirus. These pathogens can be transmitted and even become airborne through urine and droppings, meaning that you could be exposed to disease without ever seeing the rat. Because of this, you should never disturb a rodent nest, and instead allow a rodent control professional to handle it.
Ideally, you'll prevent rats from entering your home in the first place through methods such as inspecting possible entry points and trimming back trees and shrubbery. But if rats make it into your home, contact a pest control provider to come up with a treatment plan.Entertaining
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Follow this guide from LG and you'll make this year your best season yet.Get creative with your seating. This year give your home that true game-day feel by setting up designated seating for your friends based on team affiliation. You can also build a simple stage to create a stadium seating environment. Upgrade your viewing experience. Make sure you have something worthy to watch the game on. Have plans for halftime. Halftime is normally downtime so put a little excitement into it. Plan a mini game to take place during halftime, get new food from the kitchen or simply go outside and throw a football around for a while.


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Hi Drew, It was a pleasure meeting with you on Saturday. As you know we have been communicating via email and phone for a few years now while I considered joining the club. Well I finally made the plunge and am looking forward to completing my training and getting out on the water and enjoying your fleet of boats with my family.
I have been dreaming of this day since I was living / working in NJ prior to moving to Florida. Every month I would receive an email from you reminding me of what I was missing. On occasion while sitting in my office while the snow and cold and dreary weather was outside my window I could envision myself cruising along the inter-coastal and catching the big one out in the gulf.
My dream has become reality and am looking forward to many days of smooth sailing……………
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As I sit and write my final blog post of the Camp Takajo 2018 season, I'm filled with mixed emotions. Throughout the day, I made a point of going up to a number of our boys who struggled at the beginning of the season for various reasons. The underlying theme was that these boys did not think they could make it to the end of the summer. They could not fathom the possibility of spending seven weeks apart from mom and dad.
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I hugged many boys today and applauded their efforts. Learning how to work through those uncomfortable moments, developing self-reliance and perseverance are great skills to master at a young age. As you would imagine, today was a bit of a tedious day as we handled the critical task of packing, which is required before we end camp tomorrow morning. However, in the evening we came together for one final time in the Indian Council Fire Ring for what Warrior Group Leader Hank Fortin calls one final tribute to the Okees.
The entire camp enjoyed a campfire with songs that our oldest boys sang when they first entered Takajo many years ago. As one would imagine, it was an emotional night for those who finally came to the realization that their camping days were coming to an end. Our forty-eight Okees surrounded the campfire arm-in-arm and led us in our camp song. Many of our boys were overcome with emotion and could not get the words out, but the support of the entire camp community raised their spirits as they sang this meaningful song one last time.
A few things to consider as you welcome your child back home. Your son is exhausted. For seven consecutive weeks, he was awakened at 7:45 AM and played hard until 9:15 PM. We are coming off the most humid summer Maine has ever experienced in recorded history, and our boys are looking forward to some well-deserved rest. As parents, we crave information, especially when we have been disconnected from our children. While your tendency will be to ask your son questions about his favorite activity, happiest moments and best friends, you might be surprised to receive one-word answers or very little information at all.
I can assure you that this is not due to his lack of fun or enjoyment, but rather his state of mind at the end of a fun-filled summer. The stories and antidotes will come out over time. A song on the radio or something funny around the dinner table will remind your son of something that he enjoyed in camp. While my sons are at camp and I've had the luxury to see my daughters on a few brother-sister days, I too crave the moment that I can close the front door to my home and have that re-connection with the most important people in my life.
Spending time with my children at the end of the summer is my happiest time of the year. It is that one last window of time before we jump on the school merry-go-round. There is no homework, no team practices and no commitments other than family. I hope that you enjoy this precious time with your child. On behalf of Warren and my entire staff, it has been our sincere privilege to spend our summer with your son. Please know that we consider you part of our family, and we remain available to you throughout the year and forever.


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