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The Law of Attraction for Beginners – 5 Steps to Manifestation
Many people have heard about the Law of Attraction but not many have consciously taken it into a practice. "The Law of Attraction for Beginners" is created for those of you who would like to get familiar with this law and learn how to use it properly.
So, let's begin…
What is the Law of Attraction?
The Law of Attraction states that "like energy, attracts like energy".
Whatever you think, feel and believe you attract into your life – whether you want to or not.
The Law of Attraction is based on the Law of Vibration.
Everything that exists is identified by its own unique vibrational frequency.
To attract something that you want, you must be on the same frequency as your goal.
The Law of Attraction always works, without exception, but you don't always get what you want, you rather get what you believe.
We attract what we think, feel and believe about ourselves and the world around us. Therefore, our thoughts, focus, and beliefs shape our reality. That what we believe becomes true. It becomes true because we believe it.
Everything is Energy
Science shows us through quantum physics that everything is energy. Invisible energy is constantly moving and transforming from one form to another and gives the shape to the material world that we see.
The Universe is a vast system of energy and we are energy beings having a physical experience.
Most people are not aware of all the energies in and around them because they are only focused on what they can perceive with their 5 physical senses, which are in fact just electrical signals interpreted by their brain.
The field is the sole governing agency of the particle. – Albert Einstein
Your Thoughts are Energy
According to quantum physics, our consciousness is creating an illusion of the physical world. What we see as physical, is actually a form of energy.
Double Slit Experiment showed us that the particles behave differently when they are being observed. The observer creates reality. The act of observing causes the object to be there, so the object doesn't exist independently of its observer.
We are part of a universal consciousness. The energy is flowing into our consciousness constantly and we can transmute it into whatever we choose.
To be effective, your thoughts need to be focused and empowered by emotion and belief that what you're thinking about will manifest.
Your thoughts lead to emotions which lead you to FEELING a certain way – that feeling is the vibration you are broadcasting to the Universe. The Universe then responds and brings you more of what you were broadcasting.
You are constantly vibrating and broadcasting at different frequencies and you are always attracting to your life circumstances and people that are on that same frequency. If you still don't have what you want in your life, it's because your vibration is not tuned to the right frequency.
Just like radio, we transmit and receive signals at different frequencies. In order to listen to a different radio program, we have to switch to another FM (frequency modulation) channel. To have a different manifestation we must change our frequency.
Controlling our vibrations is the key to mastering the Law of Attraction.
Pay Attention to Your Feelings
In order to attract what you want, you have to produce feelings in your body as if you already have what you want to have because you can only experience that what you feel.
What you feel right now is an indicator of your current vibration. What you feel, you will attract!
If you feel resistance towards an experience that you want, you will not be able to attract it. Sometimes opportunity might be sitting right in front of you, but you don't see it because you're not in the right vibration and your frequency doesn't match the frequency of that opportunity.
Raise Your Vibration
To raise your vibration, you have to change your focus and modify your beliefs.
Our focus is what dictates what we feel and our beliefs of who we are are what allow us to embody who we prefer to be. The more we amplify those emotions and raise our vibration, more likely we will see opportunities that will align us with what we want to experience in our lives.
So, what can you do?
First, feel the gratitude for what you already have. Then focus your attention on what you want instead of on that what you don't want. Bring more awareness into your heart and your whole body and feel as if you already have that what you want to have or experience. Feel the gratitude.
For example, if you want money don't focus on lack of money because you will only experience frustration and lack of money. Focus on things you already have and you're grateful for. Then focus on things you would buy with that money and feel as if you're already in possession of that things. Feel gratitude.
If you find it hard to focus this way, make a list of emotions you would feel if you already had that what you want and then try to feel these same emotions by focusing on something which won't cause you resistance.
For example, if you want money, what are emotions you would feel if you already had it? E.g. freedom, security, ease, relaxation, happiness? Now, what else, except money, would cause you feel these emotions? Focus on that! It's not about the object, it's about emotion.
You Attract What You Believe
Your mind has two parts – conscious and subconscious. Your conscious mind is thinking creative mind. Your goals, wishes, and desires come from it.
Your subconscious mind is emotional, programmable mind and it has different belief system than your conscious mind. It is much more powerful than your conscious mind.
When we want something consciously, the subconscious has data about that. If subconscious does not agree with a conscious mind, we have disharmony.
The sense of fear and discomfort are psychological signs that our conscious and subconscious mind are not in harmony.
For example, if you're mentally programmed with lack of money, you will tend to attract low-paying job, an extra bill to pay or unexpected expenses that your "not enough money" paradigm is in harmony with.
If you grew up in a family where one or both of your parents always said: "We can't afford that", "Money doesn't grow on a tree" or "It's too expensive", then you might be programmed to believe this to be true.
So, if you desire something like a new house or getting a high-paying new job it will probably not happen until you get rid of your limiting beliefs because you attract what you believe.
Given that subconscious mind is emotional mind, to get results that you want, you have to choose your thoughts wisely and emotionalize them, and these thoughts will then impress themselves into your subconscious mind, which will then determine the state of vibration of your body and cause you to take action which will produce desired results.
5 Steps to Manifestation
If you're ready to use the Law of Attraction to attract abundance into any and every area of your life, you may want to follow these 5 steps to manifestation for beginners.
- Be clear on what you want. Clarity gives you power.
- Focus on what you want, NOT on that what you don't want. That will raise your vibration. Visualize yourself as you already have what you want. See it, hear it, smell it, taste it, touch it.
- FEEL how you would feel if that what you want was already yours, and ACT as if it was already yours. It is an energetical process, so you must feel as it's already done, without a doubt.
- Believe that you will receive it. You don't have to know how it will come, just open your mind to accept it when it comes.
- Repeat the process. More you repeat it, stronger you will feel it, and stronger you feel it, sooner you will attract it.
The difference between just visualizing yourself in action and actually feeling yourself in action is the difference between failure and success.
If you have any questions or comments feel free to leave them below and I'll get back to you as soon as possible.
Happy Manifesting!


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Playing with Matches
by Elfscribe
Story Notes
By elfscribe, email@example.com
Characters: Calanthe, Terzian, Pellaz, Cobweb, Swift, Ithiel, OC
Rating: Adult
Beta: Thevina
Spoiler: Enchantments
Disclaimer: Storm Constantine owns all to do with the Wraeththu universe. I am borrowing her characters for my own nefarious purposes.
Summary: What exactly happened during those hours when Terzian seduced Cal "with the fire power of a volcano?"
Author's note: A few lines of dialogue have been taken from The Enchantments of Flesh and Spirit. They are indicated with italics.
Playing with Matches
Terzian was drunk. That, right there, was cause for alarm. The first crack I'd seen in the cool, controlled exterior. He paused at the door. "Cal, I have to speak to you," he'd said ominously, then walked into the room, his leather garments creaking softly as he moved, the sound vaguely menacing. He dropped into a chair at the table where we were finishing dinner. "Pellaz!" he growled with a dismissive jerk of his chin.
Pellaz, sweet, innocent Pell with the face of an angel, took the hint. Got up from his chair, excused himself, and left. Left me to my devils. Oh Pell, why? I'm not strong, you know that. I'm a tramp, a cat in heat. And Terzian is stretching his claws.
I smiled at him – a lazy Cal smile, like a laser beam of charm. Well do I know it. "What do you want, Terzian?"
His eyes: hungry, shadowed, direct. "You know what I want."
Well, so much for a long, slow seduction. But we'd already been at it for weeks. He wasn't one to play coy and I must have been making him crazymad. Oh Pell didn't see it. But I did. An arched eyebrow. A hand: clenched, unclenched. A twitch in the jaw. The very air between us thrumming with aruna magic. Beckoning. And I must admit, I played him. Batted him about in the sunshine like a ball of twine. Slanted glances, a flip of tawny hair, the insouciant remark. There is only so long you can do that with one such as him before the explosion comes. Bad Cal. Playing with matches.
During this dance, I was aware of his consort Cobweb in the background. I could feel him, hissing quietly, mouth open. Green as a viper. It adds to my sin that I didn't care. For right now there was only Terzian: a powerful, dominant presence: pulled taut like a longbow, growling, needy. Power such as his draws me. It always has. Fills me with a desire to bite and claw, a need to surrender. My blood itched with challenge. I was Uigenna to his Varr. Showdown.
"What do I get out of it?" I asked, examining my nails, noting the nicks in the black nail polish. I'm such an imposter.
"What do you get out it," Terzian repeated thoughtfully as if assessing a trade. He picked up a spoon, tapped the bowl against his lips. "It would seem lodging, food, security, would already be payment enough."
"I was under the impression that you extended your hospitality to Pell and me in gratitude for rescuing your consort. You never said there was a price for it."
"There wasn't," Terzian said abruptly. He got up from the table and walked about the dining room, picking up objects and setting them down again. Finally, he turned to look at me. "I would hope you would get pleasure out of it." Read the rest of this entry »


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**Repost, originally posted 01-05-08**
Most Christians in America have been affected one way or the other by fundamentalist Christianity. Many of us would still claim to be fundamentalists, and others of us are rejecting any association with fundamentalist Christianity, for various reasons. What I want to do in this post is talk about the impact that Fundamentalism has had, negatively, on the American Christian psyche. First off let me give a brief oversimplified definition of what Fundamentalism is:
Fundamentalism originated in the early 20th century North America as a movement to preserve and promote conservative, Biblical Christian orthodoxy. It was a militant reaction against challenges from liberal theology, the theory of evolution, and higher critical methodology in biblical studies. (David L. Smith, "A Handbook of Contemporary Theology: Tracing Trends And Discerning Directions in Today's Theological Landscape," 11)
From the definition above the key phrase I want to focus on is: "… It was a militant reaction against challenges from liberal theology …," the idea that fundamentalism's very beginning was shaped by militant reaction and fear I believe is highly problematic for a Christians' spirituality. Let me unpack that a bit: the primary problem I see with this, and have felt in my own Christianity, is that fundamentalism as a movement has been shaped by reaction and hyper active response to questions dictated to them by the world. In other words when we take a look at our systematic theologies, the autonomy of the local church, our fortress Bible colleges, our self serving political engagement, etc., etc., it becomes quickly apparent that all of these things are shaped by negative factors.
For example, fundamentalist evangelical systematic theologies are very telling on this point; when you enter a particular Fundy systematic theology one of the first things we will find are arguments, philosophical arguments, for the existence of God. Or how about the Bible college movement for a case in point? These were created early on out of a pietistic zeal to the liberalism that had crept into many seminaries of that time frame. This was done in an ostrich like way running backwards away from the battle, and hoping it would just all go away. Instead what happened is that we became a subculture, fundamentalists that is, and instead of being engaged intellectually we became anti-intellectual; which we are experiencing the fallout from right before our eyes, even now. Fundamentalists are still running backwards, still trying to shore up our beachheads, still trying to sustain our subculture; looking for a way to engage the culture without really being in the culture.
I digress a bit above, my concern actually is very personal. Christian theology should not be determined by the questions that the world poses as priorities. Christian theology should not be fundamentally apologetics, but that is what Fundy theology has become.This has negative negative consequences on how we think about God. God isn't the sum total of the ontological argument, or the teleological argument, etc.; NO! The Christian God is a relational God, He is Trinity. He determines the questions and the categories we should think in about Him. This way he also is able to provide the answers that he wants us to know about him and about ourselves. If we follow the Fundy way then WE determine who God is, and we emphasize things about God and ourselves that he never intended — in other words we are idolaters.
In the end the fear of man has ensnared us, and this fear leads us to bondage because in the end fear of man necessarily starts with man. This is a terrible methodological flaw, with serious consequences for Christian spirituality in America and abroad. My silver bullet case in point, and I will leave it at this, is the American Evangelical Church.
PS: I don't think I really communicated how frustrated I really am very clearly in this post. I will try again in the future…


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Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) conducts common recruitment process for the recruitment of specialist officers in various cadres like Information Technology (I.T), Agriculture, Rajbhasha Adhikari, Law, HR, Marketing etc. for 19 public sector banks. Like all other exams conducted by IBPS, IBPS Specialist Officer exam is equally competitive and is conducted in two phases-
- Phase-I: Common Written Examination
- Phase-II: Interview
Specifically, While applying for IBPS Specialist Officer examination candidates often faces the confusion on eligibility criteria and educational qualification which is different for all the cadres. In this article, we will assist candidates about the educational qualification required for the position of an HR, and who all can apply for the same.
IBPS Specialist Officer – HR Officer: Who Can Apply?
To explain who all can apply for the position of HR officers, we will explain the basic eligibility criteria and educational qualification and to discuss each of them in detail.
Candidates are free to ask related question, we will be extremely happy in solving your doubts.
Eligibility Criteria for IBPS Specialist Officer HR Officer Exam
Eligibility criteria can be explained under two heads: Basic eligibility criteria and educational qualification. Wherein, basic criteria is same for posts in IBPS Specialist Officer Exam. Educational qualifications differ along with the posts.
Basic Eligibility Criteria for IBPS HR Officer
Basic eligibility criteria include sub-sections like, age, nationality and category.
Age Limit: Candidates applying for the IBPS Specialist Officer exam must have age in between 20-30 years. Age relaxation differs for the reserved category applicants. The age relaxation is followed as:
- SC/ST: 5 Years
- OBC: 3 Years
- PwD: 10 Years
- Person affected by 1984 riots: 5 Years
- Person ordinarily domiciled in the State of Jammu and Kashmir during the period 1-1-80 to 31-12-89: 5 Years
- Ex-serviceman, Commissioned Officers including ECOs/ Short Service Commissioned Officers: 5 years
Nationality/ Citizenship: Applicant fulfilling either of the following conditions will be eligible for IBPS Specialist Officer Exam:
- Candidate should be citizen of India
- A subject of Nepal, or a subject of Bhutan, or A Tibetan refugee who came over to India before !st January 1962 with the intention of permanently settling in India
- A person of Indian origin who has migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, East African countries of Kenya, Uganda, The United Republic of Tanzania (formerly Tanganyika and Zanzibar), Zambia, Ethiopia, Malawi, Zaire, Vietnam with the intention of permanently settling in India, provided that a candidate belonging to this category as well as to categories mentioned above shall have a certificate of eligibility issued by government of India.
Applicants can also follow official IBPS website
Educational Qualification of IBPS SO HR Officer
- The applicants should be graduate and should have Full-time Post Graduate degree or Full-time Post Graduate diploma in either Personnel Management or Industrial Relations or Human resource management or Human resource development or Social Work or Labour Law. In case of dual specialisation, one of the fields of specialisation should be in the fields prescribed. In case of major/minor specialisation, major specialisation should be in the stream prescribed. Candidates having PG degree (MMS or MBA)/ PG Diploma with more than two specialisations are not eligible to apply.
- Apart from the educational qualifications mentioned above, the candidate should have Certificate/ Diploma/ Degree in computer operations/Language/ should have studied Computer/ Information Technology as one of the subjects in High School/ College/ Institute.
- All the qualification mentioned should be from a University/ Institute/ Board recognised by Government of India/ approved by Govt. Regulatory Bodies and the result should have been declared on or before 10.12.2015.
- Candidates should indicate the percentage obtained in Graduation calculated to the nearest two decimals in the online application. Where CGPA/ OGPA is awarded, the same should be converted into the percentage and indicate the same in online application.
- Candidates can apply for only one post. Multiple applications will be summarily rejected.
The above-mentioned eligibility criteria give detailed information on the requirements of HR Officers in IBPS Specialist Officer Exam. This article gave the information on who all can apply for this post. Applicants are strongly advised to follow IBPS Official website for recent changes in exam patterns, eligibility criteria etc.
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Applicants can also follow IBPSExamAdda official website or on Facebook or Google+ for updates on exam patterns, study material, practice papers etc.


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Miso chicken sukiyaki don, salad, soup, tsukune and pickles, and a vanilla pudding in the center.
TONVEGE is actually a shabu shabu restaurant, but it offers these lunch sets as well and this one was seriously good. The restaurant is in Lumine EST, somewhere in the vicinity of Shinjuku station's east exit. I think so, anyway – I've been to that train station so many times now over the years and I'm armed with Google maps these days, and I still manage to come off second best navigation-wise.


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Netgear's ProSafe 802.11n Dual Band Wireless Access Point WNDAP330 has a sturdy metal case that comes in the classic Netgear blue. It can either be wall-mounted or set on a horizontal surface, where its footprint would be a whopping 10 inches by 9 inches. Of course, the greater width allows the antennae to be spaced farther apart than on other access points, which can help increase the functional distance in some situations. This flexibility is enhanced by the ability of the antennae to rotate a full 360 degrees.
The WNDAP330 is a dual-band device, with a radio for the 2.4 GHz frequency for 802.11b and g compatibility and one for 5 GHz for 802.11a compatibility. This can help avoid interference if one band is over-used, and it also allows backward compatibility with a, b, or g devices. Its single gigabit LAN port is also Power over Ethernet, which will free power outlet. The WNDAP330 even has a serial console port to allow an administrator to connect a computer directly to the access point, which is more secure than the Web-based interface.
Netgear ProSafe WNDAP330
Pros: Wide antenna placement, dual-bandCons: Mediocre file transfer speeds, large footprint.
Performance: B+Ease of Use: AFeatures: A-Value: B-Price: $475 (but available for around $350)
With the Veriwave test equipment, the Netgear achieved an average rate of 240.63 megabits/sec when downloading 1,518-byte packets and 244.56 megabits/sec going the other way. Those are not the fastest speeds in the roundup, but they are respectable. What is more impressive is the average 1.2 percent drop in these rates in the five-user test, the best in the review. Unfortunately, the 5 percent drop during the tests with security turned on made the Netgear lose its lead in this area.
Lead story: 802.11n access points get up-to-speed
Criteria for testing 802.11n Draft-N access points
The Netgear device came out with some middle-of-the-road results in our file transfer tests. Although it did squeak out the best download speed of 6.67 megabits/sec and best upload speed of 14.20 megabits/sec at the 80-foot mark, at least one other device was clearly better at the other distances.
Netgear is selling the WNDAP330 for a whopping $475. We feel this is too high, even for a device with two radios. However, this access point might be the one you need if you want a more secure administrative interface, which might be a requirement at some organizations. While we usually don't consider actual available prices over list prices, it should be noted that many vendors are selling the WNDAP330 for significantly less, often as low as $350.
Netgear, 408-907-8000, www.netgear.com
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An Oak Bluffs woman was MedFlighted to Massachusetts General Hospital after a single-vehicle crash Friday afternoon at the intersection of Winemack Street and Green Avenue in East Chop. The accident occurred at a sharp curve in the road at approximately 5:30 pm.
Oak Bluffs Police Sergeant Michael Marchand identified the driver as 36-year-old Rachel Beaulieu of Oak Bluffs. Alcohol appears to be involved in the crash.
Beaulieu will face multiple charges — OUI liquor, open container of alcohol, negligent operation of a motor vehicle, marked lanes violation, and speeding, Marchand said.
At the scene, the front end of a Chrysler Pacifica was smashed into a tree. Debris littered the crash scene, including a door and the Pacifica's battery, which shot from the vehicle upon impact, Oak Bluffs Fire and EMS Chief John Rose said. The cracked windshield bore a circular imprint. Oak Bluffs Police Detective James Morse said the motorist appeared not to have worn a seatbelt.
Oak Bluffs Fire and Rescue employed the Jaws of Life to cut the driver's side door off and free the woman, Rose said. "They extracted her extremely fast," he said. "Rescue and EMS did an amazing job."
As of noon Monday, Beaulieu was listed in fair condition at Massachusetts General Hospital.
Beaulieu's crash caps a trio of vehicular accidents in the same vicinity of Winemack Street in the past week. On Monday, April 9, a 72-year-old woman crashed into a house at the end of Winemack Street, apparently after suffering a medical episode, according to police. She was reported to have minor injuries. Later the same day, a 19-year-old woman entered New York Avenue from Winemack Street after running a stop sign, and was stuck broadside by a pickup truck. She was taken by ambulance to Martha's Vineyard Hospital.
Marchand said the Winemack Street area is not considered especially dangerous, and described the string of accidents as coincidental.


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Thirty-three years after its start in Montreal, it is now a new normal to see the colorfully acrobatic, atmospheric Cirque du Soleil and its multitude of themed productions. They occur so often, you can throw a rock and hit one. The plan, then, is to make them unique, with potential new partnerships like in the case of "Toruk: The First Flight," which is based on the the James Cameron film "Avatar."
Along with "Toruk" being the first time that a Cirque show is inspired by a movie, it is also the first time that the troupe has followed a narrative storyline with speaking parts for its main characters. Paris-born Cirque Artistic Director Fabrice Lemire worked directly with Cameron and his Lightstorm production company to bring the blue Na'vi world to life on the stage.
Q. Who comes up with the names for Cirque shows and must they always top the flourishing grandeur of the last big show?
We do have a fine marketing department who, when a subject comes to the table, must find a great name. There was a lot of development here. We are not doing stage work that comes directly from "Avatar" so we can't use that. We are however "inspired by," so that we can say. The Toruk is that large flying character that we see in the film. The main character bonded with one of those creatures, as did five other Na'vis. We are concentrating on the first one that a Na'vi could mount.
Q. This is the first time Cirque du Soleil has ever constructed or followed a distinct narrative. What specifically is that narrative?
It is the first time that we have collaborated with such … organizations as Cameron's, so with that, we could develop a new form of creativity, an opportunity for the company to fully design a concept rather than leave so much space for the audience to fill in the blanks. Usually an acrobatic fete drives the story — supports an emotion. Now they support the narration, as as does the projections which makes the whole show feel like a film. Why not explore a new direction with a partner such as Cameron? Especially since there are messages regarding acceptance, respect and diversity — to not fear the unknown.
Q. What big adjustments did you have to make to your artistic direction given this is the first time you've been inspired by a film?
Thirty years ago we came to the scene as something different and innovative — a circus without animals, a showcase of emotion and movement. We are still active and present and have a chance to reconnect ourselves with new technology and continued innovation. On the creative side of things, you have to renew yourself — reinvigorate the vision. James Cameron allowed us to open up new aesthetic horizons. More so than ever, lighting and projections drive this show.
Q.Why did Cirque du Soleil pick "Avatar"? How does James Cameron's vision fit with that of your company?
About eight years ago, Cirque co-founder Guy Laliberte met Cameron at a party, where he said he was very inspired by our work for his films. The subject of collaboration came up. Now, here we are. He is currently developing three or four prequels and sequels to his "Avatar" vision, so the timing was perfect. We have to understand the territory we are dancing on, while staying in alignment with his vision. We picked on him because his message resonated with us — protecting the earth, tolerance and caring for each other. As we see and hear the news, these issues are crucial for us to move mountains together.
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ST. PAUL, Minn. – As farmers wait for the snow to melt and finalize planting plans, the Minnesota Department of Transportation invites them to consider leaving standing corn rows to help control blowing and drifting snow on state highways next winter.
MnDOT pays farmers to leave standing corn rows, hay bales or silage bags to protect selected state roads. Farmers are compensated on a per acre basis for leaving standing corn rows and a per lineal foot basis for strategically stacked bales or silage bags. A typical standing corn row treatment is about a quarter-mile long and one acre in size, with 12 rows of corn left standing. Average compensation to the landowner is about $1,000 per acre for a winter season of blowing snow control protection.
These "living snow fences" can be designed and constructed to fit into individual land use and farming operations. Ears of corn are allowed to be harvested by families, clubs, organizations and church groups.
"Standing corn rows provide a unique opportunity to use a resource that is currently being grown adjacent to our highways to provide blowing snow control," said Dan Gullickson, MnDOT's snow control program coordinator. "Farmers play a key role in helping MnDOT quickly deliver preventative snow control treatments while reducing MnDOT's snow and ice removal costs."
"The standing corn row program provides opportunities for leadership in, and service to, the community by helping keep local roads open to traffic during blowing snow events," said Gullickson. "This program is a great example of the rural community coming together and making a difference during the winter driving season."
This winter MnDOT's Twin Cities Metro District successfully recruited farmers along the Highway 169 corridor near Belle Plaine who left 4.55 miles of standing corn rows.
"Anyone who travels this highway on regularly will tell you that it has improved over the last few years." said Bruce Thompson, Shakopee truck station supervisor. "Once the program started, the farmers could see the difference and were soon on board, knowing it would help their own families and the rest of the traveling public."
"Drifting in this area has gone down to almost zero, thanks to these local land owners," said Gullickson. "We thank the local farmers who helped MnDOT's snow control efforts by leaving standing corn rows along the highway."
Farmers and landowners who want more information about the standing corn row program can contact their local MnDOT district office. Local contact information can be found at www.mndot.gov. Additional information about the program is at www.mndot.gov/environment/livingsnowfence/ or contact Gullickson directly at firstname.lastname@example.com or 651-366-3610.


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There are many great places to visit in the country of Laos, and Vang Vieng is another great example of this. This beautiful city, first settled in 1353, has long been a staging area between two of Laos' most important cities. While not having the same cultural influences from many of the neighboring nations in the area, it did fall under French colonial rule in the 1890s, and this is seen in many of the building structures that are there. There was also a large US Air Force base there in the late 1960s and early 1970s leaving America stamp on the country as well.
A Beautiful Place along the River
Vang Vieng is an incredible Riverside town in central Laos that is located on the Nam Song River. The river affords a large variety of activities, and is been the source of a great deal of fun for tourists and indigenous persons alike. For many years, tourists came to visit this area so they could partake in tubing and cliff diving activities. However, 27 deaths in 2011 from drowning and diving head first into rocks led the government to stop many of these activities or to control them.
There are still many great activities to do the in the river. This includes such things as kayaking or swimming, or others choose to go climbing or mountain bike riding within the city of Vang Vieng. Visitors should be aware that the government is looking to take away your fun there; they are just trying to ensure that you leave the country in one piece.
Getting to Vang Vieng —> BOOK FLIGHT
There is no airport service to the city. Most tourists who want to visit Vang Vieng fly into the airport in Vientiane and then take a shuttle or a taxi to their final destination. You should be aware that this is a $90 cost to write a cab, and takes about 3 ½ hours.
Others choose the option of taking a bus. This costs about six US dollars from the city of Vientiane. Buses leave at several different times during the day and the trip takes about five hours to reach the city of Vang Vieng.
For those who fly into Luang Prabang, the bus ride to Vang Vieng is about twice as long and costs about $10.
What to Do When Visiting Vang Vieng
One of the most spectacular places that you will see on earth to visit is Tham Poukham, also known as the Blue Lagoon. And by a natural spring into the lagoon you will see that this is a great place to spend the day. It is a small area, and usually is quite crowded, but the water is beautiful and the area is spectacular to walk around. There are guides there to show you and lead you around and there are a great many wonders to view.
There are several great caves areas to visit, with a couple of them being directly around the lagoon. There are also tours of these areas, or you can walk them on your own if you wish. You will see a great deal of wildlife and plants that surround the entrances and make for a really interesting look as you enter into them. This is a place to you will truly find great adventures while enjoying your time there.


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MPs adopt ban on online information disclosure for military personnel in second reading
MOSCOW, February 12 (RAPSI) – The State Duma MPs passed a bill banning military personnel from disclosing information on themselves and other servicemen in media and on the Internet in the second reading on Tuesday, according to a statement published on the website of the lower house of parliament.
The bill submitted by the government in September prohibits servicemen from disclosing information that could reveal their affiliation within military as well as their military service and service of other military personnel. The same restrictions also apply to information on activities of military units and organizations where they serve and their locations with the exceptions of cases stipulated in Russian legislation.
Violation of these rules may result in disciplinary punishment or early termination of service in case if a person serves under contract.
Provisions of the bill don't apply to retired military servicemen.


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"Long Term Operation – Forty is the new twenty" – P. D'Haeyer & R. VerheydenTractebel Engie @18.30
Long Term Operation of Belgian NPPs – Forty is the new twenty
Mr. Philippe D'Haeyer works for Engie since December 1991. He started his career on Tihange 2 NPP in the Operations Department, where he took different positions in outage coordination and maintenance. Finally in October 2010, he joined the common LTO project. During the study phase, he was in charge of the ageing team of both Tihange 1 NPP and Doel 1/2 NPP. Since August 2012, he is the Deputy Program Manager of the Tihange 1 NPP. He has hosted the 3 IAEA SALTO reviews on Tihange 1 NPP and has performed workshops and missions for the IAEA in Sweden, Finland and Argentina. Philippe will present the current status of the LTO Program, the main milestones, the key success factors and the challenges still ahead for Tihange 1.
Mr. Raf Verheyden has worked for 21 years for Engie, mainly in the nuclear field. Since the end of 2015 he has the position of Deputy Program Manager for the LTO project. Raf will present the long term operations program for Doel 1 and 2, focusing on the particular context for these units, the schedule of activities and the organizational approach and challenges to successfully result in a safe and reliable life time extension to 50 years of production.
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We're happy to share a free 31 page report: The Ultimate Hutchison(1) (pdf file) from Tim Ventura of American Antigravity(2). Through text and photos he explores the fascinating research of inventor John Hutchison(3), whom he recently visited in Canada. Pictured is John's legendary balcony filled with surplus naval gear.
1. http://archive.coasttocoastam.com/images/The-Ultimate-Hutchison.pdf
2. http://www.americanantigravity.com/
3. http://www.hutchisoneffect.ca/
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UAV Lidar Payloads
Fully integrated SABRE positioning and laser scanning technology for unmanned airborne laser scanning. The Sky3D simply bolts on to the bottom of most heavy lift (>3kg) capable multicopter or helicopter aircraft. The FARO Focus model operates a phased based laser scanner which is capable of up to 1million point per second, 120m range with a laser accuracy of 2mm and a repeatable high precision positioning accuracy which GPS and GLONASS can attain. The system has a built-in embedded computer, IMU, GPS, GLONASS, and networking capabilities so that you can operate and initiate the system via WIFI. Static and airborne initialisation of the system takes under 5 minutes before scanning commences. The scanner can obtain 310 degrees field of view and can be operated up to 400ft to obtain the data. The SABRE Sky-3D Positioning and Orientation System can also be integrated with other third-party laser scanners and sensors.
SABRE Sky-3D™ UAV LiDAR model options:
- SABRE Sky-3D™ for use with any of the Range of FARO Focus laser scanners.
- SABRE Sky-3D™ for use with Single SARBE S80™ Laser Scanner.
- SABRE Sky-3D™ UAV LiDAR Sensor Payload with FARO Focus3D laser scanner is 7.9kg Dry Weight (Weight with Battery ~8.4Kg).
SABRE Sky-3D UAV LiDAR sensor payload mounting to an appropriate UAV Platform
- This SABRE UAV LiDAR System can be fitted to other commercially available UAV or drone platforms, payload permitting. The SABRE Sky-3D can also be mounted on a vehicle with suitable attachments.
SABRE Sky-3D F-3D model S-S80 (time-of-flight laser)
The SABRE S80 laser is a lighter-weight laser more suited to penetration of vegetation and forest canopy that produces ~58K Points per second. The SABRE S80 laser has 5 hits/returns typical distance range up to 80 metres. The Screen image to the right shows the ability of the time-of-flight laser to penetrate forest tree canopy. After four years of continuous development in laser, the inertial measurement units IMU, GPS/GLONASS integration have been combined to produce the SABRE Sky-3D UAV LiDAR Remote Sensor Payload system. Weighing in at 5.4Kg for the SABRE Sky-3D S80 and 8.4kg for the SABRE Sky-3D F-3D the FARO Focus based solution. The system can be attached to most heavy lift UAV or Drone, VTOL, Multirotor, Helicopter or manned aircraft platforms on the market. This system is suited for many applications where surveying with LiDAR and camera technologies are needed to produce high detail, accurate 3D models of terrain or structure. Currently, the Sky-3D is able to be used with any of the FARO Focus3D models of laser scanners (X330, X130, X30 S120 using phased-based laser) and also a SABRE S80 laser which is a multiple return time-flight type laser.
SABRE Sky-3D F-3D (FARO Focus3D Compatible)
The FARO Focus used with standard helical settings for mobile or airborne laser scanning produces ~500K points per second. SABRE Sky-3D S-S80 (Single-S80) The SABRE S80 laser is lighter-weight model more suited to penetration of vegetation and forest canopy this produces ~58K Points per second. The SABRE S80 laser has 5 hits/returns typical distance range up to 80 metres.
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Details Can Also be Provided on Enquiry
This SABRE Sky-3D UAV LiDAR sensor payload system is a repackaged version of the vehicle-mounted SABRE-Scan equipment. The SABRE-Scan can be used with Sonar sensor for Hydrographic Surveying as the SABRE LiDAR systems come with hardware and acquisition/processing merging Software that is part way towards bathometric surveying capability. UAV LiDAR – SABRE Sky-3D F-3D™ Payload Weight Sky-3D F-3D™ UAV LiDAR with FARO Focus and Applanix™ AP15 IMU .The payload weight of the Sky-3D F-3D™ AP15 systems with FARO Laser is 8.4kg. (NOTE: Dry Payload Weight: 7.9kg, With Battery Weight 8.4Kg)
SABRE Sky-3D F-3D™ AP15 UAV LiDAR
For use with FARO Focus3D Laser Scanner Range. Sold separately without FARO Focus 3D Laser Scanner. Compatible with FARO Focus3D Laser Scanner Range: The whole range of FARO Laser Scanners can be used with the SABRE-Scan™ System.
SABRE Sky-3D S80™ UAV LIDAR sensor payload
SABRE Sky-3D S80™ Kit: SKY-3D™ I-NAV™ Unit with embedded PC, dual SABRE Trimble GPS antennas, AP15 IMU, single SABRE S80™ laser head, SABRE Point Stream MM™ laser tagging software, POSPac™ Trajectory software and Dongle licence key for software. SABRE S80™ Laser – ~58kHz Points per sec 20 lines per sec, 10mm res, 80m range
UAV LiDAR – SABRE Sky-3D S-S80™ Payload Weight
Sky-3D S80™ UAV LiDAR with FARO Focus and Applanix™ AP15 IMU
The payload weight of the Sky-3D S80™ AP15 systems with FARO Laser is 5.4kg.
SABRE Sky-3D S80™ – Airborne UAV LiDAR Point Cloud Data
SABRE Sky-3D F-3D™ (with FARO Focus3D – Airborne UAV LiDAR Point Cloud Data)
SABRE Sky-3D F3D™ Kit Options (for FARO Focus):
Sky-3D F-3D™ is the SABRE UAV LiDAR Payload sensor for use with the range of FARO Focus models (X330, X130, X30 and S120)
SABRE Sky-3D™ UAV LiDAR Mechanical Mounting Options
Custom mount to attach to UAV Platform
Options listed below for attachment of the SABRE UAV LiDAR Payload to a Third-Party supplied UAV/Drone:
Field Operations and Processing
SABRE Sky-3D™ UAV LiDAR Sensor Payload Operations Workflow
Please also find below: SABRE-Scan™ Operational Workflow for the SABRE-Scan mobile mapping. General Operation Workflow/Process/Procedures:
- SABRE Sky-3D™ UAV LiDAR Sensor Payload attached to the UAV Platform.
- GNSS Base station is setup above a reference point for the duration of the survey (setup in a secure location or looked after during the survey). Recommended maximum radius of operation from static Base Station setup location 20km.
- SABRE Sky-3D™ UAV LiDAR Battery Connected.
- The SABRE Sky-3D™ is statically initialised to setup the inertial navigation system for 5 minutes, followed with some flight manoeuvring prior to starting the laser recording along the initial flight-line to be mapped over.
- The survey area route is flown in order to obtain achievable coverage. Data is validated before demobilisation of the vehicle equipment and Base Station.
- UAV Platform and Sensor Payload is landed.
- After completion of the flight or survey; log statically to allow SABRE Sky-3D™ inertial navigation system to collect data for 5 minutes.
Mnemonics: SABRE i-NAV Unit – SABRE-Scan™ Unit without the FARO® Focus3D™ Laser Scanners installed.
Highlighted TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
New MK2 systems brochure for the Sky3D UAV Lidar system now available, this will be updated shortly to download on this page. Sky-3D S80 58k points per second 2cm positional accuracies Payload weight 5.4kg (with battery) Sky-3D Focus3D 500k points per second 2 cm positional accuracies Payload weight 8.4kg (with battery) Sky3D UAV Lidar systems can also be integrated with many other laser scanning heads like Velodyne and Riegl
SABRE Sky-3D UAV LiDAR system – Drone Platform remote sensor payload package Achieve survey-grade accuracies Light-weight and durable Please enquire about sensor integration with our SABRE Sky-3D Positioning and Orientation Systems: Airborne laser scanners, photogrammetry cameras, multispectral, infrared sensors and software.


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"The fabric for this dress was hand painted by an artist on silk Plisse chiffon .
It was part of a collection I did back near the millennium that had a decidedly nautical theme….
I wanted this gown to look like the water on the sea shimmering and glistening and undulating in beautiful natural shades of deep sea blue aquamarine and seafoam.
Ultimately I lined the fabric with a layer of gleaming silver sequins on navy blue silk tulle to give it the shimmering rippling effect it has when worn……
This veiling effect of covering otherwise sparkly Pailettes and crystals with sheer silks is one I often use when creating gowns for women
and trying to achieve the effect of radiating, glowing and shimmering from the inside out."
Randolph Duke
"The Ruched silk gauze pale aqua gown was part of a collection I did for spring 2001 in New York.
The collection was a goddess themed collection and though Goddess imagery and inspiration
has been a part of all my collections this particular spring 2001 collection was dedicated to a more literal translation and less abstract incarnation of the actual goddess.
I used many pale shades including silvers nudes whites and a few very pale aquatic colors like this pale aqua marine which is lined in a silver stretch tulle
that gives it a magical shimmering affect almost like the inside of the shell.
I had tiny dyed-to -match shells embroidered on the center of the gown that give it a textural,
fringy effect and create a charming delicate sound when a woman moves in it ……
almost like a chandelier makes when it's crystals touch .
For me, it's always about creating something a bit heightened,
a bit aspirational for a woman to feel truly elevated and empowered and strong!"
Randolph Duke
"The Gold leafed jersey fabric I used to create this sensual gown felt like an opportunity to create something sexy and strong at once!
It has a very open low-cut back and a crisscross front quality all draped to create an illusion of being one with Rulan's skin and body
and reflecting the light beautifully and allowing her to glow like a golden Icon!
I accented the under bust empire line with the row of freshwater sea pearls
all different yet very organic in shape to punctuate, contrast and anchor the gown to the body."
Randolph Duke
"Hawks are said to have a vision that is about eight times more acute than humans with good eyesight (as good as 20/2).
This is because of many photoreceptors in the retina (Up to 1,000,000 per square mm, against 200,000 for humans),
a very high number of nerves connecting the receptors to the brain, a second set of eye muscles not found in other animals,
and an indented fovea which magnifies the central part of the visual field."
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Here you can find a summary of recent news from EUMETSAT and access our news archives.
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New products added to EUMETView
Tuesday, 15 January 2019
Two new RGB products have been added to our web visualisation service, EUMETView, today (15 Jan).
EUMETSAT streamlines its data and service policy to make more data free of charge
Tuesday, 15 January 2019
As it prepares for opening advanced web services in the near future, EUMETSAT has revised its data policy to facilitate online access to its data and products based on simplified licencing conditions, and to offer more data free of charge or at a lower price.
Preparing for Metop-C data
Monday, 17 December 2018
Metop-C was successfully launched on 7 November 2018. Here is updated information to help users plan and prepare for when data becomes available.
Metop-C's IASI instrument delivers first spectrum
Darmstadt, Germany
Thursday, 13 December 2018
A critical element of polar-orbiting meteorological satellite Metop-C's payload – the Infrared Atmospheric Sounding Interferometer (IASI) – delivered its first spectrum today.
Upcoming Meteosat-11 SEVIRI decontamination
Thursday, 13 December 2018
A Meteosat-11 SEVIRI decontamination will be performed from 21 to 28 January 2019.
Current GOES-15 data service to end and new GOES-15 data in netCDF to be available soon
Thursday, 06 December 2018
The current GOES-15 data in LRIT format will stop being distributed on EUMETCast on 1 January 2019 and new GOES-15 data in netCDF format will be available from 17 December 2018.
Removal of Packet Identifier (PID) 509 from EUMETCast Basic Service
Thursday, 06 December 2018
On 13 December, PID 509 will be removed from EUMETCast Basic Service.
Release of Sentinel-3B Ocean and Land Colour Instrument (OLCI) Level-1 products
Thursday, 06 December 2018
From 12 December 2018, Sentinel-3B OLCI Level-1 Products will be available at Near Real Time (NRT) and Non Time Critical (NTC) timeliness.
Release of Sentinel-3B STM Level-1 and Marine Level 2 Products
Monday, 03 December 2018
From 6 December 2018, Sentinel-3B STM Level-1 and Marine Level-2 Products will be available at Near Real Time (NRT), Short Time Critical (STC) and Non Time Critical (NTC) timeliness.
European satellite control centre of the future unveiled in Darmstadt
Friday, 30 November 2018
Europe's most modern satellite control centre has been unveiled at the Darmstadt headquarters of EUMETSAT, the European Organisation for the Exploitation of Meteorological Satellites.
European Union's Copernicus programme is planning a monitoring capacity for anthropogenic CO2 emissions
Thursday, 29 November 2018
Helping countries verify their CO2 emission reductions
Update to AC SAF IASI SO2 BUFR product
Thursday, 29 November 2018
The IASI Sulphur Dioxide BUFR product from AC SAF will be updated on 14 January 2019.
Wednesday, 28 November 2018
As of today, EUMETSAT has responsibility for the full dual spacecraft operations of Sentinel-3A and 3B and the marine data production. In the coming few weeks, the team will complete those commissioning activities which could only be performed in the nominal orbital configuration and will ramp up the product releases.
New Sentinel-3A Land Products for Africa soon on EUMETCast
Wednesday, 21 November 2018
Sentinel-3A Land Products for Africa will be available on EUMETCast Africa from 3 December 2018.
Previous versions of four Copernicus Global Land Service products to be discontinued
Wednesday, 21 November 2018
From 17 December 2018, the distribution of these products on EUMETCast will stop.
US, European teams welcome Metop-C's first AMSU image
Monday, 19 November 2018
The first science data from the Advanced Microwave Sounding Unit (AMSU-A) on board Metop-C has been received after the instrument was switched on just nine days after the satellite's launch on 6 November. The AMSU-A data were received during a series of instrument tests taking place before the satellite is operational.
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Former WWE Superstar and two-time WCW World Heavyweight Champion "The Total Package" Lex Luger recently responded to a fan on Twitter who asked him to clarify that he was still alive after somebody apparently edited Luger's Wikipedia page and said that he had passed away earlier this month.
I really hate that I'm asking this, it could be #fakenews but I need to know: @GenuineLexLuger are you still alive? I hate that I'm asking because people can be cruel claiming people are dead. I saw it on #Wikipedia pic.twitter.com/gSocRZ1vD4— DrewRisesAfterNaps (@TheCandrewBlane) February 3, 2018
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LOS ANGELES: Reality TV personality and makeup mogul Kylie Jenner has announced that her latest Kylie cosmetics collection will be influenced by her daughter Stormi, who was born earlier this month. Kylie took to her Instagram account to show excited fans the collection: something she worked on her throughout her "entire pregnancy".
The line includes new shades of her iconic lipsticks along with other products themed around the name Stormi.
Before revealing the collection to her followers, Kylie said: "So before I open up my newest collection, I just wanted to tell you guys a little bit of the background. I worked on this pretty much my entire pregnancy and right after we chose Stormi's name. Her name really inspired me so I spent a lot of time on this collection. And I put a lot of detail in it so I'll do my best to try and show you guys a few details."
Kylie has ditched her signature packaging for this collection and has embossed the new products with lightening strikes as a nod to her daughter's unconventional name.


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Daring to be Different
Being a Faith Family in a Secular World
Sarah Johnson
Paperback |192 pp |234 x 156 mm
The decision to bring your family up in any faith can feel like swimming against the tide. Sarah Johnson offers encouragement and practical advice. In this engaging book Sarah Johnson offers encouragement and practical advice for those who want to bring their children up in the Christian faith. Following the liturgical year, from Advent and Christmas through Lent and Easter to Pentecost in the summer, Sarah Johnson shows how faith can help your family rediscover the earths seasons, enrich mealtimes, holidays and household chores, and add a touch of magic to grey days. Daring to be Different is an essential read for busy parents wanting lively ways to build faith into daily family life.


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Here are some links to articles about me and/or Louisville Diners. I created this page mainly for my parents to find aforementioned articles. Hi, Mommy and Daddy!
- Ashlee Thompson's 'Louisville Diners' coming, The Courier-Journal, March 13, 2015
- 'Louisville Diners' explores the quirky, the down-home and the Americana mainstay of local greasy spoons, Insider Louisville, March 17, 2015
- 'Louisville Diners' is a Master Class in Greasy Spoons, Strange Fruit Podcast, March 21, 2015
- Interview on The Local Life, Crescent Hill Radio, April 4, 2015
- Louisville's famous Twig and Leaf: are diners landmarks worth preserving? The Guardian, April 7, 2015
- Interview on What Happens Next, Louisville Improvisors podcast, April 16, 2015
- Diners, Words and No Guy Fieri, Voice-Tribune, May 14, 2015
- CJ staff picks for best burgers in Louisville, The Courier-Journal, July 2, 2015


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A 7/1 ACCA and 3/1 BTTS Treble both landing meant last Saturday was a successful end to the international break. I hope some of you got on or landed your own winners, now the aim this week is not to return those winnings to the bookies and increase that profit. The internationals for once threw up quite a few surprising results, but not even Mr Blue's hangover could be used as an excuse for his backing of a Swindon side who lost 4-1 at home to Barnet, in what was probably the most impressive score line in the football league last week.
Onto this weekend and with the Premier League and Championship returning there looks to be some great value around for punters. Below we have a selection of suggested bets dependant on how much risk you'd like to take.
Leeds, Wolves, Fleetwood – 7/2
Leeds (4/7) haven't really kicked on at home yet with 2 draws but should pick up their first home win when they welcome Burton to Elland Road. The Brewers once again will do well to survive this term and have lost their 2 away games so far. Wolves (3/4) welcome a Millwall side who haven't scored on the road thus far. After their big spending in the summer the Wanderers should have too much firepower and collect the 3 points. We complete the treble with Fleetwood who have 2 wins from 2 at home without conceding a goal. Opponents Oldham look in tire trouble, even at this early stage, after losing all 5 of their matches so far.
Wolves, Charlton, Fleetwood, Notts County – 9/1
Charlton have made a solid start to life in League 1 winning 4 from 5 and at odds of 13/10 look good value at home to Southend. In League 2 Notts County (7/11), a side I fancy for at least a play-off spot, haven't lost in 5. Here they welcome Morecambe who haven't won in 5 and have picked up 5 points so far this season.
Leeds, Oxford, Coventry, Wrexham – 10/1
Oxford (8/13) are Mr. Blues tip for promotion out of league 1 and have made a solid start collecting 8 points from 5 fixtures. Gillingham travel to the Kassam stadium having not won so far this term. In the National League odds of 6/4 look generous for a Wrexham side who have 15 points from 8 fixtures and sit third so far. They travel to Torquay who have 2 points and have conceded 20 goals in the process.
Leeds, Wolves, Fleetwood, Oxford, Charlton, Wrexham – 40/1
Leeds, Wolves, Fleetwood, Charlton, Oxford, Notts County, Coventry, Wrexham – 113/1
Reading v Bristol City, Mansfield v Grimsby, Chester v Ebbsfleet – 4/1
QPR v Ipswich, Sheffield Wednesday v Notts Forest (KO 17:30), Bristol Rovers v Walsall, Accrington v Carlisle, Newport v Wycombe, Boreham Wood v Leyton Orient – 22/1
Bristol Rovers, Aberdeen, St Mirren, Bayern Munich – 124/1
As always good luck with any bets you place and let us know your own thoughts, tips and winners below.


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Micron WM215-W toy battery Small electronic products automatic vending machine for sale
Machine operation video:http://https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=igEYVH42feM
Product catalogue:https://www.slideshare.net/AimeeChan2/micron-tech-company-and-product-introduction-mar-2019-2
1.Easy to use customer interface.22 inch large touchscreen also can be used for advertising.
2.LED Lighting for Brilliant Merchandising
3.Anti-theft device placed on the delivery door.
4.For the operator, the specially designed trays can be tilted or pulled completely out for stocking and servicing.
5.Interlock Door Construction for Added Security Double Pane Glass
6.Infrared detect to insure delivery.
7.Adopt international MDB standard design.The payment system support cash (bill+coin) / cashless.
8.GPRS or 3G remote monitoring system support.
9.Re-configurable product selection spacing for variable package size.
10.The customized logo and sticker accepted.
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Our company
Micron Tech was located in Guangzhou city, Guangdong Province. We focus on supplying high quality vending machines and customized solution in retail industries. we have a professional and outstanding team which has committed to vending industry for many years and possessed rich experience in design, production, integration and after-service.
In 2017, the company expanded the plant to more than 9000 square meters. We have independent core technology and sustainable R&D capabilities. Our products can be widely used in schools, highways, airports, railway stations, shopping malls, hospitals, enterprises etc., and can sell food, stationery, books, toys, clothing, drugs and support coins,notes, WeChat, Alipay, IC card, QR code payment etc.
We can combine internet, vending machine with traditional channel commercial chain code based on Cloud Service. With high quality and excellent service, Micron Tech has established a wide market influence and high reputation in vending machine field.
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|22 Inch Touch Screen
|Suitable For:
|Snack, Can, Bottles...
|Glass Door:
|Double Tempered Glass, 24V Electric Heating Defogging
|Merchandise Variety:
|Max. 25, 5 Drawers/layers, 5 Items For Each Layer
|About 125-250(according To The Size Of The Goods)
|Payment System:
|Default: Alipay /WeChat / Optional: Bill/ Coin/ Bank Card/ Credit Card / Other Cashless Platform
|Dimension Size And Weight:
|W775mm*T850mm*H1790mm, 130kg
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One day, probably about a month ago, I was at work and my boss came over to tell me something. I have to admit, I love chatting with my boss. He's so incredibly different from me, and he's had such an interesting life in a completely different world than the arts-based bubble I'm used to. When he actually sits down in the chair at the end of my desk, I know it'll be a good one, because he's settling in for at least a few minutes.
(My boss is crazy busy. I don't know how he stays sane with all the people who want/need his attention every single day.)
Anyway, you don't need to know what we talked about. All you need to know is that the conversation shifted to be about one scientist in particular, and then my boss uttered the following words:
"And you know, for a physicist, he's a really nice guy."
Maybe I'm spending too much time with chemists, but I've gotta say, that cracked me the fuck up.
That was the day I learned that no matter what field you work in, there's always a category of people who are known for not being the most agreeable/humble/talented/etc.
The people who make you go:
Who makes you go, "For a _____________, (s)he's really cool!"?


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Tags and topics realted to this article include E-40. Hip Hop, Rap, New Releases, Billboard and Bay Area.
Anchored by the album's first single "Tell Me When 2 Go," which features rapper Keak Da Sneak, "My Ghetto Report Card" (Reprise/BME/Sick Wid It Records) debuted at #1 on the Billboard R&B/Hip-Hop Charts (#3 on Billboard 200 Chart). The "Yay Area" native teamed with BME Recordings' head Lil' Jon, who executive produced the CD (also features production by Lil Jon, Rick Rock, E-40's son Droop-e of the Pharmasuticles, mainstay Bosko, and Studio Tone with guest features by Mike Jones, T. Pain, Keak Da Sneak, Turf Talk, Juelz Santana, B-Legit, The Federation, 8Ball, and UGK).
The video for the current single, "U And Dat," featuring T-Pain and Kandi Girl, is currently on high rotation at BET, MTV and Fuse.
E-40 will release a new DVD (August 29, 2006), entitled "E-40 & The Hype of Hyphy," featuring videos "U And Dat" and "Tell Me When To Go," a behind the scenes look at the making of those videos, and the Hype of Hyphy special, which takes viewers inside the movement and features special appearances by Federation and B-Legit, among others.
"E-40 acts as ringmaster with slick wordplay, street smarts and sly humor. He has long been at the head of his class; now he's graduating to the next level," raves Steve Jones in USA Today, while San Francisco Weekly's Tamara Palmer says, "'My Ghetto Report Card' will go down in history as the album that helped Bay Area hip-hop reclaim its place on the national stage." Congratulations to 40-Bellafonte, 40-water, E-fizzle, Fonzarelli, Mr. Flamboyant, The Ambassador Of The Bay -- E-40.
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Over the past few years, the government imposed copious regulations on healthcare providers, most of which are supposed to reduce costs, improve access to care, and consumerize the patient experience. Prior to 2009, the federal government was far less involved in driving the national healthcare agenda, and thus provider IT budgets, innovation, and research and development agendas among healthcare IT vendors.
This is, in theory (and according to the government), a good idea. Prior to the introduction of the HITECH act in 2009, IT adoption in healthcare was abysmal. The government has most certainly succeeded in driving IT adoption in the name of the triple aim. But this has two key side effects that directly impact the rate at which innovation can be introduced into the healthcare provider community.
The first side effect of government-driven innovation is that all of the vendors are building the exact same features and functions to adhere to the government requirements. This is the exact antithesis of capitalism, which is designed to allow companies to innovate on their own terms; right now, every healthcare IT vendor is innovating on the government's terms. This is massively inefficient at a macroeconomic level, and stifles experimentation and innovation, which is ultimately bad for providers and patients.
But the second side effect is actually much more nuanced and profound. Because the federal government is driving an aggressive health IT adoption schedule, healthcare providers aren't experimenting as much as they otherwise would. Today, the greatest bottleneck to providers embarking on a new project is not money, brain power, or infrastructure. Rather, providers are limited in their ability to adopt new technologies by their bandwidth to absorb change. It is simply not possible to undertake more than a handful of initiatives at one time; management can't coordinate the projects, IT can't prepare the infrastructure, and the staff can't adjust workflows or attend training rapidly enough while caring for patients.
As the government drives change, they are literally eating up providers' ability to innovate on any terms other than the government's. Prominent CIOs like John Halamka from BIDMC have articulated the challenge of keeping up with government mandates, and the need to actually set aside resources to innovate outside of government mandates.
Thus is the problem with health IT entrepreneurship today. Solving painful economic or patient-safety problems is simply not top of mind for CIOs, even if these initiatives broadly align with accountable care models. They are focused on what the government has told them to focus on, and not much else. Obviously, existing healthcare IT vendors are tackling the government mandates; it's unlikely an under-capitalized startup without brand recognition can beat the legacy vendors when the basis of competition is so clear: do what the government tells you. Startups thrive when they can asymmetrically compete with legacy incumbents.
Google beat Microsoft by recognizing search was more important than the operating system; Apple beat Microsoft by recognizing mobile was more important than the desktop; SalesForce beat Oracle and SAP because they recognized the benefits of the cloud over on-premise deployments; Voalte is challenging Vocera because they recognized the power of the smartphone long before Vocera did. There are countless examples in and out of healthcare. Startups win when they compete on new, asymmetric terms. Startups never win by going head to head with the incumbent.
We are in an era of change in healthcare. It's obvious that risk based models will become the dominant care delivery model, and this is creating enormous opportunity for startups to enter the space. Unfortunately, the government is largely dictating the scope and themes of risk-based care delivery, which is many ways actually stifling innovation.
Thus is the problem for health IT entrepreneurship today. Despite all of the ongoing change in healthcare, it's actually harder than ever before to change healthcare delivery things as a startup. There is simply not enough attention of bandwidth to go around. When CIOs have strict project schedules that stretch out 18 months, how can startups break in? Startups can't survive 18 month cycles.
Thus the is paradox of innovation: the more of it you're told to innovate, the less you can actually innovate.


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About Toshiba America, Inc. (TAI)
Founded in 1965, Toshiba America, Inc. (TAI) is a subsidiary of Tokyo-based Toshiba Corporation and the holding company of 6 Toshiba operating companies that offer a broad range of products and solutions for the residential, commercial, industrial and healthcare sectors.
Toshiba America, Inc.
1251 Avenue of the Americas
Suite 4110
New York, NY 10020
(212) 596-0600
The Company's customer markets comprise retailers, enterprises, municipalities, utilities, universities, businesses and other high technology manufacturers.
Toshiba America Companies & Principal Products
The six companies, which along with TAI are known collectively as Toshiba America Group, are Toshiba America Electronic Components, Inc. (Semiconductor and storage solutions), Toshiba America Energy Systems, Inc. (Power generation solutions), Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. (Digital products), Toshiba America Nuclear Energy Inc. (Nuclear power solutions), Toshiba International Corporation (Industrial, power electronics & transmission & distribution solutions), and Toshiba America Research, Inc. (R&D).
Manufacturing Facilities
Toshiba America Business Solutions, Inc. (TABS) has a production facility in Mitchell, South Dakota, where they manufacture toner for photocopiers.
In Houston, Texas, Toshiba International Corporation (TIC) has a facility where they produce high-performance drive motors for hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs), plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) and electric vehicles (EVs) along with motors and drives for industrial applications.
R & D Facilities
Toshiba America Research, Inc. (TARI) R&D activities focus on Big Data technologies in the areas of Healthcare & Building Systems. Big Data offers the potential to recognize previously unknown correlations and predict outcomes from the data.
Toshiba Corporation, the Tokyo-based parent company, established US operations in 1965 through the incorporation of Toshiba America, Inc.
Corporate Citizenship
Toshiba/NSTA ExploraVision
Sponsored by Toshiba and administered by the National Science Teachers Association, Toshiba/NSTA ExploraVision is the world's largest science competition for K-12 students. Since 1992 the ExploraVision program has awarded more than $5.5 million (maturity value) to close to 350,000 participants. Up to $240,000 (maturity value) in savings bonds and Toshiba products are awarded each year.
Toshiba America Foundation
Toshiba America Foundation is a private, endowed, not-for-profit grant-making organization. Established in 1990, the Foundation contributes to the quality of science and mathematics education in U.S. schools by investing in projects designed by classroom teachers to improve instruction for students in grades K-12. Over the past 25 years, Toshiba has awarded approximately $11 million through TAF.
For more information please visit Toshiba at www.toshiba.com or Facebook at www.Facebook.com/ToshibaInnovation or Twitter at @ToshibaInnovate.
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After tragedy destroyed his attempt to rebuild the Jedi Knights, Luke Skywalker vanished from the galaxy. Now, Rey has finally found him on the remote planet of Ahch-To as the Resistance needs his help to thwart the efforts of the evil First Order and stop Supreme Leader Snoke.
Sideshow and Hot Toys are very excited to officially present the new sixth scale collectible figure of the legendary Jedi Master - Luke Skywalker in Star Wars: The Last Jedi! The highly-accurate collectible figure is expertly crafted based on Luke Skywalker's appearance in Star Wars: The Last Jedi. It features a newly developed head sculpt with remarkable likeness, meticulously tailored outfit with a poncho, a lightsaber, a variety of accessories, and a specially designed character-themed figure stand!
Don't miss the chance to add the new Luke Skywalker collectible figure to your treasured Star Wars collection!


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1500AH Sealed Rechargeable Lead Acid Battery 2V Low Self Discharge Rate
|Nominal Voltage
|Nominal Capacity (C10)
|1500Ah (1.80V,at 20℃)
|Total Height
|Internal Resistance
|Approx. 0.14 mΩ
|Max Charging Current
• AGM-Acid Valve-Regulated Lead Acid battery
• Patent precise Terminal glue sealing & ABS Heat sealing
• Horizontal installation eliminate the acid stratification and prolong cycle life
• Soft & hard connector with complete insulation and maintenance access hole
• Self-regulating pressure relief valve with flame arrester
• Flame retardant ABS case (UL94 V-0, optional)
• Low self-discharge rate
• High gas recombination efficiency (>99%)
• Excellent deep discharge recovery capability
• Telecommunication
• Power plant and power transformer system
• Navigation and signaling system
• Solar energy system
• Radio and broadcasting station
• Emergency lighting system
• Other spare & circulatory system
• Sealed Construction
The unique construction and sealing techniques ensure no electrolyte leakage from case or terminals.
• Electrolyte Suspension System
All batteries utilize an electrolyte suspension system consisting of a high porosity, glass fiber material which in conjunction with plates, totally absorb and contain the electrolyte.
• Gas Recombination
CGB batteries incorporate a built-in design that controls gas generation and induces recombination of more than 99% of gases generated during float or cyclic usage.
• Maintenance Free Operation
There is no need to check specific gravity of the electrolyte or add water to batteries during float service life. In fact, there is no provision for this type of maintenance.
• Low Pressure Valve Regulated System..
All batteries are equipped with safety release valves, designed to operate between 1.5 and 6 psi (10-40kPa) and automatically reseal. Hence, there is never an excessive accumulation of gas within the battery.
• Heavy Duty Grids
Heavy duty lead calcium tin alloy grids provide an extra margin of performance and service life in either float or cyclic applications.
• Cyclic Service Life
More than 600 discharge/recharge cycles can be realized from CGB CB and HR batteries, dependent on the average depth of discharge.
• Float Service Life
SE and CB, HR Series batteries have an expected life span of 3 to 5 years in float service applications.
• Self Discharge - Shelf Life
The self discharge rate at room temperature is approximately 3% of rated capacity per month.
• Operating Temperature
CGB Batteries may be operated over a broad range of ambient temperatures.
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The batteries are manufactured using a range of terminals which vary in size and type. Please refer to details as shown
1. After received product, please checked box damaged or not, if find crack on battery body, cont-act with us and logistics, it should be caused by boorish handle during delivery;
2. Don't pull or shake terminal, otherwise, it may cause terminal loosen;
3. Battery is not allowed close to Tepid source or basked under the sun for a long time;
4. Charge in the obturate container is not allowed;
5. No short circuit. Battery should be stored full of electronic when not in need, and the battery should be charged every six months in order to avoid the irreversible sulphation. When battery case bursts or electrolyte leaks, battery should be changed lest the acid corrosion.
6. No battery in environment with the acid gas.
7. When battery is used as the backup battery, be careful and check it at regular time to avoid the damage battery.
Especially the battery beyond one year should be checked in time, and change the less capacity and scrapped
battery(some batteries maybe have voltage butno current; some batteries maybe have current but no voltage; some maybe have both but less capacity:all these conditions cannot meet the work,reach the power-on time. Do not forth small battery,cause the huge losses )
8. Forbidden put battery in the fire, otherwise it will cause an explosion.
9. When battery cracks or leaks, please use cotton cloth clean it. When skin contacts to the liquid, wash with fresh water immediately. See doctor if serious.
10. No wash on the surface of the battery with the organic solution.
The storage area must be clean, ventilated, dry and without direct sunshine. All lead acid batteries lose capacity when standing on open circuit because of self-discharge. The result is that the voltage of open circuit is decreased, and the capacity also decreased. The self-discharge rate is related with ambient temperature. The self-discharge degree is smaller when the ambient temperature is lower, otherwise is larger. Batteries should be supplementary charged if they have been stored for six months or the open circuit voltage is lower than 2.10V/Cell. The equalization charge method should be adopted. All batteries, which are ready to store, should be fully charged before storage. It's suggested to record storage time in periodic maintenance record and record the time when another necessary supplementary charge should be made. The quality certificates of Eos batteries record the latest charge time of the batteries, next charge time can be calculated according to this charge time.


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When you see something like…
6 + 9 x 0 – 3
… what part should you calculate first?
Start at the left and go to the right? Or go from right to left?
BODMAS is an acronym or mnemonic used to help learners remember the correct order to complete mathematical calculations in the 'order of operations'. The order of operations (or operator precedence) is a collection of rules that reflect conventions about which procedures to perform first in order to evaluate a given mathematical expression.
Each letter stands for a mathematical operation.
Anything in Brackets should be completed first, then the orders, followed by any division or multiplication and finally addition or subtraction.
Division and Multiplication have been grouped together as they are of the same level; this means that if you have a calculation involving division and multiplication then you complete them as they appear from left to right. This is the same for addition and subtraction; they are completed as they appear from left to right.
So here is the answer to the above challenge:
6 + 9 x 0 – 3
= 6 + (9 x 0) – 3
= 6 + 0 – 3
= 3
The answer is thus B.
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NBC Bay Area and Safeway are joining forces for the annual Feed the Need food drive on Saturday, November 18, kicking off a month-long effort to fight hunger in the Bay Area. This year's food drive will take place at 167 Safeway stores throughout the Bay Area to benefit local food banks through December 26.
It is easy to help families in need this holiday season, visit one of the 167 participating Safeway stores and look for the bag display, grab a flyer from the tear pads and take it to the register for just $10. Your donations to your local food bank will include sustainable food items like: pasta and sauce, canned vegetables, soup, and important proteins like peanut butter, beans and canned chicken breast.
Last year, the food drive collected more than 360,000 bags across the Bay Area, nearly tripling the amount from the previous year and amounting to more than 2,880,000 pounds of food for those in need.NBC Bay Area news reporters will volunteer at their neighborhood Safeway stores on Saturday, November 18, please see the list below.
NBC Bay Area volunteer locations:
- Laura Garcia and Marcus Washington - 840 E Dunne Ave, Morgan Hill at 7 to 9:30 a.m.
- Robert Handa and Ian Cull - 235 Tennant St, Morgan Hill at 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
- Janelle Wang and Chris Chmura - 160 First St, Los Altos at 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
- Terry McSweeney - 1 Camino Alto, Mill Valley at 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
- Sam Brock, and Mark Matthews - 110 Strawberry Village, Mill Valley at 2 to 4 p.m.
- Scott McGrew, Kari Hall, and Vianey Arana - 3970 Rivermark Plaza, Santa Clara at 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
- Mike Inouye and Bob Redell - 4495 First St, Livermore at 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
- Damian Trujillo - 2980 East Capitol Expressway, San Jose at 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
- Kris Sanchez and Garvin Thomas - 1530 Hamilton Ave, San Jose at 12 p.m. to 2 p.m.
- Rob Mayeda - 3496 Camino Tassajara, Danville at 12 p.m. to 2 p.m.
- Jodi Hernandez and Cheryl Hurd - 5051 Business Center Dr, Fairfield at 12 p.m. to 2 p.m.
A special thanks to our volunteers:
- Junior League of San Jose
- Girl Scouts of the Bay Area
- Kiwanis Clubs
- Alameda County 4-H
- Second Harvest Food Banks
- Contra Costa and Solano Food Banks


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American Airlines and US Air down, GOL and TAM surge – Stock Wrap
American Airlines' shares dropped back 0.9% on Friday, as the carrier forecast a 16-17% reduction in 2Q2009 mainline unit revenue (see below). The reduction is not as bad as United's expected up to 18.9% reduction in PRASM this quarter.
Shares in Brazilian carriers, GOL and TAM, surged 5.5% and 4.0% on Friday on an improving demand outlook. ANAC stated domestic demand in Brazil was down (only) 5.4% year-on-year. GOL's shares closed at their highest level since 19-Jan-2009.
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North & South America selected airlines daily share price movements (% change): 19-Jun-09
American Airlines' Securities Exchange filing, 18-Jun-2009
The following is an extract from American Airlines' Securities Exchange filing on 18-Jun-2009:
"Revenue: Second quarter mainline unit revenue is expected to decrease between 16.0% and 17.0% year over year while second quarter consolidated unit revenue is expected to decrease between 16.2% and 17.2%. In total, Cargo and Other Revenue is anticipated to decrease between 7.8% and 8.8% relative to second quarter 2008.
Liquidity: We expect to end the second quarter with a cash and short-term investment balance of approximately USD3.3 billion, including approximately $460 million in restricted cash and short-term investments. Our expected cash balance includes the impact of nearly USD400 million in principal payments on long term debt made during the second quarter. We also expect to end the second quarter with approximately USD50 million of hedge collateral posted with counterparties; this amount is not included in our cash balance expectations".
American stated its mainline unit costs are projected at USD 11.84 cents per available seat mile (ASM), down from USD 15.8 cents a year earlier. Excluding special items, the 2Q2009 unit costs are expected to be USD 11.66 cents, compared to USD 13.29 cents a year earlier.
Fuel prices have fallen dramatically since last year. In 2Q2008, American paid an average of USD3.17 per gallon. In 2Q2009, this is expected to average USD1.91.


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Happy Thursday! I have a short video for you today! In it, I show you how I use my copic markers to add texture to my coloring. I have a small disclaimer. I get a lot of requests for videos but I find the time that is takes editing and adding voice-overs to be too time-consuming for me these days. I did not edit this video one iota. I just added the credits, music and then my video :) It was so much faster and I think this is what I will do in the future….that way you'll get more vidoes from me!
I have used the super sweet image: Letter to Santa Luka. Happy Viewing!
Thanks for stopping by and I hope that you found my short video helpful!
You can find the card that I made with this image and the product information on my blog at this posting ~here~
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Lunch at The Enchantment Resort- an enchanting experience indeed
After an early morning, a longish trip in the van, and an afternoon of hopping around from vineyards to wine tasting rooms, our group arrived ravenous for a late lunch at The Enchantment Resort in Sedona. Chef Ted Cizma may never had fed so appreciative a group of diners.
We were welcomed at the resort's Yavapai Restaurant (named for one of the local native tribes) with Prickly Pear Margaritas, a real treat, but we were ready, without delay, to dig into the luscious food Cizma and his sous chef were cooking right at table in front of us.
Cizma actually offered us a slight apology, saying the menu was in transition, as he was new to the restaurant. Really- he needn't have bothered, the food was outstanding. He explained that he was in the process of incorporating indigenous foods into the menu, like his Cast Iron Skillet Roasted Scallops with Heirloom Bean Succotash. I'm not a fan of scallops, but I had to try this- along with his salad of Roasted Baby Heirloom Beets, Root Spinach, Beet Vinaigrette and Salted Sheep's Milk Ricotta. And then there was the Alaskan Halibut with Smoked Pepper and White Bean Ranchero, and the House Cured and Braised Pork with Ancho Chili Root Beer Glaze (which btw, was much more to my liking than the too sweet pork belly we had just the night before). Which was my favorite? Hmmmm…I'm not quite sure. Let me get a second serving of the halibut- and the pork. Did I mentioned I was famished after a long day of wine tasting?
Scallops with Heirloom Bean Succotash
Roasted Beet Salad with Salted Sheep's Milk Ricotta
Alaskan Halibut with Smoked Pepper and White Bean Ranchero
Outside the window at the restaurant we viewed the beautiful Boynton Canyon, surrounded by the stunning red rocks of Sedona- an enchanting place indeed. My friend Greg of SipptySup said afterwards, when I related the day trip to him, "I can't remember if Ive ever been to Sedona."
"Greg," I said, "if you'd been to Sedona, you'd remember it."
The view outside my window at lunch
Kachina Woman (or Katsina, as we learned The Heard Museum prefers) rock formation watches over the entrance to The Enchantment Resort
To finish our lovely lunch- a little glass of a dense Chocolate Mousse, with a chunk of chocolate embedded in it and topped with a sugared and spiced pecan. Ahh- now I can face the long ride back to Phoenix.
Chef Cizma was gracious enough to share his signature recipe for the Braised Pork with me. It uses a cut of meat new to me- Karubi style pork ribs- short ribs, Korean barbecue style, served without the bones.
Slow Braised Pork Short Ribs with Root Beer Glaze
For the pork:
- 2 pounds of Karubi style pork ribs
- 1 onion, large dice
- 3 stalks celery, large dice
- 1 carrot, large dice
- 10 garlic cloves, peeled
- 2 cups of tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon cumin seed, toasted and ground
- 1 tablespoon dark chili powder
- 1 tablespoon ground mustard seed
- 2 whole Ancho chiles
- 2 quarts Root Beer
- 2 cups strong brewed coffee
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- Coarse sea salt or kosher salt
- Season the pork with the salt, cumin, chili powder and mustard. Heat a heavy bottomed pot over a medium flame, add the vegetable oil. Brown the seasoned pork on all sides. Add the tomato paste, garlic, onion, celery, carrot and Ancho chiles to the pot. Continue to cook another 2 minutes, stirring vegetables.
- Add the root beer and coffee to cover the meat. Bring to a simmer, cover the pot and place in a 275 F oven. Cook for 3-4 hours, until pork is falling away from bone. Remove pork from liquid.
For the Glaze:
- Strain braising liquid through a fine sieve and refrigerate. When liquid has cooled, remove solidified fat from top.
- Reduce the braising liquid to glaze consistency. Reheat pork in a 400 F oven for 8-10 minutes or until hot all the way through. Spoon glaze over the top. Garnish with baby cilantro.
Serves 6 as a small plate, and 4 as an entrée.