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has been the issue that dared not speak its name in Michigan.
Until now.
Ending compulsory unionism has been whispered about for years. But it was rarely discussed in public forums until this year's gubernatorial election campaign.
Oakland County Sheriff Mike Bouchard, seeking the Republican Party nomination, ran advertisements suggesting a right-to-work law would create jobs, keep our young people at home and stop businesses from exiting the state.
But his bold play for making Michigan the nation's 23rd right-to-work state failed to excite even conservatives, who would love to see labor unions abolished.
Bouchard finished a weak fourth in the five-man primary race for governor.
The likelihood that Michigan will become a right-to-work state anytime soon is even more remote than the possibility of the University of Michigan winning the Big Ten championship in football this year.
Democratic gubernatorial candidate Virg Bernero owes his primary victory largely to labor unions, which bankrolled his campaign.
Bernero will back right-to-work legislation when Glenn Beck says Barack Obama is the greatest president in history.
We've spent the past several months exploring issues of vital interest to Michigan. For a full overview of topics, go to mlive.com/mi10.
Here's a rundown of our September installment on labor:
• Study finds right-to-work means more jobs at lower pay
• What does right-to-work mean?
• What will end this debate?
• About the author of the study
• What are Michigan's neighboring states doing about unions?
• Differences between doing business in a union shop or an open shop
• Will right-to-work policies ever be enacted here?
• Concept: Should we create right-to-work zones or counties?
• Labor historian writes about Grand Rapids' role in the union movement
• Explore West Point, Georgia, where Korean automaker Hyundai built its first Kia plant.
• The Georgia Kia plant will employ 3,000, but former UAW workers are learning they need not apply.
• Replay our live chat with Grand Rapids labor lawyer Fil Iorio and Stanley Greer from the National Right to Work Foundation.
• Nancy Crawley: A first-hand account from the right-to-work Kia plant in Georgia
Republican candidate Rick Snyder, who has a wide lead in the polls over Bernero, "doesn't support opening up the right-to-work can," spokesman Bill Nowling told me.
"He thinks it would be just too divisive at a time when we need to bring labor and management together to try to work on these issues," Nowling said.
Nor does Snyder favor any legislative effort to make Michigan a right-to-work state, he said.
So there.
Supporters of making Michigan a right-to-work state say it would help to counter the perception of the state as being ruled by inflexible union bosses ready to do battle with employers at the drop of a grievance filing.
Local economic developers say that manufacturing companies, in particular, are reluctant to invest in the state because of its strong union heritage.
"The perception out there is that the entire state is unionized," said Tino Breithaupt, senior vice president of economic development at the Traverse City Area Chamber of Commerce.
Perception lags reality, though. Just 18.8 percent of Michigan workers belong to labor unions, a historic low figure.
A right-to-work law also doesn't mean labor unions will disappear. In Alabama, a right-to-work state with a growing auto industry, 10.9 percent of workers belong to a union.
And many right-to-work states in the South that gained manufacturing jobs during the past couple of decades are struggling with high unemployment.
"You have a right to work nowhere," said Richard Block, a veteran professor of labor and industrial relations at Michigan State University. "An employer can fire you at will any time he wants" without a labor contract.
So how does Michigan resolve the right-to-work debate?
I hate to get all mushy on you, but we could be on the cusp of a new labor-management strategy to create jobs and improve Michigan's economic competitiveness.
In a recent speech at a Traverse City auto conference, new United Auto Workers President Bob King, who is backing Bernero, vowed to work cooperatively with automakers to ensure their success.
"The 21st-century UAW recognizes that flexibility, innovation, lean manufacturing and continuous cost improvement are paramount in the global marketplace," King said.
Nowling said Snyder has been meeting with labor leaders to discuss how the state can overcome the negative perception of unionization.
Do I hear a chorus of "Kumbaya"?
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Cheryl is due to make her prime-time TV comeback not on ITV, but on a new BBC show.
She was rumoured to be returning as a judge on ITV's next series of The X Factor but she's been filming a run through this week for new BBC show The Greatest Dancer.
Cheryl is said to have a mentoring role on the show.
Cheryl has been getting back to work since the birth of her child, Bear, last year with One Direction singer Liam Payne.
Aside from her brief appearance on The X Factor, she has also been back in the studio, thought to be recording her fifth solo album.

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Charitable giving builds strong ties between employer, community
Helping employees support organizations in their communities can be a powerful tool for employers to engage with workers. That's a lesson learned by Portland-based Standard Insurance Company, which prioritizes charitable giving to create a "culture of caring."
The company recently announced its 2017 Employee Giving Campaign, which is a two-for-one match of employee contributions to schools and nonprofits in their communities.
The dollar-for-dollar match by The Standard and its parent organization, Meiji Yasuda Life Insurance Company, means that for every dollar an employee gives, a school or nonprofit will receive three dollars.
"We offer this benefit because of our dual focus on exceptional customer service and desire to support the places we live and work," says Bob Speltz, senior public affairs director at The Standard. "[That focus] has been part of The Standard's core culture since our founding in 1906. Unlike industries with tangible products, we take it seriously to focus on helping people achieve financial well-being and peace of mind."
In 2016, 70% of The Standard's employees across the country participated in the annual giving program, pledging $1.5 million to 1,500 schools and nonprofits. After the dollar-for-dollar matches from The Standard and Meiji Yasuda, a record-breaking $4.2 million is being distributed to community partners throughout 2017, Speltz says.
"Our more than 3,000 employees are part of this culture of caring," Speltz adds. "Not surprisingly, our employees place a high value on giving back, partnering with the company to find ways to make a difference and support our communities."
The Employee Giving Campaign also includes a company-wide barbecue, games, bake sales and even an online auction to help raise funds.
And other incentives are provided for employees to engage in the program. For instance, when employees purchase a $100 Jeans Days sticker during the 2017 Employee Giving campaign, they can wear jeans on Thursdays and Fridays in 2017, Speltz says.
"Their $100 donation is also double matched and is designated to benefit one of five Jeans Days partner organizations," he adds. "This program raised more than $530,000 last year."
Generally, it's easy and convenient to donate, he says. "It only takes a few minutes for employees to pledge to their favorite charities through either a one-time payment or biweekly payroll deductions."
And while the Society for Human Resource Management's latest annual survey finds that charitable giving has remained relatively flat over the years — 21% in 2016 and 20% in 2017 — The Standard takes its initiative even further than charitable donations.
The company also provides workers with paid time off annually to volunteer, Speltz says. "Many employees use those hours, and more, to support community partners such as schools, Meals on Wheels, literacy programs and many other worthy groups," he adds. "In 2016, employees of The Standard volunteered tens of thousands of hours supporting their favorite nonprofit organizations."


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The little stream at the start had a spring-like look - no ice or snow!
Kelley couldn't wait to get in the Kenduskeg - the trail is quite a bit above the stream at this point and we had to look for a spot to get down to the stream.
and I found some wildflowers- Trout Lilies I learned when we got home and I looked them up
Back up to the trail and then immediately looking for another spot down.
and back in the water
A small but pleasant outing and when home I got quite a bit done in the yard while Kelley laid in the sun.


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For a few months this spring, as our referendum date with destiny approaches, our 'Euroamis' are genuinely interested in what is going on in London. Will we, won't we, will we, won't we, will we leave the dance?
There is not much interest in the contents of the Settlement, as we must now call it, except among banking supervisors, oddly, for whom the consequences could be serious.
At a seminar on the future of European banking in the Goethe University, to fend off further questions on the detail I suggested that the audience might have a look at the British Government's paper The Best of Both Worlds, which sets out the prime minister's negotiating achievements in persuasive purple prose.
A student subsequently told me that if you Google that title you get a slew of references to two iconic Star Trek episodes of that name. Numbers 74 and 75, since you ask. So in an idle moment on the train, I decided to remind myself of the plot, which had unaccountably slipped my mind.
I was thrilled I did, because there is a sharp political message lurking. It is evident that there was a Trekkie on the PM's negotiating team. The storyline centres around a determined attempt by The Borg (geddit?) to conquer the Federation by occupying the mind of Captain Picard and learning all the starship's secrets from him. For a time, it seems The Borg must win. It captures Picard, seriously damages the Enterprise, destroys a defensive fleet and hurtles towards Downing Street (well, Earth) with the aim of taking full control of the Galaxy.
But clever tactics with a deflector shield by the remaining crew turn the tables and The Borg is comprehensively routed. I imagine they watch it every Saturday night in Number 10. If I were Boris, I would keep a weather eye out for starships in the next couple of months.
The Goethe University is in Frankfurt, about which I wrote 400 words last month. I was pretty proud to manage 400, and I am afraid there is nothing more to say, except that I arrived by train from Paris at 11pm on a clear if cold night and decided to walk to my hotel about a mile and a half away. (I am a slave to my Fitbit these days.) In 40 minutes dragging my roller bag, I passed just three people after leaving the station, two of them Brits being ushered out of the Fox and Hounds, which was closing for the night. If it is really true that after Brexit, the US investment banks will up sticks and move to the banks of the Main, those guys in red braces with a serious table-dancing habit to support are going to have a bit of a culture shock. I even worried that I might get arrested for disturbing the piece with my rattling Tumi.
It's the first time in my life I have found Brussels to be a thrilling change. It took a while to get there, as the fancy new Inter City Express in Deutsche Bundesbahn livery came down with a nasty technical fault in Cologne. I blame those feckless Greeks who take all the money the Germans could otherwise spend on even faster trains. But eventually I made it to Brussels Midi for an enjoyable dinner discussing the Juncker plan (who knew?) and an exciting morning in a lively debate on the projected new rules for simplified, transparent, synthetic securitisations.
We bankers love the idea. Sadly, I expect the European Parliament to be more influenced by Michael Lewis. They plan to take evidence from him and to take time out to watch The Big Short. It is hard to deny them an evening of fun. If you spend your life poring over financial market directives in 12 languages, the occasional racy film must come as a welcome relief.
Brussels is unlikely to be the transfer location of choice for City firms post-Brexit, tempting though it is to be close to the corridors of puissance. Dublin is a more likely option, especially for fund managers, so I popped over to wish a few tops of the morning and see how things are now shaping up, Liffey-side.
Not too badly at all, at all, was my impression. The economy is the fastest growing in the Eurozone - not perhaps a tough trophy to win, more Capital One Cup than Champions League. But a clip of over 7% a year is impressive, even if they are coming off a relatively low base, and Dublin property is looking expensive again. There are some more than decent restaurants, and you can even see people on the street after dark. I don't think they have had a Frankfurt-style curfew since 1921. So a modest punt on downtown Dublin office space might be a handy Brexit hedge.
Belfast was not quite as buoyant, and a few factories are closing down or cutting back their workforces, so unemployment is well above the national average. But Ryanair is putting some new routes in and George Best City Airport was buzzing. As a Man City man, I don't warm to the name, but even the most one-eyed Blue must recognise that the boy could play, unlike most of the current lot. I wonder if one day there will be a Marouane Fellaini International Airport in his home town of Brussels, or a Memphis Depay regional hub in his native Moordrecht. No, I don't think so, either.
Howard Davies is chairman of RBS. Follow him on Twitter: @howardjdavies


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The Micasaverde & Vera community forums have moved Click here to visit the new Vera Control community forum
Most of the non-zwave dependent things I have brought over to openLuup. I am very satisfied with that.
I still have two cameras (Foscam FI8919w and a D-Link DCS-932L) working on the Vera Light, but not in openLuup. I will place a message about that on the thread concerned.
There is something not clear about what is the rule to do a Reload Luup Engine or/and refresh the browser (Safari on Macbook), or restart openLuup. I have successfully installed the Mysensors plugin on openLuup, but had to restart openLuup after discovering the nodes, to get them visible. Discovering the nodes is still a bit of trial and error.
Further I hope that you will continue with the development of openLuup. I have red on this forum about the polemics of the acquisition of Vera; a lot of sales talk and I am not sure what they will accomplish. It will take a long breath. In the meantime I am glad there is openLuup and ALTUI!
I've many code running in your fantastic openluup/DY/lua enviroment on rpi hw and some lua code running on several Vera/lua systems tha interact with zwave devices.
What's the best way to move the Vera-lua systems to a razberry/zway_plugin/openluup/lua enviroment with low impact on rewriting the lua code now present on Vera ?
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This past June, the South Carolina Stingrays celebrated their third Kelly Cup Championship in 12 years after defeating the Alaska Aces and sending Sarah Palin home crying. Just as good, John Bednar, coach of the Stingrays, became the first ECHL coach to have his name etched onto the cup three times over. That may not mean much in a region where hockey is often overlooked, but in a way that's what makes it even more awesome. We look for the Stingrays to bring us frozen joy for many years to come.
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Wednesday 2nd March 2016 - Mr. Terence Richards, Overstrand Together Open Meeting and Decorating Complete
We have received very sad news. Village resident and local historian, Mr. Terence Richards has passed away. Anyone who has wanted to find out about the extensive and diverse history of our village will have been familiar with Terry's website, 'Overstrand the Pearl on the Norfolk Coast'. Understandably, Terry's site is not currently available but I do hope that it won't be too long before we can once again peruse its pages. As Terry and I both used the same website provider, I was pleased to help Terry with the queries he had during the initial set up of his site. During conversations, Terry told me he had a wealth of additional material to post on his website; information that he and his wife Joyce had spent many hours researching and other items, which had been given to him as originals or copies. Unfortunately, due to his ill health, Terry was not able to finish, what is a massive project. I sincerely hope that sometime in the future Terry's work will be completed. It would be a fitting tribute and memorial to Terry; who loved this small coastal village of Overstrand. I always admired Terry for his tenacity in his pursuit of what he felt was true and honourable in life. He will be truly missed by many in the village, who along with ourselves; will be extending condolences to his wife Joyce and their family.
On Tuesday evening, I went with a friend to the Overstrand Together's Open Meeting in The Barn at The White Horse. There were a number of items on the agenda and in view of this; I did wonder how long the meeting would last. However, apart from a couple of diversions, it was not long before we were well down the list. In brief: the pantomime Alad in Overstrand raised approximately £1200, application for funding forms will be available from 7th March, it was agreed that a street party should be arranged in The Londs for the 15th May in celebration of the Queen's 90th Birthday, entries for the Yard Sale, Open Gardens and bookings for stalls at the Summer Fayre have been received, a ticket sale point for the Easter Raffle needs to be found, consideration was given to revamping the village sign garden and there were discussions about organising Facebook and Twitter for Overstrand Together.
Peter has completed decorating our spare room; it all looks bright and fresh and the blue walls co-ordinate well with the curtains. I have cleaned out the cupboards and put everything back into the room, with the exception of some books which will go into our WI Yard Sale in July. With all the cutting back and tidying of borders and vegetable plot up to date, there has been little to do in the garden. In preparation for the warmer months, I have planted broad beans and leek seeds in the greenhouse and three varieties of tomatoes, two types of peppers and geranium seeds are in the heated propagator in the conservatory.
Sunday 6th March 2016 - The Star, Closure of Public Toilets, Parish Council Meeting, More Tree Felling, Slumping Concerns and March Weather
I completely forgot to mention in my Wednesday entry that The Star fishing boat was moved from the Fishermen's Green last Sunday morning to the Maritime Rescue Centre in Stiffkey. The Star will be restored by the centre and will then go on show to the general public. It is good that the boat will not deteriorate further but on the other hand it has left the Fishermen's Green looking rather empty.
The Parish Council has plans to move the telephone box on the Mundesley Road and use it to display history boards relating to fishing in the area. I think the Fishermen's Green would be an ideal location for this telephone box. It would of course be subject to the agreement of the fishermen and the trustees. Yes, it would stand out and possibly look out of place but it would attract attention in an area where virtually all tourists pass by as some
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stage during their visit to the village. The Parish Council's current thoughts are to locate the telephone box on the car park where there is already an information board and map fixed to the toilet block. I have concerns that, in this location and when the toilets are closed out of season, that the telephone box could be, as happens in towns and cities, used as a loo.
On the subject of the public toilets, North Norfolk News published an article on their website on 28th February, outlining the District Council's proposals to close several public toilets in the area. The toilets in Overstrand on Pauls Lane car park is one of the facilities mentioned. The article stated that talks were taking place with Overstrand Parish Council about transferring the village toilets to their care. A couple of years ago the Parish Council were consulted about taking over the toilets but the costs were prohibitive and there was no funding available to make this viable. However, consultations between the Parish and District Councils' are to be re-opened. Our District Councillor, Angie Fitch-Tillett covered this in her report at the Parish Council meeting on Wednesday evening. She confirmed the negotiations would be re-opened, with a 'sweetener' offered to the Parish Council for the first couple of years. She assured those present at the meeting; if the negotiations failed and an agreement between both parties was not reached – the toilets will not close. The fact the toilets will not be closed will come as a great relief (sorry about the pun!) to visitors to the village, in particular walkers and those that use the coastal path.
This brings me on to the Parish Council meeting where:
• The date for a Public Meeting regarding the Parish Plan was announced. This will be in the Parish Hall in The Londs on Monday 18th April at 7.30 p.m.
• It was agreed to waive the charge to the White Horse Players for use of the Parish Hall for the pantomime.
• The Vice-Chairman, Gordon Partridge, gave a report covering several meetings he had attended. The key points were: concern over the fairness of distribution of the premium rate council tax levied on holiday homes within the district, affordable housing, increase in coastal car park rates, parish plans with their associated costs and the Deep History Coast.
• The Queen's 90th Birthday was considered and discussions took place with regard to the Parish Council providing a commemorative item.
Cleared Embankment
A Closer View
Mundesley Road Development
More tree felling has taken place off the Northrepps Road. An area of embankment, which was part of the railway line between Cromer and Mundesley, has been cleared of trees and undergrowth. A few years ago, at the Annual Parish Meeting, Simon Gurney spoke to villagers about the plan to return the area surrounding Northrepps Cottage Hotel to its original parkland layout, as designed by Sir Humphrey Repton. Part of the plan included, levelling the railway embankment to provide a clear line of site towards the sea. Felling the trees is presumably the initial step towards achieving this. I say, 'achieving' but I am not sure whether the sea will be visible. Trees along the Cromer Road, the bus shelter and trees on land belonging to Overstrand Hall may well hamper the line of sight.
I may be accused of being a scaremonger but I am going to say it anyway. It has always been impressed on us the importance of trees in Overstrand, which draw water from the land and underground streams. Without the trees drawing water, the volume of moisture in the land will increase and this will naturally progress out through the cliffs. Our cliffs are subject to slumping as a direct result of water and streams making their way through the cliffs and onto the beach. However, we have lost a lot of trees in the area over the past year, as a result of felling taking place on; the Mundesley Road development land, Hillingdon Park clearance for property builds and Northrepps Road on the embankment and area surrounding Northrepps Cottage Hotel. We have also lost a number of mature trees due to natural causes; a recent gale and high winds. These trees are, obviously, no longer drawing water from the land and coupled with the unusually high amount of rainfall during this winter, this has have given me concerns about the possibility of a major slump. If this is scaremongering, then so be it but I feel this needed to be said!
So far, the weather this month has been far from impressive. Yes, we have had some good spells of sunshine but on the whole it has been wet, grey and cold. On Tuesday we were very damp when we returned from a walk on the beach with Barney in the morning and today, we only just missed getting caught in a hailstorm which as the photograph shows, was heading towards the coast. I am so glad I spent time in the garden during January and February trimming plants and generally having a tidy. Our grass is sodden at the back and unless the ground dries out a bit by this afternoon, I won't be moving my chicken's coop because all the wheels will do, is sink into the ground. Normally, Peter would have put in the onion sets by now but with the vegetable plot so wet, if he did, they would just sit there and rot! It's very disappointing, after a good start to the year, with bulbs blooming early etc. This weekend has been particularly wet and I imagine anyone who has come for a weekend stay for Mother's Day must be less than happy.
Approaching Hailstorm
Thursday 10th March 2016 - Spring Again and Publishing, The 3R's - Recipes, Reflections and Reminiscences
This morning was such a refreshing change from others this week; no rain, no wind and the sun has come out! Monday we woke up to a thin layer of wet snow. Nothing to get excited about, or to bother photographing and certainly not enough for Barney to run and roll in. Temperatures have been in the region of 5°C, not what we expect for March and apart from a dry start first thing; it rained all day on Wednesday. But today there is a definite feeling of spring again. This afternoon we have enjoyed a walk along the sands towards Trimingham at low tide. Let's hope we have seen the end of the rain for a while and that the garden dries out so Peter can start planting. An added bonus today; I looked inside the propagator and all three varieties of tomatoes and the geranium seeds have started to germinate.
I have been busy indoors publishing my Greek recipe book, The 3R's – Recipes, Reflections and Reminiscences. This is now available in both paperback and Kindle versions from Amazon. There are over seventy of my photographs in the paperback edition which has resulted in high production costs and therefore I have had to set a retail price of £14, which is a little higher than I had originally anticipated. However, I am not prepared to compromise by reducing the number of photographs, as I consider they all build up a picture of 'Our Greece'. Unfortunately, Kindle does not support large numbers of colour photographs but I have still been able to retain just over thirty and the price of £5 reflects this reduction. Now I have published all three of my books, this should free up some time to progress my next book, which will be a collections of short stories. I have contacted The British Heart Foundation and Cancer Research UK who will benefit from the profits of the sales of my books and I now wait to hear from them as to how they are prepared to publicise my books and support my fundraising.
Sunday 13th March 2016 - Trying Recipes, More Trees Felled and Childhood Memory
It has been a week for trying out new recipes. Monday we had a Sausage, Paprika and Bean Casserole, followed by a Potato and Celeriac Rosti on Tuesday; both from Ross Dobson's Kitchen Seasons, a book I borrowed from the mobile library. On Thursday I cooked Harrira, one of Mary Berry's recipes; this was good but I prefer the version in my Two Fat Ladies cook book. On Friday evening I made Smoked Haddock and Red Pepper Fishcakes with ingredients suggested by Peter. The combination worked well and with Tzatziki (in my recipe book, The 3R's – Recipes, Reflections and Reminiscences), some additional thinly sliced peppers and Mediterranean bread, this made for a very tasty dinner. We have now devised three fish cake recipes, all very different to those you buy in supermarkets. Next on the list is Crab Cakes. The ones we have eaten in restaurants have been a disappointment. They have been blitzed so much you can't separate the crab from the other ingredients. I like my fish cakes to have identifiable pieces of fish or crab and not be one sold mass.
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room for some pots of lobelia and mimulus. We took a walk the other afternoon up onto the fields between Overstrand & Northrepps. From the top we could see the alms houses on Mundesley Road; these had previously been masked by the trees, on what is now the housing development site. Although a number of trees had to be removed to facilitate building, we thought the conifers that front onto the road would be left. However, a number of these have been felled creating the large gap that enabled us to see the alms houses from the field above. So there we have it – the village has lost more trees and instead of the ground water being sucked up by their roots, gallons of water will remain in the soil where it will filter its way out to sea and possibly increase the rate of cliff slumps.
I have included a photograph of a Pussy Willow, with the catkins just breaking. I love to touch the furry buds; they bring back springtime memories of my childhood and staying with my grandparents. My Nana
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used to cut some stems of Pussy Willow and then pick some daffodils from their garden. Back in their bungalow she arranged them in a vase; they looked so pretty together. The simple things of childhood remain in our memories and are not forgotten.
© 2016 Overstrand Life - Janet's Diaries
After the success of the Smoked Haddock and Red Pepper Fishcakes, Peter suggested we carry on experimenting with a view to writing a (fish) Cake and (meat) Rissoles recipe book. After reviews, on Clifftop Publishing and Amazon for my novel, 'On the Verge' which have, asked 'for more', I think this may have to go on the back burner! Saturday evening, we ate Pesto Chicken, a recipe from one of my Mediterranean cook books. Tonight I am trying Poached Pear Tiramasu from Ross Dobson's book. I have noticed there are two mistakes in the recipe and I have decided to advise the publishers of these errors. My decision is on the basis that I would welcome any such feedback on my three books, enabling me to make corrections.
The ground has dried out sufficiently for Peter to put in the potatoes and onions sets and sow some radish seeds. The tomatoes and geranium seedlings are far enough advanced to come out of the propagator, making
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When house hounting, you may think you've found the perfect property, but what if there were hidden issues the seller was keeping from you?
While a property may look up to standard, some sellers may not be as upfront about hidden nasties in order to sell their property. Listed below are just some of the issues to keep an eye out for. Some of these problems could end up costing you money or simply make living in the area less enjoyable, either way, it can help give you a heads up before inspection day.
Even though a house may look beautiful and clean, it could still have termites eating away at the walls and foundation.
You may see a fresh coat of paint on the walls as a nice effort to spruce up the property, but it could be an attempt to hide a termite damaged wall. Especially if there is only one small area of the house painted, not the whole house.
A pre-purchase building and pest inspection is a must for buyers, especially if you think there is something not right. An inspector can also conduct a termite inspection using thermal imaging to ensure there is nothing behind the walls eating away at the foundation.
Unfortunately for buyers, it can be fairly easy for sellers to temporarily plug up leaks in order to sell the property, but it can cause problems for the buyer down the track.
When inspecting the property, pay attention to any leaky taps, ceilings and air conditioning units. Also keep an eye out for bubbling and staining of the paint on the walls, this could be an indication that there is mould. It would be worth getting in a professional inspector who knows what to look for.
Structure and foundation issues
Structural damage could end up being a huge expense for buyers who don't pick up on it before signing the contract.
If sellers have something to hide, they may try and block access to different areas so that you can't inspect it. If this is the case, hire a building and pest inspector to check out the property and be sure that they pay special attention to the areas that have been blocked off.
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Have you been to an open house and loved how quiet the neighbourhood was?
Sellers and their real estate agents want to present the property in the best possible light and show that the area is a quiet and peaceful place to live. This can easily be done by scheduling open houses during quiet times of the week.
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Auckland Mayor, Phil Goff has received a specially commissioned Mäori Taiaha match day trophy which will be presented to the winner of the British & Irish Lions and Blues match to be played on 7 June.
With 120 days to go to the second match of the DHL New Zealand Lions Series 2017, New Zealand Rugby Vice President, Maurice Trapp presented the Taiaha, named Te Raki to note the geographical locaton denoting 'North' to Mayor Goff at a ceremony in Auckland.
The taiaha, a traditional Maori weapon, is at the heart of the design of the DHL NZ Lions Series.
As part of the Series, New Zealand Rugby commissioned the carving of seven Mäori Taiaha for presentation to the winning team in each of the seven games leading up to the All Blacks Tests.
Te Raki was given into the guardianship of the Auckland City Council at a special ceremony in Auckland on Friday. In the leadup to the tournament later this year, Te Raki will be displayed at various events and locations throughout the city.
Mayor Goff said the British & Irish Lions tour was a very special event which Aucklanders and New Zealanders would be anticipating with great excitement.
"Lions tours are incredible. Steeped in tradition, thrilling and passionate, we remember well the events of 2005 and are excited about the rugby and the atmosphere that this year's tour will deliver in New Zealand.
"Auckland comes alive for Lions tour and it's going to make for an incredible few weeks in our city later this year when we host three matches," said Mayor Goff.
Maurice Trapp said that Taiaha presented an extra special challenge to the match against the Blues.
"This is the first time in the history of the Lions Series that all teams will be vying for a trophy. The challenge to keep the trophy in Auckland will be a big one".


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These boxes have been four long years in the making; I hope you agree that they are a fab idea! No more searching for your Bow Tie or Cufflinks 30 mins before the transport arrives for the mess function!!
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These boxes will make a perfect gift for anyone, either on leaving a unit, promotion or even on leaving the armed forces after many years of dedicated service. We can also supply these as leaving gifts from your designated mess…………..who needs more embroided pennants anyway!!!
The lid can be engraved with your chosen cap badge or Regimental Emblem, and then personalised further with name and service details as required. Once engraved the cap badge and text are then hand painted with Gold Leaf paint.
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Minimal Studies //
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- 3. Study Three (04:02)
- 4. Study Four (04:21)
- 5. Study Five (04:01)
- 6. Study Six (04:23)
- 7. Study Seven (04:33)
- 8. Study Eight (04:02)
- 9. Study Nine (04:12)
- 10. Study Ten (03:55)
Hanno Leichtmann // modular system, bass synthesizer, guitar, ebow, organ, sampler, signal processors
Kai Fagaschinski // clarinet
Boris Baltschun // electric pump organ
Sabine Ercklentz // trumpet
Alex Stolze // violin
It all began with Study Ten.
After releasing his 4th Static album, which included ten songs, about 15 musicians and which took almost 6 years till its release, Hanno Leichtmann had the wish to record an album in one go, without endless recording and mixing sessions.
While experimenting with his modular system he discovered a method to compose that, what he later called Minimal Studies.
A modular sample player which can be controlled manually, by a sequencer, LFO or any CV source would make the basis.
So first there was the loop from Study Ten. Leichtmann added a bassline and some static tones made with a guitar and an ebow. A sampled choir. Then he asked Sabine Ercklentz to add some trumpet layers.
The first idea was to send the basic loop to different artists which should add different overdubs. And so to have 10 different versions of one song.
But then Leichtmann made more and more loops and used the same compositorical method on them.
So we have: a rhythmic-tonal loop, a deep synthetic bassline, static tones from ebowed guitars or a synth. And one or two melodies or melodic patterns played with an acoustic or sampled instrument. All the pieces have about the same length (approximately 4 minutes long).
The finished recording lets one think of (classical) minimal music but also of club music, ambient, dub or drone music.
These all have at least one thing in common: reduction.
Hanno Leichtmann invited these fine musicians Boris Baltschun, Kai Fagaschinski, Sabine Ercklentz and Alex Stolze to play on Minimal Studies.


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Rust Care
Indoor Rusted Pieces:
No maintenance is usually necessary for pieces mounted indoors.
Outdoor Rusted Pieces:
The finish is a real natural rust that developed over time outdoors. I applied a protective clear to protect it, but over time, the patina will continue to develop.
During the first year a thicker, more permanent later of rust will form. This is a good thing because the rust is a very good protective layer and it will allow these pieces to last a very long time. After the first year the appearance does not usually change much, if at all.
The steel is thick enough to last a lifetime without any upkeep. I personally think they look better with age and like the rustic look.
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Quirky online courses available to students and the public alike help remind us that education can be fun and enjoyable. Here's a list of eight courses that are a little -or a whole lot- outside the box. Take a break from your algebra or to-do list and enroll in one of these!
Course 1: Society, Science, Survival: Lessons from AMC's "The Walking Dead"
Affiliated University: UC Irvine (available on Canvas)
Description: "From understanding social identities to modeling the spread of disease, this eight week course will span key science and survival themes using AMC's "The Walking Dead" as its basis."
Course 2: It's the End of the World as We Know It (and I Feel Fine)
Affiliated University: Alfred University
Description: "This class will study the notion of the apocalypse or "the end of the world" in mythology, literature, film, graphic novels, and science. Why are people drawn to these stories, and why do we continue to tell them? What do the different causes/incarnations of The End say about our culture? And how the heck did the darkest apocalyptic novel in recent memory end up as an Oprah Book Club selection?"
Course 3: Climate Change in Four Dimensions
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Description: "This course views climate change from a variety of perspectives at the intersection of the natural sciences, technology, and the social sciences and humanities."
Course 4: The Camera Never Lies
Affiliated University: University of London (available on Coursera)
Description: "This short history course is an introduction to use of images and other media as historical evidence in the twentieth century, issues of authenticity and manipulation, and the place of film and historical adoptions as public history."
Course 5: Science and Cooking: From Haute Cuisine to Soft Matter Science
Affiliated University: HarvardX (available on Edx)
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Affiliated University: Stanford (available on youtube and Itunes U Video)
Description: "Astrobiology asks: Where do we come from? Are we alone? Where are we going? This course gives an overview of the excitement of astrobiology and space exploration, from the origin of our own biofriendly universe to questions of the future of mankind both on Earth and beyond."
Course 7: Fantasy and Science Fiction: The Human Mind, Our Modern World
Affiliated University: University of Michigan (available on Coursera)
Description: "We understand the world — and our selves — through stories. Then some of those hopes and fears become the world."
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Appellate Decisions:
Escher v BWXT Y-12 LLC , 627 F.3d 1020 (6th Cir. 2010) (Summary judgment affirmed dismission USERRA retaliation claim.)
Mynatt v. Lockheed Martin Energy Systems, Inc., 2008 U.S. App. LEXIS 6002, 2008 Fed. App. 153N (6th Cir. Tenn. 2008) (Summary judgment affirmed dismissing race discrimination, termination in reduction in force, racial harassment and racial failure to promote claims.)
Leadbetter v. Gilley, 385 F.3d 683 (6th Cir. 2004) (Summary judgment affirmed in reverse race and reverse gender discrimination failure to promote claims.)
Rowan v. Lockheed Martin Energy Systems, Inc., 360 F. 3d 544 (6th Cir. 2004) (Summary judgment affirmed in age discrimination reduction in force case with multiple plaintiffs.)
Wade v. Knoxville Utilities Board , 259 F.3d 452 (6th Cir. 2001) (Summary judgment affirmed in race discrimination and retaliation termination claim.)
Copeland v. Lockheed Martin Corp., 221 F.3d 1334, 2000 U.S. App. LEXIS 24132 (6th Cir. June 30, 2000) (Summary judgment affirmed in age discrimination reduction in force case.)
Shapira v. Lockheed Martin Corp., 201 F.3d 441 (6th Cir. 1999) (Summary judgment affirmed in sex discrimination in reduction in force and sex discrimination in assignment case.)
District Court Decisions:
Clark v. G4S Government Solutions, Inc. d/b/a WSI Oak Ridge , 2014 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 37832 (E.D. Tenn. March 21, 2014). Mr. Phillips and Mr. Will Carver obtained summary dismissal of plaintiff's race discrimination, gender discrimination, and retaliation claims against a security contractor.
Cunningham v. Tennessee Cancer Specialists, PLLC 2013 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 97297 (E.D. Tenn July 12, 2013) (Summary judgment granted on pregnancy discrimination claim under Title VII, the PDA, ADA and THRA.)
Shroyer v Dollar Tree Stores, Inc . 2011 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 126522 (E.D. Tenn Nov. 1, 2011) (Summary judgment granted on Plaintiff's claim of a retaliatory discharge for having filed a worker's compensation claim.)
Escher v BWXT Y-12, LLC 2009 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 66070 (E.D. Tenn 2009) (Summary judgment granted in USERRA retaliation case.)
Davidson v. Lockheed Martin Energy Sys. and Wackenhut Services, Inc., 2007 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 30757 (E.D. Tenn. April 26, 2007) (Summary judgment granted on race discrimination in termination and racial harassment claims.)
Clark v. Lockheed Martin Energy Sys. and Wackenhut Services, Inc., 2007 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 50692 (E.D. Tenn. July 12, 2007) (Summary judgment granted on multiple plaintiffs race discrimination in promotion, racial harassment and retaliation claims.)
Campbell v. Lockheed Martin Energy Sys. and Wackenhut Services, Inc., 2007 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 57871 (E.D. Tenn. Aug. 7, 2007) (Summary judgment granted on multiple plaintiffs racial harassment claims and claims of race discrimination in promotions, job assignments and other conditions of employment.)
O'Neal v. Wackenhut Services, Inc., 2006 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 34634 (E.D. Tenn. May 25, 2006) (Order denying motion to certify class in race discrimination failure to hire claim.)
Messner v. Lockheed Martin Energy Sys., Inc., 126 F.Supp 2d 502 (E.D. Tenn. 2000) (Summary judgment granted on age discrimination reduction in force claim.)
Published Articles
" Yardley v Hospital Housekeeping Systems LLC: A Win for the Employment-at-Will Doctrine ", Tennessee Bar Journal, October 2015, byt Edward G. Phillips and Brandon L. Morrow
" Sixth Circuit En Banc: Regular On-Site Job Attendance Remains an Essential Function", Tennessee Bar Journal, June 2015, by Edward G. Phillips and Brandon L. Morrow
" Wage and Hour Issues in the High Court: Mandatory But not Compensable", Tennessee Bar Journal, February 2015, by Edward G. Phillips and Brandon L. Morrow
" General Assembly Passes a Host of Employment Law Amendments", Tennessee Bar Journal, October, 2014, by Edward G. Phillips and Brandon L. Morrow
" Guns in Trunks: An Erosion of Tennessee's Employment-At-Will Rule?", Tennessee Bar Journal, June 2013
"Variation in State and Federal Pleading Standards: Webb and Veasy," Tennessee Bar Journal, February 2013
"Disability-Related Inquiries in Uncertain Times," Tennessee Bar Journal, June 2012
"New NLRB 'Quickie Election' Procedures," Tennessee Bar Journal, February 2012
"Staub v. Proctor Hospital : The Cat's Paw Theory Gets Its Claws Sharpened," Tennessee Bar Journal, June 2011
"Ministerial Exception Meets It's Match: Primary Duties of Secular Employees," Tennessee Bar Journal, October 2010
"What Not to Do When Separating Employment," Tennessee Bar Journal, June 2010
"Non-Compete Agreements: It's Not All About You, Employers," Tennessee Bar Journal, February 2010
"Where There's Smoke but No Fire, Ricci v. Destefano", Tennessee Bar Journal, October 2009
"Strategies for Reducing Legal Risk in Reductions in Force," Tennessee Bar Journal, June 2009
"Tennessee Supreme Court Speaks On Supervisory Harassment And Retaliation," Tennessee Bar Journal, February 2008
"What Employers Need to Know About the New No-Smoking Law," Tennessee Bar Journal, October 2007
"Prickly Pay Issues,"
Tennessee Bar Journal, June 2007
"Reporting for Duty," Tennessee Bar Journal, May 2006, a feature article on USERRA
Recent Presentations:
"Employment Law Update" Knoxville Bar Association Lunch and Learn (September 2012)
"Employment Law Update" Knoxville Bar Association Lunch and Learn (September 2011)
" Employment Law Update," Knoxville Bar Association Lunch and Learn (September 2010)
" Employment Law Update, " Knoxville Bar Association Lunch and Learn (September 2009)
"Employment Law Update," Knoxville Bar Association, Lunch and Learn (September 2008).
The Effect of Bankruptcy on Employment Law," Tennessee Bar Association Employment Law Section, Nashville, Tennessee. (April 2008).
"Employment Law and Regulatory Administration Update," Management Labor Employer Roundtable, San Diego, California (February 2008).
" Ten Tips on Conducting Reductions in Force," DOECAA 2007 Fall Conference, Cincinnati, Ohio (October 2007).
" Employment Law Update," Knoxville Bar Association, Lunch and Learn (September 2007).
" Developments in Employment Law," Kramer Rayson Employment Law Conference (September 2007).
" Managing the Employee Who is Absent" Kramer Rayson Employment Law Conference (September 2007).


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: DWDM Analog Return-path(5MHz-210MHz) Module. Connector Sc/apc Standard. Optical Power 8 MW.
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Data Sheet, Rev. 4 June 2001
A1751A DWDM Analog Forward-Path or Return-Path Laser Modules
The A1751A laser module is a dense wavelengthdivision multiplexing (DWDM) laser for analog applications. It features a distributed-feedback (DFB) chip that has been designed specifically for radio frequency (RF) applications. The A1751A laser module has a wide temperature range for reliable performance in harsh node environments and narrow transmitter designs. It also features low adiabatic chirp to maximize signal quality in short and long lengths of fiber. The laser´s excellent inherent linearity minimizes degradation of the broadcast signals caused by the quadrature amplitude modulation (QAM) channels.
Higher temperature rating Excellent linearity Standard ITU wavelengths Advanced analog chip design Tested for forward and return path applications Reduces equipment requirements in the hub Exceeds Telcordia Technologies* 468 specification.
Wavelength-division multiplexing is being designed into cable television architectures. DWDM, a method for delivering targeted QAM signals to different locations, allows multiple signal sets to be combined onto a single strand of fiber for transmission from a headend to a hub. At the hub, individual QAM signals can be selected and combined with broadcast analog channels. The versatile A1751A DWDM laser module reduces cable network architecture fiber needs and lessens equipment requirements in the hub. The A1751A is available in a wide range of standard ITU wavelengths. The lasers are offered as either forward-path (40 MHz--860 MHz) or return-path (5 MHz--210 MHz) modules.
Node capability Narrow transmitter housing Networks with limited fiber Architectures using separate optical wavelengths to carry targeted services
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A1751A DWDM Analog Forward-Path or Return-Path Laser Modules
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Absolute Maximum Ratings
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Cash Flow Forecast
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Cash Flow Forecasts
These look at all the money coming into and leaving the business, usually over the next 12 months.
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Why produce a cash flow forecast?
- If you want a loan from the bank, the bank will insist on a cash flow forecast to ensure the firm can pay the money back.
- It's a good way of anticipating any future money problems before they occur.
- It's a useful way of asking 'what-if' questions.
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Limitations of a cash flow forecast:
- Actual figures are likely to be different.
- The longer the time period, the less accurate the forecast.
- Some figures the firm has no control over.
- Price could change.
- Demand could be affected by external factors.
- Recessions.
- New competitors.
- Fashions and tastes changing.
- Fixed costs could change.
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When a firm has predicted cash flow problems, what can it do?
- Try to increase sales through marketing.
- Increase price. More money will come in, but sales may drop.
- Change to cheaper suppliers. Although quality may suffer.
- Reduce other costs.
- Ask the bank for an overdraft facility.
- Extend your trade credit by asking your suppliers for longer to pay.
- Change your business strategy.
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from the Bohemian Gothic Tarot: "The Empress: Motherhood and maturity. All things natural. The cycle of birth, growth, death, and rebirth. Being at one with nature.
shadow meaning: Acceptance that death, as well as birth, is part of the entire natural cycle. Trying to control nature. Poor, uncaring parenting."
The Empress. The Earth, and Dark Mother.
As a new parent one might spend time lurking at boards, picking up tips here and there. Baby having trouble getting out those dastardly burps? fennel tea! And one might pay closer attention to oft- parroted sayings.
"My children are my life!"
Normally this would go in one of my ears and straight out the other. But now it stayed and vexed and I was left wondering why. Surely, this was a loving, innocent statement. Nothing to brew about. And it's certainly not my beeswax if others think this way.
But as I pondered the statement further, I realized I just didn't like the implications (real or imagined) behind the words. Because, no. He's not. I had my own life before him, and continue to now. My dreams and desires and pursuits continue. He is the most amazing, awesome, joyful part of my life. He's the whipped cream and cherry on top the sundae. But we are separate entities. Never do I want to be the kind of person who lives vicariously through their child. That wouldn't be fair to me. Nor to him. He is an autonomous being and he has the right to his own dreams and desires and pursuits. And yes, the right to his own mistakes and failings, too.


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A Few Words on the Gospel for the Day
Sunday, August 2, 2020
Aug 2 Sunday Mt 14:13-21 | "They all ate and were satisfied." The total of what was collected as fragments was, at least, twenty-fold... Read More
Ah, June! As the weather tries to sort itself out, shifting from hot to cool, very wet to dry, many of us are already in the summer mindset. That includes several parish ministries.
At Holy Cross, it's time to put the spotlight on our youth who are commencing the next stage of their lives. This Sunday, June 11, we have our Graduation Mass and Reception. Congratulations to all our graduates, and best wishes as you begin the next stage of your lives!
It's also time to help our youngest parishioners (ages 3 to 10) to get a solid start on their faith development, with Vacation Bible School, June 13-15. This year, the theme is Rome: Paul and the Underground Church. Our Faith Formation team could use a few more volunteers, and there's still time to register your children. View details here or contact Jeanetta Hopkins.
The changeable weather seems to be perfect for the parish's community garden, which has already yielded 22 pounds of produce from two 'Tuesday Harvest' days: greens, beans, squash, a few peppers have been delivered to Catholic Charities the past two Wednesday mornings.
Anyone interested in learning more about the garden or how you can help (one-time or throughout the summer) is welcome to attend the garden ministry's Second Saturday meetings, after the Vigil Mass. Bring a snack to share, and a change of clothes to tackle a few garden chores, if you have time to stay and help. Volunteers are also welcome to sign up to help with picking veggies and cleaning/packing them for delivery to Catholic Charities by 9 AM Wednesdays. And, of course, volunteers are always welcome to help weed and water. You can adopt a single part of the garden, or just help with whatever needs to be done. Send an email message to Anna Rzewnicki or talk with her or Deacon Phil Rzewnicki after Mass.
The parish community garden is one of several outreach ministries that help Catholic Charities and other organizations assist in meeting the needs of others. Read about our outreach ministries here. And remember, the needs of others do not disappear with the holidays. Your donations of time, talent and treasure are welcome throughout the year.
This year, the garden is also growing a variety of flowers - like these in the vase in our gathering space - for use in the church. The flower garden is outside of the electric fence that protects the vegetables, and includes lots of lillies and other perennials.
Church leaders in charge of flowers for the altar or parish celebrations are welcome to cut flowers from the parish flower garden. The more that the flowers are picked, the more they'll be producing new flowers. Volunteers are welcome to help keep the flower beds weeded and watered.
A number of parishioners moved to the Durham area from the various Caribbean countries, and are part of the history of Holy Cross. Once a year, Holy Cross celebrates this connection with a Caribbean Mass and reception featuring foods from the region. Read about the parish's Caribbean roots and the Caribbean Mass.
Updates and details regarding Bulletin items and current news and events. View the parish e-newsletter for additional news and updates. Read MoreSubscribe
Sunday, August 2, 2020
Aug 2 Sunday Mt 14:13-21 | "They all ate and were satisfied." The total of what was collected as fragments was, at least, twenty-fold... Read More
Sunday, July 26, 2020
Jul 26 Sunday Mt 13:44-52 | To live our life in union with the Trinity by praying to the Father, walking in companionship with... Read More


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A native of India based in Rome, Pr Kuruvachira is a Roman Catholic priest who also teaches at the Salesian Pontifical University. He is a recognized specialist in interfaith dialogue. Pr Kuruvachira was first a EUCLID student (at the Master's level, even though he already held a PhD in Philosophy, Pontifical Gregorian University) and subsequently joined the EUCLID faculty corps.
Photo: Pr Kuruvachira photographed with Pope Francis in 2015.


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I have blogged about the Mobile Web Megatrends conference before .. and a lot has happened since then.
Here's where we are at! Please sign up ASAP if you are interested.
The event is on Sep 8 2008 at the pacific film archive theatre at the University of California Berkeley for only $195. Link is Mobile Web Megatrends
Speakers include companies who are doing some cutting edge work in the Mobile Web space including Nokia, Opera Mobile 9.5 , ESPN mobile , Oracle atomdb , Admob
Startups – Moblast, , skyfire, cellfire, mynumo
Thought leaders and bloggers – Ajit Jaokar, Michael Mace , Barbara Ballard , Mike Rowehl
Operator strategies – OMTP Bondi , Gemalto SCWS
Emerging markets – Brazil – Mobile trends and digital inclusion
Co-Created and Chaired by Ajit Jaokar, the simple idea behind Mobile Web Megatrends is to create a small, niche event focused on developments that are key to the Mobile Web, currently (2008/2009)
This means that the conference will be focused and granular and have much more interaction from attendees and speakers than is usually found at such events.
Topics to be covered include:
Browser evolution(Opera mobile 9.5, Nokia S40 6th edition, flashlight)
location based services including CellID databases
iPhone including iStore and iPhone applications
Mobile web advertising,
Emerging markets(Brazil and Digital inclusion)
Network API's (OMTP Bondi)
Offline browsing
And much more.
The discussion will focus on the strategy, implementation, competitive advantages and the pitfalls of these trends with a unique opportunity to get unbiased opinions. You will clarify your thinking from the experience of others and keep the conversation going through an ongoing attendees only discussion forum.
For more information and registration, please visit Mobile Web Megatrends conference


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Protect Senior Loved Ones From Tick-Borne Illness
July is a high-risk month for a disease that is especially dangerous for older adults.
This is the time of year when we get outside more. The fresh air, exercise and natural surroundings provide a real health boost! But this also is the season when people are more likely to contract an illness from the bite of a tick. You might be familiar with Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain spotted fever and tularemia. More recently, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) warned of the spread of babesiosis, a tick-borne illness that can be dangerous—and even deadly—for older adults.
Babesiosis (pronounced "ba-BEE-zee-OH-sis") is a disease caused by a single-cell parasite called Babesia that infects red blood cells. The parasite enters the bloodstream when a person is bitten by a deer tick—the same kind of tick that also spreads Lyme disease.
Symptoms of babesiosis can develop within a week, or may not appear until a month later or longer. The signs include fever, chills, sweating, head and body aches, loss of appetite, fatigue, nausea and a type of anemia that can lead to jaundice and dark urine. While many infected people will have no noticeable symptoms of the infection and will recover without complications, seniors and persons with compromised immune systems may suffer a serious—even fatal—case of babesiosis. If you or a senior loved one develops these symptoms, contact your healthcare provider. Babesiosis can be diagnosed with a blood test and is treatable.
Preventing Babesiosis
At present, there is no vaccine for babesiosis. Preventing tick bites is the best way to avoid contracting this disease, or any other tick-borne illness. Seniors and people of every age can lower the risk by following these precautionary steps, as recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC):
Before you go outdoors
- Be aware of places where ticks may live. Most people know that ticks are found in woodsy areas, but many don't realize that you also may encounter them in shrubs or piles of leaves in your own yard. If you are hiking or walking on a path, walk in the center of the trail to avoid picking up one of these unwanted pests.
- Use an insect repellent containing DEET, and treat clothing and camping gear with permethrin, as recommended by the CDC.
- Make your yard less tick-friendly. Remove leaf litter, clear tall grasses and brush, and create gravel or wood chip barriers between your yard and wooded areas. Remove or protect plants that attract deer, which can spread ticks. Consider using a chemical control agent as recommended by the CDC.
After you come indoors
- Check your clothing for ticks. You might carry ticks into your home on your clothes. Remove any ticks you find. Placing clothes in the dryer on high heat for at least an hour has been found to effectively kill ticks.
- Take a shower and perform a tick check. Showering can wash off unattached ticks, and this is a good opportunity for a full-body tick check. Use a hand-held mirror so you can check your whole body, including places where ticks like to hide: under your arms, in and around ears, in your bellybutton, between your legs, around your waistband and in your hair. If necessary, assist elderly loved ones with a thorough tick check.
- If you find an attached tick, remove it as soon as possible. Follow tick removal instructions from the CDC. If you or a loved one has been bitten, be alert for rash, fever and other signs of illness, and call your healthcare provider if you notice any of these signs.
Protect yourself by protecting your pets
You can be bitten by a tick in your own home if it rides in on the family cat or dog. Keep ticks off of your pet with tick collars, sprays, shampoos and medications. Use these products only as recommended by the CDC and your veterinarian.
Learn More
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration offers updates on babesiosis and older adults. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) provides information for consumers and healthcare professionals about babesiosis and other tick-borne illnesses.
The information in this article is not intended to replace the advice of your doctor. Talk to your healthcare provider if you have symptoms of babesiosis or other tick-borne illness.
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Lawyer / Partner
Areas of Practice: Real Estate, Wills, Estates & Trusts and Alberta Real Estate, Alberta Wills and Alberta Business Law
Born and raised in Calgary, I began my legal career as a legal assistant with Rogers & Company in Calgary the summer after graduating from high school. Right from the beginning, I was drawn to the fast paced nature of real estate, and I continued to work as a real estate paralegal while completing my finance and economics degree with the Haskayne School of Business at the University of Calgary.
After graduating from law school at the University of Alberta, I joined the national law firm of Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP as an associate in one of Canada's largest and most successful real estate groups. While working with Blakes, I had the opportunity to work on numerous large scale purchases, leasing, sales and financing in addition to handling residential real estate matters.
Although I was a born-and-bred Calgarian with strong Alberta roots, the climate, lifestyle and of course, the wineries, of the Okanagan beckoned and in 2011 I left Calgary to join family in West Kelowna and try my hand at setting up my own practice in the Okanagan and the northern energetic city of Fort St. John.
I strive to provide all my clients with exceptional legal services in a timely, personal and cost-effective manner by providing personalized services and maintaining a high level of involvement in every file.
In the fall of 2012, after much consideration my partner Una and I made the decision to merge our practices to form Touchstone Law Group LLP. The merger of our practices in Touchstone allows both of our clients the convenience of always having a lawyer accessible when needed. Although I stay closer to the Okanagan these days as a result, I am still able to offer the same level of service my northern clients have grown to expect at a distance.
Being a member of both the Alberta and the B.C. bar allows me to provide legal advice to my clients in both jurisdictions. This gives my B.C. clients the convenience of being able to obtain legal advice in Kelowna on their Alberta matters.
I strive to provide all my clients with exceptional legal services in a timely, personal and cost-effective manner by providing personalized services and maintaining a high level of involvement in every file.
Away from the office, I enjoy spending time with my two border collie's Abby & Stolie, gardening, gluten-free baking and getting above the clouds on a snowmobile.
If I can ever be of assistance on your estate, real estate or business matter, please do not hesitate to contact me.


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McCaskill Will Face Akin, Not Steelman, In November
Despite her star powered Sarah Palin support and her radical following, Steelman did not make it through the primary.
Steelman supporters will have to back a different horse if they want to have their shot at "the Claire Bear," as Republican Congressman Todd Akin has beat Sarah Steelman, a former state treasurer, in the GOP senate primary.
Steelman and Akin battled it out for Tea Party support, with Akin getting endorsements from former Governor Mike Huckabee and Congresswoman Michele Bachmann, while Steelman counted former Governor Sarah Palin among her endorsers.
The battle between Akin and McCaskill is expected to be one of the most closely-watched senate races in the country, and will be heavily funded by both donors and outside groups. McCaskill is considered one of the most vulnerable Democratic senators up for reelection this cycle, and Republicans will be focusing on the seat as a target for flipping control of the senate.
Steelman put up a strong challenge to Akin, but was often seen as too extreme among those who were more moderate in the party. Steelman and her supporters created a great deal of controversy with incendiary rhetoric that sometimes bordered on violent, such as when a rally organizer called on the audience to "kill the Claire Bear," a statement Steelman declared the media blew out of proportion.
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Steelman was backed by the Susan B. Anthony List, an anti-choice organization that allegedly supports "pro-life women candidates," although if that is they're actual mission, they've strayed back and forth from women to men. With this race likely to be one of the most contested in the 2012 cycle, an endorsement of Akin will likely come soon.
If so, the endorsement wouldn't be without "merit." Akin is one of the most anti-choice House Republicans, and one of the sponsors of Stop Abortion Funding in Multi-state Exchange Plans (SAFE) Act. He was voceriferously opposed to allowing abortions to be performed in military hospitals or on military bases, despite the fact that this could be the only access to safe abortion available for thousands of military women serving abroad. And he admits "pride" in being one of the original sponsors of H.R. 3, which among other anti-women elements would have redefined what "constituted" rape.
Akin hopes to take these views to the senate, allowing him to have even more influence over a woman's body.
"Todd Akin's victory is the result of an unprecedented level of support from outside groups who are launching vicious attacks against Senator McCaskill's sterling record," said Stephanie Schriock, President of EMILY's List, via statement. "But the distinction between Claire's impressive track record of fighting for working families and Akin's extreme, Tea Party agenda couldn't be clearer. And this November, the voters will once again send a leader to the Senate who fights for their rights and opportunities."
In the latest polling, Akin leads McCaskill by an average of 3 points.


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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Zachary Adam Gordon (born February 15, 1998) is an American film and television actor, best known for playing Greg Heffley in the film Diary of a Wimpy Kid and its sequel, Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules.
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