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College of Dentistry, University of Sulaimani
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Discussion in 'SimCity (2013)' started by KatAnubis, Jan 13, 2014.
I'm sure they'll muck it up somehow but I'm still not getting it.
I wouldn't be surprised if you were right! They do seem to mess things up!
Yup it seems to be EA's legacy anymore!
But, but, don't we need the EA servers in the 'cloud' to process all of our city agents?! How will our poor computers manage?
I guess there's going to be a lot of lag in your games then.
I'll just keep playing modded Minecraft!!
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One of the latest restaurants to open is The Blind Pig inside Panorama Towers. You can spot the restaurant from the I-15 it is accessed on Dean Martin Drive ample parking is available out front. Inside, you're met with a deli to your right and lounge to the left. My brother and I came in to dine for lunch. You order at the counter, you're given a number and your food is brought to you over in the lounge. The Deli seemed promising, it reminded me of a petite version of those I love in San Diego and San Francisco. You feel like you're transported into a speakeasy when you step over to the lounge. There is a large bar, oversized booths and table seating.
The menu offers a variety of appetizers, salads, sandwiches, pizzas and entrees that include pasta, poultry or seafood. They also serve breakfast, though, I'm not sure when its available. My brother chose the Pastrami Rueben ($9.50) with coleslaw and I had the BP Porchetta sandwich with potato salad ($13.50). After a short wait, our lunch was served.
The Rueben was decent. The pastrami is sliced thin and possibly tossed on the griddle since there were crisp edges. The bread was dry, but the Russian dressing was quite good. Better than most Thousand Island dressings. The coleslaw went uneaten, it was too sweet for both of our tastes.
The Porchetta sandwich sounded great in theory, but the execution was poor. The greens were limp and slimey. The nuggets of pork belly and pork loin tumbled out from the bread with every bite. The pork loin was tender and had great flavor. I wish it were thinly sliced instead and piled high; it would make for a tasty sandwich. I enjoy pork belly when the fat is properly rendered. It was unfortunate that more than half of the nuggets were tough and filled with flubber. I found those pieces inedible. As a general rule, I do not like potato salad. Majority contain mayo and mustard; my least favorite condiments, this was no exception. I'd prefer alternate options to potato salad and cole slaw since both contain mayonnaise. My sandwich and iced tea was $18. I left hungry. Needless to say, I won't be rushing back to The Blind Pig, but I may return to try other menu items because the location makes it a very convenient lunch option.


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(FOBT; Stool Occult Blood Test)
by Cynthia M. Johnson, MA
A fecal occult blood test (FOBT) looks for blood in the stool.
Reasons for Test
The test is used to screen for colon and rectal cancers.
It may also be used to help find cause for belly pain, diarrhea, vomiting, or lack of hunger.
Possible Complications
There are no major problems linked to having this test.
What to Expect
Prior to Test
Certain food and medicine can affect the test. You may be asked to AVOID:
Other steps to help get accurate results include:
Description of Test
The test is most often done at home. Follow instructions that are provided with your kit. The following is a general explanation.
When you are ready to have a bowel movement, you will set up the kit using the instructions. The kit should allow you to collect 3 samples. Some kits have a disposable container into which you can pass your bowel movement. Other kits give you tissue paper or plastic wrap that you can lay in the toilet to keep your stool from getting into the water.
You can also turn off the water valve to the toilet tank and flush the toilet a couple of times. This will empty most of the water out of the toilet bowl. When ready, pass the stool into the bowl. Collect the sample, then turn the water back on.
Using thin wooden sticks from the kit, you will pick up a small sample of stool. You will then smear the sample onto a special card. The card folds over to protect the stool sample.
After Test
The card may need to be mailed or brought into a clinic. Make sure you have written your name on each card.
How Long Will It Take?
The test should only take a few minutes.
Will It Hurt?
This test will not hurt.
If blood is found in your stool, you may need more tests. These tests will help to find out the cause of the bleeding. Although cancer may be one cause of blood in the stool, there are many other less serious causes.
Call Your Doctor
Call your doctor if you have:
If you think you have an emergency, call for emergency medical services right away.
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Canadian Digestive Health Foundation
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Colorectal cancer screening. EBSCO DynaMed Plus website. Available at: http://www.dynamed... . Updated May 21, 2018. Accessed July 20, 2018.
Colorectal cancer screening tests. American Cancer Society website. Available at: https://www.cancer.org/cancer/colon-rectal-cancer/detection-diagnosis-staging/screening-tests-used.html. Updated May 30, 2018. Accessed July 20, 2018.
Fecal occult blood test and fecal immunochemical test. Lab Tests Online—American Association for Clinical Chemistry website. Available at: https://labtestsonline.org/tests/fecal-occult-blood-test-and-fecal-immunochemical-test. Updated July 13, 2018. Accessed July 20, 2018.
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The GMRENCEN is arguably one of the most beautiful and recognizable buildings in the entire city. The building is home to many different businesses, shops, and fine dining experiences but when it comes to the daily operations and protection of this wonderful building, the GMRENCEN has two furry friends to help out…
Meet Volt and Bell! GMRENCEN's very own security dogs who serve the entire building.
Volt, 3 ½ year old Golden retriever, has served the building for two years with his handler Eric. Eric is a retired Army and Michigan Air National Guard veteran.
Bell, a 2 year old Labrador retriever, has only served the building since December with her handler Mac, who is a retired Michigan State Police officer.
We caught up with Eric and Mac to find out more about our favorite 4-legged officers.
So what does being a GMRENCEN security dog entail?
When they aren't getting belly rubs, Volt and Bell work with each of their handlers throughout the building on general security foot patrol, spending most of their time patrolling the busiest areas of the building.
What is the process of becoming a GMRENCEN security dog?
Every dog starts off training in Northern Michigan. While there, the dogs are trained in obedience and detection. During their last three weeks of training, each dog's handler travels to the facility so they can learn together. Learning is never over for the dogs and their handlers. Every day is a new opportunity and training experience for the dogs and their respective owners.
When it comes to petting the adorable GMRENCEN dogs, make sure you ask their handlers first!
Remember when you see Volt and Bell in the building that they are at work. While the dogs are in training it is important for them to learn the difference between work and play. Extra attention from people throughout the day can distract them from their work. So before you try to pet them make sure to ask permission from their handler first.
Where do Volt and Bell go after work?
Both Volt and Bell are taken home each night and cared for by Eric and Mac.
They might be adorable, but Volt and Bell have an important job here at the GMRENCEN to keep our tenants and visitors safe. With 73 stories, they have a lot of ground to cover each day.
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Cason Cavalier of St. Simons Island, Georgia, earned his first victory of 2018 on the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour at the Jekyll Island Junior Open #2. On Sunday, Cavalier erased a two-stroke final-round deficit by holing three birdies in the round. In two AJGA events in 2018, Cavalier has one top-20 finish at the 2018 Foley Performance Academy @ EaglesDream Junior All-Star.
Jennifer Gu of (Canada) West Vancouver, British Columbia, earned her second-career Golf Canada tournament title Sunday at the Future Links driven by Acura Fall Series Championship. The 15-year-old was in control from the start, as she turned in an opening-round even-par 72 to take a two-stroke lead. Gu entered the finaal round tied for the lead, but a one-over par 73 would pave the way to a sixth victory. In one year of AJGA competition, Gu has two top-10 finishes at the 2018 AJGA Preview at Bentwater and the 2018 Eagle Crest Junior Championship.
Nicklas Staub of Boynton Beach, Florida, used a final-round charge to earn his second Florida Junior Tour tournament title of 2018 at the Florida Junior Tour at Quail Ridge Country Club. After entering Sunday's final round tied for the lead, the two-time ACDS Junior All-Star Team member fired a one-under-par 71 to take a two-stroke victory. The win is Staub's fifth-career title on the Florida Junior Tour. As an AJGA member since 2016, Staub has seven top-10 finishes, including a tournament title at the 2016 Coca-Cola Junior Championship at Sugarloaf.
Jinyu Wu of (China) Bradenton, Florida, took home her first Florida Junior Tour tournament championship Sunday in wire-to-wire fashion at the Florida Junior Tour at Golf Club of the Everglades. Wu, who entered the final round with a one-stroke lead, holed six final-round birdies to eventually take the tournament title by seven-strokes. As an AJGA member, Wu was named to the 2018 ACDS Junior All-Star Team. She also has six top-10 AJGA finishes to go along with a tournament title at the 2017 AJGA Junior at Ford's Colony.


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1/29/14 - NEWISH MUSIC PARTYJan 31, 2014
In which our slowpoke host fell in love with all the brilliant music that came out last year.
Another week, another show. Wow, we made it to two, didn't we? Anyways, tonight's show was pretty awesome if you ask me. It leaned a little more modern than what I'll usually play (normally I'd have more than just Iron Maiden and Bathory to fall under the "classics" category), but having just spent way too much money to catch up on the albums I missed last year, I figured it would be great to play, well, the albums I missed last year. New music from The Ocean collective, Revocation. Gorguts, and TesseracT; they all got spun this show and boy did I ever jam out to those. I hope you enjoyed it as much as I did.
I also got to play a few requests, which was awesome. As I mentioned the first week, any requests for songs/bands I don't have in the library go on a list, and I'll try to get them on the show if I feel like they'll make good additions to the set. I'm incredibly open minded about music and I like people to hear stuff they like, so most requests will probably go through. But I still do run the show, so no promises. For example, if you request a song, I'll probably play it. If you request it again the next week, I probably won't. THE MORE YOU KNOW.
Anyways, as far as requests that I got this last week and showed up on the show, I played some Bathory (In Conspiracy With Satan is all I had; I'm trying to get more!), and some Skindred, which are an awesome reggae-nu-metal band from Wales. They've got a unique sound, crazy genre crossovers, and they can go hard when they want to. In the future I'll go in-depth on why people shouldn't hate Nu Metal like they do, but for now I'll just leave you with Skindred as a prime example. The last band that got requested was Cave In. They've been around for almost two decades, which made me surprised that I had never heard of them. But looking them up, I'm definitely going to jam them more. They've got a crazy cool vibe. So thanks, requester!
Last up, we've got the TRACK OF THE WEEK. Unlike the fun, melodic, pop-metal of Ozzy that marked last week's TOTW, tonight I'm going totally the opposite.
"Directional" is one of the six tracks off of noise/doom/sludge band Indian's JUST RELEASED (like seriously just this week) album "From All Purity." And holy hell. Like, what? This track is one of the darkest, dankest, dingiest, dirtiest, and most destructive tracks I've ever heard. The key word in the dialogue about this track and album has been "challenging," in that "even the most ardent death metal fans find this "challenging" to get through." I won't keep on for much longer, because I plan on writing up a full review of this truly unique and spectacular album, but I'll leave you with this: If you don't want your friends to get into metal, show them this track.
OH YEAH I also gave away the last two pairs of tickets to see Amon Amarth, Enslaved, and Skeletonwitch on February 8th. It'll be rad.
Now, the full setlist for this week:
The Ocean "Bathyalpelagic I: Impasses" from Pelagial on Metal Blade Records
Opeth "Ghost of Perdition" from Ghost Reveries on Roadrunner Records
Pantera "13 Steps To Nowhere" from The Great Southern Trendkill on Rhino/Elektra
Machine Head "Davidian (Live)" from Machine F**king Head Live on Roadrunner Records
Revocation "Invidious" from Revocation on Relapse Records
Maeth "WOLVES" from Oceans Into Ashes
Indian "Directional" from From All Purity on Relapse Records
Iron Maiden "Hallowed Be Thy Name" from The Number of the Beast on Sanctuary
Blind Guardian "This Will Never End" from A Twist In the Myth on Victor
Blackguard "Firefight" from Firefight on Victory
The Burial "Pearls; The Frailty of Matter" from Lights and Perfections on (RED) Facedown Records
Gorguts "An Ocean of Wisdom" from Colored Sands on Season of mist
Gojira "L'enfant Sauvage" from L'enfant Sauvage on Roadrunner Records
Bathory "In Conspiracy With Satan" from Bathory on Black Mark
Behemoth "Towards Babylon" from Demigod on Regain Records
Bibleblack "I Am Legion" from The Black Swan Epilogue on Vic Records
Skindred "PRESSURE" from BABYLON on Lava
Cave In "Sing My Loves" from White Silence on Hydra Head
TesseracT "Of Mind - Nocturne" from Altered State on Century Media


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If having two brains is better than one, then why is it so hard to figure that out in a relationship. You two were once two individuals and one day you two found each other and created a bond. To hold that bond each of you have to be equal and want to be equal. Sometimes in relationships that one person wants to make that bond unequal because they were thinking of themselves instead of each other. Has that happened to you or have you did that? Did you like the result? Did the bond come back together?
Sometimes the bond breaks because one person feels the need to run a stray or be the big man or woman in the relationship. If you wouldn't like your partner doing it than you shouldn't do it. Before you even do an act think twice and say to yourself. "What if _____ was doing this? I would be mad as hell." If you don't care what the other person is doing than that's not a bond at all. If you do care about the other person you should know better.
I'm not saying our needs should come last when you're in a relationship but both sides should be happy, understanding, and willing to compromise. If you aren't happy, not understanding, and want it your way or no way then the only way to go is out that relationship. Yeah I said it OUT! Don't make your life complicated if it doesn't have to be. Being alone is stressful. Being in a relationship can be stressful. Being alone can be great. Being in a relationship can be great too. You just have to be willing to deal with things coming your way. Dealing means talk it out with that other person. Two brains are better than one when trying to solve a problem. Conversation is with two or more people. If you're sitting and talking alone that doesn't get you anywhere except for acting petty and fighting with issues that might not really be issues until you talk it out with someone.
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I spent a lot of time filling holes this week. There was the hole in the blog line-up for Tri-Valley Writers, there was a hole in the flavor profile of my persimmon sauce, and there were holes on the contest quilt for Quilting Arts magazine readers' challenge.
The theme is your superpower. I decided my superpower is the ability to ignore the reality of finite space if I have more stuff to cram into any given spot. To translate that into an art quilt, I picked a limited palette of beads and started stitching.
I also did some hand quilting
There is every possibility I will miss the deadline for this challenge because I will keep trying to cram more beads on the surface. That is my superpower, after all. Not to worry. The Challenge Group project is about holes. I can easily rewrite my artist statement to say this quilt represents the absence of holes.
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, the first Islamic dynasty (661–750). Their reign witnessed the return to leadership roles of the pre-Islamic Arab elite, and the rejuvenation of tribal loyalties. The Banu Ummaya constituted the higher stratum of the pre-Islamic Meccan elite.
..... Click the link for more information. caliph (661–80), one of the greatest Muslim statesmen; son of Abu Sufyan, a Koreish tribesman of Mecca. He submitted to Islam the year of the surrender of Mecca and became Muhammad's secretary. Under Umar he became the very able governor of Syria. He struggled with AliAli
(Ali ibn Abu Talib), 598?–661, 4th caliph (656–61). The debate over his right to the caliphate caused a major split in Islam into Sunni and Shiite branches, and he is regarded by the Shiites as the first Imam, or leader: Shiite derives from the phrase
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, c.625–c.669; son of Ali and Fatima (daughter of Muhammad the Prophet). When Ali was killed in 661, Hasan became caliph, but he was not strong enough to withstand the threat of arms of the Umayyads and under pressure abdicated in favor of Muawiya.
..... Click the link for more information. . As caliph he made Islam an autocracy, retaining the old forms of self-government. He secured his domain against aggression by continual raids beyond its borders. His policies ended the ancient hostility that long had separated the North and South Arabian tribes, thus making the Muslim empire the remarkably unified force that it was. Muawiya's administration was always tolerant, and he displayed an enlightened point of view in all his dealings. His name is also spelled Moawiyah.


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I arranged for the talk to take place on 12th November and we invited year 11 PE students and our year 12 and year 13 students who consisted of our prefects, members of our Sixth Form Debating Society and any Sixth Form student who is interested in football. David did a highly engaging presentation for 50 minutes which although it was centred around the theme of football, consisted of key messages about how to be successful in life - hard work, positive attitude and keeping both your mind and body active. We met with our students last week to draw up a list of questions for the q+a session (which lasted approx 20 mins) and David was happy to answer any questions such as 'What job would you do if you were not involved in football?', 'What has been the most difficult decision you've ever had to make?', 'how will Brexit affect football?' David also gave copies of his DVD on the premier league entitled 'A whole new ball game' to those students who asked questions.
David was extremely engaging, humorous and very motivational and he said that his favourite thing to do in life is to talk to young people in schools to try to inspire them to be a success in the future. Our students loved meeting David, he stayed back afterwards and had group and individual students and his comments on our students were 'that they are a credit to the school', 'their questions were excellent and better than some of those that he gets asked by the press' and that our students 'have a bright future ahead of them'.
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Communication is an essential tool within any business or company, but in reality the business of communication can be fraught with difficulties. This can result in lack of productivity, deadlines not being met and staff left with poor morale and an unwillingness to communicate with management. So here is a 10 point guide to the essential business communication techniques!
1. It is important to use different methods of communication. Whilst it is easy to say that staff should be communicated with face to face, rather than via email or formal letters, there can be times when a message has to be reinforced or reiterated. So different methods of communication should be used.
2. Face to face meetings should be varied as well. This means that face to face communication should be carried out in ways that help staff to feel comfortable. Staff should not feel intimidated by communication, but on the other hand, they should not feel so comfortable that they use the opportunity to browbeat management.
3. The message being conveyed and communicated should be honest. There is often a tendency to put on a positive front and make things seem a little brighter than they are. But this will not earn the workforce's respect. What staff want is to know what is going on and the extent of any threats. They are not children and should not be treated as such.
4. It is also important to communicate appropriate information. If staff are gathered together to hear information that they already know, then they will resent the time that the meeting is taking; so instead, care should be taken to ensure that the information conveyed is new and of relevance.
5. Keep it short and focused! It is important to keep information open, relevant, appropriate but also short. If staff think that management have nothing better to do than to talk at length about various issues, then they will not feel at one with management. So communication should be kept short, but conversely it should not be so short that it is terse or fails to get its message across.
6. Feedback should be sought. It is important that staff can have the opportunity to tell management what they think of the communication methods used and whether or not they have understood the message. Communication is based on two people sharing information.
7. Staff need to feel valued within the process of communication. If they feel that they are not valued and that there is only lip service being paid, then it is likely that they will endorse the messages that are being conveyed, so they need to be addressed in a manner which shows that they are valued.
8. Management should act in a way that is courteous and polite. If management act in a way that is either patronizing or even aggressive, then they will not communicate effectively.
9. It is also important to use the right language and avoid ambiguity. Sometimes this is hard to quantify, but in reality it means using language that will not result in any misunderstandings etc. Not an easy thing to achieve, but it is important, nonetheless.
10. The final communication essential is simply to be yourself. If you are pretending to be something or someone that you are not, then this will come across even on a sub-conscious level. So simply be who you are and act human!
These communication essentials have been tried and proven over time, so they will undoubtedly assist with regard to communication, but the important thing to bear in mind is that you are communicating with people and people like to be treated as people in any process of communication!


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3 room apartment - B. Müller
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Price as agreed upon - 3 rooms - 4 beds
In an elevated position in the centre of the old town with direct view on the lake.
An oldtown-flat with a lot of charm. First floor: kitchen - dining room and garden. Second floor: two bedrooms each of with a "french" double bed and a veranda with view over the lake of Murten towards the Mount Vully. Bathroom and toilet, washing machine, TV, internet.


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Lindsay Lohan: Won't live in Los Angeles again
Lindsay Lohan is liking her stay in the city and says she has no plans to return to the party scene as well as intense media scrutiny in Los Angeles
London: Actress Lindsay Lohan is liking her stay in the city and says she has no plans to return to the party scene as well as intense media scrutiny in Los Angeles.
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In an interview with the Observer, Lohan said that London living and her relative anonymity in Britain were necessary for her to mature, reports hollywoodreporter.com.
"I can go for a run here on my own... I do every morning, early, and I think how my friends in New York would still be up partying at that time. I needed to grow up and London is a better place for me to do that than anywhere else.
"In Los Angeles I didn't know what to do, apart from go out every night. That's when my friends were free. And I would go out and there would be all these cameras there and that's when it became difficult," she said.
The "Mean Girls" actress has found her low profile strange, yet satisfactory.
"I haven't heard myself mentioned on TV since I have been here. That has been really weird for me, and great," said the actress who has been staying here for the past nine months.
She has not plans to return to Los Angeles.
"I won't live in Los Angeles again, hell no. My friends tell me shit when they come over I don't want to hear... I don't even know who got married and who got pregnant. You turn on the news in Los Angeles, and it is all gossip about people," she added.
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Ceftaroline in the Treatment of Bone and Joint Infections
|The safety and scientific validity of this study is the responsibility of the study sponsor and investigators. Listing a study does not mean it has been evaluated by the U.S. Federal Government. Read our disclaimer for details.
|ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier: NCT02005068
Recruitment Status : Withdrawn (Failed to enroll any patients despite study modifications)
First Posted : December 9, 2013
Last Update Posted : August 7, 2014
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|Condition or disease
|Osteomyelitis Joint Infections
|Drug: Ceftaroline
|Phase 4
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|Interventional (Clinical Trial)
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|Single Group Assignment
|None (Open Label)
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|Official Title:
|Ceftaroline in the Treatment of Bone and Joint Infections
|Study Start Date :
|April 2013
|Actual Primary Completion Date :
|July 2014
|Actual Study Completion Date :
|July 2014
Experimental: Acute Osteomyelitis - Non MRSA
For treatment of Acute osteomyelitis (< 6 months duration) Non MRSA isolate- Ceftaroline 600 MG (milligram) IV (intra-venous) every 8 hours for 6 weeks.
Drug: Ceftaroline
The duration of treatment will vary based on type of infection (acute osteomyelitis or joint infection) and if MRSA positive or negative.
Other Names:
Experimental: Acute osteomyelitis MRSA isolate
For treatment of Acute osteomyelitis (< 6 months duration) MRSA isolate- Ceftaroline 600 MG IV every 8 hours for 8 weeks.
Drug: Ceftaroline
The duration of treatment will vary based on type of infection (acute osteomyelitis or joint infection) and if MRSA positive or negative.
Other Names:
Experimental: Prosthetic joint infection
For treatment of prosthetic joint infection Ceftaroline 600 mg IV every 8 hours for 6 weeks.
Drug: Ceftaroline
The duration of treatment will vary based on type of infection (acute osteomyelitis or joint infection) and if MRSA positive or negative.
Other Names:
- Sustained clinical remission from the treated osteoarticular infection [ Time Frame: 1 year after study drug completion ]Sustained clinical remission is defined by the absence of either clinical or microbiological evidence of failure at 1 year after study drug completion, in patients who complete the protocol's antibiotic regimen(s) and did not require subsequent antibiotics for their osteoarticular infection beyond the protocol prescribed regimen.
- Initial clinical success from the treated osteoarticular infection [ Time Frame: 30 days after conclusion of study antibiotic ]Initial clinical success will be measured by the agreement of the Infectious disease consultant and Orthopedic surgeon that the patient has had a positive response to therapy. Success will be measured by decrease of CRP (C reactive protein) by 50% from baseline if initially elevated, no evidence of drainage, sinus tract formation or infection related bone instability. Follow up cultures, if available are negative for originally isolated organism. In patients with prothetic joints no new warmth, tenderness or inflammation.
- Number of participants with defined symptoms, signs and lab values as markers of safety and tolerance. [ Time Frame: Day one through one year after completion of study drug. ]Symptoms will be assessed daily by study team while patient is hospitalized and reviewed weekly by investigator while the patient is receiving study drug. Specific symptoms will include fever, chills, rash, nausea. diarrhea, abdominal pain, pain at the surgical/infection site, vertigo, shortness of breath, hives or other rash. A baseline physical will be performed on enrollment and repeated each week at follow up visits. Labs will checked at baseline, then daily through hospitalization and then weekly. If patient develops persistent diarrhea a stool test for C. Diff PCR (polymerase chain reaction) will be performed.
Choosing to participate in a study is an important personal decision. Talk with your doctor and family members or friends about deciding to join a study. To learn more about this study, you or your doctor may contact the study research staff using the contacts provided below. For general information, Learn About Clinical Studies.
|Ages Eligible for Study:
|18 Years and older (Adult, Older Adult)
|Sexes Eligible for Study:
|Accepts Healthy Volunteers:
Inclusion Criteria:
Adults > 18 years of age with the following osteoarticular infections:
Infected prosthetic knee or hip (first or second episode) with 2 stage procedure planned.
Criteria for infected joint:
- Sinus tract which communicates with the joint
- Preoperative diagnosis by diagnostic, culture positive arthrocentesis
- Intraoperative diagnosis-evidence of purulence/inflammation is seen by the surgeon and/or the pathologist, and at least 2 intraoperative samples grow the same organism (only 1 needed if S. aureus) OR
Acute osteomyelitis of an extremity Criteria for acute osteomyelitis (all 4 needed)
- Onset less than 4 weeks prior to evaluation
- Radiographic (plain, MRI, TC) evidence of osteomyelitis
- Positive culture from bone or blood culture with organism known to cause osteomyelitis
- Orthopedic consultant must concur with diagnosis. PLUS: Positive bone/joint or blood culture for an organism known to cause osteomyelitis which is Ceftaroline susceptible
Exclusion criteria:
Immunocompromised hosts:
- AIDS/HIV patients
- Cancer requiring ongoing chemotherapy or radiation therapy steroid on an ongoing basis.
- Any condition requiring > 20 mg prednisone or equivalent
- TNF (tumor necrosing factor) inhibitor use (ongoing)
- Organ transplant list
- Diabetic foot infections
- Osteomyelitis in association with decubitus ulcers
- Vertebral osteomyelitis/spinal epidural abscess
- Septic bursitis
- Gonococcal arthritis
- Ceftaroline nonsusceptible organisms isolated from bone, joint or blood.
- Infected external fixation devices
- Calculated creatinine clearance < 50 mL/min at baseline
- History of severe penicillin/B lactam allergy (ID to evaluate)
- Intravenous drug use - lifetime exclusion
- Patients with a nail puncture wound to foot
- Patients at high risk for MDR (multidrug resistant) Gram negative organisms
Please note the use of antibiotic containing cement is not exclusion, as it represents standard of care in some of the infections to be studied
To learn more about this study, you or your doctor may contact the study research staff using the contact information provided by the sponsor.
Please refer to this study by its ClinicalTrials.gov identifier (NCT number): NCT02005068
|United States, Florida
|Orlando Regional Medical Center
|Orlando, Florida, United States, 32806
|Principal Investigator:
|Mark R. Wallace, MD
|Orlando Health
|Responsible Party:
|Mark Wallace MD, Infectious Disease Faculty Practice, Orlando Health, Inc.
|ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier:
|Other Study ID Numbers:
|First Posted:
|December 9, 2013 Key Record Dates
|Last Update Posted:
|August 7, 2014
|Last Verified:
|August 2014
Osteoarticular infections
Joint infections
MRSA (Methicillin- Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus)
MSSA (Methicillin- Susceptible Staphylococcus Aureus)
Communicable Diseases
Arthritis, Infectious
Joint Diseases
Musculoskeletal Diseases
Bone Diseases, Infectious
Bone Diseases
Ceftaroline fosamil
Anti-Bacterial Agents
Anti-Infective Agents


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Most people consider the home theatre system as a luxury which is too expensive as well as a waste of money. But home theatre systems provide entertainment and enjoyment to the residents. In this world every person is busy with work and education so they barely have time to spend some free time and enjoy a movie. A home theatre system allows people to enjoy time with their loved ones with no unnecessary costs such as purchasing overpriced refreshments and also saves time because they don't have to stand in line and purchase expensive tickets to watch movies they could watch at home if they had a home theatre system. Before installing a system homeowners must consider discussing with the technician regarding equipment and the best location to install the system. Here are some of the benefits of a home theatre system.
One of the main reason why homeowners consider home theatre installation is because of the flexibility it provides. Time us very scarce and having this system makes it easy for the family to enjoy a movie whenever it is convenient for them. There is no need to check for movie screenings and book tickets prior to the viewing.
Enhanced Viewing
Be it watching a movie, playing a game or watching your favourite match on the television, a home theatre system allows the viewer to have the best experience. It makes viewers feel as though they are present in the movie or the match venue because of the impressive sound system combined with the best screen display. Gamers are able to enjoy the game much more than usual since it seems more real and everything is bigger and better.
Home Value
Most advanced systems add great value to the property. Just as audio visual installation Sydney increases the value of a stadium, the home theatre system is a great investment which makes the home more in style. Private theatres are in trend now therefore when the time comes to sell your home, the home theatre system is a great way to attract new clients.
Quality Entertainment
Instead of spending on tickets and expensive snacks at the local theatre, friends and family could be together and spend time at home instead. The home theatre system will provide the viewers with the same level of entertainment provided in local theatres or could even be much better. This also allows viewers to change what they watch if the movie isn't interesting. They could also pause and play it again when it is needed rather than being forced to watch because of the expensive tickets purchased to watch the movie.


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While each of the emotions are distinctively different, Smith explains, "the one thing that the emotions all have in common is that they are all about taking care of you". In addition to the Yahoo Movies clips, The Disney Channel is also featuring new Inside Out character profiles this week (watch the clips posted below or directly on our Pixar Post YouTube channel). Be sure to come back to this post all week as we'll be updating all of the Yahoo and Disney Channel clips.
Updated May 12 - Yahoo! Movies "Fear" clip & "Sadness" Disney Channel clips added
Updated May 13 - Yahoo! Movies "Disgust" clip added
Updated May 14 - Yahoo! Movies "Anger" clip added
Updated May 15 - Yahoo! Movies "Joy" clip added
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text: Buddhist books reveal that Andhras established their kingdoms on the Godavari belt at that time. Asoka referred in his 13th rock edict that Andhras were his subordinates. Inscriptional evidence shows that there was an early kingdom in coastal Andhra ruled by Kuberaka, with Pratipalapura (Bhattiprolu) as his capital. This is probably the oldest known kingdom in Southern India. Around the same time Dhanyakatakam/Dharanikota (present day Amaravati) appears to have been an important place, which was visited by Gautama Buddha. According to the ancient "On the full moon of the month Chaitra in the year following his enlightenment, at the great stupa of Dhanyakataka, the Buddha emanated the mandala of 'The Glorious Lunar Mansions' (Kalachakra)".


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Tools to Troubleshoot Vista system drivers
You have probably experienced problems with your drivers if you are running Microsoft Windows Vista. Most of these problems have to do with the drivers on your device being incompatible with Vista. Although it seems that many companies are coming out with driver updates to solve this problem, you might still have problems with this. Here's how to troubleshoot your driver problems:
If you are looking for detailed device information on a specific driver, you can go to your Device Manager, select the device from the list, and then view the device's property sheet. This works great if you know which specific driver you are having issues with. However, if you are not sure which driver is causing the problems, this way is very time consuming. Instead, you can use a command-line tool called Driver Query.
Using Driver Query
Driver Query (Driverquery.exe) is a command-line tool that is designed to provide you with a detailed list of all the device drivers installed on a local system or on any system on a network. To do its job the Driver Query provides you with a series of command-line parameters. (You can use the Driver Query command without any parameters, but using them allows you to get more specific details as well as format the results.)
For example, using the /si parameter provides information on just the signed drivers. Using the /v parameter (verbose mode) provides more details. Using the /fo parameter allows you to format the results as a list or to save the results in a CSV file (Comma Separated Values) so you can open them in a spreadsheet application such as Excel. (If you want to do any type of detailed analysis, you should save the results as a CSV file.)
To create a spreadsheet file containing information about only the signed drivers, you would open a Command Prompt window and type the command:
Driverquery /fo csv /si > signeddrivers.csv
To create a spreadsheet file containing detailed information about all the installed drivers, you would use this command:
Driverquery /fo csv /v > alldrivers.csv


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Was i rolling around in a parking lot last night
It's sad that I'm more proud of my Twitter account then my resume
I just used my citation as a bookmark. Want a beer?
It's not above me to sleep with him solely for his authentic budweiser shirt
Idk how I even got accepted into college because literally the only things my brain ever thinks about are YouTube videos of baby animals and sex.
I literally cut myself out of my pants. What is my life.
She swallowed the key to the cuffs, I've been having to explain the pink fuzz all morning.
Just so were clear your wife is cut off from my dick.
I should be rewarded with oreos for not turning into a raging cunt.
I'm getting married
To pizza
Played never have I ever with high schoolers today. Needless to say they brought up threesomes so I had to make a judgement call and decided to not put my finger down
I just wanted to be the best at what I did even if that included sexing a whole fraternity or sorority ya know?
how do you casually eat pancakes with someone after they send you an unsolicited dick pic?
you don't. it's the point of no return for pancake enjoyment.


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The morning satellite imagery shows the subtle effects of terrain on sensible weather. The Coteau des Prairies in Eastern SD (sometimes referred to as the Sisseton Hills) rises above the local terrain by 600-800 feet. A good colored relief map clearly shows this feature:
Strong nearly unidirectional NW flow was present over the entire region, and the synoptic flow pattern was not conducive to any significant regions of forced ascent. Upper level heights were rising with strong subsidence owing to the effects of differential anticyclonic vorticity advection aloft. However, a weak mid-level trough axis was present owing to weak thermal advection as the powerful low continued to "wrap" warm and moist air around the large upper trough.
700 hpa trough axis noted on both the 12 GFS and NAM. Also note the mass convergence at this level–a response to the forced ascent, not the other way around.
Note the region of weak warm thermal advection.
And weak resulting synoptic ascent:
The 0Z sounding from Aberdeen depicts the moist inversion sandwiched in between two dry layers, one aloft and one near the surface.
The subtle effects of terrain across the region had very visible and profound weather effects. Stable low level NW flow and subsequent downsloping resulted in drying of the low level air mass over Aberdeen with subtle upslope effects clearly visible over the higher terrain. Let's look a little closer.
Radar depicts the showers over the area at 21Z. Note the radar "hole" around Aberdeen (red) and the regions of enhanced returns over the higher terrain (green).
The observations at Watertown (KATY) and Aberdeen (KABR) also show the effects of terrain enhancement. Note the dewpoint depression at Aberdeen hovers around 4-5 degrees C while Watertown hovers around saturation to 1-2 degrees C. Ignore the -SN reports from Aberdeen–seems to be a sensor error (also note it reports a constant 9SM visibility, a good indicator something is not right).
The visible satellite image the day after clearly shows the terrain enhanced snowfall over the higher terrain in Eastern SD (red). Also note the west slope favored snowfall across the Bighorns, Black Hills, and Laramies (green). Also worth noting here is the lack of snow cover over the whole of the Coteau des Prairies region. This suggests the air mass precipitated out before before reaching farther south and east.
This shows up in even more spectacular fashion on the MODIS multi-spectral image.
This is a clear example the significant effects even "subtle" terrain can have on weather. In this case, strong and stable low level flow won out over weak mid level ascent. If precipitation were heavier, it is unlikely terrain would have played nearly as significant of a role.


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Yes, this is another sponsored post. I was given a $50 American Eagle gift card as part of my relationship with the Quality Blue Community to try out buying jeans online via American Eagle Outfitters and then write about it. I honestly jumped at this chance since my new job means a lot more jeans and, well, I only have about three pairs I can wear! Of course, all opinions are my own.
In fact, you've actually heard some opinions about the jeans themselves when I wore them for the first time here. I bought them online from the American Eagle website using their new "denim experience" that aims to give you as much information as possible about their 14 styles of jeans, including videos of their models wearing them.
Of course, it would be even more awesome if they showed every day people wearing the jeans, but models it is. So, here's an every day person wearing their jeans.
Jeans – c/o American Eagle Outfitters (same) | Jacket – Ellen Tracey via Macy's (similar) | Tee – Be Good Clothing (same) | Shoes – Jessica Simpson via Poshmark (similar)
After perusing all the different style and color options I ended up ordering the Skinny Jean in Medium Indigo and the Skinny Jean in Clean Rinse, both in size 6. I appreciated that they give leg opening measurements, too, because I happen to know that anything under 12" is going to be too tight on my calves.
I ended up not liking the Clean Rinse option so I decided to exchange it for a size 4 also in the Medium Indigo. Shipping and returns are free on AEO jeans which is a nice perk! The only measurements they don't give and I wish they did are actual waist in inches and thigh measurements. Of course, I don't know if any denim company that gives thigh measurements but us girls with athletic thighs sure could use them!
The exchange seemed to take a long time, though. Much longer than it took to ship the original order. So, I would suggest that if you think you're between sizes and you can afford it, order them all at once and send back whatever you don't want. Turns out I'm right between a size 4 and a size 6 so now I have skinny-day skinny jeans and bloated-day skinny jeans. Ah, the joys of being a woman! Still I'd definitely order jeans from American Eagle Outfitters again. Especially since they're typically under $30 a pair!!
On the plus side, as a woman you get to wear amazing shoes and get compliments all day from random people about how much they like them. And, yes, that really happened when I wore this outfit to work.


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How to Wear a Bow Tie (And Wear It Well)
Mastering the bow tie isn't as tricky as you may think. In our comprehensive guide, learn how to tie a bow tie with 8 easy-to-follow steps, and see how to wear one like 007's style double.
We think that every accessory helps tell your story. We also know that some accessories speak louder than others (we're looking at you, bow tie).
Donning a bow tie is like wearing a Facebook post – you're actively saying something to the world. And like a FB post, people will react to your bow tie with thumbs up, smiles or even the physical version of the heart-eyes emoji… which we guess looks something like a mouth-open stare.
The bow tie that you choose will say something about your personality and story. It helped Frank Sinatra croon his way to stardom and James Bond defeat Mr. Big. Before you set out to fight or serenade, learning how to tie and style your bow tie is key.
Anatomy of a Bow Tie
Bow ties are the one area where size doesn't matter (length, anyway). Most bow ties are sized to go along with average men's neck sizes. The most common lengths are between 38-50 cm (15-20 inches).
Other than the length, the spread and neck also affect the final knot and shape. Understanding the 4 major parts of a bow tie will make you an informed buyer and ensure that you purchase a bow tie that is handsome and gives the look you're after.
- Spread – The spread affects the width of the final knot. For a wider knot, choose a wider spread.
- Leaf – The leaf is usually ½ the size of the spread.
- Neck – Typically ½ the size of the leaf, its width will determine the final shape and size of the knot.
- Strap – On standard bow ties, the strap width is ¾ the size of the neck. Bow ties with increased strap widths have wider knots.
How to Tie a Bow Tie in 8 Steps
Step 1
Adjust the length of the bow tie so it's long enough to sit below your chest. You want one side to fit into the neck (the groove) of the other side.
Step 2
Cross the long end over the top of the short end – cross at the strap just above the leaf.
Gently pull the long end up through the neck loop from underneath and pull tightly. Move the long piece out of the way by laying it over your shoulder.
Step 3
Using the short end, fold it horizontally in front of the center. The neck of the bow tie should be in the middle and it should now start to resemble a bow.
This step is easier with a mirror… or a friend that has nothing else to do than help with your bow tie.
Step 4
Fold the long end (it's been chilling on your shoulder) down perpendicularly to the fold you just made with the short end. Be sure to only use the strap of the bow tie and not the leaf and focus on keeping it in the center.
Step 5
Take the long end, fold it and pinch the two sides together. This will form a bow shape similar to the one made earlier.
Step 6
Slide your finger through the loop at the top of the bow tie to create a bit of space.
Slide the now folded long end through the loop behind the horizontal piece (the folded end enters first). Ease it through gently and make sure the fabric doesn't twist.
Step 7
Slide the fabric through half way without pulling it too far – you want it to be even on both sides. This forms the back half of the bow.
Each side should have a folded part and a tip (straight or diamond, depending on the bow tie).
Step 8
Once you're satisfied with the evenness, tightly pull on each folded end. This will secure the knot.
You'll probably notice that one side doesn't match perfectly with the other. This is part of the charm of a freestyle bow tie and adds to its character.
If you're desperate for perfection, ignore Steps 1-8 and shop our selection of symmetrical pre-tied bow ties .
Finished Bow Tie Proportions
While it's completely fine if your bow tie is a bit asymmetrical, keeping an eye on basic bow tie proportions will make sure that people don't confuse you with an escaped circus clown.
- The width of the bow compared to the bow height – 2 to 1
- The height of the bow compared to the knot height – 3 to 1
- The height of the knot compared to the knot width – 1 to 1
What's the difference between self-tied, pre-tied and clip-on bow ties?
Self-Tied Bow Ties (Freestyle Bow Ties)
The self-tied bow tie is one that you tie yourself. While learning to tie a bow tie isn't as difficult as mastering calculus, it does require practice, patience, and persistence.
And put concerns over perfect symmetry to rest. Most of the appeal and character comes from the uneven lines and shape – it's called a freestyle bow tie for good reason. We're talking about a certain level of asymmetry… too much and you'll look like you tied it in the dark while being chased by a wild boar. Not a good look.
Pre-Tied Bow Ties
Pre-tied bow ties are ones that are, by definition, tied for you. We happen to think that pre-tied bow ties look as fantastic as those you spend time tying yourself.
Yes, they do lack a bit of the rustic, uneven charm of a self-tied bow tie, but they make up for it in the time you save putting it on. All of our pre-tied bow ties come with adjustable neck straps. You could use that time doing something important, like watching every episode of Game of Thrones… again.
Clip-On Bow Ties
The clip-on bow tie is a bow tie with a metal clasp that clips onto your collar. It's beyond easy to put on and, unfortunately, looks like it was easy. The main problem with a clip-on is that the hook puts the bow tie a bit too high around the neck. Not only is it difficult to look down with a bow tie crammed under your neck, but it also looks like you're choking – neither of which are good.
While clip-on bow ties are great for children at Easter or your great grandfather at a wedding, you'll be better suited to a pre-tied or self-tied bow tie.
Bow Tie Shapes
1. The Butterfly Bow Tie
The butterfly is the most classic bow tie shape and the most popular. When untied, it resembles the wings of a butterfly or the head of a thistle flower (it's often referred to as the thistle bow tie shape). The butterfly bow tie can be narrow or wide.
2. The Diamond-Point Butterfly
This variation of the butterfly has pointed ends instead of flat ones. It's also called a pointed-tip bow tie or diamond-tip bow tie.
3. The Batwing Bow Tie
The batwing bow tie has straight ends like a butterfly but is much slimmer in comparison. The name comes from the resemblance to a cricket bat – not to the animal or the Dark Knight. Batwings also go by the name 'straight' or 'straight-end' bow tie.
4. The Contoured Batwing Bow Tie
The contour of a batwing is quite subtle compared to the large dip of a butterfly bow tie.
5. The Pointed Batwing Bow Tie
The batwing shape can also be finished with a pointed end similar to the Diamond-Point Butterfly.
How to Style a Bow Tie - Bow Tie Style Rules
Looking fashionable in a bow tie is easy if you're Bond, James Bond. It's also easy to look like an adult 5-year-old if not tied and styled correctly.
A few simple guidelines will have you looking more 007 than just 7.
- Face Width – Wearing a bow tie that's too small will make your face look excessively large. Conversely, wearing one too big will make your head look tiny.
Regardless of shape, every bow tie should be the same width as your face when knotted.
- Dress Codes – Dress codes can be tricky. What is black tie attire? Why does white tie have to be white? Can a bow tie be worn with cocktail attire?
Read more about dress codes and learn how to decipher them (and when to wear a bow tie) here .
- Keep it Casual – If you're not bound by a dress code – keep it casual. Ditch the jacket, roll up the sleeves on a checkered or plaid shirt and knot up a snazzy butterfly.
- Mix Patterns – Don't think your only option is a solid-colored bow tie – use medium-sized paisley to liven up a checkered dress shirt or pop on a knitted bow tie. Steering clear of solids is an easy way to add interest. Interest is good!
- Avoid Matchy-Matchy Colors – Besides keeping an eye on pattern sizing and texture , avoid wearing other accessories in a matching fabric and color. Unless the dress code (a wedding, perhaps?) calls for an exact match, don't purchase a matching pocket square .
Instead, pick accessories that highlight an accent color from the bow tie like a bright pair of socks or lapel pin.
- Kick it Old School – Bow ties can be read as old-fashioned. To avoid looking like you should be selling newspapers in 1920s New York, keep an eye on other old-world accessories… like braces, vests and flat caps. Wearing 2 in total looks dapper – 3 or more and you may as well start yelling, 'Extra! Extra!'
- Think Outside the Box – Think outside of the box, unless the box is made of wood. In that case, think of the wood.
Wooden bow ties are basically pre-tied conversation starters. Wear one when you want to chat about your neckwear.
- Asymmetry is Good for You – A little asymmetry is good for the soul. Don't fret if your self-tied bow tie is a little uneven around the edges. Call it charm, be thankful you have it and go enjoy life.
- Know Your Fabrics – Heading to a casual affair? Tie on a cotton or linen bow tie. Scheduled a more formal evening? You can't go wrong with silk or wool .
You Asked – We Answered
What size should my bow tie be? What size bow tie do I need?
The average self-tie bow tie comes in one size and is a one-size-fits-all accessory. All of our pre-tied bow ties have adjustable straps and fit most adults.
As a rule, standard, freestyle bow ties are made to fit neck sizes ranging from 36-50 cm (14.5-20 inches).
How to tighten a bow tie?
To tighten a pre-tied bow tie, first put on the tie and secure it with the hook. Slide the buckle to find the perfect fit.
To tighten a self-tied bow tie, pull the folded parts on both sides to fasten the knot. Depending on the material, you may have to readjust throughout the evening.
Can you wear a bow tie with any shirt? How often do you wear bow ties and for which occasions?
You can wear a bow tie with any shirt that has a collar. As a general rule, if a necktie is appropriate, then a bow tie is also acceptable. Some formal affairs have set requirements for the dress code. Double check that wedding invitation or party invite before choosing neckwear.
Also as a general rule… if you want to wear a bow tie, then wear the bow tie! It's your story – make your own rules.
Does a bow tie go over the collar?
Bow ties typically go under the collar of a dress shirt. It worked for 007 since 1962 , and we're not going to argue with Bond.
Wearing a bow tie under the collar is especially important with pre-tied bow ties because the collar hides the adjustable buckle.
Should I wear a bow tie to my job interview?
This is a tricky question. The answer depends on a myriad of circumstances like… first impressions, the actual job, what else you're wearing, is it a glow-in-the-dark bow tie that also plays music (we've seen that one!)... the list goes on and on.
Take a look at what other guys in that office are wearing and use your best judgment as to the appropriateness of wearing one. Bow ties are often seen as 'statement pieces' and may help you make a memorable first impression – keep that in mind and good luck at the interview!
Where can I find a wooden bow tie?
Trendhim has a wide selection of wooden bow ties. Avoid open flames and wear one with pride!
See our selection of wooden bow ties here.
Can I wear a regular tie on a tuxedo instead of a bow tie?
If you're wearing a tuxedo, there's probably a dress code involved. If it's black tie, wear a bow tie. If you're wearing a pleated shirt with your tuxedo, wear a bow tie so you don't hide the shirt studs. If there is no dress code and your shirt is not pleated, it's fine to wear a tie.
What occasions are appropriate to wear a white bow tie versus a black one?
Events with a white tie dress code require a (you guessed it) white bow tie. Black bow ties are typically required for black tie affairs.
You'll also find white bow ties in many weddings as a way for the groom to stand out from his groomsmen.
Why did ties become the standard attire and not the bow ties?
We're not sure why neckties are more often seen on men than bow ties. We do know that bow ties look different and cause people to take notice of you. The key to wearing one is to not do it every day… unless you're trying to become the 'bow tie guy'.
Is it okay to wear a bow tie with a vest? Can you wear a bow tie with braces?
Bow ties and vests go together like ice cream sundaes and cherries. Delicious.
As for braces… your bow tie can easily be seen as an old-timey accessory. Keep that in mind when you pair with suspenders or even a flat cap. It's a good idea to choose one 'statement' accessory and go with that.
What is the history of the bow tie?
It all started with Croatian mercenaries in the 17th century. The French elite liked the scarves they wore around the collars, copied the style and the 'cravat' was born. Add years of style, trends, and manipulation and you've got the self-tied bow tie we all know and love.
How does the waiter's bow tie different from others?
The waiter's bow tie is different because it's on the waiter. Your bow tie is different because you're not walking around delivering soup to a room full of people.
Are clip-on bow ties tacky?
Clip-on bow ties are not tacky if you're 5. Maybe even 6. If you're not hanging artwork on your mom's fridge, then you're not encouraged to wear a clip-on bow tie.
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Parental Control Play Time Limits and Reports
You can use Parental Controls to adjust your child's play time schedule, set play time limits for World of Warcraft®, StarCraft® II, StarCraft®: Remastered, Overwatch®, Heroes of the Storm®, Hearthstone®, and generate weekly play reports for World of Warcraft®.
If you later want to modify the limits you set, you can do so in the Parental Controls Dashboard. To remove the Parental Controls, you may contact Customer Support.
Play Time Limits
You can set time limits for how long your child can play on a daily basis, weekly basis, or both. You can also set custom schedules. When the preset time limit is reached, access to the game will be revoked.
To set up play time limits on the Parental Controls page:
- Check Limit Daily/Weekly hours to…
- Enter the daily or weekly limit for the game.
- Click Save Settings.
Time limits apply to all characters on the account. Play time on any character counts against daily and weekly limits.
- Daily time limits start at 5:00:00 AM and end at 4:59:59 AM in your selected time zone.
- Weekly limits start at 5:00:00 AM on Sunday and end at 4:59:59 AM on the following Sunday.
- A time limit will begin 30 seconds after the player logs in to the realm list or character selection screen.
Play Time Reports
You will receive a play time report email with information on the amount of time your child has played in World of Warcraft over the previous week. You don't have to set up a schedule or time limit to receive a play time report.
To receive play time reports:
- Confirm your time zone.
- Check Send the play time report for this Blizzard account to...
- Click Save Settings.
You will receive a confirmation email at your Parental Controls email address. Reports will begin the following week.
Custom schedules allow you to manage what days and times of day your child is able to play. Time limits will work together with these schedules.
To set up a custom schedule:
- Check Enable the Play Time Schedule.
- Click and drag the time slots on the schedule to select the times you want to make available for play, or choose one of the preset schedules.
- Click Save Settings.
Schedules take effect within 30 minutes after saving. If your child is playing when you save your changes, they must log out before changes will take effect.
Play schedules apply to all characters on a World of Warcraft account. If you set up a schedule, no character can be logged in during blocked periods.


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Comfortably cuddled on the couch with me in the late afternoon, mug of hot chocolate in hand, he relayed all the day's adventures and I realized once again that this boy-child of mine is growing into a man. Aside from the obvious lessons on survival hiking, reading nature, animal tracking, bear behavior, and field dressing that Alaska is so generous to share, he learned deep in his knower that although it was very hard, he lived. He will stand a little taller, just like his brothers before him and within him is forged a stronger hinge between body and mind, welded by arduous, thrilling experiences and a strong, loving father who both prods and walks with his children. Luke will be fine.
The following pictures are from the Denali trip 2 weeks ago:
|Checking in at the ranger station before heading out.
|Somewhere in the tundra heading toward Cathedral Mountain.
|Cool fossil by the Teklanika River.
|After 3 days, he completed an activity book and received a Junior Ranger pin.
Here's to more adventures and meat. And more years of kids hunting so that I won't have to field dress anything for a long, long time!
Love, Allison


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As every musician has his own idea of what a great sounding guitar means, there is no "optimum miking technique". It's far more important to know how different factors in the recording and miking process can affect the final timbre, so that you can find what you are personally looking for. Especially when working with only one Mikme, much can be achieved by carefully positioning the microphone.
Find the sweet spot
Different parts of the guitar will radiate different frequencies and in different directions. Especially if you're close‑miking you can focus on various aspects of the instruments just by the chosen microphone position. Basically, you can use the Mikme like a natural EQ by changing its position and direction to the guitar.
A good starting point could be to place the Mikme approximately 20cm in front of the guitar, aiming at the 12th fret, where you can usually achieve a fairly good balance of the body resonances and liveliness from the strings.
Positioned towards the neck, the sound becomes thinner and brighter, pointing at the sound-hole you can focus on the deeper, more bassier parts. Moving the Mikme towards the guitar it will sound more direct (be aware of unwanted string sounds, if the MIkme is positioned very closely).
If you move your Mikme back a little, a more unified sound of the whole instrument will be picked up by the microphone (but also more of the rooms reflection).
Move, move, move
The precise angle of the mic and distance from the guitar will vary according to the guitar, the track and the desired sound. By tweaking the exact position and angle of the Mikme you can play around to get the sound you like.
In this video you can see a few examples of standard mic positions and you can listen to the effect this different positions have on the sound of the instrument.
Have fun playing around with the sound of your guitar.
One more thing: Please make sure to have the gain of your Mikme set-up properly before you start recording. Learn here how to perform a soundcheck with your Mikme
Happy creating!


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So in my last post I said I had a date with the beach… and as promised, here I am at the dunes near Neva River… a beautiful beach with picturesque rocky outcrops courtesy of Studio Skye. It was warm but with a salty breeze and I had the perfect outfit to stroll along the shore in… the cute little PLAYA top that from MIEL that was featured in FLF this past week and the new maxi skirt from DRIFT which I will admit I am loving everything from that store and Kalli keeps cranking out new stuff like nobody's business. BOTH items are mesh and come with a color/texture changing HUD so you can change your look easily and won't break your inventory or your budget.
I know not everyone had the chance to see Neva River while it was open, but hope you've enjoyed my glimpse into this lovely paradise through some of my photos. Neva is sure to bring us more inspiring settings in the future.
Skin – Alyx (Peach, Natural Eyes) – Pink Fuel **NEW**
Makeup – Tanabata Skin 01 Freckles – My Ugly Dorothy
Eyes – Eternal Eyes (grey) – IKON
Hair – Mango (Browns) MESH – =DeLa*= **heavily edited**
MESH Hands & Feet – Slink
Top – Playa Top MESH – MIEL **NEW**
Bottoms – Hangover Maxi Skirt (wrinkled gauze) – DRIFT **NEW**
Jewelry – FRIENDO Necklace & Bracelet – MIEL
Jewelry – LUN Earrings – MIEL
Closeup – Savage Beauty 03 – Ma Vie.
Full – Glance – Del May
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The Gillard government's roll back of father's rights will seal its decline.http://www.onlineopinion.com.au/view.asp?article=12558
Caution needed on bold claims about fatherhood
Fatherlessness was named as the cause of rioting and looting in London and proclaimed to be in danger from same-sex marriages being proposed in Australia.
ABORIGINAL pleas for welfare quarantining to manage the food crisis in the remote South Australian APY lands have been ignored by state and federal governments.
THIRTY victims of sexual abuse by Catholic priests in Melbourne yesterday asked the Victorian government to investigate the church's handling of complaints, claiming it perverted the course of justice and bullied victims.http://www.theage.com.au/victoria/church-abuse-victims-call-for-government-to-step-in-20110902-1jq94.html
THE Gonski review panel has been challenged to articulate a clear vision of why public funds should continue to flow to private schools.http://www.smh.com.au/national/gonski-called-to-justify-public-funds-for-private-schools-20110902-1jq42.html
CHRISTIANS are outraged that the birth of Jesus Christ will no longer be cited when recording dates under the new national history curriculum.http://www.news.com.au/national/for-christs-sake-ad-and-bc-ruled-out-of-date-for-national-curriculum/story-e6frfkvr-1226127965607
Clubs lift ban on Salvos after poker reform spatDamien Murphy SMH
NSW clubs that declared war on the Salvation Army as payback for supporting a cap on poker machines are starting to make peace.http://www.smh.com.au/nsw/clubs-lift-ban-on-salvos-after-poker-reform-spat-20110902-1jq5u.html
JULIA Gillard is bracing for months of destabilisationhttp://www.theaustralian.com.au/national-affairs/labor-leadership-ructions-loom-large/story-fn59niix-1226128506079
There is only one possible contender to replace the Prime Minister and that is Kevin Rudd. http://www.theage.com.au/opinion/politics/a-return-to-rudd-looms-as-gillards-leadership-collapses-20110902-1jq4z.html
FEDERAL opposition MP Peter Slipper has threatened to join the crossbenches if an internal vote today backs Howard government minister Mal Brough to head the branch of the Queensland Liberal National Party in his electorate of Fisher.http://www.theaustralian.com.au/national-affairs/state-politics/lnp-mp-peter-slipper-threatens-revolt-as-win-looms-for-mal-brough/story-e6frgczx-1226128495557
TONY Abbott is offering to work with the Gillard government on a policy of processing asylum-seekers offshore, if Nauru is included, as Labor faces a split over how Australia handles refugees.http://www.theaustralian.com.au/national-affairs/immigration/tony-abbott-puts-nauru-deal-to-julia-gillard-as-labor-faces-split-on-detainees/story-fn9hm1gu-1226128504817
OFFENDED judges and magistrates have hit back at Julia Gillard's criticism of the High Court and Chief Justice Robert French, labelling her attack as "unfair" and "extraordinary".http://www.theaustralian.com.au/business/legal-affairs/malaysia-solution-judiciary-hits-back-at-gillards-unfair-criticism/story-e6frg97x-1226128454740
As the High Court has said nuh-uh to Malaysia and Nauru, there are now two courses of action open to the Federal Government as it tries to reinvigorate its asylum seeker policy.http://www.abc.net.au/unleashed/2868366.html
Labor's Left faction has called for an immediate end to the policy of offshore processing of asylum seekers, heaping more pressure on Prime Minister Julia Gillard in the wake of the High Court ruling on the Malaysia deal.http://www.abc.net.au/news/2011-09-02/labors-left-faction-wants-end-to-offshore-processing/2868178
Wouldn't it just be easier, and cheaper, to process them here?http://www.smh.com.au/opinion/politics/not-just-kinder-also-a-cheaper-solution-20110902-1jq5k.html
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If we piece all the information together, husband has an addiction to nut butter, I recently got a new model of food processor with higher power, the almond butter has been ridiculously expensive – the conclusion: I decide to make my own almond butter or nut butter from now on, lol.
1.5 lbs of organic raw almonds (just how much I had at hand)
1/2 tbsp of honey
1/2 tbsp of maple syrup
1 tbsp of olive oil, optional
salt and pepper
In a food processor (mine has about 720 watt in power) with its medal S-shaped blade on, combine the almonds, honey and maple syrup and add salt and pepper to taste. Turn the food processor on and let go for about 30-35 min or until reach desired consistency. Add olive oil occasionally, especially towards the end, to help the consistency of the texture. Open up every couple minutes and use a spatula to move the mixture that got stuck on the wall down to the blade. Feel free to use more olive oil, honey or maple syrup to your liking depending on the sweetness and the texture you prefer. Easy as that!
To change up the flavor, try adding cinnamon, nutmeg, raisins, chocolate, or I am thinking of putting in some cayenne, red chili, or jalapeño next time to experiment a bit.
Tips: if you roast the almonds beforehand for a while and let out the nutty oil somewhat, it will shorten the time needed to in the food processor or a lower-power food processor will do since it does not need to work as hard.
Husband gave two thumbs up after trying and has been all over this jar of goodness! 🙂


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A narcotics officer is employed by the police to battle drug crime, which may call for a great deal of undercover work. There are certain skills narcotic officers must have, along with meeting educational requirements that are roughly similar to those of regular police officers, with a few minor additions.
Essential Information
A narcotics officer is a particular type of police officer who specializes in preventing illegal drug use and distribution. Depending on the department or agency for which they want to work, prospective narcotics officers may need a high school diploma or a bachelor's degree. In some cases, military service is accepted in the absence of a degree. As with most police jobs, candidates must successfully complete police academy training and pass written and physical examinations. This job might appeal to an individual with interests in law enforcement, drug control and investigations.
|Required Education
| High school diploma or associate/bachelor's degree (dependent on department)
Military service
|Additional Requirements
| Successful completion of police academy
Passing written and physical exams
|Projected Job Growth (2018-2028)*
|5% for all police and detectives
|Median Wage (2018)*
|$81,920 annually, $39.38 hourly for all police and detectives
Sources: *U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Job Description
Narcotics officers work with police agencies or departments to combat illegal drug use and distribution. Some agencies combine narcotics and criminal investigation into one division. Narcotics officers might choose to work in smaller communities, or they might pursue a broader federal job, such as a position with the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA).
Narcotics Officer
Narcotics officers investigate drug distribution. They might work with other agents, businesses and concerned organizations to identify drug trafficking routes and dealers and ensure the safety of the community.
Narcotics officers also might write reports and analyze evidence for cases. Additionally, they might disseminate information concerning drug prevention within the community.
Narcotics officers must have physical stamina to conduct investigations. They also must be flexible concerning their work hours, and shift work may be necessary. Additionally, all police officers must demonstrate integrity and determination to complete their work satisfactorily.
Job Requirements
Typically, narcotics officers have the same educational requirements as regular police officers. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, some agencies might require a bachelor's degree, while others require only a high school diploma (www.bls.gov). Some agencies accept former work experience or time in the military in lieu of postsecondary education. Aspiring narcotics officers might have the best chances of employment if they have an associate's or bachelor's degree.
Most law enforcement agencies require that prospective narcotics officers complete both physical and written exams. Agencies usually require their candidates to be at least 21 years old.
After being hired, entry-level officers may be required to undergo further training at a police academy. This training is to provide knowledge about laws and procedures for the particular area the agency is responsible for. Additionally, officers must learn basics of emergency management, self-defense and gun control.
Probationary Period
In order to advance within an agency, an officer usually has to stay within the department for several months or even years. After finishing the probationary period, officers may be able to undergo training and take tests for advancement. Police officers can then choose to specialize in narcotics or a similar field.
Career Information
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), job openings for police and detectives are expected to increase as fast as the average from 2018-2028. In May 2018, the BLS reported that professionals in the 90th percentile or higher earned $138,860 or more per year, whereas the bottom 10th percentile earned $43,800 or less per year.
While narcotics officers only need a high school education, it's preferred that they complete a degree program. After obtaining enough law enforcement experience, police officers must complete specialized training and examination to join the narcotics squad.


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Author(s): Olivia Tuffin
The fifth title in Olivia Tuffin's standout series. These are pony books with all the classic ingredients full of action and adventure, and entirely authentic from head to tail!Georgia and her Palomino, Lily, have come a long way together but now, in their final adventure together, they face what might just be their biggest challenge yet.
The perfect pony stories - exciting, heartwarming, and entirely authentic from head to tail!
Olivia Tuffin lives on an arable farm in Dorset with her farmer husband Clive, daughter Lara, three ponies, two dogs and a pet sheep called Florence. She never outgrew the pony-mad stage and her favourite thing to do is to ride off for hours into the countryside. She's always loved writing and wanted to write the kind of pony story she adored as a child. Her own ponies and their funny antics provide inspiration for her stories every day.


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The mission of the Advisory Council shall be to assure effective and efficient use of the Home and Community Care Block Grant through education, training, data and statistical review toward the development of a comprehensive and coordinated community based system of services, opportunities, and protections for adults aged 60+. Activities to be pursued by the Advisory Council in achieving the mission include:
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To advise the Board of County Commissioners for their decision-making process concerning the needs, funding for services, priorities, resources, long-range planning, and other issues, which affect services to the elderly through HCCBG.
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To monitor the effectiveness and efficiency of service delivery for service providers receiving Home and Community Care Block Grant funds and advising the Board of County Commissioners on recommended budget adjustments for these services through The County Funding Plan
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To promote partnerships with HCCBG funded agencies and groups, public and private, to further the aims of the Advisory Council in on-going or special projects in collaboration with the Forsyth County Aging Services Planning Committee (FCASPC)
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To communicate the Advisory Council activities to the FCASPC on a regular basis at regularly scheduled meetings.
Voting Members: The Advisory Council shall consist of no less than 7 and no more than 13 voting members who are residents of Forsyth County appointed by the Board of County Commissioners. Recommendations for appointments may come from the Advisory Council, the FCASPC, the community, other volunteers, elected officials, or the Board of County Commissioners. Of the total membership at least one voting member shall be an informal caregiver. Also, voting members shall be individuals who are supportive of the mission of the Advisory Council and who possess qualities of leadership to assist the Advisory Council in achieving its mission. 51 % of voting membership shall be aged 60+. The membership shall also include service recipients.
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New members are required to go through an initial orientation with the Area Agency on Aging within an appropriate timeframe. As part of an orientation to the Advisory Council, new members are also encouraged to schedule site visits with each of the HCCBG funded providers within the forst 3 months of appointment.
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Voting membership will strive to include representation from each of the following areas: Housing. Mental Health, United Way, Developmental Disability Community, Faith Community, Adult Care Homes, Nursing Homes, Home Health Care, Hospitals / Medical Community, Law Enforcement, Funders, Other Agencies Serving Seniors.
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Non-Voting Members: Non-voting members shall be allowed to attend all regularly scheduled meetings of the Advisory Council. The Forsyth County Manager shall be an ex officio non-voting member of the Advisory Council. The Advisory Council shall also include as ex officio non-voting members, the following: 1 member representing the Board of County Commissioners, 1 member representing the Area Agency on Aging (AAA), 1 member representing each AAA funded provider, 1 member representing the FCASPC.
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|Mr. Andrew W Applegate
|Ms. Francine Braun
|Ms. Adrienne Calhoun
|Ms. Linda W Darden
|Chiquita Evans
|Ms. Stacey Jones
|Laura C Keeling
|Mr. Samuel M Lewis
|Ms. Helen M Mack
|Hon. Tonya D McDaniel
|Ms. Sudha Moparthy
|Marva G Reid
|Mr. Reginald D Reid
|Ms. Shontell Robinson
|Ms. Evelyn W Smith
|Dr. Charles H Swanson
|Dr. Althea Taylor-Jones
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Regular Meetings: Regular meetings of the Advisory Council occur on the 4th Friday of each month at 9:30 a.m.
Conflict of Interest: No member of the Advisory Council may vote on any matter regarding an agency receiving Home and Community Care Block Grant funds if the member, is currently, or has within the prior 12 months had any ownership, employment, fiduciary, contractual, creditor, or consultative relationship, or has served on any governing board or committee of the agency. However, the member is allowed to participate in discussion about funding recommendations not relating to the above relationships.
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Equal Opportunity: The membership shall be open to appointees without regard to age, race, sex, creed, religion, color, national origin or disability. All geographical regions of Forsyth County should be represented.
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Terms of Appointments: The Forsyth County Board of County Commissioners shall appoint voting members to serve two (2) year terms on the Advisory Council. A voting member is eligible to serve no more than five (5) terms.
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Vacancy: The inability, for whatever reason, of an appointed member to complete his/her term of service, shall be reported in writing to the Chairperson of the Advisory Council. The Advisory Council shall communicate the vacancy to the Clerk to the Board of County Commissioners for the appointment of a replacement. A vacancy may be filled at any time by the Board of County Commissioners.
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Vote: Each voting member of the Advisory Council shall have one vote upon any motion before the Advisory Council. There shall be no proxy votes. In the discretion of the Advisory Council, if time does not allow for a face-to-face meeting, voting can be delivered and taken through email.
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Quorum: Fifty percent (50%) of the Advisory Council's voting members shall constitute a quorum. A two-thirds (2/3) vote of the voting members shall be required to recommend funding allocations.
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The Removal of Voting Committee Members: Voting members of the Advisory Council who are absent from three unexcused meetings without a good excuse, may be deemed to have resigned from the Advisory Council. At the conclusion of the third meeting from which the individual is absent, the committee may request that the County Commissioners fill the vacancy.
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A sector that I don't often write about, but am coming to realise the error of my ways, is Early Childhood Education (ECE). From ECE colleagues I get a sense that this is an often sidelined sector, which is crazy given the fundamental impact that educators can have for very young learners - as the following quote illustrates
Early childhood is "…a period of momentous significance for all people growing up in [our] culture… By the time this period is over, children will have formed conceptions of themselves as social beings, as thinkers, and as language users, and they will have reached certain important decisions about their own abilities and their own worth."
(Donaldson, M., Grieve, R., and Pratt, C. Early Childhood Development and Education: Readings in Psychology. Oxford: Basil Blackwell, 1983, p. 1)
Recently a dear friend from the UK asked me to do a wee bit of research into Te Whāriki, a New Zealand Early childhood curriculum policy statement that has been getting a lot of attention internationally since its introduction in 1996. So, rather than putting the resources and links into an email I felt it would be good to share here, and to invite other folks to comment on, or add to the resources listed.
The Education.govt.nz site describes Te Whāriki as "a framework for providing tamariki (children's) early learning and development within a sociocultural context" (source). The policy statement "emphasises the learning partnership between kaiako (teachers), parents, and whānau/families" (source). The approach means that the "Kaiako (teachers) weave an holistic curriculum in response to tamariki (children's) learning and development in the early childhood setting and the wider context of the child's world" (source).
The New Zealand Ministry of Education site adds a little more details (which you can read in full) including the four broad principles of Te Whāriki:
A short video (1 min 47 secs) that summarises Te Whāriki and discusses whether it needs review.
Some of the resources below are free to access and / or download, others you can purchase.
Book: Weaving Te Whāriki - Aotearoa New Zealand's Early Childhood Curricu...
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Sometimes airlines are just like any neighborhood.
If all your neighbors have a dream car (or Dreamliner), you'll want one, too. If all your neighbors have internet access (at 30,000 feet), you'll want it, too. If all your neighbors have hedges for their yards (or jet fuel), you'll want that, too.
So what's the latest neighborhood gossip? It's whether the new owner of the biggest house (airline) on the block (in the world) is going to try and keep up with the Joneses. At least when it comes to those hedges.
Airline industry sources say this week's naming of a new management makeup looks likely to take the merging American Airlines out of the hedging market, a significant means for airlines to attempt to control the rising cost of jet fuel.
Creditors, regulators, bankruptcy judges and others still must review the proposed merger between US Airways and American, so it is far too soon to determine the combined airline's hedging policy.
But US Airways CEO Doug Parker already had been named new CEO. More key managers were named this week, including US Airways President Scott Kirby as the new president, and two other US Airways officials who were part of a committee that has steered US Airways away from any hedging since 2008 when a bad bet almost bankrupted the company.
(A US Air official discussed the company's view on hedging at a Platts conference in 2010.)
American, on the other hand, follows the more traditional airline route of smoothing out jet fuel costs by paying for instruments such as calls and collars against future jet fuel, heating oil or crude oil contracts.
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Industry analyst Helane Becker of Cowen Securities has suggested the combined airline would no longer hedge jet fuel costs as American's systemic hedging program rolls off the books. The companies have few overlapping routes, so hedging would be the biggest change in their jet fuel operations, she said.
Sources in the jet fuel market said much the same.
"I tend to think they will need to do some amount of hedging due to the new combined size," said a jet fuel trader. "But US Air does seem to have more force on the fuel approach."
The US Airways team does not feel hedging has tremendous value, especially given current tight capacity where costs can be easier passed on to customers than in the past, said a second source, who has knowledge of both companies' fuel management programs.
"To me that's a healthier model than to be hedging all over the place," he said. "I think it would be a break from the pack."
A fuel buyer for a competing airline said the pack once feared a stock price hit if they veer too far from hedging and other measures in an attempt to contain what has become the industry's largest single cost.
But he said Delta Air Lines has only seen its stock price rise despite buying a refinery–essentially a hedging move–and adjusting hedge accounting methods. Investors also have rewarded US Airways in recent years. He said any industry nervousness about abandoning hedges could disappear if American does so with little penalty.
He cautioned that not hedging is also taking a position and "it's easier to get away with it when you're US Air" and not so big. Still, hedging is expensive and not hedging "may be the right answer. They have the people in place that can make that call," he said.
(For a look back on hedging policies, see this Barrel blog entry from about a year ago.)
US Airways officials have stressed the company does not actually have a unilateral "no-hedging" policy, but has an active hedging committee that meets regularly and reviews competitor hedges and whether pricing power was going to erode to a larger degree than the cost of hedging.
Airlines can raise ticket prices or add surcharges to pass along fuel costs, but they often would rather hedge to control the expense and also make sure it does not go out of whack with competitors.
Southwest Airlines and Alaska Airlines are said to be the major US airlines with deep hedging out two years or more, as most US airlines have a third to a half of their fuel costs hedged a year out. The source close to the companies said that means American would not have to hold out for long if their neighbors have an advantage.
"Everybody else is going to be a fleeting benefit," he said. "If fuel prices do shoot higher, the reality is those hedges burn off."


text: Posted on August 19, 2017August 19, 2017 by AdminJessie enjoying her brilliant new home! An update on Jessie in her forever home: Jessie is doing really well, loves playing football, has a few favourite toys already and enjoys going for walks, even in the rain. Sounds and looks like she has found the perfect home and family:)