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Is there any way to artificially change the "lastLogon" and/or "lastLogonTimestamp" for a user?
I have a script that disables and/or deletes old users and I want to make sure it is getting the dates correctly with test users before I put it into production.
I have tried using an LDAP tool, but I am seemingly not allowed to alter that user property - I get the error "Unwilling to perform".
All suggestions are welcome.

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The Week Ahead – February 20th
This week we will review: Wife Dumps Husband Over Trump, and, Court to Delinquent Husband – If You Don't Play By the Rules, You Don't Get to Play.
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The good folks over at Sporting Classics were kind of enough to publish a short piece of mine, The umbellus Apsis, on their blog, Sporting Classics Daily. I was fortunate to have my friend, Zane Porter, sketch a few images to accompany the words. I'd appreciate it if you'd give it a read.


text: Jon Johnson Report post Posted September 22, 2015 Korg's KAOSS PAD Series products have become the must-have effect units on in every musician's rig – especially on the DJ scene. The original mini KAOSS PAD has earned enormous popularity for packing full-fledged effects into its compact body. Now, welcome the mini kaoss pad 2! In addition to inheriting powerful effect programs from the KAOSS PAD KP3 and the KAOSS PAD QUAD, it provides an MP3 player with adjustable pitch, making the mini kaoss pad 2 unit ideal for creating DJ-Style performances. Use it as a DJ playback device, or use it to process the entire output of your DJ rig with Korg's famous KAOSS effects. Instrumentalists, guitarists, sound designers and even just music fans will enjoy using the mini kaoss pad 2.The Organic Electroluminescent (OEL) display provides superb visibility. Add to that a touch slider for ease of use, microSD card data saving, plus a built-in speaker and mic. All of these features reflect the enhancements incorporated into the sleek and exciting mini kaoss pad 2 Realtime touchpad control mini kaoss pad 2 The intuitive design and amazing flexibility of the touchpad allows mini kaoss pad 2 users to easily control multiple effects and parameters by simply stroking, tapping, or rubbing the KAOSS touch pad with their finger. Using this remarkable design, you can easily control multiple effects in complex ways that would be difficult or even impossible on a conventional effects unit, or would require dedicated software plus a MIDI controller to achieve. 100 dynamic KAOSS effects 100 diverse, ready-to-play effect programs are packed into the mini kaoss pad 2, including many inherited from the KAOSS PAD KP3. These include standard effects such as Flanger, Filter, Delay, and Reverb, as well as new effects that first appeared on the KAOSS PAD QUAD: the powerful Looper, Vinyl Break, and Ducking Compressor; essential for the pumping, pulsing that drives today's EDM tracks. FX RELEASE provides natural effects and transitions When you take your finger off the touchpad, the FX RELEASE automatically adds a delay effect so that the effect blends smoothly into your song or performance, and avoids abrupt effect dropouts. When using an effect (such as aggressive distortion) that has a completely different character than the unprocessed sound, enabling the FX RELEASE ensures that the effect will blend naturally into the tracks of your song. Extreme performance control mini kaoss pad 2 Three program memories, Hold and Auto BPM functions Excellent for DJ use and live performance, the mini kaoss pad 2 provides three Program Memories for instant recall of your favorite effects. The Hold function freezes the effect parameters based on your finger's current location on the touchpad for hands-free operation. Auto BPM detection syncs the applicable effects to the tempo of the song, so that everything continues to move in sync for a professional performance. These features provide the mini kaoss pad 2 with extreme DJ potential. Record your performances A microSD card can be used for saving MP3 data, and also to capture your mini KAOSS PAD 2 performance into the master recorder as WAV format data. Once you've found the perfect way to apply an effect, you can use this function to record your idea. This is a convenient way to share mini kaoss pad 2 performances on the Internet. mini kaoss pad 2 6 preset audio demo Loops 6 preset audio demo loops are stored in the internal memory. These demo loops provide a handy audio source that can be used to immediately audition the various effect programs, without having to hook up an external audio player, or before any audio data or MP3 files have been stored on to a microSD Card. Check out demo loop samples here. (SoundCloud) Ergonomic design The mini KAOSS PAD 2 features a comfortably curved body that makes it both stylish and extremely easy to play. The high-contrast OEL (Organic Electroluminescent) display clearly shows the names of the sounds, features, and parameters, and ensures excellent visibility, even in a dimly lit DJ booth or stage. As with the touchpad, the VALUE slider is also touch-sensitive. By sliding or tapping your finger (as appropriate for each function), parameters and functions may be controlled smoothly. Battery powered. Built-in speaker. Lightweight and compact, the mini KAOSS PAD 2 is slim enough to fit easily in your hand or pocket. The energy-efficient design allows it to operate everywhere on just two AA batteries. Equipped with a built-in speaker, the mini KAOSS PAD 2 is ready to share your exciting sonic creations wherever your music takes you. The headphone output provides privacy for playing and experimenting alone, and can also be used to connect the mini KAOSS PAD 2 to another audio devices. View full synthesizer Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites


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In this video, I will show you how to improve your sentences by removing the word "you". Using the word "you" is usually a "no-no" with professors because it addresses the reader directly. But there's another problem with this word as I'm going to show you right now. Let's take a look at an example…. [Read More]
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One of the big challenges for those who have followed Jesus for any length of time is that we can begin to feel like we've got everything sorted out. We may begin to think that we have reached some kind of perfection and that we are better than those who do not share our faith. We may even have moments where we believe that God is lucky to have us on "God's team". If we have ever felt any of these things, however subtly, we are like the Pharisee in Jesus' story. But, it is the repentant tax collector, so aware of his shortcomings and his need of God's transforming power, that finds himself connected to God's presence and grace. (Sacredise)
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The high cost of coal
Just how much damage is being done by mountaintop removal coal mining? Unless we calculate an "environmental price tag," researchers argue in PLOS ONE, policymakers can't determine whether the economic benefits of coal are worth the landscape losses.
Mountaintop removal coal mining involves clearing forests and blasting away ridges. The resulting drainage can contaminate streams, and the area usually turns into grassland.
The study authors analyzed satellite images of 47 counties in West Virginia and Kentucky from 1985 to 2005 to determine where mining had occurred. They also collected data on coal production from those counties and estimated the effects on ecosystems.
To obtain one ton of coal, 0.87 square meters of land was disturbed and 0.25 centimeters of stream was damaged, the team reports. The conversion of forest to grassland also reduced carbon sequestration potential by 193 grams of carbon per year.
Those "may not sound like alarming environmental costs," the authors write. But a different picture emerges when they consider total coal usage in the United States. Meeting the country's current coal demand would require mining an area the size of Washington, DC every few months, the team says. And obtaining a one-year supply would result in 2,300 kilometers of stream damage and 185,000 metric tons of lost carbon sequestration per year. "Tremendous environmental capital is being spent to achieve what are only modest energy gains," the researchers conclude. — Roberta Kwok | 13 September 2013
Source: Lutz, B.D., E.S. Bernhardt, and W.H. Schlesinger. 2013. The environmental price tag on a ton of mountaintop removal coal. PLOS ONE doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0073203.
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Create prison-to-work program (Comments)
"I will create a prison-to-work incentive program modeled on the successful Welfare-to-Work program." — 6/5/07, Hampton, Va.
Make criminal justice system trustworthy (Comments)
"As president, I will also work every day to ensure that this country has a criminal justice system that inspires trust and confidence in every American, regardless of race or background." — 9/28/07, Washington, D.C.
Forgive school loans of public defenders (Comments)
"We'll recruit more public defenders to the profession by forgiving college and law school loans." — 9/28/07, Washington, D.C.
End disparity in crack versus powdered cocaine sentencing (Comments)
"That will end when I am president." — 9/28/07, Washington, D.C.
Steer nonviolent offenders into rehab (Comments)
"We will give first-time, nonviolent drug offenders a chance to serve their sentence, where appropriate, in the type of drug-rehabilitation programs that have proven to work better than a prison term in changing bad behavior." — 9/28/07, Washington, D.C.
Fully fund community policing and development programs (Comments)
"That's why I'll fully fund the COPS (Community Oriented Policing Services) program, restore funding for the Community Development Block Grant program, and recruit more teachers to our cities, pay them more, and give them more support." — 6/21/08, Miami
Combat methamphetamine use (Comments)
"As president, he will continue the fight to rid our communities of meth and offer support to help addicts heal." — Obama's Blueprint for Change
Ban racial profiling (Comments)
"Obama will ban racial profiling by federal law enforcement agencies and provide federal incentives to state and local police departments to prohibit the practice." — Obama's Blueprint for Change
Will not pardon real estate developer Tony Rezko (Comments)
Attributed to Obama spokesman Ben LaBolt — 6/5/08, Chicago Sun-Times


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Soda drinks are the beverage of choice for millions of children and youngsters. The sweet taste, pleasant fizz and energizing jolt experienced with drinking soda make it really hard to resist.
According to data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, 2005–2008, 50 percent of the U.S. population consumes sugar drinks on any given day, and 25 percent consumes more than one 12-ounce can of cola.
It would not be wrong to say that people are just addicted to soda. The addiction is such that without a can of their favorite soda, many people can't even think of eating their lunch or dinner.
Although most of the ingredients in soda drinks are deemed safe by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, there are many hidden dangers in them that can cause side effects.
Anyone can suffer from the side effects, especially those who consume soda in excess on a regular basis.
Familiarizing yourself with the possible side effects can help you make the right decision to quit your habit.
Here are the top 10 reasons to break your soda addiction.
1. Harms Your Teeth
Most of the sodas available in the market contain added citric acid and sugar, which are not good for your teeth.
High intake of soda can damage the protective enamel covering on your teeth and also be harmful to dentin and composite fillings, ultimately leading to cavities. When combined with poor oral hygiene, the results can be disastrous.
Also, the sugar in soda can lead to tooth decay and bad breath.
A 2009 study published in the Journal of Zhejiang University SCIENCE B reports that excessive intake of soft drinks can cause complex dental consequences including dental erosion and caries.
This study provides tips to prevent dental erosion and cavities, such as limiting your intake of soft drinks, choosing low erosive soft drinks and not brushing your teeth within one hour of consuming acidic food.
2. Increases Risk of Obesity
Regular as well as diet soda is a big "NO" for all those who wish to keep their weight under control.
The high amount of sugar as well as artificial sweeteners in sodas contain hidden calories and induce a whole set of physiologic and hormonal responses in the body. This contributes to weight gain and increased waist circumference.
Though artificial sweeteners are low in calories, they confuse your brain and cause sugar cravings.
A 2006 study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition reports that sugar-sweetened beverages, particularly soda, provide little nutritional benefit and increase weight gain and probably the risk of diabetes, fractures and dental caries.
In a meta-analysis of 88 studies published in the American Journal of Public Health in 2007, researchers examined the association between soft drink consumption and nutrition and health outcomes. They found clear associations of soft drink intake with increased energy intake and body weight.
3. Reduces Bone Strength
Excess intake of carbonated drinks can lead to reduced bone strength. This is especially true for females, who are more prone to weak bones with age.
A 2006 article published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition reports that women who consume regular and diet cola are more likely to have weaker hip bones than those who do not drink these beverages.
Low bone mineral density did not appear to be associated with other forms of carbonated drinks, but the report noted a need for additional research to confirm the findings.
Soda beverages like cola contain phosphoric acid, which interferes with the body's ability to absorb calcium and can lead to osteoporosis and bone softening. Phosphoric acid also interacts with stomach acid, slowing digestion and blocking nutrient absorption.
Regular weight-bearing exercise and adequate intake of calcium and vitamin D are the best protection against weak bones.
4. Hurts Your Heart
Excess intake of regular as well as diet soda boosts your risk of having a vascular event, such as a stroke or heart attack, even leading to death.
In a 2009 study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, researchers tracked the health of 88,520 women ages 34 to 59 for over two decades.
They found that women who drank more than two servings of sugary beverages daily had a 40 percent higher risk of heart attacks or death from heart disease than women who rarely drank sugary beverages.
Another study of 42,883 men over two decades found that those who drank an average of one can of a sugary beverage per day had a 20 percent higher risk of having a heart attack or dying from a heart attack than men who rarely consumed sugary drinks. This study was published in Circulation in 2012.
5. Increases Diabetes Risk
Anything that promotes weight gain automatically raises the risk of diabetes. As soda affects your body's ability to process sugar and causes weight gain, people who consume this sugary beverage are at a higher risk of diabetes.
A 2004 study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association reports that the large amounts of readily absorbable sugars and excess calories in sugar-sweetened beverages like soft drinks and fruit punches may contribute to weight gain and an increased risk of Type 2 diabetes.
A 2008 study published in the Archives of Internal Medicine also reports that regular consumption of sugar-sweetened soft drinks and fruit drinks is associated with an increased risk of Type 2 diabetes mellitus in African American women from all parts of the U.S.
More recently, a 2015 study published in the British Medical Journal confirms that increased intake of sugar-sweetened drinks like sodas is associated with a higher prevalence of Type 2 diabetes.
Quitting or limiting your soda consumption thus will help you maintain a healthy weight and reduce your risk of developing diabetes.
6. Raises Blood Pressure
High soda intake is also known to cause high blood pressure, which is also called hypertension and is one of the main causes of heart disease.
High blood pressure can gradually weaken the heart muscles, increasing the risk of a heart attack, heart failure and cardiac arrest.
A 2011 study published in Hypertension found that regular intake of soda was directly and significantly associated with high blood pressure.
It is the high fructose corn syrup in soda that contributes to elevated blood pressure. A 2011 study published in the Journal of the American Society of Nephrology reports that high fructose corn syrup is associated with hypertension, irrespective of a history of hypertension.
7. Increases Gout Risk
Gout can cause a lot of pain and discomfort, and one of the reasons behind it is a high amount of uric acid in the body. The high dietary fructose content in soda can lead to a high uric acid level, thus increasing the risk of gout.
In a 2008 study published in the British Medical Journal, the beverage consumption patterns of 46,393 men was assessed over 12 years. Out of these, 755 were diagnosed with gout and reported an unhealthy excess consumption of fructose-rich soda.
A 2010 study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association, analyzed the association between fructose-rich beverages and risk of gout in women.
Some 78,906 women with no history of gout at baseline were studied for about 22 years. The study found that women who drank soda regularly reported elevated uric acid levels in the body and consequent development of gout.
People who have gout often have other types of health problems, such as hypertension, diabetes and uric acid kidney stones. This gives you many reasons why quitting drinking soda is a wise decision.
8. Damages Your Kidneys
The high phosphoric acid as well as high fructose corn syrup content in soda beverages can affect how well your kidneys function.
According to a 2011 study published in the Clinical Journal of the American Society of Nephrology, daily intake of two or more soda drinks significantly increases the risk of damaging the kidneys and inhibiting their function.
Regular soda intake also raises the risk of kidney stones, which causes painful urination, urine, nausea, vomiting and a fever.
A 2008 study published in Kidney International analyzed the fructose consumption pattern in 45,984 men for 48 years.
A total of 4,902 men were found to suffer from kidney stones. The study found that high fructose intake increases the risk of developing calcium, oxalate and uric acid kidney stones.
Furthermore, a 2013 study published in the Clinical Journal of the American Society of Nephrology confirms that excessive soda intake raises the risk of developing kidney stones.
To protect your kidneys from damage, stop drinking soda right away.
9. Causes Liver Disease
Drinking too many soda beverages is bad for your liver, too. Excess intake can increase your risk for liver disease. The high fructose corn syrup in it may be partly to blame.
A 2008 study published in the Canadian Journal of Gastroenterology reports that soft drink intake can be linked with fatty liver in the absence of traditional risk factors.
Moreover, a 2011 study published in Trends in Endocrinology and Metabolism reports that consumption of dietary fructose may cause the onset and subsequent development of nonalcoholic fatty liver disease.
Apart from high fructose corn syrup, the artificial sweetener aspartame in soda causes the chemical formaldehyde to accumulate in the liver and bind to protein molecules. This can be really harmful for your liver health.
One of the best things you can do for your liver is to make the switch to plain, fresh water.
10. Increases Cancer Risk
The artificial caramel coloring used to give cola beverages a brown color, as well as the high sugar content in soda, can raise your risk of various cancers.
The two contaminants in caramel coloring, 2-methylimidazole and 4-methylimidazole, raise the risk of breast, colon, esophageal and throat cancer.
A 2015 study published in PLOS One reports that the caramel color in soft drinks and exposure to 4-methylimidazole can increase cancer risks and burdens.
The high amount of dietary sugar in the typical western diet also may increase the risk of breast cancer and metastasis to the lungs, according to a 2016 study published in Cancer Research. For many, a good portion of the extra sugar may come from soda.
Reducing your sugar intake by avoiding soda beverages can play a key role in lowering your cancer risk.


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Great news! Chewing gum can actually prevent cavities. It can also help you stop smoking and lose weight, and it increases your ability to concentrate. But before you get too excited, there are also some reasons why gum might not be right for you. When in doubt, ask your dentist.
Why gum is good for teeth
It's mostly about the saliva. Chewing gum stimulates saliva production, and saliva is the mouth's natural defense system. Saliva helps to clean away stray bits of food that might lead to bacteria growth. It also helps restore pH balance after consuming foods that are acidic or alkaline. So if you chew gum after a meal, more saliva will be generated and your teeth will thank you for it.
That said, not all gum is created equal. Gum that contains sugar can actually promote cavities and should be avoided. Ideally, look for gum that is sweetened with xylitol, a substance that has proven health benefits (PDF).
Xylitol: a powerful cavity fighter
Despite the scientific name, xylitol is a naturally occurring sugar alcohol that actively prevents cavities. Don't let the word alcohol throw you off though: sugar alcohols won't make you tipsy. They are just sugars that have latched onto a couple of extra hydrogen atoms, and that configuration makes them indigestible to the bacteria in your mouth. However, because they are based on sugar, they still taste sweet.
Xylitol is special among sugar alcohols, because it raises the pH of the mouth and prevents cavity-causing bacteria from growing. If you chew xylitol gum regularly, the amount of streptococcus mutans (a common cavity-causing bacteria) decreases. Meanwhile, healthy "good" bacteria grow, making it harder for new colonies of streptococcus mutans to settle in.
The following (very retro-looking) video demonstrates how chewing gum is made and why xylitol protects your teeth, including a tour of a chewing gum factory and a cute animation of xylitol attacking bad bacteria:
Chewing gum and weight loss
There are also several health benefits to chewing gum that have nothing to do with your mouth. For instance, a number of studies have suggested that chewing gum causes many people to consume (slightly) fewer calories. The effect isn't very large, so gum alone won't do much, but as part of a healthy diet, it can help you achieve your goals.
That said, not everyone responds the same way. Chewing gum prevents snacking for some people, but it stimulates hunger for others. If gum causes you to eat more, you obviously won't lose any weight. On the other hand, if chewing gum prevents you from snacking, you should see a benefit.
Drawbacks of chewing gum
Gum chewing isn't right for everyone, and you can certainly overdo it. Here are some of the common reasons you might want to avoid gum:
- Jaw pain (TMJ). If you have issues with the joints in your jaw, chewing gum can aggravate the issue. For serious cases of temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ), gum chewing can cause harm.
- Bloating. Some people report bloating from gum chewing. This happens because the chewing motion causes you swallow a lot of air, which then travels through the digestive system.
- Laxative effects. In larger doses, xylitol becomes a laxative. Don't overdo it!
- Migraines in teens. Too much gum chewing can lead to migraines in adolescents.
Despite those issues, however, gum chewing can benefit most people. If you're having issues, talk to your dentist. Otherwise, feel free to pop a piece of xylitol gum in your mouth.
Further Reading
- Ly, K.A. et al. (2008). "The Potential of Dental-Protective Chewing Gum in Oral Health Interventions." Journal of the American Dental Association.
- Milgrom, P. et al. (2006). "Mutans Streptococci Dose Response to Xylitol Chewing Gum." Journal of Dental Research.
- Nayak, P.A. et al. (2014). "The effect of xylitol on dental caries and oral flora." Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dentistry.
- Ribelles, L.M. et al. (2010). "Effects of xylitol chewing gum on salivary flow rate, pH, buffering capacity and presence of Streptococcus mutans in saliva." European Journal of Paediatric Dentistry.


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While doing some grocery shopping at Target, I spotted a new item – the Jimmy Dean Delights Breakfast Bowl Southwest Style. I've tried some Jimmy Dean Delights in the past and have found them to be a decent breakfast item to grab while on the go, or do heat up when in a pinch. Since I've been on an egg kick as of late, I decided to give this a try because it looked good.
I can say, I am glad I did because this is delicious! It's packed with flavors, protein and veggies and just a great breakfast experience. It has egg whites, chicken chorizo sausage, onions, peppers, cheese, black beans and potatoes in it. The black beans are definitely a fabulous addition to this dish and it helps give it a different texture in the mix. It's not spicy, it's flavorful and really just a great mix of all ingredients. I found it to be perfect with a side of toast or even a tortilla.
A bowl is 250 calories or 6 points plus values.
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The average fuel economy of all cars sold in 2013 improved by 1 mile per gallon over 2012.
The estimated fuel economy listed on window stickers by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) was 24.8 mpg, according to researchers Michael Sivak and Brandon Schoettle of the University of Michigan's Transportation Research Institute (UMTRI).
Sivak and Schoettle of UMTRI have been tracking the average sales-weighted fuel economy since 2007, when the average fuel economy of all cars sold was 20.8 mpg. Sales-weighted numbers are important to show what we're buying, not just what automakers are making (we're looking at you, California).
To clarify (or confound), there are two fuel economy numbers that are tracked and monitored by the EPA, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and UMTRI: unadjusted sales averages and adjusted sales averages.
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I've been complaining for the past few weeks about my low amount of miles since starting CrossFit but this week I feel pretty good about my runs. Even though I still logged a very low amount of miles (15) it was nice getting 4 runs in this week. Now that CrossFit is over I'll be able to start upping my miles again and mixing up my runs. Believe it or not, I'm actually looking forward to speed work, hill training, and strides.
One of the workouts from last week deserves some special attention. Wednesday's Run for Boston 5k. I loved this one for so many different reasons.
This was a community run / walk in honor of Boston. It look place at the Irish Coast Pub where I run on Wednesday nights (when I can make it, that is). Typically we have 15-20 runners at the pub but this week there were almost 500 and over $10,000 was raised for Boston. Simply amazing. I know I say this a lot, but the running community never ceases to amaze me.
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Friday: Nada, nothing.
Saturday: 7 mile run, 25 minutes HIIT
Sunday: Rainy rest day.
I've been doing the above AM circuit for the past two weeks and have really enjoyed it. However, my poor husband hasn't. I guess there's just something annoying about your wife jump roping at 5:45am. I tried different room and even going outside but he swears I keep waking him up. *whomp whomp* So this week I'm changing it up a bit. i.e. No jump roping.
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North of Bastia is the holiday destination of Cap Corse, a 25-mile (40km) peninsula edged with quaint fishing villages. The peninsula is divided by a narrow spine of mountains, which rise over 3,000 feet (914m) above sea level. On the east side of the Cap Corse mountain spine are a series of small villages cuddled into picturesque coves, while on the west coast the settlements cling precariously to rugged cliffs battered by wild waves.
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Monday, 17 November 2014
I should make an effort to record how I feel now, in detail, so that the next time I'm at that difficult 'this will never work' stage, I can look back on it and remind myself that there is a way through, and that even if it takes a long time to find it, it's truly wonderful and worth the hard work when you get there. Unfortunately, this stage is a relatively short one. Writing a novel is a bit like doing a basic jigsaw with no picture to guide you. The incredibly difficult stage of trying to fit the pieces together has taken over a year; painting the picture on the front is the fun part, and will be a quicker process. (Of course, I'm saying all this with the assumption that my agent and editor will like the results, and I won't have to go back and rewrite the entire thing!)
Writing retreats have helped enormously - I've been on two recently. I talked about the first one in my last blog post. The second retreat was with Arvon, at the beautiful Lumb Bank writing house, near Hebden Bridge.
I've been to Lumb Bank several times before, both on taught courses and on retreats. There's something about the place that I find incredibly inspiring, and every time I go there, it feels like going home. In fact, when I was shown to my room this time, I suddenly felt quite emotional. Maybe it's because when I started my first Arvon course back in 2002, I felt like someone whose hobby was writing; by the end of that week, I felt like a writer.
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I've been doing my own version of this warm-up, which is exactly the same as Rosie's, except that as long as I've done six images and a haiku, I allow myself to write two pages of freewriting rather than three. If I miss out the haiku or one of the images - I usually describe something I can see, but sometimes it's something I remember - then I do the full three pages. It feels good.
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So, all in all, it's going well. I am, at this particular moment, a Very Happy Writer!
In other news:
Last time, I reported that Apple iBooks had picked up The Secrets We Left Behind for a special promotion. Well, it looks like Amazon has followed suit and so the Kindle version is now £1.99 on Amazon, too (although I don't know for how long). UPDATE 18th Nov: damn! seems to have finished already.
Signing event:
If you're in or near Sheffield on Saturday 29th of November and you'd like to buy a signed copy of either of my books, or a copy of the Watch & Wait anthology - Christmas presents, perhaps? (God, I hate the self-promotion, but here I am, trying to self-promote!) Or even if you just fancy a chat, please come and say hello. I'll be upstairs at WH Smith, Fargate, Sheffield, S1 from 1.30 until about 3.30. There may well be chocolate involved.
New Amazon reviews:
The Secrets We Left Behind: no new reviews (OMG! No new reviews! I did get a lovely reader email about this one, though)
The Things We Never Said: Two 5-star and one 4-star
If you'd like to keep an eye on what I'm up to, follow me on Twitter @sewelliot or 'like' my Facebook page. You can visit my website here
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- Anonymous17 November 2014 at 17:42
I love that - 'zero draft' - I'm definitely going to use that. 'First draft' just isn't the right term for the thing that I've finally produced.ReplyDeleteReplies
Hi Claire. It's a useful term, isn't it? The first draft is usually something that represents lots and lots (and lots) of editing/rewriting. I think zero draft is brilliant. Unfortunately, I can't take credit for coming up with it myself. I can't remember who I first heard use it, but whoever you are, thank you – it's so appropriate!Delete
Oh that wonderful moment when you know, at last, what's going to happen! It's all downhill from now ... well, sort of ... but at least you can go back to Arvon when the going gets bumpy.ReplyDeleteReplies
I'm hoping it will be downhill in a 'freewheeling' sort of way now! I enjoy the editing part SO much more. Won't be able to afford another Arvon for a while, but I can cope much better at home now I've got to this stage!Delete
Love the visual of warming up and training for a marathon! I just got back from a choral retreat and with our new conductor, we warmed up before each of the five rehearsals. It only took about 5 minutes each time but it made a world of difference. And now here are you nudging me to think about how I can apply that concept to things other than singing! Thank you!ReplyDeleteReplies
Interesting to hear that you're warming up before singing as well.It makes perfect sense, really, doesn't it? Orchestras always warms up before they play, too. I suppose it's just about allowing our minds and bodies to adjust to what we are about to do. Hope you enjoyed the choral retreat! Aren't retreats great for helping us to focus?Delete
Yes, life feels strange with only one rehearsal a week now! Individual practice is always that little bit harder to work in in the midst of life, I so admire how organized you are in making the writing happen.Delete
It's wonderful to hear that you've made such good progress with the novel and you have now completed that zero draft. Hebden Bridge looks wonderful. How envious I am of your writing retreats! If only I could afford one. I keep vowing to do morning pages again or something similar, but I keep forgetting!ReplyDeleteReplies
Thanks, Jo! Yes, Hebden Bridge gorgeous! Do have a look at the Arvon foundation website – they offer grants of up to the full amount. I had grants to attend a few years ago - couldn't have afforded it otherwise.Hope you make it fair one day - changed my life!Delete


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However, the rate of cancer detection by screening mammograms was lower for women with implants: 77.8 percent, compared to 90.7 percent in breasts without implants. Cancers tended to be diagnosed at an earlier stage in the breast augmentation group, although the difference was not statistically significant.
The study also found some significant differences in subsequent breast cancer diagnosis and treatment. Women with implants were more likely to undergo excisional biopsy and less likely to undergo imaging-guided core needle biopsy. Women in the breast augmentation group were more likely to be treated with mastectomy, 73 versus 57 percent; and less likely to undergo breast-conserving treatment, 27 versus 43 percent.
Breast cancer detection was unaffected by the type of breast implant (silicone- versus saline-filled), or whether the implant was placed over or under the pectoral muscle. There was some evidence to suggest that mammographic detection was more likely in breasts with saline-filled versus silicone-filled implants.
It's estimated that 1 in 8 women will develop breast cancer during their lives, while almost 300,000 women undergo breast augmentation each year. Studies have clearly shown that breast implants do not increase the risk of breast cancer. But there are continued concerns that implants might lead to delayed diagnosis of breast cancer.
The new findings suggest that breast cancers are likely to be detected at smaller sizes in women who have undergone breast augmentation—especially for palpable masses detected by self-exam or clinical examination. In contrast, screening mammography may be more likely to miss cancers in women with implants, despite the use of modern mammographic techniques designed to increase detection.
While women with implants may be more likely to undergo mastectomy, the authors note that breast-conserving treatment remains an option for such patients. Dr. Sosin comments, "Our findings may have important implications for patient counseling regarding breast augmentation and breast cancer detection."
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2:29pm: The Grizzlies announced via press release that "following discussions with management, the decision was made for" Levien and Lash to "depart the organization." GM Chris Wallace, who saw his authority neutralized under Levien's regime, will "assume interim responsibility" for the team's basketball operations.
"Our franchise has made tremendous strides over the last few seasons and we thank Jason for his hard work and dedication and wish him nothing but success in his future endeavors," said Grizzlies owner Robert Pera. "Rest assured that we remain as committed as ever to bringing a championship to this great city and we are confident that when the new season begins our fans will be excited about both our roster and the direction of our organization."
1:40pm: Grizzlies CEO Jason Levien is poised to resign after assistant GM Stu Lash was dismissed, according to Marc Stein of ESPN.com (on Twitter). Meanwhile, the futures of coach Dave Joerger and executive vice president John Hollinger are uncertain after a clash between owner Robert Pera and current management (link).
Levien, a former agent and 76ers minority owner, was named CEO in November 2012. Levien hired Lash and Hollinger, a former Nets beat writer and ESPN scribe, to high-ranking front office roles shortly after taking the reigns in Memphis.
Tensions are high in Memphis after the Grizzlies won 50 games and pushed the Thunder to a seven-game series but ultimately lost. There's a lot of uncertainty surrounding the Grizzlies' roster this summer as well, as Zach Randolph has a player option worth $16.9MM. For the star forward, that number would signify a pay cut from the $18.2MM he earned last season.
The Grizzlies figure to have lots of flexibility even if Randolph exercises his option, as Chuck Myron wrote earlier this month. What isn't clear is who will be allocating those dollars.


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This is my 5th picture in my 5th file. It is an ATC I made a while back for my Paper Traders Yahoo group's monthly Winner Take All drawing. I really like this ATC because of the techniques I used. First I did the torn paper technique that Bevlea shared on her blog, but I used printed tissue papers as well as the text to give a bit more visual texture. Next I added the bird and other elements. Finally I crackled the surface and rubbed on ink to color the cracks. It turned out like I envisioned it... and you all know how rarely that happens! .... so I was very pleased with it! Of course, having a bird on it also makes it a favorite project too!


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In Memoriam
Our good friend and talented singer, accordion, and keyboard artist Robert Ermis has gone to be with our Lord on March 24, 2013 at age 59. We will miss him very much.
Robert was a kind and generous son, brother, uncle, cousin and friend, a man with a love of his Czech heritage, his Catholic faith and music. He was a gifted singer and musician who had performed with Kovanda's Czech Band, various choirs including St. Anne's and St. Cecilia's Catholic Churches, the Diocesan choir and the Houston Symphony. In 1992 he was awarded the Texas Male Czech Singer of the Year. He had a wonderful sense of humor and was eccentric in his own way.
Donations in Robert's memory may be made to
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, P.O. Box 979005, Coconut Creek, Florida 33097.
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The St. Catharine of Siena Parish Community is growing…in a big way. Our parish is blessed to be experiencing an increase in new families joining our parish community and an increase in parishioner participation in our ever-growing list of Parish Ministries. In the past few years, we have added and expanded many new and growing ministries that serve every aspect of our parish life. Alpha, Symbolon, That Man is You, Walking with Purpose, our Hospitality Ministry, our Bereavement Committee, Marriage and Family Life, Respect Life, Little Saints, Care on Call, St. Vincent de Paul, and many more ministries help us to serve and grow in our Catholic faith and bring us closer to Jesus. Combined with Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, Knights of Columbus, athletic programs and school programs, our facilities are "bursting at the seams".
Over a year ago, Father Dury met with Ministry Leaders, School Administrators and Parishioners to explore solutions to address our severely limited meeting, classroom and preschool spaces, as well as our site and physical plant issues. Those conversations have lead us to envision a project that will expand and improve our facilities at St. Catharine including the creation of a new uplifting Adoration Chapel; a new Parish Center with reception/meeting spaces, kitchen and storage areas; a new Prayer Garden; additional classrooms for St. Catharine School and a new Preschool in the renovated former convent building.
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Light snacks will be offered after the ceremony
On Sunday June 3, 2018, our parish was doubly blessed on the Feast of Corpus Christi as Monsignor David Sorohan celebrated his final public mass at St. Catharine.
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After our Corpus Christi procession, we proceeded to the Lower Level of the Church, where Fr. Dury made a very special proclamation:
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In a WH meeting today with Congressional leaders of both parties President Trump expressed his support for hiking the federal gasoline tax by .25 cents per gallon. Presently, the federal gas tax is 18.4 cents per gallon and 24.4 cents per gallon for diesel fuel. The money will be used to repair the nation's infrastructure according to sources. The current federal tax on fuel has not been increased since 1993. Trump surprised many on both sides of the aisle by expressing support for the hike during today's meeting.
Trump wants $200 billion in taxpayer money to stimulate a $1.5 trillion dollar infrastructure repair program over 10 years that will fix bridges, roads, and highways. The costs would eventually be transferred to the states and cities. Democrats insist any infrastructure plan MUST include new revenue! Well of course they do!
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The speeches that didn't make it, Class of 2014: Part VII
May 28, 2014
The Paly Voice acquired the following speeches from their authors, with their authors' consent to publish. The authors wrote the speeches with the intention of delivering them at graduation, but were not selected. Each speech went through an evaluation process on May 19 by a panel of staff members. The views stated in these speeches do not necessarily reflect the views of The Paly Voice, nor those of its staff.
Graduation Speech
by Hillel Zand
Ladies and gentlemen, graduates of the class of 2014:
I would like to start off by talking about where you are sitting. Welcome, one and all, to the Palo Alto High School Quad. The Quad is resilient. It is the hub of campus, a staple of daily life. But to me, what the Quad really represents is learning; it is where we as students learn to be social.
I've learned quite a bit about human interaction in high school classrooms. I've learned about humans being social creatures, about how methods of communication have changed, about social tendencies. But let's be real here: in 10 years, we're only going to remember a fraction of what we've learned in the classroom. Learning really happens outside the classroom, places like the Quad — at parties, at friends' houses, on meaningless car rides.
Just as much as the Quad facilitates, it also depreciates. As hard as I try, I will rarely stand out from my peers on this patch of grass. There is little to differentiate one Viking from the other. So I began to wonder: Why is it so hard to stand out?
Conformity. In order to appease others' needs, we conform. The boys and girls we were on the first day of freshman year are long-lost from the young men and women we are today. For better or worse, we've developed new habits, met new people and changed our lifestyles.
On the Quad, we conform. So today, I ask you this: On your last day at Paly, what have you done to be noticed?
Both inside and outside the classroom, it takes more effort to stand out than to go along with what everyone else is doing. And when we try to be different, we often fail. Thus, I have learned these four years that the answer to "What can I do to stand out" is just that: make mistakes.
I hate mistakes. I hate them with all my power, and you probably do too, but we have to respect them.
Let me tell you about a mistake I made:
On the very first day of senior year, on this very Quad, I made the mistake of taking off my clothes and running — ever so slowly — across the grass you sit on. Sure, it'll be a good story to tell my grandchildren one day, but it was in the heat of the moment, a moment of deindividuation.
As I dealt with a two-day suspension, I realized that I had a choice. I could choose how I wanted to be different. Two roads diverged in a wood, and I decided to take the one less traveled by. When I returned to school, I made sure that I did not let that incident define me. I made the conscious decision to stand out by building relationships with the administration, fostering conversation and — with the support of Ms. Diorio — helping usher in a new wave of senior legacy.
To me, standing out means accepting the learning potential that comes with the inevitable mistakes we have made and will make. It's not the mistake itself that makes us stand out, it's the process of making sense of the past in a way that provides true learning and growth that makes us stand out.
As we begin a new chapter in our lives, we must not be afraid to make mistakes, but more importantly, we must not be afraid to learn from them. Most will conform to the stigma that their mistake binds them to. Most will be afraid of standing out.
Class of 2014: In order to differentiate ourselves, we must make mistakes. Be the one to fail. In fact, I challenge you to fail. Learn from such mistakes. Defy societal expectations and stand out for the right reasons: for being innovative, for being witty, for not conforming.
Conformity squanders potential. Embrace the accidental potential that lies within each of us.
Thank you, good night and good luck.
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