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Austria (5 Days/4 Nights) ... Vienna 4* with a Day Trip to Salzburg - [AT01]
Vienna is the capital and largest city of the Republic of Austria. It is a beautiful romantic city and famous for its coffee culture and cafes, classical music and concert halls, historical buildings, horse-drawn carriages, and its charming streets. There is a rich cultural diversity in Vienna, and its location at the very heart of Europe makes it also an excellent starting point for travelling around Europe.
Vienna an impressing city to visit, the city is dominated by the Ringstrasse, a four kilometer long boulevard which encircles the center of the city. The city is filled with modern conveniences and attractions but blanketed as well with reminders of a great historical and cultural heritage. Excellent museums, palaces, gardens, architectural triumphs, remnants of ancient inhabitants, statuary, and grand cafes blend with trendy shops, excellent restaurants, accessible musical venues, modern museums and sculpture, and upscale hotels to make Vienna a very attractive. The extensive pedestrianized streets of the old city are a delight, lined by beautiful old buildings, populated by the young and old, filled with local shops, boutiques and cafes, and with the unexpected around every turn. The center city is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Vienna is history and music, poetry and culture, modernism and tradition, nostalgia and grandeur.
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Ninth Annual Contest Flushed with Beauty and Amazing Talent!
Cheap-Chic-Weddings.com announced the winner of their Ninth Annual Toilet Paper Wedding Dress contest sponsored by Charmin today. Celebrity judge Kate Pankoke, bridal designer and season 11 Project Runway contestant, helped with the final judging which took place at RK Bridal New York City, NY.
Grand Prize Winner
Grand Prize winner Mimoza Haska is an Albanian born hairdresser and designer now living in Surfside Beach, SC with her family.
She calls her dress "Beautiful Swan" and created it to fit her model. The dress features a cutaway bustier, hi-lo skirt, lilies and a crown style headpiece. She used 16 Rolls of Charmin Ultra Soft, Glitter Glue, Glow in the dark glitter glue, Elmer's glue, paper tape and needle and thread.
Second Place Winner
This year's second place winner is Susan Brennan, a designer, professional cheerleader for the Detroit Pistons and yoga enthusiast. She is from Orchard Lake, MI and was the grand prize winner in 2011 and 2012.
Her dress is name "City in Bloom". She wanted to create an entry that is chic, yet whimsical with an interesting balance of hard and soft. She used 11 rolls of Charmin Ultra Soft, Packing Tape, Scotch Tape, Hot Glue and Needle and Thread. The dress features large roses on a removable skirt with a halter style top. The dress converts to a short party dress.
Third Place Winner
This year's third place winner is Carol Touchstone, owner and creative force behind "Bohemian Style, an upscale consignment boutique in Ft. Lauderdale, FL. She is an interior designer and fashion stylist as well as a published author.
Her dress is named "Coastal Wave". She drew inspiration from her love of the ocean and wanted to create movement on the piece. Her dress features a support hoop under the dress, asymmetrical accordion pleats and appliques. She used 30 total rolls of Charmin including Charmin Basic, Charmin Ultra Soft, Vintage pink Charmin from etsy.com, Mod Podge glue, Scotch tape, Clear packing tape, double sided tape, white glue and needle and thread. She receives a $500 prize for her submittal.
Laura Gawne and partner Susan Bain who operate the website on saving money on weddings, base the contest on the popular bridal shower game. Cheap-Chic-Weddings.com asked their readers to create wedding gowns using toilet paper, tape and/or glue. Entrants were allowed to sew as well.
"The top dresses this year showed incredible attention to detail." Said Laura Gawne. Susan Bain added, "Our contestants amaze us year after year, and this year is no exception!"
The Ninth Annual Cheap Chic Weddings "Toilet Paper Wedding Dress Contest" was sponsored by Charmin. They also welcomed new sponsors Idoweddingrunners.com and Womengettingfit.com. The winners were announced at an event hosted by RK Bridal in New York City. Dresses were judged on Creativity, Originality, Beauty and the use of Toilet Paper.
Photos from the contest and money saving ideas for planning your wedding can be found at http://www.cheap-chic-weddings.com/wedding-contest-2013.html.
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- Video: SMR We pray from Bauffe Chapel
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- PUENTE LATINOAMERICANO MEX-GUATEMALA/ ColPaPe SMR Nov 2018 - Enero 2019
- Puente Latinoamericano: celebrando los 200 años de Emilia de Oultremont
- Visita General ColPaPe 2017
- 11th OCTOBER 1818 – 11th OCTOBER 2018 I consider it a special gift of God to celebrate the 200th anniversary of the birth of Our Mother Foundress, whilst preparing our 2019 General Chapter.
- Mi experiencia en Casa Betannia: ...fue la primera vez que tuve un contacto tan cercano con la realidad tan dura que afronta la gente en diversas partes del planeta, que hacen crecer a cualquiera como persona...
- VOLUNTARIADO SMR - PROYECTO CASA BETANIA 2018, LA ENSENADA: ...Me siento afortunada de haber podido participar en este proyecto...
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|General Chapter - May 9
"Dare to create another society." With these words and the image of the Good Samaritan, given to us during morning prayer on May 9th by our sisters from Madagascar, we began a journey into "internationality". Without moving around too much in the room, we organized ourselves into small language groups to tell each other why we think internationality is important among us here at the General Chapter and among us, sisters of Mary Reparatrix today.
After the break, Dolores read some excerpts from the talk that Pope Frances gave to the 800 members of the USIG gathered in Rome this week. The Pope stressed three points: the centrality of Jesus Christ whom we know from the Gospel; authority as service and feeling with and in the Church. Pope Frances thanked religious for their work and said that he keeps us in his prayers, especially the elderly and young among us.
Immediately after hearing from the Pope, Piluca invited us to meet in groups based on our age to share our aspirations, calls and dreams in view of our call to live "internationality" today as SMR. We used images in the plenary session to give our group reports. They were photographed and projected on screens one by one so that everyone could see them. Then sisters who had not created the particular image being shown were asked to share what they saw. It was enriching, amusing and enlightening to hear what struck them. Then the secretary of the group gave a verbal report to explain what was behind the creation of that image.
Up to this point in the day, we had been focusing on SMR internationality. At 3:30, against a musical background, with the help of images of diverse and impoverished people we entered into the reality of the world as a whole. Immediately afterwards, we were back into the mundane work of the Chapter as we voted to approve the minutes for the past week.
During the rest of the afternoon, we worked on Life-Style; Charism Promotion and Formation-Education in three groups of mixed language. Now we are getting down to brass tacks!


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Wednesday, February 13, 2013
Atlas Genius- Trojans
Trojans- Atlas Genius from celia rowlson-hall on Vimeo.
Back in December I worked on a music video Directed by Celia Rowlson Hall for a band called Atlas Genius which I styled and stared in as well! Although I didn't do too much real acting, it was my first time really being in front of a camera that wasn't just taking photos, and it was a load of fun! I used all my own clothing to style myself, and took advantage of my job and styled my on screen ex-boyfriend with duds from Beacon's Closet. So please check it out! I am quite proud, and it was so lovely to work with Celia, she's a super talented lady with great vision and so easy to work with.
10 comments:
- Unknown said...
Oh crazy! I love this song! That's so awesome that you were in and worked on the video! It looks great -- congrats!
- February 13, 2013 at 10:55 AM
- Babes in Thriftland said...
I love this song too! You did such an awesome job! What a cool video. Congrats!
- February 13, 2013 at 12:55 PM
- Christina Catherine said...
Emily! That was amazing—your acting was so subtle and natural. I loved how the clothes became an integral part of the narrative, so kudos for styling, too!
- February 13, 2013 at 5:01 PM
- SoFashionistica said...
I love this song! You did such a great job as the girlfriend! Oh and the ex-boyfriends outfits were great!
- February 13, 2013 at 5:21 PM
- Photostorming said...
I love it!!!! You act very well:)
I desire to take your conceptual pictures so much:) I'll come to NYC this summer. Looking forward to it!
- February 15, 2013 at 9:52 AM
- Ani Barrington said...
I've just recently gotten into this band cause they're all over Sirus XM's Alt Nation station. This is too cool!
- February 16, 2013 at 8:59 PM
- Aimée / The Lost Girl said...
amazing music video! You were fabulous! great music too!
Aimée x
- February 17, 2013 at 6:04 AM
Hey where are these alley ways? They look so familiar!
- February 18, 2013 at 12:05 PM
- Mariel said...
Hi Emily! You're one of my fav bloggers and I absolutely love the way you styled this video! So much outfit inspiration! I especially love the red cardigan with the printed blouse and matching red bow... so cute! Anyways, just wanted to tell you job well done! Hope you are well!
- February 18, 2013 at 1:48 PM
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Seven Games That Let You Enter the World of Breaking Bad as a Player
Spring is here and the final eight episodes of Breaking Bad are just around the corner. So what to do until summer? Why not get in on the action yourself with revisit some online Breaking Bad games from the past five seasons. See more details below.
Breaking Bad – The Interrogation Graphic Novel Adventure Game
There's an art to interrogation — an art that DEA Agent Hank Schrader has mastered. But how about you? Here's your chance to find out: Assume the role of Hank in this Breaking Bad mystery game. Can you break the suspect before he lawyers up? One way to find out…
Breaking Bad – The Cost of Doing Business Graphic Novel Adventure Game
The streets of ABQ are dangerous. Just ask Jesse Pinkman. Think you could do better? Put your criminal wits to the test: Play as Jesse and see if you can get past shady lawyers, drug-addled prostitutes and dangerous thugs without getting killed. Good luck!
Criminal Aptitude Personality Test
Sure, you're an upstanding citizen for the moment. But if you broke bad, what kind of a crook would you be: A cocky DEA snitch or a shoplifter with a tendency toward vandalism? Take the Criminal Aptitude Test and in seven questions, you'll discover your personal pathway to prison.
ABQ's Baddest Criminals Tournament
Which lawbreaker has what it takes to top the DEA's Most Wanted list? Does Tortuga sport a longer rap sheet than Tuco? Is Saul Goodman a sleazier suit than Ken Wins? Vote in www.amc.com's rap sheet tournament and help decide who breaks baddest.
Gale Boetticher's Interactive Case File
In Season 4, a convalescent Hank investigates the murder of Gale Boetticher. You too can sift through the evidence and see how he linked an industrial filter manual to a superlab hidden in a laundry facility. (Don't miss Gale's karaoke rendition of Peter "Major Tom.")
Go Fring Yourself App
A muted bell is tapped until a blinding explosion. Suddenly, Gustavo Fring is no more. Ever wondered what it felt like to be Gus in his final moment? Of course you have! Now you can experience the Chicken Man's last day on Earth via GoFringYourself.com.
DEA Evidence Board
How does Madrigal Electromotive's Herr Schuler connect to a bombed-out nursing home? Where do Don Eladio and Tio fit into a criminal organization helmed by an upstanding local businessman? Get a closer look at Hank's leading suspects and trace every connection yourself.
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Tuesday, 7 August 2012
language/Langue Grammaire et tout le reste....
I have had a very busy summer. WAYYY busier then I thought.
I knew implementing Montessori at home was going to be work, but I didn't think it would be *that* much. Granted, it took me a while to really figure out HOW I was going to go about this. I read a lot, and thought a lot about it. but I feel happy with how things are turning out. And it seems to be worthwhile, things are starting to take shape.
Language was the first topic I wanted to tackle. This is not my favourite topic, it is not X's favourite either. I knew it would take me a while to go through this and make sense of it all. I was right. It did take time.
But I am convinced that this is the very best way to learn grammar. I love how hands on it is. I love how it makes grammar fun, and not just very abstract. I am absolutely sure that it will work with X.
I know he has worked with some of it at his school. But not knowing exactly where he is at, I decided to go back to the beginning and review it with him. I'll follow his lead, and stop when he needs it.
So I created grammar boxes, as I have seen in many 3-6 yo albums. I'll start out with this, and see where he picks up.
I have a box for the material seen in 3-6: noun, article, adjective, verb, conjunction and preposition. The rest will be seen with the grammar and grammar filling boxes.
Noun will be the first to go. I know he knows this already, but I'll tackle it with something fun that he is used to.
I tried to put stuff he loves, guys stuff.
But the rest are also all ready to go, loaded with the first presentation.
I used dollar store boxes, and mostly objects that I found in the house.
I printed the label on label paper, so I just had to stick it to the box.
They are all in the grammar drawer, neatly tucked until we start officially:
Here are a few inspiration that helped me created these boxes:
Meg's albums
Info Montessori
Montessori for everyone
Making Montessori ours'post
A fantastic video about Montessori grammar
Libellule's post about early grammar
Cissou's many posts
Nice video here for explanation of grammar solids (I am a visual!)
Since this might go quickly, I am already ready for the next part of this which is the 6-9 presentation of grammar. I'll talk about this in another post, as it will take one on it's own...
You can find the link to the labels at the bottom of the post, but they are in french :)
Lorsque j'ai pris la décision de suivre la pédagogie Montessori pour l'école, je savais que ça demanderai du travail. Mais pas autant que ça. Bien entendu, j'ai cogité longtemps sur la façon que je voudrais qu'on fonctionne, et je crois que mes idées sont maintenant claires à ce sujet. Mais malgré cette réflexion, la production de matériel est prenante...
J'avais décidé de commencer avec le matériel de langue: ce n'est pas mon sujet préféré, ce n'est certainement pas le sujet préféré de X...Et donc, oui, ça m'a pris du temps à lire, comprendre et intégrer tout ça.
Mais je crois que ça en vaut largement la chandelle. Je crois que la grammaire Montessori est LA façon d'apprendre ce matériel d'une façon intéressante, et qui va permettre une rétention à long terme.
Je sais que X a déjà vu certaines de ces choses. Mais ne sachant pas exactement où il en est, j'ai décidé de repartir du début. Au pire, ça ira plus vite au début, et ça lui fera une révision.
J'ai donc monté ces boites de grammaire, qui sont inspirée du matériel 3-6 ans. Allez voir les différents liens que j,ai mis en haut. Certains sont en français, d'autres en anglais.
Je commencerai par la boîte de nom. Je sais que X est familier avec ça. Mais ça permettra qu'il se familiarise avec notre méthode de travail. On verra la vitesse auquel on passera au travers les autres boîtes.
Une fois celles-ci terminées, j'enclencherai avec les boites de grammaires version 6-9 ans. Elles sont prêtes, mais elle mérite un billet à elles seules...
Les boites viennent du magasin à 1$ du coin. J'y ai collé des étiquettes faite dans Word, et imprimée sur des étiquettes 81/2" x 11" et coupée à la bonne dimension.
Les étiquettes sont trouvables ici
La dernière image est celle des boîtes dans leur rangement, prête à être explorées!
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- Anonymous7 August 2012 at 22:51
Oooh so pretty and beautifully lined up :dReplyDelete
I used to teach literacy and learning support to high school students (13-18yrs) and a solid foundation in grammar is so important. These little boxes are fabulous, very hands-on and relevant. I also like how they have the option of letting X fill them independently as his understanding improves, a great way to reinforce what he has learnt.
These are truly beautiful Neptune. I have also been having a think about how our homeschooling will look, Jack is still 3 so I am happy with our open approach at the moment but I am still thinking about specifics like grammar for when he is ready.
Thank you Kate!ReplyDelete
I am convinced this is the way to go. I like how it has an open ended side to it (and I will leave him explore them to his own pace, and explore them the way he wants as long as his work is thoughtful and productive)
From my experience, it is not too early to think about how you want to go on with homeschooling. I would have liked to have one more year to read on more, and try things to see what really works with us in the context of schoolwork and not just exploration KWIM?
I can't wait to start!
- Anonymous21 August 2012 at 05:32
Those boxes look gorgeous! Very inspiring. Thanks for sharing!ReplyDelete


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VIDEO: Vauxhall Corsa - a quality meme
The Vauxhall Corsa is as much a part of the fabric of British life as lacklustre sandwiches or arguing about Brexit. We're at the point now where it probably doesn't matter whether it's any good or not - it's become an automotive meme.
Hit play above to get Mark's take on it.
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soldierboy000 on 23 October 2017Well for me it is a toss up between the Polo and the C3, did i really type that?
Alan Barnes on 23 October 2017?
NickNike on 23 October 2017Cheap? When were Vauxhall's ever cheap? That ambient noise sounded high in the video. And safety ratings are nothing special, ah, but it is supposedly cheap. Does that make it's average safety ratings acceptable then? Especially in a small car, I would want safety maximised. If its a Vauxhall it will be one of the worst engineered cars available in the UK. You even show two other makes that are better. The motoring horror stories I have heard in my 50 years on the road usually involve a Vauxhall. And check-out the recalls. They're usually on the list and specialise in spontaneous combustion. I think they sell well because people think they are buying a British made car (being patriotic), when it has belonged to GM for decades. They sell well because a significant number of Brits are brain dead m****s. There are loads of other makes that are far better engineered and much better vale. If I wanted a small car, I would go visit a particular manufacturer, and it 'ain't Vauxhall..
momagic on 24 October 2017Mark's right. They're now surprisingly good. Years ago we inherited an older Corsa as a second car. It was my late father in laws, and it was terrible in just about every way. Came to buy a new small hatchback last year and I was pushing for a Fiesta, probably thought a Polo would be the better compromise, but out of loyalty my wife bought a new Corsa. And it's fine. As Mark says it's pitched between the Fiesta and Polo dynamically. Steering is a little lifeless but the chassis is very good. There's a rough bit of road near me where a level crossing feeds into some really corrugated tarmac, and you can feel the dampers doing their job. I've had much more expensive cars caught out here. Money's been spent on that chassis. I still don't get on with Vauxhall seats but it's refined, spacious, and excellent value. Mind you two electrical niggles so far so it retains some traditional Vauxhall traits,


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More reasons to love the Icelandic 😉
More reasons to love the Icelandic 😉
ICELAND. No news from Iceland?… why? How come we hear everything that happens in Egypt but no news about what's happening in Iceland:
In Iceland, the people has made the government resign, the primary banks have been nationalized, it was decided to not pay the debt that these created with Great Britain and Holland due to their bad financial politics and a public assembly has been created to rewrite the constitution.
And all of this in a peaceful way. A whole revolution against the powers that have created the current global crisis. This is why there hasn't been any publicity during the last two years: What would happen if the rest of the EU citizens took this as an example? What would happen if the US citizens took this as an example.
This is a summary of the facts:
2008. The main bank of the country is nationalized.
The Krona, the currency of Iceland devaluates and the stock market stops. The country is in bankruptcy
2008. The citizens protest in front of parliament and manage to get new elections that make the resignation of the prime minister and his whole government.
The country is in bad economic situation.
A law proposes paying back the debt to Great Britain and Holland through the payment of 3,500 million euros, which will be paid by the people of Iceland monthly during the next 15 years, with a 5.5% interest.
2010. The people go out in the streets and demand a referendum. In January 2010 the president denies the approval and announces a popular meeting.
In March the referendum and the denial of payment is voted in by 93%. Meanwhile the government has initiated an investigation to bring to justice those responsible for the crisis, and many high level executives and bankers are arrested. The Interpol dictates an order that make all the implicated parties leave the country.
In this crisis an assembly is elected to rewrite a new Constitution which can include the lessons learned from this, and which will substitute the current one (a copy of the Danish Constitution).
25 citizens are chosen, with no political affiliation, out of the 522 candidates. For candidacy all that was needed was to be an adult and have the support of 30 people. The constitutional assembly starts in February of 2011 to present the 'carta magna' from the recommendations given by the different assemblies happening throughout the country. It must be approved by the current Parliament and by the one constituted through the next legislative elections.
So in summary of the Icelandic revolution:
-resignation of the whole government
-nationalization of the bank.
-referendum so that the people can decide over the economic decisions.
-incarcerating the responsible parties
-rewriting of the constitution by its people
Have we been informed of this through the media?
Has any political program in radio or TV commented on this?
No! The Icelandic people have been able to show that there is a way to beat the system and has given a democracy lesson to the world.
Thanks to Repeace for this post. Respect.
Another media black-out exposed. The powers-that-be don't want you to know that this is happening for fear that it might set a precedent – a situation that could bring down the global financial elite. Iceland is refusing to play ball…
From The South African Civil Society Information Service:
"Protests and riots continued, eventually forcing the government to resign. Elections were brought forward to April 2009, resulting in a left-wing coalition which condemned the neoliberal economic system, but immediately gave in to its demands that Iceland pay off a total of three and a half million Euros. This required each Icelandic citizen to pay 100 Euros a month (or about $130) for fifteen years, at 5.5% interest, to pay off a debt incurred by private parties vis a vis other private parties. It was the straw that broke the reindeer's back.
What happened next was extraordinary. The belief that citizens had to pay for the mistakes of a financial monopoly, that an entire nation must be taxed to pay off private debts was shattered, transforming the relationship between citizens and their political institutions and eventually driving Iceland's leaders to the side of their constituents. The Head of State, Olafur Ragnar Grimsson, refused to ratify the law that would have made Iceland's citizens responsible for its bankers' debts, and accepted calls for a referendum…"


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Hey, ho, let's go, guys, gays, goils and goyim! It's me, Bru-Hed, "America's Favorite Blockhead" (TM), here to bring you wit with a side of wisdom. Memorial Day is this weekend in America, so make sure you lame slacker types wear your Red, White and Blue to honor our vets who fought and died just to keep your lazy ass free and full of beer! I'll be wearing my Stars 'n' Strips boxers along with my Uncle Sam outfit, sucking on a Bomb Pop while lighting a sparkler and using it to set fire to photos of terrorists, commies, socialists and vegetarians. All while drinking Billy Beer!
Now let's get to your lame-o letters…
Beer Abby:
Did you see the new BATTLESHIP movie yet? If not, are you? Trailer looks awesome.
Liam N.
Belfaster, Ireland
Dear Liam:
You mean, "TRANSFORMERS ON THE WATER"? I ain't seeing that game-as-movie crap. Remember the movie CLUE? That sucked. (I hear they're doing yet another version. Yeah, good idea.) Granted, the TWISTER movie was pretty good, but I swear they never played the game once in that flick! Too many tornadoes for some reason. Now if they made a STRATEGO war movie, that might be cool. But I sure as hell ain't seeing CANDYLAND (unless it's about strippers). And I sure don't wanna see the YAHTZEE movie, or HUNGRY, HUNGRY HIPPOS, OPERATION, JINGA, PICTIONARY, OUTBURST, SCRABBLE, APPLES TO APPLES or pretty much any other dumbass board games.
When they make a PINOCHLE movie, I'll stop going to the theater altogether!
Hey Bru:
What did you think of Tim Burton's DARK SHADOWS? Wasn't Johnny Depp just dreamy as Barnabas?
Angie Jolie
Collinspoot, ME
Hey, Angie:
I wouldn't say Depp was "dreamy" ("nightmarey", yes), but it was a pretty good flick. Some parts were hilarious (Depp feasting on the hippies), some were hilarious AND hot as hell (the love scene between Depp and ample alabaster-boobed Eva Green), and others were just plain cool (Alice Cooper!). So yeah, I'd see it.
Woulda been a lot better with nudity, tho.
Beer Abby–
Why did Tony DeZuniga and Ernie Chan pass away within a week of each other? They were both awesome Filipino artists and nice guys.
P. Noy
Manilla, Philippines
Dear P.–
Yeah, I heard about that from Pascale. That sucked. I know they both drew hot women! Mike bought me Ernie's pinup book, WENCH #1, and I had it laminated. Great stuff. I admire anyone who can draw hot women and muscular hero-type guys like me. Shame. But hey, we'll always have their artwork!
Dear Mr. Hed:
I got company coming over for Memorial Day weekend and need to really clean house. Any tips?
Brawny Guy
Pacific, GA
Dear Guy:
Sure. Here's a few:
–Use silver polish to remove crayon marks from tile or linoleum floors.
–Nail polish remover can take off paint splatters on tiled floors if you rub it in.
–Gotta wipe down kitchen or bath walls in a hurry? Use a sponge mop with a little detergent.
–You can clean a clogges shower head with soapy warm water; if it's removable, you can soak it in vinegar.
–Wanna avoid steaming up the bathroom when taking a bath? Fill the first two inches of the tub with cold water before the hot. Steamed up after a shower? Run cold water full blast to dissipate the steam.
–Stinky sinks? Pour hot salt water down drains in bath or kitchen several times a week to keep 'em fresh and not nasty.
–To keep cloth shower curtains from getting mildewy in the humid summer, soak 'em in a salt water solution before hanging them. Got small midew on 'em? Baking soda works. Got a lot? Wash in hot suds and then rub with a lemon. It woiks.
–Stubborn dark nasty toilet stains (like mine)? Lighter fluid gets 'em off. (Just don't smoke while yer using it!) For water-rust stains on sinks and tubs, rub with Borax, sprinkled with lemon.
Yer welcome!
Well, vacation's comin' soon so here's one more:
Beer Abby:
Did you see Kloe Kardashian's beautiful baby boy Mason?
A. Yenta
Vicarious, VA
Dear A.:
Hell no! I can't watch that show. I tried, even with the sound (and my pants) off, but I couldn't last. I'll look at Kim's bod on the Net but that's it. As for Mason, what decent parent names their kid after a stupid canning jar? Ugh.
Anyway, time to fire up the grill, throw on some dogs, burgers, steaks and bacon along with fries, tater-tots and chips! What'll YOU have?
Support the troops,
DISCLAIMER: Bru-Hed is not a licensed lion tamer or baby namer. No advice is given or implied unless it saves you and makes you generous. All information herein is meant for entertainment pissing off Democrats only. Any material sent to us becomes the property of Schism Comics and All Ages Media, and will be considered for publication. No guarantees unless you send one of Kim's bras or panties (used of course). We reserve the right to edit all letters for space and humor, and insert any of the latter if you're not a fan of Filipino fantasy art. Bru-Hed created by Mike Pascale. Artwork by M.P. and/or Dean Armstrong. Nothing may be reproduced in any way by you or Snooki. Contents copyright 2012 All Ages Media/Mike Pascale. "Bru-Hed", "America's Favorite Blockhead" and all likenesses thereof are trademarks of Schism Comics/All Ages Media. Seriously, thanks to all the veterans out there over the years. Your sacrifices are never forgotten!


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If You Want Quick Tips Regarding Making Money Online, This Article Is It
A lot of people have started looking towards the Internet to develop ways to make an income these days. Not all online work is on the up and up. You have to have some clue to what you go about doing if you really want to be successful on the Internet. Read on for tips and ideas.
Be careful about online income scams. While there are a plethora of opportunities for you to make money, some are less than savory. Read reviews of any plan you want to implement in your online strategy before you sign on the dotted line for anything.
Figure out the niche that you are in first. Do you have good writing skills? Think about becoming a content writer. Are you good at making graphics? Many people may be willing to hire you to design or work on their documents or websites. Do not hesitate to look inward.
If you like writing, give InfoBarrel or Squidoo a try. These sites will allow you to write about whatever you want and you will get a cut of incoming revenue. Even better, you can use Amazon affiliate opportunities on these sites to make even more.
If you find a company online that you want to work for and you know for a fact they are legitimate, expect that they will ask you for your ID and SSN number before you start working. A lot of places ask for your identification prior to working for them. This will prove that you are who you say.
You may find tutoring to be a suitable online endeavor. You can teach people online and work from your home. If you are well-versed in a particular area, it is possible for you to become a tutor via a website such as TutorVista or SmartThinking. If you perform well, you could open up more opportunities.
Search Google to learn about making money online. This will give you a wide range of options that you can undertake. When you find something interesting, search reviews about the company. Exercise caution so that you do not get ripped off.
Don't pay money to start earning money online. No legitimate company or business will ask you for money to start working for them. Instead, they're just a scam. Avoid companies such as these.
Find several methods for bringing in money on the Internet. You never know when one stream will dry up and you'll need to count on another. Things that work today might not work tomorrow. Diversify so that you are acquiring income from a variety of sources. This will keep you safe throughout the whole process.
As you could see, there are lots of opportunities in making money online. If you know how to do it properly, you can succeed at earning additional income. You may even find that you no longer need your regular job to support yourself. Learn the things that you can about making cash online and you can start making money today.…


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"A university professor went to visit a famous Zen master. While the master quietly served tea, the professor talked about Zen. The master poured the visitor's cup to the brim, and then kept pouring. The professor watched the overflowing cup until he could no longer restrain himself. "It's full! No more will go in!" the professor blurted. "This is you," the master replied, "How can I show you Zen unless you first empty your cup."
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Educators Mustering Aid for Haiti Earthquake Victims
January 14, 2010 — The international educators union, Education International, concerned about the humanitarian impact of the devastating earthquake which struck Haiti earlier this week, has launched a special fund for the families of teachers affected.
The International Solidarity Fund will also help support the Haitian teachers union — the Confédération National des Enseignants d'Haïti — as it tries in the coming weeks and months to re-establish its work of caring for teachers and promoting education.
Communication with those in the country has been extremely difficult due to the wide-scale destruction, but Education International officials say they persist in trying to establish contact with colleagues in Haiti. Initial reports suggest that the destruction and loss of life is considerable.
The Haiti Press Network reports that many school buildings have collapsed and that hundreds of students are trapped under the rubble. The President of Haiti, René Préval, has described a bleak situation to The Miami Herald, saying, "Schools have collapsed. There are a lot of schools that have a lot of dead people in them."
National Education Association Executive Director John Wilson shared the concerns felt by member educators around the country.
"We are all concerned about the plight of our brothers and sisters in Haiti," he said. The Education International Solidarity Fund channels support directly to CNEH members in Haiti who have been hit hard by this earthquake. The funds are managed by Education International; disbursements will be made first to secure lives and second to support the resumption of education. This is a safe way to ensure that relief funds go directly to teachers and positively support children.
Checks can be made out to the National Education Association; which will be forwarded directly to EI for humanitarian assistance to CNEH. These can be sent to:
Haiti Earthquake Recovery
National Education Association
1201 16th Street NW, Suite 614
Washington DC 20036
At the local level, NEA members are lending a hand.
Kevin Deely, an English teacher and NEA leader in Easton, Pennsylvania, contacted members of the Eastern Area Education Association to begin brainstorming the most efficient way to raise money.
"If we can't be on the ground, we definitely want to help in whatever way we can," said Deely.
White House officials on Thursday shared resources for monitoring the situation in Haiti and aiding in the relief efforts. For the most up to date information throughout the coming days, they are referring citizens to http://www.whitehouse.gov/HaitiEarthquake.
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The bronzy tones of vintage-style chain and filigree complement a faceted crystal bead.
pair of earrings
1. Cut a 1 1/2 in. (3.8 cm) piece of wire, and make a plain loop.
2. Cut three 1 3/4 in. (4.4 cm) pieces of chain. Open the plain loop, and attach a central link of each chain so that it hangs at two lengths. Close the loop.
3. String five 8/0 seed beads, an 18 mm crystal, and a filigree bead cap (PHOTO, right). Snug up the bead cap, crystal, and plain loop, hiding the seed beads inside the crystal. Make a plain loop.
4. Cut a 1 3/4 in. (4.4 cm) piece of wire, and make a wrapped loop. String a 6 mm copper bead, and make a wrapped loop.
5. Open the plain loop at the top of the crystal unit, and attach it to one of the wrapped loops. Close the loop. Open the loop of an earring finding, and attach it to the other wrapped loop. Close the loop.
6. Make a second earring.
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Competitive Analysis for M & A
Another important use of competitive analysis is to gather valuable information for Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A), to find companies that would make good potential acquisitions for or purchasers of your company. This same activity can have a different outcome from an actual merger or acquisition. It could be 'M&A lite,' such as a strategic alliance or partnership that strengthens your product in a new sales channel or adds competitive functionality. And looking for new functionality, then figuring out how to put it in the product, whether by developing it internally, embedding another company's technology, or partnering, falls right smack into the area of responsibility of a Product Manager. Read Jacques Murphy's Competitive Analysis for M&A.
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The Drake Hotel Sign
Erik Sine posted a topic in General Message BoardTheir at it again. There is always a place and application for all light sources but... The Drake Hotel Brings Light To Going Green http://www.travelmole.com/news_feature.php?news_id=2007827 "...The Drake Hotel and Olympic Signs of Lombard have teamed up to create green energy you can see. The Chicago landmark neon sign will be replaced with environmentally friendly Sloan LED lighting. Licensed by the EPA, Olympic Signs will dispose of the antiquated neon piping that used to adorn the 20ft "The Drake" sign. Thus, neon's 70 year run illuminating Lake Shore Drive officially ends. The new and improved sign will be the first of its kind. Olympic Signs President Robert Whitehead, whose company is known for green energy, has lead his team in the production of a new mold, a new source of energy and a new spin on an old goal: reduce, reuse and recycle. The original "The Drake" sign will be refurbished; essentially Whitehead's team will restore the background metal to its former glory. The neon piping will be recycled per EPA standards and the new lights will reduce the amount of energy the hotel needs to light "The Drake"...." ======================== If this is going to be another retrofit some neon gas pumped tubes to LED then The Drake should get ready for failure. We all remember the Genesee Beer debacle that we kicked around here a couple of years ago. Again, why retrofit something that's already in place? Just re-engineer the transformers and re-pump or retrofit with newer lamps. But Olympic Signs thinks they are saving the world from evil and curing cancer at the same time and one LED at a time. Olympic Signs say that LEDs over neon only cost 25% higher and that the sign user can make up for it in 10 months in energy consumption costs. Really? Genesee Beer had all kinds of issues from the start to the end, and if what I'm hearing is accurate they still continue today. Lets review those figures we came up with on that sign. Neon Project @ 380 linear feet 3.6 watts per foot x 380 linear feet = 1,368 watts $719.00 annual cost of operation @12 hrs a day for 365 days a year 11 Transformers = $990.00 New Wholesale Glass = $1,710.00 ****Much cheaper on glass cost for just adding new electrodes to old glass Total $2,700.00 SloanLED Flexibrite @380 linear feet 2.8 watts per foot x 380 feet = 1,064 watts $532.60 annual cost of operation @ 12 hrs a day for 365 days a year 22 Power Sources = $1,914.00 SloanLED Flexibrite = $7,075.00 ***Does not include the price of glue, clips, and caps and wiring Total $8,985.00 ROI: 48 years Hardly 10 months. But if Drake Hotel doesn't care about smart business sense and they just want to "pose" as a fictitious guise of been an earth saver by putting up a different light source among other things then hell, SPEND by all means. Sounds like they found the right sign company who will feed their ideology. I'm not hatin!! Money in hand and job is sold. Just don't remove a light source that does not degrade in light output, or be able to retrofit one with one that won't (Neon Gas)....with one that will and say it's better or better for the environment. Because it's not! Just sell it as what it is, an alternative to using Neon Lamps, not "Green energy you can see". Does Olympic not know Neon NOW is recognized as "Green" by UL? Last I looked it TOO has a UL Green Leaf stamp of wacko environmentalist approval A 70 Year old classic sign, The Drake has been a landmark....what a shame. Hope it works out for them


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MAH-JONG FIGHT CLUB (Pachinko) by Konami Amusement
Today, we will be introducing a pachinko machine of a highly popular mahjong game "Mahjong Fight Club".
A lot of professional mahjong players belonging to Japan Professional Mahjong League will make their appearance.
First, let's aim for a jackpot called "Fight Club Rush" by aligning the numbers.
During this "Fight Club Rush", the jackpot will continue if the player wins within 4 turns.
Number of winning balls differs by yaku (the winning hands), so pray for a big hand.
Also, hot and sexy photos of popular female mahjong professionals such as Nikaido sisters and Mari Takamiya are loaded.
It is expected to make its debut in June.Don't miss it!
MAHJONG FIGHT CLUB (Pachislot) by KPE
Today, we will be introducing a slot machine of highly popular mahjong game, "Mah-jong Fight Club"!!
A lot of professional mahjong players belonging to Japan Professional Mahjong League make their appearances on the screen.
Since the battle situation changes depending on the play mode, you get to feel like you are really playing mahjong!!
You also get to enjoy swimwear photoshoots of Mari Takamiya, who is a professional mahjong player as well as bikini model.
When you win against top 4 professionals, hope for a huge jackpot!!
It is already being played at the parlor.If you like mahjong, rush to the parlor now!!
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Mahjong Kiden (Pachinko) by Sansei R&D
Today we will introduce Mahjong Kiden, a battle pachinko machine featuring a large number of famous voice actors.
Famous voice actors like Aki Toyosaki, the voice of K-ON!'s Yui Hirasawa, and Aya Hirano, the voice of Haruhi Suzumiya from The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya.
Not only that, it features pro Mahjong players to help boost the level of excitement.
Also, when you hit a jackpot there is a good chance you will get two or more jackpots in what is dubbed the "V.V. Loop System"!
Experience the bliss of self sustaining jackpots! The awaited arrival is set for February 2nd. Try it out at a nearby pachikno parlor!!


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When Steven Soderbergh releases his next film on January 27, it will have not only the critics squawking, but Hollywood studio execs, too. Bubble, an all-digital thriller, is set in an Ohio doll factory, and all of the actors are completely unknown. But that's not even the interesting part. The movie goes out to theaters, DVD, and high-definition cable TV – all on the same day. It's an experiment that threatens to uproot the film industry's long-standing "release window" formula, which staggers a picture's release on various platforms to maximize profits. Wired caught up with Soderbergh, director of sex, lies, and videotape, Traffic, and Ocean's Eleven, while he was in Los Angeles shooting The Good German, with George Clooney and Cate Blanchett.
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WIRED: Why did you decide to release Bubble in all formats at once? SODERBERGH: Name any big-title movie that's come out in the last four years. It has been available in all formats on the day of release. It's called piracy. Peter Jackson's Lord of the Rings, Ocean's Eleven, and Ocean's Twelve – I saw them on Canal Street on opening day. Simultaneous release is already here. We're just trying to gain control over it.
So this is a way to combat piracy? It can be. Warner Bros. has talked about going out with low-cost DVDs simultaneously in China because piracy is so huge there. It will be a while before bigger movies go out in all formats; in five years, everything will.
Will people keep going to theaters? Always. You're going to see attendance plateau a bit, but it's still the number one date destination. That's never going away.
Have you been to the movies recently? I tried to go to a theater yesterday, but the fire alarm went off. The theater experience isn't always pleasant. Theater owners need to address that. There are often problems with projection; tickets and concessions are expensive; theaters aren't always clean; people talk during the movie. They're making it easy for people to stay home.
What's the reaction in Hollywood to your release experiment? People are waiting to see what happens. A movie that costs only $1.6 million doesn't have to be a cultural event to turn a profit.
What's the biggest impact technology is having on filmmaking? When the changeover from film to digital happens in theaters in five or 10 years, you're going to see name filmmakers self-distributing. Another thing that really excites me: I'd like to do multiple versions of the same film. I often do very radical cuts of my own films just to experiment, shake things up, and see if anything comes of it. I think it would be really interesting to have a movie out in release and then, just a few weeks later say, "Here's version 2.0, recut, rescored." The other version is still out there – people can see either or both. For instance, right now I know I could do two very different versions of The Good German.
Have you ever used BitTorrent or other software to download movies? No. I know about it, but I haven't even downloaded music. I'm behind the curve.
Should hardware manufacturers be obligated to build copy protection into their devices? It's a tricky question. I don't think somebody who creates something should have their rights violated. Yet we have a culture in which creating something like [Danger Mouse's] The Grey Album can get you thrown in jail. That's sad. It's an astonishing, amazing piece of work that should be heard.
Have you thought about making a mash-up? I have ideas like that – video mash-ups. Some of them I've done privately. But there's no way for them to be seen legally. I wish we could come up with a system that allowed someone to do a Grey Album without having to pay millions of dollars for music rights. A system in which rights holders share profits of a new piece of work and people can access it without breaking the law.
Give me one idea for a video mash-up. I was channel surfing the other night and Gus Van Sant's Psycho was on. It would be fascinating to do a mash-up of Gus' version with Hitchcock's version, because the whole thing with Gus' version was that he duplicated the original shot by shot.
I'd watch that! Yeah! So right now, I could do that at home and give it to a friend, just as something for them to watch on a Friday night. But we don't live in a world where that can be made commercially available. So it goes underground. And underground is just a sexier word for illegal. It's frustrating.
You shot Bubble with the same kind of high-end digital cinema cameras that George Lucas used for Revenge of the Sith, but the results couldn't be more different. Instead of flashy effects, there's a stripped-down naturalism. We wanted to do site-specific films. You hear that term used for other art forms, but not for cinema. The writer and I come up with a basic premise, go to a location, and the people fill it up. We interview people, incorporate their stories, try to make it as organic as possible. The cameras make that possible. You can shoot using available light. I sometimes ran two or three cameras at a time. In Full Frontal and K Street, I learned to take advantage of the mobility that digital provides. With Bubble, I wanted to go in the opposite direction and emphasize stillness. Because there isn't film running through the camera, you get an even more pronounced stillness. That's why you don't see much camera movement in the movie, just a lot of cuts.
With all this technology available, do you think the quality of movies is better today than 30 years ago? I think it will be better. As technology gives filmmakers more freedom, you'll see them producing work that is more unique, less beholden to the mainstream film template. That means rethinking the economics. But I'm always willing to gamble.
How are you gambling with Bubble? There are risks, and then there are risks. I'm not working in a coal mine. Still, everybody involved did it for scale pay, and everyone owns a piece of the profits.
Sounds like the financial model for a startup. Exactly. I'd be thrilled if the model works well enough for me to do that all the time.


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The Seattle Mariners have been linked to both Matt Kemp and Melky Cabrera. Both players would serve as offensive upgrades to what the club tossed out in right field a year ago. Neither is going to come cheap to the Mariners, or any other club, but each player's merits and shortcomings appear to be slipping by at least some observers.
There are similarities between the two. Each are 30 years of age. Both have recent and career-long production versus left-handed pitching and both play the outfield. Neither plays the outfield well, however, but that is another similarity.
Kemp is a better offensive player than is Cabrera, despite significantly higher strikeout rates and a slightly lower OBP over the past few healthy seasons. Kemp provides legitimate 30-homer pop and when healthy is a better baserunner.
Cabrera, however, may be the better glove than the more athletic Kemp, oddly enough. I say 'may' because there is one caveat; Kemp has been playing center field for most of his career and could hunker down and figure out right field if given the everyday responsibility to do so. It's also worth noting that Kemp spent a good portion of 2013 and 2014 injured; he had ankle surgery that appeared to subside midway through '14 when Kemp flipped the switch with the bat.
So there's more upside in Kemp's defense, but perhaps more risk, too, and he has more of an injury history with which to be concerned.
He's still hitting for average and posting above-average OBPs when healthy, however, and managed 25 home runs last year while he fought back from surgery, clearly playing through the injury when he wasn't 100 percent.
Kemp has another advantage over Cabrera offensively and that's his experience hitting in a pitcher's park. Cabrera spent years at Old Yankee Stadium, then did see tougher parks in Kansas City and San Francisco but his last two years have been spent in Toronto's Rogers Centre, among the more home run, double and overall hit friendly stadiums in baseball.
I'd trust a healthy Kemp over a healthy Cabrera a little more at the plate than I would Cabrera, and Kemp brings more to the table there. Kemp is a pure right-handed hitter, however, which balances out some, but not all, of the advantages in Kemp's favor. Batting left-handed at Safeco Field 60 percent of the time absolutely assists Cabrera's production versus, well, not being able to do so.
Cabrera, a switch hitter, possesses average power that plays up a tick in hitter's environments such as Rogers Centre, but it's his bat-to-ball skills that make him intriguing as a hitter.
He doesn't walk a lot — under seven percent for his career — but he also doesn't strike out much — under 12 percent for his career and just 10.8 percent a year ago. It's reasonable to expect the mid-teens power to show up, even at Safeco Field, and Cabrera should continue to hit for enough average for his moderate walk rates to keep producing solid on-base marks, at least for the next few years.
He's lost a few steps on the bases since he swiped 20 bags with the Royals in 2011 and his defense has sunk from playable in center back in 2009 to below average the past three seasons, including last season, which was a healthy one for him.
Cabrera presumably would man right field for Seattle, a position he has a little experience, but he does have good instincts, so the switch in permanent positions shouldn't create further damning production from his defense. The Mariners already have invested big money in Nelson Cruz, who also won't provide defensive value, so there'd be no hiding Cabrera at DH.
Cabrera, who posted a 2.6 fWAR a year ago, could repeat such value in 2015 and 2016, but could slide under two wins beyond that.
Cost is where the decision is made, in my opinion. Kemp may very well get back to fWAR ranges of 3.2-4.0 — it's difficult to imagine MVP levels again — but even with a reasonable amount of cash involved in a trade scenario with the Dodgers, even $25 million, he'll be due significantly more cash than will Cabrera, who is more likely to stay in the 2.0-2.5 fWAR range, if the projections on his free agent contract are in the right range of about $50-60 million.
If we assume, for argument's sake, that Kemp comes with such cash and is owed $80-85 million over the next five years, that means the Mariners likely would be paying $25-30 million for 1.5-2.0 wins, or $12-15 million per win, which is nearly twice as much as a win should cost.
In the end, that isn't the kind of money a team that wants to win should fret over, in my opinion. But Kemp costs even more than money because the Dodgers aren't going to give him away for free, and recent intel suggests the Dodgers remain in preference of keeping Kemp and trading Andre Ethier, even if it means contributing significant amounts of cash to get it done.
What that means is if a club such as Seattle wants to land Kemp, it's going to cost them and it's going to cost them dearly. Whether it includes the likes of Taijuan Walker, Brad Miller or others, landing Kemp is going to hurt the Mariners' talent pool, which mitigates some of the value Kemp would bring in the first place.
As I wrote here, the Mariners do not have pitching depth from which to trade, and while that may have changed a little bit with the addition of J.A. Happ, the left-hander is a free agent after 2015 which does nothing for the Mariners after this next season. Walker is under club control for six years.
Trading Miller, or Chris Taylor, doesn't make a lot of sense, either. The club has one shortstop and their names are Miller and Taylor. I'll say it again: The Mariners have one shortstop and their names are Miller and Taylor. Neither has established himself and the everyday answer and they complement each other well. Miller also could serve as the backup to Kyle Seager at third base, Robinson Cano at second and if he gets ample time over the offseason and in spring training, the former second-round pick could see time in the outfield to tally additional earned plate appearances.
If the Mariners make a deal for another shortstop and a mid-rotation or better starting pitcher, that changes things with Walker and one of the two shortstops, maybe both. Until then, Kemp simply is too costly, and that fact doesn't change even if the Dodgers can be enticed into making Kemp cheaper than Cabrera in annual average salary.
If, somehow, Kemp can be had without trading from the projected 25-man roster, so be it, get it done, Jack Zduriencik. But the Dodgers are in win mode, too, and if they move Kemp they're going to want significant winning assistance coming back. That's just not something the Seattle Mariners have to spare.
Despite Kemp being the better player, and perhaps fairly significantly, it's my opinion that Cabrera makes more sense for the Mariners. He'll hurt them defensively a little bit and may even warrant Cruz's presence out there that 25 percentile skipper Lloyd McClendon said he envisioned, but Kemp may be even more of a disaster than that and brings additional injury risk. Cabrera is a decent hitter and his versatility in the lineup as a capable switch hitter is intriguing.
There may be better options out there than Kemp or Cabrera, such as Justin Upton once the Braves realize they aren't getting for him what they received for Jason Heyward, but between the two, Cabrera is the slightly better idea for Seattle. Sacrificing payroll and a second-round pick versus even more payroll and three or more valuable, controllable talents is a nightmare that may severely cut the club's window of opportunity in half.
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I should learn to back my instincts more often.
I should have known that my chances of getting a South Indian tiffin at Andheri E highway, that would match the ones at Swagath at Fort or MTR at Bangalore, were very bleak. That the empty restaurant should have been a warning. That the sick stale musty oily sticky nagging odour idiosyncratic to air conditioned overly ambitious Shetty restaurants across Maharashtra which greeted me when I entered should have made me run. As should have the fat fly which dived into the dish water which they heated up and served me in a coffee cup.
I reached work early a few days back and had not had breakfast. I decided to give the sandwich in our office canteen a miss and stop at a South Indian Udipi restaurant on the highway instead. It had a chirpy red sign board with its name, Sagar, emblazoned on it. It is below the Andheri flyover. Opposite HSBC on the turn that I take to work.
Avoid it like the plague. Remember, red stands for danger.
I ordered a masala dosa.
Now I am no expert in dosas but there are probably as many varieties of dosas as there are of noodles in China – crisp ones that give in delicately in your mouth, thick soft ones, crisp on the base mushy inside ones, gossamer thin Neer dosas …dosas made of rice batter, semolina batter and so on.
What dosas shouldn't be are plastic-like discs stressing your teeth and jarring your senses. What the potato masala shouldn't be is rancid, sour and pessimistic, refusing to talk with the dosa. The sambar should be anything but the sweeter than rasagulla syrup served here. The coconut chutney was more devoid of salt than the most pristine of fresh water lakes.
And a good South Indian filter coffee should be anything than the cup of cream coloured bile served here which had less character than the average politician .
The food at Sagar pained me as a Bengali. And if you are a South Indian belonging to any of the dosa eating communities then you should take this very very personally.
All I can say is thank God for Dev at work and her pack of green tea which saved me from a day of dyspepsia and ill will against humanity.


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Arivu is an NGO established by the parents of a child with disability. We believe that Parents and Teachers are the crucial pillars in the overall development of a child. At ARIVU, we provide therapies and training to children with Autism, ADHD, learning disabilities, reading and writing issues and Mental Retardation.
Watch a snapshot into how Arivu began and how far we have come, from 2016-2019.
Arivu is a one of its kind Early Intervention Center that has designed half day and full day Therapy Programs based on New York Head start Program. The Program is based on Adaptive Behavior Analysis and we admit Special Children with Autism, Learning disabilities, Cerebral palsy, Mental Retardation and other issues under 6 years as well as 6-12 years age. Students are provided all the required therapies and included in group activities like singing, dancing, exercise, etc. This is helpful in Brain simulation and overall emotional development of the child. We are recognised for our:
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What does Christmas mean to you?
In those days Caesar Augustus issued a decree that a census should be taken of the entire Roman world…And everyone went to his own town to register. So Joseph also went up from the town of Nazareth…He went there to register with Mary, who was pledged to be married to him and was expecting a child. While they were there the time came for the baby to be born, and she gave birth to her firstborn, a son. She wrapped him in cloths and placed him in a manger, because there was no room for them in the inn. (Luke 2: 1-7)
Why do people make such a big deal about Christmas? We have parties, we give gifts, we decorate our homes, we put up lights and hold special church services. What is the purpose of it? What does it all mean?
In my home and among my close friends and family Christmas is a celebration of the birth of our Savior Jesus. His birth has been celebrated among Christians for the last 2014 years. Is there anyone else you know of whose birthday has been celebrated for that many years without fail? I certainly can't think of anyone. Since the beginning of time the years have been measured by His birth – BC (before Christ) and AD(after Christ).
My Christmas tree reminds me of my changeless and loving God. Just as the evergreen tree never changes but stays lush and beautiful all year, so also God's love for me never changes and His promises are sure.
The gifts I give remind me of God's gift to me – the gift of His only Son, Jesus. His holy life, His innocent suffering and death, and His resurrection brought freedom from sin and death, and the promise of eternal life to all believers.
The lights on my tree remind me to light up the world around me with the good news of the gospel, telling others the good news of what Jesus has done for all people.
The church services I attend are opportunities to praise and thank God for His special gift and to give him glory.
It is easy to get caught up in all the shopping, gift giving, and partying, but this Christmas, stop and take a break from all the hustle and bustle and give God the glory He deserves. Spend some quiet moments in His word. Reflect on the beautiful gift of grace He gave to us through His precious and holy Son.
Happy Birthday Jesus!
Gloria Dei! Amen.


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By your powers combined, he is Captain Planet! It's hard for me to believe that 20 years have gone by since Captain Planet and the Planeteers first aired on TBS. Two decades later and the world is still spiraling toward global environmental disaster. While we could sure use a blue-skinned, green-mulleted superhero, for now we'll just have to settle for the first season of Captain Planet and the Planeteers on DVD. Hit the jump for more.
Is it corny, stereotypical and dated? Yes, a bit of each. But sadly, the environmental issues the series raised are still as relevant today as they were in the 90s. The first episode that aired in 1990 featured Cap and the kids dealing with an oil spill reminiscent of the Exxon-Valdez disaster (obviously, the folks at BP never watched this show). So now that the kids who grew up watching Captain Planet, including yours truly, are of voting age, Cap is back in DVD form to remind you how not to screw up the planet. Hit the jump for my review.
For those who are unfamiliar with Captain Planet, here is a synopsis from the DVD release:
Guided by the ancient wisdom of Gaia and armed only with the will to do good with the strength of the Earth itself, five young Planeteers from around the globe fight to protect the planet from those ready to do it harm.
Only by working as a team will their individual powers – Earth, Fire, Wind, Water and Heart – combine to form the iconic hero known as Captain Planet. Together they will right the wrongs of the Eco-Villains and prevent future crimes against the planet – because an injustice against the Earth is an injustice against us all.
Forgive me while I reminisce a bit. As a kid I thought this show was awesome. As a twenty-something adult, I can still look past the material that's obviously dumbed down for kids and appreciate the message that TBS and DiC were trying to communicate. So even though the kids given the power rings come across a bit stereotypical and dated (most notably Linka from the Soviet Union and her horrible accent), the show broke ground by making the heroes not only kids, but kids from around the world. (Sorry Europe and Australia, maybe next time.)
This was the main hook of the show. Not the goofy superhero or the extremely archetypal villains, but the fact that the power was literally in kids' hands and it was up to them (me) to save the world. Powerful stuff!
Unfortunately, put aside the dated terminology, the obvious-90s animation and PSA-style "Planeteer Alerts" and you'll think this was a show based on current events. Deforestation, overpopulation, extinction of species of plants and animals, global warming and resource exploitation; these are all things Captain Planet warned us about in the 90s, yet we still struggle with these issues today. But I digress.
Though I didn't appreciate it as a kid, Captain Planet has a ridiculously good voice-acting cast. The most notable of the heroes are Whoopi Goldberg, who voiced Gaia, and LeVar Burton, as the voice of Kwame (and of course David Coburn as Cap himself). However, some of the villains really surprised me. Ed Asner as Hoggish Greedly and John Ratzenberger as his sidekick Rigger, not to mention Tim Curry, Jeff Goldblum, Meg Ryan, Martin Sheen and Sting, among many others. Captain Planet was a great and early example of the celebrities in Hollywood getting behind a product with an environmental message.
"Your Powers Combined: The Story of Captain Planet"
This clip explores the history of Captain Planet from Ted Turner's original idea to the realization by producers Barbara Pyle, Thom Beers and Nick Boxer. The short documentary also features such voice actors as LeVar Burton, Ed Asner and Ed Begley, Jr. It's a great look back at the creation of Captain Planet and how the series grew out of then-current events and documentaries.
They all stress the idea that Captain Planet wasn't the real hero in the series; it was the kids who had the power to change the world. They also lament the fact that the issues we face today are some of the same problems we dealt with twenty years ago. I'm also in agreement with the producers that Captain Planet should get an overhaul and a reboot for contemporary audiences. (They also try to push Ma-Ti, and his power of Heart, as the most important Planeteer. Yeah, not buying it, give me elemental powers any day. I think he spent an episode trapped in a trashcan…)
"Animated Storyboards – A Hero for Earth"
"Concept Art Galleries"
"The Captain Planet Foundation"
Though the series is in syndication, there is a movement that is inspiring kids to become good stewards for the Earth. More information can be found here. So, for a bit of nostalgia or to have an easy and entertaining way to explain environmental problems to the youth of today, pick up Season One of Captain Planet and the Planeteers today! The power is yours!


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Lessons in Songmaking
An intriguing opportunity to learn more about song performance, this masterclass features musicians from the University of Cambridge and is led by acclaimed song pianist Andrew West, who later performs in Saturday's evening concert. A chance to hear the musicians at work, the class is open to all -- and entry is free!
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A Cambridge Songbook
In a celebratory opening recital three award-winning young singers perform a book of songs by Cambridge composers past and present.
Lessons in Songmaking
Student musicians explore song performance in an open class with acclaimed pianist Andrew West.
Winter Journey
Internationally-renowned tenor Robert Murray and pianist Andrew West are joined by actor and poet Seán Street in this unique performance of Schubert's Winterreise (Winter Journey).
Folklore and Fairytales
Two Jette Parker Young Artists at the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden perform songs from Hugo Wolf's Italian Songbook.


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-nowarn (C# Compiler Options)
The -nowarn option lets you suppress the compiler from displaying one or more warnings. Separate multiple warning numbers with a comma.
Warning number(s) that you want the compiler to suppress.
You should only specify the numeric part of the warning identifier. For example, if you want to suppress CS0028, you could specify
The compiler will silently ignore warning numbers passed to
-nowarn that were valid in previous releases, but that have been removed from the compiler. For example, CS0679 was valid in the compiler in Visual Studio .NET 2002 but was subsequently removed.
The following warnings cannot be suppressed by the
-nowarn option:
Compiler Warning (level 1) CS2002
Compiler Warning (level 1) CS2023
Compiler Warning (level 1) CS2029
To set this compiler option in the Visual Studio development environment
Open the Properties page for the project. For details, see Build Page, Project Designer (C#).
Click the Build property page.
Modify the Suppress Warnings property.
For information about how to set this compiler option programmatically, see DelaySign.


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Under direct supervision, the entry level Millwork Assembler performs one or more repetitive jobs on an assembly line to produce millwork products.
Major Responsibilities:
Assembles millwork components such as doors, windows, and stairs. Processes include insertion or positioning of materials, clamping, splicing, fitting parts and use of both hand and power tools. Common woodworking environment, chop saw, table saw, nail guns, tape measure.
Plans and implements the assembly process by reading and understanding set-up sheets, work orders, drawings or blueprints and gathers necessary materials and tools to complete order.
Ensures that assembled items meet specific quality specifications; may propose process improvements in order to increase finished quality or efficiency of assembly processes.
Plans and paces own work efficiency in order to meet daily, weekly, project, or team related production goals. This position is a fast paced assembly environment.
Responds attentively to training from Supervisor or more senior assemblers in order to increase own knowledge of work processes.
Understands and observes all safety procedures and practices in order to prevent injury to self or co-workers; attends periodic safety meetings as required; may recommend changes to improve safety procedures.
Restock inventory and clean the shop on a daily basis or as directed by manager/supervisor.
Minimum education required—High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
Knowledge of and ability to use a variety hand and power tools to assemble millwork products
Must be able to read a tape measure.
Manual dexterity
Must be able to work at fast, steady pace to meet goals.
Knowledge of safety procedures while performing assembly tasks
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions
Ability to read and understand simple diagrams or blueprints
Other: Temperatures will vary. Dusty and noisy environment when operating machines and tools. Ear protection required when exposed to noise for an extended period of time. Eye protection and steel toed (safety toed) hard sole leather boots required at all times. Overtime work could be involved. Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds frequently and on occasion up to 100 pounds.


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Eating a diet rich in calcium and vitamin D is very important to keep your bones healthy and strong. Human bones which are lost and then rebuilt in tiny amounts throughout life attain peak bone density by the age of 30. However, post 30, one tends to lose slightly more bone mass than one gains.
To have a healthy bone mass and to prevent conditions like osteoporosis it is important to eat healthy. Here are a few tips:
- Boost calcium consumption: Calcium is an essential mineral for the proper development of teeth and bones. Dairy products that include yogurt, cheese, milk and green leafy vegetables like spinach and collard greens are a great source of calcium.
- Get some sunshine: Including only calcium rich food will not help improve bone density as the body won't absorb the calcium until and unless you have enough Vitamin D.
Sunlight is the best and natural source of vitamin D – also called the 'sunshine vitamin' since it s formed in the skin through exposure to ultraviolet rays from the sun. Around 15 minutes of sun exposure is enough to provide the required amount of vitamin D.
One can even boost Vitamin D by eating sea foods like shrimp, sardines, tuna, salmon; fortified cereals and egg yolks.
- Keep a check on protein intake: Too much of anything is not good. And this holds true for protein as well, which otherwise plays an important role in building healthy and strong bones. Excess of protein changes the pH balance in the body. This creates an acidic environment which can result in bone loss.
- Cut back on salt: Most of us consume much more than the recommended 2300 milligrams of sodium per day. A high intake of sodium means, more calcium is wasted through urine and sweat. Excessive sodium intake is also a risk factor for bone fragility.
- Go easy on caffeine, soda: Too much of caffeine can interfere with the body`s ability to absorb calcium. The more caffeine you consume, higher is the amount of calcium pulled into the urine. Phosphorus, in the form of flavouring agent phosphoric acid in soda also interferes with calcium absorption. Hence, moderation is the key.
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My mother got a letter from a company in Canada. The cover letter, on decent-looking stationery, and with a real signature, congratulated her for agreeing to be a secret shopper. There were three pages of instructions and an honest-to-goodness Citibank check for $1,500.
The letter said she was to cash the check, use the money to buy items at Sears, Best Buy, and a supermarket, and then rate the stores. On top of that, she could keep whatever she purchased — and get a $300 fee for her time. Sweet, no?


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Activin response is initiated by the binding of activin to a pair of specific receptors, designated as activin type I receptor (ActR-I) and activin type II receptor (ActR-II), leading to activation of ActR-I.The signal is transferred to Smad2/3 through the receptor-kinase mediated phosphorylation of Smads. The phosphorylated Smad2/3 form hetero-oligomers with Smad4, translocate to the nucleus and transactivate genes executing activin effects. Inhibitory Smads such as Smad6 and Smad7 has been reported to inhibit biological activities of TGFfbeta.In this research project, we investigated the molecular mechanisms by which activin-A induced growth arrest and apoptosis using HS-72 mouse hybridoma cells. The followings are new findings obtained by this study :1) Activin-signals for growth arrest and apoptosis were mediated through ActR-IB but not ActR-I and overexpression of ActR-I inhibited these activin-effects mediated through ActR-JB.2) Both activin-induced growth arrest and apoptosis were mediated by phosphorylation of Smad2.3) Activin-A induced growth arrest by activating p2lCIPl/WAF1 expression.4) Smad7 was an activin-inducible gene product and negatively regulated activin-induced growth arrest and apoptosis by inhibiting Smad2 phosphorylation.
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I've long admired Alice Temperley's feminine, slightly boho designs (and her much-lesser known, but fantastic tailoring). Back in the day, I used to sneak into sample sales and even got married in a Temperley dress, so it's safe to say I'm a fan. I was also very pleased when she launched Somerset by Alice Temperley, a diffusion line exclusive to John Lewis, several years ago. Full of the kind of designs that have made her name (think tailored jackets and trousers, great prints and pretty dresses), but at a much more affordable price, it's a slam dunk for Spring 17 style…
The Shirts
Let's start with what we both fell in love with: the shirts. If there's one thing Alice Temperley does well, it's shirts. The cut and the detailing is great (I really liked the delicate buttons on this shirt I'm wearing above), and they are really great quality for, a what is essentially, a high street line. Obviously, I love the blue and white shirt (the print is really flattering and fresh) above, and Natasha adored the white Broderie top, but we also liked this gorgeous ruffle sleeve blouse (the sleeves!) and this peony neck tie shirt, which we'd team with black jeans and boots.
Skirts and Trousers
You can't beat a good pair of black or navy trousers. Even if you don't work in an office or wear them all the time, it's always worth having a pair in your wardrobe. These high-waisted military trousers tick all the trend boxes and would look gorgeous teamed with the Broderie blouse (the side detailing on the waist is gorgeous). We also like the look of this midi skirt, which is a very fashionable shape for this year. The key is to dress it down with a simple tee and trainers, maybe even throw on a denim jacket or a leather jacket like this.
The Dresses
If, like Natasha, you have a thing for Little White Dresses, then you will love this beautiful Broderie dress (also available in black). Pictured here and in the top photo, it is the most gorgeous piece. Perfect for summer days, holidays and lazy weekend afternoons. This button-through dress in the gorgeous blue and white print would look great teamed with white trainers and layered necklaces or if being worn to a wedding or smart event, funked up with hot pink heels and a waist belt. Also, if you're going on holiday or to a wedding and suit off-the-shoulder styles (sadly, I don't) then the Peony dress is a stunner (see picture at the bottom).
The Bags
Finally, don't forget the bags. This leather satchel has a fabulous '70s vibe, whilst a cross body, studded saddle bag is always a good idea.
This post was in collaboration with John Lewis.


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Terracotta Sous Les Palmiers
Bronzing and blush powder
A complexion warmed up beneath the palm trees
Terracotta Sous Les Palmiers
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This summer, enjoy a sunlit break in the shade of the palm trees with the oversize limited-edition Terracotta Sous les Palmiers, which blends warmth and colour to beautifully enhance a natural golden glow. Irresistible for use on the face and décolleté, the Terracotta bronzing and blush powder is set to be the collector's item of the summer: the combination of the best-selling, subtly iridescent Terracotta 03 shade, which warms all complexions, and a coral shade to highlight your sun-kissed glow. The colours can be used separately or blended in a flash to even out a tan and warm the complexion. It creates a natural result on skin that stays true all day long.
This collector's jewel compact decorated with precious palm leaves can be reused once the powder is finished.
The Terracotta powder's fragrance sweeps you away to the shade of the palm trees. Ylang-ylang and orange blossom notes create the feeling of a cocoon. They blend with sunny-faceted notes of tonka bean and vanilla, which embody the essence of Terracotta. A touch of white musk adds a softness to this irresistible fragrance.
Your senses are awakened and instantly transported elsewhere.
Often imitated but never equalled, Terracotta's formula has been reinterpreted in colourful summer shades. It retains the essential elements of the legendary Terracotta bronzing powder: a buildable golden glow thanks to a comfortable, ultra-fine texture that naturally warms the complexion all day long.
A unique blend of pigments to banish dullness and create a sun-kissed glow.
A formula that does not dry out skin and provides it with lasting comfort.
Foolproof application guaranteed.
The perfect step to subtly warm your complexion:
- apply the two shades separately: the bronzing shade, then the blush on your cheekbones
- a Guerlain secret, the "figure of 3": blend the two shades in a circular motion and apply the powder from the forehead to the cheekbones and down to the chin to recreate a freshly sun-kissed glow.
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Property prices on the rise but return to boom times unlikely
Property prices in Sydney and Melbourne are on the rise again after two years of declines, but experts are not expecting a return to boom times any time soon. They say first home buyers can take their time to buy, without fears of price rises getting away from them.
A combination of Labor's loss at the May election, with its policy of restricting tax breaks for property investors, followed by two official interest-rate cuts, plus further easing of lending restrictions by the regulator, has seen property prices in the two capital cities lift by more than 2 per cent, new figures from CoreLogic show.
Auction clearance rates in Sydney last Saturday hit 82 per cent and 76 per cent in Melbourne, up from just 50 per cent in both cities a year ago. And housing finance data for July 2019, released last week by the Australian Bureau of Statistics, showed demand for mortgages is also starting to rise.
However, not too much should be read into the recent figures showing higher prices according to economic and property forecaster BIS Oxford Economics.
"Some people are saying prices could get back to 10 per cent growth [annually] but I don't think that's likely," its executive chairman Robert Mellor said.
Mr Mellor doesn't believe first-time buyers, who were locked out during the recent boom, have to rush to get into the market.
"We are likely looking at only modest rises for Sydney and Melbourne," Mr Mellor said.
Doron Peleg, founder of property researcher RiskWise, is a little more bullish, expecting price rises of between 4 per cent and 8 per cent in both Sydney and Melbourne next year.
He said double-digit growth in prices looks unlikely. "However, in a couple of months, if we see auction clearance rates into the 80 per cent range on increased volumes, that would be an indicator that it [double-digit growth] may be possible," Mr Peleg said.
He said construction defects concerning some tower apartment blocks in Sydney is a risk, not only for buyers and investors, but also for lenders.
We are likely looking at only modest rises for Sydney and MelbourneRobert Mellor, executive chairman of economic and property forecaster BIS Oxford Economics.
In Melbourne, the problem has been with flammable cladding and fire risks, with relatively few major construction defects in apartment towers.
Mr Peleg said a lender had recently approached RiskWise to identify areas in Sydney and Melbourne with apartment towers that were built over the past six to seven years. "The lender is worried that if a property is found to have a defect that it could be devalued," he said.
BIS Oxford Economics' Mr Mellor said the ability to sell apartments could be one of the factors that keep a lid on the recovery in property price rises.
"Developers could struggle to offload some of this completed stock that has not been pre-sold because of [buyer] fears," he said.
Last week the federal government introduced the bill to Parliament to fulfil its election pledge to help up to 10,000 first-home buyers a year into the market.
Under the First Home Loan Deposit Scheme, which is due to start on January 1, 2020, the government will provide guarantees to lenders that will allow first-home buyers to buy a property with a deposit of 5 per cent, instead of the usual 20 per cent.
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When deploying a multi-server Ephesoft cluster, there are a few best practices as Ephesoft recommendations.
- Database
- When creating an Ephesoft cluster, it is recommended that you first install MSSQL or MySQL on a server which will not be a processing server or a UI server. This minimizes the running processes, utilized RAM, I/O reads and writes, and network requests send to this server.
- Currently we support failover databases with the MSSQL always on availability feature. We recommend you run a second server which hosts the redundant databases for ephesoft so that you minimize single points of failure in case of hardware or OS issues.
- We recommend weekly database backups. Ephesoft must be stopped for the backups to occur.
- SharedFolders
- It is recommended that you install the SharedFolders on a separate machine from any of the processing or UI servers. This is to minimize I/O read and writes, along with minimizing network requests to the server and drive hosting the SharedFolders.
- We also recommend weekly backups of the SharedFolders when the databases are backed. Ephesoft must be stopped for the backups to occur.
- If possible, RAID shares are preferred.
- Workflows and other configurations
- By default, in Ephesoft 4.0 based versions, the pickup service is set to run on only one server at a time in the cluster. This prevents two machines from requesting the same batch class. The cron schedule for this no longer has to be scheduled.
- It is recommended to set the email import service to run on a UI server to minimize CPU utilization, I/O reads and writes, and network traffic on the processing servers so that they can focus on the Ephesoft workflow.
- "clean error job" executing on each server in a multi-server environment at same time can cause deadlock issues. We would recommend to schedule this in such a way that at no time it is executing simultaneously on multiple servers.
Following changes would be required to do so:
Property File: <Application Directory>/WEB-INF/classes/META-INF/dcma-workflows.properties
Property: dcma.clean.error.job.cronjob.expression
0 0/30 * ? * * on server 1
0 5/30 * ? * * on server 2
0 15/30 * ? * * on server 3 … and so on


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