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We're designing a setup for TiddlyDocs (and potentially other "TiddlyCMS"s) where there will be an instance for each group of contributors. This is one TiddlyWeb design pattern, where you say "we all trust each other" (although there are still audit logs!) and so everyone can add, delete, or modify all the content freely. That is, there is only one content bag accessible to all. Likewise, anyone can append comments. There is still an admin role for setting up config stuffs, which only the admin can change; otherwise, any user could easily perform a phisihing attack, for example. Users also have private bags which they can do what they like with – they could use it for drafts, or for overriding shadow tiddlers setup by the admin in config.
A rough sketch looks like this:
(Some things need fixing, but the overall idea is conveyed.)
I discuss more about this architectural pattern with Jon in the following video:
TiddlyDocs Architecture from Michael Mahemoff on Vimeo.
Now that model alone is good enough for basic cases, where you have a group of people who work together and just want to set up an instance. TiddlyWeb handles that just fine, even using the basic cookie authentication technique. In more complex situations (read: "enterprises"), you have a many-to-many relationship between users and instances. I was talking with TiddlyWeb's architect, Chris Dent, about possibilities, and we decided on one possible model:
A central user-to-pool mapping database, which is shared by three web apps: (a) all the TiddlyDocs' servers, specifically their Challenger module; (b) an admin app for managing the mappings (typical Django/Rails app with forms generated from data model); (c) a user-facing app (possibly a gadget in our envisioned OpenSocial scenario) showing the user (already authenticated via single-sign-on) a dropdown of instances they can launch.


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OSLO — The population of brown bears in Finland dipped by 5% from last year after rising continuously since 2012, the government said on Friday, after the country increased the hunting quota, partly to protect reindeer.
The brown bear is protected by the European Union's Habitats Directive but Finland allowed increased hunting last year, saying the population is large enough to be regulated under the "natural habitat" directive, which allows some hunting.
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The current bear population is estimated at between 2,020-2,130, down from between 2,130-2,260 bears in 2018.
The agriculture and forestry ministry said it had allowed a higher than average hunting quota, of 355 bears, last year to stabilize population growth and prevent long-term reindeer damage. For this year, the ministry lowered the quota to 313 bears.
The areas where hunting is allowed are specified and set in a way so that more bears are killed in reindeer herding territories, to protect indigenous herders such as the Samis, and juvenile bears may not be hunted.
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About Thomas & McElroy LLC
Thomas & McElroy LLC (T&M) is a Vermont-based company founded in 2013 by Martin Thomas and Mark McElroy with the express intent of developing a Triple Bottom Line implementation of Context-Based Sustainability. In that regard, T&M is the creator and owner of the intellectual property comprising the MultiCapital Scorecard™, the first and only context- and capital-based integrated measurement, management and reporting system. More about Messrs. Thomas and McElroy can be found below.
Martin P. Thomas, MA, MSc, FCMA, FCIS, CGMA
Martin Thomas came to sustainability thinking after completing his MSc in Consulting & Coaching for Change, chairing The Change Leaders (tCL) and 34 years in Unilever. He headed Unilever's global strategic planning activities and then had responsibility for several mergers, acquisitions, disposals and international ventures in various countries at different times. His work was international, mainly at subsidiary executive board level, conducted in four languages and living consecutively on four continents. Since 1999 he has been consulting as call4change and has taken on interim management assignments in various organizations.
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You can test your pump by filling the sump with water and observing the sump pump operating. This way you can watch the operation of the float switch and make sure it rises with the water level and moves freely and easily. Some pumps also have a pressure switch. If you have one, you should also check it.
Once the float reaches the switch on point, you should observe the sump pump operation. Make sure you also listen to the float switch connecting. It should engage without hesitation or resistance and run the pump properly. Because the float switch is a weak point in a sump pump, it should be easy for you to check it.
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Operating the pump once isn't enough. You should operate it several times to make sure the pump is operating efficiently. The sump pump should stop whenever the water level is pumped down to a suitable level and the switch has returned to a resting position. The sump pump should complete its cycles.
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Google Launches Cloud Natural Language API
Google released their beta Cloud Natural Language API on July 20, joining the movement to take advancements in natural language processing (NLP) out of the small world of cutting-edge research and into the hands of everyday data scientists and software engineers. Google's NLP API lets users take advantage of three core NLP features: Sentiment Analysis – Interpretation of the tone of language, for example, positive or negative. Entity Recognition – Recognition of different entities like people or organizations within language Syntax Analysis – Recognition of parts of speech within language, for example, sentence x has 3 nouns. These tools utilize Google's deep learning machine learning algorithms to distinguish its API from other home grown data science efforts. NLP software, programs built to understand human speech or text, has been making…
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These last few weeks I've found myself thinking a lot about those who wouldn't be celebrating Christmas by exchanging presents and spending time celebrating and eating lots of food…
- What about those who couldn't afford to buy any presents for their children?
- What about those who didn't have any food to eat on Christmas Day?
- What about those who spent Christmas Day alone?
- What about those that had no roof over their head on Christmas Day?
What about them?
You may think it's nothing to do with you that at the end of 2013 there are still those who don't have enough food to eat, clean water to drink, or even a roof over their head, but I'm sorry, it is the responsibility of all God's children to look after one another, and that includes you, me, the beggar on the street with no home, the orphan in a far away land who has to walk for miles every day just to get some dirty water to drink.
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A few weeks ago, in celebration of our 50th anniversary of working to cleanup and protect the river, the Neponset River Watershed Association (NepRWA) sponsored what will hopefully become our first annual Neponset RiverFest on the banks of the river at the Neponset II Park in Dorchester along the Neponset Greenway.
Perhaps more than any other activity I've been to so far, this event symbolized just how far the Neponset River has come since 1967 when NepRWA was founded.
It was a beautiful warm summer day. Hundreds of families stopped by to check out the Aquarium's traveling tide pool, the Franklin Park Zoo's animal exhibits, get some great food, cool off at the park's splash pad, or take a free spin on the river in a canoe, kayak or stand up paddleboard with Paddle Boston. People from all walks of life were there and everyone had smiles on their faces.
Just a few years ago, this event would have been impossible. The beautiful park was a auto wrecking yard and warehouse. There was no canoe launch. Instead of thousands of people out enjoying the Neponset Greenway bike path every day, the only people who went to the river were a few hearty naturalists and ne'er do well teenagers stealing through holes in barbed wire fences to explore a forbidden zone along the waterfront.
During this year's RiverFest, one adventurous member of the crowd, who had swum in the river in his youth when it was much dirtier than today, suddenly appeared in swim trunks and dove right in. When he returned from him impromptu swim, he declared the Neponset "beautiful for swimming."
Click here to see photos of the RiverFest
From the bond bill that NepRWA sponsored (unsuccessfully) to improve the lower Neponset way back in 1974 – through the ongoing efforts of the Neponset Greenway Council today – there have been dozens of community members, local environmental advocates, state legislators, state parks staff and other partners who have worked with extraordinary persistence to cleanup the river, open the waterfront to the public and turn the Neponset into a community resource that everyone can enjoy.
The rousing success of the first Neponset RiverFest was testament to their extraordinary success and harbinger of even greater things still to come.
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Kamloops is now privileged to have a piece of Canadian history after a former correctional officer salvaged historical artifacts from a shut-down federal prison and permanently loaned them to the Tournament Capital.
Anthony Martin worked at the federal maximum security prison B.C. Penitentiary New Westminster - commonly known as the B.C. Pen—from 1958 until it closed down in 1980.
After over 100 years in operation, Martin decided to save and store thousands of archival items from the prison - in his home.
"He picked those up and has been storing them in his home and garage and shed," said Dawn Hyrcun, executive director of the John Howard Society.
It's been over 30 years since the prison shut down and the historical items have finally left his home.
Martin donated the artifacts to the John Howard Society because of a friend on the board, and they're being permanently put on loan to the museum at the Old Courthouse on Seymour Street.
Hyrcun said it's appropriate to have the historical items displayed in Kamloops because of talk about the penitentiary moving to Kamloops at one time.
She also said it's a natural fit with the provincial correctional institution, the Kamloops Regional Correctional Centre, in town.
But ultimately, the salvaged pieces of history came to Kamloops because of Tony.
"This is his contribution," she said.
Among the documents, artwork and artifacts include wardens diaries and prisoner artwork.
Hyrcun said the acquisition has taken about 10 years with many stories to tell.
Multiple exhibits of these items are expected from the thousands of items - one of the first, called 'Behind Bars: Prisoner Artwork and Contemporary Art and Literature…', available to the public beginning today.
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I have read about turmeric and have developed arthritis in my hands and my knee joint. I have two friends who take turmeric regularly and swear by it. They are like I am—totally avoid medicines from Big Pharma if possible. They say it is a blessing. I'm not sure what way is best—pills or powder mixed with water. I read the entry of turmeric with synthroid, but what about a diabetic taking it to help with joint pain? I have taken glucosamine, and that helps a little bit, but people who take turmeric say it basically does away with the pain. I know it's not a cure, but if it helps the pain, I would like to try it. I read where turmeric has to have pepper with it. I know there are quacks and faux products, but the good ones are natural, herbal and have been used for years for joint pain and other problems. I think natural is best. Not paying Big Pharma to hawk a medicine that costs a fortune.
Thanks for any help.
@retiredteacher In your search for evidence-based information on turmeric and its use in treating diabetes, I thought you'd appreciate this systematic review
Curcumin and Diabetes: A Systematic Review by Dong-wei Zhang et al. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3857752/
The conclusion states:
"Recent research has provided the scientific basis for "traditional" curcumin and confirmed the important role of curcumin in the prevention and treatment of diabetes and its associated disorders. Curcumin could favorably affect most of the leading aspects of diabetes, including insulin resistance, hyperglycemia, hyperlipidemia, and islet apoptosis and necrosis (Figure 2). In addition, curcumin could prevent the deleterious complications of diabetes. Despite the potential tremendous benefits of this multifaceted nature product, results from clinical trials of curcumin are only available in using curcumin to treat diabetic nephropathy, microangiopathy and retinopathy so far. Studies are badly needed to be done in humans to confirm the potential of curcumin in limitation of diabetes and other associated disorders. Further, multiple approaches are also needed to overcome limited solubility and poor bioavailability of curcumin. These include synthesis of curcuminoids and development of novel formulations of curcumin, such as nanoparticles, liposomal encapsulation, emulsions, and sustained released tablets. Enhanced bioavailability and convinced clinical trial results of curcumin are likely to bring this promising natural product to the forefront of therapeutic agents for diabetes by generating a "super curcumin" in the near future."
I found this blog about turmeric, including this article "Turmeric Dosage For Diabetes" https://www.turmericforhealth.com/turmeric-dosage/turmeric-dosage-for-diabetes. The blog also list brands, however you'll want to do due diligence and research the validity of the claims made on the website. It is unclear who is the publisher. The article might give you a starting point to discuss with your doctor or diabetes educator.
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Thanks, Colleen. It seems that recently, I have heard about turmeric rather frequently. The people I know are well educated and their doctors are aware that they are taking this herb. I don't know everyone I've heard from, but it seems that the herb is a better choice and has none of the side effects of pharmaceutical drugs like Metformin. As you know I research almost daily, and in doing so I have discovered other herbal treatments for diabetes that real people have found lower A1c and help inflammation and boost the immune system. To date I have kept my diabetes in check and don't have to take any medicine. I was in range at my endo appointment last week, so no changes. I don't have another appointment for four months. He says I am a "controlled diabetic" and don't need to change anything.
I am curious enough to continue researching turmeric. It is interesting to think that turmeric might have more benefits for diabetes than any of Big Pharma's expensive drugs.
Thanks for your information.
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Curcumin (concentrated form of turmeric used in supplements) DOES have side effects. I took it for several months because of its possible anti-cancer effects and had to stop it because it radically affected my oxalate metabolism, and will facilitate the formation of kidney stones (which I have a tendency to have). When I stopped taking the curcumin, my oxalate levels went back to normal.
I have taken metformin for many years and have no side effects. Metformin is quite safe.
Turmeric, the spice, is healthy at normal levels, in curries etc… but it is not good to eat it by the teaspoonful either.
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Hi, @retiredteacher — you may have seen this recent thread on Mayo Clinic Connect: http://mayocl.in/2m6abr2. If not, thought you'd be interested in it and may be interested in dialoguing with some of the members there, if you are still investigating.
Thanks @lisalucier. I stopped investigating turmeric. I read articles and found several people to talk to about it. (Not doctors, but people who have had experience with it) After weighing my situation, I decided not to take turmeric. I am hesitant to take any medicines unless I have absolute faith in the claims, and I didn't find enough pros for this herb for me.
I continue not to have to take any meds for my diabetes2, but my blood is still high in the A.M. It goes down during the day, and then it seems that regardless of what I eat for supper, it is still high in the A.M. When I asked the endo. about that, I think I told you, he made no suggestions or comment—"just keep doing what you're doing as numbers are really good."
For the last weeks diabetes is not my main problem; I am having horrific personal problems that have made me feel ill and have insomnia. I don't think there is a solution, but I am spending my time trying to find some answers. So diabetes is on the back burner for now.
I hope everyone is doing well with their diabetes and other health issues. We all have crosses to bear and then add illness and it's like the weight of the world on our shoulders.
God bless all.
@retiredteacher If you can find fresh turmeric root this is the best. I have started growing my own. Do be cautious with the turmeric as it can harm the kidneys if too much is used. Always follow the recommended dose and be sure to discuss the use of turmeric with your doctor/pharmacist. As with most things-too much of a good thing can be harmful and DO avoid the hypes. Ground can have some disgusting things and do your homework. Lot of hype on the internet as we all know. Like the line from the Gremlin's movie, "They're everywhere, they're everywhere"!
I am not diabetic, but have found by eliminating some foods my inflammation has improved. We are not all alike and the best I can advise is to listen to your body and how you react to different foods.
Wishing you the best on your journey {adventure} and thank you for your input. Retirement is not always a walk in the park.
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I am sorry to hear that personal problems are weighing you down right now. Take care of yourself!
You have a new picture! Can you give us a little information about it? (I miss the duck, but I know variety is the spice of life!).
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Hi, @retiredteacher — I echo @hopeful33250 Teresa's message. Also hope you had a nice Thanksgiving.
Wondering how things are going with your insomnia and the personal problems you were working on?
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@hopeful33250 My latest watercolor…rather summed up my attitude which needs some adjusting. Looks odd in the circular format. Yup, variety is a necessary ingredient in life. A mise en abyme in watercolor.
Thanks @hopeful33250 for checking on me. Things are just not going well for now. We solved one problem, but then another one reared its ugly head. My husband has serious heart problems. This has been going on for years. He had heart caths and stents and then stents clogged up. He then had a heart attack and his aorta had calcified. So in open heart surgery he had all the arteries replaced in bypass and the aorta replaced with a cow aorta. After that, he was okay for about a year, but then the problems started again–three more caths at intervals. Now the aorta is leaking, and his blood pressure is off the charts. This is all unnerving because we have no family—just the two of us and I do not drive, so it becomes very stressful. The heart hospital and his heart doctors are over thirty miles away. We go for the cardiologist appt. next week to see what is next. They are weighing another surgery with his age (76). I don't think there is a win either way. I stay extremely upset with his problems and can't worry about my diabetes now. I am not staying on my diabetes program because I take care of him as best I can. I don't know what's coming, so we'll just have to deal with it the best we can. My diabetes seems irrelevant compared to his heart problems.
I find myself very depressed and sad. I never thought we would have poor health in our old age. But, it started happening and has continued to build. I pray every day for us both. We have been married over 50 years. If something happens, I think the one left would not live long. I know my heart would be broken. But for now, we deal with one day at a time and try to be positive. That's all we can do.
Bless you for you concern.
I am so sorry to hear of your husband's serious heart problems. You certainly do have a lot on your plate right now! How very difficult for you both. Is he able to manage his own activities of daily living or do you have to physically help him as well?
Here at Mayo Connect we also have a Caregiver's Support discussion group at, https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/meet-fellow-caregivers-introduce-yourself/. I believe it would help you to post there about your situation as well. The folks in the discussion group are like you and you will find a lot of support and encouragement. Scott, @IndianaScott, is the volunteer mentor of the group and you will enjoy getting to know him through his posts. Here is Scott's Thanksgiving post, https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/thanksgiving-thanks-to-every-caregiver/
Please keep in touch, @retiredteacher, you have been part of our community for some time now and we care about you!
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@retiredteacher You surely are in a difficult situation. No relatives or close friends anywhere near by? If I recall, you love living away from a lot of activity. Despite that have you considered moving closer to where there will be medical resources close by? My older cousin did that a few years back. They loved their home but with the health issues that come up as we age they made the decision to move back to an area north of Boston.
I know we all have our priorities though, so we each have to do what is right for us.
He is able to be active and care for himself. He simply does not do strenuous work. We have a lawn care service. He does all of the driving when we get out; which is not often—only the grocery store or to a dr. appointment. He tires easily so he sleeps and rests much of the day. So far, we have managed to not need outside help. We are very stubborn, independent people, so we always say , We are survivors, and usually find a way to make things work. I am a master at calling 911 or a taxi or to hire a driver.
Thank you for the Caregiver group info. Right now, I can only deal with heart and diabetes. If things ever get easier, I will contact them.
I cannot believe it is Dec. 1st. It was 70 degrees today! It definitely does not feel like Christmas. I hope all are enjoying the holidays.
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I am glad to hear that he is able to care for himself. I'm also glad to hear that you have some resources to help with the driving.
Keep strong!


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