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Designed with a quilted top, larger outside tubes and high-volume valve for quick inflation and deflation, the 3-season Big Agnes Q-Core SLX Pad packs fast, light and small.
Big Agnes says:
Superlight and compact three season pads.
The Q-Core SLX ups the ante on quilted comfort in the backcountry. Redesigned offset I-Beams create incredible multi-directional support and stability. The Q-Core SLX is lighter, tougher, easier to inflate/deflate, packs smaller, sleeps warmer... When it comes to superlight, three-season comfort this pad stands alone.
The superlight and compact Big Agnes Q-Core SLX sleeping pad is ideal for lightweight backpacking. Designed for 3 season use, the pad features a layer of WRM HL insulation on the top and bottom. This durable, high-loft synthetic insulation provides exceptional warmth with minimal weight and bulk.
It has similar features to the Insulated Air Core Ultra mats but with an extra 3cm height on the outer chambers which will keep you cradled in the middle so you don't roll off in the night. It also has a quilted top to provide a cushioned pillowy sleeping surface, as comfortable as your bed at home. And somehow it's even lighter.
Durable I-beam construction provides stability while reducing weight and bulk. All the latest pads from Big Agnes have received an updated air valve for easy one-way inflation and convenient, super-fast deflation.
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The D-MAX has all the built-in toughness, quality and reliability that's made Isuzu famous. Truck DNA, in the body of a ute.
People rely on you, and you can rely on your D-MAX. The D-MAX is full of engineering details that only a truck manufacturer would think of, with each one of these making this ute truck tough.
Fancy replacing your timing belt? Probably not - so the D-MAX doesn't have one. Instead it uses a heavy duty steel timing chain to last the life of the engine.
The ladder chassis has been specifically designed for the D-MAX. Built super strong, it's made for long term durability and to improve stability when you're loaded or towing.
This unique detail eliminates backlash on engine deceleration, reducing engine wear.
Isuzu turbo diesel engines are built to withstand higher temperatures and pressures than other engines. The powerful and efficient engine in the D-MAX is tough by nature, hard wearing and delivers legendary Isuzu reliability.
We didn't just build this ute; we've tested it over and over again. 4,000,000km of testing in the hardest conditions: searing heat, torrential rain-even snow. That's the equivalent of 100 times around the earth to prove that the D-MAX is built to last.
Service Plus is our commitment to our Isuzu customers. It's our comprehensive care package providing complete peace of mind and no unexpected surprises when maintaining and servicing your D-MAX. Our Service Plus package includes:
Our vehicles are renowned for outstanding reliability and durability. We back this by providing every new vehicle with a bumper-to-bumper 6 year/150,000km^ warranty.
Our 6 year Isuzu UTE Roadside Assistance Program gives you worry-free motoring and ensures that you're covered for any unexpected bumps in your journey. It's complimentary on our entire Isuzu D-MAX and MU-X range.
Enjoy the peace of mind knowing there will be no surprises in your servicing costs> and ensure you get the most from your vehicle by servicing it with our highly-skilled, factory trained technicians.
^6 years/150,000km (whichever occurs first), for Eligible Vehicles with a Warranty Start Date on or after 1/1/19. Excludes trays & accessories. The Capped Price Servicing Program ("CPS Program") applies to Eligible Vehicles at Participating Isuzu UTE Dealers only. For 19MY and later vehicle models, the Capped Price Servicing covers the first 7 Scheduled Services for up to 7 years/105,000km (whichever occurs first). CPS Program is subject to change.
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This beautiful home in Nova Lima, Brazil is designed by Humberto Hermeto… I love the Architecture and think that the view is simply breathtaking… but the Pièce de résistance here is its art gallery and studio at the bottom level… Are you kidding me? How amazing is that?… To be surrounded by so much beautiful art every single day?!…. H E A V E N !
I love everything about this house and wouldn't change a thing….. Well except for the red pool!!!… Why? I guess its an acquired taste… but I really wish it wasn't red!… To me, it's a perfect example of what not to have red!!!…The large red doors of the art gallery, however, are just perfect in red… They stand there to represent the border between art and nature!!!
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SUSO health embraces all matters to do with the health and well-being, both mental and physical, of all humans no matter their background. Being healthy is about more than just being free from disease but it is also about being in complete harmony with the surroundings. We believe this fundamental right is within reach of all. The main long term goals of SUSO Health include raising awareness of upcoming Health related issues, organizing medical camps to treat masses that may not easily access healthcare services and building a local community clinic. We hope this endevour will bring us together to create a healthier, happier community and a happier world.
We create a platform for youth to be more involved in the health of both the individual and the community to change our society for the better. As part of this initiative, we host blood drives, distribute sanitary pads, in conjunction with SUSO Sports host related activities and many more!


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Having ferried more aircraft to more places in the world than anyone else, Southern Cross Aviation was pleased to place two new pins in their world map during 2013, ticking Burundi and Vanuatu off the short list of countries where they hadn't previously had flights. Continuing a fifteen-year tradition, Southern Cross also delivered new Chinese-manufactured aircraft from factories in China to locations in Africa and South America. In total, Southern Cross performed over 100 delivery, observation and test flights in multiple countries around the world, including exotic locales such as Morocco, India, Afghanistan, Kwajalein, Tahiti, Papua New Guinea and Indonesia.
Southern Cross pilots traversed the planet time and again in 2013, providing services to airplane manufacturers, major airlines, leasing companies and numerous individuals around the world – including the owner of a major internet company. "Moving airplanes is and has always been our only business," said owner and President, Peter Fraser, noting that he and his pilots did everything from picking up new Airbus A320s at the factory to delivering retiring Boeing 747-400s back to the U.S. to be parted out.
The aircraft moved this past year covered the spectrum from small executive jets to large cargo airplanes.To accommodate their customers' needs to take short-range aircraft on long ocean crossings, Southern Cross added long-range ferry fuel systems to commuter turboprops such as the de Havilland DHC-6 and DHC-8, ATRs and the new Viking 400.
Southern Cross also assisted leasing companies in the extraction of aircraft that had to be repossessed following airline bankruptcies. Such dealings tend to be complicated and delicate since bureaucratic considerations are often a major factor in repossessions.
In 2013, Southern Cross added several new General Terms Agreements to their roster, facilitating work with major leasing companies and airlines. They also added the facility to add compliant aircraft to their RVSM and MNPS maintenance programs, affording their customers more efficient and economic operations.
The crew at Southern Cross Aviation have reason to be proud of the work they did in 2013. From their offices in Yamhill, Oregon, they arranged the seamless flights of hundreds of aircraft around the world, just as they've done for nearly four decades. This proven track record has garnered Southern Cross a position of strength with clients old and new, all of whom appreciate the company's expertise, dedication, personal touch and concern for the customer's best interests.


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Month: November 2012
New Wine Skins–Part 4
New Wine Skins 4: We have discovered our priesthood in Messiah and that we have a Tabernacle within. In this session we will discover the purposes of the Brazen Laver and Brazen Altar, their connection to our service to God, our spiritual growth, and a connection with the return of the Lord.
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Free Resources to Help You Move Forward in 2013 from Biblical Life
Understanding Kingdom Assignments
As of late, I feel that I am in the Holy Spirit Advanced School of Learning. It seems that each day God is teaching me things that I did not know the day before. In our local congregation, God has been having me teach a series called "Foundations of Biblical Prosperity." From the title, you may think you already know what I am teaching. I can assure you that you don't. I have been waking up in the morning teaching things out of my spirit in ways I could not have imagined. In this series on Biblical Prosperity, the very last thing you will hear about is giving. Giving is only one component. Without adding all the rest, giving can be in vain. This is why many have gone bankrupt while they were tithing! These powerful messages are now available on MP3 CD along with a professionally printed study guide through Biblical Life Publishing (www.biblical-life.net).
God has also been teaching me about Kingdom Assignments. This is really something that I have never heard of before. I have heard about Kingdom Destiny, Kingdom Authority, Kingdom Power, etc., but assignments were not in the mix. So when God began speaking to me about them, He had my attention.
The Power of Paper
Over the years, I have tried about everything available for planning, goal-setting, and project management. In my earlier years, I tended to be a gadget freak. I used PDAs, which predated the PalmPilot. I have used the Psion 3a, the Casio, various versions of the PalmPilot, various versions of the PocketPC, smartphones and enough software for my personal computers that I could have run NASA. I have settled in on Outlook, PlanPlus for Outlook by Franklin-Covey, MindManager Pro by MindJet and Microsoft Project for my basic recording (once it is developed) and keeping up to date with plans and projects. Now don't run out and purchase all of these because you may be surprised to find that I use an extremely low tech method of brainstorming and planning: pen and paper! With more years experience than I care to count, I have found pen and paper to be the most powerful medium ever developed.
Redream to Redeem
The past several months have been a very powerful time at Biblical Life, both with the Seminary and with our local fellowship. Little did I know when I started the "No More Compromise Series" at our fellowship what God had in store for us. The past several months have been a time for divine realigning with Heaven. In these few short months, we have seen:
• The birth of the mentoring program, to include the Mentor's Tips.
• A breakthrough for writing that I have never experienced before (a real answer to prayer).
• The prophetic increasing in our meetings with a new level of anointing to bring to pass what was spoken quickly (sometimes instantaneously).
• God is beginning to realign the lives of both members of our congregation and students as they enter into what God is doing.
• Financial Breakthroughs: One family even experienced a miracle with being released from the mortgage of their home. We have also seen many other financial turnarounds.
• Many students have seen breakthroughs in their studies, families and ministries.
This past week as I was preparing my message for our congregation, the Lord was so gracious in giving me a missing piece as I was watching TBN. Bishop Mark Huskins was on the short segment that I was watching. He said one statement that exploded in my spirit and was the missing piece for my message: "You have to redream before you can redeem." Locally, we have been dealing with Ephesians 5:11-16. In Mentor's Tip # 5 (Living Life Awake), we also dealt with part of that scripture. In the midst of coming back awake spiritually and realigning ourselves with Heaven, the next question is: "How do I redeem the time?" The answer is in redreaming.
The Power of Discipline
In this article, we are going to be dealing with the power of discipline. I also want to deal with the conundrum that many believers find themselves in when trying to balance discipline and spontaneity. This will take a little bit of time, but if you will bear with me, you will understand where we are headed.
Foundational Scripture:
1 Corinthians 9:24-27 (NKJV)
In many of Paul's epistles, he uses both soldiers and athletes to teach on the necessity of discipline. In a society with Greek influence in athletics and Roman soldiers everywhere enforcing Rome's peace, there were strong visual illustrations for this apostle of God to use.
The Power of Biblical Order
Genesis 1:1-3 (NKJV)
Reading Between the Lines
There is so much in the first chapter of Genesis. I have been told by many scholars, both Evangelical and Rabbinical, that one could spend their entire lives in study just to properly understand the first three chapters of this powerful book. To properly understand what God is revealing here, we will need to take a look at the Hebrew in verse two.
A Call to a Life of Fasting
To start this article by saying I am perplexed is an understatement. It only takes a split second of contemplation to realize that something is wrong. Maybe it is the fact that words "integrity" and "ministry" are seldom used in the same sentence anymore. Maybe it is the fact that our television ministers stress far too much on "giving" your way to a miracle rather than "living" your way to one. Maybe it is the fact that I recently had a disciple warned not to stress a strong, biblical male presence in the home because it does not fit with social norms in the situation he is currently involved in. Maybe it is the reality that the "feel" of Babylon and Egypt is all around us and Zion is a fleeting memory. If you don't know what I am talking about, then I am not writing to you. I am writing to those that yearn to see the true Kingdom of God expand and for hearts to burn with a holy passion for God and a love for the Word of God, justice and the transformation of mankind. I want the fire of true, biblical revival – not the razzle-dazzle of emotional hype. I am tired of seeing services where we "party" all night (for Jesus) and there is no hunger for the Word or hearts broken over sin.
Do I believe in giving – absolutely. It does not replace biblical, holy living. Do I believe in miracles – always. Hype does not produce them, but a living faith in God does! I want something to cut through the Hollywood that has permeated the Church and has created spiritual zombies. My cry is with the Apostle Paul when he said:
Between Vision and Realization
Proverbs 29:18a (KJV)
Over the past decade, many people have entered the dialogue of the need for vision and vision casting. I remember a time when few spoke of it, even fewer had it and no one realized the power of it. The paradigm has changed greatly within our leadership models; therefore, vision, vision casting, and mission statements are as common place as bibles in our churches.
One of the things that the Holy Spirit has impressed upon on me lately is that there is more to seeing a vision accomplished than having a vision and having faith. To be honest, getting the vision is the easy part. The hard part is the research, study, discipline and diligent effort that must be added to the vision to see it fulfilled. I believe part of the dilemma that many of us face is that we treat a vision for ministry from the LORD the same way we treat true prophetic words. Somehow we have the misconception that if they are from God, they will come to pass . . . almost effortlessly. We think, "Hey God is in it, so everything will go smoothly." That sounds great until you read the Bible! I cannot find one individual, to include Jesus, for whom everything went smoothly or the vision came to pass easily! Actually the opposite is true. If they heard from God, the enemy was sure to resist their efforts. Faith is not "hoping" something will happen. Faith is the substance of things hoped for and working hard with God to MAKE things happen that are in-line with God's will and purposes.
Understanding How to Overcome the Kingdom of Darkness
I have always been amazed at the depth of the God's Word. The more I grow, the more I discover wonderful truths in the Word I have never seen before. In this article, I want to share some things the Holy Spirit has been sharing with me about the battle we are currently in.
The Kingdom of Darkness is made up of many types of angels and demonic forces. The Apostle Paul gives us a glimpse of them in the Book of Ephesians:
Ephesians 6:12 (NKJV)
The Power of the Threefold Sanctification
A Call to a Life of Fasting
Overcoming a Hindering and Buffeting Spirit
Next Level Living
The New Wine Skin 3–the Tabernacle Within
New Wine Skins 3: A revelation that we must have deep in our hearts today is that we ARE the Temple of the Holy Spirit. When we understand the Tabernacle of Moses, its furniture, and service, we will understand the present day priesthood of the believer and how we can move forward in the LORD. This session introduces the concept of "The Tabernacle Within."
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The New Wine Skins 2
New Wine Skins 2: Not only do we need new wine skins, but so does the Church. Much of the Church today is designed around the Catholic Church, which is Church-Centric. God's model is God-Centric and is based upon an individual's belief, walk, and developing in the Kingdom. We are also introduced to the concept of "The Tabernacle Within," which is critical for preparing the Remnant in the Last Days.
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The Mystery of Christmas
Norm Franz has done an outstanding job researching the truth between Christmas and the Mystery (Pagan) religions. These two videos include new information that I had not connected together. I encourage everyone of watch them.
New Wine Skins–Part 1
The New Wine Skins 1: God is calling us out of the Babylonian System, just as He did Abraham. The Holy Spirit is also entering us into a new cycle of providing us with new wine skins to prepare us to be used in His next major move. Learning how fasting is connected to this new wine skin!


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Article from the 2015-06-29, by Sabrina Pflüger
Emerged in 1955, the Red Dot Design Award meanwhile counts to the most renowned design awards of the branch. Special ideas and products are honoured with the seal of approval every year in the categories Product Design, Communication Design and Design Concept. However, it's not only about the celebration of the awarded in this year's event, but the competition is also going to celebrate its 60th birthday.
The award Red Dot: Best of the Best is given in the Aalto Theatre in Essen on the 29th of June in the event of a suitable ceremony. The highest single award honours 81 designs of the 5000 presentations. The special award will be given to the brothers Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec for the design of their Ruutu Vase – a collection of mouth-blown glasses for Iittala – and to the design company Stelton for the Easy kitchen Collection.
Red Dot honours "an unparalleled amount of creative power as well as extensive style and business skills", according to Dr. Peter Zec, initiator and CEO of Red Dot.
Another highlight id the gala evening is the tribute of the Design Team of the Year. A tribute that is given to the team of Robert Sachon & Bosch Home Appliances for their trend setting technological works and exceptional quality in this year. This makes Bosch the leading household devices brand of Europe. Previous winners were companies like Apple, BMW, Porsche, Sony, Lenovo and Hilti.
Red Dot celebrates its 60th birthday in 2015. It's an event to celebrate the gallery friendliness and much more than that: the award itself and the design centre. The anniversary exhibition of the Red Dot Award: Lasting, not final form presents historic designs of the first winner's exhibition of 1955 and moreover shows the history of the design centre behind the curtains with numerous exhibits.
The vernissage of the exhibitions Design on Stage and Icons of everyday life – Bosch devices through the ages - starts after the celebration in the Red Dot Design Museum. The exhibition includes this year's winners of the categories Product Design and Design Team of the Year from the 30th to the 26th of July. The exhibition shows gorgeous products that were tested regarding their innovation grade, functionality, longevity, symbolic and emotional value as well as ecological compatibility.
This year's awarded designs include the vases and bowls of the Stockholm Aquatic Collection by Bernadotte & Kylberg as well as the espresso maker Ossidiana designed by the architect Mario Trimarchi.
All the awarded are listed in the Red Dot online exhibition and the selected products in the Connox Shop Gallery.
Anniversary exhibition:
Lasting, not final form
- 29th June – 23rd August 2015
- Welterbe Zollverein
Special exhibition:
Design on Stage – Winners Red Dot Award: Product Design 2015
Icons of everyday life – Bosch devices through the ages
- 30th June – 26th July 2015
- Red Dot Design Museum
Article from the 2015-06-29, by Sabrina Pflüger


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Feb. 19, 2013 Klondex Mines Ltd. TSX: KDX or OTCQX: KLNDF $1.25
High-Grade Nevada Gold Mine Transformed the Past 8 Months
by New CEO, Team, Plan & Funding; Now Targeting Initial Gold
Production by Year-End with a Team That Has Done it Before
Why Klondex? – Why Now? KDX has been transformed over 8 months by a new Board & management. Key issues have been addressed, a realistic plan and budget confirmed, $30M in funding raised, impressive exploration results continue, & management is executing on its goals to reach initial bulk sampling. The "New Klondex" story is not yet well known, but the company is working to change that.
Klondex Strengths:
- CEO led Midas mine (Newmont) & Hollister mine from start-up to production of
over 80k gold oz/year
- Clear plan for continued development & initial production at Fire Creek by end of 2013
- Capital in place to fund 2013 program
- Clear goals: new resource, drilling, vent raise, water management, milling agreement, board additions, bulk sampling
- Recent exploration has shown high grades, Main Zone continuity and discovered new West Zone
- Under-explored: meaningful exploration potential
- In heart of Nevada gold country; good geologic, regulatory & infrastructure environment
- Low-Cap-Ex path to initial production
- Significant valuation discount on EV/Resource basis
- "New Klondex" story not well known
About: Klondex Mines is a gold exploration & development company focused on its Fire Creek gold property in Nevada with a gold resource of 1.6M oz. indicated and 0.5M oz. inferred.
Klondex has developed an underground decline and workings to access mineralization for in-fill and exploration drilling as well as bulk sampling. Fire Creek is permitted for small scale, bulk sample gold production anticipated to commence by year-end 2013.
Recent Visible Gold Discovery at Fire Creek
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When the last 82nd Airborne Division paratroopers arrive home in the coming weeks, they'll have left behind a different Iraq from the one they deployed to roughly nine months ago.
The Islamic State controls roughly 40 percent less of the country than it did last year. Iraqi forces have liberated key cities like Ramadi, Tikrit, Bayji and Sinjar.
Those forces, largely trained and equipped through the efforts of coalition forces, have the Islamic State reeling, said Maj. Gen. Richard D. Clarke, commander of the 82nd Airborne. And coalition airstrikes have severely damaged the long-term health of the caliphate, he said.
Clarke said he's proud of the 82nd Airborne's role in the fight as the deployment draws to a close.
Clarke, who has been the land component commander in Iraq since June, said the roughly 400 Fort Bragg paratroopers who deployed with the division headquarters have been involved in nearly every aspect of the land campaign, short of direct fighting.
They've trained and equipped Iraqi forces, advised Iraqi commanders on military strategy and worked closely with their Iraq counterparts to provide intelligence, fires and logistical support.
Sometime soon, the division headquarters will hand over the Combined Joint Forces Land Component Command-Iraq mission to its sister division, the 101st Airborne.
Soon after, the remaining nearly 250 paratroopers in Iraq will come home.
About 70 paratroopers who had been part of the division's advance party returned to Fort Bragg last week.
Clarke, speaking from Baghdad on Monday, said those paratroopers can hold their heads high for their successes in Iraq.
The division headquarters has helped lead roughly 4,000 coalition troops, from 18 nations, in direct support of the Iraqi forces.
During its deployment, more than 16,000 Iraqi forces have been trained, and more than $1 billion in equipment has been provided to the fight against the Islamic State.
Paratroopers have flown unmanned aerial vehicles more than 20,000 hours to provide intelligence to Iraqi commanders. They've delivered 3.4 million gallons of fuel and moved 1.2 tons of ammunition in support of the fight.
"Our paratroopers and the team here have made a difference in this fight," he said. "I'm extremely proud of what they've done."
Clarke stressed the Islamic State had not taken any new territory since the division deployed.
"It's almost irreversible momentum," he said. "We're in a good spot and Iraqi security forces are doing extremely well."
But that doesn't mean the U.S. involvement in Iraq, or the larger fight against the Islamic State, will draw to a close.
"I'll be frank. They are not ready for us to leave yet nor are they prepared to do this on their own at this point," Clarke said of the broader U.S. mission. "They still need assistance in training. They still need assistance in equipping. They still need assistance in our lethal air support in this fight."
That air support has included more than 7,000 strikes since Operation Inherent Resolve began, more than 4,000 of which have occurred since the 82nd Airborne deployed.
Clarke said the airstrikes were a key component to the strategy to defeat the Islamic State, but one that depends on the successes of Iraqis fighting on the ground.
"The ground campaign is why we do the air campaign," he said. "That's what will lead to the eventual defeat" of the Islamic State.
Most airstrikes, Clarke said, have been in direct support of Iraqi forces.
A much smaller percentage, about 10 to 15 percent, are more deliberate strikes to attack the enemy's future operations. Those attacks include Islamic State banks, explosive factories and oil facilities.
Meanwhile, as the training of their forces continues, the Iraqi fighters are getting incrementally better each day, he said.
The training effort is rebuilding a force that had few operational training opportunities in the U.S. military absence from 2011 to 2014, when Iraqi forces did little outside checkpoint security.
Eighteen months into Operation Inherent Resolve, Clarke said the coalition was turning that tide, but the training takes time.
"They are on the ground doing this right now on their own. But they're better once they've been through our training sites and once they receive some of the NATO equipment we've given to them," Clarke said.
While Clarke is confident in the Iraqi forces to eventually fight on their own, he also acknowledged the fight was far from over.
When the 101st Airborne takes over the land mission, it will be charged with helping the Iraqis continue to expel the Islamic State.
"The biggest challenge for the 101st will be the synchronizing of the efforts to take back Mosul," Clarke said. "There's still a lot of territory from Baghdad up to Mosul that's not completely clear. There's still some Daesh (Islamic State) pockets in the Euphrates River valley, in the vicinity of Ramadi, that need to be cleared."
The Islamic State is weaker, but its fighters are still dangerous, he said.
"They are still a rough and very dedicated enemy," he said. "They are adaptive and will continue to change their tactics to try to overcome what they're seeing as a very determined Iraqi force."
Clarke said he has faith in the soldiers from Fort Campbell, Kentucky, to add to the 82nd Airborne efforts in Iraq.
"I have no doubt they'll be successful," he said.
As for the 82nd Airborne, Clarke said the division has a long history in Iraq, from Desert Storm to multiple tours during Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation New Dawn. He said he thinks its latest deployment will have one of the most lasting impacts on the country.
"I think we all want it to be," Clarke said. "We don't want to put anymore blood and treasure into this country, but obviously we're prepared to do so until Daesh is defeated, because we all know that's the larger enemy."
"I'm seeing a much better Iraqi army today than what I saw when I first got here nine months ago," he added. "That's where I get the lasting impact."


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The Snow and Ice Management Association Shares Its Industry Insights
Throughout most of the United States and Canada, last winter left many snow and ice management professionals asking: Where's the snow? Several areas experienced record low snowfall and high temperatures. This marked quite a departure from the past few years in which snow professionals had to deal with multiple events and salt supply shortages. Snow Business magazine, the official publication of the Snow and Ice Management Association (SIMA), recently wrapped up its annual State of the Industry survey. Respondents cited weather uncertainty — particularly low snowfall and shifting winter patterns — as two of the top three challenges that impacted winter operations in 2015/16. But early predictions show the 2016/17 winter roaring back with a fury — will you be ready?
Let's take a look at five key areas that deserve a laser focus this fall to ensure your snow operations are ready to roll when the snow flies.
Sign on the Dotted Line
The State of the Industry revealed that nearly 75 percent of respondents were still finalizing contracts after September 1. Routes need to be set, equipment allocated and labor hired. Yet none of those tasks can be achieved efficiently if your team is still selling winter work. Over the past few years, SIMA and property and facility managers have been increasing dialogue on how to better work with each other. A key disconnect has been on when contracts are awarded and signed. Together, stakeholders across both sectors worked to create a timeline to address those challenges. While market-specific nuances may have some impact, the best practice should be to have all contracts awarded by late summer/early fall. The timelines, as well as a risk meter that addresses the impact of late contract selling, are available for free at sima.org/timeline.
Hire Your Team
Unless you rely solely on in-house employees, now is the time to finalize hiring seasonal workers to round out your snow teams. This will give companies time to onboard team members. However, the survey results show this task may be easier said than done. For several years, recruiting reliable workers has been at or near the top of the biggest challenges that will impact snow operations. Let's face it, winter work is a tough sell — long hours, 3 a.m. wake-up calls, cold and wet weather, demanding clients. Job fairs, local college job boards and even referrals from your existing team members can provide a pool of potential employees.
Don't be content to hire "warm bodies" to fill your needs. Sell your story and company vision and show them how they can be part of a winning culture dedicated to safety and outstanding customer service. Motivate all workers — seasonal and full-time — with training, team building and recognition of a job well done. Establish a culture that snow and ice management isn't a job but can be a career with the right attitude and advancement protocols.
Once You Have Them, Train Them!
The importance of training cannot be underestimated to ensure that everyone is on the same page with expectations and to ensure they are performing their duties safely and efficiently. Having a formal training program can help prevent training from slipping through the cracks, yet the survey found 54 percent don't have a formal program in place.
Most respondents (46 percent) said they only train for snow operations in the preseason. Consider a preseason kickoff event that incorporates training, paperwork completion and a little fun and food to get your team pumped for the season. That team building can go a long way when it's 3 a.m. and snowing. While preseason is a good start, training throughout the season (and preferably year-round) is better. Quick 10- to 15-minute refresher "tailgate talks" on a specific topic can help keep the training going and plant the seed that safety and education are important.
The survey showed that those who do train their workforce prefer peer-to-peer training (again, help employees take ownership in the company's success), storm ride-alongs with an experienced operator and video training. Several training and safety resources are available for free or at low cost, but company owners and managers have to take the first step to make training a priority. Many resources are online in the Training Center at sima.org/resources.
Prep Your Equipment
You can have the best workers in the world, but they have to have reliable equipment to perform their duties. Fall is a great time to begin the transition from "green to white" operations. Identify the date you want all operations to be ready to roll (consider the possibility of an early-season storm), and then work backward to create a timeline for equipment maintenance and prep. This timeline will be different for each company based on location, client expectations, amount of equipment, training and the historical knowledge of when the first snowfall typically hits.
Among the tasks that should be undertaken for equipment readiness? Evaluate your supply of major parts (plow pumps, spreader motors, hoses, etc.) and order early to ensure you're not left hanging in the middle of an event. You should have cleaned, repaired and prepped equipment for winter storage. But now is the time to take everything out and give it a good once over and ensure it is operational. For equipment that is used year-round, make sure it receives a checkup when it's switched over for winter use. Make sure routine preventive maintenance is up to date.
Watch Your Salt Output
Over the past several years, SIMA has been investing and participating in initiatives designed to adopt salt application rates that make business sense but also proactively address environmental concerns associated with over-application. The importance of adopting best practices for effective salt use became more apparent in 2012-2014, when the industry experienced salt supply shortages. Implementing salt accounting practices, calibration protocols, effective application rates and considering the benefits of liquid applications are a few ways that companies can begin to make an impact.
These are among the best practices that have been established through SIMA's Sustainable Salt Best Practices Stakeholder Advisory Committee. A free download of the best practices is available at www.sima.org/bestpractices. For those who want to take additional steps to help the industry identify real-world application rates, SIMA is seeking snow and ice management professionals to participate in the Sustainable Salt Initiative. Last season, contractors in 10 states and Canadian provinces participated in the initiative, which allowed SIMA to track more than 200 trucks, more than 1,500 properties and about 50,000 tons of applied salt. To learn more, visit sima.org/sustainablesalt.
A methodical, proactive approach to snow and ice management can help lead to safer conditions for your team and the general public and to more satisfied clients. Little steps can lead to big payoffs — regardless of how much snow falls. So don't let Mother Nature get the upper hand. Plan now for success this winter.
Cheryl Higley is manager of editorial and information for the Snow and Ice Management Association and editorial director for SIMA's Snow Business magazine.


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That guy was one crazy dude! James Frain did a great job in portraying a psychotic and obsessed vamper. I was really hooked on how he and Tara's story would evolve. Too bad though that Jason had turned him into mush. Talbot is also one I'd miss. He's one prissy house husband :P
And.. of course, there was a lot more of Eric. Eric had his fair share of 'exposure' on Season 3 and all I can say is, to borrow from Lafayette, "Oh, lordy." He he. So for season 4, which I heard would be based on "Dead to the World" - my favorite among the Sookie Stackhouse novels, I just wish there'll be no more Bill and Sookie having makeup sex. Cos frankly, I'm sick of Bill. Too boring. Sookie has to ditch Bill for good and hook up with the hottie Eric instead. See the bias? :P
So while True Blood is in hiatus, I'm gonna gear up for the new season of Glee (where Charice P. will play a character who'd rival Rachel Berry) and Amazing Race Asia (go, team 'Pinas!). I'm excited na!


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Skiathos Massage Services
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Skiathos Massage Services is a Skiathos based service company specializing in massage tratments geared to relaxation, rejuvenation as well as injuries recovery. Given that we offer a number of different massage therapies, based on your individual needs, please see below a short description about "Trigger Point Therapy":
Swedish massage therapy is the modality that comes to mind when most people think about massage. As the best-known type of bodywork performed today, one of the primary goals of the Swedish massage technique is to relax the entire body. This is accomplished by rubbing the muscles with long gliding strokes in the direction of blood returning to the heart. But Swedish massage therapy goes beyond relaxation. Swedish massage is exceptionally beneficial for increasing the level of oxygen in the blood, decreasing muscle toxins, improving circulation and flexibility while easing tension.
A study conducted by the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine, and published in The New York Times, found that volunteers who received a 45-minute Swedish massage experienced significant decreases in levels of the stress hormone cortisol, as well as arginine vasopressin-a hormone that can lead to increases in cortisol. Volunteers also had increases in the number of lymphocytes, white blood cells that are part of the immune system, and a boost in the immune cells that may help fight colds and the flu.
Additional Swedish massage techniques include circular pressure applied by the hands and palms, firm kneading, percussion-like tapping, bending and stretching. Before and during your Swedish massage session, communication is encouraged with your professional massage therapist so that your massage is customized to your specific needs.
Deep tissue massage therapy is similar to Swedish massage, but the deeper pressure is beneficial in releasing chronic muscle tension. The focus is on the deepest layers of muscle tissue, tendons and fascia (the protective layer surrounding muscles, bones and joints).
A study in the Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine found that people's blood pressure fell after a single 45 to 60 minute deep tissue massage. Additionally, a 2010 meta-analysis in the Journal of Clinical Psychiatry found that massage modalities like deep tissue reduce stress hormone levels and heart rate while boosting mood and relaxation by triggering the release of oxytocin and serotonin.
Please talk with your professional massage therapist to see if a deep tissue massage therapy would be beneficial for you.
Sports massage therapy is geared toward athletes of every kind, from world-class professionals to weekend joggers. The particulars of the sports massage technique are specific to the athlete's sport of choice. Focusing on areas of the body that are overused and stressed from repetitive and often aggressive movements.
Aspects of sports massage therapy are gaining popularity as useful components in a balanced training regimen. Sports massage therapy can be used as a means to enhance pre-event preparation and reduce recovery time for maximum performance during training or after an event. Athletes have discovered that specially designed sports massage promotes flexibility, reduces fatigue, improves endurance, helps prevent injuries and prepares their body and mind for optimal performance.
One of the key benefits of Sports massage therapy compared to other modalities is its ability to target muscle-tendon junctions. A 2010 study in the journal of Strength and Conditioning Research found that even a 30-second massage improved hip-flexor range of motion. Another study conducted by Margaret Jones, Ph.D. of the American College of Sports Medicine, demonstrated a notable trend toward decreased muscle soreness in the athletes who received massage either before or after exercise.
For anyone participating in regular physical activity, Sports massage therapy every week or two may be a great addition to your normal regimen. It's best to talk with one of our professional massage therapists to find a plan that will work best with your schedule, level of activity and budget.
Massage therapy during pregnancy is a wonderful complementary choice for prenatal care. It is a healthy way to reduce stress and promote overall wellness. Massage relieves many of the normal discomforts experienced during pregnancy, such as backaches, stiff neck, leg cramps, headaches and edema (or swelling).
In addition, massage for pregnant women reduces stress on weight-bearing joints, encourages blood and lymph circulation, helps to relax nervous tension -- which aids in better sleep -- and can help relieve depression or anxiety caused by hormonal changes.
Aromatherapy Massage is the perfect pairing of two ancient alternative healing modalities, Aromatherapy and Massage Therapy. In Aromatherapy Massage, essential oils are incorporated into the oil that is massaged into your skin. Alternately, essential oils may be diffused into the air.
Aromatherapy is used to relieve tension, reduce pain and inflammation, influence mood, ease cramping, aid digestion, relieve sinus congestion and far too many other benefits to mention here
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The roughly minute-and-half trailer showcases several new clips of each family member, focusing on action, humor and peril. We also get our first peek at the wrath of The Underminer with a action sequence between him and Mr. Incredible. As for new characters, we do not get a glimpse of any new supers, however it does appear that we get an extended glimpse of Tony Rydinger (Violet's crush), as well as a look at the most highly questioned character of the film — the raccoon. Watch the trailer embedded below (via ComicBook.com)
The image shown below, is quite possibly one of the most aesthetically pleasing shots from a Pixar film (in my opinion, of course). The talented Incredibles 2 team created an abundance of depth within this one shot, just a few standouts would be the ultra realistic reflection on the countertop, the light catching kitchen utensils, the bright-white morning sunlight off of Jack-Jack's high chair, the subtle shadowing of the countertop ledge, the morning light showcasing the paint strokes of one of the kitchen cabinets, and the incredible shades of greenery outside (each masterfully lit) — honestly, this one set appears as if it's from a live-action film.
We will be sharing more of our thoughts on this International trailer in our upcoming Pixar Podcast.
Incredibles 2 hits theaters on June 15, 2018.
UPDATED - Bonus clips - some additional TV spots have been showing up on the Disney Channel featuring a few new seconds from Dash and Violet (check them out below).
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Since GSL is coming up in a few weeks I figured I should sell off some spares/extra parts I no longer need and save on postage by bringing it all to Birmingham.
PM me if you want to reserve a particular item, if there is stuff left by GSL then it will be first come first served on the day.
- Unused Parts
2x Pollin 18V 775 Motors - £10/unit
2x 16:1 Banebots gearboxes for 775 Motors (Unopened) - £60/unit Sold
1x 64:1 Banebots Gearbox for 775 Motor (Missing Pinion) - £65 Sold Pending Payment
1x 128:1 Banebots Gearbox for 775 Motor (Missing Pinion) - £75
- Used Parts
1x Speed 900 BB Torque (Genuine) - £35 - Sold
1x Dimension Engineering 'Battle Switch' - £15
2x 30x62 Bearings for Pillow Blocks - £15 for the pair (Originally bought for Conker 1, they've never been used but look a bit battered)
- Used RX's - These are being sold as they only fail safe on the Throttle channel, however given most ESC's like the TZ85A have built in fail safes this is no longer a major issue.
2x Spektrum AR6100e - £10/unit
2x Spektrum AR6110 - £15/unit
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Galerie Nächst St. Stephan Rosmarie Schwarzwälder, Vienna curated by Philipp Kaiser, Los Angeles
October 3 – November 8, 2014
Painting was declared dead more than once, yet over the centuries and decades it has continually assumed new formations and reinvented itself. It may be old and seem outdated, but painting is also perhaps the most direct medium, along with drawing, to pursue the question as to what might constitute the image. The three artists in this
exhibition, all of whom reside in Los Angeles, are conscious of its history. Still, they all engender a subjective, privatistic cosmos that expands the repertoire of painting in an idiosyncratic way.
In 2004, Rebecca Morris wrote in her eponymous manifesto that her painting was intended to look enigmatic and mythical to a degree that might indicate that she had been locked in a shed since the 1940s. Her explicit claim to autonomy, along with her intuitive point of access, which views historical fixation as positioning rather than limitation, evokes a calm sense of abstraction not dissimilar to the ornamentation of her patchwork quilts. The painterly practice of Laura Owens merges, in polyphonic images, manifold worlds, styles, and textures, to produce privatistic abstractions. On the one hand, these abstractions fathom the potential of image creation in a reflexive manner; on the other, compositions of extreme lightness and self-determination are spawned. The work of Laura Owens and Rebecca Morris attests to a refined subjectivism, which follows the inner voice of painting with utmost faith. The abstractions of Caitlin Lonegan's painting, in turn, mimic the heroic figures of Abstract Expressionism, thus staging subjectivity, as it were. Her compositions are based on sketches and drawings whose marks and traces are translated into large-format images.
Wake Up Early, Fear Death is interested in newly reflexive private and subjective states. Morris, Owens, and Lonegan awaken before the others and create unique works beyond what is already known.
Caitlin Lonegan (1982, l. in Los Angeles), Rebecca Morris (1969, l. in Los Angeles), Laura Owens (1970, l. in Los Angeles)
Philipp Kaiser (1972) is a curator who lives and works in Los Angeles. From 2012 to 2014 he was director of Museum Ludwig in Cologne
WAKE UP EARLY, FEAR DEATH Caitlin Lonegan Galerie Nächst St. Stephan Rosmarie Schwarzwälder, Vienna
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The Jonathan Levy Collection was donated to ASU Library in 1999. It contained over 350 books with copyrights from the 17th through 20th centuries, and manuscripts chronicling Levy's distinguished academic and professional career. Previously the Child Drama Collection only documented the history of the field from 1900 onward. The Levy collection expanded research possibilities back to the 16th century and made the Child Drama Collection the largest repository of materials on theatre for youth in the world.
Jonathan Levy's book collection documents the early history of Theatre for Youth, the position of children in society, and the cultural taste and sensibility of historical periods.
These subjects are addressed in the following types of books:
* Plays to be acted for and by children
* School textbooks, readers and speakers
* Annuals and gift books, many with short plays
* Biographies of playwrights and children's writers
* Criticism and history of theatre for young audiences
* Reference books on children and theatre
* Dialogues and recitations
Levy amassed this collection beginning in the 1960's. These published monographs and periodicals are catalogued separately on the ASU Library online catalogue under the unique call numbers LEV and LEVP.
According to Levy, building his library started almost by accident while he was working on his doctoral degree and beginning his teaching career.
". . . I was also writing plays, some of which were plays for children. I got interested in who had written plays for children before me, why they did it and what good they thought could come of it. I looked for a standard general history of the field and found, to my surprise, that none existed. From then on, I began to buy books for my own use, out of curiosity. Over the years I got increasingly serious about my collection and worked with antiquarian booksellers in America and Europe to build the collection. Also, when I was traveling, I spent a good deal of time looking through piles of old books in second-hand shops, barns, flea markets and so on, occasionally finding some treasure that had been previously overlooked. That was, as any collector will tell you, the most satisfactory of all."
Jonathan Levy is an award-winning playwright, Distinguished Teaching Professor at SUNY Stony Brook and Visiting Scholar at the Harvard University Graduate School of Education. He has numerous publications in the fields of theatre for youth: history, criticism and theory; playwriting; arts assessment; and aesthetics. He received the AATE (American Alliance for Theatre & Education) Charlotte B. Chorpenning Playwright Award in 1979 for his body of outstanding plays for children.
His dissertation titled Carlo Gozzi: Three Fables for the Theatre has translations for the following Gozzi plays--Turandot, The Little Green Bird and The Serpent Queen.
For a more detailed biography, see the "biographical note"
in his finding aid on the Arizona Archives Online website.
Levy's manuscripts document his playwriting for adult and young audiences, arts consulting and academic careers. Also included are the research and pre-print materials for his books and articles and his curricular work with Project Zero at Harvard University and with the International Baccalaureate Organization.
A copy of the finding aid with a list of the materials in his manuscript collection is available online at azarchivesonline.org.


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|Junior Software Developer - NIWA
|Software developer
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|Strategy and co-ordination, hydrodynamic risk modelling, enduser interaction. hydrodynamic hazards, post disaster data collection, communication.
|Rob Bell
|Programme Leader: Hazards & Risk and Principal Scientist (Coastal & Estuarine Processes) NIWA
|Strategy within the NIWA core hazard programme, coastal hazard risk, end-user interaction, Risk assessment, coastal hazards and risk (storm inundation, coastal erosion, tsunami), climate-change imapcts
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|Flood hazard assessment, Hydrology; flood frequency analysis; infrastructure surveys
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|Hazard models, fragility functions Submarine Landslides, Tsunami hazard
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|Wind modelling, speedup over hills, storm analysis Weather hazard analysis
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|Wind hazard, post disaster surveys Wind hazard modules
|Hazard Analyst, NIWA
|Tsunami hazard/risks; Multiple-hazard cross-cutting development; Pacific Islands hazards/risks Tsunami perils (modeling; paleodeposits; fragility functions); Natural hazards & disaster management; Post-disaster investigation; Stakeholder engagement
|Andrew King
|Exposure database, vulnerability, engine development, future vision
|Rob Buxton
|Risk Simulation Modeller. GNS
|Rainfall induced landslide model, liquefaction model Model development and application
|Sally Dallow
|Landslide and liquefaction hazard modelling Engineering geology - earthquake and landslide hazards
|Hazard and Risk Management Researcher, GNS Science
|End user engagement - training and research, social impacts, risk communication Communication of warnings, especially for volcanoes, severe weather and earthquakes (aftershocks)
|Risk Engineer. GNS
|Asset models (incl. data capture tool), and fragility/vulnerability models for earthquakes development Model development and application
|Volcano Volcanic hazard and risk modelling
|Engineering fragility models Structural Engineering - earthquake
|Christof Mueller
|Tsunami, Agile role: Product Owner Tsunami Hazard assessment local Tsunami
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|MMI assignments, felt reports, seismic vulnerability of Unreinforced masonry churches Seismic hazard analysis, macroseismic studies, GeoNet felt reports, seismic vulnerability of Unreinforced masonry churches, site effects, site response modelling
|Rand Huso
|Climate Services Scientist NIWA
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|New risk modelling methodologies (e.g. post-event residential habitability and human displacement); end user engagement.
|Risk Modeler - GNS
|Lifelines type standards, co-seismic vulnerability models for lifelines, tsunami vulnerability and functionality models for lifelines, disaster risk modelling, software testing.
|PARTneR Coordinator - Vanuatu
|End-User engagement; RiskScape communications and knowledge exchange in developing Case study modelling.
|PARTneR Coordinator - Samoa
|Environmental economist
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|Vulnerability functions for water related hazards
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Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is a common condition that can affect a female's fertility potential. It can present symptomatically in each person in many different ways, such as weight gain, acne, hirsutism, irregular menstrual cycles, and infertility. Not all females with PCOS will present with multiple cysts on the ovaries, but all present with difficulties with regular ovulation and associated hormone imbalances. Fortunately, PCOS is a condition that can be effectively treated and addressed with proper Naturopathic care.
What causes PCOS?
PCOS can be considered an inflammatory condition resulting from various dietary and lifestyle factors. When the body becomes inflammed, it often leads to insulin resistance – an inability of tissues and cells to respond properly to insulin, leading to progressive increases of glucose in the bloodstream. The resulting uncontrolled rise of blood sugar levels increases fat deposition and triggers the production of cortisol and testosterone. High levels of cortisol and testosterone can stop ovulation and cause a cascade of hormone imbalance symptoms.
Naturopathic Treatment of PCOS
Naturopathic Medicine is effective at addressing the underlying causes of PCOS, resolving PCOS-related symptoms, and restoring hormone balance and proper ovulation. A multi-faceted approach often results in the fastest and best outcomes and may include:
- Nutritional guidance – diet is an important way to decrease inflammation and balance blood sugars. Individualized dietary advice ensures the plan is easy-to-follow and effective.
- Lifestyle support – a proper exercise program is vital to maintaining good metabolic balance and supporting all aspects of good health.
- Nutriceutical supplements & Botanical remedies – there are many natural supplements and herbal remedies that are just as effective as pharmaceutical drugs (ie. Metformin) at addressing insulin resistance and hormone imbalance, all without the potential side effects.
- Acupuncture – a whole-body approach to restore proper organ function, balance hormones and optimize fertility.
~ Dr. Patti
Gonzalez, F. Inflammation in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Underpinning of insulin resistance and ovarian dysfunction Steroids. 2012 Mar 10; 77(4): 300-305


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After my success with making my own pyjama pants, I was itching to start a new ongoing sewing project to work on during my down-time after work and on the weekends.
I decided to go with another project by Tilly Walnes, this time from her blog: the Picnic Blanket skirt! I've been looking for a few more pieces I can add to my 'casual Friday' wardrobe, and this skirt looked like it would fit the bill.
I picked up the fabric for the skirt at the same BrisStyle De-stash and Dash event where I got the fabric for my Margot pyjama pants. I really liked the look of Tilly's original skirt, so I went with a lovely navy-and-white plaid cotton fabric (from the 1990s!), and picked up some wooden buttons from my local Spotlight.
After about three weeks of sewing for a few hours at a time on weekends and before bed some weeknights, I finally finished my very own Picnic Blanket skirt!
It was my first time making gathers and sewing buttonholes. Since I'm still a novice, I did have to refer to Tilly's book Love at First Stitch a couple of times to make sure I was doing a few of the techniques right. But the steps on the website were otherwise very easy to follow. I stitched the pockets about an inch too low down the side seams, but oh well – they're still usable!
I really enjoyed making this skirt, and I'm glad it turned out so well! I can't wait to start my next sewing project… maybe I could tackle a dress next!


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Edith Wharton was born in 1862 in New York, into a rich and socially prominent family. She began to write at an early age, although it was a habit viewed by her family as unsuitable for a woman of her social class. In 1885 she married Edward "Teddy" Wharton, a Boston banker. They lived a privileged life, but Wharton gradually grew dissatisfied with the roles of wife and society matron. The Whartons moved to Paris in 1907 and divorced in 1913. Edith continued to live in France, her beloved adoptive home, until her death in 1937.


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Chassis 1036 (RM Auctions)
A factory report dated October 28, 1948, held in the Tucker archives at the Gilmore Car Museum, indicates that chassis number 1036 had been completed on October 20, with body number 33 and engine number 33585. It was one of a dozen cars painted Maroon (paint code 600). No transmission was listed, as it is believed that this was one of more than a dozen Tuckers that remained unfinished and were waiting for transmissions when the factory closed. This is confirmed by the final factory inventory, dated March 3, 1949, which shows the car being in factory building number four with no transmission and having a price/value of $2,000.
Along with the other cars, chassis number 1036 was eventually completed by faithful Tucker employees somewhat "off the record." On October 18, 1950, this car, along with the other Tuckers built and all the other contents of the factory, went to auction at a sale conducted by Samuel L. Winternitz and Company, which took place on site at 7401 South Cicero Avenue. The car is believed to have been sold to the St. Louis area, where it was finally outfitted with a transmission and made roadworthy.
In 1997, the Tucker was acquired by Bob Pond. For a decade, it remained as the centerpiece of his legendary collection, spending many years on prominent display at the Palm Springs Air Museum.
To acquire one of the most legendary American cars is a rare opportunity. To acquire one with such well-known and utterly fascinating history is especially priceless. The saying remains as true today as in 1948: "Don't Let a Tucker Pass You By."
This 1948 Tucker 48, chassis 1036, Lot 140, sold for $1,567,500, including buyer's premium, at RM's Monterey Auction on August 15, 2014.
Chassis 1003 (Gooding & Company)
While America's "Big Three" manufacturers concentrated on producing lightly updated pre-war models to meet the incredible pent-up demand for new automobiles in the immediate aftermath of World War II, smaller independent manufacturers and brash startups launched bold, new designs. Successful industrialist Preston Tucker remains the most famous of all, with his drive to revolutionize the auto industry with his radical Tucker "Torpedo," known as the "48."
Not only is car 1003 the third example built and the first fitted with the rubber-sandwich suspension, it is one of the 12 Model 48s originally finished in maroon. It is also the first Tucker equipped with a revised front bumper providing improved frontal protection and the redesigned rear fenders providing easier rear-wheel removal.
This 1948 Tucker 48, chassis 1003, Lot 49, sold for $2,035,000, including buyer's premium, at Gooding & Company's Pebble Beach Auction on August 16, 2014.


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Sep 10, 2013|
If you're located in the Seattle area, we highly recommend checking out the upcoming exhibit at the Seattle Art Museum, titled, "Peru: Kingdoms of the Sun and the Moon." Hundreds of archaeological treasures from northern Peru will be on exhibit from October 17, 2013 – January 5, 2014. Bonus! We will be raffling off free tickets to the SAM's Peru art exhibit at our upcoming Peru travel seminar, to be held in Edmonds WA on September 21st. Read more details about the seminar. The Seattle Art Museum considers this show a real treat: the SAM is the only US venue where these pre-Colombian artifacts will be displayed, and some have never been showcased outside of Peru. Artifacts from the Mochica, Chimu, Lambayeque, and Inca cultures will be present. One of the iconic pieces of the exhibit is a pre-Colombian gold mask from the Royal Tomb of Sipan (see image to left). The piece is called, "Ornament in the shape of a human head," and dates back to 100-800 A.D. It is made of gold, silver, and lapis lazuli. The Royal Tomb of Sipan is located in Lambayeque, in northern Peru. The fact that the ornament is decorated with lapis lazuli, which is found only in Chile, shows that the region had extensive trade networks during this period. Another fascinating golden mask, also from the Mochica people and dating back to 100-800 AD, is made of flattened gold, with tentacles spanning out from the face, and decorated with chrysocolla and shells (see image at top of article). It is normally housed in the Museo de la Nación, Lima. Also on exhibit are colonial-era and 20th-century Peruvian art pieces, including sculpture, metalwork, painting, pottery, gold and silver ornaments, photography, and textiles. The exhibit is an amalgamation of private and public collections from Peru, Canada, France, Germany, and the United States. During the the time when Peru was a viceroyalty of the Spanish crown, and leading up to the present day, the Spanish artistic tradition with indigenous traditions created a unique blend of artistic styles. The Cusqueño school of art is perhaps the most famous example of this creative clash of cultures. Colonial-era artists from the Cusco region painted Christian religious scenes that also embedded local folklore – such as a guinea pig (a local delicacy) at the Last Supper table. Plan your visit to the SAM to see "Peru: Kingdoms of the Sun and the Moon." Read more in-depth about the exhibit & Peruvian art.
Tours of Archaeology in Peru
We offer several tours to Northern Peru, which include in-depth explorations of the archaeological treasures of the Mochica, Chimu, and Lambayeque cultures. You can go on our 13 day tour of Chan Chan, Trujillo, and Kuelap, to see pre-Inca ruins, fortresses, and royal tombs. Or venture on the 8 day tour to Trujillo, Chiclayo, and Cajamarca, and see the archeological trove of Sipán. You can also include a tour of Cusco and Machu Picchu, where you can see the magnificent Inca ruins and examples of the Cusqueño school of art. View all our Northern Peru Tours. Don't forget! We will be raffling off free tickets to the SAM's Peru art exhibit at our upcoming Peru travel seminar, to be held in Edmonds WA on September 21st. Read more details about the seminar here.


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We are including the community to help us design and build the new Kids Kastle. The original playground was built in 1994 and is in need of replacement. See how you can be part of this exciting project - attend Design Day on Sat. Sept. 7!


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Hawai'i Association for College Admission Counseling
`A `ohe hana nui ke alu `ia
No task is too big when done together by all
Encourage your students and art teachers to stop by. There will be a short introduction with much of the time being spent reviewing portfolios. Students may bring their actual artwork or electronically on their iPads or laptops. Seniors will be given priority for reviews, but this is an excellent opportunity for younger students to get an idea of the portfolio process.
This program is free of charge.
For more information contact: Derek Kang, Director of College Counseling at Mid-Pacific Institute ([email protected])
Address: P.O. Box 236052, Honolulu, HI 96823-3520
Email: [email protected]
HACAC is a non-profit organization of professionals working in the realm of college admissions, both on the secondary and post-secondary levels. Like our parent organization, the National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC), we are dedicated to helping students transition to post-secondary education through education, collaboration, and community building.
"Hawaii Association for College Admission Counseling" is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization.


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Zayed Higher Organization celebrates World Cerebral Palsy Day 2018 at Warner Bros. World™, Abu Dhabi as well as the launch of their "I am here" media campaign, in line with the global campaign of World Cerebral Palsy Day. Al Humaidan: "We strive to develop our services and continually seek to integrate and empower our stakeholders in the community".
Zayed Higher Organization aims to mark World Cerebral Palsy Day by raising public awareness of Cerebral Palsy, particularly relating to causes, symptoms and prevention. Further to this, the organization aims to inform media and the public of individual rights related to mental health, education, social, economic and rehabilitation services. Access to these services remains a central element toward enabling persons with Cerebral Palsy to play an active and influential role in the process of inclusive and sustainable social and economic development.
In conjunction with the World Cerebral Palsy Day "I am here" international campaign, Zayed Higher Organization for Humanitarian Care and Special Needs celebrates World Cerebral Palsy Day by launching an extensive public awareness campaign across our social media platforms. The focus of this campaign is to highlight the exceptional talents of individuals diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy within the Zayed Higher Organization family who have been able to challenge disability through the launch of their talents and innovations in the community. One such individual is Huda Al Kaabi, an artist of incredible potential, who uses her creative gifts to challenge social preconceptions and push her toward success as a small business owner. Abdullah Rashid Al Maharami, also diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy which severely affects his physical abilities, has overcome all obstacles and is a talented poet and short-story writer, through the use of eye-gaze technology. In focusing on the individualism and capabilities of individuals with Cerebral Palsy, the campaign will also include athletes, students, employees, farmers, a horse-rider, a scuba diver and a jeweler, to name but a few.
For World Cerebral Palsy Day, Zayed Higher Organization arranged for this group of exceptional People of Determination to visit the world's first-ever Warner Bros. branded indoor theme park. The theme park features some of the world's most iconic characters and stories under one roof including: Batman, Superman and Wonder Woman as well as Bugs Bunny, Scooby-Doo, Tom and Jerry and The Flintstones, among others.
During the visit to Warner Bros. World, Abu Dhabi, the students enjoyed a variety of exciting entertainment and experiences, accompanied by some of their family members with world-renowned personalities who instilled a spirit of hope, vitality and happiness in the hearts of students, visitors and staff alike.
Abdullah Al-Humaidan, Secretary-General of Zayed Higher Organization, praised the efforts of His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the U.A.E., in providing for both citizens in general and People of Determination. He also expressed his gratitude for the continuous support of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces in the mission of the organization. Mr. Al Humaidan highlighted the directives of His Highness relating to the need to provide the best expertise, medical devices and rehabilitation services to all centers affiliated to the care of People of Determination in the community and to benefit from the experiences of developed countries in this field to guarantee the provision of world-class rehabilitative care.
In accordance with the directives of His Highness the Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and the supervision of His Highness Sheikh Khalid bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of the Board of Directors and in accordance with its humanitarian mission, Zayed Higher Organization will continue to strive to enhance the services provided to People of Determination, including individuals with Cerebral Palsy. These services will focus on rehabilitation, education and training toward providing them with the right job opportunities and encompassing their passion in the journey toward their integration, equality and empowerment in society.
The Secretary General said that the organization is working in accordance with the highest international standards, and the best care programs and educational qualifications applied in developed countries in the field of rehabilitative care. The organization will ensure the provision of the highest possible standards of service and care to People of Determination across all ZHO centers, stretching across the Emirate of Abu Dhabi.
He also thanked the parents who have been keen to accompany their children, the employees of the Foundation and all the participants from the community and volunteers for World Cerebral Palsy Day 2018. He expressed his wish to organize the event annually, for the benefit of our sons and daughters, to exchange experience and knowledge. Most importantly, he underlined that participation in these activities and events highlights the abilities and skills of our People of Determination and emphasizes their capacity to not only overcome their disabilities, but to transform them into creativity and excellence.


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BERLIN - At least nine people were killed and 43 hurt on Saturday, police said, as a coach carrying Polish holidaymakers collided with another Polish minibus near the eastern German city of Dresden.
The crash happened in the early hours of Saturday morning on the A4 motorway that links Poland and Germany.
There were deaths in both the double-decker coach and the smaller minibus and there were several serious injuries, according to German authorities.
German police have already identified six of the nine dead as Polish nationals. The 43 injured were rushed to nearby hospitals.
According to early indications, the Polish coach crashed into a Ukrainian coach in front of it, skidding across the motorway and then collided with the Polish minibus, which was travelling in the other direction.
Police blocked the motorway in both directions but could not say how long the rescue and clean-up operation was likely to take.
According to Polish travel company Sindbad, which operates the coach, there were 65 passengers on board and three crew. The majority were Polish.


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October 29, 2012
Marvel Comics Papercraft: Doctor Doom Mask
here. Doctor Doom, as you may know, is a super villain in the Marvel Comics universe who has gone up against the likes of Spider-Man, the Avengers and the X-Men.
October 26, 2012
Gremlins Paper Dolls
October 23, 2012
Robot Action Figure Paper Toy
Build a robot action figure at home! All you need is a printer, an X-acto knife, tape (double stick tape works better), and two flexible straws! ...real posable arms and legs! Eight points of articulation! Wow!Andy's paper toy matches a robot character in a book he wrote. The template is available here.
October 21, 2012
Printable Dark Knight Rises Masks
Vulture.com. The thing I like about these masks is their simplicity. Each one is a single piece that is folded and taped to form the mask. But alas, there is a catch. The masks require 11" x 17" size paper which is too large for many home printers to handle. To make printing easier for myself I split each template into two letter size (8.5" x 11") parts that can be taped together. Links to copies of the split templates are listed below.
Bane Mask
Batman Mask
Catwoman Mask
Bane Mask
Batman Mask
Catwoman Mask
October 19, 2012
Scooby Doo Papercraft
here. The build photo above is by Josh at Sidewinder's Model Works.
UPDATE 2/6/2018: More Scooby Doo characters available here!
UPDATE 2/6/2018: More Scooby Doo characters available here!
October 16, 2012
KH2 Papercraft: Castle That Never Was Treasure Chest
here. Here are links to some of my favorite chests in the series:
Halloween Town Treasure Chest
Beast's Castle Treasure Chest
Disney Castle Treasure Chest
100 Acre Wood Treasure Chest
Aladdin (Agrabah) Treasure Chest
Halloween Town Treasure Chest
Beast's Castle Treasure Chest
Disney Castle Treasure Chest
100 Acre Wood Treasure Chest
Aladdin (Agrabah) Treasure Chest
October 15, 2012
Paper Automata Skull
October 14, 2012
Harry Potter Papercraft: Peppermint Toad Box
LoneLantern who was also kind enough to include a recipe to create some real candy toads to go inside. Yum!
October 12, 2012
WindUp Rocket Paper Toy
As a company promotion, WindUp Rocket offers a free paper toy version of their logo. WindUp Rocket is an iPhone and iPad development company with "a passion for beautiful apps". Partnering with the best illustrators and designers around, and employing "generations of wind up toy know-how", the company strives to craft wonderful, delightful applications.
October 10, 2012
Borderlands 2 Papercraft: 3D Handsome Jack Mask
here. Previously, I posted some 2D Borderlands 2 masks.
October 9, 2012
1993 Dodge Viper GTS Coupe Paper Model
here. The build photo is by Capaso.
October 8, 2012
Death Eater Masks Build Photo
No Face mask I did in 2009.
Death Eater Mask #9
Death Eater Mask #8
Death Eater Mask #7
Death Eater Mask #6
Death Eater Mask #5
Death Eater Mask #4
Death Eater Mask #3
Death Eater Mask #2
Death Eater Mask #1
Death Eater Mask #9
Death Eater Mask #8
Death Eater Mask #7
Death Eater Mask #6
Death Eater Mask #5
Death Eater Mask #4
Death Eater Mask #3
Death Eater Mask #2
Death Eater Mask #1
October 6, 2012
Skyrim Papercraft: Dragonscale Helmet
here. For those of you with Mac computers who cannot open PDO files, I have created a PDF file of the template which may be downloaded here.
October 4, 2012
Naruto Papercraft: Kakashi's ANBU Mask
In the Naruto animated series, the character Kakashi Hatake is former member of the Konoha ANBU. The ANBU are a squad that performs special missions such as assassinations and torture. Each of the ANBU wear a porcelain mask to hide their identity. Some of the masks are made to look like animals. Kakashi's mask is modeled to look like a dog. This papercraft model of Kakashi's ANBU mask was created by Lyrin-83. The template may be downloaded here.
October 3, 2012
1930's Police Car and Taxi Paper Models
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Sunday, January 11, 2015
Much like how Fruitvale Station was released amid the frenzy of the George Zimmerman trial, Selma was released following the outrage over the failure to indict the murderers of Michael Brown and Eric Garner. All of these acts of pointless violence is just proof that, to quote George Santayana, those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it.
Similar to The Imitation Game, Selma focuses on the life of a revolutionary man rather than the tragic way it ended. But unlike The Imitation Game, which depicted Alan Turing as a martyr because of his homosexuality, Selma doesn't make King (or any of the other characters) a sinner or a saint. The film merely depicts him as what he was: a human being.
Speaking of the other characters, Selma is more than just a film about King. (Oyelowo, by the way, is electrifying as King.) Selma is a film about, well, the people of Selma. DuVernay and cinematographer Bradford Young both focus on the many faces of the small Alabama town, showing how crucial they are to both the story and to history.
Selma is without a doubt a film that will stand out as the years pass. Thanks to DuVernay, Oyelowo and the many other actors involved, this is a film that will resonate with those who watch it.
My Rating: *****
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This September, my husband and I had our first stopover in Reykjavík, Iceland on our way to France. While walking around the city, we quickly noticed an interesting subculture that we weren't expecting to see here: street art. And there was a lot of it. So much so, that we started to photograph some of our favourites.
This one seemed innocuous enough. It's instructions on how to tie a tie:
Many of the murals are due to a collaboration between Iceland Airwaves, a local music festival, and Urban Nation, based in Berlin. Entitled "Wall Poetry," the ongoing project is a way of encouraging musicians and street artists to blend their crafts in order to create urban art in public spaces.
The mural below is by Elle, with inspiration from a song by a band called Úlfur Úlfur:
An artist by the name of Tankpetrol painted this one in the Old Harbour area. A song by a band called Gus Gus inspired this mural:
Since this is a stand-alone building, with no other buildings in immediate proximity, the mural is only threatened by being painted over one day, or perhaps future demolition of the building itself. But many murals have been painted on the sides of buildings that are currently only visible due to active demolition/construction in Reykjavík.
Which means, inevitably, many of these murals will get covered up once new buildings are erected. The mural below is just one example of this. You can still see the imprint of the old building that was demolished next door. Ernest Zacharevic painted this mural, with inspiration from Dikta:
This brightly painted mural might not last forever either, if the scaffolding on the building beside it is any indication of the construction boom happening in Reykjavík right now:
I imagine most street artists are fully aware of the temporariness of their work. But some of these murals are so stunning, it would really be a huge loss to cover them up. Just look at this one, for example:
This Reykjavík street art, by an artist called D*Face, was one that particularly drew my attention, I'm not sure why. But isn't that one of the aspects of great art; that it evokes some sort of emotion or visceral feeling? I do love the comic book aspect of the work too:
I love the serene oceanic colours and theme of this one by Raff. According to the date, Raff painted this one in 2012:
Not all of the murals cover entire walls of buildings, either. Check out this smaller mural. I'm not sure what the symbolism here is, with a fox carrying a house on its back. But Icelanders are known for great sagas and storytelling. So I'm sure there's a tale to tell here:
And if you're really lucky, as we were, you may even catch an artist working on a mural!
Discovering all these murals was an unexpected treat during our stay in Reykjavik. It really enhanced our experience and gave us something to seek out on every street we walked down. So if you're ever in Reykjavik, keep an eye out for the incredible street art, fleeting as some of it may be!
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