text:
This is a replacement mouthpiece made by Pulsar specifically for the APX portable vaporizer. This mouthpiece also includes a screen assembly. Please note that this mouthpiece is designed for the APX vaporizer, and is not compatible with any other units.
- 1 x Pulsar APX Mouthpiece
- 1 x Replacement Screen
Pulsar APX Mouthpiece Additional Information
|1 x 1 x 1.25 in.
|0.05 lbs.
Pulsar APX Mouthpiece Ratings & Reviews
Q: Will you be selling the Pulsar APX Vaporizer Slip-On Mouth Piece Heat Guard that came with my original packaging?
A: Hi Leanne, Please visit our Pulsar parts page to view what's currently available: https://www.vapornation.com/pulsar-accessories.html Best Wishes, The VaporNation Team
Q: Is this the same mouthpiece that's included with the Pulsar APX? Is it made of silicone?
A: Hi Fae, This is the same type of mouthpiece that comes with the Pulsar APX. The Pulsar APX mouthpiece is made of food-grade plastic. Best Wishes, The VaporNation Team


text:
Chiropractor Georgetown TX
Welcome to Discover Chiropractic and Wellness located in Georgetown. Chiropractic is one of the most amazing healthcare professions, but very few people understand what it's all about. This article is here to help you gain a basic understanding of how our Georgetown chiropractors can help you and your family.
Discover Chiropractic and Wellness
Chiropractic care is the practice of using spinal alignment to alleviate a wide variety of physical ailments. This is accomplished by adjusting the position of the spinal column to its proper shape, providing a non-invasive solution for pain relief. Life is movement and freeing up the nervous system to do its life saving work is paramount in caring for our patients.
How Can Chiropractic Care Help You?
Many people dismiss chiropractic as being something only for back pain, but chiropractic treatment can be used to treat a wide variety of physical issues, such as migraines and headaches, chronic pain, carpal tunnel, pain due to injury or muscle strain, and much more.
Dr. Shepard is a Clinical Excellence Award recipient who has the only office in our area to provide cutting edge treatments that are changing the face of healthcare and can get you back to work and play pain free. He has treated and conferred with MD's & PT's and with his sports background has helped many athletes as well. Dr. Shepard is a wellness expert who is able to specialize all of his patient care by really listening to your needs in order to care for your overall health.
Our chiropractic team at Discover Chiropractic and Wellness is ready to discuss your needs. We look forward to hearing from you. Call today to schedule an appointment.

subset: commoncrawl


text: Sacred Destinations Destinations St. Peter's Basilica St. Peter's Basilica Photos 25776 × share full URL share short URL embed link code photo 76 of 126 Previous | Next St. Veronica Statue of St. Veronica in the southwest pier. According to Catholic tradition, Veronica offered Jesus her veil so he could wipe his face during his walk to Calvary. When he did so, an image of his face was miraculously transferred to the cloth. The base of the statue contains the relic of Veronica's veil. Credit: Holly Hayes


text:
Hikari's YuGiOh and Yu Yu Hakusho Shrine*
YuYu Hakusho Character Bios
Here are the characters of my favorite anime!! Sadly, cartoon network took it off the air (dang u cartoon network!!)
and replaced it with gay kiddy shows. ::sigh:: i still buy the dvds but they are costing me a fortune!! (25$ a dvd!)
Yusuke Urameshi
Kazuma Kuwabara
Shuichi Minamino AKA Kurama
Hiei Jaganshi
I got all of this information from: http://www.yuyuhakusho.com/index.cfm
I got this music from http://www.freewebs.com/kirara_the_demon/Home.html
I do not own any of the YuGiOh or Yu Yu Hakusho characters. I simply love the show and manga
and am a big fan :)


text:
Ready to be one of the top? And not one of the many?
Top Gun is your guild! Level 40 guild and routinely top 1, 2 (occasionally 3) in a tourney. There is plenty of room to shine!
We have a handful of keepers that score 10+k (top 5), several in the 1k range (top 10), and numerous in the range below (top 20-25). What does this mean to you? If you can drive a good score, you can score big results at Top Gun!
We are not cut throat, but we are competitive! If you want to have fun and to earn big rewards, join us at Top Gun!
And, if you want to contribute and not be cut, we also have a spot for you!
Cheers and see you soon! (One way or another! )
-The Sweat Lodge
AKA Tsl, AKA Lst


text:
AutoNation Lincoln Auburn is a great place to get your Lincoln serviced and maintained. If you live in Auburn, Montgomery, Columbus, or Opelika and need to have your Lincoln vehicle serviced or maintained, then fill out our Services Appointment Form or call us today!
Where can you get an oil change or mileage service? At AutoNation Lincoln Auburn's Service Center you will find our knowledgeable team ready to keep your Lincoln vehicle running smoothly. Some of the services we provide include:
- Oil changes
- Tire rotations
- Transmission repair
- Brake replacement
- Wheel alignment
- 30k, 60k, or 90k service
- And more!
AutoNation Lincoln Auburn offers first-rate service and original equipment manufacturer (OEM) parts for all your service and maintenance needs. Our factory-trained and certified Lincoln repair technicians are here to provide superior service in a timely manner. We stock OEM parts and genuine Lincoln accessories.
At AutoNation Lincoln Auburn we are proud of our service and quality of craftsmanship. When you bring in your Lincoln to our Service Center in Auburn, we start a customer service connection that lasts the life of your car and beyond. It is our goal to bring you a superior experience that keeps you coming back for all your car care needs.
From simple oil changes and dent repair, to more complex work such as collision or accident repairs, AutoNation Lincoln Auburn is ready to service your vehicle in a timely manner. Take a look at our current service specials for your local Lincoln service center, where we service all your Lincoln vehicle's needs!
At AutoNation Lincoln Auburn, our services department is standing by to help you keep your Lincoln in top shape, with professional sales and service staff to provide you with a customer service experience that exceeds your expectations.
Your privacy is important to us.
Our Dealership takes your privacy seriously and does not rent or sell your personal information to third parties without your consent. Read our privacy policy.


text:
version of this entire document
Groupwise MDL Algorithm
Comparing Registration Algorithms
Pairwise Registration to a
Groupwise Congealing Algorithm
Learned-Miller et. al. [
] originally introduced their 'congealing' algorithm for registering a set of hand-written digits. The aim was to avoid the arbitrary selection of a co-ordinate frame, by repeatedly registering each image with an evolving "average" model. Given the current set of transformed images (initially the original images), for each pixel position, 2#2, the probability density function of intensities, 89#89, at that position across the set of images, 90#90 is estimated. The objective function is then the sum of entropies of these distributions across the whole image, 91#91. A set of image deformations were optimised to minimise this. In later work on registering sets of 3D medical images [
], the objective function was approximated by 92#92, where 93#93 is the value of pixel 2#2 in deformed image 94#94. During optimisation, each image was warped so as to bring pixels with similar intensities into correspondence across the set. We implemented this later approach.
Roy Schestowitz 2007-03-11


text:
Christine L - California
I spent a lovely time at Ghoha during my last trip. The managers Abram and Nanette know the real meaning of hospitality. Sinche the check in they took good care of me offering at top quality service. Room was big and elegantely furnished. The guide during the game drive was very informative and helpful, his knowledge was very deep. Last but not least the food was simply divine ! All in all I highly reccomend Ghoha for his location, staff and big attention to the small details !
Emiliano B
Windhoek, Namibia
Ghoha Hills was like a dream come true! I travelled alone this past July and my first stop in Botswana was here. Set atop the beautiful hills, the tents are like "Out of Africa" gems. You can get lost in them and they are like nothing I have ever seen. But, most of all are the two people who manage Ghoha Hills, Nanette and Abram, are the most fantastic people. They treat you "individually" with such kindness and pampering that you will feel bathed in love. When I go back to Africa, I will "always" stay at Ghoha Hills. The food, game drives and staff are magnificent. I couldn't possibly have asked for more. My last day, the entire staff got together and sang and danced for me and I couldn't have felt more loved and will miss this extraordinary place more than words can tell!
Piermont, New York
Ghoha Hills is such a magical place, high up on a hill with breathtaking views over the valley. From the moment we arrived the staff were so friendly and welcoming, and nothing was too much trouble, with our every whim catered to. The tented accommodation was superb and very comfortable. BG our guide was quite the character and the Manager was absolutely wonderful. Overall excellent 3 night stay there, and would definitely go back again!
Gillian and Linda
Melbourne, Australia
Visiting Botswana is wonderful experience per se, but Ghoha hills lodge is really something. Excellent location on a hill allows you to observe the animals even while enjoying your breakfast. The tents are luxurious and eco-friendly at the same time. But the best of it is the staff that makes you feel really special and gives you that great impression of Africa that you take home with you and stays in your memory for a long, long time. When the staff gathers and sings their native songs and dances for their guests…incredible. Our whole family (8 &12 years old daughters) enjoyed the place tremendously.
Ljubljana, Slovenia
We have spend two nights in Ghoha Hills and couldn't leave the place!
1) Abram and Nanette are the nicest managers I have ever met. They did everything to make our stay unforgettable, with success.
2) The rooms are amazing! Specially the view which is very special compare to the other lodges in Botswana.
3) Perfect place for game drive. As the concession is private, you can drive during hours without crossing another car.
4) Food: Perfect. They are aware of the gluten allergy and are cooking delicious dishes for every taste.
5) Guide: very professional and talented. The one day game drive was a great experience!
6) Atmosphere: Peaceful in a cosy place, nicely decorated.
Conclusion: we loved our honeymoon in Ghoha Hills! ;-) Warmly recommended!
Neuchatel, Switzerland
We were on a 4 ½ weeks self drive round trip in Namibia and Botswana staying at 14 lodges.
The following is an excerpt of our diary of our stay at Ghoha Hills Savuti Lodge from September 23rd to September 25th, 2014, and does not include other features which are described at tripadvisor by other guests as positive as we would do it:
Personal and very friendly reception by the South African manager-couple Abram and Nanette. Introduction of the competent restaurant and game drive staff.
Excellent food and wines.
Full-time(day) game drive to Savuti Marsh with guide B.G. (he was great). One highlight was a photograph of a leopard resting lazily on a tree, where I luckily catched a glimpse of his face while it was looking demonstratively bored the other way all the other time.
As my wife and me had been not only looking for the Big Five, which we all had seen several times before in Kenya and South Africa a long time ago and partly last year in Cameroon, we also kept an eye out for the Small and Ugly Five and other game and birds as well. Apart from the leopard we watched a lion family with two kittenish cubs and elephant herds with calves of different age. Anybody interested in it may watch not only the common black-heeled antelope (impala), but the blue wildebeest, sable antelope, roan antelope, giraffe, plain or Burchell's zebra, warthog, hippo, baboon, African wilddog, hyaena, kori bustard, blacksmith lapwing, lilac-breasted roller and other animals.
Abram and Nanette manage the lodge perfectly. They also invited all guests to come to and sit around the campfire of the lapa to attend the dancing and singing performance of the staff. As guest one had the feeling that this was also a great pleasure and fun for the staff and not just a "booked" touristic event (moreover) for just one mid-size group of travellers like we had experienced at one luxurious Namibian lodge, where the several individual guests sitting a bit aside were actually ignored.
In addition to preceding E-Mail correspondence we want to extend our very best wishes to Abram and Nanette and their staff for a healthy, happy and successful New Year.
Even if you include and compare the substantial cost, Ghoha Hills Savuti Lodge was our highlight out of 14 lodges in Namibia and Botswana, however for the sake of fairness closely followed by Mogotlho Lodge, Three Baobabs Lodge and Tilodi Lodge (all as well in Botswana), but far from the mostly largely routine handling at many Namibian lodges we had been visiting. And this was apparently not only due to the respective varying number of guests to be served.
We are very grateful to Abram, Nanette and their staff at Ghoha Hills Savuti Lodge for enabling this stunning experience!
Hans & Lis


text:
DS18 is a leading electronics manufacturer specializing in car audio and DJ electronics equipment with its headquarters in Miami, FL, USA. The brand was created and developed by a team of young and determined professionals who understand the needs in today's audio industry.
Offering several series of amplifiers, speakers, subwoofers, tweeters, midranges, cables, accessories, component sets and much more DS18 guarantees to satisfy customers seeking a wide assortment of products.


text:
Columnist extraordinaire Mark Steyn will be the guest of honor and star attraction at the Claremont Institute's annual Churchill Dinner in Beverly Hills on December 2. Steyn will be awarded the 2005 Henry Salvatori Prize at the dinner. If you are interested in attending, please check out the information at the linked page or register online here.
- Subscribe now!... Get rid of ADs!Support Power Line...VIP MembershipPresentsPower Line
Most Read on Power Line
Our Favorites
- American Greatness
- American Mind
- American Thinker
- Ann Althouse
- Belmont Club
- Churchill Project
- Claremont Institute
- Dartblog
- Federalist
- Gatestone Institute
- Hoover Institution
- Hot Air
- Hugh Hewitt
- InstaPundit
- Jewish World Review
- Legal Insurrection
- Library of Law and Liberty
- Lileks
- Lucianne
- Michael Ramirez Cartoons
- Michelle Malkin
- RealClearPolitics
- Ricochet
- Roger L. Simon
- Steyn Online
- Tim Blair
- Urgent Agenda
Subscribe to Power Line by Email
Find us on Facebook
"Arise and take our stand for freedom as in the olden time." Winston Churchill
"Proclaim Liberty throughout All the land unto All the Inhabitants Thereof." Inscription on the Liberty Bell


text:
Monday, 9 December 2013
PUSH-UPS: Charlie Williams
A short story of mine called LOVE WILL TEAR US APART has just been released for Kindle. It's part of a new Amazon imprint called StoryFront. There are about 40 stories released in this first wave, but as far as I know mine is the only one named after a Joy Division song.
What's the hook?
With a title like that, obviously it is a zombie story. Marylebone area of London, post-apocalypse (or nearly - things are not quite under control yet). Two best friends are having a beer together, thinking about walking home. But only one gives a shit about survival. The other lost the love of his life to the outbreak, and life isn't worth living. But how far should his friend go to keep him alive?
And why's that floating your boat?
It's a mundane situation (a best friend can't get over a lost love) in an extreme environment (zombies). I guess I like the challenge of making mundane situations compelling. Also I do love zombies. Have done ever since I saw DAWN OF THE DEAD (orig.) at far too young an age.
When did you turn to crime?
It wasn't so much turning to the genre as taking inspiration from a new area. When I started writing, for years I was writing in the now, depicting where I was living (London) and the people around me. But getting nowhere, besides a few short stories published in the horror small press. I'm still dead proud of those publications, but I was gagging to get a novel out too, and no one was biting. Trouble was I probably didn't have enough to distinguish me from everyone else. I was just a face in the crowd. Then I remembered the crazy world of Worcester (my home town) in the 80s, and new voices started coming through. I grabbed them and ran with them. And they were doing bad things. Criminal things. All I knew was that this was different, and would take my face out of that crowd. Little did I know that it would dump me alone in some alley. The crime alley. Faces started emerging from the shadows, and they were guys like Al Guthrie, Ray Banks, Jason Starr. I guess I felt at home.
Hardboiled or Noir, classic or contemporary?
Noir. Classic and contemporary. But if it's the latter, it's got a fuck of a lot to live up to.
And, what's blown you away lately?
One of my favourite authors is Magnus Mills. His latest is A CRUEL BIRD CAME TO THE NEST AND LOOKED IN (actually a couple of years old – I've been holding it back). Can you imagine handing in a manuscript with that title on the front? He is utterly original, deeply off-kilter and right up my street. Also been dipping back into H.P. Lovecraft. Whenever the world starts resembling a safe place, I read a few of his stories to remind myself of the unfathomable horror that is lurking beyond the surface. Crime-wise I've been catching up on some Robert B. Parker. How did I not discover him until this year? This is the beauty of an enduring genre like crime - you've got eighty years of it to dip into.
See any books as movies waiting to happen?
I read a great book earlier this year called FIRST BLOOD, by some dude called David Morrell - I reckon that would make the transition OK. Seriously, it's a great book. This is the problem of a franchise that takes on a life of its own - you lose sight of the source. If you'd just seen that recent Rambo reboot, you probably wouldn't be that inclined to track down the novel it all came from. But you'd be missing out big time.
Mainstream or indie - paper or digital?
Who cares? It's all in the text. As long as I can read the thing and it's not hurting my eyes, I don't give a shit. I'm in the story.
Shout us a website worth visiting ...
It's actually a podcast, not a website. But it has a website:
The podcast is presented as news reports. From a very strange place. Just subscribe to the thing.
Finally, tell us any old shit about yourself …
My latest Royston Blake book, MADE OF STONE, features a LOT of HIGHLANDER-related stuff in it, right down to having Ramirez (Sean Connery) as an actual character... which I get away with by suggesting he is hallucinated by Royston Blake. (Cough.) So I'm in Seattle for an Amazon thing this summer and who should I randomly bump into? Greg Widen, creator of HIGHLANDER. I told him about the book and his role in it, but he didn't seem that bothered. Unless he was playing it very cool. Thinking about it now, Ramirez is *definitely* hallucinated. Yes.
Thanks for inviting me to push my pulp.
:: Buy LOVE WILL TEAR US APART on Amazon


text:
The offshore renewable energy industry could generate the same amount of electricity a year by 2050 as one billion barrels of oil, using less than a third of the available space, according to a new report.
The Offshore Valuation Group (OVG) published a full economic study of the UK's offshore renewable resources for the first time yesterday; industry experts have labelled it "groundbreaking".
The study found that harnessing 29 per cent of the UK's practical wind, wave and tidal resources would match the electricity generated by North Sea oil and gas production. The move would be a huge boost in cutting emissions, saving a cumulative total of 1.1 billion tonnes of carbon dioxide over the next 40 years.
The report said harnessing the full potential for offshore renewables would generate enough for the UK to power itself six times over at current levels of demand, making it a net energy exporter to continental Europe.
A spokesman for industry association RenewableUK backed the report, saying: "This really is groundbreaking. We are not talking about something in the far future. It has already started."
The comparison with the North Sea reserves was important as OVG pointed out that the stock of hydrocarbon reserves is running out. "Our second offshore asset, or renewable energy, could be just as valuable. Britain's extensive offshore experience could now unlock an energy flow that will never run out," the study said. The growth of the industry could create an additional 145,000 jobs in the UK, it added. This would help pick up the slack from the North Sea, the spokesman for RenewableUK said.
The study estimated that it would cost £443bn to harness 29 per cent of the offshore resources, but that the scheme would generate £62bn in annual exports. Lifting the investment to £993bn – or 76 per cent of available resources – would generate £164bn.
Currently the lion's share of renewable capacity is allocated to fixed wind turbines, with small amounts allocated to tidal stream and wave power. The study predicts that floating wind turbines have the most potential, possibly being able to generate 1,533 terawatt hours a year; 2,100 terawatt hours would have been enough to power the UK six times over in 2009.
In 2007, the UK signed up to the EU target to generate 15 per cent of its energy supply from renewables by 2020. The next year the government pushed through the Climate Change Act, which pledged an 80 per cent reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Yesterday's report added that the UK's existing electricity generating plants are ageing, with 80 per cent needing to be replaced by 2030. This includes 8.5GW of coal power facing closure in seven years time.
The future of renewable energy will be determined "by the level of the UK's ambition; by the level of demand for the UK's renewable electricity in the wider European market and by the evolving technology costs," the study said. While RenewableUK said building offshore was quicker than onshore, there are huge challenges to hit the levels outlined in the report. There are issues of capacity in the industry for the big builds, especially with some of the projects further offshore, at a time when finance is tough to come by.
The vast investment in offshore renewables needed "is similar in scale to that of oil and gas in recent decades. The major expansion of the supply chain this needs will not happen on its own, however, but will take strong and continuing support from government and industry in the coming years," OVG said.
Generating interest
Fixed wind The offshore wind turbines are expected to remain the cheapest of the five technologies as they were commercialised earlier than the others and shared components and expertise with onshore wind. The current allocated capacity would generate 165 terawatt hours.
Floating wind There is currently no capacity allocated to floating wind power as the technology is relatively new. Yet, the report found the total practical resource could be as high as 1,533 terawatt hours. There are several designs with one full-scale device deployed in the North Sea.
Tidal range The devices extract the energy associated with the difference between high and low tides, but it is the most expensive of the five technologies. The most promising UK site is in the Severn estuary, which has the second largest tidal range in the world.
Tidal stream The devices have been described as "underwater wind turbines". The technology is currently allocated 2 terawatt hours, although the total practical resource would see that rise to 116 terawatt hours. Expected to be the most cost-effective behind fixed wind.
Wave power First UK commercial sites to harness energy from waves to be in Scotland's Pentland Firth and Orkney waters. There is just one terawatt hour of allocated capacity, while the total practical resource is 40.


text:
"If I lay here, if I just lay here, would you lie with me and just forget the world?"
Song (click for full lyrics): Chasing Cars
Artist: Snow Patrol
Album: Eyes Open
Thanks to The Parody for this lyrical idea!
Own it on iTunes
Leave a comment below. Let me know if you have corrections or suggestions. Do you own this music on vinyl, CD, or download for your iPOD?
Why is this lyric important to you? What lyrics would you add to Lyrical Wisdom?


text:
jumping for joy, a photo by kristin~mainemomma on Flickr.
join me at shutter sisters today in celebrating all sorts of leaps, on this very appropriate leap day.
"My path unclear,
I leap forward into the unknown.
Because looking back has never been an alternative."
-Inspiring words by my friend Kristen.
So, go ahead, stretch your arms way up high, let go of fear, believe you can, and leap into the unknown. You are braver than you know.


text:
If you are a rooted user on Android, these kinds of tools are mandatory to have, to enjoy a peace of mind.
Basically, these tools have saved me a significant trouble by enabling me to restore to earlier "good working" condition in a few mins of time. Inside just a matter of few clicks, the whole system is restored and device is fully functioning again, as if nothing ever happened.
You wont imagine how many times I have softer-bricked my phone over the years, testing, retesting new apps and hacks.In this guide, I'll show you some tools and the simple steps to take a backup yourself and storing it safely.
1) Nandroid backup
A) Taking Nandroid backup (native way)
Step 1. Check the prerequisites: Your Android device has in order to be rooted and have a custom healing tool like AOKP or CWM. If you havent rooted your phone, kindly check my post on how to do so here
Step 2. Go inside healing mode by booting a device into bootloader. In many of the devices, this do be done-by turning it on holding down that volume-up button, menu button and run button together or volume-up switch and power. Check on internet, which one works for your device. When you have complete that, your device will reboot into the custom recovery.
Step 3. Once you are inside the recovery, follow the below steps
Get to "Backup and regain"
Choose "Backup"
Your device should perform the backup now
After successful completion, select "Go back" and choose "Reboot system now" to reboot ones device.
Step 4. Backup part is now done, however I recommend to store a copy of the backup on PC, just whenever anything happens on the phone. Even if you lost your phone and bought another one, all you need to do is root it and then transfer the backup from PC to external card and restore it.
Step 5. Restore using your Nandroid backup: Like earlier, boot into recovery mode and select "Backup" or "Backup then restore" in CWM and choose the restore option. You have options to restore particular partitions, however leave it to defaut if you are not sure. Once restoration is completeed, reboot your device and you're done.
B) Online Nadroid Backup
This is another tool where you can do all of the above steps without having to reboot. It comes along with a Nandroid Manager with which, you can restore data, apps, home screens, SMS, call logs and so on ONLY or whole of that it. And the best part is without taking a reboot.
|Online Nandroid backup
|Restore options
|Restore options2
|Recovery options
2) Titanium backup
This is the best backup tool for Android i have ever seen for rooted users. The only difference in backup anywhere between Nandroid Backup and Titanium is that Nandroid takes backup of the OS and its partitions, whereas Titanium backup
takes care for the applications (system and user both of the). It is the innumerable set of features that a person can do with it, that works magic towards users. Some of them has been listed down below
per) Maintain many copies concerning backups per app (history length can get chosen)
b) You can encrypt your bacup, transfer it to another device.
c) Take Backup/restore out of SMS, MMS, call log, bookmarks and Wi-Fi networks at the portable XML format!
d) Batch verification of your backups
e) Dalvik cache cleaner can free up precious internal memory and App freezer will disable an app (furthermore make it invisible) without un-installing it
f) Convert users apps to system apps and vice versa
g) Integrate system app and dalvik cache updates directly into your ROM
h) Create an "update.zip" file containing apps+data, which can be flashed in recovery mode to restore everything in one shot
i) Schedule backups upto 7 times a week each
j) Schedule synchronization of all your backups to Dropbox, Box and Google Drive and retrieving them later as seriously.
k) Change the device's Android ID, restore it from a back-up or after your factory reset
l) Protect backup against deletion, submit backup (to age-mail/cloud) and import it in 1 click
n) Backup→Verify→Un-install an app in one shot
And what else do you need?
Tip: What i generally do is I take per Nandroid Backup on Weekly/ regular Basis and Titanium backup on daily basis. Even suppose i have to flash return a backup one month back, i can recover the SMS, contacts, mails etc from Titanium backup till the previous day.
|Apps list
|Backup properties
|Backup features
|Backup schedule
|Batch details
|Batch details 2


text:
I kicked off our Christmas cookie season by whipping up a batch of Amaretti. Absurdly simple, these are some of my favorites ... basically meringue cookies with ground almonds mixed in. I'm not usually fond of meringues but love these so they had to go into the freezer ASAP otherwise we wouldn't have had many left. For some reason meringue cookies always seem intimidating but luckily Hannah went to a friend's house with my main cookie cookbook so I was thrown back on making these ... mmmmmm, good and easy. Try them
This recipe came from my mother and I'm not sure what cookbook it came from. However, it is not too different from other such recipes I've seen ... except it is a great deal simpler than some.
Step 1:
2 large egg whites
2/3 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
Beat egg whites until foamy, gradually beat in sugar and almond extract. Continue beating for several minutes until whites form very stiff, shiny peaks.
Step 2:
2 cups (8 ounces) finely ground, blanched almonds
1 teaspoon cornstarch
Stir in almonds and cornstarch until well combined.
Drop generous tablespoon of batter into small mounds about 2" apart on parchment-lined, baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 17-22 minutes until firm and lightly browned. Cool on wire racks. Makes 30 cookies.
Chewy Variation:
Beat egg whites with a fork until broken up and slightly frothy. Stir in sugar until combined; then mix in remaining ingredients (and 1/4-1/2 teaspoon optional cardamom if desired) to make very stiff paste.
With moistened hands, form scant tablespoons of paste into 11/4" balls. Arrange 2" apart on baking sheets. Use moistened fingertips to flatten each ball slightly. Bake at 325° for 15-20 minutes or until firm and very lightly browned. Cool on wire racks. These are like traditional macaroons.


text:
The Guru Project brings together Dr. Allen Power, Dr. Richard Taylor, Stephanie Rothhman and Dr. Nader Shabahangi for a Guru Project Discussion About Forgetfulness. This recording, AgeSong Guru Week Video: Conversation on Forgetfulness Care vs Dementia/Alzheimer's, shows the recent AgeSong Guru Project round table conversation on forgetfulness care vs. dementia/Alzheimer's that took place on February 20th, 2015. The talk covers forgetfulness, stigma and how to humanize care for people with changing cognition.
A Conversation on Forgetfulness Care vs Dementia/Alzheimer's
Some Highlights from this Guru Week conversation: In this talk and in the Guru Project as a whole we are looking at this phenomena called dementia and how it is becoming more medicalized and more stigmatized. We are also looking at how we can humanize the phenomena, reduce stigma and create better care environments. At AgeSong the emphasis is less on the biomedical diagnosis and more on recognizing human differences and individual needs when it comes to caring for those with "forgetfulness."
The thesis of the Guru Project is to challenge current narratives regarding changing cognition. Contrary to popular belief, people who are living with changing congnition are not gone or fading away. They are actually the key to teaching the rest of us how to support people who's cognition is changing. This is counter to the current narrative in our society where people with changing cognition are shut up in what are called "Alzheimer's Units" of assisted living residences.
Dr Taylor expresses concern with the closing up of people with these conditions, with reducing stimuli and reducing their opportunity to enjoy their elder years.
Dr Power speaks to the stigma and suggests how offensive is it to generalize that all people with this label need to be keep all together and be treated the same way. The labels also predetermine a bias that can interfere with caring for the person as an individual. Diagnosis does not create a common denominator. From a care perspective this does not tell us about the individual and what their support needs are.
The systems that we have created to deal with individuals that are different are fundamentally "anti-humanity." Dr Power suggests that perhaps the bigger upcoming problem is not that there will be more people dealing with changing cognition but the way we deal with them is the problem. The crisis is not that we will have "x" many people dealing with changing cognition in the next 20 years…the crisis is that we have such a dysfunctional way of seeing them and supporting them.
The idea that someone with dementia cannot have a life that is not full of tragedy and suffering sets us up for views and practices that actually make the suffering much worse than it needs to be.
This video of the Guru Project includes discussions on stigmatizing and integration vs segregation. Dr Power, Dr Taylor, Stephanie Rothman and Dr Shabahangi talk about how creating an environment that fosters relationship, encourages diversity of the individual, a tolerance for differences and promotes "Aging in Place" can reduce stigma and create better cultures of care for people with Forgetfulness.
Find out More!
Read more stories about the AgeSong Guru Project
Explore more videos in the AgeSong Video Library


text:
My Friday Friend Cookbook Countdown #110!
Tomi's Grandma's Orange Salad
and you know all the whys and wherefores of this countdown, right? Homemade cookbook, friends contributed, Handyman said I couldn't/wouldn't do it, I'll show him, yadda yadda yadda....
Grandma's Orange Salad
Tomi Pingree
Kaysville, UT
1 11oz can mandarin oranges
1 8oz can crushed pineapple
1 6oz pkg orange jello
1 pint softened orange sherbet
2 med. firm bananas sliced
Drain fruit, reserving juices. Set fruit aside. Add water to juices to measure 2 cups. Bring to a boil in saucepan; pour over jello in large bowl. Stir until dissolved. Stir in sherbet till smooth. Chill until partially set. Fold in 3 fruits. Pour into a 6 cup mold coated with non-stick cooking spray. Chill till firm.
(Tomi usually just puts it into a pretty bowl rather than using a mold)
**And I added cool whip into the mixture
And now to my Tomi story. This is her 4th appearance in the Friday Friend Cookbook (you can see all her recipes here)
As I've mentioned before, Tomi and I would spend endless hours, first, exercising to Richard Simmons (remember the days of Richard Simmons Never say Diet?) and then talk about food and what we were cooking, while our 6 kids ran amuck. They didn't really run amuck, and a couple of them were in school, so we probably only had 4 kids running amuck at the time.
We were able to catch up and have lunch this summer. A 3-hour lunch was NOT ENOUGH TIME!
When I look thru the Friday Friend Notebooks, I find that Tomi didn't answer a lot -- she said she always answered in her head, but when it came to putting it to paper, she thought it sounded weird.
For the record--it didn't. But she is a thinker, unlike me, who is a bluter-outer and just write down whatever comes out of my mouth!
Like this:
One time, a long time ago, about 29 years ago to be exact, the Handyman and I decided to go camping for a few days with our boys, and to do a bit of hiking.
Lamoille Canyon, a beautiful place in Northern Nevada, was only about 30 miles from our home, and they have some really nice high lakes and we thought we would hike a couple of those and just sit around a campfire in the evenings (at our basecamp--these are day hikes for us) and relax, and you know, get away from people.
So one evening we are sitting in our campground and we see a car driving up the road. Now there are tons of empty camping/picnicking spots around--TONS. But this car pulls up right to the one next to us.
This was me:
I can't believe it?
Really? Right next to us?
I don't want to have to make nice chit-chat with some weirdos. Don't they know? You don't crowd people!!
What the hell?!
The car pulls up, the people start pulling a cooler and camp chairs out of their trunk, they don't really notice us-- I mean, of course publicly recognize and give greeting to-- and all of the sudden I notice it's Tomi and Stuart and their kids.
I shout:
What are you doing? Following us?
Then of course, there was laughter all around (thank God, she hadn't heard me complain about them, before I knew who they were!) and she said, "We just wanted to get up in the trees where it's cooler, for a little cookout. It's been so hot in town!!"
They didn't know we were up there camping! And she just wanted her favorite spot--weird people (us) be damned!
So, we ended up having a cookout together!
Now, let me ask you something.
When you go to a campground and use the public grill, so you cover it with foil before grilling your food, OR do you light a big fire and think/pray that the fire kills all the 'stuff' on the grill?
To be honest, I was young and had never really thought about it, AND the Handyman does all grilling--he never covers the grill just burns it all off (and home he brushes and cleans it of course, but out in the wild, naw, he just burns the crap out of the grill).
Tomi had her foil and covered the grill.
A lesson learned Handyman!
Remember, the camera adds 10 lbs!
Although Tomi looks great!
Photos courtesy of my granddaughter Cassandra!
After a pizza lunch we went to the park so my grandkids could run amuck just like our kids used to do.
(this lunch took place during the infamous July 2016, when I had grandkids for on solid month)


text:
A Canon Welding of Neon Genesis Evangelion and Tengen Toppa Gurren Lagann, based on a WMG where Shinji and Lordgenome are one and the same.
Four years have passed since Third Impact. Society has rebuilt itself rather well; thanks to a surge of Spiral Energy from EVA-01's wings, hundreds of thousands of AT-Fields have reconstructed themselves through sheer willpower. Shinji, though no longer absolutely insane, is now a cynical, self-loathing loner who does not want to face the remains of the society he destroyed.
Then, a fleet of strange face-covered spaceships suddenly appears, and bombs down much of Earth and the LCL ocean. In all the confusion, Shinji encounters a face-shaped meteorite, which has a cockpit. Wary of mecha ever since his time as an EVA pilot, he considers leaving the Mini-Mecha - until his cross-shaped necklace turns into a golden drill pulsing red light.
Shinji changes his mind, approaching the mecha and controlling it with his Core Drill. As he navigates the mech throughout the remains of the city, he finds a relatively large group of survivors, led by a young idealist scientist and his younger sister who take an interest in Shinji's mech. Shinji offers to give it away, but the mech will only work if Shinji himself pilots it. Reluctantly, Shinji accepts the mech, and teams up with the scientist to reverse-engineer mecha called Ganmen from Shinji's mech, which has been codenamed "Headmaster".
Months or years pass. Shinji is skilled in the Headmaster unit's controls, somewhat glad that, unlike an EVA, the Headmaster does not automatically take over. He and the scientist make a good tag team; with the scientist in his personal Ganmen, the Kuro Rex, he can throw Shinji and take out targets from a distance. Shinji is also beginning to learn to warm up to others, though he is still conflicted about his role after Third Impact.
Then the first wave of Mugann attacks. None of the conventional weaponry of the Ganmen can stop them, and many lives are lost. Shinji's drill catches and returns one of the Mugann beams, but collateral damage is heavy. Suddenly, a voice tells Shinji to drill on the top of the Kuro Rex; despite the absurdity of the idea, the scientist agrees, and the two combine. The Kuro Rex gains drill powers, and finishes off most of the Mugann with ease. Unfortunately, the anti-whiplash function of the Kuro Rex malfunctions, it takes a Mugann beam from the side, and the scientist's neck is snapped in the collision. Shinji flies into a rage, and swiftly and fiercely destroys the rest of the Mugann.
After the scientist's burial, Shinji refuses the sister's attempts to pilot in her brother's stead, saying she already has a Ganmen, and he can pilot it alone; she reluctantly agrees. Shinji requests some modifications to the Kuro Rex, to make it more aesthetically pleasing. Though the rebuilt mecha unwittingly has an uncanny resemblance to EVA-01, Shinji does not wish to reject the design; in fact, he likes it, because it reminds him of his mother's spirit. He opts to rename it from "Kuro Rex" to "Lazengann", now that the Headmaster has been inserted and the mech is now his. He resolves to fight, to not be responsible for the apocalypse again; he says he wants to be "an eternal testament to the existence of Mankind".


text:
White boots are BACK with cool new looks and a very retro feel. If you thought you'd never have white boots in your wardrobe, THINK AGAIN!
The latest must-have for Autumn is white boots. I know what you're probably thinking… I probably thought the same thing. But my head has been well and truly turned by the new season of stylish retro footwear. If you think these boots are made for walking… you'd be right, right on-trend.
White boots : Zara
Zara is adding a modern twist to very retro boots; a metallic toe. This is very useful as well as stylish. How many pairs of your shoes have some scuffing on the front toe from kick boards and stairs? The curved block heel is right on-trend looking fab with flared jeans and pants or skirts. Metallic silver is a perfect fit with white boots, and the metallic toe picks up the futuristic style.
Creased effect. Metallic toe cap. High heel ankle boot in white leather.
White Boots : Rag & Bone
I'm totally in love with these smooth leather Shelby zip-front ankle boots from Rag & Bone. The black stacked heel and stitched welt tone down the white boots. The exposed silvertone zip adds stylish detail. These boots are a little retro, a little futuristic,with a little Doc Martens and A LOT of style. Add black skinnies and a leather jacket but keep the rest of your outfit light and fresh; a white T-shirt with delicate necklaces layered or grey marle with Day of The Dead skulls.
From Barneys.com, $US695
White Boots : Daisy Street + BooHoo
Daisy Street mimics the rounded heel and toned toe but adds delightful ribbons at the back. These have a faux-leather upper, side zip opening, toe cap detail and lace-up fastening back. Available from asos.com $AUS75.40
The Claire cylinder heel sock boot from BooHoo is a classic all-rounder with retro pointed toe, round heel and clip detail at the back. Very Austin Powers… or is it Mary Quant? A modern ankle boot to wear with skinny jeans, a floral dress or block colour sheath dress. Available from BooHoo.com $AUS56.00
Daisy Street (left) and BooHoo (right) are two very different looks I love for white boots this Autumn
How do creative people achieve success? Find out for yourself.
White Boots : Jeffrey Campbell
Channel your inner country gal from nastygal.com with these fabulous Jeffrey Campbell Jude leather booties. They feature Chelsea inserts at the sides, a pointed toe with silver metallic detail, and stacked rounded cuban heel. Totally loving these, from nastygal.com $Aus243.00
Buy Me
- Zara.com
- Rag & Bone at Barneys.com
- Daisy Street at Asos.com
- Claire Sock Boot from BooHoo.com
- Jeffrey Campbell from nastygal.com
Have a 'Free Taste'
Don't Call Me Penny is a public relations, writing, + blogging agency with marketing, web development + graphic design expertise all in-house. Book your FREE Strategy Session now. Please go to the 'Services' page and fill in the Contact Form. We'd love to hear from you.
Please follow Don't Call Me Penny on social media and keep fashionably up-to-date
Header image courtesy of the-pool.com


text:
Eleanor Ringel Cater
Half of 'Lion' would have been better than the whole show
By Eleanor Ringel Cater
Recently, there was a full-page ad for "Lion" in the Sunday New York Times. Given that the film has been nominated for six Academy Awards, including Best Picture, Best Supporting Actor and Best Supporting Actress, this isn't especially surprising.
What is surprising is, instead of the usual critics' quotes, the ad features ringing endorsements from former Secretary of State Madeleine Albright, and UNICEF.
UNICEF? That all but spells out you must be a bad person if you don't love "Lion."
I didn't love "Lion," ergo … oh well.
Based on a true story, "Lion" begins as the saga of a very little boy lost in a very big world. It's the mid-1980s and five-year-old Saroo (Sunny Pawar) lives in India with his impoverished mom and older brother, Guddu, both of whom he adores. When Guddu sets off to find work outside their immediate slum, Saroo begs to go with him. Guddu reluctantly agrees.
However, things go awry almost immediately. The two are somehow separated at a train station and Saroo boards an empty train to nap and await his brother's return. But when he wakes up, the train has traveled some thousand miles to the east.
Saroo finds himself alone in a huge, bustling city. He has no idea where he is; worse, he speaks Hindi and in Calcutta, where he's landed, everyone speaks Bengali. The usual kid-on-his-own perils ensue, everything from child snatchers who regularly comb the streets for lost little ones they can sell to nasty people for nasty purposes, to a falsely enticing woman – she's like the witch in Hansel and Gretel – who, well, does pretty much the same thing.
Escaping her clutches, Saroo is put in an orphanage where they pretty much … all together now…do the same thing. But this time, the boy is lucky. He's adopted by a couple (Nicole Kidman and David Wenham) who bring him home to live with them in Tasmania. They are dream parents, loving and supportive, even with a bad-seed second son they adopt after Saroo.
Jump ahead 20 or so years and Saroo (Dev Patel), though enrolled in school and in deep flirtation with a gorgeous classmate (Rooney Mara, given nothing to do), suddenly has questions. Who is he really? Where is his real family? Why should he stay with his adoptive parents, even though they've been unwaveringly wonderful to him?
The rest of the movie, which includes a big plug for Google Maps, concerns Saroo's search for his roots.
Or, more likely, Patel's on-going search for a Hollywood career.
The first half of "Lion" – the part about little Saroo – is spectacular. Pawar, a non-pro, is as affecting as any child actor in recent memory. He's charming, stubborn, resourceful and resolute. He's "Slumdog Millionaire" meets "Oliver Twist," and he's irresistible.
Kidman is equally compelling. But it's not her story – though, in many ways, it should be, especially after Saroo has grown up and she's forced to deal with his unexpected rejection of everything she and her husband have given him.
However, "Lion" is about Saroo – unfortunately, the adult Saroo who, as played by Patel, is moody, conflicted and yet somehow "heroic." Or so the movie insists.
Newbie director Garth Davis certainly seems taken with Patel – though not half as much as Patel is taken with himself.
Perhaps that's the heart of "Lion's" problem: Patel comes off like an Indian Richard Gere (incidentally, they co-starred in the pathetic "Best Marigold Hotel" sequel). That is, he's absolutely convinced he's more appealing than he is. By contrast, Pawar is so refreshing, so dedicated, so natural, you wish he'd grown up to be anyone except Patel.
No filmmaker – no artist, for that matter – wants to be told what he or she should've done. But given the distressing contrast between the excellent first and distressing second half of "Lion," maybe Davis should've ended his picture when little Saroo, having escaped a Dickensian catalogue of horrors, finds safe harbor and solace in Kidman's arms.
That's not the whole story, but sometimes, half of a story can be exactly what's needed. I mean, does anyone really want to know what Dorothy's life was like back in Kansas with Auntie Em?
Skuppy says:
Good lord, what a mean-spirited review. Are you some kind of ogre?
Barbara Mosley says:
Thank Goodness – I am not the only person who thought the movie tapered off into self indulgent blather! Watching Dev swan about sticking pins in a map went on for much too long. The end was sweet and sappy, but leaves sooo many questions – what happened to the third sibling the two brothers left on duty that fateful night? What happened to the 2nd Indian orphan adopted? What happened with the faithful girlfriend????
Leave a ReplyWant to join the discussion?
Feel free to contribute!


text:
Cary Brett Berman – President/Founder: born in Philadelphia, PA.
Graduated Philadelphia University with a Bachelor of Science Degree. Sales authority spanning numerous industries over three decades.Always the innovator, Cary holds two U.S. Patents for two of his inventions and pending patents for his VSC kiosk as well as three U.S. Trademarks for three known brand names. AFIP Certified. He is an expert in vehicle protection products with an emphasis on the vehicle service contract industry. He does what he says he is going to do.
Cary is the proud father of his son Alexander,19, now a student at the University of Pennsylvania; daughter Colby, 22, now a student at Cardozo Law in NYC and Logan,22, in her final year at Penn State. He enjoys the beach with his long-time love, Ro, and is a big fan of Villanova, the Flyers, the Sixers and a long time Eagles season ticket holder. Cary enjoys being the PA announcer for five youth football teams. Call him at 610-227-5600 or e-mail him at firstname.lastname@example.com.
James F. Longden - Executive Vice President: born in Syracuse, NY. Territory - USA
A U.S. Navy Veteran. Jim knows F&I, having set up and trained over one hundred Business Managers and has received accolades from Dealer management. Jim has extensive technical knowledge in electrical engineering and digital electronics and enjoys music and restoring old clocks. Jim says, "Call me because what we have is better for your customers, better for your service department, better for your used car department and better for your F&I department." Call him at 315-558-3167 or e-mail him at firstname.lastname@example.com.
Shirley Schuetz – Office Manager: resides in Egg Harbor Township, NJ
A graduate of Rutgers University with a BS in Business Management. Shirley's career includes Atlantic City Casino administrative work, and over ten years as a Legal Assistant. She enjoys reading, photography, digital scrapbooking, concerts and spending quality time with her family and friends. Call her at 609-513-1259 or e-mail her at firstname.lastname@example.com.
Jim Ross: Territory – North Texas
Jim is a North Texas native and has over 28 years of experience in the Finance and Insurance business within the auto industry. He attended LSU studying Finance, Economics, and Business Law. Jim is a proud father of two. His teenage son is an excellent athlete and possibly a better student. Jims daughter, not only hung the moon, but makes him proud, with her Band concerts and tennis matches. He frequents as many LSU games as he can with all the passion of a local Tiger fan. Jim Ross can help you with all your Finance Office products that make sense for your Dealership. Call him 214-850-7601 or e-mail him at firstname.lastname@example.com.
Peter Schatzel: Territory - Eastern New York, New York City, Long Island
Shawn Cloney:Territory Nevada
Shawn Cloney has over 15 years of automotive management experience. His career has included; Sales Consultant, Desk Manager, Finance Manager, Finance Director and General Manager. Shawns passion is automotive F&I as he loves to work with people and help others become successful. He is originally from Maine and enjoys all types of sports including football, baseball, basketball, and golf. Shawn was the US Amateur Chess Champion in 1986. He and his beautiful wife Jennifer, have 3 girls and a boy; Courtney, Maddie, Tia, and Alex with two attending college. You can call Shawn, anytime, 24/7, at 702-539-8765 or email me at firstname.lastname@example.com.
Rick Perreault: Territory - Vermont; born in Burlington, VT
A graduate of Castleton State College with a BS in Business Administration and AFIP certified, Rick is the ultimate sales professional with extensive retro and reinsurance program knowledge. He has held numerous training seminars that have resulted in increased product sales and profits. Rick is a happy husband and proud father of two sons, Mathew and Derrick. He enjoys boating, golf, skiing, baseball, football and hockey. Rick says, "Call me because what we have is better for your customers, better for your service department, better for your used car department and better for your F&I department." Call him at 802-825-8125 or e-mail him at firstname.lastname@example.com.
Pete Dockery: Territory – New York
A graduate of U.C.C.C. with a degree in Criminal Justice, Pete has sales experience at the dealership level. He works with constant integrity and respect for all. He is a family man with a wife and two daughters. He enjoys playing ice hockey, boxing and making wine. Pete says, "Call me because what our agency has is better for your customers and all departments of the dealership and will increase product penetration and maximize profits." Call him at 845-901-0534 or email him at firstname.lastname@example.com.
Tom Stang: Territory - Wisconsin
Tom Stang has over 20 years of successful dealership experience in Wisconsin. Tom has trained and mentored many productive sales people, sales managers and finance managers. Tom enjoys auto racing and competitive endurance sports. Call Tom today to bring his passion for success into your business today. C. Berman Associates and Tom can help you make more money now! Contact Tom at 262-720-6223 or firstname.lastname@example.com.
Matt Damato: Territory – Illinois and Minnesota; born in Chicago
Matt has over 20 years in the automotive industry with 15 years as an F&I manager/director. He has a strong understanding of what it takes to make a department successful and profitable by selling more products and is willing to work closely with the dealership personnel to help them succeed. He is happily married and enjoys spending time with his wife and their 4 children. He loves to golf and is a huge Chicago sports fan. Matt says to call him and let him show you how the products that he has to offer can help your F&I Department, Service Department and Sales Department generate more income. Call him at 630-696-6074 or e-mail him at email@example.com.
Dane Grell: Territory - Florida
Kenneth H. Sheppard, III: Territory - Indiana, Southern Michigan, Eastern Illinois and Northern Kentucky; resides in Indianapolis.
A graduate of Missouri Southern College, Ken has over 25 years of experience in selling and training car dealers on finance, insurance and other aftermarket products. Ken is AFIP certified and has worked at dealerships both selling cars and as an F&I Manager. Ken is a wonderful husband and proud father of five children. He enjoys golf and NFL football. Ken says, "Call me at 765-744-3299 or e-mail me at email@example.com if you want to increase your vehicle sales, make more money in your F&I department, or both."
Jason Galizia: Territory - Texas
Jon Mattis: Territory - Georgia
Jon was raised and resides in Atlanta, Georgia after originally being born in New York City. He has over 10 years of automotive management experience at the dealer level and with a lending institution. Jon is a sports enthusiast and die-hard athlete who enjoys daily fitness, boxing and 5k races. He gravitates towards a challenge and has strong interpersonal skills. So if you're looking for an agent to provide professional, passionate and consistent service, please contact Jon at 404-740-0330 or email him at email@example.com.
Mike Croker: Territory - Florida
Bob Hagenbuch: Territory - New York
Bob Hagenbuch is a native of Central New York and continues to live there with his wife, daughter and son. Bob has over two decades of automobile business experience. He studied Civil Engineering at Alfred State College, was a member of the wrestling team and the Psi Delta Omega fraternity. He continues to be a wrestling official and has recently represented Section IV at the NY State tournament. Bob is an avid hunter and sports fan and loves the NY Yankees. Bob says call me, "because you will experience a positive difference in your CSI, F&I and your service department." Contact Bob at 607-316-8873 or firstname.lastname@example.com.
Robert Rossiter Territory - New Jersey and New York City; resides in Warren, NJ
Christine H. Farnan: Territory - Eastern New York; born in Albany, NY
Cliff Berry:Territory Arizona, New Mexico
Cliff is a graduate of the University of Las Vegas Nevada with a degree in Casino Management. He has 21 years of automotive management experience including; Sales,Consultant, GSM, Finance Director, and General Manager. Cliff has the dealership knowledge to help take your service and F&I Department to the next level. Cliff is a proud husband and father to his 3 sons, Tyler 18, Andrew 16, and Noah 13, and his baby girl Lily who just turned 2. He is a huge fan of the NFL and MLB, especially the Patriots and the Red Sox. Contact Cliff to maximize your profit, customer satisfaction, and product penetration throughout your Finance and Service departments. Cliff can be reached at 480-255-5544 or by email at email@example.com.
David J. McCready: Territory - New York
A graduate of Bryant and Stratton Business Institute with a degree in Accounting, Dave knows cars inside and out. He was a race car driver for 17 years before becoming a track promoter and PA announcer. He is the proud father of his son, Patrick. Dave enjoys Karaoke and is an avid Buffalo Bills fan. He has officiated high school basketball for 30 years. Dave says, "Call me because what we have is better for your customers, better for your service department, better for your used car department and better for your F&I department." Call him at 716-560-2864 or e-mail him at email@example.com.
Mike Wooten: Territory – Texas
Mike attended Texas Southmost College in Brownsville, Texas and has over 25 years of automotive management, compliance, and F&I experience in the Houston market. He has trained and managed teams often exceeding 50 at any given time who readily show Mike gratitude for their success. Mike and his wife of over 30 years, Karen, are the proud parents of Peter, Sam and Rebecca. He enjoys fishing, hunting and spending time with his family. Contact Mike for friendly, fast, excellent service and all of your dealership needs at 832-571-0732 or firstname.lastname@example.com.
Jeremy Osborne: Territory Southern California
Jeremy began his career in the car business nearly 30 years ago by scrubbing the floors of the Service Department on the weekends. His dynamic personality got him an invitation to the sales floor selling, not scrubbing. Jeremy has spent the last 20 years growing in the Finance Department. When he is not working hard for you, Jeremy can be found on a mountain bike trail with his family. This happy husband and father of two says call him because he is committed to helping your dealership exceed in all areas. Call Jeremy 949-378-9996 at or email him at firstname.lastname@example.com.
Jeremy Little: Territory – North Florida and South Georgia
Jeremy has over 17 years of Dealership Management and Automotive Aftermarket experience. He has partnered with numerous Dealers throughout the country providing consulting on Sales, Service, Parts and F&I processes that lead to increases in income and repeat business. He is dedicated to helping Dealers utilize the tools we have to maximize F&I opportunities, improve customer loyalty and increase CSI. Jeremy is happily married and the proud father of three. He enjoys live sporting events, concerts, golf and the beach. He believes in serving his customers better than anyone else! Call him at 904-545-9430 or e-mail him at email@example.com.
David Wright: Territory California
David is a proud Californian with over 25 years of F&I and lending experience. He will show you the best options for your customers and help increase dealership profits. David prides himself on the day-to-day service that he provides. He loves spending time with his wife and three granddaughters. David raced in the SCCA for 15 years and still enjoys auto racing. ContactDavid at 925-998-4634 or email him at email@example.com for all of your F&I Department needs.
Steve Glass: Territory – North Carolina, South Carolina
Steve has over 16 years of extensive automotive experience working up from Sales to F&I Director. He is happily married to Elizabeth for 30 years and the proud father of 3 wonderful kids! Born and raised in Kentucky (big Kentucky Wildcat fan!), Steve and his family moved to the Carolinas in 1993. He loves listening to music, going to movies and sporting events, walking on the beach with his wife and playing whack a ball (golf) with his son. If your goal is to provide great customer service, while maximizing profits and increasing product penetration, call Steve at 803-431-6160 e-mail him at email@example.com.
Joshua Richards: Territory - Kentucky
Josh has achieved an MBA in Marketing from Colorado Technical University. He has spent his entire career in the automotive industry with franchise and independent dealerships. He is happily married to his wife, Whitney. They have a son, Blaze, who is 6 and a daughter, Callie, who is 2. Josh is a Kentucky native and is proud to bring additional profitability and customer satisfaction to dealerships in his home state through our Agency offerings. Josh says call him to start maximizing your profit on every transaction. Contact Josh at (606) 205-8414 or e-mail him at firstname.lastname@example.com.
Rich Cirillo: Territory - New York, Long Island Area
Rich is a native New Yorker with over 25 years of automotive experience. He has extensive knowledge in all aspects of the industry and has owned and operated his own dealership. Rich has mentored and trained several successful managers in the industry, some of which are now prominent general managers, as well as successful business owners. Rich has a degree in Culinary Arts and has two pilot television shows. He is the proud father of four children and recently became a grandfather. Rich enjoys boating, fishing, skiing and writing children's stories. He is dedicated to his craft and believes that customer satisfaction is key to his success. Call him at 516-537-2748 or e-mail him at email@example.com.
Tom Swenson: Territory – Minnesota and North Dakota
Tom has over 15 years of extensive automotive management experience including franchise ownership. He and wife Holly are the proud parents of their daughter, Madysen and their boys, Spencer and Trak. Tom is a huge fan of the Minnesota Twins, Vikings, Wild and Golden Gophers. He enjoys coaching his boys' baseball and basketball teams along with watching his daughter play volleyball. Call Tom because what we have is better for your customers, your service department, your new/used car departments and your F&I department. He strives hard to ensure the success of all dealership departments that he interacts with. Contact Tom him at 218-790-3630 or e-mail him at firstname.lastname@example.com.
Martin Smith: Territory - Wisconsin
Ed Grabowski: Territory – Massachusetts
Ed, a Boston native, has been in the automobile business since 1983. His extensive experience includes almost every dealership position from sales to F&I, management, and ownership. Ed has successfully trained dealership personnel increasing sales and profits. He enjoys spending time with his wife, Nancy, and their teenage sons, Patrick and Tim. Ed is a Scout Leader for his son's Boy Scout Troop and is a lifelong Red Sox and Patriots fan. Ed knows that there is no substitute for great customer service and working as a team to deliver winning results. Call him at 781-330-9793 or e-mail him at email@example.com.
Bill Van Stine: Territory – Ohio
Bill graduated from the University of Florida with a Bachelor of Science in Finance and a minor in Economics. He has over 20 years of extensive financial automotive management experience. Bill prides himself on maximizing customer satisfaction, profits and synergy between departments. He has trained numerous F&I Managers that readily admit to the appreciation of his efforts. Bill enjoys white water kayaking and strategic gaming. Contact him at 513-601-4944 or firstname.lastname@example.com.
Mike Melia: Territory – Florida
Mike graduated Robert Morris College with a Bachelor's Degree with a Major in Accounting. His automotive career includes dealership and dealership servicing positions. Mike started his automotive career as an F&I Manager in Pittsburgh. He managed the the Southwest and Southeast territories for Chrysler Vehicle Service Contracts. Mike enjoys spending time at home with his longtime girlfriend Jaruwan and their 3 dogs. In his 19 year automotive career Mike has always put his customer's needs first. Call Mike to see what having a business partner who is committed to helping you achieve your goals with F&I, CSI and Service can mean for your dealership. Call him at 954-826-8400 or e-mail him at email@example.com.
George Oliva: Territory – Texas
George has over 10 years of automotive management experience from Sales to GM to ownership. He knows automotive components inside and out often tinkering with his own vehicles. George is happily married with 2 sons and spends all of his free time with his family. He is a straight shooter and he'll never steer you wrong. George says if you're working he's working. There's never a bad time to call him. Contact him at 512-769-3818 or e-mail him at email@example.com.
James Graves: Territory – Utah
James has 20 years of Sales and Finance Management experience. He is dedicated to customer service and helping achieve a profitable dealership. James was raised in New York and has been living in Utah for the past 26 years. He is an avid Jeep enthusiast and helps with the Easter Jeep Safari in Moab, Utah each year. James loves cars and has an extensive knowledge of them. He and his wife Kim have a son, Spencer, and a daughter, Sarah. James's desire for others success has made him successful in life. He will help every dealership become more successful and profitable. Contact James at 801-891-1830 or e-mail him at firstname.lastname@example.com.
Bill Scheetz: Territory – Kansas, Missouri
Bill has over 30 years of dealership experience. He has owned a franchise dealership, a used car dealership and has been a General Manager of a multi-line store. Bill is experienced in building successful, profitable F&I Departments. He has been happily married for over 30 years and is a proud Father and Grandfather. Bill says "call me" because what we have is better for your customers, better for your service department and better for your F&I Department. Contact Bill at 816-668-5101 or email him at email@example.com.
Jeff Sprung: Territory – Massachusetts, Rhode Island
Jeff is a graduate of the University of Massachusetts with a Bachelor's of Business Administration in Marketing and Management. He has over 25 years of automotive management experience as a Service Manager, Sales Manager, F&I Director and GM. Jeff created and owned an automotive sales training company for many years. His well-rounded education and experience enables him to understand your dealership and assist you towards aftermarket product profit maximization. Contact Jeff at 339-206-0209 oremail him at firstname.lastname@example.com.
Shelley Taylor: Territory Tennessee, Alabama, Mississippi, Arkansas
Shelley has over 14 years of retail management automotive experience having held almost every position including Sales, Finance Director, and Sales Manager. She understands the importance of providing excellent service and helping a dealership be more profitable. Shelley is the proud mother of her 22 year old daughter, Brittany. She enjoys golf, tennis, cooking and spending time with her fiance, family, and friends. Shelley says, "Call me because what we have is better for your customers, better for your service department, better for your used car department, and better for your F & I deparment." Contact Shelley at 901.497.4176 or email her at firstname.lastname@example.com.
Jason Kasper: Territory Pennsylvania, Ohio, West Virginia
Jason is a native Pennsylvanian with 9 years of automotive management experience. He loves when consumers benefit from having their vehicles protected by good F&I products. Jason is the proud father of two sons, Logan 18 and Ethan 12. He enjoys hunting, fishing and being apart of his community. Jason has been coaching youth basketballfor over 15 years. There is nothing more important to him than being a part of a team and being a team player. Jason firmly believes that Together Everyone Achieves More. He would love to be apart of your team. You can reach Jasonat 814-421-4989 or email him at email@example.com.
LakeyshaBerzat-Blayne:Territory Texas, Louisiana
Lakeysha is a graduate of the University of Houston-Downtown in Houston, Texas and has a BBA in Marketing. A Houston native, she is a proud wife and mother to a 12 year old son who plays baseball and basketball. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family and traveling. Her career background includes Real Estate Lending, Customer Service, Branch Management and Finance Manager. Putting her clients needs first is what drives her and what has made her very successful in her career. Determined to increase your dealers profit and product penetrations is her main focus and she will go above and beyond to provide. Please call her at 832-356-0048 or email her at firstname.lastname@example.com.
Joss Greene:Territory Washington, Oregon
Joss is a native of the Pacific Northwest and studied Finance and Marketing at Washington State University. He has over 20 years of retail automotive experience including sales, finance, and Sales Manager. Joss has a broad understanding of what it takes to increase dealer profits, performance, and customer satisfaction. He enjoys life on and off the job happily sharing his love for good food, good music and the great outdoors with his family and friends. I understand exactly how important your dealerships bottom line is and how to increase your profitability. Ive put in the time, done the job, and know what it takes to be the best. I will help you get there. Joss can be reached at 360-281-4999 or firstname.lastname@example.com.
Chris Marshall:Territory Michigan
Chris has an Associates Degree in Marketing and Applied Management from the Schoolcraft College in Livonia, Michigan. He landed his first sales job at a Buick store while still in high school. Chris has over three decades of dealership management experience in Finance in both automotive and power sport distribution. He has extensive knowledge of dealership operations and will help you increase profits in all facets of your store. Chris enjoys spending time boating, golfing, skiing and snowmobiling. He is a diehard Lions, Red Wings and Tigers fan. Chris enjoys his time with his wife Linda of 20 years and his step-daughter Symone. Call him at 248-275-8655 or email him at firstname.lastname@example.com.
Zvonko Z Klapan:Territory New York
Z has over 25 years of extensive automotive management experience. He has worked in every dealership position including F&I and GM. Z is married to his wife Christine for over 32 years and they have two daughters and a grandchild. He enjoys gardening, soccer, football and Syracuse University basketball. Z will help you increase your dealership profits and customer satisfaction. Call him at 315-530-5329 or email him at firstname.lastname@example.com.
Donny Hannum: Territory - Maryland, Delaware, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Virginia
Donny Hannum was born and raised in the suburbs of Richmond Virginia. He attended Virginia Commonwealth University and is an accomplished glass artist.Donny has over 18 years of experience in Finance, Insurance and Dealership Management. He is an avid boater who enjoys spending time with his wife and daughter. Donny believes in top notch customer service and is committed to providing your dealership a total solution that will increase sales, profitability and customer retention. Contact Donny at 804-357-3856 or email him at email@example.com..
Rob Black: Territory - Virginia, North Carolina
Rob started in the auto industry in 1994 working in Parts and Service then transitioning into Sales and ultimately F&amop;I. He has also spent time as a licensed Insurance Agent and as a Lender in both Virginia and North Carolina. Rob and his wife have 2 children: Ryan and Elizabeth. He is an avid sports fan in his spare time. Rob enjoys fundraising for the South Hill Shrine Club, where he serves as President. He says, "Call me because what we have is better for your customers, better for your Service Department, better for your Used Car Department and better for your F&I Department". Contact Rob at 434-917-2866 or email him at firstname.lastname@example.com..
Laura Gleeson: Territory - Montana, Wyoming
Laura, originally from Arizona,is a resident of Billings. She has 20 years of automotive and power sports industry management experience with an emphasis in finance. Laura has two children and loves spending time with them. She is an adult leader in her sons Boy Scout troop and is a baseball mom with involvement with her sons Little League team. Laura enjoys camping, cooking, and crafting. She says, "Call me because what we have is better for your customers, better for your Service Department, better for your Used Car Department and better for your F&I Department". Contact Laura at 406-696-4038 or email her at email@example.com.
Cort Moritz: Territory New York, Connecticut, New Jersey
Cort is a graduate of Brooklyn College with a degree in Business. He has over 15 years of automotive management experience holding major positions with the largest auto finance companies and as an owner of a dealership. Cortis the proud father of his 4 year old son, Reid, and is happily married to his wife Ryan. He enjoys vehicle restoration and cross country family trips. Cort brings a unique style and approach to business with a focus on growing his clients portfolio by leveraging his industry relationships. Contact him at 917-974-0543 or email him at email@example.com.
Les Thomas: Territory Colorado
Les is a United States Air Force veteranwith a background in nuclear security and SWAT. He has over 20 years of automotive management experience as a Finance Manager, Finance Director and F&I Trainer for large dealer groups. Les is AFIP Certified and is trained for most dealership compliance requirements. He is a part-time stand-up comedian and the PA Announcer for numerous basketball organizations. Les says, The level of professional automotive industry service that we provide is unsurpassed because of the experience that each of our Agents bring to the table. Contact him at 720-651-7930 or email him at firstname.lastname@example.com.
Michale Gerick: Territory Arkansas, Southern Missouri
Michale has over 20 years of professional sales, management and F&I dealership experience. He is happily married and a proud, devoted father of 10. Michale enjoys spending his free time with his family and is an accomplished singer. He is dedicated to maximizing dealership profitability and simplifying dealership processes. Call Michale at 479-268-1485 or email him at firstname.lastname@example.com
Carl Edwards: Territory California
Carl is a United States Air Force veteran. He graduated from the University of Maryland with a BS in Communications and from the Air Force Community College with a degree in Police Science and Criminology. Carl has worked in every management aspect of the auto industry for over two decades. He enjoys spending time with his beautiful lady Barbara and his grandchildren. Carl also enjoys riding his Harley Davidson, playing tennis and golf, and is a fan of the Raiders and the Cubs. He is ever ready to assist you with all of your dealer needs. Call Carl at 714-493-7909 or contact him via email at firstname.lastname@example.com.
David Solorzano: Territory California
David has over 30 years of automotive management experience from sales to GSM to F&I, F&I Director and F&I Trainer for large dealer groups. He understands what it takes to make a dealership profitable and for the customer service process to be enjoyable. David enjoys spendingtime with his 18-year-old daughter mountain biking in the Santa Cruz Mountains. He says, "Its never the wrong time to do the right thing for your customer retention, F∓I Department, Used Car Department and Service Department." Call David at 408 691-7550 or e-mail him at firstname.lastname@example.com.
Otis Davis: Territory Florida
Otis studied Business Management at Greater Hartford Community College. He is a Connecticut native that now calls Orlando his home. Otis has extensive automotive management knowledge and experience wearing every hat for major dealership operations. He says, "Call me so I can help you increase your profits and CSI through the products and services that we provide for your customers, service and F&I departments." Call Otis at 407-427-8905 or e-mail him at firstname.lastname@example.com.
Thomas Donat: Territory Utah and Idaho
Tom has decades of automotive management experience as a Sales Manager, F&I Director, General Manager and Owner. He is a proven leader who can maximize profit in your store while maintaining excellent customer satisfaction. Tom is an avid sports fan but is happiest attending one of his grandchildrens activities. He says, "Lean on me to sell more vehicles and make more profit because what we have is truly better." Call Tom at 801-787-7615 or email him at firstname.lastname@example.com
Henry Abularach: Territory Arizona
Henry has over 10 years of automotive management experience having held the roles of F&I Director, GM and Dealer Principle. He understands what it takes to achieve maximum profitability in the F&I Department and other dealership areas. Henry has been married to his beautiful wife for 18 years and they are the proud parents of three amazing children. He enjoys spending his free time with his family going camping and boating. He is an expert in helping you achieve your profit maximization. Call him at 480-262-6928 or email him at email@example.com.
Josh Uttamsingh: Territory South Carolina, Georgia
Born in Mumbai India,now residing in South Carolina, Josh graduated from the University of North Dakota with a Bachelors Degree in Computer Science. He has over 25 years of dealership management experience in upstate New York from sales to F&I. Josh is AFIP certified. Josh and his wife are the proud parents of two amazing daughters both attending The University of Rochester. He loves golf and college football, especiallythe LSU Tigers. Josh says, "We are not only better for the F&I department, we are better for the entire dealership including your customers. Our service to the dealer is second to none." Contact him at 315-297-5667 or email him at email@example.com
Michael Kelliher: Territory Alabama
Michael Kelliher grew up in the Washington DC area, graduated from San Diego State University and now he has relocated to the Gulf Coast. He has 20 years experience in Finance, Insurance and Dealership Management from F&I, General Manager and Regional Director. Michael enjoys fishing, golf, the NFL, NHL and NCAA football. He says, Pick up the phone and call me because what we have is better for your customers, better for your service department, better for your used car department and better for your F&I Department. Call him at 703-725-8477 or email him at firstname.lastname@example.com
Rose Ridke: Territory California
Rose is a Southern California resident originally from Vancouver, Canada. She has over 30 years of dealership management experience from Sales to Training to the Finance Department. She enjoys her two grandsons, great movies, golf, shooting pool, football, basketball and Jazz. Rose wants to help dealerships increase their F&I and Service Department profits. Contact her at 951-259-3678 or email her at firstname.lastname@example.com
Bob Tillis: Territory Ohio
Bob is Southern Ohio native. He has been in automotive management for 18 years from Used Car Manager to GSM and F&I Director. Bob has spent recent years training dealership employees and has been a featured speaker at events including NADA, NIADA, 20 groups, and The American Bankruptcy Institute. He is the proud father of two high school children and an avid poker player and animal lover. Bob says, I am excited to help dealers maximize their opportunities by offering personalized service. Contact him at 937-763-7881 or email him at email@example.com
Ciara Gamber: Territory Missouri, Illinois
Ciara has been a car person her whole life with family in the industry. She has spent most of the last 15 years in F&I and has won numerous awards. Ciara enjoys giving back to the community through supporting local charities, and volunteering at the animal shelter.She loves taking her son on new adventures. Ciara enjoys kayaking, hiking, and participating in marathons. She says, Call me because what we have is we have is better for your customers, better for your service department, better for your used car department and better for your F&I Department. Contact Ciara at 314-255-8934 or email her at email@example.com
Guy Valverde: Territory New Mexico
Guyis a USAFveteran having been an Aircraft Electrician on the F15 Fighter Jet. He has spent the last two decades in the automotive dealership management for large franchises. Guys positions have included Sales Manager, Trainer, F&I Manager and Director. He knows the right product mix for any dealership, large or small. Guy says, Give me a call so I can explain and show you how our Company can take your Finance Department to the next level. Contact him anytime day or night at 505-573-5453 or email him at firstname.lastname@example.com
Amy Rousseau: Territory Nebraska
Amy has been in the automotive industry for 22 years. She started in sales and moved into management from Internet Sales Director, Sales Manager, Finance Manager, Service Advisor, and Service Manager. Amy has a strong background and knowledge about all aspects of dealership operations from front to back. She is the proud mother of 3 and enjoys spending time with her family and friends. Amy says, Its never too late to call me, there is never a day Im not available. Im ready to start increasing your profit and saving you money while doing so. Contact her at 402-202-7357 or email her at email@example.com
Troy Henderson - National Sales Support: resides in Mays Landing, NJ
Troy has 25 years of experience in the automotive industry. Troy is an F&I expert spending many years as an F&I Director of a large group. In addition, he spent 5 years as an F&I Trainer for JM&A. He is the proud father of 3 sons and 2 daughters. Troy is an avid Phillies fan and he enjoys constructing WWII battleship models with his sons. Call him at 609-470-1736 or e-mail him at firstname.lastname@example.com.
Abdullah Hampton: Administrative Assistant
Abdullah is an Army Veteran who was born and raised in Atlantic City, New Jersey. He previously was a Timeshare Salesperson and worked as an Office Coordinator at an Atlantic City casino. Abdullah enjoys video gaming, basketball, jogging and time with friends and family. Call him at 609-568-5701 or email him at email@example.com.
Donna Lewis: Administrative Assistant
Donna has an Associates Degree in Paralegal Studies from Everest University in Miami, FL. She has over 20 years of automotive dealership experience handling every document and situation required in the automotive industry. Donna is the proud mother of a son and 3 daughters and has 4 grandchildren.Being a foster child, Donna has worked progressively to show her family that how you start out is not how you have to end. Call her at 609-568-5701 or email her at email@example.com.
Kristin Dilks: Administrative Assistant
Kristin is a graduate of West Chester University with degree in Elementary Education. She enjoys anything out on the water whether it be fishing with her pops, jet skiing, or joy rides on the boat. Kristin spends her Sundays as a volunteer Sunday School teacher and then the rest of the day is dedicated to football. Go Eagles! Call her at 609-568-5701 or email her at email@example.com.
Maggie Dougherty: Administrative Assistant
Maggie grew up in Philadelphia, PA, and attended Atlantic Cape Community College. Her parents were both employed in the automotive industry and she started working at a car dealership while in high school. Maggie has held in positions in office administration including automotive title and billing clerk. She is happily married and has 3 children and 7 grandchildren. Maggie is an avid Philadelphia sports fan and enjoys reading, kayaking, camping & spending time with family and friends. Call her at 609-568-5701 or email her at firstname.lastname@example.com.
Emmanuel Boykin: President, CBA Innovations / Kiosk Division
Eman is a graduate of Central Michigan University with a Bachelor of Science in Business Management and a Masters in Administration. He is also a graduate of the NADA Dealer Academy. Eman is skilled at developing strategic professional partnerships and experienced in instructing programs on leadership, management, sales and customer service. From 1985 to 2001, he was in corporate management in the areas of finance, engineering, marketing and business planning for General Motors. In 2001, Eman began a fellowship and eventually became a successful General Manager and Dealer Principal for over 10 years. He enjoys traveling and taking vacations with his wife and daughters and two small dogs. Call Eman at 586-243-5558 or e-mail him at email@example.com.
Keith Rubin: Project Manager,CBA Innovations / Kiosk Division
Keith is a Pennsylvania State University graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Economics. He is an award winning multi-unit regional service manager with over two decades of experience. Current and prior responsibilities include overseeing day to day operations at multiple auto retail and repair facilities, P+L responsibilities, training, recruiting, customer service, and HR responsibilities. Keith is the proud father of twins, Maxwell and Landon. He is also the Cubmaster of Manchester Cub Scouts. Call him at 732-228-0884 or e-mail him at email@example.com.


text:
For Immediate Release: June 05, 2013
Contact: CJ Macklin, 518-390-5592, firstname.lastname@example.com
Connecticut State Board of Education Approves First New Public Charter Schools In Over Five Years
Hartford, Connecticut – Today, the Connecticut State Board of Education approved Brass City Charter School in Waterbury and Path Academy in Windham, paving the way for the first new public charter schools to open since 2008. NECSN Connecticut State Director, Jeremiah Grace, made the following statement regarding the schools.
"The approval of Brass City Charter School and Path Academy mark a significant step forward in providing more high-quality public school options to the families of Connecticut. We are incredibly heartened to see that the State Board of Education looked at the 4,000 names on public charter school waitlists and decided to move forward with its first two new state charter school applications in more than five years.
"These schools will help close our state's worst-in-the-nation achievement gap by acting as a lifeline to the 65,000 Connecticut kids still stuck in failing public schools. We congratulate the State Board and the schools for their hard work, and we know they are ready and eager to serve communities in need. This momentum needs to continue as lawmakers finalize funding for these new schools in the home stretch of the budget process."
About the Northeast Charter Schools Network
The Northeast Charter Schools Network is a regional advocacy organization advocating for the more than 200 charter schools in Connecticut and New York. Its mission is to support and expand high quality charter schools in the region.
846 Asylum Avenue, Hartford, CT 06105


text:
|Trump in Arabia
A Pro-American Arab Alliance that Fights? - Jonathan Spyer
The decision by Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Egypt and Yemen to cut off diplomatic relations with Qatar is the latest step in the reemergence of a clearly defined US-led Sunni Arab bloc of states. The task of this alliance is to roll back Iranian influence and advancement in the region, and to battle against the forces of Sunni political Islam. Little noticed by Western media, this conservative Sunni alliance against Iran and Sunni Islamism has been under construction for some time.
Saudi Arabia and the UAE were the first to recognize the new regime of Gen. Abdel Fattah al-Sisi following the military coup on July 3, 2013. Financial support from both countries has been crucial in ensuring the avoidance of economic disaster in Egypt. The Saudis and Emiratis were the moving force behind the interventions into Bahrain in 2011 and Yemen in 2015. In both cases, the intention was to prevent the advance of Iranian interests.
The results in Yemen have been mixed, but by no means constitute the debacle that the intervention has been presented as in some quarters. The Houthis remain in control of Sanaa, the Yemeni capital, but the nightmare scenario in which an Iran-supported force acquires control of the narrow Bab al-Mandab Strait, through which all shipping between the Gulf of Aden and the Red Sea must pass, was avoided. Emirati and Saudi special operations forces played a key role in the fighting.
[T]he election of US President Donald Trump appears to have sharply increased the scope and ambitions of the pro-US Gulf Arab states. It is clear that they identify a regional outlook similar to their own in Trump and key figures around him. This raises the possibility of a more assertive and clearly defined strategy regarding both the Iranian and Sunni Islamist adversaries.
At the Riyadh meeting on May 21, 55 Muslim-majority countries signed a declaration pledging to establish "a reserve force of 34,000 troops to support operations against terrorist organizations in Iraq and Syria when needed."
Declarations by Gulf states have not always been followed by concerted action on the ground, of course. But with the current emergent standoff between pro-Western and pro-Iranian forces in eastern Syria, and the incremental loss of territory by Islamic State in that area, it is not hard to think of the type of roles that a standing Gulf Arab counterterrorism force would play – for example, in holding and administering Sunni Arab areas in cooperation with local forces.
Qatar, through its support for Muslim Brotherhood-associated movements and via its enormously influential Al Jazeera satellite channel, tried to turn the energies of the Sunni Arab masses in Syria, Egypt and the Palestinian territories into political power and influence for itself (while, of course, harshly suppressing any attempts by its own largely noncitizen population to claim rights). This project has failed.
For a moment, [in the recent past] a large Sunni Islamist bloc based on Qatari money and Muslim Brotherhood power seemed to be emerging. Brotherhood-associated parties controlled Cairo, Ankara, Tunis and Gaza. Similar movements seemed plausibly within reach of Damascus. But this bloc proved stillborn, and little of it now remains.
The hour of the revenge of Doha's Gulf neighbors has thus arrived. The shunting aside of little Qatar, however, is ultimately only a detail in the larger picture. What is more significant is the reemergence of an overt alliance of Sunni Arab states under US leadership, following the development of military capabilities in relevant areas, and with the stated intention of challenging the Iranian regional advance and Sunni political Islam.
Originally published under the title "Lines in the Sand: Qatar's increasing isolation in the Arab world"
Jonathan Spyer, a fellow at the Middle East Forum, is director of the Rubin Center for Research in International Affairs
[Jerusalem Post]
Saudi Newspaper Criticizes Hamas - Yasser Okbi
The Saudi newspaper Okaz reported Friday that Hamas has invested "$120 million in the last three years in intensive tunnel construction....Hamas allocates millions of Saudi and UAE dollars in order to support Iranian-orchestrated terror."
Saying "there is no difference" between the Islamic State and Hamas, the paper called for immediate Arab intervention in order to prevent Hamas' exploitation of Gaza's citizens. "Hamas uses all the aid that the Palestinians receive to support their interests, it digs tunnels beneath schools, houses and hospitals and thereby poses a danger to the lives of Palestinian civilians."
(Maariv Hashavua-Jerusalem Post)
Iran nuclear deal - Daniel Pipes, PhD
Trump's trip to the Middle East revealed the degree to which he sees the Iranian threat as the organizing principle of the region: "What's happened with Iran has brought many of the parts of the Middle East toward Israel." A common fear of Tehran (and to a lesser extent, of ISIS) seems to be the foundation on which he plans to build an Arab-Israeli alliance...
[Tehran Times]


text: :Does the installer still create /etc/mk.conf by default? I think it does. If /etc/mk.conf is obsolete then we need to do something about it but I'm not really up on all the ins and outs of pkgsrc so it has to be someone who actually understands what is going on with the conf stuff. -Matt Matthew Dillon <dillon at backplane.com>