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We just picked up our beef on the hoof purchase for 2013 but I still had a few packages left from last year's beef purchase. A couple of those packages were round steaks. Some cuts of beef are better for grilling than others, however even those cuts that give less than ideal results can be grilled if you modify how you do the grilling. So it is with round steak. A round steak is from the round primal cut of beef. It is comprised of the eye (of) round, bottom round, and top round still connected. The bone may or may not be included. A round roast is lean but moderately tough due to the lack of fat and marbling. This makes round steak dry out when cooked with dry-heat cooking methods like roasting or grilling. Slow moist-heat methods including braising, to tenderize the meat and maintain moisture are commonly used to cook round steak. Round steak can also be sliced thin, then dried or smoked at low temperature to make jerky.
Wood smoking chips can be found in the grilling aisle of most box stores, specifically Canadian Tire and Home Hardware here in our corner of beautiful Ontario, Canada. They are not expensive at about $7 for 220 cubic inch bag and the bags often go on sale near the end of the summer when there is less demand for them. I look for all natural 100% organic, pesticide free wood smoking chips. You can also use wood chips from woodlots and orchards providing it is pesticide free. Quite often the wood will be free or very low cost from either source.
I am quite impressed that the steak did not become dry and tough during the cooking process. Overall, I would rate this experiment a 9 out of 10. One portion of the steak was cooked a bit more than I would have liked but other than that, I have no complaints. The real beauty of using the smoking chips is the flavour they add to the foods. While the results are good using the wood chips on the outdoor grill, I want to do more smoking that requires a smoker. I'm borrowing a smoker from one of our friends this week to see if I really want to buy one. I have one round steak left that I will be smoking for beef jerky so will report back on the results. I am very much encouraged by the results so far.


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Game Review: CHUCKY – SLASH & DASH (iOS)
Review: Chucky – Slash & Dash / Publisher: Slimstown Studios / Platform: iOS / Release Date: Out Now
The horror world's most diminutive star makes his videogame debut in Chucky: Slash & Dash, a version of Temple Run with knives and glitches. These days, the Temple Run template is a common design for many a movie tie-in – everyone from Oz the Great and Powerful (which actually lends itself really well to the format) through to the Minions of Despicable Me and Iron Man himself have had a go. Now it's Chucky's turn.
69p doesn't seem like too much to pay for a game which purports to be an official Child's Play tie-in. For that price, how bad could it be? The answer, unfortunately, is 'I want my damn 69p back.' Not only is Slash & Dash ugly, unimaginative and derivative of better games, but it's glitchy and impossibly difficult too. Gameplay is identical to other Temple Run games, except in this case, it doesn't work. It's unresponsive, annoying and a mess. Set in what looks like an industrial warehouse, we see Charles Lee Ray jogging his way from kill to kill, jumping over barrels and ducking under low-hanging pipes as he goes. Innocent security guards and construction workers are the prey of the day, although all it takes is a limp kick to the head to put Chucky out of commission.
At times, it feels like it's at complete random whether Chucky decides to respond to your touch, often choosing simply to run into a wall or right into that security guard you were trying to cut up. Choice quotes have been snipped from Bride of Chucky, but they get old fast. If I hear Chuck say the words "I like killing" one more time, I may break out into a not-so-minor killing spree myself. Never before have I found myself wishing that Brad Dourif would just shut the hell up, but that's the case here. Alternatively, you can play as Jennifer Tilly's Tiffany, but she's just as bad.
It's a shame, since there's real room for a good game based on our horror icons. This just isn't it. It's cheap, ugly and, well, broken. It's playable for the first fifteen minutes, but after that, it quickly becomes a chore.
At least this is one game where you won't be scammed into buying extra credit for unlockables and special features. They are available, for a cost, but there's no chance of anyone ever wanting more of this mess enough to pay for it. 'Hi, I'm Chucky,' goes the famous psychopath's catchphrase, 'Wanna play?' Actually, no.

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Mother's Day Cake & Cupcake Ideas
Birthday cakes, cookies and cupcakes are usually made by mom, so why not treat her this Mother's Day? Vanilla cake with creamy strawberry filling, windowpane cookies, rose cupcakes and other pink and pretty treats are just the ticket. Not handy in the kitchen? You don't have to be. Each one of these delicious desserts are easy to make and don't require a whole lot of time. Enjoy and a very Happy Mother's Day to all of you amazing moms out there!


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By Paul J. Bruemmer (c) Nov. 2005, Bruce Clay, Inc.
Published in SeoNews.com
"SEO is still a tiny portion of the total search marketing spend." So states MarketingSherpa in its recent Search Marketing Benchmark Survey. I find it hard to understand the under-utilization of organic SEO compared to PPC (pay-per-click) advertising when organic listings are preferred by 5 clicks to 1. The natural organic listings convert better, too. So what gives?
MarketingSherpa also states that organic results are "better noticed, read and clicked on than paid listings." The report notes that organic listings convert as well as, or even better than, paid listings (4.2%, versus 3.6%). Study after study continue to demonstrate the power of organic links.
Delight and Dismay
MarketingSherpa researchers were both "delighted and appalled by the year over year data on marketing search spending." Delighted because more marketers said they would allocate largër portions of their marketing budgets to SEO to gain valuable organic listings. But appalled at the "continuing disconnect between paid search spending and SEO investmënt."
The keyword is "investmënt." SEO is an investmënt in time, resources and knowledge – an investmënt that is accountable and yields an excellent return. The benefits of SEO are long lasting when compared to PPC because paid clicks can start or end immediately, depending on your budget and a variety of other factors. Conversely, organic SEO changes to a website stay with you indefinitely.
Requisite Site Changes
Organic SEO takes a lot of expertise, and it also takes cooperation by the client in executing the recommended site changes that allow a site to rank well in the major search engines. A recent JupiterResearch study states there are numerous obstacles to achieving necessary site changes when search marketers outsource SEO to vendors. In fact, 64 percent of the marketers and agencies surveyed said they did not implement their SEO vendor's recommendations. This leads to the assumption that they didn't achieve good organic SEO results.
I myself wonder just what the "SEO recommendations" were that the marketers did not implement in this study. Why? Because I've seen and heard a lot of inappropriate and/or weak SEO recommendations over the past ten years.
While the reasons cited for not following through with site changes are reportedly varied, the most common were (1) "lack of internal human resources to implement changes," (2) "timing/ frequency of update issues," and (3) "lack of outsourced IT budget." In my opinion, this is by and large due to the SEO vendor failing to set proper client guidelines and expectations.
The Communication Workaround
Can any client trust the advice they receive from any given SEO vendor? It seems like a catch 22 for the politically correct — clients pay big bucks for SEO services, but they don't get results because they can't make the site changes. I say horse feathers to this assumption — clients come to an SEO vendor for help. It is the vendor's responsibility to guide the client to success. Failure occurs when the vendor fails to communicate what is required of the client prior to signing a contract.
A partial remedy for not implementing site changes would be to task the SEO vendor to FTP the site changes, but many companies will not allow outside consultants to access their site. The best solution is for the vendor to be clear upfront in communicating with the client, coming to mutual agreement on a procedure and schedule for making recommended site changes.
SEO vendors need to be more explicit in delineating the IT vs. marketing tasks necessary. They also need to consider the expertise and knowledge factor. SEO experts can likely accomplish the site changes in less time than the client IT technicians; however, there is tremendous value to in-sourcing SEO in the long run. Vendors can provide a realistic time schedule for accomplishing changes and factor in time for unknown contingencies due to client company operations. Explicit communication between the SEO vendor and its client's IT and Marketing departments will lead to much better SEO results – a win-win for both parties.
The SEO Mystique
The MarketingSherpa report stated that "SEO under-spending" is a trend that will continue in 2006. The researchers asked, "Why don't more marketers invest in SEO?" The major reason given by respondents was "Don't understand SEO, overall complexity."
Despite the fact that users prefer unbiased organic links, and the conversions from organic links average higher than those from sponsored links, some marketers won't invest in organic SEO because of its ambiguity and complexity.
That's why it is necessary to educate marketers and technical people on SEO, demystifying the process. It is really not difficult to understand when examined step by step, but the problem lies in identifying qualified SEO vendors. SEO requires specific knowledge of appropriate methodology and a bit of perseverance. Some of the vendors with marketing visibility lack such traits, leaving a lot to be desired.
Another obstacle to the widespread adoption of organic SEO is that experts in the field offer conflicting advice. A lot of what you hear on the Forums is rhetoric and hearsay. Then there is the lack of SEO standards and a code of ethics, which further erodes the integrity of the industry.
Some SEO experts talk in very general terms, e.g., all you need to do is write your site content for both your customers and the search engines, give each page a keyword-optimized Title and Description Meta Tag, and get as many quality inbound links as possible. Others will say it's more a matter of technical changes, "you need maintenance." Very few know what goes on behind the scenes, and this contributes to the SEO mystique.
SEO Made Simple
First, you need a site review. This includes establishing your business goals with respect to search engines, leading you to measurable organic SEO results. I'm talking about Server Header Status, your IP C Block, dotting the (i) and slashing the (t) in the basics of server-side status, site architecture, page construction, content and inbound link popularity.
Next, a competitor review tells you what you are up against. Your site is obviously lacking several criteria or you wouldn't have such poor positioning. This will also wake you up to the reality of what is required to achieve good positioning. Hello! I think Wake Up is the keyword hëre, get specifics from your vendor and don't settle for rhetoric or marketing lingo. Here's your scrïpt.
I want evidence that my IP address is not IP blocklisted, I want to know why a robots.txt file should be in my root directory, I want to see I have a site status header 200 when you ping my server and not a 400 or 302. I want to see if my HTML is being read properly by a spider read, a browser read and a request read. I want to know how to determine what my odds are of acquiring my strongest competitor's best positions in Google. I want to know I will be sp@m frëe, and I want to know how my site should be arranged so that spiders can find, crawl, index and rank all my data.
And if you need more info on demystifying SEO, drop me a line.
About The Author
Paul J. Bruemmer has provided search engine marketing expertise and consulting services to prominent American businesses since 1995. As Principal Business Analyst for Bruce Clay, Inc., he is responsible for strategizing and implementing business development activities. Paul is well-known in the industry, having written articles for ClickZ, Search Engine Guide, Pandia, iMediaConnection, MarketingProfs and SitePoint. He has also been a featured speaker at the Search Engine Strategies Conference and eComXpo.


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chowtis akshar ka ihai vishesha, sahasron nam yahi mahh dekha;
bhul bhatak nar phir ghat aya, hota ajan so sabhan gamaya;
khojahi brahma vishnu shiv shakti, anant lok khojahi bahu bhakti;
khojahi gann gandharv muni deva, anant lok khojahi bahu bheva;
Sakhi: jati sati sab khojahin, manahin na manai hari;
bad bad jiv na banchi hai, kahahin kabir pukari.
The specialty of the thirty-four letters is that thousands of names can be composed from them. Being lost in these thirty-four letters (scriptures) man is born again; he remains spiritually ignorant and loses everything. Brahma, Vishnu, Shiva, Shakti all searched for Him; countless people, following countless ways of devotion, searched for Him. Groups of gandharvas, munis and devas searched for Him; countless people in many forms searched for Him.
Sakhi: The jati and sati searched for Him and do not think that they are defeated;
Guru Kabir says shouting that the greatest people cannot be saved from the trap of maya in this way.
The thirty-four letters compose the alphabet of Urdu – the language of the Muslims. The letters refer to the alphabet of any language, in which all scriptures and languages are composed. People spend a great deal of time studying the various scriptures, thinking that they are actually on the proper path to know God. However, scriptures does not give people God realization, but people become very knowledgeable in the scriptures yet have not purified their minds, nor have they given up the various passions such as anger, greed and egoism. People follow certain scriptural injunctions and practice various forms of worship according to their various denominations, but unless they realize God within themselves, their learning becomes purely academic. The gods Brahma, Vishnu, Shiva, and the goddess Shakti along with the celestial musicians, philosophers and countless other people of various sects have been searching for the Omnipotent and Eternal Infinite Lord, but have failed to find Him. They all have been caught in the trap of maya. Scriptures and philosophies cannot be made an end in themselves. They are only stepping stones which should be used in conjunction with internal and external purity, simplicity, humility, nobility and other divine qualities, in order to reach the goal of God realization.


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Craig-based Kinder Family Clinic expands practice
Craig — The Kinder Family Clinic is growing, adding a new nurse practitioner to its staff and extending services to Baggs, Wyo., which has been without a health care provider since the Noyes Health Care Center closed in March 2012.
Family nurse practitioner Lauri Morgan will begin seeing patients Monday. Coming to Craig from Evanston, Wyo., Morgan brings with her 20 years of experience working at the Evanston Regional Hospital.
"I think if you've worked in an ER for that long, you can pretty much handle anything," Dr. Pamela Kinder said. "She had fantastic recommendations, and everyone seemed to love working with her."
Kinder has been searching for an additional health care provider for several years but was stymied by the lack of people willing to move to a rural area for work.
"Lauri loves Craig," Kinder said. "She's from a small town in Wyoming and wanted to stay in a smaller town."
Morgan earned her Doctor of Nursing Practice degree in May and also is certified for family geriatrics and pediatrics.
"We're just really excited to be growing while everyone else is retracting," said Kinder, who has owned her own practice since 1995 and moved into the Russell Street location May 1, 2000.
Morgan's addition has allowed the Kinder Family clinic to expand its services north, and Jona Ely, DNP, will begin seeing patients at Kinder Family at Baggs, formerly the Noyes Health Care Center, on Monday.
"Jona is from the Baggs area, and she wanted to be more involved there," Kinder said. "She's really proud to provide health care there."
Since the Noyes Health Care Center closed, patients needing exams, procedures or prescription refills have had to drive to Craig to get them.
"I've always had a love of rural medicine," Ely said. "I grew up there, and we also have a lot of patients up there, and most of them have to drive here. Hopefully, with the new location, we can really reduce the response time to an illness."
The community response to the new Kinder location has been so enthusiastic that boys from the Little Snake River Valley High School even lent a hand rearranging furniture at the clinic.
"The whole community is so happy and so willing to help us," Kinder said. "The level of excitement is so energizing."
Eventually, Kinder hopes to add additional services and a general practitioner to the Baggs location, but she stresses that the most important thing is to have a health care provider present in the community to make diagnoses and educate patients.
"We want to reach out to more people," Kinder said. "We want to provide great care no matter where we are."
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New school record, outdone expectations at state mark bright future for Moffat County track and field
With Saturday bringing with it a new team record, a competition that nearly didn't happen, and a bet with some slippery stakes, never let it be said that Moffat County High School track and field athletes don't make their season exciting right up until the very end.


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SOUTHLAKE (CBSDFW.COM) – The Southlake Planning and Zoning Committee voted down a request Thursday that would have allowed lights to be installed at the Southlake Carroll High School baseball field.
The final vote was 3-1.
While parents and athletes supported the possible move to add bright lights, homeowners near the playing field expressed concern.
Carroll Independent School District trustees unanimously approved installing lights at the high school field last month. But the field's neighbors were worried about having bright lights beaming toward their yards and windows. Residents said that they were also concerned about the large crowds that could result from the lights, and how the light installation will impact their property value.
Homeowners have urged urged the school district to look for another option.
The district said that it is trying to play ball with neighbors, and intends to limit the number of night games each year. Also, the district plans to have no games start later than 7:00 p.m. and promises to dim the lights and quiet the sound system once games have ended.
The matter's not entirely over. The planning panel's vote comes up for consideration by the city council in a week and a half.
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A standard is a document approved by a recognized body, such as the NSI, that provides, for common and repeated use, rules, guidelines or characteristics for products or related processes and production methods, with which compliance is not mandatory. It may also include or deal exclusively with terminology, symbols, packaging, marking or labelling requirements as they apply to a product, process or production method
Standards can be divided into three categories:
The quality and safety of goods and services.
The conditions under which products and services are to be produced, packed and refined.
Management systems
Systems that help organisations to manage their operations. They are often used to create a framework within which an organization consistently achieves the requirements set out in product and process standards
Importance of Standards
1. Standards make the development, manufacturing and supply of products and services more efficient, safer and cleaner.
2. Standards facilitate trade between countries and provide governments with a technical base for health, safety and environmental protection and conformity assessment.
3. Business using standards especially, international standards can compete on many markets around the world.
4. Standards speed up the disseminations of innovations and their developments into manufacturable and marketable products and provide interoperability of goods.
5. Standards serve as catalysts for technology transfer and provide assurance about the quality and reliability of products.
6. Machinery and tools used in day to day life including transport, become safer when manufactured according to standards.


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Shock Till You Drop scored the first peek look at the upcoming Sci-Fi Channel remake of 'Children of the Corn', the remake of the classic 80's horror based on Stephen King's story. The new image shows a well pecked scarecrow cop. You can check it out below.
Donald Borcher's 'Children of the Corn' is wrapping it's second shoot week currently taking place in Iowa. The remake stars David Anders, Kandyse McClure, Daniel Newman and Preston Bailey.
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I had picked up a package of Isabel's gluten free batter mix at the Glasgow Allergy and Free From show back in January, and ended up bringing it with me when I moved home to the United States. My mom scored a near-new Fry Daddy at an estate sale over the weekend, so naturally we were excited to try it out. We broke out my gluten free batter mix and decided to make onion rings, along with a few fried mushrooms and zucchinis.
You guys, this batter is perfect. It coats the vegetables nicely and fries into a light, crispy batter that tastes great. And for me, the best part is that not only is the batter gluten free, it's also dairy, soy, corn and nut free. All you add is water! If you are in the United Kingdom, go get it right now – Isabel's is pretty widely available at UK grocers and online. If you are in the United States, it's a little harder, but we can get it too. It's available on Amazon (*Isabel's gluten free batter). But, I found that you can get the same 8-pack directly from Isabel's, shipped to the US for about $40 (as of 11/16/2016). So yes, that's about $5 per packet, but we battered a whole onion's worth of rings, five decent-sized mushrooms and about 10 slices of zucchini. The packet says you can do about four pieces of fish with it if you're after fish and chips instead. The expiration date on my packet was January 2019 (bought in January 2016), so they've got a solid shelf life.
This is not the only Isabel's product I've loved; they also do an easy pão de queijo mix (called dough balls) that's really good. I talked about this in my pão de queijo article a while back.
Can I just say that when I was a kid, the platter of fried vegetables was one of my favorite appetizers ever? I love a good battered mushroom dipped in ranch, and you NEVER see this gluten free out in the world. It was so great to have this again!
Are you a fan of fried, battered things? What's the first thing you would make with gluten free batter? Tell me in the comments!
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Stockhausen's Refrain
I can actually recall —almost perfectly— the first time I heard Stockhausen's composition Refrain for piano, vibraphone, and celesta. I had ditched school (I was a freshman in high school at the time) and purchased a copy of the piece from a record shop that was around the corner. The cover of this particular album, available on the Koch Schwann Musica Mundi imprint, was memorable in and of itself. This serpentine eye done in green and yellow gazed out from behind the lettering that announced Stockhausen's name and the contents of the disc.
I was already familiar with the overall layout of Refrain's score, as it was prominently featured in nearly every book I had picked up on contemporary music, serialism, and post-war classical music. Despite having seen numerous reproductions and facsimiles, nothing really prepared me for the moment when I finally heard this music. I patiently sat through Zyklus for percussionist. When track two began and the first chord from Refrain hit, there was a tangible mysticism in the room, as if a suspension of the banality of day to day existence had occurred —as if I was witnessing a rare occultation of the popular culture and public education that consumed my life. The music sounded incredibly esoteric to me, with unresolved dissonances floating past, only to be broken up by the 'refrains' of the composition. The phonetic syllables uttered by the three players throughout the piece sounded ritualistic. This really was truly my first experience of one of Stockhausen's masterworks. It was obvious that this was the next logical progression from Webern and Schoenberg (I have to admit, even to this day I am still not a huge fan of Alban Berg).
That first chord from Refrain has made its appearance in a few of my own scores, as a nod to Stockhausen's influence, but also because this is possibly the most life changing chord I had ever heard at that time and may have heard since. Technically, that sound is simply two notes, e natural and f natural. It is their close proximity to one another and the unison sounding of the same chord in all three instruments, that gave the opening of Refrain a particularly initiatory flavor.
Stockhausen forced me to make a rupture with everything I knew in order to gain an understanding of his music. I had already practiced blues music, Hendrix songs, Nirvana songs, and played a number of pieces as a percussionist in concert band, it was Stockhausen who forced me to forget all of that. I had the freedom to study his music, to study contemporary music, just as I had the freedom not to. I have found that most individuals in music take full advantage of the freedom not to study this music. I suppose this is why I still view the best art, as so-called elitist art. Populism and mass appeal —receiving that stamp of approval from the vulgar herd— will always be meaningless to me. As Tony Wilson said, "Some people make money and some make history."
My high school years would not have been the same if it weren't for this early encounter with Stockhausen's Refrain. I stopped socializing. I began reading books on music and art. I took an interest in Japanese philosophy. Most importantly, I began to compose serial music. I did not have access to theory books or a knowledgeable teacher. I had to figure out all the ways I could make variations on single tone-row or cell. I had to develop my own systems for serializing not just pitch, but durations, dynamics, timbre, articulations, and all the other elements of the short compositions I wrote throughout high school. The lesson of Stockhausen's music was that whether somebody loved what I was doing or not, whether there was an audience or not —I enjoyed working and making art, and that's what I was put here to do. Despite any setbacks or discouraging experiences, I haven't really wavered from this path at this point in my life and I love writing, I love painting, and I love studying. I thank Stockhausen for giving me the material I needed to realize this about myself.
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A year ago, I had the most dazed and pukey day of my life, but hearing "The Ukrainian" tell me that we had a son and meeting the little guy for the first time are still very clear in my mind.
I will admit, most of the year has been a blur. There was a lot of nursing/pumping, playing on the floor with the baby, waking up at night, anxiety, and washing... I'm pretty sure the lack of sleep messed with my sense of time.
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I made sure, though, to commit everything I could to memory -- the feeling of his tiny grabby hand, his babbles, and even the many times I spent checking his hair curl for cradle cap. All of the changes he has gone through this year have been nothing short of amazing. He understands some things, throws balls when asked, reacts with great joy or discontent based on which book I've chosen for his bedtime story, stacks blocks, and says some words. It's hardly believable that he was a little helpless newborn not that long ago.
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Baby Tuesday has been in our lives for a year, and he has already given me so much. I look forward to all the fun milestones ahead.


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Vague Angels perform "Themepark Ashtray in Ashtray Themepark" by the legendary and fictitious band The Breaks as it appears on their album Truth Loved which functions as Chapter 7 in the novel White Pigeons by CHRIS LEO b/w Lavender Diamond met Vague Angels at The Wild Frontier and sang "Wild" August 2004. Fans of Chris Leo's former projects (THE LAPSE, VAN PELT, NATIVE NOD) will recognize his distinct blend of verbosity and musical virtuosity on his new single. With strange lyrical narratives and dense arrangements, Vague Angels sound like the culmination of a style and sound that he's been developing for years. Chris took time off from performing music to write a pair of novels. The first, White Pigeons, includes the album Truth Loved. The album functions as chapter 7 of the novel and is performed by the book's fictitious band The Breaks. This is a limited-edition release with handmade artwork, so be sure to get your paws on it before the rest of the rabid Chris Leo fans do. Lavender Diamond and Vague Angels may never meet again.
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The First Pass
On March 3, 2009, John Nguyen became the first Gracie University student to pass the Gracie Combatives test using the video evaluation process. John, who owns a traditional Karate dojo in Williamsburg, Virginia along with his brother Mike, estimated his total amount of accumulated training time to be just over 220 hours at the time he took the test, not including the time he spent viewing and absorbing the techniques from Gracie University.
Once he became extremely confident his execution of all the techniques in the context of the five drills, John digitally recorded his performance and uploaded the videos in the Testing Center at GracieUniversity.com. Once uploaded, all five videos were viewed and evaluated by Rener Gracie. Due to the incredibly accurate and efficient execution of all the techniques, as well as his instinctive response to all the indicators presented by his testing partner, or "bad guy," John received very few deductions and passed the test in flying colors.
Incredible Reflexes
On March 5, 2009, Chris Bailey, from Payson, Arizona, passed the Gracie Combatives test after receiving only 2 point deductions. Aside from the incredibly accurate execution of all techniques, what stood out the most during the test were his reflexes. Watch his test videos and pay particularly close attention to the quickness with which he responds to EVERY indicator presented by his opponent. The efficiency of his movements is evidence that his techniques are not based on conscious memorization, but unconscious instincts.
Although the first step in developing your reflexes is to memorize the techniques, in order to qualify for blue belt, we need to see that your execution of the techniques is based on instincts, not memory. The only way to reach this level of "unconscious effectiveness" is lots and lots of practice, and, as you can see in Chris's test videos, when it is present, it is undeniable.
While watching the videos, Ryron noticed that, although Chris' knowledge of the techniques is clear evidence that he has dedicated hundreds of hours to memorizing the movements, the awkwardness of his movements and the high number of critical errors made are clear indicators that he took the test too soon and that he did not spend enough time developing his reflexes with a training partner.
In the video, you will notice that Chris' drill 1 video has been edited to include the point deductions made by Ryron. Each time a critical mistake is made, it is indicated on the screen in red text. The most important lessons to be derived from watching the video are:
Finally, we would like to thank Chris for allowing us to use his test video for educational purposes. Although he did not qualify for promotion the first time, we know he is training hard to prepare for his second attempt, and we are confident that his name will be added to the list of certified belt holders in no time.
Note: On June 27, 2009 Chris Bowlin retook the Gracie Combatives test and scored an 89. A month later he traveled to Torrance, California to train for a week at headquarters. Now he keeps it real with a Gracie Garage in Mount Sterling, Kentucky.
The Perfect Bad Guy
On May 11, 2009, James Andrew from the UK passed the Gracie Combatives test via the video evaluation process with a score of 94. Aside from the fact that James only made a total of 6 critical errors, what was most unique about the test was the "bad guy's" performance. James's testing partner was Sacha Martin-Luther King, who is also a Gracie University Certified Instructor, and what made his bad guy performance so unique was his intensity level and the diversity of the opportunities he created.
In order to make sure you understand the tremendous impact a good "bad guy" can have on the quality of a belt test, we have included James's Freestyle Fight Simulation Drill video below for your viewing. As you watch the video, pay particularly close attention to how Sacha attacks him at a speed and energy level that forces James to respond instinctively. Also, notice how, as the bad guy, Sacha goes from position to position so objectively, and in doing so he creates an incredible amount of unique opportunities for James to show his skills.
There are three things that you must learn from this video in order to ensure the highest Fight Simulation score: First, your testing partner must know the techniques as well if not better than you. Second, your testing partner must attack you realistically enough for us to verify your reflexes in the execution of all the techniques. Third, your bad guy must diversify their attacks so we can see that you have perfected all techniques and not just a few.
The First 100!
We've had a handful of 97's and 98's and two very impressive 99's (both of which were students at Certified GJJ Training Centers) but no one has ever received a perfect 100 on the Gracie Combatives test, until Jamie. We knew it would happen one day, but never in a million years did we expect the first perfect pass to come from a Gracie Combatives DVD student who has NEVER trained at an actual school of martial arts! On December 8, 2009, Jamie Harding, the Garage Leader from the West London Gracie Garage, submitted his test after approximately 200 training hours. The first evaluator was shocked that he couldn't find a mistake so he passed it up the ladder to another evaluator, and once both had confirmed that there were no errors, I (Rener) was notified. I watched the test once and found no significant mistakes. Determined to deduct at least one point, I watched the test again, and although I noticed some slight differentiations in the execution of some techniques, which is inevitable since everyone is shaped differently, there were no critical mistakes that would have altered the street applicability of his techniques. His test was perfect.
I have chosen to make Jamie's complete test available for viewing so that all white belts know what they should be aiming for, and to inspire anyone who doesn't think Gracie Jiu-Jitsu can be learned from home. As you watch, pay particularly close attention to how little "thinking" goes on. Notice how, in almost every case, the time between indicator and response is but a fraction of a second. Also, keep an eye on his training partner or "bad guy," Fabio Toyama, who does an incredible job presenting the indicators in a realistic manner. We're very proud to have Jamie and Fabio as part of the extended Gracie Family!
In recognition of Jamie's unparalleled level of dedication to art, we have decided to give him free access to Chapter 1 of the Master Cycle, and if you score a 100 on your Gracie Combatives test, we'll do the same for you!
In order to ensure that you do not get penalized for the aforementioned mistakes, it is highly recommended that you watch and critique your own test videos prior to submitting them for promotion consideration. Only once you're confident that your details, conviction, and reflexes are 100% on point, send them our way!
Once you are confident that you can perform all five Gracie Combative Proficiency Drills at a level of effectiveness equal to or greater than John Nguyen's, you are invited to take the Gracie Combatives Test. Before you shoot or submit your own test videos, please review the important tips below:
The most important tip regarding the recording of your test videos is that you use a digital camera, and NOT a camcorder. If you use a camcorder, you will have to go through a very cumbersome process to convert your footage for internet use, whereas, if you use a digital camera your videos will be captured straight to digital format which means they can be uploaded from your camera directly to the internet with the simple insertion of a plug (which comes with the camera). Today, there are many digital cameras (including smartphones) that have sufficient video recording capability.
Make sure your drill videos are within the size limits, have less than 50 characters in their file names and are in .mp4, .mpeg, .mov, .wmv or .avi format.
If your video files are too large in size (400 MB or more) and you don't know how to compress them to a smaller file size, search for a tutorial on YouTube on "How to Compress Video Files," or watch the embedded tutorial below.
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Danny Cody is the one of the most recent Gracie Garage home-study students to score a 100 on the Gracie Combatives test. His test was reviewed by three separate evaluators and, aside from some minor notes here and there, his core understanding/execution of the techniques was as sharp as anything we've seen from the thousands of tests, online students and CTC students that have been submitted thus far. We were so impressed with his at-home progress that we decided to interview him so that other Gracie University students might learn a thing or two about how to make it happen.
Congratulations on your perfect test score! How many total hours did you train, and what routine did you follow to get your technique so sharp?
I trained approximately 225 hours. The routine I followed was the Gracie Combatives DVD format. I trained on average about two to three days per week. I strictly followed the Gracie Combatives recommended cyclic training schedule that is available on Gracie University. I went through each entire lesson at least six times.
What would you say to other home-study Gracie University students to help them achieve your level of success?
First, I would remind them to approach each lesson understanding that Rener and Ryron are not in your garage with you. Even though all the answers are in the instruction, they are not there to correct any mistakes that you make. Therefore, your focus has to be at the highest level. One thing we did that I truly believe took our training to the highest level is that we would film ourselves doing the techniques. Then we watched and analyzed our movements and compared our performances to Rener and Ryron's execution. If we identified mistakes or differences in execution, then we went back and made the necessary corrections. Above all, there is no shortcut, spend as much time as you can on the mat, and don't stop viewing the video lessons. Every time you view a lesson, you'll pick up new details, even when you think you got it all down. Take your time and don't get caught up in chasing the belt, chase the knowledge. Oh yeah, and be sure to stand up in base 24/7!
Who were your training partners and how did you guys stay motivated?
My training partners are my brother and my 8 year old son for Gracie Bullyproof. Motivation for me simply came in the form of seeking perfection in this system. During each viewing of whatever lesson I was on, my mindset was to try to find any detail that may have been missed previously. With this mindset, I was able to keep my focus and motivation extremely high at all times.
What was the most challenging technique for you to learn, and how did you finally overcome?
The most challenging technique for me was definitely the Standing Headlock Defense (Lesson 26)! The way I overcame the challenge was in managing my attitude towards it. I recognized it as a weakness of mine, I accepted it as a challenge to me. My goal was to recognize it as a weakness and then work on it so much that it would literally become a strength. I was really never willing to accept that I couldn't eventually own the technique. So, all in all, lots of extra reps on the standing headlock defense, and also lots of extra viewings and even solo drills helped me a lot.
What is your favorite aspect of Gracie University? Why does it work so well for you?
The convenience of learning at home on my own pace is amazing! I have two children, so time is always an issue for me, and it's very difficult to get to an academy two or three nights a week. I have spent many nights, after the children are asleep, studying GJJ. I also love the forum section on Gracie University. I have asked many questions and gotten great feedback from the certified instructors who oversee the forums!
What are your plans from here? BBS1, ICP, etc?
I have already began BBS1 and it's amazing! I have been doing Gracie Bullyproof with my son for two years, and plan on continuing for the rest of his life. We are currently working on his yellow/orange belt. I am also planning on pursuing the Instructor Certification Program as well.
Anything else you want to tell us about your journey thus far?
The journey has been great. I have so much more confidence in myself since I started GJJ. I also send my son to school very confident that he is equipped with what he needs to stand up to bullying. As if that weren't enough, I have also adopted the Gracie Diet. I have lost 60 lbs during the course of about 14 months, and feel great. Thank you Gracie family!


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Back in June, Team 2ndSkin announced a joint campaign with a group of runners to run for raising fund for NASAM (National Stroke Association of Malaysia). As the third largest killer in Malaysia now, stroke affected almost everyone life - directly or indirectly. One of the goal for Run for NASAM 2013 is to raise fund to support the activities of NASAM, with 24 runners recruited to run SCKLM for a cause. With 15 million people diagnosed with stroke worldwide every year and in Malaysia, over 50,000 cases, this campaign also target to raise the public awareness on stroke. Although SCKLM was postponed due to the deteriorating quality of air few days before the race, the campaign continued on with great success.
Through the PeopleGiving portal, a 'giving' platform for everyone to give back to society, the goal was set to raise RM10,000 through this campaign. Limited edition NASAM running bibs were also printed, with all proceed from the sales going to NASAM. The idea is for interested runners to wear the bib during the SCKLM to help echo what we believe in, There is Life After Stroke.
The runners will complete the pledge to the donors by completing the race this September 29, 2013.
Within a short time frame of a month, team 2ndSkin athlete Roy went live on Lite FM to share his experience on stroke. With his background of 2 strokes attack, he captured the audience attention with the real danger of stroke affecting everyone. A few of the runners were also featured in Sin Chew Jit Poh newspaper sharing about the campaign.
By the end of the donation drive on PeopleGiving, we have successfully over achieved our commitment to NASAM by accumulating RM15,236. It has been a great pleasure to do our parts for this campaign and a really big thanks and appreciation to the donors who has helped in this campaign. Your contribution will go a long way to touch the heart and needs of the strokees in Malaysia.
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I am an educated and kind boy who likes to know countries, cultures and new stories with incredible people with extreme personalities. that allow me to live things truly unforgettable. and worthy of telling. I like to drink wine while I converse with a person whose gaze elevates me and words seduce me capable of making my emotions a whirlwind and subjecting my will to their desires.I love the good food prepared at home and why not guide the person who cooksI would love to walk through the streets of a mystical and spiritual city to eat and discover places to leave a memory to posterity and end up making love in the middle of the night in the vicinity of a place where you can see the stars and hear the sound of the water descending while I kiss the mouth that the will entorbelline me and in that moment it is the object of my desires and passions. it would certainly be a lovely experience
My Fantasies
I would love to have a house on the top of a hill in one of the most cosmopolitan cities in the world to feel like the king of the world. and have a space with limited access to people invited to parties not to finish and that I room in this place is decorated with nude statues of men who have marked history for their powerful relationships as Achilles and patron or neron with spore and Pythagoras and in the middle of this room have a crystal pool with golden tops and not contain water, but champagne and get into it while seven doors appear seven men the most beautiful of their land as it was in Greece and get into the champagne with me and little by little go making love with each one. until I run out of strength and totally ecstatic with so much love while then in the morning everyone gets up in their bed and without the world knowing it they are part of my life in a frenetic polyamory frantic and passionate of love, support and success
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I think the collars is one of my weaknesses, it always excites me to touch and suck my feet. I love seeing a guy with oil all over your body and being able to walk from his legs to his head as sensually as possible.
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Tired of seeing Summer beat herself up, Luca takes her upstairs for a silly drawing session. The two friends laugh as they show off their drawings, drink wine, and share stories of their childhoods.
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Ritual King re-release their debut EP, Elexir, on December 2nd just to make sure the word gets round about how flipping good it is. If you like your rock bluesy and groovy, then you won't go wrong with this collection.
The band kindly took time out of their day to rattle off a quick track-by-track for us. Read, enjoy then make a note to grab a copy on December 2nd!
1. Devil's Chokehold
"Devil's Chokehold" kick off the EP and this song is about the place that Ritual King went to university, most shops were boarded up and shutting down and there was regular violence on the streets at night. The opening line 'Streets stained with the loss of control' was inspired by drummer Rodge seeing blood spattered on the floor the morning after a night out.
This is an abbreviation of 'Interstellar Spirit Dweller' and refers to a lady Jordan met when he first moved to Manchester. She was a mother nature type figure and would supply him with psychedelics. The line 'Will her freedom be free?' refers to her being under threat of being deported due to her activities.
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Inspired by a spiritual journey, these are the words of Guitarist and lead Vocalist Jordan. 'Detachment Continuity' discusses being continuously detached from both the present moment and how society is detached from itself on a face to face social level.
4. Too Fast For Me
The fourth track on the is Too Fast for Me and it was written in referral to Jordan's OCD. The song title references his thought patterns, the pace that they move at and how reckless and continuous these though patterns are.
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Co-written by Drummer Rodge and Jordan, Unorthodox Satisfaction is a reflection of finding satisfaction in something unorthodox. It's about having to go against the grain in order to find real people with genuine values rather than conforming to fit in with everyone around you.
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Finally I'm Back in Amsterdam again after having a great time in Paris and Milan the last two weeks of June. July is about to start and I'm full of stories about those fashionable cities. Besides Paris I was absolutely looking forward to visit Milan together with the buyers of shoe store DAAD177 located in Amsterdam.
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PICTURE 02 - Me in front of Marc Jacobs HQ
PICTURE 03 - Wearing my Givenchy studded star High tops
PICTURE 04 - Playing the tourist in front of the Duomo
PICTURE 05/8 - A quick glimpse to the s/s 2013 shoes and HQ of Marc Jacobs
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No one has ever been as excited to meet their favorite athlete as this Japanese rugby fan was to meet Welsh legend Shane Williams.
You'll never see a sports fan as thrilled to meet their favorite athlete as this Japanese rugby fan was to meet former Wales star Shane Williams.
Williams spent most of his playing days in his home country but moved to Japan's Top League in the twilight of his career. His three years with the Mitsubishi Dynaboars apparently made quite the impact on the fans there.
The poor guy keeps clutching at his chest like he's about to go into cardiac arrest.
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Last May, during part of our hiatus in Longview, Karston and Kyrie painted birdhouses at their Nonna's. Karston chose blue paint; Kyrie chose pink but ended up mixing the pink and blue together making purple.
Don't they look so much smaller?
Well, they painted them in preparation for moving, as something to look forward to hanging up at our new house. And we hung them pretty soon after we got here. And then we waited. And waited. And waited. They really wanted a bird to make a nest in at least one of them, but it never happened. And a year later, their birdhouses looked like this.
No wonder a bird didn't make a nest in the blue one. It had no bottom! Nonna bought Karston a new bird house to paint, and Kyrie repainted hers.
They chose the same colors this year.
Pink and Blue.
The birdhouses are waiting on a coat of sealer before being hung. We will wait again. And pray a little birdie or two decide to make those colorful houses their homes.


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Regus, a company providing office work spaces across the country, has renewed its lease for 15,000 square feet in Marlborough.
The terms of the deal were not disclosed in the announcement from New Dover Associates in Framingham, which represented the landlord, CIL Cedar LLC, in the deal. Lois Nora Scarlata and Daniel Candee are listed as the agents for Lincoln-based CIL Cedar LLC in the Massachusetts Corporation Division filings.
Regus leases at 225 Cedar Hill St., a three-story 107,520-square-foot office building that is fully leased.
Regus, part of a fast-growing segment of rentable public work spaces, also has locations in Framingham, along with more than a dozen others in the immediate Boston area. The company says it has more than 1,000 locations in the United States and 3,000 worldwide.
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Notes on 3 Idiots
There is a very good reason that I didn't write on the much celebrated, much talked-about recent film, 3 Idiots, despite having some thoughts on it. The reason, quite simply, is my regular critique of Aamir Khan and the response it generates. While I enjoyed the film for its lighter moments, its use of comedy and some irreverent moments that are unique to popular Bombay cinema, it would have been impossible for me to ignore the glaring problems with this film. And for fear that my criticism of Aamir Khan's constructed star persona (polite words for god complex) looks like a bad habit, I have chosen to remain somewhat in the background with this one. Luckily, I came across Jai Arjun Singh's insightful piece on the film that appeared in Business Standard. I share his opinion to a large extent, and it can be accessed here.
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People who would like to learn about the environment and the health of our planet might find natural resource management online schools an interesting educational path. Online schools will allow you to prepare for an important profession concerning the Earth's water, marine life, atmosphere, agriculture, forests, fisheries, wildlife, and biological systems.
Imagine a course that you can take at your leisure to become an expert in protecting and maintaining the Earth's natural resources--this is what online schools can offer you. If your goal is to work in agriculture or ranching, you can become well-versed in these areas with an online education from natural resource management schools. And, the best part is you will not have to set foot in a classroom. This is especially helpful for those who live in remote areas of the country and are unable to attend campus-based colleges.
Perhaps you are interested in ecology and conservation; natural resource management schools will allow you to focus your studies in these areas. You can learn the ins and outs of environmental management and maintaining an ecological balance to benefit the world and all its living creatures. An online education can provide excellent preparation for farmers, ranchers, scientists, biologists, park service employees, business people and especially environmental policy makers.
A course in natural resources management will cover the social and economic, biological, and environmental engineering aspects of managing the world's natural resources as an integrated system. Advanced classes allow the student to specialize in various fields of study. Some students will want to focus on the physical Earth resources, such as hydrology, water management and quality, waste management, soil properties, energy resources, etc. Others will want to concentrate on biotic resources, which includes all living things: plants, animals, insects, microorganisms. Students who wish to prepare for management and administrative positions must have a broad understanding of the social, biological and physical aspects of managing and allocating our natural resources; these students will specialize in the social sciences. You can expect classes in agriculture, biology, chemistry, geology, mathematics, and ecology as a part of the general curriculum.
Upon graduation, you could qualify for many important positions. Depending on your educational focus, you could find employment with various related Federal government agencies such as Army Corps of Engineers, National Park Service, Fish and Wildlife Service, Geological Survey, Bureau of Indian Affairs, U.S. Department of the Interior, U.S. Department of Agriculture, Bureau of Reclamation, or the Agency for International Development. Natural resource management online schools can even help you prepare to join the Peace Corps.
In the private sector, you could apply for a position with a resource consulting firm, a water organization, mining and forest products companies, and a variety of conservation and environmental organizations. Perhaps your goal is to instruct others about managing our natural resources in a college or university setting, and you can prepare for such a career through online natural resource management schools.


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"At Roland Berger we're driven by one thing: to create value for our clients with every project."
Marcus Berret
高级合伙人, Chairman of Supervisory Board
Stuttgart Office, Central Europe
Marcus Berret is the Chairman of the Supervisory Board at Roland Berger. After joining the company in 1997, he supported clients in the German automotive industry and managed the Roland Berger's global business with automotive suppliers. He was elected Partner in 2003. His first appointment to the Supervisory Board came in September 2013, where he took over the role of Deputy Chairman. In addition, Marcus Berret has been head of Roland Berger's global Automotive Competence Center since 2014.
He is also the Partner with global responsibility of Roland Berger's Competence Center Industrial Products & Service (IPS) as well as the German Competence Center for Operations Strategy.
"At Roland Berger we're driven by one thing: to create value for our clients with every project."


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Today before the opening bell, GRILLiT announced the execution of a letter of intent ("LOI") to acquire an existing restaurant. After a low-cost retrofit, the location would serve as the company's third location in South Florida.
Located in a well-trafficked area next to the University of Miami, the restaurant is expected to be in GRILLiT's possession no later than August 27, 2013. GRILLiT has already paid the initial deposit into escrow as required by the terms of the LOI.
GRILLiT CEO, Raymond Dias, stated, "We are extremely pleased to have the opportunity for this store location. It is a perfect fit for us, both in terms of the existing store being a relatively simple retrofit, as well as being in an ideal area that gives us exposure to the large student population."
GRILLiT's healthy, fast-casual restaurants offer American, Asian Fusion, and Latin American food styles. The company's restaurants are known for their great atmosphere, casual dining, and freshly prepared lunch and dinner options. The company is focused on expansion throughout Florida and the southeastern United States and nationwide franchising opportunities.
For more information, visit www.grillitinc.com
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Licensed Program: Film / Television / Entertainment – Animated
Ali the FoxBeijing Dream Castle Culture Co., Ltd.
Ali the Fox: Launched in 2006. 17million fans online, Picture Book Bestseller and 4 million books sold since 2009. 800+million online video clicks on episode series. Emoticons downloaded 300 million times and been sent for over5 billion times at WeChat. As an ICP, contents provided for over 200 platforms. 70+ Licensees (like DQ, McDonald's, Bank of China, Dencare, Yunifang, Prince Kung's Mansion, Swire Properties, Longfor and JLF Jewelry, Jiabao Group, etc.) and 2000+ SKU. Partners: POP Mart, Family Mart, Raffles and Watsons, etc. Franchise stores cover almost all the big cities in China.
Boonie BearsFantawild Animation Inc.
Boonie Bears is the NO. 1 Chinese animated media franchise with 5 feature films, 2 TV movies and 8 TV series. It achieves great success at box office with over 210 million USD, gets recognized by national and international awards, holds the highest ratings of all TV channels nationwide and ranks top on media platforms. Internationally, it is distributed to over 100 countries and territories. We've developed about 3000 products with a wide range of categories. The annual sales of merchandise exceeds 380 million USD every year and the number is still growing.
PAW PatrolSpin Master & Nickelodeon
In its fifth year PAW Patrol continues to soar to rating highs on Nickelodeon, on the top of retails Hottest Toy Lists while continuing to be a mainstay in licensing and retail. Paw Patrol is the must have toy on every preschoolers list.
- Paw Patrol My Size Lookout Tower nominated for the TOTY – Preschool Toy of the Year and was a 2017 Walmart top 25 and Amazon Top 100.
- Paw Patrol Sea Patroller nominated for the TOTY – Vehicle of the Year and was a 2017 Amazon Top 100, Target Top 25 and Toys R Us Top
Peppa PigEntertainment One
Generating over $1.2 billion globally at retail per year, amassing more than 1000 licensees around the world, strong box office for a UK and Australian theatrical release and a major new global partner in Merlin Entertainments all combined to make 2017 another hugely successful year for Entertainment One's Peppa Pig. Strong revenue growth was fueled by global expansion, particularly in China, which saw a 700% increase in retail sales. U.S. retail sales increased to $345 million driven by new partners Colgate and American Greetings and key deal renewals. Targeting new international audiences, Peppa Pig debuted in India and Japan.
PJ MasksEntertainment One
In 2017 Entertainment One's (eOne) PJ Masks cemented its position as a leading preschool property when the full product line took the international retail markets by storm, generating global retail sales of circa $900 million. PJ Masks was the #1 growth property in the Preschool Toys segment in 2017 in the U.S. and internationally the toy line has received widespread acclaim, winning a UK Licensing Award for Best Licensed Toys and Games range and License of the Year award from the Australian Toy and Hobby Retailer. Broadcast was amplified by new terrestrial broadcast partners in the UK, Australia, and Mexico.
Rick and MortyAdult Swim & Cartoon Network Enterprises
Rick and Morty, the animated comedy series on Adult Swim that just completed its third season in fall 2017, has proven to be immensely popular, becoming the #1 comedy across all of television with adults 18-24 and 18-34. The brand has become a multi-platform sensation not just on television, but across digital, gaming, livestreaming, retail, and fan experiences. An April Fool's Day livestreaming event on AdultSwim.com, the traveling Rickmobile pop-up shop, and retail partnerships all helped to cultivate the sensation in 2017.
Super WingsAlpha Group Co., Ltd.
Super Wings has been distributed to the most-watched TV channels in 90 countries and regions, the licensed goods sales over 1 billion. Lots of famous enterprises, such as P&G, Yili, Auldy toys are all the licensees of Super Wings.


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Could this vacuum be the one?
We've all done it. We bought the cheaper vacuum because who wants to spend so much money on a Dyson? Well we are here to say that Dyson vacuums are worth every pretty penny! It took me 3 broken crappy vacuums before I finally splurged and bought a Dyson, and fingers crossed so far so good! My carpet, tile and wood areas have never looked or felt cleaner. Plus it is so easy to use and the attachments are a cinch to change. Not to mention some of the models stow away quite neatly for those with limited closet/storage space in their condo units. So condo residents if you want to give your feet the treat of not walking on left over dust and dirt that your old vacuum left behind then make the splurge and buy the Dyson. Side note: some models are currently on sale at Canadian Tire, Sears, Future Shop and the Dyson online store!
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Thursday, June 19, 2014
Be Guided By Spirit
I just want you here, to lay next to me, to hold my fingers between yours, to look me in the eyes and tell me you love me regardless of what you see in there. Come be with me and fill my heart because right now, it is empty and aching.
Feeling kind of lost today and.... well like a complete wreck. Eliza and I have been staying at my mom's house for the past couple of nights because it's the only place I feel I right in. The hardest part of all of this is that I can't even figure my thoughts out. It's been absolute
madness in my head. And then realized that I am definitely pms-ing. But the fact doesn't really help or change how I feel. Ah, the life of a women.... However, this little diddy above helps to keep my spirits up. Maybe figuring out my head is not quite as important as figuring out my heart. Perhaps tomorrow will be better. *fingers crossed*
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Lynn Symansky has 29 years of competitive equestrian experience, and 18 years of international experience. She has been competing at the Advanced level of eventing since she was 18. She has an accomplished resume which includes being a member of the 2011 gold-medal winning Pan American Games team, 2014 World Equestrian Games team, 2015 Aachen Nations Cup team, and traveling reserve for the 2016 Olympic Games. She has completed 11 CCI**** competitions around the world at Rolex Kentucky, Badminton, Burghley and Pau.
Lynn has been fortunate to ride a variety of talented horses, from off-the-track thoroughbreds (OTTBs) to U.S.-bred and European-bred Warmbloods. Lynn has brought many horses up through the levels on her own. She has the instincts and experience to customize an approach to bring out the best in both horses and riders. Lynn believes that hard work, communication and patience are the key to bringing out each horse's full potential.
In addition to her competition career, Lynn also has extensive teaching experience. From coaching advanced-level competitors, talented young riders and ambitious amateurs, Lynn's experience is valuable to all levels. Lynn is a USEA ICP certified instructor and has coached eventing and show jumping teams for the USPC at regional and national championships for many years.
Career Highlights
- Member of the U.S. World Equestrian Games Team (Donner)
- 8th - USEA Rider of the Year
- 6th in the world and top U.S. rider (FEI July Rankings)
- Area II Advanced Champion (RF Cool Play)
- 1st place Plantation Field CIC** (RF Cool Play)
- 2nd place Bromont CIC*** (Under Suspection)
- 2nd place Bromont CCI*** (Under Suspection)
- 3rd place Jersey Fresh CCI*** (RF Cool Play)
- 6th place Land Rover Kentucky Three-Day (Donner)
- 1st place The Fork Advanced (Under Suspection)
- 3rd place The Fork Advanced (Donner)
- 7th place The Fork CIC*** (RF Cool Play)
- Donner was named EquiRatings Horse of the Year and Chronicle of the Horse Eventing Horse of the Year
- 1st place Virginia CCI**
- 1st place Plantation Field CIC**
- 6th place Burghley CCI****
- 2nd place Great Meadow International CICO***
- 6th place Carolina International CIC***
- Named to the USEF High Performance Elite Training List
- Received the Land Rover USEF Grant for the Badminton CCI****
- Traveling alternate for the 2016 U.S. Olympic Team
- 6th place 2016 Ocala Jockey Club CIC***
- 12th place 2016 Great Meadow International CICO***
- 17th place 2016 Rolex Kentucky CCI****
- 3rd place 2016 Carolina International CIC***
- Named to the 2016 USEF High Performance World Class Training List
- Reserve Champion of the American Eventing Championships Training Horse division
- Winner of the 5-year-old Young Event Horse Championships
- 14th place 2015 Burghley CCI****
- Member of the 2015 Aachen CICO*** team
- 2nd place 2015 Great Meadow International CIC***
- 4th place 2015 The Fork CIC***
- 12th place 2015 Rolex Kentucky CCI****
- Named to the World Class USEF High Performance Training Lists
- Selected to represent the US at the 2014 World Equestrian Games
- Winner of Bromont CIC***
- Named to the World Class List of the Summer/Fall USEF High Performance Training Lists
- 5th place at The Fork CIC**
- 5th place at Rolex Kentucky CCI****
- Awarded Best Turned Out, Best Conditioned, and USEF Reserve Champion at Rolex Kentucky
- Awarded the Jacqueline B. Mars Training Grant
- Named to the 2013 USEF High Performance World Class Training List
- Finished 13th at the Pau CCI**** with the fast cross-country round of the day
- Winner of the Fork CIC***
- Donner named The Chronicle of the Horse and Eventing Nation's Eventing Horse of the Year
- 10th place USEA Overall Rider
- 5th place USEA Lady Rider
- 2nd place at Virginia CCI*
- 11th at Jersey Fresh CCI***
- Member of 2011 U.S. Pan American Gold Medal Team
- Finished 5th overall in team competition at Pan American Games
- Named to 2011 Developing Riders List
- 3rd at Richland Park CIC**
- 5th at Jersey Fresh CCI**
- One of the top 50 riders in the nation on 2010 USEA Leaderboard
- 2010 Intermediate American Eventing Champion
- Winner of Virginia CCI*
- Area II Training Level Champion
- Top 20 finisher at Rolex CCI****
- Best Conditioned Horse Award Rolex 2008 CCI****
- Top 20 finisher at Rolex CCI****
- Named to 2003 USET High Performance list
- Short listed for 2003 Pan American Games and placed 10th as an individual alternate
- Radnor Hunt CCI** leading young rider and 7th internationally
- Morven Park CCI* 2nd in the Young Rider Division and 8th individually out of 90+ starters


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David C. Anderson
Passed away this day in 2013
Second Assistant Director for Dr. No
Assistant Director for From Russia with Love
David C Anderson passed away at the age of 72 after a brief illness two years ago. He came from a family of directors and actors. His father is film director Michael Anderson who is probably best known for work on Around the World in 80 Days (1956), The Dam Busters (1955), The Quiller Memorandum (1966), and the television miniseries The Martian Chronicles (1980). His brother is actor Michael Anderson Jr. (Logan's Run, The Sundowners), and step-brother to The Walking Dead actress Laurie Holden and actor/director Christopher Holden (Silent Hill, Felicity).
Anderson got his start with Dr. No (1962) as an uncredited second assistant director. I wonder how exciting that must have been to work alongside Terence Young, Sean Connery and Ursula Andress and perhaps a chat or two with Mr. Ian Fleming at afternoon tea? Anderson returned to the franchise for a second time as an assistant director in From Russia with Love (1963), which paired him with Young and Connery again.
From that start with the Bond films, Anderson continued to direct, but he branched out into producing. He also dabbled directing and producing shows for television. In fact, he worked with Sir Roger Moore on the television series The Saint for five episodes in 1964. Some other memorable work Anderson was associated with include: The Man Who Would Be King (1975) starring Sean Connery and Michael Caine; The Deer Hunter (1978); and The Eagle Has Landed (1976) which included Donald Pleasence. He also had a few surprises: Tales from the Crypt (1996), Invasion U.S.A. (1985) and The Texas Chainsaw Massacre 2 (1986).
Note: The obituary written by Kimberly Nordyke for The Hollywood Reporter (dated August 16, 2013) mentioned that Anderson had worked on Thunderball (1965), but I did not find a credit for Anderson in his IMDB profile.
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Nothing really important is coming out this week. You should all just go outside and play. Maybe build a go-kart, or visit a dog park.
Tuesday, May 27
- Watch Dogs (PC, PS3, PS4, Xbox 360, Xbox One)
- Mind Zero (Vita)
- Sly Cooper Collection (Vita)
- Ace Combat Infinity (PS3)
- Monster Monpiece (Vita)
- Final Fantasy III (PC/Steam)
- The Wolf Among Us Episode 4: In Sheep's Clothing (PS3, PC)
Wednesday, May 28
- A Story About My Uncle (PC/Steam)
- The Wolf Among Us Episode 4: In Sheep's Clothing (Xbox 360)
Thursday, May 29
- Gravity Badgers (Wii U eShop)
- Luv Me Buddies Wonderland (Wii U eShop)
- Ittle Dew (Wii U eShop)
Friday, May 30
- Mario Kart 8 (Wii U)
Coming Soon:
Tuesday, June 3: Murdered: Soul Suspect (PS3, PS4, Xbox 360, Xbox One), Wildstar (PC), Hyperdimension Neptunia PP (Vita), PlayStation Vita Pets (Vita), Worms Battlegrounds (Xbox One, PS4) Thursday, June 5: Murdered: Soul Suspect (PC) Friday, June 6: Tomodachi Life (3DS)


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Salmonella probe shifts to pistachio processor in San Joaquin Valley
Federal food safety officials have lifted last week's blanket salmonella warning on all pistachios, focusing on nuts now being recalled by a single San Joaquin Valley processor.
The full effect of the warnings and recalls on pistachio sales is not yet known. But judging from past outbreaks, sales stand to rebound slowly.
Spinach sales took more than two years to recover after a 2006 E. coli outbreak. Nearly a quarter of regular tomato eaters continued to abstain more than two weeks after the government gave the all-clear in last summer's salmonella scare, one study found. Peanut sales still are down following a salmonella–related recall early this year.
Broad alarms about a particular vegetable or nut tend to stick in shoppers' minds even after the government clears certain processors or regions from blame, said Jim Prevor, a produce–industry analyst based in Florida.
"It's asking too much of consumers to make these fine distinctions," he said.
Federal and state investigators have yet to link an illness to a salmonella–tainted pistachio. They did, however, find the bacterium in Setton Pistachio's processing plant near Porterville.
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Hey, Bob Vila...I love you.
I grew up without cable TV, so a few grainy network stations and crystal clear PBS were the only channels we had. Back in those days I loved watching old reruns of Dark Shadows, Star Trek, and This Old House on PBS. Bob Vila was one of the pioneers of home improvement TV.
These days, Bob has embraced the age of technology and has his own website called BobVila.com . It's filled with all the great stuff Bob Vila is known for plus little extras like interior design, lawn and garden tips, travel suggestions, and much more.
Imagine my excitement when I was contacted a few weeks ago to contribute a feature to the website! He has a new feature called Genius! and they shared The World's Largest Slip and Slide in the Genius! section. You can check it out here!
Thanks, Bob...I love you, man.
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Just a couple quick ones I shot on film. Big ups to Colin McKay and Plan B for hosting the best Holiday party our staff has been to this year, or pretty much any year. Here's wishing everyone out there a fantastic Holiday and New Year.—Blair Alley
Blair & Shecks.
Reggie and his RDS pendant.
Skin and T Pudz.
Knee deep in a TransWorld part and riding high on the success of one, Shane and Torey.
Merry Christmas from the Valley.


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News Release
For more information contact: Jesse Borjon, (785) 271-3269
January 17, 2014
Emler Sworn in as Commissioner
Topeka, KS - Today, Jay Scott Emler was sworn in as a Commissioner of the Kansas Corporation Commission (KCC).
Commissioner Emler was appointed by Governor Sam Brownback on January 8, 2014, and confirmed by the Kansas Senate on January 16, 2014. His term expires on March 15, 2015.
"I am truly honored to serve on the Commission," stated Emler. "I greatly appreciate the work the Kansas Corporation Commission does for the citizens of Kansas in protecting the public interest. I look forward to the opportunities this new role presents."
Prior to the KCC, Emler served in the Kansas Senate where he represented the 35th District in central Kansas for 13 years. While in the Senate, he served as Chairman of both Ways and Means and the Utilities Committee. Emler has previously held a senior position as Vice President and General Counsel for Kansas Cellular. He has had a law practice in McPherson.
"Senator Emler is a welcomed addition to the Commission," stated Chair Albrecht. "His work on the Senate Utilities Committee and understanding of the many complex issues that come before the Commission is invaluable."
He is a graduate of Bethany College, Lindsborg, where he earned a bachelor's degree and teaching certificate. He earned his law degree from the University of Denver, College of Law. Emler also received a master's degree in Homeland Security and Defense from the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, California.
Emler and his wife Lorraine live in McPherson County where they operate a small family farm.
Emler joins Commissioners Albrecht and Wright on the three-member Commission. Members are appointed by the Governor and serve staggered four-year terms. State law provides that no more than two of the three Commissioners may belong to the same political party.
The KCC regulates five industries in the Kansas economy and has the responsibility of ensuring that natural gas, electricity, telephone, and transportation vendors provide safe, adequate, and reliable services at reasonable rates. The mission of the agency is to protect the public interest through impartial and efficient resolution of all jurisdictional issues. The agency regulates rates, service, and safety of public utilities, common carriers, motor carriers; regulates oil and gas production by protecting correlative rights, environmental resources, and energy storage; and promotes energy-related programs.
A reception will be held for Commissioner Emler at a later date.


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Updated April 25, 2019
Sri Lanka Express
Sri Lankan ambassador to Ankara: There is no good terrorism, Turkey will soon defeat terrorism
Similar to Turkey, Sri Lanka suffered from terrorism for decades, and after successfully eradicating terrorism, the country has built a new Sri Lanka. Ambassador to Ankara Pakeer Mohideen Amza discussed with Daily Sabah what Turkey could learn from Sri Lanka's fight against terrorism. Amza said that the three pillars on which the new Sri Lanka is being built are democracy, development and reconciliation.
Underlining that there is no good terrorism, Ambassador Amza expressed his confidence that Turkey will soon eliminate terrorism from its soil. Reiterating Sri Lanka's solidarity with the government of Turkey after the Gülenist coup attempt on July 15, Ambassador Amza added that Sri Lankan-Turkish relations will flourish simultaneously with cooperation in sectors such as construction and trade
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U.S. Continuing to support Sri Lankan Government says Biswal
Foreigm Minister Mangala Samaraweera flanked by Nisha Biswal & Tom Malinowski
U.S. Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asian Affairs Nisha Biswal speaking in Colombo on July 12 said relations between the two nations are at an all-time high and promised the United States will continue to foster economic develoment and encourage foreign investment in Sri Lanka.
"The United States and Sri Lanka share common goals as fellow democracies, which are both working to promote and protect human rights and fundamental freedoms. We are partners, and today our relations are at an all-time high. The United States will continue to partner with the government to foster economic development and encourage foreign investment, to work to advance opportunities for all Sri Lankans," she said.
Ms. Biswal who was accompanied by the U.S. Assistant Secretary of State for Democracy, Human Rights and Labour Tom Malinowski met with Minister of Foreign Affairs Mangala Samaraweera.
"We continue to support the Government of Sri Lanka as it takes meaningful and concrete steps in response to concerns of its people related to democratic governance and advancing respect for human rights, for reconciliation, for justice and accountability. We can envision a future which brings benefits to both countries, and to peace and prosperity and security across the Indian Ocean as Sri Lanka assumes a greater role as a key partner in this region. As Sri Lanka assumes its great potential as a hub and a gateway to connect to a rising economic societies of South and Southeast Asia," Biswal said.
The two Assistant Secretaries were scheduled to meet with Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe, followed by meetings with the Leader of Opposition, senior parliamentarians, several cabinet ministers, and the commanders of the three forces. They will also travel to Trincomalee July 14 where there will meet the Governor and Chief Minister of the Eastern Province; and of course visit the historic Konneswaram Temple; and several other project sites. (Source: Sri Lanka Embassy, Washington DC)