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Avian flu of the H5N8 strain has been confirmed in turkeys at a farm near Louth in Lincolnshire.
Most birds at the premises have died - any remaining birds there will be humanely culled. Defra has put in place a 3km protection zone and a 10km surveillance zone around the infected farm to limit the risk of the disease spreading.
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There is not anticipated to be any impact on the supplies of turkeys or other birds over Christmas.
Chief Veterinary Officer, Nigel Gibbens, said: "Avian flu has been confirmed on a turkey farm in Lincolnshire. This is the same strain that has been affecting poultry in Europe. Immediate steps have been taken to limit the risk of the disease spreading and all remaining poultry at the farm will be culled.
A PHE spokesman said: "Avian flu (often called bird flu) is primarily a disease of birds. There have never been any recorded cases of H5N8 in humans and the risk to public health is considered very low. We continue to work closely with Defra throughout this investigation. Despite the risk being very low, we will offer health advice to those people who may have been exposed on the farm as a precaution."
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From: malc <firstname.lastname@example.com> > > # module M = struct type t = float and r = {f:t} end;; > > # module M' = struct type t = float type r = {f : t} end;; > > > > In the first case, the record is represented as an array of a pointer > > to a boxed float, while in the second case it is represented as an > > array of an unboxed float. Since the data representation is different, > > these two signatures are not equivalent. I was afraid there would be > > no direct way to express the first case, but actually you can. > > What exactly triggered the switch from boxed to unboxed repersentation? > I mean, this is completely unobvious and can have severe performance > degradation, so description of cases when this might happen could be > useful. This the use of "and". In mutually recursive type definitions, other types are not "known" during the definition, and as a result their representation cannot be used for optimization. I think this is true for all ocaml releases, but it is specified nowhere, and could be wrong. Since you're not going to write the first defintion anyway, this shouldn't be a real problem. The real problem is that when you use a signature like sig type t type r = {f:t} end in a functor, then this signature cannot be instanciated by the unboxed version of r when t = float. And there is no way to solve it short of inlining functors. Cheers, Jacques Garrigue ------------------- To unsubscribe, mail firstname.lastname@example.com Archives: http://caml.inria.fr Bug reports: http://caml.inria.fr/bin/caml-bugs FAQ: http://caml.inria.fr/FAQ/ Beginner's list: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/ocaml_beginners


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Over here at Gluecon, we've been working on increasing diversity (and diversity scholarships) for several years now. Along the way, we've learned a bunch, and had what I thought was some limited success, but there's always that desire to do more.
Our goal is quite simple: to create as diverse and welcoming a conference environment that we can.
As such, we're trying to get as early a jump on this as is possible. I'm exceedingly pleased to announce that this year's scholarships are being underwritten by Brad Feld, Amy Batchelor, the OpenAPI Initiative and CapitalOne.
The scholarships will work much as it has in the past: It is open to women, minorities, or any other underrepresented group in tech, and covers admission to the conference (and all of its sessions, meals), but not travel expenses or hotel expenses.
If you'd like to apply for one of the scholarships, send me an email (enorlin AT mac.com) with the following:
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- a short paragraph explaining why you'd like to attend, and how you feel you'll contribute to gluecon
We're not setting a "deadline" for applications, but rather looking to give as many of these scholarships away as we can (more on that in a bit), while giving folks the maximum amount of time to plan. All of which is to say, that you should not delay in shooting me an email. 😉
You can find our Code of Conduct here.
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Local Liberal Democrats are supporting residents and parents in their call for the consultation on the future of Cragg Vale Primary School to be fair, and to consider the consequences of it.
Calderdale's Labour Cabinet is proposing to move Cragg Vale Primary School onto the Calder High School site, saying that the current building isn't safe, even with the large government grant which the council applied for to fix it.
But retaining the school on the current site isn't one of the options that they're offering people. This seems to be unfair.
It would be better if they asked people to rank the options including keeping the school where it is, and then they would get a true reflection of people's views.
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An article in the Wall Street Journal yesterday described a celebration of the work of the late rabbi and scholar Abraham Joshua Heschel, who wrote a famous book ("The Prophets") about Biblical prophesy and was intensely involved in the Civil Rights Movement. According to the article, several of the speakers suggested that Barack Obama has prophetic qualities. I'm no expert on prophetic discourse, but it seems to me that the terms "prophet" and "prophetic" are almost always misused, often but not always by the evangelical left.
Oversimplifying radically, the Biblical prophets seem to me to have had three qualities. First, they called for a return to Godly behavior in their culture. "The prophet was an individual who said no to his society," as Heschel put it, "condemning its habits and assumptions, its complacency, waywardness, and syncretism." Second, they put themselves at great risk in proclaiming this message. Third, they predicted (often with specific prophesies) the consequences of a failure to correct the sinful patterns of the present.
One current misuse of the term prophetic, in my view, comes from those who argue that Christians should not get their hands dirty in the culture. We should distance ourselves from any involvement in political parties, for instance, keeping a pure, "prophetic" distance. This attitude is sometimes a reaction (or over-reaction) to the failings of the religious right. David Kuo's recent proposal that evangelicals take a time-out from politics is a limited version of this. The problem with this conception of prophesy, it seems to me, is that it misconstrues the first characteristic of prophets. Although they were outside the seats of power, the prophets were very much engaged in the culture of their era.
The second misuse is labeling critiques of current policy "prophetic." The liberal evangelical Jim Wallis regularly uses this term to describe efforts he favors– usually efforts opposing the Iraq War or calling for the government to do more to fight poverty or racism. Whether or not one agrees with these stances, it seems to me a radical misuse of the term prophetic to apply it to efforts that are taken in comparative comfort. I believe Martin Luther King can fairly be described as having been prophetic. I don't think current anti-war or anti-poverty efforts can.
Can a politician ever be prophetic? In my own view, only in rare circumstances would a politician qualify. As noted, Biblical prophets generally spoke from outside the seats of power. But occasionally, a politician acts so boldly and presciently as to qualify, at least if we allow some liberties in the use of "prophetic" (such as applying it in a secular context). I agree with those who would say Winston Churchill's warnings about Nazi Germany were prophetic. Barack Obama, on the other hand, does not seem to me to meet any of the three qualities of a prophet. He's a wonderful speaker who may do great good, but his message is not in a prophetic mode.


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'Women who say that they don't love diamonds, are women who don't have diamonds.', Elisabeth Taylor once said, whose diamond collection was one of the largest in Hollywood. From diamond earrings to brooches, and even a diamond tiara, Liz had it all. She got most of her jewels from Richard Burton, with whom she was married for a long time.
The 33.19 carats Krupp Diamond - once owned by Vera Krupp - was the first diamond Richard bought for her. He paid 305,000 US dollars (in 1968). Taylor wore the ring in some of her movies, during her interview on Larry King Live in 2003 and at almost every acte de présence. But her most famous diamond was without any doubt the 69.42 carats pear-shaped diamond - the so-called Taylor-Burton Diamond - which Burton bought at an auction for more than 1 million US dollars. The diamond was originally worn in a ring. 'But even for me it was too big.', Taylor said. 'So we've asked Cartier to design a necklace.' She wore the new design during the Oscars in 1970. It's one of the most well-known necklaces in history.
After her death, all of her jewels were auctioned at Christie's New York for about 106 million euros, an absolute record. It was the most lucrative auction of jewelry ever. The masterpiece was the necklace 'Peregrina', also a present from her ex-husband Richard Burton. This jewel was part of the Spanish Crown Jewels in the 16th century and auctioned for about 9 million euros.
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North Korea has once more issued threats against the US and South Korea after proposed government-level inter-Korean talks failed to take place.
In the face of "threats of war", North Korea warned that the "reckless" military exercises conducted by the US and South Korea would lead to an all-out war in the Korean Peninsula.
An editorial in the North Korean mouthpiece, Rodong Sinmun, the country's most widely read daily, said: "As long as the United States and South Korean puppets continue with nuclear threats and threats of war against us, we will... strengthen nuclear deterrence through every possible means."
Marking the anniversary of the 2000 summit agreement between the two Koreas, North Korea also urged South Korea to change its fundamental "policy of confrontation".
North Korea had quietened its sabre-rattling over the previous days, and a working-level meeting initiated by North Korea led to the proposal for ministerial-level talks. The meeting did not take place following differences over nominating delegates.
"Unless there is a fundamental switchover in the policy of confrontation of the South's ruling forces, dialogue and improvement in relations between the North and the South cannot be realised forever," said the North Korean daily. The paper blames South Korea for the breakdown of the talks.
Meanwhile, North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has called for better relations with China. "It is the unshakeable will of our party and people to further consolidate and develop generation after generation the traditional DPRK-China friendship, which stood all tests of history, from a long-term and strategic viewpoint despite the complicated international situation," he said. Pyongyang-Beijing relations have been strained in recent months.
But Kim underscored the basic strength of relations between the two countries. "I am convinced that the invincible vitality of the DPRK-China friendship, a common treasure of the peoples of the two countries, will be more strikingly demonstrated in the future thanks to the common efforts of both sides," Kim said, according to the state-run Korean Central News Agency.
Meanwhile, the US remains adamant that it will not accept North Korea as a nuclear-armed state, Glyn Davies, a senior US government official on North Korea policy, said earlier. "We will not reward the DPRK for the absence of bad behaviour."


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Kenya's Jeffrey Kimathi is the founder of Jamhuri Wear, a clothing brand which started in South B, Nairobi and is now based in New York. Jeffrey's clients include Akon and Jay Z. Check out his beautiful work on his website.
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Kenyan born Edi is a rising Hollywood star, having starred in the most recent X-Men installation, X-Men First Class. Edi is also known for his role in the vampire flick Twilight as Laurent.
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Kenya's Tonee is a captivating man with a passion for innovation and Africa. He was the force behind The NAiLAB, an ICT incubator initiative in Nairobi. Tonee is now a leadership and motivational speaker mostly targeting young professionals and technology enthusiasts. His website and Twitter page give updates on what good he is up to.
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Kenya's Italia has a silky voice on radio and an infectious smile in person. Having worked with Capital Fm for several years, she is one of the finest people to ever grace the airwaves of the country. She can be found on her Facebook fan-page
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[LIVE REVIEW] Accept @ 170 Russell, Melbourne – 17/09/2017
A crowd truly worthy of the mighty metal legends Accept, line the streets outside 170 Russell in Melbourne, some admittedly with Balls To The Wall, but most squirming and fidgeting in excited anticipation.
With the meet and greets squared away and the poster wielding faithful forming the first group to hit the barrier, a sense of satisfaction presents. Not to be wantonly self-indulgent or claim 'true fan' status, solely aware of the true might of Accept, but there is a distinct feeling of fulfillment when so many have arrived early to a gig, determined to make the most of such an august occasion.
None more pleased to see an already seething mass before them than openers Damnation Day. Pumped and ready to warm up the willing, three mild mannered and clean cut gentlemen take to the stage. Yes, you read that correctly. A certain satisfaction warms a metal heart when such people who would be perfectly placed clad in a three piece at a boardroom meeting, live their daily lives in clandestine cloaking, with all about them none the wiser that their veins run thick with heavy metal. And of course Mark out front with a fine head of mosh ready locks, suited perfectly to the metal persona. But that's where the theatrics end. This tremendous group which was founded by brothers Mark Kennedy and Dean Kennedy (drums), accompanied by Jon King (Lead guitar), are truly a no nonsense and honest metal band. Luis Eguren adds a welcome added dimension with his stellar Bass performance holding the rhythm firmly in place. Now these lads are no strangers to Accept crowds having supported the Teutonic Terror on the Scandinavian and European leg of the BLIND RAGE TOUR, 2014, before HUGE crowds in matching sized venues.
A melodic metal symphony adorns the crowd with opener Dissecting The Soul laying waste to the doubting inclinations to those unfamiliar with the groups massive sound. There is simply no requirement for jumping and stage theatrics for these guys, who prefer to deliver their polished products as though performing just for you. Speaking of polished products, yes Mark we know where the merch desk is. Good thing he did remind us though. After a set littered with killer tracks Colours of the Darkness, The Witness, Carried Above The Sun
and World Awakens (the latter being the title track from their new album which is available at a merchandise desk near you at a very reasonable price….there ya go Mark) we move on to the stage rearrangements. With Marks soaring, ripping, shredding metal vocals still ringing in the ears, accompanied by the polished performance from the group as a whole, one cannot but smile at the audible murmurings from pockets of the crowd along the lines of "they were effing awesome" and "how come I've never seen them before?". Well, now you know, get out there and give these home grown Melbourne guys the support they deserve. Just a brilliant way to warm up for the mighty ones. Bravura.
Now, I take some liberty in offering humble thanks on behalf of the Melbourne crowd to Accept and their crew, for going to the logistical difficulty and expense of flying out as much of their full stage adornments, as is humanly possible. This was surely no easy feat and the results were more than appreciated. A small stage, but all clad in Accept stage decoration it seemed to grow in stature and importance.
Importance is now a word I use lightly around the likes of Accept. To this moment I remain in abstract disbelief that, having only toured Australia for the very first time in 2014, have returned for a single Oz show in Melbourne while touring with their new album, The Rise Of Chaos. With a lineage dating back to the 1960's and a formal beginning in 1976 with Wolf Hoffmann shredding into the annals of metal history, any opportunity to watch such legends at work is truly an honor and a privilege.
The crowd erupts as we catch our first glimpse of Peter Baltes, Wolf Hoffmann, Mark Tornillo and for the first time in Australia with Accept, Uwe Lulis and Christopher Williams. What better additions to the group could possibly have been found. Perfect and natural fit. Very unusual for a band of this history and lineage, but perfect none the less.
What more powerful way to scoop up and truly own a crowd than a soaring rendition of Die By The Sword from the tours namesake recording. Mark Tornillo is one of those unique vocalists who pours every ounce of his being into every note and, without fail, each time you see him perform is more astounding than the last. A crowd favorite in Stalingrad, title track from their 2012 album, raises the enthusiasm even further as mouths agape among the first timers, indicate a bearing of witness to the true metal heritage laid forth.
Mark's investment in Koolaide is evident as his emotive performance shrieks and howls from every pore. Amazing stuff.
No Regrets introduces the first of many sensational displays of dueling guitars between Wolf and Peter, then Uwe and Wolf, then Wolf and Peter, but it never, ever gets old. Just utter perfection in harmonic camaraderie. Mark even gets a turn, albeit on air guitar, but he does it so very well.
I have been pondering Analogue Man long and hard, whilst enjoying the track, but as Mark completes the track with a "true that", I can't help but agree. Thank the metal gods he is, because no digital trickery could possibly replicate his raw, powerful and utterly phenomenal vocal delivery.
Wolf performs some solo classical serenades, before allowing his guitar to reveal its true screeching metal self, our magnificent maestro and aficionado of all that is music, displays just a little of his mastery as a true contemporary composer.
A few minor mic issues did not get the better of Mark. A frequency problem on face value, but lets face it Mark, the mic is mere metal and plastic and no match for your vocal might.
I will leave the set list separate so you that were present, can relive with a healthy mix of reverence and glee. Also for those who missed such a magnificent show, stuffed and heaving with metal magnificence, you can read the track listing and despair. I mean no ill will, however I saw and am changed forever. A final four of Fast as a Shark, Metal Heart (no dear, Mark was not singing Big Giraffe) Teutonic Terror and, last but by no means least, Balls To The Wall, completed this show brilliantly.
A reverent crowd shuffled back onto Russell Street, some with lapses into Australian vernacular descriptive of delighted disbelief, but most content to bask in the afterglow of true German heavy metal.
Not a big show for the lads, but all that 170 could hold, they delivered as though playing for a gargantuan hoard. Not an ounce of showmanship and celebration left in the wings, not a shred of enthusiastic celebration left elsewhere on tour. Playing for one or playing for many, this is Accept, and they will deliver. Bow your heads and raise your horns in thanks. We were briefly, but oh so powerfully, blessed with a visit from the Teutonic terror. This was beyond a concert and light years from seeing a band. Like 2014 in Australia and every Accept show around the world, this was a benchmark privilege in our lives, carved with sharpened guitar into the metal plaque that bears our life's highlights.
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How Non-conformists Move the WorldBook - 2016
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Originals by Adam Grant contains the latest research on developing innovative and creative thinkers. It also has thoughtful information on how to overcome public speaking jitters, raise moral kids, and have a principled family or organization.
A decently written book that clearly explains non-conformists and their roles in organizations, and society generally. He provides useful advice on incorporating non-conformists, and even helping conformists become - at moments - a little more enjoyable. I found the incorporation of the bibliography into the notes irritating - whats an extra three pages in a three-hundred page book?
I went through High School and college justifying my non-conformism by saying I was a non- non- conformist --that is, I was rebelling against my peer group who were rebelling against their parents.
I was, therefore, relieved to read in this book that to be non-conformist is good. In fact the book went so far as to say that it doesn't take guts to follow the crowd; courage and intelligence lie in being ready to be different.
I'm not an entrepreneur or somebody who has made a huge difference to the world, but I'm comfortable in my skin and happy with what I have achieved. This perhaps springs from being Original.
Thank you Adam Grant.
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BOSTON — The previous time Ron Hainsey was in a playoff milieu, he raised the Stanley Cup.
In his first post-season game as a Maple Leaf, he dropped the ball, along with the rest of the team, including those acquired to bring some semblance of order under post-season pressure.
Veteran defenceman Hainsey was on the ice for the first three Bruins goals and culpable on a couple as Game 1 of the series unravelled into a 5-1 loss on Thursday. The Leafs, who talked four days about sticking to the script, using brains to get by Boston's brawn — and most of all, not letting Boston's special teams be a factor — made some shocking errors, topped by Nazem Kadri taking a late-game run at Tommy Wingels that might warrant a league suspension.
Boston opened and closed the night at the raucous TD Garden with powe-play strikes and had the winner with the extra man.
"Way too much time in our end, without question," Hainsey said. "Out-scored 3-0 on the PK, that's most likely never going to get it done. Their power-play made us pay. And not nearly enough offensive zone time for us. It seemed we played the majority of the game on our side, no long sustained pushes at their end. There was a little, for about six minutes when we made it 1-1 going into the next period. From then on, they cranked it up and we didn't answer."
It was the fourth consecutive time the Leafs had lost Game 1 of a series dating back to 2004 and the third for their group that includes Kadri, Jake Gardiner, Leo Komarov, Tyler Bozak and James van Riemsdyk.
Boston's top line of Brad Marchand, Patrice Bergeron and David Pastrnak was as dangerous as advertised, with six points, Marchand opening the scoring with van Riemsdyk off, giving Komarov and unnerving peck on the cheek and setting up Pastrnak for the dagger, a last-minute second-period high drive past Frederik Andersen that made it 3-1.
Earlier, the teams were exchanging a series of second-period power-plays when Boston took the lead. With Patrick Marleau in the box, the Leafs were nearing the kill, when Hainsey had a chance to clear that was cut off by Charlie McAvoy. Krejci relayed it in front where David Backes won the puck scrum with Hainsey and swept it in.
Moments earlier, Marleau filtered a puck through the Boston slot where Mitch Marner made a nice move to settle it and deke at the same time, but put his backhander just wide. A different finish might have ensued.
"They're a good team and their building was rocking," said Hainsey's blue-line partner, Morgan Rielly. "We know there are things we have to talk about, things we have to focus on. Moving forward, I expect us to be a lot better."
The Bruins were up three goals at that stage and added a fourth with Kadri given a major for trying to avenge an elbow by Wingels on Marner that wasn't called.
The Leafs had already been parading to the box, including a too many men call early in the third.
"We need to go through it," said penalty-killer Komarov. "We had some bad bounces. We had a tough day, but we need to get better on Saturday (Game 2 back here)."
With the Leafs' fourth line forced to stay out because of an icing, Boston coach Bruce Cassidy moved in his top line to take advantage. Marchand, Bergeron and Pastrnak ate up the Hainsey-Rielly combo and overwhelmed the forwards, Pastrnak beating Andersen upstairs.
It capped an 8-1 shot advantage for Boston in the fnal five minutes of the first period. Sean Kuraly and Krejci had the late goals.
Putting big Zdeno Chara on guard dog duty against the ineffective Auston Matthews line, the Bruins had the Leafs on their skate heels early.
On Marchand's goal, the combination of Zach Hyman being blocked out at the blue line and the PK pairing of Roman Polak and Hainsey too slow to react, gave Torey Krug an easy pass.
Half the period was over before the Leafs awoke, stirred up by a brief tussle between McAvoy and Tyler Bozak. They started to fight off the Bruins and disrupt passes, one that resulted in Jake Gardiner's drive off the post. The Leafs speed was finally utilized when Hyman spied his chance on a free puck, battled past Krejci and around McAvoy for a nice deke. That gave Hyman five points in seven playoff games back to last year's Washington series and he nearly got the Leafs on the board in the third period, fighting through Chara on a crease jam.
Despite the loss, Babcock likely won't change anything, unless there is league discipline and he must replace Kadri.


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Samsung has released a new Android 4.3 Jelly Bean stock firmware build with base version I9305NXXUEML1 for the LTE variant of Galaxy S3 with model number GT-I9305N. The update is for users in Nordic countries.
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Version: Android 4.3 Jelly Bean
Build date: 13 December
Region: Nordic Countries
The update can be installed as an OTA update and through the Kies server. Those outside Nordic countries and wish to install the latest update may follow our step-by-step guide. The I9305NXXUEML1 is an unbranded version of firmware and can be installed on any GT-I9305N unit, irrespective of region and country.
IBTimes UK reminds its readers that it will not be held liable for any damage to the device. Before installing the official firmware, users are advised to verify their devices meet following requirements.
1) Install USB Drivers for Samsung Galaxy S3 to connect the Android device with the computer.
2) Enable USB Debugging Mode on phone to connect it with computer and use Android SDK with it. [Navigate to Settings>> About phone. Tap on Build Number several times until a message appears saying 'You are now a Developer.' Now enable USB Debugging Mode by navigating to Settings>> Developer Options.]
3) As the tutorial is likely to wipe all data of the phone, create a backup. If the device is having any custom recoveries such as CWM or, TWRP installed then back up data using the recovery.
4) If the Android device powers off due to lack of battery while the installation process, it could damage the device. Therefore, the Galaxy S3 should have above 80% battery charge.
5) The device should be factory unlocked and not locked to a particular carrier.
6) The phone will lose custom ROM with the installation of official firmware. Additionally, the custom recovery will be replaced by stock recovery.
7) The device will no longer belong to a rooted version with the installation of official firmware.
8) I9305NXXUEML1 Android 4.3 Jelly Bean firmware works only with Samsung Galaxy S3 LTE GT-I9305N. As flashing this on any other variant might brick the device, verify the model number of Galaxy S3 by navigating to Settings>> About phone>> Model number.
How to install I9305NXXUEML1 Android 4.3 Jelly Bean on Galaxy S3 LTE (GT-I9305N)
Step-1: Download I9305NXXUEML1 Android 4.3 for Galaxy S3 LTE to computer
Download links: Link-1/ Link-2/ Link-3
Step-2: Extract the downloaded firmware zip using winrar/7zip/winzip or any extracting tool to get a .tar.md5 file with some other files
Step-3: Download Odin v3.07 and extract it to get Odin3 v3.07.exe
Step-4: Switch off Galaxy S3
Step-5: Boot the phone into Download Mode by pressing and holding Volume Down, Home and Power buttons together until the construction Android robot icon with a warning triangle appears on the phone screen. Now press the Volume Up button to continue to enter Download Mode
Step-6: Run Odin3 v3.07.exe as Administrator [To do so right click on Odin.exe file then click on Run as administrator from context menu.]
Step-7: Connect the Galaxy S3 to computer using USB cable while it is in Download mode. Wait for some time until Odin detects the device. When the phone is connected successfully an Added message will appear under Odin. Also, the ID: COM box in Odin will turn blue with the COM port number, indicating successful connection
Note: If the Added message does not come then try another USB port, try the one located at the back side of the computer. If Odin still fails to recognise the device then re-install USB driver.
Step-8: Select these files extracted from I9305NXXUEML1folder to install on the phone
a) Click the PDA button and select the .tar.md5 file
b) Click the Phone button and select file with MODEM in its name
c) Click the CSC button and select file with CSC in its name
d) Click the PIT button and select the .pit file
Note: Ignore the last three steps (step-b, c and d) if such files do not exist.
Step-9: Verify Auto Reboot and F.Reset Time checkboxes are selected in Odin. Uncheck Re-Partition option and select it only when a .pit file is used
Step-10: Click the Start button in Odin. The installation process should begin now and would take about few minutes
Step-11: When the installation process is completed, the phone will restart automatically and soon a PASS message with green background will appear in the extreme left box at the very top of Odin. Unplug the USB cable safely from the phone to disconnect it from the computer
The latest I9305XXUEML8 Android 4.3 firmware should now be installed on the Galaxy S3 LTE. Head over to Settings>> About phone to verify the new software version of the device.
How to fix bootloop issue
After flashing the firmware, if the Galaxy S3 comes across any issues such as boot animation or bootloop (after step-11), place the device in recovery mode by pressing and holding the Volume Up, Home and Power buttons together.
In recovery mode, perform data wiping task by selecting Wipe data/factory reset then select Wipe Cache Partition. Now reboot the phone by selecting reboot system now. In recovery mode, use Volume keys to scroll between options and Power button to select the desired option. Performing wiping task will erase the phone's internal memory data.
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LET'S BE HONEST, Maneater was a personal anthem for many of us on nights out during the Noughties.
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View of the harbour at Lynmouth, Devon, England, with the tide out, showing the Rhenish Tower at centre and fishing boats drawn up on the shore, taken in the mid 19th Century, probably by James Glaisher.
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2 Tier Wooden Potting Bench 313
This heavy duty two tier wooden potting bench features pressure treated timber throughout for durability. Quality features include ex 2"x2" legs (finished size 40x40mm) and eight discreet corner braces which provide rigidity without the need for unsightly diagonal struts. The overall size of the second tier is 520mm wide (1'8"), 1070mm long (3'6") and 910mm high (3'0"). The main work surface is ideal for potting with a flat fully boarded surface and retaining boards on three sides. The lower shelf provides more useful storage space and the height is adjustable. The solid timber construction is stronger and more rigid than most aluminium framed staging. Pressure treatment is a lifetime preservative treatment. Instructions and all necessary fixings are included. The price includes fast next day delivery.
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The bench has arrived and has been put together and it's great, thank you.
Barbara, Crumpsall, Manchester, M8, Potting Bench 313, 25th April 2019
I place an order of a wooden potting table, good price surprised it arrived so quick.
I would advised you to use a power drill it put the screws in as a few don't line up well, however my daughter and I did it quite easily my husband doesn't have the patience for this sort of thing.
We did add a couple more screws in a few areas where the joins where a bit iffy, but I am really pleased with my table and for just under �£50 worth every penny, looks far more expensive and quite robust.
The wood is treated but I will give it a quick coat of something next year.
Defo recommended.
Christine, Waterlooville, Hampshire, PO7, Potting Bench 313, 10th November 2018
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Many thanks for your prompt service to the Isle of Wight. Despatched yesterday my order arrived at lunchtime today rather than 3-5 working days.
I have assembled the item and wish to point out three issues:
The instructions sent were photocopies, and useful information was clipped off along the bottom in the process, namely which type of screw is which. Common sense does prevail, though.
The pre-drilled diagonally adjacent holes in the horizontal rails numbered 4 are spaced incorrectly, being too far apart for both screws to screw into the legs. They should be about a centimetre closer, so drilling correct holes becomes advisable to maintain integrity.
In diagram 2, it seems as if screws P and S have become interchanged for retaining the side braces and then the rear braces. The longer screws obviously pass through where required. Common sense again, but some people might be confused.
Maybe you should open a package and construct it to check these issues. I have seen clearer instructions back in the early MFI days!
Otherwise, it is a sturdy construction.
David, Bembridge, Isle of Wight, PO35, Potting Bench 313, 5th June 2018


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Saturday, March 5, 2011
Potting Bench
Visiting Gail at Mr Repurposed Life
Babbled by: Laura at Ms. Smartie Pants
35 comments:
- Grannys Attic said...
OMG it really looks great now. Love that old tractor seat too! Have a great day, Vicky
- March 5, 2011 at 10:06 PM
- {northern cottage} said...
I'm so jealous that you are buying flowers already...we're still buried under snow and will be for a nother 6 weeks or so I bed! ahhhh spring is EXTRA special to us that means! I LOVE LOVE LOVE that tractor seat chair - fabulous!
- March 6, 2011 at 5:47 AM
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Ahhh so luck to enjoy the site of flowers already. We just got more snow yesterday in Michigan. blah! Maybe I will take a trip to the store and bring the out doors in with some flowers :)
Love your planting area.I also love it with the flowers and the rust together.
Have fun!
- March 6, 2011 at 5:52 AM
- Brandi said...
bwhahahahah! rome wasn't built in a day. gotta love that philosphy. ;)
Glad you got your spot back.
- March 6, 2011 at 6:43 AM
- Serendipity Chic Design said...
You are so lucky to have a potting bench Laura! I love it! I think it will still be another month around here before we can even think about flowers. I can't wait!
Take care,
- March 6, 2011 at 3:11 PM
- Funky Junk Interiors said...
Laura, you KNOW I LOVED this!! And I love the junk around it even more. This is my total dream yard. :)
I've featured you on SNS #71's sidebar this weekend. :)
- March 6, 2011 at 4:09 PM
- Prior said...
I love this and your pics are so pretty, love the chaise, too! Lezlee
- March 6, 2011 at 5:31 PM
- Finding Home said...
Laura, look so great! So perfectly styled, but real for use! Congrats also on the feature on Funky Junk! I am so jealous you have flowers already! Take care, Laura
- March 6, 2011 at 5:39 PM
- Home for 6 said...
Laura, I love the potting bench. I am building myself one for this year..and can't wait to finally have something other than the driveway or the patio table to use to plant..I adore the little lunchbox/tackle box with pansies...
- March 6, 2011 at 6:12 PM
- Mel's Cabin said...
Lucky, Lucky you! Nice potting bench and tractor seat to boot! Cute way to set it up too and display some neat stuff...your husband is a sweetie for sure. Mel's Cabin love this idea!
- March 8, 2011 at 2:32 AM
- mississippi artist said...
I love your potting bench! The lounge chair will be perfect for sitting and planning more projects. It drives me crazy when my hub won't do what I want right now,too! I see you have a doxie-I have three, they always want to be right with you don't they?
- March 8, 2011 at 4:50 AM
- Ann@A Sentimental Life said...
love the lunch box..great idea! Can't wait to get my hands dirty!
- March 8, 2011 at 7:47 AM
- Kim @ Cheap Chic Home said...
Hi Ms. Smartie pants! The potting bench looks so happy, now. The flowers are the perfect bright, lively contrast to all of the rusty, rustic goodness. The old tool box & tractor seat are killin' me! Hugs, Kim
- March 8, 2011 at 1:41 PM
- Lisa @ Fern Creek Cottage said...
I love it! That's exactly what I want to do with mine, fill it with pretty things!
- March 8, 2011 at 4:13 PM
- Laura Ingalls Gunn said...
What a lovely vignette! I adore the bench!
Have a wonderful Fat Tuesday!
- March 8, 2011 at 5:45 PM
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I LOVE this!! I would love for you to share it at my Linky Party!
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- March 9, 2011 at 9:28 AM
- Jennifer said...
LOVE! I have been wanting a potting bench for awhile. Keep asking my hubby to build one, but haven't gotten it yet. Visiting from Somewhat Simple.
- March 9, 2011 at 6:03 PM
- Shanon at Vintage Sparkle Chic said...
I love this! I want to go out and find a potting bench now. I love all the rustic items you have on it. So pretty!
- March 10, 2011 at 4:15 AM
- Comeca Jones said...
I love this !!I cant wait till I get to do a little potting this weekend!
- March 10, 2011 at 7:10 AM
- ~SueSCharmingChippyCottageCreations~ said...
Love your potting bench I have one too and my boyfriend just made 2 for me to sell at my store. I can't think of anything more I would rather do then get out and pot some plants at it thanks for sharing I am following you and will check out your other posts.
- March 10, 2011 at 8:15 AM
- Tonya said...
Super cute!! I would love a potting bench!!
- March 10, 2011 at 7:19 PM
- ⚜ ↁℯℬℬᴵℰ⚜ said...
That is awesome! I would love to have one of those!
- March 10, 2011 at 7:22 PM
- Jennifer said...
Great piece! I love how you staged it. Saw you over at Remodelaholics link up party... I've been wanting a potting bench for some time. I'll be on the hunt now! Thanks for sharing :)
- March 11, 2011 at 6:54 AM
- Sarah said...
Great stuff! I love gardening, it would be fun to have something like that to put my flowers on!
I am a new follower from Chic on a Shoestring, I would love if you could stop by www.mooseandtater.com
- March 11, 2011 at 11:33 AM
- Joani said...
OMG. That is so cute & great stuff. Isn't spring just marvelous?
- March 11, 2011 at 4:28 PM
- Susie~From My Home To Yours said...
My dear, what fun things you have! he he
I about flipped when I saw your lounge chair. I have been obsessed lately looking for one. They are sooo expensive new!
Have a wonderful weekend,
- March 12, 2011 at 9:35 AM
- Courtney ~ French Country Cottage said...
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- March 12, 2011 at 7:25 PM
- Courtney ~ French Country Cottage said...
Love this- your potting bench is darling and so many things you have all around are so neat- that chair is amazing! Thanks for sharing at FNF!! :)
- March 12, 2011 at 7:25 PM
- Erika . . . with a K said...
I love this beautiful potting area.... it is perfect. I want one!!!
- March 13, 2011 at 5:17 PM
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Thank you for linking up this great post last week! {Im a lil behind, eeekk!}
Its party time AGAIN!!! xoxokara
*ENTER LINKY PAR-TAY Here! *
- March 16, 2011 at 3:23 PM
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Everything looks super! I love the colorful flowers planted in the tool box! And the tractor seat!
- March 17, 2011 at 6:07 PM
- Ivy said...
I LOVE this! I have it on my list to make a potting bench. Yours is fabulous!
- March 18, 2011 at 6:44 AM
- Help! Mama Remote... said...
How adorable is that!!!! You have me looking in my yard but I have nothing! :(
- March 22, 2011 at 9:42 AM
Oh I was imagining how much joy fixing and playing with this fun potting bench was bringing you!! Amazing how much fun puttering can be!!
bee blessed
- May 1, 2011 at 11:11 PM
- Audrey said...
Glad you got your potting bench back. Love it. Looks great with all the rusty accessories. Always wanted a potting bench.
Audrey Z.
Timeless Treasures.
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Our favorite family read aloud books
(and great 2nd/3rd grade class read aloud books)
|Bee and Lou July 2014
We have read all of these books at home aloud together in the evenings. I've also read most of them aloud in the classroom at some point over the past 10 years. I don't like to read the same things each year, I get bored. This probably explains a lot about me. Bee and Lou are now 9 and 7, but we've been reading chapter books aloud for years. This is a collection of our favorites.
1. Diary of Wimpy Kid series by Jeff Kinney ***Lou was into these books this winter, so we read them all. They are funny and kids love reading them because of the artwork and funny sketches and fonts on the pages. A kid keeps a 'diary' of his time in middle school, with the worries of fitting in and finding his place. Don't watch the movie if you want to like the book character. The movie made him seem so arrogant and selfish.
2. Where the Red Fern Grows by Wilson Rawls- ***My favorite book of all times!
Favorite. I cried, Bee cried. We were a mess! You can't go wrong with a story about two
coon hounds and a boy who loves them. I read them to my class last year and I ugly
cried. Seriously, it was ugly.
|Bee and Lou Feb 2012
3. Wonder by R.J. Palacio ***One of my students brought this in for me to read the class. Wow, what a powerful read. It made for a great read aloud in class and also at home. In this book, the main character has major facial deformities and he shares how others treat him and what school is like for him. Its told from various character's points of view. There is a second shorter book, but I haven't gotten a copy yet.
4. One Hundred Dresses by Elenor Estes ***This book has a great message about bullying and being a good friend. It's not just for girls, despite the title. It makes you think!
5. Adventures of Mohan and Mohan in the Jungle both by Ella Grove. ***They were lent to us by a homeschooling friend and are published by the folks at Rod and Staff. Both were good quick reads. A good tool for discussing missionaries and their role.
|One of my sweet 3rd grade students reading with her 1st grade book buddy
6. Bread for the Winter by Harvey Yoder. ***This book has a strong Christian messages and an amazing moral lesson. I will read this to my class next year.
7. Miss Piggle-Wiggle series by Betty MacDonald. ***Honestly, we really enjoyed the first book, but didn't like the second and didn't bother with any others.
8. Pippi Longstockings series by Astrid Lindgrin: Pippi Longstockings, Pippi in the South Seas, Pippi Goes on Board, The Adventures of Pippi Longstockings, Pippi Goes to School, Pippi's Extraordinary Ordinary Day. ***These books led to weeks of creative play at out house. Pippi goes on adventures and is just plain silly. She lives creatively without her parents, and isn't that something every kid has wondered about?
9. Charlie and the Chocolate Factory- by Roald Dahl: ***Always a favorite. The kids even asked for early baths a few nights so we had more time to read it. Charlie and the Great Glass Elevator- not a favorite- almost didn't finish, but we stuck through it!
10. Matilda by Roald Dahl: ***A favorite! We could hardly put it down. We loved, loved this. Bee and Lou felt so sorry for poor Matilda. I read it last year in class and the kids couldn't wait for the next chapter. That's my favorite part of the day- teacher read aloud.
|3rd graders doing a little outdoor reading
11. Mrs. Frisby and the Rats of NIMH by Robert O'Brien I can't believe I did not read this until I was an adult. We all couldn't wait for the next chapter. This is a great one for boys and girls both, even daddies! It's starts with the story of a mother mouse trying to save her children and ends with an exciting adventure of super smart rats setting up their own self sufficient habitat. I had meant to read this at school last year, but ran out of time. I'll get it in first semester this year.
12. Dr. Doolittle series- by Hugh Lofting: The Story of Dr. Dolittle, The Voyages of Dr. Dolittle, Dr. Dolittle's Caravan, Dr. Dolittle's Circus, Dr. Do little in the Moon, Dr. Dolittle's Garden, Dr. Dolittle's Return ***Really, really good, I didn't even know it was going to be so good! We all loved it! It was hard to track down, and I never was able to locate all the books. It's my mission this year. He talks to animals and goes on wild adventures with them in order to help other animals.
13. Holes- by Louis Sachar ***This is a favorite read aloud at school. I was thinking the plot was a little too intertwined and thick for Bee and Lou to get it when we read it (maybe 5 and 7 at the time), but they loved it. We watched the movie too, and it's probably the closest book/video combo out there. a boy gets wrongly set to detention camp where he is forced to dig holes. It's a wonderfully intertwined story with tales connecting many characters and plots and many generations.
14. Trumpet of the Swan by E.B.White: We liked this a lot. Lou followed the plot line so closely and still talks about it. He would like a trumpet now. ***Such a nice story about a swan with some very human characteristics. It's a great read aloud.
15. Cricket in Times Square- by George Selden ***This is one of those books that I've had in my classroom library forever, but hadn't read myself until not too long ago. What a sweet story it was. Animals who are friends- one with an undiscovered talent. I read this last year aloud at school as well and we all liked it.
16. Stuart Little by E.B.White: ***This is a cute story about a boy who looks like a mouse but whose parents treat him like a regular boy. Many parts of this story seemed to bother Bee and Lou because they were always worried about Stuart. I think reading it was stressful for them in a weird way. The movies are cute, but of course different from the book.
17. Stone Fox by John Reynolds Gardiner. ***This is one of the novels we read as a class in 3rd grade. WOW, surprise ending to this book! It was so good that when we read it at home, we read it in two days. The kids couldn't wait for me to read more. They even asked me to read during dinner, which I did one day. It's about a boy and his dog and his grandpa. Major surprise at the end.
18. Charlottes' Web by E.B. White: ****A classic that everybody loves. At my current school, we study it in third grade. Now I get to read it every year! A girl, a pig, a spider, friendship, a classic story.
|A few of my lovely 3rd graders discussing a book during Literature circles.
19. Captain Underpants series by Dav Plikey- ***Actually my own kids asked not to read others and to get back to 'real stories'. Not exactly good literature but they are a fast read. My students used to enjoy them and I've ready several aloud. Goofy toilet humor Boys love it.
20. Little House on the Prairie series by Laura Ingalls Wilder: Little House in the Big Woods, Farmer Boy, Little House on the Prairie, On the Banks of Plum Creek, By the Shores of Silver Lake, The Long Winter, These Happy Golden Years, Little Town on the Prairie, The First Four Years ***Bee and Lou both liked this series. We devoured them. They are classic, rights of passage, must reads. Most people know the premise, they follow Laura from a tiny tot through her marriage years as her family explores and settles out west. The girls tend to especially appreciate the details about domestic life.
21. Sarah Plain and Tall series- by Patricia McLaclin: Sarah Plain and Tall, Caleb's Story and Skylark. ***We read them in just three days each. Everybody liked it. I remember my mom reading these to me when I was in 4th grade. I didn't want to read them but she made me sit with her. She read and cried. I sort of wanted to do anything else but be there. I like them now, although I don't think I cry as much.
22. The Littles series by John Peterson: The Littles, The Littles Take a Trip, The Littles to the Rescue, The Littles Have a Wedding, The Littles Give a Party, The Littles and the Great Halloween Scare, The Littles and the Trash Tinies, The Littles go Exploring, The Littles go to School, The Littles and the Terrible Tiny Kid, The Littles and Their Amazing New Friend, The Littles and the Big Blizzard, The Littles and the Lost Children, The LIttles Get Trapped, The Littles and the Secret Letter, The Littles Do Their Homework, The Littles Have a Merry Christmas, The Littles and the Best Christmas Ever, The Littles and the Big Storm ***We read all we could get our hands on. I don't think we managed to get all of these but they were a great, quick read. The kids loved them and the sparked lots of creative play at our house. Basically, little people live in the walls of big peoples houses, using cast off items for their own use. We read these when Bee and Lou were a bit younger.
|Oct. 2012
23. James and the Giant Peach by Roald Dahl: ***A favorite for the kids, one of my childhood favorites too. My class last year was so surprised at how different it was from the movie, I don't even care to watch the movie for this one actually.
24. Ramona Quimby series by Beverly Cleary: Beezus and Ramona, Ramona the Pest, Ramona the Brave, Ramona and Her Father, Ramona and Her Mother, Ramona Quimby, Age 8, Ramona Forever, Ramona's World ***Again, rights of passage reads. I read them in third grade, I read them to my third graders. They are a must read. I usually get them started with Ramona Quimby, Age 8 and let the kids read the others on their own.
25. Chitty Chitty Bang Bang- series by Ian Flemming ***We've only read the first book, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, but apparently there are others in the series. I didn't even know! The kids were afraid of the robbers. The movie was a little dated for me. The kids surprisingly enjoyed it a lot.
26. Ralph S. Mouse series by Beverly Cleary: Ralph S. Mouse, Runaway Mouse, Ralph and the Motorcycle ***Lou enjoyed these! to no end. He asked me to read them again when we were done. We watched the video afterward and it was cute. A little mouse gets a toy motorcycle and he can make it go. Adventures follow.
|Oct. 2012
27. Indian in the Cupboard series by: Lynn Reid Banks The Indian in the cupboard, The Return of the Indian, The secret of the Indian, The secret of the Cupboard, and The secret of the Key. ***My kids LOVED this series. It sparked lots of creative play. You may remember, we needed costumes. A boy discovers a cupboard and can make his toys come to life. I have a special cupboard put up that I get out for kids to play with after I read it. I think the kids would vote these at the top of the list as favorites. As with many series, the last book (Secret of the Key) was not as good as the others and frankly just got weird. There are a few words I needed to skip over, minor infractions, but enough that when my students at school see them they ask for white-out.


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The Klickitat rises in southern Washington, from Mt. Adams and the Goat Rock Wilderness. It cuts its way through an 800 ft. deep canyon with basalt cliffs, and plenty of waterfalls and side streams. Rafters will experience deep canyon rim-to-rim views, with twisted lava formations, a rainbow of wildflowers, and dense oak forests. The continuous Class III and Class IV rapids wind for 21 miles through lush woodland on the eastern edge of the Cascade Mountains.
This run can only be done in the spring when glacial snowfields melt to fill the river. It is perfect for both veteran and novice rafters as the rapids remain very exciting, yet are never too dangerous. Running this river is a true wilderness experience with no access to the river between the put-in and take-out points. It is protected by the Wild and Scenic River system and there are many great opportunities for camping, making the Klickitat the perfect weekend getaway for those who live nearby. Portland is only a two-hour drive.
The river is named after the Native American tribe that once lived on its banks. Klickitat comes from a Native American word meaning "beyond," though some say the appropriate translation is actually "robber." Today, two active Native American fisheries operate below the take out.


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The best pet collar isn't the most flashy one. It's the one that fits comfortably and safely.
While purchasing a collar and leash may seem like the simplest part of adopting a new pet, it still has its complications. After you adopt a pet, or when you simply need to buy a new collar, it is important to take note of the proper sizing for your pet. If a collar isn't sized well or fits uncomfortably, it can rub sores on your pet's neck. Even more alarming, if the collar is too big, it can easily slip off your pet. No one wants a "naked" pet, but a pet without a leash can be a danger in some situations!
There are two different types of collars that are commonly used on pets. One is the buckle collar, which has a handle to hold your pet's tags. The other is the training collar, which adjusts when it is used as a leash. This training collar gives the pet owner much more control over the pet, since the collar will adjust higher on the neck when the dog pulls or strains on the leash. This type of "slip collar" is usually made out of metal chains or braided nylon. No matter what type of collar you use, if your pet begins to gag or wheeze in any way, the collar is adjusted improperly.
The standard rule when measuring a collar is that two fingers should be able to fit between the collar and the throat. To start, get a measurement. You can use a tape measure, or simply cut a cord to the length that fits around the neck. Because there are a lot of variables that depend on the type of pet and size, ask a vet or pet store expert to help you use this information to find the right size collar.
With the right collar and/or leash, your pet will be a pretty site to behold, and a safe pet, as well.
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I find it worrying when I read things like this. Perhaps the student mis-read the quote..or didn't read on for the explanation, which can be the only excuse for such a sweeping generalisation. We all like to have nice, simple "rules" like this to tuck away in our memory banks. BUT they can let us down if we do not fully understand them and use them willy-nilly.
When you begin to include people in your pictures, there are lots of things to bear in mind. The most important one is YOUR EYE LEVEL. This will vary, depending on whether you are standing, or sitting, to paint/sketch. Then, after that,the relative heights of the individuals in the scene can be taken into account - children, for instance, will be shorter than adults obviously......but relative heights MUST be a secondary consideration. Understanding your eye level fully is essential. To find it, put a small sketchbook horizontally onto the bridge of your nose, make sure it is level, not tipped up or down, and look out across it. Where it visually "touches", that is your eye level.
Here is a sketch I found in an old book - look at the clothes, you will get a sense of how old the book is!!! I was most amused. However, It really explains, visually, why the eye level is so important:
Keep the eye level firmly fixed in your mind - and perhaps mark it on your canvas too - you should find it helpful.


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As the pharmaceutical industry moves quickly towards standardized clinical study data, I continue to see confusion in how clinical observations and medical conditions are represented. In clinical medicine there is a sharp distinction between these two concepts, yet in standardized study data submissions they are often lumped together.
A clinical observation is just that: someone observes a clinical symptom or sign of a patient. The observer may be the patient (in which case it's called a symptom) or someone else (in which case it's called a sign). Often a medical device is involved in the observation (blood pressure cuff, thermometer, x-ray, MRI, etc.). Often the observer follows a procedure to provide some level of consistency in making the observation. A headache, a rash, a fever, an elevated blood pressure, a low serum sodium, a round hyper intense lesion on an MRI are all examples of clinical observations.
Then we have medical conditions, which are diseases or injuries or other conditions that interfere with well-being. The Free Medical Dictionary defines a medical condition as: A disease, illness or injury; any physiologic, mental or psychological condition or disorder (e.g., orthopaedic; visual, speech or hearing impairments; cerebral palsy; epilepsy; muscular dystrophy; multiple sclerosis; cancer; coronary artery disease; diabetes; mental retardation; emotional or mental illness; specific learning disabilities; HIV disease; TB; drug addiction; alcoholism). A biological or psychological state which is within the range of normal human variation is not a medical condition.
This is a reasonable definition, although I disagree with the last sentence in that certain temporary but normal physiologic states can be considered medical conditions. For example, I think pregnancy is a medical condition because, although it is within the range of normal human variation, it is a state that benefits from medical intervention (pre-natal care, obstetrical care) to minimize complications to the mother and child.
Herein lies the major distinction between clinical observations and medical conditions. Clinical observations serve as input to an assessment (often conducted by a health care professional) to determine that a medical condition exists. Medical conditions are listed on a patient's problem list and are the focus of medical interventions. Clinical observations are not.
Take for example an elevated blood pressure (clinical observation). Does this mean the patient has hypertension (medical condition)? Not necessarily. If the patient is obese, perhaps the wrong device was used. A normal sized cuff on an obese patient may give falsely elevated readings. Repeating the blood pressure measurement using a larger cuff may in fact reveal a normal blood pressure. It is also well known that anxiety of visiting the doctor may temporarily raise the blood pressure, so repeated measurements over time in a more relaxed setting could demonstrate normal serial blood pressures.
Adverse Events are medical conditions temporally associated with a medical intervention. Here again, an assessment is necessary to determine that one or more observations indicate the presence of an adverse event.
Study data standards continue to mix the two. In an earlier post, I described how BRIDG has the same problem. As another example, I was recently reviewing the Therapeutic Area User's Guide (TAUG) for Multiple Sclerosis. It advocates placing past clinical observations related to the MS diagnosis in the medical history (MH) domain. The past medical history portion of a typical history and physical evaluation is reserved for past medical conditions, not for past clinical observations. I think they should be separate. Unfortunately there is no good place in the SDTM to place past clinical observations.
Why keep them separate? Medical conditions have metadata that differ from clinical observations. For example, one may want to know which observations were used to identify the medical condition, who did the assessment, the date the medical condition began (i.e. the date of the earliest observation associated with the medical condition), the date of diagnosis (when the medical condition was first identified, which is often later than the onset date) etc. Was it associated with a medical intervention, and if so which ones? Is the medical condition considered adverse? From such a "medical condition" domain, one could derive AE, CE and MH.
I also think we need a single unambiguous way to represent all clinical observations, past and present. This is still lacking in clinical research, which results in multiple domains and new domains as data for more and more therapeutic areas are standardized. Key metadata for clinical observations are the date the observation was made, who made it, was it planned or unplanned, what procedure (if any) was used, what device (if any) was used, relevant metadata about the procedure/method/anatomic location, relevant metadata about the device, any associated observations (e.g. diastolic BP and systolic BP). We do not need an imaging domain, as others have suggested. Imaging is simply a method to obtain an observation.