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The $4.6 million Mission Beach lifeguard tower
From jetty to San Fernando Place
Mike Madriaga 11 a.m., May 21
This hike offers views of breaking waves, tall, stratified cliffs, and shore birds such as the marbled godwit, whimbrel, and Heermann's gull. Flying just above the waves you may see individuals or long lines of brown pelicans. There is also an occasional osprey. Ospreys are large hawks with slender wings, long legs, and white feathered heads. They have a brown stripe through the eye and feed almost exclusively on fish, diving no deeper than three feet, then flying with the fish facing the wind with two toes clasping the fish on either side. The winter months offer more migratory birds along the coast.
This hike is easiest if you start when the tide level is zero or less at Scripps Pier. If you do not mind more challenges hiking closer to the cliffs, it can be hiked starting at a low tide as high as two feet. Winter beach erosion can mean more walking on patches of large stones, broken rock, and some climbing onto and off of rock outcroppings. Starting with a low tide much higher than two feet is likely to result in wet feet or worse on your way north. If you start the hike at a negative tide, you may be able to return south along the beach. Also, a negative tide will allow more walking on firm, moist sand instead of rocks. The one-way change of elevation is close to zero. It's a beach walk. A nice option is to hike through Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve and return to the beach on the "Beach Trail," about 0.1 mile north of the visitor center. If you hike through Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve on the return, the elevation gain is about 350 feet.
There is relatively little flora along the beach. Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve has several endangered plants. The reserve offers coastal plants in bloom in the spring and summer months. A warm day with a good onshore wind may produce colorful hang-gliders flying out of the Torrey Pines Glider Port. This walk does include Black's Beach, a clothing-optional beach. Generally, there are none to only a few naked sunbathers. If that is a problem, hike on a cool, cloudy, winter day.
If you want to shorten the hike or need to escape rising tides, there are stairs, trails, or roads up from the beach that can be used as hike starting points. These are found at the following distances from the La Jolla Shores main lifeguard station: (1) Scripps stairs at 0.5 mile; (2) a road at 1.5 miles — the top of the road is gated at the intersection of Blackgold Road and La Jolla Farms Road; (3) stairs and a trail to Torrey Pines Glider Port parking lot at 2.2 miles; (4) stairs and the Torrey Pines Beach Trail at 4.2 miles. This trail leads to the parking lot near the visitor center. The Blackgold Road location has very limited parking. Torrey Pines Glider Port and Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve have good parking.
Distance from downtown San Diego: 12 miles. Allow 20 minutes driving time. (La Jolla). From I-15N, take exit 26A onto La Jolla Parkway, then continue onto Torrey Pines Road. Turn right onto La Jolla Shores Drive, then left onto Calle Frescota and park in the lot. Parking may be a challenge, as this walk needs to start at low tide.
Hiking length: One way, beach to beach is 5 miles. The round-trip hike is around 11 miles. Except for the Torrey Pines Nature Reserve, the return hike is generally on park and city streets because of the rising tide. It takes a good negative tide to be able to return on the beach.
Difficulty: Moderate, with less than 50 feet elevation loss/gain if one way, to strenuous difficulty if hiked round-trip. Facilities in parking lots at both ends of the walk.

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This section of IEC 870-5 applies to telecontrol equipment and systems with coded bit serial data transmission for monitoring and controlling geographically widespread processes. This section specifies rules for structuring application data units in transmission frames of telecontrol systems. These rules are presented as generic standards that may be used to suppor a great veriety of present and future telecontrol applications. The layout is designed to limit the organizational overhead for standard data aquisition and supervisory control tasks to a necessary minimum with possible extensions for special tasks. From this point of view, it is appropriate to admit application specific or system specific choices of data presentation, of address structures and of chaining mechanisms for information objects in a frame. The corresponding arrangements can be, in most care, assumed to be known by the communicating stations and thus need not burden the transmission frame.
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Caregivers in Seminole FL
Once in a while, you're going to find yourself having to manage anger as a family caregiver. It's not a fun emotion to have to deal with, but how you deal with it can make a big difference in how other people in the situation react and respond.
Don't Beat Yourself Up
When the anger first hits, your next thought may be that you can't believe that you blew up like that. You may even start to berate yourself and feel terrible that you let your anger take hold. The problem with that is that anger is a normal human emotion that you're going to naturally experience from time to time. You can't beat yourself up for being human. The key is to resolve to do better in the future.
Assess Your Immediate Needs
Anger is one of those emotions that can be exacerbated by other situations. For example, if you're hungry or tired, you may find that it's easier for someone to trip your anger trigger. As you're breathing deeply and getting your anger under control, take a look at your immediate needs. Are you hungry? When did you last eat? Would some extra sleep help a bit? Take care of yourself and you can often take care of the anger.
Do Some Vigorous Jumping Jacks
When you're angry, you often have adrenaline and sudden energy that you may not be able to vent anywhere. One way to vent some of that energy quickly is to do something physical, like jumping jacks. You could also take a walk or do some stretching. You could also try kicking a soccer ball around in the back yard or playing fetch with the dog.
Walk Away for a Little Bit
If everyone else involved in the situation is safe and in a good position, try walking away for a little bit. That can help you to regain your perspective and to cool down a bit. Removing yourself from the situation can help to defuse the problem right away and you can gain some room in which to formulate a better response.
Taking care of yourself and your needs is the best way for you to stop anger in its tracks.
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Copenhagen, Denmark, Saturday 13 June 2009: New research has identified biomarkers associated with inflammation and progression in joint erosion in individuals with early rheumatoid arthritis (RA), according to the results of a new study presented today at EULAR 2009, the Annual Congress of the European League Against Rheumatism in Copenhagen, Denmark. The researchers suggest a potential role for these biomarkers in the monitoring of ongoing disease activity through assessing inflammation and joint destruction, two important targets for the treatment of early RA.
Over the 12-month study period, levels of the serological biomarkers sYKL-40 and sMMP3 were consistently associated with three measures of disease activity: MRI (RAMRIS (RA MRI score) synovitis score and RAMRIS bone marrow oedema score) and clinical scores (DAS28*) of inflammation (p<0.05), when the analyses were corrected for age, gender, c-reactive protein (CRP, a marker for inflammation) levels and treatment type. The bone marker sCTX1 and the cartilage marker uCTXII were also shown to be predictors of erosive progression (RAMRIS erosion score; beta 2.42 (95%CI 0.48-4.36)).
Dr Silje Syversen of Diakonhjemmet Hospital, Norway, who led the study, said: "Disease monitoring in RA can be problematic and patients 'at-risk' of future irreversible joint destruction can go undetected. Current predictors of joint destruction such as radiographic abnormalities are signs of later-stage disease development. Biomarkers could offer a novel, more sensitive, rapid and reliable approach to disease monitoring and prediction, and importantly could be useful predictors of bone and cartilage damage before such abnormalities have occurred."
In the study, 84 patients with early RA (disease duration <1 year, mean age 58.4 years, 73.9% females, 55% anti-cyclic citrullinated peptide antibodies (ACPA) positive) were assessed at baseline, 3, 6 and 12 months including clinical examination, conventional radiographs (CR) of the hands and MRI scans of the dominant wrist. RAMRIS score (erosions range 0-150, synovitis range 0-9 and bone marrow oedema range 0-45) was used to evaluate MRI images and the van der Heijde modified Sharp score (vdHSS) was used for for the CRs.
Longitudinal associations between a panel of biomarkers (CRP, sOPG, sRANKL, sCTX1, uCTXII, sYKL40, sCOMP and sMMP3), in serum and urine, were explored by multiple linear mixed model analyses for repeated measures, and multiple linear and logistic regression analyses were used to identify predictors of progression of damage assessed by MRI and CR, respectively.
* DAS28 (Disease Activity Score) is an index used by physicians to measure how active an individual's RA is. It assesses number of tender and swollen joints (out of a total of 28), the erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR, a blood marker of inflammation), and the patient's 'global assessment of global health'. A higher score indicates more active disease.


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Genome Informatician - SA Pathology
Joining the team at SA Pathology, you will contribute to the implementation of high-throughput genetic testing technologies, in particular the establishment of genome analysis pipelines, to enable application of these new technologies to diagnostic testing. Contributing to ongoing trials of NGS platforms, you will apply your specialist knowledge of genome analysis to perform analysis of next-generation sequencing data and teach other staff within the GMP directorate in the use of software tools. You will contribute to the validation of NGS sequencing panels by writing custom scripts to facilitate cross-platform comparison of test results, as well as establishing whole-exome analysis pipelines for screening families affected by Intellectual Disability disorders. SA Pathology provides quality pathology services to medical practitioners of South Australia and to all South Australian public hospitals through a networked system of 18 laboratories, consisting of branch laboratories in rural hospitals, general laboratories in large metropolitan hospitals and specialist laboratories providing tertiary referral and reference laboratory services.
You will hold a Bachelor of Computer Science, Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Applied Science or equivalent, preferably with experience in bioinformatics and genome analysis. Demonstrating sound knowledge of next-generation sequencing platforms and human genome biology, you will bring the ability to produce work of a high standard within a limited time frame. Along with the ability to effectively prioritise tasks and work efficiently, you will be confident in operating under limited supervision and direction as well as working within a team environment. Job Ref: 529241.


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Tips to stay connected while you're away!
November 18, 2013 | By Travel Bug |
Travelling in the digital age is an amazing thing, but before you pack those charger cables, here are some crucial tips you need to know.
Buy an international plan before you go
Most travellers make the mistake of calling their providers at destination, usually after receiving an urgent message from accounts! When buying a plan, be realistic about how much data, calling and text messaging you expect to do. Find out if your plan offers preferential roaming rates and/or if the plan includes a limited amount of data and airtime. Also, don't forget to ask about charges if you go over the limit.
Shut off data roaming
Even if you have purchased an international plan, turn off your data roaming when possible — or even better, switch into airplane mode when you're not using the device. In doing so, you are reducing the risk of accidentally incurring additional charges. This means getting to know the settings of your device before you leave!
Turn off notifications and alerts
Although you may love the alerts that pop up on your screen, letting you know that an email has come in or that you've been retweeted, every alert represents a data transfer. And that could mean extra charges. Perhaps use airport waiting time to deactivate those alerts!
Regularly check usage to make sure that you're not going over
If you've purchased a plan, it's crucial to track your data transfers, text messages and phone calls while on your trip. The easiest way? Log in to your profile on the website of your service provider and check your numbers on a regular basis. That way, if you need more, you can contact your provider for an additional package.
Use WiFito make calls and send texts
In addition to Skype and Facetime, there are a number of other apps that will let you make phone calls and send texts — free of charge or for a nominal fee — over an Internet connection. This will not only save you money, but it's also a worry- free way to stay in touch with loved ones.


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It's been a long wait, but we're finally getting around to sending out Counterparties by email every weekday afternoon. The sign-up page is here, it's just a matter of checking a box if you're already registered on the Reuters website. (See, you knew there was a reason you gave us your email address.) If you're not registered, and don't want to go through that process, email firstname.lastname@example.com (which is also our tips line) and we'll try to add you to the list manually. This is very much an experimental work in progress, so all feedback is greatly appreciated.
The presumed next head of the World Bank is not a replica of Robert McNamara, Paul Wolfowitz, or even Robert Zoellick. He's a South Korea-born, MacArthur "genius" award winner, the co-founder of a ground-breaking NGO and holds an M.D. and a PhD. He's been on a host of magazine lists of influentials and is the first Asian-American head of an Ivy League college.
He's also, arguably, a triple-threat (rapping, dancing, singing):
There's more triple-threating from Jim Kim here.
It's a surprise pick. Kim, Felix warns, has no experience navigating the Game of Thrones-like structures of world geopolitics. But, there's reason for a kind of measured hope. And not only because Jeff Sachs is on board.
Fred Hiatt notes, "Kim will be the first bank leader who has dedicated most of his professional life to working with and for the world's poor." Hiatt adds that Partners in Health, the NGO Kim co-founded, took a unique approach to public health: "One of its key innovations was to enlist the poor themselves into the health system, training community workers to make sure, for example, that patients take their TB or AIDS medicines every day."
This could be significant departure for the World Bank, which controls some $57 billion in aid dollars. And Kim says some very encouraging things in this talk at Boston University. It stands to reason that a doctor-anthropologist might at least attempt to take a wholly different approach to the World Bank's mission than a technocrat.
So there's some reason for optimism. We would certainly not want to hear Bob Zoellick sing.
Today's links:
Bank of America will now rent you the home you just lost – WashPo
Principal reduction for struggling homeonwers could actually save Fannie, Freddie money – ProPublica
This was an idea Felix proposed 2.5 years ago – The Atlantic
Stimulus spending can actually pay for itself – Economist
Related: The full Summers-DeLong paper – Brookings
MF Doom
John Corzine gave "direct instructions" to move $200 million customer funds – Bloomberg
The Supreme's Court decision on healthcare will have nothing to do with law, everything to do with "optics, politics and public opinion" – Slate
Related: Why Obama's health care bill will survive — even if conservative justices hate it – Reuters
Morgan Stanley wants buy back all of Citi's stake in its joint venture – Reuters
An epic argument that Google is in very big trouble – Gizmodo
Bats Global Markets withdraws IPO on its own exchange after series of errors – Bloomberg
Krugman: The Macro wars are not over – NYT
The SEC is probing HFT, looking for unfair advantages – WSJ
____ is the next ____ – Buzzfeed
Fine Print
JPMorgan is being sued for a typo that overstated a trader's salary by $3 million – Bloomberg
"We'll fight this to the death" – Community banks and credit unions would rather fight than help each other – HuffPost
Tax Arcana
"The problem is not tax rates. The problem is the definition of income" – Aleph blog


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The high-def pop does vary from scene to scene; plenty of footage throughout is also in standard-definition and boxed as done with the Woodstock Blu-ray release. The high-def moments vary in quality as well, depending on where it was filmed, etc.
The film features a very healthy layer of grain throughout and thankfully there is no DNR or edge enhancement to be found on this release. Colors are good, particularly during high-def moments. Black levels stay solid throughout.
The documentary is dated and features footage from many different sources so it is hard to judge this video presentation. The transfer itself is flawless and presents the footage accurately. I was expecting 'Elvis on Tour' to feature some slight dirt and specks throughout, but it appears to have had a proper cleanup.
While I can't say the video presentation is visually amazing, especially compared to most Blu-ray releases. I can say that the documentary has never looked better and that I don't think the transfer itself could have been any stronger.
This is a true-to-the-source presentation and those who end up disappointed are going in with unrealistic expectations. Detail may not always be particularly strong, but there is a clear improvement in clarity and there are moments which do look much better than I expected.
Overall it is hard to be disappointed by something that looks better than you expected, especially considering the source elements.
While I would love to give the transfer a perfect 10, I won't as it will definitely mislead people into thinking this is a demo-worthy video presentation. It does not compare to a new release (which would be crazy to expect it to compare), but the presentation could not be any better than it is here. 8/10.
English 5.1 DTS-HD Master Audio track is included. English (for the hearing impaired), French, German, Italian, Spanish, Dutch, Chinese, Portuguese, Danish, Finnish, Norwegian, Polish and Swedish are just some of the subtitle options included.
The audio quality on this release definitely varies throughout, but is overall quite impressive. Dialogue, whether that on stage or just in interviews is much clearer than I anticipated at times. I expected a bit more hissing and cracking, but whoever worked on the audio cleaned it up nicely.
There is surround use to be found on this release, sometimes stronger and sometimes weaker. I did find the surround use moments to be fitting. The vocals from Elvis are generally very clear, although I did find them to lack clarity at times compared to the aggressive nature of the instruments on stage with him.
Overall the audio mix is very pleasing and can be quite impressive. The limitations come from the sources used, but overall everything is quite clear as a whole. I can say that 'Elvis on Tour' has never sounded better. I don't have a DVD version to compare it to because the DVD comes out for the first time on the same day as this Blu-ray release.
Those going in with realistic expectations will not be disappointed whatsoever. While not every moment can sound crystal clear like I'm sure we would all dream them to, there are moments which are pretty impressive and do bring the Blu-ray experience to life. 8/10.
Digibook Packaging
The digibook includes plenty of photos, trivia, quotes, set lists and more.
The actual disc doesn't include bonus features, but I don't think Elvis on Tour ever had bonus features produced. It would have been nice to have the theatrical trailer included, but that is all I can really think of. It was exciting enough to have it in high-def with lossless audio. 3/10.
'Elvis on Tour' was directed by Robert Apel and Pierre Adidge, including involvement from Martin Scorsese. The film won a Golden Globe for Best Documentary, and it is also the last film starring Elvis Presley.
The documentary features plenty of concert performances, interviews, and behind-the-scenes footage. The concert performances are great, but viewers will get a kick out of the fan interviews and reactions to Elvis. There are some moments which are just hilarious in seeing how much love and obsession his fans had for him. He would make the girls and even plenty of guys crazy from his dramatic stage movements to just standing on stage.
The documentary is extremely entertaining and any fan of Elvis Presley will definitely enjoy it. I know plenty of people who went his concerts at the time, but unfortunately I was not alive while he was alive. It is great to be able to enjoy his music and performances on film, which while not the actual thing, comes close on Blu-ray.
'Elvis on Tour' does feature an older Elvis Presley, a bit heavier and a bit more tired-looking, but it is just as enjoyable as his other concert releases. The documentary truly shows what a performer he was regardless and just how dedicated his fans stayed to him throughout the years. I know not everyone will agree, but I found this just as enjoyable as concerts from his younger years.
'Elvis on Tour' has been one of my most anticipated releases of the summer and I can say that watching it on Blu-ray does not disappoint. The concert-documentary is a winner and provides plenty of behind-the-scenes footage from his travels and rehearsals as well. This one is a must for any Elvis Presley fan. 10/10.
A Must Own' for fans of the film and is easily 'Recommended' to those who have never seen 'Elvis on Tour.'
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As part of my Top Ramen Chronicle series exploring the journey of scores of American families who are losing their homes, I had to address the growing disaster facing HOA's across America...out of control weeds. Seriously. Knowing how the process works as homes go into short sale or foreclosure, I am really sickened to think that HOAs are trying to rack up fines as a means of income generation. Are they hoping for a big jackpot when the payouts are handed around? Is that the best way to build a community? I really don't think so...and what American families need now more than ever are true communities that watch out for your back rather … [Read more...]
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The Power of Reappropriating Imagery
published on July 18, 2013 in Design
The show of over a dozen young artists avoids any outright condemnations of hip-hop, which frequently proffers a compromised view of women, particularly black women. Images that have belittled women are deconstructed in a series of multimedia works—photography, performance, sculpture, video, sound—at the CUE Art Foundation. Curated by Katie Cercone, the exhibition won the foundation's open call for show ideas in 2012.
One video places women in the roles of men in hip hop videos. Their objectifying other female dancers makes the whole process seem like farce. Another piece portrays a woman as a cracked and forlorn doll—not nearly as romantic as her glamourous clothing would suggest.
By embracing hip-hop's visual language, the show creates a conversation around the portrayal of women in hip hop, not an attack, and makes headway toward reconsidering how women are portrayed in the culture.
For designers, mimicking the devices of the opposition can be a powerful mechanism, one that shouldn't be lost when we are conveying information that is contrary. It's an empowering tactic that can be used to reappropriate our images.
For many causes, the device functions as a subtle protest. For example, Alicia Eler argues in Hyperallergic that young girls are using over-exposure online and selfie photos as a way of taking control over their portrayal—one that's been commoditized for so many acne treatments and push-up bras. In a similar vein, protesting war is often best done by actually showing the real images of war—in all its blood, death and heartache.
Naturally, the practice of appropriating imagery can also be used for ill. Indeed, British Petroleum's advertising makes the oil company look more like an environmental organization cleaning up the Gulf of Mexico than the company responsible for spilling it there in the first place.
Maybe it's time for others to take back their images as well.
Goddess Clap Back: Hip Hop Feminism in Art
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[Guest Review - Dentist]
B+ - April 27, 2008, Time Warner Cable Arena, Charlotte, North Carolina
I will readily admit that I am no Springsteen uber-fan. I can't name all the albums or rattle off lyrics to obscure b-sides and if pressed, probably couldn't even tell you all the names of the members of the E-Street Band (gasp!). What I do know, however, is that Bruce is an American institution and every time I hear his voice, something resounds within me that lets me know I'm listening to greatness. He can pull off blue collar/work-a-day and melancholy/introspection both with equal perfection. Click below for more on the BOSS.
Political musings aside, I, like many others, hear myself in the words of the songs and feel that certain degree of shared experience and empathy. And other than an aging Bob Dylan and Neil Young, he is one of the few remaining singer/songwriter/storytellers of the last half a century that is still relevant.
I had opportunities to see Bruce in the past, but sadly this was my first time to see him live (with or without his E-Street Band). So, the air was pregnant with anticipation when my chance finally came. Bruce and the E-Street Band came out onto the stage under the cover of darkness as the two large video screens on either side of the stage played a video montage to Danny Federici, the band's keyboardist who had died just ten days earlier after losing a three year battle to melanoma, while Bruce sang "Souls of the Departed". It would set the tone for the evening in a show that featured songs culled from 1973's "The Wild, the Innocent and the E Street Shuffle" to 2007's "Magic" (it must be an arduous task to come up with an appropriate setlist, given the voluminous canon from which to choose, that doesn't bore the band or the fans).
Highlights were "Livin' in the Future", "Girls in Their Summer Clothes", "Devil's Arcade", and "Badlands", all of which sounded brilliant. I was particularly struck with how tight and polished the band sounded and the sheer musicianship they all possessed. Bruce worked the stage and the crowd with a methodical prowess of a man on a mission, Max played drums like a man possessed, Little Steven wailed on guitar and Clarence proved that a sax does, in fact, belong in a rock-n-roll band.
The band played song after song after song, going directly from one right into the next, making them the rightful heirs to the "hardest working man in showbusiness" moniker held by Mr. James Brown all those years. Bruce did manage to tell a couple of really neat stories, mostly about Federici, including one involving some marijuana in the front seat of a car that was being towed and ended with him being incarcerated. The other crowd-pleasing moment came when a little girl held up a sign that read "I like you better than Hannah Montana" written on it. Bruce grabbed the sign and with a chuckle said, "My aspirations have been realized. We can all go home now!" It was a hilarious event, especially given the age of the person holding the sign and in light of the recent Vanity Fair photo debacle. The highlight of the evening was hearing "Thunder Road" as a part of the encore, a song that perhaps more than any other in the Springsteen repertoire resonates with me musically and lyrically (I love the "It's a town full of losers and I'm pulling out of here to win" bit).
Negatives were few but bear mentioning here: 1) No Patti. Enough said. 2) The acoustics at the Time Warner Arena were terrible. As is the case with many arenas, the sound often comes through too heavy on the bass and the voices sometimes get lost. 3) I have never realized how many "whoo-hoo's" and "sha-na-na's" are attached to the choruses of Springsteen songs. In addition, in many ways, my experience suffered because as I mentioned before I have been more or less a casual fan and didn't feel like I could fully enjoy the show like some of the "inner circle" aficionados.
That being said, Bruce Springsteen is one of those musical talents that you want to be able to tell your children and grandchildren someday "Yeah, I saw Bruce Springsteen and he was amazing!" Thankfully, I can now say that and I came away with a greater appreciation of the songwriting ability, showmanship, physical stamina and vocal range of Springsteen and his "house rockin', pants droppin', earth shockin', hard rockin', booty shakin', love makin', heart breakin', soul cryin', death defyin' legendary E Street Band". My only hope is that he stays around long enough for me to see him perform live again.
Wednesday, May 7, 2008
Bruce Sprinsteen and the E Street Band - Charlotte, NC
[Guest Review - Dentist]
4 comments:
- Lawyer said...
Nice review. I saw this brood on their last go round a few years back, at Reunion Arena, with my bride and mom. That's right, my mom. I enjoyed only about 10% of the concert, and don't go for the big saxophone (my musical cryptonite). I wish he would do more subdued tours and play The River and the good stuff, not Dancing in the Dark.
- May 7, 2008 at 11:21 PM
- Dentist said...
I was on the very top row stage center with my dad and a couple of drunk chicks rubbing on him the whole time. He feigned disgust, but I wasn't buying that.
- May 8, 2008 at 11:04 AM
nice review, dentite. i saw them on the rising tour, where i had floor "seats" (it was standing room only). the best memories of that show were 1) how tight the band sounds. The best I've ever heard in this area 2) The extended version of "Kansas City" (I was in KC to see the show), which heavily featured Danni Federici, making his loss more poignant for me. But, I have to agree with lawyer, I need about 1/5th the sax they blare into every song. And he didn't play Thunder Road or The River, my two favs. Still, I really enjoyed the show.
PS Look for a Josh Ritter concert review early next week.
- May 8, 2008 at 1:56 PM
- Doctor said...
Where's the one-on-one interview for DLP?
- May 9, 2008 at 6:31 PM


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Gary Cordner, Ph.D.
Gary Cordner, Ph.D.
Professor of Criminal Justice
Gary Cordner joined the Department of Criminal Justice at Kutztown University in January 2008, after teaching for 21 years at Eastern Kentucky University, including five years as Dean of the College of Justice & Safety. At EKU he also founded and directed the Regional Community Policing Institute and the International Justice & Safety Institute. Before EKU he worked as a police officer and police chief in Maryland and taught at Washington State University and the University of Baltimore.
Dr. Cordner is currently a Commissioner on the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies. He is a past member of the Kentucky Law Enforcement Council, the Kentucky Criminal Justice Council, and the Lexington/Fayette County Civil Service Commission. He is past editor of the American Journal of Police and Police Quarterly, and past president of the Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences (ACJS). He has published several books and numerous articles and book chapters on community policing, police administration, and related topics.
Dr. Cordner was given the O.W. Wilson Award by the Police Section of ACJS, the Outstanding Educator Award by the Southern Criminal Justice Association, and outstanding alumnus awards by Northeastern University and Michigan State University. He also received the Academy Fellow Award and the Outstanding Paper Award from ACJS. In 2006 he was given an honorary doctor's degree by the Saint Petersburg University of the State Fire Service in Saint Petersburg, Russia.


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I would find it very surprising if there was any correlation between singing hymns and being gay, but that doesn't mean that it shouldn't be a cause for concern.
My HS's elite choir was about 25% Mormon in a city that was probably only 2% Mormon. I attribute this to the fact that Mormons sing hymns every week, and that early exposure to singing gives Mormons an enduring advantage over their heathen brethren.
The elite choir was also 5% gay in a city that was probably only .05% gay. It is an indisputable fact that Mormons' love of singing exposes them to gay influences far more than less musical sects. Just as some argue that marijuana use increases the likelihood of using harder drugs, because it exposes the user to the illicit drug distribution network, it may also follow that Mormons' increased exposure to gay people via their mutual love and appreciation of musical theater may make gayness look more appealing.
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A lot of life is about compromise. Whether it be living with your family, embarking on a cohabiting relationship, or friendships. At any point in time, unless you are living in a bubble or are incredibly selfish, then all areas and aspects will be give and take. Whether it is as mundane as what to choose for dinner, which film to see, or who has control of the remote for the evening, it all needs compromise
Some of us are better prepared to handle compromise than others, some of us are more accommodating than others and some just go through life downright selfish. Only the other day I was queuing for a delayed tube and a young man thought trying to sneak in ahead of the long queue was appropriate behaviour. The tens of people waiting thought differently and let him know their feelings. But why would someone think such a selfish act appropriate and what in the makeup of a person drives them to want to upset a host of others?
Now the point of this is not to give some moralistic discourse on life's journey, but rather to give an angle on what it means to live in a home. This may seem a strange comment, but you need to stand back and think about community and sharing.
If you are looking at a flat as your first home then it is best to approach it with a view as to a community you are entering. It is a matter of give and take, in being reasonable. It would be unpleasant to leave smelly rubbish in a hallway for your neighbours to look at and smell, when you could take it down to the bin store. If you don't want it in your flat then fair guess others would not want it inflicted on them.
If you are having a party, alerting your neighbours and having consideration would seem common sense. After all, would you want to be disturbed when you had planned a quiet evening? Would you rather be considerate and friendly in handling matters?
The biggest challenge to managers of flats and the common parts is disputes between neighbours. A lot of disputes start out from a trivial matter and then grow out of proportion. What may seem the most important, earth shatteringly important thing at one moment, can actually be trivial from another perspective. It is not always possible to see that, however.
Over the years, I have seen examples of the good the bad and the ugly many times over. When a neighbour is happy to help, or a community spirit fosters around sharing and supporting each other, it is fantastic. This may come from adversity, where the leaseholders feel their managing agents are not treating them fairly and band together to resolve. Or, it can come from a positive approach, whereby there are great community amenities that allow garden parties and community activity.
It is always bad when one of the neighbours creates disturbance, nuisance, or annoyance in their day-to-day living. If they are so inconsiderate that they block hallways with bicycles, rather than putting them in the cycle store, or leave wet umbrellas outside of their flats, then this can become an irritant and lead to conflict and contention.
The ugly is the extreme and very rare. When you get a leaseholder who has little or no social skill, that leads them to aggressive behaviour or to be constantly in conflict, then this becomes a real problem. Managing those people is more the work of psychotherapy than common part management.
Of course, there are all types of humans in everyday life and you are naturally going to encounter them in the course of flat living. However, if you embark on your exciting journey stepping on the home ownership ladder with a spirit of give and take, then the experience should be the more fun and satisfactory.
Of course everyone is different and there would be no TV programmes like Neighbours from Hell! without dispute and conflict. These problems arise in houses as well as flats, so don't be put off, just be aware!


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Where's Our Secret Of Mana Remake Review?
The Secret of Mana remake is launching in mere hours. You'll notice reviews are starting to pop up, but ours isn't ready yet. I've played a large chunk of the remake, but feel I need more time to assess how it measures up to the original and what it offers modern gamers. I adore Secret of Mana, but this remake has me conflicted over the design decisions.
The colorful world and music still are alluring, but the voice acting leaves much to be desired, often making scenes feel unnatural. I would recommend playing without the voice acting. The A.I. has also been a problem for me, as I've had to babysit them constantly and even watched them run into walls on a few occasions. I've also had some technical stutters interrupt the action. I'm planning to play more co-op to see if that eases some of my frustrations, but you should always be able to play alone without the A.I. becoming an obstacle. I'm also taking time to go back to the original to see just how directly it's ported.
Some positive changes include being able to assign shortcuts for items, weapons, and magic. It cuts down some of the menu heavy elements of the game, although you still go into them quite a bit. I still love what the world offers, from imaginative baddies to huge bosses that are satisfying to take down. It's been an interesting trip down memory lane. Secret of Mana is my favorite game of all time, but so far this remake doesn't appear to make it better, and in some areas, makes it worse.
Stay tuned for our full review coming in the next few days.
In the meantime, you can check out our New Gameplay Today to see the game in action.


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While setting up two new Lenovo E540 notebooks that had Windows 8 on them, I came across an issue with the update to Windows 8.1 via the Microsoft Store. It would get to 50% downloaded/installed and then error with the code 0x80240031. Continue reading
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Windows 8 has been released
All the news around the webs states that Windows 8 has been released. I was meaning to get down to Harvey Norman for the midnight launch (something that I did back when Windows 95 hit the streets) but funnily enough, I forgot.
No big deal really, the internet reminded me, so I went to the Microsoft Windows 8 website to check out how much they were selling upgrades for. I was floored straight away, a total of $40 and a bit of my bandwidth, it was mine. Continue reading


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For most people, treating their sleep apnea involves the use of Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP), weight loss, and possibly positional sleep therapy if their apnea is restricted to certain positions, such as when they're lying on their back. While these are often "first-line" treatments to consider, another option is a surgery called a Uvulopalatopharyngoplasty, more commonly known as UPPP.
What is UPPP?
UPPP is a surgery that was developed in 1981 and became popular as an alternative treatment for sleep apnea for patients who had difficulty tolerating CPAP (a technology that was not as advanced back then as it is now). It is the most common surgical procedure used today in treating sleep apnea, although variants of it have been developed over the years to address some of its shortcomings. A UPPP involves removing the tonsils, the back part of the soft palate, and the uvula (a tear-shaped piece of tissue that hangs down at the back of the throat). The goal is to widen the airway, making it less likely for it to collapse or partially collapse and cause the problems commonly associated with sleep apnea.
Is UPPP Effective?
Studies investigating the success of UPPP in treating sleep apnea have generally yielded mixed results. UPPP does appear to be effective in eliminating snoring for most individuals, but controlling sleep apnea tends to be more difficult. According to a 2010 review of studies done on UPPP's effectiveness, the apnea-hypopnea index (AHI; a term used in describing the severity of a person's sleep apnea) is lowered by 33% for those undergoing the
procedure, although their overall AHI remained unacceptably high for their sleep apnea to be considered adequately treated. It is not uncommon for apnea to remain or return in UPPP patients, requiring the use CPAP machine to completely eliminate apnea symptoms. Despite these objective findings, patients who have undergone a UPPP often report improvement in their snoring, daytime sleepiness, and overall quality of life.
Who is a Good Candidate for a UPPP?
Evaluation for a UPPP procedure is usually done by an Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) surgeon. It is common to have an overnight study done in a sleep lab (if it hasn't been done already) to establish the severity of a person's sleep apnea. Because CPAP tends to be more effective in resolving sleep apnea for most people than a UPPP, a trial of CPAP is usually recommended before having the surgery.
Initially, the severity of a person's sleep apnea was used as an indicator for a UPPP. According to the American Academy of Sleep Medicine's guidelines for surgical treatment of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), procedures like a UPPP are generally most effective for patients with mild sleep apnea and not reliable for treatment in patients with moderate or severe OSA. Research aiming to more accurately pinpoint the best candidates for success with UPPP have found that factors such as pre-operative tonsil size, position of the tongue and palate, a person's Body Mass Index (BMI), and the angle to which their mouth opens can be important predictors as well.
What Are the Side Effects of UPPP?
Patients who have undergone a UPPP will almost unanimously agree that it is a challenging procedure to recover from. UPPP is considered to be a very painful procedure taking as many as ten days to fully recover from. The specific risks and side effects of a UPPP are something to review with an ENT surgeon when considering the procedure. Some of the more common side effects include difficulty swallowing, taste disturbances and voice changes.
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Old man winter is already rearing his ugly head in several states, and the Farmer's Almanac predicts a rough season ahead. For those living in areas with lots of annual snow, finding a used vehicle that's capable of navigating snowy and icy roads is a necessity.
Scouring what's available, we've arrived at these 10 best used vehicles for driving in snow.
2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee – The legendary Jeep name and Cherokee guise add up to drivers' ability to traverse snowy, icy roads with ease. Four-wheel drive, high ground clearance, and powerful engine do the job. Raise the vehicle's height and adjust traction with the touch of a button. How easy is that? Prices range from around $23,900 to $38,000.
2012-2014 Volvo XC70 T6 AWD – Essentially a tall wagon, the Volvo XC70 T6 AWD provides winter drivers with a confidence-building 8.3 inches of ground clearance. Look for winter-friendly options that include heated front and rear seats, heated steering wheel, a heated windshield with heated washer nozzles, and headlamp washers. Pricing ranges from $29,501 to $36,500.
2010-2013 Subaru Outback – To successfully pilot through drifting and accumulated snow, besides all-wheel drive, good ground clearance is absolutely necessary. Here the midsize Subaru Outback (a tall wagon that's more like a crossover SUV) excels with 8.7 inches. Amenities great for driving in snow include heated front seats, heated side mirrors, and windshield wiper de-icer. Prices range from $9,500 to $32,976.
2013-2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek – Like the Outback, the 2013-2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek (a car-like crossover) features 8.7 inches of ground clearance and all-wheel drive as standard equipment, making short work of driving in snow. Other winter-friendly standard features include heated front seats and side mirrors and windshield wiper de-icer. Pricing ranges from $17,506 to $30,536.
2011-2013 Toyota Sienna – The only minivan available with all-wheel drive, the Toyota Sienna carries seven passengers and provides 6.6 inches of ground clearance for driving in snow. The Sienna offers a long list of winter-friendly options, including heated front seats. Sienna pricing with all-wheel drive ranges from $17,975 to $40,227.
2013 Audi Allroad – With its 7.1-inch ground clearance and Audi's vaunted Quattro all-wheel drive, the 2013 Audi Allroad helps drivers breeze through snowy roads as safely as dry pavement. Allroad standard equipment winter drivers will appreciate includes heated outside mirrors, rain-sensing windshield wipers and headlight washers, while heated front seats are optional. Prices range from $31,000 to $44,800.
2014 BMW 3-Series Gran Turismo xDrive – Buyers looking for a BMW sedan with standard all-wheel drive and excellent ground clearance for traversing snowy roads should check out the 2014 BMW 3-Series Gran Turismo xDrive. The tall, entry-level four-door luxury hatchback features 6.5 inches of ground clearance, with available heated seats and steering wheel, and headlamp washers. Check out prices that range from $34,900 to $53,725.
2011-2014 Subaru Legacy – A perennial favorite for driving in snow, the 2011-2014 Subaru Legacy provides a generous 5.9 inches of ground clearance, not quite as good as the Outback, but still good for a sedan. Look for used Legacy sedans with optional heated front seats and side mirrors and windshield wiper de-icer. Prices are in the $12,499 to $30,000.
2012-2013 Acura TL SH-AWD – Wet and snowy roads won't deter drivers of the 2012-2013 Acura TL SH-AWD (which stands for super handling all-wheel drive). The midsize luxury sedan has 5.7 inches of ground clearance. Heated front seats and outside mirrors are other winter-friendly features. Check out prices ranging from $24,988 to $36,694.
2013 Ford Fusion – The popular midsize 2013 Ford Fusion, when equipped with all-wheel drive, provides drivers with the ability to safely navigate snow-covered roads with ease. Pricing ranges from $18,999 to $31,988.
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Turn on, tune in, drop out. That is what the state of Colorado will be known for as thousands celebrate Colorado becoming the first state in America to legally sell marijuana for recreational use.
As others were merely ringing in the new year, a few hundred in Denver celebrated with pot- fueled "End of Prohibition" parties. Colorado currently has 160 dispensaries licensed to sell recreational pot.
Supporters of the reefer madness laughably claim Colorado will become the Napa Valley of pot. Of course, one has to travel far and wide in Napa to find grown pasty white men with braided beards, bud tattoos with Coolio faces and manboobs, sucking down Mary Jane's "calming soda" while scarfing bags of Cheetos.
Colorado Highlife Tours will offer "fun, affordable and discreet' cannabis-centered day trips and is set to expand into limosine and bus tours. You'll be able to buy a little pot here and there, see a commercial grow, visit iconic Colorado landmarks and take lots of pictures," company owner Timothy Vee told NBC. "It will be like a Napa Valley wine tour."


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Fire up your fall wedding with a cayenne-and-lavender color scheme. The sweetness of the ever-so-popular lavender pastel is instantly spiced up with cayenne red accents. From a bold lace bridesmaid dress to a flaming shoe and a light purple cake with cayenne and gold accents — this is an unexpected, yet stunning theme for an autumn affair.
These hues would look especially great at an ethnic, Moroccan-themed celebration. Picture patterned pillows on the floor for seating, gold beaded tablecloths, and delicious rice and lamb for dinner. It could also work for a more upscale rustic setting like a mountain lodge, tented backyard wedding with foliage in view, or even a country-club celebration. With both its pretty soft tones and punchy finishes, the electric purple and red mash-up is very versatile.
Pictured above: Bridesmaids Dress, $350, Monique Lhuillier Bridesmaids; Invitation, $800 for 100 sets, Fine Day Press; Wine Glass, $20, Vietri; Dinnerware, From $148, Alberto Pinto; Napkin, $36, ABC Carpet & Home; Shoes, $345, L.K.Bennett; Cake, $14 per slice (serves 125), Cheryl Kleinman Cakes; Bouquet, $375, Rountree Flowers; Hair Comb, $456, Jenny


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The Jordan and Frobenius normal forms of a linear map $A:\Bbb R^n \rightarrow \Bbb R^n$ seem to be maximally simple representations of $A$ in the sense that one of them contains as few nonzero entries as possible. But how do you prove that?
More precise, show that for every $A:\Bbb R^n \rightarrow \Bbb R^n$ and every Basis $B$ of $\Bbb R^n$, the transformation matrix $_B A _B$ has at least as many nonzero entries as the Jordan normal form or the Frobenius normal form of $A$ or, otherwise, give a counterexample.


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Listapalooza: My top 5 songs of 2006
Because I don't buy full albums anymore …
1. "On the Radio," Regina Spektor (or really, anything by Regina Spektor)
2. "Black Horse and the Cherry Tree," KT Tunstall (or anything else by KT, with the exception of "Suddenly I See," which was in just about every TV pilot this year and got totally played into the ground)
3. "Save Room," John Legend (my favorite off the new album)
4. "Busting up a Starbucks," Mike Doughty
5. "Let Me Go," Sonya Kitchell


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Once you master indirect-heat grilling and learn to use your grill as an outdoor oven, a world of options opens up.
Here, the flavors of Thanksgiving dinner are captured midsummer. The turkey breast's apple cider brine ensures moist results. The chunky apple-onion condiment comes together while the turkey is on the grill.
If you don't want to use the bourbon or rye, double the amount of butter.
Make Ahead: The turkey needs to be brined for 6 to 10 hours.
Servings: 10
- For the turkey
- 2 quarts unsweetened apple cider
- 2 quarts water
- 1 cup kosher salt
- 1 cup packed light brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons black peppercorns
- 3 bay leaves
- One 5 1/2-to-6-pound bone-in, skin-on turkey breast
- For the jam
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 large Vidalia onion, cut into small dice (scant 2 cups)
- Kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 pounds Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored and cut into 1/4-inch pieces
- 2 teaspoons bourbon or rye
- 3 tablespoons light brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons Dijon-style mustard
- 3 tablespoons chopped parsley
For the turkey: Combine the apple cider, water, salt, brown sugar, peppercorns and bay leaves in a large stockpot over medium-high heat; stir until the salt and sugar dissolve. Bring to a boil, then remove from the heat. Cool the brine completely, either in an ice-water bath or in the refrigerator.
If needed, transfer the cooled brine to a container or zip-top bag large enough to hold it and the turkey breast. Add the turkey, submerging it in the liquid. Refrigerate for 6 to 10 hours.
Prepare the grill for direct and indirect heat. If using charcoal, light the briquettes in a chimney starter and let them burn until the flames subside and a light layer of ash covers them (20 to 25 minutes). Dump the lighted coals into 2 mounds (or, preferably, into 2 half-moon-shaped briquette baskets) on opposite sides of the grill. Place a drip pan between the piles of coals and fill it halfway with water. If using gas, with a two-burner grill, set one burner to medium and leave the other unlit; with three or more burners, set the outside or front and rear burners to medium-low and leave the center burners unlit. The direct-heat temperature should be 375 to 400 degrees.
Have ready a spray water bottle for taming any flames. Lightly coat the grill rack with oil and place it on the grill.
Remove the turkey from the brine, rinse it and pat dry. Discard the brine.
When the grill is ready, place the turkey on the grate (over the unlit area), positioning the breast so it sits up straight on the grill. Close the lid and cook, adjusting the controls or charcoal as needed to maintain a temperature of 375 degrees. For even cooking, rotate the turkey breast once after 45 minutes.
After 60 minutes, start checking for doneness. The breast should take a total of 75 to 90 minutes. It is done when an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the breast registers 165 degrees; be sure to monitor both sides of the turkey. The skin might get quite dark, which can be deceptive. Transfer the breast to a platter to rest for 20 minutes.
While the turkey is cooking, make the jam: Heat the oil in a large nonstick saute pan over medium-high heat. Once it shimmers, add the onion and season with salt and pepper to taste. Reduce the heat to medium; cook for 6 to 8 minutes, stirring often, until the onion has softened.
Stir in the butter and apples; increase the heat to medium-high. Cook, stirring, for about 6 minutes, until the apples start to soften. Add the bourbon or rye and the brown sugar; cook, stirring, for 2 to 3 minutes, until the bourbon reduces and the sugar dissolves. Add the mustard, stirring to incorporate. Remove from the heat and stir in the parsley. Taste, and adjust the seasoning as needed.
Serve slices of the turkey with the apple-onion jam.
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•!# Double Sided Print outs
1. What
'' Decrease the amount of paper wasted by printing out paper on one side. Printing out paper on one side saves money and paper.
2. Why this action makes things more sustainable?
• Cost efficiency
• Lessen IES's carbon footprint
• Overall more sustainable - saves more trees as more and more are being consumed due to high demand for paper supplies
• Americans use more than 90 million short tons of paper and paperboard.
• Paper fiber can be recycled 5-7 times before they are too short to be recycled anymore!
• 17% of the world's wood is used for paper making
• The U.S. is the world's leading producer of paper and paperboard, with over 500 mills in operation. Worldwide, there are approximately 10,000 paper and paperboard mills in operation.
2.1. SWOT Analysis
- saves IES money spent on paper
- paper can be utilized to fullest capability
Weaknesses- doesnt totally eliminate the usage of paper
- must buy a printer that has the capability of printing on both sides
- save usage of staples/ other appliances needed to assemble multiple pieces of paper
- preserves paper to fullest extent
- students may be lazy and don't feel like clicking on option to utilize double side print outs
2.2. Feedback loops
2 sides print outs
> less paper/ink used> less trees deforested --> less destruction to the environment
2 sided print outs
> less paper/ ink used > less energy used per print out
2.3. Potential Benefits
Cuts the costs of paper down, helps IES become a more sustainable program, reserves resources for IES (staples, paper, ink)
2.4. Potential Costs
None, other than the regular budget of paper.
3. How
Configure printer to print double sided
Currently, our printer at IES is double sided printing capable. Someone has already came and set up this capability and currently all of the pages are being printed out double sided. We just need to make sure that this action stays constant and that all students are utilizing this.
Create flyers to inform students how to print double sided/print more sustainably
A flyer will hang above computers that notifies students how to print double sided manually (in case the printer is not configured). Also, it will make the suggestion of how to print power point slides on one piece of paper, as well as the location of recycling bins in IES as well as the streets of Barcelona. These flyers will hang above the printers for all to see.
Control the amount of paper students can use for printing
Since it is quite easy to waste paper as of right now, It has been suggested that IES barcelona put a limit on how much paper they provide for each student for printing purposes. The way that they can control this issue is to give each student an alloted amount of paper upon arriving to BCN (perhaps one ream), and they will be able to do with this paper as they choose. By doing this, we can possible help control the amount of paper that is wasted by each student.
3.1. "Cradle to Cradle" design
'This action doesnt really incorporate the cradle to cradle design because the waste from one user isn't benefiting another.
3.2. Questions for the unified survey
How many sheets of paper do you print out at the IES printers a week? 0-5 (68.83%, 53 people), 10-15 (7.79%, 6 ppl), 15-20 (2.60%,2 ppl), 5-10 (19.48%, 15 ppl)
3.3. Analysis of the results in the survey
The results indicate that a lot of people use a moderate amount of paper. The results of this survey isn't quite accurate as not all of the students in IES participated. If they did I would say that the majority would use 10 sheets a week as there are a lot of powerpoint slides and homework assignments to print out. This shows that this action must be continued as the utilization of paper is essential in its preservation.
3.4. Incentives
This action doesn't really require any incentives for the students. It will provide them with less paper they have to worry about keeping track of and for IES it will help them save money. Every nickel here and there will help in the long run.
3.5. Relationship with the "Sustainability Club" (SC)
Well mainly this action helps prevent the overuse of paper by limiting the paper used from the double sided print outs. This will help save money for IES as well as help IES become more sustainable. By saving more paper, more trees will be saved and the rate of trees being used will decrease. The SC deals with all matters that have to do with sustaining life in a way that can be utilized more efficiently for the future.
3.6. How will this action be sustained when you are not here?
Upon departure I will make sure with IES that all of the computers maintain the status of double sided printouts by stressing how eco friendly and cost efficient it is. It may not be a big thing but after a while it all will add up and IES will save money and resources consumed!
3.7. Document format
HTML Document type
3.8. Copyright license of your report
Attribution CC-- There may not be possible moderations to this action but if there are then by all means, anyone can make changes for a better alternative!
4. Time-sheet / Chronogram
March 28- Talk to IES staff to make sure computers are all programmed to print on both sides
March 29- Make sure that this action will persist as it will save them resources and money
April 10- monitor progress, ask staff if they notice a change in the amount of paper being consumed/ how often they have to fill up printer with paper
5. References & Links
PAPER FACTS – Paper University
6. Students involved in this action
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A Real Sham
This is classic, I had to pass it on. The story I saw is on The Atlantic Wire via Yahoo News – you can see the story here – http://news.yahoo.com/syrian-rebels-now-tank-powered-playstation-controller-020228394.html .
The reason I had to pass this on is because I was absolutely amazed by something called…… Wait for it….
The Sham. Actually, that is incorrect it is named… The Sham II.
No, not a Sham-Wow but a real live Sham. The naming of this thing was not done in English so I suppose that those naming it may not have known how the name would translate into the general English speaking population.
Definition of sham:
something that is not what it purports to be; a spurious imitation; fraud or hoax.
I have always used the word to describe some lie or hustle which is how I mostly hear the word used.
But there is more, this does get even stranger. The Sham II is apparently a tank created by Syrian rebels level the playing field against the tanks of Assad regime.
This thing is apparently a homemade tank made out of spare parts, wrapped in a steel case and driving by cameras that are mounted on it.
The cockpit has two large flat screen televisions and the gun is controlled…… Wait for it…. By a Playstation controller.
The whole thing is built on top of an old diesel car and is driven using the steering wheel.
I searched out another article in France 24 and learned more (http://www.france24.com/en/20121209-sham-ii-new-fighting-machine-syria-rebels) and learned more.
Apparently this is The Sham II because the Sham I only shielded the driver but left the rest of the crew exposed to enemy fire 9I know which Job I want in the Sham).
I also found out that the whole thing costs about $10,000 dollars to make. That's less that a cheap economy car with no radio on dog dish hubcaps (and a whole lot more fun and useful I might add). The folks over at Volvo might want to take some safety tips from these guys.
There were also pictures (http://www.france24.com/en/files/imagecache/aef_ct_wire_image_lightbox/images/afp/photo_1355084364140-1-0.jpg?1355122433 – http://www.france24.com/en/files/imagecache/aef_ct_wire_image/images/afp/photo_1355084430686-1-0.jpg – http://www.france24.com/en/files/imagecache/aef_ct_wire_image/images/afp/photo_1355084507593-1-0.jpg ) and I have to admit, it looks more like a legitimate tank that i would have figured. The biggest enemy however may not be the effects of combat: The worst enemy might be the rust you see in the picture. I hope the conflict ends faster than rust can eat the steel.
This is some serious Road Warrior, DR. Dre and Tupac, "California Dreamin" stuff.
My first thoughts were: "This sounds like the worst place to be in the entire conflict." You are fighting against your government and that government's tanks. That government is a government that the entire world is trying to keep from using chemical weapons on you and you are going to go up against them in a homemade Road Warrior car shooting through your Playstation in something called the Sham II.
Of course, this was followed by some silliness from me: "What do you call the crew, the Sham Riders or Sham Warriors" "If you get killed does it say game over on the screen" "Can you search the internet for cheat codes" "Can you play online against Assad using the card you bought at the local Wal-Mart" "If they win the battles do they unlock special tank features" and on and on.
Later it dawned on me how creative and brave the whole thing is. To be able to make your own tank and use televisions and video game consoles is amazing. That's some real MacGyver stuff. Then to be the guys who are willing to take this thing into combat for something you believe in is incredibly brave and any victories this tank gets are heroic.
Then the adrenalin junkie in me kicked in and had to think: "This thing sounds like a dangerous place to be, but that crazy thing sounds like it would be pretty fun to drive around fighting in.
I might have made the whole thing a two man operation with two Playstation controllers and just make the whole thing a big video game experience.
There has to be a documentary, a movie and a few video games in this story. I am very interested in hearing more about this thing and how it does in combat with actual tanks and I am also eager to play the video game.
Just thought I would share because I thought it was an incredibly interesting story and the Sham II is not a Sham because it is nowhere near being April yet.
What a strange world we are in,
Alethinos Paradoxos


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Photographing Dads [Orange County Family Photographer]
Dads have such a great bond with their kids. It changes a guy when he becomes a dad. And I love capturing that connection. I used to be intimidated when photographing guys. It's weird, I know. But, I just felt the sense that sometimes they weren't pumped about being in front of the camera. But, let's face it, most people aren't extremely comfortable in front of the camera.
Instead of letting the situation turn awkward, the first thing I do is acknowledge the feeling and move on. I might say something like, I bet this isn't on the top of your list of 'things to do on a Saturday afternoon.' It gets a laugh and then they know I don't expect them to be a model. Just relax and have fun.
I also constantly keep the focus on the kids. Instead of trying to pose someone, I'll help create a moment. Asking what they do at home when they are just goofing around usually results in throwing the baby or kid up in the air! Sometimes I'll tell the kids that when I count to 3 their dad is going to tickle them. And if it's more of a serious child or an older child I will just tell the child to be sweet with their dad or to cuddle with their dad.
Thanks for letting me share how I photograph dads and hope it helps if you are sometimes intimidated like me!


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I'm back……
Where have I been? Nursing hamstrings, dealing with the kids, looking for a 12 step program for CrossFit addicts. You know…..around.
I will be getting the blog back in gear, though it may be a bit different. I am told that I have changed a bit.
Losing 30 pounds will do that.


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Who benefits when trade happens? Who is hurt when trade happens?
I often hear that trade only helps the party who receives money in a transaction (hence the need to "give back"), or that many trades are harmful to the "weaker" party in a trade or to the producers of competing products. Are these true, and more generally, who is actually helped or hurt in a trade?
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June was born and raised in Canton, Ohio, attended St. Joseph Catholic Grade School, and graduated from Aliquippa Sr. High School. She then studied business at Robert Morris Junior College.
After living in Hopewell Township for 29 years, she and her husband, Forrest (Brownie), live in Raccoon Township. After 44 years of marriage, they have two grown children and 6 grandchildren.
They were members of Prince of Peace for many years, but now attend Mt. Pleasant Presbyterian Church in Raccoon Township. Her other activities include: mentor in Aliquippa Impact Mentoring Program; Board Member of Life Beaver County; Center Twp., Chapter Co-Educator of GWRRA/Chapter D/Cranberry Twp. (Gold Wing Road Rider Assoc.); Past Director & Secretary of BCASO (the Beaver County AIDS Service Organization). Her hobbies include bicycling, bowling, reading, flower gardening, sewing, flea marketing, learning new things, and helping others achieve their highest goals.


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A Cinco de Mayo "Munch and Learn" fiesta at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday at Marion Community Center pairs food and learning under the theme "Pathways to Adult Life and Work."
The program, sponsored by Harvey-Marion County CDDO, will focus on support for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities as they move toward adulthood.
Shelly May of Lifeshare, Pathways Facilitator for Adult Employment/Day Outcomes, and Rocky Nichols of Disability Rights Center of Kansas will give presentations. An update on the Marion County Special Education Rural Routes to Employment Initiative will be provided.
Mexican food will be served beginning at 5:30 p.m., and presentations will start at 6:30 p.m.
Parents and guardians of children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, special educators, community support professionals, service providers, and interested citizens are invited to attend the free event, which is open to the public.
Reservations are requested by Friday by calling (316) 283-7997.


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Hi All,
We are doing a harvest in time for the holidays. If you are interested in 100% grass-fed beef please contact me ASAP. I will need to receive your deposit by Nov 11th for this harvest and to offer this year's pricing. We sell cow shares at whole ($5.49/lb). half ($5.80/lb), and quarter ($6.00/lb). This pricing is based on the final NET weight of your share and INCLUDES the butcher's fees! We make it as simple as possible. You may visit our website at www.somarfarms.com for more information. My direct phone number is 510.482.4420 x238.
Stemple Creek Ranch has 1/4 of a cow ready for pick up. I can go get it, but I'll need a few others to share it with me. If I remember right, dividing 1/4 cow into four shares gives each share about 60 - 100 pounds of meat.
Is anyone interested in more beef? I usually order it through Stemple Ranch, but need three others to split a quarter cow.
I order my turkey through Winddancer Ranch, http://www.winddancerranch.us/
They deliver - you just have to meet the driver somewhere near 680. I doubt there's any left, but it doesn't hurt to check.
Hi Greg, I'm not sure about Heritage turkeys, but the closest thing I've found to local, organic raised is a Diestal turkey which they sell at Whole Foods. Good luck!
Heritage turkeys on this side of the tunnel?
Hi all! This is my first time participating! We'd love to split a quarter cow or similar. Also any suggestions for liver? Please keep us in mind if anyone is ordering soon. Thanks!
Can anyone split a quarter cow with me? I'd like to order from Stemple Creek for January.


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Symphony and Kauffman Center to be featured nationally on PBS
The Kansas City Symphony and the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts will be featured in the nationally broadcast PBS Summer Arts Festival.
Mezzo-soprano Joyce DiDonato will appear with the Symphony in March, and local public television station KCPT will film the performance for the multipart weekly series on PBS, which begins in June.
Having the Symphony and the Kauffman Center featured on the Summer Festival will allow Kansas City to strut its cultural stuff on the national stage, said Randy Mason, KCPT's executive producer for cultural affairs.
"Very few times does a symphony outside the major markets get this kind of national attention — almost never, in fact," Mason said. "We'll sprinkle in the personalities and professional accomplishments of Michael Stern and Joyce DiDonato, the meeting of maestro and the mezzo, if you will, with some majestic music in a majestic hall. It should make Kansas City proud."
Mason said plans to feature Kansas City's new performing arts venue started to form while the affiliate was working on "Raise the Roof," a documentary of the building of the Kauffman Center.
"It struck me that the stars might never align this well again," he said. "We had the Symphony playing better than ever, plus a hometown hero (DiDonato) returning to our brand-new world-class venue — all coinciding with the PBS festival which aims to showcase the breadth of America's arts activity. To top it off, Paula Kerger, the president of PBS, came to town for a conference, and thanks to Jane Chu, got whisked away on an impromptu after-hours tour of the center — which no doubt helped our cause greatly."


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Dear Editor:
I woke up at 4:30 a.m. on the day of the major Toronto snowstorm to check the GBC website (as instructed by my program faculty) which stated, "The college is open". I only had clinics that day, which were cancelled, but how did I get this message? Through Facebook; not the website where it was supposed to be listed!
I think the college did a very poor job handling the snowstorm situation. It is clear that safety is not a concern at GBC; most if not all the students that attend college here are commuters coming from long distances. It took until 3 p.m. that day for the college to realize it should close its doors… at 6 p.m.!
Good call GBC, by that time day classes are finished anyway!
Natasha Mehan
Student Association Waterfront campus director & concerned student
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