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Delaware Medical Malpractice Summary
Statutes of Limitations
Any medical malpractice action, whether for injury or death, must be brought within two years after the date of the injury. Del. Code Ann. tit. 18, § 6856 (1989). If, however, the injury is not one that can be discovered with reasonable diligence, the claimant is afforded an additional year in which to bring an action. Id. For minors six years of age or younger, a medical malpractice action must be brought within the two-year time limit or by the child's sixth birthday, whichever is later. Id. A former version of this statute, with substantially the same terms, has been held to be constitutional. Reyes v. Kent General Hospital, 487 A.2d 1142 (1984).
Contributory or Comparative Negligence
Delaware has adopted the modified doctrine of comparative negligence. Del. Code Ann. tit. 10, § 8132 (Supp. 1994). Under this doctrine, a claimant's action is barred if his negligence exceeds the combined negligence of all defendants. Otherwise, the claimant's recovery is diminished in proportion to his degree of negligence. Id.
Joint and Several Liability
In Delaware, joint tortfeasors are jointly and severally liable, Del. Code Ann. tit. 10, § 6301 (1975), so any tortfeasor against whom judgment has been entered is liable to the claimant for the entire judgment, regardless of his degree of negligence.
Delaware affords joint tortfeasors a right to contribution. Del. Code Ann. tit. 10, § 6302 (1975). If the tortfeasors' relative degrees of fault are disproportionate, making equal shares in contribution inequitable, the relative degree of fault of each tortfeasor will be considered in determining his pro rata share; otherwise, the tortfeasors' liability for contribution is apportioned equally without regard to their relative degree of fault. Id. A settling joint tortfeasor is not entitled to contribution from a tortfeasor whose liability was not extinguished by the settlement. Id. A right to contribution cannot be pursued in a separate action if it can be enforced by cross-claim in the original action. Del. Code Ann. tit. 10, § 6306 (1975).
Vicarious Liability
Delaware recognizes under principles of apparent agency that a hospital may hold out a non-employed physician so as to give the appearance that the physician is an employee of the hospital, thus creating an apparent agency and making the hospital liable for the physician's negligent acts. Vanaman v. Milford Memorial Hospital, 272 A.2d 718 (Del. 1970); Fulton v. Quinn, No. C.A. 89C-AU-36, 1993 WL 19674 (Del. Super. 1993).
Expert Testimony
Delaware requires that medical malpractice claims be supported by expert medical testimony that establishes a deviation from the applicable standard of care. Del. Code Ann. tit. 18, § 6853 (1989). However, a claimant need not produce medical testimony when a malpractice review panel's findings of negligence can be introduced into evidence (see Arbitration), or when the injury is caused by a foreign object left in the body or by surgery on the wrong body part. Id. A physician who has practiced actively for the previous five years in Delaware or in a contiguous state within 75 miles of Delaware's capital is presumed competent. Del. Code Ann. tit. 18, § 6854 (1989).
Damage Caps
Delaware does not place a limit on the damages a claimant may recover.
Statutory Cap on Attorneys' Fees
Delaware limits the amount attorneys may collect as a contingency fee in connection with medical malpractice claims to 35 percent of the first $100,000 in damages, 25 percent of the next $100,000, and 10 percent of any remaining award. Del. Code Ann. tit. 18, § 6865 (1989). A party may also elect to pay his attorney on a per diem basis if a written contract providing for such compensation is drafted at the time of employment. Id.
Periodic Payments
Delaware courts have the option in malpractice cases of requiring that compensation for future damages be divided into monthly payments. Del. Code Ann. tit. 18, § 6864 (1989). If the claimant dies while periodic payments remain owing, the court will deduct any amounts allocated for future pain and suffering and future health care expenses from the judgment debtor's future obligation, with the remainder going to the plaintiff's estate. Id. However, if the periodic payments were scheduled to last longer than 20 years, and the claimant dies after 20 years, the judgment debtor's obligation is terminated. Id. There appear to be no published opinions referring to this provision, so it may not be greatly used. In a single case found on an electronic database, which involved lifetime care for a disabled infant, the court elected not to apply the statute. Garrison v. Medical Center of Delaware, Inc., No. CIV. A. 87C-DE-108, 1992 WL 179492 (Del. Super. 1992).
Collateral Source Rule
Delaware has partially eliminated the collateral source rule. Del. Code Ann. tit. 18, § 6862 (1989). The defendant can offer evidence of public collateral sources of compensation, including future benefits, and any prospective changes in "marital, financial or other status of any person seeking or benefitting from such damages." Id. A medical malpractice defendant, however, cannot offer evidence of collateral payments from life insurance or private collateral sources of compensation. Id.
Pre-Judgment Interest
Delaware does not allow pre-judgment interest for bodily injury or other injuries for which the damages are not calculable. Rollins Environmental Services, Inc. v. WSMW Industries, Inc., 426 A.2d 1363 (Del. Super. 1980).
Patient Compensation Funds and Physician Insurance
Delaware does not have a patient compensation fund or a program of state-sponsored liability insurance for physicians.
Delaware municipalities, towns, cities, and counties (and their employees) enjoy immunity from liability in tort unless recovery is specifically authorized by statute. Del. Code Ann. tit. 10, § 4011 (Supp. 1994). A government employee may be liable for damages only when such damages arise in circumstances where the employee was not acting within the scope of his employment or where his conduct was willful and wanton. Id. There is a statutory exception to the general immunity for liability resulting from the use of machinery or equipment, the construction and maintenance of a public building, or the sudden and accidental discharge of chemicals or gases. Del. Code Ann. tit. 10, § 4012 (1990). Where the public entity is not immune, damages are capped at $300,000, unless the entity has purchased liability insurance with coverage greater than $300,000. Del. Code Ann. tit. 10, § 4013 (1990).
The State of Delaware and its political subdivisions have maintained immunity for acts performed in an official capacity, acts done in good faith, and acts done without gross or wanton negligence. Del. Code Ann. tit. 10, §§ 4001 and 4003 (Supp. 1994). The state does, however, owe negligent state employees a duty of indemnification. Del. Code Ann. tit. 10, § 4002 (Supp. 1994). The state is entitled to purchase insurance to cover potential tort liability. Del. Code Ann. tit. 10, § 4005 (Supp. 1994). However, the purchase of insurance constitutes a waiver of the government entity's sovereign immunity. Holden v. Bundek, 317 A.2d 29 (Del. 1972).
Delaware has established a system of mandatory malpractice review panels that is designed to prevent controversies from advancing to litigation. Del. Code Ann. tit. 18, § 6803 (1989). The panel will advise the court whether the evidence supports the conclusion that the defendants failed to comply with the standard of care. Del. Code Ann. tit. 18, § 6811 (1989). A party can request the court to review the opinion of the panel and the court has the power to strike any portion of the panel's opinion that is found to be based on an error of law or unsupported by substantial evidence. Id.
The panel's (negative) opinion is admissible as prima facie evidence of negligence, but the opinion is not conclusive, except in the case of foreign object claims, an explosion or fire from treatment, or a surgical procedure performed on the wrong part of the body. Del. Code Ann. tit. 18, §§ 6853 and 6812 (1989). Members of the review panel may not be required to testify in court. Del. Code Ann. tit. 18, § 6812 (1989).
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Friday, August 8, 2008
What Have We Been Doing Lately!
Serving as Part-time Service Missionaries for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (and, of course, enjoying our extended families...check our family website.)
I began serving as a Church Service Missionary in the Las Vegas Humanitarian Service Center in November 2007 shortly after being released as bishop of the Monte Cristo Ward(although I wasn't officially "called" as a missionary until February 18, 2008). Sherrie began serving in May after the play ("The Ark") was over (although she wasn't offically "called" until June 23, 2008). The calls are for one year. We received a copy of Sherrie's call letter but the fact I had never received a copy of my call letter prompted the email exchange shown below.
We serve two days a week, Tuesday and Thursday and any evening when we have a group scheduled. The Las Vegas Humanitarian Service Room ("HSR") is currently open three days a week, Tuesday through Thursday.
Our HSR has been given an interesting assignment; to oversee the assembly of 16,800 "cleaning buckets" which will be kept in the Las Vegas Bishop's Storehouse until needed for disaster distribution. As buckets are used, we would then "backfill" on an ongoing basis to maintain the original amount.
Each bucket, a five gallon white plastic bucket, contains:
laundry detergent
powdered cleanser
liquid cleaner
20 trash bags
scrubber sponges (2)
large sponge
bar of soap
empty spray bottle
2 small cloths (cleaning type rags)
5 breathing masks
two pair of rubber gloves
one long handled brush
two scrubber brushes
All the items fit into the plastic bucket which then has a lid pounded on it and the bucket is placed on a pallet; 12 buckets per layer with 7 layers, which are then shrink wrapped and moved to a storage location within the Bishop's Storehouse. (Yes that makes a tall stack!)
Our first "assembly session" was last Wednesday evening. We had about 225 volunteers who showed up between about 5:30 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. We assembled 2268 buckets. Given our relatively limited assembly space, 225 is too many. The ideal number would be between 75 and 100. Three evening assembly sessions are scheduled for next week.
In the HSR, we assemble hygiene kits, newborn kits, and school kits. We also make quilts and lots of other items. Our responsibility is to coordinate the work of the volunteers who come to the HSR. The HSR serves the entire valley, so we have people coming from all over town. We are open between 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. We are always busy. In addition to preparing items to be sent to Salt Lake City for disaster preparedness inventory supply, we also work with various local agencies. For instance, yesterday we delivered 500 hygiene kits to the Salvation Army and 56 newborn kits (and other items like quilts, etc.) to University Medical Center.
Items that we produce are sent all over the world in response to disasters. For instance, last month, supplies were sent to:
St. Lucia
New Mexico
The supplies are distributed to disaster victims and are not distributed only to members of the LDS church.
-----Original Message-----
From: Keith Thomas [mailto:email@example.com]
Sent: Wednesday, August 06, 2008 10:23 AM
To: Parry, Morgan
Subject: Church Service Mission Call
Hi Morgan,
I have attached a copy of the "call letter" relating to Sherrie's call as a church service missionary. Do you know if there is a similar letter relating to my call as a church service missionary? If so, I would like to get a copy of it if possible. I am curious about the dates ("Date Service Begins" and "Release Date").
I see that Brendan will be speaking in Sacrament Meeting on September 14th. Its hard to believe he has been gone for two years!
Thanks so much,
Keith Thomas
-----Original Message-----
From: Morgan W Parry
Sent: Wednesday, August 06, 2008 10:47 AM
To: 'Keith Thomas'
Subject: RE: Church Service Mission Call
I believe I was given a copy of such a letter to file and I will look in the file cabinet and make a copy.
-----Original Message-----
From: Keith Thomas [mailto:email@example.com]
Sent: Wednesday, August 06, 2008 10:58 AM
To: 'Morgan W Parry'
Subject: RE: Church Service Mission Call
-----Original Message-----
From: Morgan W Parry
Sent: Wednesday, August 06, 2008 12:03 PM
To: 'Keith Thomas'
Subject: RE: Church Service Mission Call
Find attached a copy of your letter. If it is a poor copy or you can't open it, I have the copy I made from the original and will hold if you need it.
Let me know.
-----Original Message-----
From: Keith Thomas [mailto:email@example.com]
Sent: Wednesday, August 06, 2008 12:31 PM
To: 'Morgan W Parry'
Subject: RE: Church Service Mission Call
Thanks Morgan,
It came through just fine. I am guessing that my release date could be extended to at least coincide with Sherrie's (June 23, 2009) or even longer, if they wish. Both would be fine with us. We are enjoying our work there and hope we are making a difference.
Warm regards,
-----Original Message-----From: Morgan W Parry
Sent: Wednesday, August 06, 2008 12:33 PMTo: 'Keith Thomas'Subject: RE: Church Service Mission Call
Although certainly not my call, I would bet you could extend as long as you want. They would probably even let you show up in a wheel chair.
Posted by Keith Thomas at 12:03 PM
1 comment:
- Rachel said...
That's a great pictures. Sounds like you guys are doing a lot of good at the HSR. Hopefully you can influence them to go "green" in future projects. (Ok, I know, I know...it all comes from corporate!)
- August 10, 2008 at 6:23 PM
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Outdoor Ethics Guide Handbook
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|''Outdoor Ethics Guide Handbook''
Front cover of the 2019 edition of the guide.
The purpose of the Outdoor Ethics Guide Handbook is to guide units in developing a culture that effectively demonstrates responsible outdoor choices that reduce impacts of Scouting activities. Introduced in September 2017 and updated in May 2018, the handbook identifies the responsibilities of the outdoor ethics guide, provides ideas on how to carry out this role, and lists resources. It also provides methods for the Outdoor Ethics Guide Advisor or other adult leader to support Scouts selected for this position and a way to evaluate success.
The 26-page document, which is available as a free PDF download (2018 Printing; Published January 2019), includes:
- An explanation of the outdoor ethics guide's role.
- A list of rank requirements the outdoor ethics guide can help fellow Scouts earn.
- Outdoor program planning tips.
- A list of functions of the outdoor ethics guide advisor.
- A self-evaluation for the outdoor ethics guide.
- An explanation of the Teaching EDGE method.
- A fillable duty roster for delegating Leave No Trace responsibilities.
- A Leave No Trace troop assessment form.
- A fillable planning guide with a Leave No Trace focus.
- A conservation project checklist.
- A list of websites to learn more.
See Also
- Outdoor Ethics
- Leave No Trace
- Tread Lightly!
- The Land Ethic
- Outdoor Code
- Teaching EDGE
- Outdoor Ethics Guide - A troop or crew youth leadership role.
- Outdoor Ethics Guide Advisor - An adult who helps the outdoor ethics guide answer questions on how Scouts actually practice the Outdoor Code
Related awards
|Outdoor Ethics-related awards
|Leave No Trace-related links
External links
- Outdoor Ethics Guide Handbook (2019) (free PDF download) — Scouting.org
- Electronic comparison of 2018 and 2019 versions of the Outdoor Ethics Guide Handbook — Draftable.com
- Electronic comparison of 2017 and 2018 versions of the Outdoor Ethics Guide Handbook — Draftable.com
- Outdoor Ethics Guide Handbook Foreword (web pages) — Scouting.org
- Outdoor Ethics — Scouting.org
- Outdoor Ethics - Boy Scouts of America — outdoorethics-bsa.org
- Outdoor ethics guide, a troop-level position of responsibility, gets its own handbook - A September 28, 2017 Bryan on Scouting blog posting — ScoutingMagazine.org
- The Conservation Handbook (BSA), SKU: 622557 — ScoutShop.org


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CANBERRA (Reuters Life!) - Ever wanted to know the secret to writing a good novel? Peruvian-American novelist Daniel Alarcon set out to find the answer but ended up finding that the secret is that there really is no secret.
Alarcon, who has one novel and two books of stories to his name, interviewed 54 novelists, asking questions such as what do you look for in a novel, how much do you know about the plot before you start, and what makes characters compelling.
The result was "The Secret Miracle: The Novelist's Handbook," released this month, with insights from authors such as Roddy Doyle, Mario Vargas Llosa, Rick Moody, Haruki Murakami, and George Pelecanos, Gary Shteyngart, and Colm Toibin.
The answers varied from Stephen King's distinction between novels and short stories — "Novels are longer and have more shit in them" — to Toibin's take on his characters — "They are just words."
Alarcon spoke to Reuters about the book and his writing:
Q: How did the book come about?
A: "I was asked to edit the book and I jumped at the chance to talk to all these amazing novelists. I wanted to make sure the list was very international. I am in the middle of writing my second novel (his first "Lost City Radio" came out in 2007) and you get these incredible responses from this diverse and talented group of writers. Writing a novel is a struggle and it is nice to get advice."
Q: What did you find most surprising in their replies?
A: "The surprising thing was also the most comforting, and that is that there is no one way to write a novel. Everyone had a different approach and a different idea about what a novel is. It is just a unique process. That was what I liked hearing, that these different authors gave me entirely contradictory answers."
Q: Did you find anything in common with them all?
A: "One thing I found most exciting is how much everyone reads. I teach from time to time and I impress this on my students, the importance of reading before you write. Real novelists are reading voraciously and constantly and without pause. It does make me think that in some way writers are just very active readers."
Q: Did all the novelists know they wanted to write from the outset?
A: "No, there were different responses. Rabih Alameddine, a Lebanese-American writer, started as a painter and transitioned from a visual language into a literary language. Alaa al Aswani, the Egyptian writer, began as a dentist. His is an incredible story. He told me that when he was getting started he was working six days a week as a dentist and writing two hours in the morning which shows his commitment."
Q: What did you personally take away from this?
A: "An important lesson for me as a male writer was hearing women writers about the gender difference. A male writer would list distractions as football, DVDs or the baseball score but for women writers it was their family and children. The demands on women writers are different from the demands on men. For me as a young writer without kids it was important to think about."
Q: Did you find any secret to writing novels?
A: "If there is a secret to writing books it is that there is no secret. We have to construct ways to talk about writing but there are no lessons here that can directly apply. When I sit down to write I still don't know what is happening. If I sat and tried to apply what Roddy Doyle or Amy Tan said, I wouldn't know how to do that. As writers we just do what we do."
Q: You teach a bit but otherwise do you write full-time now?
A: "Pretty much. I write and do some journalism and translations. I also DJ for parties. A lot of writers are passionate about music and play in bands so I found that is not that unusual. There is an important conversation across the arts with all the technology now that needs to happen."
Q: What can people expect from your second novel?
A: "Something very different from "Lost City Radio." My second book of stories in a sense had to do with politics in Latin America, but I found politics is a bit of a depressing thing to write about. I am sort of obsessed by politics ... although I am not sure how much it benefits my life so I am writing a different kind of book."
Reporting by Belinda Goldsmith, Editing by Miral Fahmy


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Altoona, Iowa, United States / August 16, 2006
Maximus Garcia rode a motorcycle in a metal sphere known as The Globe of Death[] when he was four years, six months, and 28 days old.
Maximus is a 7th-generation Garcia circus performer/daredevil. He travels eleven months out of the year, performing in The Globe of Death all around the world.
- must wear helmet while on motorcycle
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Pannel Valley NR3rd September 2007, Monday
A quiet day for nocturnal migrant passerines in the valley – strangely it always seems we record our biggest numbers after clear nights – presumably the cloud cover to the north deters birds from moving this far overland, unlike Dungeness or the north Kent coast where cloud cover can confuse migrants and lead to 'falls'.
During the morning the Osprey was back (or was it another??), while two Marsh Harriers quartered the reedbeds, and, in the absence of any hirundines for breakfast, the local Sparrowhawk and Hobby decided to chase each other around the site instead.
Wader numbers on the Scrape and Flood continue to increase, and seven Little Egrets were roosting by the Flood. Duck numbers are a little lower than of late, perhaps due to a small amount of disturbance on the Levels over the weekend at the start of the shooting season, but the eclipse Garganey is still around.
Two 'Greenland-type' Wheatears were apparent today, big, bold and brash, and several Yellow Wagtails and Tree Pipits passed down the valley.


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VMware'sVMMark Benchmark: Number One Position for UCS on Intel Xeon for 8 Core 2 Socket Systems
The importance of reviewing data for Virtualization
by Harris Sussman, Cisco Data Center Solutions – Unified Computing System
When buying a car, you have a choice to do research, ranging from perusing the mfg's brochure, Consumer Report or actually driving a vehicle. Choosing a server vendor is similar, in that an IT Mgr. needs to assure the server meets the criteria for their business objectives.
For most IT buyers, purchasing decisions are not trivial, and each organization applies their own philosophies. As IT staffs embark on new virtualization projects, the aim is to reduce cost, increase business agility, and reduce complexity. There are a plethora of tools and industry benchmarks available, but when it comes to virtualized environments, it's critical organizations get this decision right.
While most Hypervisor vendors have adequate benchmarks for their respective products, VMware's VMmark is still perceived as the gold standard, The which combines 6 of the most common DC workloads running within a unit of work referred to as a tile. This methodology is still the most sought after.
VMware's VMMark benchmark is one of the most active benchmark sites where vendors are constantly trying to improve their results. Just recently, Cisco published their latest UCS results http://www.vmware.com/products/vmmark/results.html to regain the number one position using the latest Intel Xeon processor for 8 core 2 socket systems. While bragging rights are important for the vendor, customers rely in this info for buying decisions.
Performance benchmarks are an important data point, but in the absence of a standard virtualization benchmark businesses must do the due diligence necessary to ensure they choose the right Hypervisor. Chris Wolf, A Burton Group analyst posted a nice blog about the need for SPECvirt now http://www.chriswolf.com/?p=303.
To learn more about the UCS family visit here – More benchmarks on UCS
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I just love the memory extenders on the UCS blades, that really makes the difference in vmware use cases.
With reepst to CPU performance, my point was that VMmark isn't CPU bound on current gen Nehalem chips, otherwise there would be significant gap between results on 2.93GHz and on 3.3GHz. Since there isn't I'm guessing that we are hitting memory bandwidth or I/O bottlenecks at the moment.
Nik:I guess we will just have to agree to disagree on this one. Intel has said they would not support the 5590 in server applications, so it more than just marketing positioning on Intel's part, so we felt it was reasonable to exclude it based on my earlier comment. That being said, you point about VMmark perhaps being CPU bound is a fair assessment. Folk that follow this blog know what a big fan of synthetic testing I am.Regards,Omar
But it's not a technical issue, it's down to Intel thinking that a processor with such a high TDP isn't suitable for server applications. If you have a server chassis with the power and cooling budget to support it's a perfectly valid choice. The main issue I have here is that you had a perfectly good story without arbitrarily redefining who qualified to be part of the benchmark.If you're interested, you can see my thoughts on this over at http://dcsblog.burtongroup.com/data_center_strategies/
Nik:The W5580 is not certified by Intel for server operating environments–see the note on this page: http://www.intel.com:80/cd/channel/reseller/asmo-na/eng/products/server/processors/5500/feature/index.htm. Hence, we felt it was reasonable to exclude it. I am guessing most folks would not want to take the chance, given as you note, the potential performance gain is minimal.Omar
I'm sorry, but using the W5580 version of the Xeon doesn't make the Fujitsu result in anyway ineligible. The W5590 has exactly the same feature set in terms of support for things like ECC memory. The only difference is the higher clock speed and thermal envelope. You can make an arguement that the Cisco box is more power efficient given that it delivers almost the same performance. But the claim made here is that this is the fastest server result, and the Fujitsu RX 300 is most definitely a server, just take a look at it…http://ts.fujitsu.com/products/standard_servers/rack/primergy_rx300s5.html
Harris:Good post–its useful to note that, a year ago, the top benchmark score was 11.28, so we have seen the top benchmark more than double in a little over a year.Omar
Nik:The Fujitsu system is based on the W5580 workstation CPU which is not supported for servers.Regards,Omar
Hmmm, I just checked, and the highest 2-socket 8core result is for Fujitsu RX 300 S5 with a result of 25.16@17 tiles compared to the Cisco result of 25.06@17, am I missing something?


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These shots are way too good not to share.
Ubud Hanging Gardens is an Orient-Express property in Bali that takes hanging to an entire new level. The curved infinity-edge pool is set on two levels, perched over the rain forest and surrounded by lounge chairs for soaking up what looks like must be some pretty incredible views of the Balinese jungle. I believe there are rope ladders leading into and out of the pool.
As if that weren't enough, when you get tired of the main infinity pool, all rooms and suites have their own individual horizon-edge pool as well. That's a whole lot of infinity, right?
Rooms start around $450 per night and go up to twice that, and the whole place is pretty over-the-top luxurious. The rate includes extras like breakfasts, a massage, the use of mountain bikes, yoga classes, guided hikes. It's Bali. You're going to be relaxed and spoiled while enjoying the scenery.
While the resort says kids are welcome, I don't know how anyone would be able to relax with little ones hanging over that infinity edge. I know an 11-year-old boy who would probably require physical restraints to keep him from trying to jump from that top pool down to the bottom.
When it comes to personal travel, I usually book on my own. But if I were going to do something like this, I'd probably want to use a travel agent. Drop me an email if you need a recommendation. Cannonball @ hotelswimmingpools.com We know some good ones.


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The latest in a series of practice profiles looking at architects who have recently decided to go it alone, either through choice or redundancy
David Tigg Architects, London W10
Founded: Early 2009
Main people: There are currently four of us, with two directors, David Tigg and Rachel Coll
Where have you come from? David was at Wilkinson Eyre then had brief stints at Foreign Office and Marks Barfield. Rachel joined after five years at Project Orange where she worked on projects such as the Whitechapel Gallery Dining Rooms.
What work do you have? Our biggest is a development in south west London where we are looking at up-cycling a 1980s mixed-use block to provide luxury apartments and commercial space. We would like to get into more of this type of work and most importantly keep things quite varied – we are very excited at the moment as we have been talking to new clients about a potential new theatre and restaurant project in London and a new contemporary villa in Libya – which would be fantastic opportunities – so watch this space.
What are your ambitions? We've doubled to four staff over the last year and hope to continue to grow steadily – economy permitting. Until now
we have been concentrating on setting up the business, but one of our goals for the next year is to fit in a few competitions/collaborations to get our name and ideas out there.
How optimistic are you? We have been very fortunate and recognise that we set up in not the easiest of economic situations but have tried to take things steadily building up finances as well as a profile in order to plan and manage our growth. We are optimistic for next year but are treading carefully.
Our biggest asset is our youth and freshness. Our clients like our energy, enthusiasm and new ideas, and our size permits attention to detail you may not get with a larger firm. This, combined with our high quality experience, has helped us to grow in what are considered to be very tough times for architects.
Contact: www.davidtiggarchitects.com
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Escalade Ext 2017 Preview And News
Escalade Ext 2017. Just a few years ago, such a successful idea was not a combination of elegant exterior design, elegant interior design and a range of features available as a truck. Proof of this is more than a few models of this type leaving production lines. One was the Cadillac Escalade XT, a two-generation pickup that ended in 2013. However, the increasing popularity of pickup trucks has also been reflected in an increased demand for luxury truck versions. This is why some sources claim that Cadillac is revisiting the idea of redefining this dashboard as the Cadillac Escalade EXT 2017.
Although the company did not say a single word about re-submission of this form, rumors have spread since its suspension. However, the high popularity of trucks and the stable price of oil make good assumptions for new models and the return of old nameplates. Many brands have announced for the first time in the group category, this may be a good opportunity for Cadillac. According to some reports, the new Cadillac Escalade EXT 2017 will mimic the design of the new generation Escalade SUV, which has been redesigned in 2015. It should also have similar levels of race equipment and equipment.
In this context, the front end of the truck must include a large grille-shaped grille that is treated with chrome. The new LED-based headlamps will provide LED DRL valves that extend to the fenders area, but they also invade the ground of the front fenders. The inlaid frame will include a well-sculpted hood and swollen protective mugs, and the attractive wheel wheels will be completed. The model should only come in the crew compartment model.
The interior of this model should be one of the finest types of trucking. We expect an attractive and well-decorated cabin, with a well-defined panel and leather furniture from the base. The model will become more luxurious with each new cut. There will be more luxury leather upholstery, natural wood accents, contrast stitching, and so on.
We expect Cadillac to offer the latest COO system for entertainment and entertainment, navigation, excellent sound system, compatibility with modern applications, etc. Standard features remain, we must have three climate control zones, adjustable pedals, heated steering wheel, electrically adjustable seats that can be heated and cooled, driver memory configuration, heated back seats, etc. The model will also receive good safety support through a series of advanced means that can be compared to passenger cars.
When it comes to the movement range of the Cadillac Escalade EXT 2017, the rumors follow the same link with its style. They suggest that this model should get the power of the engine that is under the hood of the Escalade SUV. The powerful 6.2-liter V-8 engine uses direct injection and disc-blocking technology that promises a better economy of fuel economy. It has a power capacity of 420 hp and 460 lb/ft of torque. This should be more than enough to push this truck on the road smoothly, but also to provide a large towing capacity.
The model should also use an 8-speed automatic transmission and a full-time 4WD system with a differential lock. Still, rely on unofficial reports, we can tell you that the 2017 Cadillac Escalade EXT must arrive in early 2017. Regarding its price, the indicator should be below $ 70,000.


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LOS ANGELES — Some California medical marijuana users are getting a tax break.
State officials announced Thursday that certain purchases of medical cannabis are now exempt from sales taxes, under the law approved by voters this month that legalized recreational pot in California.
Under the new law known as Proposition 64, a 15 percent excise tax will be imposed in January 2018 upon purchasers of all marijuana and marijuana products, including medical cannabis. A tax on cultivators will also be imposed.
Until then, the tax holiday goes to people who make purchases with a medical marijuana identification card from the California Department of Public Health.
That's a relatively small group in a state of 39 million people. According to government data, California issued about 6,700 of the identification cards in the year than ended in June. However, that number doesn't capture the entire universe of cardholders. The state has issued 2,200 cards since that time, but many could be renewals.
The tax-collecting Board of Equalization said in a statement that buyers with a paper recommendation from a physician do not qualify for the tax break.
The financial hit on the state was not immediately clear.
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Rihanna Is Bored With Party Lifestyle, Hasn't Had Sex in Forevs
Closing time for Rihanna! The singer has admitted she has "become a square" and is bored with the party lifestyle and hasn't had sex in forevs. Clearly, RiRi is in a revelatory mode. #TMI.
The Mirror reports that the 'Stay' songstress thinks the club scene is "boring" and that she doesn't like raging since it's hard on her feet. No, really!
"I hate partying," said the pop diva who posts Instagram photos of her party exploits like it's her job. "I don't know if it's my heels – I don't like standing up in my heels for hours. I don't know if it's that, but I've been so bored of it." Ri, grab some bottle service and a seat. You can afford VIP treatment in da club.
Rihanna also intimated that her life is sexless. "I am such a bootleg rock star," the singer bemoaned. "I do nothing, literally. I'm embarrassed to say that actually. That's so disgusting. That's f—king pathetic. I tell you, I'm a bit of a square recently. Don't feel bad for me, I'm good."
She did qualify her statement by saying that since she works hard, she is allowed the chance to play equally as hard. "So you'll catch me celebrating every once in a while, because I work hard," Rihanna said. We'll give her that. The girl releases albums like every year – although a 2013 album release remains in question. We will dispute that "every once in a while" thing, though. She parties ALL the time! Or maybe it's partied... past tense.
Rihanna also told Ellen in 2011 that she hadn't had any bedroom action for quite some time. She goes through bouts without boys. Maybe it's time to reunite with Breezy? Did we just say that out loud?
That's it – we declare Rihanna a secondary virgin!


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Money Talk with Jack Bevilacqua
John (Jack) Bevilacqua's local cable show was launched in February 2004. The show is taped in Danvers, Massachusetts, and is a community education production. The purpose of the program is to provide education and information about issues that affect all aspects of personal finance. It is produced and directed by Jack, his staff, and local volunteers.
Money Talk is currently aired in 46 towns and cities in Massachusetts and New Hampshire. It is a half-hour show. There is no advertising of any kind on the show.
Some of our most recent shows have been about how to avoid identity theft, creating special needs trusts, maximizing college financial aid, required minimum distributions (RMD's), reverse mortgages, and raising money-savvy kids.
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A look back – Wilmington album releases 2016, part 1
Part 1 of all the albums released by local musicians in 2016.… Read More »
Part 1 of all the albums released by local musicians in 2016.… Read More »
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Friday night is busy with live music choices this week.… Read More »
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New band debuts new music this Saturday.… Read More »
Catch up on what bands and performers are working on.… Read More »
Below is more of my conversation with Jason Ward, drummer and one of the vocalists for progressive hard rock and heavy metal band Irata from Greensboro. The trio returns to Wilmington this Saturday to perform at Reggie's with local bands Waul and Lionized. You can read my article on Irata here and stream the band's new album "Sweet Loris" at Bandcamp. Forming in 2007, the band has evolved over the years, all the while remaining a tight playing, powerful band… Read More »
Hefty week of music with big names, but the real gold is in lesser known acts playing around town.… Read More »
Citing work and family life pulling band members in different directions, local heavy/experimental rock band Mazlow have called it quits. The band ( Josh Ausband – Vocals, Royal Hooper – Guitar, Chris Stellaccio – Bass, Justin Clark – Drums) released two EP's of music. "I think the band had just run its course," drummer Justin Clark said. "We ended on a positive by recording a few new songs this summer." Those songs were the EP "Palm Reader" released a few… Read More »


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- Good understanding of authoring mark-up and ES6 JavaScript for Firefox
- Understanding of server-side CSS pre-processing using SASS/SCSS
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- Proficient understanding of Linux and git
- Some knowledge of python desirable
- Qualified to degree level in computer science or in an engineering discipline
- Good organization and communication skills
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Recommended Practices for School-Based Psychotherapists Part I
Recommended Practices for School-Based Psychotherapists Part II
Recommended Practices for School-Based Psychotherapists Part III
Releasing Records in the Age of Adolescent Consent
Reporting Consensual Sexual Activity Involving Minors
Requirements for Grandparented Licensure as LPCCs
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Responding To A Subpoena
Responses to Vignette Article Law and Ethics of the Therapy Practice: Two Vignettes to Consider
Requirements for Child Custody Evaluators
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Rethinking Private Practice Internships
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Scrutiny of the Health Care Plans
Selecting and Forming the Right Private Practice Entity
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Friday Photos
If it's Friday, that means we are sharing our reader's best Royal Caribbean photos in this week's Friday Photos showcase. As always, we want to include as many of our readers photos as we can, so be sure to send us your best Royal Caribbean photos too!
We begin with a photo by Michael Bonham of Allure of the Seas docked next to Liberty of the Seas in Cozumel. It is always fun when two giant ships meet like this.
Here is a photo of the Amalfi Coast of Italy, by D J Ep. I do not believe European ports get enough credit for being as photogenic as they are.
Next is Independence of the Seas leaving Southampton by David Donnelly. Also included in this photo is a gratuitous amount of lens flare, which will make JJ Abrams smile somewhere.
Here is a night photo of Navigator of the Seas as she is about to depart Lisbon, Portugal by 2boomerstravel. I will never tire of how Royal Caribbean ships look at night when all the lights are turned on.
We have another night photo, this one of Freedom of the Seas in San Juan, Puerto Rico, by Alice Hoey. Freedom of the Seas stopped here because of Hurricane Matthew, and I relish any opportunity to visit Old San Juan.
Jose San Martin shared this photo of enjoying a moment of peace aboard Navigator of the Seas. Jose noted, "Voyage after voyage, it never gets old." Well said!
Our last photo this week is by Mark Greenwald and it is of him and his favorite bartender on Grandeur of the Seas, Alex. Mark met Alex on Navigator of the Seas in 2009 and ran into each other again on Grandeur and instantly remembered each other.
Do you have Royal Caribbean photos that you want to share? We'd love to feature them so send them in by using our nifty submission form and maybe your photos will show up in next week's edition!


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"It's my goal to practice a healthy lifestyle through good nutrition, exercise, a healthy environment, and continued spiritual growth. I strive to help clients with their health concerns by addressing what works for them. Life is a journey, and we need to have heart in our path." —Michelle Wohlfarth, HLK Founder
Founder of The Healthy Living Kitchen, Michelle Wohlfarth is a Holistic Health Educator and Certified Integrative Nutrition Coach. She created The Healthy Living Kitchen in 2005 to follow her passion for cooking wholesome food, caring for the earth, and keeping all things in their natural order. Her mantra is, "eating healthy is easy," and her mission is to live joyfully and to assist others in achieving the life they desire, one small step at a time.
She earned Certification in Food Therapy in 2011 from The Natural Gourmet Institute for Health and Culinary Arts in New York City, where she studied under the Institute's founder, Annemarie Colbin, Ph.D. Her certification complements credentials as a Holistic Health Coach from the Institute for Integrative Nutrition in New York in 2004, and her completion of the Master Chef Series under Chef Peter Berley, at the Natural Gourmet Institute in 2009. Michelle's objective is to use food therapies in a way that supports a whole health practice and offers clients practical ways to make changes that favor health and well-being.
The study of Plant Science and French as an undergraduate at The University of New Hampshire led Michelle on the path to study culinary and medicinal herbs. After 15 years of practicing on her family, she pursued a Certificate in Herbal Studies in 2003 from Mt. Nittany Institute in State College, PA. She continues to apply her knowledge of herbs in cooking, and in healing the body, mind, and spirit, as well as integrating her knowledge of healing with whole foods.
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Find below the newsletter archive for Mercy Mail 'Connecting us'.
This is a brand new family newsletter that is published monthly to ensure families continue to be connected with Mercy Connect and see what is happening at our organisation.
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Thursday, May 1, 2014
The Paper Players Sketch #193
Hope you are all well and enjoying the Spring time. Just the other day my DH told me that he had seen swallows which is a sure sign that the season is well under way... but I hadn't seen one yet. So I prayed that I would see a swallow and what happened - one flew just in front of my window! Ah - how God can answer the simplest of prayers, which means He can handle the big problems too! Our son is currently in and out of Hospital with a disease in his intestines, called Ulcerative colitis which can be active or inactive. It is very active at the moment and very painful. He is in a Hospital in Montpellier because our local hospital was not specialized enough to diagnose the exact medication. We are praying for his healing. He does love the Lord which helps him have a good focus.
So this is the sketch I have followed:
It can be found on The Paper Players blog here. It reflects my little swallow that flew in front of my window and the beautiful Spring season I am enjoying so much. Nature is just beautiful because God created it!
Here is my card, which is made with patterned papers and three little sequins in the left hand corner which Betty, my blog friend sent me. The swallow is a free download from the Graphics Fairy.
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Hello Jacqueline,ReplyDelete
Sorry to hear about your Sons illness. I will say a prayer for him. It sounds painful.
A fun layout and your card is beautiful. Love the papers you used and the sequins add a soft touch to the card.
I enjoy the birds in my garden and I get so see them play in and around my potted containers.
Take care and have a wonderful day.
Bobbie Lynn
What a lovely card, Jacqueline! Beautiful take on the sketch!ReplyDelete
Sending prayers for your son's speedy recovery and sending hugs for you! ♥
Yet one more fantastic card from you. As you I love birds and the swallowreaslly show life. Good to know, that we always can pray and that our God will hear us.ReplyDelete
Your card is so pretty my friend. I love your take on the sketch.ReplyDelete
I will keep your son and you in my prayers.
Beautiful card, Jacqueline!ReplyDelete
A beautiful card Jacqueline!ReplyDelete
Wishing your son a speedy recovery!!
Gorgeous Jacqueline!ReplyDelete
another lovely card as yours always are - totally forgot i had sent you the sequins. i have a robin building a nest on my deck - every year they come back and every year some larger critter gets the eggs or the babies. hope your son's health improves and will keep him in my prayers. hugs.ReplyDelete
Jacqueline, so happy that you played with us this week...I love the soft vintage look of this....is your swallow from the Graphics Fairy? I love the realistic look of him! I hope your son is feeling better soon! God bless!ReplyDelete
A beautiful vintage looking card Jacqueline. Great take on the sketch and your swallow is perfect on the card.ReplyDelete
So sorry about your son ... I know how debilitating that can be. Your card though is absolutely wonderful!ReplyDelete
so sorry to hear about your sons illness, may God give him relief from this!ReplyDelete
Lovely card
A gorgeous card! I love the soft colors, and the beautiful swallow...Thanks for playing with The Paper Players!ReplyDelete
Very pretty card...Praying for a speedy recovery for your son.ReplyDelete
Jaqueline, this is so ft, pretty and shabby chic! I love the colors and the mix of patterns. Thanks so much for joining us this week at the Paper Players! :)ReplyDelete
Also, I am sending thoughts and prayers for your son. Hugs!ReplyDelete
A beautiful card Jacqueline. Love the dove and Victorian background. I will also pray for a speedy recovery and complete healing.ReplyDelete
Hi Jacqueline, so sorry to hear about your son's illness, I do so hope that he has recovered the past couple of days or that at least he's feeling much better now.ReplyDelete
Your swallow card is so sweet, wonderfully combined. Take care, Ira
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Big hugs and prayers coming your way for your son's healing Jacqueline:-)ReplyDelete
Your card is so sweet, love the subtle colors and that swallow just makes me happy!!!
Sorry that I have not been around to appreciate your beautiful work Jacqueline, but your blog is always one I love to come back to. Also terribly sorry to hear about your son, praying for a quick recovery.ReplyDelete
I love that you were inspired by that little swallow! It's good that we can appreciate the small things. Hugs, Brenda


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The October 13 update enabled Riki (formerly known as Rikimaru) to the DOTA 2 Hero pool. Valve has modified Riki's name a bit to avoid legal issues rest the whole concept remains the same. However, the new Rikimaru model a looks big as compared to Stealth Assassin from DotA 1. Check it out by yourself!
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COVINA, Calif. – Family and friends of one of the victims of last week's California mass shooting are expected to gather for an outdoor funeral service Thursday afternoon. Yvette Velasco was a San Bernardino County environmental health specialist.
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Ron Martinez
Invention Arts, Aerio
Ron heads up the product design and consulting firm Invention Arts, creator of Aerio, now an Ingram Content Group company. He's a prolific inventor with more than sixty issued patents in the fields of media, mobile, commerce, and social technologies. Previously, Ron served as Vice President, Intellectual Property Innovation for Yahoo! Inc. in a global role managing both strategic patent development and content IP strategy and operations. Prior to Yahoo! Ron enjoyed a long career designing and building dozens of consumer software products, including interactive fiction, massively multiplayer games, and digital object commerce systems. Early in his career, in his native New York City, he was a writer of fiction, young adult pathway books, and comics.


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So I'm sure a lot of people have watched movies like shutter island and inception. Confusing hey? Many didn't enjoy it (mostly 'cause they didn't understand it) but those who did I suggest you gives these movies a look at
They really make you think and were a good watch in my opinion.
Dom Cobb is a skilled thief, the absolute best in the dangerous art of extraction, stealing valuable secrets from deep within the subconscious during the dream state, when the mind is at its most vulnerable. Cobb's rare ability has made him a coveted player in this treacherous new world of corporate espionage, but it has also made him an international fugitive and cost him everything he has ever loved. Now Cobb is being offered a chance at redemption. One last job could give him his life back but only if he can accomplish the impossible-inception. Instead of the perfect heist, Cobb and his team of specialists have to pull off the reverse: their task is not to steal an idea but to plant one. If they succeed, it could be the perfect crime. But no amount of careful planning or expertise can prepare the team for the dangerous enemy that seems to predict their every move. An enemy that only Cobb could have seen coming. Written by Warner Bros. Pictures
Shutter Island
It's 1954, and up-and-coming U.S. marshal Teddy Daniels is assigned to investigate the disappearance of a patient from Boston's Shutter Island Ashecliffe Hospital. He's been pushing for an assignment on the island for personal reasons, but before long he wonders whether he hasn't been brought there as part of a twisted plot by hospital doctors whose radical treatments range from unethical to illegal to downright sinister. Teddy's shrewd investigating skills soon provide a promising lead, but the hospital refuses him access to records he suspects would break the case wide open. As a hurricane cuts off communication with the mainland, more dangerous criminals "escape" in the confusion, and the puzzling, improbable clues multiply, Teddy begins to doubt everything - his memory, his partner, even his own sanity.
When Jess sets sail on a yacht with a group of friends, she cannot shake the feeling that there is something wrong. Her suspicions are realized when the yacht hits a storm and the group is forced to board a passing ocean liner to get to safety, a ship Jess is convinced she's been on before. The ship appears deserted, the clock on board has stopped, but they are not alone... Someone is intent on hunting them down, one by one. And Jess unknowingly holds the key to end the terror.
Memento chronicles two separate stories of Leonard, an ex-insurance investigator who can no longer build new memories, as he attempts to find the murderer of his wife, which is the last thing he remembers. One story line moves forward in time while the other tells the story backwards revealing more each time.
The Prestige
In the end of the Nineteenth Century, in London, Robert Angier, his beloved wife Julia McCullough and Alfred Borden are friends and assistants of a magician. When Julia accidentally dies during a performance, Robert blames Alfred for her death and they become enemies. Both become famous and rival magicians, sabotaging the performance of the other on the stage. When Alfred performs a successful trick, Robert becomes obsessed trying to disclose the secret of his competitor with tragic consequences.
This movie started of slow for me...To be honest it still confuses me and I don't regard myself as being "slow".
At night and on weekends, four men in a suburban garage have built a cottage industry of error-checking devices. But, they know that there is something more. There is some idea, some mechanism, some accidental side effect that is standing between them and a pure leap of innovation. And so, through trial and error they are building the device that is missing most. However, two of these men find the device and immediately realize that it is too valuable to market. The limit of their trust in each other is strained when they are faced with the question, If you always want what you can't have, what do you want when you can have anything?
Donnie Darko
Donnie Darko doesn't get along too well with his family, his teachers and his classmates; but he does manage to find a sympathetic friend in Gretchen, who agrees to date him. He has a compassionate psychiatrist, who discovers hypnosis is the means to unlock hidden secrets. His other companion may not be a true ally. Donnie has a friend named Frank - a large bunny which only Donnie can see. When an engine falls off a plane and destroys his bedroom, Donnie is not there. Both the event, and Donnie's escape, seem to have been caused by supernatural events. Donnie's mental illness, if such it is, may never allow him to find out for sure.
Twelve Monkeys
An unknown and lethal virus has wiped out five billion people in 1996. Only 1% of the population has survived by the year 2035, and is forced to live underground. A convict (James Cole) reluctantly volunteers to be sent back in time to 1996 to gather information about the origin of the epidemic (who he's told was spread by a mysterious "Army of the Twelve Monkeys") and locate the virus before it mutates so that scientists can study it. Unfortunately Cole is mistakenly sent to 1990, six years earlier than expected, and is arrested and locked up in a mental institution, where he meets Dr. Kathryn Railly, a psychiatrist, and Jeffrey Goines, the insane son of a famous scientist and virus expert.
These are just a few If you like these kinda movies let me know and I can continue this post =D


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Khughfudz (world)
From Traveller Wiki - Science-Fiction Adventure in the Far future
|Khughfudz/Theton (Vland 3003)
|Classic Era (1115)
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|System Details
|Planetoid Belts
|Gas Giants
Jump map from Travellermap.com [1]
Khughfudz is a nonindustrial world, that requires extensive imports of outside technology to maintain a modern, star-faring society.
- In a technological universe, societies without industrial capability generally suffer as nearly all manufactured and high tech goods must be brought in at significant cost.
- As a nonindustrial world, it requires extensive imports of outside technology to maintain a modern, star-faring society. The need to import most manufactured and high technology goods drives the price of these goods up in the open market.
- It is a Non-Aligned world dominated by Vargr sophonts located in the Theton Subsector of Vland Sector.
- This world hosts a Vargr Corsair Base.
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- MegaTraveller Alien - Vilani & Vargr in Article: "Vland"
- Periodical: MegaTraveller Travellers' Digest No. 4 in Articles: "The Gold of Zurrian" & "The Vland Sector"
- Marc Miller's Traveller T4 First Survey
- ↑ "Jump Map API" and map location from Travellermap.com


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São Paulo is the largest city in Brazil, situated just outside of the tropics and roughly an hour away from the Atlantic Ocean. It's the economic powerhouse of the nation but it is also home to an enticing array of cultural highlights. The city is the capital of its namesake state of São Paulo and the metropolitan area has a population of around 18 million inhabitants. Read more about learning Portuguese in Sao Paulo »
Sao Paulo Portuguese School
Averaging between just 15-25 students, the Portuguese school in São Paulo has six classrooms and a break area equipped with free Wi-Fi and computers as well a TV/DVD player. There is also access to telephone and fax services. Drinks and snacks can be purchased at one of the many stands nearby, and lunch can be bought at any one of the numerous restaurants. Read more about our Portuguese School in Sao Paulo »
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Upon arrival for Portuguese lessons in São Paulo, students will take a placement test to determine their level of Portuguese language fluency. Group classes for intermediate level students can begin on any Monday throughout the year. Portuguese courses in São Paulo are held 5 days a week, Monday through Friday, in the morning or afternoon. With our group lessons, there is a maximum of 6 students per class to assure a quality learning experience. Read more about our Portuguese Courses in Sao Paulo »


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Research published in The British Medical Journal examines effectiveness of mammograms vs. breast exams
LEBANON, Pa. – A recent study published in The British Medical Journal casts doubt on the effectiveness and necessity of yearly mammograms for women of any age. Researchers conducting the Canadian National Breast Screening Study say they compared the mortality of women who received mammograms with the mortality of women who received breast exams alone. According to their findings printed this week in the New York Times, the women who received mammograms had no advantage in detecting breast cancer over those who had breast exams.
The findings are a concern for many, including PA Breast Cancer Coalition (PBCC) President and Founder Pat Halpin-Murphy. "We know mammograms can save lives. The PA Breast Cancer Coalition interacts with women on a daily basis who have been diagnosed with breast cancer during their yearly mammograms," Halpin-Murphy said. "Presently, there is no way to tell which women will be helped by early detection and which women will not. Until a more definitive screening method is available, mammograms are the best screening tool we currently have."
The American Cancer Society screening guidelines recommend yearly mammograms for women starting at age 40 and continuing for as long as a woman is in good health. Clinical breast exams are recommended every 3 years for women in their 20s and 30s and every year for women 40 and over.
As quoted in the New York Times, the American Cancer Society has formed an expert panel which will consider all studies of mammography, including this latest study. The panel will then issue revised guidelines later this year. According to Dr. Richard C. Wender, chief of cancer control for the society, clinical trial data shows mammography reduces the death rate from breast cancer by at least 15 percent for women in their 40s and by at least 20 percent in older women.
To read the New York Times article, follow this link: http://www.nytimes.com/2014/02/12/health/study-adds-new-doubts-about-value-of-mammograms.html?hpw&rref=health&_r=0
To read the complete Canadian National Breast Screening Study, follow this link: http://press.psprings.co.uk/bmj/february/breastscreening.pdf
About the PA Breast Cancer Coalition
The PBCC represents, supports and serves breast cancer survivors and their families in Pennsylvania through educational programming, legislative advocacy and breast cancer research grants. The PBCC is a statewide non-profit organization dedicated to finding a cure now…so our daughters won't have to. For more information, please call 800-377-8828 or visit www.PABreastCancer.org.
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Burger, N 2016, 'Liminal spaces, the tacit dimension of the doctoral supervisory relationship', PhD thesis, Southern Cross University, Lismore, NSW.
Copyright N Burger 2016
This investigation addresses the tacit dimension of doctoral supervisory relationships. Using Naturalistic Inquiry (Lincoln & Guba, 1985) as a methodology, the investigation seeks to illuminate the nature of the dispositional qualities that supervisors embody in highly valued supervisory relationships. The experiences of nine doctoral supervisors, selected on the basis of being well regarded as supervisors at the site institution, and of eight of their PhD candidates, are explored in depth. The setting is a research-focused Australian university.
The notion of threshold concepts and liminality provides a lens through which to view the nature of the challenges commonly associated with doctoral candidature. Existential humanism provides a further framework for examining the nature of supervisory relationships that are viewed as being supportive.
Three important insights emerge from the investigation. First, participants reported qualities in the supervisors and supervisory relationships that are highly consistent with the therapeutic approach advanced by existential humanists, particularly by Carl Rogers (1902-1987). Second, well-regarded supervisors embody qualities in their interpersonal communications with candidates that are effective in establishing positive rapport. These qualities are perceived by the candidates to be characterised by respect and, when consistently applied, as providing a strong basis for the establishment of trusting relationships. Third, the ways in which well-regarded supervisors embody these qualities are conveyed by tacit means, and relate to their commitment to collegiality, collaboration and reciprocity.
Previous investigations of effectiveness in doctoral supervision have given insufficient attention to the ways in which supervisors establish rapport in supervisory relationships. This investigation points to tacit ways in which rapport is developed. Based on the investigation, a model for raising the level of emotional support provided by supervisors for doctoral candidates is proposed. Its implications for how supervisors are inducted to the responsibilities of supervision are wide-ranging.


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The 2013 Golf Course Project"Congratulations to Desert Forest on an outstanding renovation project. For many years, Desert Forest has been one of my favorite golf courses, and one I consider among the most interesting in America. As good as it was, the work that the club officials, members and Dave Zinkand have done has made that great golf course even better."
Bill Coore, in a letter to the Desert Forest Board of Directors
The Desert Forest golf course is both living and poetic. It breaths and it grows and it inspires. It is a tame piece of the earth nestled into the wild Sonoran desert. For more than 50 years, that special relationship between lush green turf and native desert fostered a golf challenge unavailable anywhere else. It was, however, inevitable that time and countless rounds; the competition between grass and cactus; the pressures of the modern game, would all take their toll.
The effort to revive the course was first conceived as one confined to the bunkers, often described as "plain vanilla" by both members and guests. Gradually, it became clear more work was needed, and the scope evolved into a tee-to-green rebuilding of the course. A set of guiding principles were developed in keeping with the club's Mission Statement. The work to write the next chapter in the story of Desert Forest was under way.
A short list of Golf Course Architects was assembled and the interviews began. This long and thorough process resulted in the decision to engage David Zinkand; first to create a Master Plan for the golf course and then to lead the process of design and construction. David Zinkand has been a long-time associate of Coore and Crenshaw, one of the world's leading golf course Architecture firms. His experience and considerable talent were complimented by a team of design and technical professionals including Jeff Bradley, Marvin Mills, Troon Golf, and Landscapes Unlimited. Members of the Desert Forest Governing Board of Directors and staff provided daily oversight as the construction project unfolded.
The project was a tee-to-green renaissance of this great American golf course. During the sequence of construction every green complex was rebuilt, every inch of rough was re-grassed, every bunker was altered or removed. More than 2.4 million pounds of bunker sand was delivered and installed, as was 16 million pounds of greens mix. More than one million square feet of rough and fairway surface was converted from Midiron to 328 Bermuda grass. The fundamentals of golf course construction - putting water on the course, and getting water off the course - entailed a substantial amount of new irrigation as well as complex drainage systems beneath every green and bunker. Despite the enormous scope of the project, it was completed on schedule and well under the $3 million budget.
From nearly every perspective the golf course is magnificent. While putting some finishing touches on the work, the Club enjoys an ongoing and rewarding relationship with Architect David Zinkand.
To learn more about David Zinkand click here
Life is good at Desert Forest!
Guiding Principles For The Master Plan:
- Follow the Mission Statement – The course is our #1 priority.
- It will be maintained so as to preserve its original design, historical character and natural surroundings.
- Hire all of the necessary experts and follow their recommendations.
- Provide adequate funding to do it right.
- The greens should be enlarged to recapture their original design.
- The lost contours should be restored.
- The approaches should be modified to recapture original shot values.
- The green complexes should be rebuilt to ensure maintainability and sustainability.
- Adjustments should be made in line with the evolution of the game.
- The Master Plan will be used as a guide to achieve the changes needed to fulfill our Mission Statement.


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