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Our verdict in a workplace assault case./
We just obtained a not-guilty verdict for a physician-client of ours. The physician had emigrated from Albania (where he had been a practicing physician) and was working at a local hospital as a medical technician while trying to get licensed in Ohio, get his U.S. citizenship and to save enough to move his wife to the United States. One particular nurse at the hospital consistently made crude and ethnic insensitive comments to the client, and when the client eventually verbally exploded at the nurse in the break room, the nurse and her close friend claimed that the client slapped her 3 times in the face. A fair and necessary background check of the nurse's employment history revealed that she was less than a credible witness (and employee) . In applying the proper definition of reasonable doubt, the jury rendered a not-guilty verdict. If the client had been found guilty, he would have been almost immediately deported, and he would have lost out on a life-long dream to have his family start a life with him here. He was rather emotional at the verdict.


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'We got ourselves to winning positions against WI and India'
Ireland's slim quarter-final hope in the World Cup might have ended with a 131-run loss to South Africa in Kolkata on Tuesday, but skipper William Porterfield said they would take a lot of positives from the tournament.
The skipper said chasing a mammoth 328 in their three-wicket win over England in Bangalore was the high point of the World Cup for Ireland.
"There's a lot of positive sides (to take back home). The win over England was the highlight. We also bowled and fielded well and got ourselves to winning positions in the matches against the West Indies and India. We will go back with a lot of positives," Porterfield said.
Image: William Porterfield
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'Our batting was a bit reckless'
Ireland's loss to South Africa at the Eden Gardens on Tuesday meant that their slender chances of qualifying to the last-eight stage are over and they will take on the Netherlands in their inconsequential last Group B match in Kolkata on Friday.
Even though he did not pinpoint any one, Porterfield blamed the disappointing batting display for Tuesday's loss.
Images: SA thrash Ireland to reach QFs
"Our batting was a bit reckless. We struggled with the batting. If we had wickets in hand with 20 more overs remaining, we would have a definite chance with the scores reading 140. It was a matter of keeping wickets," he insisted.
"I am really disappointed with the loss especially for the fact that we bowled and fielded well. It's just that our batting did not click. They kept taking wickets and we did not have any chance." he added.
Image: Robin Peterson of South Africa celebrates the wicket of Kevin O'Brien of Ireland
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'Duminy held the SA innings together'
Hailing the effort of South Africa middle-order batsman JP Duminy, who scored a man-of-the-match winning 99, the Irish captain said, "We should give credit to Duminy. All credit goes to him. He played an excellent knock and held on the South African innings together."
Porterfield also said that South Africa and India are the two tough teams in Group B.
"It's hard to say that South Africa are the strongest side in this group. I feel India and South Africa are the strong teams in this group."
Image: JP Duminy with the Man of the Match award
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Build a career as a business intelligence analyst or consultant by learning to develop, analyze and administer corporate data to help businesses and organizations make better decisions.
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Access to corporate information to make business decisions has made database and reporting tools critical for business success. The Business Intelligence (BSN) program will use the Microsoft SQL Server and B.I. toolset to give you the skills you need to develop, administer and analyze corporate data. You will learn industry-standard data management best practices and techniques. Visit www.microsoft.com/bi for more information on this exciting specialization.
You will master the technical aspects of data gathering using SQL Server within a Windows platform. You will also learn to use and manage multiple databases, then apply these skills to develop corporate reports using specific reporting tools. With additional relevant work experience and exam preparation study, you will be prepared to successfully challenge and complete the relevant Microsoft designation.
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Food for Thought: 10 Ways to Annoy Your CrossFit Coach/
Dave H. shared this post from Elevate CrossFit in St. Petersburg, FL listing the DON'Ts of a CrossFit athlete with a couple of us coaches last week. While I got a good chuckle reading them, I also thought they were worth sharing as good etiquette recommendations for our new and older athletes alike.
Chances are, you've annoyed your coach at some point. Whether it's in a CrossFit class or some other group program, every gym has its fair share of people regularly engaging in behavior that is slowly chipping away at your coach's once-pure, positive soul. Use this as a guide of what not to do if you like being on Coach's list of aces. Hopefully, you are fluent in sarcasm.
1. The Gym DJ
Almost every class has a gym DJ. "Play something good," they'll yell. Or, "Are we gonna turn up the music?" Yes. Yes, we'll turn up the music. Have we ever NOT played music loud during a workout? Go DJ, Go DJ…
2. The YouTuber
For some folks, the face-to-face interaction of a coach who knows them well and is familiar with their limitations just doesn't cut it. Sure, Coach has told you to keep those elbows high on a front squat every week for the last year, but it didn't click until you saw a random YouTube video where the guy says to keep your elbows high. Make sure to tell your coach you found an incredibly helpful YouTube video that blew your mind.
3. Late on the First Day
Showing up late on your first day is like a cardinal sin. New folks will already require some heavy hand-holding, but don't make Coach stop the momentum of a class to teach you the entire warm-up in an impromptu 1-on-1 private session to start the class.
4. "Wait, what are we doing?"
Coach has been blabbing about something for the last 5 minutes, somewhere between the warm-up and the main workout for the day. You heard something about how to approach the workout and then your brain drifted to what kind of tacos you'll be ordering after class. Coach bores you by repeating the same words several times, like she's trying to get the point across or something. The 10 second countdown starts for the workout and you realize you have no clue what's happening. What better to do than yell at Coach, "Wait, what are we doing?!"
5. Dropping Empty Barbells
Just don't do it. Just. Don't.
6. Mobility, Schmobility
Sure, Coach gave you some really specific and helpful things to do to finally fix that awful front rack position you have, but that's 5 minutes of your life that you'll never get back. You are way too busy shopping for new knee sleeves, anyways. Plus, having joints that move properly contributes nothing to your quality of life. Skip it!
7. No Log, No Remember
Coach paid the extra monthly cost to have some fancy software system that keeps track of all your weights, times, diet, etc. But hey, you aren't going to the Olympics any time soon, so why log in all that nonsense? Anyways, today we are working some deadlifts at 80% of last week's weight. How are you supposed to remember all this stuff?!
8. Just the Metcon
You trot into the gym at 7pm and Coach is looking at you strange because he knows the last class of the day started 30 minutes ago. Class is about to get briefed on today's conditioning session and you slide into the mix to ask Coach if you can just jump in on the metcon. Sure, who needs a proper warm-up and complimentary mobility + strength work that was carefully crafted to make you a more well-rounded human? Just jump in on the metcon.
9. Play Member-Coach for the Day
You've been on the scene for a whole 2 months, so it's a great time to help Coach out by providing your workout partner some solid cues on their squat technique. Other than the fact that you know nothing about this person's physical abilities, you proceed to relay some inapplicable cues that Coach correctly used for your train wreck of a squat just last week.
10. Nah, It's Not the Weight
Coach politely suggests that you strip the weights off the barbell and work on your technique safely. After all, Coach explains, it only complicates things when you make a complex exercise heavier. You object by explaining to Coach that the weight isn't the reason for your inability to get the bar from hips to shoulder, you just aren't used to the movement. You "got this."


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Governments have completely mishandled risk issues such as BSE, GM foods and mobile telephones. People's reactions to risk depends on their own view of it, not on anything they hear from the government. Trying to make people avoid risk - by wearing seatbelts, for example - can easily backfire as people seek new ways to get back to their normal risk levels.
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The cast of the new project from the channel WGN America replenished person, familiar to our audience. According to TVRage, in the series' Salem play Stephen Lang, best known for the show Terra Nova and the blockbuster" Avatar ". Lang got the role Inkriza Mather, Cotton Mather preacher father (Seth Gable). Both characters are drawn from real people.
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ACCC supports a variety of voice and data services utilizing the campus copper and fiber distribution systems. ACCC technicians install telephone service, data connections and new media.
Requests for service related to phone, data jack, circuit installations, maintenance and repair can be initiated via the requisition form.
Time and Material Charges reflected on billing statements apply to all voice and data wiring installations or changes.
An hourly rate of $55.90 per hour per technician plus material charges will be billed. For new jack installations, costs can vary from $250.00 to $800.00 per jack depending upon the location and complexity of the facility. These charges apply in addition to the appropriate service activation or station rearrangement charges listed in the Voice Services section under Rates and Stipulations.
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GARRICK, B. JOHN Ph.D.
Dr. Garrick is a recognized international authority on the application of the risk sciences to complex technological systems in the nuclear, space, defense, chemical, marine, and transportation fields.
He was appointed by President George W. Bush to the U.S. Nuclear Waste Technical Review Board as Chairman on September 10, 2004 and served two terms ending September 2012. He served for 10 years (1994-2004), 4 years as chair, on the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission's Advisory Committee on Nuclear Waste. His areas of expertise include quantitative risk assessment and nuclear science and engineering. A founder of the firm PLG, Inc., Garrick retired as President, Chairman, and Chief Executive Officer in 1997. Before PLG's acquisition and integration into a new firm, it was an international engineering, applied science, and management consulting firm.
Garrick was elected to the National Academy of Engineering in 1993, the highest honor that can be granted to an engineer; President of the Society for Risk Analysis 1989-90, and recipient of that Society's most prestigious award, the Distinguished Achievement Award in 1994. He has been a member and chair of several National Research Council committees, having served as Vice Chair of the Academies' Board on Radioactive Waste Management and as a member of the Commission on Geosciences, Environment, and Resources. He is Vice Chairman and technical lead of the National Academy of Science's Committee on Lessons Learned from the Fukushima Nuclear Accident for Improving Safety and Security of U.S. Nuclear Plants and was Chairman of the National Academy of Engineer's Committee on Combating Terrorism. Among other National Academy committees he has chaired are the Committee on the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant, the Committee on Technologies for Cleanup of High-Level Waste in Tanks in the DOE Weapons Complex, and the Panel on Risk Assessment Methodologies for Marine Systems. Other Academy committee memberships included space applications, automotive safety, proliferation of nuclear materials, and chemical weapons disposal. He is a member of the first class of lifetime national associates of the National Academies.
Garrick's academic experience includes adjunct professorships at UCLA and Vanderbilt University; short course lecturer at MIT; member of Dean's Advisory Council, UCLA's School of Engineering; member of the Leadership Council, College of Physical and Mathematical Sciences, BYU; and serving on the National Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology as well as a past member of other university advisory committees.
Garrick authored the book "Quantifying and Controlling Catastrophic Risks" published by Academic Press; editor of the book, "The Analysis, Communication, and Perception of Risk" published by Plenum Press; lead author of the handbook "Power Plant Availability Engineering" published by the Electric Power Research Institute; author of several book chapters; and published more than 250 technical papers and reports on risk, reliability, engineering, and technology.
Garrick received his Ph.D. in engineering and applied science from the University of California, Los Angeles, in 1968. His fields of study were neutron transport, applied mathematics, and applied physics. He received an M.S. in nuclear engineering from UCLA in 1962, attended the Oak Ridge School of Reactor Technology in 1954-55, and received a B.S. in physics from Brigham Young University in 1952. He is a fellow of three professional societies: the American Nuclear Society, the Society for Risk Analysis, and the Institute for the Advancement of Engineering. He is a registered professional engineer in California.
+ Selection of Publications
- Garrick B.J., "The Use of Probabilistic Risk Assessment in the Design of High-Hazard Facilities", PE (Professional Engineer) Magazine in the November issue, Volume 36, Number 9, 2014
- Garrick B.J.,"PRA Based Risk Management: History and Perspectives"
- Garrick B.J., "Nuclear Power: Risk Analysis"
- Garrick B.J., Stetkar J.W., Bembia P.J., "Quantitative Risk Assessment of the New York State Operated West Valley Radioactive Waste Disposal Area"
- Garrick B.J., Stetkar J.W., Dykes A.A., Potter T.E., Wampler S.L., "Quantitative Risk Assessment of the State-Licensed Radioactive Waste Disposal Area"
- Garrick B.J., "Roots of Quantitative Risk Assessment"
- Garrick B.J., "Quantifying and Controlling Catastrophic Risks"
- Garrick B.J., "Why Probabilistic Risk Assessment?"
- Garrick B.J., Hall J.E., Kilger M., McDonald J.C., O'Toole T., Probst P.S., Parker E.R., Rosenthal R., Trivelpiece A.W., Van Arsdal L.A., Zebroski E.L., "Confronting the Risks of Terrorism: Making the Right Decisions"
- Garrick B.J., Kaplan S., "A Decision Theory Perspective on the Disposal of High Level Radioactive Waste"
- Garrick B.J., "Lessons Learned from 21 Nuclear Plant Probabilistic Risk Assessments"
- Garrick B.J., "Space Shuttle Probabilistic Risk Assessment, Proof-of-Concept Study, Auxiliary Power Unit and Hydraulic Power Unit Analysis Report", Prepared for the National Aeronautics and Space Administration, Washington, D.C., December 1987.
- Kaplan S., Garrick B.J., Torri A., "The Matrix Method for Handling Model Interfaces - Risk Assembly and Decomposition", American Nuclear Society Transactions, Vol. 44, June 1983.
- Kaplan S., Garrick B.J., "On the Quantitative Definition of Risk"
- Apostolakis G., Kaplan S., Garrick B.J., Duphily R.J., "Data Specialization for Plant Specific Risk Studies"
- Kaplan S., Garrick B.J., "On the Use of a Bayesian Reasoning in Safety and Reliability Decisions - Three Examples"
- Garrick B.J., "Principles of Unified Systems Safety Analysis"


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17 December, 2011
Finding A Voice
My main sticking point is that I am sure the story is crying out to be written in the first person - it is currently in third-person. However, I started writing some chapters from viewpoints other than that of the main character and that really worked too. So now I have to decide whether to write multiple first-person viewpoints, or to write multiple third-person viewpoints, with just the main character's chapters in the first person. I was swaying towards the latter, but the more I think about each of the other characters, the more I can hear their voices telling their own stories. To add to the difficulty, the whole books revolves round secrets and lies, and therefore the narrators are going to have to be unreliable!
So, this was the point I'd got to in my thinking when I decided to read a book in order to take my mind off my own story. I chose 'My Sister's Keeper' by Jodi Picoult... which turns about to be written in multiple first-person viewpoints! In a way this was perfect timing as it showed me that it can be done, but it has also made me feel quite inadequate for the task ahead.
So what do you like to read? Are your favourite books written in third or first person? Multiple viewpoints, or only one? What do you see as the drawbacks and advantages of each technique? And if anyone can tell me about any first-person books with an unreliable narrator, that would be grand!
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Have you read Agatha Christies "murder of roger ackroyd"? Being a christie I can't say much without giving things away, but it has an interesting narrator style. I always enjoy books with multiple view points, so long as all the voices have something interesting to say. I've come across some where only the main character is really exciting and so it can be annoying when the viewpoint changes, though you normally see the point for it as the book continues.ReplyDelete
I have read it, yes. It's one of the few of hers where I can remember what happens, which is encouraging for me!ReplyDelete
That's an interesting point. In my head, my books is going to be mainly one character, with intermittent short chapters as insight into the others. But I'll see... Thanks!
My favourite books are written in first and third person. It depends on the book, the writer and the characters.ReplyDelete
Go with your gut feeling...and keep a backup of the third person just in case.
Hi Chloe. Like you I'm still reeling from the 'NaNo' experience. Having said that, I'm so glad I accepted the challenge. Also like you, I retreated into reading. I got a Kindle for my birthday in early November and never read a word of my seven downloaded books until December.ReplyDelete
I read 'Robinson Crusoe' - which I first read over 40 years ago. Next up and recently finished was 'Lady Chatterley's Lover' - never read before.
I'm a fan of Wilbur Smith, Jeffrey Archer, Lee Child and Chris Ryan. The viewpoint is key to the storytelling no matter who the author is in my opinion.
A good example of alternating viewpoint done to great effect is 'Only Time Will Tell' by Jeffrey Archer. It's his latest and the first in a serial/saga.
Five main characters. One integrated plot. Each main character has an opening chapter in first person which is followed by their version of events over the next few chapters. Superb read. Checking this tale out would be educational with regards to your dilemma but you've got the skill my friend ... go on.
First person; advantage - immediate empathy from readers. Disadvantage - limited view of events.
Third person; advantage - reader is in suspense because things could 'happen' to character. Disadvantage; reader is detached until absorbed.
Multiple viewpoint; advantage - changing scenes maintains reader interest. Disadvantage - technically fraught with difficult decisions.
A well prepared story board would be the key to writing a mixture of viewpoints and I reckon you're up to it my friend. Try a brainstorming session on a sheet of A3 paper.
I'd go along with Martin's comment too ... try different methods, but keep a back-up.
Thanks Tom! I have been planning to map it all out on huge bits of paper - that's how my children's novel got written in the end. I think I'm going to try writing a short piece from the point of view of each character to see if I can give them an authentic voice and then see how I feel after that.ReplyDelete
Thanks for taking the time, my friend. I can't bring myself to comment on posts with pictures of naked ladies all over them, but I do always read your blog and am keen to know how you're doing! Stay in touch!
I've often heard Zoe Heller's "Notes on a Scandal" held up as a good example of a first-person novel where the narrator is unreliable. I've got it, but I haven't read it yet, so I can't advise on it personally.ReplyDelete
I think generally I prefer third-person narration, but I'm not sure why that is. Maybe it lends itself better to switching from different viewpoints, as that can be tricky unless the writer has been able to develop very distinct 'voices' for their characters. As a writer, that would be what would put me off that particular style - getting the voice right always feels like the hardest part.
Having said I usually prefer third-person, one of my favourite books, David Mitchell's "Black Swan Green", has a first-person narrator. First-person gives the book a very 'intimate' feel, and it certainly brought the main character to life for me, to the point that when I got to the end, I was genuinely sorry to part company with him.
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I think that essentially just sums up how I feel about first-person narrative - if you get it right, it's brilliant, but it's very hard to get right!ReplyDelete
Hi Chloe,ReplyDelete
Engleby by Sebastian Faulks is written in the first person with an unreliable narrator. I have a copy if you'd like to borrow it. It's a really good book (I think, anyway).
Thanks Ros :) Someone else reccommended that very book to me because of this post and so I have now read it. It was perfect - just what I needed! (And I loved it.) Great minds think alike clearly...ReplyDelete


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NEW BRITAIN - Central Connecticut will soon be seeing an old, yet familiar team.
Hartford City Football Club has announced it will host the New York Cosmos in a National Premier Soccer League match on Saturday, June 30.
The last time the Cosmos came to central Connecticut area was in 1976 when Brazilian soccer legend Pelé was in his second season in North America and both teams were members of the North American Soccer League.
The game on June 30 will be held at CCSU with kickoff set of 7 p.m.
Posted in New Britain Herald, General Sports on Tuesday, 19 June 2018 21:16. Updated: Tuesday, 19 June 2018 21:19.


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July 11, 2007
The meeting was called to order
by President Mark Paulsen with 28 present as follows:
Peter Rimsa Proctor Rutland
Tom Vickery Stowe/Waterbury
Janet Stowell Thetford Orange
Denise Adams Thetford Orange
Donna Durkee Thetford Orange
John Wetzel Fairlee Orange
Robert L Sanborn Chelsea Orange
Carlton Domey Cabot Washington
Doug Harvey Cabot Washington
Lyle K Morrison Grafton Windham
Lois Sippel Athens Windham
Phyllis Newton Vernon Windham
Al Jerard Brattleboro Windham
Bruce Shields Eden Lamoille
Steve Jeffrey VLCT
Todd LeBlanc S. Burlington Chittenden
Terry Knight PVR
Yvonne Ruda-Welch Unifund
Peter Whitney St. Johnsbury Caledonia
Angie Abbatello Shaftsbury
Elaine Coonradt Shaftsbury
Pat French Randolph Orange
Priscilla Robinson Warren Washington
Cheryl S. Tudhope Orwell Addison
John Vickery Burlington
Mark Paulsen Colchester
Daphne Gratiot Pomfret Windsor
Carol Hammond Vernon Windham
A motion was made by Peter
Rimsa to accept the minutes of the May 2, 2007 meeting. The motion
was seconded and passed.
The Treasurers report was read
by Pat French as follows, and accepted as read.
Balance 4/30/2007 $ 3561.71
No activity
Balance 7/11/2007 $ 3561.71
It was noted that as of July
1, 2007—dues are now due. Listers please take notice.
The membership application for both new and renewals are on the VALA
website, which is vtala.org, click on forms, and then membership.
All the information you need is on the form.
Also provided by Chuck Burt,
who updates and maintains our VALA website, was a report which gives
an accounting of the number of times the website has been accessed and
the geographic areas of those who have accessed the site. From
July 2 – July 8, 2007 there were 70 visits from 18 regions, with the
greatest amount from Vermont and Massachusetts. Thanks, Chuck,
for the information.
VLCT-Steve Jeffrey
VLCT is in the process of developing
municipal policy for next year. A question Steve had for VALA
is on affordable housing-using the income approach to value and to
follow up on the land trust properties issues. The League is trying
to decide if they want to take a position for any Legislative changes
and would defer to VALA for direction. Some towns are not happy
with the income approach. Unique properties don't fit the examples
and will need to be reviewed-they weren't looked at carefully enough.
Income and expense reports for two years are to be provided for a clearer
understanding of the data. The only numbers that have to be accepted
are ones that are audited. If a housing project does not provide
that information, they lose their right to appeal. John Vickery
said that he had spoken with Bill Johnson and they liked the model John
presented at the TOECs which is mostly for single family homes and condos.
Steve said he is getting pressure from some towns who are upset about
the outcome of the development of the methodology regarding using the
income approach for multifamily non profits because these types of properties
are not paying their fair share of taxes.
Concerns were expressed that
there is a lot of information on this and other issues but because it
isn't all in the same place, it is difficult to find. Guidance is
still needed from PV&R, but they are not able to give the help they
would like. Terry Knight suggested that perhaps a VALA/Lister roundtable
could be developed to help small towns through housing issues etc.
Much more discussion followed.
Another issue-the Think Twice
legislation — Steve said that VLCT hopes to revisit that issue and
sunset it in 2010 before it becomes law.
PV&R–Terry Knight reported
Preliminary sales reports have
been mailed out.
Still looking for a replacement
for Dave Bolton's position
Looking for replacements for
Glenda Nye and Sandra Brodeur District Advisors positions
Charlene Lathrop will be teaching
three APEX classes in August
Bill Johnson is working on
subsidized housing and low income housing-information should be coming
out soon.
Filing Current Use electronically
seems to working smoothly. There were good comments from the present
group. Discussion followed about various concerns.
Tom Vickery expressed the need
for a class in the income approach. There hasn't been one offered
for a couple of years.
Mark reported that he had met
with the Ways and Means Committee when they were forming a task force
for studying Current Use. A number of people also meeting with
the committee were foresters and land conservationists who felt that
the CU program is not only good, but it should be expanded because the
state of Vermont will fall apart without the program. Mark commented
to the Committee that Listers have questions and concerns about the
abuse of the program.
There is a group who will write
a report about Current Use and present it to the task force who will
make recommendations to the Legislature. This group contacted
Mark to see if he would help write a report but he felt he couldn't
because of conflict of interest. The task force will be
made up of foresters, land conservationists, &people from
the forestry and land conservation industries, people from the land
use program and an appraiser/lister. Al Robertson, a Lister from
Sheffield, who is also a forester, has been appointed as the appraiser/lister
representative to the task force. So, rather than going to VALA
for a representative for this committee they found a Lister who is also
a forester and appointed him. It will be very difficult for an
unbiased report to be submitted to the legislature given the make up
of the task force.
Mr. Robertson chairs a committee
of a forestry advocacy program in Vermont. Mark is concerned
that VALA and Listers will not be heard or fairly represented on this
particular task force. The question was raised about whether this appointment
was challenged because of conflict of interest, but it was felt that
it probably was not because the Legislature picked whom they wanted.
There was much more discussion
about the uses and abuses of the program.
Annual Meeting: Suggestions
for speakers:
Al Robertson-the forester/lister
who has been appointed to the Current Use Task Force
NEMRC-Ernie Saunders or Chris
Miele—progress on the purchase of Microsolve
Deb Markowitz-grievance procedure
Phil Dodd-Vt. Property Owners
Mark will make the contacts.
Pat French checked the availability
of the college for the Annual Meeting. September 14 is the
available date.
Nominating Committee:
Tom Vickery, Phyllis Newton.
Mark feels it would be a good
balance for the next president to come from a small town. Although
he will not be the president, he will still be willing to meet with
the Legislature.
Education Committee:
John Vickery-scholarships
There was discussion regarding
courses and what the scholarships could be used for.
A suggestion was made that
VALA needs to keep membership better informed on classes offered and
what about a VALA certification for Listers either over the computer
or home studies.
Bylaws: Peter Rimsa has
incorporated the scholarship into the bylaws. Questions and discussion
It was also suggested that
at the bottom of the application there should be a place showing signatures
either approved or disapproved.
Changes in some of the wording
was discussed.
John Vickery moved that under
Article 5, Section 4 should read:
Current VALA members in good
standings may apply for accessing related course financial assistance
through the attached "Scholarship Eligibility Requirements and Application
Form" to the Chair of the Education Committee. The Committee may authorize up
to $1,050.00 for Scholarships
granted each fiscal year. The maximum individual scholarship amount
will be $150.00.
shall be awarded by majority decision of at least 3 members of the Education
The Directors may alter the
"Scholarship Eligibility Requirements and Application Form as the
need requires.
The motion was seconded and
The bylaw change will have
to be mailed out to the membership before the annual meeting.
A comment was made about sending
out RFPs for bids for a new CAMA system. Because of some still
unresolved issues, should we look; are there other programs that might
be better or more cost effective.
Mark will put out a draft of
the brochure to the List Serve for suggestions and/or improvements.
The meeting adjourned at 12:10
Respectfully submitted,
Carol Hammond


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Baby is Here
Eric Rafael, born July 2nd, 2013 at 35 weeks and 2 days at 9:08 PM. We were on or way to our godmother with some cookies freshly baked and he put his legs through my membranes and broke my water in the middle of the street at around 7 PM. I made a small pool under me like you see in the movies. He run out of space apparently. Luckily we were close to our destination and our sweet godmother picked us up.
We tried to stay positive on our way to the hospital, which took us less than we expected. Called my doctor and she said she'll come after she hears the results of my monitoring. I arrived there and told the receptionist my water broke, she smiled and sent me to the on call doctor. The nurse smiled at me too and then asked what week am I in. When she heard 35 her smile disappeared. She put an IV on to take some blood and put the cardiotocogram monitor on my belly.
The on call doctor came in and checked my cervix, I suppose. She then called my doctor and said she could feel his feet already. Some contraction started and suddenly the relaxed state I was in disappeared and I started shaking like I was cold. This memories are very blurry. I know my husband and mother started filling some paperwork, which I found later they didn't had time to finish and they only signed as I was on my way to the operating room. The room was filled with girls, nurses, anesthesiologist and my doctor, who were all chatting and complementing my hair and asking me questions, completely equipped and ready to go. They explained some paper work I had to sign but wasn't time for me to read them, and apologized for the unusual situation.
I didn't think for a second that I was an emergency. Everybody kept smiling and keeping calm, but doing things very fast, I realize this just now. I tried my best to keep myself from shaking while they were putting a needle through my back, but I couldn't stay still when the needle punctured my back because I was focusing on not shaking.
A nurse asked why I was shaking and I said because of fear, I guess. I didn't even know, and is still a mystery. I started feeling what they were doing, but no pain of course. I heard my doctor say his umbilical cord is twice around his neck, so I was right about that. Baby wanted to turn with his head down but couldn't because he was tied to the umbilical cord and when he tried his heart rate went down. I read somewhere that a mothers instinct is more powerful than any tests mechanism in the world. They couldn't see his umbilical cord around his neck at the ultrasound, but I knew it was there.
They took him out and I didn't hear him cry and got scared. But my doctors face appeared after the sheet and told me baby was fine. Soon after that I heard him cry and I thought he sounded like a kitten. They brought him to my face and let me kiss him and tears run on my face because that was the happiest I felt in my entire life. He had the softest skin I ever touched and I couldn't say just then if he looked like my husband, but I know the staff in the operating room was sad he didn't had curly hair. For me he just looked like a baby. Maybe I was more happy to know he was safe and healthy, but I can't say he is beautiful. He simply is perfect! He has all his fingers, toes, normal ears, nose, eyes and mouth, and that is just what I wished for, a normal looking but healthy boy.
He weighted 2,530 kg and measured 45 cm. He scored 9 and he didn't need an oxygen mask. He tried his best, this little guy, but couldn't stay there any longer. He is now 2 weeks old and gaining weight fast. He had some jaundice and we had to stay 3 more days in the hospital because he was suspected of having an infection, and was put on antibiotics.
He spent a lot of the day time in my room, with me and my husband. Nurses came in and explained how to change his dipper, how to feed him, how to give him a bath and clean his navel, how to burp him. And every question we had got answered.
My recovery was a little slower than they expected. I was in so much pain, when they thought I was ready to get up and walk to the bathroom they couldn't be more wrong, because I fainted. I usually faint when I feel too much pain and the menstrual cramping I had was the worst I had experienced because it didn't go away, even with all the epidural shots they gave me. But after I called the nurse in charge more than 5 times over night she gave up and put me on inflammatory IV. After that I didn't need anything for more than 10 hours, and I finally could get out of bed and use the bathroom, and I'm not going to tell you what I had to do the previous night for that.
I am still scared of him. I somehow know what he needs and I try to breastfeed him as much as I can but he needs supplements too because I can't produce as much as he wants. I fear every minute for him and I wish he could tell me he is fine once in a while. This probably gave the panic attacks I have sometime. They come and go, but don't last too long as I try to focus on other stuff and not the fear I'm feeling, but I feel week because of them, and I want to be strong for my baby.
I love him with all my heart. I loved him since he was in my belly, and when I saw his little face it felt odd, it felt like I knew him for so long and his face was so familiar, I just knew he was mine and I had no doubt about how much I will love that little wrinkled face of his forever.


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FARGO, N.D.—Fargo police say a high-risk sex offender who cut off an electronic monitoring device he was wearing and disappeared on Monday has been arrested.
Sgt. Mark Lykken says Thomas Eppler was taken into custody Thursday after making arrangements to turn himself in.
Eppler also is known as Jose Munoz Gutierrez. He was convicted of felony sexual assault in Burleigh County in 2007.
Authorities say Eppler also has convictions in Minnesota and Iowa for burglary, fleeing and eluding, assault and unauthorized use of a motor vehicle.


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If you could have a fictional pet, what would it be and why?
Mine would have to a dragon, because who wouldn't want a dragon as a pet?
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A nyan cat because they are adorable!
on June 10, 2015
Probably a Dragon because they can fly and they are such wonderful creatures!
on June 10, 2015
Unicorn, cuz they are like having a pony that can TALK and do MAGIC!
on October 10, 2016
Griffins cause they're cool and can fly, what isn't more awesome than half eagle and half lion? Or maybe a Cerberus, that'd be an awesome guard dog.
on August 05, 2015
I'd want a dragon because in China they're a symbol of good fortune and wealth. Not only that, but some dragons in the mythical realm (what we see them as) were known to be very wise or powerful. It all really depends on how much disdain they have, which is a crucial element to a dragon's overall character.
on July 25, 2015
A flying mint bunny because of hetalia.
on June 17, 2015
Hippogriff, because they are da best!
In my opinion.
on June 12, 2015
on June 12, 2015
Dragon or phoenix.
on June 11, 2015
A Lucario or Absol (Pokemon)
on June 10, 2015
Unicorn because they are an icon and adorkable and sweeter than a horse but know how to use their mystical horn and their color is so glistening and they always come with rainbows and live in a peaceful land
on June 10, 2015
Pandicorn. We will be Ying and Yang I will only where black and white. and I'll have an excuse to where a fake unicorn horn
on June 10, 2015
A Phoenix or Griffin.
Griffin because they're just AWESOME, and Phoenix because of an inside joke. XD
Griffin because they're just AWESOME, and Phoenix because of an inside joke. XD
on June 10, 2015
A Phoenix. They're Majestic And Beautiful Creatures. ^-^
on June 10, 2015


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Lois "Nanny" Dennis, 82, of Amarillo died Monday, Aug. 20, 2012.
Services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday in Friendship Baptist Church, 2400 S. Arthur St., with the Rev. Ronnie Tucker officiating. Burial will be in Memory Gardens Cemetery. Arrangements are by Griggs-Schooler-Gordon Funeral Directors, 5400 S. Bell St.
Lois was born Sept. 1, 1929, in Childress to John and Rose Dover. She married Leroy Dennis on July 16, 1948. Lois was a faithful member of Friendship Baptist Church for more than 50 years. She was known as Nanny to most of her nieces and nephews. Lois loved hosting holiday dinners for the whole family.
She was preceded in death by her husband; her parents; a nephew, Robert Simonson; four sisters, Doris Thompson, Jerry Rabe, Ruth Carson and Mae Robison; and a brother, Johnny Dover.
Survivors include two sisters, Betty Jo Cagle and Ruby Faust, both of Amarillo and Freda Rush of Lafayette, La.; a twin brother, Lewis Dover of Oklahoma; 10 nieces, Betty Killingsworth, Sandra Otto and Sharon
Bichsel, all of Amarillo, Judy Oliver of Colorado Springs, Colo., Linda Rabe of Denver and Susie Dover, Tammy Dover, Brenda Thompson, Lonnie Degeyter and Laura Reynolds, all of Lafayette; six nephews, Charles Payne, Gary Robison and Charlie Bebout, all of Amarillo, Roger Simonson of Arlington and John Thompson and Robert Thompson; many great-nieces and great-nephews, including special nephew, Cody Hosler; and her beloved pet, Scooter.
The family will be at 3403 S. Hill St.
Sign the online guest book at www.griggsschoolergordon.com.
Amarillo Globe-News, Aug. 24, 2012


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|Sighting Report
|Occurred : 6/1/1999 20:00 (Entered as : 6/1/99 20:00)
Reported: 5/28/2003 4:06:59 PM 16:06
Posted: 6/3/2003
Location: Roslindale, MA
Shape: Light
Duration:3 minutes
|white light followed by many colored tail streaked across sky.
i was visiting a friends grave with two other friends and we were talking and looking in the sky when suddenly a large ball of light with a long tail made of all different color lights went from one end of the sky (east), all the way across (west), it was way too big to be a star and it resembled something coming into our atmosphere. i was later standing on centre street in west roxbury and heard a woman ask her husband what he thought the light in the sky was. i heard it and approached them. they had seen the same thing and they were about 3 miles away in another part of boston when they saw it.
((NUFORC Note: Date is approximate. PD))


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Rules of the Race
• Art.1 Participant requirements
Competitors take part in the MTB Rally as individuals, and fall into one of five categories:
• Under 30: aged 18 to 29 years
• Over 30: aged 30 to 39 years
• Over 40: aged 40 to 49 years
• Over 50: aged 50 to 59 years
• Over 60: aged 60 and over
• Women 1: aged 18 to 44 years
• Women 2: aged 45 and over
FRIST CLASS 10 awards: UNDER 30, OVER 30 - 40 - 50
FRIST CLASS 5 awards: WOMAN 1 - 2, OVER 60
• Art.2 Images
Competitors will not display advertising of an obscene, political or religious nature or advertising that conflicts with the official event sponsors and/or with the race organisers. Category leaders or winners of races abroad must, if required by the organisers, wear the RALLY DI ROMAGNA leader jersey. Competitors also agree to the use of static photographs and action shots, which will be taken during the event.
• Art.3 Regulations
The MTB Rally is open to all national and international bodies. All RALLY di ROMAGNA participants must have a valid cycle racing licence, issued by a sports federation or sports association. If an athlete does not have this licence, they may email a copy of their still valid medical certificate of fitness for competitive sports during enrolment and purchase a temporary card (€37.00). By registering for the event, athletes declare that the information provided is true to the best of their knowledge and belief. Competitors must use MTB bikes that can have parts and, in the event of a broken frame, the whole bike, substituted as needed, once this has been communicated to the organisers.
• Art.4 Starting Positions
At the end of every stage, a stage classification will be drawn up, as well as a general classification with a round up of overall times. The competitors will start the following stage in a grid with the race leader in the front start line.
• Art.5 Refuelling
One or more feed zones, that are in addition to the food that competitors decide to carry with them, will be provided along the stage route.
• Art.6 Route
Stages may contain one or more stage checkpoints, which may not even be known to the participants. Participants who do not pass one of these points will be given the maximum possible penalty.
• Art.7 Safety Measures
Helmets must be worn for the duration of every stage. Every athlete must also carry a working (mobile) telephone. Telephones will be checked by the technical support team before and during the event, just as the other safety features will be. Telephones will be tested and athletes must leave their number with the technical support team.
• Art.8 Personal Items
The organisers cannot be held responsible for damage to or theft of athletes' equipment (or bicycles).
• Art.9 Competitors' Obligations
Competitors must respect the environment and must not leave rubbish of any kind along the race route or in the race locations. They must keep strictly to the route shown. They must come to the aid of others by using their mobile phone to inform the race director that other competitors may be in trouble; they must favour sportsmanship over competitiveness and respect every decision made by the race organisers. They must always follow the Highway Code. Failure to adhere to these regulations will result in the maximum penalty.
• Art.10 Penalties
Athletes who do not complete a stage in the time set by the race organisers will be given the maximum stage time, plus a 1-hour penalty will be added to their time. Participants who retire from the race must contact the race director immediately.
• Art.11 Route Changes
The race organisers reserve the right to change the itinerary for safety reasons at any time.
• Art.12 Equal Treatment
The race organisers will make every effort to place competitors on an equal footing, affording them equal conditions for competing, including psychological conditions, taking all possible measures to even out the privileges that some competitors have that come from knowledge of the area, having family nearby or from (unauthorised) help from people who are not part of the race organisation. Personal assistance is only allowed along the route at the official support points shown in the race roadbook.
• Art.13 Complaints
The jury will only accept written complaints, signed by individual participants, presented no more than half an hour after posting of the unofficial race classification, along with a deposit set at €50 and proof that backs up the complaint. The name of the complainant will not necessarily be disclosed. The deposit will only be returned if the complaint is upheld.
• Art.14 Registration
When the predetermined number of race entries has been reached, registration will close. The organisers may refuse entry to any competitor or crew member and is not obliged to give a reason for refusal.
• Art.15 Prizes
The award ceremony shall take place in the afternoon of the closing leg of the race. Prizes may be cumulative and shall be awarded only to winners who are present. Category prizes will be awarded only if there are at least three racers belonging to that category. If the minimum number is not reached, racers shall be placed in the general ranking.
• Art.16 Supporting Crew
Competitors can be aided by a crew of support staff at each race location. This crew must be led by an accredited support practitioner. Support staff will be identified by wearing a special bracelet and vehicles must display special plates. Persons not identified as support staff or competitors will not be allowed access to the canteens or services.
• Art.17 Miscellaneous Provisions
The MTB Rally organisers reserve the right to make even substantial changes to these regulations, to the route, to the race locations or to the number of these. Any changes to these regulations made during the event will be made known to the competitors during briefings and/or made official through informative circulars that will be numbered sequentially and/or through internet announcements. They will become part and parcel of the regulations.
• Art.18 Cancellations
In the event of cancellation, already registered competitors and supporting crew can claim back 50% of the amount paid by communicating this in writing 60 days before the race, otherwise they will be considered to have entered the next edition of the race. In the event of cancellation less than 60 days before the race, competitors will be considered to have entered the next edition of the race.
• Art.19 External Services
Technical support and massage therapy will be provided by partner agencies of the organisers under normal commercial conditions. It remains the responsibility of competitors to assure themselves beforehand that the work is carried out to an adequate standard and in no event can the organisers be held accountable.
• Art.20 Consultation
For anything not covered in these regulations, competitors' member organisations' regulations apply.
• Art.21 Retirement
Competitors who have retired from the race can follow the race as tourists on their bicycles or in their own or their support crews' vehicles and can benefit from all the logistical services provided for participants, with the exception of time recording and emergency recovery if they leave the race route and exceed the maximum race time (behind the motorbike following the last competitor). Competitors who have been disqualified by the panel of judges for infringement of the rules must leave the MTB Rally caravan.
• Art.22 Race Number
Competitors must display their complete race number and other identifiers provided by the race organisers, which must not be folded, altered or added to; especially their national identifier (flag) on their race number and on their helmet. Competitors can add other identifying marks to their helmet as they so wish but must observe Art. 2 of these regulations. Failure to comply with this Article will incur a fine for the first infringement, a 1-hour penalty added to their race time for the second and disqualification from the classification and the obligation to leave the Rally-Raid race caravan for the third.
• Art.23 Briefing
Pre-stage briefings will be translated into English, will give all the necessary information on how to follow the route and will point out possible difficult areas in the following day's stage, potentially with the aid of audio-visual material. The race organisers accept no responsibility for any accidents or any injuries sustained before, during or after the race. The organisers' decision on registrations is final.
PARTICIPANTS MUST HAVE THE FOLLOWING AT ALL TIMES DURING THE COMPETITION (subject to spot checks):
• full-face MTB race helmet
• mobile phone


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China YUCHAI Announces Ownership Changes in Subsidiaries
Apr 19, 2017, 06:00 ET
SINGAPORE, Singapore, April 19, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- China Yuchai International Limited (NYSE: CYD) ("China Yuchai" or the "Company") announced today that its indirect subsidiary, Guangxi Yuchai Machinery Monopoly Development Co., Ltd ("Yuchai MM"), has made ownership changes in two subsidiaries.
Yuchai MM has acquired the remaining 47.53% equity interest in Sichuan Yuchai Machinery Industrial Development Company Limited ("Sichuan MI"), from its joint venture partners, Sichuan Yuhua Automobile Business Trading Company Limited and Sichuan Quanxin Automobile Spare Parts Company Limited, for an aggregate consideration of RMB 8,922,900. Yuchai MM currently holds a 52.47% shareholding interest in Sichuan MI. With this acquisition, Sichuan MI now becomes a wholly-owned subsidiary. The consideration for the Sichuan MI Acquisition was arrived at on a "willing-buyer willing-seller" basis based on the asset value of Sichuan MI set out in an independent valuation report dated 18 July 2016 from China Enterprise Appraisals Co., Ltd which was commissioned by Yuchai MM.
Yuchai MM has also acquired the remaining 20% equity interest in Chongqing Yuchai Machinery Monopoly Company Limited ("Chongqing MM"), from its joint venture partner, Chongqing Kehai Material Company Limited ("Chongqing Kehai"), for a consideration of RMB154,000. Yuchai MM currently holds a 80% shareholding interest in Chongqing MM. With this acquisition, Chongqing MM now becomes a wholly owned subsidiary. The consideration for the Chongqing MM Acquisition was arrived at on a "willing-buyer willing-seller" basis and computed based on the net asset value of Chongqing MM as set out in its audited report dated 31 August 2016.
The consideration for the above two acquisitions were satisfied in cash funded through internal sources.
In addition, Guangxi Yulin Chijia Cars Spare Parts Company Limited and Guangxi Yulin City Yubin Commerce Trading Co., Ltd, both indirect wholly-owned subsidiaries of CYI were both de-registered from the Companies Registry in the People's Republic of China.
About China Yuchai International
China Yuchai International Limited, through its subsidiary, Guangxi Yuchai Machinery Company Limited ("GYMCL"), engages in the manufacture, assembly, and sale of a wide variety of light-, medium- and heavy-duty engines for trucks, buses, passenger vehicles, construction equipment, marine and agriculture applications in China. GYMCL also produces diesel power generators. The engines produced by GYMCL range from diesel to natural gas and hybrid engines. Through its regional sales offices and authorized customer service centers, the Company distributes its engines directly to auto OEMs and retailers and provides maintenance and retrofitting services throughout China. Founded in 1951, GYMCL has established a reputable brand name, strong research and development team and significant market share in China with high-quality products and reliable after-sales support. In 2016, GYMCL sold 320,424 engines and is recognized as a leading manufacturer and distributor of engines in China. For more information, please visit http://www.cyilimited.com.
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Welcome to the review of the Capital Yoyo Angkasa, the new 7075 aluminum yo-yo from Arif Kristiawan!
One thing I really love about reviewing yo-yos is the chance to try stuff from the smaller players out there. The big boys are busy cranking out throw after throw, and they can afford to have a misfire now and then. On the other hand, new and smaller manufacturers have less chance for error. When I talk to them it often sounds like a labour of love, and you can just feel the amount of soul they have poured into their yo-yos.
Case in point is Arif Kristiawan from the Capital Yoyo over in Indonesia. Arif emailed me back at the beginning of June to ask if I would like to review his new yo-yo, the Angkasa. I of course said "Sure!" and since then he and I have chatted about the Angkasa quite a bit via emaill. It has become obvious to me that he really put a lot of effort into making a yo-yo that other throwers would enjoy.
So, having said that, let's have a look at the Capital Yoyo Angkasa. Thanks again to Arif for sending over the Angkasa to me to try out.
Here is the TL;DR summary for those that want it: The Capital Yoyo Angkasa is a quite nice concave H-type yo-yo that prefers to stay in the middle of the road in terms of play. Its huge catch zone and even weight distribution make it easy to push around and catch during play. Neither slow nor threatening to get out of control, the Angkasa is designed to be more about laid back fun rather than speed.
The Capital Yoyo Angkasa
Throughout the extensive discussions with Arif regarding the Angkasa, he emphasized that his goal was to design a yo-yo that was interesting, well balanced, and above all fun. Actually, he stressed that fun factor on more than one occasion. Moreover, he was willing to sacrifice a bit of performance if it meant a bump in fun. Here is the official blurb from Arif regarding The Capital Yoyo Angkasa :
"The yoyo is design and manufactured with fun experience in mind, but performance is no less important. For us at Capital Yoyo, the material of choice is not to archive maximum performance, but to archive specific weight on certain areas on the yoyo to create the feel that the Angkasa has, with enough spin time and stability for anyone. At the end of the day, however, the Angkasa is designed to be fun above all else.
The name, Angkasa, is Indonesia for 'Sky', and we hope the Angkasa can take your yoyo life and throwing experience as high as the 'Angkasa' can be."
With that in mind it is time to get on with the review!
Angkasa Specs
- Diameter: 58.0 mm
- Width: 45.0 mm
- Weight: 67.0 grams
- Bearing: Size C flat
- Response: Flowable silicone
- Material: 7075 aluminum
Size and Weight
The Angkasa sits slightly on the bigger side of things in both diameter and width, at 58 mm and 45 mm. In terms of mass, the yo-yo weighs in at 67 grams using 7075 aluminum. When you inspect the Angkasa you can see that the mass is distributed fairly evenly, something that Arif highlighted to me as one of his design goals. I find that this gives the Angkasa a nice middle-of-the-road feel in terms of weight distribution, if that makes any sense.
The Angkasa shape confounds me in terms of classification. I suppose it should be called a concave H-type, but I think we need to define this as a separate shape. U-Type, perhaps? From what I understand, the U-type designation used to be a thing. Anyway, the Angkasa's shape is not typical for me or my collection. The only other throws in my collection that are similar are my MonkeyfingeR 2Evil and One Drop Gradient. However, both of those play differently than the Angkasa thanks to their different specs.
One thing to highlight about the the shape of the Angkasa is that it affords a really large catch zone. Most of the yo-yo's width is the effective catch zone ("effective width" as Arif defined it to me). Of course, one still prefers to hit the catch zone a closely to the center as possible, but I could see newer players appreciating this. Indeed, I found that I was able to land tricks with tougher catches more easily while using the Angkasa as compared to many other yo-yos in my collection.
Oh, and the cups have some very distinct circular hub cutaways right above the axle. This creates a nice spin area for those that like finger spins. I wish the bottom of this spin region was slightly concave rather than flat, but I guess you can't have everything!
Surface Finish
I generally talk about the anodization of every yo-yo I review. Nonetheless, I want to make special mention of the surface finish of the Angkasa. My review Angkasa has the nicest silvery metallic finish I have yet encountered. At first I wondered if this was simply a straight blast of some kind on the raw 7075. However, it turns out that there is a clear anodization coat combined with some subtle green splashing, finished off with sand blasting. The final surface finish is clean and simple, and I really like it. I believe it is also available in a fetching black with purple splash.
Bearing and Response
The Angkasa ships with a generic flat 8-ball bearing. Given the trend of centering bearings it was unusual to receive a yo-yo using a flat bearing. I didn't have any issue with this bearing and it performed well. Those that absolutely demand a centering bearing will have to swap this one out, but I for one didn't mind.
The Angkasa uses flowable silicone that is poured (at least in mine) to be more or less flush with the top of the groove. This tends to give a lot of binding power, and it did snag at inconvenient times during tricks now and then. I would have preferred to see the silicone recessed slightly to help reduce this snagging, but that is a simple fix in any case. A centering bearing could also help out here. One thing to note is that the response grooves are actually machined to fit 20mm pads rather than the more standard 19mm, so keep that in mind if you don't like to pour your own silicone.
After throwing the Angkasa quite a bit over the past month, I can say that I have enjoyed playing with it. And yet, I find myself struggling to define its play. It doesn't feel ponderous, but I also don't feel right in calling it floaty. It isn't a performance oriented yo-yo, but neither is it slow or lacking in agility. This is the kind of yo-yo that is a good candidate for my Wild Card category because it feels like a nice all rounder to me. It isn't going to knock off the Tri-B from that pedestal, but that is the sort of bucket I feel it belongs in as far as my collection goes.
It might be easier to compare it something similar in terms of shape, so let's use the One Drop Gradient as the comparison. Even though it is slightly lighter, the Gradient has more of its mass pushed into the rim area, unlike the Angkasa. The translates into the Angkasa being a noticeably more laid back throw versus the Gradient and a bit less stable. Whereas the Gradient really wants to fly around almost to the point of losing control, the Angkara has a more measured feel to it. None of this is a bad thing as long as you aren't looking to the Angkasa to be a speed demon. If you are more into fun and less into speed then you should feel right at home with the Angkasa.
One thing I have found about this type of yo-yo shape is that it seems a bit more finicky on the throw. Like the Gradient and the 2Evil, the Angkasa requires a bit more finesse when throwing. Put another way, with this sort of H-type shape I find that poor technique seems more noticeable. My technique is generally pretty good although I won't deny that I could always improve. Still, if I am just winging the Angkasa around and not really trying to throw perfectly then I notice that it can get a little unhappy. This is an aspect that would affect a newer thrower more and is something to keep in mind.
Final Thoughts
So as I already said, I have quite enjoyed throwing the Angkasa. Admittedly, I tend to like more O/V-type shapes and I don't gravitate to the H-type side of things that much. This might be one reason I have never really clicked with the One Drop Gradient as much as I had hoped. One the other hand, the Angkasa feels more like a great middle in terms of characteristics. I like it a lot more than the Gradient simply because it is a closer fit with my style of throwing (easy going and not about speed). Having a nice wide catch zone is great, and the Angkasa always feels measured and tempered with its performance. Plus, you gotta love that surface finish! If you are looking for a nice concave H-type throw that is more about fun than speed, then the Capital Yoyo Angkasa is worth a look!
Thanks as always to Mat B. for helping to edit this review. Also thanks to MonkeyfingeR Design for providing all of the Ape Hanger strings used for this and other reviews.
As always, enjoy your throwing!


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Do you like to run, bike, swim, hike, or play sports? Tim Borland is an individual who embodies what it means to make an impact through adventure.
A few days ago I had the chance to meet Tim. He ran 63 marathons in 63 days—certainly an inspiring feat. He didn't run for a claim to fame though. In fact, he didn't mention anything about his running when I spoke with him—someone else brought it up since he was so humble about it. Tim ran to raise awareness and funds to fight a children's disease called A-T, and his efforts raised $750,000 and generated 100 million media impressions. Now he's created a nonprofit called Race For Good, which aims to connect people to causes they're passionate about through a network of fitness-driven events and programs.
Racing for good doesn't mean you have to kick it into high gear and run a marathon. You could organize a field day for kids to raise funds for a cause that's important to you. You could host a neighborhood sports tournament or fundraise with your team to buy uniforms and sports equipment for kids who might not be able to buy their own. Have other ideas about how to Race For Good? Share them with others on the WaysToHelp Facebook page.
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Children below the age of 18 years in India are considered as a Minor.
Yes, both demat and trading account can be opened in the name of a minor child. The account will be operated by a guardian till the minor becomes major, Guardian has to be the father or in his absence mother. In absence of both, father or mother, the guardian can be appointed by court.
The guardian is legally entitled to open, operate and even close the bank account, demat account and trading account on minor name. Note that two KYC Application Forms must be filled i.e. one for the guardian and another for the minor (to be signed by guardian).
Things to know about Minor Demat / Trading Account
- PAN Card for Minor is Mandatory.
- The legal guardian has to provide all the documents and fulfill the KYC norms.
- PAN Card of legal guardian is required for opening the demat or trading account.
- The date of birth certificate is required from minor child.
- When minor turns major, the account becomes inoperative. New separate account has to be opened in this case. Demat holdings can be transferred from minor account to major account.
- If paper shares are held jointly with a minor, they need to first be transferred to the minor and then to the demat account in the minor's name.
- A 3-in-1 Account (Bank+Trading+Demat) can be opened in the name of a minor.
Minor's Account Trading Restrictions
- Can Apply in IPO Application using Minor Account.
- Minor Trading Accounts are allowed only to invest in stock market (Equity Delivery Trades only).
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Almost Matched
Would you take another shot at love? Or just settle on a friend with benefits?
Their heartbreaking past will move you. Their passion will make you blush. Their antics will make you laugh out loud.
Almost Matched was voted as #36 among "The 50 Best Self-Published Books Worth Reading 2014"More info →
Almost Broken Up
How far would you go to protect the one you love?
The terrors of Colin's past are revealed and accepted by Natalie. Her doubts about letting him into her life are finally disbanded and replaced by a sense of security and commitment. But Natalie doesn't know that Colin's past hides more dark secrets unknown even to him.More info →
Almost Too Far
A martini glass of sizzling romance, a jigger of suspense and crime, perfectly shaken with a twist of wacky humor.
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Our Vision, Mission & Values
What does Victim Support Scotland stand for?
Surviving Crime by Making People Stronger
Through our services, we can help to lessen the impact of crime upon individuals and communities.
Our mission is supporting people affected by crime and keeping them at the heart of justice in Scotland.
We are committed to upholding the following values which lie at the heart of victims' and witnesses' needs:
We give you time to talk, recognise how you are feeling and help you to grow stronger.
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Turkish Airlines flight diverted to Canada after bomb threat
Police using dogs trained to sniff out explosives are searching a Turkish Airlines plane that was diverted from New York City to Canada following a bomb threat.
Halifax Stanfield International Airport said Flight 2, bound for Istanbul, had landed safely and police were at the scene. The airport said 256 people were on board.
The Royal Canadian Mounted Police in Nova Scotia would not comment on the details of the bomb threat and said was looking to identify the person or persons responsible.
It added that police would be "searching the Turkish Airlines plane using police dogs trained in explosives".
The RCMP said the bomb threat was received at 10.50pm local time (3.50am GMT). Flight tracking sites show the plane had already taken off from John F Kennedy International Airport in New York by then.
Last Tuesday, Air France Flight 55 from Dulles International Airport outside Washington was diverted to Halifax when an anonymous bomb threat was phoned in after the plane had taken off. The FBI later said authorities had investigated and found no credible threat, and the RCMP said investigators found no evidence of an explosive device.
That threat came after the November 13 terror attacks in Paris that killed 130 people and heightened security concerns worldwide.
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How to "Cat-Proof" Your Christmas Tree
1. Buy a cardboard box big enough to hold the tree. Paint it red and
yellow. Paste pictures of cats playing with toys on the box. Write phrases
on the box like: "Giant very expensive cat toy." "Your cat will LOVE it!"
"No cat can resist!" "Hours and hours of fun!" "Only
2. Bring the tree home inside the box, and round up your cats.
Say, "look what mommy got you! A giant, really really expensive cat toy!
You will go NUTS! I can't wait to see you play with this!"
3. Force the cats to watch you put up the tree and decorate it. If they
drift off towards the cardboard box, bring them back to the tree and point
at it while saying things like "you had better play with this thing,
mommy spent a month's salary on it."
4. When the tree is decorated, wave some branches in their
face and shout, "come on and play! Lookee here, the branches move, see? Kitty
is supposed to swat at the branches and have lots and lots of fun! Hey, come
back here! You come back here right now and play with this tree. See how
much fun it is? HEY. I'M TALKING TO YOU. Get out of that box right now, mister.
The box is NOT a toy. THIS is the toy."
If you do this with enough sincerity, your cats will avoid the tree
like it was a foaming mad Rottweiler. Of course, you'll be stuck with a big
ugly cardboard box in your living room all through the holidays, but it can
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Last night we noted the very concerning rise in margin calls for European banks thanks to collateral degradation at the ECB. This story has become very popular as traders try to figure out which assets were deteriorating rapidly and which banks face immediate cash calls. One thing that came to mind for us was - what about Gold? Coincidentally or not, the last time we saw a big surge in collateral margin calls by the ECB (in September of last year), not only did Gold lease rates explode (implode) but Gold prices fell off a cliff as the squeeze came on from gold liquidity providers pushing prices down to exacerbate the negative lease rates on the gold collateral. The point here is that as margin calls come in from the ECB, we wonder whether banks will be forced to liquidate their gold (last quality collateral standing) to meet the ECB's risk standards. The key will be to watch gold lease rates (as we explained here and here) and ECB Margin calls to see if Gold is merely suffering a short-term dip from USD strength derisking or if this is a more broad based meeting of collateral desperation need that might have legs - only to be bought back later. MtM losses combined with collateral calls (as we noted earlier) was never a recipe for success and we will be watching closely.
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How to write a thesis statement to make your paper stand out?
What is a thesis statement?
A thesis statement is the sentence that defines what the main topic and main objective will be of the paper. A thesis statement sets the tone for the entire paper. The thesis statement is normally the last sentence or the first sentence in the introduction paragraph of a paper. The thesis statement grabs the attention of the targeted reader to ensure that they want to read the entire paper.
How to write a good thesis statement?
Here are a few pointers on writing an outstanding thesis statement to ensure that your paper stands out:
- Depending on the type of paper you are writing the thesis statement should either be the last sentence or first sentence in the introduction paragraph. This should be done because you want to get the attention of the reader and let them know the topic of the paper right away.
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La Cabaña Blanket - Magenta
These classic Mexican Falsa blankets are the ideal mix of durability, comfort and style. Machine washable, lightweight and easy to transport, these versatile blankets can be used as a beautiful home accent, or as the perfect companion for your next outdoor adventure.
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All season long, the Brush Beetdiggers have been scoring and finishing high in the final team standings on the girls side. Facing the rest of their conference opponents on Saturday, they were able to stand out again in the Patriot League meet.
Brooke Rule was the top athlete for the team on Saturday as she won both the 100 and 300 meter hurdles races. She finished in 47.41 in the 300 hurdles and in 16.61 in the 100 hurdles. Alexis Corral also scored in the 100 hurdles with an eighth-place time of 19.37.
Brush would only get two first-place finishes, but the team came close in a number of other events in a strong meet.
Emma Stone and Jordan Kendrick led the distance runs as Stone took second place in the 1,600 meter run in 5:51.65. Kendrick would also finish second in the 3,200 meter run with a time of 13:24.46. The two would then team up with Maddie Sawyer and Ashley Hinojos in the 4×800 relay and combined to finish in second place in 10:23.65. Another relay to finish in second place was the 4×100 relay team of Rule, Corral, Leslie Gamboa and Brooklynn Cox with a time of 52.34.
Cox, Sawyer, Hinojos and Morgan Barfuss all placed in other individual races and relay teams in the 4×200, 800 sprint medley and 4×400 would score for Brush.
Field events saw Mattie Singley and Taneya Kunkel each place in the shot put and discus throws while Cox scored in the long jump and Reiley Leake placed in the high jump.
Brush finished with 93 points to finish in second place, but it would not match the dominant performance from the Eaton Reds, who took first place with 162.50 points.
The boys team would not have as much luck scoring in multiple events in the meet. They would finish with 10 points, all coming from two relay teams. Eli Uhrick, Armando Saucedo, Tyler Barfuss and Oscar Lopez ran in the 4×100 relay and took third place with a time of 45.23. The four would run again in the 4×400 relay event and finished in fifth place with a time of 3:40.49.
A two-day meet in Kersey this week will conclude the regular season for the Beetdiggers. The meet will start on Friday at 4 p.m. and continue on Saturday at 9 a.m. at Platte Valley High School.
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