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2014-2015 Season
The COM Community Theatre announces the upcoming 2014-2015 season:
- "Greater Tuna" by Sears, Jaston Williams and Ed Howard
- "Arsenic and Old Lace" by Joseph Kesselring
- "Always ... Patsy Cline" by Ted Swindley
- "The Last Night of Ballyhoo" by Alfred Uhry
- "The Drawer Boy" by Michael Healey
- "Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown" film by Pedro Almodovar, music and lyrics by David Yazbek, book by Jeffrey Lane
For a schedule and description of each production, continue reading or view the 2014-2015 Season Brochure.
Greater Tuna
Sept. 11 – 28, 2014
Tickets go on sale Aug 12, 2014
Joe Sears, Jaston Williams and Ed Howard
"Greater Tuna" is the hilarious comedy about Texas' third-smallest town where the Lions Club is too liberal and Patsy Cline never dies. The eclectic band of citizens that make up this tiny town are portrayed by only two performers, making this satire on life in rural America even more delightful as they depict all of the inhabitants of Tuna – men, women, children and animals. One year after its premiere in Austin, "Greater Tuna" opened off-Broadway and over the next thirty-some years became one of the most produced comedies in American theater history. Recommended for ages 11 and older.
Arsenic and Old Lace
Nov. 6 – 23, 2014
Tickets go on sale Sept. 30, 2014
by Joseph Kesselring
The classic comedy-thriller centers on two charmingly innocent elderly ladies who populate their cellar with the remains of socially and religiously "acceptable" roomers. The play includes the antics of their nephew who thinks he is Teddy Roosevelt, the sinister activities of another nephew on the run from the law and the increasingly frantic efforts of a third "normal" nephew trying to keep everything under control!
Always ... Patsy Cline
Jan. 29 – Feb. 15, 2015
Tickets go on sale Nov. 25, 2014
by Ted Swindley
Back by popular demand, COM Community Theatre's biggest box-office success returns to thrill audiences with the glorious sounds of Patsy Cline's remarkable music, as remembered by her "Number 1 Fan." Featuring over two dozen songs including "Crazy," "Walkin' After Midnight," "Sweet Dreams," "She's Got You," "I Fall to Pieces" and many, many more.
The Last Night of Ballyhoo
April 9 – 26, 2015
Tickets go on sale Feb. 17, 2015
by Alfred Uhry
From the author of "Driving Miss Daisy" comes this funny and touching tale of the Deep South. Set in Atlanta, Georgia, in December 1939, "Ballyhoo" tells the story of the Freitag family, German Jews in Atlanta who are much more concerned with who is going to Ballyhoo, the social event of the season, than with events abroad. As one daughter desperately searches for a date to Ballyhoo, the other finds her worldview challenged by a Brooklyn-born Jew of Eastern European heritage who is lower on the social scale than the Freitags. The family gets pulled apart and then mended together with plenty of comedy, romance and revelations along the way. Events take several unexpected turns as the characters face where they come from and are forced to deal with who they really are.
The Drawer Boy
May 21 – June 7, 2015
Tickets go on sale Apr. 28, 2015
by Michael Healey
This brilliant Canadian play features the adventures of a young actor from a Toronto theater group who visits the farm of two older bachelors to research farm life for a new play. Filled with humor, charm and genuine poignancy, "The Drawer Boy" is great storytelling that holds plenty of surprises.
Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown
July 16 – Aug. 2, 2015
Tickets go on sale June 9, 2015
Film by Pedro Almodóvar, music and Lyrics by David Yazbek, book by Jeffrey Lane
Based on the hit movie of the same name, this musical comedy tells a story about women and the men who pursue them ... finding them, losing them, needing them and rejecting them. At the center is Pepa whose friends and lovers are blazing a trail through 1980s Madrid. Along with Pepa, there's her missing (possibly philandering) lover, Ivan; his ex-wife of questionable sanity, Lucia; their son Carlos; Pepa's friend, Candela, and her terrorist boyfriend; a power-suited lawyer, plus a taxi driver who dispenses tissues, mints and advice in equal proportion. Mayhem and comic madness abound, balanced by the empathy and heart that are trademarks of Pedro Almodóvar's films.


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Legend has it that a count was murdered hundreds of years ago and was transformed into an undead Vampire who rised from his coffin every night to drink the blood of living creatures, thus giving him eternal life. Vampires never age and they have no soul. This Hallowen, walk in the footsteps of the vampire in a men's Dracula or vampire costume. You'll love our selection that ranges from handsome to terrifying.
From Bram Stoker's Dracula to Stephanie Meyers Twilight series, vampires have always been portrayed at blood-thirsty being who avoid light and hunt with intensity. Over time, the vampires look has changed from the Gothic black cape and Count look to a more modern dress with the same ghostly pallor. You might say that these days, the Vampire genre is even more popular except they do not don the traditional vampire costumes. Either way, we have the men's vampire costumes and accessories to be any type of vampire you choose.
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Check out the 5th session of the Winter Speakers Series, "Hunting the Snark: Growth Policy and the Public Interest," featuring Royce Hanson and special guests on March 11th. Learn more.
Find out the latest with PlanWestbard. Get involved, stay connected!
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View the approved and adopted White Oak Science Gateway Plan. Learn more.
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Sandy Spring Rural Village public hearing scheduled for Thursday, Sept 4. Learn more about the plan.
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The new Zoning Ordinance is here! Find out everything you need to know about this up-to-date, user-friendly code!
The 2014 conference was a great success, be sure to check out our recap of the presentations, speaker bios and more. Learn more.
The Planning Board approved the Planning Board Draft Plan Amendment (pdf, 8.2 MB) on Dec. 5. The plan has been sent to the County Executive and County Council for review. Find out more about the Planning Board worksessions that preceded approval of the plan.
Review the Industrial Land Use Trends study for Montgomery County (powerpoint and white paper).
The County Council approved the Glenmont Sector Plan on November 5, 2013. The final version of the document, which incorporates the changes of the Council Resolution, will be available the first of the year.
The Planning Department issued the July 2013 Biennial Master Plan Monitoring Report, approved by the Montgomery County Planning Board, which assesses progress on implementing the White Flint Sector Plan, the Great Seneca Science Corridor Master Plan, and the Shady Grove Sector Plan. Read
Planning Chair and Department staff outlined the latest planning issues to members of Leadership Montgomery on May 29th. Leadership Montgomery provides special training to current and emerging leaders within this county. Françoise Carrier presentation;Tom Autry and Eric Graye presentation
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Hungry for some real food snacks? Don't worry if you are. These can be made to work for you, even if you're trying to follow a path towards healthy eating. You don't have to feel guilty.
Do bear in mind that snacking is often unnecessary when you've adopted a real food eating plan, since meals comprised of real foods are so satisfying. It's not uncommon for real food devotees to stick to three meals a day – or even less if they're doing an intermittent fast – without any effort, and without the need to reach for a snack.
On the other hand, snacking isn't to be feared. In fact, it's always a good idea to have an arsenal of snack ideas to hand, just in case of unexpected delays to your eating plans. The trick is – as you might guess – to make sure your snack foods are as real as your mealtime foods.
I've gathered together some options for you here – you may want to consider bookmarking this blog post for ease of reference, next time the urge some real food snacks strikes!
Basic Real Food Snacks
Mark Sisson describes the following as "snack staples" in his excellent cookbook Quick & Easy Meals:
- Canned sardines and salmon (I like canned mackerel, too, and I like to wrap it in toasted nori seaweed)
- Smoked salmon
- Leftover cooked meat
- Cold shrimp
- Olives
- Full-fat Greek yogurt (if you tolerate dairy)
- Fresh berries (you can add cream if you tolerate dairy)
- Fresh veggies dipped in salsa or guacamole
- Nuts and nut butters
- Jerky
- Pork rinds
- Avocados
Others that I personally favour include:
- Hard-boiled eggs or leftover wedges of omelette
- A few swigs of coconut milk (sometimes accompanied by a spoonful of coconut oil).
- An occasional slice of raw cheese (again, if you tolerate dairy).
- A few squares of very dark (at least 70%) chocolate (as far as I'm concerned, life without regular helpings of good-quality dark chocolate is just too bleak to contemplate).
Snacking On Meals
Robb Wolf of Paleo Solution fame has some advice on snacking: namely – avoid it unless necessary, and when you do it, eat the same kinds of foods you eat at mealtimes. If you make a meal and can't finish it, consider saving some of it for later. That way you'll always have good quality real food snacks to hand.
Quick Recipes for Real Food Snacks
Here are some terrific real food snack recipes gathered from my own repertoire. Enjoy!
Trail Mix
Great to have on hand for when you need access to quick and handy real food snacks.
- 1 cup raw almonds
- 1 cup pumpkin seeds
- ½ cup sunflower seeds
- 1 cup blueberries
- ½ cup raisins
- Combine all ingredients in an airtight container and store in a cool, dry place (it really can't get any easier!)
If you find nuts upset your digestion, consider soaking them in salted water overnight then drying them till crispy in a low oven the following morning. This will reduce the level of antinutrients in the nuts, rendering them more digestible. Then proceed with the recipe.
Quick Broccoli and Pine Nut Soup
Full of great nutrition – the cruciferous broccoli helps protect against cancer, and the pine nuts provide a useful package of protein, fat and fibrre – and great flavour.
- 1 onion, diced
- 1tbs coconut oil
- 3 cups broccoli
- 3 cups chicken stock
- ¼ cup pine-nuts (pre-soaked and oven-dried if desired – see above)
- Fry onion in a large pan with oil on medium heat until slightly browned.
- Add broccoli and stock and simmer for 12 mins or so or until broccoli has softened. Cool slightly.
- Place in a food processor or use an electric blender to form a smooth texture.
- Serve in warm bowls with a swirl of creme fraiche (if you tolerate dairy) and some whole broccoli florets.
Easy Guacamole
Couldn't be simpler, and packed with heart-healthy fats in the avocado (they're good for the brain, too).
- 3 medium avocados
- 1 firm tomato, finely diced
- 1/2 white onion, finely diced
- 1/2 cup chopped coriander (or a mixture of coriander and parsley)
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon or lime juice
- Optional salt and pepper to taste
- Finely diced chilli if desired
- Open the avocados and scoop out the flesh.
- Mash the flesh with a fork.
- Stir the other ingredients.
- Enjoy right away or store in the refrigerator with a fine layer of olive oil on the surface of the guacamole (this prevents oxidization and browning)
Devilled Eggs
A classic, quick-to-prepare thanksgiving appetizer.
- Boiled eggs (one or two per person)
- Mayonnaise
- Dijon mustard
- Cumin
- Bacon
- Paprika and fresh herbs for granish
- Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Cook the bacon slices in a pan over a medium heat until crispy. When the bacon is ready, let cool and crumble into small pieces.
- Peel boiled eggs and cut in half lengthways.
- Scoop out the yolks and mash them in a bowl with the mayonnaise, mustard, bacon bits, cumin and salt and pepper to taste.
- With a spoon, fill in the cavity of the egg white halves with the yolk, mayonnaise and bacon filling.
- Garnish with some paprika and fresh herbs.
Chocolate-covered Bacon
No-one can resist this. I'm telling you, it's a winner. Your non-real-food-eating friends will think you're indulging in something sinful. You don't have to tell them about the fantastic combination of good-quality protein, fats and antioxidants that are packed into every bite.
- Several rashers thickly sliced bacon;
- Good quality dark chocolate (at least 70% cocoa solids, preferably more)
- Butter
- Fry the bacon in a medium pan until crisp. Fry in batches if necessary.
- Remove rashers from the pan and dry with a paper towel.
- Melt the chocolate in a bowl over a pan of simmering water. Add a knob of butter and let it melt before stirring in.
- Dip the bacon slices in the chocolate (you can completely submerge the bacon, but it looks nicer if it's dipped in lengthways so the chocolate covers half the surface of the bacon)
- Place the chocolate dipped bacon on a cooling rack covered in parchment paper.
- Let cool for a bout 2 hours, until the chocolate has hardened. Serve immediately or store in a container in the refrigerator.
With real food snacks like these to hand, do you think I feel deprived? Not likely!
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Personal finance for military, veterans, and their families
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Minuteman Press
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Phone: 512-931-2211 • Fax: 512-819-9722
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Minuteman Press
1904 S Austin Avenue • Georgetown, TX 78626
Phone: 512-931-2211 • Fax: 512-819-9722
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Minuteman Press is locally owned print, sign, and design firm located in Georgetown, producing everything from standard business collateral (business cards, letterheads, envelopes and brochures) to real estate & construction signs and fine art canvas prints. Since opening our doors in August 2006, we have more than tripled the square footage of our physical location with our move to S Austin Ave. The expansion allowed us to continue to add cutting edge equipment for faster production and a more expansive in-house product offering.
Our Sign Division specializes in large format printing on a variety of substrates, including direct to surface flat bed printing, incorporating the use of our CNC Router for further product offerings. Our unique Sports Division allows us to offer custom design and installation of wall, door and locker graphics unique to sports facilities.
Our Print Division is able to work directly with our experienced designers to maximize production on digital or offset press, with complete bindery capabilities.
Tying it all together full circle, we employ a full time promotional product sales director and are proud members of the Advertising Specialty Institute.
Through this growth, we have proudly maintained our mission of providing personal service and quality products to our customers. We service local Central Texas businesses, and are the chosen print shop for larger corporations operating on a nationwide scale and franchises who are looking to protect their corporate identity and institute centralized ordering systems.
If there's anything we can do to improve our site, please let us know. Contact forms are available throughout our site.
As always, feel free to give us a call or come visit us at the office...we would love to hear from you!
Celebrating the 16th Annual Red Poppy Festival, Georgetown is preparing for the three-day event coming up in a few months.
The Rouse Raider Rock N Rides Car Show has been scheduled in Leander in the early spring of 2015. Participants from across the region, including Austin, Greenville, and Georgetown, are expected to attend.
The second race of the womens only three race series Bruises and Bandages has been scheduled in Georgetown for after the holidays.
The Austin Autism Bike Ride 2015 has been given an April date. Originating in 2008, it has evolved into a major event in the Georgetown, Texas region.
The Georgetown Area Car Club Annual Car Show and Charity Benefit has been scheduled to take place in about seven months time.
The Georgetown Art and Wine in the Square event will take place in the fall in Georgetown. The annual event offers a weekend of arts, crafts, entertainment, and Texan hospitality.
The Georgetown Sertoma Club will once again sponsor the 30th Annual 4th of July in San Gabriel Park. The event usually attracts over 4,000 people to the park, and is free to the public.
The Georgetown Boys & Girls Club is to host several events in September, including the annual golf tournament.
The Williamson Museum will present the Chisholm Trail Days in October, held at the San Gabriel Park in Georgetown.
The Georgetown school district recently announced the plans for the Summer 2014 Instructional Programs and Nutrition Services. There are many programs offered through the summer months, all based on age and academic levels and needs.


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Wildlife Viewing
Arizona Game and Fish Department's Watchable Wildlife Program
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Much of the support for the Watchable Wildlife Program comes from the Heritage Fund. This fund was started in 1990 by Arizona voters to further conservation efforts in the state. Funding comes from Arizona Lottery ticket sales.
As part of the program, the Arizona Game and Fish Department helped develop the new Arizona Wildlife Viewing Guide. The guide offers detailed descriptions of 128 unique sites and the wildlife found at them, accompanied by beautiful photographs of the sites and animals.
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Gear Review
Tony Lanza
Awesome boot
Days Ridden with this gear: 4 Days on Mountain
Conditions: Varied, from ice/low coverage to a foot of powder
Where: Hunter Mt., NY - Stratton Mt., VT
Other Relavent Gear: Nitrane (9-11), Machete (162)
Gear Specific: I wear an 11.5 boot. This boot *might* be a touch smaller than other boots - the 11.5 FUL felt a bit less snug initially than the RFL did. Still, the RFL is packing out to be perfect.
Flex: I've only gotten 4 days on the mountain with them so far, so I don't think it's broken in completely. I'd rate them currently at an 8, out of box around 8.5-9, and if I have the final point correct in my head, probably finish breaking in around 7-7.5.
-These boots are *LIGHT*. Just walking around feels like you're wearing a sneaker. Hardly notice they're there.
-Supportive. Even though they're comfy and light, they're still stiff around the ankle and calf to give you loads of support.
-Smaller shell. This might not matter to many people, but if you're an 11.5 like me, that means you're stuck getting XL Ride bindings (11-13), and wide boards. This boot is at *least* a half size smaller in outer profile than other boots, if not a full size. So I fit it into a 9-11 Nitrane and a 9-11 Delta just fine.
-Not as warm. It's slight, but with my old boots (some burton shaun white ones I got when I was learning), I never had cold feet (even in -20 degree weather). With these, my feet are cold for the first run or two, which is a new feeling for me. Very very minor concern. Granted, this is in 0-5 degree(F) weather (with 15-20 degrees of wind chill).
-Smaller shell. I can imagine someone out there that's a size 9, with a binding that just shrinks down enough to fit their size 9 boot, but would be too big of a binding with the RFL. For me, this is a positive, but it's something to be aware of.
Tony Lanza
I should mention that my skill level is somewhere between intermediate and advanced. There's not much out here in the East that I can't handle, but I haven't had much exposure to the gnar out West.
thank you, tony, for writing an informed and helpful review. i'm so sick of seeing "SICK BOOTS!! these things look really cool. i haven't had a chance to ride in them yet but the colors are bitchin' and all the ladies will be lookin!!" your review--good. theirs belong on twitter or something.
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Filed under: Fantasy, Polls, Darkfall, PvP, Opinion, Choose My Adventure, Sandbox
Man up MJ, you said. Forsake the fetters of safety and wander the wilds of the world. Yes, folks, for the next phase of our Choose My Adventure project, you directed me to leave the confines of the starting cities and surrounding lands to explore and harvest in the unprotected areas in Darkfall Unholy Wars. That, and get familiar with the workbench for crafting. So said you all, and so I did.I ran little Emey Brokenclaw beyond the bounds of the safe zones and introduced her to the vast lands stretching across Agon. I enjoyed some exciting experiences as well as learned quite a few things during that journey, though not necessarily what you'd expect.
Continue reading Choose My Adventure: Beyond the walls of safety in Darkfall
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Jared Evan - Weight of the World Feat. Stat Quo & Roscoe Dash
Weight of the World Jared Evan Feat. Stat Quo & Roscoe Dash
Listen to Weight of the World, the new track by Jared Evan featuring Stat Quo & Roscoe Dash which was dropped on Wednesday, February 2nd, 2011.
Stream Weight of the World, the newest drop from Jared Evan which features Stat Quo & Roscoe Dash. The cut was released on Wednesday, February 2nd, 2011. Jared Evan continues to impress with each new leak, and Weight of the World is no exception. It's strengthens Jared Evan's already impressive body of work, which has seen positive change over the years. We're most definitely anticipating Jared Evan's next offering.
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Posted: February 18, 2009
What's in the stimulus package for your small business?
Five key provisions that affect small businesses
Rick LaFaveNow that President Barack Obama signed the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) into law there is intense speculation on if the stimulus package will lift the economy out of recession. While most of the media attention on the ARRA has centered on infrastructure spending and tax breaks for individuals, you've probably seen less information on what the package includes for small businesses.
Small businesses account for 97 percent of all new U.S. jobs, according to the American Small Business League, which pushed for strengthened federal contracting programs for small companies to be part of the bill's final language. As vital job-creating engines for our economy, small businesses should be aware of several provisions in the ARRA. But it's crucial to also note that small businesses need to be proactive to benefit from these incentives: The benefits won't come to you automatically, so it's a good idea to meet with a knowledgeable tax professional or research the provisions on your own to determine what's in the stimulus package for your business.
Here are some of the key provisions of the ARRA that affect small businesses:
1. Using current losses to offset profits
Businesses with gross receipts of less than $15 million may be eligible to use current losses to offset profits made during the previous five years (this extended the two-year carry-back law previously in place). Taxpayers may carry a 2008 net operating loss back for three, four or five years. For some businesses struggling through the current downturn, using these losses to offset previous gains could result in substantial tax refunds.
2. Accelerated depreciation rules
Businesses that buy certain equipment may be eligible to speed up the depreciation through this year. Last year, Congress temporarily put in place a depreciation provision that would allow businesses to write off 50 percent of the cost of the depreciable property. The stimulus package extends this benefit through 2009. For companies looking to upgrade equipment, these rules may give them a good reason to do so during 2009.
3. Expensing vs. depreciating
Similar to the depreciation rules, in 2008 Congress temporarily amended Section 179 of the tax code, permitting small businesses to expense up to $250,000 in certain capital expenditures immediately rather than depreciating them over time. Again, for companies looking to make investments in new machinery, equipment, furniture, etc., a smart approach to taxes could deliver major short-term benefits.
4. Making the right hires
The ARRA includes tax credits for businesses that hire employees from one of nine specific groups, such as unemployed veterans or disconnected youth. Small companies are eligible for a tax credit equal to 40 percent of the first $6,000 of wages paid to a qualifying employee. The rules for who constitutes a qualifying employee can be complex.
5. Changes to SBA loans
Loans from the Small Business Administration aren't relevant for many small businesses, but others should be aware of loosened lending restrictions for SBA-backed loans. The most significant changes are fee reductions in 7(a) loan programs (for start-up and working capital) and 504 loan programs (for real estate and asset-backed loans). The ARRA also calls for increased guarantees for some 7(a) loans, as well as $30 million devoted to a microloan program focusing on businesses with fewer than 10 employees and loans of less than $35,000.
There are also some tax breaks targeted at individuals that would apply to many small business owners, of course – such as the "Making Work Pay" refundable tax credit of up to $400 for working individuals (or $800 for working families). Self-employed individuals should consider whether adjusting their quarterly estimated tax payment would be beneficial. Finally, there may also be tax breaks available for the purchase of a new car or home, and in paying for college tuition.
The ARRA presents opportunities for small businesses to save money through a smarter approach to taxes. But once again, these benefits will not come to you automatically – you have to be proactive about claiming them. If you're uncertain about your eligibility, a knowledgeable tax professional can help you.
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Rick LaFave is a principal with H&R Block Tax & Business Services (formerly Vantive Partners) in Centennial. With 11 offices in the Denver area, H&R Block Tax & Business Services specializes in providing clients with a proactive approach to individual and business tax strategies. Visit www.HRBTaxandBusiness.com for more information.


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The third report centered on Denise is startling. It is an 1100-word narrative account of an interview conducted by FDLE Special Agent Supervisor John Coffey and Special Agent Ed Burke this past October. The interview took place at the South Miami offices of Community Newspapers, publisher of fourteen local papers that circulate from Homestead to Aventura. The interview subjects were brothers Grant and Michael Miller, president and vice president of the company, respectively. (Grant oversees business operations while Michael acts as editor-in-chief.) Why question the Millers? Because Denise Calvo has been selling advertising for them on a full-time or part-time basis since the mid-Eighties.
The Millers say they were surprised to learn early in the interview that Coffey was quite familiar with Denise's family. Coffey told them he was among the law-enforcement agents who in 1986 arrested Denise's father, Michael Angelo Caligiuri, along with several other members of a drug-distribution ring. Federal prosecutors claimed the Brooklyn native was a member of New York's Gambino organized-crime family and part of a syndicate that sold cocaine and most of the counterfeit Quaaludes on the underground market in the Eighties.
Caligiuri was convicted in Miami federal court in 1988 and sentenced to twelve years for racketeering and cocaine possession with intent to distribute. Rather than send him immediately to prison, Judge Kenneth Ryskamp granted him a few days' freedom to celebrate his 30th wedding anniversary. Caligiuri fled. Nine years later authorities finally captured him in Virginia. The Millers believe agents were tracking Denise and that she may have unwittingly revealed her father's location by visiting him at one of his hideouts.
"John Coffey is the person who arrested her father," Grant Miller says. "Of all the FDLE agents, how is that happening? Isn't that a little bizarre?"
When the Millers recently read the FDLE report representing their remarks, they were stunned. And angered. Statements they did not make were attributed to them, they allege. Things they did say were omitted. "It was riddled with errors, the whole thing," Michael Miller complains. "I realized these guys are totally incompetent as note-takers. If they were reporters, they'd be fired!"
Miller speculates that the report may be the work of a "bitter" FDLE agent. "My belief is that [Coffey] is on a hunt," he says. "He got her father, who then screwed the justice system by taking off."
Adds Grant Miller: "So he's after her now."
It's understandable that the Millers might wonder whether agents Coffey and Burke were pursuing some kind of vendetta, for the report reads like an indictment of Denise Calvo's character, a concerted effort to gather and disseminate as much dirt as possible.
The FDLE agents' report also ascribes to the Millers two explosive allegations: that Denise pressured a neighbor to deny he saw the killer drive by the Calvo residence before the shooting, and that Denise actually admitted to Michael Miller she participated in her husband's murder. The Millers assert they never made such allegations. Coffey and Burke would not comment.
Following is the entire FDLE report drawn from Coffey and Burke's hour-long interview of the Miller brothers. The text is interspersed with responses New Times compiled last week. Grant Miller declined to comment on most of the report, dismissing it as hearsay. His brother Michael, interviewed separately, was more forthcoming. The verbatim FDLE text appears in italics.
This investigative report pertains to the ongoing investigation related to the robbery / homicide of José Calvo.
On October 17, 2003 at approximately 10:30 AM S/A Ed Burke and SAS John Coffey met with the owners of the Miami Community Newspapers at their office. The office is located at 6792 SW 62 Ave., Miami, Florida. The owners are Grant Miller and Michael Miller.
The following are notes from the conversation:
Denise Calvo worked for Grant Miller and Michael Miller since she was 17 years old. She worked collecting advertising from various businesses to run in the community newspaper. At first she worked directly for the paper and after some years she began doing some advertising business on her own and some for the paper.
Grant Miller: "If you really read it closely, you go, seventeen? She worked here at seventeen? Why would we say that? She wasn't here at seventeen."
Michael Miller: "She's been associated with us for seventeen years. She was a senior in college when she started here. Or maybe she had just graduated."
Denise Calvo finally opened her own business called "Supreme Advertising." She still did some work with the paper as well. Her business was in Coral Gables. The business got broken into a few years ago. Some computer equipment was stolen. The person(s) who broke in also urinated in some files. They think a police report was made on the incident.
The Millers went on to provide background information from their knowledge and point of view. Some of the information they related to S/A Burke and SAS Coffey pertained to possible drug use by Denise Calvo. It also pertained to rumors they had heard related to her associations with various people.
Michael Miller: "Denise was highly productive here for the years when she worked. She was extremely productive. She has, I think, a small ad agency. She physically left the place here about five years ago and opened up her own agency and an office. Then I think after she closed that, she operated out of her house. And she would go out and get business. And we had a good relationship with her and her clients. And I know for a long time she did cable [advertising]. I went to her house once for twenty minutes about two years ago and once about twelve or fifteen years ago. I had dinner with her once. And occasional lunches. I never socialized with her or with José. And that's just the way it was."


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Estimation of Distribution Algorithms (EDA), sometimes called Probabilistic Model-Building Genetic Algorithms (PMBGA), are an outgrowth of genetic algorithms.
Nonlinear Estimation ProceduresLeast Squares Estimation Loss Functions Weighted Least Squares Maximum Likelihood Maximum likelihood and probit/logit models Function Minimization Algorithms Start Values, Step Sizes, Convergence Criteria ...
Maximum Likelihood EstimationTutorial Slides by Andrew MooreMLE is a solid tool for learning parameters of a data mining model. It is a methodlogy which tries to do two things.
Using Genetic Algorithm for Parameter EstimationBy Yi WangComputer Science Department,Tsinghua University,100084, Beijing, China email@example.com ...
"Estimation and Inference by Compact Coding", Wallace and Freeman, Journal of the Royal Statistical Society B 49(3):240--265, 1987 The Computer Journal special issue: MDL vs. MML "The Maximum Local Mass estimate" ...
This estimation procedure is called inferential statistics. From your sample, you want to know especially the distribution of the sample.
[17] "Estimation of Fuzzy Membership from Histograms, Information Sciences" by B.B. Devi et al (Vol. 35, 1985, pp. 43-59).[18] "Fuzzy Logic" by Bart Kosko and Satoru Isaka (Scientific American, Vol. 269, July 1993, pp. 76).
In the experimental part of the thesis (Chapters 3-5), we present a set of magnitude estimation experiments investigating gradience in grammar. The experiments deal with unaccusativity/unergativity, extraction, binding, word order, and gapping.
The concepts of belief state (a set of possible worlds) and state estimation (maintaining the belief state) are introduced in these settings; later in the book, probabilities are added.
Standard techniques are learning confidence intervals (e.g. error bars for neural networks) and general probability density estimation.
In one estimation, it is approximately, 100 teraflops. The processing power of Blue Gene/L supercomputer already crossed 280.6 teraflops - that is 280.6 trillion calculations per second .
More sophisticated models are also possible: higher-order modelling changes its estimation of the current probability of a symbol based on the symbols that precede it (the context), so that in a model for English text, for example, ...
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The prediction of pharmaceutical responses based on second order polynomial equation, however is often limited to low levels, resulting in the poor estimation of optimal formulations.
His failure to exhibit the proper biological characteristics compromises the Ice Man Hypothesis in their estimations. However, not all villagers react this way. Some - including the one who came to know Data best - are not dissuaded.
well-studied statistical inference techniques available; flexibility in choosing the component distribution; obtain a density estimation for each cluster; a "soft" classification is available.
Spall, J.C. (2003). Introduction to Stochastic Search and Optimization: Estimation, Simulation. Wiley.
In the sub-field of data classification, neural-network methods have been found to be useful alternatives to statistical techniques such as those which involve regression analysis or probability density estimation (e.g., Holmström et al., 1997).
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both the plant and the estimator are jointly excited by a common input signal.The fuzzy and artificial neural network-based learning techniques have recentlybeen identified as new tools for plant estimation.
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- Date:30 Oct 2012
- Kick-off:19:45
- Venue:County Ground
- Attendance:14,434
- Storey (77) Storey (80)
- Benteke (29) Agbonlahor (38)
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Live Commentary
- 92:20 +2.20
Miles Storey gives away a free kick for an unfair challenge on Enda Stevens. Shay Given restarts play with the free kick.
- 89:31
Christian Benteke gets on the score sheet with a goal from inside the box to the bottom left corner of the goal. Swindon 2-3 Aston Villa.Assist on the goal came from Eric Lichaj.
- 88:00
Andy Williams takes a shot. Andreas Weimann produces a right-footed shot from just inside the box and strikes the post. Blocked by Eric Lichaj.
- 86:37
Fabian Delph produces a right-footed shot from just outside the box that misses to the right of the goal.
- 82:39
Matt Ritchie produces a left-footed shot from just outside the box that goes wide right of the target. (Aston Villa) makes a substitution, with Darren Bent coming on for Stephen Ireland.
- 81:52
Barry Bannan leaves the field to be replaced by Fabian Delph.
- 80:42
Miles Storey gets on the score sheet with a goal from close range to the bottom right corner of the goal. Swindon 2-2 Aston Villa.Assist on the goal came from Andy Williams.
- 79:09
The referee blows for offside. Alan McCormack takes the indirect free kick.
- 77:49
Miles Storey finds the back of the net with a goal from the edge of the penalty box to the bottom right corner of the goal. Swindon 1-2 Aston Villa.The assist for the goal came from Andy Williams.
- 77:10
The referee books Gabriel Agbonlahor for unsporting behaviour.
- 75:11
Corner taken by Matt Ritchie from the right by-line, Foul by Ron Vlaar on Wes Foderingham, free kick awarded. Wes Foderingham takes the free kick.
- 74:07
Miles Storey on for James Collins.
- 72:58
Unfair challenge on Andreas Weimann by Jay McEveley results in a free kick. Shay Given restarts play with the free kick. Barry Bannan takes a inswinging corner to the near post.
- 71:39
Effort on goal by Barry Bannan from outside the box goes harmlessly over the bar. James Collins fouled by Karim El Ahmadi, the ref awards a free kick. Indirect free kick taken by Simon Ferry.
- 68:32
(Swindon) makes a substitution, with Louis Thompson coming on for Gary Roberts.
- 67:42
Christian Benteke takes a shot. Wes Foderingham gets a block in.
- 66:38
Free kick awarded for an unfair challenge on Aden Flint by Christian Benteke. Wes Foderingham restarts play with the free kick.
- 66:08
Free kick awarded for an unfair challenge on Eric Lichaj by Jay McEveley. Shay Given takes the indirect free kick.
- 65:07
Corner taken by Gary Roberts from the right by-line, Header from deep inside the area by James Collins goes harmlessly over the crossbar.
- 63:24
Cross/shot by Gary Roberts.
- 61:43
Barry Bannan takes a shot. Corner taken by Barry Bannan played to the near post. Joe Devera gets a block in.
- 59:18
A cross is delivered by Barry Bannan.
- 54:07
Short corner taken by Gary Roberts, save by Shay Given.
- 53:11
Free kick awarded for a foul by Stephen Ireland on Tommy Miller. Matt Ritchie restarts play with the free kick.
- 51:28
Corner taken left-footed by Barry Bannan to the near post, clearance made by James Collins.
- 51:01
Matt Ritchie crosses the ball, save by Shay Given.
- 50:10
Andy Williams replaces Paul Benson.
- 46:57 +1.57
The offside flag is raised against James Collins. Shay Given restarts play with the free kick.
- 45:57 +0.57
Gary Roberts is flagged offside by the assistant referee. Free kick taken by Shay Given.
- 44:53
Shot by Andreas Weimann. Barry Bannan takes a inswinging corner. Clearance made by Aden Flint.
- 38:57
A goal is scored by Gabriel Agbonlahor from just outside the box to the bottom right corner of the goal. Swindon 0-2 Aston Villa.The assist for the goal came from Stephen Ireland.
- 36:33
Free kick awarded for a foul by Matt Ritchie on Eric Lichaj. Shay Given restarts play with the free kick.
- 36:22
The ball is crossed by Joe Devera.
- 34:05
The referee blows for offside. Wes Foderingham takes the free kick.
- 32:26
Karim El Ahmadi challenges Gary Roberts unfairly and gives away a free kick. Free kick taken by Alan McCormack.
- 29:21
Christian Benteke finds the net with a headed goal from close range. Swindon 0-1 Aston Villa.(Aston Villa) makes a substitution, with Enda Stevens coming on for Chris Herd. The assist for the goal came from Stephen Ireland.
- 26:05
Paul Benson takes a shot. Ron Vlaar makes a clearance.
- 24:35
Christian Benteke gives away a free kick for an unfair challenge on Aden Flint. Free kick taken by Wes Foderingham.
- 19:23
The ball is swung over by James Collins.
- 18:30
The ball is sent over by Gabriel Agbonlahor, blocked by Joe Devera.
- 15:38
Outswinging corner taken left-footed by Barry Bannan, Alan McCormack manages to make a clearance.
- 12:43
Free kick awarded for an unfair challenge on Gabriel Agbonlahor by Aden Flint. Barry Bannan takes the indirect free kick. Aden Flint shown a yellow card.
- 11:45
The assistant referee signals for offside against James Collins. Shay Given takes the indirect free kick.
- 11:06
Barry Bannan has an effort at goal from outside the area which misses left.
- 9:25
Free kick awarded for a foul by Stephen Ireland on Jay McEveley. Wes Foderingham restarts play with the free kick.
- 5:26
James Collins sends in a cross, blocked by Barry Bannan.
- 4:14
Matthew Lowton challenges Tommy Miller unfairly and gives away a free kick. Wes Foderingham takes the indirect free kick.
- 2:58
Corner taken right-footed by Tommy Miller from the right by-line, clearance by Karim El Ahmadi.
- 2:17
The ball is crossed by Barry Bannan, Matt Ritchie makes a clearance.
Match Preview
Di Canio targets another shock Paolo Di Canio has called on his npower League One side to "make something special" when Swindon host Barclays Premier League strugglers Aston Villa in the Capital One Cup fourth round. The meeting with a side 34 league places above them has been described by Di Canio as "the main event" and the Italian made a number of changes to his side at Stevenage in Saturday after admitting that the chance to put Paul Lambert's side to the sword took precedence. And that trip to Broadhall Way saw a convincing 4-0 victory despite a number of selection changes with one eye on the visit of Villa. Simon Ferry, Gary Roberts, Jay McEveley and James Collins, the hat-trick hero against Stoke, were all benched and despite their absence Swindon put in one of their best displays of the season against Gary Smith's men who hadn't lost on home soil for 18 games. "All the attention must now go to Tuesday night and Aston Villa," Di Canio told the Swindon official website. "We have won two games against Premier League teams (having knocked Wigan out of last season's FA Cup) and now we have a chance to take on another side. "We must stop thinking about the league now and take an extra lift to try and make something special on Tuesday night. "I did save some of the main players and we moved things around. I tried to handle the situation and go out in the second half to win the game, with one eye on Aston Villa. "The game on Tuesday is now the main event for us." Manager Paul Lambert insists it "won't be for lack of trying" if he fails at Aston Villa as he swaps a Barclays Premier League survival battle to try and reach the Capital One Cup quarter-finals. Villa caused one of the upsets of the previous round when they overcame Premier League champions Manchester City 4-2 at the Etihad Stadium. Now it will be their turn to be favourites when they travel the County Ground. But Lambert will give the game the same attention as if playing Villa were playing one of the leading sides and is desperate to bring some joy to the club's success-starved fans. Lambert said: "The response to a defeat against Southampton the previous weekend in beating Manchester City in the previous round at their place was brilliant. "But that's gone now. It's another tough game we are facing on Tuesday "It's not going to be a foregone conclusion. I've been there a few times with Norwich." Lambert has been happy with Villa's overall performances despite one win in nine league games representing their worst start to a campaign for 43 years. On Saturday they showed great determination to hold on for a point against his former club Norwich. He said: "I'm not going to give marks out of 10 for how we've done but I'm happy with the way we are playing. "Within the group, we believe in what we are doing. We are not too disappointed with our play. We'd like more points but I'm not too disheartened with the way I'm playing. "Okay, results aren't what we would have liked but I get the sense people want us to do well which is important. "The fans want us to do well and it's a huge club. We'll give it a right good go to succeed. "It won't be for a lack of trying on my part."
Aston Villa
- Wes Foderingham
- Joe Devera
- Alan McCormack
- Aden Flint
- Jay McEveley
- Matt Ritchie
- Tommy Miller
- Simon Ferry
- Gary Roberts
- Paul Benson
- James Collins
- Leigh Bedwell
- Troy Archibald-Henville
- Nathan Thompson
- Andy Williams
- Louis Thompson
- Miles Storey
- Shay Given
- Matthew Lowton
- Chris Herd
- Ron Vlaar
- Eric Lichaj
- Andreas Weimann
- Stephen Ireland
- Karim El Ahmadi
- Barry Bannan
- Gabriel Agbonlahor
- Christian Benteke
- Bradley Guzan
- Darren Bent
- Marc Albrighton
- Brett Holman
- Fabian Delph
- Enda Stevens
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Effect of iron and combined iron and beryllium additions on the fracture toughness and microstructures of squeeze-cast Al-7Si-0.3Mg alloy
- S. Murali,
- A. Trivedi,
- K. S. Shamanna,
- K. S. S. Murthy
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Squeeze casting is a near-net-shape process of casting under pressure that yields a fine-grain structure with higher density and mechanical properties compared to conventional casting processes. Iron is the most commonly present impurity element in Al-7Si-0.3Mg, the alloy investigated. An increase in iron content significantly decreases fracture toughness. However, trace additions of beryllium completely neutralize the detrimental effect of iron. The variables of the squeeze casting process greatly govern the microstructures and macrostructures and thus the defects in the casting. This case study deals with Al7Si-0.3Mg squeeze-cast cranks with four major defects—blistering, debonding, porosity, and patches of silicon segregation on the casting surface—and the appropriate remedial measures to eliminate these defects.
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- Title
- Effect of iron and combined iron and beryllium additions on the fracture toughness and microstructures of squeeze-cast Al-7Si-0.3Mg alloy
- Journal
Journal of Materials Engineering and Performance
Volume 5, Issue 4 , pp 462-468
- Cover Date
- 1996-08-01
- Print ISSN
- 1059-9495
- Online ISSN
- 1544-1024
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag
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- Topics
- Keywords
- aluminum alloys
- beryllium
- iron
- squeeze casting
- Industry Sectors
- Authors
- S. Murali (1)
- A. Trivedi (1)
- K. S. Shamanna (1)
- K. S. S. Murthy (1)
- Author Affiliations
- 1. Mechanical Engineering Department, Indian Institute of Science, 560 012, Bangalore, India


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Features & Use
Even if you're not out to catch your noisy neighbours in the act, a sound meter is an interesting tool to tote around with you, especially when it comes in the form of an app for your smartphone. Despite what was said the this review's teaser, it is important to bear in mind that Sound Meter is not a scientifically accurate tool, as the developers point out in the app description. This is due to the hardware technology of smartphones—you can only do so much sound measuring using said instruments. The Samsung Galaxy S2 can measure up to 98dB, whereas the Galaxy S can only go up to 81dB. So, Sound Meter's performance is partially contingent on the hardware it's being run on.
Sound Meter has a great design: easy to follow and easy on the eyes (in so far as this can be said about app graphics). A list shows a different range of volumes:
- 110 dB: Loud music (e.g. Rock), screaming babies
- 100 dB: Trains, blow dryers
- 90 dB: Factory machines at 90 cm distance
- 80 dB: Street life, alarm clocks
- 70 dB: Street noise
- 60 dB: Conversations at normal noise levels, at 90 cm distance
- 50 dB: Calm office settings, calm streets
- 40 dB: Residential areas, parks
- 30 dB: Whispering at 90 cm distance
- 20 dB: Rustling leaves, clocks ticking
Measurements may be calibrated, settings adjusted and you may update to the pro version via the menu button.
As for settings options:
Upside-Down-Mode: The display flips around so that you can point the mic at the sound source.
Pro version only: Line charts and more.
Bottom line:
Sound Meter is a great tool for informal sound measuring. Please remember that its performance is coupled to your smartphone's hardware. That said, it performed really well during our test runs, picking up soft whistling sounds to louder traffic jam type sounds.
Screen & Controls
Sound Meter has a neat design and updates automatically every second. A great overview graphic is provided at the end, and the app can be calibrated.
Controls are easy and intuitive.
Speed & Stability
Sound Meter performed seamlessly throughout our test runs.
Price/Performance Ratio
Sound Meter is free and available from the Play Store. To help finance the app ad banners are integrated, but they're not bothersome. If you like the app and want to support the devs, or want more features, check out the pro version for EUR 0.74.


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Current budget plan calls for 75-cent tax hike on city's side
Thursday, June 13, 2013
ROCHESTER — Under the current budget proposal for next year, the city's tax rate would increase by 75 cents per $1,000 assessed property value, Mayor T.J. Jean confirmed Tuesday.
A 21.5-percent decrease is proposed for the city elections budget for next year. The proposed budget for elections would decrease by $8,741 — while the current year's election budget is $40,709, next year's budget would be $31,968. The proposed elections budget includes less funding for elected officials' salaries, $1,365 less in software maintenance funding, and less money toward equipment maintenance and administrative costs.
The Assessing Department is proposing a flat budget, which would increase by about $90 — from the current $356,307, to the proposed $356,397. While the budget proposes some increases to salaries and benefits, it also proposes decreasing funding for professional services.
On Tuesday, Cox also presented the proposed general overhead budget, which includes budget items not tied to normal day-to-day departmental operations. The general overhead budget is proposed to decrease by $63,739, or 7.5 percent.


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Baby Naming Ceremony
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You don't want a "religious" ceremony, but you do want a spiritual celebration for your child in a special and significant way!
• You may want to present your child to your family and friends.
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Rabies and Australian Bat Lyssavirus
Rabies virus and the Australian Bat Lyssavirus (ABL) are in the same virus family and can cause fatal disease in humans. Rabies is a disease that primarily affects animals that bite and scratch. ABL is a virus that is closely related to rabies, which rarely infects humans and is spread by bats.
For more information, please see the fact sheet below or contact the Communicable Disease Control Section on 02 6205 2155.
ACT Health issues health warning
Only vaccinated people who have been trained in the care of bats should handle them. Anyone who comes across an injured bat should contact the RSPCA on 6287 8113, or call the after hours wildlife rescue officer on 0413 495 031.
If you see an injured bat, do not touch it or pick it up.
ALL Australian bats have the potential to carry the Australian Bat Lyssavirus (ABL).
If you are bitten, scratched or licked by a bat it is important to wash the wound or area thoroughly, for about five minutes, with soap and water. If saliva from a bat went into your eyes, nose or mouth flush well with water. Seek medical attention as soon as possible.
These reported injuries are usually occurring when people are attempting to free the bats from netting over fruit trees or when the animal has become trapped on fencing.
Fact sheet and media release
Fact sheet
Download: | Rabies and Australian Bat Lyssavirus Infection Fact Sheet (December 2013) (PDF File - 81k) Rabies and Australian Bat Lyssavirus Infection Fact Sheet (December 2013) (Rich Text Format File - 124k) |
Media release
Download: | Bats media release (10 September 2012) (PDF File - 85k) |


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About us
This online group has been set up to provide a place for single mums to connect and support each other following a diagnosis of cancer.Our Story
My name is Soly, I was diganosed with breast cancer on the 7/12/10. I had two grade three tumors, triple negative, with three Lymph nodes positive. I had a left Mastectomy on the 13/12/10 and on the 24/1/11 I started 6 rounds of TAC Chemo. I was 30 at the time!
I am a sinlge mother of two beautiful girls aged 9 & 3 at the time of my diagnosis.
One of the hardest things I found during my journey was still having the sole responsibility of my two daughters. I found alot of support for myself, as a woman, breast cancer support goups both online and face to face, but even with all this, I still felt alone at times and wished I could have another single mum to talk to that was experiencing the same issues as me, as a "SINGLE MOTHER".
During my treatment I had a vision of a place where all Single mums going through a diagnosis of cancer can turn to with their children. I promised myself that once I was stronger and starting my "New Normal Life" I would establish a group for single mums with young children.
I live in Sydney and would love to make contact with Single Mums Australia wide for online support and face to face meeting in Sydney.
Long time!
Hello lovely ladies...
I do apologize for not posting anything in such a long time. I went through a bit of an emotional roller coaster, not knowing who I am, and ofcourse having to take care of my 2 girls while trying to figure it all out..
I can say that I am much better than I was a few months ago, still have ups and downs especially when I get bad news with reoccurrence of BC, espically when it's triple neg!
Well, been busy with my 2..
Thalia (11)has started and settled very well into her new school, while Beilah (5) is getting ready and all set for Kindy next year.
Hello lovely ladies!!!
Just wanting to see how everyone is?
I've been a little distant lately as I've been trying to see more of my family & friends after a very emotional ending to 2011.
I guess it's been a emotional roller coaster with the menopause, & I was struggling daily to focus on what I had to do, so I started on antidepressant for 2 reasons, to help with the hot flushes, as I was not sleeping (that has improved a little) & to help refocus on everything.
So things are definitely on the way up now!! I've accepted a few shifts at my old job, & a job for 5 weeks.
A post from Facebook, I thought it was nice.
♥ This is for all the strong ladies who have been through a lot in life and survived!!•*¨*•.¸¸♥ ¸¸.•*¨*• Say this out loud •*¨*•.¸¸♥ ¸¸.•*¨*•"I am strong because I know weakness.•*¨*•.¸¸♥ ¸¸.•*¨*• I am compassionate because I have experienced suffering.
Article from my local paper...
Hello, its been a very busy and intresting couple of weeks with media interviews to try and raise more breast cancer awareness, especially in younger women, so i contacted my local paper and they did this story on my girls and i...
Mums, Mums, Mums...
It still amazes me the strength women have!
OK, im puttng my self on that quote above. Its been just over 2years since my marriage ended leaving me to be responsible for our 2 girls, 8 and 2 at the time. For about 3 months after our seperation i was constantly calling/msg him to arrange times to see the girls,never did he call to make the plans! Then one day in January of 2010 it accured to me, that one of the things he said to me before we seperated was that he was sick of me telling him what to do...So i stopped trying to make the arrangements.


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Our stakeholders
SolarWorld in dialog
Broadly defined, stakeholders include all people or groups who have an interest in the progress or result of a process or project. For SolarWorld AG, sustainable management means incorporating the needs of all groups of stakeholders.
Stakeholder analysis
The SolarWorld Group strives not only to maintain, but to enhance its ongoing contact with stakeholders. Consequently, SolarWorld analyzes the needs of the different stakeholders at different levels based on data collected inhouse and through external surveys.
Stakeholder mapping
Stakeholder mapping
Employees, customers, suppliers
Employees, customers, suppliers
The needs of all stakeholder groups are currently already incorporated but they are analyzed to varying degrees of depth. SolarWorld carries out an internal analysis for all stakeholder groups, based on information available within the company and in external studies. Every year, we conduct surveys among our customers and our suppliers. Systematic customer surveys are carried out among our wholesalers and installers. So far, end customers have only been interviewed on an ad-hoc basis since such surveys require a lot of time and effort. In the mid-term, we hope to do this for our other stakeholder groups, too. In the future, our employee surveys will be more comprehensive and be carried out in a comparable way groupwide. At Freiberg in August 2012, the first supplier day organized by SolarWorld gave us the opportunity for in-depth discussions with our main suppliers. For example, we presented and talked about the SolarWorld sustainability and compliance management in the context of the supplier assessment. SolarWorld's approach was well received by the participants, who saw it as being highly positive. In 2013, the second supplier day took place at the same time as the Intersolar in Germany.
Local communites
Local communites
We also maintain close links with the communities at our sites, for instance during the Girls Day at our sites in Germany and the U.S.. The girls receive a talk on the company and the training opportunities, tour the production, and in closing are allowed to lend a hand themselves to a specific task in production.
In our Solar2World projects, we work closely with local stakeholders (e.g. communities and NGOs) in order to offer solutions that afford the population the maximum possible benefit and that can be continued later on by the local stakeholders themselves.
Professional associations, advocacy organizations, academic institutions
Professional associations, advocacy organizations, academic institutions
Thanks to our membership in associations and interest groups as well as our cooperative initiatives with scientific institutions, we maintain a regular dialogue on social policy issues with further stakeholders: We exchange ideas on topics like Life Cycle, Recycling and Sustainability with among others the EPIA (Sustainability Group), Silicon Valley Toxics Coalition (SVTC), as well as within the Solar Energy Industry Association (SEIA). We also make our expertise available by way of presentations at conferences for example at Point Carbon Forum World Summit 2012 in Berlin. The trade case in the U.S. and the trade complaint in the European Union was also one of the main topics of discussion with various stakeholder groups.
Other stakeholders
Other stakeholders
For the compilation of the sustainability report we request feedback from stakeholders. At both the start of 2012 and 2013, selected experts were interviewed. The most important sustainability topics and priorities of those questioned were identified, the past performance of SolarWorld in these areas assessed, and opportunities for improvement revealed. The results of these interviews were taken into account in the materiality analysis. The Communications on Progress follows the 10 Principles of the Global Compact and is made through group reporting procedures, which means it is available to all stakeholders. Stakeholder initiatives can even influence the implementation of these principles, for example, via networks built by/with stakeholders or standards requested by stakeholders.
Write to us
All stakeholders can get in touch with us at any time by writing to email@example.com or email@example.com.
Alternatively, stakeholders can use the contact form in the side bar to send us a message – even anonymously if so desired.


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Best Grilled Cheese in the U.S.
Melty, gooey, decadent, and comforting what's not to love about grilled cheese? No matter who you're with or where you're going, everyone from your adventurous foodie friend to your picky kid sister will jump for joy over a trip to one of these 10 restaurants, which all boast deliciously unique approaches to creating this universal favorite.
Looking for more indulgently cheesy dishes? Try one of these recipes featuring crumbly feta cheese or tangy goat cheese, or learn more about how to pair wine with cheese in time for your next party.


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Do You Want to Be On Thanksgiving Live! on Food Network? — Email Us
by FN Dish Editor in Events, October 18th, 2012The second annual Thanksgiving Live!, a two-hour call-in show hosted by turkey master Alton Brown, will be taking place on Nov. 18 from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. From solutions to dry turkey and lumpy gravy to Food Network stars demonstrating helpful tips and delicious recipes, experts will be on hand to address perennial problems. Do you have a question you need answered? You can ask your question now via FN Dish, Twitter and Facebook by using the hashtag: #ThanksgivingLive, but you also have the chance to ask your question live on the actual show.
Do you want to be on Thanksgiving Live! on Food Network?
We are soliciting Skype viewers and callers throughout the country who would like to be part of our show on Sunday, Nov. 18, 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. EST.
Email the following information to email@example.com and a Thanksgiving Live! producer may contact you for more information:
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Former NBA Great Thunder Dan Majerle is celebrating his 20th year in the restaurant business next month with Majerle's Sports Gill in Phoenix Arizona. Along with his 2nd location that is 5 years old, 3rd that is over 3 years and his 4th location that is going on 2 years old in Old Town Scottsdale for a total of 4 successful locations in the Phoenix area. Dan has decided to go outside the Phoenix market for his next spot located in Flagstaff Arizona on historic route 66 schuled to open Spring of 2013. With 30 combined years of restaurant success Dan has become a dominate player both on and off the court and continues with both of his passions. Currently being hands on majority owner of all 5 locations Dan continues to play a vital role as an assistant coach for the Phoenix Suns. With such a diverse charismatic hard working public figure it would be great to have Dan on one of your FN programs either cooking with Guy Fieri or doing a show of him building his latest location from the ground up in Flagstaff Etc… If there is any interest or would like to learn more please contact me directly with email attached, thanks Russell Youngs Managing Partner/ public relations Majerle's Sports Grill
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text: Alvise Casellati graduated as a Maestro of Violin under Guido Furini in the Music Conservatory of Padova "C. Pollini", his native city. He continued his studies with Felice Cusano and Taras Gabora. He further received a Juris Doctor (J.D.) Degree from the University of Padova, School of Law, and then completed a Master Degree (LL.M.) at Columbia Law School in New York, specializing in copyright law and he was then admitted to the New York Bar. After exploring conducting at the Juilliard School of Music, he was mentored by Piero Bellugi and further specialized with Gorenstein, Colin Metters, Korchmar and Nicotra. He joined the team of assistants of Gustav Kuhn at the Neues Festspielhaus Erl (Austria) in the 2012/2013 season. His debut in Italy was at Teatro La Fenice in Venice with the Orchestra and Choir of Teatro La Fenice to celebrate the 150th Anniversary of the Unity of Italy in March 2011 and was invited the following year at Teatro Malibran in Venice. He also conducted the Orchestra of the Teatro Carlo Felice of Genova, the Orchestra and Choir of Teatro Verdi of Trieste, Orchestra Filarmonica of Salerno (Teatro Verdi), I Pomeriggi Musicali Orchestra (Milan), Orchestra of Padova and Veneto, I Virtuosi Italiani, Orchestra Filarmonica of Turin, the State Orchestra of St. Petersburg, the Liepaja Symphony Orchestra, the Orquesta Municipal di Mar Del Plata (Argentina), the New York Chamber Virtuosi at Lincoln Center (New York), the Orchestra Provincia of Bari, the Orchestra Sinfonica Abruzzese, the Orchestra Sinfonica of Sanremo where he was invited back as guest conductor. Recently, he opened the Symphonic Season at the Spoleto Two World Festival at the Teatro Romano, conducted at Teatro La Fenice within the Venice Festival and conducted the Ravello Festival most famous Dawn Concert with great recognition from the public, the critic and the media. He founded the Venetian Community of New York (where he holds the position of President and Chairman), the Friends of the Italian Cultural Institute of New York ("La Fondazione") and he was Secretary and Managing Director of FIAC (Foundation for Italian Art and Culture), non-profit foundation to promote Italian art and culture in the United States. He is Member of Young Friends of Save Venice. October 2013


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