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Climate change is likely to disrupt food chains by favouring animals with short lifespans over often bigger rivals that are worse at tolerating temperature swings.
Researchers in Germany and Canada say that animals have widely differing "thermal windows" - a range of temperatures in which they best feed, grow and reproduce. That means that climate change will not affect all equally.
"Climate change will favour species with wide thermal windows, short lifespans and a large gene pool amongst its population," the journal Science says of the findings.
Big fish such as cod, which have narrow thermal windows, are moving north in the Atlantic, for instance, partly because the food chain has been disrupted by a shift to smaller plankton, reducing the amount of prey on which large fish can feed.
Slower growth
A shift to smaller plankton means that juvenile cod in the Atlantic have to use more energy to feed, slowing their growth. Female cod tolerate only a narrow "thermal window" when they produce eggs, part of a strategy evolved to cut energy use.
The study focused on the oceans, but the scientists said the findings may also apply to land creatures.
"Each species covers a certain range. The ranges overlap, but their [thermal] windows are not the same," says Hans-Otto Pörtner of the Alfred Wegener Institute for Polar and Marine Research in Bremerhaven, Germany, one of the authors.
Knowledge of such differences could help predict reactions to climate change, widely blamed on human emissions of greenhouse gases from burning fossil fuels.
In the German Wadden Sea, larger eelpout fish - a long, thin species that grows to about 500 grams - suffered more quickly than smaller fish when summer temperatures rose above normal.
"In the Japan Sea, different thermal windows between sardines and anchovies caused a regime shift to anchovies in the late 1990s," the researchers say.
Journal reference: Science (DOI: 10.1126/science.1163156)
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|2. Kelly Fleck (ELON) vs. Kristie Wilson (UTC) unfinished
|3. Elizabeth Kernodle (ELON) vs. Bethany Everett (UTC) unfinished
|4. Melissa Holland (ELON) def. Bonnie Adams (UTC) 7-6, 6-4
|5. Molly Cade (ELON) def. Christy Fazio (UTC) 6-0, 6-1
|6. Diana Pulupa (ELON) def. Francesca Guerrieri (UTC) 6-1, 6-1
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|1. Lindsey Ballard/Bethany Everett (UTC) def. Evin Prelec/Kelly Fleck (ELON) 8-4
|2. Melissa Holland/Elizabeth Kernodle (ELON) def. Bonnie Adams/Emily Harpe (UTC) 9-7
|3. Diana Pulupa/Alli Benton (ELON) def. Christy Fazio/Francesca Guerrieri (UTC) 8-3
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I love Pockets. But I regret I inserted a gallery to one of the posts. How do I remove it?
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Cut 2 lemons into thin slices, removing any pips; scatter the slices over and around the chickens.
Peel, core and cut in quarters 3 small cooking apples; arrange them around the chickens.
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Salt and pepper.
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The chicken must not be quite done.
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1967 Ford Mustang GT500E Super Snake - Supercharged Super Snake
With '60s design and 21st-century technology, the 725hp superchargedGT500E is the best of both worlds
It's a valid argument and fun to think about. Why opt for a basic 550hpGT500E when there's a 725hp option available? The 200 extra horsepowerputs you in an exclusive club of Super Snake owners, with a build runlimited to 75 units.
At $150,000 and a little change for options and accessories, you mightbe asking yourself if there are 75 buyers for this car.
The day we took these pictures last March, Unique Performance--theproduction facility that makes "Eleanors" with the full blessing andordination of Carroll Shelby--informed us 18 were on order andproduction had just begun.
That's a healthy number for a '67 Mustang that's 20 grand higher than anexotic turbo Porsche. Douglas Schwartz of El Paso, Texas, ordered thisone. Serial number 009, it's technically the first Super Snake off theline with the full supercharger treatment on the 427 engine. It waspreceded by a red Super Snake prototype, which was sold last summer at aKruse International classic car auction in Las Vegas.
Our minds were stretched on absolutes. We wondered if this Super Snake,in terms of raw horsepower, was the highest-performance Mustang eversold to the public. Doug Hasty, co-owner of Unique Performance, plantedthose seeds of curiosity.
When SVT Chief Engineer John Coletti dropped a 10.0L Boss 429 into a '94Mustang, the fuel-injected 604ci powerplant delivered 855 hp, more than725.
But wait. SVT's Boss was not produced for public consumption. It was aconcept car made to run 10s in the quarter-mile and to wow the troops atshows. A series-produced Mustang it wasn't. The Super Snake is.
Neither Hasty nor his cohorts, David Reed and Bobby Mikus, or the restof the production crew could think of a Mustang with more power.Schwartz was of the same mind. He couldn't think of another Mustang,factory or tuner, that delivered this much horsepower. The '00 SaleenMustang SR is close, a response to the '00 Mustang Cobra R with a baseprice of $158,000, which boasted a blown 351 with 505 hp.
Clearly, the advantage goes to the new Shelby 427 aluminum block,engineered to higher standards than the original but using the sameconcept of big cubes in a high-winding V-8. The Shelby/Vortechsupercharger boosts power into the 725 range.
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Oct 23, 2007
The Chicago-area robotics club, ChiBots, held a competition this weekend called Chibotica. The competition was open to all types of robots, and there were several NXTs entered. The photo is of an NXT-powered line follower called Big Rig - created by Steve Hassenplug.
You can view photos here.
You can view videos here.
Posted by: Larry Langellier at 3:06 PM
Labels: chibotica, ChiBots, Competition, Hassenplug
2 comments:
- Steve said...
So many robots.
The one pictured is called "Big Rig". It's a stock LEGO kit, with an NXT installed.
- Oct 24, 2007, 3:13:00 AM
- Larry Langellier said...
Oops, sorry about getting the name wrong. I enjoyed watching your robots compete!
- Larry
- Oct 24, 2007, 2:01:00 PM
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Madeleine L'Engle says that "All of life is a story." She's right, isn't she?
Our lives are full of beauty – and tragedy. Excitement – and disappointment. Laughter – and tears. There is a plot line to our lives that we're desperate to discover:
Why are we here?
What does this all mean?
When will things get better?
Who will come to the rescue this time?
Life is a story. And if life is a story then there must be a Storyteller. And we must have a role to play.
This fall our church family will be diving into The Story; a chronological, abridged reading of Scripture. It's a retelling of the grand narrative that God is writing through all of history, from the beginning of time to the final restoration of all things. The Story makes God's Word more easily accessible for those who are newer to scripture or exploring Christ and, for those of us who have been following Christ for many years, The Story will give us a fuller context for the human stories we've heard since Sunday School. Through it all, we'll learn to see our every day stories swept up into God's grand story.
The Story isn't just something we'll be studying together; no, you're living The Story.
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Classic Irish Racing - Classic motorbike racing in Ireland from the 70's and 80's
Welcome to Classic Irish Racing.co.uk
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Have a look through the site and if you have any questions or queries, please do not hesitate to contact email@example.com
» About Me - This tells you a little about me and what bikes I had and raced against etc.
» Road Races - A range of pictures taken from different road racing events such as the Ulster Grand Prix, the North West 200, Temple 100 and more. The pictures are copyrighted so please contact us if you wish to use them and do not take credit for them.
» Short Circuits - Various pictures taken from circuits across Ireland including Kirkistown, Bishopscourt, Mondello, Maghaberry and Aghadowey.
» Other pictures - As the title suggests these are pics that don't really fall into any other category. There are some funny ones and some interesting ones of my friends and I on our bikes.
» Shop - Classic Irish Racing in accosiation with Amazon.co.uk have set up an online shop, purchase books, DVD's, VHS and even video games from here!
» Contact - If you want to get in touch with me or send me any of your classic pics this is the place to go.
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The Valley City Commission voted 4-1 to move ahead with an Automated Metering Infrastructure system for public utilities at its Monday meeting. The AMI system will allow the city to read utility meters remotely, eliminating the need for meter-readers.
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I was a fan of 30 Rock, and you really knocked that role out of the park.
We park the car on the south side, before a sidewalk that leads to a section of grave markers much smaller than the others.
mid-13c., "enclosed preserve for beasts of the chase," from Old French parc "enclosed wood or heath land used as a game preserve" (12c.), probably ultimately from West Germanic *parruk "enclosed tract of land" (cf. Old English pearruc, root of paddock (n.2), Old High German pfarrih "fencing about, enclosure," German pferch "fold for sheep," Dutch park).
Internal evidence suggests the West Germanic word is pre-4c. and originally meant the fencing, not the place enclosed. Found also in Medieval Latin as parricus "enclosure, park" (8c.), which likely is the direct source of the Old French word, as well as Italian parco, Spanish parque, etc. Some claim the Medieval Latin word as the source of the West Germanic, but the reverse seems more likely. Some later senses in English represent later borrowings from French. OED discounts notion of a Celtic origin. Welsh parc, Gaelic pairc are from English.
Meaning "enclosed lot in or near a town, for public recreation" is first attested 1660s, originally in reference to London; the sense evolution is via royal parks in the original, hunting sense being overrun by the growth of London and being opened to the public. Applied to sporting fields in American English from 1867.
New York's Park Avenue as an adjective meaning "luxurious and fashionable" (1956) was preceded in the same sense by London's Park Lane (1880). As a surname, Parker "keeper of a park" is attested in English from mid-12c. As a vehicle transmission gear, park (n.) is attested from 1949.
Claimed or designated special territory; turf: Aren't you a little out of your ballpark here?/ I've played mostly your game. But now we're in my park (1963+)
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Sara's parents heard about KMBC at a homeschooling convention a few years ago. They were impressed with the solid biblical values of the college and thought it would be perfect for Sara. "To be honest, I thought I was the least likely of my siblings to go to college," Sara says, "I was happy at home."
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My MTB partner is an ex-pro MX-er and his son is a lifelong MX-er. My background is strictly asphalt. I used to be able to turn trackday times that would qualify me at the absolute tailend of an AMA grid. I have zero dirtbike experience; never owned one.
What I notice:
A.) Their ability to pick lines. I'm used to that, but, on asphalt, the line criteria is totally different. Dirt you're avoiding ground obstacles, asphalt it's connecting corners.
B.) They're very comfortable with trees and threading them. I'm still working on that.
C.) They weight the pedals like a dirtbike. I'm still working on that.
D.) They push the bicycle down into the corners, like a dirtbike. I'm used to leaning my body to the inside. So, I'm still working on that, too. Grazing trees with my shoulder or CamelBack is really encouraging changing my style.
Their motocross experience really shows on a MTB. Their comfort level is far beyond mine. If only I had been nurtured on a dirtbike. Of course, I don't have the crash scars/issues like they do, either.
Oh yeah, me getting a 29er has erased some of their advantage through the rutted/rooted stuff.
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IT IS time to stop attacking "entitlements." And as the Clinton administration completes its health reform blueprint, its architects should keep in mind the political lessons of America's most expensive, efficient, and popular entitlement program -- Social Security.
At the pinnacle of Ronald Reagan's popularity, conservative Republicans dared not tamper with Social Security, though it is could be our most socialist program. Indeed, theorists on the Reagan White House staff who had advocated privatizing Social Security, like Peter Ferrara, were kept under wraps. President Reagan even approved a Social Security extension that required higher taxes.


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Dreams of Whales is set in a magical land where things are not
what they seem. Walter, a dentist, returns home to the farm
of his childhood sweetheart Ruth. She refuses to see anyone,
having locked herself inside her house. Her son and daughter
show up to try to convince her to come out, but she won't. Magic
ensues, whales swim overhead and the starry night comes alive!
Dreams of Whales
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A member of Shakespeare's company of actors has some advice
for the Bard. He'd better hurry though because he's about to
meet his maker. Will Bill listen? Will he help? Find out! This is a
funny, passionate plea for theatre with a sharp point.
The Player's Advice to Shakespeare
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This is a juried festival of plays that are under 10 minutes
in length. The Plays are:
10 Minute Masque by Adam Pierre
Float Like an Angel by Kevin and James Smith
Happy by Tina Prud'homme
Just Desserts by Kelley Tish Baker
Running Late by Lawrence Aronovitch
The Bridge by Jessica E. Anderson
The Dog, The Cat and The Fish by Andrea Connell
The Orrery by Pierre Brault
When the World Fell Away by Geoff McBride
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The Age
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BaliboM, MadmanRating: 4/5ROBERT Connolly's passionate revisiting of the story of the Balibo Five is a film about past and present, history and responsibility. It has the verve and rush of a thriller as well as the focused engagement of a political drama. At its centre is an historical event: the 1975 murder of five journalists who were working for Australian television and reporting on the Indonesian invasion of East Timor. The movie also explores the fate of a less well-known figure, veteran Australian journalist Roger East (Anthony LaPaglia). The DVD comes with a swag of features, including a director's commentary, behind-the-scenes material, 1975 reportage from East Timor, background documentary shorts and a study guide.Inglourious BasterdsMA, UniversalRating: 3.5/5QUENTIN Tarantino's World War II action-fantasy �� subtitled "Once Upon a Time in Nazi-Occupied France" �� was an undeniable return to form at the box office. Its performance even surpassed that of Pulp Fiction. It's not, however, Tarantino at his best. It's entertaining in many ways but there are a few too many longueurs and clunky moments, even though he's devoting himself to two subjects that absorb and stimulate him: revenge and the movies. One of the most memorable aspects of the film is the scene-stealing role Tarantino gives to Austrian actor Christoph Waltz and it's an opportunity Waltz seizes with relish.Harry Potter and the Half-Blood PrinceM, WarnerRating: 4/5VARIOUS directors have had their chances with the Harry Potter franchise and until this movie, the standout was Alfonso Cuaron's The Prisoner of Azkaban. But David Yates, directing his second Potter film, puts himself in the same league with this slow-moving, quietly engrossing version of the increasingly bleak goings-on at Hogwarts. In a film with a strong, almost expressionist, visual style, Jim Broadbent gives a well-judged performance as teacher Horace Slughorn, who assiduously cultivates the best and brightest of his students while repressing a terrible secret. The only disappointment comes towards the end, when Yates' handling of one of the most dramatic developments in the whole series seems a little clumsy.


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Goodbye chip and PIN, even market stalls will soon take contactless payments thanks to PayPal2 March 2015
PayPal is soon to introduce a new version of its card reader for small businesses and market traders that will also accept contactless payments through built-in NFC technology. The company had previous ranged a PayPal Here chip and PIN reader that could... >>
Forget fish 'n' chips in newspaper, NFC chips in magazines are the next big thing2 January 2015
Print advertising is not dead, it just needs to adapt to survive, says BMW. The car manufacturer has teamed with London-based tech start-up Tamoco to add NFC chips to magazine ads in order for readers to interact with the printed page. Tamoco already... >>
Be like a Jedi and pay for your travel or shopping with a wave of your hand16 December 2014
For the Christmas season, Barclaycard is trialling a new format for contactless payments: gloves. Its prototype contactless payment gloves enable shoppers to pay for bus or Tube journeys in London or for their items in shops using just a wave of a hand.... >>
Give a penny to charity every time you use NFC to pay for travel in London29 October 2014
Barclaycard and the Mayor of London have launched an initiative whereby you can donate a penny to London charities every time you use your contactless payment card on the capital's transport services. Penny for London is possible thanks to Barclaycard's... >>
Over 375,000 passengers use contactless payments on London Tube in a week25 September 2014
Transport for London has revealed that over one million passengers have paid for travel in the capital using their smartphones or contactless payment cards since London Underground started to accept the method. Of those, 375,000 have paid for Tube journeys... >>
Developers wont be able to use iPhone 6 NFC for a while, Apple Pay only16 September 2014
Many, ourselves included, were thrilled to learn that the new iPhones will finally embrace NFC and contactless payments, like their Android and Windows Phone rival devices have been including for years. However, unlike many of the phones on those operating... >>
Apple Pay wants to use NFC and the iPhone 6 to kill the wallet9 September 2014
Apple has announced Apple Pay as its way of improving and replacing the wallet. Apple Pay will only work with the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 plus as it will use NFC to deliver payments. In store it will work much like contactless payments work now with a simple... >>
Apple's iPhone 6 could sport NFC for mobile payments28 August 2014
That age-old rumour about Apple adding NFC to the iPhone's connectivity options has surfaced again, just in time for the company's media event scheduled for early next month. According to Wired, citing unnamed people familiar with the matter, Apple plans... >>
Apple iPhone 6 could feature NFC for payments and Beats pairing12 May 2014
Apple looks set to introduce NFC for the first time in its mobile devices starting with the iPhone 6. This will mean mobile payments from the iPhone as well as NFC pairing to speakers like those made by its allegedly newly bought Beats. The rumour of... >>
London tubes next to accept contactless and smartphone payments instead of Oyster22 April 2014
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Wal-Mart Stores Inc. and Starbucks Corp. are among 19 companies opting out of a $7.25 billion antitrust settlement with Visa Inc. and MasterCard Inc. over fees charged to merchants to process credit-card transactions.
The proposed settlement maintains and strengthens an anticompetitive system that allows Visa and MasterCard to fix so-called interchange fees for banks, the companies said Tuesday in a statement.
The proposed settlement, estimated to be the largest-ever U.S. antitrust accord, has drawn criticism from trade associations and retailers, which contend that it grants the card companies too much leeway to raise rates in the future.
Bentonville-based Wal-Mart, the world's largest retailer, said in a statement in July that it was "disappointed" in the settlement and would encourage merchants to reject the deal.
Other companies joining with Wal-Mart and Starbucks include Gap Inc., Lowe's Cos. and Costco Wholesale Corp., according to the statement.
The case is In re Payment Card Interchange Fee and Merchant Discount Antitrust Litigation, 05-md-01720, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (Brooklyn).
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THOMAS AT THE RADIO: Top 7 Current Rap Songs According to Billboard (Part 5)
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"You will end up alone in life with Little Brother vinyl as your only companion in life as you leave negative comments on Drake videos about how shitty popular rap music is today and seethe with rage as you watch 13 year olds downvote your comment into oblivion"ReplyDelete
this right here!!!Replies
I once had something that was kind of the reverse of this happen when I left a mean, sarcastic comment on a baby-faced high school kid's youtube video about the difference between rappers and MC's, and he thought I was being serious and gave a really nice, positive response, and I just felt like a worthless piece of shit.Delete
Anyway, this is a great segment.
These are my favourite posts on both your websites lads and Im a fan of both your websites. Your ratings system needs to catch on Thomas.ReplyDelete
I think this is the first installment where I was familiar with most of the songs. Good stuff Thomas.ReplyDelete
Yeah me too and Id like to add that I really like No Worries even if it is just boilerplate modren Wayne and I fully agree with the Clique review.ReplyDelete
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Jenelle Evans's Boyfriend Nathan Griffith Says Her Hair Is Turning Gray!
Everyone, please feel free to fly into a total panic. Jenelle Evans's hair is turning gray. We repeat: Jenelle Evans's hair is turning grey. And not in a "homegirl dyed her hair silver" way. In a "homegirl is morphing into a geriatric old lady" way.
In case you need a reminder, Jenelle is still in her early 20s — aka way too young to be aging. However, this poor soul has led quite a dramatic life. In the last couple years alone, Jenelle's been engaged to a gun-enthusiast who pleaded guilty to assaulting her, got hooked on heroin thanks to her swamp lurking ex-boyfriend, married a drug addict, and — oh yeah — was arrested, like, a billion times.
It's hardly a surprise that this lovable A-lister is starting to age, and to be honest we're shocked that her hair didn't give up its will to live long before now. The good news? Jenelle dyes her locks of love on the regular (they're currently a pretty shade of reddish-brown), and her boyfriend, Nathan Griffith, hearts her no matter what she looks like.
"@PBandJenelley_1 is 21 and she is already sprouting gray hair!" Nathan tweeted on October 17. "Damn I didn't know I stressed her out that bad lmao! Love you baby!" Jenelle's response? "lmao f— u."
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iTunes offers 6 seconds of silence for 79p
Somewhat amusingly Apple's iTunes is currently offering 6 seconds of silence as a music download for a rather pricey 79p.
Working out at around 13 pence per second of quiet, the track in question is John Lennon's "Nutopian International Anthem" from the 1973 Mind Games album.
If that doesn't tempt you then perhaps the fact that the silence in question is from the digitally remastered 2002 edition of the album, so will clearly be a better quality of quiet.
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BOSTON - Let me begin with a line from that famous social commentator, Homer Simpson: "Facts are meaningless; you can use facts to prove anything that's even remotely true! Facts, schmacks."
Homer first uttered that creed in 1997, but his quirky skepticism about the schmacks of facts is now the norm.
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FM Transmitter & Charger / Car Mount System for Apple iPhone 4s and iPod (NEWEST AND PREVIOUS MODELS) - GG-FLEXSMART-4i
Learn more about FM Transmitter & Charger / Car Mount System for Apple iPhone 4s and iPod (NEWEST AND PREVIOUS MODELS):
|The FlexSMART 4i is an extremely useful accessory for your vehicle. It functions as both an FM transmitter and a charger for your Apple devices, so you can play music off your iPod (touch, nano, or classic) or iPhone while charging it as well. Dont have an iPod or iPhone? No problem! The 4i also comes equipped with a 3.5mm auxiliary port and cable so you can also play music through your non-Apple devices without any hassle. To start using the 4i, simply plug the DC barrel into your cars cigarette lighter socket and tune the 4i to an empty station. Then match the station with your cars radio and youll have audio! The 4i is perfect for any Apple fan with an older vehicle and an on-the-go lifestyle. Stop fiddling with old mp3 adapters and upgrade your cars capabilities today! Works with iPhone 4S, 4, 3GS, and 3G. Also works with iPhone touch, nano, and classic.
Customer Reviews of FM Transmitter & Charger / Car Mount System for Apple iPhone 4s and iPod (NEWEST AND PREVIOUS MODELS)
item does not fit the 12V10/7/2012
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In older cars Plug in adapter may not hold the unit upright with loose connection. Tunning via radio scan can take a minute or two. You will have to re-tune on long drives especially thru Metro areas with a lot of signals, rural area driving no difficulty.
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No matter what I'm doing throughout the day, you will always find me with some sort of item from Crutchfield at hand. Whether it be one of my many pairs of earbuds as I'm hitting the road for a run or race, one of my cameras to capture life's precious moments, jamming to some music in my vehicle, or enjoying a movie or music at home on one of my sound systems. I'm always happy to share my passion and expertise for electronics with you whenever you need help.
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I was interested in a radio for my GTI. Brooke popped up online, fortuitously, and saved me from buying a radio which was too deep for my dash. I told her my needs and also what was not important, and she recommended some models that fit my desires, preventing me from buying features I won't use. She was patient and experienced and my first Crutchfield purchase was easy and quick. Thanks, Brooke!
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Brooke is the best. First time out she made great recommendations for me for a new A/V receiver from Denon. Saved me a bunch of money too. Excellent customer service/sales rep from Crutchfield. Thanks Brooke!
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I was looking for a great pair of headphones so naturally I came to Crutchfield. Brooke was my advisor and wow. Her wealth of knowledge and care blew me away. I like the other advisors here to but I always hope I get Brooke when I need to chat about a product. She has become my favorite advisor. She is a great asset to the Crutchfield team and Bill you need to give her a raise and keep her around for a long time.
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I just wanted to say thanks to Brooke for helping with my most recent purchase. She helped me get Satellite Radio to my stock radio. Thanks again for helping me wade through the large amount of electronics Crutchfield has to carry. I will always be a customer.
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I have been dealing with Ms. Brooke lately. She's intelligent and knowledgeable about all things electronic!! Very responsive and accommodating. She will not steer you wrong and provides you with the best fit for your vehicle and wallet. Nice refreshing change in this world of uncaring and impersonal c/s!! Huge asset to Crutchfield. So Mr. Bill don't let her go, in fact, give her a raise! I'll be back to get more stuff from her. Thanks for all your help.
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Wonderful experience to shop on a cell phone, getting feed back from Brooke, and I was done within 10 minutes. She is a great rep. SL
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I was trying to place an order online and I was having trouble with a coupon code. I called the help line and Brooke answered. She was very nice and was able to get the coupon code applied for me and finish my order. I received a confirmation email within just a few minutes. It wasn't a huge order but I still really appreciated her help! Thanks Brooke!
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I had ordered the Nikon D7000 SLR camera and Brooke had taken my order over the phone. Being a highly popular item, and one that was difficult to come by, I knew that I was in for a long wait and hassle. Crutchfield electronics and Brooke in particular made this whole process so amazing. She was always available to answer my questions, and never got annoyed at my constant phone calls : ) She kept on top of my order and called my as soon as it was in. Brooke has caused Crutchfield to earn my repeated business. Thanks for everything!!!
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Brooke was a great help in selecting a head unit for my son's first truck. She was very knowledgeable and pointed me in the right direction. Originally I was looking to purchase an iPod Touch adapter so my son could use his 4th Gen Touch with the factory stereo. But after talking with Brooke I purchased a new head unit with the functionality that I wanted for basically the same price as I was going to pay for an adapter. Plus it is expandable for future needs. Thanks Brooke, I'm sure my son will really enjoy his new set up.
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Brooke was great. I'm fairly electronic illiterate and having Brooke guide me along the process turned what I anticipated being an never ending search of products into a rather enjoyable experience. She was able to answer all my questions as well as suggest products which were very suitable for my needs. Thanks again for your help, Brooke.
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She listened to my needs and gave me great suggestions for equipment that provided the level of performance I was looking for at the best value. I love my new home system!
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It is such a pleasure to deal with Brooke. She doesnt rush you along, she is very knowledgeable and she listens!
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Brooke was VERY helpful and had great product knowledge. Looking forward to other transactions.
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Brooke helped making a decision on a T.V. much easier with her knowledge of the various choices. She also patiently answered a barrage of questions about a lot of other products as well. Will definitely request her to be my advisor again. Thanks Brooke!
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Urbanizing China in War and Peace: The Case of Wuxi CountyLincoln, Toby;
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Lovable Losers: The Heike in Action and MemoryAdolphson, Mikael S.; Commons, Anne;
Yasukuni Shrine: History, Memory, and Japan's Unending PostwarTakenaka, Akiko;
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The Tschida triplets recently achieved Eagle Scout, the highest rank for Boy Scouts, after they completed community service work at their church. Seated (from left) are Tom and Joe; Dave is standing. Their grandmother has sewn every badge the boys have earned onto their uniforms. Bulletin photo by Judy Spooner
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Kathryn Troy
Kathryn Troy is the former Director of The Conference Board's Performance Excellence research program, and currently consults on research with the Board. She is a retiree of The Conference Board.
She authored more than 25 Conference Board reports covering such topics as customer strategy, corporate branding and communication practices, quality, and change management. Prior to joining the Board, she worked for 13 years as a business planner and research manager at divisions of Time Inc. and CBS.
Publications by Kathryn TroyResearch Report
Making Innovation Work: From Strategy to Practice
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Branding on Site: Customer Relationships in the Digital Marketplace
10 December, 2001
Managing the Corporate Brand
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Corporate Volunteerism: How Families Make a Difference
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I have been tasked with writing a user profile analysis program. Beforelist
re-inventing the wheel, I want to find out if there is already one
available that will be a quick-start help. So far, my searches have
proven unfruitful. It appears to take a special talent to put words
together in a way that returns the result set required - and I don't
seem to have that talent...
What I am envisioning is a program that brings up a subfile of user
profiles on the system. It should be able to locate to specific
profiles, and probably should be able to sort by user description as
well as user profile name.
When a user profile is selected, a second screen would come up that
shows all relevant information regarding that user profile, and then
(from a file specific to our company) give a subfile of menu options
that the user has authority for.
This program should also be able to print one or all user profiles and
the menu options that each profile has authority to.
I hoping for at least RPGLE if not SQLLE, and the use of APIs to gather
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We've Been a Forever Family Since...
Nov 2009
Type of Adoption and Age(s) of Child(ren)
We have adopted a beautiful 4 year old daughter from China from the Waiting Child Program!
So I guess, that technically makes us International Adopters of a Special Needs Older Child from China.
My Family's Adoption Story
Why Adopt?
Why China?
Why Waiting Child Program?
We had wanted to adopt since before we had any children. Back in Winnipeg, we were on an adoption list - but we got pregnant, so we got removed from the list.
As to why we wanted another one? Well, when we had no children, the family did not feel 'complete'... so we had our 1st child. Then, the family felt complete... for a while. Then we realized we wanted another child, and welcomed our 2nd. Again the family felt complete, for a while. We then had our 3rd child. And realized that the family felt complete... but only for a while. See a pattern forming?
However, this time, we thought, do we want more than 4 children? That, I'm not sure.
So it became apparent, that if this was to be our last child, now would be *possibly* our last chance to adopt.
I guess the bigger underlying question, is not "why did we want another child", but why does anyone want children.
And if you do have 1 child, what makes you want a 2nd? 3rd? 4th? ... 12th?! Crazy I suppose.
Children bring so much joy and wonder and love into your home - it is amazing!
I don't think I can fully describe why we want children, just that we do.
And it is amazing and wonderful and beautiful.
Challenging at times, for sure.
Frustrating? Check.
Crazy? Absolutely!
And so indescribable on many levels.
So yes, we wanted to adopt, it was always part of our family plan.
And why adopting vs just another 4th biological child?
I almost think that that question isn't important.
How you have your child is not nearly as important as why you have a child.
Whether it is by biological means, adoption, fostering, or some other means, you have your child.
Is one way better than another? I don't think so.
To think so would de-value an adopted child, or elevate a biological child...
Neither of these are good, or true.
The bottom line for us was that, we will love our children because they are our children, not because they are perfect!
- Get connected with other Adoptive Families!
- Don't listen to just "anyone"
- Don't panic
- Follow a good Blog (Hey, how about mine! http://berzenji.blogspot.com )
Carrie Craft, About.com Adoption/Foster Care, says:
It's wonderful to hear such positive comments about adoption and having a large, blended family. I really appreciate the advice of - don't just listen to 'anyone.' Be choosy of where you get your advice. Reading adoption blogs is always a great idea!


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Gnarly Adventurer
Joined: Jan 2012
Location: Philadelphia P.A.
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Well I'm finally picking up my bike from the shop tomorrow. I never thought I would miss her soo much!
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Now officially a Yank.
Joined: Jul 2004
Location: Allen, Tejas. Blissful state...
Oddometer: 23,902
Well, I hear a rumor that Mr. Luap is taking his Cross Country on a big trip with his sweetie on the pillion.
So Paul, how is she running, and how is the comfort?
Just happy :)
Gnarly Adventurer
Joined: Aug 2012
Location: San Diego, CA
Oddometer: 308
2014 line was announced yesterday and I know I am not the only one that realized that the price is less on a few models now and I believe this has to do with Indian bike coming out in a few days. They wouldn't want to many bikes at the same price has there Indian.
Now officially a Yank.
Joined: Jul 2004
Location: Allen, Tejas. Blissful state...
Oddometer: 23,902
The 8-Ball baggers are nice too.
Just happy :)
Beastly Adventurer
Joined: Aug 2007
Oddometer: 1,137
Looks like no more Hardball of Hammer S?
Studly Adventurer
Joined: Dec 2012
Location: Metairie, near New Orleans
Oddometer: 663
Either way, the 8-ball XR, XC, Hammer and Vegas are all SEXEY!!! Anything 8-ball looks gorgeous to me... unfortunately, those are the stripped down models too... no cruise or abs or dual disk brakes. I'd love for them to at least offer that stuff as an option.
Joined: Jun 2004
Location: Louisissippi Coast
Oddometer: 32,073
That new blue and silver 2014 XCT is gorgeous!
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Location: Louisissippi Coast
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I am back from what amounted to about a 4000 mile round trip. I covered 9 states, elevations from sea level all the way up to 11,300 feet, from 42 degrees up to 102 and bone dry to driving rain. I'll take a little time to tell you about what worked and what didn't.
About 2 hours out of the gate I hit a huge thunderstorm. By my best estimate I was in it for about 100 miles. Rain volume ranged from a heavy downpour to moderate rain. I noticed at one point during the heaviest of the rain my radio would cut out and the mode display would read "NAV" versus "FM." I don't have a nav system on the bike. After being in the rain for about 50 miles, my cruise control died. The power light was on, but it would not set.
About an hour after things dried out, cruise started working fine again. I was near a Victory dealer in Athens AL so I thought I'd stop in to chat to see if they were aware of any known issues and quick fixes. The owner and staff at Champion Power Sports could not have been any better. They treated me like royalty and made every reasonable effort to troubleshoot. They didn't find anything wrong. They reckoned, as I did, that water made it somewhere it shouldn't have and created a problem.
Take a look at the accessories in the pic.
The Ram cup holder was fantastic. In the past I have bought new Tom Tom and Garmin motorcycle specific GPS units that didn't last more than two years. At $600 a pop that is frustrating. This time I used a $60 Garmin auto GPS and an Akron GPS handlebar mount. It's a weather resistant case, not waterproof, but it did fantastic through the heavy rain. Just a little moisture on the inside. We'll see how it does over the long haul, but for now I think it's a winner.
I arrived at my destination after my first day of travel with about 500 miles on the clock. I felt surprisingly fresh. More so than I have with any other bike after 500 miles. The seat is the best factory seat I have ever traveled on. It wasn't great, but it was sufficient. A little bit of a scallop shape would likely work wonders.
Going back to the rain. The wind and weather protection on the bike are top rate. I wore a Bell Mag 9 3/4 helmet and the only complaint I had was that water came in under the face shield. It was my first trip with the helmet and I LOVE it. It's the most comfortable helmet I have ever owned. My Nelson Rigg rain suit also earns top rating for performance. It kept me perfectly dry. It is durable, but relatively light with a fairly small pack size.
On day 2 I rode just under 500 miles. I had no issues at all. I arrived fresh. On day 3 I again traveled just under 500 miles. This time in a light rain almost all day. I had no issues. My bud punctured his tire. I used my frame mount bicycle pump and my monkey shit plug kit to get him going again. The bike pump did its job, but it was a workout. I bought a small compressor that day, though if I was limited on space I'd be happy with the hand pump.
The next morning my bud wanted to replace his tire. In Woodward OK there were 2 shops. One was a Kawasaki dealership. They had a tire that would fit for $290.00!!! On top of that they wouldn't make him a priority. The only other shop was a custom Harley building shop. http://www.covingtonscyclecity.com/ These folks don't even do normal work on bikes, but they rolled my bud to the head of the line and spooned on a new tire. They discovered that he had bent his rim when he hit a hole when his tire was low. They happened to have a brand new ($600 if you by it from Harley) take off rim for exactly like his and they GAVE it to him. These guys have won some of the televised build offs. They are very good people and their bikes are pure porn!!!
We parted ways at that point. I continued my ride into NM and CO. I did another 500 mile day with no issues despite a short period of heavy rain. I did notice on a smooth road that my tires were making a bit of an unusual sound on the road. A sound like a more aggressive tread pattern might make. I again arrived fresh and feeling m bike was serving me rather well. My fuel economy ranged from the mid to high 30s over the first 4 days.
On my 5th day I rode my final 100 miles into Crested Butte. I noticed as I was powering up gradual inclines in top gear that the bike made a clicking sound much like valve noise. It was more pronounced as I hit the steep incline going up to Mt Crested Butte.
The next morning when I started the bike and began easing down the mountain, the click had morphed into a bit of a squeal or squeak along with the click. It was frightening. After the bike warmed the noise went away but for the remainder of the trip and even now back home if you do a 5th gear or top gear roll on between 2300-2700 RPMs you'll get that clicking, valve train kind of noise.
I kept the bike parked for the rest of the day. The following day I finally had time to look things over closely. At 3500 miles the front tire had an unusual wear pattern. A bit of cupping if you will. Mainly on the left side. When I started the bike I put my ear close to the various parts of the engine. There is a high frequency noise and a very light tick coming from underneath the clutch cover. There are a few places where the clutch cover gasket is weeping. no drips, no leaks, just a slight discoloration and weeping onto the black part of the engine.
One day while I was in Crested Butte Laurie and I headed over Monarch Pass with some friends. This 80 year old couple was a delight. They each rode a Yamaha 650 cruiser and Laurie rode pillion with me. I hardly even knew she was there. The Victory pulls like a freakin' train! I pushed it through a few of the tighter turns and the bike handles incredibly well. I have no idea what it would take to drag parts on this bike. I do know I will never find out. Handling and clearance are class leading. I managed about 44 MPG (actual) on the tank of gas I used that day. My best by far.
We stopped at the Monarch Pass crest at 11,300 feet to take photos. When I started the bike it died immediately. I had to stay on the gas a little to keep it going when I restarted it. It behaved like a carbed bike might at elevation. We dropped down into Salda for lunch. While we were eating a heavy rain and hailstorm passed over. When I fired the bike up and started going again, I got that same squeal/squeak I got the first morning I rode down Mt Crested Butte. It went away after about 20 minutes. We again stopped at the crest, and again my bike died and needed some throttle to stay going. When we dropped down into Gunnison, it was idling high. It typically idles at about 900-1K . It was idling at 1300. This was the third or fourth time I had noticed this on the trip. All at elevations of over 7K.
I spent about another uneventful (from a motorcycling standpoint) week in Crested Butte before returning home.
The day I left Crested Butte, I rode 700+ miles. I have never done that before. I wore padded bike shorts under my jeans. That helped! On that day I saw temps as low as 42 and as high as 101. The heated grips and seat were amazing. During the heat of the day I stayed fairly comfortable. The engine heat was of no consequence! By the end of the day I was tired, but I must say, I was looking for a distance touring bike that could deliver long haul comfort, and I found it in the Cross Country Tour. I could have never done 700 mile days on any other bike I have ridden. I really appreciated the storage space on the bike. It is second to none in the industry. I want to mention that I encountered heavy crosswinds around mid day on the plains of west TX. The bike managed it very well. It held its line very well and buffeting was kept to a minimum. When I began my southerly trek against the wind, fuel economy went right to hell. On one tank I managed but 31MPG.
On the last day of my trip, I decided to see just how far I could go on a tank of gas. When my gauge read 1/4 tank, I made it 30 miles before the low fuel light came on. The gauge plummeted from 1/8 to zero and low fuel light in the blink of an eye. When I filled up I had 202 miles on the trip odo and it took 5.1 gallons to get the level to the point where I normally take it. The fuel gauge and the fuel mileage computer inaccuracy are annoying and unacceptable for a luxury touring bike.
On balance the bike did what I bought it to do and it delivered! It didn't do it without issues though.
The radio and cruise went out for a period of time.
The valve rattling sound continues under load.
The squeal I got on 2 different days.
The odd noise under the clutch cover.
The oil weeping from the clutch cover gasket.
The unusual wear on my front tire.
The engine dying at 11,300 feet.
The intermittent high idle.
The fuel gauge and fuel mileage computer.
That's it. That's my report!
Now officially a Yank.
Joined: Jul 2004
Location: Allen, Tejas. Blissful state...
Oddometer: 23,902
That color on the scoot looks fantastic! Really glad it met expectations and that you both enjoyed relative comfort through the rain and the cold. My sweetie turns her heated seat on at anything under 65F btw!
Thanks for sharing.
PS I wish my VV had that storage... Its the one BIG drawback with the Vision. The side cases are a joke and really suck for space.
Just happy :)
Gnarly Adventurer
Joined: Aug 2012
Oddometer: 180
Excellent write-up. Thanks for sharing.
My worst fear is, when I die, that my wife will sell all of my motorcycles for what I told her I paid for them.
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Joined: Aug 2007
Oddometer: 1,137
Thanks for the write up, Dranlab. Do you think the valve clatter under load may be pre-ignition? Combined with your high idle/elevation issues maybe your tune isn't quite right.
How many miles on the bike now?
TIA for any info you can share.
If I end up going for a touring bike, the XCTour will be it.
Joined: Jun 2004
Location: Louisissippi Coast
Oddometer: 32,073
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Joined: May 2004
Location: Midwest
Oddometer: 3,779
The BMW guys would tell you "They all do that". Part of the reason I sold my GSA.
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I certainly like hearing about the XCTs excellent wind management as that's the main thing I need in a tour bike.
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What is Copywriting?
Copywriting refers to the use of written communication in business. If you have ever written a mailshot, advert, or the text for your website, that was copywriting, and so the truth is, that makes you a copywriter.
The difference between a copywriter and a good copywriter is… a big waste of money! Let me explain.
Whilst you may be a copywriter in the strict sense of the work, it definitely doesn't make you a good copywriter… and the difference between the two can be lost profits.
You may have a beautiful brochure, a classy looking website, or a large advert in a well circulated newspaper. All too often businesses invest large sums of money in the vehicle that conveys their message, but very little thought goes into the message itself – and can be big money down the drain.
Chances are, if you write the copy yourself, the message is boring and weak. If your message is weak, people will lose interest, turn the page, click the mouse.
On the other hand, good copy, will grab the prospects attention, pull them in a little closer and hold their interest while you subtly bring them around to your way of thinking. Then when they realise how your product or service will greatly enhance their lives, bringing them more happiness, more comfort, more prosperity or whatever else it will do for them, your copy will help them understand why the most important thing they can do right now is to pick up the phone, fill in the form, or take some action.
So many websites, adverts and letters I see today, have clearly had little thought go into the message they are delivering. It doesn't matter if you have the best product in the world, if your sales message is poor you won't sell many. On the other hand, a decent product accompanied by an awesome message will sell by the shed load.
Can you see why it's so important to put sufficient time, energy and thought into the sales message you convey? And why neglecting your copy is akin to leaving a stack of notes on the table and walking away.
Good copywriting can be the difference between surviving and thriving. I hope you can now see why businesses employ a professional copywriting service.
If you would like some help revamping your copy, be it on an advert, website, sales letter or brochure – it would be my pleasure to assist. Contact me now, it would be great to work with you.


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Grilled Reuben Sandwich
I love my panini maker (thank you Tiffany). I have been making a lot of sandwiches so I can use it. Reuben sandwiches are a favorite of my husbands and mine but they can be so fattening. I decided to make them healthier so we could enjoy them guilt free. They taste so good, are easy to make & super quick.
- 2 tbsp ketchup
- 1 tbsp low fat mayonnaise
- 1-2 tsp sweet pickle relish
- 1 dash dried mustard
Combine all ingredients to make a 1000 island dressing (or just use bottled dressing if you prefer).
- 2 pieces of rye bread
- Pastrami or corn beef (as much as desired for your sandwich) – we use pastrami
- Sauerkraut (as much as desired for your sandwich)
- 1 slice of low fat Swiss cheese
Spread desired amount of the 1000 island dressing on both pieces of bread. Add pastrami or corn beef, next add sauerkraut and finally the Swiss cheese. Place in panini maker and cook for 5 minutes or until golden brown and crunchy. If you don't have a panini maker (get one because they are amazing) cook in a skillet, dry. You don't need to spread butter on the outside pieces of bread to make this sandwich crunchy. It's so much better for you too! Enjoy.
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Using the word "cultivating" and "wild" in the same sentence seems a bit odd, doesn't it? Yet that is what I have been doing here in my little slice of suburbia. Again, you might say, that seems odd – why would you want wildness? We have spent the better part of the last several hundred years taming the wildness and conquering nature so that we could live in domesticated splendor.
If I wanted wild, why not just go camping every now and then?
Well, for one reason, I don't like camping. [I'll stay outside all day, but I want to sleep inside at night.]
In addition, there is not enough space in all of our parks and camping spots to support the critters whose habitat we keep mowing down for development.
Finally, I like to see nature every day.
After several years of "cultivation", I am happy to say that I do get to see nature every day. Beautiful, vibrant and diverse nature! This year in particular I have examined bees more closely, discovered flies that look like bees, and found bees that I've never noticed.
Contrary to what you might think, suburbia is a place where we can create habitat. That is my goal in our yard. I create habitat by making conscious decisions such as: plant a diverse mix of regionally native plants; minimize the use of chemicals; create places of habitat by leaving some dead trees, some bare ground, some brush piles; research what I plant to have bloom times throughout the year for pollinator support.
What are the rewards? Butterflies that grow from eggs in my own yard, dragonflies and damselflies looking for a meal pass through on delicate wings, and an adventure happens every day. Do you want your kids and grandkids to clamor for some outdoor time? Make sure there is plenty of nature!
When I walk out my door, birds flush from the shrubs, and dragonflies take flight. How magical is that?
I planted certain flowers close to my office window just so I could watch the hummingbirds while I worked. Caterpillars moved in and the show changed – now I could watch wrens and cardinals hunt for their lunch while I ate mine.
This approach is not expensive, it's not ugly and it's certainly not hard work. It is a conscious effort though. I enjoy the challenge of the research and the hunt for the plants I want to add. The reward is the amazing parade of wildlife that stops by to nibble and refresh.
As if that were not reason enough – that you've just created a little wonderland for yourself and all your visitors to explore and enjoy – realize that you have just helped replace a bit of the habitat that was lost to development.
You have created places where insects, birds and reptiles can be born, and live and thrive! YOU made it happen.
So remember when I said that suburbia is a place where we can create habitat? If we all make a piece of habitat, we can eventually have some big spaces. I recently heard Doug Tallamy speak and he mentioned "stitching" properties together to create habitat. I can't sew worth a darn, but I can do this! And you can too.
So let's cultivate a little wildness in our lives. Let's make OUR home a home for more than just us. Make it a home for wildlife.
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Two Dutch Commuter Trains were involved in a head-on collision in Amsterdam on Saturday.
The collision is still under investigation and the causes of the crash are still unknown.
According to The Globe and Mail, two separate investigations will see if human error or a mechanical fault led to the crash of both trains on the same track.
"We can't say anything about the reason of the crash yet," said Dutch Railways director Bert Meerstadt to Reuters. "That really has to be investigated first. Both trains have black boxes which will be examined and from there, the exact answers will be given. The timing is entirely in the hands of the investigating organizations. They will decide when to make the results public."
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Lagos — Dana Air will review its operations before it starts flying again, its head of corporate communication Tony Usidamen has said.
The airline got its license to resume operation from the federal government Wednesday. The license was suspended after one of its aircraft crashed near Lagos on June 3 and killed 153 people.
Usidamen told our correspondent on phone that the airline is yet to commence operations and it is not selling air tickets for now.
But the airline promised to always adhere strictly to safety procedures when they resume operations.
The Chief Executive Officer of the airline Mr. Jacky Hathiramani said the provision of safe, reliable world-class air transport services has always been "our focus at Dana Air."
"We will continue to adhere strictly to safety procedures as required by the Nigerian Civil Aviation Act and all other relevant local and international regulations, as we resume flight operations shortly," he said.
He thanked the government, the staff and Nigerians for the support.
He said: "The management and the over 558 staff of Dana Air wish to express our deepest appreciation to the Federal Government of Nigeria over the lifting of the suspension of the airline's operations with effect from Wednesday, September 5, 2012, following government's satisfaction with the air-worthiness of the airline after a rigorous technical, operational and financial audit.
"We also wish to thank all Nigerians and our esteemed guests for your prayers since the tragic accident of Sunday, June 3, 2012. Our thoughts and prayers will always be with the families that lost loved ones; we remain committed to assisting them in every way possible and also fulfilling our obligations to them fully, as stipulated by the law."
Meanwhile the Airline Operators of Nigeria (AON) has lauded the decision of the federal government in restoring Dana's license.


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About This 1937 MG VA
Posted: 09 Oct 2009
The 1 1/2 liter MG VA was only in production for three years, 1937-1939. Out of the 2,407 VAs made, only 591 examples were the 2-door, 4 seat Tourer as we have here. One of our clients purchased this car two years ago from the UK. Although we have no documentation, the restoration was obviously a body-off done to a very nice standard. The following is an excerpt from a pre-purchase inspection done in the UK two years ago.
MG VA TOURER Reg No: CTD172 Chassis No: 0807T
We have carefully inspected this car in our workshops and have road tested it over a distance of about 20 miles. We have come to the following conclusions:
1. General Appearance
This is one of the best fully rebuilt VA tourers we have seen in 35 years of specialising in this model. It has been the subject of a total and meticulous rebuild with rear body frame, many rear panels, and high quality paint work. Door fit and gaps are exemplary. The upholstery, dashboard and all weather equipment have all been executed to a high standard.
2. Originality
Great attention has been paid to details both outside and inside the car, and inside the engine bay. Since the car has only covered a few hundred miles since its rebuild was completed the appearance and cleanliness of the underside of the car and chassis matches that of the immaculate engine bay.
3. Driving
With the exception of the cylinder head, the engine has not been rebuilt. The oil pressure is however entirely adequate - 40 psi at normal running speeds and 20 psi at tickover and there is no suggestion of any impending problems.
The steering/brakes/suspension have all been fully rebuilt to exactly standard specifications and we could find no obvious defects. The ride is relatively soft and smooth, the steering reasonably light and precise and the brakes entirely adequate for the performance of the car. All instruments lights etc work as they should. The clutch can be a little jerky at times, but the car has done less than 500 miles since its rebuild and there may be some room for improvement with minor adjustments as things settle down.
Overall, this is an excellent example of the VA tourer and should give many years of enjoyment to its new owner.
Specs & Details
Exterior Color: red
Interior Color: red
Engine: 4
Transmission: manual
Miles Driven: 290 on restoration
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3-4) Let's Tie Hands Firmly
When Atsushi quits his job in the city and returns to his hometown, he finds his younger friend, Satoru, all grown up and a little distant.
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Sequel of 'Let's Tie Hands Firmly'.
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