text:
While in bed and reading about the merits of the slow motion practice method to the golf swing, I diverted my attention and checked my emails on my phone. Our source sent me an email at 10:57pm tonight…I read it… Read More ›
Los Angeles Kings
Nearly One Year Ago, Dean Lombardi Declared…
On September 11, 2010, at the L.A. Kings' Fan Fest I asked Dean Lombardi about the CBA's impact on his decision-making process. He answered: You give anybody too much to chew, that person is not going to be the same… Read More ›
The Good, The Bad And The Ugly
With the start of training camp just around the corner, this is an appropriate time to analyze and evaluate the moves the Kings made this summer. As I have previously stated, expectations for this season are higher than they have… Read More ›
AEG Changes The Tune
Only eight short years ago, Anschutz Entertainment Group (AEG) was playing a much different tune then they are today. Back then, the owners of the Kings were complaining in the newspapers about how much money they were losing on the… Read More ›
I Need An Army Of L.A. Kings' Fans Who Are Ready For War
My name is Bobby Scribe and I'm putting together a special team, and I need me one thousand soldiers. One thousand red-blooded L.A. Kings proud soldiers. Now, y'all might've heard rumors about this thing called Twitter. Well, this evening, I read this… Read More ›
Advocating For The Devil: The Case For A 5-Year Drew Doughty Contract
"Jacob, talk me down. I'm starting to get really nervous about Doughty." So Bobby said to me yesterday afternoon. He often calls when he is feeling low, or confused, or in need of reassurance that his life isn't the suffocating… Read More ›
Willie Mitchell And The Logjam On Defense
For a franchise that has traditionally never had a strong pipeline of prospects with the skills to play in the NHL, the Kings all of a sudden have a very high-class problem. With six playoff tested defensemen already on the… Read More ›
If Drew Doughty's Contract Was For 5 Years, What Would You Pay Him?
So, Drew wants 5. He sure as hell doesn't want 9 and has balked at 7. I would prefer 7. Actually, I would prefer as many UFA years taken away as possible, but we will put that on the "want but… Read More ›
In Praise Of Philip Anschutz
As we impatiently await for the season to start, it is an appropriate time to revisit the old adage that players win games but organizations win championships. At the top of the Kings org chart sits the indomitable owner Philip… Read More ›
The Education Of Dustin Penner
Bobby and Surly have graciously invited me to become a regular contributor to their site. I hope to continue the tradition of producing quality content with an edge while still having a shitload of fun. I plan on focusing on… Read More ›
Zach Parise Must Come
Each time the subject of Zach Parise comes up, I partially tune out. It's not because I don't want to see him as a Los Angeles King. I do. It's because I used to find the odds about the same… Read More ›
Daily Drew Doughty Dose
Drew spoke "recently" (writer does not state when) with thegoodpoint.com…who? Exactly. For those who don't like links, here are Drew's quotes: "Some people were on me for my point production, but I feel like I improved in areas people didn't… Read More ›
You Know You're A L.A. Kings' Fan When…
So, I saw a twitter post that read, "You know you are an LA Kings fan when you spell Stoll instead of still but it looks right to you." The post came from @jorgesilva93. I thought, "you know what, Jorge has a… Read More ›
Part II of Surly & Scribe's Chat With Helene Elliott
Picking up where Part I of the Helene Elliott interview left off, here we go… Scribe: You are the one handling the Doughty negotiations. G.M. Elliott, what is he worth, dollars, cap hit, years? Elliott: You know what, it's a… Read More ›
Ethan Moreau, Is It?
So you already know by now that the Kings have essentially signed Ethan Moreau to a 1-year, $600,000 contract. Technically he has not signed yet, but rather reached an agreement with the Kings on a contract to sign in the… Read More ›


text:
Jacksonville Community Disc Golf Course
Primary tabs
Year Established:
(1 vote)
Beautiful with good variety. A few open, straight holes, some uphill and some downhill with challenging trees and obstacles along the way. Good course for kids and beginners. Great gym and rec complex, with a swimming pool.
Course Details
# Holes: 9
Target Type: DISCatcher
Tee Type: Natural
Course Length: 0ft
Alternate Length: 0ft
Hole Length: Under 300ft: 9 | 300 - 400ft: 0 | Over 400ft: 0
From I-20; exit 185, north on AL-21 for 15.5 miles, left at CR-25/Greenleaf St, right at Alexandria Rd. to community center 0.5 mi on left. From I-59; exit 188, south on AL-211 for 4.3 mile, left on 431 S for 15 miles, left at AL-204 for 9.5 mile, right at Pelham Rd/AL-21 for 1 mile, right at Coffee St. (continue onto A St), left on Alexandria Rd. to community center on the right. Park to left of community center, 1st tee at end of parking lot.
Parking Lot: (
) -85.773198,33.810798
Email: Paden Bates
Phone: 256-509-0316
Course Reviews
It is for beginners. If it wasn't for the previous review, I wouldn't have found any tees.
by wheelthrill on Aug 1, 2011 at 8:51pm
It is for beginners. If it wasn't for the previous review, I wouldn't have found any tees.
Short, easy, take a putter and mid-range (all you need)
No challenge, bad tee markers, herbicide is everywhere, beginners could hit cars, bad basket placement
If you have 20min to spend, go here I guess. They have a pool.
by jwoolley on Dec 29, 2009 at 12:08pm
This course is for beginners. The tees are poorly marked (look for PVC planted in the ground - you must be standing very close to see the markers - I never even found three markers). The land doesn't drain water very well, so be prepared for a muddy experience if it has rained recently. The course design lacks imagination.
Courses Close By
- Lake Point Park, Heflin AL US4(2 votes)
- Rainbow City Disc Golf Course, Rainbow City AL US4(1 vote)
- Shocco Springs, Talladega AL US0No votes yet
- University of West Georgia, Carrollton GA US2(2 votes)
- The Ridge, Springville AL US0No votes yet
- Ridge Ferry Park, Rome GA US1(1 vote)
- WinShape Disc Golf Course, Mt. Berry GA US3(1 vote)
- Log Cabin Course, Mt. Berry GA US3(1 vote)
- Greg Carter Memorial Disc Golf Course, Trussville AL US0No votes yet
- Hawk's Grove Disc Golf Course, Summerville GA US0No votes yet

subset: commoncrawl


text:
By clicking the "Submit" button, you agree to Avvo's Terms of Use. Please see our Community Guidelines and Privacy Policy for information on posting to Avvo and how we collect, use, and share information you provide to us.
5501 Backlick Road Suite 220Springfield, VA 22151
Licensed for 43 years
Go back to Mark's profile.


text:
Originally written on Fox Sports South | Last updated 2/15/13
FOX Sports South: The Hawks knew that the situation with Josh Smith, who will become a free agent this summer, was going to come to a head at some point. How do you think theyve dealt the trade rumors? I think theyve dealt with it as well as you possibly can. They made their presentation to Smith before the season started. One thing we did not hear about on a week-to-week basis was what they were going to do with him. It wasnt until about a week ago that all this came to fruition and thats only because the trade deadline is Feb. 21st. This could have hung over them all year long and been a total distraction. I applaud both Josh Smiths people and general manager Danny Ferry for keeping this basically under wraps and out of the headlines, newspapers and talk shows on a daily basis until about a week ago. FSS: How have the players dealt with not knowing whats going to happen to one of their best players? Its been my experience, regardless of the sport, that all athletes realize f...
Comments are closed.
What do you think?To leave a comment, you can:
All Sports News
Delivered to your inbox
You'll also receive Yardbarker's daily Top 10, featuring the best sports stories from around the web. Customize your newsletter to get articles on your favorite sports and teams. And the best part? It's free!
Follow us on Twitter
|Best of Yardbarker
|NFL News
|MLB News
Today's Best Stuff
For Bloggers
Join the Yardbarker Network for more promotion, traffic, and money.
Company Info
What is Yardbarker?
Yardbarker is the largest network of sports blogs and pro athlete blogs on the web. This site is the hub of the Yardbarker Network, where our editors and algorithms curate the best sports content from our network and beyond.
|© 2015 Yardbarker, Inc. All rights reserved. Use of this website (including any and all parts and components) constitutes your acceptance of these Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. (What's New?)


text:
Warm Sunday; Warmer MondayUPDATED 10:38 PM CDT Apr 20, 2013
High pressure over the region will keep conditions on a disciplined track through the weekend. Expect slightly warmer temps Sunday.
More Video
CommentsThe views expressed are not those of this site, this station or its affiliated companies. By posting your comments you agree to accept our terms of use.blog comments powered by Disqus


text:
Distribute and manage files with git-annex
Data Warehouse
Git-annex is storage software that distributes files across devices, servers, and cloud services. It can encrypt files and keep everything in sync, and it always knows where to find your data.
If you move into a secluded cabin, you cannot expect a broadband Internet connection. When US Debian developer Joey Hess moved to such a place in 2010, he had to find a way to reconcile his work with his new habitat. He only launched his expensive dial-up connection once a week for cost reasons, but he had a whole bunch of servers with a stack of hard drives to synchronize.
Crowdfunding Success
Because of his situation, Hess began to write a synchronization tool for his own purposes that is now used as the underpinnings for the free Git version control software. This tool is now widely available under the GPL as git-annex [1]. Additionally, thanks to a crowdfunding campaign, Hess has also developed the
git-annex assistant web GUI, which makes the software more accessible for end users. See the "Installation" box for more information.
Because git-annex was written by a Debian contributor, a current package is always available in the unstable branch (Sid). For the stable Debian version or other distributions, the easiest installation method is to use the precompiled binary archives. The developer always offers the up-to-date version [2]. After unpacking, you need to add the resulting directory, such as
~/bin/git-annex.linux/, to your
Installing the software, which was written in Haskell, with the Cabal package tool is the reserve of experienced Haskell language programmers: My tests revealed some unmet dependencies.
On the git-annex homepage, Hess describes two target groups for the software: Bob the archivist and Alice the globetrotter. The archivist can use git-annex to manage myriad files in a single directory tree, even though the files are spread across multiple servers and even across removable hard drives. For safety reasons, git-annex can also create multiple copies of each file.
In comparison, Alice is permanently on the road with her netbook and USB hard drive and has rented a web server and cloud storage. Git-annex helps Alice find the correct files while she's on the road. All she needs is a WiFi connection in a café; she automatically encrypts the files she stores with the cloud provider.
Git Plus File-Based Storage
In both scenarios, the users benefit from the fact that Git repositories can store and compare data in a decentralized way. However, the version control system was designed for storing many small source files, not for large video files, which cause performance and space problems. The developer's trick: Git-annex only checks in the metadata, along with a symbolic link, in Git. A proprietary storage back end stores the files in the
.git/annex/ directory.
Git-annex comes with command-line tools that are quickly and easily learned for technically inclined users, especially if they know Git. The following commands convert the
~/annex directory into a git-annex repository named My PC:
cd ~/annex git init git annex init "My PC"
Before you can store files in this directory, you need to put it in
direct mode by issuing the
git annex direct command. This is the only mode in which you have access to the files [3]. By default, repositories are in
indirect mode. Then, all data is stored below the hidden
.git/ directory.
If you want to add another repository to your file storage, such as a USB stick, the commands in Listing 1 will help. They create the repository on the stick and link the two repositories: Each sees the other side as a remote repository, with which it then synchronizes.
Listing 1
Add Remote
01 cd /media/stick 02 git clone ~/annex 03 cd annex 04 git annex init "USB-Stick" 05 git remote add pc ~/annex 06 cd ~/annex 07 git remote add usb-stick /media/stick/annex
To discover how to add files and hand them over to git-annex for safe keeping, check out Listing 2. The
git annex sync command triggers the data sync.
Listing 2
Adding Files
01 cd ~/annex 02 cp /tmp/file1. 03 cp /tmp/file2. 04 git annex add . 05 git commit -a -m 'new files'
Many Accessories
In addition to these basic operations, which are described step by step on the git-annex website [4], numerous variations and accessories are available: The repositories supported by the tool, besides local directories and removable media, include remote servers (assuming they offer SSH access), ownCloud, the Google Drive online service, Amazon S3, Box.com, and Rsync.net. For bona fide archivists, the Amazon Glacier offline store and the public Archive.org are also supported.
GnuPG handles encryption, automatically using a locally generated key by default. If desired, however, users can follow GnuPG customs and encrypt with a specific public key.
To make what sounds like a very technical piece of software more accessible to the general public, Hess wrote the
git-annex assistant. This GUI uses a local web server to provide users with a modern web interface in the browser. Additionally, the tool comes with all modern conveniences: The assistant uses the Linux kernel's inotify interface to detect changed files, for example, and to trigger a sync (Figure 1).
The GUI supports the user right from the act of creating the first repository, and it automatically switches the repository to
direct mode. A web form takes the worries out of setting up remote repositories (Figure 2).
The comprehensive documentation on the project website explains many configuration options and provides recommendations for individual use cases. For example, you can assign specific roles to the individual repositories [5]. A
client contains the files that a user accesses during work;
transfer is useful for servers or removable media that are used exclusively for exchanging data, and
backup, as you might guess, keeps everything backed up.
Despite this backup function, Hess insists that git-annex is not classic backup software – it just has backup features as a side effect. With the correct options, you can even tell git-annex to move only MP3 files of less than 100MB to your player. In a screencast [6], the developer demonstrates some of the settings in the Assistant.
Buy this article as PDF
(incl. VAT)
Buy Linux Magazine
Visit Our Shop
Direct Download
Read full article as PDF:
Price $2.95
NoScript Flaw
Mozilla's script blocker add-on could be putting malware sites on the whitelist.
RIP SSLv3
The Internet community officially banishes the notoriously unsafe Secure Sockets Layer protocol.
Mate 1.1 Arrives
Popular desktop environment continues the Gnome 2 legacy – with new support for the Gnome 3 toolkit.
US Government Requires HTTPS
The Obama White House has issued a memorandum telling all US government agencies they must use HTTPS for all websites and web communication.
Mozilla Signs Firefox Add-Ons
New program will dial up security for the Firefox browser.
Fedora 22 Arrives
Red Hat's community distro embraces the cloud.
Code.org and College Board Team Reach Out for Talented High School Coders
New partnership will bring more and better CS training to US schools
A Peek Inside TeslaCrypt Ransomware
Criminals offer online help over Tor network
Mumblehard Still Spams
Sophisticated malware is still present on Joomla and WordPress sites around the world.
Launchpad Gets Git
Future versions of Ubuntu's code service will support the popular Git version control system used with Linux and other open source projects.


text:
Results 1 to 5 of 5
Thread: Climber
April 1st, 2009 #1
ClimberDon't call me evil, it ain't PC!
Hide this ad by registering as a memberApril 1st, 2009 #2
Perhaps you could be more specific about what you need critique on.
It is an interesting, but strange piece. If it was a character study in a series of turnaround drawings it would make more sense, but on it's own my first thought was that I had nothing to focus on. Especially with his head turned away, there is no focal point.
My Sketchbook
My Sculpting thread
Website: www.deondelange.com"
Comics: www.uocomics.com
Blog: www.jumpsuitblog.blogspot.com"
"Yor's world! Yor's world! He's the man!"
April 1st, 2009 #3
I agree with the above poster. Sorry I can't really crit on much, but first thing that hit me was the mountain face thing he's climbing makes him seem as if he's a few hundred feet tall. The way the cliff is done with details and such gives me the impression that a human would be around the size of his finger or toe. Not sure if that was your intention.
Also like the other poster said, there's not a great focal point because his head is turned. Maybe a better pose would have been to still have him climbing, but his head, and torso be turning towards the viewer, as if he'd ready to jump off the side towards the viewer (hope that made sense)
April 1st, 2009 #4Registered User
- Join Date
- Feb 2006
- Location
- Fallingwater
- Posts
- 5,082
- Thanks
- 1,529
- Thanked 5,197 Times in 1,728 Posts
His right hand is holding a joystick that is so close to the head it is forming like a little unit that attracts the eye too much. Too much tension there. Also the clouds are doing the same thing, they're too interesting.
At least Icarus tried!
My Process: Dead Rider Graphic Novel (Dark Horse Comics) plus oil paintings, pencils and other goodies:
My "Smilechild" Music. Plus a medley of Commercial Music Cues and a Folksy Jingle!:
April 2nd, 2009 #5
Thanks a lot for the comments guys! I agree, the image lacks a focal point, pretty much fails at construction stage. Any comments on the quality of rendering, please?
Don't call me evil, it ain't PC!


text:
You are hereHome ›
Narrow Search
Now showing results 1-10 of 33
The basic chemistry of water, along with a brief glimpse into water's origin on Earth, are discussed in this two page article. The article can be used as a "reading to be informed" activity in a stand-alone fashion or can be incorporated into a... (View More) lesson plan. (View Less)
Materials Cost: Free
Emphasizing the synergies between science and engineering, these video clips highlight the research of professional ocean scientists and engineers in various disciplines. The clips are accompanied by additional relevant content including images,... (View More) data visualizations, graphs, animations, and other information. Content has been organized into more than a dozen thematic areas such as Solving Old Problems with New Technology and Small Scale Observations and Large Scale Ideas. All content has been aligned with science and engineering practices from the Next Generation Science Standards, including "asking questions and solving problems" and "planning and carrying out investigations," providing applicable resources for teachers who want to provide role models of effective practice for their students. (View Less)
Materials Cost: Free
This is a resource about the Sun and its effects on the rest of the Solar System. Learners will watch movie clips and read a guidebook of information about space weather, solar variability, the heliosphere, Earth's magnetosphere and upper... (View More) atmosphere, as well as the solar mysteries that scientists are still studying. (View Less)
This series of laboratory lessons and activities uses authentic solar imagery and data to introduce students to solar science. Students are asked to explore details in imagery, including how to deal with the issues of noise and resolution, and... (View More) understand scale. They are introduced to the concept of space weather and how that affects both observing instruments and the Earth. Students learn about spectra, how helium and coronium were discovered, and go on to explore real spectra from the Sun. Most activities are mathematically based, and targeted for grades 9-10. Imagery is included from NASA/ESA's SOHO mission, NASA's SDO mission, and Japan's Hinode satellite. (View Less)
Materials Cost: Free
This is a poster about radiation in space. Learners can read about the Van Allen belts and how NASA's Van Allen Probes are investigating the influence of the Sun's energy on Earth. The activity version also includes math problems, a vocabulary... (View More) matching game, a communication research challenge, and a toolbox of web resources. (View Less)
Materials Cost: Free per group of students
This is a collection of mathematics problems relating to the moons of the solar system. Learners will use simple proportional relationships and work with fractions to study the relative sizes of the larger moons in our solar system, and explore how... (View More) temperatures change from place to place using the Celsius and Kelvin scales. (View Less)
Materials Cost: Free
Following a brief introduction to tidal energy, this article discusses the use of tidal generators to convert that energy into electricity. The article also features a description and images of the Invergordon, Scotland tidal energy generator. This... (View More) lesson is part of the Climate Kids website, a NASA education resource featuring articles, videos, images and games focused on the science of climate change. (View Less)
The site features an online game in which participants keep recyclable items out of the trash by guiding them into proper bins. Accompanying the game is a list of three categories of items that can be recycled, along with the benefits of doing so.... (View More) This lesson is part of the Climate Kids website, a NASA education resource featuring articles, videos, images and games focused on the science of climate change. (View Less)
The movement of Arctic air, known as the Arctic oscillation, can and will cause periodic extreme winter weather outside the Arctic region - the harsh winter experienced in many parts of the U.S. in 2010 is a recent example. This article explains the... (View More) connection between the two events. This article is part of the Climate Kids website, a NASA education resource featuring articles, videos, images and games focused on the science of climate change. (View Less)
This toolkit was designed to help presenters - particularly scientists and engineers - easily present to elementary and middle school audiences and feel confident that the information they are presenting is developmentally-appropriate. The site... (View More) includes PowerPoint presentations on Earth's water cycle, with talking points and suggestions. Best practices are also included for elementary and middle school presentations that provide helpful suggestions before, during, and after the presentation, as well as a list of additional resources. (View Less)
Materials Cost: Free


text:
ambition - meaning in Malayalam
Pronunciation of ambitionഐമ്ബിശന
Meanings of ambition in Malayalam[Show Transliteration]
Inflected formsambitions (noun plural)
ambitioned (verb past tense)
ambitioning (verb present participle)
ambitions (verb present tense)
Definitions and Meaning of ambition in Englishambition - noun
- a cherished desire
- a strong drive for success
- have as one's ambition
Follow us on Facebook
Synonyms of ambition
Antonyms of ambition
No matches.
Information provided on ambition
Meaning and definitions of ambition, translation in Malayalam language for ambition with similar and opposite words. Also find spoken pronunciation of ambition in Malayalam and in English language.
Tags for the entry "ambition"
Hindi meaning of ambition, ambition meaning in Malayalam, ambition definition, examples and pronunciation of ambition in Malayalam language.
Also see: ambition in Hindi


text:
Videos - Page 19
Royal Wedding Photos, Videos and More!
If you're anything like me, you were fast asleep at 2:00 this morning when coverage of the Royal Wedding kicked into gear, don't worry, our sister station 107.9 The River has everything you need to relive the
Creative Ways to Decorate Your Easter Eggs [VIDEOS]
The Easter practice of egg decorating has meaning behind it: the egg itself represents rebirth, something early Pagans celebrated during the spring season, and was later adopted by Christians to represent the resurrection themes of the Easter holiday. Back in the olden days, colored eggs were decorated in springy hues and given away to lovers and friends sort of the same way we do with Valentines. The egg tradition has held over as the holiday evolved, with most people using store-bought dyeing packages to color their hard boileds.
This year, stray from the usual and create unique Easter egg decorations with the help of these video tutorials.
Easy Easter Dessert Recipes [VIDEOS]
Though technically a religious holiday, Easter has become more synonymous with milk chocolate candies in the shapes of eggs and bunnies, fruity snacks in springy hues and all sorts of decadent desserts. Stock up on the goods in stores, but also think about making a few of your own delectable treats this year.
Free Film Friday – Scream 4 [VIDEO]
This month, FREE FILM FRIDAY dares to scare as we proudly present the Casper premiere of SCREAM 4! Join team Adbay, Townsquare Media, KCWY-13 and Hilltop National Bank at 1PM on Friday, April 15th to enjoy the much-anticipated followup to the SCREAM trilogy. This film, starring series favorites Neve Campbel
Larry Shyatt Introduced as UW Basketball Coach
Wyoming basketball coach Larry Shyatt speaks to fans and members of the media during a press conference introducing him as the new Wyoming men's basketball coach on Wednesday night, April 6th at the University of Wyoming in Laramie, Wyo.
Report: Katie Couric to Leave 'CBS Evening News'
She's used to breaking headlines, but today, Katie Couric is making some of her own.
According to a report from the AP, Couric is leaving her historic anchor post at 'CBS Evening News' after joining the program less than five years ago, in 2006. Her next move: a syndicated talk show, which is expected to launch in 2012.
Win the Best Seats in the House for Josh Gracin on April 16th
Josh Gracin served as a U.S. Marine, made it to the top 5 on the second season of American Idol, finished out his time in the service, and then shot to the top of the Country charts – and hasn't slowed down yet.
New Wyoming Reality TV Show Casting For Teens April 2 [VIDEO]
"Wyoming's Call Of The Wild" will debut on the Sportsman's Channel in 2012 - and on Saturday, April 2, they're doing an open casting call. It's a new show featuring young adults 14 years of age and older who want (or need) to reconnect with the outdoors through a hunting and fishing adventure in Wyoming! Read on to find out where to go if you want to get cast - and see a teaser video for the show.


text:
Thanks for redeeming.{{else}}
Success! Thanks for repurchasing.{{/if}} {{else}} {{#if Expired}}
Increase my visibility!{{else}} {{#if IsMultiPack}}
{{#if HasMultiPack}} You have {{MultiPackCount}} top spot(s) left. Now loading you into the search listings... {{else}} You have used all top spots. Now loading you into the search listings... {{/if}}{{else}}
We are loading you into the search listing pages...{{/if}} {{/if}} {{/if}} {{/if}}
{{Current}} just saw you!{{/if}} {{#if LastTopSpotPurchaseIsMulti }} {{#if HasAnyTopSpot}}
{{#if HasFreeTopSpot }} {{ UnclaimedTopSpotFree }} Free {{/if}} {{#if HasPaidTopSpot }} {{#if HasFreeTopSpot }} & {{/if}} {{ MultiPackCount }} {{/if}} Top Spot{{#if Plural}}s{{/if}} Left{{else}}
0 Top Spot{{#if Plural}}s{{/if}} Left{{/if}} {{else}} {{#if HasFreeTopSpot }}
{{ UnclaimedTopSpotFree }} Top Spot{{#if Plural}}s{{/if}} Left{{/if}} {{/if}} {{else}} {{#if HasResults}}
{{Current}} see you now!{{else}} {{/if}} {{/if}}
You can now invite anyone to meet at your favorite Starbucks.
Limited-time feature
30 year old man | Clear Lake City, TX, USA | Seeking women 21-30 within 50 miles
I know what I want and where I'm headed so I won't waste time with a girl I want a woman
I am a big believer in laughter. Laughter solves alot , and if it doesn't then you need to laugh harder. Here is an interesting fact the body is between 85-90% of made up of water. So in case you weren't interested in me at least you learned something. I'm a very physically active person, running, bike riding, p90x ,insanity, and running from my boss when he ask me to do something. I am currently back in school for something completely do now. I work insurance , and no i'm not an agent. Yes i do work for Progressive and no I don't know FLO. My family is my priority , and second to that is enjoy life to the fullest. I'm looking for a laid back chill girl that understands that blue jeans and music in the apartment on a Friday and Saturday night can be just as fun as going out. I enjoy both but just getting to the age that the bar life doesn't have the same appeal. If you feel that you can be as sarcastic as I am just stop right there because likely you are not and if you are well I would have to see that. Message me, ignore me, or ask me anything you would like. I'm pretty open and honest.
Alumni connections , Coffee and conversation , Business networking , Cooking , Exploring new areas , Playing sports , Volunteering , Watching sports , Wine tasting
Baseball, Football, Running, Weights / Machines, Yoga
I exercise 5 or more times per week.
Don't display my sign
My couch!!!! But I love Washington Ave. MIdtown , Rice Village, And Sushi and Thai resteraunts.
I love football (but who doesn't it's texas). Unfortunately, i've recently moved to Clear Lake and my apartment isn't wired for certain cable carriers so I'm limited on what I can watch
I enjoy working out. I have currently lost 80 lbs and enjoy being very active. I am also attempting to teach myself salsa dancing and other fun activities. All in all i'm pretty open to do anything that gets me off my couch and out and about
The Big Short by Michael Lewis "The Way of the Peaceful Warrior"- Dan Millman
Z{{Cta}} {{#if HasMoreInfo}} ?{{CtaSecondary}} {{/if}}
|What he is looking for
|6'1" (185cms)
|5'0" (152cms) to 5'6" (167cms)
|Body type:
|I'll tell you later
|Big and beautiful, About average, Curvy, Athletic and toned, A few extra pounds
|No preference
|Dark brown
|No preference
|I'll tell you later
|No preference
|Social Drinker
|No preference
|I'll tell you later
|No preference
|$35,001 to $50,000
|No preference
|No preference
|Have kids:
|No preference
|Wants kids:
|No preference
|Latino / Hispanic
|No preference
|Christian / Catholic
|No preference
|Bachelors degree
|No preference
I have a degree in Economics and Business Administration. And currently back in school to get certified to work in the refineries.


text:
We specialize in private Geneva airport transfers to and from all destinations in the alps. The "Deluxe" team ensure your trip gets off to the best possible start by providing the very highest standard of service in the business. All over the Alps, any destination, any distance, any time.
Our Professional VIP Chauffeur service is available 24/7 for all your transport needs - Private jet pick-up service, Private Geneva airport transfers, Ski resort transfers, Geneva limousines, Business Meetings and conferences.
For further information please Contact Us - for a quote please fill in the Enquiry Box to the right and we will get back to you within 24 hours.
- Chamonix wedding cars
- New Mercedes V-Class has arrived
- Chamonix private transfers
- New V-Class In Chamonix
- Chamonix to Vevey/Montreaux
Click on the links above to view our latest news.
Deluxe Transfers are a French registered, fully insured company which hold a French issued international operators license.
License No. 2010/82/0000444
No. Siren 520543059
Geneva airport transfers, Courchevel airport transfers, Val D'isere airport transfers, Chamonix to Geneva airport transfers, Chamonix taxi, Geneva taxi


text:
Timeline of Lowell History
- Login to add to Favorites
- 0 Comments
c. 1600: Passaconaway, a Pennacook chief living at Pawtucket Falls, emerges as leader of the Merrimack Valley's native peoples.
1635: English settlers move into the valley.
1652: The area called Wamesit, between the Merrimack and Concord rivers, is declared Indian territory.
1655: Chelmsford is chartered on the Merrimack River, on land that is now Lowell.
1710: The Varnum family builds a gristmill on the Merrimack River.
1737: A small textile mill is built on land that will become Lowell.
1814: Francis Cabot Lowell invents the American power loom. Boston Mfg. Co. is established on the Charles River in Waltham, MA.
1822: The first large textile mill is built on land that will become Lowell. Local men and Irish workers from Boston dig Lowell's first power canal.
1823: Merrimack Mfg. Co. produces its first textiles. Most workers are young Yankee women from the countryside: "mill girls."
Please Note: This information was accurate at the time of publication. When planning a trip, please confirm details by directly contacting any company or establishment you intend to visit.


text:
Saturday, June 4, 2011
© Copyright 2015 Gwinnett Daily Post
LAWRENCEVILLE -- Kyle Puttkammer has never been afraid to put himself out there.
He typically welcomes customers into his business with cries of, "Welcome to Galactic Quest, the greatest comic book store on the face of the Earth," and likely has been doing so since the store's beginning. He drives a Toyota Corolla painted red with the black "Spider-Man" logo and webs wrapped around.
The lanky, strong-faithed family man became the enthusiastic face of Atlanta "Star Wars" fanatics when the remastered movies were released in the mid-'90s, his face no stranger to local TV broadcasts and voice a common occurrence on radio airwaves.
Galactic Quest, still chugging along as it celebrates its 20th anniversary, got free publicity while its founder goofed off for cameras and microphones.
"I look back at those videos, and for the most part I was proud of my work then. But sometimes I look back and I'm like, 'Doh,'" Puttkammer said recently, hand slapping forehead.
His self-proclaimed role as a "spokesperson and cheerleader for the industry" has paid off, enabling him to support a family of four on the profits from a comic book store.
As Puttkammer pointed out in between graphic novel plot discussions with a customer, his business has been fortunate enough to take advantage of several different waves in the industry: the early '90s onrush of comic book collectors begat the re-release of the "Star Wars" movies, which begat the "Pokemon" craze, which begat a string of superhero movies in more recent years.
But then again, the father of two estimates that some 40 comic book stores have emerged in the Atlanta market during that same 20-year period, only to fall by the wayside.
Galactic Quest, time has shown, is different.
"It's just always been kind of a friendly environment," said Jesse Callaghan, a customer for 10 years.
"There are other similar shops that just aren't the same," added 33-year-old Matthew Tullis, who has shopped and hung out at Galactic Quest since he was 18. "You get into a place like this and it feels like 1980s 'Cheers,' where everybody yells, 'Norm!' You just get that homey feeling."
Puttkammer was still working in "the real world," as he puts in, when a coworker at QuikTrip pointed to the gas station's tiny comic book rack.
"He said, 'We should sell those,'" Puttkammer recalls with a grin.
With $300 in cash and another $300 worth of comic books, he did. For a year he plied his wares on weekends at a flea market, that coworker doing his own thing with baseball cards.
"Any time I would sell anything, I would take it and reinvest and reinvest and reinvest" before being able to open a store and go full-time, he said.
That first store was in the Old River Depot before moving to a tiny spot on Gwinnett Drive for a decade, then to Sugarloaf Parkway. A second store opened in Buford in 1997.
Galactic Quest's current Lawrenceville location is on West Pike Street, roughly halfway between downtown and Ga. Highway 316.
Changes of scenery aside, the customers have stayed constant and plentiful.
Longtime customer John Vandergrift, a middle-aged man who has been with Galactic Quest since the beginning, describes the store in one word: "Solace."
"The journey itself, there are a million stories and a million things that have happened between then and now," Puttkammer said. "But one of the big things is what it means to the customers."
"This is a business, yes, but it's also therapy in many ways. I've had so many customers that just want to escape their troubles."
The fact of the matter is that Puttkammer sees that, allows them to and fashions his entire business around the concept.
Much more than a store, Galactic Quest has evolved into a hangout and safe haven for kids and adults alike. It's typical to see a group of GQ-loyalists playing a game of "Magic: The Gathering" or another fantasy-based card game on the Lawrenceville store's many tables. Candy and drinks keep players fueled.
Comic book discussions are common, and weekly art classes in the shadow of an enormous superhero-themed mural delve deeper into the finer aspects of the craft. A movie theater at the Buford location screens the latest action and fantasy flicks.
Puttkammer frequently travels around the county and metro-Atlanta area visiting libraries and schools, teaching art classes and introducing kids and parents to the positive aspects of comic books.
Galactic Quest's focus on community seems to be what has granted it a continued, thriving shelf life while other stores have gone sour. Creating it, Puttkammer said, is a "responsibility that we take seriously."
"The older I get the more embarrassed I am about the fact that I can't remember everybody's names between the two stores, and I can't remember all the things that happened," he said. "But that doesn't mean that it's not special. I realize that we are making a difference in the community."
Because many of the youngsters that come to and hang out in his store are "troubled youth," Puttkammer developed a "gamer's code of conduct" several years ago.
The amusing but meant-to-be-followed set of rules covers much of what you might expect, including, to paraphrase, that gamers and customers will show good sportsmanship and not "break stuff" or curse. There's also the store's personal spin on bathroom etiquette ("If you can't aim, you can't game"), and another gem unlikely to be seen at any other establishment: "Female gamers are rare ... If I hit on them, they may become more rare."
In many ways the code embodies the way Puttkammer runs his entire business -- be respectful and make everyone feel welcome, and good things will come.
"I can't tell you how many comic book stores I go into on the road for business," Vandergrift said, "and not a single, 'Hi, how are ya?' Nothing."
More like this story
- Modern Marvel: Galactic Quest celebrates 20 years in comic books ( June 3, 2011 )
- Galactic Quest comic book retailer expands to cyber space ( January 22, 2014 )
- Stores to give away free comics ( May 1, 2009 )
- Local store owner starts own comic book series ( June 30, 2009 )
- Galactic Quest stores to mark annual 'Comic Book Day' ( May 4, 2011 )


text:
The Milwaukee County Board has had a sudden fit of frugality — but it's only because board members have found yet another way to twist the knife deeper into the back of the county executive.
The latest twist: The County Board's budget committee Friday voted to give Chris Abele's top seven administrators pay cuts. That would cap the pay for most top administrators at $120,000 a year. Administrative Services Director Don Tyler, as one example, would get a $22,100 pay cut, or nearly 16%.
Now, we're all for efficient government and doing more with less. Most businesses have been doing this for years.
But that has been the main goal of Abele during his time as county executive. And this isn't so much doing more for less — it's more political payback. The interim Corporation Counsel Paul Bargren told the board that Act 14, which was backed by Abele and sharply limited board power, might prevent members from making the pay cuts. They plowed ahead anyway.
Anything to twist that knife.
All the more reason to limit supervisors' power.
Milwaukee caregivers and advocates fighting the city's appalling rate of infant mortality may have moved the needle on a significant risk factor: premature birth. While the Wisconsin rate was about the same as the year before in statistics released last week, the city's rate dropped slightly to 10.6% for 2012 from 11.3% in 2011. It's a small change, but at least the rate is headed in the right direction, and that's important because about half of all infant deaths in Milwaukee are associated with premature birth, the Milwaukee Health Department reports. Two years ago, city officials set a goal of reducing the city's infant death rate to historic lows by 2017.
And speaking of kids, as we enter the flu season, a reminder: Even healthy children can die from the flu, as a new study in the journal Pediatrics reports. The takeaway for us is that even younger residents will benefit from flu shots. Milwaukee health officials began spreading that message last week, encouraging children 6 months and older to get the shot, which for kids under the age of 9 is given in two doses, four weeks apart. "The study is a big wake-up call for parents to get their kids vaccinated," said Paul Biedrzycki, director of disease control and environmental health for the Milwaukee Health Department. Good advice.
It's early. That was about all you could say in analyzing a Marquette University Law School poll last week that showed the 2014 gubernatorial race a dead heat between Gov. Scott Walker and the only announced Democratic challenger. In the poll, Walker had 47% and Mary Burke had 45%. With the election a year away and Burke just in the race, it's no surprise that most people polled didn't know much about her (70% said they didn't know enough to have an opinion). And, as always with Walker, opinions about the controversial governor are pretty well decided. The poll found that 50% of those surveyed had a favorable opinion of Walker and 46% had an unfavorable opinion of him. What this tells us is that at some point, and soon, the two sides will try very hard to draw on that blank slate that is Mary Burke.
And, finally, our congratulations to one of the brights spots in an otherwise dismal season for the Milwaukee Brewers. Carlos Gomez won the Rawlings Gold Glove award last week as the best centerfielder in the National League. He beat out two other finalists, Andrew McCutchen of the Pittsburgh Pirates and Denard Span of the Washington Nationals. The last time a Brewers player won a Gold Glove was in 1982 when Robin Yount won it for playing shortstop. As the Journal Sentinel's Tom Haudricourt reported, Gomez was credited with 38 defensive runs saved, which led all major-league centerfielders, and a career-high 12 assists, second in the league. He also made five catches that robbed batters of home runs — occasionally putting his body at risk to do so. Gomez is an exciting player who, we hope, can help lead a comeback for the team in 2014.


text:
The No. 7 American University wrestling team travelled to College Park, Md., on Friday evening to take on No. 20 Maryland where the Eagles came up on a short end of a 23-14 decision.
Maryland got off to a quick start as Shane Gentry earned a tight 2-1 decision over Thomas Williams at 125 lbs. Geoffrey Alexander then earned a technical fall over AU's Chris Brienza and the Terps opened up an 8-0 lead after two bouts.
No. 9 Matt Mariacher got the Eagles on the scoreboard with a 7-4 decision over Frank Goodwin at 141 lbs. and Kevin Tao followed with a 12-4 major decision against Ben Dorsay to cut the Terps lead to 8-7.
In the first of three bouts between ranked opponents, No. 4 Ganbayar Sanjaa pushed the Eagles into the lead with an impressive 14-6 major decision against No. 16 Kyle John at 157 lbs. American lead, however, was shortlived as No. 2 Josh Asper recorded a technical fall against AU's Sean McCarty at 165 lbs. to give the Terps a 12-11 advantage.
Maryland won the next two bouts at 174 lbs. and 184 lbs. to take a 20-11 lead. At 174 lbs., No. 17 Jimmy Sheptock earned a technical fall against Phillip Barreiro and then Ty Snook registered an 8-3 decision over AU's Thomas Barreiro at 184 lbs.
At 197 lbs., No. 8 Daniel Mitchell made his first appearance of the season for American, although he came up on the short end of a 7-6 decision to No. 20 Christian Boley. Mitchell held a late lead, but a takedown by Boley with 45 seconds remaining proved to be the difference.
In the final bout of the night, No. 1 Ryan Flores earned his first victory as the top-ranked heavyweight with a 7-3 decision over No. 10 Spencer Myers. This marked a rematch of the NWCA All-Star Classic bout on November 21 where Flores posted an 11-2 major decision.
American will return to action next Saturday, December 10 with a dual at George Mason. The action will get underway from Fairfax, Va., at 7:30 p.m.
#20 Maryland 23, #7 American 14
125 - Shane Gentry (Maryland) dec. Thomas Williams (American), 2-1; Maryland 3-0
133 - Geoffrey Alexander (Maryland) tech. fall over Chris Brienza (American), 17-2; Maryland 8-0
141 - No. 9 Matt Mariacher (American) dec. Frank Goodwin (Maryland), 7-4; Maryland 8-3
149 - Kevin Tao (American) major dec. Ben Dorsay (Maryland), 12-4; Maryland 8-7
157 - No. 4 Ganbayar Sanjaa (American) major dec. No. 16 Kyle John (Maryland), 14-6; American 11-8
165 - No. 2 Josh Asper (Maryland) tech. fall over Sean McCarty (American), 19-4; Maryland 12-11
174 - No. 17 Jimmy Sheptock (Maryland) tech. fall over Phillip Barreiro (American), 17-2; Maryland 17-11
184 - Ty Snook (Maryland) dec. Thomas Barreiro (American), 8-3; Maryland 20-11
197 - No. 20 Christian Boley (Maryland) dec. No. 8 Daniel Mitchell (American), 7-6; Maryland 23-11
285 - No. 1 Ryan Flores (American) dec. No. 10 Spencer Myers (Maryland), 7-3; Maryland 23-14


text:
Blog Archives
July 29th, 2010 at 8:10 am
A&E Presents The Original One-Hour 'Confessions of the D.C. Sniper With William Shatner: An Aftermath Special' Tonight at 10p
via press release: EXCLUSIVE: LEE BOYD MALVO REVEALS SHOCKING NEW DETAILS ABOUT THE D.C. SNIPERS' KILLING SPREE A&E PRESENTS THE ORIGINAL ONE-HOUR[Read-More]
July 29th, 2010 at 8:10 am
'The Nanny' Launches With Week-Long Nightly Marathons On TV Land
via press release: FRAN DRESCHER IS IN CHARGE WHEN "THE NANNY" JOINS TV LAND BEGINNING AUGUST 2 Network Celebrates Launch With Week-Long[Read-More]
July 29th, 2010 at 8:08 am
ESPN 3D Schedules First Three 2010 College Football Games
via press release: ESPN 3D Schedules First Three 2010 College Football Games The first two weeks of ESPN 3D's inaugural college football[Read-More]
July 29th, 2010 at 8:06 am
ESPN Films Announces '30 for 30' Fall Schedule
via press release: ESPN Films Announces '30 for 30' Fall Schedule Alex Gibney, Steve Nash, Ron Shelton and John Singleton among the[Read-More]
July 29th, 2010 at 7:59 am
FOX and Vanity Fair Partner on First-Ever Promotion for New Drama 'Lone Star'
via press release: FOX BROADCASTING COMPANY AND VANITY FAIR MAGAZINE PARTNER ON FIRST-EVER PROMOTION FOR NEW DRAMA "LONE STAR" DVD of Premiere[Read-More]
July 28th, 2010 at 7:14 pm
'In Plain Sight' Renewed by USA for Two More Seasons
USA has picked up In Plain Sight for two additional seasons[Read-More]
July 28th, 2010 at 5:14 pm
Partial Transcript of President Obama's Appearance on 'The View,' Airing Tomorrow
via press release: SELECT CONVERSATIONS FROM PRESIDENT BARACK OBAMA'S HISTORIC APPEARANCE ON "THE VIEW" Full Interview Airs Tomorrow, Thursday, July 29 at[Read-More]
July 28th, 2010 at 3:55 pm
Tuesday Cable: Deadliest Catch, Covert Affairs, White Collar, Pretty Little Liars, Teen Mom & More
Deadliest Catch was still strong. MTV's Teen Mom crushed ABC Family's Pretty Little Liarswith women 18-34. Meanwhile, struggles for White Collar?[Read-More]


text:
That echoes recent modelling work by Greg Novak of the Paris Observatory in France and Jeremiah Ostriker of Princeton University. They suggest that AGNs can be triggered by galactic gas moving inward after cooling by a large amount, and by unstable discs of gas and dust that break apart and fall towards the black hole (The Astrophysical Journal, doi.org/fngbsd). That would make AGN flare-ups much more erratic and unpredictable.
Novak is excited by the latest work. "It indicates that just a few million years ago – an instant in galactic terms – the Milky Way had a really major outburst of AGN activity. Amazing!" he says.
It is possible that Sagittarius A* could go AGN again, says Bland-Hawthorn. That would be catastrophic for any worlds near the galactic centre. But modern Earthlings, like their ancestors, would simply see a beautiful, though strange, sight. "You'd really be freaked out," he says.
This article will appear in print under the headline "Early people saw black hole's light"
Which species saw the flare?
In a twist for our galaxy's history, it seems the Milky Way's black hole flared up 2 million years ago, forming a bright moon-sized smudge in Earth's southern sky. Who – or what – saw it?
Two million years ago was an important time in human evolution, says anthropologist Chris Stringer of the Natural History Museum in London. "It was the beginning of the genus Homo. Stone toolmaking had already begun, but the brain was only beginning to enlarge."
Homo erectus emerged around 1.9 million years ago, so would have had a ringside view if the black hole erupted then. Any earlier and Homo habilis, the first of our large-brained ancestors, would have watched wide-eyed. It might even have been Australopithecus sediba, a close relative whose fossils were recently discovered in South Africa.
Before that, the likely spectator was Australopithecus africanus. None of these creatures would have immortalised what they saw as art, though. "The majority opinion is that artistic behaviour only comes within the last 100,000 years," says Stringer.
Since the galactic centre is visible mainly from the southern skies, only creatures living south of 20º above the equator would have seen it. Most of our upright ancestors would have roamed such latitudes.
- New Scientist
- Not just a website!
- Subscribe to New Scientist and get:
- New Scientist magazine delivered every week
- Unlimited online access to articles from over 500 back issues
- Subscribe Now and Save
If you would like to reuse any content from New Scientist, either in print or online, please contact the syndication department first for permission. New Scientist does not own rights to photos, but there are a variety of licensing options available for use of articles and graphics we own the copyright to.


text:
Courthouse 7-15-14
District Court
Ethan Cory appeared July 14 and was found Guilty of Giving a Worthless Check. He was ordered to pay costs of the action, $158, restitution to the American Legion in the sum of $82, and an administrative handling fee of $20. Defendant's cash bond shall be applied to the cost of this action.
CCHC implementing changes
With the retirement of surgeon Dr. Muhammad Butt and Nurse Anesthetist Jay Thomas' move from full-time to part-time, Cloud County Health Center has had to figure out how to continue to effectively serve Concordia and the surrounding area. "We're just trying to keep... [More]
Commission approves wage scales
Cloud County board of commissioners Monday approved a resolution establishing the following wage scale for elected officials for the calendar year 2015: County Sheriff, $48,135.88; County Attorney, $49,693.54 plus $10,000 (Appeals); County Clerk, $34,975.46 plus calculation... [More]
For the record 7-7-15
Fire Dept./EMS Report At 3:53 p.m., Monday, Medic-5, Medic-1, Rescue-1, Truck-1 responded to a one vehicle rollover at 24/81 junction. No transport. At 4:18 p.m., Monday, Medic-1 responded to Quaint Road for a medical call. No transport.
More News
- For the record 7-2-15
- Courthouse 7-2-15
- For the record 7-1-15
- For the record 6-23-15
- For the record 6-22-15
- Letter to the Editor 6-19-15
- For the record 6-17-15
- Courthouse 6-17-15
Blues earn split with Junction City
Cordell Cyr singled to drive in Jordan Mehl in the bottom of the seventh inning to give the Concordia Blues a 5-4 victory over Junction City in the second game of an American Legion Baseball doubleheader. The game was tied at 4-4 heading into the bottom half of the... [More]
Beloit squeezes out pair of wins over Blues
Beloit scored a run in the top of the ninth inning to squeeze out a 3-2 and complete a sweep of the Concordia Blues in an American Legion Baseball doubleheader Wednesday night at the Concordia Sports Complex. The game was tied at 2-2 through seven innings of play.... [More]
More Sports
- Subway holds on to beat American Legion
- 16th Street Car Wash tops Lions in title game, 13-8
- CNB sweeps Republic County
- Citizens knocks off Clifton-Clyde twice
- Concordia Blues pick up pair of wins over Linn
- 16th Street , Legion post wins
- Concordia Swim Team competes at York
- Leiszler, Miller named All-NCKL
Prairie Pondering
Youth and horses . . . Since we all are so accustomed to being aware of wars, hunger, hatred and need all over the world, we may tend to become oblivious to the better things in our lives if we but look and think. What clearly brought that into focus was recently... [More]
In the Mean Time
Peace of mind is clearly an internal matter. It must begin with your own thoughts and then extend outward. It is from your peace of mind that a peaceful perception of the world arises. (A Course in Miracles) Charlie Brown laments, "No matter how I try... [More]


text:
The 27th Aiken Driving Club's Fall Weekend Invitational will find the organization that has become a community fixture, showcasing the carriages evocative of another era on Saturday as they make their way through the clay roads of Aiken's horse district.
The carriage drive will start at 1 p.m. from the Green Boundary parking area, and the processional of carriages will make its way around Meade Avenue, Grace Avenue and Two Notch Road, and will eventually end at the historic Winthrop Polo Field, said Diane Watson, Aiken Driving Club member and organizer of Saturday's drive.
Winthrop Field will be the ideal locale for spectators to view the carriages, said Watson. The carriages will make several turns around Winthrop Field. A special guest will be riding in the carriage parade this year – the Aiken Land Conservancy's executive director Katie Roth.
"The Aiken Land Conservancy has been very gracious in allowing us to use Winthrop Polo Field," said Watson.
Notice about comments:
Aiken Standard is pleased to offer readers the enhanced ability to comment on stories. Some of the comments may be reprinted elsewhere in the site or in the newspaper. We ask that you refrain from profanity, hate speech, personal comments and remarks that are off point.
We do not edit user submitted statements and we cannot promise that readers will not occasionally find offensive or inaccurate comments posted in the comments area. If you find a comment that is objectionable, please click the X that appears in the upper right corner when you hover over a comment. This will send the comment to Facebook for review. Please be reminded, however, that in accordance with our Terms of Use and federal law, we are under no obligation to remove any third party comments posted on our website. Read our full terms and conditions.


text: Caracals are CATS WITH NINJA MOVES! They are masters of the sneak attack. Pass Members See it First Watch this funny video about hippos! What's your favorite thing to do in the summer? Go to the beach Swim Chase fireflies Camp Ride bikes Vote My Shot Gallery See the best pics of June! Personality Quiz Find out which pet you'd be. Shoot like a pro Get tips for taking stunning fireworks pics this weekend! My Shot in the Vice President's Residence See the pics that were chosen this month! Soaring With Bald Eagles These flyers have some first-class skills. What's your favorite summer sound? Water splashing Cicadas singing Ice cream truck music My own playlist Vote Presidential Pets WHITE HOUSE FRIENDS Fireworks Memory Quick Play Now Playing Discover Australia's weird wild life!


text:
Enter your email id
Mutton mince stuffed maize flour roti.
Cereals are always healthy and there are several more ways to eat them than with milk. Here are 3 re
A good way to peel tomatoes without any trouble or mess is to freeze and thaw them for a little while. The skin will come off without much effort.
Your data will not be shared with others and you can unsubscribe at any time.
Farsaan Recipes
'Eating out in the monsoons is still unsafe?'
Yes 16.67%
No 33.33%
Can't say 50.0%
Get your recipe on Chef Sanjeev Kapoor website!!!
Powered by
for signing up with www.SanjeevKapoor.com
Hello, this email address has already being registered on www.sanjeevkapoor.com
Not You? Create your Account Now
Hello, your account with www.SanjeevKapoor.com is yet to be Activated.
You will be receiving intimation on your registered email address. Kindly confirm your registration by
clicking on the link provided in the mail. Your login details would continue to remain the same post
activation also.
Happy Shopping!
Team SanjeevKapoor.com
for signing up with www.SanjeevKapoor.com
Please help us validate your account by clicking the validation link sent to you at:


text:
Thanks to Ethics Daily for posting a story that reveals that Congressman Walter Jones of North Carolina has decided that it was a mistake to support the war in Iraq.
Now, if he would rethink the logic of his so-called "Houses of Worship Free Speech Restoration Act." Endorsing that legislation could be the biggest mistake he has ever made.


text:
Every year Attendees are treated to a complimentary concert on the Friday night of MATS. Tickets are typically distributed by the sponsoring Exhibitor and are made available on Thursday and Friday morning from the Exhibitor's booth. We have not announced the 2015 concert headliner, check back here for more details.
MATS Concert
Concert Hours
March 27, 2015
The concert will be held on-site in Freedom Hall at the Kentucky Exposition Center
Tickets will be distributed from the Mobil Delvac Booth #18160 in the North Wing during show hours.
2015 Concert Line-Up
For the seventh consecutive year, the Mid-America Trucking Show (MATS) is proud to announce that the team behind Mobil Delvac™ heavy-duty diesel engine oil will present a free concert on Friday, March 27 for all MATS 2015 attendees. Concertgoers will be treated to an outstanding musical performance as two incredibly talented acts take the stage to put on an exciting event for all the country music fans in attendance.
The evening kicks off with Chris Hennessee, a talented singer, songwriter, and musician from Nashville, TN, who has recently been performing with The Jamey Johnson Band and playing select tour dates across the nation. Chris is sure to entertain with his gritty style of the classic country sound as he brings the Music City to Louisville. All in attendance will enjoy Chris' soon-to-be hits, such as "Georgiana", "Better Days" and the acoustically driven ballad, "Red Dress".
Up next, The Marshall Tucker Band will headline the free Mobil Delvac concert with their blend of rock, rhythm and blues, jazz, country, and gospel that proved instrumental in establishing the southern rock genre in the 1970s. With numerous hit singles spanning their storied 40 year history, including "Heard It In a Love Song", "Fire On The Mountain", "Can't You See", and "Take The Highway", The Marshall Tucker Band will showcase the talent that has earned them seven gold and three platinum albums and why the band was chosen to headline the free concert for attendees of the 2015 MATS.
The concert will be held on-site in Freedom Hall of the Kentucky Exposition Center immediately following the Friday edition of the Mid-America Trucking Show (March 27, 2015). Complimentary tickets will be distributed, while supplies last, from the Mobil Delvac Booth #18160 in the North Wing during show hours.


text:
World War I ended with the Treaty of Versailles, which founded the League of Nations (1920–1946), an international organization dedicated to preventing future wars through collective security and arbitration. President Wilson's 14-Point Plan to end the war included formation of the league, but the United States never joined. Members agreed to submit conflicts to arbitration before going to war and to abide by the league's decisions. The league successfully responded to several humanitarian crises and many of its aid bureaucracies were inherited by the United Nations. However, lacking its own military force, the league was unable to constrain belligerence by major powers, and it consistently proved ineffective in preventing armed aggression, including events leading to World War II.
Join Chegg Study and get:
Guided textbook solutions created by Chegg experts
Learn from step-by-step solutions for 9,000 textbooks in Math, Science, Engineering, Business and more
24/7 Study Help
Answers in a pinch from experts and subject enthusiasts all semester long


text:
Can it work with a New Apple TV?
- Asked by Nati N from Aranyaprathet
QA Apple 27-inch LED Cinema Display
Product No Longer Available
5 Answers from the Community
You might be able to use the Belkin AV360™ Mini DisplayPort Converter for 27" iMac to be able to connect this display to an HDMI source, but that adaptor costs more than an Apple TV so you would really have to have a specific need for something like this. Even if you did that, mini displayport does not transmit audio to the speakers on the monitor so you would be without sound.
- Answered by Matthew M from Tucson
Best Answer:
No - the new Apple TV (and old Apple TV, for that matter) only support HDMI output - and this only supports Mini Displayport input. There are options to use a third party video format converter, but it'll likely cost $200+, so I suggest just buying another vendor's 27 inch display with HDMI input if that is your aim.
- Answered by Alex D from Richmond
You can also have sound from your autdio optical out if you choose not to use HDMI sound.
- Answered by Mark K from Scarborough
No. The AppleTV outputs through an HDMI port. This display has a mini-displayport input.
- Answered by Chris H from North Las Vegas
No, this display only works with Macs.
- Answered by Vincent S


text:
Disclosed is an illumination device. The device includes a light engine in an acoustic tile that introduces light into a plurality of optical fibers using an LED. In between the LED and the fiber ends, an LCD is used to modify the light introduced. To do this, the LCD is programmed to display petal-shaped sections which individually change in contrast to become more occluded and then more transparent. This creates an aesthetically pleasing effect resembling stars.
1. An illumination device comprising:
a body;
a housing including an LED;
liquid crystal display (LCD);
a plurality of fiber optic fibers, each of said fibers having a first end where said fibers are bundled, and a second end where said fibers are unbundled;
said first bundled end being received into said housing such that said first ends of said fibers are positioned to receive emissions from said LED through said LCD;
said LCD having a plurality of separately-controllable sections, each of said sections independently changing a light characteristic when illuminated enabling the selective illumination of each of a plurality of groups of said first ends of said plurality of fibers, each of said groups including one or more of said first ends;
each said second, unbundled ends of said fibers being spread apart from one another and used for a decorative lighting purpose in said illumination device.
2. The device of
3. The device of
4. The device of
5. The device of
6. An illumination system including a plurality of units, each unit comprising:
a body;
a light engine including an LED;
a liquid crystal display (LCD);
a plurality of fiber optic fibers, each of said fibers having a first end where said fibers are bundled, and a second end where said fibers are unbundled;
said first bundled end being received into said housing such that said first ends of said fibers are positioned to receive emissions from said LED through said LCD;
said LCD having a plurality of separately-controllable sections, each of said sections being capable of independently changing a light characteristic when illuminated enabling the selective illumination of each of a plurality of groups of said first ends of said plurality of fibers, each of said groups including one or more of said first ends;
each said second, unbundled ends of said fibers being spared apart from one another and used for a decorative lighting purpose in said illumination device, and an electrical connector arrangement enabling each unit to be electrically connected to a substantially identical second unit.
7. The system of
This application claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Application No. 60/844,220 filed Sep. 13, 2006, the contents of which are herein incorporated by reference.
1. Field of the Invention
The present invention relates generally to the field of illumination. More specifically, the present invention is a panel used to create an optical effect using fiber-optic strands.
2. Description of the Related Art
Fiber optic strands have been used to create star light points in panels in the prior art. These conventional systems typically use a standard incandescent bulb as a light source. Light points have been created on the undersides of the panels using the fiber optic fibers to create a flickering light effect. See, e.g., U.S. Pat. No. 5,013,109 issued to Zelan et al.
But these prior art systems are difficult to install. They are also typically expensive. Further, the light sources used have relatively short life spans, and bulb replacement can be difficult.
The disclosed embodiments overcome these disadvantages present in the prior art devices. In one embodiment, this is done by providing an illumination system comprising at least one light emitting diode (LED); at least one fiber optic device, said fiber optic device adapted to receive light from said LED for the purpose of illuminating; and a liquid crystal display (LCD) optically between said LED and said fiber optic device, said LCD one of: (i) partially occluding, (ii) completely occluding, and (iii) filtering said light. Other embodiments are also disclosed.
The present invention is described in detail below with reference to the attached drawing figures, wherein:
The disclosed embodiments provide a system and method for creating a star-like and other effects in an area using a panel. More specifically, they disclose the use of a programmed LCD display as a light modifier between an LED light source and fiber optic strands. The light emitted from the LED is interfered with by dynamically changing patterns displayed on the LCD. The LCD has different sectors (petal shaped in the disclosed embodiments) which cause the lighting effects to be different in the different strands. The distal ends of the strands are spread about the panel. Thus, the different lighting effects presented from the different strands, or strand groups, creates a unique and pleasing effect.
Embodiments are disclosed in
The left-hand side of
Referring first to the details of
An upper acoustical tile 113 comprises a bottom portion 114 and a top portion 116. Portions 110 and 112 are integral with each other. Similarly, portions 114 and 116 are integral with one another. The upper portion 113 and lower portion 111 will ultimately be adhered or otherwise adhered to one another at a centerline seam 115. Seam 115 acts as a receiving area for running electrical wiring and optical fibers in the panel.
On the right-hand side of
As is best seen at the right hand side of
In another embodiment, trim piece 107 is unnecessary and LED strip 106 is mounted at a location 123 such that the LEDs omit directly out. This simplified version also creates an alternative edge lighting effect without using a trim piece. Although not depicted, it should be understood that an identical set of laterally projecting LEDs (like the purported strip at 123) could be located on the opposite side of the tile as well.
It should be understood that regardless of whether they are used with or without the trim piece, that the location of the edge lighting arrangement is entirely optional. For example, where multiple panels are connected together to create one big panel, the user would likely install the edge lighting LEDs at all locations around the total combined panel, which would involve installation at all exposed edges. No LED strips, in this embodiment, would be needed along the edges where sub-panels are in abutment, but instead about the edges of the conglomeration.
Referring back to
Looking first to the embodiment disclosed in
One embodiment for the horizontal locations for the anchors can be seen in
In terms of an electrical connection, these LED down lights receive the source of DC power through wires which are threaded through seam 115 (see
Two tiles of the
The electrical connections from the connector arrangements 508 to the star engine 506, LED down lights 502, and to the lineal LEDs (not shown in
The DC power source may be received according to conventional methods. In some circumstances, the disclosed panels will be used in residential or commercial facilities. These facilities typically have 120 Volt AC power available. This source can be converted to DC power using a rectifier, inverter, ballast arrangement or other conventional technique.
It should be understood that even though the downlight LEDs are not shown in the breakout cross sectional view of
When brought fixedly together, the halves 704 and 706 define two ports. A first port 708 serves as a power cord receptacle. A second port 710 serves as a fiber-optic-cable receptacle.
The electrical components of the engine are shown in
PCB board 718, in one embodiment, includes a serial interface/data port arrangement 724 which includes a plurality of pin connectors which extend through a programming port aperture 726. This arrangement, however, is not necessary with the preferred embodiment. With the preferred embodiment, software for the microprocessor devices on board 718 are preloaded, making the use and existence of arrangement 724 unnecessary. Arrangement 724 has been disclosed nonetheless simply to illustrate an alternative possibility in which the microprocessor can be interfaced with after installation.
The details regarding LCD 716 are shown in
In one embodiment, a simple black and white presentation is made on LCD 716. LCD 716 in this preferred embodiment is broken out into a plurality of petal shaped sectors 1112 as part of a spiral pattern. Each of these sectors is variably and differently made to go from transparent to translucent, to opaque, and then back from opaque to translucent to transparent. Because the activity taking place in each individual petal in plurality 1112 is in a different state, the optical effect introduced into each of the fiber strand ends is different. Thus, when the light is transmitted from the light generator, filtered through the LCD it is received into the end of each fiber-optic strand which happens to be opposite that particular petal. As discussed above, the fiber-optic strand ends are secured in clamshell space 710 inside nosepiece 900 so that they are positioned to receive light passing through LCD 716 from LED 714. The interaction of petals 1112 on the light emitted from LED 714 creates selective illumination of the opposing fiber ends (see, e.g.,
It is, of course, possible that other patterns could be displayed on the LCD that would also accomplish the same objectives and also fall within the scope of the claimed invention. For example, the sectoring is preferably done in some irregular pattern, but even more uniform patters are an alternative.
The embodiment discussed thus far does not use the LCD as a color filter. In other words, the state changes in the petal sectors are from transparent, to changing grey, to black, and then back to transparent (gradually). But the invention should not be considered as limited to this particular colorless arrangement. In other embodiments each sector 1112 could be a different color which is made more and then less transparent. Also possible is that color filtering could be used to change a sector color. These color changes could be used to create a variety of optical effects at each of the distal fiber ends which would be appreciated by a user in the room.
It should be noted that switching arrangements can be used so that (i) the star lighting emitted from the fibers (e.g., fibers 604 and 122); (ii) the light from the LED down lights (e.g., down light LEDs 204); and lighting emitted from the edge-lighting lineal LED strips 106 are all able to be switched on and off independently from one another. Thus, a user is able to only use the fiber illumination to create an outdoor star-like environment inside an otherwise dark room. Alternatively, the user is able to only use the LED down lights for typical white light applications. Further, the edge lighting could be used exclusively. It is also, thus, possible to use combinations of two or all three different options. Also possible is that two or more of the different light groups could be linked together on the same switch. Thus, embodiments are not necessarily limited to any particular switching arrangement.
As can be seen, the present invention and its equivalents are well-adapted to provide a new and useful illumination device and associated method of creating an optical effect. Many different arrangements of the various components depicted, as well as components not shown, are possible without departing from the spirit and scope of the present invention.
The present invention has been described in relation to particular embodiments, which are intended in all respects to be illustrative rather than restrictive. Alternative embodiments will become apparent to those skilled in the art that do not depart from its scope. Many alternative embodiments exist but are not included because of the nature of this invention. A skilled artisan may develop alternative means of implementing the aforementioned improvements without departing from the scope of the present invention.
It will be understood that certain features and subcombinations are of utility and may be employed without reference to other features and subcombinations and are contemplated within the scope of the claims. Not all steps listed in the various figures need be carried out in the order described.
Patent Citations
Legal Events
Original Image


text:
Retail Price: $28.99
Special Price: $21.95
You Save 24%
Retail Price: $40.99
Special Price: $30.95
You Save 24%
Retail Price: $49.99
Special Price: $27.99
You Save 44%
Retail Price: $41.99
Special Price: $29.99
You Save 29%
Retail Price: $45.99
Special Price: $27.99
You Save 39%
Retail Price: $28.99
Special Price: $21.95
You Save 24%
Retail Price: $40.99
Special Price: $30.95
You Save 24%
Retail Price: $149.99
Special Price: $89.99
You Save 40%
Retail Price: $58.99
Special Price: $19.99
You Save 66%
Retail Price: $329.99
Special Price: $203.95
You Save 38%
Retail Price: $34.99
Special Price: $22.99
You Save 34%
Retail Price: $49.99
Special Price: $22.95
You Save 54%
Our service goal is simple: VivaLaDeals.com is committed to providing our customers total satisfaction... Every time! Guaranteed! Our mission is to provide the finest brands at the most competitive prices.
At VivaLaDeals.com, we want you to be 100% satisfied with your purchase. That is why we work hard to provide you with an easy, safe and secure shopping experience. We want you to rely on VivaLaDeals.com as your destination to find great deals on the Internet while enjoying all of the convenience that our Website has to offer.
We promise to provide you with excellent customer service and to make sure to ship your items as soon as we receive your order. We are committed to make every customer purchase a fair and enjoyable one.
Call us toll-free at 888-488-2635 or email us at firstname.lastname@example.com if you ever need assistance.


text: Cecelia "Cele" Silvers, age 86 Richmond June 10, 1926 – January 20, 2013 Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 a.m. Friday, January 25, 2013 at Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church in Richmond, MN for Cele Silvers, age 86, who died Sunday at St. Cloud Hospital. Burial will be in the Sts. P...Read More


text:
ST. PAUL, Minn. and PRINCETON, N.J., Oct. 25 /PRNewswire/ -- 3M and Zargis Medical Corp., a spin-off from Siemens Corporate Research (NYSE: SI) and a majority-owned subsidiary of Speedus Corp. (Nasdaq: SPDE) today announced an exclusive multi-year marketing agreement involving Zargis' heart sound analysis software and 3M Littmann's next-generation electronic stethoscope.
Under the agreement, Zargis will support 3M in its efforts to develop a next-generation stethoscope that will be compatible with Zargis' heart sound analysis software. The date on which Zargis' software will become available for use with a Littmann stethoscope has not yet been announced.
"This agreement builds on the rich Littmann brand legacy of advancing the art of auscultation," said Chuck Kummeth, Vice President and General Manager, 3M Medical Division. "We are committed to bringing innovative solutions to our customers, and this agreement with Zargis will help us do this well into the future."
"We have been working closely with 3M for nearly two years to further
evaluate this market and refine our product strategy," stated Zargis CEO
John Kallassy. "We believe that the use of our software could enhance the
physician experience during every patient exam where a stethoscope is
currently used. This alliance with 3M will allow us to seamlessly integrate
our advanced sound analysis technology with 3M's next-generation electronic
stethoscopes and turn this vision into a reality on a global level
|SOURCE Zargis Medical Corp.; 3M
Copyright©2007 PR Newswire.
All rights reserved


text:
Mother's Day | Trendy Gift Guide
The Mother's Day standard usually consists of a bouquet of flowers, a cheesy Hallmark card or a booklet of handwritten "Free Hug" coupons. Listen up kids: flowers die, Hallmark cards are boring and you should give […]
The 4 | No-Fail Spring + Summer Outfits
We all do it, we stand in front of our closets full of clothes with absolutely nothing to wear. The boyfriends and husbands in our lives may not understand, but we certainly do. That's why […]
What's Trending | Mirrored Sunglasses
I can definitely see myself in these sunglasses… literally! Mirrored sunglasses are everywhere I look lately, on the streets of Tampa Bay, as well as on some of my favorite fashion bloggers. These glasses seem […]
What's Trending | Bold Brows
We all have a pair, but they're not always something we think about. They sit, perched a-top our foreheads, seemingly purposeless. But they're actually quite important. Our eyebrows are the frame our face needs. Their […]
What's Trending | Orange Lipstick
I once heard Sarah Jessica Parker (my fashion icon) say in an interview that her least favorite color is orange. I'm not going to lie, I was saddened by this information… especially because orange is […]
Buy & Style The Perfect Kimono
There was a time when the word kimono sparked visions of traditional geishas. A very conventional picture would come to mind, complete with stark-white makeup and wooden shoes. But times and attitudes have changed for the better; […]
Best Places To Get Valentine's Day Gifts In Tampa Bay
Here you will find a list of some of the stores in Tampa Bay that will help make Valentine's Day gift buying a bit easier.
Best Places For Vinyl In Tampa Bay
These music stores have vinyl records that are both new and used with new and old music selections. All shops are within the Bay area and are all affordable.
Best Tampa Bay Fashion Blogs
Tampa Bay has a plethora of fashion gurus who share their knowledge and love for style with local readers. With these local blogs, readers will be able to re-create the looks they find online by following the listed advice and visiting the local store.
Men, Look Your Best For The Holidays
Try on these men's fashion trends inspired by CW's Austin Butler, Paul Wesley and Toby Regbo at your next holiday party.


text:
I haven't been a much of a father at all, stay at home or otherwise, in the last two years. Working on fixing that now, in the limited time before she takes off for college in Tucson.
View Poll Results: Are you or have you been a stay at home dad?
Results 1 to 19 of 19
Thread: Poll: Stay home dads?
Remove Ads
Search tags for this page
recent unemployed stay at home dad's with their infants research
Click on a term to search for related topics.


text:
Originally written on Fox Sports Wisconsin | Last updated 9/2/12
GREEN BAY, Wis. -- Now that Packers general manager Ted Thompson and head coach Mike McCarthy have sorted out their 53-man roster for this season, there are still plenty of strengths from a team that finished 15-1 during the 2011 regular season. However, Green Bay fell short of its goal to become back-to-back Super Bowl champions and have a few areas that could be a concern this season as the team looks to recover from a surprisingly convincing loss in the playoffs. With the start of the 2012 season a week away, here's a look at the Packers' top three concerns and certainties: CONCERNS 1. Backup quarterback: Graham Harrell eased many of the concerns that may have been lingering for Thompson and McCarthy with his nearly flawless performance in the final preseason game. Until that game, Harrell had not gotten much help from a poor second-string offensive line, but all factors considered, the former practice-squad quarterback hardly looked ready to take over if Aaron Rodgers got hur...
Comments are closed.
What do you think?To leave a comment, you can:
NFL News
Delivered to your inbox
You'll also receive Yardbarker's daily Top 10, featuring the best sports stories from around the web. Customize your newsletter to get articles on your favorite sports and teams. And the best part? It's free!
Follow us on Twitter
|Best of Yardbarker
|NFL News
|MLB News
Today's Best Stuff
For Bloggers
Join the Yardbarker Network for more promotion, traffic, and money.
Company Info
What is Yardbarker?
Yardbarker is the largest network of sports blogs and pro athlete blogs on the web. This site is the hub of the Yardbarker Network, where our editors and algorithms curate the best sports content from our network and beyond.
|© 2015 Yardbarker, Inc. All rights reserved. Use of this website (including any and all parts and components) constitutes your acceptance of these Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. (What's New?)


text:
11 Feb 14
Ronda Rousey Will Face Fellow Former USA Olympic Medalist Sara McMann at UFC 170
Olympians turned to mixed martial arts.
Olympians turned to mixed martial arts.
The NFL reacts to Michael Sam's decision to announce he is gay.
I miss college football.
Gemma Atkinson, donkey meat and a sneaker thief.
Mouth agape leering is 40 percent less skeevy with rules and form-fitting athletic wear.


text:
Thanks! I have tried olive, coconut, argan and emu and none of them did anything, except coconut which broke me out in whiteheads. I'm glad TTO works for you, it has never done anything for me. I don't advise you to start using bp unless you're super desperate (actually, the walmart brand of proactiv kept me clear for like 2 weeks). It has just damaged my skin in the long run. You might actually want to try a quality salicylic acid peel then! If most of your acne is comedonal then exfoliation is key.
Trust me I've felt like that for years now, and even though I'm not 100% clear it's so good to get a break. Don't consider accutane, it's way too dangerous, you may not get any side effect now but who knows in the future. Thanks, I chose the name Godlovesme for the same reason, because I never forget it when I look at it. When we go through these things it's really easy to forget that sometimes it's just a stepping stone (a big one!) in one of God's great plans. Don't let acne rule these years of your life that will never be yours again, remember that God has made you beautiful and even though you may not see it now, He does and if you continue to be faithful your skin will reflect that too one day.
I'm studying to be a doctor, not too such what specialty yet! What about you? What year are you in?
Thanks for your encouragement, I needed it too!


text:
garment dyed slub graphic tee - 5th ave geo
$39.90 $14.99
Take to the street for your day off. Cut for comfort, this super-soft tee combines Manhattan sidewalks with raw-edged seams and a deep-dyed tint, for casual cool that looks and feels great.
- Tall Sizes - sleeves 1/2" longer & hem 1 1/2" longer
- Crew neck, tagless, grosgrain trim at shoulder seams
- Short sleeves, exclusive screen printed graphic
- Garment dyed slub knit, raw edges at sleeves and hem
- Cotton
- Machine wash
- Imported


text:
Welcome Spring and Hellooooo Rain. This past weekend it poured. All weekend long. So we stayed in and made the best of it by inventing all sorts of rainy day activities like playing with our new chocolate lollipop molds. Recipe 1/3 cup chocolate chips 1 heaping tablespoon of butterscotch chips. (N isn't super fond of chocolate, and we hoped that the butterscotch … [Read more...]
Coffee Filter Flowers
We recently started using a Chemex coffee pot (next to Blue Bottle, it makes the BEST coffee ever -- anyone else with me?) and we had a stack of old filters collecting dust, waiting to be repurposed into watercolor coffee filter flowers! I mixed a little water to liquid watercolors, and added droppers. You could also use food coloring and scavenge droppers from old … [Read more...]
The Creative Life with Kids
There's never been an art material that I didn't like. When my husband and I recently teased out our family values in order to better focus on our priorities, it was no surprise when we each identified living a creative life as a guiding principle for our family. We both love to tinker with projects, we each work in creative fields, and we enjoy spending our free time in art … [Read more...]
Creative Experiment #4: Rubber Bands
Make something with Rubber bands. (Or binders, laggy bands, elastics, elastic band, lackey bands, and laggy bands...what do YOU call them?). Rubber bands are generally used to hold objects together, but what else have you or your children used them for? Have you wrapped them around Easter eggs, cinched them together to make a paintbrush, added them to a catapult, used them … [Read more...]
Traveling Magnets
While we make a lot of art in our home, I cherish any project that develops creative and critical thinking skills. I'm attracted to fun activities with an experiential twist, and I've noticed lately that we've been dabbling in the worlds of science, literature, and dramatic play, as much as we have in that of art. For this simple experiment, we explored how magnets can travel … [Read more...]


text:
Disney Park Map Bracelet by soccerbkayla on Etsy
Check them out! I saw them and had to share!
Forum Rules
© 2005 - 2010 - MiceChat, LLC
MiceChat is not associated in any manner whatsoever with the Walt Disney Company, its subsidiaries and / or its affiliates. The official Disney site is available via this link.


text:
News | Mar 6, 2013 | 5:35
NB Newsmaker Mar 6
Harry Forestell talks with Allan Maher The province has tasked the electoral boundaries commission reducing the number of ridings in the province from 54 to 49. ... a change that's proving contentious. Allan Maher is helping to redraw the lines.


text:
Celebrating 50 Years of SkillsUSA
Celebrating 50 Years of SkillsUSA
|Shown are the winners of the 2014 National Masonry Contest at the 50th Anniversary SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference, who took stage at Kemper Arena in Kansas City, Mo. On the platform they are (l to r) 3rd place winner Brandon S. Gain, The Williamson Free School of Mechanical Trades, Media, Pa.; 2nd place winner Dakota Claypool, Academy of Careers and Technology, Beckley, W.Va.; 1st place winners Samuel McSherry, Burton Center for Arts and Technology, Salem, Va. and Daniel Furr, Mountain Pleasant High School, Mt. Pleasant, N.C.; followed by 3rd place winner Ty Isbell, Dekalb County Technology Center, Rainsville, Ala.; and 2nd place winner David Puga Arce, Arizona Masonry Contractors Association, Phoenix, Ariz. Flanking the winners are Masonry Technical Committee members (extreme left) Bill Kjorlien, Masonry Technical Services Manager, Argos USA Corp. and former Masonry Technical Committee chairman; and (extreme right) Bryan Light of Brick Industry Association SE Region and chair of the Masonry Technical Committee, which organized contest.
Companies and organizations of the masonry industry joined together June 25 – 27 to support the 50th annual SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference and the National Masonry Contest.
For up to six hours, 52 young masons from 36 states competed at Bartle Hall in Kansas City, Mo. Each contestant, using bricks, blocks and mortar, tried to construct the winning project by placing the masonry materials, according to plans, on a concrete block base.
|Shown is Samuel McSherry, 1st place winner of the SkillsUSA high school/secondary division.
|Shown is Samuel McSherry, 1st place winner of the SkillsUSA high school/secondary division.
|Bryan Light, Masonry Technical Committee, addresses the SkillsUSA contestants.
ÂÂÂ techniques and overall appearance.
Bryan Light of Brick SouthEast, a Brick Industry Association affiliate, has served as chairman of the technical committee since 2003. Light was complimentary in his appreciation of other supporters.
"Our industry's support of this competition continues to be exemplary," says Light. "Everyone involved understands the importance of technical training for the proper use of their products, each of which contributes to excellence in finished brick and block projects."
Members of the National Masonry Technical Committee and other sustaining members and sponsors of the contest include Brick Industry Association SE Region; Argos USA, Bon Tool Co.; Brick Industry Association; Marshalltown Co.; Mason Contractors Association of America; Masonry Institute of Tennessee; Multiquip Corp., National Concrete Masonry Association; NCCER, Oldcastle Architectural, and Spec Mix.
This year's contestant was supported by donations of blocks from Midwest Block & Brick, mortar from Spec Mix, mortar mixing equipment from Multiquip, and bricks from Oldcastle Architectural. Spec Mix salesmen from around the country were slingin' their mud, donated of course, in support of the contest. Other companies supporting the contest were Lowe's and Calculated Industries.
Other highlights of the annual gathering of masonry companies, organizations, instructors and students included a field trip to a local block plant arranged by NCMA representatives Dennis Graber and Mark Wilhelms. The tour was followed by a luncheon in honor of the contestants and their instructors.
|MCAA Chairman Mark Kemp was keynote speaker at the SkillsUSA event.
Mark Kemp, chairman of the board of directors of MCAA, was the luncheon keynote speaker. Kemp encouraged the young masons with a motivating talk he referred to as "Struggles + Effort = Success."
Originally known as the Vocational Industrial Clubs of America (VICA), SkillsUSA was established in 1965. Masonry was added to the National VICA Conference in 1969. The SkillsUSA organization represents more than 350,000 students and instructors from 13,000 school chapters in 54 states and territories. Ironically, the 50th annual event marks the last time it was held in Kansas City. The 2015 SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference will be held in Louisville, Ky.
To learn more about the Masonry Technical Committee, contact Bryan Light at 770-760-0728. To learn more about SkillsUSA, visit www.SkillsUSA.org.
Sign up now by calling your local SPEC MIX representative, calling 888-SPECMIX or visit the www.specmixbricklayer500.com website to download a registration form and get more information.
|1. Quebec
Saturday, June 14, Gatineau, QB2. Ohio
Saturday, August 2, Harrison, OH3. Washington
Saturday, August 9, Seattle, WA
4. East Tennessee
5. Utah
6. British Columbia
7. Wisconsin
8. West Tennessee
9. Colorado
10. Iowa
11. Florida
12. Oklahoma
|13. Ontario
Wednesday, October 8, Waterloo, ON14. Pennsylvania
Thursday, October 9, Crum Lynne, PA15. Illinois
Friday, October 10, Chicago, IL
16. California
17. North Carolina
18. New Jersey
19. North Texas
20. South Texas
21. Alabama
22. Alberta
23. Arizona
Related Posts
- 55SPEC MIX BRICKLAYER 500 Nearly 4,000 spectators gathered to watch the 2015 SPEC MIX BRICKLAYER 500 World Championship event, held during MASONRY MADNESS Day at the World of Concrete/World of Masonry tradeshow in February. The competition pits some of the world's best masons in one arena for a 60-minute battle that determines the "World's Best…
- 49August 2013 Making the Grade National Contest Supports Masonry Skills Training, Development Shown left to right are second place-winners Steven Quimby and Travis Moore; first-place winners Brent Austin and Andrew Mullis; and third-place winners Mark Karhoff and Chase Smith. Among the adult sponsors of this event were (on left) Bill Kjorlein, Argos USA; (on right)…
- 47August 2011 Making the Grade Brick, Block Industries Build Future of Masonry Construction . Masonry competitors (shown in the foreground) were part of more than 5,000 students who competed in 94 different career trade, technical and leadership fields. Companies and organizations of the masonry industry joined forces in June to support the National Masonry Championships,…
- 44MORTARS, MIXTURES AND STAINING By Don Foster When repairing or adding to a masonry structure, we usually want the new area, wall, extension or wing to look just like the pre-existing masonry. Matching colors and textures is one way to make any set of structures appear to "belong together." A house and a garage, a…
- 43August 2012 Making the Grade Contest Validates Masonry Skills Training, Development First place winners (l) Michael Kern, 18, Berks Career & Technical Center, Oley, Pa., and (r) Jordan R. Hartsell, 20, Central Cabarrus High School, Concord, N.C. are shown following their acceptance of their medals. The 48th annual SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference, a…


text:
Originally written on Rockies Review | Last updated 3/5/13
No need to rush Nolan Arenado to the big leagues.One year later, the talk is very much the same.Colorado Rockies prospect Nolan Arenado is turning heads at spring training in Scottsdale. On Monday, in a 16-6 loss to the Seattle Mariners, the third baseman launched his fourth home run of the spring, and the third in as many days.After winning the Arizona Fall League MVP honors in 2011, beating out Bryce Harper, Arenado was talked about as the next big thing for the Rockies. In fact, some thought that he had made such a huge impression that he could be the starting third baseman for the Rockies, despite never playing above Single-A.Arenado was quickly recognized by most publications as the Rockies top prospect, and was listed as one of the top 50 prospects in the game. The biggest question was not if, but when Arenado would make his debut with the Rockies in 2012.The 2012 spring was a slow one for Arenado, and the idea of him starting the year with the Rockies quickly went out the win...
Comments are closed.
What do you think?To leave a comment, you can:
MLB News
Delivered to your inbox
You'll also receive Yardbarker's daily Top 10, featuring the best sports stories from around the web. Customize your newsletter to get articles on your favorite sports and teams. And the best part? It's free!
Follow us on Twitter
|Best of Yardbarker
|NFL News
|MLB News
Today's Best Stuff
For Bloggers
Join the Yardbarker Network for more promotion, traffic, and money.
Company Info
What is Yardbarker?
Yardbarker is the largest network of sports blogs and pro athlete blogs on the web. This site is the hub of the Yardbarker Network, where our editors and algorithms curate the best sports content from our network and beyond.
|© 2015 Yardbarker, Inc. All rights reserved. Use of this website (including any and all parts and components) constitutes your acceptance of these Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. (What's New?)


text:
anyone else APPRECIATE chakotay's ethnic bits?
View Single Post
April 1 2013, 03:17 AM
R. Star
Rear Admiral
Location: Shangri-La
Re: anyone else APPRECIATE chakotay's ethnic bits?
StarTrekSlut wrote:
If anyone cares to hear my two cents:
.. I thought Chakotays ethnic rants were pretty tame.... well tame when you compare it to the times they let Avery Brooks loose with a pen in DS9: "Far Beyond the Stars" with his black power civil right nonsense..
Seriously.. as much as i love DS9 and consider it probably the best of the "new era" Star Trek, those few episodes with Avery Brooks voicing his mind instead of opening it were pretty hideous....... I imagine Gene Roddenberry must have cut wind in his grave..
"I was never a Star Trek fan." J.J. Abrams
R. Star
View Public Profile
Send a private message to R. Star
Find More Posts by R. Star