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I have an 8 gal. Biocube set up as a QT because my 20 gallon broke. Anyway, I know that it's a little cramped but I needed to treat my B&W Heniochus for what I believe to be some fin nipping. So I dripped him in and he was doing fine, but as soon as he got in there he is just freaking out. My first question: Is the stress from going from a big to small tank gonna kill him or will he calm down in a bt. 2nd: It looks like fin nipping but nobod bothers him in the 92, can it be fin rot?
I'm treating him with Mele/Pimafix. Someone get back to me with some suggestions asap. I'll be checking this post aout every 5 min. so just kep an eye out. If ou need any other info just let me know. Thanks!
I killed the lights and put a towel over the tank to try and calm it down (kinda like a bird). Good or bad idea?
Nevermind. He's fine. Sorry for freaking out.:oops: If an Administrator could either delete this or change the title, that would be great. Thanks and sorry again!:lol:
Are you sure you want this deleted? I think it's useful as it'll help others who experience a fish "flipping" out when put into QT does not always mean the fish is going to meet its demise.
I think it was a good call on the lights out & cover up. As the owner of a bird I can tell you that's the perfect "time-out". If it works for birds & babies why not fish? :lol:
Good Call. I just started freaking because out of the few fish I have he's one of my favorites! I agree w/ Aunt Kymmie. Let's keep it up but change the title to something like Flipping Fish Tips. It would make a good post.
Absolutely love the name of this thread!
Glad to hear your Heniochus calmed down.
Yeah. He's chilled out and is swiming fine. I'm still worried about his fins though. After really looking him over it Looks like it's Finrot (Thanks a lot Petco). Anyone use Maracyn? What do you think of it?
Sorry! Didn't realize we already changed it. I'll post this somewhere else. But since it's changed...Who's got tips?! lol. I've always done the "covered bird method"
you probably know this, but I've been educated by wasting a lot of money buying live stuff (fish) from chain petstores, from petco to petclub to petsmart. I've learned that the best kept fish have always been local fish stores w/o chains, and even then picking would be really scrutinized. Buy the best fish you can find, at a reasonable price.
your cover the bird method is great!!! I use it while I acclimate fish in my fresh water tank -- black plastic bags are great!
I always add fish to the tank with the lights out or dimmed. I think this alone is a huge tip make the fish feel more secure.
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Here is something I realized about myself recently: in the midst of major change, I tend to regress back to the basics in my life until I can handle branching out again. It helps me stabilize myself in times where I might otherwise go crazy, and it also allows me to be both mindless and mindful of my responsibilities as they arise. It doesn't seem too problematic, so I allow it to occur and play out its own course as it needs to.
About a month ago I took a new job in a different city (Boston) that requires me to spend a couple of nights a week away from home in order to be in the office enough to get acquainted with the new processes, staff, workflows, etc. The goal is for my family to move closer to Boston within the next year in order for me to be in the office full time, but obviously that will take some doing in order to get all of our ducks in a row. In the meantime, every Tuesday morning I get up around 4:30 in the morning and drive the three-plus hours to my office, and then stay there (not in the office, but close by….probably something I didn't need to explain but I'm too lazy to delete it at this point) until I drive home after work on Thursday night. Mondays and Fridays I work remotely from home in Connecticut. And so it goes until we move.
So how, you might ask, does this story have anything to do with the title of this post? Good question. Allow me to explain. Since I began this position about a month ago, I have found myself pulling the usual regression to the basics once more. In this case, I go to work, go back to the apartment I am staying in, watch TV, play video games, read, go to sleep, wake up, go to work, rinse and repeat. Nothing too nuts. When I go home, I look forward to nothing more than seeing my son and my wife (and even my dog). Beyond that, I couldn't really care less. That's not to say I don't go along with whatever plans my wife makes for the weekends, and it's not to say I don't enjoy them. It's also not to say I live like a recluse when plans aren't made–I still try and live a relatively social life when I am home. I only mean that, given the current circumstances of my existence, it is easier than ever to find and cling to the simple things in my life that make me happy. Family. Friends. Bed. Couch. Recliner. TV. Etc.
I mention all of this because this morning, as I was going through my usual (basic) routine of signing onto my work computer, drinking my coffee, opening email, and browsing Facebook, I came across a post originally put up by the parents of one of the children lost in the Newtown shootings. It was a picture of the two other children in the family touching the then-pregnant belly of the mother (who was pregnant at the time with the now-passed boy), and everyone was smiling happily. Basic. Simple. Joyful. And at the same time, in retrospect, one of the most heartbreaking things I have seen in a long time.
My first instinct was to copy and paste the picture I am referring to in order to better illustrate what I am describing, but on second thought, it seemed almost unnecessary to do that. This type of description could apply to any of the families whose basic, simple pleasures were forever destroyed by the atrocities at Sandy Hook, so there doesn't really seem to be a need to narrow it down to the one I happened to see. Suffice to say, at least for the few moments I came across that picture and read the comments below, my simple, basic existence was rocked into something beyond the status quo that I have been enjoying over the last few weeks. And why? Because I became all too aware that no matter how comfortable you are, and no matter how much you put your faith into the normalcy of your life, things like this can and do happen sometimes.
I don't say that to throw some horribly pessimistic monkey wrench into people's morning, nor do I expect it to keep me down for the rest of my day. On the contrary, seeing that picture and contemplating about how all of the twenty children (and six adults) represented the core, basic, fundamental aspects of happiness that each of their respective families enjoyed when their lives were going through moments of upheaval and change, I find myself "regressing" even more toward the things in my life that keep me centered and help me continue to reflect on who I am, and who I want to be.
I have one son, a three and a half year old named Casey, and the thought of losing him–particularly in the heartless, mindlessly vicious way that so many were lost in Newtown–is virtually inconceivable to me. But knowing that others have experienced that kind of loss nonetheless makes me aware of how real that kind of loss can be, even if I don't have emotional access to it myself. And it is in virtue of that knowledge that I will continue to focus on those basics, those fundamental values, even after this time of change has passed for me in my life. So in closing, maybe "regression" is the wrong way of describing what I've bean talking about, as I can't think of anything more forward-minded than that, for me.


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How can I tell my child the truth about Santa?
My husband and I swore that we'd never lie to our children about anything -- including Santa Claus. But last night my daughter said that Santa is going to bring her presents on Christmas. I've explained to her that Santa isn't real, but she gets upset when she hears this. How can I let her enjoy the fun of Saint Nick without lying to her?
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I think everyone on this board is delusional. the point is you think it is harmful to lie to your child. YOUR thoughts about YOUR CHILD is what is important. The comments on this board seem to imply that Santa is more important than the meaning of the holiday. If you don't want to lie to your child then DON'T DO IT. not believing in a make belive character is no going to destroy your child's childhood but it will demonstate how important it was for you to keep your integrity and not lie about a Pagan character and stand up for what you believe is the best course in raising your child no matter how many people think it is wrong or hurtful. i guarantee that will have a more lasting impact on your child than anything.posted 12/29/2004 by a BabyCenter Member
Hey Hurray I'm a Jew. You people pick some wierd stuff to argue about. But we all have to lie a little to our kids, for their own good. Like circumsision doesn't hurt. Bullpoop. I'm probably the only Jew who didn't believe in the barbaric practice of maming anyone of my sons. Happy Hanukah!!posted 12/29/2004 by lisablond3
I told my daughter that Santa was so happy and joyful and so amazed at the GIFT God had given us: that of course being, Jesus Christ Is Born! that he wants to share this joy and good news with everyone, and brings gifts to celebrate. And not Just Santa, people like to give gifts too, to join in celebrating the birth of Holy Baby Jesus...I'm not lying...posted 12/29/2004 by lalalah
How do YOU know Santa Claus is not real?posted 12/29/2004 by gastonw
QUIT TELLING PEOPLE TO SEE MIRACLE ON 34TH STREET!!! It's a movie people. It's fake. It's got a nice story, but IT'S FAKE LIKE SANTA IS! If you wish to use a movie to debate Christmas, pick a better argument. Original poster...this is a mixed up issue that you need to figure out on your own based on what you want for your your own child's future. Merry Christmas (no Happy holidays)posted 12/29/2004 by a BabyCenter Member
Hi everyone! I can only speak for my heart and no one else's...having said that, if you're a Christian or pondering your future, please continue to read. I'll keep it really short. You teach your kids about Santa, so you can enjoy their magical childhood. They grow up and realize it's all fake. Then you try and teach them about Jesus???? How much damage do you think you've done? Do you think they'll be eager to have faith after the "Sant Claus" lie? If you want your children to really have a magical life, dump Santa and go with Jesus!posted 12/29/2004 by a BabyCenter Member
How about telling the story of St. Nick it has a lot to do with the real meaning of Christmas and then again the wise men were real too right? Maybe leading the child to get the idea without spoiling the fun of his/or her developing imagination, kids ususally figure it out on their own without showing they don't believe it, it's all part of the human development. I wouldn't come out and say he wasn't true but listen to what he/she believe's and help him/her develop on their own terms. By the way I felt that Santa and the tooth fairy were emphsised too much and made it harder to believe in God, but this is just my opinion and I wouldn't take my daughter's imagination away from her because of my opinion. She will make her own decisions and I am just to lead her to make her own decisions without lying to her. Everyone develops differently and own their own terms.posted 12/29/2004 by 2232mother
I guess it depends on your beliefs. Apparently there are a lot of secular people here offering you non-Christian advice about a Christian holiday. Who is omniscient? Santa or God? Does Santa see your children when they're sleeping, knows when they've been bad or good, or does God do this? Teaching Santa to your child may mislead them about who really loves them, and could possibly interfere with their spiritual growth. What you teach your child is your own business and no other person's. If you are looking for some secular advice, read the other comments provided. If you're looking for a Christian brother's advice, let Santa fall from your world and teach your child(ren) to embrace Jesus instead on this holiday and every day.posted 12/29/2004 by a BabyCenter Member
I feel truly sorry for the parents that think they did their child a favor by telling them Santa isn't real.I'm sure they were motivated in their hearts to do the right thing and to tell "tell the truth", but somethings in life are not black and white... in life physical things sometimes represent another meaning or symbol (ie: memorials, flags, rings, etc...). Children at that young age are not yet abstract thinkers to make the jump to the symbolism and that's why older kids when they find out that Santa symbolizes love, giving and joyful things, they don't get mad at their parents but understand the greater meaning and symbolism of what Santa represented- they understand it. I do believe in hind site, they feel badly for revealing this to their child and never being able to take it back. I almost cried reading about it. Even today when I ask my parents how on earth they got all those presents for all of us under the tree without waking any of us...they tell me "Never mind"....I love it! I still don't know how they did it..?posted 12/29/2004 by a BabyCenter Member
We take the middle path in our home. We honor both Jesus and the magic of childhood. My husband and I still believe in the magic of Santa. Follow your heart rather than the black and white of truth vs lie. I don't consider telling the truth 100% of the time to be the most compassionate road sometimes...just something to consider.posted 12/29/2004 by kittcatt0412
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Current AnnouncementsFROM: Dr. Summer Arrigo-Nelson RE: GA POSITION: General Zoology
Sent: 8/29/2012 10:07:44 AM
To: Students, Faculty, Staff
A Graduate Assistant position is available for Bio 120: General Zoology, in the Department of Biological and Environmental Science.
This position will allow you to work one-on-one with students, as well as gain experience in course preparation and management. Responsibilities include holding open lab hours and exam prep sessions, helping design and set-up lab exams and design and proctor lecture tests. We are looking for an organized, self-motivated graduate assistant who is capable of working independently and has a good report with students. A strong foundation in zoology/animal diversity and good communication skills are required.
Up to 20 hours per week, days and times are flexible but should include some evening availability.
Deadline: Monday, September 3, 2012.
Please email a resume and the names of two references to Dr. Summer Arrigo-Nelson (email@example.com). We will then set up interviews for qualified applicants.


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by Paula Sugarman
I have been to Washington twice in the past year and was surprised both times by the sophistication of the wine industry there. Like many Californians, I assume we live at the center of the wine universe, both in quality of wines and label design. I'm sure the French are snickering as I write this. One thing is for sure: Washington ain't no tin lizzy when it comes to wines.
I landed in Walla Walla for the 2010 Wine Blogger's Conference expecting to find a cozy little 'burb with a few dozen wineries making the likes of 1970's Boone's Farm and Tyrolia. The misconception was quickly dispelled at the first event, a tasting of delectable Washington wines. I was equally impressed by the very appealing and well designed labels, and several created a case of design envy. The wineries I toured were every bit as elegant as our Napa Valley digs, but with a warm and welcoming vibe. Their beautifully designed wood and rock tasting rooms were like swanky ski lodges with sweeping vineyard views. (links to Reininger and Northstar wineries)
Friendly downtown Walla Walla is a little larger and a tad less snooty than St. Helena. Everywhere we went locals stopped to ask how we were enjoying the conference. (We were easy to spot, because we carried our wine glasses with us.) But there are also some characters in the little valley. There is rumor that Cayuse Vineyard's tasting room is rarely if ever open, using the "Sold Out, Come Back Next Year" sign as an effective marketing strategy. And there's a mean side to larger than life Charles Smith (K-Vintners), who has a penchant for scheduling same day events, which compete with local winery association efforts.
Walla Walla characters aside, there was a palpable excitement at the Bloggers Conference. Social media has trumped the press release. Minute by minute wine news goes directly to the media and wine consumers who are most interested. Today's wine bloggers are pioneers blazing a new way to talk about the juice. Most of us do blogging as a second profession, very few turning enough of a profit to live on. But that's sure to change in the future. Bloggers were a jazzed, friendly, open and ebullient group. Okay, three days of tasting the best of several hundred wineries does tend to make a crowd giddy.
Like me, fellow bloggers were surprised and delighted to discover the delights of Washington wines. The W folks are a bunch of cup-is-half-full guys who brag about the unique growing conditions in their regions. What some would consider hardships, they consider attributes. Lack of water is viewed as a positive because it allows for control in irrigating the grapes. Extremely rocky soil reminds Christophe Baron (Cayuse Winery) of the "galets roules" [rolled stone] in southern France.
Higher latitudes yield harsh winters, but add two extra hours of daylight when it really counts.
Washington wines had a day in the sun with Walla Walla in the leading role. Be they vineyards, wines, branding or tasting rooms, Washington wines are showing favorably in every way. Better than California? Hard to say…after all, I do live in the golden state. One thing is for sure…look out California, we've got company.
Paula Sugarman is owner and creative director of Sugarman Design Group, a California graphic design studio specializing in brand identity, wine label design and food package design.


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Real Estate News: Ripple Effect May Include Higher Mortgage Rates
Here is a look at real-estate news in the weekend's and Monday's WSJ:
Ripple Effect May Include Higher Mortgage Rates: The downgrade of the U.S. credit rating could create a ripple effect on American mortgage markets that remain on government life support.
Fannie Mae Posts Wider Losses: Fannie Mae's second-quarter loss widened to $2.89 billion as credit-related expenses surged amid continued weakness in the housing and mortgage markets.
Time to Refinance? For homeowners, there's a silver lining to the latest onslaught of grim economic news: plunging mortgage rates. Here's what to do.
A Master of the Minimalist Garden: Landscape architect Andrea Cochran is known for her edgy approach that sits somewhere between garden design and modern art.
A Sod Story in East Hampton: How a pair of architects brought together a host of design influences (Malaysian, Mexican, Norwegian, English Cottage!) under one energy-smart roof.
Decorator Alexa Hampton on Hanging Art: "How-to" literature abounds in the world of do-it-yourself. Decorator Alexa Hampton explains the "Where To."
House Talk: With a Jittery Stock Market, Is Now a Good Time to Buy?: If your financial situation is stable, and your local market healthy, it probably is.
Europe House of the Day: London Mansion: This 14-bedroom house was built in 1910 for sugar magnate William Park Lyle. It has been restored and extended to include both indoor and outdoor swimming pools.
House of the Day: Maine Getaway: The owners of this late 18th-century home in Camden, Maine, added a third floor with dormers and had an artist paint a mural in the dining room.
Developer Ventures Outside City–to Asia: The late Seymour Durst, one of New York's storied real-estate developers, famously pledged never to buy a building he couldn't walk to. But for the first time in more than 95 years, the Durst Organization is investing in a real-estate project outside of New York City—in Taiwan.
From a Cookie Factory to a Shopping Center: Riverdale's shuttered Stella D'oro cookie factory, which infused its Bronx neighborhood with the scent of vanilla for decades, is set to be sold to developers who will raze the site and build a shopping center.
Spaces: Design Nods to the Old, New in Gansevoord District: Into this hodgepodge of old and new will soon step a six-story office and retail building designed by Morris Adjmi, which was approved by the Landmark Preservation Commission last month.
Developer Unveils Plans for Site Near Bryant P ark: Hines, of Houston, has become the latest developer to join the race to break ground on Manhattan's next office building. The firm has unveiled the design of a 28-story tower overlooking Bryant Park.
Open House: Carnegie Hill Holds On to the High Ground: Carnegie Hill, the neighborhood in which Andrew Carnegie built his sprawling mansion, remains one of the toniest areas in the city with pricey townhouses and co-op boards with a reputation for being tough to please.
N.Y. House of the Day: The Steinway Mansion: The Steinway mansion, a 19th century Italianate villa in Astoria, Queens, has 25 rooms and is full of original architectural details.


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The Admiral Fell Inn
With a history dating back to the 1700s, the Admiral Fell Inn once served as a safe haven for sailors while their ships called at Baltimore. The historic hotel still maintains the same home-away-from-home appeal for all travelers today, whether they have a pulse or not.
One of the more notable supernatural occurrences happened during Hurricane Isabel in 2003, when the hotel was evacuated except for a few managers. During the night, merriment and dancing could be heard above the lobby, but the only breathing people in the hotel were on the ground floor. The next night, the noises became so loud that the floor actually vibrated.
Rooms start at $169, but if you dare seek out these apparitions without spending the night, the hotel offers a ghost tour, which is free for hotel guests and $5 for non-guests.
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Finding Information on the Reauthorization of the Rehabilitation Act
The 1998 reauthorization of the Rehabilitation Act (Title IV of the Workforce Investment Act of 1998; PL 105-220) requires that the State Plan for each VR agency must include an interagency agreement covering 1) agency financial responsibility, 2) conditions, terms, & procedures of reimbursement, 3) procedures for resolving interagency disputes, and 4) coordination of service procedures among the various providers of services to VR clients. State Plans are due in to the Federal Government by April 1, 2000.
Postsecondary programs should make sure that they are a part of the planning process in their states. We are finding that many postsecondary program service providers are unaware of the provision in the section on the Rehabilitation Act Reauthorization for interagency agreements. What can you, as a postsecondary institution, do to prepare for these meetings and educate yourself about the Act and its potential impact on services to students who are VR clients?
The entire act is available free of charge from the Senate Document Room. Fax 202-228-2815 and request Conference Report 105-659.
Disability Access Information and Support has developed a virtual Teach In on the subject of Vocational Rehabilitation and Interagency Agreements. The purpose of the Teach In is to inform, discuss/share, publicize, and encourage action. The website for the Teach In is http://www.janejarrow.com/teach-in. Information can also be found there on how to sign on to the newly-established listserv that will be used to explore this topic.
Finally, PEPNet has posted a kit to their webpage to help postsecondary education programs prepare for negotiations with Vocational Rehabilitation. The website is http://www.pepnet.org. The PEPNet website explores the history of the Vocational Rehabilitation-Institution of Higher Education relationship, recent events that have had an impact on this relationship, and points that each state Institution of Higher Education should be sure to obtain clarification on, such as how funding of out-of-state students will be handled, and the role of private postsecondary institutions.
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9 portrait photography tips professional studios don't want you to know
In fact, the difference between amateur and professional portraits can be vast. To help you make the jump, our friends at the photo management blog Photoventure have carefully compiled what they believe are nine of the most essential portrait photography tips to help you improve your people pictures.
And these aren't just any old portrait photography tips. These are insider tips that only come from experience. The type of advice long, established pros won't want you to know.
Essential Portrait Photography Tips: 01 When to use Exposure Compensation
A common problem when photographing people with light skin tones is underexposed portraits.
You'll notice this more when shooting full-face photos or when there's lots of white in the scene – brides at weddings are a prime example.
To brighten up your subjects, and when using Av mode, you can use Exposure Compensation. Try dialling in up to +1 stop of positive Exposure Compensation to lighten up people's faces.
10 portrait photography mistakes every photographer makes (and how to fix them)
Studio Lighting: 4 seriously simple lighting techniques to try at home
Free family portrait photography cheat sheet
Summer portrait ideas: how to use natural light for atmospheric people pictures


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Coffee + Drinks
When we decided to also feature a Coffee Bar in our bakery, we made a deliberate effort to find the best coffee, hands down, here in the Twin Cities. From that list of fabulous local roasteries, we chose Peace Coffee because of their reputation for farm-to-roaster integrity, local ownership (cooperative), and bicycle deliver (rain, shine, sleet or snow). Taste the difference…no, REALLY…you CAN taste the difference!


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I discovered today, that out of the new fish I got for a spare 55G I had lying around that I acquired a holding female.
This is what she spat out sometime today.
P.S There are 23 fry in total in 2 Breeder nets. In this picture also are my 2 week old Yellow Lab fry.
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#1,980 Associated Banc-Corp
- Market Cap As of May 2015
- $2.8 Billion
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- United States
- Chief Executive Officer
- Philip Flynn
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- http://www.associatedbank.com
- Employees
- 4,300
- Sales
- Headquarters
- Green Bay, Wisconsin
Associated Banc-Corp on Forbes Lists
- #1,980 Global 2000
- #851 in Assets
Associated Banc-Corp. operates as a bank holding company, through which offers various banking and nonbanking financial services to individuals and businesses. The company operates its business through three segments: Commercial Banking, Consumer Banking and Risk Management & Shared Services. The Commercial Banking segment offers loans, deposits and related banking services to businesses, including regional middle market and larger commercial businesses, governments / municipalities, metro or niche markets and companies with specialized borrowing needs such as financial institutions, or asset-based borrowers. The Consumer Banking segment consists of lending and deposit gathering to individuals and small businesses and also provides a variety of fiduciary, investment management, advisory and corporate agency services to assist customers in building, investing or protecting their wealth, including securities brokerage, and trust / asset management. This segment offers a variety of loan and deposit products to retail customers, including but not limited to: home equity loans and lines of credit, residential mortgage loans and mortgage refinancing, personal and installment loans, checking, savings, money market deposit accounts, IRA accounts, certificates of deposit and safe deposit boxes; small business checking and deposit products, loans, lines of credit; fixed and variable annuities, full-service, discount and on-line investment brokerage; and trust / asset management, investment management, administration of pension, profit-sharing and other employee benefit plans, personal trusts and estate planning. The Risk Management and Shared Services segment includes corporate risk management, finance, treasury, facilities management, operations and technology functions. Associated Banc was founded in 1964 and is headquartered in Green Bay, WI. More »
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Topic: Swords & Potions / R.I.P Chris Shepard (patchesthewolf)
Chris Shepard (patchesthewolf) died CST 9:30 30/12/13. He was a dear friend.
Chris was one of the most wonderful people I have ever met, and his loss is a great sadness for our community. He requested his account be removed from opexovo, and we have honoured his request. But he will always be counted among our dearest and most brilliant players. I hope you will join us in thinking of his family in this difficult time.
I make this thread in his memory.
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This is best place from where you can find Lahore College For Women university LCWU 1st, 2nd, 3rd Merit List 2015. These first, second and third merit list of LCWU is announced for intermediate programs FA, FSC, ICS, iCOM. These admissions are open from 26 July 2015 to till 5 August. During this period of time one can get admission form along with prospectus from admission office. Then a session of interview is also started that will carry on to till mid of August 2015. Then they select right candidates for admission in this top women educational institute. After selection of candidates they announce a merit list that is consider as first one. Then they announce another merit list after couple of days of first one for those seats that remains free due to unavailability of candidate. Then same procedure is repeat with third merit list, now time arrive for the announcement of these merit list and here we try to update whole lists as officially they are declared. So must keep in touch with this page and find the whole recent updates about these admissions.
Lahore College For Women LCWU 1st, 2nd, 3rd Merit List 2015 is given there as officially it will announce.
According to source this year vice chancellor of Lahore College For Women University LCWU is very happy to see the trend of students regarding to admission towards their institute. She said that it's really pleasure for our institute that till it will on top and it is first choice of every girl that want to study in any standard educational institute. Further she say that LCWU always take care of their students and try to modify their system according to international requirement. For this they also take help from foreign instructors that are proving to be fruitful for their institute. Now moving towards the 1st, 2nd, 3rd Merit List of Lahore College For Women University that are announced for admissions in intermediate. Then hopefully they announce in the month of August 2015. So must visit this page and wait for announcement.


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An essential part of the grant application process is the preparation of a detailed budget and an accompanying
narrative. The Louisville Institute closely reviews the information you provide and analyzes what you anticipate the
proposed activities will cost. Give careful consideration to these costs and - when appropriate - work with those in
your organization who are responsible for its accounting procedures.
In the budget review process, the Louisville Institute may question and negotiate items outlined in your proposed
budget. During such discussions, the budget may undergo revisions. If the Institute funds your request, your
organization will receive a grant agreement with a request that the appropriate administrative officer sign as the
official budget. Share this document with those responsible for finances in your institution because it outlines your
financial obligations. The grant agreement and attachments contain the following information:
Your budget should include two parts: a line item budget and a budget narrative that supports your request.
Your line item budget should list all the appropriate accounts where money will be spent (e.g., Personnel, Travel,
etc.) and the anticipated costs of the project in each of these accounts. When appropriate, we encourage you to work
with those responsible for accounting in your organization and to develop the budget based on your organization's
chart of accounts, which will enable both the Institute staff and your organization's staff to monitor the budget
The line items outlined in the sample budgets (below) do
not include all
of the types of items the Institute will consider funding. These samples simply indicate items
commonly found in budget requests. If there are items in your project that you want the Institute
to consider funding, please include these. On the other hand, please do not include line items that
are in the sample budget if they do not apply to your project.
If you are requesting funds for more than one year, arrange the budget
in a calendar-year format, even though your own fiscal year may be different.
Each right-hand column should show the total of each line item for the duration of the project
for the calendar year, and the last right-hand column should show the grant total of the budget.
The Institute receives two types of requests for funding: one seeking entire support for a project and another seeking
support for a portion of a project. If you are requesting support from the Institute to fund 100% of your project's
costs, your budget should reflect all anticipated expenditures. If you seek support from the Institute for a portion of
a project, your budget should include anticipated sources of income as well as anticipated expenditures. These other
funding sources may include your own organization's support, other grant support, income from registration fees,
and/or other contributions to the project.
This section should include a written justification for each line item in your budget.
Each narrative statement should briefly describe:
Here are some specific narrative guidelines for frequently-used items. (Please note that not all items will appear in all budgets.)
Here list the position and the salary or wages requested for
each person's work in the proposed project. If appropriate, you may include here the
salary of supply ministers or adjunct faculty who will fill in for you while you
are conducting your project. If you would like the Institute
to fund a percentage of someone's salary, note that percentage.
Next to each listing (if not clear from the title), state what that person's
activities are with regard to the proposed project.
Indicate the percentages of salaries your organization charges to fringe benefits.
If you use different rates for different individuals, your narrative should contain a table
summarizing calculations for each person.
Included in this category are general expenses directly related to performing the proposed grant project. Such items
as supplies, printing, postage, and telephone are typical entries in the "administrative support" category. There may
be others as well. These items need not be separately identified in the proposed budget, but should be explained in
the budget narrative.
If your project requires purchasing books for seminar attendees, producing and printing brochures, generating
mailings, or performing telephone surveys or large item charges, please include, large expenditures as separate line
items, not under the "administrative support" category. Please provide a brief justification of your calculations for
each line item.
Sometimes organizations will charge percentage allocations for administrative support. If you use percentages,
please indicate that percentage and how it was calculated.
Although the Institute does not ordinarily award grants for capital expenditures, some projects may require the
purchase of equipment for the achievement of project goals. Please list equipment requests separately from
administrative support; estimate purchase price and document why you need this equipment.
Indicate projected travel expenses and document your calculations. Estimate travel expenses based on your
organization's standard travel policies. The project director must authorize all travel expenses charged to the
Institute grant funds; the project director's supervisor or board member must approve the project director's travel.
If your organization specifies a per diem amount for travel, indicate this amount and note what the figure includes.
For instance, some per diem amounts include hotel expenses and others do not.
If the Institute funds your request, we require that your organization retain ticket stubs and itineraries to document
air travel. We also require that someone other than the grantee authorize corporate credit card expenses.
If you plan to hire project consultants, describe the purpose, expected duration of the consultant's work, and the
daily/hourly rate you expect to pay. Consultant fees and travel should be on separate lines unless fees include travel
When you hire consultants, you initiate and retain in your files a contract that includes the following:
If your project includes a conference, please list all costs directly related to the conference,
using separate line items, e.g., travel, food, lodging, honoraria, etc.
A separate line item may include miscellaneous costs that are not itemized above
and not easily identified, but may be necessary to conduct the project.
Please explain the types of items/activities you intend the miscellaneous costs
to include.
If required by an office of grants and contracts, applicants may include a line item for "indirect costs" to cover
institutional charges for grant administration. Indirect costs are not supplemental but must be factored into the
maximum allowable amount for each specific grant program. For example, a $40,000 Sabbatical Grant for
Researchers might include $38,095 direct costs and $1,905 indirect costs (calculated at 5%).
For the current grant cycle (2015-2016):
Please contact the Institute's Associate Director Don Richter email@example.com for additional clarification about indirect costs.
To assist you in preparing a budget, we have provided two sample budgets.
We encourage you to use these samples in preparing your own budget.


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ESCAMA STUDIO: Recycled Aluminum Pulltab Handbags
Posted By Abigail Doan On December 7, 2008 @ 6:00 pm In Accessories and Fashion,Design,sustainable style sundays | 2 Comments
Being resourceful is definitely a virtue these days, and sharing your craftiness with others is perhaps the best way to sprinkle the seeds of good design. But an eco chic accessory that is crafted from 100% recycled materials while also promoting fair trade employment? Well, this is a brilliant scenario for advancing sustainable style [2] while also reducing needless waste and litter.
We have been big fans of Escama [3] recycled aluminum pulltab handbags and totes ever since we spied them on some of the savviest eco babes in town. We are excited to announce that our new online Inhabitat Shop [4] will feature a hand-picked assortment of supercute Escama bags [3] as a means to aid our gift-giving readers and the Brazilian women [5] who handcraft these beautifully original designs.
There are a variety of cool recycled pull-tab accessory projects [6] circulating the web these days, but Escama purses [3] are unique in their impeccably crocheted fabrication and slinky, chic feel. The word "Escama" means fish scales in Portuguese, and these artfully designed soft chain-mail purses are as eye-catching as they are durable. The recycled aluminum pull-tabs from soda cans are individually crocheted and stitched by local artists [5] who make the bags in two craft cooperatives in 'satellite cities' of Brasília, Brazil. The cooperatives offer women a means to earn money through handicrafts and business training. Prices of goods are set by the artisan cooperatives and trained artists are paid competitively for their one-of-a-kind craftwork.
There were originally only 12 artisans producing bags for Escama in 2004, and currently there are over 100. Escama abides by fair trade principles as a member of the Fair Trade Federation [7] (FTF) and offers a fair living wage for their products. In addition, over the past four years they have assisted the artist groups to establish bank accounts and have generously donated computers, furniture, educational training and a percentage of sales.
Each Escama bag [3] is handcrafted by an individual artist and comes with a personal note from the woman who made it, connecting consumer and producer through a shared exchange. We could think of no better way to highlight the best of sustainable style [2] than by featuring these exquisitely and ethically produced accessories for fashion forward women in all hemispheres.
+ Escama Studio [3]
+ Escama Studio's DIY Crochet with Pulltabs Tutorial [8]
+ Inhabitat Shop [4]
[9] Escama Chica Rosa Clutch made from 200 recycled aluminum pulltabs – features zipper closure and high quality nylon lining – $40 from Inhabitatshop
[10] Escama Francisca Bag made from 500 recycled aluminum pulltabs – features fabric nylon liner, padded strap, and external flap that covers the zipper closure – $80 from Inhabitatshop [11]
[12] Escama Socorro Bag made from 700 recycled aluminum pulltabs – features zipper closure, high quality nylon lining, and inside zip pocket – $125 from Inhabitatshop [13]
[14]Escama Luci Tote made from 1,500 recycled aluminum pulltabs – fully lined interior with two inside pockets and zipper closure – $228 from Inhabitatshop [15]
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[3] Escama: http://www.escamastudio.com/
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[6] pull-tab accessory projects: http://www.greatgreengoods.com/2008/01/10/pull-tabs-pop-tabs-pop-tops-what-do-you-call-them/
[7] Fair Trade Federation: http://www.escamastudio.com/fair_trade.html
[8] + Escama Studio's DIY Crochet with Pulltabs Tutorial: http://www.escamastudio.com/how_to.html
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[15] Escama Luci Tote made from 1,500 recycled aluminum pulltabs – fully lined interior with two inside pockets and zipper closure – $228 from Inhabitatshop: http://www.inhabitatshop.com/product.php?productid=16191&cat=250&page=1
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Technology and Literacy: A Story about the Perils of Not Paying Attentionhttp://www.ncte.org/library/NCTEFiles/Resources/Journals/CCC/0503-feb99/05SELFE.pdf access restricted (by the publisher) to members/subscribers/customers only peer-reviewed
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Abstract:Technological literacy-meaning computer skills and the ability to use computers and other technology to improve learning, productivity and performance-has become as fundamental to a person's ability to navigate through society as traditional skills like reading, writing and arithmetic. In explicit acknowledgment of the challenges facing the education community, on February 15, 1996, President Clinton and Vice President Gore announced the Technology Literacy Challenge, envisioning a 21st century where all students are technologically literate. The challenge was put before the nation as a whole, with responsibility shared by local communities, states, the private sector, educators, local communities, parents, the federal government, and others.


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Editor's Note: As with many of our Ten and Five articles, this article does contain spoilers. Consider your metal alloy ass warned.
Terminator Salvation has had a bumpy road to the theater screens. The only person made happy by the announcement that McG would be directing the film was McG's own mother. Maybe. He had a wall of shame consisting of his filmography to overcome, and to his credit he attacked that barrier head on. Enthusiasm and respect filled his convention appearances and interviews, an impressive cast came together around the project, and when the first footage began to appear it impressed the hell out of many of his critics. Had we all been too quick to judge? Could he actually pull it off? Would Salvation be the great film we all hoped it would be?
The film is finally here. The answer is no. In fact, the answer is such a resounding "no" that we doubled our normal amount of dislikes and had two writers tackle this double-stacked version of 10 and 5 (we'll let you do the math). To be fair, something we're legally not required to be, we also doubled our likes because both writers Rob Hunter and Robert Fure are big fans of the Terminator franchise and despite what you'll read below, eagerly await a fifth installment. Except this time, they want it to be good.
20 Things We Didn't Like
20) "I've never driven before" – Oh Kyle Reese, you prankster. Never driven yet you throw the car into gear, drive off-road like a champ, and know precisely how to turn the wheel when Marcus yanks the emergency brake. Made for a funny punchline when Marcus kicks him out of the seat, but otherwise unbelievable. -Rob Hunter
19) Bad Wire Work – When a human being is punched by a robot or hit with an explosion they normally die. Instead of dying, these humans decided to fly through the air in straight lines rather than in an arc like things actually travel. At one point, Marcus jumps off a bridge and begins to fall, but somehow magically he rises slightly and his upper body shifts as if he's being pulled up. That's some seriously bad wire work. -Robert Fure
18) Cheese factor – Way too much shmaltz on display here… from Reese's call to "stay alive in here (taps head) and here (taps heart)" to Marcus' whiny "Do you think people deserve a second chance?" to Connor's nod of approval when Marcus offers his heart. -Rob Hunter
17) Needless Explosions – I love explosions – as long as they make sense. When Marcus is fleeing from the Resistance Base, why do the humans blow up the entire forest? Seems like a huge waste of material and a giant signal fire to the machines. -Robert Fure
16) 100-ton Harvester Ninja? – The giant Harvester robot was pretty cool, but how the hell did it manage to sneak up on everyone at the gas station? The earth would be shaking from its footsteps. And yes, it was dropped off by a jet powered aircraft… -Rob Hunter
15) Not Enough Terminators – Seriously. We see a couple of fat T-600s. Like, literally, they only fight 2 of them. Where are all the bad ass robots? -Robert Fure
14) Connor's wavering concern for others – Saving lives is what makes Connor's fight more human… until he gets on the chopper at the end and the kid hands him the detonator. Does he ask "Hey, is everyone out safely?" No. He immediately blows the shit out of everything. Remember all those folks he "rescued" from cells and told to go to the transport? They were probably all sitting in the transport twiddling their thumbs and waiting for him when he blew the place to pieces. -Rob Hunter
13) Poor acting – Most of the acting in this film is weak. I wasn't impressed with Bloodgood, and Common has nothing to do. -Robert Fure
12) Inconsistent CGI/matte work – To be sure, most of the effects in the film are fantastic… gritty and believable practical creations alongside solidly rendered CGI robots and action. But there's also some visual blunders… like the blending of Marcus against a digital matte of a devastated Los Angeles, a CGI Connor speeding off on a cycle, a certain governor's face mapped to a bodybuilder's body, a poorly rendered flying bot that is barely a step or two above the floating eyeball from Big Trouble in Little China… too many glaring visual gaffes for a big movie like this. -Rob Hunter
11) This Isn't The Matrix Reloaded – So why did Marcus talk to the all-knowing Architect that is Skynet itself. Portrayed by a computer image of Helena Bonham Carter who gives the machine a sassy attitude. Remember the good old days when robots didn't have attitudes? They were just robots. -Robert Fure
10) Editing highlighted gaps – The most obvious gap is the one that should have been filled with Bloodgood's wet, moonlit orbs. She and Marcus start to set up a camp for a night in the rain when suddenly she's alone and three scumbags show up claiming they've been watching her and like what they see. They saw boobs. We didn't. And it's left a hole in my heart (as well as in the narrative). Another scene sees Connor clearly during the day arguing with his resistance commander on the radio about an imminent attack… then he's talking to the troops over the radio clearly at night imploring them not to bomb before dawn… then he's heading out to Skynet clearly during the day (and well after dawn)… then he infiltrates Skynet at night. What? -Rob Hunter
9) Marcus' Love of Screaming – People simply letting out big howls of emotional pain is like fourth grade playwriting. Marcus climbs out of a hole – two big screams. He finds out he's a robot – big howl. Lame. But if you have the guy scream like that, you don't have to address what just happened anymore, because you know it hurt him, and now he's better. -Robert Fure
8) Poor screenplay structure – I'm actually being too kind by implying it even had a structure. Main characters are introduced with the assumption that they and the audience are already old friends, new ones enter the film only to do nothing, way too many instances of perfect timing, an ending voice-over by Marcus immediately followed by one from Connor, they give Connor a pregnant wife but do nothing with the inherent value of that situation (how important his own mother was, the drama of bringing a child into this post-apocalyptic world, etc), Skynet can hear a short piece of stereo music in the hills but can't seem to find a giant resistance base with much noisier planes and choppers flying in and out, and speaking of helicopters… if Connor offers you a ride in one stay the hell away. -Rob Hunter
7) Lucky Shots – Life sucks. Especially after the Apocalypse. But if you're Marcus Wright, you can throw a tire iron with pinpoint precision to hit a target flying at 60mph or you can just randomly whip mototerminators through the air and into the only weak spot of a Hunter-Killer. -Robert Fure
6) Machine physics and attributes – Too many to list here, but a brief sampling… robots are either strong or they're not. If you're capable of denting steel, a fight against a human should result in more than just scrapes and bruises; the robot motorcycles that launch from the Harvester's legs, why do they have handlebars and controls for Connor to use when they're built by and for Skynet? -Rob Hunter
5) Wrong Reactions. How come no one ever freaks out? Marcus wakes up after 15 freaking years and doesn't think anything about it. He admits to Kyle Reese about not knowing what happened to LA (Judgement Day, something that is hard to miss) or what a Terminator is. No questions asked? Also, Connor accuses Marcus of killing his father, Kyle Reese. Marcus responds by saying Kyle Reese is still alive. Neither seem to address the fact that Kyle Reese is, like, 14 years old and John Connor is in his 30s. -Robert Fure
4) Why are John Connor and Kyle Reese still alive? – Seriously Skynet. You have Reese in custody… kill him. He doesn't need to be alive to lure in Connor… kill him. And when the decision is finally made to kill him, they send the most inept T-600 they could find who not only lets him out of the cell but is unable to crush his scrawny teenage windpipe. And Connor? Why the elaborate plan to get Connor into Skynet HQ when Marcus could have killed him a dozen times over by then? -Rob Hunter
3) No All Out Robot Battle – Every movie before this gave us a glimpse of 2029, where the awesome happens. Pulse rifles, lasers, giant robots, and armies of machines. What do we get this time? Assault rifles, 2 old terminators, and a few floating things. McG wants Terminator 5 to take place in 2011 using modern weapons? What the hell was this then? All the weapons in this movie exist today. -Robert Fure
2) When did Skynet turn into a Bond villain? – Marcus enters the Skynet control room, downloads shit-tons of information (and the ability to shut down some turrets, why some? Shut all the bots down!) and the image of Dr. Kogan appears to explain everything. Why the need to explain what should have been included in the download? Why the need to explain and gloat about the brilliance of your master plan… you're a computer goddamnit not Dr. Evil. -Rob Hunter
1) Shit-rific Script. The problem with this movie was the script. There is bad dialog. Poor fake military phrases. Right off the bat they talk about a missile being "danger close." Danger close doesn't mean the missile is getting closer to target, it means it's going to be really close to friendlies, who were off in helicopters waiting. The worst part, for me, was that you could tell the script had been written and changed in a hurry to give more stuff to Connor. When you hire Christian Bale, he needs to be the main feature, even if it means destroying the flow. -Robert Fure
BONUS. Invincible T-800 – This T-800 is unstoppable. It gets shot by 40mm grenades, by some high caliber like 20mm gun, gets covered in molten steel, and then flash frozen. None of that even bothers it. I remember back in the previous movies when stuff like that could destroy the hell out of robots. -Robert Fure
10 Things We Did Like
10) A-10s – If one plane would survive the Apocalypse, it would be these badass warbirds. -Robert Fure
9) Christian Bale – Say what you will about the hard edge and undeveloped character of Connor, Bale brings a commanding and imposing performance. He excels at playing bastards both good and bad, so much so that I'd really like to see the guy take on a comedy, romantic or otherwise. -Rob Hunter
8) Arnold Cameo – Even if it was just CGI and short lived, I liked it. -Robert Fure
7) Moon Bloodgood/Sam Worthington – Two relatively new faces to the big screen… You think I watched "Journeyman" for the time travel storyline? (I did.) But it was mostly for a weekly dose of Bloodgood. She's beautiful to look at obviously, but she's also an interesting actress. Sultry voice, inviting eyes, and she acts pretty well too. And while I don't know if I agree that Worthington is on the cusp of super-stardom, he definitely has more than his fair share of high profile films on the horizon. He deserves the attention though, as he's a captivating physical presence in need of a role that will test his acting chops as well as his charisma. -Rob Hunter
6) Climax – I thought the last 15 minutes or so were pretty badass. It actually featured Terminator violence rather than just people running from evil gunships. -Robert Fure
5) Nods to earlier Terminator films – I won't ruin them all but there are several knowing winks to the series in the new film. Amazingly, none of them seemed out of place. The heavy truck/motorcycle chase was a nice role reversal, the T-800 cameo was very cool (even with the questionable CGI face), the skeletonized Terminator feet walking up the stairs and two riffs on the skull crushing scenes are welcome and brief visual odes to the past, and they even manage a fresh "I'll be back" quote without it sounding lame. -Rob Hunter
4) Theme Music – I'm glad the original Terminator theme was included, but why wait so long to use it? I'm glad it showed up. -Robert Fure
3) The gruff and manly face off between Bale and the always great Michael Ironside – Okay, wasn't really a face off as they were yelling at each other over the radio, but it was still a kick ass scene that gave me a rare smile during the movie. -Rob Hunter
2) Anton Yelchin – Because Hunter already talked about Bale, who is awesome, I'll mention Anton, who does a good job as Kyle Reese and is one of the only characters that actually has any emotional growing to do, at least that doesn't involve screaming. Marcus' screaming did seem totally like it was written in by a third grader struggling with writing big words, but I'll agree that Sam Worthington was pretty good and has a bright future ahead of him. -Robert Fure
1) The action! – Anyone who fails to appreciate the action in the film is quite possibly dead inside (see Cole's review here). I see no other explanation. The movie has many faults (obviously) but the constant action scenes and varied set-pieces are often impressively staged and executed. From Marcus' hand to hand combat with some wannabe rapists to gunfights filled with tracers to air combat involving A-10 Warthogs to the giant Harvester attack on the gas station to a thrilling chase to a "single shot" helicopter take-off and crash landing, the movie is a kinetic cluster-bomb of explosive, metal on metal fun. -Rob Hunter
So there it is. The first true cinematic disappointment of the year. There are other films far, far worse of course but none that hurt me so deeply. We don't blame McG as he did the best he could with the talent he possesses. He managed some spectacular action here, but dropped the ball almost everywhere else. We were fools for thinking he had grown from the boob who directed the Charlie's Angels films into a truly competent filmmaker.
That said, while the film isn't what we wanted, we still want more because killer robots are awesome. How do you feel?


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Myers-Briggs personality type: ISTP
Motto: I'll analyse it to understand it
Tigers are rare, as are ISTPs. Although there are only five species left, they are determined and strong, like ISTPs. They are the largest cat and can be confident and assertive explorers, enjoying finding out about the world around them, like ISTPs.
- Can work quietly and steadily on a number of things at once.
- Can look at situations and make decisions without getting upset.
- Can stand up for what they believe in, even if others don't agree.
- Can be flexible and try new ways to get things done
Jobs and careers
Lots of Tigers work in:
As children
- Enjoy learning, especially facts that help them understand how the world works.
- Very individualistic and determined to do things their way!
- Often enjoy competitive games and toys.
- May not seek or need lots of physical attention (it doesn't mean they don't love you).
- Will question authority and don't like being fussed over.
- Imaginative problem solvers, enjoy testing theories and ideas (including challenging their parent!)
- Enjoy privacy and may take things apart to see how they're made!
As young people
They're honest and realistic with great common sense and a love for life. If someone doesn't make sense, they'll tell them so. This can sometimes make them seem stubborn and strong-willed.
As a partner
They're usually good fun to be with, though may sometimes be too honest with their opinions for their own good.
At work
Natural problem solvers
Over represented in environmental work, agriculture, horticulture, forestry, catering, engineering, construction, crafts, paramedic, driving and transport.
Reduce stress
Share your good ideas and humour around.
Don't get wrapped up in your own thoughts and think you can't ask for others' opinions or help.
Preferred roles
Explorer, firefighter, performer, operator.
Leadership style
Quiet and flexible. Task focused. Can be risk takers. Can keep their thoughts to themselves.
Tend to like and offer freedom and independence to their team members.
Famous Tigers
Steve Jobs
Scarlett Johansson
Snoop Dogg
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Missouri teacher targets absenteeism in new class
Monday, February 4, 2013
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. -- When Matt Tabor walks the halls of Benton High School, he could pass for a student. He's not much taller than a freshman. Kids pull him aside and joke with him like he's their BFF. And he smiles a lot.
"He's a great guy, strict but fair," said Colton Brown, one of Tabor's charges.
Colton is one of the students in Tabor's attendance class, a program he began last year to help curb excessive tardiness and absenteeism at the school.
Tabor said he had 68 students in his class last semester who missed a combined total of 2,000 days of school last year. At the end of first quarter this year, those same 68 students missed an average of fewer than three days.
How did he do it? Tabor said it's all about caring for the students.
"At the end of the day, education comes down to relationships," he said. "If a kid is missing 30 days of school in a year, there is a reason. It's usually outside influences or something at home is not correct in their life, then they have substance abuse problems, they may absolutely have no one at home forcing them to go to school. It's my job to hold them accountable."
In Tabor's class, students not only learn proper study habits, but also the core values of responsibility and discipline. As a byproduct of better attendance, the students' grades have improved, he said.
"If there's one thing I'm most proud of, it's that out of the 68 students I had last semester, 25 of them did not have a single F on their report card."
Colton was one of those students who missed a lot of school last year. His grades slipped pretty bad, he said. Both improved since he was referred to Tabor's class.
"'Tabes' has been a good mentor to me, been there helping me out," Colton said. "He's been like another dad to me. He helps all the kids, gets them on track in their life, try to get them to get good grades. That's what he's been doing with us."
Tabor said if most teachers would step back and get to know the students, it would help develop a relationship with them and improve their grades. Children have to know you have their best interest at heart, he said.
"That kid will show up for you and do whatever you ask him to do," Tabor said. "It works every time."


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Many users will see references to an application called MacKeeper on various web sites and via pop-ups on their browser. Not only is it expensive for what it purports to do (freeware applications that do the same or more are readily available), it can sometimes install itself without the user realising it, and it can be very tricky to get rid of.
Most positive reviews of it have been found to have been paid for by Zeobit (developers of MacKeeper) in the form of 'free upgrades' etc. For example (posted by fellow contributor Softwater), on their Facebook page and on their webpage they have this apparent endorsement from UNC Charlotte:
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Softwater contacted the Director of IT at the College of Arts and Architecture UNC Charlotte, about whether they endorse MacKeeper and his response, quoted here, was:
No, please do not download and install MacKeeper. We have seen problems with this software in the past.
MacKeeper has been described by various sources as highly invasive malware* that can de-stablize your operating system, adding that it is unethically marketed, with a history of making false advertising claims, by a company called Zeobit and a rip-off.
For more details about Zeobit's alledgedly fraudulent advertising and paid-for 'reviews', and their dubious marketing practises, read this:
Further opinion on it and how to uninstall MacKeeper malware can be read here:
MacKeeper have recently said that the uninstaller from here:
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now works.
This is also worth reading:
Equally phoney was iAntivirus:
until it was purchased recently (May 2012) by Symantic (makers of Norton anti-virus which does not work well with Apple OS X). Even after having tinkered with it, iAntivirus still fails to do the job properly and cannot be recommended.
There are no viruses that can affect Apple OS X and there is therefore no reason to run anti-virus software on a Mac, but a Mac, like all computers, can transmit viruses and malware to other users particularly those running Windows. Note, however, that Trojans are another matter and can represent a genuine threat, an example of which was the recent 'Flashback Trojan' which you can read more about here:
For further information you may find this User Tip on Viruses, Trojan Detection and Removal, as well as general Internet Security and Privacy, useful:
The User Tip (which you are welcome to print out and retain for future reference) seeks to offer some guidance on the main security threats and how to avoid them.
* The expression 'malware' is a general term used by computer professionals to mean a variety of forms of hostile, intrusive, or annoying software.


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Mavis Beacon Teaches Typing
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Mavis Beacon Teaches Typing is a computer program designed to teach little children how to type faster on the keyboard. This is accomplished by listening to a slutty whore named Mavis Beacon bitch at you when you press the wrong key or go too slow during a lesson.
Occasionally you are allowed to play one of several equally mind-numbing minigames, each of them involving you typing out nonsense words in order to do something completely useless in the game. For instance, typing the word "eat" in the middle of the car racing game makes your car go. There has been much criticism of this program by flustered driver's ed instructors who are having to deal with kids whipping out their laptops while driving on the highway and expecting the car to follow the road when they type "bread lord piss fire hood wanker". Mavis Beacon Teaches Typing has been unofficially linked to at least 100 automobile-related accidents in the United States. Figures are estimated to be at least triple that in Canada, but nobody cares about them, so it's all good.
One of the major successes of Beacon is that it appeals equally to girls and boys. Namely, Beacon is equally loathed by the two sexes. School board officials are quick to point out that typing is one of the most necessary life skills for both genders, ranking just ahead of math and just behind sex ed.
Indeed, this seems to be one of the only cases in recorded history where somebody with the words "board of education" in their title isn't full of shit. Studies have proven that typing is indeed of paramount importance to the careers of young Americans. Boys aspiring to become competent in the global jobs market will need to learn to type up the weekly business records making sure that company jobs are being sent over to China in a timely fashion. Typing is important for women too, because in today's modern workplaces, secretaries are actually expected to write up documents in between fetching coffee for their bosses and having sex with them in exchange for not getting fired. Out of all comparable programs in its price range, Mavis Beacon Teaches Typing is the most effective solution available. Several lucky keyboarding instructors have reported getting an entire class set for under $5 at the local Crap 'b Us software outlet bargain bin. And of course, you can't argue with the results.
User Testimony
Here are what some of the end users of Mavis Beacon Teaches Typing have to say about this product:
"Mvis Bkcn Taehces Tpiyng rlaery hlped me lrn to tpye btter."
"i Am really gald that ym teacerh boght me tshi porragm, bcus I cuold'nt ptye bfefoe"
"I must say this typing program really improved my typing but I still cannot understand those stupid democrats all they ever say is "wrd up fo envrnment is bttr tn u irq cn brn"
"I wnta tehse mtheurfukcngi skanes ofo this mtheurfukcngi palne!!11!".
"I have been a dedicated Halo player for six years now but after a while I decided that killing people seemed too much like school. When I first heard about this brilliant computer game I almost couldn't believe this type of coding was possible being a programmer almost at a professional level (I do the real .NET stuff not lifehacker for people who don't even call themselves programmers). But when I realised this was true I was very exited and its so cool and it made me aa reel geek coz my girlfriend dumped me.".
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It seems that a Mavis Beacon craze is sweeping the entire planet. In response to the successes of Mavis Beacon Teaches Typing, Broderbund, the publishers of Beacon, are planning several new additions to the Mavis Beacon Teaches "family". These include:
- Mavis Beacon Teaches Sex Ed
- Mavis Beacon Teaches A Brief History of the Development of Human Religious Practices and Their Influences on the Development of the Social, Political, Economic, and Military Structures of the Modern Civilizations
- Mavis Beacon Teaches Absolutely Nothing
- Mavis Beacon Teaches Funeral Manners
- Mavis Beacon Teaches Thermonuclear Wartime Ethics
- Mavis Beacon Teaches Stereotyping
- Mavis Beacon Teaches Do-it-yourself Brain Surgery
- Mavis Beacon lerns you how ta speek'n'spel (Very popular in Southern US states)
- Mavis Beacon Teaches Presidency for Fucking Retarded Texan Governors
Due to popular demand, the rights to the computer generated Mavis Beacon herself has been leased to Playboy Magazine.
Interesting fact, in the fundamentalist home-school edition of Mavis Beacon Teaches Typing, Carrie Underwood replaces Beacon as your virtual instructor. Critics say the switch is counterproductive, as Carrie Underwood is statistically far more likely to start young Christian boys beating their meat, thus damning them to the fiery depths of hell equally as fast as taking orders from black people.


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Rocks Turning Green
Recently the rocks on the bottom of my fish tank have been turning green. What does this mean and is it a problem. Also how can I make it go away?
algea probably so you will need to lower lighting time or just scrub it away
if you have alot of algea you will need to do lots of water changes while changing lighting time and scrubing away
Bear in mind that algae is natural and normal. Algae will always appear in the presence of light, as there will be sufficient nutrients in the water. It is impossible to have no algae in an aquarium, and there are many types. Controlling it depends upon plants. If you have live plants, algae can be trouble if it forms on the leaves, so it needs to be kept in check. But without live plants, algae is a good thing, since it is doing what plants would do, using nutrients to produce oxygen. It is up to you how much algae you allow, but light is the controlling factor.
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Secure Encrypted Text TRIAL
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Developer Notes
Encrypt & send sensitive info via text / SMS. Master password remembers the passwords for each person. Recipients must have this app. Perfect for company phones.
Group Contacts. Make templates of messages.
TRIAL limited to 5 runs / 5 days, needs Internet.
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WASHINGTON – Most residents of the Washington area know to expect the cicadas they've been told will swarm this summer. While many are happy to skip the whole episode, there is a spot to see the incoming guests for those excited about their arrival.
The Science Channel has launched its "Cicada Cam," which the Washington Post reports is a live web channel where visitors can watch cicadas in a terrarium adorned with Washington landmarks.
"On a recent day, a gang of them seemed to be trying to tear the top off a model of the Capitol. But mostly they can be seen crawling, flying and mating en masse. It's both riveting and revolting," the Post reports.
Part of the time, the bugs seem to be docile to the point where some commenters question if they've died. Other times, they're active and scaling the Capitol replica like a scene out of a horror movie.
This brood of cicadas crawls out of the ground every 17 years across the region. The group of bugs in the terrarium were captured in southwest Washington.
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