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Usually, Ars catches its readers up with an "Ars Readers React" post or a "Week in Review" post on the weekends. If you missed anything from the week, that post is a good way to review the most important stories and the best notes from the commenters in any given week.
But this week was special, as the Ars staff gathered together for their annual "Technicon." 362 days out of the year, Ars staffers work from home, communicating by IRC (yes, IRC), e-mail, and various text and video chat services. But for three days out of the year, we leave the Orbiting HQ and actually see each other face to face, sharing ideas for the coming year and talking about what did and didn't work the year before. Basically, we meet to make what you read better.
In lieu of a weekly retrospective, we decided to bring you a little glimpse into our 2013 Technicon in Chicago. After a few days of work and play, we left Chicago excited for what's in store at Ars for 2014. We hope you'll keep coming back to our beloved site for more great writing, photos, and videos—we promise some big plans are in store.
Lee Hutchinson
We started Technicon 2013 on Wednesday night, gathering for a little Soylent tasting. Lee Hutchinson provided us with some of the high-quality, unflavored nutrient drink. Here is Managing Editor Eric Bangeman about to take a sip.
Lee Hutchinson
We started Technicon 2013 on Wednesday night, gathering for a little Soylent tasting. Lee Hutchinson provided us with some of the high-quality, unflavored nutrient drink. Here is Managing Editor Eric Bangeman about to take a sip.
Lee Hutchinson
Ars Technica's new reviews editor, Ron Amadeo, dutifully drank his Soylent ration. Microsoft Editor Peter Bright, on the other hand, hated it. We're not sure where Bright will get his protein after the apocalypse if he can't suffer through a glass of Soylent.
Jon Brodkin
After a meal of Soylent (and pasta for those too delicate to give up real food) some Ars editors settled down for a game of poker.
Jon Brodkin
It started out friendly enough. From left to right: Senior Reviews Editor Lee Hutchinson, Microsoft Editor Peter Bright, Technology Reporter Jason Inofuentes, Senior Products Specialist Andrew Cunningham, and Senior Science Editor John Timmer.
For a minute, Peter Bright looked like he was about to take everyone's money (but Eric Bangeman won in the end).
Sean Gallagher
The next day we all tallied our losses and prepared for a long day of meetings in the John Hancock Center in Chicago.
Cyrus Farivar
In June, Lee Hutchinson wrote a review of a Bitcoin miner from Butterfly Labs. As journalists, we couldn't ethically keep the $700 in Bitcoins that we made from Lee's review, so we donated the money to the EFF and got some stickers in return.
Lee Aylward
Technical Director Jason Marlin listens intently while Eric Bangeman types.
Lee Hutchinson
After a long day in a windowless conference room, the Ars staff got to unwind with a trip to the Emporioum Arcade Bar in Chicago.
Lee Hutchinson
Our fearless leader, Editor in Chief Ken Fisher, tackling Super Mario Brothers.
Jason Inofuentes
Andrew Cunningham took the game on as well.
Staff Editor Nathan Mattise, Gaming Editor Kyle Orland, Senior IT Reporter Jon Brodkin, and Deputy Editor Nate Anderson collaborated on The Simpsons Arcade Game and beat it.
Jason Inofuentes
(There's some button-mashing involved in beating that game.)
Cyrus Farivar
The next morning we tallied our losses again, and a few of us tried to shake off the night before with a refreshing morning run by Lake Michigan. From left to right you see Jason Inofuentes, Staff Editor Megan Geuss, Associate Writer Casey Johnston, and Nathan Mattise. Tech Policy Editor Joe Mullin is hidden behind Casey.
Casey Johnston
On the morning run, Casey took a slow-motion video of the staff running through the Lake Michigan sand on her (gold) iPhone 5S. The staff watches and laughs as Megan totally (accidentally) trips Joe and sends him flying.
Lee Aylward
IT Editor Sean Gallagher, Jason Marlin, and Eric Bangeman all listen intently throughout the Friday meetings.
Jason Inofuentes
Peter Bright poses for the camera during an afternoon session.
That night, the staff went on a boat ride down the Chicago River to celebrate the marriage of Editor-at-Large Jacqui Cheng and former Arsian Clint Ecker. The city cleaned up nicely for the event.
Megan Geuss
Casey Johnston in the shadows.
Megan Geuss
Lee Hutchinson and his "Clint + Jacqui 4eva" sunglasses. Congratulations, guys!


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May 22, 2014 10:10 AM
We've seen a lot of animal-themed office supplies, but not all of them made us exclaim, "That's so cute!" like this Chameleon Scotch Tape Dispenser ($12). How can you resist that clever adhesive tongue? Don't worry about it being a boring shade of gray. Like the real reptile it's modeled after, this tape dispenser changes color when you touch it.
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We spotted something really neat and wanted to share it. LitWorld's annual World Read Aloud Day is coming up on March 7th.
"World Read Aloud Day is about taking action to show the world that the right to read and write belongs to all people. World Read Aloud Day motivates children, teens, and adults worldwide to celebrate the power of words, especially those words that are shared from one person to another, and creates a community of readers advocating for every child's right to a safe education and access to books and technology." ~ from the LitWorld website
Last year, a bunch of children's book authors volunteered to read aloud via Skype to classrooms and libraries around the globe for free.
This year, numerous authors are once again volunteering their time to read aloud to classrooms and libraries all over the world over Skype. We support this 100% and we want to spread the word to our Skype in the classroom community and other Skype fans.
For example, we heard about this school in Minnesota that Skype called Barbara Gail Techel, the author of two books about her dog, who moves around using a doggie wheel chair. We love how Skype enables classrooms to reach out to authors and experience something they normally wouldn't be able to.
If you'd like to have an author visit your classroom or library for World Read Aloud Day, here's further instructions on this helpful blog featuring authors and how to reach them.
Also, if you can't organize a classroom reading, you can still make an impact by picking up a children's book and reading aloud to your son or daughter, niece or nephew or grandchild. If you aren't nearby, you can still read to them over a free video call wherever they might be.
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David Hahn, LinkedIn: Introducing LinkedIn Sponsored Updates
Good news! LinkedIn joined the sponsored updates train! As a network that focuses on professions rather than simple social updates, businesses can target these updates to potential employees or other businesses.
Scott Gerber, Mashable: 8 Creative Ways to Connect With Customers on Facebook
Facebook is still the top dog for social media despite the rise of Google Plus. Mashable asked eight entrepreneurs how to connect with Facebook customers in creative ways. Try one a day and let us know how they work out.
Rand Fishkin, Moz: The Key to Empowering Your Marketing Team
Whiteboard Fridays by Moz are always entertaining and informative. This Week, Rand Fishkin discusses how to empower your marketing team. We suggest you watch the video, and then think of some ways to empower other departments in your company.
Barry Feldman, SlideShare: Your content Shall Rock: How to Strike a Chord With Content
Looking for content ideas? We all are, and this SlideShare has plenty of subjects to build off of. You could take one a day and fill your entire month with amazing content.
Ginny Soskey, HubSpot: The New Gmail Inbox: How It Works and Why Email Marketers Should Pay Attention
If you have been monitoring your email blasts lately, you may see your open rates drop. Why is this? It may be because of the new Gmail inbox layout. Learn how the new Gmail works so you can avoid losing readers.
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The hardest part about starting something new is actually getting it started; then it is following through. This is a simple strategy to help you learn how to monitor, set goals, measure, and prevail on your social media networks.
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In our monthly webinar, two of PCG's content writers talked about listening to your employees to find great content. This video offers a great process for using your employees to better your company.
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Graphic designer, Jesús Prudencio, loves both cars and films, which is why he developed this set of amazing movie posters. From Pulp Fiction's Chevy Nova to The Shining's tractor and more, these posters show the true stars of the film.
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This video will not teach you anything except to do what you enjoy. After a long workweek, go out and do something fun that pushes the limits.


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Sponsorship Opportunities.
Sponsoring Wymondham RFC will benefit both you and our club. We like to work with our sponsors as business partners and have created some very special sponsorship packages which offer you a range of options in marketing your business / products.
Our aim is to give you some great opportunities to:
Our sponsors are recommended to members and supporters as preferred suppliers.
With the value for money range of sponsorship options (see below) - you have the opportunity to raise the profile of your business on the pitch, in written communications that may kept throughout the season, on the website and, importantly, in a regular newsletter which will be sent to members, supporters and sponsors of the club. Your business will also be able to benefit from networking at our matches and our superb social events – which range from fun days to fireworks displays and key events in the local business calendar.
Please view our sponsorship options below. Each sponsorship package details the marketing, advertising and networking included and has been carefully designed to give you the maximum opportunity and contact to achieve your objectives – at that level of sponsorship. Some individual sponsorships are also available and are detailed below.
Opportunities also arise for specific event sponsorships linked to with our highly popular and well attended events. From our Pre Match Lunches with four courses prepared by our excellent caterers, Eatwells, to our prestigious Players' Dinner, an event that attracts in the region of 500 club members, friends and guests from the local business community. Our annual Fireworks Event is also ranked one of the finest in the county.
Sponsor Wymondham RFC and enjoy the support you give and gain from the community.
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Chemical peels are still great a treatment for the summer months depending on your lifestyle. Many people have more time off during the summer, which would allow for some more time for peeling. If you live in a climate that has more humidity chances are your skin will heal faster. The main concern in the summer is sun exposure, so if you do decide to have a chemical peel you have to be extremely careful with outdoor activities and heat. Many times heat can counter act a peel that is targeting a pigmentation issue. These are a few important things to keep in mind when considering facial treatments and peels. If you still want to proceed with a peel you may want to opt for a lighter peel during the summer and go for a more aggressive during the colder months. Lighter peels are ideal for summer months. Lighter peels have little to no down-time but will keep your skin looking radiant and revitalized. There have been many advances in peels providing great results with minimal down-time. There are many peels on the market to fit your skin concerns and lifestyle. Click this link for more information on peels.
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Mummies unfortunately suffer from iconic monster syndrome. Boris Karloff's Imhotep has become the staple for every mummy since, with one hand extended, the other clutched to its breast, and the entire body covered in wrappings. The problem is that this image has become stale and isn't all that exciting in miniature form. Fortunately sculptor Bob Ridolfi had a lot more leeway with Khadath.
Nefsokar -- Reaper's Egyptian equivalent -- must be a pretty dangerous place, if Khadath's weapons are any indication. He's not wielding one, but two khopeshes, the wicked hooked blades associated with Egyptian warfare. With his wrappings sloughing off of him, Khadath looks like he was roused from his eternal rest in a hurry to smite some evildoers. An excellent sculpt to cure your mummy blues
Incidentally, "Kadath" is a huge castle atop a mountain in H.P. Lovecraft's Dreamlands where the Great Old Ones. You can purchase this miniature at Amazon.
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Russ Sowell
|Assistant Professor, Information Technology
|Contact information:
(918) 595-7783
|Educational Background:
MS Kansas State University
MBA Old Dominion University
BGS University of Nebraska
AA Orange Coast College
|Course (s) Taught:
CSCI 2473 - C Language Programming
The C and C++ programming languages are presented with emphasis on applications used in business and science. The student will write several programs using the important features of C and C++ such as selection statements, looping, functions, structs, arrays, and pointers.
CSCI 2843 C++ Programming
This course is an introduction to object oriented programming using the C++ programming language. Major subjects covered include the creation of classes and objects, data abstraction, overloading operators, inheritance, polymorphism, templates, and exception handling.
CSCI 2133 - Java Programming
This course is an introduction to the object oriented features of the Java programming language. Major subjects include the creation of classes and objects, applications, applets, inheritance, polymorphism, and use of the many classes and interfaces included in the Sun Java Software Development Kit.
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|Biographical Sketch:
Began career in computing at American National Insurance in Galveston, Texas in August 1957.
Completed 24 years in the United States Army in 1983. Retired LtCol.
Taught at the U.S. Army Command and General Staff Colledge 1980 - 1983.
Taught at Oral Roberts University (Computer Science) 1983 - 1996.
Taught at Tyler Junior College (Tyler, Texas) (Computer Science) 1996 - 1998.
Taught at Tulsa Community College (Computer Science) 1998 - Present


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The public service and outreach program is supported by programming at the Mary Kahrs Warnell Forest Education Center located within the 3,200-acre Dorothy Warnell Research, Education and Demonstration Forest; The Thompson Mills Forest and State Arboretum located on 318 acres in the Piedmont of North Georgia; the Center for Invasive Species and Ecosystem Health, a primarily web-based education / technical assistance program; and the Cohutta Fisheries Center, a 65-acre research and extension facility with 19 acres of ponds and two raceways used for fisheries research and outreach, located in Northwest Georgia.
In addition, the School manages more than 24,000 acres of forestland located throughout the state. The different properties represent many of the unique habitats found in Georgia, and support Warnell's programs in outreach as well as teaching and research.
The Daniel B. Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources, established in 1906, is the oldest program in the South that provides service and outreach programs in all aspects of forestry and forest management, water and soils resources, wildlife, fisheries, and natural resources recreation. Outreach activities include not only landowner assistance, short courses, workshops, field days, and continuing education; but also on-line classes, TV programming, publication of handbooks and manuals, and presentations at professional conferences.
For additional highlights and feature stories on Outreach and Research activities of the faculty, staff, and students at Warnell, please see the School's Annual Reports.


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The Ride of a Life Time
Lucas sat in his dark, cherry red 69 Road Runner eyeing the skimpily dress blonde standing in the middle of the road. She was chewing bubble gum and straightening out her tiny mini skirt. The purr of his idling engine sent vibrations all the way up the soft, black leather seats. It was soothing and calmed his growing tensions.
His left hand gripped the chain linked steering wheeling firmly, while his right rested eagerly on the glossy eight ball shifter, waiting to ignite his powerful four speed transmission and awaken the 425 horses hidden beneath his hood.
Lucas glanced over to his right at the jet black 67 Camero beside him. It was a beautiful car and would look nice in his growing collection.
The Camero roared as its owner hoped to intimidate him. Lucas grinned as his eyes locked onto Zack's. Foolish rich kid, Lucas mused. Mommy and daddy bought you a nice expensive muscle car to show off to your friends. He doubt Zack even knew what he had under the hood or how such a car would handle at the speeds they would reach. It was something he was counting on.
Without taking his eyes off Zack's he pressed down on the gas pedal and the Road Runners 426 Hemi thundered alive with absolute authority, drowning out the Camero. Zack's eyes widened nervously and Lucas almost laughed aloud. Foolish rich kid, he thought to himself again. This would be easy.
A soft hand rested atop his right and he turned his attention to the gorgeous, petite red head beside him. Her long fiery hair was wild and curly matching her untamed spirit.
"You are gonna smoke his punk ass baby." Tina purred her bright, jade eyes alive with excitement at the thought of the coming race.
Lucas smiled almost getting lost in those vivid eyes. "Of course I am babe, I never lose."
Tina leaned over exposing her busty cleavage, it nearly spilled out of her tight black tank top. She grinned as his eyes spilled down lustfully. "And when you win I will give you a better prize then that rich kid's car." She leaned in closer and pressed her velvety, cherry red lips hard against his. Their tongues danced in a fever of hunger filled passion for what seemed like an entirety.
Tina pulled back her eyes more alive than ever now. "Let's do this baby!"
Lucas straightened himself and leaned back in his seat, the taste of her lips still on his, his heart pounding and his pants tightening. Fuck he loved that girl.
The blonde moved in-between the front of both cars, her bright pink bra held high in one hand now. Her perky breasts visible under her black mesh tank top. "You boys ready?" She yelled.
The eager growl of two powerful engines was her answer.
"READY! SET! GO!" She cried out jumping up and down waving her bra wildly. Both drivers punched down on the gas, their tires squealing fervently to life. Thick waxen smoke fanned out from the wheel wells as both cars roared past leaving thick rubber patches in their place.
Lucas's arms and legs worked in perfect union as he slammed the car into second and put the gas pedal to the floor. The Road Runners duel four-barreled carburetors roared in respond and their speed climbed rapidly.
"Fuck ya baby, faster!" Tina screamed in ecstasy her hands gripping the dashboard as the corner came into view.
Lucas glanced over and just by the way the Camero suddenly sped up knew Zack had pushed it into the third before the corner. He grinned as the rich kid pulled ahead thinking he had gained an advantage. But Lucas had driven this course before and knew his car. He pushed the gas petal harder and watched as they climbed past 70 miles an hour, red lining it as the corner drew closer and closer.
Lucas looked over at Tina, her eyes were burning with a mix of panic and exhilaration. Fuck he loved that girl. He lifted his foot from the gas and tapped the breaks gently slowing the powerful vehicle.
"Hold on babe!" Lucas said cranking the wheel. The tires squealed and the back end of the car drifted effortlessly around the tight corner. His hands worked feverishly adjusting the wheel and then gave the muscle car gas once more pulling it out of the bend and thundering down the straight stretch.
He looked in his rear view mirror and chuckled as Zack barely gained control of his Camero before he went into the ditch, foolish rich kid. Lucas punched down on the gas and slammed it into third and watched the gauge climb over 100. The race was as good as his, the Camero would never catch up now.
"Baby I am getting so fucking hot!" Tina cried out. "Take it all the way baby! Let's win this!"
Lucas plunged the eight ball shifter into fourth and put the pedal to the floor. The 440 engine howled with pride as it climbed passed 150 in seconds. He could see the finish line ahead and the crowd that had gathered to witness the race. Another car easily added to his collection. When would these punks learn, it wasn't all about the car, but the driver.
"I fucking love you Tina!" Lucas said turning to look at her.
A deafening bang ripped through the cab of the car as one of the front tires exploded throwing thick rub strips up over the hood to smash into the windshield. The Road Runner pulled violently to the side, Lucas tried to pull it back, but he couldn't, the force was to strong and it happened too fast.
The wheel was torn from his grip. The world spun out of control and the sound of metal on concrete was absolute. The car rolled and flipped like a piece of lost newspaper in the wind. Lucas could feel each and every jarring crunch as it rattled all the way to his core threatening to rip his merge bones and flesh apart. The biting sting of glass and metal tore at his skin in a hundred places at once. He heard Tina scream then all went black.
Lucas gasped as if he had been holding his breath forever. His knuckles burned white from his gripped the steering wheel. Slowly he opened his eyes and saw the blonde removing her pink bra getting ready to start the race.
"What the hell?" He muttered looking around urgently. But nothing was wrong, everything was exactly as it had been, the car was perfectly intact and so was he. Fear gripped him as he remembered the scream and he looked over to Tina but there she sat in the passenger seat.
"Are you okay babe?"
"Why wouldn't I be okay?" She replied her head down and her tone meek.
"I... I don't know... something strange just happened." He said. "I don't know how to describe it but something... are you sure you're okay?"
"Don't worry about it Lucas, you got a race to win." She said still not looking up.
He turned his attention forward again the sound of the Camero roared beside him. He shook his head trying to gain his concentration back. Slips were on the line not just money or bragging rights. Everything was fine, whatever had happened wasn't real and didn't matter. "I can do this."
"You boys ready?" The perky blonde yelled lifting her bra into the air.
"Win this time baby." Tina whispered.
"What was that?" He asked but when the bra started waving around he slammed down on the gas and tore down the road, neck and neck with Zack's Camero.
Lucas's eye's shot open the sound of ripping metal and shattering glass still echoing in his mind. Both hands were gripping the chain steering wheel again his finger nails digging themselves into his palms. His heart was pounding violently in his chest, his breathing hard and laboured. "What the fuck is happening?" He gasped as memories of the crash flood back to him over and over.
Lacus looked over and Zack was staring at him smugly, revving the Cameros 302 small block eagerly.
"Breath baby,' Tina told him, "you need to concentrate if you are gonna win this."
"What?" Lucas mumbled, Tina's tone was weird. "Are you okay?"
"I am fine baby." She replied her eyes staring forward, her red locks hiding her face.
"Are you sure?" He asked, his nerves still rattled at the visions that seemed to be plaguing him tonight.
"Just win this baby then you can go—home." The word seemed forced.
"I think something's wrong." He replied.
"Just race baby."
"READY! SET! GO!" The blonde yelled and thick, ashen smoke filled the air as both cars rocketed off down the abandoned roadway.
The smell of burning fuel and smoke filled his nostrils he coughed and his eyes shot open again. The blonde was standing idling in front of his car chewing her bubblegum waiting to start the race.
"What the hell is happening to me?" Lucas muttered putting the car into park and running his shaking hands through his sweaty, short, brown hair. "I am going crazy or something." He blinked several times wondering each time that he opened them what would happen.
"I can't keep doing this." Tina whimpered.
"What did you say?" He turned his attention to her. Her legs were up and she was hugging them tightly like a terrified child. "Are you crying? Look at me Tina what is it?"
"You have to win or you're never going to make it home again." She wept.
Lucas looked at her queerly. "What are you talking about? I don't understand. Why are you crying Tina?"
Tina looked out the windshield. "The race is going to start again soon."
Lucas followed and saw the blonde had her bra off and was moving towards the cars again. "I don't think I should race, something is wrong. Wait what do you mean the race is going to start 'again'."
He turned back to her, her face was hidden beneath her hands as she sobbed uncontrollably. "You know what I am seeing don't you?"
Tina moved her hands away from her face. Her mascara mingled with her tears and left dark lines down her rosy cheek. "Yes, I know what you have seen. I have lived it a thousand times or more now." She sobbed.
"I don't understand, why is this happening?" He heard the roar of Zack's Camero and knew the race would start at any moment. "What do you know Tina?"
"You have to race if you want to go home Lucas." Her face twisted with turmoil.
"No, not if I am going to crash again."
"You have to!" She begged him.
Tina shifted the eight ball into first and pushed his leg down on the accelerator.
"What the hell are you doing?" He cried out angrily.
"Don't you get it?" She cried. "The accident has already happened."
Lucas shifted the car into second out of habit her words cutting through him. "Does that mean we're dead?" His face paled and he felt sick to his stomach.
"No, you're alive Lucas. You just need to—wake up."
"How?" He tapped the breaks and took the corner like he had a thousand times before.
"You just have to finish the race." Tears streamed down her face and she fought through each word as if it were a lie.
"But I can't win, the tire always blows out."
"You don't have to win, you just have to finish."
Lucas looked over to her. "What about you? Do you wake up too?"
Tina turned away refusing to look at him.
"What happens to you Tina?" He asked again louder knots building deep within.
"I'm... I'm already dead..."
"No!" Lucas screamed slamming on the breaks and the Road Runner skidded to a shuddering halt. "No, no that can't be true! You're not dead, please god no, don't say that." Tears stung his eyes and he pulled her around to face him. "Tell me it's not true babe."
"I can't, because it is," she whimpered, "I died in the crash."
The sound of Zack's Camero thundered by them. Tina's eyes followed it all the way to the finish line a battle of torment plain across her face.
"What is it?" Lucas asked her seeing her dismay.
"Do you love me?"
"Of course I do, with all my heart."
She swallowed back a lump in her throat an unseen battle waging within her. "There is a way we can be together."
"How?" He asked eagerly.
Her eyes went to the polished chrome handle. "Just open the door and step out."
Lucas turned to look at the door handle confused. "How will that help?" Then it hit him. "If I give up the race and step out... I'll... I'll die too won't I?"
Fresh tears stung Tina's eyes as she nodded. "Yes."
Lucas looked forward to the finish line and then to the handle and then back to Tina. "I won't let you go. I don't want to live without you." He leaned in and kissed her soft red lips and opened the car door.
"I will wait for you baby, forever." Tina whispered. "I am sorry."
Lucas stepped out and a blinding white light flashed.
"TINA!" Lucas cried as he lurched upwards.
"Settle down son!" A doctor said holding his shoulders and pushing him back down upon the bed.
"What's happening?" Lucas mumbled as waves of pain flooded through him. The room spun uncontrollably and he was sure he would be sick.
"It's okay son, its okay. You were in a car accident. It was bad we thought we were going to lose you there for awhile."
Lucas looked around the hospital room confused. "This wasn't supposed to happen, where is Tina?"
The doctor grimaced. "I am sorry son, but the girl you were with didn't make it."
Lucas's face twisted in horror. "No! No this wasn't how is was suppose to happen! I got out of the car, I was suppose to die too! We were to be together, this is all wrong damn it! Let me die." He cried. "Just let me die..."
"Nurse, nurse!" The doctor called. "We are going to have to sedate him."


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How to Graph a Horizontal Parabola
A horizontal parabola features its own equations to find its parts; these are just a bit different when compared to a vertical parabola. The distance to the focus and directrix from the vertex in this case is horizontal, because they move along the axis of symmetry, which is a horizontal line. So, 1/(4a) is added to and subtracted from h.
The axis of symmetry is at y = v, and the vertex is still at (h, v).
The focus is directly to the left or right of the vertex, at the point (h + 1/4a),v)
The directrix is the same distance from the vertex as the focus in the opposite direction, at x = h – 1/4a.
Work with the equation to find the axis of symmetry, focal distance, and directrix.
To find the axis of symmetry start with the vertex. The vertex of this parabola is (3, 1). The axis of symmetry is at y = v, so for this example, it is at y = 1.
For the equation given, a = 1/8, and so the focal distance is 2. Add this value to h to find the focus: (3 + 2, 1) or (5, 1).
To find the directrix, subtract the focal distance from Step 2 from h to find the equation of the directrix. Because this is a horizontal parabola and the axis of symmetry is horizontal, the directrix will be vertical. The equation of the directrix is x = 3 – 2 or x = 1.
Graph the parabola and label its parts.
The figure shows you the graph and has all of the parts plotted for you. The focus lies inside the parabola, and the directrix is a vertical line 2 units from the vertex.
Square the variables in the equation.
The squaring of the variables in the equation of the parabola determines where it opens: When y is squared and x is not, the axis of symmetry is horizontal and the parabola opens left or right. For example, x = y2 is a horizontal parabola; it's shown in the figure.
Be aware of negative coefficients in parabolas. If the parabola is horizontal, a negative coefficient will make the parabola open to the left.


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stART Journaling: An Art Journaling Workbook
Stamp It!: DIY Printing with Handmade Stamps
Ten designers show their style of stamp carving. My personal favorite, Ishtar Olivera is one of the designers as well. While at it, check out her blog. I haven't tried carving my own stamps yet, but i would love to learn!
Zentangle from the Heart
Zentangle Series - check out and pick your own doodle book. I have tried 'Totally Tangled: Zentangle and Beyond - totally enjoyed it:)
Dreaming From the Journal Page: Transforming the Sketchbook to Art - maybe you enjoy a little bit of journaling?
Creative Thursday: Everyday inspiration to grow your creative practice
If you buy only one book for an inspiration, this is it! I loved it - inspiring, easy to read, wonderfully whimsical artwork. Love!!
Mixed-Media Girls with Suzi Blu: Drawing, Painting, and Fanciful Adornments from Start to Finish
This is another book i have really enjoyed. When i was a little girl, I used to love drawing pictures of girls and princesses, as i got older, i have forgotten how to. It brought my inner little girl out.
Paper Mate Flair Tip-Guard Medium Tip Felt Porous Pens, 2 Black Pens(8432452PP)
Can i also suggest two items to get you started? This paper mate pens are fantastic. They are felt tipped and great tool for doodling, drawing, outlining, anything.
Sakura XNCW-24N 24-Piece Koi Assorted Water Colors Field Sketch Set with Brush and this watercolor set. You only need to refill the brush with water and you are good to go. This is all you need - color possibilities are endless.


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Raw. Vegan. Gluten-free. These Hail Merry Tarts ($4) have made their way into our hearts, but first, they made a welcome stop in our mouths. These tasty tarts are sure to please every dessert indulger (vegans and non-vegans alike) including chocoholics, lemon and lime lovers, chocolate mint cravers, and chocolate almond butter fans - each person will find something he/she loves in these perfectly-sized desserts. The secret is the coconut oil used in each tart, which makes for a delicious, flavorful, healthy treat. Shop online if you can't find them in your local grocery store, but if you can make a trip to Whole Foods, they're worth your $4. Hail Merry indeed.
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Many people make the mistake of adding an "s" to words that require no "s" because they are both singular and plural. You can tell whether these words are singular or plural depending on their context.
Fish and many types of fish are both singular and plural even without an "s."
- fish - one fish or many fish
- bass
- salmon
- trout
- perch
- cod
- tuna
- halibut
- pike
- shrimp
Most herd animals with the exception of cows, goats and pigs, do not need an "s" to make them plural.
- sheep
- swine
- deer
- reindeer
- elk
- antelope.
- buffalo
- bison
- caribou
- moose
Certain birds do not need an "s" to make them plural.
- quail
- grouse
Surely, we have seen or heard people put an "s" on the above words, and you have probably done so yourself. Now that you know the difference, begin to use the words properly.
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Gato Negro Cabernet Sauvignon 2008 is a medium-bodied Cabernet Sauvignon with soft, fairly well integrated tannins. A dark ruby to garnet color, it has smooth currant and red berry flavors and an understated earthy aroma.
This is a fairly standard Cabernet Sauvignon, and as such pairs well with dishes which have strong flavors. Too bold to sip on its own, it pairs well with a sharp cheddar cheese as well as a dark chocolate. Avoid hot chili pepper flavors and strong blue cheeses, as these flavors will compete too much with the flavors of Cabernet Sauvignon.
Cabernet Sauvignon is usually paired with red meat entrees; however, this wine could pair well with a lighter dish provided that some bold flavors are used. For example, fresh cracked black pepper features prominently in this recipe for Cracked Black Pepper Fettuccine with Mushrooms and Zucchini from The Barrel Room. Black pepper can reduce the taste of the tannins in Cabernet Sauvignon, making it an ideal way to pair this bold wine with a lighter dish.
Gato Negro Cabernet Sauvignon is produced by Vina San Pedro S.A. from Molina, Chile. Chile is considered a "New World" wine country, as are all countries outside Europe, and Vina San Pedro has been producing wines there for 145 years. The Gato Negro brand was introduced in the early 1960s, starting with red wines, and white wines were introduced in 1975. The winery has more than a dozen farms across Chile, and their Cabernet Sauvignon grapes are farmed at two different locations: Maipo, which is known as the historical center of Chilean wine-making, and the Aconcagua valley, which features Mediterranean-type weather.
Gato Negro Cabernet Sauvignon 2008 received the NOFFLA New World Red under €8 2009 Gold Star Award, which is an award given by the National Off-License Association. NOFFLA represents outlets which sell alcohol to be consumed off premises in Ireland, and has been bestowing wine awards in various categories since 2007. Additional information about Gato Negro wines can be found at the Vina San Pedro website. Gato Negro wines can be found locally at Market Basket, and are usually available at 2/$12.
Summary: Good budget wine, but don't save it for tomorrow.
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Rooney Gray, left, owner of MAM Candy in Hodgenville presents Lisa DeWitt a check for $167.03 for Project Graduation. The funds represented the profit from the Happily Ever After prom event.
While most of the county's floodwaters have receded during the last two weeks, an area on Walter Reed Road continues to be a problem.
Water up to six-feet-deep has covered the roadway, less than a mile from the intersection with Old E'town Road.
Clyde Veirs, county road supervisor, described it as a "basin" area that doesn't go down as fast as stream water to LaRue Fiscal Court last week.
Send us your best shot.
The LaRue County Herald News is sponsoring a photo contest this summer. Three categories are offered - nature, landscapes, animals; people; and Lincoln heritage.
A separate category for youth - those photographers 13 and younger - is being offered. The entry should include the photographer's age to be considered in this category.
A sample of winning entries will be published in a special section to be produced in July. You'll enjoy all the fame you can stand.
There is no charge to enter.
• Stephanie A. Fields, 41, New Haven, 24 counts possession of a forged instrument in the second degree, 24 counts complicity to possession of a forged instrument in the second degree, theft by deception $500 or more, complicity to theft by deception $500 or more. In March, either acting alone or in concert with Daniel Marshall, Fields allegedly passed forged checks at Wal-Mart, Five Star and other area businesses. Bail was set at $9,500 cash only, plus conditions.
James Thomas Snyder, 37, of Hodgenville; William Earl Meredith, 40, of Hart County; and Jason Christopher Wood, 29, of Walton, were each charged Dec. 20, 2010, in LaRue Circuit Court with possession of precursors with the intent to manufacture methamphetamine and complicity.
The three were investigated after officers found four one-step methamphetamine labs – made from plastic soda bottles – in a dumpster outside the recycling center Sept. 13.
The Kentucky Railway Museum in New Haven is among the short line railroads in 12 counties that will receive a share of $3.1 million in state grants.
"This is an investment in Kentucky's economy, because freight railroads are indispensable to our economy," Gov. Steve Beshear said in a Kentucky Transportation Cabinet press release.
KRM will receive $190,350 for track and crossing rehab and repairs in Nelson and LaRue counties, according to the press release.
Rhett, Rhett, if you go, where shall I go? What shall I do?
Frankly, Scarlett, the best place to go for free entertainment this weekend is a showing of the classic film "Gone With the Wind" at Hodgenville Civic Center.
The City of Hodgenville kicks off its next round of free summer movies at 7 p.m. Saturday, May 21. The LaRue County Herald News is co-sponsor of the event.
A Hodgenville man faces a year in jail after pleading guilty to numerous charges May 2 in LaRue Circuit Court.
Officers said David Christopher Young, 47, was driving recklessly on Howardstown Road on Oct. 21, 2010, when he approached 11 workers paving the road. According to Deputy Matt Darst, Young drove through the ditch to go around the flagger and "popped both passenger side tires." The flagger instructed him to stop, however, Young ignored him.
State Auditor Crit Luallen has released the audit of the financial statements of the LaRue County Fiscal Court for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2010.
State law requires annual audits of county fiscal courts. The audit found that the county's financial statements, in all material respects, fairly present the county's assets, liabilities, and net assets arising from cash transactions and revenues received and expenditures paid in conformity with the modified cash basis of accounting.
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Insane idea: teams play 18, players play 16
I think this is a compromise that still generates a big chunk of the benefit the owners see in an 18-game slate while alleviating the concerns of the players who would prefer 16.
NFL teams have a full 18-game schedule, but each individual player can play in at most 16 regular season games.
As far as I know, it would be unprecedented in any non-little-league sport for a healthy player who wants to play, and whose team wants him to play, to be forced to sit for non-punitive reasons. For that reason alone, this idea could probably never gain any traction. I'm aware of that. And yes, some games would be devalued. There would be lots of local news stories about 7-year-old Tom-Brady-idolizers whose parents paid a month's salary so he could watch Brady explain Polaroids to Brian Hoyer for three hours.
But I think there are some benefits here.
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SBJ: NFL Teams Each Make $134m in National Broadcast Rights Alone
The $2B questions: What the pending ESPN-NFL deal means - SportsBusiness Daily | SportsBusiness Journal.
And this is only going up. ESPN recently agreed to spend $1.8B/year to get MNF rights for 2014-2022 and nearly all of the other rights (FOX, CBS, NBC, Verizon) expire in 2013. If those other rights also see a 63% increase (as with ESPN), NFL owners will, starting in 2014, receive $219m each in national broadcasting revenue before selling a single ticket, stadium sponsorship, jersey, licensed team blanket, beer, hot dog, parking spot, or exhibition game broadcast.
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I can confirm that Ubuntu 12.10 is NOT WORKING with HP Compaq 6820s anymore.
12.04.1 LTS works fine.
I tried boot from USB and DVD, just cursor blinking after loading initrd.
Something is broken, i suspect that KMS is causing the problem, it already causes some minor problems on previous versions on the Ubuntu ( USB mouse stuttering and freezing ).
EDIT: I just have tried boot Ubuntu 12.10 with "nomodeset" option enabled, and it worked ! You can try "radeon.modeset=0" also, it should do the same as "nomodeset" option. Sad thing is, that HW Accel 3D is completely disabled with that option, just 2D works.
So, if anyone can fix this. Thx !
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"You can never be overdressed or overeducated." ~Oscar Wilde
I completely agree but I do know the feeling of sticking out when you look a little more fancy than the rest of the party. This was the case last weekend when I attended my cousin's wedding. My sister looked adorable in a orange one-shoulder cocktail dress and my mom looked effortlessly gorgeous in her tan and white sheath dress. I'm smacking myself for not getting any pictures of them! They looked good, but a bunch of other people looked like they hardly tried. I mean COME ON PEOPLE! This is someone's wedding. If you're going to wear a polo shirt, atleast throw on a nice-fitting blazer!
Anyway, I went hunting for a dress the previous week to find something to wear and I instantly fell in love when I tried this dress at Zara. I felt like a goddess! I couldn't believe a dress that lovely dress could have a price tag under $200. I then checked the tag to discover it is mostly polyester. However, I must note that polyester has come a long way since the days of the sweaty halter dresses of yesteryear. Don't get me wrong, I'm a total vintage enthusiast, but the newer stuff has a much better feel. My amazing dress has two sexy slits up the side which made me appear as though I was floating across the room. TO DIE FOR. DEAD.
Since I knew the dress was going to be on the fancy side, I didn't over do it on the accessories. I wore a simple gold cuff and a delicate gold chain with emerald and Ganesha charms. No earring, ovbi.
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Zara Women Dress (only available in store)
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San Diego, Calif. - The USA Softball Women's National Team defeated New Zealand 4-1 in its opening game of the 1999 Bank of America/U.S. Olympic Cup in San Diego Friday night.
The USA scored runs in each of the first three innings to take a commanding 4-0 lead. Former Bruin Sheila Douty (Diamond Bar, Calif.) drove in the first run of the game in the bottom of the first with a single to center field that scored Teri Klement (Ft. Collins, Colo.). UCLA junior catcher Stacey Nuveman (LaVerne, Calif.) then doubled to score Crystl Bustos (Canyon Country, Calif.), who had reached on a fielder's choice, to give the USA a 2-0 lead.
Another former Bruin, Jennifer Brundage (Irvine, Calif.), walked in the bottom of the second, advanced on a passed ball and scored on a single down the left field line by Laura Berg (Santa Fe Springs, Calif.)
The USA completed its scoring in the bottom of the third when UCLA senior Christie Ambrosi (Overland Park, Kan.) singled to center field to score Jennifer McFalls (Grand Prairie, Tex.), who was pinch-running for Douty.
New Zealand posted its only run of the game in the top of the sixth inning when Melanie Hulme walked and scored on a double by Jackie Smith.
Nuveman led the USA at the plate going 2-for-2 with an RBI, while Bustos also collected two hits. Former Bruin Dr. Dot Richardson (Orlando, Fla.), Berg , Douty and Ambrosi each had hits for the USA.


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#RockYourResolution ~ Day 28 ~ Talk about serious Sparkfriend motivation!!!
Tuesday, January 28, 2014
Got this in the mail today with a gift and a letter from SallyG. I'm still just blown away by the idea that a SparkFriend would go to such lengths for me. I'm actually pretty much at a loss for words... but I can say that Sally and I have gone through almost 2 years of a lot of ups and downs, and such a wonderful gesture just reminds me that my Spark friends really know what I'm going through because they are going through the same things. Just today I read Sally's blog about having medical setbacks and trying to stay on track with weight loss when other things in your life are changing, and I feel like I connect so much to that.
So this motivation came at a time when I really need it. Today has been hard, because ever since my walk with Jack where I had the mysterious allergic reaction, I have been too nervous to go for walks in the evenings. I have been finding it hard to find a way to fit exercise into my new work schedule for the semester, and I've all but lost it with my emotional eating. I am a little proud to say that I am now NOTICING when I binge, but I haven't had binges like this since I started SparkPeople. I have been feeling so down on myself and embarrassed that I let myself get to this place, but sometimes I'll be eating a bunch of chips or candy bars (there's a drawer of mini chocolates at my work) and think, I should stop. I can't afford these calories, I am only doing this because I am stressed out. But then there's that little voice that says, but it makes me so happy, it tastes so good, what's it matter really?
It's just so serendipitous then, that at a moment when I spent 2 dollars in car change on some chicken nuggets from Wendy's and drive the long way home so I don't have to feel guilty when I get home and then guys see me with fast food when I've been telling everyone how much I want to lose weight... then I throw the trash away and grab the mail... and in the mail is a handwritten letter from my friend telling me that she is thinking about me and hoping my stress is less and a certificate for being a good SparkFriend... it's just like she knew what I needed most at the moment to start making good choices again. When I woke up this morning, my resolve to lose weight just felt so weak and far away. But I know I can do this, and my friends know I can do this too. I want to be happy and be free of this addiction that just makes my world feel so bloated and weighted down. I need to rededicate myself to this... just knowing that a lady who lost twice as much as I have believes that I can and has my back and is sending good thoughts my way, just having one Sparkfriend like that is worth 100 others.
Action plan for the week:
-No more candy. (I thought I could handle having 1 with my coffee. I cannot.)
-Bring healthy snacks to work.
-Stick to working out 3 days a week for now. Don't forget strength.
-Plan out meals for each day.
-Measure everything.
-No baking sweets, and no caving to roomie who wants me to bake him sweets.
**When I sense a binge coming, do some crafty activities (knit, sew, etc) for 5 minutes, or drink a flavored water
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Spark friends are the greatest, aren't they? So glad you found that special someone!
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Reading your blog makes me realize....we all struggle from time to time. I have been really down on myself for binge eating and poor choices...I am uplifted to hear you got what you needed to encourage your efforts. Keep going.
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Admission in Noida/Ghaziabad/Gurgaon Schools has started for session 2016-2017 for Nursery classes
Parents who are seeking admission of their kids in Nursery class for session 2016-2017 ....
1. DPS Noida - forms will be available online from 26th August to 2nd September ( New)
Eligibility : Child born between 1st October 2011 and 30th September 2012
2. Somerville Noida forms will be available online from 19th August to 29th August ( New)
Eligibility : 3+ as on 31st March, 2016
3. Amity International School Noida, Vasundhara, Gurgaon forms will be available online from 17th August to 26th August ( New)
Eligibility : 3+ as on 31st March, 2016
4. BBPS Noida forms will be available from 31st August to 10th September ( New)
Eligibility : 3+ as on 31st March, 2016
5. Father Agnel School, Noida forms will be available from 17th August-20th August, 2015.
Online Availability of forms : Application forms will be available online (only) from 17th August, 2015 (9:00 am) to 20th August 2015 (9:00 pm) on the website www.fascampuscare.org
Eligibility : Only Children Born between 1st January 2012 to 31st December 2012 are eligible (both days inclusive) to be called for admission
For more details Check www.fasnoida.org
6. Apee Jay School, Noida Forms available from 10th August to 17th August, 2015
Eligibility: Only Children Born between 1st April 2012 to 31 March 2013 are eligible . 3+ as on 31st March 2016
For more details check http://www.apeejay.edu/noida/admission.html
Coming soon........
Nursery Class Admission process in Noida/NCR Schools start from August 2015 for session 2016-2017
Nursery Class admission has been a hot topic in recent times for most of the parents whose kids are between 2.5 -3.5 yrs of age , with Supreme Court of India giving good directives on criteria for admission. Choosing a school is one of the most important decisions you will make for your child. To have the best chance of getting your child into the primary or secondary school of your choice, you must apply well in advance.
Making the right decision may appear to be quite daunting but you should make sure that your child will receive a good education wherever you send him or her. Although all schools teach the same National Curriculum subjects but each school varies in size and the age group that they cater for, and each has its own characteristics.
Parents who are seeking admission of their kids in Nursery get Ready .
Planning and preparing
The process of choosing a school for your child can seem daunting, but starting your preparation and planning early can help you to make a well informed choice. Making an early start will mean that you'll be less likely to miss key deadlines.


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Microsoft hit with €561m fine for Internet Explorer violation
Costly technical mistake
SOFTWARE COBBLER Microsoft has received a €561m fine from the European Commission (EC) for failing to offer Windows users the web browser choice it promised.
Microsoft agreed to display the web browser choice window to avoid what many believed would be a multi-billion Euro fine from the European Commission back in 2009, however for over a year it failed to do so. The firm's failure has landed it a €561m fine from the EC.
Microsoft claimed its failure to display the web browser choice window was down to a technical mistake, which it has since rectified. However it seems that Microsoft's excuse didn't wash with the EC, and since it is a repeat offence a steep fine was always on the cards.
Microsoft stands by its ground, though, having issued a statement blaming technical errors for fine. It said, "We take full responsibility for the technical error that caused this problem and have apologized for it.
"We provided the Commission with a complete and candid assessment of the situation, and we have taken steps to strengthen our software development and other processes to help avoid this mistake - or anything similar - in the future."
Joaquín Almunia, the VP in charge of competition policy at the EC said, "In 2009, we closed our investigation about a suspected abuse of dominant position by Microsoft due to the tying of Internet Explorer to Windows by accepting commitments offered by the company.
"Legally binding commitments reached in antitrust decisions play a very important role in our enforcement policy because they allow for rapid solutions to competition problems.
"Of course, such decisions require strict compliance. A failure to comply is a very serious infringement that must be sanctioned accordingly."
Microsoft also earned the dubious honour of becoming the first company to be fined for non-compliance and the EC said its fine took into consideration the "need to ensure a deterrent effect of the fine", but added that Microsoft did help it investigate the matter, which helped it somewhat limit the damage. µ
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Consumers CU continues tradition of summer community outreach. Another successful summer outreach season has come and gone for Consumers Credit Union (CCU), which recently completed a lineup of 16 community events. The credit union participated in numerous community events during the 2012 summer season, including festivals, parades and community celebrations. "Summer is a great time to show Members and the public at large how Consumers Credit Union gets involved with local activities," noted Sean M. Rathjen, Consumers Credit Union President. "Long days and warm nights make this the perfect time to venture out and have some fun while enjoying the company of friends, neighbors and family." Team CCU is active in fundraising, too. CUNA Councils reach 5,500 members. CUNA Councils have reached an historic milestone in 2012: membership in the six Councils has surpassed 5,500 members, a result of several years of consistent growth and members' growing commitment to the credit union industry. The CUNA Councils include six focused areas of credit union responsibility, including Marketing & Business Development, Human Resources Training & Development, CFO, Lending, Technology, and Operations Sales & Service, where credit union executives tap into a network of senior and middle management peers to connect, learn, advise, and advance the credit union, his or her career, and the credit union movement.
DHCU Community Credit Union to open Iowa member service center. DHCU Community Credit Union will join the Bettendorf Community in late 2012 with the opening of its newest branch. DHCU's Bettendorf Member Service Center will include four drive-up and four lobby service windows. HomeBranch, DHCU's internet banking service, will be available along with a self-service Change Exchange machine. "DHCU is committed to the future and we're excited to expand our Iowa presence." says Terry Brahm, President and CEO of DHCU. Gateway Metro FCU donates school supplies. Members and employees of Gateway Metro Federal Credit Union (St. Louis) joined together to benefit the students of Our Lady of Guadalupe School and Christ Light of the Nations School (both in North St. Louis County). School supply donations were collected at all Gateway Metro Federal locations. Staff members presented the students with over 1,300 school supply items at separate ceremonies held at each school. Gateway Metro Federal absorbed Our Lady of Guadalupe's parish credit union in 2006 and Christ Light of the Nation's parish (Holy Name of Jesus) credit union in 2009. Since then, Gateway Metro Federal employees have provided financial education, made donations, and made history by opening student-assisted branches at each school.
Land of Lincoln CU announces film contest winners. Land of Lincoln Credit Union held its fifth annual 21 Film Project Awards Show on Friday, August 3rd at the Decatur Civic Center Auditorium. The evening kicked off with a red carpet event where film makers along with guest celebrities were introduced to Decatur Celebration attendees. Audience attendees screened the top 21 films submitted to the contest and awards were bestowed upon several films and individuals. "We received entries for our 4-minute film contest from all over the world this year, and were excited to see international interest in our festival," said Chris Phillips, Vice President of Marketing for Land of Lincoln Credit Union. "We're especially thankful for the support of local filmmakers. All of the events surrounding the awards evening is to celebrate them." The 21 Film Project festival screened all films submitted to this year's contest along with films from other festivals around the country. MembersAlliance offers free shred day to community. In their efforts to provide continuing education and services and help prevent identity theft in its communities, MembersAlliance Credit Union will offer a FREE Community Shred Day on Saturday, September 22, 2012. A maximum limit of 100 lbs. or 2 boxes per car has been encouraged. NuMark CU to host free seminar: Know How to Get the Best Car Deal. NuMark Credit Union wants to help their members save time and money to help them walk away with a great deal. Its free seminar, "Take the Wheel: Get the Best Car Deal," will show how to decipher financing options and warranties, discover the advantages of buying used, negotiate the best car price, and determine how much car one can afford. The seminar will encourage consumers to get the facts before they start shopping around. This seminar is free and open to the public and will be held on September 18 at NuMark's Tinley Park office. Scott CU pledges $20K for Collinsville HS scoreboard. Scott Credit Union recently pledged $20,000 for a five-year sponsorship for the new scoreboard at the Collinsville High School football stadium. Scott Credit Union has made giving back to its communities a major priority. The local credit union contributed about $200,000 and its employees volunteered over 2,200 hours to a variety of local civic efforts throughout the region in 2011. The credit union has increased its community involvement in the past few years while also increasing its efforts to educate consumers of the value of doing their financial business with a not-for-profit credit union.
Vantage CU's Hubert Hoosman Wins Wegner Award for Individual Achievement. In recognition of his leadership roles in various organizations and tireless commitment to the credit union philosophy, the National Credit Union Foundation (NCUF) recently announced Hubert H. Hoosman, Jr., President and CEO of Vantage Credit Union in Bridgeton, Mo., as the winner of the 2013 Herb Wegner Memorial Award for Individual Achievement. This will be one of three Herb Wegner Memorial Awards presented at a special dinner hosted by NCUF at the Grand Hyatt Washington on February 25, 2013, which is Monday night of the Credit Union National Association's 2013 Governmental Affairs Conference. A native of East St. Louis, Ill., Hoosman graduated from high school with a full basketball scholarship from the University of Missouri- St. Louis, and in 1982, he landed his first job as a teller for Educational Employees Credit Union (the credit union changed its name to Vantage Credit Union in 2002). Over the past thirty years, Hoosman has held several management positions while climbing the credit union ladder, including Loan Department Manager, Branch Manager, Vice President of Operations, Executive Vice President, and President/CEO of the credit union since 1994. When Hoosman started his career at the credit union in 1982, the asset size of the credit union was $34 million. Today, Vantage Credit Union is the fourth largest credit union in Missouri, with assets approaching $700 million. "Hubert is recognized internationally, nationally, and locally for his untiring commitment to the credit union movement and to the philosophy of 'People Helping People,'" noted Jerry R. Eichholz, Chairman of Vantage Credit Union. Vantage CU is an ICUL associate member. Do you have community or other news tidbits to share? Tell us! Indepth is always looking for credit union activities that we can share in this section each month. Put us on your press release distribution list or submit information to William Wille as you have it available.
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Volume: 23 Issue: 4 (April 2000)
SPOTLIGHT: LIPSinc Unleashes a Pack of Products
The LIPSinc family of products is built on the company's proprietary voice-analysis system, voiceDSP, which analyzes speech and automatically outputs a digital character's corresponding mouth-, jaw-, and lip-position data. Using an automated system, animators are spared a great deal of the time-consuming task of manually scrubbing through an audio file to identify words, phrases, pauses, and so forth, then animating the corresponding facial movements.
"When I saw the demos, I was struck by how easy the software was to use-and, it's pretty accurate," says Wanda Meloni, analyst and principal of M2 Research in Oakland, California. Meloni sees particular use for the product in animation previs ualizations, and also anticipates its being employed in virtual greeting cards and other e-mail applications.
The new Mimic product, which has recently been beta tested by members of the Poser community, was scheduled for shipment in March at a price of $195. The price for LIPSinc Now, also scheduled for March availability, is to be announced. Ventriloquist for 3D Studio Max sells for $595. A plug-in version for Alias| Wavefront's Maya, and an SDK, are in the works. Licenses for Echo start at $10,000. (LIPSinc; Cary, NC; 919-468-7005;
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Aliases for TEK Gene
Aliases for TEK Gene
External Ids for TEK Gene
- Entrez Gene: 7010
- Ensembl: ENSG00000120156
- UniProtKB: Q02763
Previous HGNC Symbols for TEK Gene
Previous GeneCards Identifiers for TEK Gene
Summaries for TEK Gene
This gene encodes a receptor that belongs to the protein tyrosine kinase Tie2 family. The encoded protein possesses a unique extracellular region that contains two immunoglobulin-like domains, three epidermal growth factor (EGF)-like domains and three fibronectin type III repeats. The ligand angiopoietin-1 binds to this receptor and mediates a signaling pathway that functions in embryonic vascular development. Mutations in this gene are associated with inherited venous malformations of the skin and mucous membranes. Alternative splicing results in multiple transcript variants. Additional alternatively spliced transcript variants of this gene have been described, but their full-length nature is not known. [provided by RefSeq, Feb 2014]
GeneCards Summary for TEK Gene
TEK (TEK Tyrosine Kinase, Endothelial) is a Protein Coding gene. Diseases associated with TEK include venous malformations, multiple cutaneous and mucosal and pyogenic granuloma. Among its related pathways are PI3K-Akt signaling pathway and Immune System. GO annotations related to this gene include transferase activity, transferring phosphorus-containing groups and protein tyrosine kinase activity. An important paralog of this gene is STYK1.
UniProtKB/Swiss-Prot for TEK Gene
Tyrosine-protein kinase that acts as cell-surface receptor for ANGPT1, ANGPT2 and ANGPT4 and regulates angiogenesis, endothelial cell survival, proliferation, migration, adhesion and cell spreading, reorganization of the actin cytoskeleton, but also maintenance of vascular quiescence. Has anti-inflammatory effects by preventing the leakage of proinflammatory plasma proteins and leukocytes from blood vessels. Required for normal angiogenesis and heart development during embryogenesis. Required for post-natal hematopoiesis. After birth, activates or inhibits angiogenesis, depending on the context. Inhibits angiogenesis and promotes vascular stability in quiescent vessels, where endothelial cells have tight contacts. In quiescent vessels, ANGPT1 oligomers recruit TEK to cell-cell contacts, forming complexes with TEK molecules from adjoining cells, and this leads to preferential activation of phosphatidylinositol 3-kinase and the AKT1 signaling cascades. In migrating endothelial cells that lack cell-cell adhesions, ANGT1 recruits TEK to contacts with the extracellular matrix, leading to the formation of focal adhesion complexes, activation of PTK2/FAK and of the downstream kinases MAPK1/ERK2 and MAPK3/ERK1, and ultimately to the stimulation of sprouting angiogenesis. ANGPT1 signaling triggers receptor dimerization and autophosphorylation at specific tyrosine residues that then serve as binding sites for scaffold proteins and effectors. Signaling is modulated by ANGPT2 that has lower affinity for TEK, can promote TEK autophosphorylation in the absence of ANGPT1, but inhibits ANGPT1-mediated signaling by competing for the same binding site. Signaling is also modulated by formation of heterodimers with TIE1, and by proteolytic processing that gives rise to a soluble TEK extracellular domain. The soluble extracellular domain modulates signaling by functioning as decoy receptor for angiopoietins. TEK phosphorylates DOK2, GRB7, GRB14, PIK3R1; SHC1 and TIE1.