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The Luxe Manor Hotel Hong Kong(the former Windsor Hotel)
- Location:
- Address: 39-43A Kimberley Road, Tsimshatsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong
- Tel: 852-31190088 (Book this hotel, call 800-2682918)
- Hotel Name in Chinese: 香港帝乐文娜公馆
- Lowest Price: $159
Opened in December 1988, the Kuntsford Hotel is the first hotel fully owned by CITS H.K. Located in the premier shopping and entertainment center of Tsimshatsui in Hong Kong, near the Star Ferry and MTR station. Frequent hotel shuttle service to airport and vice versa makes the Kuntsford Hotel within easy access to anywhere in this exciting multi-faceted city. At this 15-story complex, the hotel has excellent services and facilities to meet the needs of the international business community. The staff has been thoroughly trained to offer you courteous and friendly service.
- Payment Method: pay using our secure online payment service or pay at the hotel at some hotels.
- Triple/quad occupancy may require an extra bed at extra cost.
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- Tel: 852-31190088
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Re: [PATCH] x2gopath: make use of this helper
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On Wed, Jan 9, 2013 at 8:15 PM, Jan Engelhardt <jengelh <at> inai.de> wrote: > On Wednesday 2013-01-09 19:42, Mike Gabriel wrote: > >>Hi Jan, >> >>wouldn't it make sense to include a wrapping for /etc/x2go in the form $(x2gopath etc), as well? >> >>If you find that useful, could you add that? > > I don't find it useful. Among all the different Unices and Linux > distributions, the configuration directory has stayed the same.. > for now at least ;) It would immensely help for non-root installs. Imagine that a user wanted to have the x2gobinaries in /home/user/.local/bin, and his sysconfetc files in /home/user/.local/etc -- -- regards, Reinhard

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I have never played neverwinter, but I'm planning to start.
It seems that there are classes in the game (Wizzard Cleric, Two Handed Fighter, A Shielded Tanker and a Rogue).
For general raiding, will I always need a Tanker + Healer + Dps's in the party?
How does the raiding system work? (Guild Wars 2 managed to "solve" it by giving dodge and self healing abilities to every class)


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Operator: Good morning, my name is Darla and I will be your conference operator today. At this time, I would like to welcome everyone to the 2012 Fourth Quarter Year-End Earnings Call. All lines have been placed on mute to prevent any background noise. After the speakers' remarks, there will be a question-and answer-session. Thank you.
I would now like to turn the call over Mr. Kevin Bryant, Vice President of Investor Relations and Treasurer.
Kevin Bryant - VP, IR and Treasurer: Thank you very much Darla. Good morning everyone and thank you for joining us for our year-end 2012 earnings conference call. Let me begin as always by introducing the members of the Great Plains Energy's management team who are here with me today. We have Terry Bassham, President and Chief Executive Officer; and Jim Shay, Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, who in a few moments will both provide an overview of the year's results. Scott Heidtbrink, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of KCP&L is also with us this morning and will be available during the question-and-answer portion of today's call.
Before we begin, I must remind you of the inherent uncertainties in any forward-looking statements in our discussion this morning. Slide 2 and the disclosure in our SEC filings contain a list of some of the factors that could cause future results to differ materially from our expectations.
I also want to remind everyone that we issued our earnings release and 2012 10-K after the market closed yesterday. These items are available along with today's webcast slides and supplemental financial information regarding the quarter and the full year 2012 on the main page of our website.
With that very important step out of the way. I'll now hand the call to Mr. Bassham.
Terry Bassham - President and CEO: Thanks Kevin and good morning to everybody. Appreciate you joining us this morning. 2012 was an important year for us on many fronts, which included executing on the commitments that we made at our Analyst Day back in August 2011. While Jim will review our financial results in detail in a moment, as many of you saw in our earnings release yesterday we reported earnings per share of $1.35 for 2012. This compares to $1.25 per share in 2011, and although at the bottom end of the range is within the original guidance range we provided at Analyst Day
We've achieved many of the strategic objectives we laid out in August of 2011 and believe we laid the foundation for improved total shareholder returns. Achievements include the following. First, we committed to file and complete rate cases in Kansas and Missouri and pursue riders and trackers where appropriate. We concluded the last of our cases and we'll have new rates and a number of cost recovery mechanisms in both jurisdictions in 2013.
Second, we committed to reduce regulatory lag by tightly managing the business in a challenging economic environment. In the face of two consecutive years of soft customer demand, we tightly managed our operations, reduced our O&M in 2012 compared to 2011. This was done while we maintained our track record of operational excellence and continued delivery of dependable customer service.


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Apr 9, 2011 9:25 AM
We found this. We couldn't believe it was real - that people would pay cash-money for it when they could instead spend it on food or something awesome. But it IS real, and people DO buy it. There are just some things we'll never understand... So we Doubtblush 'em.
We're sorry. We're supposed to pay how much for a pair of Tweezerman Luxe Edition Crystal Slant Tweezers ($100)? The same tweezers we can buy in a drugstore and cover with rhinestone crystals we bought from the very same drug store? No thanks, we'll be buying the next round of drinks instead.
I just saw something similar at Forever 21 for $2.80.
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Polymers owe much of their utility to their flexibility and morphology. For a long time it was thought that crystals could never replicate those properties because of their relative rigidity. We discovered a class of nanowires that challenges this belief and that shows polymer-like morphology and growth kinetic. It is the first example of a crystal that showcases the unique properties of polymer molecules.
The student will be trained in synthesizing and characterizing these nanowires, and will help us understand (i) how their conformation in solution changes with temperature, and (ii) their use as resists for photolithography.
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These Marni Platform Pumps ($448) have us simultaneously mooing, barking, and pulling out our wallets. We just can't figure out which language
to use the operator will appreciate least while we're ordering these polka-dotted puppies over the phone.
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June 5, 2012
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STANFORD, Calif.- Johnny Dawkins, Stanford's Anne and Tony Joseph Director of Men's Basketball, has announced the appointment of Mark Madsen as an assistant coach.
One of the most iconic and inspirational players in school history, Madsen replaces Dick Davey, who announced his retirement in March after serving the past four years as the program's associate head coach. Madsen will work primarily with the team's post players.
Madsen has enjoyed success at every level of basketball. During his four-year career on The Farm, Madsen earned All-America honors in each of his final two seasons while helping lead the Cardinal to four NCAA Tournament appearances, including the 1998 Final Four. A nine-year NBA veteran, Madsen spent six seasons with the Minnesota Timberwolves following a three-year stint with the Los Angeles Lakers, in which he contributed to the franchise's 2001 and 2002 NBA championships.
"I'm really excited to have Mark join our staff and return to the Stanford basketball program," said Dawkins. "Mark's energy and enthusiasm are infectious and his experience at Stanford will provide an invaluable resource to our team. I have no doubt that our student-athletes will benefit greatly from working with Mark on a daily basis."
Madsen, 36, has spent the last two years on campus, completing coursework toward his MBA at the Stanford Graduate School of Business.
"I am very grateful to Coach Dawkins and Stanford University for the opportunity to join the basketball staff and work with such a highly talented group of student-athletes," said Madsen, who accompanied the Cardinal on its preseason trip to Spain last September. "I feel extremely fortunate to represent an institution that has meant so much to me, both personally and professionally. I'm excited to get started and look forward to contributing immediately as our program builds on last year's success."
Known to everyone as "Mad Dog" for his signature physical and aggressive style of play, Madsen averaged 10.9 points and 7.9 rebounds for his Cardinal career while ranking among the school's top-10 all-time performers in field goal percentage (fourth - 58.7), and rebounds (sixth - 857). A two-time All-Pac-10 selection, Madsen was tabbed a two-time All-American by the NABC (1999 Third Team, 2000 Second Team) and a Third Team All-American by the Associated Press in 2000. He was also named a member of the John R. Wooden Award team as a senior.
During Madsen's playing career, Stanford compiled a 105-24 record, producing an 81.4 winning percentage that ranks second in school history for a consecutive four-year period. The Cardinal also notched its first 30-win season (1997-98), claimed two Pac-10 titles (1999, 2000), earned a No. 1 seed in the NCAA Tournament for the first time (2000) and advanced to the NCAA Final Four (1998).
In one of the most memorable moments in school history, Madsen's three-point play with 26.2 seconds remaining completed an improbable last-minute comeback as Stanford rallied past Rhode Island 79-77 in the Midwest Regional final to earn a berth in the 1998 NCAA Final Four.
Madsen excelled in the classroom as well, honored as a CoSIDA First Team Academic All-American as a senior. A two-time Pac-10 All-Academic First Team selection and NCAA Postgraduate Scholarship recipient, Madsen was also named to the executive council of the NABC Student Basketball Council, organized to address issues affecting NCAA student-athletes.
Selected by the Los Angeles Lakers in the first round (29th overall) of the 2000 NBA Draft, Madsen played three seasons with the Lakers (2000-03) and was a member of back-to-back NBA championship teams in 2001 and 2002. He then signed with the Minnesota Timberwolves as a free agent prior to the 2003-04 campaign and played six seasons (2004-09) with the Wolves. During his tenure at Minnesota, Madsen was elected by his teammates to serve as the club's National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) player representative for three seasons.
Following his NBA career, Madsen served as an assistant coach during the 2009-10 season with the Utah Flash of the NBA's Developmental League.
Madsen also possesses international playing experience, leading the United States to a gold medal at the 1999 World University Games before being named to the roster for the 2001 Goodwill Games.
A native of Danville, Calif., Madsen earned his undergraduate degree in economics in 2000. He attended San Ramon Valley High School and served a two-year Mormon mission in Spain following his graduation from high school.


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Last summer, Telegraph columnist John Timpson returned home from a trip to the US where he'd been visiting relatives. He was greeted by "another barrage of negative news about business – media complaints about bankers, bonuses, fraudulent practice and fat cat bosses that give employees a rough deal".
Nothing new there, but the chairman of the eponymous cobbling business says he was struck by the difference between the UK and the upbeat San Francisco he'd returned from.
"You can't be nice to everyone all the time when you're running a business, but it's possible to do lots of good along the way, and many bosses do," he wrote in his column the following week. "But all this goodness is hidden by the continual media attention given to corporate greed, deceit and incompetence."
He says his call for more recognition that not all businesses are "selfish and greedy" received a deluge of supportive responses from Telegraph readers and small business owners.
That reaction should bode well for a new scheme, name-checked by Timpson in his piece, which intends to "show the world an inspirational face" of business. Trading for Good will allow small and medium-sized businesses to shout about the work they do to support their communities, from raising money for charity, to volunteering and hiring apprentices.
"We're putting the spotlight on small companies," says Kay Allen, the founder of the not-for-profit initiative, which has been supported by Number 10 as well as sponsors including Excell Group, Santander, Visa and a range of business organisations. Philip N Green, the Government's "corporate responsibility" tsar and former chief executive of United Utilities, is also championing the drive.
While almost all large businesses devote resources – and space in their annual reports – to so called "corporate social responsibility" (CSR), Allen says that many smaller businesses "are already doing loads of good things without shouting about it".
"To the average small business, CSR doesn't mean anything," she says. "But when I had the idea [in 2011] I was staggered at the amount they are doing without any recognition or publicity."
The online Trading for Good platform, which is due to be launched on Thursday, allows companies to create a free profile to communicate their positive work.
Allen, who built her career in CSR roles at BSkyB and B&Q but also runs two small companies, insists she isn't expecting business owners to suddenly engage in a glut of charity work as a result of the initiative.
"We're not really asking for anyone to do more than they're already doing – we're just saying, we can help you win more business. This is about raising your profile; customers want to know what you're doing, you want to keep staff motivated."
As well as providing a home to display their activities online, Trading for Good will make marketing material available for members to use on websites, letterheads and shop fronts, Allen says.
The project is also aiming to give members access to the supplier lists of larger organisations looking for "good" small business suppliers. The ultimate aim, however, is a consumer-oriented directory of responsible small businesses.
"This is a free platform for small companies to build their profile, which we can then promote to their community and their consumers," says Allen. "Once we get to scale, I'll launch it as a business directory. Consumers will be able to use it to find a plumber who takes on apprentices from the local school, for example."
Joanna Sedley-Burke, managing director of Sovereign Data Connect – a data centre venture that's part of an £8m turnover IT firm – says her business will be using the service.
"We all work really hard but we don't want to just drudge around, we do practical, good things," she says.
"It's nothing major; cake sales for charity, bike rides for the local hospice, collecting for a food bank. But talking about what we are as a company helps us win business, especially since we're competing with large corporates. When we bid for clients, they're amazed we have a [presentation] slide on [our ethical policies]. Ultimately, I want to win more business but with good coming from it, too."
Promoting the company's community and charitable work also helps retain staff, she believes. "We can't offer the perks of a large corporate, but I don't want a high turnover of staff. People want to feel good about who they work for."
While Timpson remains optimistic about the scheme, he says it's a shame it's needed in the first place.
"There's enough knocking stuff around about business, so simply pointing out companies doing good is worthwhile," he says.
"But we're surrounded by gimmicks and we don't want this to be another box-ticking exercise to get on to a website or a TripAdvisor of small businesses. But broadcasting the positive side of what businesses do is a good idea."
Allen wants 75,000 small and medium-sized companies signed up to the service by the end of the year, and a further 175,000 by the end of 2014.
"Imagine if every company has someone for two weeks' work experience? Or collected tins for a food bank?" she says.
"There are 4m SMEs in the UK and collectively they can make a massive difference."
The Telegraph Festival of Business network provides news and advice for the directors of mid-sized companies. It is supported by Grant Thornton and the Business Growth Fund


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Think about this: Andrew goes to the University of Newcastle, tries to find a job just to help with expenses, gets a job in a local supermarket, and then graduates on time with good grades but no relevant industry experience.
Emma goes to the University of Newcastle, gets an Industry Scholarship, gets paid up to $14,000 during the academic year, participates in 10 weeks of industry placement experience during the summer, then goes back to campus to learn in the classroom, repeating this cycle until the she graduates with both a degree and meaningful industry experience.
Both students apply for the same position at the organisation where Emma completed her industry placement. Emma has the same degree as Andrew, but Emma has substantial industry experience with the hiring organisation.
Which student gets the job?
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May 10, 2014
RENO, Nev. - The Fresno State softball team (31-21, 15-9) wrapped up the regular season with a second-place tie in the Mountain West Saturday afternoon thanks to a 10-1, five-inning victory over Nevada (27-25, 9-15) at Christina M. Hixson Softball Park.
Crushing three homers among its six extra-base hits, the Bulldog offense combined for its fifth double-digit scoring effort of the year, and only one win shy of the conference title.
"Today was a great bounce-back effort," Fresno State head coach Trisha Ford said. "It was a tough weekend for us, and unfortunately we didn't take care of business the first two games. We got the big hits that we needed today that were missing before. Paige (Gumz) was very sick and barely made it through warm-ups, but hung in there and had a great game. Brenna (Moss) was on fire again - even her few outs this weekend were quality at-bats."
Fresno State jumped out with a six-run first inning, then scored single runs in the second and fifth innings and two in the fourth inning to stake its sixth victory in less than seven innings this season.
Keying the offense, senior first baseman Stesha Brazil homered twice to give her a team-leading 12 round-trippers on the year, and her nine total bases Saturday was a team season high.
"We tried to stay positive because there was still a chance (to win the MW) if we won today," Brazil said. "Especially as a senior, we wanted to go out and show what we're made of. I was relaxed at the plate, and tried to clear my head. After the first homer (which barely stayed fair inside the left field foul pole), I had extra confidence for the next at-bat. Today was important to go out with a bang and show everyone that we are Fresno State, and we still meant business."
Moss was equally lethal on the base paths as her four stolen bases Saturday tied her school game record for the fourth time, while her 34 on the year tied her season record from 2013. The latter two came in the fifth inning after she stole second, then third base, and continued home when the catcher's latter throw sailed into left field.
At the plate, Moss's and Brazil's 3-for-4 efforts marked their 24th and 13th multi-hit games of the season - tops for the squad in 2014.
"We knew we had nothing to lose today," Moss said. "Coach (Ford) said to come out, have fun and don't stress. We wanted to show them what Bulldog Softball was all about - swing away and play hard. I didn't have a sign to steal third base - I felt it was there and went for it. Offensively, we tried to get people on, move them over, and drive them in. That's something we try to do every time, and play every game like it's our last. All the events that happened this year are engraved in us."
In the first inning, the `Dogs' six runs came courtesy of two- and three-run homers by Brazil and sophomore catcher Paige Gumz, and an RBI single by Moss.
In the second inning, Brazil added her team-leading 12th homer - a solo shot to left center field - to move to 12th all-time in a season for Fresno State. Similarly, her career tally (28) still left her seventh in school history, and only one shy of former All-American Jamie Southern (sixth, 29).
The `Dogs added two more runs in the fourth inning, thanks to RBI doubles by senior third baseman Vonnie Martin and sophomore catcher Paige Gumz - their fourth and sixth two-baggers of the campaign.
For the game, two other `Dogs had multiple hits - senior left fielder Kapri Angotti (2-for-3) and Gumz (2-for-3, 2B, HR) and the latter's 4 RBI was a career high.
Sophomore second baseman Whitney Smith also doubled in the first inning to give her seven on the year - one shy of Moss's season-leading total (8).
In the circle for Fresno State, sophomore Jill Compton (20-9) struck out six, walked three and allowed six hits in her five-inning complete game.
For Nevada, Ariel Craig (0-2) pitched the first inning, struck out one, walked none, allowed seven hits, and six of her seven runs allowed were earned.
This week's MW Pitcher of the Week - Karlyn Jones - worked the final four innings, struck out one, walked none, gave up six hits, and two of her three runs allowed were earned.
Nevada's lone run came in the fifth inning after singles by Sara Parsons, Megan Sweet and Nikki Orozco. Nevada threatened to add another run the next at-bat when Ashley Butera drilled a shot to deep left field. However, Angotti raced back to make the catch on the run in front of the warning track and end the game.
Overall for the game, six Wolf Pack batters hit safely once.
In other action around the league Saturday, San Diego State beat Boise State, 5-1, to cinch a series sweep and win its third straight MW championship.
UNLV also topped Utah State, 8-0, in five innings to tie Fresno State for second place with 15-9 marks.
CSU, which entered the weekend tied with UNLV, dropped both games of its doubleheader Saturday at home to San Jose State (9-6, 4-1).
Factoring in those results, Boise State took fourth (30-22, 14-10) in the final conference standings, followed by San Jose State (fifth, 30-24, 13-11), Colorado State (fifth, 32-17, 13-11), Nevada (seventh, 27-25, 9-15), New Mexico (eighth, 16-36, 7-17) and Utah State (ninth, 18-37, 6-18).
Complete MW standings and more conference information is available at the www.TheMW.com web site.
Figuring in the first two games of the series (Nevada 3-2 and 5-1 wins), Moss hit a team-best .667 on the trip (8H, 2B, 2 RBI, 5 SB).
Five other Bulldogs also topped .300 - Brazil (.545, 6H, 2B, 2 HR, 5 RBI, 1.182 slugging), Martin (.500, 4H, 2 2B), Angotti (.429, 3H), Smith (.333, 3H, 2B) and Gumz (.333, 3H, 2B, HR, 4 RBI, .778 slugging)
Team-wise the past two months, the `Dogs won six of their eight league series with a three-game sweep of Utah State and 2-1 advantages over SDSU, UNLV, Colorado State, San Jose State and New Mexico. It dropped the other two series to Nevada and Boise State by 2-1 counts.
Among the team's nine conference losses, four were by one run, and three were by two runs. In contrast, the `Dogs enjoyed a school record for runs vs. Boise State (24-4 (5)), and its third-highest tally ever vs. New Mexico (20-0 (5)).
"Overall, it's been a great season," Ford said. "I'm very thankful to a senior class that did a lot of great things. Team-wise, there is a lot to learn from this year. We will go back to the drawing board and figure out some adjustments that we need to make as players and coaches to get over the hump."
In the non-conference slate, the `Dogs topped a pair of returning Women's Collegiate World Series advancers by 1-0 scores in No. 6 Washington and No. 14 Nebraska. Fresno State also had three other wins against NCAA returnees - last year's ACC Tournament champion N.C. State (1-0) and last year's WAC champion San Jose State (8-1, 2-0). The latter victory featured a no-hitter by Compton - her second as a collegian and 71st in school history.
"Our team has overcome a lot of challenges," Brazil said, "and handled it really well this season. It helped us grow up and come together and form close bonds that will never be broken."
Looking ahead to Sunday night, the 'Dogs still hold hope for a potential NCAA Tournament at-large bid when ESPNU announces the 64-team field live at 7 p.m. PT.
Fresno State 10, Nevada 1 (May 10, 2014 at Reno, Nev.)
Fresno State 610 21 - 10 13 0 (31-21, 15-9) Nevada 000 01 - 1 6 3 (27-25, 9-15)
Pitchers: Fresno State - Compton, Jill and Gumz, Paige. Nevada - CRAIG, A; JONES, K(2) and BUTERA, A. Win-COMPTON, Jill(20-9) Loss-CRAIG, A(0-2) T-1:25 A-308. HR FS - Brazil, Stesha 2 (12); Gumz, Paige (2). Weather: 52, cloudy, wind 10-15 out towards CF. CRAIG, A faced 1 batter in the 2nd.
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Things to see and do - Bonao
Leaving for Dominican Republic
Where to sleep?
Bonao Travel guide
Bonao : Michelin's recommendations
Bonao, prettily nicknamed the "hortensia town", is the capital of the province of Monseñor Nouel. Renowned for its pottery, it is a prosperous little town surrounded by rice paddies, orchards and meadows. The surrounding mountains withhold iron, nickel and silver deposits. Bonao is an old town: its first fort was built in 1493 at the request of Christopher Columbus. Under Trujillo's dictatorship, Bonao belonged to the dictator's brother who installed his personal army, los Cocuyos de la Cordillera, here.


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Washington State vs. Rutgers game time is nearly here. WSU fans have been waiting a while for this Rutgers game, especially with the disappointing bowl loss still fresh in their minds. According to a new report from CBS Sports on Wednesday (Aug. 27), the updated odds have the Cougars as eight point favorites in this game. The game itself is set to take place on Thursday night (Aug. 28) at CenturyLink Field in Seattle. This should allow fans from the west side of the state a chance to see the Cougars play.
This is the last time that WSU will be playing its annual game in Seattle. It is something that the school has been doing since back in 2002, but it continues to take away a home game that could be played in Pullman each season. Athletic director Bill Moos announced on Wednesday that, "We're going to discontinue it. Really feel that it's run its course -- served us well over the years." It's a decision that students will probably enjoy quite a bit because it means more games in Pullman.
WSU senior quarterback Connor Halliday will try to bounce back with an even better 2014 college football season and will get a chance to put up big numbers in Week 1. Rutgers has a really good rushing defense, so it could mean even more passing plays for the Cougars in the opener. A lot probably rides on the first quarter of this game as well, with both teams trying to set an early tone. The Washington State vs. Rutgers game is going to be broadcast on Fox1 beginning at 7 p.m. PT.


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I plan to undertake a massive home office reorganization project soon. Our office is so messy and scary right now that I refuse to post pictures (though I will once I complete my overhaul.) Here are some of the best ideas I have come across in my search for inspiration.
Keep small clutter off your desk by finding storage solutions that multitask. Attach a magnetic strip (available at Container Store) to the bottom of a shelf to display small supplies in jars or hang supplies from a thin rod attached to the wall.
I always end up with scattered papers and post-it reminders everywhere. A magnetic white board and hanging folders allow you to keep important papers easily accessible while keeping them organized and out of your way.
If you have a small office or even just an office area within another room, floor to ceiling shelving will allow you to maximize your space while staying organized.
Color coordinating allows your eyes to rest and creates a clutter-free feel.
Messy cords drive me completely crazy. Keep cords out of sight and prevent tangling with a charging station.
Figure out a labeling system. This is the easiest and least expensive way to make your office work for you. I love chalkboard labels because they look neat and you can change them as often as you like.
Lastly, invest in fun office supplies you love. I find small things like this can get me more excited to work when I'm not motivated.
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According to the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health, breast cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths in the county. On a positive note, thanks to improved therapies more women are surviving this dreaded disease. These survivors strive to return to life as it was before they were stricken. A new study has found that yoga can benefit these women. The findings were published online on January 27 in the Journal of Clinical Oncology by researchers at Ohio State University and Ohio State University College of Medicine, both located in Columbus, Ohio.
For women recovering from breast cancer, exercise is one of the best ways to decrease fatigue and inflammation; however, cancer treatment often results in a significant decline in cardiorespiratory fitness, because the therapies are so debilitating. Breast cancer survivors have a 30% lower level of cardiorespiratory fitness, compared to their sedentary peers who have not undergone breast cancer treatment. Therefore, the investigators chose to use yoga with breast cancer survivors, because it can be used with all levels of fitness and can be adapted for women with physical limitations
The researchers conducted a study to evaluate yoga's benefit on three common problems experienced by breast cancer survivors: inflammation, mood, and fatigue. The study group comprised 200 breast cancer survivors who were enrolled in a three month randomized, controlled trial. The women were assigned to either 12 weeks of 90-minute, twice weekly, hatha yoga classes or a control group. The women in the control group were placed on a wait list for enrollment in a future class. The main outcome measures were inflammation (measured by lipopolysaccharide-stimulated production of proinflammatory cytokines interleukin-6 (IL-6), tumor necrosis factor alpha (TNF-α), and interleukin-1β (IL-1β), and scores on the Multidimensional Fatigue Symptom Inventory-Short Form (MFSI-SF), the vitality scale from the Medical Outcomes Study 36-item Short Form (SF-36), and the Center for Epidemiological Studies-Depression (CES-D) scale.
The investigators found that immediately after the treatment concluded, compared to the control group, fatigue had not decreased but vitality was higher in the yoga group compared with the control group. However, at three months post-treatment, fatigue was less in the yoga group than the control group. In addition, vitality was higher, and IL-6, TNF-α, and IL-1β were lower in the yoga group than the control group. The researchers found that depression did not differ between the two groups at either time point. Secondary analyses found that the frequency of yoga practice was strongly associated with less fatigue and increased vitality at both time points. However, no difference between the groups was found in regard to depression. They noted that more frequent practice produced greater changes. At three months post-treatment, women with increasing yoga practice also were found to have a decrease in IL-6 and IL-1β production, but not in TNF-α production.
The authors concluded that chronic inflammation may fuel declines in physical function, resulting in frailty and disability. If yoga decreases both fatigue and inflammation, then regular practice could have substantial health benefits for breast cancer survivors.
Suggested Links
- Price predicted to drop for expensive breast cancer test
- Perjeta gains FDA acceptance for breast cancer treatment
- Study defines which women are at high risk for breast cancer
- Tamoxifen lowers breast cancer recurrence in women with BRCA1 or BRCA2 mutation
- UCLA develops new treatment for breast cancer metastases to brain


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Update 9/4/14: Adoption pending!
A stunning Belgian sheepdog/shepherd mix arrived to the Ramona Humane Society in San Jacinto, California, as a stray and since her arrival, she has fallen ill with kennel cough. Unfortunately, the sickness, though considered to be treatable, has left the unnamed dog in danger - she needs to exit the facility by tomorrow evening.
The profile on the shelter's website for the four-year-old dog reads:
This beautiful girl came to us as a stray so we estimate her age to be 4 years old. She weighs 51.2 lbs. She is absolutely gorgeous! Sweet personality, stunning dog! She's a little overwhelmed being here, but she is eager to be friends!
She is up to date on her shots, seems to get along w/her kennel mate and will be spayed prior to her adoption.
This beautiful dog deserves the opportunity to live out the rest of her life with a family. Please take a moment to network on her behalf.
- POTENTIAL ADOPTERS: Please contact the front desk at the shelter. Their phone number is 951-654-8002 ext. 4. Please have the animal description and identification number(s) available.
- RESCUES: Please contact Rachel McKee, the Rescue Coordinator at Ramona Humane Society, via telephone @ (951) 654-8002 ext. 224 or (951) 260-7204. You can also email Rachel @ firstname.lastname@example.com.
- PULLERS: Rescue authorizes puller – Identification is required for release.
- Animal ID: 48801
- Please direct ALL inquiries about this dog to the facility where she is being held
- Ramona Humane Phone (951) 654-8002
- Facebook thread for this dog here
Note: Potential adopters are advised that as long as this dog's adoption contract is completed (faxed is okay) and her adoption fee is paid prior to 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 4 she can be adopted with the understanding that she must stay at the shelter until she is well and can be spayed.
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Download: Episode #25 - 6 min 40 sec
You've done it again, Mr. Phair. This is a joyous, concise, well-honed, HILARIOUS little masterpiece! "I think it's marvelous" indeed.
yay! perfect way to end the night, it's just hitting midnight here on the west coast. come back soon.
You're the best. Thank you so much.
i just love your brain!
You're nuts, and I've missed you! Thank you!
That Luft had it comin'...
Awesome podcast. :)
youuu maaake the beeeesst podcasts. eever. best way to wake up, love. best way. funny, did ya hear that? mmmmm, funny. yyyeaaah, the guy said, uh-honey. you're a funny . . . goy.
You are marvelous. Always lovely to hear a new progrUm from The Entertainment Beat. And so nice to hear your, little doggie, too.
I just wish there was more, hon-nye :)
Marvelous, simply marvelous.
And here I thought I was the only one who sang 99 Sidluft Balloons. Capital show!
A well-honed diamond of a program... along with deep-brewed High Point, Carol's other best friend!
Dude --- It's art. Levels, craft and musical smarts.
How do you know how to be so good?
As always,
Thermal Baconsnuff
Did you hear Anne Hathaway is up for the role of... YOU, in an upcoming biographical film and stage show, still in the works?
I'm not sure the kid has the chops to play the Diva to end all divas, but I wish her luck. Would love to hear your thoughts on this on the next podcast.
Love ya, rabbit!
What an unexpected treat... Frances and Co. are back with a vengeance!
When Bernadette said "Mary Chestnut" I literally did a spit take, I laughed so hard. Thank you!
great one... loved the song!!! lol
Shomeone should turn this blog into a movie. Like, sherioushly.
Dear "Judy" and Billy and cast...
I have known about your show for a while, but I finally had a chance to sit down one afternoon and listen----I love the show to bits!! So creative and entertaining, and I'm catching up on all the episodes.
That being said, I would dearly love to hear more; keep up the fantastic work!!
You've got a new fan!!!


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No matter our station in life, no matter our inheritance; wealthy or impoverished we would wither without the enriching support of someone who sees us, that someone who loves us.
Truth. For the individual. A family. Or for a town.
For "Rich Hill," a Sundance Grand Jury Prize winning documentary, Tracy Droz Tragos and cousin Andrew Droz Palermo team to examine the lives of three boys and their families in a small southern Missouri town.
The legacy of Rich Hill is that of a once booming industrial metropolis. But with the end of WWII, the resources faded, leaving the town and its residence close to barren.
Rich Hill has yet to recover its abundance, but holds tight to hope. With dreams, direction and some coveted community support, this town and the three boys that represent it in the film could be resurrected to new heights.
Tragos and select families from the movie travel to Kansas City on Friday, August 8, to share "Rich Hill" with local audiences. Join her at 6:30 p.m. at Screenland Crown Center to view the film. The screening is followed by a Q&A.
Read what Ms. Tragos had to say about the film, the kids of Rich Hill and what the experience has meant to them all.
I did not get to see Rich Hill at Sundance this year. How was that experience for you?
It was incredible. There were a lot of feelings. One of the boys in the film, his mom passed away just days before we got there. That was a real blow. It made it all really bitter sweet. We brought all the families out. We all kind of went in together and it was sad that she couldn't be there.
At the same time, the kids were able to have just a really good time. Sometimes I would catch myself because I'm sure I was kind of a wet blanket. I'd go over to them and check in and say how are you doing and how are doing now? They were having a good time. They walked up and down Main St putting posters up.
They called themselves the Rich Hill Posse.
We had no idea that we would be as honored as we were. It was amazing the way audiences responded and the way that the boys and the families were received. It was a hugely life changing experience. They were belonging and I was honored.
It's being well received. People are responding now that the film has been made. It's won the Grand Jury Prize for U.S. Documentary. What do you think audiences are responding to?
I hope they're responding from an emotional level. We really wanted this to be an immersive film that took them to this tiny little town that we love. We brought them into homes, you know, homes that we normally kind of drive by and don't stop and consider what's going on for those folks.
We wanted to say let's go inside. Let's get to know these people really up close from that place, that certain intimate place. It's a lot harder for families like that to be dismissed. That's what we hoped we might be able to achieve. It's deeply gratifying that some audiences really are moved and were able to be a part of a pretty meaningful conversation.
We're being used in a workshop with the Missouri Department of Social Services where we have a six week workshop with different social workers. There are some pretty amazing things that are coming out of it. We took a bit of a risk in making a film that, a documentary, that didn't have statistics and didn't have an expert but we wanted audiences to respond on kind of an emotional level. It's cool that we can have a decent impact despite the fact that we haven't wrapped our film in that policy stuff. It might even make it more acceptable to people.
Somebody has to begin the conversation. Initially I was surprised, but then not after reading things, that there was a little bit of push-back from the townspeople or some of the townspeople of Rich Hill. I'm wondering if the residents changed their minds or their fears about how the doc portrays them or what the documentary can do for their town.
It's not specifically about Rich Hill. Rich Hill could be any town. The circumstances there were pretty average. It would be amazing if we could have impact directly to the town. We have had impact specifically with the kids. But there are so many towns that don't have movies made about them and so many kids that don't have movies made about them and it's like what about those guys?
In terms of the push-back, most of that was around our Kickstarter campaign before we had finished the film and before anybody saw it. There was just a lot of reaction around the trailer and kind of "what was the film gonna be about" and I hope when the townsfolk have an opportunity to see it that they will be pleased with the film and feel like we've done a good job.
We're premiering tomorrow in Kansas City. That's the first time we'll be in a theater and we'll be there all week and have many showings every day. Rich Hill residents are getting fifty percent off to make sure they have a chance to see it.
The film accomplishes a larger goal for it to be transformative for someone else. Not just for the people and for the kids, but for business people and people who can reach into their lives. Congratulations on that.
You had some ties to Rich Hill. You went there. Your cousins were there. You visited often as a child. Is that specifically how you found this story?
For me it was a hugely formative place. My grandparents who lived there were like surrogate parents to me. My father was killed when I was very young. When school was out I would go to Rich Hill because my mom was a working mom. My grandmother was a third grade school teacher and my grandfather was a mail carrier and they were really beloved and well known in a way. A lot of it was on their good name that we were able to have the access that we did.
We just had to not do anything to violate that trust and I hope we didn't ultimately. But there was a feeling when we knocked on these doors and we went home with the kids, I don't know. I remember Andrew's mom was just so surprised that anybody was knocking on her door at all. It's not like folks knocked on her door ever or that anybody was interested in hearing what was going on for her in her life. She really wanted to talk about it. We found that with each of the kids that we focused on and their families that there was a desire to tell their story and to say, yes, these are the challenges that they face.
With the initial backlash why did the subjects decide to participate? I assume they were in it for the opportunity to be heard.
Yea, I think there's a sense and it was a long process. We became very close. We spent a lot of time the past year and a half with them. It wasn't like you come in once and you go out, you know, one interview. It's a conversation. It's something that evolves. At some point they were collaborators in their own right – in this effort, in the telling of their own stories.
That's what we wanted. We didn't want it to be about us. We didn't want to assert ourselves. You hear my voice at the end of the film, but that was a way to give Harley a nod and have him turn the tables on us. But it wasn't about us. It wasn't about the making of the film. It was about them and them having a voice.
At any point did any of them become afraid of the process? Did any of them say "you know what, I might be having second thoughts"? You have an award-winning team. You've got all these great degrees and sure you've got ties to the town, but were they intimidated at all?
I don't think so. We weren't a gigantic crew. For the most part it was me and my cousin Andrew and Andrew was behind the camera. And I was the one having conversations. We didn't do these sort of sit down, confrontational interviews. We were just in and out of conversation and in and out of observation.
More than anything at the end of the day, the end of a long day it would be Andrew and me that would need to take a break. We're the ones who needed to just kind of close our eyes and reflect. It was often not the case that the kids were done. They wanted to keep hanging out. They wanted to keep talking. There wasn't ever a moment where they didn't want to keep doing this.
Like with Harley and what he reveals. We talked to him a lot about that. Imagine what it's going to be like to be in a theater with a bunch of people who hear what has happened for you. Imagine that you're sitting at home and it comes up on television. Imagine what that will be and if that's something that you would want out there. He was quite clear that he did want to share that.
That were a kind of sense that he hadn't talked much about it and he wanted to get it off his chest. He wanted somebody to bear witness to the fact that this had happened to him. This is why his mom was incarcerated and he wanted it out there.
Again, it's not like we were there one day and it was on television the next day. It was a long conversation.
You made this film with your cousin. How was it for you to create with a family member?
It was pretty great. Andrew is an amazing cinematographer and I was so excited to work with him and collaborate. It was a plus that he was a family member so we could stay at our aunt and uncles. For a while he moved in with me and he had a great relationship with my daughters. He was kind of the uncle they never had since I don't have any sisters or brothers. It was a wonderful collaboration.
Did that dynamic affect how you approached the families of Rich Hill?
I think so. They knew that we were cousins. We had a little bit of an age spread. He's a guy and I'm a woman. There was sort of a notion of, um, I think the kids could see me as a little bit of a mother figure. The moms could relate to me because I'm a mom. We could bond on that score. Andrew was more of one of the guys. The kids responded to that.
And being family, did it also inform how you shaped their stories for the film?
You mean because Andrew and I were family did it, um…I mean we talked a lot about what was to be celebrated in the homes and what we appreciated and what we saw and experienced that we didn't necessarily have in our own families.
Especially in Andrew's, there was so much love and affection and playfulness at times. I think [my cousin] and I both were deeply moved by that. We talked a lot about it and in comparison to our own experiences in our own lives. He and I both had different circumstances in our immediate families – me with the death of my father and his parents divorced when he was pretty young. He was in large part raised by his mom and he felt that longing. Both of us. For intact family, a stronger bond. That definitely informed the way we approached this film and what we saw, the kind of love that we witnessed not just the hardships and challenges.
Thank you for that. I just have one last question. Has the film done for Rich Hill what you intended?
For the town of Rich Hill?
I'm assuming you had some desire that you had for the town that you used the name for the film, that you wanted to tell this story. Like it says all over the internet there are lots of small towns, lots of formerly industrial towns that kind of "dried up"…
Yea, yea. I hope what we've done is shed light on a community. I hope that shedding light…wonderful things will come from it. We don't entirely know yet. We've made it sort of the poster child, this town, for a lot of towns that are struggling. I hope that that light being shown only brings good things. I certainly love the community. I hope they are celebrated for what is beautiful because there are aspects of the film where we want them to take that away.
We had that experience. I screened it for a school in Los Angeles. It happened to be an all-girls school. The reaction of these girls was "you know I want to move to the country. I want to turn off my I-phone. I want to roll in the grass." Some of that is just wanting to celebrate the love and the family.
It is not just gloom and doom. There are a lot of resources in the families and a lot of resources for the community. But there are going to be a lot of obstacles for development. Just like there're a lot of obstacles for these kids.
Was there anything you wanted us to know that I didn't ask?
I have great hope for these kids and their families, but it's not just going to be a matter of these kids working hard and making great choices at every opportunity. It's going to take people who care about them and mentors and social support. My deepest hope is that this film will encourage that kind of community and taking care of them. So, they're not dismissed as tough guys from the wrong side of the track. ▪


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Months of anticipation have finally led the rodeo world to March 2, 2014, a day which could forever change the industry. Back in the summer of 2013 RFD-TV announced its new venture, The American. It has been billed as the richest single day in rodeo, promising a $2 million payout to the contestants. Its website proclaims, "Every sport needs a large impact moment, and this will be that defining day for the best rodeo athletes in the world."
The American has captured the imagination of fans and competitors in rodeo alike. Dubbed by its creator, Rural Media Group's CEO Randy Bernard, the "US Open" of rodeo, The American will be held at the home of the Dallas Cowboys in Arlington, Texas, AT&T Stadium. It follows the Professional Bull Riders (PBR) Iron Cowboy V event.
The comparison to golf's US Open is appropriate--The American invites the top ten contestants in the Pro Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) following last December's Wrangler National Finals Rodeo (WNFR) in the saddle bronc riding, bareback riding, steer wrestling, team roping and calf roping along with the Women's Pro Rodeo Association (WPRA) barrel racers. The top ten from the PBR's World Finals held last October will compete in the bull riding.
The organizers of the event also granted a number of exemptions including Justin McBride, the first $5 million cowboy in western sports and a two-time PBR World Champion bull rider, and Charmayne James, an 11-time WPRA World Champion barrel racer and the first $1 million barrel racer. They also chose Dan Mortensen in the saddle broncs; the Montana cowboy won five PRCA World titles in his signature event along with one in the All Around. All three competitors are retired but decided to take their shot at the $1 million for one day's work.
But much like the US Open, The American set up a series of qualifying events and invited everyone in the country the opportunity to qualify to compete in Arlington.
The last fact set fires across the industry. Instead of facing limited entries, everyone who has saddled a horse for rodeo competition now had a legitimate chance to earn their way to the big money. With $1 million promised to any qualifiers who happen to win The American, entry numbers at the qualifiers were huge.
The American partnered with several organizations for the purposes of creating qualifying events. For barrel racing, they choose the Better Barrel Races. For team roping, the United States Team Roping Championships (USTRC) and the Pro Rough Stock Series (PRS) for saddle broncs and bareback riders. The tie down ropers went to the Ultimate Calf Roping (UCR) while the PBR used its Touring Pro Division events to qualify bull riders.
After months of qualifying events, all contestants who made the cut arrived in Mesquite, Texas on February 21-23 for the Semi-Finals. Timed events competitors made two runs in slack (just one for the barrel racers) and the top 20 came back into the two performances.
Every step is sudden death with what you did before only mattering in that it got you this far. The top 20 at Mesquite competed once more and the top 10 earned their shot at The American in the barrels, top 5 in the remaining events.
Meanwhile, event organizers decided to up the ante with their exemptions, announcing exemption matches between world champs Joe Beaver and Fred Whitfield in the tie down roping and Jake Barnes, Clay O'Brien Cooper and Speed Williams in the team roping. The world champs squared off in Mesquite but event organizers decided to bring all of them to Arlington for the big show.
RFD-TV has promoted the event to the hilt with shows like "Road to The American" airing for months on its network along with accompanying programming on its radio presence, Rural Radio, on SiriusXM Channel 80. The organizers have also utilized social media to keep the buzz steadily growing since the announcement of the event.
The beauty of the event is that it allows qualifiers including 70-year old June Holeman (once a WNFR competitior but no longer a full time competitor) in the barrel race to compete alongside reigning WPRA World Champ Sherry Cervi; it allows up-and-comers like Tyler Waguespack the same chance as reigning World Champion Steer Wrestler Hunter Cure. The qualifiers gave Rusty Wright, the son of two-time World Champion Cody Wright who just turned 18 and bought his PRCA permit mere months ago, the chance to battle his dad for a huge payday.
In short, The American capitalizes on one of rodeo's biggest assets -- its depth of talent. It would be hard to argue that there are football or baseball players out there capable of competing with the professionals in their sport, even on a short term basis. But in rodeo, there is talent in every corner . . . not just young competitors capable of moving up and becoming world champions but older competitors who are not full time rodeo participants.
While the professional rodeo season banks its most lucrative events on limiting entries, picking up only those competitors who won a certain amount the previous year, The American recognizes the fan appeal of the underdogs who don't make that cut. They may have regular jobs and families, intangibles that aren't worth missing out on to spend 12 months a year on the road; they may recognize the huge financial burden a full time rodeo career can impose.
Rodeo is a sport that requires great skill but also a little luck. After all, there are a lot of factors that can't be controlled when you consider you are competing with and against animals who have minds of their own, on varying conditions of ground and weather, in many different set-ups.
All those variables mean anyone can beat the best from one day to the next. Of course, the stars are the guys and gals who do it day in and day out under all conditions. But there is always a chance they can be beat.
The best guess is that for every fan in the stands cheering on Cure, Cervi and Cody Wright, there will be one rooting for an "unknown" to beat the big kids. At The American, those unknowns have the chance at a life changing payout for doing so.
The competitors, invited, exempted and qualified, have been outspoken in their support of the new venture. Many used their Facebook pages to speak out. Amongst the best was this post from WPRA barrel racer Sabrina Ketcham:
"As the much publicized RFD-TV The American Rodeo approaches, the interviews increase, the electricity builds and the question arises what does it really mean? Every time I run down an alley it's important to me. I love what I do, and what I do has made me who I am. The sacrifices I make to be out here, assure a drive to win that many will never understand. The opportunity to compete at an inaugural event that will impact the future of rodeo is amazing. So what does the American mean for us? The future. RFD-TV has stepped up and presented a progressive event to a sport that hasn't seen significant change in several generations. There's a 1 in 21 chance that it will be life changing for me on Sunday, but there's a 100% chance that when the lights go out Sunday night, rodeo will never be the same."
RFD-TV's Facebook page has been on fire as fans have weighed in with their predictions for each event and the excitement is likely to continue long after the lights go in Cowboy Stadium tomorrow night.
RFD-TV carries full coverage of the event which begins at 1 p.m. Central time on Sunday, March 2. Rural Radio will also cover the event on SiriusXM radio via Pro Rodeo Live. All competitors will receive one round of competition with the top four fastest times or highest scores coming back later that performance for the shoot-out. Event winners earn $100,000 and second is worth $25,000. All event-winner qualifiers will earn a share of $1 million but if no qualifiers win an event, the winners award will increase to $225,000, ensuring a total payout of $2 million.
Stay tuned to the National Rodeo Examiner as well for complete post-event coverage.


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Top 20 Massachusetts Events for 2009
JULY 18: ONSET, Illumination of Onset Bay. More than 2,500 red flares on the beach light up the water and its islands in this unique traditional event. 508-295-7072; onsetvillage.com
JULY 23-AUG. 30: BOSTON, "Jersey Boys." The hit story of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons comes to Citi Performing Arts Center's Shubert Theatre. See and experience how a group of blue-collar guys from the wrong side of the tracks became one of the biggest American pop-music sensations of all time. 866-348-9738; citicenter.org
JULY 25-AUG. 1: WOODS HOLE, Film Festival. Nonprofit eight-day showcase of independent film, offering daily screenings, workshops, panel discussions, staged readings, parties, an awards ceremony, and more. 508-495-3456; woodsholefilmfestival.org
AUG. 9: WESTMINSTER, Wachusett Valley Folk Festival. Presenting John Gorka, Gandalf Murphy and the Slambovian Circus of Dreams, The Kennedys and Trina Hamlin, MacTalla Mor, and many other performers at Wachusett Village Inn. 978-365-2043; wachusettmusic.com
AUG. 15: FALMOUTH, Sand Sculpture Contest. Spend Saturday morning at Surf Drive Beach and watch 10 teams fashion works of art. Awards ceremony by category, plus People's Choice. Enjoy family activities from the National Marine Life Center and take home a fun goodie bag. 800-526-8532, 508-540-3304; falmouthart.org
AUG. 15: LOWELL, Southeast Asian Water Festival. Featuring traditional dances, boat races, and live music. Enjoy a fashion show, games and activities, international foods, and arts and crafts from Southeast Asia, all at Sampas Pavilion. lowellwaterfestival.org
AUG. 15-16: WORCESTER, Latin American Festival. Immerse yourself in vibrant Hispanic culture at Worcester City Hall Plaza, with two days of music, food, dancing, vendors, and more. 800-836-5552 x229, 508-798-1900 x229; worcesterlatinfestival.com
AUG. 22-23: SALEM, Antique & Classic Boat Festival. View more than 40 vintage yachts, including elegant 1920s-40s-era mahogany runabouts, cabin cruisers, and sailboats on display at Hawthorne Cove Marina. Tour the vessels, meet the crews, and vote for your favorite vessel. Other highlights include an arts-and-crafts market, classic cars, old-time band music, parade of boats, and the Blessing of the Fleet (Sunday 3 p.m.). 617-666-8530; boatfestival.org


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Paddling the Maine Island Trail
Ever wondered what it's like to live cheaply for a month and to paddle 325 miles in a kayak? Try the Maine Island Trail.
My plan on the first day of August 1989 was to paddle a fiberglass kayak some 325 miles northeastward along the Maine coast to Machias, camping on islands along the way, living a sort of Robinson Crusoe existence for a month.
The problem: Prior to that moment, I'd never actually paddled a loaded kayak, never paddled through breaking surf, never paddled in fog.
Some of the biggest adventures are born of small ideas. The small idea behind this journey–to live really cheaply for a month–involved more of a push than a pull. The agreement with my landlord was that I'd relinquish the house on Peaks Island for all of August. I was reasonably young, had little money and fewer obligations, and I'd heard about the recently created Maine Island Trail, a network of three dozen or so islands no more than a day's paddle apart, where anyone could camp for free. Why not paddle the whole thing?
So I bought a used kayak and paddled around Peaks twice to gain expertise; then a friend taught me to identify edible island plants. Most of them, as I recall, tasted like iodine. Immediately afterward, I bought a boatload, quite literally, of pasta. Over the course of the next month I discovered that rotini boiled in seawater with freshly gathered mussels and tossed with a little wild mustard and a lot of black pepper was actually pretty good.
My route to the first night's campsite was neither the most efficient nor the most direct. At least, I don't believe it was; I'm not sure exactly how I got there. But I landed some hours later on a foggy gravel beach at an island a few miles offshore, then immediately dug out a book I'd recently bought (and hadn't read) on kayak navigation. I began what would be the first of many hands-on lessons that month.
The fledgling Maine Island Trail itself, as it happened, was also born of a simple idea that quickly grew more sophisticated. In 1987, the nonprofit Island Institute undertook a survey of Maine's state-owned islands with an eye toward their potential for recreation. There were about 1,300 of them in all–many just uninteresting bits of surf-washed ledge. "But in the course of the survey we came across 30-odd that had tremendous recreational potential," recalls Dave Getchell Sr., then an editor with the institute's Island Journal. "And it occurred to me that if we set up a water trail instead of a land trail, people could cruise along the coast and have a place to stay at night."
Getchell wrote an article outlining the idea of a water trail. He was soon awash in enthusiastic responses. The following year the Maine Island Trail Association was established as a program of the Island Institute.
The trail would be open to both paddlers and motorboaters–anyone adept at pulling up on a rocky shore or mooring in tricky conditions. The idea was embraced not only by these recreational boaters–all of whom seemed to have an inordinate love of islands–but also, perhaps surprisingly, by individuals who owned private islands. Many were happy to open their properties to camping, in exchange for which they'd get free stewardship services; volunteers would keep an eye on the islands through the summer, clean up trash, and keep pathways clear.
So a handful of private islands were added to the public islands in the network. The first guidebook–a few dozen photocopied pages stuck in a looseleaf notebook–served as both passport and guide and was mailed to the first round of members. I still have my well-used copy.
My month-long journey involved not only honing camping and kayaking skills but getting an advanced education about the Maine coast as well. Among my first lessons: The Maine coast wasn't the wilderness I'd thought it was. No matter how remote an island, come dawn I'd be awakened by the throaty growl of a lobster boat hauling traps, sometimes just a few dozen yards from my tent. Also, I learned that lobstermen like country music, played loud–in particular, Ricky Skaggs. Some mornings, awakening from a deep sleep, I was convinced I'd accidentally pitched my tent at a Midwestern truck stop. I grew to like the social aspect of the trip. The lobstermen were cordial if not garrulous, happy to exchange waves as I sipped my morning tea on a rock. (I learned later that they privately refer to kayaks as "speed bumps.") What's more, I was rarely more than a couple of hours from a lively harbor, and so every few days I'd veer landward for a lobster roll and a cold beer, then fill up a slew of empty quart bottles with fresh water. (Only one island on the trail had drinkable water.) Then after lunch, I'd set off back out into the archipelago as the lowering sun turned the world around me into a vast Eric Hopkins painting.
Afternoons on the islands were my favorite times; most of the working boats had returned to their home harbors, and peace and quiet had settled offshore. Often a woolly cloak of gray fog would roll in, making an island two miles out feel instantly like 200 miles away. Evenings were monkish and solitary. Sea kayaking was still pretty much in its infancy two decades ago–during the entire month of August, I crossed paths with only three other kayakers–and I spent many nights engaged in a favorite pastime: lying in the grass, looking at the stars, and thinking how stupid people were not to all be camping on Maine's islands.
Well, it turned out people weren't all that stupid. Many did start to come out to the islands in subsequent years, and in droves, causing some worries and aggravation. Sea kayaking took off as a sport nationally in the early 1990s, and suddenly every third car on the Maine Turnpike looked like a mobile missile launcher. The Maine Island Trail Association–which had become an independent nonprofit after a split from the Island Institute–took the brunt of the blame, with some lovers of the coast blaming the group for promoting the islands and encouraging overuse.
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Here is a shop featuring "tracht," or traditional clothing. In earlier times, each "tracht" identified a person as belonging to a particular group in terms of social and legal status (married, single), origin or trade. Today, the term is used to describe any garment reminiscent of the attire of rural communities. In Austria, people still enjoy wearing "tracht" on occasions like weddings, festivals, etc. I wonder if they have anything in my size?
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The Diary of Anne Frank
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The Diary of Anne Frank Wednesday, March 8, 1944 Summary
- Anne and Margot are writing fun notes to each other. The latest is about Mr. Dussel's annoying snoring.
- Anne starts dreaming about kissing Peter, but in her dreams something always goes wrong, like his cheeks aren't as soft as she'd hoped!
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Blue Velvet Jorinde Jacket
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This jacket is the first in a Challenge I have set myself to sew a garment a week until my winter wardrobe is complete. It ended up taking two weeks to complete, and whilst I am happy with the final result, the journey to get there was not so pleasant.
I made a few adjustments based on other sewers feedback I had seen a year or so back, these projects no longer seem to be linked to the Jorinde for some reason. I do recall that they suggested cutting one size down from the measurements for a more tailored fit which I did but the rest I had to work out for myself in my toile.
So in addition I:
Shortened it by measuring across horizontally just under the pocket mark, I decreased it by 3cm. ( Ihave an hour glass figure and anything finishing at my hip line is unflattering so I pulled it up from my hip slightly)
Reduced the shoulder length by 1.5cm (I have a short shoulder, an adjustment I make on 95% of patterns)
Moved bust dart down 1.5cm
Moved the pocket down 1.5cm (Personal preference it just sat too high to be naturally comfortable for me)
Reshaped the back decreasing the waist by 3cm, hip by 2cm and 1cm at mid back ( I prefer to emphasize my waist as I find tailored shapes are more flattering, again personal design preference)
Removed yoke and made standard shoulder seam (Personal design preference)
Drafted a new front lining to omit darts and pockets etc
I ended up disregarding the instructions provided as to me they did not translate well, or fully, eg omitting instructions on when to sew the front shoulder dart, referring to piping which as far as I can garner was not part of the pattern pieces listed etc etc. I would be very interested to hear from anyone who has completed this successfully in regards to how you constructed the pockets because I struggled badly with these.
I had to recut the pocket facings and linings, to get my side seams to marry up, and really struggled to get the garment to sit right without get tucks etc. Maybe I am just plain ol' stupid, but I would love to see a tutorial with pictures from BurdaStyle as to how these should have been done. In my years sewing I have not done darts and pockets quite like this before and none of my sewing books, or advice from other experienced sewers around me helped.
At the end of it, I am really pleased with the style and shape of the jacket, but based solely on those pockets I regretfully have to say that I cannot foresee making this pattern again unless the instructions were rectified. I am genuinely saddened I could not write a more favorable review on the process, because I really wanted to love constructing this as much as I love the final product.
Material Notes
Cotton Velvet with polyester satin lining
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Apr 26, 2010, 08.38 PMby oinochoe
very nice, I like the Sleevessolution withe velvet and satin
Apr 26, 2010, 08.22 AMby fairyprincess
Blue velvet, top choice!
Apr 26, 2010, 08.07 AMby Passiona Cottee
Hi Brumby, What a beautiful result! The blue velvet looks fabulous. Great choice. The sketch on your website is amazing, too.
I made a variation of Jorinde (Neo Frou) and can concur with your sentiments with one exception. First, you are not alone in your decision to disregard the detail in the instructions. Their usefulness is limited to the general order of assembly.
Second, you couldn't be more right about the pocket facings and linings. Mine ended up part in the side seam and part not. Some clearer notes or pictures on that part of the construction would help.
Third, I think the piping is intended to run as a lip around the pocket. I passed mine around the bottom lip only (after much agonising, as I had changed the front dart to a piping line which made my own personal challenge for the pocket).
The exception… Some of your changes are made to suit your vision/drawing. And the likeness of the finished result is striking. Is it fair to say some of your changes were to achieve the look you were after rather than a flaw with the pattern? Being a boyfriend blazer it is more boxy than curved and tailored. Your end result is more feminine. And a real delight.
I am looking forward to how your garment-a-week goal turns out! What's next…?
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Apr 26, 2010, 08.51 PMby Brumby Ramsay
Thank you very much for your comments they are very sweet. Yes I had seen your pattern and referred desperately back to it in hope you too had made a comment about the pockets not going smoothly, you are obviously more forgiving than I for not pointing it out in your review :-).
The piping I could not see as a pattern piece at all, nor on the actual Jorinde jacket shown by BS, it was probably the least of my worries to be honest, but more set me up to a frame of mind of doubt about the whole lot of instructions.
As for the exception, yes the changes were totally to do with personal preference, thanks for pointing out that this is not clear and comes across as a pattern flaw, will reword my description to cover the reasons behind the adjustment!
As for whats next, a very simple princess seam dress made from a knit fabric, although I also traced out a couple of Burda Magazine patterns last night which I hope to make time to make one of those up as my second pattern this week as well (toile going well).
Thanks again for your comments, and for stopping by my site!
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Can the Rice Cube really make sushi in seconds?
The makers of the Rice Cube claim that their product can help you make sushi in seconds and without using any sticky rice, but will it work? I tried it, so you can find out if it's worth the cash.
The box came with instructions and the cube, but no recipes. You can, however, find plenty on their website or just be creative. You can use any type of cooked rice but they recommend jasmine rice because it is the stickiest. And you don't have to use any additives to make the rice sticky.
I read the instructions and they were very simple.
First, open the top and then position the cube to the mark on the bottom part of the cube. Next, put your ingredients in the well and fill it, putting just enough so it won't overfill. Close the top and gently press inwards and then open the top and pull back to the start position and now your sushi is complete.
I made my sushi using imitation crab and avocado. I also made some using crab salad. It took just a few minutes to make. They turned out looking like sushi cubes.
I made my sushi using jasmine rice and if you want to use seaweed you can use that too, or whatever you want. I purchased the Rice Cube from Amazon.com and it cost $19.95. Based on our test I give the Rice Cube a thumbs up. It made my sushi in seconds and I used regular jasmine rice without having to add anything to make the rice stick.


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At the end of May, Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL) SVP Eddy Cue told Re/Code, "We've got the best product pipeline that I've seen in my 25 years at Apple." That's a bold statement, considering Apple's excellent run of new products in the last decade-and-a-half.
But, one line item from Apple's earnings results indicates the company is working on something important. Perhaps its just a new version of the iPhone with a larger screen, or maybe it's the long-awaited wearable device. It could be a payments service, or it could be something nobody saw coming.
One thing is for certain -- money doesn't lie -- and Apple is spending a lot of money on R&D for new products.
As a percentage of revenue
Apple hasn't typically spent as much on R&D as a percentage of revenue, compared to competitors like Google (NASDAQ:GOOG) (NASDAQ:GOOGL). Apple has always prided itself on making a few great products. Comparatively, Google spends money researching things like "balloon-powered Internet."
As Apple's revenue grew like a hockey stick, the percentage of revenue the company spent to develop new iterations of its iPhone and iPod declined. In the run up to the release of the iPad in 2010, R&D spending as a percentage of revenue increased somewhat, from 3.3% in fiscal 2007 to 3.6% in fiscal 2009. But, R&D spending as a percentage of revenue never returned to pre-iPhone levels until last quarter.
Interestingly, Google and Apple have seen similar percentage increases in revenue over the last 10 years. Google, however, has increased its R&D spending 3.6 times faster than Apple, and increased R&D spending as a percentage of revenue. Obviously, the strategy has paid off for the Internet giant, as its revenue, profits, and stock price have all soared in that period.
$3 billion per year in new product investments
If you take revenue out of the equation, though, the absolute growth in R&D spending in recent years is huge. Over the last four quarters, Apple's R&D budget increased to $5.5 billion. For fiscal 2014, Apple is spending at a $5.8 billion run rate. In fiscal 2011, the first full year of iPad sales, R&D spending was just $2.4 billion.
Apple bears are keen to point out that Apple hasn't released anything particularly innovative since the iPad, yet the company has increased R&D spending by over $3 billion per year. I'm pretty sure it doesn't take $3 billion to make the iPad smaller or improve the specs on the iPhone. Apple was able to improve the Mac for years with an R&D budget well below $1 billion.
When will we see new products?
Apple's guidance for the third quarter ($37 billion-$40 billion in revenue with 37%-38% gross margin) indicates that it doesn't plan on releasing any new products until at least late in the quarter. An obvious launch date would be at Apple's annual product refresh event in late September.
With unit sales growth of the iPhone slowing (13% year over year last quarter), and negative growth in iPad units (down 9%), Apple could certainly use another product to improve revenue. With the stock's earnings multiple expanding since the company's previous earnings release, investors seem to believe something big is on the horizon. The stock is still priced at a relative value, but it's not nearly as inexpensive as it was just three months ago.
Final Foolish thoughts
If that next big thing will launch in September is unclear, but Apple is working on something and management is particularly excited about what's in the pipeline. Tim Cook reiterated at the end of his prepared remarks for the earnings call, "We have an incredible pipeline of new products and services that we can't wait to show you."
Leaked: Apple's next smart device (warning, it may shock you)
Apple recently recruited a secret-development "dream team" to guarantee its newest smart device was kept hidden from the public for as long as possible. But the secret is out, and some early viewers are claiming its everyday impact could trump the iPod, iPhone, and the iPad. In fact, ABI Research predicts 485 million of this type of device will be sold per year. But one small company makes Apple's gadget possible. And its stock price has nearly unlimited room to run for early in-the-know investors. To be one of them, and see Apple's newest smart gizmo, just click here!
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College Hockey:Black Bears Rally Past Saints
Johnson's Late Tally Puts Maine In Win Column
CANTON, N.Y. — Freshman Keith Johnson capped a Maine comeback with his first collegiate goal with 4:57 to play, lifting the fifth-ranked Black Bears to a 3-2 victory over St. Lawrence at Appleton Arena Friday night.
Maine (4-0-0) trailed 2-1 heading into the third period, but dominated the Saints with a 15-5 edge in shots on goal and tied the game just 1:28 into the period on a power-play goal by sophomore Greg Moore.
The Saints (1-3-2) received an outstanding performance in goal by junior Kevin Ackley, who finished with 35 saves, but are now winless in their last five starts. The two teams will play the second game of the weekend series on Saturday evening.
The Saint power play, which came into the game scoring at just a 8.1 percent clip, went two for two in the first period to give St. Lawrence a 2-1 lead.
John Zeiler scored the first goal on a tip of Rich Peverley's shot from the slot at 3:34. After Maine junior Ben Murphy tied it at 10:39 on a nifty move right in front, Saint sophomore T.J. Trevelyan scored his third of the year on another power-play redirection, this one of a shot by freshman Drew Bagnall at 17:26 on the second Saint power play of the period.
Neither team scored in an end-to-end second period with the Saints holding a 13-12 edge in shots on net.
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Saratoga Travers kicks off this Saturday at the Saratoga Race Course, breezes before the race. Grade 1 winners Palace Malice and Verrazano each emerged from their final works for Saturday's Grade 1 Travers in good shape, trainer Todd Pletcher said Monday. Hall of Fame trainer D. Wayne Lukas gave Will Take Charge his final preparations for Saturday's Grade 1 Travers with a five-furlong breeze in 1:01.88 on the Oklahoma training track Monday. Kentucky Derby winner Orb, who arrived at Saratoga Race Course on August 11, turned in a four-furlong breeze over the Oklahoma training track on Monday for Saturday's Grade 1, $1 million Travers.