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Is there a way to solve for $x$ in $\dfrac{\cos^{-1}(ax)}{\cos^{-1}(bx)} = c$?
I guess it comes down to, are there any sine multiplication formulas I don't know about?
The motivation for this is to find $x_0$, $y_0$, $f$ and $a$ in the equation $y = a \cos(f(x - x_0)) + y_0$ given four points $(x_1, y_1)$, $(x_2, y_2)$, …
Constraining it to intersect $(x_1, y_1)$ and solving for $f$ gives $f = \dfrac{\cos^{-1}\left(\dfrac{y_1 - y_0}{a}\right)}{x_1 - x_0}$.
Eliminating $f$ for the original equation gives $y = a \cos\left(\dfrac{x - x_0}{x_1 - x_0}\cos^{-1}\left(\dfrac{y_1 - y_0}{a}\right)\right) + y_0$.
Constraining it to intersect $(x_2, y_2)$ gives a version of the simplified equation in my question:
$$\cos^{-1}\left(\dfrac{y_2 - y_0}{a}\right) = \dfrac{x_2 - x_0}{x_1 - x_0}\cos^{-1}\left(\dfrac{y_1 - y_0}{a}\right)$$
(My question replaces $\dfrac{1}{a}$ with '$x$', $y_2 - y_0$ with '$a$', $y_1 - y_0$ with $b$ and $\dfrac{x_2 - x_0}{x_1 - x_0}$ with $c$.)


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Interview with a Nutritarian: Molly
I met Molly, a college student, at the Weekend Immersion in Princeton this past November. She glowed with exuberant radiance; I had no idea that just a few years back she hated fruits and vegetables! Thanks to a mother who quietly modeled healthy eating choices, Molly decided to commit to Dr. Fuhrman's Six Week Challenge to see what would happen. The rest, of course, is history. Welcome to Disease Proof, Molly.
Molly, what was your life like before discovering Dr. Fuhrman's nutritarian eating-style?
I lived a typical, college student lifestyle. I generally ate cheap, easy-to-prepare foods such as cereal bars, pasta and sandwiches; interspersed with sweet coffee drinks to fuel my late night studying, and frequent "treats" to satisfy my sweet tooth (cookies, muffins, etc.). I've always had a hearty appetite so I steadily gained weight through high school and college. I never thought of myself as being fat, but I knew that I was plumper than I wanted to be, and I was frustrated that my sporadic efforts to cut back on eating and increase physical activity never yielded any results.
I played sports throughout my childhood and was on the varsity fencing team my freshman and sophomore years in college, but I rarely exercised outside of participation in team sports; and after I quit fencing I led a relatively sedentary lifestyle. Plus, I always suffered from severe seasonal allergies, allergies to animals, and asthma so I had strong motivation to stay indoors when the weather was nice.
Perhaps the most remarkable aspect of my pre Eat to Live days was that I scrupulously avoided eating fruits and vegetables. I didn't like the taste and texture of plants, especially fruit, and I would get very upset if anyone encouraged me to try dishes with fruits or vegetables in them. I gradually added some vegetables into my diet, including lettuce, cauliflower, peppers, onion, and green beans, but my vegetable consumption remained very limited, and I wouldn't touch any fruit besides an occasional orange.
How did you feel then?
My allergies were a very annoying problem, and I frequently caught bad colds, but otherwise I felt relatively fine. Super healthy eating always seemed out of reach due to my stubborn refusal to eat fruits and vegetables.
How did you find out about Eat to Live?
My mom read Eat to Live and followed nutritarian eating so I looked into it. It made sense to me so I decided to do the Six Week Challenge to see what would happen.
How do you feel now?
I've significantly improved the quality of my life. I'm 5'5 ½" and started at 156 lbs and today I weigh 122 lbs. My allergies are less severe, and I haven't had a cold since starting ETL even though my siblings come home with awful colds. This is quite remarkable for me, because I used to catch every cold that came through the house!
Losing weight and taking control of my eating and health has also improved my outlook on life. It was a major area that I never felt like I had control of before, but now I feel confident that I know how to treat my body right for the rest of my life. I've started exercising regularly, because it felt like a natural extension of my commitment to healthy eating. I now cherish my outdoor runs and hikes and the way they make my body feel.
Perhaps the most astonishing part of my transformation is that, through an open mind and perseverance, I've successfully changed my taste buds, and now I LOVE fruits and vegetables. They are the core of my diet. It has been great fun to discover the joy of eating food that I know is both delicious and good for me. I also enjoy eating fresh, seasonal foods, and I've come to love cooking. Food has become a passion and a pleasure for me in ways that it never was before.
Do you have any success tip(s) to share?
- Don't be afraid to try a new way of eating and give your taste buds time to adjust to the change.
- Schedule time into your day for prepping and chopping vegetables because having healthy food on hand is the best way to stave off bad cravings.
In a nutshell, what has nutritarian eating done for you?
It has made me feel strong, confident, and HEALTHY! It has made eating and food a supremely satisfying aspect of my life.
We applaud you Molly for investing in your health at such a young age ~ keep up the great job!
Great going Molly. I'm so glad you learned to like fruits and vegetables. Someday, when you have children, don't forget to start them off on vegetables. That way they will never have this issue.
Congratulations! As a holistic anxiety coach for college girls with anxiety whose primary focus is on plant-based diet and nutrition, I think the steps you took to improve your health and lose weight are absolutely fabulous! I hope many, many young women read your story so that they too become inspired to lead a healthier and happier lifestyle despite the difficult surroundings of college.
Molly- you are a winner and now you can model thus lifestyle for other college friends and family. You look great and the fact you did this so early in life you have a wonderful future ahead. Many blessings.
This is something you can do for the rest of your life.
Great job, its nice to see young folks getting into ETL ! Keep up the great work.
Hey Molly (or emily),
I'm also a college student, and am already living a vegan lifestyle, but am strongly considering going full fledged into the ETL lifestyle. I'm wondering a few things, though. Do you live in a town where there is a health foods store? How do you approach/handle all of the added stress of eating out, social times, parties, and events like cookouts when you don't have like-minded people surrounding you? I'm really passionate about eating real food, and natural food. But I feel like you're often perceived as a snob when you turn down food in a social setting or in a setting where you're a guest, so I usually don't turn this food down, as I'd rather people listen to me with an open mind than completely shut off whatever I have to say because they see me as "too good" for what they've decided to serve. I can control pretty much everything I eat when preparing food in my own home, but it's so difficult being in college when I feel like so many meals are shared, and almost all hang-out time is centered/planned around a meal. Any thoughts or advice would be splendid!
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The latest show by Disney on Ice, Rockin' Ever After, is coming to the Oracle Arena in Oakland Feb. 26 through March 2 and will feature Antonia Mitchell of Windsor, California as an ensemble skater.
Antonia began skating when she was six years old after taking a field trip to Snoopy's Home Ice in Santa Rosa. She fell in love with the sport and trained with coach Choeleen Laundagin. After attending college at Dominican University in San Rafael, she joined the cast of Disney on Ice. She will be skating on her home turf this week and took some time to answer questions from the Examiner:
Examiner: How long is a tour?
Antonia: Each tour is different, but our show in particular runs for 9 months.
Examiner: How often do you come home to Sonoma County?
Antonia: Since being in Northern California for several weeks, I have had the opportunity to go home several times and it has been fabulous!
Examiner: When you come home, do you visit Snoopy's Home Ice arena?
Antonia: On one visit home I did stop by my home rink, Snoopy's Home Ice, to say hi to a few friends.
Examiner: Does it feel different to be skating in the bay area after being on the road?
Antonia: It feels great to be performing so close to home because of all the opportunities I have to see my family and friends.
Examiner: What is your favorite part of being an ensemble skater?
Antonia: What I love best about being an ensemble skater is that I get to participate in so much of the show! There are so many fun group numbers on our show and I get to be a part of almost every single one of them. I love the variety and excitement being used in so many different segments of the show.
From under the sea to Scotland, guests at Rockin' Ever After will enjoy a global presentation featuring Meridia from Brave, a very special scene from The Little Mermaid, Tangled and Beauty and the Beast. With new sets, lighting and theatrical designs, this is sure to be one of the best shows yet! Tickets are available for the show through ticketmaster, and parking at the arena is $35.
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An email was sent to the supporters of the New Jersey State Republican Committee on Wednesday soliciting their support for that state's embattled governor. The email was a fundraising effort that offered a lapel pin in the shape of the state of New Jersey with the American flag embedded in it. This is the same pin that Chris Christie wears when he does public appearances. The pin will be sent to supporters in exchange for a $25 donation.
The email asserts that Chris Christie has received a raw deal based on the relentless coverage of networks like MSNBC and a partisan democratic party in the state out on a witch hunt. The story of lane closures on the George Washington Bridge first gained national exposure after it covered on the Rachael Maddow show late last year. Normally such a story would have gone away in a matter of days but instead it gained traction due to inconsistent answers or no answers at all.
The exact quote from the email:
"Over the past few weeks, the liberal media and Trenton Democrats have relentlessly attacked the Governor despite his strong, decisive leadership. It's time to stand up to MSNBC, the liberal media and their attacks," the appeal says.
"The people of New Jersey deserve better than the partisan witch hunt they're currently witnessing on television every night."
The cartoon drawing associated with this article is an idea that I envisioned after Christie was first questioned following the story of the lane closures became public knowledge. Not being a resident of New Jersey nor having any affiliation with MSNBC, my vision was based solely on the response Chris Christie gave to a reported who questioned him about the lane closure. Christie's response was, "I was the guy in the hat and overall working the cones." He went on to say, "Are you serious about that question."
Christie either has no respect for the media or he fells that he can joke about matters he feels are irrelevant. Either way, that image of him working the cone stuck in my head. The overwhelming question today is exactly who ordered the lane closures and why.
At the time this story first broke Christie was riding high as the most likely republican candidate for president. He was polling neck and neck with Hillary Clinton and in some polls even leading her. Since then he has dropped so low in the polls that Rand Paul (R-KY) has emerged as the front runner. During Christie's recent visits to Texas and Illinois to raise funds for the Republican Governors Association, the candidates for the gubernatorial position in those states didn't even want to be seen nor photographed with him. Even the governor of Texas Rick Perry shunned his appearance in that state.
During the snow storm this week, several residents from Fort Lee made their way to the George Washington Bridge to post signs and hold a press conference. They were asserting that if Chris Christie was lying about having prior knowledge of the lane closure before or during the days the lane were closed, he should resign as governor.
Many supporters of the Republican Governors Association have already gone on record to suggest that the New Jersey governor should give up his position as chairman of that organization and concentrate on the affairs of his state.
Even Tea Party darling Sarah Palin made a statement on yesterday suggesting that the governor was either lying or incompetent.
I never envisioned that Christie actually put himself in a position to be brought down by a scandal involving lane closures, but the lane closures brought the eyes of the nation to Chris Christie. Until the truth about what happened around the lane closures are settled, the can of worms that have been opened up will expose so much about the Christie administration until he may have to admit that he in fact was the guy working the cones and directing traffic on the bridge in Sept 2013.
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Samsung Champ C3300 was announced almost one month ago, and back then I said that it might cost less than $150.
Well, it doesn't, at least not in Germany, where the Champ C3300 is available as of yesterday for €129 (about $172). That's still really cheap, though.
The Samsung Champ is small and weighs only 80 grams, featuring a 2.4 inch QVGA touchscreen display, TouchWiz Lite, widgets, Samsung Apps, 3.5mm headset jack, Bluetooth, USB 2.0, 1.3MP camera, and MicroSD card support (up to 8GB). The phone is offered together with stereo headphones and a stylus.
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Six arrested after trick-or-treaters robbed in Tacoma, Wash. - UPI.com
Six teenagers, one armed with a handgun, were arrested for allegedly robbing Halloween trick-or-treaters in Tacoma, Wash., police said.
The suspects, ranging in age from 13 to 17 and wearing blue bandannas, allegedly robbed six different groups of children and adults on Halloween night, demanding cellphones, back packs and other personal items, the Tacoma, Wash., News Tribune reported Thursday.
I would have felt bad afterwards when I found out that the kid I shot was only 13, but then I would realize that he brought it on himself. These kids are lucky they didn't pick the wrong/right victim. They caught all 6 kids in a car with the stolen property. How long did they think they could hang around doing this until the police showed up and busted them? And where were their parents?


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"How to Walk on Water"
P. G. Mathew | Sunday, September 10, 1995
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How can we walk on water? In this passage, Matthew 14:22-33, we see the apostle Peter accomplishing a seemingly impossible task - walking on the waters of the Sea of Galilee. These waters are a metaphor for all the powers that are against a Christian and the problems in a Christian's life. Let us, then, examine how we also can walk on them.
In this passage Jesus compelled his disciples to get into a boat and to go across the lake westward to Capernaum without him. This was a new experience for the disciples. It was understood, of course, that Jesus would join them later, but they did not know how or when he would come. But their faith needed to be tried. They needed to grow up in their faith and in their knowledge of who Jesus was.
Jesus had just performed the great miracle of feeding over ten thousand people with five small barley cakes and two fish. The crowd was pleased and wanted to make him a king, we are told. They were looking for a political messiah, who would deliver them from the Roman yoke and usher in a time of great prosperity, a golden age. Even the disciples were looking for a political messiah. But Jesus could not allow himself to be placed in that role, because it would mean disaster for his mission. Rome would take measures to put down any such rebellion. So Jesus compelled the disciples to go away without him and then dismissed the crowd.
During Christ's temptation, Satan had wanted to make Jesus a king, and now he was trying to work through this crowd. But Jesus would not be distracted from his Father's mission, so he went up onto a mountain to pray and commune with God for over eight hours. He prayed that his Father would help him in fulfilling his redemptive mission through his death on the cross. This was the way of God-ordained humiliation. I am sure he also prayed for his disciples who were away in the boat. His disciples are always in his prayers, as we see in John 17 where Jesus prayed not only for himself, but also for his disciples, for his church, and for us. We are in his prayer! Jesus Christ ever lives to make intercession for each one of us, so we can have great confidence as we live our daily lives in this evil world. Jesus Commissions His Disciples
Let us look at a few points. First, Jesus was sending the disciples. He commissioned them to go across the lake. The Greek text tells us that they didn't want to go, but he compelled them to go without him. The disciples did not go on their own, but they were sent by Jesus Christ. If Jesus sends us, then it must be all right. We will arrive at our destination in spite of troubles and severe problems.
Do you remember the prophet Jonah? He did not go where Jehovah sent him. Instead, he went his own way, to Tarshish. When we go our own way, we cannot expect God to help us, and God sent a storm, Jonah was thrown overboard and he was disciplined. But here the disciples were going according to the commission and will of Jesus. They did not want to go without Jesus, but he forced them to go without him so that they could grow in faith. They departed in obedience.
When the disciples set out, the weather was calm, but soon it became stormy. Some people believe that if we are sent by God and going in his paths, everything will be all right. They think that no trouble or storm would ever face us, that no persecution will ever come our way, and that we'll have no sickness or poverty. They think that we will all live in peace, prosperity, and great health, but that is a false view. Now, remember, Jonah faced his storm because of his disobedience, but according to some people obedient Christians should not face any trials. But this is not true! Obedient Christians who are led by the Spirit of God will be tried very severely. The calm will change to a storm. It is the storms of life that try our faith, not the calms of life. It is the storms of life that cause us to be aroused and awakened, that we may trust in Jesus Christ alone.
So the disciples headed westward across the lake, and at first all was calm. But suddenly a fierce wind arose from the wrong direction. They were going west, and the wind came from the west. Like the disciples, we want wind, but only from the right direction, to assist us in our going forward. But instead we face storms that are against us - head winds.
The wind was against the disciples. The sea was rough. The waves battered against their boat. The disciples were probably tempted to change direction and go back, to have the wind assist them, but they didn't. Why? They were believers. Believers obey the commands of Jesus Christ. So they did not change their direction. Instead, they strained at the oars. They were struggling in their obedience to Jesus as believers. They must have wondered what would happen to them. Would they drown? Would Jesus come to join them? Did Christ see their troubles, or were they "out of sight, out of mind"?
Jesus Prays for His Disciples
Not only did Jesus command his disciples to go across the lake, but in verse 23 we see a Jesus who was praying for them. "After he had dismissed them, he went up on a mountainside alone to pray." So we have a Jesus who commissions us, but we also have a Jesus who intercedes for us. Notice, he is praying privately. That is very important for you and me. We should have private prayer as well as public prayer. And here we see Jesus Christ praying for a long time. I am sure he prayed for himself, that the Father would strengthen him, keep him focused on his mission, and disclose his will to him. I am sure he thanked his heavenly Father for providing food for the multitudes, and for preventing the people from proclaiming him a political messiah. But I would say that Jesus was also praying for his disciples who were alone upon the stormy sea, that the heavenly Father would protect and save them.
This prayer reminds us of the prayer of Moses in Exodus 17:8-15. The Amalekites had come against the people of God, and Moses commissioned Joshua to fight them. Meanwhile, Moses went up on a hill and lifted his hands in prayer. After some time his hands grew weak and drooped, so we read that Aaron and Hur helped Moses by holding up his hands. Why? As long as Moses' hands were up, the Israelites were winning, but whenever he lowered his hands, the Amalekites were winning. So Aaron and Hur held up Moses' hands as the battle raged, and eventually Joshua defeated the Amalekites with his sword.
So here in this passage you see Jesus on the mountain praying to his Father for his disciples, who represent all Christians. While the disciples were being buffeted by the storm and the waves, Jesus was praying for them. So we can ask: Will they be defeated by the storm? Will they be drowned in the waters of the lake? No! Why? The one who is praying for us is greater than Moses. Jesus does not need the assistance of an Aaron or a Hur. His prayer is always effectual. He is the eternal Son of God, the man without sin. Jesus is praying for us and no contrary wind, no fire, no storm, no flood and no enemy can ever defeat us.
Jesus Sees His Disciples
Not only does Jesus pray for us, but he also sees us in our struggles. Mark 6:48 says, "He saw the disciples straining at the oars because the wind was against them." Think about this: it is dark; there is a contrary wind; there are boisterous waves battering the boat; Jesus is not with the disciples; and the disciples are struggling at the oars. Yet someone is observing these disciples, and this someone is the one who is able to do something about their situation. So while Jesus prayed he was also looking in the direction of his disciples. Jesus is the omniscient God, and nothing is hidden from his sight. He sees all things, and his eyes are especially upon us, his disciples.
So Jesus saw the disciples. PGM He saw them straining at the oars because the wind was against them. He had sent them there, and he knew the wind would be against them. In fact, he knew there had to be contrary wind, because the contrary wind is what tries our faith and causes it to grow. So do not ever think that Jesus does not know our condition. He knows! He who is seated on the right hand of the Father sees us and is interceding for us. He has saved us, he is saving us, and he will save us. Yes, Jesus commanded us to go. Yes, Jesus is praying for us. Yes, he is seeing us in all our struggles. We have a high priest who is able to sympathize with us in all our weaknesses.
Jesus Comes in His Time
Fourthly, Jesus not only commanded his disciples to go and prayed for them and saw them in their struggles, but he also came to them. He comes to us also, but not when we want him to come. He comes to us in his time. So we are told in this passage that he came during the fourth watch, which was after many, many hours. The fourth watch is between 3 and 6 a.m. The disciples probably began their trip at 6 p.m., but Jesus Christ came in the fourth watch.
Has that happened to you? You may want him to come right away. Like little children, if anything happens, we cry, but he doesn't always show up right away. He comes at his own time. Read the story of Lazarus. He was sick, and Jesus was told about it, but he refused to go until after his death. But the delay of Jesus is the delay of his love, and he always comes in the right time. He comes in the extremity of our weakness.
Jesus Walks on Water
So not only does Jesus see our struggles, but as he promised, he comes to aid us. How did he come? He walked on the sea. This is not a new idea. In the Septuagint, the Greek translation of the Old Testament, Job 9:8 says: "God who alone stretched out the heavens and walked on the sea as on firm ground."
In one commentary on this passage, a famous scholar interprets this as meaning that Jesus Christ walked on the shore of the lake. Here is a great man with a fine mind who cannot really believe that Jesus Christ was walking on water. Like this great scholar, all who doubt the deity of Jesus will have a difficult time seeing our Jesus walking on the water as on firm ground. But Jesus is the Lord of the waters, and he can walk on water. Jesus has defeated all enemies on the cross and has made them a public spectacle. Jesus triumphed over all enemies by his death. No waters can drown him. He is the eternal God, the Redeemer of his people. He has conquered sin, death, the devil, the world and hell. He walks on the waters, and by faith we can also walk on the waters. We are more than conquerors through him who loved us.
Look at Isaiah 43:1-3: "But now, this is what the Lord says -- he who created you, O Jacob, he who formed you, O Israel: 'Fear not, for I have redeemed you. I have summoned you by name; you are mine. When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be burned; the flames will not set you ablaze. For I am the Lord your God, the Holy One of Israel, your Savior. . .'"
Yes, Jesus sent you. Yes, he is praying for you. Yes, he is seeing you in all your straining and in all your struggles, and he is coming to you, walking on the water. By the power of God Moses divided the Red Sea, but he did not walk on water. But Jesus is greater than Moses. He does not need to dry up the sea. He walks on it, for he alone is God and Redeemer. And in Isaiah 49:26, we read: "'. . . Then all mankind will know that I, the Lord, am your Savior, your Redeemer, the Mighty One of Jacob.'"
Jesus Gives Us Courage
Do not think this one coming is a ghost. Do not think he is an enemy from the nether world, trying to destroy you. No! It is your Savior coming to you. It is doubt and unbelief that causes us to think that this one walking on the waters is a demon or a ghost. No, this is Jesus Christ himself, and in order to recognize him, we must have faith in him. We must believe the word of God and abide in it.
And this Jesus says, "'Take courage! It is I. Do not be afraid.'" No one can have courage unless Christ is preached. Preachers who do not preach Jesus Christ cannot tell their people to take courage. It is Jesus Christ alone who grants us the courage and confidence to face the waves and the wind. No one can have courage unless Christ is truly proclaimed. So I would say to this famous scholar, "Sir, you cannot tell people not to be afraid unless you first proclaim to them a Jesus Christ who is the eternal Son of God who became man."
And Jesus said, "It is I," or in the Greek, Ego eimi - I am! But Jesus is not simply saying, "You know, I am a human being," or "Here I am, mere Jesus, your friend." When he said "I am" he meant "I am the eternal one, the self-existent God. Before Abraham was, I am. I am the First and the Last. I am the Living One. I was dead and behold, I am alive forevermore, and I hold the keys of death and Hades. I am the Messiah. I am from above. I am the bread of life. I am the light of the world. I am the door. I am the Son of God. I am the resurrection and the life. I am the Lord and master. I am the way, the truth and the life. I am! And I am here to help you, to save you, and to cast away every fear that is in you." So courage comes to us when we know experimentally and personally who Jesus Christ is.
Jesus Commands Us to Walk on Water
Jesus commands us to walk on water. You see, Peter understood that this one coming to him was Jesus Christ. Jesus was easily recognized by his voice, as we see in John 20 when he called Mary Magdalene by name. Immediately, she recognized him and said, "Rabboni!" His sheep know his voice. So Peter knew that this is Jesus Christ, and he said, "Because it is you, the "I AM," the eternal God, the Lord, will you command me to come to you?" He was not asking permission to experience this wonder of being able to walk on water. Oh, no. He wanted to come to Jesus and have fellowship with him. "Since it is you, bid me to come to you." And Jesus said, "Come!" That was a command from the eternal God saying, "Come, walk on water. Come!"
But how can we walk on water? We can do so only by faith in him who is already walking on the water. He alone has conquered all our enemies for us, and in him we are also able to trample upon all our enemies, to resist the devil and watch him flee, and to walk on water. But we should know who this Jesus is. We should know what he has done for us on the cross. It is he who bids us all to walk on waters - mighty waters.
So you see this Galilean, this fisherman, this man who was used to water stepping out of the boat, planting his feet upon the water, and being supported by the water. This tells us that we too can walk on water. We can resist our enemies and they will flee from us. Do not think the waves will drown you! There is one who is with you, who is our Creator and Redeemer. Focus on him and do not doubt. Do not have two minds. When Peter doubted, he began to sink. But he cried out, and Jesus immediately lifted him up, planting his feet upon the water. Jesus did not carry Peter. Did you notice that? He lifted him up and put him down and Peter walked again. Jesus wants us to learn to walk on waters by faith in him.
Doubt Sinks, Faith Walks
Jesus asked, "Why did you doubt, Mr. Oligopiste, Mr. Little Faith? Did I not command you to come? Did you not already walk on water? Did you not realize that I am with you? Did you not know that I am the Lord? Did you not know that I am the Savior?" James says a double-minded man is unstable in all his ways. So Peter just sank. But Peter, Mr. Little Faith, was also a believer. He was a Christian, and therefore he believes and prays and cries out, "Lord, save me!" Immediately Jesus saved him.
Doubt will sink us, but the prayer of faith will lift us up and we will once again be planted on the waters, resisting the devil and the enemy and everything that is negative. So St. Paul says, "I can do all things through Jesus Christ who strengtheneth me." The issue is focusing on Jesus, thinking about Jesus and abiding in the word of God.
Remember Joshua and Caleb? In Numbers 13 and 14 they gave the minority report. The majority had said, "There is no way we are able to defeat them. We cannot walk on water. No one has ever walked on water." But Joshua and Caleb believed in God and said, "If the Lord is pleased with us, he will lead us into the land." And then they said, "Their protection is gone. The Lord is with us." They had learned how to walk on water.
David said to Goliath, "In the name of the Lord I am coming against you." That is walking on water. In Psalm 42 the sons of Korah said, "Why are you downcast, O my soul? . . . Put your hope in God . . . my Savior, and my God." In Luke 10 Jesus told Martha, "Martha, Martha, you are worried and upset about many things, but only one thing is needed." Only one thing is needed, and that is faith in Jesus Christ, the author and finisher of our faith. Abraham was told by God that he would have a son and that the Messiah would come through him. He was one hundred years of age, and he began to wonder what was happening. But in Romans 4 we read that he was fully persuaded that "God who gives life to the dead and calls things that are not as though they were . . . had the power to do what he had promised."
Jesus Wants Us to Walk on Water
Jesus said, "Take heart! I have overcome the world" (John 16:33) He walked on water, and he wants us to walk on water. How do we do that? The writer to the Hebrews says, "Let us fix our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith." (Hebrews 12:2) "Turn to me and be saved, all you ends of the earth," says Isaiah (Isaiah 45:22). They were not speaking about a casual, once-in-a-lifetime look. They meant a continual looking on and focusing on Jesus Christ, the eternal Son of God, our Redeemer, the Mighty One. If we do that, we know that "neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation" can sink us or separate us "from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord." (Romans 8:38-39)
St. Paul also knew there would be winds and storms in life, and so in the sixth chapter of Ephesians he said, "Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. Put on the full armor of God so that you can take your stand against the devil's schemes. For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms." (Ephesians 6:10-12)
But Jesus has defeated all our enemies! He has made them a public spectacle, "triumphing over them by the cross," so that now we can wrestle against them, resist them, trample on them, and walk on the water. And I want you to know that as Jesus reached out and grasped Peter's hand, we all are grasped by the hand of Christ and the hand of the Father. In John 10:28 Jesus said, "'I give them eternal life, and they shall never perish; no one can snatch them out of my hand.'"
Jesus Will Come to Us
Finally, we see that Jesus came to the boat. He who promised to come will come to us, because God is not a man that he should lie. The hope of the church is the second coming of Christ. Isn't that true? It is the blessed hope that causes us to live a focused and sanctified life, in which we don't love this world, but hope in the world to come. In the meantime, however, before Christ comes again, we will face the problems of darkness, storm, boisterous waves and the absence of Jesus.
Do you understand this? Even when Peter was walking on the water, there was still wind and waves. Jesus didn't still this storm. God is teaching us to walk on the waters while the waters are at their greatest power against us. But we need to remember that he has redeemed us by his death and resurrection. He is the Sovereign Lord of the universe, seated on the right hand of God the Father, interceding for us. And not only that, he has sent us the Holy Spirit, another Comforter, who indwells us, and guides us through the darkness, the storm, the wind and our wrestling against principalities and powers. This Holy Spirit is training us to grow in faith and to walk on water.
Soon our Lord shall come again! The Bible says, "For the Lord himself will come down from heaven with a loud command, with the voice of the archangel and with the trumpet call of God, and the dead in Christ will rise first. After that, we who are still alive and are left will be caught up together with him in the clouds to meet the Lord in the air," and then Paul says to the Thessalonians, "and so we will be with the Lord forever." (1 Thessalonians 4:16-17) The church will be with the Lord forever! No more separation! No more absence! He is coming again!
Jesus Comes to You
Have you trusted in this Jesus Christ alone for your salvation? Are you struggling and straining against the storms and winds of life? Are you wondering whether Jesus has forgotten his commission, whether he has forgotten that we are struggling at the oars? Have you asked, "Does he know? Does he understand what is going on in my life? Why is he not coming?" Let me tell you, he comes at the right time. The right time is his time, not your time. He does not come at your time so that you can learn patience. Tribulations worketh patience.
Are you being scared as he comes? Do you think he is a demon or a ghost from the nether world? Do you think that some power outside of the control of Jesus is being unleashed against you? Oh, no! Hear his voice. "My sheep will hear my voice." "Ego eimi -- I am," he says. "It is I, your Lord, your Savior, your God, your Master. It is I, your Shepherd. It is I, your Friend. It is I, your Older Brother."
Will you say, "Oh, Lord Jesus, this is wonderful. These waters are not drowning you. Teach me how to live a victorious Christian life, that I may walk on the waters also. Bid me to come to you!" Don't say this so that you can pridefully say, "You know, I have done this and that." No. Desire to have fellowship with such a Christ who walks on waters.
Have you been murmuring and grumbling at every little trouble? I beseech you to trust in your Savior, Jesus Christ. Know that he is for you. "If God is for us, who can be against us? . . . .Who is he that condemns? Christ Jesus who died -- more than that, who was raised to life -- is at the right hand of God and is also interceding for us." (Romans 8:31b, 34) Never doubt the love of Jesus Christ for you! And if you have never trusted in Jesus Christ, I exhort you to trust in Jesus Christ while you are alive, that you may be able to die in Jesus Christ.
Heavenly Father, we pray that you will make this word alive in our hearts, that we may be trained to face the storms that are contrary and the battering of the waves, and that we may be trained to walk on the water and live. For we pray in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
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- 1-1/2 cups quick-cooking oats
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- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 1 package fudge brownie mix (13-inch x 9-inch pan size)
- In a large bowl, combine the oats, M&M's, flour, sugar, walnuts, baking soda and butter. Set aside 1 cup for topping. Pat the remaining mixture into a greased 15-in. x 10-in. x 1-in. baking pan.
- Prepare brownie batter according to package directions. Spread over the crust. Sprinkle with the reserved oat mixture.
- Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack. Cut into bars. Yield: 5 dozen.
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The Mexican-American Vintners Association (MAVA) celebrated its fourth Harvest Celebration in the painteresque hills of the Carneros AVA. In a big tent nestled in the middle of the Browns Ranch vineyard, acquired by Renteria Wines. Great setting with a water reservoir and rows or Chardonnay and Pinot Noir as a backdrop. We enjoyed the 80 degree weather, and constant breezes blowing from the San Pablo Bay. They couldn't ask for better weather for their annual event.
On their four edition, this annual celebration is becoming an event to look forward every year. MAVA Napa and Sonoma vintners showcased well crafted top quality wines from a variety of grapes, including: Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir, Merlot, Zinfandel, Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon. Proceeds from the event, that included a silent auction of wines and wine tasting experiences donated by thither members, go to a scholarship program to help deserving Napa and Sonoma County students, accepted to Napa Valley Junior College or Santa Rosa Junior College. MAVA is proud to consider themselves part of future generations' success. This year MAVA offered four scholarships of $1,500 each to Cristian Paredes, Gabriel Lee Ayala, Diego Morales and Miguel Diaz-Valencia.
The origins of the association of Mexican-American wine producers goes back to May 2010, during an informal gathering in a hotel in Morelia, Michoacán, Mexico. The vintners from Napa Valley and Sonoma Valley were in Morelia to pour their wines at the Michoacán State Fair on the invitation of the Governor of Michoacán at the suggestion of Rolando Herrera of Mi Sueño Winery. Rolando had been invited personally by the Governor and suggested to the Governor that the invitation be extended to other Mexican wine producers from California.
Since 2010, Mexican-American vintners from Napa and Sonoma joint efforts to promote their wines to consumers in the United States and abroad, and to highlight the contributions to the wine industry made by the farm workers from which most of the vintners have come. The organization serves not only as a marketing tool, but it is also a source of motivation and support for future generations of aspiring Mexican-American winemakers and wine industry professionals.
Most of MAVA members share a common history, their grandparents arrived to the United States from Mexico under the Bracero program, this program grew out of a series of bi-lateral agreements between Mexico and the United States that allowed millions of Mexican men to come to the United States to work on, short-term, primarily agricultural labor contracts. From 1942 to 1964, 4.6 million contracts were signed, with many individuals returning several times on different contracts, making it the largest USA contract labor program. Many farmworkers found full time jobs by in California wine country after the Bracero program ended in 1964, and eventually became USA citizens. Mexican-Americans had been, and still are, the back bone of the California wine industry.
At the MAVA Harvest Festival we had a great opportunity to try well crafted wines with distinctive aromas and delicious flavors from thirteen of their members. From Ceja Vineyards their distinctive well crafted 2010 Carneros Pinot Noir, rich red fruit, blackberry, nutmeg and floral aromas. On the palette, nice acidity with baking spices, cola and black pepper with notes of earth on the finish. Delgadillo shared its delightful 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon, very elegant wine with bright red and dark fruit accented by savory notes and velvety tannins. Long and pleasant finish with dark caramel notes. From Encanto Vineyards we tried their small production 2010 Carneros Pinot Noir, red fruit flavors, black cherry on the palate with hints cinnamon and earth. Honrama Cellars poured us a sample of a refreshing Sauvignon Blanc, nice citrus flavors upfront followed by guava and pineapple finishing dry.
Justicia Wines produced a well balanced red Napa Valley blend under the Themis label, the 2009 has aromas of dark berry jam, baking spices and floral notes with ripe plum, dark ripe berries, sweet vanilla and licorice on the palate. From Maldonado Vineyards we enjoyed their 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon, aromas of toasty oak, cocoa powder and dark fruit. On the palate ripe plum, vanilla and root beer finishing with firm tannins. Another wonderful Cabernet Sauvignon, the 2009 Mario Bazán Cellars, red berries, five spice and potpourri on the aromas. On the palate this wine feels well balanced, dark cherry, blackberry, licorice with hints of dark chocolate and oak. From the acclaimed 2012 vintage, Renteria Wines offered their Chardonnay from Carneros, a more robust well balanced Chardonnay; with green apple, Asian pear and white flowers on the aromas. Ripe pineapple, apple pie crust, caramel and hints of butter and oak on the palate.
The whole collection of wines offered by the Mexican-American Vintners Association was fascinating, you can taste the hard work and love that goes into the production of their wines. Chef Richard Haake from Winery Chefs created delicious dishes that paired very well with the wines. The menu included, baja fish tacos, pork tortas (sandwiches) and cumin & coriander steak and chicken kabobs. MAVA, please keep up with the great work!


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Welcome to the Urdang Academy
Urdang offers exceptional vocational training in a vibrant centre of excellence right in the heart of London. A modern outlook, dynamic atmosphere and inspiring backdrop make the college an energising and contemporary place to study.
Incredible exposure to leading industry professionals keeps Urdang at the forefront of the industry. Our graduates thrive and are in constant demand for West End and International destinations, many of which are lead roles.
A high level of expectation and discipline is teamed with relevant support and advice, ensuring our students reach their full potential.
Urdang is the ultimate choice for developing highly diverse and rounded performers.
Everyone Individual
Urdang take you for your talent, they don't take you on a certain look like the other colleges do. They are interested in your unique strengths rather than a clone expectation. That is why their ethos 'everyone individual' is so perfect – it is exactly the way it should be.
Dean Lee – Leading Creative & Choreographer, Graduate 2007
Ethos and Values
Everyone Individual
Urdang Academy was founded on Leonie Urdang's vision to encourage individuality and diversity within the performing arts industry. This was a revolutionary ethos at the time and did not discriminate against appearance or circumstance.
These core values continue within Urdang today. Now with Solange Urdang at the helm since 2001, the Academy continues to thrive and continues to appreciate and develop potential and personality.
Urdang may have heart at the centre of its vision, but it has excellence as its goal. It is not easy to get onto the courses. The energy may be high, the outlook modern, but the Principal of the school is still addressed as: 'Miss Pope'. The Urdang Academy is a serious conservatoire!
Course development
New Foundation Course and Part-Time Courses have been introduced to reflect the interests and needs of those with fresh, sometimes untrained talent wishing to pursue careers in the performing arts.
Aware of the latest industry trends together with a mindful balance to address the current needs of its students Urdang constantly looks at how it can best support both. For example a unique track system has been specially developed to allow diploma students to specialise; choosing from a variety of vocational disciplines.
The course curriculum and teachers' aim is to bring out what students could do, instead of what they can do.
Industry exposure
Seeing the industry in action provides constant inspiration and an invaluable insight to our students.
As well as regular master classes and workshops with leading industry names students are also exposed to other professionals who use our Central London facilities. These include leading production companies who hire studios, when not being used for training, to hold professional castings and rehearsals.
Our Grade II Listed building is also popular for film and fashion shoots, TV productions and community events.


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Encyclopedia of Jazz Musicians
Kramer, Robert (Robert Joseph Kowalski)
Kramer, Robert [Robert Joseph Kowalski], keyboards, guitar, vocals, author; b.Chicago, IL, 28 October, 1954. His parents are Robert and Anna Kowalski. He's married to Dona Kare-Kowalski and currently resides in Aurora, Illinois.
Robert grew up in Chicago, Illinois. Aside from a short period of keyboard lessons between the ages of 7 and 14, has had no formal training in music. He is entirely self-taught on guitar. His main musical influences included: Frank Zappa, Ornette Coleman, Miles Davis, Weather Report, and a wide variety of contemporary pop and avant-garde jazz influences. Directed and produced a series of live musical events and studio recordings under the pseudonym "Dr. Bizarro" between 1986 - 1993, which encompassed original theatrical musical comedy using rock/jazz, jazz fusion and many various musical styles in the tradition of Zappa, Beefheart and Bonzo Dog Band.
Post 1993, Kramer underwent spinal surgery due to a broken neck, resulting from a stunt mishap on a local TV program, The Friday Club, on which he made a series of appearances as a troupe member in 1991-92. The injury caused a progressive nerve paralysis in his hands and fingers. After a divorce and a 2-year recuperative/rehab period, he returned to the keyboards and guitar once again, performing as a side musician in a series of local venues, attending jam sessions whenever he could. During this period, Kramer also underwent training as a audio/video engineer, and started his own recording facilities, founding IBOB Digital Recording & Sound. Moving to Deerfield, Illinois, he married Dona Kare (now Dona Kare-Kowalski) in 2001 and began to engineer a series of demos for various local artists and bands in the Chicago area.
Remaining active as a performing musician and composer, he was commissioned in 2001 to write the musical score for an independent film documenting the fundraising activities of an animal rescue group named Guardian Angel Basset Rescue. Composing the title song "Remember Their Lives", he also wrote various instrumental and vocal pieces for the soundtrack, which was released as an album and ultimately an independent film, produced by Robert Jacob of Bradley University. During the following year, Kramer released an album titled "Songs Of Past Lives", which was a collection of original renaissance and contemporary classical music written after undergoing past life regression hypnotherapy. He lectured on this phenomenon at various spiritual community events, and appeared at the Body Mind Spirit Expo in Rosemont, Illinois in Sept. 2002, during which he demonstrated past life regression on stage and performed a number of channeled compositions while under hypnosis.
He continues as a composer/performing musician and an entirely self-produced and self-funded independent recording artist, and is planning a schedule of special appearances to promote his indie releases.
Robert Kowalski/Watch Out (1983); Remember Their Lives (CD soundtrack album) (2001); Blood On The Full Moon (2001); Songs Of Past Lives (2002); I Am This (2003); Live at Fitzgerald's (2004); compilations on which Robert Kramer appears: Repossessed Compilation (2002), Oasis Sampler (2003); as Dr. Bizarro: Fringe Lunatic Apocalypse (1987), The Big Machine (1994), Enema Phosphate (1997), Music Is A Dangerous Weapon (1998), Duck Tape Mummy (1999), Not Just Another Stupid Copy Band (2000), Lord, I'm Sorry (2000); compilations on which Dr.Bizarro Appears: Pivotal Records Compilation (2001), Chaos Sampler
Published Articles written by Robert Kramer
"Hilary Rosen Ignores The Real Thieves" (November 2002) (DMusic.Com, Music Dish, Gnutella)
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Rock Pool Bistro is situated next to the outdoor pool and it has stunning views over the golf course and out to across the bay. The Rock Pool Bistro offers an alternative "Al fresco" dining option for guests and non-residents at the Thurlestone Hotel.
A great fun atmosphere is guaranteed with the 'cooked to order' menu from the open kitchen that includes freshly caught local fish, pizzas and home-made burgers. Guests can enjoy the best of the Devon sunshine and the coastal views sheltered by the glass panelled pool and dining area.
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text: Prescription Opioid – Therapy or Epidemic? Physician Connection Winter 2013 Second in a series of articles about pain management issues and techniques. By Calvin Chiang, MD A recent paradigm shift has occurred regarding prescription opioid use, prompted by the potential and actual impact of these medications on patients and society as a whole. Until recently, much of medical knowledge regarding opioids has been disseminated by pharmaceutical companies and consultants promoting the benefits and lack of risk. For example, drug-company-sponsored studies in the 1990s boasted addiction rates of 1%, while real-world rates of addiction and misuse are over 20%, possibly as high as 58%. A concept of "pseudo-addiction" was used to justify dosage increases in light of aberrant behavior. These experts declared opioids had no ceiling or maximum. Pain relief was the endpoint, and complications were minimized. Pain and addiction specialists increasingly agree about the significant long-term risks of chronic opioid therapy (COT), which can include overdose, worsening of diabetes complications, immune system compromise, changes in humoral control, loss of functionality and gainful employment, depression, death in MVCs, physical dependence, tolerance and addiction. Many pain physicians advocate either a no-use policy or a ceiling of 100 MED a day for chronic nonmalignant pain; post-surgical and palliative situations are exceptions. Additionally, state and national groups have declared an epidemic of opioid misuse. Over 14,800 deaths occurred in 2010 from opioid overdose, more than cocaine and heroin combined. These medications are also being diverted for nonmedical consumption: more than 12 million people used prescription opioids for non-medicinal purposes in 2010. An estimated 80% of opioids abused by teens – whose use has tripled – come from family and friends. Increasingly, legislatures are acting to restrict opioid availability and reduce misuse. Last summer New York State ratified the Internet System to Prevent Over- Prescribing (I-STOP) law; other states, notably Florida, Oregon, and Washington, have enacted even stricter regulations. I-STOP mandated that hydrocodone containing products become Schedule II, and, like other opioids, are now limited to one-month scripts without refills. Tramadol-containing products, previously unscheduled, are now Schedule IV. Tramadol is thought to have low abuse potential; the parent compound has actions consistent with an SNRI, but it is hepatically demethylated into 0-desmethyltramadol, which has stronger centrally acting opioid effects. Future expected legislative action includes the establishment of an online database and prescription mechanism whose access will be required for providers or their assistants, to review patients' most recent Schedule drug prescriptions and criminal records, and prescribe medications electronically. This is aimed at reducing the "doctor shopping" that has exacerbated this serious problem. This leads to a conundrum for many physicians. Patients remain vetted on the continued use of these medications. Well-meaning physicians are keenly focused on helping their patients, yet continuing prescriptions may not be appropriate. How does one proceed in this legal and ethical quagmire? At minimum, standard recommendations should be followed. My next column will explore this issue further. Calvin Chiang, MD, is Medical Director of the RGHS Center for Pain Management.


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Is it possible to make windows explorer order the files view in a folder by the file extensions (e.g. .jpg, .png, .gif and so on)?
In most cases it is sufficient for me to order by file type, but I have some associations that read the same but mean different extensions.
I'm using Windows 7. There is a freeware utility called CPExt wich adds a new selectable column to windows explorer that shows the file extension. Thus, you can order the view by this new column. That's exactly what I am searching for for windows 7. That tool is only available for windows versions up to XP.


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Candlewood Suites Lexington
Candlewood Suites Lexington
Guest Love Hotel's Cozy Suites in Lexington, KY
In the heart of the "Horse Capital of the World," the Candlewood Suites® Lexington hotel is perfect for both business and leisure travelers. The property is pet friendly, and the hotel's guests love that Lexington, Kentucky is in the center of the Bluegrass Region, an area noted for its beauty, excellent pastureland and horse farms.
In Lexington, KY, our hotel's location is conducive to business travel. We are conveniently located four miles from Lexington Bluegrass Airport (LEX) and two miles from I-75. There are a variety of businesses nearby, including Affiliated Computer Services, Lexmark, and Toyota.
If leisure is the reason for your stay in Lexington, KY, the hotel's suites are a great choice. As the "Horse Capital of the World," Lexington is home to an array of race tracks including Keeneland and Red Mile race tracks, which are less than four miles from the hotel. We are only two miles from the University of Kentucky, where you can see some of the best collegiate sports in the country. An array of activities surrounds this pet friendly hotel's location.
Lexington, Kentucky is a unique and beautiful place with plenty to offer all travelers, and the hotel's amenities make Lexington, KY feel like home. Enjoy a 24-hour Fitness Center, free guest laundry facilities and an on-site convenience store. Be our guest at the Candlewood Suites® Lexington hotel and "Consider Us Home."
Quick Info
- Check In: 3:00 PM
- Check Out: 12:00 PM
- Minimum Check-In Age: 18
- Late Check Out Available
- Parking: Free
- Print Fact Sheet
- Chat With Us
- On-site Guest Self-Laundry Facilities
- Housekeeping Full Service
- Standard Wireless Internet service is free for all members
- On-site Fitness Center Available
- Outdoor Gazebo Grill
It's hard to leave your best buddy at home when you're traveling for extended periods, so we provide a pet friendly experience. Restrictions and fees apply.
Whether you are booking suites for a family reunion or suites for your company's training needs, Candlewood Suites hotels can accommodate your group.
Workout whenever you want: Candlewood Gym always has an open door and lots of aerobic and cardio equipment to make it easier to stick to your exercise routine, no sweat.
The IHG Green Engage system is an online tool that gives our hotels the means to measure their day-to-day environmental impact.
Getting Here
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Overall Experience
Great Stay as Always
June 14, 2016
When in Lexington I always stay at this Candlewood. The staff is friendly, the hotel is clean and comfortable. It is a great value and I recommend it to all my associates who visit.
Very nice stay, roomy, clean and slept well!
June 14, 2016
My stay was a very good experience, would highly recommend this facility.
A reasonably priced option in N. Lexington area
June 14, 2016
Pros: Sleep quality, budget, full kitchen!! Yes, full kitchen! Easy parking, Laundry on site, Free internet and a million TV channels.
Cons: The grounds are quite unattractive, the front lobby is a bit dull, the pantry is not very well stocked, some staff are a tad less accommodating, majority are excellent, though!
relax after work
Byhard working crew
June 13, 2016
great place to stay while in Lexington. price was reasonable and close to our work location.


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Release Date: 2008-02-08 (Limited)
Genre: Comedy, Drama
Rating: R
Duration: 1hr 41min
Bruges (pronounced "broozh"), the most well-preserved medieval city in the whole of Belgium, is a welcoming destination for travelers from all over the world. But, for hit men Ray and Ken, it could be their final destination. A difficult job has resulted in the pair being ordered right before Christmas by their London boss Harry to go and cool their heels in the storybook Flemish city for a couple of weeks. Very much out of place amidst the gothic architecture, canals, and cobbled streets, the two hit men fill their days living the lives of tourists. Ray, still haunted by the bloodshed in London, hates the place, while Ken, even as he keeps a fatherly eye on Ray's often profanely funny exploits, finds his mind and soul being expanded by the beauty and serenity of the city. But, the longer they stay waiting for Harry's call, the more surreal their experience becomes, as they find themselves in weird encounters with locals, tourists, violent medieval art, a dwarf American actor shooting a European art film, Dutch prostitutes, and a potential romance for Ray in the form of Chloë, who may have some dark secrets of her own. And, when the call from Harry does finally come, Ken and Ray's vacation becomes a life-and-death struggle of darkly comic proportions and surprisingly emotional consequences.
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No wonder the government turned him down!
Oh what? The troll and his little toadie from the past two days didn't show up yet? Are they crying?
The "Progressive" applications weren't held up for months like the Tea Party groups. Plus, the progressive organizations were applying for 501c(3) status, not 501c(4). There's a HUGE difference. 501c(3)s can't do ANY political activity, and donations to them are tax deductible.
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To be tax-exempt under section 501©(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, an organization must be organized and operated exclusively for exempt purposes set forth in section 501©(3), and none of its earnings may inure to any private shareholder or individual. In addition, it may not be an action organization, i.e., it may not attempt to influence legislation as a substantial part of its activities and it may not participate in any campaign activity for or against political candidates.
Reg.1. 501©(4)-1(a)(2)(i) provides that:[A]n
organization is operated exclusively for the promotion of social welfare if it is primarily engaged in promoting in someway the common good and general welfare of the community.
Notice the word primarily, it was changed by the IRS not the Congress. The correct word is exclusively and that is why the problem. No clear definition and to fix it that alteration must be returned to it its pre 1959 word exclusive.
The conservative groups that applied in 2010 are STILL waiting to hear from the IRS. No, they were not officially denied, they are jsut waiting, and waiting, and waiting……..
I would equate that to being denied.
Of course, you can't understand that, since your thought-providers at MSNBC tell you otherwise, and you seem to be unable to read.
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As I was surfing my twitter feed this morning I came across this amazing video of a landslide in progress. I'm a nerd for natural disasters. I actually took Natural Disasters as an elective of great interest in college and not because it's alternate name was Rocks for Jocks.
This landslide is apparently progressing at a rate of 50 cm/hr. I would agree with some of the comments that say that the slide is probably moving a little faster than that, but I'm not going to argue that it is moving at a slow enough pace that a geologist is able to walk all over the pile. Because the landslide is still moving, the Wyoming Department of Transportation is waiting until it stops flowing to begin clearing operations. The landslide is blocking a highway next to the Snake River. We forget that nature does things her own way sometimes.
I've really been eating a lot more fruits and vegetables since I have been heading more towards the whole foods end of the vegan/vegetarian diet. This unfortunately means that I occasionally have veggies that just won't make it another day. I just don't know what do do with these vegetables, so I was inspired by Angela Lidden's Back on Track Salads to make this Use It or Lose It Salad.
I had some cilantro, celery, carrots, a red onion and a cucumber that I simply had to use. I didn't want any to lose their yummy crunchy textures or start rotting.
I chopped up the veggies to make a beautiful colorful salad.
I cooked and drained the wheatberries (this may actually be a picture of rye berries that I cooked the same day).
And added the wheatberries to the chopped salad ingredients.
At this point I wanted to add a little more color to my salad. I grabbed a tomato from the still good pile of veggies and chopped it up.
Because these salads always have some kind of bean I went on a quest for a can of beans in my house. This actually proved challenging. I came up with a can of red kidney beans that I added with delight.
I finished the dish with a olive oil, lime juice and italian seasoning dressing. and enjoyed the fresh and delicious salad.
Use it or Lose it Wheatberry Salad
Prep Time: 1 hour
Keywords: mix salad side vegan beans wheat berry cucumber carrot
- Celery
- Cilantro
- Red Onion
- Cucumber
- Carrots
- Wheat berries
- Red kidney beans
- Olive oil
- Lime juice
- Italian seasoning
- Salt and Pepper
Soak wheatberries overnight and simmer for 1 hour to cook (or use favorite wheatberry cooking method).
Chop up celery, cilantro, onion, carrots, cucumber and tomato. Mix in a bowl.
Add cooked and drained wheatberries.
Add drained and rinsed red kidney beans.
Mix salad well.
In a small bowl mix dressing of olive oil, lime juice, and italian seasoning.
Drizzle dressing on salad and mix gently.
Add Salt and Pepper to taste
Serve cold.
It wasn't nearly as amazing as the Back on Track II salad I attempted a few weeks ago. But I was using almost only ingredients I was worried about losing to time. What I love most about these salads is that I tupperware up what is left and eat what is left throughout the week. I have even been known to throw some on leafy green salads and on vegan pizzas.


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Volume: 25 Issue: 8 (August 2002)
Blowin' in the Wind
Animators bring down the house in a television commercial for VISA
By Karen Moltenbrey
Like the fairy tale characters on which they are based, the three little pigs in PDI/DreamWorks' recent television commercial discover-albeit the hard way-that building a house of straw is not a structurally sound decision. In the whimsical all-computer-generated spot for Visa, which is airing in Latin America, the pigs become wiser as they build houses of straw and then stick, which are blown to the ground by a huffing, puffing wolf. Finally, the trio builds a house of brick, purchased with a VISA card.
Ironically, constructing-and decimating-the 3D model of the straw house proved to be more of a technical feat than creating the house made of bricks. "The straw house had to look realistic," says director Cliff Boule, "and giving the straw the right look and weight when it was blown down by the wolf was extremely difficult to accomplish."
With such an oft-told tale, it was important that we create a unique, new look," says Laura Lockwood, a producer for the PDI Commercial Division. To that end, the group created distinctive-looking characters, props, and lush environments using PDI's proprietary tools and technology that had evolved from the feature film Shrek. For the complicated straw-house effects, though, the team used a commercial software product: Alias|Wavefront's Maya.
To create the stars of a commercial featuring the three little pigs, PDI's Commercial Division used proprietary tools and technologies based on those PDI had developed for the feature film Shrek.
Initially, effects animator Randy Hammond constructed the straw house with closed-volume shapes that resembled crudely crafted bricks, which he stacked and layered to form the outline for the house. He then filled each closed-volume "brick" with particles, generated with PDI's proprietary software. "I created a data file that told me where each brick was oriented and positioned in space, and used that list to fill the bricks with particles," he explains. "Then, when I viewed the entire data set, it looked like a house made entirely of particles." In all, Hammond generated more than 180,000 particles for the desired effect.
Hammond im ported the so-called particle house into Maya, where he created the "explosion" simulation. First, he wrote an extensive particle expression in Maya to control the fine detailed motion in the particle animation, then added small vortex fields to achieve swirling eddies and the overall blowing motion. He then imported all the particle sets on a per-frame basis back into the proprietary animation software, with which he generated NURBS-based curves for each particle, "so in the final animation, the little pieces of straw would bend and rotate in the wind, rather than remain static."
Hammond then generated geometry along each of the NURBS curves within PDI's proprietary rendering software. Next, he applied PDI's hair shader tool-which is optimized for very thin geometry-to each curve, so when the curves were rendered, they resembled extremely thin tubes. "That gave us the straw appearance we were looking for."
Maya-based particle animations helped create the impression that the house of straw was being blown down. Vortex fields were added to the particles to make the pieces of straw swirl appropriately as the wolf huffed and puffed.
Despite the complex construction of the straw house, the wolf in the commercial-with just a huff and a puff-blew it down with the greatest of ease. Alas, it does not appear that the sturdy house of bricks fared any better in the commercial rendition of the story, as the wolf is shown in the last shot purchasing a bulldozer with his own Visa card. So much for fairy tale endings.
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Goal.com cartoonist Omar Momani gives us his unique take on the football news of the dayDropped from the Manchester City squad after reportedly partying into the early hours on the morning of a crucial clash with Tottenham, the writing appeared to be on the wall for Mario Balotelli with regards to his future at the club.
Roberto Mancini is understood to be ready to finally wash his hands of the enigmatic Italy international for good.
But Balotelli's agent, Mino Raiola, insists that is not the case, and gave a rather surprising indication as to why the 22-year-old will remain at the Etihad Stadium for at least a little while longer.
"His [Balotelli's] relationship with Mancini is like that between a husband and his wife," Raiola told Radio CRC. "They argue but they love and respect each other so much.
"Everyone has their own ideas, but Mario will remain at Manchester City. He won't go to AC Milan."
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When Kim Kardashian agreed to be Richard Lugner's date, at the Vienna annual Opera Ball, she actually showed up. The 81- year-old, building tycoon paid $500,000 for the privilege to have Kim for his date. However, things seemed to go wrong for Kim, according to TMZ, Feb, 27, 2014.
While Kim was having her picture taken with Richard, another guy, who was working the ball, approached her. This person was in black face, and he did his best Kanye West impression. Kim walked away from the man. In spite of that, she stayed another 90 minutes as Richard's companion.
Richard began complaining that Kim wasn't keeping to the schedule. Kim did leave for a while to do some filming for her TV reality show, "Keeping Up With the Kardashians." Richard made sure that everyone knew that Kim stood him up.
Kim and Richard were supposed to be on the dance floor at 11:45 p.m., but Kim refused. She had her mother Kris Jenner dance with him, giving the excuse that she would rather watch the dancing and not participate.
While Kim was at the Opera Ball, someone else asked her to dance. After politely refusing him, the man responded, he would dance with her if the orchestra played "N****rs in Vienna."
TMZ reports that some problems at the Opera Ball were caught on tape during the filming of "KUWTK." Richard allegedly became aggressive. He wanted some alone time with his paid date of the evening.
Maybe Kim will think twice before she accepts money to be someone's date for the evening.


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The SuperMicro 3U blade server looks very promising - MicroCloud!
If i configure RAID 1 on the 2 SATA drives in each of the blades, how would that work out in terms of reliability?
Compared to 8 1U servers with hardware RAID, the price difference seems huge - $10K vs $32K - so i would love to try this approach.
Does anyone have first hand knowledge of the quality of this SuperMicro product?


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Adding food and consumables to the product mix in stores has proven effective at increasing customer traffic, but a different situation appears to exist online where the company is experience a lack of unique visitor growth. That's according to the online audience measurement firm comScore, which shows traffic to Target.com during October totaling a little less than 27.6 million unique visitors compared with the prior year when the figure was 27.1 million unique visitors. The lack of online traffic growth caused Target to slip to 40 in comScore's monthly top 50 Web properties report from 31 last year.
Asimilar situation existed in September when Target.com fell to number 42 on the list from 35 the prior year, as the number of unique visitors held steady at about 25.6 million compared with the prior year.
Conversely, Walmart.com in October drew nearly 36 million unique visitors compared with 31.8 million the same month last year, and in September Walmart.com attracted 35.9 million visitors compared to the prior year's 31.1.
Customer traffic to Target.com and Walmart.com in November will swell appreciably from the October figures, but the number to watch will be the comparison with the prior year's traffic.