text:
House Budget Committee Chairman Paul Ryan says the budget he will unveil this week counts on a repeal of President Barack Obama's signature health reform law, a position which is unacceptable to many Democrats and unlikely to become law.
Asked on "Fox News Sunday" about the political reality that a repeal of Obamacare is unlikely, Ryan responded, "Well, we believe it should, that's the point. That's what budgeting is all about. ... It's about making tough choices to fix our country's problems. We believe that Obamacare is a program that will not work."
The Wisconsin Republican has taken aim at the program in previous budget proposals and on the 2012 campaign trail as the GOP vice presidential nominee.
While he supports the overturn of that program, Ryan factored another of the president's policy successes into his budget: the tax increases Democrats included in the fiscal cliff deal back in January. At the time, Republicans argued against the increases, saying they would hurt employment, small businesses and the broader economy.
"The new baseline reflects the fiscal cliff, which is higher revenues, and lower spending, making it easier to balance," he said. "We don't want to refight the fiscal cliff. That's current law. That's not going to change."
The added revenue means Ryan's budget would eliminate the federal deficit in 10 years. Previous House GOP budgets have projected that it would take 25 years to balance the budget.
Ryan said his budget will increase federal spending on average 3.4% each year over the 10-year period, but that is $5 trillion less than the current 4.9% rate of federal government growth over the period, he said.
His plan would include the forced spending cuts known as the sequester, which became law under the 2011 Budget Control Act, but only for the next two years. Those cuts were implemented at the beginning of this month and amount to $85 billion this year and a total of $1.2 trillion over the decade. Ryan proposed eliminating those cuts to defense programs in his budget last year. Republicans have supported overriding the sequester's broad cuts to defense and giving the Obama administration discretion to choose how to save the sum of money.
Ryan gave reporters a preview of his budget on Wednesday and is expected to release it this week.
At the same time, he backed off a proposal to make changes to Medicare for people under the age of 57. He and other Republicans have repeatedly said their proposals would not change the program for people over the age of 55, and setting the bar at 57 could open him to political criticism. GOP aides said an analysis of the two-year difference showed it would not save the federal government a significant amount of money.
"This guarantees that Medicare does not change for people in or near retirement, and it also guarantees for those of us who are under the age of 55 that we actually have a Medicare program when we retire," Ryan said on Sunday.
Ryan proposes replacing the current system with a traditional Medicare option alongside other options. Seniors would receive support from the government toward paying their premium based on their income level and health, he has indicated.
Democrats generally do not support such a model. Ryan disputed that his party was hurt by the issue in the presidential campaign, saying, "We won the senior vote. I did dozens of Medicare town hall meetings in states like Florida, explaining how these are the best reforms to save and strengthen the Medicare program, and we're very confident that this is the way to go."
Ryan, who met last week with Obama, said on Fox the prospects of the president and congressional Republicans working together will be "based on how he conducts himself in the coming weeks and months."
"This is the first time I've ever had a conversation with the president that lasted more than two minutes or televised exchanges. So I've never really had a conversation with him on these issues before," he said, saying he was "excited" that this "frank" conversation over lunch took place.
"Will he resume the campaign mode? Will he resume attacking Republicans and impugning our motives? Will he resume what is long believed to be a plan to win the 2014 elections? Or will he sincerely change and try and find common ground, try and work with Republicans to get something done? That's what we hope happens," Ryan added.
This week, Obama is scheduled to speak to members of both parties on Capitol Hill.
As to his own interest in running for the White House, Ryan said his vice presidential bid was "a very positive experience" and "made it (a White House run) more realistic in my mind -- it's something that I much better understand."
He signaled that a bid for the presidency would be more likely than a run for top legislative positions, saying, "If I wanted to be in elected leadership, like speaker, I would have run for these jobs years ago."


text:
"When people are smuggling humans, it leads to bigger stuff like drug and gang activity and illegal activity," GWPD Chief Ray Garcia said. "People have got to look at that, we got people out of this trailer and hopefully we don't get the gangs associated with the smuggling of humans and the drugs that go with the proceeds of human smuggling."
The incident was part of an ongoing investigation for GWPD. Members of Department of Public Safety and Live Oak County Sheriff's Office responded to the incident along with GWPD.
Garcia also said that they were surprised to find so many in one location this far from the border.
Garcia attributed the find to getting calls with the right information at the right time. He said there were 13 men inside the trailer, all between the ages of 15 and 30, and three of them escaped by running into the brush.
Garcia also said the trailer, owned by Robert Ybanez and rented out to Billie Luna, was functioning as a "stash house" where illegals would stay before continuing to Houston, Dallas and other parts of the county.
"No telling what they would have encountered once left George West," Garcia said. "(They) could have been used for slave labor or some other activity."
After receiving calls about the residence, GWPD set up surveillance in an unmarked vehicle, according to Garcia. He said a lot of what goes into identifying an illegal alien involves details such as mismatched clothing.
According to Garcia, the trailer was in "deplorable" condition with roaches inside the fridge and a collapsing ceiling, he also said the trailer could be seized.
"In my opinion, I don't believe he (Ybanez) had knowledge of what was going on in the trailer," Garcia said.
Garcia said residents who suspect a residence is harboring illegals should contact the GWPD and that harboring illegal aliens is a felony.
"Here in George West everyone knows everyone," Garcia said as he explained how having large amounts of unfamiliar people frequent the trailer on different occasions was cause for suspicion.
Although it is rare to find so many illegal aliens in one place at one time in this area, it's not the only case that's under investigation, according to Garcia.
"We have other information on other places and other people that may be in the business of harboring illegal immigrants," Garcia said. "It's going to catch up to them."

subset: commoncrawl


text:
Bates wants to meet you and spend lots of time at your side. Want to watch tv? He's ready to plop in your lap. Enjoy making dinner? He's happy to act as sous chef. He needs a home and is ready to earn his keep by snuggling, pushing your pencil, helping you sweep up the cat hair and finding his way into your heart. Bates is 3 year old, neutered, and has soft, short grey fur. His FIV/FeLeuk tests are negative. He should adapt to other pets and family members given time and proper introductions and supervision.
If you would like to help our wonderful friends while they are waiting to be adopted, the Coulee Region Humane Society is always looking for donations. These donations go a long way in making the stay more comfortable for our animal guests.
Click here to view the latest updated Wish List from the Coulee Region Humane Society
Coulee Region Humane Society
911 Critter Court, Onalaska, WI 54650
Phone: (608) 781-4014
Fax: (608) 781-1646
Office Hours:
Monday, Wednesday and Friday: 9:00 a.m. -- 5:00 p.m.
Tuesday and Thursday: 9:00 a.m. -- 7:00 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday: 1:00 p.m. -- 5:00 p.m.
Kennel Viewing Hours:
Monday and Friday: 1:00 p.m. -- 5:00 p.m.
Tuesday and Thursday: 1:00 p.m. -- 7:00 p.m.
Wednesday: CLOSED
Saturday and Sunday: 1:00 p.m. -- 5:00 p.m.
Mission Statement:
The Coulee Region Humane Society actively promotes the humane treatment of animals and positive human-animal relationships.


text:
Rubbing tax salt in JP Morgan's settlement wound
JP Morgan's $1.7 billion Madoff payout was painful enough for investors. But it came with a sting in the tail.
The bank's securities filing Tuesday discussing the deferred prosecution agreement related to criminal violations involving work for convicted Ponzi schemer Bernard Madoff contained an interesting disclosure. The agreement, along with other payments JP Morgan would make to regulators, would result in a $400 million increase in litigation reserves for the fourth quarter of 2013.
That likely reflects a $350 million settlement with the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, for which JP Morgan doesn't appear to have previously reserved and which was above and beyond the $1.7 billion. Aside from that, the bank said it was substantially reserved for the agreements announced Tuesday, which included private litigation as well as the government actions and totalled $2.6 billion.
Yet JP Morgan quantifies the "total impact" on fourth quarter net income at about $850 million. How does a $400 million expense translate into an $850 million earnings hit?
That is due to the nature of litigation reserves and a particular provision of the agreement. The bank appears to have anticipated the $1.7 billion included as part of the deferred prosecution agreement, meant to compensate victims of Madoff's fraud. At least, its statement that it was already substantially reserved for the agreements implies this.
Reserves are an expense, though, and create a tax benefit. Indeed, when the bank agreed last fall to a $13 billion settlement with federal and state agencies over sales of mortgage bonds, $7 billion of that was considered a compensatory payment. So that portion was deductible for tax purposes, JP Morgan finance chief Marianne Lake said on a conference call at the time.
The government took heat for that back then. So this time, the $1.7 billion will be treated "as a penalty paid to the United States government," according to the Justice Department. As such, this wouldn't be tax-deductible, both the bank and the government said. JP Morgan doesn't appear to have expected that when it initially reserved for the deal.
The upshot? JP Morgan will have to go back and adjust its litigation reserve to reverse the tax benefit it would have accrued. This explains the higher, $850 million earnings hit.
The bottom line impact isn't grave: JP Morgan is still forecast to have earned about $5 billion in the last quarter. It is a reminder, though, that in deciphering bank results, investors need to keep a close eye on the vagaries of litigation expenses.
-- write to email@example.com
To read more from Heard on the Street, click here


text:
Home Garden and Patio Furniture, Decor, Accents
Great Values on Woodard Patio Furniture!
Gift Certificates
View Cart
> Natural Teak Pyramid Kodiak Side Table Retail: $434.99 >
Fine Wood
Select Category
Landscaping Tools
Garden & Park Benches
Arbor, Trellis & Gazebos
Address Plaque & Numbers
Grills and Smokers
All Weather Covers
Porch & Patio Accents
Alumunim Patio Furniture
Iron Patio Furniture
Wood Patio Furniture
Wicker Patio Furniture
Western Patio Furniture
Furniture By Room
Wooden Furniture
Metal & Iron Furniture
Western Style Furniture
Rattan/Wicker Furniture
Electric Fireplaces
Kitchen Accessories
Home Accents & Decor
Pet Products
Holiday Specials
Lawn and Patio
Accents & Accessories
All Weather Covers
Furniture Covers
Log Rack Covers
Grill & Smoker Covers
Fireplace Covers
Equipment Covers
Aluminum Mailboxes
Locking Mailboxes
Heavy Duty Rural
Column Mailboxes
Custom Mailboxes
Roadside Mailboxes
Cluster Mailbox Units
Plastic Mailboxes
Residential Mailboxes
Wall Mount Mailboxes
Mailbox Accessories
- Metal Mailboxes -
Brass Mailboxes
Steel Mailboxes
Metal Decorative
- Wood Mailboxes -
Wood Mailboxes
Wood Decorative
Wood Wall Mount
Wood Post Mount
- Mail Slots -
Mail Slots
- Mailbox Posts -
Deluxe Posts
Decorative Posts
Standard Mailbox Posts
Address Plaques
& House Numbers
Lawn Address Plaques
Lighted Address Plaques
House Numbers & Letters
- Address Plaques -
Custom Plaques
Decorative Plaques
Rock Address Markers
Hanging Address Signs
Vertical Address Plaques
Wall Address Plaques
- Commercial Signs -
Lawn Commercial Signs
Wall Commercial Signs
- Letters & Numbers -
Brass Letters
Brass Numbers
Arbor, Trellis & Gazebos
Metal & Iron Arbors
Metal & Iron Gazebos
Wrought Iron Trellises
- Wood Structures-
Wood Arbors
Wood Trellises
Wood Gazebos
- Other Structures -
Vinyl Arbors - Trellises
Accent Fences
Tiki Huts - Bars
Portable Greenhouses
Portable Storage Sheds
Grills and Smokers
Barbecue Grills
Smoker & Grill Covers
Brinkmann Grills & Smokers
Weber Grills
Grill Accessories
Home Furnishings
Home Furniture By Room
Bedroom Furnishings
Family & Living Room
Dining Room
Kitchen Furnishings
Bath & Vanities
Sun Room Furniture
Rec Room
Home Theater
Kids Room
Home Office
Utility & Mud Room
Foyer & Hallways
Hearth Rooms
Garage & Closet
Multi Room
Recliner Chairs
Electric Fireplaces, Stoves & Inserts
Corner Fireplaces
Wall Mounted Fireplaces
Media Console Fireplaces
Electric Stove Heaters
Electric Inserts
Built-In Electric Inserts
- Electric Fireplaces -
Small Petite Fireplaces
23" Fireplaces
28" Fireplaces
33" Fireplaces
Black Fireplaces
White Fireplaces
Faux Stone Fireplaces
Oak Fireplaces
Cherry Fireplaces
Walnut Fireplaces
Espresso Fireplaces
Mahogany Fireplaces
- Mantles Only -
Corner Mantles
Media Console Mantles
23" Fireplace Mantles
28" Fireplace Mantles
33" Fireplace Mantles
Black Mantles
White Mantles
Faux Stone Mantles
Oak Mantles
Cherry Mantles
Walnut Mantles
Espresso Mantles
Mahogany Mantles
Rattan/Wicker Furniture
Wicker Rockers
Wicker Headboards
Wicker Sets & Groups
- Wicker Decor -
Accents & Accessories
Accents - Lamps
Wicker Collections
- Wicker Seating -
Wicker Chairs
Chaise Lounges
Settees & Sofas
Wicker Ottomans
Hanging Wicker Chairs
- Wicker Furnishings -
Office Furniture
Childrens Furniture
Dressers & Chests
Armoires & Wardrobes
Bars & Barstools
- Wicker Storage -
Bookcases & Shelves
Cabinets & Vanities
Wicker Trunks
- Wicker Tables -
Side & Coffee Tables
Dining & Bistro Tables
- Rattan Furniture-
Rattan Chairs
Rattan Daybeds
Loveseats & Sofas
Side & Coffee Tables
Solid Wood Furniture
Armoires & Dressers
Portable & Wet Bars
Accents & Accessories
- Wooden Seating -
Chairs - Teak
Chairs - Hardwood
Wooden Benches
Bar Stools & Stools
Love Seats & Sofas
- Wooden Furnishings -
Wood Beds
Day Beds & Futons
Portable & Wet Bars
Study & Office Furniture
- Storage & Shelving -
- Wooden Tables -
Dining Table & Sets - Cedar
Dining Table & Sets - Teak
Oak Dining Tables & Chairs
H/W Coffee & Side Tables
Coffee & Side Tables
Coffee & Side Tables - Teak
Metal & Iron Furniture
Iron Beds
Fireplace Accessories
- Decor -
Accents & Accessories
- Seating -
Dining Chairs
Lounge Chairs
Iron Bar Stools
Sofas & Love Seats
Wrought Iron Ottomans
- Tables -
Dining Tables & Sets
Coffee & End Tables
- Furnishings -
Bookshelves & Shelving
Wardian & Display Cases
- Lighting
Floor & Table Lamps
Hanging Chandeliers
Billiard & Island Lights
Sconces & Wall Lights
- Retail Display Units
Display Racks & Cases
Home Accents & Decor
Lighting & Fans
Vases and Urns
Area Rugs
Candle Sticks & Holders
Baskets & Boxes
Cushions & Pillows
Figurines, Knick Knacks
Office Decor
Pot Racks
Room Divider Screens
Wall Decor
Wine Racks
- Lighting -
Table & Floor Lamps
Hanging Lamps
Hurricane Lamps
Lighting & Fans
Wall Sconces
Kitchen Lighting
Billiards Lighting
Candle Holders
- Clocks -
Grandfather Clocks
Kitchen Clocks
Mantel Clocks
Outdoor Clocks
Wall Clocks
Kitchen Accessories
Pot Racks
Kitchen Accents
Kitchen Furniture
Countertop Accessories
Outdoor Furniture
& Patio Accents
Garden & Park Benches
Storage Benches
Cedar Wood Benches
Around the Tree Benches
- Park Benches -
Teak Benches
Shorea Benches
Backless Benches
- Specialty Benches -
Glider Benches
Rocker Benches
Porch Bench Swings
- Bench Cushions -
Bench Cushions
Wicker & Rattan
Patio Furniture
Wicker Swings
Wicker Collections
Wicker Sets & Groups
Accents & Accessories
- Seating -
Wicker Chairs
Wicker Chaise Lounges
Wicker Rockers
Wicker Settees & Sofas
- Tables -
Side & Coffee Tables
Dining & Bistro Tables
Rattan Furniture
Rattan Chairs
Basket Swings
Rattan Daybeds
Loveseats & Sofas
Rattan Collections
Side & Coffee Tables
Wood Patio Furniture
Wood Rockers
Potting Benches
Picnic Tables
Garden Sheds
Front Porch Furniture
Brazilian Cherry Wood
Wetbars - Mobile Bars
Accents & Accessories
- Seating -
Porch Swings
Sofas & Loveseats
Cushions and Pillows
- Cherry & Cedar -
Lounge Chairs
Dining Tables & Sets
Coffee & Side Tables
- Teak Wood -
Lounge Chairs
Dining Tables & Sets
Coffee & Side Tables
- Hardwood -
Lounge Chairs
Adirondack Furniture
Coffee & Side Tables
Bar Stool & Pub Table
Dining Tables & Sets
Iron Patio Furniture
Iron Benches
Chaise Lounge Chairs
Iron Lounge Chairs
Wrought Iron Seating
Bar Stools
Dining Chairs
Rockers & Gliders
Sofas & Love Seats
Wrought Iron Tables
Dining Tables & Sets
Coffee & Side Tables
Accents & Accessories
- Wrought Iron -
Aurora Collection
Bradford Collection
Briarwood Collection
Cantebury Collection
Deauville Collection
Easton Collection
Maddox Collection
Modesto Collection
Regent Collection
Reston Collection
Sheffield Collection
Torino Collection
Valencia Collection
Verona Collection
Windflower Collection
Restaurant Patio Sets
Commercial Collection
Quick Ship Collection
Aluminum Patio Furniture
Chaise Lounge Chairs
Dining Tables
Aluminum Bar Stools
Aluminum Seating
Dining Chairs
Lounge Chairs
Matching Ottomans
Patio Gliders
Swivel Rockers
Sofas & Loveseats
Aluminum Bar Stools
Aluminum Tables
Dining Bases & Tops
Coffee & Side Tables
Occasional Base & Tops
Bar Height Tables
Aluminum Furniture
Cast Aluminum
Cushioned Pieces
Barbados Cushion
Belden Cushion
Carson Cushion
Cayman Isle Cushion
Clermont Cushion
Cortland Cushion
Granville Cushion
Marche Cushion
Sutherland Cushion
Aluminum Sling
Alta Vista Sling
Belden Sling
Carson Sling
Castille Sling
Cayman Isle Sling
Clermont Sling
Cortland Sling
Fremont Sling
Granville Sling
Marche Sling
Pacific Sling
Ramsgate Sling
Sutherland Sling
Wyatt Sling
Aluminum Strap
Baja Strap
Castille Strap
Ramsgate Strap
Wyatt Strap
Aluminum Mesh
Wyatt Mesh
Commercial Collection
Quick Ship Collection
Porch & Patio Accents
Outdoor HD TVs
Outdoor Heating
Clocks & Thermometers
- Lawn Accents -
Faux Boulders
Solar Fountains
Memorial Plaques
Metal Accents
Statuary - Cement
Statuary - Wood
Weather Vanes
Fountain Supplies
Outdoor & Patio Heating
Chinook | Chiminea & Pagoda Fireplaces
Patio Fire Pits
Patio Fireplaces
Patio Heaters
Outdoor Campfire Rings
Heater & Fire Pit Covers
- Leisure and Play -
Pool & Lake Inflatables
Umbrella Accessories
Winter Snow Toys
- Outdoor Lighting -
Front Porch Lights
Lamp Post Lights
Solar Lighting
Oil Lamps & Lanterns
Patio - Fence Lighting
Mounted Light Blocks
- Patio Decor -
Door Mats
Personalized Plaques
Planters & Urns
Pots & Pottery
- Wildlife Management -
Bird Baths
Solar Bird Baths
Bird Feeders
Bird Houses
Specialty Departments
Landscaping Tools
Snow Shovels
- Digging Tools -
Grain Scoops
Post Hole Diggers
- Gardening Tools -
Manure & Hay Forks
Pruners - Hand & Tree
- Lawn Care -
Lawn Carts
Hedge Shears
Tree Trimmers
Hoses, Reels, Sprinklers
- Multi Use Tools -
Animal Deterents
Squeegees & Scrapers
Pet Products
Pet Beds
Pet Carriers
Pet Memorials
Critter Cages
Pet Training Aids
Pet Kennels & Pens
- Bird Supplies -
Bird Cages - Sm
Bird Cages - Med
Bird Cages - Lg
Bird Cage Stands
- Dog Supplies -
Dog Houses
Dog Feed Bowls
Dog Kennel Covers
Dog Car Seat Covers
- Cat Supplies -
Cat Supplies
Western Patio Furniture
Bar Stools
Western Benches
Accents & Decor
Country Wood Bars
Dining Tables
Coffee Tables
Side and End Tables
Western Style Furniture
Dining Tables
Western Benches
Southwestern Bars
Accents & Decor
- Seating -
Bar Stools
Old West Chairs
- Storage -
Hutches & Chests
- Tables -
Coffee Tables
Side & End Tables
Holiday Specials
Mother's Day Gifts
Christmas Accents
Valentines Accents
4th of July Decor
Father's Day Gifts
Customer Support:
Monday - Friday:
Saturday - Sunday:
Call 1-913-745-4584
email us
Track Shipped Orders
All Matching Items
Part Num: GS-TF-784
Natural Teak Pyramid Kodiak Side Table Retail: $434.99
$334.99 Free Shipping Today
Highlight any decor with this finely detailed tapered block side table which can also be used as a stool for extra seating. Modern in it's look yet holding on to the natural, rugged beauty of the deep teakwood. Created in ancient teakwood and will weather beautifully with the help of Mother Nature.
Images shown as example only. Due to the unique crafting, this item may vary slightly in shape and color.
Suited for both indoor and outdoor use.
16W x 16D x 18H Inches
Weight: 50 lbs.
About The Product
For those looking for the secret to the exquisite beauty of our
teakwood furniture, the answer is simple. All it takes is the time and touch of Mother Nature. Antique Farm implements, yokes, plows, sugarcane grinders, and wagons from a bygone era provide the framework for the interpretations you see in our furniture today. For many years, this wood was not available to the public. Only recently has this vintage prized wood come to market. Soon demand will exceed supply, and the vintage collection you see in its purity today will be reduced to accents of varying degree.
Each piece you see is designed for today?s lifestyle from yesterday?s antiquities. The rich colors and tight grains of this ancient teakwood combine to form the unique character and patina of this collection. Suited for both indoor and outdoor use, GS furniture provides the atmosphere and character you need to create a rugged earthy look. If kept outdoors, your collectible will turn silver gray as only mature teakwood does. These hints of gray add identity to each piece, but can be easily re-nourished with a fresh coat of Briwax once a season or to your taste. Congratulations on your newest discovery.
About The Manufacturer
In an industry just beginning to understand the impact and demand for
home furnishings, this manufacturer is a veteran. Committed to sustainable manufacturing and environmental accountability, GS produces distinctive pieces crafted from reclaimed teakwood and antique farm implements.
Designed for today's lifestyles and inspired by yesterdays antiquities, GS offers several unique residential collections. Each group feature pieces designed with longevity, style, value, and preservation of natural resources - the backbone of each. Bringing Mother Nature into the home like nothing else can, these one-of-a-kind collections provide elegance and sophistication.
This Item Usually Ships in: 2-12 Weeks Depending On Stock
All Matching Items
Thank You For Shopping With Us!
Search For
HGAP is Proud to Represent These Business Partners:
Lane Home Furniture
Woodard Furniture
Checks Accepted Via Mail
Contact Us
About Us
KKB Fulfillment, Inc.
© 2003-2015 |
Corporate Sales
Home Garden Decor and Accents


text:
Beach Roll Up Mat - 25" x 66"
by Nautica Beach Mat | Item #: 924810 | Model #: NTBM12H |
We're sorry, this item is not available in your selected Club. Check another Club
About this itemDetachable head pillow and shoulder strap for easy transport. Available in 6 fun colors/patterns whiles supplies last.
You will be the hit of beach carrying your stylish beach mat. The mat rolls out to a full 66". The bottom is padded for additional comfort, and comes with a detachable pillow. When you are done just roll it up, and slip it over your shoulder.
- Detachable pillow
- Shoulder strap
Assembled Country
Assembled Size
25" x 66"
Component Country


text:
View This Report »
Get Industry Insights. Simply.
Talk to Ahmad
+1 718 618 4302
Summary The Dutch payments market is highly mature, with consumers very comfortable using debit cards and online payment channels (especially local brand iDEAL, backed by wide acceptance and a convenient ...
Summary The Australian payments market is one of the most developed in the world, with high penetration of debit and credit cards as well as a highly developed contactless card market. However, it lags ...
Summary The UAE market is defined by limited penetration of payment cards and a high reliance on cash among consumers. In spite of an increasing trend in the use of technology, contactless payment rollout ...
Debit Card
United States
Credit Card
United States
North America
Reportlinker.com © Copyright 2016. All rights reserved.


text:
Baltimore Pendant, 30", Polished Copper
- Online Only
- Summary
Inspired by the fixtures that lit stairwells and shop floors in the early 20th century, our pendant's straightforward lines and handsome materials bring industrial character to the kitchen. The oversized merchant's shade is crafted from copper with a glossy white interior, designed to cast clear, strong light downward.
- 16" diam., 30" high overall.
- Created by Rejuvenation, a Portland, Oregon company dedicated to preserving authentic vintage lighting and period architectural details.
- Polished Copper finish.
- Working turnkey switch.
- Hardwire only; professional installation recommended.
- Made in USA.
- Dimensions & More Info
- Copper construction; 100% copper shade.
- Overall: 16" diam., 30" high.
- Shade: 16" diam., 5.5" high.
- 3 lb. 8 oz.
- Takes one standard C0043 bulb, 60 W max (not included).
- UL-certified.
- This product is intended for use in the United States and Canada and is built to United States electrical standards.
- Made in USA.
- Use & Care
- Dust with a clean, dry cloth. Avoid any harsh abrasives or chemicals as they may damage the finish of this item.
- Shipping
Shipping Information
UPS can deliver most in-stock items within 4-5 business days.
Shipping Rates
The shipping rate varies depending on your order total and shipping destination. View Shipping Options and Charges.
Next Day Delivery
For an additional charge of $17.50 per address, we can expedite delivery to most destinations. This service is not available for some oversize items, items shipped directly from the supplier (including perishable and custom-manufactured items), out-of-stock items and items to be shipped outside the contiguous 48 states.
Orders received by 9:00 p.m., Eastern time, Monday through Thursday will arrive the next business day; orders placed Friday through Sunday will arrive on the following Tuesday.
Return Policy
At Williams-Sonoma, we take great pride in the quality and craftsmanship of our products. Attention to design, materials, safety and construction are our priority. Upon receipt, please inspect your purchase and notify us of any damage; we will arrange for a prompt replacement.
If within 30 days, you are dissatisfied for any reason, you may return your purchase for a refund of the merchandise value. An original receipt or gift receipt is required for all returns and exchanges. Returns with a gift receipt will be refunded in the form of a Merchandise Credit for the amount indicated on the gift receipt. Returns with original receipt will be refunded in the original form of payment, cash and check refunds over $100 will be issued as a company check (may take 14 business days from time of request).
For all cutlery returns (knife sets, single knives, cutting boards, knife sharpeners, and knife storage) please contact us at 888.922.4108 to initiate the return.
We cannot accept returns on monogrammed, personalized, special-order items, custom upholstery, food, items shipped direct from the vendor, or on items damaged through normal wear and tear. Final sale items ending in .97 or .99 cannot be returned.
Made to Order and Final Sale Furniture items are non-returnable, and cannot be cancelled once the order is placed.
For returns of items purchased from your Williams-Sonoma Gift Registry, we will gladly provide a refund or exchange for the merchandise within 90 days of your event or within 90 days of purchase, whichever date is later. View Full Return Policy.
Also in this Collection
Baltimore Pendant, Polished Nickel
- Online Only


text:
Dear Members,
Keep in mind that Character Bashing is now prohibited. Making fun of certain characters/character pairings leads to a pointless thread filled with insults and general rule breaking.
Also, remember that Versus threads are allowed only in the Versus section.
Thank you, NarutoBase Staff
Karin or Kushina
I love uzumaki chicks
im too self obsessed
The one with moustaches.
Hinata for me. Especially in Shippuden
Probably Mei, with Ino as close second eventhough i prefer Temari
Anko easily
3 Way tie Temari, Anko, Tsunade. I like the fiesty ones haha.
Forum Rules


text:
Please use this identifier to cite or link to this item: http://hdl.handle.net/1959.3/77024
- Title
- Carbon emissions from dwellings: transitioning to zero carbon housing
- Author(s)
- Newton, Peter W.; Tucker, Selwyn
- Abstract
- The residential sector has been identified as one of the most prospective for significant cost-effective reductions in energy use. Multiple possible transition paths are possible towards 'zero carbon' emitting housing as the basis for a de-carbonisation of the housing sector. This paper focuses on the carbon footprints of alternative configurations of dwelling types, various ratings for the thermal performance of the building shell, a mix of built-in and plug-in domestic appliances, and local energy generation technologies. These scenarios which provide transitions to zero carbon housing are discussed. Known as 'hybrid' dwellings, they deliver significant energy, and GHG savings per year compared to new housing designed to current standards.
- Publication type
- Journal article
- Research centre
- Swinburne University of Technology. Faculty of Life and Social Sciences. Institute for Social Research
- Source
- Environment Design Guide: Design Strategies, DES 76 (Nov 2009), pp. 1-15
- Publication year
- 2009
- Keyword(s)
- Carbon neutrality; Climate change mitigation; Distributed energy generation; Energy efficiency; GHG; Greenhouse gas emissions; Household appliances; Housing; Sustainable cities; Zero carbon
- Publisher
- Australian Institute of Architects
- 1442-5017
- Publisher URL
- Copyright
- Copyright © 2009 Australian Institute of Architects.
- Peer reviewed


text:
Lollycadoodle sent us a 100% felted wool toy as part of my Safe Fun in the Sun event for our dog, Tobey. Furry family members need safe toys too! We got to check out this little guy, Ray:
100% wool
To Enter:
Head over to Lollycadoodle and tell me, what is YOUR favorite design? What would you choose?
For Extra Entries:
- Like Lollycadoodle on Facebook, tell them This Mama Loves Her Bargains sent you! 3 entries
- Follow Lollycadoodle on Twitter 3 entries
- Follow me on GFC, Networked Blogs, RSS, Twitter, Facebook, or Email Subscribe -2 entries each
- Share this giveaway on any social networking site 1 entry/day (if you tweet please include @mamatomjr and @lollycadoodle)
- Comment on any non giveaway post 3 entries/post (1 time per post)
- Enter any other giveaway 1 entry/giveaway (1 entry per giveaway)
This giveaway will end on August 8, 2010 at midnight EST. Winner will be chosen using random.org . If winner does not respond in 48 hours I will choose another winner using random.org. US only. Good luck!!
I was provided with a sample of this product to facilitate my review. Opinions expressed within are my own.


text:
view full screen
Julep Skinny Metal Bow Belt
Style: 570098910
Out of Stock
Metal bow with a soft goldtone finish adds polish to the front of this skinny, snake-textured belt.
- 0.50" wide.
- Sized to wear at the waist. To wear at the hip, you may need to order one size up.
- Two-prong closure with keeper in back.
- Genuine leather. Imported.
Read more… Read less…


text:
September 15, 2011 —
The first few months of life present many challenges for wild creatures, not the least of which is receiving adequate sustenance to survive. Baby birds are particularly fetching as they gape with beaks open wide in anticipation of a meal. Where that meal comes from depends on circumstances.
For the barn swallows depicted here, the parent birds were supplying adequate nourishment. But for the cedar waxwing, who was found as a tiny baby on the ground during a yard cleanup, my parents became its surrogate meal suppliers. After researching the nutritional needs of the bird and administering the gruel for several weeks, "Waxy" was growing stronger. As wild blueberries ripened in the yard, the fledgling was transitioned to these and other berries.
The day came when it was time to test Waxy's readiness to take wing. Several semi-successful attempts were followed by one during which Waxy joined the local flock of waxwings. For nearly a week, the sociable little bird made occasional visits to receive hand-fed treats. Finally, it permanently joined the flock, which has since begun its journey to warmer climes—a satisfying ending for all.


text:
Although the rains helped, more will be needed to catch the state up to something resembling normal conditions said Dr. Travis Miller, AgriLife Extension agronomist and Texas A&M University soil and crop sciences associate department head.
"We're still in widespread drought," Miller said. "The rains we got mid-July were fairly extensive, and yes, they'll make a difference. We're seeing some grass and hay made on it. It will certainly improve the cotton crop and the sorghum crop in the Plains. In South Central Texas, the grain crops are already made. They're harvesting corn right now, but we'll make some cotton off the rain."
The rains were unseasonable for late July as the period is usually one of the driest times of the year, he said.
He also said it's important to remember that drought is a measure of how much below average moisture an area has received over a longer time than just a few weeks — usually three to six months. And much of the state has had from only 25-75 percent of normal precipitation over the last six months.
Still, the rains certainly helped many crops, particularly cotton in the High Plains and South Central Texas, though the crop remains late, he said.
"We got a very late start (with cotton)," Miller said. "As you remember, we had an unusually cool and very dry spring. A lot of cotton was planted late, right at the crop insurance cut-off date. Then the Plains had high winds and hail that damaged seedling cotton in some locations."
He also noted a significant increase in sorghum acres this year, not only because of the re-plantings to lost cotton acres, but because of favorable prices.
AgriLife Extension district reporters compiled the following summaries:
Coastal Bend
The harvesting of corn resumed after last week's rains. Earlier-planted cotton benefited from the recent rains. Cotton was filling bolls.
The rain also helped pastures, and some were nearly ready for a second cutting of hay. Rice was heading, with some producers already harvesting.
Water quality for livestock was an issue in some areas because of low ponds. Some cases of prussic acid toxicity in cattle on Johnson grass were reported.
The northern part of the region received more rain, from scattered showers to three inches and more in some areas. Ranchers in those areas reported an increase in stock-tank water levels, as well as improved rangeland and pastures.
The eastern part of the region did not receive much rain, except for Jim Wells County, which got 3.5 inches. The remainder of the region was rainless but with high humidity, and windy with 90-100 degrees and above temperatures.
Rangeland and pastures were reported to be in fair to good condition in most of the northern region, fair in the eastern and western parts of the region, and mostly poor in the southern parts of the region. Supplemental feeding increased, and cattle body condition scores remained fair.
In Atascosa County, peanuts were in good condition, corn was silked, doughed and dented, with 90 percent of the crop mature. Sorghum and cotton crops in that county were in fair condition.
In Frio County, the corn harvest slowed, and sorghum was beginning to mature. In Jim Wells County, the few row crops that remained were sesame, sunflowers and guar. Production estimates were difficult to accurately predict, but producers expected moderate yields.
In Maverick County, seedless watermelons and onions were good.
In Zavala County, corn was drying down and in good condition as a result of extremely hot temperatures, and pecans were progressing well with little insect pressure. Also in that county, early planted corn was being harvested, but the harvest of the rest of the crop was a week to 10 days away.
Cotton in Cameron and Hidalgo counties was being defoliated, with picking expected to begin soon. In Starr County, hay and sorghum harvesting wound down.


text:
Fall 2013 Assessment Day
Fri, 23 Aug 2013 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Fall 2013 Assessment Day will be held on Friday, August 23rd. All first year students are required to participate.
Assessments begin promptly at 10 am (morning session) and 2 pm (afternoon session), so you should arrive 15 minutes prior to your scheduled time. You have been assigned to a testing location based on the last two digits of your JMU student ID number. To determine the time and location at which you will be completing your assessments, visit http://www.jmu.edu/assessment/JMUAssess/Aday_Upcoming.htm.
IMPORTANT! Do not bring cell phones, smartphones, PDAs, photographic or other electronic devices (e.g. mp3 players, cameras, calculators, hand-held gaming systems) to the assessment room. Use of such devices is strictly prohibited. Students who bring such devices will be dismissed from the assessment session and referred to Judicial Affairs. Students dismissed from the session will have a hold placed on their record and will be required to attend a make-up assessment session at a later date.
If you have additional questions about Assessment Day, please visit http://www.jmu.edu/assessment/JMUAssess/Aday_Upcoming.htm or contact email@example.com.


text:
According to tweets from both Matt Gelb and Todd Zolecki, Carlos Ruiz has been suspended 25 games for the use of amphetamines, specifically Adderall.
In his story, Gelb says "the suspension was triggered by Ruiz's second positive test for the stimulant." The Phillies will be without him until April 28 and it will cost him about $750,000 in salary.
He's the second high-profile Phillie nailed this year for the use of a banned substance, with Freddy Galvis being the first during the summer. This one might catch some people by surprise, although Ruiz did have by far his best season as a major leaguer.
Are you shocked by this? Do you care if Ruiz has illegally taken Adderall as a way to get through a long season?
The Phillies issued this statement regarding the suspension:
"The Phillies fully support Major League Baseball's Drug Program. We are disappointed by the news of this violation of the program. We will support Carlos in an appropriate manner and move forward to achieve our goal to play championship-caliber baseball in 2013."
Updated, 5:05pm: Here is Chooch's statement, via Jayson Stark of ESPN:
"I am sincerely regretful for my mistake in taking a prohibited stimulant. I apologize to my teammates, the Phillies organization, and the Philadelphia fans. I will serve the imposed 25-game suspension to begin the season and I look forward to returning to the field and working toward bringing a championship back to Philadelphia in 2013."
0 Comments
Does Chooch have adult ADD?
Its nothing that did not happen pre steroids most ball players were on uppers
Adderall? Really?Did he have an exam to study for? It is not a performance enhancing drug and Chooch is still the shit!
Ya right, next you'll be posting that Santa is not real too…
How could you, Choochie!
no bueno.
Any word of an appeal??
The Phillies statement along with the Ruiz statement are pretty much the standard press releases after a drug violation.
Some of PN's older readers may remember the 1980 Phillies amphetamine saga: http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/vault/article/magazine/MAG1124212/index.htm
No question he was seeing the ball a lot better. Disappointing. Wonder if he will return to his lifetime avgs. Phils would have liked to know before putting down $5 million. IT IS a PED, Second test! That is really stupid.
Last year, May or soi, when the Mets were having their way with the Phils, on I guess a Mets blog, there were some comments about Chooch and how could he not be playing so well all of a sudden without the aid of something. I'd call it a shot in the dark, but it was worth a pause for thought. It's really too bad.
I didn't post it a couple weeks back when Tom Verducci wrote an SI.com piece on the new wave of steroids because not only do I not have much interest in that subject, but I assume others don't. But if you are interested, though I never read the piece, the criminals are trying to stay ahed of the posse still. Can't say Im surprised.
I guess I don't really care, but the statement attributed to Chooch doesn't sound to moving. Yeah, he owned up to what he did, but I assume he knew what he was doing.
I care, but I don't care, ya know?
I don't care that he took it. I do care that he got caught because of the negative impact on the team being without him for the first 25 games. Maybe a 25 game vacation at the beginning of the season will keep him fresh and he won't need Adderall to get through the season.
It's kind of dumb to get nailed on a SECOND violation. They let you off on the first one, and then you go do it again. Duh…
Anyone know what a TUE is? Some sort of permission?
In Gelb's piece it says-
"Two Phillies currently on the 40-man roster, Kevin Frandsen and Zach Collier, were suspended in the minors for using Ritalin and Adderall, respectively. Both have since sought TUEs for ADHD."
I'm pissed at Ruiz, I can't be a phony and contradict myself. I was pissed about Melky Cabrera and Ryan Braun, and I am just as pissed about Galvis and Ruiz too. I know these amphetamines were rampant in Schmidt's days, he freely admits that, but now you can't do this stuff anymore. Baseball has made it clear, unless you really are ADHD, you just can't. If you do, you are cheating.
Therapeutic Use Exemption.
Thanks Schmenkman, seemed logical, I just couldn't figure out the acronym.
Let's face it..bottom line…he was busted for doing speed not for some dietary powder from GNC. And for a second time? REALLY stupid! Yeah, you can argue that technically Adderall isn't speed. But, its a performance enhancer that is for sure. And, it's prohibited and that's that.
Already a bad omen for 2013…what will be next?
I think we should rescind the college degrees of everyone who took Adderall as a "study aid" because that's totally unfair to all the other kids who took those tests naturally.
Two questions: First, the suspension is unpaid, right?
Is the money not paid then not counted towards the Luxury tax line?
I say MLB doesn't go far enough! When are they gonna get around to banning all stimulants? I mean, we can't have these drug fiends downing a few extra-strength lattes with a Red Bull chaser just to get an edge, you know? I demand they crack down on this scourge of cheating!
That said, while I think the rules against "banned substances" are completely idiotic, it's also stupid to get caught a second time, although we don't know the exact situation involved here so it's hard fire up my righteous indignation meter too high. (Galvis, for example, said his steroid levels were miniscule, at which concentrations it's technically possible to ingest banned substances inadvertently in other meals/supplements/etc.)
I've always thought the banned substances rules were ridiculous, too. Given the amount of hormones and additives pumped into cattle probably anyone could test positive for something after eating a large steak dinner. There are also "organic" teas which can produce some strange things that show up in urine. Someone from a foreign country may inadvertently consume banned substances taking medicine for some health condition, because some of those countries are lax in their regulations.
The other thing that burns me up about the testing is that the actual substances and amounts are rarely identified. Taking something to keep from falling apart from exhaustion is therefore lumped with Steroids, HGH, and anything else. The player who's taken an upper (and we all take them, from Red Bull to coffee, to Cola) is shunned by the public just as much as the one who has beefed himself up with hormones and steroids.
George, I don't think I've ever agreed with you more.
Phillies sign Humberto Quintero to minor league deal. Maybe as a direct result of this?
I don't like drug use, but at the same time, I don't like the testing, either. It seems to pick out some rather minor offenses and doesn't seem to recognize the term "false positive." The only appeal ever won (Braun) was pretty bogus, and busting people for GNC's umarked ingredients (Romero) was plain BS.
That said, when a person is warned about something and does it again, it is totally stupid, disgusting, and uncalled for. Ruiz should be ashamed of himself, and that didn't really come through in his statement, which was no more than the standard malarky spouted by every other violator of the rules. If he truly had regrets, he should have heeded the first warning about this banned substance.
So they should allow players to buy unmarked bottles at GNC lol…that's like saying I didn't know what was in that pill I bought from that guy or I didn't know what he was shooting into my ass, I didn't ask.
This is the dumbest thing I've heard today. Ryan Braun used actual steroids or HGH/whatever that is actually cheating and didn't get suspended a game because of some loophole in the amount of days the evidence took to ship, and now Chooch who is a great guy, hard worker and good teammate loses out on not only a lot of money with a contract year coming up, but 25 games for something stupid like Adderall which I am prescribed and take every day for "Adult ADD" for college and the only advantage I could possibly think of this giving a player is during the long haul of a season especially catching everyday, to just have a little extra energy to make it through the day and be at your best, not to "hit the ball better with super focus or w.e" or add power because that's ridiculous. Chooch works his tail off if he wants a little extra energy to make it through the day so when he gets home he can still give it to his wife or gf without passing out then by all means he deserves it, his only mistake was not going to any doctor with a hand to write him a script for it. If I can get it very easily in the state of PA, I am sure as heck that Chooch can get it legally as well.
Nick: the dosages you're prescribed aren't anywhere near the dosages one would be taking to increase athletic performance. Not really an apt comparison, unless you're abusing the stuff.
so why do you think you have to get a prescription for it and it's not available OTC.
Because we live in a paternalistic society?
WTF ! the phils are jinxed, the eagles, the flyers, the sixers. i don't know man. i go to bed thinking WTF i wake up and think WTF ! and just when you think everything has fallen and you say to yourself what the heck else could happen now? that's when you stub you toe on the coffee table and your wife sarcastically says THAT's what could happen! and you think WTF !
This was sad news for my entire family. My wife wants to set fire to her Chooch jersey and somehow I had to explain to my kids what Chooch did. He has truly been a hero and role model to my kids and this was just difficult news for them to hear. It's disappointing to us since he knew and understood the rules, but still went ahead and broke them. Will this consequence be enough to make him stop or could he possibly be addicted?
Will the fans still chant CHOOOOOOOCH when he returns or could he possibly be booed for a bit?
Uhhhh… I think waaaaaay too much is being made of this. While probably a dumb thing he did since he was caught before…. this in NOT the end of the world as we know it. And I'm pretty sure that CHOOOOOOOCH will be heard loud and clear during gane #26 of the season. Oh, and tell your wife that if she really wants to burn her Ruiz jersey that I'll take it instead. I'm not gonna let a few ADD pills get in the way of rooting for one of the greatest Phillies of our generation.
I agree with Chuck here, RBNJ.
You guys are going a bit overboard on this. As I stated above, I'm pissed about it, but only because it has the "potential" to hurt the team for the first 25 games. Tell her to keep the Jersey (or give it to Chuck), she'll be glad she did.
Sure the fans will still chant Chooch. And in other circumstances now, he'll hear some wrath rather than get an automatic pass. At least he will unless he does better than a stoick press release "apologizing," if you wanna call it that.
Let's assume there's something deeper than surface pain that lasts beyond a day in your family regarding disappointment in Chooch. There's a silver lining in many clouds. A valuble lesson can come out of this. If you choose to idolize a public image, understand that it's a public image, and you subject yourself to the disppointments that might come out of it.
I don't think people are going overboard in their disappointment. But that doesn't have to be a long term thing. I'd be wary, more than quick to byoass the anger knowing I'll be as fired up about Chooch so fast. I will, but it's stupid to look to that point so fast. Bases loaded, playoffs on the line, what am I gonna do, thnk uppers? It'll pass when it's time.
Rat Bastard a birth certificate name, or nickname?
"It masks fatigue, masks pain, increases arousal — like being in The Zone," Wadler told Stone."It increases alertness, aggressiveness, attention and concentration. It improves reaction time, especially when fatigued. Some think it enhances hand-eye coordination. Some believe it increases the mental aspects of performance."
Wadler, an associate professor of medicine at Hofstra North Shore-LIJ School of Medicine, described Adderall as "one of the quintessential performance-enhancing drugs. There's no question it's a performance-enhancing drug."
I'm a baseball fan, not a drug student, so I ask this with limited interest, but from the description in Jeff's post preceding the link, if this drug is so helpful, how's it only get ya 25 games instead of 50? It sounds like a real enhancer to me.
I would guess that it's because it's been fairly recent that athletes have begun using Adderall as a PED. MLB drug testing and punishments will always be an evolving process and is usually only modified with each CBA. There's always a newer drug right around the corner.
The better answer is because "steroids" carry a stigma that "stimulants" don't to the average fan, and that's what MLB's drug policy is intended to do; allay the fears of the casual fan who thinks some of this stuff is somehow cheating. Stimulants have been around for decades, and MLB players have been using them for as long as they've been around. "Greenies" were endemic throughout the the last 40 years of baseball.
There is no real logical reason for it other than that. There's actually very little proof that steroids actually enhance performance, yet they're treated as if they're some sort of magic elixir. It's silly.
It's silly? So everything Bonds, McGwire, and Sosa did is legitimate??
Bonds and Sosa, along with Clemens, are on the HOF ballot. I say if Ty Cobb can kill a man and Shoeless Joe Jackson can help overthrow a World Series … then these guys, along with McGwire, et al should be voted in.
Of course, Shoeless Joe is banned, too but that's stupid in my opinion as well. One talented dude.
Tyrus Raymin "Killer" Cobb.
I've read a lot on Cobb over the years. That's a good article, Ken. Man was nuts!
Yes, Jeff, the things Sosa, MacGuire, Clemens et. al. did were certainly legitimate. Barry Bonds is unequivocally the greatest hitter of our generation, and perhaps of all time. They outperformed their peers, many of whom were taking the same substances, and they did it against pitchers, many of whom were taking the same substances.
If steroids make you a much better player, why didn't pitching records start to fall in the early 2000s, when the HR records did? (It's likely the ball, not the athletes, was juiced is why: http://deadspin.com/5937432/was-mlbs-juiced-era-actually-a-juiced+ball-era )
Eric Gagne said 80% of his Dodger teammates were using steroids. Is that not a level playing field, if everyone is doing it? ( http://hardballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/09/26/eric-gagne-says-80-percent-of-his-dodgers-teammates-used-steroids/ )
Anyway, if you don't think the things those players did are legitimate, I invite you take some steroids, maybe some HGH, and try out for a major league squad and let us all know how you did.
Much as I got a kick out of watching Sammy Sosa's act and results at the time, any mention of possible extraneous factors counting toward home run records getting blitzed has to include the fact that The Slammin' One got caught with a corked bat. Now of course he was only caught once, just like Orenthal was only caught whacking a wife once, so it's silly to presume The Juice (what a nicely coincidental nickname) iced anyone else during his days as a free man.
It's amazing, the common denominator of the subjects in this thread. We move from Killer OJ to would be killer Cobb, which came up off the would be felon Shoeless Joe. Joe, of course, talent wise, is a unanimous HOF guy to everyone, even though none of us saw him play. And I'm on board with that as well. But in looking at the back of his baseball card, despite all sorts of tremendous marks, and I understand the era, but it is totally weird to see only 52 career rips. Four straight years of 1.000 plus OPS ina prime that included 4 straight .551 or more slug pct years, but only 52 career dingers. Boy, does that show how freaking awesome The Babe was.
Having seen the thread go from Chooch on a Phillies blog to regurgitating the Bonds-Sosa-Clemens debate, I'd like to tie it into yesterday's already controversial HOF ballot, results to be announced come January. This is a Phillie story, though you have to have a memory to remember Curt (known in some circles as "Dinner For One" because he yakked so much that he didn't need a conversation partner) Schilling who was a True Phillie because he played for both the Phils and Astros, thee prereq for being a True Phillie.
Schill, early on was a debatable candidate for a long term career, and NOT a HOF debate. If fhe does get voted in, he would make for an interesting secndary debate about which cap gets plaque honors. He pitched for some Phillie clubs that produced memoirs of the 1973 10-9-8-76ers (9 up, 73 down), later joined forces to gain a ring with Randay Johnson in an imitation of the Koufax-Drysdale tandem that might have superceded the original version, and sported blood on a sock that capped a sweep after coming back from the run of the mill drill of trailing the Yanks 3-0 in ALCS play. Not to mentiona 2nd curse breaking Rewd Sox ring 3 years later. So the argument is valid for any of 3 choices.
But will he get in and allow for the 2nd debate??
First step to gaining Hall entry from borderline status isself cionfidence. Graceful campaigning might be second.. In the past, when asked about Hall candidacy, Old Dinner For One would tersely and directly offer, "No!" when asked if he thought he had a shot. The career wins are kinda low, but the peripherals validate Curt's terrific career, and it was marked with the several post season ventures, mostly heroic. He's hardly a first ballot shoo in, but far more debatable than "NO!." And if you don't believe in yourself, who ya gonna call?
Still not shy to offer opinions, Schilling offered up some views on the announced ballot yesterday. The lack of enthusiasm for the steroiud classmates was honest, but perhaps politically, Schill might have been better off with the graceful campaigning part of the script, dodging the subject, pointing out it wasn't his vote. Instead, he was not hesitant to denounce the roid boy cause for all the reasons we've heard about cheaters. But when the subject came to him, it was good to see Curt having graduated from a point where he had NO'd his way to believing he was anti-Schilling.
This time, Schilling was a little more open minded… Here's what he said, via Hardball Talk.
As for his own candidacy, Schilling wasn't making any guesses. He's considered a borderline candidate by many and said it's too hard to predict a process Schill called "schizophrenic."
"I honestly have no idea," he said. "I haven't won a game or struck out a hitter in five years. I did what I did. I had a chance and I interacted with a lot of guys over the years in the media that voted for the Hall of Fame and it's schizophrenic in many ways.
"Unfortunately there are people that take this process as a personal platform to write an article. I know a writer who did not vote for Nolan Ryan to protest Don Sutton not getting in the first time. I know of writers that have intentionally not voted for players they didn't like."
I like that aspect of the approach better. Not a whole lot, mind you. Hopefully, it helps him get in. Even if he dons a Dback, or Red Sox cap, at least the '93 Phils would have representation in C'town. You'd rather have the ring and never had to face Joe Carter, but it's not a terrible consolation prize. I doubt a humity presentation would spur Curt on. He was terrific, and thatshould be accented.
I simply couldn't go away your web site before suggesting that I really loved the usual info an individual supply on your guests? Is gonna be again ceaselessly to investigate cross-check new posts
Office Professional 2010 software programs improves the network-friendly includes, enables families to train on a web browser through the The web running Microsoft Word, Excel, Microsoft Office Project 2010, Office Access 2010, Office Outlook 2010 as well as other apps, and may also concurrently view Office Professional forms with the help of several other visitors. Also are provided with free of cost advertising, on the web variation for Office 2010. Microsoft is likewise advertising fog up processing release from the Exchange e-mail software system along with Ms Office Standard SharePoint relationship software program. Home and Business Office 2010's Bow throughout Office Standard 2007's Ribbon depending on look, lots of the Ribbon districts, themes, resources can be custom made.


text:
McKibben: Middlebury divestment the right thing'Nancie Battaglia Photo
Scholar in residence Bill McKibben says Middlebury College should green its investment portfolio as well as its campus.
MIDDLEBURY Middlebury College recently joined a growing number of higher education institutions when it announced this month that it would investigate divesting from fossil fuel companies.
In what many people consider a good sign for the growing movement in favor of divesting from fossil fuel companies, Middlebury College President Ronald Liebowitz said in a campuswide email that he looks forward to engaging the community on an issue of great interest and import to the college and its many constituents.
A look at divestment must include the consequences, both pro and con, of such a direction, including how likely it will be to achieve the hoped-for results and what the implications might be for the college, for faculty, staff and individual students, Liebowitz wrote.
The colleges announcement comes in the wake of a protest by Middlebury students who, through a hoax news release before a visit by the Dalai Lama, sought to engage students and raise awareness about the colleges investment practices.
In his email, Liebowitz also revealed that about 3.6 percent of the colleges $900 million endowment about $32 million is directly invested in companies related to fossil fuels. He said less than 1 percent of the endowment is directly invested in defense and arms manufacturing.
The management of Middleburys endowment is complex and has evolved over time, Liebowitz wrote. We are part of a consortium with other colleges and foundations whose pooled resources are invested in a number of funds-of-funds and therefore the college is very limited in either selecting or deleting any particular investment within its overall portfolio.
Liebowitz went on to say that despite those limitations, he has instructed its investment firm Investure to follow environmental, social and corporate governance principles. He added that the college will host a series of panels with its investment firm, investment managers and Bill McKibben, a scholar in residence at Middlebury who has promoted the movement of divestment by colleges.
McKibben, who founded the sustainability organization 350.org, said Middleburys decision is the right thing they should be doing.
If you are going to green the campus, it makes sense that you should green the portfolio, he said, referring to Middleburys commitment to becoming carbon-neutral by 2016.
The growing movement seeking that colleges divest themselves of investments in fossil fuel companies is still in its early stages and modeled after the 1980s anti-apartheid movement that helped politically weaken South Africas white-supremacist government, McKibben said.
Campaigns at more than 100 colleges and universities are protesting their colleges investments going to large fossil fuel companies like ExxonMobil, Shell and BP.
Unity College in Maine adopted a policy of working with its investment firm to minimize all holdings in coal, oil and gas stocks. The administration at Hampshire College in Massachusetts also approved a policy of investing in environmentally responsible companies.
At the University of Vermont, students this fall were very vocal in demanding the board of trustees sell its shares of fossil fuel companies.
Students are particularly suited to think about this, McKibben said. We are very hopeful that trustees will take all of this into consideration.
McKibben said colleges divesting from fossil fuels will not bankrupt big fuel companies overnight but will challenge the morals behind their political power.
Its still very much in the early stages, he said. Hopefully it will reduce their credibility and political power. We want to do what we did to Philip Morris.
email@example.com IN Vermont NewsMONTPELIER Rep. Peter Welch, D-Vt. Full StoryVermont Attorney General Bill Sorrell plans to join the U.S. Full StoryAs Rutland prepares to welcome Syrian refugees to its community, some are continuing to voice... Full Story
- Most Popular
- Most Emailed


text:
Enter your Email Address and click 'Continue' Example: email@example.com For further assistance in retrieving your
password, please call:
(800) 770-3387 Submit Cancel Forgot Password Close /TravelSmith/US/Global/Popups/forgot_password Enter your email address
false pdp {"scheme":"product1_cr"}
false pdp {"scheme":"product2_cr"}
Rated 3.8 out of 5 by 69 reviewers.
Rated 5 out of 5 by charnyc Practical Purchase! It's amazing how much you can stuff this little bag. It is well organized and very lightweight.....but the best part of all is that it really does fit under the airplane seat! And even if you opt to store it in the overhead bin, it can fit almost anywhere. Great peace of mind when everyone is using carry ons. Also great for a sprint from terminal to terminal. Very happy with this purchase. The only reason I gave it 4 stars is because the handle could be a bit tighter - it was slightly wobbly, but that didn't impair its performance. March 26, 2010
Rated 5 out of 5 by jewelrylady12 Great Bag I received this bag on Friday, 4/16/10. Although I haven't traveled with it as yet, it was delivered to my office, giving me the chance to wheel it home. I found the zippers to be very sturdy as well as the wheels and handle. I used it to put packages in it and found it to have ample room. I am sure that this bag will be very servicable when I do travel with it. April 19, 2010
Rated 5 out of 5 by floridagardener compact and functional This is a great little bag. Small enough to handle easily and VERY functional. Holds more that you think! May 7, 2010
Rated 5 out of 5 by medcruiser exactly what I wanted I was amazed when I received the bag and opened it that it had so many internal organizational features. There were pockets and zippers everywhere. There were no problems with the zippers as initially reported. It is exactly for which I was looking as a carry-on for medicine and change of clothing. I have not traveled with it yet and cannot verify if it fits under the seat though it seems to be the right size to do so. The tote bag was an extra bonus. May 11, 2010
Rated 5 out of 5 by 81147 Excellent Bag For years, my carry on bag did not have wheels. I finally got tired of carrying a heavy bag through the airport on layovers and decided to get this bag. I love it. I've used it at least a dozen times and have had no quality problems whatsoever. It's well organized and contrary to another reviewer, I've not had trouble putting in at my feet, although I usually put it above my seat. It's well balanced, has secure inside pockets for liquids when not travelling by air, and holds everything I need for travel. June 9, 2010
Rated 5 out of 5 by Staciesmom Smart Purchase I bought this underseat carry-on bag and after only two plane trips, think it's been a very worthwhile purchase. It easily fits underneath the seat in front of you (unless you fly Alaska and sit in the aisle seat; these are very narrow and cannot fit this bag underneath the seat in front of you). I used it to store my flat iron and mini hair dryer and books and magazines plus lots of other things. It has many compartments and zippered areas to use. And when you want to get into it mid-flight, you can easily roll it out and retrieve whatever you need. June 9, 2010
Rated 5 out of 5 by Delon It is a very nice looking piece of luggage. I have not used it yet but it seems to be quite sturdy. I was very pleased with it and I'm sure it will be just fine when I am travelling. June 10, 2010
Rated 5 out of 5 by indytraveler great purchase This holds more than it appears and fits neatly under the airline seats. Loved the convenience and can use it as an overnight bag as well! Used it to travel between cities on the trains in Europe and it worked perfectly. June 10, 2010
Product:1560-Travelon Underseater Carry-On Bag


text:
Jennie Tebler is the enchanting and magical Swedish vocalist.
She has the ability to reach your heart & soul with her lyrics. In 2005 she released the emotional single -Silverwing - Song To Hall Up High.
In 2006 she released the single -Between Life And Death - Never Stop Crying. During that work she hooked up with Fredrik Rhodin and Kent Jädestam. Now they have started the new band Jennie Teblers Out Of Oblivion.
Their first fullength album - Till Death Tear Us Part - is an intriguing and addictive journey through metals all spectras, Lyrics by Jennie Tebler Music by Kent Jädestam and Fredrik Rhodin Vocal Arrangements by Jennie Tebler Recorded in Diezeldogs Studio From Hell 2007- 2008 Mixed by Jennie Tebler, Kent Jädestam, Fredrik Rhodin and Pelle Saether in Underground Studio, Västerås Sweden 2008 Produced by Jennie Tebler, Kent Jädestam and Fredrik Rhodin Mastered By Peter in de Betou in Stockholm Sweden 2008
1. Brand New Start
2. Demons Ode
3. Queen Of Ice
4. Life Full Of Lies
5. Never stop Crying
6. Mistake
7. Succubus
8. Encanted
9. Release Me
10. Between Life and Death


text: J.P. Morgan Battles Coal Miners in 1902 (3) tv-pg Play video Select your TV provider to log in to have full access to videos Select your TV provider See all providers Don't see your TV provider? Learn more You can access this video on the free HISTORY® app. *You must verify your TV provider towatch this video on the App Your Parental Control settings do not allow you to view this content. J.P. Morgan Battles Coal Miners in 1902 (3 min) tv-pg Industrial tycoon J.P Morgan takes on the striking miners in 1902.


text:
Graham--Enterprising Investor Screen
Passing Companies
Screening Criteria
Value investing is an approach that is widely used today by individual investors and portfolio managers. But the approach was originally formulated some 60 years ago with the publishing of Graham and Dodd's college textbook "Security Analysis." Benjamin Graham (May 8, 1894 - Sept 21, 1976) is properly credited as one of the "fathers" of value investing. And reviewing the philosophy of the originators can often prove enlightening.
Graham's approach focused on the concept of an intrinsic value that is justified by a firm's assets, earnings, dividends, and financial strength. Focusing on this value, he felt will prevent an investor from being misled by the misjudgments often made by the market during periods of deep pessimism or euphoria.
For investors to have a reasonable chance of better than average results, they must follow policies that are inherently sound and promising, yet different from the policies followed by most investors or speculators. Graham warned that buying a neglected, and therefore undervalued, security for profit generally proves to be a protracted and patience-trying experience. However, the possibility of extraordinary gains only exists when the investor disagrees with market.
While our stock screen covers the analysis and selection of stocks, it is important to keep in mind that Graham's analysis of stocks is framed by the construction and balance of a stock and bond portfolio. A neutral portfolio position will have half of the portfolio in stocks and half in bonds. The proportion can fluctuate from a minimum position of 25% to a maximum position of 75% depending upon the attractiveness of stocks relative to bonds.
Graham outlined his philosophy for lay investors in his book "The Intelligent Investor," first written in 1947 and updated periodically.
…To read more, please become an AAII member or login.


text:
♥ Cervelli Tastes Victory ♥ And I Love Him ♥
My Cervelli Came Through; I Love Him All Over Again
I was going to go to bed. But then I decided I would watch the rest of the game. Jeez, I am glad I did. The Yankees were indeed the Drama Club last night. And my baby was right in the middle of it. What a great moment. The Yankees won in walkoff fashion 5-4.
Pitching Analysis: Chad Gaudin started in place of Andy Pettitte last night, and he actually was pretty good. He went 5 & 2/3 innings of 3-run ball. For an emergency start by Chad Gaudin, I would say that is pretty good. Overall, Chad has performed well in pinstripes. The Yankees have won every start he pitched. Although he is not the hottest-looking guy like Mitre, I still love him. I can't help it. Nice job, Chad! He needs an endearing nickname…Chaddy-waddy! Hmm…I guess that works for now.
Marte, Bruney, Coke, Hughes, and Mo finished out the game. Bruney was not too good. He failed to get an out and he allowed a run. Mo got the win. The pitchers did a nice job last night.
Defensive Analysis: The defense was pretty solid last night. Jeter made an error, but whatever. I still think he should win the Gold Glove, along with the rest of the Yankee infield. All of them are fabulous. Arod made a nice play in the 1st. Aaron Hill hit a sharp liner to Alex's right, and he leaned over, fell a bit, and caught the ball. The "Hot Corner." I think Arod does a nice job over there.
Offensive Analysis: The Yankees jumped out to an early lead in the 1st. Jeet led off with a walk, and Texy-wexy's RBI double brought Jeter around to score. Matsui then knocked in Tex for a RBI of his own. 2-0 Yankees. The Yankee bats were silent for a long time. In the 8th, Matsui provided a spark. He hit a 2-run homer to tie the game at 4! Yankee Stadium magic!!! The Yankees were alive. 4-4.
Godzilla gives Yanks the chance for a walkoff.
The 9th is my favorite part. I am so glad I watched!!! Brett Gardner led off with a single and stole second. Jeter moved him over to third with a ground out. And then….then my baby came up….Francisco Cervelli…I was so excited that he rejoined the team as a September callup…but he never played…he never even started a game…but last night he got a chance… With a 1-2 count, I was beginning to doubt Cervelli's chances. I really wanted him to be the hero. So Cervy delivered.
That's my boy!♥!♥!♥
Francisco ripped a single into right field, which brought home Gardner, and brought out the Yankee dugout. And it brought out my screams of joy. Cervelli was so genuinely happy. He ran into right field, because he knew Melky and Cano were going to pummel him. It was beautiful to watch my love celebrate. He went over to Kim Jones, and asked, "Where is A.J.?" Aw. Don't worry, he's comin', baby. As Kim asked Cervelli questions, A.J. stealthily approached. WHAM! The pie met Cervelli's adorable face, and he put his hands up in the air, proud to be pied. He said, "Ohh, I love the moment" with the cutest accent and smile. Cervelli then licked a bit of the cream that was on his face, and said it tasted good. That's the taste of victory, my love. It always tastes good.
Aw…his first taste of victory pie…I think I'm going to cry…I am so proud of him!!!
I think Francisco Cervelli deserves much more playing time. You all saw what he did last night. No offense to Molina, but do you think he would have done that? I don't. Cervelli's enthusiasm and his way of playing the game brings a spark to the club. I hope he remains a Yankee forever. It would be unwise for the Yankees to let him go.
What a game. What a game, what a game, what a game! Tuesday night, my Yankee-crush failed. But last night, my Yankee-crush succeeded. I am so proud and happy for Cervelli. Words can't describe the emotions I felt when he won it for us. The heroes are Hideki Matsui, for his clutchness, Brett Gardner, for that timely stolen base, and my love, Francisco Cervelli, for obvious reasons. The Smelly Sox who cheat at Fenway won also, but I don't give a sh!t. Nothing can dampen my spirits after last night's game. Nothing at all. My Yanks are off tonight, which means I am doing a cutie post tomorrow. I promise I will do one. Tomorrow is Friday, and I will have all the time in the world to do it.
Ahh….Life is sweet….and the taste of victory makes it even sweeter. GO YANKEES!!!
7 Comments
Your sweetheart really came through last night. It was so much fun watching him run away from Cano, Melky and the others as they came running out of the dugout to jump up on him. Hilarious! And a great win for the Yanks as they head west to my part of the country. I sure hope they do well here.
I like the way he ran!! : ) Trying to run from the pie in the eye.. then realizing.. that's what he wanted! Great game. Great Hit . Great post.
Aw, Virginia! Your boo boo came through in the clutch! I can imagine how happy you are/were! I was smiling from ear to ear and laughing so hard when he started running into right field – too funny! He deserved the pie in the face, no doubt about it. Too bad these next games aren't in the Bronx – I'd love to have some more pie action. All I know is that our boys better get it going in the west, 'cause we won't have the walk-off to fall back on!
Last night was great! When I saw who was coming up in the bottom of the ninth, I wanted Cervelli to get a chance so much. Of course, I would have loved for Jeter to get pied too (or Brett, for that matter… I wanted a win in any way), but maybe that will come later! When he came up to bat, I wanted it so badly for him. I was so excited for Cervelli. To see his enthusiasm and energy and love for the game is just great. Hopefully, we will see him in pinstripes for a long, long time.
After your description, I just got to watch the highlights and hear that accent from your cutie.
Virginia, that look on Cervelli's face is priceless. Good luck to your guys and my guys too!!


text:
full size
Product Details
Adidas's world-famous indoor performance soccer shoe—the Gazelle—is a new score for us and we couldn't be more excited. With its retro-cool palette of white stripes against a navy soft suede upper, it's sure to be their wardrobe MVP (whether they're dribbling downfield or kicking it on the playground). Sizes K8-K10 have Velcro® closure even small hands can fasten. Sizes K11-K13, K1-K2 have tie closure. Online only.
Size & Fit Details


text:
Hittable Halladay
It's official; Roy Halladay can be hit. The Giants became the first team of 2010 to get to Halladay last night when they won the first of a three-game series with the Phillies by a score of 1-5. We already knew that Halladay is human, so perfection cannot be expected from him every time out.
Besides, he was just trying to fit in with the rest of the Phillies starters, right? 5 runs per game has been the norm around here. Take a look at the current rotations ERA:
With JA Happ and Joe Blanton on the DL, things have only been getting worse. But there is no reason for Halladay to hang his head; we all have a bad day sometimes and he has been the only consistent member of the pitching staff so far this year.
The players who should be hanging their heads are those in this suddenly sleepy offense. The only bat that showed up last night was Shane Victorino, who had 3 hits. The only other player to get a hit was Placido Polanco. But the offense did have plenty of opportunities, especially after collecting 7 walks plus Chase Utley was hit by a pitch. That was 8 free base runners. In total, they left 11 men on base.
Ben Francisco, who judging by his name should have felt quite comfortable in San Francisco, did the most damage; he left the bases loaded twice. Of course, starter Jayson Werth did him no favors either by striking out in front of Francisco twice. All these base runners and only 1 run scored? Home plate was a very lonely place last night.
There are very few positives to take out of a game like this. All we can do is hope that they recover and pound the crap out of Giants pitcher Todd Wellemeyer tonight. Wellemeyer is 0-3 on the year with an 8.16 ERA. Frankly, if they do not jump all over this guy, the Phillies should be ashamed.
So, if you can stay awake for this one, game time is 10:10pm again. Jamie Moyer will start for the Phillies. Cross your fingers…
Photos by Jenn Zambri Photography
*Read more about the Phillies at my other home page, Phightin' Phils Phorum in the My Team Rivals network*
1 Comment
It seems we are in that area of April where all aspects of the team slump, if it hadn't been for Victorino we probably wouldn't have hit in game 1 against the Giants and last night it seemed like nobody could hit and when they did, they weren't synchronized to hit in the same inning, 9 hits in 2 games, thats not good, I hope they can back-up Hamels so we don't have to suffer a sweep in San Fran…
Phillies Outside


text:
About the Resort
Welcome to the Newly Renovated Chaminade Resort & Spa in Santa Cruz, California
A Spectacular Mountaintop Retreat
The AAA Four Diamond award-winning Chaminade Resort & Spa is a spectacular mountaintop retreat in Santa Cruz. Our historic Mission-style resort overlooks sweeping views of Monterey Bay and the Santa Cruz Mountains. Chaminade is a luxurious destination for executive meetings, celebrations and getaways. Enjoy color palettes inspired by California coast, contemporary Spanish furnishings, and world-class amenities. Chaminade is just five minutes from golf courses, the beach and downtown Santa Cruz. Escape to a haven of unsurpassed service
For more information, please contact us at 831.475.5600 or click here to email us.


text:
Exclusive to Scrappin Doodles our Gingerbread Christmas Cookie Alphabet collection is full cute Christmas Cookie Alpha themed Graphics. Includes complete lower case alphabet letters A through Z in green cookie icing, common punctuation in blue cookie icing and Numbers 0-9 in yellow cookie icing with gingers (not all shown in sample). Coordinates with our Gingerbread Christmas Cookie Upper Case Alphabet. Great for craft projects, scrapbooking etc.. Graphics come in JPEG and PNG format. 300 dpi for perfect printing. I created these graphics large so they are suitable for printing and Digital Scrapbooking projects and can be easily resized smaller to suit other needs, graphics measure up to approx 7". Graphics shown at approx 9% of actual size. Original Artwork by Scrappin Doodles
Keywords: ginger, gingerbread, ginger bread, gingers, Christmas cookies, alphabet, numbers, punctuation, graphics, clipart
Product 21/60
This product was added to our catalog on Tuesday 15 November, 2011.


text:
The Count of Monte Cristo: Gankutsuou
Act 5: Do You Love Your Fianc?e?
Episode 5 | TV-MA
During a pleasure cruise arranged by the Count, a disagreement leads to a duel between Albert and Maximilien. Albert's raw emotions allow his host to grasp even more sway over his destiny.
Official Site: www.funimation.com/shows/the-count-of-monte-cristo-gankutsuouHide Details


text:
Home List of Titles Tool wear analysis in end milling of advanced ceramics with TiAlN and TiN coated carbide inserts
Please use this identifier to cite or link to this item: http://hdl.handle.net/1959.3/240053
- Title
- Tool wear analysis in end milling of advanced ceramics with TiAlN and TiN coated carbide inserts
- Author(s)
- Reddy, M. Mohan; Gorin, Alexander; Abou-El-Hossein, K. A.; Sujan, D.; Ali, M. Y.; Maleque, M. A.
- Abstract
- Advanced ceramic materials are difficult to machine by conventional methods due to the brittle nature and high hardness. The appropriate selection of cutting tool and cutting conditions may help to improve machinability by endmilling. Performance of T iAlN and T iN coated carbide tool insert in end milling of machinable glass ceramic has been investigated. Several dry cutting tests were performed to select the optimum cutting parameters for the endmilling in order to obtain better tool life. In this work, a study was carried out on the influence of cutting speed, feed rate and axial depth of cut on tool wear.The technique of design of experiments (DOE) was used for the planning and analysis of the experiments. Tool wear prediction model was developed using Response surface methodology.The results indicate that tool wear increased with increasing the cutting speed and axial depth of cut. Effect of feed rate is not much significant on selected range of cutting condition.
- Publication type
- Conference paper
- Research centre
- Swinburne University of Technology. Sarawak Campus
- Source
- Advanced Materials Research: Advances in Manufacturing and Materials Engineering: selected papers from the International Conference on Advances in Manufacturing and Materials Engineering (ICAMME 2012), Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, 03-05 July 2012, Vol. 576, pp. 76-79
- Publication year
- 2012
- FOR Code(s)
- 0912 Materials Engineering
- Keyword(s)
- Advanced ceramics; Cutting speed; Cutting tools; End milling; Tool wear
- Publisher
- Trans Tech Publications
- 1022-6680 (series ISSN)
- 9783037854983, 3037854987
- Publisher URL
- Copyright
- Copyright © (2012) Trans Tech Publications, Switzerland.
- Peer reviewed


text:
It isn't every day that you can see a photography exhibit, raise money for a hospice and have your picture taken with a drag queen.
So goes the plan tonight at Spinelli's Deli, 767 Neil Ave.
A photographer, Frank Tuttle, will present more than 20 portraits of cancer survivors, some with their caregivers, in an exhibit called "Survivors, Fighters and Supporters."
The event will raise money for OhioHealth Kobacker House, a 24-bed hospice at 800 McConnell Dr.
In exchange for donations, Tuttle will photograph people who want to pose with Vivian Von B. — the stage name (slightly truncated so I don't scandalize the fainthearted) of Jeff, a Columbus drag queen and a friend to deli owner Joe Spinelli.
Tuttle, Spinelli and Vivian, like most other people, have lost friends and relatives to the disease.
The show is meant to emphasize how people join in supporting a cancer patient.
"When people see this show," Tuttle said, "I want them to walk away knowing that, if they were to be diagnosed with cancer, they'll be amazed by the people who will reach out and help them get through the process."
Tuttle, also a chemistry teacher at Upper Arlington High School, met Vivian while at work on a previous exhibit featuring portraits of drag queens.
She was eager to participate in the cancer display.
"Cancer hits everybody," she said. "It doesn't matter — age, sexual orientation, gender, anything. And it has such a horrific impact in lives."
When he put out a call on Facebook for cancer survivors willing to sit for portraits, Tuttle didn't know what to expect.
"Getting in front of a camera, particularly for this topic, is very emotional," he said.
But he found many people willing to be depicted — including Amee BellWanzo and her husband, Chris Bell.
They had just set a wedding date about five years ago when BellWanzo was told she had breast cancer.
Surgery and chemotherapy followed.
"We moved the wedding back a month," she said, "so I at least would have a chance to grow an inch of hair."
BellWanzo loves the portrait because it so effectively conveys how much she relied on her husband's support during her illness.
"You don't have to have a description or anything. I've always been kind of like an advocate of breast-
cancer awareness, and I like to sort of tell a positive story of survival. So I appreciate the opportunity to tell that story."
Joe Blundo is a Dispatch columnist.


text:
By Elisabeth Mabus, Special Assistant, Office of the Deputy Assistant Secretary and Interdepartmental Liaison for Early Childhood Development
This week we launched our new webpage on how the Affordable Care Act (ACA) will impact early childhood programs like Head Start and child care. This is an exciting moment for the Administration, the Department of Health and Human Services, the Administration for Children and Families and for the country as we begin to see tangible results from years of dedicated work from every state and the federal government.
Beginning in 2014, 41.3 million uninsured Americans will have new opportunities for coverage through the Health Insurance Marketplace. The Marketplace will make it easy for you to compare qualified health plans; get answers to questions; find out if you are eligible for lower costs for private insurance or health programs like Medicaid and the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP); and enroll in health coverage that meets your needs. Children who are eligible for Medicaid and CHIP now, can begin receiving benefits before January 1.
Open enrollment in the Marketplace starts October 1, with coverage starting as soon as January 1, 2014. But we want to encourage you, your families and your businesses to visit www.HealthCare.gov or CuidadoDeSalud.gov right now to find the information you need to prepare for open enrollment.
The ACA not only expands health care, it ensures all Americans get access to better health care. Starting in 2014, women will not be charged more than men for the same level or care, and children and parents will have access to an expanded list of preventative services with no out-of-pocket expense. Immunizations; obesity screening and counseling; domestic violence screening and counseling; breast cancer screening; autism screenings; breastfeeding counseling; and other benefits will have no copay, even if you have yet to meet your deducible.
As Fall approaches and our kids head back to school and into Head Start and child care programs, we want providers, teachers, and families to feel empowered by the ACA and the Marketplaces. Healthy children, health teachers, and healthy parents all mean a better environment for learning.
Whether you are looking for information on how to inform the families and children you serve on the Marketplace, or if you are interested in how the ACA will affect your business, large or small, check out the new webpage. Get your questions answered and understand you role as we begin signing people up on October 1.
Share the news about the new webpage and help spread the excitement for the Marketplace with us! To keep up-to-date on new and exciting ACF early childhood initiatives, sign up for the Early Childhood Newsletter.


text:
Home List of Titles Chemical degradation of an uncrosslinked pure fluororubber in an alkaline environment
Please use this identifier to cite or link to this item: http://hdl.handle.net/1959.3/214373
- Title
- Chemical degradation of an uncrosslinked pure fluororubber in an alkaline environment
- Author(s)
- Mitra, Susanta; Ghanbari-Siahkali, Afshin; Kingshott, Peter; Hvilsted, Soren; Almdal, Kristoffer
- Abstract
- The chemical degradation of an uncrosslinked pure fluoroelastomer (FKM; Viton A) in an alkaline environment (10% NaOH and 80C) was investigated. Scanning electron microscopy images showed that on a microscopic level, significant degradation substantially increased the surface roughness after prolonged exposure (e.g., 12 weeks). The molecular mechanisms of the chemical degradation processes at the surface were evaluated with X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy and attenuated total reflectance/ Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy. The results revealed that the early degradation proceeded primarily via dehydrofluorination reactions, creating double bonds in the rubber backbone. This further accelerated the degradation after longer exposure times. Furthermore, the resulting double bonds underwent nucleophilic attack by an aqueous NaOH solution to form several oxygenated species. All these species ultimately recombined to form crosslinks, as evidenced by the increase in the gel fraction and surface hardness (Shore A). The pronounced effect of chemical degradation through a reduction in the thermal stability of the pure FKM rubber upon exposure was also evident from thermogravimetric analysis and differential thermogravimetry.
- Publication type
- Journal article
- Source
- Journal of Polymer Science, Part A: Polymer Chemistry, Vol. 42, no. 24 (Dec 2004), pp. 6216-6229
- Publication year
- 2004
- FOR Code(s)
- 0303 Macromolecular and Materials Chemistry; 0912 Materials Engineering
- Keyword(s)
- Alkaline environment; Attenuated total reflectance; Attenuated total reflection; Chemical degradation; Degradation; Differential thermogravimetry; Differential theromogravimetry; Fluorine containing polymers; Fluoroelastomers; Fluororubber; Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy; FT-IR; Gel fraction; Gels; Hardness; Light reflection; Scanning electron microscopy; Surface hardness (Shore A); Surface roughness; Synthetic rubber; Thermodynamic stability; Thermogravimetric analysis; X ray photoelectron spectroscopy
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons
- Publisher URL
- Copyright
- Copyright © 2004 Wiley Periodicals, Inc.
- Peer reviewed


text:
view full screen
Blue Crystal Necklace
Style: 570106417
Out of Stock
Translucent and opaque stones fall in line with polished goldtone links and baguette crystals.
- 17.75"-19.75" with extender.
- Lobster claw clasp.
- Resin and glass stones.
- Custom designed exclusively for WHBM. Handcrafted with nickel-free and lead-free metal.
Read more… Read less…