text:
DUSTED stopped by Exclaim TV for a live performance of "Property Lines" and to the Break Thru Radio studio for a Live Session and a chat with host Maia MacDonald. Watch both videos above!
Dusted New Video & Fall Tour!
The new DUSTED video for "(Into The) Atmosphere" made its debut on Pitchfork.tv today. The video is almost as dreamy & lo-fi as the song itself. Watch it above!
"(Into The) Atmosphere" appears on DUSTED's debut album, Total Dust, which is available on Deluxe CD, Limited Edition 180-g maroon colored LP, and Premium Digital (MP3, FLAC) in our HDD ONLINE STORE.
PERFUME GENIUS w/ DUSTED TOUR
10.02 Minneapolis MN : Bryant Lake Bowl
10.03 Chicago IL : Logan Square Auditorium
10.05 Toronto ON : 918 Bathurst Space
10.06 Montreal QC : Il Motore
10.07 Somerville MA : Johnny D's
10.08 Brooklyn NY : Music Hall of Williamsburg
10.09 New York NY : Le Poisson Rouge
10.11 Philadelphia PA : Johnny Brenda's
10.12 Washington DC : The Hamilton
10.13 Carrboro NC : The ArtsCenter
10.15 Nashville TN : The High Watt
10.17 Fort Worth TX : Fort Worth Modern Art Museum
10.18 Austin TX : Central Presbyterian Church
10.22 San Diego CA : Irenic
10.23 Los Angeles CA : The Masonic Lodge at Hollywood
10.24 San Francisco CA : Swedish American Hall
10.26 Portland OR : Aladdin Theater
Dusted Release Party!
TOTALLY excited for the release of 'TOTAL DUST'! Pre-orders are shipping this week, videos are in the works, tour dates will be announced soon. And to celebrate the release of DUSTED's debut album, we're throwing a release party at Toronto's Get Well (1181 Dundas St. W.). More info here: Facebook Event Page
DUSTED is the X3 Artist of the Month (AUX TV + CBC R3 + Exclaim) !
MUCH MUSIC First Spin! Stream 'Total Dust' HERE!
08/16/12 Toronto ON: Open Roof Festival
07/26/12 Toronto CAN: The Mod Club w/ Cousins, Chad VanGaalen
07/15/12 Brooklyn NY US: Glasslands Gallery
07/12/12 New York NY US: Cake Shop
07/07/12 Toronto CAN: Get Well Bar – Dusted Release Party w/ Cousins
HDD Hartzine Interview
Hand Drawn Dracula label founder JAMES MEJIA discusses the past and the future plans of HDD with Parisian music blog/magazine HARTZINE. Read the full "Who are you Hand Drawn Dracula ?" interview in both English and French at HARTZINE and stream a curated mixtape by James below…
01. Dusted – (Into The) Atmosphere
02. Shugo Tokumaru performs Holy Fuck's Lovely Allen
03. Rituals – Life Saver
04. A Place To Bury Strangers – You Are The One
05. Metz – Pigs (Sparklehorse cover)
06. Beliefs – Iron Streams
07. Army Girls – Cold & Alcohol
08. Bishop Morocco – Last Year's Disco Guitars (A Place To Bury Strangers mix)
09. Little Girls – Nights Out
10. Dopes – All Day Wrong (Sebastien Grainger remix)
11. Wintersleep – Resuscitate
12. Bruce Peninsula – As Long As I Live
01 A Place To Bury Strangers
12 Dusted
11 Rituals
10 Army Girls
09 Beliefs
June 14
El Mocambo
64 Spadina Ave
HAND DRAWN DRACULA presents the HDD 2012 NXNE SHOWCASE at the El Mocambo w/ A Place to Bury Strangers, DUSTED (feat. HOLY FUCK's BRIAN BORCHERDT), Rituals, Army Girls, and Beliefs. Friends, supporters, and new HDD bands! ~ poster by Maryanna Hardy & James Mejia
Dusted 'Total Dust' July 10th, 2012
BRIAN BORCHERDT's much anticipated project, DUSTED, will officially be releasing their debut album, Total Dust, on July 10th in conjunction w/ Polyvinyl Records. PRE-ORDERS are available now at the HDD STORE.
The full length album arrives as a limited edition of 300 180-gram maroon LPs & as a deluxe CD package with an exclusive CD only bonus track!
The first single, "(Into The) Atmosphere", is "a dewy lo-fi pop ramble, with sweetly multi-tracked vocals, cavernous layers of melancholy guitar strums, and galloping, off-kilter percussion." – (SPIN.com)
WEST COAST TOUR DATES w/ A PLACE TO BURY STRANGERS listed HERE.
Bruce Peninsula Spring Tour!
BRUCE PENINSULA news! The alt, prog, rock, gospel, folk, country collective announce Spring dates, an appearance at the famed Dawson City Music Festival, and the brand new 'Of Songs' MP3!
Dates and stream below…
Little Girls 'Daydream' Fairmont Remix
Stream and download the Fairmont (aka BISHOP MOROCCO's Jake Fairley) remix of LITTLE GIRLS' Daydream
(original track from CULTS EP).
»»» FREE Remix Download – available at www.facebook.com/HandDrawnDracula
Little Girls 'Daydream' Video
LITTLE GIRLS 'Daydream' video from CULTS. Directed by Henry Sansom & James Mejia.
Dopes 'Burning Books' Video
DOPES / JOSH REICHMANN 'Burning Books' music video taken from After Live (HDD013).
Directed by Amos LeBlanc & Johnny Nghiem.
TORONTO – Thursday – March 22nd, following a string of NYC dates (March 15-17th TBA),
LITTLE GIRLS will be headlining the HDD CMW showcase at Parts & Labour. Also joining them on the bill:


text:
I am interested in progressive politics, citizen participation, real democracy and a full range of public policy issues from an Albertan and Canadian perspective.
Monday, August 17, 2009
High Speed Rail is Catching on - Will Alberta Lead or Follow?
There is lots of HSR activity happening around the world. Alberta has a small population but we have a strong likelihood of Alberta continuing to grow - dramatically. We should be anticipating the future and designing infrastructure to meet the needs, including reducing car travel with high gasoline prices. We could also help reverse the unfortunate image around the world of Alberta as a dirty oil dynasty with this very green HSR project that will garner international attention.
This is a very complex project but no longer cutting edge. Many other countries are seriously into HSR, including China, big time. We Albertans have studied the concept for decades and the time to do is is just about tight now.
2 comments:
- Not a PC5:43 pm
I thought the Premier made a good decision when he called upon regions to get their act together and develop regional transportation plans first, before any kind of rail system. It seems like Alberta has a lot of successful small communities that try to exist as entities onto themselves. I sometimes wonder if such a grand project like this would unite Alberta ? Thoughts anyone ?ReplyDelete
I'm with you. The Calgary - Edmonton corridor needs an efficient rail connection. I read the study commissioned last year which suggests the building and running of HSR in the corridor would be an economic boom unto itself.
What I did not like about the study is that it only put stations in Edmonton, around Leduc, Red Deer, Calgary outskirts and Calgary Centre.
The train should also serve both Wetaskiwin and Airdrie. Granted the populations in both places are not that big at the moment, but stations in these locations will allow for business and communities to bloom through the whole corridor. The Japanese experience points to this.
Now the question is what train to construct: 150kmh... 200kmh... 250kmh or 300kmn (maglev)... I believe the TGV (250kph) is the best option along a ground level electrified route... with no level crossings.
At some point in the future electrification of rail in Canada is going to have to be addressed. Building that infrastructure now is the way to go.
One of the real sad aspects of this current discussion is CN's sale of the entire railway lands when we had a station already to serve. Still, with the closing of the airport, an opportunity opens.
We need to be bold. And we need our system to link to an efficient rail system across the country. With moderate improvements to right of way along CN (the right of way is wide enough for three sets of rails across the country since we no longer need the telegraph lines).
With vision and courage, we could rebuild an effective passenger rail system.
Thanks for raising the issue.

subset: commoncrawl


text:
Fresh off the release of the HS87's We The Plug compilation, first lady BMac the Queen returns with some "superhero" music. Enlisting her fam Hit-Boy, Oktane (Audio Push), nNo, B.Carr and Preston Harris for the lead single off her upcoming project, Black English. Peep "One Wop" below.
Produced by Hit-Boy, Haze Banga & Preach Bal4.


text:
This week is a bit different. No Jazz, no soul or blues songs and no talkin'. We have some minimal beats, some house and re-edits.
If you like these sounds... probably don't check out my blog, I don't post much of this type of music... but just in case... www.theconfusedeclectic.com
This comment has been deleted.
Free Range6 years agoReplyReport spam
Cheers for that. Loved every track.
Comment reported as spamThank you for your help!


text:
LEED BD+C: Homes v3 - LEED 2008
Oak Street Lofts
Portland, ME 04101
United States
Map Visit website
LEED Platinum 2012
Goals and motivations
What were the top overarching goals and objectives?
One goal was to achieve long term financial sustainability for the development. By reducing energy use in the building, the project could more easily meet the very strict operating budget requirements of the Maine State Housing Authority.
The top three goals of the sustainability consultant were to reduce petroleum based fuel use through load reduction, reduced air infiltration to help energy efficiency and achieve the best quality indoor air.
The team focused on the building envelope as its primary means of reducing the heating load in our cold climate. We knew that Maine State Housing has a solar thermal domestic hot water pre-heat requirement, but did not expect to have any other renewable energy sources. Solar thermal was installed. Solar photovoltaic was not feasible mainly due to the taller buildings shading Oak Street Lofts.
Photo by Greg Payne
The envelope included wood framing, rigid foam insulation and cellulose dense pack in exterior walls. Blue Skin vapor permeable air and water barrier was used outside of the sheathing and integrated into the window flashing. Whole building air infiltration was extremely low and unit-to-unit compartmentalization met the LEED for Home Mid-Rise requirements.
What were the most notable strategies used to earn LEED credits?
Location was one of the most notable strategies that the developer used to earn LEED credits. The project is located in downtown Portland Maine in the Arts District across Congress Street from the Maine College of Art.
Linking the project to the art college helped the project have a following from the local artist community giving it an identity. The project received exemplary performance for both its proximity to dozens of community amenities as well as to hundreds of weekday public transit rides.
Photo by Jay Waterman
The interior of one of the studio spaces designed to give artists a comfortable working environment.
Energy efficiency was the major strategy for earning LEED points. City funding dictated that LEED Silver was a requirement, but the team targeted Platinum from the start. Another requirement was meeting the 2030 Challenge, which equated to roughly a 40% improvement over ASHRAE 90.1 2004. High efficiency heating system, solar hot water, heat recovery ventilation and an extremely well insulated and air sealed envelope allowed us to achieve this goal.
The artists have a work space with tables and work benches with lots of natural light. Even with some artist paints or other materials that might pose an air quality issue, the use of MERV 13 filtration in the building ensured good indoor air quality.
The total area of the building is 29,370 square feet, including 14,274 square feet of residential space which is highly insulated with a tight thermal envelope. With 5 ½" of cellulose wall insulation and double glazed, argon-filled windows equipped with low-emissivity coating, the walls achieve an average R-21 value rating. Exterior sheathing is sealed with a vapor-permeable air barrier which helps the building achieve an outstanding 0.13 CFM50/s.f. air tightness rating. Unit-to-unit air sealing measures ensure that even within the building, air is not uncontrollably transferred. The roof achieves an R-49 minimum and is clad with low-albedo roofing to reduce heat gain and minimize contributions to the city's urban heat island effect. The elevated first floor achieves R-30 through use of closed cell foam insulation combined with blown cellulose. On-grade floors are isolated from sub-soils with a continuous R-10 barrier of rigid foam board.
The tightly controlled building envelope is balanced by an energy efficient indoor air management system. Energy Recovery Ventilators (ERVs) provide fresh ventilation air that exceeds the minimum requirement by more than 30% while consuming less energy than a traditional ventilation system would consume at the code minimum ventilation rates. The "total energy" wheels in the Energy Recovery Ventilation's provide preconditioned air in the summer and space neutral air in the winter by recovering 76% of the energy in the exhaust air stream and transferring it to the supply air stream.
High-efficiency on-site laundry appliances compliment the low-flow water fixtures provided. Very low-flow plumbing fixtures include 1.28gpf water closets, 0.5gpm bathroom lavatory faucets and 1.5gpm shower heads. A solar pre-heat system for domestic hot water includes twelve (12) flat plate solar collectors. This system is capable of providing up to 60% of the estimated annual domestic hot water usage and up to 85% of the estimated domestic hot water usage during the summer months.
Aside from LEED certification, what do you consider key project successes?
The project provides a clean and welcoming home to many artists who otherwise might not be able to afford descent housing. The studio spaces and gallery allow works to be developed and displayed close to home, and encourages collaboration, imagination and creation of art. This building is a key piece to Portland's art community and the art gallery has quickly become a monthly stop on the city's First Friday's art walks.
Lessons Learned
What one thing saved you or the project team the most time, money, or helped avoid an obstacle during the LEED process? What one thing cost you the most?
Ensuring we had a very motivated contractor as the project manager made for a smooth LEED certification process saving time and money. An extensive pre-construction meeting to discuss the LEED requirements as well as documentation tracking tools with all design team members and as many subcontractors as possible was key to getting everyone on the same page. Regular discussions about LEED occurred throughout construction. When there were challenges along the way, such as compartmentalization testing and inspection for air sealing, the project manager was very helpful in resolving those issues.
The architect created a drawing in the construction documents set that was a LEED matrix of all required credits on what specification section they related to. If there was a specific material requirement or a submittal expected from the contractor, they could see all these requirements on one sheet within the drawing set. In this way all credits were accounted for and the contractor's credit responsibilities were highlighted.
Compartmentalization was a challenge that had to be re-visited after the first blower door test. The contractor stepped up and fixed a few penetration areas that had been overlooked. It is extremely important that all subs are aware of the compartmentalization goal for the LEED for Homes Mid-Rise project.
Photo by Greg Payne
The Oak St. project team learned a lot about what it takes to properly compartmentalize units. The LEED Mid-Rise program required all units to meet an air leakage standard of 7.0 Air Changes per Hour 50 (ACH50) or less. After completing initial testing on units that were near completion it became clear to us that we were missing the mark for the prerequisite. At this point, late in the game, we did not have the option to address leakage prior to Sheetrock, we needed to seal any and all leaks we were able to find in order to pass. The project team, including the site supervisor and a team of air sealers, gathered in a corner unit while a blower door test was conducted. All points of leakage were detected and fixed for a passing score. We collectively moved to the next (interior) unit and repeated the same effort. The people air-sealing now knew what to look for, and they moved through every unit sealing all gaps and cracks. Because of this experience we learned an invaluable lesson in planning for future projects.
In new projects, we now hold an air-sealing meeting very early with the project team and foremen from all major subs to address key air-sealing details and discuss who has ownership over each piece.
The units are continually inspected throughout the process through an 'air-sealing' lens, and blower door tests are performed early on to learn where leaks are still coming from.The foremen are included in the preliminary blower door testing. This helps set them up for success so they understand how important it is to not miss anything and see first-hand where the problem areas are.
Through compartmentalization testing we have learned:
- Corner units tend to perform better than interior units due to two well air-sealed and insulated exterior walls- as opposed to just one as the interior units do.
- All sealants shrink- and even more so with significant temperature fluctuation.
- Sprinkler heads are not designed to be air tight against drywall.
What was the value of applying LEED to this project?
I went to the ribbon cutting and heard one of the residents speak about her experience living in the building. She was an artist and has struggled with mental illness. The Oak Street Lofts building has given her a sense of stability that she had not had in the past and the fact that it was LEED certified meant a huge amount to her. Many low-income residents have lived in sub-standard conditions most of their lives. To move into a building where the developer actually cared about the indoor air quality, and the health of the tenants, appeared to be a great emotional boost for this woman.
So, what do you think? Help us improve our new LEED project library by completing this short survey.
Project details
- Use
- New Construction - Affordable Multi-family
- Setting
- Urban Core
- Certified
- 25 Jun 2012


text:
Black Tea House
Last updated by iris at 2016/5/5
With ancient Romanesque sculptures and Chinese antiques, it is of elegant pattern. With black tea as the main stream, the house serves various teas as well as lunch and supper sets.
Recommended Tours:
Top Things to Do in Hong Kong
Location Victoria Harbor is situated between mainland Ho… >> details
Located on the very upscale Victoria Harbor promenade, Ts… >> details
Hundreds of millions of people have flocked through the d… >> details
Hong Kong Disneyland is located on Lantau Island, surroun… >> details
Location Aberdeen Bay is part of a narrow channel situat… >> details
Travel Confidently with Us
10,000 Satisfied Customers
50 Years in China Travel Industry
Quick Response within 24 hours
Secured Online Payment
Group Tours with Solo Adventure
No Hidden Fees and No Traps


text:
Been a club cylist for 30 years plus. Now mid 40s. A niggling undercarriage (a bloke's undercarriage) issue is interfering with my ability to ride now. Discovered fun of running whilst chasing dog round field, and best of all, it doesn't aggravate symptoms.
Been meaning to give it a go for years, especially after reading Born to Run, so this is the push I needed. I have been put off in the past by the high incidence of injury from running. Some seem to hold the view that done properly and very cautiously, avoiding heel striking running style seems to reduce injury risk.
I have bought a pair of Asics GT 2170's from the specialist running shop nearby, but as I am still at the run/walk stage of getting into this, I don't yet have any particular running style, or bad habits. I am I suspect a "blank canvas" in this respect.
Therefore, if running with a mid-foot or fore-foot strike is something that can be established as the running style for me, as I am very much starting out, is it worth going for a transition shoe which encourages the development of such a style, (I have in mind the Saucony Kinvara 2 or 3), or am I asking for trouble, and I would be better off sticking with Asics I already have?
Thanks in advance.
over 4 years ago
Posted over 4 years ago
Hi Runmanrun, when i started running I was a heel striker. My first pair of shoes were Asics Gel Nimbus which were heavily cushioned with a stacked heel. A bit into my running I decided to change my running style and started mid/forefoot landing , still in the Asics. Very quickly this became my new style of running; however, my calves were quite sore. After this I decided I wanted a pair of running shoes with a lower heel to toe differential. I bought the New Balance Minumus with 4mm heel drop. I knackered my calves several times again, but have finally transitioned into flatter shoes. I also have a pair of Saucony Kinvara's (4mm), but the Minimus are my favourite. Since running in flatter shoes I no longer have any knee pain. However, this might also be related to having tried to improve my running form. What I love about flatter shoes, is the sense of 'feeling' the ground underfoot. But as I say, the transition has come with a price i.e. a nuber of calf strains; these were probably related to my trying to rush the transition.
Basically, you don't have to have flat shoes to avoid heel striking; you can teach yourself mid/fore foot running in your existing shoes. However, a movement to flatter shoes has certainly brought me a better overall running experience.
All the best.
P.S the mind boggles with regard to your under-carriage!
Posted over 4 years ago in reply to Westie
Many thanks Westie. I appreciate the insight - very helpful.
© Community Bug Ltd
We use cookies to give you the best experience on The Running Bug. We also use cookies as a post run pick-me-up. But that's another matter. Read more about our cookie policy
The Running Bug is your running mate helping you with everything from planning your running routes, training plans to finding running events.


text:
Top Facilities Management Executive Salaries
View Top Facilities Management Executive Hourly Wages
Alternate Job Titles: Chief Facilities Management Officer, Top Facilities Management Executive, Vice President of Facilities Management, VP of Facilities Management
How much does a Top Facilities Management Executive make? The median annual Top Facilities Management Executive salary is $165,552, as of November 30, 2016, with a range usually between $141,037-$198,778, however this can vary widely depending on a variety of factors. Our team of Certified Compensation Professionals has analyzed survey data collected from thousands of HR departments at companies of all sizes and industries to present this range of annual salaries for people with the job title Top Facilities Management Executive in the United States.
This chart describes the expected percentage of people who perform the job of Top Facilities Management Executive in the United States that make less than that annual salary. For example the median expected annual pay for a typical Top Facilities Management Executive in the United States is $165,552, so 50% of the people who perform the job of Top Facilities Management Executive in the United States are expected to make less than $165,552.
Source: HR Reported data as of December 2016
Refine by:
This chart describes the expected percentage of people who perform the job of Top Facilities Management Executive that make less than that salary. For example 50% of the people who perform the job of Top Facilities Management Executive are expected to make less than the median.
Source: HR Reported data as of December 2016
Plans and directs the goals and policies of maintenance service and repairs in the areas of plumbing, carpentry, painting, plastering, and machine and electrical servicing for the organization's facilities. Requires a bachelor's degree and at least 15 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of complex tasks. Leads and directs the work of others. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is required. Typically reports to top management. View full job description
View Facilities, Maintenance, and Repair Jobs by Salary Range: <$30K, $30K–$50K, $50K–$80K, $80K–$100K, >$100K
- Top Category Management Executive
- Top Materials Management Executive
- Top Supply Chain Management Executive
- Facilities Maintenance Supervisor
- Top Program Management Office Executive
- Facilities Director
- Top Risk Management Executive
- Top Logistics Management Executive
- Top Account Management Executive
- Facilities Maintenance Manager I
- Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit
- Biotechnology
- Retail & Wholesale
- Aerospace & Defense
- MFG Nondurable
- Insurance
- Hospitality & Leisure
- Telecom
- Construction
- Financial Services
- Pharmaceuticals
- Media
- Healthcare
- Energy & Utilities
- Software & Networking
- MFG Durable
- Internet
- Chemicals
- Transportation
- Business Services
- Alabama
- Alaska
- Arizona
- Arkansas
- California
- Colorado
- Connecticut
- Delaware
- District of Columbia
- Florida
- Georgia
- Hawaii
- Idaho
- Illinois
- Indiana
- Iowa
- Kansas
- Kentucky
- Louisiana
- Maine
- Maryland
- Massachusetts
- Michigan
- Minnesota
- Mississippi
- Missouri
- Montana
- Nebraska
- Nevada
- New Hampshire
- New Jersey
- New Mexico
- New York
- North Carolina
- North Dakota
- Ohio
- Oklahoma
- Oregon
- Pennsylvania
- Rhode Island
- South Carolina
- South Dakota
- Tennessee
- Texas
- Utah
- Vermont
- Virginia
- Washington
- West Virginia
- Wisconsin
- Wyoming


text:
Appetizers and drinks were out when guests arrived.
Foods were based off some of the mom-to-be's favorites. We had a cheese plate, pigs in a blanket, and tomato bruschetta for appetizers.
We strung a line of onsies over the appetizer spread. Our friend Alana found these perfectly colored onsies at Target.
Lindsay's re-purposed window-turned-pin-board held baby pictures of the mom and dad-to be. Too cute!
We had the cutest tented place cards made by Oh Creative One.
Lindsay made little fabric covered jars of candy for each plate. Crisp white linens and pewter napkin rings finished the look.
We decorated the area around the tables with ribbons and a garland. Lindsay sewed the circle garland and we strung it between trees. We also hung ribbons from trees.
I've mentioned on this blog before that my friend Leslie is a total celebrity nut.
(We played a celebrity themed game at her bridal shower.
And if I remember correctly, she actually won when we did it again at this shower, but we disqualified her since she won the first game.)
So, we had to have a celebrity game at her baby shower also.
Drea whipped up this cute game and everyone had a lot of fun trying to name the babies and their celebrity parents. Guess who won? The mom-to-be of course!
We also had guests write a message to the baby in a children's book.
We chose Frederick mostly because it matched our color scheme, but what an adorable book to help start the baby's library.
Lunch was served next.
We had a "slider bar". It was adorable and yummy!
We had both beef and veggie sliders with all the fixin's.
We served Caesar and kale salads.
We also had mac & cheese and potato chips (served in cones — thanks to Katie!).
No one went hungry at this shower!
With all the yummy food, I was afraid that no one would eat my dessert.
Luckily that wasn't a problem!
These push-pops were so fun to make! I just layered chocolate chip mint ice cream and chocolate cake (with a little frosting mixed into make it sticky), and then topped them with whipped cream.
Party favors were Deb's homemade caramel corn.
Embellished with stickers by Oh Creative One.
Congratulations Leslie! I cannot wait to meet your little man!


text:
Sen. José R. Rodríguez District 29 (D-El Paso)
Sources of Income
Rodriguez was an El Paso County attorney for 17 years, representing the county and the state in matters involving juvenile crime, child and elder abuse, mental health, deceptive business practices, and environmental enforcement.
He owns an El Paso law firm, Rodriguez and Associates, which he began when he left the El Paso County attorney's office.
He is on the board of the Mexican American Legal Defense and Education Fund.
Rodriguez's wife, Carmen, is a lawyer with Rio Grande Legal Aid. She is also employed by Rodriguez's El Paso law firm.
Residential property in El Paso valued at $81,800


text:
Title: Hell House
Author: Richard Matheson
Pages: 301
Genre: Horror
Summary: "Rolf Rudolph Deutsch is going die. But when Deutsch, a wealthy magazine and newpaper publisher, starts thinking seriously about his impending death, he offers to pay a physicist and two mediums, one physical and one mental, $100,000 each to establish the facts of life after death.
Dr. Lionel Barrett, the physicist, accompanied by the mediums, travel to the Belasco House in Maine, which has been abandoned and sealed since 1949 after a decade of drug addiction, alcoholism, and debauchery. For one night, Barrett and his colleagues investigate the Belasco House and learn exactly why the townfolks refer to it as the Hell House." ~from Goodreads.com
This book was soooo good. The writing was great, there were so many scary moments, and I was just hooked from beginning to end.
I really liked the characters, especially Fischer. Barrett was kind of an ass, but Edith and Florence were good. All the characters were really well-written too. The haunting was really well done, and the events in the house were built up really well. It started out with smaller things and then escalated to full-on attacks on the characters. It was handled really well and there were several moments where I was tense and on the edge of my seat.
The reason for the haunting is kind of silly in my opinion, and that's the only thing that takes away from the book (SPOILER SPOILER SPOILER thereasonisbecauseBelasco'sshortandIthinkthat'sreallydumb SPOILER SPOILER SPOILER). Otherwise though, this book was really, really good and I loved every minute of it.
Definitely a great book for Halloween.
My rating: ★★★★★


text:
- Game Details
- News (53)
- Review
- Previews
- Videos (9)
- Images
- Cheats & Walkthroughs
Rock Band Track Pack: Volume 2 News
Displaying 31–45 of 53 articles
'Rock Band' Won't Boycott Warner Bros.
In spite of what was written in a recent article in Wired Magazine, MTV, creators of Rock Band, will not boycott bands from Warner Brothers Music. The real situation, according to Billboard, is more of a standoff -- an impasse or a staring contest. MTV requested several new licenses from Warner Bros. over the last few months, under the same...
Stevie Ray Vaughan Coming To 'Rock Band'
A metric crap-ton of tracks from legendary blues guitarist Stevie Ray Vaughan and Double Trouble is coming to Rock Band next week so I hope you have been practicing your fake plastic guitar. On tap, the entire Texas Flood album! Oh, sweet! Not only that, alternative queens No Doubt will have a new track dropping, too. Click the cut for the full...
More Country Tracks Come To 'Rock Band'
Hey, y'all. Break open the Skoal Bandits and Coors Light! It's time for some new Rock Band tracks. Yee-haw! Next week, they got both kinds of music coming out: Country and Western! Here's what you can download onto your vidja-game doo-whackey: Neko Case "People Got A Lotta Nerve" Steve...
MTV Losing Money on 'Rock Band' Hardware
It appears that Viacom, MTV, and Harmonix are losing money on every Rock Band bundle sold based on the cost of the game's peripherals. Ouch. Thankfully, the game itself turns a profit for the company. Remember back before Rock Band launched and Harmonix would continually say that they were selling a platform, not just a game? Turns out they...
Viacom Counter-Sues Konami Over 'Rock Revolution'
Konami pioneered the rhythm genre in Japan with their Bemani series of games including Guitar Freaks, Drum Mania, Beatmania, and Dance Dance Revolution. Last year, Konami filed a lawsuit against the makers of Rock Band and Guitar Hero for allegedly infringing upon Konami's patents dealing with fake plastic instruments. The move was questionably...
PSN Update: NHL Arcade, Burnout Paradise
The PSN Store got a big update this week, adding arcade games like 3 on 3 NHL Arcade, the full game of Burnout Paradise along with the Pass the Pad Party Pack, and a long list of downloadable content for LIttleBigPlanet, Rock Band, Guitar Hero, game videos, movie trailers, PS3 themes, PSP content, and more. Check out the full list below. 3 on 3...
Steve Miller, Godsmack Come to 'Rock Band'
Harmonix and MTV Games announced today the addition of eight new tracks to the Rock Band Music Store, including music from the Steve Miller Band, Godsmack, Belly, Ghost Hounds, Mute Math and Rob Zombie. They are the usual Rock Band price: $1.99 (160 Microsoft Points for Xbox 360) per track; $5.49 (440 Microsoft Points for Xbox 360) for the...
Ottoman Stores Your 'Rock Band' Instruments
We all know the downside of having a sweet Rock Band set up is finding an easily-accessable place to store all the instruments. I have a corner in my living room where I keep the drum kit and two guitars, but every time I want to rock out i have to move the coffee table, carry the drums over, and put them together. Well if you've got a spare 200...
No 'Rock Band 3' In 2009
According to a speech given by Harmonix co-founder and CEO Alex Rigopolous at the Consumer Electronics Show this year, there will be no Rock Band 3 in 2009. "We've actually made a choice to break out of the annual release cycle for Rock Band this year," Rigopolous told CES attendees. "Partly because the annual cycle...
Gaming Update 1.7.09
Watch Larger Version of this Video Check out the gaming news for the first Hump Day of 2009: An end of an era as come to pass as long-running gaming mag EGM closes its doors It took a while but find out how much the Wii Fit has sold! Roy Orbison comes to Rock Band and Arthas reigns supreme as Lich King slaps around the...
'Rock Band' Played on a Theremin!
We ran across a video on CollegeHumor.com that combines a geeky musical instrument (theremin) with a geeky video game (Rock Band) and adds a geeky song selection ("Still Alive" from Portal) The result is purely awesome. Click it below, at once!
ESRB Leaks 'Guitar Hero: Modern Hits' For DS
As much as I hate the ESRB for rating and classifying who should be playing what games, I gotta love them for having no concern for sensitive information. Thanks to some Entertainment Software Rating Board documentation, there is now solid information about the next Guitar Hero game for the Nintendo DS. Read More?
Roy Orbison Coming to 'Rock Band' as DLC, Details "Probably Next Week"
After Country Music Television stated that Roy Orbison's music would be coming to Rock Band as DLC, Harmonix has confirmed the rumor on their official forums. This marks the second time the CMT has leaked DLC info, beginning with the recently released country music tracks. Responding to claims that this was a planted rumor by Harmonix and CMT,...
'Rock Band' DLC Brings Classic Rock and Snow Patrol Next Week
Next week, Rock Band will bring some more classic rock as DLC with tracks from Deep Purple, Jethro Tull, James Gang Rides Again, and a new song from Snow Patrol, which isn't classic rock, but definitely a nice band to have in the game. Here's the list: Deep Purple - Space Truckin' Jehtro Tull - Hymn 43 James Gang Rides Again - Funk...
Aerosmith, Chili Peppers, And Nirvana Get Huge Boost From Music Games
The Associated Press has posted an interesting article discussing how the boom in music video games is helping the original artists. According to The AP: "Aerosmith made more money off the June release of 'Guitar Hero: Aerosmith' than either of its last two albums, according to RedOctane co-founder and president Kai Huang. Artists from...


text:
The point guard.
The leader on and sometimes off the court as well.
Golden State hasn't had many elite point guards in its rich history, as forwards and centers, like Chris Mullin, Rick Barry, and of course Wilt Chamberlain stole the show.
Nevertheless, there have been several floor generals who really shined for the Warriors.
Here are the top five.


text:
8 posts tagged with seattle by valannc.
Displaying 1 through 8 of 8.
Washing Machine repair: Can a mere mortal change a door gasket?
Do I dare try replacing the door gasket on my frontload washing machine? Photo of damaged gasket. It's not supposed to look like a ruffle. It's supposed to be smooth. The damaged occurred when I was washing a duvet cover and sheets. The load became very unbalanced and the machine leapt and jumped. Has anyone ordered the part and done a successful DIY repair? Or should I pay a service tech? The machine is a Maytag MHWE200XW00. It looks like we could get the gasket shipped for about $120.
Applying for rental house - need advice
Husband and I are seeking a rental home. We found a nice house and the landlord has invited us to apply. Last time we applied for rental the property manager had us do a credit/background check via an online service. This new landlord gave us a paper form asking for SSN, DOB, our checking and savings account numbers, employment history, and other info. The landlord is an older person with a couple investment properties. I'm sure this is not a scam, but I am reluctant to hand all my ID and bank numbers to a stranger. Advice? Anyone know a simple, reputable online background checking service that I can suggest to this landlord? We would pay the fee. My goal is to make the landlord comfortable so we can lease the house. The Seattle rental market is very tight. This landlord has his pick of many worthy applicants. We have excellent credit, references, etc.
Kitchen Clutter Control! Help me find shelves for my counter.
I want to mount narrow shelves at the back of my kitchen counters, along the top of the backsplash. I have not been able to find anything suitable to match the dark decor. I have black laminate counters with dark cherry-finish wood cabinets. All the hardware in our house is oil-rubbed bronze. See PHOTOS. [more inside]
Is Rodda a good brand of paint?
My painter is recommending Rodda paint for our house exterior. I like that Rodda is a regional company here in Seattle. But I can't find any reviews on their quality. Nothing in Consumer Reports. Painter uses Rodda AC 911 flat and AC 909 satin. Anyone have an opinion? Is it good lasting paint? [more inside]
Need recs for IT training in Seattle.
In the Seattle/Snohomish area. Which schools provide good training in beginning SQL, or database design, or IT project management? [more inside]
New residents of Seattle. Please help us choose a neighborhood to buy a house.
Seattle region filter: We are new residents of Seattle, from New Jersey, enjoying our exploration of this wonderful city. We are house-hunting and have narrowed down our choice of neighborhoods. Any opinions or advice? [more inside]
Buying property with a water view... How can I confirm that the nice view will remain unobstructed over the years?
We are house-hunting in the Seattle area. Looking at property with water views. Willing to pay the higher price that comes with a view. But I'm reading some horror stories about how a neighbor will build a tower in front of your view, or neighbors who refuse to trim their tall shrubs. And then your view is obscured and your property value drops. How do I research this? How can I know if the viewshed is protected or not? What sort of monitoring would I need to do over the years? I will ask my realtor to research it, but I'd like to hear from people with experience with this issue.
Seattle, West Edge neighborhood. Need suggestions on where to buy stuff, services, parks, etc.
[Seattle filter] We just moved to the West Edge neighborhood in Seattle, near Pike Street Market. Need suggestions on where to buy stuff, services, parks, etc. We've been in Seattle for two days and we love it. [more inside]
Page: 1


text:
'The X Factor': Arin Ray and Beatrice Miller Go Home + Power Rankings
'The X Factor' is really wasted on the young.
For the second consecutive year, we've seen talent-loaded teeny-boppers lack the necessary set of capabilities to make a deep run in this competition. They're undermined by their lack of experience.
And you have to wonder why they keep doing it. Why do we keep seeing these kids ruin their best shot by going on the show too soon? We can never see them on a show like this again and now they're forced into obscurity all due to impatience.
Arin had the ability to be a star. The cockiness, the poise, the stage presence – it was all there. His inexperience, however, prevented him from every being able to harness off of his considerable tools into the star package that seemed ready to come together at some point. Sure, he wasn't helped by having the vacant Britney as his mentor, but if he'd come on this show in a few years, I'm sure he would have broken out. Instead, he's just a top-ten finisher. Barely.
Beatrice suffers the similar fate. I don't think she had anywhere near the talent of Arin, but she at least had cool tone and could carry a tune. There was just no reason for her to be on this show yet. I know that she said she'd been working "so long" for this opportunity – y'know as long as a thirteen-year-old can work for anything – but if she'd come around when she was old enough to figure things out, she could have at least been one of those lame singers on these shows that the judges refer to as "artistic" when they really mean "not a pop singer."
I've always preferred an 18-and-over age limit on these shows, and these two are a prime example why. Instead of being contestants that could make runs to win in a few years, they just remain also-rans who go home to soon.
Now, as for those who still could win…
Power Rankings:
1 (1) – Emblem3
I don't care that they keep finishing in the middle of the rankings. Once the voting pool thins, they're going to gather up all the random voters. They're still my favorite to win.
2 (2) – Tate Stevens
He dipped a bit to number two this week after Carly Rose's killer "Over The Rainbow" performance to close this week's performance show. He's got the country vote locked, but how will that do when there aren't as many other votes to go around?
3 (3) – Carly Rose
It's clear America has latched on to her and she's starting to separate herself a bit in the vocal department. However, she still has the curse of youth that doomed the contestants mentioned above, so there's always the danger of her dropping a dud one of these weeks and going home. Though she's probably banked enough good will at this point to cruise to the finals.
4 (4) – Vino Alan
Somehow the Bam Bam Bigelow impersonator has really gotten a big following on this show. Maybe America really does love mediocre rock singers. Whatever the case, he has a shot at the finals, but not much of one to win.
5 (7) – Paige Thomas
She finished sixth this week despite self-destructing near the end of this week's performance show. Maybe she's got some support. Or maybe people just felt sorry for her. Whatever the case, I think she has enough star potential to be the late bloomer on this show.
6 (5) – Diamond White
She's now in the slot of being the second-best teeny-bopper. Whenever you're the second-best of a particular type on these shows, it means you're on your way to a retrospective and Khloe Kardashian awkwardly comforting you. She'll be there soon unless she can do something unseat Carly Rose.
7 (9) – Fifth Harmony
They're the second-best group and constantly near the bottom. Not even Simon can steer this forgettable quintet to much of a run at the title.
8 (8) – Leopard Face
If this week's sob story wasn't enough to get her out of the sing-off, then nothing is going to ingratiate her to fans. She'll be gone quite soon.


text:
If you're new to dating online, then setting up an NSA meeting services will open your eyes to a whole new world. There are thousands and thousands of NSA sex encounters and no strings attached dates just waiting for you to stumble upon so there's really nothing stopping you from getting laid tonight.
Replying to no strings attached personals and services doesn't mean you have to go all the way on your first date. In terms of dating online and NSA classifieds, NSA W4M does not always mean NSA sex, it can just be NSA fun that might lead to other things. You don't need to commit yourself to be open to close personal encounters, there are plenty of people that just want the company of the opposite sex on a date with no strings attached. And if you're looking for a bit of fun on the side, finding local singles online is your perfect outlet.
NSA W4M stands for: No Strings Attached Women Seeking Men and in plain English, this is an ad used in dating online by women looking for men for discreet encounters, and in other words, women who want to meet men for some no strings attached action. NSA sex personals are very common, but you don't have to commit yourself when posting classifieds or in replying to them, what the two of you get up to is completely up to you 'No Strings Attached'!
Whether you're seeking out NSA personals in Boston or want to set up NSA sex encounters in Alabama, there are so many no strings attached classifieds and services you'll have to start queuing them up! With sites like CraigList and Encounters featuring all the local singles online near to you, an NSA meeting right on your doorstep is just a couple of clicks away.


text:
Just One Thing: Straw Struck
Straw = beach. Clutch = night? Not so. We love the idea of taking something you wouldn't expect to see, and putting it into a new context. Why not swap out your day bag with a hand-held clutch, bursting with personality? This pint-sized style transforms even the most basic look: its cheerful pom-poms (which remind us of marigolds) break up an otherwise monochromatic, double-denim outfit — channeling a bohemian, vacation vibe.
Shop the Beachy Norah Flat Clutch now.
More to explore in Resort
- Resort Resort 2016: Lookbook Thu, Dec 31, 2015
- Resort Resort 2015: Video Mon, Jan 5, 2015
- Resort Street Style: Stripe Tease Thu, Jan 31, 2013
- Resort Just One Thing: Straw Struck Mon, Jan 28, 2013
- Resort Look We Love: Slim Shadies Wed, Jan 23, 2013


text:
Meeting eAgenda
Click on the linked agenda item titles below for background materials/reports. Adopted Resolutions and Ordinances (second reading) are available via Records Online (http://www.ci.berkeley.ca.us/ContentDisplay.aspx?id=4222) as soon as they are finalized.
*To read PDF files, download a free copy of Adobe Acrobat Reader. If you are unable to access .pdf documents online, please contact us via email (firstname.lastname@example.com), telephone (510) 981-6900, or TDD (510) 981-6903 so that we can provide an alternate format.
Revised 2/23/07
Tuesday, February 27, 2007
Chambers, 2134 Martin Luther King Jr. Way
Teleconference Location – 1636 Channing Way, Berkeley, CA
The City Council may take action related to any subject listed on the Agenda.
This meeting will be conducted in accordance with the Brown Act, Government Code Section 54953, Teleconferencing. Any member of the public may attend this meeting at either location. Questions regarding this matter may be addressed to Pamyla Means, MMC, City Clerk, 981-6900.
Preliminary Matters
Roll Call
Public Comment – Limited to items on this agenda only.
Discussion and Direction
1. BAPAC Alcohol Regulations – Social Host (PDF, 15 KB) (First reading - January 30, 2007 - Noes - Worthington; Abstain - Maio, Continued from February 13, 2007)
From: City Manager
Recommendation: Adopt second reading of Ordinance 6,968–N.S adding new Chapter 13.49 to the Berkeley Municipal Code (Social Host).
Financial Implications: See report
Contact: Manuela Albuquerque, City Attorney, 981-6950
Direction from February 27, 2007 to further define "knowingly"; and exempt students who self-report (requested by Mayor Bates).
2. BAPAC Proposals—Follow-up Report on Second Response Ordinance Amendments (PDF, 40 KB) (Continued from February 13, 2007)
From: City Manager
Recommendation: Adopt first reading of an Ordinance amending Sections 13.48.030, 13.48.040 and 13.48.050 of the Berkeley Municipal Code (Second Response Ordinance; Attachment 1-A.)
Financial Implications: See report.
Contact: Manuela Albuquerque, City Attorney, 981-6950
Direction from February 27, 2007: Go back to 60 days for second responses, provide more flexibility for the City Manager on the fines; provide consideration for those who self-report; provide some type of consideration if the host is not able to clear out the party after the first response (requested by Mayor Bates). In addition, provide information regarding the number of times police have responded to out of control parties in the last year, the number of second response notices issues, and the number of times a second response fine has been imposed (requested by Councilmember Wozniak).
Discussion and Possible Action
3. Amendment To BMC Zoning Ordinance Regarding Alcohol Use Permit And First Offenses By Food Establishments (PDF, 10 KB)
From: Councilmember Spring
Recommendation: That the council refer to the Planning Commission an amendment to the Zoning Code a provision that would allow a waiver for food establishments first time offenses of alcohol regulations.
Financial Implications: See report
Contact: Dona Spring, Councilmember, District 4, 981-7140


text:
FreshStitches Forrest the Garden Gnome PDF
Have you been looking for an adorable garden gnome that might bring you a bit of luck? Here's Forrest the Garden Gnome from FreshStitches! Not only is this cutie adorable, you can customize his hat/suit color combo to suit your style! This adorable gnome measures 9" tall when completed.
This pattern is available as a PDF download.
Finished Measurements: Height: 9 inches
Yarn Requirements: Worsted weight yarn, shown in Ella Rae Classic (WEBS does not carry)
MC- Blue, 55 yards
AC1- White, 70 yards
AC2- Red, 55 yards
AC3- Tan, 25 yards
AC4- Black, 15 yards
Hook(s): Size H (5mm) crochet hook
Gauge: This pattern doesn't specify a gauge. It's a stuffed animal, and you don't need to be too picky about exact sizing. The most important thing is that you use a hook size that creates a nice looking fabric for your yarn.


text:
Fund drive supports YMCA programs
PARKERSBURG – The YMCA of Parkersburg provides many programs for children and families.
Financial assistance allows some area residents to participate in YMCA programs such as after-school program, full-day child care and summer camp. Money also is provided to help people pay for their YMCA memberships.
Money to provide this assistance is raised during the YMCA's Strong Kids Campaign, which will include a dinner and award presentation at 5:30 p.m. Thursday at the Parkersburg Country Club. Tickets are $125 and are available by calling YMCA executive director Chad Smith or Kim Sapp at 304-485-5585.
Robert Stephens, president of the Bernard McDonough Foundation, is the 2013 recipient of the Edwin L.D. Dils Heart of Our Community Award by the YMCA and will be honored at Thursday's event.
The YMCA of Parkersburg has raised $114,000 toward meeting its $116,800 goal in this year's fund drive, Smith said. The organization will continue to try to raise money throughout the year as additional requests for financial assistance are received from area families, he said.
The Parkersburg YMCA provided $107,000 in scholarship money for programs last year.
The Y's summer camp, from June 12 through the beginning of August, will provide activities for 150-175 children, Smith said.
About 75 children receive full-day child care each day and 400-500 children are enrolled in the after-school program at the YMCA.
The Sharks swim team is another strong program provided by the YMCA for area youth, Smith said. Swim lessons and other youth sports are offered.
The number and popularity of YMCA programs have skyrocketed in recent years, said Smith, who was named executive director in December 2006.
Shellie Leeson is organizing family events, a new program at the YMCA. She can be contacted on Tuesdays at the Y.
The YMCA serves as an advocate for children and provides exercise options for adults, said Dr. Ort Armstrong, president of the YMCA of Parkersburg's Board of Directors.
Armstrong said the decision three years ago to return to honoring a community leader has helped the Strong Kids Campaign.
The organization is trying to get young, single adults back into the YMCA, Armstrong said.
YMCA membership has dropped over the years as fitness centers have opened in the area, YMCA officials said.
The YMCA of Parkersburg has 4,200 members and 1,800 membership units, which can include several family members in a unit.
The Y has facilities on Broad Street and Market Street in Parkersburg.


text:
Answer the following questions for the functiondefined on the interval . Enter points, such as inflection points in ascending order, i.e. smallest x values first.
Remember that you can enter "pi" for as part of your answer.
A. is concave down on the region to
B. A global minimum for this function occurs at
C. A local maximum for this function which is not a global maximum occurs at
D. The function is increasing on to and on to .
Actually, it's not a test question. It's a homework question (only worth one point). I'm more interested in the method of solving and I already found answers to part of it.
I have found the global minimum to be zero. I found the function to be increasing on the interval 0 to 2.6415926, but I don't know the other interval (the first part is -12.46, but I don't know the endpoint of increase).
I also am having trouble finding where the function is concave down. I took the second derivative, but can't find the local maximum. I think it might be -12.466. Can you give me some hints?


text:
"I pretty much followed the instructions on this web site. I bought the Lucasfilm Archives Helmet Replica ($1000) at a local Halloween shop, and started from there. Next I started construction of the armor. I had my brother free hand the correct shapes to my dimensions on a white undershirt, and from there I traced the patterns onto the galvanized sheet metal (All the sheet metal costs $25). I painted the armor according to the instructions, and the results were great! Next I had to find the jump suit, which was probably the easiest part of the costume. I found it at a local Army/Navy surplus store (10 bucks!). I also bought the military mesh belt, ammo pouches, and military flight gloves there ($40). For the cape, I used this velvet like material that looked really cool! ($9 a yard, 2 yards). For the boots, I just used my OLD dirt bike riding boots, but they looked pretty good! And finally the gun was just an old paintball gun that I had, and thought that it would make a nice addition. Unfortunately no jetpack this year! Not enough time or funds. Next year I plan to make the jetpack, and make better gauntlets, I don't like the way these turned out. The total project set me back about $1200."
Contribute. Collaborating on how you create the costume and/or the stories of becoming Boba Fett are encouraged in addition to your submission.
This site has a lot of goodies.


text:
Updates from Wednesday, Aug. 20
Communications Director of US Swimming Scott Leightman has an encouraging update regarding Missy Franklin's back:
Update: Missy Franklin will race the 200 free this morning in Heat 5. Will then evaluate for 100 back #panpacs2014— Scott Leightman (@scottleightman) August 20, 2014
Original Text
American swimming sensation Missy Franklin is uncertain for the Pan Pacific Swimming Championships after leaving Tuesday's practice with back spasms.
The 19-year-old University of California sophomore is currently in Australia in preparation for the Championships, which begin Thursday. According to the New York Times' Karen Crouse, however, she had to skip practice Wednesday morning, while she is uncertain for her tuneups in the 200-meter freestyle and 100-meter backstroke on Thursday.
Franklin took to Twitter to provide an update, and she didn't sound too concerned.
Had some back spasms after workout today, already feeling better! Thank you for all your support and concern❤— Missy Franklin (@FranklinMissy) August 19, 2014
Still, News Corp's Todd Balym reported she had to be carried from the pool, so it's not something to completely ignore. With so little time to recover, it would appear she'll either have to skip the Championships or race at less than full strength. The Chicago Tribune's Philip Hersh noted why the former route could be detrimental for her status at the 2015 World Championships in Beijing:
If .@FranklinMissy can't swim at Pan Pacs, she could lose places in several events at 2015 worlds under @USA_Swimming selection rules— Philip Hersh (@olyphil) August 20, 2014
It was at the 2011 World Championships that Franklin truly burst onto the national scene, grabbing six gold medals.
If she's forced to miss the Pan Pacific Championships or be limited in any way, it would unquestionably be a major blow for Team USA. Hopefully she is able to make a quick recovery, because the sport is better when the four-time Olympic gold medalist is in the pool.


text:
Audeo Phonak PFE112 Revision II Earphones
" From my point of view these are excellent, both in terms of sound and isolation, plus they look extremely elegant. I am not a 'golden ear' and can't really say much about the harmonics and sound spectrum as I'm really a complete noob here. However even for me I think I'd like a bit more punchy and powerful bass. Nevertheless the sound is basically music to the ears. I..." --iXpertMan
Technical Pro HPT990 Professional Headphone
"Expanding on the pros, other likes- - These cans are pretty comfortable imo, with the velour pads and soft headband. I havent had any problems with pressure points on the headband, and have been able to wear them for several hours on end without much fatigue. Clamping force is just right. Tighter than, for example, a Creative Aurvana Live, but looser than my FA-011s. Fairly light weight. -..." --kidcharlemagne
SONY MDR-CD570 Headphones
"It was 1994 and I was in the middle of recording my first demo with the band. The studio we where at had this supurb Sony MDR750 headphones that I fell in love with ! Great sound, really crisp highs. I came home and told my wife "gotta have that one !" So she went out and was planning to buy me one as a surprise... and came home with the MDR CD570 cause the sales guy made her believe it was the..." --Teska
iHome 2 IN 1 Stereo Speaker/Headphone System
iHome 2 in 1 Stereo Speaker / Headphone System
Technical Pro HP-720 Headphones (Silver)
Technical Pro's groundbreaking new approach to industrial design incorporates advanced technology and striking good looks with rugged construction and a long list of features, providing years of audio enjoyment.


text:
Now that girls are reaching puberty earlier, moms (and dads) realize that they have to have "The Talk" about periods and puberty with their daughters before they reach middle school. So how do you talk to your daughter without intimidating her with the information? And how do you tell her without becoming a nervous wreck?
Here are some tips should make having The Talk a little less stressful:
- Don't reinvent the wheel: Do you have friends with teenage or college age daughters? Ask them how they had The Talk with their daughters! I'm sure your friends can give you some valuable insight and strategies.
- Enlist an ally or two: If you're nervous about talking to your daughter about puberty and body changes, ask her favorite "cool aunt," godmother or older female cousin to help out. Maybe they can join you in the discussion or be the designated go-to person if your daughter feels awkward coming to you with questions. Some girls feel more comfortable chatting about personal matters with dad, so don't be afraid to ask him to help out, too!
- Go to the experts: There are many wonderful books out there that explain puberty, body changes and periods. Our family's favorite is What's Happening to Me? (There's a boy's version, which my son enjoys, too.) Other good ones friends have mentioned are The Care and Keeping of You and My Body, My Self for Girls. These are books that you and your daughter can look at together, or she can read them on her own.
- Get the facts online: Hello Period from U of Kotex is a terrific website for your daughter to explore on her own to get advice from other girls about periods and products.
- Start slowly and make it part of your normal day: If you're at the grocery or drugstore, maybe it's a good time to discuss body odor or hairy legs when you wander down the personal care product aisle together. Ask your daughter if she'd like to pick out a stick of deodorant or some body wash to keep in her bathroom. Or show her the brand of leg shavers you like to use. Make purchasing hygiene products as normal as picking up milk or toothpaste.
Kotex Tween also has some great tips on how to have The Talk with your daughter:
- First, pick the day you'll have the conversation.
- Second, start the conversation right. Kotex Tween suggests making time for just the two of you to talk by having at home spa day. If your daughter's more outgoing, take her out for a meal either alone or with female relatives. It's all about creating a safe space to talk about growing into a young woman and what that means.
- Third, be prepared for the questions she may ask. Kotex Tween has an extensive Q&A section here on periods and gives you answers to fit your daughter's maturity level.
- Finally, take her shopping for the right products. U by Kotex Tween products feature the same absorbent protection as U by Kotex products, but are smaller than Kotex's regular pads. They also come in vibrant new colors and patterns that tweens and teens really like. After shopping, find a special place in her bathroom to store her products in. If she shares a bathroom with younger siblings, she may want to keep her pads and other personal care products in her room.
Have you had The Talk with your daughter yet? How did you handle it?
Disclosure: I wrote this review while participating in a Brand Ambassador Campaign by Mom Central Consulting on behalf of U by Kotex Tween and received products to facilitate my post and a promotional item to thank me for taking the time to participate.
Amazon links are affiliate links. A commission may be earned from a referred sale to their website.


text:
Mumbai >
Advanced Search
Advanced Search
Search ResultsYou searched for: "aided school primary teacher vacancies list", Category: All in Mumbai. 1109 closely matching results found.
Your query returned too many results. Please narrow your results by category or locality or by another keyword search.
|Sort By:
Discussion Forum Search ResultsYour results matched the following discussions:
Discussion Forum - Mumbai
|Date Posted
|Jun 09 2014
|Jan 09 2014
|Jun 05 2014
|Mar 11 2013
|Sep 04 2013
|Feb 20 2012
|Mar 06 2012
|Jan 10 2014
|Jun 05 2014
Products and Brands ResultsYour results matched the following products listings:
|School Bags
|View detailed listing for School Bags in Mumbai - store listings, deals & offers, brands
What would you like to do next:


text:
- Home
- News & Multimedia
- News Releases
- Reclamation Releases Draft Environmental Assessment
Reclamation Releases Draft Environmental Assessment
Media Contact: John Redding, (208) 378-5212
Ron Eggers , (503) 872-2796
For Release: May 06, 2003
The Bureau of Reclamation recently released for public review and comments the Draft Environmental Assessment for its Resource Management Plan for Henry Hagg Lake. The RMP will serve as a blueprint for the future use, management, and site development of federal lands and resources. Ron Eggers, Area Manager for the Lower Columbia Area Office is announcing a public meeting on the Draft Environmental Assessment.
The meeting will be held on Thursday, May 22, from 7:00 p.m.- 9:00 p.m. in the first floor conference room at the Washington County Facilities Management Building, 169 North First Avenue, in Hillsboro, Oregon.
The Draft EA documents main purpose is to evaluate the potential environmental impacts associated with a proposed federal action in this case, developing the RMP. In accordance with the National Environmental Policy Act, Reclamation has examined a range of alternatives to implement the RMP, including a no action alternative.
Henry Hagg Lake was constructed in the 1970s to provide irrigation service for the Tualatin Valley, municipal and industrial water supply for eight communities, as well as flood control and recreation opportunities. The reservoir and surrounding lands are owned by Reclamation, and Scoggins Valley Park is operated and maintained by Washington County.
Stakeholders for Henry Hagg Lake include: private landowners in the area; the communities of Gaston and Forest Grove; Washington County; federal and state natural resource agencies, such as the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife; Irrigation Districts such as the Tualatin Irrigation District; and people who use the area for recreational and other purposes; as well as others.
Reclamation began the process of preparing the RMP for Henry Hagg Lake and Scoggins Valley Park in 2002. The RMP will be a 10-year blueprint for the future use, management, and development of the reservoir.
The meeting will be conducted in facilities meeting accessibility requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Those requiring special accommodations to participate may contact Connie Wensman at (208) 378-5317 at least one week in advance. TDD # (800) 735-2900.
For More Information
Digital, CD ROM, or paper copies of the Draft EA can be ordered directly from Reclamation at the contact listed below, or accessed via Reclamations website. The document is also available for review at the main public libraries in Hillsboro, Forest Grove, and Portland, as well as at the park administrative facility in the park, Washington County - Facility Management Office in Hillsboro, and Reclamations Lower Columbia Area Office in Portland.
Copies of the Newsbrief and Draft EA can be obtained by contacting: Carolyn Burpee Stone, U.S. Bureau of Reclamation, 1150 North Curtis Road, Suite 100, Boise ID 83706-1234. Or by phone at (208) 378-5395, and fax (208) 378-5305. E-mail responses will be taken at: email@example.com.
# # #
Reclamation is the largest wholesale water supplier and the second largest producer of hydroelectric power in the United States, with operations and facilities in the 17 Western States. Its facilities also provide substantial flood control, recreation, and fish and wildlife benefits. Visit our website at www.usbr.gov and follow us on Twitter @USBR.


text:
George Coleman Organ Trio: New York, NY, October 26, 2012
The Jazz Standard
New York, NY
October 26, 2012
Nearing the end of a weeklong residency at New York's Jazz Standard, George Coleman and his Organ Quintet kicked off their sold-out first set on Friday night, October 26, with a New Orleans-like shuffle led by guitarist Russell Malone, allowing the saxophonist's supporting quartet the chance to warm up and stretch.
As the band began a second number reminiscent of Carlos Santana's "Evil Ways," Coleman quietly joined in and took the lead. As the tune progressed, it gradually shifted into a samba mode, and the bandleader improvised, largely around the melody. It was a great opportunity for percussionist Daniel Sadownick to demonstrate his dexterity with an Afro-Cuban feel, while Malone made the song his own with a few well-placed riffs between the beats.
Demonstrating that this was about improvised music, Coleman jumped into the third number without a count in, the band scrambling for a few seconds to find the key, but eventually coming together as the bandleader took the tune into a more straight-ahead groove. Coleman played a short solo and opened the space for Malone, who played mostly around chords, while organist Mike LeDonne and drummer Chuck McPherson kept a tight rhythm section.
Coleman then picked up the microphone, thanked the audience, briefly introduced the band and went right into "Honky Tonk," a classic 12-bar blues played with a Mississippi feel. This was essentially a blues jam, and Malone once again took the lead, playing in the key of E (which reportedly guitarists love but horn players hate) and channeling B.B. King-like licks. Coleman did a lot of soloing here, widely exploring his instruments possibilities to great results. LeDonne took a more conservative approach, playing a solo based on quieter, subtler notes.
The set closed with a "harder" bebop-like piece that was centered on the bandleader's notes-a most perfect way to end one a highly memorable evening.
Related Video
About George Coleman
New York @ Night
Live Reviews
CD/LP/Track Review
- My Horns of Plenty by Mark F. Turner
- 4 Generations of Miles by AAJ Staff
- 4 Generations Of Miles by Jim Santella


text:
The Rail Museum, Cairo, Egypt
Locomotion Cart
It was built by George Stephenson in 1852 and worked till the year 1846
Who are we?
Tour Egypt aims to offer the ultimate Egyptian adventure and intimate knowledge about the country. We offer this unique experience in two ways, the first one is by organizing a tour and coming to Egypt for a visit, whether alone or in a group, and living it firsthand. The second way to experience Egypt is from the comfort of your own home: online.


text:
Chester T. Spickler
Chester Theodore Spickler, 83, of Martinsburg, passed away peacefully Monday, April 22, 2013, at City Hospital.
Born Dec. 31, 1929, in Maugansville, Md., he was the son of the late C. L. "Johnny" Spickler and Edna (Hareford) Spickler.
He was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force and retired from E. I. DuPont.
Mr. Spickler was a member of Robert White Lodge No. 67, A.F. and A.M.; 32nd Degree of Scottish Rite of Free Masonry; and Supreme Forest of the Tall Cedars of Lebanon of North America.
He is survived by one son, Cyrus W. Moler Jr.; two daughters, Mary Grace McMasters and Elizabeth Ann Coleman; four grandchildren, Whitney, Kenneth, Katherine and Mackenzie; nieces and nephews, John, Mark, Doug and Donald Spickler and Karla Troppman; and great nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Ann Catherine (Boyer) Spickler; and two brothers, Mearl E. and Richard "Dick" Spickler.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, April 27, 2013, at Brown Funeral Home with the Rev. Mark Mooney officiating. Interment with military honors will be held at Rosedale Cemetery.
The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, April 26, at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the West Virginia Special Olympics Berkeley County, 279 Corbin Heights Way, Martinsburg, WV 25404.
Online condolences may be offered at www.BrownFuneralHomesWV.com.


text:
Michelob Light
More information about text formats
Now there's no reason to spoil the moment when you want to drink some Coke...
Adland the Commercial archive went online in April 1996. Founded by Dabitch built on beer and braveryAdland is a registered trademark Copyright © 1996-2016 Adland All rights reserved. Assume that all links to Amazon are affiliate links. Adland survives with your support bitcoin:34CBC5ktw5TqzUSTXfEfGkMkNBWK4bFZF1 and Paypal


text:
Hunting the Gray Ghost in South Africa
The local people, whom we saw in the towns along the way, were friendly and helpful; but now, out of town, there were no people nor houses. Luckily we spotted headlights coming down the dusty road towards us, and a young mother with three kids bouncing in the back of her SUV loaded with groceries cheerfully volunteered to drive the two lost New Yorkers to the Amanzi ranch and had us follow her in the total darkness of night. We made it, thanks to Ann's helpfulness.
At Amanzi that evening, we were warmly greeted by old friends, the Fourie Family and staff and treated, or perhaps teased, by our first dinner there of Kudu Lasanga! After dinner, the white wines flowed and by fireside we planned our hunt with their oldest son, Jopie Fourie the PH. It was decided that we would to rise early, at daybreak, and scan the high wooded slopes for Kudu taking in the warmth of the early morning sun following the chilly fall evening of an Afrikan night.
We had sighted in my CZ7 Mauser with a 2.5 x 6 Zeiss 32 MM Scope, and I knew I could be right on even at 200 meters with a rested shot on the Hunting Sticks. I trusted my Dad's hand loads of 7x55 with 139 gr. nosler partition ballistic tip, a very light bullet for 500 lb. game. The challenge, we believed, would be in a rapid, fast and sure shoot with questionable visibility. The Gray Ghost would not be a standing still target with a bull's eye painted on his shoulder and the brush would be heavy and dense in the area we had chosen for the morning hunt.
The morning was still and dark. The coffee and freshly baked biscuits were hot and satisfying. We loaded the truck with a days worth of provisions and water and carefully placed
our rifles and binoculars in secured holders. As our truck slowly entered the valley we could see first gleaming rays of the morning sun breaking over the Eastern mountains and sending slivers of golden light across the mountainsides. A half hour later the mountainsides were fully bathed
in warm Afrikan sun and we trained our binoculars intently on the slopes for the slightest movement of a Kudu.
"There he is," whispered the Professional Hunter, Jopie, as he pointed to a small break in the trees showing a reddish colored rock and a large Kudu bull standing broadsideon it. I immediately reached for my rifle, chambered a round and raised it to my shoulder as Jopie continued to whisper, that's the ONE. As the rifle reached my shoulder, I looked through
the scope, and saw the empty rock. True to his name the Gray Ghost had vanished in an instance.


text:
I'm gonna take a stab in the dark here and guess what you're trying to do... (I'm sick and my brain isn't 100% working)
So you want to rearrange this: and solve for ee(S)??
From the law of logarithms, it can be re-written as:
Then get rid of the logarithm by raising both sides by exp:
Then just expand and solve for ee(S). I think you can carry on from here.


text:
Last night I went to a presentation on calming technologies at Stanford's d.school. Neema Moraveji, who I interviewed last year for my contemplative computing book, is teaching at the d.school now, and with a couple friends offered a course on the subject this spring.
d.compress, via flickr
The event was in the d.school building, which I confess I have mixed feelings about: it's like a perfect distillation of every architectural trick and tic that announces "INNOVATIVE SPACE HERE." Lots of whiteboards? Check. Movable writing surfaces? Check. Cool things that are furniture height but you're not sure if you can sit on them? Check. Walls meeting at odd angles? Check.
And yet, for all its self-awareness and self-promotion, it's a space I quite like. If there was one place other than the library where I'd want to sit and write, it's there.
the d.school, via flickr
It was a fascinating evening, a great bunch of students, and a really good crowd-- lots of design people, of course, but also folks from the Medical School, some entrepreneurs, and other sorts-- a nice indication that this package of ideas is developing some momentum.
The students were all quite thoughtful and even after three months' constant work still enthusiastic about their projects, and yet also willing to hear criticism or suggestions for improvement. As Neema said, "You can't fake calm."
neema's opening remarks, via flickr
Most software aims to help you do things, as Neema explains; calming technology is more helping you be-- specifically, be calmer. Many of the presentations were specifically aimed at changing behaviors or mood, while others took a more indirect approach of helping people do things more calmly-- in effect, at changing being by changing doing.
I'm not going to talk about all the projects, though it's worth saying that all of the projects were intriguing, smart, and even inspiring. Rather, the evening as a whole brought to light a couple issues around the whole enterprise of calm computing and designing for calm that deserve some reflection.
student presentation, via flickr
First, there's a tendency to assume that everything will be good if it's made social, and have a gamification element. Sharing your efforts to be calm provides encouragement to others, and allows them to encourage you, while gamification injects a useful element of friendly competition into the mix.
However, I came away from the evening not sure of the general situations under which sociability can be good for calm, and when it's not; but at the very least, it seems to me that these applications should work well both in public and private. Sunita Mohanty, the creator of an app called Snuggle, reported that one of her users liked the app, but didn't feel the need to share her use of it with others, and already told her fiance everything she told the app.
student presentation, via flickr
This points to something important: that there's an introspective, reflective quality to the use of these applications, and I think that's something we want to encourage as much as possible.
There's another element of sharing, around the question of just what we should share, and how automatic it should be. We're a long way from a point where tweets from my meditation app, my calming app, my focus app, etc. become so numerous that they interfere with other people's calm; but we're probably closer than we think.
But is a 140 character notification the way to share your efforts to become calmer? Or would it be better to encourage a longer, more thoughtful, more introspective reflection-- in effect, to encourage the sharing to be a moment for the user to think about why they're doing what they're doing, how a specific app or trigger fits in their lives, how it works or doesn't?
Of course, as a writer I think of communication-- of writing-- as a form of reflection. But I've also been trying to reduce communication that doesn't have that reflective dimension. For example, I didn't tweet last night's event, because I've taken the Twitter app off my iPhone and iPad. I've done that because I think if the world needs anything from me, it's more books not more tweets, and the latter can get in the way of the former. And arguably even if I don't write another book, having fewer but more thoughtful tweets would be better for everyone.)
space, via flickr
Another big question that the evening raised was, how much can we tweak the tools of social media or behavioral manipulation to encourage greater calm and mindfulness? Many of the prototypes were designed for use on smartphones, or used Facebook or Twitter or SMS in some way. There are obvious virtues of this approach from a developers' point of view-- these SDKs for these platforms are pretty good-- and from a marketing point of view-- these platforms are where the people are.
But can you really flip a bit in systems designed as choice architectures, crafted to nudge people to more mindless behavior, or that seek to redirect behavior in ways that benefit companies and investors at the possible expense of users, and have them promote more thoughtful behavior and very different outcomes?
I would like to think that this is so, but I came away from the evening thinking that it remains to be seen how we can make it happen.
The last big question the evening raised was, when should these applications aim to cultivate skills that you learn to exercise independent of the app, versus promoting calm only through their use?
The question was driven home by an app called Fairfox, which sought to take some of the stress out of negotiating by helping parties find win-win positions. I think this is great, and there are times I could definitely use help in building a negotiating strategy.
But it's a very different thing if you want the app to teach users how to be better negotiators on their own-- how to recognize others' signals, how to understand your own position, how to find endpoints that are mutually satisfactory-- versus expecting them to always turn to the app every time you have to negotiate anything.
make space, via flickr
The first builds a skill; the second risks creating a dependency. Both may create a form of calm, but they have very different sources, and I think that the first is a far more valuable and enduring than the second.
Now, the situation is different for things like Zenware. I'm never going to write a book without a computer (or iPad, or more likely some unholy combination of devices, cloud storage, and the occasional but critical appearance of paper), so in this case it's okay to create tools that promote my calm as a writer, but don't necessarily make me a calmer writer when I'm using other tools.
It's all right for a word processor to help me be while helping me do. Something like a negotiating tool, or a tool that helps prepare me for a medical emergency, might be best designed to ultimately make itself obsolete-- to let me internalize the tools and build the skills necessary to do it for myself.
contemplative computing drafts, via flickr
You might think of it this way. Are you in the hammer business, or the karate business? No matter how good I get with a hammer, I'm never going to have hands solid enough to drive nails. However, if I become a black belt at karate, I have skills that reside within me.
via flickr
One last minor point. There's a tendency to think of efforts like these as really new. Contrast the desire for calm with the addiction of buzz, the interest in people with the desire to maximize productivity, and it's easy to built an oppositional narrative. But Silicon Valley is a product of a counterculture that was into Zen, yoga, and meditation long before they went mainstream. (This is something that was first argued by Theodore Roszak argued in From Satori to Silicon Valley, and many others have since picked up the thread.)
In other words, we can argue over how to design software or devices or use experiences that promote calm-- it's an argument very much worth having-- but I don't think the idea of creating devices that promote calm would have seemed weird to Douglas Engelbart or Steve Jobs.


text:
If you are looking for hot girls cams girls like Cammelia25, then you've come to the right place and I'm sure that you will enjoy your stay because of them. One of the girls that I want you to meet is named Camille1 and she's one amazing girl. Beautiful, sexy, smart and very hot, she is the type of girl that can ruin your marriage in just a second. She is quite the tease for men and it's very easy for her to make them forget about their problems or any other obligations they have… I know this happened to me as well. However, the reason i keep going to her cams sex shows is without a doubt, because of her beauty and those hot legs of hers. It just makes me sweat whenever she touches them slowly and gentle or when she gets them greased with some baby oil to make them even softer. For all those who have a foot fetish, this girl is definitely the one you want to speak to. She'll blow your mind without even having to put in too much effort.
Via Camplace


text:
Early Smoky fishing
View Single Post
Senior Member
Join Date: Jan 2006
Location: irvine ky
Posts: 444
Re: Early Smoky fishing
I began fly fishing SMNP in 1973--I was fresh from Vietnam via a 3 month stop over at Hamilton Air Force Base in Central Calif. where I met Tony,an avid fly fisherman.He showed me how to cast and before long I was hooked.The Smokies housed the best fly fishing close-by so I began coming regularly to the park.Pigeon Forge was just beginning its tourist--trappy,fun and games,kiddy extravaganza take-off.Traffic was modestly bad.Gatlinburg was full of motels,hotels,and shops.It somehow retained a small town feel,that has been lost in the extra man-made glitz found in the post-modern structures popping up thick as jackrabbits on the hills and streets of Gatinburg.It was easy to fall for the charm of Gatlinburg.not to mention the park.I wish the now and then differences were more subtle--Here are a few:
1)I think people were trashier back then,garbage cans overflowed,bears were plentiful,there were not a lot of bear proof trash cans.The park of 2006 is much better cared for.Generally,park-ers are prejidiced if not downright narrow minded about the folks littering the park,
2)Park Fishing is much better managed now,and the fish seem to be larger--the advent of larger numbers of fly fisherman,local and from afar,pressures park authorities strive for better fishing,facilities,etc.Best fishing seemed to be in Abrams--Most awesome fishing was by far in Hazel Creek,because of its location and pure beauty,there was a wildness and danger built into its rarely fished seclusion.
3)I had a Shakespear rig--a cane rod(a cheap one)4wt 7ft--wobbly and heavy matched to reel by the same company--I miss that reel--because when you got a fish on,all **** would break loose.Those reels were loul,loud,loud--that baby would sing a high pitched song that would get on Yoko Ono's nerves.
4)Equipment is better--particularly waders
5)The bad for last--I do not think the park and for that matter the area in general can handle the visitor increase coming.As I understand it,a group of california investors are on the verge of constructing a huge theme park around Seveirville--If this is the case--where will everybody go,stay and play.The GSMNP will have to absorb at least a part of this,It is crowded now--sometimes it is impossible to fish(at lower elevations).When will progress begin to affect the park's ecosystemAt what point will enviromental concerns have to increase relative to the ongoing increase of visitors to the park and beyond?
View Public Profile
Find all posts by lauxier


text:
Elizabethton man sentenced to 20 years in prison
GREENEVILLE, Tenn. - A federal judge in Greeneville has sentenced 32-year-old James Wade Campbell of Elizabethton to 240 months in prison for making methamphetamine.
Campbell and 33-year-old Amber Layne Markland, also from Elizabethton, were indicted in September 2012 and both later pleaded guilty to making 50 grams of meth.
The two were arrested after a fire caused by a meth lab in an Elizabethton apartment in September, 2011. Five months later, they were arrested on state charges involving a second meth lab at another location.
Last month, a judge sentenced Markland to 130 months in prison for her role in the meth labs.
On Wednesday the judge sentenced Campbell, saying his lengthy criminal history and classification as a career offender warranted an enhanced sentence of 240 months followed by eight years of supervised release.
James Wade Campbell
Amber Layne Markland


text:
Minor Mixed Figure Dancing Under 13 Competition
Top ten Irish movies of all time (VIDEOS)
The top ten most popular Irish surnames
Irish words litter New York City slang
How to make traditional Irish potato cakes or "boxty"
Where you should celebrate Christmas in Ireland
Game changer! Norwegian Airlines and their Ryanair-like impact on US/Ireland flights
Happy St. Nicholas Day! Did you know Santa is buried in Ireland
Shock over child abuse at private south Dublin school
The key to Christmas was decorating our tree with my father
Plum and star anise Christmas ham recipe
How an act of immense kindness changed a Northern Irish boy's life
Ballymaloe's mince pies with Irish whiskey cream recipe
The Immaculate Conception - Apparitions of the Virgin Mary in Ireland
No Irish parades for Pope Francis, plans to visit Mountjoy Prison


text:
We help our clients answer these three important questions:
For companies new to social marketing:
- How relevant are digital conversations to my industry and target buyers?
- What would be the value for my company if we engage with social?
- How do we get started?
For companies with social marketing experience:
- Where are digital conversations happening that are influencing our target buyers?
- Who are the people who drive the digital conversations?
- How are we doing with social and what can we do better?
This is how we do it:
Step One – Social Reach and Passion analysis:
- How big is your digital footprint – fans, followers, and the footprint of your competitors?
- What is the likelihood that your company, brand or product are being discussed or that they will be discussed?
Step Two – Digital Conversations Volumes and Trending Topic analysis
- How vibrant is the digital dialog about your category?
- How many conversations happen cross-platforms?
- What is your digital share of voice vis-à-vis the share of digital voice of your competitors?
Step Three – Content and Engagement analysis:
- How effective is your content?
- How well does it fit the needs, passions and pains of your target buyers?
- How engaging is your content?
Step Four – SEO Health Check:
- How well do you attract target buyers to your web properties via organic search?
- How well maintained is your website so it is indexed by search engines?
- How authoritative is your website vis-à-vis your competitors?
Get our free webinar
Download our joint webinar with demandDrive on how to build market reputation and drive sales through Digital Authority.
All Services
Our report discusses your competitive position in social media and search and identifies what your competitors are up to. We comment on the suitability of social marketing to your product, company or industry and provide specific recommendations on using social media, search, PR and online marketing to drive results. Here's a sample Social Media/ SEO Audit we developed for Scribe Software: