text:
Qingdao, China (September 9, 2008) - It was another successful day for Team USA today, with two teams each winning two out of their three races. Nick Scandone (Newport Beach, Calif.) and Maureen McKinnon-Tucker (Marblehead, Mass.) are enjoying the view from the top in the 11-boat SKUD-18 class, after grabbing two bullets and a third place finish today. After also winning two races today, John Ruf (Pewaukee, Wis.) now sits in second place in the 2.4 mR, only one point shy of the leader, Paul Tingley of Canada.
"We couldn't be more proud of their performances," said Head Coach Betsy Alison (Newport, R.I.). "They sailed consistently out on the water and were persistent. That's all we can ask. As long as they stay positive and on track, things will come together in the end."
Ruf credits his two winning performances today with a strong start, fast speed and smart tactical decisions. In a tight and competitive fleet like the 2.4 mR, sailors must rely on finding their edge to claim a lead. One bad start or one missed opportunity, and they're left behind. In Ruf's first race today, he felt his start wasn't stellar but he jumped on the first shift before the rest of the fleet, which gave him the advantage sailing down-wind. He then guided down the shift quicker than the three boats in front of him, so he was able to pass them and take the lead. In contrast, Ruf said he had his best start of the series in the third race of the day, and everything clicked. "I nailed the start, and it was all downhill from there," he said.
"I haven't won that many races in my career, so it's pretty remarkable," said Ruf after racing today. "I have to get myself back on the planet." While Ruf basks in the glow of two bullets today, he knows there's more work to be done. "If I keep my speed up and keep sailing smart, I think things will go well," he said. "I'm looking forward to it."
Ruf's coach, Marko Dahlberg (Ylojarvi, Finland) credits Ruf with his smart tactical decisions on the water: Ruf knows when to tack and how to play with China's strong current. Most importantly, Dahlberg said, "Speed is our key. I think we are the fastest boat in the world."
Scandone and McKinnon-Tucker padded their lead in the SKUD-18 class with two more wins today. They dropped their "worst" score today, an enviable third place finish. Despite a slow start in their first race today, they managed to pick off boats one by one, and claimed the lead by a substantial distance. After a brilliant start in their second race, Scandone and McKinnon-Tucker strongly suspected they started early. Fearing the worst, they circled back and restarted. Despite this initial setback, they relied on their boat speed and a little luck to capture the lead. On the first leg, the fleet leaders mistakenly mistook a mark from another course, and other boats followed suit. Scandone and McKinnon-Tucker diverted from the pack and headed for the correct mark for the SKUD-18 course, capturing the lead.
The duo first started racing together a year ago, when Scandone switched from the 2.4 mR to the double-handed SKUD-18. Ever since, they have been an unstoppable force in this competitive fleet, winning the 2007 U.S. Paralympic Team Trials and US SAILING's 2008 Rolex Miami OCR by wide margins. McKinnon-Tucker credits their teamwork with their success: "Nick and I just really gel, and we work well together as a team," she said. "I feel very privileged to sail with him."
"There isn't a lot of chatter on the boat," she said. "We manage to know what each other is feeling without words. It's different than any other team I have sailed with. Everything just clicks."
"Of course, it could be because we're both Pisces," she added.
The Sonar team of skipper Rick Doerr (Clifton, N.J.), and his crew, Tim Angle (Marblehead, Mass.) and Bill Donohue (Brick, N.J.), faced a tough day on the water today - condition- and competition-wise. The light and shifty breeze forced them to commit to the sides of the course early, but one slight misstep or delay proved to be costly. Despite some good starts, Doerr and his team weren't able to capitalize on the side opportunities when they presented themselves, said Alison. "They're positive and looking forward to the second half of the series," said Alison today. "We have a lot of racing left."
The athletes will be able to recharge their batteries tomorrow during the scheduled Reserve Day. Because they had five races under their belts, sailors were able to drop their worst scores today. After nine races, they will be able to drop a second score. The sailors will race a total of eleven races over five days throughout the week. Medals will be awarded on the final day of racing, Saturday, September 13. There will not be a medal race in the Paralympic Regatta, unlike the Olympic Regatta last month.
Current Standings for U.S. Paralympic Sailors (For full results please visit ISAF's web site: www.sailing.org/24859.php )
SKUD-18: 11 boats
1. Nick Scandone (Newport Beach, Calif., USA) and Maureen McKinnon-Tucker (Marblehead, Mass., USA), 2, 1, 1, 1, (3); 5
2. Daniel Fitzgibbon and Rachael Cox, AUSTRALIA, (4), 2, 2, 2, 2; 8
3. John Scott McRoberts and Stacie Louttit, CANADA, (3), 3, 3, 3, 1; 10
Sonar: 14 boats
1. Bruno Jourdren, Herve Larhant and Nicolas Vimont-Vicary, FRANCE, 4, 1, 1, 2, (8); 8
2. Colin Harrison, Russell Boaden and Graeme Martin, AUSTRALIA, (8), 4, 2, 3, 3; 12
3. Jens Kroker, Robert Prem, Siegmund Mainka, GERMANY, 5, (6), 3, 1, 4; 13
7*. Rick Doerr (Clifton, N.J., USA), Tim Angle (Marblehead, Mass., USA) and Bill Donohue (Brick, N.J., USA), 1, 9, 10, 7, (12); 27
*USA scores are not final; pending protests
2.4 mR: 16 boats
1. Paul Tingley, CANADA, 1, 1, 5, 2, (9); 9
2. John Ruf (Pewaukee, Wis., USA), 2, 6, 1, (9), 1; 10
3. Heiko Kroger, GERMANY, 3, 2, (11), 6, 4; 15


text:
Signature 10' x 12' Shed Kit
About this itemKnock down panel section design for fast, easy assembly.
Kiss your outdoor storage problems good-bye with Star Cedar Sheds 10' x 12' Signature Storage Shed Kit. This shed is large enough for even your biggest storage needs. Store your lawn mower and even off-season patio furniture!
Featuring Shakertown® cedar shingle siding for extra charm, this shed has a functioning window. Place the door on either a gable or eave end. The panels are ready-to-assemble with a few standard household tools, and assembly is a weekend project for one or two people.
Star Cedar sheds are made of natural, environmentally-friendly materials that are made to last a lifetime. Western Red Cedar - often called "the tree of life" - is one of nature's most durable and long-lasting materials. The cedar used in these sheds is harvested from sustainable forests where it is regenerated, wildlife habitats are preserved, and the product is fully able to be recycled and reused. With more natural preservatives than virtually any other species, cedar is resistant to insects, rot, decay, and warping.
For additional questions or concerns regarding this product, please contact the Manufacturer's Customer Service Department at 1.888.509.4492.
Assembled Country
Assembled Size
146" x 117" x 115"
Component Country

subset: commoncrawl


text:
Head out into the wild world of the internet and it seems that everyone has a music production tip to offer you, but what you really want are words of wisdom from the people who've been there and done it.
Lucky for you, then, that we've collated 37 tips from experienced professionals. If you can't learn something from these guys, we can only assume that you know it all already.
1. Liam Howlett, Prodigy
"Buy Superman albums. Y'know, big theme tunes from films. You get a horn section playing a chord and just sample a short section of that. If I hear a chord I like I sample it."
2. Jamie Lidell
"Putting rhythm parts down simultaneously is the essence of capturing a human feel. And sonically, the spillover between the mics in the room is often your best buddy."
3. Nick Rhodes, Duran Duran
"Having a studio at home is like having a gym at home - sometimes you're just better off going out."
4. The Stafford Brothers
"Use high-quality sounds. If you are over-EQing a sound to try and make it fit it's the wrong sound. Move on and find a new one. Plus, always try and read reviews about gear and then download demo versions of plug-ins to get an idea of what they are like."
5. Paul Hartnoll, Orbital
"Vaughn Williams: why does he always write in E minor? Blannng! E minor always sounds so full of mystery and mood. You can almost smell it. Move your chord up a bit and suddenly it's gone."
Dave Spoon: likes Reason, but digs his 808, too.
6. Dave Spoon
"At Night [2006 single] was completely Reason. I wrote it in about two hours. Reason synths, mixed in Reason, the works - it was a defining moment for me."
7. Steve Angello
"I use Logic's own plug-ins. I want to make it as simple as possible. I want a basic sound that I can create myself. If you know your tools then you're king of the studio."
8. Lifelike
"I always take care to make my mixes sound quite old. If you try to do a record that's 'of the moment' you can't be sure that a DJ will play it in ten years time."
9. Prok & Fitch
"We've found this wicked reverb made by QuikQuak called Fusion Field. We've started putting pretty much everything through it other than the kick. We use it on the shortest possible setting so you can't really hear it, but it's started giving our stuff loads of room and it really makes the sounds stand out."
10. Will Gregory, Goldfrapp
"I'm all for progress but the time you spend upgrading your gear is time you spend not making music. We worked with Flood on our last album and he turned up with Logic 4.8 running on OS 9. The results sounded pretty good to me."
Alex Gopher: elbows off the table please young man.
11. Alex Gopher
"It may seem strange working with a compressor on the master channel during the mix but you get a much better sound. It's hard to balance the sound if you mix then add compression later."
12. Luke Vibert
"Depending on what mood I'm in, I can get loads of beats going or just do tiny little bits if I'm not in the mood to do full-on tracks. You should keep everything that you do then there'll come a day when you finish 20 tracks in one day because all they needed was a little bit of arranging."
13. Steve Lipson
"I can't understate the importance of food and parking when you're recording. So long as you've got food and parking then nothing else matters. Technology is nothing without parking."
14. Trevor Horn
"If you want to get somewhere in the music business you should work really hard. That much is obvious. The important bit is that then, if you get some success, don't go out and celebrate. Get back in the studio and get the next stuff sorted out. Otherwise you're like fleas on a dog. You've got to remember that the dog rolls over every few months and a load of fleas fall off…"
15. A Guy Called Gerald
"I have Sundays as my 'sampling days'. I go through old records and CDs and build my sample libraries. Now I've got an entire planet full of sounds I can go through."
16. Arno Cost
"To make a good lead synth, work the sound with effects like reverb, delay and chorus to make it sound large and then add things like a bitcrusher or a phaser or flanger. After that, compression is really useful as it gives you the dynamic but it has to be tactful and well adjusted to sound good. I use the Classic Compressor from Kjaerhus Audio. It's really easy to use and very powerful. I also put a limiter on the master at zero dB.
"Then, I put equalisers on almost every channel (lead, bass, kick, snares, FX, vocal...) to adjust the frequencies. The more you work your samples one by one, the more your beat will sound good."
17. Sigur Rós
"The mic we use most is an old Neumann U47 through a Urei 1178 compressor/limiter. That's the set up we use for all of Jónsi's vocals."
18. Neon Circus
"I can't really explain how to write a track, I think it just happens. We always start with a riff or a beat and go from there. There is one tip a writer gave to me that I took on board: 'Don't over complicate things. If a person with little musical talent can play a melody you wrote on a piano, it's accessible and they'll remember it. Then it's a hook.'"
"One of the hardest things to learn is when not to compress something. I always thought that I should be struggling with compressor settings to get them right but if the instrument sounds fine exactly as it was recorded, just bring up the fader.
"Having a globally objective perspective is also really hard - forcing you to listen to something in the context of the song, not soloed out, and loud. Sometimes, I still have to fight the knee-jerk reaction to process everything and compress it all."
20. Olav Basoski
"The best tip I can think of to become very prolific is to spend less time in the studio! When you're listening to a track over and over again when producing, it really is inevitable that at some point you're just not hearing it anymore, even though you might not even notice this yourself!"
21. Utah Saints
"The biggest Eureka moment for us was probably the simplest, and seems obvious but can really change your perspective, especially if you've been working for a long time. It was 'go on how it sounds, not how it looks'.
"Way too often the way a mix looks - 16dB boost at 800k, no compression, etc - can affect the way people hear their own mixes. Every now and again, turn off the computer monitor, or don't look at the desk and just trust your ears!"
22. Super8 & Tab
"There can't be anything that is not really needed. Everything there has to be there for a reason otherwise those unnecessary hits might destroy the groove and eat up the dynamics which are needed for the other elements. So that's why we always chop our loops into pieces and we take all the unnecessary bits away.
"When there are lots of drum parts, it is really important to use the same quantise for all the drums - also for bits chopped from the loops. Tuning the drums to the key of the song can make a big difference too.
"Sometimes, if we feel drums don't have enough drive or roughness, we do some parallel mixing and send our drum buss to another buss and compress the hell out of it and then mix it with the original drum buss. All the UAD plug-ins are brilliant for drum buss mixing. There's no other plug-ins that can make so nice a top-end and we really like to use UAD's Fairchild to do our slamming parallel mixing."
Simian Mobile Disco: he's behind you.
23. Simian Mobile Disco
"Before archiving a track that you have finished or given up on, try deactivating all the active tracks and reactivating all the inactive tracks. It might be shit on its own but it might be the start of a whole new direction for the track, or something new."
24. Tocadisco
"Almost all the bass sounds in my productions from the last five years came out of Spectrasonics Trilogy. It has an amazing warm and full sound. You almost just need a good bass drum and a Trilogy bass sound and the track is already rocking!"
25. Mr Hudson
"For me there are no rules. I might start with a sample or play some audio in. Or I might plug in a synth and fiddle about. My start up template is 16 audio channels, one record channel, six MIDI instrument channels and a mastering preset which I punch in and out to get a rough idea of what a really squashed radio mix will sound like.
"It feels like I've only scratched the surface with Logic. I love the speed of editing and jumping between arrange page and mix, also working with MIDI and audio at the same time. I probably compress things harder than most people and I mix quite loud. I start with kick, snare and vocal then build round that. It's all about drums. Also, I chop my audio quite brutally and don't worry about everything being snapped to the grid or quantised. I like to keep a loose, organic feel where appropriate. Golden rule is: There are no rules. Just, does it sound good?"
26. Karl Hyde, Underworld
"When I'm writing lyrics and need inspiration, I go for a walk and look at everything around me. I carry a notebook and write it down. When it comes to recording, I sing them straight from the notebook."
27. Yves La Rock
"I've just go hold of Spectrasonics' new Trilian plug-in. It's amazing for bass and it sounds fantastic. It makes the bass sound warmer and rounder allowing you to extend the bandwidth of the bassline."
28. Pete Gooding
"To get a great sound to your drums I would use buss compression on your kick and bass at the same time. You can treat them individually but it's better to isolate them both then put them through the same 'bass' buss. Then compress them together. This will give you a much bigger sound."
Vince Clarke: a fan of happy accidents.
29. Vince Clarke
"Mistakes and accidents often make the songs. If I've got a musical part to be sequenced then I'll already have an idea of the kind of sound I think I'd like and would suit the track. But then, as you program a sound you'll invariably end up with something different. It keeps it fresh and innovative that way."
30. Riton
"My number one bit of gear is my Roland SRE-555 Chorus Echo. It adds movement and takes away the rigidness of the computer as soon as you run a signal through it."
31. Fatboy Slim
"I always find a vocal hook first. That's the most difficult part because other things can always be programmed. I usually stretch a few things but the rule is if it's within three semitones I'll use if but if it's eight semis out I'm wasting my time."
32. Peter Hook
"If you start with a great song you can't really go wrong. There is a saying we have in Manchester: 'You can't polish a turd'…
"I suppose one of the greatest tricks that Martin Hannett [top producer] ever taught us was the use of ambience to create space in a record by pumping the instrument back into a room. So you would record what you wanted then pump it into bigger speakers to give it more space…
"And then you would record the space back. I think that was the biggest thing for me and was the biggest change in a recording technique because it just sort of opened your mind. I mean Martin Hannett was completely mad, he was like a mad professor and literally his imagination had no bounds and if anything, he was always teaching you to be as mad as you like!"
"I always start a session with iZotope Ozone strapped to my master channel. D. Ramirez tipped me off about the CD Widener & Enhancer preset a few years back and it still beats everything else I have hands down for making your music jump out in front of you.
"Start with it on and run all your sounds really hot. A lot of producers who know the theory behind engineering chastise me when they see my mixes. 'You have to start with the kick at about 60% and leave a lot of headroom for mastering etc.' But they're also the people that who ask me how my mix sounds so punchy and loud. I've had calls from mastering engineers from the best studios in the country ask me how I did it."
34. Steve Lawler
"When writing and producing the first thing I do is build the drums, starting with a nice kick or maybe two kicks EQ'd to sound right. When I add percussion I always un-quantise them by pulling back the track delay so it brings the percussion slightly off the kick so you get a more live organic sounding drum loop, I do the same with shakers, tambourines - it all makes your drums more organic.
"When I come to add bass or bottom end to my track, these days I use sub bass more than anything to give the track a heavy dark sound. I don't use any bass sound or module, I simply open up the EXS sampler and play the MIDI controller with no sample going through and get that tone. I then play in my bass melody on the lower keys, and use the Sonalksis TBK filters to get the tone sounding nice and smooth."
35.Gui Boratto
"Most people usually solo things when equalising. I never solo a track when EQing. I'm also a grid freak. When I create something in MIDI I always record and transform it into audio, to have total control of time and to have other options such as EQs, dynamics and effects."
36. Serge Santiago
"It seems to me that everyone believes FL Studio is a child's toy. It isn't, its user interface is fantastic and fast - faster than Cubase or Logic - plus it now boasts some of the best plug-ins around. It's also a great way to sound different.
To get good sound off the master channel, use Image Line's Soundgoodizer along with T-RackS' Brickwall Limiter. That keeps the sound clean without it sounding over compressed."
37. Sean Tyas
"Among the nice features of Logic Pro 8 and 9 is the ability to freely move around your plug-ins from channel to channel, as well as copy them. Simply hold the Command key while dragging any plug-in on your mixer, complete with all your settings intact, to any other channel strip.
"EXS24 is one of the quickest samplers you can possibly ask for, and here's a great reason why: want a bank of kick drums or hi-hats? Open up an empty EXS24, then click the Edit button. Make sure Contiguous Zones is selected. Now go into your Finder and find a nice folder of kicks, hats, whatever. Drag up to about 80 drum samples to the C0 key of the keyboard you see in your Instrument Editor. Bam. Click OK, and you now have an instant bank of all those samples."
Liked this? Then try:
Production tips in every style
The 19 best producers working today
Sign up for our free weekly newsletter
The free MusicRadar newsletter serves up the week's biggest artist and product news stories alongside exclusive tuition and gear reviews. Sign up here!
Follow MusicRadar on Twitter
Get instant updates and bonus content plus chat with the team. Start here!


text:
ESPN reporting that 13 Iowa football players have tested positive for an illegal drug an dthis is tied to the recent hospitalizations from winter conditioning. This is clearly more than an isolated set of individuals.
While Ferentz's status may seem rock solid, this will rock the program and could result in a major setback -- perhaps the first major series of infractions based on PEDs in a major program. Given the historic overachievement of Iowa athletes it isn't impossible to believe.
http://www.statesman.com/sports/five-io ... 17422.html
http://abcnews.go.com/Health/university ... d=12780810


text:
Is there a connection between RLS, or Restless Leg Syndrome, and iron deficiency in women? A medical expert weighs in.
Research suggests there is a connection between Restless Leg Syndrome, or RLS, and iron deficiency in women. Here,�Dr. Susan Madison with the American Board of Sleep Medicine shares what the connection is, explains whether you should be concerned, and offers suggestions to remedy both conditions. Brought to you by: Spry Living


text:
Pizza & Pages Book Group
Category: Book Groups & DiscussionsCategory: KidsCategory: Teens
Location: Children's Program Room
A monthly book club for readers in grades 6-7. Come discuss hilarious stories with librarians Gretchen Kolderup and Cathy Townsend. This month, don't panic as you take to the stars with Arthur Dent and Ford Prefect in The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy by Douglas Adams. Pizza dinner served.
Please register @ 203-594-5002


text:
- Home
- Restaurants
- YWCA Tea Room
YWCA Tea Room
118 Vine Street, Evansville, IN 47708 |
Get Directions
Phone: (812) 422-1191
Specialty Dishes: Herb Chicken Salad Sandwich
The YWCA Tea Room first opened for women travelers looking to escape the male-centric roadside restaurants of the 1920s, says Alton. Today both men and women enjoy the Tea Room's Famous Herb Chicken Salad Sandwich and homemade pecan pie.
See an error? Report This Listing


text:
Debate lacks on major U.S. issue
What gets lost in the large and loud national debates over immigration reform and gun-control legislation may be an issue of greater significance to the United States right now: the entitlement factor.
Too many in America – through personal choice – are getting by without working. This means they are not contributing to our society and governments through taxes.
Those who have been laid off and actively searching for work, it must be noted, are not part of the problem.
As we have seen in Chautauqua County over the past year, the entitlement picture is quite bleak. In December, according to New York state, 5,858 residents here received more than $1.4 million in assistance. That number decreased by 510 residents and $200,000 in aid from December 2011.
County officials, however, do report minimal success with the welfare to work program in the last year, which averages a participation rate of 32 percent in the state. In December 2011, the county rate was about 10 percent. Last month, the rate had risen to 17 percent.
Nationally, social welfare programs have grown at an even greater rate. Nicholas Eberstadt, author of "A Nation of Takers: America's Entitlement Epidemic" wrote this last week in The Wall Street Journal:
"In 1960, according to the Office of Management and Budget, social welfare programs accounted for less than a third of all federal spending. Today, entitlement programs accounted for nearly two-thirds of federal spending. In other words, welfare spending is nearly twice as much as defense, justice and everything else Washington does – combined. In effect, the federal government has become an entitlement machine."
That "machine," unfortunately, shows no signs of slowing down.
A recent poll proves an emotional issue has no easy answer.
On Sunday, our Newsmaker of the month called for the elimination of the Silver Creek Police Department. A poll at our Web site – www.observertoday.com – found that more than half the respondents, 52 percent, agree with our suggestion.
One reader did send us a letter criticizing our view. "I realize that you are the publisher of the paper and that entitles you to a certain amount of literary license. That does not entitle you to use that license to vent your personal vendettas on village police departments," the Silver Creek resident wrote. "If you want to save the village money, get rid of the Department of Public Works."
All told, 426 people voted on the poll regarding the department.
John D'Agostino is the OBSERVER publisher. Send comments to firstname.lastname@example.com or call 366-3000, ext. 401.


text:
George Hendrickson
GWINN – George Hendrickson, 82, of Gwinn, passed away Friday morning, Jan. 18, 2013, at his home, surrounded by his family and under the care of Lake Superior Hospice.
George was born May 30, 1930, in Allouez Township to the late Arthur and Lempi Marie (Lepisto) Hendrickson.
He proudly served his country with the U.S. Army.
On Feb. 13, 1952, George married the former Inez E. Niemela at Bethlehem Finnish Lutheran Church in Detroit and enjoyed nearly 61 years of marriage together.
George retired in 1985 from the U.S. Civil Service, having been employed at the former K.I. Sawyer Air Force Base in heating maintenance for many years. After retiring, he and his wife spent three winters in Florida and the following 26 winters in Texas.
He was a member of Grace Lutheran Church in Gwinn.
In his free time, George enjoyed golfing, baseball, reading and making things in his workshop at home.
Survivors include his wife, Inez of Gwinn; two sons, Terry (Donna) Hendrickson of Camp Douglas, Wis. and Curtis (Jennifer) Hendrickson of Lawrenceville, Ga.; two brothers, Raymond (Catherine) Hendrickson of Gladstone and Kenneth Hendrickson of Fowlerville, Mich.; six granddaughters, Aina Mae, Arianna, Kathryn, Christa, Sofie and Ciera Hendrickson.
Preceding him in death besides his parents was a son, Jay Ardell Hendrickson on June 6, 2003.
A memorial service will he held Tuesday at 3 p.m. in Grace Lutheran Church in Gwinn with the Rev. Rell Spikerman officiating. The family will greet relatives and friends immediately following the service at a luncheon to be served in the church fellowship hall.
Those wishing to make an expression of sympathy are kindly asked to consider the American Cancer Society.
The Canale-Gwinn Funral Home is assisting the family, where memories may be shared at canalefuneral.com.


text:
Tampa Bay Bucs Training Camp: Day III
The Tampa Bay Bucs signed linebacker Nate Triplett. Linebacker Thomas Wilson is no longer on the team's 90-man training camp roster. Triplett was a fifth-round pick of the Minnesota Vikings out of the University of Minnesota. Last season, he was on the San Diego and Indianapolis squads. First Day of Pads The team put on the pads for the first time and even though they didn't fully tackle, they had good contact. There was one fumble on the day and… Read More »


text:
G5-PG710 Heavy duty front and rear ball bearing installation for smoother running, maximum R.P.M.'S. Added winding capacity which increases starting torque and allows the motor to run cooler increasing the durability factor and performance under heavy use conditions. Variable 110/220 volt 50/60 hertz with stainless steel shaft for longer wear. Can be converted for domestic or overseas use. Manufactured as per UL requirements.
*This unit is shipped wired for 110*
*We're sorry, shipping is only included in the 48 Contiguous States. Alaska & Hawaii require additional shipping due to much higher costs of FedEx delivery to these locations. Please contact Customer Service @ 1-209-369-2154 for a shipping quote. ------------------------US SHIPMENT ONLY------------------------ FOR OVERSEAS MODELS PLEASE CONTACT: Australia please contact: Champion Juicers of Australia @ +61 08 8752 0333 Europe please contact: UK Juicers @ +44 (0) 1904 757070 Germany please contact Keimling @ +49 4161 5116 135


text:
You are using Internet Explorer version 11. Compatibility View must be turned on in order for you to view the site using this browser.
Dear Participant,
Google plans to begin phasing out support of these older browsers on the Google Docs suite and the Google Sites editor on March 1, 2010. After that point, certain functionality within these applications may have higher latency and may not work correctly in these older browsers. Later in 2010, Google will start to phase out support for these browsers for Google Mail and Google Calendar.
Google Apps will continue to support Internet Explorer 7.0 (IE 7) and above, Firefox 3.0 and above, Google Chrome 4.0 and above, and Safari 3.0 and above.
Users on these older browsers will see a message in Google Docs and the Google Sites editor explaining this change and asking them to upgrade their browser. We recommend that you take the time now to install Internet Explorer 7.0 to avoid any potential issues.
To install Internet Explorer 7.0 (IE 7) now, please click here.
If you have any questions about browser support of ArmyFRG or Google Apps, you may contact technical support at firstname.lastname@example.com.
Shaunya M. Murrill, Technology Manager
Family Programs Directorate
Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation Command Alexandria, VA 22302


text: Each Solaire grill has a "rocket under the hood" - the Solaire Infrared Burner. This superior burner gives you the high heat necessary to lock in the juices for a more tasty, flavorful food product than you can ever get from a conventional barbecue grill. The finest steakhouses use high heat - you can too with a Solaire Infrared Grill. Become the undisputed wizard of backyard grilling, the envy of your neighborhood, and the hero of your family when you serve them juicy, flavorful food never before had with a barbecue grill. Make grilling an everyday occurrence rather than just a weekend event with the convenience of Solaire Infrared Gas Grills!


text:
Topic: User Management Using Salted Hash Login Generator
This is a simple tutorial for RoR beginners.
This tutorial is meant for those using the Salted Hash Login Generator.
Problem: You need a login system that will show the user their information only. For example: A user has many blog entries and they should only be able to edit their blog entry.
Solution: Very simple! You just asign a foreign key to the model associated with the user (for this we'll use user_id).
After you install and configure the Slated Hash Login Generator add the following:
1. Relate the Post model with the User model using has_many and belongs_to.
class User < ActiveRecord::Base
has_many :posts,
:class_name => "User",
:foreign_key => "user_id"
class Posts < ActiveRecord::Base
belongs_to :user,
:class_name => "User",
:foreign_key => "user_id"
2. Edit def create and def list in your Posts controller so you are adding the user's id to each post and calling the correct query for list/show.
class PostsController < ApplicationController
def create
@post = Post.new(params[:post])
@post.user_id = @session['user'].id
def list
@posts = Post.find(:all,
:conditions => ['user_id = ?', @session['user'].id])
There you have it! It's that simple. If you have questions with this tutorial you can shoot me an email and I will be happy to assist you where possible.
Last edited by patrick@iws (2006-11-11 23:48:20)


text:
You want more control? Less flat spots? You want something specifically formulated for what you skate? The Bones SPF GFL Destroy Cancer Orange Wheels are that. These wheels are made with Bone's Skatepark Formula as well as locally, right here in the U.S. Skater engineered and designed. Sizes available as seen below. Graphics at one side. Available in colorways as seen below. Colors are limited to specific size. See colors below for correlating size. Sizes available as seen below. Wheels sold in set of four.
- Formula: SPF
- Color: Orange
- Surface: Smooth


text:
Ching-He Huang demonstrates how to make popular Singapore noodles.
Ching-He Huang shows a friend from school how to make mu shu chicken.
Ginger, garlic and onions blend with black beans and snapper in this dish.
Ching-He Huang catches langoustine, or large prawns, then cooks them fresh.
Steamed spinach is drizzled with a dressing of soy sauce, honey and sesame.
Bobby gets a master to teach him the art of making fresh egg noodles.
Champagne makes the lemon and lychee flavors in this cocktail dance.
Teacups are the perfect vessels for presenting this delicate egg dish.
Ching-He Huang gives expert tips on shopping for and cooking with a wok.
Ching is joined by a tea master for a Chinese tea ceremony.
Get Cooking Channel on your TV.


text:
Stentor wrote:Marco, you said you got a lot of umami from the third infusion of Fuji Super Premium. I will try the Fuji Super Premium again to see if I can find out what umami is in the third infusion. So thanks for the hint
What I got a lot from the Fuji Super Premium in my first tasting was sort of a spinach and salmon taste (in a good way). It really made me think of a rice with spinach and salmon dish that I make every once in a while. Is that it?
Stentor wrote:I think this is more of a tea to sit down and take some time with rather than to just have a cup sitting on your desk to sip from casually. A nice tea to have with company who aren't used to drinking green tea for sure.
...but LOL, I'm not exactly describing the taste here, am I?
entropyembrace wrote:btw....this OTTI is really making me want a smaller kyusu!
I only had 1 go with each sample
iannon wrote:entropyembrace wrote:btw....this OTTI is really making me want a smaller kyusu!
I only had 1 go with each sample
ha ha! coming around to the smaller steeps are we?


text:
Game Central Tall in Black
About this itemThe Game Central organizes all of your consoles, controllers, games, small accessories, and even guitars.
Enrich your video gaming experience with this all-in-one game console, accessory and organizational storage unit. If you love gaming (or have a teenager who does), but hate the disorganized mess created by random piles of video games and gaming accessories, then Atlantic's Game Central Media Storage Stand is the ideal solution for all of your gaming organization and storage needs. Versatile and sophisticated, this space-saving gaming storage unit is perfect for your family room, game room or bedroom and is all wrapped up in a minimalist, modern design that will look great in your home.
User Features - Everyone from the casual video game player, to the serious gamer will reap the tremendous benefits of Atlantic's Game Central Media Storage Stand. This multi-purpose gaming organizational and storage unit accommodates three video game consoles, four standard game controllers, two guitar controllers and 80 dvd games (Wii) or 96 blu-ray games (PSP/Xbox). You also have the option to use one of the shelves for storing remote controls, video game magazines and other gaming accessories. Defeat the clutter and get organized with the Game Central Media Storage Stand.
Design Features - The Game Central Media Storage Stand's sleek all-black exterior and silver steel rod game controller hooks infuse this multi-purpose gaming and media storage unit with an elegant contemporary style. The unit's compact footprint molds to the space it occupies, but never dominates its surroundings. Both functional and durable, the minimalist exterior of Atlantic's Game Central Media Storage Stand suits either traditional or modern style home interiors.
Construction Features - In addition to the durable black finished composite wood construction and silver steel rod game and guitar controller hooks, this gaming and media storage unit is complimented by a wall anchor attachment, rear steel rod cross bars and an extra-wide base for added stability and support. Atlantic's Game Central Media Storage Stand is built to last and designed to secure and protect your game consoles, games and accessories.
- Multiple console, game and accessory storage
- Stores two guitars, four controllers, and 80 DVDs/games
- Alternatively holds 96 Blu-ray discs
- Five fixed shelves
- Wall anchor kit included
- Extended base for stability
- Easy assembly
Assembled Country
Assembled Size
- LxWxH (in): 20 x 11.24 x 49.35
- Weight (lbs): 13.90
Component Country


text:
Hosting a site with its own domain name on A/I servers
A/I can host your web site also with its own domain name. We cannot register it, but to do this you can turn to any commercial registrar; what we can do to help you is advising you the registrar we have chosen:
You will then have to set the registrar domain configuration so as to use the A/I nameservers (DNS), use the following name servers (note: NS records should contain names, not IPs):
ns1.investici.org 18.104.22.168 ns2.investici.org 18.104.22.168 ns3.investici.org 188.8.131.52Do not forget how to access your registrar domain panel! It is possible that, on rare occasions, IPs above can change: you will eventually need to update your domain configuration. We'll try to give notice of these changes through our blog.


text:
If you're looking to learn new skills, increase your confidence on the bike, or simply enjoy the sport like never before, our mountain bike camps are for you.
Based in Whistler and traveling throughout Western Canada and the US, we offer personalized instruction, professional programming, and an incredibly skilled, enthusiastic, and supportive coaching staff.
In the past sixteen years we've taught over 13,000 participants, cross-country and downhill, beginner through advanced. Our 2017 schedule includes 20 camps, with 16 women's only, and 4 co-ed. Learn more here.


text:
Meknes is an engaging Imperial capital which is pleasant to live in. Despite the wealth of its historic heritage, it has retained the simplicity of its origins.
In the 17th century, the Alaouite sultan Moulay Ismaël decided to make Meknes one of the most beautiful and powerful Imperial cities in Morocco. And still today, protected by around 40km of walls, it has preserved imposing monuments, including numerous mosques which earn it its nickname of the "city of a hundred minarets". Among them, the Great Mosque, probably founded in the 12th century, is remarkable for its gates with beautiful sculpted canopies. Its medina and the remains of the royal palace earned Meknès a place on Unesco's world heritage list. The city is still prosperous, benefiting from the harvests of the fertile Saïs plains (grain, olives and grapes).
Considered to be one of the most beautiful gates in the world, Bab Mansour was constructed at the beginning of the 18th century. It is the entrance to the Imperial city proper, where a visit to the sultan's mausoleum is still of interest. You can also meditate on the edge of the Agdal pond, an immense rectangular basin.
Meknes has one of the busiest medinas in Morocco. The Place El-Hedime, located exactly between the old town and the Imperial part of the city, houses the covered market and becomes busy at dusk: fire-swallowers, storytellers, animal trainers and jugglers create an atmosphere different from anything you are used to.
The regional ethnographic museum, which has its home in the Dar Jamaï palace, is arranged seamlessly around a superb Andalusian garden. Gold stitching, faience and ancient jewelry give a comprehensive glimpse into the Kingdom's past splendors.
The largest Roman archeological site in Morocco lies 31km north of Meknès: Volubilis. Triumphal arch, capitol building, house of Bacchus – everything testifies to the city's splendor and its economical and political weight. Not to mention the moving delicacy of the mosaics. Allow at least two hours to discover this open-air treasure.
Meknès became an Imperial city in the 17th century. Moulay Ismaël's reign has led historians to compare the pomp of Meknes with that of Versailles.
Need vacation ideas?


text:
In order to access the full text of the current issue and all archived issues of the
Harvard Education Letter
, you must be a subscriber. For more information on subscriptions, including rates,
click here
If you are already a subscriber, please enter your customer number in the space provided below and you will be logged on to the website. Your customer number is located above your name on the mailing panel of the envelope in which your copy of the
Harvard Education Letter
is mailed.


text:
University Home > Busch Student Center > Student Tech Service Center > Hardware and Software Discounts > Software Discounts > Laptop Security
When it comes to laptop security, physical security of the equipment is the first step in protecting against laptop and data theft. There are two options ITS suggests for student use:
Kingston Locks offers several physical lock options, keyed or combination portable locks for student laptops. This type of security provides a cable and lock attaches to laptop via the Kensington Security Slot found in 99% of computers and then tether to a non-moveable object, suck as a desk leg.
LoJack for Laptops features remote data and device security to prevent use of a lost laptop, protect privacy remotely, and map a laptop's location. The service includes a dedicated theft recovery team that works with local law enforcement to track a stolen laptop.
There are pro's and con's to either choice, parents and students need to seriously consider the differences and choose the option that will better fit individual students.


text:
Bored and found this math question... Lets get back to school... what is the answer for...
6 ÷ 2(1+2)
Fabien wrote:The answer shown in ImageShack is wrong
In this equation, priority is given to the operation 2(1+2) before 6÷2.
So, the right answer should be 1.
AdamMY wrote:I should say rarely would someone in real life write a problem like that, and problems of that nature are supposed to be intentionally misleading.
AdamMY wrote:If you are going to discuss math, at least ask interesting questions. Such as stuff relating to what I have been working on, but accessible to lay people who want to think logically.
Assuming between two people they either know each other or they do not. What is the smallest group of people you must assemble such that you either have 3 of them which all know each other, or 3 of them that do not know each other?


text:
Keeping patients safe
Keeping patients safe during their stay in the hospital is a big priority for a team of people who work behind the scenes at Trinity Health in Minot. The Care Enhancement Team at Trinity Health, in observance of National Patient Safety Awareness Week, held a Safety Fair on March 5-6 in the Trinity Hospital Skywalk.
The Care Enhancement Team provides education to the staff at Trinity and politely coaches them on correcting errors if they are not following the correct procedures, explained Andrea Roedocker, regulatory standards coordinator for Trinity Health. The team has held safety fairs in the past and the fair seemed like a more interesting activity than sitting in a classroom, she continued. It wasn't a requirement for the staff to attend the safety fair, Roedocker said, but some of the departments made it mandatory and all staff were encouraged to attend. The Care Enhancement Team also sent out informational packets from the safety fair to nearby rural hospitals.
The purpose of the safety fair was to increase understanding of patient safety in a hospital setting and provide top-of-mind awareness among Trinity Health staff regarding care practices that make care safer for patients, according to the news release.
Roedocker said this year's Safety Fair was well-attended. On the first day of the fair, about 150 people attended and about 50 students from Minot High School were also in attendance, she added.
"The Safety Fair gives a different perspective on things and the possibility of hazards in patients' rooms," Roedocker noted.
Featured were information on the National Patient Safety Goals, stroke care and infection control. Also featured was a "Room of Horrors," a mock hospital room set up with safety errors to challenge employees to spot and list as many safety errors as their trained eyes could detect. Roedocker said they have set up a room like that in the past and this time it was put together by clinical nurse educators. They thought of hazards they had seen in rooms in the past, she added. There were 21 things wrong in the mock hospital room, Roedocker noted, but other hazards were found along the way. Sample errors included improperly placed IV lines, outdated drugs, medication bottles with similar names next to one another, trash on the floor and a confidential patient record wide open for all to see.
"Safety is all about patient care, but we can't forget about visitors and staff," Roedocker said. "The 'Room or Horrors' helps to make it fun and humorous and gives the staff more of a hands-on experience than just sitting in the classroom."
According to Roedocker, the Safety Fair was a teaching opportunity to the staff from the Care Enhancement Team and provided a comfortable setting for people to ask questions. The fair also opened their eyes to notice potential hazards in patients' rooms, she added.
"We (the Care Enhancement Team) is constantly self-evaluating and trying to improve hospital and patient safety, then an outside agency comes in so procedures are highly regulated and constantly evolving," Roedocker said.


text:
Female residents in Preesall, Lancashire were becoming anxious of a ladies underwear thief and were surprised to find that the lead suspect was actually the mayor of the town. Local women had begun to call police after they noticed that multiple articles of clothing began disappearing from their homes. One woman in particular was so nervous about the ongoing perverted thefts, that she installed a hidden camcorder into her home.
The video she recorded was of a half naked man breaking into her house stealing her underwear, putting them on, and then performing lewd sexual acts with them. Upon further investigation police were able to determine that the underwear thief was none other than the local Mayor Ian Stanford. Stanford had been an independent member of the town council for years and was only recently elected as the mayor for a second term. …Read More →


text:
Saturday, August 1, 2009
Intelligence: News
Special Report: Not Your Usual Paris Air Show
The worldwide economic downturn put a cloud over this biennial exposition, but it didn't totally dampen spirits. Editor-at-Large David Jensen's coverage from the Paris Air Show, held in June, is featured throughout this month's Intelligence section.
At first blush, it appeared like past Paris Air Shows: screaming fighter jets corkscrewing into the sky, a plethora of aircraft parked wing-to-tail along a blocks-long flight line, and a throng of aviation professionals and enthusiasts scurrying like ants in halls among the displays. Indeed, despite the absence of key original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), such as Cessna Aircraft and Gulfstream Aerospace (which reportedly find the European Business Aviation Conference & Exhibition [EBACE] a more fruitful venue), show officials could claim the number of exhibitors this year (more than 2,000) exceeds that of all the previous 48 Paris Air Shows.
However, it didn't take long to sense a distinct mood at this year's exposition. It was quieter, less exuberant. And, not surprisingly, virtually every conversation and media briefing referred to the current, worldwide economic downturn. Many exhibitors brought fewer of their staff to Paris, and some closed their chalets early. Have "lean" manufacturing and support practices been applied to air show participation? Apparently so.
There seemed to be no sense of gloom, however. Perhaps because the industry has witnessed economic ups and downs before or because its developmental lead times make it accustomed to looking years into the future, the attitude appeared to be that today's worldwide recession, too, will pass and that this is a good time to do business in preparation for a recovery.
Boeing gave one of the most upbeat economic outlooks, even though it cut production rates this year and suffered more than 60 order cancellations, primarily for its new 787, which did not make its maiden flight by show time, as some had hoped. "We may have reached bottom in freight and air traffic, and we're perhaps bouncing off the floor," said Scott Carson, executive vice president for Boeing Commercial Airplanes. Foreseeing a "long-term, robust" commercial aviation market, Carson believes the current credit squeeze will end soon, and the recovery could begin as early as mid 2010, "even a modest recovery in late '09."
Carson said Boeing revised its 20-year forecast, and the company now predicts a global commercial fleet of 35,600 aircraft by 2027, 200 fewer than before the revision. Boeing sees a strong single-aisle market because carriers will be offering more flight choices and more direct routes to destinations. Carson acknowledged constraints such as environmental regulations, but predicted the certification of low-carbon fuels within two to three years and a carbon-free aviation industry by 2040.
Other economic forecasts were not as upbeat. Louis Gallois, chief executive of Airbus parent EADS, wouldn't predict either the depth of the recession or the timing of a recovery. Mairead Lavery, vice president, strategy and business development for Bombardier, said his company anticipates "continued volatility" in the industry in the near term but adds, "the market fundamentals are strong in the long term." Over the next 10 years, Bombardier forecasts the delivery of 11,500 business aircraft worth $256 billion and 12,400 commercial aircraft in the 20- to 149-seat market worth $589 billion, according to Lavery. Another Bombardier official confided that while sales activity was "totally flat" during this year's early months, there has been "some activity" recently. Perhaps most downbeat was the Intl Air Transport Association (IATA), which nearly doubled its March prediction of airline losses in 2009, from $4.7 billion to $9 billion. IATA's director general and CEO, Giovanni Bisignani, also warned that a glimmer of economic hope "can send oil prices higher."
It should be noted that this year's Paris Air Show wasn't devoid of new aircraft orders. For example, Qatar Airways signed a contract at the show for 24 A320s powered by V2500 engines. But the number of orders were dwarfed by those from past shows. OEMs, therefore, tended to talk more of new green technologies, aircraft sustainability and the much-anticipated economic recovery. — David Jensen, Editor-at-Large
Etihad's Big Expansion Benefits ADAT
Despite the aviation industry's unclear economic outlook, many of the major maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) companies exhibiting at Paris, could report expansion in business and capabilities. Not surprisingly, Abu Dhabi Aircraft Technologies (ADAT) plans to significantly increase engine repair and overhaul capacity, taking in more engine types. It is not surprising because its principal customer, Etihad Airways, announced at Paris a record $7-billion order for 239 engines, plus 19 spares, to power the 100 aircraft the Abu Dhabi-based airline has on order. (Etihad holds options for 105 additional aircraft, which means the potential engine order could reach 469, worth $14 billion.) To service Etihad's aircraft and engines, ADAT signed several key agreements at Paris. One, with GE, will make ADAT the world's first MRO network provider for the GE GEnx-1B and -2B engines. This corresponds with Etihad's announcement at Paris that it will acquire 78 GEnx-1B engines to power its 35 Boeing 787-9s on order. The GEnx engine, incidentally, made its maiden public appearance at the Paris exposition. ADAT is also set to become a member of GE's network of On-Wing Support (OWS) service providers, initially focusing on the GE90 engine and subsequently adding the GEnx. Ten 777-300ERs, also part of Etihad's new aircraft order, will be powered by the GE90-115B, for which ADAT will establish a modular capability. ADAT also signed an agreement with Intl Aero Engines (IAE — a consortium comprising Pratt & Whitney, Rolls-Royce, MTU Aero Engines and Japan's Aero Engines Corp.) to become, by 2011, the Middle East's first IAE-approved shop for the V2500-A5 and V2500 SelectOne engines. Etihad ordered 44 V2500 SelectOne powerplants for the 20 Airbus A320s it ordered. Adding to its Etihad business, ADAT will seek maintenance and repair work on the GEnx and V2500 engines from customers throughout the Mideast and North Africa. In addition, the MRO announced an agreement with Engine Alliance (EA — a Pratt & Whitney/GE partnership) to become an EA-branded repair and overhaul provider for the GP7200 engine in the region. Thus it will be capable of servicing the 45 engines Etihad ordered for its 10 A380s. Software and hardware upgrades will be made to ADAT's single engine test cell to accommodate the new engine types. Expansion in engine-maintenance capabilities represents only part of ADAT's growth. Its new paint hangar has been operational for about six months, and in the August/September 2010 timeframe, the MRO plans to open a new maintenance hangar capable of taking in three Boeing 777s at Abu Dhabi Intl Airport. Ian Wolfe, ADAT's chief commercial officer, told AM the company also is constructing a new and expanded wheel and brake shop, mainly to support Etihad's fleet expansion. He reported that ADAT's airframe overhaul work, representing some 40 percent of its business, has grown in both revenue and man hours, the latter expected to reach two million this year.
Growth Continues at Other MROs
ADAT wasn't alone in announcing growth. GE Aviation, StandardAero and the Canadian low-cost carrier, WestJet, signed a 12-year deal at Paris valued at $850 million. It covers the MRO of CFM56-7 engines powering WestJet's 79 Boeing 737NGs. Under the agreement, GE will supply the material and high-technology component repair to StandardAero, which will provide the engine MRO. WestJet's engines will be serviced at StandardAero's Winnipeg facility. Construction of an 80,000-square-foot facility currently is taking place to house maintenance and overhaul of the GE CF34 engine for regional aircraft. The new facility, which is scheduled to be operational later this summer, will have the capacity to overhaul 300 engines annually, according to Ian Smart, StandardAero's senior vice president of airlines and fleets. Ground-breaking was scheduled to take place in July for the second expansion, which will provide an additional 25,000 square feet for CFM56-7 work. Smart said this facility will be able to overhaul 50 engines a year. Each expansion will include a new engine test cell; both cells will be able to test the CF34 and CFM56-7 engines.
ST Aero, Xiamen Partner
MRO giant ST Aerospace reported at Paris that it has established a joint venture with Xiamen Aviation Industry Co. to build a new engine repair and overhaul business, ST Aerospace Technologies (Xiamen) Co. (STATCO), in the southeast Chinese city of Xiamen. ST Aerospace president Tay Kok Khiang told AM the 306,770-square-foot facility, which will work on CFM56-5s and -7s and have the capacity of overhauling 300 engines annually, will be operational by the end of this year.
Further expansion in China includes a second maintenance facility in Shanghai. Built for the Shanghai Technologies Aerospace Co. (STARCO), a joint venture with China Eastern Airlines, the new facility will include ST Aerospace's first hangar large enough to house the A380. Constructed at Shanghai's Pudong Intl Airport, the new hangar will be near STARCO's two hangars at Shanghai's other airport, Hongqiao Intl. Combined, the three hangars can take in up to six widebodies and three narrowbodies for airframe maintenance simultaneously.
Outside of Asia, ST Aerospace also is expanding, having acquired STA Solutions (formerly SAS Component) in Europe and set up a new airframe maintenance and overhaul facility in Panama.
In addition, the Singapore-based company currently is working with GE to install the tooling necessary to make its subsidiary, STA Engines, an On Wing Support provider for the GEnx-1B and -2B engines. In January, ST Aerospace signed a 20-year agreement with GE to provide the service.
ST Aerospace's president said his company's network of facilities, in nine countries, can work on a total of 25 widebodies and 43 narrowbodies at one time.
He emphasized, however, that while half of the work comprises airframe overhaul, growth has been in component and engine repair. ST Aerospace has enjoyed a steady increase in revenue from 2001 to 2008, and its worldwide workforce has grown to about 8,000 employees.
Moving Business to Brazil
TAP Maintenance & Engineering made no announcement at the Paris exposition, but told AM it currently is expanding Airbus maintenance and overhaul in Brazil, which the Lisbon, Portugal-based company attained when it purchased Varig Engineering & Maintenance in 2005. The centers, in Rio de Janeiro and Porto Alegre, once worked largely on Boeing aircraft; however, TAP-Portugal, which primarily services Airbus aircraft, started transferring Airbus overhaul and maintenance to Brazil last year. TAP-Brazil has been working on A310 and A300-600 aircraft, and according to marketing sales director Armando Ferreira, it is expected to receive FAA certification in July and EASA certification in August to provide repair and heavy maintenance on the A330 and A340 in the South American country as well.
"When the economy picks up, we will be shifting more and more of our [Airbus] widebody work to Brazil. Our capacity in Lisbon is limited," said Ferreira, referring to TAP's base in Portugal. TAP recently integrated its Portuguese and Brazilian sales and marketing teams, and presented itself at the air show as a fully unified, transatlantic company.
Consolidation at SR Technics
SR Technics, a Swiss-based sister company to ADAT, didn't announce facilities expansion. Indeed, it has closed its Dublin, Ireland, maintenance center and will be fully removed from the site by this year's third quarter. It did introduce at Paris an equal maintenance package for the A320 family of aircraft.
Called an "E-check," this service was designed to reduce aircraft down time by 17 days over a six-year period by converting the traditional A- and C-check tasks into a sequence of 36 labor packages. Each package takes eight hours, which means it can be completed overnight. SR Technics launched this concept with easyJet and now offers it to the commercial aircraft market. In addition, ADAT's Ian Wolfe said his company and SR Technics plan to work jointly in expanding its component repair capability. "We're looking at avionics particularly," he told AM. "That's our next big growth opportunity."
Servicing the SuperJet
An aircraft receiving considerable air show hype was the Sukhoi Superjet 100 (SSJ100), which made its first public appearance at Paris. Russia's Avialeasing signed a firm order at Paris for 24 of the 100-seat regional jets (with options for an additional 16 SSJ100s) in a deal valued at $715 million, and Hungarian carrier Malev signed a letter of intent at Paris to purchase 30 Superjets (half firm orders and half options) worth about $1 billion. Superjet deliveries are to begin in 2011, which has Superjet Intl busy in establishing the aircraft's aftermarket support. Superjet Intl, which is 51 percent owned by Alenia Aeronautica and based in Venice, Italy, is responsible for the SSJ100 worldwide logistic support, as well as marketing the regional jet in most regions outside Russia. Sukhoi, which owns the company's remaining 49-percent share, markets the aircraft in Russia. In turn, Superjet Intl has selected Lufthansa Technik Logistik to manage spares distribution centers around the world for the SSJ100. According to Patrick Sullivan, Superjet Intl's head of customer relations in North America, the joint venture company has its maintenance planning document "about 85 percent complete." It wants to establish a worldwide MRO network in which SSJ100 customers will deal directly for airframe overhaul and other services. Superjet Intl will supply each MRO with the tools, technical documents and training necessary for servicing the SSJ100 free. The company announced its first memorandum of understanding (MoU) with an MRO — Nayak in Colon, Germany — to become a factory authorized SSJ100 repair and overhaul center. Nine other MROs have signed letters of intent to achieve such authorization. In Russia, Superjet Intl is working with its initial customers, Aeroflot and Armavia, to establish full support capabilities. Both Superjet Intl and PowerJet, which manufactures the SSJ100's SaM-146 engines, will encourage customers to adopt power-by-the-hour maintenance support and, through a phased-maintenance schedule, forego the A-, C- and D-check arrangement. PowerJet, a partnership of Snecma and Russia's NPO Saturn, plans to have technical teams dedicated to each SSJ100 customer. Superjet Intl anticipates Russian type certification and first delivery of the SSJ100 this year and EASA certification in 2010. Wolf-Eckard Herholz, head of technical support, said the company foresees Superjet sales beginning in Russia, then expanding into Europe, then the rest of the world outside of North America and, finally, in North America.
For daily and breaking news in aviation maintenance, go to: www.AviationToday.com
Follow us on Twitter: @Av_Maintenance


text:
2010 Nickel & Nickel Single-Vineyard Cabernet Release
on August 15, 2013
A big thank you to all who joined us for our Cabernet Release last Saturday, August 10. We couldn't have asked for better weather to pair with our new, 2010 Single-Vineyard Cabernets!
Mary Grace and Dirk Hampson poured 2010 Nickel & Nickel Dragonfly Vineyard Cabernet from St. Helena, Napa Valley.
A beautiful day for 2010 Single-Vineyard Cabernet!
Guests enjoyed wonderful selection of cheeses and treats from Chef Trevor's kitchen.
Winemaker Darice Spinelli poured 2010 Nickel & Nickel Kelham Vineyard Cabernet from Oakville, Napa Valley.
Wine Club Manager Julie Zanze poured 2010 Nickel & Nickel Quarry Vineyard Cabernet from Rutherford, Napa Valley.
If you were unable to join us for the release event, find out more about all 12 of our 2010 Single-Vineyard Cabernets here. Better yet, why don't you visit us and experience a selection of our newest vintage for yourself?
(Insider's tip: as we head into the harvest season, our tours and tastings fill up quickly. Give us a call as soon as you know your plans: 707-967-9600)


text:
Checking if you have an account
To determine if you have a Google Account, just enter your email address on the password-assistance page.
If there's no Google Account associated with your email address
If there's no Google Account associated with your email address, you'll get a message that says 'No account found with that email address' you entered. To create a new account, visit the Account Creation page.
If you have a Google Account
If you have a Google Account, you can reset your password on the password-assistance page by selecting "I don't know my password" and following the instructions.
Ashley is an Accounts expert and the author of this help page. Leave her feedback below about how to improve it.
Was this article helpful?
How can we improve it?


text:
The term 'Presbyterian' refers to the form of Church government adopted not just by the Free Church of Scotland but by far the largest grouping of churches in Scotland today. We deny the Church is a hierarchy, with junior and senior ministers and office-bearers. In this way we distinguish ourselves from both the Roman Catholic Church and the Scottish Episcopalian Church, which belongs to the Anglican Communion. What distinguishes Presbyterian office-bearers is not rank but function. The minister serves by explaining and applying to the people the Word of God, the Bible and by administering the two Sacraments of Baptism and the Lord's Supper. Pastoral responsibility and the function of governance falls equally on the minister and the elders, who are elected by the congregation. Deacons serve the congregation as stewards of its material assets. Local congregations are not independent. Churches in relatively close geographical proximity come together as Presbyteries. Presbyteries group as regional Synods. And all Presbyteries send ministers and elders to the annual General Assembly to debate and determine matters of ministry, mission, policy and, where necessary, discipline. An honorary moderator, appointed annually, serves the General Assembly as its chairman. The moderator may also serve as the public representative of the Church during his year of office.
The Free Church of Scotland is looking to appoint a Communications and Engagement Officer.The Communication and Engagement Officer will perform a key role in helping to raise awareness and support[…]Read more...
Greyfriars Free Church will host the fifth annual Enspire event for minister's wives in April of this year.The first Enspire event took place in 2012 and a meeting each year[…]Read more...
Dr Manuel Reano, a Free Church of Scotland missionary and Bible scholar from Colombia, has shared an update on his ministry in South America.Manuel Reano serves at the Colombia Bible[…]Read more...
Rev Dr Malcolm Maclean,
Email - email@example.com
Who to Contact
Kidz & Co - Sheena Livingstone
Tel: 01463 220464
Use of Church Building - Joan MacQueen
Email - firstname.lastname@example.com
Grace and Gap Fund -
Email - firstname.lastname@example.com
Scottish Charity No SCO13359
The Greyfriars Stratherrick partnership is a congregation of the Free Church of Scotland serving communities in Inverness south, Strathnairn and Stratherrick. We are committed to God's Word, prayer and fellowship, witness and service. We meet at Balloan Road, Inverness, IV2 4PP in the heart of expanding urban housing developments. We also meet in Stratherrick, in the heart of a rural community about 20 miles south-west of the city centre. We warmly welcome you to join us in our regular meetings and activities.
11am Morning Service Sunday School and a creche available
18.00 Evening service
19.30 Youth Fellowship
19.30 Congregational Fellowship - Last Sunday of each month
19.00 -21.00 Home groups meet on the first and third Mondays
7.30 pm Mission in Need Women's mission support group, 1st Tuesday in the month
2.30 pm Women's Prayer Meeting 3rd Tuesday in the month in the church.
3.30 to 4:30pm C Club for younger children aged 4 to P1
10.00 am Kidz and Co Mother and toddler's group
7.30 pm Bible Study and Prayer Meeting
6:30 to 7.45pm Kidzone for children P2 to P5
7.45 pm Cross Trax For young people P6 and upwards


text:
Browse By:
All Topics » Retirement Security » Employee retirement plans » Funds management
Funds management (1 - 10 of 46 items)
401(K) Plans: Clearer Regulations Could Help Plan Sponsors Choose Investments for Participants
GAO-15-578: Published: Aug 25, 2015. Publicly Released: Sep 4, 2015.
Defined Contribution Plans: Key Information on Target Date Funds as Default Investments Should Be Provided to Plan Sponsors and Participants
GAO-11-118: Published: Jan 31, 2011. Publicly Released: Feb 23, 2011.
Private Pensions: Changes Needed to Better Protect Multiemployer Pension Benefits
GAO-11-79: Published: Oct 18, 2010. Publicly Released: Nov 16, 2010.
State and Local Government Pension Plans: Governance Practices and Long-term Investment Strategies Have Evolved Gradually as Plans Take On Increased Investment Risk
GAO-10-754: Published: Aug 24, 2010. Publicly Released: Sep 20, 2010.
401(k) Plans: Several Factors Can Diminish Retirement Savings, but Automatic Enrollment Shows Promise for Increasing Participation and Savings
GAO-10-153T: Published: Oct 28, 2009. Publicly Released: Oct 28, 2009.
401(k) Plans: Policy Changes Could Reduce the Long-term Effects of Leakage on Workers' Retirement Savings
GAO-09-715: Published: Aug 28, 2009. Publicly Released: Sep 25, 2009.
Private Pensions: Conflicts of Interest Can Affect Defined Benefit and Defined Contribution Plans
GAO-09-503T: Published: Mar 24, 2009. Publicly Released: Mar 24, 2009.
Private Pensions: Fulfilling Fiduciary Obligations Can Present Challenges for 401(k) Plan Sponsors
GAO-08-774: Published: Jul 16, 2008. Publicly Released: Aug 15, 2008.
Private Pensions: GAO Survey of 401(k) Plan Sponsor Practices (GAO-08-870SP, July 2008), an E-supplement to GAO-08-774
GAO-08-870SP: Published: Jul 16, 2008. Publicly Released: Jul 16, 2008.
State and Local Government Pension Plans: Current Structure and Funded Status
GAO-08-983T: Published: Jul 10, 2008. Publicly Released: Jul 10, 2008.


text:
110% Men's Juggler Compression Knickers
Product Description
JUGGLER KNICKERS strike a perfect balance giving athletes the freedom of a mobile ice bath with the appeal of a capri length. Targeting the lower body, Juggler Knickers leave the shins, calves and ankles free with the option to add Double Life Shin/Calf Sleeves for the most customized lower body compression + ice system available to athletes today.
- ZONED COMPRESSION: 110% Compression + Ice products feature high compression zones that stabilize muscles and reduce vibration, and lower compression zones that allow muscles to expand.
- GRADIENT COMPRESSION: 110% Compression + Ice products feature gradient compression of 15 to mmhg to 24 mmhg forcing blood flow back to the heart for improved circulation.
- BUILT IN POCKETS FOR ICING: 110% Compression + Ice products feature strategically placed icing pockets that target the main muscles without compromising the fit (or the look they blend right in!)
- SEAMLESS DESIGN: The 110% Compression + Ice products are constructed as double layered single garments and the seamless design is what delivers the zoned, gradient compression for maximum performance and ultimate comfort.
- TECHNICAL FABRIC: The 110% Compression + Ice products are made from two layers of 360-degree 4 way stretch knit polypropylene (we know, its a mouthful but its really important). Our performance fabric provides ultimate flexibility while keeping its strength and shape and is spun using moisture wicking antimicrobial Silver Tech fibers shown to destroy 99.99% of odor-causing bacteria.
- REUSABLE ICE INSERTS: 110% Compression + Ice products come with reusable, flexible, non-toxic ice inserts. 110% Ice Inserts can be cut to any size for a customized fit, and double as heat therapy when needed.
- THERMAL BAG: 110% Compression + Ice products are packaged in a reusable thermal bag that keeps ice inserts cold for up to 6 hours, creating a completely mobile compression + ice recovery system.
Why should you choose 110% Compression Gear?
- MOBILE ICE BATH: 110% Compression + Ice products come in their own cooler. Ice inserts stay cold for up to six hours in the thermal bag, giving athletes simple, mobile recovery anytime, anywhere.
- SMART PREPARATION: Zoned, gradient compression helps prepare the body to perform at its very best by reducing swelling and increasing circulation.
- ACTIVE RECOVERY: The powerful combination of zoned, gradient compression and ice therapy delivered in a garment you can wear while remaining active means faster recovery between training sessions, improved performance and decreased chance of injury.
- FASTER HEALING: Compression and ice is the best treatment for overuse injuries. Combining two therapies in one simple, mobile recovery tool, 110% Compression + Ice products provide the hassle free way to comply with RICE therapy: Rest, Ice, Compression and Elevation.
Product Reviews
This product hasn't received any reviews yet. Be the first to review this product!
Customers also viewed


text:
About the Author: Larry Gumbiner is the Deputy Assistant Secretary for Science, Space & Health in the Bureau of Oceans and International Environmental and Scientific Affairs.
On July 22, I had the honor of speaking on "science diplomacy" at a Congressional briefing on Science Engagement for U.S. Diplomacy and Global Development that was organized by the U.S. Civilian Research and Development Foundation (CRDF). The event highlighted the U.S. government's efforts and commitment, both overseas and domestically, to realize President Obama's statement that the United States "will restore science to its rightful place."
Science and technology are very important tools and vehicles for diplomacy. Science diplomacy opens doors, establishes lasting bonds, solves problems, and promotes democratic values. For these reasons and others, it is being employed by the U.S. government, both from Washington and internationally, through embassies around the world. The emphasis on science diplomacy comes from the top down -- from President Obama, notably in his speech in Cairo in June 2009, and from Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, whose Strategic Dialogues often have a science and technology component. But science diplomacy is driven by demand as well as by supply; there is a push for science and technology collaboration with the United States from all corners of the globe.
The U.S. Department of State uses a number of methods to engage in science diplomacy. We have negotiated some 47 bilateral science and technology cooperation agreements to advance collaboration and find creative ways to develop new sources of energy, create green jobs, digitize records, clean water, and grow new crops. The Science Envoy program selects senior scientists, many of them Nobel Laureates, to travel to countries around the globe and report back to the President on ways to deepen our science collaboration. We also have a number of fellowships -- Jefferson, American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS), and Franklin, to name a few -- by which young scientists and academics work in offices throughout the State Department and USAID to integrate science into day-to-day foreign policy decisions. The Embassy Science Fellows program uses the expertise of scientists who are already working throughout the Federal government to deploy to our embassies overseas to work directly with foreign counterparts. The State Department continues to expand its corps of Environment, Science, Technology and Health (ESTH) officials overseas, guaranteeing that our Ambassadors have key S&T advisors at their sides at all times. With all of these tools at our disposal, the interest in, and commitment to, science in our embassies is at an all time high -- and growing.
Patrick W. in Maryland writes:
This sounds like a good idea. That will help
to bring about new breakthroughs in many fields. The more people working together on advances the better..)
And what is Hillary looking at? hehe, just kidding__:)
Cheers Mates... Cya later...:)
Michael K. writes:
The Know–How drives the world – locally-introducible technology (-ies), which is an applied science, rather than a pure material aid, is on increasing demand worldwide.


text:
Skip to comments.Conservative Majority Fund Has Another Political Attack Ad With Obama Admitting He Is A Muslim
Posted on 07/28/2012 3:31:31 PM PDT by Fred Garvin-MP
This attack ad was made by the same group who released the controversial attack ad early this week on Fox News Channel, ABC and ESPN that questioned Obama's missing records. The newly formed group is called the 'Conservative Majority Fund' backed by big money out of Arlington,VA. Their recent ad this week caused a uproar with liberals and the media. There are a lot of doubters who disregard the fact that it is no big deal for a American president to be a Muslim, especially in a time of war against people who are Islamic extremist. It's so dangerous that it is a national security threat. This week a poll was released that shows Americans do not know what the presidents religion is. With that said, here is the president in his own words claiming to be a Muslim in the attack ad called "Who Are You Barack Hussein Obama?'. Pay attention at the 1:00-1:03 mark of the ad.
Here is the website for the Conservative Majority Fund.
Excellent ad!
Thanks for sharing Fred G.
Thanks for sharing Fred G.
Just made a donation. Great ad!
Welcome nOOB...
This is just a web ad. It doesn't run anywhere. And that's a good thing, it is very amateurish.
Embarrassingly weak. Amateur hour.
How is it embarrassing? It's truthful.
Thank you.
Thank you.
I'm putting it in every venue I can. In local city newspaper websites and as many political forums like this website.The ad is pretty powerful.
LOL. Not a chance, noob. This looks like it was done by my 9-year old nephew in MS Movie Maker.
Well, if you are into truth - let's see the conservative fund make up one about the CULT leader romney - two evils battling to keep evil alive wearing a different mask.
Let me ask you this montag813. Do you think the ad is truthful?
Good ad. Keep it up.
Your post is weak twit.
The ad is good. What you have here are twits who expose themselves.
Welcome to FR! (That's the 2nd time I've had to say that, since I found this Forum.)
General Register Office
Registers and Returns of Births, Marriages and Deaths in the Protectorates etc of Africa and Asia
Legal status: Public Record(s)
Language: English
Creator names: General Register Office, 1836-1970
Covering Birth Registration dates: 1895-1965
Physical description: 15 volume(s)
Access conditions: Available in microform only
Held by: The National Archives, Kew
Scope and content: Notifications forwarded by officials responsible for civil registration under administrative ordinances in Nyasaland, Kenya, Somaliland, Uganda, Sudan, Palestine, Sarawak, Malaya, including Johore and Selangor, and British North Borneo, commencing at varying dates.
Publication note: Geoffrey Yeo 'The British Overseas, A Guide to Records of Their Births, Baptisms, Marriages, Deaths and Burials Available in the United Kingdom', London, 2nd edn, 1988.
Related material: Some earlier returns from the East African territories in the period during which they were under Foreign Office control are in the consular registers retained in the custody of the registrar general.
Place: Kenya, Africa (Territory Thereof): 1920 - 1963
Subjects: Birth: registration
Me likey.
I believe so. I've noticed that montag hasn't answered my question if he thinks the ad is truthful.
Big money out of Arlington, VA?
Who's on the board?
The narrator asks unanswered questions that the main stream media has avoided about Obama, and the ad uses Obama's very own words against him to paint Obama as a foreigner, and shows his close friend and colleague terrorist/Marxist Bill Ayers.
I agree. I don't know if you are aware but Jerome Corsi arrived in Great Britain this past Wednesday and will research the British Archives you talk about after records of Obama were found there recently by covert researchers. He will be due back in the states on August 1st.
"The United States has been enriched by Muslim Americans. Many other Americans have Muslims in their families or have lived in a Muslim-majority country - I know, because I am one of them."
Context is important.
To take a snippet and use it to "prove" Obama is a Muslim makes us look foolish.
The guy behind the ads who owns the Conservative Majority Fund is named Larry Ward who is a protege of Dick Morris, President Clinton's former campaign advisor and Fox News pundit. Mr Ward also is president of PoliticalMedia.com who ran the ads that 'swiftboated' John Kerry.
Larry Ward
The only fools here are the ones who fool themselves.
10 minute video - "Obama Admits He Is A Muslim"
So how many non-muslims do you know who can recite the shahada in perfect arabic, but don't know the difference between Corps and corpse?
He's an ignorant arsehole brought up in a muslim country, he has sympathy towards muslims and antipathy to America, but to infer he is a muslim disregards his megalomaniac love of himself above any mere God and his day to day actions in accordance with hardcore Marxism.
It's not allah he loves and it's not islam he's spreading.
And an astroturf web called deficitfree.com
Needs a further look-see but at first glance it looks like someone there donated to a Mark Critz, a Democrat currently sitting in Murtha's old seat. Weird.
Why did the first ad get pulled?
Until it airs on ABCCBSNBCCNNFOX, it doesn't do any good.
Don't you mean "Smelly?"
Are you sure about that? I'd say it's more than Marxism an being a supreme narcissist that Obama is spreading
Who took over Egypt after Mubarak went down? Who took over for Daffy Duks Qaddafi regime in Libya?
And who is now trying to dethrone Bashar Assad [answer Obama] so a certain religious group can take over in Syria in the power vacuum?
The answer to all three questions is Muslim Brotherhood.
I watch his actions along with his words. Obama is doing a fine good job of it by putting fundamental Islamists into power. Not bad for a "non-believer" that you say.
Muslims Brotherhood's slogan "Islam is the solution"
In my view, Muslims follow deeply flawed, erroneous religious doctrines. But then, so do Mormons. But being a Muslim or a Mormon in itself does not disqualify a person from office. The important questions are still about policy and character.
We have plenty of legitimate reasons to oppose Obama. As a matter of public record. O* is in favor of:
massively expanding abortion and abortion funding
nullifying the Constitutional rights of our religious institutions;
destruction of American industries (the energy and manufacturing sectors)
killing of foreign nationals and American citizens via predator drones with no judicial oversight and no due process
despotic domestic powers for the Presidency (lawmaking by Executive Order: 900 of them since Obama took office);
deconstructing our military traditions of duty, honor and merit;
imposing crushing taxation and regulatory burdens on small businesses;
promotion of morally degraded lifestyles in the USA and worldwide under the guise of human rights;
suspending law enforcement when the laws dont suit him (e.g. dumping Defense of Marriage Act, blocking enforcement against illegal immigration and voter fraud)
despotic foreign and military policy (e.g. acts of war without Congressional approval).
There. Why O* Must Be Removed From Office: 10 reasons in 25 seconds. Those are serious, substantive issues, and each one of them can be documented. Lets refrain from dubious videos referencing religious criteria that even Obama doesn't take seriously.
He was muslim when he entered wright's church and he never forewore it. He DID, however, recite the shahada for a journalist during his presidential campaign. If you know islam as you say you do, then you also know that the recitation of the shahada in Arabic is all that is required for a person to become a Muslim...
It is not taken lightly by any stretch of the imagination.
"Obama is doing a fine good job of it by putting fundamental Islamists into power."
So did Carter :)
Left wing ideologues seem inherently incapable of following the consequences of their actions through to the inevitable logical conclusions.
If these are the same Audrey Mullen and Tim Mooney listed at the sister site deficitfree.com then... they definitely aren't grass roots. Mooney's a lawyer, apparently.
Great commercial. I would guess that you couldn't buy tv time to air it. It would be called RACIST. I know its true. But on the internet it will go viral and be sent by email to millions of conservative voters.
But who said that the Arabic or his accent was "perfect"? Wasn't it some CNN moron? And how would he know what was or was not perfect Arabic - how would he even know what language it was?????
Again, and what were the qualifications of the journalist to evaluate the excellence of the prayer?
Thanks, that is one great ad.
Mr. Obama recalled the opening lines of the Arabic call to prayer, reciting them with a first-rate accent. In a remark that seemed delightfully uncalculated (itll give Alabama voters heart attacks), Mr. Obama described the call to prayer as one of the prettiest sounds on Earth at sunset.
In an interview with Nicholas Kristof, published in The New York Times, Obama recited the Muslim call to prayer, the Adhan, "with a first-class [Arabic] accent."
The opening lines of the Adhan (Azaan) is the Shahada:
"Allah is Supreme! Allah is Supreme!
Allah is Supreme! Allah is Supreme!
I witness that there is no god but Allah
I witness that there is no god but Allah
I witness that Muhammad is his prophet... "
According to Islamic scholars, reciting the Shahada, the Muslim declaration of faith, makes one a Muslim. This simple yet profound statement expresses a Muslim's complete acceptance of, and total commitment to, the message of Islam.
Obama knows this from his Quranic studies — and he knows the New York Times will publish this fact and it will be seen throughout the Islamic world.
My question is, how does Kristof know what " a first-class Arabic accent" is??
Does Kristof speak Arabic?? (I don't think so).
Kristof, a Rhodes Scholar, studied Arabic in Cairo (that's Egypt not Illinois).
Disclaimer: Opinions posted on Free Republic are those of the individual posters and do not necessarily represent the opinion of Free Republic or its management. All materials posted herein are protected by copyright law and the exemption for fair use of copyrighted works.


text:
Skip to comments.Prayer thread for Mestamachine
Posted on 03/23/2013 11:15:41 PM PDT by Hardraade
This is a prayer thread for Mesta. I've been on the phone with her for hours today/yesterday (my sense of time is getting a little frassled), and we need a great amount of prayer.
Mesta went down hard a few days ago, I was on the phone when it happened and I heard her hit the floor and scream, then a bunch of running, slamming doors and chaos before the line went dead.
It was a couple of days before I was able to get her status and got my proper links to her hospital, and it doesn't look good. If she survives this time, she's going home to a cold house, at the edge of eviction, dragging an oxygen tank. She has a sort of a seal-team medical coverage, but no pension whatsoever. As for now, they're still doing tests, there's a team of doctors working on her and she's in and out of consciousness much of the time.
There's more detail on our blog, but you may have to dig a little.
This is starting to go toward the weird side. Mesta has rights and one of those rights is to be aware of her care, who is giving that care, knowledge of her condition and what all medications administered are supposed to be for. If am wrong will retract. Weird things going on if these rights are not being given freely by the people treating her.
So....Protective services is on the way?
I have a friend who has been through similar circumstancess. She is looking up info for me (in the same state as MM). I will post you if following info is not exact (or if I get additional info).
Mesta needs a governmental patient advocate. They are obtained through the county's HUMAN SERVICES DEPT and will represent Mesta.
Does hospital have an ombudsman? Most hospitals have one on staff. Contact them.
Going into Easter weekend. May need to make some noise. Say it's an emergency. Doctor causing the patient extreme stress.
Keep diary of what is transpiring as best you can -— with dates/time/ who said what, etc.
I don't know anything about the situation. You're asking the wrong FReeper.
my apology.
Just what I was going to post more or less - patient advocate groups are all over, and the ombudsman thing. Maybe a freeper nearby could help. Someone needs to be THERE and on HER side.
This sounds really serious and I am so worried.
Thank you!!! for ping.
Oh my goodness prayers up for her!
Will pray for her.
Just read the updates, and I'm praying. How horrific for her (and I imagine for you as well being on the phone, and not able to help)! This is quite concerning, especially with the heart failure, and now morphine? I can't imagine...
Dear Lord, please hold Mesta in your loving embrace, and send your angels to protect her. Amen.
Everyone working on behalf of Mesta is in my thoughts and prayers as well. {{hugs}}
Perhaps the Joint Commission should be informed? Is this hospital JCAH accredited?
Is paypal accepted ?
She needs to contact the hospital administrator.
This doctor should be reported to the board.
Lord God,
You know every detail of Mesta's needs, and You have promised to supply. Send angels to surround her and build a hedge about her so that no weapon formed against her can prosper. Please send help in whatever form she needs it, Lord. She is Your servant and we are confident that You will take care of her healing and this miserable hospital situation. In the powerful Name of Jesus, Amen.
Apparently not. They use something called WePay, or else you can just enter your card info directly. PM me if you need further suggestions.
Prayers for our friend MM!
wish there was a payapl link..
Just on the phone with Mesta. Now she's on a roll, and I don't think this dr fellow is even close to getting away with anything. You mentioned keeping a diary, I am - sort of. Just dumping entries into my automated little thingy here. Ane the last one here is a zinger. Look:
Some person, in the middle of the night, came in and and sprayed Mesta with fluid (IV-Flush) from a syringe, stating "here is your medicine". She seemed to have been aiming the syringe at Mesta's chest.
This is one of several bizarre encounters. Another was a person (nurse?) who came into the room, went to the bathroom door, put her head to the door, and insisted there was somebody in there, then backed out of the room.
So some things are starting to look like the twilight zone. On the other hand, Mesta has formed an alliance with the nurses who are calling in protective services and the patient advocate as necessary. She still haven't got the name of this doctor, but she's convinced he's an affirmative action guy. And he doesn't, now, show to communicate himself but sending assistants, some of whom sound very, very weird. The nurses dislike him. I think Mesta has been recruiting new Freepers, there's a great deal of interest in the board and they all hate Obamacare.
Anyway, there's also been a lot of phone line interference and crashes today, and the hospital is cutting incoming calls for the day now. Mesta sends thanks, and says to keep the wall of protection and prayer up, it works :).
She hasn't been discharged yet, and with the new heart failure, they can't of course. Also, going to a private home, as this doc was insisting (kickback scheme?) is not going to fly either.
Thank you all, FRiends.
No one wants those details available on the net now days. Too many dangers.
New developments. Will you please ping your prayer ping list to these posts for update.
posts 231, 235, 249, 267
Almighty God and Lord, We come before your throne in that name above all names and pray you rebuke this demonic attack against our precious sister.
We ask you to send angels, ministering servants to the heirs of salvation, into Mesta's hospital room to guard and protect her. Let her room be so filled with the presence of God that only those who fear God and purpose to do Mesta good can enter therein.
We ask you to remove this troubled doctor and his minions from her care.
We call upon your unfathomable mercy to restore Mesta's health that she might grow old loving, guiding, and training her daughter in the ways of the Lord. We pray Mesta live a prosperous life and live in health to see her daughter's daughter mature into Godly womanhood.
We stand in the gap and intercede for her as she as done so many times for so many in need here on FR.
Raise her up, we pray, from this bed of affliction and undertake for her what even the doctors cannot do.
We pray these things in your precious holy Name.
Just on the phone with Mesta now. Seems she's getting her medication (and maybe even on time now). But BP is falling unacceptably low, sort of, so they'll have to level that out somehow.
Prayers for Mesta.
YES! Mesta got her doc replaced! The new one just came by and made sure they were on the same page!
She now seems to have the run of the place, and the kitchen is giving her coffee. And salt!
Prayer works :).
Could any of this information be morphine induced dreams? Morphine does strange things to the one injected as for dreams. Seen from here in others but not having ever been injected. This needs checking though. Mesta possibly having reaction to having been injected with morphine.
So true ... so True!
Beyond bizarre- I'm praying for Mesta.
No, I don't think so. I know Mesta pretty well, and also her reactions to morphine. It's not her first round under the knife, nor her first experience with morphine.
And her doc was removed double-dam quick. And some of the twilight-zone stuff is verifiable. I've listened in on it.
As I know Mesta, any conflict is likely to be over her insisting to remain lucid, even if she keeps a bit of pain. As I've said elsewhere, earlier, on our blog - she's survived mid-east terrorists, south-american and mexican drug cartels and the like just to run afoul of some Norwegian office rats at Norman ASA, Johann Galtung's proud legacy. That's what triggered her first heart attack, in 2007. She keeled over and was left unconscious for two days until she managed to get the phone. Basically, these people were killing me and Mesta went haywire over it.
There seems to be some kind of phone foulup again, the lines to uniontown just went down. Again. Even the landlines.
These are real events? Wow, straight out of a horror movie. Glad she got a new doctor. Make sure she has a family member or a friend with her 24/7. You should do a search on both doctors.
Prayers, good vibes and special thoughts for her.
Reading closely and offering opinions which may or may not be correct. I have more prayers going up for Mesta and you. Am keeping prayer for Mesta and you nearly ongoing 24/7. Please keep each of us updated. You have kept us updated and I offer much appreciation for each update.
Good news!! I would not want to be the one to tray and tell Mesta what to do.Her Fr training is second to none!
Thank you Lord!
From your report, it sounds like the "atmosphere" has changed.
WOW! Strange stuff. Thanks for all of the updates; pings. Prayer for Mesta BUMP!
Thank God.
Please tell her I am praying for her and smiling for her.
Oh, and Happy Easter.
I am praying for her now.
Though I may end up facing a still milder but similar version of the same thing please add my heartfelt prayers for MM as it takes one to know on one so I relate to her currently much worse travails and need for our support. The description of her crash and fall happened to me ( more or less) in February though broken ribs and molars cannot rise to her pain, it triggers empathy and sympathy within my soul and best wishes for MM
PRaying your prayer in agreement with you, in the Mighty and Powerful Name of Jesus Christ! Amen!
Beautiful prayer TW!! Mesta,, you are in our constant prayers FRiend!! May the Good Lord bless you with healing and renewed health!
I'm praying for you too, Mesta, and all the staff who comes in contact with you. So sorry you are going through this hard time.
Come back soon!
She now seems to have the run of the place, and the kitchen is giving her coffee. And salt!
Prayer works :).
Praise Be!!!
Mesta is Blessed by G-d and a Blessing from G-d!
A True Daughter of Zion!
Ditto that for me Sara.Sure glad Mesta has a decent doctor now that can make all the difference.
Excellent news!!!! Thanks for the ping!!! Things were getting a little touch and go there. I really didn't think she was going to make it out of there alive (sometimes I am a "doubting Thomas").
10 lashes with a wet noodle for me!
Praise the Lord!
Make that a triple. Love my LucyT pings! She is one brave gal.
Just talked to the hospital. They're sending Mesta home, I don't have the lowdown on her lungs and stomach yet, but they seem to think her heart is better. Getting her oxygen, and she has made it clear that there will be some consequences from this silly doctor guy. Dunno how great her problems will be getting up and down stairs, but we'll see. She's going to put in for nursing help at home.
Thank you all, FRiends :).
Praying for a wonderful nurse!
Woohoo! Happy day!
Disclaimer: Opinions posted on Free Republic are those of the individual posters and do not necessarily represent the opinion of Free Republic or its management. All materials posted herein are protected by copyright law and the exemption for fair use of copyrighted works.


text:
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 1 cup
Calories 41
Total Fat 1 g
Saturated Fat less than 1 g
Cholesterol 0 mg
Sodium 293 mg
Potassium 325 mg
Total Carbohydrate 7 g
Dietary Fiber 2 g
Protein 2 g
Ingredients and Preparation
Ingredients Measures
Medium head cabbage, chopped 1
Small carrots, grated 2
Small onion, sliced 1
Dried red pepper (optional) ½ teaspoon
Oregano ½ teaspoon
Olive oil 1 teaspoon
Salt 1 teaspoon
Brown sugar 1 teaspoon
Vinegar ½ cup
Water ½ cup
- Blanch cabbage with boiling water for 1 minute. Discard water.
- Place cabbage in large bowl and add grated carrots, sliced onion, red pepper, oregano, olive oil, salt, brown sugar, vinegar, and water.
- Place in refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.