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New Online Tool Simplifies Financial Aid Process
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New Online Tool Simplifies Financial Aid Process
FAFSA4caster Gives College Hopefuls Jump Start on Federal Aid Availability
A new online tool to help students and families prepare financially for college before a student's senior year of high school is now available. Called the FAFSA4caster, it provides high school juniors with an early estimate of their eligibility for federal financial aid, which could include a Pell Grant of up to $4,310 based on financial need.
"Improving college access and affordability is key to giving more Americans a chance at higher education and keeping America competitive," said U.S. Secretary of Education Margaret Spellings, who introduced the tool in late March. "Families need more informationsoonerabout students' federal aid eligibility so that they can plan ahead for college. The FAFSA4caster gives families an important tool they can use to make decisions about the future."
The FAFSA4caster:
- Calculates a student's eligibility for federal student aid, including grants;
- Reduces the time it will take to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA); and
- Simplifies the financial aid process for students and families.
The FAFSA4caster allows for an easy transition to FAFSA on the Web, the online version of the federal application. It pre-populates 51 of the 102 questions on the FAFSA, significantly reducing the time it takes for students to complete the FAFSA in their senior year of high school.
The FAFSA4caster is available in both English and Spanish at http://www.fafsa4caster.ed.gov.
Last September, Secretary Spellings announced her plans to improve the U.S. higher education system, based on the recommendations listed in the final report of her Commission on the Future of Higher Education. The report included five major recommendations for improving college access, affordability and accountability: 1) aligning K-12 and higher education expectations; 2) increasing need-based aid for access and success of low-income students; 3) using accreditation to support and emphasize student learning outcomes; 4) serving adults and other nontraditional students; and 5) enhancing affordability, decreasing costs and promoting productivity. The release of the FAFSA4caster puts into place one of the secretary's action steps in response to these recommendations.
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Interdisciplinary Curriculum, Strong Leadership Account For 100-Percent Proficiency at New York School
Discussing a helicopter flight he'd recently taken to care for a critically injured patient, Dr. William Meade, Jr., recalled where he first learned the navigational terms "latitude" and "longitude": in elementary school. The 31-year-old physician, who will be completing his residency training in emergency medicine at the University of California-San Diego next June, said he attributes a lot of what he has learned to his primary years at Lincoln Elementary School in Mount Vernon, N.Y.
"That's one of the things that is special about Lincolnthey created that strong foundation, that skill set and support system, that allows anything to be possible in terms of educational accomplishments subsequent to Lincoln," said Meade, who, with merit-based scholarships, went on to prep school and then to Duke University, where he earned both his undergraduate and medical degrees. "I think that's the environment Mr. Albano created by pushing his teachers to get the most out of their students."
Meade was referring to Principal George Albano, whose 27-year leadership has been widely credited for the school's legendary success. Honored last year as a No Child Left Behind-Blue Ribbon School for consistent high academic achievement, Lincoln has increasingly attracted both local and national attention for its rigorous yet innovative approach to elementary education.
The largest elementary school in the Mount Vernon City School District with nearly 800 children, Lincoln has reached capacity due largely to the out-of-boundary enrollment of students by parents who have heard of its remarkable reputation. "For anyone who cares enough about their child to want something better, I'm not going to deny that," said Albano, regarding the 30-40 special permission requests granted each year.
"At Lincoln, the children are challenged and made to believe they can excel," explained Delia Farquharson, who transferred her nine-year-old daughter, Kenja-Rae, there last fall following her disappointment with the neighborhood school. "So I could not leave her in an environment where she was at risk of being taught that mediocrity is okay."
Demographically, Lincoln is the typical multicultural school on the urban fringe, seated in a racially and economically diverse suburb of New York City and facing challenges similar to its city counterparts. However, academically, it is anything but ordinary. Since 2002, nearly every fourth-grader has met or exceeded state standards in reading and math. (In 2004 and 2005, 100 percent of students did so in math as well as in reading in 2006.)
Moreover, when the state of New York tested additional grades for the first time last year, Lincoln's third- through sixth-graders proved consistently strong in both subjects. Even fifth-graders' scores, which were a little lower than those for other grades, were still considerably higher than state averages (77 percent in math and 76 percent in reading, compared to 68 percent and 67 percent, respectively).
Revealing an even more brilliant picture, the most recent disaggregated data (2005) by ethnicity and economic levels showed African-American and white students, along with those qualifying for free and reduced-price lunches, performed equally well on the state exam.
For Albano, closing the achievement gap is a matter of closing the gap between the haves and have-nots when it comes to enriching academic opportunities. "Just because you're born into a certain race or neighborhood, you should not be denied what wealthy people can afford," he said. "We've got to stop making excuses. We have an obligation to give the children in these schools what everyone else gets." That means assigning students at Lincoln highly sophisticated projects that involve creating dioramas depicting artifacts from the Precambrian to the Cenozoic eras and teaching Latin in a study of Julius Caesar.
Yet, to make these types of enriching experiences possible at a school with a 54-percent poverty rate takes more than dollars and cents. "Would I welcome more money?" asked Albano. "Yes. But to me that's another cop-out. You have to be innovative. What I've done is used our success to excite people, because there are a lot of good people out there who want to make a difference."
For instance, more than a decade ago, the retired spouse of one of the teachers volunteered to start a chess club at Lincoln. The children became so adept at the game-winning several local competitionsthat a private donor gave a sizeable grant toward funding the training services of chess masters. Today, this expert instruction is the center of a class held twice a week that teaches students not only the art of chess but also the critical thinking skills necessary for reading and math.
By integrating subject matter across the curriculumeven in a nontraditional classroom activity like chessLincoln has created a seamless tapestry of learning that allows students to experience firsthand the meaningful, interactive world of knowledge. A second-grade science lesson in which students describe the tools they would bring on a fossil hunt, for example, morphs into a classroom discussion about how writing has its own collection of tools, such as a "grabber" or engaging introduction, which the children would need to employ for their journal assignment describing the imaginary expedition.
"Everything is interdisciplinary," said teacher Mary Anderson, whose husband started the chess club. "There isn't a way to separate the subjects. There isn't a way that you could teach, say, fractions without them learning the vocabularythe concept of numbers and languages together."
As faculty members collaborate across disciplines and grade levels to prepare lesson plans, interdisciplinary instruction is seen as both a team-building and a time-efficient approach. "People say we don't have enough time in elementary [to cover all the material], but the key is integrating the subjects," said Albano.
Science and math, in particular, are often the center of this multidisciplinary experience. For a fifth-grade project about rockets, teacher Dawn Mullins builds on an exercise led by the physical education teacher using bouncing balls to demonstrate the theory of velocity. The children, who by second grade already have learned the difference between a dependent and an independent variable, use balloons that simulate rockets to test their hypotheses on how far they will travel based on the measure of inflated air.
Classroom lessons at Lincoln draw regularly from a stock of manipulatives and propsincluding microscopes, magnifying glasses and miniature modelsthat fill three walk-in closets supplied mostly through generous donations from science institutes and other organizations.
"No one wants to sit all day and read something from a book," said Mullins about the hands-on learning. "And I don't think they'll remember years from now if someone were to ask them about the relationship between velocity and distance. I don't think it really makes an impression on them if they aren't actively involved."
Woven also into this academic framework are the arts. To learn about the water cycle, first-graders sing with piano accompaniment a catchy song written by the music teacher: "Water travels in a cycle. Yes, it does. Yes, it does. ... Goes up as evaporation. Comes down as condensation. Rains down as precipitation. Yes, it does. Yes, it does." Following a few song rehearsals, the focus turns to a language arts lesson dividing the scientific terms into syllables, finishing with a discussion of the technical stages of the water cycle.
Like the music session, art class is another occasion to explore complex themes, as students learn the difference between a polygon and a polyhedron by dipping small paper cups in paint and gluing together three color groups to construct a disco ball-like geometric structure called a "spherical dodecahedron." In a well-connected curriculum, said art teacher Jennifer Vaccaro, "nothing is left to chance."
Last year, reading specialist Diana Mesisco used the performing arts as a platform to launch a schoolwide literacy incentive program called "Star Search" inspired by the popular television show American Idol. Students were asked to write an original song about the plot or a character from their favorite book, then invited to perform in a competition judged by a panel of parents and teachers. Along with a medal award, participants were treated to a surprise performance by American Idol's own Julia DeMato, who reached 10th place in the show's second season.
While the ingenuity of these efforts clearly has been the hard work of the staff, many of whom have taught at Lincoln for at least 15 years, all agree that none of it would be possible without the longstanding leadership of Principal Albano. "I believe lots of schools have good teachers, but it takes a great instructional leader to really bring out the best in them," said Mesisco.
An educator who could have retired five years ago at age 55, Albano is considered a tireless advocate for better schooling for the less-than-privileged. "I'm here because I'm on a mission to just not tell you it works, but to show you it does."
By Nicole Ashby
Our Condolences ...
In response to the shootings on the campus of Virginia Tech University on April 16, President George W. Bush and U.S. Secretary of Education Margaret Spellings issued the following statements of support:
"... Laura and I and many across our nation are praying for the victims and their families and all the members of the university community who have been devastated by this terrible tragedy. ... Schools should be places of safety and sanctuary and learning. When that sanctuary is violated, the impact is felt in every American classroom and every American community."
President Bush
"As the mother of a daughter in college, my heart goes out to the parents of the students who lost their lives and to the entire Virginia Tech community on this sad day. My Department is working with the White House and other agencies to identify what resources can be provided to Virginia Tech as the university assesses its needs."
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Around the Country
Georgia More than 8,500 high school students from across the country with 344 robots competed at the Georgia Dome in Atlanta for the 2007 FIRST Robotics Competition Championship, held April 12-14. Free and open to the public, the annual event, administered by the public charity FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology), wrapped up its 16th and largest-ever season. It followed 37 regional competitions held in March, from which teams were invited to the championship based on their performance in competitive play, sportsmanship and the development of partnerships among schools, businesses and communities. FIRST participants are eligible for nearly $8 million in college scholarships.
Texas The National Math and Science Initiative, whose goal is to foster the next generation of scientists and engineers, was launched in March by leaders in the education community and ExxonMobil with $125 million in initial support from that corporation. Based in Dallas, the nonprofit initiative seeks to improve U.S. global competitiveness by expanding two programs that have proven successful in Texas schools. This fall, it will award grants in up to 10 states for training and incentive programs for Advanced Placement (AP) and pre-AP courses, and up to 10 colleges and universities for the replication of the UTeach program, which encourages math and science majors to enter the teaching profession. Within five years, the initiative plans to expand these programs to 150 school districts in 20 states and to more than 50 campuses nationwide.
- May 7-11
Teacher Appreciation Week, a celebration sponsored by the National PTA. Established in 1984, the week's observance provides an opportunity to honor the dedicated educators who teach America's children. Visit http://www.pta.org or call toll-free 1-800-307-4782.
- May 15-16
White House Office of Faith-Based and Community Initiatives Conference, Phoenix, sponsored by a consortium of federal agencies, including the U.S. Department of Education. Part of a series of regional conferences being held around the country, this meeting for grassroots leaders will provide information about federal grant opportunities. Visit http://www.fbci.gov or call 202-456-6718.
- On the Horizon
This fall, the U.S. Department of Education's Office of English Language Acquisition will host the Sixth Annual Celebrate Our Rising Stars Summit, Oct. 29-31 in Washington, D.C. Designed to help educators of English language learners in all grades achieve academic success, the summit will highlight best practices and research, as well as provide an opportunity to network with policymakers at local, state and national levels. Visit http://www.oelasummit.org.
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What is the Department doing to improve math and science achievement?
In a recent study, U.S. 15-year-olds ranked 24th out of 29 nations in math literacy and problem solving, performing below the international average. Results of another study proved just as disconcerting: only 7 percent of fourth- and eighth-graders achieved an advanced level in math and science, compared to 41 percent of students from Singapore. In response to this crisis, the U.S. Department of Education has undertaken several new initiatives to help America's students develop the solid math and science skills needed in today's global economy.
- Created in 2006 and modeled after the influential National Reading Panel, the National Mathematics Advisory Panel will make recommendations based on the best scientific evidence on the improvement of mathematics education, with a particular emphasis on algebra readiness and success. Following a yearlong series of public meetings across the country, the panel will submit a final report early next year. President Bush is requesting $250 million in his 2008 budget to help states implement these recommendations.
- Also part of the president's 2008 budget request, a proposed $25 million for the creation of the Adjunct Teacher Corps would encourage well-qualified math and science professionals to become adjunct secondary school teachers. Funds would be used to make competitive grants to partnerships of school districts and states (or of school districts and appropriate public or private institutions) to create opportunities for professionals with subject-matter expertise to teach secondary school courses in math or science, and provide students real-world applications for math and science concepts being taught in the classroom.
- Since the enactment of the No Child Left Behind Act in 2002, schools have been required to annually assess and report student progress in math and reading in an effort to identify problem areas and inform instruction. By the end of the 2007-08 school year, students will also have to be tested in science.
News Show Focuses on Teacher Quality
High-quality, effective teaching, as well as innovative approaches to better recruit and retain exceptional teachers, will be the focus of the May edition of Education News Parents Can Use, the U.S. Department of Education's monthly television program.
All across the country, highly qualified teachers are inspiring excellence in students. The May broadcast will showcase several award-winning teachers and explore how effective teaching is at the core of America's long-term economic competitiveness. Among the many features are: an overview of the current state of the teaching profession and what is being done to place a high-quality teacher in every classroom; innovative and alternative strategies to recruit, train and reward effective teachers; and how programs like the Teacher Incentive Fund, along with the proposed Adjunct Teacher Corps and other teacher quality programs under the American Competitiveness Initiative, are designed to strengthen our nation's teachers, schools and students.
Each month, Education News Parents Can Use showcases: schools and school districts from across the country; conversations with school officials, parents and education experts; and advice and free resources for parents and educators. To learn about viewing options, including webcasts, visit http://www.ed.gov/news/av/video/edtv/; or call toll-free 1-800-USA-LEARN.
Making ED.gov More User-Friendly
The U.S. Department of Education has enhanced its Web site, http://www.ed.gov, to provide a more user-friendly resource for promoting educational excellence for all Americans. The site now has a brighter, more uniform look, and many of the links have been streamlined to make navigation much simpler.
While the Web site retains its most popular linksincluding the four categories designed for students, parents, teachers and administratorsit introduces two new features:
Secretary's Corner. This feature highlights the Department's key priorities, which focus on the No Child Left Behind Act (NCLB), higher education and the American Competitiveness Initiative. In particular, a fresh addition, "Meet the Secretary," provides detailed information about U.S. Secretary of Education Margaret Spellings: her biography, speeches, reflections from recent travels, and responses to questions from teachers on various policy issues. Also included is a sequence of video excerpts spotlighting the secretary's views on topics ranging from the reauthorization of NCLB to making college more affordable.
Success Stories. Broadening the online video offerings drawn from the Department's monthly television show, Education News Parents Can Use, this new feature offers video clips of schools with promising practices, such as a school in Georgia where 100 percent of its third- and fifth-graders are performing at grade level.
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Persistent rainy weather throughout this week's Paris Air Show did not dampen the event's business environment for Airbus, which announced key wins across its entire product line for an impressive 466 new sales and commitments.
"The rain brought us some very good luck," said John Leahy, Airbus Chief Operating Officer, Customers.
One of the headline-making developments at the air show's Le Bourget venue was the Memorandum of Understanding signed with Dublin, Ireland-based Doric Lease Corp for 20 A380s. Leahy noted this accord is another important endorsement for the A380 – particularly from a company that already has financed 18 of the very large airliners acquired through sale-leaseback arrangements.
Airbus' newest family member – the A350 XWB – expanded its already-substantial success with new sales/commitments for 69 aircraft, consisting of 59 A350-900 versions and 10 A350-1000s.
Leading the new business were bookings or commitments for 371 A320 Family jetliners – paced by 283 for the A320neo (new engine option) versions, along with 88 for the A320ceo (current engine option).
Completing the activity was an order for six A330s, which adds to this jetliner's overall sales total and confirms its continued competitiveness in the international marketplace.

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Prep Time 20 min
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Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add onions, bell pepper and garlic; cook, stirring with a wooden spoon, until the onions are soft, 3 to 5 minutes. Add rice to the skillet and cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute.
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Pension Funds and Performance Standards
David Spaulding, founder of the eponymous Spaulding Group, provokes readers with his suggestion that pension plans become "GIPS" compliant. Said differently, his thought is that users of information provided about retirement plan financial health would benefit if reported numbers reflect the Global Investment Performance Standards. Just an aside, www.gipsstandards.org states that "The GIPS standards are voluntary and are based on the fundamental principles of full disclosure and fair representation of investment performance results."
I have long maintained the need for more uniformity and clarity about how pension plan numbers are shared with the outside world. Absent fraud, there can be a huge discrepancy between what someone reads on the printed page and the true economic risks associated with any given scheme. Take a look at "The Plan That Didn't Bark: To solve the mystery of benefit plans, analysts must learn to think like detectives" by Susan Mangiero, CFA Magazine, March-April 2008.
I applaud Dave for reminding his blog readers that the standards exist "to provide an ethical framework for asset managers to provide their past performance to prospective clients." He adds that pension funds that expend time and money on a "GIPS" effort stand to "get their shop in order" by being forced to establish policies, procedures and controls. However, he adds that plan sponsors will still need to document how they are doing so I am a bit unclear as to the role of GIPS for pension plans and have asked Mr. Spaulding for further clarification about his ideas.In the meantime, click to read "Pension funds and GIPS" at Investment Performance Guy, April 20, 2011.


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Between 1830 and 1840, the Castéja family was left an inheritance by both Mandavy and the Duhart widow (14 hectares). The family thus possessed a 40-hectare vineyard that was named Duhart-Milon. The property changed ownership many times over the years and suffered a decline in the quality of its wines.
In 1962, Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) acquired the property from the Castéja family. Since the acquisition by Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite), the vineyards have been totally overhauled and the chais renovated. A finishing touch to a remarkable 40 year effort to reclaim the Médoc 4th growth wine ranking for Château Duhart-Milon.
This wine is from Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite)-Each wine is made with high standards delivering wines of elegance and finesse in the tradition of our great Bordeaux house, Chateau Lafite-Rothschild. View all Chateau Duhart-Milon Wines
About PauillacView a map of Pauillac wineries (pouy-YACK)
Home to three premier cru (first growth) chateaux, Pauillac is a leader in quality Bordeaux. Chateaux Latour, Lafite Rothschild and Mouton Rothschild are situated within the Pauillac appellation. Sandwiched between St.-Estèphe and St.-Julien, Pauillac wines are big - known for their combination of elegance and power.
Notable FactsThe gravel-based soils of Pauillac are key in creating the structured wines produced there. Like most of Bordeaux's left bank, Cabernet Sauvignon is the leading grape. Some typical descriptions of wine from Pauillac include: concentrated, full-bodied, powerful, firm tannins, ability to mature. Not all of the Pauillac wines are top price collectibles that you can only find at auctions. There are great values in the lower level crus, like the fifth growth, Chateau Lynch-Bages, as well as great Cru Bourgeois such as Chateau Pibran. These wines are more affordable and often mature a bit sooner.
About France - Other regionsWhen it comes to wine, France is a classic. Classic blends, grapes and styles began in the country and they still remain. Think about it - people ask for a Burgundian style Pinot Noir, they refer to wines as Bordeaux or Rhone blends - Champagne even had to pass a law to stop international wineries from putting their region on the label of all sparkling wine.
The top regions of France are: Bordeaux, Burgundy, Champagne, Languedoc-Roussillon, Loire, Rhone. And these regions are so diverse! It makes sense that wine regions throughout the world try to emulate their style. Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah are no longer French varieties, but international varieties. They may not be the leader of cutting edge technology or value-priced wines, but there is no doubt that they are still producing wines of great quality and diversity.


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i try not to buy anything fabric. i did buy some fleece at goodville in amish country, pa at 99 cents a yard. i make beds for shelter animals. that's a legitimate expense. and i bought thread from ct because i was running out.
i cut out parts for a batik turning twenty. i shopped my stash and my friend sue's. yay for me for once.
nancia, I want to see your quilt when it's done. You have such an eye for color. It sounds like you did well this month. :thumbup:
I am wondering what do you use for stuffing the animal beds? I have been saving all of my scraps, threads, clippings etc. and have a huge sackful that would make a neat bed but the vet place here says they want things that are easily washable and I think using this for stuffing, it would get all clumped up after washing the first time. Any suggestions or should I just toss it out?
i will do my best to post a picture. i cut it out after charting the cuts on paper. goofy me, i left the pattern at home! but once i drew it out i cut away! i'm not sure , judy , how this one is going to do. it has lots of colors so it may end up quite a mess. at any rate i will post pictures! this is the first time i will be making something to stay here, or i might send it to a natural disaster site--isn't that why we have natural disasters? so we have new homes for our quilts!
sandy-- i have the same concerns about the stuffing. so i fold the fleece into a Z, then sew the sides. this gives the animal 2 places it can crawl into, or it can lie on 3 thicknesses of fleece. i haven't made any for large dogs yet, but the ones i made first are quite popular with my cocker spaniels and cats. these will be going to the trenton animal control, which is also a shelter. i make them different sizes to fit into the cages. some i will just sew 3 or 4 good size pieces in a stack, and i also plan to make fleece blankets out of 2 large pieces of fleece for those animals that like to make nests. nothing fancy, but soft, comforting and washable!
I have sewn a large rectangle and stuffed it with tiny scraps. It gets washed weekly and I have had no clumping problems
I am seriously bummed. I just quilted a "left-over" quilt (made from swap blocks and stash) and now I do not have any fabric suitable for the binding. I have no black, no red, not enough brown, and the green is all the wrong shade. I REALLY wasn't going to go fabric shopping this week.
Foxflower: Since my willpower has been sadly missing this month, I probably was just projecting. In any case I am feeling a return of determination not to buy any fabric. I sure hope I am better in July than I was in June.
Nancia: What a worthwhile project. I am with Pat, I have successfully used scraps, very small, with no clumping. Anything larger than 2.5 inches square is kept for scrappy quilts, so everything used was smaller. That being said I totally understand that rules keep the shelters from having problems.
Martina & Irishrose: Good luck with you forays into the land of temptation. Just keep your eyes straight ahead and don't stop to feel the fabric.
The quilt shop was supposed to order the Labyrinth pattern for me, so I need to check on that. I do have all the fabrics for it in my stash. List: belt for 15 clone and a pattern, nothing else. Maybe I'll just take $15 with me - no more cash than that and no cards.


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Anti-suffragists also used the mass media to attract supporters. A mainstay of the anti-suffrage faction claimed women were inherently morally superior to men. By engaging in the coarse arena of politics, women would be rendered "hard, harsh, unlovable, repulsive." This card suggests that viewpoint by portraying a sad, young girl who favors equal rights only because she is not loved, and who is forced to shed her femininity to join the effort. (Oregon Historical Society)


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The Philharmonia's US Patrons generously support the Orchestra's work in the USA. This included the November 2012 US Residencies and Tour led by Principal Conductor and Artistic Advisor Esa-Pekka Salonen, which comprised of 10 concerts in 7 cities including UC Berkeley, Los Angeles and New York. The Philharmonia Orchestra's next tour to the USA will take place in 2016.
In the past year US Patrons enjoyed a range of attractive benefits in return for their invaluable support, including the following:
- Opportunity to meet Esa-Pekka Salonen, Philharmonia musicians, and other artists at exclusive US Patrons receptions.
- Complimentary tickets to concerts in the Lincoln Center in New York as part of the last leg of the Philharmonia Orchestra 2012 US Tour.
- Access to US Patron Events Program: for the US tour in November, the Philharmonia organised a range of events, including a recital in a private home by two talented musicians from the Metropolitan Opera Young Artists Programme and the opportunity to view rare music manuscripts in the Morgan Library.
- Priority and personal booking service for both international and US concerts.
- Acknowledgement in London concert programs and US print.
For more information on the work of the Philharmonia Orchestra in the USA, including the US Patrons, please email Jonathan Kuhles, Development Director, at [email protected] or call 0044 (0)20 7921 3920.
Philharmonia Foundation
The Honorable and Mrs Jay T. Snyder, Presidents
Mr David Whelton OBE Hon. RCM, Vice-President
Board Members
Mr Joseph Field
Mr A. Michael Hoffman
Mr Matthew H. Hurlock
Mrs William Jacob III
Mrs Latifa Kosta
Mrs William D. Lese
Sir Sydney Lipworth, QC and Lady Lipworth, CBE
Mr Alistair Mackie
Ms Irene Mavroyannis
Mrs Robert S. Pitts, Jr
The Dowager Viscountess Rothermere
Mr Charles Tait (Treasurer)
Mrs Jan F. van Eck
The Philharmonia Foundation is grateful to the following US Patrons
For donations of $10,000 and above
Dr Carol Colborn Grigor CBE
Mrs William D. Lese
Mrs William Jacob III
Sir Sydney Lipworth QC and Lady Lipworth CBE
The Meyer Foundation
The Honorable and Mrs Jay T. Snyder
For donations of $5,000 - $9,999
Michael and Mercedes Hoffman
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Well lets see if this works!
Yes it worked... Very nice...
Love the brown. Black that thing out
are those 20's !!??.looks good and level also !! Brian
Nice truck!
Ya they are 20" I would like to add a leveling kit but I don't have any miles on it yet! I HATE to start screwing around with the front end already! I headr ya have to get it realined if ya do that???? I see the kits are cheap but i am not sure what way to go on that?
Looks beautiful. Just don't tell my truck I said that
You got it!
Congrats! :great:
Leveling kits are cheap for our trucks. If you got some mechanical skills you can install it within the hour with a jack and a jack stand and basic hand tools. But you will need an alignment once you get it out
My dad had those on his old Tahoe. I always would plasti dip then when I was home to make his Tahoe black on black. He hated it but those rims look awesome black FYI. Wish I had a picture for ya.
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Sweetheart, did you get the groceries?
Yes, and I picked up corn syrup and veal pate, and an extra shower curtain for our WAM night
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What, you're out of cash? Why isn't your man givin you any WAM? My man gives me WAM all the time because he knows he won't get any booty otherwise.
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It's a song off the new fall out boy album.
Most people think it stands for Waitress, Actress, Model, Singer
Most people think it stands for Waitress, Actress, Model, Singer
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Work Avoidance Mode - You are at work, and you are avoiding it, the boss, and anyone else that might cause you to be a responsible and productive member of the workforce.
I am deeply ensconced in WAM. Haven't done shit in 8 hours. Ain't gonna do shit either. In fact, I'll have to back in to the pay window this week.
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originates from the phrase whats happening, shortened to what happen, shortened to wam, from the caribbean
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Here it was (for $5 less) on the Previous Sale
Lots of so-so (2.8 out of 5.0) reviews over at bestbuy.com
3 out of 5 at amazon. Check out the reviews.
Bought these during the last sale. Power button just failed after a bit less than 90 days, yesterday, apparently a frequent point of failure. Checking on warranty,
Can you use these for swimming?
spotmonkey wrote:Can you use these for swimming?
Swimming doesn't require headphones.
Bought one. Charged it. It didn't work. Only bluetooth device I've ever bought that couldn't be detected by an iTouch, bluetooth cellphone nor android tablet. Poor reviews confirm this is a risky buy.
I have had these since November. I bought them new for about $45. They've worked very well overall, although the earbuds can fall off if you aren't careful. Also, they will not be as loud as wired headphones. Many complaints in the reviews you'll read will discuss volume, but the expectations are pretty unreasonable.
I use mine in a very large fitness center and never have an issue with the signal. I leave the iPod nano with my things at the door. I only leave disappointed when the gym is very loud and my music is tough to hear.
They work well for running, but they're pretty heavy. Sweat hasn't been a problem - just make sure the charger port is closed tightly. For very long runs, I wouldn't recommend them due to comfort.
I contacted Motorola when one of my earbuds fell off and disappeared. They sent a new set of all the earbuds promptly and for free.
Lastly, Motorola has released the S11 model, which is much more expensive ($100 or more). However, there have been many users reporting issues with build quality, even though the headset reportedly works very well and has many nice features.
I think this headset is a very good value at $30, as long as the refurbs work like the new ones. For about $10 more, you can get a new one.
Check out this "fair" review over at pcmag.com
conanthelibrarian wrote:Check out this "fair" review over at pcmag.com
Improved comfort compared with rigid previous model. Lower price than before.
Horrible sound quality with music. Still not particularly comfortable.
We're not sure what happened here, but Motorola has blown it with the S10-HD, a stereo Bluetooth headset that sounds markedly worse than the prior model.
Bought one from woot a couple of months ago. The right side barely works now and the headphones hurt my ears. As said before the ear buds easily fall offf.
Had a S9 model until the volume stuck on it. Was great..up to that point.
Have heard the S10 is better if for anything to simply have on a bike ride or walk without "strings" attached.
wasn't this just $20 the last time?
Bought these during another recent Woot sale. Use them to listen to and watch The Price is Right at the gym.
They're very quiet; even at full volume, I still have trouble hearing with them. They're also darned uncomfortable - some tipsters say "turn them upside down." They're still darned uncomfortable.
Battery life is decent. Pairing with multiple devices is a pain.
Glad I bought them but I wouldn't buy them again.
I have had these for about a year, I want to say I paid ~80 bucks for them, my only complaint is that sometimes I have to hit the "track forward button" multiple times b4 it skips, sometimes it "un-pairs" from my phone, but it is generally on gym days when I am wearing static-heavy synthetic fabrics which seem to short out my phone in general. for this price, u dont have anything to lose for a product with great sound and great performance. I saw a question as to whether these are totally water proof, NO, the are water (as in heavy sweat) resistant. great for running and working out. they come with mulitple earbuds for your ear type, I have no major beefs with these
I considered the set I bought before to be worth the $25 I paid for them. The earbuds definitely fall off like all the time, and it does kinda push on your head. The biggest problem was that the mike picked up every noise in the neighborhood, so I wasn't able to use for handsfree calling in the car. I ended up switching to a wired headset with poofy earmuffs (also from Woot).
I love mine. I've been extremely impressed with the range — often crystal clear for more than 80 feet, even through a door or wall. They pair easily and automatically with my iPhone.
The battery seems to consistently last most of 4 hours.
Superglue the earbuds and the rubber temple cushions on.
They're a little tight if you have a big head. I had sore spots over my ears where they pressed my skull for a couple of weeks.
Still, I snagged a spare set last time because I can't imagine being without them should my current pair finally die or get lost. Once you go wireless you'll never…well, rarely…go back.
There is a reason that these show up on Woot and other discounters so often. These have a high return rate. The power button failure has been mentioned several times here and it can't be stressed enough that it is a crap shoot as to whether you will get one that will hold up over time. I went through 3 returns before giving up and doing a self repair I found online that involved glueing a small piece of tin foil underneath the power button to improve contact. Now it works 75% of the time. If you want my advice, pay $10 more for a used Motorola S305 on Amazon. It is a much better quality product.
I bought these when they first came out at a much higher price.
Clarity - Nothing special but not bad.
Volume - Great. I used the biggest cushions to drown out outside noise. No problem mowing or weed wacking while listening to music.
Battery Life - Pretty good. Charged them every night and used them sometimes a whole work day.
Bluetooth - No problems linking but I did have to keep phone pretty close (same room) to maintain signal.
Fit - Probably my only downside. These things eventually hurt after a while. Sometimes put them on upside down to relieve pressure.
I can only speak for myself but I really enjoyed these headphones. I do believe others' negative comments so I guess I got a "good batch"
I bought a pair of these awhile back from Woot. They look great setting on my desk. A reminder to NOT buy Motorola again. They have never worked from day one. Time on the phone, time online, etc...they refuse to pair with anything successfully.
I'll give you my address, send me your money and you'll get exactly the same amount of satisfaction I have from mine. Although, I'll be considerably cheered up and you will have done a good deed. Woot rocks, these headphones somewhat less so.
conanthelibrarian wrote:Lots of so-so (2.8 out of 5.0) reviews over at bestbuy.com
Honestly I love my pair. At this price, you can't get any better. I will say they don't fit well with glasses of any kind.
I love them but you have to be super gentle with them. I've never had the ear buds come off, but I put them on and remove them slowly. I heard people complain the buttons don't work, so I try and use my phone for volume and tracking. Power button still works great.
There is a TON to be said for the discomfort. You basically need to wear the ear buds that seem the most comfortable at first, then stick with it; they are going to be downright painful in your ears for about a week. Then your ears adjust and they are awesome. I seriously couldn't be happier with them. Had them for close to a year. Bought them here, refurbished.
I got these on woot about 4 months ago, and I love them. I have yet to have any problems with them, and I use them at the gym about 4 days a week.
But that doesn't come without a few howevers. They aren't very loud. So if you're looking for some bass boomin' action, look elsewhere. If you're someone with long hair, they can get a little annoying, because they hover on the back of your neck, and they are covered in a silicone like material. And the first two weeks or so that I had them, they were very tight on my head, but they did break in, and now they're very comfortable.
The sound quality is good, but you have to find the right sized earbud for your ears. I've never had a problem with the earbuds falling off.
I haven't heard it for myself, but my friend says that it has very good voice quality for calls.
All in all, I wouldn't buy them again if they broke, but they are a very good starter blutooth headset. After using them, I'm probably not going to go back to wired one.
wham wrote:Swimming doesn't require headphones.
But for a non-smartass answer, no, they are not waterproof. They aren't even sweat proof as the claim to be.
imtnbike wrote:Had a S9 model until the volume stuck on it. Was great..up to that point.
Have heard the S10 is better if for anything to simply have on a bike ride or walk without "strings" attached.
Please tell me you're not riding a bike in traffic with headphones on.
I would NOT recommend purchasing these if you wear glasses! I have had these since the last time woot sold them, and I can say that the feeling of plastic on plastic on skin is not an enjoyable one. These headsets, while being decent enough, can be quite uncomfortable and sometimes downright painful if you wear corrective lenses throughout your whole day. I recommend taking your glasses off and putting them on over this headset if you choose to use it.
I have been using these as somewhat disposable BT headphones. I've had them last as long as 90 days, or as short as less than two weeks. I believe the problem is that they are not nearly as sweat proof as they should be if they're going to make that claim. I sweat a lot, and live in FL, sothey are constantly gettign wet. It appears to be just a matter of time before they fail.
Very happy for those who have found a pair that holds up, but haven't had that experience myself.
I'm on my 5th or 6th pair, with a couple more spares lying around, but have passed on these the last few time they came up, and will pass this time.
Based on lots of feedback from members of our tri club, I just bit the bullet on a set of Jaybirds, which seem to have the best reputation for holding up to sweat.
gunky wrote:I would NOT recommend purchasing these if you wear glasses! I have had these since the last time woot sold them, and I can say that the feeling of plastic on plastic on skin is not an enjoyable one. These headsets, while being decent enough, can be quite uncomfortable and sometimes downright painful if you wear corrective lenses throughout your whole day. I recommend taking your glasses off and putting them on over this headset if you choose to use it.
Good point. I've had the same experience with sunglasses.
If you enjoy listening to music then do not buy these. It is a decent Bluetooth headset though since phone calls don't have to sound great. Oh, and they are uncomfortable.
I bought these to wear while mowing the lawn. They were okay for that purpose and while they lasted (which was one use). A couple of weeks later and they would no longer pair. Obviously YMMV, and $25 isn't a large investment, but this was my experience.
I got a set from Woot about three months ago. They work great.
My Motoactv GPS watch has no problem detecting it.
I use it running, not for critical listening, and the sound is good.
I run outside, so the ambient noise isn't a problem, and they play plenty loud; I have the volume turned down on them quite far.
I have a fairly large head, and don't have a problem with the fit or comfort.
I usually don't run for more than a couple of hours and haven't had a problem with charge time.
Two thumbs up from me, especially for $25.
I have had the s9 for many years and I barely used them because of the poor and uncomfortable design. It looks like the S10 is sleaker, but pretty much looks the same. Too much pressure on the ears, uncomfortable if not painful over extended use, and annoying as all hell if you have a collared shirt or jacket.
I just bought the LG HBS 730 Tone+ and could not be happier. From my experience, these have great sound, super long batter life, and are extremely comfortable to the point you forget you're wearing them. From reviews, they have excellent sound for stereo bluetooth. From an audiophile standpoint, the sound is okay, but wired will always sound better than a BT. It works great with my Iphone 4 with zero connection problems and a range of about 30 feet. It was definitely worth the 52 dollar price tag on amazon. Although 25 bucks is a good price for stereo bluetooth headphones, I'd shell out the cash for something you'd actually use on the regular...IMHO.
I've had these for about a year (bought from woot), my experience:
Love them. I've probably spent a fortune on headphones through the years and these have lasted me the longest. I use them when I work out, or when I want to listen to music around the house. Good range and sound. It is a bit low in certain environments, but never been so bad that it's been a problem.
The buds do fall out, I somehow managed to keep mine for a while even though they fell out after use almost daily.
I ended up ordering these: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003H0DR5K/ref=oh_details_o04_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
They work much better.
I also got a pair for my mom, and she uses them daily as well. Might buy another, for the price they've been one of my best purchases on woot.
Do NOT buy this! I bought two of these (yes, I'm an optimist). Neither lasted a month.
Yes.... But not for long
Will these fit a child's head? I want a set of bluetooth headphones to pair with a tablet for movie viewing when going on a long drive.
I bought these last November and have been very happy with them. They have some faults,but overall a good purchase. I am not sure where people are getting the 4hr music time from, as i work 10hr graves and can usually get 6-7hrs easily. On average I get 8-9hrs of talk time...continuous... don't ask :/. They can pinch if you have a larger head, but they do flex and i have found that they fit nicely and always stay in place. The audio quality and bluetooth range is awesome, though the volume is at times quite... especially while talking to someone. The biggest complaint I get from people on the other end is that the microphone pick up everything... it does a piss-poor job of noise-canceling. Overall definitely worth the asking price today. just my 2 cents worth.
bought them on a previous round, very disappointed. They don't get very loud and all the outside sounds come through. Not Touché away!ing, just cautioning anyone buying them
boomboomvaldez wrote:wasn't this just $20 the last time?
yes i got 3 and 2 were DOA.... now they sell them again for 5 bucks more... Who Trusts Felix??


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Friday, September 14, 2012
Yampa Valley Crane Festival schedule
7 a.m. Shuttle leaves at 6:15 a.m. from Stock Bridge Transit Center to Carpenter Ranch for crane viewing, family activities and bird walks. Shuttle leaves Carpenter Ranch for return to Stock Bridge Transit Center at 11:30 a.m. $5 suggested donation for shuttle.
4 p.m. Shuttle leaves at 3:30 p.m. from Stock Bridge Transit Center to Carpenter Ranch for workshop on "Wildlife Photography for Beginners" with Judy Jones, family activities and a picnic dinner. Shuttle leaves Carpenter Ranch at 7 p.m. and returns to Stock Bridge Transit Center. $5 suggested donation for shuttle.
12:30 p.m. Senior program and "Raising Kid Colt" screening at Steamboat Springs Community Center, FREE
2:30 p.m. Senior program and "Raising Kid Colt" screening at the Haven Community Center in Hayden, FREE
6 p.m. Young Writers Group writing activity with BookTrails at Bud Werner Memorial Library, FREE
7 p.m. Shuttle leaves at 6:15 p.m. from Stock Bridge Transit Center to Carpenter Ranch for crane viewing. $5 suggested donation for shuttle.
7 a.m. Shuttle leaves at 6:15 a.m. from Stock Bridge Transit Center to Carpenter Ranch for crane viewing. $5 suggested donation for shuttle.
10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Crane film screenings, art exhibition and lectures at Bud Werner Memorial Library, FREE
7 a.m. Shuttle leaves at 6:15 a.m. from Stock Bridge Transit Center to Carpenter Ranch for crane viewing. $5 suggested donation for shuttle.
10:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. Crane film screenings, art exhibition and lectures at Bud Werner Memorial Library, FREE
Steamboat Springs They call themselves craniacs.
Those who revere and study the migratory greater sandhill cranes that pass through Steamboat each year, like confessed craniac Nancy Merrill, are enamored of the nearly 5-foot-tall birds, who sometimes nest and raise their young in local wheat fields and wetlands.
"They're amazing creatures," local resident Merrill said. "They've inspired humans throughout history. I think they're just a species that are charismatic. They just attract people."
And at the end of the Yampa Valley Crane Festival next week, there could be a few more converted craniacs.
The four-day festival features viewings, workshops, exhibitions, lectures and family activities relating to sandhill cranes. The event kicked off at Bud Werner Memorial Library on Thursday night at a screening of the film "Born to Fly."
Merrill, president of the Colorado Crane Conservation Coalition, which sponsored the event in partnership with several other organizations, said about 175 people came out to the screening, where local elementary school students were honored for their submissions to a crane coloring contest.
"There was lots of interest in the crane festival," she said about the event. "It was a wonderful kickoff event."
The festival begins in earnest Sunday, which is a day filled with family-oriented events at Carpenter Ranch west of Steamboat Springs.
On Sunday, Tuesday and Wednesday, shuttles will leave at 6:15 a.m. from Steamboat's Stock Bridge Transit Center for crane viewing at several west Steamboat locations. On Sunday and Monday evenings, there are shuttles for crane viewing at dusk.
On Tuesday and Wednesday, there will be several lectures, film screenings and the exhibition of a crane art show at Bud Werner Memorial Library.
Local art galleries Mangelsen Images of Nature, the Artists' Gallery of Steamboat and the Sleeping Giant Gallery have crane-related work on display, and there will be a wildlife photography workshop Sunday afternoon at Carpenter Ranch.
Merrill said a highlight of the week is a talk Wednesday night with ornithologist and International Crane Foundation co-founder George Archibald.
Archibald speaks at 7 p.m. in Library Hall at Bud Werner Memorial Library about cranes living at high altitude. In addition to the Rocky Mountains' sandhill cranes, there are other crane species that live on the Tibetan Plateau and migrate over the Himalayas.
Local birder David Moulton and his wife, Tresa, helped organized the viewing portions of the festival. Moulton said he became fascinated with cranes when he moved to the Yampa Valley eight years ago. He will be telling stories on Sunday at Carpenter Ranch related to cranes' place in Japanese and Australian culture.
"The cranes pass through here every year, and a bunch of them actually nest here," Moulton said. "It's a fascinating bird. They're huge, they're incredibly graceful and the sound, it's almost eerie. They do all these complex dance maneuvers pretty much year-round."
Merrill said the impetus for the event, and the recent founding of the Colorado Crane Conservation Coalition, was a proposal last year to allow hunting of sandhill cranes in Colorado. The proposal eventually was dropped.
"It's raised people's consciousness about the fact that cranes are in our valley," Merrill said. "I think people are curious, and they want to learn more. I think they enjoy getting outside, and this is a wonderful reason to do that."
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RE: st: ln transform and box cox
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RE: st: ln transform and box cox
Wed, 6 Mar 2013 17:10:37 +0000
Thanks for your input and for the slides.
It is natural to observe increased variation between (human) fetuses as gestation progresses and this is why I logged the weight variable (and to help the models converge). The fracpoly command returned powers of 1 and 2 when weight was on the log scale. My analysis thus far has been to try and obtain the best fitting age terms for the data and then I was going to add explanatory variables to the model (ethnicity, sex, maternal height & weight).
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Subject: Re: st: ln transform and box cox
Left unaddressed thus far is the issue of _why_ you are seeing increased variance as age increases. Before going any further, one thing I'd be really curious about is whether there was some underlying cause (e.g. gender differences, age of the mother) for divergent weights that you should include in your model but currently are not.
You don't say what kind of fetuses you are weighing, but I'm guessing humans because of your affiliation. After birth, one of closest correlates will be length of the infant, height of the child, and so forth. Measurement of fetuses is way outside my area of expertise, so I don't know if it is possible to gather additional information, but I hope the general point comes through.
I am also not convinced that -fracpoly- is really needed. From a biological standpoint, just thinking about the relationship between weight and age, it doesn't make much sense to choose a function for age other than age+age^2 or ln(age). I think age+age^2 is probably more common.
Take a look at these slides. There are some good books out there for longitudinal modeling, but happily the slides cover many of the issues and have the benefit of being free. They also happen to address growth curve modeling with -xtmixed-.
I concur with Maarten's recommendation to see Fitzmaurice, Laird, and Ware. It is an excellent text & you if don't have a copy you should get one.
On Wed, Mar 6, 2013 at 9:58 AM, Maarten Buis <firstname.lastname@example.com> wrote:
> Yes it does make a big difference. You could look at -xtgee- as a
> panale data generalization of -glm-, and -xtgee- is an alowed program
> in -fracpoly-. However, whether or not that model estimates what you
> want it to estimate becomes very subtle question. See for example
> chapter 13 of G.M. Fitzmaurice, N.M. Laird and J.H. Ware (2004)
> "Applied Longitudinal Analysis". Hoboken: Wiley. Your data structure
> certainly makes Box-Cox regression not an option.
> Hope this helps,
> Maarten
> On Wed, Mar 6, 2013 at 4:43 PM, Thomas Norris wrote:
>> Thank you both for your advice, I will get the book. As my models are using serially collected data in the same participant, I was fitting using xtmixed, not regress. Does this change things? Please excuse my ignorance.
>> Many thanks,
>> Tom
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>> 100% agree with Maarten and it's what I show in class now.
>> However, if you want to do transformations I highly recommend getting your hands on a copy of A. C. Atkinson's Plots, Transformations & Regression (Oxford, 1986).
>> On Wed, Mar 6, 2013 at 10:16 AM, Maarten Buis <firstname.lastname@example.com> wrote:
>>> On Wed, Mar 6, 2013 at 4:07 PM, Thomas Norris wrote:
>>>> I am running estimated fetal weight growth models. Weight shows increasing variance as gestation proceeds so I was advised to take the natural logarithm of weight to address this issue. However I am having doubts about whether this transformation is appropriate. Should I instead use a box cox transformation of the weight variable?
>>>> If this is the case, how would I proceed with running the box cox? I have used the help and see that the syntax is straightforward, but I don't know how I would include the independent variables (age), as in my case, this is what I am trying to find out, ie which age term(s) best describe the data using the fracpoly command. With natural log weight, the best 2 degree fracpoly was with age terms 1 and 2 (fracpoly command didn't converge on raw scale), but if I put these in the box cox, they are based on natural logged data, which is the thing I am doubting.
>>> Generally, the advise on this list is not transform the
>>> dependent/explained/response/left-hand-side/y variable but to use a
>>> log-link function instead. See:
>>> <http://blog.stata.com/2011/08/22/use-poisson-rather-than-regress-te
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>>> Your real problem problem appears to be the combination of
>>> -fracpoly- and -boxcox-, which is not allowed. You can use either
>>> -glm- or
>>> -poisson- with -fracpoly-, thus solving your problem.
>>> -- Maarten
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You've all probably heard that Steven Sinofsky, the head of Microsoft's Windows division, left the company and that Julie Larson-Green, responsible for program management, user interface design and research, as well as development of all international releases of Windows 7 and 8, will be taking over his position. Tami Reller will lead business and marketing strategy for Windows, including Surface and partner devices. Microsoft's CEO Steve Ballmer only had good words for Sinofsky on his departure, reminiscing how huge his contributions are to the company. And Sinofsky cannot thank Microsoft enough for everything he has and is because of the company.
A trip down memory lane…
Sinofsky joined Microsoft in 1989 as a software designer engineer, but it wasn't until 1994 that he was given a chance to shine when Microsoft's Office Product Unit was formed. Sinofsky joined the team as the director of program management and led the design of the shared technologies in Microsoft Office 95 and Microsoft Office 97. He spent four years as a software design engineer and project lead in the Development Tools group, where he helped lead the development of the first versions of the Microsoft Foundation Classes C++ library for Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Visual C++.
He was involved in the development of Microsoft Office system of programs, servers and services, responsible for the product development of Microsoft Office 2007, the ribbon UI, and oversaw the development of Microsoft Office 2003, Microsoft Office XP, and Microsoft Office 2000.
In 2009, Sinofsky became the president of Windows division and his first heavily-involved projects included Windows Live Wave 3 and Internet Explorer 8. He was also responsible for the development of Windows 8 and the Surface tablets. It was believed that Sinofsky and his team were already working on the next version of Windows so his departure from the company was a bit of a surprise but one that is said to have been a mutual decision between the company and Sinofsky.
Sinofsky bids farewell
After Ballmer sent a memo to Microsoft employees regarding Sinofsky's departure and the new appointees, Sinofsky also bid farewell to every employee of Microsoft in an internal e-mail:
From: Steven Sinofsky
Sent: Monday, November 12, 2012 5:42 PM
To: Microsoft – All Employees (QBDG)
Subject: RE: Windows Leadership Changes
With the general availability of Windows 8/RT and Surface, I have decided it is time for me to take a step back from my responsibilities at Microsoft. I've always advocated using the break between product cycles as an opportunity to reflect and to look ahead, and that applies to me too.
After more than 23 years working on a wide range of Microsoft products, I have decided to leave the company to seek new opportunities that build on these experiences. My passion for building products is as strong as ever and I look forward focusing my energy and creativity along similar lines.
The Windows team, in partnerships across all of Microsoft and our industry, just completed products and services introducing a new era of Windows computing. It is an incredible experience to be part of a generational change in a unique product like Windows, one accomplished with an undeniable elegance. Building on Windows, Surface excels in design and utility for a new era of PCs. With the Store, Internet Explorer, Outlook.com, SkyDrive and more, each of which lead the way, this experience is connected to amazing cloud services.
It is inspiring to think of these efforts making their way into the hands of Microsoft's next billion customers. We can reflect on this project as a remarkable achievement for each of us and for the team. Our work is not done, such is the world of technology, and so much more is in store for customers.
It is impossible to count the blessings I have received over my years at Microsoft. I am humbled by the professionalism and generosity of everyone I have had the good fortune to work with at this awesome company. I am beyond grateful.
I have always promised myself when the right time came for me to change course, I would be brief, unlike one of my infamous short blog posts, and strive to be less memorable than the products and teams with which I have been proudly and humbly associated. The brevity of this announcement is simply a feature.
Some might notice a bit of chatter speculating about this decision or timing. I can assure you that none could be true as this was a personal and private choice that in no way reflects any speculation or theories one might read–about me, opportunity, the company or its leadership.
As I've always believed in making space for new leaders as quickly as possible, this announcement is effective immediately and I will assist however needed with the transition.
I am super excited for what the future holds for the team and Microsoft.
With my deepest appreciation,
Steven Sinofsky


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In the aftermath of the massive earthquake that struck Nepal in April 2015, DharmaCrafts launched a project to aid the victims of this tragic disaster. Due to your support of Nepalese artisans and Rebuilding Nepal through Trade, DharmaCrafts was able to donate $12,224.00 to relief efforts. We are very happy that together we were able to benefit the victims of this terrible disaster. A large percentage of the donation went to Roshi Joan Halifax's Nepal Earthquake Relief Fund (NERF) set up through Upaya Zen Center and to the Save the Children Fund.
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The foundation cushion for your zafu (round sitting cushion) or meditation bench. A zabuton provides essential cushioning for your ankles and knees when sitting cross-legged on a zafu or on a meditation bench. Years of Zen Center living have gone into the design of this mat.The same inner cushions as our Classics, but with certified organic, 9 oz. cotton duck covers. With a softer feel than the Classic, the organic cotton cover is colored using eco-friendly, low-impact dyes in an array of new colors to brighten your meditation space.
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All round buckwheat filled zafu cushions, flat zabuton mats, roll up and go yoga mats, and support cushions come with a zippered cover that may be removed for washing.
Kapok zafus and bench cushions: spot clean only.
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— Buckwheat zafu: Inner shell is also washable. Remove outer cover, unzip shell & pour out buckwheat before washing. Buckwheat hulls should NOT get wet.
— Zabuton mat: Cut the decorative stitch/tack on surface of cushion before removing cover.
— Two-toned cushions: Dry cleaning is recommended to prevent the risk of bleeding.
Hang to dry. Do NOT use dryer. Cotton will shrink in dryer. Iron on cotton setting.
Buckwheat hull and cotton batting filling should NOT get wet.
As with all fine fabrics, avoid direct sunlight. All fabrics will fade over time.
Printable Meditation Cushion Care Instructions (opens as PDF)
People who meditate come in all shapes and sizes. DharmaCrafts offers a wide selection of meditation cushions, support cushions, and benches. Click here to learn about which cushion or bench is best for you. More questions? Contact our customer service team -- we meditate, we know our cushions inside and out, we're happy to answer your questions and to offer advice. Call 866-339-4198, 9am, ET, - 5pm, ET, M-F; email us at customer_service<@>dharmacrafts.com
The short answer: All 3 collections are built to last with double-stitched seams, durable cotton duck fabric, and zippered covers.
Classic Collection: We use non-organic, cover fabric in "classic" colors (black brown, midnight blue, royal blue, green, maroon).
Eco Collection: We offer a wide array of bright ORGANIC covers colored using eco-friendly, low impact dyes.
Organic Collection: We use the same outer covers as the Eco Collection plus organic lining fabric and organic cotton batting in the zabuton.
Want more detailed information? View our Cushion Collection Comparison Chart (PDF) and our Eco and Organic Cushion Comparison Chart (PDF).
Yes, we can make a cushion, mat, or yoga mat to your size and color specifications. We can even use cover fabric that you supply. Custom orders normally take 1-2 weeks to complete. Please call us at 866-339-4198 for pricing and estimated delivery time. Custom orders are non-returnable.
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"So. You gonna marry me, or what?" Ten years ago, that's how I proposed to my husband. We were riding an El-train in Chicago at the time. Taken out of context, it doesn't sound like a particularly romantic way to pop the question, but trust me. Those seven little words transported us back to our first night as a couple when, after almost two years of unresolved sexual tension, I finally asked him, "So. You gonna kiss me, or what?"
Not every marriage proposal requires so much backstory before witnesses start ooh-ing and ahh-ing over the happy ending. I'm obviously not much of a romantic, but even I cheered and teared-up the first time I watched the video of Isaac Lamb's all lip-synching, all dancing, unironically enthusiastic proposal to his girlfriend Amy Beth Frankel.
Watch! Enjoy! And try not to worry that your own proposal story was (or will be) woefully inadequate by comparison.


text: I need some advice on best laptop use. I find a moving screensaver distracting, so; 1:Is it better to let your screensaver go to the "blank screen" option or let it turn the screen off using the power settings built into my system when it's idle 20-30 mins? 2:Is it better to put my laptop into hibernate when I'm finished using it for the day or shut it completely down? Thks in advance for the replies.


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Can you post bigger pics?
Dj... R u funnin' me???
Clicked on em but they never got bigger, sorry, just too small for my eyes. Do feel for you though, what a pity.
Keep us posted on this, Seymore. I have always looked at my electric company, who also uses contractors to spray herbicide, with suspicion. Doubtlessly keeping their contractors rotated makes it very easy to use things off-label and have no accountability. I really looooove the answers you got from them. That's bull.
Kaz, will do an update when I hear. Texted the guy yesterday who said he would get my contact info to the peole who could tell me what was sprayed. Told him I was still waiting. He asked me for my address and said he'd get it to me himself. So....he couldn't do that last week?? NOW he can find out? I just sorta think what I get from him will not necessarily match with what was actually sprayed. YA THINK??!
Document, document, document... It sounds to me like their delaying and letting the evidence "drift away". This isn't there first rodeo, I'm sure. I would give them a set amount of time to respond. If they don't respond then send them a bill for the damages. If they don't pay take them to small claims court or higher if the damages are higher....let a judge decide what happened. I think it would be one of those "duh" things in most anyone's mind that the hive in the closest proximity to the spraying died shortly after the spraying was done and the other two that were further away and somewhat shielded had no problems. That's a mighty long shot. They sprayed, bees died,....hello?
They will drag their feet, stammer, stutter, and finally come up with a receipt where they purchased a bottle of Terror sugar syrup to kill ants. They don't want to find out what happened, they don't want *you* to find out what happened, they don't won't to make it right with you, they just want you to go away. Document this whole situation.
Fair warning, I'm not a lawyer...but I *think* I stayed at a Holiday Inn Express once.
A letter from an attorney stating that either a remedy to the problem needs to be reached in xxx days or a court date will have to be set will usually get their attention&costs around $50.[added to the bill]
What you do in this situation, is there any chance to get compensation or any assistance or subsidies?
Sorrz for my bad english...
A tale of two cities: It was the worst of times; it was the best of times.
:cry: This is not a post I ever plan to post again! :cry:
I have not contacted the electric company since receiving the composition of their herbicide. Fortunately, I was patient and didn't contact the papers (like I was dying to!) with my rants and raves and sad pictures. I HAVE spent several hours researching the situatuion and all possible causes. I'm a fairly good detective (though as yet only a mediocre beek). The one thing that absolutely did not make sense was the fact that there were NO supplies within the hive. It was very obviously NOT robbed, but that would be a better answer for me.
I spent a good half hour or more with Bart at Beltsville, MD, where they do NOT test for pesticides btw. I also spent that much time or more with Jon, our state apiculturist. They were very helpful and we applied what I call the rubic cube examination method to my situation. With their at least 50 years of beek experience and my description of the situation, along with countless other interviews and questionings, the only answer that made any sense:
I starved my bees.
It makes me so sad to "say" that out loud, but I know this is what happened and now I have to live with that. It was a beautiful, booming hive and my timing to stop feeding hit right before the drought hit. My last quick check revealed some absolutely gorgeous brood so I shut her back up and called her good. Not a big mistake. HUGE mistake.
I have painfully learned an invaluable lesson. I immediately checked my other 2 hives and guess where they were heading. No obvious signs of brood, larva or eggs. I thought both hives were queenless. I immediately started feeding both hives and set about finding new queens. Found some locally. Wanted to get brood too to expedite their recovery time so I had to do some switching of boxes (due to equip incompatibilities). This being a week after I started feeding, guess what I found - LARVA! I had queens.
BEGINNERS - VERY IMPORTANT! I did not understand this when I heard it and STILL didn't understand it when I SAW it. In a drought, YOUR QUEEN CAN BE ALIVE BUT CAN STOP LAYING IN THE ABSENCE OF FOOD! She goes I guess bee version of dormant! A week earlier, I had no visible signs of queen, eggs, larva, or brood. Thought she was a goner. Fed for a week and boom - larva!
It is very difficult to find a bright spot in one's beetending skills when one (THIS one) kills a beautiful, bustling hive. But I always try to find value in my mistakes.
The lessons/values here:
*A top-box-only inspection revealing gorgeous brood does not a good inspection make.
*I saved two hives that possibly could have suffered the same fate.
*None of my bees will ever meet that fate again, if I have anything to do with it.
*I do have some beautiful drawn comb that I CAN use, since not from pesticide exposure.
*And when someone tells me stop feeding... I will not blindly accept this advise and assume all is well.
Thanks for sharing, Seymore...lots of folks wouldn't have but it is some good information that us newbies need to know. You probably just helped a bunch of hives avoid the same fate.
I know you feel bad about what happened, but good will come out of it ultimately....your inspections will be much more thorough and your future attention to the needs of your bees will probably be more keen than most folks. I would guess that you are going to be a very good beek.
Best wishes,
Ed, what a sweet comment. Thank you! I do hope someone else can gain from my loss, for sure.
Thanks for letting us know, Seymore. I wondered about starving bees with the droughts everyone has been having. I've been feeding all of mine a quarter of gallon every night, recently, and I'm glad I did.
I wonder why they didn't abscond first? Oh-- right. They still had brood just before that...
Kaz, I was told the bees won't leave a bad situation to go to a worse situation.... Absconding when a drought is going on is certain death. Not sure if it is accurate but it made sense.Quote:
Iwonder why they didn't abscond first?
Thanks Seymore, being new to bee keeping, it is very helpful the information you shared.
my grandfather always said "no great loss without some small gain"