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James was the 12th ranked HB coming into college ball. And running a 4.4 isnt anything special either.
DeAnthony Thomas was one of like 4 5 star recruits that Chip had while at Oregon.
And option QBs can and often are very high recruits.
You're right that Chip is not a defensive guy, but that just means he will need the right defensive coordinator to be successful. Look at how much Gus Bradley has done for Pete Carroll.
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If people think that all the eagles are going to do is run option reads, they are kidding themselves. Chip Kelly is a good coach because, like any good coach, he puts his players in the best possible scenario to succeed. While at New Hampshire, he chucked the ball fifty times a game. At Oregon, he ran it fifty times a game.
I'm more interested in seeing his defenses. I wonder what coordinators he will bring with him. It's not like we ever heard of Oregon coordinators even interviewing for other NCAA jobs. His defenses in Oregon never really played base 4-3 or 3-4, and he would usually have five - six defensive backs on the field at a time.
I think this is one of the worst possible situations for a new coach to walk into, especially when they have absolutely NO NFL experience. Although the Eagles were 4-12 last year, they still have the pieces to win the NFC East. Just because Kelly is a first year guy does not mean he wont be expected to win starting next year. If he struggles for two years, he will lose his job.
It's funny because everyone used to talk about how Reid always managed to out-coach Coughlin time and time again....now they have a new HC straight out of college with zero NFL experience and the consensus is that we're about to get owned by Philly even more so.
So what does it boil down to, is our coaching staff that awful in your eyes that we don't have any confidence facing anyone, or are you guys just saying Philly is a better team overall?
Personally I think this mass hysteria is pathetic.


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Ok! Do you guys glove up when messing with this stuff?
No, but llok out for sunshine and hot temps. Its 80+ in the hive... Try to keep them shaded if temps are going any higher. The problem is if you have DWV its highly contagious, and very bad for a hive, worse than the brood loss from MAQS..... if your real nervous, put your queens in a single frame nuc while you treat, then put just the queen back when done.. you get a break in brood and the MAQS perks.... then leave the singles as a walk away, or combine a cpl of them as walk aways.
What's the weather forecast for the next week? That's important if using MAQS. VERY temperature sensitive! Hopguard is not temp sensitive. MAQS can be hard on brood and queens if it gets too warm outside.
There is a how to in the diseases and pests section on the use of MAQS. It's a sticky and at the top of the section. I've used MAQS and will be using it anymore due to temp sensitivity and queen issues. I also don't think it's as effective as it needs to be. I used it side by side with another method last year in the same yard and the MAQS performed worse then the other method.
If you're seeing DWV AND the inspector is saying you should be treating, the obvious answer to your question is yes, you should treat. The same answer I gave several days ago.
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Ok thanks. I think I'm going to use Hop Guard so it's not too rough on my brood.
I've noticed in beekeeping there are many different methods to achieve the same result. Some however work better then others. Some use powder sugar shakes to kill mites, some only to do a mite count, some use chems, some don't. Etc.
Even I will say "go ahead with the chemical assault" if the inspector told you to treat, AND you have DWV... If it were my personal hive, I'd still probably try other things, but it's not my hive & I'm not there to check on the progress of an "alternative treatment" in your hive, so I'll vote "treat" on this one (well, treat now, then look into other methods to keep the mite count down once treating gets them under control in the first place)
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I only saw one bee with messed up wings. It's not the whole hive.
And what's a brood break?
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So your saying I need to move her out?
I'm only a few miles away from the original poster. I installed a local nuc about 6 weeks ago. In the first few days after installation, I saw 2 bees crawling around in front of the hive with DWV. I was pretty worried.
That hive is booming, and I've seen no more DWV. It's gone from a 5 frame nuc to 17 frames in that 6 weeks and it is chock full of healthy bees.
Maybe I'm just lucky, but I'm glad I didn't treat. It may be that the hive will die later in the year, and if it does I won't be surprised. I do plan to make the hive go through a brood break at some point before fall. I'm in the learning phase, and expect to lose bees. It's part of my self-education.
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It's my impression, from the research I've done, that numerous DWV bees is often a sign of a hive nearing collapse from a mite overload, rather than a disease like the foulbroods that will get out of hand if ignored. Obviously that didn't happen in my case, at least not yet. According to Michael Bush, if I remember accurately, finding a bee or two with DWV is not something to get too excited about. The theory I find most plausible is that this is a opportunistic virus that primarily affects bees weakened by mites or other stressors.
Of course, I am a newbee, so I could be completely wrong. But it doesn't matter, because I'm not going to treat for mites. So we'll see. There has been no more DWV as far as I can tell, and the hive is booming. If it were an infection that inevitably kills a hive, the hive would not be thriving, or so it seems to me.


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We may not do Thanksgiving, but replace pecans with walnuts for a sweet caramel/toffee pie. Or trim a pumpkin pie with spicy nuts. Try Waiheke's Casito Miro Madam Rouge nuts for a sweet/salt burst.
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Stir walnuts and shredded watercress through hot pasta (or baby rocket or spinach - it will wilt in the heat). A little of the pasta water and a good crumbling of a smelly blue cheese, feta or big shaves of parmesan and dinner is done.
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Steamed and lightly grilled asparagus gets a fresh twist with a sprinkling of walnuts, crumbled goat's cheese and plenty of rock salt. Spring at its best.


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No one seems to home-make tomato soup these days. This base is pretty simple and can be frozen, reheated and cream added before serving. Make a big batch.
I used a mixture of tomatoes, just make sure they are ripe and fleshy.
Makes enough for 8 generous bowls.
1. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a heavy-based pan and soften a thinly sliced medium onion and 2 crushed cloves of garlic. Add a good bunch of thyme sprigs. Cook gently until the onion is clear but not coloured.
2. Turn up the heat and add half a cup of tomato paste.
3. Keep cooking and stirring until the paste starts to caramelise, about 5 minutes.
4. Turn down the heat and add 2kg of chopped fresh tomatoes, 2 teaspoons of brown sugar or honey and 6 cups of water.
5. Simmer until the soup has reduced by about a third.
6. Remove the soup from the heat, cool, take out the thyme sprigs and puree in batches.
7. Season well with salt and pepper and a little more sugar.
At this stage you could freeze the soup to use later.
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Long reported missing, feared dead, Singapore's soul is hiding in plain sight at the Amoy Street Food Centre. It is neither quaint nor modern: plain, peach-colored melamine tables, bolted into the red-tiled floor of a bustling open-air food court. Stacked defiantly against the back of a government ministry's parking garage, the center appears as drab and institutional as can be. Yet it seethes with life like a coral reef.
Here the hawkers ladle out the wildly diverse local fare that serves as both national obsession and metaphor. The woks brim with char kway teow, fish bee hoon, and rojak. There are lines of people waiting patiently for nasi lemak, for lor mee and chicken rice. There are no windows, no air-conditioning. When the season is right, a monsoon breeze plays through the neighboring rain trees, ruffling the feathers of the mynah birds as they scout for table scraps. Otherwise, patrons rely on a battery of oscillating fans to stir the equatorial air as they hunch over their food. No matter how crowded, or how hot, the mood is always relaxed, like a summer Sunday at a picnic grounds.
Singapore is a city raised quite literally out of the swamp. It was reclaimed from a torpid, pirate-plagued sea, hacked out of a tiger-infested jungle. Its citizens are descended from poor immigrants—Malay villagers, Indian convicts, and Chinese coolies who became traders, merchants, and who more recently have morphed into factory workers, secretaries, middle managers, and bankers. Much of Singapore's story, therefore, has been one of suppression—of vice, crime, sloth, communism, racism, unionism, and yes, suppression of chewing gum, spitting, even dirty toilets—anything that would interfere with its role as preferred way station along the world's most lucrative trade routes. It is no surprise that Singapore's public face is that of a humorless disciplinarian, prodding itself to keep up with the increasing pace and sophistication of global commerce.
The hawker center is where Singapore goes to be itself again. Not to be confused with fast-food shopping malls in the West, Singapore's old hawker center is a scaled-up version of the more traditional kopi tiam, an open-air coffee shop around which hawkers with pushcarts would gather. There was a time when the kopi tiam was the center of community life here. Nearby residents would gather to hear the news read by anyone literate enough and enjoy coffee served the traditional way, roasted with sugar, strong syrup, and cut with a dollop of sweetened condensed milk.
Amoy Street Food Center overlooks the corner where Amoy, McCallum, and Telok Ayer Streets converge, giving it a unique vantage point on Singapore's changing face. Less than 200 years ago, the Strait of Singapore lapped right up against Telok Ayer. It was here that the Chinese immigrants first settled, living cheek by jowl in the narrow shop-houses. Telok Ayer became the center of Chinatown's slave trade; Amoy Street was famous for its opium dens.
Today, the shop-houses' gaily painted shutters remain, conserved and gentrified to host a profusion of day spas, architects, and hedge funds. Reclamation has marooned them behind a wall of modern skyscrapers—Singapore's present-day commercial district. But the pile drivers report that even these will soon be overshadowed by a new downtown, built on more reclaimed land around a casino resort, Singapore's first. The hawker center on Amoy Street seems unaffected. The toothless old men with one foot perched on their stools rub shoulders with bankers in shirtsleeves, cellular headsets in their ears. Ambition and anxiety compel Singapore to continually re-craft itself. But life here will ever move at the pace of a girl sauntering under a parasol, the sound of her steps muffled by the whine of cicadas.
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Every year, students in the U.S. study the Constitution and the Bill of Rights on September 17—Constitution Day. TFK Kid Reporter Bridget Bernardo spoke to experts about one of the freedoms granted in the Bill of Rights: freedom of the press. Read her report below.
Founding father Thomas Jefferson once said, "Our liberty depends on the freedom of the press." In the U.S., freedom of the press is provided by the First Amendment of the Bill of Rights, a part of the Constitution. It states, "Congress shall make no law...abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press..."
Freedom of the press was included in the Bill of Rights because the founding fathers understood that if governments could block opinions or stories they disliked, then the public would be less informed. The press serves as a government watchdog and has used its First Amendment rights to hold public officials accountable. This has caused many to call the media the "Fourth Estate" or "fourth branch of government," fitting into the system of checks and balances among our Executive, Legislative and Judicial branches.
Yet since the First Amendment was adopted in 1791, the question of what falls under freedom of the press has been ongoing. Today, journalists, government officials and courts continue to struggle to apply the First Amendment and argue about its limits. Lawyer James Goodale is a leading expert on the First Amendment and media law. He says it's important that kids pay attention to these issues. "Kids, like everyone else, need to know and understand what's going on in the world," Goodale told TFK. "Without freedom of the press, there is no way we can understand what our politicians are doing."
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Who is covered by the free press? What rights does the First Amendment actually guarantee? Mostly, freedom of the press means that television, newspapers, magazines and other media sources can publish truthful reports—even if they are controversial—without interference from the government.
The protection offered by the First Amendment wasn't always clear. James Goodale's new book, Fighting for the Press, details his role as lawyer to the New York Times in the 1970s during the "Pentagon Papers Case." The Pentagon Papers were top-secret government documents that were given to the paper without the government's permission. The paper started publishing stories about the Pentagon Papers, and the government went to court to stop them. The government argued that it was illegal to publish the stories because the information was "classified" and that the stories would harm national security. The U.S. Supreme Court ruled in favor of the New York Times, stating that "the press was protected so that it could bare the secrets of government and inform the people."
Goodale says that the case's key lesson is that governments can become "bewitched by secrecy." This continues today, affecting the way reporters do their work, according to Goodale. "The government is clamping down on reporters, and they don't feel as free as they used to feel," he said.
Free Press in Schools?
While the Pentagon Papers case made it clear that the government couldn't block the publication of stories, student publications are held to a different standard. In another case, the Supreme Court ruled that educators can "exercise editorial control over the style and content of student speech" if it conflicts with the school's educational mission.
"There's definitely a reduced level of First Amendment freedom when you get inside the school walls during the school day, but it's not crystal clear where the line exists," Frank LoMonte, the Executive Director at the Student Press Law Center, told TFK. Regardless, he says, students "ought to have the freedom to critique school policies and programs and to address matters of social concern."
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The First Amendment is not just about censorship and control. New issues constantly emerge around freedom of the press. Earlier this year, the Justice Department made headlines when it revealed that it had secretly obtained two months of telephone records for reporters and editors for The Associated Press news service. The head of the AP called the seizure a "massive and unprecedented intrusion" into its reporting. The issue raised many questions. Can the government search that reporter's e-mails or listen to her phone calls to find out who is leaking the classified information? Is the reporter an accomplice to a crime?
Other questions have come up in the digital age, such as who is entitled to First Amendment protection. Well-known publications like TIME FOR KIDS and The New York Times are covered, but what about less established media such as bloggers and independent journalists? Do they get the same protections? The Constitution never explicitly answers these questions, so Americans get to debate and decide.
Goodale says these issues are "where the action is," and advises kids to get involved because "the fight for the press must always go on" in order for our society to remain well informed. "Freedom of the press is necessary for kids to build their foundation of an understanding of our political life," he says. Thomas Jefferson and the founding fathers would agree.
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I didn't know where to post this as haven't gotten any ideas yet but since it's a product of the hive, thought I would start here. Is there anyone who has raw cappings or beeswax for sale at a reasonable price? Looking to start some lotion bars and add to my soap (in a small %) as well.
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6 week hive check on a first season hive. Found 6 queen cells on the bottom of frames in the brood nest today. Several had "stuff" inside of them and a couple were open. I shaved off the closed ones out of fear of them swarming. I don't know why they would. They have an entire 4th super that they haven't done any work on yet. I also found 4 supersedure cells on the tops of frames. I left them alone, in fear that the bees know something I don't about their queen. I did not find the queen, but did spot eggs and larva in various stages of development. I still have a lot of capped brood and they are filling in their honey stores. The hive seems to be doing well, just not sure how to treat the queen cells. I am running all 8 frame mediums. The first 2 have been filled with brood and honey on the outside. The 3rd, they are filling entirely with honey. The 4th was added last week and they haven't touched it yet. I am really worried about them swarming and weakening their hive so early in the game. Your opinion, advice and experience are very much appreciated!!! Thanks in advance
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The wife says if I want an AR-15 lower some stuff has to go. This is crossposted on other forums time stamps and I'll take it followed by a PM. I went overboard on buying these mags. All prices include shipping Paypal prefered P.O. money orders are ok too
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Health and Serenity in the Ontario Hills
Sugar Ridge Retreat Centre • Wyebridge, Canada
Escape Kit
- A Two-Night Stay for Two in a Cabin
- Daily Buffet Breakfast for Two and Round-the-Clock Tea and Light Snacks
- All Yoga, Nia, Meditation, Zumba, Kettlebell, and Other Classes, Mondays through Fridays
The Destination
On the southern shore of Georgian Bay, the friendly town of Midland, Ontario, has become something of a regional hub. Its historic sites include Sainte-Marie among the Hurons—a French Jesuit mission to the Huron Wendat native people—where period reenactments provide a glimpse into Ontario's first European settlement. As it did then, life in Midland revolves around the gorgeous bay, which shows off its rocky shoreline and crystal-clear water best at Georgian Bay Islands National Park of Canada.
The Digs
If you can picture a private cabin, scenic rolling hills, and modern studios built for restorative meditation, it won't be a stretch to imagine Sugar Ridge Retreat Centre, a yoga-centered hideaway ten miles outside of Midland. Salute the sun each morning as natural light streams into your cabin—with so many windows, you won't need to strain your neck to spy deer and rabbits outside. Your days begin with delicious buffet breakfasts for two, and you'll enjoy access to all Monday-through-Friday studio classes in yoga, Nia, meditation, Zumba, kettlebell, and more.
Beginners can take it slow with classes in gentle yoga, while veterans can dive into more advanced techniques with power yoga and its rigorous aerobic pace or Nia and Zumba, which combine dance, body awareness, and creative movement into a fun-filled hour. Sugar Ridge's healthful dining services offer organic vegetarian options like spinach and portobello lasagna, veggie burgers with homemade fries and grilled vegetables, and fresh-made cookies that are nothing short of enlightening.
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When a crappy and miserable weather pattern is stuck in an area and just won't move on. First used on television by Twin Cities KARE 11 meteorologist Sven Sundgaard to describe a way too long set of days in late October 2012 filled with cold and rain.
Hurrican Sandy was preventing the atmospheric flow of things over Minnesota, resulting in atmospheric constipation.
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Enchantment in the Green Mountains
The Equinox Resort & Spa • Manchester Village, VT
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Equal parts New England quirkiness and Green Mountain tranquility, Manchester, Vermont, has been welcoming visitors for nearly two centuries. Known for its leafy forests and bubbling streams in warmer months, this historic locale boasts plenty of shopping to occupy frigid afternoons—more than 100 outlets and antique shops canvas the town. And, with a handful of famous past residents including Abraham Lincoln and family, the southern village is teeming with well-preserved spots sure to tickle history buffs.
The Digs
Since the 18th century, the AAA Four Diamond Award-winning Equinox Resort & Spa has welcomed discerning travelers to historic Manchester, Vermont, nestled in the Green Mountain National Forest. But the resort is no staid time capsule, and seamlessly blends the old with the new: Recently renovated rooms are decorated in a chic, earth-toned palette for an even mix of modern amenities and country charm. The 13,000-square-foot Spa at Equinox offers state-of-the-art fitness equipment, a 75-foot pool, and a full menu of beauty and wellness services; try the aromatherapy massage, which rebalances your body and mind. Four on-site bars and restaurants offer a range of dining options: Nibble on gourmet chocolates and locally sourced cheeses paired with a single-malt scotch in the Falcon Bar, or dig into hearty New England fare (think dishes like beef-chicken-duck shepherd's pie) at The Marsh Tavern, The Equinox's original 1769 building.
The Diversions
• Pay a pilgrimage to Hildene, the Lincoln family home
• Hike stately Bromley Mountain (ten miles away) and Stratton Mountain (17 miles away)
• Indulge in a little retail therapy with the shops and boutiques in Manchester Village
• Hit the links at the Golf Club at Equinox
"The Equinox defines the geographic center and historic heart of Manchester Village and has been the fancy hotel in town—and in the state—since the 18th century. The spa is the best in Southern Vermont... "-- Read Fodor's Review of The Equinox Resort & Spa
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Two bounty hunters are patrolling near a swamp and are startled by a giant scorpion-like creature, which they then kill. Says one to the other "I really dropped some mud there". Attribution: from movie Riddick, 2013, roughly quoted. To drop some mud, i.e. shit oneself from fear.
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Beach volleyball is similar to indoor volleyball, which is also played at the Olympics. The main difference, of course, is that it is played on a sand court and each team has just two players. Beachgoers first started playing the spin-off sport in the early 1920s in Santa Monica, California. Soon after, the game that began as family fun in the sun turned into a competitive sport played across the world. Beach volleyball is still fairly new to the Olympics. It made its official debut as an Olympic sport at the 1996 Games in Atlanta, Georgia. Besides battling opponents, beach volleyball players must also fight the elements. Competitors have to move quickly in the sand and be ready for the strength of the sun and the wind.
Rules of the Game
Olympic beach volleyball is made up of a men's and a women's tournament. Each tournament consists of 24 teams. Each team has two players. The goal of the game is to hit the ball over the net so that it lands inside the opposing team's court. Each team is given three hits to return the ball to the other side of the net. Except on a serve, players can use their head, arm, hands or any other part of their body to bump the ball. But don't hit the ball twice in a row! That is against the rules.
Matches are played best two-out-of-three sets. The first two sets are played to 21 points. The third serves as a tiebreaker set, if necessary. Teams must win a set by at least two points. Points are scored in a variety of ways: when the ball touches the court in bounds; when a ball is hit out of bounds; or when a player makes an un-returnable spike, among others. At the 2012 London Games, beach volleyball will be played at Horse Guards Parade, just outside of the Prime Minister's home on Downing Street. Sand will be brought in to create a temporary "beach."
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[quote user="JPizzack"][quote user="Morehead State"][quote user="JPizzack"][quote user="MattMeyerBud"][quote user="lttaylor56"][quote user="Morehead State"][quote user="JPizzack"]
[quote user="Morehead State"]Lets go easy on Hixon. He could still be a great return man for us. And we certainly need that.[/quote]

that was a pipe dream in 08....im tired of waiting for him to be healthy, let alone play a down of football in the regular season.
Like i said, unless he's making 400k this year, there's really no need to keep him around anymore.

Tore up his knee making a great play for our team. Don't you think you're being a tad harsh?

[/quote]I know what you mean mh and there is a degree of loyalty that should be paid to an injured player who came up big for the team. Problem is it's all about $ and cents and in the end, that's what decisions are based on. I'm not saying it's right, just sayin.[/quote]
theres no loyalty in this game/biz
if there is, its usually with the player to team not team to player
so do you think im being harsh, or realistic?? lol

I have no problem assessing his future impact on the team and wanting our FO to make the tough choices about Hixon. But your "I'm sick of waiting for him...." seemed a tad unappreciative.

I admit I could be wrong on this.

i get what youre saying....i understand. But me saying im tired of waiting, its just me being realistic.
Imagine all the 1st round draft busts you see in sports, we've had them too....and we didnt even draft hixon, we just thought we found a diamond in the rough, and he performed for a bit, but...there are alot of decent players who cant stay healthy, and he could be one of them. it's too bad.
If we do end up losing Manningham, Idothinkthere's a possibiliy we could keep Hixon if he's healthy enough to play. Shoot...I hope he is! But yea, it's a tough decision to make....just uhh...not that difficult. This is NY, and sadly, "what have you done for me lately?" is a trend in big cities

Its not "what have you done lately". Its "what can you do for us next year" that matters. I would say Hixon could continue to be an effective return guy, especially if the league puts the KO's back to the 30 like I think they will. And Matt's right, he would come cheap.


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Countries that have a very poor economy and have suffering people in them. For examole, North Korea is a third-world country. It is lead by an idiot who is allies with Saddam and the people there eat dogs because they are starving. Sometimes a counrty can go from a first or second world country but then become a third-world-country, such as Iraq. Before Saddam became dictator Iraq was dong pretty good but Saddam messed it all up.
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The vengeful act of crapping on a lover's chest while they sleep.Buy the plush


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Singer, songwriter, and producer Miguel (born Miguel Jontel Pimentel) spent a handful of years behind the scenes and flirted with the mainstream before he released his first hit single and became one of pop-R&B's most significant artists. When he was 16, the San Pedro, California native was involved with Drop Squad, a production company. Three years later, he was offered a slot in Fatty Koo, and even appeared in the R&B group's BET reality show, but he turned the position down and eventually signed with the Black Ice label. In 2006, "Getcha Hands Up!" was issued as a single, and its video aired on BET. An album, Young & Free, was planned for release with distribution from Universal, but it was never issued. By that point, he was becoming increasingly known in the underground through his collaborative work with Blu, Exile, and Daz-I-Kue. Miguel signed a solo deal with Jive in 2007 and continued to work with an array of underground and major-label artists, including Johnson&Johnson and Asher Roth. He co-wrote Jaheim's "Finding My Way Back" and was nominated for the Best R&B Song Grammy award. In 2010, Usher's Raymond v. Raymond, featuring two songs he co-wrote, was issued just prior to his own "All I Want Is You," a Top Ten hit on Billboard's Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart. The album of the same title followed that November and reached the Top Ten of the R&B Albums chart, as well as the Top 40 of the Billboard 200. "Sure Thing" (number one R&B, number 36 Billboard 200) and "Quickie" (number three R&B) sustained its success. After a trilogy of three-song EPs dubbed Art Dealer Chic (Vols. 1, 2 & 3), as well as a pair of "preview" EPs, Miguel released his second album, Kaleidoscope Dream, in October 2012 -- just after its lead single, "Adorn," became his second number one R&B single. Kaleidoscope Dream was nominated for a Grammy award in the category of Best Urban Contemporary Album, while "Adorn" was nominated for three awards, including a win for Best R&B Song. The following year, the album's "How Many Drinks?" was nominated as well. "#Beautiful," a collaboration with Mariah Carey, was released in May 2013 and went platinum. Appearances on albums by J. Cole, Big Sean, Jessie Ware, Santana, Ludacris, A$AP Rocky, and Hudson Mohawke preceded Miguel's third album, Wildheart, released in June 2015. Like his previous album, it debuted within the Top Five of the Billboard 200. ~ David Jeffries & Andy Kellman
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The Edwardians: Secrets and Desires reassesses the art of the Edwardian period. The exhibition shows that the Edwardian era was a time of dramatic change from a period of established order to the beginnings of a more modern world — of social reform, of technological invention and of artistic exploration.
Among Australia's most loved artists are those who went to Europe at the turn of the nineteenth century to study and live. Many of these artists stayed abroad for two decades and, like Australian film stars of today, became absorbed into the world stage. The Edwardians places the work of these Australian artists in the context of the artists with whom they exhibited and associated, and demonstrates their parallel concerns in painterly approach and subject.
Opening with paintings by James McNeill Whistler, which were so influential on the artists of this period, The Edwardians focuses on figurative paintings by select British, Irish, American and Australian artists from 1900 to 1914. In total the exhibition comprises approximately 140 paintings, sculptures, costumes and fan designs drawn from national and international collections.
The privileged of the Edwardian era lived in a kind of fairytale, rarely acknowledging the harsher and darker side of life. The Edwardians shows how artists dramatised their subjects to portray the glamour and artifice of aristocratic lives. It illustrates how some of the new rich (industrialists and successful businessmen) wanted social credibility and how artists created images to present them and their families in a historical style, demonstrates the changing role of middle-class women from 'angels in the home' to more active participants in the world, and points to the liberation of the working classes.
The Edwardians conveys the changes in the stylistic approach to art — from a more tonalist approach to a use of intense bold colours — that took place over the short period of 14 years.
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How can the Irish economy respond to being torn between two neighbours by Brexit? Bob Denham (Econ Films) interviews Patrick Honohan (Trinity College Dublin) on what economic connections do and don't need to be unpicked, from labour markets to managing the border.
Would losing passporting really be a crisis for the City? Or could the finance sector find a way around newly-imposed restrictions? Bob Denham (Econ Films) asks Patricia Jackson (Atom, Ernst & Young) about the attractiveness of London, the likelihood of a mass exodus and the future of British finance.
How much was Brexit a result of the UK's industrialised regions losing out from globalisation? Bob Denham (Econ Films) talks to Diane Coyle (University of Manchester) to discuss the decimation of communities in the late 80s and early 90s, as well as the failure of policy-makers to fix this ever since.
Is labour productivity the most important factor in the UK's economy post-Brexit? And did economists really have a mostly unanimous voice during the EU referendum? Bob Denham (Econ Films) talks to David Miles (Imperial College London, former MPC) about the rationality of voting to leave and whether freedom of movement really is politically fundamental to the Single Market.
Should copyright assure authors and rights holders lasting claims, much like conventional property rights, or should copyright be primarily concerned with giving consumers cheap and easy access to a shared culture? In this Vox Talk, Peter Baldwin – author of the book 'The Copyright Wars: Three Centuries of Transatlantic Battle' – outlines how America went from being a leading copyright opponent and pirate in the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries to become the world's intellectual property policeman today. He describes a 'Californian civil war' over open access: between the content owners in Hollywood and the high-tech companies in Silicon Valley.


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Are you working for a company that is not tracking conversations and feedback about your brand online? Does your business have the agility to react to the opinions of your customers? In my recent experience, there are numerous household brands that are still desperately trying to cling onto control of their brand while users quietly wrestle control away from the …Continue Reading


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It seems that "American Idol" is so obsessed these days with finding a female champion that the guys have become an afterthought.
Oh, the boys are singing tonight? For two freakin' hours?
So why isn't "Glee" on?
But like it or not, the kids with the chest hair and Y chromosomes will have their say in the matter and 10 of them are on display tonight (Yes, even J'DA) as the sudden-death carnage continues at The Mirage in Las Vegas.
And as if the dudes didn't feel marginalized already, Mariah Carey starts the night off by insisting that she'd be "concerned" if she were them (which she isn't) because the ladies are "working very hard" and are "incredible."
Thanks Mariah. Way to set off a major case of shrinkage.
Still, someone has to move on and five guys were lucky to survive the carnage, including Paul Jolley, Elijah Liu, Devin Velez, Charlie Askew, and the night's hands-down standout, Curtis Finch, Jr., who all land on the silver stools of life.
The five contestants who walked the plank, never to be seen again: Johnny Keyser, Kevin Harris, J'DA, Chris Watson and Jimmy Smith.
Finch, was last to take the stage, but first in our hearts. He delivered a polished version of Luther Vandross' "Superstar" with silky soul and rhythm, wrapped up in some sweet falsettos. A little over-performed? Yes, but still a standout on a night of less-than-stellar efforts.
"You take the competition to another level," said Nicki Minaj. "You raise the bar." Added Mariah, "It moved me to tears."
Velez was almost as impressive on his lovely performance of Beyonce's "Listen," which had him starting in English, then switching to Spanish, then changing keys and delivering it all with a smooth confidence.
Keith Urban loved the emotional connection Velez made with the song, Randy Jackson called it "amazing," and Nicki liked the whole vibe.
"You have a nice spirit and a warmth about you that shines through your eyes," she declared.
Of the other singers who advanced, Elijah Liu should be thanking his lucky stars because he made it through despite a very shaky --and snoozey -- cover of Bruno Mars' "Talking to the Moon." Clearly, the judges were grading him less on the performance and more on his potential.
The charmingly eccentric Askew may have been just as fortunate. He gave a way-out-there performance of Elton John's "Rocket Man" that was manic, spastic and just plain weird. He started off kneeling on stage, then sprung up and began bouncing around and doing strange things with the mic stand.
It didn't seem to matter that the vocal was downright painful at times, the delirious judges were all drunk on Charlie Kool-Aid.
"It's like Freddie Mercury had a love child out of Woodstock somewhere," Keith said, trying to suppress some giggles.
"Your weirdness, your awkwardness excites me," added Nicki, who said she wanted to take Askew and cradle him in her arms.
The judges also praised Askew for his "fearlessness," but I ask you: When does fearlessness cross the line into annoying shtick?
Jolley, who was bold enough to sing a Keith Urban song ("Tonight I Wanna Cry") in front of Keith, was forced to sweat it out in the closing moments of the show as the judges split on his fate. That left it to "Idol" mentor and record executive Jimmy Iovine to cast the tie-breaking vote.
Iovine knocked Jolley for over-singing ("I felt like I was watching Paul singing a Keith Urban song while auditioning for 'Phantom of the Opera.'"), but then complimented his "great instrument" and waved him through.
Of the banished contestants, we'll miss J'DA the most, if only because of the flamboyance and hammy 'tude he brings to the stage. Tonight, he shows up in silver high heels and lots of glitter for a wobbly version of Adele's "Rumour Has It."
"I gotta represent for the gays," he proudly declared while soaking up every bit of applause.
"Work it, girl," urged Nicki, who nevertheless called the vocal a "little phone-voicey." But never mind the vocal, even the performance didn't impress Randy, who said it's like "I've seen every move 20 million times."
Still, as Ryan Seacrest pointed out, "We haven't seen this much glitter since Adam Lambert did guy's night." Of course, J'DA is Adam Lambert without Adam Lambert's voice.
Among the other ousted contestants, Keyser saw his second "Idol" tour come to an end, despite bringing the "masculinity" (Mariah's word) on Jason Mraz's "I Won't Give Up." Harris' voice sounded frayed on a cheesy version of Bryan Adams' "(Everything I Do) I Do It for You." Harris (he, of the flowing bandanas) delivered a take on Otis Redding's "Sitting on the Dock of the Bay" that bored the heck out of Randy, and Smith was entirely forgettable on Radney Foster's "Raining on Sunday."


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Has anyone here used the BeeMax hives? What are the pros and cons? And which do you like best now: foam or wood?
Thanks in advance.
New Guy, wanting to do it right about the first or second time.
Has anyone here used the BeeMax hives? What are the pros and cons? And which do you like best now: foam or wood?
Thanks in advance.
New Guy, wanting to do it right about the first or second time.
I drop things like boxes sometimes. Boxes slide in the back of my truck. I'll stack supers and hive boxes 7-10 high on a good hive. I can scrap the heck out of the inside of the box to get them clean. I can burn the inside if necessary. (knock on wood) And the wood boxes seem to last 20-30 years if painted occassionally.
I don't use the "other" boxes myself, but I'm sure that the above comments may not be true when using other than wood.
Plastic was hot a few years ago, and now nobody wants them. Will the beemax hives follow the same???
A search on BeeMax brings up this:
http://www.beesource.com/ubb/Forum12/HTML/000084.html http://www.beesource.com/ubb/Forum1/HTML/000350.html
I have a couple of plastic, not foam, deep hive boxes. It seems to me that they facilitate mold growth because they don't "breathe". This is off of the hive, stored in the garage.
I wasn't asking for speculation, I was asking for actual user reports. Does it really help, from your experience?
New Guy
Thats whats great about open forums, you get a little of everything. Different opinions, comments, individual speculation, oh wait, you didn't want that.....Sorry. I hope my willingness to extend my thoughts to help were not that big of an inconvenience to you.
There are just under 1000 members of this forum and not one reply from an actual user of the equipment mentioned. Maybe this tells you something. Hmmm.....lets see, wood for hundreds of years, and not one of nearly 1000 members has any "beemax" stuff....getting the picture yet?
OK I have one I don`t have bees in it I use it for demo`s it is light weight dosen`t have sharp corners for school childern to bump into, I do know one BK that tried one laast winter and the bees died.
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>I do know one BK that tried one laast winter and the bees died.
Was there any indication of the cause? I think condensation would be one concern. Of course it could have been from mites, viruses etc.
Another issue is acceptance by the bees. I've heard of people who had them and the bees all marched out and clustered on the ground in front of them and then eventually absconded, but I have not had any personal experience. I also meet people who hate plastic foundation, but I've had very little problem with it and I like plastic foundation.
My partner had two set ups last year.
He forgot to add a couple of critical
pieces of hardware and the bee space was totally wrong.
As expected the bees burr comb'd everything tight and it was quite a mess cleaning it up.
We also used one of the nuc while catching
a swarm. The bees were very reluctant to go inside the polystyrene box but marched right in to a wooden replacement. My partner has them stacked in his barn this year. My vote has the NO column checked off!
I've used the styrofoam hives for 3 years now. Pro: (1)Defintely more brood in the spring compared to wooden hives (2) The boxes and frames do not get glued together with propolis!... Cons: (1) Fragile, I dropped one once and it broke in half... however a little bit of glue and you'd never know it was broken (2) You need a matching bottome board and top, you can't use the wood because of the different dimensions, you can however interchange wooden boxes with the styro ( ie you can add wooden honey supers on top of your styrofoam brood chambers)
Soooooo... When it comes right down to it the big difference between the two would be... more brood in the spring for the styrofoam but the wood is more universal and much more sturdy


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Year-Round Survival: $300 Underground Greenhouse Could Change How We Eat
alt-market.com / By Elizabeth Renter / Wednesday, 13 November 2013 11:04
This article was written by Elizabeth Renter and originally published at Natural Society
The "Walipini" is an underground greenhouse developed for South American mountain regions over twenty years ago. It was made to allow for edible plants to be grown year-round, no matter how severe the winter got. It's cheap, simple, and could change everything.
Not everyone is lucky enough to live in a climate with a year-round growing season. Most of us have to wait for spring to replant our delicate greens or summer for our tomatoes and peppers. While this seasonal planting is effective and can still allow a family to eat off the land, an underground greenhouse could change it all and allow us to harvest in the dead of winter.
The greenhouse uses passive solar heating to keep the plants warm under its cover. The earth itself provides protection from the elements while plastic sheeting overhead allows sufficient sunlight to come through.
Black Blade: The only downside is that I can foresee the cops raiding these greenhouses claiming illegal plants are grown. Even if they find nothing illegal they will trash and destroy everything and maybe even steal private property (asset forfeiture seizure) in the process - legalized theft. Otherwise a good idea for growing food and becoming self-sufficient and independent.


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Cool Apt. in Trendy Quarter (Apt. 4)
Størrelse55 m²
Etasje5(med heis)
- Kjøkken
- Heis i bygningen
- Familie / Barne vennlig
- Internett/WiFi
- Parkering tilgjengelig
- Håndklær
- Barneseng
Oversikt over eiendommen
|Heinrich-Heine-Straße, 10179 Berlin, Tyskland
|Eiendoms ID
|Innen noen få timer
|Kalender oppdatert
|I dag
Accommodating up to 6 guests on 2 double beds and a double sofa bed, the modern apartment is equipped with a tub with a shower. Complimentary slippers are also provided.
Reach the East Side Gallery (Berlin Wall) in 20 minutes by U-Bahn (underground). At the same stop are several nightclubs as well as the Simon-Dach-Strasse, a trendy hotspot with innumerable bars.
The River Spree is just a 5-minute walk away. Guests can sit and have a drink, or visit some of the world class waterfront nightclubs like Kater Holzig. The nearest U-Bahn station is just outside the apartment.
The apartment is on the 5th floor, the elevator goes to the 3rd and 6th floors.
HusreglerA €250 deposit is required to be returned upon successful check-out.
Please respect the neighbours and keep the noise to a minimum after 10pm.
Flexible check-in is possible. Please contact the host for more details.
|Månedlig rate for opptil 2 gjester
|Maksimum netter
|6 months
|Innsjekking etter
|Check-in før
|Etter avtale
|Utsjekking før
Vurdering av denne eiendommen
We stayed 2 nights at this nice apartment quite close to Alexander Platz. Very near to a couple of U-Bahn stations.
Clean, there were loads of towels, sleepers, shampoo and other bathroom stuff which we did not expect. Same for the kitchen, there was coffee, tea, sugar, some spices etc.. quite a nice surprise.
There is a Lidl and also a Kaiser´s supermarket around the corner.
The contact with Myra and her colleagues was fluent and they were very caring. They organized a quite late check-in without any problem and the same for the late check-out.
All in all I would definitely recommend it for a stay in Berlin.
Maybe the only minus is the building block the apartment is located in, as it´s not beautiful, let´s say, it´s an old block from a few decades ago, and the lift only goes up to the 1,3,6,9 th floors, and the aprt. is on the 5th so need to go up or downstairs a floor, which might result inconvenient for old or disabled people.
It was a pleasure to be in this apartment. Everything was ok and we had a great time in Berlin. Thanks a lot.
We have had 2 wonderful days in Berlin. The apt. is very good. near to the metro.
The apt. was very clean and nice. Good beds and the bathroom was als good with soft towels. We had enough room four ouselves and 2 kids of 19 and 16.
We recommend it!
We had a great time in Berlín. The apartment was perfect just as the Wimdu's page said. The attention was excellent. Undoubtedly if we back to Berlin we will contact you. In conclusion: highly recommendable. Thank you!
Really enjoyed my visit here - shared apartment with a colleague as we were working on a project. As the rental was for almost a month I can say that there are many positive things about this 2-bedroom apartment. Clean, bright and basic with very functional kitchen (Ikea modern). Elevator is a bit odd (old DDR thing?) - it only stops on floors 1, 3 and 6 but that's minor unless you have disability issues. The location is excellent - very quick access to U-bahn station, Heinrich-Heine Str. Interesting and varied neighbourhood culturally, historically and economically (widely varied from one block to another) - walk north to Spree and walk along the river or walk south a few minutes to Oranienstrasse and it's funky, artistic and culturally-diverse street culture. Big tourist sites like Checkpoint Charlie, Brandenburg Gate, East Side Gallery are also not far away (I recommend bike rental but not all rentals are equal - Alex-Rent-A-Bike has quality bikes - get the 8-spd City model). Several grocery stores nearby - Kaiser, just south of apartment is the best one in my opinion, as is a bank, Sparkasse, with ATMs. Great Homes staff, Sven and Mitshu, are really attentive and generous guys who will help you out with advice, etc. For a fun, more traditional German dinner, I'd recommend the atmospheric Max & Moritz (est. in early 1900s!) on Oranienstrasse - but it's very popular so you must make a reservation and pay cash - no cards.
Overall, a highly recommended rental! Would definitely come back.
Again, a most welcoming host, good communication all over and everything in perfect order. The flat was clean and spaceful, with a nice kitchen and bathroom. The localisation was ideal, close to Alexanderplatz and just across the U-bahn. There was a bakey just around the corner, a döner across the street (both recommendable) and just a short walk away we found a fantastic arabic restaurant! We certainly enjoyed our stay! Must fantastic for family with children as well, as the area was nice and quiet.
The appartment is very nicely furnished and very clean! We had everything we needed there, the location is also very convenient, in a quiet area and only one minute from U8 which takes you to Alexanderplatz (2 stations). Would definitely come again when planning a trip to Berlin!
One information: if you are travelling with lot of luggage, beware that the lift is not stopping on the 5th floor where the appartment is located, but on the 6th floor and you need to go down the staircase to the appartment. We, however, did not have any problem with this :-)
We had a great time in Berlin. The appartment was bright and clean, everything you need was available. The beds were a little bit low but comfortable. Excellent communication before and the reception was warm and well cared.The location was very close to U-bahn and supermarkets. In short, a perfect appartment.
We were very satisfied with the apartment and the service provided by the owners. One of the guys helped us to get in to the apartment even though we arrived fairly late. The apartment was clean, had all necessary equipment and towels for all visitors.
Can definitely recommend this to future guests!
Great apartment. Spacious, huge beautiful windows, open kitchen, very clean, elevator, quite. Not a super "cozy" neighborhood but I liked it because it felt like real berlin. Lots of families, working class, etc. Close to an S-Bahn station (no elevator at the station) three large grocery stores, a really good and amazingly cheap sushi/thai restaurant.
- Kvalitetssikret innkvartering
- Hver vert er verifisert via telefon
- Sikker betaling med SSL-kryptering


text: Hello All and Happy New Year! I went to start my truck today. Hit my remote start and usually I hear my truck, can wake the dead with it. Nothing. I head outside and I can open the doors and lights go on but dead battery, won't turn over. I jumped it with my wife's Envoy and its fine now. I am in sales and do sit in my truck a lot and fire up the macbook for work and stuff. Some times I keep it running some times I don't. I do charge my iPhone, macbook and blue tooth daily, not at all the same time and macbook only when driving. My truck is a 2011 GMC 2500HD Crew 6.0 and has 47K on it. I have the original factory battery. I do have a spot for a 2nd battery and wanted to know the best way to hook it up. I will likely buy 2 new batteries (Interstate or Optima), just not sure how to wire it. Ideally in series I'm thinking to give a longer time to drain. I do not want to have to pop the hood and connect the 2nd battery as a jumper. Just looking to have more power for the gadgets I use daily. Not even sure if its factory wired for a 2nd battery. I do have the snowplow prep package with bigger alternator. Any and all ideas and schematics would be helpful and appreciated. I can do most work on my vehicles just not the most comfortable with electrical. Thanks in advance Paul


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Amy Dysart - Patient Story
"Breast cancer was very prevalent in my family and I wanted to do whatever I could to reduce my chances of developing the disease."
— Amy Dysart, patient
When she was a teenager, Amy Dysart's world turned upside down. Her mother, Gail, 38, was diagnosed with breast cancer. For a few years, treatment kept it under control. "When she had a recurrence of her aggressive cancer at age 42, my mom was treated by the best doctors at Fox Chase Cancer Center, but unfortunately she passed away." It was 1988 and Amy was only 20 years old. She also lost her maternal grandmother, great grandmother and three great aunts to breast cancer.
A few years later, in 1991, Fox Chase medical oncologist Mary Daly, MD, PhD, founded of the Risk Assessment Program and invited Amy to participate. "It was a no-brainer," Amy said.
Without the constant worry of breast cancer, Amy can enjoy motherhood.
In 1998, when Amy was 30, researchers were learning about the BRCA gene mutation and its role in predicting the likelihood of developing breast cancer. At Dr. Daly's suggestion, Amy agreed to genetic counseling and testing at Fox Chase to find out if she carried the BRCA mutation. Surprisingly, she tested negative. Her mother's tumor tissue was also tested for the mutation and again, it was negative. Amy was confused and wanted an explanation for the large number of women in her family affected by breast cancer.
Amy continued to pursue her career, which landed her back at Fox Chase. She spent time working in both Institutional Advancement (fundraising) and special events for the hospital. "Fox Chase was wonderful to my mom. I felt at home when I worked there and was thrilled to 'give back' in my own little way." In 2000, Amy and her husband, Ken, started a family and she decided to stay home to raise her daughter, Gillian, who was named in memory of her mother.
Through more advanced genetic testing, Amy was hoping for answers.
All the while, Amy continued being followed by Dr. Daly and her team in the Risk Assessment Program. "I was used to the routine: mammography, MRI, clinic and follow up every six months." By 2007, research had progressed and a more comprehensive BRCA testing was available. "I decided to get tested once more using the more comprehensive test, but once again, my test was negative for a mutation. I was both shocked and discouraged. I wanted answers," shared Amy.
Amy's contacts at Fox Chase introduced her to an organization called Facing Our Risk of Cancer Empowered (FORCE), dedicated to helping those at high risk for breast and ovarian cancer. "I finally started meeting other women in the same boat as me with incredibly strong family histories of breast cancer, some of whom also tested negative for the BRCA mutation." Today, Amy serves as one of the outreach coordinators for the Philadelphia chapter of FORCE.
"Genetic research is so important."
"Through genetic testing and counseling, I learned that although I did not carry any of the particular BRCA gene mutations doctors can test for, there was probably another, unidentified gene mutation that runs in our family. To this day, doctors can't explain it. That is why genetic research is so important."
Turning 38 was a very emotional birthday for Amy. She was now the age her mother was when she was first diagnosed. "At that point, I knew I was finished having children and started considering prophylactic mastectomy and reconstruction." Amy struggled with this decision for the next four years. When she hit 42, the age her mom was when she died, Amy made the decision. In January 2010, Amy underwent prophylactic surgery to remove her breasts. "I am finally free of worry that I will get breast cancer one day. I am relieved. I will be able to see my kids grow up." Amy couldn't be happier with her choice.
"I adore the people at Fox Chase; they're like extended family."
In 2011, at 43, Amy, and her husband enjoy raising their children: two daughters, ages 11 and 5, and a son, age 9. She is concerned for their future and continues to be an active participant in the Risk Assessment Program. "I follow up each year and hope to help other women who are in my situation. I adore the people at Fox Chase; they're like extended family."


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"Angels Room" in Heart of Old Lyon
Size15 m²
Floor No.0(with elevator)
- Internet/WiFi
- Washer/dryer
- Smoking allowed
- Breakfast
- Elevator in building
- Towels
- Kitchen
- Dishwasher
Accommodation summary
|Rue Ferrachat, 69005 Lyon, France
|Property type
|Private room
|Property ID
|Acceptance rate
|Response time
|A few hours
|Calendar updated
The decor of the entire apartment is unique and projects a warm atmosphere. Bright and peaceful, the bedroom itself includes a double bed (160x200) with a high quality, Swissflex mattress. Wardrobes offer storage space to guests, and bath towels are provided.
An open bathroom holding a design shower is present. Access to the living room and kitchen are provided, and personal food items can be stored in the refrigerator.
Within a 50-metres distance there lies a public car park, a bike rental station and the banks of the La Saône River. The Vieux Lyon Metro Station is 100 metres away. Take the metro for 6 stops to reach Part-Dieu Train Station. Perrache Train Station is a 15-minute walk away.
Guests will find themselves situated in the largest Italian Renaissance area in Europe after Venice. Stroll through beautiful pedestrianised streets to find museums, restaurants and cafes. And discover the typical lyon secret streets : the "traboules".
House rulesNo pets.
|Weekly rate for up to 2 guests
|Maximum nights
|2 months
|Check-in after
|On arrangement
|Check-in before
|On arrangement
|Check-out before
|On arrangement
|Cancellation Policy
Reviews of this property
Unfortunately we did not get to meet our host as her father passed away and she had to go to Paris. She did however very kindly allow us to stay at her place in her absence and arranged for a friend to let us in and get us settled. Location is excellent- close to the metro, small shops and good cafes. The room was comfortable and well equipped with an ensuite shower. We loved the ascenseur to the fourth floor!!
Ours was a brief stay but we needed to be close to the cathedral area of Old Lyon. The location was perfect and the host Marie was excelllent. Friendly and helpful Our room was lovely with a very comfortable bed and great shower.The apartment is on the 4 th floor so it was a great bonus to have a lift! Also do ask to meet Josephine the cat. She is quite a star!
Definitely recommend.
Marie is Lyon! It does not get any better. Welcoming, charming, intelligient, just simply delightful!
Angel's Room is just right...Marie is an angel!
Marie's apartment is so special...her whole being is represented here. Art, history, music, colour, comfort and style is everywhere, the soul of an artiste.
The most comfortable bed ever...an amazing shower!
We met her students and her cat Josephine...
Marie is organised...info on Lyon, favourite restaurants, maps, books etc
For us Lyon is Marie, Marie is Lyon.
Ross and Pamela (Sydney, Australia, teacher and FCA court officer )
We had a wonderful time in Lyon, staying in a beautiful, artistic apartment with our lovely hostess Marie, who made our stay unforgettable, like she promised. This must be the best way to discover Lyon, and we recommend it without hesitation
Merci, Marie!
Lidy and Roelof Posthuma
It was a very nice stay in the apartment from Marie. Her hospitality was very warm and she gave us some good tips what to do in Lyon. The location was perfect in the middle of Vieux Lyon which is the nicest 'quartier' in Lyon. We had a great time and would have stayed longer if we could. We will definitely come back! A big thank you for Marie for everything you provided us with.
Our first trip to Lyon was an amazing experience.
Marie is a wonderful host always ready to help ( starting with the travel preparations). She gave us an accurate description of how to reach the house and how to move in Lyon.
Her house is situated in the heart of the old center, just some meters away from the Metro station. The house is warm and cozy. The furnishing is made with love and care for details and puts in light the charm of the old building as well as the artists heart who is leaving there. The cleaning is flawless.
The bed room, with its amazing bed, is like a oasis (with its cuddling towels, chocolate bonbons, private shower) where you can tank energy to continue discovering the town.
Marie shared with us her love for Lyon, for music, for art and offered us an private glimpse into the life and treasure of this town, always accompanied by a cup of tee or coffee or a glas of red wine.
We thank you from the heart Marie
very warm, cozy and comfortable, easy and discreet access .... everything was perfect.
accueil très chaleureux, chambre cosy et confortable, accès facile et discret ....tout était parfait.
Marie was a warm and gracious host-- very helpful. Wonderful room and location. We were so sad to leave Lyon and wished we could have stayed longer
A beautiful room in an apartment where the eye revels at any time. A caring host, available and attentive to our well-being.
Thank you Mary!
Une chambre superbe, dans un appartement où l'œil se délecte à tout instant. Une hôte bienveillante, disponible et attentive à notre bien-être.
Merci Marie!
Couldn't imagine a better host than Marie. Marie is a warm, creative, intelligent and inspiring woman; the one who offers you a red wine or a cup of tea after a long day in the city. She makes you feel at home immediately.
Furthermore, the room is well-taken care of (soft fluffy towels, a chocolate on the bed and the most luxurious private shower). Besides that, the living room is a piece of art itself with furniture from all over the world; a place that inspires! I would recommend it to everyone!
- Quality assured accommodation
- Every host is verified by telephone
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The Black Hat briefings, held Wednesday and Thursday this week, once again brought together some of the best and brightest in the security industry to share knowledge about novel attacks and better defenses against old and new attacks. And, once again, there were some eye opening moments at the conference.
Right from the beginning, it was clear the scope of the conference had shifted from the previous year. Conference founder Jeff Moss described a new, more rigorous committee-driven process that Black Hat had begun to employ to scrutinize and vet talk proposals. Talks this year would be more technical, go deeper into security threats, and would encompass a broader range of topics than had been done in years past.
But soon after Moss introduced former ambassador and CIA counterterrorism expert Cofer Black, the opening keynote speaker to the conference, someone pulled a fire alarm in the hall where the speech was taking place. While lights flashed and warning sirens sounded, Black joked about the prerecorded messages playing over loudspeakers.
One of the first sessions of the conference was also one of the most interesting. Don Bailey, a security consultant, spoke about the security vulnerabilities of devices with embedded ties to the telephone network, such as traffic control systems, SCADA sensors used in large industrial plants, and home control and automation systems. Bailey's discovery that some of these devices receive signaling information in the form of SMS text messages led to experimentation with a car equipped with an OnStar receiver.
In brief, Bailey managed to reverse-engineer the messages that the OnStar system transmits to vehicles when operators at OnStar's control center get a call to, for instance, unlock the car. The end result being that Bailey was able to send specially crafted messages directly to the telephone number of the OnStar receiver in his car, and perform the same functions — remotely lock or unlock the doors, remotely open the car windows, and remotely start the car's engine — that OnStar tells its subscribers only the company can perform for them, on the owner's behalf.
Many of the talks focused on new ways to manipulate mobile networks and wirelessly-connected devices. One talk covered vulnerabilities in electronic water meters that transmit usage data wirelessly. Another talk touched on the mobile phone network and how deliberately-installed malicious cellphone "towers" — which the researchers called femtocells — can be used to track and monitor specific users of mobile phones.
In a similar talk, researchers described how they constructed their own remote controlled UAV aircraft (called "The Wasp"), equipped it with various types of network sniffing tools, and set it flying around the skies of Los Angeles to demonstrate the power — and potential danger — of such airborne monitoring devices.
For the second day, the most intriguing scheduled talk — titled "Hacking Android for Profit" — never happened. The two speakers never showed up, and nobody could reach them by phone. But the rest of the mobile hacking track carried on, with talks explaining the technical details behind various types of known vulnerabilities in Apple's iOS, and others focusing on Android patches, vulnerabilities, and a discussion about detection of Android malware using behavioral, proactive techniques.
Of course, many more talks were given about 'plain old' Windows malware. I'll discuss those in upcoming posts.


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LAMVPB Back to Baseball Camps January 5th and 6th
Original post made by Richard Siegel, Cuesta Park, on Dec 13, 2007
Los Altos-Mountain View PONY Baseball Annual Back-to-Baseball Camps for the Pinto-2 (ages 8-9), Mustang (ages 9-10), Bronco (ages 11-12) and Pony Divisions (ages 13-14) are scheduled for the weekend of January 5 and 6th and are FREE to all registered players. The camps will emphasize fun, fundamentals, and getting back into shape after the winter break, and will be lead by Mike Oakland, Head Baseball Coach at St. Francis High School, along with other coaches and players from St. Francis.The camps for Pinto-2 and Mustang Divisions will be held at Chris Bradford Stadium on the St. Francis High School campus from 8:30am-noon (A-J on Saturday and K-Z on Sunday.) The camps for Bronco and Pony Divisions will also be held at St. Francis High School from 1:00pm-4:30pm (A-J on Saturday and K-Z on Sunday.)Visit our website www.lamvpb.org to learn more.


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