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I wrote this when the last company I was working for was undergoing a long and painful dissolution. Having nothing better to do than take naps in front of the fax machine or bend paperclips into funny animal shapes, I came up with the following. Playtest results and comments welcome. Any resemblance to anything you have ever seen before is purely silly.
This is a somewhat less than serious scenario for Triplanetary. One player takes the role of "Spark" Farquar (world-renowned athlete and All-American Hero) and his trusty companions. The other player controls the forces of Fang the Unmerciful, dread emperor of the rogue planet Bongo. Fang, ruler of nearly all of the solar system, wishes to conquer Earth. Before he can accomplish this goal he must first soften the world up by plunging his own planet, Bongo, past Earth, causing earthquakes, volcanoes, cataclysmic storms and floods.
Fang victory conditions: Fang wins a total victory by killing off half of Earth's population, leaving it open to conquest. Fang wins a "spite" victory by destroying Earth instead. The Fang player loses automatically if Fang dies.
The Fang player begins the game with:
Characters' abilities are rated by their Wits (intelligence, cunning, knowledge), Combat (strength, toughness) and Charisma (personality and personal beauty). Rolls on the Diplomacy, Liberation and Adventure tables may call for a roll (or "test") of these attributes. To do this, roll a die. If the roll is equal or less than the attribute, the test is successful. Exception: a roll of 6 is always a failure. Some objects or powers increase attributes.
Fuglor, sage king of the moon people:
Wits=5, Combat=3, Charisma=3.
Fuglor has the power of knowledge (details not yet defined).
Sunilla, queen of the amazons (Venus):
Wits=3, Combat=3, Charisma=5.
Sunilla has the power of beauty. Sunilla refuses to be on a ship with male characters unless a female character is also present. Ally heroes from Venus are always female; ships from Venus are crewed by females and are allowable.
Barthold, baron of Io:
Wits=3, Combat=5, Charisma=3.
Barthold inspires soldiers and partisans. He adds one to the die roll for liberation attempts. If Fang tries to conquer a world the Baron is on, he decreases the conquest roll by one.
Jock, boss of Ganymede:
Wits=3, Combat=5, Charisma=3.
Jock is a wily thief. He may steal points of production from enemy worlds (Conquered Bongo world or allied neutral). He may only steal points once per visit; he must return to a friendly world to deliver his swag before attempting another heist. Roll a die after Jock has been on an enemy world for one full turn; that is how many points were stolen. (The world must have that many points to steal, of course! If the roll is over the world's stockpile, the entire stockpile is taken instead.)
Allied neutrals, liberated Bongo province worlds and conquered worlds may produce transports, packets, corvettes, and frigates. If Hans von Egdome is present on a world (either as a captive or a free man), the world may produce Torch ships at a cost of eight points. If Fang is present on a world he controls, he may use his scientific knowledge to produce Dreadnaughts at a cost of fifteen points. Points may be transferred freely between friendly worlds.
Earth has especially primitive technology. It has no production capability, and cannot refuel ships unless they end their turn on its surface. Earth has planetary defenses, but they are not activated until Bongo comes within one hex of the mother planet.
Heroes who land on Bongo may attempt to penetrate Fang's stronghold and destroy the planetary movement controls.
If the stronghold is breached, the Earth hero player may change Bongo's course by one hex before the controls are destroyed.
Die Roll Result 1 Hero killed 2-3 Hero imprisoned (freed by next visiting hero) 4-5 Roll on adventure table 6+ Planet liberatedOn a roll of 6 or more, the planet rebels. Upon rebelling, the world may either a) build a corvette for the heroes' use or b) build planetary defenses. Liberated worlds stay firmly in the Earth Heroes' camp unless reconquered by Fang forces.
Fang and the Earth heroes may both treat with the rulers of neutral worlds in an attempt to sway them to their side. To conduct diplomacy, an envoy (character) must spend a full turn on the world. At the end of the turn, roll a die. Add 1 to the roll if the other side has tried to conquer the world. Subtract 1 from the roll if the treating player tried to conquer the world. Add 1 to the roll if the treating character passes a test versus his or her Charisma. Diplomacy Table
Die Roll Result Under 1 Hero killed 1-2 Hero imprisoned (freed by next friendly hero who visits) 3-4 Hero goes on adventure 5 Leader sends champion to help player. 6 Neutral world joins treating player 7 Neutral joins player; ally hero joins party 8+ Neutral world joins player; leader joins as character
When a world joins a side, that player gains control of the world's planetary defenses. Allied neutral worlds produce 1/4 points worth of units per turn; the points may be saved to build larger units. 1d units cost 1/2 point.
Once a neutral has been swayed, it is more difficult to sway its loyalties. Subtract one from further diplomacy rolls on that world.
Ally heroes are champions of neutral leaders. They serve the controlling player loyally, even if their home world switches alliances. They have Wits=2, Combat=4, Charisma=2.
If a neutral leader joins the player, the world becomes the sworn ally of the controlling player; no further diplomacy worlds may be attempted there. Only the death of the leader changes this status; if a neutral leader dies, his (or her) world goes neutral and a new leader is elected. (Generic replacement leader: Wits=3, Combat=4, Charisma=3.)
1 - Hero lost in a cavern complex; loses turn.
2 - Hero fights monster. Roll versus combat. If the player loses the roll (rolls over combat), hero dies.
3 - Hero fights champion of local ruler. Roll versus combat. If the player loses, hero is captured (released by next visiting hero). If the player wins, hero gains favor of ruler. Add 1 to next liberation/diplomacy roll made on that world.
4 - Hero finds ancient ruin. Roll vs. wits. If the player loses, hero is caught in a landslide and loses next turn. If player wins, hero finds gold crown (trade for 2 combat points worth of units on allied world, or ransom/bribe self out of next imprisonment).
5 - Hero meets mad scientist. Roll vs. wits. If player loses, scientist imprisons hero (released by next player to visit world). If player wins, scientist give hero disintegrator beam (adds 2 to combat strength).
6 - Hero meets masked man. Roll vs. Charisma; if player loses, hero must fight masked man (roll vs. combat; if player loses, hero loses next turn; if player wins, hero joins character). If player wins the Charisma roll, masked man joins hero. (The masked man is an ally hero with Wits=2, Charisma=2, Combat=5.)


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1 untreated Western red cedar plank (6 by 14 inches) *
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1. Re: OCA schedule adviseMatthew Morris Aug 27, 2012 1:16 AM (in response to 952050)
SQL looks more affordable to me and administration a bit more though.I don't think that anyone would disagree with the statement that 1Z0-051 is a good bit easier than 1Z0-052, so I would definitely recommend taking it first. It will gain you familiarity with both Oracle and with the exam environment.
Do you think that a couple or three of months of study and practising on a daily basis would be enough for each exam?Trying to figure out how long it would take someone else to study for an Oracle certification exam is an exercise in futility. I don't know how fast you read. I don't know how good your reading comprehension is. I don't know how good of a test taker you are. These three things (and many others) can vastly change the amount of preparation time from one individual to another. I will say that I am a speed reader (although technical books slow me down a bit), with a high reading comprehension and I am very good at standardized tests of all kinds. That said, I generally allocate four to six weeks to study for a new certification. I wrote an article on this topic here:
Given what you've indicated about your experience, I'd say that four to six months for the two is reasonable. 1Z0-051 will likely consume a bit less than half of that and 1Z0-052 a bit more. That said, while there is no problem setting a 'soft' time frame for taking the tests (i.e. a date you plan to take it), don't take the test on that date if you feel you still aren't ready. It makes no sense to take the test and possibly fail it simply because you want to meet an artificial deadline.
2. Re: OCA schedule advise952050 Aug 27, 2012 7:06 AM (in response to Matthew Morris)Many thanks! 240 to 300 hours I get a rough idea as a baseline and having passed 20 tests that becomes wisdom.
3. Re: OCA schedule adviseTataji vijjapu Aug 30, 2012 6:41 AM (in response to 952050)Hey can you Please provide the link for exam prepration guides for 1z00-051 and 052....
4. Re: OCA schedule advisebigdelboy Aug 30, 2012 6:50 AM (in response to Tataji vijjapu)
Tataji vijjapu wrote:You can locate the topics and preparation information at http://certification.oracle.com
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The year 2011 has not been well for the actress. It began rolling on with the hit Tanu Weds Manu then she witnessed the shaky position at the box office with flops and average flicks such as Double Dhamaal, Game, Rascals and quite recent one Miley Na Miley Hum. But the year nonetheless brought her cheers when she was signed by the big banner (Rakesh Roshan) for Krrish 3 to play the leading role.
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This colourful series of ten historic computers, created in close collaboration between INK and Docubyte, documents the beginning of our computing history. Featuring such famous machines as the IBM 1401 and Alan Turing's Pilot ACE, Guide to Computing showcases a minimalist approach to design that precedes even Apple's contemporary motifs.
What's more, the combination of photography and retouching techniques has resulted in something wholly unique: the ageing historical objects as photographed by Docubyte have been 'digitally restored' and returned to their original form. As a number of these computers predate modern colour photography, Guide to Computing therefore showcases them in a never before seen context.
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"For a while now, I've been working for the platform lift-makers Aritco on a brief to design a lift like a piece of furniture. It's taken three years, from a blank sheet of paper to the final product in which I designed everything from the shaft to the lift platform and also came up with a whole new solution for the lift control panel. My ambition was to come up with the ultimate flexibility for consumers, who have to be able to identify with their choice of lift through a range of options in terms of materials and colours. Lighting was a key element throughout the prototyping in that the lift walls are backlit under a surface covered in patterns or images. The lift for Aritco is due to be launched to tie in with Stockholm Design Week 2016 and will be the first-ever purpose-designed residential lift to reach the market".
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Serif is a television that moves away from a preoccupation with ultra-flat screens. Instead, it is an object that can be turned around and manipulated. It can stand anywhere, even on the floor with its own legs. What designers were looking for was a solid presence that would sit naturally in various environments, just like an object or a piece of furniture. In profile, it forms a clear capital "I" shape, its slim body broadening to form a surface like a little shelf at the top.
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The tube wood finds its origin in how the tube project started off. The initial idea was to create a clock that you could build and modify yourself. But we found the existing clock so beautiful that we developed it further, rather than making it a DIY clock. It just goes to show how an idea can snowball and turn into something quite different from what was originally intended. This clock would never have existed without the original DIY idea. What is so great about the end result is that the circular shape is exactly the same size as a standard drill size, so the clock can be integrated anywhere and the DIY element is still maintained to some extent. To show what's possible with the tube clocks we have made the tube wood, these are beams of black ash, natural hevea and brown oak that make great table clocks when combined with the tube clock. If you put the tube audio on top of it, it becomes an even more beautiful and functional setting.
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MusicMachine 2 is powered by two independent movements mounted on the starship's tail section. Each cylinder plays three melodies: themes from Star Wars, The Empire Strikes Back and Star Trek, on one 'channel'; Led Zeppelin's Stairway to Heaven, The Rolling Stones' Angie and The Clash's Should I Stay or Should I Go? on the other. Small wonder: MM2 was conceived and designed by MB&F and its songs have been selected by their rock 'n' roll founder and sci-fi fan, Maximilian Büsser.
One of the biggest challenges of MusicMachine 2 was in amplifying the sound. An ingenious solution was raised and developed by Jeanmichel Capt of JMC Lutherie, who created a bespoke soundboard featuring NomexTM – a type of honeycomb-structured Kevlar – sandwiched between two resonant 350-year-old spruce membranes. Only one in 10,000 spruce trees has the exceptional acoustic properties required.
MusicMachine 2, limited edition of 33 pieces in white and 66 pieces in black, by MB&F
In a distinct artistic approach that highlights geometry, architecture and engineering, Benedict Redgrove has captured some of the company's most radical concept cars from the 1960s and 70s – some never seen before – including designs for Alfa Romeo, Lamborghini and Lancia. The series of images which was originally commissioned by Wallpaper Magazine, exudes a specialty in styling, coach building and manufacturing, with Bertone's vision categorized by abstract angular frameworks, a use of unique materials for standard auto parts and super-sleek interiors built for luxury and functionality.
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"Simplicity, quality, function and innovation have been the central tenets during the design process throughout this project. The mechanism we designed for this pen is completely unique, yet intuitive and reliable. We wanted to transcend the classical twisting or clicking mechanisms by developing this precise and user friendly piece of engineering."
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systems is an exhibition of commissioned poster designs and '60s Braun products.
Recent years have seen a revival of interest in modernist graphic design, but little agreement about what, in practical terms, this might mean or what is ultimately at stake in it. Thirty-four leading graphic designers and studios were invited to produce a poster design on the theme of Braun systems design. From repetition and development to nostalgia and critique, the diversity of response to the systems brief offers a snapshot of the international graphic design scene in this moment of uncertain possibility. At the same time, systems samples some of the best and most challenging work currently being produced.The works are available for purchase as a limited edition of A1 prints, individually or as a cased set.
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Valcucine presents the New Logica System as part of a world tour, Kitchen, Soul, Design L'Italia che Vive, a twelve-month journey throughout all of 2013. Five stops: Milan, London, New York, Moscow, and Shanghai. It's an international tour that will show the industry's leading international professionals the ingenuity, creativity, and overall excellence of Italian kitchen manufacturers.
After having revolutionised ergonomics by presenting the Logica System in 1996 with its 80cm depth and equipped back section, removable jumbo drawers and wall units with Ala and Aerius lift-up doors, Valcucine is now presenting the new equipped back section. The back section is capable of containing and concealing, when necessary, all the kitchen equipment: the dish-drainer, weighing scales, small appliances, removable cooking receptacles, bottle-racks, power sockets, a monitor, a kitchen roll holder, the tap, hooks for utensils and even a cooker hood. Everything on hand, everything tidy in an instant.
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Thank you all Vets!!!!!!!!!!!!
I know we don't all agree on everything on this forum,but I believe we will all agree this was the "Greatest Generation".From one who served,Thank You to all vets.
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They just erected a new statue at Normandy in case you hadn't heard:
D-Day: Statue of 'Band of Brothers' hero Richard Winters unveiled - CBS News
Here is a gallery of "lost" D-day photos, found and published by the Denver Post back in 2009
Photos: The 65th Anniversary of D-Day on the Normandy Beaches – Plog Photo Blog
These men and this generation...truly saved the world!
We owe them a debt that can never be paid.
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These are some great links guys. Thanks for posting them. This era reminds me of my dad who was a marine stationed up on a hill a few miles from Pearl Harbor when it was attacked and continued to serve in the Pacific. God bless that generation.
What's scary is the kids today. They know no history. If anyone should be looking at these pictures, it's them.
I teach in a university. A few years ago I went to Poland for a project accompanied by 2 students assistants. One a grad student, very mature, the other a senior undergraduate, 21 yrs old. I went to Auschwitz when I was there. I can't say anything about that. Auschwitz is beyond speaking.
But a few weeks before leaving for Poland, the undergraduate senior asked me what I planned on doing in Poland other than the project. I told her a few things I planned and last mentioned I wanted to go Auschwitz.
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Re: Trying to be prepared for the inevitable hurricane
Are there any other options?
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I like the fact that the swivel on your mooring is on top. Attach your main pennant and extra pennants to that swivel.
I rode one out on a mooring that had the pennant attached below the ball. To be "safe" I added to additional pennants, same attach point. I was in a tidal river. With the currents, wind, and waves the boat made many trips around the mooring during the storm. One of the extra pennants chaffed through after getting wrapped around the chain, and working with the sea state.
My first choice is to haul. Some of the boat yard's in my area will only haul if they have time to step the mast (which is unlikely unless you haul many days in advance). The are worried about jack stand domino's.
We've weathered a few, including a direct hit with Hurricane Bob on moorings. Strip everything, extra chaffing, get to the most secure place with the least fetch you can find and cross your fingers. Think minimum windage, no sails, no dodgers, put life rings below, etc. Connect your halyards to strong points on deck to help support the mast if the standing rigging gets compromised. Remove the anchor if it can interfere in
any way with the mooring lines and chafe them.
I watched hurricane Bob from the shore on a small harbor with minimum fetch. Horizontal spray from the sea (not rain) was like a car wash from the surface up to about 20 feet in a very protected harbor. Sailboats would lay over until the spreaders touched. Very convincing, don't stay on the boat if you have a choice, secure and get to a safe place.
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My hurricane plan is to park it in a field 40 miles inland.
One of my criteria for my boat was trailer launchable. I ended up with a Cape Dory 25. The Bristol 24 has 5" more draft and an extra ton of weight that pushed it beyond the limits of my tow vehicle. You can probably pull it off with the right trailer at the right ramp with the right truck. It will probably take you a while to find the right launching trailer for that boat, but it would pay for itself in a few years of launching, hauling, and storage fees.
Have any friends/family with a big pickup? If not, do you have a United Rental or Hertz equipment rental nearby? :-)
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+ 1 on firehose. A boat neighbor gave me a coil to cut up in Irene and it seems to protect from chafe without building up heat from friction.
I also have these Shock Absorber style snubbers that I bought a number of years ago, that I can no longer find. But they are fantastic. They almost look like an auto absorber.
My Marina and others nearby took a pretty hard hit by Sandy. I stayed in the water and survived, but that was as much luck as anything. ( though, I did tie up very well and took everything down ( boom included) and removed everything of value from the boat,
Most of the damaged boats were those that were lifted off their jackstands by the surge and landed in piles as the tide receded. Most of the docks in my section were destroyed, including part of mine. ( I had to crawl out on the remaining planks to get to the boat) .
The Docks and poles are all new now and the poles are 3X higher than they were. As a result of that new height, just about everything on land would be under at least 10' of water before docks floated off the poles. Given that, I feel safer in the water now, and would stay in again.
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my marina neighbor in la cruz lost a line to chafe FROM his garden hose anti-chafe gear--we recommend fire hose--the outside part made of cotton or whateveritis--works best...seen that...use it---besides, garden hose isnt an inch in diameter. firehose will accommodate real lines, not just string.
my slip i chose for furycame season has 4 pilings....is double wide slipand strongly installed cleats i checked for stability. i tie a flat tarp onto my coachhouse securely with 1/2 inch line over the top and i wait for the rain to go away. so far we have been fortunate...only had the overlap of one huge wet ts/huricane...cosme was enormous, at over 600 miles in diameter, which delivered 40 kts of wind and torrential rains to us here along coast of colima and jalisco estados in mexico....mazatlan even had rain from this system...
we are aware this wasnt a true hit--it was a slide by only-- what we will do for roller furling foresail this season is wrap with line opposing the direction of furling wrap....to keep wind out and be ready in case of need to flee.
Re: Trying to be prepared for the inevitable hurricane
Thanks for the suggestions so far, everyone.
If there's something bearing down a la Sandy, we would definitely haul out. However, here in Connecticut hurricanes are often downgraded quite a bit before it gets here (assuming it doesn't miss us completely). Hauling out every time there's a threat isn't going to work for us financially. We're going to have to look at all of the forecasts, take our best guess, and often just cross our fingers (after removing the boom, sails, etc.).
So it looks like we could shackle the extra lines to the shackle on the mooring ball, and then tie them to the mast. Makes sense I guess. Are there any other options?
Re: Trying to be prepared for the inevitable hurricane
Well where are all the islanders and floridians on this?
One, save the money on chafing gear and use garden hose to insulate lines. Much cheaper.
two, apply four by twos or even six or eight by twos over each two fenders. This protects the entire side of your boat without having to have tons of fenders. Just make sure you secure the top of the board with lines to the toe rail and swim under your boat and tie the bottom line to the other side of the boats toe rails to avoid wind blowing them away.
three, if your in florida south of st augastine find a mangrove and even better a creek with mangroves. Tie lines in spiderweb formation to trees, mangrove roots, and throw out as many anchors and rode as you have. Avoid mooring fields and crowded anchorages and marinas or beware.
four, dont just remove the sails, remove the boom, strip your boat down.
five, duck take your portholes. Mineral spirits will remove any sticky residue after the storm leaves.
six, try to find creeks or channels as far inland and as little crowded as possible.
seven, if its a category four or five expect damage. Remove boat valuables and important documents before storms arrival.
lastly pray or hope, depending on your beliefs.
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I am in the market for new insurance. I was told by mine that they no longer cover anything beyond basic liability for any boat kept in a hurricane flood zone.
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However, insurance companies are in the business of setting odds and trying to beat them. They all recommend going on the hard and often will help pay for it.
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There is just no way to measure. I'm 7 mi. up a river (Severn/Annapolis) on a cove protected by a natural jetty/point. It feels safe, but who knows.
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So I'm designing an admin interface that is flexible, and image light. For aesthetics, its css3 heavy.
Although the majority of website admins use modern browsers, what IE alternatives do you have? Is there much in the way of JQuery css3 support for :-
Rounded corners Drop Shadow Inner Shadow CSS Gradients
Is there even a Jquery package out there that can translate all css3 elements for older browsers? What do you have? I'd be extremely interested to see because its something I'm going to tackle soon.
You all misunderstood my statement.
Hey blazedd, I think what people are saying is that CSS3 use is a visual extra and relying on it to make websites look cool is not bad, the user experience can still be great for IE users, they may just have square corners and and loose some cool shading.
..you can't do EVERYTHING CSS 3 provides with even jquery. I am just seeing an over-reliance on the end user to have a CSS3 browser.
If you start loading up a site with js hacks and images to get cool visual effects and looks so the a site looks the same in IE you may start to hurt load time and the user experience. Websites are not about looking the same in every browser we need to make them look the best we can with out hurting the users experience.
So I think I am hearing you, but I am just saying your perspective is different then mine. An IE user not seeing rounded corners does not hurt them.
I disagree.
As developers we must push new technologies and web standards.
Were you blazed when you started this topic?
Were you blazed when you started this topic?
Thanks for being an asshat, this is a debate about CSS 3 .
You don't have to use javascript to accomplish all miracles. Everyone here is just franticly yelling at me about CSS 3 elements. I know, and agree that IE doesn't need rounded buttons as a huge issue. If you people would read the post rather than assume I am against it due to the title of the post. I agree new technologies should be pushed, but then again IE 6 is just starting to fade (as seeing what good pushing does, as clients still want support).
I just see an over-reliance in a technology that isn't even close to a standard yet. There are almost 3 different CSS3 versions to accomplish one task, that is really standard right?
A debate over CSS3 ? Is that a joke.
Just cool it.
Why don't you go back to using your beloved IE6 .
Once again you are trolling. Why are you so offensive? I have said nothing to provoke you. Way to use some maturity. I am simply posting a discussion and you have nothing better to do than just flame.
Why should we support IE while using CSS3 ? The point is, if you're using some cool CSS3 stuff then Safari and Web-kit users will have enhanced user experience. Other non Web-kit users will have, well, what's left, a standard website.
We should not hack around different browsers, instead we should design around them, said uncle Malarkey once and you all should listen.
Over and out.
Once again you are trolling. Why are you so offensive? I have said nothing to provoke you. Way to use some maturity. I am simply posting a discussion and you have nothing better to do than just flame.
You are the one that keeps using bold and caps and forcefully trying to get your point across.
We understand what you are getting at (well, I do at least), and disagree.
Also the 'blazed' comment was a joke. (Notice the ":P" smiley).
I love CSS3 , I hate IE and I hate Opera. Although IE9 might (read: They promise it, but they will probably drop it anyway) support it and Opera 11.0 is going to support it, they have no excuse why they haven't been supporting it the last 2 or 3 years.
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Does my boyfriend have options besides an afro?
My boyfriend wants to do *something* with his hair, but he isn't sure what his options are for his hair type. Honestly we are not sure what his hair type even is.
When his hair grows out, it more or less forms an afro which he doesn't want. He does not like the rounded look it forms. He isn't necessarily interested in growing his hair longer, though he isn't opposed either if he likes the style, but he does want something with more texture/variety than what his hair has right now.
He also prefers to avoid a lot of products, in particular ones that are not natural. He is okay with gentle, natural products if necessary. He would definitely prefer something easy to maintain.
We look forward to learning about how to take care of his hair, and some new things to try out!!
Tapered hair cut will help with the round shape and I recommend Shea moisture products they 100% natural so he might like being able to pronounce all the ingredients
How about one of those low fro-hawks?
Yeah, kind of tapered would work - shorter at back and sides etc. If he really wants something different he could get a 'hair tattoo' in the side or both sides of a short back and sides style (where a shape is shaved into it.) I saw a guy with very short hair with swirls shaved all over it - looked pretty cool. The hair has to be really short (ideally about 4 or 5mm) or they get lost and don't look very sharp.
Well try a temp fade I've done many cut with my hair but I'm going back to a temp fade especially for curly hair
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WGB-BI-01 - Bolt Action British Infantry Plastic Boxed Set
Inside every box youll find:
Enough plastic components to make 25 British infantry miniatures. Includes a host of options to allow for different weapon configurations plus command models.
Weapons included: Lee Enfield rifle No. 4 (plus scoped and bayoneted versions), Bren light machine gun, Thompson sub-machine gun, 2″ mortar, Sten gun sub-machine guns,
Webley revolver, Mills bomb grenades, bandoliers and the Tommies trusty shovel!
Round plastic bases (25mm diameter) construction leaflet included.
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Jessica Alba's Casual Day Out In Santa Monica
Enjoying the lovely west coast weather, Jessica Alba was spotted out and about in Santa Monica, CA on Tuesday afternoon (March 6).
The fashion forward mom of two made even a casual day out look glamorous in sunglasses, knee high boots and all wrapped up in a patterned scarf.
The California outing comes just after the "Fantastic Four" starlet made her return back home from a trip to Europe for Paris Fashion Week.
Last week, the brunette beauty uploaded a photo of herself and her sister in law, Nikki, with the caption reading: "Off to Paris with my lovely and amazing sister in law."
While in the City of Lights, Miss Alba sat front row at Lanvin's runway show while even getting to meet with the fashion house's top designer, Alber Elbaz.
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Parents Informed About Daughter's Death on Facebook
Parents were informed about their daughter's death on Facebook. A female college student at Valdosta State University was found dead in the study area of her dorm after being dead for 12 hours. Parents were not notified by the VSU before they found the news out on a friends Facebook update.


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Mommy has to get some pictures of me. I am a blacka nd white kitty,but my face is Black!!!! Hope mommy will get some pics of me soon to put on the site.
Can't believe I already have some friends. Hope I can make more.
Can't believe I am here. My human Mommy is really nice and loving to do this for me.
Sorry about the picture that was put in her,that there are none of just me. Freddie says that mommy is going to change that though. Well I am going to nap now so I can drive my human mommy crazy while she tries to sleep. Gonna put more on later. Oh yeah
don't think you can see it right now but I am the one with the black face
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Re: FillingStyle -> Striped ?
You might be interested in the following link:
(Hatched Shading? From Alex to Mathgroup)
I reproduce a solution (of which I have made much use!) by Bob Hanlon:
f[x_] = Exp[-x];
Plot[{Table[(x - k)/3, {k, -3, 3, .15}], f[x]}, {x, 0, 3},
PlotRange -> {0, 1},
RegionFunction -> Function[{x, y}, 0 < y <= f[x]],
PlotStyle -> {Directive[AbsoluteThickness[3], LightBlue],
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And many thanks to Bob Hanlon.
Tom Dowling
On Tue, Jan 4, 2011 at 11:52 PM, andrius ruslan <
andrius.ruslan at googlemail.com> wrote:
> For a black/white print of a function I needed some FillingStyle like
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Three's a trend - and this summer's Peruvian bar and restaurant boom is well surpassing that.
Whether Peruvian cuisine will bring you fond memories of plodding up Machu Picchu, or just helps you pretend you're a thousand miles away from London, you're sure to enjoy this often over-looked cuisine with all these new pop-ups, bars and restaurants.
With the deluge of Mexican food around at the moment, we're all ready to try something a little different. Some of the dishes, such as the unusual fare at Lima London, have rarely even been made for a London audience before.
For maximum enjoyment of their food and drink, Peruvians also recommend a 'paseo' - a traditional after dinner walk - to aid digestion and clear the head of too many Pisco Sours.
So ditch the tacos and tuck into some of these instead:
Reasonably-priced and much-lauded by Giles Coren, the bar is buzzing and there are seven different kinds of ceviche (a Peruvian delicacy of sliced fish fillets marinated in lime juice and chillies) to try out.
Ceviche, 17 Frith Street, W1
Lima London
Chef Virgilio Martinez, one of Peru's proudest exports, has arrived in London with much fanfair, promising food you're unlikely to have ever tasted before. Every bit as chic as its Soho's counterpart Ceviche, there is also a beautifully designed dining room to admire. The food is experimental, with a wide range of chilies used, so best tried with an open mind.
Lima London 31 Rathbone Place, W1T
Sushi Samba
Expect stunning views from this unusual eating spot on the 38th and 39th floors of the Heron Tower. The international chain brings a unique combination of Peruvian, Japanese and Brazilian cooking and cocktails.
Sushi Samba, Heron Tower, EC2N
Asia de Cuba ceviche bar
As you might expect from the St Martin's Lane Hotell, this limited-run affair is stylish with a capital 'S'. The menu is light and summery, including clever combos such as Scottish salmon and salted avocado helado, and snapper and confit watermelon. And to drink? It's rum all the way – think Mojitos and speciality tipples to complement the freshness of the seafood. But be quick, this pop-up ends on July 25.
St. Martin's Lane Hotel, WC2N. Open July 4-25, 11.30am-7.30pm.
Tierra Peru
Sophisticated but laid-back, like its Islington clientele, Tierra Peru goes for a more traditional angle than its fellow class of 2012. Try the picante de mariscos – fresh seafood cooked in a traditional sauce.
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Well, first of all, thank you, Catster, for choosing my diary as a pick!
It is, super cool!
I was in Mommy's office, waiting to be seen by the doc to have my bandages changed when she told me I was a DDP!
My first thought was "OMC! I hope the latest entries are at least somewhat fun to read."
Then, I collected myself and hobbled over to the canned food and ate like a champ!
I don't want to appear TOO excited!
I have to say that this is a thrill for me . Finding my true family made me feel like a lottery winner, having so many friends on Catster feels like a million bucks, being named a DDP is the cherry on top of this wonderful sundae!!!
Paws up to my sister (and best groomer), Millie! She's COTD!!
It looks like we're having salmon tonight!! Woo Hoo!
Well, ONE of my brothers was a bit too aggressive and they bit me, according to the docs.
I had 2 puncture wounds on my leg, which they cleaned very nicely and wrapped, so I have a bandaged leg that looks like its broken.
I go back on Thursday for a bandage change and they will teach Mommy how to care for it so I don't have to keep going back. That's good because I HATE being there. I get scared and don't like the noise.
I was given pain medicine, started on an antibiotic and will finish the last of my anti-inflammatory.
If I could blush, I would have because one of the vet techs said I was WAY TOO CUTE and much nicer and better behaved than her CH kitty!
Mommy opened the cage and I wrapped my paws around her neck and held tight! I am home, had my meds, ate my dinner very well and am now relaxing.
I was walking fine on late Saturday night/Sunday morning. Mommy and Daddy came home Sunday evening from M's work and she noticed I was favoring my left hind leg. She tried touching it and I cried. Mom says it was swollen. So she called the ER doc and brought me back to work where they took my temp, examined me and I got x-rays taken. I HATED that! It was terrible being upside down, even though Mommy was holding me. I don't like meing turned around or even held sideways, so lying on my back was not good for me at all.
The side x-rays were okay to do since I was getting fussed over during.
The x-rays were 'perfect' as the 2 docs said. They gave me a needle of metacam and sub-q fluids because my temp spiked after the x-rays. The docs said it was probably from the stress of it all.
I rested yesterday, which was good because Mommy says some kitties don't know when to take it easy. I ate and drank, just taking it easy. Its been REALLY hot here (in the 90's) and most of us have been going light on the food intake anyway.
Last night, after Mommy got home from the Phillies game, she came in to see me (the docs had asked M to keep me confined to a small area for better resting) and thought my leg looked more swollen. So, she called the ICU at midnight and told them I had a fever of 104.9 and that my leg seemed bigger.
I laid on a cool gel pack last night, after M gave me fluids with a syringe (because she and the vet techs/nurses thought I would do better NOT getting stressed out completely by going back there last night). I ate a can of food and about 1/2 cup dry food, drank and was and still am using the litterbox like a champ.
I a going back to the doctors this morning where one of our favorite docs will take care of me. Yah! They suspect that it is a soft tissue injury since nothing is showing up on the x-ray and since I move so differently, I could have hurt it 'running' through the house or even jumping/sliding off the sofa or loveseat.
Mommy says she is worried about me because I cry when she touches my paw.
I am going to do everything the doctor tells so I can feel better really fast!
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Teen Who Killed Four People In DUI Accident Claims He Should Stay Out Of Prison Because Of His Wealthy Upbringing
The Internet is in a state of uproar today after a Texas teen was spared of any jailtime after killing four people while driving in a drunken stupor.
Ethan Couch's lawyer argued that the 16-year-old's actions were a result of his wealthy upbringing and absence of punishment in his past. The attorney called Couch a "victmim affluenza."
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Grilled Flank Steak, Onion, and Peppers
Steve Freidkin, the chef at Texaz Grill in Phoenix, shared this technique with us for instantly "marinating" meat. By making small slashes in a diamond pattern over both sides of the steak, the flavors of the lemon and spices sink right in.
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Caribbean Country Dance Cruise 2013 – Nancy Hays And Guest Instructors Delight Guests
We are just back from hosting our 7th Caribbean Country Dance Cruise. The 2013 edition featured the singer of one of the most popular country line dances in the world, 'Come Dance With Me,' Nancy Hays.Highlights of the cruise included guest instructors Rosalee Musgrave from Texas, Michelle Jackson from Boston, and Ellie Halterman from California. In addition to dancers from the areas listed above, a mix of cruisers joined us from Virginia, Michigan, New York, New Jersey, and England for a week of fun in the sun. Over 20 plus hours of Country Dance parties and classes were complimented by four Broadway styles shows, including a Country Music musical titled '8 More Seconds.' In addition to all the perks of a cruise- no laundry, no dishes, no cooking, no cleaning, and no driving- guests enjoyed all styles of music and comedy shows nightly, unlimited food, warm sunshine, and lots of time in the pool and Jacuzzis.
Most all on board agree that The Nancy Hays concert was the highlight of the cruise. Hays, from Chicago, presented some of her biggest international line dance hits while the floor overflowed for songs and dances like 'Get In Line' 'Put On Your Dancin' Boots' 'Caribbean Two Step Tango' 'Dad' and 'Come Dance With Me.' In addition to tributes to her musical heroes with songs like 'Coal Miner's Daughter' and 'Stand By Your Man,' Hays delighted the crowd with stories about her career, some new songs that are quite popular in England ('Heart Like A Train' and 'True Love') and fan favorites from her catalog of albums ('Sentimental Ole You' and 'Someday Soon').
Highlights from the Country Dance Lessons included Ellie Halterman's 'Good Directions' to Billy Currington's song of the same name and 'Island Bob' to Zac Brown Band's 'Island Song.' Rosalee Musgrave entertained with a fun dance called 'Next Door To An Angel' to Hays' version of 'Sentimental Ole You' and a waltz to George Strait's 'It Was Me.' Michelle Jackson pleased the crowd by teaching the Jo Thompson classic 'Come Dance With Me' and a very challenging dance to Kelly Clarkson and Vince Gill's new song 'Don't Rush.' Sean Flaherty from New York taught the popular dances to 'Cruise' from Florida-Georgia Line and 'Beer Money' by Kip Moore. Of course, I also jumped in to teach Darius Ruckers' 'Wagon Wheel,' Lady Antebellum's 'Downtown,' and Carrie Underwood's 'Two Black Cadillacs.'
We hope you'll consider joining us for future Country Dance Workshops, Cruises and Trips. We are lucky to have so many great people- dancers and non-dancers- who enjoy partying, dancing, and listening to Country Music. Visit www.kevinrichards.com for the latest events.
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When Claudio Mion, general manager at Utility Structures Inc. (USI), says his latest plant upgrade went through the roof, he really means it. The Ottawa, Ontario-based precaster started the year with a new, custom designed 7,700-cubic-foot capacity aggregate storage bin that was installed in a rather unconventional way.
The producer stores aggregates 75 feet high in a tower — the best location at the 70,000 square-foot plant, considering its limited yard space and the need to keep materials dry and warm through harsh Canadian winters. This meant the 55,000-pound bin would have to be disassembled and removed, and a new 75,000-pound unit installed, at roughly the height of a seven-story building.
Custom batch plant designer and manufacturer, BMH Systems, proposed a unique approach: Go in through the roof.
Before cutting into the plant's roof, BMH engineers designed a bracing system. They built a rigid steel platform around the edge of the hole that served as reinforcement, as well as a work platform.
"The plan was to remove the old bin in several sections because of its weight," says Matteo Falcucci, operations manager for USI. "But after they took off the top section, they couldn't take the rest apart because it was too corroded. It would have fallen apart."
Instead, the bin was removed in only two pieces — the heavier section weighing 35,000 pounds — with a 385-ton crane. USI was responsible for preparing the site, including relocating the chemical bins and adding a new foundation for extra support beams to accommodate the new bin's weight.
The installation was scheduled to take six weeks but was completed in four. USI has been at full capacity ever since. "After two months up and running with the new bin, we are still doing our best to keep up with customers' orders," says Mion.
But before taking these seemingly drastic measures, Mion and Falcucci went through a painstaking planning process. They offer words of advice for producers considering a similar project.
Weigh the options
Mion and Falcucci began planning to upgrade the 25-year-old aggregate bin when rust and corrosion threatened to affect the quality of USI's products: mainly precast concrete light poles and utility and traffic-related products. Although they had done patchwork repairs on rusted areas, contamination from the bin was causing aggregate colors to come out improperly.
They considered a full repair to fix and recoat the entire bin. However, they were unable to find a contractor to accept the logistical challenge of emptying and refilling each bin compartment, and completing extensive repairs without disrupting operations.
Relocating the bin outside was not an option. Due to limited yard space, the aggregates would have to be stored far from the plant, which would mean installing a cumbersome and costly conveyor system.
Ultimately, they decided a new bin was the best solution.
Plan ahead
Continuous operation was a priority. "We didn't want to be stuck with a problem that would cause us to be shut down," says Falcucci. Faced with an emergency situation, they might have been pressured to make a quick and potentially expensive decision for the sake of convenience.
Because they were prepared, Falcucci and Mion we were able to spend eight to 10 months planning for the new bin and soliciting multiple bids.
Understand your needs
With time to plan, the managers considered how the new aggregate bin could improve the plant's efficiency. "We jotted down every idea, and asked as many questions as possible to improve on what we had and decide exactly what we wanted to build," says Falcucci.
Capacity was an obvious place to start. They upgraded from an eight-compartment bin that held 330 tons to a bin with 12 compartments and a 385-ton capacity. A larger, faster bucket elevator delivers aggregates up to the bin at a rate of more than 75 tons per hour. Workers now spend a quarter of the time refilling aggregates compared to before; loading once a day rather than several times, without fear of running empty.
The new bin is configured with compartments ranging from 22 to 55 tons to optimize storage space for an average of 14 different kinds of aggregates and sand. It includes bins for small quantities of specialty aggregates that used to be stored in bags and added to the concrete by hand, in a tedious and expensive process.
The bin is also filled more accurately. Each compartment is covered and has a 30x30-inch opening for the conveyor. The design keeps aggregates separated, and eliminates waste caused by mixing and contamination of materials. If an aggregate is not frequently used, the opening can be completely covered.
USI also requested a design change to prevent corrosion. Inside the original bin, wet sand would settle on support channels and corrode them. They hope to avoid this with new sloped channels inside the new bin.
Other time-saving adjustments included adding plates to the bottom of each bin compartment to accommodate vibrators for individual aggregates. Each bin has a moisture probe opening, so probes can be moved as needed.
BMH also built a 38-ton capacity truck hopper with steam pipes to thaw and warm aggregates. Materials can sit in the hopper overnight to dry before being stored. USI worked with the equipment designer to design this system, instead of using heating pipes that release steam and unwanted moisture.
Consider safety
Safety features include covers and ladders inside the 25-foot bin compartments. Divot plates hold a special crane that holds workers who enter the bin, and can be mounted in several different spots for maximum reach. Catch trays under the conveyor belts keep the area clean of spilled aggregate, reducing the time workers spend around the belts. Clean-up has gone from once a week to every two months.
Rely on the experts
When reviewing the bids, Mion and Falcucci were impressed with BMH Systems' technical expertise. The manufacturer had also designed and installed USI's original aggregate bin. "When you're dealing with somebody who has done the job before, it always seems to go a little more efficiently," says Falcucci.
The bin's removal and replacement was scheduled to take place during the Christmas holidays to minimize production downtime for USI. "We were impressed that they worked around our schedule," recalls Mion.
The plant's roof was repaired by Christmas Day, and the crew took a week off. When they returned, it was covered with a foot of snow.
For more information on the companies in this story, visit www.utilitystructures.com and www.bmhsystems.com.


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03-07-2009, 10:08 AM #1Legendary RSR Poster
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The GOP Spending Machine Continues
This is exactly why I stopped giving money to them. And as a conservative it shows just how far the GOP has lost it's base.
In this latest proposed federal budget, 40% of the earmarks are being added by the GOP. The Dems still hold the larger number in 60%.
Pretty sad.
The only one stepping away from this nonsense is John Boehner, who called on Obama to stop government spending. Now that's just laughable. If you're trying to expand your socialist agenda, the last thing you do is stop spending -- I mean if he does that, he cant get more folks on the Gubmint teet. But it's a good start from Boehner.
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the only individual concerned about earmarks is john mccain because it seems to be simple enough for him to understand and allows him to bang his hand on the podium and discharge some of his anger at Obama for pummeling him in November. Oh yeah and sean calamity cares about earmarks because he it is simple enough for him to rally his zombies around
it is about 1% of the budget...really insignificant in the grand scope and often misunderstood by the population.
There was the year where an "earmark" was studying the mating habits of the blue crab. Now that would sound really stupid to someone in kansas but in Maryland where the blue crab is a large industry, the mating habit study is economically sensible and prudent. But earmarks are republican talking points that easily susceptible will rally against.
As far as Boehner is concerned and the latest Republican plan, in the face of yesterday's new spike in unemployment, the f"reeze on federal spending" is not even fair to say that this is a replay of the disastrous decisions that magnified the great depression but it's more a parody of it.
When the crisis is a rapid and catastrophic drop off in demand, you handcuff the one force that can create demand (i.e., the federal government) in the throes of the contraction. That's insane.
Levels of stimulus are a decent question. Intensifying the contraction is just insane and frankly a joke. It's time to recognize that the only debate here is happening among Democrats. The leaders of the GOP are simply not part of the conversation.
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Re: The GOP Spending Machine Continues
But it ignores reality. I know, it's really sucks that it always get in the way for you Galen.
Tax cuts + reduced and or limited spending = economic success for most Americans.
JFK knew this as did Reagan. Ditto for Clinton until he raised taxes and put us in the mini recession.
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So, let's list the things more important than our economy according to the cartoon.
Investigating the Bush Administration? For what?
North Korean Succession?
Israeli/Palestinian and India/Pakistan conflicts?
Isn't the threat of a 2nd Depression the reason why we would want to be careful with our money?
Health Care Reform?
Wall St Collapse? See that of 2nd Depression.
Housing Crisis? See Wall St and Depression.
Energy Reform?
Iraq issues are settled, right? We are on a schedule to leave now, right?
As for tax cuts, they work, stimulus spending does not.
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A different oddity, the pirate as self-interested economic maximiser, is the conceit of The Invisible Hook, in which a somewhat parodic version of Adam Smith surveys the world of buccaneering… Peter Leeson's material is equally surprising and engaging. The pirate ship regimes for which records survive were quite a lot better than those of naval and merchant vessels. In the 1720s Bartholomew Roberts's ship's articles established an Athenian democracy on his vessel in relation to 'Affairs of Moment'. They gave every man free access to the ship's victuals unless the crew voted 'a Retrenchment' for reasons of scarcity. Loot was to be distributed in equal shares, save that the captain and quartermaster were entitled to two shares, the master, boatswain and gunner to one and a half shares, and the other officers to one and a quarter. Until £1000 apiece had been shared out the ship's company was indissoluble; from that point they were free to leave, but before then desertion or retreat in battle was punishable by death or marooning. There was generous provision for disability benefit. Gaming for money was banned; lights out was at 8 p.m., after which time any drinking was to be done on deck; fighting was banned ('Quarrels to be ended on Shore, at Sword and Pistol'); smuggling women or boys aboard carried the death penalty; and the ship evidently carried its own orchestra, with terms that could have been negotiated by the Musicians' Union: 'The Musicians to have Rest on the Sabbath Day, but the other Six days and Nights, none without special Favour.'


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