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There is a multitude of ways to market your business on the web and each comes with their own advantages, disadvantages, and idiosyncrasies. A business can choose from one, two, or a combination of all of them to pave their way to fame.
Banner Ads
Banner ads are basically the same as any graphic advertisement you would see in a magazine or newspaper, but has the ability of linking the viewer directly to the advertiser's web page. The purpose of a banner ad is not only to be seen, but it enables advertisers to be seen among target areas. If your product or service is niche related then it would be wise to advertise where viewers are going to be linking.
There are different types of banner ads ranging from small and simple, to big and multidimensional (incorporating audio and animated visual aspects). The size of a banner ad may be contingent on where the ad will be displayed and the price for its presence.
You want your banner ad to have an impact, so content and placement (on site and actual page) is important to consider. The banner ad would be most useful showcasing a product or result of a service rather than a symbol or picture of the company itself. Having your banner ad at the top of the page on which it's displayed would ensure that more people will see it.
The usefulness of banner ads can be seen as twofold. Web browsers can directly link to the advertiser's website via the banner ad; but banner ads can also gain 'branding' privileges by staying in the consciousness of viewers. A web browser may not specifically click on your ad, but next time they are out shopping for a product or service related they may remember seeing the ad and continue with a purchase.
Affiliate Ads
Affiliate ads are advertisements put on other websites in order to gain potential clients. The host of the affiliate ad takes a percentage of the sales the ad generates.
It could be seen as disadvantageous to pay the host a portion of sales revenues, but what they are granting in return is more popularity. Even if browsers are not buying a product or service, they are internalizing the advertisement. This means that more people are being introduced to the product or service. This method can be particularly attractive to small to medium sized businesses that get an affiliate add on 'big' company sites.
Text Link Ads
Text link ads are much like banner ads except they are strictly textual and appear in the prose of a site. Small to medium sized businesses in the past have paid for text link ads to appear on more popular pages to achieve acclaim.
Google and other search engines have recently done what they can to distinguish between paid and non-paid text links thus leading advertisers to seek other avenues for esteem. The way in which the search engines monitor links is not full-proof and many pages still illustrate paid text links.
The catch-22 for small to medium sized businesses is that to compete you have to rank high in search engines and to rank high in search engines you have to be one of the bigger industries (getting high amount of links).
There are of course 'legitimate' ways to accumulate text links. You have to find a niche or establish a credible name, wait, and wait for an outcome. If you continually produce quality product, service, and information, word of mouth on the web will help you get to the top.
Presell Pages
Presell pages are pages that are informative and well written illustrating knowledge about an industry, company, and any other relevant topics. An advantage of a presell page is that it will establish the source as a credible and informative site to the reader. Excellent presell pages will inadvertently improve rankings because the information supplied will be placed on well esteemed sites (such as those of the government or educational sites). A common mantra of Google is, "what is good for the reader is good for your ranking." The author of a popular presell page will acquire a good name and links based on topic and keywords.
Paying Bloggers
The process of paying bloggers (to accumulate links) is similar to that of paying other sites for text links. When the major search engines stiffened their security on distinguishing paid from non-paid text links, many innovative advertisers capitalized on the popularity of blogging. Advertisers would pay bloggers to garner links to their site via recommendation or clever placement by the blog's author.
Banner ads are also taken advantage of on blog sites. Their difference from textual links is that more of the credibility of the blogger comes into play concerning text links. If pre-established and highly acclaimed bloggers place a link to a site (to be seen by all the bloggers), it becomes a goldmine for the site referenced. The advantages of a banner ad will remain static, but a compliment from a popular blogger accompanied with a link will get all of their fans to follow suit.
Social Networking
Social networking was flirted with in the last section, but blogs are just one area to socially network. Social networking involves actions such as emailing, instant messaging, participation in forums and blogs, and participating in my space.
Word of mouth is an incredible way to advertise. A great deal of people on the web engage in circular societies (meaning that many users network and turn one another on to sites). If one user's interest was piqued, then they would inform their circle of web friends about the site. Friends of that immediate circle would have contacts outside and overlapping into another circle thus creating more of an opportunity of networking and so on.
This is a genuine way to market on the web. For sites that have something fantastic to offer it is a blessing, but not being or doing what is promised will quickly bury someone.
Interstitial Ads
Interstitial ads are those ads that appear 'on the way' to another site. If attempting access to a site and an ad appears then you have just seen an interstitial site. There most likely are more disadvantages than advantages in engaging in these ads, but it does put a company's name, product, or service into the consciousness of the viewer. Even though a viewer may hate a business for interrupting their browsing time, they may recognize their name, service, or product later down the road and either recommend or partake in them themselves.
Sponsoring Newsletters
Newsletters are a venerable source of information. Sponsorship of a newsletter will get a business associated with the author of the newsletter. This is another inadvertent way to 'ride the coattails' of a bigger and more popular company. The name of the sponsor will achieve a connotative status with the producer of the newsletter and their readers. As with presell pages, the nature of the newsletter is more informative and legitimatized.
Writing for Websites
Writing for websites relating to an industry is a fabulous way to acquire higher status. 'Content is king' is still a popular slogan in the internet world and providing solid content on a specific topic will attract respect. This avenue carries with it the legitimacy of presell pages and newsletter sponsorship, but takes the veneration further.
Now viewers will see that a company is providing content for other sites in a seemingly selfless fashion. The sites may offer payment for the article (or a business may pay the site to have it showcased), but on the surface the provider of the article has the consumers and industry first in mind. The author of the article is establishing they are well versed on a topic and would like to provide their knowledge for public perusal. This is a way to score huge points by word of mouth and by topic and keywords.
Pay Per Click
Search engines will offer advertisers spots featured on results pages based on the user's keyword search. The advantage is the featured company will appear among competitors (inspiring consumers to associate the featured company in with competitors that organically rank higher). This is a way for consumers to serendipitously find a business when the immediacy of their search is germane to the nature of the featured business. A company can budget how much they would like to invest in the venture and monitor lead generation.
Strategic Partnership
Strategic partnerships echo the 'old boy' system of business. Usually an already well established business will 'help' out a less well-to-do business for some later favor in return. This creates a system of networking within particular industries and where one company may need help the other can provide aid and vice versa.
A form of this was popular back when Google was still young and text links were constantly exchanged by 'net buddies' in order to gain higher rankings.
In many instances 'two heads are better than one' and having another business to help out can be very advantageous. A 'brother' business can offer their ideas, resources, and experience that will facilitate the growth of another. No two businesses will be 'exactly' the same, so having an extra source for more information is valuable to any business.
Kenneth C. Wisnefski is the president of VendorSeek.com, an online business to business marketplace that connects business consumers with pre-approved vendors in over 150 different categories. VendorSeek.com has over 5,000 vendors in their Approved Vendor Network and processes close to 10,000 requests per month from businesses of all sizes.
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Katy Perry and Diplo: Secretly Back Together!
Ok so this is a photo Katy Perry posted and she's in Jamaica right now - And right around that same time Diplo posted THIS PHOTO!!
Since then he's deleted it from his account because as you can see - that was the SAME hammock!! Ohhhhhhh!! As much as I wanted Katy to work it out with John Mayer, Diplo is pretty hot and talented so I'm very much ok with this as well!!


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Usually, white is the color commonly used in painting
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light very well and it goes with everything. But for a
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Jul 08, 2011 - I just got back from my first hair appointment with Keith! Keith is full of personality, fun, a little bit of sass, and a lot of knowledge. He really knows his curls! As soon as I walked in, he sat me down at his station and told me everything about curly hair and the Deva system. He is so informative and answered every question I had. Unfortunately, I am one of those fools who willingly fronted $500 ($600 if you include tip) to chemically destroy my hair with the Japanese straightener, and now I am living with the damage. It's been about ten months since I received this process, and for the last seven months I have been living with scraggly, unhealthy, and thirsty hair. Before the process, I had very curly hair. I had bouncy curls and thick coils. I hated it, but I guess it took me a relentlessly damaging process to make me miss my old hair. I was fed up with the mess I was left with. (I can't even count on two hands how many people have told me that my hair looks like dreadlocks.) No one I have ever gone to before knows how to work with curls, and since I completely wrecked my curls, I might as well start somewhere. I decided to go to Personal Expressions, and I am ecstatic that I have found someone who knew how to salvage my hair. I walked into the salon with a skanky rat's nest and walked out with actual curls. I have never gone to a salon where I felt attached to a stylist, and it is so easy to connect with Keith. I think I have found 'my' salon.


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Tokyo (AFP) April 14, 2008
Japan said Monday it was "regrettable" that its whaling fleet had killed little more than half its intended catch of almost 1,000 whales in the Antarctic due to harassment by activists.
The fleet is set to return to port on Tuesday after killing about 550 whales during a five-month voyage, officials at the fishery agency said.
Japan, which says whaling is part of its culture, had aimed to kill 850 minke whales and 50 fin whales on its annual hunt. It dropped an original plan to kill up to 50 humpbacks after coming under international pressure.
"It is truly regrettable that we could not carry out the project as planned," said Toshiro Shirasu, vice minister at the agriculture ministry.
He added, however, that the government would continue to catch the giant mammals for research.
The 8,044-tonne Nisshin Maru mother ship is scheduled to dock in Tokyo on Tuesday morning, while the five other fleet vessels will dock at various ports in the capital and western Japan.
The total catch for the year came to 551 minke whales with no fin whales "as a series of offshore protests prevented the fleet from achieving its initial goal," said Shigeki Takaya, a fishery agency official.
The Sea Shepherd Conservation Society -- whose militant protest ship was involved in a series of high-seas clashes with the Japanese fleet -- has said that its campaign saved 500 whales.
Sea Shepherd tried to physically stop Japan's whaling in the Antarctic, throwing what it described as stink bombs filled with rancid butter onto the decks of whalers. Japan says the bombs contained acid that stings the eyes.
In January, the group also sent two protesters to board a whaling factory ship, sparking a two-day standoff.
Japanese authorities plan to inspect the ships and question the crew following the incidents.
"On-site inspection is scheduled (for Tuesday) in connection with the protests," another fishery agency official said.
Greenpeace Japan said the environmental group had no plan to stage a rally to mark the fleet's return but would issue a statement of protest against Japan's whaling.
Japan kills whales using a loophole in a 1986 whaling moratorium that allows "lethal research" on the giant mammals despite protests led by Australia. Only Norway and Iceland defy the moratorium outright.
Australia has stepped up pressure on Japan since Prime Minister Kevin Rudd took office in December, sending a customs vessel to monitor the Antarctic hunt and gather evidence for a possible court case against whaling.
Canberra caused a stir when it released grisly footage caught by the customs vessel of whales being killed.
The captain of the Sea Shepherd ship said last month he was shot in a high-seas clash with the whalers although Japanese officials insisted only warning devices were fired.
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Abstract: In recent years, decentralization of financial and
political power has been perceived as a useful means to improve outcomes of
the health care sector. Such reforms are often a result of fashion, rather
than being based on knowledge of "what works". If decentralization is the
favored strategy in health care, studies of countries that go against the
current trend will be of interest and importance as they provide
information about the potential drawbacks of decentralization. In Norway,
specialized health care has recently been recentralized. In this paper, we
review some of the evidence now available on its economic effects. The most
striking observation is that recentralization did not affect the variables
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Boquete in Panama - The ideal place to retire?
The first thing everyone will tell you about Boquete is that it is ranked as one of the top places in the world to retire. Having recently visited the highland town, I'm really not quite sure why. Here I'll explain…
Boquete is described as a Swiss like highland town blessed with a splendid climate and beautiful scenery ideal for outdoor pursuits and volcanic soils that are perfect for growing crops. Now when I visited Boquete (August), it rained every afternoon, without fail. Normal at this time of year I was told. In fact, September to November it rains non-stop all day just about every day apparently. Coming from England, where it rains rather too often, it made me wonder why on earth would it be quite so desirable to retire somewhere where it regularly pours with rain for weeks on end?
So Boquete's climate didn't particularly win me over. The scenery was pretty, but hardly amazing. Lots of mountains, streams and waterfalls and it all seemed very pleasant and safe. Nice for pottering about not really doing much, but does it really warrant the sudden real estate boom that consists of people buying up mountain lots to develop large mansions or sometimes sprawling gated communities for retirees? I really didn't see the attraction, maybe that's because I have many more years to go before retiring!
What did we do for the 3 days? We drove around – there was some pretty highland scenery to explore around the town of Boquete. We went on some short walks in the hills. There were some lovely uncrowded hot springs nearby – natural ones, and without hordes of tourists in them. Very nice.
Boquete, Panama - highland scenery
Boquete is Panama's only coffee growing region and it produces what Panamanians will tell you is some of the best coffee in the world. I got taught the 20 different processes that a coffee bean has to pass through before it becomes drinkable – interesting stuff if you like coffee. I tried the world's most expensive coffee, known as Geisha coffee. A cup of it cost just $9 here. Bargain!
Boquete certainly is a pleasant part of Panama, but I can't help but feel it's rather over-hyped. It's a nice place to visit, but has too high an expectation to live up to given the hype about it being the perfect spot to retire in Panama. I'm glad I visited, but I doubt it warrants a return, at any age…..


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Time saver (if you know how to use it)
- Familiarity: I've used it once or twice and have initial impressions
My climbing partner got this last year and has had nothing but praise for this pice of gear. I also love the design, but it took a bit of time to really figure out how to use it. It really does replace all the slings and bits of webbing, but if you don't fully know how to use it, and you are hanging on a piece of vertical ice hoping that it will just save you,then guess again. Make sure you know what you are doing with this guy first.
Quick set up, limited versatility
I really like this product and use it often but it is not the right product for everyone or for every circumstance. A simple piece of cordelette is cheaper and potentially more versatile than this item but there are some benefits to this system worth considering. I enjoy having the system ready to equalize from the moment I clip it to it's intended pieces with less knot tying and the beefy main converging point. I dislike that it limits you to how you set up an anchor to 3 points, which means you'd have to do upstream converging with a runner if you wanted to use more than 3 pieces in your anchor system. BUT, for most uses it excels beautifully and with a little extra rigging it can handle most any system you wish to configure for your anchor. It is also beefy which I appreciate. Thus not a full on 5 star but close.


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Welcome to KORE Academy UK
KORE Therapy is leading the world in recovery through its integrative medicine techniques. It uses a unique combination of Western diagnostic & assessments, Eastern release techniques, with a mixture of psychologies & philosophies to help clients with the most chronic conditions make a break through to recovery and good health.
KORE focuses on finding and treating the root causes to a condition instead of looking at just the symptoms as most other therapies do. By using functional muscle testing and palpation we can find exactly where the issue is coming from. For example a knee problem usually has a back strain connection that needs treating before the knee can recover, chronic lower back pain always has an old neck injury that causes most of the back pain, or a skin problem usually has a digestive system imbalance.
Without discovery and treatment of the root causes, symptoms are only ever going to be masked and will keep returning.
Techniques used by KORE practitioners include: Mobilisations, Tuina, Acupressure, Cupping, Acupuncture, Qi Gung, Cranial balancing, Deep organ massage, NLP and others.
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Hello friends and readers. Just a quick note to say we've been without internet at the center for almost two weeks now. That's why you haven't heard from me lately. I'm in the city now at a cafe that offers internet, trying to catch up on emails.
Some highlights:
*School holidays last week equaled three trips on the ferry over the river; one hysterical child causing the ferry to be turned back and all of us ushered off; 31 soft drinks; three trips to the airport and 31 ice cream cones!
*Mumps were confined to the original three boys and none of them got it too badly.
*Still no ATM card (and thus no cash) and a credit card frequently declined as the fraud alert kicks in. Drat those thieves who stole my purse!
*Temporary passport may lead to a new DIRE soon - let's hope!
*New lock system for the car has already broken. And been repaired again. At least some things happen fast here in Africa!
*Getting a lot of reading, cooking and exercising done without the internet. Hmmm, could get used to that actually!
See you around again sometime!
Love, Laura


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me at two. then i asked endless questions. now it's your turn. ask me a question, i'll tell you no lies.
Today is my birthday. I am 39 years old. One more year until the nice, round four-oh.
Thirty was a happy day for me. I was elated at 30. I threw myself an enormous party in which every one had to participate in a talent show. Ian read Beattle's songs as droll British performance-art poetry. Karl wrote a comic ditty about me and sang while he played the piano. Neil put art up on an easle. Kami made her famous beef-stew-in-pumpkin. (And swore never to make it again after it sloshed all over the back of the pimp-mobile, which later spontaneously combusted on the front drive.)
I was emerging out of my post-partum depression, back into my pre-baby clothes, and happily on staff at a church that I loved. The decade looked promising.
The past few years have been harder than that blithe birthday would have lead me to believe. I've been sick most of this decade (chronic migraines); a huge idealogical shift has lead me away from the church and onto a more ancient-future faith that refuses to behave and is always giving me fits; and the home I thought I would grow old in is now occupied by renters while I learn how to live life abroad. It hasn't been a terrible decade — far from it! But is has been more challenging, and more surprising that I ever could have imagined.
It makes me wonder what the next few years will be. Will my 40's be as dramatically life altering as my 30's? Will there be more children adopted by affection, and communities built and dismantled as the Universe dictates? Will there be books and columns, or will blogging remain my means of witness? Will I feel wiser in ten year's time, or merely have more questions?
And speaking of questions, there is nothing I like better than being interviewed. I think this is charming, and I love what Leonie did here. If I could be interviewed full-time for a living I would be a very happy camper. So on this my birthday, I give you my lovely readers free reign. Ask me a question, any question, and I will tell you no lies. Because really, it's my birthday, and I think today it's okay for it to be all about me.
Thanks for celebrating with me!
With love from a very mild narcissist,


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The BMW X6 luxury crossover went on sale in April 2008 as a 2009 model year. BMW referes to the X6 as a Sports Activity Coupe (SAC) as it combines the attributes of an SUV (high ground clearance, xDrive and all-weather ability) with the stance, styling and roof line shape of a coupe. The E71 X6 was built off the E70 X5 (2007 - 2013) platform at BMW's Spartanburg, SC plant. Total worldwide sales were just over 235,000, sold mostly to the BRIC countries. US total sales was 34,082 vehicles.
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2013 X6 Production Starts in April
(New member, first post, first BMW...)
I placed an order for a 2013 X6-M last week. My dealer told me they were switching over the line in Spartanburg for the 2013's in April. I was surfing the various fan sites to find a more specific info on the actual cutover date and noticed some other folks had a schedule posted which indicated that the 2012's would run through July! (Yikes!) My dealer assured the cutover was to happen in early April.
2013 options/pricing has already established and the BMW system is currently accepting orders for the 2013 X6. I finally got my production number and we also have a Conf. Production date of April 16th. I understand that is not my actual build/production date, but rather a date when the actual build date will be scheduled. I am told that the line must be running before they can assign a build date, and that the "Conf Prod" date must be after that window opens up.
So, if all of this is accurate and correct, the 2013 X6-M cutover will be in early April 2012.
Its going to be a long 60 days - and yes - I got the Adaptive LED headlight option
Congrats on your order!
I cancelled my order for a 12' and reordered a 13' the third week of January.
I was given a production number when they confirmed the order, but the order sheet is not for a 13'. The order sheet indicates "2013MY" on the top, but all the options are from the 2012 MY, like the style 214 wheels are on the order which I don't think will be offered on any version of 2013 X6. Also, all the pricing is all blanked out, unlike the order confirmation sheet I got for the 2012 in December.
So, my question is, does your dealer have an order guide yet? There are barely any options on an M anyway since its so highly equipped, so in that sense it's easier to take a blind order.
I know these orders can be modified, so I'm not concerned about it. Just curious.
Happy waiting
The order info and pricing is available to the dealers. They CAN place an order for 2013 vehicles and all the options and pricing are available to them. My dealer did not want to let make a copy of their internal price lists (as it has not formally been released to the public), but I did hand write a list of all the options and prices when we went through the 2013 ordering process (to follow). Here is a simple summary of the option/pricing changes as compared to the 2012 vehicle:
1. The base price of the car went up $1600 (to $92,900)
2. The Full LED Headlights are a new $1900 option..
3. The Active Ventilated Seats option actually went down in price from $1900 to $900
4. The $5994 21 inch tire option is no longer listed but there were two wheel options available at N/C. You could choose either the X6M or the X5M wheels (both 20"). I think the option numbers were something like 299m and 300m.
It looks like they also dropped the brushed aluminum interior trim option (at least with the ventilated seats/perforated marino leather combo).
Here is my handwritten option/price list for the vehicle I ordered. It shows every option on the 2013's except the Rear Seat Entertainment package which I believe is still $1700 (I did not order it):
Option Description MSRP
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A75 Melbourne Red Metallic N/C
X25SW Black Perf Full Merino Leather 3,800
4M5 Nappa Leather Dash/Console N/C
4MY Carbon Leather Int Trim N/C
2NU 300M Style Wheels (Default) N/C
ZAV Active Vent Seats 900
451 Active Driver Seat
453 Front Ventilated Seats
ZCW Cold Weather Package 600
248 Heated Steering Wheel
496 Heated Rear Seats
464 Ski Bag
ZDA Driver Assist Package 1,900
3AH Rear/Top View Camera
5AC Automatic High Beams
610 Heads Up Display
ZPS Premium Sound Package 1,100
655 Sat Radio
752 Enh/Prem Sound
ZRC Rear Climate Package 700
417 Rear Window Shades
4NB 4-Zone Climate Control
322 Comfort Access/Keyless 1,000
323 Soft Close Doors 600
552 Full LED Lights 1,900
5DK Side View Camera 300
696 6 CD Changer 600
6NR BMW Apps 250
Dealer Installed Options
Hidden Hitch, Removable Tongue, 2" Ball 1,200
All Weather Floor Mats 90
All Weather Cargo Liner 73
Embroidered Cargo Mat 130
Illuminated Door Sills 838
I have my production number and my car is currently in Production Status "111". We are expecting it to change over to "112" (and be user trackable) a couple of weeks before the plant in Spartanburg actually changes over the line. Best guess is that the line will start running the 2013's sometime in early April:
I've also heard unsubstantiated rumors that it could be as early as mid-March but I think that might be overly optimistic...
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Procurement Conference of the Americas
As prepared for delivery.
Remarks by
David L. Bibb
Deputy Administrator
U.S. General Services Administration
Procurement Conference of the Americas
Atlanta, Georgia.
Thank you, Emily (Murphy) for that kind introduction.
Good morning, ladies and gentlemen. It is my very distinct pleasure -- on behalf of GSA and the Bush Administration -- to welcome you to the 2005 Procurement Conference of the Americas. I know many of you have traveled a long way to get here. Thank you -- your presence and participation clearly demonstrate your dedication and the importance you attach to the international trade and procurement issues that will be discussed during this important and timely event.
I'm certain you will find your journey was worth the effort. GSA Chief Acquisition Officer Emily Murphy and her team have assembled an impressive group of speakers who will share their expertise and take your questions on government procurement needs and processes in the Americas.
Upcoming workshops and lectures will feature public and private sector experts from many nations, including: Mexico, Brazil, Canada, Uruguay, Chile, Peru, Paraguay, Colombia and the United States.
I would like to acknowledge the many dignitaries who are participating in the conference. That list includes:
- Vice President Ana Vilma Albenez Escobar of El Salvador;
- Colonel (Ret.) Robert C.I. Ryan, Vice-President of the Canadian Commercial Corporation;
- Administrator Hector Barreto of the U.S. Small Business Administration;
- Administrator Rob Burton of the U.S. Office of Management and Budget's Office of Federal Procurement Policy;
- And Jim Lientz, the state of Georgia's first Chief Operating Officer.
Thank you all for being here.
This conference is being held to discuss all aspects of government procurement, both domestically and throughout the Americas.
For those of you not familiar with GSA, the agency acts as a catalyst for nearly $66 billion in federal spending – more than one fourth of the government's total procurement dollars. In our policy role, GSA influences the management of federal assets valued at nearly $500 billion. These assets include more than 8,300 government-owned buildings, an interagency fleet of 170,000 vehicles, a vast array of technology programs and products, and an expert workforce of just over 14,000 people.
The work we're doing to "improve process" falls under a 15-month-old initiative known as the "Get it Right Plan for Excellence in Federal Acquisition." The objective is to secure the best value for federal agencies and the American taxpayers through an efficient and effective acquisition process. This effort includes ensuring full and open competition, and instilling integrity and transparency in the use of GSA contracting vehicles.
Stepping back, this conference can also be viewed as a small part of the overall effort to expand trade among the nations of North, Central and South America and the Caribbean region. That effort is immensely important to President Bush, who, as you know, addressed the Organization of American States in June in Florida.
We at GSA share the president's belief that free and fair trade is good for everyone. From the U.S. perspective, increased trade helps create more higher-paying jobs for American workers by opening new markets for products and services. Increased trade also brings lower prices and more choices to American consumers, and is an incentive for foreign companies to invest and hire in the United States.
The facts tell the story. Consider that:
- U.S. exports accounted for about 25% of u.s. economic growth during the 1990s and supported about 12 million jobs;
- Jobs in exporting plants pay wages that average up to 18% more than jobs in non-exporting plants;
- Approximately one of every five factory jobs in the U.S. directly depends on trade;
- American farmers export one in three acres of their crops, and exports generate nearly 25% of farmers' gross cash sales;
- And, America's dynamic high-tech sector depends on exports. In 2003, exports of advanced technology products totaled $180 billion.
As the President has said:
The old and new democracies of the Americas share a common interest in showing every citizen of our hemisphere that freedom brings not just peace -- it brings a better life for themselves and their families.
Free and fair trade keeps us moving in the right direction.
And this conference will help in a very substantive way -- through nuts-and-bolts sessions on everything from electronic procurement to doing business in another country, and through networking opportunities that I'm certain will strengthen the strong ties that already exist between the Americas.
We are close in many ways, including one you may not know about. Back in Washington, GSA and the OAS are next-door neighbors. From our side of 18th street, we are a stone's throw from the red-brick OAS General Secretariat Building.
But it is more than proximity that connects us. We applaud the OAS commitment to democracy, and its work to promote good governance, strengthen human rights, foster peace and security, address problems caused by poverty .. And yes, to expand trade.
That includes an emphasis on smaller economies, just as our conference here this week includes sessions with public and private sector experts on contracting opportunities for small business owners.
Again, let me thank you for your attendance. All of you have important experiences and knowledge to share on your respective procurement systems. Whether your experience is from the government or private sector, the sharing of this specialized knowledge will help each of us improve our performance on the job.
Let me acknowledge:
- Our co-sponsors –
- The Organization of American States,
- And the Canadian Commercial Corporation;
- GSA's federal agency partners:
- The U.S. Small Business Administration,
- The Department of Homeland Security,
- The Department of Housing and Urban Development,
- The Department of Defense,
- The Environmental Protection Agency,
- The Office of Management and Budget,
- The U.S. Air Force and Coast Guard,
- The U.S. Army – Defense Contracting and Field Support,
- And U.S. Space and Missile Defense.
I would also like to thank:
- The GSA industry partners who are represented today, including the Coalition for Government Procurement, and the Professional Services Council;
- The private sector firms here to discuss lessons learned in their dealings with the government.
- And again, the procurement officials from other governments around the Americas who have so graciously contributed their time and expertise.
All of us share the same goals: more markets for our goods, more jobs for our people, a higher standard of living and greater economic growth.
They are all goals worth pursuing.
It is my hope that you will use this conference to advance those goals, to strengthen old relationships, and to make new friends.
I think we're off to a good start.
Thank you very much.


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Which Black Comedienne Would You Cast On 'SNL'? [VIDEO]
'Saturday Night Live' is finally getting serious about adding more color to their cast. Some seriously talented black female comediennes are up for auditions next week. Check out who is being considered for a role and vote for your favorite!
In the 38 years 'SNL' has been on the air, the series has only had four black female castmembers: Yvonne Hudson (1980-81), Danitra Vance (1985-86), Ellen Cleghorne (1991-95) and Maya Rudolph (2000-2007).
In a world where we have a black First Lady and pop culture is defined by Scandal, Rihanna, Oprah, Nicki Minaj and Beyonce, 'SNL' NEEDS a black female comedienne on the show. Back in October, they said the reason there aren't any black girls on the show is because they aren't any ready for a leading role!
That theory was proved wrong last week when plenty of capable black female comediennes were showcased in a pre-audition. And on Monday, about 10 women will audition in the NYC studio! The network says they WILL add one of these ladies to the cast in 2014.
Who would YOU like to see as a lead cast member of 'Saturday Night Live'?
Bresha Webb — Love That Girl
Tanisha Long
Gabrielle Dennis — BET's The Game
Amber Ruffin
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Vote… and Vote Early.
The First Lady is a tough act to follow.
I hope you've had a chance to watch her video message that OFA New Mexico released yesterday. But even if you've already seen the First Lady's video, Mrs. Obama's message on the importance of voting early bears repeating.
Starting at 8:00 AM this morning, voters here in the Land of Enchantment began casting some of the very first ballots of the presidential election in the West.
At county clerk facilities in all 33 of New Mexico's counties, early voting has now begun. You can find out where you can vote at http://vote.barackobama.com.
The President's supporters got up at the crack of dawn to get out the vote in Sandoval County.
Hopefully, you're planning on voting early today. But, if not, here are seven good reasons to cast your ballot before November 6th:
1. Convenience. In New Mexico, you can cast a no-excuse, in-person absentee ballot at county clerk offices (or annexes) in any county starting today. Simply put, all you need to do is show up at the county clerk's office (or annex) and VOTE. From October 20th to November 3rd, you can early vote at even more locations!
Plus, there's no need to present a photo ID if you've voted in a federal election in New Mexico before, or, if you registered to vote in person.
2. Peace of Mind. What if you get sick on November 6th? What if your car breaks down? What if you have a family emergency? What if you win the lottery and decide to take a trip around the world? The earlier you plan to vote, the less likely it is that something will get in the way of you casting your ballot.
3. Stickers. Who can wait 28 days for their "I Voted" sticker?
4. Lines. Don't like lines? You're less likely to have to wait in one if you vote early.
5. New Mexico Pride. Our state starts voting before Colorado, Nevada or any other state in the West. What we do between now and Election Day will help write the headlines going into Election Day.
6. It's important. In 2008, early voting provided the margin of victory for President Obama in many states. If you want to keep moving America forward, early voting is one of the best ways you can help.
7. Voting Early Saves Precious Volunteer Time. When you vote early, you take yourself off the list of voters who need to be called or canvassed, allowing volunteers to focus on the voters who can't possibly vote early.
So there you have it. Voting early is easy. It's fun. And it helps the President and Democrats across the board.
Our future starts today. Vote early.
Fired up and ready to vote? Head to http://vote.barackobama.com to find your polling location and more…


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LABIENIEC-L ArchivesArchiver > LABIENIEC > 2007-02 > 1171851819
From: "Chandra" <>
Subject: Re: [LABIENIEC] more obits for Labieniec
Date: Sun, 18 Feb 2007 20:23:39 -0600
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Do you know who Rosalie's parent's are? This mentions a brother Lucian, but
the other siblings don't match up to Lucian J. I don't remember seeing a
Rosalie Labieniec on any of the early records. She would have been born
about 1919.
Looking forward to working together to figure out these various Labieniecs
and our connections to them!
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Sent: Saturday, February 17, 2007 10:33 PM
Subject: Re: [LABIENIEC] more obits for Labieniec
>I thought I would post a few more obits for the Labieniec family.
> Rosalie B. (Labieniec) Andruszkiewicz
> ANDRUSZKIEWICZ, Rosalie B. (Labieniec) Rosalie B. (Labieniec)
> Andruszkiewicz, 87, died (May 25, 2006) at Cape Regency in Centerville,
> Mrs. Andruszkiewicz was born in New Britain, CT, married and raised her
> family there. She worked in the office of Corbin Screw during World War
> and also at Pratt & Whitney in Southington. She later became a word
> processing operator with Aetna Insurance Co. in Hartford. She and her
> husband Charles moved, from Kensington, to Cape Cod in 1990. They had
> celebrated their 65th Wedding Anniversary on May 10th of this year. She
> loved being with her family and enjoyed bowling, reading, crossword
> puzzles
> and was an avid Red Sox fan. Survivors include her loving husband Charles
> Andruszkiewicz; devoted daughters, Mrs. Carolyn DiPinto of South Yarmouth,
> MA and Ms. Patricia Pajor of West Yarmouth, MA; seven grandchildren and
> their spouses; as well as 16 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and
> nephews. She was predeceased by a sister, Mary Zablocki, and three
> brothers,
> Joseph, Lucien and Stanley Labieniec. A memorial service will be held, on
> Wednesday, June 14, at 12 noon, at the St. Jerome Church, New Britain, CT.
> Burial will follow in Sacred Heart Cemetery. Family and friends may gather
> to remember Rosalie on Wednesday morning before the service, from
> 9:30-11:30
> a.m., at the New Britain Memorial/Sagarino Funeral Home, 444 Farmington
> Ave,
> New Britain, CT. (Funeral Home Directions, I-84, take a right at Exit #37,
> 1
> 1/2 miles on your right.) Please visit our on line memorial at
> www.mem.com.
> --------------
> Record-Journal (Meriden, CT) - February 14, 2003
> Deceased Name: Lucian J. Labieniec
> SOUTHINGTON - Lucian J. Labieniec, 83, of 57 Birchcrest Drive, died
> Tuesday,
> Feb. 11, 2003 at home. He was the husband of Anna (Bak) Labieniec. Born in
> New Britain on Jan. 7, 1920, he was the son of the late John and Sophie
> (Suprynowicz) Labieniec. He served in the U.S. Air Force during World War
> II. Since 1958, he has been a Southington resident and a parishioner of
> Immaculate Conception Church. He was currently employed as the director of
> operations at Aerocess Inc. in Wallingford, was formerly employed by
> Brophy
> Metal Products and had retired from Pratt & Whitney where he worked for
> over
> 30 years. He was also a member of the Falcons Club, Calendar House and the
> AARP. Besides his wife of 59 years, he is survived by two sons, Kenneth
> and
> his wife, Laurie Labieniec of Bristol, William and his wife, (Laura)
> Labieniec of East Haddam; a brother, John Labieniec of Meriden; three
> sisters, Mary Kiejko of Enfield, Helen Corrigan of Atlanta, Ga., Ceal
> DiFrancisco of Plainville; five grandchildren, Joseph, Daniel, Sarah,
> Jill,
> and Nathan Labieniec; a great-granddaughter, Dominique. He was predeceased
> by a sister, Jane Parsons; and brothers, Stanley, Edward and Henry
> Labieniec. Funeral will be Saturday 9:15 a.m. from the DellaVecchia
> Regards
> Darlene
> BC Canada
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Hello all!! It has been a little while since we have blogged on here. Christmas up in the mountains in Ramabanta was still beautiful. All of us students were happily going along with Josh and Diane waiting for Santa to come on Christmas eve and were delighted and surprised to find that Santa had brought gifts for everyone, large and small. We all ended up with a stocking filled with candy and a few trinkets. While we were all feeling a little nostalgic for our homes and traditions, the Rosenbergs welcomed us all and made us feel like one big family.
One of Josh's Christmas presents was a full sized football, versus the plastic smaller one he had been playing with. To celebrate that, about 20 of us, including Josh, Dr. Rosenberg, and Dwayne (one of our drivers) all joined in for a great game of touch football (except for Josh who wanted to be tackled). We finished out our night with a while elephant gift exchange which was full of laughs and a group of us went and caroled at the Rosenbergs door before they went to bed. The holiday spirit was felt throughout the entire group.
Today and yesterday, we were split up into two different groups. One going to a school to repair a playground and then working on a pigery while the other group went to a new preschool that needed a few repairs as well as an appearance change. When we first arrived at the "preschool", first impression was that it was just a run down shack. It was a plain building, with a broken up floor, and barely enough space to contain a class of preschoolers.
Our task was the add a paint job to make it seem more like a preschool, put in windows and a door, put in a new floor, and add a veranda to the front of the school. Looking at it now, no one could possibly imagine what it looked like before. The windows look amazing as well as the floor, painting and the veranda. All we could comment was how much it looked like a preschool now. The transformation was a confirmation of why we are here. To see how we as a group could have such a profound impact on a community reaffirms for me why I am here.
Mom, Dad, Michael, Christian, Carly, friends and family– I am alive and well. Working hard, lots of satisfaction, and enjoying this beautiful country. Can't wait to come home and celebrate Christmas with you and share my stories. I love and miss you all!!


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Billionaire investor Kirk Kerkorian makes official in a regulatory filing today an intention to increase his stake in Ford Motor Co. beyond 5.6%, but the auto maker warns investors to hold their shares until the company's board can review the offer.
The announcement by Ford reverses a sentiment the auto maker expressed yesterday, when it called Kerkorian's interest a welcome sign that its turnaround was progressing.
Kerkorian began buying Ford shares April 2 and currently holds 4.7% of the auto maker's outstanding stock. But he says in a Securities and Exchange Commission filing today his Tracinda Corp. investment group will pay $8.50 for an additional 20 million shares that will give him the 5.6% stake.
Investors must file such notices with SEC if a stock purchase pushes their investment beyond a certain threshold.
Ford says it will advise stockholders of the board's position by May 22, as required by securities laws. However, investors are free to sell their shares at any time.
Kerkorian's offer represents an estimated 13.3% premium over Ford's closing stock price of $7.50 on April 25, which was the last trading day before Tracinda announced its intention to purchase additional stock.
In the filing, Kerkorian calls Ford "an attractive investment," but the document also reveals how a major investor like Kerkorian maneuvers with high-ranking executives to gain such a massive stake.
For example, Kerkorian adviser and former Chrysler Corp. executive Jerry York met on April 4 with Ford CEO Alan Mulally and CFO Donald Leclair, according to the filing. York informed the executives during the meeting of Tracinda's interest in investing in Ford. Three weeks later, York told Leclair of Tracinda's purchase of 100 million shares of Ford stock and its intention to buy another 20 million shares.
About a week later, York spoke again with Leclair to apologize for "off-the-cuff" remarks he made to the automotive press concerning Ford's intention to sell its Volvo and Mercury brands, a claim Ford subsequently denied. York also took the opportunity to "reiterate his and Tracinda's belief in Ford management and admiration for their accomplishments."
Six days after that conversation, Tracinda representatives told Ford it would commence its offer on May 9.
Concurrent to the SEC filing, Kerkorian has placed a solicitation for additional shares in The Wall Street Journal. The solicitation expires June 9.
The move is the latest attempt by Kerkorian to take a large stake in a U.S.-based auto maker.
Last year, Tracinda made an unsuccessful $4.5 billion bid to acquire the former Chrysler Group from DaimlerChrysler AG. In 2006, the investment firm dumped its 10% stake in General Motors Corp. after attempts to create a 3-way hookup with Nissan Motor Co. Ltd. and Renault SA failed.
In a recent statement, Tracinda says its interest in Ford is due to the auto maker's performance during difficult economic conditions. "Tracinda believes that Ford management under the leadership of CEO Alan Mulally will continue to show significant improvements in its results going forward."


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NORFOLK-L ArchivesArchiver > NORFOLK > 2002-01 > 1010812534
Subject: Green of Market Weston/Barningham and East Harling
Date: Sat, 12 Jan 2002 00:15:35 EST
Greetings Listers:
With this new year I am going public again with my connections in Suffolk and
James Green and Letitia Shaw
married September, 1804 Market Weston, Suffolk
heir to
son Joseph Green
born December 1804, Market Weston
Joseph Green and Mary ? (born 1802-1803 Barningham)
married abt 1821-22 in East Harling or maybe West Harling
heir to
Mary Ann Green (born abt. 1823, East Harling) and Charlotte Green (born abt.
1833, East Harling).
Can anyone help with my Mary (nee ?) from Barningham or date of marriage for
Joseph and Mary Green?
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Emma Watson met with Malala Yousafzai in an interview posted online this week. I will let you draw your own conclusions (more sources here and here).Speaking of Malala, U.S. Presidential candidate Marco Rubio named her as someone he would like to have a beer with. The Republican Party, always with its fingers on the pulse!An interesting article about "Lithuania's Forgotten Muslim Heroes" in the Baltic Times.The Wall Street Journal has an article about barriers to voting in this week' … [Read more...]
Friday Links
When Arab Women Artists "Revisit The Harem"
Originally published here. Where does parody end and self-exoticization begin? At what point does the Arab woman artist, stepping into the so-often imagined space of "The Harem" risk pandering to an audience that seems to have a never-ending appetite for remediations of Orientalist artwork? Lebanese photographer Rania Matar's wonderful and insightful A Girl in Her Room series (capturing teenage girls in their most sacred space, the bedroom) includes some photographs that are clearly posed to m … [Read more...]
When Bridging Between Cultures Doesn't Help
Responding to a question on the potential of art to transform at Jewish Book Week last year, Palestinian-Israeli writer Sayed Kashua commented: "Sometime people talk about culture and literature and art as something that can connect people together…to bridge between cultures. I hate bridging between cultures. It should be tunnels."I was reminded of Kashua's undercutting of too-easy attempts to celebrate the transformative potential of art by the recent revelation of a 3D cartoon which hopes t … [Read more...]
"Allah Makes Muslims, Allah Makes Queers": A Interview with Terna Tilley-Gyado of Coming Out Muslim
Coming Out Muslim: Radical Acts of Love is a storytelling performance that highlights the experiences of LGBT Muslims. While I was aware of Coming Out Muslim, I did not realise that one of the people behind the project is a West African Muslimah. I was connected with Terna Tilley-Gyado through a mutual friend Mikael Owunna and I am honoured to have had this interview with her.Anike: Please introduce yourself.Terna Tilly-Gyado: My name is Terna. I am a healer, artist, educator, and … [Read more...]
Marilyn Monroe in a Burqa: Commentary or Cliché?
Walking home recently, I rounded the corner from my apartment and noticed a poster that was banal and startling at the same time. I had previously written about the (mis)use of images of Muslim-looking women by Dutch non-profit organisations as an attention-grabbing device, which may or may not be related to the actual work being promoted. Here was another prime example: a film festival poster showing a pair of female legs and high heels peeking out under a blue burqa, blown about above a vent à … [Read more...]
The Syrian Trojan Women
On the 18th of December, the Syrian Trojan Women project staged a production of Euripides' tragedy The Trojan Women with a cast of Syrian refugee actors and crew in Amman. Their reinterpretation of this 2000-year-old play traces the parallels between the fates of the women of Troy and contemporary Syrian women refugees fleeing the violence in their country.As the project is described on the website: "Euripides' The Trojan Women is set at the fall of Troy. It is about the fate of the def … [Read more...]
Dance Is How I Get Close to God: An Interview with Dancer and Upcoming Actress Isha Farha
Born into a family where art is a compulsion, Isha Farha started learning dance at the age of three from her mother, Kalamandalam Haseena. She is now adept in various Indian dance forms, including Bharathnatayam , Mohiniyattam, and Kuchipudi. She won the title of Kalathilakam in 2008 for excellence in the field of Bharathnatyam, Mohiniyattam, Kuchipudy, folkdance, one-act play and storytelling. She is the founder of the dance teaching institute Bharatha Bharathi.An engineer by profession, … [Read more...]


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It's that time of year when we count down to New Times'Best of Miami 2012 issue in June. Until then, Short Order will serve up 100 of our favorite dishes in the 305. If you have any nominations of your own, please send them to firstname.lastname@example.com.
Courtesy of CVI.CHE 105
44. Seafood Orgy at CVI.CHE 105
The name says it all: This isn't just a mix of raw seafood -- cubes of fish are "cooked" in a lime juice blend that chef Juan Chipoco calls "tiger milk" and mixed with a varied selection of whatever the freshest seafood in the kitchen may be -- usually shrimp, octopus, and squid.
The marinade makes the fish so tender it dissolves in your mouth. The tiger milk is what makes CVI.CHE 105 stand out among the litter of lookalikes in downtown Miami. Don't be surprised to find yourself dipping any food left on your table into the sauce. The main-course portion ($13.95) sits on a bed of lettuce and comes with traditional Peruvian sides of sweet potato and imperial maize.
100 Favorite Dishes
45. Rio Acai Bowl at Apple A Day
46. Aji Amarillo Ceviche at My Ceviche
47. Lunch Boat Special at Benihana
48. Victoria Station at The News Lounge
50. Gnocchi "Romana" at Cecconi's
51. Minuta at La Camaronera's The Fish Box
52. Carolina Piggie Platter at Austen's
53. Salted Lime Pie at the Dutch
54. Chicken Parmesan at Vesper
55. Cheese Plate at The Cheese Course
56. Egg Salad BLT at The Daily Creative Food Co.
57. Strawberry Pie at Fireman Derek's World Famous Pies
58. Pork Belly and Clams at Pubbelly Sushi
59. Poached Duck Breast at Rusty Pelican
60. Bacon and Blue at Ms. Cheezious
61. Spicy Scallop Roll at Toni's Sushi Bar
62. Chicken Tikka Masala at Bombay Darbar
63. Empanadas at Go-Go Fresh Food Cafe
64. Gabby's D'Lorean Burger and Tots at the Filling Station and Garage Bar
65. Pear Apple at The Federal
66. Carne Asada Fajitas at Cinco Cantina & Tequila Bar
67. Tres Leches at Havana 1957
68. Corn Bread at Peoples Barbecue
69. Truffle Artichoke Soup at Villa Mayfair
70. Portobello Mushroom Sandwich at the Café at Books & Books
71. Grilled Wings at Shuckers Bar & Grill
72. Turkey and Prosciutto With Fresh Mozzarella at La Sandwicherie
73. Creamy Tahini With Hummus at Broken Shaker
75. Brie Mozzarella Sticks at the Local
76. Paleta de Elote at La Michoacana Paleteria
77. Strawberry Fields Roll at I Love Sushi
79. Pork Rillettes at Buena Vista Deli
80. Chicken Fricassee at Le Bouchon Du Grove
82. Wagyu Gunkan at SushiSamba Dromo
83. Grilled Tiger Prawns at Mare Nostrum
85. Porchetta Sandwich at Salumeria 104
86. Nitro Ice Cream at Haven Gastro-Lounge
87. Red Burger at Red Restaurant
88. Carnitas Torta at Mercadito's Taqueria
89. Bone Marrow Ropa Vieja at Eating House
90. Mushroom-Crusted Grouper at the River Seafood & Oyster Bar
91. Crispy Pork and Onion Salad at Hiro's Yakko-San
92. Moqueca Brazileira at Pearl Restaurant & Lounge
93. Corvina at Edge Steak and Bar
94. Spiked Frrrozen Hot Chocolate at Serendipity 3
95. Egg Custard Tart With Black Truffles at Philip Ho
96. Soft Pretzels at Mister Collins
97. Serrano Ham Croquettes at Crazy About You
98. The Elena Ruth Sandwich at Sergio's
99. Chow Fun at Chow Down Grill
100. Grilled Artichoke at Peacock Garden Cafe
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My car, 2006 X3 is pulling to the left (RHD car) and although i paid for an alignment last week when i got new tyres it actually felt worse than when i dropped it off, pulling more to the left, my feeling is that the alignment was not done at all and when i asked about what they did they claimed BMW don't let you adjust the wheels and its difficult to align and he then changed around my front wheels so my directional tyres are now back to front as a solution!
Well guess what my car is still pulling to the left and im putting in a charge back on my credit card for this BS wheel alignment.
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BMW's are more challenging to align than many other cars but there are provisions to align all four corners. In my opinion they are best left to the dealer as many places don't like to screw with the trouble to set the camber and tow of the rear wheels. Dealers are used to it. The rears take a special socket as well.
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GlassBuild Proves to Be Big Event Once Again
September 12, 2007
Meetings & Events
Continued strength in the commercial market and an influx of international exhibitors helped GlassBuild America: The Glass, Window & Door Expo set new records in September. Window and door manufacturers made their way to the Atlanta event as well, despite weak demand in the residential market, with many focused on finding new options to add to their lines and opportunities to lower manufacturing costs.
Exceeding expectations, about 9,500 glass and window and door industry professionals came to the Georgia World Congress Center for the three-day show, according to the National Glass Association, the event organizer (and publisher of Window & Door). "We saw a boost in attendance from glass dealers and distributors and contract glazing companies, while the residential window and door dealer and manufacturer numbers held steady with previous years, even with the challenging market conditions in that segment," says Denise Sheehan, vice president of industry events for NGA. "The attendance overall exceeded our original estimates and that was a very pleasant surprise."
The largest event in GlassBuild history, the show floor featured an all-time high of 537 exhibiting companies. That total included 160 international exhibitors and 130 first-time exhibiting companies, both record highs. More than 50 countries were represented around the aisles, with traditionally large contingents from Germany and Italy joined this year by a growing number of Chinese firms. Also noteworthy within the window and door segment were several equipment suppliers from Turkey, which made their debut this year.
Given today's market, not many window and door manufacturers may be ready to make big investments in new machines, but still a sizeable number of fabricators were looking at the equipment on display in Atlanta. Window equipment suppliers at the show reported buyers are looking for ways to come out of the current slump better positioned to grow, with needs ranging from simple machines like saws to more complex automated equipment aimed to increase productivity.
Carlson Systems, Stürtz Machinery, Urban Machinery, Elumatec, Atech, Billco, Lisec and other suppliers on the floor opted to bring some of their simpler machinery, noting that customers are looking to replace basic equipment like saws, sealant applicators and IG production pieces on the heels of years of high output during the housing boom of 2004 and 2005. For those seeking technological advances, the suppliers brought more automated options as well.
The baseline models are attractive for those who are looking to enter the market, said Wes Schneekloth, Carlson's regional sales manager. "While the market is slow, some people are trying to break into the business so they're looking for start-up equipment."
Still, sluggish market or not, the industry continues to move into the future when it comes to automation and technology, said Kevin Schrock, national sales team manager for Elumatec USA. "The industry as a whole is coming around to more and more automation," he said. "For a long time, we'd just throw more people at a problem. Now, with wages, insurance and difficulty in hiring, [producers] have decided to spend money on machines."
Stürtz Machinery dedicated a significant portion of its booth to a double set-up of its compact welding and cleaning line for sash. Two of these machines set up as mirror images of each other are configured to be loaded by a single operator with minimal movement. The goal is to produce more frames more consistently, said the company's Mike Biffl. "This technology provides precision," he notes. "For customers looking for more automation, this gives them the quality they're looking for."
For those companies that have slowed down, some are taking the breather period as an opportunity to clean house and replace tired equipment. "Because production is slow, [manufacturers] actually have the time to replace equipment without bottlenecks," Carlson's Schneekloth noted.
Atech Machine used GlassBuild to tout its new relationship with Turkish equipment producer Murat Machine—featuring an automated four-point welder in its booth. As its customer base grows, Atech wants to be able to meet their expanding needs, says Murat Cil, vice president. "We are adding the new upscale equipment to capture some of the market at the high end," he continued. "We started with traditional equipment, but as our customers grow, they might want a four-point welder and a higher technological level."
Automated IG lines continue to be in big demand as more companies adopt warm-edge spacer technology, according to Edgetech IG's Larry Johnson. The company wasn't showcasing lines in its own booth, but could point to several equipment manufacturers on the floor with automated Super Spacer application lines on display, including Bystronic, Forel and Lisec. In addition to its core competencies in warm edge technology, Edgetech also showed its Eco Coat glass and window protection product, E-Z Rad muntin starburst station, and Form8tor vinyl bending machine.
Truseal Technologies highlighted the energy efficiency focus of its Dura platform, touting a new "Envirosealed Windows" logo and marketing campaign for manufacturers that use the Duraseal system. Rather than number crunching U-values and R-values, the Envirosealed initiative focuses on the reduction of carbon dioxide outputs, and in particular, how windows can contribute to increased efficiency. "In this business environment, customers are really looking to tell a story to their dealers that's simple, clear and has an impact," said Gus Coppola, president. "When the playing field is leveled, people are looking for different ways to get to the next higher level."
Supporting Truseal's program, as well as other flexible spacer systems, Lisec's display included in its floorplan a compact version of its flexible IG spacer line, targeting smaller customers looking to pick up a warm edge spacer applicator that claims a smaller footprint in the factory.
Haeco highlighted its new Versa-Glaze 1500, which uses linear servo controls to consistently provide a uniform bead of sealant as the operator slides the profile along a smooth-top table. "What this allows, especially for people getting into wet glazing, is that they can do it at a low cost," explained Brandon Rediger, marketing manager. "It also allows for consistent application on specialty shapes, which is a really unique niche."
Billco Manufacturing featured a prototype of its new Titan glass washer, scheduled to make it to the market in the first quarter of next year. Representing a complete re-design of the company's washer, the model was engineered with easy maintenance in mind, including features like stainless steel panels, individual brush motors for improved part life, and quick-change plastic bearings. "Pretty much everything in there is designed for maintenance," said Billco's Danielle Allemang.
Bystronic and Lisec demonstrated their automated warm-edge IG lines, as well as other glass processing equipment.
"It's still very good for us to show our capabilities for the IG sector," said Manfred Lesiak, Lisec's marketing and event manager. Its compact applicator is designed to work with various products. "For sure, the demand is growing," he noted, pointing to flexible warm edge spacer systems from suppliers like Edgetech and Truseal.
Aside from replacing necessary equipment, suppliers are reporting that customers are looking also to upgrade their production capabilities in an effort to reduce costs. With pinched sales, cost-saving equipment can offset some of the effects of the current environment, said Rick Wilson, product line manager for Winpro. "We're seeing more and more people making their own screens, muntins and even vinyl stiffeners," he reported. "There's a lot of interest in the industry, especially among the bigger manufacturers, to bring these processes in-house."
GED Integrated Solutions focused on ways for manufacturers to stand out in the current crowd, highlighting its new SmartWeld i-3 line for vinyl frames and NxWare Look-Ahead glass optimization software as part of its i3 equipment system. As some manufacturers are holding back on big-dollar equipment purchases, features like the look-ahead technology, and the savings it brings, make it easier to justify the investment. "People are looking for something to give them a leg up in this market," said GED's Pete Chojnacki.
Carlson displayed in its booth primarily foreign-made equipment, hoping to convey to attendees that American-designed, Chinese-made machinery carries with it cost benefits. "For the longest time, everything we heard from the industry is that Chinese equipment is inferior," explained Schneekloth. "The reason we're doing this is because it's American-designed and we're showing them that it's rugged, durable. It's heavy duty, just like American-made equipment, but it's made overseas."
Other American and foreign producers from Italy, Germany, and this year Turkey, also talked up their national and international pride, noting that domestic headquarters provide customers with the service and support they would expect.
GlassBuild featured a wide variety of new product introductions—one of the most unique being the WISP (window integrated storm protection) system developed by vinyl extruder Veka Inc. and garage door maker Wayne Dalton. An alternative to impact windows, the system combines a standard vinyl window installed into a vinyl receptor, which incorporates a Wayne-Dalton's impact-resistant Fabric Shield that rolls up into the receptor frame when not in use. Said to be cost competitive with impact windows, the system provides a higher level of water resistance under storm conditions, explained Veka's Steve Dillon.
The system can be operated manually, but is also available with electronic features to operate via remote or even the Internet, noted Fred Higgins of Wayne-Dalton. The technology, adapted from electronic systems developed for the firm's garage door openers, enables people to operate the shutters and prepare for a storm, even if they don't live full-time in a home.
The show featured several other vinyl extruders with new products. Deceuninck North America was showing its latest generation impact window design. The company's Phil Morton reported increasing demand from fabricators for such products. Code requirements are one reason, he noted, but a number of vinyl window makers see growth opportunities in selling higher performance and new capabilities for sound control and enhanced security.
Mikron Industries used the show to highlight color capabilities for its vinyl products, but also featured a new replacement version of its composite window design. Also targeting vinyl fabricators was Royal Mouldings, which was featuring several new trim packages designed to create a variety of enhanced looks on windows. Royal's Kaye Evans said the complete packages make it simpler for fabricators to offer these upsell options.
As usual, the show produced a number of hardware introductions. Interlock, once based in New Zealand but now headquartered in the U.S., has been developing custom hardware for a number of here. It made its North American show debut featuring a new automatic lock incorporating a magnet to engage automatically, even when the window isn't closed in a perfectly aligned position, according to the supplier's Steve Gledhill. The lock, which can be used in hung and slider windows, is also unique in that it is placed not on the top of the sash rail, but on the vertical face.
Automatic sash locks continue to attract interest from more vinyl window manufacturers, said Dan Gray of Roto Frank of America, which was also showing a new automatic sash lock. It's a feature that consumers see a real benefit to, he noted. "They know how often they close the window and then forget to lock it." Other suppliers showcasing new automatic sash locks included Ultra Hardware and Vision Industries.
Coming from England, Mighton Products was showing a number of new products targeted at high-end wood window manufacturers. Designed to provide higher security and enhanced energy performance in a traditional wood look, the supplier's EcoTilt system conceals non-wood parts and provides full tilt functionality. The company has found a niche in the North American market already with its Fenestrator, noted the firm's Richard Papa. Targeted at seniors and others that may have a hard time opening a hung window, the hardware provides an option to add a crank operator to wood, aluminum and vinyl products.
Ashland Hardware Systems and Truth Hardware continued to promote their hung window systems combining locking and tilt latching operations through the sash lock. Ashland also displayed a new casement hardware system designed to provide higher water resistance with a watertight, O-ring seal technology integrated within the operator. The new system's multipoint lock is designed to provide better pull-in of the sash when closing the window. Truth was featuring a new finish offering the popular look of oil-rubbed bronze at a lower cost.
Preferred Engineering Products continues to expand its line of retractable screen products and window hardware, highlighting new window designs that not only incorporate retractable insect screens, but also retractable solar screens. A third option is a retractable blackout fabric, where further light control might be desired. One of the company's customers is already selling the solar screen product in the Texas market where it is being well received by homeowners, reported Preferred's David Goldenberg.
Manufacturers had an opportunity to review several new software products in Atlanta. FeneTech was showing its new WebCenter, a standalone online sales package for window manufacturers. "The start of FeneVision was on the shop floor," said Ron Crowl, president. "Now we're extending it all the way through the supply chain."
WTS Paradigm promoted its new TrackPoint software module integrating with inventory and materials management with the company's CenterPoint and MasterPoint applications. The system tracks materials across multiple locations with support for item transfers, material labeling, purchase order creation and forecasting.
TDCI was showing the recently released BuyDesign Version 5.0, designed to make the quoting process even faster, and incorporating some aesthetic improvements. Also on display was its new visual selling system developed for Therma-Tru Doors, designed to allow consumers to look at various styles and options in a variety of home types and styles.
In the Wakefield Equipment booth, software developer Opticut Technologies was demonstrating a new system designed to ease the grid fabrication process. It consists of a special projector placed above a table that takes the computer drawing from a window order and projects the grid pattern down onto the table to scale.
New exhibitors with new products at the Atlanta show included Plastic Technology, which showed its InnoFoam, an extruded polyethylene product designed as an alternative to corrugated cardboard in packaging windows and doors. Texas-based Luna Piena came to show its new TableauxIG, a decorative composite material offering the look of wrought iron at a significantly lighter weight.
Serving the entire flat glass industry, GlassBuild America featured a wide variety of other products and equipment. Commercial window manufacturers, such as Efco, Kawneer, Quaker and Traco were well represented, as were numerous suppliers of architectural glass, such as Viracon and Oldcastle. AFG Glass came to the show under its new AGC corporate banner. Looking around the aisles, one of the more interesting glass products on display was from Moag Glass & Mirror, which featured a large piece of glass with a video display built into it.
As noted, there was a large influx of first-time Chinese exhibitors at the event. Among these companies were a few suppliers of window and door industry products, including screens, hardware and door slabs, but the majority appeared to be targeting the architectural glass market. A handful also featured glass fabricating equipment.
In addition to the trade show floor, the show featured daylong educational forums, seminars, live demonstrations, the debut of the Auto Glass Pavilion, and an appearance by NASCAR legend Rusty Wallace. A special Microsoft truck offered attendees a look at the software provider's latest products also.
Window & Door will feature a Best of GlassBuild America report in our November issue, highlighting some of the most noteworthy introductions at the show. For more detailed GlassBuild product coverage, visit www.windowanddoor.com.
Next year, GlassBuild America is scheduled for October 6-8, when it returns to Las Vegas. More information is available at www.GlassBuildAmerica.com.


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Labiaplasty Q&A
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1 week post op Labiaplasty, I have an infection. Is it healing right? (photos)
I am 24 years old. i recently had a labiaplasty, wedge method. I had the surgery a week ago today. After the operation i was told everything went very... READ MORE
6 days ago post. The swelling has subsided a little. There's a build up of something on the stitches. Is this normal? (Photo)
I have been showering daily and using ointment on the stitches 2 times a day. Yesterday was my last day using ointment. I haven't tried to look at the... READ MORE
What is this yellow stuff along my labia minora 6 days post op labiaplasty? (Photo)
6 days post op labiaplasty and I have this yellow thick chicken fat feeling stuff along my labia minora where I'm assuming the incision was made. I... READ MORE
7 days post op Labiaplasty of trimming method, I have a yellow discharge. Is this normal? What could be the cause? (photo)
I saw my surgeon today & told him about a yellow discharge. He said it may be a yeast infection & gave me Levoxin500mg tablets. I started oral... READ MORE
White stuff on suture line after labiaplasty. Is this normal?
I had labiaplasty a little over 2 wks ago and this wk I've noticed some thick white substance on the suture line and what looks like some scabbing too... READ MORE
Is it normal to have extreme itching and white chunky vaginal discharge after a labiaplasty?
I had a labiaplasty on Jan. 26th. I am having this ridiculous itchiness that is driving me crazy! I also have thick white chunks inside the vaginal... READ MORE
I Am 1 Wk Post Surgery Yesterday Wednesday 5-16. I'm Having Liquidy Discharge, Not Foul Smelling or Color Change. is It Normal?
I Am 1 Wk Post Surgery Yesterday Wednesday 5-16. I'm Having Liquidy Discharge, Not Foul Smelling or Color Change. is It Normal? Labia minor... READ MORE
Laser labiaplasty: yellow stuff on stitches and white discharge. Infection? (photos)
Help doctors! 6th day post inner labia reduction (laser), worse than day 4/5. Have yellow stuff on stitches/incision, is it pus=infected? Picture 1 is... READ MORE
2 days post op Labiaplasty, I have major swelling, bruising, and puss. Is this normal?
It has been two days since my left labial reduction and I have severe swelling, bruising, and yellow discharge coming from the left side.is this normal? READ MORE
I'm 3 days post op of a labiaplasty. I have noticed a slight discharge and one side is more swollen. Is this normal? (Photo)
No odor still very swollen and purple....after my first bm since the surgery and I noticed a discharge not yellow more white and watery....also one... READ MORE
Labiaplasty 4 weeks out - should it look like this? (photo)
I had labia minor reduction surgery on both sides 4 weeks ago and have had major complications, a UTI and 2 yeast infections (I've visited my surgeon... READ MORE
Labiaplasty 2 weeks ago. Does it look infected? (Photo)
I seen my surgeon 3 days ago and she said all was healing well but today I noticed something around my clitoras that looks like and infection. Also... READ MORE
I had labiaplasty 1 week ago and the doctor cut them completely off instead of trimming. What can I do?
What will happen to the in side of my vagina as it looks(and only if my legs are spread pretty wide) that it may be to open like labia kept it a... READ MORE
Is my enlarged labia minora causing me excessive itching?
I have a size discrepancy between my labia minora--the left is at least double the size of the right. It is also purple in color, so it looks more... READ MORE
I have brown discharge 5 days after labiaplasty. Is this normal? (photos)
Had wedge labiaplasty on Friday. Took anti-yeast pills before during and after, been on anti-biotics. There is still significant swelling and I had... READ MORE
Stinky odor after labiaplasty. Why?
Hello. This is nasty but after labiaplasty (got it done 2 days ago) I have a strong foul odor down there. It smells really bad. 1) Why, 2) is it... READ MORE
I am 17 days post and have like this weird whitish discharge looking cream around my stitches. (Photo)
I didn't have this the first couple of days and them suddenly it started to occur. I have been cleaning with hydrogen peroxide and q-tips. I don't... READ MORE
10 months post labiaplasty - Heavier vaginal discharge the past few months. Is there any correlation?
I'm about 10 months post labiaplasty. I've noticed a much heavier, watery, vaginal discharge with almost "extra moisture" down there. As silly as it... READ MORE
1 week post Labiaplasty and Vaginoplasty, I have white discharge and pinkish, red bleeding . Is this normal?
I had labiaplasty trim method done one week ago. Just wanted to see if it looks like I'm healing OK? (Photo)
I had Labiaplasty trim method done one week ago. Just wanted to see if it looks like I'm healing ok? I have some discharge at the moment and feels a... READ MORE