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When it's time to throw a VIP party, Miller & Smith knows how to do it in style! We celebrated the kick off of Upper West at One Loudoun last week with influencers and the Miller and Smith team -- and I was thrilled to be the host for the night.
We gathered in the Upper West experience center -- which is absolutely gorgeous. If you want to get a feel for what the new development has to offer, pop in and get a feel for yourself. It's located right around the corner from Matchbox. Mary Cochran gave us a tour of the space and a quick rundown of what the new designs will bring to the community.
Upper West is an ultra-luxury community that marries urban and suburban lifestyles in Virginia's Downtown One Loudoun. Just 51 of the 69 massive Upper West homes are still on the market. Prices start in the mid $800s, however many of the 18 already sold homes fetched above $1 million, making Upper West one of the top-selling addresses in Virginia.
Homes at Upper West measure 4,300 square feet over four levels and include luxury details like private elevators, connoisseur kitchens with dual islands, ten foot ceilings, top-of-the-line appliances, automated in-home systems and 400-square-foot rooftop pied-à-terres with views of the community's Central Park and the Blue Ridge Mountains.
Upper West is currently offering pre-model pricing and incentives, and model homes will be ready to tour later this summer. To sign up for a preview visit the property's website here, or contact Mary Cochran by email at email@example.com or by phone at 703-858-0600.
A few days ago, I popped into Waxing the City Alexandria to meet the owner, Laura, and to find out what all the hype was about. If you haven't yet been -- Waxing the City is one of the hottest new businesses in Northern Virginia.
When you enter a Waxing the City studio, you know you're somewhere special. A quick look around reveals a modern, edgy, and upscale interior. From the vibrant reception area to the comforting treatment rooms, it's clear that Waxing the City is all about you.
I'm not going to lie... I usually get my brows waxed at my nail salon in a cold, blank room with maybe not the cleanest equipment. I was missing out. That is absolutely NOT what you'll find at Waxing the City. From a super clean space to the friendly, knowledgable cerologists, I was beyond impressed with the service I received. In fact, after getting my eyebrows waxed by Laura, I had two people compliment them -- and the look so good, that one women asked if I had gotten them microbladed!
If you missed our $100 gift card giveaway for Mother's Day, don't worry! Everyone is a winner :) First time customers receive 50% off any service at the Alexandria location. To pick up a gift card for Mother's Day or to make an appointment, call: (703) 548-8888 or book online.
Waxing the City is located at 2727 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA 22301. For more information, visit: http://www.waxingthecity.com.
If you missed our live video, check it out below for a tour of the studio and behind the scenes with Laura.
Summer 2017 is almost here! If you're like me, you're already looking for camps and activities to keep your kids entertained this summer. We've compiled a list of our favorite local summer camps in Northern Virginia for you to check out and sign up for!
Adventure Links
Founded in 1997 by Anna and Austin Birch, Adventure Links at Hemlock Overlook Regional Park has been a trusted leader in summer camps, outdoor education, team building, and more for 20 years. From day camps with convenient pickup locations around Northern Virginia to our residential sleepaway camps and traveling teen expeditions, summer camp at Adventure Links is the perfect outdoor adventure for kids and teens ages 7-17. Activities include a high ropes course, zip line, kayaking, caving, rock climbing, sailing, and much more. Register today and find your adventure!
Stage Door Dance Studio
True as it can be! Join us this summer for Stage Door Dance Studio's summer camps. Choose from three exciting themes, Beauty and the Beast, Trolls or Moana. All ages (3 to 10) are welcome to participate in a week of dance, crafts, games and music. If you are interested, it is easy to sign up online at StageDoorDanceStudio.com and there is no deadline! The camps will run from July 17th through August 4th. If you're looking for a camp where your children can learn, play and most of all, have fun, sign up today!
TIC Summer Camp
Celebrating 35 years, TIC Summer Camp is the premier technology & sports day camp in the DC area. Not just your average computer camp, TIC offers a half day of sports for a good mind and body balance to the technology half of the day. Kids come to TIC not just to explore technology, but for personal attention (4:1 teaching ratio), excitement, choice, and creativity rarely found elsewhere. Ages 7-16. Enroll: https://ticcamp.campbrainregistration.com/. Locations in DC, VA, MD. For more information, contact: email@example.com.
Pickwick Players: Summer Drama Camp
The Pickwick Players present their 10th annual Summer Drama Camp for children ages 7 - 13. July 31st thru August 10th at the Old Stone School in Hillsboro,, VA, 9:30 am - 1 pm, weekdays. Students learn and develop the basics of stage performance as they prepare the production "Annie, Jr." in a warm, supportive and encouraging environment. Instruction and direction provided by experienced directors and counselors. A fun and rewarding experience for beginning through seasoned actors! For more information please contact, email@example.com or find more info at thepickwickplayers.com.
The Art League's Summer Art Camp
The Art League's Summer Art Camp provides children ages 5-12 with a wonderful introduction to several forms of visual art. In our basic artcamp, each day brings a new project that may include drawing, painting, printmaking, or sculpture. Art Camps run from Monday to Friday and have a varied curriculum from week to week with various instructors. Our specialty camps, like Drawing Camp or Painting Camp, focus on immersion in one particular medium. All materials are provided.
Week-long intensives and one-day workshops are offered throughout the summer for teens ages 12 and up. Learn more at theartleague.org/content/art_camp.
Evergreen Sportsplex
Evergreen Sportsplex offers two camp programs designed to engage and challenge your campers in sports, art and adventure!
Their week long Summer Multi-Sport & Exploration Camps are perfect for children, kindergarten through eighth grade, who are looking to test their multi-sport ability, learn a new skill, tap into their artistic side, and explore and learn more about nature.
Your kids can "fly" with them and register for the Adventure Park Camp! Perfect for children eight to 14 years old that want to climb, zip and test their ability on our ropes course.
Each camp is facilitated by Evergreen Sportsplex staff members who will lead your campers through their adventure course or through group activities that provide opportunities for fun and exciting age-appropriate sporting, and art challenges during the sport and exploration camp.
Their goal is to provide lasting memories and create new friendships for the active and creative child in your life! Register online by visiting http://www.evergreensportsplex.com/camps/.
Culinaria Cooking School
Register your child for summer camp at Culinaria Cooking School and give them a summer to remember! Kids and Teens will learn basic knife skills, food safety, and (in most cases) prepare and eat a meal each day. Campers receive a recipe packet, souvenir t-shirt, and certificate for the week they attend. Kids' Camp: ages 9-12. Teens Camp: ages 13-17. Located at 110 Pleasant Street, NW, Vienna, VA 22180. Register online: www.culinariacookingschool.com
The nZone
Want to give your kids the best summer ever? Send them to the nZone for camp! Visit www.thenzone.com/camps and check 'em out. We've got full-day and half-day options depending on the camp you choose. Kids love our popular full-day All Sports camp for ages 5-14 year olds from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily featuring water play days, laser tag, and more. We've got full-day basketball camp for ages 5-15 years old - no experience necessary, cheer camp for ages 6-14 years old and half-day Cooking Camp for aspiring chefs ages 6-14 years old. And for little ones, ages 2-5 years, NO POTTY TRAINING REQUIRED, every day is an adventure in our Little Stars Playschool Camp with weekly themes, water play, and lots of fun.
Questions, call 703-266-0118 or visit the web site, www.thenzone.com/camps.
On Stage
OnStage Performing Arts Collective's PAC Summer Series gives students in grades 5 – 12 the opportunity to dive into the world of musical theater. Each day students will strengthen their performance skills through engaging the concepts and techniques of acting, movement, and singing. No matter the experience level, campers will learn, grow, and be challenged!
Weeklong intensives culminate in a musical revue uniquely conceptualized by our experienced instructors. We would love to see you at the PAC! Learn more by emailing firstname.lastname@example.com or visit: onstagepac.com/summer. You can also check out On Stage on YouTube!
Michael and Son SportsPlex
Multi-Sport Camp: Bring your child to the Michael & Son Sportsplex at Dulles for a week of fun this summer. If your child enjoys sports or wants to try new sports, this is the camp for you. Your child will have a week of fun, learning, and playing sports that might include--flag football, soccer, wiffleball, volleyball, basketball, kickball, team handball and others. Ages: 6-14.
Soccer Camp: One Touch Soccer Academy summer camps offer an outstanding opportunity for boys and girls to develop and improve their soccer skills. Players will learn techniques to enhance their individual skill level from an experienced staff of coaches. Our staff will work with your player or entire team to strengthen all technical weaknesses. All-facets of soccer (dribbling, passing, receiving, shooting, and defense) will be worked on daily. Camp includes a t-shirt and a lunch from Pizza Boli's. Daily options include two slices of pizza, chicken nuggets, hot dog or chicken nuggets.
Basketball: First Step Basketball Academy was established in 1999, at the Rockville Sportsplex in Maryland. Since that time, the academy has grown to Northern Virginia and the District of Columbia. Our academy has professional coaches that will teach all the fundamentals of the game to your child at any level. We teach the fundamentals of the game but stress decision making and problem solving on the court in a practice environment. Our professional coaches are experienced with the recreational, travel and the collegiate player. We emphasize rigorous training but we never forget that basketball should be played only because it is fun.
For details and to register, please visit: www.dullessportsplex.com.
Enshin Karate
We offer a camp that keeps the children busy and entertained with lots of fun and daily field trips! Some examples of the trips we go on: Laser Tag, Moon Bounce, Outdoor and Indoor Pool, Bowling, Beach Training, and trips to the Zoo. All of these are in addition to our daily martial arts class, which is taught in a fun and safe environment. Reserve your spot early because we fill up fast: http://virginiakarate.com/summer-camp/
This Friday, Williams Sonoma will be opening a new store with a contemporary look for the brand at Mosaic District. The store will offer Williams Sonoma kitchen and food products, including a curated assortment of food from local businesses, and Williams Sonoma Home furnishings.
In celebration of the opening, the store will be hosting an event with Top Chef's Jennifer Carroll of Requin and a Trick Dog Pop Up Bar benefitting No Kid Hungry, Virginia. There will also be a Beauty and the Beast cooking class for kids following opening day, as well as a knife skills class offered on Sunday.
Williams Sonoma will offer monthly cooking technique classes and events, wedding registry and product experts, and complimentary in-home design services.
You can also enter to win $1,000 shopping spree at the new store! Sweepstakes ends April 30, 2017: www.williams-sonoma.com/mosaic
Opening Weekend Events
Friday 4/28
7pm: Grand Opening Celebration with Top Chef's Jennifer Carroll of Requin and a Pop Up of San Francisco's Trick Dog Bar benefiting No Kid Hungry Virginia
Saturday 4/29
10am: Junior Chef Class: Beauty and The Beast
12-4pm: Williams Sonoma Local- Market featuring local food Artisans
Sunday 4/30
10am: Knife Skills Workshop - Complimentary knife sharpening services will be available.
And, if you love to shop local -- the new store in Mosaic will be carrying the following local products:
Gunther's Gourmet: Gourmet sauces and salsas made with all fresh and health conscious ingredients, named after their family dog, Gunther's Gourmet donates a portion of their proceeds to the ASPCA.
Virginia Gentleman/ Rocklands BBQ And Grilling/ Ashman: Starting out as a small college town job to barbecue whole pigs, Rocklands BBQ And Grilling makes BBQ sauces of all assortments for any grilling occasion.
Loose Leaf Tea Company: Hand blended teas from the hills of Virginia, family owned and operated Loose Leaf Teas Company offers a wide variety of loose tea options.
8 Myles LLC: Unique and tasty assortment of locally crafted specialty wing sauces.
Byrd Mill: Spoon bread and grits mixes sourced and crafted locally with delicious and warm flavors.
Gordy's: Hand crafted, seasonal and organic local ingredients that come together to create uniquely flavored pickled goods with an elevated taste.
Harper Macaw Chocolates: Beautifully wrapped and tasty chocolate bars created by U.S. Marine Veteran with lofty goals to turn chocolate into a force for tropical reforestation.
Element Shrub Company: Growing in trend, shrubs from Element Shrub company can add a unique and tasty element to drinks, mocktails and everyday cooking.
Rocklands BBQ And Grilling/Ashman: Starting out as a small college town job to barbecue whole pigs, Rocklands BBQ And Grilling makes BBQ sauces of all assortments for any grilling occasion.
Dear Coco Chocolate: Award winning bean to chocolate maker focused on Fair Trade, Organic and non-gmo chocolate making. All natural bars also featuring vegan and kosher options.
Mouth Party Caramels: Delicious assorted caramels sourced and crafted locally, flavors feature, original, sea salt and Old Bay seasoned caramel.
See you there this weekend! For more details about store location and house, please visit: www.williams-sonoma.com/
Now that Spring has arrived, Fair Oaks Mall is excited to announce the arrival of the Easter Bunny. Easter Bunny will greet visitors in Bunnyville -- a three-dimensional town for kids to explore. Located on the shopping center's lower level in Grand Court West, Bunnyville features many places to visit including Hoppin' Fresh Bakery, Hare Salon and 24 Carrot Bank. The last stop along the adventure is an opportunity to visit with the Easter Bunny and have photos taken. Those who visit the Easter Bunny will receive a complimentary gift (while supplies last). This special family-friendly holiday experience is being offered exclusively at Fair Oaks through April 15th. This annual event is free for the public to attend. Photo packages may be purchased onsite.
Mark your calendars for these upcoming events:
- Sensory Bunny April 1st & 2nd from 8:30-10:30am
- Bunny Paws Sun. April 2nd 6:30-7:30pm and Sat. April 8th 8:30-9:30am
- Children's Science Center Lab Event to host free science event in Grand Court West on June 17th, 2017 from 1-4PM
- Snoopy & Belle - SNOOPY AND BELLE IN FASHION (SBIF) exhibition will be on display from June 23rd through July 16th. SBIF is a WORLD-CLASS TRAVELING EXHIBITION OF DOLLS dressed by some of the World's foremost fashion brands.
- Summer Fun Fridays – Free (1) hour entertainment for kids and their families. The event will take place every Friday in the month of August.
For more information and updates please visit http://www.shopfairoaksmall.com/events for the most up to date details of each event.
The Joint: Why I Love My Husband
guest post by Becky Rehmann
As Valentine's Day just passed, let me take a minute to brag about my husband. I'm extremely blessed, lucky, and spoiled to be married to my husband. And the fact that he's a chiropractor is a huge perk! When I have a stressful day at work or a long day with the kids...and a pounding headache, it's so convenient to married to a chiropractor! A simple spinal adjustment helps me get aligned, relieve my pain and salvage my day.
My husband has always been an entrepreneur at heart. He takes so much pride in his clinic and patients' care as a small business owner. He always knew he wanted to start his own clinic. He was initially deterred when he worked at standard insurance based chiropractic clinics. He saw the rising costs of copays for his patients and care based on insurance coverage. He was refreshed to discover The Joint Chiropractic's model that makes routine chiropractic care affordable and accessible for everyone. The Joint offers affordable memberships without insurance hassles.
The Joint Chiropractic may not be as convenient as being married to a chiropractor, but it is a close second. The Joint Chiropractic has over 350 locations nationwide and 6 locations in Northern Virginia. They are all staffed by licensed Doctors of Chiropractic. You don't need an appointment, just walk in when it's convenient for you.
Do you know what I love? When I'm traveling or away from my husband I can be seen at any of the 350+ locations. After an eight-hour car ride by myself with toddlers in a backseat, I can stop in at The Joint to get tuned up. Seriously, and they have all my exam notes. I just swipe my key tag, my info pops up on their computer and I walk to the back to get my adjustment. See what I mean, a close second!
The Joint Chiropractic (Greenbriar)
13037-B Lee Jackson Memorial Highway, Fairfax, VA 22033 | 703-996-4391
Hours: M-F 10-7, Saturday 10-4.
Dr. Jarod Rehmann, D.C. (owner and lead chiropractor)
Dr. Amir Azad, D.C. (associate chiropractor)
Membership Cost: $79/month. 4 visits per month (Cost per visit less than $20).
Our Love Rising came to be after what Shelly calls "the series of unfortunate events." She's always had an entrepreneurial spirit. She previously owned two businesses in the special events field, businesses that connected people, fed people and were emotionally evocative. "Now I write and I speak about connection and living & leading from the heart and I facilitate mind, body, spirit events and retreats for people who are ready for change or desire a richer experience of life." Shelly is motivated by human connection and emotion. "I get a buzz from people whether its having coffee with a client, telling stories on a stage or in an intimate circle on a retreat in a far away place or creating a big event like LoveFest to gather people together for a heart opening, soul touching, mojo rising experience. I love making people feel taken care of, loved, special." Shelly is hosting her next retreat at Fairfax Country Club on February 11, 2017. To RSVP for this event, please visit: www.facebook.com/ourloverising/events
Describe yourself in three words:
Passionate. Present. Persevering
What do you consider your greatest professional achievement?
I feel like my greatest professional achievement happens when someone tells me that my stories, my videos, my retreats moved them, changed them, shifted a belief in themselves, helped solve a suffering I work with families with addiction a lot inside and outside of my work. They are a silent mass. When I touch something or help something heal there, I feel I've done my part to serve a greater good.
What are your professional goals for the next six months?
My dream for the next six months:
1. To take 14 women on retreat in Mexico.
2. To be invited to speak at big events.
3. To hold heart opening weekend retreats locally.
4. To keep the Our Love Rising Journal flowing.
How does your company stay connected through social media?
Facebook: www.facebook.com/ourloverising
Twitter: www.twitter.com/ourloverising
Instagram: www.instagram.com/ourloverising
What profession other than yours would you like to attempt?
Rockstar. It might be too late for that though and I'd need a voice coach. I'd love to connect with a crowd that way.
How do you maintain a work/life balance?
Presence and Practices. I try to give my full attention to the moment I am in. I have practices that create & help maintain connection and calm. I take time every morning to connect with myself and my spirituality. That helps me from getting in overwhelm. I don't believe in multi tasking so I am present for people and my work. I do yoga and Pilates regularly. I listen to my body. I eat really well, I rest when I need it, I drink a lot of water. I connect with my inner guidance through nature and meditation. Lastly, I have boundaries around work and screen time. I don't get on my screens until after my kids go to school in the morning and shut them down when they come home from school for a few hours or for the night so that I am present.
What websites do you visit every day?
My own. www.ourloverising.com.
Yoga. www.wheelhousemindbodystudio.com.
Facebook, Instagram, Medium.
I check out Undeniable Boutique on Facebook to see if there is something that strikes my fancy.
What are your favorite people/places/things in Northern Virginia?
I adore coffee/tea/lunch/cupcakes with people, especially my kids, connecting with nature and live music, dancing and shows.
I also love yoga dates with friends. Yoga at WheelhouseMIndBody Studio or Pilates at Studio BE Pilates Cupcakes & coffee/tea at Cupcaked in Clifton.
Burke Lake when I need to officially disconnect.
True Food at Mosaic. Wolftrap for fun music, dancing and shows.
What is your goal for retirement?
I figure I have a long time to do some really good work in the world before that day comes. I guess when I retire I hope I can just dance and be silly with the people I love.
Do you have any advice for women who would like to start their own company?
Just do it.
Even when it feels hard. Even when people tell you not to or tell you it will be too hard. Even when its exhausting. Find the thing you love about it and do it for that. Delegate out the tasks that you hate or aren't all that good at. Get to know your inner guide really well and you'll always honor your true calls and be able to handle anything that rises up. Take really good care of yourself first, then take care of everything else. The healthier you are, the better able you are to represent your company, your work and yourself. Value yourself. Be Brave. Be Committed. Be Devoted. Allow for your missteps and your failures and keep course correcting. The path won't always be clear, that's when you take time to get really still and listen to your heart and your gut.
Shelly's last thought: "Share your stories. Stories work like medicine, are inspiration for others, and connect us to each other. Thank you for the opportunity to share my story and offer wisdom gained on the journey to others who are considering entrepreneurship. I believe extreme faith is the secret to a successful, happy life and only you get to define what "successful and happy" feel like."
Read Shelly's Journal: www.ourloverising.com | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | via Email
On Thursday, I joined forces with Chevrolet for an amazing opportunity to give back to our community right here in DC. My friend, Jennifer, and I took a trip downtown to meet the Chevy team at the Capital Area Food Bank -- a great non-profit that is always in need of donations, not only during the holiday season, but year-round.
We spent the morning in Costco and did some serious spending. On our list of items needed was: canned and dry beans, peanut butter, canned veggies, whole grains, pasta, cereal, canned meats, and healthy snacks. If you've never taken a flatbed cart through the checkout line... it is quite the experience. We had SO MUCH GREAT STUFF!
We loaded up the 2017 Chevrolet Cruze Hatchback with all the goodies we bought and took them back to the food bank. I'll be honest, I thought the Cruze might be a little too small to fit $1,000 worth of groceries -- especially since I planned on going bulk size at Costco! But, I was impressed with the cargo space -- and the delivery was seamless! Special thanks to Chevrolet for providing the opportunity to give back!
For information about the 2017 Chevrolet Cruze Hatchback, please visit www.chevrolet.com. For more information and details about how to get involved with the Capital Area Food Bank, please visit www.capitalareafoodbank.org.
We're hosting a PRIVATE VIP Screening of the new Will Smith movie: Collateral Beauty on Tuesday, December 6th at 7:00 p.m. at Cinemark Fairfax Corner 14 (11900 Palace Way, Fairfax, VA 22030). The movie will not be in theaters until Dec 16!
Use the following link to download your tickets: http://www.wbtickets.com/HousewivesInTheCity
Want to stay in the know about upcoming events we're hosting?
You can subscribe on our Facebook Event page: www.facebook.com/novahousewives/events.
About: When a successful New York advertising executive suffers a great tragedy, he retreats from life. While his concerned friends try desperately to reconnect with him, he seeks answers from the universe by writing letters to Love, Time and Death. But it's not until his notes bring unexpected personal responses that he begins to understand how these constants interlock in a life fully lived, and how even the deepest loss can reveal moments of meaning and beauty Written by Warner Bros.
Happy 5th birthday to the nZone in Chantilly! To celebrate, we will be giving away a 5 month membership to one of our readers ($150 value). THIS WEEK ONLY, you can sign up to be a member at nZone for ONLY $5. The nZone will also be offering all sorts of in-house promotions and giveaways when you visit their location.
If you haven't been (I'm sure you've heard everyone talk about it!), the nZone isn't just a sportsplex -- they aim for more. They provide safe, fun opportunities for athletes of all ages to develop athletic skills across a variety of sports in a family-friendly environment.
The athletic programs include, but are not limited to: adult leagues (adult dodgeball!), kids camps, classes, physical training, and wellness programs. Oh, and they even offer "Parents Night Out" events! You can find a full list of their programs on their web site.
Enter the giveaway below to win a 5 month membership to celebrate their 5th Anniversary!
The nZone is conveniently located near the Rt 28 and Rt 50 intersection in Chantilly, VA. For details or more information about The nZone, please visit www.thenzone.com.
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Online Civil Engineering Degree Programs
If you are someone who has always had the passion and interest in designing large scale construction projects like roads, tunnels, bridges, dams, and buildings, then you should seriously consider pursuing a career as a civil engineer. Civil engineering is a branch of engineering that is focused on designing structurally functional and sound structures. This is also considered as among the oldest types of engineering, so there is no doubting its necessity in a developing society. As a matter of fact, these days, more and more people are gaining interest in his field, which can be reflected in the growing number of students enrolling in online civil engineering degree programs.
Civil engineers are mainly responsible for managing projects as well as the people involved in them. They could either be the city engineer or perhaps one who oversees the entire process of construction. An online civil engineering degree program is such a diverse one also, having various areas of specialization under it as well. Students can choose among courses related to transportation, structural, environment, and construction engineering.
Online Civil Engineering Degree Options
Civil engineering is a field that requires a wide diversity of knowledge and expertise. Professionals in this industry must have really good understanding of the different types of structures, although of course they may choose one in particular as their specialization. Considering the importance of the role of a civil engineer in the development of a city or town, there is no surprise that one would need some high level of education to be able to have a career in this field.
There are core curriculum requirements to be considered when taking up this degree program, and aside from these, some of the other relevant courses would be technical computer, physics, math, and other high level science and math courses. The coursework for an online civil engineering degree is designed in a way that students can build a solid foundation in this kind of engineering. What's more, the coursework trains them to be great analytical thinkers, problem solvers and communicator. These are the degree levels available for a civil engineering degree:
- Associate's Degree in Civil Engineering
- Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering
- Master's Degree in Civil Engineering
- Doctorate Degree in Civil Engineering
If you can notice, civil engineering certification programs are not available for online education. But instead, those who are interested may take the certification program in computer-aided design, which also offers a great introduction on the basic principles of civil engineering.

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Xagyl USB Direct Interface Cable For EQ6/Atlas
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I'm 34 yrs old, 5'4, 121lbs. How Many CCs? (photo)
Doctor Answers 8
Implant size
First, there isnt a number of ml or a cup size that is correct, because what you're going for is a certain look on your body. This is influenced by your height, frame width, amount of current breast tissue, and your desired result.
Cup sizes differ between manufacturers and how people wear them, so using them as a guide will lead to disappointing communications between you and the surgeon, and possibly the result. After your consult and examination you will have a range of implants that will safely fit within your anatomy. The best way to estimate the size is then to try on several different sizes until you find the one that most approximates the look you're trying to achieve. Whatever cup size and ml this turns out to be will be the correct one. Hope that helps.
How many cc's to achieve goals?
I consider two factors when selecting implants for my patients:
1.Dimensional planning
2.Gel Implant Sizing system
Dimensional planning – The measurements of your chest wall are taken. Also, the breast dimensions including the height, width, and current dimensions of each breast form the basis of dimensional planning. Based on these measurements, the implant size is recommended. This will give you a unique breast implant that is suited for your body frame. However, there are some limitations of what size we can recommend. For instance, some implants may just be too big for a narrow chest wall. Your surgeon can review this with you during the consultation.
Gel Implant Sizing system – During the preliminary breast implant consultation, you will be provided with an option to "try on" a variety of implant shapes and sizes. You can also visualize the possible outcomes of your surgery which helps you to get that perfect size to give you the shape that you longed for. This way your preferences are known and you can then pick a range of implants that will "fit" just right to give a soft natural fuller look. If you have decided on saline implants, then based on the gel sizer you select, we can guide you to the saline implant that achieves a similar look.
Hope this helps.
Dr. Basu
Houston, TX
Implant selection
Once you have decided on an approximate volume you can do a baggy test to see what it looks like in a tight blouse.
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I think this size would look great on you! Women who have been pregnant and breast fed tend to look very natural no matter what size since the skin has been stretched to a similar size before. You have very symmetrical perky breasts already so I think you are making a great decision to increase the size, get better cleavage and upper breast fullness. I think you are going to do fantastic! Good luck! K. Roxanne Grawe, MD Columbus Plastic Surgeon
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You will get great results
You have good amount of soft tissue and will get great result. The size can be decided after examination and would think 350-375 cc high profile( projection to give more lift and narrow base) would work. You have mild asymmetry and left breast little smaller and sagging more.
Best Breast Implant Size/ Profile for Me?
Thank you for the question and pictures. Based on your pictures, I think that you are starting at a great "starting point" when it comes to achieving a nice outcome after breast augmentation surgery. Although potentially useful to some degree, online "consultations" cannot be as precise as necessary.Ultimately, careful communication of your goals, careful measurements (dimensional planning), careful selection of appropriate breast implants and skillful execution of the procedure will be important steps in achieving your goals.
Generally speaking, the best online advice I can give to ladies who are considering breast augmentation surgery is:
1. Concentrate on choosing your plastic surgeon carefully. Concentrate on appropriate training, certification, and the ability of the plastic surgeon to achieve the results you're looking for. Ask to see lots of examples of his/her work.
2. Have a full discussion and communication regarding your desired goals with your plastic surgeon. This communication will be critical in determining breast implant size/type/profile will most likely help achieve your goals. In my practice, the use of photographs of "goal" pictures (and breasts that are too big or too small) is very helpful. I have found that the use of words such as "natural" or "top-heavy" or "D cup" etc means different things to different people and therefore prove unhelpful. Also, as you know, cup size varies depending on him who makes the bra; therefore, discussing desired cup size may also be inaccurate.
3. Once you feel you have communicated your goals clearly, allow your plastic surgeon to use his/her years of experience/judgment to choose the breast implant size/profile that will best meet your goals. Again, in my practice, this decision is usually made during surgery.
I hope this (and the attached link) help.
Learn more: http://www.poustiplasticsurgery.com/Procedures/Procedure_breastAugmentation.htm
How Many CCs?
In general, 200 cc in the average woman will increase by one cup size. Therefore, 400 cc would increase two cup sizes. However, there is tremendous variability in cup sizes. Trying sizers in the office will make you more comfortable with the volume to be placed during surgery. Find a plastic surgeon with ELITE credentials who performs hundreds of breast augmentations each year. Then look at the plastic surgeon's website before and after photo galleries to get a sense of who can deliver the results. Kenneth Hughes, MD Los Angeles, CA
Learn more: http://www.hughesplasticsurgery.com/breast-augmentation-photo-galleries.php
How Many CCs
Rather than using cup size, which is limited in usefulness since there are no standard definitions, I would suggest trying on implants at the surgeon's office and then your surgeon will use that info, as well as breast measurements to help choose the best size for you.
All the best.
These answers are for educational purposes and should not be relied upon as a substitute for medical advice you may receive from your physician. If you have a medical emergency, please call 911. These answers do not constitute or initiate a patient/doctor relationship.


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Project DescriptionThis project transforms a prefab box-frame and off-the-shelf planks into an artful, dynamic pavilion. The pavilion sits strikingly atop a plateau, opening up to and powerfully framing the phenomenal view. The pavilion's form, material and construction were inspired by the iconic regional presence of the curved wooden boats of local fisherman. Fishing boats today are still constructed in the manner of the region's first-known inhabitants 2000 years ago, by curving lengths of timber over a gunnel framework. For the pavilion, traditional forms and materials are reinterpreted to accentuate the site's landscape and panoramic views.
The pavilion is primarily made out of an innovative wood composite material. It is non-toxic, locally produced, and is primarily composed of sawdust waste from timber mills. It is also extremely durable. The pavilion's form is shaped to shade the interior reducing heat gain and associated carbon footprint by over 60%.
The pavilion is used primarily for the sales and marketing for a real estate development (currently under construction) which it overlooks. It gives potential buyers a place to sit comfortably and see the development, providing them with a focused experience of both the immediate site and the broader landscape. It also gives potential buyers tactile experience of the creativity and quality of their future investment. The pavilion exemplifies how even with extremely limited means, architectural creativity can deliver poetic forms and experiences in an environmentally sustainable manner.


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Maintenance Update
Maintenance Update July 25th
Update on Goals for the 2017 Season
Faster Greens
Our greens have been consistently firmer and faster than last year. We are rolling more, mowing and rolling in combination more and we are mowing at a lower height than at any point last year.
We have finished redistributing sand in the greenside bunkers. We have finished edging the greenside bunkers. We are still hand raking the greenside bunkers.
Proactive Fungicide Applications
We are staying on schedule with our applications and the greens are healthy.
Annual Bluegrass Control
We have applied both applications of annual bluegrass control to the fairways. We have one application on the tees and the second one is going on this week. All greens and collars have been spot sprayed. These are the yellowish spots on the greens.
Respectfully submitted,
Matt Blackburn,
Golf Course Superintendent
Maintenance Update
As we head into the heart of the summer the course continues to be in great shape. With this comes added traffic on the course. Please remember to properly repair you ball mark and one other. This will help us as we strive to provide firm, smooth and consistent greens. Also remember that when we get some hot spots on the fairways it helps to stay off of these areas with carts. If it's brown, go around.
On a disappointing note, we are still having an issue with large divots on the collars and the greens. This is not proper golf etiquette. Please respect the course so we can continue to keep the course's play ability high quality.
Thank You
Take advantage of the summer and enjoy the course.
Tee it high and let it fly!
Maintenance Update
I hope everyone has been able to get out and enjoy the course by now. The weather has been a challenge but it looks like things are starting to turn around and summer may finally be here.
The course is in great shape, however we are still striving to make our product even better. In this area we ask for your help on a couple of issues. We would like to have the carts enter the fairways at 90 degrees from the path. This means after you hit your tee shot follow the cart path until you are even with your ball and then enter the fairway. It would be helpful if after you hit your second shot you returned to the path, but we realize that it is not always practical depending on where you have hit your ball. This allows us to remove a lot of the pegs that are at the beginning of the fairway. It results in a cleaner look, more productivity from the guys mowing not having to move pegs, less fertilizer applications to keep these wear areas healthy and it spreads out the traffic entering the fairway. With this practice we are also making every effort to let the carts enter the fairways unless it is extremely wet.
We would also ask that you repair your ball mark and one other on the greens. A great golf shot is not complete until you fix your ball mark.
We have had great participation with our sand bottle program. We are constantly adding more bottles to the program to do our best to make sure there are always fresh bottles available. This has really made a difference with the fairway divots and has lightened the load for us and allowed us to finish them quickly and move on to other things, so thank you!
This year we will again strive for firm and fast conditions on the greens, approaches and fairways. This will always result in some browned out turf, but remember that brown is just a color. Always ask what the turf plays like not how it looks.
Weather permitting we will begin our annual bluegrass control on the fairways this week. We have already started this on greens and tees. Annual bluegrass is the type of grass that was lost two winters ago at many other courses. We will continue to control it to keep the purest stand of bentgrass that we can. Having a pure stand of bentgrass puts us in the best position heading into winter. You may see this grass when you play starting to yellow out on greens, tees and hopefully soon on fairways.
As always, if you have any issues feel free to contact me for an explanation or clarification, 574-0220
Tee it high and let it fly!
Matt Blackburn
Golf Course Superintendent


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In a setback to French language purists, a court rejected civil complaints today against Georgia Tech and two companies for their use of English.
Two French language watchdog groups had used a little-enforced law to sue the Georgia Tech campus in eastern France, demanding that it make its page on the World Wide Web bilingual. The groups, the Association for the Defense of the French Language and the Future of the French Language, also sued the British cosmetics chain Body Shop for labeling its products only in English and the electronics store Inter Discount for selling video games with English-only instructions.
The Police Court of Paris rejected the lawsuits because the watchdog groups, which are financed partly by the Government, failed to file a complaint with the police before pursuing the suits last fall. Under a 1994 law that bans advertising in any single language except French, the police must be notified and investigate the infraction before a civil suit is filed.
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Performance of Boulez' masterpiece at the University of Kentucky School of Music on March 24th 2016 as part of the University of Kentucky International Guitar Series, curated by Dieter Hennings.
Tim Weiss (conductor), Jessica Aszodi (contralto), Molly Barth (alto flute)John Pickford Richards (viola), Dieter Hennings (guitar), Andy Bliss (xylorimba), Stuart Gerber (vibraphone), Paul Vailliancourt (percussion).
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Port Adelaide makes it three wins
Port Adelaide handed the Bombers their fourth straight loss with a thumping 24.14 (158) to 15.4 (94) victory at Docklands on Sunday evening.
Daniel Motlop was superb on his way to seven goals to help lift the Power into ninth position on the ladder, only below Collingwood on percentage.
The Power were superior all over the field for the full four quarters, winning 81 more possessions than their Essendon counterparts.
Steven Salopek could do no wrong and he ran hard creating space on the way to collecting 33 disposals and slotting three goals.
It appeared Power captain Warren Tredrea may have sustained a serious leg injury during the match, but he dismissed concerns telling ABC Grandstand it was only a cork.
Tredrea described the feeling going around the team after it has turned around some poor early season form.
"I guess the last three games have been pretty positive for us, before that it was up and down," he said.
"If we'd kicked straight, we would have buried it long before we did."
The Port Adelaide side fired in all positions, with seven players gathering more than 20 touches and only one player - the injured Tredrea - falling short of double figures.
Matthew Lloyd and Bachar Houli were the only real shining lights for the Bombers, and Houli continued his fine season in the red and black with 26 possessions.
Lloyd toiled manfully in attack and hauled in five marks for five goals straight.
Hawthorn in Tasmania looms as a tough challenge for the resurgent Port Adelaide after the Hall of Fame weekend bye, while the Bombers must travel to Sydney.
Power: 24.14 (158) - D Motlop 7, S Salopek 3, R Gray 3, B Ebert 2, S Burgoyne 2, T Boak, D Brogan, D Cassisi, T Chaplin, D Rodan, W Tredrea, J Westhoff.
Bombers: 15.4 (94) - M Lloyd 5, A Lovett 2, J Neagle 2, A Welsh, J Watson, P Ryder, A McPhee, T Hislop, D Hille.
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Some days call for major retail therapy, and today is one of those days. After splurging, or I mean, thoughtfully shopping, I found items that I thought our readers would like. So what am I enamored with this week?
The Batchel: From Cambridge Satchel, in Oxblood. Every other color is so perfect, but this one definitely takes the top with the rest of this outfit.
Saffron Dress: From one of my favorite online retailer, Shabby Apple. This is part of their new Moroccan-inspired collection and it's absolutely lovely. Don't mind me, I'll just be twirling over here.
Lip Balm: From EOS, of course. Nothing I'd rather be using, especially when on-to-go, which is basically all day and every day.
RIGHT NOW Sandals: From Seychelles Footwear. How appropriate is the name of the sandals? No time like now, right?
Lip Tar: In Neon Fuchsia from Obsessive Compulsive Cosmetics. A dab of this and EOS, and my lips are ready for a show.
Dark Tortoise Eye Glasses: These are my new glasses from See Saw Seen. While I do wear contacts, I always prefer the look of glasses. It's just a great accessory, and these are definitely my favorite.
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My Fitness Journey (guest post)7:00 AM
A note from Tiffany: I asked my friend Jen to share this post as she's been doing an amazing job on her fitness journey and something that I love are busy people who still take the time to take care of themselves. With her full time job, a husband who travels for work and 3 rambunctious little ones, she is a busy lady but she never fails to keep her health and fitness a priority which is something I admire! I will be joining her on her 21 day fix and I will share my review of the program once I get started, but I thought it would be great to just introduce her and have her share her story!
Hi! First of all, I want to thank Tiffany for giving me the opportunity to share my story on her blog. When she first approached me about sharing, she had mentioned the words "leader" and "motivator" in regards to my fitness journey and I was baffled by that. Tiffany was my Gran Big Sis (for those of you that speak Greek ☺) and all throughout college, she was a leader and motivator to ME. When it came to work (she referred me to various jobs where I ended up being her replacement), fashion (you all read her blog so nothing to say here!) and goals in life (her success is still something I look up to and strive for today). So again, thanks Tiffany and I hope my story resonates with some of your readers!
I've been skinny-fat my entire life. Growing up, like most Asian parents, my parents were concerned about my studies, not going to the gym. I lived a pretty sedentary lifestyle but luckily (I attribute to good genes), I was never fat…just skinny-fat. I ate what I wanted and didn't think twice. When I got to college and started dating my (now) husband, I remember the first time I went to a dinner with his family and his uncle told him "You better make a lot of money if you want to feed that hollow leg!" Yes, I realize I was lucky. But then college started to pay its toll and I started to notice changes in my body. The sorority food and weekly (okay I'll be honest, sometimes nightly) frat parties were not good for me.
Fast forward to 2013. I got married and just delivered my third baby in April. I had lost all but 5 pounds of my baby weight but felt good about myself and didn't think I needed to change anything. In November, I went to Thanksgiving dinner at my sister's house and my aunt (mind you, 1. Who I hadn't seen in a long time and 2. If you know typical Asian women, they don't sugarcoat anything) told me, "Oh, you gained weight!" It was in that moment that I knew I couldn't rely on my good genes anymore. I had three babies, was now over 30 and realized my body was not going to be the same as when I was in high school. Unless I made some changes.
I started doing some workouts at home (we have almost a full gym at home that was never being used) on my own but lacked the motivation and accountability and after a couple months, found myself thinking, "I'm fine," "I don't have THAT much weight to lose." But in March, a friend of mine was hosting a Challenge Group for the 21 Day Fix program. I thought, "What the heck?" and decided to bite the bullet. BEST. DECISION. EVER.
The 21 Day Fix combines a nutrition plan coupled with daily 30 minute workouts that you can do right from the comfort of your own home. What I love about this program is that it focuses on a different body part or type of exercise each day so you really are getting a total body workout each week that keeps your body guessing. The program comes with pre-portioned colored coded containers so you know how much of what to eat each day. For someone who had been told I had a hollow leg, this part was KEY.
Thanks for reading and allowing me to share my story! If you have been thinking about starting a workout routine or have been thinking about your New Year's resolutions for this year, consider joining me and Tiff in January as we start a new round of the 21 Day Fix!
Quick summary of what you will get on the 21 Day Fix:
- Daily 30 min. fitness program
- Complete nutrition guide with meal plan ideas and recipes
- Portion control containers
- First 30-days worth of Shakeology (flavor of your choice!)
- Free 30-day trial to Beachbody Club Membership
- FREE Coaching from yours truly ;)
- Private Facebook Online Accountability Group
If you want to join Jen's group, you can join on her facebook page or email her
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Such an inspiring post, it is so great to hear a story about how a busy women can still put in the time and effort to remain fit! Thanks for sharing!ReplyDelete
Awww, I love both you ladies and am so excited to see Jen here! And Jen - you truly are SUCH an inspiration. And yes, the terms "leader" and "motivator" truly fit you (I think I've been telling you that for a while now! haha!) Thank you for sharing your story and hopefully inspiring other busy moms in their journey...no one should feel that they have to choose between their own fitness and their family.ReplyDelete
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Next Monday, Canadian apparel maker lululemon (NASDAQ:LULU) will report its fiscal first quarter results after the bell. Investors are widely anticipating this report, after the company gave low guidance for Q1 due to a pants problem. While shares initially took a hit on the news, they have skyrocketed since, hitting a new 52-week high during Tuesday's trading. But with shares rallying the way they have, should investors look for a pullback after earnings? Today, I'll preview the company's report, and analyze whether we have seen the usual "buy the rumor, sell the news" event.
Q1 Preview:
Let me briefly recap the events surrounding the pants problem as they pertain to quarterly results. A couple of days before reporting Q4 results and giving Q1 guidance, analysts were looking for $353.66 million in Q1 revenues and $0.44 in earnings per share. I had thought that lululemon, which had been known for giving conservative guidance, would guide to $345 million to $350 million in revenues, and $0.41 to $0.43 in earnings per share. Then we had the pants problem, and a few days later they reported earnings.
When lululemon reported Q4, they gave the following guidance for Q1:
- Revenues of $333 million to $343 million. Guidance includes negative revenue impact of $12 million to $17 million.
- Earnings per share of $0.28 to $0.30. Guidance includes negative earnings per share impact of $0.11 to $0.12.
- 146 million diluted shares, 30% tax rate.
The company also gave the following guidance for the fiscal year:
- Revenues of $1.615 billion to $1.64 billion. Guidance includes negative revenue impact of $57 million to $67 million.
- Earnings per share of $1.95 to $1.99. Guidance includes negative impact of $0.25 to $0.27.
- 146.6 million diluted shares, 30% tax rate.
This company has been notorious for giving conservative guidance. The table below shows the company's guidance against actual results for the last nine quarters. You may notice a trend. As a small note, the company split its stock after Q1 of 2011, so any earnings per share numbers presented before that quarter are pre-split.
With the company giving conservative guidance in the past, analysts are expecting a solid quarter. However, expectations are not as high as I thought they might be going in, and that is thanks to the pants problem. This has led to some uncertainty, and I think analysts are being a little conservative themselves as a result. Current estimates call for $341 million in revenues and $0.30 in earnings per share. Revenues are at the high end of the company's range, and earnings per share are at the top end of the range.
There are a few other items to watch in this quarter's report, including the following:
- How much do margins come down as a result of the pants issue?
- How are inventory levels looking?
- Has the company's balance sheet gotten better/worse, and how much cash/investments do they have?
- Update on store openings / international expansion?
Obviously, investors will also be looking forward to the company's Q2 and updated full year forecast. Here are the current analyst estimates:
- Q2 revenues of $328.83 million.
- Q2 earnings per share of $0.33.
- Fiscal Year revenues of $1.64 billion (top end of guidance).
- Fiscal Year EPS of $1.99 (top end of guidance).
Past trading around earnings:
The table below shows the post-earnings trading performance of lululemon. In all of the eight quarters below, the company reported earnings before the opening bell. This time around, things will be slightly different as they are reporting after the bell, not before.
*Quarter was before 2 for 1 stock split, which is why it seems like the stock dropped so much.
**Company pre-announced pants problem a few days earlier, and stock dropped on that news.
Now the most recent quarter, Q4 of 2012, is a bit misleading in the chart above. On Monday, May 18th, the company announced its pants shortage after the bell. This sent the stock lower by nearly $2.00 the following day. Additionally, in the prior two trading days (Friday and Monday), the stock had lost more than $4.50. Thus, the stock had already taken a hit going into earnings, which is why I almost consider this a "throwaway" quarter as to the post-earnings reaction. The real move had been made going into earnings.
If you throw away the last quarter, or even count it as a loss because of the pre-earnings drop, either 3 of 7 quarters (or 4 of 8 if you count it as a loss) have seen the stock lower at the close when they reported. That doesn't sound favorable to the bears. However, look at the far right column. In the last seven quarters, the stock has been down at some point during that day's trading, and in six of those seven times it's been down more than two percent at some point. So even if the stock closes higher after reporting, there has been a post-earnings decline in some respect at the last seven reports.
Comparable valuations / the recent run up:
Shares of lululemon have certainly shaken off the pants problem, and have raced higher since bottoming in the low $60s after the issue. You can see the impressive rally in the chart below, and the stock did hit an intra-day 52-week high on Tuesday before pulling back.
(Source: Yahoo! Finance)
One of the reasons why lululemon has been such a favorite of short sellers in recent years is the high multiple the stock trades at. Yes, this company is growing faster than most apparel names, but that growth comes at a cost. The table below shows some growth and valuation comparisons against Under Armour (NYSE:UA) and Nike (NYSE:NKE).
In terms of price to sales, lululemon trades at a massive premium. The price to earnings number is slightly below that of Under Armour, and it has been for a while. I've stated that Under Armour has been overvalued in the past. Remember too though that the pants problem is costing lululemon in both revenues and earnings, so these valuation numbers would be a bit lower if not for the pants issue.
Such a high valuation carries high expectations with it. That's part of the reason why I showed above that the stock has traded lower after reporting earnings (during the day) seven straight times. Since the company gives conservative guidance, that guidance is often below what analysts expect, and thus the short sellers come back. Given the large rally we've seen, conservative guidance will most likely knock this stock back down a little.
One wrinkle - short interest:
One risk to the downside at this quarterly report is the large short interest base in lululemon. At the most recent update from NASDAQ, more than 23.4 million shares were short. That's 16.2% of the outstanding share count, and 17.5% of the float, based on share numbers from Yahoo!
That's a lot of short sellers that could need to cover, and if we get a solid report, a nice short squeeze could occur. Short interest in lululemon has certainly soared over the past year, more than doubling, as you can see in the chart below.
Final Thoughts:
Shares of lululemon have raced higher, shaking off a pants problem. I was one of the first to defend the name, and I expected shares to bounce back. However, I figured we'd be around $70 going into this report, not above $80. Right now, the stock feels overheated to me, and I fear a pullback may come, no matter what the earnings report says. This company is known for giving conservative quarterly guidance, so if their Q2 forecast is light, shares seem likely to pull back. Obviously, if we go into earnings at $77, there is a lesser chance of a pullback as there is at $85 into earnings. Short sellers love the name, and if this company doesn't have a blowout or raise the yearly forecast by a fair amount, I think we could see $75 or lower early next week.
Disclosure: I have no positions in any stocks mentioned, and no plans to initiate any positions within the next 72 hours. I wrote this article myself, and it expresses my own opinions. I am not receiving compensation for it (other than from Seeking Alpha). I have no business relationship with any company whose stock is mentioned in this article.
Additional disclosure: Investors are always reminded that before making any investment, you should do your own proper due diligence on any name directly or indirectly mentioned in this article. Investors should also consider seeking advice from a broker or financial adviser before making any investment decisions. Any material in this article should be considered general information, and not relied on as a formal investment recommendation.


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Canada Building Permits for the month of October were a positive surprise for the markets (actual 18.0% vs. forecast 1.1%). The recovery in the Canadian economy is well under way and were it not for the super-strong U.S. data on Friday, USDCAD could have made another push towards parity. Indeed the U.S. data overshadowed the improving Canadian employment situation which also surprised positively on Friday. The closing of many short-USD positions pushed USDCAD up from 1.0450 to almost 1.0650, and the sliding price of crude oil has not helped the loonie. Today markets are waiting to see how Fed Chairman Ben Bernanke reacts to Friday's data, and analysts are especially keen to see if the monetary tightening that has been priced in has been justified. Should the market fail to find direction from Bernanke's words, we may well see the drop in USDCAD resume.
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Brokers' groups unite to form panel in compensation drive
The three bodies represent ing stockbrokers have formed a joint working group to give them a unified voice in negotiations over the Government's radical market reform plans.
The group will negotiate terms and conditions with the Government, whose controversial reforms will demutualise and merge the stock and futures exchanges with their three associated clearing houses.
The Hong Kong Stockbrokers Association, the Institute of Securities Dealers and the Hong Kong Securities Professionals Alumni Association represent nearly all the SAR's 500 brokerages.
The working group has 11 members drawn from representatives of the three organisations, including Dannis Lee Jor-hung, Choi Chen Po-sum, Christopher Cheung Wah-fung and Yue Wai-keung.
'Currently stock brokers have many different opinions on the proposed market reforms,' a member of the group said.
'The joint working group aims at gathering the various concerns of all the 500 brokers, and then will unify them into some simple and strong key points.
'This will be a more effective way to negotiate with the Government rather than allowing 500 brokers to give 500 different statements.' Under the Government's proposals, the combined exchange would be listed on the stock market in September next year.
To go ahead, the reforms need the support of 75 per cent of both the 500 stock brokers and the 130 futures brokers in a vote to be held in August.
The working group hopes to seek a solution to divisions between brokers and the Government, especially on the issue of compensation.
Brokers have demanded the Government offer cash or other forms of compensation for potential losses they will suffer due to the moves.
The reforms will separate trading rights from membership. As a result, exchange membership - which is valued at $5 million - will become worthless.
The reforms will also remove a cap of the number of local brokerages, sparking fears that an influx of big brokerages will force small players out of business.
The Securities and Futures Commission has refused to offer any compensation to brokers for the loss of value of the membership.
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This may well be a great movie: I know that I came away from it very willing to see it again soon. It had several jobs to do, and seemed to tick almost all the boxes. It is, perhaps first and foremost, a successful update of and homage to the previous Disney account, which has been loved by generations. Secondly, one supposes its makers wanted it to be a fair account of Rudyard Kipling's original book, and it is that. Thirdly, it had to be worth making: that is, it had to do something which can be done now which could not be done before, and it does. The fourth ambition was expressed by one of the team who made it: the storytellers should not get in the way of the story. Again, this movie succeeds. More »


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The Forum Skull is a reference to the skull-shaped basket. This will vend food and toys for your creatures to eat and play with... and for you to watch as they jump and fly around. Don't worry about these overpopulating your world as both the toys and food will kill themselves after a time.
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Dear sir,
what will be the best way to predict stalling mass flow rate?
While doing simulation at low mass flow rate convergence is a issue and even expert parameter say total pressure also fluctuates!!!
Guide me for the same.
your last stable operating point is the your stall point, afterwards surge/rotating stall is begin to occur. Mostly this approach is enough for the numerical studies as indicated by many researchers.
As you know that surge is unsteady phenomena, in which compressor goes into cycle of low mass flow rate, low pressure ratio and then again high mass flow rate and high pressure ratio and this cycle repeats forever, unless some method applied to get rid of surge. This is also know as hysteric loop and is highly unsteady, therefore you need to use the unsteady RANS.
Dear sir,
This phenomena is known but the question is how to capture it in Computational analysis for different mass flow study.
do you want to say that " you want to simulate the post stall scenario?" or "you want to determine the stall point numerically"
Sir, both the things....
According to references (even recent ones), the prediction of rotating stall phenomena cannot be determined accurately by numerical simulations. But there is a point in compressor map that is the last stable performance of the compressor. At mass flow rates lower than this point, the compressor parameters, for example mass flow rates, starts to oscillate during unsteady simulation. The oscillation starts with a high amplitude part-span stall. if the oscillation's amplitude gets low, it means a full-span stall has occurred and the compressor is working under unstable region. Different values of the compressor's flow and head coefficients have to get extracted and simulated so you can determine the stall point.
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Arvedlund provides a fascinating view of the financial dealings of Bernie Madoff, who was at the helm of a $65 billion Ponzi scheme that broke wide open in late 2008. The author digs deeply into Madoff's career to unravel the secret maneuverings that eventually wiped out investors from coast to coast - many of whom had invested all their savings with Madoff. Karen White narrates in a steady tone that sounds like broadcast reporter breaking a complicated story. White's flawless performance, combined with Arvedlund's exposé, draws the listener into this compelling story of financial sleight of hand. Listeners will be tempted to listen without a break. White's subtly inflected voice disappears into the background, placing the scandal - and those ruined by it - front and center.
©2009 Erin Arvedlund; (P)2009 Tantor
"Doesn't add much more that a lot of details."
Arvedlund's book is a mostly boring financial account of the scandal, with little inside information into the why and how of the biggest ponzi scheme ever. Why not focus more on investigating the more interesting questions of why and when the scam started? It It seems like she is just trying to cash in on the Barron's article she wrote, which itself had little new information compared to the marhedge article that appeared before hers. Markopolis' account is much more interesting, containing a narrative that follows the timing of the event and his personal account of those events.
Her's is however, thoroughly researched and presumably the most through and detailed account.
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With the most powerful and the most technical military in the entire world, how could we have screwed-up, so badly, the situation in Benghazi, Libya? How can we possibly accomplish anything in a land of Taliban and corruption? Why risk another life or spend another dollar on a lost cause?
It is time to pull out of Afghanistan. Why should we lose another life or even injure another American in a war we cannot possibly win?
As soon as we pull out of Afghanistan, Afghanistan will resort back to being Afghanistan.
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MFAT Leak Report:"Strong Suspicion" But No One Named
MFAT Leak Report:"Strong Suspicion" But No One Named
Findings of the Rebstock Investigation into the Unauthorised Disclosure of Information Relating to the MFAT Restructure– 12 December 2013
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An 18-month inquiry into leaks at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade (MFAT) has pointed the finger at a group of senior MFAT officials and a State Services Commission temporary clerical worker, but no one has been named.
The $510,00 inquiry by Paula Rebstock was to investigate the leak of confidential Cabinet documents on MFAT jobs cuts and restructuring to Labour MP Phil Goff and the media.
The clerical worker, who had previously worked in the Labour Party research unit, had been battling in court against the release of the report.
State Services Commissioner Iain Rennie, who ordered the investigation, said Ms Rebstock had a "strong suspicions" that a temporary clerical assistant working at the State Services Commission (SSC) leaked the three cabinet papers, but the investigation was unable to find "definitively" who was responsible.
Ms Rebstock's view was that it was not appropriate to name the leaker because there was still an "degree of doubt" and because the individual was a junior staff member, Mr Rennie said.
A lack of forensic information was a cause of the doubt.
Mr Rennie said he was "extremely saddened" that the leak may have come from the SSC and that changes had been made to improve the way sensitive information was handled.
The report also found the conduct of senior "Tier 3" public servants at MFAT during the change process "fell below standards", and that there was a perception put across by the group that it was acceptable to air opposition to the changes outside the department and for political purposes.
It was probable that MFAT staff leaked material to Phil Goff and the media.
Mr Rennie said he would not talk publicly about persons X,Y, and Z referred to in the report, nor whether he had talked to public sector Chief Executives about whether there they had since employed staff members who had leaked the report.
He understood the change process could be challenging for staff but he expected them to voice their concerns through the "proper channels".
"Deliberately leaking information and working to undermine and publicly embarrass your Chief Executive is not appropriate and can never be justified."
Under New Zealand's system of Government it is vital that Cabinet be able to work in a secure and confident way. There was work being done to ensure secure handling of cabinet papers across the public sector.
He said he was not aware of any public sector Chief Executives taking disciplinary action at this time, but the report had only just been released.
The Rebstock report was itself leaked to the media yesterday.
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