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Rated 5 out of 5 by SKILLZDY from THANX! THIS MAKES MY 6th POCKET STAMP ORDER. THE ITEMS WERE RECIEVED ACCURATELY AND IN A TIMELY MANNER. VERY SATISFIED.
Date published: 2017-06-22
Rated 5 out of 5 by stainless hard from buy one I love it works great and im buying another one
Date published: 2017-06-17
Rated 5 out of 5 by Nora Llucs from WOWEEEEEEEEEEEE!!!!!!!!!!!!! Okay, so I ordered this before reading reviews...seen alot of negative, started to regret my purchase but decided not to cancel and just go thru with the purchase.I AM SOOOOOOOOOOOO GLAD kept my decision to purchase!!!! I LOVE THIS CUTE LITTLE THING!!!! LOVE IT!!! My one regret is not ordering another one. This pocket stamp is perfect for what i need it for and it hardly takes up any room in my demi-briefcase. Image clarity and ink amount perfect. I get 3 images before I need to re ink. The thrid image is a bit light but not a big deal and very much legible.So, I'm tickled pink and give this product a 5 star review and will purchase another one.TY VISTA PRINT!!!!
Date published: 2017-06-14
Rated 5 out of 5 by qqMajiKpp from Works perfectly for me This stamp is utra-compact. Using is simple. I hold the buttons, hinge facing out, press the buttons and stamp. I can even stamp ~12 times before I have to close to reink. The image is crisp and perfect, no rolling is needed and a light touch is sufficient to produce the design on paper. There is a hole to attach a small key ring if desired. Not sure what the others reviews are complaining about. This thing is perfect for me and my needs. I do wonder how I would replace the ink pad however.
Date published: 2017-06-03
Rated 1 out of 5 by Bonekrusher from Pocket Stamp I just received my new pocket stamp today, it is awkward to use, like it was made for a left handed person, the stamp image does not seem to pick up enough ink, so the impression is faded, I had a previous pocket stamp from vista that was excellent, this one needs to go back to the drawing board.
Date published: 2017-06-03
Rated 1 out of 5 by daniel123456 from Poorly made stamp I bought this and the stamp is crooked. It does not work correctly because it was poorly placed into the stamper. I would like a refund
Date published: 2017-02-20
Rated 1 out of 5 by Rkiesel from Terrible - Waste of Money Almost impossible to get the stamp to print. Leaves blank spots when used.
Date published: 2016-09-14
Rated 1 out of 5 by sueh12345678 from awful It was smudgey, it ran out of ink after a dozen stamps. It leaked in my mailbox. NOT recommended at all
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Why gold stocks don't always glisten
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Christine St Anne is Morningstar's online editor.
Gold stocks may not always glisten with a price hike when the value of the commodity goes up. In fact, research from Morningstar has found a distinct non-correlation between the price of gold stocks and the price of gold.
Figure 1 shows the difference between the share price of gold companies in the S&P/ASX All Ord Gold and the price of gold. In fact, the share price of gold companies and gold began to diverge back in late 2011.
Figure 1: Gold price vs gold stocks (2005 = 100)
Source: Morningstar
"Gold stocks have not got the leverage that you would have expected. Earnings have not come through because costs have been rising faster than the gold price. As a result, there has been no expansion of earnings that investors would have liked," Morningstar senior resources analyst Mathew Hodge says.
Yet many investors have traditionally looked to gold companies as a way to ride a gold rush.
Investors need to understand that gold companies are equities and not the commodity itself, a point highlighted by Cerro Resources (CJO) general manager of investor relations Greg Germon.
"Gold stocks are equities before they are gold. These companies just happen to be making money from gold," Germon says. Therefore, their share prices are a reflection of market perceptions of their current and future earnings.
For example, the stock price of gold company Regis Resources (RRL) rose on the back of increased production and self-funded growth.
In comparison, gold giant Newcrest Mining's (NCM) shares dipped because of concerns about cash-flow stability and production issues.
"It is important that investors understand the earnings of a gold company as the price reflects the earnings outlook, not just the gold price. The price movements of the equity markets determine the price of gold stocks more than the gold price," Germon says.


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— August 2002
By Ben Ellison
Electronic Harbor Buddy
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It's noteworthy that this valuable data analysis doesn't stop when you get aboard. Unlike typical black box monitoring systems, which only give wireless reports, the HarborMaster's LCD also operates while you're underway, keeping history files and ready to notify you of problems. The unit's installation process is also well thought out and well documented, but not a trivial task. A number of sensors and relays come with the unit, but a lot of wiring is necessary. I couldn't help but think how much easier it will be when and if NMEA 2000 really becomes a common way to send small data packets around a boat; almost every sensor the HarborMaster needs could be on that bus, and installation might be very simple indeed. Beacon Wireless agrees and says it will be ready when the time comes.
Even with its advantages, HarborMaster is not perfect. The Aeris network does not have coverage in the Caribbean (though a secondary satellite connection is being discussed). And while it can interface with a boat's GPS, it doesn't include the integrated positioning chip or Web mapping functions of some of its rivals. Capt. Patrick Sciacca described a number of monitoring services in the March 2002 PMY ("Private Eyes"), a couple of which seem stealthier, thus better designed to thwart serious thieves. But, having looked at a lot of spec sheets, I think the HarborMaster excels at giving a thorough overall link to a boat's vital systems, at least for now.
In fact, the rapidly growing number of new monitoring products and companies makes comparisons difficult and also triggers concerns about business viability. These days, when marquee companies are closing shop at an alarming rate, a consumer has to ask himself, "Is this one-product company in Canada going to keep going after I've invested in hardware and installation?" Given that Beacon charges $899 for the HarborMaster and its service costs $25 or $35 per month, depending on the frequency of statistics desired, I put the "viability" question to Beacon's principals and was reassured by their responses.
Chief technologist Tony Lash and Beacon president David Lash are a father-and-son team with a combined 40 years of experience providing secure networking to stock exchanges. The proceeds from selling that company and the lessons learned in providing critical data gave the Lashes the wherewithal to spend two full years developing and testing the HarborMaster. Their efforts are abundantly evident in the unit I'm using and lend credence to Tony's declaration, "Beacon Wireless is in this for the long haul."
The company is also actively seeking partnerships with bigger marine electronics outfits. The idea is not only to put the HarborMaster under a familiar brand name but also to develop its capabilities to the max. Imagine Beacon's data acquisition and communications skills integrated into a souped-up plotter or onboard computer. Such an arrangement could reduce hardware and installation costs while also opening the wireless link and distribution service to other data like digital engine diagnostics, even e-mail. Overall, I call the HarborMaster a fine product now, with an exciting future ahead.
Beacon Wireless Solutions Phone: (416) 696-7555. Fax: (416) 696-8185. www.harborstore.com.
Ben Ellison has been a delivery captain and navigation instructor for nearly 30 years and was recently editor of Reed's Nautical Almanacs.
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This article originally appeared in the January 2003 issue of Power & Motoryacht magazine.


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Ivy League Release
PHILADELPHIA - The Ivy League released its list of student-athletes selected for Academic All-Ivy honors for the 2011-12 winter season. The 80 men and women, 10 of which were from Penn, were starters or key reserves on an officially recognized varsity team with 3.0 or better cumulative grade point averages. Each institution nominated five men and five women from its winter student-athletes.
Amrit Bhinder finished her junior campaign as an All-American for the second year in a row, after placing 12th in women's epee at the NCAA Fencing Championships with 12 victories. Her performance at the Championships was part of a 16-win improvement for the women's fencing team compared to just one year ago at the same event. Bhinder won over 75% of her matches this season and was named Second Team All-Ivy after going 13-5 at the Round Robins, including nine consecutive wins to close out.
Two-time first-team All-American Rachael Goh compiled an 11-5 record this season for the women's squash team. She played primarily at No. 2, but spent part of her season at No. 1. Goh has been named to the All-Ivy team in each of the past two seasons and has compiled 38 wins through her first three seasons at Penn. She helped her team finish the year in fifth place at the Howe Cup and advanced to the Round of 16 at the CSA Individual Championships this past season.
Zane Grodman put the finishing touches on his Penn fencing career by making his second appearance at the NCAA Championships, finishing with 10 wins on the national stage and placing 15th in the men's foil competition. On the season, Grodman captured 43 bout victories for the Quakers and helped the squad along during a 16-0 start to the year that saw them become the nation's last undefeated team. Penn finished the year in seventh place nationally.
Jess Knapp, a senior forward on the women's basketball team, played the final 13 games of the season on two torn knee ligaments. But the two-time team captain still finished in the top 10 in the Ivy League in rebounding (8th) and blocks (7th). Knapp scored in double figures six times and had two double-doubles in 2011-12 as the Quakers finished with their highest win total since the 2004-05 season. Knapp, who missed her entire freshman campaign with a torn ACL, led the team in blocks in each of her three seasons and finished her career ranked fourth all-time at Penn with 96 blocked shots.
Thomas Mattsson was a captain on the men's squash team this past season. The senior played No. 1 in each of his four seasons at Penn. He compiled a team-high eight victories at the top of the ladder this year and advanced to the CSA Individual Championships. At the individual championships, he won two matches in the consolation bracket, advancing to the first round consolation semifinals. Mattsson was also named first-team All-Ivy for the first time in his career this season.
Brendan McHugh ends his time at Penn as the most decorated swimmer in school history, with six individual Penn records to his credit as well as another four as part of relay teams. A two-time Ivy League champion in the 100 Breaststroke, McHugh qualified to swim three events at the 2012 NCAA Swimming & Diving Championships, finishing 14th in the 100 and 200 Breaststrokes to earn Honorable Mention All-America in each. McHugh will continue his swimming career this summer, taking part in the U.S. Olympic Trials in Omaha.
Catherine Okoukoni has cemented herself as one of the top jumpers in Penn women's track and field history. Most recently, she earned second-team All-Ivy honors at the 2012 Indoor Heptagonal Championships. With that performance, she finished her indoor career ranked third all-time at Penn in the event (12.45m). Entering her final outdoor season in the Red and Blue, she currently owns the eighth-best jump in the history of the program. In addition, she was also a member of the outdoor 4x200 and indoor 4x400 relay teams that rank among the Top 5 in school history.
Zack Rosen was a unanimous selection as the Ivy League Player of the Year and first-team All-Ivy in men's basketball, and the senior guard was also an All-District selection by the National Association of Basketball Coaches (NABC) and the U.S. Basketball Writers Association (USBWA) as well as an ECAC All-Star. He will graduate as the Penn men's basketball program's all-time leader in assists (588), games started (115) and minutes played (4,198), and his point total (1,723) is third behind only Ernie Beck and Ugonna Onyekwe. This season, Rosen set program single-season marks for assists (173), starts (33) and minutes played (1,259), while his point total (602) was the best since Tony Price scored 633 points in 1978-79. Rosen also hit 75 three-point field goals in 2011-12, the seventh-best single-season total in program history.
Erich Smith picked a great time to peak in his collegiate wrestling career, finishing his senior season in style with a trip to the NCAA Championships. Penn's starter at 184 pounds all season, Smith entered the 2012 EIWA Championships unseeded and needing a deep run to qualify for his first national tournament appearance. After a loss in the first round to the top seed, Smith rattled of four wins in a row to finish in third place and automatically qualify for NCAAs. At the national tournament, Smith won his first match, 6-4, against Kevin Radford of Arizona State, capping his career with a 20-18 record this season.
A junior captain on the gymnastics team, Kirsten Strausbaugh competed in the all-around a team-high eight times this season. Recently, it was announced that she was selected to compete at the NCAA Regional meet in the all-around. At the ECAC Championships, Strausbaugh won the uneven bars and floor exercise to help her team capture its first ECAC title since 2004. She also won floor exercise and finished second in the all-around at Ivy Classic, helping the team win back-to-back titles for the first time since the 2000 season.


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SAINT LEO, Fla. – The Saint Leo University Department of Athletics is proud to unveil the Spring 2013 President's Club members list. On Tuesday, September 10, 44 student-athletes will be acknowledged for their efforts in the Spring 2013 semester with the bi-yearly President's Club honor.
Two eight-time recipients lead the way as cross country runner Eric Dirth and volleyball player Lucy Fricker find themselves on the list with a group that holds 10 4.0 grade-point averages, and 26 student-athletes with a GPA over 3.9. Both Dirth and Fricker graduated this past May after very successful academic and athletic careers with the Lions.
The President's Club was created to honor Saint Leo student-athletes who are in the top 15 percent academically among all student-athletes for the sports played during the fall or spring semester.
Each of the honorees will join Saint Leo University President Dr. Arthur F. Kirk, Jr., along with several Saint Leo faculty, staff and members of the athletic department, for a special luncheon celebrating their accomplishments. This Fall's festivities will be held on the Saint Leo campus with the luncheon happening at the Student Community Center Boardrooms on Tuesday, September 10, at 11:45 a.m.
Spring 2013 President's Club Honorees
Eight-Time Recipients
Eric Dirth Men's Cross Country 4.00*
Lucy Fricker Volleyball 3.95*
Six-Time Recipients
Katherine David Women's Swimming 4.00*
Line Pedersen Women's Soccer 4.00
Jenna Gimbel Women's Golf 3.93
Five-Time Recipients
Laura Kemkes Women's Tennis 3.91
Four-Time Recipients
LeeAnn Antuna Women's Cross Country 4.00
Marcus Ruh Men's Basketball 4.00*
Matthew Nicholson-Lewis Men's Tennis 3.93
Chloe Pellican Women's Swimming 3.93
Karl Tapper Men's Soccer 3.90*
Nicole Sirota Plotnikov Women's Lacrosse 3.89
Elyse Snyder Women's Cross Country 3.89
Alyssa Barrett Women's Golf 3.87
Jesper Otterstedt Men's Soccer 3.84*
Maria Benkirane Women's Tennis 3.81
Three-Time Recipients
Matthew Hewitt Baseball 3.92*
Viktor Wikner Men's Soccer 3.89*
Two-Time Recipients
Carl Dunne Men's Cross Country 4.00
Manuel Schoenhuber Men's Soccer 4.00
Vincent Wiskowski Men's Soccer 4.00
Brittany Ewing Softball 3.98
Ryan Connors Men's Golf 3.94
Erin Bobsein Women's Swimming 3.93
Jessica LoBianco Softball 3.93
Matt Wilson Men's Lacrosse 3.92
Sarah Steiner Softball 3.87
Alphonsius Verberne Men's Tennis 3.87
Kaitlyn Hite Women's Swimming 3.81
David Moore Men's Lacrosse 3.80
Alyssa Viscomi Women's Lacrosse 3.80
First-Time Recipients
Pauline Helgesson Women's Tennis 4.00
Valentin Lenz Men's Cross Country 4.00
Alexandra Givens Women's Soccer 3.95
Matheus Assis Men's Swimming 3.93
Austin Grey Men's Golf 3.92
Evelyn O'toole Women's Swimming 3.92
Joanna Chadwick Women's Lacrosse 3.84
Ismail Lemtouni Men's Tennis 3.84
Elise Clyburn Women's Basketball 3.83
Allison Knipe Women's Cross Country 3.80
Teresa Manigrasso Women's Basketball 3.80
Ryan Sadler Baseball 3.80
Michael Walker Men's Cross Country 3.80


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Background investigation process set to begin in search for next Eureka City Manager
EUREKA- Eureka officials have to complete the background investigation process for the three remaining City Manager candidates before one of them is offered the position.
One local candidate and two people from out of the area were interviewed at a closed session by City Council members on Wednesday. A panel of community members and local city managers also interviewed the candidates and made their recommendations to the council.
Mayor Frank Jager told News Channel 3 that city officials will now begin the background investigation process for each of the remaining candidates. An announcement of who is offered the job will not be made until that process is complete. At the earliest, officials could make that announcement during the City Council Meeting on March 4th.


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New Momentum: Patient Advocacy Victory
This Lupus Awareness Month we spotlight the stunning successes achieved by the patients of the S.L.E. Lupus Foundation as part of the LRI's National Coalition of advocates across the country. People with lupus, their families and friends — the heroes who make a real difference.
LRI Patient Advocates Raise $4.6 Million to Advance Lupus Diagnosis
Secure U.S. Congressional Support for New Federal Program
The outlook for patients is best when lupus is treated early. But treatment cannot begin without a diagnosis. And diagnosis is elusive if healthcare professionals don't consider lupus.
LRI's patient advocates walked the halls of Congress to raise the funding to prevent others from enduring years of misdiagnosis. The need was particularly critical in underserved communities where racial disparities prevail. The LRI collaborated with the Office of Minority Health to conceive the program and secured nearly $5 million from Congress to make it possible.
Speaking about the importance of education for healthcare providers Dr. Graham of the Office of Minority Health noted, "When I was a medical student, I learned little about lupus. Like many practitioners, I delayed treatment for a patient because I didn't know she had lupus. I want to make sure providers know lupus when they see it so future patients can begin treatment as quickly as possible."
Hear directly from the advocates whose tireless work is now getting lupus diagnosed.
Patient Advocates Tell Their Stories
"Representing lupus patients across the country is not only an honor, but a responsibility I carry proudly. As a patient, lupus has changed my life incredibly and I want to do everything I can to make the transition as easy as possible for other lupies."
Adrienne Lynch, President, S.L.E. Lupus Foundation Young Leaders
"Advocating for lupus patients is very important because not everyone knows about this disease. People don't know the total impact it has on my life as a person with lupus or individuals around me that care for me."
Porscha McNeil, S.L.E. Lupus Foundation Patient Advocate
"My experience on Capitol Hill was very Informative, I feel everyone who attends the support group should get a chance to experience the atmosphere."
Lena Morgan, S.L.E. Lupus Foundation Patient Advocate
Getting the Lupus Initiative Off the Ground
Once our patient advocates secured initial funding from Congress, the American College of Rheumatology (ACR) was selected to develop a new curriculum training physicians and allied healthcare professionals to recognize, diagnose and treat lupus.
Every year since our patient advocates succeeded in gaining increased funding to keep this program moving forward. They are true patient champions!
The culmination of the work of so many will be introduced at a launch event hosted by the ACR May 16. All constituencies potentially involved in recognizing and treating lupus will have the opportunity to review the comprehensive medical school curriculum and provider training materials.
Join Us to Keep It Going!
As much as lupus patients have achieved, we are not done. The Lupus Initiative curriculum must be adopted by medical schools and healthcare providers nationwide. Please urge your legislators to support 2014 funding to make sure that every medical student and healthcare professional is trained to consider lupus as a potential diagnosis.


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March of the Eagles Live Gameplay Trailer Released
NEW YORK — December 11, 2012 — Raise the regimental banner and beat the drums of war, because the holiday season is coming fast upon us and it is time to think about the important people in our lives. Our comrades in arms. Our commanders. Our Emperor. And hey, if you don't have an emperor yet, you can become one!
Be sure to view the new March of the Eagles trailer, the war-focused strategy game from Paradox Development Studios and Paradox Interactive. Watch the Napoleonic Era spring to bloody life in the new March of the Eagles trailer:
View the video at http://tinyurl.com/btzl6zm
Read all the March of the Eagles developer diaries here:
On Thursday, December 13 at 7 p.m. GMT / 11 a.m. PST, Chris King, Game Designer at Paradox Development Studio will stream live game footage on the official Paradox Twitch TV channel. This is a chance for you to see what the premier developer of historical strategy games has in store for you early next year.
March of the Eagles live stream:
Where: www.twitch.tv/paradoxinteractive
Date: Thursday, December 13, 2012
Time: 7 p.m. GMT / 11 a.m. PST
March of the Eagles is a strategy wargame set in the turbulent Napoleonic Wars. You can lead any of dozens of European powers in a quest to establish yourself as the most dominant power on land and sea. Take control of any one nation of Europe in this geopolitical barfight, dispatch armies and envoys, raid supply lines, form coalitions and get with the times, already.
He who fears being conquered is sure of defeat. You keep that in mind, because the March of the Eagles will be advancing on all fronts in Q1 2013 on all major digital download portals.
Read about Paradox Development Studio (developer)
Read about Paradox Interactive (publisher)
Read more
Facebook: www.facebook.com/marchoftheeaglesgame
Twitter: http://twitter.com/marchoftheeagle
Forum: http://forum.paradoxplaza.com
Website: www.paradoxplaza.com/games/march-of-the-eagles
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This weeks landscape links from around the world.
Mahindra World City: The Future of Gated Communities? |By Oliver Balch at Green Futures | The Big City
"Mahindra World City sets out to take the gated community concept – safe, separate, exclusive – and give it a sustainability spin."
Landscape Architect Exhibits New Ceramic Sculptures | Arthur Whitman | Ithaca.com
"Marc Peter Keane is an accomplished Ithaca-based landscape architect and writer specializing in contemporary Japanese-inspired gardens."
NZ first for landscape architecture | Voxy.co.nz
"For the first time New Zealand will host the International Federation of Landscape Architects (IFLA) World Council meeting and World Congress . The World Council meeting on April 11 at SkyCity in Auckland will be the Federation's 50th World Congress, and is hosted by the NZ Institute of Landscape Architects."
Top Landscape Architects Visit CSU to Discuss Projects that Blend Natural and Built Environments | Colorado State University
Laurie Olin, Christine Reed, James Lord, and Walter Hood will give separate lectures on April 9-12 as part of the 20th annual Landscape Architecture Days Lecture Series; all the talks are free and open to the public. More info at CSU
ASLA | April is National Landscape Architecture Month
National Landscape Architecture Month = Healthy Living Through Design 2013


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JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - Downtown Jacksonville will be a popular place on Saturday, with several family-friendly events set to take place throughout the day.
The first thing on the agenda is the Color Run. The race starts at 9 a.m. at the sports complex area.
The run is a one-of-a-kind event that is less about speed and more about enjoying a color crazy day with friends and family.
It's not too late to sign up. Runners can register at Sports Authority off Southside Boulevard until 7 p.m. Friday.
Officers will be stopping traffic to let runners by along Gator Bowl Boulevard from 9-10 a.m.
Following the Color Run is the Run 5 To Keep Kids Alive race. It starts at 2 p.m. at the Jacksonville Landing.
The race supports Wolfson Children's Hospital. Channel 4 meteorologist Richard Nunn runs every year, except he does a whopping 55 miles for the kids.
Officers will also be stopping traffic to let runners by for that race.
Prepare to see police on the Main Street and Acosta bridges from about 1:30-2:30 p.m.
And then there's the U.S. Women's National Team's soccer match against Scotland at EverBank Field at 5 p.m.
The team has been in town practicing much of the week.
Those heading to the stadium should try to cross the bridge into downtown that's closest to their parking space to avoid sitting in traffic.
To avoid all the afternoon traffic downtown, it's best to use the Hart Bridge, Union Street Expressway or Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway instead.
For most of the weekend, the Mathews Bridge will be closed, starting at 7 p.m. Friday. It will be back open at 6 a.m. Sunday.
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6 Jun 2017 by Amy Fisher in Trip Planning and Cultural Experiences
It's Canada's 150th birthday and what better way to celebrate than checking off these 10 bucket list activities in Newfoundland & Labrador?
17 Mar 2017 by Amy Fisher in Food & Dining and Festivals & Events
Here are five delicious festivals and events that are worth travelling to because they go way above and beyond the 'run of the mill' food event.
16 Mar 2017 by Amy Fisher in Trip Planning , Top Destinations , Gros Morne National Park , Red Bay , Geology & Fossils and L'Anse aux Meadows
Newfoundland & Labrador is home to four UNESCO World Heritage Sites. No visit to the province would be complete without making it to at least one of them – and maybe you can collect the set.
It's funny to think 29,000 kilometres of coastline can fit onto a single flat screen TV.
At the most easterly point in North America, you'll find a treasure trove of talented writers. Some are local, some from abroad, and some from parts unknown.
6 Jul 2016 by Andrew Hiscock in Festivals & Events , Hiking & Walking , Culture , Entertainment , Cultural Experiences , Bonavista and Trinity
Among Festival 500's innovative offerings is Come All Ye, a 5-day singing adventure of fun, personal enrichment and learning to be held at Fishers' Loft Inn, in glorious Port Rexton. This year's edition is scheduled for October 21-26, 2016.
3 Jun 2016 by Guest Blogger in Boat Tours and Whale Watching
No matter how you choose to see them, with 22 species of whales here in Newfoundland and Labrador, you might need a scorecard to keep track.
3 Jun 2016 by Guest Blogger in Boat Tours , Icebergs , Kayaking , Whale Watching , Gros Morne National Park , Torngat Mountains National Park , Lighthouses , Cultural Experiences , Fogo & Change Islands , Ferryland , L'Anse aux Meadows , St. John's and Twillingate
This isn't the type of place where you'll struggle to find an adventure. The Canadian Signatures Experiences collection is here to point you in the right direction.
26 Feb 2016 by Guest Blogger in Icebergs
Around here, icebergs come in all shapes and sizes, travelling along Iceberg Alley to fill the bay, or your glass.
10 Feb 2016 by Rory Lambert in Culture
My Nan spent her whole life knitting and crocheting and, at one point, had knit my father a beautiful pair of wool mitts. This pair of handmade hand-warmers were given from my Nan to her youngest son, made with care and woven with intricate patterns. They were more than just mittens or gloves; they were works of art in their own right.
5 Feb 2016 by Guest Blogger in Hiking & Walking
In these parts, a walk in the woods is just the beginning of your adventure. Our 29,000 kilometres of pristine coastline, set against a backdrop of natural wonder, provides plenty of distractions along the way.
13 Jan 2016 by Dave Sullivan in Geography
A couple of colourful tales about the wonderful places here. To get the full scoop you've got to come and see it all for yourself.
14 Apr 2015 by Dave Sullivan in Hiking & Walking , Nature , Parks , Trip Planning , Gros Morne National Park , Bonavista and Outdoor Adventure
I love hiking. It's a new discovery for me. In the past year I've been on quite a health kick and hiking has been a major part of that.
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Thank you for taking the time to read this cry for help.
I have just started learning Python (version 3.3) mainly to manipulate data from a SQL Server 2005 database as I find the SQL language a bit limiting.
I have cobbled together a few lines of code to return rows in a small SQl Server table using the pyodbc module. When run line by line in IDLE I get the results I expect, however when run as a program in my IDE (Aptana Studio) I get an AttributeError. With no experience with Python I'm not sure how to resolve this problem. I will greatly appreciate any help from you wisened Python coders out there.
The code is as follows:
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import pyodbc
def main():
cnxn = pyodbc.connect('DSN=SQL2005;UID=xxx;PWD=xxx')
cursor = cnxn.cursor()
cursor.execute("select * from Users")
row = cursor.fetchone()
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The error the interpreter rudely throws back is as follows:
Traceback (most recent call last):
File "C:\Users\administrator\Desktop\Exercise Files\16 Databases\pyodbc.py", line 17, in <module>
if __name__ == "__main__": main()
File "C:\Users\administrator\Desktop\Exercise Files\16 Databases\pyodbc.py", line 9, in main
cnxn = pyodbc.connect('DSN=SQL2005;UID=xxx;PWD=xxx')
AttributeError: 'module' object has no attribute 'connect'
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>Health and Nutrition>Headed to the ankle doc - input welcome!
Hey fellow runners!
I am headed to the doc (orthopedic with ankle specialty) and wanted to tap the wisdom of the RA community. For those who've seen a doc: what are good questions to ask and treatments to inquire about (xray vs mri and others)?
Background: Ran first half and full in spring and summer 2010 with good results and no injury. Running regularly at minimum 15mi per week since 2007. 30 yr old female. No other significant health or injury issues. Started training again July 2012 and injured left ankle in August 2012, most likely TMTS. Reached 14 mile long runs when I started experiencing ankle pain After long runs. Pain was mostly in peroneal area with some achilles involvement. Didn't run the marathon and stopped when weight bearing in AM 2 weeks after onset was significant. Ran once in October and once in November, but no real change. PParadoxically pain seemed to slowly increase in wks off (before I only had it immediately following long runs) so tarted back slowly in January to increase blood flow (3 mi 2x/wk for 2 wks) and couldn't weight bear in AM by end of wk 2 so stopped and went to PT. PT confirmed peroneal and achilles and attributed injury to weak glutes and overall core strength. No disagreement, but strengthening and 7 PT sessions and several more months and still no change hence the doc visit to rule out other possibilities.
Welcome your thoughts overall and recommendations specific to seeing a specialist.
Are you the REAL Psy??
Sorry, I'm not helpful on the ankle question.
Well at least someone here is making relevance to the subject. - S.J.
Since you asked, I would like to respectfully make the following suggestions/comments:
1. Good for you for seeing a doc instead of relying on the Internet for your medical care!
2. This is going to sound "old school", but for me, 90% of what I need to figure out what a patient has is discovered via a good history.
Therefore, I think the most important thing a patient can do to help themselves is to make it easy for the doc to take a history in an unbiased fashion:. Specifically:
3. The vast majority of times, the diagnosis becomes pretty evident after a thorough history and physical examination. They'll likely start off with a plain x-ray first, which may be all you need, depending on the results of the H & P. If they are thinking stress fracture, then a bone scan or MR might be done. If they find an effusion, they may tap the joint, etc. (It's hard to know what diagnostic steps might be appropriate without being the one to examine you.)
4. There are plenty of causes of ankle pain that are not primarily orthopedic in nature. A good Ortho doc knows this, so don't be dismayed if he suggests that it's something other than running-related. The downside is that sometimes very specialized docs come back and say: "I've ruled out any Orthopedic cause" and stop there. That's why it really is optimal to have a smart generalist coordinating your care. For example, lets say the Ortho doc comes up empty, you might need a referral to see a Rheumatologist, which is something a PCP can most easily arrange. I've seen lots of patient's who hop from specialist to specialist futilely seeking an answer, whereas a PCP could have helped sort things for them.
5. Lastly, if you can stand one more bit of unsolicited advice please: It has become de rigueur these days to tell people to become "medical consumers" and aggressively challenge docs to make sure they are taking care of you correctly. That's fine as far as it goes, but unfortunately, some patients take this to extremes and adopt "I already don't trust you" attitude. Nobody likes it when one party assumes the other is dumb/dishonest/incompetent/uncaring even before the interaction has taken place. Ironically, it's the attitude of these self-same people that leads to the very outcome they were trying so hard to avoid.
So, I'd suggest: trust, but verify. Don't make weird assumptions about the motives of the doc. Most likely, they are going to do their best to help you, and they want to work with you to get you back to doing what you love. There are always exceptions, of course, so if you get one of those, move on to someone else you can trust. Again, this is where a PCP can be very helpful since they generally know the people they refer to).
I realize the above may not have been exactly the suggestions you were looking for, but this is really my best advice to increase your chances of getting an accurate, timely diagnosis.
Good luck to you!
It would be nice to have a generalized version of the above post stickied at the top of this forum, like a "Preparing for a visit to the doctor due to a running-related injury." It seems like so many people are afraid to visit a doctor because the result will be, have surgery and stop running forever. Thanks ShuffleFaster.
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Bookmarked for a wonderful and comprehensive response. Wish I had read this before going to my doc. Not that I muffed it. But it would have helped me lay out a plan of how to explain the history of my issue.
I always thought there should be a class in high school called, "how to talk to a doctor about what ails you." Therein you'd learn a common language that you and your doc could use to communicate. I'm always at a loss on the vocabulary of pain. "What kind of pain is it?" Hmm, I don't know, it just kinda hurts. "Do you feel pain when I do this?" No, but it feels different than when you touch there; but I wouldn't call it "pain". I feel like every doctor visit is about establishing a vocabulary. Most of the time I wish they could just hook me up to a machine just to answer my questions regarding pain and feelings -- because I have no idea.
And there's always the problem of self-editing: is this relevant, or not?
The triage nurse once asked me on a 1-10 scale how bad my felt for a broken foot, and another for viral meningitis. Both times I think I said 4. I have a pretty good imagination of much greater pains. Of course I got triaged behind the guy who stubbed his toe and declared it a 9. I waited 7hrs. But I guess that is exactly how that triaging question is supposed to work - based on perceived pain, not objective pain.
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ShuffleFaster thanks so much for the wonderfully comprehensive reply that will likely be helpful to so many others!! Much appreciated!
One element that hasn't entered the conversation yet is insurance coverage and cost. I was informed by the staff at the doc's office where I'm going that x-rays will be done before I see the doc. Since my insurance doesn't cover that I asked to see the doc first to see if it was indicated. Without committing one of the issues you listed, ShuffleFaster, such as coming in with theories, etc. how would you navigate this? I suppose it's true I do have a theory that my ankle is not broken but I don't obviously have the expertise to know whether xrays are truly indicated versus a matter of procedure. Unfortunately cost prohibitiveness makes this an issue when deciding which recommendations to follow.
Anyways, I think seeing the doctor first will hopefully address this and lead to a differential diagnosis specific to my situation. Appreciative of the feedback.
Hope to join you all on the trails/roads again soon!
ps: LedLincoln - I s'pose I could answer that if I knew who the "REAL Psy" is and so I guess that would be a "no!" I do happen to be a shrink though
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This really isn't advice since you have already selected a physician, but in my experience, I think it could be important to find out what kind of experience a doctor has in treating running related injuries. When I had to see a doctor regarding a groin muscle injury, he made lame jokes about my running -- "What are you running from?" -- and seemed to find it funny/silly that I would want to run long distances. I only needed him to refer me to a physical therapist so I only saw him once, but I wondered how committed he would be to helping me achieve my running goals. A few years later, I went back to the practice for a broken collarbone (again, not a running injury and the practice was local and took my insurance) and I got a similar reaction. The second doctor assumed that the only thing I would be interested in doing for exercise would be playing tennis since I was a 50-something woman living in the suburbs. Although he monitored the healing of my collarbone, he had little practical advice on when I could resume running or cycling. I would definitely not go back there for a running-related injury.
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ShuffleFaster thanks so much for the wonderfully comprehensive reply that will likely be helpful to so many others!! Much appreciated!
One element that hasn't entered the conversation yet is insurance coverage and cost. I was informed by the staff at the doc's office where I'm going that x-rays will be done before I see the doc. Since my insurance doesn't cover that I asked to see the doc first to see if it was indicated. Without committing one of the issues you listed, ShuffleFaster, such as coming in with theories, etc. how would you navigate this? I suppose it's true I do have a theory that my ankle is not broken but I don't obviously have the expertise to know whether xrays are truly indicated versus a matter of procedure. Unfortunately cost prohibitiveness makes this an issue when deciding which recommendations to follow.
Anyways, I think seeing the doctor first will hopefully address this and lead to a differential diagnosis specific to my situation. Appreciative of the feedback.
Hope to join you all on the trails/roads again soon!
ps: LedLincoln - I s'pose I could answer that if I knew who the "REAL Psy" is and so I guess that would be a "no!" I do happen to be a shrink though
I think it's perfectly reasonable to request an exam before x-rays.
The reason why x-rays are generally done first is for efficiency's sake. That way, the doc can examine you while having the x-rays all in one single encounter instead of examining you, then getting an x-ray, then coming back to give you his/her opinion.
Personally, while understandable, I think that's suboptimal. If you don't examine the patient first, how do you know what particular x-ray to order? For example, if a patient has wrist pain, many times, we will order a special view (i.e. scaphoid view) ONLY if a particular region of the wrist is tender to exam. Depending on where your ankle/foot hurts, you may need stress views, etc. No way of telling until you get examined.
I'm of the philosophy that a physician should interview and examine the patient and only suggest ordering what is necessary instead of the shotgun approach. IMHO, a doc should also discuss whatever tests they want to do with the patient to get their take on the proposed plan before carrying it out.
The potential downside of declining pre-appointment x-rays is that it may cost you some time, since your appointment is going to be interrupted (most likely) by some sort of x-ray. Worst case scenario is that they will make you come back for a second appointment, but that seems unlikely since every private practice Ortho doc I'm familiar with does x-rays right on site.
Bottom line, IMHO. YOU are the patient, and it's YOUR body and YOUR money. If you want an exam first, I would respectfully suggest making that known to the office in a collegial fashion and tell 'em since you gotta pay for it out of pocket, you'd like an exam first so that you be sure to get only the exact x-rays you need.
If they balk at that very reasonable request, then I'd ask them to run the request past the doc (or talk to the doc yourself). If they absolutely refuse, then I'd find another doc.
Hope that helps a little.
PS: I agree with jerseyrunner--sports medicine guys, especially those that run themselves can be very useful in these situations.
Thanks ShuffleFaster and others for their input! Glad to have the support.
I had a good experience at the doc, not pressured to take x-rays, which turns out weren't appropriate at this point. My doctor ended up recommending a CAM (controlled ankle movement, I think) boot to treat achilles and/or peroneal tendonitis since it's been going on 9 months now. I have some questions about that, for another post, but want to reiterate my appreciation for the tips going in. I brought in a factual history timeline of my symptoms, typed up, which the doc seemed to appreciate and made the history taking smooth and thorough.


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The Los Angeles-based organization plans a broadcast advertising campaign for the spring programs, designed to attract general market and Hispanic consumers, according to a news release from Avocados from Mexico. The program includes online advertising, social media efforts, consumer promotions and in-store merchandising.
Eduardo Serena, APEAM (the Avocado Producers and Exporting Packers Association of Mexico) marketing director, said in the release that volumes were at record highs leading into the Super Bowl and the Mexican association wants to keep the momentum going.
With a March launch, a retailer display contest is set during the college basketball tournament. APEAM has merchandising materials to help retailers create custom displays related to March Madness.
As spring continues, a breakfast campaign is planned. Activities are scheduled to include a consumer sweepstakes on Facebook. A separate promotion to tie-in with an American Egg Board joint coupon is scheduled for April and will include online advertising.
Another spring promotion is aimed at the Hispanic community and features José Hernández, better known as Chef Pepín. Avocados from Mexico plans in-store demonstrations and point-of-sale materials for retailers, plus online ads and recipes from the Chef Pepin.
Promotions are scheduled to continue into summer with chef Rick Bayless showing consumers how to use avocados to enhance their barbecues with avocados from Mexico.


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Child's Own Studio
Kid-commissioned customized toys
Be it a bunny or a bear, there's often at least one special toy that a child clings to for security, without which their world—and their parents'—might swiftly crumble. Creative mom Wendy Tsao sets out to strengthen that relationship with Child's Own Studio, which she founded to make custom stuffed plushie toys based on kids' drawings. "When my son started kindergarten, his school asked for a comfort toy to put in his emergency preparation kit. Instead of sending in one of his favorite stuffed toys or running to the store to buy something, I decided to sew one myself" she explains. "I was thinking of making his favorite animal, but then I saw his self-portrait. He drew it all the time, and it always—more or less—looked the same, with huge eye circles, stick arms and ten long wispy digits. So, I thought, 'why not?' And when I was finished, my son immediately recognized it and was very appreciative."
Tsao realized the potential for child-commissioned toys, and five years later she continues to build whimsical creatures for both children and parents of children who have passed away, like the red Ferrari softie conceived by a boy in the U.K. who passed away, for his brother who missed him. From a stick figure morphed into a peculiar, stringy-legged fellow to a remarkably detailed pizza chef complete with a handful of vegetable toppings, Tsao's plushies bear a strong resemblance to the 2D masterpieces that inspire them that's sure to make kids feel both pride and delight at first sight.
Although the name of her company appears to limit commissions, Tsao accepts the occasional adult request, but with caution. "They have to look child-like, not designed nor computer-generated," says Tsao. "I find accomplished drawings the least inspiring for me. There is no room for my creative input or possibilities of interpretation, which is what I find most rewarding in the whole process." Tsao says the reception to her craft has been overwhelmingly positive, but admits that sometimes she has to decline requests, "I often turn away orders—usually from adult designers—if I think it's beyond my skill or patience level."
While each design is different, most toys take Tsao one to two days to complete. In addition to the one-of-a-kind aesthetic, her creations stand out for their range of vibrant materials that help to bring a child's drawing to life.
As Tsao makes her way down the waiting list of monsters, farm animals, princesses and heroes, she has let her own imagination start to wander. "I started embellishing my softie projects on my blog with little stories—maybe it's my interest in stop-motion movies creeping in," she says. "This is a new direction that I might pursue further if I have enough time."
Due to volume Child's Own is currently not taking additional commissions for the wait list, but Tsao recommends similar services in her "Softmaker Showcase" on the website.


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POLICE are appealing for witnesses to an incident in Malvern last month in which a man was asked for money and pushed to the ground.
At about 5.45pm on Monday, June 16 a 45-year-old man from the town was walking through the grounds of Holy Trinity Church in Worcester Road when a man wearing a black hooded top approached him and demanded him give him money.
He then pushed the victim to the ground and ran off towards North Malvern Road after a vehicle drove past the scene.
The attacker is described as white, of medium build and was aged in his late 20s or early 30s. He was between five feet, eight inches and five feet, 10 inches tall with pale skin. As well as the hooded top he was wearing dark coloured trousers, and dark coloured cut-off fingerless gloves.
Anyone with any information can call police on 101 quoting incident number 706-s-160614.
Information can also be passed anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or via www.crimestoppers-uk.org.


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Below is a list of frequently asked questions related to the IEEE Brand Identity Toolkit.
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The IEEE One Voice video can be used in multiple venues and forums including conferences, events, presentations, and meetings. The audience may include members, volunteers, staff, media/press, and the interested general public.
IEEE requests that the video be used in good faith to represent IEEE in a positive manner. Unauthorized copying of these video files is prohibited.
The Visual Identity Guidelines explain how to use visual elements to create and strengthen the perception of the IEEE brand. The guidelines define the look-and-feel of the IEEE, and explain in more detail the proper use of the IEEE Master Brand in a variety of print and Web-based applications. The visual elements include color palettes, typography, imagery, and the design system (the wedge). The visual elements were streamlined into best practices to convey the organization's culture, personality, and core brand values.
Anyone who represents IEEE is encouraged to use these guidelines when creating IEEE communications to achieve a high level of visual consistency and to ensure the integrity of the IEEE brand on all branded materials. They outline both existing IEEE best practices and opportunities for increased alignment and brand leverage.
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Color plays an important role in representing the IEEE Brand. Using IEEE Blue (PMS 3015), or process color equivalent on all corporate-wide communications is strongly encouraged. The black or white options are also acceptable. For all sub-brand applications, the black or white options are preferred.
The original "Reflex blue" is among the most common (and consequently indistinctive) of corporate blues. The goal was to develop something more muted but still identifiable. The new IEEE blue, along with the bright colors of the new color palette, give the sense of forward-movement, energy and innovation. This palette also allows for flexibility in brand communications where sub-brand, cultural, or product distinction is warranted.
Use the IEEE Master Brand on materials that contain other IEEE or organization's logos. Use the IEEE Master Brand + Tagline graphic on all corporate materials, or when no other logo or logo with a tagline exists.
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Improved weather forecasts for major South American grain and soybean growing regions undercut the U.S. grain and soybean complexes Wednesday and again Thursday morning. Traders also seemed to underestimate the likely result of the latest weekly report from the Energy Information Administration (EIA), since nearby corn futures proved quite firm in the wake of the release (which showed domestic ethanol production virtually unchanged from the week prior). Wire service sources cited bull spreading and background support from tight U.S. corn supplies for the late strength. We expect muted fluctuations in overnight trading, since the weekly Export Sales reports will be released tomorrow morning. March corn ended its Thursday session having risen 3 1/2 cents to $7.24 ¼, whereas December fell 4 3/4 cents to $5.85 1/2 per bushel.
Prospects for improved weather over the major crop growing areas of Southern Brazil and Argentina weighed heavily upon CBOT soybean futures late Wednesday and early Thursday, but the market posted a strong comeback before the afternoon close. However, news that U.S. exporters had contracted to deliver over 500,000 tonnes of beans to China in the 2013-14 crop year seemed to offer belated support. That probably doesn't mean a great deal at this point, but it seemingly reminded traders of the rapid pace of recent U.S. sales ahead of the Friday morning Export Sales data. It will be interesting to see if the numbers live up to expectations. March beans settled just 1 3/4 cents lower, at $14.35 1/4 per bushel Thursday afternoon, while March soyoil rose 0.08 cents to 52.11 cents/pound and March meal slipped $2.0 to $414.7/ton.
Wheat traders seemed to lack for substantive news Thursday, which might have opened the door to an advance based upon the persistent dryness dominating the U.S. Southern Plains. And yet, the golden grain markets suffered substantial losses despite impressive corn and soybean rebounds later in the day. Bears could cite a 700,000-tonne (13%) increase in forecast Ukrainian export during the current crop year and/or significantly reduced expectations for the Friday Export Sales report for the drop. Otherwise, the market simply seems weak, especially with the March CBOT contract proving unable to top chart resistance associated with its 10-day moving average. March CBOT wheat closed out the pit session having fallen 5 3/4 cents to $7.68 1/2, while March KCBT wheat dropped 7 1/4 cents to $8.21 1/2 and March MGE futures dipped 5 1/4 cents to $8.55 1/2.
The cattle situation appeared quite weak Thursday morning, since Russian threats to restrict its red meat imports, sliding cash and wholesale values and the seemingly negative implications of pre-report surveys published ahead of the Friday Afternoon USDA Cattle on Feed report were weighing upon the market. Thus, nearby futures ended the Chicago session only slightly higher. However, the persistent futures firmness in the face of the various threats apparently persuaded beef packers to pay up for fed cattle across the Great Plains. The early-afternoon news then sent cattle futures decisively higher in early-afternoon electronic trading, thereby appearing to put an end to the recent threat of a major follow-through move to the downside. We suspect the Friday CME session will be marked by more of the same as traders prepare for the afternoon Cattle on Feed report. February cattle ended the open outcry session having risen just 0.10 cents to 125.87 cents/pound, while April closed 0.10 cents lower at 130.35.
Hopes for seasonal strength seemed to support CME lean hog futures again Thursday, with traders very likely focusing upon cash market strength at this juncture. That is, surging country prices have actually pushed the CME lean hog index to a premium over nearby futures. For example, the exchange-calculated cash equivalent is expected to reach 87.78 cents/pound Friday morning, while the February future ended the day at 87.05. Moreover, the hog/pork complex has a history of rising seasonally into mid-February, so traders are probably justified in thinking the nearby contract enjoys significant upside potential. As pointed out above, February hogs closed 1.07 cents higher at 87.05 cents/pound Thursday afternoon, while June futures climbed 0.80 cents to 97.40.


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This guesthouse is located in central Paris, close to the Gare du Nord, that is directly connected with both airports (Orly and Roissy) and major stations.
It is located in a quiet street, on the 4th floor (with elevator) of a typical Parisian building.
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Two rooms are open for rent. Note that one has a shower and a private water point: the room Cezanne.
The room rates for two people, range from 76 euros and 90 euros per night, including breakfast (price for a stay of two nights or more).
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Earlier this year, my parents went out on a limb and adopted a dog from our local animal shelter.
It was a surprising move considering they gave every extra ounce of attention to their other "perfect" spoiled, pudgy dog. It was hard to believe they thought to open their hearts to another furry friend – let alone one from the shelter.
The dog they chose had long black, mangled fur and was desperately in need of a bath and good meal. We weren't even exactly sure if he was cute because his face was covered in dreadlocked fur. He was definitely in need of "lovins."
We were skeptical of him. Although he was healthy with no ticks, fleas or rabies, he was from a shelter, which we immediately assumed meant there was a possibility that he had a mean side or could be strange. He acted differently than pudgy dog and seemed unsure about his new surroundings. He didn't play with toys and was confused about the new name, "Harry," which we decided fit better than his given shelter name.
A week after his arrival, he began to look and act like a new dog. He, of course, was given a bath and haircut, which seemed to give him more personality. He started playing with toys, interacting with pudgy dog and greeted everyone at the door. He didn't bite; he wasn't mean or weird. You could say he was an average "normal" dog.
Today, he's another member of the family. My sisters and I called him "brother," which we love because we never had one before him. He's always pawing for attention, sneaks licks at faces and always wants to cuddle on a shoulder. Sometimes I think if he had arms, he'd reach out and give hugs. He is no longer a stranger in our house – he's our little Harry dog.
I've heard and seen several people turn their nose in the air at the thought of adopting a shelter dog. There's a stigma out there that shelter dogs, especially black ones, are mean, abused, sickly or unhealthy, have trouble bonding with new families and don't have owners for a reason. They're referred to sometimes as "damaged goods."
The many misconceptions about the quality of animals in rescue shelters is disheartening.
My hope is that Harry's story may inspire or change minds of those searching for a companion and have avoided expanding their search in local shelters.
Harry turned out to be one of a kind with his own personality. He has filled an empty spot in our hearts that we didn't even know we had. This experience has proven to my family that shelter dogs are just as good as a dog in the window at a pet store. My own mother is one to admit she would have never thought to look in a shelter because of the stigmas they hold. It was a very rare matter that my parents just happened to make that random stop to see what the shelter had.
Animals all have their own special reasons for ending up in the shelter and are simply just there waiting for a nice, warm home. If you're looking for a pet, please stop in and see who's hanging out at the local animal shelter. Odds are your "Harry" is sitting there waiting for you.
BCR Staff Writer Goldie Currie can be reached at email@example.com.


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A PHOTOGRAPHER from Malvern has won a top award for one of her wildlife pictures.
Sue Dudley's image, entitled Bedewed Bluebell, was named best picture in the world flora category of the Scottish Seabird Centre's annual nature photography awards.
And another one of her pictures, Sedge Warbler, was commended in the Scottish Wildlife category of the competition, which is aimed at amateur photographers.
Mrs Dudley said: "I'm thrilled to have had my photo selected from such a large and high-quality field, and especially to have a humble British bluebell win a class for world flora, which must have contained many exotic plants from overseas.
"Having seen the standard of some of the entries, I'm also delighted and amazed to have had a photo commended in the Scottish Wildlife category."
Award-winning photographer Lorne Gill, who was one of the judges, said: "This has been my first year involved in judging and I have been impressed by what I have seen.
"The entries have been thought-provoking and creative across all the categories. Technically the pictures are stronger than ever and aesthetically very good indeed. Well done to Sue!"


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This article was published 14/2/2013 (1648 days ago), so information in it may no longer be current.
The public is being warned about a man who lures eager iPhone fans to the North End on the pretext of selling them an iPhone 5 but robs them at gunpoint instead.
The same scenario played out twice in the last week, most recently Tuesday night and before that on Feb. 6.
Winnipeg police said victims were lured to the same area and the description of the suspect in both incidents is similar.
WPS spokesman Const. Jason Michalyshen said everyone is looking for a good deal but cautioned that buying items from online classified ad sites can be potentially dangerous.
"We live in an age where a lot of interaction with the public occurs online," Michalyshen said. "But we don't always know who we're dealing with on the other end.
"You are engaging in an activity where there is a relatively high level of risk."
The victims of the Tuesday night incident contacted the Free Press to tell their harrowing ordeal.
The couple saw an ad on the online classified service Kijiji for an iPhone5 and made arrangements through email to meet the seller at his home in the 300 block of Magnus Avenue at about 7:30 p.m.
The couple said they arrived but thought the scene was unsafe, so contacted the seller via email and asked him to meet them at their car.
The seller insisted the couple go to the door.
But when the couple went to the home, the resident said he knew nothing about the ad.
As the couple were getting into their vehicle, they were confronted by a male with a sawed-off shotgun who demanded their money.
"I got in and then my girlfriend but before she could close the car door, he placed the gun barrel inside so she couldn't close the door," the 22-year-old man said. "He pointed the barrel at her. She was really scared.
"He wanted the money. We gave it to him and then he told us to drive off and he took off."
The couple said they are convinced the robber was the same person who they had been dealing with and that he gave them the false address simply to lure them there to rob them.
The couple drove a block, pulled over and called police.
The police canine unit was brought to the scene. Winnipeg police confirmed the robbery and that no arrests have been made.
The couple said police told them Tuesday night another robbery in a similar fashion had taken place a week before.
Michalyshen said a 21-year-old man was robbed in a similar fashion the night of Feb. 6 in the 300-block of Burrows Avenue.
Michalyshen said it was clear in both cases that the victims were lured to the North End, with the suspect knowing they would be carrying a large amount of cash.
In both instances, similar descriptions of the robber were provided: Male, aboriginal in appearance, between 5'11" and 6'2" tall, medium build, clean shaven, wearing dark clothing and possibly in possession of a long gun.


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Editor's note: This is a guest post from Andre Naser at Club-Offers.com. To learn how to win a 3 month membership into their beer and cigar clubs, see the details below.
There was once a time when a man with a cigar in his mouth was held in high regard; a time when a young man toasted farewell to adolescence by igniting the end of a cigar that "just happened" to slip out of his father's humidor. A time where the arrival of a man's progeny was celebrated with cigars in the hospital's waiting room. A time when one could find a guillotine right alongside a man's trusty pocketknife.
A 21-year-old Winston Churchill, on a quest to prove his manliness, ventured to the island of Cuba. It was in Cuba where Churchill began his love affair with the cigar. He described cigars as part of his "rule of life prescribed as an absolutely sacred rite; smoke cigars and drinking of alcohol before, after and if need be during all meals and in the intervals between them." Churchill was so renowned for his cigar habit that a cigar of especially large magnitude still carries his name today: The Churchill cigar.
There can certainly be some intimidation when you first walk into a well-stocked cigar humidor. How can you possibly tell the difference between a Montecristo and an Ashton? Does it matter if this "Romeo y Julieta" came from the Dominican Republic and not Cuba? (why yes, it does). Fear not. After reading these quick tips on choosing a quality cigar, you'll have an idea on how to pick a quality cigar. You'll also be left wondering why you ever thought picking up a pack of Swisher Sweets from the gas station was a good idea.
Anatomy of a Cigar
The head: This is the end you put in your mouth. It's sealed off and will require cutting; a guillotine is preferred to reduce the chance of smashing the cigar; however, a sharp knife will do. But for the love of God, do not use your teeth!
The foot: This is the side that you light.
The filler: A nice, consistent blend of dried and fermented tobacco.
The wrapper: The outside of the cigar. It varies in color from light to dark. A lot of the cigar's flavor comes from this outer layer.
Choosing a Cigar
Now that you know your head from your foot, we can move onto choosing a cigar. Check out a local cigar club. They'll likely have a well-stocked humidor and a knowledgeable tobacconist who will guide you through the selection. When you arrive at the cigar club, you'll walk into a humidor full of cigars. Humidors help maintain an optimal level of moisture inside the tobacco. If it's too humid, the tobacco will rot. If it's not humid enough, the cigars will dry out and lose their flavor and aroma.
If this is your first time smoking a cigar, stay away from the higher-priced ones since, at this point, you won't be able to truly savor the distinguishing elements of an expensive cigar. Besides, price isn't the most most important factor in choosing a cigar. There are plenty of cheaper cigars out there that hold top ratings from major cigar publications.
While price isn't that important when selecting a cigar, cigar construction and tobacco quality are. The cigar's construction determines how smooth and even the draw is when you smoke it. You can test the construction of a cigar by rolling it between the thumb and index finger of your hand. As you do this, make sure the cigar's outside doesn't have any lumps. Also check that the body is not too soft or void of filling. You want the cigar to have a nice even consistency and fill. A rough texture or any other mark of bad construction means a less smooth draw when you inhale. With a well constructed cigar, the ash will maintain the shape of the cigar as it is smoked.
The second important factor when buying a cigar is the tobacco's quality. You typically can't determine tobacco quality simply by looking at the outside of the cigar. So how do you know which brands use good quality tobacco? It's mainly based on reputation. Ask the tobacconist or your friends for recommendations on cigars that use quality tobacco. It's usually a safe bet to go with larger brands. The big cigar brands tend to use higher quality tobacco in their cigars because they usually have first dibs on the quality stuff. In your quest to find cigars that use quality tobacco, just remember to purchase one cigar at a time instead of buying boxes. You don't want to be left with a box of crummy cigars you'll never smoke.
Now before you go running off to your local cigar club, let me first answer a question that typically comes up from those who want to learn more about cigars.
The Cuban Debate: Are Cuban Cigars Really Better?
I must first preface my answer by saying this: if you live in the U.S., don't even bother trying to buy a Cuban cigar locally. Because of a 1962 embargo against Cuba, Cuban cigars are not allowed in the U.S. (legally, at least). But because Cuban cigars are so desirable, a large counterfeit industry has popped up in the United States. If someone says they have some Cuban cigars for sale, steer clear. It's probably a fake and will leave your mouth tasting like charcoal when you smoke it.
You'll also find clever Cuban immigrants rolling cigars claiming that since they themselves are Cuban, the cigars can be sold as "Cuban cigars." A clever scam, but a scam nonetheless. If you really want to smoke a Cuban cigar, you'll either have to head north to Canada or south to Mexico.
Now to answer the original question: Yes, Cuban cigars are indeed better. Cuban cigars are highly regulated by the Cuban government and are held to a very high standard. They're also constructed by some of the most skilled cigar rollers in the world. The "torcedores," as they are referred to in Spanish, have been rolling cigars their entire lives, often learning the skill from family members who passed the knowledge on from generation to generation. The skill these workers employ ensures a consistent fill for the cigar every time. The flavor of a Cuban cigar tends to be extremely overpowering to someone not acquainted with cigars. They are much more full and smoky compared to their Dominican counterparts that tend have a more peppery and spiced flavor.
It All Comes Down to Personal Preference
The cigar-smoking experience is very personal. Everyone has different tastes, so make sure to try a few different varieties in order to discover your cigar of choice. It's similar to finding your favorite beer. You probably didn't know it was your favorite until you experimented with some different variations: more hops, less wheat, maybe some orange zest. But when you finally found your favorite beer, you knew it was the one. Cigars are going to be the exact same way.
And what if you could have a variety of cigars mailed straight to your door every month? Well, with the Cigar Of the Month Club you can try new and different cigars without leaving your house. It's like the Fruit of the Month Club, but manlier.
The Beer and Cigar of the Month Giveaway
A 3-month membership to a cigar of the month and beer of the month club is up for grabs in this giveaway. One lucky winner will be getting a monthly shipment of 12, 12-ounce microbrews from two lightly distributed domestic microbreweries with a total of 4 different varieties to try. They'll also get five professionally chosen, hand-rolled cigars from around the world. The focus each month is on quality cigars ranging from a variety of types. More information on the exact package can be found here.
How to Enter: To enter, simply leave a comment on this post sharing your favorite cigar brand, tip, or experience.
Deadline to Enter: The deadline to enter the contest is Monday, November 9 at 11PM EST. The winner will be announced on Saturday, November 14 in the weekly roundup.
- Only open to residents of the United States (sorry, laws don't let us ship alcohol and tobacco internationally)
- Must be 21 to win.
- Due to local laws beer can not be shipped to the following states: AK, HI, ME, and UT.
- Adult Signature Requirements (Beer & Wine) – All beer or wine shipments are sent via Federal Express, UPS, or other local ground service carriers with an adult signature sticker required on the box. It's best to have your shipments sent to a location where someone (21 & up) will be there to sign for it. Each carrier will make one or more delivery attempts and if unsuccessful they will leave door tags and/or phone messages indicating the attempted deliveries. Please respond to any communication from the carrier right away. After the final delivery attempt, the box is routed back to the local consolidation center closest to your shipping address and you may be given a short period to pick it up before it is sent back to our fulfillment center. We've intentionally packaged our shipments in a very non-descript, brown corrugated box such that most of our customers are comfortable having their shipments sent to their daytime location.
- The memberships will be "gift memberships" which will automatically stop after the 3 months. They will be able to go online and easily continue membership on their own if they want, or let it expire without doing anything.
Last updated: December 10, 2009