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New ad shows that the Samsung Galaxy S II won't leave you in the cold
Before the Samsung Galaxy S II, you would have to struggle with numb, useless fingers. But the handset allows you to open the text application, dictate the message, and send it all by using your voice.
As we have reported, the device is set to launch in the U.K. on May 1st. While at the current time there is no word on a U.S. release for the Samsung Galaxy S II, it is expected that the Korean based manufacturer will not leave the States out in the uh...cold.
source: AndroidCentral
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1. 504 (unregistered)
Um the Evo been using talk to text this is nothing new. They also have talk to search.
13. america123jeff (Posts: 36; Member since: 14 Apr 2011)
yeah so do a lot of phones, but the talk to text they use sucks...balls...harry ones
2. BerryN (unregistered)
After Samsung fiasco of installation Froyo on Fascinate, Samsung can forget about selling that one to me. F. it...I had to root me Fascinate to get a Froyo on it. Samsung most defiantly will leave you out in the cold.
14. Eingild (Posts: 203; Member since: 19 Apr 2011)
Dude, you're in America and yet you don't know that it's the carriers' fault that handsets are getting very late OS updates? The original Samsung Galaxy S without any carrier crap is already receiving it's Gingerbread update. Yes, Samsung pulled it off earlier this week but they are resuming the updates as we speak today.
3. LOLBerryN (unregistered)
Samsung Galaxy S II is going to be sooo sexy ! yes, i am going to buy it sorry BerryN
6. BobbyTaba (Posts: 316; Member since: 11 Aug 2010)
if it has gingerbread and they update to ice cream i will get it
7. BerryN (unregistered)
Good for you! I would rather buy next iPhone then another Samsung product.
11. doubler86 (Posts: 320; Member since: 26 Jan 2011)
Whoa whoa berryN lets not get carried away now. You shouldn't set ur standards that low.
15. ean (unregistered)
yup. android is indeed a low standard OS.
4. Tottenham (Posts: 86; Member since: 05 Jan 2011)
Had a Fascinate. Couldn't get decent signal strength at my suburban Knoxville, TN home. Took it back. Glad I did.
5. IOS5 (unregistered)
is this the same guy acting in 300 movie! this is sprtaaaa hahahah
8. TDroid21 (Posts: 70; Member since: 04 Apr 2011)
It's king leonidus holding sgs2!!
12. doubler86 (Posts: 320; Member since: 26 Jan 2011)
The facinate sucked there's no doubt about it but samsung has really improved. There other phones were good that just messed up by putting the worst galaxy on the biggest carrier (verizon). Almost any droid was better than it. I do like their interface that's over android though. I do think they have the best tablets, but I will only either get The Bionic(now Targa) or this phone if it comes to the US. Those will be the best phones of 2011 hands down
16. Jose (unregistered)
The bionic is going to be powered by the Tegra 2 if I'm not mistaken, witch is an amazing chip-set. But don't be fooled Samsung is not falling behind, they're S II is gonna have the powerhouse Eynox (http://phandroid.com/2011/03/0
4/samsung-exynos-4210-galaxy-s-ii-chipset-rocks-in-3d-gaming-showcase/) hands down the best chip-set on the market right now.
Tegra 2 vs Eynox both are killer at multitasking with they're Dual Cores, both are great at gaming. Actually some of the S II might be shipping with Tegra 2 according to a leak saying that Samsung wont be able to produce enough of they're chip-sets to accommodate all of the pre-oders and release phones.


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The acquisition costs of the three diagnostic systems assessed above vary markedly, but what is the annual cost of ownership to operators? To calculate this, AIN assumed a three-year amortization of the purchase price for the VitalLink and Tempus systems (EMS-Link is leased). On top of this, $3,500 was added to the annual cost of VitalLink and Tempus to reflect the new customer/single-aircraft rate charge by medical support provider MedAire (EMS-Link includes the price of medical support in the lease rate).
On this basis the annual costs for the three systems are $20,166 for Tempus, $10,166 for VitalLink and $9,980 for EMS-Link.
In fact, RDT maintained that it expects Tempus to have an operational life of seven years. On this basis, the annual cost for the system would fall to $10,640. Similarly, the cost for VitalLink would drop to $6,356 and EMS-Link would be unchanged, assuming the lease could be extended beyond the initial five-year term.
The 250-percent purchase price differential between VitalLink and Tempus can in part be explained by different features such as the
12- and three-lead ECGs. RDT claims it has taken a more robust approach to engineering and certification, and used entirely purpose-built components.
TeleMedic Systems has made greater use of off-the-shelf components for VitalLink, including the Fujitsu handheld PC, and standard ECG leads and blood-oxygen sensors. It has also employed a manufacture-to-stock process, having up to 150 units built at a time by third-party firms in the U.S. (rather than the more costly UK). However, TeleMedic CEO Chris Turner insisted that the company has retained firm control over systems integration and design, as well as software development. He would not accept the suggestion that performance compromises (compared with the Tempus' functionality) have been made to reduce the price.
Both the Tempus and VitalLink systems come in "ruggedized" containers. The equipment is also used in harsh operating environments such as ships and war zones.

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Solu Cultural Trip-16Days
This trek lies in Solu region which is quite remote area where we can see only few tourists.. This area is only for camping not for tea house where only local people houses are found. We This trek route goes through lower Everest area. In this trek we can see Mt.Everest, Mt.Kanchenjunga, Mt.Makalu, Mera Peak, Numbur Himal, Ama Dablam, Thamserku, Dudh Kunda, Gauri Shankar and many other peaks mainly from Pike Peak and Changge Danda as well. This trip helps us to know about the local culture along with Sherpa Culture. In this region we can find different types of rhododendron species and other kinds of flowers and birds too. We can enjoy this trek in September-October and March-April. The itinerary for this trip is mentioned below.
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What is an abandoned vehicle?
Any vehicle observed by an authorized officer or reported by a member of the public to have been left within the limits of any highway or upon the property of another without the consent of the property owner for a period of twenty-four (24) hours or longer, except that a vehicle shall not be considered abandoned if its owner-operator is unable to remove it from the place where it is located and has notified a law enforcement agency and requested assistance. Some examples of abandoned vehicles include unauthorized vehicles which have been left on:
• A public roadway • Your business property (see below) • Your residential property (see below)
Note: Law Enforcement may exercise discretion when marking and/or towing abandoned vehicles from business and residential properties (Private Property) due to being a civil matter. Law Enforcement may mark and/or tow a vehicle provided that business has a limited number of parking paces, or if a vehicle is blocking access or other portion of the property without permission. Should Law Enforcement not get involved, it is recommended that the property owner or authorized agent consult with their own legal advisor to seek remedy for vehicle removal.
Who do I contact to report an abandoned vehicle? You can call non-emergency dispatch at 377-6790, the Boise Police Vehicle Impound Unit at 570-6120, or fill out a Parking Enforcement Request by clicking here. To report the vehicle abandoned you must provide the following information: Vehicle location, description of the vehicle, license plate number (if applicable), and your name, address, and a contact phone number.
Who do I contact if I find my vehicle was marked as abandoned and towed? You can call non-emergency dispatch at 377-6790 or the Boise Police Vehicle Impound Unit Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at 570-6120 or 570-6123.
Who do I contact to have a vehicle removed from my property? Who you contact depends on whether or not your property is properly posted. You have proper posting if you have a sign or notice that:
If your property is posted as described previously, you may simply call the towing company listed on your posting and have them remove the vehicle.
If your property is not posted as described above and within Boise City limits, you should contact the Boise Police Department Dispatch Center at 377-6790 and report the vehicle as abandoned.
It is unlawful to knowingly request a tow of a lawfully parked vehicle on private property without proper signing. The signing cannot be posted after the fact. It is recommended that businesses, apartment complexes, hotels, and other locations contact a towing company to inquire about obtaining private property towing services and signing.
Do I always have to wait 48 hours to have a vehicle removed if my property is not posted? No. A law enforcement agency may immediately have a vehicle towed if it is blocking your driveway or is substantially interfering with the use and enjoyment of your property. Do not call a tow truck operator yourself. If you do, you could be required to pay the towing and storage charges.
Are there any other circumstances where a vehicle can be towed immediately? Yes. Law enforcement agencies may have a vehicle towed in any situation where the vehicle:
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If a tow fee is required to cliam your vehicle, please bring payment in the form of check or money order payable to "City of Boise" or bring cash in the exact amount. A copy of the towing invoice will be provided to you.
For all releases, please bring a valid I.D., any tools needed, air compressor, jumper cables, spare keys, or other required items, as water and electricity are not available.
What if you sell a vehicle that is later abandoned? If you have not filed a Release of Liability Statement as required by Idaho law after selling or transferring a vehicle, you may receive a citation and be held liable for the same penalties, in addition to the towing and storage charges.
(You can also be held liable for traffic accidents and parking tickets involving the vehicle)
Release of liability forms are printed on the bottom of newer title certificates and on the backs of vehicle registrations. You can also get them from your county assessor's motor vehicle office or from the following link:
For other helpful information on abandoned vehicle you refer to theIdaho Transportation Department Abandoned Vehicle Guide
Idaho Criminal and Traffic Laws pertaining to Abandoned Vehicles and helpful information:
Idaho Department of Motor Vehicles
Idaho Code 49-1801 thru 49-1819
Idaho Code 49-526
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I Love Paul Mccartney
Personal Stories, Advice, and Support 145 People
About PaulI love Paul McCartney!! I like so many things about him. First of all he's a genius musician, I LOVE his songs. I think he makes really good songs. I think he's my ideal man based on looks (in the 60's/70's though). He's super cute and handsome, he has these like dreamy gorgeous...
knifetwister 31-35, F 0 Nov 4, 2013
only thing that perplexed me about him iswhen Ringo said that macca is "pleasantly insincere". anyone know the backstory?
donbgs 22-25, M 0 Mar 25, 2015
Where Are the Young Macca Fans???Well I've never seen him in concert or met him or anything like everyone else on this website seems to have, but I do absolutely LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE his music and lyrics and his voice and everything and think that he is the best singer songwriter and musician that...
beatlemaniac487 18-21, F 1 Response 0 Dec 30, 2007
Sir Paul McCartney Celebrates His 69th BirthdayYesterday was Sir Paul McCartney celebrated his 69 th birthday. He born on June 18, 1942. And he is also celebrating his new album that he just releasing soon. I have been a devoted fan ever since I was 8 years old. At that time he was with The Beatles. I first saw the Beatles...
Last NightHis performance at the Brit Awards last night was stunning. I couldn't take my eyes off of what I was seeing. It was fantastic and has sparked my new respect for him and his music :)
Luangi 18-21, F 1 Response 0 Feb 21, 2008
Isn't Anyone Going to Add Their Story?I feel alone here. Come on Macca fans..write away!!!
IrishDancinMum 46-50, F 1 Response 0 Dec 8, 2007
The Greatest Ever Composer Of Music And SongIf i just said Greatest songwriter ever,then it would be difficult choosing between John Lennon and Macca. But when it comes to the overall package,then McCartney is the undisputed master of Music. It is truly amazing,the amount of Songs and Music he has composed. I saw him live...
NatureHombre 46-50, M 3 Responses 0 Jan 11, 2013
Sir Paul Mccartney Official DaySir Paul, deserves a tribute everywhere, all around the world. Sign the petition, spread it all over, and Let It Be, pleaseeeeeee http://www.ipetitions.com/petition/sirpaulmccartneyofficialday/ It's a simple idea... Simple, yet powerful... Many people all over the world...
sarahm88 22-25 1 Response 0 Sep 6, 2010
Random Youtube Videook all of you macca fans, go to youtube and type in "paul mccartney making mashed potatoes" it is the most hilarious thing ever!!!! its really random and really funny. just watch it and you will see what i mean!
beatlemaniac487 18-21, F 2 Responses 1 Jan 20, 2008
Paul Is the UltimateHello.. Been a McCartney fan since 1964. Met the guy 8 times, named a child after him and even have an English boyfriend with the name Paul :) He's so incredibly talented. Kirsty
IrishDancinMum 46-50, F 2 Responses 1 Dec 3, 2007
Happy Late Birthday Sir Paul McCartney!!!All I have to say is wish him the best of luck and I lovveeeee him soooo much!!! Also I wish him to live up 50 more yrs XD, lol heheh HAPPY LATE BIRTHDAY!!! lol LOVE YAH XD Long live Sir Paul McCartney and long live The Beatles and its members!! :)
aquaxx 18-21, F 1 Response 1 Jun 19, 2011
Pauls All Minehi!!! im in love with paul mccartney!!!! i recently started listning to beatles songs and omg i love them!!!!!!!!!! i dont get it how people hate paul mccartney!!! hes a sexy, gorgeous, oh so hot hottie and i love him!!!! hes made the best eva music and is like the worlds most...
paulinamccartney 13-15, F 2 Responses 1 Jun 24, 2012
Paul And My BoysI have been a Beatle fan forever. When I was a little girl my birthday present was a ticket to Shea Stadium on Aug. l5, 1965. I was sitting only 4 rows from the field. Just before the last song I left my seat to jump over the baseball fence to try and kiss Paul...
rosey122 56-60, F 3 Responses 1 Oct 3, 2010
My StoryI've loved the beatles since i was 5. My dad poped in a cd on a long car ride, it the the 1 CD and i loved it. I called them the bugs until i new their proper name. lol. Every time we were in the car i would ask my dad to put them on. Then his CD broke and i was really sad. So...
MrsMcCartney 13-15 0 Jul 5, 2009
I Love Paul MccartneyI love Paul both as a solo artist and a member of the beatles. I adore his writing skills and i shall forever be a fan. I am a stronger believer that paul is not dead. Though alot of it may be convincing I like to think its jus a joke. :)
applescruffs 22-25, F 0 Aug 9, 2009
MEMORY Almost Full Goes Platinum!!!HEY GUESS WHAT EVRERYBODY?? PAULS ALBUM WENT PLATNUM A FEW DAYS AGO!!!!!!!! I guess we Macca fans are not alone in this world!!!
beatlemaniac487 18-21, F 0 Feb 5, 2008
Always And Forever<3I've loved Paul McCartney ever since I was little and started to listen to the Beatles. I've tried to send autograph requests two times with no response. Who cannot resist his charm, talent (and puppy dog eyes!??) It may sound silly but one of my life goals is to meet...
MyVentingCorner 13-15, F 0 Mar 16, 2012
Missed the BritsIM SO SAD I MISSED THE BRIT AWARDSBUT I LIVE IN AMERICA, SO THEY WERENT ON : (
beatlemaniac487 18-21, F 1 Response 0 Feb 27, 2008
The First Time I Saw Paul And How He Saved My Life.The first time I saw Paul was when I was 9 years old. I saw him on TV, it was some kind of a special that he was doing with his new band wings. I remember saying Mamma who is that ? he's cute! She told me, then brought out all her old Beatle albums and gave them to me, I was...
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A little further information.
Ebook readers come in two types: "dedicated" readers, such as the Sony, and multi-purpose units, such as a Palm or Windows Mobile PDA. An advantage of dedicated readers is that they have large displays and generally are about the size of a book we all are familiar with. A disadvantage of these readers is that they generally will only read a book in one format (see below).
The dedicated readers are fairly new. Generally, all they do is read ebooks and have limited, in any, secondary functions. Most of these readers are limited to reading one type of book - that is a book that is formatted for that particular reader.
The multi-purpose units, such as what I use, are not really ebook readers, but are personal digital assistants, such as a Palm or Windows Mobile unit, or even a Smartphone (such as the Cingular e62, which I use) that can run many programs - and among those programs are programs that will read ebooks. The multi-purpose units have smaller screens then the dedicated units, but they are all back lighted and can display color. An advantage is that they can read ebooks in several different formats.
Formats: ebooks come in several different formats. First, there is whatever format the dedicated ebook reader can read. Second, there are formats for the multi-purpose units.
For multi-purpose units the most popular formats are Mobipocket and eReader (there are others, but these have the biggest following). To read these formats on a multi-purpose unit you need to have an ebook reading program. These programs will generally read only one format of ebook. For example, the program Mobipocket (
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) will only read books in the eReader format. But Good News! Both of these programs are free and you can download them at the websites I mentioned.
To continue to discuss the multi-purpose units: let's suppose you have download Mobipocket or eReader, or both, to your Palm. Where do you get your books? There are a number of sources.
Dedicated sources: you can buy your books directly from the Mobipocket or eReader sites. Of course, each site will have only books that can be read by its particular reader.
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With deep regret we have to announce the death of Northwich Vics stalwart Pete Wilson.
Pete was taken ill suddenly on Friday 15 of April and died tragically on the way to Leighton hospital.
Pete was a life long Vics fan and helped in all aspects of the club.
A minute silence was held before today's game against Frickley AFC in memory of Pete.
Club secretary Dave Thomas spoke about the man he knew for over 50 years; "I had grown up with Pete and went through 14 years of school with him. He was a fanatical Vics supporter home and away. If the club needed any help Pete was always the first to put his hand up. He will be sadly missed by everyone at the club."


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Arbejdsglæde is a Danish word meaning literally "work gladness/joy". There are apparently similar words in the other Scandinavian languages, and also in Dutch (arbeidsvreugde) and German (Arbeitszufriedenheit). The closest equivalent I can find in English is job satisfaction, though this doesn't seem to have quite the same meaning as the Danish one.
I found this word on Alex Kjerulf's blog, Chief Happiness Officer, in a post where he discusses some of the differences in work cultures between Scandinavia and Japan, where there's a word meaning 'death by overwork' 過労死 (karōshi).
Do you know if there's an equivalent to arbejdsglæde in other languages?


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KIP Award!
Submitted by gail manuel on Tue, 04/09/2013 - 14:19
Hi everyone! My name is Sadie! I work at Trinity Memorial Gardens and Friendship Pet Memorial Park in Maryland. I am so excited to be traveling to Tampa tomorrow to receive the KIP Award in Best Practices! This will be my first plane trip and I'm excited to be sitting in the first class cabin! Please look for me at the convention and stop to say Hi! I will also be bringing copies of my new children's book, "Sadie & Sammy: A Tail of Love, Loss, and Friendship." I really love working with families and especially children. My book is focused on helping children deal with grief and is based on my experiences and the friendships I have formed with families and children in my work at Trinity Memorial Gardens. This book will help children understand grief and bring a smile to the faces of children and adults alike!


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Find original, hand-made anniversary gifts for each year! These beautiful "roses" have been created from the traditional material of that year to mark the anniversary, including the classic paper rose which celebrates the first anniversary.
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THE Police and Crime Commissioner of Greater Manchester has claimed Government cuts of £6.4m are to directly hit front line policing.
Tony Lloyd said the money which is to be cut from the Greater Manchester Police (GMP) budget could pay for 145 police officers or 210 PCSOs.
The commissioner said: "Be in no doubt – this is money that is being taken directly from frontline policing here in Greater Manchester.
"It is funding that the chief constable could and should be using to keep the people I represent safe.
"Instead it is being used to fund pet projects that will be of little or no benefit to the people of Greater Manchester."
However, the Home Office argued police reform is working and crime levels in Greater Manchester are falling.
Proposals Mr Lloyd refers to as 'pet projects' include the Independent Police Complaints Commission (IPCC) and the scheme to allow people to join the police service and be immediately fast-tracked to a senior rank.
The largest proportion of the £6.4m cut will go towards the Police Innovation Fund, for which £2.65m will be 'top-skimmed' from GMPs budget along with £0.95m will help fund the IPCC and £0.48m will go towards the HMIC inspection.
"Remarkably, some money is even being taken from GMP to give to the City of London Police – the force that protects the banking industry," said Mr Lloyd.
However, a Home Office spokesman told Messenger that while £0.11m of the £6.4m cut from GMP will on the surface be redirected to the City of London Police, this is to fund the National Fraud Intelligence Bureau (NFIB), which although based in London, serves all forces.
Graham Roe, Homewatch area coordinator for the Nurseries Estate, in Sale Moor, said he has felt the impact of recent police cuts and was moved to contact the commissioner on the issue.
He said: "I feel that what the Government is trying to do is appalling – taking funding which GMP are rightfully entitled to in order to fund projects in the capital is undemocratic frankly.
"It's an inequality of opportunity and it's just plain wrong."
A Home Office spokesman said:"Police reform is working and two independent measures both show overall crime levels are falling. "The latest figures show crime has fallen by nine per cent in Manchester in the past year.
"It is for chief constables to take all appropriate action against crime in their areas and for Police and Crime Commissioners to ensure forces are delivering on the issues that matter to local people.
"Getting the economy back on track has meant a challenging funding settlement for the police, but forces like Manchester have shown an ability to make savings while still cutting crime."


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|I labeled him just in case you couldn't figure out which one he was...
We had sent a pink backpack stuffed full of books and gifts for our new friend. The day he got to meet her, he was able to visit her home and meet her family as well.
With the help of a translator, he was able to get to know her and them.
He didn't have the ability to call me on the phone while he was there, but he could send me texts. I learned a lot about this first visit via texting one evening as my mother-in-law was getting my kids ready to go to bed.
The first thing he said to me about the visit was, "They are very poor."
I was sitting in our bedroom. There is not much to it--just a hastily made bed, two night tables, a dresser, an ugly chair, and a several piles of outgrown baby clothes, library books, and toys that should be in a toy box, but aren't.
Really nothing spectacular, but suddenly it felt like a palace.
I felt my throat tighten. I thought, "Oh, we have SO much."
He went on, "Their house is tiny. It's just one room. The floor is dirt. The walls are made of clay. They really don't have anything."
I knew if he said it was bad, it was. He's been to the slums in Kenya and Uganda. He's visited Haiti after the earthquake--he's seen bad.
I felt my throat tighten even more and tears were coming to my eyes.
This is where Rebatee lives--our Rebatee. This is where she lives and I've just sent her a big bag of silly things.
Ben went on to say that she was very quiet. She didn't say one word during that first visit. He also found out that the birth date on her child packet was wrong. She was born on the same day as Juliet, but not the same year.
She is one year younger--just turned 4 years old and she just recently entered the Child Sponsorship Program after having been in the Child Survival Program.
I can only imagine she was intimidated by this strange bald white man who showed up at her front door laden with a pink bag of gifts!
He said her mother and father were very friendly and happy to meet him. They helped answer the list of questions Juliet had sent with Ben since Rebatee was too shy to answer for herself.
Juliet's questions make me laugh--they are so very her.
1. Do you like pink? (Not 'what's your favorite color'--oh, no. Let's get straight to the point--do you like pink or not?)
Rebatee was wearing two pink barrettes in her hair, so her dad pointed to them and said, "Yes! she does!" (Phew!)
2. Do you have a brother or sister? She has a little brother who is the same age as Lucia! (17 months)
3. Do you have a favorite animal? She took Ben to see her favorite animal--A parrot that lives next door.
Her parents told Ben that it likes to say a phrase in their language that translates to "Your rice is ready!" in English. When I told Juliet about that, she ran around the house saying it over and over again in her best parrot voice. :)
4. Do you have a special friend? Ben was able to meet her best friend who is actually in the above picture, but standing just behind her--you can kind of see her face peeking out.
Ben was able to show the pictures of us that we sent and tell them a little about us and mostly about Juliet. He told her she was looking forward to writing her letters and getting to know her and being her friend.
He explained that Juliet loved books, so she had sent some of her favorites for Rebatee to have.
He also took out the map of the world and pointed to the place where we live.
As he was telling me about this, I asked about the dress we sent. I was concerned that it might not fit. He said, "I didn't pull anything else out of the backpack. It was overwhelming. There was so much stuff in that bag. And they have so little. I just left it with them."
Now I was second-guessing my choices! Had I sent too much? Should I have pared it down a bit? Again, the realization of what seems like little to me and what actually is little hit me smack in the face.
Before Ben left, her father pulled him aside. They were still standing in their one-room home when he walked over to the wall and pulled off a framed picture of Rebatee.
It was the only thing hanging on the wall in the entire house.
It was a professional photo that had obviously been taken for a special occasion. She is dressed in a fancy dress and there is a special background.
He took it to Ben and said he wanted us to have it.
We're pretty sure that it was the only picture in the world that they have of their precious daughter.
The families in that community earn about $1 a day.
We cannot imagine how much it cost them to even save up to have the photo taken.
And here, now, they have given it to us.
I sank back into my chair and cried as I read Ben's message to me that night. "How could you take that from them?" I demanded.
"How could I not?" he replied. "As I father, I get it," he explained. "If someone was helping my child have a better life, then I would want to give them something, too. And that's all he had."
As a mother, my heart broke for them. I have millions of photos of my girls and to think of having none was more than I could take.
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When he returned home, he showed us some of the things he brought back for us: a few pink saris for the girls, some bangles for me, and the photo of Rebatee.
As he handed it to me, I just held it in my hands as my throat begin to constrict yet again, and asked one more time, "How could you take this from them?"
But, I wasn't expecting him to answer me this time. I knew the answer.
I stood for a moment wondering where I could put this. Where we could see it every day and be reminded of our new friend and her family far away--this most precious gift to our family.
It's in our kitchen. The room we spend the most time in.
We see her little face every day--our sweet little friend across the world.
We plan to make a copy of the photo and send it back to them--explaining that we kept the one they gave us, but had another made for them. Also, we have several photos that Ben took of Rebatee and her family while he visited them that we will be sending with our letters to her over the next several months. They will certainly get their photo back and even several more of not just Rebatee, but all of them.
I wanted to share this experience with you not so you will look at me and think that I'm generous or kind or good. Sometimes I am those things, but very often, I am not. I'm sharing this series of posts because I want to share about how generous and kind and beautiful Rebatee and her family are and how their generosity has impacted my life and my heart.
Sure, we are helping their family, but it's not a one-way street. They are helping us just as much or even more.
I'm so thankful for the opportunity to get to know them and have them be a part of our lives.
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A leaked Verizon internal memo on the Motorola DROID 3 shows a July 7th shipping date for direct fulfillment orders and a week later, the model is expected in the stores; as you probably already know, the DROID 3 will not be LTE enabled, saving that for the Motorola DROID Bionic...
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1. coria791 (Posts: 21; Member since: 12 Jun 2010)
Im really excited for the DROID 3 oming out I was really hoping that it will have 4G LTE but or well at least it will have Android 2.3 Gingerbread and a Bigger Camera and 5-row Keybored But when is the DROID BIONIC COMING OUT THIS IS THE LONGEST PHONE I HAVE SENN TAKEN FOR EVER TO COME OUT
2. Thump3rDX17 (Posts: 2160; Member since: 10 May 2010)
i'm coming Droid 3! :D
3. AntonioCruz (Posts: 6; Member since: 15 Feb 2011)
Most likely getting this, word !
4. hmmminteresting (unregistered)
i wish we would hear more about the galaxy s2.............. so i know what phone to get it
7. mr. droid (Posts: 278; Member since: 21 Aug 2010)
I can answer both questions. dont buy a samsung or a motorola. both are junk. nothing but terrible experiences with both from me and on many different units also.
10. Thump3rDX17 (Posts: 2160; Member since: 10 May 2010)
what HAVE you had a good experience with mr. droid?
14. RORYREVOLUTION (Posts: 3117; Member since: 12 Jan 2010)
How can you have the name "Mr. Droid" and hate Motorola. Motorola is what made the original Droid and yet you think they are junk.
You can't judge Samsung or Motorola by one phone. Sure they both released crappy phones before, every single one of them has.
24. hike (unregistered)
Technically the first android was by HTC, but yes the original "Droid" was by Motorola. The Droid name was their marketing, and it was a great way to attract people to the phone.
23. david_the_gom (Posts: 114; Member since: 20 Dec 2008)
he has an iphone.. heeheehee
5. Su-Rio (Posts: 51; Member since: 05 May 2011)
it looks like they just put minor upgrades to the droid 2, made it slide farther to add the number row, took droid x camera and processor specs, not exact copies, and put into the droid 2... and if its not 4g, then it would be a waste... id rather get the bionic, dont need a qwerty keyboard with small buttons... or even the photon 4g for its world capabilities
6. mr. droid (Posts: 278; Member since: 21 Aug 2010)
bionic has also been said that it is not an LTE phone. I wont buy another motorola phone personally after how lousy they have been proving to be, i wish they would make an HTC phone with a slide out keyboard on it for VZW
8. Thump3rDX17 (Posts: 2160; Member since: 10 May 2010)
the Bionic without LTE? you sure you're not thinking about the Droid X2? :P
15. RORYREVOLUTION (Posts: 3117; Member since: 12 Jan 2010)
Yea uhh pretty sure Verizon has gone on and on about how the Bionic is going to be the FIRST LTE DUAL CORE PROCESSOR PHONE ON THE MARKET.
9. doubleD (Posts: 78; Member since: 13 Dec 2010)
What problems exactly have you had that made it a "lousy" experience for you? I am buying a phone this month and would like as much info as possible.
22. CRICKETownz (Posts: 980; Member since: 24 Oct 2009)
They were probably the cause of the "lousy" experience. I've had both Motorola & Samsung and both worked flawlessly. If you take care of your s**t...it will work, plain & simple.
11. testman22 (Posts: 339; Member since: 03 Nov 2009)
Yea because the htc phones have been so reliable... oh wait...
25. brikz4real (Posts: 173; Member since: 24 Dec 2008)
@mr droid.... You've have a bad experience with a manufacturer and you dismiss it as "junk"? Are you kidding? If I had a dollar for every person who tells me, "I've heard this phone is no good because 'so and so' said so", I would be a rich man. And by the way, HTC makes the Merge for Verizon; slide-out keyboard and all. It's not 4G but is has the keyboard you wish for. Check the website and 3rd Party resellers.
12. AZCorvette (unregistered)
If "direct fulfillment" orders ship on July 7th, when will I be able to order it online or over the phone?
16. Thump3rDX17 (Posts: 2160; Member since: 10 May 2010)
July 7th. it'll be available in stores on the 14th.
13. Eddy (unregistered)
is it safe to say that Motorola don't care about GSM users?
it seems all the good Motorola phones go to VZW.
17. allaboutandroid (unregistered)
but what about the samsung galaxy s2?????
19. theo14461 (unregistered)
Do like I did, go to Mobilecityonline and buy it.
20. hollywood71 (Posts: 4; Member since: 08 Jun 2011)
only if you're on a GSM network like AT&T, etc
18. Me (unregistered)
Tried the total touchscreen phones, I prefer my keyboard. I REALLY like this keyboard w/ dedicated number keys. Got an early upgrade coming, and plan on using it for this. Looks like a great phone.
21. OriginalMotoDroid (unregistered)
I really love having a physical keyboard and I really don't like typing on all touch screen, but with this great phone coming out with out 4G LTE on it, I am going to have to say no and wait for the Droid Bionic and take my chances.


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Systems Physiology Lecture 14 Control of blood pressure Physical vs physiological factors that affect blood pressure Pressure gradients, geometry, resistance and viscosity Remote control of blood pressure Physical and physiological factors affecting arterial blood pressure Arterial blood pressure is determined directly by two major physical factors, the arterial blood volume and the arterial compliance. These physical factors are affected in turn by certain physiological factors, primarily the heart rate, stroke volume, cardiac output (heart rate x stroke volume), peripheral resistance Direct and indirect determinance Direct – physical factors (volume of blood in artery at any point in time) and the compliance of that segment Indirect – the volume of blood is determined by 2 phenomenon, rate of flow into and out of vessel (bloodflow/cardiac output), Peripheral resistance Flow and resistance: opposition to the tonicity of blood vessel (degree which vessel is relaxed or constricted) Arterial pressure waveform Diastolic blood pressure (Pd) and its determinants Systolic blood pressure (Ps) and its determinants Mean aterial blood pressure (Pa) and its determinants – represents the area under the arterial pressure curve Pulsatile blood pressure (Pp) and its determinants – difference between peak (systolic) dystolic and late/end diastolic pressure Segmental vascular changes in blood pressure Pulsatile systemic arterial blood pressure decreases as we go from the aorta (large arteries) throughout the system From arterioles to small venioles – appreciable resistance in the small vessels Small veins, large veins, and vena cava – capacitance/compliance – little resistance to flow accommodate large volumes of blood Measurement and regulation of arterial blood pressure Direct vs indirect efforts to measure pressure Maintaining blood pressure Remote (central) regulation of blood pressure Indirect vs direct estimations of arterial blood pressure Note: not shown here are the techniques for calibrating the pressure transducer to ensure accuracy of data Indirect: Blood pressure of cuff: Points nurse are looking for are the first appearance of sound and the last disappearance of sound Direct: Catheter is inserted into artery connected to a strain gauge on flexible – fluid filled cap and membrane that is movable and body with electrical components ( fed into an amplifier and recorder to print out , drawbacks if there is any air in the system – air is compressible and blood is not compressible, an air bubble will underestimate the pressure. Cant record pressure absolutely accurately G. Merrill's arterial blood pressure during a period of about 20 years. 1. 140 ( guideline for systolic hypertension 2. 90 and above ( diastolic hypertension guideline 3. Relatively constant blood pressure Usually taken on right side, pressure taken on the right side No physiological explanation why they differ ( due to human error Neither techniques allow for accurate measurements to the nearest degree Supplemental reading for Systems Phsiology Effect of reduced arterial compliance on pulse pressure for given change in stroke volume Compliance: change in volume over change in pressure For a given volume increment a reduced arterial compliance results in an increased pulse pressure Pressure/volume relationships (compliance) of aorta with aging Young person of 20 to 24 years or age – maximum compliance and most elastic, will become less compliant with aging Summary and conclusions Pressure determined by physical and physiological factors Systolic and diastolic pressures determined by different variables Direct (most accurate) vs indirect (least accurate) methods for estimating blood pressure Collect data, use law of averages over time Central (remote) conrol of blood pressure and location of baroreceptors Aortic baroreceptors are less sensitive and data is less reliable than carotid baroreceptors Baroreceptors respond both to phasic changes in pressure (pulsatile) and to Pa 5 curves show mean arterial pressures 1. action potential occurs during the systolic phase of the cardiac cycle 2. if you compare the frequencies at a mean arterial pressure that is low with a mean arterial pressure that is normal, carotid Sirius nerves are more active at 100 than 50, carotid Sirius nerves are phasicly active, predominantly active during systole.. As mean arterial pressure increases, reach a point where carotid Sirius nerves are preactive throughout the whole the deformation of the wall of the sinus that is the central stimulus that the baroreceptors respond to, not the absolute pressure Remote (CNS) control of systemic arterial blood pressure subsequent to a fall in sinus pressure Arterial pressure has been reduced (loss of 15-20% of blood) will be sensed by arterial carotid sinus baroreceptors Results in a reduction of frequency of action potentials being conducted centerally to the brain stem (medulla – several cardiovascular regulatory centers) When the pressure in the carotid sinus ( decreased discharge of the PSNerves that are coming out of cardiocenters ( increased heart rate – increased activity in vagus nerve / withdrawal of vagus tone ( increased sympathetic activity ( has the same effect at SA node as decreasing PS nerves. ( doubling of heart rate Ventricular myocardium Increased contractility (increase in volume of blood that ejects with each cycle (stroke volume) ( increase in flow Veins – venomotor tone increases, compliance decreases ( large vein in body are considered compliance reservoirs (60-70%) or total circulating volume is in the veins) . innervated by sympathetic nerves. When they contract the volume of blood goes back to heart, distributed from venous side to arterial side – will have greater fraction of blood than veins ( increase venous pressure ( increases mean arterial pressure ( sympathetic nerves will cause arterioles to constrict ( peripheral resistance will increase Arterioles – peripheral resistance will increase – vasoconstriction ( total peripheral resistance increases EDV – end diastolic volume increases This system restores arterial blood pressure to near normal – rapidly responding designed for emergencies SNS and PSNS work cooperatively for the cardiovascular system Summary and conclusions Remote means control via the CNS Sensors are in the carotid sinuses and elsewhere immediate, intermediate and long-term regulation of blood pressure blood pressure measured indirectly and directly (apply the law of averages) Barring genetics, use diet and exercise to control your blood pressure
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Max is entering a…wait for it…gay beauty pageant. Yes, you read that right. There's even a category called "Gay Fitness." And it's up to Dave and Alex to help him win. And that is how we get a flashback to Dave's childhood where he sings "I Got You, Babe" dressed as half Sonny Bono and half Cher. We could not love this show more.
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sixnationsrugby.com > Ireland
But Penney revealed it was a mere precaution with the aim of keeping the 34-year-old, who signed a new two-year deal with the club on Monday, fit for Ireland duty.
"He's fine. Just before half-time he got a bit of a knock on the shoulder, a bit of a stinger I think," Penney told the Irish Examiner.
"But he had a great 20 minute spell once he got over that little hiccup with the shoulder and we just took him off because he has a big month ahead.
"We didn't want to see him leaving us in anything other pristine condition so that he can do a great job for Ireland."
Munster's game against Edinburgh also saw two other Irish players pick up knocks, with Keith Earls similarly forced off in the second half with a knee problem while Peter O'Mahony struggled with an ongoing shin injury.
But Penney was not overly concerned about either in what was a boost to Ireland, who are looking to improve on last year's fifth-place finish in the RBS 6 Nations.
"He's (Keith) got a sore knee, it is probably short term and (likely) it will take a week or two," he added. "He'll get a scan Monday when he goes to international camp and we'll wait and see what the medics come up with.
"Peter got a bit of a knock, a bad knock on his shin last week and had a light week this week. Today he got a knock right on the same spot in the first minute but he played through. He'll be fine."


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Whether you live in Shanghai or Holderness, the global economy has an increasing impact on business organizations and practices. As global business ventures expand, so does the need for employees who have the skills and aptitude to work anywhere in the world, and Plymouth State University is meeting this challenge.
PSU's Internationalization Task Force was created to help enrich the academic and social experience of PSU students in the area of global learning. One of the Task Force's first decisions was to form the Global Education Office (GEO) at Bagley House to support the growing number of students pursuing their studies abroad and PSU faculty who are teaching abroad. GEO Director Deb Regan said studying abroad provides students with a wealth of engaged learning possibilities and prepares students to become global citizens.
"Studies show that studying abroad and experiential learning have a positive impact on student success and retention. It also sets students apart when they prepare to enter the global work force."
PSU has seen an enormous growth in students seeking overseas educational opportunities. Nearly 200 students will be taking at least one course in a foreign country next semester, expanding their educational opportunities and personal growth.
PSU President Sara Jayne Steen is a strong proponent of "internationalization," because it provides a rich educational experience for both PSU students and international students who wish to study here.
|Bagley House staff, L to R, Jessie DeBow, Ruth DeCotis, Debra Regan, Jessica Morel, Kirk McClelland, Peter Laufenberg. Missing from photo, Lisa Ladd
"We are preparing students to enter a global workforce and to solve problems that require cross-cultural cooperation," said Steen. "PSU offers wonderful opportunities for international students, and their presence enriches the education of all students. Similarly, when US students travel abroad, they bring back knowledge that is important to New Hampshire."
In recent years, PSU students have studied in Australia, New Zealand, France, Germany, the United Kingdom, Austria, Romania, Hungary, Japan, Spain, Egypt, Turkey, Croatia and South Africa. They have travelled with faculty to South America and India. PSU offers a program for first-year, first-semester students at the University of Limerick in Ireland.
Regan noted developing study abroad programs for all majors is a goal PSU is working toward.
"We're seeking out appropriate matches, partner institutions, to help our students fulfill their PSU degree requirements in an enriching environment," Regan said. "We're also looking to grow faculty-led study abroad programs, which are two or three week programs that are more affordable for students wishing to experience international study."
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Chris Jago
Band: Wicked
I was born & raised in Liverpool, England in the year nineteen hundred and seventy five. I love Ringo, Liverpool FC & John Smiths… (google it) I now live in Los Angeles, via London, New York & Las Vegas. I have been in various things, from dangerous bar bands in Liverpool to tours around the world with International artists to Broadway & West End shows. Some highlights and slightly dimmer lights below:
Wicked the Musical, Boy George, The Philip Sayce Band, Barclay James Harvest, Rory O'Malley, Jekyll & Hyde the Concert, The Bob Lazar Story, The Dirty Diamond, Hedwig and the Angry Inch, China Crisis, Universal Studios Hollywood, The Great American Trailer Park Musical, The Atlanta Symphony, Sizer Barker, Taboo The Musical ( UK & US ), The Gregg Wright Band, The Calling, Kings Of Infinite Space, Lance Horne & The One Nite Stands, Kevin Cahoon, The Seoul Philharmonic, Michael Cerveris, The Tonight Show w/Jay Leno.
Current Projects:
Shabby Road Studios LA. A recording studio based in Canoga Park, CA. This facility allows me to record and mix drums for artists, bands, TV and film projects. Full production also available at Shabby Road Studios. Drum lessons also available at the studio.
Wicked 'The Musical' @ the Pantages Theatre.
Drummer for the 2 year Los Angeles run of the hit musical 2007-09 & the upcoming run in December of 2014 to 2015. Plus cover on both national tours since 2010. I of course play Aquarian Heads plus Zildjian Cymbals, Pearl Drums, Ahead Armor Cases and Vater sticks.


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Adidas officially announces collaboration with Pharrell for Summer 2014. After Kanye West signed with adidas, we heard rumors of Pharrell signing with the brand. Now its official, the first adidas Originals x Pharrell Williams products will debut in the Summer of 2014.
Adidas will collaborate with Williams' Bionic Yarn coming from The Vortex Project; an initiative with Parley for the Oceans to turn plastic debris from the oceans into yarn and fabric. Bionic Yarn will be used in some of Pharrell's upcoming adidas Originals products.
"Working with an iconic brand like adidas is such an incredible opportunity. From the classic track suit, to growing up in Virginia wearing Stan Smiths, adidas has been a staple in my life. Their pieces are timeless. This is an exciting partnership for both me and for Bionic Yarn." Pharrell Williams
adidas welcomes Pharrell into its family and is looking forward to a long lasting relationship with this extraordinary artist.
"I am truly thrilled to work with Pharrell. He is a pop-culture icon that never fails to inspire, not just through his musical talent and craft, but through his many other interests. He is the perfect fit for the multi-faceted company that is adidas." Dirk Schoenberger, Global Creative Director, adidas Sport Style Division


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Feinstein: NRA intimidates senators from voting for gun control
Another reason U.S. Senate majority leader Harry Reid can't back down from the fight for new gun control laws is Dianne Feinstein. The U.S. Senator from California continues to champion weapons reform in a clear, concise manner that the press loves to write about and Washington lobbyists cannot ignore.
On Wednesday, Feinstein spoke to 500 of her constituents in San Francisco on how the National Rifle Association is, behind closed doors, trying to corrupt the gun control discourse into more about keeping jobs on the Hill and less about protecting Americans. Come re-election time, Feinstein says, the NRA will spend money on campaigning against each and every senator who votes for the upcoming gun control legislation package.
"A fear has set in that if they vote for the bill they won't be re-elected," she said. "It's that plain, it's that simple … My view is they shouldn't go up to the Senate if they are unwilling to stand up and vote."
In 1994, Feinstein authored the Federal Assault Weapons Ban, which Bill Clinton signed into law the same day it passed through Congress. When the federal law expired 10 years later, AK-47s, Uzis, TEC-9s and 16 more kinds of military-style assault weapons were allowed back onto the market. After Sandy Hook, Feinstein introduced a new set of weapons reform bills that this time would not have an expiration date — to reduce violence in schools and inner-cities permanently. The NRA have contested her statistics that explain why less guns equals less violence.
"It had begun to do what we wanted it to do, which is to drive down the number of these guns over time," said Feinstein, referring to her 1994 law. "The NRA has their statistics, I have mine."


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TEL AVIV (Apr. 15)
Israel Defense Force soldiers killed two Hezbollah guerrillas in a three-hour machine gun and rocket battle in the southern Lebanon security zone Tuesday morning.
One soldier was slightly wounded and was treated in the field.
The encounter, near Aishiyeh village, where Hezbollah has been active, was followed by IDF artillery and mortar attacks on the region. Israeli helicopter gunships searched a wider area for more guerrillas.
The clash was the second in the security zone since April 6, when guerrillas ambushed an IDF patrol killing two soldiers and wounding five.
A similar ambush this time was less successful. A patrol of the Golani Brigade was attacked by heavily armed guerrillas, who apparently had been waiting for them. The soldiers returned the fire and after a prolonged exchange charged the guerrilla position, killing both men.
They were identified as members of Hezbollah, the pro-Iranian Islamic fundamentalist militia that has been waging guerrilla warfare against the IDF and its allied South Lebanon Army in southern Lebanon.
The earlier ambush, which occurred near Huleh village less than two miles from the Israeli border, was staged by three Palestinian gunmen engaged in a joint operation with Hezbollah and the Islamic Jihad. They were killed.


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|November 13, 2010
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What: Endurance mountain bike ride in El Paso, TX combined with a bit of West Texas cowboy poker.
It is estimated that the total mileage on this course will be about 50 miles.
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Australia's rejuvenated veterans played starring roles as the Diamonds racked up their biggest score against New Zealand in a 68-48 netball thrashing of the Silver Ferns in the Quad Series at Allphones Arena yesterday.
The score eclipsed their previous best against the Kiwis of 67 set in 1992 and it was Australia's biggest winning margin over New Zealand in 12 years.
In front of 13,640 spectators, the Diamonds surged out of the blocks to lead 19-9 and increased their margin at each change.
''I've been waiting for this start since I've taken over the coaching position and that was our first first-quarter win against the Silver Ferns under my coaching stewardship, so I'm very pleased with that,'' Australian coach Lisa Alexander said.
Even losing captain Natalie von Bertouch late in the first quarter after she rolled an ankle couldn't disrupt the Diamonds flow, with Kim Green slotting seamlessly into centre.
While it was an outstanding team performance, Australia were galvanised by the tremendous work of circle defenders Rebecca Bulley and Bianca Chatfield.
At the other end, Susan Pratley (29 of 32) and Catherine Cox (29 of 36) capitalised on the pressure that forced an uncharacteristically subdued Silver Ferns outfit into errors.
Bulley and Chatfield, both 30, and Pratley, 28, all proved they are still vital members of the Australian squad despite each of them missing out on last year's world championship winning team.
Alexander hailed the performance as the Diamonds' best during her tenure.
''I spent the last 2½ minutes just sitting and taking it in and enjoying it, because it was so special,'' Alexander said. ''I was so proud.''


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Sponsorcraft is a company that provides a crowdfunding platform for anyone in the education sector - students and educators at universities, colleges and schools. These "crafters" publish their ideas and projects, and try to raise money from alumni, friends and family.
Crowdfunding has worked well in other sectors, but breaking into a new sector is tough. This is particularly true in the education sector, which is extremely conservative and slow-moving. Therefore we developed an innovative business development strategy which we call "trust leveraging".
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We have therefore used multi-stage "trust leveraging" to convert a non-scalable marketing process into a highly-scalable business. We are now able to reach out to a network of more than 200,000 students with a single communication sent to our partners - whereas this would previously have taken many thousands of individual interactions.
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Inside Meridian Audio's First U.S. Retail Boutique
Meridian Fort Lauderdale opens as a highly designed retail store with a home theater for technical demonstrations.
November 21, 2012
Meridian Audio is opening its first retail "boutique" in the U.S., located in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., providing a glimpse of a unique Meridian retail environment.
Meridian Fort Lauderdale, the company's 14th boutique across the globe, will be marking the official opening with an exclusive invitation-only event on November 29, 2012. The Fort Lauderdale boutique will be a dedicated showcase for Meridian products, offering customers a full Meridian experience, including a state-of-the-art home theater. Products on display include the DSP Digital Active Loudspeakers, Meridian Reference Series and the Digital Media Systems.
The store's design is a centerpiece, offering what Meridian calls "a quietly luxurious experience for customers." The aim is to showcase Meridian's "reputation for prestige and technical luxury – the DNA of Meridian Audio - with cutting-edge design." The design includes natural materials such as hard woods, leather and fabrics in combination with accents of technology with metals, architectural glass and lighting.
Dedicated areas of the store include:
- The Gallery: a dedicated retail area displaying the company's products and history
- The Concierge Reception: an exclusive lounge where clients can discuss the details of their system and installation
- The Meridian Experience: a theater for technical demonstrations.
The boutique is owned and operated by Nicholas Ehr and Tim Ralph. Childhood friends, the pair has been in business since 2003, operating in both residential custom installation as well as commercial IT industries.
"Having been a Meridian partner for many years, we have great respect and admiration for the brand," says Ehr. "Once the boutiques started evolving, we knew that our area and expertise would be well-suited for the U.S. expansion. We love selling the Meridian experience - it's something we have a personal passion for and this opportunity is perfect for us."
"From first-hand experience, I am certain that the location of the boutique showroom is perfect for the type of products we offer here at Meridian Fort Lauderdale," Ehr continues. "We have already received a warm welcome from the other businesses within the area and look forward to developing opportunities with local partners, including Ferrari of Fort Lauderdale."
"We are very excited about the first U.S. boutique and the continued growth of our global boutique program," says John Buchanan, executive vice president sales and marketing at Meridian. "Nick and Tim are both very passionate about the brand and Meridian Fort Lauderdale will provide a great experience for customers."
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The way people work, how their competences interweave and the use and efficient channeling of energy towards a single, acknowledged and shared goal can make the difference between simply good and excellent organizational performance.
Therefore, tremendous competitive advantage can be obtained through people and one of the most fascinating tasks of The European House – Ambrosetti is that of creating the conditions for this to happen by aligning the behaviors, methods and competences of groups towards attaining corporate goals. Channeling—and this is the precise term—all the power that human capital can unleash towards the winning target.
In our current competitive system, the way people work, how their competencies interact, and use their energy and the strength to know how to mobilize and channel this energy are the elements that can make the difference between simply good and superlative organizational performance. Organizations are, in fact, containers of potential decisions animated by people skilled in producing solutions. The ability to produce solutions at a rapid rate and generally on a continuous basis makes it possible to build long-term competitive advantages.
Our commitment and research are aimed at uncovering, guiding and developing those behaviors, practices, skills, methods and routines that facilitate reaching outstanding results in a short period of time.
Our goal is to support organizations in achieving business results through the concrete actions of the skilled people working in them. We work alongside decision-makers to guarantee smooth integration between the competitive challenges being faced, the skills of people in key roles and accelerating response times.
We often beat records and targets because we involve a significant critical mass of our clients' personnel in building the competitive solutions. And we do this utilizing methods we have developed ourselves.
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Our goal is to increase client revenues in a short time.
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a. - Sagacious in adapting means to ends; circumspect in action, or in determining any line of conduct; practically wise; judicious; careful; discreet; sensible; -- opposed to rash; as, a prudent man; dictated or directed by prudence or wise forethought; evincing prudence; as, prudent behavior. 2
a. - Frugal; economical; not extravagant; as, a prudent woman; prudent expenditure of money. 2
The word "prudent" uses 7 letters: D E N P R T U.
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"Glee" Thrills Us With "Thriller"
Sometimes when "Glee" goes off the air for a little while, I convince myself that I am over its saccharine song and dance numbers. But it never happens—once I watch again, BAM! I am instantly re-hooked. That's what happened last night when I begrudgingly watched the show's much-hyped return after the Super Bowl. The episode was hilarious and made me sing along to a mashup of "Thriller" and the Yeah Yeah Yeahs' "Heads Will Roll. Chances are you already saw this clip because, well, 26.8 million people watched last night. But just in case, here you go. I love that the McKinley football team, in order not to be completely steamrolled by the opposing team, has to do a rendition of "Single Ladies" or this over-the-top number. What will they have up their sleeves next time?
After the jump, see the Cheerios do "California Gurls" complete with fireworks bras.


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Under what conditions would a rope be mostly likely to break?
a. 20 men of equal strength with 10 pulling on each end.
b. 10 of the same men pulling on one end and the other end being fastened to a tree.
c. It makes no difference
AnswerThe answer is c. If 20 men pull on the rope (10 on each side), the stress on the rope will be no greater than if 10 pulled from one end and the other was tied to a tree. The tension on a rope is no greater than the pull at one of its ends.
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