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This was yet another perfume that my lovely older sister gave me when she was having a clear out of all her beauty stuff. I'd never heard of it before so I was really eager to try it out. A 30ml bottle of this scent will set you back £35.50 in Boots.
The bottle is really pretty and to be honest you can't really tell properly how it looks from the above photo, it looks much nicer in reality. It is, as you should be able to see form the photo, made up of 3 upside-down dome shaped bits of glass. The bottom dome is what contains the perfume, and the top 2 make up the lid. When you look at it from above it looks kind of like a flower and it looks great. The perfume is a lovely pale pink which gives it a really pretty look to it. I think it also looks really high quality and elegant.
The scent is made up of top notes of violet, orange blossom and rose, heart notes of red berries, lemon and bergamot, and base notes of iris and tonka bean.
I'll be completely honest, this is not a sophisticated scent by any means. It's very one-dimensional and really the only note that comes through is the violet, which is very sweet and powdery. Personally I love this as it reminds me of parma violet sweets which I love, but I think for many people it would definitely be too sweet and immature. I was really surprised to read that there are fresh and green notes in there, like the lemon and bergamot, as none of this comes through for me, it is simply overpowered by the sugary violet.
The scent lasts really well, if I spray it in the morning, just a couple of sprays, I can still smell it when I go to bed at night, and if I spray it on my clothes I can smell it on them for at least a week! It's definitely high quality even though it's probably aimed only at the very young and unsophisticated.
I'd say this was probably best as a day time fragrance, as though the violet is quite strong it is still quite a light scent that might not stand up to evening wear. I wouldn't recommend it to the older lady unless you really want to smell like you've raided your teenage daughter's perfume collection.
All in all I do really like this scent but it's a definite love it or hate it thing due to it's super sweet nature.
Guerlain are one of the oldest French perfume houses, founded in 1828. They are very proud of their heritage and you can tell it is something they continue to live by. You can actually take a guided tour of the House of Guerlain in Levaillos-Perret, which I would absolutely love to visit one day, but that's by the by.
Back onto the review. I first smelt Insolence when there was a sample stuck to a page of a magazine about 6 years ago, and I absolutely fell in love with it. I've had a bottle ever since.
It was the first "proper" perfume I ever bought, I remember using my holiday money to buy it at the tender age of 15 in the Isle of Wight (exotic!). I bought the 30ml bottle of the EDT, which would have lasted me for ages if I didn't think back then that if I coul no longer smell a perfume on me nobody else could. You can also buy it in a 50ml bottle and also the EDP (more on that later).
The perfume comes in a lilacy silver box with the name of the perfume and company printed on it. The box is of a good wuality and wrapped in cellophane as is the norm with perfumes. The bottle itself is absolutely beautiful; it's a half sphere in clear glass, which holds the light pink liquid. The lid is an atomiser, with the pretty Guerlain "G" embossed on top of it. The lid itself is two more half spheres, a smaller one kind of in a bigger one (this is so hard to explain, just look at a picture!). The bottle looks lovely on a dressing table, but I always regret carrying it around in my bag because the lid is an odd shape so falls off, and then my whole bag ends up smelling of this, which isn't in itself a bad thing, but I have had a horrible experience in the past where I was carrying a sachet of porridge in my bag, and it had managed to seep through, which I didn't realise unitl I was eating a bowl of violet and golden syrup flavour oats. Not nice.
When you first smell this it smells mainly of violets in my opinion, and is quite a sweet smell. As the topnote dies down, however, it develops into a gorgeous, multi-faceted fragrance. It's still very fresh and very very floral, but the vanilla in it warms it up slightly and makes it more subtle. It is a strong fragrance, and not suited to everyone. I have only known one person other than myself to use this, and she hated it after two weeks and gave it to me. It's probably not worth even trying if you don't like heavily floral scents. It doesn't sound it, but this is a very, very distinctive perfume; I've never smelt anything quite like it.
As I said, this doesn't last for a hugely long time on me as far as I'm aware, but when I've asked people if they can still smell it on my skin after a few hours of wear they've said that they can, so it's probably just me getting used to it.
Prices vary from £30-£60 depending on bottle size and where you buy it from, although I have in the past picked up a gift box from Boots around Christmas which contains the 30ml EDT and a bottle of moisturiser for around £30 which is a bargain, and then £15 in the January sales, so keep an eye out!
The EDP is quite different, it's a lot stronger and very potent, whenever I spray it in the office my colleagues shout at me and make me open a window. Once on though, it does smell very similar.
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This fragrance by Guerlain is Fruity but soft. Playful, uplifting, warm & deep. Opens with sweet raspberry notes, lemon-cake-like citrusy trace. Continues with almond blossom notes, sweet & pure jasmine, patchouli. Also with notes of tonka beans, powdery vanilla.
It sounds like a overpowering combination but I can assure you that is not the case with this fragrance.
I first smelt this fragrance on someone I worked with, the scent was absolutely beautiful. Everytime this lady walked past me I could smell it as strongly as before and I fell in love....It is stunning, strong but not too much, it is so feminine young and sexy - deep but not too rich!
I went to buy the fragrance being told by the shop assistant it was £74 for a 100ml bottle. I have since found it online for £35 - 50ml and £49 - 100ml.
This perfume is absolutely stunning and will now remain a firm favourite on my fragrance list. Everyone always compliments me when wearing this fragrance and without a doubt this fragrance lasts longest on my skin and clothes compared to other designer perfumes.
I absolutely love this fragrance and I am sure it will be loved by all ages!
Guerlain is a premium beauty brand which was founded in 1828 by Jean Francoise Pascal Guerlain. The French brand brings innovative beauty products from skincare, makeup and fragrance to the market.
***Guerlain Fragrances***
Guerlain currently offer over 20 different fragrances for women. Some of them are readily available whilst others are rare and difficult to locate. The more popular scents include Samsara, Idylle and Shamilar.
Insolence is described as being "a spark in the eye, an intrepid smile that knows no fear and fears no one, an amused silence". This sparkling fragrance is available in an eau de toilette, eau de parfum, pure perfume, shower gel and a body lotion for layering on the scent.
The bottle was designed by a sculptor named Serge Mansau. It offers a flat base and glass moulded into half spheres. There is two parts..the base and the lid. The lid is made up of 2 half spheres and clicks smoothly into place allowing the bottle to sit flat and elegantly. The perfume inside is tinted pink and reflects beautiful when captured by light.
This fruity floral scent is build on different fragrance notes which develop in stages. The information on the actual fragrance notes of Insolence is limited. We are told that we will experience red fruits with luminous iris. It then pumps up the intensity to bring out a high voltage violet.
***Availability and Price***
Insolence EDT is available online from various sites and in sizes 5ml, 30ml, 50ml and 100ml. The following prices are current as of today :
www.amazon.co.uk - £11.25 (5ml) £28.95 (30ml) £34.40 (50ml) £72.00 (100ml)
www.escentual.com - £35.50 (30ml) £49.50 (50ml) £72.50 (100ml)
***My Thoughts***
I have owned a few Guerlain perfumes now. I wouldn't say they are my favourites as I find Guerlain perfumes quite old fashioned but I like to try them anway. My bottle of Insolence was part of a fragrance gift set including other miniature bottles. It holds 5ml and is a dab bottle.
The bottle itself is certainly worth commenting on. Its unusual style once enticed me in Boots and I wish I had sampled it at the time. The pink reflections through the bottle are so pretty and this gives a modern twist to my perceptions of Guerlain being old fashioned!
***Insolence Becomes Real***
Opening the little bottle, I am greeted with a bold and smoothly formed scent. Splashing a bit onto my wrist and neck, the perfume feels damp and the scent intensifies. From the start, I wasn't taken by Insolence. Despite being an EDT its very heavy and verging on headachy! I like to give the benefit of the doubt but I cannot say my impressions changed and I'd hate to find out how strong the EDP is.
I expected this to be feminine and enticing but what all isn't as it seems. Insolence lacks the softness needed to come across as feminine. Its heady opening comes across as harsh and unappealing to me personally. It is undoubtedly a floral based scent. No red fruits are detected as it makes an entrance..nothing to sweeten or lighten the overall scent. To me, it is all violet but at different levels and something different at each stage.
The opening violet as I said is harsh. Violet is usual a pleasant floral addition to most scent combinations but on its own, it lacks anything special..and makes me feel rather queasy. Thankfully it settles down to reveal more violet but in a different form. The heart offers a lighter variation of the violet wrapped in hints of softness which is more appealing but still not enough to covert me into a lover of all things floral base!
The heart appears to linger around my body but I can't seem to smell it when I get up close to my wrist which is weird. 2-3hours after applying Insolence, the violet changes again. I am quite fond of the base offered here. The violet transforms to a typical violet..the way it would come across in any other scent. Soft, slightly sweet and incased in a soft, powdery coating, it is gentle and sits close to the skin giving off little hints as it wears on. Insolence disappears 6hrs after application but lingers on scarves and jackets.
***Suitability and Conclusion***
Insolence is heavily floral so unless you are into that sort of thing. Its strength would suit day time use or evening but hot weather would make this worse. Personally, Insolence isn't my type of scent. Its heavily floral nature doesn't sit well with me. The bottle hasn't gone to waste though..my Mum who is in her 50s has taken it and it smells quite pleasant whilst she is wearing it..different skin and oils I suppose.
The bottle is stunning, the concept is a good one but its just a bit one dimensional for me and not incredibly appealing. It is priced quite highly and the lasting power is reflected in this. I recommend it if you like violets and strong scents but I won't be wearing it again.
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Even though I have so many perfumes already just before Christmas my mom gave me about 6 or 7 little sample sized bottles that she'd got as part of an offer in Boots, and oddly they were all perfumes that Id never tried before. As Id never used any of them before I was like a kid in a sweet shop deciding which one to use first and this one just happened to catch my eye 'Guerlain: Insolence EDT' - Id seen this one on adverts and though how cute the bottle looked but had never tried it before so I started to straight away and I think Ive been pleasantly surprised - I have to say I didnt expect it to be as nice as it is!
Useful Information:
Price: 50ml bottle - Aorund £35 - So not the cheapest perfume ever I have to admit.
Stockists: Boots, Superdrug & Amazon.
Other Info: Launched in 2006 & desrcibed as ' a new take on the voilet perfume'.
The Bottle:
In my opinion the bottle for this perfume is simply stunning - which is why it is so odd that I havent tried this perfume before now as it is usually the bottle that first attracts me to a fragrance. The bottle is a half sphere shape at the bottom which is a baby pink in colour and has a similar shaped, two layered stopper at the top which makes the bottle look very much like a rose or similar flower - very feminine in my opinion. Although the bottom of the bottle is in a slightly curved shape the bottom is totally flat so it can be easily displayed and transported. As I only have the very small sample sized bottle mine doesnt have a push down nozzle to release the scent but I can only assume the larger bottle sizes have got one so I cant complain too much. A stunning and classic bottle in my opinion - I love it anyway.
The Scent:
Tope Notes: Raspberry, Bergamot & Lemon.
Middle Notes: Violet, Orange Blossom & Rose.
Base Notes: Sandalwood, Tonka Bean & Musk.
With that list of ingredients Id assume that this scent is more fruity than anything else as those appear to be the most dominant notes but this is much more a sweet, floral offering than anything else.
The top notes are all noticable right away but only for a few seconds because the middles notes - particularly the Rose & even more so the Violet come in much stronger and sort of take over the top notes. The Violet is certainly the strongest scent out of the whole lot and the one most people will be able to smell immediately - rather than it been a flowery scent though it reminds me of those Parma Violet sweets more than anything else which does tend to make the perfume smell slightly more synthetic than I was hoping. This scent is a lot like Lush's Tuca Tuca and even though it is a little bit nicer than the Lush version I dont think Id go out and buy a massive bottle of this for myself.
The bottom notes of Tonka Bean & Musk do start to come through towards the end but they dont seme to make this scent much heavier overall -it remains floral and sweet throughout. Its a pretty grown-up kind of fragrance I think and it might be slightly TOO grown-up for me. Its nice but maybe not quite nice enough.
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Staying Power:
The staying power for this one Ive found its pretty good as it tends to last around 6 hours on my skin which is better than the average in my experience. I dont feel I need to re-apply it all the time so even my little bottle will last ages I reckon.
For once Im actually stumped about what ages group I think would like this the most. I literally have no idea - I think if you like this perfume it would suit any age - maybe slightly older women a bit more though. Late 20's & upwards Id guess.
Day Or Night? Summer Or Winter?
I think this perfume would be suitable for both day and night wear and for wearing at any time of the year - so its probably one of the most versatile perfumes Ive ever used as its perfect for any occasion or time.
I recommend but definitely try before you buy as it's not everyone's cuppa tea!
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Like many of the perfumes I own, I received Guerlain Insolence as part of a miniature gift set. I've used it less than some of the other miniatures in the collection - not because I don't like it, but because unlike the other miniatures, which slip easily into a handbag for a night out or a toilet bag for travel, this perfume is difficult to transport because of its bottle. The bottle is round, clear and attractive, and it is easy to see the pale pink perfume inside, but I've always been paranoid about the top coming off and the perfume spilling everywhere! The miniature bottle lacks the detail of the original, but looking at the larger version it seems like a modern interpretation of a flower.
"Extraverted and daring Guerlain Insolence combines Violet with a hint of Orange blossom and Rose. Fruity red Berries, Lemon and Bergamot are introduced in the heart notes while sensual Iris and Tonka Bean resins finish the scent. The result is young, daring and radiantly feminine."
Guerlain Insolence is described as a fruity, floral fragrance, a 'new interpretation of violet'. This is interesting as it explains why the perfume smells so much like sweets! I definitely prefer it to the other violet perfume I can think of, Lush's Tuca Tuca (although the latter is cheaper) - this scent seems to have more depth, though this is reflected in the higher price. There are hints of floral scents in the perfume too, which temper the sweetness of the violet. It lasts a good few hours too - all night when I go out.
I really love this perfume and tend to wear it on a night out. It's sweet but not sickly and I think it would especially suit younger women.
Guerlain Insolence costs £32.50 for 30ml according to the Boots website, but is widely available at perfume retailers.
This is another one of my dinky bargain 5ml minatures that I picked up in the Boots sale after Christmas.
The bottle is so sweet - the perfume is contained within a semi-sphere and is a fab rosy pink colour - I love it when perfumes are delicately coloured - it just shows that an extra little bit of thought has been taken when designing and makes it feel even more of a treat.
The first impression of this perfume is I admit rather odd - Guerlain call it surprising, which is probably a better way to describe it - but it just smells a bit of a mismatch and quite a sharp scent.
When applied to my skin and warmed up a bit the scent develops and more of a floral smell emerges - not a sweet floral smell you understand, but quite a sharp smell.
Now if this description seems all a bit woolly then that is due to the fact that I have spent all day being frustrated that I can't work out what the smell reminds me of. I like it don't get me wrong - it is a real unusual scent, but still one that makes me feel elegant and feminine.
It was only when I started to do a bit of research this evening and read about the notes of the fragrance that I worked out what the smell reminded me of - PARMA VIOLETS!!!!! The strongest note of this perfume by far is the violet smell, but Guerlain have been really clever and it doesn't smell in any way grannyish - but have put a twist on it to make it modern and different.
The full notes of the fragrance are as follows:
Top notes: violet, orange blossom, rose
Heart notes: red berries, lemon and bergamot
Base notes: Iris and tonka bean resins
This perfume has really grown on me, especially now I have worked out what the smell reminds me of! It is a far cry from my usual full on floral fragrances, but I love it - it is just that little bit different to be ever so slightly intriguing. You could easily wear this as a day or evening fragrance.
You can pick up 30ml for under £30 on Amazon - give it a try if you want something a little bit different.
I first came across Guerlain Insolence in a magazine advert, a few years ago. Insolence comes in a pink liquid and in an upside down dome-shaped glass bottle. When I first brought Insolence I absolutely love it. People would always ask what perfume I was wearing and compliment it. After (quickly) getting through my first bottle I instantly brought another. I had to hide it from my mum to stop her from using it. In the end I brought her her own bottle (30ml for £32.50) for mothers day.
I brought myself a eau de toilette in 100ml bottle when it was in the sale, and from then on I fell out of love with Insolence, so much that I cannot stand it anymore. I'd hardly even used the 100ml bottle. Now I find it much too sweet, very off-putting and very young (I'm 28). Insolence has notes of violet, red berries and rose. I can always recognise it straightaway on others, and to me that is not such a good thing.
Guerlain's fragrance Insolence created by Maurice Roucel is a beautifully delicate perfume that includes notes of violet, red berries, rose, orange blossom, Iris & Tonka bean resins. I paid £30 or so for a 30ml bottle from boots. The container itself is very pretty, it's wider than it is tall making it very steady so it won't knock over or spill.
The deliciously sweet scented top notes of the violet and red berries spiral gently with the undertones of Iris and Tonka bean, the transfiguration of violet in this modern and feminine fragrance is happily surprising. The olfactive experience is very much unpredictable and refreshing with the fruity floral scent very much representing all that's feminine.
The alluring heart notes of the orange blossom and rose add extra depth and complexity to the perfume along with the base notes of iris, Tonka bean & the recurrent violet and red berries. It's a wonderful day perfume because of its radiant and sensual combination that lasts all day long!
Everything about the arrangement of this perfume is irresistible, the sandalwood and vanilla have a great calming effect hidden in the background while the fruity floral notes gently refresh the senses.
It's a gorgeous fragrance more suitable for the younger user and a brilliant gift for any lucky female!
Having bought a bottle of this for an amazing bargain price of just £10 when the Boots perfume counter were having a clear out, I can now say its a firm favorite for me.
The product I bought was a slightly shimmering version of the original scent, I think it may have been a christmas edition, but the fragrance within the bottle was exactly the same. With the fragrance being full of tiny shimmery particles, I thought it made it look really rather special.
I do like the way the product is presented, as its very glamorous and appealing to the eye. It comes in a silver etched box which looks amazingly different. The sculptor Serge Mansau, created the fab bottle, which dips at one side, giving it a sensual naughtiness, but in a very sleek way.
It reflects light as the under side has a very slight silver tinge to it, making all the pretty shimmer particles glisten and glow. It also has the Guerlain design on the clear cap and the name of the perfume runs 'Insolently' around the edge in a silver circle.
I found the shape of the bottle was easy to use with a handy pump spray action which makes it both simple and quick to spritz it on. The metallic pale blush pink of the scent is lovely. But don't be fooled into thinking this is a fragrance for girly girls! Insolence has a sultry, sensual side to it, that lingers on warm skin and carries on giving off a confident feminine scent, for several hours without the need to re apply.
This is a scent to buy for the one who rocks your world lads, for the confident woman who wants something more than many other scents have to give.
So many people have commented on how lush this smells, that having used the first bottle some time ago, I am almost loathe to open the other one, as I will be so very tempted to wear it all the time. Still whilst writing this I am seriously thinking of doing so.
I think that Insolence has an almost daring sensuality. Although it is a floral scent which combines red fruit and iris, its the inclusion of striking violet, that surprisingly takes it to a whole new level. Then there are citrusy bergamot, orange blossom too. It also contains tonka beans? Although I have no idea what they are and what they contribute to the mix.
I wouldn't have thought it would be possible to use violet so gorgeously in a fragrance, but Guerlain have and it works its magic well. Its no shrinking violet either, so forget the thoughts that you are having, that this is going to be like parma violets in liquid form, because it has way more class than that.
In summary this is just gorgeous! Its feminine, its sexy, alluring and confident
and I think its a real classic fragrance. If you haven't tried it yet, why not pay a visit to the fragrance counter of your local store and see if its for you.
Prices are usually around the £30 mark for a 30ml bottle, which lasts all day and far into the night too. I cannot rate this any less than 5 stars and if I am honest it would get 6 stars from me!
The has to be by far, the sweetest fragrance I have ever owned or indeed ever smelt - litterally sickly sweet - like sugar in liquid form. I initially bought it for a gift as friend wanted it and I couldnt believe they would want something so sugary smelling, I myself was not keen. However, once I started smelling it on my friend I felt into the trance of Insolence.
It is very feminine and floral, and smells like a much more expensive version of some cheaper branded body sprays which are a bit lighter. It's definately heavy duty, you will be noticed if you put some on and walk into a room.
I have since then started buying it for myself occasionally (I would buy it more often but the size of the bottle for the money is rediculous, although it is only £25-28, the bottle really does not hold much). Unfortunately the smell does not last as long as other fragrances I own, but as a scent it is really quite stand-alone - over the top but in a very good way! It, however, is most definately not an everyday perfume as it doesn't last long enough.
This is one of my favourite perfumes because it smells like palma violet sweets. Its a pretty heavy scent and you dont need a lot of it. One thing to consider is that palma violets are an acquired taste and many people dont like the smell of them. I have had a few remarks on several occasions by people that dont like the smell by saying that its over powering and thats with just a couple of squirts, so beware of it strength.
If like me, you dress and scent to please yourself and dont really care about what anyone else thinks, then i would advise all violet lovers to give this a so. When i first bought it I couldnt get enough and even today I save it for special occasions only. Dont forget that perfume always smells different on other people because of their natural skin oils go i would strongly urge you to test it on your own skin and let it develop before buying as its not a cheap bottle!
I bought a selection of mini perfumes from Boots as a treat for myself - it was reduced to £8 and contained five fragrances so I thought that was pretty good value, and I really enjoy trying new perfumes.
I had previously seen an advert for Guerlain Insolence. What struck me about that was that I really didn't like the name; insolence is defined as 'an arrogant, insulting or bold mode of conduct or attitude'. To me that doesn't seem anything to aspire to; perhaps they were aiming at a vaguely 'rebellious' teenage market, which would also explain why it's the sponsor for the programme Gossip Girl, which is not something I've wanted to watch.
The bottle - even the miniature version I have - is really rather pretty, with a glass rose shape forming the lid, which sits on the rounded bottle at a jaunty angle.
I applied the perfume to my wrists by dabbing it on - the miniature bottles don't usually come with a spray action. I didn't find the perfume changed scent over time, as some do as they adjust to your skin.
The scent is described as having heart notes of orange blossom and rose, top notes of violet and red berries, and base notes of iris and tonka bean resins.
I am not terribly good at identifying different layers to fragrances, but this to me is rather a 'one note' sort of perfume - it's very sweet with a hint of parma violets. I can't really detect the rose scent but other people with better noses may be able to. It's described as a fruity fragrance but I consider it to be more on the floral side.
It is a heavy sort of fragrance but it doesn't give me a headache. It has a warmth to it, and it is generally pleasant. It has very good staying power. However, it doesn't really smell like an expensive perfume - to me it has a fragrance reminiscent of the heavy, more old-fashioned perfumes like L'Aimant and also Amarige (which is also by Guerlain). It doesn't really smell like it costs £29.50 for 30ml, which is the going rate.
In general, I think this perfume is a nice, cosy warm smell for winter, but rather too sweet, a little overpowering, and not especially complex. Although it was introduced in 2006, it does not seem like a modern fragrance. However, fragrance is a very personal thing and I can see why it would appeal to people - it's not unpleasant by any means. It does have a beautiful bottle, so if you know someone who likes the more old-fashioned sweet perfumes, it's probably an ideal gift for them.
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I came across Insolence by Guerlain from a sponsorship advert on ITV, the advert was on before after the show and twice during each set of advert breaks on each hour long episode of the programme series. After being brainwashed I thought I have to know what this fragrance smells like. I went off in search and found it in The Fragrance Shop. I got the tester and immediately fell in love with Insolence. It was so fresh and deep.
I couldn't quite figure out what the scents were that I could pick out, every time I smelt it I seemed to pick out a different feel, it was sickly sweet and strong but at the same time slightly spicy. It also has a seductive feel to it.
I have found that depending on the occasion it seems to change its scent. For everyday I will use a little and it comes across subtle and fresh but for a date or evening wear I use a bit more and then the strong sweet spicy seductive aroma appears. The fragrance is also long lasting so a little goes a long way which in turn makes the perfume better value as you wont need to drown in it for the aroma to last all day or evening.
This will probably sound mad but I love how this fragrance seems to make me feel sexy and so much more confident. It's amazing what a little bit of perfume can do.
Insolence comes in an attractive looking bottle so it can be left out on display with out being an eye sore in the bedroom. The bottle is in the shape of half a ball with a slanted flat top. The lid is light pink and has two layers to it which are also slightly slanted.
At the time I bought it (early 09) there was an offer running so I bought a 50ml bottle of the shimmering version for £19.99 which I thought was very good value.
I am a huge fan of this perfume and wear it more or less everyday. I would definitely recommend Insolence and will be putting this on my christmas list as I'm nearly all out of my favourite perfume.
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Oh I love this perfume, it is my favourite and whenever I where it someone will always comment on how wonderful I smell.
To prove this I was on my way to a makeup show with my Mum and Nan in the car on the way there we were all arguing over who was wearing the best fragrance. At the show a famous Lancôme makeup Artist was applying some eyeliner to me. He was absolutely gorgeous so when he told me what perfume I was wearing and that he loved it I blushed all girly......well at that point my Mum and Nan knew that they had lost and I was defiantly wearing the best fragrance.
So if you want all the attention, whilst being subtle and sexy this is the one to go for. It will last all day and still be as beautiful at the end of the day as when you put it on in the morning. I never get board of wearing it.
Guerlain Insolence; is a surprising fruity, floral fragrance / With a glimmer of panache and a gleam of non-confirmist verve, its new interpretation of Violet is for the woman who feels no need to conform.


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Kazmir delivers solid outing, but late rally falls short
Left-hander allows two runs while striking out four in five frames
KANSAS CITY -- A comeback trail can sometimes be littered with moral victories before actual victories. In Scott Kazmir's case, the outing he gave the Indians on Saturday night marked his best performance in the big leagues in three years.
An old foe came back to haunt the Tribe, though.
Royals right-hander Ervin Santana, who no-hit Cleveland two seasons ago, blanked the Indians over seven innings to send them to a 3-2 loss at Kauffman Stadium. Santana's silencing of the Tribe's bats was more than sufficient in pushing Kazmir's start to the side and overcoming a late push from the Indians offense.
"We had pitches to hit. We just didn't do it," Indians first baseman Mark Reynolds said. "I think a lot of guys were frustrated in the dugout. We were kind of rolling over pitches and I think everybody was trying to do too much instead of just taking a single or whatever and getting on base."
Despite the end result, Kazmir's effort did not go unnoticed.
Indians manager Terry Francona said he was extremely encouraged by the effort turned in by Kazmir, who allowed one hit to the final 11 batters he faced after surrendering four hits to the first 11 Royals hitters he encountered. Kazmir established his fastball better than in his previous outing, and sat around 92-93 mph throughout the night.
"He pitched and held his velocity with his fastball," Francona said. "And then, when he wanted more, he went and got it and stayed in his delivery. He pitched the entire time. Early in the game, I thought he was leaving some balls that were wandering back and he couldn't quite get it in. Once he started getting it in, that opened everything up."
For Kazmir, the five-inning performance against Kansas City was a kind of milestone outing. It represented the first time since Sept. 30, 2010, when the lefty pitched for the Angels, that he lasted at least five innings in a Major League start. Los Angeles released Kazmir in 2011 and, since then, he has climbed from independent ball last year to earning a spot in the Tribe's rotation this year.
Kazmir was stuck with a hard-luck loss to the Royals, but really only paid for one mistake.
"All in all," Kazmir said, "it was a start I feel I can build on, for sure."
In the second inning, Kazmir issued a leadoff walk to Royals right fielder Jeff Francoeur. Two pitches later, Kansas City catcher Salvador Perez reached at an offering outside the strike zone and ripped it deep to right, where it tailed around the foul pole and into the seats for a two-run home run. Kazmir could not believe Perez made such strong contact with the errant pitch.
"It was probably behind a left-handed batter if he was in that box," Kazmir said. "I've never seen anything like that, someone to connect with a ball that far off the plate. But he did and he didn't miss it."
The Royals' 2-0 lead proved ample enough for supporting Santana's strong showing.
The Royals added an insurance run in the seventh inning on a bases-loaded walk issued by Tribe lefty Rich Hill, who was the fifth reliever used in the inning. That ended a shutout streak of 20 innings for Cleveland's bullpen, marking the third-longest run of that kind for the Indians since 2000.
Santana, who turned in a no-hitter in Cleveland as a starter for the Angels on July 27, 2011, scattered six hits and finished with five strikeouts and no walks in his seven innings of work against the Indians. Over his past four starts, the righty has gone 3-0 with a 1.20 ERA for the American League Central-leading Royals.
"I saw a lot of great stuff," Royals manager Ned Yost said. "But, for me, the key was his slider -- he had a lot of bite to it. Throwing good two-seamers, keeping the ball down in the zone. He just pitched a fantastic game."
Cleveland's best scoring chance against Santana came in the third inning, when Drew Stubbs, Jason Kipnis and Asdrubal Cabrera each singled to load the bases with one out. Cleanup hitter Nick Swisher then rolled over a 1-0 pitch, grounding into a hard-hit, inning-ending double play to bring an abrupt end to the rally.
"Swish hit the ball on the button," Reynolds said. "We just didn't take advantage of our opportunities pretty much all night."
Following Santana's exit, the Indians attempted a rally against the Royals' bullpen. Cleveland put two runners on in the eighth, but came up empty. In the ninth, the same opportunity arose, and Michael Brantley took advantage, pulling a pitch from Royals closer Greg Holland into the right-center field gap for a two-run triple. Unfortunately for the Tribe, that is where the comeback ended.
On the final play of the game, Kipnis struck out swinging, but stood in the batter's box seemingly unaware that the pitch skipped away from Perez. With Brantley on third base, Perez retrieved the ball and hustled back to the plate to tag Kipnis to seal the Tribe's loss. Had Kipnis run to first base, he would have forced a throw and increased the chances for a game-tying mistake.
"I don't think he even knew," Francona said of Kipnis. "Kip's such a hard-nosed kid, if he saw it, he would've taken off. I think he was frustrated with his swing and didn't even realize it. By the time he did, it was too late."
Kipnis declined comment after the game, but did address the issue via Twitter.
"I pride myself on playing the game hard and the right way," Kipnis wrote. "And in that last at-bat I didn't do it. Already apologized to Tito [Francona] and the gang. Would it have changed the outcome, probably not. But running to first on a [dropped third strike] is always the right thing to do."
It was hardly the only missed chance for the Indians in the ballgame.
Santana saw to that.
"Unfortunately, I think I've seen him good more than I haven't," Francona said. "His arm is tremendous."
Jordan Bastian is a reporter for MLB.com. Read his blog, Major League Bastian, and follow him on Twitter @MLBastian. This story was not subject to the approval of Major League Baseball or its clubs.

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Smashbox O-Gloss Intuitive Lip Gloss Reviews
I love thisI think it turns into a beautiful color on my lips. I love Smashbox O-glosses, they're not sticky and they go on smoothly. They're really expensive and I feel that the tube runs out fast, so that's easily the biggest downfall. — 6 years, 6 months agovolta | 566 reviews
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blech...This "gloss" was an awful bright pink my ten-year-old daughter wouldn't even wear. Thankfully, I got it for free from Sephora. I thought it would be more natural looking. Instead, it was like wearing a fuchsia goo that maybe 4-year-olds wear when playing dress up. — 6 years, 11 months agoleo1999 | 678 reviews
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Too pink, not a natural lookI tried this at Sephora and after a few minutes, I wiped it off. Way too pink for my skin tone. I liked the feel and the shine, but not the color. — 9 years agoitaliaca | 257 reviews
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the right chemistry!for once, it appears i have the right body chemistry for a beauty product! all too often, perfumes don't smell right on me, and the smashbox's intuitive blush version failed to bring any color to my cheeks. but i like o-gloss! unscented and flavorless (a nice change for a gloss), it glides on clear and slowly but surely blossoms into the faintest rosy hue, shimmery yet subtle. perfect for when...read more you're trying to achieve that "natural look". packed with their patented "goji berry-c complex", ginkgo biloba and pomegranate seed antioxidants, plus marine botanicals and avocado oil, i swear i can feel a slight tingle on my lips while also enjoying moisturization (just the slightest bit sticky). i've added it to my makeup bag! — 8 years, 9 months agojenstar313 | 101 reviews
Attack of the technicolour lipgloss!Oh no no no. This is an atrocity. Concept sounds good on paper, looks horrible on lips. Positive things first. It's not sticky, moisturizing, and long lasting! It doesn't smell or taste like anything, and comes in this striking pink packaging with a gradient. So far, so good. After putting this clear gloss on, I anxiously await the appearance of my "custom" shade. First, its just clear. ...read moreOh, then a nice natural pink...then pinker...pinker...and after ten or so minutes, OH GOD IT'S BRIGHT NEON FUCHSIA. For a gloss, it does pack a large amount of colour comparable to a lipstick. So for negatives, the colour and the price. (plus an addition of SPF would be nice) If you really want to try it out, it's pretty neat but hopefully the colour really is different for everybody. — 8 years, 9 months agoRavenLoudspeakr | 301 reviews
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Try it for something funThankfully, I have rave reviews for this. I can't imagine anyone having anything negative to say about this, unless they don't like pink lip gloss. Why would you even try this if that's the case in the first place? Anyways, this shiny sweet, long lasting gloss squeezes out clear, and within a minute or two you have a soft light petal pink color adjusted to your skin/body. It's hard for me to hear ...read morethat some people don't like the color, because the color is from your own lip/skin/body chemistry. I LOVE this, and I hope from here on out everyone else does, too! — 8 years, 4 months agoleelu | 354 reviews
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great keep-in-purse glossThis is a great gloss to have when you can't decide what lip color to wear. This gloss decided for you. What shade of pink depends on your skin chemistry. It looks like a pretty dark pink on me. I'm surprised how long the color and the gloss lasts. — 7 years, 10 months agoMiss_Vicki | 271 reviews
Love!I got this today and i love the color it is on my lips, it is a perfect shade. I have very fair skin, green eyes and dark hair. I do think it should be tried before buying but i got lucky and the color is perfect and i is nice and soft not too sticky on my lips. — 6 years, 6 months agoelena62 | 169 reviews
Nice BUT Not a Must-BuyThis was a cool product to try out...I love that the gloss is not sticky, lasts on your lips for a longtime AND has a nice consistency. I am NOT in love with the colors...I actually prefer the O-Gloss Noir one over the pink or gold one (I mean how many pinks or golds can a girl get???). Basically I think I could have kept my $22 and spent it on something else. — 5 years, 9 months agoMizzPink | 35 reviews
not for methis does what it says...goes on clear and changes to your mood (which is really your body temperature/skin tone) it turns neon fuscia on me. i hate it! i look like a drag queen/4 year old who got into her mom's makeup. for someone who loves bright pink, this would be perfect. but not for me. — 6 years, 2 months agomamalicious | 224 reviews
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Table Of Contents
Release Notes for Cisco Aironet 1410 Bridges
for Cisco IOS Release 12.3(2)JA5
Upgrading to a New Software Release
Default SSID and Distance Settings Change When You Change Role in Radio Network
Default Encryption Key 2 Is Set by Bridge
Limitation to PAgP Redundancy on Switches Connected by Bridge Links
CLI Command power client n Is Not Supported
ARP Table Is Corrupted When Multiple BVIs Are Configured
Bridge Cannot Detect Simultaneous Image Downloads
Bridge Cannot Detect Invalid Software When Using copy Command
New Express Security Page Simplifies Security Setup
Telnet Session Sometimes Hangs or Will Not Start During Heavy Traffic
Resolved Caveats in Cisco IOS Release 12.3(2)JA5
Resolved Caveats in Cisco IOS Release 12.3(2)JA
Stacking Bridges Section Changes
Obtaining Documentation and Submitting a Service Request
Release Notes for Cisco Aironet 1410 Bridges
for Cisco IOS Release 12.3(2)JA5
September 12, 2005
These release notes describe open and resolved caveats for Cisco IOS Release 12.3(2)JA5. They also provide important information about the Cisco Aironet 1410 Bridge (hereafter called bridge).
These release notes contain the following sections:
•Obtaining Documentation and Submitting a Service Request
The Cisco Aironet 1400 Series Bridge is a wireless device designed for building-to-building wireless connectivity. Operating in the 5.8-GHz UNII 3 band (5725 to 5825 MHz), derived from the 802.11a standard, the bridge delivers 6 to 54 Mbps data rates without the need for a license. The bridge is a self-contained unit designed for outdoor installations, providing differing antenna gains as well as coverage patterns and supports both point-to-point and point-to-multipoint configurations.
The bridge uses a browser-based management system, but you can also configure the bridge using the command-line interface (CLI) through a Telnet session, Cisco IOS commands, or Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP).
Cisco IOS Release 12.3(2)JA5 supports the features and bug fixes included in Cisco IOS Releases 12.3(2)JA, 12.3(2)JA1, and 12.3(2)JA2.
System Requirements
You can install Cisco IOS Release 12.3(2)JA2 on all 1400 series bridges.
Finding the Software Version
To find the version of Cisco IOS software running on your bridge, use a Telnet session to log into the bridge and enter the show version EXEC command. This example shows command output from a bridge running Cisco IOS Release 12.2(13)JA2:
bridge> show versionCisco Internetwork Operating System SoftwareIOS (tm) C1410 Software (C1410-K9W7-M), Version 12.2(13)JA2Copyright (c) 1986-2003 by Cisco Systems, Inc.
You can also find the software version on the System Software Version page in the bridge's web-browser interface.
Upgrading to a New Software Release
For instructions on installing bridge software:
1. Click this link to go to the Product/Technology Support page:
Choose Wireless > Outdoor Wireless > Cisco Aironet 1400 Series, scroll down and click Configure Guides.
2. Click this link to browse to the Cisco IOS Software Center on Cisco.com:
On the Web page, log in to access the Feature Navigator or the Cisco IOS Upgrade Planner, or click Wireless Software to go to the Wireless LAN Software page.
New Features
Cisco IOS Release 12.3(2)JA5 does not include new features. It supports the features included in release 12.3(2)JA. This section lists the new features in Cisco IOS Release 12.3(2)JA.
HTTPS - HTTP with SSL 3.0
This feature supports a Secure Sockets Layer (SSL)/Secure Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTPS) method of managing Cisco Aironet access points via a Web browser using HTTP.
HTTP Web Server v1.1
This feature provides a consistent interface for users and applications by implementing the HTTP 1.1 standard (see RFC 2616). In previous releases, Cisco software supported only a partial implementation of HTTP 1.0. The integrated HTTP Server API supports server application interfaces. When combined with the HTTPS and HTTP 1.1 Client features, provides a complete, secure solution for HTTP services to and from Cisco devices.
Installation Notes
This section contains important information to keep in mind when installing your bridge.
Bridge Installation
The bridge is available in two configurations:
•Integrated antenna bridge (with 22.5-dBi directional antenna)
•External antenna bridge (with antenna connector for use with an external antenna)
Note To meet regulatory restrictions, the external antenna bridge configuration and the external antenna must be professionally installed.
Note When installing the dual-coax cable, it is acceptable to unzip or pull the two cables apart at the ends if more separation is needed between the male F connectors.
Personnel installing the bridge must understand wireless bridging techniques, antenna alignment and adjustment, and grounding methods. The integrated antenna configuration can be installed by an experienced IT professional.
Stacking Bridges
You can double the throughput or create a standby link by stacking two bridges. A stacked installation consists of two bridge systems installed at the same physical location. For detailed mounting instructions refer to the Cisco Aironet 1400 Series Wireless Bridge Mounting Instructions that shipped with your bridge.
Note The bridge antennas must be separated by a minimum of 6.56 ft (2 m) from each other and from other co-located antennas.
Important Notes
This section describes important information about the bridge.
Default SSID and Distance Settings Change When You Change Role in Radio Network
If the bridge's SSID has not been changed from the default setting and you select Install Automatic Mode as the bridge's role in radio network setting, the SSID automatically changes from tsunami to autoinstall. When you change the role in radio network from Install Automatic Mode to Root or Non-Root, the SSID changes automatically from autoinstall back to tsunami. However, if you change the SSID from its default setting, changing the role in radio network setting does not change the SSID.
In Install Automatic Mode, the default distance setting is 99 km. When you change the role in radio network from Install Automatic Mode to Root or Non-Root, the distance setting changes automatically from 99 km to 0 km.
Default Encryption Key 2 Is Set by Bridge
The encryption key in slot 2 is the transmit key by default. If you enable WEP with MIC, use the same WEP key as the transmit key in the same key slot on both root and non-root bridges.
Limitation to PAgP Redundancy on Switches Connected by Bridge Links
When two switches configured for Port Aggregation Protocol (PAgP) are connected by redundant wireless bridge links, the PAgP switchover takes at least 30 seconds, which is too slow to maintain TCP sessions from one port to another.
CLI Command power client n Is Not Supported
The bridge does not support the power client n configuration interface command in the web-browser or CLI interfaces. The bridge does not perform any action when you enter this command.
Default Infrastructure SSID
When VLAN is enabled, the WEP encryption mode and the WEP key are applicable only to a native VLAN. Any SSID configured should have the Infrastructure-SSID parameter enabled for that SSID. With the Infrastructure-SSID parameter enabled, the bridge ensures that a non-native VLAN cannot be assigned to that SSID.
ARP Table Is Corrupted When Multiple BVIs Are Configured
The bridge supports only one bridge virtual interface (BVI). Multiple BVIs should not be configured because the ARP table may become corrupted.
Bridge Power Up LED Colors
During power up the bridge LEDs display the following color sequences:
1. The Install LED is initially turned off.
2. The Install LED turns amber.
3. The Status LED turns amber during the boot loader process.
4. The Ethernet, Status, and Radio LEDs turn green during the loading of the operating system.
5. The Ethernet, Status, and Radio LEDs turn amber during the loop-back test.
6. The Status LED starts to blink green then the Ethernet LED starts to blink green.
7. The Ethernet, Status, and Radio LEDs blink amber twice to indicate that the auto install process has started.
8. During the auto install process, the Ethernet, Status, and Radio LEDs turn off for a short time period then go through a blinking sequence twice. Each LED sequentially blinks at the following rates before becoming continuously amber:
a. Slow blinking rate of 1 blink per second.
b. Medium blinking rate of 2 blinks per second.
c. Fast blinking rate of 4 blinks per second.
9. The Install LED starts to blink amber to indicate that the bridge is searching for a root bridge.
10. When the bridge associates to a root bridge, the Install LED turns amber.
11. When the bridge becomes a root bridge and is waiting for a non-root bridge to associate, the Install LED blinks green.
12. When the root bridge has a non-root bridge associated, the Install LED turns green.
Bridge Cannot Detect Simultaneous Image Downloads
Do not attempt to load software images into the bridge from both a Telnet session and console session simultaneously. The bridge cannot detect that two images are being loaded at the same time. For best results, use the archive download command in the CLI.
Bridge Cannot Detect Invalid Software When Using copy Command
The bridge sometimes cannot detect invalid software images when you load software using the copy command. For best results, use the archive download command in the CLI to load new software.
New Express Security Page Simplifies Security Setup
The new Express Security page in the access point web-browser interface makes it easier to create SSIDs and assign security settings to them. Figure 1 shows the Express Security page.
Limitations of the Express Security page include:
•You cannot edit the SSID. However, you can delete the SSID and re-create it.
•You cannot configure multiple authentication servers. To configure multiple authentication servers, use the Security Server Manager page.
•You cannot configure multiple WEP keys. To configure multiple WEP keys, use the Security Encryption Manager page.
•You cannot assign the SSID to a VLAN that is already configured on the bridge. To assign the SSID to an existing VLAN, use the Security SSID Manager page.
•You cannot configure combinations of authentication types on the same SSID. To configure combinations of authentication types, use the Security SSID Manager page.
For complete instructions on using the Express Security page, see the "Configuring Basic Security Settings" section on page 2-9 in the Cisco Aironet 1400 Series Wireless Bridge Software Configuration Guide.
Figure 1 Express Security Page
Telnet Session Sometimes Hangs or Will Not Start During Heavy Traffic
When the bridge is transmitting and receiving heavy traffic, you sometimes cannot start a Telnet session and some existing Telnet sessions freeze or hang. However, this behavior is expected because the bridge gives top priority to data traffic and a lower priority to Telnet traffic.
This section lists open and resolved caveats in Cisco IOS Release 12.3(2)JA for the bridge and resolved caveats in Cisco IOS Release 12.3(2)JA and 12.3(2)JA5.
Open Caveats
These caveats are open in Cisco IOS Release 12.3(2)JA for the bridge:
•CSCec78900—High CPU use sometimes slows throughput on bridges.
Resolved Caveats in Cisco IOS Release 12.3(2)JA5
The following caveat is resolved in Cisco IOS Release 12.3(2)JA5:
Cisco IOS may permit arbitrary code execution after exploitation of a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability. Cisco has included additional integrity checks in its software, as further described below, that are intended to reduce the likelihood of arbitrary code execution.
Cisco has made free software available that includes the additional integrity checks for affected customers.
This advisory is posted at http://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-20051102-timers.
•CSCei76358—Through normal software maintenance processes, Cisco is removing depreciated functionality. These changes have no impact on system operation or feature availability.
Resolved Caveats in Cisco IOS Release 12.3(2)JA
These caveats are resolved in Cisco IOS Release 12.3(2)JA:
•CSCef60659, CSCsa59600—A document that describes how the Internet Control Message Protocol (ICMP) could be used to perform a number of Denial of Service (DoS) attacks against the Transmission Control Protocol (TCP) has been made publicly available. This document has been published through the Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF) Internet Draft process, and is entitled "ICMP Attacks Against TCP" (draft-gont-tcpm-icmp-attacks-03.txt).
These attacks, which only affect sessions terminating or originating on a device itself, can be of three types:
1. Attacks that use ICMP "hard" error messages
2. Attacks that use ICMP "fragmentation needed and Don't Fragment (DF) bit set" messages, also known as Path Maximum Transmission Unit Discovery (PMTUD) attacks
3. Attacks that use ICMP "source quench" messages
Successful attacks may cause connection resets or reduction of throughput in existing connections, depending on the attack type.
Multiple Cisco products are affected by the attacks described in this Internet draft.
Cisco has made free software available to address these vulnerabilities. In some cases there are workarounds available to mitigate the effects of the vulnerability.
This advisory is posted at http://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-20050412-icmp.
The disclosure of these vulnerabilities is being coordinated by the National Infrastructure Security Coordination Centre (NISCC), based in the United Kingdom. NISCC is working with multiple vendors whose products are potentially affected. Its posting can be found at: http://www.niscc.gov.uk/niscc/docs/re-20050412-00303.pdf?lang=en.
•CSCef96804—The RSSI DC output port now gives correct signal strength readings.
•CSCeg12593—Bridges now pass VTP information when the native VLAN on the bridge is not VLAN 1.
For the most up-to-date, detailed troubleshooting information, refer to the Cisco TAC website at http://www.cisco.com/cisco/web/support/index.html. Click Technology Support, choose Wireless from the menu on the left, and click Wireless LAN.
Documentation Updates
The Cisco Aironet 1400 Series Wireless Bridge Mounting Instructions provides detailed instructions for installing and mounting the bridge.
Stacking Bridges Section Changes
The separation distance between the two stacked bridge antennas is a minimum of 6.56 ft (2 m).
Related Documentation
These documents describe the installation and configuration of the bridge:
•Quick Start Guide: Cisco Aironet 1400 Series Wireless Bridge
•Cisco Aironet 1400 Series Wireless Bridge Software Configuration Guide
•Cisco Aironet 1400 Series Wireless Bridge Hardware Installation Guide
•Cisco IOS Command Reference for Access Points and Bridges
•Cisco Aironet 1400 Series Wireless Bridge Mounting Instructions
•Cisco Aironet 1400 Series Wireless Bridge 9-dBi Omnidirectional Antenna
•Cisco Aironet 1400 Series Wireless Bridge 10-dBi Sector Antenna
•Cisco Aironet 1400 Series Wireless Bridge 28-dBi Dish Antenna
•Cisco Aironet 1400 Series Wireless Bridge Roof Mount Assembly Instructions
Obtaining Documentation and Submitting a Service Request
For information on obtaining documentation, submitting a service request, and gathering additional information, see the monthly What's New in Cisco Product Documentation, which also lists all new and revised Cisco technical documentation:
Subscribe to the What's New in Cisco Product Documentation as an RSS feed and set content to be delivered directly to your desktop using a reader application. The RSS feeds are a free service. Cisco currently supports RSS Version 2.0.
This document is to be used in conjunction with the documents listed in the "Related Documentation" section.
Cisco and the Cisco logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Cisco and/or its affiliates in the U.S. and other countries. To view a list of Cisco trademarks, go to this URL: www.cisco.com/go/trademarks. Third-party trademarks mentioned are the property of their respective owners. The use of the word partner does not imply a partnership relationship between Cisco and any other company. (1110R)
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This article is from the archive of our partner .
Let's start with the definition: "looting," according to the New Oxford American Dictionary, means to "steal goods from (a place), typically during a war or riot." So is it fair to call post-earthquake scavenging for food, water, and goods in Haiti "looting," as the Wall Street Journal, the New York Times, and the Daily Beast have done?
It may make semantic sense, but a rising backlash of (mainly left-leaning) bloggers says the mainstream media's embrace of the term is not only unfair, but even racist. Critics--spearheaded partly by burgeoning hipster-pundit site The Awl--argue that the media is too quick to see "looting" in desperate Haitians' hunt for food and water. Here's why:
- Media Just Following a Script, argues Chris Lehmann in The Awl. Lehmann writes a barnstormer take-down of the term, digging into details of WSJ and NYT articles that suggest Haitians were taking and sharing goods out of necessity. He concludes "It is, of course, an article of faith in Timesland, and the
mediasphere at large, that reckless disturbance of the social peace is
the role scripted for poor people in the wake of a disaster--especially
those who happen to be darker complexioned, and thereby conveniently
saddled with all the coded insinuations that typically accompany "culture of poverty" arguments."
- Remember Katrina's 'Looting?' Cord Jefferson at Campus Progress reminds readers that reports of violence and theft in Katrina's aftermath turned out to be exaggerated. He interviews Dr. Kathleen Tierney at the University of Colorado, who says in both Haiti and Katrina's case "There is an institutionalized racism in the way these poor black disaster victims are treated."
- Foreign Media Using Word, Too, Despite Slim Evidence, writes Marc Herman at Global Voices. Herman says that Polish, German, French, and Spanish journalists have all resorted to counterparts of the word to describe the chaos. Yet, Herman notes, "blog and media reports of looting appear to be based on only a few cases"
- Is Taking a Bag of Rice While Starving 'Looting'? Choire Sicha and Tom Scocca at The Awl debated one of the first reports on looting. Reacting to news of people taking rice from a "half collapsed" supermarket in Port-au-Prince, Scocca deadpans "I'm sorry, if an earthquake hits Silver Spring, I am more than ready to go scavenge a bag of rice from the half-collapsed Giant." Eric Zorn at the Chicago Tribune echoes a similar idea, asking "What wouldn't you do if members of your family were dying? If you thought you could save them with a little humanitarian freelance redistribution of resources?"
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SANTA CLARA -- Vernon Davis and Alex Boone were no-shows at the start of 49ers minicamp, not unexpected.
Meanwhile, cornerback Eric Wright was missing for another reason: he decided to retire.
Wright figured to at least add depth, if not compete for a starting role, on a cornerback unit that saw Carlos Rogers and Tramaine Brock leave as free agents to the Raiders.
"Last night, Eric reached out to inform us of his plans to retire," 49ers general manager Trent Baalke said in a statement. "After a lengthy discussion, it was evident he put a great deal of thought into his decision. Eric has our full support and we wish him and his family nothing but the best."
"After seven NFL seasons, I am announcing my retirement from professional football," Wright said in the statement released by the team. "Playing was the fulfillment of a childhood dream, but as I prepared for the coming season, I realized that I no longer had the same passion I once had for the game. I will be forever grateful to all of the franchises I was lucky enough to play for, and look forward to beginning the next phase of my life, and spending more time with my family."
Meanwhile, Davis is fulfilling what he termed a "holdout" in an article he wrote for Sports Illustrated this week, looking for the 49ers to extend his contract that currently runs through 2015, as is the case with Boone.
"I'm disappointed in that decision, for them not to be here," Harbaugh said. "There's a voluntary segment to the offseason and we appreciate those guys volunteering to make the team better.
"Now it's mandatory and ... (it's) not the decision that I envision being the 49er way."
Those missing from mandatory minicamp can be fined up to $70,000.
Wright re-signed with the 49ers on March 12 for a base salary of $855,000, the minimum for a seven-year veteran. Neither Wright nor his agent could be reached for comment.
Wright, a San Francisco native, was signed last summer but spent at least a month away from the club while dealing with personal issues. He played sparingly in seven games as a reserve cornerback over the second half of last season.
"It's a little surprising," said safety Eric Reid, whose locker neighbors Wright's. "Maybe he's dealing with personal issues. I'm going to leave that up to him and not invade his space."
Wright had two drunken driving arrests before the Tampa Bay Buccaneers released him last year, after unsuccessfully attempting to trade him to the 49ers, who nullified the deal while citing a failed physical.
A league spokesman said there was "nothing to report" regarding any suspension Wright might possibly be facing.
Check back for more on this developing story.


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In February 2013, the University of Colorado Boulder Army ROTC program was honored with a MacArthur Award, recognizing the Golden Buffalo Battalion as one of the top eight ROTC units in the nation.
CU-Boulder seniors Elizabeth Dare and Nicholas Hollingsworth are part of the battalion and are preparing for their commissioning ceremony on Friday, May 10. Both cadets have been assigned to active duty. Dare, a political science major, will report to Fort Sill in Oklahoma at the end of May, where she will be among the first female commissioned officers to be a part of the field artillery branch. Hollingsworth, a history major, will report to Fort Benning in Georgia for officer training in the armor division.
"The cool thing about the field artillery branch is that it just opened up to females, who are now being integrated into this combat arms branch," Dare said. "The opportunities are definitely opening up as to where I can go from here."
Once Hollingsworth completes his officer training that begins next month, he will command a platoon of tanks within a company.
While the transition from college to active duty may be daunting to some, Dare and Hollingsworth say they are both confident in their training to this point, and they are passionate about their decision to join the Army.
"We joined ROTC during a time of war, so we know full well what our responsibilities are," said Hollingsworth. "I have a lot more training to do in my field specifically, but the Army spends a lot of time and money preparing people as officers, and deployment is part of the responsibility that I accept."
The Army ranks every cadet in the nation, and that ranking determines whether the soon-to-be commissioned officers go active duty or reserve and National Guard. The Golden Buffalo Battalion has done especially well, and Dare and Hollingsworth credit the cadre for putting some new protocols in place. One of those is a mentoring program.
"One of the things that sets us apart as a unit nationally is our mentoring program, where seniors mentor juniors," Dare said. "We made that mandatory this year, and it really seems to make a difference."
When asked about the most challenging aspect about being in ROTC as a college student, both Hollingsworth and Dare mentioned sleep, or lack of it.
"The hardest part of ROTC as a student is waking up at 4 or 5 in the morning during the week to do our physical training," Hollingsworth said. "We start our day hours before classes begin."
While ROTC isn't for everyone, Dare says no matter what your interest may be, take advantage of your time in college.
"I would tell somebody just coming to CU-Boulder to be as involved as you can be," she said. "Don't be shy, branch out and figure out who you are. Find something you love and invest in it. Four years go by quickly, but if you invest in something, it will pay off in the end."
For more information about leadership opportunites at CU-Boulder visit the Newton Chair in Leadership website.


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Persian jeweled rice is an exercise in stretching: take a basic grain, add more butter than you think wise, and a handful of dried fruits, nuts, and spices. Steam the mess with care and let the aromas mix and mingle. Then remove your pot's lid and take a step back at how good the whole thing smells.
Rare are the times that a rice dish, even one as large as this, is worth $18. When that rice stretches out raisins, orange peel, saffron, and scallions into something so much more than the some of its parts, it qualifies. Cafe Nadery's jeweled rice is big enough for a table of eight, and if it's on the specials board, order it to fill out the smart salads and the stews that make Persian cooking a world-class cuisine.
The rice isn't perfect. It's served atop strips of bone-dry chicken breast best ignored, or better yet, removed by request when you order. There's also a noticeable lack of tahdig, the crust that forms of at the base of Persian rice dishes analogous to a paella's soccarat. But the citrus and berry aroma is so enticing, the rice grains so fluffy and full of buttery warmth, that you may not care.
About the author: Max Falkowitz is the New York editor and ice cream maker in residence at Serious Eats. You can follow him on Twitter at @maxfalkowitz.


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"A very silly (not-too-scary) story about losing a beloved toy. That summer night, the toys were left outside. . ." . For the very first time, the Wonderdoll, the helpful wind-up robot, the thoughtful green dinosaur, and the rest of their plucky gang lie in the grass, gazing up at the stars. But one star seems brighter than the rest. As it grows bigger and bigger, the toys realize it may not be a star at all Soon theyre venturing into the unknown, traveling by spaceship, where they meet a lonely alien in need of help, and some friends. From ever-inventive, award-winning author-illustrator Mini Grey comes a hilarious and heartfelt new adventure: a motley group of toys left outside in the garden become true friends and brave heroes--in space
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For over 50 years, Mitsubishi has remained at the forefront of the mini split industry thanks to their dedication to providing efficient, user-friendly comfort solutions. If you are looking for unobtrusive zoned comfort, this system is right for you. The PLY-A18NHA is a single zone air conditioner mini split system designed to bring discreet cooling to any room in a large home or business. A low-profile ceiling cassette indoor unit, PLA-A18BA6, is paired with an outdoor condenser that uses some of the most advanced technology available to modulate temperature without the energy-wasting overshoots and short-cycling associated with simpler systems. The only visible portion of the indoor unit is its 3' x 3' grille, which clocks in at a slender depth of 1-3/8". As part of Mitsubishi's commercial P-Series, the condenser is constructed with industrial-grade materials to ensure consistent performance in the harshest conditions, making this system ideal for critical applications that require constant conditioning.
Product Features
Precision Temperature Control Technology
The PUY-A18NHA6 outdoor condenser is equipped with inverter technology and an electronic linear expansion valve. By adjusting compressor speed and refrigerant flow, the output of the unit can be matched to the zone for precise temperature control and improved efficiency.
When the indoor unit is run in dry mode, the coil's temperature stays just below the dew point of the return air, removing unwanted moisture. This improves your comfort and reduces the chance of mold growth and other property damage in the conditioned space.
Vane Control
Optimal air flow is easy to achieve with the PLA-A18BA6 thanks to the vane control option. This function provides access to five different horizontal vane positions, an auto mode, and a swing mode. Auto mode selects the best vane position based on operating mode. Swing mode cycles through all positions for maximum coverage.
Condensate Removal System
The PLA-A18BA6 contains an internal drain mechanism capable of lifting condensate 33-7/16". This simplifies installation and prevents condensate overflow, which can damage or destroy your property.
Advanced Remote Controller
The MHK1 wireless wall mounted remote controller kit supports multiple scheduling options. It also has Optimal Start functionality for learning how quickly your zone is cooled, then adjusting scheduled operations so that the zone is always the right temperature at the right time.
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This product requires the following accessories for installation:
- Line Set - This double insulated tubing transfers refrigerant efficiently between your outdoor condenser and indoor unit.
- Drain Tubing - Drain tubing facilitates the reliable and effective removal of condensate from your system. It connects your indoor unit to drain locations of your choosing.
- Disconnect Box & Electrical Whip Kit - The Disconnect Box & Whip Kit provides a safe and simple way to connect your outdoor condenser to your fuse box.
- Connecting Wire - This durable, insulated wire provides power to your indoor unit from your outdoor condenser.
- Outdoor Condenser Plastic Pad (Optional) - This pad provides an even surface, free of debris, on which to place your outdoor condenser.
- Wall Bracket (Optional) - The outdoor mini split wall bracket is a simple and sturdy way to mount your outdoor condenser off of the ground.
Adding these accessories to your order will provide a complete, ready-to-install mini split system. Our convenient Mini Split Installation Starter Kits include all of the required accessories listed above. Starter kits can be added to your order from the accessories tab above.


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Products that are currently available to manage plant-parasitic nematodes on corn in Iowa include the soil-applied insecticide/nematicide Counter and two relatively new protectant seed treatments, Avicta and Votivo. Counter is a contact and systematic nematicide with the active ingredient terbufos. Avicta is a contact nematicide (active ingredient abamectin) that moves on the surface of the root, and Votivo is a special strain of the natural soil bacterium Bacillus firmus that grows on the root. Counter is available from AMVAC, Avicta from Syngenta Seedcare, and Votivo from Bayer CropScience.
Five experiments were conducted on ISU research farms in 2011 (figure 1) to assess and compare the nematode population densities and yields of corn growing in plots with and without the seed-treatment nematode protectants and the soil-applied nematicide Counter.
The experiments were conducted at the Northwest Research and Demonstration Farm (near Sutherland), the Northeast Research and Demonstration Farm (near Nashua), the Johnson Research Farm (near Ames), the Armstrong Memorial Research and Demonstration Farm (near Lewis), and the Southeast Research and Demonstration Farm (near Crawfordsville). The fields where the experiments were conducted were selected arbitrarily – not because they were known to have damaging population densities of nematodes that feed on corn.
The treatments in the experiments were:
1. Avicta Complete Corn (Avicta + Cruiser + Maxim Quattro)
2. Cruiser + Maxim Quattro
3. Counter + Cruiser + Maxim Quattro
4. Poncho (500) / VOTiVO + Acceleron fungicides
5. Poncho 500 + Acceleron fungicides
Treatments 1 and 2 varied only by the presence of Avicta, treatments 2 and 3 varied only by the presence of Counter, and treatments 4 and 5 varied only by the presence of Votivo. The treatments were replicated four to six times in each experiment, and all treatments were applied to a single lot of seed of one 104-day corn hybrid. The experiment at the Armstrong Farm did not include treatment number 3, with Counter.
Soil samples were collected from each plot to determine nematode population densities at or near the time of planting and again when the corn was at the V5 to V6 corn growth stage. Root samples also were collected at the V5 to V6 corn growth stage and nematode population densities inside the roots were determined. The plots were harvested and yields were calculated for each treatment.
ISU Extension field agronomists Terry Basol, Joel DeJong, Jim Fawcett, Mark Licht and Aaron Saeugling; and ISU research farm staff Kent Berns, Stephanie Marlay, Ken Pecinovsky, Ryan Rusk, Josh Sievers and Kevin Van Dee established, maintained and harvested the experiments and collected the nematode samples.
Nematode results
- There were no significant differences in numbers of plant-parasitic nematodes in the soil among the treatments at planting in any experiment or in the soil at the V5 to V6 corn growth stage in the experiments in northeast, southeast, and southwest Iowa.
- In the experiment in central Iowa, there were significant differences in total number of plant-parasitic nematodes in the soil among the treatments at the V5 sample date, with fewer total nematode numbers in the Counter and Votivo treatments (figure 2).
- In the experiment in northwest Iowa, spiral nematode numbers and total numbers of plant-parasitic nematodes in the soil were lower in the treatments with Avicta, Counter, and Votivo and the Cruiser + Maxim Quattro treatment (minus Avicta) than in the treatment with Poncho + Acceleron fungicides (minus Votivo) (figure 3).
- The numbers of spiral, root-lesion, lance, dagger and pin nematodes in all experiments at planting and at the V5 to V6 corn growth stage were well below established damage thresholds for those nematodes.
- Very few nematodes were recovered from the root samples; those data were not used.
Corn yield results
- There were no significant differences in yield among the treatments at any of the five experiments.
- Overall mean yields for the experiments were 195 bushels per acre in northwest Iowa, 205 bushels per acre in northeast Iowa, 151 bushels per acre in central Iowa, 154 bushels per acre in southwest Iowa, and 129 bushels per acre in southeast Iowa.
- Corn yields were low in central, southwest and southeast Iowa experiments. There was some hail damage and gray leaf spot developed in the experiment in southwest Iowa. In the experiment in central Iowa, there were wind lodging problems later in the season, possibly related to poor stalk health.
The nematode management products did not consistently reduce numbers of plant-parasitic nematodes or corn yields in the experiments that were conducted in 2011.
The low population densities of plant-parasitic nematodes that were present in the field did not affect corn yield in the experiments. The numbers and types of nematodes in the experiments were similar to those frequently found in samples submitted to Iowa State University for testing for nematodes that feed on corn from 2000-2010 (see ICM News article).
The nematode management products may have a much more pronounced beneficial effect in fields with very damaging nematode species (like needle nematodes) and in fields with much greater plant-parasitic nematode population densities.
For more detailed information about the methods used and results of the experiments, contact the first author or consult the 2011 annual reports of the ISU Research and Demonstration Farms.


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A SEARCH has been launched for an Accrington-man after he didn't turn up to work for three days.
Trevor Whitehead, 50, was reported missing since Wednesday, April 9, after failing to turn up to work.
Lancashire Police, teams from Rossendale and Pendle Mountain Rescue and the police helicopter have been searching since the weekend for Mr Whitehead.
Comments have already started to be left by concerned friends on Accrington Police's Facebook page.
A co-worker contacted a family member who reported him missing to the police after Mr Whitehead didn't turn up for work.
A police spokesman said: "Mr Whitehead was reported missing from his home address last week.
"A concerned co-worker contacted a family member after he failed to turn up at work for three days.
"Investigations have been carried out every day since he was reported missing.
"We are appealing for anyone who has any information on his whereabouts to come forward and contact us on 101."


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The first trailer for PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN: ON STANGER TIDES is now available. In the latest adventure, Captain Jack Sparrow (Johnny Depp) finds himself on an unexpected journey to the fabled Fountain of Youth when a woman from his past (Penelope Cruz) forces him aboard the Queen Anne's Revenge, the ship of the formidable pirate Blackbeard (Ian McShane).
PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN: ON STRANGER TIDES sails into theatres May 20th, 2011 in Disney Digital 3D.
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This game is going to be all about possessions. He who can win the ball, and value their opportunity with the rock, shall become the victor.
Every faceoff in lacrosse is a special moment. Tonight's match-up between Denver Outlaw Andrew Hennessy and Long Island Lizard Peter Vlahakis (try saying that name five times fast) will ultimately dictate which team wins a war over time of possession. No pressure or anything Henny.
Time of possession and ground balls ultimately lead to offensive opportunities. The act of winning a faceoff unfortunately does not always directly yield these opportunities. Look for Long Island to utilize rookie standout defenseman Brian Karalunas (don't bother trying to say that one in rapid fashion, not worth it, yet oddly entertaining if you get it) to ensure Hennessy does not have an easy time translating faceoff wins into solid Outlaw possessions. His rapid stick checks and tenacious work ethic on ground balls equal a coaching nightmare. Even if the ball is won cleanly, this hawk is looking to disrupt what should be a positive situation.
Enjoy tonight's action and the beautiful weather the right way: by joining your Denver Outlaws at INVESCO Field at Mile High for a classic rivalry.
Outlaws Nation... let's ride!
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I grew up as a diehard Yankees fan. I went to Commisky park in Chicago to see MY team play against the White Sox. Believe me I wasn't the only Yankees fan there! The Yankees were perrenial World Series winners and drew fans such as myself to other AL parks to see them play. Vnzla is right that winners do that. It's just the way it is.
Something that no one has mentioned is that the Lakers only play 1 game a year in Indy, so Lakers fans have only 1 opportunity to see their team play. Also no one has mentioned how many Celtic fans were in MSA when Bird played here. Again, it happens, and Hill needs to keep his mouth shut about it. He played here last season, so he knows how it is. He's not so upset that it kept him from signing a 5 year 40 mil contract to stay here. If he's that upset, he can always ask for a trade. Otherwise, do his job and make those opposing fans leave BLF with their heads hanging down from beating their team. It's just that simple.


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It's our favorite time of the week! When we seriously contemplate the major star style moments that have graced the red carpet (and the sidewalk) in the past 7 days. Here are the chosen ones…
News: How Camila Alves Got Her Body Back After Baby #3
Watch: Kim Kardashian Talks Cheating On Kanye West
Photos: 8 Celebrity Denim Looks We Love
Who do you think was the best dressed star this week? Tell us in the comments section or on Twitter @OKMagazine!


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Here's a little insight into the Intimate Apparel Senior class. We may make all the draping on bust forms and nights spent slaving over knickers and corsets until security forces us out of the building look like a grand ole time, but trust that this is all the product of zero sleep and overall delirium.
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ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. -- HSN announced that Jill Braff has been appointed EVP digital commerce effective Feb. 7. Braff will report directly to Mindy Grossman, CEO of HSN Inc.
In her new position, Braff will oversee HSN's existing e-commerce, mobile and social media platforms. In addition, she will manage the development and implementation of new multi-platform initiatives. HSN's e-commerce, digital marketing, merchandising and advanced services teams will report to Braff.
"Jill's appointment underscores HSN's commitment to further advancing our e-commerce platform and continuing to elevate the company's position at the forefront of transactional innovation," said Grossman. "A results-driven media executive with experience in consumer entertainment and emerging technologies for publicly traded companies, Jill will help expand HSN's reach to customers both online and on-the-go."
Prior to joining HSN, Braff was the CEO and president of Scrapblog, a photo social media website with over 2.5 million registered users. Previously, she spent six years as the SVP global publishing for Glu Mobile (GLUU), a leading mobile game publisher. She has also held positions at Ancestry.com, The Learning Company/Mattel Interactive, Sega of America and Nintendo of America.


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These are stills taken from a 8mm home movie my Grandfather shot in 1957 in Miami Springs, Florida. My Grandparents would vacation with my dad in South Florida and they would go to golf tournaments. The stills are of: Mickey Mantle, Whitey Ford, Billy Martin & Yogi Berra. The kid with the glasses is my dad at age 13.
I was able to find the excerpt below on a website about the history of the Miami Springs Golf Club:
The Major League Baseball Players Golf Tournaments:
Art Bruns, who ran King Arthur's Court and the Carriage Club, had a talent for attracting the rich and famous. Arthur Godfrey, Mayor Dick Clark, all seven of the Mercury 7 astronauts, and local John Stadnik were members of the Carriage Club. Gus Grissom spent the night across from the villa the night before his fatal flight. Errol Flynn was among those who came for dinner. Though his connections Art Bruns was instrumental in bringing in bringing Major League Baseball players to Miami Springs for a golf tournament. From 1956 to 1967 major league Baseball held a yearly golf tournament at the Miami Springs golf course. Baseball greats such as Whitey Ford, Mickey Mantle, Yogi Berra, Don Drysdale and AI Lopez participated both in the Golf Tournaments and in the nightlife of the Carriage Club. In the mid 1960's the National League held a pro-am tournament at the course.


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Nothing to Get Excited About
Although the best advice I can give about this market is to respect the trend and not worry about doing much until the price action improves, it is still tedious to deal with this poor action. On one hand, you want to monitor closely and watch for signs of improvement. On the other hand, it is going to take time before there's a turn that can be trusted.
What often happens in a market like this is traders put on small trades just to stay busy, and then they are nicked up with little losses when the indices do little and stocks move randomly. Since we are traders, it feels like we should always be trading, but the reality is that there are times when it's better to stay away....209 more words left in this article. To read them, just click below and try Real Money FREE for 14 days.
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text: Into the Garden: Change is in the air By Sara Busse January 14, 2012 Story Share CHARLESTON, W.Va. -- There are changes in the air in the plant industry.Danny Takao is pushing for a unified marketing campaign. Takao is a former president of OFA, a national association of floriculture professionals including greenhouse growers, garden center operators, retail and wholesale florists, interior plantscapers, green industry suppliers, students, and educators).Like many in the industry, Takao is worried that the next generation of gardeners isn't as educated as their forefathers. He's pressing his fellow growers to pull together and fund not just community beautification projects, but education initiatives in the schools.Greenhouse Grower magazine has identified five priorities to re-energize the plant industry. Calling it "The Grow Initiative," the plan identifies problem-solving ideas.Bob Barnitz, of Bob's Market and Greenhouse in Mason County, was part of a panel of 19 innovative thinkers representing multiple facets of the ornamentals industry who came up with a five-part plan.First, there's consumer success. "With innovative genetics, technology and production research, today's growers produce amazing plants. But if the consumer doesn't have a good experience with our products, isn't confident enough to try them, or doesn't even consider us among their options when spending money, it's all for naught."Local garden center owners often have told me landscaping is the first item to be cut from a homeowner's budget. Money and time are the main factors that lead to this decision. With a tight economy, many folks are looking for ways to stretch the budget, and that's moving toward gardens that produce food, not just beauty. And I know that the No. 1 request I receive when discussing gardens is this: "We want a no-maintenance landscape!" Using technology, such as smartphones, to aid shoppers in the garden center will become more commonplace.The next step in the initiative is cultivating new customers. Again, time and money play a role in this: Generation X has less disposable income and more demands on their time. Growers must integrate their products into stores other than just garden centers. Also, growers typically pushed plants on the buyers that they believed to be the best for the consumer, without listening to what the consumer wanted.The third part of the growers' plan is to demand quality. This goes hand-in-hand with the first goal of consumer success. According to Greenhouse Grower, "In an atmosphere where we need to give customers every opportunity to succeed, providing the best possible plants, specifically selected to thrive in a specific region, is a must." They suggest changing the focus from price to how beautiful and unique the product is to entice buyers.Sharpening business management is a focus the panel sees as necessary for the floriculture industry. And finally, the group recognized that it must invest in the industry. "Regulatory issues make operating increasingly difficult," according to Greenhouse Grower. "Mass-marketing for our products is virtually non-existent beyond the efforts of the big boxes. Funding for university research shrinks year after year in state after state. Fewer young people look to floriculture as an exciting career opportunity ... as a group, and as individuals, we must devote time and money to turn these potential problems into opportunities for growth."One summit participant, Tom Smith of Four Star Greenhouse, pointed to Apple products (the computers, not the fruit) as a guide for the plant industry. He noted that his 91-year-old father and a toddler can use a iPad. He believes that if the industry moves its focus from price to consumer success, it will create a new generation of gardeners. Making purchasing simple, creating healthy and vigorous plants, integrating simple growing instructions are all ways to help new gardeners. As Smith explained, "If a customer fails, how many times are they going to try before they give up and go on to something else?"Smith said there is a reason why people wait outside Apple stores for days to get the newest Apple products. "They can't wait to be successful -- a business lesson we can all learn and embrace."Throughout the coming months, I'll touch on some of the other ways the gardening industry is working to entice a new generation of gardeners while keeping the old friends happy.Reach Sara Busse at email@example.com or 304-348-1249. Story Share Story Share Trending Now 1 City of Milton tries to revive Morris Memorial property 2 Mitch Vingle: WVU's Lyons watching bombshell merger news 3 Former Boone school board members indicted 4 Morgantown coal operator Laurita indicted in alleged campaign finance scheme 5 Capito quiet on newest ACA repeal proposal; Manchin opposes Lose the baggage under your eyes Previous Story Live Life Fully: What does it take to make you happy? Next Story


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WHAT: Hotwire has released a free mobile hotel app (for iPhone and iPod Touch) that offers instant access to hotel deals in 3,145 cities and 61 countries. You can see the hotel rating, price, amenities, general location and whether it's recommended by other customers, but you won't find out which hotel you've booked until after your credit card is charged.
HITS: Using the app is simple and easy. And the fact that you can book a room on the other side of the world right before you board your plane here in the U.S. seems magical. Although I tested it on an iPhone 4S, it was designed to work best with iOS 6 and iPhone 5.
MISSES: Nothing wowed me. Sure, it's clean and easy to use, and I can get the same low-priced hotel deals as I can on its website — but I wanted a little more excitement. With today's progress in apps, finding same-day deals wasn't enough to impress me.
— Jen Leo, Los Angeles Times


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Female Incontinence: Care and Treatment for a Common Ailment
Female incontinence is a fairly common and manageable condition, but sadly, it can have some severe psychological effects. These affects are amplified if the individual does not obtain the treatment and support she needs. Women who suffer urinary incontinence often report anxiety, shame, a fear of intimacy, a sense of insecurity and loss of control, and low self esteem. Those with adult incontinence frequently withdraw from social situations and can become isolated and depressed. This suffering, however, is unnecessary and avoidable. There are a number of products and treatments available on the market to help with this condition. It's just a matter of getting the right information, tools, and support.
There are different forms of adult female incontinence which result from a wide array of causes. From aging to neurological injury, to pregnancy and childbirth, incontinence is frequently the result of nerve or structural damage. Stress Incontinence refers to leakage that may occur when a woman does something sudden, such as coughs, laughs, or sneezes. Overflow Incontinence occurs when your bladder does not empty properly due to weak bladder muscles, while Urge Incontinence manifests as a sudden urgency to urinate due to abnormal nerve signals or bladder spasms. Overactive Bladder is also the result of improper nerve signals. Functional Incontinence refers to the inability to physically make it to a toilet and typically applies to the elderly.
Fortunately,today's incontinence sufferers have more options than ever. Helpful information, support and products are available online. Pads and undergarments are less bulky and intrusive than ever. Medical companies offer wholesale pricing and discrete delivery of a wide variety of female incontinence products. There are also a number of effective treatments that you can review with your physician. Bladder retraining and Kegel Exercises are popular. Many doctors recommend "timed avoidance" where the patient adheres to a schedule where you go to the restroom at designated times of the day without fail. Doctors may also prescribe medicines for Overactive Bladder which can help to block nerve signals. In more extreme cases, advanced treatments are available as well, including injections, vaginal devices, biofeedback, surgery, and even neurological treatments.
Please note that this article is for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose or treat any medical condition, or be taken as medical advice. For more information related to your unique situation, please speak with your personal physician.
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Ark MarkLanguage brain teasers are those that involve the English language. You need to think about and manipulate words and letters.
Each clue below is for two words that differ by only one letter: The letter has been either added to the beginning or the end of the word - all the rest are in the same order. In the "hint" you will see the lengths of the words, in the proper order.
For example "Writing on the wall of Noah's boat (3,4)" would result in "Ark Mark". Can you get the rest?
1. Complaint about a golf club part.
2. Insect being angry and vocal.
3. Angry buccaneer.
4. The second of the two dishes you mentioned.
5. Scrawny unidentified object.
Hint1. 4,5
2. 3,4
3. 5,6
4. 6,7
5. 4,5
Answer1. Grip Gripe
2. Ant Rant
3. Irate Pirate
4. Latter Platter
5. Thin Thing
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