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The Flood, The Water Heater, Spiders, And The Rat
Last Friday it started to rain, a hard rain that quickly flooded ditches, streets, and yards. The runoff from the rains in my yard tend to filter into my basement; which is a small quarter room with the dirt floor crawl space visible throughout the underbelly of the house. In one corner of the room sits a hole in the floor with a sump pump in it. And although the rains poured in the little old sump pump worked like a dream and kept the basement fairly dry. The Saturday rains were hardly noticeable but somewhere in the runoff into my basement it was enough to wash debris into the hole clogging up the sump pump. This meant that the Sunday night rains gathered in the basement flooding it to the point of about four inches. Not as bad as it has been when it was thigh deep once, but still bad enough for it to extinguish the pilot light on the water heater.
Monday morning I waded into the basement after my wife announced to me that there was no hot water. After unclogging the pump and scooping out as much debris as I could with my hand in the cold, cold water I went up stairs to clean my arm and legs with rubbing alcohol as the little sump worked for hours pumping out the basement; I was afraid that the water in the basement mixed with god knows what contained some kind of flesh eating crud that was going to eat away my hand and feet if I didn't sterilize them quickly. I had no idea I had that many little cuts and scrapes on my feet and hands. They burned like hell. Later that day I went back into the basement and opened the door on the water heater to let it air dry more easily. My hope was that the eight hours I was at work the sump would stop any more flooding and the heater would dry out enough for us to have hot water in the morning. When I came home for dinner at seven thirty my wife announced to me that we had a rat in the house, she had seen evidence of it and she wanted it dead!
At eleven Monday night, when I got off work, I was changed into old jeans and tee shirt with my shop shoes and a ball cap armed with a fireplace lighter, flashlight, screwdriver and a lot of hope. Perched on a milk crate we had in the basement I worked on the pilot light till it lit and stayed lit. Replacing all the parts I eased the temperature gage till the burner in the heating chamber came on and started burning all the air and what ever else there was out of the system. As I waited something moved behind me. I spun to look but there was nothing in the cramped space under the stairs next to the heater except some debris I had never moved out.
The furnace in the water heater went out. I went back to work opening it back up and relighting it, returning everything to it's place and bringing the temperature gage back up to warm from the vacation position I waited for all the junk in the little chamber to settle down and give me a steady flame that would heat my water. Truth be told I was waiting for something to go incredibly wrong, something to catch fire. So I sat there in the basement on fire watch.
Again, a noise from behind me. With flashlight in hand I spun on my milk crate to see nothing! Then I noticed the rat on the floor casually strolling from the shadows under the stairs towards me like he was a curious neighbor and wanted to know what I was working on. All I could think to do was say, "Hello." I stood up slowly not so much to keep from frightening it away but my back was hurting and I couldn't have stood up quickly. I picked up the milk crate and dropped it over the rat. A milk crate with hundreds of holes this thing could easily slip through but it didn't, it just sat there passively. I held the flashlight on it as if I were holding it in some kind of force field of light and I eased my self over the duct work that made the corner the water heater in so damned difficult to get to and I looked around for something to truly capture the rat with all the while keeping it in place with my flashlight force field.
A few years back we had some plumbing work done and the plumbers left a four-inch diameter section of PVC pipe abut two feet long in the basement. It was the only thing I could find so I picked it up and crawled back over the duct work to the water heater corner when the rat climbed out of the crate through one of the dozens of holes in the top and laid down on the thing presenting me it's belly just like my dogs do when they want me to rub their bellies. After my "what the fuck?" reaction, I told the rat he had to get off my crate so he climbed down and started his slow saunter towards the water heater again. I quickly slid the PVC pipe over the rat trapping him in the pipe and myself in the basement since I had to hold the pipe up right and pressed against the floor to keep it from getting away. I had no idea what I was going to do if this thing crawled up the inside of the pipe. Looking down the hole with the flashlight I saw it was just sitting there content, kind of happy to be in a pipe.
For a while I sat there on the crate in the basement holding the PVC pipe on end with one hand the flashlight on the other hand. Keeping one eye on the top of the pipe and the other on the little viewing window of the water heater. All I needed was for the flame to go out and the gas still pouring out killing us both from a gas leak. Or worse yet, the water heater would explode killing us both in a blaze. Those of you reading this who know about water heater may be saying neither of those would happen because of the so-n-so device would keep that from happening. Well I know enough about the gas works of water heaters to be dangerous and until you have trapped yourself in a damp basement with a rat don't tell me what will or will not blow up.
After a few minutes the rat decided he wanted out of the PVC pipe and tried to crawl up. I quickly stood and shone the flashlight down the pipe only giving him a better view of where to put his feet. Luckily he couldn't find a foothold and stayed at the bottom of the pipe. He gave up and just sat in the pipe. I don't know what your time limit is on holding a rat trapped in a basement is but I reached my limit at about five minutes. Having nothing to near me to use to keep this rat trapped hands free I decided I was going to have to yell for my wife who was asleep two floors above me in our bedroom. So I bellowed out her name, "Ronnie!" No answer.
"Ronnie!" nothing.
After several times of yelling her name. I called the dogs to the basement steps and like Timmy in the well I gave them my instructions. "Go get mama. Wake mama up." And I gave yelling her name another shot, "Ronnie, I need some help down here." The dogs joined in with a choir of barking and howling as I bellowed from he basement.
Nothing. After a minute or so of that one of the dogs came to the top of the basement steps and said, "Sorry daddy, I guess she didn't hear us, I'm going tot go to bed now." And off he wondered. The other one was loyal enough to stay down stairs and sleep on the living room floor.
I took to banging on the furnace hoping the sound of my banging would travel up the pipes and into our bedroom making enough noise to wake her up. I added to this by keeping up the calling of her name, "Ronnie, I need some help down here. Ronnie wake up." Bang, bang, bang on the furnace.
Then I tried the 'I've fallen and can't get up' voice hoping that her motherly instincts would kick in and she would somehow since deep in her slumber that I was in danger and sit bolt upright in bed fearful that I might actually be in danger. "Ronnnieee, hellllp meeeeee." The rat asked if I was ok. Nothing from the rooms above.
I adjusted the water heater setting up to hot knowing I was going to need a very hot shower when I got out of this mess. I continued to hold the tube upright with the rat trapped in the bottom, I continued to cry out her name "Ronnie" I continued to bang on the furnace, I continued to think of ways to trap this rat without me having to hold this tube upright. My hand was getting sore, my voice was giving out and I was not thinking clearly. I don't know how much time had passed when at one point I called out her name, "Ronnie" and I heard a reply. I called out again and received another reply "Ronnie" came the call from the street followed by laughter. A couple of people walking down the street in the middle of the night heard my cry and mocked me.
People outside the house hear me calling why the hell couldn't she hear me? Now I was mad. Cupping my free hand to my mouth I mustered up all the lungpower I could and with the force of a drill instructor dressing down a recruit I bellowed with all the force and anger I had, "RONNIE, RONNIE WAKE THE FUCK UP!" the furnace and duct work vibrated with my effort, the rat tried to make itself even smaller in defense, bit's of the house fell off like a precursor to a landslide. I'm sure that somewhere in dreamland she heard me call out her name and nestled comfortably in our bed she probably muttered in her sleep "I love you too" before drifting further into a sleep of the dead.
Sitting there tired, frustrated, damp, and angry I looked around the basement again and noticed we hand a lot of spiders in this room with me. And they all seemed to slowly be moving closer. My mind raced with thoughts of all the old horror films I had seen over the years about things in the basement, all the stories of H.P. Lovecraft started to come to mind. I had flashes of the movie 'The Rats Are Coming! The Werewolves Are Here!' A silly movie; I knew I had to get out of the basement now.
Again I looked around the basement to see what was available to me. Everything was ten feet away across that duct work barrier I had to straddle to get in this tight corner and I saw no way of reaching any of it, at least not with my hands. I continued to bang on the furnace; I continued to call for my wife. Now I thought I tasted blood in the back of my throat from screaming so much. But I had a plan and it didn't come too soon because when I stood up to start it in motion something in my stomach flipped over and let me know I was going to have to go to the bathroom sooner than later. Great, just great.
I started to inch the tube upright across the uneven floor using both hands flashlight dangling from my mouth by a string attached to it. I had to be careful because I knew that if given half a chance the rat was going to make a break for it. I got us both pressed as close to the ductwork as possible. Slipped one shoe off and stretched my leg over the ductwork and tried to grab some old wires with my toes. It took some balancing and a lot of trying but I finally got the wire and was able to pull it towards me till it got caught on something. I was able to grab it with a free hand and yank it to me hoping it wasn't connected to anything.
"Ronnie. Ronnie" I called again. Then I inched our way back over to a spot under the stairs, flashlight in my teeth, one shoe off still. The basement floor was wet and gross. At a wooden support stanchion under the stairs I scooted the PVC pipe next to it and using the wire I snagged with my foot I wrapped the wire around the stanchion and pipe lashing them together. The rat's tail slid out from under the pipe; damn he had an out. Looking around again I found an old hand coal shovel, it was rusted and flat, that would have to work. I slid it under the pipe hoping the rat would be confused and unable to figure out how to get past this new barrier presented to him. I still had to cover the top of the pipe.
"Ronnie!" I tried again, my voice almost gone.
Looking around I found a mesh window screen and grabbed one of the many loose brick in the basement and placed them over the top hole of the pipe. It was a temporary fix but I now had the rat-trapped hands free. Free, I was free! Tired and angry I didn't go about trying to find a permanent trap for the rat or a way to kill it like I should have instead I rushed up the two flights of stairs and into our bedroom. I wanted to know why the hell with all the noise I was making didn't she hear me! I opened the door and stepped in quickly. She startled awake. All that noise, she gets startled by me opening the door. Go figure. "How do you want me too kill the rat?" I asked curtly "What?"
"I have the fucking rat trapped for now how do you want me to kill it? Where is the rat poison?" I didn't wait for a reply I was headed back down to the basement I didn't what this rat to get away, not after all this. I heard her moving around upstairs as I shown the flashlight through the top of the PVC pipe. The rat was still there. Back up stairs to the kitchen. We were looking around for poison only to find that something had eaten the rat poison we had set out under some shelves. No wonder this little bastard was so passive he was high on rat poison. We couldn't find anything else to kill it with till we spotted an empty pickle jar on the shelf.
It was one of those Sam's Club jars that held a gazillion pickles. I asked her if I could use it and she said sure. So back to the basement I went. My temporary trap still in place, the rat still in it. I removed the brick and screen slid the opening of the jar over the mouth of the pipe and in a balancing act I tilted the entire contraption upside down holding the coal shovel in one hand and the jar in the other hoping the pipe stayed in the middle. The rat slid down the pipe and landed in the jar. He looked around, tried to climb out once then just sat down in the bottom of the jar as I put the lid on top of it. I took the jar up stares and showed it to Ronnie who was amazed more at the fact that the rat seemed content to be in the jar than at the fact that we had a big rat. I will admit I kind of wanted to punch holes in the lid and keep it for a while then I got pissed off at it again as I looked at the clock. I took him out side and placed him gingerly in the trash can closed up the basement and took a hot shower. That's where I discovered one of the spiders had gotten to me. There was a red spot about the size of a silver dollar on my belly with about four puncture holes in it. To press on it was to be met by hard skin where anyone who knows me knows my belly has never been hard. I was tired and didn't think too much about it I just wanted to get to sleep. I was too worked up to sleep and finally drifted off at about 4:am waking up I felt like shit and spent most of the next day in bed with fit filled dreams of boats.
two weeks later the pest control guy came and we had him put our traps and spray the basement for spiders. The hard spot on my belly went away and I never felt sick. The rat eventually died. We went through two water heaters till we got one that would stay lit and was small enough to be placed up high in the low basement so that flood waters couldn't reach it. The sump pump was replaced and has worked just fine ever since simply because it hasn't rained like that again.


text: Home- Faculty Search- Faculty Directory- Judith Oliver Colgate Directory FACULTY DETAIL < BACK TO RESULTS Judith OliverProfessor of Art and Art History and Medieval & Renaissance Studies Emeritap firstname.lastname@example.com Degree BA, Mount Holyoke College 1969; MA, Johns Hopkins, 1971; PhD, Columbia University, 1976 Teaching Experience Boston University, 1980-84 Specialties Medieval and northern Renaissance art history Interests Medieval manuscripts / the Low Countries, Britain, Germany, France Publications Singing with Angels: Liturgy, Music, and Art in the Gradual of Gisela von Kerssenbrock (Brepols, 2007) Principal contributor to Medieval and Renaissance Manuscripts in the Walters Art Gallery vol. 1: France 875-1420 (1989) and Vol. 3: Belgium (1997) Gothic Manuscript Illumination in the Diocese of Liege c. 1250-1330, 2 volumes. (Peeters, 1989) In Beeld Geprezen. Miniaturen uit Maaslandse Devotieboeken 1250-1350 (Peeters, 1989) Manuscripts Sacred and Secular: The Collections of the Endowment for Biblical Research and Boston University (Boston University, 1985) Numerous academic articles Distinctions Newsletter editor and member of Board of Directors, International Center of Medieval Art 1995-98; College Art Association, Arthur Kingsley Porter Prize Committee 1994-97; College Art Association of America's Millard Meiss Publication Subvention 1987; Medieval Academy of America's Elliott Prize for best first article in the medieval field 1980 Exhibitions Curated: "Selected Old Masters from the Picker Art Gallery," a digital exhibition Other Assistant Curator of Manuscripts and Rare Books, Walters Art Gallery, Baltimore, MD, 1977-80

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Tuesday, November 30, 2010
Sweave Tutorial 3: Console Input and Output - Multiple Choice Test Analysis
This post provides an example of using Sweave to perform an item analysis of a multiple choice test. It is designed as a tutorial for learning more about using Sweave in a mode where console input and output is displayed. Copies of all source code and the final PDF report is provided.
By jeromyanglim on Tuesday, November 30, 2010 Labels: LaTeX, R, Sweave 3 comments
Monday, November 29, 2010
Sweave Tutorial 2: Batch Individual Personality Reports using R, Sweave, and LaTeX
This post documents an example of using Sweave
to generate individualised personality reports based on
responses to a personality test.
Each report provides information on both the responses of the general
sample and responses of the specific respondent.
All source code is provided, and selected aspects are discussed,
makefiles use of
\Sexpr, figures, and LaTeX tables using Sweave.
By jeromyanglim on Monday, November 29, 2010 Labels: LaTeX, make, personality, R, Sweave 1 comments
Getting Started with Git, EGit, Eclipse, and GitHub: Version Control for R Projects
This post provides information on
(a) installing Git using the Eclipse plugin Egit. (b) uploading repositories to GitHub, and (c) links to resources on Git, Git and LaTeX, and Git and R. The focus is on version control for people working on R, Sweave, and LaTeX related projects.
(a) installing Git using the Eclipse plugin Egit. (b) uploading repositories to GitHub, and (c) links to resources on Git, Git and LaTeX, and Git and R. The focus is on version control for people working on R, Sweave, and LaTeX related projects.
By jeromyanglim on Monday, November 29, 2010 Labels: Eclipse, LaTeX, R, version_control 0 comments
Saturday, November 27, 2010
Sweave Tutorial 1: Using Sweave, R, and Make to Generate a PDF of Multiple Choice Questions
In this post I present an example of using Sweave to prepare a PDF of formatted multiple choice questions. More broadly the example shows how to use Sweave to incorporate elements of a database into a formatted LaTeX document. It aims to be useful to anyone wanting to learn more about the almost magical powers of
Sweave, and
By jeromyanglim on Saturday, November 27, 2010 Labels: LaTeX, make, R, Sweave, teaching 8 comments
Tuesday, November 23, 2010
makefiles for Sweave, R and LaTeX using Eclipse on Windows
This post provides a brief introduction to
make and
In particular it describes how to set up
make on Windows with an emphasis on using
make in Eclipse on projects involving R, Sweave, and LaTeX.
By jeromyanglim on Tuesday, November 23, 2010 Labels: Eclipse, LaTeX, R, Sweave 2 comments
Friday, November 12, 2010
Getting Started with Markdown: Benefits, Installation, Learning, and Conversion
I've recently adopted Markdown as a markup language for editing my blog posts. This post discusses (a) the benefits of Markdown, (b) installing a Markdown editor, (c) learning Markdown, and (d) converting between formats.
By jeromyanglim on Friday, November 12, 2010 Labels: blogging, markup 0 comments
How to calculate confidence intervals of correlations with R
This post sets out how to calculate confidence intervals for correlations using R. Because I often get this question from people unfamiliar with R, it assumes no prior knowledge of R.
By jeromyanglim on Friday, November 12, 2010 Labels: correlation, R 0 comments
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(Warning — tongue firmly in cheek.)
Megan and Dan have written on how an environmentally-minded winter holiday enthusiast should choose between a real and an artificial Christmas tree. The comparison already isn't easy, but it could get even more complicated. What if the "natural" tree were genetically engineered to glow in the dark?
Two UK graduate students say it could be done. Remember GloFish ("available in five striking colors"!)? The principle is the same — put a gene for a fluorescent protein and a firefly gene for the enzyme that activates the protein in the needles of a Christmas tree and voila, self-lighting tree, potentially in your choice of colors. No need for electric lights, LED or otherwise.
The students, who submitted their idea to a competition (don't worry, they don't appear to be actually doing this), say it's perfectly feasible.
The only problem in reality is the cost . . . We calculate that the initial trees would cost about £200, which means going for the upper end of the market. But I'm sure a lot of people would love them, especially the Americans.
What do you think, life cycle analysts? More or less environmentally correct?
(Hat tip: Cool Green Science.)


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Kodak emerged from bankruptcy protection on Tuesday as a new company focused on commercial printing technologies.
Here are key events in the recent history of Eastman Kodak Co.:
July 20, 2011 — Kodak begins shopping around its 1,100 digital-imaging patents.
Sept. 27 — Moody's Investors Services downgrades all of its debt ratings for Kodak, citing ongoing weakness in the company's core business operations and the likelihood that flagging demand will hamper results indefinitely.
Oct. 3 — Kodak confirms it has hired Jones Day, a law firm that lists bankruptcies and restructuring among its specialties.
Oct. 16 — Kodak says Imax is licensing thousands of patents covering laser projection technology, giving Kodak millions of dollars in revenue.
Dec. 22 — Kodak says it has agreed to sell its gelatin business as it looks to boost its dwindling cash reserves. The product is used in photographic and printing processes as well as in food and pharmaceuticals.
Jan. 10, 2012 — Kodak announces plans to realign and simplify its business to cut costs, accelerate its digital transformation and boost its share price. The new structure has two business units instead of three.
Jan. 19 — Kodak files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection as it seeks to boost its cash position and stay in business.
Feb. 9 — Kodak says it will stop making digital cameras, pocket video cameras and digital picture frames.
Feb. 15 — Kodak receives court approval to end its sponsorship deal with the Hollywood theater that is the venue for the Academy Awards. Kodak had signed a $74 million deal for naming rights to the theater in 2000. During the Feb. 26 Oscars ceremony, host Billy Crystal jokingly refers to the venue as "the beautiful Chapter 11 Theater."
March 1 — Kodak says it plans to sell its online photo service business to Shutterfly Inc. for $23.8 million.
May 1 — Audio technology company Dolby Laboratories Inc. gets naming rights to the Oscars venue after Kodak ends a deal early. Bankruptcy judge issues order approving sale of online photo business to Shutterfly.
July 2 — Kodak shuts down Kodak Gallery. North American accounts go to Shutterfly. Judge rules that Kodak can proceed with auctioning some 1,100 digital imaging patents, about 10 percent of the company's portfolio.
Aug. 23 — Kodak says it will sell its document imaging and personalized imaging businesses to better focus on printing and business services.
Nov. 28 — Kodak says it will get loans worth $830 million in a new financing package that replaces an earlier, $793 million deal. The offer comes from a committee of 10 institutional investors who all hold senior secured notes in Kodak. The financing is subject to court approval and requires the company to complete the sale of its digital imaging patent portfolio for at least $500 million.
Dec. 19 — Kodak says it will receive about $525 million from the sale of its digital imaging patents. The company says the sale will help it repay a substantial amount of its initial debtor-in-possession loan. It satisfies a key condition of the financing announced Nov. 28.
Feb. 1, 2013 — Kodak completes the sale of the patents for about $527 million in proceeds.
April 15 — Kodak agrees to sell some of its document imaging assets to Brother Industries Ltd. for about $210 million. Japan-based Brother also assumes the business' deferred service revenue liability, which totaled about $67 million as of Dec. 31.
April 29 — Kodak agrees to sell its personalized and document imaging businesses to its U.K. pension plan for $650 million as part of an agreement that settles $2.8 billion of claims the retirement fund had against the company.
June 20 — Kodak says it has secured as much as $895 million to fund its operations after it emerges from bankruptcy protection.
July 30 — Kodak says CEO Antonio Perez will be replaced in the first year after it emerges from bankruptcy protection. Perez will stay on as CEO for up to a year or until a successor is named, whichever is first. He will help with the CEO selection and transition processes.
Aug. 14 — Kodak names a new board that will lead the company after it emerges from court oversight. Perez will remain on the board.
Aug. 20 — U.S. Bankruptcy Judge Allan Gropper approves Kodak's plan to emerge from Chapter 11.
Tuesday — Kodak exits from bankruptcy protection. It says its old stock is canceled as of Tuesday. Creditors are getting stock in the restructured company.
Source: Kodak, Associated Press research


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Broward County
When neighbors on McKinley Street in Hollywood heard screaming from the cozy yellow house in the middle of the block, they thought the young people who hung out there were just having a party.
There was always commotion at 1632, and young people in black BMWs and Mercedes Benzes pulling up in the driveway from 6 a.m. until well past midnight.
"I always thought it was strange," said one neighbor who has lived on the block for the past 40 years and did not want to be identified. "I thought about calling police, but what was I going to say? There was just a lot of traffic over there.''
But the young people at the house on Friday night were not having a party. They were beating and raping a 16-year-old South Broward High student, who was being held against her will by two female classmates who kicked her in the head, threw her down the backyard stoop and dragged her by her hair into the yard as she pleaded with them to let her go. They continued to attack her, ripping off her clothes and threatening her until she agreed to have sex with a 19-year-old man who lived in the house, police said.
The girl was so brutally beaten that several bones were broken in her face and her eyes were swollen shut, police said.
She was recuperating Monday at Joe DiMaggio's Children's Hospital in Hollywood.
"It's absolutely barbaric,'' said another neighbor who was sleeping too soundly Friday night to hear anything.
The two girls, one 15, the other 16, taunted the victim, as one of the men in the house recorded the rape on a cell phone.
As the girls held her down, Jayvon Woolfork, 19, forced the girl to have sex, police said.
Woolfork, 5-foot-3 and 140 pounds, has a criminal history, including attempted armed robbery, robbery and burglary.
The victim resisted, then begged the girls to stop as they held her down and smashed her head against the concrete floor. She finally agreed to their demands to perform a sex act on Woolfork, the police report said. Two other young men, Lanelyn Singleton, 18, and a 17-year-old, also participated in the attack, according to the arrest reports.
Singleton was arrested last year on charges of battery of a school board employee and carrying a weapon on school property. In March, he was arrested for possession of an incendiary device on school property, his arrest record shows.
The males were charged with felony sexual assault, kidnapping and false imprisonment. Woolfork and Singleton were arraigned Monday and held without bond. The other three suspects were sent to the county's juvenile detention facility.
The two girls each were charged with one count of felony battery.
The victim was invited to the home by the 15-year-old, described by police as the victim's "friend.'' The friend weighs about 100 pounds, is 5-foot, 1-inch tall, has a tattoo of a rose on her wrists and the word "Fearless" on her back, police said. She has more than 600 friends listed on her Facebook page, many of them fellow South Broward High students.
The 16-year-old is 4-foot-8 and weighs 75 pounds. She has a Facebook page that describes her as a student at South Broward High, even though the arrest report lists her address as Coconut Creek. Her page also has a photo of herself standing outside a prison, with a caption "Free my daddy.''
After the rape, the victim managed to escape by running out of the house and going to the nearby home of a family member. The family member called police.
Late Monday, Broward Schools spokeswoman Tracy Clark said she had not heard anything about the incident.
The crime is still under investigation. Hollywood Police are probing other possible criminal activity involving the suspects, including suspected drug dealing and human trafficking.
Hollywood Police Chief Frank Fernandez said Monday that his concern is that this isn't the first time that this group victimized someone.
"This type of violence does not happen overnight," he said. "Repeat victimization is very possible in this case."
Fernandez said detectives are looking into everything – including whether there are more victims.
"We are looking at all leads and hoping people come forward with more information," he said. "When you are talking about such young people involve in such a heinous crime, you can't help but wonder what could possible lead them to do this."


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Alumni Relations
Location: Riggs Hall, 3rd Floor, Suite 301
Phone: (417) 865-2811 ext. 7333
Location: Riggs Hall, 3rd Floor, Suite 301
The Alumni Relations office of Evangel University promotes lifelong relationship between the university and its former students. This includes hosting alumni events around the country throughout the year as well as the annual Homecoming festivities on campus each fall.
They also organize alumni volunteers to help with the recruitment of future Evangel students.
|Director of Alumni Engagement
|Hector Cruz
|CBC Alumni and Church Relations
|Douglas Jenkins
|Administrative Assistant
|Tammy Burnham
|AGTS Alumni Coordinator
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Bindery department
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An organization or library division that works on binding materials, such as journal issues and volumes or books in need of repair; an establishment for performing one or more of the various types of binding. Some large libraries have their own bindery in the technical processing department. Smaller libraries usually send materials in need of binding to a commercial bindery.


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In a 4-0 thumping of the New York Red Bulls at Buck Shaw Stadium on Saturday, there were plenty of bright spots for the San Jose Earthquakes.
Ryan Johnson finally got on the board with his first goal of the 2010 season. Chris Wondolowski scored again, adding luster to his growing star. And the Quakes defense posted its third shutout in four games.
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But no player shown brighter than Quakes midfielder Bobby Convey, who -- in a superb, three-assist game -- at once directed nearly every point of attack and defended with equal parts hustle and grace.
"Bobby is playing some of the best soccer of his career right now," coach Frank Yallop said. "And I can't say enough about his effort tonight."
More than a month into a breakout season, Wondolowski said he owes a lot of the success he's having to his partner in the midfield.
"Bobby has excellent vision, works so hard and passes the ball so well -- he makes it easy for me to make good runs," Wondolowski said.
Quakes GM John Doyle thinks Convey's play this season warrants the attention of U.S. National Team coach Bob Bradley, who will release a 30-man preliminary World Cup roster on May 11.
"If Bobby doesn't make the 30-man roster, it's certainly not a question of whether or not he's good enough, because he's in very good form right now," Doyle said. "I think Bobby was the man of the match. If he still had critics after the first few games, I think he really silenced them tonight."
Doyle also noted that Convey's form of late is rivaled only by his blue collar work ethic, which has has become a team-wide theme in 2010.
"We were up 3-0, the ball gets clipped into the left backside, and Bobby was racing to get back to the spot and defend -- up 3-0!" Doyle said. "That's huge, and I think that energy that he's bringing to the team is [pervasive]."
One might think Convey's happy to soak up the attention that's come his way this season -- especially after a performance like the one he had Saturday. But he says it's all about the team and keeping his nose to the grindstone.
"[Tonight] was a total team effort," Convey said. "We've got a great system, great players, and guys who are finishing chances off. It becomes a lot easier for me when guys are making great runs and scoring -- I'd rather pass than score."
Convey attributes his stellar 2010 start to off-season rest and conditioning, citing a month with his trainer as a key to his current fitness.
As for the hope he'll make this year's World Cup squad, the former Reading star is both pragmatic and hopeful.
"Of course I would love to go to the World Cup. I got the nod [in 2006] because it happened to be the same year when I played my best in England," said Convey. "Yeah, it's obviously disappointing to not be with the national team right now because I feel like I'm playing really well. But it's not up to me, all I can do is go out and play and train hard."
World Cup or no, Doyle says the future is bright.
"Bobby is a very, very talented player and I still don't think we've seen his best -- but he's well on his way."


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U.S. Equal Employment
Opportunity Commission
Federal Agency Says Banking Giant Could Have Kept Data Entry Worker On the Job at Chicago Facility Instead of Firing Him
CHICAGO – Bank of America Corporation violated federal law by failing to accommodate a legally blind data entry worker and firing him after one day's work because of his disability, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) charged in a lawsuit it filed today.
John P. Rowe, the EEOC's district director in Chicago, said the agency found reasonable cause to believe that Bank of America was aware of the vision impairment of the worker at the bank's 540 West Madison Street facility in Chicago and did not even consider the possibility of accommodating him.
"When a worker's disability is obvious or apparent, the ADA requires employers to engage in an interactive process with the employee to identify possible accommodations," said Rowe. "Here, our pre-suit administrative investigation indicated that Bank of America was aware of this worker's vision impairment and allegedly failed to consider whether it would be reasonable to provide him with a bigger monitor, font-enlarging software, or any other accommodation."
The EEOC filed suit under the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) after first attempting to reach a voluntary settlement with Bank of America through its conciliation process. The case, EEOC v. Bank of America Corp., N.D. Ill. No. 11-cv-7373, was filed today in U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois, Eastern Division, and has been assigned to District Judge Milton I. Shadur. Supervisory Trial Attorney Gregory Gochanour and Trial Attorney Grayson S. Walker will litigate the case on behalf of the EEOC.
John C. Hendrickson, the EEOC's regional attorney in Chicago, said, "Visually impaired individuals are fully capable of performing data entry work when appropriate accommodations are provided. Indeed, as long as typewriters have been around -- not to mention all the kinds of keyboards, monitors, and talking terminals now available -- this is a kind of work at which people with impaired sight have long excelled. Our contention is that a banking giant like Bank of America could have accommodated the charging party and kept him on the job. There was no need to put him on the street."
The EEOC's Chicago District Office is responsible for processing discrimination charges, administrative enforcement and the conduct of agency litigation in Illinois, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Iowa, and North and South Dakota, with Area Offices in Milwaukee and Minneapolis.
The EEOC is responsible for enforcing federal laws against employment discrimination. Further information is available at www.eeoc.gov.


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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who is eligible to receive hotel rooms?
A: Hotels for Heroes provides hotel rooms to the families of wounded, injured, and ill military service members who are undergoing treatment at authorized medical centers when a Fisher House is not available. In general, the focus of Hotels for Heroes support is for situations involving significant medical events and emergencies. It is not intended for general visits during ongoing outpatient care.
"Service member" is defined as: An active duty member of the military, to include National Guard and reservists on active duty status.
Veterans are only eligible when the request originates through a Fisher House that would provide lodging for that veteran, but cannot because the Fisher House is full.
Q: Can the Hotels program be utilized in place of a Fisher House?
A: No. When the service member or veteran is receiving treatment at a hospital that has a Fisher House on site, and the house has space available, the Hotels for Heroes program is not an option. Hotels for Heroes supports the Fisher Houses by providing lodging to families when a house is at capacity. The family is put on a waiting list by the House manager and hotel lodging is provided until a room at the House becomes available, at which time the family must move into the Fisher House. Choosing to remain at a hotel would be at the family's expense.
Q: Who can request assistance from Hotels for Heroes?
A: Requests for lodging come from two primary sources:
- Fisher House managers make Hotels for Heroes requests when the local Fisher House is full in order to provide lodging for a family until a room at the house becomes available.
- Hospital case workers and other military liaisons submit requests on behalf of service members who are undergoing treatment at hospitals where there is no Fisher House. These requests are approved on a case-by-case basis only.
Q: What expense does a Hotels for Heroes reservation cover?
A: Hotels for Heroes covers the cost of the room & tax only. Guests are responsible for incidentals and additional changes beyond the cost of the room. Hotels will require a credit card on file as a standard policy upon check-in.
Q: How do I obtain my reservation information?
A: Hotels for Heroes books the hotel reservation and sends the confirmation to the liaison that made the request on behalf of the service member. The liaison is responsible for forwarding the reservation to the family.
Q: Are there limits on the length of stay that can be requested?
A: Yes. The Hotels for Heroes program is designed to meet short-term lodging needs of a week or less. Lodging in excess of a week may be provided on a case-by-case basis, according to the specific circumstance and need, as validated by the requesting Fisher House manager or military liaison. The Fisher Houses are the best resource for long term needs.
Q: Some service members will be hospitalized for extensive periods. Can I use the program more than once?
A: Yes. As long as the service member is inpatient, the family remains eligible. If the service member or veteran goes to outpatient status, requests can still be made, but eligibility will be determined on a case-by-case basis.
Q: Can we use Hotels for Heroes to attend an award ceremony for our loved one? Can the service member utilize the program for lodging as part of a ceremony in his or her honor?
A: No. Hotels for Heroes was established to bring families together in support of a service member receiving treatment for serious injury or illness. It is not a program for special events or leisure travel.
Q: What hotels partner with Hotels for Heroes?
A: Fisher House Foundation has partnered with the following major hotel groups: Best Western, Choice Hotels International, La Quinta Inn and Suites, Marriott Hotels and Resorts, Starwood Hotels and Resorts, and Wyndham Hotels and Resorts.
Q: How does the program pay for the rooms?
A: Rooms are paid for with rewards points donated by members of each hotel's rewards program or paid for directly by Fisher House Foundation.
Q: How do rewards members donate their points?
A: Each hotel chain has its own process and sets its own rules for making donations. Donations are made online at the hotel chains website.
Q: Can I donate my points to a specific individual or specify they only be used for lodging by service members of a specific service branch or location?
A: Unfortunately, no. The points are anonymously donated and deposited into an account set up by the hotel chain. It would be impossible to match a specific donation to a specific individual.
Q: Are donations of hotel rewards points deductible on my taxes?
A: Historically, the IRS has not permitted the donation of rewards points or frequent flyer miles as a charitable deduction. However, this is a question that should be asked of your tax advisor. Hotels for Heroes will not provide documentation for point donation.
Q: How do I know that the hotel actually transferred my points to Hotels for Heroes?
A: Fisher House Foundation cannot verify individual donations. You would have to contact your hotel rewards program for verification or wait for your next rewards statement.
Q: Who can I contact if I have a question not covered above?
A: You can call Fisher House Foundation toll-free at (888) 294-8560.
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Hale Akua Garden Farm Progressions Nov. 2009
Here are some recent photos from Hale Akua Garden Farm, as I am currently a Wwoof'er there. The gardens are going through a massive transformation this November and December with new cover crops, new organic compost and multiple amendments to help our soil provide wonderful nutrients to the farm. More photos will be uploaded as I shoot them and into the spring.Read More
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Philosophy and Humanistic Studies
Stuart Dalton, Chair
White Hall 021b, Midtown campus
(203) 837-3282
(203) 837-8905 (fax)
Carol O'Connor, Department Secretary
Warner Hall 304, Midtown campus
(203) 837-8470
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|S. Dalton, Chair
|K. Aronson
Adjunct Faculty
|k. Baxter
|C. Bohnet
|D. Capps
|H. Charen
|L. Dayley
|T. Flynn
|R. Hozda
|M. Horton
|C. Jones
|C. Netto
|M. O'Neill
|J. Pickle
|W. Remley
|W. Spontak
Courses in philosophy explore some of the major areas of philosophic inquiry with reference to both historical and contemporary thought. They seek to develop analytical thinking, to explore the relationship of philosophy to other disciplines and to lay the foundation for further work in philosophy and related disciplines.
Humanistic studies courses have an interdisciplinary structure which aims at integrating knowledge and thus counteracting the trend toward fragmentation in academic studies. This approach demonstrates that there is no one way of looking at anything and that, indeed, there may not be a best way, but only a collection of ways.
The mission of the philosophy and humanistic studies department is to provide courses for students to explore some of the major areas of philosophic inquiry with reference to both historical and contemporary thought, and to maintain an interdisciplinary structure in the humanities which aims at integrating knowledge and thus counteracting the trend toward fragmentation in academic studies.
To accomplish this mission, the Department of Philosophy and Humanistic Studies:
- Continues to offer our students high quality course/s in problems of philosophy, ethical theory, logic, American philosophy, ethical issues in business, health care and the nonhuman, introduction to critical reasoning, philosophy of love, religion and science.
- Emphasizes the development of analytical thinking and the exploration of the relationship of philosophy to other disciplines.
- Provides the foundation for further work in philosophy and related disciplines.
- Prepares the students with an interdisciplinary structure which demonstrates that there is no one way of looking at anything and that, indeed, there may not be a best way, but only a collection of ways.
Contract majors are available in philosophy. Please refer to the Contract Major section of Academic Programs and Degrees in this catalog.
Learning Outcomes
Students who take courses in Philosophy and Humanistic Studies will develop
- Knowledge and skills from multiple disciplines. Humanistic studies courses are multidisciplinary and therefore students will gain knowledge and skills drawn from a variety of different disciplines in the physical sciences, the social sciences, the humanities, and the arts.
- Skill in synthesizing ideas from multiple disciplines. Students learn to think beyond the traditional limits of departments and disciplines. They learn to clarify questions and solve problems using the best ideas from every tradition.
- Students will gain skills in reading, analysis and criticism.
- Communication skills. Students learn to express themselves with clarity and precision through assignments involving spoken presentations and written essays.
Minor in Philosophy
Requirements for a minor in philosophy are 18 credits selected from the following list, including at least one of the following: PHI 100, PHI 120 or PHI 211.
PHI 100 Introduction to Philosophy
PHI 103 Introduction to Critical Reasoning
PHI 110 Ethical Issues in Business
PHI 111 Ethical Issues in Health Care
PHI 112 Ethics and the Non-Human
PHI 120 Introduction to Ethical Theory
PHI 211 Symbolic Logic
PHI 226 Environmental Philosophy
PHI 227 Ethics in Computing
PHI 231 Ancient Philosophy
PHI 232 Medieval Philosophy
PHI 233 Modern Philosophy
PHI 234 19th and 20th Century Philosophy
PHI 240 Philosophy of Religion
PHI 262 Philosophy of Love and Friendship
OHI 265 Philosophy of Happiness
PHI 315 Philosophy of Language
PHI 316 Philosophy of Science
PHI 320 Social and Political Philosophy
PHI 332 American Philosophy
PHI 334 Existentialism
Course Restrictions
For a complete list of prerequisites, corequisites and other restrictions for all courses, please consult the Course Description section of this catalog.


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VW PASSAT CC 2.0 TDI TECH GT DSG AUTO, 2011, '61' REG (FACELIFT MODEL), 5 SEATER, GLOSS GREY, FULL BLACK LEATHER SPORTS TRIM, HEATED SEATS, ELECTRIC WINDOWS, ELECTRIC MIRRORS, PAS, AIR CONDITIONING, CLIMATE CONTROL, CRUISE CONTROL, SAT NAV, CD PLAYER, FRONT & REAR PARKING SENSORS, PRIVACY GLASS, ALLOY WHEELS, REMOTE LOCKING ALARM, 2 KEYS, MOT APRIL 2020, 151,000 MILES, PART SERVICE HISTORY, NEW DSG FLYWHEEL FITTED @ 150k MILES, HPI CLEAR, VIEWING BY APPOINTMENT , Grey, £4,294 may p/x
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|Body style
|Engine size
|1968 cc
|Fuel type
|Number of doors
|Number of seats
|Gearbox type
|Auto Clutch Manual
|CO2 emissions
|139 g/km
|Insurance group
|Standard manufacturer's warranty (miles)
|60000 miles
|Standard manufacturer's warranty (years)
|3 years
|Standard paintwork guarantee
|3 years
Performance & economy
|Fuel consumption (urban)
|44.1 mpg
|Fuel consumption (extra urban)
|60.1 mpg
|Fuel consumption (combined)
|53.3 mpg
|0 - 60 mph
|9.8 seconds
|Top speed
|130 mph
|Engine power
|138 bhp
|Engine torque
|236.03 lbs/ft
|1417 mm
|Height inclusive of roof rails
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|4799 mm
|2708 mm
|1855 mm
|Width including mirrors
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|Fuel tank capacity
|70 litres
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|12V Socket in Centre Console. 12V Socket in Rear and Luggage Compartment
|Alloy Wheels, Four 8J x 18 Interlagos with 235/40 R18 ContiSeal (Self-Sealing) Tyres and Anti-Theft Wheel Bolts
|Automatic Dimming Interior Rear-View Mirror
|Full Size Alloy Spare Wheel
|Multifunction Computer (Highline)
|Body-Coloured Front Bumper
|Split Folding Rear Seats
|Electrically Heated and Adjustable Door Mirrors
|Electric Windows, Front and Rear
|Leather Trimmed Gear Knob
|Bluetooth Telephone Preparation for HFP (Hands Free Profile) Enabled Telephones
|Multifunction Steering Wheel
|5in Colour Touch-Screen
|Drivers Seat Height Adjustment
|Rain Sensor
|Front Passengers Seat Lumbar Adjustment
|Heated Front Seats
|8 Speakers
|Glovebox, Cooled, Lockable
|Upholstery - Nappa Leather
|Carpets Mats, Front and Rear
|Dash-Mounted MP3 Compatible CD Player, SD Card Reader and AUX-in Socket for Connection to an External Multimedia Source
|Centre Console
|Analogue Clock in the Dashboard
|Heat Insulating Tinted Glass from B Pillar Backwards
|Cup Holders, Front x 2
|Heated Rear Window
|Leather Trimmed Three-Spoke Steering Wheel
|RNS 310 Touch-Screen Navigation/Radio System
|Height and Reach Adjustable Steering Wheel
|Front Centre Armrest with Storage Compartment
|Drivers Seat with Electric 6-Way Adjustment Including Lumbar Support
|Air Conditioning - 2Zone Electronic Climate Control with Automatic Air Recirculation
|Drivers Airbag
|EBD (Electronic Brake-Pressure Distribution)
|Head Restraints - Front/3 Rear
|Power-Assisted Steering, Speed-Sensitive
|EDL (Electronic Differential Lock)
|Front Seat Side Impact Airbags. Curtain Airbag System
|ABS (Anti-Lock Braking System) - Includes BAS (Brake Assist System)
|Alarm with Interior Protection
|Front Passengers Airbag with Deactivation Switch
|Remote Central Locking
|Drivers and Front Passengers WOKS (Whiplash-Optimised Head Restraints)
|ESP (Electronic Stabilisation Programme)
|Electronic Engine Immobiliser
|ASR (Traction Control)
|Centre Rear Seat Belt
|Isofix Child Seat Preparation, Outer Rear
|Front Fog Lights
|Parking Sensors, Front and Rear - Ultrasonic Audible with Audio Volume Reduction when Activated and Optical Parking Display via Vehicles Audio System
|Tyre Pressure Indicator, Display Loss in Tyre Pressure
|High Level 3rd Brake Light
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September 18, 2006
Equinix Announces Financing and Updated Details of Expansions in Chicago, Washington, D.C. and New York Areas
Foster City, CA — September 18, 2006 — Equinix, Inc. (Nasdaq: EQIX), the leading provider of network-neutral data centers and Internet exchange services, today announced additional details for the company's Internet Business Exchange™ (IBX®) center expansions in the Chicago, Washington, D.C. and New York markets. The first phase of build outs for these three expansions, previously announced by Equinix, will increase the sellable cabinet capacity by approximately 20%, increasing the company's global footprint to 37,000 sellable cabinets.
To help fund Equinix's expansion plans, the company has received loan commitments, subject to customary closing conditions, for $150 million, $110 million of which is being provided to fund up to 60% of the Chicago expansion IBX data center and the remaining amount to fund the company's Washington, D.C. area expansion efforts. With regards to the Chicago loan, Equinix expects to fix the interest rate on the initial three-year term at approximately 8%. The loan is expected to be interest only during the three-year initial term and contain an option to extend the term of the loan for an additional two years. The company expects to close the loan in the fourth quarter of 2006. This data center is Equinix's third IBX center in the Chicago metro area.
Equinix intends to develop the new Chicago site in multiple phases with over twice the power and cooling specifications of its original design. As previously announced, Equinix intends to invest approximately $165 million to build out the first phase of the Chicago center, of which $70 million is expected to be incurred in 2006. This includes an investment of approximately $50 million to purchase the land, construct a specially built 250,000 square foot shell, acquire access to power, and provision fiber for interconnection to Equinix's downtown IBX center locations. The first phase is expected to have approximately 2,500 cabinets. The company expects to open the center in the third quarter of 2007. Equinix's phased build out approach enables a second expansion phase of approximately 1,300 cabinets, if demand warrants, for an incremental investment of $30 million.
Equinix also announced that it intends to increase the existing mortgage on its Washington, D.C. area campus from $60 million to $100 million on what are expected to be the same terms as the current loan, which is a fixed rate of 8% and a 20-year term. The Washington, D.C. area campus is located in the Dulles Corridor and is home to many of the region's technology companies. Equinix is building out an existing shell on the campus and intends to open the new center for customers in early 2007.
For the New York area expansion, Equinix announced that it has completed the negotiation of terms for its previously announced location for the build out of the company's third IBX center in the region and that it has secured a long-term lease for the property. The approximately 340,000 square foot building shell is located in close proximity to Equinix's existing IBX center in Secaucus, N.J. The initial 15-year term lease, which begins on October 1, 2006, includes an option to purchase the building over the next three years. The new center will be directly linked to Equinix's two other IBX centers in the New York region through redundant dark fiber links managed by Equinix, ensuring a convenient platform for customers in all three centers to access the more than 50 networks available and communicate with each other as if they are in the same center.
Equinix intends to build out the existing New York area site in multiple phases. The first phase will accommodate approximately 1,700 cabinets. Equinix expects this phase to be open for customers in the third quarter of 2007. As previously announced, Equinix intends to invest approximately $75 to $85 million to build out the first phase of the center, of which $5 million is expected to be incurred in 2006. If fully built out, Equinix expects the total cabinet capacity of this center to support up to approximately 4,700 cabinets.
"The financing agreements announced today provide Equinix with attractive financing terms for maximum flexibility in managing our expansion plans without dilution to our shareholders," said Peter Van Camp, CEO of Equinix. "These three new centers complete our current efforts to secure long-term expansion platforms for contiguous growth in our key markets. The first phase of build outs, available in 2007, will accommodate the robust customer demand we continue to experience and solidify our position as the leading provider of collocation and network exchange services."
Forward Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties. Actual results may differ materially from expectations discussed in such forward-looking statements. Factors that might cause such differences include, but are not limited to, the challenges of acquiring, operating and constructing IBX centers and developing, deploying and delivering Equinix services; unanticipated costs or difficulties relating to the integration of IXEurope into Equinix; a failure to receive significant revenue from customers in recently built out data centers; failure to complete any financing arrangements contemplated from time to time; competition from existing and new competitors; the ability to generate sufficient cash flow or otherwise obtain funds to repay new or outstanding indebtedness; the loss or decline in business from our key customers; the results of any litigation relating to past stock option grants and practices; and other risks described from time to time in Equinix's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. In particular, see Equinix's recent quarterly and annual reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, copies of which are available upon request from Equinix. Equinix does not assume any obligation to update the forward-looking information contained in this press release.
Equinix and IBX are registered trademarks of Equinix, Inc. Internet Business Exchange is a trademark of Equinix, Inc.


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August 15, 2013
February 02, 2014
Honolulu Museum of Art
Exhibition Overview
Gossamer, diaphanous, translucent cloths are titillating, sensual and provocative. The prevalent use of see-through fabrics around the world is testament to an ethereal esthetic admired by many cultures. The work on view in this exhibition—from a delicate, intricately embroidered Filipino pina cloth made of Red Spanish pineapple leaves to an Indian sash adorned with glimmering beetle wings—explore the delicate interplay between fashion, ornamentation, structure and culturally defined sensibilities.


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Videos Emerge of Rick Ross' Backstage Fight at 2012 BET Hip Hop Awards
Footage of the infamous scuffle between Rick Ross and Young Jeezy backstage at the 2012 BET Hip-Hop Awards has surfaced online. TMZ posted a grainy smart phone video capturing the moments after both parties met in the hallway at the Boisfeuillet Jones Atlanta Civic Center.
In the clip, a shirtless Ross can be seen yelling at someone before a shoving match erupts and a standing mirror crashes to the ground. Whoever Rozay was shouting at tries to confront him but law enforcement steps in and tries to calm things down. Although Young Jeezy doesn't appear anywhere in the video, DJ Drama casually walks by the drama (excuse the pun) as if it was a normal day at the office.
According to Atlanta police, no arrests were made and no gunshots were fired in the parking lot despite previous reports that shots were fired outside of the vicinity.
However, what did occur in the parking lot was another fight that involved Maybach Music Group associate Gunplay. According to AllHipHop.com, Gunplay reportedly was jumped allegedly by 50 Cent's goons and he retaliated by throwing 'bows at his assailants. The Miami rapper is captured punching an unidentified guy before he is pepper sprayed by police and reportedly arrested.
In the aftermath, BET released a statement Sunday (Sept. 30) about the incidents but didn't name any of the parties involved.
"BET Networks works very hard to bring the best in entertainment to the city of Atlanta. For the past 7 years BET has celebrated the true art form of Hip-Hop. Due to some misjudgment of select attendees, it is unfortunate that certain incidents took place," the network said. "BET Networks does not condone any type of violence. Local authorities are working to resolve the situation as quickly as possible."
BET still plans to air The 2012 BET Hip-Hop Awards on Oct. 9 at 8PM ET.
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So early on in this month, I decided to pledge $5 for every post that I wrote during the month to a charity that was providing relief efforts for people who were affected by Hurricane Sandy up in the New York/New Jersey area. And the final count is in…
For November, I made 21 blog postings:
7 Book Reviews
7 Audiobook Reviews
2 Deja Vu Review Meme
1 Memorial Post
1 Cover/Excerpt
1 Promo Blitz
1 Blogiversary Post
1 Series Challenge
So I will be donating $105 dollars to the Community Food Bank of New Jersey.
Which brings me to another idea – in 2013, I am going to do the same – each month, I am going to choose a different charity to make a contribution to. So be on the look-out for details soon.


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WICHITA, Kan. (AP) - The latest crop update from the Kansas Agricultural Statistics Service shows improving topsoil moisture conditions for areas that have received significant rain or snow.
But the agency said Monday more precipitation is needed to have an impact on subsoil moisture, which is now short to very short across 73 percent of the state. Topsoil moisture in is faring somewhat better with 40 percent reported short to very short.
The latest snapshot shows Kansas growers have planted only about 3 percent of their planned corn acreage. That's far behind the 16 percent planted by this time last year or the 10 percent average for mid-April.
Winter wheat condition was reported to be 33 percent poor to very poor, 37 percent fair, 27 percent good and 3 percent excellent.


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Vendor: FujiFilm
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There are 2 pinouts found for FujiFilm A160.The pinout (pin-out) is a cross-references between the contacts (pins) of an electrical connector and their functions. The links to appropriate pin outs diagrams are listed below.
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Have you ever had a great dentist? A horrible one? When it comes to visiting the dentist, you're not bound to forget either of these extremes---especially if you're a child.
Perhaps you've just moved to Lowell, MA or you are just looking for a second opinion on dentistry issues. If you're looking for someone new, it's important that you do a little bit of research before settling on a dentist for the long term or for any major work.
So how can you tell if your nearest dentist's office is not only good, but great? Here are some important questions and things to look out for when deciding on a new dentist.
The Office
When you walk into a place, you typically get a "vibe" right away. Does it look clean? Are staff friendly? Do patients walking in and out, or the people waiting, look generally calm? Are the front office staff genuinely looking after you?
When you ask to schedule an appointment, whether by calling or walking in, how is the service? Are they proactive about finding a time slot that works for you?
Do They Care About You or Your Money?
Like it or not, dentistry is big business. While you shouldn't assume that dentists are out for your money, you should be aware of what they are trying to sell you. If you feel that your dentist is trying to push a product or treatment on you that is not necessary, it's okay to say "no" and get a second opinion.
Hygiene and Sanitization
Ask your dentist about their sterilization and cleaning techniques. Good dentists will take the opportunity to share more about their practice. You should also check to see if they have a separate sterilization room, and make sure that the equipment they're using is wrapped prior to use.
Pain Levels and Aftercare
"Is it going to hurt?" This is a common question for dentists, and they should be able to talk to you honestly about pain levels, before, during, and after any procedure. If the dentist is doing something aggressively and you ask them to be gentler, it's important that they respect this. If you have had a procedure and there is still pain weeks later, you should know that this is not normal.
Most of us know that all dentists are different, and though it is rare to come across a bad dentist, it's definitely possible.
When it comes to finding a new dentist in Lowell, your family's safety and peace of mind is of utmost importance. So don't be afraid to go to a few different dentist offices and ask questions before settling on the one you feel is right for you.
With the best marketing techniques, going far on your own in this field will only be a basic job to do. However, there are inexpensive alternatives for you. In other cases, you may feel as though you do not need to see one.
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ARCADIA — Game On Dude's demise has been greatly exaggerated.
The 7-year-old gelding, after flopping in two consecutive Breeders' Cup Classics and finishing fifth as the 2-5 favorite in the San Antonio Stakes on Feb. 8, silenced his doubters Saturday with a 1 3/4-length gate-to-wire victory in the $750,000 Grade I Big 'Cap at Santa Anita Park.
An on-track crowd of 27,121 witnessed the fastest Big 'Cap in its 77 runnings after Game On Dude negotiated the 1 1/4 miles in 1:58.17. Affirmed held the previous record of 1:58.60 set in 1979.
It was the son of Awesome Again's record third victory in Santa Anita's signature race and he did it in typical Game On Dude fashion – running his seven foes, including 2013 Breeders' Cup Classic winner Mucho Macho Man and 3-year-old champion Will Take Charge, off their feet.
"It was very emotional watching him come down the last 100 yards," trainer Bob Baffert said. "I was just in awe of the horse. I'm glad that he finally got to show his stuff. For some reason the Breeders' Cup just hasn't gone his way. Today, when he gets in that groove, nobody can beat him."
There was no beating Game On Dude on this day. He won for the 16th time in 31 starts, including 8 of 11 at Santa Anita, and hiked his career bankroll to $6,163,893. Sent postward as the third choice at 7-2, it was the first time in 16 races he wasn't favored. Eight times during that period he'd closed at less than even money.
Mike Smith guided Game On Dude through rapid fractions of 22.91, 45.39 and 1:09.39, leading by two lengths down the backside, until Mucho Macho Man and Will Take Charge rallied up on the outside as the horses approached the quarter pole.
"This is where the serious running started," Baffert said while watching a replay of the race with the media. "I was a little bit worried when those horses came to him and I heard Jill (Baffert's wife) give out a sigh, but then … I think Mike gave him a breather when those horses came to him."
When it was time to go, Smith opened up again around the turn for home. Mucho Macho Man, who finished fourth as the 6-5 favorite, was the first to give it up at the head of the stretch. Will Take Charge, eight lengths clear of Blingo for second, closed willingly through the lane but could never come within a length of the winner.
"(Smith) made a really bold move and you could tell the Dude was not going to give it up today," Baffert said.
Part owner Bernie Schiappa said it was an emotional day for him.
"I didn't want it to be his last race," he said.
But Game On Dude showed a nation Saturday he's got plenty left in the tank.
"His last race (San Antonio), I didn't really do a lot with him," Baffert said. "He's 7 years old now. The older they get, I can't be as hard on him as I used to be so we watch him very carefully.
"This horse is like part of the family."
Baffert is as superstitious as they come. He doesn't like owners and friends to say they'll see him in the winner's circle before the race and he cringes when his horses get overly hyped. That wasn't the case this past week as most of the attention was on Mucho Macho Man and Will Take Charge.
"It was nice coming in under the radar," he said. "Last year we were the heavy favorite and this year we had those two heavyweight fighters come in here."
Smith said he knew Game On Dude was ready to run a big race.
"I knew it from the post parade when we turned around to go to the gate," he said. "He was on his toes today, he was on fire. He's like that when he runs well. Bob told me to trust him, that I would have a different horse this time.
"He had him 110 percent today and when it comes to Bob, that's who you want to be riding for on big days."
Schiappa couldn't agree more.
"If you have a problem with electricity, call an electrician," he said. "If you want to win a horse race, you call Bob Baffert."
It was Baffert's fifth Big 'Cap victory, including four of the past five, and the second for Smith, who won aboard Game On Dude last year when he won by a record 7 3/4 lengths.
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Coach Hue Jackson says his troops will play with reckless abandon Sunday against the Detroit Lions. Defensive coordinator Chuck Bresnahan is encouraged by a return of the kind of effort he witnessed during the Raiders three-game win streak. The players say they are poised to finish strong.
We won't know until Sunday whether all the talk means much. However, everyone at the team's year-round facility in Alameda is of the belief that the Raiders won't suffer a hangover from their two-game losing streak and that something special is about to happen.
"There's no thought of that," Jackson said, when asked about the prospect of his players being too tight. "Our thought is, we're going to go out there and play as well as we can and we're going to let everything else fall where it may. At the end of the day, everything is going to take care of itself, other than our effort, how hard we play, our focus, our attention to detail and how we go about our business."
As evidence, Bresnahan points to a "rejuvenated effort" in practice and the meetings, akin to what he recalls seeing three weeks ago, when the Raiders were riding high, at 7-4 and in first place in the AFC West.
The key, Bresnahan said, is getting that kind of effort and focus every week.
"It's exactly like it was three weeks ago," Bresnahan said. "But you got to be able to do that all the time."
The Raiders realize, to a man, that time is running out and their best shot at making the playoffs is to block out distractions, win their remaining three games and hope that's enough to earn the division title or one of two wild-card berths.
A sold-out crowd will be at the Coliseum to do its part, the seventh in as many games this season. That in itself, Jackson said, should make a difference.
"Oh, my God, that's going to be a huge boost," Jackson said. "We've been on the road, with angry people screaming at us, yelling at us for the last couple of weeks and giving it to us. We've had to take it. Now we're at home and our crowd will be there for us, and they'll be there yelling and screaming for us and we've got to give them something to yell and scream for."
Defensive tackle Richard Seymour recorded one tackle — a sack — in Oakland's past five games. Bresnahan likens it to a baseball team's best hitter being in a slump.
Yet, neither Bresnahan nor Jackson is worried about Seymour's lack of production of late.
"Richard is a professional and the one thing that you judge Richard on is the high standard that he set for himself throughout his career," Bresnahan said. "He's a professional and he'll respond. I'm not down on Richard one bit. He's going to step up and have a heck of a game this week."
Bresnahan was quick to point out that the entire defense is accountable for the subpar play, the past two games, in particular.
Seymour suffered a knee injury against the Houston Texans in the fifth game. He has missed more practices in recent weeks than he has attended while dealing with the knee and other nagging injuries. He had five sacks his first eight games.
"It's just been tough for me just because I haven't been able to practice much," Seymour said. "It's just tough pushing through injuries. Earlier in the year, I felt good, it was going … I don't know what game it was … then I was just battling through practices and just trying to manage it going through games."
Things got so bad that Seymour didn't even participate in pre-game warm-ups in Minnesota before the Vikings game, yet he played some that game.
Seymour has made it through both practices this week. He said his knee is getting better and that he is hopeful of getting back to full strength.
"Your health is very important, especially when you are playing on the inside," Seymour said. "You got to be able to fight off guys and be explosive, and I haven't had that the last couple of weeks. But, I am getting better."
Jackson and Seymour had a little chat in recent days. Jackson walked away from the confab confident that Seymour is in the proper frame of mind for the stretch run.
"Richard's fine," Jackson said. "He'll be fine. Me and Richard had a great conversation, and I feel very comfortable with him and where he is. Richard's a pro.
"I know when you say that, the thought is he needs to step his game up. Richard would be the first to tell you, he knows what he needs to do, and I do, too. We'll get it done, and it's crunch time now, it's time to play. Not that it wasn't before, but we know what it is now. So, let's go."
Jackson said it would be "tough" for players such as running backs Darren McFadden and Taiwan Jones, wide receiver Jacoby Ford, defensive tackle John Henderson and free safety Michael Huff to play Sunday if they aren't able to practice this week.
Given that, those players have one more shot to practice before the Raiders shut it down the rest of the week. The Raiders practice Friday, with a brief walk-through Saturday.
"I like to put guys out there who have practiced," Jackson said, "unless I know definitely what's going on, whether it's medical or emotional or whatever that is."
The emotional part is in regard to cornerback Chris Johnson, who still is dealing with the recent death of his sister Jennifer and the wounding of his mother.
Johnson has not practiced this week, and he has not rejoined his teammates since traveling to Texas for his sister's funeral. He is expected back in town later today.
The Raiders reached their allotment of padded practices last week, Jackson said. Therefore, they are practicing this week without pads, just as they will the next two weeks.
"There's no more of those and that's the way the league is," Jackson said. "I respect that. We're not going to break any rules. We're going to do it right but, boy, I'd sure like to have 'em on."
The new guidelines as put forth in the collective bargaining agreement stipulates that teams are not allowed to conduct more than 14 padded practices during the regular season, as a means of preventing players from getting too worn down throughout the course of the season.
Jackson said he and his coaches have had to change the way they conduct practices to they are in accordance with the new rule.
"You have to adjust to it because there's times when you need pads to sharpen certain things and sharpen fundamentals," Jackson said. "You have to say, 'OK, you can't do it this way,' but that's OK. The emphasis is still the safety of the player, to make sure they haven't been worn down, or grounded down, as a lot of people think they've been in the past."
Jackson likes what he has seen from defensive end Lamarr Houston this season. Still, he said, there's room for improvement from the second-year player.
"He's done some really good things," Jackson said. "He plays consistent, plays really hard. Obviously, you want to see more flash because he has that kind of ability, but he's been very consistent and solid for our football team. I'm looking forward to him coming on these last three weeks and playing really well."
Houston has only one sack in 13 games. Yet, he has played well against the run in most games and applied pressure on the quarterback on a consistent basis.
Bresnahan lumped Houston and middle linebacker Rolando McClain into the same category, young players finding their way in the NFL and growing on the job.
"They'll probably tell you, they're not where the want to be as of yet," Bresnahan said, "but they approach it like professionals and, again, is it anywhere perfect yet? No. But that's as a unit as well. But they've come into their own a little bit. They've grown.
"The maturity level with the way they prepare, the way they practice, again, it's an ongoing (process). I've seen them mature throughout the season since I've been here. So it's a work in progress, but it's going in the right direction."
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Nov. 22, 2009-Arrival In Malaysia
Laundry Day
On Sunday, November 22, after a brief stop at Telaga Harbor to check into Malaysia, we reached Rebak Marina in Langkawi.
Rebak Marina! How long we've heard about this place from other cruisers. It is quiet and peaceful here and lots of other sailors to chat with around the Pool Bar. Here we can do small projects and relax a bit. Sherry will come here to visit, and also Mike, both from Singapore.
Going to town involves taking a small ferry boat to Langkasuka Pier and then a 20 minute drive into the bustling town of Kuah. We like Kuah Town. Wine is cheaper here than Thailand because Langkawi is a duty free port. Here in Langkawi we will await some equipment to be shipped in from overseas also duty free which is better than the 15% which must be paid for anything shipped into Thailand.
We are also going through a whole pile of laundry, mostly clothing left for three years in the storage room at Yacht Haven. Whew! It stinks. We gave away some of it but still have a pile and everything except the stuff sealed in airproof bags needs washing. The clothes washer at the marina is cheap but the dryer is slow so we hang our wash on the line. So do the neighbors.
Cruising again.
Click here for more photos from Rebak Marina
Fred & Judy, SV Wings, Langkawi


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Randy over at Genea-Musings has another great Saturday Night Genealogy Fun challenge for us tonight:
- Who is your MRUA - your Most Recent Unknown Ancestor? This is the person with the lowest number in your Pedigree Chart or Ahnentafel List that you have not identified a last name for, or a first name if you know a surname but not a first name.
- Have you looked at your research files for this unknown person recently? Why don't you scan it again just to see if there's something you have missed?
- What online or offline resources might you search that might help identify your MRUA?
- Tell us about him or her, and your answers to 2) and 3) above, in a blog post, in a comment to this post, or a comment on Facebook or some other social networking site.
My MRUAs are half of my eight 2nd-great-grandmothers (no maiden names):
21. Hanna Minka Smorgonski
23. Ita Segalchik
29. Sarah Zinberg
31. Miriam Benditovich
For the first two, on my father's side, I only have my sister's roots project family tree as well as Yad-Vashem pages of testimony for their children, listing them as the mothers. I have not been able to track down any other information from JewishGen or family members about these two women.
The other two are on my mother's side and all I have for them is oral history from my grandmother. Both of them were her grandmothers, but she can not recall their maiden names. I suppose I could try my grandmother's brother, but since he is younger I don't think he will be able to help me either.
On my wife's side, I was surprised to find that her MRUA is also her 2nd-great-grandmother, Maria Kearney (also number 31 with maiden name unknown). This is obviously due to me not doing enough research on this branch. Here's what I know about her:
She was born in Ireland in January 1843 and immigrated to the US in 1847 at the age of 4. She married Thomas Kearney (born 1840, Ireland) about 1868 and had 4 they had at least 4 children: Thomas Jr. (born April 1876), James (born July 1878), Mary (born May 1880) and Margaret T. (born 27 Dec 1882). Most of this basic information was found in an interview done in 2000 with Agnes Auth, who was her granddaughter. I also found some of the family in the US Census, but it's obvious to me that with a little digging I will be able to find a lot more information about Maria.
The difference in information about my side versus my wife's is staggering. Especially because my wife's ancestors have been in the US for centuries and almost every line is well documented. I mean, if I pull up my pedigree chart, I have only 9 out of 32 people in my 6 generation chart and most of those are unconfirmed first name only ancestors. My wife, on the other hand, is only missing 8. I have done some basic research on some of her branches and they easily go back to early the 1600's colonial settlements. I also know she is descended of several Revolutionary War patriots. The next challenge is documenting all this properly and citing all sources correctly. That will take a very long time.


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text: For a long time I've promised myself that I'd read more of Saki's stuff. Saki's name was H.H.Munro and he died in the the Great War (aka WW I)in 1916. It was a great loss for literature.Previously the only thing I'd read of his was Tobermory which is perhaps his most famous story. It's about a cat being taught to speak, and it's been anthologised many times.So tonight I downloaded Beasts and Super-Beasts from Gutenberg. I found the first stories funny and refreshing and not full of the insults that often pass for humour these days.Sometimes it's possible to anticipate what's going to happen, but it's still funny when the final effect is visulised.I just thought I'd post in case anybody here is a bit down and needed the cheering lift of a touch of laughter. And the price is right, of course, absolutely free.Weird Jim"Good reading is the only test of good writing"Robertson Davies. A voice from the attic 1960


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David Goss
For those who are questioning why, if you wanted something specifically for iPhone, you wouldn't just build a native app, there are a couple of reasons. To build a native app, you have to build it in Objective C. If what you want can be achieved in HTML, CSS and JS, then why go to the trouble/expense of getting it built as a native app? (Although to be fair, if you want to charge some money then that changes things) Also, to publish a native app, it needs to be approved by Apple. The content you are delivering could be outside the approval requirements. So, I'd say it is a valid article, but that media queries is a different discussion.


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We love the fact that we can now reward our customers automatically for posting links about their favorite Goosecross wines and sharing their experience with others.
Carlsbad, CA (PRWEB) June 13, 2011
Nexternal, a leader in ecommerce shopping cart software is excited to announce the release of a revolutionary marketing tool: Facebook Like & Save. This new tool is available to all Nexternal clients and gives online merchants the ability to incentivize customers to Facebook Like products in their online stores. This tool will greatly enhance the amount of traffic sent from Facebook to a merchant's store.
Using this powerful tool is simple for customers and merchants alike. When a customer visits a product in the merchant's online store they will see the Facebook Like button and the sharing discount they receive for simply liking the product. Once they select the Like button they will instantly see their discount in the shopping cart. At this same point, the Like notification will instantly appear on their Facebook News Feed with a direct link back to the merchant's online store. With a simple click the customer has posted product info on their Facebook News Feed because the savvy merchant provided the incentive for them to do so.
For Nexternal merchants, simply select the checkbox for Facebook sharing and in the preferences specify the Sharing Amount. Turning on Facebook Like & Save is that simple. Not only does this tool provide an instant source of links into a merchant's store it also makes a merchant's products more attractive to the search engines now that social signals are a factor they use in their rankings.
Craig Ross, VP of Sales at Nexternal added, "I am so excited about this tool. I have never seen an online merchant provide immediate monetary incentive to customers to Facebook Like their products. With our new Facebook Like & Save Feature, all of our clients have a new tool to take their online sales viral. If you think about the concept, it just makes sense. I suspect that one day this will be a standard feature in the ecommerce industry. For now, I pleased that we are the only ecommerce provider offering it because if gives our clients a competitive advantage."
Goosecross Cellars in Napa Valley is an early adopter of marketing technology with the intent of enhancing communication and enriching the overall customer experience. Owner and President of Goosecross Cellars, David Topper, states, "We have been using the Facebook Like button in our Nexternal powered store for quite some time to successfully increase brand awareness. Now that we can provide added value for our fans with an immediate incentive, I think our Facebook Likes will grow exponentially. We love the fact that we can now reward our customers automatically for posting links about their favorite Goosecross wines and sharing their experience with others. This is a clever concept and is just another reason why we continue to partner with Nexternal."
About Nexternal
Nexternal is a leading provider of web based ecommerce software. Founded in 1999, the company's unique ecommerce system is used by hundreds of clients in many diverse industries. Nexternal's software features an always-on screen shopping cart with integrated marketing and fulfillment tools allowing merchants to maximize revenue while minimizing operating costs. Nexternal's software was rated five out of five stars by Internet.com and is a three time SIIA Codie awards finalist for Best E-Commerce Software. Clients include Weyerhaeuser, USA Today, Ste Michelle Wine Estates, Taser International and Hershey. With locations in Carlsbad, CA, and New Canaan, CT, Nexternal provides industry leading customer service. For more information, contact Nexternal via phone at 800.914.6161 or online at http://www.nexternal.com.
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I'm a member of the Central NY Shetland Sheepdog Club based out of Syracuse NY. Even though it's a specialty breed club We hold two large agility trials every year and have several great agility dogs in our club.
Well imagine my shock when I got our newsletter for this month with the awards in them for 2010 and Dawn was top dog earning an OA, OAJ, and NF.
And the Icing on the cake was she was also awarded Top Overall Agility Dog of the year!
Not bad for a veteran evil blue fluffy dog
thanks for letting me share!!