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2019.01.16 – Vodafone and PNSol champion new Broadband Forum "quality of experience" project
Vodafone and PNSol champion new Broadband Forum "quality of experience" project focused on creating the "invisible" network
Operators and vendors collaborate to elevate broadband experience by improving management of network latency, consistency, predictability and reliability
A video interview with Gavin Young, Vodafone's Head of Fixed Access Centre of Excellence, on why the Broadband QED project is important can be found here.
Fremont, California, 16 January 2019: Broadband Forum has launched a new project – Broadband Quality Experience Delivered (Broadband QED) – which will be led by Vodafone and Predictable Network Solutions (PNSol). The initiative brings together one of the Broadband Forum's oldest members with one of its newest to create an "invisible" that will greatly enhance the quality of experience broadband networks provide.
Focused on addressing factors such as latency, consistency, predictability and reliability, Broadband QED will use Quality Attenuation to look beyond just data rate and deliver greater insight into quality of experience and application outcomes. Quality Attenuation is a framework for capturing, measuring, managing and manipulating the performance aspects of networks, as well as the services they enable.
Vodafone and PNSol will take the lead on the work after initiating with project at the Broadband Forum's latest quarterly meeting in Glasgow, Scotland, and will be joined by a variety of other Forum members who are global leaders in the access and testing domains. Vodafone has already trialed Quality Attenuation over a range of fixed access technologies in its own network and has successfully used it to identify broadband performance characteristics that "traditional" packet layer performance techniques and tools failed to reveal.
"As an industry we've increased the speed of broadband to one gigabit and beyond, which is a remarkable achievement, but we not have to look beyond speed. Historically, we have looked at data rate and ping time but now, as new applications place more strain on networks, we need to make the network invisible so users don't even know it is there- we want to get to a place where everything just works. That means we need to improve other aspects of quality such as latency, consistency, predictability and reliability, ultimately moving from a fast network to an invisible network.
The project will deliver a study document giving a comprehensive overview of Broadband QED and its applicability to broadband networks. This will cover the theory, measurement
technique, use-cases and benefits of the approach. The second phase will consider specific applicability to the various Broadband Forum Work Areas.
The Broadband QED project is just one part of Broadband Forum's focus on quality of experience. A recently published Market Report on Application Layer Testing (ALT)
highlighted that the confluence of new networking technologies, architectures, and applications is creating an urgent need for standards in ALT. The ultimate goal of this would
be to enable operators to deliver better, more consistent quality of experience to end-users.
"Our renewed focus on network quality of experience emphasizes Broadband Forum's commitment to ensuring the whole network – from the Cloud Central Office to the Connected Home – is prepared for growing technologies and trends such as 5G and proliferation of connected devices. Broadband QED is an excellent initiative which marks a significant turning point for broadband as operators begin to turn their attention from speed to other elements of connectivity to create a world-class broadband experience for their customers."
A video interview reviewing the market and business drivers of the Broadband QED project, featuring PNSol CEO Neil Davies and Gavin Young, can be found here.
Operators, vendors, and analysts interested in participating in this project can find information on Broadband Forum membership here.
About the Broadband Forum
Broadband Forum is the communications industry's leading organization focused on accelerating broadband innovation, standards, and ecosystem development. Our members' passion – delivering on the promise of broadband by enabling smarter and faster broadband networks and a thriving broadband ecosystem.
A non-profit industry organization composed of the industry's leading broadband operators, vendors, and thought leaders, our work to date has been the foundation for broadband's global proliferation and innovation. For example, the Forum's flagship TR-069 CPE WAN Management Protocol has nearly 1 billion installations worldwide.
Broadband Forum working groups collaborate to define best practices for global networks, enable new revenue-generating service and content delivery, establish technology migration strategies, and engineer critical device, service & development management tools in the home and business IP networking infrastructure. We develop multi-service broadband packet networking specifications addressing architecture, device and service management, software data models, interoperability and certification in the broadband market.
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- Best of Both Worlds - XBlaze Lost: Memories is a RPG-style, visual novel game. Combining 2D dungeon exploration with traditional visual novel game, the player will experience not just one but two types of game play in one game
- 8-bit retro fun! - Cute chibi-fied sprites are back! Roam around an alternate world and collect "Memory Fragments", crystallized memories that tell the story of a mysterious unknown person
- Diverging Stories - XBlaze Lost: Memories offers several routes and multiple endings so each player will be leading their own story! Unexpected twists and turns allow players to experience hours of compelling gameplay

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I have been, for long, a keen student of the startup / venture ecosystem in India and outside. I find startups particularly fascinating, because to me, startups are the most obvious signals we get from the future. For each startup is but a hypothesis about the future manifested physically. I have satiated my interest in this space somewhat partially, through my writings and occasional pro bono advisories to startups. But …
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India2, English Tax and Building for the Next Billion Users
By Sajith Pai in Venture Capital / Startups No Comments Tags: Next Billion Users, Startups, Venture Capital
Recently, Rehan Yar Khan, who runs Orios Venture Partners, an early stage venture firm tweeted
Starting with Zomato, then Ola in Australia and now Oyo in China, looks like Indian start-ups have found the answer to beating India's 50M only "real consumers" market: Get out of the box
— Rehan Yar Khan (@rehanyarkhan) May 24, 2018
Rehan Yar Khan wasn't being sarcastic. He was, in fact, complementing the promoters of …
You live in the future. What about your company?
By Sajith Pai in Miscellany No Comments Tags: Careers, Organizations
A framework for understanding role and org-fit.
Let us say you are a smart, sharp ex-strategy consultant from the Big 3, now working in the Strategy Office of a print major. The company, facing digital headwinds, is muddling its way through. Business is on a gentle decline; that said, the job still pays well, the people are interesting and comfortable to work with, and best of all, there is no …
Can Narendra Modi Ban Alcohol Overnight?
By Sajith Pai in Alcohol, Miscellany No Comments Tags: Alcohol, History, India, Prohibition
No, he can't! The Indian Constitution doesn't have a provision for him to ban alcohol overnight, thankfully. Yes, he can try to amend the constitution to acquire the right, but this will be challenged by Indian States, for whom from liquor sales are a big revenue stream. The resulting dispute will reach the Supreme Court, who will likely side with the states. I detail why below. Finally ,my essay …
Say Hello to India's Newest and Fastest-Growing Caste
By Sajith Pai in Miscellany No Comments Tags: Caste, English, Indo-Anglians
Sometime around 2012 or '13, my daughters stopped speaking in Konkani, our mother tongue. It isn't entirely clear what provoked it; perhaps it was a teacher at their Mumbai school encouraging students to speak more English at home. Or perhaps it was something else. It doesn't matter.
What did matter was that our home became an almost exclusively English-speaking household, with the occasional sporadic Konkani conversation. We were not alone. …
In the Shadow of Amazon: Offline, Online and the Rise of Online-going-Offline Retail
By Sajith Pai in Retail No Comments Tags: Amazon, E-Commerce, Online Retail, Retail
It is now just over 20 years since Amazon had its IPO, setting it off on the path to e-commerce dominance and well over $500b in market cap. In these 20 years, Amazon, and its peers expanded across categories, from books and electronics to fashion and even grocery. And in parallel, a ruthless focus on shaving off delivery times and cost ensued, helping reduce buying friction and making online buying …
The Guardian and the Membership Model
By Sajith Pai in News Media No Comments Tags: Membership Fees, Paywalls, The Guardian
Recently, The Guardian, that long-struggling liberal newspaper of record, stated it has ~500,000 members and digital subscribers[i]. Not to mention another 300,000 one-time contributors. This is quite impressive. What is more, the rapid increase in members and subscribers is projected to help The Guardian cut losses to £25m this year (£45m last financial year[ii]), putting it on course to break even by 2019.
What is …
A (Very) Brief History of Drinking at Work
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Bira91, an Indian brewing co, recently launched its new light beer.
Most light beers are aimed at women. And I expected the press release to confirm this, which it did, stating that the light beer will "hopefully give non-beer drinkers another reason to consider beers when they are looking for a refreshment" (Non-beer drinkers here is code for women). I was intrigued by the next line in the press release …
The Upstarts is Essential Reading for Product Managers
By Sajith Pai in Book Reviews No Comments Tags: Entrepreneurship, New Product Ideas, Product Definition
Why Does An Uber Driver Earn More Than A Starting Engineer In India?
By Sajith Pai in Higher Education No Comments Tags: Engineering Education
Recently, Mohandas Pai, the Chairman of Manipal Global Education Services expressed his disquiet about the rather low starting salaries for engineering college graduates, accusing IT companies such as Infy, Wipro, TCS of conspiring to keep salaries of graduating engineers artificially low.
Mohandas Pai and Manipal Global have much to gain from higher salaries, for the promoters of Manipal Global also control the trusts that run Manipal University. Like several …


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Sion has lead RUSTA from the beginning. With a 22 year RAF career behind him he started his flying career on Nimrod MR2's before moving to the MQ9 Reaper. Sion spent hislast three years on exchange with the United States Air Force as an Instructor before realising the exciting opportunities that Small Unmanned Air Systems could bring to the commercial environment. Winner of the DJI global aerial photography competition in 2014 Sion is experienced in many different aspects of UAV operations.
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Starting 2019 as EEI's Chief Strategy Officer, Alex brings over 7yrs MQ-9 Reaper experience amassing in excess of 2000hrs operating and instruction, becoming one of only two Reaper Qualified Weapons Instructors now available in Industry. In addition, he spent time in the Unmanned Aircraft Systems Test and Evaluation Squadron working closely with Industry to deliver UAS trials. Alex is passionate about the future of Unmanned Aviation, and instructing those who aspire operate within the sector.
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Dom starts 2019 as the new Chief Operations Officer at EEI bringing experience gained from his 2000 operational hours on MQ-9 Reaper. As one of only two MQ-9 Qualified Weapons Instructors available in industry he brings in-depth expertise in BVLOS UAS operations specialising in planning, executing and leading within the tactical, operational and strategic domains. With a proven instructional pedigree, he welcomes the challenge of building upon the impressive foundations already laid within EEI and RUSTA.
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Kevin joined RUSTA back in November 2018. Coming from a Policing and aviation background, Kev brings extensive experience and flying skills to the team. Kev is a senior instructor at RUSTA.
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A professional aviator through and through, Dan has been with RUSTA for two years and has always shone with his attention to detail and his knowledge. As an Army Air Corps pilot, on both rotary and fixed wing platforms, Dan is extremely experienced and qualified to teach and lead.
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Predicting human miRNA target genes using a novel evolutionary methodology
TypeConference Paper
AuthorsAigli, Korfiati
Kleftogiannis, Dimitrios A.
Konstantinos, Theofilatos
Spiros, Likothanassis
Athanasios, Tsakalidis
Seferina, Mavroudi
KAUST DepartmentComputer, Electrical and Mathematical Sciences and Engineering (CEMSE) Division
Computer Science Program
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AbstractThe discovery of miRNAs had great impacts on traditional biology. Typically, miRNAs have the potential to bind to the 3'untraslated region (UTR) of their mRNA target genes for cleavage or translational repression. The experimental identification of their targets has many drawbacks including cost, time and low specificity and these are the reasons why many computational approaches have been developed so far. However, existing computational approaches do not include any advanced feature selection technique and they are facing problems concerning their classification performance and their interpretability. In the present paper, we propose a novel hybrid methodology which combines genetic algorithms and support vector machines in order to locate the optimal feature subset while achieving high classification performance. The proposed methodology was compared with two of the most promising existing methodologies in the problem of predicting human miRNA targets. Our approach outperforms existing methodologies in terms of classification performances while selecting a much smaller feature subset. © 2012 Springer-Verlag.
PublisherSpringer Nature
Conference/Event name7th Hellenic Conference on Artificial Intelligence, SETN 2012


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Strap on harnesses and strap on dildos are interchangeable words that both refer to a dildo that is placed in a harness of sorts for penetrative, hands-free fun with a partner. While strap on dildos is most recognized as being used by the lesbian community or for a wife to penetrate her husband anally, there are actually a ton of uses for the versatile, removable appendages. Some people use them for double penetration, while others do not have a penis but enjoy the visual of being given a blowjob. What you use a strap on dildo for is entirely up to you and only limited by your imagination. The biggest problem you are going to face, though, is deciding what style, size, and look you want in a market that is flooded with strapon and strapless dildos!
Unlike the Lovehoney Advanced Unisex Strap-On Harness Kit with 7 Inch G-Spot Dildo, the Spareparts Hardwear Unisex Joque Strap-On Harness does not come with a dildo. It is just the harness, but do not let that deter you from considering it. The Spareparts Hardwear Unisex Joque Strap-On Harness straps around the waist and thighs for added comfort and support. It is adjustable between twenty and fifty inches or a US dress size difference of four to twenty-eight. It is made with durable, breathable materials (poly-spandex and mesh) and it is entirely adjustable for all your needs and fits flush against the pelvic area.
When Spareparts was creating the Spareparts Hardwear Unisex Joque Strap-On Harness, they kept flexibility in mind and created a design that adapts to the wearer's size and shape, virtually becoming a "second skin." It fits like a jock strap and has a built-in stretchable elastic "o" ring that stretches between an inch and a quarter to two inches. It is not as versatile as the Lovehoney Advanced Unisex Strap-On Harness Kit with 7 Inch G-Spot Dildo when it comes to how many styles and sizes of dildos it can fit, but you do not have to fuss with and keep track of various "o" rings.
Like the Lovehoney Advanced Unisex Strap-On Harness Kit with 7 Inch G-Spot Dildo, the Spareparts Hardwear Unisex Joque Strap-On Harness does have a pocket (actually two!) in the inside of the harness so that you may add your own bullets for added stimulation (there are no bullets included with this harness). Another cool feature is that it comes with a mesh storage bag. I adore this because most of my harnesses just mix in a drawer. Also, like the previous harness, this one is machine washable. Again you should lay it flat or hang it to dry. Do not machine dry!
The Spareparts was creating the Spareparts Hardwear Unisex Joque Strap-On Harness states that it leaves the vulva open for access for other play, but I have found that it covers the vaginal canal, making penetration nearly impossible, unless you pull the harness aside, which then causes you to lose your leverage for thrusting. It does leave full anal access, but I was excited for the opportunity of vaginal play while wearing this harness. You can pair the harness with a strapless strapon for double penetration, but as you can imagine, this takes some creativity.
One of the best features of the Spareparts Hardwear Unisex Joque Strap-On Harness is how stable it is. The dildo stays well in the "o" ring and does not sag. The straps are sturdy and stay in place when you adjust them to fit you. I have used mine a good bit and have not noticed any loosening. There is velcro on the harness that has also held up to the test of time very well. Overall the Spareparts Hardwear Unisex Joque Strap-On Harness is an incredibly well-made harness and is perfect for people who want to feel as close as they can to really giving.
The Spareparts Hardwear Unisex Joque Strap-On Harness has a stretchy "o" ring so you can use a variety of dildos and not have to keep track of a ton of differently sized rings. It fits like a jockstrap and is comfortable for long term wear. It is completely adjustable, and while it does not come with a dildo, it is a great first-time harness for new users. One of the best features of the Spareparts Hardwear Unisex Joque Strap-On Harness is that it has an open bottom, giving the users access to the wears genitals. The style of this harness ensures that it will not sag during use and it holds up very well over time. The Spareparts Hardwear Unisex Joque Strap-On Harness is the best overall out of all the strap on dildos on my list!
The Lovehoney Advanced Unisex Strap-On Harness Kit with 7 Inch G-Spot Dildo is, as the name suggests, a kit that includes a harness and a dildo. This guarantees that the dildo will fit inside the "o" ring, but can be replaced with dildos. It comes with three "o" rings to ensure that most harness compatible dildos will be able to be worn with it. The three "o" rings come in the sizes an inch and a quarter, an inch and a half, and two inches. The harness itself fits between twenty-eight inches and sixty-five inches, or a US dress size of eight to twenty-eight. The included dildo is seven inches in total length with an insertable length of six inches and a circumference of four and three-quarters of an inch.
The dildo is curved for g-spot or prostate stimulation, but as I said before, you can replace it with any dildo of your choice. The harness fastens around your hips and legs for comfort and security. The harness also features a pocket on the back so you can insert a bullet of your choosing (not included) for added pleasure. It is also machine washable to make cleaning a breeze, although I, personally, recommend letting it air dry. Use a light soap and warm water if you choose to hand wash, but again, this is unnecessary. I would not recommend hanging it out on your clothesline!
The included "o" rings are made of silicone, they are incredibly durable, yet decently flexible. The flexibility of the "o" rings helps with getting the dildo in place. It is suggested that you clean them after every use - even if there was no skin to "o" ring contact. While they are strong, I did notice that the included dildo tended to sag a bit within the harness, which has me questioning if this harness would be compatible with heavier dildos. I have my doubts but have yet to try it. You may find this problem with longer dildos as well.
The included dildo, as I said before, is made of silicone. I was unable to find a single seam along the length of the dildo. It is flexible and feels spongy, but it is solid enough that insertion (even anally) was easy. There is no drag on the silicone, which means you will need to apply less lubricant than you would with stickier dildos. I do recommend using a good anal lube if you plan on using the Lovehoney Advanced Unisex Strap-On Harness Kit with 7 Inch G-Spot Dildo for anal play! You can use a thinner or water-based lube for vaginal penetration.
Sadly, my partner and I found that the curve on the included dildo was not enough to consistently provide g-spot stimulation. Thankfully, we go the Lovehoney Advanced Unisex Strap-On Harness Kit with 7 Inch G-Spot Dildo with the intention for pegging, and it works much better for that! It is narrow and precise, making it easy to pinpoint the prostate, a walnut-sized organ in the rectum of men. While the g-spot is a slightly larger area and more difficult to hit.
The Lovehoney Advanced Unisex Strap-On Harness Kit is also adjustable, machine washable, and this one comes with a dildo included! This harness is fantastic for those looking to explore strap on a play without having to invest in a separate dildo. If you decide you enjoy playing with a harness, you can later invest in different dildos because this one comes with three "o" rings to ensure you can play with a variety of sizes. The dildo that comes with the Lovehoney Advanced Unisex Strap-On Harness Kit is great for g-spot and prostate massage. Furthermore, the harness features a pocket where you can add a bullet for added pleasure.
The Lovehoney Advanced Unisex Strap-On Harness Kit is also adjustable, machine washable, and this one comes with a dildo included! This harness is fantastic for those looking to explore strap on a play without having to invest in a separate dildo. If you decide you enjoy playing with a harness, you can later invest in different dildos because this one comes with three "o" rings to ensure you can play with a variety of sizes. The dildo that comes with the Lovehoney Advanced Unisex Strap-On Harness Kit is great for g-spot and prostate massage. Furthermore, the harness features a pocket where you can add a bullet for added pleasure.
A strapless strapon is a double ended dildo that is held in place by the wearer's kegel muscles and then used to penetrate the receiver. The Revolver Strapless Strap-On G-Spot Dildo is one of the best strapless strapon currently on the market. It is made from TPE, so if you plan on sharing it with partners you are not fluid bonded with, I do recommend using a condom on it, as TPE can be porous. Since it does not vibrate and does not have any working parts, this strapon dildo is completely submersible and can be used for any aquatic adventures!
The Revolver Strapless Strap-On G-Spot Dildo is great for pegging and penetration play if you do not like the added bulk of a harness. Not only that but it is responsive to your partner's reactions - when they squeeze the longer arm, it causes the pony (aka smaller arm) to move inside you! It has an overall length of nine and a half inches with the long arm having an insertable length of seven inches and the circumference at the widest part is four and a half inches. The pony is four and a half inches with a slight curve for g-spot stimulation.
Strapless strap ons are great for working on your kegel muscles. As I mentioned before, strapless strap ons are held in place with your kegel muscles, and keeping it there is a work out all on its own. By clenching your kegels around the pony and nestling the smooth black dildo between your legs, you can pleasure your partners g-spot or prostate with little texture and smooth material. I recommend only using waterbased lubricants with TPE toys, as anything else is not water soluble and could trap bacteria in the pores - creating an infection during uses later on.
While it may take some practice to get used to wearing a double ended dildo by your kegel muscles alone, it is a fantastic alternative to harnesses. If you orgasm while wearing the Revolver Strapless Strap-On G-Spot Dildo, you may find it being pushed from your body as many people clench much harder during orgasm. One of the best features of the Revolver Strapless Strap-On G-Spot Dildo is the nubs provided at the base of the pony for clitoral stimulation during wear. You can grind against this for added pleasure, but if you find it to be irritating - slip a piece of cloth between you and the nubs.
The Revolver Strapless Strap-On G-Spot Dildo is a strapless strap on dildo. These types of dildos are amazing for more skin to skin contact, strengthening your pelvic floor, and having better control over the dildo. This one is made out of a porous material, but the size and shape are perfect for anyone looking to explore this style of strap on. It is important that you wear the Revolver Strapless Strap-On G-Spot Dildo a bit before playing with someone else to get used to holding it in place. It may take a lot of practice and many laughs to get the hang of wearing a strapless strap on, but it is so worth it for those who want the skin to skin you can only get with this style.
The Doc Johnson Vac-U-Lock Platinum Corset Harness with Plug is a Vac-U-Lock platinum harness for incredibly versatile play time. Not only does it include a plug for Vac-U-Lock compatible dildos, but it also comes with three "o" rings. The "o" rings included a one and a quarter of an inch, a one and three-quarters of an inch, and a two and a quarter of an inch. The harness fits between twenty-eight and sixty inches or a US dress size difference of eight to thirty. This harness straps around the legs and has a corset style tie in the back for added comfort.
It is made with reinforced, highly adjustable leg straps and the back is a detailed corset, the harness offers support and comfort during use. You can use larger, heavier toys with the Doc Johnson Vac-U-Lock Platinum Corset Harness with Plug, as it has broad back support and a jock strap style design. Furthermore, it offers open access to the wearer's genitals, making it great to pair with a strapless strap on for double penetration or a wearable vibrator for extra stimulation. The ability to switch between "o" rings and Vac-U-Lock plug help you to take full advantage of a variety of sex toys!
Sadly, the Doc Johnson Vac-U-Lock Platinum Corset Harness with Plug is only splashproof, which means it is not machine washable. To clean this harness, you should use a damp rag or keep wet wipes handy. Thankfully, the material it is constructed with will not absorb fluids easily and is easy to clean off, just do not get anything on the back portion of this harness. I did find that the straps are a bit long for me, I use the smallest setting, so I cut them to fit my needs - but do not recommend this if you play on sharing the harness with your partner.
The Doc Johnson Vac-U-Lock Platinum Corset Harness with Plug is very easy to adjust to fit your body and is even easier to put on and take off. I found that taking the harness off did not interfere with play time as other harnesses are known to do because of the time it takes to get out of them. While I do not like messing with the corset on the back unless I have to, it is still easier to use than a lot of harnesses I have tried in the past.
The Doc Johnson Vac-U-Lock Platinum Corset Harness with Plug is part of the Doc Johnson's Vac-U-Lock line. Not all dildos work with this system, and thankfully, Doc Johnson has included the option to use "o" rings with this style of harness. The option to use the Vac-U-Lock or the "o" rings opens a world of options for the users. This harness is made with a beautiful corset style back that is fully adjustable to a wide range of sizes. The biggest complaint I have about the Doc Johnson Vac-U-Lock Platinum Corset Harness with Plug is that it is not waterproof and cannot be properly washed.
While the Lovehoney Perfect Partner Unisex Hollow 10 Function Vibrating Strap-On is the only strap on dildo on this list that cannot be used with any dildo, it is the best strap on dildo for the price. It is a single piece, a harness, permanently attached to a dildo, that fits around your waist and thighs. Sadly, the stretchy harness is not adjustable but instead is made with elastic to fit a variety of sizes. I have found that over time, the elastic has stretched out and did not fit as well. This strap on dildo is a great option for people looking to explore strap on play, but not a good option for those looking for something with long term use.
The Lovehoney Perfect Partner Unisex Hollow 10 Function Vibrating Strap-On has three steady vibrations and seven patterns, making for a total of ten vibrating options. To cycle through the vibrations, you use the wired remote that tucks nicely in the waistband. There is a single on and off button and a single button to cycle through the ten functions. It has a total of eight and a half inches in length, with eight inches of them being insertable, and it has a whopping six and a quarter inch circumference. The dildo is hollow and features a hole that has one and a half inches circumference, to help those with erectile dysfunction still enjoy penetrative sex with their partner.
The Lovehoney Perfect Partner Unisex Hollow 10 Function Vibrating Strap-On is made of PVC and has a veiny texture for added pleasure. If you or your partner find the texture to be too much, try using more lubricant (water-based, since it is made with porous materials) to help decrease the friction. Sadly, there is no pocket or stimulation for the wearer, but they will have full control over the vibrations that the receiver is getting. The remote does require two double "A" batteries, that are not included. As always, I recommend investing in rechargeable batteries so that you do not have to keep a ton of random batteries on hand. And always remove your batteries when you are not using your toys, to prolong their life.
The Lovehoney Perfect Partner Unisex Hollow 10 Function Vibrating Strap-On is simple enough to put on and take off. The two-inch waist strap provides added comfort and stability, but the leg straps can start to dig into your buttcheeks after being worn for a long time.
The Lovehoney Perfect Partner Unisex Hollow 10 Function Vibrating Strap-On is the perfect beginner strap on for the price. If you are not looking to break the bank, but want to give strap on play a go, this strap on dildo is an inexpensive, all in one system, vibrating strap on. It offers ten vibration options and has a wired remote with a loop to keep it in when you are thrusting. The dildo is hollow for those with penises who want to continue pleasuring their partner after they have finished or those who suffer from ED. The Lovehoney Perfect Partner Unisex Hollow 10 Function Vibrating Strap-On is amazing for anyone looking to dip their toes in the water without spending too much.
A strap on dildo is a dildo that is attached to a harness, that fastens around your waist, and usually, your legs, to allow you to simulate penetrative sex. Usually, strap on dildos are used by lesbian couples, but many heterosexual couples have found them to be pleasurable for pegging. Pegging is the act of a woman wearing a strap on and anally penetrating her male partner. Despite the common belief, strap on dildos can be used by both men and women. Many strap on dildos features a hollowed out dildo so that men can comfortably wear them to continue pleasuring his partner during his "reset" time or if he suffers from ED.
Harnesses for strap on dildos come in a variety of styles. You may be overwhelmed by the many different types out there, so let me break it down for you. There are thong style harnesses that fit like a g-string or a thong. The "leg supports" rest between your cheeks, rather than under them, and this style usually does not provide access to your genitals. There is also the jockstrap style. This style buckles around your waist and the leg supports rest under your cheeks. The jockstrap style harness more often than not will provide you with access to your genitals. The underwear style harness fits just like a pair of underwear and they come in nearly as many styles as actual panties do. There are no buckles or straps to struggle with, but they are less "one size fits all" than the types with buckles. When picking the harness for you, keep in mind what would feel more comfortable for you and what you will be using it for.
Many harnesses come with a dildo already attached, some come with a dildo and "o" rings, while others do not come with anything at all. The most common types of harnesses are "o" rings and Doc Johnson's Vac-U-Lock system. "O" rings allow you to slip a dildo into the ring and attach it to the harness. Some harnesses only fit a single "o" ring, while others come with a variety of sizes so you can use any dildo you want. If you have a large collection of dildos you want to use in a harness, search for one that comes with interchangeable "o" rings. The Vac-U-Lock system comes with a single plug that is attached to the harness, and it allows you to sway out dildos as often as you like, and it as easy as popping off one dildo and popping on another. Sadly, not just any dildo can be used with Doc Johnson's Vac-U-Lock system, but many come as a kit or are marketed clearly for use with this system.
Picking a harness compatible dildo is just as important as choosing what sort of harness will work best for you. As I have said before, some are sold as kits or are included with your harness, but if you choose one that can be used with different dildos, eventually you will want to expand your collection. If you are brand new to begging or using a penetrative toy on your partner, you may want to begin with something smaller and thinner. Make sure that the base will fit inside the "o" ring or that the dildo is compatible with Vac-U-Lock. You should also consider material and texture when choosing a dildo. Silicone is the easiest material to take care of, but different materials will provide you with different textures, sensations, and firmnesses.
Strapless strap ons are a fantastic option for those working on strengthening their pelvic floor or those who desire a closer feeling to their partner. There is a variety of strapless strap ons available on the current sex toy market. Not only does this option provide you with more skin to skin contact, but it also allows you to pleasure yourself, provides direct stimulation to the wearer, and helps you strengthen your pelvic floor. This type of strap on dildo is not recommended for beginners as it does require some practice to keep in place. These are the perfect option for people looking for something different from the common strap on dildos.
To get the best use of your strap on dildos you should use it as if it is a part of you. It will take time for you to get used to your new toy and using it as an extension of yourself. Practice by stroking it as if it were a real dick, take tips from your man (if your partner is a man) on how to thrust, embrace it and act as if it is a part of you! Try to get used to wearing it before bringing another person into the play. Especially if you plan on primarily being the wearer. Wear it around the house when you are alone.
If this is your first time using a strap on dildo, you should be comfortable talking to your partner. Open communication when trying anything new is imperative to both parties having a good time. If you are the receiver, do not be afraid to tell your partner when something feels good or when it does not. Give your partner tips on what they could do to make it more pleasurable for you. If you are the wearer, ask your partner questions, keep the communication open and flowing. Even if you are experienced with wearing and using a strap on dildo, you should communicate with your partner to ensure everyone is having a good time.
As with any sexual activity, ensure that your partner is comfortable moving forward and that they understand what your intentions are. Once you are clear on how long you plan to play and any other kinks you need to work out, you should figure out what position would be the more comfortable for you and your partner. Doggy style is great for anal sex with a harness because it will help you see what you are doing and be in more control of the thrusting. If you are looking for something a bit more intimate, missionary is great for eye to eye contact while penetrating your partner. To mix it up and enjoy a little fun, have your partner straddle your lap in a lap dance style while you penetrate them. If your partner is a male and you are trying pegging, do not be afraid to reach around and play with him or slip a cock ring over his member for added pleasure.


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We're just days away from reading through The Importance of Being Earnest, which is being directed by the wonderful Sarah Hill – who many of you may have seen this year as both Snug the Joiner in Midsummer Night's Dream or as Maria in Twelfth Night, both over at Richmond Shakespeare Society.
Sarah has let us know that she's planning on setting the play in the period it was written (late 1890s). However, she is keen to stress that she is willing to make a few changes depending on who auditions, for example, she is more than happy for Lady Bracknell to be played by a male actor, as long as he suits the role. For both Miss Prism and Dr Chasuble, she will be considering gender blind casting if someone is right for either role, which, while not necessarily period, one can't help but to feel, might have been something that Oscar Wilde would've appreciated. So, even if you're not sure if there is a role for you, why not come along on Wednesday and see how it will work and whether you want to give it a go! Don't forget you can download the audition pieces in advance by clicking here.
While we're on the subject of upcoming shows, rumour has it that the committee are hoping to showcase one of the incredible plays written by our amazing secretary, Genni Trickett for our Autumn 2019 production. Genni submitted not one, but THREE incredible and varied scripts for Autumn and the committee are facing a tough decision about which one to go for. Having read them all, I can say with absolute certainty to that no matter which one we go for, audiences are sure to be amazed by her incredible talent!
Happy New Year to all our members and we look forward to welcoming friends old and new to the read through on Wednesday!


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Therapeutic, Pharmacological, Holistic and Alternative Treatments for Personality Disorders
[Personality disorders](/tools/Treatments for Personality Disorders) are enduring patterns of thoughts, beliefs, and behavior that are pervasive, rigid, and can lead to psychological distress and impairment of functioning. There are considered to be ten different types of personality disorders: borderline, antisocial, histrionic, narcissistic, avoidant, dependent, schizoid, paranoid, obsessive-compulsive, and schizotypal. Although these disorders differ in symptomology, etiology, and expression, treatment options are similar and fall into three broad categories. Choosing which treatment is dependent on the individual and the type and severity of their personality disorder. Here, we'll provide a list of treatments for personality disorders, including an overview of how they work and their demonstrated efficacy in previous research. Note that treatments are not mutually exclusive- often the best outcomes are found when a number of treatments are used in combination.
Therapeutic Treatments
Therapy enables the individual with a personality disorder to gain insight and awareness into their maladaptive thoughts and behavior.There are a number of different therapeutic interventions including family and group therapy, cognitive therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, psychoanalysis and psychodynamic therapy. All of these treatments have demonstrated efficacy in treating personality disorder.Research conducted by Perry, Banon and Ianni in the American Journal of Psychiatry, for example, found psychotherapy was associated with a sevenfold increase in the rate of recovery when compared with the natural history of disorders. A meta-analysis conducted by Leichsenring and Leibing in the American Journal of Psychiatry found support that both psychodynamic therapy and cognitive behavior therapy was effective in the treatment of personality disorders. Group therapy was found to significantly improve the self-esteem, symptomatology, and diagnosiability in research conducted by Budman, Demby, Soldz and Merry at Harvard Medical School.
Pharmacological Treatments
Drug treatments include antidepressants such as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) for depression and impulsivity, antipsychotics such as halporidol (Haldol) for psychosis, mood stabalizers such as Lithium for behavioral problems such as rage outbursts and anti-anxiety medication. In research conducted by Tyrer and Bateman at the Royal College of Psychiatrists SSRI's and monoamine oxidase inhibitors were found to have some benefit in the treatment of borderline personality disorder. They cautioned, however, that all personality disorders should not be treated with the same drug. It should also be noted that drug therapy does not necessarily remedy the maladaptive traits involved in personality disorders. An individual with dependent personality disorder, for example, may be treated for anxiety and depressive symptoms associated with their disorder but may still have self-esteem problems. Combinations of pharmacological and therapeutic interventions are therefore recommended.
Holistic and Alternative Treatments
Although there has not been a lot of research conducted on these therapies, preliminary research for their efficacy has been positive. One such treatment is mindfulness training, which is a method of relaxation that encourages the individual to become more self aware through continually observing the present without considering the past or the future. Mindfulness training was found to significantly reduce the severity of borderline personality disorder in research conducted by Lineham in 1993. Mindfulness was also found to reduce negative states such as stress and anxiety that may lead to negative outcomes for individuals with personality disorder. Antecdotal evidence also supports treatments such as stress reduction. Stress is identified as a trigger for both the both the development and severity of personality disorders. Activities that reduce stress, such as exercise, meditation and yoga, are therefore likely to be effective as adjunct treatments for personality disorders.
American Journal of Psychiatry: The Effectiveness of Psychodynamic Therapy and Cognitive Behavior Therapy in the Treatment of Personality Disorders: A Meta-Analysis.
American Journal of Psychiatry: Effectiveness of Psychotherapy for Personality Disorders
Advances in Psychiatric Treatment: Drug Treatment for Personality Disorders
Pubmed.gov: Time-Limited Group Psychotherapy for Patients with Personality Disorders: Outcomes and Dropouts
Linehan, M. M. (1993). Cognitive-behavioral treatment of borderline personality disorder. New York: Guilford Press.


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Traveling alone is the only way to travel | CNNGo.com
This lone — but never lonely — traveler avoids companions and fellow tourists for the serendipitous and non-judgmental moments of solo travel Paris may be for lovers, but the best days I ever spent there were spent alone.
Without anyone to make me go to the Louvre, or stand by the Seine, or agonize over which patisseries to visit, I did exactly as I pleased: I wandered to the Latin Quarter, ate cheap bouillabaisse for every meal and spent most of the afternoons reading on the floor of second-hand bookstores — which anyone else who I might have traveled with would have deplored.
After a few similar trips, I decided that traveling alone is the only way to travel.
I now avoid companions and fellow tourists the way Belgians avoid closed-toed shoes and adequately sized shorts.
That way, I can change itineraries at any moment — if something looks exciting I don't need to consult "the group," I just do it. The less people, the faster decisions can be made. Just the prospect of choosing restaurants in a group every day is enough to make me shudder. Imagine the horror of traveling with a picky eater, or that culinary abomination — a vegan. Not for this omnivore.
More on CNNGo: Hometown secrets shared by hometown travelers
Skip the judgment
Traveling alone makes it perfectly acceptable to not eat from street vendors, not swim in lagoons only the locals know about, and avoid the ruins because it is hot outside and one would rather just get a Coke at the Domino's Pizza. No one's judging.
A lone traveler is more likely to approach others, and, by virtue of being alone, is more approachable.
The people you want to meet at the places you travel to vanish if you are in a large group. Nothing is more off-putting and ignore-worthy than a gaggle of foreigners loudly navigating a new place.
More on CNNGo: 5 conversation topics for travelers afraid of awkward silences
Travel has gone through an incredible democratization since the days of the Grand Tour when rich young men hopped between the great European cultural capitals to learn something of the world. Sure, we spend a lot less time showing off our fancy waistcoats, and more time showing off our sunburned midriffs, but something of that Grand Tour enlightenment spirit remains — that need to expand the mind, to find yourself somewhere novel, and to meet and learn from new people.
While living on a hippie bus in Utah and desperately needing a break from my companions, I went hiking by myself in Zion National Park. There I met a woman and her husband who taught me to juggle fire. It was impossible to meet such characters when we were touring as a group.
It was the same in a small town in Ireland, just north of the poet William Butler Yeats' hometown in Sligo. There, in a pub, I met a woman who possessed not only the famed Irish gift of the gab but also a horse stud. After a few pints and slight exaggeration about my equine knowledge I agreed to assist at her stables. In exchange I had access to the horses to ride the surrounding dunes. In that weekend I learned more about the Irish than I had in months at the university there.
Good stories
Travel literature revels in tales of the solo traveler.
Patrick Leigh Fermor crossing pre-war Europe in "A Time of Gifts" and "Between the Woods and Water;" Captain Joshua Slocum's "Sailing Alone Around the World" in which the author becomes the first person to solo-circumnavigate the globe and does it in a boat he built; or even Tom Wolfe's psychedelic travels through San Francisco in "The Electric Kool-Aid Acid Test."
These books reveal the heightened drama and excitement in traveling alone. It makes for good stories and even casual travelers are starting to catch on.
By the numbers
In a 2005 survey, the travel guide publisher Fodor's found that four in 10 Americans had traveled alone for pleasure in the last three years. Around 80 percent did so to have the freedom to travel how they wanted; while 71 percent did so to meet new people. A similar 2009 study from ebookers.com found that one in six British nationals had traveled alone in the past year.
In 2011, of the 18.8 million people who traveled to the United States, 4.5 million (23.6 percent) traveled alone, according to the U.S. International Trade Administration Office of Travel and Tourism's 2011 Profile of overseas travelers.
Maybe we hate our friends and family and use travel to escape them, or maybe something more interesting is happening?
The 23.6 percent, give or take the occasional hyper-annoying Australian backpacker, are on to something.
No one looks back on a trip and wishes they spent more time listening the their English-/ Chinese-/German-speaking tour bus driver retelling tired jokes en route to the Taj Mahal while their English/Chinese/German tour mates exchange photos of their pet terriers/shih tzus/weird lizard with piercings.
They prefer meeting fire jugglers and horse breeders instead. Or they should, anyway.


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"R.I.L. Lollipop Company" ["unoanimo"] wrote on the Fellowship of Friends Discussion blog, September 11, 2007:
Lollipop Update
59+ Fellowship of Friends religious visa holders are now on their way back to momma and daddy, i.e., their respectfully surprised original homelands, compliments of the INS and ours truly (you know who)…
Bon Voyage!
"More history needed?" wrote on the Fellowship of Friends Discussion blog, September 12, 2007:
I heard:
70 people who have a religious visa have to go back to their country of origine.
The Russian boys will keep a salary and Robert will be visiting them in Europe?
Anna Mar– F is asked to leave the country?
What is the responsibility of the board/ council members. Will they be interviewed and what will be the consequences?
Will A.G [Abraham Goldman, attorney] and E.B [Elizabeth Blake] be interviewed too as they have been dealing with religious visa's in the past?
Robert is traveling next week to Europe for 5 weeks???
Will there be more investigations?
Keep paying your donations so Robert Burton can keep traveling?
Time will give us many answers…patience.
Enjoy September.
"In Pieces" wrote on the Fellowship of Friends Discussion blog, September 12, 2007:
# 512 More History Needed [reply to above]
70 religious worker visas deemed fraudulent by the INS.
The top immigration lawyer that AG [Abraham Goldman] saw in LA advised that all R-1 (religious workers!! on the R-1/R-2 visas) should be returned back to their country of origin- before INS issues subpeonas [sic] and has them officially deported. Word has it that the immigration lawyer in LA also refused to take on the Fellowship of Friends case, as he did not think they had a leg to stand on.
Robert Burton is continuing all the salaries of his private harem while they are in Russia (compliments of the hard working students who stay in the Fellowship of Friends).
Most likely he will be spending more time in Russia and Europe since his harem will be significantly depleted at Isis.
The 'inner circle' executive powers in the Fellowship of Friends will be paying for transportation and providing extra funds for those R-1 visa holders that are deemed 'risky' (meaning, those who are currently more vocal or disgruntled), to get them out of the country first and quickly, so the INS does not have a chance to interview them.
Looks like M_h_i [Mihai Algiu, aka Algiu Mihai] will be returning to Romania. Geee- he didn't get his green card in time! D_r__n [Dorian Matei] will be staying – after all his Green card is in the works as a result of his 'official' marriage to Ed_t [Edith Minne].
Question? Hey how come the little guy always gets the shaft, and the main player (Robert Burton) goes off to Europe for 5 weeks to enjoy his boys there and the life style to which he has become accustomed.
But, oh what luck! That means more events in Europe with Robert Burton and Asaf. After all the Euro is trading at $1.38 against the dollar. Bigger bang for the buck. For every $ 100 euro event, Robert gets to take home $138 US.
Enjoy making your $775 September donation plus your teaching payment . At least you know someone is enjoying your hard earned money!
Oh, and for those who are concerned whether the 'teacher' will return to the USA soon or not, don't worry Robert Burton will be back in time for Thanksgiving and Christmas to pick up more cash. Save up folks, Thanksgiving and Christmas is just around the corner, bring your check books or credit cards, for more event filled days.
Enjoy September!
"Vena" wrote on the Fellowship of Friends Discussion blog, September 12, 2007:
Apparently Robert Burton is planning on leaving for Italy in a few days. Many people have predicted that he would flee if things got too hot, leaving others to clean up the mess and pay the fines, serve the time, etc.
"R.I.L. Lollipop Company" ["unoanimo"] wrote on the Fellowship of Friends Discussion blog, September 13, 2007:
Lollipop Update #3
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Asaf [Asaf Braverman] was the 'do' [event that started it] of all the cracker crumbs in the bed sheets, naturally, nothing preemptive about that; thank Israel too.
"Laura" wrote on the Fellowship of Friends Discussion blog, September 13, 2007:
Vena 526 [blogger and post]
Italy, hmmm… if someone gives us his whereabouts there are a few people here waiting for the Beloved Teacher with hands full of fresh red tomatoes and rotten eggs…
I know RB loves this country, but I don't think it would be very smart of him to try to set up shop or retire here. The Italian police and Ministry of the Interior have files on the FoF which has been classified as a cult. There is also a funny story here that fellowship dentists hypnotize people by inserting slow-release narcotics in their fillings. It's pretty amazing and I have no idea how the rumor started but every Italian site on cults repeats this info. So, instead of focusing on real abuse Italian intelligence is worrying about FoF dentists. Go figure. But we can always give them an update…
"Wouldn't you like to know" wrote on the Fellowship of Friends Discussion blog, September 24, 2007:
For those who may be concerned about the innocent religious visa holders that are returning to country of origin:
Yes, it is rather disruptive of their lives. Colateral [sic] damage, alas. They are not necessarily being sent home as a preemptive move by The Fellowship of Friends and Abraham Goldman and Associates (the FoF lawyers).
Although that would be a valid strategy in an effort to minimize the damages and cut the losses. Consider that Homeland Security has been privately individually interviewing visa holders, that FoF was instrumental in the process of getting the visas for, for 6 or more months now. And is probably revisiting all visa activity historically FoF related. Like MySpace, which law enforcement has found to be an excellent source of research material for criminal activity/evidence, so are the The Fellowship of Friends Discussion pages. The authorities likely have the goods they need (read: evidence and/or depositions) and an alternative scenario might be: get the innocents out of the way before the big guns are brought in. – You know, the scene where the women, children, old and the lame have a chance to get out of harms way before the worst of the combat comes into play. Wouldn't want any of them to get hurt unnecessarily and certainly wouldn't want any of them taken prisoner/hostage. The foreigners will be safe at home country where Homeland Security knows how to find them when court appearance may become necessary and the U.S. of A. will not have to host them further or they could disappear into the witness protection program under the guise of having gone home. U.S. of A has learned much since Waco/Branch Davidian, Ruby Ridge and Jonestown. So, the FoF scenario will likely not be so extreme; which otherwise would reflect badly on the government(s) and/or elicit sympathy from the general populace for the persecuted.
Besides the immigration business, there are other agencies looking closely at FoF. Just follow the money; use forensic accountancy. Private inurement is rampant.
What's that mean you say?:
Private Inurement
Private inurement occurs when someone with a controlling interest in a non-profit corporation uses their position to influence the application of the organizations resources for their own or another's personal gain.
An example would be if leader X of Y, a nonprofit group, was able to influence Y's board of directors to, say, award a construction contract to a company owned by X or Z. As a result of the arrangement, X or Z will enrich (inure) through the application of Y's resources to a project that was profitable to X's or Z's company.
Let's say for example, an individual or contractor that attended a church performed work on the Pastor's personal residence, or other property. In exchange for the work, the church provided free bible college tuition or school tuition. This arrangement, if it exists, is problematic for two reasons. 1) The Pastor has enriched (inured) himself by bartering the resources of the church (bible college classes and school) in exchange for work on his personal residence. The person performing the work has reportable income equal to the fair market value of the tuition received.
Private inurement violations, have caused some organizations (religious included) to loose their tax exempt status with the IRS.
In 37 years there is surely evidence of regular and repeated acts of inurement; better check those Swiss bank accounts.
Wouldn't you like to know?
"In Pieces" wrote on the Fellowship of Friends Discussion blog, September 19, 2007:
A Few More Lies and Some Truth
Lie: Students are being told that everything on the Blog is a lie- don't read it because none of it is true (just negativity)
Lie: Students are being told that Asaf [Asaf Braverman] is in Milan to help the Europeans understand the sequence and to create a "European Go Forth by Day". Oh, and he is also working on some minor inconvenience to resolve his not being able to get back into the USA.
Truth: The R-1 visa holders are being told to return to their country of origin before the INS issues subpoenas and has them deported (after end of September).
Truth: Some students are being given air fare to get them out of the country quickly (those who know too much or could create problems if interviewed by the INS).
Truth: Br__n Car_ll_n is [Brian Carolan] being paid a salary by the FOF to be the 'official' bouncer at meetings, dinners, breakfasts etc. His job is to escort anyone out, who ask uncomfortable or challenging questions during meeting, dinners , breakfasts etc.. So if you are seeing Br__n around more often – its not because he can't get enough of the events – its his job to make sure everyone is kept in line. How's that for paranoid?
Lie: With the departure of approximately 70 R-1 visas, word is that some octaves on the property are being slightly inconvenienced. But it's business as usual. Stay tuned to the next events coming up. Interesting, isn't it? That 70 peoples lives are being significantly disrupted, but hey- that's how influence "C" works isn't it? Really nothing to do with the fraudulent basis that the 'slave' labor has been brought into this country.
Truth: Abe G [Abraham Goldman] and David L [David Lubbers/David Springfield] are making good money advising those leaving what their options are. I guess they have to make a living, don't they.
That's it for now. Any more lies/truths out there?
"Anonymous" commented on the Robert Earl Burton blog, November 9, 2015:
After the Citizenship and Immigration Services visited the FOF which resulted in a halt to the religious visa program, Girard [Haven](the head of the "Fellowship Order" - as it's legally a church) made a single exception to that and brought his new (at the time, future) wife over on a religious visa in 2008. She (Annamaria Szvoboda) re-posted some of his thoughts on Asaf's Gurdjieff website. [Annamaria does translations for the Fellowship.]


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Friday, 2nd December 2016
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Budgeting Made Easy – Thriving on any Income by Charissa Quade
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I (Kathleen) had the privilege of editing this newly published book.
As I read the book, the first thing that stood out was that the author knows the stress and despair of being in debt. This is no 'fake it until you make it' book. Charissa gives real life examples that she has proven through challenging experiences. Learn step by step how you too can thrive.
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100% of my affiliate earnings will go to a life-changing cause.
I wanted a charity where the donations end up helping the intended cause.
Samaritan's Purse, the group, well-known for their Christmas shoeboxes, stood out. A little late to help with the shoeboxes, I chose another of their projects.
Something that we take for granted – clean water and sanitation.
Help reduce the unnecessary deaths of little children.
We did not choose where we were born. In this season of being thankful – we have the power to make a difference.
748 million people lack access to clean water. The average distance that women in Africa and Asia walk to collect water is 6 km.
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Image of bloodied man picked up by British newspapers has been circulating online for two years
An image apparently showing a dead Osama bin Laden broadcast on Pakistani television and picked up by British newspaper websites is a fake.
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Lea Michele Revealed That She's Totally Down For A 'Glee' Reboot
Glee may have only left our TV screens two years ago, but the show's main star Lea Michele said that she's totally down for a Glee reboot.
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April 4
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Once I checked Mariel de Leon's Instagram feed, I immediately knew what to cook for her. She posted about how much she missed eating Cacio e Pepe, and I immediately got to work on my version of the recipe. Of course, I don't claim to be a pasta expert, but I say this one's pretty good.
Ingredients (serves 2)
4 tbsps extra virgin olive oil
salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste
1 cup pecorino romano cheese, finely grated
200 g linguine or spaghetti
- In a sauce pan, heat up the oil with freshly cracked black pepper. Shut off the heat once the oil starts fry the peppercorns.
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water.
- In a bowl, combine the cheese, some salt, the olive oil and 2 tbsps of the pasta cooking water.
- Once cooked, add the pasta to the bowl of cheese and mix thoroughly.
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On the beginning of February 2011 , the unmerciful and un-peaceful demonstrations started in Aden city. It took lives of innocent soldiers by random gunshots and restricted roaming in Aden for army personnel. The demonstrators attacked soldiers and hurt them severely, while soldiers were peaceful and could not harm them. They , soldiers , simply abandoned their weapons and repeated that they are peaceful. However the vandalized demonstrators had no patience as they breached all codes of courtesy and listened to no dialogue except their own voice. Plus , their demands are so unrealistic and created a big load on the friendly government.
Mothers, on the same edge, encourage their sons to vandalize , corrupt and hit all soldiers and governmental properties. Moreover, they ask their sons at the age of 15 and 16 years old to join the wild demonstrations and cruelly attack the camouflaged soldiers with harmful bombs, tear gas and rubbery bullets. They poured hot water and hit them with sticks . Further, they shot them directly in the forehead ,even in the soldiers' houses. Further, they, mothers, told their sons not to stay home as girls , but to go , treat and give the soldiers lessons aggressively. In addition , they asked them not to go to schools nor work so that all kinds of regular life will be damaged. Finally , they asked them to be killed.
Dear readers, is there any bit of logic of the latter two paragraphs that you can elicit ?and /or do you have any evidence saying that the above is true?
Dear Readers , the simple middle class worker demands a rise in his salary or a promotion that makes him able to repaint his house , but not to buy a single bullet. Adeni Women has been suffering since the beginning of February as they lost sons in the so-called peaceful demonstrations ,while soldiers blindly , crazily shot all peaceful demonstrators. Since then , mothers live in mourning as no mother would accept the loss of a dear son. They plead their beloved sons not to go out , but they insisted to be martyrs of freedom. They carried no weapons , except the words they chanted and banners their raised. However , bullets of snipers targeted foreheads so that it causes immediate , quick and certain death.
The list of martyrs is in rapid increase as well as mothers in black. Photos of young martyrs are hanged on walls , doors and even shops as an attribute to those who left us for the sake of this land.
Women in Aden started to demonstrate against the regime and against what is happening for their sons whom have no crime except that they were in peaceful demonstrations. This initiative woke women of Aden from their mourning to share with each other their loss and pain.
Thus , I dedicate this piece of writing to all mothers who lost their sons and to all brave hearted young men who have become immortal martyrs for Yemen and for change .
List of injured and killed people in Yemen since the beginning of February :https://spreadsheets0.google.com/ccc?hl=en&key=t4MOjw2IdftO0yv46hh78vg&h...
This article is part of a writing assignment for Voices of Our Future, which is providing rigorous web 2.0 and new media training for 30 emerging women leaders. We are speaking out for social change from some of the most unheard regions of the world.Voices of Our Future 2011 Assignment: Op-Eds


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Welcome to my blog!! I hope you will enjoy your time here! I am a happy busy Mom of 3 who loves to create things!!! I scrapbook, make cards, knit, quilt, keep a Project Life album and potter in my garden and veggie patch!! I like to share what I have been busy with here. Grab a cup of tea or coffee, and pause here for a while!
Friday, April 8, 2011
FO: Seaweed Cardigan
Today I am linking up with Creative Friday over at Natural Suburbia.
I finished this cardi last year, but am only getting to post about it now!! I started knitting this item on the 26th of September and finished it on the 20th of November. The pattern is from the Interweave Spring '10 issue, and was a wonderful pattern to knit, I thoroughly enjoyed it!! I used Elle Courtelle in the colour Winter Sky and knit it on 4mm needles.
The photos were taken by my son Caide!!
Thanks so much for taking the time to visit, I really do appreciate it. Hope you have a lovely crafty relaxing weekend!
9 comments:
- Linda said...
You look amazing Rene' what a stunning cardigan! Thanks so much for linking.
xo xo
- April 8, 2011 at 8:54 AM
- Sharon said...
I love your cardi Rene. Haven't picked up knitting needs for ages now... Actually since the dreaded 'hot flushes' began I haven't really worn any cardi's...LOL I miss them! Wonderful work, TFS, hugs Sharon x
- April 8, 2011 at 10:55 AM
- Alison said...
Love your cardi, Rene...I haven't knitted for YEARS!-maybe it's something I should think about again/
Alison xx
- April 8, 2011 at 5:52 PM
- Jolanda said...
Beautiful René,and i like your hair!!
Have a nice weekend my dear friend!!
- April 8, 2011 at 7:35 PM
- Andria said...
Your cardigan is really lovely, well done.
- April 8, 2011 at 7:52 PM
- bluestorm said...
Hey Ne'
I really love this one - I think I must get the pattern from you. Now if only I could find the time to sit down and knit! My websites are all keeping me too busy. Maybe tonight while I'm watching the rugby.....
Love ya!
- April 9, 2011 at 8:51 AM
- Ella Swan said...
wow Rene! It's amazing!! I have absolutely no idea how to knit & not much inclination to learn to be honest. But I do admire you for making something so cool & trendy - good work!! And as for your figure - that is also pretty amazing! Wish I was that slim!!! Caide is also a pretty rocking photographer too I must say :)
- April 9, 2011 at 11:18 PM
- sarah in the woods said...
beautiful cardigan! Looking at other people's work makes me feel like I may someday have to learn to knit too.
- April 10, 2011 at 2:45 AM
- karen said...
wow, what a beautiful cardigan!
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Lily Allen speaks out about women in the music industry
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After dropping "That's My Sh*t" with T.I. earlier this year, The-Dream has revealed the cover artwork and tracklist for his upcoming Crown EP. The project contains eight tracks and is set to drop April 14th. Take a look at the cover above, and the track listing below.
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Before the final day of the pre-season testing in Portugal, BMW Motorrad WorldSBK team has unveiled the 2019 livery for their new machine. The motorcycle in the picture is obviously the 2019 BMW S 1000 RR unveiled at EICMA 2018.
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The Netherlands backs Dutch contribution to UNMISS in South Sudan
The Netherlands is sending police officers and officers of the Royal Military and Border Police to help build up the police force in South Sudan. This new country is in a precarious situation, confronted by huge challenges after the war with north Sudan and its recent independence. So support from UNMISS is essential.
As Minister of Foreign Affairs Uri Rosenthal points out, 'The Dutch contribution is small, but highly significant and meets the needs of the United Nations. The Netherlands opts for an integrated approach, combining stabilisation and de-escalation with capacity building and efforts to address the sources of the conflict.'
Dutch participation in UNMISS is part of a broader commitment to the future of South Sudan. The Netherlands contributes €75 million a year in development aid towards establishing the rule of law and ensuring better water provision and food security for its people. 'We are tackling the causes of instability, stimulating the local private sector and working towards self-reliance for South Sudan,' says Minister of European Affairs and International Cooperation Ben Knapen.


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