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PROFESSIONAL DEMO REVIEW - June 8, 2009
-With the country oriented guitar picking and harmonica riffs, he brings a fresh approach to the hip-hop game.
For the first in a crisp new season of Professional Demo Reviews, hip-hop is the order of the day, with our music industry panel lending their critical ears to three new tracks by three unsigned rap artists.
Offering their critiques to joints by Camil, Cardi and Mully Man are Mughal, Steve Blast Wills and Mac G. The reviewers analyse all aspects: vocals, production, composition, visual presentation; provide tips on improving the tracks; evaluate their overall potential to get a record deal and achieve chart success, and advise on approaching the music industry.
Remember, demos on review are chosen from the ones uploaded to the A&R Panel. To get your music assessed by our expert panel upload your tracks here.
The ArtistsCamil US Rap
Atlanta-based rapper Camil is currently being produced by Grammy nominee Vudu Spellz (Ludacris, Jamie Foxx, R.Kelly) and has been featured on the soundtrack A Get Together, which included Kanye West, and Boyz 2 Men. He is available for record, publishing and management deals.
Cardi US Rap
Brooklyn rapper Cardi has already attracted attention with his appearance on the MTV Battle Hip Hop Show, 'Fight Club'. He is available for record, publishing and management deals.
Mully Man US Rap
Baltimore's Mully Man has already made major waves by having three of his tracks featured in the highly acclaimed HBO series 'The Wire'. He is available for record, publishing and management deals.
The Industry Professional Review Panel
Mughal Canada Producer
Known to many as the industrys best-kept secret having done several ghost production projects globally, Mughal has just signed a new production and management deal with major production house Medinah Entertainment out of NYC (Rihaana, Darkchild, Brandy, Joe, Diddy). Mughal is also heavily involved within the telecom industry designing ringtones and new formats of content worldwide.
Mac G US Producer and Songwriter
Hailing from Philly, Jermaine Russ - P/K/A Mac G - is an inspiring producer/songwriter who is starting to receive a lot of attention in the music industry. Mac G has already worked with many recognised artists in the music business, including Flipmode Squad's Rampage, EVE, Kurupt, Young Gunz, Mya, Omillio Sparks, (State Property), City Boyz, Actress and Singer Monica Calhoun (Best Man, Player's Club).
Steve Blast US Producer
As one of Saint Louis' most influential producers, Steve Blast has over 8 million records sales on his resume including Chingy, Nelly (including tracks on his breakthrough album Country Grammar) as well countless other artists on Universal, Jive, Capitol and Warner.
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Mughal 7
I like this joint! The production is nice for a hip-hop track. I really liked that pure south feel on this. With respect to flow, Camil has good flow and tone in voice overall - he stands out from the crowd. The only thing Id suggest is to spice it up somehow on his last verse. Near the end I felt like shutting the song off before it ended, which is something a track should never make you do. A hit song leaves you wanting to hear more, and wishing the song didnt end so fast.
I think it has enormous potential, but the last verse and song build up needs to be tweaked. There needs to be more dynamics in the track, more changes on both a production level and Camils flow. Other than that, I can hear this on the radio all day long and see it hitting the charts. I dont think this can hit No.1, but do think it could be on the top 40.
Mac G 6
With the country oriented guitar picking and harmonica riffs, he brings a fresh approach to the hip-hop game the same way Nelly did with Country Grammar. I loved the track but Camil seems to fall off beat a lot throughout the song - although the lyrics are smooth and catchy he still has to work on the tightness of his delivery a little more.
As Im listening Im visualising a video with a booshy female going on a crazy shopping spree with all his money. That should attract a lot of teen girls who would agree with the females view, and Im sure a lot of guys can relate to having experienced a female of a gold digging type.
The production on this track is tight - the 808/909 drums are standard with the south and it makes this record blend well with other top records on the radio today - so that is a definite plus for Camil. As far as his chances on getting signed go, I feel that he has great potential if his other records are as consistent, and he keeps his commercial (non-gangsta rap) image going.
Steve Blast 6
I had to listen to this record several times to give it an honest review. At first the blues samples were kinda stock loop sounding. But after listening to the song concept and vibing to the record, Camil did make the song interesting. The kicks did beat the trunk - the vocal was clear and consistent, with a good delivery. This song grew on me by the 3rd listen - I'm sure itll have the same effect on the radio listeners.
Image looks marketable at first glance. I would definitely try to create unique characteristics to give Camil identity not just a typical photo - maybe a prop, style, or location.
With the right aggressive radio campaign, a remix to the record and B-side single, I can see Camil gettin spins and even being signed to a situation.
Song 2:
Mughal 6
The production is pretty good somewhat commercial. I liked how the producer created a reverb effect on the snares. The changes in production and song structure are all good overall, keeping the listener engaged and interested, which is what you want to do always. I really liked the length of the track - it ended at a perfect timeframe, just right for radio as a hip-hop/R&B track.
I think Cardi has a nice flow on the track but theres just nothing unique about his tone, or style. Ive heard a million rappers from my block sound the same and Im from Toronto! Just imagine how many rappers on the street sound like Cardi in NYC! Cardi needs an angle, something different in his style or approach. Hes got skillz, no doubt, its just about finding a niche or something.
The song is definitely suited for radio, but its one of those tracks you need to monitor after radio starts playing it to see its market potential. For now, it makes a nice independent single, but does not sound major in any way. This sounds like something a start-up independent label would release.
Mac G - 8
Cardi seems like a natural - hes witty and flashy, with an aggressive vocal presence like a Jay Z or Cassidy. Like Ur Style is a certified club banger that talks about a female liking a certain status in the male. The energy in the production makes this record fall right into the top 100 Hip-Hop/R&B slot on the billboard charts and with the right mix, and a better solid kick drum underneath the weak one, this record could go straight through the roof.
Cardi definitely has the potential to be signed because he sounds great and he sounds like hes already out there - his delivery is tight and the words to this composition were well written. The production is largely excellent, although you cant hear certain sounds, such the singing part which is low and buried under the track. Yet you can still hear a potential hit record, and I think it would attract the attention of the DJs as well as record executives because its a undeniable smash.
Steve Blast - 8
Cardi is hot. He definitely has appeal - his sound was polished, nice wordplay and song concept. Track was modern with a universal appeal - simple but with elements that can catch you.
This song has Satellite radio playlist written all over it. Management should start pushin for playlist adds ASAP. The vibe of this record has an East coast feel, so starting the campaign up north just makes sense. DC, MD, CT, MI - northern radio stations.
Image looks marketable, should hit well with the ladies. Not sure if there is video footage but that would be a serious visual that could help with artist awareness.
Management is the element that will push Cardi to the forefront - also a smart campaign to encourage DJs to play record in clubs and Programme directors to add to radio playlist. The right information can sell his project to a major.
Song 3:
Mughal - 4
I think Mully Man is a good rapper, but this track is wack overall. Its very annoying. I do appreciate the attempt for the producer to make this track different or edgy, but personally Im just not feelin it. Not to say this cant hit the radio and get some spins - you never know. But for overall market success or chart success, I dont think a track like this can fly.
Mully Man has skills, and I can hear the quality of his writing fissure, but I just think hes more suited for publishing. Trust me Mully, thats not a bad thing! Right now publishing is where its at anyways, especially for rappers.
Mac G 9
Mully Mans flow comes right out the speakers and grabs your attention - his run on flow and witty wordplay make him stand out like an Eminem type. However, I think the writing on the hook couldve been a little better - it starts off OK but then drops with a poor finish.
The production on this track has a nice airy sound with a bouncy drum beat like an anthem. Mully Man has a lot of character which gives his songs hit potential, but the track just needs a bigger mix on it to bring out them sounds, and his vocals need that bold bright Ludacris-style mix on them to turn it into an undeniable record.
The song itself would attract attention from the urban street level guys because of what hes saying, but the bounce of the track would make it a potential club banger and I also can see a nice colourful video that would bring even more attention to Mullys hit record. I believe this track would catch an A&R at a major labels attention as well, Mully Man could be a huge success with the help of some big name producers.
Steve Blast - 6
Mully man has style and lyrics, but this record is not the strongest universal appeal single. I do believe there is another record in the catalogue that would have better universal appeal. East coast fans would probably love this song. Midwest, down south and west coast might not be too quick to latch on.
The song quality was good, the song concept was good - I liked the way the female vocals were on the hook - catchy. Im positive there are other records that could be the lead single. This song is maybe the 3rd release, not the 1st out the gate.
The track was trapped in east coast vibe, which is perfect if you just targeting up north or niche markets and fans, but it makes it difficult to get other markets in the loop, which affects your national spin average. Its hard to build the right information to make the song attractive to majors.
Image could use a little flair. We see that image a lot, so it's not very unique or distinguishable from the average aspiring urban artist. Add a prop - i.e. eyewear, chain, location, unique design, font, logo, style
Next week: Interview with Pete Wilkinson, the mastermind behind the meteoric rise of Amy MacDonald
Read On ...


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Eleanor Ringel Cater
'Hearts Beat Loud' – a minor miracle of a movie about a father-daughter musical duo
Heartfelt and, yes, heartwarming (aaarrgh, what a buzzkill word!!), "Hearts Beat Loud" reminds us there is life at the movies beyond dinosaurs and third-rate "Star Wars" one-offs.
It's a small, smart picture about a father and daughter beautifully played by Nick Offerman ("Parks and Recreation") and KIersey Clemons ("Flatliners," "Transparent").


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Bookstores in United Kingdom
Browse 6,607 attractions, meet 1,222 travelers, 510 tour guides and discover 13,226 photos
Travelers are voting Barter Books, Atlantis Bookshop and Compendium Books as the best of 12 bookstores in United Kingdom. Also popular are Dark They Were And Golden Eyed in England and Daunt Books and Foyles in London. Want more? Check out our map of bookstores in United Kingdom or these 4 bookstores in London.
Barter BooksShopping / Nightlife BookstoresNorthumberland, England
Barter Books is a second-hand bookshop located in the historic English market town of Alnwick, Northumberland owned and run by Stuart and Mary…2
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The Atlantis Bookshop in Museum Street is, with Treadwell's Bookshop and Watkins Books, one of the three major esoteric bookshops in London.…
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Compendium Books was an independent bookstore specialising in experimental literary and theoretical publications.
Dark They Were And Golden EyedShopping / Nightlife BookstoresEngland
Dark They Were And Golden Eyed in London was the largest science fiction bookshop and comic store in Europe during the 1970s. Specialising in…
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Daunt Books is an original Edwardian bookshop with long oak galleries, graceful skylights and William Morris prints, situated in Marylebone High…
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W & G Foyle Ltd. (usually called simply Foyles) is a book seller known for is flagship store at 113–119 Charing Cross Road, London,…
Gay's The WordShopping / Nightlife BookstoresEngland
Located at 66 Marchmont Street in the Bloomsbury district of London, Gay's The Word is the only specifically lesbian and gay bookstore in the UK.
HatchardsShopping / Nightlife BookstoresEngland
Hatchards is the oldest bookshop in London and the United Kingdom. It was founded by John Hatchard in 1797 on Piccadilly in London, from where…
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Murder One was from 1988 to 2009 a well known bookshop in the Charing Cross Road, "catering to readers interested in hard-to-find…
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Open records update
Business Improvement District President Norm Bruce, owner of Martha Merrill's Bookstore, provided a paper copy of the emails that I requested instead of the electronic versions. However, he did not charge me like he intended, a charge I refused to pay. The issue came to a head today when I gave him a 9:00 AM tomorrow deadline to comply with the request.
However, attorney Mike Maistelman had the last word in an email to Bruce, making it clear just how serious the issue had become.
Mr. Bruce,
As Mr. Wigderson's attorney, I feel compelled to intervene. I've sat by and watched the emails go back and forth and have not gotten involved. However, after your last email misinterpreting the Public Records law, I feel I must now get involved.
I suggest you speak with your attorney. A request for public records shall be fulfilled in the medium that the records are kept. If the records are in electronic format, they must be released in their original format. By printing the electronic records you are now creating "new" records.
I thank you for not charging my client, but given the delay and your faulty legal reasoning, you would have been required to pay Mr. Wigderson $100 in damages, as well as his reasonable attorney's fees.
Please conduct yourself accordingly.
Attorney Mike Maistelman
In other open records news, Alderman Roger Patton had a meeting scheduled today with an investigator in the Waukesha District Attorney's office today concerning the alleged destruction of public records.
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Next week is Camp Grandpa in Middleville! I am pretty excited about this first time event that we plan to make an annual one! We get to have 3 special young visitors for 4 days of fun with drop ins for younger ones!
Our kids remember special times with their grandparents. It was harder for them as military kids to see their extended families frequently but when we did they loved it. As they got older we started allowing them to spend a week with grandparents, aunts/uncles, cousins and camps nearby as well! We wanted them to know their families and made a few extra trips/drove a *few thousand extra miles* to be sure they were included in family gatherings. Spent some funding on airfare from overseas as well when we could.
We laugh when we hear about "jobs" they did while away from home and I think they enjoyed coming home on occasion too! When they connect on Facebook, see each other at weddings, reunions, etc. their family members are not strangers.
Back to Camp Grandpa, I think we are going to have a great time with planned visits to lakes, a pool, childrens' play areas at Meijer Gardens, a zoo and a dairy where they make ice cream and have a farm animal pet zoo. Yes, we might even ride Grandpa's tractor and 4 wheel a few times and work in the garden too! Might even need to pull out the hose and fill the kids pool on the deck for a splashing good time (I need an excuse to jump in too). Jobs will be done too (they need to have something to remember like ours did). What fun!
What do you do to stay connected with extended family? Share with others as a means to assist other military families during the heat of summer and the frequent stress we all face or have faced at one time. Two of the attendees at Camp Grandpa are enjoying the return of their dad from Iraq after a year long deployment.
Camp Grandpa
by Colonel K on Friday, June 26, 2009
Military Life: Col K, military family
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- AnonymousJuly 1, 2009 at 12:00 PM
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Great post, I think getting in tune with nature is a great way to connect with your family. We like to keep a couple of hummingbird feeders around our place and always enjoy watching them as a family.ReplyDelete
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Turner County, Georgia
Turner County is a county located in the U.S. state of Georgia. The 2016 Census Estimate shows a population of 8,030. The county seat is Ashburn.
The County is named for Henry Gray Turner, U.S. representative and Georgia state Supreme Court justice. It was created on August 18, 1905.


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Azorius Cluestones but the more I thought about it, the less sense that made. I want to ramp the mana up but I still am running redundant copies of Orim's Prayer and Humility. I need ways to churn through the deck to get to win conditions, or else the game goes too long.
This becomes especially relevant with Mobilization as one of my win conditions. Generating token(s) every turn is important to keep the pressure on, so mana matters. But if I can't draw one, or get a Martial Coup then I'm really struggling to close things out.
So I split the difference: two Cluestones for two Complusions.
Fortunately, things seem to be working well. Fuz was playing a B/W deck using Exquisite Blood as a win condition-and I handled it just fine. (As a small rules note: cards like Academy Rector do not trigger under a Humility, because the game checks to see what the card was when it left play. )
Thankfully, Humility solves those problems.
However until Humility shows up, sometimes Orim's Prayer has to step in and take care of things, as you can see in the picture. 4/4s that only do one point of damage to me are not as effective at closing out the game as they would be otherwise.
(As a second rules note: Humility before Mobilization means my tokens have vigilance. The other way around and they don't).


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The Eidelweiss Property Owners Association (EPOA) was founded in 1970 by the property owners of the Village District of Eidelweiss in the Town of Madison, NH. EPOA provides liaison with the Commissioners of the Village and the surrounding Communities. We are operated entirely by volunteers who are dedicated to improving the quality of life and enhancing the social community at Eidelweiss.
Please check our Blog page for the latest news and activities.
Improve Quality of Life
We improve the quality of life by maintaining the aesthetics of the Village, and according to our By-Laws.
- We've added playground equipment, rafts, picnic tables, boat racks, and flower gardens to the Village.
- Over the summer, we conduct weekly water safety testing of three of our ponds, and we send the test results to the State to ensure their consistent quality and safety.
- Our volunteers work tirelessly to maintain the landscaping throughout the Village, for example, the entrance to Eidelweiss and the flower beds by Little Shore Road. By adding many other amenities, we help to improve the property values of the Village.
- We communicate regularly and work with the VDOE to address issues and problems surrounding the community.
- With the tremendous efforts of our volunteers, we have been helping to clean up parts of Route 113 annually for the past two years.
Engage our Community
We organize regular social events and provide fun venues for the Village. Over the past years, we have put together Summer Cookout/Kids' games, an annual Pig Roast, Steak Dinners, Beach walks and Hiking. We are also starting to organize Movie Nights and outdoor concerts.
VDOE versus EPOA
While the Association works with the elected commissioners of the District whenever possible, it is a distinct entity and defined as an "association." It does not represent or in any way replace the governance of the Village District.
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It is optional to join the EPOA, but please consider supporting our efforts by paying a small yearly fee: $30 for homeowners and $15 for landowners. Property owners within the District pay taxes to the Village District of Eidelweiss as well as to the Town of Madison.
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Giving help, getting help in the Midlands, March 13
FREE FLU SHOTS FOR VETERANS are now available from 8 a.m-4 p.m. Monday-Friday at the William Jennings Bryan Dorn VA Medical Center and from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Tuesday-Friday at Dorn's Mental Health Clinics. (803) 695-6701
THE LOURIE CENTER is announcing the opening of the Lourie Center Nurse's Office. The registered nurse will be available on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month from 10 a.m.-noon for consultations regarding general health and nutrition questions, blood pressure checks, meds management and referrals. For more information call (803) 779-1971.
WESTWOOD HIGH SCHOOL is in need of a few families to host French exchange students and teachers April 6-16. The students will be in the homes for seven days, but gone on the weekends. Cheryl Guy, (803) 691-4049 ext. 36116
FREE TAX FILING services provided at various locations in Sumter. Services include E-file 2014 taxes, direct deposit and processing taxes up to three years back. From Feb. 1-April 15. 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Wednesday at SC Works, 31 East Calhoun St, Sumter. Also from 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Friday, 3-8 p.m. Saturday and by appointment only at Goodwill, 1028 Broad Street, Sumter. (803) 240-8355
THE CHRISTIAN CHRISTMAS CLUB has two $800 book scholarships available to Richland 1 and Richland 2 graduating high school students who are in single-parent households. Qualifying students should visit their school counselor's office for details. Application deadline is April 15.
COLUMBIA KIDNEY WALK: 1:30 p.m. Sunday at Riverwalk Park and Amphitheater in West Columbia. This event raises awareness and funds lifesaving programs that educate and support patients, their families and those at risk. The event is free, but everyone is encouraged to raise funds for the cause. (803) 799-3870
DOWNTOWN YMCA is hosting Swim for a Cause to send 100 low-income youth to summer camp at the Y. The volunteer swimmers will swim between 6 a.m. and 6 p.m. March 20 at the Downtown YMCA Pool, 1420 Sumter St. They will earn pledge money per lap or for participation. To join the swim team, contact Clare Morris at firstname.lastname@example.com. To make an online gift, visit www.columbiaymca.org (803) 799-9187
HISTORIC COLUMBIA is looking for volunteers to donate six or more hours a month to nurturing, supporting and protecting the historical and cultural heritage of Columbia and Richalnd County. The training session kicks off at 10 a.m. March 23. For more information and benefits, visit www.historiccolumbia.org or call Betsy at (803) 252-1770 ext. 24.
BIRTHRIGHT OF COLUMBIA is seeking volunteers to provide one-on-one assistance to girls and women who are faced with an unplanned or problem pregnancy. The four-part training sessions begin at 6 p.m. March 24 at their office at 1405 Gregg St. For more information contact Hank Chardos at (803) 543-8144 or via email firstname.lastname@example.com
AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY needs volunteer drivers to take patients to medical facilities for cancer treatment. The Road to Recovery Program is seeking volunteers with a good driving record, valid driver's license, automobile insurance and a vehicle in good working condition. Rides are needed 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday through Friday and the schedule is flexible according to each volunteer's availability. Fronde Merchant, firstname.lastname@example.com or (843) 744-1922.
VETERANS have served our state and our nation. Now you can help them by volunteering at your local VA medical center or VA outpatient clinic. Contact Dorn VA Medical Center Voluntary Services at (803) 695-6780 or visit www.columbiasc.va.gov.
LAWYERS 4 VETS is a free legal clinic for lower-income veterans in South Carolina at the Dorn VA Medical Center, 6439 Garners Ferry Road. Lawyers 4 Vets will connect lower-income veterans living at or below 200 percent of the federal poverty line with local attorneys who can provide one-on-one pro bono legal advice or representation in matters such as obtaining identification (Social Security, S.C. ID, birth certificates); child support and visitation issues in South Carolina; expungments and pardons in South Carolina; consumer protection; health care powers of attorney and simple wills. To be screened for an appointment, call (877) 289-6000. Clinics are by appointment only. Attorneys interested in volunteering or anyone interested in supporting the clinic should call (803) 779-1113, ext. 113 or http://scjusticewatch.org.
SUNSET FELINES is in urgent need of people who can spare an hour a week (mornings or late afternoons, weekdays and weekends) to assist with the feeding of several cat colonies in Lexington County. Ideal for retirees or those with flexible schedules. Also need foster homes, both short and long term; plus they have plenty of adoptable cats. (803) 794-5686 or email firstname.lastname@example.com
FIDO DOG RESCUE is looking for volunteer foster families to care for rescued dogs until they find permanent homes. (803) 796-2390
THE IRMO CHAPIN RECREATION COMM ISSIONis seeking volunteers age 18 and older to become nature interpreters at Saluda Shoals Park. Nature interpreters interact with and educate park guests in the Wetlands Preserve. Volunteers meet at 6-7:30 p.m. Tuesdays for training. No experience necessary; retirees welcome. Jeanette Wells, (803) 213-2051
DAYBREAK PREGNANCY CENTER is seeking female volunteers in several areas. The center needs volunteer counselors, hot line volunteers, teen volunteers, parenting/childbirth volunteer teachers, post-abortion class leaders, baby boutique volunteers, receptionists and office assistants. The center also needs male mentors and mailing clerical volunteers. Adults only; training will be provided. Daybreak has offices in downtown Columbia and Lexington and needs assistance at both sites. (803) 771-6634
THE GIVING TREE is accepting items for Help and Hope hygiene kits such as soap, toothbrushes, toothpaste, washcloths, deodorant, shampoo, tissues and hand sanitizer. Items can be dropped off from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday through Saturday at The Giving Tree, 421 Bush River Road. Kits will help the homeless, families in crisis, veterans and children in foster care. (803) 521-1881
SHARING GOD'S LOVE, a Christian ministry serving the needy in the Irmo, St. Andrews and Ballentine communities, is seeking donations of sheets and towels (may be used but in good condition), jelly, spaghetti sauce, noodles, laundry detergent, shampoo, deodorant, dish washing liquid, toothpaste, toothbrushes, bar soap and toilet paper. http://sharinggodslove.net
BETSY'S GARAGE and Cellphones for Soldiers are asking Columbia residents to help troops call home by donating gently used cellphones for recycling. For every donated phone valued at $5, the nonprofit will be able to provide overseas troops 2.5 hours of free talk time on prepaid international calling cards. Betsy's Garage, 2011 Bull St., will offer a 10 percent discount on any automotive service to customers donating phones. This is an ongoing effort. Donations may be dropped off during business hours, 8 a.m.-6 pm. weekdays and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturdays. (803) 929-0013; cellphonesforsoldiers.com
THE SALVATION ARMY OF THE MIDLANDS needs to replenish its food pantry. Items needed include meals in a can (chicken and dumplings, stew, chili, ravioli, spaghetti), rice, pasta, instant mashed potatoes, peanut butter, canned foods with pop-top lids, low-sugar cereals, 100 percent fruit juices, canned fruit packed in juice, canned vegetables (low salt), diapers and toilet paper. Donations will be accepted 10 a.m.-4 p.m. weekdays at the Salvation Army Center for Worship & Service, 3024 Farrow Road. (803) 754-7109
DONATE, DON'T DUMP, an initiative of the Salvation Army of the Midlands, encourages people to drop off clothing, household items, furniture, etc., at the Family Store, 1312 Millwood Ave. Store hours are 10 a.m.-6 p.m. weekdays and 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturdays. You can call (803) 748-9964 for items to be picked up.
REACH OUT AND READ, an early literacy program providing books for children ages 5 and younger during well-child visits at Palmetto Health Children's Hospital, needs new book donations and contributions. Call Callee Boulware, (803) 434-2523.


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This is the third installment in the Self Directed Retirement Questions, Answered.
These are questions I've been asked, my answers to those questions, and some commentary.
Question: What is the difference between a Self Directed IRA and a Solo 401k?
Answer: A Self Directed IRA requires a Custodian. Custodians are generally banks and investment houses. These Custodians charge fees to baby sit your money and tell you where you can and cannot invest your savings. An SDIRA is far better than a standard IRA, but it can still have high management fees, hoops to jump through, and limitations in what you can invest in.
A Solo 401k, which is designed for the self employed, enables you to invest in anything that the IRS allows. You become the Custodian; therefore you don't have any filters on your investments (within the framework of the IRS's allowed investments). You basically don't have to ask permission to use your own savings as you see fit. Since it is a 401k, you can also borrow up to 50% of the value, up to $50,000. And again, you don't have to ask permission or fill out piles of paperwork to take out a loan. You draw up the terms, put the terms in your safe, write a check from your 401k to you, and then just make the monthly payments to your 401k. Because you are making payments to your 401k, the interest is essentially free – you are paying yourself! A Solo 401k also enables you to contribute as the employee and the employer; in other words you can contribute over $50,000 a year to your retirement account – or over $100,000 if your spouse is a partner in the business. This is a BIG deal.
My thoughts on the two different approaches boils down to this:
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5 Ways to Stay Calm for Christmas
Every year it seems as if Christmas comes earlier and earlier. For some weeks now the shops have been full of Christmas decorations, Christmas food, Christmas decorations, even Christmas jumpers. Even for those who do not celebrate Christmas as a religious festival it seems there is no escaping the madness of the holiday season.
Magazines and TV advertisements paint a highly idealised picture of the "perfect" Christmas to which we should all aspire, a perfectly decorated home, an array of luxurious gifts beneath a beautiful tree, a smiling and beautifully dressed family enjoying a delicious and stylish Christmas dinner together. The pressure is on!
Of course here in the real world Christmas may not quite work out like that - the children are overtired and supercharged on sugar, the cat climbs the tree and destroys the decorations, the turkey turns out dry, nobody wants to play games, and there is nothing good on the telly.
Yes Christmas can be a magical time and has the potential to be full of joy, but for many it can be a stressful experience. Existing pressures such as financial insecurity or family tensions can seem even more intense at this time of year. Spare a thought too for those struggling with additional problems such as bereavement, caring for elderly or sick relatives, coping with depression, anxiety, or health issues.
So how can we avoid feeling overwhelmed? Here are my top 5 tips for how to maintain a sense of perspective, and have a calm and happy Christmas.
#1 Let go of Your Expectations
If we set ourselves unattainable goals, we are leaving ourselves open to disappointment. Try to let go of your expectations about what the "perfect" or "ideal" Christmas is. Ignore the Facebook photos showing everyone having a great time and remember the reality is heavily edited for public consumption! So what if the decorations on our tree are not perfectly colour co-ordinated. So what if we don't have the perfect free range organic three bird roast with handmade stuffing. Letting go of the need for perfection can be so liberating.
#2 Don't be Afraid to be Selfish
Find time among the festivities for the things that really make you feel good and nourish the spirit. Remember that you can't take care of others unless you take care of yourself. Taking 5 or 10 minutes away from the madness to practice some deep breathing or do some stretches can really help recharge the batteries. Even better, find the time for a hot bath or encourage everyone to go out for a walk in the fresh air.
#3 Do It Your Way
Don't like a roast dinner? Make a curry instead. Don't want to have drinks with the neighbours? Don't go. Prefer a hot chocolate to a mulled wine? Feel free. There is no law that says Christmas must be done a certain way, or that New Years Eve must involve a party. In fact it can be fun to create your own family traditions and ways of doing things that mean something to you.
#4 Give the Gift of Your Attention
Instead of getting stressed trawling the shops for that perfect gift, think of spending your time rather than your money. Your children won't care if they don't have new pyjamas and a matching Christmas duvet, but they will care if you are stressed out of your mind and unable to relax on Christmas Eve. Remember that your attention is more valuable than any gift. Spend an afternoon with your children making wonky home made mince pies. Visit a friend for a cup of tea and a chat. Help out at a local homeless shelter or dog rescue. None of these things cost money but they have enormous value and will be remembered longer than the most expensive present.
#5 Count your blessings - this may be a cliche but it really does work. Taking time to be grateful for what you have, however modest. Sometimes helping others can put our own troubles into perspective. Christmas can be a good time to think about giving something to the community, perhaps even more so if you will be alone at Christmas or do not celebrate it yourself.
#6 Be Kind to Yourself - okay so I lied, there are 6 points and not 5 but I feel this one is actually the most important. Be kind to yourself. This is even more true if you are struggling with a personal issue such as depression which can seem even more of a burden than normal. Resolve to cut yourself some slack over the holiday period, and when Christmas is over perhaps consider seeking some professional help to help you get the New Year off to a more positive start.
In the meantime, wherever you, and whatever your personal or spiritual beliefs, I wish you a calm, and happy Christmas and a very Happy New Year.
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I know, I can't believe it took so long for the team from Boston to be a rumored destination for whatever big name free agent is now being discussed. However, this could just be a smokescreen attempt by Lynch to accelerate negotiations with the Raiders, who are his top choice. The Seahawks final play call was a Russell Wilson pass that everyone unanimously agreed should've been a hand off to the prolific Lynch. The last time the Raiders left Oakland, they didn't return for more than a decade.
The 30-year-old RB is a flawless fit for the Raiders since he's from Oakland and they need a running back after losing Latavius Murray to the Minnesota Vikings in free agency. They all now have Super Bowl rings.
As it now stands, the front offices of the Seahawks and Raiders still haven't revealed any negotiations in regard to the former Pro Bowl running back.
The Seahawks still hold Lynch's rights, but G.M. John Schneider has made it clear that they won't make his return elsewhere a complex process. Plus, with Derek Carr, 26, healthy, the Raiders could possibly compete for the National Football League championship, especially with Marshawn on the roster. But, the Raiders don't want to take on that salary and give up a pick to get him from Seattle.
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You do not choose to be overweight, you become overweight through a process of putting others before yourself, potentially depression, and an over-commitment to everything else in your life. In my case, I did not become overweight because I didn't care, but because I didn't care about myself enough. It could easily be due to self-esteem issues, but even when you're not perceptibly fat it can become a weight around your neck if you are labelled fat, out of shape, etc. Your slight departure from the perfect world of a B.M.I. safe weight becomes an anchor, or worse.
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I was a big kid, not overly fat or obese, but it seems that family told me I was, though it may have been someone projecting their own struggle with their weight on me. My family is full of big people, men and women that have descended from big people. I recall one picture of my great grandmother on my Dad's side who looked like my Uncle Ed, in a dress. The big nose, the weight problem, the battle is ages old. Is it heredity? Yes, but it's more than that. Society has given us a jobs, roles, and responsibilities that are sedentary in nature. I developed software solutions for 15 years, this means you sit at a computer and coerce a machine to do what you want it to. There's not much movement in that. I gained 230 pounds in that same time. I could suggest that my problems started before that, when I married someone who really didn't share my interest in cycling, something that was keeping my mind clear and my body salvageable.
As I focused on salvaging my failing marriage I tried to bring my wife into the realm of cycling, riding to the point of being tired, past the limit you think you have, and she was not a fan. This ended fairly quickly, and after 7 years of stress and trying to change me so she would be happy with me, so was the marriage. The stress had only just begun.
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I read a beautiful letter recently, from a young mom thanking her grandmother for the profound influence she'd had on her life. When her own kids were driving her crazy, the young mom remembered the stories of her grandmother's trials raising three boys, and was better able to find the humour in her own situation. The young mom was proud of the many qualities she shared with her Grandma Susan, and expressed particular gratitude for her grandmother's maxim that "success is not an accident". The quote gave the young mom the strength to pursue her dreams.
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When we pass down our stories, we give future generations an invaluable gift. Children gain a sense of rootedness, learning that they belong to something bigger than themselves. Adult children may see their parents from a new perspective, and gain a deeper understanding or appreciation of their lives. Other readers may be inspired by a storyteller's successes, or encouraged by the obstacles they've overcome.
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"With nothing but a most interesting workshop, held in Langley, B.C. in the summer of 1984 (put on by physiotherapists) I was swept away with how wonderful this type of therapy could be for people. It was non-traditional, active, and before my eyes… it worked! With a background of a Grandfather who was always teaching riding and training horses I knew how I always felt better when I was lucky enough to be around them. Better emotionally, physically and mentally. At this time I had come from a trail riding job at Apex Mountain Guest Ranch near Penticton and was currently guiding for Norwood Equestrian Centre.
With the help from Norwood and the Black Creek Lions Club the Society was established, in 1986, under the tutelage of the Pacific Riding for the Disabled, B.C., with the vision to make a difference for the mentally, physically and emotionally challenged. A bookkeeper was hired, the Bingo Palace was established, and small bus was obtained to transport riders from Campbell River to Merville and Norwood. Horses were rented from Norwood. With money coming in from the Bingo, vigorous fundraising and various clubs, volunteers and horses started working together and learning how to successfully operate a therapeutic riding program. There were 3 riders to start but it quickly grew, in both participation and popularity.
In the fall of 1987, the Society moved to the outskirts of Courtenay and began renting from the Comox Strathcona Regional District, where it is today. At that time there were 3 horses and I lived in a 12 foot trailer on the grounds. The next year a fifth wheel trailer was rented and then, 2 years later a full time caretaker lived in a CVTRS purchased 40" trailer. This is where the office was; the waiting lounge was a stall with bales of hay and plastic for the walls, but the coffee pot was always on and the children stayed warm.
In the third year at the Exhibition Grounds, the enrolment went from 18 to 45 clients. On April 6th, 1988, the program became autonomous and duly constituted as an independent Society (no longer under the Pacific Riding for the Disabled umbrella). It was now the Comox Valley Therapeutic Riding Society. In 1995 fundraising was full speed ahead and money was obtained to add an addition on to the original barn; thus the CVTRS Administrative Complex was built. This included an office, a physio room, a lounge/kitchen, washrooms and a tack room. The biggest funders of this change were the B.C. Government and the Vancouver Foundation.
This is the 30th year of operation with 27 of them at the Exhibition Grounds. The Exhibition Grounds barn hosts programs for children and adults with physical and mental challenges, as well as programs for the ever-increasing emotional needs of children and adults, like the popular Stable Program, that serves youth from the ages of 8-18.
In 2003, the program began pilot classes for children and teens at risk and autistic spectrum disorder children such as Asberger children.
In 2006, the Stable program began working with Vancouver Island Health Children and Families (VIHA), the schools, the aboriginal leaders, the John Howard Society and the Community Justice program in order to try to integrate the very young and troubled children into our society, using the horse as the emotional content.
Again in 2006, the Society introduced a Vaulting (gymnastics on the horse) program, which is very popular and successful, teaching balance, co-ordination, teamwork, self esteem and confidence.
Comox Valley Therapeutic Riding Society, a registered non-profit society, began at Norwood Stables with 5 riders in 1986.
To date, the program operates three, 10-week sessions per year with approximately 75 participants for each ten-week session. There are 8 horses, 4 Instructors (all with Canadian Therapeutic Riding Certification), 2 Physiotherapists, 2 Psychotherapists, a Program Director, Caretaker, and up to 100 volunteers, on a weekly basis. The schools, colleges, day-care programs, John Howard Society, hospitals, teachers, teacher-aides, and the medical professionals all send both clients and volunteers. It is clearly a successful and popular community effort, which covers the Courtenay-Strathcona area, including all the Islands."
Written by Marg Hind, co-founder and previous Program Director of Comox Valley Therapeutic Riding Society
Today, with the help of over 100 volunteers, we conduct an amazing therapeutic riding program with more than 70 clients attending per week.
In addition to the Comox Valley, our programs serve Vancouver Island communities from Fanny Bay to Port Hardy, including 3 outlying islands accessible only by ferry.
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JEFFERSON TWP — The mother of a severely disabled woman said her daughter's recent fall from the wheelchair lift on a van is the latest of three incidents involving the transportation service — and the last straw.
Beverly Carr said her 22-year-old daughter, Amber McCreary, who has a brain malformation called lissencephaly and scoliosis, a curved spine, was strapped in her wheelchair on the lift of a Butler Area Rural Transit van when she and the wheelchair fell off the elevated lift on the street in front of their home Tuesday morning.
McCreary, who can't walk or speak, suffered cuts on her face, inside her mouth and on the right side of her body from the 4-foot fall, Carr said.
She said the incident was the third involving BART taking Amber to the adult day program at nearby Austin's Place since last fall, and will be the last one.
"Obviously she's not going to be riding BART ever again. That was the final straw for me," Carr said.
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We looked at the NFL quarterbacks who could finish 2014 with the most passing yards, now it's time to look at the wide receivers who could lead the league in receiving yards this season. Of course, Detroit's Calvin Johnson is the favorite in this department, but there are other names who could take the crown and put some serious money in your wallet.
Here are some names you should consider if you're looking at this prop bet.
Julio Jones, Atlanta Falcons – If Calvin Johnson is the best receiver in the NFL, Jones is probably a close second. Due to injury, Jones participated in only five games last season, but still racked up 41 catches for 580 yards and two touchdowns. Uh, if he can keep that production up for an entire season, he's winning this prop with ease. Jones is an athletic freak who makes tough catches look easy and often can expose mismatches due to having Roddy White on the field with him at the same time. Jones averaged more than 10 targets per game last year and should have no problem topping 1,000 receiving yards for the second time in three seasons. Jones is well worth a look at odds of +1000.
A.J. Green, Cincinnati Bengals – Unlike other top receivers, Green doesn't have a clear No. 2 to help take some of the pressure away from him. However, that hasn't stopped him from generating 460 targets in his first three seasons. Green has steadily improved his numbers each season, which includes 1,426 yards and 11 touchdowns last season. If that's a trend that continues, Green should easily top 1,500 receiving yards, giving himself a good chance to win this prop. Lord knows he has the talent to get close to that number given what he's shown already. There's great value with odds currently at +1500.
Larry Fitzgerald, Arizona Cardinals – If we're looking at the longest of longshots, Fitzgerald is your guy. I get it, Fitz hasn't produced 1,000 receiving yards in two straight seasons and has a questionable quarterback in Carson Palmer. But let's not act like Fitzgerald still isn't one of the premier receivers in this league and isn't capable of producing a monster season with him still on the good side of 30 years old. Fitzgerald finally has his No. 2 receiver in Michael Floyd and Palmer should throw the ball over 600 times due to a Cardinals running game giving him nothing. I'm still a believer in Fitzgerald and love getting crazy odds of +5000.
Antonio Brown, Pittsburgh Steelers – Guess who finished second in the NFL last season with 1,499 receiving yards? Antonio Brown. Now that Josh Gordon is probably not going to play this season, it kind of makes Brown the guy to beat given the circumstances. Brown is a speedster at 5'10" and always seems to be open. Keep in mind, it was Brown's first season as the first option and quarterback Ben Roethlisberger wasn't his usual self and got off to a slow start. If these two are clicking right out of the gate, there are going to be a ton of fireworks. Odds of +1600 are ridiculous given what Brown should he is capable of.
Dez Bryant, Dallas Cowboys – Believe it or not, Dez Bryant is still scratching the surface of his potential at the young age of 25 years old. Just look at the way Bryant finished the season for the Cowboys, hauling in a touchdown in the final five games. Bryant can be much more consistent and can push for a season of 1,500 yards after racking up 1,233 last season. Bryant remains the top option in a Cowboys offense that has been up-and-down over the years, and Tony Romo is a quarterback who loves to throw the ball, totaling 1,705 passing attempts in the last three seasons. Last season, Bryant said he's just as talented as Calvin Johnson. He'll have a chance to back up those statements, and I'll back him with solid value at +500.


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Bos Wars is a futuristic real time strategy game (RTS). In a RTS game, the
player has to combat his enemies while developing his war economy. Everything
runs in real-time, as opposed to turn-based games where the player always
has to wait for his turn. The trick is to balance the effort put into
building his economy and building an army to defend and attack the enemies.
Bos Wars has a dynamic rate based economy. Energy is produced by power
plants and magma gets pumped from hot spots. Buildings and mobile units
are also built at a continuous rate. Control of larger parts of the map
creates the potential to increase your economy throughput. Holding key
points like roads and passages allow for different strategies.
It is possible to play against human opponents over LAN, internet, or
against the computer. Bos Wars successfully runs under Linux, MS Windows,
BSD, and Mac OS X.
WWW: https://www.boswars.org/
make generate-plist
No installation instructions: this port has been deleted.
The package name of this deleted port was:
PKGNAME: boswars
There is no flavor information for this port.
SHA256 (boswars-2.6.1-src.tar.gz) = 6003307692bde9913f6b5c227bf351e43e33d44ffaab198f0d0677e8fef86315
SIZE (boswars-2.6.1-src.tar.gz) = 64708620
NOTE: FreshPorts displays only information on required and default dependencies. Optional dependencies are not covered.
===> The following configuration options are available for boswars-2.6.1_10:
DOCS=on: Build and/or install documentation
===> Use 'make config' to modify these settings
lua:51 scons shebangfix gl sdl
Number of commits found: 42
Remove expired ports:
2019-05-08 databases/ruby-odbc: Broken for more than 6 months
2019-05-08 databases/rubygem-dbd-odbc: Broken for more than 6 months
2019-05-08 devel/dlangui: Broken for more than 6 months
2019-05-08 editors/dlangide: Broken for more than 6 months
2019-05-08 emulators/desmume: Broken for more than 6 months
2019-05-08 emulators/yabause: Broken for more than 6 months
2019-05-08 emulators/yape: Broken for more than 6 months
2019-05-08 games/armagetron: Broken for more than 6 months
2019-05-08 games/boswars: Broken for more than 6 months
2019-05-08 games/ceferino: Broken for more than 6 months
2019-05-08 games/chanta: Broken for more than 6 months
2019-05-08 games/d2x-xl: Broken for more than 6 months
2019-05-08 games/drcreep: Broken for more than 6 months
2019-05-08 games/frobtads: Broken for more than 6 months
Deprecate ports broken for more than 6 months
Mark BROKEN: fails to build
engine/map/minimap.cpp:490:21: error: non-constant-expression cannot be narrowed
from type 'int' to 'Sint16' (aka 'short') in initializer list
SDL_Rect drect = {X, Y, 0, 0};
Reported by: pkg-fallout
- Update WWW
- Switch to options helpers
- Cosmetic fixes
Approved by: portmgr blanket
Revision bump of all ports with USE_GL after consolidation of mesa-libs
Approved by: swills (mentor)
Differential Revision: https://reviews.freebsd.org/D10845
Fix COPYTREE_SHARE invocation
Remove ${PORTSDIR}/ from dependencies, categories d, e, f, and g.
With hat: portmgr
Sponsored by: Absolight
- Add LICENSE_FILE
- Fix shebangs
Approved by: portmgr blanket
MFH: 2015Q3 (blanket)
games category: Remove $PTHREAD_LIBS
approved by: PTHREAD blanket
- Drop @dirrm* from and add empty directories to plists
Approved by: portmgr blanket
Bump portrevision after png update
Change libpng15.so to libpng.so in LIB_DEPENDS to prepare the upgrade
Replace USES=libtool:oldver with USES=libtool or USES=libtool:keepla in
the 32 ports that still use it. Bump PORTREVISION on their dependent
ports except the ones that depend on these:
In these cases the same trick as in the recent gettext update is used.
Update the default version of GCC in the Ports Collection from GCC 4.7.4
to GCC 4.8.3.
Part II, Bump PORTREVISIONs.
Tested by: antoine (-exp runs)
Approved by: portmgr (implicit)
Support stage and USES=scons
Replace lang/lua with the new lang/lua51
lang/lua51 is working the same way lang/lua52, chase ports using lua 5.1
Make the default lua lua52
Make all lua ports using USES=lua
Approved by: portmgr (implicit)
Remove trailing whitespaces from category games
According to the Porter's Handbook (126.96.36.199.) default options must be added to
OPTIONS_DEFINE. This policy has been implemented only recently that's why we
have many ports violating this policy.
This patch adds the default options specified in the Porter's Handbook to
OPTIONS_DEFINE where they are being used. Ports maintained by
firstname.lastname@example.com, email@example.com and email@example.com have been excluded.
Approved by: portmgr (bapt)
- Remove manual creation and removal of share/applications, as it's now in the
mtree (games category)
Approved by: portmgr (bdrewery)
Add NO_STAGE all over the place in preparation for the staging support (cat:
- Fix pkg-plist
- Switch to PORTDOCS
PR: ports/178777
Submitted by: Kevin Zheng <firstname.lastname@example.com>
Approved by: maintainer timeout (20 days)
- Add desktop entry file
- Remove ABI versions from LIB_DEPENDS
- Update pkg-descr
- Convert to OptionsNG
PR: ports/175976
Submitted by: Kevin Zheng <email@example.com>
Approved by: Martin Tournoij <firstname.lastname@example.com> (maintainer)
libogg.so.8: Bump PORTREVISION for ports that depend on libogg,
directly or indirectly (via libvorbis, libtheora).
- update png to 1.5.10
- Update devel/sdl12 to 1.2.15
- Update audio/sdl_mixer to 1.2.15
- Update graphics/sdl_image to 1.2.12
- Update graphics/sdl_ttf to 2.0.11
- Update graphics/sdl_gfx to 2.0.23
- Update net/sdl_net to 1.2.8
- Bump PORTREVISIONs on ports that depend on one or more packages due to
ABI and shared library version changes
- Update Mk/bsd.sdl.mk accordingly for the new shared library versions
Tested by: exp-run by pav
- Update to 0.6.1
- Pass maintainership to submitter
Submitted by: Martin Tournoij <firstname.lastname@example.com>
Feature safe: yes
Update master_site
-remove MD5
- Drop maintainership.
Bump PORTREVISION for ports that depend on libogg, directly or indirectly
(via libvorbis, libtheora).
- update to 1.4.1
Reviewed by: exp8 run on pointyhat
Supported by: miwi
Bump PORTREVISION after libogg and libvorbisfile major version increment.
- Update to version 2.5.
- Use standard options passing method for SConstruct (scons).
Obtained from: "Jeremy Messenger" <firstname.lastname@example.com> (private e-mail)
- Remove unneeded dependency from gtk12/gtk20 [1]
- Remove USE_XLIB/USE_X_PREFIX/USE_XPM in favor of USE_XORG
- Remove X11BASE support in favor of LOCALBASE or PREFIX
- Use USE_LDCONFIG instead of INSTALLS_SHLIB
- Remove unneeded USE_GCC 3.4+
Thanks to all Helpers:
Dmitry Marakasov, Chess Griffin, beech@, dinoex, rafan, gahr,
ehaupt, nox, itetcu, flz, pav
Tested on: pointyhat
Approved by: portmgr (pav)
- Chase devel/sdl12 shlib version bump
Chase libtheora lib version
- Update to version 2.4.1.
Reported by: portscout
- Update to version 2.4.
PR: ports/115811
Submitted by: Alex Kozlov <email@example.com>
- Chase increase of audio/libvorbis shlib version.
- Bump PORTREVISION
- Update MASTER_SITES (subdirectory change in URL).
- Welcome X.org 7.2 \o/.
- Set X11BASE to ${LOCALBASE} for recent ${OSVERSION}.
- Bump PORTREVISION for ports intalling files in ${X11BASE}.
- Complete repocopy of games/bos to games/boswars.
- Update to version 2.3 (first version released after the project was renamed).
PR: ports/110633
Submitted by: alepulver (myself)
Servers and bandwidth provided byNew York Internet, iXsystems, and RootBSD
8 vulnerabilities affecting 48 ports have been reported in the past 14 days
* - modified, not new
All vulnerabilities
Last updated:2019-05-18 02:24:37


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Doepfer A-183-3 DC Amplifier
Module A-183-3 is a simple amplifier. It is DC coupled and can be used for both CV and audio signals. The maximal amplification can be switched between 1, 2 and 4 (in position 1 the module does not work as a real amplifier but only as attenuator). The level can be adjusted by means of the Level control between zero and the chosen maximim amplification (1/2/4). Two overload LEDs indicate if the output signal goes beyond about +10V or becomes less than about -10V. Input and output are equipped with miniature 2-fold multiples (nothing but 2 connected sockets).
Price: € 0.00


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Nestlé UK and Ireland
I've been talking to my colleagues this week about all of the lovely sustainable cocoa that we're securing for our confectionery here in the UK (click here to read more about it). And while we were talking, the conversation turned to what it would be like if we could grow cocoa in Yorkshire. Would it be more, or less sustainable? What impact would it have on our environment? Would the butterflies in our butterfly meadows like it?
The team all said it would be impossible to grow cocoa here, but I remembered seeing something in our archives about our Rowntree's factory growing cocoa in York. Yes, that's right, we were the only people to ever successfully grow cocoa beans in Yorkshire.
As part of our pioneering factory, the Rowntree family had a couple of hot-houses built at our York site, as well as a tropical greenhouse where they successfully grew cocoa, vanilla pods and even a pineapple during the 1930s - all for scientific, experimental reasons, of course.
Legend has it that during the Second World War the only place in Britain you could get a banana was York, because we were growing our own.
The York factory cocoa trees didn't produce an awful lot of cocoa (so they weren't very sustainable, and we won't be repeating the experiment any time soon), but what they did produce was put to good use. The factory hand-made three small bars of chocolate using entirely British ingredients (the first ever entirely British chocolate bars), and put them in a presentation box. When trying to decide who to give the chocolate to, the factory decided that the little Princess Elizabeth would be the most worthy recipient, as her parents were the Duke and Duchess of York, and Rowntree's chocolate bars were known as York Chocolate. Click here and here to see the bars and read all about the beans.


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I had promised myself that I would pay Mindo a visit on the way back to Quito. So there I was, at the turnoff to Mindo, standing beside the largest cock-of-the-rock I had ever seen. It looked rather hideous but then who am I to judge something that I could not even create myself. After contorting my body in many different ways to get a photograph of the bird without any distracting sign posts in the background, I was on my merry way downhill. Downhill to Mindo without having to stroke a pedal. Real bliss, but knowing full well that returning along this road, the only road, will not be so much fun.
|Turning off to the right to get to Mindo.
|The cock-of-the-rock over-looking the turnoff to Mindo.
Mindo is a rather touristy town. Its small, but has more travel agencies than bakeries. I stocked up on some supplies before finding a cheap hostel for the night. The next day I would take a road that hugs the Mindo River, towards a place called Mindo Garden (a guest house of sorts). So I was up early, eager to see some new species – I had heard a lot about Mindo, so was expecting nothing less than the best in birding. On the edge of town I saw my first Black-striped Sparrow and then the very vocal and very present Pale-legged Hornero – a pair was strutting across a four-way intersection as if they owned it. Further on the road did not reveal much in terms of unique bird habitat, as most of what I saw was secondary growth. There was an abundance of the usual species such as Lemon-rumped Tanager, Tropical Kingbird, Smooth-billed Ani, Bananaquit, and Yellow-bellied Seedeater among others. It was not until just before Mindo Garden, near the end of the road, that things started to look better. A patch of secondary forest revealed a handful of lifers, and some nice ones too – White-winged Tanager, Guira Tanager, and Yellow Tyrannulet. The canopies of the trees were alive with a large mixed flock of birds, including Brown-capped Vireo, White-shouldered Tanager, Silver-throated Tanager, Orange-bellied Euphonia, and Tropical Parula. There were others too which I am sure I missed – too much all at once.
|The main road leading into Mindo.
A locked gate on the bridge crossing the river signaled the end of the road for me. From here it was possible to get some views up and downstream of the Mindo River, with hopes of seeing White-capped Dipper and Torrent Duck. Having seen the former before, I was still happy to see it again, but it was the duck that eluded me. And it would not be the first time. While watching a Black Phoebe perched on a rock beside the river, a Green-fronted Lancebill flew in to perch on a rope drooping across the waters. It spent quite some time there, making short sallies for what I suspect were minute airborne insects. Sneaking into the garden at the guest house (the gate was wide open), I got views of Slaty-crowned Flycatcher, Slate-throated Whitestart, Three-striped Warbler, Smoky-brown Woodpecker, Cinnamon Becard and Buff-fronted Foliagegleaner.
|A Green-fronted Lancebill; that bill is unmistakable!
Time to move on, I turned back towards Mindo. Instead of returning to the town I took a turn to the left before crossing a small bridge straddling the river. From here it was uphill again. Too make the ride more entertaining, it started to rain, drizzling at first before becoming a drenching and steady downpour. I was not keen to get soaked, as I was hoping to find a spot to camp somewhere along the road. While taking cover from the rain under a meager roof top beside the road, I had a glimpse of a parrot lifer through the blurry streaks of rain. A pair of Rosy-faced Parrots moving rather sluggishly through the branches in search of fruit. Fruit that I would eaten too if I could have got my hands on them, as I was rather hungry myself by this time. The sighting of the parrots had lifted my spirits, and so I was ready to tread on after the first break in the clouds. I arrived at a small cable-way station, used for ferrying tourists across the wide forested valley. This is also where a short walk to the Nambillo Waterfall finds its beginning. No one was about, and not surprisingly as it was late afternoon by now. I cooked dinner on one of the small tables in the open building, before hanging my hammock between the foundation pillars below. Sweet, I was ready for the night, and surrounded by what seemed to be good forest. But I would have to wait till morning to see what birds lurked in this neck of the woods.
|The cable-way house; I found a dry camping spot below it.
|The cable car starting its voyage across the valley.
I was up, packed and ready long before I figured the first people would arrive to glide across the valley in the dainty cable car. Besides, no one needed to know I had spent the night there; I prefer being discrete. I continued with the road until I was sure that it was making a descent. Though I had passed through some excellent forest, I was not keen on having to make the return a slog. From my map, I knew the road would end soon anyway, making a return along the same road inevitable. Despite the seemingly good habitat, the birds were coming in at a slow pace, with no new lifers other than Olivaceous Piculet. Some interesting ones were Red-headed Barbet, Red-billed Parrot, Choco Toucan, Swallow-tailed Kite, Scale-crested Pygmy-tyrant, Tri-coloured Brushfinch and Squirrel Cuckoo. Slaty Spinetail managed to stay well out of sight, despite getting a good earful of its characteristic call from the roadside thickets. Another heard-but-not-seen bird was a displaying Club-winged Manakin. It somehow managed to keep a fair amount of foliage between itself and my prying eyes. I missed my most sought-after bird, which is said to be found along the road. So I would have to wait for another chance to see the elusive Scaled Fruiteater.
|Canopy adventures are popular around Mindo.
Back in Mindo I was greeted by a Masked Water-tyrant taking a bath in a pool of rain water in the road. It seemed to be enjoying the refreshing splash-about. Blue-black Grassquit and Variable Seedeater occupied the tall grasses on an empty plot while a pair of Bran-coloured Flycatchers was perched nearby.
|Almost as drab as its name, the Bran-coloured Flycatcher deserves more credit.
|Variable Seedeaters are common where ever there is tall grass.
After a little birding I wasted no time in leaving Mindo for one last road to explore, the one that leads southwards to Cinto and Lloa. I had one night left in the area and I was going to spend the early part of the evening looking for a crepuscular bird, one I had just a fleeting view of some months earlier in Colombia. I had a stake-out, a small roadside quarry. So after off-loading the bike and setting up my hammock beside a rushing river, I headed back along the road to the excavation site. And just in time. After arriving at the quarry all seemed still, deserted. But then, in the beam of my flashlight, an elegant male Lyre-tailed Nightjar glided silently passed the rocky wall of the quarry. The tail really does seem rather a little too long! There was also a female bird, and the two took turns in flying back and forth across the quarry in search of prey. Not wanting to disturb the birds, I did not stay long before returning to my campsite by the riverside.
|Nothing duck-like seen this side either.
The sun rose to find me searching in vain for Torrent Duck from a nearby bridge, which had good views over the river. The duck would just have to wait until I eventually find it someday, somewhere else. For my efforts I was rewarded with a brief view of two Little Cuckoos in an aerial pursuit, followed by my first Yellow-billed Casique. The casique was quietly foraging in a dense bamboo stand beside the road; a rather unobtrusive bird. After passing through Mindo I climbed the ascent to the main road that would take me back to Quito. After a few kilometers on the main road, I opted to take the longer but safer back road to Quito, via Bellavista, Tandayapa and Nono. I also passed the 30 000 km mark on my bicycle's trip computer – I had started my travels in Norway on 2 977 km, so I could now account for 27 023 km on my travels. It would not get much more than that, the next day the trip computer got wet (once too many) and stopped working for good!
|Taking the safer eco-route back to Quito - virtually no traffic and great scenery.
|'Bumpy and steep' are synonymous with the eco-route.
|My battered trip computer did not last much longer after 30 000 km.
|Highland hills on the way to Quito.
And so I passed Nono yet again, and slept in the same small building I shared with two Argentinian cyclists three weeks earlier. The atmosphere was not as lively this time, but at least I could enjoy a dry night under the perforated roof. At daybreak, while loading my bike for the last time (sigh), I noted that a pair of Brown-bellied Swallows had a nest with hungry offspring under the roof. So I was not alone afterall. As I ambled up the final climb some usual highland species showed themselves, Yellow-breasted Brushfinch, Great Thrush, Spectacled Whitestart, Buff-breasted Mountain-tanager and the ever-present Rufous-collared Sparrow. After some 10 kilometers, the gradient turned in my favour and so I was well on my way to Quito. I could not help but wonder if this was truly the end, the end of my travels. I guess time will tell…
|A view over northern sprawling Quito.
|Someone in need of a haircut!


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Slip and Fall
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text: Les Mikesell wrote: > Christopher Chan wrote: >> >>> Heck, I see lots of circles where they wouldn't trust mysql for an >>> enterprise application so it seems clear that you are not talking about >>> stability or performance but rather familiarity and the amount of trust >>> you have in what you know. >> >> Let's see, mysql crashes (elcheapo hardware, happens once in a while) >> but tables containing hundreds of thousands of rows survive intact on >> reboot. > > Mysql is OK if you don't really need a relational database - > particularly if you can put everything in a single table at least for > the frequent queries. Which is why I put 'simple table environment' in my comment. > >> Could you do that with postgresql? Nah. > > I don't recall ever having a problem with postgresql. I guess the latest versions are more crash resilient. But still no builtin replication. > >> Did I mention you can just copy myisam files to another box and even >> if it has another OS so long as they are on the same cpu platform and >> use it without trouble? > > Don't see why that would be a problem for postgresql either as long as > the database wasn't running when you copied the file and the posgresql > revs were similar. For postgresql, you have to copy everything. For mysql, you can do individual tables if you are using myisam tables. > >> I guess I should try to make a test against openldap/fedoraDS and see >> how they fare. > > Even though I posted those performance benchmarks, I'd want to do some > serious testing before trusting it. I've had my share of problems with > things based on Berkeley DB too, but perhaps those problems are fixed now. > If I do it, it would be just for my interest only as I no longer work for that service provider.


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This week, we were interested in the incredible Ii.
|I is for Iguana!
We also celebrated turkeys this week...
...and no holiday is complete without a handprint.
Or a hat.
When discussing Thanksgiving, we learned at-length about The Three Sisters. When the Wampanoag came to the pilgrim's rescue after the winter of 1620, they showed them how to grow (and you can say this with your child) "the corn that grows so high, the beans that wrap around the corn stalk, and the squash that grows on the ground".
The kids also collaboratively built a replica of the Mayflower. Carefully noting the fundamental flaws of the original Mayflower being unable to carry enough food and water to sustain the passengers, my students built a freshwater pond in the middle of their updated ship that contained fish. Problem solved.
We worked hard this week.
We built letter Ii's...
...we discussed its sounds.
When we were ready to create our i-icicles, we took it as an opportunity to get in some scissor practice as well.
Whether we're sister and brother...
...or brothers from another mother, we're thankful for our nearest and dearest.
Happy Thanksgiving!!!