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In many ways, the work of Jerzy Grotowski parallels Peter Brook's search for a theatre of myth through a return to 'roots', exploring the fundamentals of stage performance. Grotowski had already developed his ideas and distinctive style, cut off behind the Iron Curtain, before there was any direct contact between them. However, Brook realized the potential of Grotowski's work for his own research as soon as the Polish Laboratory Theatre reached the West, and invited Grotowski to conduct a three-week workshop for his acting group as early as US in 1966. Even if never direct collaborators, they appeared at several of the same theatrical forums over the next decade; and their approach was similar enough for Ryszard Ciéslak, the star example of Grotowski's training methods in the 1960s and early 1970s, to fit in with Brook's troupe when he produced The Mahabharata in 1985.
At the same time, their careers have been widely different. Beginning in small-scale counter-theatre, Grotowski's stage work was effectively limited to a bare handful of productions over a single decade from 1959 to 1968, although his final production of Apocalypsis cum Figuris continued to evolve in a series of transformations until 1980. Where Brook only turned to Indian sources at a late point in his development, one of Grotowski's earliest experiments was Shakuntala (based on Kalidasa's Siakuntala from the fifth century AD); and in contrast to Brook's eclecticism, the distinguishing mark of Grotowski's approach has been rigorous internal consistency. So, while each used almost exactly the same terms to describe what they were doing, the directions they pursued were widely different. Brook wrote of an 'Empty Stage' and a Theatre of Roots', Grotowski of a'Poor Theatre' and a 'Theatre of Sources'. Yet where Brook's interest was in discovering mythological archetypes, and led towards spectacle, Grotowski's quest was spiritual therapy. His emphasis was on ritual forms (instead of mythical material) that became an exclusive focus on drama as 'process' (in place of 'product') and resulted in his complete withdrawal


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Silver prices moved down by 0.30 per cent to Rs 44,911 per kg in futures trade today as speculators partially offloaded positions amid a weak global trend.
At the Multi Commodity Exchange, silver for delivery in September shed Rs 137, or 0.30 per cent, to Rs 44,911 per kg in a business turnover of 194 lots.
Similarly, the white metal for delivery in December declined by Rs 234, or 0.29 per cent, to Rs 45,750 per kg in nine lots.
Market analysts said speculators trimmed positions in tandem with a weak global trend as the outlook for higher borrowing costs in the US strengthened the dollar, reducing appeal for the precious metals as a safe-haven, weighed on silver futures here.
Meanwhile, silver fell 0.50 per cent to USD 21.05 an ounce in Singapore today.

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Michael Jackson's Funeral And Final Resting PlaceSassy Smith
Will Michael Jackson ever be laid to rest? With many questions still unanswered surrounding his untimely death, and the family wanting to know exactly what happened, the funeral and burial plans are still sketchy.
*Update* A public service has been confirmed:
The service will take place on Tuesday, July 7 at 10 a.m. at the Staples Center.
The program also will be simulcast at LA's nearby Nokia Theatre.
According to E!:
E! News has exclusively learned that the King of Pop's body is currently being held at the Hollywood Hills location of Forest Lawn Memorial Park and Mortuaries, where it is expected to ultimately be interred.
While a source told E! News that, as of this morning, Jackson's body was "in the freezer" at the Forest Lawn mortuary, no official decision has yet been made on his burial. While the location is believed to be the most feasible for the family, the Jacksons are still weighing their options on potential sites.
A Los Angeles Police Department spokeswoman has confirmed that the Jackson family met with LAPD and California Highway Patrol representatives Tuesday afternoon to discuss possible funeral scenarios.
The involvement of the LAPD would be needed to handle the inevitable crush of mourners at a public memorial, or to augment the CHP as Jackson's body is transported.
The Jackson family itself was floating the idea of holding a public ceremony at L.A.'s Staples Center, per the Los Angeles Times, with a procession from there to Neverland Ranch for a private funeral for friends, family and music industry heavies.
However, Michael Roth, a spokesman for AEG, which owns the venue, told E! News this morning that the arena has not yet been booked for any Jackson-related event.
"Nothing is scheduled at Staples at this time," he said.
The family has not announced a timetable for any memorial, though sources have suggested it could occur Friday.
The Jackson family issued a statement regarding the reports of a Neverland public viewing of Michael's body, but that is not something they have planned at this time.
Let's hope the Jacksons get the answers they want and need so they can lay Michael to rest. It must be so hard on his three children, not being to able to say their goodbyes properly until everything is settled.
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H-alpha image of the well-known objects M81 and M82, a pair of interacting galaxies at redshift z=0.0 (less than 10 million light years away -- almost our back yard), taken with the KPNO Burrell-Schmidt telescope.
I-band image of a pair of interacting galaxies at redshift z=0.408 (about 4 billion light years away), taken at the 10-meter Keck telescope. Click here to see a spectrum.
Spectrum of the Coup Fourre galaxy, a Lyman-alpha galaxy at z=2.3 (about 12 billion light years away), from the Multiple Mirror Telescope.
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Subject: Re: [OMPI devel] MPI_Accumulate() with MPI_PROC_NULL target rank
From: Brian W. Barrett (brbarret_at_[hidden])
Date: 2009-07-15 18:08:47
On Wed, 15 Jul 2009, Lisandro Dalcin wrote:
> The MPI 2-1 standard says:
> "MPI_PROC_NULL is a valid target rank in the MPI RMA calls
> MPI_ACCUMULATE, MPI_GET, and MPI_PUT. The effect is the same as for
> MPI_PROC_NULL in MPI point-to-point communication. After any RMA
> operation with rank MPI_PROC_NULL, it is still necessary to finish the
> RMA epoch with the synchronization method that started the epoch."
> Unfortunately, MPI_Accumulate() is not quite the same as
> point-to-point, as a reduction is involved. Suppose you make this call
> (let me abuse and use keyword arguments):
> MPI_Accumulate(..., target_rank=MPI_PROC_NULL,
> target_datatype=MPI_BYTE, op=MPI_SUM, ...)
> IIUC, the call fails (with MPI_ERR_OP) in Open MPI because MPI_BYTE is
> an invalid datatype for MPI_SUM.
> But provided that the target rank is MPI_PROC_NULL, would it make
> sense for the call to success?
I believe no. We do full argument error checking (that you provided a
valid communicator and datatype) on send, receive, put, and get when the
source/dest is MPI_PROC_NULL. Therefore, I think it's logical that we
extend that to include valid operations for accumulate.


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Open Video Chat for One Laptop Per Child Emerges from Red Hat and Rochester Institute of Technology Partnership
"Red Hat congratulates Justin Lewis, Fran Rogers, Taylor Rose and the entire open source community at RIT on their work to harness the power of open source in the classroom and apply it to the world around them to effect positive change," said Jim Whitehurst, president and CEO, Red Hat.
Red Hat announced today its partnership with the Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) as three students—Justin Lewis, Fran Rogers and Taylor Rose— from RIT (RIT student team) are using open source technology to help improve the lives of hearing impaired children in developing countries.
The RIT student team developed a proof of concept for Open Video Chat for the One Laptop Per Child (OLPC) XO laptop. This student team created an XO-based open source prototype video chat package able to produce the quality of video required for smooth, signed communication previously unavailable on the XO. The Open Video Chat on XO has the potential to greatly impact children living in poor and developing countries with limited access to quality education and who are facing a physical handicap in an environment where the financial resources aren't available to purchase tools to assist with their disability.
Justin Lewis, Fran Rogers and Taylor Rose attended a Red Hat sponsored POSSE (Profesors' Open Source Summer Experience) workshop last summer. It was through this workshop where students polished their open source skills that enabled the the Open Video Chat project to emerge from a partnership between RIT's National Technical Institute for the Deaf's Center on Access Technology (NTID) and FOSS@RIT.
More information on this the Open Video Chat project and Red Hat's Partnership with RIT can be found in the press release.
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From: Arif Ali (aali_at_[hidden])
Date: 2007-01-18 15:53:54
Hi List,
1. We have
* 2xBladecenter H
* 2xCisco Infiniband Switch Modules
* 1xCisco Infiniband Switch
* 16x PPC64 JS21 blades each are 4 cores, with Cisco HCA
* OFED 1.1 w. OpenMPI 1.1.1
I am running the Intel MPI Benchmark (IMB) on the cluster as a part of
validation process for the customer.
I have tried the OpenMPI that comes with OFED 1.1, which gave spurious
"Not Enough Memory" error messages, after looking through FAQs (with the
help of Cisco) I was able to find the problems and fixes. I used the
FAQs to add unlimited soft and hard limits for memlock, turned RDMA off
by using "--mca btl_openib_flags 1". This still did not work, and still
got the Memory problems.
I tried the nightly snapshot of OpenMPI-1.2b4r13137, which failed miserably.
I then tried the released version of the OpenMPI-1.2b3, which got me
further than before. Now the benchmark goes through all the tests until
Allgatherv finishes, and it seems that it is waiting to start AlltoAll,
I have waited about 12 hours to see if this continues. I have since then
managed to run AlltoAll, and the rest of the benchmark separately.
I have tried a few tunable paramaters, that was suggested by Cisco,
which improved the results, but still hung. The parameters that I have
used to try and diagnose are below. I used the debug/verbose variables
to see if I could see if I could get error messages on the running of
the benchmark.
2. On another side note, I am having similar problems on another
customer's cluster, where the benchmark hangs but at a different place
each time.
HW specs
* 12x IBM 3455 2xdual Core machines, with Infinipath/pathscale HCAs
* 1x Voltaire Switch
* master: RHEL 4 AS U3
* compute: RHEL 4 WS U3
* OFED 1.1.1 w. OpenMPI-1.1.2
A) In this case, I have also had errors, which I was able to turn off by
adding btl_openib_warn_no_hca_params_found to 0, but wasn't sure if this
was the right thing to do.
WARNING: No HCA parameters were found for the HCA that Open MPI
Hostname: node004
HCA vendor ID: 0x1fc1
HCA vendor part ID: 13
Default HCA parameters will be used, which may result in lower
performance. You can edit any of the files specified by the
btl_openib_hca_param_files MCA parameter to set values for your HCA.
NOTE: You can turn off this warning by setting the MCA parameter
btl_openib_warn_no_hca_params_found to 0.
b) The runs on this machine would also hang, so I tried to remove all
the unnecessary daemons, to see if that would improve it. In this case,
in 75% of the tim, it would runn longer until AlltoAll put would hang
there, or otherwise it would hang at various other places. At times I
also errors regarding retry count and timeout, for both which I
increased to 14 and 20 respectively, I tried similar steps to the PPC
cluster to fix the problem of freezing but had no luck. Below are all
the parameters that I have used in this case
I hope I have included all the info, if there is anything else required,
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IRVING, Texas- Fifteen members of the Iowa State Football team have been named to the 2013 Academic All-Big 12 Conference teams, announced today by the Big 12 Conference.
Senior Kyle Lichtenberg, a native of Bettendorf, Iowa, made a Big 12 Academic All-Big 12 team for the fourth time in his career and Wes Boyer, a senior from Cedar Falls, Iowa, earned academic All-Big 12 honors for the third time.
Iowa State players joining the first team for the first time are Daniel Burton, a redshirt freshman from Oklahoma City, Okla., Jacob Gannon, a junior from Iowa City, Iowa, Luke Knott, a redshirt freshman from Lee's Summit, Mo., Jamison Lalk, a sophomore from Council Bluffs, Iowa, Mitchell Meyers, a redshirt freshman supply from The Woodlands, Texas, Kane Seeley, a redshirt freshman from Perry, Iowa and Jeff Woody, a senior from Pleasant Hill, Iowa.
Cyclones earning second-team recognition were Dondre Daley, a redshirt freshman from Tarpon Springs, Fla., Nick Kron, a sophomore from Clive, Iowa, Cole Netten, a redshirt freshman from Ankeny, Iowa, Sam B. Richardson, a sophomore from Winter Park, Fla., Charlie Rogers, a redshirt freshman from Iowa City, Iowa and James White, senior from Dallas, Texas.
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How to Hard Reset Microsoft Surface RT?
Microsoft Surface RT Specifications and Features
Microsoft Surface RT sports a large 10.6" TFT capacitive touchscreen which is equipped with Multitouch support up to 5 fingers, ClearType technology, Accelerometer sensor, Gyroscope, and Compass sensor. The screen has 1366 x 768 pixels resolution, which means you will be able to watch HD video on this screen. As reflected from its name, this tablet runs Microsoft Windows RT Operating System. To run the system and other apps it relies on a Quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A9 processor which works together with ULP GeForce GPU and 2 GB RAM.
The Surface RT offers 32/64 GB built-in storage (optional) and supports memory card up to 64 GB. You will have a lot of space to store your data and multimedia files. The connectivity features comprise of: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct (dual-band); USB v2.0, USB Host support; and Bluetooth v4.0 with A2DP. Two 720p HD LifeCams are attached on the back and the front side of the phone. The cameras are equipped with Geo-tagging and video recording capability (720p).
Other features that you can find in this tablet are: Built-in kickstand which helps you get the best viewing angle; Touch Cover which acts as both a screen cover and a physical keyboard; Email; Push Email; Instant Messaging; Internet browser; SNS integration; TV-out; Active noise cancellation with dedicated mic; MP4/DivX/Xvid/H.264/H.263 player; MP3/WAV/eAAC+ player; Organizer; Image viewer/editor; Document editor/viewer (Office 2013, Office 2007, Office 2003, PDF); Bing Search, Maps, SkyDrive; Predictive text input; and more.
Dimensions: 274.6 x 172 x 9.4 mm (10.81 x 6.77 x 0.37 in)
Weight: 680.4 g (1.50 lb)
How to Hard Reset Microsoft Surface RT?
You can hard reset your Microsoft Surface RT to restore the default factory settings, remove everything and reinstall Windows. Warning: All your personal files will be deleted and your settings will be reset. Be sure to back up all of your files before proceeding. Apps that came with your Surface will be automatically reinstalled, but you'll need to reinstall your other apps using the steps below. To hard reset your Surface:
- Open the Settings charm, then tap Change PC settings.
- Tap or click General.
- Under Remove everything and reinstall Windows, tap or click Get started, and then follow the on-screen instructions.
Note You'll be asked whether you want to erase data quickly or thoroughly. If you choose to quickly erase data, some data might be recoverable using special software (not included with Surface). If you choose to thoroughly erase data, the process will take longer but recovering data is far less likely. After your Surface is reset, you'll need to reinstall your Windows Store apps.


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I use my phone for lots of things. I use it mainly to replace my tablet – I can e-mail, take and edit photos, and do almost everything I can do on a laptop with this phone. And I am sure that there are many of you out there just like me. I personally have a Galaxy S3, which uses the Android operating system, and I have decided to feature it as the third installment of my Technology Tips and Tricks series.
Access your most-called contacts easily from your home screen by holding your finger on any empty spot on the home screen. A menu will pop up that allows you to choose Shortcuts, and Contact. You can scroll through your contact list and then just tap on the name of the person you want to be able to dial with a single click.
Yes, we all should keep a close eye on our data usage, because it is very easy to go over our limits and then end up with a giant bill at the end of the month. Never get surprised when you open that mobile phone envelope again. Go to Settings, then Data Usage, and you can find a quick rundown of your usage, how much data each app uses, and you can even set alarms to let you know when you are nearing the limits. Better yet, you can set the phone to stop using data when it reaches a certain limit.
We often hear proclamations about the downfall of written language, and how texting abbreviations, misspellings, and lack of punctuation are the root of all evil. Well, we can show all those doomsdayers that all is not lost by bringing punctuation back to texting. Usually we leave it off when we text because it takes too long to get to the screen with all the punctuation options. But now you can hold down the period (or "full stop") button and a list of all the commonly-used punctuation marks will pop right up.
And finally, I cannot end an article about smart phones without including a list of my favorite apps. Here are a list of my Top 10 Applications on my Android (not counting social media apps).
I have not included any social media applications in the above list, but you can be sure that I am linked to Twitter, Facebook, Google+, LinkedIn, and YouTube.
Reference: Pinal Dave (http://blog.SQLAuthority.com)
Please do not use task killers. There are a numerous sites explaining why, this is just the first I found.
as well as
Please note this article is two years old already. The
This is an old topic that has been argued into the ground. Barring the early versions of Android (Froyo and older), there is no good reason to use a task killer.
Here are some of my favourites apps excluding the social media ones.
1- BubbleUPnP – Let me stream my music directly from my NAS drive to my Nexus One or gTablet
2- Dolphin Browser – Definitely the best Android browser out there
3- ES File Explorer – Probably the best file manager I've ever tried
4- Google Authenticator – Generates 2-step verification codes on your phone.
5- Super Keyboard – Better keyboard replacement/alternative for android
These tips are great. Thanks a lot. Waiting for more.
Just a quick one.. on the GS3 you don't need the task killer. Just hold down the home button at the bottom and swipe the apps to close them..It may not be available until you upgrade to the current 4.0.1


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Using "Social Proof" to Sell Sustainability
May 11, 2011
The principle of 'social proof' suggests that when deciding how to behave in an uncertain situation, most people simply copy the behavior of others around them. For advocates, social proof of sustainability is abundant. But how can we possibly deliver convincing 'social proof' for the urgency of sustainable behavior among a mass of mainstream folks who, as of yet, have very few socially similar role models? Applied Empathy.
One of the most reliable discoveries from decades of social psychology research has been the principle of 'social proof'. Basically, this principle suggests that when deciding how to behave in an uncertain situation most people simply copy the behavior of other people around them. Or to put it in slightly stuffier words:
When confronted with a situation in which the proper behavioral response is unclear, a person's most potent behavioral clues will come from the observed behavior of similar others.
This discovery has been lurking within social psychology text books for decades, but has never been more relevant than today – especially for those of us who hope to help inspire a more sustainable brand of capitalism in today's uncertain economy.
PROBLEM: The social innovator's dilemma
For advocates, social proof of sustainability is abundant. We read books and articles about sustainability. We attend conferences on the subject. We even sometimes force ourselves to watch gut-churning documentaries about melting ice caps, drowning polar bears and the like. Through all of these experiences we are constantly bombarded with images of admirable folks who model sustainable behavior in uncertain situations.
Learn more about applied empathy from John by attending his workshop, Inspiring Sustainability in Skeptics, at Sustainable Brands '11 this June 7-10 in Monterey, CA!
But, let's face it: for the vast majority of the mainstream public, such 'social proof' for sustainability is sorely lacking. In today's information-saturated world of shiny flat screen TV's, social media mash-ups, and smart phone apps, we are constantly bombarded with an infinity of choices for how to spend the currency of our limited time and attention. As such, our subjective day-to-day experience of the world, is shaped by millions of (mostly unconscious, habitual) choices…and for the uninitiated, these choices have little or nothing to do with sustainability.
And here we find the real crux of the problem, that insidious question which every aspiring change agent must eventually confront:
How can we possibly deliver convincing 'social proof' for the urgency of sustainable behavior among a mass of mainstream folks who, as of yet, have very few socially similar role models ?
The math appears grim. If 90% of mainstream folks still take their behavior cues from the actions of others around them – 90% of whom aren't yet really that concerned with the larger environmental impact of their everyday choices -- then how will the sustainability movement ever grow beyond us odd, innovation-loving, early-adopter 10%?
It's one of those chicken-or-egg paradoxes that can leave one's mind in a pretzel, and one's gut grumbling for a stiff Martini.
SOLUTION: Applied empathy and the "social proof 6-step"
If a lack of social proof is the problem, then applied empathy is the solution. When we take time to really step into our audience's shoes, we start to get a deeper feel for the values, attitudes and beliefs that underlie their everyday choices. And, if we stick with it long enough, we might even approach that mysterious realm of true human understanding, ripe with the penetrating insights into how to give our audience exactly the right 'social proof' they will need to validate their innate desire to do good.
Each communication challenge is unique, but the basic "Social Proof" discovery process that I use to help clients inspire behavior change involves the following 6 steps:
Step 1: Clearly define the target behaviors and determine target audience baseline
"Save the world" is not a clear, actionable behavioral goal. What specific behaviors—or constellations of behaviors-- are you targeting? What audience are you strategically targeting to inspire these particular behaviors? How often do they currently engage in these behaviors? This step may seem simple and obvious, but I've been mystified by how often smart, educated people overlook the obvious. Clearly defining our behavioral goals is an essential first step, and the only way we'll be able to later assess whether or not our 'social proof' campaign has been a success.
Step 2: Take time to find out where your audience lives
No, not just their street address. But where do they 'live' in the every dimension of the word: materially, mentally and spiritually. Through in-depth interviews and/or savvy psychometric surveys, your next goal must be to really get to know your audience at a deep level – to discern both the daily habits that guide their current decision making, as well as the larger psycho-spiritual context in which those habits reside (aka their 'worldview'). Once you've done this, a clear pattern will emerge which helps you truly understand your audience's POV, and the distinct psycho -spiritual needs that drive their everyday sense-making.
Step 3: Discover their preferred 'cues' for determining social proof
Now that you understand your audience, step into their shoes and ask yourself: "In this situational context, what specific social cues or 'proof' would I need in order to see making those targeted behaviors occur as both desirable and appropriate?"
If you've done the hard work of step 2, it should be very clear that your audience will be attracted to certain forms of social information over others. For example, some audiences will crave the comfort and security of an establishment expert; others will view such credentials as cause for suspicion. Some audiences will be skeptical of anyone who wears a suit and tie; others will find in these garments a pleasant subconscious resonance with their own material aspirations and dreams. Some audiences will see self-deprecating humor as a sign endearing humility; others will see it as evidence of lack of gravitas.
Each audience has a unique way of assessing their environment. In Step 3, we step into the shoes of our particular audience and let them tell us the exact type of 'social proof' they will require.
Step 4: Turn audience insights into behavior change strategies
Now we're cooking. You've got the two essential ingredients: clear behavioral goals and penetrating social proof. It's time to build a sturdy strategic bridge between the two. The working question here is this: How can the insights uncovered in Step 3 be used to inspire the behaviors outlined in Step 1?, if you've done your job right, the insights from Step 3 will naturally start to percolate new, innovative strategies for engaging your target group. Messaging strategies, design aesthetics, media formats, distribution platforms—each of these elements will start to come into clear focus. Why? Because you've built your behavior change campaign from the inside out, based upon a deep, empathy-based understanding of what makes your target audience tick.
Step 5: Create and deliver social proof
With the deeper questions answered and the proper strategic blueprint in place, it's now time to create and implement your behavior-changing social proof campaign. Because you've done so much work up-front, you should find this process to run rather smoothly and effortlessly. (Creative blocks at this stage usually arise because the proper insights and strategies have not yet been adequately unearthed.)
Step 6: Measure, Revise, Repeat.
How did it go? Make it a habit to assess behavior change in your target audiences. Determine trends and impact. This step is critical for two main reasons: First, it will provide valuable feedback to help you learn from your successes and revise your strategies as needed. Second, it will provide quantifiable evidence that you are doing your job well – which becomes valuable social proof for other aspiring change agents everywhere. (Never underestimate the cynicism-destroying potential of hard data.)
CONCLUSION: The social proof is in the pudding
If you are like me, you've sometimes been frustrated by the 'herd' mentality that seems to keep everyday people from taking action towards causes that matter. Fortunately, with the right social psychology at our fingertips we can start to leverage that same herd mentality to nudge people from their slumber and give them a renewed sense of social purpose. The principle of social proof, if properly applied, will help us offer others the precise permission they crave to shed the shackles of conformity and embrace a more sustainable status quo.
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So here's my story, I'm 37 and up until 7 years ago I had been an avid rider, but I've always been a big guy. In grammar school I had been lusting after a bikes like GT Pro-Performers and Mongoose Experts but being that I was almost 6' tall in the 6th grade my father opted to get me a Ross Mt Washington instead and I've been hooked on mountain bikes ever since.
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On-Again, Off-Again: My Relationship With Food
Saturday, April 14, 2012
Ah yes, today came (one of) my biggest problems with food. Basically, I eat when I'm bored, and I don't when I'm busy.
Today I was working on a crazy long paper for one of my classes. I worked at the coffee shop on campus from 9:30-2:30, and it was pretty dead, so I was getting a lot of work done. For breakfast I had an Americano with heavy cream, 2 Hormel Pepperoni Stix, and a string cheese. So far, so good. Then I started in on drinking water, and settled in to work on my paper. And worked and worked and worked. Before I knew it, it was 6:00, and I hadn't had anything else to eat all day. So I headed for the store to pick up some salad mix and whatnot, and it was close to 7:00 before I actually sat down and ate. By then I was starving.
This is in direct opposition to last weekend when I was home for Easter. I was bored and there was food/baked goods/candy everywhere, and I ate it all the time. Like I said, I was bored. And it was there.
I need to figure out a better solution to this. Not just to the "eating all the time" part, also the "forgetting to eat" part. I'm not sure what the answer is - it's not that I'm hungry and I just ignore it. I literally don't feel hungry, so I don't think to stop and eat.
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A lot of people who eat lower carb foods find that their appetites are nothing like they used to be and worry whether they should still eat at regular fixed mealtimes or wait until they're actually hungry. I'm not sure if either answer is correct for every person every time. Sometime your body just tells you to eat more, and as long as it's on plan, you probably should. But if you're truly not hungry - rejoice!
Always make sure you're hydrated too. I find that some of my "boredom" eating is actually thirst masquerading as hunger.
Good going!
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YES! It is tough. Tonight I will work from 6pm-6am. I sit in a control room for about 7 of those hours alone. What I tend to do is eat to stay awake. What I am trying to do is to pack my food to bring with me so that I don't over eat. I also try to keep snacks, even something as simple as a Kashi bar around to fend off the desire to eat something worse. It is really hard though and I understand. Some days I am not so great.
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I hear you loud and clear!!! Boredom sets me up for failure all the time . . . . and when I'm super busy, I also forget about food. Talk about complete opposites - lol!!
The best advice I can give you is to measure and bag some healthy snacks -- like nuts, crackers, fruit, veggies, anything that you like to munch on. This way you can grab one or two on your way out the door to have when you're at school. It will help limit temptations. They're also good to have around the house when you realize that you haven't eaten and are now starving. This way you can stop the hunger pangs while preparing dinner -- and you won't eat too much of the wrong foods and go over your calories for the day.
Hope that helps!
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Yes! I'm right there with you. With the Easter holiday and lots of food all around I ate and ate and ate...even in the evenings and I've broken my habit of eating after dinner. Have to wean myself back again. I too notice if it's slow at work I look for something to eat...boredom...and if we're busy the day flies by and I haven't had cravings for something to eat all day.
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Is it their superior frame welds? The accurate shifting? The attention to detail? I just don't understand how they can offer so much bike for so few dollars!
I'm too cheap to afford one, so I thought I start a thread questioning their mark-up and whether it's worth the "hype". Then this thread will spiral out of control as the elites who rock Huffys pour icy disdain over the unwashed masses. You're welcome!


text: Fondue party entertaining tips, recipes, and invites Add some retro appeal to your celebrations with a fondue party. Fun and interactive, a fondue will suit any palate and is easy on the cook! By Christine Picheca 2011-12-29 00:00:00 Heading out for a special evening can be more of a hassle than it's worth. Hard to find babysitters, expensive drinks, no cabs and overcrowded venues can turn a special night out into a bore. A smaller gathering at home can be a fun, stress free evening on your own terms. A great way to do it is with a fondue party. Fondue has that fun retro appeal that is perfect for a party atmosphere; and having your guest participate in the cooking makes things easy on the host. How to set up your fondue table If you are entertaining more than six people, set up a couple of pots so no one has to reach too far. At each place setting include plates to set hot food on and forks for eating, keep fondue forks that are going into the communal pot for dipping only! Set out small vessels for dipping sauces to complete the place setting. What stock for which meats and veggies Try a few different fondues varieties for fun; red wine and beef stock are great for thinly sliced beef tenderloin and button mushrooms; chicken stock works for chicken, shrimp, or thinly sliced fillets of salmon and for vegetarians try a mushroom stock with tofu and broccoli, and of course there is the classic cheese fondue that appeals to just about everyone! Use your imagination when picking items for dipping, include a good selection and make your tray bright and colourful with vegetables. Since all of the food is cooked together, make sure you ask your guest about any food allergies, you can always have two types of fondue to accommodate everyone. Assembly is everything A fondue party is more about assembling ingredients than it is about cooking. Make sure the meat and vegetables you choose are fresh for great visual appeal and food safety. To keep things really easy, entertaining guru Ryan Jennings (www.cookingwithbooze.com) suggests buying good quality pre-made sauces to cut down on work the day of your party. He recommends cocktail sauce, béarnaise and Dijonnaise for wide appeal. Drinks: Champagne of course! For a night like New Year's Eve, and with a smaller crowd you can afford to drink the good stuff all night. Champagne is actually an excellent choice for a cheese fondue; the acidity will cut the richness of the cheese. If you are going with a beef fondue you may want to offer a medium-bodied red wine. If you have an Asian-themed fondue, try serving cold sake. Page 1 of 2 -- Find great starters, sides and desserts for your fondue party, plus downloadable party invites on page 2 1 2


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A superb getaway for up to four people, these Cabins offer lighting and power, a bar fridge, ceiling fans and a gas cooker. Shared ablution facilities are a short stroll away, and a table and chairs are provided. Either one double two single beds or four single beds, crocery/cutlery linen is provided.
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In Praise of the Beer Bar
Any old bar can pour you a pint. Where do serious beer lovers settle in among their tribe?
Any old bar can pour you a pint. Where do serious beer lovers settle in among their tribe?
In a Lisbon Falls basement, retired cobbler Walter Parker keeps the old ways alive.
Summer is unarguably the best time of year to drink beer — at picnics and ballgames, on boats and at barbecues, at sunny, seaside beer gardens. Whatever the setting, these five brews are eminently quaffable.
Long known for its car culture, South Portland is reclaiming neighborhoods where residents prize getting around on foot.
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Maine's craft beer scene enables full-throttle entrepreneurship. Get a behind the scenes look at our photo shoot at Allagash Brewing Company with some of the personalities of the Maine beer world.
Transformit's colorful fabric structures create dazzling settings for institutions and special events worldwide.
Fifty years ago, the "phantom punch" gave Lewiston a black eye. How boxing's most infamous fight inspired a Portland trainer's hall-of-fame career.
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Sussex Tech senior Sarah Timmons is crowned Miss Sussex County
Sussex Technical High School senior Sarah Timmons was crowned Miss Sussex County 2013 Nov. 10. The honor qualifies her to compete in the 2013 Miss Delaware pageant next June. This was Sarah's second pageant competition. She became involved in pageants after participating in the Distinguished Young Women's scholarship program this past summer.
In the Miss Sussex County pageant, Timmons performed a jazz dance routine in the talent division. She has been dancing for 12 years. When asked what qualities represent Miss Sussex County, Sarah responded that "the young lady should reflect what the four points of the Miss America crown stand for - scholarship, success, style and service."
Timmons will spend the next year representing Sussex County at community parades and events. Her platform is Habitat for Humanity for which she advocates that everyone should have a home.
Timmons' technical area at Sussex Tech is media broadcasting. She is a football and winter cheerleader for the Ravens, and has participated in the school's drama production of "Hairspray." Sarah has asked Sussex Tech Spanish teacher Shaila Gillis, who is a former Miss Delaware pageant contestant, to be her mentor and coach.
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I drink wine (about a bottle) every day and i started to have lower back pain, is that somehow related to liver problems.
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I would not necessarily correlate back pain with liver problems. However, a bottle of day will certainly lead to severe scarring of your liver in time.You will need to discuss with your physician.
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If I had to list the most tiresome parts of travelling, packing would be up there in my top 10. No matter how big the bag, there's always more stuff than space so I'm always open to some packing efficiency tips. For this post, brought to you with support from Holiday Inn Express, I've been finding out what their suitcase czar suggests, and getting the kids to see if they can make his tips work for us…
Meet the packing efficiency engineer
So Holiday Inn Express has appointed Dave Hax as their first ever 'Efficiency Engineer.' His job? To consult on services and facilities. And to revolutionise the way people pack their suitcases. Really? We just had to check this out. Packing for our outings and expeditions is about as much fun as a waterlogged camp site so we are so open to any ideas that ease the pain.
The 2 second shirt folding challenge
And yes, his top tips and life hacks solve the problems of fitting everything in without spillages, breakages, or half the holiday wardrobe being left…well, in the wardrobe…
Our turn
We were impressed. So impressed that we decided to make a little video of our own, trying out some of Dave' tips. And as luck would have it, we had to put together a bag for a half term camping trip in The Lakes. But we don't possess a suitcase. Or a business suit. And Stuart hasn't shaved much on holiday since he discovered the Latino look on our cycle trip of Chile and Argentina in 1999. So our pack went a little differently…
If you're wondering why we needed seventeen cables to go camping then you've probably never travelled with teenagers! Ok, so we need to practice the disappearing shirt trick a bit more and make sure someone empties the coffee cup next time, but it was definitely faster and more efficient than before!
10 Hacking the Packing Tips for an Outdoor Trip
And then we got to thinking; we have lots of tips of our own we could share with you, particularly about packing for long bike or walking journeys. So here they are. We'd love to hear yours in the comments.
1. Keep electronics away from food and drink for obvious reasons. But use cheap plastic food boxes for both. It protects the fragile stuff and stops leakages.
2. A box of self sealing sandwich bags are really useful. At airports use them to put your liquids in to go through check in. On campsites use them to store food so animals don't smell it.
3. Baby wipes are essential. We don't have a baby but we do have wipes. They're particularly good for giving the tent a clean in the morning, wiping away fluff, feathers, leaves and crumbs.
4. If you want to invest in a bag for family adventure, splash out on a Vaude or another brand that makes tough waterproof sacks that you can bungee to a bike, sling into a canoe or carry on your back.
5. If you get caught out in the rain, a roll of binbags can work as coats.The teenagers will hate you but they'll stay dry.
6. If you don't have waterproof socks, and it's likely to rain all day, line your shoes with supermarket shopping bags. Or for babies use the little clear sandwich bags we mentioned earlier.
7. If weight is an issue, save those little shampoo bottle from hotels and fill them with washing up liquid, baby oil etc.
8. Supermarket dish cloths make great face cloths if the weather is hot and you need cooling down. Don't use the dishcloths first though!
9. Share bowls and cutlery and stagger dinner.
10. Take one bath towel and share it. Take a tea towel instead of a bath towel for drying the tent before you put it away. Less moisture means less weight.
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For more useful packing tips, especially on helping kids to pack light and right, check out this post in which our own packing efficiency engineer looks (with horror) inside his sister's suitcase and then gives her a lesson in what and how to pack right.
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I would agree with you that the terms of the sales contract control.If the buyer has no out concerning park approval then they are in breach of the contract if they do not close on time.
You may need a local lawyer to file such a suit or threaten such a lawsuit.If they bought this without any language about park approval then you are correct that it would be their problem under Connecticut law as a breach of the sales contract.
So I should contact a Real Estate or Contract attorney on my behalf? It is a STICKY situation adding that the Realtor represents both me AND the buyer
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I would use a real estate lawyer.You would advise them that if they do not close you intend to sue for breach of contract.I will get you lawyer referral here..
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You were smart here to get a signed sales contract as it protects you in all of this.
I wish you the best in resolving it or a suit of you have too.
I am in New Haven County/near Middlesex county though do you have any referring council in those counties? I am in Wallingford 06492 near Meriden 06450 ? Please
I am sorry I didn't see the ones listed above
Thank you!
Your answer solidified my position.
The Hartford one above covers Middlesex County too.
lastly, can I have the buyer pay the legal fees for his breach of contract?
Here is reference about possible damages you can claim in such a suit.And yes your lawyer would seek legal fees here too.
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Polk-a-Dot Drive In
The Polk-a-Dot Drive In was founded over 50 years ago has become one of the most memorable attractions along Illinois Route 66. Stop in and see the collection of memorabilia and enjoy a great meal.
Haunted Trails Restaurant & Entertainment Park
Perfect setting to raise your spirits! 14 acre park offers 3 go kart tracks, two 18-hole mini golf courses, batting cages, laser tag arena, rides, 100+ games, restaurant w/ private dining room plus private 5 acre picnic grove for company picnics and groups up to 2,000.
Fox Valley Winery
Welcome to one of Illinois' premier boutique wineries! Just west of Chicago, in the Fox River Valley, you have the chance to experience truly unique, fine wines of Illinois! Whether you prefer red, white, dry or sweet, you'll find the perfect wine for your palate at Fox Valley Winery. So spend a little time with them at their beautiful Fox River Valley location. Sample their wines and judge for yourself.
Prairie Lakes Country Club & Inn
Prairie Lakes offers a 9 hole golf course and a full service restaurant and hotel. Hotel and Golf packages available and banquet facilities. Golf opens daily at 7:00am and the restaurant is open 11:00am - 10:00pm daily. Call for seasonal hours.
A Joliet staple for more than 30 years, this LGBT bar features dancing to live DJs on Friday and Saturday nights, Maneuvers Diva's Den drag shows and live entertainment.
Downtown Joliet
Downtown Joliet is experiencing an exciting resurgence in entertainment options and business opportunities. Downtown Joliet serves as the city's main municipal center.
Jacob Henry Mansion Estate Dinner Theatre
Located on the Jacob Henry Mansion Estate, guests are greeted with our famous family hospitality, homemade meals and heartwarming musical productions. Lunch matinees and dinner shows are complimented by itineraries that include tours of our other historic properties, or excursions into Joliet's vibrant downtown. The Jacob Henry Mansion Estate Dinner Theatre welcomes groups with onsite motorcoach parking and handicap accessibilty.
Renaissance Center
The Renaissance Center is a restaurant and banquet facility. Open on Wednesday for themed lunch buffet and Friday night fine dining. Available for business meetings, corporate events, anniversary parties, weddings, banquets, showers and special events.
Al's Steakhouse
Serving Joliet and Communities for 50 years. Warm atmosphere specializing in char-broiled steaks & seafood. Superb Sunday brunch (regular menu available.) Friday night seafood buffet (regular menu available.) Extensive wine list. Private rooms for all occasions. Open Sun 10:00 AM, Mon-Sat 11:00 AM
The Reserve at Harrah's Joliet Casino
A steak this good is, well, rare. At our Steakhouse, The Reserve, you find sizzling new dining options like Trio Crusted Filet, in addition to spectacular steaks and pasta dishes. Pair them with a fine wine and savory side dish for a spectacular evening.
Club Cappuccino
A specialty coffee bar featuring fresh brewed signature coffees, cappuccinos and lattes as well as freshly baked pastries.
Jasmine's Confectionary
Penny candy, gourmet chocolates, candies, Jelly Bellys, soup, sandwiches, ice-cream, pop, coffee and cappuccino.
Inwood Park
Inwood Park is located southwest of Provena Saint Joseph Medical Center. The park has tennis courts, fitness trails, a playground and picnic area. Horseshoes and bocce ball are also on the grounds.
Union Station Buffet
Perfect choice for a variety of American and international dishes that are sure to please. At Harrah's Casino.
Public Landing Restaurant
Enjoy modern, regional American cuisine. Casual fine dining in the historic Gaylord Building (1838). Beautiful seasonal patio offering dog friendly dining. Open daily Tuesday - Sunday 11:00am. Closed on Mondays.
Cemeno's Pizza
Est. 1976, serving pizza, pasta and home made Italian dishes. Family owned and operated.
Market on Main Street
Friday nights will never be the same. Don't miss the all new Market on Main Street in historic downtown Oswego. There will be quality antiques, re-purposed finds, vintage treasures, handmade items, entertainment, food and more. The shops and restaurants in downtown Oswego will be open late as well. Held the last Friday of the months of July, August, and September.
Mosaic at Harrah's Joliet Casino
At Mosaic, choose from 85 irresistible American and Asian signature dishes. Don't forget to bring a friend for three course chef tasting menus starting at $20.
Cool Creations
Ice Cream parlor specializing in homemade hard ice creams, also homemade cookies, brownies, etc.
Bookie Magees Hideaway & OTB
Sports bar and state-of-the-art Off Track Betting facility. Offering simulcast wagering on thoroughbred and harness horse racing from Illinois and around the country. A great place to grab a bite to eat with over sixty televisions and comfortable seating. Open Sun - Thurs 11:00 AM - 10:30 PM & Fri - Sat 11:00AM - Midnight.
Bring the family to Merichka's Restaurant in Crest Hill, and try a signature menu item that area residents have loved for many years – the famous Poorboy steak sandwich, smothered in garlic butter on French bread. Stories abound of fans who move away, and upon returning to the area for a visit, head straight to Merichka's for a poorboy! Owned and operated by the Zdralevich family since 1933, the restaurant continues to serve its customers on traditional red-and-white-checked tablecloths in a casual setting. The affordable menu offers tasty onion rings and fried mushrooms, jumbo hamburgers, veggie burgers, steaks, chops and surf-and turf; fried chicken, crabmeat-stuffed shrimp, Canadian walleye pike, Atlantic wild salmon and much more. Top off your meal with a bottle of domestic or imported beer, wine by the glass, a soft drink, coffee or tea – and save room for one of Merichka's tasty desserts.
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Prairie Bluff Public Golf Club
Prairie Bluff is located on 237 acres of rolling terrain and is framed with prairie grass, which adds to the golf course's overall challenge and beauty for those who play here. With four sets of tees, 10 lakes and more than 40 bunkers, golfers of all skill levels will find a good challenge. At Prairie Bluff, you will enjoy our beautiful 10,000 square foot clubhouse that features a pro shop, banquet hall & bar. Beyond serving as a fabulous golf facility, Prairie Bluff is an ideal location for breakfast, lunch, dinner or cocktails. Prairie bluff's learning center offers a 10- acre driving range, short game area with bunker, putting green, private and group lessons. Let Prairie Bluff host your next golf outing!
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Bookie Magee's Hideaway
Sports bar and state-of-the-art Off Track Betting facility. Offering simulcast wagering on thoroughbred and harness horse racing from Illinois and around the country. A great place to grab a bite to eat with over sixty televisions and comfortable seating.
Tone's Dog House
Chicago style dogs. Italian beef, polish, hamburgers, Tom-Tom Tamales, appetizers and more. Eat inside or carryout.


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I'm currently studying Journalism at the University of Texas with a focus on print media. I've volunteered with the Music Panels crew at SXSW from 2009 to 2012 and have worked with the Electronic Media department since 2013.
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Im not a Rebulican, Im not a Democrat, Im just an American. Too bad we have polictical parties. I didn't vote for Obama, but Im glad he won the election. I fought in Vietnam, saw men, women and children vaporized right in front of me, and for what? Same thing in the Korean war, and and twice in Iraq, and now Afganistan, and for whats it all for? Squat!!!except to keep the war machine running.
The last war worth fighting was World War 2...now that was one war that needed to be fought and won, but us murdering a half million civilians from the A bombs
droped on Hiroshima and Nagasaki is a sin this country will carry till this empire we have falls as the rest have. Now that was then and this is now, but I want to tell you,
I never hated a president until Bush came into office. He took corruption to new levels. Obama has done more good for this country in 100 days than Bush did in 8 years of abuse of power. Yeah, he's black, he's a deomocrat, but you know what, he will go down in history as one of the best presidents this country has ever had. God bless Americans, and to hell with politricksters.
Did you actually read my post? What the hell are you referring to? Why are you so RACIST? No body brought up the fact that our President is black except you. You just don't get it! Who are you so mad at? Because of our Men & Woman in the Armed Forces and what they fight for people like you can voice your oppinon. You are so lucky. Think about it.
On the contrary, Im not at all racist. But there are racist out there that no matter what Obama does, they will always hate him. I should have been more polically correct and referred to him as a 'man of color' for candy asses like you. Im white, he's black, and thats a fact. So relax my friend and good will and on this Memorial Day weekend.