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Know it all with Tester Perfumes
Testers come in various sizes and forms of packing - some come with simple white or brown box with or without a cap and may be labelled "Tester". The quality of the perfumes themselves are not affected at all and are the same as the one in the retail fancy box. But the price is much lower. All our testers are sold unused, with the entire original quantity in the container. A great way to buy quality and a discounted price!
Q&A from Fragrantica users on Testers.
FAQs on Tester Perfumes
- Is it the same product?
Yes absolutely, without the testers the fragrance houses cannot promote the products, therefore it is 100% guarantee the same product.
- Are they the same quality & smell?
Yes, they are completely the same and of the same concentrate. Often a fragrance will only mature on your skin after 30 minutes and up to 1 hour.
- How do I know that it is a full bottle and it has not been sprayed?
The product is sealed at our warehouse and is checked for full content before shipping.
- Why do testers come in a brown/white box or unboxed?
That is the cheapest package to use, the product is not meant to be sold, hence the design of the box and sticker displaying tester.
- Can I buy testers from My Perfume Shop?
Yes, we have the biggest tester collection in Africa, often you will have saved up to 50% of the same perfume in a retail display box.
- What is the difference?
No difference in the product, however, cost effective Packaging (Plain cardboard box / Maybe no lid).
- Why Do they look different?
The boxes will often have a written text with "not for sale" the boxes are brown or white, the testers are in a less attractive packaged card box
- Why do some testers come without top lids?
Some testers have a lid and are boxed, it will not affect the perfume! But we do prefer to have testers with lid, our advice is that the saving must warrant if the tester has no lid. You are welcome to call us for more information on you preferred product specification.
- Is it legal to buy and sell perfume testers?
Yes, provided that the seller informs the buyer that it is a tester and sold as a tester.


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Out-of-this-World TV Service in Yucca Valley, CA with Time Warner Cable
You've probably figured out that Time Warner Cable is the telecommunications provider in Yucca Valley, CA. Are you part of the 94%, or 19,784 people, still watching TV on a regular screen in Yucca Valley? Or are you part of the remaining 6% who watch television each week on a combination of their smartphone, computer and tablet? Time Warner Cable has a bundle to accommodate whatever you desire, even if you're part of the 6%, in Yucca Valley, CA, who view 35 hours of television each week on a non-traditional screen.
Time Warner Cable has the programming package you are looking for, whether you love blockbuster movies, top-rated sports or even local TV shows. Who doesn't like advanced features and services with their television package? Time Warner Cable gives you TWC TV™, allowing you to watch TV and program your DVR directly from any of your wireless devices.

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Each year, the average American family receives a tax refund of about $3,000. Remember that's just an average. Some people will receive more than that and others less.
No matter how you look at, if you do receive the average tax refund of $3,000 you have an opportunity to improve your finances. You can start by reconsidering your tax withholding and filing a new W4 form so less money comes out of each paycheck you receive throughout the year. After all, that is your money and all you're doing is loaning it to the government interest free.
Now let's talk about some smart things you can do to make the most out of your tax return…
Pad Your Emergency Fund
The furnace dies on the coldest day of the year. Your daughter falls off the monkey bars and breaks her arm. Your dog eats an entire chocolate cake (including the plastic cake carrier it was stored in). Unexpected expenses like these happen to everyone at some point and if you're not prepared you're likely to go into debt trying to pay for them all.
The time to prepare for an emergency is before it happens. Consider using your tax refund to start or pad your emergency fund to cover the unexpected expenses that are bound to happen sooner or later. You'll want to keep the funds somewhere liquid like a high yield savings account at Ally. This way you'll be able to access it easily in an emergency while also earning some interest.
Pay Down Debt
If you have high interest credit card debt, one of the best moves you can make is to pay that debt down. Think about it…if you're being charged 19 percent interest on a credit card and you pay it off that's like earning 19 percent interest on your money. You'd have a hard time matching that return anywhere else.
Open a Roth IRA
If you've been meaning to start investing but can never seem to find money to invest, now is your chance. Take your tax return and open up a Roth IRA with a discount broker or a mutual fund company. Vanguard and Fidelity are both popular options that offer low-cost index funds which are perfect for the average investor.
Start an Investment Account
If you don't qualify for a Roth or if you prefer the more hands on approach, you can still open up an investment account with an online broker like Scottrade or Sharebuilder. Put your money into stocks, mutual funds, ETFs and more so you can start building wealth and increasing your net worth.
Make a Principal-Only Mortgage Payment
Your mortgage is likely the largest amount of debt you have. The interest rate should be pretty low, so it makes more sense to pay down high interest debt first. But if you have the cash to spare you can make an extra payment and have it applied entirely to principal. Get in the habit of doing that every year and you could pay off your mortgage years earlier than the typical 30 year term while saving tens of thousands of dollars.
Improve Yourself
I'm a big believer in lifetime learning and I'm always looking to learn a new skill. You can learn a lot for free just by reading if you take advantage of the internet and your local library. But there are times when free materials aren't enough or you need to take a class or two.
You can learn something just for fun (learning to speak Italian is on my to do list) or concentrate your efforts on learning something that will increase your earning power. For example, earning new certifications will make you more valuable and your employer may offer you a salary increase each time you complete one.
Start a College Fund
With tuition costs skyrocketing ever higher, it is never too early to start a college fund for your little ones. You can receive tax benefits if you stash money away in a 529 college savings plan. Money from a 529 plan can be used to pay for tuition, books, fees, supplies, and equipment required at any accredited college, university, or vocational school.
Do Something You've Been Putting Off
Maybe your roof has a few minor leaks or you have some dental work that you've been putting off because you never have the extra money put aside to do it. Now is the perfect time to take care of these types of things while you have the money in hand.
Build a Sustainable Backyard Garden
It never ceases to amaze me how much food my family of five goes through, and my kids are still little. I can't imagine what the food bills will be like when they're all teenagers!
Our new house has a nice corner that gets tons of sun so we're planning on building a little garden back there to grow some fruits and vegetables. We'll start small by growing some fresh basil, tomatoes and a few herbs. There's nothing fresher and more delicious than growing your own fruit and veggies and it can also save a ton of money.
Create a Memory
Studies show that people enjoy more enduring happiness from their experiences than their possessions. Splurging on a new flat screen TV might make you feel good for awhile but that happiness will fade rather quickly as you see newer models with screens that are bigger and clearer than your own.
On the other hand, experiences become a part of you. I still remember driving up to Niagara Falls with my then girlfriend (now wife of ten years) for our first vacation together. We took a day trip into Toronto and I enjoyed one of the most delicious burgers ever at a restaurant across the street from the Hockey Hall of Fame.
I also think back to our honeymoon in Aruba and I'm glad we were able to see and walk along the natural bridge before it collapsed. That is an experience I'll never forget and I can't put a price on it.
While many personal finance blogs would shocked and dismayed at the thought of actually spending your money on something fun, I prefer a more balanced approach. We can't just hoard all of our money and not have a little fun with it (within reason). So if you have some extra money and you want to create an experience to share with your family for years to come, I say go for it.
Help Someone in Need
As you stand with your tax refund money in hand wondering where to spend it all, take a moment to think of people less fortunate than yourself. There are a lot of people struggling in this world and even a small contribution can do a lot of good.
Here in New Jersey there are towns only 5 minutes from my house that were ravaged by Hurricane Sandy. We took a ride through some of the accessible neighborhoods and were left speechless by the devastation so close to home. We saw fence posts around what used to be someone's house but is now just an empty lot. Furniture, toys, and entire lives were destroyed and left sitting on the curb. It broke our hearts to see people suffer like this, so we're going to donate a portion of our tax return to help the victims of Hurricane Sandy.
How much did you get as a tax refund this year? What did you decide to do with it?


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Free Comic Book Day: John Stanley, Jim Shooter And The Last Airbender
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It's here! Saturday, May 1 is Free Comic Book Day! My favorite day of the year! Okay, not really my favorite day of the year, but any day you can get some free comics has to feel like an extra birthday, right? A lot of publishers are producing some great stuff to pick up, but here are the six that I'm most looking forward to:
Library of American Comics #0 (IDW)
Eisner Award-winning Editor Dean Mullaney is an old friend who does great archival work over at IDW. If he published Milton Caniff's old shopping lists I wouldn't be able to hit Amazon's "add to shopping cart" button fast enough. This special preview comic has 32 pages of excerpts from upcoming collections of Archie by Bob Montana, Secret Agent Corrigan by Al Williamson, Blondie by Chic Young, The Complete Bloom County Library by Berkeley Breathed, Rip Kirby by Alex Raymond, Polly and Her Pals by Cliff Sterrett, Dick Tracy by Chester Gould, and Little Orphan Annie by Harold Gray. This looks like a great introduction into some good old stuff.
Toy Story (Boom! Kids)
I'm biased here because I have kids and they love Sheriff Woody and Buzz Lightyear. With Toy Story 3 popping up this summer, BOOM Kids! is ready to hand out some all-new adventures by Jesse Blaze Snider and Nathan Watson. I'm in because I already get the regular comics and their other Pixar stuff, so I'm a little OCD about this.
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Toy Story 3D Midway Mania
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It's been a while since we have been to a Disney Park and notice that technology has come a long way. Their Toy Story Midway Mania is a 3-D gaming experience that was created with help from the Pixar folks. The attraction includes an animatronic Mr. Potato Head barker and a swiveling ride that takes you past a series of virtual games. Each of the five is based on a different Toy Story character. While you can't actually win anything, virtual prizes are awarded. A central PC-based gaming control is run by a computer farm that consist of about 150 computers, including one Windows XP PC from HP for each of the 56 game screens.
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E3 2007: The Big Three: Who "Won" E3?
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It always seems a bit silly to declare a "winner" of E3. It's just so juvenile. This is a complex industry that can't be distilled down to the simple question of "who beat whom."
But we just can't help it, can we?
Comparing the three keynotes this year, however, really is a grab-bag of possible outcomes. All three offered something interesting, and picking a single "winner" this year more than ever depends how you define "winning."
My rundown is after the break.
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Ford will close its manufacturing operations in Broadmeadows and Geelong, Victoria, in October 2016, shedding 1200 jobs and ending its 90-year-old association with vehicle building in Australia.
But it will still receive $34 million in federal government assistance which it was promised last year if it stayed until 2016.
Ford Australia president Bob Graziano announced the closure on Thursday after Ford recorded a $141 million after-tax loss for 2012 and losses of almost $600 million over five years.
He cited the high cost of manufacturing a relatively small number of cars in Australia, saying costs were four times those of Asia and double those of Europe.
"The business case did not stack up,'' he said.
Ford will retain its 200 dealerships in Australia and more than 1000 design and product development workers.
The decision has sparked a political brawl over industry assistance and the cost of doing business in Australia.
Car-making still viable: Gillard
Prime Minister Julia Gillard insisted car making remained viable in Australia as she reassured the Ford workers the government would make a special effort to assist them.
Acting Industry Minister Craig Emerson said he contacted the Australian bosses of Holden and Toyota and was assured they were not about to follow Ford.
Ms Gillard announced the federal and Victorian governments would contribute $12 million in extra assistance for the workers and another $39 million for a community assistance fund for the affected regions.
She sharply suggested Ford should make a significant contribution to the community fund.
However, she said Ford would still receive the $34 million in industry assistance it was promised in January last year because that money was pledged in return for Ford continuing to manufacture in Victoria until 2016.
"That money was pledged for a purpose and will still be used for that same purpose,'' she said.
Opposition Leader Tony Abbott called the decision "a black day for manufacturing for Australia'' and indirectly blamed the government, its carbon tax and other policies.
"It's incumbent on everyone associated with government in this country to do everything we reasonably can to make it easier, not harder, for manufacturing to go ahead in this country,'' he said.
He cited policy priorities of lower taxes, increased productivity, less regulation and reducing sovereign risk. This is despite his election promise for a paid parental leave scheme would increase Ford's company tax burden.
Car industry assistance in spotlight
The issue will re-ignite debate over industry assistance. The Coalition policy is to slash industry assistance by $500 million by 2015 and not specifying its commitment to the automotive industry post-2015.
Speaking before the closures were confirmed, Treasurer
But Mr Graziano said it was not a big factor.
"There were a number of different factors that go into the overall cost ... of manufacturing here,'' he said.
"I wouldn't say that that's an overarching causal factor,'' he said of the dollar.
Mr Graziano said the company would continue its manufacturing operations until 2016 and expected to receive already-promised government assistance of $34 million in return.
In July 2012, six months after Ms Gillard gave Ford another $34 million in assistance, her government ruled out another taxpayer bailout of Ford after the car maker said it would cut 440 jobs and reduce production by about a third from November of that year. A total of 330 jobs were eventually cut from the plants in Broadmeadows and Geelong.
At that time, Mr Graziano said the company was committed to "continuing to produce vehicles in Australia" through to at least 2016.
On Thursday he confirmed that when manufacturing stopped in 2016, it would be the end of the iconic Ford Falcon.
"We will retire that name,'' he said.
Mr Swan, when asked if the Ford closure meant the car industry grants were like throwing good money after bad, replied: "I don't accept that at all."
"Government has a role, in this country I believe in intervening in markets for various reasons and having a car industry in this country is a choice that successive governments have made, and our government is strongly behind because we see a central role for a manufacturing industry in our country," he told an audience at an Australian Council of Social Service event in Sydney.
Plummeting sales
The closures had been expected, given the plummeting sales of the Ford Falcon. Ford Australia posted a loss of $290 million last year as Falcon sales fell by 36 per cent.
Although Ford has promised to retain its engineers and designers, their long-term future is unclear.
The car makers have to make at least 30,000 cars per year to qualify for funding under the government's Automotive Transformation Scheme, and Ford will no longer be eligible after it ceases manufacturing.
Mr Graziano defended the industry assistance, saying for every public dollar Ford has received over the past decade, it has returned $3 in the forms of investment and taxes paid.
The decision will also be a blow for federal Labor, which is clinging to seats around Geelong, including Corangamite, its most marginal seat in the country.
In a visit to Geelong in April, this year, Mr Abbott talked up Ford's prospects.
"I know the excellence of the Ford product at Geelong because I drive a Ford Territory," he said.
"The Ford Territory is arguably the best car ever made in this country. We need to get the Ford Territory exported to the world."
Workers worried
Australian Manufacturers Workers' Union Victorian assistant state secretary Leigh Diehm said he was worried about the impact of the closures on the rest of the auto industry.
"The news will affect approximately 1500 employees across the two sites. We've also got grave concerns about the flow on effect into the automotive industry and supply chains for Ford," he said.
"Our members have just been faced with the reality they're going to be out of a job in October 2016. They're very concerned about their futures and where to from here.
"We were in regular discussions with Ford, we are meeting again this afternoon. We were quite surprised by Ford's announcement."
Workers at the Broadmeadows plant were shocked by the announcement.
Paul Boulos told The Australian Financial Review it was a very sad day, not just for him but the country.
The paint shop worker has been with the company for 36 years and said it was his first job.
"It was a good company, good conditions, people enjoyed working here," Mr Boulos said.
"We have seen it coming for the past few years. We were doing 500 cars a day, now we're doing 148."
Mr Boulos said he did not know where he would be able to get other employment to support his family.
Another worker, Stewart Harris, said he has a partner and two young children to support.
"I still can't believe Ford's made this announcement.
"I'm not sure at this point in time what the impact will be for me. But I'm like everyone else here with families."
Import only operation
The closure will leave Ford as an import only operation. The company first set up in Australia in the 1920s.
The timing of the closure is linked to the start of the Euro 5 emission standards on November 1, 2016.
Ford's current engines have only just met the Euro 4 standards, and the Geelong plant would need a massive rebuild to meet the tougher regulations.
The Ford closure will raise further questions about the long-term future of the two remaining local car makers, GM Holden and Toyota, and the component supply chain that needs critical mass to survive.
Toyota Australia said it intended to maintain its operations in Australia.
"The operating environment is extremely tough at this time, but Toyota believes that car manufacturing is an important contributor to the Australian economy," the company said in a statement.
"The company will consider the impact of this decision on its local supply network and will continue to work closely with its suppliers."
Australian Industry Group chief executive Innes Willox said the decision was a "watershed moment'' for Australian manufacturing.
"As Ford has stated, the economic conditions in Australia are very tough for trade exposed industries and while the dollar has come off its highs somewhat over the past few weeks, we remain a high cost economy," he said.
"The still-strong Australian dollar is part of this, as are our rising energy costs and the continuing growth in domestic real unit labour costs."
The closure will put intense pressure on Mr Abbott and his industry spokeswoman
The political pressure will intensify in the manufacturing states of Victoria and South Australia.
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Oh, the Serious Crisis in Higher Ed
For poets in today's economy, joining the academic ranks is a fairly common trajectory. Certainly there's no shortage of love for pedagogy, knowledge, and research; but ah, what demands of the poetry marketplace, should you care for it, and lack of cultural support we contend with, at times. Really, poets need employment (among everyone). And the corporatization of the academy that persists in deterring such employ is not a new matter—in fact, a piece breaking down disparities among college tuition and job security recently shut down the n+1 website on which it appeared, due to the massive amount of visitors.
In an article published in the new issue of The Nation, Wiliam Deresiewicz offers more cause for concern, emphasizing not only the destruction of postwar social mobility and public favoring of the kind of education that defines the class system, in addition to such "wholesale slaughter of the humanities" that occurred at SUNY–Albany last year (and all over), but that:
"Over the past twenty years, in other words—or really, over the past forty—what has happened in academia is what has happened throughout the American economy. Good, secure, well-paid positions—tenured appointments in the academy, union jobs on the factory floor—are being replaced by temporary, low-wage employment."
So a fact that most pointedly stands out here is the glut of non-tenure-track, part-time, and adjunct faculty members that are increasingly taking on the teaching load, sans the rewards of institutional support. "From 1991 to 2003, the number of full-time faculty members increased by 18 percent. The number of part-timers increased by 87 percent—to almost half the entire faculty."
Interestingly, a potential solution for Deresiewicz lies inside the department:
"For all its pretensions to public importance (every professor secretly thinks he's a public intellectual), the professoriate is awfully quiet, essentially nonexistent as a collective voice. If academia is going to once again become a decent place to work, if our best young minds are going to be attracted back to the profession, if higher education is going to be reclaimed as part of the American promise, if teaching and research are going to make the country strong again, then professors need to get off their backsides and organize: department by department, institution to institution, state by state and across the nation as a whole."


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Monday, 3 February, 2003, 13:58 GMT
Sunderland's slack cats
BBC Sport Online columnist Derek 'Robbo' Robson on the farcical events at Sunderland, Terry Venables, Takaloo and poker.
Wilko and Out
It's goodnight from the Stadium of Light. And quite right, your team's been s***e.
The three own goals on Saturday just about summed it up.
You might say it was hard luck, but when your leading scorer in the Premiership and the bloke you bought to get you a few are tucking them past your own keeper, you've got to ask why they were facing the wrong end in the first place.
I have to say I'd have been chucking me bovril at the nearest red and white shirt, so the Mexican wave the home fans summoned up was pretty amazing.
But all you Wearsiders knew when Murray hired that ray of sunshine Wilko that you'd end up having to entertain yourselves on a Saturday afternoon.
Next weekend, I'd get the dominoes out and head for the local.
The Plumstead Poker Machine
I was surprised to hear that Steve Davis had got to the final of some poker match or other. But we shouldn't be shocked, should we really?
His face never gave much away at the snooker table, either. A raised eyebrow, a sip of water and a sit down - that was all he could manage. He was the Roger Moore of snooker.
I'm not much of a poker man meself. Oh, I like the smoke-filled rooms and the sound of chips mounting up in the centre of the table.
(I suppose one day we'll play for cash but for now we play for chips).
It's mainly cos the missus always insist on joining in after a rum and coke.
She'll say things like "What's a full house again?" - and when we tell she grins like a three-year-old and we all fold, 'cos we know she's won.
And if she's had too many rum and cokes you have to remind her that in stud poker you can keep your top on. Have I said too much?
Patronising Glenn
Man U beat 'em 6-0, Fergie has a word with Roeder. Liverpool beat 'em 3-0, Houllier has word with Roeder.
Both of them think he's a nice bloke so they offer some advice. Don't you two prats realise that the reason he needs all this counselling is 'cos your team just stuffed his!
Talk about rubbing it in.
Give That Man A Passport
He's lived here since he was five, he wants to fight for Britain and he calls Kent his home.
And let's face it, if that's the garden of England, I don't want even want to look in the garage.
So give Takaloo a passport. So what if he sounds like a mixture of spinach and potato? Or a portable bog? He's the WBU champ, for God's sake!
(By the by, where did the WBU spring up from? Honestly, these days all you have to do is think of a letter that hasn't been used yet and you've got your own boxing board of control).
Any road, back to Takaloo - the poor lamb says he can't even leave the country to take his wife and kids on a little holiday.
You don't need to leave the country to have a holiday though, Taka!
Scarborough, Whitby, Saltburn - a warm welcome is guaranteed from all. All right warm's not the right word, but the pies are always good.
Lamentable Leeds
Things have come to a pretty pass when the only bloke who seems to be coming out of a crisis with any honour whatsoever is the original dodgy geezer, the Barrow Boy Tel.
I know he wasn't a fan of the transfer window but he must be grateful for it now.
If there'd have been another week of it, he'd have had no-one left at the club.
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To develop maturity, character, self-discipline and integrity, everyone must pass three tests that are common to all mankind. Because God wants us to be controlled internally, He calls us to pass these three responsibility tests. The testing is not forever. Jesus spent 40 days, and when He was finished, He had passed all three tests perfectly to serve as our example. These three tests include the areas of physical discipline, motivation and greed. These are the areas God tests in the wilderness to prepare you to cross the Jordan. Once you pass all three, you are ready to get your feet wet.
The categories of these tests fall under three headings: appetite; motive, pride and fame; greed and power. These tests are necessary because people who aren't used to power are dangerous. The same is true of people who are full of pride or can't possess their own bodies through bringing their appetites under control. These are irresponsible and dangerous people who cannot be trusted. Let us take a look at each of the tests given to Jesus.
Test of Appetite
"Now when the tempter came to Him, he said, 'If You are the Son of God, command that these stones become bread' " (Matt. 4:3).
This first test was a temptation to self-gratification, and it dealt with our three basic appetites: food, drink and sex. No one is truly free until he or she has disciplined all of these areas. Let me point out that this was also the first area of testing for Israel in the wilderness. They began to cry out for food—self-gratification. They quickly forgot about the miracle of the plagues and the Red Sea and concentrated on their own self-fulfillment.
One of the heaviest burdens of freedom is the self-imposed discipline you must have in the area of your appetites—food, drink and sex. Freedom demands self-control.
Test of Motives, Pride and Fame
"Then the devil took Him up into the holy city, set Him on the pinnacle of the temple and said to Him, 'If You are the Son of God, throw Yourself down. For it is written: "He shall give His angels charge over you," and, "In their hands they shall bear you up, lest you dash your foot against a stone" '" (Matt. 4:5-6).
This test was a temptation for instant fame and sudden success. If Jesus had done this, He would have become famous instantly, and thousands of people in the temple courtyard would have seen this miracle and believed in Him. However, it would have canceled and bypassed the process of character formation and growth necessary to become responsible for the freedom He possessed to free others.
The nation of Israel wanted to go instantly into their Promised Land of Canaan and freedom, but God required the process of training and development for mental transformation. To be truly free, you must go through the process of character development. True success is never instant.
Test of Greed and Power
"Again, the devil took Him up on an exceedingly high mountain, and showed Him all the kingdoms of the world and their glory. And he said to Him, 'All these things I will give You if You will fall down and worship me.' Then Jesus said to him, 'Away with you, Satan! For it is written, "You shall worship the Lord your God, and Him only you shall serve" '" (Matt. 4:8-10).
When one is free from the need for power, he or she is qualified for authority. So this test was a temptation of power and greed. Its trap demanded the sacrifice of Jesus' integrity and character for power. The Israelite community failed this test in the wilderness, because they could not submit to authority or understand it. They rebelled against authority and therefore were not qualified to possess it. Whatever you compromise to gain, you will lose.
Jesus passed all three tests in 40 short days, one for each year Israel spent failing their wilderness tests. And when He had passed all three exams, angels ministered to Him. When you are free from the need for power, you are qualified for it. When Jesus came out of the desert, He was anointed in the power of the Holy Spirit. He had fulfilled God's will in His wilderness tempting and successfully passed God's tests. Jesus overcame the devil to give you and me the power to overcome him, too.
You may note that the full release of the Spirit took place after the wilderness experience. This river of anointing was the second river that ushers us into the land of freedom. Individuals, communities and nations must pass the wilderness test that leads first to independence and ultimately to freedom.
Myles Munroe is the founder, president and senior pastor of Bahamas Faith Ministries International (bfmmm.com). This article was adapted from his book, The Burden of Freedom.
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Pearl Jam's Eddie Vedder Debates Merits of 'High Fructose' Pop Music
In the early parts of Pearl Jam's career, it appeared there was still a place for rock to coexist in the pop music universe, but in recent years the divide between pop and rock has grown greater. Pearl Jam frontman Eddie Vedder tells Rolling Stone he's not exactly the biggest fan of today's pop music and what it provides the listener.
"These pop songs almost feel like tabloid journalism," said Vedder, cutting right to the point. "It's crap that people seem to like and I don't know if it has meaning. I don't know if one of the pops songs of the summer has any fiber in it. People are consuming it, and is it healthy? I don't know."
Vedder admits he may be missing the point, adding, "Maybe it's some kind of way of taking themselves away from their problems. Maybe there's some healthy property of some restorative property that I'm not receiving. It seems like it has a really high fructose content."
Though it seems as though there are fewer opportunities in the pop world for rockers, the frontman doesn't think it's a completely lost cause. He explains, "Bono talked a lot about, you know, 'We can't let rock and roll become a niche.' I thought, 'Well, that's kind of crazy. I have more faith in it than that.' But I can definitely see his point. When there's a pop song that seems a little bit better than the others, it's usually one that has some real guitar, real drums in it. I still feel like the best stuff has natural elements."
And speaking of "natural elements," there's plenty of them in Pearl Jam's upcoming disc, 'Lightning Bolt,' due Oct. 15. The album has already generated the up-tempo aggressive rocker 'Mind Your Manners' and the band could actually find themselves making some inroads in the pop world with their power ballad, 'Sirens.' The disc is currently available for pre-order at iTunes and via the band's website.


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Match the Celeb With the Cell Phone
Match the Celeb With the Cell Phone This bundled-up gal is still rockin' the same BlackBerry gel case we saw her with on MTCWTCP a few months back. One can only hope she has a few of the same color and this isn't the exact same one (hopefully she washed it if it is!), cause that's kinda eww to be honest — I'm just sayin'!


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Lady Tigers round out season with pre-region golf meet
By Jay Davis
The Lady Tigers warmed up for the postseason, playing at the pre-region meet in Mitchell on Tuesday.
"The mood of a pre-region is less than ideal," said coach Jason Weisbeck. "Kids are simply playing a meet to play a meet. In the end the girls got a little feel for the course and hopefully will know how to change their games for the region next week."
Expected favorite Parkston dominated the meet. Along with Sydney Bormann winning medalist honors by nine strokes, Parkston players finished second, fifth and seventh. Parkston shot 532 to win the warm-up meet.
The Lady Tigers, who played without injured Emily Dale, took second place with a 433. Winner shot 433 also, but the Tigers took second on criteria.
Miranda Eisemann led the Lady Tigers with a third-place finish. Eisemann shot 48-46-94. Chelsy Hoffman shot 45-53-98 for sixth and Aundrea Kramer shot 52-52-104 for ninth. Cayla Hintz stepped in for Dale and shot 138.
Dale is expected back to play in the region on Monday.
"Overall our girls really jockeyed positions amongst themselves," said Weisbeck. "Who knows who will be number one, two, etc., but that is fine with me."
Weisbeck expects his Lady Tigers to be in the thick of things the next two weeks.
"They truly have a lot of potential and it's going to be very fun to see what they come up with in the weeks to come," said Weisbeck. "There is a lot of buzz around the state about Mobridge-Pollock Tiger golf!"
The Lady Tigers turned in a strong performance at the Pheasants Invite at Fisher Grove Golf Course in Redfield on Friday.
The Lady Tigers ran away with the team title while shooting four of the top five scores in the five-team field.
Emily Dale won medalist honors with a 41-45-86. Miranda Eisemann was one stroke back in second place with an 87. Aundrea Kramer and Chelsy Hoffman shot matching 95s while finishing fourth and fifth, respectively.
"It was another cool and windy day," said Weisbeck. "Kind of a weak field, competition wise, but the girls competed well overall and truly dominated. It was fun to get to play a different course."
Sam Bot of Aberdeen Roncalli was the only golfer who could stop the Lady Tigers from sweeping. She shot 88 for third.
The Lady Tigers had a team total of 363, 36 strokes better than runner-up Aberdeen Roncalli.
With the regular season behind them, the Lady Tigers return to Mitchell on Monday for the Region 3A Golf Tournament.
Looking for the right to compete at the State A Golf Tournament in Spearfish on May 19 and 20, the Lady Tigers will compete against Chamberlain, Cheyenne-Eagle Butte, Crow Creek, Parkston, St. Francis Indian, Todd County, Wagner and Winner.
Pre-Region Meet
Team scores: Parkston 352, Mobridge-Pollock 433, Winner 433, Wagner 450, Chamberlain 502, Todd County 518, St. Francis Indian 544, Cheyenne-Eagle Butte 743.
Individual Results: 1. Sydney Bormann, Parkston 38-36-74; 2. Sydney Weber, Parkston, 40-43-83; 3. Miranda Eisemann, Mobridge-Pollock, 48-46-94; 4. Brigitte Byrd, Chamberlain, 47-47-94; 5. Sierra Stands, Parkston, 49-47-96; 6. Chelsy Hoffman, Mobridge-Pollock, 45-53-98; 7. Jayden Bormann, Parkston, 51-48-99; 8. Megan Zephier, Wagner, 52-50-102; 9. Aundrea Kramer, Mobridge-Pollock, 52-52-102; 10. Ronae Klein, Winner, 56-48-104;
11. Jadee Mattheis, Parkston, 52-52-105; 12. Liz Jankauskas, Winner, 53-53-106; 13. Darien Quick Bear, St. Francis Indian, 52-56-108; 14. Natalie Gronlund, Winner, 53-57-110; 15. Kathleen Juffer, Wagner, 52-59-111; 16. Tiana Kruse, Parkston, 55-57-112; 18. Kennede Mathis, Winner, 60-53-113; 19. Jackie Greger, Wagner, 62-53-115; 20. Katie LaPointe, Todd County, 57-59-116;
21. Keslsey Espinoza, St. Francis Indian, 60-57-117; 22. Chey Bruchbreaker, St. Francis Indian, 55-64-119; 23. Madyson Hanson, Wagner, 62-60-122; 24. Alyssa Reis, Chamberlian, 69-63-132; 25. Brett Story, Chamberlain, 58-77-135; 26. Cayla Hintz, Mobridge-Pollock, 67-71-138; 27. Jailynn Swalley, Todd County, 65-74-139; 28. Katie Swanson, Chamberlain, 68-73-141; 29. Madyson Hammell, Chamberlain, 78-64-142; 30. Aleese Bordeaux, Todd County, 77-73-150; 31. Kaitlyn Condon, Cheyenne-Eagle Butte, 68-83-151; 32. Mahpiya Murray, Todd County, 81-86-167; 33. Wambdi Johnson, Cheyenne-Eagle Butte, 76-116-192.
Pheasants Invite
Team scores: Mobridge-Pollock 363, Aberdeen Roncalli 399, Groton Area 426, Redfield-Doland 431, Milbank 450.
Medalists: 1. Emily Dale, Mobridge-Pollock, 41-45-86; 2. Miranda Eisemann, Mobridge-Pollock, 41-46-87; 3. Sam Bot, Aberdeen Roncalli, 44-44-88; 4. Aundrea Kramer, Mobridge-Pollock, 49-56-95; 5. Chelsy Hoffman, Mobridge-Pollock, 45-50-95; 6. Niki Koehler, Groton Area, 49-47-96; 7. Madison Brandenburger, Aberdeen Roncalli, 55-44-99; 8. Andria Ruvalcaba, 52-50-102; 9. Christian Berbos, Aberdeen Roncalli, 51-52-103; 10. Josie Whitley, Redfield-Doland, 52-53-105;


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It's not a Pip-Boy, but it's Fallout-related and you can strap it on your wrist. Pre-order the new Vault-Tec watch today at store.bethsoft.com!
Category Archives: Fallout
July's Vault Boy Tee of the Month
Kick off July with a bang! This month's Vault Boy Tee of the month celebrates Fallout's Demolition Expert perk.
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101 Hoodies are back
Once again, we have Vault 101 hoodies in stock at store.bethsoft.com — available in sizes S to XXXL! Get 'em while they last!
Release your inner 'Nerd Rage' with June's 'Vault Boy Tee of the Month'
Raise your strength with June's VBTotM depicting the popular Fallout perk, Nerd Rage. Visit store.bethsoft.com to order this shirt (and any other t-shirts this week) for $15
Skyrim and Fallout Longboards
In time for summer, check out our new Skyrim and Fallout longboards available for pre-sale at store.bethsoft.com. Available in limited quantities, each board is individually numbered.
- Dragonborn Longboard — Only 100 made
- Skyrim Map Longboard — Only 80 made
- Vault Boy Longboard — Only 200 made
To learn more and purchase these limited items, head to our official merchandise store.
Prepare for the morning
The best part of waking up… is Vault Boy in your cup!
A couple weeks back I caught this Kotaku post showcasing 3D Latte Art from Kazuki Yamamoto. Thoroughly impressed, I jokingly tweeted from @Fallout that we'd love to see a Vault Boy version.
Word must have gotten around as we've spotted a foam version of Vault Boy this week on Reddit, Twitter, and other social media sites.
Thanks Kazuki!
New Tees for the Ladies
By popular demand, today we're unveiling a new collection of women's t-shirts on store.bethsoft.com. They include:
Introducing our 'Vault Boy Tee of the Month'
Update: Less than 24 hours until this limited edition shirt is no longer for purchase.
Soon you'll be able to go through life with a different (and hopefully clean) Vault Boy shirt for weeks on end. Today at store.bethsoft.com, we've officially kicked off our 'Vault Boy Tee of the Month' sale. As the name alludes to, we'll be selling a different limited edition Vault Boy shirt each month.
Our first VBTotM shirt celebrates the Animal Friend perk which appeared in the original Fallout, Fallout 3, and Fallout: New Vegas. Pre-sale has begun today and we'll be taking orders until next Friday. After Friday, May 17th, they will no longer be available for purchase, ever!
Come back next month when we reveal the VBTotM shirt.
Prepare for Vault Life with the (back-in-stock) Vault 101 Hoodie
Happy to report one of our most popular items on store.bethsoft.com, our Vault 101 hoodie, is now back in stock.
New Fallout gear that rules!
Today our merchandise store has new Fallout t-shirts, including…
- 'Tunnel Snakes' hoodie
- Brotherhood of Steel t-shirt
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A League of Their Own
Posted by Don MacPherson on 28th February 2013
DC's decision to cancel mid-level performer Justice League International and replace it with a new title by a high-profile creative team was understandable. The main Justice League title is a top-tier title for the publisher, and with writer Geoff Johns at the helm, Justice League of America is bound to bring in the bucks for DC as well. What surprised by about the move was the decision to launch two spinoffs from the new JLA title in the same month as the first issue (with one spinoff beating the mother title to the stands).
It seems like an unusual move, but I understand it. Those interested in JLA might be more likely to check out Katana and Vibe given the concurrent releases. I thought I'd take a look at all three… Read the rest of this entry »
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Len Holland
de Len Holland
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This is a collection of nature and landscape photographs I have taken over a 30+ year period. It's just the very start. I have so much more to show. But, rather than simply showing the photographs, I decided to write cutlines describing what I felt, what I thought, what I observed, before and during the actual capture. A large amount of my photography was created alone, but a substantial amount was shot nearby, while my family was young, growning up and maturing. So it was only natural to feature my family in this book, because their experience of nature and the out-of-doors gave me reason and purpose to get out and photograph. This book is a sample of what I though and felt as I pursued my photography. It's a photography book. But, even more, it's a celebration of my family, most importantly.
Características y detalles
- Categoría Fotografía artística
Cuadrado grande, 30×30 cm
80 Páginas
- Fecha de publicación feb. 01, 2013
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Len Holland is a professional photographer, writer, editor and executive consultant. He is Manager with the AEIC, an association of public and private electric utilities. He has been working with AEIC for over 27 years. Additionally, he is retired from Alabama Power Co. after serving 32 years. At Alabama Power, he held management positions in the Advertising & PR Department's advertising and internal communications areas, Corporate Training Department and other corporate units. He initiated and managed the Media Production Group, providing graphic, photographic, editorial and television production services. His photography has been published in Country, Blue Ridge Country, Petersen's Photographic, Reminisce, Powergrams and other magazines; as well as in calendars, advertisements, brochures, annual reports, travel guides, corporate books. His photography is held in private, professional, corporate and governmental collections.


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The Ias/Ifrs Standards System Between Harmonization And Deformity
The development of competition, the globalization and the growth and integration of the capital markets require comparable accounting information based on superior- quality standards, an accounting information to consolidate and not to obstruct the global efficiency of the market .The obligatory adoption of the current IAS/IFRS norms for the creation of the financial statements of the European companies- and especially of the listed ones- are a necessary step for the full integration of the financial markets of EU member state. The 4th and 7th CE directives contributed to the harmonization of the base accounting information of the stock companies, determining a general improvement of the European accounting norms quality, and this due to the greater comparability of the companies' account, which eased the activity of the trans-border companies.
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SPENCER MICHELS, NewsHour Correspondent: Benjamin Bethurum is a composer. What he sets to music are original ringtones for cell phones, one tactic his employer, Microsoft, is using to try to appeal to the billions of cell phone users in the world.
BENJAMIN BETHURUM, Microsoft: So when you're in a meeting, you're not embarrassed by your cheesy, you know, synthetic ringtone.
SPENCER MICHELS: Eighty percent of Americans own cell phones. And worldwide, three billion phones exist, a huge market that keeps growing and changing as new phones become more like computers.
Microsoft is one of many companies hoping to cash in on the cell phone phenomenon. Bethurum's specialty: making sounds that will allow phone buyers, especially younger people, to differentiate themselves from the crowd.
BENJAMIN BETHURUM: It shows who you are. It says, "Hey, I like hip-hop," or, "Hey, you know what, I like classical music, and I'm going to show it off."
SPENCER MICHELS: While the hits just keep on coming, a variety of companies involved in the cell phone industry are innovating on other fronts, as well. And Microsoft and its competitors, including just recently Google, are in the chase.
Apple's iPhone leads the way
What they are chasing is Apple's iPhone, a device sometimes called a "smart phone" that Steve Jobs introduced in January.
STEVE JOBS, CEO, Apple: What we want to do is make a leapfrog product that is way smarter than any mobile device has ever been and super-easy to use.
SPENCER MICHELS: The iPhone, with a colorful touch screen display, allows users on the go to connect to the Internet, get e-mail, listen to music, play games, take and store photos, get directions, and make phone calls and send text messages. It sold 1.4 million units in its first 90 days amid intense publicity and advertising.
KEVEN GUILLORY, Radio Producer: It's not a picture, dude. That's a movie.
SPENCER MICHELS: Oh, that's the movie?
San Francisco radio producer Keven Guillory, an Apple enthusiast, was among the early iPhone buyers.
KEVEN GUILLORY: Idiots can do it. I can do it. I mean, seriously, my 6-year-old kid picked it up and started playing with it, and it's incredible what she did. And she's not a geek.
SPENCER MICHELS: Guillory says the iPhone, which Apple originally priced at $600, but then reduced to $400, can do nearly everything his computer can do.
KEVEN GUILLORY: It's faster and better. The only downside is the screen is not as big as my laptop.
SPENCER MICHELS: The quick success of the iPhone was contagious. One hundred and forty cell phone models run Microsoft's Windows Mobile, and Steve Ballmer, the CEO, says he's happy to take advantage of Apple's assist.
STEVE BALLMER, CEO, Microsoft: That stimulated interest, whether it comes from us and from competition, it's really helping us drive sales.
The cell phone as computer
SPENCER MICHELS: There's no agreement in the industry on what actually constitutes a smart phone. Even that term isn't used by everybody. But unlike my regular cell phone, most so-called smart phones, like this Samsung BlackJack II, have a computer-like operating system -- in this case, Microsoft's Mobile 6 -- which can accommodate a lot of programs or applications made by a variety of companies.
The software that makes cell phone screens look like computer screens also allows advertisers to put Internet ads directly in front of the user. Microsoft wants in on that action and is today heavily promoting new features, including real-time traffic reports, to lure buyers.
CONVENTION HOST: Please welcome the CEO of Microsoft Corporation, Steve Ballmer.
SPENCER MICHELS: Ballmer recently spoke at a wireless communications meeting, where he hailed smart phones as the most popular device around.
STEVE BALLMER: Consumers will want phones that span all of their life personas, my work life, my personal life.
SPENCER MICHELS: Ballmer's vision makes sense to Andrew Seybold, an industry analyst and educator.
ANDREW SEYBOLD, Wireless Industry Analyst: I get a chance to see a lot of things in backrooms that I can't really talk about, but there are a huge number of things coming that are going to make life easier for everybody with our wireless phone.
CELL PHONE DEVELOPER: We have some prototype software that is not yet released.
SPENCER MICHELS: But some people have trouble operating a multifunction phone. Microsoft has set up this lab, where subjects try to use new smart phones, and company researchers observe them and then try to make the phones easier to use.
CELL PHONE DEVELOPER: OK, I'm going to give you a little hint.
CELL PHONE DEVELOPER: Now that you're there, you see the button where it says "All Programs"?
CELL PHONE TESTER: Ah, yes.
CELL PHONE DEVELOPER: Go ahead and hit that.
CELL PHONE TESTER: OK. There's "Contacts."
SPENCER MICHELS: Smart phones today comprise 10 percent of all cell phone sales in the U.S. They've been largely targeted toward business users, but the numbers keep increasing. And companies, including Microsoft, are now going after the consumer market.
STEVE BALLMER: If somebody wants to, you know, tell me, "Hey, look, the Rockies just won the World Series, here, take a look at the clip from the eighth inning when they scored the go-ahead run," boom, I'll be...
SPENCER MICHELS: Is that why you went into business? Is that why you went to college, to help people get the Rockies score?
STEVE BALLMER: I went to try to enable people to do things that they want to do, that make them more productive, that make their lives more fun, more connected.
After 34 years, "still incomplete"
SPENCER MICHELS: Connecting people was what was Martin Cooper had in mind when he invented the cell phone 34 years ago at Motorola.
MARTIN COOPER, Cell Phone Inventor: This phone had a battery life of 20 minutes and, of course, you couldn't hold it up for much longer than that.
SPENCER MICHELS: It took 15 years for Motorola to finally market the cell phone, and Cooper says it's still incomplete.
MARTIN COOPER: It's incomplete because cellular is not as reliable as it ought to be, because I'm sure you've had a dropped call. Somehow the phones are getting more and more complicated. There are more and more stuff being plowed into them. But don't you remember the whole idea was to let you make a phone call with freedom, the freedom to be anywhere?
SPENCER MICHELS: While there are some phones that still just make phone calls, the emphasis today is on how much the phones can do.
Enter Google. Rumors that it was working on cell phones proved to be true. The Silicon Valley company, with a stellar reputation for search and advertising, rolled out a software operating system for smart mobile phones that its CEO, Eric Schmidt, and its mobile platform director, Andy Rubin, say will make it much easier for cell phone users to surf the Internet.
ERIC SCHMIDT, CEO, Google: We think that the problem with most people's mobile phones is they're not powerful enough. You can't get all the rich aspects of the Web on your phone. And so we built, with Andy's help, an operating system that runs inside your phone, that makes it do everything a personal computer can do on your phone.
SPENCER MICHELS: The company has been working on its mobile system in secret for two years. It's formed alliances with 34 companies that will allow software developers to add any application they want -- say, a map service or a game -- to cell phones using the system.
And Google announced $10 million in prizes for those who build great applications. All that's a big change since, until now, says Schmidt, phone carriers like Verizon, Sprint and AT&T have tightly controlled what goes on cell phones.
ERIC SCHMIDT: We have been concerned for some time with the concentration in the wireless space around a small number of carriers who don't give people enough choices. What we want to make sure is that you can go to a store, and take any phone, and connect it to any wireless network.
SPENCER MICHELS: Google's Andy Rubin gave us a preview look at the Android platform on a not-yet-released phone, first with live traffic information.
ANDY RUBIN, Google Mobile: As you see, I'm sliding my finger over this, and I'm getting real-time updates to traffic information as I go down 101. You can get information like you've never gotten before.
SPENCER MICHELS: And high-resolution pictures of city intersections.
ANDY RUBIN: This has never been done on a cell phone before.
SPENCER MICHELS: Google expects to have this technology on phones in late 2008. Rubin explained that faster, more powerful chips running computers make the smart phones possible.
ANDY RUBIN: The cost of processing technology has gone down and down over time, so today our cell phones are about as powerful as your personal computer was six years ago, but you're carrying them around with you every day, you spend eight to ten hours with them, run on batteries, and, of course, they're connected to the broadband network.
Debating the future of the industry
SPENCER MICHELS: But Andrew Seybold thinks there's a flaw in Google's approach.
ANDREW SEYBOLD: As much as I respect Google, the wireless industry can't be an extension of the Internet because wireless bandwidth is finite. It's a fixed resource, and it is shared bandwidth. The more people who use it in a given area, the less data speed they have.
ERIC SCHMIDT: I completely disagree with the characterization that somehow the wireless network is going to be any different than the wired network, because there's enormous spectrum becoming available through licensing programs, better radio design, faster computers, and so forth.
SPENCER MICHELS: The battle over cell phones, now intensified by Google's entry, is a familiar battle to PC magazine writer Sascha Segan.
SASCHA SEGAN, PC Magazine: You're seeing some of the wars in the PC world now starting to be played out in the cell phone world, with Apple joining the game. Nobody's winning. It's still very much in play.
SPENCER MICHELS: And as usual, the stakes are high. Estimates are that smart phones will comprise 35 percent to 45 percent of the cell phone market by 2015, a market that continues to grow, along with the potential uses of these powerful, high-tech devices.
JIM LEHRER: You can read more from Spencer's interviews with Google and Microsoft executives on our Web site at PBS.org.


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Shirtless Prince Harry Immortalized In London Gay Bar Mural
"Pride" takes on a whole new meaning at Manbar, a London gay bar that just got its own shirtless Prince Harry mural — our royalty is more bangable than your royalty, Swedes. Manbar commissioned artist Mike Bliss to put a shirtless Hot Ginge outside its Charing Cross pub and surprise, surprise, it's quite popular with the ladies … and gentlemen. [BuzzFeed, London Evening Standard]


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ie; The term that means your mom is "overpredicting" the weather. Much like going batman, this term was made to tell a child to change from black trackpants into shorts.
by LEL Y U DO DIS GOOBY U FATEH K September 29, 2013
The Urban Dictionary Mug
One side has the word, one side has the definition. Microwave and dishwasher safe. Lotsa space for your liquids.Buy the mug


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Instructor Resources
Visual Insights
In the age of Big Data, the tools of information visualization offer us a macroscope to help us make sense of the avalanche of data available on every subject. This book offers a gentle introduction to the design of insightful information visualizations. It is the only book on the subject that teaches nonprogrammers how to use open code and open data to design insightful visualizations. Readers will learn to apply advanced data mining and visualization techniques to make sense of temporal, geospatial, topical, and network data.
The book, developed for use in an information visualization MOOC, covers data analysis algorithms that enable extraction of patterns and trends in data, with chapters devoted to "when" (temporal data), "where" (geospatial data), "what" (topical data), and "with whom" (networks and trees); and to systems that drive research and development. Examples of projects undertaken for clients include an interactive visualization of the success of game player activity in World of Warcraft; a visualization of 311 number adoption that shows the diffusion of non-emergency calls in the United States; a return on investment study for two decades of HIV/AIDS research funding by NIAID; and a map showing the impact of the HiveNYC Learning Network.
Visual Insights will be an essential resource on basic information visualization techniques for scholars in many fields, students, designers, or anyone who works with data.
About the Authors
Katy Börner is Victor H. Yngve Professor of Information Science, Leader of the Information Visualization Lab, and Founding Director of the Cyberinfrastructure for Network Science Center at Indiana University Bloomington. She is the author of Atlas of Science: Visualizing What We Know and the coauthor of Visual Insights: A Practical Guide to Making Sense of Data, both published by the MIT Press.
David E. Polley is on the research staff at the Cyberinfrastructure for Network Science Center at Indiana University.
—Alberto Cairo, Professor of the Professional Practice at the School of Communication of the University of Miami and author of The Functional Art: an Introduction to Information
Graphics and Visualization
—Andrea Scharnhorst, Head of Research at Data Archiving and Networked Services and member of the e-humanities group at the Royal Netherlands Academy of Arts and Sciences in Amsterdam, Netherlands
—Caroline S. Wagner, Milton and Roslyn Wolf Chair in International Affairs; Director,
Battelle Center for Science & Technology Policy, John Glenn School of Public Affairs, Ohio
State University
—George Legrady, Director of the Experimental Visualization Lab and Chair of the Media Arts & Technology doctoral program at the University of California, Santa Barbara


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Butler Specialty Plantation Cherry Rothwell 3-Tier Console Table
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Crafted from selected hardwoods, and choice Cherry veneers. Top shelf features a center linen fold inlay design of maple and walnut veneers surrounded by cathedral grain Cherry veneer. Lower 2 shelves are Cherry veneer.
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Putting the romance rumor to an end, a spokesperson for Jessica Szohr insists there is nothing going on between her and Sebastian Stan.
A representative for Jessica Szohr has dismissed rumors the "Gossip Girl" star has been secretly dating Leighton Meester's ex-boyfriend Sebastian Stan - insisting "there is nothing going on with them". Szohr's on/off relationship with co-star Ed Westwick has been under the spotlight in recent months, with gossip pointing towards a permanent split.
The actress was rumored to be consoling herself by spending time with another fellow Gossip Girl star, Stan - whose romance with cast mate Meester recently came to an end. But a spokesperson for Szohr is adamant there is "nothing going on with them," telling the New York Post's Page Six, "They were out with friends."
Previously, Jessica Szohr's spokesperson has also brushed off reports she's already moved on from Ed Westwick by dating British actor Richard Reid - insisting they are just pals. The pair was spotted partying together in New Orleans, but Szohr's spokesperson said they simply share the same management team, adding "They are just friends."


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Bride Paralyzed At Bachelorette Party
That hasn't kept her down, though. And she's conciliatory about the accident. "My best friend — and she still is my best friend — she playfully pushed me in like we've done a million times. It was playful, but it went wrong. It was a freak accident."
Prior to the accident, Rachelle was an aerobics and dance instructor, and says she dreamed of walking down the aisle to Chris. "The wedding, it was just so close," she said. "It was my dream to marry him and it still is but it makes me so sad that I won't walk down the aisle and have my first dance with him."
An website accepting donations has been set up to help Rachelle pay for her medical bills.


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One of my favorite riders, Dominic Lagase, tearing it up in Phuket.
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One of my favorite riders, Dominic Lagase, tearing it up in Phuket.
Great video.
Phuket is what I usually say when I faceplant.
Great video
ehh, I guess he has a little bit of skills
sent from my ipad2 via a wireless network which usually sucks
I may as well just give up now with this wakesurfing thing.
Phuket is a very beautiful place, as you can see from the video. If you ever get a chance to visit Thailand, Phuket is a nice place and is very cheap.
Either of those would be very cool. When I think of Switzerland I don't think of wakesurfing first but I bet it's awesome and they have lots of clear cold deep water.
There was was a man from Phuket,
Had a .....................
sorry sorry - this needs to be in the joke of the day thread!
Pretty sure I'll never be that good someday.


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A Warm Welcome from all of us in Washington Apple Country
Apple Capital of the World
We live and work in the beautiful mountains of the Pacific Northwest, in Wenatchee, Washington. Our Rivers run wild, the mountains stand tall, and the sun visits over 300 days a year. Our area of the globe provides the experience of four distinct seasons to enjoy, and a bounty of harvest.
Read the latest news from Apple Country!
Just a bit of trivia; Washington State ranks first in apple production nationally and supplies nearly 60% of all fresh eating apples. Our area being the leading production region for Apples, Cherries and Pears.
So-o-o we are able to offer a tantalizing array of specialty foods, candies, candles, fresh fruit, soaps and lotions made right here in Washington State.
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Juston McKinney Set for Shows at Comedy Works Larimer Square, 12/12-15
Juston McKinney worked his way into the comedy world after leaving his job as a deputy Sheriff. He has had sitcom development deals with Warner Brothers, CBS Productions and Comedy Central. New York Times says he is "destined for stardom."
Juston has appeared on a half dozen Comedy Central shows including his half-hour Comedy Central Presents and most recently his one-hour special, Juston McKinney: A Middle-Class Hole, which was released by Warner Brothers on CD and DVD. He has appeared numerous times on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno as well as The Tonight Show with Conan O'Brien. He was chosen to be part of the Blue Collar Comedy Tour: The Next Generation, with Bill Engvall, which aired on TBS and had his own weekly show on Sirius/XM radio, Live From the Woods with Juston McKinney.
McKinney has had roles on TV shows like The King of Queens and the Sidney Lumet drama 100 Centre Street, as well as in the films The Zoo Keeper and Here Comes the Boom. He is currently developing a show with Apostle (Denis Leary's Production Company) and IFC about a volunteer fire department from the fictitious town of Effingwoods, NH.
Comedy Works is pleased to announce that Juston McKinney will perform at Comedy Works Downtown in Larimer Square:
Thursday, December 12 | 8:00 PM | $15.00
Friday, December 13 | 8:00 PM & 10:00 PM | $25.00 (Late Show Ages 18+)
Saturday, December 14 | 7:30 PM & 9:45 PM | $25.00
Sunday, December 15 | 7:00 PM | $15.00
Advance tickets are available. Call (303) 595-3637 or visit www.comedyworks.com


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The Trilinq is a 99-year leasehold condominium development at 28 Jalan Lempeng. District 5 of Singapore. It comprises 755 units and its 99-year tenure started in 2012. Developed by Clementi Development Pte Ltd, a subsidiary of IOI Properties, this condominium impresses with its modern and towering design that marks the skyline of Clementi. The main architect is Axis Architects Planners.
The land size is 24,418 sqm and Gross Floor Area (GFA) 68,369 sqm on a plot ratio of 2.8.
Location of The Trilinq
The Trilinq Site Plan
Amenities Near The Trilinq
The Trilinq is within short walking distance to the Clementi MRT station and bus interchange. Residents can enjoy the convenience of The Clementi Mall and access the array of amenities such as eateries, banks, clinics, retail shops, etc.
Ayer Rajah Expressway (AYE) and Pan Island Expressway (PIE) are just a few minutes drive away, making it convenient to travel to the East and West and the city centre of Singapore.
Facilites In The Trilinq
♦ Reflective Water (The Oasis)
♦ Floating Pavilion
♦ Pine Forest Trail
♦ Oasis Spa
♦ Contemplative Maze
♦ Rockery Fernery
♦ Lap Pool
♦ Fitness Zone
♦ Contemplative Pavilion
♦ Garden Plaza
♦ Tennis Court
♦ Children Clubland
♦ Activa Pavilion (BBQ / Grill Pits)
♦ Crystal Pool
♦ Clubhouse
♦ Function Rooms
♦ Jogging Trail
♦ Club Pavilion
♦ Pool Cabana
♦ Crater Spa
♦ Children Wading Pool
♦ Pool Pavilion
♦ Green Island
♦ Outdoor Lounge
♦ Party Pool
♦ Water Garden Haven
♦ Party Lawn
♦ Vantage Pavilion
♦ Water Cascade
Schools Near The Trilinq
Nan Hua Primary School
♦ Clementi Primary School
♦ Pei Tong Primary School
♦ Clementi Secondary School


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APGENCO Recruitment 2012 for Assistant Engineer Trainee
Government of Andhra Pradesh has formed the electricity generation company for the state of Andhra Pradesh. It is known as Andhra Pradesh Power Generation Corporation Limited or APGENCO. It was established on 28th December 1998. At present, it is the largest power generation company of India and is also recognised as one of the best power generating companies of World. 11000 employees are working under APGENCO. Head office of APGENCO is situated at Hyderabad. It is well equipped with all the modern techniques and equipments.
A recruitment notification has been released by APGENCO for the recruitment of Assistant Engineer Trainees. Citizens of India with the required qualification can apply between 20th December 2011 to 3rd January 2012. Mode of applying is online only. Applications send through any other means will not be accepted.
Total 411 vacancies are available for the post of Assistant Engineer Trainees for engineering graduates in the discipline of Electrical, Mechanical, Civil and Electronics under the pay scale of Rs.23115-35720/-.
Eligibility: Candidates applying for the above post should be less than 34 years of age and should posses degree of BE/ B.Tech/ A.M.I.E. in the relevant discipline and should have good knowledge of computer applications.
Selection will be based on written examination which is going to be held on 22nd January 2012 at Hyderabad and Secunderabad. Written exam will be divided in 2 section and these are Section A and Section B. Section A will contain questions on core academic curriculum of the relevant discipline and Section B will contain questions on analytical aptitude. Selected candidates will have to go for a training for a period of 1 year.
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A NEW therapy service which will bring benefits to patients being treated for cancer in Shropshire and Mid Wales has been launched.
The Macmillan Integrated Therapy Service – MITS – aims to deliver integrated, efficient and appropriate therapy to patients with complex needs.
The new integrated therapy service is provided by the Royal Shrewsbury Hospital and the Princess Royal Hospital in Telford in collaboration with Shropshire Community Health NHS Trust.
MITS, which is a partnership between Macmillan Cancer Support, The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust – which runs the RSH and PRH – and Shropshire Community Health NHS Trust, is a team of physiotherapists, occupational therapists, dietitians and speech and language therapists.
The team also includes assistant practitioners who support the delivery of care to people living with cancer.
The service works closely with other healthcare professionals, social services and voluntary organisations to ensure that patients receive effective treatment and coordinated care in an appropriate location.
The new integrated service has been modelled to ensure that patients receive continuity in their care when they move from an acute hospital into the community or back into their own home. This will provide a better experience for the patient and make sure they are getting the best possible support wherever they are.
The service will provide care for people with complex needs being treated for cancer on the Oncology/Haematology Ward 23 at RSH, the Head and Neck Ward 8 at PRH, the Chemotherapy Day Unit, Radiotherapy, Outpatients Clinics and people referred to the service in other locations at the Trust.
Sarah Bloomfield, director of nursing and quality at The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust, said: "We want to ensure our patients receive the best possible care all the time in the most appropriate setting.
"This new integrated service will help to ensure that our patients who are being treated for cancer receive care closer to their home with the best support possible, helping to improve their experiences."
Sally-Anne Osborne, deputy director of operations at Shropshire Community Health NHS Trust, said: "This is all about making sure that patients get the best care and support they need wherever they are, be that in hospital, in another community setting or at home."
See full story in the Advertizer


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I don't have much of a workspace in my new tiny apartment. I have a desk, but no chair for it. So I end up working on the kitchen butcher block or on the sofa. It has not been good for my back. I am planning to take a trip to Ikea soon and at least treat my self to an office chair!
More workspace snapshots in my Flick Set and my favorites here on my blog!


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Former Pirate Bautista powers his way back to PNC Park
Jose Bautista returned to Pittsburgh on Friday for the first time since he was traded to the Blue Jays in 2008. He returned as a much different player.
The Bautista who departed Pittsburgh was not thought to be an everyday player by many in baseball. The player returning Friday has averaged 38 home runs per year with Toronto, including a 54-homer season in 2010. He has become one of the unlikeliest stars in the sport thanks to an unusually violent swing.
Bautista told reporters before the series opener he has fond memories of playing in Pittsburgh. He also recalled where his career was in 2008 and how he embraced the trade.
"It was a relief for me (to be traded) because I knew what the (Pirates') outlook and perspective was about me here at that time … it was not a good outlook," said Bautista, a 20th-round pick by the Pirates in 2000. "To send me down three weeks before rosters expanded (in 2008) it was a borderline low blow. Pretty much the message is sent by making that move.
"I did not have a future here. Going anywhere else would have been better than staying here."
Bautista was in the Pirates' Opening Day lineup in 2008, but his playing time decreased during the season. He was hitting .242 with 12 home runs when the club demoted the then 27-year-old to Triple-A in August. He was traded for catcher Robinzon Diaz, now a minor-leaguer with the Brewers.
Bautista was asked how he is different as a player since leaving the Pirates, beyond the signature leg kick adopted with the Blue Jays.
"I'm not," Bautista said.
So what did nearly everyone in baseball not see in him?
"That's a complicated question with a complicated answer," Bautista said. "I think Neal Huntington and (former Pirates manager) John Russell are the guys who should answer that question. They are the ones who made the decision."
Wrote Huntington in a text message on Friday: "Jose and the Blue Jays deserve all the credit. After being with the Jays for over a full season, something clicked, and Jose became the quality hitter he is today. We wish him all the best."
Bautista acknowledged that he might not be the four-time All-Star he has become if not for the trade and change of scenery.
"I was more open to some of the suggestions because of that," Bautista said. "Sometimes when you don't see the results right away you abandon the plan. I didn't have a choice in Toronto. It was either stick to it or get washed out."
Travis Sawchik is a staff writer for Trib Total Media. Reach him at email@example.com or via Twitter @Sawchik_Trib.


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Dozens of shots fired into McKeesport house
A woman was treated for a knee wound early Thursday after dozens of shots were fired into a McKeesport home.
According to city police, the incident occurred about 2:05 a.m. in the 1700 block of Scott Street.
A 23-year-old woman inside the house was struck in the left leg and taken by ambulance to UPMC McKeesport where she was treated and released. Another occupant who was with the victim at the time of the shooting was uninjured.
The victim told police she and her friend had just returned to the house from a bar and were lying on a couch in a first-floor living room when the shooting started, according to police reports.
Investigators reported that when they arrived at the scene, they found "the living room was shot up" and that there were multiple holes in the walls inside the house. There were numerous bullet holes in the front and side of the house and through a side window, according to police reports.
Police recovered 27 spent shell casings and one live round of ammunition in the street outside the residence. Bullet fragments were recovered inside the home.
There have been no arrests in the incident and McKeesport police Lt. Tim Hanna said police aren't yet aware of the motive for the shooting.
Anyone with information about the shooting is asked to call McKeesport Police Department at 412-675-5015.
Eric Slagle is a staff writer for Trib Total Media. He can be reached at 412-664-9161, ext. 1966, or email@example.com.


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LITHE GIVEAWAY FRIDAY! 25 Jan 2013
Happy Friday Lithers! This week we're giving away a Lithe NYC 5 Class Card ($155 value)! For a chance to win, please visit our Facebook page, "Like us" and then leave a comment at the post on Facebook (not here on the blog). A winner will be chosen at random tomorrow and the winner will be announced on Monday!


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Get Started with Microsoft Azure IoT Intel Edison Starter Kit
This repo contains the source code to help you get familiar with Azure IoT using the Azure IoT Intel Edison Starter Kit, it provides all CLI development experience. You will find the lesson-based tutorials below. To see senario-based Azure IoT tutorials with Intel Edison, please find tutorials on docs.microsoft.com
- Lesson 1: Configure your device
- Lesson 2: Create your IoT hub
- Lesson 3: Send device-to-cloud messages
- Lesson 4: Send cloud-to-device messages
We hope you enjoy the process. Please provide feedback if there's anything that we can improve.
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Apartment reviews
48 reviews to take away any doubts. Thanks to all our customers for their ratings and reviews. We hope their comments, compliments, and occasional complaints, help you choose your ideal stay.
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"The apartment was in an excellent location, was very clean and quiet and the owner we met was lovely. They have kitted the apartment out in good quality furniture and lighting so it didn't feel as though they were catering to the lowest common denominator. We had some difficulty over the establishing the password for the wifi which in the end didn't work out"
"location was charged more than was told by way to stay. spoke with the owner via phone and said the lady who manages the apartment could not give the refund but had to call way to stay. very hard to communicate with manager as she spoke NO english and there were no written instructions at the apartment."
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"in very central area-nice and clean-would have been good if literature on Paris sights in apartment"
"This apartment is in superb location. Latin quater has very French feel with tons of cafes and boutiques. This is very modern apartment although no views it made it quieter at night. I would have welcome a bath and a proper table with chairs rather than modern style table with bar chairs, but that is just me. Also for such price I was expecting some English channels or DVD player."
"location is great, style of apartment is great because of failure of agency there were check-in problems ( we were expected the day before)"
"The location was great right in the middle of the Latin quarter. First of many issues was the manager spoke zero English which made for the most stressful checkin and check out experience ever. The two numbers WAYTO STAY provided and stress that we call to confirm our stay were not usable. One number constantly went to voice mail in French and the other again did not speak even the the most basic English so communication was impossible. I would NOT recommend this apartment if you do not speak fluent French. The manager is supposed to be helpful on checkin make you aware of how to operate items in the apartment and give some local knowledge of the area and be contactable throughout the stay. Again the worst possible service in this regard. The apartment is small and inside the outer building so it felt closed in with no aspect. While we did not spend much time there it was not the sort of place I wanted to come back to after a day waling the streets of Paris. On a final note after along day of travel getting to the apartment and the language barrier to contend with we had to make out own beds and this was the last straw. Over all two out of ten. Would I tay there again? NO"
"Immaculate apartment with all the essentials for a wonderful stay is Paris. Great location in the centre of St Germain but a quiet oasis when you walk in the door. The apartment is stylishly decorated, has a lovely bathroom and superking size bed that still has room for baby cot in the bedroom. Kitchen is stocked with good quality cooking utensils, perfect for indulging in a little French cooking, and a great coffee machine to ensure you get your day off to a great start. The owners are very accommodating. Would highly recommend."
"Delighted with everything, but sofa-bed in sitting room is too high for a child and too small for an adult making a good night's sleep difficult."
"Very nice neighborhood and a excellent apartment!"
"The helpfulness of the landlord. Also, the apartment is ideally located. Its design/ layout is very comfortable."
"The flat is located in one of the best Parisian district. full of life. The flat is in a very good condition and has been fully refurbished. A good place to stay in order to enjoy and discover Paris"
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One-On-One Activities With Your Dog
Activities need not be organized or competitive to be fun for you and your pet. Getting out together—just the two of you—is another great way of giving your dog exercise and a change of scenery, as well as creating important bonding time with you. Involving your dog in some of the pastimes you already find rewarding can make these pursuits even more meaningful and enjoyable for you as well.
If your family is heading for an outdoor event or day trip, take your dog along. Where I live near the coast of Maine, a ferry takes passengers out to the various islands around Casco Bay and back to the mainland several times each day. As long as they are leashed, dogs are welcome to board the ferry to tag along with their seafaring owners. You don't have to leave land, though, to include your dog in your plans. Picnic at a local park, or have lunch at a restaurant with outdoor tables. State parks are often great places to bring pets, provided that dogs are allowed. Some wonderful books have been written to detail the best dog-friendly places in various locations around the United States. Check your local library or online for such locations where you live.
Hiking and Running
Walking and running are two of the healthiest forms of exercise for both people and dogs. What's more, taking part requires no fancy equipment or major expense. You can enjoy either activity virtually anywhere, anytime. When your dog walks or runs, his body utilizes and strengthens various muscles, and he experiences an increase in heart rate, a basic requirement of any cardiovascular activity. Sensible precautions must be taken with either pastime, though, to help prevent the dangers of physical injury, overexertion, and dehydration. Walking can serve as a sensible introduction to a more intense exercise program, such as running, or it can be a worthwhile activity in its own right. Ideal for dogs of virtually all fitness levels, walking strikes many people as the quintessential human–canine pastime. It requires no instruction, it provides both dogs and owners with a regular dose of fresh air and sunshine, and it can be adjusted to fit into almost any routine.
Running (or jogging) with your dog, on the other hand, is an activity that demands a bit more preparation and a lot more vigilance. A dog who has never before run for any length of time, for example, needs to be introduced to the pursuit gradually, starting with only very short distances in the beginning and progressively increasing them. Just because your dog can run around with you in the backyard for what seems like hours on end does not mean he can keep up with you on a genuine 5- mile (8-km) run with no practical experience.
Always be on the lookout for signs that your dog needs a break. These can range from subtle (panting excessively and slowing down) to more obvious (increased salivation and outright stopping to sit down) indicators. If your dog tells you he needs to rest, honor his request by finding the nearest patch of shade for a respite period. Never run without taking along water for both you and your dog.
If your dog is overweight, you should discuss the prospect of running together with your veterinarian, who may likely suggest postponing vigorous exercise until his weight is down to a more reasonable level. In the meantime, grab your dog's leash, don your walking shoes, and get on the road to better health by putting one foot in front of the other.
Some owners prefer to train and exercise their dogs in less structured settings, perhaps at home in their backyards. This more relaxed approach can serve as a basis for more conventional training down the road or be used for nothing more than pure fun. By observing your dog during this kind of play, you can also gain much insight into his learning style and potential for different activities. A dog who likes to run and jump may be well suited for agility, whereas a dog who seems to look to you for direction during play may be an excellent candidate for obedience.
The best thing about all these activities is that you are not required to continue up a ladder of success. A friend of mine has a very intelligent dog who especially enjoys the tunnels in agility, but shows no interest in any of the other obstacles. Agility competitions are not for this animal, but she still has a load of fun streaming through the vivid nylon passageways in her own backyard nonetheless. Listening to the cues your dog gives you about what he most likes and dislikes is one of the best things you can do to meet his needs and create rewarding pastimes for you both.
Playing Ball
Many dogs enjoy playing ball. Make sure your dog's ball is the right size for his mouth. A smaller dog will have trouble picking up a large ball, and a bigger pet can choke on a tiny ball. The best way to play ball with a smaller pet is by bouncing the ball gently away from the dog and allowing him to run after it, or by rolling the ball slowly toward him. If your dog is larger and athletic, you may consider investing in a ball with a throwing wand. This long, spoon-like item helps owners throw the ball greater distances.
Fetch is a game that can be played with any toy your dog fancies. Keep in mind, however, that your dog might not be especially keen on giving up a particularly treasured item once he has taken possession of it. This can be part of the fun for your dog, but discontinue play if his possessiveness escalates to aggressive behavior.
Follow the Leader
Many dogs are naturals at playing follow the leader. Using various kinds of impromptu obstacles, this game can easily be played in a backyard or inside the home using furniture, hallways, and other items within your home as props. Placing a reward, such as a favorite toy or other treat, at the end of the course can be a fun addition.
Hide and Seek
Playing hide and seek is a great way to practice the sit, stay,and come commands with your dog. After giving the first two commands, find a place to hide and then call your dog. Remember to reward him for finding you. You can also hide a treat for your dog to find. As your dog becomes more and more adept at locating the treat, try hiding additional treats, which will lay the groundwork for a treasure hunt.
Playing Chase
One of the biggest mistakes an owner can make is chasing his or her dog during play. By doing so you are essentially teaching your dog to run away from you. This does not mean you must decline if your dog initiates a thrilling game of chase. Just make sure that you are always the one being chased and that the game remains playful and fun. Through well-planned playtime, you will be training your dog to always follow you.
Playing With Toys
Finally, don't forget toys! Toys can be a great motivator to get your dog moving. Saving one or two special items for more active playtimes can help ensure that your dog will be willing to participate in a good old-fashioned game of fetch when the time comes. Toys are also great non-edible rewards to use at the end of an informal training session. Find a non-edible Nylabone toy that's perfect for your dog!
Believe it or not, some dogs can be taught to pick up and put away their own toys. A variation of playing fetch, this game of sorts can be a fun and useful way to cap off each play session. Like many other games, it can alo be a great foundation for further training activities.
Establish a Playtime Routine
Seize the opportunity for play whenever your schedule allows. You don't need big chunks of time! Your dog will actually get more out of several shorter periods of play throughout the day than he will from one longer, exhausting session.
As with more organized activities, it is best to end games on a positive note. If you quit playing while your dog is still having fun, he will be more interested in joining in the fun the next time. This will help maintain his attention if you do wish to incorporate training into future play times.
Playtime, whether organized or spontaneous, can be a great stress reliever for both you and your new pet. When dogs are given an adequate amount of recreation time, they are healthier, happier, and better behaved. I can't think of a better habit to adopt than regular playtime with your beloved pet.
Material adapted from The Happy Adopted Dog (Terra Nova) (T.F.H. Publications, 2009), used by permission.


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I had a brainstorm since, my opinons do draw heated debates and varieties of a vision about Cambridge. let's have some Democracy!
Take the simple Poll, which I wish they would provide User's here the option to create a poll.
Poll 1:
Should a minimum of $12 per hour be set for empoyees? Since, the cost of living has increased due to the water hike, property taxes, price of food, ect.
Yes or No?
Poll 2:
If, no minimum wage is increased to $12 per hour. Should the city then reduce the taxation of the citizens of Cambridge to aleviate the reduction of failure to increase living standards.
Yes or No?
Poll 3:
Should Government funding be channeled to provide support for our school and create higher education for our children?
Yes or No?
Poll 4:
What size should Cambridge grow if, given the opportunity that was passed on to others?
Keep it small?
We should atleast grow to the size of Zanesville?
Big as Cambridge could possibly get?
Poll 5:
Main Street Cambridge should always be preserved as the icon of it's past days reflecting the 1800s.
Yes or No?
Poll 6:
If, Global companies were to target Cambridge for their growth, and provide a minimum that would compensate any employee for the cost of living in this county or city. What location would be best suited for logistics and traffic of employees?
More towards byesville?
More towards northside?
More towards 40 west?
More towards 40 east?
More towards Saltfork?
Poll 7:
Cambridge has been given a magical bean, called, "The 77/70 Cross" This magical bean can bring any industry to Cambridge, what industry would you prefer to see?
Big Box retail and Warehousing?
Consumer Electronic Manufacturing?
Textiles and Plastics?
Scientific and Telecomunications?
Food Production and Commodities?
Financial and Academic Industry?
Logistical and Transportation?
Poll 8:
Given that Cambridge would indeed explode and boom in population among industry.
Should we accomodate the population increase by annexing divisions to the following directions?
Poll 9:
Keeping in mind not only the population that is already past the age of 21 and currently employed. What plans should we make as a city to increase the likelyhood our children to have a future here in Cambridge?
Invite Higher education institutions to base here in Cambridge?
Provide an increasing revenue aquired by our growth to up size the already existing school programs?
Place, a community trust fund for students that are able to fund a higher education?
Provide places for our children to expand their social activities, which do not truly exist of now?
Poll 10:
How and when should we upgrade our public services
Police, Fire, Street, Utilities, and ect. ?
Within the first year of expansion?
Within two years of expansion?
Within five years of expansion?
Poll 11:
How fast would you want to see Cambridge begin an expansion?
One year?
Two years?
Five years?
Never, we like as a retired town?
Poll 12:
Given serious thought over the future of Cambridge, with all questions posed. Where do you see yourself in the next five years in regards to an expansion of Cambridge?