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Yes, Strut is going back to the well. This third Disco Not Disco dispatch necessarily lacks the power of its two predecessors, which helped make this the dominant retro aesthetic of the early aughties. A lot of the people who got off on this shit then were crate-diggers who had no problem finding and exposing further rarities, and there simply isnt that much of it left that hasnt been heard. This stuff is now mainstream nostalgia, and has lost the surprise element. That doesnt keep this disc down, though. This beautifully sequenced comp illustrates that, no matter how many times revisited or how cheapened by bland imitation, this era of dance music, with its original risk, rage and mystery intact, will always be a joy to behold.
Neither an obsessive gem-grubbing mission nor a pro-forma party mix, it blends increasingly familiar micro-classics (Shriekbacks My Spine Is the Bassline, James White and the Blacks Contort Yourself, Delta 5s Mind Your Own Business) with primitive Detroit house (A Number of Names Sharevari) and the dark, eggheaded 4/4 meditations of Isotope and Yellow Magic Orchestra. And it all flows together well enough that the transitions emphasize fresh elements of each track. Lest we forget, this stuff was never that great without a particularly intuitive DJ in the house.
Disco Not Disco III begins with a dubby kiss-off (Laundrette, from scenster, music writer and John Lydon pal Vivien Goldman) and ends with a dubby abstraction (Silent Street/Silent Dub, from the recently anthologized Maximum Joy). In between, it flows through a couple of aforementioned hits into loose, jazzy territory, through the darkness of YMO and Material, and into a stretch of roomy, protracted club cuts (notably Sharevari and Six Sed Reds poppy S&M paean Beat Em Right). Seamless, no, but its mixed in such a way that it sounds like a movement, not like a bunch of odds and ends that somehow, even in the massive wake that LCD Soundsystem and company have generated, havent been played out yet.
Of course, the collection still suffers a bit from predictability and diminishing returns. This stuff has come and gone many times over, and no one needs to be reminded that there are alternate histories to the stifling doom of rockism. Considering the sky-high production values and dashing experimentalism that permeate current pop, hip hop and R&B, what was once wildly dangerous can now only sound charmingly primitive. As much as it still snaps and crackles at its best moments, the sounds of post-punk, electro and leftfield disco classics have become ever more paradoxically comfortable.
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I only started plugging my leftover alignment holes to stop my confusion. When I get do a lot of double-sided machining, I lift the project to flip it..... and have to figure out which set of holes match..
You need to sort your jobs out so some of them use the same sort of size board, that way you can use the same set of holes for multiple jobs
Maple and so to get a dimensional lumber 8" wide would require a 1" X 10" which would get very pricey. All of my results have been close but not close enough when CNCing. My last attempt I made a two sided jig square to 90 degrees. My material is square. So I centered the bit in the corner of the jig. What I forgot was the bit is 1/2" so I needed to be 1/4" further on x and y. In the tutorial they make mention of zeroing z on both sides of the material. So if the material is square, and the thickness is the thickness, once you have your set up why would it be necessary to reset any axis. The material is the same thickness from both sides? If, and I say if, your set up of the bit is correct, with the jig in place this should be repeatable. Now that's my thinking but I have been unable to produce it in the flesh.
It doesn't need to be 8" wide as long as it is long enough to fit the dowel holes in at the sides of the material it would probably be OK
The reason for the tutorials setting the z zero from both sides is because wood is rarely the size it claims to be so you would need to measure it accurately & use that figure in your job set up. Same goes for the wood being square, if you have a way to accurately size & square your timber then there shouldn't be a problem using a jig, I generally use the dowel method so I don't have to spend time making sure my material is absolutely correct. I am not actually sure I have the tools to do that

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The following code can be used for this.
$ find /home/sunil -type f -size +20000k -exec ls -lh {} \; | awk '{ print $8 ": " $5 }'
You can replace /home/sunil with what ever path you want to search. Also you can try changing the size from 20000k( 20MB) to some other value.


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|7 really old textbooks, 4 old reference manuals, 1 stack of old organizer pages - 28 pounds
Also in the box was a bag of old personal organizer pages, again from 20 years ago. Why I've kept them, I have no earthly idea; by this time, all of the information on them is very likely to be obsolete. Certainly I don't need my to-do lists from two decades ago! I guess it's a case of "out of sight, out of mind"; once it's tucked away in a box in the attic, don't give it another thought.


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Booty, booty, booty, booty rocking everywhere!! Remember when Sofia Vergara posted a pic of her booty in a thong last month (We're still trying to get her secret for the tight, plump butt!)? Well Thalia just did the same, and now the two are being compared nonstop!
So we thought we'd weigh in. Obvi both chicas have amazing booties, but who wins for the best nalga selfie? Vote below!
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Yesterday I get two spures from this new set for to paint.
The set will certainly please the friends of antiquity and especially the Romans. Because these are Ancient Germans. So far, there were only four Germanic sets of Strelets (2x), Caesar Miniatures and HÄT.
Personally, I'm impressed with the miniatures and I like the quality. On a sprue are 12 figures in different poses. Here you can see the blanks and in a few days they will be shown painted in a new preview video in my video-channel.
The set is available in a few weeks (Webshop: http://www.Linear-A.de)
Preview-Homepage: https://www.Minisoldiers.de
Youtube-Channel: Link-Playlist (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lh6rhVf ... ieVePPhYM9)


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I've started a campaign to raises votes or donations for an adaptive bike for Bronson. Bronson will be turning 11 this month. He was diagnosed with autism at age 3. He has worked very hard over the years to get where he is today. We hope to continue his growth, development, independence and strength with this bike!
The most votes wins or if we make our fundraising goal he will get a bike as well. He loves to be outside and being active. Unfortunately a regular bicycle doesn't work for him. Training wheels can only work on smaller sizes and he has outgrown them. He is now fearful of even getting on a smaller bike with training wheels because he has tipped over a few times. Although he has made great improvements, sensory, motor, core, balance and coordination issues prevent him from his success right now. We would love to be able to share the love of biking with him.
His birthday is this month and we would be thrilled to be able to give him this gift that would last him well into adulthood. Thank you all for your ongoing support!!!!
motor skills,balance and coordination delays. Sensory issues, fear of sitting on unstable bike. Core weakness


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For most of us, the days of eating pureed squash, baby peas and mashed bananas were over when we turned 2.
Not true for Hollywood's A-list. Rumor has it, celebs like Lady Gaga, Marcia Cross, Jennifer Aniston and Reese Witherspoon have all followed the Baby Food Diet, which calls for eating baby food throughout the day, with an option to have a healthy adult meal (put on your big girl pants!) at dinner.
And while none of these stars are fessing up (Aniston hilariously said she has been on solids since she turned 1), we probably wouldn't admit it if we were subsisting on strained carrots, either.
So is this "diet" safe?
Bonus: Work out with Lady Gaga!
"It's not a long-term plan for weight loss -- most people aren't going to eat baby food forever," says Patricia Bannan, registered dietitian and author of Eat Right When Time is Tight. "In fact, most people will be lucky if they last a few days. In addition, the lack of chewing, texture and taste is less than satisfying. And that can set a dieter up for overeating or even binging."
But yes -- surviving on baby food will most likely trigger weight loss.
"A jar of baby food is fortified with nutrients and is generally low in fat, sugar, and salt. Plus, at 15 to 100 calories a jar, it's portion controlled and convenient, which can be very helpful for those looking to drop weight easily," she says.
But you will only shed pounds if you control the types of baby food, number of jars and the calories in the supplemental meals. And keep in mind, baby food is designed for babies, not overweight adults. Babies and adults have different calorie and nutrient needs. Baby food also lacks fiber, calcium and vitamin D.
Still want portion-controlled meals you can eat on the go? Puree your own fruits or vegetables (think sweet potatoes, peas, carrots, pears or apricots) with the skin on for added fiber. Better yet, snack on fresh, seasonal fruits and load up on veggies at each meal.
"Real fruits and vegetables like a crisp pear, sweet berries or fiber-filled greens are a much better choice for long-term weight loss and satisfaction," says Bannan. "As with baby food, they are low in calories but provide added texture, taste and nutrition for long-term weight loss success."
Related links:
Maria Menounos's Do-Anywhere Workout
SELF's 2011 Healthy Food Awards


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"Oh noes!", I thought. I ran out to see if Mr_Kabapu's big castle was still there. Looked like it was, mostly. I then went to check the goodie chest. It was not a good news. The chest where we stored all the diamond, iron blocks, red stone ...etc, was empty. Nothing left.
Why did they roll the server back? Charz started to tell the story. So earlier, Sabino gave Charz the town money from ParadiseCity bank leaving maybe only $25 in it. When the new tax day came, ParadiseCity couldn't afford the tax so it started to collapse, including its outposts. Deco's beautiful pyramid was included, and other people's nice big buildings. So people started to panic and a server roll back was done. Somehow the roll back was not perfect. It created random holes and messed up with people's chests.
It feels like the server is not very stable at the moment. I feel they might just roll back things whenever. While I can understand why they had to do the roll back last night, I lost my motivation to do more for now. I will need to see if they will give us back the things we lost - 40+ blocks of iron, 100ish diamonds, and lots of other things. It is not funny. Once I know what they are going to do with the server, I will decide what to do then.
* Update : We got most of the important things back. Also Mr_Kabapu's castle was all patched up. We will be recovering from that easily. Thanks to the Mods and wirm for being very helpful. I am glad it turned out well in the end.
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What Employers Expect From The Modern Employee
We've been discussing the new normal in the workforce.
Today, employers are still hiring great people, but these employers seem more careful than ever when it comes to hiring.
No longer will most companies hire just for the sake of hiring. Companies are trying to be smarter when it comes to hiring because it saves them time and money in the long run. No company wants to hire today only to lay off employees in a few years.
This reality makes the job market difficult and frustrating for jobseekers. But if you know what employers are looking for from employees today you can position yourself to get a great position.
And you know that when you get hired today you're likely to be in a good position for many years.
At Design & Construct, we see qualities employers will always look for in employees, but each has a little modern twist.
If you're looking for a better job then take the time to read these points. Aligning yourself with the ideal modern employee profile will help you be in a better position to get your dream job in the design and construction industries.
History of Success (Not Always in a Specific Area)
Nobody can predict the future, but we all try to look at past performance as an indicator of what will happen in the future.
At design and construction companies, executives are looking for a history of success from candidates. Ideally they want someone that has a history of success in the exact role they are hiring for, but that's an ideal scenario.
Hiring teams know that they won't always find the perfect candidate in terms of experience.
This means that companies have to look for a history of success in life in other areas as an indicator of success in other areas.
For example, if a firm is hiring an entry-level engineer they know the person likely isn't going to have a lot of experience designing skyscrapers, but the company isn't looking for that person for this type of job.
Instead, the company is looking for a history of success in other areas. They want to see that you've done well throughout your life, especially recently, in different areas.
Maybe you've done well in school. For recent university graduates it's good to have a history of success in the classroom and in outside activities.
Perhaps you've done well in sports or other activities. Being a team leader even on a local sporting team shows employers that you're willing to try new things and do what it takes to become successful.
Take part in local events such as fundraisers. Take the lead on the event and see if you can bring in the most donations in the history of the event.
Give your time as a coach or mentor for local children. See if you can help each of the kids improve in sports, school or a different skill that will help them in life.
For an even more modern twist try creating a blog or a website where you build an audience of followers.
Each of these requires only your time and effort, but they will go a long way toward proving to your future employer that you're driven to succeed.
That's an important trait employers look for when hiring someone.
Past success is an indicator of future success.
Complementary Core Values
We've also talked about culture on the blog before.
At Design & Construct, we see it all the time. Companies and employees work well for a little while only to see things go bad.
It's nobody's fault. Intentions were for the employee and the employer to be happy with each other for many years, but in the long run the core values of the company and its employees become an important indicator of synthesis.
This means that your core values need to complement or align with the company you want to work for. If your core values are different then it's likely the job won't work out well in the long run. You'll be frustrated and so will the people you work with.
The people in charge of hiring today are aware of culture. They often have a listen of the company core values with them in every interview.
Some companies are focused on being the best in the industry. Others are focused on profit. Others are focused on being conservative in nature while always giving back to the community no matter what. Others will focus on being risky and giving employees the opportunity to make a lot of money.
Employers are looking for jobseekers with similar core values.
This is nothing you can really change. What you can do is look at yourself and figure out what motivates you in life.
Make note of these things and learn to communicate them during the hiring process. If you find a company that has matching core values you'll want to share stories from your life and your work that communicate what your core values are to the person across the table from you.
Do this and you're likely to get hired because the employee will know that you'll be happy in the long run and that happiness often leads to high quality work.
Consistency and Reliability
Employers like people that perform at a high level, but often performing at a high level requires taking risks and that can be uncomfortable for many companies.
For example, if you reach the upper levels of the construction industry and you take on risky jobs that offer either high profits or big busts you can really shine or the company could sink.
You have to take some risk in your career, but employers are looking for consistency. They want to see that you're always improving and always performing at a specific level.
Failure is all right as long as it doesn't cost the company big dollars. This means cutting down on the risk a bit in favor of performing consistently at your job.
We can relate consistency in the work place to sports. Often it's the players a coach can always count on to perform that are the most valuable. A player that is always there allows the coach not to worry while a player that always takes risk will give the coach fits because there will always be flashes of brilliance mixed with flashes of regret.
Also, make yourself available for the employer. Show that you've always been on time and have missed little work over your career even if you have to look back on your university years.
Employers want to see that they can count on you even if something happens and you're required to work more hours.
Firms want consistency and reliability more than flash and risk.
Online Skills
The modern employee today ideally knows at least the basics when it comes to the Internet.
Employers want to see that you know the basics of using email, Web apps and even social media. This shows that you're willing to learn new things.
The design and construction industry has always had a big footprint in technology. Employees are often required to learn new things whether it's a new technology or new process.
Complete your online profiles. Launch an inexpensive, but professional personal website to showcase your online skills.
You'll show potential employers that you're connecting with what is happening now.
Common Sense Approach
A classic trait many firms look for in employees is common sense.
We just discussed the ability to stay up-to-date with trends and technology, but it's easy to get caught up in hype.
Employers are looking for someone that gets caught up in things. They want someone that can take a common sense approach to every aspect of the job.
If you have common sense you'll be sought after for advice during personal one-on-one conversations. People will come to you seeking perspective on a variety of decisions.
You'll also be someone that brings value to meetings because you can keep the excitement or disappointment under control. It's a very valuable trait that is difficult to find.
When you sit down with interviewers share a few stories and show them how your common sense approach to life can reflect well in the office or even on the construction site.
For most jobs, especially entry-level jobs, employers are looking for someone they can coach.
There are too many people that feel they know everything there is to know.
Your experience and knowledge will come in handy at your job and you want to represent it, but you also want to show that you're coachable.
In interviews and in other communication with potential employers, share stories of how you've worked with a team and learned from your co-workers and from your superiors.
Give credit to others for showing you how to do things. Then talk about how you took that knowledge and used it to drive you to learn even more.
If you're coachable the employer will get excited about all the ways they can take you and turn you into a star employee.
It's great for them, but also great for you.
Ultimately, you'll be judged on a profit level. It's the nature of the business world. The employer wants to know that you'll bring profit to the business.
Businesses need profit to survive and if an employee isn't adding profit to the business they're taking it away and that's a losing battle right from the start.
A good exercise is to figure out the value you bring to the potential employer. You don't necessarily have to share this with the employers you meet, but it is good to understand the profit you can bring to the company.
This understanding not only lets you know if it's worth it for the company to hire you, but you can use the knowledge to negotiate better salaries.
The modern workforce has changed. Employers are more particular about the people they hire.
The tips in this article should provide an understanding of the traits employers look for today.
Align yourself with these traits and you should find yourself in better position to land the job of your dreams.


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It's Christmastime!
It's Christmastime?
(usually how my thought process goes from November 1st to December 25th)
Christmas is my favorite time of year and it is fast approaching (aka TOMORROW)), and I really wanted to do a festive post to sprinkle onto the season. So I thought I'd share a few memories from Christmases past ^_^
The most picturesque Christmas I had was when we lived in Georgia. I was about four or five and in the house we had a large living room to the right, a wooden stairway in the center, and two swinging doors that led to the kitchen on the right.
We set up a giant tree (well, giant to my four-year-old eyes) in the corner, hung the stockings on the mantel, wound red ribbon garland on the rails of the stairs, and lit the fireplace to ward off the cold every night.
My brothers and I slept in front of the fireplace on Christmas Eve, watching the flames flicker and dance up the chimney. We wondered how Santa was going to come down without igniting his backside on fire. Mom assured us they would put it out later. We dozed by the warmth of the glow and pretended to be asleep as Dad carried us up to bed. Strangely enough, I don't remember that Christmas morning.
Fast forward to nine-year-old me in Florida, who had long, stringy brown hair, a little too much attitude, and a sentimental spirit beyond repair.
We had just moved houses.
We moved on Christmas Eve.
Our other house was only fifteen minutes away, and we had just moved our beds, furniture, and Christmas tree into the new house.
I'll never forget this moment.
I was walking out of the shower (dripping wet because I never dried off) and Dad told me to come into the living room. I did and saw a black tail swish beneath the couch.
I thought it was a snake.
After some prodding, Dad revealed a cat! I GOT A CAT FOR CHRISTMAS! (her name is Peanut and she's still alive ^_^)
That same night, my mom left at midnight to go back to the other house and retrieve my hamster. Why? Because I'd be heartbroken without her. She surprised me with that in the morning.
Best parents of the year.
Zoom in to recent years, as in last year. For the past four Christmases, my family and I have gone camping in Georgia to get some colder air, see some lights, and reminisce about living there long ago.
Last year…was rough. It rained every. Single. Day.
And this wasn't normal rain.
I love rain. I really do. I thoroughly enjoy stormy weather.
We got 17 inches in five days.
In a pop-up camper.
That leaked.
A lot of places were flooding, actually, but we were on a mountain in a high spot, so we weren't literally washed away. But it was wet. And it wasn't even cold!! It was hot!
I was laying on my end of the camper, feet drawn to my chest because the bottom corner of the mattress and blankets were soaked.
We have a dome that extends from our camper to give us more coverage, and a large wicker mat that goes on the bottom.
We usually set up the mini Christmas tree out there and open our gifts on the floor. This Christmas, however, the floor would squish and made little puddles every time we stepped on it, so we had all of our presents in a Tupperware box and made sure to keep our feet off the ground and dodge the few leaks that infiltrated the covering above.
But it was so much fun.
That afternoon we went hiking around the state park, got soaked by both the rain and a waterfall, and made pancakes. It was wet, but one of the most memorable Christmases to date!
So there are just a few of my memories that came to mind while writing this!
This is probably going to be my last post of the year, so I wish you all a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! Seriously, I have met so many wonderful friends through this blog and Twitter, I love you guys so much!
What are some holiday memories you'd like to share? I'd love to hear them! =D


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Jacket: Boohoo - Sweater: Asos (similar here) - Jeans: River Island (similar here) - Bag: Mango (similar here) - Boots: Topshop
Photography by Megan Ward
Like every new year before, I saw this one roll in with a barrage of new year, new me promises. And whilst I'm not one to partake in such nonsense *(note disdain due to my lack of success with previous attempts) I was intrigued when the lovely people at BOOHOO asked if I'd like to take part in their new year fashion resolution campaign.
If you're anything like the Laura of new year's past, then you will be well into the breaking of your resolutions . . . it's OK fam, step into the circle of trust and let it all out, ain't no judgement here, for I am the queen of breaking resolutions and I feel you! It's just too bloody hard to stick to sometimes.
But, put a fashion spin on that challenge and I'm all ears. So, for my new year's fashion resolution,
I will wear . . . more staple pieces.
Let's be honest here, we've all made the mistake of feeding into those ridiculous, short lived trends for which we find ourselves looking back, totally perplexed at our fashion choices (silver leggings anyone??). This not only puts a dent in our ego but our bank balance too. So this year I resolve to purchase only items that have longevity, that will serve as a staple in my wardrobe. And the first port of call was this gorgeous biker jacket, that will not only suit many an outfit, but many a season too.
Laura x x x


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My mother-in-law, a true lover of wildlife, sent me this video (thanks, Mom!), and I knew right away that I'd have to share it on my blog. You'll see moose, beaver, bear, and elk, along with many more animals set against picturesque backdrops of Yellowstone National Park, Grand Teton National Park, and The National Elk Refuge in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. With musical accompaniment by Kenny G., this breathtakingly beautiful footage evokes a sense of pride in our beloved United States of America!
Scott McKinley Productions created this as an advertising campaign for the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation. It was awarded Best of Show in Missoula, Montana's International Wildlife Film Festival.
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Gail Simone and Derlis Santacruz perform a bit of heavy lifting in "Batman: The Dark Knight #23.1: The Ventriloquist." For people who haven't read the character's debut in "Batgirl," they need to introduce the character. For those who are reading "Batgirl," they still need to keep the book interesting. Last but not least, they're tying it into the events of "Forever Evil" with Gotham City plunged into a blackout and the world fearing that the Justice League is dead. With all that in mind, I need to give them props in turning out a comic that hits all three of those points.
Simone livens up the telling of the Ventriloquist's backstory by creating a deliberate dissonance between what Shauna says and what actually happened. Once you start to see the deliberate differences between the two, it simultaneously becomes fun to see just how far apart the two versions are, and also a little worrisome when you begin to understand just how far-removed from reality the Ventriloquist is. By the time that people start dying around her when she was still a child, it's become quite clear that no one here is safe and that she's truly mad.
At the same time, Simone also creates a bit of drama by setting part of it in the present day, which I appreciate. Everything in terms of the plot of "Batman: The Dark Knight" #23.1 doesn't require outside understanding; if you don't know what's going on in "Forever Evil," you can still read this because Simone establishes that there's a massive power failure within Gotham City. You don't need to know the finer details, and by deliberately keeping that from being a necessity, it's much more new-reader friendly. Even the brief flash to what I can only assume is the Ventriloquist's appearance and capture in "Batgirl" earlier this year goes smoothly, because once again I felt like I didn't need to know more to still like this comic.
Santacruz's pencils remind me so much of Don Kramer's that I actually had to double-check the credits to make sure I hadn't misremembered the artist for "Batman: The Dark Knight" #23.1. Santacruz (like Kramer) has a rounded, tight way of drawing people's faces, and panels with good backgrounds and surrounding detail. The best thing about this comic's art, though, is that he draws the young version of Shauna. With that nasty determined look on her face as a classmate dies, her sociopathic nature is revealed in a way that the words alone couldn't convey.
There's one final little twist three pages from the end that adds an extra level of menace, with the death of the last gang member inside the theatre. It's that sort of moment that could mean any one of a number of things (a split personality, or some other force that's also in control) and hopefully it'll get followed up upon sooner or later. For now, though, it's a nice final gut punch for a dark comic. Obviously this isn't the sort of comic that you'd want to read on a monthly basis, but for a diversion into an all-villains extravaganza, this is what we should be getting.


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This time of year always gets to me, in a good way. It's a whole season of excitement filled with family and friends and even strangers wishing you a wonderful life. I'm grateful for each and every one of them. Even though 2011 has been a challenging year for my family, in many ways, it has been a year of renewed strength, shared wisdom and open embraces. I will never forget this year. And now, that the time has pushed us to the end of the calendar where we say goodbye to 2011 and hello to 2012, I have the same itch coursing through my veins that I get ever year at this time. It's time to set my New Year's goals.
Yup, I'm a goal setter. I actually make a list (not more than ten goals). They range from personal growth, health improvement, to professional objectives, and even reading a classic novel I've never read before. I think hard about them before committing them to an index card which I insert into the sleeve of my Day-Timer and carry with me. It's funny at the times when I thought I didn't have another minute or energy to spare, I'd find that list and it made me realize the promise I made to myself and somehow I'd find the time to do fulfill the vow.
Looking back on my list, I'm satisfied that given the additional commitments I've shouldered in 2011, I did pretty darn good in meeting my goals. Could I have done better? Probably. I know at times, I've left life upset me to the point I didn't feel like pushing myself, but, that is a lesson learned. So with 2012 staring me in the face and armed with new-found wisdom, I'm making my goal list for 2012 tonight. Tomorrow, I'll kiss this year goodbye and start on a new leg of the journey called life. WINK
Friday, December 30, 2011
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Thursday, December 22, 2011
Happy Holidays!
Happy holidays to all my friends.
Snow or no snow, the Christmas season is my favorite holiday. The world seems to slow down, just a bit, enough to allow family and friends to gather and catch-up.
I love making special dishes and desserts for all to enjoy. Today, I baked six different cookies--recipes which have been handed down from my great-grandmothers. Why is it we only make them at the holidays?
I love watching the eyes of the little ones brighten as they gaze up at the Christmas tree, searching for the ornaments they made the year before. Yes, they do remember.
My sweet DH always wraps one gag gift for a lucky family member. It's so funny to watch their reaction when opening it.
I can't wait for the celebration to begin. I hope you enjoy your holiday week and remember to stay safe.
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Tuesday, December 13, 2011
Can The Holidays Be Happy For A Busy Mom?
Holidays are a time for family and friends, but with all we have to do it seems there is little time left over to spend with the family and friends. Let me share my philosophy, which will help relieve the stress your feeling. Your family and friends will never know or notice what you didn't get done. They will only see all that you did do.
So this year, I'm baking a limited amount of Christmas cookies and not the piles I normally do. There are always so many left over and I'm the one who tries to eat as many as I can before feeding the rest to the birds and deer. I don't need or have time to spend extra minutes on the treadmill.
Everyone will get one wrapped gift this year, so they get that feeling of opening a surprise package but the rest of the gifts are going into bags or are card gifts.
Christmas breakfast will be a crockpot filled with cream chipped beef which can be made the day before. Christmas dinner will not be the sit down dinner that Thanksgiving was, but trays of lasagna which I also will make the day before. I'm using throw away trays mind you. WINK And, desert will be cookies, chocolates, fruit amd maybe a pie or two.
Am I being lazy. No. My whole family isn't able to get together very often. Life is too busy for us all. I don't want to spend it in the kitchen. I'd rather enjoy them. Memories are made when you're together, not over the internet.
So do you have any time-saving hints or recipes for this holiday?
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La chronique de Suzy Menkes
The rainbow of shades on the pillars that pierced the catwalk sent an instant message that Jonathan Saunders was building his show on colour.
And pattern.
Dresses and jackets with swirly waves of red competed for attention with straight lines of similar brightness.
Colour might curl across the body of a dress in waves of orange, blue and silver.
Most evident was a visual rupture, when straight lines bisected circles of colour.
As a geometric statement using set square and compass, it was an impressive exercise. But there was something awkward about the show – and not just the lace-up boots that had the models wobbling past each chromatic pillar.
Saunders has been working for some time on colours as body language. This season he turned it into an art form. But too much artistry and not enough down-to-earth clothing may make for wardrobe complications.
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'Tis the season of layers — we're wearing 'em and, admittedly, talking a lot about them. While the instinct to wear tons of clothes is a natural reaction to the weather, expert layering is way easier said than done. And, quite frankly, a lot of layering tactics only sound good in theory: Oh, just pile on the clothes and mix all the textures you want. In reality, though, nonstrategic layering can quickly lead to sloppy, bulky puff.
So, for a primer in Fall Layering 101, we tasked five of our stylish staffers to raid Century 21 Department Store in search of the key designer gems that'll help transition their personal styles into fall and share how they do the artful pile-on. When you're ready to stock up on your own transitional-weather pieces, be sure to enter for a chance to win a $1,500 shopping spree from C21! Up ahead, we're pulling back the layers of, ahem, layering.


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These days, video game cover art isn't much to look at. Most game boxes feature the protagonist of a game front and center, usually holding a weapon of some kind. The cover art for the upcoming Doom (seen below) is almost a parody of these types of covers, which is odd considering how a game where you fight demonic hellspawn had a lot to work. The cover was lampooned on social media to the point where Bethesda had to create reverse sleeve art that folks could swap out for the bland and boring official cover.
On Twitter, Bethesda released two images for people to vote on, with the winner being the one that would adorn the inner sleeve of the game's box. The video below shows how the winning piece of art was created by id Software's Alex Palma. The picture is an homage to the original cover of the first Doom game. Like that classic image, we see the unnamed space marine surrounded by a horde of evil demons that are out to kill him. Despite being faced with overwhelming odds, it's clear that the protagonist is in control of the situation. It's a striking image that, I dare say, is actually better than the original '90s artwork.
While Doom will still feature its official generic-looking cover art, it is nice to know that we can swap it out for something that makes us actually want to play the game. Hopefully Bethesda will sell this piece of art in their store sometime in the future.
Doom will be released for the PC, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One on May 13.


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AMC Classic Central City 10
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The Central City 10 was open in the late-1990's. It is operated by Carmike Cinemas. Amenities include digital projection and sound, 3D capabilities, online ticketing, stadium seating and first run attractions.
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KennyCagle on January 25, 2015 at 2:01 pm
This cinema does not have stadium seating. In fact, all 10 houses are the same size with about 75 seats on an almost level floor. Hot Springs is in dire need of a modern and up-to-date cinema.
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We are tickled to introduce our new white tree to our line of already totally amazing products. We know, we know. It's too fabulous for words.
Stands 3 Feet Tall. Stands in a killer white base with white rocks GLUED inside of it instead of moss (how cool, no chasing rocks down the sidewalk)....AND the trunk is twisted (like us)...
You must get one or two or ten for your next event. Can you imagine how beautiful this would be draped in some strands of beads or mirrors?
The branches on this fabulous tree are bendable. So you can easily bend each branch to your desired position (see notes below), and for storage or transport, you can bend them into a "thinner" position.
To decorate, we simply used:
1) 15 feet of our 30 Foot Long Clear Beaded Strands (Shabby Chic)
2) Approximately 5 each of our "Miranda", "Carrie", and "Samantha" Acrylic Pendants.
Each bead on our 30 Foot Long Clear Beaded Strand is attached to the next with a jump ring. Seperating them to use in foot-long sections is a snap. The acrylic pendants all have the same jump ring at the top, so we just added them to the sections of strands.
It's easy, and beautiful and affordable! You don't need to use glass or lead crystal to create a stunning crystal tree. All you need is high-quality acrylic beads and fabulous trees from Wild Things!
To decorate the tree below (4Í Size) that looks like a Weeping Willow of Beads, we used 3 of our Diamonds Crystal Beaded Curtains in the 6' length, cut them up, and draped the beads over the branches!
To decorate the tree in the image below, we simply used: 2 dozen Acrylic Garland Strands - Diamonds (item number 189300329), and an assortment of our acrylic ornaments! Each of the strands of beads that we carry that are attached to each other with jump rings are easily made longer or shorter, and adding the acrylic ornaments to the end just takes SECONDS!
Bendable Branches: These ARE bendable. You can SHAPE the branches into a wider position than the way that they arrive in the box. You DO NEED TO BE GENTLE with the way that you spread the branches open. If you bend them down too far, you run the risk of breaking branches. If you do this, you can repair and repaint them using paint that sticks to plastic. You cannot bend each branch until it is completely horizontal from the tree unless you are 1) very careful about it 2) willing to run the risk of breaking a branch or compromising the integrity of the paint finish.


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Jackie Simpson
NEBDN Certificate in Dental Nursing, NEBDN Certificate in Conscious Sedation, Certificate in Dental Reception, NVQ Customer Service, BTEC Advanced Diploma in Care Co-ordination, NVQ Team Leader, BTEC Diploma Dental Reception
Jackie joined Queensway Dental in 2001 and previously worked alongside Dr Ian Lane as a sedation qualified dental nurse. She moved over to the reception team in 2004 and completed courses in customer service, team leading and patient care coordinating.
What do you enjoy most about working at Queensway?
Even after 16 years of working at Queensway, each day is different and it's great to meet new people.
Where would a patient usually find you in the practice?
On reception in both buildings; upstairs in main and also downstairs in crown.
What is the most rewarding part of your job?
Seeing the same faces on a regular basis and building relationships with those patients.
What do you enjoy doing out of work?
Outside of the practice, I socialise with friends and spend quality time with my daughter, Georgia.
What makes you smile?
My daughter makes me smile every day.


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Deputies hunting for T.J. Maxx robber
Anyone with information should call Crime Stoppers
BOCA RATON, Fla. – Deputies are hunting for a robber who terrorized a local clothing store.
Palm Beach Sheriff's deputies said the man in the above composite sketch robbed the T.J. Maxx store on Glades Road in Boca Raton on Sunday night.
Detectives said the man walked into the checkout lane, jumped the counter and then robbed the clerks at gunpoint.
The clerks handed over cash and the robber ran out of the store.
If you recognize this guy, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-458-TIPS.
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Jacob Grun (Jakob Maurice Grun) was a Hungarian violinist and teacher born (in Budapest) on March 13, 1837. When Grun was born, Brahms was 4 years old, Felix Mendelssohn was 28 years old (and already very famous), and Paganini was 54 and would live four more years. Today, Grun is known as a teacher who had several critically important and famous pupils. He is also known as a very capable concertmaster who spent most of his life and career in Austria. He first studied with someone named Gustav Ellinger in his hometown. Later on, his most important teacher was Joseph Bohm at the Vienna Conservatory. From 1858 to 1861 he played in the Grand Duke's Royal Band in Weimar. He was 21 years old. Then he played in the Royal Band at Hanover (The Queen's Orchestra) from 1861 to 1865. Joseph Joachim was the concertmaster of the Hanover orchestra at the time. Because Grun was not granted a position in the prestigious Court Chamber Orchestra (which would have entitled him to a pension), Joachim resigned his position as concertmaster in protest (together with Grun) in February of 1865. Grun then embarked on a long concertizing tour of Germany, England, Holland, and Hungary. Officially, Grun did not qualify for a position in the Chamber Orchestra because he was Jewish. Joachim, the Chamber Orchestra's concertmaster, was also Jewish but his situation was viewed somewhat differently because he (like Mendelssohn) had converted to Christianity. Three years later (1868), Grun was appointed concertmaster of the Vienna Opera Orchestra (aka Vienna Court Opera, very closely tied to the Vienna Philharmonic.) He was 31 years old. His Jewishness apparently played no part in that appointment. In 1877, he began teaching at the Vienna Conservatory, retiring in 1909. He was 72 years old when he retired from teaching and playing in the Vienna Opera. It has been said that he was very kind-hearted with his beginning pupils. Among his students are Carl Flesch, Oskar Back, Oscar Morini, Franz Kneisel, Erica Morini, Peter Stojanovic, and Rosa Hochmann. He played a 1714 Stradivarius which bears his name and which was later owned by Franz Kneisel. Grun died in obscurity (in Vienna) on October 1, 1916 at age 79. The First World War had already begun, Claude Debussy had composed Prelude to the Afternoon of a Faun, Richard Strauss had composed Don Juan, Igor Stravinsky had written his Rite of Spring, and Serge Prokofiev was already 25 years old.
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TPMA – Performance Monitoring & Assessment Service IITT BCS
Introduction to TPMA
In late 2008 the IITT and BCS announced the trainer standard – TPMA – Performance Monitoring & Assessment Service. This new qualification from the IITT & BCS aims to improve the quality of technical and IT training.
Why introduce the TPMA?
The IITT and BCS have for some time identifyed the need to raise the bar in IT training and the training of trainers.
They (the IITT & BCS) believe that to be a great trainer you need to have a sound grasp of your subject matter (underpinning knowledge) and an even better grasp of how people learn (learning psychology). You also need the abilty to build an effective rapport with learners so that you enhance rather than hinder their process of learning. The only way to judge a trainer's effectiveness is to watch them in action, to see how a relationship develops and to witness the creation of trust between trainer and learner.
Every interaction with a learner is a moment of truth – an opportunity to open new learning possibilities or slam doors on dawning comprehension. Just like our learners, we trainers are also on a learning journey towards being better trainers, a key component in that journey is open, honest and transparent feedback based upon real meaningful assessment of live performance. This new qualification provides an affirmation of our skills, an opportunity to learn and develop personal excellence and sets a new benchmark of performance that must result in a better experience for our learners.
This monitoring and assessment service, which is authorised, governed and monitored by both the IITT and leading Awarding Body Oxford Cambridge & RSA Examinations (OCR), is a record of the training professional's quality of performance in a live environment aligned to National Standards – a real quality benchmark for trainers
First to be approved
Mike Morrison is proud to be a part of the team at Matrix Forty Two to be the first in the country to pass the assessor and trainer standard.
TPMA just for IT training?
While the TPMA process has been developed in the IT world, the standard (in our opinion) is a good entry level qualification and delivery standard for anyone who needs to deliver training either as a core part of their job or as an adhoc role.
The standard to be achieved is appropriate for any manager or subject matter expert (SME) who needs to communicate and train others.
A cost effective starting point.


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Party Hard: Vikings Village it's now live on vitalitygames.com. Click to pay now for free Party Hard: Vikings Village games. Party hard with rock and roll music on the Viking "folk concert"! Beat up anyone who disrespects you in this awesome multiplayer beat'em up frenzy.Vikings Village: Party Hard! Vikings Village: Party Hard is a fun top-down multiplayer action beat 'em up video game where your goal is to beat up basically everyone. In this game, you were enjoying the Viking folk concert when someone suddenly calls you "Ginger". Insulted by it but was unable to figure out who said it, you decided to unleash your wrath by beating up everyone you see. Still currently in BETA phase, the game was created by Andrzej S. Bieniek and Jacek Pietal. Will you be able to beat up everyone and make it to the leaderboard? To play the game use arrow keys to navigate and Right Mouse Button for Block, Left Mouse Button for Punch.
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He brings with him his co-writer, Chuck Hogan from The Strain. Del Toro's long time manager, Gary Ungar says that they have already begun identifying and sifting through possible stories that exist within the Appendices, separating out those that are more fleshed out in other Tolkien properties. Because the deal with the Tolkien Estate and Trust is still in flux, they are currently only looking at storylines they know won't be a legal issue so they can get down to writing.
After I posted the above it hit me what day this was besides being Easter Sunday. Good one, guys!


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Photography Classes in Lynndyl UT
Are you looking for photography classes in Lynndyl UT? Whether you are a hobbyist, professional, or beginner, the most effective way to improve your photography abilities is through hands-on training with knowledgeable instructors.
There are many recognized and accredited photography schools in Utah. Photography classes teach techniques like digital capture, lighting techniques, exposure, composition, outdoor photography, and many other basic and advanced camera techniques. Growing into an accomplished photographer can pave the road to a prosperous professional career or lifelong hobby.
There are numerous Photography Classes in Lynndyl UT:
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Brigham Young University-Provo
Main Campus
Provo, Utah 84602
Phone: (801) 422-4636
65.69 miles away
The Art Institute of Salt Lake City
121 W Election Rd - Ste 100
Draper, Utah 84020
Phone: (800) 978-0096
76.70 miles away
Salt Lake Community College
4600 S Redwood Rd
Salt Lake City, Utah 84123
Phone: (801) 957-4111
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Weber State University
3848 Harrison Blvd
Ogden, Utah 84408-1137
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Two men were rescued after their boat capsized off the Cork coast early this morning.
The alarm was sounded at 4.25am after the Mayday call was sent when the 7ft vessel after it got into trouble off the pier at Courtmacsherry Harbour, west Cork.
Fourteen crew of the Courtmacsherry lifeboat station responded and pulled the men from the water.
A spokesman for the RNLI said: "Following a 999 call from two local people, the Coast Guard immediately tasked the Courtmacsherry lifeboat and the Coast Guard helicopter from Shannon. Within minutes the small craft had capsized and the two young men were thrown into the water.
"Without delay, crewmembers and helpers succeeded in getting a life belt from the Pierhead to one of the causalities and the other person in difficulties was helped ashore at the Pierhead."
Courtmacsherry RNLI Lifeboat Operations Manager Brian O Dwyer added: "These two young men had a very lucky escape in the early hours of this morning.
He praised the fast response of the lifeboat crew members, local helpers and emergency services for "certainly averting a potential life threatening situation."


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Where's Buddy?
I could go lay on the couch, it's nice and soft too!
Or I could run upstairs and roll around on the waterbed, that's always fun!
But where am I today??
I am a big, fierce Rottweiller (cleverly disguised as a Bichon Frise). Don't laugh, the cuteness works for me. Well, most of the time. I just wish my humans would appreciate the fact that, every single day, I have protected them from wild attacking dogs. They should give me more treats! It's really exhausting work, and I need lots of naps, cuddles & special treats!
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Dog Words: dog dreams
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Dog Words: Dog Fun
I found where they left the evil brush, and I tried to get it. I danced, I growled, I whined, I begged. I asked my humans to help me. I stood up and bounced forward, I got a hold of the edge of the table. But I am just too short to reach it! But none of my humans would help me reach the brush!
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Dog Words: Dog Brush
The humans are playing a scary game!
I don't know what it's called, but I think it will be much safer if I hide under the coffee table. But there isn't much room for me here.
I wonder what the scary game they are playing is called?
And when will they STOP???
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Dog Words: Dog Safety
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Dog Words: Dog Safety
Every time I smell food in the kitchen, I get up and dance! I can even walk around a bit on my hind legs, trying to get at the food the humans keep on the counter.
Too bad I am so short...
But sometimes they drop food, and I am always ready to help clean the floor!
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Dog Words: Dog Food
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Dog Words: Dog Food
Going to the vet was fun! I met a new friend, and we had a good sniff.
Then I had to sit and wait my turn.
But after the vet took care of that nasty tick, he gave my human something called "anti-bi-o-ticks" and said I had to take them 2 times a day, for 5 days - because my skin got infected by that nasty tick.
When we got home, my human gave me a nice piece of cheese, but there was a yukky pill in the middle? Too late, I swallowed it.
But I was smart the next time she gave me the cheese, I just ate the cheese and spit out the pill. She tried covering it with steak sauce. But I just licked it off.
The next day, I guess she felt bad, because she gave me canned dog food 2 times a day. For four days, I got some good dog food - for breakfast AND dinner. Wow, going to the vet was a great idea - all this extra food!
But here it is 6 days later, and there's no more canned dog food for breakfast???
What happened?
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Dog Words: Dog Food
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Dog Words: Dog Fun
My top human was annoying me by trimming around my eyes. So I could see, she said. I can see just fine with my hair in my eyes!
Then she discovered that annoyance on my shoulder. I couldn't see it, but it sure did itch. At first she said it must be a cyst, but then she said, no, it's a tick!
So some nasty bug has decided I'm a tasty meal, and attached itself to me.
Now my human says we have to go to the vet to get it removed!
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The U.S.Branch of the Bhavan was established in New York on October 2, 1981- the birthday of Mahatma Gandhi. It started functioning from Queens where Hinduja Foundation had given a property for its use. With the enormous support of the community, Bhavan, USA ,moved from Queens to a larger area in Manhattan, New York City in September 1993 to enable it to reach out to a larger community, both Indian and non-Indian as also to be a part of main stream community. The 15 year old Bhavan, USA is now located at 305, Seventh Avenue, 17th Floor, ( between 27th & 28th Street), New York, NY 10001. Check the site for more details!
Long Island Traditions documents local architecture, from beach bungalows and bay houses to garden apartments and farm buildings. As fishermen and farmers disappear, we fight for the preservation of Long Island's contemporary maritime and farming culture throughout the region.
To recognize and pay tribute to Long Island's diverse ethnic cultures, we support Irish stepdance, African American quilting, gospel and blues music, Jewish klezmer music, Native American stories and crafts, and the traditions of recent immigrants from Central and South America, India and Asia.
Through field interviews and oral histories, we seek to break down the barriers that divide us, so that we can share in the power and excellence of our family traditions.


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What made you decide to study Chemical Engineering?
Originally, I applied for Medicine but didn't get a place. Engineering was a rather quick decision but one of the best decisions I have made; I can't imagine being a doctor now. I knew that I wanted to apply my favourite subjects at school - maths and science - to practical problems so a straight science degree didn't seem right for me. I was initially attracted to civil and chemical engineering, but chose chemical because of the array of career options available to me upon graduation.
What influenced your decision to pursue a career in engineering?
My father was quite a big influence. I have always been quite proud to tell people that he designs electronics for ejection seats; it sounds impressive! Also, he thoroughly enjoys his job and is enthusiastic about manufacturing in general. He treads a fine line between being interesting and a complete bore on the subject because he is so passionate.
Where have you previously worked and how did this lead to your current position?
I've had all sorts of summer and evening jobs, engineering and otherwise. The one that was influential though was a year-long internship with BP. It opened my eyes to the fantastic opportunities within the oil and gas industry and I met many talented, positive and welcoming people. I joined the company upon graduation. The graduate scheme puts you in lots of different roles so I figured that I'd find my niche.
What challenges have you faced in your studies/career and how did you overcome them?
I found the programme content in the first year quite a challenge, maybe because I didn't study A level physics. It didn't put me at a disadvantage though, I still got a good first-year grade and my self-confidence built in the subject year after year. That only came with hard work and determination though. Chemical engineering is not an easy programme, but then nothing worthwhile is ever easy and it's very rewarding.
What aspect of engineering do you particularly enjoy?
The big picture. The modern world simply would not function without engineers designing, building or operating the everyday things that we take for granted - energy, cars, aeroplanes, bridges, pharmaceutical products and more. I don't think I could be as interested in a job that doesn't have a physical end result. On a smaller scale, I enjoy the day-to-day activities such as figuring out problems with other engineering disciplines, running simulations and getting into the detail of engineering drawings. This is in the context of a large international company so I also get to learn about the safety, political, environmental and financial drivers behind my work.
What are your career plans for the future?
That's a hard question. Right now, I enjoy working as a Flow Assurance Engineer on big projects and would like to continue doing that for the time being. I basically make sure that oil and gas keeps flowing through pipes, subsea, by using chemicals and designing to avoid certain temperatures and pressures. I get to communicate with lots of different engineering disciplines, I learn something new every day, and it's quite technical - I like those things.
Who knows where engineering will take me in the future; there are still so many options open to me. I'm only two years into my career. I can't predict which job role I'll be in or even which continent in ten years time. That's healthy I think, I don't like to map my life out.
What advice would you give to young women interested in studying engineering?
It's a vast subject so I would suggest researching lots of different engineering roles - talk to engineers about their jobs, use the internet, get some work experience. Also, be honest with yourself about what you really care about - that includes working hours, career progression and location. I wouldn't think too hard about the fact that you are female, just go with engineering if it interests you. Engineers aren't one type of person. There are generalists and specialists, loud and quiet, managers and number crunchers.
If you're not exactly sure what you want to do in the future (I'd be surprised if you did!), studying engineering gives you options. Engineers are in demand. I can't think of one person in my graduation year who didn't get a graduate level engineering job if they wanted one. And, if at the end of your programme you decide that engineering isn't right for you after all, so many career options are still open: finance, supply chain management, consultancy, patent attorney - the list goes on. Good luck deciding on your path


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Guinness passed his MOT
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The Forum of Young Cardiologists ("Fórum Mladých Kardiológov") – FMK is the youngest working group of the Slovak Society of Cardiology (SSC). It was established in 2010 and joined the Cardiologists of Tomorrow (CoT) initiative created by European Society of Cardiology (ESC) (1) The FMK has currently approximately 50 members and five-membered committee. The primary aim of the FMK is to support educational and research activities of young doctors (under 36 years) interested in cardiovascular medicine.
On the 12-13 April 2013 in Trnava - Slovakia, the second edition of a 2 days educational meeting organised by FMK took place (first edition was on the 11-12 March 2011 (2), in Trnava as well). It is the major event of this working group with the same name – Forum of young cardiologists. This year, there were around 140 participants registered and 50 scientific works presented in about 12 hours. In total, 25 educational reviews were dedicated to topics such as syncope, arrhythmias, chest pain and acute coronary syndromes as well as heart failure and cardiovascular imaging. Lecture focused on cardiology statistics showed young doctors how to interpret the results of clinical trials. "Fabian´s lecture" – in memorial of Prof. Juraj Fabián – was dedicated to heart replacement.This meeting is unique in terms of giving an opportunity to young doctors to get the first experience of the presentation of their results. There were 12 case reports with themes like heart failure, sudden cardiac death, antitrombotic therapy, acute coronary syndromes, cardiac tumors or other diseases affecting cardiovascular system. Additionally, 13 posters (all in English) were presented by young cardiologists. Abstracts (25, in total) were publicated in Cardiology Letters, official SSC journal (3). The best poster and case-reports were rewarded by prizes in value approximately € 300 each. Besides that, congress participants could practise temporary pacemaker insertion on a simulator device.The faculty of the event was international – special guest Prof. Lino Gonçalves, FESC (see picture) from Portugal presented the work of the ESC e-Learning platform. Speakers were also from Czech Republic (CR) – members of the Kardio 35 (CoT organisation in CR). This made, together with Slovak speakers and participants from the whole country, a heterogeneous group with good potential for next national and international cooperation (4).We strongly believe that the 3rd edition of the Forum of young cardiologists conference – again with the international faculty – will take place in two years. We also work on more effective FMK, which is going to be even better partner within SSC and ESC (5).
Ivan Varga on behalf of the FMK and organizing committee
(1). Gonçalvesová E, Hlivák P. Fórum mladých kardiológov. Cardiology sk 2010;19(4):358.(2). Pokorná V, Fľak Ľ. Fórum mladých kardiológov. Cardiology Lett. 2011;20(4):351.(3). Fórum mladých kardiológov. Abstrakty. Cardiology Lett. 2013;22(2):202-208.(4). Link to FMK photo gallery: http://www.bubble.sk/fmk/(5). Varga I. Fórum mladých kardiológov – "história, správa z 2. ročníka odbornej akcie a ďalšie plány" - Cardiology Letter 2013;22(3):in press.
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The period between the fall of the Roman Empire and the Norman invasion is often referred to as the "dark ages". Stories and poems of warrior kings and heroic battles blur with histories such as the Anglo-Saxon Chronicles.
But many features of Shropshire were established during this time. The Anglo-Saxons established fortified towns or burhs such as Shrewsbury and Chirbury and administrative areas or shires were defined. Stretches of King Offa's dyke can still be seen along the English/Welsh border. Christianity was adopted and Anglo-Saxon saints such as St Milburgha are remembered in local place names.


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The Greek island of Koufonisia is located in the Cyclades group of islands and forms part of the municipality of Naxos and Lesser Cyclades. The island lies to the south east of the island of Naxos and to the west of the island of Amorgos. Koufonisia is actually made up of three different islands: Kato (Lower) and Pano (Upper) Koufonisi and Keros which is uninhabited and is a protected archaeological site. Artefacts found on Keros during the 20th century include a large number of Cycladic pieces of art. Also uninhabited is Kato Koufonisia which is next to Pano Koufonisia, Shoinousa and Keros. Pano Koufonisi is the smallest and most densely populated island of the Cycladic island group. The small church of Panagia which has been built on a jetty above ancient ruins is perhaps the most popular sight on the island. The island's port is mainly used by tourist boats and fishing vessels. Visitors to the island are greeted by a white windmill which is located on the east side of the port. The main town on the island is Chora which is on the south west coast of the island and has many houses of typical Cycladic architecture.
The small Greek island of Iraklia is located at the western edge of the Small Eastern Cyclades group of islands and only has around 100 inhabitants. The island is characterised by hills, thick vegetation, clear waters with the od shipwreck on the sea floor, and scenic bays which all combine to make it one of the most unspoilt islands of the Cyclades. For nature lovers the island is home to the Mediterranean seal and the marine turtle, Caretta Caretta. The island only has two villages. Ayios Georgios, which is home to the island's harbour, and Panayia.
Perhaps because the island is so small its history remains largely unknown with speculation that is may have been a Minoan settlement in the 2nd century BC, as there is an similar city in Crete. Under Venetian and Ottoman rule, the island paid taxes but it seems that it was the only obligation the Iraklians had.
From the island's port there are ferries available that depart to the Port of Piraeus with a crossing time of between 8 and 10 hours, depending on itinerary. There are also ferry services to the other islands of the Small Cyclades and to Naxos and Amorgos.


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Many people reported feeling their houses shake Thursday afternoon in Northern Virginia. So what was it?
There were no earthquakes recorded in Virginia today, but what people probably felt was explosives training at Quantico.
That training has happened several days this month, however the overcast conditions today likely made the noise and vibrations stronger.
As for those who thought it might have been an earthquake, the last recorded quake in Virginia was very early in the morning on Christmas Eve. It was a 2.0 quake centered near Mineral, Va.


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Easy to assemble. Clean look. Adjustable arms are hidden from sight. Mounts without need for holes in the wall.
Won't fit all flat-panel TVs, despite what PDP says. Pricey.
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If you don't like drilling holes in a wall, the PDP Mount is a clean and simple way to prop your Kinect sensor above your flat-panel TVjust make sure it will fit on your TV first.
Until recently, the sensor for my Kinect for Xbox 360 ($149.99, 4 stars) was propped up by a cardboard box placed behind a 46-inch plasma TV. Why? Microsoft, the company that created the Kinect, recommends that the sensor be placed two to six feet above the floorand the closer to six the better. Since I didn't have shelving above my HDTV and drilling holes into my drywall wasn't an option, my choices were limited. One of them is PDP's TV Mount for Kinect ($39.99 list), which has adjustable arms that screw into the VESA holes found in the back of most flat-panels (typically used for mounting the set on a wall). Assembly took about 15 minutes and the Kinect sensor locked securely to the mount. Though the PDP mount won't fit all flat-panel HDTVs and is pricey compared to other solutions, it's a clean concept and gets the job done.
Before you even consider this mount, check the location of the VESA holes in the back of your HDTV, specifically the top-most ones. Each arm on the PDP mount is 16 inches long, and it won't reach if the holes on your TV are situated too far from the top. Also, if your HDTV is already mounted to a wall, this mount is worthless to youthe holes you'd need are already taken.
The package comes unassembled, and has many pieces, but don't despair: of the 20 different screws included in the package, you'll use just two. PDP provides different size screws to blanket as many HDTV models as possible. The adjustable arms themselves come in four pieces that took only a couple of minutes to put together, plus ten more minutes to attach them to the back of the flat-panel. The two screws will fit almost anywhere on the arm, so it's just a matter of finding the right angle to balance the Kinect sensor. It's made entirely of plastic, so it'll seem flimsy during assembly, but it's sturdy enough to hang on to the sensor.
PDP says that the mount will work with display sizes between 26 and 60 inches. That isn't entirely true. For instance, some LED HDTVs are too thin to support such a mount, or it becomes an eye-sore if you do manage to get it up. In addition to my 46-inch set, I also tried to set up the mount on a 55-inch Sony KDL-55HX800, which had VESA holes that were just out of the reach of the arms. The good news is that it mounted perfectly on 5 of the 6 HDTVs I tried it with, including my own.
As long as you've got a TV with the right holes at the right height, the PDP Mount for Kinect is a clean, useful way to mount the Kinect sensor in its optimal spot. If $40 is a little too steep for this holiday season, though, you can always test your DIY skills and make your own mount for just $5.
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5 city council members support relaxing pot policy in San Antonio
Harris County became one of the first entities in Texas to implement a program that does away with criminal charges for those found carrying small amounts of marijuana, and Bexar County may not be far behind, with the district attorney and several city council members voicing support for the issue, or at least giving it real consideration.
Beginning March 1, those caught with small amounts of marijuana in Harris County can take a "decision-making" class and pay a $150 fine instead of being arrested and charged with a crime.
"We believe that our constituents want us spending their tax dollars making them safer and that they agree that arresting and prosecuting small amounts of marijuana isn't delivering a measurable improvement in people's safety," said Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg, who proposed the policy change, according to the Associated Press.
Click through the slideshow above to see what city council members said when asked whether or not they would support relaxing pot policy in San Antonio.
Bexar County District Attorney Nico LaHood told mySA.com he was open to working on a program in the Alamo City.
"It's a win-win for everybody if done correctly," he said. "I've supported cite and release since the law changed," he said, pointing to the 2007 law which allows law enforcement to issue a citation to offenders committing one of six Class A and B misdemeanors, including carrying four ounces or less of marijuana, instead of carting them to jail.
Currently, under the Texas Controlled Substances Act of the Health and Safety Code, Texans found in possession of two ounces or less of marijuana commit a Class B misdemeanor, punishable by a fine of up to $2,000 and six months in jail.
RELATED: Bill would reduce penalty for marijuana possession in Texas
A possible program for Bexar County LaHood could see would use cite and release, with offenders receiving a summons to court, "like a traffic ticket." From there, the accused could decide if they want to enter a program or contest the ticket.
"That's more pragmatic," LaHood said. "That's something I've been thinking about for awhile."
Were LaHood to create a policy lessening marijuana punishments, he hopes to sit down with city officials and the San Antonio Police Department before barreling ahead with a new program.
SAPD spokesman Jesse Salame said the department "would like to take a look at what this other jurisdiction has done and see how their program is modeled and work with city leadership and the DA's office to determine if that's something to consider here."
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A spokesperson for Mayor Ivy Taylor said she would not make a statement on the matter.
When asked why, she said: "Publicly, because we're not even considering it right now. It's not something that's on our radar."
She added that Taylor doesn't want to comment until it becomes an issue.
City councilman Roberto Treviño, District 1, said he would be interested to see how marijuana decriminalization laws would affect San Antonio's large military community. He said natural remedies, like marijuana might be more effective for wounded warriors than a "cocktail version of pain killers."
"I think we need to have broader discussions about marijuana and what it means," he said.
A Texas Department of Public Safety report found that 61,748 people were arrested for marijuana possession of various quantities in 2015. Bexar County saw 2,477 people arrested for carrying two ounces or less of marijuana in 2016, Salame said.
With pot policies on a local level still varying in communities across the state, a move from the Texas state legislature could change things across the board.
State lawmakers filed a slew of bills this legislative session that would considerably reduce penalties for marijuana possession. House Bill 81 would eliminate jail time for offenders carrying an ounce or less of marijuana, and remove the threat of arrest. Carrying an ounce or less would instead result in a $250 fine and the marijuana would be seized.
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Six other bills seeking to lessen punishment for offenders carrying small amounts of marijuana, including one regarding use of medical marijuana, were also filed this session.
A total of eighteen states have already legalized medical marijuana and eight others allow the drug for recreational use, according to governing.com.
And although it may seem that the country is on the fast track for legal weed everywhere, U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions is on the opposite end of the spectrum — he doesn't want to see an America with legal weed.
"States, you know, can pass whatever laws they choose, but I'm not sure we're going to be a better, healthier nation if we have marijuana being sold at every corner grocery store," he said in February speech. "We'll have to work our way through that."
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WWE '13 has now been made available to the public for a month-and-a-half. Fans and gamers alike have been able to play, digest and dissect the title, compare it to previous releases and make a wish list for future releases.
Creative director Cory Ledesma is pleased with the release.
"I think the main takeaway is that we're extremely pleased and happy with how the product turned out," Ledesma said. "We really put our blood sweat and tears this year into WWE '13. We really wanted to hit a home run. I think as a team we're all just very happy and relieved that it's seen so much success."
The game is driven by the new Attitude Era campaign, where nostalgic players are able to relive some of WWE's most important moments in arguably its most successful period. Ledesma was the one who came up with the concept.
"I don't want to take all the credit for it, but I was definitely a big proponent of it and pushing for it very hard," he said. "We met with our design staff and we talked about it for a bit and we really just talked about taking a fresh approach with our single player campaign. We thought, what a perfect opportunity if we're going to take a different direction, let's relive some great past history and maybe tell the story from point and let the player live those great moments that happened in WWE history. I think it was just a no-brainer that it was going to be the Attitude Era that was a beloved time in WWE history. It's still very popular, it's still talked about today, it's still looked back on with very fun memories and a lot of the superstars that were really cutting their teeth at that point and really making a name for themselves are still relevant now. So it had a nice crossover tie to it that we liked so we thought it's kind of a natural fit."
Senior game designer Bryan Williams, who calls Ledesma "boss," said the change was a good one, and nobody seems to miss the "Road to WrestleMania" mode.
"I've read every review that Jaime Jensen, our lovely PR director, has sent us, and I haven't read one that laments the fact that Road to Wrestlemania has been removed," he said. "It seems to be that everyone's enjoying the Attitude Era and a lot of the excitement as far as seeing ... what we could do possibly in the future."
Speaking of change, Williams thinks there was a lot that was needed after the release of WWE '12.
"I thought WWE '12 was a solid game, but it definitely had its issues; chief among them being that it wasn't as polished as I would have liked and I know I'm not the only one on the team that feels this way," Williams said. "I think going from '12 to '13, one of the things top things in my mind that I wanted to address was to really focus on increasing the polish of the game, making the game play a little more tighter than it was, eliminate a lot of the pesky bugs, and obviously there's going to be bugs in any game that comes out, but '12 had its fair share. So my big focus was putting a lot more effort on the polish and making sure that what we give to the players is much more solid and overall just kind of a more satisfying game-play experience. And I think we did that in spades with WWE '13."
One of the driving forces in keeping the game fresh is the downloadable content. Last week, several new WWE Superstars were made available to be downloaded and played in the game, as well as with costumes. There is another DLC release that Ledesma says will come out either late this year or early next year.
"I really think it keeps the product fresh all year long. You can simply go online every month and you're gonna see new characters updated, whether it's a gear change, whether it's a new superstar, and really DLC, we have packs released 90 days after release or maybe 60 days sometime within that window," he said.
For long-time wrestling fans, one of the more intriguing stories has been the involvement of Paul Heyman as a writer and creative consultant for the game.
"Paul has some connections with our marketing guy Bryce Yang," Ledesma said. " They've connected before in the past and they have a relationship so we were able to contact Paul and see if he was interested in working with us and we were really interested in working with him regarding our universe stories and just to pick his brain and get some of his creative genius looking at our title and asking questions and bouncing ideas off of him. What's really cool is we had this relationship before he even started to appear on WWE television again as Brock Lesnar's guy and CM Punk's mouthpiece, and so what's been really great is that he's a huge fan of the series. Getting just the psychology of wrestling and how things are booked and why they are really adds this nice level of authenticity in the game that can't be found anywhere else."
While there is no official word if Heyman will be involved with WWE '14, Ledesma and the THQ family would welcome him back with open arms.
"I think that even though he's one the road and even though he's busy, he's a guy that has his hands in a lot of different places and is a worker," Ledesma said. "He's got a lot of things going on, so I don't think he has any problem being able to support us, and he's just one phone call away to ask advice. We really appreciate his support and his willingness to help us out and we hope it's a partnership for several years to come."
Though the game is only a little more than a month old, fans are already speculating what will come of WWE '14. While Ledesma wouldn't let the cat out of the bag, he did not rule out the possibility that the Attitude Era would return in the franchise.
"That's something that fans have kinda been speculating on, whether we're gonna do a part two or whether we can kind of continue down that time period," he said. "We always like to kick around as many ideas as possible just to see what we think is gonna be a fun experience and a fresh experience, I think the door's wide open for anything. We could continue down this historic path and have you relive these moments, or maybe we take a totally different approach. We don't want to neglect the fact that we've had so much success with WWE 13 and with the Attitude era, but I think we're gonna weigh that success with how can we deliver something fresh and see what makes sense, and maybe that's Attitude Era part two. I don't want to rule that out or maybe something totally different that fans aren't kind of expecting. I think they'll just kind of have to wait and see until we're closer to announcing more game details on WWE 14."
According to vgchartz.com, as of Dec. 1 of this year WWE '13 has sold approximately 500,000 units each on XBOX 360 and Playstation 3, and another 60,000 on Nintendo Wii. Roughly half of those sales came in the first week of release (Oct 30 – Nov 5). For holiday shoppers, starting Dec. 9, Target and Amazon are launching a $10 off price promotion for the game.
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By Kara Witherow, Editor
In its 152-year history, the South Georgia Conference of The United Methodist Church has accomplished some amazing things, said Anne Packard, curator of the Moore Methodist Museum and conference archivist.
In an effort to document what God has done in and through South Georgia United Methodists, Packard, along with historians from each local South Georgia church, has compiled and published an updated history of the conference, "History of the South Georgia Conference of the United Methodist Church: 1866-2018."
"It's very easy to think you know what Methodism in South Georgia means, but you might be surprised to learn what great deeds, what great people have come out of this particular conference," Packard said. "This conference has done amazing things and can still do amazing things."
Included in the book are histories of every church in the conference along with photos and contact information. Several essays written by conference pastors and leaders have also been incorporated into the book.
"We hope people use it not so much as a reference book, but more as a 'Chicken Noodle Soup for the Soul' type book," Packard said. "It's not just one church's history, it's the history of the Conference."
The project began nearly four years ago when Packard and her staff began digitizing South Georgia's church histories and adding them to the museum's website. That began the process of updating each church's record, and they saw the need to update the Conference's history, too.
Much had changed in the 34 years since Mary Nell Waite wrote the Conference's first history book in 1984, but as Packard and her team set to work they found something surprising.
"As far as church histories go, it's the story of the more we change, the more we stay the same," she said. "It's the question of how can we best help our members, what can we offer, dealing with money, how to get people in the door. I think that as much as we have changed with cell phones and technology, it's still a question of how best to reach you. And as much as we use technology, it still doesn't replace person-to-person contact."
The most impactful changes in the past 30 years had to do with the role of women and minorities in ministry, Packard said.
This project was important, she said, to build on the work that had been done before and to preserve and celebrate the past 30 years.
"History isn't just something that happened in the 1700s, it's something that happened last year, it's something that happened in 2014. Making history is something that continually happens."
Click here to purchase "History of the South Georgia Conference of the United Methodist Church: 1866-2018," or call the museum at 912-638-4050. Proceeds from the sale of the book will help fund future museum renovations.