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Archive for February, 2010
UPDATE- Always Me – Always CHRIS
I wrote in the Always Me – Always Chris post the following:
I am sure you did leave an impression. There was that time you were very upset about a painting grade that you felt was unfair. You used your talent to enter into a project where , if you won, you could place your entry anywhere on the college.
You did a full size body cast of yourself , sitting slumped on a floor with the broken painting across your knee – dressed in jeans and a hooded sweatshirt pulled over the face, empty beer cans strewn about .
When the project won you had it placed outside the painting instructor's office
I had wanted to show you the artwork in question but it had sat in many places, outside the Mainstreet Lorain office for a few weeks – scaring the hell out of one of the Stocker Foundation employees – who called the landlord of the building thinking a homeless man had taken up residence in the hallway .
Then he found a home in one of the windows of the empty buildings on Broadway as part of a display of artworks when we tried to brighten up the windows a few years before the latest much more succesful efforts of Joe Skodny and the Christmas Council.
However , the other self too met his demise just last summer due to a leaky roof.( a bad omen perhaps) .
I was sad really because although he would have been a painful trigger he could have been also a tangible touchable remembrance. I have been thinking a lot about the "other self" in recent days and wishing I had something of him.
This morning trying to find some records I needed, I found on an old hardrive a series of photos that I never knew were on my computer. I have never seen them before but obviously I was meant to find them 😉
There are more things in heaven and earth, Horatio, Than are dreamt of in your philosophy. W. Shakespeare
Lorain- an Open Letter
To whom is may concern:
Over the past year I have traveled for pleasure, rest, and for hope. I have been to England, Scotland, France, Germany and Houston ,Texas. All of these places have their positives and negatives. Because of the "obscenity" returning to our lives just a year ago I have not been able to write about my observations in great detail.
The one thing that I have observed, as I have kept in touch with Lorain through the internet and on line media coverage with the comments, is how much energy is being put into pointing out what is wrong and the blame game from all sides.
Of course there are problems in Lorain and actually the bottom line is Lorain's problems can be solved with "money" for the most part. It will not take an act of God or an act of War. Just financial responsibility and getting Lorain back in the black and getting back to a healthy starting point.
I can tell you that a couple of million dollars in the grand scheme of things is nothing but not having it available means that people's livelihoods that depend on the few 10's of thousands they receive yearly are in jeopardy because it isn't there. We jump on the "get rid of healthcare benefits" bandwagon for our fellow citizens which makes me shudder having seen first hand what can happen to people without enough healthcare. You are in some cases handing out a death sentence to someone- I have seen it happen!
Our safety is at risk, our reputation as a place to live, our future. So what can be done?
If I had a couple of extra millions I would gladly pay Lorain's debt- because Lorain has been a wonderful place for me and her people some of the best I have ever met anywhere ( even the ones I disagree with at times)- Lorainites have come through for me time and time again and continue to do so ! But you can't take that to the bank.
These past months have found the usual he said she said blame game, the pontificators of causes and those that continue to cry Lorain is dead and dying and a dump.
Lorain isn't dead and dying, Lorain is in need of the talents and hard work and pulling together of all her citizens.
Every single Council person , outgoing and incoming, every single police officer, firefighter, union member , utilities employee, city hall employee, administration, businessman/woman, educator, religious community member , media – all have an individual strength and talent they can bring to the table .
Don't discount the ability of anyone there are no weak links in the chain in Lorain every single person in this city has something to contribute to her success.
We don't need to reinvent the wheel or nickle and dime the taxpayers. What we need is to draw upon the strength of our citizens, even the ones we are politically or personally at odds with – we need your ideas, expertise and "follow through" to solve what is quite simply a "money problem" and not an insurmountable money problem.
Lorain is not well what can you do to make her healthy ( quickly not 10 years from now NOW!!! within the next few weeks )- as legislators- administrators- educators- citizens-
1. How do we come up with a few million dollars without going to the public trough for more taxes?
2. What can you do as an individual to help ?
3. We have had "Save the Lighthouse" fundraisers can it work for Lorain?
4. Can we put aside our personal / professional likes and dislikes and come together for our home and our neighbors?
Can we as a community "Embrace Lorain" and forgive her faults and give her a chance? Can YOU? WILL YOU ???
Twelve Weeks- Life's Labours Lost – Loraine
Life has gone on for most !
I read the papers local and international on line- I no longer get enraged at the idiocy of mankind, or celebrate their triumphs.
I no longer feel I want to comment or care. But when someone does cattle prod me enough to get an opinion it is a short burst of the way I was before and then "why bother? people do what the hell they want anyway "- the apathy of grief kicks in.
I looked in the mirror this morning and do not recognize the old woman I see….
the blue of my eyes surrounded by a puffy watery redness and lifeless- gone is the laughter, passion suffocated by death and wickedness.
My skin seems to have dehydrated and aged, the scars of the "mask" leaving their tell-tale story etched where my smile used to be.
For two weeks , when sitting in ICU I had to wear a mask. I wore one for at least 17 – 19 hours a day. The problem was I was allergic to the mask – I developed sores under my nose and around my mouth )……One of the last sights seen by Chris was a little fat lady going grayer by the minute with a kleenex protruding from beneath the mask.
Life goes on but it is not the same nor will it ever be again.
"I watched you suffer a dull aching pain, and now you have decided to show me the same"
and Wild Horses couldn't drag me away ( Mum)
The Unfinished Portrait- In search of Chris (RITCHEY)
So much for the detour, now you know some of your options and I will go back to answering my questions of 2nd guessing –
"In search of my son- in search of me
Part One – In search of my son- In search of me
Part Two – Tourjours Moi-Always Me
Part Three – Always Me – Always Chris
Part Four – In search of My Son-
Chris Ritchey – Thanks
Part Five – Dark Humour- Shedding a Light
Who are we? If you go to my "about that woman" page I claim to be a product of my experiences and culture.
That is true for most of us , if you believe that when we are born we are a blank canvas, waiting to be the human masterpiece we become eventually.
There are many factors that come into play with this masterpiece of life, the colours of life both vibrant and dull, the strength of the canvas, the love and talent of those that pick up the many brushes that are needed, their talent, love and sometimes inadequacy helping form the portrait that is you ! And finally the mastery of framing the finished product remembered and to be passed down through future generations .
As the world gazes at our life portrait, what do they come away with? Do the critics focus on the vibrancy of color, do they look for the flaws in your portrait -as it is a portrait painted by many hands. Do they see in your portrait a glimpse of who the artists were, their technique or lack thereof , the paints that had been passed through generations , the areas of lightness and darkness ?
I helped with the life portrait of my son, it is unfinished– the nuances and shadings , the corrections to be made as other artists gave of their love and talent, the gray shadings of sorrow, the primary colours of life that wait to be added and never will be now.
Every morning I go into the room that used to be my son's. and wish I had the ability to finish what was started. I found a 3 foot by 3 foot canvas in the basement amongst all of Chris' work the week after he died, I had no prior knowledge of its existence. It was an unfinished self-portrait. I hung the portrait in his old room. The portrait will never be finished , I can paint with tears and words (to some degree) but no miracles can finish this portrait.
As I gaze upon the unfinished portrait with the eye of a "biased" critic , I think of the artists before and their contributions- their strengths and weaknesses and I will showcase in my gallery of grief their talents and worth – my son so much more than a few words placed in a Saturday paper, now recycled or disgarded in some landfill. I cannot let that be the finishing. Who was this young man of the unfinished portrait , who were the artists of his life?
to be continued…………
THIS "thatwoman" Blog
"Loraine, I wish you would get back to writing"
I HAVE been writing! It is the subject matter that has changed just as my life has changed.
Oh there are plenty of "drafts' done here and there .
I could write reams about "High Speed Rail" in Europe the good but mostly the bad!
I could once again put "men in tights" – and would they turn out to be the NON RUN kind???
I could follow-up on the post with the most hits "Dachau"
I could write about all the wonderful happenings locally with the Arts
I could debate art or sport when it comes to competitive dance or even ice skating.
The history as it continues (for most) in this old town of Lorain.
I could write about politics, the media, disgraceful housing stocks , wheeling and dealing, crime, war, famine, disasters and healthcare.
But I have tunnel writing at the moment because although to those parallel to my world these things are so important they have faded in the fog of sorrow that exists in my world.
I have tried even in my verbal diarrhea of despair to research and educate so that you still come away from this blog with a little more knowledge than just the intensity of pain we are feeling. The subject matter may rankle but as with all things I try to find the truth and bring it to you unsugarcoated……..
I will be writing about the arts, religion and other subject matter as seen in my parallel universe. The humour –probably dark – there is no laughter here but once in a while a giggle will hopefully get through
Is it true that all babies look like Winston Churchill?
Unless There is a Will- There is Another's Way
Part One-Burial – Not Green The Embalming
Part Two – The Visitation-or what to decorate is the question
Part Three – A Tisket- A Tasket What type of casket?
Part Four -Going Green whilst daisy pushing
Part Five – Cremation- The Video
Part Six – Ashes to Ashes – The Video
Part Seven– The Ending – Internationally Speaking
Part Eight– Unless There is a Will- There is another's way
I have discussed "some of the ways " you can morph, here in Ohio and the USA. I have nagged and nagged at you all to please get your wishes in writing so that your loved ones "KNOW" what you would wish .
And whilst you are at it for those attending any funeral arrangements and who is agreeing to what where when and how…. GET THAT IN WRITING TOO!!!!!..
I never for one moment thought that someone ,who supposedly loved my son , would 8 days after agreement change her mind and be ( in my opinion) so cowardly, callous, vindictive and cruel to those that loved Christopher and gave him "life".
It never entered into the realm of possibility or thought that someone who has chosen to be in the "healing profession" would be the cause of such pain as to destroy emotionally and physically the people closest to the person she professed to loved? This family should have had the agreement made put in writing. I suppose people would have been shocked at that requirement but because we didn't -well you all know what happened when trust was broken.
Sketch by Chris RITCHEY
(Note to those in the know – this post happens to be number 678 -appropriate, I think, as I am taking back my son )
If it can happen to us in the name of love, honor and christian values it can happen to you ….
The way mankind deals with its dead says a great deal about those left to carry on. Burial practices are windows to a culture that speak volumes about how it lives.
We , have written down our wishes, made out our wills, and taken care of business .Have YOU ?
YOU are all now my witnesses!! (Just incase I end up being the recipient of the same type of "holier than thou and I know best" thinking. )
1. NO to Embalming – and NO to Visitation – NO to a weepy Memorial Service–
Those I love best shouldn't be sad – I too, want a ceremony under the stars , a cleansing fire ( note I will leave the items to be burned in a box 🙂 , music ( something appropriate-like Chariots of Fire) and the smashing of glasses (only this time not Vodka and Cranberry Juice but Asti Spumante ) 🙂
2. NO ! to putrefying Cadillac Caskets
I don't want to spend decades laying in my own mess.
3. NO! to burial of any kind, anywhere green or otherwise
4. Yes! to Cremation ( although I wouldn't mind that big freeze ( if it hits these shores in time )-BUT DON'T BURY THE ASHES!!!!! I , AS I WOULD HAVE WISHED FOR MY SON – I WANT TO BE FREE, ONE WITH THE AIR, THE SKY THE STARS!
Take me from whence I pass to my neighborhood Funeral Home ( if I am still in Lorain) where I know they care. Do the paperwork and the cremation asap.
Then scatter some of me near Chris's weeping Norwegian Pine, but take some of me back to those White Cliffs of Dover.( UNLESS they have been sold to the French)
Note: If any of my loved ones want a remembrance then I like the idea of being a diamond.
In search of my son – in search of me will continue……….
Heart Cuddles – Moonbeams
Photo – Chris RITCHEY ( A HEART WORK OF MY OWN)
The post today was going to be of a very different nature. Basically I was bemoaning the fact about heart artwork and my stats going nuts!
"WHEW!!! I am glad that this day has finally arrived and hopefully gone for another year. Last year I put up some "heart artwork" AND NO!!!!! I am not putting it up here again . Initially it was found on 5th page of google images BUT as more and more people accessed it- it moved up in the pages which meant more and more people everyday for the past 10 days have accessed it.
This blog has been inundated with hits, actually some stay and read other posts, but the thousands and I mean thousands upon thousands that access the year old article have only come for the pictures 🙂
BUT then I accessed Buster's House and Lisa's
and I realized that just maybe a picture is worth 10 thousand hits a day -if just a few make the Heart Work then Lisa's commitment to help others with little moonbeams of their own will enable her little moonbeam to continue to bring light in the darkest of nights.
Please read the post found here

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Live Chat Benefits in Theory and Numbers
When we ask companies why they don't offer chat support, they mostly give a variation of the same answer: "We already offer phone, email, and even social media support. Why would we also add chat?"
To understand the benefits live chat offers over phone and email, we need to take a closer look at the ways in which these channels differ from one another.
Synchronous or asynchronous
Most forms of communication are synchronous. When a bird sings to attract a mate, when your dog barks to the bird, or when your neighbor shouts to shut him up – in all cases the production of information coincides with its consumption.
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The rest of our communication is asynchronous. Like when your dog clarifies the borders of his territory to the other dogs by lifting his leg to your neighbor's fence, or when your neighbor writes you an angry text about the smell. In these cases the receivers of information can consume it at a later time.
From the channels we can use for customer support, phone and (to a lesser extent) live chat are clear examples of synchronous communication. Email and social media fall within asynchronous communication.
Voice- or text-based
Communication happens either in written or in spoken form. It's hard to say which has the upper hand with today's intense level of mobile texting, or the resurgence of voicemail brought about by WhatsApp. What's certain is that voice and text play by different rules.
Text can easily be 're-consumed' through rereading, which is impossible for voice communication. Voicemail is an exception, but its searchability doesn't compete with chat or email.
The advantage of voice based communication is the emotion that can be added. According to the Iceberg Theory the bulk of communication happens below the surface.
The model suggests that when you ask your girlfriend on her opinion of you having a guys night out, instead of the literal message you should focus on the tonality of her "it's fine". This tonality is obviously easier to detect through voice than through text.
Low or high anonymity
The web allows millions of people to indulge in anonymous communication. The results might not always look so nice on discussion forums, but that's another discussion. The takeaway is: people love the option of anonymity.
The various communication channels offer anonymity at varying degrees.
With phone you don't need to mention your real name, but through your voice and phone number you do expose yourself. Email is less personal, but you expose your address whenever you reach out. Web chat is the only channel through which you can choose to stay fully anonymous.
Off- or on-site
With commerce increasingly gravitating around cyberspace, we need support channels that work for websites. They need to work on-site, so the customer can use them without disrupting her buying experience.
To send an email, you have to make a media switch away from the website. If your question is crucial to your buying decision, you'll have to wait for the response.
With phone you also make a minor media switch, but at least you can talk to someone while surfing the website. Anyone who's tried this, though, will acknowledge that it's not easy interpreting directions from someone who isn't literally on the same page as you.
Now click on the blue button. The blue, yes. The green? Yes, ok. The green I mean. Yes... So, what's happening now?
Live chat is the option to chat within the page. Support is thus always just a click away; you don't need to pause your shopping to get it. And with a screenshot function, the service rep always has a clear idea of what the customer is looking at.
So what benefits does this unique set of properties lead to?
1Higher customer satisfaction
The combination of low effort, anonymity, and familiarity with chat makes it the preferred channel for many customers.
According to a research by Internet Retailer, 20% of consumers say live chat is their favorite way to interact with a merchant. A study by Software Advice showed that live chat was relatively more popular for simple and shopping-related questions.
2Higher website conversions
The fact that live chat is on-site and real-time makes it the only channel that allows you to guide your visitors through your website. A critical question can be resolved on-site, before it puts customers off the purchase.
A case study with Virgin Airlines showed a 3.5 times higher conversion rate as well as a 15% higher average order value for customers who chatted compared to those who didn't.
One major feature contributing to the higher conversion rate is the register form , which asks web visitors to leave their name, email, and/or other information in order to start the chat. Especially when connected to a CRM tool like Pipedrive or Salesforce, this allows your team to quickly collect leads that they can easily follow up on.
3Lower service costs
The fact that chat is real time as well as based on text puts it in a unique position in terms of support efficiency.
Unlike a phone agent, a chat agent can support multiple web visitors at the same time. With Userlike one operator can chat with up to 10 visitors simultaneously, although we recommend to start with a chat slot size of 3.
This simultaneous support is further facilitated through the use of chat macros – canned messages to answer frequent questions. The case study with Virgin Airlines showed that the average chat agent can cover the work done by 15 agents focused on email.
Finally, the fact that it's text-based makes for easy documentation and follow-up. You can easily forward a live chat conversation to a helpdesk or CRM system for that.
Lots of benefits. What are the downsides? There are a few, but none we can't defend ourselves against.
One is the need to always be online. To alleviate this pain, we've created Chat Butler . This chatbot takes over the first steps of the support process when no one's online – collecting the question and contact info – while notifying his human colleagues that a chat is waiting. When a support rep comes online, he forwards the chat. When not, he creates a ticket.
What's more, outside of your support hours most chat solutions turn into an offline contact form. So it's basically like sending an email without leaving the website.
One other potential downside is the lack of nonverbal communication related to the Iceberg Theory. One danger in this is the 'negativity bias', our tendency to regard all that's ambiguous as negative. This bias can be countered through live chat best practices, which we'll share in an upcoming post. Subscribe to our newsletter to get it in your inbox.


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Ivan Markov
Adjunct Associate Professor
Email: firstname.lastname@example.com
Educational Credentials :
- Ph.D., Structural Engineering, Cornell University, 1993
- M.Sc., Structural Engineering, Cornell University, 1989
- CEE, B.Sc., and M.Sc., Architecture, University of Belgrade, 1989
- Specialization in Housing, University of Belgrade, 1984
- Specialization in FR Concrete, TH Delft, 1983
Teaching Experience :
- Associate Professor, City College of New York, CUNY, 2017-present
- Adjunct Associate Professor, New York Institute of Technology, 2018-present
- Associate Professor, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, 2008-2017
- Visiting Research Professor, University of Newcastle, 2006
- Associate Professor, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, 2005-2008
- Visiting Professor, Cornel University, 2002
- Visiting Research Professor, TH Eindhoven, 2000
- Associate Professor, Syracuse University, 1994-2005
- Instructor, Syracuse University, 1993-1994
- Post Doc. Research Associate, Cornell University, 1994
- Research Assistant, Cornell University, 1993
- Teaching Assistant, Cornell University, 1989
Professional Experience :
- CAD Engineer, ARCADE, The Netherlands, 1987
- Bridge and Building Designer, IKS, 1986
Selected Publications and Recent Research :
- Markov, I. "Visualization of Structural Behavior by Load Testing Physical Models," Proceedings of the IASS Symposium 2018, Boston, July 16-20, 2018.
- Markov, I. "Modeling and Load Testing of Cable Net Structure," Proceedings of the IASS Annual Symposium 2016, "Spatial Structures in the 21st Century," September 26-30, 2016, Tokyo, Japan.
- Markov, I. at all. "Educational Modeling and Load Testing of Shells," International Journal of Space Structures, March 2016.
- "Research in Design of Spatial Adaptable Rapidly Erectable Building Systems," Joint research Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute - The Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts - Princeton University - Semyuang University, S. Korea. Funded $32,000 for period 3/15-12/31/15.
- Markov, I. "Hands-On, Minds-On for Shells," International Association for Shells and Spatial Structures (IASS) - 2015 Symposium, Amsterdam, August 17-20, 2015.
- Markov, I. "Hands-On Approach to Cross-Disciplinary Teaching Challenge," 2012 Education, Math and Engineering Technology, Hawaii University International Conferences, August 2012.
- Nicholas P., M. Tamke, M. Thomsen, H. Jungjohann, and I. Markov. "Graded Territories: Towards the Design, Specification and Simulation of Materially Graded Bending Active Structures," ACADIA 2012, San Francisco, October 2012.
- Constantinou C., J. Mendez, I.Markov, and M. Stein. "Rapid Response Low Cost Housing System – Haiti Case," 4th Latin-American Symposium on Tensile Structures, Montevideo, Uruguay, 6-8 April, 2011.
- Markov, I. "Performance Based Integrated Structural Physical Models," Building Technology Educators' Society Conference, Toronto, August 4-7, 2011.
- Markov, I. "Concept of Tuning and Constructing Mass-Customized Generative Surfaces," Journal of the International Association for Shell and Spatial Structures, No.2, Vol. 25, 2010.
- Markov, I., and J.F. Gabriel. "Spatial and Structural Aspect of Polyhedra," Engineering Structures, The Journal of Earthquake, Wind and Ocean Engineering, Vol. 23, Number 1, January 2001, pp. 4-11.
- Claiborne, Markov, Ruccolo, First Place at the International Competition for Design of the New Museum of Contemporary Arts of Vojvodina in Novi Sad." Serbia. June 2000.
Professional Memberships :
- IASS -International Association of Shell and Spatial Structure
- IABSE -International Association of Bridge and Structural Engineering
- BTES -Building Technology Educators Society


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Not all of us are born with the genes of a morning person. I, for one, do not have an internal clock set to wake me anywhere near sunrise. Although there's nothing wrong with loving sleep, life often calls for us to be early risers. Here are a few steps that might make crawling out of bed at 6 am just a little bit less painful.
Change your sleeping patterns
More often than not, people who have a hard time getting up in the morning tend to stay up late. This can cause a vicious cycle of oversleeping and restlessness when it comes time to get some sleep. Instead of hitting the snooze button on the morning after a late night, force yourself out of bed. Although this can feel painful at the time, you're really doing yourself a favor. This should nix any restlessness you would have at night, getting you to sleep earlier and making the next morning easier.
Skip naps
Waking up at the break of dawn might leave you feeling a bit groggy mid-afternoon. A nap will probably seem appealing, but don't let it tempt you. This, too, can throw off your sleep schedule, leaving you wide-awake at night when you should be resting up. If you really can't resist, try not to sleep for any more than 15-20 minutes (before your body has a chance to reach the REM sleep phase).
Exercise in the morning
Once you finally get yourself up, exercise may very well seem like the most unappealing option. However, this is probably the best way to give yourself the boost of energy you need to start your day. Try going for a short jog around your neighborhood, or if running isn't your thing, do a quick yoga session to stretch out your body and stimulate your mind.
Eat a good breakfast
We've all heard that breakfast is the most essential meal of the day. This is especially true if you're lacking in energy. Try to eat something protein-rich like eggs, add in avocado for a healthy fat and have some multi-grain toast on the side to keep you full for even longer. Don't have time to cook? Grab a protein bar and a piece of fruit before you run out the door.
If all else fails…
Coffee. Everyone has those mornings where they wake up late and need a boost to get the day going. This may not be the most healthful and logical approach, but sometimes there is just no way to get around it. So go ahead and make yourself a large cup and hope that the caffeine kicks in soon enough to get you out the door and where you need to be.
Being a morning person isn't easy for everyone, but it certainly is a useful skill to obtain. With the right sleeping patterns and enough energy boosters, you can be on your way in no time. And remember: a little coffee never killed anyone.


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Herbs & Spices to Avoid While Pregnant
Herbs and spices might seem like innocent additions to your cooking repertoire or health regimen, but if you're pregnant, you should proceed with caution. While certain herbs and spices are safe during pregnancy, and even recommended in some cases, other varieties are off-limits until you deliver your baby. Learn the difference so you can avoid the dangers they pose to you and your unborn baby. Always ask your obstetrician before using any herbs and spices, especially if they are in supplement form.
Pregnancy Rating 101
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration rates certain supplements and medications so pregnant women know more about what's safe and what's potentially dangerous. The rating of herbs and spices is more of a gray area, however, because the potency of different batches of these can vary, the American Pregnancy Association reports. So, even though herbs are natural, it doesn't mean they're safe. Herbs and spices that are labeled "likely safe" are generally considered safe to take during pregnancy, but ones that are labeled as "likely unsafe" or "unsafe" are obviously off-limits. Always talk to your doctor or a certified herbalist before taking any herbs or spices, the American Pregnancy Association cautions.
Stay Far, Far Away
Herbs that are "likely unsafe" or "unsafe" include black cohosh, dong quai, ephedra, yohimbe, passion flower, roman chamomile, saw palmetto, goldenseal, pay d'arco and pennyroyal, according to the American Pregnancy Association. The Pregnancy.org website adds aloe vera, barberry, basil oil, Devil's claw, feverfew, juniper oil, mistletoe and mugwort to the list of herbs to avoid because they can each cause uterine contractions. Autumn crocus and arbor vitae should also be avoided because they can cause birth defects, Pregnancy.org reports. Large amounts of nutmeg should also be avoided, Aviva Jill Romm reports in her book, "The Natural Pregnancy Book: Herbs, Nutrition, and Other Holistic Choices."
Think Twice About These
There is an entirely different list of herbs and spices that are "possibly unsafe" and shouldn't be taken without the approval of your doctor. American and Korean ginseng, evening primrose, feverfew, kava kava and senna are among the herbs that you should think twice about while you're pregnant, according to the American Pregnancy Association. Another classification, this time from the Natural Medicines Database instead of the FDA, is "Insufficient Reliable Information Available." That means there are no studies that prove that these herbs are safe or not. Including in this list are dandelion, chamomile and nettles.
More to Think About
Most spices, such as cinnamon and black pepper, are safe in food doses, such as when you sprinkle them on foods or use them in cooking. Herbs on the other hand, aren't that simple. It's always best to err on the side of caution and stop using any herbs without speaking to your doctor first. The American Pregnancy Association notes that seeing a certified herbalist might also provide useful information about what's safe and what you need to avoid. Romm notes that many herbs are useful during pregnancy and can help ease many common pregnancy complaints such as tired feet and morning sickness. Speaking with an herbalist can help you learn what you can safely use to ease these symptoms.


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Low Battery Notifications, this is like a DUH one, but glad it is now added.
Friends tab looks good. I always secretly check on my friends games and achievements to be sure I have more then them…. this makes it so much easier! 🙂


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Here's a question – how much weed is too much weed? The answer…well, ask a thousand stoners the same question and chances are 999 of them will answer the same – there's no such thing.
Everybody with at least half a working brain could probably figure out for themselves when the time comes to smoke a little less. Whether it's for professional, social or general 'self-improvement' purposes of any kind, plenty of people make a conscious decision every day to cut down. At least, a little. And some of them do a very good job in doing so, but how about those that sit right on the other end of the spectrum? Is there ever such a time when you might face the kinds of signs and symptoms that suggest you should actually be smoking more cannabis?
It depends which way you look at it, but the way we look at it, the answer is yes – yes there is. But it's important to bear in mind that what we are talking about here is not only those who are already smoking on something of a 24/7 basis. Quite the contrary, as we are also including those who smoke very little or may have never smoked cannabis in their lives. After all, scientific research is slowly but surely beginning to solidify the point that cannabis could have a seriously beneficial impact on the lives of millions all over the world. They just won't know until they have tried it – criminalisation making this a rather hefty obstacle to overcome.
But stepping away from that particular debate for the time being, what kind of signs and symptoms you might experience that suggest you really could do with smoking more cannabis?
You Have Too Much Marijuana
Well, first of all there's the admittedly unlikely scenario that you find yourself in a position where instead of running out of weed, you seem to have more and more of the stuff each and every month. For one reason or another, you have ended up stacking up a stockpile of the stuff that's enough to make the average stoner green with envy. So unless you have a specific plan for all this pot, it's worth remembering that the quality and potency of the stuff you're neglecting is decreasing all the time. Which is of course a crime, which in turn means that you owe it to yourself and to every other stoner out there to get on the case using the stuff before it fades. Or better yet, share the wealth and invite anyone willing to do so to help you deal with your cannabis stockpile.
You've Never Made History At the Olympics
Oh the smugness of the cannabis community when Phelps and a fair few of his counterparts made Olympic history this year with a record haul of medals. Cast your mind back to 2009 and you might just remember Mr. Phelps finding himself on the receiving end of an almighty s**tstorm for having the audacity to enjoy a bong trip. The pro swimming organisation in the US fined and suspended him, Kellogg gave him the boot from a sponsorship deal and he was basically hung out to dry for doing something so 'stupid'. Although it clearly wasn't stupid, given the way in which he then went on to break every Olympic medal-winning record in the book. So you can call it specious reasoning all you like, but the moral of the story is clearly that smoking cannabis will help you win medals at the Olympics. Or if it won't, it certainly won't stop you if you are already on the way to becoming a champion…so there!
You're in Need of Inspiration
Say you're a musician, an artist, a writer or even just the kind of person that's into home arts and crafts. Chances are that from time to time, you find yourself well and truly bereft of inspiration. Perhaps so much so even that it takes some of the shine off whatever it is you are into. Not that it represents any kind of scientific conclusion of course, but it's really no secret or coincidence that some of the most famous, successful and inspirational figures in history have turned to cannabis for a little inspiration themselves. It's not about getting so blasted that you cannot use your brain, but rather finding the right strain of cannabis to let your mind run free and find out exactly what you are capable of. While it's not to say that recommending cannabis as a hobby in its own right is a good idea, trying a little cannabis to spice up whatever it is you already do might just be a fantastic idea.
You're Stressed and Anxious
Stress and anxiety are to a certain extent normal, inevitable parts of being a human being. However, there is a difference between occasionally feeling stressed out and living your entire waking life completely and totally stressed. In the case of this latter group, doctors will often prescribe courses of medication, counselling and so on to help combat the problem. All across the United States however, tens of thousands of stress and anxiety patients are finding nothing more effective than medical marijuana. There are so many strains of medicinal cannabis around these days that have been engineered specifically to combat stress and anxiety, while at the same time not getting the individual too high. As such, while it's never necessarily a good idea to self-medicate without first seeking the input of a medical professional, medicinal marijuana is absolutely something that should be considered by anyone suffering chronic stress and anxiety.
You're Having Trouble Sleeping
And it's exactly the same case for those suffering from insomnia, or many other kinds of sleep disorders. The simple fact of the matter is that while tens of millions of people the world over a struggle to get the restful sleep they need, most simply do not want to turn to prescription medication. From dependencies to side effects to accessibility and so on, the kinds of drugs handed out to assist with insomnia don't always make the most appealing of options. By contrast, medicinal marijuana has the potential to aid restful sleep like almost nothing else out there, with the added bonus of few to no side effects whatsoever. Once again, it's an avenue to explore under professional supervision, but it is absolutely an avenue that must be explored.
You've Stuck to One Strain for Years
As for those already experienced in the art of marijuana consumption, one definite reason to consider smoking more of the stuff is if you have for whatever reason remained faithful to one strain for years. In this instance, it's not necessarily a case of smoking more cannabis as such, but rather branching out into new areas. Even over the last few years alone, the number of new strains that have hit the market has been nothing short of spectacular. Regardless of the reasons you smoke, your personal preferences or what you wish to get out of it, if you haven't tried the most spectacular new arrivals, you are missing out on something quite awesome.
You're Concerned About Legalization Efforts
You know how they often say that if you are not part of the solution, then you are part of the problem? Well, in this particular instance it really couldn't be truer. You cannot consider yourself to be a seasoned and dedicated cannabis user if you are not actively supporting legalization efforts. And for reasons that are plainly obvious, you really cannot say that you are part of the legalization drive if you rarely smoke cannabis and never get involved in the kinds of demonstrations and activities that plead the cases of tens of millions globally. If you have any interest in legalization whatsoever, ask yourself – what exactly have you done to support the cause recently? Or ever, for that matter?
You Feel Sorry For Your Dealer
Last but not least, if you happen to live in one of the fortunate areas where recreational cannabis is now legal, it's pretty common to see the dealers you were once loyal to falling on hard times. Their customers can now get what they want easier, safer, cheaper and better quality than ever before, meaning those that once supported the cannabis community are basically out on their ass. Or at least they are, unless you make the effort to buy from them anyway – just to make yourself feel better. It may be a case of cutting down your usual order and buying a token amount just for the sake of it, but still…you'll feel like a champion for doing so!


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January 28th – Kajukenbo Class #3:
We had a couple visiting Girl Scouts from the State of Washington! The Woodward girls – Junior Girl Scout from Troop #41873 and Brownie Girl Scout from Troop #41576
They joined us in our class, learned some new techniques and had some fun! We also swapped council fun patches. And, they picked up the Aloha Patch Kit to work on so they can earn the Aloha Pumehana patch. We hope they enjoyed their time on our beautiful island <3. Maybe we will see them again next year?


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"One of the most fascinating and rewarding trips of my life"
My three day safari in Serengeti National Park with Mindful Adventure was one of the most fascinating and rewarding trips of my life. My guide Innocent, who has a degree in wildlife conservation and many years of experience conducting tours, is not only knowledgable and capable, but also a genuinely unique and interesting person. Our cook Meshach, also a fascinating individual, prepared excellent meals throughout the journey. It was a pleasure getting to know both of them. And the Serengeti–indescribably beautiful. In three days I saw more wildlife than I've seen in the rest of my life combined, which is saying a lot for someone who loves the outdoors. The entire tour was tailored to my interests as a professional photographer, with excellent guidance and advice from Innocent and Alina, the tour operator. Mindful Adventure is also very reasonably priced and less touristy than many of the bigger tour companies. Highly recommended.
Jeff Mikkelson, USA
"Mindful Adventure was by far the most responsive and affordable option"
This was a wonderful adventure! I was part of a group of students living and working in Mwanza for the summer, and we were looking for an affordable weekend camping trip to the Serengeti. We contacted several different companies, and Mindful Adventure was by far the most responsive and affordable option. Alina warmly answered all our questions and accommodated several last minute changes to the trip. Innocent, our driver, was so friendly and knowledgable and having a younger driver made the trip so much fun. I've recommended them to other students staying in Mwanza and would absolutely travel with Mindful Adventure again!
Hartlee Johnston, USA
"It was both an ecstatic and liberating experience at once"
For me this journey was life-changing in a very subtle, but profound way. Alina makes you see, hear, smell, taste and feel the true Tanzania. De amazing nature that unfolds with every step you take and changes appearance every time, the unique people you meet, my travelling buddies, the memorable encounters with the children, the animals, the fun, the space and the silence, they are all equally unforgettable. The mindful aspect of this adventure raises your senses and brings you down to earth and, especially, into the present. Don't be surprised if your heart overflows and keeps on flowing or if you can't stop smiling like me. I discovered my inner nomad who had no other needs than what was there at the moment. Quite something for someone who initially thought she didn't like tents, travelling in a group, not showering for days, pooping and peeing in a hole and a couple of other minor details… 🙂 I wouldn't have wanted to miss or change a thing. It was both an ecstatic and liberating experience at once. My mindful adventure in Tanzania is forever in my heart. Don't wait to book this trip, jump in with heart, mind and soul!
Kim Koppenol, The Netherlands
"The experience is ongoing vivid"
It has been a few months now that we made this intense but so relaxed road-trip with Mindful Adventure in Tanzania. And the experience is ongoing vivid. With a small group we travelled with two jeeps through the impressive North of Tanzania under the inspiring guidance of Alina and Rama. It was my first time in Africa and it was a true (and sometimes also confronting) adventure, in all ways. Inwardly, outward, sensory, spiritually. It is hard finding the right words for this very special experience.
I wouldn't want to have missed it and it gave me new insights. About myself, the origin of mankind, about the power and incredible beauty of pristine nature. It gave me a strong experience that we need to live with more attention and peace. And that the peace must come from within. The exercises and meditations we did (often while on the road), made me experience everything much more intense (and relaxed) and feel more conscious of everything that was happening inside me and around me. The colors, the smells, the people, the beautiful and incredible amount of wild animals and breathtaking landscapes that we were allowed to experience.
Beautiful! Thank you!
Marcel Musters, The Netherlands
"We learned so much about meditation and being in the present moment"
This was my first trip to Africa, from all the way across the world in California. I was very apprehensive, but the minute Alina and Rama met me at the airport, I felt welcomed and cared for and ready for adventure. The tour was a beautiful way to see the nature and landscape of Northern Tanzania with an intimate group of lovely like-minded people. Touring around in a rugged Land Cruiser and camping in tents or staying in modest hotels suited me much more than traveling in a huge bus with large group. We learned so much about meditation and being in the present moment, including some ideas I still practice in my daily life. It was a lot of terrain to cover in the 13 days that we had, so more time was spent in the car than hiking or being outside or doing yoga on many of the days, but we were able to see large areas of the countryside and villages. I would not hesitate to book a trip again through Mindful Adventure.
Kathleen Mc Kearns, San Francisco
"To me it was so impressive that I hardly can put it into words. But I will try"
I felt this safari was too short, so much happened. I needed to stay longer at one place to be able to take it in more deeply. The quietness, the space, the mindfulness moments were so inspiring, that I like to do more with that, in Tanzania with your guidance. Hiking was the most valuable to me, especially the one on music in slow motion. At the start it was very difficult for me, but because it lasted very long, I was taken into the flow and found rest and peace inside. Thanks Alina for these experiences. Also the waterfall and climbing to it was wonderful. The meeting with the Masaï village was overwhelming and difficult for me. Maybe to me it was too early in the trip. I have intensily enjoyed this land, the people and your crew; they were great. I am thinking back a lot of this safari and I want more. It makes me feel more human".
Jannet Markus, The Netherlands
"A journey with beautiful faraways, incisive proximity and deep insights"
"An adventurous safari on foot in Africa, the origin of mankind. The dream of every boy in the man isn't it? And which man gives space to the boy? I did for sure. Three times in a row I heard about this safari by coincidence. Three times I thought 'wow that is cool, I would like to do that!'. Two times I also thought, 'oh, that is a lot of money, and then without my wife… no I won't do it'. The third time it was different. I had to do it from the boy within myself, adventure was calling. And the boy was allowed to come along, he had to stay inside for such a long time.
And what an adventure it was; campfires, plains, Masaï, dryness, dust, silence, primitive, warriors, forgo, compressed energy, vulcans, emotion, clear nights. Unfamiliar men became comrades. And apart from that all the animals and wonders of nature on the way. But also; meditations, yoga and sharings. That was fairly new to me but it gave such en extra dimension. And all of that in such a setting.
To describe the intensity, the contrasts, the small and the magnificence, words simply fall short. What I do want to share is what it brought me; personal leadership as human and man and a more intense relationship with my wife. The talks with the trainers and comrades, Tanzania, the Masaï, they all contributed in their own unique way. I end with a powerfull and loving Aho. Thank you Mindful Adventure and Tanzania for seeing the need for this and for making it possible".
Rob Noteboom, The Netherlands
"I had a wonderful time in every way"
"A camping spot between Masai villages, a tree with a wide view. Dancing Five Rhythms by Gabrielle Roth at daybreak. Memories of years of dancing, memories to profound events then. Now dancing again with emotions of mourning and loss; flowing and crying, stamping staccato and stillness. The Masai guide Muran dancing wit hus, the teen daughters of driver Rama as well. This is life as it can be in al it's diversity and liveliness. On the road people are walking from village to village, they stand still, watch, and lean on their walking stick for a while, and continue.
A Mindful inner and outer journey through Tanzania, adventurous and inspiring".
Lieneke Akkerman, Netherlands
"I felt carried by nature"
"Some moments I will never forget. When we were meditating at Empakai, the beautiful Vulcanic Lake in Ngorongoro. I had found a spot where I could just see the Lake through the plants. This was an unforgettable moment of looking within myself ánd looking outward. I felt so carried by nature. All my senses where wide open. Alina chooses for people and places that fit to her Mindfulness approach. The exercises (that certainly have an impact), the walking, camping in the wild, the Masai that we meet, it all was real and pure. I am grateful to Alina, Rama, Msafiri and Tuma for this very beautiful travel experience. A meeting with man and nature, and with myself"".
Lizanne Croonen, Netherlands
"A real wow feeling"
This safari was a trip to an incredible beautiful country but also an incredible inner journey. From the first moment I was there, my nerves fell away and there was only excitement: "what would happen these coming 2 weeks". And so much has happened. We watched for lions, elephants, leopards…. What was it beautiful to stand amidst of all that! A real wow feeling. Apart from that there was the amazing beautiful landscape during the walks where we enjoyed so much more because of the mindfulness exercises that made us live completely in the NOW. Every meal was a feast from our loverly cook. If you are in doubt, just do it and let you be carried away in a special adventure. I am taking it with me and am absolutely less fearful since I'm back. Really wow!!!!
Lindsey Arnouts, Belgium
"The walking meditations made me experience everything more intense"
Wow, what a trip! I knew there was something with me and Africa, but this trip made me experience and see this even more. The (walking) meditations made me experience everything more intense and made mee see the beauty of the African landscape even more. The walking trekking, The Masaï, the wild animals, driving through the African landscape, hearing the roaring of a leopard, the African relaxdness (pole pole), all highlights of this extraordinary safari!
Margo Noordhoek, The Netherlands
"I felt I was travelling with friends instead of a travel organisation"
AFRICA! I didn't know much about it really. I felt attracted to Africa, but also tense because of my ignorance about the country and its inhabitants and not knowing what was going to happen. Msafiri was welcoming us on arrival and that was very nice. I felt safe from day 1 onwards. The people are very sociable, speak reasonably English and are cheerful with a positive attitude. They also take good care of the food. I especially appreciated camping on small sites and being in touch with nature and locals instead of traveling around like a rich tourist. The contrast between rich and poor was made crystal clear during this trip. The climate is good and certainly not too hot. Nature is overwhelmingly beautiful. I have never been in a country with so many different animals and birds. Streets are colourful. The trip itself has a diverse program with riding, walking, temperature differences, heights, relaxing, meeting Masai villages and towns. I felt I was traveling with friends instead of a travel organisation which made the whole experience very special.
Africa, I'm glad I met you. Many thanks to Alina and Msafiri for this beautiful experience.
Linda Heilygers, the Netherlands
"It was a completely different holiday compared to standard trips "
It has been a fantastic experience to travel to Tanzania with Mindful Adventure. It was a completely different holiday compared to standard trips offered by most travel agents. Walking with the Masai through the ever changing views of the countryside; absorbing the greatness of nature and camping with donkeys, their riders and our own cook. My three highlights were Tarangire, Ngorongoro and Serengeti and I also really enjoyed swimming underneath romantic waterfalls! It is indescribable how many animals can be spotted in such a short time. I thoroughly enjoyed it and often still think about it with great pleasure.
Anita Smulders, the Netherlands
"This trip I will never forget"
It has given me:
- The experience of slowing down
- A closer relationship to nature and myself
- A sense of respect for the Masaï people and their unchanged lifestyle through the ages
- The beauty and purity of the landscape
- A hard question to ask: "who is taking better care of this earth, de Masai or the remaining people in this world"?
Maarten van der Velde, the Netherlands


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For a Sophisticated Sportsman
The Design Challenge
What creative interior design solution addresses a wife's desire for white on white while allowing her husband to show off his hunting trophies? In light of the fact that the couple has three young boys and a dog, Jennifer Horstman of Lenox Home Design had her work cut out for her. Given these challenges, and working with the beautiful coastal cottage style designed by David Charlez Designs, she expertly transitioned this home in to one fit for a sophisticated sportsman. On the whole this home provides a space that combines functionality, durability and personality.
Opposites Attract
First, the design team infused color in to the white-on-white decor with accents such as Hunter Green, Dark Blues and Metallic. For example, a one-of-a-kind green and black tiled bathroom off the guest room provides an oasis of calm.
Second, the use of reclaimed beams nods to the husband's need for a rustic look . Likewise, wood walls in the lower level family room come from Kentucky tobacco barns (harking to the husband's family's racehorses).
Third, the use of plants throughout the home provide a sense of life, layers and texture.
Finally, wallcovering creates dimension, with hunter green lizard skin in the front entry, abstract patterning in the powder bath to feathers and flowers in the two laundry rooms.
Design meets function
Equally important to the design decor for the homeowners is functionality. Custom cabinetry is carefully crafted for everything from knives to toothbrushes. Furthermore, Crypton upholstery fabrics on all the furniture will wear well with young children and pets. Most importantly, the boys can let off steam in the families' sport court. Hockey or basketball anyone? Last but not least, a specially designed gun room, along with integrated safe door (not shown in pictures for privacy) balances out the yin and yang design style with the families' needs and wants within the home.
Heart of home
Above all, the heart of the home is truly the kitchen – with dramatic high ceilings, double islands, open concept and attached pantry. Function continues to the dining room's floor which is an easily washed ombre tile pattern that feathers into a custom stained white oak floor. The hearth room which sits on the other side of the double fireplace from the dining room creates a convenient space for morning cartoons or late evening bourbon drinking.
A Winning team of experts
This coastal cottage for a sophisticated sportsman is the second home Todd Simning of Kroiss Development masterfully built for this client. This is due to the solid, life-long relationships he fosters. Todd's expertise includes creating winning teams that are integral to the success of the project and start on day one. Once construction begins, everyone is on the same page ensuring the project goes more smoothly.
This home was designed by David Charlez Designs and built by Kroiss Development, Inc. Interior Design by Lenox House Design Photography provided by Spacecrafting.


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iPhone v. Android - the last word
Those who are still debating between the iPhone, Blackberry, Android and other smart phones should pay attention to this amazing news:
After slipping out of a skydiver's pocket, one of Apple's iPhone 4 units survived a 13,500-foot drop and can still make and receive calls.
Jarrod McKinney said he was in such a rush to "get out the door" of the plane on a recent skydiving trip that he forgot to secure his iPhone 4, CNN reports. "I just knew it was gone. Falling from that height? (What are) the chances of you finding something like that or even knowing where to look?" he said.
But, after touching down, McKinney used a "GPS tracking app" to locate the device, which had landed on the roof of a building roughly a half-mile away.
Skydiving instructor Joe Johnson called the phone as a joke and was surprised when the call actually went through. The device, which had been cracked once before after a tumble off a bathroom shelf, is still able to make and receive calls, despite the fact that its front and back glass surfaces had shattered. The handset had been protected by a Incipio-branded case that was broken on impact.
Looking at it another way:
When contacted for the report, Consumer Reports editor Mike Gikas quipped that McKinney had found a way to resolve the phone's reception problems, which caused a firestorm of controversy last year. Dropping the smartphone from a plane is "the proved method for fixing the antenna problem," Gikas joked.
Now if I could only get my ATT MicroCell to work. [Maybe drop it from a plane.-ed]
UPDATE: Apple is just now reporting more than double profits for the quarter with twenty million iPhones sold.


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Archive for the 'Uncategorized' Category
Bear Misconceptions
When people go on hikes, they typically become paranoid about running into a Mama bear. But a recent study shows that American black bears have only killed 63 people in the past hundred year. However, 88 percent of those attacks happen when bears are on the prowl, or on the hunt. Rarely do hikers get attacked because they they seem to be a threat to a mother bear. Bear attacks always seem to make the news and has become universal fear among Canadians and Americans alike because the news like to report and stress bear attacks. The article is interesting and can help to ease paranoia of being attacked by a bear in the woods.
Baby Penguin for the Bride and Groom
The royal couple has been all over the news lately, but this article is not about the wedding or honeymoon at all. In fact, it tells how Prince William and his wife Catherine are sponsoring a baby penguin at the English zoo. The penguin's name is Acorn and will be living with 49 other Humbolt penguins. The royal couple did not choose the penguin as their animal of choice, the the article states, "The zoo had asked followers on social networking sites to choose which of its 400 different species the couple should sponsor," (Yahoo). Social networking polls are becoming a popular medium to gather information. A similar poll was taken to suggest what breed of dog Americans would want to see the Obama family adopt.
Junk Food is Good for You
I came across an interesting article that advises the public to give their children junk food in moderation. In a country where obesity has been a hot topic among politics and adults my entire life, I found it out of place to read an article like this. The article states that healthy diets are physically important for children, however, it becomes socially healthy to give children junk food once in awhile. The article brings up several main points to encourage this behavior, including how children socialize with schoolmates on field trips and around the lunch table by swapping foods. The article also mentions how a varied diet is healthy for their college experience. If they become deprived of snack foods they will gorge themselves once given the opportunity and become that student who cannot control his alcohol and food intake limit. Take a look!
Backlash after the death of Bin Laden?
While the nation rejoices the death of Osama Bin Laden, some fear that there may be some form of retaliation from Bin Laden's followers. There have been many incidents such as the evacuation of a Bronx apartment building over alleged pipe bombs(turned out to be regular pipes) as well as arrests of middle easterners who were thought to be involved in terrorist activities. I believe that perhaps there is some paranoia in America after Bin Laden's death and that events like these happen even more frequently in the future.
Photoshop around the World
Situation Room- without Hillary This article caught my eye this morning, so I figured I'd share it! One of the headlines on my Yahoo homepage read "Hillary Clinton edited out of iconic photo". The picture they are talking about is the one of President Obama and his team in the situation room at the time they were awaiting word on the raid that lead to the death of Osama Bin Laden. A Ultra-Orthodox Hasidic broadsheet Der Tzitung felt that the presence of Hillary Clinton in the photo was not appropriate for their headlines. Of course, as an American I find this ridiculous. But at the same time, it makes you realize that in other parts of the worlds things are much different.
Healing Hearts at Marist
On February 25, 2011 Seventeen /magazine highlight an organization that was founded by one of our very own Marist students. In "Take a stand against teen dating abuse!" reporter Leanna Brittis explains that February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month. In honor of that, Seventeen Magazine discussed h<3rt1 which is the non profit organization that Danielle DeZao founded only one year ago. Her goal is "to heal a heart, remove the 1" since about 1/3 of teenagers are involved in physically or emotionally abusive relationships.
I find this article particularly important to college students because we need to be more aware that this abuse is happening around us. We can continue to ignore it, or we can look for the signs and try to help our peers. It is also important to note that one of our fellow students has had the courage to step forward and change her own life. But she didn't stop there. It is inspiring enough that she was able to end her abusive relationship (which happened here on campus, by the way), but then she started this organization to offer people in similar situations help and support.
This is not just a club where people get together and cry about their feelings. This organization has earned nation-wide attention in the short year that it has been existence for. At a benefit concert two weekends ago, DeZao's mother emotionally expressed her thanks, saying that whether or not we realized it- the concert could have literally saved someone's life.
This article proves to me two things.
1. Everyone should familiarize themselves with the symptoms and warning signs of abusive relationships. People need to speak up when they see something.
2. If you are passionate about something, you can do anything. Age and lack of experience are not good excuses. Danielle DeZao has proved that anything is possible, and frankly, it is inspiring.
Gay Activism Reaches Professional Sports
Sean Avery's Endorsement of Gay Marriage Today when I opened my Yahoo homepage, this title stood out to me. Gay marriage has been a hot topic of discussion for as long as I can remember. It has always something I have been aware of, but I don't think it really hit me about how serious this issue is till I came to college. Some of my closest friends here at Marist are gay and after listening to their relationship up and downs and their life long goals, I can't imagine that they don't have the same rights as me in the eyes of the law. Seeing activism really spread to the forefront of the media with the help of big name starts in the industry, is great. But it is even better when athletes bring light to this issue. Sean Avery of the New York Rangers recently stared in an advertisement calling for the support of gay rights. Having the support of a male athlete really breaks ground for the issue and helps loose the "taboo" topic that is associate with gay and lesbian athletes. Check out the link for the advertisement and article on Sean Avery


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This article first appeared in the Guardian on 3rd December 2012
As Cyber Monday heralds the start of a month of present buying, we look at your rights and how you can avoid looking like a turkey this Christmas.
It's that time of year again – the moment you realise that if you want to buy Christmas presents at a good price and get them delivered in time to wrap and put under the tree, you'd better start shopping.
The first Monday in December is usually one of the busiest for online shoppers, although there are many who leave their purchases until later. So what do you need to know if you are planning to join the throng online?
How do I get the best deal?It's the usual story about shopping around – but there are a couple of price comparison sites you can use if you know what you are looking for.
Google Shopping offers a pretty comprehensive round up of prices – type the name of the item into Google and click on Shopping at the top – but it isn't laid out brilliantly so you will need to scroll through to find the best price.
Kelkoo and PriceRunner also claim to scour the internet for the best price, although they seem to perform better on best-selling items than older goods (I searched for Django Django's album and the The Killing series 1 on DVD and the results seemed to show just one retailer's price).
A new site, Flubit, claims it can beat the best price you find, but you have to wait for it to return with an offer by email so is not ideal for last-minute shopping.
With any of these sites the actual order is placed with a retailer so your contract is with it, not the price comparison site.
Is it safe to shop online?Under internet sales rules websites should include the retailer's address and an email address, so alarm bells should ring if none of this information is available. You should also be concerned if, when you go to pay, you do not see a padlock or key symbol somewhere on the page, often near the URL.
The best way to avoid rogue sites is to do a bit of research – internet forums are packed with people sharing their stories about bad service and goods that do not appear, so before you buy do a search on the name of the company.
Even if you are shopping on a well-known, legitimate site you should be security conscious. Make sure your anti-virus software is up-to-date, do not use communal computers and create the strongest passwords you can. If a site gives you the choice between storing your payment details or making a one-off purchase, you might want to opt for the latter.
If you are worried you could stick to sites that let you place an order but pay when you pick up an item in store – this at least means you know you have secured the item you want and do not have to queue up. Argos and PC World are among the few retailers that offer this option.
Do I need a credit card to shop online?You don't, but it is sensible to use one if you are ordering anything costing more than £100, because using a credit card gives protection that isn't afforded by a debit or prepaid card or PayPal. Under section 75 of the consumer credit act, the credit card provider is jointly liable if something goes wrong, so if you place and pay for an order with a company that goes bust before you get your delivery you can claim your money back from the credit card company.
Debit and prepaid card providers do offer a voluntary protection scheme called chargeback which applies on smaller sums. You can find out more about section 75 and chargeback here.
What happens if I change my mind?If you have had an item made to your specification or personalised – for example, you have had someone's name put on a football shirt – you cannot change your mind.Otherwise, under the distance selling regulations you are allowed to change your mind and cancel an order at any point from the day you place it up until seven working days from the day after it is delivered, but you should do so in writing, either a physical letter or an email. You then need to return the goods.
Some retailers recently got into trouble with the Office of Fair Trading for insisting items had to be returned in their original packaging. Legally, this isn't the case – you are only obliged to make sure the items are returned in reasonable condition. If you had to get them out of the packet to inspect them, that is OK.
The retailer's terms and conditions should tell you if you are responsible for paying to return an unwanted order, so if you have any doubts before you press "Buy", make sure you have checked this out. Retailers with a high street presence will often let you take goods back to their stores, which can be much handier than having to queue at the Post Office. If the retailer does not say who is responsible for paying, it will have to stump up the cost.
If you have any problems cancelling an item, Which? has a range of template letters you can use to take on a retailer.
What happens if it doesn't arrive in time?When you place an order the retailer should tell you when you can expect it to be delivered – if it doesn't, the distance selling rules assume it will be in a maximum of 30 days. If the retailer fails to deliver within the agreed timeframe it should let you know and, if you decide you no longer want the order, give you your money back.
What happens if it doesn't ever arrive?If the item does not arrive you should complain to the retailer. If the retailer disappears or refuses to help then contact your credit or debit card company and begin the process of claiming back your money.
A price is too good to be true – does the retailer have to honour it?Online price glitches can lead to retailers offering goods at incredible prices, and usually spark a surge of consumers rushing to take advantage. Whether the retailer has to honour it depends on its terms and conditions – it can say that the contract is not deemed to have been entered into until it has sent out a confirmation email.
This means that even if you have placed the order and paid the "too good to be true" price, if it spots its mistake later it is within its rights to adjust the price to the correct sum. If the goods arrive at the low price, however, it is not allowed to chase you for the difference.


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In its fourth year, La Pampa Grill's popular tradition of cooking wood-fired turkeys for Thanksgiving dinner returns. This is a particularly wonderful helping hand for those of you who would like a special main course at your Thanksgiving table, while you can focus on preparing the rest of the meal.
Each interested family purchases their own local turkey (please order from our local farm friends Flying Mouse Farm; Morning Sun Farm; New Liberty Farm; or Bowman Landes' turkeys available to order at Tom's Market in downtown Yellow Springs) and brings it the day before Thanksgiving for prep. La Pampa will cook the turkeys over the wood-fired grill on Thanksgiving Day, to a prearranged set schedule for your meal time. Families pick up their turkey to take straight home to their Thanksgiving table!
SPACE IS LIMITED. To place an order and arrange details, email La Pampa at: email@example.com


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Mortal Kombat 11 Premium Edition (Steam Gift)
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The all new Custom Character Variations give you unprecedented control of your fighters to make them your own. The new graphics engine showcases every skull-shattering, eye-popping moment, bringing you so close to the fight you can feel it. Featuring a roster of new and returning Klassic Fighters, Mortal Kombat's best-in-class cinematic story mode continues the epic saga over 25 years in the making.
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The developers describe the content like this:
This Game may contain content not appropriate for all ages, or may not be appropriate for viewing at work: Frequent Violence or Gore, General Mature Content
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- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Graphics: NVIDIA® GeForce™ GTX 670 or NVIDIA® GeForce™ GTX 1050 / AMD® Radeon™ HD 7950 or AMD® Radeon™ R9 270
- DirectX: Version 11
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I have 2 questions:
asked Sep 16 '11 at 13:45
Roman ♦♦
Has the end-of-support date confirmed for Tectia client/server v6.1.x?
Is Tectia Client/server 6.2 compatible with Tectia Server/Client 6.1?
answered Sep 16 '11 at 14:19
Roman ♦♦
Hi Roman,
Thanks for the reply
(Sep 28 '11 at 09:51) PWG
Hi Roman,
Thanks for the reply. For the EOL, the link only says "estimate". So it is not yet confirmed, right? For whether v6.1 client/server is compatible with v6.2 client/server, I cannot find such info in the link you provide. Is there any place that explicite states this?
answered Sep 28 '11 at 10:49
I believe those dates should be fairly accurate. I'll look into why they are marked as "estimate". In regards to 6.1-6.2 compatibility, the closest I can find is this from the server admin manual: http://www.tectia.com/manuals/server-admin/62/server-upgrading.html and this from the client: http://www.tectia.com/manuals/client-user/62/clientserver-upgrading.html
(Sep 28 '11 at 11:36) Roman ♦♦


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So, if any of you are out this way, or live in Vancouver (or are near it) then I would suggest that you try to make an effort to see it.
Here is a small preview on it, check it out. (Oh, I should mention that it is dedicated to teens...just to let you know) :P
August 7, 2010$10 per person - Bring blankets or lawn chairs if you like.
2:30-9:30 pm
Millenium Park
Download Map & Directions (Right click and "Save As")
~Son of the King~


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Move a #SharePoint 2010 sub site to a different location on the same farm #SP2010 #PS2010 #PowerShellJune 28, 2012 at 4:41 pm | Posted in Administration, PowerShell | 3 Comments
Tags: Project Server 2010, PS2010, SharePoint 2010, SP2010
Recently a query came up on the Project Server forums asking how to move a SharePoint site from the PWA site collection to another site collection. Please note this was not a Project Site. For this question I created a simple PowerShell script that will export the site and import it into the specified location. Even though this example is for a site in the PWA site collection, it will work for a site in any SharePoint 2010 site collection providing the same site templates, features etc. are available.
The script is available to download from the Microsoft Script Center:
Below is a walkthrough on using and executing the script.
Firstly download the script and set the variables:
# set variables
$exportfolder = "C:\Site exports" – Specify the folder to be created, this is where the export files will be created
$exportfile = "\site_export.cmp" – Specify the export file name
$exportsite = "http://vm353/PWA/PAULMATHERTESTSITE" – Specify the URL of the site that you want to move
$exportlocation = $exportfolder+$exportfile – This does not need to be updated
$importlocation = "http://vm353/PAULMATHERTESTSITE" – Specify the location where you want the site to be imported
The next part of the script gets the exported site's template as this is needed to create the placeholder site later on:
#get export site's template
$web = Get-SPWeb $exportsite
$webTemp = $web.WebTemplate
$webTempID = $web.Configuration
$webTemplate = "$webTemp#$webTempID"
Worthing noting is that you need to use the Configuration property as the template ID rather than the WebTemplateID property as the WebTemplateID will always contain the original ID for the first template Microsoft created. For example a Team Site template ID is STS#0, but the WebTemplateID property for a Team Site will contain a 1, the Configuration property will contain the correct ID, in this case a 0.
The final part of the script is does the export and import, the comments above each line advise what that part of the script is doing.
#create export folder
$null = New-Item $exportfolder -type directory
#export site
Export-SPWeb $exportsite –Path $exportlocation -IncludeUserSecurity -IncludeVersions 4
Write-host "$exportsite has been exported to $exportlocation"
#create new site ready for import
$null = New-SPWeb $importlocation -Template "$webTemplate"
Write-host "$importlocation created ready for import"
#import site
Import-SPWeb $importlocation –Path $exportlocation -IncludeUserSecurity –UpdateVersions 2
Write-host "$exportsite has been imported to $importlocation" -foregroundcolor "Green"
Now lets have a walkthrough and move a site, in the example I have a Team site called "PAULMATHERTESTSITE" that is below the PWA site collection, I want to move this to the top level root site collection. For this example the variables above are correct. Open PowerShell on the Application server and navigate to the location of the ps1 file, in this case it is on my desktop:
Press Enter to execute the script:
A copy of the site should now exist in the new location.
As always, this script is provided as is with no warranties etc. use at your own risk and test on a test environment before using on a production environment.
#ProjectServer save from Project Professional failed #PS2010 #SP2010 #MSProjectJune 27, 2012 at 11:38 am | Posted in Administration, Fixes, Installation | 1 Comment
Tags: Project 2010, Project Server 2010, PS2010
Just a quick post as a reminder, I was recently at a client where projects failed to save to Project Server. The key error shown in Project Professional and in the Project Server queue was:
error id ="12005"
error= System.Data.SqlClient.SqlException: Execution of user code in the .Net Framework is disabled. Enable "clr enabled" configuration option
The error states the exact issue, CLR needed to be enabled on the SQL Server. The steps to enable CLR are documented here:
Update #SharePoint absolute URLs with relative URLs using #PowerShell #ProjectServer #PS2010 #SP2010June 18, 2012 at 4:34 pm | Posted in Administration, Fixes, Functionality, PowerShell | 1 Comment
Tags: Project 2010, Project Server 2010, PS2010, SharePoint 2010, SP2010
I recently came across an issue with a document library URL on the project sites after the client rolled over the Production environment to the Test farm. When the Project site template was created, a link to a central document library on another site collection was added to the quick launch. The absolute URL was used rather than the relative URL, subsequently all project sites created from that template have the full URL. This obviously works fine for the Production environment but when the project sites are migrated to the Test environment with the environment rollover, the links for this document library point to the Production environment.
Rather than going to each project site and updating the URL manually to the relative URL or asking one of our developers to create a console app to do this, I thought I'd try with PowerShell.
Below is the PowerShell script:
# Script will update the absolute Url on the quick launch link under the specified heading
# with the relativeUrl
# add SharePoint snapin
Add-PSSnapin Microsoft.SharePoint.PowerShell –ea SilentlyContinue
#set variables
$site = "http://vm353/PWA"
$QuickLaunchHeading = "Libraries"
$absoluteUrl = "http://vm353/Shared documents"
$relativeUrl = "/Shared Documents"
foreach ($web in (Get-SPSite $site | Get-SPWeb -Limit All))
$node = $web.Navigation.QuickLaunch | where { $_.Title -eq $QuickLaunchHeading }
foreach($childNode in $node.Children | where { $_.URL -eq ($absoluteUrl) })
Write-host "Updating" $childNode.Title "on the following site" $web.Url
$childNode.URL = $relativeUrl
Write-host "Finished!" -foregroundcolor "Green"
The script above requires four variables to be updated for your environment:
$site = "http://vm353/PWA" – The site collection URL where the Project Sites exist
$QuickLaunchHeading = "Libraries" – The quick launch heading where the link exists
$absoluteUrl = "http://vm353/shared documents" – The URL for the link that needs updating
$relativeUrl = "/Shared Documents" – The correct relative URL for the link
As you can see in this example for my testing, my project sites have a link under the Libraries heading to the root site's shared documents. The script will show what links have been updated as shown below:
Whilst the example above is showing document library links, this script will update any quick launch links providing the correct heading and absolute URL variables are set. The script will also work for non PWA site collections.
The script is available for download from the script gallery, link below:
As always, this script is provided as is with no warranties etc. use at your own risk and test on a test environment before using on a production environment.
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