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This is sad and frustrating news for the UK steel industry because the sector needs a fresh start and we fear this decision will simply deliver more uncertainty over a longer period.
From our own point of view it's disappointing that, in the short term, we will not be able to apply our GREENSTEEL strategy on the scale which would have truly evolved and transformed Britain's steel and engineering sector.
We will continue to pursue our GREENSTEEL vision to deliver an integrated value- added steel business that is both financially strong and built from renewable sources of energy and steel. In the short term we will continue discussions with Tata about the acquisition of a number of important assets that fit well with our strategy.
We would like to thank those who have supported us internally and externally in this long and demanding process and look forward to working with many of them in taking our business forward.
For press enquiries please contact Eoghan Mortell on 07977 555116


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[2005-01-13 00:49 UTC] yml at yml dot com
Description: ------------ PHP 5.0.3 using the recommended php.ini with all warnings and errors turned on. RedHat 9. Apache 1.3.33. Config: ./configure --with-apxs=/usr/local/apache/bin/apxs --with-mysql=/usr/local/mysql --prefix=/usr/local/php_5.0.3 --with-mcrypt=/usr/local/lib --with-gd --with-jpeg-dir=/usr/lib --with-zlib-dir=/usr/lib --with-png-dir=/usr/lib --enable-debug --enable-dmalloc --disable-inline-optimization This may be related to bug http://bugs.php.net/31508. Under PHP 4.3.10 the section of code in question causes a busy loop. Under PHP 5 it causes an object to be dropped. More info, sample code and a sample run can be found at: http://www.yml.com/homepage.html?COMP=clog_list&cmd=detail&cs_clog_entries_ref=149 I have a test case that is a radically reduced version of a large body of code. fv_baseComponent extends fv_baseWidget which extends fvTree. I create a minimal fv_baseComponent. It calls a method in the fv_baseWidget base class called getAttributeValue(). getAttributeValue calls getParentControl() which is present in both fv_baseWidget and fv_baseComponent. In fv_baseComponent getParentControl just returns "$this". The returned value is then used to call a method in the fv_baseComponent class. All this happens in the constructor for fv_baseComponent (which I suspect is the cause of the problem). Once the getAttributeValue() is called in the fv_baseComponent constructor, '$this' is no longer a valid object. If I turn on PHP 4 compatibility mode it seems to work. The code works under PHP 4. (however in the full application the same code seems to have problems under PHP 4.3.10 causing a busy loop). If you need to contact me from an email address other than email@example.com please use the form at http://www.yml.com/Contact_Yermo.html otherwise I will miss your email in all the spam I get. Reproduce code: --------------- See the download available at: http://www.yml.com/homepage.html?COMP=clog_list&cmd=detail&cs_clog_entries_ref=149 It contains base_widget.php, base_component.php, fvTree.php and test.php. The relevant snippet from test.php contains: $currentComponent =& new fv_baseComponent( $nullVar, $nullVar, $nullVar, "static", $nullVar ); ddt( "After creating fv_baseComponent - currentComponent type is '" . gettype( $currentComponent ) . "'"); $currentComponent->getAttributeValue( "hello" ); // at this point $this is destroyed. Is "unknown type". ddt( "after getAttributeValue() call - currentComponent type is '" . gettype( $currentComponent ) . "'" ); // this method call will fail. $currentComponent->setName( "test" ); ddt( "The end - currentComponent type is '" . gettype( $currentComponent ) . "'"); Expected result: ---------------- PHP should not produce any errors when the above is run. Actual result: -------------- test.php:30 - before class includes test.php:30 - Creating fv_staticCtrl instance test.php:30 - fv_baseComponent Constructor: Before getAttributeValue() call. Type of 'this' is 'object' test.php:30 - fv_basewidget::getAttributeValue() - Object id #1 is 'object' test.php:30 - fv_baseWidget::getAttributeValue() - value 'Hello from varLookupATTRS' - type of parentComponent object is 'object' test.php:30 - fv_baseComponent Constructor: after getAttributeValue() call. Type of 'this' is 'object' Warning: Attempt to assign property of non-object in /usr/local2/WWW/mobie.yml.com/mobie/admin_ui/tests/php_5_test/base_component.php on line 125 test.php:30 - After creating fv_baseComponent - currentComponent type is 'object' test.php:30 - fv_basewidget::getAttributeValue() - Object id #1 is 'object' test.php:30 - fv_baseWidget::getAttributeValue() - value 'Hello from varLookupATTRS' - type of parentComponent object is 'object' test.php:30 - after getAttributeValue() call - currentComponent type is 'unknown type' Fatal error: Call to a member function setName() on a non-object in /usr/local2/WWW/mobie.yml.com/mobie/admin_ui/tests/php_5_test/test.php on line 59
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[2005-01-26 04:32 UTC] firstname.lastname@example.com
Thank you for this bug report. To properly diagnose the problem, we need a short but complete example script to be able to reproduce this bug ourselves. A proper reproducing script starts with <?php and ends with ?>, is max. 10-20 lines long and does not require any external resources such as databases, etc. If possible, make the script source available online and provide an URL to it here. Try to avoid embedding huge scripts into the report.
[2005-01-26 05:17 UTC] yml at yml dot com
Umm. Check the script I put together for you at: http://www.yml.com/homepage.html?COMP=clog_list&cmd=detail&cs_clog_entries_ref=149 If you have trouble accessing it please let me know.
[2005-01-26 09:08 UTC] email@example.com
Just a simple page with the script please, or paste it here.
[2005-01-27 02:13 UTC] yml at yml dot com
I forgot to mention, check the few lines at the very bottom of the code. Unfortunately the class definitions are required to reproduce the error but the basic script is extremely simple. Under PHP 5 you get a Warning: Attempt to assign property of non-object in /usr/local2/WWW/mobie.yml.com/mobie/admin_ui/tests/php_5_test/test.php on line 407 Under PHP 4 it runs through the 1000 iterations without fail. It's very simple code. This code used to run in PHP 5.0, but something changed in later versions to cause this error to crop up.
[2005-02-28 21:10 UTC] email@example.com
Please try using this CVS snapshot: http://snaps.php.net/php5-latest.tar.gz For Windows: http://snaps.php.net/win32/php5-win32-latest.zip ..and NEVER ever attach such HUGE scripts in your report!!!!
[2005-03-03 18:32 UTC] yml at yml dot com
1. Same problem. No improvement. $this is getting dropped. Used to work in 5.0RC2. Since 5.0.3 it's been broken. 2. The script I sent was puny. Given how terribly buggy the Zend engine is, expecting that all serious parser errors can be reproduced in a total of 20 lines or less is ridiculous. The meat of the script I sent clearly reproduces the problem in 8 lines, not including the supporting classes. You guys wouldn't pull it from my site; and now you won't look at it if I send it to you. Exactly what would you propose I do to help you track this down? The 85,000 lines of code that's actually having this problem (and producing a coredump), now that's a huge "script".
[2005-03-06 01:26 UTC] michaels at crye-leike dot com
FWIW, here's a shorter script that reproduces the problem for me on PHP 5.0.3: <?php class Foo { function getThis() { return $this; } function destroyThis() { $baz =& $this->getThis(); } } $bar = new Foo(); $bar->destroyThis(); var_dump($bar); ?> This outputs: NULL If I change the assign-by-reference operator (=&) to the normal assignment operator (=) inside destroyThis(), I get: object(Foo)#1 (0) { } Hope this helps...
[2005-03-06 01:50 UTC] yml at yml dot com
Unfortunately the shortened script works as it should if you declare getThis to return a reference as in function &getThis() If however, you refer to the "too-long" script I put together at: http://www.formvista.com/uploaded_files/php5_drops_object.php.txt There is something different about it that causes $this to get dropped even when the method is declared return-by-reference. I haven't been able to narrow it down but it's entirely possible I'm overlooking something obvious. It's got to be something related to legacy pass by reference notation =&. The strange thing is it worked in 5.0.1 and broke in 5.0.2 or .3.
[2005-03-06 02:43 UTC] michaels at crye-leike dot com
True, if getThis() is declared to return a reference then everything works as expected. However, looking through the original reproduce code I noticed something else. If you add parentheses around $this in getThis() then the unexpected behavior returns. Complete code: <?php class Foo { function &getThis() { return ($this); } function destroyThis() { $baz =& $this->getThis(); } } $bar = new Foo(); $bar->destroyThis(); var_dump($bar); ?> Produces: NULL Expected: object(Foo)#1 (0) { }
[2005-03-06 05:55 UTC] yml at yml dot com
Problem found. Removing all the ()'s from reference returning functions and the problem has completely disappeared. However, the case should be caught by the parser and a warning generated. Using parens around returns returning references will cause symbol table corruption occassionally ...
[2005-04-29 03:46 UTC] email@example.com
Andi, I think you once responded to similar issue regarding return() with/without parenthesis..
[2005-05-05 19:45 UTC] email@example.com
Fixed in CVS HEAD and PHP_5_0.
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Song of Childhood
When the child was a child
It walked with its arms swinging,
wanted the brook to be a river,
the river to be a torrent,
and this puddle to be the sea.
When the child was a child,
it didn't know that it was a child,
everything was soulful,
and all souls were one.
When the child was a child,
it had no opinion about anything,
had no habits,
it often sat cross-legged,
took off running,
had a cowlick in its hair,
and made no faces when photographed.
When the child was a child,
It was the time for these questions:
Why am I me, and why not you?
Why am I here, and why not there?
When did time begin, and where does space end?
Is life under the sun not just a dream?
Is what I see and hear and smell
not just an illusion of a world before the world?
Given the facts of evil and people.
does evil really exist?
How can it be that I, who I am,
didn't exist before I came to be,
and that, someday, I, who I am,
will no longer be who I am?
I liked this phrase; when the child was a child.
Why am I me? and why not you?; this question often occured when I was a child. Have you asked yourself the same way when you were a child?


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2014 Predictions - Growth of Healthcare Clouds
Co-founder & Chief Technology Officer
Continuing well into 2014 with more detailed discussion of our predicted trends for the year. Increasingly technology vendors are looking to move applications and resources to cloud-based technologies. The reasons for cloud are well established:
- Low capital spend
- Flexible capacity scale up and down as needed
- More time on apps and less on ops
- Speed of deployments
- Global reach
- Flexibility in locations pick your data center locations regions
In healthcare, the biggest drivers of cloud-based technologies have been the small, but fast growing, number hosted EHR and PM vendors. The biggest in that category is Athena (not small), with companies like CareCloud, Kareo, PracticeFusion, and drchrono also included. These players will continue to grow in 2014; as an indication, Athena just unseated Epic as the #1 overall software vendor by KLAS after Epic had held the spot for the last 8 years. For those that don't know, KLAS is the trusted rating system in the health IT industry.
These cloud based vendors, and new and emerging offerings around things like analytics, population health, digital engagement, and clinical communication, are making enterprises IT more comfortable sending data to the cloud and storing PHI data in the cloud. We talk to cloud-based health IT vendors all the time, and we're astounded by the number of companies and products growing up to serve different segments of healthcare.
One of the other main drivers of cloud-based adoption in the enterprise is developers, which are coming into healthcare very rapidly. Developers are both inside and outside of the enterprise. On the healthcare enterprise side, it will be interesting to see how developers drive the adoption of cloud architecture, likely private cloud.
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Above are findings from a recent Forrester report on the growth of different sectors of cloud computing. Only about 8% of what is considered "private cloud" is actually cloud computing; it's really just virtualized computing. And virtualized computing misses several of the key benefits of cloud computing listed above. Right in our backyard, the large data center project that Epic has underway in Verona, WI, will very likely be purely virtualized computing, and not meet the definitions for cloud computing, hence not have the benefits for customers.
But that's not to say that other vendors won't bring cloud computing to healthcare; it simply means do not believe everything you read about private clouds and enterprises. We predict there will be tremendous growth in 2014 of newer, non-EHR cloud-based tools, many of which will continue to grow beyond 2014 as healthcare evolves to meet growing demands on providers to manage risk.


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Winter is coming. Not to get all Game of Thrones here, but we've already had our first snow in Michigan. Sure, it didn't stick and was only a few flakes, but winter is coming. Sound the alarms, the horses are fluffy and needing to be clipped and the weather has more mood swings than a chestnut mare. Every year my horses shred at least one of their winter blankets and I'm left with the decision of which blanket to add to my lineup. Michigan winters are no joke, so I need blankets for cool weather with some rain, mild winter, and eternal hell has frozen over winters. This means, I really need a great selection of blankets to choose from so my horses are comfortable.
This winter I was in search of the perfect medium blanket, not too light, not too heavy, and extremely durable. The Kensington Platinum Collection 1680D 180G Medium Weight Blanket was the porridge in the middle, just right. Upon first impression, I was shocked at the high quality of the fabrics when I pulled the blanket out of the bag. First test complete. Now to see if it fits as good as it looks. Thanks to the unique, Surefit cut from Kensington, it was a perfect fit for my horse. The Surefit cut is a hybrid of the traditional and european cuts, offering the best of both worlds, as it is form fitting while offering total freedom of movement and maintaining the warmth that horses need to stay comfortable in colder climates, which is perfect for my location and horses.
Quality and fit down, now time to see how my horse actually likes this blanket. So far my horse has worn this blanket in cool nice days, downpours, and for our first sprinkling of snow. Through it all, my horse, Donnie, stayed warm, comfortable, and has yet to come close to shredding it. It's hard for a blanket to thrill me, as Donnie has trashed some of the nicest name brand blankets on the market in a matter of weeks. So for me to try a new brand and have it look as good as new after its first month is unprecedented.
Now that it's proven to be worth its merit, let's talk statistics. The outside of the blanket is coated with Lami-Cell and Teflon, making it waterproof and offering wind protection for the horse, which has been what helps the blanket look as good as new. The Surefit cut has also helped improve the waterproof and warmth of the blanket as it impacts the way the blanket lays on my horse, allowing for the CoolPlus lining system to wick moisture away while circulating Donnie's body heat throughout the inside of the blanket. Add on a detachable belly-band and this blanket is my new favorite winter necessity.
I am curious to see how this blanket lasts throughout the winter, but I have high hopes with how strong of a start we are off to. The Kensington Platinum Collection 1680D 180G Medium Weight Blanket is made very well, allows my horse all the movement (and then some) that he could want (read: there's a lot of aerial movements happening) and helps keep him warm. As a worried horse mother, that helps give me peace of mind as we head into my least favorite time of year.
Find out more by visiting their website at kensingtonproducts.com.


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Better Off Dead?
Who do you side with?
Who do you side with?
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The last throes of resistance to a No Kill Austin continue: In this article, KUT complains of shelter employees having to work harder to save animals, and reports on allegations of "impropriety" in the No Kill movement brought by a notorious opponent of No Kill. After reading this, would it surprise you to find out that TLAC's Program Development Manager is married to KUT's Associate General Manager? The more important question is: Why isn't KUT disclosing their direct conflict of interest when they report on the shelter and specifically its employees?
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The Best Breakfast for Losing Weight
The Best Breakfast for Losing Weight
There is a new need to take in breakfast-and to truly make it a large one. Eating half your day-to-day calories each early morning may help you slim down better, based upon new Israeli study released within the diary Weight troubles.
For that 12-week study, 74 ladies ate 1,400-calorie daily diet regimens contains the same degrees of healthy protein, carbs, and body fat. One group ate 700 calories-together with a treat-at morning meal, 500 calories at lunch time, and 200 calories while dining. An additional team ate 200 calories at breakfast, FIVE HUNDRED calories at lunch, and 700 calories while eating.
Via the surface from the research, the big-breakfast group had actually shed 2. 5 celebrations excess fatty tissue and 4.6 additional inches intended their waistlines as compared to women that consumed their most significant meals during the night. Nonetheless it will improve: The large-breakfast people additionally had 'uncommon' quantities of bad cholesterol levels and greater quantities of great cholesterol-as well as improved blood the hormone insulin sensitivity. Aside from this, additionally they stated really feeling much less famished and a lot more contented.
Why Huge Breakfasts Boost Weight Loss
Previous research shows that the metabolic process functions most properly in the morning, to ensure that your is less likely to save meals as physical body fat by consuming it each morning, states lead research writer Dr. Daniela Jakubowicz, a teacher at Virginia Commonwealth College.
Nonetheless that doesn't indicate that beginning your whole day having a 700-calorie Cronut will instantaneously assist you to slim down. Rather, try for a sizable, balanced meal that's full of protein-like eggs, yogurt, or lean meat-to fight food cravings. And when you are really feeling the requirement, continue and complete your meal with something pleasant Jakubowicz states this might reduce carbohydrate advises later on within the day. You'll need to likewise make sure to create your lunch time much more compact and eat the fewest volume of calories while dining to actually see weight-loss results.


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Los Angeles–The battle between American Apparel's ousted CEO and the retailer's directors continues to intensify, with both sides taking new steps to shore up their positions.
American Apparel says it has hired advisory firm Peter J. Solomon Company to "ensure that we have adequate access to capital in the future at a reasonable cost," according to the company's interim chief executive, John Luttrell.
Owns Nearly a Third of Company
"We believe the hiring of a financial and strategic advisor at this important juncture is in the best interest of our stockholders and will help maximize long-term shareholder value," he added.
The investment banking advisory firm concentrates on mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, recapitalizations, restructurings and "fairness opinions".
Meanwhile, American Apparel founder Dov Charney has pledged to fight attempts to terminate his employment and says some shareholders want him to continue to lead the company.
Charney also believes the termination is "without merit and intends to contest it vigorously," according to a filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
It also emerged that Charney intends to hold discussions with American Apparel, its board, and other shareholders on a range of issues including governance and board composition, management, operations, business, assets, capitalization, financial condition and strategic plans.
The filing also disclosed that Charney owns 47.2 million shares in American Apparel, giving him a 27.2% stake in the company.
He was fired by the company's board of directors last week amid ongoing investigations into allegations of misconduct. Yesterday American Apparel also moved to dismiss accusations by Charney's lawyer that he was fired illegally.
But the board dismissed him after an investigator they hire allegedly found Charney had learned that a subordinate planned to publish on the Internet nude photos of a woman who had sued Charney for sexual misconduct but did nothing to stop it, the New York Times reported. The board's decision to oust Charney also was based on his use of company resources for personal purposes, including paying for flights for his parents and using company apartments when he wasn't doing official company business, according to the report.
"You don't need the 20/20 vision of hindsight to have known Mr. Charney was a ticking time bomb," the Times stated. "He was repeatedly sued by employees and former employees, and the board was well aware of the cases. The not-safe-for-work video in which he dances in the buff, and other photos, litter the Internet and can be found with a quick Google search."


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Spam pump. Huge boost in Volume today. I got 3.5k shares today that I plan on holding as a long term short hopefully can hold these shares without getting bought in. 93 million free trading shares in insiders hands not surprised this a longer pump then BRND was. Still surprised it has done this well. I guess non stop spam is working and the insiders definitely happy about that. However, whoever invests in this won't be lol.
If you have not read my published article on $USGT go here http://seekingalpha.com/article/1080661-usa-graphite-inc-set-up-for-insider-enrichment?source=yahoo
This looks like it might last longer than we all thought. Retraced today but they seem to have supported it and got it to turn green. I'm still holding off shorting this. I will be eyeing a short later in the week if it keeps going
Really don't care for APS unless its day 1. Other then that I just look for a shorting opportunity on their longer pumps when they are up huge. If this gets near $TAGG's highs I will be looking to short.
Chart of $TAGG
Looks like its started to dump today. I was short 3.5k shares at about 1.03. I covered all but 500 shares. I will those shares until they get bought in. Locked in $421 realized profits.
Pump by http://www.otcstockpick.com/ I was looking to try and short but seems its already starting to dump. ...... No borrow no cry
Pennystockegghead pump I was looking to short today. If shares open up tomorrow I'd consider it if its not down much by then.........
Reminds me of $TRLI . Starting off unsuccessful with crappy pumpers. Won't be surprised to see more crappy pumpers. Insiders will get impatient and will dump into that like crazy like they did on $TRLI
Come back off pump lows. Volume has been upticking last four trading days. Hope this can make its way to .80+ for a short. If there is shares that open up, I'll take them.
People have this on pre promotion watch because of connections. Some volume today worth keeping an eye on.
pr today about stock split and name change http://finance.yahoo.com/news/correcting-replacing-impact-explorations-inc-173932277.html
It seems like mailers coming and people anticipating it or they are actually hitting. www.tradewins.com/Images_Custom/PDF/ECAU_Hughes.pdf I am not buying because I suck at buying pre promotions and promotions. I lost money buying $USGT pre promo in 40's and panicked out and lost money now its at .90 lol.


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Source: ME TOO – The Phenomenon
The last fortnight has seen the mushrooming of a phenomenon I will call ME TOO on social media. Someone created a Facebook post and asked women to post "me too" if they had been sexually harassed or assaulted at any time during their lives. This triggered a tidal wave of "Me too!" posts, often giving graphic descriptions.
I have been trying sort out my personal take on this wave phenomenon. I appreciate that awareness of issues often needs to mushroom to reach a (so called) tipping point, where real change can occur – as opposed to everything re-setting to exactly the way it was before a particular volcano erupted. From that point of view it is beautiful to watch the collective courage of many women (who do not even all know each other personally) in action.
However, for me that is only one part of what is happening here .No "me too" message has appeared on my own page. If any abuse occurred, I no longer wish to let it define me and who I am today. As goes for everyone alive today: I became the person I am today because of a complex mix of experiences (some "good" and some "bad", as viewed in our polarised world). Even the negative experiences brought me gifts – or forced me to develop my own innate gifts.
Someone (author Patricia Cori) ran a post in response saying women need to consider privacy and confidentiality issues before posting this where an awful lot of people can see it. Do we really want this information in the public eye and out there in the public domain?! I agree that this is an overlooked point here – but world history shows that extreme action sometimes brings lasting change. So I trust that women all over the world gave this thought before posting. Sometimes vulnerability paired with courage can be a great agent for change.
My personal perception is that we are "all in this together" – meaning that, sadly, only very few women will escape harassment or abuse during their (average of) 84 years on the planet. Abuse is systemic in our family systems. Whatever our ancestors do not heal is passed on future generations because it seeks healing. And awareness of any issue (a "thank you for coming to attention and inviting me to decide on a response or course of action") is the first step. Abuse, sexism, racism, patriarchy etc. – all those things (and many others) are wired very deeply into our culture and family systems. Humanity is still in its relative infancy – we are only just learning different ways of being in the world. Life is supposed to lived and savoured, not suffered.
Another issue I have will all this is that I am the sister of brothers – and the mother of sons. I have no (biological) sisters or daughters. Perhaps that has been a great privilege because living so close up to men and boys (in various stages of becoming) for all of my life, I am simply not able to make sweeping statements that all men are "in the wrong here".
I am deeply moved by the process of my own eldest son (aged 17) navigating issues in his social circle with deep thought and integrity – always seeking to restore harmony.
I have done a lot of shamanic healing work with men and I know only too well that men and boys too get harassed and raped. That "soft or pretty boys" do not always have an easy time of things. That "cooler boys" learn to put on an act in the outside world, (to stay safe and keep their street cred) etc. That co called 'nerds' find other ways again of being safe and accepted. That some young men grow up on the streets where "killing someone" is seen as a rite of passage and proof of reaching manhood.
Some men certainly harass women and others go as far as assaulting them, or making their lives impossible in the workplace. I do not deny this. Then there are the men who abuse their wives and children but present a different face outside the home so no one knows what is really going down. There definitely is a HUGE hidden dimension to this phenomenon!
BUT I have personally worked with men who thought they were having safe sex with a partner they trusted and the woman (often with a biological clock ticking ominously) decided to try for a baby. These men end up in highly challenging scenarios: parenting and financially supporting children they did not truly want (or actively decide to have). Not a great start for a father-child relationship. Some men had really wanted to father the child properly but the woman moved to another area, took another partner and denied the birth father access. I have worked with men who were buckling under the pressure of producing a baby (by partner and prospective grandparents) yet having a deep inner knowing that this was not the right path for them.
In shamanic healing sessions many men I personally worked with have cried bitter heartfelt tears and pummelled a pillow with rage – because of all these scenarios they were lured into, or situations that crept up on them over time until they couldn't see an honourable way out (meaning that the way out takes the form of depression or a nervous breakdown).
To my mind this is just one way women "sexually abuse men": by not being honest about the parameters and possible consequences of the encounter. And let's face it, in Western culture birth control is freely available, meaning not all of these outcomes are "accidents".
I have one brother who is an amazing, dedicated step father to one boy. He does many things for that boy that his biological father will not stretch to (including financially supporting him and sitting with him every night to help with homework tasks). He is a major healing influence in that boy's life. That boy will do well in life because my brother took on the challenge of being a live-in step parent involved in his day-to-day care.
On a completely personal level (and this does not reflect on anyone else, just on me) I decided a long time ago that my life was not going to be defined by abuse. Any abuse that did occur was really a "something desperately seeking healing". So my personal response to such things (whenever and wherever they rear their ugly head) is to respond from a place of sacred wholeness and wellness – and do the healing work that the issue requires. That may include doing ancestral work, doing shadow work, working closely with the earth, reaching out to people and places suffering in ways I have personal experience of. Most of the time my response needs to be (and is) a mix of all of these things.
I hold a strong personal vision of all of us accessing healthy expressions of the sacred masculine and sacred feminine in our lives. I actively bring this into all the courses I teach and all the groups I work with.
I believe that staying in wounded consciousness (and an over-attachment to painful experiences – which for some people can become an identity and way of life) will just attract more of the same. I observe that our wounds can teach us about creating healthy reality – about actively choosing not to perpetuate the dysfunctional imprints so common in our social and family systems.
For all of these reasons you will not see ME TOO appear on my Facebook page.
Thank you for listening to different perspective!
There is no pressure to agree or approve of it. Be true to yourself!!
Imelda Almqvist, Sweden, 19 October 2017
My first experience of this author was reading his book Shamanic Journeys Through the Caucasus and you will find a very positive review here:
I really enjoyed that book because if offered interesting material about an area I could barely pinpoint on the map. That is to say I can locate the Caucasus area on a map but I certainly could not have named individual countries before reading these two books by Michael Berman! (Shame on me, I know!)
Having said that, this book, offers a lot of repetition. A lot of the same material and quotes appear all over again. I just checked which one came first but both books were published in the year 2009.
The author also uses the same lengthy Mircea Eliade quotes again and do not get me wrong, I am a great admirer of Eliade's work – I often quote him myself to students!!
The actual content of this book boils down to a few stories you will not find anywhere else. It is probably worth reading for that reason alone, definitely so if you have ancestors from this area or if you are a scholar studying this area.
However, assuming that both books will (largely) attract the same audience, I cannot see the purpose of so much repetition. If ever there will be a reprint I would hope that both books are merged and edited sharply so this book becomes a chapter in the more comprehensive Caucasus book.
Michael Berman (sadly no longer with us) did ground breaking work. He brings us stories (and investigates evidence of shamanism) in a part of the world only few of us are likely to visit. For that alone he deserves a lot of credit and his books selling long after his death. I just wish that he'd had a talented editor working with him so the material would have condensed into something less "laboursome" (is that a word?!) for other to read.
I just checked and yes, the word exists!
BUT you will find some brilliant insights in this book and information I have never stumbled across elsewhere.
A book I am happy to give a good home on my shelf! You can find it on amazon:
Imelda Almqvist
About the author
Imelda Almqvist's book Natural Born Shamans: A Spiritual Toolkit For Life (Using shamanism creatively with young people of all ages) was published by Moon Books in August 2016. She is based in London,UK and teaches shamanism and sacred art internationally. She is a presenter on Year of Ceremony for Sounds True.
Reading the books of author Mabh Savage feels like visiting an old friend and having a relaxed conversation at her kitchen table!
The thing that struck me most, as I first held Celtic Witchcraft in my hand, was the short bio on the back informing me she "was raised by two Wiccan parents who have a passion for Celtic history, both mythological and actual". Wow! Having been raised in a Roman Catholic family (and then spending several decades "debriefing myself"), my mind started spinning, trying to imagine what it would be like to have Wiccan parents like Mabh!
In her book A Modern Celt Mabh's parents speak for themselves. There is a whole chapter where she visits and interviews them. She gives a verbatim account of the conversation. She does the same thing with friends who have an interesting background, gift or message.
In Celtic Withcraft she describes how Celtic legend and mythology can bring magic into your life (and you do not need to be Celtic to do this!)
Once I finished both books I was left feeling that I have met her, her parents, her rescue Crow (called Crowley) and her friends. Her books are gentle, intimate, very much based in everyday occurrences. It is about magic but she also debunks magic a little, saying that for instance good planning is a form of magic (and I had not thought of it that way!)
As an international teacher of shamanism (and sacred art) I have many students who embark on long and complex (at times frustrating) quests to seek their ancestors, their roots, their bloodline. Mabh is extremely fortunate that she grew up knowing her roots, hearing the legends about the Tuatha de Danaan and the Celtic gods, goddesses and heroes from birth.It gives her writing an ease and confidence that is enviable.
If you are looking for a gentle but grounded introduction to the Celtic Tradition, these two books make a good start. If you then want more facts or more details she recommends other authors and texts so you can continue exploring.
The two books together make a lovely introduction and reading them both in one week, as I did, works very well! I invite you to check out her work and author page!
Imelda Almqvist
About the author
Imelda Almqvist's book Natural Born Shamans: A Spiritual Toolkit For Life (Using shamanism creatively with young people of all ages) was published by Moon Books in August 2016. She is based in London,UK and teaches shamanism and sacred art internationally. She is a presenter on Year of Ceremony for Sounds True.


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With the growing popularity of target shooting competitions, many marksmen are finding themselves traveling with their air rifles more often. Folding pellet guns have the same power and caliber as the fixed stock air rifles, and they are easier to transport.
With the ability to fold the stock up, the air rifles will fit easily into most duffle bags and medium sized suitcases. Most of the folding pellet guns can be legally carried through airports, so you never have to worry about losing your favorite air rifle on the day of the competition.
These powerful air rifles fold and unfold easily, and they also include a locking bolt to keep the stock stable while you are firing it. Whether you are following the competitions or simply like to travel with your air rifle, a folding pellet gun can easily go with you. If you are considering purchasing this type of air rifle, we have put together a review of our favorites to help you find the best folding pellet gun for you.
Recommended Folding Pellet Guns
Soft Air Kalishnikov Tactical AK47 Electric Powered Airsoft Rifle
This realistic-looking electric powered air rifle is modeled after an original AK47. The Soft Air Kalishnikov Tactical AK47 is capable of firing up to 600 rps and can shoot up to 475 feet per second. The metal gearbox and tactical rails function just like they do on the real AK47 and will even let you mount additional rifle scopes and sights. A battery and charger are included with the rifle and the stock folds up in seconds. Keep the stock folded for close quarter fighting during paint ball battles, or snap it open for a day of competition target shooting.
Marines Airsoft SR01 Spring Powered Rifle by Crosman
With a spring powered folding stock, and front and rear optic sights that can be removed or folded down, this air rifle is perfect for training, traveling, and competition target shooting. The rails on the pellet rifle are ideal for mounting cameras, scopes, sights, and even flashlights, while the hop up can be adjusted for maximum firing comfort. The magazine is clip styled and will hold up to 350 BBs; and it is capable of firing up to 325 feet per second. A safety bolt is included to help prevent accidental misfires, and the repeating mechanism makes it easy for you to group all of your shots. Ideal for plinking and target shooting, this 6mm caliber air rifle can also travel with you almost everywhere you go.
Umarex H and K MP5 K-PDW, .177
This .177 caliber air gun looks and feels impressive. It is capable of firing up to 400 fps, and holds a 40-shot easy-to- load clip. The stock is easy to fold, and the magazine is styled after the drop ones. It uses a 12 gram CO2 canister for firing power, and also includes a non-slip grip on the forearm to help prevent slipping when firing. This air gun is fun and exciting to shoot, and is ideal for target shooting with friends or when you are alone.
Note: Even though it is legal to carry most pellet rifles through an airport, it is still best to check with local governments and airlines before bringing a folding pellet gun to the check in counter.


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On September 20, 2016, Governor Charlie Baker signed an Executive Order, which reaffirmed and expanded the 35-member Plymouth, Massachusetts 400th Anniversary Commission, who will be charged with ensuring a befitting national and state observance of the settlement of Plymouth Colony in 1620, including opportunities for local, state, national and global educational programming and interaction and a reflection of Massachusetts' rich history, natural resources and diverse cultural contributions.
Members of the Commission include 26-gubernatorial appointees with varying expertise in tourism, business and industry, community outreach, marketing and advertising, media, food services, travel, water transit and technology to assist in educational, promotional, tourism and economic development efforts. Dusty Rhodes of Conventures and Marlo Fogelman of marlo marketing will serve respectively as Chair and Vice-Chair of the Commission. Cedric Cromwell, Chairman of the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe and Marty Meehan, President of the University of Massachusetts will serve as Honorary Chairmen.
Read the official press release from the Office of Governor Charles D. Baker and see the State Commissioners' biographies here.
Plymouth, Massachusetts 400th Anniversary Commissioners
*or a designee; **gubernatorial appointment
- Dusty Rhodes, Chair**, Conventures
- Marlo Fogelman, Vice-Chair**, marlo marketing
- Cedric Cromwell, Honorary Chairman, Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe
- Marty Meehan, Honorary Chairman, University of Massachusetts
- Undersecretary of Housing and Economic Development John Chapman**, Designee of Secretary of Housing and Economic Development Jay Ash
- Secretary of Education Jim Peyser**
- Secretary of Labor and Workforce Development Ron Walker**
- Secretary of Transportation Stephanie Pollack**
- Secretary of Education Jim Peyser**
- Alex Cahill**, Designee of Secretary of Energy and Environmental Affairs Matthew Beaton
- Michelle Small**, Designee of Secretary of Public Safety and Security Daniel Bennett
- State Senator Vinny deMacedo, Appointee of Senate President Stan Rosenberg
- Representative Sarah Peake, Appointee of House Speaker Robert DeLeo
- Michael Comeau, Appointee of Secretary of State William Galvin
- Michael Maresco, Appointee of Secretary of State William Galvin
- Ken Tavares, Plymouth 400, Inc. President of the Board of Directors
- Anthony Provenzano, Plymouth Board of Selectman
- Cheryl Andrews, Provincetown Board of Selectman
- Christina Andreoli**, Worcester Regional Chamber of Commerce
- Suzanne Beck**, Explore Northhampton
- Cindy Brown**, Boston Duck Tours
- Darla DeGrace**, CityYear
- Julie Doherty**, Bay State Cruises
- Susan Giovanetti**, Pilgrim Society
- Chris Goode**, EMC Corporation
- Tom Kershaw**, Cheers
- Francois Laurent-Nivaud**, Massachusetts Office of Tourism and Travel
- Patricia Lawton**, The Lawton Group
- Danny Levy**, MassPort
- Patricia Mellon**, Plymouth Rock Assurance
- Alice Nash**, University of Massachusetts Amherst
- Jim Peters Jr.**, Massachusetts Bureau of Indian Affairs
- Colette Phillips**, Colette Phillips Communications
- Paul Sacco**, Massachusetts Lodging Association
- Lou Trubiano**, Trubiano Advertising
- Tobias Vanderhoop**, Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head
- Angie Zambellis**, Yarmouth House Restaurant


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Honesty is the Best Policy – Especially in Corporate Communications
Whether it was your mom telling you or a teacher telling you, "honesty is the best policy" was a lesson we all learned at a fairly young age. In the business world, that saying still rings true and can best be upheld through proper communication, more specifically, transparent communication. Transparency in business has to do with the way you present information. As a business, are you upfront and clear with your customers, or is the information you provide clouded with smooth, but misleading language?
Now, more than ever, the way you relay information to your customers is crucial. Consumers have shown that they demand transparency. They want to know your company values, your culture and that you practice what you preach. Essentially, they want to know that the things you say internally align with what is said externally.
Putting it all out in the open sounds scary, right? But trust us, the benefits far outweigh the drawbacks.
Take the media site Reddit, for example. Reddit describes themselves as the "front page of the internet" and is run by very dedicated volunteers, known as moderators. Moderators are users of the site who also play the crucial role of a monitor for a number of specific sub-division sites. For the most part, anything goes on Reddit, which is why it has a fiercely loyal and strong following.
The site's users, including the moderators, were blindsided in 2015 by the abrupt termination of a well-known and well-liked employee, Victoria Taylor, who ran the site's popular "ask me anything" forum. In protest to the unexplained firing, a large number of moderators privatized their sub-Reddit sites and national outcry came from community members. The decision to continue to withhold an explanation for Taylor's termination made community members feel like Reddit had abandoned its original purpose of being a site dedicated to them and therefore, made them weary to trust the company. That lack of trust led to internal turmoil beyond the company's intentions.
Unfortunately, the CEO at the time, Ellen Pao, was deemed responsible for this injustice and later resigned after enduring racist and sexist harassment from angry community members. Following this, Pao later states her gender did play a role in her forced resignation from the company, as it caused a rift between her and the internal board of directors.
So, I think we can all agree – this was bad. Not only did Reddit lose the trust of their community, but they lost a CEO and sparked a whole new debate on their workplace practices. How could this have been avoided? Like we said, honesty would have been the best policy. If Reddit had been honest from the beginning about Victoria Taylor's termination, then maybe community members would have been more understanding towards Pao. At the very least, Reddit would still be able to say that they were transparent throughout the whole process.
Our eBook, "Trust and Transparency: How Much Equity Does Your Brand Have?" offers a number of tips and solutions for your business, whether in crisis or not. Take a read and learn how your company can achieve open and honest communication to build trust with key audiences and a more successful brand. Trust us, it's worth your time.


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Resources For Self-Education
The web is a boon to self-education. Using the internet you can access a vast array of information, tutorials, classes, elearning, research databases, online magazines and newsletters, blogs, books, videos, audio, and the offerings keep growing. Most are free and if you're clever you can usually find a free alternative to learn just about anything. But there are plenty of great sites and online classes that charge a fee that might just be worth it. The links below are a great place to start your self-directed learning investigations.
Search Engines – The Primary Research Databases
The basic search engines we use every day (and some lesser known ones) are still among the best online research databases available.
We all know the big few search engines that have risen to the top in popularity: google.com, yahoo.com and ask.com. You should give the new bing.com a try too. Those are always great places to start your research and should generally be your first stop online when beginning your research. But there are lots of other search engines out there you'll find useful as well. I often use cuil.com for my research because I like the way it displays search results, but there are easily a dozen search engines of various kinds I use regularly in the course of my learning and research.
For a great list of search engines that includes web search engines, metasearch engines, desktop search tools, web portals, and vertical market websites, visit the List of Search Engines offered by the free online encyclopedia, Wikipedia.
Getting the Most Out of Your Search
A search engine is only as good as the way you use it. There are some great tips that will make your online searches much more productive. For a great tutorial on how to effectively search the web, visit the Web Search Strategies tutorial.
Databases, Portals, Libraries and Resources
While you might think the most learning would result from online research databases, the truth is many of the best online research resources aren't actually databases. Online research and learning sites generally fall into one of these categories:
- Database. A collection of records or data organized in ways that allow for logical searching and often provide extensive academic or professional research and data sources.
- Portal. A site that provides a single point of access to a variety of information and tools. For example, a portal might provide convenient access to a collection of databases and online research tools.
- Library. A library is a collection of information, sources, resources and services, usually run by an educational institution, but not always.
- Resources. In this sense a resource is any physical or virtual entity that helps you to conduct research, learn, organize your research and learning, or otherwise gather information or gain skills. For example, it can be a set of online tools that enable research and learning.
Many of the research databases are free. Some of them will require usernames and passwords to receive full access to journal articles. In some cases you can get a free trial for a limited period to bypass the username/password requirement, or you can search these databases from your local library. Library computers often have automatic access to journal databases.
Each of the following listings includes the URL (link) and a brief description. I tried to group them in some logical fashion, but ultimately a simple alphabetical list seems to be the least cumbersome. If you notice any incorrect links or links that are no longer active, please let me know. Also, if you know of additional online research databases, portals or other learning resources, I'd appreciate receiving that information to help improve this page in future versions.
About Ivan Illich – Very useful page about Ivan Illich with links into key obituaries and to his writings. Includes e-texts of Deschooling Society and Tools for Conviviality.
Autodidactic Press – Founded by Charles D. Hayes. You'll find books, a newsletter and other useful information related to lifelong learning. I find Mr. Hayes writing to be extremely insightful and wise. Strongly recommended.
The Autodidact Project – The Autodidact Project by Ralph Dumain.
Byte This: Exploring The Landscape Of Education After Social Media – Byte This explores the rapidly changing landscape of education after social media.
Connexions – Connexions is an exciting site were educators can view and share educational material in small knowledge modules that can be organized as courses, books and other delivery mechanisms. A very exciting advancement in the concept of open-source learning.
Canadian Academy of Independent Scholars – This network of independent scholars, based at Simon Fraser University Continuing Studies in Vancouver, B.C., Canada, has been meeting about once a month for the past five years.
ESSCOhost – A portal that hosts many research databases pertaining to a variety of general research subject areas.
Fluther.com – A site that provides you a place where you can ask questions to a large collective of people who frequent the site. Fluther.com takes your question and directs it to the people who can best answer that question. A simple, but very powerful concept.
Free Education Online – Massive Resource List for All Autodidacts. Amazing site with lots of links to great resources for self learners.
free-ed.net – Free education on the internet.
HowStuffWorks – This isn't your typical academic database, but if you're looking for practical, solid information about how things work, you'll enjoy this site. It cuts through most of the theory and gives you practical information about a range of topics including computers, electronics, food, geography, health, and much more.
infed.org – Known for his critique of modernization and the corrupting impact of institutions, Ivan Illich's concern with deschooling, learning webs and the disabling effect of professions has struck a chord among many informal educators. This site explores key aspects of his theory and his continuing relevance for informal education and lifelong learning. This sites contains some great links and recommended reading.
Intute – Free portal service that provides access to good web resources for education and research. Created by a network of United Kingdom universities and partners. Subject specialists select and evaluate the websites in the database and write thorough descriptions of the resources. As of July 3, 2008 the database contains 123506 records. Subject areas include arts and humanities, health and life sciences, science, engineering and technology, and social sciences.
Learnativity: Commercial Learning Portals – List of commercial learning portals (sites that link to either a collection of home-grown educational content or to content and courses produced by others).
NoodleTools – Provides innovative software that teaches students and supports teachers and librarians throughout the entire research process. Features assist you in searching intelligently, assessing the quality of results, recording, organizing and synthesizing information using online notecards, formatting a bibliography in MLA or APA style.
One Day University – This company offers one-day learning experiences in the form of a few topics taught in a classroom-style environment by award-winning professors from Harvard, Yale, Brown, Princeton, Dartmouth, Columbia, The University of Pennsylvania, Cornell and other well known schools. Their one-day classroom events are held in various cities throughout the United States.
100 Best Self-Education Sites for Switching Careers – Emily Thomas' great blog post listing her 100 best self education sites for switching careers. Although she's targeting career changers, the sites are great resources for all self educators.
Open Culture – This site has an amazing array of links to the best free cultural and educational media on the web. It's a darn good site. The Open Culture Editor, Dan Colman, scours the web for what he believes to be the best cultural and educational media. He then presents it neatly and intuitively linked through this excellent site.
Open Education at Creative Commons – A project dedicated to providing access to open education resources for everyone to share, use and reuse knowledge.
The Personal MBA – The Personal MBA (PMBA) is a systematic program of business self-education designed by Josh Kaufman to help people master advanced business concepts without enrolling in a traditional MBA program.
Questia – Online library that provides 24/7 access to the world's largest online collection of books and journal articles in the humanities and social sciences, plus magazine and newspaper articles. Site claims the scholarly content is selected by professional collection development librarians and is not available elsewhere on the Internet. Also offers a range of search, note-taking, and writing tools. These tools help students locate the most relevant information on their topics quickly, quote and cite correctly, and create properly formatted footnotes and bibliographies automatically.
Scholar – Scholar (by Blackboard) - A general research portal offering simple and advanced searching by tag,discipline, and/or institution. You can check out other users' resources and collections to help in your own research. Choose search terms or another user's collection that is relevant to your area of research and sign up to receive the most recent bookmarks via RSS. Plenty of other great features too.
SciCentral – A gateway site to science news sources. Categorized by biosciences, health sciences, physics/chemistry, earth/space and engineering.
Self-Directed Learning – 1994 article in The International Encyclopedia of Education (second edition).
Self Made Scholar – Learn Free. The goal of SelfMadeScholar.com is to connect people to the resources they need to learn. Anyone who is interested in learning (be it academic learning or technical learning) is welcome to join the community. Business professionals, students, seniors, stay-at-home-moms, homeschoolers, unschoolers, and autodidacts of all kinds are welcome.
SharpBrains – Great article on how to remember more of what you read, a vital self education skill.
Somerset Country Library Electronic Resources – A general research portal with links to a wide variety of electronic research resources and databases for subject areas including general, newspapers, books, ebooks, automobiles, biographies, business, education, geneology, health, history, science, practice tests and encyclopedias.
Starfall – The Starfall learn-to-read website is offered free as a public service. They also provide writing journals and books at a very low cost that can be used with the website or separately. Teachers around the country are using Starfall materials as an inexpensive way to make the classroom more fun and to inspire a love of reading and writing. Primarily designed for first grade, Starfall.com is also useful for pre-kindergarten, kindergarten and second grade. Starfall is perfect for Home Schooling. [Note: While I focus primarily on adult learners, I thought this site was cool enough to include it here.]
Suite 101 – Suite 101 presents itself as the world's most comprehensive independent online magazine written and edited by professionals. As I'm writing the site has 150,000 articles covering a wide range of topics.
The Teaching Company – The Teaching Company offers high quality courses on DVD, audio CD, audiotape, transcript book and audio download files in MP3 or MPEG4 format. Courses are taught by top notch, engaging professors from the Ivy League, Stanford, Georgetown, and other leading colleges and universities. They provide the adventure of learning, without the homework or exams. Bill Gates is a fan of this site and I highly recommend it. Considering the quality of the courses, the prices are pretty low too.
TED – In 1984, TED (Technology, Entertainment, Design) began as a conference that brought people together from those three fields. The annual conference has broadened its scope and now brings together the world's most fascinating thinkers and doers, who present to the audience and the world the talk of their lives in 18 minutes or less. The best talks and performances are available to the public at no cost. When people ask me if I have a favorite website, I always mention this one. You can lose yourself for hours admist the fascinating and inspiring talks. Do yourself a favor and visit this site.
Online Education Database – The Best Online Research Apps/Sites You've Never Heard Of - Great article listing some unique research sites, listed in alphabetical order.
VersusLaw – A legal general research site offering three levels of subscription access to legal research of case law, state source materials, citation feature, Federal District Court opinions, Federal specialty practice courts materials, and U.S. Code and Code of Federal Regulations.
Wide Awake Minds – The education blog of Ryan McCarl, a writer and graduate student at the University of Michigan School of Education. Lots of great self education information and commentary.
Wikipedia – This has quickly become the default online reference for many people. You can lose yourself easily in this wealth of information gathered in an open source style.
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- 1 July 28, 2009 at 2:54 pm
Nice meeting you today, Race. I've read through your site and am really enjoying it. There's definitely a lot of room here for necessary and exciting content. I particularly like your list of resources and the articles on self-education. Let me know if you are ever interested in some collaboration or articles/essays on education.
- 3 July 4, 2010 at 9:38 pm
There is a site you left off that I think you should check out. I think you'll really like it. It's called Virtual Professors and it is free lectures and courses. It's really interesting.
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For players of Country, Blues, Light Rock and Jazz styles of music, the Tama Sound Lab Project Maple Shell Snare Drum is a must have. Mixing vintage appointments with modeern build technique, Tama have developed this amazing instrument that's brimming with unique character.
Classic shell construction
This sound lab project snare comes with 6mm, 2 maple inner plies, 2 Poplar plies, 1 maple ply and 1 figured maple outer ply complete with a sound focus ring to bring it all together. This delivers a warm and open sound that focuses more on character than it does volume. Used as part of a fully acoustic set, this snare will shine! But it is equally as good when mic'd up for part of a big gig.
Chrome hardware
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Manufacturer Tama Model Sound Lab Project Maple Shell Snare Drum Finish Natural Figured Maple with Chrome hardware Size 14" x 5.5" Shell Material 6mm, 2Maple inner plies + 2Poplar plies + 1Maple ply + 1Figured Maple outer ply w/Sound Focus Ring Hoops Steel Mighty Hoop (8 hole) Lugs Hi-Tension Snares 20 strand Starclassic Hi-Carbon Steel Snares
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There are two diaper deals coming up this weekend that you may want to be prepared for.
Walgreens (October 11-17):
Huggies Diapers (Jumbo Pack) on sale $9; Buy 2, Get $4 Register Rewards
Buy 2
Use (2) $2/1 coupons here or here
Use $1/1 Walgreens store coupon from Children's Activity Book — register will deduct $2
Pay $12, Get $4 Register Rewards
$4 each after coupons & RRs
Quite a bit cheaper than Costco. I haven't blogged much about The Caregivers Marketplace, but you can receive an additional $.75 rebate when you submit your Huggies receipts.
I'm planning to take advantage of this deal by rolling some RRs I received when I did the Theraflu deal last week:
Use listed coupons + $8 RR = $4 OOP, Get $4 RR
Babies 'R Us (October 10-12):Buy 2 Value Boxes of Pampers, Get $15 Toys 'R Us Gift Card
Buy 2 boxes @ $40.99/each = $ 81.98
Use $5/1 Babies 'R Us store coupon (states one coupon per guest)
$30.99 each after gift card
This is a good deal if you're a Pampers snob, you have Pampers home mailer coupons or use a gift card (like the one I received when registering). This price is probably a bit cheaper than buying the Huggies box at Costco if you can use one of these additional savings.
Thanks to NWA Deals & Wilson Writes for posting these deals!
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Saturday, February 05, 2011
[ Korean Drama 2010 ] My Girlfriend is a Gumiho
Genre: Romance, Comedy
Episodes: 16
Broadcast network: SBS
Broadcast period: 2010-Aug-11 to 2010-Sep-30
Air time: 2010-Aug-11 to 2010-Sep-30
Lee Seung Ki as Cha Dae Woong
Shin Min Ah as Gumiho
No Min Woo as Park Dong Joo
Park Soo Jin as Eun Hye In
Cha Dae Woong accidentally releases a gumiho, a legendary fox with nine tails who was trapped inside of a painting by Grandma Samshin, by drawing 9 tails to the fox painting. The gumiho wanted to be human before but was not able to fulfill the request of finding a husband because a rumor was spread claiming that she eats livers of humans. Dae Woong meets a pretty girl after he wakes up from a life threatening fall not knowing that she is the fox he released. When Dae Woong finds out about what he did, he must try to keep her happy and hide the fact that she is a gumiho from everyone. However, because Dae Woong has gumiho's Orb that saved his life, he has no choice but to let her stay with him. As the story goes on, the legendary gumiho (later called Miho) wants to be human. Miho is informed by a veterinarian named Park Dong Joo (who is half human) that she must drink his blood to become a human in 100 days while Dae Woong will have to keep her magical fox orb meanwhile. Moreover, Dae Woong will not be able to date anyone else but gumiho within the 100 days. However, Dong Joo doesn't tell Miho that in 100 days, in order to become human, Dae Woong must die. Trouble brews when Miho and Dae Woong eventually fall in love.
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Hotel overnight stays, except a magical night in our wilderness Qaleraliq Camp surrounded by glaciers… We propose you the most complete Iceland Greenland getaway: exploring some of the largest glacier fronts in south Greenland with our adventurous RIB's, unique crampon excursion into the inland ice and kayaking opportunities among icebergs… Enough!
Suitable for anyone who enjoys outdoor activities, not needing a special physical condition. The excursion on ice with crampons will be guided by a mountain guide, and is also suitable for anyone with an adventurous attitude. For the kayak optional excursion, previous experience in kayaking is not required.
Flight from Reykjavík (domestic airport) to Narsarsuaq. Reception at the airport and meeting information.
Speed boat transfer through Tunulliarfik Fjord (Eriksfjord), usually covered by icebergs, to Narsaq city, the third most populated city in South Greenland. Your guide will accompany you visiting the local fish market, the fur shops or the Greenlandic museum. Time off to walk around the city, where we will discover the beauty of its colourful buildings and the awe-inspiring landscapes. You can enjoy a drink with the local people and discover the modern Inuit's way of life.
Accommodation at Hotel Narsaq. Twin / Double room with private facilities.
In the morning we will set off for Qaleraliq camp, navigating with our zodiac boat towards the ice cap. We will arrive to a magical and isolated camp set on a sandy beach, which contrasts with a spectacular view of the Qaleraliq glacier tongues. After enjoying some rest in this magical environment we will navigate along the glacier fronts, admiring the beauty of their vertical ice walls and numerous icebergs as we approach them along their more than 10 kilometres descent to the sea. From there we will start the ice excursion. An impressive hike using crampons (organised to be suitable for all travellers) on one of the oldest masses of ice in the planet. We will explore its crevasses, drains, caves, seracs, and other ice formations, which give an incredible, labyrinthine quality to this glacier. An expert mountain guide, specialist in Glacier Science, will be in charge to ensure the safety of the group during the trip. Picnic lunch in the ice or at the camp. Dinner at the camp, allowing our senses to enjoy the unbelievable views and the thunderclap roar of the icefall from seracs.
Accommodation in 4 bedded basic but comfortable rooms of Domo "loft".
After enjoying breakfast in front of the glaciers we will ascent by foot through a unique desert-like sand valley which will lead us to a surprisingly different landscape, that of the green and thick tundra. After passing the lake, we will climb up a mountain 400 metres high, from which we will have a mesmerising view of the lake, one of the largest in Southern Greenland. The summit is also a very special viewing point of the Inlandice, the immense inland glacier. From there you can gaze upon the infinite ice sheet up to the north coast of the island and towards the Arctic Ocean, and see the Nunataks, floating landmarks on the ice sheet. We may pick mushrooms and blueberries, and look for caribou, which are plentiful in the area.
In the afternoon return by boat to Narsaq. We will be surprised by enormous icebergs falling off from the Eqaloruutsit Glacier and floating throw all the Sermilik Fjord. Sometimes, they are blocking the access to Narsaq ports.
Accommodation at Hotel Narsaq. Twin / Double room with private facilities.
Navigation from Qaleraliq to Itilleq via the Tunulliarfik fjord. Easy hike to cross the Kongevejen, or Path of the Kings, to the idyllic Igaliku, a small Inuit settlement inhabited by not quite 40 people, which is famous for being the most beautiful settlement in the whole Greenland, and where one finds the ruins of Gardar, the archdiocese and religious capital of Viking Greenland.
After eating in Igaliku, return in the afternoon to Itilleq, and then by boat to Narsarsuaq.
On our way to Narsarsuaq, we will visit the Qooroq Fjord, where one of the most active glaciers in southern Greenland can be found, navigating to the area where iceberg density will make it impossible to carry on, and which is without doubt one of Greenland's best images.
Accommodation at Hotel Narsarsuaq. Twin/double room with private facilities.
Transfer in RIB boat to Qassiarsuk. Visit of the church ruins and the settlement of Eric the Red comprising the old Brattahlid, capital of Viking Greenland, and where Erik the Red settled in 985. Walk through the village of about 50 inhabitants, mostly farmers.
Brattahlid was the place from where Leif Eriksson (Eric the Red's son) started made the first colonization trip to the American continent in the year 1000. This Norse and Greenlandic core farming area were in 2017 inscribed on UNESCO's World Heritage List.
4×4 trip to the beautiful Tasiusaq farm where seven people live in notable isolation near to Sermilik fjord. This fjord is almost always blocked by the ice and icebergs coming from Eqaloruutsit glacier.
Optional: Kayak excursion in the "Iceberg Bay" a 1 hour sea kayaking trip for beginners among icebergs and ice in one of the safest and best place in the whole of Greenland.
4×4 trip way back to Qassiarsuk and transfer to Narsarsuaq
In our return to Narsarsuaq we can visit The Narsarsuaq Museum Bluie West One is recommended to be visited as it reflects the town history from ancient times and specially its role in the Second World War. Time is enough to do that just before flight departure.
Free time to visit and walk around in the area.
Flight Narsarsuaq – Reykjavík (domestic airport)
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For Ashland University's men's golf team, winning officially has become a habit.
After having not won a team tournament championship since Sept 10, 2012, the Eagles have earned consecutive team titles. Following up on the win at the Ohio Valley University Spring Championship at the end of March, Ashland won the eight-team Bill Blazer Memorial, hosted by Ohio Dominican University, the second round of which was Saturday (April 14) in Pataskala, Ohio.
The Eagles ended with a two-day total of 307-308—615. Malone closed the first-day gap and was the runner-up (315-302—617), while Cedarville took third (334-297—631).
"The team played in some windy conditions the past two days with a lot of sun for once," said Ashland head coach Logan Cooke. "The course we played was beautiful and in great shape for the winter and spring we have had. The wind played such a factor in the first round and greens so fast and pure, you had to adjust to wind while putting."
And, for the second straight tournament, an Eagle earned the medalist crown. At the Blazer Memorial, it was freshman Ben Jones, who carded 70-75—145. The victory came after Jones took third place at Ohio Valley.
"Ben's 70 was so impressive," Cooke said. "It was a very demanding golf course, with trouble lurking everywhere. He didn't let the wind get to him and trusted his game. One of his highlights first day was a down-wind 400-yard par-4 No. 18. Hits a beautiful drive down the right side. Wind pushes it to cart path, the ball runs up to the green, 40 yards-plus where it landed and ended 20 feet from the hole. Then he got up there and made the rare eagle putt.
"It was a fun tournament for him."
Right behind Jones, finishing in second place for the second outing in a row, was senior Chandler Walnsch (77-75—152).
"Chandler Walnsch had another impressive round for me," said Cooke. "He had a very rough start to the first day starting 7-over through 6 holes. But kept his composure together and never gave up. He played his next 12 holes 1-under par, and definitely put us in a great position after a tough day one."
Junior Austin Kondratick (81-78—159) and sophomore Patrick Steffen (79-80—159) each tied for 15th place, while junior Cole Smith (84-81—165) tied for 29th place.
"Patrick Steffen had a solid week," Cooke said. "He is growing as a player on the course. Not letting the bad get to him when he easily could, and coming back the next hole with a good score."
Eagles playing as individuals were freshman Hunter Lowder (tied for 32nd, 83-84—167) and junior Frank Steffen (39th, 88-83—171).
"Frank Steffen finished off his collegiate career for AU after this tournament. He has helped push this team and will be missed," said Cooke. "One of the nicest guys I know, and has a work ethic to admire."
UP NEXT: The 2018 Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Championships, Friday (April 20) through Sunday (April 22) at The Virtues In Nashport, Ohio.


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Young agribusiness entrepreneurs honoured at Presidential Summit
For a young agripreneur, it must be exciting enough to have your business acumen, innovation and vision praised in front of just one national leader.
So think what it must have been like for the nine winners of the 'PitchAgriHack 2018' competition whose businesses were presented to not just one – not even two – but to a total of four African leaders: H.E. Paul Kagame, President, Republic of Rwanda; H.E. William Samoei Arap Ruto, Deputy President of Kenya; H.E. Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, President, Republic of Ghana; and H.E. Emmanuel Issoze-Ngondet, Prime Minister, Republic of Gabon.
Saturday 8 September 2018 will be a day to cherish forever by the rising business stars behind the winners of this competition, organised by CTA (Technical Centre for Agricultural and Rural Cooperation) to reward young agricultural entrepreneurs building viable businesses that boost innovation for a more sustainable agricultural sector.
The theme for the 2018's competition was "Women entrepreneurs innovate for agricultural transformation in Africa, the Caribbean and the Pacific". Of the 325 young AgriTech start-ups that applied, 26 (14 of which are led by women) were selected to take part in the final 'pitch-off' in front of potential investors and an illustrious judging panel.
The 2018 winners are:
Category 1: early stage (each receiving grants between €5,000 and €7,500):
- Illuminum Greenhouses Kenya, Kenya
- Fenou Packaging, Benin
- Develop Digitally, Jamaica
- Farmignite Company, Nigeria.
Category 2: advanced (each receiving grants between €12,000 and €15,000):
- CowTribe Africa, Ghana
- Agro Innova, Ghana
- Ankora Global Services, Nigeria
- CLIN SARLU (e-agribusiness), Togo.
In addition, Fenou Packaging from Benin received a special prize presented by Suguba Africa to the best Francophone start-up led by a woman.
Praise for the participants was heartfelt and deserved. According to Michael Hailu, Director, CTA: "These are entrepreneurs who have been inspired to make a difference – to help transform agriculture for future generations and to encourage young people to see the potential in farming and agribusiness. They are showing a pathway to enable the modernisation of agriculture. They are shining a light on the hope that will greatly improve rural lives and make agriculture attractive and profitable to youth who are too often migrating to cities in search of better opportunities."
Edson Mpyisi, Chief Financial Economist and Coordinator ENABLE Youth at the African Development Bank (AfDB), emphasised the economic benefits to had from encouraging the innovation of women and young people. "AfDB is committed to working with youth and women to catalyse entrepreneurship, facilitating access to technologies and networks that will create a thriving agribusiness sector in Africa, increasing rural jobs and improving livelihoods," he said. "We believe that PitchAgrihack offers a value step-up for young entrepreneurs and we are a proud partner in the initiative."
Fayelle Ouane, Managing Director of Suguba, expressed how proud her company was to offer investment readiness training to the finalists and a number of additional start-ups. "We were impressed by their energy and their innovative solutions that will help promote agriculture in African, Caribbean and Pacific markets," she said. "We look forward to continuing to work with the finalists and to strengthening our relationship with CTA."