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As soon as we glance in piping and draining systems externally, we typically find the setup upwards as a whole as opposed to looking at its own many operational components individually. But there's that 1 part which plays with a very crucial function. They are the valves. They behave like miniature knobs regulating the stream of fluids as well as cutting supply completely if required.
Industrial valves are of diverse kinds, with each according to an alternative operating principle and also performing a different role. Right here, we have discussed the 9 most typical forms of industrial valves.
1. Ball valves – It is a hollowed out ball-shaped disc that's fitted inside a pipe. The valve begins and prevents stream from the quarter twist off motion of this disc . When the valve is open the hollowed conclusion is aligned from the direction of this leak and closed it sits vertical to the management of the leak.
2. Plug valves – Additionally called penis valve, it employs a cylindrical or tapered plug in with a tired passing to obstruct, start or throttle flow. Twist the handle or wheel, arranges the hollow opening of this plug with the coil and outlet ports opening the passage. It is blocked, as soon as the good component contrasts itself together with ports.
3. Butterfly valves – It's still one more valve which utilizes the rotational movement; ball and plug valves work in an identical manner. It simply uses a thin-disk at the stream path as a substitute for a ball shaped unit or perhaps a straight plug plug. They have been speedy to work with, extremely light weight and readily elastic.
4. Gate valves – This really may be the type of valve employed in a tap. Introduction and closing the valve demands raising and decreasing metal slopes . A wedge is inserted into a seat. With gate valves, the passage way may either be totally closed or open; there are not any in between. They are also called sluice valves.
5. Globe valves – It is like a shoulder valve as it uses linear movement to control flow. It excels in its utilization of the disc instead of the wedge. It can likewise be corrected to increase move; the advantage of the planet valve is it does not leak just as far as other valves. They truly are also among the hottest type of valves applied around various applications KP-LOK needle valves.
6. Pinch valves – The construction includes a long-sleeved mechanism and also a sleeve of molded rubber or synthetic material. The leak path in the wild situation is unobstructed. The stream will be take off by copying the elastic membrane, by lowering bar or bend.
7. Diaphragm valves – They also work like pinch valves; a elastic diaphragm has been added such that it fastens itself to your chair obstructing blood flow. Its gain over pinch valves is that it results in a very limited seal and thus is employed in applications with a higher purity requirement.
8. Relief and basic safety valves – As fluids proceed through this device, there is a chance of an unparalleled rise in pressure, which in turn could show poisonous. This applies particularly if you are dealing with poisonous fluids. Alleviation and safety vales release anxiety occasionally, if it goes past the set position, to prevent injury.
9. Check valves – Check valves allow for unidirectional flow of fluids; they do not let it flow back. Even the non-slam nozzle test valves check anxiety surge and protect against drinking water hammer.
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In recent days, Mark Hall, Richard Johnson, and Peter Jacobson have all offered opinions as to how HR 3962, if enacted, would affect ERISA preemption of state tort claims against insurers. Let me offer a fourth opinion.
First, remember that ERISA tort liability preemption is based primarily on section 502 of ERISA (29 USC 1132). Section 502 does not explicitly preempt state tort law, but the Supreme Court in Pilot Life and again in Davila concluded, reasoning by analogy to judicial interpretation of the LMRA, that Congress intended to preempt state law by enacting section 502's comprehensive remedial scheme. Section 502(a)(1) applies to claims for benefits or to clarify rights against a "plan," which is defined by section 3 of ERISA to include an "employee welfare benefits plan," i.e. an ERISA plan. ERISA section 514 (29 USC 1144), preempts state laws that "relate to" employee benefits, except for state laws regulating insurance, which are saved from preemption, except state laws are not saved from preemption that regulate self-insured plans. Section 514 independently preempts state tort law of general applicability (Pilot Life), but arguably preempts state remedies specifically directed at insurers only insofar as it is read together with section 502.
Nowhere in HR 3962 is section 502(a)(1) explicitly repealed or amended, so if 502 preemption is changed by HR 3962, it must be indirectly. Section 251 of HR 3962, "Relationship to Other Requirements," is clearly the most important provision for parsing the continued applicability of section 502 of ERISA. Section 232, which requires the creation of internal and external grievance and appeal procedures for qualified health benefit plans, states that, "Nothing in this section shall be construed as affecting the availability of judicial review under State law for [internal and external review determinations], but it then says "subject to section 251." So 251 is central.
Section 251 has two sections, the first dealing with coverage not offered through exchange and the second dealing with coverage offered through the exchange. Under 202(c)(1), non-grandfathered individual health insurance can only be offered through the exchange. Under section 302(c), employees of eligible employers may also purchase insurance through the exchange if their employers elect to allow them to do so. Health insurance coverage not offered through the exchange would, therefore, presumably consist of all other health insurance coverage, i.e. grandfathered individual health insurance and employment-based coverage not purchased through the exchange.
Section 251(a)(1) provides that "in the case of health insurance not offered through the Exchange (whether or not offered in connection with an employment-based plan), and in the case of employment-based health plans," the requirements of Title II of HR 3962 (dealing with protections and standards for qualified health plans), do not supersede the HIPAA and COBRA provisions of ERISA and of the Public Health Service Act, or State law, except insofar as those provisions conflict with the requirements of the insurance reform provisions of HR 3962, as determined by the Health Choices Commissioner. Section 251(a)(2) further provides that "Nothing in paragraphs (1) or (2) shall be construed as affecting the application of section 514" of ERISA. (Presumably, as Mr. Johnson notes, the reference to paragraphs 1 and 2 is a drafting error, as the reference is contained within paragraph 2).
This makes sense. Grandfathered individual policies and employment-based plans (which HR 3962 defines to include ERISA plans, government plans, and church plans) remain subject to existing law, including state law insofar as section 514 saves the state law from preemption, unless the existing law conflicts with HR 3962. Section 502 is nowhere mentioned, but presumably it still applies to ERISA plans, but not to individual plans or to government or church plans or other plans excluded from ERISA.
Section 251(b) applies to "Coverage Offered through Exchange." This provision states that "in the case of coverage offered through the Health Insurance Exchange," the requirements of Title II do not supersede any requirements of title XXVII of the Public Health Services Act (basically the HIPAA provisions) or of state law, except insofar as those requirements prevent the application of the insurance reforms as determined by the Health Choices Commissioner. Section 251(b)(2) further states that "individual rights and remedies under State laws shall apply."
The first sentence of section 251(b)(2), states again that in the case of health insurance offered through the exchange, State law rights and remedies apply to health insurance issuers. The second sentence, however, states "The previous sentence shall not be construed as providing for the applicability of rights and remedies under State laws with respect to requirements applicable to employers or other plan sponsors in connection with arrangements that are treated as group health plans under section 802(a)(1)" of ERISA.
Section 802(a)(1) is a new section added to ERISA under the employer mandate provisions of HR 3962. It provides that if an employer makes an election to offer health benefits under section 801, that election shall be treated as the establishment and maintenance of a group health plan under section 733(a) of ERISA (42 USC 1191b). Section 801 refers to an election by an employer "to be subject to the health coverage participation requirements," which are defined by section 803 to be the requirements of the employer mandate found in sections 411 et seq. Sections 411 and 412 allow an employer to 1) offer a group health plan; 2) offer coverage through an Exchange-participating health benefits plan, if the employer is Exchange-eligible; or 3) to make a contribution in lieu of coverage.
It would seem that under section 802(a)(1), therefore, coverage offered by an employer, either directly or through an exchange, is group health plan coverage. But, remember the language of 251(b)(2) says (twice) that state law rights and remedies apply against health insurance issuers, but not against "employers or other plan sponsors" who offer a group health plan under 802(a)(1). ERISA defines "plan sponsors" to mean the employer or employee organization that establishes a plan. Section 251(b), therefore, says quite plainly that state law remedies (including tort remedies) apply against health insurers who participate in the exchange, you just can't sue your employer if your employer provides coverage through the exchange. Section 502, therefore, no longer preempts state tort remedies against insurers that offer coverage through an exchange. Section 514 would not seem to either, since it is not mentioned in section 251(b).
There is only one loose end to tie up. Although section 251(a)(1) is titled "coverage not offered through the Exchange," it appears to apply not only to "coverage not offered through the Exchange (whether or not offered in connection with an employment-based health plan," but also separately, to all "employment-based health plans," presumably including employment-based health plans offered through the exchange, since otherwise the clause is redundant. Remember, section 251(a) preserves ERISA section 514. But section 251(b), on its face, applies to all coverage offered through the exchange, including coverage funded by an employer, and expressly applies state law remedies against health insurance issuers. How one is to reconcile these provisions is not clear, but in any event section 251(a) does not expressly preserve 502, and, although it preserves 514, section 514 only preempts state insurance law with respect to self-insured plans, which plans purchased through an exchange decidedly are not. Only if a court read section 251(a)(1) rather than section 251(b) to cover employment-based plans offered through the exchange and section 514 to preempt all state laws providing remedies against insurance plans purchased through the exchange with employer contributions, would preemption of state remedies against insurers continue. This would be a strained and improbable (though possible) interpretation of section 251.
In sum, the most likely interpretation of section 251 is that it preserves state law rights and remedies against insurers marketing policies through the exchange, and that ERISA preemption does not apply.
One final question, is subjecting health plans sold to employees through the exchange to state tort liability a good thing? While I am generally in favor of holding people and institutions accountable for their actions and for compensating victims of negligence, allowing tort suits against insurers when insurance is sold to employees through the exchange but not when they insure employees as part of a group that is an ERISA plan risks making policies sold through the exchange more expensive, and thus undercuts the exchange as a means of improving the quality of health insurance and controlling costs. I believe that we need a solution to this problem that applies to all health insurance, not just within the exchange.
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Our Therapy Tools
See short definitions of the types of healing "tools" / approaches I use in therapy. Yes, you might have homework because "what you focus on and repeat becomes so." In other words, the more you take the tools and use them, the more you will move along in creating changes in your mind, body, emotions and even your soul!


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Tax Notice from Nick Mecca, Receiver of Taxes
This is to notify all taxpayers whose property is located in the Blind Brook School District that the first half of the school tax is due by September 30, 2019. Payments must be POSTMARKED BY THE U. S. POST OFFICE NO LATER THAN September 30, 2019.
Please be advised that after September 30, there is a mandatory 2% penalty by New York State Town Law, which cannot be waived for any reason.
For your convenience, there are three ways for you to make payments.
Please bring the entire bill with you.
You may also pay by electronic transfer (ACH). Check the back of the bill for instructions.
If you have any questions, please call the Tax Office at 939-3558.
Nicholas C. Mecca
Receiver of Taxes
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In this episode, Scott discusses an encounter he had on his prayer walk.
Daniel Fast – Day 21: Final DayStandard
I would never have thought I would have gotten to this day. The final day was probably the hardest part of the fast. The big challenge is since I knew my fast would be over, I began to have impulses to eat food outside of the fast. I knew that I needed to stay strong to make sure I finished well so it leads to deep states of prayer. It wasn't until 12:00 on Day 22, that I finally broke my fast.
This 21 day fast had to lead to a lot of great teaching moments about myself and for my leadership. I am not one who likes to discuss my shortcoming and failures to the masses but I believe it was the purpose of this fast to help shape me into the leader that God needs me to be, and the minister the church needs me to be. So with great woundedness to my pride, here are my findings
- Impulsive
- I have the tendency to be impulsive in my life. A lot of my impulsiveness comes from my relationship with food. When I was a young pudgy kid in elementary school, I would never bring a lunch to school. In fact, I never ate breakfast either so I would go without food breakfast and lunch, and then when I got home would splurge on food throughout the evening or have a big dinner. It did lead to a rapid weight-loss in my teen years, but it did lead to my impulsiveness with food. For food, it leads to how I live my life whether in a leadership position or in my personal life to buy something because I want it (and it's on sale).
- What the fast had taught me is that I need to wait. Waiting is hard. But to be a leader you have to wait and seek the Lord for his guidance before making a move. I need to seek wisdom from the Board of Elders before I make any concrete decisions. When it comes to my food choices, I need to be wise about what I impulsively grab. So when I see that Moutain Dew staring at me, when in the check-out. I need to avoid it instead of giving in to its attractive demands.
- Rambo syndrome
- In my earlier ministries, I have been known as a lone ranger. Not because that was my personality, but I have always taken on projects, did them by myself, and had done excellent work. Because of this, I would be complemented by my peers, which I believe, feed into this syndrome. There have been times, where a superior would give me a team to train people how to do my work, in the event I get sick, travel, etc. I would then show these team members how to do the work, and it seemed like they would learn it, but then when I would ask them to do a section for me, they would say they didn't know if they could do it, or make an excuse which leads to me doing 100% of the work.
- Now, I am realizing that having a "Rambo syndrome." is not effective. I end up getting frustrated when I am doing things alone and it adds tension to my life when I am spending too much time on projects and/or cleaning up that it takes precious time away from my family. Jesus didn't do ministry alone, neither should I.
- Self-medicates
- I'm an extrovert. I love being with people and having community bonding. It annoys my wife sometimes when I come back late at night from teaching at church and be so pumped full of energy when she is exhausted. But there are moments when I doubt, experience conflict, or have high degrees of stress where I begin to self-medicate. I didn't think I was a stress eater, even though it runs in my family history of emotional eaters which leads to diabetes. but when it came to my initial weight gain in college I could see how a decrease in an active lifestyle connected with my stress eating lead to my unhealthy lifestyle. If my medication is not food, then it is laying in bed napping, or playing games for long periods of time.
- I need to work on positive outlets when I am feeling down. The big thing I need to do is when I am feeling down, I need to go to the Word and to the Lord in prayer. If there is one thing that this fast had taught me, is that when I am in continual and habitual prayer and worship, that even on my down days, I experience high levels of peace and boldness from the Holy Spirit. It makes me think of the prophet Daniel, who was always in a continual state of prayer to the Lord. I believe that was a huge factor when he was thrown into the lion's den. Some may suggest that he might have been scared because of the circumstances but I believe that is our fears projected on the prophet. I believe he was thrown in boldly knowing that God was going to protect him and grant him justice, which is why he prayed in that pit and continue to pray after he was brought out. Pray hard when you are on the peaks of mountains so that when we are in valleys or pits, we will have a boldness to our prayers that the Lord will give comfort to those who are devoted to His will and ways.
- Lack of communication
- I use to think that my communication skills were great. Trained as an actor and motivation speaker, I am able to communicate clearly the content I am addressing. But when it comes to leadership, it is lacking. I think a lot of my issue stems from the "Rambo syndrome." I think that if I communicate to others my plans or to motivate them on a project and they mess-up or fail that the criticism and mudslinging are going to be directed at me. If I am going to take the blame, I rather do it myself and be solely responsible for the blame then be blamed for another's shortcomings. I know that this sounds petty and arrogant, but I have seen many examples in ministry where a director of a ministry get's blamed for something that a counselor had done and get his name smeared. It pains me that it even happens in the first place due to believers being part of the body that represents Jesus Christ, but that is the reality.
- I had come to the realization that as a leader, I am going to get mud thrown my way, spit on, beaten, criticised and mocked (figuratively; hope not literally). However, Jesus went through all of that and was able to change the world and continues to change lives to this very day. So why am I afraid to carry the same cross that Jesus bore? Just because others could potentially act in an un-Christlike way, doesn't mean that I should be timid. If I am connected with Christ in all I do, then I should be bold with my leadership and communications. When conflict does arrive, I can then act in the way of Christ through unconditional love, grace, and mercy.
Daniel Fast – Day 19: Prayer Walk – Part 3Standard
Day three of my Prayer Walk was again a wonderful, spirit-filled experience. I want to focus on some of the "out of ordinary" moments of the journey.
First, On my journey, I have had another spiritual prodding towards another piece of property. This time, I notice something on the wall that wasn't there before (or I did not notice it.) It was a statement of faith that talked about faith in the world leading to distress but faith in God leads to hope. Since I have already been praying for this property and have had a seed planted in my mind of what the possibilities could be, I am convinced that God wants to use it for his glory. The icing on the cake was that when I got back into my office and got a Facebook Message from a lady in my church wanting to go to the Mission in our areas event. The event is called "Missions Monday" and it is an opportunity to tour the mission, seek volunteering opportunities, and meet with the director. This confirmed that it had to be from God since I was thinking of pitching the dream to the director of the mission.
Second, During my "rooftop prayer" the wind was hurting my eyes. So I got down on my knees and begin to pray since there was a barricade. However, the wind blew even harder to the point where it felt like I was inside of a tornado. It was in that moment where my prayers transformed from powerful to the supernatural. It was in that moment where I felt God's hand upon me as I prayed over the city. It may not have been an angelic encounter like Daniel experienced, but it was something that can only have come from the Almighty.
Lastly, The property I have been praying over for the last two years was on my final destination. I laid hands upon the building and began to pray for God's wisdom and direction. It was in that moment, that the Lord reminded me of the writing on the other property and of what Mark Batterson said in "The Circle Maker."
I will give you the keys of the kingdom of heaven; whatever you bind on earth will be bound in heaven, and whatever you loose on earth will be loosed in heaven. (Matt 16:19 NIV)
Mark talked about how when he prayed over the crack house that became a coffee shop, he needed to stake claim to it after he read Matthew 16:19. In the same way, I believe I need to stake a claim on the property for the Lord. So I prayed for it, that the Lord will use it for his glory and that he will give wisdom and discernment for its purpose. I think I will also take some chalk with me and write Mattew 16:19 on the walls. There is nothing magical about it, but it is biblical and what better way to stake a claim then to physically claim it for the Lord.
Daniel Fast – Day 18: Annual Business MeetingStandard
Today is our Annual Business Meeting of the Church. During this meeting the congregation approves items such as old business, ratifying of elders and ministry team members, budget, and by-laws. I was nervous for a few reasons. First, The Board of Elders looked at having a big revision of the by-laws instead of past times where a single change was brought. This made me nervous because since it was a big overhaul, the vote was an all or nothing deal. Second, It was cold and beginning to snow and if you know anything about snow and the south, people do not come out in the snow, which leads to not meeting a quorum. If we do not meet quorum, it will then lead to the meeting be postponed, which puts a pause on the ministry of the church.
So I began to pray boldly and with a conviction that we will have a quorum and that all voting will be approved in accordance with the Lord's blessing. We were able to have our quorum and everything that was voted on had passed.
Since I started, this Fast, It had been amazing what had happened over the course of 21 days. Not only was I impress with the physical changes, but just the new heights of spirituality that had taken place. I have learned more about myself in ways I would never dream of if I had not partaken on this journey.
Daniel Fast – Day 17: Prayer Walk- Part 2.Standard
I began to partake in another prayer walk around the city that I am apart of. It was a much warmer day that day but the odd thing was there were not a lot of people move about. I did the same route that I did before, but my prayers were more focus. Below are some of the notable prayers that I prayed.
Outside the News Paper
Dear heavenly Father,
May you be with the staff at the newspaper that they will be bold in their reporting and seek out the Truth. Do not let them be swayed by bias, public opinion, or fear.
Outside the Police Station
Protect the Police officers as they serve and protect the community. Let them mover with justice, mercy, and grace. Keep them and there families safe in the name of Jesus.
Outside the Courthouse
Lord of Justice,
I pray for those who are in prison. I pray that they will not continue the cycle of chaos that they are in and be able to free from whatever sin that binds them. I pray for the judges that they will act justly. I pray for attornies that they will be ethical in there profession and move in a way to bring reconciliation in there work.
My one stop on my prayer walk is the top of a parking garage that looks over the city. When I am up there I 1) pray for the city and for it's healing 2) ask for the Lord to reveal Himself to me. What made this walk unique was it was a very calm day but once I prayed for the Lord to reveal himself, the wind violently picked up and was blowing right into my face. It gave me comfort and assurance that the Holy Spirit is at work in my life and in the church I pastor.
The last place I stop to pray is a piece of property that has been vacant for a couple of years. When I first moved here 3 years ago, I had a spiritual pulse towards this piece of property. I have not made any moves on the property since, due to not really know what to say or ask. but there is something there (along with other properties that have begun to take root) I pray for that property to find wisdom and understanding on why I have this impulse. I hope that throughout this year, I will begin to see the picture that the Lord is giving me.
Daniel Fast – Day 15: Week 2 ReflectionsStandard
Finishing my second week of my fast, I was still blown away by how much energy I have and my heighten spiritual awareness. After Church, a few people who knew of my fasting asked me how it was going, and I told them that I have been very impressed with a physical and spiritual level of my journey.
Since I started my fast I have had a lot of interesting situations happen to me. First, I overworked my muscles during shoulder shrugs and because I was not getting a large amount of protein (from meat and shakes) I was sore for almost a full week. Second, during my prayer walks, I have had some interesting insights and moments that can't be described on a conscious level. Finally, it had revealed a buried sin that needed to be repented of. It was one of those "ah-ha" moments that lead to a personal and spiritual transformation.
Daniel Fast – Day 14: Grocery Store Part 2Standard
As mentioned in my previous post on going to the supermarket, it was a difficult journey in trying to find something to eat. I had to go back again, to round out my meals for the final week. Unlike last week, I was able to have a plan and know what I can get to eat. It made shopping very easy as I went with the purpose to get the items that I needed to get to finish my fast strong.
The only part that would have been challenging, was to pick up items for my wife and son, who is not partaking in the fast. One of the things I needed to get is Ice Cream. That was hard as I would usually enjoy a bowl of ice cream after dinner. Since I have been without sugar for two weeks, I am debating if I would partake in that tradition. I may still have some ice cream every now and then, but It will not be an everyday occurrence.
It has been an interesting journey, as I realized how much sugar I consume on a daily basis. IfIi can curb the amount I consume, then I believe it will do wonders for my overall health.


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Heinrich Schiff
Heinrich Schiff (18 November 1951 – 23 December 2016) was an Austrian cellist and conductor.
Early life[edit]
Heinrich Schiff was born on 18 November 1951 in Gmunden, Austria.[1] His parents, Helga (nee Riemann) and Helmut Schiff, were composers.[1] He studied cello with Tobias Kühne and André Navarra and made his solo debut in Vienna and London in 1971. He studied conducting with Hans Swarowsky.
Schiff made his conducting debut in 1986.[1] He was Artistic Director of the Northern Sinfonia from 1990 to 1996,[1] and recorded with them for the Collins Classics label.[2] He also held chief conductorships with the Copenhagen Philharmonic Orchestra in Copenhagen, Denmark (1996–2000), and the Orchester Musikkollegium Winterthur (1996-2001[3]).
In 2004, he was appointed Chief Conductor of the Vienna Chamber Orchestra and served in the post from 2005 to 2008.[1] He stood down from the post in 2008 for health reasons.[4]
Schiff played the "Mara" Stradivarius (1711) and "Sleeping Beauty" made by Montagnana in Venice in 1739.[5] His recording of the Bach Cello Suites won prizes, and his recording of the Shostakovich concertos won the Grand Prix du Disque in 1985.[1] His recording of the Brahms Double Concerto with Frank Peter Zimmermann and Wolfgang Sawallisch won the Deutscher Schallplattenpreis. Composers who have written cello concertos for Schiff include John Casken[2][5] and Friedrich Gulda.[6]
Among his students were Rudi Spring, Gautier Capuçon, Richard Harwood and Natalie Clein.
Schiff frequently experienced pain in his right shoulder and arm, the one that holds the bow, presumably caused by overexertion, but tried to ignore it. While playing in a chamber concert in Vienna on 25 April 2010 he had to take breaks during pieces due to the pain. After this evening, he never played cello in public again.[7]
Since 2012, the 'Mara' Cello has been played by Christian Poltéra, one of Schiff's former students.[8][9]
Schiff died in Vienna on 23 December 2016 at the age of 65.[1][10]
- ^ a b c d e f g Millington, Barry (December 30, 2016). "Heinrich Schiff obituary". The Guardian. Retrieved January 1, 2017.
- ^ a b Andrew Clements (2003-07-04). "Casken: Darting the Skiff; Maharal Dreaming, etc: Schiff/ Northern Sinfonia/ Casken". The Guardian. Retrieved 2009-02-07.
- ^ nzz.ch
- ^ "Stefan Vladar neuer Chefdirigent des Wiener Kammerorchesters". Vienna Online. 2008-05-16. Retrieved 2009-02-07.
- ^ a b Griffiths, Bill, Northern Sinfonia. Northumbria University Press, p. 21 (ISBN 1904794076).
- ^ Andrew Clements (1999-08-10). "Colour and spice: Gulda's Cello Concerto (Royal Albert Hall / Radio 3)". The Guardian. Retrieved 2009-02-07.
- ^ Amling, Ulrich (23 December 2016). "Zum Tod des Cellisten Heinrich Schiff". Der Tagesspiegel. Retrieved 2 January 2019.
- ^ www.christianpoltera.com
- ^ zeit.de 7 May 2015 / Carolin Pirich: Oh, Mara!
- ^ "ZUM TOD DES CELLISTEN UND DIRIGENTEN". 23 December 2016.
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Van de Bovenkamp's works are marked by their signature dominance, lyricism, and awe-inspiring presence which enhance the viewer's experience of fantasy, imagination, and discovery. The sculptor's careful attention to scale, material, content, and form elevates these creations to a certain sacred sense of place that harkens back to such ancient monuments as Stonehenge. Such sculptures dynamically interact with both the natural and the man-made architectural spaces they inhabit. Through twisting, animated, and sinewy curving forms Van de Bovenkamp seemingly breathes life into these inanimate objects, transforming inorganic forms into organic ones while seducing the viewer's eye and very being. The artist explains in his own words:
"I find myself working towards an art which includes a spiritual dimension. I have become increasingly aware of art as a dialogue between matter and spirit. In recent works, I have emphasized myth, symbol and dream to evoke an atmosphere in which the sculpture and its environment speak to the subconscious to make the observer aware of the dreamlike nature of life, of which we all are part."
Best Sculpture Award, Guild Hall, East Hampton, NY (2003)
Listing, Who Is Who in American Art (1996-2004)
Sanctuary Design Competition, Omega Holistic Health Institute, Rhinebeck, NY (1996)
Exhibition, American Institute Arts & Letters, New York, NY (1976)
Nebraska Bicentennial Sculpture Competition, Sydney, NE (1976)
Emily Lowe Sculpture Award, New York, NY (1964)
Selected Major Commissions
Corporate Business Park, Columbia, MD (2001)
Mt. Sinai Hospital, Miami, FL (1998)
Neiman Marcus, Beverly Hills, CA (1997)
Neiman Marcus, Paramus, NJ (1996)
Mayer Collection, Denver, CO (1993)
Marina Village, Alameda, CA (1990)
Spring Lake, Chicago, IL (1988)
Haverstraw Marina, Haverstraw, NY (1986)
Christiania, Tarrytown, NY (1984)
Litwin Building, 72nd & 2nd Ave, New York, NY (1980)
Cargill, Minneapolis, MN (1977)
Parker Towers, New York, NY (1974)
Jewish Institute, Lake Success, NY (1972)
Levitt Headquarters, Lake Success, NY (1966)
Selected Exhibitions
Westchester Sculptor's Guild, White Plains, NY (2006)
Danubiana Meulensteen Museum, Bratislava, Slovakia (2006)
Hillwood Art Museum, Brookville, NY (2005)
Sculpturesite Gallery, San Francisco, CA (2005)
Grounds for Sculpture, Hamilton, NJ (2005-2006)
Sagaponack Sculpture Fields, New York, NY (2003)
Bernarducci Meisel Gallery, New York, NY (2003)
Louis Meisel Gallery, New York, NY (2003)
City of Ft. Lauderdale, Ft. Lauderdale, FL (2000)
Grounds for Sculpture, Hamilton, NJ (1999)
Michener Museum, Doylestown, PA (1996)
Stamford Museum, Stamford, CT (1996)
Chicago Art Fair, Navy Pier, Chicago, IL (1988)
Oakland Museum, Oakland, CA (1982)
University of Missouri, Columbia, MO (1981)
Sculpture Center, New York, NY (1979)
Nassau County Art Museum, NY (1978)
PS1 Contempory Art Museum, Queens, NY (1978)
National Academy of Design, New York, NY (1977)
American Institute of Arts & Letters, New York, NY (1976)
Arnot Art Museum, Elmira, NY (1976)
76 Storm King Art Center, Cornwall, NY (1973)
University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT (1970)
Stamford Museum, Stamford, CT (1968)
Colgate University, NY (1965)
Contemporary Arts Museum, Houston, TX (1964)
New York University, New York, NY (1963)
University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Ml (1961)
Selected Public Collections
Youngstown Museum, Youngstown, OH
Stony Brook University, Stony Brook, NY
Nebraska Bicentennial, Sidney, NE
University of Missouri, Columbia, MO
State Capital Plaza, Lansing, Ml
Estate of Nelson Rockefeller
Townsend Museum of Art, Towsend University, MD
Lowe Museum, Coral Gables, FL
Museum of Fine Art, Miami University, OH
Texas A & M University, College Station, TX
Myriad Gardens, Oklahoma City, OK
Boca Raton Museum of Fine Art, FL
Staten Island Community College, Staten Island, NY
City of Ormond Beach, Ormond Beach, FL
City of Toledo, Toledo, OH


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Sadly, I am not an Apple blogger. If you're an Apple blogger, you can make like $400,000 a year by saying stuff like "Samsung made the Home icon 1px smaller – this is a billion dollar mistake", or "I'm with Tim Cook on this one" (which you can add to 100% of Tim Cook quotes, but act like you really thought it through).
Sorry, let me just add a side note for a second here: When the shitty Apple Watch came out, the Daringfireball guy wrote one of the best things of all time:
Also, though it sounds trivial, I enjoy the perfect 60 FPS smoothness of Apple Watch's second hand — a smoothness no mechanical watch could ever match.
hahahahahahah ait's so good. It really makes me laugh thinking about it, because I know it's totally sincere, and the guy was like "Damn, this watch is higher resolution than.. reality!"
Anyway, so Apple is announcing the new iPhone tomorrow, and the big news, as far as I've seen, is that they're removing the headphone port, and adding their own proprietary port.
Cynical people might think this is because they recently bought the Beats headphones company and can sell a bunch of $399 headphones (and "Airpods") to people. The truth however is simply that a typical headphone port is 1/8 of an inch wide, and that is insanely thick. Carrying a phone that's thicker than 3.5mm is basically like sticking a huge wheel of cheese in your pocket, one of the big ones that the villagers are rolling around in Asterix books, for instance.
So I'm no Apple blogger, and I certainly go out of my way to not read Apple blogs, okay and let me get off on another tangent here: Should I do an Apple blog? I bet I could get pretty rich, I understand all the stuff they do. Okay tangent over.
So they're ditching the headphone jack, which I find really annoying, and it will keep me using my Android (which I've been doing most of the year) rather than my iPhone, but I'm not sure whether it'll matter to most people. I think they have probably an 80% chance of getting away with it, which is very low to be honest, because my default is that Apple have a 95% chance of getting away with basically any dumb thing they've done to this point.
Anyway here is my only point: I keep seeing people compare this to when Apple got rid of Firewire, or CD players, and similar things, but to me, that's not the best analogy.
To me, the better comparison is to when Apple released a phone with a decent camera. On one hand, the 2 situations are totally different: Tomorrow, Apple will be changing the headphone jack on their devices, whereas before, they added a camera to their devices. But it's the result that I'm talking about:
The result of them adding a camera was that a trillion people switching from using normal cameras, and rely on their phone cameras for most situations now. DSLR and Mirrorless camera sales are stagnant/dying now, and the reason is that everyone is happy enough with smartphones.
What I can picture happening with the Apple headphone thing is that the same result occurs: People are happy enough with the new USB-C (or the new proprietary Bluetooth standard that Apple will add), anid people buy Apple's own headphones (or use whatever free ones come with the iPhone 7), and in maybe 5 years, it's quite possible that traditional 3.5mm headphones will just be purchased by serious audio enthusiasts and people doing professional recording. The same way that right now, DSLRs and mirrorless cameras are mostly just purchased by serious photography enthusiasts, and pros.
To me, this is bad, because – and this is an unpopular opinion, and I hate writing unpopular opinions, because they make people like me less – phone cameras suck. They suck, most of the pictures they take suck, and maybe 1 in 200 times, someone takes a good photo with one, and maybe it winds up on an Apple billboard, or a blog, and people go "Wow, iPhones can take really great photos", but really they suck, they mostly all sucks, they're grainy, they're all taken at like 128,000,000,000,000 ISO, half of them are using like JPEG Compression Level 3/12, combined with a tiny lens and some digital zoom.
They blow, it's been like 10 years almost since they came out, and they've sucked the whole time, just slightly less each year. The new digital headphones are going to absolutely suck compared to traditional headphones, because a crapload of German guys have spent their lives making traditional headphones better and better, for like 80 years. The new headphones are going to suck for I don't know, 10 or 15 years, but most people will be happy enough with them, the same way people would rave about the camera in like the iPhone 3GS, for instance. Remember that??? Honestly, people said it was GREAT, people LOVED it. What is wrong with people! I am so much smarter and better than everyone.


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Your grandfather, Dr. Alexander Greed has passed away. In his will, he leaves his amusement park, Greed Land to you. The catch: his other grandchildren also have ownership of Greed Land. All of the grandchildren need to meet at Greed Land, otherwise they forfeit their share of the inheritance. The grandchildren that show up decide that they do not want to share Greed Land; that is not in their nature. They decide to have a contest, with only one rule: whoever earns the most money in 3 years will be the sole owner of Greed Land. Everything else is fair game.


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Intel has agreed to pay rival Nvidia $1.5 billion in a six-year cross-licensing patent deal as a part of an out-of-court settlement to a long-running patent infringement lawsuit. The deal will allow Intel to access Nvidia's extensive GPU and supercomputing portfolio for making PC chips, while Nvidia will be granted access to Intel's microprocessor and chipset technology.
Chinese online store Taobao has pulled over 50,000 illegal iTunes accounts auctioned on its site, the company announced on Monday. The announcement follows an investigation by China's Global Times, which discovered last week that the accounts were being sold on the site for as little as 1 yuan (10p).
Google TV has been jailbroken by the GTVHacker dev team using a combination of software and hardware hacks. In a 6 minute video posted on Youtube, the group shows how Google TV was jailbroken and reveals the underlying Android OS used to power it.
Search giant Google has launched a new version of its Google Goggles app for Android devices, capable of reading barcodes, recognising print-ads and can even solve Sudoku puzzles.
Verizon Wireless' move to offer Apple's iPhone might have an adverse effect on the sales of smartphones running on Google's Android operating system, analysts have claimed.
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NHS needs to save £15 million a day
The NHS needs to save £15 million a day – from yesterday – to grapple with the scale of the financial challenge that lies ahead, Practical Commissioning has been told.
The NHS needs to save £15 million a day – from yesterday – to grapple with the scale of the financial challenge that lies ahead, Practical Commissioning has been told.
NAPC president, Dr James Kingsland, attended a recent DH meeting to discuss the NHS 'productivity challenge' and said a multi-million pound 'back of a fag packet' figure was bandied around on how much needs to be saved every day 'from yesterday'.
Dr Kinglsand, who is also the DH's national PBC clinical network lead, told Practical Commissioning his own calculation was that it was £15 million a day from now to make the £20 billion reduction required by 2014.
Dr Kingsland stressed the figure was not being used to draw plans around but to focus minds in the meeting and give attendees a 'reality check' on the impact of what the forthcoming years will mean.
'We've got to have high impact on a daily basis if we've got to find £15 million of savings a day.'
He added: 'Cash releasing schemes such as PBC have got to be supported.'
Speaking at the recent NHS Alliance conference, Dr Kingsland, said: 'PBC is here to stay. If it doesn't work plan B is a service that isn't free at the point of access.'
NHS chief executive, David Nicholson, also spoke of politicians questioning the sustainability of a service free at the point of access if the NHS doesn't rise to the 'enormous' challenge ahead.
He added charging to access the service is 'to me is where madness lies'.
In his conference speech NHS Alliance chair, Dr Mike Dixon, said it was time to be more 'bullish' about what primary care can do.
'Primary care can no longer be ignored. We are now key to survival in challenging times.' He added primary care was 'the answer' to creating a more cost effective, fairer and healthier NHS.
And in his speech, health minister Mike O'Brien agreed primary care held the key to the success of the NHS.
'You are the ones who make the millions of daily decisions that determine the quality of patient care and the use of NHS resources. You know where we can eliminate waste and inefficiency and where we can put resources to better use. And you are the ones closest to the patient.'NAPC president Dr James Kingsland NAPC president Dr James Kingsland


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Would you be able to utilize the "ti" squish-tile for the ArticWind's name? It's supposed to be Arctic, not Artic.
"Spr." as an abbreviation for "Spirit" is kind of vague, I think. It's the kind of word that's short enough that it doesn't really need to be shortened.
I actually looked, and it appears that you have enough room to spell out Intellect if you use the "ll" squish tile...Is there anything preventing you from doing this kind of layout?
Edit - Also, what were you planning on doing with the spell names, again? Squish tiles ala Namingway Edition, abbreviations like Blizd, Thdr, etc., or...? Just curious.
one issue is that the term used for Intelligence in the Famicom version, ちせい (chisei), specifically means 'intelligence' as opposed to 'intellect'.
ちせい【知性】 (chisei)intellect; intelligence; intellectuality; mentality.
I'm not that familiar with ASM but I think one of the suggestions was to alter the battle menu to three names per row for the spells. If it's possible to do that you would have the room you need and could use squish tiles without it looking terrible. I still think using the original terms for stats is better but they work for what they are intended for regardless.
Never expect words to have a 1:1 equivalence between any pair of languages.This is what the Green Goddess says about this specific word:Code: [Select]ちせい【知性】 (chisei)intellect; intelligence; intellectuality; mentality.
Oh wow, I had no idea. The terminology I'm using is from the GBA version, does anyone know if the PSP/iOS version uses updated, less misleading terminology? I would like to stay as "official" as possible, but this will have to be an exception if the PSP/iOS version uses the same misleading terms as the GBA version. Thanks for pointing that out.
Well, I guess it gets misleading if you take other titles in the series into account. I personally don't see any problem at all with the Japanese original going with the terms Magic Power and Magic Defense, the percentage alone next to it should give you the idea it doesn't work the same in this title. IIRC, other stats in the series named the same works differently between titles. I honestly have difficulty to understand what the major differences are between calling this stat "defense" or "resistance." It's a bit like asking what's the difference between wisdom and intelligence. But I'm not a native English speaker so what do I know... Keep up the good work, looking great! Never played this installment so I'm very much looking forward to try it out when you're done.
Oh, Chaos Rush, I meant to ask you, are you intending to release your text-editor tools after everything is done? They look quite impressive!
So, I have to ask. In the Japanese version and the Prototype, character portraits have black behind them, like so.It looks like Demi had removed them... The Prototype had these as well, if my memory serves me correctly. Do you have any plans to restore this, Chaos Rush? Just curious.
Well the only Final Fantasy games I've played are the GBA versions of I & II, the DS version of III, and the SNES version of IV (w/ Namingway Edition patch). So I don't know how the stat terminology changes in later installments. But what I do know is, I genuinely thought that "Magic" meant something along the lines of "Magic Strength", and that "Magic Defense" actually meant "Magic Defense" (like Special Defense in Pokémon), but as Vanya informed me that's not actually what those stats mean. If it's that huge of a deal for some people, I'll gladly make an "official terms" patch at the end
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10 Signs You Need Help for Depression
Depression isn't something that should be taken lightly. Most people won't seek help for depression because they feel it's a taboo subject. They don't want to be told to 'just cheer up' or 'get on with it' because they know that won't help. However, suffering in silence could be even worse. If you think you're dealing with a mental health issue, it may be time to seek professional help. Here are ten signs that you need help for depression.
Longer than a Fortnight
Take a look at the symptoms of depression – http://www.webmd.com/depression/guide/detecting-depression#1. If you recognise these symptoms in yourself, you need to monitor how long they stay. If you feel the same way for over a fortnight, it's best to seek some help from a medical professional. It's very rare for sufferers of depression to seek help so soon, but the longer you wait, the harder it could be to treat.
If You Have Children
Caring for children, especially young children, can really take it out of you. Suffering with depression and looking after children will take you to your limit. Your mental health has a direct effect on your family members and those close to you, so it's wise to get whatever help you can. This is so your daily life becomes more manageable. If you're able to take care of yourself in the best way possible, you'll be able to care for others in the best way too.
Are You Able to Work?
We rely on our work as a source of income. The money we get from our incomes is what allows us to survive. If you're unable to concentrate on your work or your work is making you depressed, your income may be at risk. Have you started to miss days of work? Perhaps you've been arriving to work late or slacking on important jobs. If you feel like you can't muster any motivation to do your job, it could be time for you to get some help. Remember, asking for help isn't a weakness.
Fatigue is a typical symptom of depression. Having said that, you may also feel like you're unable to sleep too. Therefore, many people who suffer from depression struggle to get through a day because their bodies are tired but their minds won't let them rest. You may also experience weight loss or weight gain with depression. If you're aware that something isn't quite right, you may start to become stressed. All of these symptoms will fight against your immune system, so you may find that you're more susceptible to illness.
You Can't Cheer Yourself Up
Most of us know exactly how to cheer up. Whether it's a good movie, a new book or a jamming session on the guitar, there's often at least one thing that can put a smile on our faces. If your attempts to cheer yourself up fail, you need to make an appointment with your doctor. There could be many forms of treatment available, including help at CompassHealthCenter.net/psychiatric-programs/partial-hospitalization-program-php/. There are also many alternative therapies that you could try, so be sure to ask about your options.
Substance Abuse
Many people with depression find relief in alcohol and drugs. They can offer a temporary high that's unachievable with depression. It goes without saying that indulging in alcohol or drugs while dealing with depression will only make the problem bigger. Before the problem gets out of hand, it's important for you to seek help. You may be put on a detox program and someone will be available to talk to 24/7.
Anger is another symptom that can be caused by depression. You may feel so angry that you smash possessions in your home and harm yourself. If it comes to the point where you begin to fantasize about hurting others, you need to seek help immediately. This is for your own safety and the safety of others. If you become angry, you may want to try some calming techniques. It's also wise to accept help from a therapist who can help you to work through some of the root issues causing your anger.
Staying in Bed
Depression can cause a lack of motivation. We all wish we could stay in bed a little longer every day, but if you're finding it difficult to get out of bed every day, depression could be the cause. It may make you feel like the day is too difficult to face and you'd rather stay in bed and not get dressed. People with depression very rarely get the amount of sleep they should be having. It's usually much more or much less. Neither is good for your mind or your body.
Are Others Concerned
If the people who are closest to you are telling you there's something wrong, you need to listen. Others may notice that your mood has changed or that you've been acting differently for a prolonged period of time. It's often likely that they'll notice before you do. If they're concerned for your wellbeing, alarm bells should be ringing. If you don't want to face getting help alone, ask someone you trust to go with you.
Suicidal Thoughts
It's not uncommon for people with depression to self-harm or have suicidal thoughts. Even if you're just thinking about it but believe you would never harm yourself, it's important to seek help. If you believe that committing suicide is the only way to get relief from the pain you feel, you cannot ignore this sign! Just having someone to talk to and support you through your recovery will make a tremendous difference. Take a look at BetterHelp and start talking to a counsellor who has been specifically matched to you and your needs. You don't even have to leave your home.
Dealing with depression is difficult, but it's much better to address the problem than ignore it and risk making it worse. When you feel any of these symptoms or signs apply to you, please seek medical advice and help.


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The World University & School wiki is growing. Check out the 'Loving Bliss Eliciting' subject at WUaS, for example: worlduniversity.wikia.com/wiki/Loving_Bliss_(eliciting_this_neurophysiology). The video of Stanford Comparative Literature and Philosophy Professor Richard Rorty (who died in 2006) on Dutch television is interesting. From a far-reaching pragmatist philosopher's perspective, he examines how people might elicit bliss (around the 27 minute mark).
Simply by clicking 'edit this page,' you are all welcome, of course, to add content, teach, learn and create at WUaS, as well. All of our specialized knowledges may come in very usefully over time. Enjoy :)
World University and School would next like to hire a community builder intern, information technology intern, a fundraising intern, and, starting in January 2011, a graduate student instructor to grade papers for WUaS. For this World University & School needs funding.
Since we have incorporated as a charity/nonprofit in the State of California, we now have a form of recognition, which I hope we can parley in to knowledge and financial resources.
World University and School welcomes your ideas and suggestions.
Of Beauty and Consolation: Part 23 – Richard Rorty
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State of Rhode Island Gets More Federal Funding to Combat Opioid Addiction
Rhode Island has been awarded more federal funding to combat opioid addition.
The state's congressional delegation announced the increase on Friday. They say Rhode Island's share from a grant program at the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration will rise from $2.1 million last year to $12.5 million.
The program helps states increase access to medication-assisted treatment and reduce opioid overdoses through prevention, treatment and recovery services.
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Sen. Jack Reed, a Rhode Island Democrat, says the funding is much needed and long overdue.
The state health department says 323 Rhode Island residents died of accidental drug overdoses in 2017.
The Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2018 included a $3.3 billion boost for opioid funding, with $142 million set aside for states with high mortality rates from overdoses.
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In the 1500s, a man named Martin Luther saw problems in the way the Roman Catholic Church was run. He argued against the teachings of the Church during a time when doing so was punishable by death. Readers can learn about his courageous and honorable life as he fought against the Catholic church and ideals and strived for Protestant Reformation in this captivating biography that features easy-to-read text, intriguing facts, and striking images. The glossary, index, and table of contents helps children navigate their way through the book and better understand some of the concepts discussed, such as Luther's Ninety-Five Theses and the Black Cloister Monastery.
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This fascinating biography details the life of the last Queen of France, Marie Antoinette. The detailed images and illustrations and interesting facts allow readers to learn more about her arranged marriage to King Louis XVI, life at the Palace of Versailles, what she did to become such a controversial queen, and about the royal family's stay at the Tuileries Palace. The supportive text works in conjunction with the accessible glossary and index to give readers the tools they may need to better understand the content and vocabulary.
How did the universe work? How did the human mind learn? What kind of government was best? These are some of the questions that people asked during the Age of Ideas, or the Enlightenment. Readers will learn about some of the most important aspects, ideas, and people of this time, including John Locke, David Hume, Voltaire, Copernicus, and Romanticism. Through intriguing facts and engaging sidebars, readers will also discover the incredible outcomes of the Scientific Revolution and how scientists like Galileo, Isaac Newton, and Johannes Keplar changed the way people see the world! The colorful images and supportive text work together to help readers understand the major impact the French Revolution had on the French people, as well as the influence it had on the American Revolution.
In 1689, John Locke wrote that individuals had the right to "life" and "liberty." Soon, his ideas spread across the world and helped create a new system of rule. In this engaging biography, readers learn about the inspiring life of John Locke and his role in the Enlightenment. Featuring brilliant images and fascinating facts, this book will have readers eager to learn more about Locke's incredible life. The supportive text, glossary, and index combine to give readers the tools they'll need to better understand such topics as the Glorious Revolution and empiricism.
Imperialism brought the world together and tore it apart. This title explains how the Industrial Revolution made an impact on Imperialism and how the Imperial powers warred with each other and the countries they conquered. Using vivid images, fascinating facts, and easy to read text, readers will learn about some of the most important people and occurrences that helped shape the Age of Imperialism, including The Boxer Rebellion, The Boer Wars, Imperialism in China, and the Japanese Empire. A glossary and index are provided for assistance in better understanding the content.
In this biography, readers will discover the remarkable journey of Cecil Rhodes from England to the diamond mines, parliament houses, and battlefields of Africa. The stunning facts, vibrant images, and engaging sidebars work in conjunction with the supportive text and helpful glossary and index to give readers a look into the Age of Imperialism and into Rhodes' life as he ventured into diamond mining, created the De Beers diamond company, started a scholarship fund, settled Rhodesia, and shaped policies that limited the rights of black South Africans through his belief in Social Darwinism.
While the old Roman Empire of the west crumbled to ruin, the Byzantines grew strong and powerful, creating such cities as Constantinople. Under such leaders as Constantine and Justinian the Great, the Byzantine Empire flourished. Readers will discover how the Byzantines transformed Christianity, protected Europe from would-be invaders, and later carried the seeds of the Renaissance to Italy during their thousand-year reign. Through eye-catching images, engaging facts, and easy to read text, readers can learn all about the Edict of Mila, feudalism, Byzantine art, the Ottoman Empire, Kurds, as well as the Byzantine-established religion of Eastern Orthodoxy. A glossary and index are provided to give readers the tools they need to better understand the content.
In this captivating biography, readers will learn how Emperor Justinian I ruled the Byzantine Empire for 38 years. Featuring eye-catching images, maps, and photos, stunning facts, and easy to read text, readers will be introduced to Justinian's Code, the Nika Rebellion, and iconoclasm. Readers will be fascinated as they discover that Justinian put down a rebellion, conquered new territory, and even survived the bubonic plague! To provide readers with tools they'll need to better understand the content, this book features an accessible glossary and index.
This captivating book introduces readers to Islamic history through vivid images and intriguing facts. The text works in conjunction with the eye-catching photos and illustrations to give readers a look into the history of Islamic culture, life, and politics, including Muhammad, the Arabian Peninsula, Mecca, the Qur'an, the Five Pillars of Worship, Sunnis, Shi'as, Muslims, and Bedouins. To aid in further development of vocabulary and better understanding of the content, a helpful index and glossary is provided.
This enlightening biography introduces readers to Muhammad, the Prophet of Islam. Readers will learn how he grew to become the founder of Islam and an important figure in the history of the world. The engaging facts, alluring images, and supportive text combine together to create an engaging reading experience for children to learn about such things as the Bedouins, Makkah, Qur'an, Hijrah, Sunnis, Shi'as, and how Muhammed urged people to follow his idea of monotheism. With a glossary and index, children will have all the tools they need to learn about Muhammed's incredible life!
Medieval England was a time of great change and uncertainty. Readers will be enthralled as they learn about various aspects of the Middle Ages in England including the feudal system, Hundred Years War, War of the Roses, and the bubonic plague. The detailed images and captivating facts and sidebars work in conjunction with easy to read text, glossary, and index to give readers an enjoyable and engaging reading experience that introduces them to such rulers as Henry II, Thomas Beckett, Eleanor of Aquitaine, and Richard the Lion Hearted.
Geoffrey Chaucer was a British poet during the Middle ages and is still considered one of the greatest English writers of all time. Through this intriguing biography, readers will learn about Chaucer's life as he took part in the Hundred Years War, worked for King Edward III, and went on to write the well-known collection, "The Canterbury Tales". Featuring lively illustrations, fascinating facts and sidebars, easy to read text, an accommodating glossary, and helpful index, this book will have readers excited and eager to learn more about this influential author.
The Renaissance was a time of cultural rebirth. Readers will learn all about Renaissance life and Renaissance education in this engaging title that explores how artists created masterpieces and explored subjects like music, architecture, and Renaissance religion, and new artistic movements like naturalism. The intriguing facts and beautiful images allow readers to see examples of Renaissance art from great artists like Michelangelo and Leonardo da Vinci. The easy to read text, accessible glossary, and helpful index work together to create a captivating reading experience.


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VIDEO: Adesua & Banky W Perform Their Love Song Live On Stage
Surely, Banky W and his fiancée, Adesua Etomi have given us another reason to gossip.
The patriots of love will also agree that their recent display on stage was another show of affection that will keep a lot of fans talking.
During an event in Lagos, both love birds came on stage as they performed a duet together. It would shock you to know that Adesua is not just an actress as she was not left behind when it came to the singing part.


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This joyful style is characterised by a sunny structure. The honeycomb stitch consists of two differently coloured yarns. Available in a variety of fantastic colours. Baby's Only Crib Blanket Uni Sun is a lovely blanket for dozing and dreaming. Short naps or long dreamy dreams; this crib blanket will keep your sunshine warm and comfortable. The Baby's Only Crib Blanket Uni Sun is:
- 70 x 95 cm. in size
- composition: cotton & acrylic
- wash on 30°C


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Sunday, November 25, 2007
"Snowman Sets"
This is the snowman set that I am making for Alyssa to give to each of the ladies in the office at school. The set includes a snowman soup, a snowman gum holder, and a small white sack with an individual chocolate square inside. There are only four ladies in the office and I hope they like these!
Posted by JoAnna Goodman at 4:52 PM
4 comments:
- Rochelle W said...
Girl, they are gonna love them. I love them!! Super cute stamp.
- November 25, 2007 at 8:26 PM
- Michelle said...
Tooooo cute! Once again.....you are a busy lady!
- November 26, 2007 at 7:42 AM
- Diane said...
I'm addicted to snowmen,so it had to be the 1st thing I checked on your blog.Absolutely lovely set!!
- December 1, 2007 at 4:49 PM
- jackie said...
love everything on your site...I love to make the gifty type things also! the snowmen set is very cute so I will pick that if I have to pick just one! great sight and thanks for sharing
- December 2, 2007 at 6:49 AM
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text: Mehbooba inducts Haseeb Drabu and Altaf Bukhari, party's political affairs committee Mushtaq Shah is zone President Tral, Mehboob Iqbal to look after Pir Panchal KNS By : KNS | Srinagar, Publish Date: Friday, September 7, 2018 | Updated Date : Friday, September 7, 2018Srinagar, Sep 07 (KNS): President of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Mehbooba Mufti on Friday nominated Dr. Haseeb Drabu and Syed Mohammad Altaf Bukhari as members of the party's Political Affairs Committee. Furthermore, PDP President nominated Mushtaq Ahmad Shah, MLA Tral as Zone President for PDP Zone Tral. Party spokesperson in a statement issued to KNS said that Mehbooba Mufti has assigned the party work to three General Secretaries of party for Jammu province as under:- F. C .Bhagat General Secretary shall look after the party Affairs of Central Jammu areas and Surinder Choudhry General Secretary shall look after the party affairs of Pir Panchal areas. Whereas Mehboob Iqbal will look after the party affairs of Chinab Valley areas. (KNS)


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About the Project
Events for Teachers
Project Pictures
Student Assessment
So much data exists...That is, we are surrounded by data...and where there is data, there are opportunities to create mathematical problems.
Consider these pieces of interesting data:
Pounds of laundry an average American family of four washes in a year: 2000.
Acres of the world's tropical rain forest cleared every minute: 49.
Percentage of American who say they never go to movies: 39%.
Cab fare from New York City to Los Angeles: $5550.
Longest recorded flight by a chicken: 302 feet, 8 inches.
Using these interesting gems of data, your task is to either conduct related surveys to check the veracity of the data provided (e.g. see the date of the source)...or pose and solve new problems. Share the results with others and compare your respective creative slants.
Consider these pieces of interesting data:
Source: Harper's Magazine, 1985


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Every Sunday at 11:15 am, the church family of Biggar Parish Church gather together to worship. This service of worship is for people of all ages. We vary our music style using different music, from organ to piano to praise band and embrace the use of technology within our services.
Our church family consists of people of all ages and it is during this service that baptisms will normally take place. Children and young people play a very active role and are always welcome to make contributions. If you have very young children they can come along and stay with you whilst you worship. There is a small crèche providing age appropriate toys available in the North Transept where a rota of our members who have been PVG disclosed are happy to care for your children. Older children and young people have their own activities to which they can go. If your children would rather stay with you, or you wish to take them out to settle them and come back in to join worship ... you are welcome to.
Our Morning Worship is followed by a time of fellowship in St. Mary's Hall (round the corner from the Church) when as many of our church family are able get together to enjoy a cup of tea, coffee or juice.
Sacrament of Holy Communion @ 11:15am
On the last Sunday of January, April, June and October there is a very traditional celebration of the Sacrament of Holy Communion at 11:15am. Why not come along and join us? An informal celebration of Communion is celebrated during the normal 11:15am service on the last Sunday of each month.
Afternoon Services @ 2:00pm
These services are held in St. Mary's Hall, North Back Road, on the 2nd Sunday of February, April, September and December. The service is intended for those who are unable to attend church for morning service. Worship lasts no longer than 30 minutes and is followed by a time for fellowship and to enjoy a cup of tea, coffee or juice. Everyone is welcome and if you would like to attend but have mobility difficulties, please contact Nanette Stott (221163) who will be more than happy to arrange a lift for you.
Occasionally there are changes to our usual pattern of services. You can find out about these on our Intimations page which can be found in our News section.


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I had big plans for today.
I was going to get up early and go for a run. I was going to make a start on a big Geography assignment that is due in 10 days time. I was going to spend the afternoon writing blog posts to make sure there would be plenty of content up on here in the coming weeks.
It's now 5:52 in the afternoon and have I done any of those things. Nope. I mean, yes, I've watched a whole season of Sherlock, read 5 chapters of Caitlyn Moran's book Moranthology and spent AT LEAST two hours on Pinterest. And although I'm not suggesting for a second that it is a complete waste of time to spend 4 1/2 hours staring at Benedict Cumberbatch's cheekbones, have I really done anything important. Nope.
Okay, I might technically be writing a blog post now, but trust me when I say that this is not the kind of quality content I had in mind. I just think it's kind of disheartening to think that I spend so much time actively doing things I know I don't need to be doing in order to avoid doing things I know I really do need to be doing.
Even as I sit at the kitchen table writing this, my phone lies half a metre to my left and the urge to stop typing and quickly check Twitter is almost painful. Do I actually need to check Twitter (especially when I know it's going to be awash with sickeningly cute couples. Thanks Valentines Day.)? No. Am I actually interested in what anyone has to say on there? No. Do I just want to avoid doing what I'm actually supposed to be doing, aka writing this? Yep.
I'm being serious. It's estimated that around 20% of people are chronic procrastinators (meaning they will find any excuse to not do the things they want / need to do), and I'll be the first to admit that I am probably one of them. For people like me who procrastinate a lot, it really can take over your whole life. You can give me two weeks to complete a task, and you can bet money on the fact it won't get done until the night before. It genuinely worries me that during the next few years I will be taking exams that will affect me for the rest of my life, when I know my work ethic is so bad.
I'm not 100% sure where I am going with this to be completely honest, except for the fact that I desperately need to improve the amount of time I spend procrastinating. I am a perfectionist, I want everything to be perfect all the time and that often stops me from doing the things I want to do with my time. If I'm being brutally honest, that is usually why there are so few posts up on here, I want every post to be amazing and even if I have what I think is a good idea it usually doesn't take me too long to talk myself out of doing it in the fear of whether it will be 'good enough'. One of my main problems is that the things I procrastinate over aren't even things I hate doing, they are things that I really do want to be doing.
I hope that this will be something I will get better at. It's all about realising that you've just got to get out there and do something. If you are reading this (1. well done for putting up with my completely nonsensical thoughts right now) try to do something (seriously, anything) today that you've been meaning to do for a while. Trust me you will feel a lot better about yourself afterwards.
If you have any good tips to help stop my life (and maybe others' as well) from continuing to be a complete and utter procrastination station, then please leave them below. I could really do with some good advice. :)


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- > sightseeing spots
- > Hakone Ropeway
Odawara Station
[Hakone Ropeway]
Stroll around the white smoke-covered Owakudani Valley, and enjoy the views from high up in the air
The Hakone ropeway offers an approx. 24-minute journey one-way between Sounzan Station, the last station of the Hakone Tozan Cable Car, and Togendai Station, which nestles on the shore of Lake Ashinoko. Around the transfer station, Owakudani, visitors are able to view plumes of white smoke erupting from the active volcano, and enjoy a walk taking in these spectacular natural views. The views from the altitude of 1,044 meters are also wonderful, and on a fine day, Mt. Fuji, and even very far away Tokyo Skytree, can be seen. The "Owakudani Station Restaurant" is a popular stopping place for ropeway users due to its special "Owakudani Curry" that features an image of the rising volcanic smoke of Owakudani Valley. Experience the breathtakingly beautiful scenery of each season, and delicious food.
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Gondolas with a capacity of 18 passengers depart at approx. one-minute intervals
Upper left: Owakudani Valley is also listed as one of the best spots in Kanagawa Prefecture's "Kanagawa's Top 50 Sights", Upper right: "Owakudani Station Restaurant", located on the second floor of Owakudani Station, offers spectacular views of the volcanic smoke, Bottom:
The "Owakudani Curry", ever popular since the restaurant's opening
|Sounzan Station
1300 Gora, Hakone Town, Ashigarashimo County, Kanagawa
+81-460-84-8439 on Saturday, Sunday and holidays
(9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.) (Japanese only)
|Opening hours
|9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (Closes at 4:15 p.m. from December to February)
Owakudani Station Restaurant
10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (Closes at 3:30 p.m. from December to February)
* Last orders are 30 minutes before closing time.
|Unscheduled holidays
* The ropeway may not be in service during bad weather or inspection and maintenance.
|● Round trip fare
Sounzan Station ⇔ Togendai Station
Adults (age 12 and over) 2,550 yen
Children (age 6 to 11) 1,280 yen
* Please check the website for other fares.
|● Owakudani Station Restaurant
Special "Owakudani Curry" 1,250 yen
Colorful curry with chunky vegetables 1,350 yen
Pasta with bacon, eggplant, and tomato 1,250 yen
|Sounzan Station: Take the Hakone Tozan Train from "Odawara Station" of JR Tokaido Shinkansen (via Hakone-Yumoto Station) for approx. 1 hour and 5 minutes, alight at "Gora Station". Take the Hakone Tozan Cable Car for approx. 10 minutes, and alight at the nearby "Sounzan Station".
updated on Sep 28, 2018
[wide area map]
- [sightseeing spots around "Odawara Station"]
- Other highlights around this station
Tokaido Shinkansen Stations