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Atsushi Takeuchi (Osaka City University)
Consider stochastic differential equations with jumps, which include the drift, the diffusion, and the jump terms. In this talk, we shall study the existence of the smooth density and its logarithmic derivatives with respect to the initial point of the equation, under some nice conditions on the coefficients and the L ́evy measure. Our approach is based upon the Malliavin calculus on the Wiener-Poisson space introduced by Picard and Ishikawa-Kunita. The key tools are the fundamental inequalities for semi- martingales, and the martingale representation theorem via the Kolmogorov backward equation for the integro-differential operator associated with the equation. The results obtained here reflect the effect not only from the diffusion term, but also from the jump term.
Nicolas Bouleau (Université Paris-Est - École des Ponts ParisTech)
We develop the Malliavin calculus for Poisson measures in the way of acting on the jumps size with general local Dirichlet forms. The construction that we present replace the Friedrichs method by a Monte Carlo argument. The choice of the gradient as a marked point process yields a very simple structure in terms of chaos and Fock spaces. We give a collection of remarkable formulas including the lent particle formulas for the gradient, the generator and the "divergence". We begin to study the celebrated functional inequalities in this framework.
Laurent Denis (Université d'Évry)
The lent particle method introduced in the previous talk by N. Bouleau, gives rise to a new explicit calculus and permits to develop a Malliavin calculus on the Poisson space in a simple way. In this talk, we shall first construct Sobolev spaces, study functional inequalities (Khintchine and Meyer inequalities) and establish a criterion which ensures existence of density and regularity of laws of Poisson functionals. Then, we'll apply it to solutions of SDE's driven by Poisson measure. We also shall consider non classical examples such as a new kind of (non linear) subordination for which the space of marks (bottom space) is infinite dimensional.
Vlad Bally (Université Paris-Est - Marne-la-Vallée)
We establish an integration by parts formula in an abstract framework in order to study the regularity of the law for processes solution of stochastic differential equations with jumps, including equations with discontinuous coefficients for which the Malliavin calculus developed by Bismut and Bichteler, Gravereaux and Jacod fails.
Nicolas Fournier (Université Paris-Est Créteil)
We present a probabilistic interpretation of the Boltzmann equation in terms of a jumping S.D.E. Based on this and on the Malliavin calculus for jumps processes intro- duced by Bally-Clément, we prove that the solution enjoys some regularization properties.
Josep L. Solé (Universitat Autonoma de Barcelona)
We will develop a Malliavin calculus for L ́evy processes based on a family of true derivative operators. The starting point is an extension to Lvy processes of the pioneering paper by Carlen and Pardoux for the standard Poisson process. Our extension includes the classical Malliavin derivative for Gaussian processes. We obtain a sufficient condition for the absolute continuity of functionals of the Lvy process. As an application, we will analyze the absolute continuity of the laws of the solutions of some stochastic differential equations driven by Lvy processes. The talk is based in a joint work with Jorge Leon (Cinvestav), Josep Vives (UB) and Frederic Utzet (UAB).
Thomas Simon (Université Lille 1)
We consider multidimensional Ornstein-Uhlenbeck processes with Lévy noise. Under a non-singularity assumption on the drift term, we give a NASC for the absolute continuity of the laws at fixed time. This condition is not time-dependent, contrary to infinitely divisible laws in general. It is expressed as a geometric condition between the drift, the Lévy measure, and the Brownian component. The proof relies on a suitable stratification method and basic control theory.
Alexey Kulik (University of Kiev)
The talk is devoted to the criteria, proved in [1], for a sequence of laws of $\Re^m$-valued random vectors $\xi_n, n\geq 1$, restricted to a non-trivial part of the probability space, to converge in variation. These criteria are formulated in the terms of a group ${\mathcal G}$ of admissible transformations of the basic probability space, and demand in particular that every component of $\xi_n$ is either $L_p$-differentiable ($p>m$) or a.s. differentiable w.r.t. ${\mathcal G}$. The difference between $L_p$- and a.s.- based criteria is essential; the latter one is more technically complicated and contains a specific assumption on the family $\{\xi_n\}$ to have uniformly dominated increments w.r.t. ${\mathcal G}$. On the other hand, the a.s.-criterion, unlike the $L_p$- one, typically leads to weak regularity assumptions on a model.
To demonstrate that difference and the intrinsic further applications, we consider Markov process $X$ solution to an Itô-Lévy type SDE driven by a Poisson point measure, and show that convergence in variation criteria, combined with natural Lyapunov-type assumptions, perform an efficient tool for proving following $\phi$-ergodic rates for the transition probability $P_t$ of the process $X$:
([2]; here $\pi$ is the invariant distribution). In that context, the $L_p$-criterion is applicable when the coefficients of initial SDE are smooth enough and either the Lévy measure of $\nu$ is absolutely continuous or the jump perturbations are additive. Otherwise, the $L_p$-criterion fails and one should imply the a.s.-criterion. Another field of applications is provided by the approach developed in [3], where a spectral gap property for the $L_2$-generator of the process $X$ was established in the terms of explicit $\phi$-ergodic rates both for the process $X$ and its dual one $X^*$. In that context, the a.s.-criterion is of essential importance because, even in the simplest case where $X$ is a Lévy-driven Ornstein-Uhlenbeck process, it's dual process follows an Itô-Lévy type SDE with discontinuous coefficients and hence can not be treated in terms of the $L_p$-criterion.
[1] A.M. Kulik, Absolute continuity and convergence in variation for distributions of a functionals of Poisson point measure, arXiv:0803.2389 (2008).
[2] A.M. Kulik, Exponential ergodicity of the solutions to SDE?s with a jump noise. Stoch. Proc. Appl. 119, 602 – 632 (2009).
[3] A.M. Kulik, Asymptotic and spectral properties of exponentially φ-ergodic Markov pro- cesses, arXiv:0911.5473 (2009).


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Financial Health of Cities is Connected to that of Residents
On Feb 9, the Urban Institute hosted a panel highlighting the interdependence of household financial security and city budgets. Researchers have found that even a small amount of savings dramatically reduces the likelihood of costly remedial support services and can improve income for local governments.
The panelists point out that cities and mayors, with their convening power, are "uniquely positioned" to interrupt the cycle of poverty. On the preventative side, zoning and licensing can be tools to reduce predatory payday lending. In addition, municipalities can limit court fees that often create an economic spiral for low-income people.
The National League of Cities has had some success with early identification and intervention for at-risk households by using data from unpaid utility bills to target residents for supportive services, such as tax assistance incentivized savings programs and financial coaching.
The panelists emphasize that it is important to define roles and desired outcomes to move beyond conversation toward action. Imbedding and integrating the program across city agencies can help it survive a change in administration. They advise starting at a neighborhood level, with private money to build evidence that encourages investment of public funds. Early inclusion of partners is essential since there is often "historic trauma" that must be overcome in order to build community trust between local governments and residents.
Benefits to cities include improved tax base, more timely payment of public utilities and the prevention of costly support services. Other widely shared benefits include increased rate of homeownership and entrepreneurship, which improve the local economy and stabilize communities.


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We invite you to fast with us on June 14th 2018 and join us for Iftar. "Iftar" is the meal served at the end of a day of fasting during Ramadan to break the day's fast. It is served at sunset during each day of Ramadan.
Ramadan is not just about fasting but also about giving back, prayer, and reflection. We ask that you join us in our journey to raise funds for The Palestanian Children's Relief Fund and Elman Peace Foundation. These organizations have proven to be reliable and have done great work thus far with specific regard to the youth.
-We hope that you will consider donating - but expect you to join us regardless!
The benefits of Fasting:
- It helps one to feel compassion for those who are less fortunate and underprivileged
- It allows one to build a sense of self-control and will-power, which can be beneficial throughout life in dealing with temptations and peer-pressure. Through fasting, one can learn to control their natural urges such as hunger and thirst, and thus are able to better resist temptations for things which are not necessary, such as drugs or other unhealthy or harmful substances and behaviors.
- It offers a time for us to "purify" our bodies as well as our souls, by developing a greater sense of humility, spirituality and community.
The Rules of Fasting:
- During the fast, abstain from all false talks and deeds. Do not quarrel, have disputes, indulge in arguments, use bad words, or do anything that is forbidden. You should try to discipline yourself morally and ethically.
Things that Invalidate your Fast:
- Eating, drinking or smoking deliberately
- The beginning of menstrual or post-childbirth bleeding
- Sexual Intercourse
however if you are not able to, the true spirit of the fast of the month of Ramadan is more than just abstention from a few things. It is a time of sustained, amplified effort toward spiritual perfection so try to
- Give alms to the poor and destitute.
Treat your parents and elders with respect.
Be kind and loving to your children and juniors.
Take care of and look after your relatives.
Keep from giving tongue to that which should not even be whispered.
Be compassionate, gentle and benign unto orphans so that after you, your children, if need be, receive the same treatment from others.
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Bags of vegetarian mince have been recalled over fears they may contain small pieces of metal.
Quorn Foods has asked customers to return any 300g packs of Quorn Meat Free Mince with a best before date of August 31, 2018 and the date code 136331, due to safety fears.
They have been promised a full refund if they return the item to the store from which it was bought.
The Food Standards Agency, which advertised the recall, said the product had only been sold at Tesco stores.
It said no other batches or different products from the manufacturer were known to be affected.


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Hi Everyone,
AudioMulch.com has just been updated with the addition of community patch sharing, a user-editable discography, various usability tweaks and an improved community home page. Dive in here:
Right now I'm announcing this only to the direct community. It's not exactly a secret, but I'd like you to try it out first. I'm also keen to bring the discography up to date before we announce more widely.
Patch Sharing
A place to share patches created with AudioMulch. You can share anything from a simple idea to a whole composition. Upload an AudioMulch .amh file, or a .zip file containing an AudioMulch document and sound files.
There are already a bunch of patches for you to try.
The AudioMulch discography lists released music made with the help of AudioMulch. Releases are listed at the request of their creator, or based on information from interviews and other published sources.
The discography has been dormant for a few years. Now it's been reinvigorated and you can add and edit your own entries. Please update your entries (see the guidelines first). If you need to update one of your existing entries just get in touch and I will give you access.
If you have any suggestions, or encounter problems with the website please email me at email@example.com or post to the web site forum at: http://www.audiomulch.com/forums/website-and-forums
Many thanks to Kit at Aeski for his steadfast dedication to the project, to Spectro for developing a bunch of new patches for you to try, to Mark N for his work on the discography, and to Pat, Sietse and Beno and Spectro for their help testing the new site.
As always,
Happy Mulching!


text: CountryMark Trains Emergency Responders on Pipeline Safety CountryMark News SuperUser Account Feb 05 2015 We are so GRATEFUL for the wonderful emergency responders throughout the five states where we are actively involved in oil and fuel production and distribution! These members of our communities work bravely and tirelessly to care for people in all types of emergency situations. Just this week, CountryMark employees Craig Rasnake and Ash Titzer met with more than 200 emergency responders in Washington, Indiana. These responders had great questions and we were happy we could share with them tips for preventing pipeline accidents and what responders can do to ensure public safety, if a pipeline accident does occur.


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The BZS is happy to include notices from other bona fide affiliated organisations hosting Zimbabwean arts events. When posted our subscribers are noted automatically about the forthcoming event. Please follow this site by including your email through the "follow button" on the front page. Please give at least two months notice to ensure inclusion. Details of events should be submitted normally on a printed flyer as we do not have space to include full details on this page. We can however upload a flyer for download and are happy to include legitimate verified ticket purchase links or links to a website. The BZS does not take responsibility for the accuracy of information displayed here or for problems relating to ticket purchases made through links on this page. Any outstanding issues must be referred to the organisers and NOT the BZS. The BZS does not provide any box office service for the sale of tickets.
Saturday 21st October 2017 Taste of Southern Africa Cultural Arts Festival
Venue: Brady Arts Centre, 192-196 Hanbury Street, E1 5HU, London (UK)
celebrating Black History Month. There'll be fun music workshops, delicious food and a fantastic marimba concert to round off the day! Workshops(10.30 to 18.00) & concert tickets and food from 18.00. Evening family concert 20.00hrs 22.30. are available from www.tasteofsouthernafrica.com


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District Offices, School Sites Closed Dec. 23 to Jan. 2
Building access will be limited during the winter break
APS administrative offices will be closed for winter break from Friday, Dec. 23, until Tuesday, Jan. 3, 2012. Students return to classes on Wednesday, Jan. 4. Schools will close for the break beginning Monday, Dec. 19.
For access to APS facilities during the break, staff members should call the APS Police Dispatch Center at 243-7712 to let them know they are in a facility. Normal access hours are from 5 a.m. to 8 p.m., Monday through Friday; and 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturdays and Sundays.
No access to schools is granted on Dec. 24, Dec. 25 and Jan. 1, except for previously scheduled community or student functions or for administrators, M&O employees , contractors or custodians.
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Beautifully Haunting
A series of cyanotype collages integrating elements of architecture and nature into a surrealistic vision.
Cyanotypes: Example of Stages
- The first print uses a positive transparency.
- The negative transparency is printed over the positive.
- Print 2 (the Negative) is mounted on a panel with an isolated and unified tinted ground. The ground color will be darkened in the distemper process. I add layers of tinted pigments to further enhance and bring forward certain elements from the darker layered ground. The final layers in encaustic add the needed finish to the cyanotype, leaving the observer to wonder if it is a photograph or a painting .
- "Balinese Woman with Glass #2" This image started with identical transparencies printed in the same order. The outcome of the print will always vary due to sun exposure and surface treatment, making each cyanotype its own unique print, a puzzle I look forward to.


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Agoracom interviews CEOs of small cap companies.
In this episode of the Small Cap CEO Interviews podcast, AGORACOM speaks with Goldspot Discoveries CEO and director, Denis Laviolette.
- Revolutionizing the mineral exploration business by utilizing machine learning to target on a regional and localized scale.
- Algorithm significantly decreases risk, while increasing the efficiency and success rate of mineral exploration.
- Will completely disrupt the investment decision model by using the Goldspot Algorithm to stake acreage, acquire projects and royalties, and invest in public vehicles.
- Machine learning investigates the creation of algorithms that can learn from and make predictions from big data.


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Motorcycle Dispatch Riders and Military Police from the 28th New Zealand (Maori) Battalion - Photograph taken by George Frederick Kaye, [ca 10 Feb 1944]
Reference Number: DA-05222-F
A motorcycle Dispatch Rider (DR) with two Military Police (MP) members, or Regimental Police (RP), from the 28th New Zealand (Maori) Battalion. Photographed near the New Zealand Sector of the Fifth Army Front in Southern Italy, February 1944, by George Frederick Kaye.
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1 image, related to George Frederick Kaye, New Zealand. Army. 2nd NZEF. 28 Battalion (Maori Battalion), Italy, Motorcycles, World War, 1939-1945 - Military personnel, Maori - Italy and Military police.
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World War 1939-1945 official negatives - DA Series, Reference Number PAColl-4161-08 (1313 digitised items)
New Zealand. Department of Internal Affairs. War History Branch :Photographs relating to World War 1914-1918, World War 1939-1945, occupation of Japan, Korean War, and Malayan Emergency, Reference Number PAColl-4161 (2071 digitised items)
Extent: 1 b&w original negative(s)Film negative. Horizontal imageSingle negative
Conditions governing access to original: Partial restriction - Negatives are not available for viewing. Surrogate copies will be provided. .
Other copies available: File print available in Photographic ArchiveWar History Collection(PFP-031022)
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I have been going through a few things lately never really making the time to do any new post, However I'm here right now. I like to live in the NOW! So here is a pic of some little creation I made up just to have a manni look appealing.
|some color blocking with polish with added sally hansen nail decals
|People Please excuse my cuticle i have been pealing them, These nails were done with my Conad disk


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Friday's snowfall created havoc for lots of motorists as an accident caused as many as 20 vehicles to go into the ditch on Interstate 35 north of Ames.
Snow began falling before 8 a.m. in the Ames area and continued throughout the day. The storm system crept a little further south than anticipated, dropping up to five inches of snow on Ames and Story County by the time it wrapped up late Friday afternoon, said Allan Curtis, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service in Des Moines.
The biggest problem was the series of crashes on I-35 near Story City.
Iowa State Patrol Sgt. Nathan Ludwig said it started south of Story City with a four-car accident, but it grew as road conditions worsened and other vehicles slid into the ditch. The wrecks spanned an area from mile marker 120 to the Ellsworth exit at mile marker 133.
"There's the accident and a lot of standstill traffic, but the highway is still open," Ludwig said mid-afternoon Friday. "I have not heard of any serious injuries or fatalities."
He encouraged motorists to stay off the roads if possible.
"You need to ask yourself, do I have to go out or do I want to go out?" Ludwig said. "If you do have to go out, slow down and take your time."
In Ames, accidents as a result of the Friday's storm were relatively few, said Ames Police Cmdr. Geoff Huff.
From 5 p.m. Thursday to 4 p.m. Friday, Ames police responded to seven accidents, four cars in the ditch, five motorist assists and one hit-and-run. He said those numbers are fairly low as it's not unusual for Ames police to respond to as many as 20 accidents during some storms.
What is unusual is that the city's snow ordinance had to be enacted for the first time in two years, Huff said.
"It kind of surprised us," he said. "This might be the most snow we've had in a couple of years."
Despite the inconvenience of the higher-than-first-forecasted snow totals, Curtis said the bitter, sub-zero cold that is coming is more of a risk.
"Calling it brutal might be nice," he said.
Temperatures overnight Friday were expected to drop below zero and stay there at least until Tuesday morning, Curtis said. With sub-zero highs and low temperatures expected to plummet to minus 20 both Monday and Tuesday mornings, wind chills could reach 40 below, he said.
He said frostbite begins to set in on exposed skin in under an hour when temperatures are in the single digits and below zero. Add any wind, and frostbit can begin to set in as little as 10 to 15 minutes, Curtis said.
"We're trying to hammer home that it's more than just a safety issue," Curtis said.
He added it's not unusual to have bitterly cold temperatures this time of year in Iowa, but to have three consecutive days of subzero temperatures is rare.
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Para militaries suffering PTSD and other stress related injuries are being treated like they are from a 3rd World Country. There maybe a conspiracy between Governments and those STAKE HOLDERS. The PM's do not receive any pensions - imagine taking away Politicians pensions?. So why don't PM's receive a pension after say 10yrs service, and/or 20 yrs etc. At the moment they don't receive anything except the scars on their memories. Currently this shows POOR leadership across the board. It is a National dIsgrace and needs to change NOW. TBC.
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Neo-Marxist postmodernists and 'identity politics'
Professor Jordan Peterson claims communist principles in postmodernism are being spread under the guise of identity politics. He believes postmodernists built on Marxist ideology, arguing that postmodernists "started to play a sleight of hand, and instead of pitting the proletariat, the working class, against the bourgeois, they started to pit the oppressed against the oppressor. That opened up the avenue to identifying any number of groups as oppressed and oppressor and to continue the same narrative under a different name....The people who hold this doctrine—this radical, postmodern, communitarian doctrine that makes racial identity or sexual identity or gender identity or some kind of group identity paramount—they've got control over most low-to-mid level bureaucratic structures, and many governments as well," he said.[35][36].
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The day has come to put to sea. Tomorrow I sail from Stanley, in the Falklands Islands, to South Georgia island, off Antarctica. I'll be traveling aboard Windora. She belongs to my friends Phil and Lynda Christiesen. We met years ago in New Zealand. It may be a while until you hear from me.
I know, in this era of easy communications, it's just assumed one person can talk to another where ever they are in the world.
Not so. Over the next months, I'll maintain little touch with the outside world. In these times of instant communication to and from any part of the world, that seems like a queer decision.
The reason I'm visiting South Georgia is to experience massive isolation. Sure, every year, a dozen or so cruising sailboat venture there. Even more chartered yachts and cruise ships visit on their way to Antarctica. They visit a few days – maybe a week – then head on. In most cases, they're bound to the outside world by satellite.
I don't want that. I want to absorb the Southern Ocean. Spend days or weeks sitting with penguins. Row to a glacier face and listen to it calving. Smell the belching elephant seas. And then…write it up in my journal. Or doodle out a letter and send it home. Yes, there is a letter box in Grytviken, South Georgia. Ernest Shackleton is buried half a mile way.
I want my attention span to grow back somewhere closer to where it was a few years ago – before Facebook, Twitter and selfies. And for that, you can't be constantly be checking email, tweeting or, if you're in remote areas, punching your way out via sat phone.
How will I do it?
We (Windora, Phil, Lynda and I) sail to South Georgia. We hope to spend two months there then head east toward Namibia or South Africa. Or wherever the wind or circumstance blows us. Maybe we finish in April. Or it could be May.
The final details are up to the southern ocean waves and winds to decide.
Hear from you when we get off the sea!
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Hi Bernie,
Hope all is well and smooth sailing. Pete and I recently returned from China. Snow today on the mtn 1-17. Smooth sailing here in NC. Pete and Sheree
— Pete and Sheree · Sunday January 17, 2016 · #
Bon Voyage my friend. I hope you get to read this before getting caught in a Kalahari sand storm!
— Bob Skelding · Monday January 18, 2016 · #
Hope all is well! Joe and I will think of you often during the next months. Hope to see you when you return to the mountains. Look forward to your program in the future.
Lynda and Joe Campbell
— Lynda Campbell · Tuesday February 2, 2016 · #
Hi, Bernie! Been awhile since I checked up on you and your adventures! Thongs are good here in Oklahoma. Getting ready to retire! Safe sailing, friend! Looking forward to the updates!
— Karla moore · Thursday February 4, 2016 · #
Checking up on you Bernie. Good for you. Hope your smooth sailing.
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One question we commonly get from visitors is about ghosts in the Homestead. We tell them that if there is a spirit, it is a friendly one and we believe it is Frances, Gideon and Mindwell's son that lived here with his family. Frances died suddenly in 1896, and his son, Gideon II died just six days later. Last week was the anniversary of these sad days. That may explain why I experienced a lot of unexplained incidents on Saturday.
We had a lively wedding and reception going on Saturday evening. The guests were coming in the back door and the front doorbell started ringing. Sean, the docent on that day, answered the door and no one was there. This happened two more times and quit.
Later on in the evening, there was the sound of an old-fashioned telephone ringing near the wicker porch. Everyone checked their cell phones – no one had a call and we never found the source of the ringing. It rang for quite some time.
Upstairs, I found the ceiling fan on in one of the offices. I had been up there earlier to use the copier and it was not on. OK, I guess, one of the guests may have come into the dark room, looked up and pulled the ring to start the fan. But it isn't likely.
About 9 pm I needed to get something out of a locked safe. The lock (the kind you push in) was engaged. I went to another part of the office to look for something else and when I glanced over at the safe, the lock was sticking out – unlocked. I was able to get into the drawer and I locked it, tested it, and checked on it later. It stayed locked.
People I've told this to tell me to start talking to the spirits and say they must like me! I don't feel threatened by them, but this is the first time I was a bit spooked! In the past, I would turn off all the lights before I leave and as I'm driving out, I see the light on in France's bedroom. We played a game with one of the pole lights in that room a few times too.
The woman that was the Social Director before me had several encounters with Frances. She claims that he caught her when she was falling backwards and that she saw a faceless figure in the hallway one night.
In the bedroom that we call the Girl's bedroom, there is a beautiful sleigh bed with a coverlet. There is always an indentation in between the pillows – even after you straighten the spread out. I joked that it is the ghost of a cat that likes to sleep there. A few months ago, I was going through some photographs that are on our computers and found a collection of photos of Tommy Granger, a big kitty that lived here in the 1930's. Now I know who it probably is!
I hope that the Granger Ghosts continue to make themselves known in friendly ways. I wish I could sit down and have a chat with them too.


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Hillary Clinton nodded along as a panelist says gunmakers are making domestic terrorists out of Americans. "It's a sobering fact," she said.
What's sobering is how stupid these liberals are.
Earlier she said Bernie is responsible for illegal guns in New York, claiming they came from Vermont.
You can hear Hillary scream about it in this video.


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Godspell - Skull & Shackles
Avatar of Besmara
Besmara (CR 30)
CN Medium Outsider (Chaotic, Divine); Divine Rank 4; Domains Chaos, Trickery, Water, War, Weather
Init +28; Senses ; Perception +46
Aura divine aura (40 ft., DC 42)
Languages all; remote communication
AC 60, touch 47, flat-footed 60; CMD 89; Miss Chance 54%
(+13 deflection, +16 Dex, +4 divine, +4 dodge, +13 natural)
hp 630 (30d10 + 330); DR 20/epic and lawful
Immune cold
Resist electricity 20, sonic 20; SR 44
Defensive Abilities improved uncanny dodge, uncanny dodge
Fort +32 , Ref +37, Will +30; evasion
Speed 60 ft.; water walk
Melee Cutlass 52/42 (1d6 + 25 plus 3d6 (cold) /17-20/x2 plus 2 Str and 2 Con)
Ranged pistol 50 (2d8 + 5 plus fireball /19-20/x3)
Space 5 ft.; Reach 5 ft.
Base Atk +30; CMB +50
Attack Options bounding assault, improved vital strike, sneak attack +15d6
Special Actions Corsair's feint
Spell-like Abilities (CL 34th):
3/day – control weather, control winds, elemental swarm (water only), flame strike (DC 32); fog cloud, power word blind, power word stun, storm of vengeance (DC 36), summon monster IX, time stop, word of chaos (DC 34)
At will – blade barrier (DC 33), chaos hammer (DC 31), cone of cold (DC 32), confusion (DC 31), greater teleport, planeshift _____________________________________________________________
SQ bleeding attack
Abilities Str 31, Dex 42, Con 32, Int 29, Wis 28, Cha 36
Salient Divine Abilities: Alter Reality, Divine Captain, Divine Dodge, Lay Curse, Power of Nature
Feats Bounding Assault, Combat Reflexes, Dodge, Epic Skill Focus (Profession – sailor), Improved Critical (cutlass), Improved Feint, Improved Initiative, Improved Vital Strike, Lingering Damage, Mobility, Power Attack, Rapid Reload, Spring Attack, Sneak Attack of Opportunity, Superior Initiative, Telling Blow, Vital Strike, Weapon Focus (cutlass)
Skills Acrobatics +63, Appraise +46, Bluff +50, Climb +47, Craft (carpentry) +46, Diplomacy +50, Escape Artist +43, Handle Animal +40, Intimidate +50, Knowledge (geography) +46, Knowledge (nature) +46, Knowledge (the planes) +46, Knowledge (religion) +41, Perception +46, Perform (sing) +45, Profession (sailor) +66, Sense Motive +31, Stealth +38, Survival +46, Swim +47
Possessions combat gear plus mithril +6 cutlass of icy blast , +5 keen dagger of wounding, Besmara's Pistol.
Besmara's bicorne provides her with a +10 competence bonus to Acrobatics and Profession (sailor) checks, as well as a permanent water walk effect.
Corsair's Feint (Ex): Once every 1d4 rounds, Besmara can make a feint attempt as a free action.
Sneak Attack: Creatures struck by Besmara's sneak attack must make a Fortitude save (DC 38) or be put to sleep for 1d4 hours, paralyzed for 2d6 rounds or slain. (Besmara's choice) A creature can only be affected by this once per 24 hours.
Sneak attack victims bleed for 15 points of damage per round and take sneak attack damage the following round. They cannot make attacks of opportunity for one round.
Besmara's attacks of opportunity and critical hits also deal sneak attack damage.
Summon Sea Monsters (Su): Once per hour, Besmara can summon 1d4 colossal monstrous crabs, 3d8 giant octopi or squid, 1d8 dragon turtles, 1d6 meglodons or 1d6 leviathans
Besmara's Pistol is a +5 pistol of distance which detonates a fireball (DC 25, caster level 20th) upon striking. Creatures struck with the shot do not gain a Reflex save against the fireball. The pistol holds two shots.


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Tanzania's Vision 2025 prioritizes economic growth through its mining industry.
To begin with, could you please provide us with an overview of the main milestones achieved by the ministry since your appointment in spring 2012?
SM: Last year, the ministry achieved a lot in terms of controlling and auditing production. We have also raised revenue collection to a surplus of 30 billion TZS after changing the royalty rate, which was previously 3% of the net profit, to 4% of the gross value, according to the Mining Act of 2010. We have also managed to control and minimize smuggling, especially of gold and tanzanite, by putting security measures in place at airports and other important borders. Through these measures, we have managed to recover 15 billion TZS worth of minerals.
What steps is the government taking to encourage local participation in the industry and ensure surrounding communities benefit from mining activities?
SM: Corporate social responsibility has improved a lot in the past year. AngloGold Ashanti, for example, which operates the Geita gold mine, has invested in the Geita region, constructing a water reservoir and distribution system in the region from Lake Victoria to the community. They have invested almost $6 million into the community. At one of African Barrick Gold's assets, North Mara, they have reallocated a school close to the mine and built two new schools, a hospital, water systems and road improvements. Both are paying service levies to the local authorizes, which allow local authorities to maintain the services that they provide.
Last year was tough for the mining operators; we were tough on our side trying to see what was happening on the ground after the change of leadership at the ministry. We came in with a different vision and we are trying to fulfill the mining industry's promises to the community. In the past year, they have improved their relationships with the community and taxes have been paid on time.
What do you foresee as the potential role of mining in the national economy?
SM: Mining's contribution to GDP has risen to 3.5% in 2012-2013 from 2.8% last year because the revenue collected increased. Mining is also contributing 50% to foreign exchange and we are looking to raise the bar up to 10% contribution to GDP by 2025 as the new mines start paying corporate taxes.
Going forward, in the gold sector, we do not have serious investment in terms of exploration. The big mines have cut their exploration budgets. African Barrick Gold used to finance $40 million in expansion projects, but now has cut its budget down to $18 million. The ministry is working to sit down with exploration companies to evaluate and analyze their performance to see how much money is being put in so we can have at least indications of the future growth of the industry. In minerals other than gold we have seen many more investments, such as the Dutwa nickel project, the Xstrata-Barrick Kabanga nickel project and interest in iron ore.
What steps is the government putting into place to foster long-term growth in the mining sector?
SM: At the moment we are trying to strengthen the state-mining corporation, STAMICO. We are investing into their assets; we have the Buhemba gold project near North Mara and we also have a joint venture project, Buckreef, in Geita. Through STAMICO, we are on the ground and working to develop the capacity and the capability of the industry to continue exploration and to build up primary data to help investors. We are also investing in the Geological Survey of Tanzania to equip them with technology. They just finished an airborne survey across the country and they are doing mapping of new areas, such as Singida and Dodoma in the central part of the country.
Furthermore, in the past year, the president has created two deputy minister positions within the ministry, to focus one on minerals and one on energy. This shows commitment from the government to put more focus on the sectors and move things in the right direction.
How is the government supporting small-scale miners to increase their contributions to the sector?
SM: Most mining projects are started by the smaller companies. They play an important role and we encourage the growth of small and medium-scale miners. We have formulated an association for small-scale miners and we are trying to raise awareness and educate them in the modern way of doing business. We are trying to pass on knowledge so that they can open to the capital markets, access funds and engage in workable joint ventures. We have a few companies that have engaged in this new model: a copper project in Mpanda, for example, has entered into a joint venture with a foreign company and they are doing very well.
What efforts are being undertaken to improve infrastructure development to facilitate mining projects?
SM: The government has a massive electricity project going on across the country. In the past one year we have raised the bar from 18% of the population with access to electricity up to 23% today. Our target is to reach 30% by 2015. For the Kabanga nickel project, which requires 40 MW, we have a project in place to connect that area to the national grid. We are also investing a lot in power generation using natural gas, constructing a pipeline from Mtwara to Dar es Salaam where we will be producing almost 400 MW from natural gas. We are also extending our road network to access the major mining areas, such as the central line going to Geita and Shinyanga, where there are many mining projects located. We also have a project underway to modify our rail line to standard gauge to have more capacity to carry tonnage.
Do you have a final message for our audience at African Mining Indaba about Tanzania as a mining destination?
SM: Tanzania is growing very fast in the region and it has the potential to become one of its largest economies in the near future with the discovery of natural gas and the big mining projects coming up. If you look at the level of FDI in the country in comparison to others in the region, it is a clear indication of where we are going. We have good policies that attract investors and we are working to harmonize the tax and legal regimes to create an environment conducive for investment. Our Vision 2025 is to transform the country into a middle-income country. We welcome investors to come to Tanzania. We are creating jobs, developing our workforce and trying to grow the economy by putting in capital.
This interview was conducted as part of the research conducted on African mining jurisdictions by Global Business Reports (GBR) as part of our partnership with African Mining Indaba LLC. The aim of this partnership is the production of the single most comprehensive intelligence report on the continent's mineral sector. The Official Mining in Africa Country Investment Guide, will be launched next February 2014, as the only official publication providing country-specific information at Africa's top mining event, the 2014 Investing in Africa Mining Indaba™ held in Cape Town, South Africa.


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India vs England 2016: Virat Kohli's masterstroke leaves Moeen Ali dumbfounded as DRS comes to India's rescue
The Decision Review System is being used for the very first time in India and the Indian players would be thankful they have finally taken the system into their fold.
Across the two Test matches, the DRS has come to India's rescue on at least 3 occasions and the decisions have been largely in the favour of the hosts. In what can be seen as a massive moment in the ongoing Test match, Moeen Ali was adjudged leg before wicket, even as he was charging down the stumps to a Jayant Yadav off break.
The ball hit his front pad first and then squeezed onto his bat. On-field umpire Kumar Dharamsena had enough doubt in his mind and gave it in favour of Moeen. However, Jayant had no doubt that the ball would go on to hit the stumps and persuaded skipper Virat Kohli to ask for a referral. Kohli was only waiting for the bowler's approval and decided to go for it.
The third umpire took a close look at the events and the ball was pitching in line, hit Moeen on the pads just within the stumps, and to the delight of the Indians went on to hit the leg-stump. What started off as a casual review resulted in the dismissal of Moeen Ali, who was the man of the match in the previous Test match.
The decision had to be reversed, and it was once again umpire Kumar Dharamsena who was under the scanner.
Former England skipper and commentator Nasser Hussain who was on air during the dismissal said, "In million years of playing cricket, you would never have got this out."
Under the laws formed by the International Cricket Council's, if a batsman is more than 2.5 metres away from his stumps, the distance between the point of pitching and point of impact has to be less than 40 centimetres.
On a pitch which is offering a little bit of assistance to the Indian spin bowlers, the combination of Ravichandran Ashwin, Ravindra Jadeja and Jayant Yadav have found their groove and are posing plenty of questions to the English batsmen. Also, the scoreboard pressure will be telling on the visitors, who have been pushed to the corner currently.


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Hot Stone Massage – Mt. Kisco
March 4, 2017
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This is S from Pune.
How are you? Hope things are fine there.
My BITSAT results have just come out and I have scored 240 marks. But the eligibilty criteria for the same is that one must score 80% in PCM in 12th Boards, which unfortunately I have not acheived. Actually, it was 70% till last year and this year they set the bar to 80% which is ironic because I have 70% in PCM this year.
I wanted BITS very badly, and so we are trying to get admission through management quota.So I was wondering if there is any management quota in BITS that we can avail of. If so, what is the procedure to get admission by management quota? Do you know any trustee, friend or person of authority who can help us out with this procedure? Can you suggest any other way to get admission? Please help me out in this matter. Your guidance is very important for us at this junction.
And here is my response
प्रिय xxxx
तुला निराश करू नये असे वाटते, पण या बाबतीत माझा पूर्ण नाईलाज आहे. BITS मध्ये 'कोटा' पद्धत नाही, फक्त त्यांच्या (माझ्या दृष्टीने चुकीच्या) ठरवलेल्या प्रमाणानुसार ते प्रवेश देतात. [I wish I would not disappoint you, but it is unavoidable. BITS does not have any quota system and they admit students on (in my opinion dubious) merit criteria]
This is utter bullshit, you know. Bright students like you should never be denied good college education and our monstrous government has achieved exactly this. I don't want to get into that right now, but this is not your fault but someone else's blunder. I am very sorry, but I went through something similar in my own student life and hated it myself (which is why I want to teach and start my own university.)
Please don't get discouraged or frustrated, I went through that phase as well. You will still do well, given your ability to work hard and excellent support structure you have at home and around. A better approach now will be to select a good college anywhere, and do something you like. I will suggest not to focus on engg (unless you know what you want exactly), but keep your options open towards science, economics, arts, whatever. It is unlikely anyone at your age can decide everything, another major fault of Indian system is that it does not allow any experimentation (to select and change stream if desired). So, you select now what you find the best, choose a college with a good library and laboratories (as I think it best). Then you are at least set to work on your own...


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Whether your loved one needs care in their home, a nearby assisted or independent living community or elsewhere, our custom home care services are provided in many settings.
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The Dementia Friendly Community program is a grass roots effort to train local communities in how to work with people who have dementia, understanding it's a symptom of a disease such as Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and others. In 2018, we've trained the North Chicago, Waukegan and Beach Park Fire Dept's.
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It starts by having the right people delivering the right services the right way. From the moment you call, we will work to understand your family's needs and listen to your concerns. We will create a custom care plan specifically for your loved one based on a thorough needs assessment. As your loved one receives care, we will stay in contact with you, keeping you updated on the care we are providing and how your loved one is doing. With our personalized care plans, managed by professionals, your loved one will always get the care they need.
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Thursday, August 12, 2010
Green Truck Convoy Carries Message
The convoy, which rolled through the streets of South Brooklyn, included trucks from several Brooklyn businesses utilizing green technologies and practices — including Quadrozzi Concrete, Greg's Express, Metro Fuel and Movers Not Shakers.
The convoy started from the SBIDC's Red Hook office, at 402 Van Brunt St., and ended at Sahadi Fine Foods, at 43rd and 1st Avenue in Sunset Park.
Local supporting not-for-profits on board for the ride included EWVIDCO, South Brooklyn Local Development Corporation (SBLDC), and UPROSE, an organization promoting environmental justice and sustainable practices, which drove its own highly decorated hybrid tour bus in the procession.
"Most residents aren't aware of local businesses' pro-active stance when it comes to the environment," says John Quadrozzi, Jr., president of Quadrozzi Concrete and the board member of SBIDC who envisioned and helped organize the convoy. "This is a fun way to demonstrate our commitment to providing essential services in the cleanest, most eco- and neighborhood-friendly way possible."
Interestingly, these companies have initiated green agendas on their own, without prompting from legislation or enforcement. Read Full Story
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Posted by Rho-Rho at Thursday, August 12, 2010
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We are very proud of our strong relationships with our clients and of our achievements.
Susanne Evans is a highly experienced HR professional with whom it has been a pleasure to work. As well as working together to support a local utilities company and a county council, First Class has jointly organised an event for the Pubic Sector with Feldspar Consulting Limited. Susanne is highly personable, reliable and deserves her excellent reputation. I would not hesitate to recommend her.


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ACROSI Yellow Gold & Green Tourmaline Ring
Serena Fox, London, United Kingdom
Serena Fox's unique collection of precious gemstones form the basis of her stunningly unique collections of jewellery. This opulent cocktail ring showcases a vivid deep green tourmaline gemstone which Serena has hand set into 18kt yellow gold, creating an eye-catching piece of statement jewellery.
Availability: In Stock
Estimated delivery date: Thursday, 20 December 2018
19mmW x 21mm L
18kt Yellow Gold
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Further stone details: Oval cabochon; 19x17mm; 29.09 cts
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If you answered YES to any of those questions, the ACS iAcademy might be the answer to meeting your child's needs and interests:
What is the ACS iAcademy
The ACS iAcademy is a complete virtual option that differs from the traditional brick-and-mortar school setting. The K-8 curriculum is provided through Acellus online courses. Virtual courses in grades 9-12 are available through three different platforms – Acellus, Odysseyware, and ACCESS. Standards-based content in mathematics, science, social studies, language and reading is provided in all grades. In addition, other electives or enrichment classes may be offered at all levels. At the secondary level, many electives are available beyond the required core, including courses such as advanced placement, foreign languages and career tech.
iFoundations K-3
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The dialogue with my gun-bearing friends continues. Most recently a long term friend of the family sent me this video of a very respectable sincere Dutch commander of troops, explaining his having chosen the gun as his career. It's part of the TED series, always well done and worth watching. The contrasting vision of how a Christian is called to counter violence is given in a potent video series of 10 minute lectures by Fr. Charles Emmanuel McCarthy. {see links below} Please consider taking time this coming Easter season to view both sides.
Can violence ever be truly conquered by violence? Is there really another way? In this Passion-tide, and forward in time, we have a choice between two images.
Either killing is part of being a faithful follower of Jesus and entering His kingdom—or it is not. Which will you choose? Which will you carry?
Along with Holy Week comes another significant date on the calendar, April 15th. Some of us in our area are attempting to make it Peace Not War Tax Day. {see our first video} As a couple Ande and I did not claim enough exemptions on the W-4 form to owe the government this April, so we still pre-paid for war, but less than the year before. Hope to do better next year. For more on war tax resistance & redirection for peace see the National War Tax Resistance Coordinating Committee, esp. their W-4 calculations pamphlet.
Videos on the unconditional, Nonviolent Love of Jesus, and its implications for us, by Fr. E. C. McCarthy
1. Gospel Nonviolence: TRUTH 2. Self Deception 3. Culpable Consciences 4. Christian Just/Unjust War Moral Theory 5. Untaught Christian History: War and the Contagion of Erroneous Conscience 6. Post Constantinian Christianity 7. The Church and War 8. Putting on the Mind of Christ 9. Gospel Nonviolence and the Right to Life
Illumination by Kathy Brahney
Illumination by Kathy Brahney


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Professional development course - taxation in developing countries.
Links to training notes, videos and presentations from the course
Earlier this year EPS-PEAKS ran a professional development course exploring applied economics of taxation in developing countries. This course was intended to deepen understanding of the profile and potential revenue base in countries at different stages of economic development and how poverty and growth impacts of different sorts of taxation policies and administrations. The course used a series of country case studies to identify trends and issues in relation to tax and will pose options and challenges of raising revenue from key sectors of the economy. The training notes, videos and presentations can be accessed via the attached document links.
EPS PEAKS. Professional development course - taxation in developing countries. EPS PEAKS, UK (2013)


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I believe the constant support, networking opportunities, and variety of work are the best parts of being an ISDR. Currently, there are only 13 ISDRs. Being a part of such a small group has allowed us to become like a close-knit family. Even though we all work in different buildings, we often get together to discuss our rotations and experiences. It is great being a second year, I have been able to share and give advice on my experience to help the 9 new ISDRs.
Also, I think the care and time the ISDR leadership team has given us is incredible. I have found that they truly want us to succeed and are willing to help in any way they can. I really enjoy our monthly ISDR meetings. I think it's a great way to learn what is new in the UPMC Information System Division, as well as an opportunity to share some of the projects we have been working on during our rotations. It is a wonderful way to get a full view of the Information System Division at UPMC, which I believe is definitely a great advantage.
Not only have I received support from my program, but also from my team members in my rotations. I think it has been an awesome opportunity to network with individuals. Not everyone has a chance to experience different aspects and individuals across the division. Upon graduating from college, I knew I wanted to use my skills in Information Systems to help people, but was not exactly sure how I wanted to do this. This program has given me the unique exposure to different people and various jobs, allowing me to see how my skills might be used to provide "Life Changing Medicine." This is a privilege! Overall, support, networking, and variety are truly the triple threat of the ISDR Program.
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These are not the most stable of times. More than ever in the history of the U.S., circumstances change, especially when it comes to our homes. Caught in the middle of all of this are our children. So, when it comes to offering a sense of security to our children in an uncertain world, familiarity in the home is key, starting in their bedroom, where simple consistencies in surroundings—added to a healthy routine—can make a big difference.
Here are some tips for decorating your child's room from Professional Home Planner Jack Thomasson, one of the lead designers of the HGTV Dream Home 2013 on Kiawah Island, S.C.:
• Linens make the bed—and can be more important than the bed itself. You know your child better than your child knows himself. Select a duvet or comforter in a simple pattern and color that are suited to your child, but not childlike or themed. Add a complimentary solid-color coverlet or blanket. Two sets of quality, comfortable white sheets and four (yes, four) pillowcases, and you're set for years with proper linen rotation. And don't forget about the pillow itself. Consistency in pillow firmness or softness can contribute to familiarity.
• Comfort colors. Pick a wall color that complements the linens you've selected, but make it a comfort color. Nothing too bold. And make it a rental-friendly paint color, which means that it would be acceptable in a rental situation where bold wall colors may not be permitted. A calmer color is better for resale, too.
• Line of sight. Getting into bed at night might be the only time your child sits still all day, and what you hang on the wall directly in front of their bed can leave a lasting impression with positive benefits. Use this wall to hang a piece of artwork with a calm and peaceful image, but not a childlike one. If you can invest in a piece of original artwork here, or create something personally, it may be something that they hold onto forever that will bring comfort to their home into adulthood.
"Other accessories can change as your child grows," says Thomasson. "By keeping the basics comfortable, calm and consistent, you'll create an environment that helps them feel content."
For families who may be moving into a new home, heed Thomasson's advice: Prepare the kid's room first. "This will send a message that they are your priority," said Thomasson. Paint the walls with their familiar color, make up their bed in the very same way that you always did, and hang their special artwork. So, even if nothing else in the house has been unpacked, their environment will feel familiar, bringing comfort and a sense of security from the very first night.
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The Crucible
Examples of how Abigail is vengeful?
Examples of how Abigail is vengeful?
Abigail wants to exact revenge on Elizabeth Procter. When John rebukes her advances Elizabeth wants to ruin John's wife in revenge.
Abigail: She hates me, uncle, she must, for I would not be her slave. It's a bitter woman, a lying, cold, sniveling woman, and I will not work for such a woman!


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The TC Electronic Ditto Looper is something on my want-to-buy list. I'm a fan of loopers – own the Line 6 DL4, Boomerang and RC-3 Loop Station. They all have plus and minuses just like any pedals out there. Points that catch my eye immediately about the TC Electronic Ditto Looper are the following.
– Size. I've been wanting a looper on my board, but frankly, room is tight at the moment. Also, in my current band, looping isn't a priority, so I like the fact that the profile is so small, I can add it to the board without pushing something off.
– Sound Quality. TC Electronic is a name that is all about quality… and specifically attention to the source signal. The Ditto Looper has True bypass and Analog-Dry-Through, which is very important to me.
– Simplicity. This pedal looks very simple. One knob for loop volume. One footswitch for recording and stopping. This is about as simple as it gets. I'm a little concerned about the 'stop' functionality. I never liked the RC-3's double tap to stop, and TC Electronic is using the same method. I have NOT heard any complaints though.. so this might be a smooth and easy solution. If you own a Ditto Looper.. please comment below and let me know what you think about the stop functionality!
Here is a complete list of features on the TC Electronic Ditto Looper:
- True bypass and Analog-Dry-Through
- 5 minutes of looping
- Undo / Redo function
- Unlimited overdubs
- 24 bit uncompressed high quality audio
- Ultra-small footprint, requires 9V DC adapter (not-included)*
Here is a great video (not necessarily a 'demo') of a guitarist (Kasper Falkenberg) showing it's capability. Video uploaded by tcelectronic:
Now, I'm pretty excited about this. The TC Electronic Ditto Looper is normally available for $130, but is currently on sale for only $106.98 at Amazon! Additionally, this ships for free as well. Not sure how long this price will last, but $24 off.. is good deal! If you're looking for a great looper (like me) this might be the opportunity you've been waiting for!


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Dona Paterna Alvarinho 2011
Grape varieties: Alvarinho (100%).
Region: D.O.C. – Vinho Verde
Year: 2010
Colour: Pale lemon
Aroma: Pronounced youthful aromas of pine, lime, bay leaf. Lovely
minerality and stone fruits such as white peach and nectarine are evident.
Taste: The palate is vibrant, elegant and complex. The crisp yet
beautifully balanced acidity is immediately noticeable and this flows nicely
into a rich palate that shows lovely hints of greenness. The clear underlying
minerality and palate weight resulting from fine lees stirring post ferment add
to the complexity. The finish is long and engaging.
Vinification: Destemmed, crushed, pressed and settled. Between 12-24hour
skin contact in the press. Long cool fermentation. 20% aged in old French
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The Imperial Bathroom Company are a British company with very British values.
Situated in Aldridge, a historic town in the heart of England famed for its rich history of clay and brick production, they thrive to keep local craftsmanship alive.The team of time-served craftsmen utilise skills passed down by generations to make beautiful bathroom products from wood, clay and other natural materials. For added piece of mind, all of their ceramic-ware carries a lifetime quality guarantee, so you can enjoy your new Imperial bathroom suite safe in the knowledge that it will last for many years to come.
Imperial collections are for those who truly recognise British-made quality and individuality when they see it. The kind of hand-crafted perfection that no mere machine alone can truly replicate. You only need to take a close look at the finish of any piece of Imperial ceramic-ware and you'll discover a flawlessly smooth surface beneath layer upon layer of Imperial's brilliant glaze. This level of quality extends across our entire range, from hand-crafted bathroom furniture that's made the traditional way with jointed solid wood and genuine wood veneers, to the reassuring strength and weight of our brassware, which is manufactured from cast brass to last a lifetime, or more.
Imperial is an internationally recognised brand, supplying customers in over 55 countries around the world with "British" Manufactured products.Imperial is one of the only four British Bathroom Sanitaryware manufacturers left in the UK with Imperial being the only independent one.
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I have great news for you, something that you will love. I'm so excited! So I'm not going to prolong the suspense (and you saw the image so ..).
I am pleased to inform you that : The Colors of Summer Hunt has begun! YaY! You will find all the
helpful Links below for more infos about this great summer hunt.
The hunt will end on August 28th so you'll have two weeks to collect all the items offered by the 24 wonderful designers participating in this event.
Have fun and good luck!
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Atooly Hunts Blog – Here
Atooly Hunts inworld group : secondlife:///app/group/372cb0cd-bbc1-df23-ea2f-9df73a6ca0bf/about
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Twin City Nights
Hank McCory
Things True
- Hank is said to have had ties to the irish mafia in the early 20th century.
- He has a reputation of being 'by the book' for better, or for worse.
- Hank recently destroyed an Assamite that was hired to kill him, leaving the dust in a urn on his office desk as a reminder to visitors.


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New Delhi: Delhi BJP chief Manoj Tiwari accused Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal of failing to deliver on his poll promises that he would improve education, health and public transport systems and eliminate corruption
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Tiwari claimed that during his public contact programme he and other leaders of his party encountered several questions for which they seek answers from the AAP government.
He said there was a huge shortage of teachers in government-run schools in Delhi while deputy chief minister Manish Sisodia was spending crores of rupees on publicity claiming improvement in education and on parents-teachers meetings.
He claimed that the Aam Aadmi Party government has taken no concrete steps to strengthen the public transport system.
Tiwari said the Delhi government claimed that its 'mohalla clinics' and government hospitals were being globally acclaimed but people were "frustrated" with the conditions in government hospitals.
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Geoff Laughton is a Relationship Expert, known as Your Relationship Architect. He is also the author of the internationally best-selling books Building a Conflict-Proof Relationship and Built to Last: Designing & Maintaining a Loving, Lasting and Passionate Relationship.He is a speaker, retreat leader, and sought-after relationship coach serving people across the world. For the last 21 years, he's been teaching couples & individuals how to design and build the conscious, extraordinary relationship and life they truly desire. He is also the CEO and lead facilitator of The Evolving Man men's awakening work.
In a world where far too many people settle for what they believe is the best they can get, Geoff is devoted to guiding and mentoring people in how to have love relationships that expand connection, healing, and harmonious connection with those dreams that people have simply neglected and/or forgotten.
To-date, Geoff has worked with thousands of private clients and couples; has led over 300 workshops; has facilitated numerous life-altering retreats around the country for men, women, and couples; and has spoken at numerous live and online events.


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Genius is a book about a genius competition involving the 200 smartest teens and children in the world. The concept of the game is to outwit and outsmart the rest of the teens while working under brutally tough conditions.
The cast consists of Rex, an American, Tunde, a Nigerian, Painted Wolf, a Chinese girl, and Kiran, an Indian CEO. Honestly, this is possibly one of the most character rich books I have read in a long time. Each of these four teens have a very complex personality and unique story that are all easily decipherable from each other. The way their stories interact and weave through each other is very well done, and the diversity of their experiences is very fascinating.
However, the characterization may be the only thing about this book that is worthwhile. It is a fast-paced thriller, but I think the author wrote it as fast as it was designed to be read. There are many gaping plot holes that even through suspending my disbelief were extremely hard to get over. For example, of the 200 brightest people on the planet under 18, 5 of them are under age 9. Even if this was true, I have a very hard time believing that one of the minor characters, an 8 year old, would be an expert in engineering that has captured the attention of a small private corporation in India.
I zipped through this book and enjoyed reading it most of the time, but the more I thought about it, the more it bothered me. Diagrams are frequently used as substitutes for poor description, pictures portraying characters do not match the text descriptions of them, and the actual nature of the competition is not fully explained, and I'm starting to doubt if it will be even with the likely sequel that this will spawn.
You may have noticed the cover image at the top is very difficult to read. I did this on purpose. A renowned author was heavily praising this book, and I simply don't think it is worth being tricked into thinking this is a must read book. It is a nice and easy thriller, but I don't think it deserves as much attention as it is trying to garner.


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It is so cold where I live, not to mention my poor hands have been cracking, especially around the nails. It's been so painful and overall rough. But I have found something so amazing, I had to share!
For a Birchbox sample, I received a Camille Beckman Hand Therapy lotion. It was super tiny, but fit comfortably in my purse. I took it on a business trip with me and really loved it. I gave it to my mom when I returned so she could try as well and she fell madly in love. She ended up ordering a full size bottle and was so excited she was sharing it with me. She raved and raved about it and told me how amazing it was. She even felt that it made the wrinkles in her hands disappear! I'm not sure how factual that is, but it goes to show how much she loves it.
Come to find out, she ordered the foot cream, not hand cream! Haha, too funny, but still amazing stuff. She ended up ordering the actual hand therapy cream once she realized her mistake. Again, she was madly in love with it. She even made me up sample bottles to take home with me.
For Christmas, she gave both me and my sister-in-law this sample pack in our stockings:
"Camille" (pictured below) is my favorite scented one!
What I love about these lotions is that they are thick and creamy. They also absorb into the skin very quickly and don't leave your hands or fingers greasy. These creams contain Aloe Vera, Vitamin E, Glycerine, Almond Oil and Botanical Extracts. My hands have never felt soooo soft and non-greasy after using products like these. I've been a huge fan of my Josie Maran Argan Oil Balm, but I have to say, this hand therapy by Camille Beckman is superb and I am definitely sold on these products.
I loved that my mom got us these samples to try because you can try out the top selling scents and see which one you prefer before committing to larger sizes. She has tons of scents on her website and truthfully, all that I have smelled have smelled great! I also like how petite these are. I can just chuck them in my purse and use throughout the day.
This was a great find and I'm extremely thrilled about these and am looking forward to exploring Camille's other lines as well.
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Portuguese poet. Born c. 1485, died 1558.
A visit to Italy from 1521 to 1526 allowed de Miranda to meet such luminaries as Ludovico Ariosto and Pietro Bembo, and to receive copious inspiration - inspiration that he took back with him to Portugal, where he near-singlehandedly renewed Portuguese poetry and literature.
The form and language of the Italian Renaissance poetry affected de Miranda's poetry deeply. He imported characteristic Renaissance genres and poetic forms, such as the dekasyllabic sonnet - a form that he applied with particular talent. However, his most original and important works were kept in the local traditional pentasyllabic meter.
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A great day.
Hello again!
The user "Strangletusk" on the forum Ownedcore.com recruited me on WoW a couple of weeks ago, and the recruited account is the one that I'm botting my new toon on. I didn't think the "3x EXP" bonus still was active, but apparently it was. Me and Strangletusk made new characters and began leveling. When we hit level 35, i logged on my warrior which i had botted to level 70 alone and granted Strangletusk 35 levels. We were now both were level 70 and the triple experience madness had began. I leveled by hand along with Strangletusk from level 70 to 81 in only one day.
And there is even more great news!
I found an old electric piano in the addict and sold it for 220 euro. With the money I upgraded from one, to three screens! World of Warcraft becomes even more beautiful than what it usually is, trust me!
http://i826.photobucket.com/albums/zz188/Seb_Ferraro/Gaming/WoW/WoW2012-08-2513-57-19-69.jpg ~ a screenshot of the docks in Stormwind with 5670×1080 resolution
But I know that WoW isn't made, nor at all optimized, for the use of three screens. All the windows in the game (such as the trade window), the party frame and the character frame are in the complete left end of the screen. The map, and so on, is on the complete right end of the screen. This is annoying since you must turn your head in order to see who to heal, read quest objectives and so on. But I found an quite easy fix to these problems. The addon "move everything" made it possible for me to move everything to the center of the screen.
Today was a good day!
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As per the definition, Gynaecology is the branch of medical science which deals with women's diseases and medical conditions. This include complaints ranging from menstrual problems to uterine fibroids, ovarian cysts and cervical polyps.
Consultant gynaecologists at Global Hospital also provide advice on contraception and disorders of early pregnancy.
All sorts of hysterectomy, laparoscopy and colposcopy are performed at Global Hospital & Research Institute.


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Kathan Kamps is a family owned property with 12 cabins on the shores of the Great Sacandaga Lake in upstate New York. We find that most of our guests are friends or family members of current or former campers. Kamps have fully furnished kitchens including microwaves and coffee makers. They also have fireplaces, indoor bathrooms, electricity, screened porches, charcoal grills, picnic tables, and outside chairs. Swimming beach offers dock and floating dock as well as beach chairs. Boats available for use are rowboats, paddleboats, canoes, kayaks, and small sailboats.
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Rheinhardt poured a healing draught down Kinstaag's throat and Kinstaag's eyes popped open with the fire of pure hate. He got up and charged across the cavern toward Vorrik Foulhammer, the Oathbreaker. Vorrik sent the two piles of ambling bones, which formerly were proud Dwarves, toward him. "What's the matter nephew? Yes, I know who you are … and what you are.", Vorrik cackled, "and like many before you, you'll take it to your end." Another skeleton arose from the stream running through the cavern, right next to Geddragg.
Old Man Rheinhardt, with a burst of speed, rushed Vorrik with a surprisingly fast attack while Kinstaag and Salvik held off two skeletons and Geddragg and Link battled the third. Gozbert rained magical missiles toward Vorrik and Natina aided and assisted where needed.
Vorrik blinded the Old Man, but not so much that he didn't get in one lucky last swing before he stepped out of reach. It was obvious that Vorrik, unprepared as he was, had luck on his side. Things were not going well for him and he tried to silence Gozbert as another missile stung him. Another lucky swing from the Old man as one of the skeletons was decimated by Kinstaag …. Vorrik stepped into the water at the end of the cavern, deeper and deeper until only his head showed, chanting a spell. As his head disappeared beneath the the water the final skeleton collapsed. All bones were quickly dispersed and the skulls crushed.
The lake at the end of the cavern, collected the water from the stream that flowed through the caverns, but didn't grow larger … there must be an underwater outlet, they surmised. Natina, anchored by a rope, swam down to check out the water below the surface of the lake. A narrow underwater tunnel with strong current flowed out of the cavern. The rope was not long enough to explore far, so Natina returned, nearly drowning in the process. Geddragg and Rheinhardt scattered the bones of the fallen Dwarves, smashing the skulls of each one and gathering what little they wore. Each had brigantine scale and a war hammer, one had a single bracer which Kinstaag identified as being that of a royal guard from Karak Varn, a Dwarven hold that had fallen to the Night Goblins several years before.
Natina and Salvik explored the shallow end of the lake. Salvik finding an un-natural drop off near one cavern wall with a weak current flowing down the drop off. Natina, again, swam down and through a carved tunnel and up into a room of worked stone. There was machinery here. Gears turning, levers moving, slowly turning, their silent purpose unknown. Above, she saw a ladder leading out of the water, a table, some shelves, possibly Vorrik's study. She swam back to inform the rest.
Upon hearing of the room, they decided to go and investigate. Natina swam back with the rope and tied it off so the rest could pull themselves along rather than trying to swim it. Salvik, Geddragg and Gozbert followed, the rest remained behind in case Vorrik returned. A metal grate separated them from a large paddle wheel of an even larger machine and a ladder anchored above let them climb up to the room. The room was dimly lit by natural light finding its way down through a crack in the ceiling that must eventually lead to the surface. The room itself was only about 20 feet square, with 1/3 of it taken up by the machine and the underwater passage opening. in the remainder was a large work desk, chair and book case. This had obviously been a natural cave at one time that had been worked into a room with flat floors and walls.
The desk was covered with papers, scrolls, maps and diagrams. Geddragg quickly set about putting as many as he could into scroll cases to transport out. Gozbert went to the shelves of books and quickly took 3 large books (one was Vorrik's spell book, which Gozbert did not tell anyone that he recognized) into his oilcloth ruck sack and wrapped it tightly for the swim back. Salvik jammed pieces of table and anything he could into the slowly rotating gears to jam and stop the great machine. Then he managed to break one of the paddles on the paddle wheel. Geddragg saw what Salvik was doing and joined in, wedging a dagger into an area between two gears. It was time to go. First Salvik, then Geddragg and Gozbert and finally Natina, who untied the rope and brought it with her.
Fairly secure in their feelings that Vorrik would not be returning. Geddragg pulled out the scroll cases to look at their contents and urged Gozbert to do the same. Gozbert hesitated saying, "don't you think it better that we wait until we get back to town?" Geddragg didn't wait. He pulled out and quickly sorted into piles, letters here, maps there, drawings of machines in another pile. The maps were of the Moot, south to Black Fire Pass and east to the Worlds Edge Mountains … including parts of Sylvania. The drawings included one of a dwarven war machine, some sort of a steam powered cannon, but the ink was smeared in places by water. Another was of the machine in the cavern room that might be a pump of some type. Yet another was …..
… <clink><clink-clank-clunk> … the sound of metal dropped on stone, most likely down a steep embankment … like the WATERFALL ROOM! The party quickly positioned themselves for a battle as a flickering light grew in the passage ahead.. "HALLOOOOO!" cried a voice. "CAN YOU HEAR ME? YOU WERE NOT HARD TO FOLLOW!" The voice sounded familiar, a high pitched voice of a Halfling ….. Tilivan, the witch hunter strode down the tunnel.
"You have come a long way since last we met.", he said. Caravan guards to witch hunter to constable and deputies. Hmmmm, (he stares at Geddragg) what is that item in your pack there, Geddragg the Dwarf? You know, playing with the winds of magic will get you burned. I am not at task to ferret out Dwarven magic, but be well warned … all magic is evil. Now, what leads you to this foul smelling place?"
The party explains what has transpired, the documents they recovered and the books, as Gozbert is again urged to unearth his find, but when the secret room of a necromancer is mentioned, Tilivan says, "It must be destroyed!" and before they can stop him, he drops his pack, pistols and powder, grabs two sealed pottery containers from his pack (recognized as some sort of bomb) and jumps into the water.
Geddragg and Gozbert quickly gather up their scrolls and books and ready themselves for a hasty retreat as the room shudders with the sound of an explosion, just as Tillivan emerges from the water. "I think it may be more prudent to go over your finds back in town", he said. "This place is evil!". The group explained Vorrik's escape and possible return and Tilivan said, "Not if I drop the ceiling in on that tunnel. You get started on out, I should be right behind you."
The party retraced their path out of the cavern with no mishaps, as they proceeded, Geddragg noticed that there was less dripping and the stream seamed smaller than when they entered. When they reached the cavern door, the sound of an explosion rang through the cavern. The door was wide open and . Not 'held open by a log', but wide open. Nothing was trying to close it now. Geddragg figured out that the pump below must pump water up to this door to make it shut and lock automatically. About this time, Tilivan came running out of the cavern. They shut, "locked" and blocked the door before returning to town.
On their walk to town, they told the story of Sty Lum, The false priest, the stone and grave, After being told of the grave stone that read "I'm a spie for Dwarf", Tilivan chuckled, glancing at a tiny mark exposed on Kinstaag's shoulder, "Looks like this town is a veritable trove of spies!. Kinstaag adjusted his stance to cover the mark, but not before Gozbert and Geddragg noticed it also. (Secret signs for the win) On arrival at the constable's office, Natina checked the prisoner, who appeared to be asleep. Thinking he was faking, she made a few comments to the group concerning him with no reaction. Geddragg got his jail cell key (remember, only HIS key works in this lock) and opened the cell door. The prisoner was dead with a dart in his neck, most likely thrown from the cell window above.
"You folk just aren't very good at this, are you?", Tilivan wryly asked. First you go after a witch, who escapes. Then you arrive here and my friend dies and you let his murderer escape. Then you find out about a necromancer, and you let HIM escape!", his voice becoming more agitated. While Link and Salvik checked outside for clues, Geddragg offered to throw the runestones and ask for guidance toward the killer. Tilivan excused himself from the casting and went outside muttering about Dwarven magic.
Geddragg tossed the runes and interpreted the reading as "Beneath the stone". They all concluded it was the Headstone above hidden room that they had been led to by a similar phrase. They all, except Kinstaag who was too banged up, ran to the cemetery and the stone. Link saw fresh prints from a horse that had been tied there. Gozbert opened the stone and looked down. There were fresh muddy prints at the bottom. Link went to follow the horse tracks toward the forge while Gozbert went into the hidey hole. A torch was still lit from whoever was recently here and on the floor was not one, but two corpses. The original one, nearly a skeleton, and the corpse of the Halfling farmer that was part of the council of elders.
Thus ends PART I of Trouble in the MooT
Those that didn't use RP to get advancements not offered by their profession SHOULD now have finished their first profession. NOW is the time to be looking for you next profession. It will take 200 RP to start your next profession and an appropriate amount of time. If you choose now, it can cut down on the in game time to learn your new profession while you earn those 200 RP. Let me know your choices (they don't have to be public knowledge). Also remember a couple changes now that you are past your first profession.
1) Each advance is 200 RP now
2) No party RP from here forward. You only get RP when you attend a session.
It is great GM'ing for this great group. …. Vance
…..to be continued!


text: Another lesson over the weekend. I was hunting wolves and cats and spotted a shootable cat. It's a long story so I will cut to the point- 600 yard shot. Backside of mountain and back side of wind direction. The wind mainly had been, as facing down the finger/ravine, blowing left to right and it was gentle (3-4 mph). During my hold and target area observation it appeared the wind was NULL in this protected area. ?? Sent it, the hit was 6-9 inches left. Cat was slightly angled toward me. When I got to the area I noticed the wind was now right to left and coming up the ravine. Should have held 1 moa right, from my new calculations. Later I shot uphill at 900 yards. When I took the wind reading at my spot it was right around 6mph (2.6 moa) but a little gusty. Wind was right to left. As I hiked up the slope I was trying to take note of the wind but it was minimal in most spots, until I got close to the target. At the strongest point it was 8mph. My impact was vertically good, horizontally it was left 9-12 inches. I needed 3.4 moa according my program based on 8mph vs the 6 mph I input. The strike and the new calculation look about right. When I got the saddle, above this test shot, the wind was 12. Crap. I am not new to the mountains of course but reading wind for hunting game seems significantly different than shooting. I have noticed all sorts of weird things with the wind lately such as the way it builds up, holds it's breath, then lets it go. I call it flushing. I see rivers do the same thing behind a rock. Is there a good site that helps describe wind flow and mountain terrain? I am feeling pretty inadequate and need a better wind reading education.