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If you live in the New England area this is a great way to taste wine for a worthy cause:
Raise Your Glass for Jimmy presented by the Jimmy Fund Council of Greater Boston
Wine tasting event is Wednesday, Sept. 25
Raise Your Glass for Jimmy presented by the Jimmy Fund Council of Greater Boston will take place in the Main Ballroom of The Liberty Hotel in Boston on September 25 from 6 to 9 p.m.
Admission to the event includes hors d'oeuvres and live music. Enjoy a variety of wines with a good selection of whites and reds to appeal to all palettes. Participating wine vendors include M.S. Walker, Horizon Beverage, Plymouth Bay Winery, Federal Wine & Spirits, Gordon's Fine Wines & Liquors and August West Wines. All proceeds support adult and pediatric cancer care and research at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.
This event will also feature a wine drawing (buy a chance for $35 and you are guaranteed a bottle of wine worth at least $25) and a silent auction with a trip to a vineyard in Sonoma, Calif., including airfare, several large format wines, a four-course chef's tasting menu for four at Strega worth $500, and many other great items.
Tickets for this event are $50 per person, and include a $25 gift certificate for Tresca, donated by Tresca restaurant, for the first 150 guests at the door. Tickets are available at www.jimmyfund.org/raise-your-glass or visit the Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/events/595784407132064/

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Supporting your riding by eating seasonally can maximise your nutrient intake, supporting health and performance.
Indeed, buying produce local to your area and in season ensures that it is always very fresh and therefore more nutritious than foods picked when they are under-ripe, ripened artificially or transported many miles.
While research suggests that organic produce does not necessarily provide a higher intake of nutrients, it will, however, certainly have been exposed to fewer chemicals, and a combination of seasonal local organic produce is likely to provide the most benefit to your cycling and general wellbeing.
Eating super seasonal foods in the spring will give you a nutrient boost and can add a little more variety to your usual menu. Opting for our 'best eaten' suggestions or simply adding to your regular dishes, you can minimise nutrient loss by preparing them just before cooking. You can buy from your local greengrocer, and if you're not already doing it, you might want to try growing your own next year. Here's our pick of superfoods to put a spring in your step.
1 – Spring green cabbage
Fragrant and nutty, spring green cabbage can be used raw in juices or salads, or steamed or stir-fried to retain maximum nutrients in cooking.
With an average portion providing over the daily recommended nutrient intake (RNI) for vitamin C and also rich in vitamins A and E, cabbages provide plenty of antioxidants to help your body stay well and cope with the demands of training.
Best eaten Combining cabbage with bamboo shoots, celery, onion and a teaspoon of olive oil can transform your everyday cabbage into a stir-fried delight. Add a little lemon juice and pepper on serving to complete your side dish. With anti-microbial and anti-inflammatory properties too, cabbage will promote recovery and soothe indigestion should you suffer from it. Including cabbage in your weekly spring menu is a good idea.
2 – Broad beans
Broad beans, also known as fava beans, are a great source of iron and protein. Ideal for vegetarians, they contain plenty of fibre to keep the digestive system healthy and are great at promoting a favourable blood pressure, providing plenty of potassium.
Containing L-dopa, a chemical the body uses to produce an important neurotransmitter involved in mood control and motivation, dopamine, you may even be keener to get on the bike.
Broad beans have anecdotally been used as a natural alternative to Viagra due to the link between L-dopa production and libido, so they could be a handy ingredient to increase your activity level off the bike too!
Best eaten Eat as soon after purchasing as possible or keep in the refrigerator to reduce flavour and nutrient loss. Broad beans simply need to be shelled and blanched in boiling water for two minutes. Removing the outer skins reveals the bright green velvety bean inside which is perfect for salads, soups, casseroles or risottos. Mushed into a paste, broad beans are great for stacking your main meat or fish on top of for a romantic meal.
3 – Asparagus
Asparagus is rich in vitamins C and E, and the antioxidant glutathione.
Helping to reduce the risk of upper respiratory tract infections, this makes it a perfect food for an endurance cyclist.
Containing plenty of vitamin K, which promotes blood clotting, asparagus is heart healthy too.
As it contains purines, however, which increase the uric acid content in joints, you may want to avoid this spring favourite if you suffer from gout.
Best eaten Dipped into a boiled egg for breakfast, wrapped in smoked salmon for a tasty and nutritious snack or simply served on the side of your main dish with lemon and pepper to taste, asparagus can also be added to soups to benefit from its nutrients.
4 – Cauliflower
Cauliflower can bring back memories of school dinners, but cooked properly it can be tasty as well as nutritious.
Low in calories and rich in fibre, cauliflower will fill you up while supporting your health. Rich in folic acid, this is a good choice for female cyclists planning for pregnancy or in the early pregnancy period, but for the rest of us is a great seasonal vegetable too, helping to lower cholesterol and support the immune system due to its vitamin C content.
Best eaten Add to a soup or roast with cumin and coriander and a squeeze of lemon for a tasty crispy treat or parboil, roast and then sprinkle with parmesan cheese for a lighter way to enjoy cauliflower cheese.
Alternatively, if you're looking for a spicier kick to your cauliflower, chop and combine with onion and a fresh green chilli and stir-fry until the cauliflower is firm to bite.
5- Strawberries
You may have to hang on until late spring for local strawberry produce but it'll be worth the wait, with strawberries providing a tasty dessert at a time when the weather is usually looking up too.
Great for cleansing the digestive system due to the high fibre content and with their antioxidant phenols also shown to ease arthritis and asthma, while other phytochemicals help to keep both the urinary tract and heart healthy, there is every reason to celebrate late spring with strawberries.
Best eaten The classic of strawberries and cream is hard to beat, but for a lighter option why not opt for some low-fat Greek yoghurt and a teaspoon of honey?
Great for adding to breakfast smoothies or as a post-ride smoothie, simply add 150-200ml of your favourite fruit juice, a banana and a scoop of whey or soy protein for a tasty recovery option.
6 – Peas
Fresh peas are one of the richest vegetable sources of iron, helping cyclists to avoid anaemia or low iron stores. They also contain a good amount of B vitamins to assist with energy production.
Rich in soluble fibre, peas are a heart- healthy option and provide a steady release of energy to support appetite management and stable blood sugar levels. Peas are also surprisingly rich in protein, providing around 7g in a typical serving.
The green pigment in peas, chlorophyllin, is also health-protective due to its antimutagenic effects, providing the first line of defence against many carcinogens in the human diet. So peas are all-round excellent for health, energy supply and can even assist your protein requirements for recovery.
Best eaten Best eaten on the day of purchase – or even better on the day of picking – they can be served on the side of your main dish or can be added to soups or crushed into a paste to be spread onto sandwiches, crispbreads or bruschetta… and there's nothing better than a squidgy fish and pea sandwich with a bit of tartare sauce!
7 – Rhubarb
Rhubarb, our second sweet food in the super seven, is actually a vegetable, although often treated as a dessert fruit in cooking.
Rich in vitamin C, fibre and calcium, it's another good, healthy choice and eating at the peak of its season will ensure you get the most of its goodness.
Best eaten The main issue with rhubarb is its tartness. Most rhubarb recipes are for a crumble or pie of some sort, with quite a bit of sugar.
Although this is fine occasionally, if you want to enjoy cooked rhubarb more regularly you might want to combine it with orange juice and cinnamon and perhaps just a sprinkling of sugar. Alternatively it works quite nicely with natural yoghurt and a little honey. Delicious.
How to make …
Asparagus and courgette risotto
Delicious, nutritious and easy to prepare, this light meal will leave you feeling full enough that you won't be tempted by the biscuit tin later on
Serves: four, as a light lunch
Preparation time: 2 minutes
Cooking time: 28 minutes
30 g butter
1 onion, finely chopped
200 g | 1 cup risotto rice
125 ml | 1/2 cup dry white wine
750 ml | 3 cups hot vegetable stock
1 bay leaf
100 g | 4 oz shiitake mushrooms, sliced
1 courgette, sliced
1 bunch green asparagus, cut into thirds
200 g | 2 cups frozen peas
50 g | 1/2 cup parmesan, grated
1 tbsp parsley, chopped
1 – Heat half the butter in a wide pan and gently fry the onion until soft but not brown.
2 – Add the rice, stir for 2 minutes then add the wine and cook until it has evaporated. Add one ladleful of stock, simmer gently, stirring all the time until the stock has been absorbed, then add the bay leaf and the rest of the stock, one ladleful at a time, until the risotto is creamy but the rice still retains a little bite. It will take about 15-20 minutes.
3 – Heat the rest of the butter in a clean pan and gently fry the mushrooms for 2 minutes. Add the courgette, cook for 2 minutes then add the asparagus and peas. Cover and cook for about 4 more minutes, until the vegetables are cooked but still retain a little bite. Add a little water if necessary. At the end of cooking time remove the lid to let the liquid evaporate.
4 – Add the cooked vegetables to the risotto, stir in the parmesan and parsley and season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve immediately.
Rhubarb and strawberry pie
What better way to get a big, healthy vitamin hit than to bake two tasty fruits in a pie? Just make sure you don't drown it in double cream…
Serves: six, as a nice treat
Chilling time: 45 minutes
Cooking time: 40 minutes
125 g | 1 1/4 cup plain flour
2 tbsp icing sugar
80 g | 1/3 cup butter, cut into small cubes
1 egg yolk
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
250 g | 10 oz strawberries, quartered
350 g | 14 oz rhubarb, cut into chunks
125 g | 1/2 cup caster sugar
3 tbsp orange juice
1 egg, beaten
1 – Place the flour, sugar and butter in a bowl and put it in the freezer for 15 minutes to chill. Rub the butter into the flour with your fingers until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs, or blend it together in a food processor.
2 – Add the egg yolk, vanilla extract and enough ice-cold water to form a dough. Press the dough into a flat disc, wrap in cling film and chill in the fridge for 30 minutes.
3 – Heat the oven to 200ºC (180º fan assisted) 400ºF, gas mark 6. Mix the rhubarb and strawberries together and place in a pie dish. Sprinkle over the sugar and orange juice.
4 – Roll the pastry out and cut a circle to make the pie lid. Place on top of the pie, moistening the edge to make a good seal, and decorate with pastry offcuts. Brush with the beaten egg and bake for 30-40 minutes or until golden brown.
This article was first published in the Spring 2011 issue of Cycling Fitness. You can also read our magazines on Zinio, download from the Apple store and also through Kindle Fire.


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Addison\'s reopens after truck crashes into building
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COLUMBIA - Addison's owner Matt Jenne told KOMU 8 News Monday the restaurant reopened after a truck crashed into the side of its building, injuring four customers on Saturday night.
"It happened during our busiest time on Saturday," Jenne said. "At that point our main concern was the people that were injured and making sure that we were taking care of them first."
Victims were taken to University Hospital to be treated for their injuries. All of the injuries were non-life-threatening.
The Columbia Police Department arrested a Moniteau County official for the crash. The truck was backing out onto the street when it crashed into one of the restaurant's glass-block windows. The window is now boarded and restaurant managers removed the table hit during the incident.
The driver, 36-year-old Shayne Healea, is the vice-chair prosecuting attorney for Moniteau County. Police said he left the scene and parked his car in front of the Tiger Hotel. Officers found Healea in an alley near the crash and arrested him. He is being charged with four counts of second degree assault and leaving the scene of an accident.
Jordan Wood was eating at the restaurant when the crash happened.
"We saw the truck back into the window," Wood said. "Me and another male immediately ran out of the building to follow the truck and took pictures of the truck's plates."
KOMU 8 News is waiting to hear back from the hospital on the status of the injured patrons.


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One of the issues with footballs is that when it comes time to practice or play catch, you require a second person who will be there to receive and throw it back, but that's no longer necessary thanks to the 'PassBack' Football. Designed to bounce off of walls and return straight to the thrower, the 'PassBack' Football is an innovative way for athletes to get in some practice and play catch within the need for a partner.
Ideal for training athletes or simply children looking to make the most of their time alone, the 'PassBack' Football comes in various sizes to suit different players and, should there be two people looking to play catch, the design can be used in different techniques that incorporate everyone.
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Litigation Release No. 18719 / May 19, 2004
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION v. DANIEL D. DYER AND OXBOW CAPITAL PARTNERS, LLC, Civil Action No. CV 03-968 KI (D. Or.)
The Securities and Exchange Commission announced that on May 11, 2004, a federal judge in Portland, Oregon entered a Final Judgment of Permanent Injunction and Other Relief against Daniel D. Dyer, age 49 and a resident of University Place, Washington, and his wholly owned company, Oxbow Capital Partners, LLC ("Oxbow Partners"), based in Tacoma, Washington. Without admitting or denying the allegations in the Commission's complaint, Dyer and Oxbow Partners consented to the entry of the Final Judgment, which permanently enjoins them from future violations of the antifraud and securities registration provisions of the federal securities laws, Sections 5(a), 5(c), and 17(a) of the Securities Act of 1933, Section 10(b) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and Rule 10b-5 thereunder, and Sections 206(1) and (2) of the Investment Advisers Act of 1940. Dyer and Oxbow Partners were also ordered to pay disgorgement of $3.96 million, but payment of all but $50,000 was waived and a civil penalty was not assessed based upon the defendants' financial condition.
The Commission's complaint alleged that from November 1998 to August 2000, Dyer and Oxbow Partners aided and abetted a massive Ponzi scheme perpetrated by Capital Consultants, LLC ("CCL"), formerly an investment adviser in Portland, Oregon. The Commission alleged that Dyer and Oxbow Partners helped CCL conceal from its clients the failure of a $160 million loan made by the former investment adviser. Among other things, Dyer and Oxbow Partners purchased the failed loan from CCL and profited from entering into a series of complex transactions with CCL and two borrowers that resulted in new client funds being used to repay clients invested in the failed loan. During the scheme, the defendants knew that CCL made misrepresentations to its clients about Dyer and Oxbow Partners' role in purchasing the failed loan.
The Commission's complaint also charged Dyer and Oxbow Partners with fraud in connection with two securities offerings conducted between April 1999 and November 2000: Oxbow Capital 1999 Fund I, LLC ("Oxbow Fund I") and Washington Motorcycle Partners, LLC ("Washington Partners"). The Commission alleged that the defendants failed to disclose to Oxbow Fund I investors that the fund's first investment would be in the failed CCL loan. The defendants also defrauded Oxbow Fund I by purporting to replace the fund's investment in the failed CCL loan with securities that the defendants did not own. In the unregistered Washington Partners offering, the defendants used offering proceeds to enrich themselves and make payments on the failed CCL loan rather than to purchase stock in a motorcycle company as represented to investors.
For additional information about this matter, see also Litigation Release Numbers 18234 (July 17, 2003), 17973 (Feb. 6, 2003), 17490 (Apr. 25, 2002), 17405 (Mar. 7, 2002), 16995 (May 10, 2001), and 16720 (Sept. 21, 2000).


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Another example where it is hard to figure out why the person plagiarized is an earlier case, a case from the early 19th century. Again, we are dealing with a book that was plagiarized in its entirety. Such examples, where the whole book is appropriated, makes it easy to show that this is a case of plagiarism and not merely that a sentence or two was not cited properly. This particular example also has the benefit that although an entire book was stolen and then republished under the very same title, it appears that detection of this eluded some experts in the field of Jewish books. Specifically, as we shall see that Israel Zinberg, had no knowledge of this. First, the original.
The book in question is a small work, Ha-Matzah Hadasha, published in Amsterdam as part of a collection of works. The entire collection, that includes three other works, is Shir Emunim. The author of these works is R. Moshe Piza. Ha-Matzah Hadasha is a book whose purpose is to demonstrate and list the words that contain the letter Shin and to distinguish between a Shin and a Sin. Additionally, R. Piza included a short commentary on the bottom that provides translation for some of the words he lists. Finally, R. Piza includes a poem of sorts at the end that lists the Sins in Tanach.
Now, the plagiarized version. For this we travel from Amsterdam to Vilna. Zinberg, (A History of Jewish Literature, New York, 1975, vol. 6, pp. 282-84) in discussing the early rumblings of the Haskalah movement points to an "interesting person" Naftali Hertz Shulman. Shulman was very well-read and may have been proficient in Russian, German and Latin, something very uncommon for Jews of the time. He gave classes in the Rambam's Moreh Nevukim and was a teacher to many wealth students. Shulman attempted to start a journal that would provide information "about commerce and political events, and the lover of science about scientific discoveries." The stated purpose of the journal was so that "much knowledge in the realm of various languages, mathematics, geography, the natural sciences, etc. will be disseminated among our people."
Now, in 1804, Shulman published R. Benyamin Mussafia's lexographic work, Zekher Rav. Additionally, in 1804, under his own name, Shulman published Ha-Matzah Hadasha. On the title page Shulman states that "he gathered the information [in Ha-Matzah Hadasha] from many places" but never says that the entire work is word for word from R. Piza's earlier work. Zinberg, in his three pages on Shulman - most of glowing with Shulman's accomplishments - never mentions this fact. This is so, although the fact that Shulman plagiarism was already noted by Roest in his catalog of the Rosenthal collection, Yodeh Sefer no. 520. Roest notes that Shulman plagiarized Piza's entire work. It is worth noting that in truth Shulman did not plagiarize R. Piza's entire work - Shulman left out the final poem (I have provided it below).
Even auction catalogers, whose job presumably is to increase the value of auction items, were unaware of this fact. In the Judiaca Jerusalem catalog (April, 2008) they had Shulman's work for sale. They merely note that Shulman probably wrote this work - a work to differentiate between a the two similar letters of Shin and Sin - due to the unique Lithuanian pronunciation. Not only do that not mention the work is not original to Shulman, their explanation fails to account for the fact the work was never written in response to Lithuanian pronunciation as it was originally written in Amsterdam by a Sefardic author, R. Piza.
Now, in light of Zinberg's description of Shulman, Shulman appears to have been well respected in Vilna, as I mentioned he taught many wealthy children, Shulman published his own works and was involved with many members of the early Haskalah even going so far as to suggest publishing the journal mentioned above. It is therefore perplexing then he would plagiarize an eight page book that for the most part is merely a list of words from Tanach that merely highlights whether there is a Shin or a Sin. Below, are scans from the original and Shulman's edition.
The poem that appears at the end of Piza's VersionNote
Additionally, it may be that he actually plagiarized another book as well. While this is highly speculative, another book, discussed here, was plagiarized from R. Abraham ben HaGra in 1804 by a Yehuda ben Naftali Hertz. I don't know if this Yehuda ben Naftali Hertz is related to the Naftali Hertz above but the similarity in name, place of publication, as well as the timing may be an indication that either it is the same person or somehow connected.


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With its close proximity to Eastern Europe and Northern Africa, safety and security issues are not taken lightly in Italy. While the local industry (manufacturing) excels in research and development of video and intrusion detection technologies, players in the domestic market (suppliers, distributors, dealers, integrators, installers) are facing a tough battle — flat growth in the current economic climate, compounded by privacy concerns of the locals — where only the fittest will survive.The overall European electronic security equipment market (including Eastern Europe) was estimated to be worth US$4.63 billion in 2008: video surveillance $1.95 billion, access control $1.03 billion and intrusion detection $1.65 billion, based on the research done by Archana Rao, Senior Research Analyst at Frost & Sullivan (Europe). Annual growth rates were 5 percent (30 percent for IP-based solutions), 7 percent and 3 percent, respectively. Italy's high levels of corporate and personal taxation, public-debt over-GDP ratio of more than 100 percent, and political resistance to budget cuts make the short and medium-term fiscal outlook uncertain for the Italian economy, said Matia Grossi, Industry Analyst, Electronics and Security, Frost & Sullivan (Europe).Its GDP growth is expected to be slightly negative this year, reflecting the impact of global financial uncertainty and the impact on exports from the strong Euro. "The Italian economy is expected to start picking up again in 2010, however, at about half the level of the pan-Europe average of about 2 percent," said Grossi.The Italian security market is the fifth largest in Europe, offering moderate growth prospects. The share of Italy in the total European market is, however, set to fall slightly in the period between 2007 and 2013. "The market is expected to grow from just over $400 million in 2007 to about 600 million in 2013, with an average annual growth rate between 8 and 9 percent," said Grossi, rendering the total for 2009 at roughly $470 million. Grossi's numbers were seconded by Stefano Riboli, Product Marketing Manager for Video Systems and Products at Bosch Security Systems (Italy), who predicted flat growth (0 percent) for 2009.There are, however, other more optimistic projections, indicated Andrea Ceppi, Media Specialist of local association ANCISS, as prospects have definitely improved from the past three years. David Benhammou, President of CDVI, estimated the Italian security market to be worth between $660 million and $800 million, with electronic access control accounting for at least 20 percent of the total. Jean-Christophe Boyer, Presales Manager for Xelios Security Solutions (Italy), concurred with this estimate, pegging the access control market at $160 million. With installation and guarding thrown in, the Italian security market would be at least $1.5 billion, said Luca Cappellini, Marketing Manager for ADT Fire & Security (Italy), "but growth would only be between 0 and 3 percent in 2009," echoing Riboli's view.Demand for security equipment significant and remains a primary area of focus for the Italian government, said a U.S. Commercial Service representative. The 2008 national budget contained an additional $270 million for security-related expenditures, including funding to expand the police force and $135 million for modernization of vehicles, infrastructure and technology.In an effort to reduce crime and improve the quality of life in Italy, a program was established in 2007 for the development of "security pacts" in Rome and Milan between national and local authorities. Many other pacts have been signed subsequently in other cities. In response to insufficient funding available to theMinistry of the Interior to combat crime, the objective of these pacts is to increase funding available through the participation of regional and municipal authorities, according to U.S. Commercial Service. "Resources from the municipal authorities and additional contributions on behalf of the provinces are gathered to create a special security fund that is transferred to the Ministry of the Interior and managed by the Prefecture," said the same representative.Verticals and Projects of InterestIn Italy and across Europe, emphasis has been placed on homeland security, transportation and critical infrastructure protection. "Transportation and city surveillance are the only verticals that will offer double-digit growth in the medium term," said Grossi , and Riboli added that land borders and petrochemical plants will develop nicely, despite the financial difficulties. Additional areas of interest include utilities , energy facilities , rail networks, defense installations and other high-risk facilities, according to U.S. Commercial Service. Take transportation for example. The pan-Europe high-speed rail network aims to connect 65 cities by 2010. "Italy is on Corridor No. 5, linking Portugal to Russia," said Salvatore Pastorello, Product Manager for ELMO.Another good example, said Grossi, is the new agreement among IBM Italia, Thales Security Systems and Italian railway company Rete Ferroviaria Italiana for the deployment of video surveillance and analysis systems at 85 locations nationwide, for an overall cost of $110 million.Opportunities should continue to arise in the aviation, maritime, supply chain and rail sectors as a result of security measures mandated by regulatory bodies. The air and maritime transportation sector, in particular, should continue to perform upgrades in order to fulfill the ICAO mandates regarding security standards. Take the port of San Giorgio di Nogaro for example. It is situated near the city of Udine and is one of the three active ports in the region, together with Trieste and Monfalcone. It is a river port, accessible from the Adriatic Sea. The port area houses a rail junction, covered warehouses and outdoor storage areas, handling approximately 1.6 million tons of various goods per year.With one of the biggest market shares in the country, ADT's top verticals are retail, industry, traffic (especially tunnels), city surveillance and marine protection (ports and vessels), said Cappellini. "As the economy worsens and incidents of theft and crime increase, more attention would be given to loss prevention and public monitoring."Cieffe's top market segments in Italy include banking, transportation, critical infrastructure, town centers (fighting crime together via wireless connections) and national monuments. "Security in residential apartments is also becoming a must as break-ins continue to increase," said Alberto Bruschi, VP of Sales for EMEA at Cieffe (a March Networks company). The 2015 World Expo in Milan appears to be very promising as well: The organizing committee is asking for everything to be manufactured in Italy.All these tourist attractions, including the Vatican and its museums based in Rome, require top-notch security solutions. "Our Vatican installation took place at the end of 1999 and the beginning of 2000, making it one of the most secured places on earth," said Antonella Sciortino, CCTV Product Manager for Panasonic Italia. Following the success of this installation was a second project: an analog video surveillance systemfor the Vatican's museums. Both installations have the same products and technology, making the overall system compatible and easy-to-use. The continued improvement work done by Panasonic System Solutions has brought about 500 dome cameras in total, with 30X zoom.While the retail and banking sectors are bearing the brunt of the current economic slowdown, Davide Monterisi, Business Development Manager for GE Security (Italy), believed that there will still be substantial growth "as more than 50 percent of all armed robberies in Europe take place in Italy." Other verticals mentioned include logistics, stadiums and hotels/villas/resorts. Homeland security, schools and public offices are also high on the list, said Flavio Venz, MD of Nexxt. "Commercial buildings, however, are being postponed due to the credit crunch."Where Technology Meets LawSolving privacy issues is the No. 1 priority for all solution providers. "Between France and Italy, we probably have the most strict privacy laws in Europe — if not the world — and are actively and routinely enforcing them," said Boyer. This has, in turn, influenced the way in which products are developed and marketed. National certifications like the IMQ, on the other hand, do not seem to play that important a role as in countries like Germany.Video SurveillanceThere is a special commission in Italy that oversees privacy issues and laws, said Cappellini. "DVRs, for example, are only allowed to record for 24 to 36 hours in most cases; banks are allowed one week, maximum." Such strict privacy laws govern how security systems are used and what features can be made available. "The authorities could switch off your surveillance equipment and keep it off indefinitely if you don't have clear warning signs or comply with recording restrictions," cautioned Bruschi.This is viewed positively by some, though. "Regulations help us grow and make us stronger," said Monterisi.In terms of technology uptake, adoption of IP-based solutions is on the rise. "Currently, the ratio between analog and IP installations is about 75:25, but by 2012, it could become 50:50," said Bruschi. The latest figures from IMS Research show that 85 percent of the Italian integrators polled have more interest in IP than analog, compared to 54 percent in 2006. "This global transition actually enables better and easier long-distance, remote surveillance," said Alessandro Berio, Sales Director for Pinkerton.Competition appears to be fiercer than ever, with new companies entering the market on a regular basis. "The future sees a shift toward megapixel resolution and video analytics," said Sciortino.Access Control and Anti-IntrusionPrivacy concerns also affect the development of access control technology. Employee tracking is prohibited by law, said Cappellini, "and as such, time/attendance is not even a market in Italy."Highly sophisticated, accurate, dual-tech biometric authentication is thus called for, allowing cardholders to carry their access records and biometric templates at all times, explained Benhammou. Compounded by the pressure to comply with the amended Disability Discrimination Act, suppliers are pushed to devise creative solutions, such as user-friendly tags and automatic door openers.
"User perception also needs to be changed," said Boyer, "as fingerprint registration and authentication used to have high false rates." Now, 70 percent of the fingerprint biometric sensors used in Europe are from Sagem Sécurité, ensuring precise processing.Although the negative impact from the global recession can already be felt in Italy, with many projects being put on hold, Boyer believed that projects with real access control needs — such as large corporations, industrial sites and air/seaports — will continue as planned. This was seconded by Pastorello, who is seeing growing needs for building management software.As for anti-intrusion and perimeter, Gioacchino Tommaselli, Director of Sales and Marketing for GPS Standard, estimated the market to be worth $270 million. "Withever-increasing unemployment rates and numbers of illegal immigrants, such solutions are in high demand in Italy and in neighboring countries."
Playbook and OutlookThanks to its old banking structure, Italy is relatively cushioned in the current financial crisis, said Mario Dotti, Export Manager for HR Europe. "We don't have that many financial 'tools,' and people are simply postponing projects to wait and see — the money is still there." To Benhammou, 2009 is just a year for "self-cleaning," which will ultimately leave the industry with only the strongest.Due to slower adoption of IP at the distribution level, the market is still dominated by box movers with very little value-added services offered to end users at the moment, observed Grossi. Dominant regional players in the distribution channel are HESA, Sicurit Alarmitalia, Nexxt, Bettini Video and Videoline. "There are, however, many other tier-two players such as Sidin, Tech Data and Allnet, also playing a significant role and getting increasing importance in the market, thanks to their introduction of IP-based products."Few pan -European system integrators exist in Italy, apart from Niscayah (with the acquisition of CIS) and Siemens. "The largest participant in Italy is Finmeccanica,which owns quite a few mediumsized system integrators specializing in specific vertical markets, with Elsag being an extremely important player in the Italian market," said Grossi. "ADT, Gunnebo and Gruppo DAB are some other mid-sizedplayers on the system integration front."OutlookThe Italian market is relatively underdeveloped when compared to the rest of Europe, continued Grossi. Transportation is the only vertical which is expected to experience high growth, both in terms of quantity and complexity/functionality of the systems deployed. Banking is another vertical usually keen on deploying advanced systems, but the global financial turmoil is hindering security installations. Other verticals represent limited potential, and the overall economic situation is expected to further hinder the uptake of electronic security systems."We are experiencing what's known as the domino effect — it's really not as bad as what the media paints it out to be," said Tommaselli. "Government projects such as utilities, airports and borders will go on as usual, and by the end of 2009, money for upgrades at banks and villas will return."Regardless of the strict privacy regulations, surveillance in public places continues to rise. "The federal, regional and municipal governments are also putting resources into enhancing public security, including increasing various police forces, in order to combat immigrant associated problems," said Dotti. Due to Italy's conservative culture, awareness is still relatively low, observed Cappellini. "Most users would go to traditional electricians when thinking of security systems." And one can find bad installations at many high-end places, said Berio, highlighting needs for continuous education and training.
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BioPaxCOMP: an efficient system for integrating, compressing, and querying BioPAX
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- Subject Areas
- Bioinformatics, Computational Biology
- Keywords
- Biological Networks, Big Data, Graph theory, Data Compression and Integration
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- © 2016 Agapito et al.
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- This is an open access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License, which permits unrestricted use, distribution, reproduction and adaptation in any medium and for any purpose provided that it is properly attributed. For attribution, the original author(s), title, publication source (PeerJ Preprints) and either DOI or URL of the article must be cited.
- Cite this article
- 2016. BioPaxCOMP: an efficient system for integrating, compressing, and querying BioPAX. PeerJ Preprints 4:e2210v1 https://doi.org/10.7287/peerj.preprints.2210v1
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Biological networks and, in particular, biological pathways are composed of thousands of nodes and edges, posing several challenge regarding analysis and storage. The primary format used to represent pathways data is BioPAX (http://biopax.org.) BioPAX is a standard language that aims to enable integration, exchange, visualization and analysis of biological pathway data. BioPAX is an open and collaborative effort made by the community of researchers, software developers, and institutions and it specifically supports data exchange between pathway data groups. BioPAX is defined in OWL and is represented in the RDF/XML format. OWL (Web Ontology Language) is a W3C standard and is designed for use by applications that need to process the content of information instead of just presenting information to humans. RDF is a standard model for data interchange on the Web. Although OWL allows a standard representation of pathways, since it is based on XML, it is a verbose and redundant language, so the storage of pathways may be very huge, preventing an efficient transmission and sharing of this data. The typical size of a pathway is related to the organism, for example, the size of Homo Sapiens pathways (from Reactome database) is near to 200 MB on disk. Moreover, integrating pathways data coming from different data sources may require GBytes of space. A second problem with pathways is related to the possibility to integrate information coming from different data sources to have updated information in a centralized way. There exist several different databases for pathways data that emphasizes different aspect of the same pathway, thus, it could be useful to integrate and annotate together pathways coming from different databases to obtain a centralized and more informative pathway data. The principal obstacle for integrating, storing and exchanging such data is the extreme size growth when several pathways data are merged together, posing several challenges from the computational and archiving point of view. Pathways data can be easily classified as big data, because they meet all the 5V (Volume, Velocity, Variety, Veracity, Value) characteristics typical of Big Data, thus, the necessity to efficiently integrate and compress pathways data arises. The methodology for pathways data integration is based on the following steps: i) aggregation and validation locally of data coming from several pathway databases, ii) identification and normalization of compounds and reactions identifier and iii) integration. Integration occurs at the level of physical entities, such as proteins and small molecules. This is accomplished by linking interaction and pathway records together if they use the same physical entities (such as from UniProt for proteins) and by adding annotation data from UniProt or GeneOntology.
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Apple has introduced Swift language in WWDC this year. Swift has various advantages over objective C and also has better performance with Apple hardware. Swift will be next Apple programming language and will evolve over the years.
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This is the Lite version of DetectorDog Airport.
Have you ever noticed the quarantine detector dogs in the airport, who chase around the luggages in the belt for suspicious goods? Aren't those dogs cute and fun to watch when they are at work?
This game is about those quarantine detector dogs. You are in charge of a team of detector dog(s). You indicate the detector dog to move left and right along the luggage belt and push out the luggages with prohibited items. You earn dog cookies as you play and when you get enough cookies, you can hire different detector dogs and select different detector dogs to work each time. The dog gets fired if it failed to detect the luggage items successfully in three times.
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A World of Pure ImaginationFebruary 20, 2017 at 10:30 AM | Posted in Art, Lifestyle | Leave a comment
Tags: Art Fair Philippines
Art Fair Philippines just ended its annual run this week, and I'm glad that I was able to go this year. I missed the Art Fair last year and it's a good thing that my friend Jess alerted me of the fair this year or otherwise I would've likely missed it again. Jess and I decided to check out the Art Fair this weekend.
As expected, there were long lines again at the entrance to the fair. The venue was the same every year; it's at The Link beside The Landmark mall in Makati. The art galleries were located at three different floors and Jess and I made our way through the enthusiastic crowd.
I was a bit annoyed that some of the galleries at the fair were just advertising displays from major sponsors of the event. To me they were like in-your-face ad campaigns and kind of ruined the artsy atmosphere at the fair.
But compensating for that were a massive set of galleries teeming with works of art from Filipino contemporary artists and a few from foreign artists. There were just so much beauty and creativity at the fair that Jess and I were simply awed by the amazing pieces. From classic canvas paintings, surreal sculptures to pop art and quirky art installations, there was something for every one at the fair.
As always, I'm attracted to paintings so I lingered on those pieces that I found particularly interesting. I was intent on admiring some of the pieces that there were times that Jess and I would wander apart from each other and we would be lost in the crowd. But we managed to find each other after a while.
It's a great feeling to go to the Art Fair with someone who shares the same enthusiasm in art as I do. It was my second time to the fair but it was Jess' first and we both enjoyed our time there.
ZenJanuary 28, 2017 at 9:26 PM | Posted in Health, Lifestyle, Musings | Leave a comment
In this day and age, people have become accustomed to multitasking. This especially holds true in the corporate world where there is a misconception that it is better to multitask to be more efficient at work. I myself have become a victim of this unhealthy practice. I was a workaholic before and I got used to multitasking because in a fast-paced corporate world, that's what was expected from everyone.
But over time, I came to experience the side effects of overworking and multitasking. I suffered from creative burnout and my brain wasn't as sharp anymore as it used to be. My energy levels dropped and I felt mentally exhausted most of the time. I even tried taking vitamins to keep my energy levels up. But it wasn't as effective as I had hoped.
It's been years since I had a long relaxing vacation. I've been missing out on so many things. And last year, my life was so toxic that I had to cleanse my mind from all the negativity and bad vibes. One day I gave myself a break. I went to the park and allowed myself to relax and enjoy my surroundings. But I know I need more than that.
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Lately, I'm thinking of starting to live a balanced lifestyle. I plan to give more time for myself and enjoy life. I always believe in living in the moment and taking time to appreciate the simple things in life and be one with nature. But certain obligations and limitations prevented me from doing just that.
This year, I am hoping that I will have time for that, and that it will be the start of a long-term balanced lifestyle.
A Purr-fect AfternoonJune 15, 2016 at 12:51 AM | Posted in Animals, Food and Dining, Lifestyle | 1 Comment
Tags: cat cafe, cats
Ever since I found out last year that there was finally a cat café in Manila, I was excited to go and visit the place with my friends. I love cats and was always curious about the famous cat cafes in Japan. It's a good thing though that cat cafes have sprung up in Manila in recent years. Pioneering the cat café in Manila is the Miao Cat Café.
Miao Cat Café – the name of which is a pun of the word "meow" rather than an actual Chinese name – is located along Congressional Avenue in Quezon City. It took me a long time to visit the place mainly because it's too far from where I live. And due to conflict of schedules, my friends and I kept postponing our visit to the cafe. But last Monday, my friend Jess and I finally had the time to check it out. She brought along her 8-year-old son with us.
My first impression of Maio Cat Café was that it was simple, practical and cozy. The café's interiors are decked with pathways, ledges and scratch posts for the cats. Customers have the option to sit at tables with chairs or lounge comfortably on the carpet with throw pillows. There were a couple of loft tables too. Of course, I wasn't really there for the decors. I was there for the cats.
There were about eight or so mixed breed cats inside the café. I spotted a couple of Persian cats and a Maine Coon but I forgot what the others were. Most of the foreign breeds were napping at the time we were there. The only cats that were wide awake and active that time were two local rescued cats and a black Persian. The café has a few policies about the cats. We weren't supposed to pet and disturb the cats while they're sleeping.
It was afternoon on a Monday when we visited the place so there was no crowd. In fact, we were the only customers there at that time so we had the place all to ourselves. The food at the café was delicious enough. I especially loved the pink cappuccino frappe I ordered along with the fish and fries.
I was able to pet some of the cats there. From what I could tell, the cats were properly behaved and kept a fair distance from our food. The rescued cats though kept staring at our food and came close enough to sniff at the table. One of them was really friendly that I was surprised when he suddenly plopped on my lap and made himself comfortable.
Spending the afternoon at the café was worth it. I loved the cats and would have stayed longer to pet them. I don't have a cat at home because the admin of the condo complex where I live does not permit tenants to have pets. Thanks to Miao Cat Café, I finally had my feline fix even for just a few hours.
Condo LivingNovember 20, 2015 at 11:49 PM | Posted in Lifestyle | 4 Comments
Tags: city life
I finally moved to a condo with my sister. I must say, it's a nice feeling to have a place of our own. And we're not even renting it. We got a loan from the bank and bought this condo unit that my aunt's friend was selling. It was on the market for a reasonable price, fully furnished and still in mint condition. It was a bargain deal so we eventually bought it.
The only disadvantage of the condo is that it is located in Pasig City, which is far from Makati City – the place where we used to live and where we currently work. But so far, it was the most affordable home we could find. We tried looking for condos within Makati, Mandaluyong and even Taguig but most of them were really expensive. And those that were cheap were too small for us. It would be like living in a shoebox.
Anyway, my sister and I just moved in the condo this week. Prior to the move, there was a lot of packing, cleaning and sorting out of old stuff. I didn't realize how much clothes I had! Then when we moved in, there was more cleaning and unpacking to do and organizing our stuff. Thank goodness it's all done now. There's a gym within the condo complex and the swimming pool is big, but I haven't tried using them yet.
Now we're adjusting to this new place, especially the city. We've lived in Pasig before but that was so many years ago and it was in a different area. I still have difficulty finding my way around this new place. I feel like a fish out of water. But I know I'll eventually get used to it. It's just a matter of time before I can make myself feel really at home.
Me and the CityOctober 30, 2015 at 11:05 PM | Posted in Lifestyle, Musings | Leave a comment
Tags: city life, Makati
I'm slowly conditioning myself to the fact that I will be leaving my apartment and moving to a new condo by next month with my sister. And while I'm so glad that my sister and I finally have a place of our own, I couldn't help but feel sad about leaving. I've lived in Makati City for over ten years now and to move to another city will definitely be a jolt for me. I loved living in this city because it's only minutes away from the central business district and the vibrant nightlife. Yes I know the city is known for its horrendous traffic, but then again so is everywhere. This is the Philippines after all.
But Makati is sort of a comfort zone for me. Somehow it doesn't feel as crowded as Quezon City or any other city in Manila for that matter. I've gotten used to the hustle and bustle of Makati and its ever-changing city landscape. Shops have come and gone. New malls have sprung up. Parks have changed. But I can still live with that. That's how it goes in the big city.
I think I'm going to miss my trips to Ayala Triangle Park where I used to jog at night. I'm going to miss seeing the skyscrapers along Ayala Avenue in the morning on my way to work. I will miss the malls I frequent on weekends, and I will definitely miss the restaurants and coffee shops I usually go to.
But certain things need to be sacrificed. A decision had to be made. And it's all been done. Next month I will be adjusting to a new life in a new city. I'm crossing my fingers that all will turn out well.
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MAC Cosmetics Beauty Powder in Smooth Harmony
42 reviews
69% would repurchase
Package Quality: 4.5
Price: $$$
Package Quality: 4.5
Price: $$$
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on 11/4/2010 12:03:00 AM
Age: 19-24
Skin: Dry, Olive, Warm
Hair: Brown, Wavy, Fine
Eyes: Green
I feel like this doesn't show up very much on my skin, even for countouring, which is how the MA who put it on me tried to use it. Would not repurchase.
on 8/31/2010 12:11:00 AM
Age: 36-43
Skin: Combination, Tan, Warm
Hair: Brown, Straight, Fine
Eyes: Brown
I'm a little late but better late than never....this product debuted a while back and i believe the first unveiling was the Diana Ross collection, with special pink packaging. I was fortunate enough to find one on Ebay for a decent price, and I'm so happy with my purchase.
This is somewhat of a close match to my skin, so it definitely isn't a big alteration to my natural skin/look. The concept of MAC beauty powders really falls in line with how this powder works for me, in my opinion. I don't think MAC intends for these to be big blushes or bronzers, but more of a subtle uplifting of natural features.
This product is actually very close to my natural skin tone, but i have very tan skin. I use it with a sponge and press it on my cheek bones and bridge of nose. It gives me a certain oomph and polish, but nothing wild or extraordinary.
I feel sophisticated (!) using this product - maybe it's the packaging, or the fact that it was part of Miss Ross's Icon MAC collection, but i just love using it. I am sure it will last forever.
Staying power is great, the cost originally was probably quite inexpensive as most MAC things are, but i paid a hiked cost thanks to this being LE.
I've read that the MAC Heatherette version was tawnier or somehow different - I can attest this is true in my own experience. Just 2 weeks ago, I swatched the Heatherette version of this powder at a CCO. The powder is definitely not quite the same to me, as the Diana Ross version....the DR version is somewhat less tawny, more of a soft and more golden version.
I loved both, though, and the difference if any is subtle. Maybe i'm seeing things!
You can still obviously find this at a CCO possibly, or try ebay and other similar sites.
on 3/6/2010 5:37:00 PM
Age: 19-24
Skin: Acne-prone, Tan, Warm
Hair: Brown, Curly, Medium
Eyes: Brown
I really love this stuff. I purchased it a long time ago (glad I did because now its gone!) but have only started using it now. Being a tan skinned girl already, this stuff just gives me a little something extra for my skin. It makes me look like I have gotten a bright tan. It gives me that sun-kissed look. I absolutely love it. I look so fresh and my skin looks great. I just use it over concealer instead of a foundation if I want a quick look. If not, then i'll use it as a bronzer. I like it a lot... very awesome product!
on 12/29/2009 11:51:00 AM
Age: 19-24
Skin: Normal, Fair, Cool
Hair: Brunette, Curly, Fine
Eyes: Green
Being fairly pale (about NW20) I use this product as a bronzer all over with a kabuki brush and I absolutely love the glow that it gives. It definitely makes my face look tanner, without creating any harsh difference between my face and the rest of my skin. Its a great color and texture
on 12/11/2009 11:05:00 PM
Age: 25-29
Skin: Combination, Medium, Not Sure
Hair: Black, Straight, Fine
Eyes: Brown
This comes as a blush where I live. I use this for contouring- to emphasize my cheekbones. It works well for me. A lot of blending required since it is quite dark. I find that I can't use this to contour my nose because its too dark and no matter how much I blend it is quite obvious. So i will stick to me MAC strada for the nose area. Will repurchase when I run out
on 11/17/2009 7:18:00 PM
Age: 25-29
Skin: Combination, Fair-Medium, Not Sure
Hair: Brunette, Other, Other
Eyes: Brown
I am reviewing the Heatherette version because it is what I have been wearing the most the past couple of days. I have the Diana Ross version and I have found that one has more golden-brown tones whereas the Heatherette version is a bit more terracotta (as someone had mentioned before). I love them both equally. I'm not too fair, I range anywhere from an NC20-NC30. I love using this as an all over bronzer as well as a contour shade. The glow it gives is just undescribable (sp?)! Though I love shimmer and glitter (MSF's, IPP's) I prefer this one and can use this year round, day or night :)
I love this product and can not say enough great things about it! :) Highly recommend.
on 9/19/2009 11:28:00 PM
Age: 19-24
Skin: Combination, Medium, Warm
Hair: Brown, Curly, Medium
Eyes: Hazel
I really like this beauty powder. I use it as a bronzer or a contour. It is a matte bronze. It looks just like the color of terracotta clay. Thats the way it will look on your face as well. It's definately not a golden brown. Its more of a coppery orangy bronze. It really suits my tan skin tone and gives me such a pretty color. I like to buff this into my cheeks with my ELF Studio Powder or blush brush after I applied my fondation. I hope MAC will release this color again.. i'm running low on product! :)
on 9/12/2009 7:48:00 PM
Age: 19-24
Skin: Normal, Fair, Not Sure
Hair: Brunette, Wavy, Fine
Eyes: Brown
I can't believe I haven't reviewed this product yet. I absolutely love this powder and use it as a bronzer. I love it because is matte and is not super pigmented so it lets me build a "tan" without looking orange or too glittery. Love it! Wish it was permanent.
on 5/4/2009 5:03:00 PM
Age: 19-24
Skin: Combination, Olive, Warm
Hair: Black, Curly, Medium
Eyes: Brown
I bought this bp and after trying it out a few times, i swapped it away. I wanted to try bronzers and i read many reviews on smooth harmony being good for a non-shimmery bronzer. So, i decided to get this again.
Im still pretty new to countouring, so i havent used it for that. I was late for work and i grabbed this and my 129sh. i swirled my brush and applied it on my cheeks. 2 hours later, this looked amazing! Im nc40/42/c40 and it compliments my skintone. It doesnt look muddy on my cheeks.
on 3/31/2009 1:32:00 AM
Age: 19-24
Skin: Normal, Fair-Medium, Neutral
Hair: Brunette, Kinky, Medium
Eyes: Hazel
i was sad when i missed out on the heatherette collection, so when i found this at my cco i was ecstatic!
to tell you the truth..all i really wanted was the compact lol cus i keep a compact in my purse and use the mirror and the powder for touch-ups, before this i was using the dame edna highlight powder.
okay, now to the product, its a beauty powder/bronzer which can be used lightly all over the face or on your cheeks as a bronzer & even a contour. i have used it a few times & i really like it :) its nice and smooth and has no shimmer which i like cus i already have refined golden bronzer. for an everyday look i like to wear smooth harmony as a bronzer/contour with chai lipglass and a nice clean eye with a winged liner.
it gives me a nice bronze/healthy polished look and takes no time at all. so this is a great powder to keep with you when your on the go. & when this runs out ill depot another powder and put it in the compact, cus its so pretty!!
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This beautiful fine matte porcelain figurine depicts the fairytale character Rapunzel combing her incredibly long hair. The figurine was produced in 1985 by Lenox as part of their annual Legendary Princesses line. This piece is in excellent condition and is marked Japan on the bottom. The hand painted details are gorgeous and embellished with 24 karat gold. Rapunzel stands about 9" tall. There is no box or paperwork.
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There is no shortage of lights inspired by the otherworldly jellyfish and the latest creation, the Medusa Lamp, shows people why. Captivating with its simplistic shape and near-eerie illumination, the rounded chandelier has a futuristic appeal that will reel in sci-fi fanatics as well as those who appreciate everything under the sea.
The Medusa Lamp was designed by Marko Vuckovic, a young designer hailing from Belgrade, Serbia. Although many lamps modeled after the jellyfish are inspired by its alienesque shape, such is the case with Roxy Russell's creations and the Mush Lamp, the Medusa Lamp instead draws inspiration from the mesmerizing glow the sea creature emits. Shedding a soft purplish light, the Medusa Lamp offers a vibrant, directional glow for dining rooms, living rooms and more.
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Walking in, I didn't expect
to find her standing there –
Diana, Cynthia, Artemis, moonshadow rare.
Silverbright, dark-eyed,
silhouette curved like a bow,
arrow-tall maidgoddess
draped in a midnight velvet coat.
Do you seek me, voice-of-the-moon?
It's strange to see Apollo's sister
smiling in the lowered light,
carrying a glass
which changes
into a kylix cup…
she drinks, swallows, offers, invites
with her forestshade voice,
her gleamnight eyes.
Come, share wine, join my hunting band…
My lips sip lightly
We might now share more than just a drink,
goddess and ordinary mortal.
~ Marta Ziemelis. Written in Riga, Latvia, copyright July 2013.
This began as something of a fanfiction concept, along the lines of: "From the cast of characters in The Mortal Instruments, what if Isabelle and not Alec were the LGBTQ sibling?" I tried to write the piece that way, but somehow it didn't really go anywhere. Then I tried approaching things from a more general 'supernatural woman interacts with a mortal in a sexual/ romantic way'. Somehow a bit of a moonlit Izzy feel stuck around for me, and morphed into a poem about Artemis, Greek goddess of the moon. I like to imagine Artemis as having a rather fluid sexuality, interested in women, men and those who identify otherwise. Perhaps a bit like Captain Jack Harkness.


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Accentuate a frosty nude lip with simple eye makeup and a peachy blush. We also love this bride's well-groomed, full eyebrows that make this a powerful "natural" look.
2. Full Glam
To go with her intricately-beaded bodice, this bride chose a bright red lipstick and longer-than-long false eyelashes. Paired with the relaxed waves in her lob haircut, this bride is thoroughly modern.
3. Ballerina Chic
This bride's ballerina bun and soft pink cosmetics embody simple elegance. Perfect for a traditional or vintage wedding, this take on her hair and makeup is absolutely timeless.
4. Sideswept Volume
Today's brides understand balance in their overall wedding day look. To go with this relaxed boho dress and earth-toned makeup this bride chose an elaborately styled side swept 'do. Woven into her long waves were strands of glittering thread and little floral buds.
5. A Hairstyle for Every Bride
Half-up hairstyles are universally flattering, no matter what your face shape. This bride's voluminous hair is blown out with just a bit of wave and goes well with her minimalist jewelry.
6. Mauve Ombre Lip
One of the latest trends to make your lips appear fuller is using an ombre technique with several different shades of the same hue. This mauve lipstick is highlighted with a glossy pink in the center.
7. Garden Wedding Accessory
You don't need much to make your shorter hair perfect for a garden wedding. This colorful floral headband adds a bit of color and whimsy.
8. Retro Drama
This beyond-stylish retro look was for a courthouse event. To complement her floral sheath dress, she chose a deep berry lipstick, black eyeliner, and a perfectly-arched brow.
9. A Blush Hair Clip
We love how this floral clip with soft petals highlight's the bride's dove gray eyeshadow and barely-there gloss.
10. Sleek Chignon
It's a classic for a reason. This bride secured her pretty blonde hair back into a lovely chignon to show off her delicate drop earrings.
11. Strikingly Twisted
For a non-traditional wedding look, pair a slightly undone, twisted braid hairstyle with a deep and dark lip.
12. Kissproof Lip Stain
Want a bold color on your lips, but don't want to have to worry about it transferring to the groom after the big kiss or smudging while you eat cake? Try a lip stain instead. All the color without the muss and fuss. P.S. Are you also crazy with envy over this bride's magnificent eyebrows? Because we are completely obsessed.
13. Braided Beauty
Braids aren't just for the boho and beachy. This elegant, traditional bride opted for an intense swirl of braids and curls in her pearl-accented updo.
14. Winged Liner & Barbie Lipstick
It's important for your wedding day makeup to reflect your style and personality. This eloping bride above wasn't going to let an intimate guest list get in the way of being her awesomely gregarious self. She found the Barbiest of pink lipsticks and went with a seriously impressive winged liner.
15. Curly Tendrils
The worst thing you can do is fight your best features for a supposedly more "bridal" look. Got curly hair? Don't try to straighten it! Let those spirally tendrils shine with a beautiful loose updo.
16. Smoky Eyes
This desert bride's headpiece is definitely a showstopper, but it still doesn't manage to steal the focus from her kohl-rimmed, smoky eyes.
17. Trendy Top Knot
Pile that long hair squarely on the top of your head for a very modern bridal 'do. It's a dramatic statement that also allows her red lipstick to take center stage.
18. Pretty in Pink
There are more boxes than just brunette, blonde, and redhead these days. With hair colors running the gamut from lavender gray to technicolor tangerine, colorful brides are strolling down the aisle in style. We love the loud pink curls on the bride above.
19. Loads of Lashes
While false eyelashes are not the easiest things to apply (and serious work to keep on if you think you'll be misty-eyed during the ceremony) they can completely transform your makeup from everyday to special occasion.
20. Grown-Out Bangs
Over the last couple of years it seems like every gal was rocking thick, fringy bangs at some point. And then came the next few seasons of growing them out. If you are in an in-between phase with your bangs, find a style like the one above that sweeps them to the side for a sweetly romantic look.
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The U.S. Department of Justice is investigating complaints that U.S. Rep. Vern Buchanan broke campaign finance laws — the same allegations for which the Federal Elections Commission has already cleared the congressman after a two-year investigation.
Buchanan's attorneys said Tuesday they expected that the Justice Department would open its own probe of allegations that Buchanan directed a former business partner, Sam Kazran, to improperly reimburse his employees for contributions they made to Buchanan's congressional campaigns from 2005 to 2007.
The attorneys accuse Kazran and Tallahassee lawyer Doug Lyons, who has filed about a dozen lawsuits against Buchanan, of trying to extort money from the congressman to buy their silence. Mark Ornstein, an Orlando attorney who represents Buchanan's auto dealership businesses, said Lyons told him it would take $43 million to keep his clients' complaints confidential.
Buchanan's lawyers said they have asked the Justice Department to investigate the attempted blackmail.
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The Justice Department would neither confirm nor deny an investigation on Tuesday.
Bill McGinley, a Washington lawyer representing Buchanan, told the Bradenton Herald that not only does he expect the Justice Department to clear Buchanan, he expects the investigation will find that "Congressman Buchanan is a victim."
"It has always been our expectation that the Justice Department would review the Federal Election Commission's findings," Buchanan's campaign said in a statement. "The FEC carefully reviewed these politically motivated charges and concluded, based upon the factual record, that Vern did nothing wrong. We are confident that the Justice Department will reach the same conclusion and look forward to cooperating fully."
Lyons did not return a phone call to his Tallahassee law office from the Bradenton Herald on Tuesday, and Kazran did not respond to an e-mail sent to the address included in court records in the case.
McGinley, Ornstein and Ben Wood, another Washington lawyer representing Buchanan, spoke to the Bradenton Herald during a conference call arranged by Buchanan's office.
Buchanan, who was first elected in 2006 to represent most of Bradenton-Sarasota and the surrounding areas, has never been implicated in official investigations of the campaign finance complaints. But that has not stopped the congressman's political opponents from using the controversy to target Buchanan.
For example, the Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington, which has filed numerous complaints against Buchanan, has used the charges to label Buchanan one of the "most corrupt" members of Congress.
Leading up to the 2008 election, Lyons began filing lawsuits against Buchanan, alleging consumer fraud by his car dealerships and that he had directed an illegal scheme in which Kazran reimbursed his employees for contributions they had made to Buchanan's congressional campaign. Federal law prohibits such "conduit contributions."
Ornstein said that when he met with Lyons in Tallahassee, Lyons demanded that Buchanan pay his clients $43 million to keep the complaints confidential. If he didn't, Ornstein said Tuesday, Buchanan's legal and political problems would only mount.
"In that meeting, he advised me that my client was one of the wealthiest men in Congress, and he needed to decide what his freedom was worth," Ornstein said. "He stated to me that he thought it was worth $43 million."
Ornstein said he investigated the complaints and when he replied to Lyons that the charges were meritless, "He told me that Congressman Buchanan would die a death of a thousand cuts, and that he hoped the congressman had enjoyed his life."
Ornstein said most of the lawsuits that Lyons filed have been dismissed, and that two remaining cases are "dormant."
"We have asked the Justice Department, as a central part of its review, to scrutinize the conduct of those who have tried to exploit the threat of spreading malicious falsehoods about Vern for personal financial gain," Buchanan's campaign said in its statement "Their conduct crossed the line. We have asked the Justice Department to consider whether their efforts to extort Vern also violated federal law."
Buchanan's lawyers say Kazran did not start accusing the congressman of orchestrating the illegal contributions until after he quit paying off a $2.5 million business loan he had received from Buchanan.
When it learned of the possible campaign finance violations by Kazran, Buchanan's campaign reported them to the FEC.
The agency investigated possible wrongdoing by Buchanan and his campaign for more than two years, interviewing numerous witnesses and gathering thousands of pages of documents.
In one court filing in the case, FEC lawyers attached a document in which Kazran responded to several questions and requests for documents about the contributions made by his dealership and employees to Buchanan's campaign. Never does Kazran indicate in the document that Buchanan was part of the scheme.
Earlier this year, the FEC said it found no proof of wrongdoing by Buchanan and closed its probe.
But it did fine Kazran's dealership, Hyundai of North Jacksonville, $67,900 — an amount equal to the illegal contributions. A federal judge upheld the fine last week. Kazran also faces a $67,900 fine.
The FEC said Hyundai of North Jacksonville, which Buchanan partially owned from 2004 to 2008, engaged in an "extensive and ongoing scheme" to improperly reimburse employees for contributions to Buchanan's campaign, according to a complaint filed this spring in U.S. District Court in Florida. Buchanan has never been fined.
Kazran said in court filings in July that he had been "caught in some political war to which he has no desire to be involved in."


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The vintage-inspired accessory piece is made using a gold plated metal material. While the necklace measures 16 inches in length, the accessory's oversized heart pendant sits at 6 inches and is accented with gorgeous Czech glass beads that are also used to adorn its supporting chain.
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Metallic paint was used to bring out the natural markings of the gourd for this original piece. The top of the piece was completed with weaving done in a coiled technique using yarn.
WEIGHT 357 g. (12.6 oz.)
DIMENSIONS 19W x 19L x 29.2D cm. (7.5W x 7.5L x 11.5D in.)


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"This is a brilliant wine from this well-placed vineyard in Rutherford, sitting right on the so-called Rutherford Bench, with a history of vines having been planted there as far back as 1880. There are 2,646 cases of this wine, which is a blend of 98% Cabernet Sauvignon and 2% Petit Verdot that was aged 21 months in 85% new French oak.
Magnum bottles allow Hewitt to age and develop slowy over the course of years, if not decades. For collectors, or those looking for a gifts, magnums are uniquely memorable.
"This is very serious with a focus of blue fruit and a black-olive character. Full-bodied, tight and chewy with a tannin and fruit balance that peels away at the finish. A very serious Napa cab. Classic style with a modern focus. Drink in 2022." - James Suckling
"I believe Napa Valley's 2013 vintage is the best of the past 10 years," says Winemaker Trevor Durling. "Our 2013 Hewitt Cabernet Sauvignon is powerful and muscular, with great texture and density on the palate." The expansive aromas and flavors exude sumptuous blackberry, Satsuma plum, black cherry and cassis expression, layered with nuances of bittersweet chocolate, rum raisin, roasted espresso bean and sun-warmed rose. There is also an elusive chaparral note that reminds us of an August hike in the golden California hills. This is truly a wine that speaks to both the personality of Hewitt Vineyard and the outstanding, warm and dry 2013 vintage. Hewitt Cabernet Sauvignon is very age-worthy, however, if you can't wait to drink it, we suggest decanting to allow the flavors to evolve and reveal their great complexity and elegance.
This deeply flavored, full-bodied wine pairs elegantly with boldly flavored entrées, aged cheeses or whatever excites your palate.
This outstanding vineyard site on the Rutherford Bench has yielded grapes for many celebrated Napa Valley wines since 1880. The current vines were planted in the well-drained alluvial soils in 1992 and 1996 and budded to Cabernet Sauvignon clones 4, 7 and 8 for flavor diversity and concentration. Hewitt Vineyard has the advantage of being close to the Mayacamas Mountains for sloping elevation, but not so close that the vines are shaded in the afternoon.
The 2013 vintage surpassed even the highly touted 2012 vintage in grape quality. A winter with very low rainfall was followed by a dry, warm spring and summer. These factors resulted in balanced vine canopies, good fruit set and small, concentrated grapes. Perfect weather throughout harvest—fostering intense, beautifully balanced and expressive wines—crowned the vintage.
We hand sorted the grapes on tables twice: first as clusters to remove any leaves or inferior fruit and then, after destemming, as individual grapes. A portion of the must was fermented in new French oak barrels to integrate the tannins and enhance the plush texture of the wine. Three to five days of cold soaking before fermentation, followed by extended skin contact, developed the rich varietal character. Bâtonnage (stirring) during malolactic fermentation in the barrel rounded acidity and softened the tannins. Three rackings during barrel aging naturally clarified the wine, and after blending, we bottled this perfectly balanced wine without fining.
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Amir Khan suffers shock fourth-round defeat to Danny Garcia
Amir Khan suffered a shock defeat when he was stopped by Danny Garcia in the fourth round of their world light-welterweight title fight in Las Vegas.
Thurman vs Garcia - all you need to know
Amir Khan is considering a battle of Britain contest with Ricky Hatton if he fails to secure a rematch bout with Danny Garcia after his knockout defeat.
Amir Khan insists he has no thoughts of retiring following his defeat to Danny Garcia and promised to come back 'a lot better and a lot stronger'.
Amir Khan's shock defeat to Danny Garcia will allow David Price to become British boxing's new hero, but Khan's career is by no means over, claims The Tipster.
Amir Khan is facing an uncertain future after a brutal defeat by Danny Garcia led to calls for his retirement.


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By BCD Staff
Resources for Counselors and Therapists
The following is a list of resources for counselors and therapists. Here you will find articles to support you in your work with clients and a list of mental health institutes to provide you with cutting edge research. Consider joining one of the many professional associations that provide their members with numerous resources and benefits from journal articles to networking opportunities. Also listed here are job search sites and links to continuing education resources, all to support you in developing your career.
Research and Articles
Adolescent Self-Harm • Overview of adolescent self-harm causes, signs and prevention strategies.
Creative Arts Therapy and Expressive Arts Therapy • A Psychology Today article outlining creative and expressive arts therapies and their benefits.
How Addiction Can Affect Brain Connections • Research explaining addiction as a brain disease and how meditation can help.
How Therapy Can Help Your Sex Life • US News article on how sex therapy can be helpful for couples.
Masters of Love • Atlantic article discussing the importance of kindness in relationships backed up by Dr.'s John and Julie Gottman's research.
Online Psychotherapy Gains Fans and Raises Privacy Concerns • NPR article on the considerations of offering and receiving online therapy.
Rising Mental Health Issues Facing Our Children, In Five Charts • The Atlantic provides an infographic on the increase in mental health diagnosis for children.
Russell Brand: My Life Without Drugs • Russell Brand's piece for The Guardian with the goal of helping to increase compassion for people affected by the disease of addiction.
School Starting Age: The Evidence • A Developmental Psychologist reviews the research and identifies the benefits of a later start to formal education.
Therapists' Apps Aim To Help With Mental Health Issues • A look at Apps created by psychologists to be used in conjunction with therapy to support mental health treatment.
What's Eating Our Kids? Fears About 'Bad' Foods • The New York Times explores how a parent's obsession with health food can impact their children.
Mental Health Networks and Institutes
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) • The mission of AFSP is to prevent suicide through research, education, and advocacy. They also aim to support people struggling with mental health issues and their families.
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) • NAMI, the nation's largest grassroots mental health organization, works to advocate for, support research, and raise awareness and hope for those affected by mental illness.
National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN) • The mission of NCTSN is to improve care and access to services for traumatized children, their families and communities.
National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) • The NIMH works to increase understanding and improve treatment of mental illnesses through research and science.
One Mind Institute (IMHO) • One Mind Institute is committed to funding brain research to diagnose, treat, prevent, and cure psychiatric diseases.
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) • SAMHSA leads national public health efforts to improve behavioral health and reduce substance abuse and mental illness.
US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) • HHS is the United States government's agency working to provide health and human services.
Professional Associations
Academy for Eating Disorders (AED)
American Art Therapy Association (AATA)
American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT)
American Association for Sexuality Educators Counselors and Therapists (ASSECT)
American Counseling Association (ACA)
American Group Psychotherapy Association (AGPA)
American Mental Health Counselors Association (AMHCA)
American Music Therapy Association (AMTA)
American Psychological Association (APA)
American School Counselor Association (ASCA)
Association for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Issues in Counseling (ALGBTIC)
Association for Multicultural Counseling and Development (AMCD)
Association for Play Therapy (APT)
National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC)
National Career Development Association (NCDA)
Society for Industrial and Organizational Psychology (SIOP)
Job Search Sites
American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT) • The AAMFT Job Connection allows Marriage and Family Therapists to search for jobs and post their resume for potential employers. There are also links for mental health employers to post jobs and search resumes.
American Counseling Association (ACA) • The ACA offers an online career center with job listings as well as helpful advice for applicants along with resources for employers.
American Psychological Association (APA) • The APA offers Psych Careers where you can search over 300 job postings by keyword, location and/or discipline. There is also an option to post your resume.
Bureau of Labor Statistics • Search by career and learn about employment and wage estimates for that specific occupation.
Psychology Today Therapists • Psychology Today offers therapists the opportunity to create a profile in order to increase their online exposure and referrals.
US News MONEY (Careers) • Resources and information on a range of career topics from how to interview to successfully managing the work-life balance.
Continuing Education
Academy for Eating Disorders (AED) • The AED offers continuing education credits in collaboration with the International Journal of Eating Disorders (IJED). Gain CE credits by reading IJED articles and passing a post quiz on content.
American Association of Sexuality Educators Counselors and Therapists (ASSECT) • Links for dozens of trainings offering ASSECT approved CE hours.
American Psychological Association (APA) • The APA offers continuing education credits for mental health professionals. Browse available programs by topic or type.
Hazelden • Continuing Education courses for addiction professionals. Earn CE's through online courses, books with CE tests, webinars and/or program implementation training.
National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN) • The NCTSN offers numerous trainings and webinars through their Learning Center on a variety of topics related to childhood trauma, search by topic or date of training.
PESI • PESI, a nonprofit organization, offers live and online trainings. Search by format, content, and/or location to find the best training to fit your continuing education credit needs.
Suicide Prevention Resource Center (SPRC) • SPRC promotes a public health approach to suicide prevention through their online trainings. All courses are offered free of charge and can be completed at your own pace.
The Gottman Institute (TGI) • TGI offers continuing education credits through professional products and trainings.
The Psychotherapy Networker • The Psychotherapy Networker, a popular magazine and online resource, offers webcasts, audio courses, reading courses, magazine quizzes and more as opportunities to get continuing education credits.
Trauma-Focused Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) • This TF-CBT web-based training is useful for practitioners working with children, the course can be completed all at once or over a period of time, 10 CE credits are earned upon completion.


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This week streams -
Tuesday - NO STREAMS. We're going to take off and celebrate July 4th with our families. (and also do last minute RTX Preparations.
Wednesday we're streaming with YT streamers 5tat at 11AM CT & Noah J @ 4 PM CT. Should be really fun!
Friday there will only be an AM stream - no PM one. Because we'll be in Austin for RTX!!
This week RTX is finally upon us. If you didn't know, we will be handling the majority of nighttime programming at the JW MARRIOTT. Which is just a block or so away from the ACC. It's up to you all to help out and spread the word at RTX that these events are going on! Bring your friends because these aren't just regular panels. These are shows - and you're interaction is going to be key to making them awesome shows!
Speaking of RTX - here' a quick rundown of where Craig and I will be during the entire weekend. You can of course find this on the RTX app as well under our names.
Friday, July 7th - 730 PM @ JW Marriott- Who Wants to Be a Millionaire
Friday, July 7th 930 PM @ JW Marriott- Game Attack v ScrewAttack v Kinda Funny v Mega64
Saturday, July 8th 330 PM @ ACC Booth 3- Game Attack Signing
Saturday, July 8th 830 PM @ JW Marriott- Mario Party Saturday
Sunday, July 9th 5 PM CT @ ACC- Game Attack Panel
Craig and I will probably be in the arcade at the ACC when we're not hosting panels. We're going to try to spend as much time with you all as humanly possible, so come hang out there whenever you like!
Hey! We shop at the same store!!
Let's coordinate our clothes and set RTX ablaze in purple flames throughout the weekend (no pressure, just fun)
Friday- GA Hat Day wear yo GA hat!
Saturday- HOW CAN YOU BREATHE Shirt day- (Shirt debuts @ RTX Merch booth, go grab it!)
Sunday- Bleed Purple Day - wear your Purple GA Shirt!
Make sure and wear your team colors to the Mario Party Saturday Panel!
That's it! If you've got any more specific questions you can comment on this. Thanks!


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SOUP in a BOWL, WATER and a ROLL
marshaling the arts to feed more than just the soul
Potters, craftspeople, teachers, students & others create hand crafted bowls
Guests are invited to a simple meal of soup & bread for a $10 donation (cash or checks)
Guests are asked to keep a bowl as a reminder of all the empty bowls in the world
All proceeds will go directly to benefit local food banks
Join us at the Empty Bowls event in your town!
Somewhere in your town, someone is going hungry tonight. With your help, we can make a significant difference in the lives of hundreds of our neighbors. Plan to join us for one or all of the EMPTY BOWLS meals in March.
Suggested donation at each event is $10/person. At each event you'll enjoy great food and music and take home a souvenir pottery bowl! If you are a maker of great desserts (or know someone with an amazing recipe) you can arrange to donate a dessert or rolls for the event by calling the Arts Council at 276-238-1217.
Wednesday, March 14th from 11:00am to 1:30pm
Warrick Hall behind the First Presbyterian Church in Galax
200 West Center Street ~ Featuring Shoney's 'made from scratch' soup
Thursday, March 22nd from 11:00am to 1:30pm
First United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall in Hillsville
225 Fulcher Street ~ Featuring Shoney's 'made from scratch' soup
Saturday, June 9th from 4:00pm to 6:30pm
VFW Post 7726, 115 Klondike Road, Independence
Featuring Soup, Bread & Desserts by the Independence Farmers Market
Call the Arts Council at 276-238-1217 for more information.
As always, we are indebted to our partners, The Chestnut Creek School of the Arts and the CCSA Pottery Studio. They, along with the Carroll County Middle and High School students are responsible for producing the majority of the souvenir bowls. At the Independence Empty Bowls, we are joined by Potters Hannah Martin of HeartMoss Pottery, Donna Ellis of Laughing Horse Pottery and Holly Hood of Peach Bottom Pottery. We also could not host such successful events without our partners who generously donate their halls for the events: VFW Post 7726 in Independence, First United Methodist Church in Hillsville and the First Presbyterian Church of Galax. Brian Spencer and Shoney's donate their 'made from scratch' soup for the Hillsville and Galax lunches and we are so happy to have the Independence Farmer's Market provide the food for Empty Bowls Independence.
There are too many volunteers and helpers to list and so, THANK YOU! You know who you are and we hope you know how very much you are needed and appreciated.


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Each weekday on this very blog page we cover one of the world's six thousand five hundred languages. We discuss the current state of the language, who are the speakers of the language and where they live. But with how many languages there are it would take approximately thirty one years for us to get through all the world's languages. It's safe to say, we have quite a bit of content to get through.
But in thirty one years a lot will have changed and there will also be far less languages to talk about.
It is estimated that every fourteen days a language dies. In thirty one years we will have lost eight hundred and eight languages, reducing the total by twelve percent. It would be conceited for us to say that this would affect our content because it is a sad day when we lose a language. As we have previously discussed languages give us many insights into the world and are a key aspect of our business.
But what about language creation?
A constructed language is called a conlang and its name comes from the combination of the two words which define it. Unlike something like Pig Latin (a reorganization of the letters in English words) a conlang is a full embodied language. For all intents and purposes it is a real language.
But what makes a language real?
To this we look to the elements of language. From German to Afrikaans or any other language for that matter there are five linguistic elements which define a language and make it unique from all the other languages.
The Five Linguistic Elements:
- Phonology: the sound and system of a language
- Morphology: the structure of words
- Syntax: the structure of sentences
- Semantics: the meaning in language
- Pragmatics: the appropriate use of language in different contexts
But more than those things there is also a little thing called grammar: how words are put together in order to make sentences. In order to actually put together this blog post I cannot just know English words I have to know where they belong and how they fit together in order to create the intended meaning. I could know every word in the English languages and I could still not know how or what I am saying.
Natural languages also evolve over time as they are passed down from generation to generation and adapted to fit the current times. Take English for example. If you compare Old English and the English that is used today there is a stark contrast between the two languages and that is just a difference of a couple hundred years. Furthermore, as we have discussed in previous posts, with new technologies comes new words. Try to think about having a conversation with someone prior the invention of the internet and you will see how much our language has changed in the span of a couple decades.
With all of that in mind it would almost seem momentous to create a language from scratch. And yet some people have done just that.
The Lord of the Rings is a staple of the fantasy genre and is world renowned. The trilogy has spawned a series of movies and a group of fans whose dedication can only be rivaled with that of Star Trek. But there is a commonality between these two franchises and that is that they both have a conlang.
For the world of Lord of the Rings, J.R.R Tolkien developed the language of the elves. He put together not only a master list of words and grammatical rules but also different dialects which developed over time as the people who spoke the language separated and their languages changed. For Star trek fans there is Klingon which has been developed in a similar fashion.
Although Tolkien did a superb job of developing the Elvish language it itself cannot be spoken unlike Klingon which has been developed enough to speak in conversation.
Conlangs are also gaining popularity and have gained a lot of steam since the release of Avatar and Game of Thrones. Many television shows are now hiring conlangs, professional language designers to build languages from the ground up for their worlds. These languages are developed not randomly but to match the people who speak it and therefore end up as unique as any other language.
But conlangs are not just in the realms of fantasy. In Europe, the language Esperanto which has about two million speakers is a constructed language. While it originally took its routes from a number of different natural languages Esperanto is constructed and its speakers represent the World's largest contingent of conlang speakers. The language was first published in a book by L. L. Zamenhof in 1887 but it is the most prominent conlang success story.
Over the years there have been numerous attempts to create a conlang which can be called the perfect human language. But to this day none of them have taken off. The only conlang to really take off is Esperanto and it is limited.
Conlangs may not be able to replace the depth and history that goes along with a natural language which has been built up over many years and evolved to suit the people who speak it but it will be interesting to see how many new languages pop up in thirty one years. By then we may even end up writing a language of the day piece on a language that does not even exist today. That would be interesting.
What do you think? Could a conlang have the potential to take off? Let me know in the comment section below.
And once again, thanks for reading.


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Two Tenure-Track Assistant Professor Positions – University of Kentucky
The Department of Educational, School, and Counseling Psychology in the College of Education at the University of Kentucky invites applications for two tenure-track Assistant Professor positions in our APA-accredited Counseling Psychology Program, to begin August 15, 2015.
Responsibilities: Teach graduate courses in counseling psychology and specifically in personality and cognitive assessment, psychodiagnosis, and group counseling. Other courses may be assigned as needed by the program. Conduct program of scholarly research, supervise practica, supervise doctoral dissertations, and provide professional service, including community engagement. Area of research focus is open but preference given to individuals with special interest in social justice/diversity/multicultural issues.
Qualifications: Doctorate in counseling psychology from an APA-accredited program, eligibility for licensure in Kentucky, record of prior experience in teaching and scholarly productivity, record of research indicative of strong trajectory toward tenure and promotion at a research-extensive university. Some experience in securing extramural grant funding is highly desirable.
Application review begins immediately and continues until positions are filled. Applicants are asked to email their curriculum vita, examples of publications, a letter of application describing their research and teaching experience and their appropriateness for the position, and three letters of recommendation to: Sharon Rostosky, Ph.D., Counseling Psychology Search Committee Chair, email@example.com.
The UK Counseling Psychology Program espouses a scientist-practitioner model of training with particular emphasis on social justice, diversity, and multicultural perspectives.