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Long time no talk! Miss miss you :*
I know, it's summer holiday, so I should've write here more often, you say?
Ha, that was what I thought two months ago, but I decided to.. I'd say it 'do something for the first time'. *smirk
Okay, where should I begin?
I finally managed to keep my online shop active. Ta-daaa congrats to myself ;) It's one of the best reason why I couldn't post here weeks ago. Hardwork takes sacrifice, right? :) So, if you're interested or looking for some new and lovely accessories with a very affordable price, please sneak a peeeek <3
Just click here: Violette Lady Accessories
I'm selling Bracelets, Earrings, Necklaces, Rings, Watch and Headpiece, such as Snapbacks!
Hoping supports from you all! Mind if I ask to hit the 'Like' button? Thankyou much :*
My internet connection is way too horrible. I mean, it's my holiday, yet you still annoy me? No one, no, nothing can disturb me for enjoying (lazy-ing) my free days. It just upset me so much to open my laptop, and suprisingly today I found my connection seems a little bit friendly for me. *After some swearing and sighing and sleepy eyes waiting the pages to open*. Lovely, isn't it?
Since my internet is hopeless, I spent more time on books. Been a loooonggg time since I really can enjoy reading without being chased by deadlines. Relieved! ;) Last book I've read: The Kane Chronicles by Rick Riordan.
Awesome. Talk to you later about the review :p
I've been so busy last august. (AUGUST! My Best month of the year! *Yeaayy*) So many stories to tell. From preparing my hub's bday until my birthday surprise :) Soon!
What about you? Tell me more about your days :D
Will reply left comments, see ya for now! ;)
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AMHERST, Mass. - The umbrellas weren't necessary after all, as approximately 4,000 University of Massachusetts undergraduates received bachelor's degrees in nearly 100 majors during the school's 129th Commencement held this morning in Warren P. McGuirk Alumni Stadium.
About 20,000 friends and family members attended the ceremonies under threatening skies. University alumnus Rudolph F. Crew, chancellor of the Board of Education of the City of New York, was the main speaker. Crew also received an honorary doctor of humane letters degree. Lt. Gov. Jane M. Swift delivered the greetings of the commonwealth, saying the University has never been stronger.
She noted most of today's UMass graduates will remain in Massachusetts, and she urged them to "wear your degree well" and "do it with pride." UMass President William M. Bulger conferred the degrees. In his remarks, Bulger quoted John Adams, who said "human nature, with all its infirmities and depravities is still capable of great things," and it is education that makes the difference "between man and brute."
Chancellor David K. Scott presided over the ceremonies. He called the new graduates the "scouts of the new millennium," and said "the world has high hopes for you." Scott also urged the graduates to "stay connected" to their families, friends, society, learning, and to UMass. Crew told the graduating class, "I bring you greetings from a million children in New York City, all of whom want to be where you are today."
Crew challenged the graduates to think about the future and said the key to success is learning to think differently and creatively. Crew said his father was a jazz musician who played with Duke Ellington and other great talents. He said his father and the other musicians always encouraged him to find ways to accomplish goals that others might find unattainable.
Crew also offered some advice on how the graduates should face the challenges they will encounter. "Be ever so humble, but keep going," Crew said. "Carry yourself like you intend to be somebody. You're not average, you are a UMass graduate." He concluded his remarks by telling the graduates to "Follow your instinct and recognize that you didn't get here alone."
Student speaker Jesse D. Burchfield, a legal studies major who served as attorney general for the Student Government Association, said the University is a place where students are actively involved in trying to solve the social ills of the world. Consequently, he decried the criticism of older "long-haired" pundits who label 20-somethings as Generation X.
"When our generation is marked with an X to designate apathy, they've got it wrong. I'm not sure where they're looking, but they're definitely not looking here," he said. In conclusion, Burchfield directed some advice to television news anchor Tom Brokaw, whose recent book "The Greatest Generation," praises the accomplishments of those who were in their twenties during World War II. "Before you start deciding who is the greatest generation, I say 'hold the presses.'
We haven't gotten there yet." In addition to Crew, the University also awarded honorary degrees to John P. Flavin, businessman, entrepreneur, and University alumnus who is national chairman of Campaign UMass; Shirley Ann Jackson, head of the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission, who will become president of Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in July; Wynton Marsalis, jazz musician and recording artist; and Diana Chapman Walsh, president of Wellesley College.

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No explosives found in vehicle parked in restricted area near Riqqa mosque
A vehicle that was parked in a restricted location near a mosque in Riqqa area raised suspicions. However, no explosives were found inside the vehicle and the Kuwaiti owner of the vehicle has been summoned to sign a written pledge to not commit such a violation again, reports Al-Anba daily.
According to security sources, State Security officers rushed to the mosque after receiving information about a vehicle parked near the mosque despite strict structures place to stop vehicles from parking near mosques. They cordoned the area and prevented worshippers from approaching or entering the mosque.
The owner of the vehicle who is a Kuwaiti citizen was identified through the system of the General Traffic Department. Even though securitymen called him several times, his mobile phone was switched off and this had aroused more suspicion. No explosives were found in the vehicle and it was lifted. The Kuwaiti owner of the vehicle will be summoned and forced to sign a written pledge to affirm that he will not repeat such a violation again.
Source: Arab Times
"It is hard to fail, but it is worse never to have tried to succeed."
"Envy comes from wanting something that isn't yours. But grief comes from losing something you've already had."
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Complexity of character and culture
There's no question that we live in an extremely diverse world. We ignore that fact at our own peril. And the diversity extends not only to an assortment of climates, environments, chemical elements, species, races and cultures, but also to the subject of character itself.
At a recent relationship workshop, the presenter was making a point about what attracts people to each other. He likened personality characteristics to a #Doritos chip, saying that the cunning food companies have developed a theory of four basic "tastes" — sweet, salty, bitter, and savory. And the #Doritos recipe, of course, includes all four of these, so in theory it satisfies everyone, and you can't stop eating their chips for that very reason.
If the chip had only one of these flavors — sweet, for example — you'd soon tire of it and begin wanting something else. That's called flavor "satiation."
Personalities, he continued, have similar emotional "flavors." And a "nice guy," for example, might fit the stereotype of "sweet" or "comfortable" (or platonic) — but if too much "niceness" exists, then satiation sets in, and the natural inclination is to seek another flavor. Like naughty. Or mysterious. Or funny and playful. Mischievous. Warm and understanding. Even dangerous! (Of course, focusing instead on any one of these alternative "flavors" has problems of its own, but we don't need to go into that.)
The takeaway from all this is, more than likely, that complexity of character is valued more highly than a more boring, one-dimensional outlook on life.
All this marketing wisdom, mind you, was offered from a purely practical viewpoint. There's a germ of truth there, but there's also the higher perspective that has to be considered. If you extend this thinking to the world at large, with its many diverse cultures, that means we should all be seeking and appreciating a more complex experience that encompasses many different countries, peoples, spiritual and religious ideas, political persuasions, etc., …correct?
So current global movements away from diversity or inclusivity (out of fear of immigrants, refugees, "foreign" ideas, etc.) is actually counterproductive according to this "taste" theory. That's the practical side. On the spiritual side, being opposed to diversity means we're cutting off our nose to spite our face. We live in such a diverse, interconnected web of existence that it would be foolish and not very compassionate or neighborly (brotherly, sisterly) of us to automatically exclude or shut the door on others who don't look, act, dress, eat, work, play, or believe like us. A steady diet of "white bread" alone would quickly lead to satiation and worse — racial warfare, religious discrimination, political chaos, new Holocausts, you name it.
So, to do anything less than welcome the outsiders, those who are different from us, is a very bad — even evil — notion!
And when it comes to complexity of character (whether it's nice guys or naughty guys), it's never really as simple as that. Everyone has a certain degree of complexity of character. To dwell on strictly superficial aspects, like the #Doritos marketers believe, is also asking for trouble. How we come across to others is important, but if we subscribe to the idea that you can't be "nice" or "warm" because it's too boring or one-dimensional, then we're also giving in to a very cold, cruel, calculating, manipulative view of human relationships.
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The one pair of jeans Lea Michele can't live without
Believe it or not, comfort is key for Lea Michele. Waking up early for shoots or traveling as much as she does means she needs to be comfortable. However Lea reveals one important caveat to being comfortable saying, "being comfortable doesn't mean you have to wear sweats everyday. I like to be comfortable, while looking put together."
This not-so-easy feat that Lea has perfected so well, led us to our next question: Then what is your one can't live without piece of clothing that's comfortable? Without a second thought, Lea quickly replied, "I love my FRAME boyfriend jeans -- they are so comfortable. I love dressing a pair of boyfriend jeans up with heels or dressing them down with a pair of sandals."
In Lea's new book, she gives you tips on maximizing your shopping budget, her favorite brands which include Helmut Lang and Vince, and how to properly organize your closet because as we've learned, Lea likes to be organized!
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Canadian packaging company Intertape Polymer has reported a 4.3% increase in its revenue to $210.2m for the second quarter of 2017, compared to $201m for the same period last year.
The company's gross profit fell from 25.7% to 22.5% from $51.8m to $47.3m for the second quarter of this year.
The company also experienced a fall in its net earnings attributable to shareholders by $3.5m to $10.2m.
Intertape stated that its net profits had fallen because of the fall in gross profits, while its selling, general and administrative expenses had partially increased because of the offset from manufacturing facility closures, restructuring and other related charges and income tax expenses.
Intertape's adjusted earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortisation (EBITDA) had also decreased to 13.75% to $28.5m.
Profits decreased mainly due to non-recurrence of South Carolina Flood Insurance Proceeds of $4.5m received in the second quarter, last year and it was adjusted in this year. Another $2.3m and $0.8m were also deducted as the advisory fees and other costs associated with the acquisition activities.
The impact of South Carolina Flood Insurance Proceeds of $4.5m was also seen on cash flows. On the other hand, free cash flows also decreased by $11.4m to a negative $0.8m, due to increase capital expenditure and decrease in cashflows from operating activities.
Intertape Polymer president and CEO Greg Yull said: "For the second quarter, Adjusted EBITDA was $28.5m or flat compared to last year when you exclude the $4.5m of South Carolina Flood Insurance Proceeds received in the same period in 2016 despite some headwinds in the current period.
"We are very happy with the results of our efforts in our M&A program in that we successfully completed the Capstone and Cantech transactions at the end of June and beginning of July for which we incurred approximately $2.3m in advisory fees and other costs in the second quarter.
"The main headwinds that caused our results to be slightly below our expectations are Powerband's performance that continues to suffer from external competitive and supply chain pressures, and lower than expected sales volumes stemming from the timing of commercialization of masking tape and stencil products produced in our Blythewood facility. The operational bright spot in the period is that we continue to execute strongly on our manufacturing cost reduction initiatives."


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Stylish star Allu Arjun has a reputation among girls. His energy levels, his partying and other activities made him notable in the girls circuit. But now, one lady seems to be keen on associating with him but in a professional manner.
Her name is Nandini Reddy, a debutante director. The cine folks are fondly calling her Lady Boss and now, it is heard that she wants to do a cinema with Allu Arjun. After the success of her first film 'Ala Modalaindhi', sources say she is not climbing down the tree.
While it is nice to be ambitious, the cine seniors advise that overconfidence is also not healthy. Allu Arjun's range of films and budgets are miles away and they suggest Nandini that she must mark her steps carefully or her career will be over before it has started.


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- n. One who holds to particularism.
- adj. Adhering to particularism.
- adj. Showing excessive devotion to one's own region, nation, party etc.; partisan.
from the GNU version of the Collaborative International Dictionary of English
- n. One who holds to particularism.
from The Century Dictionary and Cyclopedia
- Pertaining to or characterized by particularism.
- n. One whose opinions and conduct are characterized by particularism, in any of its senses; specifically, one who seeks to promote the interests of individual members of a political confederation as against those of the whole; in recent German history, one who desired to preserve the individuality in laws, etc., of the states annexed to Prussia in 1866, or of those states under Prussian influence.
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But there is no reason to anticipate a speedy breakdown of what one may call particularist religion and the substitution therefor of a faith built up out of many diverse elements and held in common by widely separated tempers.
Even as a Leftist Bob Dylan was a particularist, which is the first and most vital step in patriotism.
"particularist" fiction -- the fiction that derives its special zest from the "colours" of some form of life unfamiliar to those who have not actually lived it.
It is something utterly beyond demonization and particularist jingoism.
Marc Gopin: Beyond Jewish Blessings And Curses There Is Absolute Love
Paradoxically, the conservative critique of the new class could make the "Marxist" move of pointing out how universalist claims masked particularist interests.
The Volokh Conspiracy » Telos Returns to 'New Class' Analysis and the Critique of the 'Wholly-Administered Society"
How do we act as both a universalist and a particularist?
Rabbi Geoffrey A. Mitelman: Religion Can't Be An End Unto Itself
US business leaders have typically shown a very high degree of class solidarity such that back in 1993 businessmen from throughout the economy stood shoulder-to-shoulder with the particularist interests of insurance company executives to beat a health care plan that would have benefited many of their firms.
This would incentivize voters to choose the bigger parties representing the broader national interest, and not the fringe parties with their particularist agendas.
Hitman saw no contradiction between the sentiments expressed in the two songs; in his heart and mind, as in the hearts and minds of most Israelis, the cosmic stirrings of left-wing politics and the particularist tones of Jewish messianism coexist, however uncomfortably.
It was another one of those universalist/particularist problems.
In moral philosophy, an advocate of particularism.


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Give Shake Junt (NO DJ) a spin - it's a new offering from Big K.R.I.T.. It was dropped on Wednesday, August 25th, 2010. Big K.R.I.T.'s rap artistry continues to improve with every release, something which is most definitely evidenced on Shake Junt (NO DJ). His ever-expanding catalogue is definitely better for it, and we're looking forward to the next piece of the puzzle - aren't you?
Hear more of Big K.R.I.T. on If I Should Die. If you dig this, visit Big K.R.I.T.'s profile for the latest info, news, songs, and mixtapes. Follow Big K.R.I.T. on Facebook and Twitter, if you aren't already.
How does this compare to Big K.R.I.T.'s previous work?
Quotable Lyrics
"I'm country than a mother fucker shorty
Cadillac with elbows to vogues
Me and you, your cousin too
My wheels will still shine gleam and glow
Type of whip you never seen before
Colder than a million below
Left my top at home on the low
Left my top at home just for show"


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How very exciting...my first giveaway on the blog!
The lovely people at Jay Millers Circus have kindly donated 4 tickets so you can enjoy one of their fabulous performances whilst they are still in Haslemere.
Just share the Three Counties Mum page with your friends on Facebook and tell me which anniversary Jay Millers are celebrating this year (clue). Contact me via e-mail (firstname.lastname@example.com) or via Facebook to tell me the answer, and you could be taking your family to the circus compliments of Jay Millers.
Giveaway closes on midday Saturday so hurry!


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When they raided a Regina house almost a year ago, police found a treasure trove of illegal items. Now one of the men arrested in that raid is going to jail.
Devlyn Mallette, now 29, was originally charged on 27 counts, including possession of stolen property, possession of drugs and possession of a restricted firearm.
However most of those charges were stayed. On Monday, he was sentenced on four counts: unauthorized possession of a firearm, possession of a controlled substance, breach of probation, and possession of drugs for the purpose of trafficking.
Mallette was sentenced to two years in jail for the last charge, along with several months on the other charges to be served at the same time as the two years. He was also hit with two fines, a firearms prohibition for 10 years and a DNA order.
One charge of possession of property obtained by crime is still making its way through the courts.


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The Rangers can lament lost overtime opportunities all they like. Their downfall through Games 1 and 2 of the Stanley Cup Final has been their defense, not their offense. Still, despite their inconsistent puck management and selective discipline from the neutral zone back, the Blueshirts should have landed at Westchester County Airport on Sunday afternoon with at least a split heading into Game 3 on Monday night at the Garden. Instead, they trail two games to none, and Kings goaltender Jonathan Quick is the reason why. ... What is startling is that the Rangers are losing games by surrendering backbreaking goals. While most of L.A.'s scores have been due to defensive breakdowns rather than a [Henrik Lundqvist] mistake, the Rangers will not win this series if Quick is outplaying Lundqvist late in games. (New York Daily News) Comment
Lamar Odom is headed east, where it appears he'll be working out not far from where he was born in Queens. [Odom] is expected to join the Knicks at their practice facility by the end of the month, according to a source with knowledge of the veteran forward's plans. Odom has been in Los Angeles working out and undergoing physical therapy to strengthen his back, the source said. ... The Knicks signed Odom on the final day of the regular season as Jackson's first personnel move. According to a league source, Odom's deal contains an unguaranteed option for next season. It will be up to the Knicks to exercise the option. This gives the team an opportunity to work Odom out and determine his fitness before committing to him for the 2014-15 season. (ESPN New York) Comment
When it comes to the super-agent who once represented him, these are strange days for DeSean Jackson. According to TMZ, who obtained legal documents in a financial dispute between [Jackson] and his former agent Drew Rosenhaus, Jackson says he accepted a large bribe to sign with Rosenhaus back in 2009. Jeff McLane of the Inquirer had reported in April that an arbitrator ruled that Jackson owes Rosenhaus $516,415 in loans and fees. Jackson's argument seems to be that the money he received from Rosenhaus was not a loan. Rather, it was more like a bribe offered by Rosenhaus to get Jackson to hire him as his agent for his next contract negotiation. ... [Part] of the money he received from Drew came IN CASH -- stuffed inside a Louis Vuitton bag he received just after midnight on Nov. 10, 2009. (Philly.com) Comment
TCU's Jerrick Suiter goes airborne to try to evade Pepperdine catcher Aaron Barnett. The acrobatic effort was in vain, as Barnett still got the tag for the out. (Richard W. Rodriguez/Fort Worth Star-Telegram/MCT)
For the second time this weekend, Manny Machado caused the A's and Orioles benches to clear as the third baseman flung his bat, seemingly intentionally, following an inside pitch from Fernando Abad.
Stanley Cup Final, Game 3, Kings at Rangers, 8 p.m. ET, NBCSN
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- 1914 -- 40-year-old Honus Wagner becomes the second player in baseball history to record 3,000 hits.
- 1946 -- Ted Williams crushes a home run an estimated 530 feet, striking a fan in the 37th row of the right field bleachers at Fenway Park. The seat was later painted red to mark the famous blast.
- 1973 -- Secretariat wins the Belmont Stakes by 31 lengths to claim the first Triple Crown in 25 years.
- 2008 -- Ken Griffey Jr. becomes the sixth member of the 600 home run club with a 413-foot shot off Mark Hendrickson.


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amna was walking home quietly with lela. lela asked,"what is wrong"? it is my mom's birthday tomorrow and I don't know a perfect present for her.Maybe you should buy a beautiful necklace or anything that you know that isyour mother's favourite. I know it's really hard said lela. Suddenly amna had an idea. she rushed to the nearby shop where her mom saw a beutiful dress but when she went inside she saw a lady that was giving the money for the dress. amna was really disappointed. she went home sadly. when she was on her way she saw a butterfly. then she remembered that her mom wanted a butterfly collection .so the whole day she didn't go home and kept catching butterflies.the next day it was her mom's birthday she handed over the present to her mom and her mom was as happy as can be. at the end of the day amna's mom said"amna you are the best daughter ever".


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Man's Unforgivable Sin
The society we live in today is one very different then in Boston during the 1600's. Our technology, our educational systems, our morals, and even the way in which we think is different. However, one thing which has remained the same is our nature as humans. In the novel The Scarlet Letter, Nathaniel Hawthorne has some interesting views on the human heart. Although Hawthorne believes in the existence of good and evil, he understands that human beings are capable of making mistakes, and that the only unforgivable sin is hatred and maliciousness towards others as evidenced by the actions of Hester, Dimmesdale, and Chillingworth throughout the book.
Hester Prynne, in the eyes of the Puritan society she lived in, was by no means a saint. However, Hawthorne is able to prove to the reader that she is also by no means an evil person. She had broken the moral codes of the Puritans by committing adultery, which would give the impression that she was a person who was beneath the societies high standards.
But through her good deeds that she dedicated herself too, she was able to have some redemption. "Much of the time which she might readily have applied to the better effort of her art, she employed in making coarse garments for the poor" (Hawthorne 87). Deep in her heart, she has good intentions, as noted by her helping the poor instead of herself. What is more important though, which Hawthorne presses upon the reader, is fact that although Hester had sinned, she was able to love and care for others, and in the end she had led a full life. She was often sought after for consultation because of all the hardships she had endured (Hawthorne 244) and it is said clearly in...


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On the cover, I love this cover, especially the utter simplicity of it. For those that have read the book, it makes sense like the necklace and I love that aspect of some covers. On another note, I dislike the font on the UK cover. It's the same photograph but the font just clashes and contrasts horribly in my opinion with the simplicity and elegance of this cover (have a look here). Meh, do not like it.
Synopsis: Meet fourteen year-old Rose Zarelli. She's a word-geek, or geek in general. She has the total of two friends. Starting high-school. Her father died a few months ago. Oh and she's really really angry...
Review: I read this book in a record (for me) two days. I was off ill with a really terrible cold so was confined to my bed and read for THE WHOLE DAY. Literally, I only got up for toilet breaks and lunch.
My first impression when starting Confessions of an Angry Girl was that Rose didn't seem angry to me at all. She seemed like any teenager in that she hated high school but she didn't seem angry about everything as the blurb led me to believe. The novel follows Rose's antics throughout her freshman year at high-school (or Year 10 to English folk) which involves getting over her father's sudden death, having no maternal support or brotherly support for that matter, her best friend wanting a career in popularity rather than friendship, the affections of an older, attractive and um, taken guy. Oh and making enemies with the queen bees of the high-school, the cheerleading team most of all Regina (yes, her name IS Regina like Mean Girls Regina. BUT SHE'S WORSE) who has some serious vendetta against Rose after the suspicion that Rose and said older, attractive and taken guy are having a thing. This guy, Jamie Forta, is Regina's boyfriend...
For me, it wasn't until the rivalry developed between Rose and Regina with the addition of the lovely yet too fragile Jamie that actually the anger Rose has is expressed. So after like halfway through the book, the ANGER ARRIVES BIG TIME.
If you were meeting Rose in person, her reserved and quiet self would never show this angry girl that Rozett is trying to convey. However, through Rose's strong, feisty narrative voice, the raw emotion of her fury is very clear and it is this that I think improves Rose's character to a strong lead. In short, I did find her a little weedy at times on the surface until her anger came apparent. The emotion and annoyance in her voice has been remarkably shown in a way that I only realise upon finishing this novel.
Rose is your real, troubled teen and I felt very connected with her as she realistically goes through the peril and confusion of her teenage years. I understood her confusion towards the whole idea of sex and love, her attitudes towards drinking and just her cynicalism of the social ethics of a high-school/secondary school for teenagers nowadays. Rose may not be the most likeable protagonist, but she is one of the most realistic.
I really liked her feistiness and cynicalism that reminded me a little of Kat in 10 Things I Hate About You, she acts as a feminist for the teenage generation (and being a slight feminist myself, I was definitely pro-Rose). My only problem with Rose was that she felt too young to be 14 in the plot. That may be the point but I felt she should have been a little older to experience the things that happen to her. She acted much younger than a 14 year-old to me too, perhaps I was just a mature 14 year-old (that was like 4 years ago sooo I may have forgotten...). It just didn't seem to fit with her age for me.
Adding to the awesomeness of Rose, we have a bunch of hilarious, annoying and just plain lovely characters. I liked Jaime, his gentleness, sarcasm and the older tone to him I think worked well with the story. Angelo and Peter, her brother were some lovely additions to the story that kept it different and entertaining. Now onto the annoying. We all remember the boom of Mean Girls don't we? Meet Regina, the antagonist of Confessions of an Angry Girl (I personally think the name has been used on purpose). We remember the cattiness, rudeness and just plain stupidness of Regina from Mean Girls? AMPLIFY THAT BY LIKE 3 AND YOU HAVE THE OTHER REGINA. Oh my. She is scaaaaary, I would not like to be in Rose's shoes. And the annoying thing: she gets so hung about the fact she thinks Rose and Jaime are TOGETHER when she herself may not even be TOGETHER. She is pure evil.
And then we have Tracey who I have to say wins 'Worst Friend Ever' hands down. I liked the friction and the differences displayed throughout between Tracey and Rose but after a while when Rose goes through quite a lot, I felt Tracey just became this character that was constantly opposite with Rose. A friend that felt she needed to talk to Rose because she's known her so long. I think we all have at least one of those in our lives.
I did really enjoy reading this book, I enjoyed all the little secrets, the drama playing out and mostly the realism that Rozett displays through Rose that I think any teenager would be able to relate to. This is a perfect series as a survival guide to high-school/secondary school. I liked most aspects of the novel, the only one I really did not like was the ending. It is clear that Rozett is trying to end Confessions of an Angry Girl for the sequel in the series, but I did feel it was a little TOO open. Without revealing too much, there are a lot of loose ends that are yet to be tied up upon ending the book. There is still doubt between Rose and Jaime's relationship (which from the title of the next book I think will be cleared up) and ah Rose!
This is a lovely little find on your bookshelf to pass a sick day, like me, or boring, dreamy afternoon away that should keep you hooked with the plot and the interactions of the characters. I felt that the romance and ending could have been a little more developed but I hope that the next book will sort that out! So looking forward to getting my hands on a copy!
I give it a 4 out of 5
Author's Website: http://www.louiserozett.com/author/Louise_Rozett.html
Pages: 272
Publisher: Harlequin Teen
Challenges: None
Thank you to the publisher for allowing me to read a copy of this through Netgalley.


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"You get bored easily",
that's what they say,
To them, i move on too easily, I put the phone down too fast, ignored the texts, reject the calls and move on to the next guy so simply. To them, i treat guys like they are flavour of the week. To them, i am the girl who leaves.
But, I was the girl who stayed.
I was the girl who stayed even when things get rough. I was the girl who stayed even when the texts got lesser, the calls got short and rough, and the date nights no longer existent. I was the girl who stayed even when she knew she had a choice to walk away.
But I became the girl who leaves.
I became the girl who could care less the hearts she left behind, I became the one guy's text constantly, trying to make plans, and I dismiss them, one by one. I became the girl who doesn't give a second thought to their feelings, rejecting them and leaving them. I became the girl who leaves.
I wasn't always that kind of girl.
I used to be the girl who constantly gives second chances even when they don't deserve it. I used to be the girl who will take guys back if he would only just apologize. I used to be the girl who let her guard down so easily that just anyone could come in, say a few sweet words and have my heart handed over to them. I used to be that girl. I used to have my heart on my sleeve all the time, putting in so much time and effort into every relationship or almost-relationship even though it was not reciprocated. I constantly held on to faith and hope, trusting that things will somehow work itself out and I will have my happily ever after.
But things don;t always happen that way.
With every heartbreak, I began to realize what i want, what I deserve. With every piece of my heart taken and thrown away, I began to build a wall around the pieces left to protect myself. Guard myself with walls so high no one can get around it. Locked my heart and throw the keys far away. I began to trust people less and was so sure that everyone who enters my life will eventually leaves, so I became the girl who leaves. And so I became the girl who leaves, before i'm left.
But hope that someday I'll meet someone who'll make me stay, this time, with him.


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Drive Medical Maverick Electric Scooter:
This Drive Medical Maverick Power Chair features a 20 x 20 inch Adjustable Captains Seat (22 x 20 inch seat optional), Full Light Package with Turn Signals & Hazard Lights, Digital LED Display with Real-Time Feedback, and has a Battery Range up to 35 Miles! With 19.5 inch Pneumatic Drive Tires and Motorcycle Inspired Suspension the Maverick offers comfort & stability even over rough terrain. The Maverick offers an Adjustable Seat, Headrest & Armrests giving you many different options to obtain the perfect fit! With a unique, motorcycle inspired design the Maverick will be sure to turn heads. The Drive Medial Maverick will get you from point A to point B Extremely FAST with a Top Speed up to 9.5 MPH. If you're looking for a Unique, Excellent Performing power scooter be sure to check out the Drive Medical Maverick today!
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Drive was formed in January 2000 under the name Medical Depot, Inc. Not long after the Company started, the ownership recognized the opportunity to reflect the spirit of the Company and the quality of life it provides to the users of their products, and therefore, changed the name to Drive. This culture and drive led to the significant growth and the formation of a multi-national organization. The continuous growth and expansion is supported by the best professionals in the business, state-of-the-art technology and an undying winning attitude. We carry a complete line of durable medical equipment including mobility products, beds, bariatric products, wheelchairs, sleep surfaces and pressure prevention products, respiratory equipment, self-assist products, power wheelchairs, power scooters, rehabilitation products, pediatric products, patient room equipment, personal care products and electrotherapy devices.
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PARK CITY, UT — Sundance Institute and Mahindra today announced the winners of the 2014 Sundance Institute - Mahindra Global Filmmaking Award, in recognition and support of emerging independent filmmakers from around the world. The winning directors and projects are Hong Khaou, MONSOON from Vietnam/UK; Tobias Lindholm, A WAR from Denmark; Ashlee Page, ARCHIVE from Australia; and Neeraj Ghaywan, FLY AWAY SOLO from India.
The awards were presented at a private ceremony at the 2014 Sundance Film Festival, currently underway in Park City, Utah.
Now in its fourth year, the Sundance Institute - Mahindra Global Filmmaking Award is part of a multifaceted collaboration that exemplifies a commitment to and support of world cinema by the Mahindra Group, one of the largest industrial conglomerates in India known throughout the world for its dedication to excellence and to social responsibility, and the nonprofit Sundance Institute, one of the world's leading cultural organizations.
The partnership, which also includes the establishment of the Mumbai Mantra | Sundance Institute Screenwriters Lab in India, began in 2011. The Screenwriters Lab will announce the selection for its third edition in March. The Lab brings together eight Indian screenwriters from across the world to develop their works under the guidance of accomplished international screenwriters in an environment that encourages storytelling at the highest level.
Each of the four winning filmmakers will receive a cash award of $10,000, attendance at the Sundance Film Festival for targeted industry and creative meetings, year-round mentoring from Institute staff and creative advisors, eligibility to participate in a Sundance Institute Lab, and ongoing creative and strategic support from Sundance Institute's renowned Feature Film Program.
"Sundance Institute shares with Mahindra Group a joint global commitment to nurturing new artists," said Sundance Institute President and Founder Robert Redford. "India is one of the most extraordinary cultures in the world, with the support of Anand Mahindra and his group, Sundance Institute screenwriters' lab can support the next generation of their storytellers."
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KINGSTON, Jamaica (JIS) — Expansion work on the Public West Building in downtown Kingston, which houses the Court of Appeal and the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions, is on track. This will result in the provision of additional courtrooms to assist in reducing the backlog of cases.
A contract to facilitate the work was signed recently at the Ministry of Justice offices on Constant Spring Road in Kingston.
The scope of work includes renovation of existing facilities on the first and second floor to facilitate two lounges, three courtrooms and 13 judges' chambers.
The eight-month contract will also see the renovation of the registry and the circulation tower (elevator shaft and stairwell).
In his remarks, Justice Minister, Delroy Chuck, said expansion of the Court of Appeal is an important target in the Justice Reform Implementation Plan.
Noting that there is a backlog of over 1,400 cases, the minister said another measure to create greater efficiency in the justice system is the installation of audiovisual equipment in the courts during the 2018/19 fiscal year to assist in faster disposal of cases.
"Over the past couple of years, the backlog of cases in the Court of Appeal has been increasing due to the sheer (lack) of manpower. Seven judges just cannot manage the bulk of cases which are coming to the Court of Appeal. Within two years, by 2020, it is my great hope that backlog will not be an issue in the Court of Appeal. We want to ensure that the facilities are there and that the opportunity is there, so that the cases can be dealt with," he said.
Meanwhile, Permanent Secretary in the ministry, Carol Palmer, said the infrastructure development work will place the Court of Appeal in a position to address the backlog of cases and strengthen the justice system.
"The ministry sees the infrastructure works that are being done to improve the built environment of justice institutions as an indispensable part of the overall objective to increase access to justice services, support the timely dispensation of justice and to create a sound court infrastructure," she said.
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Understanding Your Divine Design - 3 John 2 (NLT) says, "Dear friend, I hope all is well with you and that you are as healthy in your body as you are strong in your spirit."
In this series, the Holy Spirit uncovers our Father's heart for us to live and walk in divine health every day, not just survive on miracles. Incredible healings are great but not more near to God's heart than daily experiencing the wholeness Christ's Kingdom brings.
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For a sense of how much more useful monetary policy could be, one can look to the Great Depression.
By 1933, short-term interest rates were near zero — just as they are today. As I described in a 1992 academic article, Franklin D. Roosevelt took the United States off the gold standard in April 1933, and rapid devaluation led to huge gold inflows and a large increase in the money supply. Roosevelt also made it clear that the monetary expansion would not be reversed. Expectations of deflation, which had been enormous, abated quickly. As a result, with nominal rates at zero, real interest rates (the nominal rate less expected inflation) plummeted.
The first types of demand to recover were ones that were sensitive to interest rates. Automobile production, for example, jumped 42 percent from March to April in 1933. Inflation did pick up somewhat in the mid-1930s, in part because of other New Deal measures like the National Industrial Recovery Act. But the inflation was modest, and after the crushing deflation of the early 1930s, widely celebrated.
THE triumph of hawkish views on inflation means that there is no appetite today for a Roosevelt-style, inflationary monetary policy. But that doesn't mean the Fed couldn't be more aggressive if the empiricists were willing to risk a split with the theorists.
In a strongly worded article and speech several years ago, before he was Fed chairman, Ben S. Bernanke provided a user's manual for responsible but unconventional monetary policy. Mr. Bernanke focused on Japan in the 1990s, but his recommendations could apply just as well to the United States today.
The Fed could engage in much more aggressive quantitative easing, both in size and in scope, to further lower long-term interest rates and value of the dollar. It could more effectively convey to markets its intentions for the funds rate, which would also lower long-term rates. And it could set a price-level target, which, unlike an inflation target, calls for Fed policy to take past years' price changes into account. That would lead the Fed to counteract some of the extremely low inflation during the recession with a more expansionary policy and lower real rates for a while.
All of these alternatives would be helpful and would retain the Fed's credibility as a defender of price stability. And any would be better than doing too little just because some Fed policy makers believe in an unproven, theoretical view of how inflation works.


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Wednesday, September 10, 2014
Stampin' Royalty Color Challenge
The challenge will be open 3:00pm (PST) September 15th. Hope you can join us!
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Stamp Sets: For All Things, Brighter Tomorrow, Gorgeous Grunge
Ink: Hello Honey, Tangelo Twist, Cherry Cobbler and Old Olive
Paper: Very Vanilla, Color Me Autumn Designer Series Paper
Accessories: Gold Sequins
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Like a lot of other people, I enjoyed the Olympic opening ceremony. Danny Boyle communicated a real sense of what it means to be a Brit without any element of misplaced nationalism or overweening pride. An Australian commentator described it as 'boastful self-depreciation' (great use of an oxymoron), which is pretty spot on. Rather than trying to compete with China's impressive display of autocratic imperial grandeur we stuck to what we're best at: a spot of Shakespeare, a big nod to the significance of the industrial revolution and some good tunes. It was great to celebrate children's literature, whilst reminding the Tory grandees that the NHS and the work of our nurses is something to cherish as well as to be proud of.
Overall It was a grand* cerebration of who we are and what matters to us
from social networking to the suffragettes. There was something really symbolic
about the forging of the Olympic ring. It reminded the world of Britain's
industrial heritage but went beyond it. It made me think of all the people who
labour long and hard, all over the world. It reminded me of the people working
at the Olympics, not only the army of volunteers, but those working bloody hard
to earn a crust in places like McDonalds, those
working in fast food outlets in almost every major town, city and airport
the world over. It reminded me of those who sweat a living making sports
clothes and trainers for athletes and 'hoodies' alike; the army of factory workers
who produce the clothes on almost everyone's backs. It was hats off
to labour, literature and popular culture and who the heck could
complain about that?
I read in Saturday's paper that Boyle himself invited Frank Turner to
sing 'I still Believe' prior to the ceremony. Great publicity for an
underrated singer songwriter, bringing him to a massive audience and allowing
Boyle to convey the sense of hope we may not always wear on our cynical sleeves
but which lies well protected in our collective heart. Someone posted it
on You Tube.(It was taken off later.)
*Usage note: 'grand' in the sense of Lancashire dialect for bloody good rather than to denote magnificence.


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UAB 0808, A Phase II Study of Short-course Preoperative Erlotinib Followed by Post-operative Erlotinib-gemcitabine in Patients With Resectable Pancreatic Adenocarcinoma
Our current clinical trial proposal includes a short course of pre-operative, single agent
erlotinib followed by post-operative erlotinib-gemcitabine in a neo-adjuvant/adjuvant
approach to the treatment of patients with resectable pancreatic adenocarcinoma. The short
course pre-operative erlotinib treatment serves two objectives: 1) erlotinib, through its
cytostatic effects, may hinder the ability of tumor cells to metastasize at the time of
surgical resection with minimal toxic effects and no delay in surgical treatment; 2) the
true effects of erlotinib on potential determinants of response can be best assayed on the
pancreatic cancer itself since no other model can better resemble the patients authentic
tumor microenvironment. The post-operative treatment component of the protocol attempts to
improve the demonstrated effects of gemcitabine by adding erlotinib in the adjuvant setting,
a drug combination that, as mentioned, has already been proven to be advantageous for
patients with advanced pancreatic cancer.
Traditionally, chemotherapy for cancer has been conducted in an empiric fashion by first
selecting a regimen based on clinical trial evidence and clinical parameters, and then by
assessing the objective response to that regimen employing clinical and radiographic imaging
means. This approach suffers from many disadvantages, most conspicuously the inability to
select the better patient candidates prior to the initiation of therapy, thus sparing the
risk and expense of ineffective treatment for patients who are unlikely to respond. Since
pancreatic cancer expression of EGFR protein by itself is not predictive of therapeutic
response, alternative methods of patient selection seem to be essential for the success of
EGFR-targeted treatment. The understanding of EGFR molecular signaling has allowed the drug
development process to shift from an empiric random screening approach to a more rational
and mechanistic, target-directed approach. Among multiple attempts to identify molecular
determinants of tumor cell sensitivity to EGFR inhibitors, there are two main paradigms that
stand out: 1) activation of downstream pharmacodynamic effectors associated with response to
the drug (i.e. phosphorylation of Akt or ERK; expression of c-fos), and 2) prediction of
sensitivity based on a "static" analyte (detection of EGFR sensitizing mutations;
epithelial-mesenchymal transition profile). However, given the complexity of factors
governing pancreatic cancer response to erlotinib, the biologic heterogeneity of malignant
phenotype, and overall relatively low response rates, we believe that it is unlikely that
analysis of a single biomarker will be useful for patient selection. A comprehensive
analysis of a dynamic panel of biomarkers relevant to EGFR signaling and erlotinib mechanism
of action seems more useful in that sense. Furthermore, the limited ability of pancreatic
cancer tissue sampling often precludes biomarker correlation to assays worked out in
xenograft models or in-vitro conditions.
The translational rationale of this proposal is therefore to develop predictive chemotherapy
sensitivity-resistance assays (CSRA) for pancreas carcinoma patients treated with erlotinib
and gemcitabine. This will represent a major advance, because the CSRA would enable
prediction of clinical response prior to initiation of therapy.
Allocation: Non-Randomized, Endpoint Classification: Safety/Efficacy Study, Intervention Model: Single Group Assignment, Masking: Open Label, Primary Purpose: Basic Science
The primary objective is to determine the effects of short course preoperative erlotinib in a panel of predictive pancreatic cancer biomarkers among patients treated with surgical resection
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Juan P Arnoletti, M.D.
Principal Investigator
University of Alabama at Birmingham
United States: Institutional Review Board
February 2009
July 2011
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You don't run after no man! Except that cute man with some awesome tattoos and a beard that you could spend all night running your hand through. But, no need to run after him, just up your walk into a decent power walk to catch up to him. No body said you couldn't just catch his attention by being near him. Show your love for handsome bearded men with this "I Don't Run After Men But If He's Got Tattoos And A Beard" shirt.
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I think I need a Copics class.
I looked up a Copics Certification course that will be held in Lincoln, Ne. The description sounds like it is mostly for store owners. I did find some dynamic video tutorials. Although I would like to become "Copic Certified".
After watching several of the videos I think I am going to place an order for Gina K Designs cardstock. I like the softer coloring that seems to result in comparison to PaperTrey Ink. I will keep using PaperTrey Ink for my base cards. It is just so sturdy and makes for a great base.
I need to keep this short as time is marching on and work awaits! Luckily work is a 6 minute drive from home.
I've Got The Prussian Blues
~Base card PaperTrey Ink Spring Rain~Layer of BasicGrey Cupcake paper pad
~Rectangle of navy blue cardstock and coordinating Cupcake layer
~Navy and cranberry cardstock then digital image printed on white PaperTrey Ink
~Digital image (freebie) from KLM Digital Designs, colored with Copics (NOTE TO SELF - next time leave the Prussian Blue in the drawer), rose topped with Stampin' Up Crystal Effects, tea pot coated with Crackle Accents
~Red brad used on top off tea pot lid
~Navy ribbon
Crazy for Challenges - sketch
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Before I get started, the winner of JULY'S drawing is CHRIS! I'll be send you a little goodie in the mail, thanks for playing along this month!!!
Look at this idea....an old watercolor tin!
here are some other things I found on google...
It is so hot right now that all I want to do is stay inside and create. I have to admit that little Osa is keeping my crafting ideas on hold though...she is quite the busy body!
This month I thought it would be fun to make something out of ANYTHING you can get your hands on!
I love altered art....you can find tons of ideas online or just use your imagination!
Books, bottles, notepads, gift tags, gift bags, spools, boxes......the list is endless. Don't forget to post your finished work of art here by the end of the month! I'll do a drawing and send the winner a goodie!
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Ampersand Scratchbord and inks)Magaidh was also one of the dogs in the Dog Scratchin' book, and there is a different drawing of her in it. I feel so grateful for having the support of all of you who participated in the kickstarter project. That support allowed me to assemble my book of drawings of your dogs. I thank you all so very much!
Now, during the cold weather when I'm hunkered down in my warm house I'm putting together the Cat Scratchin' version of the kickstarter project. It will launch soon. Those of you who have both dogs and cats stay tuned. Well, actually, all of you should stay tuned. If there is enough interest I may do another version of the dog book in the future. I love giving books and money away to rescue groups! I'm so happy to have been able to give over $800.00 in money and books just since October. That to me is success. December recipient is PAWS of Beaumont, TX. Shipped the books and check to them yesterday. 3 of the dogs in the book were rescued by them. Good work!
Official blog for the kickstarter project Dog Scratchin'. An illustrated collection of dogs, their stories and the people who love them.
Sunday, December 30, 2012
Saturday, December 15, 2012
Last Minute Dogs
The above is dear departed "Sister", and her brother "Cletus" in his fancy shirt. It's a 5x7 scratchboard drawing on Ampersand bord, with inks. Sold.
Sunday, December 2, 2012
Goal Met-New Goals
Hello my dear, sweet, backers of Dog Scratchin'. Just to let you know, my trip to Austin for the signing event at Wally Workman Gallery was very successful. We sold 43 books in two hours!! I got to meet many of you for the first time. And I saw many old friends. It was a thrilling,action packed, blur of a night. Thanks to all who came out~It was pretty darned special. I've always had a goal in mind of having at least half of the 500 books gone by the first of the year. Today's count proved that goal has already been met. I've got around 235 books left to sell and distribute.
If you would like to buy additional books (esp. for gifts) at $25.00 each, please let me know soon.(like really soon) I ship via USPS. One copy ships for $5.50 Two for $9.00 Three and above I can pack about 8 books into a flat rate box for $13.00. My mailing address (if you want to go "old skool" with a snail mailed check) is PO Box 8963 Fayetteville, Arkansas 72703-0017
I've had some questions about distribution to Rescue Orgs. for fundraising and such. I would love to get some out to different groups around the country. Here's the best way to do that; Have them contact me at firstname.lastname@example.com and we can work out arrangements. What I have found is many groups either don't have room, events, energy or ability to sell books. I do not want to add to their load in any way...kind of like how the Red Cross prefers money donations rather than canned goods or your old clothes after a disaster; many dog rescue groups need funds and volunteers rather than auction or sale items. I'd like to talk with them and see how the book can be used to help them.
Just so you know, I have already (in two months of sales) been able to distribute over $500.00 to several groups. And I've made just a bit of money to help cover my costs of spending 8 months on this project. One thing I did learn is that I need to build something into the kickstarter fundraising for my time and labor (duh)...I'm ok, but it was a little tight while putting this all together. :-) I have spent every dollar raised here on printing, design and shipping.
I'm busy at work putting together the Cat Scratchin' book video and text with plans to launch in January. I've learned a lot that will help to make this an even better and bigger project. I hope that you will join me, even if you don't have a cat, if you share the info with friends and family who do, it will help to make it a huge success.
I am so grateful for all of you and your participation in this project. I could not have done it without you. I hope your holidays are wonderful. The past year has been exceptional for me, thanks to all of you.
XX- Linda
NOTE: If you don't want to do the snail mail/old skool check route, I do have an etsy shop and you can buy books by clicking here.
My new goal is to have most of the remaining books either sold or in rescue groups hands to sell by Feb. I think it is entirely possible. Why not?
I'm busy working on several commissions that must be done and shipped before Christmas. I'm well on my way to being finished sometime this week. Will share some of those AFTER the holidays. Don't want to spoil any secrets!
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Ipswich, Suffolk, UK – CallScripter, an industry leading contact center scripting software solutions provider, today announced it has been selected by Avaya, a global provider of business collaboration and communication solutions, for membership as a Technology Partner in the Avaya DevConnect program.
CallScripter is the developer of a next generation web-based agent scripting application, which enables rapid set-up and deployment, improved call handling and sophisticated reporting of advanced inbound and outbound campaigns controlled via one easy-to-use and highly configurable graphical user interface. As a DevConnect Technology Partner, CallScripter expects to deliver proven interoperability of their solutions with Avaya's contact center portfolio, so that companies can offer comprehensive solutions that overcome key industry challenges.
The Avaya DevConnect program promotes the development, compliance testing and co-marketing of innovative third-party solutions that are compatible with standards-based Avaya solutions. Member organizations have expertise in a broad range of capabilities – spanning collaboration, management, analytics, reporting and communications-enabled business process applications – helping joint customers extend the value of their collaboration and contact center investments and accelerate the speed at which their organization delivers true value to the bottom line.
We are happy to be a part of Avaya's DevConnect Program so we can expand our market reach and continue to develop our innovative agent scripting technology," said David Everett, Commercial Director of CallScripter. "By building on Avaya resources and working more closely with the company to deliver compliance-tested solutions to the market, we are able to improve speed time to deployment so businesses can quickly realise a benefit to their bottom line."
The Avaya DevConnect program currently includes thousands of software and hardware developer companies, integrators, service providers and customers. Members have created a broad array of innovative solutions tested for Avaya compliance, including natural language speech recognition applications, mobile and emergency notification services, specialized computer telephony integration and reporting capabilities, and applications tailored for specific vertical industries.
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Old Mill has frustrated Arundel so many times in playoff games. The Wildcats are 0-4 in the last 10 years and never beat the Patriots in a postseason matchup.
Until Friday night.
That's when No. 10 Arundel rallied to shock No. 2 Old Mill, 25-22, in a Class 4A East Region first-round game. Old Mill took the lead three times, but the visiting Wildcats kept coming back and won it when quarterback Anthony Messenger threw a 22-yard touchdown pass to Don Keith with 1 minute, 12 seconds remaining.
"We just believed in each other," said Messenger. "We were relentless. We've been through too much. Adversity is the name of the game [for us]."
Arundel (9-2) advances to play No. 8 Meade in the second round next weekend. The Mustangs beat Broadneck, 41-31, in their matchup Friday night.
"It's all happened to us," said Arundel coach Chuck Markiewicz about his team's playoff problems with Old Mill, shaking his head. "But we've worked hard to get here. That's a good football team over there."
The Patriots took the lead at 7-0, 14-7 and 22-19. But Arundel simply wouldn't quit.
Messenger kept the offense moving, especially in the second half, when the Wildcats scored 18 of their 25 points. He directed three touchdown drives in the final two quarters. Jordan Stewart (nine catches, 66 yards) led the way, along with John Dodd (five catches, 55 yards) and Larry Barnes (five catches, 70 yards). Messenger's clutch passing in the second half kept Arundel alive.
The Wildcats trailed, 14-7, at halftime but took the lead when Diondre Wallace twice ran for 1-yard touchdowns in the third quarter. Arundel lost kicker Isaiah Watson to a first-half leg injury and missed extra-point chances on the third period scores and held a 19-14 lead after three.
Old Mill tried to rally, but Andrew Cassard picked off quarterback Brady Ludwig's pass at the 1-yard line early in the fourth quarter. The Patriots finished the job later in the period when Ludwig threw a 15-yard touchdown pass to Devin Salisbury on fourth-and-6.
Ludwig's 2-point conversion pass to Chris Huie gave the Patriots a 22-19 lead with 4:38 left. Messenger then marched the Wildcats 79 yards on 14 plays, capping it with a 22-yard pass to Keith — his second touchdown catch of the game — down the right sideline.
"We thought the corner was going to bite," Keith said. "The corner bit and it was wide open. I love it."
Old Mill had a chance to force overtime on one final drive, but kicker Brady Hannon pulled a 35-yard field goal wide right with 2.5 seconds left. That ended the Old Mill jinx for Arundel.
Class 4A East Region Playoff
No. 10 Arundel 25, No. 2 Old Mill 22
O- Franklin 4 run (Hannon kick)
A- Keith 7 pass from Messenger (Watson kick)
O- Hicks 2 run (Hannon kick)
A- Wallace 1 run (kick blocked)
A- Wallace 1 run (pass failed)
O- Salisbury 15 pass from Ludwig (Huie pass from Ludwig)
A- Keith 22 pass from Messenger (kick failed)


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Evidence is just pouring in. There's no way to deny it. Any rationally thinking person knows it to be true. Maryland Governor, Martin O'Malley is on crack. How else can you explain the litany of events that have occurred in the last several weeks? John Grisham couldn't even come up with this stuff on his own.
Save the Criminals!
O'Malley's first "What the hell" is when he said that we needed to show some individual human dignity to thugs who shoot grandmothers in the head while their grandchildren watch on, because the death penalty is inherently unjust against criminals. O'Malley seems to believe that unwanted babies are disposable, but he sure loves his criminals
Speaking of criminals, O'Malley is getting ready to sign a bill that will allow convicted felons the right to vote, especially if the want to vote democratic, which most of them do. This pushes the Democrats closer to their dream of a lawless society.
Let 'em Go to School!
Speaking of criminals, Martin O'Malley backs a bill that will allow illegal aliens (these are people that came to this country illegally!), the right to attend Maryland public colleges paying in-state tuition. These are people who do not pay taxes, because they cannot obtain a social security number if they are illegal aliens, in order to pay taxes in the first place. These are people who are criminals that should either be deported or imprisoned.
Speaking of criminals, Martin O'Malley and the Maryland General Assembly are against a bill that would create a paper trail for the Diebold voting machines. Why would need a paper trail? No one would break the law and vote twice or use a dead person's name? Surely not the good unemployed people of Baltimore, where Parris Glendening received more votes than there were registered voters.
Good Job, O'Malley
Gonzales Research and Marketing Strategies released a poll today that showed that O'Malley's job approval rate is 52%. Oddly enough, this is about 10 percentage points lower than Bob Ehrlich's approval rating when he left office. So the people that like Ehrlich, but voted for O'Malley, don't actually approve of O'Malley's performance? Here's one of those "you get what you asked for" kind of deals.


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Losing teeth and winning an award
It's fair to say that Monkey has ridden an emotional rollercoaster this last week. He's been losing teeth and winning an award. He's never-ceasing to amaze me, almost on a daily basis. But the teeth, wow the teeth! He's lost two teeth in the last week, both of his front top… Continue reading »


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The Three Most Common Biblical Creation Models are: The "Gap" theory; the "Age-Day" theory and the "Literalist" theory (in which the original universe, including earth were created in six literal days about 6011 years ago)
Problem: That death was in the world before Adam sinned.
Solution: Sin (iniquity) was found in Lucifer. (Isaiah 14:16-17; Ezekiel 28:11-19)
At some point (in Genesis 1:2) the Holy Spirit began brooding over the waters covering the earth as God began to create the earth as a home for man and the life we see about us. When Adam disobeyed God and obeyed Lucifer, he forfeited all that God had given him to Lucifer, and that old serpent became 'god of this world' (2 Corinthians 4:4) over which he has no right (Psalm 24:1; 1 Corinthians 10:26) and to whom Adam by nature became servant and the earth itself came under a curse.
This theory regards the first two verses of Genesis as that of the original creation in its raw state as from nothing, while the remaining part of the chapter is a formation and organization of the matter thus created. Genesis 1:1-2 is merely an introductory statement of fact, with each creative day being an indeterminate period or era of time. This is based on verses like 2 Peter3:8 which equates a thousand years as a day. These "era's" are the geologic era's t hat fit into modern scientific theories. How long it was, we do not know but ample space is given to all the requisitions of geology.
(1). The Scripture says that each day of the creation week is "an evening and a morning."
(2). The geologic era's of science do not correspond to the same order that life appears in the scripture.
(3). Plant life was made before there was sunshine. If the age-day theory is correct then plant life survived an era or at least a thousand years without it.
Solution: none
This theory says that the entire universe was created by God in 6 equal twenty four hour days about 6,011 years ago according to Ussher's Chronology.
Genesis 1:1-2 is an introductory statement showing the earth at the outset, like a lump of clay that God began to squeeze and form into the earth we live in today. Proponents of this theory often say that it is futile to question creation for God said "Where were you when I laid the foundations of the earth?" (Job 38:4) and "the secret things belong to the Lord our God, but those things which are revealed belong to us and to our children forever, that we may do all the words of this law." (Deuteronomy 29:29)
Problem: The stars & 'sons of God' were witness to the creation of the earth. (Job 38:6, 7) How can this be if the stars weren't created until the fourth day? See other problems.
Genesis 1:10: "And God called the dry land Earth"
The gap in the creation story is between Genesis 1:1 and 1:2 for it says-(Genesis 1:2) "And the earth [**was] without form and void; and darkness was upon the face of the deep. And the Spirit of God moved upon the face of the waters."
The word vain is from the Heb. word pronounced toòhuò or to'-hoo. Same word used in Genesis 1:2:
And the earth was without form ( toòhuò or to'-hoo) which comes from an unused root meaning to lie waste; a desolation (of surface), that is, desert; figuratively a worthless thing; adverbially in vain:—confusion, empty place, without form, nothing, nought, vain, vanity, waste, wilderness and void (boòhuò or bo'-hoo) comes from an unused root meaning to be empty; a vacuity, that is, (superficially) an undistinguishable ruin:—emptiness, void.and darkness (khoh-shek') was upon the face of the deep.From the dark; hence (literally) darkness; figuratively misery, destruction, death, ignorance, sorrow, wickedness:—dark (-ness), night, obscurity.
How do Young Earth Creationists (YEC) reconcile the state of the earth in Genesis 1:2 to a God who Creates all things good?
Now if God said He didn't create the earth in vain, (toòhuò or to'-hoo) who are we to say that He did? This is a state that the earth came into after it's original creation.


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Friday, March 21, 2008
Daily Driven: 1975 Honda Civic CVCC
It's rare that we see well-preserved 70s Japanese imports on the street these days. After all, this '75 Civic (or is it a '76?) is thirty-three years old today.
Many of these cars weren't treated so nicely to begin with, and after 30 years of parking on the street or enduring Midwest winters (along with rolling over their odometers 3 or 4 times), they are looking pretty beat. Most have sadly met their maker already or are continuing to rust away in a junkyard near you.
We do still see some good examples of '70s era Toyotas and Datsuns, but early Civics in good condition are almost unheard of. I did see a gorgeous first-year '74 Civic at the JCCS show a few years back, and that one stands out because it's just about the only really pristine one I can picture. Most of them are looking pretty rough around the edges, like this '76 CVCC featured by Jalopnik in their "Down On The Street" series.
I was sort of tempted to leave a note on this car's windsheild, and now I'm almost regretting I didn't. This model looks almost exactly like the car in the original CVCC advertisement above! If any of you live out in the avenues of San Francisco, track this one down, talk the owner into selling it to you, and show up with it for Motoring J Style on May 24th. This one would turn a lot of heads.
7 comments:
- Terry said...
Hey there! I'm the owner, and I sadly need to sell the car. It needs a rebuild, but so much else has been fixed on it the last 30K miles, that an appraiser deemed it worth fixing on a purely practical basis.
The car only has 77K miles on it, since it sat in a garage for 25 years. I am the recent, and third, owner.
Any suggestions on how I can find it an appreciative home yet still get a decent price for it?
I have great affection for this car, but I've fallen on hard financial times, and since I moved to a neighborhood with better parking, I can't justify the rebuild expense.
For someone with a better cash flow... the car will pay for itself with easy parking and avoided parking tickets. I know I save at least $700/yr!
Thanks ahead of time!
- May 19, 2009 at 1:29 AM
- Randy said...
I came across your car while doing a Google search. I always thought that this would be an interesting car to have. Are you still selling it, where is it located and how much are you asking? I am the kind of person that would give this car a good home and likely use it a well maintained daily driver. Ironically this car is just a few years younger then I am.
I look forward to your response. Thanks.
- June 25, 2009 at 12:11 PM
- Terry said...
Hi Randy,
Gosh... yes it's for sale, but I don't want to be tacky and conduct negotiations here on this fine blog.
Since I don't see a way to email you directly, the ball's in your court...
You find my email, and see more pictures here...
Thanks for the interest!
- June 25, 2009 at 8:19 PM
- Marz said...
I have a 1975 CVCC, blue. I love these cars so much.
- January 1, 2012 at 11:53 AM
- Unknown said...
Is this still for sale? I might have been the second owner of this car and miss it terribly.
- December 7, 2012 at 9:04 AM
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- December 7, 2012 at 9:05 AM
- Unknown said...
Is this still for sale? I might have been the second owner of this car and miss it terribly.
- December 7, 2012 at 9:05 AM


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Volkswagen introduces the digital world to the Golf.
Typical of "Think New".
Connected Community
The 2017 Golf, with its optimum connectivity, is ideal for a digital
lifestyle, with a comprehensive range of online services to make
life easier and safer.
The key to the digital world
Fitted with the latest generation of infotainment systems, the Golf has the key to the digital world – it connects to current Apple and Android smartphones via App Connect as a matter of course. In addition to MirrorLink™ (Android), App Connect can now also integrate CarPlay™ (Apple) and Android Auto™ (Google) into vehicle infotainment systems. In the Golf, the driver or front seat passenger can simply put their smartphone in a redesigned, innovative storage compartment with an interface for mobile telephones. The highlight of this is that the phone can be charged and coupled to the vehicle's external antenna inductively – i.e., without cables.
The Media Control app can be used to control many of the infotainment system's functions conveniently from your own tablet – which is connected to the car's WiFi hotspot – allowing children in the back to choose the music they want to listen to, for example, or, you can use the infotainment system to choose which videos they watch. Media Control is thus transformed into a rear seat entertainment system.
Car-Net –
increased safety and comfort
Guide & Inform
The package includes an extensive range of Internet services such as Online Traffic Information with precise up-to-the-minute information on traffic jams or the Online POI Search, the "Fuel Info" search function for nearby filling stations with current fuel prices or the display of free parking spaces in your area. Google Streetview and Google Earth help you find your way on the road with even greater ease.
Security & Service
The Emergency Call Service and Automatic Accident Notification make sure that you stay safe if the worst comes to the worst. With the Emergency Call Service, the driver can use the infotainment system to contact a Volkswagen Call Centre, which can then arrange for prompt assistance or medical attention, while the Golf automatically sends the vehicle data and its location to the call centre. The online Parking Position service can really help make life easier, especially in town, and thanks to the Speed Alert service the Golf will even notify you if a defined speed is exceeded – very reassuring, not just for parents of learner drivers.
The new Golf is also the key to the world of Car-Net,
Volkswagen's mobile online services.
Fuel consumption:
Golf GTI Performance – The vehicle has not yet gone on sale.
It does not yet have type approval and therefore Directive 1999/94/EC does not apply.
Golf GTE – The vehicle has not yet gone on sale.
It does not yet have type approval and therefore Directive 1999/94/EC does not apply.
Golf 1.5 TSI – The vehicle has not yet gone on sale.
It does not yet have type approval and therefore Directive 1999/94/EC does not apply.


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On July 9th, I will be part of a group of storytellers telling scary stories at the Edmonton Municipal Cemetery. This program will be hosted by Stephanie Benger, and will also include stories by Pearl-Ann Gooding, Dawn Blue, Laura O'Connor, and Bethany Ellis. I don't know how scary the other stories are, but Stephanie asked me to retell 'The Night Doctors', which I have been told is one of the scariest of the ones I tell at Spooktacular (where we try to be really scary) so I think the even will be limited to adults and teens 13+ for a good reason.
The cemetery is at 118th Street and 107 Avenue, and the event starts at 8:30. Tickets are $20 cash. For more information, you can contact Stephanie at (780)489-9621 or email@example.com
On a completely off topic note, the Haiku word of the day for today over on the Write Idea forum is 'deciduous.' I thought, in honour of Canada Day, I'd share my haiku:
While the land is green
We wave flags glorifying


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After the initial IND is approved, how to oversee the IND if the sponsor makes significant changes to the study protocol?
First of all, any changes in the research protocol (protocol amendment or administrative letter) or patient informed consent form must be approved by the IRB (institutional Review Board) before the investigator or any sub-investigators put those changes into effect
Secondly, the protocol amendment needs to be submitted to FDA (immediately or through IND annual report). According to 21CFR312.30, the following requirements are stated:
"(b) Changes in a protocol. (1) A sponsor shall submit a protocol
amendment describing any change in a Phase 1 protocol that significantly
affects the safety of subjects or any change in a Phase 2 or 3 protocol
that significantly affects the safety of subjects, the scope of the
investigation, or the scientific quality of the study. Examples of
changes requiring an amendment under this paragraph include:
(i) Any increase in drug dosage or duration of exposure of
individual subjects to the drug beyond that in the current protocol, or
any significant increase in the number of subjects under study.
(ii) Any significant change in the design of a protocol (such as the
addition or dropping of a control group).
(iii) The addition of a new test or procedure that is intended to
improve monitoring for, or reduce the risk of, a side effect or adverse
event; or the dropping of a test intended to monitor safety.
(2)(i) A protocol change under paragraph (b)(1) of this section may
be made provided two conditions are met:
(a) The sponsor has submitted the change to FDA for its review; and
(b) The change has been approved by the IRB with responsibility for
review and approval of the study. The sponsor may comply with these two
conditions in either order.
(ii) Notwithstanding paragraph (b)(2)(i) of this section, a protocol
change intended to eliminate an apparent immediate hazard to subjects
may be implemented immediately provided FDA is subsequently notified by
protocol amendment and the reviewing IRB is notified in accordance with
Sec. 56.104(c)."
IN FDA's compliance program guidance manual on 'clinical investigators and sponsor investigators',
there are the following statements:
"Protocol changes/amendments. During the course of a study, a protocol may be formally changed
by the sponsor. Such a change is usually prospectively planned and implemented in a systematic
fashion through a protocol amendment. Protocol amendments must be reviewed and approved by
the IRB, prior to implementation, and submitted to FDA. "
Not all protocol changes require the submission of a formal protocol amendment,
however, the sponsor's reporting responsibility depends on the nature of the
change. In practice, many companies adopt a conservative approach by reporting
virtually all protocol changes.


text: WASHINGTON: If one is to believe in NASA, humanity is likely to witness the first signs of alien life in the next 10 years or so.Addressing a panel discussion recently on the space agency's search for habitable worlds and alien life, NASA chief scientist Ellen Stofan said: "I think we are going to have strong indications of life beyond Earth within a decade, and I think we are going to have definitive evidence within 20 to 30 years." "We know where to look. We know how to look. In most cases, we have the technology, and we are on a path to implementing it. And so I think we're definitely on the road," he told the gathering. Recent discoveries suggest that the solar system and broader Milky Way galaxy teem with environments that could support life as we know it. For example, oceans of liquid water slosh beneath the icy shells of the Jupiter moons Europa and Ganymede, as well as that of the Saturn satellite Enceladus. "Oceans covered much of Mars in the ancient past, and seasonal dark streaks observed on the Red Planet's surface today may be caused by salty flowing water," Stofan added. NASA's Curiosity rover has found carbon-containing organic molecules and "fixed" nitrogen, basic ingredients necessary for Earth-like life on the Martian surface, Space.com reported. NASA's Kepler space telescope suggests that nearly every star in the sky hosts planets -- and many of these worlds may be habitable. "We can see water in the interstellar clouds from which planetary systems and stellar systems form. We can see water in the disks of debris that are going to become planetary systems around other stars," informed Paul Hertz, director of NASA's Astrophysics Division. NASA's next Mars rover, scheduled for launch in 2020, will search for signs of past life and cache samples for a possible return to Earth for analysis. NASA also aims to land astronauts on Mars in the 2030s. It is also planning a mission to Jupiter's moon Europa which may launch as early as 2022. "I think we are one generation away in our solar system, whether it is on an icy moon or on Mars, and one generation (away) on a planet around a nearby star," noted former astronaut John Grunsfeld, associate administrator for NASA's Science Mission Directorate. — IANS. BSource: Article