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Cynthia is strongly influenced by her time living in Japan and the Middle East. Her logo here is a Japanese Kanji for Ornare, to adorn.
About Cynthia Vogt:
Cynthia has been quilting for over twenty years, but she is a newcomer to the world of Art Quilts, having created her first piece in 2005. She has been fortunate to live overseas much of the last twelve years. Her two years in Japan have especially influenced the direction her quilts have taken, both in design and materials.
Cynthia's first Art Quilt, "Shin-Gyo-So", was juried into the Husqvarna Viking Gallery of Quilt Art 2005 Masterpieces "Art Takes Shape" exhibit, and recently returned from an international tour. Her quilt "Yatsuhashi" was exhibited in the Mid-Atlantic Qult Show in 2007, and named a winner at the Houston International Quilt Festival in 2007 (Third Place, Art Abstract Small). "Kirehashi" is her most recent work.
Cynthia is a member of the International Quilt Association and Studio Art Quilt Associates. She now resides in Yorktown, Virginia, with her husband, youngest son, and pesky Scottish terrier.
Cynthia L. Vogt
136 Cross Pointe Court
Yorktown, VA 23693
Phone: 757-234-0747
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These ingenious java makers prove that there is more than one way to brew the perfect cup of coffee. Whether you want to start your day with an instant cup of joe or you prefer a more intricate brewing process, there are a number of coffee makers designed to meet every possible need.
For those who are looking for a way to cut down on their brewing time, there are a number of coffee makers that include high-tech features and futuristic capabilities. For example, there are connected coffee makers that will allow you to turn on your device directly from your smartphone for remote brewing purposes. There are also smart coffee devices that will automatically bring down the temperature of your drink to provide instant iced-coffee.
However, now consumers are interested in high-tech java makers. For those who appreciate a quality brew, there are coffee makers that offer a more minimalist option. From 8-hour coffee brewers to cafe-quality machines, there are a number of devices that are designed to give you the ultimate cup of joe.
Earthy Espresso Makers
Barista-Replacing Vending Machines
Wood Block Brewers
Steampunk Contraption Cafes
Smart Home Coffee Roasters

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We are delighted to announce that we rank #42 on Washington's 100 Fastest-Growing Private Companies list by Puget Sound Business Journal!
Co-partners Matt Munson (our Chief Operating Officer) and Will Iverson (our Chief Technology Officer) accepted the award on behalf of our team at a sold-out awards banquet in Seattle earlier this month.
On winning the award, Will said, "It's a really, really nice marker for us. We don't wake up in the morning thinking about what awards we are going to win, but it really helps us benchmark how we are doing in a fun way!"
This award is meaningful to us because we believe it's a testament to the dedication and passion that our team and clients contribute to the Dev9 experience.
"We started with an idea – providing best in class software development, using Continuous Delivery as a roadmap. That resonates with people as a vision, and from there it's just a matter of treating people well," said Will.
While rapid growth is great, it remains just that unless there's a means to sustaining that growth and we recognize what that entails. "We will keep focusing on our strengths, which include core software development and automation," Will noted. "New platforms drive new opportunities for revenue and growth for our clients, and so we are always investing."
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Hey Lovelies, summer is finally upon us and I've racked up a list of movies you could binge-watch this weekend or on those long summer nights where you just feel like staying in. Feel nostalgic and want to watch some popular 90s flicks? Well, look no further because I've compiled a list of the best 90s movies you could binge-watch all weekend!
10 Things I Hate About You
The many reasons to watch 10 Things I Hate About You...well hunty can we first talk Heath Ledger? Yes. One of the many reasons to watch is...Heath Ledger. Honestly though, 10 Things I Hate About You is one of those must watch 90s teen flicks. It's one of my all-time favorites and it's one of those many movies that has you completely embracing your inner 90's, girl.
Clueless is a classic 90s teen flick! If you haven't watched it, you definitely should this weekend. It's such a funny film that basically follows the life and circumstances surrounding this rich high school student, Cher Horowitz, and her friends. All tying in the crazy thing that is high-school and "coming of age". It's such a funny and dramatic must-see this weekend.
Big Daddy
This film is another one of my favorites. Big Daddy is such a funny film that follows the adventures of a lazy irresponsible man, Sonny Koufax, played by Adam Sandler and a 5-year-old boy he adopts named Julian played by Dylan and Cole Sprouse...more of a reason to watch because the Sprouse Twins as kids were freaking adorable.
Never Been Kissed
Never Been Kissed is a must-watch 90's rom-com starring Drew Barrymore as Josie Geller, a junior writer at the Chicago Sun-Times who must pose as a student at her former high-school to research teenage culture for her article. It's real cheesy, but funny and dramatic things happen in the midst of it all, which is why you should watch it this weekend.
Fight Club
Fight Club is a must-see because it's such a great film. It can be interpreted differently, but from my perspective, it's a film where men join together on the common realization of their hatred for the hypocrisy in society and form an underground fight club. These men basically fight each other, which they enjoy and take things to the next level as their hatred for society grows. There is so much more to it than that, which you must watch to understand. But, also Brad Pitt is in it...more of a reason to watch.
Mrs. Doubtfire
Mrs. Doubtfire is such a funny drama starring beloved, Robin Williams, as Daniel Hillard. Divorced from his wife, Daniel Hillard hatches an elaborate plan to spend time with his children by posing as a nanny, Mrs. Doubtfire. It's such a funny film, and you have to watch in order to see all the crazy things unfold.
Pretty Woman
Pretty Woman is the classic 90s rom-com. This classic is a full on twist on your basic Cinderella story, starring the likes of Julia Roberts and Richard Gere. An unlikely pair, a prostitute, and a wealthy businessman fall in love with one another. Yeah... if you haven't seen this classic 90's rom-com, you have to watch to see everything unfold.
Pulp Fiction
Pulp Fiction is a classic 90's crime drama starring the likes of John Travolta and Samuel L. Jackson. It's such an interesting film based on the lives of two mob hitmen, a gangster's wife, bandits and a boxer all entangled in violence and crime.
Sleepless in Seattle
Sleepless in Seattle is such a classic 90's romantic drama, starring the likes of Tom Hanks and Meg Ryan. This, as many others, is such a classic rom-com that managed to humorously comment on the unrealistic expectations of love and so much more.
The Parent Trap
The Parent Trap is one of my all-time favorite childhood movies! A must-see if you haven't seen it already...and if you haven't seen The Parent Trap, well hunty...where have you been? This is such a great film following the adventures of identical twins, Annie and Hallie who were separated at birth, and each raised by one of their biological parents. Later they manage to discover each other, they then swap lives...and it just gets crazier from there. You have to see this film, whether it's for the first time or again, it's literally the best thing.
I literally love all of these movies, but let me know below which one of these 90's flicks is your favorite?


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CrossFit is a strength and conditioning program that uses a variation of exercises. Includes a mixture of cardio and weights. The different exercises include running, rowing, jump rope, weightlifting and rope climbing. CrossFit also incorporates barbells, dumbbells, pull-up bars, kettlebells, medicine balls and box jumps.
CrossFit is a new language to some people and trying to keep up with the verbiage can be confusing. So, take a look at our FAQ's page for all your unanswered questions and get familiarized with the lingo.
Eating healthy and the right foods are necessary to benefit most from CrossFit. Paleo and The Zone diet are two popular trends.
World-Class Fitness in 100 Words:
"Eat meat and vegetables, nuts and seeds, some fruit, little starch and no sugar. Keep intake to levels that will support exercise but not body fat. Practice and train major lifts: Dead lift, clean, squat, presses, C&J, and snatch. Similarly, master the basics of gymnastics: pull-ups, dips, rope climb, push-ups, sit-ups, presses to handstand, pirouettes, flips, splits, and holds. Bike, run, swim, row, etc, hard and fast. Five or six days per week mix these elements in as many combinations and patterns as creativity will allow. Routine is the enemy. Keep workouts short and intense. Regularly learn and play new sports."
-Coach Glassman (Courtesy of CrossFit Inc.)
Metabolic Pathways (The Science)
There are three metabolic pathways that provide the energy for all human action. These "metabolic engines" are known as the phosphagen pathway, theglycolytic pathway, and the oxidative pathway. The first, the phosphagen, dominates the highest-powered activities, those that last less than about ten seconds. The second pathway, the glycolytic, dominates moderate-powered activities, those that last up to several minutes. The third pathway, the oxidative, dominates the low-powered activities, those that last in excess of several minutes. Total fitness, the fitness that CrossFit promotes and develops, requires competency and training in each of these three pathways or engines. Balancing the effects of these three pathways largely determines the how and why of the metabolic conditioning or "cardio" that we do at CrossFit. Favoring one or two to the exclusion of the others and not recognizing the impact of excessive training in the oxidative pathway are arguably the two most common faults in fitness training.
*Info Courtesy of CrossFit Inc.
The 10 Elements of Fitness
Cardiovascular/ respiratory endurance – The ability of body systems to gather, process, and deliver oxygen.
Stamina – The ability of body systems to process, deliver, store, and utilize energy.
Strength – The ability of a muscular unit, or combination of muscular units, to apply force.
Flexibility – The ability to maximize the range of motion at a given joint.
Power – The ability of a muscular unit, or combination of muscular units, to apply maximum force in minimum time.
Speed – The ability to minimize the time cycle of a repeated movement.
Coordination – The ability to combine several distinct movement patterns into a singular distinct movement.
Agility – The ability to minimize transition time from one movement pattern to another.
Balance – The ability to control the placement of the body's center of gravity in relation to its support base.
Accuracy – The ability to control movement in a given direction or at a given intensity.
*Info Courtesy of CrossFit Inc.


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Hello everyone,
Do I dare ask the question: Are you ready for the holidays??? Well I am not!
I do have a lot of hand made Christmas cards ready to go and some gift packaging ideas - mostly treat packaging for chocolates and candy. I do love to give gift cards too so holders are always fun to make.
Following this month's blog hop theme, I decided to make one project that incorporates the theme of a card and small package idea. And here it is!
I got this idea from Brandi's Cards and thought it brilliant. A gift card fits perfectly inside this little envelope on the front of the card. If you'd prefer, you could put the envelope on the inside instead.
What I really liked about this card is how easy it was to make and I love any card that uses left over pieces of Designer Series Paper. Also, you only need one stamp image and a set of framelits - you could use the circles, squares or ovals. Then, add any other embellishments you like.
To show you how this is put together, cause there is a great tip, I'll post a video next week. In the meantime, you could get your materials together and then make one while you watch.
Here are the basic materials you will need:
Real Red card base 5-1/2 x 4-1/4 inches.
Scrap piece: 3-3/4 x 5"
DSP: 3-3/4 x 5"
For the gift card: 4 x 3-3/8"
Glimmer paper strip: 1/2 x 5-1/2"
Choose a greeting and select an appropriate framelit set or you could use punches
Erica (me)
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4 oz white marshmallows (actually I think it doesn't matter if they are pink...)
4 oz cream caramels
4 oz butter
6 oz rice krispies (this is a whole packet!)
- Place the marshmallows, toffees and butter in a large non-stick pan and heat gently, stirring with a wooden spoon, until they are melted and the mixture is blended.
- Draw the pan off the heat.
- Add the rice krispies all at once and stir gently until they are all coated with caramel.
- Pour the mixture into a large shallow rectangular tin and press down evenly.
- Leave in a cool place until they have set firm, and then cut them into squares (using a plastic implement if you are using a non-stick baking tin).
- Store in an airtight tin. It's best to eat them fairly soon.


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Fresh carrots are very crisp with a youthful taste which means it is going to take very little to make it taste fabulous in a simply prepared carrot soup. These vibrant orange vegetables also provide a maximum amount of nutrition-high in fiber, loaded with Vitamin A (beta-carotene), and almost zero calories. Note: I do recommend purchasing organic carrots, common store bought carrots are loaded with pesticides and chemicals.
This soup is easy to prepare and is beautiful as a starter soup, to a good meal or a bowl for lunch with a tossed green salad. Proof that simple is often best.


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This is what it looks like when Steve Bazell, Chief Science & Health Correspondent from NBC Nightly News with Brian Williams, comes to Cupcake Royale to interview Jody about health care.
NOTE: Unlike our White House-themed fun with PhotoShop, this photo is not doctored. This is exactly how it went down yesterday here in Ballard.
On your far left you have a big time TV cameraman, immortalizing the cupcake goodness on celluloid. To his right, in the foreground, we have the one and only Jody Hall. Toward the back in the nice looking suit, we have none other than Steve Bazell. And finally, rockin' her sweet blue Vert shirt and some short denim cutoffs, you see froster extraordinaire, Ali Masterson. Ali was also filmed riding her cycle stallion down Market Street, her denim cutoffs topped off with a hot pink helmet.
Safety first. Killer style a very close second.
Don't be alarmed by the denim cutoffs. Ali is not a nevernude. Free cupcake to the FIRST person who posts the name of someone who IS a nevernude. HINT: It is exactly what it sounds like.
Anyway, in case you haven't heard, Jody Hall is REALLY into affordable, quality health care for all Americans, and she's been working hard to make it happen. First, she spent a year and a half traveling down to Oly on behalf of the Washington Small Business for Secure Health Care Coalition, a project of our pals over at Washington CAN! After spreading the good word around this Washington, she was invited to go to THAT Washington. The one where Obama lives. She went to his house, actually. The White one. She met with Nancy-Ann DeParle and Larry Summers about health care costs for small business owners. Check it HERE.
And now, NBC is hot to her game and came on out to feature her for the news. We'll let you know when it airs. As of now, could be a week...could be a month.
Wanna be a part of all this health care fun? We know you do. And that's why you're gonna join us in the sun on Saturday as we march from Pratt Park to Westlake Center in the name of Health Care for All in 2009. Jody will be there, and so will her baby mama, Kelly, and their baby boy, Truman. And so will Patty Murray. And so will Jim McDermott. So will I. And hopefully, so will you.
Now is the time. Get involved. Be heard. Make it happen.
WHAT: March for Health Care for all in 2009
WHEN: Saturday May 30 @ 12:30
WHERE: Starting at Pratt Park and ending at Westlake Center
WHO: You. Me. Us. Spread the word!
For more info, click HERE.
For a map, click HERE.
See you THERE.
Thursday, May 28, 2009
NBC Nightly News does Cupcake Royale
Posted by Cupcake Royale at 10:19 AM
Labels: health care, Keepin' it REAL, Politicakes, rabble-rousing
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Tobias is a nevernude!ReplyDelete
Cay wins! Cay wins! Send me an email and we'll get you hooked up with that free cupcake.ReplyDelete
We also would have accepted either of the two German members of Parliament, or the creator of Girls With Low Self-Esteem (played by Zach Braff).
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But they have not given up on me. Presumably they have a mouldering database of email addresses of old boys, many of whom have been dead for thirty years, which still includes mine. Anyway, they are still trying, and the invitation I had the other day was much more intriguing that the usual ones. It announced:
Prostate Awareness Roadshow and Social Evening...at the Rugger Clubhouse, "...not just a venue for sportsmen: it is the spiritual home of the Old Boys and has 6 changing rooms for simultaneous blood tests". I had no idea!
Besides a talk from a consultant urological surgeon, "...the evening will also be a social affair and a chance to meet old friends over a pint and and gastronomic delights". The blood test is optional.
Difficult to turn down such an entrancing offer. But I shall, I shall.


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Rose Rosenblatt and Marion Lipschutz (2010)
Marion Lipschutz and Rose Rosenblatt are filmmaking partners whose films include The Education the Shelby Knox (POV 2005), about a Baptist Texas teenager fighting for comprehensive sex education in her school, and Live Free or Die (POV 2000), the story of Wayne Goldner, a New Hampshire doctor who was banned from teaching in his children's schools because he provides abortions. They have also produced Fatherhood USA, a PBS miniseries exploring contemporary fatherhood, and The Abortion Pill, about the history and controversy over the French drug RU486. In this interview, the filmmakers talk about feminism and film, their collaborative filmmaking process and share their advice with young filmmakers.


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Tulane 91, Md.-Eastern Shore 62
Kendall Timmons scored 24 points and grabbed 15 rebounds to lead
Tulane to a 91-62 rout of Maryland-Eastern Shore on Friday night in
the season opener for both teams.
Timmons, who finished with six offensive rebounds, went 9 of 14
from the floor for the Green Wave. Kris Richard and Jordan Callahan
each had 13 points, while David Booker added 10 points.
It was the first meeting between the two schools for a
basketball game.
Tulane used an 8-0 run that spanned the first and second halves,
capped by Booker's layup to give it a 41-30 advantage. The Green
Wave's run was highlighted by Timmons' dunk and Ben Cherry's
Tulane took its largest lead at 31 when Kevin Thomas hit a
3-pointer with 38 seconds to play.
Kevin White led Maryland-Eastern Shore with 17 points. Dishawn
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Free service that lets you know about new books
Did you know that AnyNewBooks lets you know, for free, about any new books in the genres you select? I just discovered them. I've selected "children's" and "teen" book categories, and also Kindle ebooks. It sounds like a great way to regularly find out about new books being published.
Have you ever used this service before? Do you know of another one?


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Clue: Actor Fernando et al.
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- Alvino and Fernando
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Hi there
Anyone know any good community software preferably (open source) that has a platform (portal) containing forums, advertising/classified, blogs/article, events using single login to access this.
It's like BOONEX.COM sort of speak BUT it'spreferably open source and focused on MEMBER. I don't whether other portal application (JOOMLAH or others) can be focused on the MEMBER.
Thank you
# Solution 1
If you want to create a social networking site like orkut, facebook, etc... Then Boonex's Dolphin Community Builder would be an idle solution...
It has classifieds and all integrated within itself...
Link: www.boonex.com/products/do
Else you can use joomla (best opensource CMS) with many modules to customise it to your needs. Well, just consider these famous (both commercial and free ) modules for adding more stuff to your joomla site
* Joomla Community Builder - Community Solution
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* Classified Ads - Classified extension module
and many more...
Want a demo of some of them? visit this: http://www.joomlaportaldem


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Seymour Duncan Original HB-1 Blackouts Active Humbucker
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Seymour Duncan Blackouts are 9-volt active humbuckers that provide more extended frequency response with less compression. Seymour Duncan engineers have captured the tone players want in an active guitar pickup design with the benefits of balanced inputs.
Not only do Seymour Duncan Blackouts active humbuckers have less hum than most active humbuckers, they also have more lows, more highs, and more output. Simply put, the Blackouts have more tone than most active pickups. Players will find far fewer problems with hum, especially near computer monitors and fluorescent lighting.
Blackouts are available in individual neck and bridge models, or as a two-pickup set. All versions come with all necessary mounting hardware, including pots, jack, and a battery clip.
Put it in the cart.
Original HB-1 Blackouts Active Humbucker Specifications:
AHB-1 Blackout Neck Model Specifications
Resonant Frequency: 750 Hz
Average Output Voltage: 0.65 Volts RMS (1)
Maximum Output Voltage: 2.60 Volts RMS (2)
Noise: -97dBV
Output Impedance: 1K Ohm
Current Consumption: 350 micro-amperes
Battery Life: 1420 hours (3)
Preamp Topology: Discrete hybrid differential, FET input
Preamp Gain: 16 dB
Preamp THD at 1V: .003%
AHB-1 Blackout Bridge Model Specifications
Resonant Frequency: 530 Hz
Average Output Voltage: 2.00 Volts RMS (1)
Maximum Output Voltage: 2.60 Volts RMS (2)
Noise: -96dBV
Output Impedance: 1K Ohm
Current Consumption: 350 micro-amperes
Battery Life: 1420 hours (3)
Preamp Topology: Discrete hybrid differential, FET input
Preamp Gain: 18 dB
Preamp THD at 1V: .003%
(1) Output voltage measured under the following conditions:
a. Pickups installed in a guitar and set up for typical playing conditions.
b. Neck pickup adjusted approx. 3/16" from strings.
c. Bridge pickup adjusted approx. 1/8" from strings.
d. String gauge used - .010 to .046
e. Open E-chord strummed at moderate intensity.
f. 5 sample average reading taken using storage oscilloscope.
(2) Maximum output voltage is taken at the onset of clipping in the preamp when powered from a 9 Volt source.
Battery life computed for one pickup. Divide by two for life of set.


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AAEON, represented by Embedded Technologies , has released the PCM-8200, a computer board designed for low power consumption.
It supports the Intel Pentium M processor up to 1.60GHz with 400MHz FSB. System memory holds up to 1GB with DDR 333MHz. The computer board measures 8" x 5.75". The Intel 6300ESB I/O controller South Bridge provides the interface capabilities of two ports. It supports up to four USB ports.
The 48-bit dual channel LVDS supports high quality LCD display resolution. The TV out (NTSC & PAL) function extends the display options to CRT, LCD, and TV. One Type III mini PCI socket can be used for wireless LAN interface. Four multipurpose COM ports and digital I/O are also supported. Onboard Intel 82541 Ethernet offers a one-Gigabyte transferring speed.
It is suitable for dust/temperature-sensitive industrial automation applications and for space constrained environments such as in automobiles.


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Aldous Huxley Quotes About PrejudiceQuotes about: Prejudice
The mockery made him feel an outsider; and feeling an outsider he behaved like one, which increased the prejudice against him and intensified the contempt and hostility aroused by his physical defects. Which in turn increased his sense of being alien and alone. A chronic fear of being slighted made him avoid his equals, made him stand, where his inferiors were concerned, self-consciously on his dignity.
It is delightful to read on the spot the impressions and opinions of tourists who visited a hundred years ago, in the vehicles and with the aesthetic prejudices of the period, the places which you are visiting now. The voyage ceases to be a mere tour through space; you travel through time and thought as well.
Wherever we turn we find that the real obstacles to peace are human will and feeling, human convictions, prejudices, opinions. If we want to get rid of war we must get rid first of all of its psychological causes. Only when this has been done will the rulers of the nations even desire to get rid of the economic and political causes.
If the men of the Middle Ages... lived in filth and discomfort, it was not for any lack of ability to change their mode of life; it was because they chose to live this way, because filth and discomfort fitted in with their principles and prejudices, political, moral, and religious.... It was in the power of medieval... craftsmen to create armchairs and sofas that might have rivaled in comfort those of today
One of the great triumphs of the nineteenth century was to limit the connotation of the word "immoral" in such a way that, for practical purposes, only those were immoral who drank too much or made too copious love. Those who indulged in any or all of the other deadly sins could look down in righteous indignation on the lascivious and the gluttonous.... In the name of all lechers and boozers I most solemnly protest against the invidious distinction made to our prejudice.
Aldous Huxley
- Born: July 26, 1894
- Died: November 22, 1963
- Occupation: Writer
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A Battered Box, a Fearless Rescue and One Brash New Yorker… or What I Learned Photographing the People of "I am FedEx"
With the launch of a new FedEx employee recognition program called "I am FedEx", I was asked to photograph life sized portraits and wall hangings featuring FedEx employees across the company. The thing I like most about this concept is we're featuring the unsung heroes who perform the magic 'behind the curtain'. They are the everyday workers, the ones on the frontlines who produce by doing and being out in the field, hubs and stations every day.
There is a genuine aspect to the photographs combined with their own personal reflections on how FedEx has either affected their lives or perhaps, even more so, how they themselves have affected the success of FedEx. This gives the campaign real meaning beyond its taglines and it's been rewarding for both my colleague photographer Burt Pittman and myself to photograph these frontline wizards.
Of course it is not the easiest thing to put people in front of a camera and lights and get them to relax. But it's easier than sorting and delivering boxes; been there done that. Having that commonality of working in the hub before landing my current position as corporate photographer has helped me to relate to these individuals so they will hopefully reveal a bit of themselves.
The other plus is I get to put a face to some great stories, like Memphis Handler Ousmane Balde who brought his own prop to the shoot: a FedEx box. A FedEx box??? What? Is that a special photo prop, I asked. It's because Ousmane's battered and bruised prop is a keepsake. It's how he was able to get his immigration and naturalization papers safely shipped, after previous shippers had lost his papers and documents. He now works in the Memphis Hub, lives modestly and sends money home to his wife and kids in Africa. His dream is to someday bring them to their American home here in Memphis.
Then there's Shipping Agent Tammie Michels. On my way out after completing an interview and photo session for Tammie in Portland, Oregon — one of her coworkers pulled me aside and told me how Tammie received a Humanitarian Award. She never mentioned it during our interview. She was too modest to bring it up, but as it turns out, she saved a girl from a vicious dog attack even though she herself was mauled in the process.
Jim Robba is also one of the characters you'll never forget. He's a transplanted, boisterous New Yorker ("hello") working as a lead aircraft mechanic in Los Angeles. His hobby is rebuilding Ferraris. Robba, as he is quick to point out, is as gritty and authentic as they come. He sports earrings and tattoos and brings that no compromise Purple Promise New York attitude to motivate his team and yes, he leads by example. We have planes, trucks, tugs and more but our real assets are our people. Some of them are more comfortable than others revealing themselves and their stories, but when the connection is made and they forget the lights, camera and me, the expressions come, as they realize that their success is our success.
After all, we are – I am…FedEx.
Learn about about the passions, commitment and work of other FedEx team members at http://www.iamfedex.com/.
Excellent post, Cook! I knew you could take good pictures, but you're writing is fantastic!
Really conveys the emotion of the whole "I Am FedEx" initiative. It reinforces why we all love being "FedExers"!
Your portraits are wonderful. And yes, you're a good storyteller, too. Thanks for sharing. Best, Sarge
I just started at FedEx on June 1st. It's been a great experience beginning to learn everything and getting all the training. After reading this I knew even more so that beyond being a company that will be around for awhile, it is a company that cares. About it's employees and it's customers. I dabble in photography and it's nice to know the different directions I might be able to go if I learn more, apply myself, and be a part of the Purple Promise.
BZ Steve! Great photos and stories, I agree!


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A Boy Named Sue…Don't Say You Heard It From Me But, Did You Know…(Video)
Singer Johnny Cash had a Top 10 hit with a song called, "A Boy Named Sue". According to the U.S. Census Bureau, there are 45,298 boys named John Smith, 985 boys named James Bond, 104 boys named Harry Potter, 441 boys named George Bush, and 33 boys named Johnny Cash. There are less than 5 boys with the first name Sue..!!


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LOOKING TO MOVE TO CANADA? MAYERTHORPE VETERINARY SERVICES IS looking for a veterinarian to join our team! We are a busy 4 vet mixed animal clinic located just over an hour NW of Edmonton with a second small animal practice located 20 minutes NW in Whitecourt. Our caseload is predominantly small animal and beef cow calf, with some equine and small ruminants as well. All veterinarians in our practice need to be proficient with these species, but we also all have our own areas of special interest. For instance... several of our veterinarians do advanced orthopedics, such as TPLO's and fracture plating. The variety within our practice means no two days are the same and there is always something new to see and learn. While the clinic can be fast paced and intense, our staff are an amazing, fun group of people that are always good for a laugh when you need it! We make it a priority to maintain a collaborative environment, with mentorship for newer veterinarians as needed. We offer competitive salary, CE, dues paid, health benefits, compensation for afterhours call, which is shared between all vets. The clinic has in clinic large animal facilities, large and small animal ultrasound, digital x-ray and more. We also have experience with the paperwork required for American Veterinarians to work in Canada and will help you through the process. If you're interested, we would love to hear from you!
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Hemant Sabherwal, a senior banker in Deutsche Bank's equity syndicate team in Hong Kong, has departed after five years, a source familiar with the situation told FinanceAsia.
Sabherwal is the latest in a string of bankers to leave the German bank's syndicate desk in the past 12 months. The bank's head of equity syndicate, Sumeet Puri, left earlier this year, while director Yeone Fok departed last year.


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About us > Travel information
Airbus Helicopters, Inc. is located on the west side of the Grand Prairie Municipal Airport in the heart of the Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex. Our facility requires employees and visitors to wear identification badges at all times. All visitors will be issued a temporary identification badge upon entrance to the facility. Visitors arriving after regular business hours will be briefed on facility access requirements, prior to arrival.
Students attending the Maintenance Training courses should wear appropriate attire for hands-on workshop training. Dress code is business casual attire. For safety reasons, we ask that customers wear closed-toed shoes, as they will tour the facility and different workshops during the course program. For flight training it is recommended that customers bring a headset/ helmet, and if they prefer a flight suit, knee board, and gloves.
Airbus Helicopters, Inc. is located in Grand Prairie, Texas, situated between Dallas and Fort Worth. Driving directions from DFW International Airport:
Scroll down to view a list of recommended hotels in the area.
*Please note that this list is provided as a courtesy only, and that rates are subject to availability and may not be guaranteed. All transportation is at the discretion of the hotel management and arrangements must be personally made by the attendee. Airbus Helicopters, Inc. is not responsible for making or confirming hotel, airline or car rental reservations, nor liable for any costs incurred.
Candlewood Suites Arlington
Studio Suites
*$53.99 - $83.99
One bedroom Suites
*$83.99 - $113.99
Free transportation to and from Airbus Helicopters, Inc with advance request (Mon-Fri). All Suites have queen beds w/walk-in closets, fully equipped kitchens complete with full size refrigerators, microwaves, dishes and cooking utensils, Flat Screen TV with extended Cable TV. Complimentary Wi-Fi, Local Phone Calls, Washer/Dryers, and Onsite Fitness Center. Within walking distance to ten local restaurants. On seasonal Arlington Trolley to area attractions. Less than 4 miles from Airbus Helicopters, Inc.'s Training Center. IHG Reward Club Program. 8 miles from the DFW Airport.
Direct Booking, either call or email Jolene Panigot at 817-649-3336 ext. 462 or email firstname.lastname@example.com and ask for the Airbus Helicopters, Inc. Rates. Or use Corporate ID # 100193472 when booking online.
Crowne Plaza Arlington
The Crowne Plaza is located in less than 4 miles away from Airbus Helicopters, Inc in the heart of Arlington, Texas near Six Flags Over Texas, Hurricane Harbor, AT&T Stadium (Home of the Dallas Cowboys) and Globe Life Park (Home of the Texas Rangers). The hotel creates a relaxing atmosphere with modern and upscale amenities. Relax in our indoor, heated swimming pool and then grab a bite to eat at our restaurant, Equinox Grill & Bar. The hotel also features an onsite Starbucks, Hot Tub, Dry Sauna, Fitness Center, Business Center, and Laundry Facility. Each of our 184 suites come with complimentary Wi-Fi, Mini-Refrigerators, 37" Flat Screen TV's, Coffee Makers as well as an Iron & Ironing Board. The hotel provides complimentary transportation within a three mile radius of the hotel, including Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport. Come see why the Crowne Plaza Arlington is the ultimate place to relax and unwind in Arlington! Reservations can be made by calling Kim Granado at 817-394-5200 or via email at firstname.lastname@example.com. *Please ask for the $104.00 Airbus Helicopter rate or Corporate ID # 100193472.
Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham
Free transportation to and from Airbus Helicopters, Inc. with advance request. All suites have king bed w/ walk-in closet, fully equipped kitchens complete with full size refrigerator, oven & stove, microwave, dishes and cooking utensils, separate living area with 46" flat screen HDTV with extended Cable TV, work desk, sofa sleeper, fireplace, hairdryer, iron/board, patios or balcony. Complimentary Daily hot breakfast buffet and Manager's Reception served Monday – Thursday from 5PM to 7PM with open bar (mixed drinks, beer and wine) and light dinner. Complimentary: wireless & wired high-speed Internet, local calls. Outdoor pool w/ Jacuzzi, laundry facilities, fitness center, business center and sports court. On seasonal trolley to area attractions, restaurants & shopping. Wyndham Rewards Program.
Direct Booking, email Peggy Kahler at email@example.com
Hilton Arlington
Complimentary transportation to and from Airbus Helicopters, Inc. & DFW Airport. Guests receive a FULL complimentary hot breakfast buffet and free high-speed Internet. Full service hotel with new restaurant, R Bar and Grill. Complimentary transportation to and from Lincoln Square for wonderful shopping.
Direct Booking, email Angela Vu at email@example.com and ask for AHI Training (Airbus Helicopters, Inc.) rate. Or use corporate ID code 1360862 when booking online.
Holiday Inn Arlington
Complimentary Transportation to/from Airbus Helicopters, Inc., DFW Airport and Local Area attractions including restaurants, stadiums and shopping. Complimentary Breakfast in Sporting News Bar & Grill. Indoor Heated Pool and Hot Tub, Complimentary High-Speed Internet throughout hotel, Fitness Center with universal machine, free weights, elliptical and treadmills. Microwaves & Refrigerators in all rooms. We speak English and Spanish.
Holiday Inn Express Arlington Six Flags
*$79.00 plus tax
Free transportation to and from DFW Airport, the Airbus Facility and in a five mile radius of the hotel from 7am until 10pm. We are three miles from the Airbus Helicopter Facility and 12 miles from DFW Airport. Free Wi-Fi, Free hot breakfast buffet (sausage, bacon, eggs, fresh fruit, yogurt, pancakes and much more) and Free evening reception Tuesday and Wednesday evening 6:00p-7:30p (free beer, wine and light meal). Exercise facility, business center and coin operated laundry all on site. Microwaves and refrigerators in all rooms, 42" flat screen TVs, Keurigs, iron and ironing boards and Free local calls. To make reservations call Rebecca Diaz 817-640-5454 direct line 817-336-3322 or email me at Email: firstname.lastname@example.com
Home2 Suites by Hilton Dallas Grand Prairie
*1-29 nights $109
*30+ nights $99
Beautiful new all-suite hotel opened September 2016. We will provide complimentary transportation to and from Airbus Helicopters and within a 5 mile radius of the hotel. Please schedule all transportation arrangements 24 hours in advance to minimize wait times, 7am-9pm. Kitchenette with full size refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher, dishes and utensils, cooktop provided upon request. Each guest room will also feature a living area in addition to the sleeping area. Hot breakfast and WIFI are included. Multiple outdoor spaces including outdoor lounge with fire pit, outdoor swimming pool and 2 gas BBQ grills for our guest's enjoyment. Onsite gym and laundry facility. Located 3 miles from Airbus Helicopters with 2 malls, 2 grocery stores, 3 movie theaters, and over 40 restaurants within 5 miles. HHonors Hotel Rewards Program.
Email Melissa Byrd at, email@example.com
Homewood Suites by Hilton Dallas-Arlington
*$99.00 - $119.00
No Transportation. All suites w/ separate sleeping & Living areas, Sleeper sofa, & Fully equipped kitchen. Separate bedroom features ceiling fan & private bath. Complimentary: Breakfast buffet, "Welcome Home" reception Mon-Thursday with full dinner, beer & wine, HS internet, Heated indoor pool, outdoor sitting area, Local & 800 calls, Voice mail, exercise facility, 24-hour sweet shop, & laundry facilities.
Hyatt Place - Arlington
*$79.00 - $89.00
Free Transportation to & from Airbus Helicopters, Inc. & DFW Airport, and local attractions/restaurants within 5 miles of the hotel. Come see our NEWLY Renovated Guest Rooms and Public Areas. 6 miles from training facility. Complimentary Hot Skillet Breakfast. Complimentary WI-FI, Local and 1-800 calls, outdoor pool & workout facility. Available 24/HR Starbucks's specialty coffee, the new Gallery Menu Fresh 24/7 (prepared when you order), full bar open from 11:00 AM-12:00 AM.
Hyatt Place - Grand Prairie
Free transportation to and From DFW airport and Airbus Helicopters, Inc. 7am-10pm daily. Suite-style rooms w/ Hyatt grand bed, cozy corner sleeper sofa & Separate living area. 42" plasma TV's featuring Hyatt's Plug-N-Play, Mini-refrigerators, coffee makers, and desk space in all rooms. Complimentary: Hot breakfast, WI-Fi, local and 1-800 calls, pool and workout facility. Microwaves upon request. Available: 24 HR Starbucks's specialty coffees and 24-hour food service. Full bar open until midnight.
To make your reservations, use BOOKING CODE: AIRB
La Quinta Inn and Suites Arlington 6-Flags
*$89.00 Plus tax (suite upgrade 5+ nights)
*$109 Package rate including $20 meal/bar credit
Transportation from DFW airport and to Airbus Helicopters, Inc., and 5 mile radius of hotel. Free Suite upgrade for 5+ night stays. Complimentary Deluxe Continental Breakfast (Hot waffles, eggs sausage, biscuits and gravy mixed fruit & more). Lobby bar and grill in hotel. Room service available. Pillow top mattresses in every room. Refrigerator and microwave in every room. Complimentary local calls & 800 # access. Free WIFI, HD TV's and HD channels. Hair dryer, coffee machine, iron & full size ironing board in each room. Hot tub, outdoor pool and kids splash zone. Fitness Center and Business Center. Pet friendly environment (under 35 lb.). 4100 sq. ft. meeting space for meetings and catering. Si hablas espanol.
Direct Booking, call Bill Mckenzie at 817-640-4142, Cell 817-714-7006 or Email: firstname.lastname@example.com
La Quinta Inn and Suites South Grand Prairie
Free Shuttle Transportation to Airbus Helicopters, Inc. and five mile radius of hotel, 7am-9pm daily. Please schedule shuttle service in advance to minimize wait times. Complimentary hot breakfast buffet & Manager's reception on Wednesday with complimentary beer/wine. 100% non-smoking. Each over-sized room has a microwave & refrigerator, 42" LCD-HD TVs, Free WIFI, business center, fitness center, outdoor pool and Jacuzzi. Conveniently located near great restaurants and shopping like Premium Outlets of Grand Prairie, Parks Mall and the Arlington Highlands.
Email Brandi Abshire-Johnson at, firstname.lastname@example.com
Residence Inn by Marriott
*$99.00 - $123.00
Free transportation to and from Airbus Helicopters, Inc. from 7:00 AM-5:00 PM, Monday-Friday (please inquire at front desk for reservations at least one day in advance). Complimentary daily hot buffet breakfast and complimentary evening social hours, Monday-Thursday 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM, including Full dinner service with beer and wine. On site coin-operated laundry facility and valet service, complimentary on site-fitness room and beautiful outdoor heated pool.


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Ole Sports will be running various after school sporting clubs during term 1 for children aged 4-12. Our programs will be held at various primary schools across Perth, directly after school on the ovals/sports fields. Please note that certain venues run for 8 weeks in length.
During the course of the program we will teach the children new skills, develop their game playing abilities and have loads of fun playing small sided games with our inflatables and skills stations. We put a lot of emphasis on sportsmanship and teaching the importance of hydration and nutrition throughout each session. We also give an award each week to the "Star of the Day".


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Are you constantly searching for tips that can help you incorporate healthy eating into your family's eating habits? If so, wouldn't you like to get the type of information you are looking for delivered right to your email inbox? Consider signing up for a few – or several – of the free e-newsletters dedicated to providing diet conscious individuals with healthy recipes and eating suggestions.
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When a person with an addiction makes the commitment to go into recovery they are faced with the important decision as to what type of treatment they will undergo. There are a number of different types of treatment centers that they can choose from based on the type of treatment, amenities and various other options. One of the biggest choices they can make is whether to go to public or private treatment center in California. This is a choice that they will make based on their financial situation and also the level of comfort and care that they feel they will need. Public and private options can both be effective ways to recover from an addiction but for people who need special care the private choice can be more beneficial to them.
The main difference between public and private treatment center in California is related to the cost of treatment and care. The private option is obviously more expensive, but some people are willing to pay the extra charges to enjoy a higher quality program. Being comfortable in the treatment center's environment is the best choice for lasting recovery. Private programs offer more in terms of amenities and choices, and provide a level of comfort that is a step above a public rehab program. If a struggling addict can afford the extra features of a private rehab, they can really benefit from the extra level of comfort. If they are comfortable enough then they are likely to stay as long as necessary in order to achieve a full recovery. An addict who is not satisfied with their treatment program could risk relapse if they do not complete all the necessary steps to becoming sober. Private rehab programs are usually the first choice for executive and high profile people who prefer the extra comfort and privacy.
There is nothing inferior about public rehab in relation to a private rehab, and it can work just as well as for many people that need help with their addictions. The private programs available are simply another method of recovery that offers more for the patients that are willing to pay more to ensure that they will be sober for a lifetime.


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Charity Seeks Origins of Language
A charity is launching a bid to track down the geographical origins of the English language and is asking for the public to nominate places.
The English Project is stepping up its global search for locations that may at some time have shaped the way English is spoken and the words used today. The search for locations comes on the eve of English Language Day tomorrow - with this year's theme focusing on English as the global language.
The organisation has already published a book called A History Of The English Language In 100 Places that charts the origins of the language from Undley Common at Lakenheath, Suffolk, in 475 where arguably the first use of English was found on a bracteate, to text English which originated in Helsinki, Finland, in 1993.
"Our rich language has developed and continuously evolved since its beginnings, some time in the early fifth century. And we are very keen to explore just how significant a role geography has had in these changes," said Professor Bill Lucas, of The English Project. "We are keen to know about significant individual writers and speakers - and where they live or lived, where did English arrive in a new country? Where can a social or political trend best be marked? And where were important battles fought?
"What began as the language of the Angles, Saxons and Jutes on a small island has become a global property. It is owned and shaped by almost two billion English speakers across the Earth. Through an extraordinary combination of accidents, conquests and technological advances, English is now the language of the world."
"We have made an excellent start by publishing the new book," added Professor Christopher Mulvey, also from the project. "But there is so much more to know - and we want people to contribute by contacting us through our website."
Anyone wishing to contribute to the project can visit www.englishproject.org to share facts and locations.
The English Project is a national charity seeking to create the first ever museum for the English Language in Winchester, Hampshire. It is backed by well-known figures such as Melvyn Bragg and Jeremy Paxman.
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NBASLH PRAXIS Review
an Intensive Review for the Praxis Examination For Speech-Language Pathology
Click here to read a history of this course.
2019 Praxis Review
Register for the Upcoming NBASLH Praxis Review
Download the Praxis Review Brochure
Past Participants: Complete the Praxis Survey
About the Praxis Review
The National Black Association for Speech-Language and Hearing (NBASLH) is sponsoring its Annual Review Course in preparation for the Praxis II Examination in Speech-Language Pathology. The course has been sponsored since 1988 and is taught by an outstanding faculty of scholars who are experts and/or certified speech-language pathologists and audiologists.
The Intensive Review for the Praxis Examination was designed to target the topic areas identified by the Educational Testing Service Praxis Series as being the content included on the examination. In addition, there will be a special session on strategic test taking and craniofacial anomalies!


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Early each year, EDUCAUSE and the New Media Consortium produce a report on emerging technologies that are on the horizon - one year out; two to three years out; and four to five years out. This report is a valuable aggregation of new and emerging technologies that promise to impact education in the future.
For daily updates on online learning, educational technology and emerging technologies, I invite you to visit the blogs aggregated in the right column:
Online Learning Update
Educational Technology Blog
Techno-News Blog
Thursday, October 23, 2008
On the Horizon - the Horizon Report!
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Monday, August 15, 2016
Radio DJ Karen Bordador Uses Her Fame In A Wrong Way
By Alon Calinao Dy: Radio DJ Karen Bordador and her boyfriend Emilio Lim had been caught by police operatives in their condo unit in Pasig City last Aug. 13, who delivered ecstacy at various clubs in Metro Manila that worth approximately 3 million pesos.
In this report, of course, friends of Karen Bordador was shocked about the news as she used her influence in a wrong way. Until now, others can't believe that she is involved into drug trade.
However, netizens, are happy to know that police officers really did their job to catch those people who are into drugs. Big fish or small fish, it's all the same for as long as they've done criminal activities.
I don't think cops would invent stories that are not true, and people, who watched the news, saw the
marijuana, drug paraphernalia, money, and other evidences that would pinpoint them as those behind the proliferation of ecstacy at high-end clubs in Metro Manila.
Before Duterte administration, there were corrupt cops who used to invent stories without real evidences. But now, there are undercover cops who are honest and sincere in thei fight against illegal drugs.
President Duterte himself said that he would kill those corrupt cops who are into drugs. Over and over again, the president promised that he won't stop chasing criminals as long as there's still one drug lord or pusher out there doing drug trade.
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Tuesday, May 11, 2010
Top 10 List of Things I'd Do If I Had 1 Extra Child-Free Hour a Day
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I agree! I love the one about sleep, and just sitting reading and in the backyard. My kids are teenagers, but since I'm a full time nursing student I feel so guilty if I read anything other than a text book. I'd love to just read something mindless and entertaining! Great thoughts!ReplyDelete
Love it!!!ReplyDelete
I am definitely with you on the massage thing and the sitting in the sun with the iPod, among all the other things you listed!!!
The top of my list would probably be alone time with my hubby (since he's home right now)...definitely need some attention for me!!!
- AnonymousMay 11, 2010
Great list!ReplyDelete
- AnonymousMay 11, 2010
I 100% agree with your entire list, especially the weekly massage!ReplyDelete
Love it! But I'd flip the list and put sleep on top!ReplyDelete
Can I save my daily hours up and use them all in one day?!? I could get a lot more done! I'd probably just end up sitting on the couch, loving the silence!ReplyDelete
Completely agree! Especially with sleep and a massage!ReplyDelete
Hey...#1 has a list of like 7! Also, can you please mention me in your novel somewhere. I'm sure you can find a spot for me. I want fame and recognition, just don't feel like doing anything about it :)ReplyDelete
SLEEP SLEEP AND SLEEP!ReplyDelete
I don't have any kids yet although I will in about 5 weeks, but I am sure I wold agree with you in every way with that list! :)ReplyDelete
Number 1 is my favorite. I hate feeling "obligated" to do some of those things.ReplyDelete
I can totally relate to this. I have a 21 month old daughter and one year old puppy and both of them have a one second attention span and high interest in whatever they cannot have. I would have every single one of these things on my list. My biggest request is quiet. So much noise all the time...whining, crying, barking, whimpering, etc. I would like to sit outside or go for a walk...no tv, no talking to anyone, no radio, no phone.ReplyDelete
LOVE #1!!ReplyDelete
By the way... I think you have a super sweet blog! (Check my blog for details!)
a massage tops it but I bet I would sit around wondering what I should do to make best use of my time!!ReplyDelete
I think I would go to Starbucks, get myself a venti latte and then sit out in my yard with a book and read, in total peace and quiet. Pure luxury!ReplyDelete


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I have created PHP application which speaks to mysql for data placing & reading. now, I have 50 user who concurrently work on this application so can any one help me know what setting will help me process application very fast for users.
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"Tomatillos, lots of garlic and spicy jalapenos charred under the broiler give this salsa a rich, earthy flavor. If you like your salsa very hot, added...
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text: The Duffer Brother's "Stranger Things" pays homage to Spielberg or Zemeckis' character driven sci-fi movies from the 80's. It perfectly captures the era, and the sense of wonder and magic of "ET" or "Back to the Future". Though the show itself is pure Spielberg, the Austin synth band S U R V I V E's score borrows more heavily from John Carpenter, with a dash or two of Vangelis' score to "Blade Runner". The opening titles are spot on, simple and effective and augmented perfectly by the arpeggiated analog (sounding) synths. This score has just enough of a modern sensibility to keep it from merely being a rehash. S U R V I V E are obviously well versed historians of the synthesizer, and that's reflected in their good choices here. The whole packaged is super entertaining, highly recommended. Streaming now on Netflix. Buy S U R V I V E's music here.


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Preventable Childhood Illness on the Rise
The Centers for Disease Control reports that "since the 1980s, there's been a dramatic increase in the number of cases of pertussis, especially among teens (10–19 years of age) and babies less than 5 months of age. In 2005, there were more than 25,000 total reported cases."
Pertussis, also known as whooping cough, begins much like the common cold. It is most contagious before the coughing begins. As the disease progresses, violent coughing affects the ability to breathe, causing the loud whooping sound, and can lead to pneumonia or convulsions. More than 50 percent of infants under the age of one who contract whooping cough must be hospitalized. Death is rare, but 10 – 20 people in the United States die each year from pertussis.
Pertussis is one of several preventable childhood illnesses making a comeback in recent years, as an increasing number of parents are opting not to have their children immunized.
We've become rather complacent about diseases that have all but disappeared, while we wrestle with our fears about newer and more frightening monsters. These childhood vaccinations we so take for granted have changed the way we live and completely altered our expectations. Prior to the advent of vaccines to prevent pertussis, polio, tetanus, and other serious childhood diseases, it was commonplace to lose children in infancy or childhood.
If you have questions or concerns about the safety or effectiveness of childhood vaccinations, perform your own due diligence. Schedule an appointment with your family doctor or pediatrician. Get your information from reputable sources, and research the facts. Only after you've done all that will you be able to make an informed decision, one that is in the best interests of your family. Then it's up to you.
Additional Resources:
American Academy of Pediatrics
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
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Metadata Management – Not a Small Problem Anymore
At it's annual Symposium/ITExpo conference last year, Garner identified the "Top 10 Strategic Technology Trends" for the year. Their list correlates closely with the topics we've seen in industry presentations and conferences, and even the news media for most of this year. Guess what topped the list? AI and Advanced Machine Learning, with Intelligent Apps and Intelligent Things next on the list. Blockchains, mesh apps, and adaptive security are on the list too, but the limelight and broadest focus are on technologies that ingest data and spit out something new – with little human intervention. As Hadoop and other big data technologies have matured, the Data Lake architecture has evolved to allow firms to leverage their computing power against transactional/behavioral data to produce "Intelligent" systems and apps.
Hadoop and Data Lakes power the long-term technology trends: AI/Machine Learning, and "Intelligent" systems. Metadata management tools and processes are what keep your Data Lake from becoming the Data Swamp. Harnessing the power of data to drive value requires managing that data just like you would any other data asset. Just because you have a big data platform doesn't mean you can get away with dumping data in it with no organization or no method to communicate the organization and relationships to everyone who wants to use it.
It's no coincidence then, that Gartner also released their first-ever "Magic Quadrant for Metadata Management Solutions." (many links available to download the report from several vendors)Collecting, maintaining, and using metadata is no longer something you do just to satisfy a documentation requirement. Metadata management is a strategic imperative for any firm who's success rests on what it does with data: banks, insurance firms, trading houses, utilities, manufacturers, retailers, healthcare.
The Magic Quadrant's authors, Guido de Simoni and Roxane Edjlali, build the case for their findings on two key assumptions:
Through 20189, 80% of data lakes will not include effective metadata management capabilities, making them inefficient.
By 2020, 50% of information governance initiatives will be enacted with policies based on metadata alone.
The first assumption isn't surprising – data lake architectures are only beginning to be a mainstream solution and most tools and programs haven't adapted to the architecture or built in integrations to the underlying Hadoop technology. The second assumption is somewhat startling in that implies that in the next 2-3 years, we'll see a huge shift from human-powered data stewardship and governance to a much more automated regime based on metadata (provided that the tools exist and are adopted to that extent).
Leveraging (and monetizing) new flows of data from disparate sources will be the challenge for data professionals if their firms are to remain competitive (and relevant). Having a complete and comprehensive view of every data element – what it means, where it comes from, where it goes, how it's calculated, and who cares – makes this possible. Metadata management platforms that seamlessly gather and present this type of information to a wide set of users and stakeholders will be at the center of this trend, feeding the ubiquitous AI/ML routines that we will rely on every day.


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Lead the Right to Health Movement
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Partners in Health Engage is a grassroots effort building the right to health movement.
Health is a fundamental human right, and it takes a people-powered movement to realize and protect this right. Through education, fundraising, and advocacy, we are working so that the right to health is protected for all people, everywhere.
We are looking for people in Denver who want to help and lead this movement. As part of Partners in Health Engage Denver, you will be joining over 120 teams across America, including the PIH National Team in Boston. We will provide trainings and toolkits to prepare you to talk with others about our work, and you will have the opportunity to lead your own campaign events, organize individuals, and even talk with our Congressmen about health care policy. This is an opportunity to build leadership and community-organizing skills while learning about health and global health equity.
If you are interested in leading, volunteering, or just want to learn more, come join us for more details on January 22nd, 2015 at 7 PM.
Please RSVP by January 16th 2015 to Alaina Dougherty at firstname.lastname@example.com (303-862-0755).
We look forward to meeting you!
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Deep in landlocked Africa, a miracle is unfolding. Less than a generation after a genocidal civil war left it in ruins, Rwanda is defying poverty traps that ensnare many other natural resource-dependent developing countries.
The "land of a thousand hills" today has one of the continent's strongest economies and healthiest populations. This success story is borne out by a newly developed method for modeling rural poverty that could inform interventions to improve economies, health and ecosystems.
"The livelihoods of the rural poor are literally consumed by other organisms in complex ecological systems," said co-author Matthew Bonds, a visiting assistant professor of medicine at Stanford. "The environment's influence on poor rural economies makes them fundamentally different from the economies of more developed countries."
Rural economics 101
Of the 1 billion people living below the international poverty line, most live in rural communities where the natural resources around them present a double-edged sword. Ecological systems provide subsistence, but also spread high rates of infectious diseases through pathogens carried by agricultural pests, rodents, parasites and other vectors.
"These natural enemies compete with the rural poor for resources," said co-author Giulio De Leo, a professor of biology at Stanford's Hopkins Marine Station. "They consume biological capital in the form of human health or crops, livestock, forests, wildlife, soils and fisheries, thus eroding people's livelihood and well-being."
The picture is further complicated by the need to balance nutrition and health care with investments in land, livestock and crops. This complex web of interactions leads to grim statistics: More than 75 percent of rural poor people in Sub-Saharan Africa and Southeast Asia die from infectious diseases. It also leads to a poverty trap – the inability to earn enough to save and invest in future earnings. If a farmer or their livestock become unhealthy, income suffers.
Understanding poverty traps
The study, published in Nature Ecology & Evolution, takes a significant step toward understanding persistent poverty and finding solutions for long-term sustainable development. It presents a first-of-its-kind general theoretical framework for modeling subsistence and health of the rural poor by analyzing ecological, economic and epidemiological factors.
For lead author Calistus Ngonghala, a mathematician at the University of Florida, the work hits close to home. "Growing up in rural Cameroon, my family and friends had subsistence lifestyles and my community suffered from a continuous burden of deadly diseases such as malaria and HIV," Ngonghala said.
The study's models show that disease transmission and recovery rates are the most consistently important determinants of long-term health and wealth dynamics. The framework also highlights feedbacks, processes and parameters that are important to measure in future studies of rural poverty. They could help identify effective pathways to sustainable development and better predict countries' resilience to economic, health and environmental shocks.
Case in point: A major, one-time wave of support – such as an injection of capital or agricultural supplies – might be enough to disrupt the vicious cycle of feedback between poverty and disease and set a country on a path of healthy development. However, this widely adopted development approach would only provide temporary relief in some circumstances, the study shows. In those cases, only permanent and sustained system changes can create lasting economic development and public health improvement.
Rwanda is a shining example. It provided broad and robust access to health care for the poor through social insurance systems. Dramatic economic growth followed.
Bonds, an economist and ecologist at Harvard Medical School, is currently a fellow at Stanford's Center for Innovation in Global Health and a visiting scholar at the Stanford Woods Institute for the Environment. De Leo is a senior fellow at the Stanford Woods Institute for the Environment and faculty director of the Program for Disease Ecology, Health and the Environment.


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1,000 SHAPES OF A FEMALE is a peek-a-boo nudie-cutie film, dressed or undressed if you will as a pseudo-documentary. To its credit, the viewer is provided with an art house view of Greenwich Village, New York circa 1963 in full color, complete with narration mixed with dialogue from the actors and models. We are provided with a coffee house backdrop, complete with a folk singer strumming on his acoustic guitar such chestnuts as "John Riley." Naturally, there is a nubile young lady with a Jackie Kennedy hairstyle sitting at the foot of the singer, hanging on to his every word . The waitress serves espresso in black leotards , high heels and white apron. If you ever wondered why Jimmy Gilmer was inspired to sing about the 'Sugar Shack'(Billboard Magazine's #1 song of 1963) with "the cute little girlie….wearing black leotards," you'll find out why.
The plot hangs on the premise of various artists painting models, recreating poses of classical masters such as Matisse and Renoir. These painters recruit prospective young ladies by posting ads on the coffee house bulletin board. Some of these artists are sincere in committing to canvas actual reproductions of the original works. This requires, of course, that the model is to display her breasts and derriere. This is actually achieved in good taste with the model undressing behind a screen, posing in accordance to the original classical painting.
A few observations should be mentioned here. First, even a pedestrian knowledge of classical art in relation to the female form notes that women depicted on canvas two hundred years ago were full figured. Fortunately, the models posing for the assorted artists in this movie measure up in this regard. During the early 1960s, actresses and models were 15 to 20 pounds heavier on average than current weight dictates on the fashion scale. ( Marilyn Monroe and Jayne Mansfield were the barometers of beauty then.) They certainly looked healthier back then. An exception is Audrey Campbell who, in comparison, is downright svelte in the role of 'Margie'. She portrays an artist and model. (Miss Campbell would go on to portray 'Madame Olga' in a series of sexploitation flicks. As an example of her versatility, she would also appear in television series such as THE GUIDING LIGHT and DARK SHADOWS).
Also, every model in this movie is Caucasian (the camera unfortunately doesn't take us to Harlem) and alluringly pale. No tanning parlors back then. That means the viewer is treated to an abundance of pretty women with lipstick, heavy eye make-up and powder. Obviously, this scenario engenders charlatan painters who only wish to see women without their clothes. This premise hits ludicrous proportions as one "artist" throws darts at balloons filled with paint on a canvas while the model poses naked. She catches on to the ruse, dresses and departs quickly.
1,000 SHAPES OF A FEMALE is directed by Barry Mahon who achieved notoriety for directing Errol Flynn's last movie CUBAN REBEL GIRLS in 1959. By today's standards, even with the exposed female flesh, 1,000 SHAPES would rate a PG-13. There is an overall air of gentle civility between the participants involved which is disarming and certainly reminds us of how interaction between men and women have changed during the past 47 years. Oh yes, there is a set of bongo drums in an artists' studio to provide that proper bohemian touch. During an encore viewing, try clicking the 'mute' button and play a Dave Brubeck LP on the record player.


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2015 was a great year to be a Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT) shareholder. The Windows maker's stock rose roughly 20% as a series of strong earnings reports and impressive announcements pushed shares to levels not seen in more than a decade.
Still, not everything worked in Microsoft's favor. Let's take a look at some of the more unfortunate events that weighed on Microsoft shareholders in 2015.
Microsoft stumbles on disappointing quarterly results
Microsoft shares experienced their largest drops of the year following two of the four quarterly earnings reports the company turned in during 2015. First in January and again in July, Microsoft shares moved lower after the company posted results that were largely in line with analyst expectations.
In January, Microsoft earned an adjusted $0.71 per share on revenue of $26.5 billion -- roughly matching analyst expectations. Microsoft's commercial cloud revenue rose 114% on an annual basis, as demand for Microsoft's cloud services, including Office 365, Windows Azure, and Dynamics CRM surged. Microsoft reported that it had 9.2 million subscribers to Office 365. Still, investors may have been expecting more. Microsoft shares fell more than 4% following its January earnings release. The performance of its Windows business may have contributed, as Windows OEM revenue slipped 13% from the same period in the year prior.
Microsoft's results were similar in July. Microsoft shares fell about 4% after the company recorded its largest loss ever. The firm recorded a massive $7.5 billion charge on its failed acquisition of Nokia's handset business. On an adjusted basis, the company earned $0.62 per share on revenue of around $22.2 billion in its fiscal fourth quarter. That was actually better than what analysts had been anticipating, but not to a great extent. Demand for Microsoft's commercial cloud products continued to rise, with revenue surging 88% on an annual basis. Windows revenue continued to contract, falling 22%.
The future of Windows Phone looks bleak
Microsoft's mobile platform, Windows Phone, remains troubled, and is quickly reaching the point of total irrelevancy (if it wasn't there already). On Dec. 3, research firm IDC updated its smartphone market projections, and the report wasn't good news for Microsoft's smartphone platform.
Although demand for smartphones has begun to slow, IDC expects Android and iOS-powered devices to finish 2015 on a positive note, with shipments rising on an annual basis by 9.5% and 17.3%, respectively. Windows Phone, however, will contract, with annual shipments dropping 10.2% this year. Given that it's operating from a smaller base, that's particularly alarming. Microsoft unveiled two new Windows Phones in October, but neither is expected to have much of an effect on the platform, at least not in the near future. IDC no longer expects Microsoft's share of the smartphone market to grow much in the coming years, and believes it will end 2015 with smartphone market share of around 2.2%.
That's unfortunate, given that smartphones are increasingly the dominant computing platform, and, for a growing number of users in established economies, the only way to access the Internet. Microsoft believes that its new Windows Phone feature, Continuum, will help it attract users, but it's in an increasingly precarious position. Even with strong Windows 10 adoption, Microsoft's inability to make headway in the smartphone market makes the future of the Windows platform as a whole less than certain.
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1. Dear Mrs.Radhakrishnan, I am Sathyavakesh aged 29, Architect by profession following this type diet system for past 10 months and i feel that iam healthier day by day. Please request you to give your opinion on my daily routine which i am trying to practice 100% as i mentioned.
Morning – 6 to 6.30 am yoga with empty stomach, one spoon of raw falx seeds, later 30 minutes cycling to and fro to the swimming pool, 30 minutes slow and relaxed swimming. Cup of badam milk by 8.30. Breakfast – 2 dates, 2 badam, 2 pista, 6 kishmisch, 1 small piece of wallnut and one dry fig. By 12 noon – 500ml of butter milk.
Afternoon – ( between 1- 1.30 pm ) Normal regular south indian home made cooked food with rice, etc
Night- combination two fruits to make fruit salad with a spoon of honey.
Apart from these three times of food intake, i dont take any liguid or solid food unless i feel hungry. I am extremely sorry for sending such a detailed routine of mine. kindly give your opinion on this regard..
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Good to know that you are eating lesser portions and feeling healthier. Your eating is good as regards to fruits, vegetables, milk. Though you may need more protein intake. Couple of tips for you to vary your eating.
Instead of 2 fruits and honey at night, have one fruit (no honey) and 1/2 a cup of sprouted beans – vary the kind.
Raw flax seeds i hope are ground and mixed with any liquid.
Alternate badam milk with ragi milk or oats & milk. No change in quantities.
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These 90s sitcom illustrations fuse iconic comedic television with the child-friendly Nickelodeon aesthetic. Re-imaging each show as if it were to air on the Nickelodeon network, these illustrations are sure to spark nostalgia for various 90s show.
Posted on the Buzzfeed entertainment site, these 90s sitcom illustrations remix some of the most iconic sitcoms while also providing a brief synopsis on how the show would become more Nickelodeon-friendly. The hit show Friends is drawn to display six NYC friends who attend public school, while the delightful Boys Meets Worlds changes the entire cast into preschool-going babies much like the Rugrats gang.
Though these 90s sitcoms were quite popular, fans can suspect that each show would be equally successful as cartoons.
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