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Welcome to bayareakiteboarding.com
San Francisco Bay Area kiteboarding safety, access, information, reviews, forums, and classifieds.
- Berkeley
A long established windsurfing location, the open expanse along the frontage road adjacent to Interstate 80 between the Emeryville Marina and Berkeley Marina can be an excellent kiteboarding location if conditions are right and your skills are sufficient to ensure that you can stay upwind out of harms way, thus protecting yourself and the public. The new and expanding Bay Trail runs along the waterfront here in between the rocks and the frontage road. On the other side of the frontage road is Interstate 80. Contact between the ever-present public along the Bay Trail and the cars along the frontage road and the highway must be prevented at all costs.
Not a beginner location!
The windsurfing launch at the parking lot and docks next to Cal Adventures, the UCB sailing club, located adjacent to the road leading to the Berkeley Pier is not adequate as a kiting launch, so you need to launch at the smaller beach adjacent to the Point Emery parking lot and peninsula. The Emery Point beach is the location for launching and landing. The longer beach along the frontage road is not suitable due to its close proximity to I-80.
Launching requires a low tide as room is limited and the almost-always onshore wind dictates that you be able to make your way out into the water a bit before you can send your kite. If you need to come in at the frontage road beach you'll often find fishermen; they been fishing there for years so yield to them and show courtesy.
As should be the case with all riding locations, the use of a leash is mandatory.
Make no mistakes when launching or landing and know you can get out quickly and stay upwind; if your kite ends of on the road or highway you will be on the news and your fellow kiters will not be very happy!
Before launching and getting underway, take note of the large cylindrical 4-foot diameter drain covers (if visible) located in between the two beaches and the upright wooden pylons to the north of the beach, to which flags are often attached. Avoid these. Upwind and to left is the channel to the Emeryville Marina. It's marked by a series of pylons with lights through which ships navigate. Keep it clear and yield to traffic. Below the channel you will on accasion see a partially submerged pylon sticking up at a 45 degree angle bobbing up and down. Also consider what your plan will be if something goes wrong. As always, use a kite leash.
If the wind dies and you find yourself unable to return to the Emery Point beach, you will have to come in at the long beach along the frontage road. You will have to dump your kite in the water well in advance of the beach, pull your safety and reel in your kite. No exceptions here as there will no one to catch your kite!
Conditions range from relatively smooth water during 10-15 knot low tide to major chop with higher winds and tides, depending on wind speed, tidal flow and storm activity. In any event, prerequisites to kiting this site include excellent upwind ability, safe and controlled launching and landing, self-rescue techniques and preventing any contact between yourself (and your gear) and the public or constant vehicular traffic.
Don't hesitate to ask the locals for advice.


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Philippa.eccles needed a new wordpress theme design and created a contest on 99designs.
A winner was selected from 63 designs submitted by 9 freelance designers.
I am 23 years old and a recent graduate from Harvard where I studied art history with a focus on textiles and, ultimately, quilts. After working as an assistant editor at Quilting Arts Magazine, I have decided to pursue my passion for making and designing quilts.
My ultimate goal is to sell my products, which include quilts of all sizes, bags, pillows, pincushions, key chains, and other accessories and home decor items. I also hope to sell my patterns and designs, and to share tutorials on my working process. My style is focused on the use of solid-colored fabrics in bright, bold colors. I prefer simple, geometric designs, primarily circles and stripes. My fundamental underlying goal is to create a cohesive, recognizable brand that emphasizes the modern side of quilt making and patchwork.
My target audience is younger, in their 20-40s, and will likely include mostly women. I would like to cater those with an appreciation for the handmade (both in buying it and creating their own), and an interest in contemporary crafts and design. However, I also hope to appeal to a wider audience if/when possible, including those who are interested in design overall and in contemporary fashion and interior decoration. Furthermore, through the blog portion of my website, I would love to appeal to those my age who are simply interested in my process, regardless of whether they make quilts or sew themselves.
I want a color, contemporary logo for the website (wordpress install) that is eye-catching and distinct, yet simple and easily repeatable (on business cards, an Etsy store, etc.).
The website needs to include the following tabs: Home (the blog), Gallery, About Pippa, Tutorials & Projects. Along the right-hand side of the site, I would like links to my Etsy store and flickr, as well as Buttons to various groups I am in (such as the New England Modern Quilt Guild) and advertisements.
I would like my logo to incorporate the primary elements of my quilt designs: bold, geometric shapes and circles--and lots of color! Please refer to the attached pictures for ideas. Rather than using the actual photographs to create the logo, I would like the logo to incorporate the shapes, designs, and colors of my work, while still maintaining the feeling of fabric and stitch as much as possible. If this isn't possible, using the actual photographs in the logo is fine.
I would like the basic layout to correspond to the attached file, but in terms of logo/design, I am open and excited to see what designers come up with!

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Oscars 2012: Hollywood Fashionistas Give a Course in Tux-Ology 101
Designers, gurus and stylists offer their best advice on how men can dress the part for the biggest red carpet of the year.
Imagine how the fashion pundits would respond if an actress dared to wear the same gown twice on the red carpet, or, when asked what she was wearing, replied, "My underwear," as Ralph Fiennes once told a fashion reporter. Four years ago, George Clooney had stepped out in the same Armani tuxedo enough times that Giorgio himself noticed the fraying on his HD screen. The designer immediately sent the A-list actor a fresh tux with instructions to wear it or stop the red-carpet shout-outs.
PHOTOS: 15 Oscar Icons Remember the Night That Changed Their Lives Forever
Clearly, men in Hollywood, while dressing better than ever before, still need a few pointers. "Being well-dressed is one of the easiest ways to stand out and set oneself apart, and the earlier in his career a man does this, the better," says designer Tom Ford, who most recently dressed Steven Spielberg and Bradley Cooper for the 2012 Golden Globes. These days, leading men can afford few mistakes -- your look can define your image forever. Even if your film isn't up for an award, it pays to look your best. "Awards shows and the events that surround them are high-profile environments, and while deals aren't made on the red carpet, they're made next to it," says Brooks Brothers vp global PR Arthur Wayne.
When picking out a tux, think about the look you're trying to convey, and consider having two or three in your closet for different events. Leading men such as Brad Pitt, Colin Firth and Tom Hanks favor Ford's classically styled tuxedos that are part Cary Grant, part dashing 007. A timeless Armani tux remains the gold standard for Martin Scorsese, Tom Cruise and industry executives Kevin Huvane, Bob Iger and Jim Gianopulos. If you're as trim as Matthew Morrison, try a slim-cut version by the likes of Dolce & Gabbana (his favorite label), Gucci, Prada, YSL and Lanvin. A couple of hip new labels at a more approachable price point are Shipley & Halmos and the Parisian brand Ami, whose 31-year-old designer Alexandre Mattiussi gained experience at Dior, Givenchy and Marc Jacobs before launching his own menswear collection in the fall. For those with no financial ceiling, Barneys New York in Beverly Hills introduced London's Saville Row-based Rake Lounge collection this winter. The elegant tuxedos are a contemporary take on preeminent English tailoring ($4,000 and up).
PHOTOS: THR's Oscar Nominees' Night 2012 Red Carpet Arrivals and Party
Specifically, jacket style is the element with the most impact when it comes to determining your look: A peak lapel has a sleek retro feel; a notch is classic; a shawl collar is extremely formal; and a double-breasted jacket conveys confidence and requires a commanding presence (which Josh Brolin, in Ermenegildo Zegna, had in droves at last year's Oscars). Neiman Marcus men's fashion director Matthew Singer recommends a peak lapel for men hoping to get mileage out of their investment. "It allows for some drama but keeps you looking classic," he says. "You don't want to get too elaborate unless you're an A-list celebrity" -- or Samuel L. Jackson, who can pull off head-to-toe purple, or Johnny Depp, who wore a green tux vest with flair at this year's Globes. But know your style limitations: Witness Kevin Spacey, who got a scathing reaction to the white tuxedo jacket he wore to the Oscars in 1996 (the year he won for The Usual Suspects). Another white-tux fail would be Joel McHale's at the 2011 Emmys -- not a Community you want to join.
A midnight blue or dark-green velvet jacket is this season's essential update. "If one invests in a beautiful, classic tuxedo, the look can be refreshed every few years by adding a jacket in a different color -- I personally love velvet evening jackets," says Ford.
PHOTOS: Oscars 2012 Backstage as the Show Comes to Life
Finding the ideal tux really boils down to fit (and, in this town, where you can get a VIP discount). "It has to be tailored perfectly in the shoulders and in the waist, and the pants need to be hemmed the right length," says Saks Fifth Avenue men's fashion director Eric Jennings. "I see a lot of really beautiful tuxedos on top, and then the pants are hemmed way too long so that they're all clumped up at the bottom, and it's a big mistake." Shorter men like Al Pacino, Steve Carell, Mark Wahlberg and Martin Sheen aren't taking any chances: They get their custom-fit tuxes at Jimmy Au's for Men 5'8" and Under on Rodeo Drive. Brooks Brothers' Wayne notes that even tall guys make the mistake of buying a tuxedo one or two sizes too large -- which looks sloppy. For a tux that's too long or boxy, a tailor can make a few adjustments to modernize it before Oscar night. "The trend right now is to make everything smaller. You can have a tuxedo taken in all over and the jacket shortened and the legs slimmed, and it's like brand-new," says stylist George Kotsiopoulos, who recently had his Costume National tuxedo nipped and tucked.
PHOTOS: Oscar Nominees Luncheon Official Class of 2012 Photo Shoot
The remaining black-tie rules are no straight ties with shawl collars ("You have to wear a bow tie," says Kotsiopoulos -- and that goes double at Cannes, where bow ties are de rigueur), no everyday dress shirts and, "Whatever you do, don't wear office shoes for black-tie," cautions Barneys New York general merchandising manager and executive vp men's fashion Tom Kalenderian, who recommends having on hand event shoes such as British Crockett & Jones black velvet slippers ("fit for a king") or Arfango loafers. Belgian Shoes' simple $375 patent slip-ons are always stylish, or, if you're looking for something one-of-a-kind, London cobbler George Cleverley, who crafted Kenneth Branagh's footwear in My Week With Marilyn, makes bespoke patent shoes (up to $3,500) that are available at the Leather Soul shop in Beverly Hills.
PHOTOS: Academy Awards 2012 Nominees
And finally, don't be afraid to ask for help with your bow tie. "More than a few men have run into the Rodeo Drive store on their way to an awards show to have their bow tie tied," says Wayne. Most hotel concierges will do it, too. Band of Outsiders' Scott Sternberg, a former CAA agent, is simplifying things for a few lucky nominees -- he sent clip-on bow ties to Pitt, Clooney and Woody Allen. For fun, Sternberg packaged them in engraved wooden boxes with fortune cookies reading: "He who wears Band of Outsiders bow tie wins important award." And by all means, splurge on a new tux if you need one between now and the big night. The consensus on the shelf life of formal wear is five years, or as soon as the fabric starts to look shiny from too many trips to the cleaners. "Designers change the lapel widths and the jacket length about every five years," says Saks Fifth Avenue's Jennings. Other telltale signs: if the one you have has a three-button jacket -- or came with a ruffled shirt.


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It's that time again. Are you ready for barleywine season? Ready or not, here it comes. Starting this Friday the 25th, West Seattle's finest beer emporium, Beveridge Place Pub (6413 California Avenue Southwest) hosts it's 9th (I think) annual festival of all things barleywine.
From BPP's website:
FEB 25 – MAR 5, 2011: Barleywine Bacchanal!
A Decadent Celebration of the Biggest, Boldest brews! 50 rotating barleywines on draught from the West Coast's best breweries including many new releases as well as vintages from the cellar! 24 dedicated Barleywine Taps throughout the Fest! Look for upcoming information regarding special tasting events during the Bacchanal.
In case you've never been to this festival before, this is how it works, or at least how it has worked in the past… BPP will post a schedule of what beers they plan to tap on each day of the fest. This is very unlike the way Brouwer's does their Hard Liver Fest (March 12 – 16). As it says above, BPP doesn't tap all of the b-wines at once. Each day they will have 24 on tap and shuffle through the entire collection as kegs blow/days go by.
This has the potential to remove some of the weight off of your shoulders when it comes to attempting to get all of the rare offerings at once, but it could also mean that you will need to go to the pub on several occasions to get everything that you want. We will try to keep you abreast of the schedule as it becomes available so that you can work out your game plan.
Obviously, we have yet to see the list for this year but one could reasonably assume that some, if not all, of the following standards will be available.
Avery Hog Heaven
Deschutes Mirror Mirror
Dogfish Head Olde School
***Firestone Walker Abacus*** – If we are really lucky.
Fish Leviathan
Hale's Rudyard's Rare
Pike Old Bawdy
Port Angel's Share
Port Townsend
Rogue Old Crustacean
Sierra Nevada Bigfoot
Walking Man Old Stumblefoot
Flying Dog Horndog
Left hand Widdershins
Mad River John Barleycorn
North Coast Old Stock
Victory Old Horizontal
New Old Lompoc Old Tavern Rat '08
Alaskan Barleywine
Anchor Old Foghorn
Stone Old Guardian
Lagunitas Old Gnarleywine
Big Sky Old Blue Hair
Glacier Old Woody
Great Divide Old Ruffian
Green Flash Barleywine
Hair of The Dog Doggie Claws
Moylan's Old Blarney
Ninkasi Critical Hit
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Marjorie Jane Grover, 79, Wabash, died at 12:20 p.m. on Sept. 28 at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne. She was born Feb. 25, 1934 in Wabash County to Oliver Julius and Addie Marie (Bowman) Eltzroth.
Marjorie married Gerald Frank Grover in Marion on Oct. 19, 1965; he died Nov. 2, 2009. She was the head cashier at Kroger's and also worked at Spurgeon's in Wabash. She was a US Navy Veteran and a member of the Retail Clerks International Association. She loved her cats and enjoyed watching Dog the Bounty Hunter.
She is survived by her sister, Thelma Hodson, Wabash, and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by four brothers and two sisters.
Entombment will be in the Chapel of Remembrance Mausoleum at Memorial Lawns Cemetery at a later date. Arrangements are by Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, Wabash.
Donations may be made to the Animal Shelter of Wabash County.
The memorial guest book for Marjorie may be signed at www.grandstaff-hentgen.com.


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British maternity wards in crisisMon 4th Apr 2011 by Ben Palmer.
Some very bleak reading, particularly in light of the recent CMACE report, Saving Mothers' Lives 2006-2008 which tells that sepsis now outranks even pre-eclampsia and eclampsia as the leading direct cause of maternal death. Deaths due to sepsis have risen from 18 in 2003-05 to 26 in 2006-08* - a staggering 44%.
Is it any wonder that we have headlines like this one:
British maternity wards in crisis - Health News, Health & Families - The Independent.
* Centre for Maternal and Child Enquiries (CMACE). Saving Mothers' Lives: reviewing maternal deaths to make motherhood safer: 2006–08. The Eighth Report on Con?dential Enquiries into Maternal Deaths in the United Kingdom. BJOG 2011;118(Suppl. 1):pp36.
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Dear Friends,
Frankies 457 Spuntino — now in its 15th year — is about to enter a new era.
Later this fall, after a lovely run, Prime Meats will close to make way for an expansion of our dearest baby, 457. We will be redesigning that dining room and overseeing an evolution of the Frankies menu: the classics will still be around, but there will be plenty of new dishes we hope become just as untouchable as the meatballs and cavatelli.
For the first time ever, we'll be offering guests the ability to reserve tables at Frankies in the new dining room. The original 457 will remain first come, first serve as always.
There are a few other developments we look forward to sharing with you: the tavern room of Prime Meats will transform into yet another new offering for the neighborhood, Franks, a wine bar.
And the space that used to be Cafe Pedlar, on 210 Court Street, will soon reopen as Franks Umberto, a slice joint collaboration that we are launching with the pizzaiolo of our childhood, Umberto Corteo. To our Pedlar regulars, we thank you for your patience: the daytime coffee program will be back in full force.
As we move through this transition over the coming weeks, please join us for our PM Last Waltz menu to commemorate and celebrate Prime Meats and its legacy together.
Thank you for your continued support.
Frank Castronovo & Frank Falcinelli
Wine Lady Brown Shoulder Leather 17cm Leodika Red Handbag Casual Satchel Bag Water Size Mini qAxRYw7MISSION + PHILOSOPHY Frankies Spuntino Group's mission and philosophy is provide consistently high quality, high value, delicious and nutritious products with warm hospitality accessible to all. All Frankies Spuntino Group operations strive to showcase this honest and approachable mentality and it is what has made the hospitality group's quintessential neighborhood restaurants international dining destinations over the past decade.
Frank Castronovo is a co-owner of Frankies Spuntino Group. Before opening Frankies Spuntino in 2004 with childhood friend Frank Falcinelli, Castronovo was the chef at beloved New York restaurants Jean Claude and Parish & Co. He spent his formative years training under Paul Bocuse, and David Bouley. Outside of the kitchen, Castronovo is a co-author of The Frankies Spuntino Kitchen Companion & Cooking Manual, co-star of the Vice Media show "Being Frank," and a Contributing Editor for Condé Nast Traveler.
Frank Falcinelli is a co-owner of Frankies Spuntino Group. Before opening the Frankies Spuntino in 2004 with childhood friend Frank Castronovo, Falcinelli was Executive Chef at Moomba, where his cooking earned high praise from New York Times' Ruth Reichl, among others. He studied at the Culinary Institute of America, trained in French kitchens including Maxim's of Paris and Jardin de l'Opéra, and worked with restaurateurs including Drew Nieporent and Charlie Palmer. Falcinelli is co-author, with Castronovo and Peter Meehan, of The Frankies Spuntino Kitchen Companion & Cooking Manual, and is a co-star of the Vice Media show "Being Frank," and a Contributing Editor for Condé Nast Traveler.
Danny Amend joined Frankies Spuntino Group in August 2016 as the first-ever Executive Chef for the company. He spent the better part of the last decade in the Franny's empire, serving as Chef de Cuisine at the original Franny's and their trattoria, Marco's. Prior to Franny's, Danny trained in fine dining kitchens with stints at the French Laundry, Mix Las Vegas & Essex House NYC under Alain Ducasse, and Per Se. Most recently, Danny has been working as a consultant and private chef, recently opening Pizzeria Sirinetta on Manhattan's Upper West Side.
John B. Paterson IV is the Wine Director of Frankies Spuntino Group. In his role as Wine Director since February 2015, John has transformed the company's wine programs, offering honest wines at varied price points, while maintaining unique wine cultures to fit each restaurant. John's wine lists are heavily influenced by the old world regions of Italy, France & Germany but makes sure to pay homage to our favorite producers in the new world around the globe. Prior to joining the Frankies Spuntino Group, John served as the Wine Director for Tom Colicchio's Craftbar and as a sommelier at The NoMad restaurant.
Tosca Giamatti is the newest member of Frankies Spuntino Group, and she brings a broad range of experience within the hospitality industry including several years with the national food and restaurant consulting firm, Clark Wolf Company. Prior to Clark Wolf Company, Tosca had a stint with the public relations firm Bullfrog & Baum and as a freelance consultant for boutique specialty food shops across New York City. Tosca is a graduate of New York University where she received a Bachelors and Masters in Food Studies.
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Roncato Men Black Belt Bandolier Flat Pouch Shoulder Man Holder Tablet Chandan Sharma joined Frankies Spuntino Group in November 2015. He oversees the company's internal and external communications, including media and public relations. In addition, he oversees Human Resources and Business Administration. Chandan joined Frankies after a brief stint in local government and politics, most recently serving as Deputy Chief of Staff in the Office of the Mayor of the City of New York. Chandan is a graduate of New York University, where he received a B.A. and an Masters in Public Administration.
CAREERS We are always looking for great talent to join our teams. Please contact Chandan Sharma at Activity Lemon Sleep Shopper Eat Tiles Tote Funny Bag Hobby Canoe zqPdwX for openings.
EVENTS Frankies Spuntino hosts private events in our restaurants and at off-site venues.
Frankies 457 Spuntino, our restaurant in Carroll Gardens, Brooklyn offers a 1900s converted Blacksmith Stable and accompanying garden spaces that can accommodate parties up to 100. Private lunch and dinner events are available in these spaces as well as wedding ceremonies in our beautiful Brooklyn gardens.
Frankies 570 Spuntino, in Greenwich Village, Manhattan, offers the Hudson Room, a semi-private dining room for up to 30 seated guests and is perfect for company and client lunches. Restaurant buy-outs are also available.
Black Man Belt Flat Holder Pouch Men Bandolier Shoulder Tablet Roncato Frankies Spuntino will also bring our signature flavors, staff, style and expertise to your guests at venues throughout New York City, Long Island, the Hudson Valley and farther afield.
We are currently preferred caterers for the following venues: Lapidus" "ted Weekend Dark Bag Brown EWnW8S5f, The Green Building, 501 Union, Pioneer Works, and Folksbier Brewery & Tasting Room.
For further information, please contact our events team at firstname.lastname@example.com or 718 403 0033 ext. 13.
PRODUCTS The Franks have always prided themselves in using ingredients with integrity in the tradition of their grandparents and the generations before them; olive oil is at the cornerstone of that tradition.
In 2005, shortly after opening Frankies 457 Spuntino, they formed a partnership with olive oil producer Tommaso Asaro from the heart of the Trapani region of Sicily, an area that has been heralded for its quality olive oil. Today, they visit Sicily each year to oversee the production of their Frankies Spuntino Extra Virgin Olive Oil and other products.
Tablet Men Belt Black Pouch Shoulder Bandolier Man Holder Roncato Flat While the Frankies Spuntino product line began with olive oil, it has since expanded into a full repertoire of core Italian products.
This oil is cold pressed from organically grown Sicilian olives in the DOP (Protected Denomination of Origin) of Nocellara del Belice. It is consistently rated highly in Italy, and the Franks chose this particular olive oil because of its versatility in the kitchen (available in 500mL or 1L for purchase in our restaurants, at Whole Foods Market, and on Amazon).
This a renowned extra virgin olive oil that is produced on the Asaro Estate in Partanna, Sicily and its delicate and elegant flavor serves as a perfect finishing touch on salads, fish or vegetables. (Available for purchase in our restaurants and at Whole Foods Market)
This is The Franks' preferred cooking and vinaigrette oil. It has a high smoke point, a clean flavor, and a pleasant bitterness that is a wonderful complement in salad dressings. (Available in 500mL and 1L purchase in our restaurants, at Whole Foods Market, and on Amazon).
Oro di Sicilia is a partnership between The Franks and Tommaso Asaro, the Frankies olive oil producer. Green Gold, their first collaboration together, is a first cold-pressed extra virgin olive oil combining three Sicilian olives: Biancolilla, Nocellara del Belice and Cerasuolo. All three olives are grown harvested, cold-pressed and bottled on the Asaro Estate in Sicily, a century-old family farm overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. (Available for purchase in our restaurants, at Whole Foods Market, and on Ladies Women's Party Handbag Bag Girls Envelope Suede White amp; K50292 Clutch Purse Evening qYArqw).


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1. App Integration - SolarWindsSteve Hanson Jan 16, 2012 11:41 AM (in response to Danny Long)
Danny, Remedyforce is designed to work with a variety of asset discovery and monitoring solutions. In fact, we have pre-mapped integrations to solutions such as BMC's Asset Discovery and Dependency Mapping, as well as Microsoft's SCCM.
Using our open source integration engine and mapping to our CMDB, it's a pretty straightforward process to integrate discovery and monitoring solutions (such as SolarWinds) with Remedyforce. That would include the ability to automatically generate incidents from events that trigger in the monitoring solutions, etc.
As always, please feel free to contact me directly, or through your Account Executive. We look forward to making you successful with Remedyforce! Regards,
Steve Hanson
Remedyforce Technical Enablement
2. App Integration - SolarWindsDanny Long Jan 16, 2012 12:20 PM (in response to Steve Hanson)
Steve, interesting feedback thanks...
Having seen the ADDM integration within RF and the mapping features it offers are you saying this is achivable via an application such as LANsurveyor... I appreciate that you guys offer ADDM although this is too top heavy for our requirments.
Whilst we run about 40 sites with over 300 servers and 1800 seats we only need to run a multitennated solution for about 5 of the sites.
As an initial test we are looking to run it on a 65 seat environment with 8 servers....
The challenge we face is that from what we can see no one else has run this in the RF environment and as such it is an unknown due to the early adoption of the solution...
It would be great to find someone out there that has integrated some of these tools... ANYONE ?
3. App Integration - SolarWindsSteve Hanson Jan 16, 2012 1:04 PM (in response to Danny Long)
Again, we can address this in a quick session with your potential onboarding partner, but it's good to have the trail of this conversation in the communities:
Yes, you can use LANSurveyor in the same way you might use ADDM or a freebie tool like Microsoft's SCCM. It's a relatively simple matter of mapping the correct information from LANSurveyor into Remedyforce using the same open-source integration engine we used with ADDM, SCCM, and other monitoring/discovery tools. It's well documented in the 'HELP' section and the technical documentation within the product (even the trial / demo).
The onboarding partner you are working with currently has done many integration projects involving this type of work, using both custom code and the integration engine. Looking forward to discussing with you...
Best, STEVE


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Scott Mueller needed a new logo design and created a contest on 99designs.
A winner was selected from 142 designs submitted by 43 freelance designers.
Need a logo for the web, letterhead, cards and collateral material to announce a new environmentally friendly burial and cremation options called "Simply Green Funerals". This is also the web address as well.
This is an additional offering to our current funeral home's offerings. It may be marketed as a sub brand or as a stand alone brand.
I am open to ideas; 3 colors max. Must be able to look good (visible) if we use it on signs or shirts and the web - of course.
We see our customers as non-traditional baby boomers not the birkenstock Mother Earth crowd. This option will appeal to more people if it is not considered "left wing", tree hugger.
- Item 1...Could be Helvetica lowercase for "simply" and Upper & lower for Green
- Or your own imagination.
- Option to say "Sustainable options for funerals, cremations & memorials."
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There are currently three sets of CL bindings:
This might be a cool basis for new generation of Lisp implementations. Today at least, you can compile small Scheme systems, such as SIOD and TinyScheme, with the LLVM C front-end compiler. We haven't tried any Common Lisp implementations yet.
Of course, just compiling your favorite Lisp implementation should bring only a minor boost. The real boost should be brought by usage of LLVM as a back end for Lisp implementation. It should be possible to retarget CMUCL's compiler, or maybe a compiler like Scheme->C, to produce LLVM instructions. This, coupled with the LLVM just-in-time compiler, would make for a pretty efficient Lisp.
LLVM Release 3.4 is the latest release as of March 2014. Also, a simple native scheme front-end is now available for LLVM.
There is some very interesting work being done in integrating LLVM into the gcc 4.x line.
The LLVM Developers' Meeting Proceedings (27 May 2007) is available in the form of videos and slides (PDF).
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SMG needed a new logo design and created a contest on 99designs.
A winner was selected from 106 designs submitted by 35 freelance designers.
Welcome Designers !
We need a logo for MyAdvisorTV (MyAdvisorTV.com) for business cards, website and other applications.
MyAdvisorTV.com will be a portal and a destination for consumer education regarding personal finance, business transactions, insurance (MyInsuranceTV.com), mortgage (MyHomeMortgageTV.com), investments (MyStockMarketTV.com, MyBondBrokerTV.com), Real Estate (MyNewCondoTV.com, MyNewHouseTV.com), legal transactions (MyLegalTeamTV.com) and medicine (MyPlasticSurgeryTV.com).
The winning designer will have the inside track for web design and logos for each of the websites underneath MyAdvisorTV.com.
Our tag line is "where knowledge is power".
Please note: The Internet will deliver the videos to our visitors, not the TV.
- Logo will be used for business plans, business cards, website and other uses like tshirts and marketing documents.
- Tagline - "where knowledge is power"
- Color We Like (but not required) - navy blue, silver/grey, white
- Professional logo as we are dealing with consumers personal and business finances
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D6 is still my favorite Star Wars system, and recently looking at open D6, may be my favorite system of all time. However, I collected many of the D20 resources because it had the huge advantage of being in print (though a copy of M&M 3rd fixes a number of the issues I had with D20 and is interesting as well), though I Saga pretty much ended my interest in most regards (I heavily modified the RCR with a 20 page doc of house rules over time, and I didn't want to start all over again, though a composite RCR/Saga/my houserules system might have been interesting).
If a game pops up online using D6, and my blogging allows, I may be in, if not, how does the new system compare? How are the force rules set up, vis a vi the force vs. the darkside? I'm thinking of doing some work on D6 for possible future use (updating to current lore and some items in Open D6 suggest useful modifications. . . ).


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Halloween Decorations 2006
Posted 09 October 2006 - 08:52 PM
Since I was the one who started the Halloween decorations thread last year, I felt it was my duty to kick things off this year. Here's a shot of my decorations in the day time--
Since you can't see these guys from the street level photo, I thought I'd give them their own close-up!
And here are some night-shots:
This is a pic of the three skeleton figures hanging in my front window. They don't show up real well during the day but the blue lightbulb gives them a nice eerie glow at night.
The skull lights on the railing actually change color in varying speeds, from slow-blinking to a rapid running from light to light. I got them at Spencer's if anyone's interested; the rest of the stuff I got at either Oriental Trading Co. or Wal-Mart.
Ok guys--let's see those pics!
Posted 09 October 2006 - 09:42 PM
Now that I know I'll be in state for Halloween, it's time for me to do double-time for decoration snatching.
I didn't lose my mind - I have it backed up on a disk ... somewhere
Posted 10 October 2006 - 05:41 PM
Posted 10 October 2006 - 05:50 PM
Edited by Justa, 10 October 2006 - 05:53 PM.
Posted 10 October 2006 - 07:15 PM
Justa, thats awesome cant wait to see the spider
Or do things worth the writing.
Posted 10 October 2006 - 10:50 PM
Posted 12 October 2006 - 09:44 AM
i'm doing a graveyard enfront of mine.
Posted 12 October 2006 - 10:02 AM
I'll try to take another picture once I get the spider made, and the skeleton attached, which I am going to try Ambra's suggestion about wrapping it in web first.
Posted 16 October 2006 - 10:51 PM
Posted 19 October 2006 - 11:27 PM
Here are the pics from my house, i just did it this night, the tombs have a
batterie tealite inside a little pumpkin i only had three pumpkins and four tealites.
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Posted 20 October 2006 - 10:59 AM
I went all out last year and made my backyard into a graveyard, complete with a 'haunted shed' and 'Madame Zelda the Fortuneteller'. We get so many trick-or-treaters in my neighborhood, and we had so much fun! And because I'm a total geek freak, I put together a slideshow, complete with music, and put it up on my website. This coming weekend is completely devoted to doing it again, with even more spooky stuff!
Here's the link to 'Madame Zelda's Haunted Graveyard': http://www.tgarey.co...deshow2005.html
Posted 20 October 2006 - 10:12 PM
I didn't lose my mind - I have it backed up on a disk ... somewhere
Posted 30 October 2006 - 10:25 PM
The eyes in the second pic are just paintbrushed, but as of tonight they are good to go. Now I just hope the rain holds off because it's not waterproof and by the end of the night, it will weigh too much for the web
Posted 30 October 2006 - 11:16 PM
Incredible work Justa!!! That is just toooo awesome!
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Richardson joins Fulham
Kieran Richardson has completed his move from Sunderland to Fulham.
The 27-year-old, who was born in London, signed a three-year deal, with an additional year's option, for a undisclosed fee.
He told Fulham's official website: "I'm delighted that my transfer to Fulham has been completed and now I'm eager to start training for my new club straight away and pulling on the white shirt for the first time."
Richardson made 149 appearances for the Black Cats after signing from Manchester United in 2007 shortly after lifting the Premier League trophy.
Fulham manager Martin Jol said: "Kieran is a proven top-level player, who has the versatility to play a number of positions.
"He will bring all-round quality which will add strength to our squad and I'm confident that he will adapt well to our style of football, and make an impact for us."
Richardson's career began at West Ham, before he sealed a move to Old Trafford.
He made 81 appearances in almost five years with the Red Devils, which included a loan spell at West Brom.
Richardson joined Sunderland in July 2007 for an undisclosed fee following their return to the top flight.


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|Annual income ($440 x 52 weeks)
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|Total taxation loss (pre-tax cash flow + depreciation)
|Tax refund (tax loss x tax rate of 37%)
|Annual cash flow of the investment property (pre-tax cash flow + tax refund)
|Weekly cash flow of the investment property
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Glenn Ibbitson
Glenns paintings and drawings are worked directly from the model. On a formal level they comprise a synthesis of colour and line to describe volume and structure; the technical skill employed presents a counterpoint to contemporary celebrity-driven culture of the perfect body, by depicting ordinary people with their particular imperfections. The isolated figure; vulnerable and self-absorbed, is often observed as a foreshortened scape.
He has shown widely throughout U.K., Dortmund, Germany and Manhattan, N.Y.C.
Solo shows include Alternative Arts London, Tubal Cain Art Centre, Tracks and Wires Fisherton Mill Gallery, Lifeworks and The Untitled Gallery, Hampstead, London.
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Reds welcome Braves to Great American Ball Park
The Cincinnati Reds own the best home record in the majors, and they'll welcome the Atlanta Braves to Great American Ballpark on Monday to open a three-game set.
Cincinnati entered Monday 2 1/2 games back of the St. Louis Cardinals in the National League Central. The Reds, who will begin a six-game homestand, finished off a three-game road sweep of the Chicago Cubs with Sunday's 7-4 victory.
Joey Votto had three hits and Todd Frazier drove in a pair of runs to help pick up starter Mat Latos, who allowed three runs in five innings.
"We've got a tough homestand," manager Dusty Baker said. "We're facing the Braves, who are one of the better teams in this league. After the Braves, we face the Brewers back in our division. We've got work to do."
Atlanta holds a two-game lead over the Nationals for the top spot in the NL East but has lost seven of its last nine on the road. The Braves snapped a three-game slide with a 9-4 triumph over the Mets on Sunday behind three RBI apiece from Freddie Freeman and Reed Johnson. The nine runs were the most for the Braves since a 10-2 win over the Rockies on April 23.
Monday's game is the first of 10 straight on the road for an Atlanta team that has dropped 10 of its last 15 overall. Paul Maholm will try to put a stop to that trend, as he is 5-1 with a 2.62 ERA in his last 12 starts against the Reds. However, the left-hander has lost each of his last three outings and has gotten only one run of support in all of them. He tossed a season-high eight innings against Washington on Wednesday but came away with a 2-0 loss.
The Braves welcome catcher Brian McCann back from the disabled list as he makes his season debut. The six-time All-Star had offseason surgery to repair a torn labrum in his right shoulder. While his replacement, Evan Gattis, earned NL Rookie of the Month for April, McCann's teammates are happy to welcome back a familiar face behind the dish.
"It's going to be nice to get all the pieces back," left fielder Justin Upton said. "We know we have an All-Star catcher coming back. I used to love to watch him play and swing the bat even when I was playing against him. So it's going to be fun to play beside him."
Bronson Arroyo takes the mound for the Reds, who sport a major league-best 2.32 staff ERA at home. Arroyo gave up two runs over seven innings at St. Louis on Tuesday, as the Reds fell, 2-1.
Cincinnati has won seven of the last eight head-to-head meetings and has won six in a row over Atlanta at Great American Ballpark. A win here would be the 1,600th career victory for Baker, which would move him past Tommy Lasorda for 18th place all-time.


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The TNA stars scheduled for next year's European tour, which was a solid success for the company earlier this year, are Bully Ray, Magnus, Samoa Joe, James Storm, Bobby Roode, Ken Anderson, Eric Young, Gail Kim, Gunner, Abyss, Ethan Carter III, Tigre Uno and Rockstar Spud. That would lead you to believe that all of those talents are under contract through the rest of 2014 and into 2015.
In the case of Jeff Hardy, whether he's under contract or not, he can't be part of the European tour because of his past drug conviction.
The European tour dates are January 29th in Glasgow, Scotland, January 30th in Manchester, England and January 31st in London, England.
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Troy Thompson is definately a man who knows what he wants. He set out young, trying to achieve a goal – and guess what, he ge got it.
A caring and thoughtful person, he takes good care of those people close to him. He works hard, endless hours – but enjoys every minute of it.
The successful Troy Thompson Hairdressing Salon in Rose Bay (soon to be Potts Point) has seen him grow from strength to strength, eventually getting his own role on the hit TV show, 10 Years Younger in 10 Days.
He has just launched his new book… But i'll let him tell you about it, and everything else about his private life!
What projects are you currently working on or have in the near future?
I have just launched my new book, Troy Thompson's Guide To The Younger You. [Click HERE to read about the book]
I'm currently working on my book project, pulling together the next one and also trying to finish up loose ends for our move to our new salon in Potts Point.
Who or what influences you most in Fashion and home décor?
I don't follow fashion; I think that is boring and so predictable. I believe you should have your own style and create your own fashion style.
On the home front i have been told I do like a bit of Versace and know how to do a room like Ralph Lauren, but seriously i like simple furniture and a easy space for living and having great friends who enjoy your space.
What is your favourite piece of clothing or accessory?
It's funny you know I don't really have one, it's so not who I am about. But I do like my cowboy boots I have had several pairs made for me.
Do you have one feature in your home you love most?
Kitchen, i love to cook for people. It really does make me feel special when i can do that for someone.
Which foods and drinks most excite your taste buds?
My god I'm Italian, I love all food and all drink, if it's on the table ill eat it.
What is your greatest extravagance?
Massage every week and a facial every 2 weeks; I've done it for years.
Greatest lesson learnt?
Don't allow someone else control your business details.
What advice would you give someone if they were thinking of a career in your industry?
Stick it out… It pays off in the long run, crap money to begin with but show that you have passion and you will get the rewards, Big Time.
How do you maintain a life balance between work and home?
Not sure how to answer that, at this point in my career I don't have a balance, but I'm happy with that as I'm a work horse, and I love going to work, I'm happy to work 10 to 12 hours a day and more if I could.
Which celebrity wardrobe would you love to raid and why?
Tom Ford, because he makes it look simple and easy, and that's what it is all about for me. Plus I've always wanted to get into his pants.
How did you get into doing what you do?
Well funny you ask that, I often think the same thing but it always comes back to arriving in Sydney from the country and not knowing what i could do, i knew I could plat a horses tail and do a great braid as well, so i decided to become a hairdresser and remember there were lots of apprenticeships back then so it was easy.
My Mother/Father always told me…
You're on your own.
Is there a charity/cause that is close to you and if so, why?
I'm a ambassador for the Ted Noffs Foundation, i want to help this cause as they look after kids with drug related problems and people shy away from these issues, it could have been me if I didn't get that guiding hand, at a crucial age.
Where is your favourite place to relax in Sydney?
Fratelli Paradiso in Challis Ave Potts Point. Love Love Love this place!
How often do you eat out and cook at home?
Just about every night, i don't like to cook for my self so i go out.
The one thing I can't leave home without is…
My Dog Stud, i did once and i never forgave myself. I'm a bad father some times. I forget about him and his needs.
What frustrates you most about Sydney?
Nothing I love it and everything about it, we are so lucky to live in the most amazing city.
If you were Clover Moore, what would be the first thing you'd inject money into fixing?
My Fashion sense and updating my resume, she is doing a dreadful job and should be voted out.
Favourite beach in Sydney and why?
I hate the beach I find it such a waste of time sitting there doing nothing. Plus I can't swim.
Three pet hates?
1. Boring people
2. Bad manners
3. Untidy people
What is your one diva demand?
I don't wait in line for anything or anyone, EVER.
Where would be your ultimate holiday destination?
Ok I love Paris, I could live there forever.
When was the last time you cried? If you wish to divulge, why?
God I cry all the time I'm a big sook. But I won't tell you why i last cried because I'll cry again, I love crying. It's good for you.
What car do you drive, best thing about the car and why you bought it?
I don't drive I have a full time car service and its fab, I love Phil the driver he has looked after me for so long I wouldn't know what to do without him anymore.
Your best grooming tip?
Get a hair cut.


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|Photo of Family Collection courtesy Laura C. Lorenzana 2012
08 December 2012
Sorting Saturday - Let the Scanning Begin!
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Love your article, Laura. You answered my question as to how scanning damages a document.ReplyDelete
Ralph, yay! An important aspect of being a family historian/genealogist: we want our material to last and we want to share what we have with others. Scanning is the best way to do that, but we have to be prudent in how we manage that process. I have, in the course of handling my own family materials, made mistakes that cost me information (i.e., harmed the material). My goal is to make sure I can pass on what I learned, through those hard lessons, so someone else doesn't have to feel the way I felt when it happened.ReplyDelete
I appreciate that you took the time to read, and comment! Happy scanning...
Laura, Thank you for posting this article. I'm starting to do something about all the genealogy material I have gathered. I can see I need to make scanning a top priority.ReplyDeleteReplies
Grant, thank you so much for stopping by to read and comment. It's the biggest challenge we have; getting ourselves organized. We always say we'll do it later, right? I suggest to those who ask that they start with the most fragile material they have (if any) and get it scanned and put away as quickly as possible. From there, it's a matter of eating the elephant a bite at a time. ;-)Delete
I know there's a group doing scanning on Sundays, as long as you're not a professional genealogist. If you haven't heard about it, I post a link...they work on-line for just an hour on Sunday, which I think is a great way to tackle getting your scanning started.
Thanks again for stopping by!
- Sue Greatbanks08 December, 2012 14:07
Thanks Laura, good to know we are doing it right - love flat-bed scanners. I also have a Flip-pal portable scanner, and my current project is scanning my recently purchased UK certificates with it as they are too long for the flatbed, and it does a good job of stitching the watermarks on them. Is it OK to use it for older, only one copy of, photos? Regards, SueReplyDeleteReplies
Those old flat-beds have come a long way, haven't they?! Thanks for stopping by and commenting; you asked a great question.Delete
I avoided the appearance of 'promoting' anything, but I have seen and had the opportunity to try a Flip-pal. I liked the idea and portability and yes it's particularly good for odd sized things like those pesky, too-long UK certs!
I'd be inclined to say that yes, you can use it to get the scans of your old photos, though I still prefer a digital camera or smartphone because that doesn't utilize a flash of light and you don't really have to handle the photos (which should always be done with gloves, as an aside). But, of course, the portability makes it especially attractive for bringing along on those holiday trips to be with family, so if that works, it's a good thing.
Thanks again for your comment and question!
- Sue Greatbanks08 December, 2012 17:16
Would you believe I'd never thought of using the digital camera to re-photograph the old photos - duh. Thanks again.Delete
As I said, I just want people to learn from my experience...a more direct route. So, I do believe it, because I 'accidentally' figured out it worked when the scanner a client had died and I had to get an image done quickly. I remember thinking that at least I'd have a decent image. It actually came out better!Delete
Laura, thank you for this wise advice. Yes, I can just imagine getting a precious document stuck when "rolled through" a photocopy machine. NONONONONO!ReplyDelete
I've been using Flip-Pal, which I think is easy on old photos, and I have often set it at 600 dpi for old photos that I wish were just a touch clearer. When I get to the thousands of family photos I've stored -- from the 1960s forward -- I was also thinking of using 600 dpi so that the family members would have an especially clear photo to enjoy in my digitally stored albums (spent yesterday learning to transfer photos from MacBookPro thru iTunes to IPhoto on iPad Mini and then to albums in PhotoManagerPro on IPad Mini; my head is still reeling).
Is there a downside to scanning photos at 600dpi? Or is that OK?
Thanks for this substantial post!Replies
Apologies for the late response, Mariann. The difference between 300 dpi and 600 dpi is really only evident if you attempt to blow up the image (i.e., you start with a 3" x 5" but want a print that is 24" x 40"). That is why the Archival Standard is set at 300 dpi.Delete
The only potential downside to scanning at 600 dpi is that for some scanners it takes longer and the file size is four times (4x) larger. So, if the photo you scan at 300 dpi is 2.5MB, at 600 dpi the file will be 10MB. Otherwise, if your preference is 600 dpi...go for it! You've more than covered the minimum standard.
Hi Laura, thanks for the tips on scanning. I'm going to check out the camscanner app for my Android smartphone. By the way, I found you from a link on the blog for hcgsohio.blogspot.com. Kathy Reed suggested we all visit our Members' blogs. :)ReplyDelete
Hi, Jenny! Thanks so much for taking the time to read & comment, and nice to meet an HCGS member on-line! I really love camscanner because it's easy to use but also has more advanced features for when you get the hang of using it. :-)ReplyDelete
Hi, Jenny! Thanks so much for taking the time to read & comment, and nice to meet an HCGS member on-line! I really love camscanner because it's easy to use but also has more advanced features for when you get the hang of using it. :-)ReplyDelete
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I've been a silent little lovely as of late, but rest assured, I've also been a busy bee;). I've been sewing up a storm and doing my very best to throw myself head first into the amazing world of textiles, sewing & quilting. Sure, it's a faction of my job, but man oh man have I fallen in love with this world. Who knew I loved sewing this much? Not just sewing, but creating in general… sewing, stenciling, arranging… it's addicting in the best of ways.
There's loads to share, really, but I'll get started with the Covert Robin. Coolest event name ever? It's possible. The event was created by Rachael of Imagine Gnats and is a round-robin gift exchange of handmade presents. You sign up, get to make something special for another blogger, and then receive a handmade present from a mystery gifter (a "covert robin"). It's a pretty awesome idea and I couldn't help but get involved this year. My 'host' was Clara of Clover & Violet, another favorite sewing blog of mine. She was super nice and helpful and I'm grateful to her for guiding me through my first covert exchange!
My giftee was the lovely Louise, aka 'Weas', of the blog Weasinart. I did a little research and found that she's really a Renaissance woman of sorts. She sews, bakes, makes jewelry and is just generally crafty. I wanted to make her something special that she would also be handy and helpful. After some careful consideration, I decided on the Artisan Apron by Rachael Gander for Pellon®. I made a few modifications and opted for a large patch pocket in the front so that I had a mini canvas on which to embroider Weas's logo. I added two wooden spoons and a little bit of Maine Maple Syrup and sent the package on it's way. I hear that Weas was thrilled, which brings a giant grin to my face.
I also received a package from my talented gifter, Jennifer from Busy Being Jennifer. This absolute sweetheart made me my very own embroidered owl wall art. I adore it and it will be hanging on my office wall as soon as I repaint.
Have you ever considered an exchange? It's a great way to meet new friends, learn about new techniques, develop new skills and test your creativity a bit.


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Our Italian cooking vacations through Tuscany and Umbria are not just about what you see, but how you see it. They are all about fun, laughter and a sense of family. We reject mass tourism in favor of discovering the real Italy. After all, it's about so much more than just the sights you see, so we integrate you into the warm and friendly Italian culture at every opportunity. You will discover Italy among the Italians, rather than being wrapped in a crowd of other tourists. This wonderful and warm Italian experience is what makes it the trip of a lifetime. Look further and discover what makes us so special... and get ready to become a part of our extended family!
You can also feel confident with us. We are a well-established organization based in the United States, but operating in Italy. We are one of the most successful and well established cooking vacation operators in all of Italy, and we always welcome requests for references.
You will wake up each morning in your own beautiful private village home, nestled in the medieval or renaissance quarter the beautiful hill town of Soriano nel Cimino, right at the border area between Tuscany, Umbria and Alto Lazio. Each morning we meet in the village piazza at a coffee bar & pastry shop where the locals have breakfast each morning. We'll have our breakfast at the sidewalk tables in the piazza, across from the main cathedral, looking up at the 11th century castle that was once the Pope's summer retreat before we start our days.
If we are having a cooking class today, we will go shopping with the villagers. We'll stop at a local butcher, the vegetable stand, a village grocer, etc. All the while, we are picking our ingredients for today's cooking class and getting to know the local merchants. We will then head down to our villa for today's class. If today is a non-cooking day, we will head out on one of our amazing all day excursions.
On Cooking Class Days
We typically have 4 cooking classes on our one-week vacations. On the days we have class, we normally do a half-day of cooking, then the other half we do an excursion.
Most of the classes are full five course meals, and are 100% hands-on. Everything we will eat at that meal, YOU will have made. In one class we make Pappardelle Pasta from scratch with Bolognese sauce, Panzanella (Tuscan Bread Salad), Tuscan Roasted chicken, roasted potatoes, and Tiramisu. In another we will make a wonderful Parmesan & Balsamic Vinegar Risotto, Brasato al Barolo Roast, Panna Cotta, etc. Other classes have us making Biscotti, Gelato, Limoncello, and even a night of amazing Pizza.
The cooking classes are all held in our breathtaking 700 sq.ft. teaching kitchen in our 18th century country villa overlooking the hills of Umbria, and over to Tuscany. During class we have nothing but fun; laughing, singing, kidding around… and all the wine you can handle! It is a true Italian family experience, in which all of our guests make themselves at home and simply let go.
Our morning classes result in that day's lunch, and afternoon classes become dinner.
The other half of the day we will go on an excursion. We may visit the ancient Monster Park, or explore the ancient Jewish Ghetto of Pitigliano, Tuscany. We may visit the city of Orvieto, then go to an antique family-run olive oil mill & winery. We may head over to the walled city of Viterbo and discover the Papal Palace that was the seat of a series of Popes in the 13th century. We may visit the stunning water gardens at a Cardinal's villa, or perhaps spend an afternoon at the breathtaking 'Dying City'. No matter what, if we have a cooking class, we always have an excursion before or after.
If we had class for lunch, we make sure dinner tonight is something unique and special. If class is for dinner, we will have had a unique and special lunch. Our choices for restaurants in these cases are always designed to give you the best culinary experience, since our vacations are so focused on the food! That may be an amazing elegant restaurant, or simply the best Porchetta in Italy that happens to be served off.
On Non-Cooking Class Days
If today we don't have a cooking class, we will go on a more serious excursion, and spend the day out. We may spend the day in Tuscan wine country, visiting vineyards, cheese farms, etc. Perhaps we will start the day off in a 9th century abbey watching Benedictine Monks do the Gregorian chant, then have lunch with the owners of an exclusive Brunello winery. Perhaps we will spend the day in Assisi, with a side trip to a Deruta ceramics factory. We may visit beautiful Umbrian waterfalls, then meet with a Prince at his personal castle for a private tour. On some of our weeks we may spend the day in Rome, and tour the Vatican and the ancient city.
Whatever we do, it is always something that you will never forget, and along the way we are also being introduced to the best local cuisine at each lunch, and each dinner.
During Festival and Harvest Periods
When there is a festival nearby, we are there. It may be a jazz festival that has us dining in a piazza while watching fantastic jazz and big band performances. It may be a medieval festival that has us watching flag throwers or sword fighters. Perhaps we will spend the evening having dinner on a boat in a lake as we watch one of the most amazing fireworks displays you will ever see. If it is happening within our reach, we are there.
The same holds true for the wine harvest and olive harvest. If you are with us while one of our local vineyards is harvesting, we will drop it all and pick grapes.. or crush them to make wine. If the locals are harvesting olives, we'll not only spend some time picking them, but we will take them to the antique cold-press olive oil mill and make our own extra virgin oil… which YOU will bring home with you!
|Map Legend
|Our Home Base - Soriano nel Cimino
01038 Soriano nel Cimino Viterbo, Italy
|Orcia Vally Wine Trail in Tuscany
53027 San Quirico d'Orcia Sienna, Italy
Via Spinete, 06038 Spello Perugia, Italy
|Rome Airport
Via dell'Aeroporto di Fiumicino, 00054 Fiumicino Rome, Italy
Via dell'Aeroporto di Fiumicino, 00054 Fiumicino Rome, Italy
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|75 minutes
|Historic Rome
|60 Minutes
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|180 Minutes
|Southern Tuscany
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|8 Day, 7 Night All Inclusive
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It is refreshing to read the economic analysis of Bruce Bartlett, a Republican who has worked for Presidents Reagan and George H.W. Bush as well as for Jack Kemp and Ron Paul. In a recent column (NYT, 8.5.12 "The Clinton Tax Challenge for Republicans"), Bartlett compares the results of George W. Bush's tax cuts, which failed to promote economic growth, as he promised, and did not pay down the deficit, with Bill Clinton's tax increases, which cut the deficit completely and also coincided with marked economic growth.
Although President Clinton did not face an economic crisis of the magnitude of the one that Barack Obama found, still Mr. Clinton took office facing a $2.65 trillion federal deficit left by Ronald Reagan. Yet, according to a report by the Congressional Budget Office, "the federal budget deficit fell every year of the Clinton administration, from $290 billion in 1992 to $255 billion in 1993, $203 billion in 1994, $164 billion in 1995, $107 billion in 1996, and $22 billion in 1997." Most Americans, except for the very youngest, can recall that when President Clinton left office, he handed his successor a federal budget surplus of $236 billion. What happened? That surplus, the nonpartisan C.B.O. reports, "was dissipated by huge tax cuts during the George W. Bush administration." Compare the national nest egg Mr. Bush inherited to the global economic catastrophe he left his successor in 2008.
The historical record, then, gives voters reason to ignore today's partisans who claim without shame or evidence that cutting taxes would reduce the deficit and stimulate growth. Why would tax cuts work for Mitt Romney in a much more dire economic situation, when they led to a squandered federal surplus under George W. Bush?
Some commentators have argued that the cut in the capital gains tax was a major factor in President Clinton's economic turnaround. But that is false. The capital gains tax was not lowered until 1997; by that time the Clinton administration had managed to reduce the deficit for five years in a row.
But there is more. Clinton's tax increase on the highest earners (from 31 percent to 39.6 percent, which President Obama proposes to restore) was part of a broader program that included federal spending cuts and a general tax hike, not limited to the wealthiest. The increased revenues were used to pay down the deficit even as the nation's G.D.P. rose.
That history provides ample reason to think that a tax hike might well succeed again. President Obama's proposal to let the Bush tax cuts on the wealthy expire would be one step in the right direction. Those revenues could be used to pay down the deficit and to stimulate job creation, which is still too sluggish. Gradually, when the economy recovers and stabilizes, more spending cuts and a broader tax hike will also be necessary. That is the winning combination President Clinton implemented.
As Ms Smith refers to Ronald Reagan's deficits, we should note that the last year of Reagan's administration experienced a deficit of about $160 billion. As Clinton entered office, the US was already in the early states of a recovery. It is quite common for revenues to increase and deficits to decrease naturally at such a stage. What is really unique about the Clinton economy is that the growth went on far past that initial stage. The first year of the increase to the top earning 1% Ms Smith mentions actually saw a decrease in income tax collected from that group, clearly an indication that the cited increase to top earners had a negative initial impact on revenue. Although as Ms Smith notes the deficits began to decrease year over year, intially the predictable result of the recovery Clinton inherited, the actual revenues from the tax increase were fully 40% short of the administration's projections and a cause for concern that was a factor in the subsequent huge capital gains tax cut of 1997. But the great reduction in the deficit, and the first year of the Clinton administration that experienced a deficit lower than Reagan's last year, began in 1996, the year of fulfillment for Clinton's promise to "end welfare as we know it," which lowered the number of workers on welfare by 53%, or 7.5 million. That, coupled with the largest capital gains cut in recent history the following year, led to the actual budget surpluses of the last years of Clinton's tenure. Lowering taxes and cutting spending, including cuitting over 100,000 federal jobs and turning millions from welfare recipients into taxpaying citizens, extended the natural recovery from a recession in the early years into the longest continuous sustained growth the nation had experienced.
Canada, meanwhile, has worked that same program of cutting taxes and containing expenditures, but with far greater consistency, over two decades. The result was a halving of the nation's debt and regular budget surpluses, along with a healthy and growing economy. Their capital gains tax rate has just been lowered to under our current rate.
If only we as a nation had such social and economic discipline.
But then something happened. The Internet exploded and the US and world economy changed forever. What had a major effect on the deficit was a result of four things and none of them were the Clinton tax increases. Clinton happened to be in the station when the train rolled in. If Dole had been elected president in 1996 we would be talking about the Dole Revolution and that would have been nonsense too. Here are the four things that contributed to the budget surpluses which by their nature were only temporary. There was no way these surpluses could last. If elected, Al Gore would have to explain why he blew all those Clinton surpluses.
1. The internet bubble changed the way business was conducted in the world but especially the United States. There was unprecedented optimism as the country's economy expanded in response to this new phenomena. There was a series of cartoons by Doonesbury which said that the stock capitalization of many of the new internet start ups were greater than the GDP of some countries. People were predicting a DOW of 30,000.
2. There was a defense bonus as expenditures for defense dropped as a result of the implosion of the Soviet Union. This was the so called ''peace dividend.''
3. There were restraints on the budget in general as the Republican Congress held spending down. Here are the expenditures in 2005 dollars for the years of the Republican Congress. In six years the expenditures only increased $150 billion. We blow increases like that in a month now.
1996 $1906.8
1997 $1916.1
1998 $1958.8
1999 $1989.5
2000 $2040.6
And by the way, Clinton couldn't imagine the need for any more spending then what was in his last budget.
4. A dramatic increase in capital gains tax revenues after the rates were lowered in 1997. This added nearly a $100 billion in additional tax revenues by 2000 over 1996, before the tax rates were reduced.
Thus the statement above,
''Some commentators have argued that the cut in the capital gains tax was a major factor in President Clinton's economic turnaround. But that is false''
is not true. There was no way that these capital gains revenues could continue as the NASDAQ fell from 5000 to 2000 in less than a year making most capital gains moot. That is one of the things Bush inherited, this tremendous drop in the stock market.
If one analyzes the tax cuts of Bush in 2001 and 2003 it is easy to see tax revenue did not decrease but increased in 2004 through 2007. There was a recession in 2001 that started before Bush took office and then there was 9/11. Both of which dampened the economy for a couple years. Here are income tax revenues for FY 2002-2007.
2003- 1901.1
2004- 1945.5
2005- 2153.6
2006- 2324.1
2007- 2414.1
Now exactly just what caused the increased tax revenues in that period can be debated but to say there were none or that the Bush tax cuts caused deficits is absurd. What caused the deficits were the increases in military spending and probably too much other government spending in general. Total compensation of federal employees has almost doubled since 2000 and a lot of that happened during Bush's tenure.
One last point on inceased taxes on the wealthy. They will do two things and neither will help the middle class or the poor. They will provide very little extra income and may in fact reduce tax revenues after a year or two as the rich adjust their behavior especially if the capital gains taxes are raised. The second and most important thing is that the rich do not consume most of their income. They invest it.
Most of the investment in the future will come from the excess income of the high income earners and this is what will cause increased job creation in the future. The upper middle class on down consume most of their income and save only a little. So if we are interested in the future, then most investment in risky ventures will come from the ''rich'' and then the middle class and the poor will benefit by the innovation that is then produced. Most of these risky investments fail, so people have to be encouraged by high returns in order to make these investments. So by taxing these people more we are limiting the future of the poor and the middle class. We have to find ways for them to invest more, not less.
It addresses a couple of your points. Namely, we are 1) becoming as a nation more stratified based on wealth and education and 2) the lower classes are losing those abilities/characteristics that allowed people in previous generations to rise up in income and status. It is more than just education and wealth but a change in attitudes by a large segment of the population that affects their mobility.
Also there have been some studies that indicate that actual wealth has not become more concentrated in the last 50 years. What we mainly see as wealth today is often investments in securities and as these increase, wealth will increase disproportionately to the rest of society and as they decrease their wealth will decrease disproportionately. The greatest increase in so called wealth took place in the late 1990's as the stock market rose dramatically as the result of internet bubble. It then decreased when the stock market dropped and rose again when it went up. Not the same thing as our landed gentry of the past.
Gee Wiz ... DOW doubled since Obama took over in 2009.. JR will be voting for more?


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How do I get my 4 year old twins to try cooked veggies. They like simple foods, not a lot of mixed or casseroles. They are not really eating any veggies but fried okra. They are very unwilling to try new foods. They like snacks, crackers, etc. They will eat fruits. Should I be concerned and what do I do. Not feed them until they will eat the veggies (not the crackers products.)? They do eat yogurt, chicken nuggets, hot dogs, but not much else. Thank for any advise.
Getting kids to eat fruits and vegetables can sometimes be a challenge. It is normal for four year old kids to like simple foods. To begin, try to make the experience of trying a fruit or vegetable positive and fun. If a child senses any excess anxiety on your part, s/he may dig his heels in. Start with a small bite on the plate with a favorite food, and encourage taking a taste. Meanwhile, while you are working with them to encourage them to try fruits and vegetables, you can feel comfortable that they are getting them in their diet by 'hiding' them in foods such as tomato sauce on spaghetti, in meatloaf, soups, smoothies, etc. Set a good example – if your twins see that the rest of the family (especially parents) are eating vegetables, they may be more likely to eat them as well. Take them along on your next trip to the grocery store and have them pick one vegetable they would like to try. Involving them in the preparation of vegetables also may get them interested. It could be as simple as washing or chopping something or as complex as trying a new recipe. Also, don't forget that sometimes it takes 5-10 trials before your child learns to like something… encourage them to continually taste things because "taste buds have matured" and now they might like them. Lastly, you are not alone. See what other mothers have said about their similar challenges in our Mom2Mom section.


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Applicant Expenses
Occasionally, the critical nature of a professional position shall necessitate payment of travel expenses for selected applicants. The District may reimburse mileage expenses for applicants living more than one hundred miles from the District's administrative offices. Reimbursement rates shall equal existing mileage rates for employees. Travel involving periods away from the applicant's domicile may include reimbursement for meals consistent with the District's meal reimbursement policy for employees.
A meal may be paid for local or out of area applicant and selected interviewers. All such expenses must be approved by the Director or Deputy Director.
Where necessary or expedient, the District may obtain public transportation tickets and arrange and pay for lodging and transportation for applicants. Such applicant expenses shall be controlled in order to produce the lowest practical cost to the District.
The District may cooperate with other agencies in arranging and sharing applicant interview expenses when such arrangements are consistent with effective recruitment efforts.
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Note: The Garmin Zumo 665LM GPS Navigation System for Motorcycles has been discontinued and is no longer able to be ordered.Take a ride on a new route and explore the open road with the zūmo 665, a motorcycle-friendly navigator with stereo Bluetooth® and XM® satellite radio, weather and traffic. Whether your on a weekday ride just across town or a week long trip to an annual rally with friends, the zūmo 665 is ready to show you the way.
- zūmo 665
- Preloaded City Navigator® NT for North America*
- Motorcycle mount with integrated power cable and mounting hardware
- GXM 40 antenna and magnetic base
- Carrying case
- Dust cover for motorcycle mount
- Battery pack
- Automotive suction cup mount
- Automotive power cable
- USB cable
- Dashboard disk
- Quick start manual
Designed By Bikers For Bikers
Featuring a bright 4.3 touchscreen color display, the zūmo 665 puts all the information you need in an easy-to-read format as you travel down the road. The zūmo 665 also has a glove-friendly intuitive interface that makes entering information as easy as shifting gears. In addition, the wide sunlight-readable display makes for easy navigation whether your riding during a bright day or a moonless night. And with a rugged waterproof case that resists fuel sprays and UV rays, the zūmo 665 was built for life on the road.
Add Weather and Radio
The zūmo 665 comes standard with our GXM 40 XM antenna. Simply add an optional XM subscription and receive real-time XM Radio® with 170 digital channels of commercial-free music, news, sports, talk and entertainment when you travel in the U.S. With the addition of XM NavWeather®, you can access up-to-the-minute weather data and NEXRAD radar graphics from your map screen to stay ahead of the storm. Plus, when you add on XM NavTraffic®, you can find out where the trouble spots are and route around them.
Go Your Own Way
Pick your path and hit the streets. The zūmo 665 is ready to go right out of the box. Its preloaded with City Navigator® NT street maps and millions of points of interest (POIs) that include motels, restaurants, gas stations, ATMs and more. In addition, the zūmo 665 offers 3-D building view and lane assist with junction view to show you more of your surroundings and make sure that you'll know the right lane at the right time. The zūmo 665 also comes standard with a digital fuel gauge so you can keep track of how many miles you have left before its time to get gas.
Keep In Touch
The zūmo 665 features Bluetooth wireless technology so you can stay in touch while you're on the move. With it, youre free to safely talk on your phone without having to remove your gloves or helmet. Simply connect your zūmo 665 to your Bluetooth-enabled headset or helmet and then pair with your cellphone to make and receive calls on the go. You can also call POIs through the zūmos Bluetooth interface perfect for last-minute change of plans or a quick pit stop for food and fuel. And with spoken street name functionality, the zūmo 665 will also transmit voice prompts to your headset for wireless and worry-free navigation.
Stay Entertained
Have a long ride planned? The zūmo 665 is your all-in-one entertainment center. Featuring an on-board MP3 player and advanced Bluetooth A2DP technology, you'll enjoy crisp and clean stereo sound, including XM radio (subscription required), with your compatible headset. The motorcycle mount also comes standard with a headphone jack so you can connect to your headphones or helmet headset and microphone. Its also loaded with a picture viewer for taking friends and family on the road, and it supports audiobooks to help break up the miles when youre in for the long haul.
Plan and Share Your Rides
Found the perfect backroad to share with your riding buddies? Or perhaps youre planning a cross-country trip and looking to avoid as much interstate as possible. With the zūmo 665s powerful trip planning tools, you can create your custom routes on your computer and then transfer your saved route directly to your zūmo. And when youve returned home, you can review your rides in Google Earth. In addition, microSD card expansion makes it easy for sharing routes and adding storage.
You can also visit Garmin Connect Their online community of routes and riders. Its a great resource for finding new rides and planning trips.
Move Between Modes
Just because your bikes parked doesn't mean your day is done. The zūmo 665 also pulls double duty as an in-car navigator when youre on four wheels instead of two. In addition to the included motorcycle mount, the zūmo 665 also includes:
- a carrying case
- vehicle mount
- power cable
Its like having two full-featured navigators for the price of one.
Physical & Performance:
|5.3"W x 3.3"H x .9"D (13.5 x 8.4 x 2.3 cm)
|Display resolution, WxH:
|480 x 272 pixels
|Display type:
|WQVGA color TFT with white backlight
|9.5 ounces (270 g)
|Battery life:
|up to 3 hours (less with full backlight and options)
|removable, rechargeable lithium-ion
|yes (IPX7)
|High-sensitivity receiver:
Maps & Memory:
|Preloaded street maps:
|Includes lifetime map updates
|Ability to add maps:
|Built-in memory:
|internal solid state
|Accepts data cards:
|microSD card (not included)
|20 (additional storage on microSD card)
|Voice prompts (e.g. "Turn right in 500 ft."):
|yes (internal speaker)
|Voice-activated navigation (operate device with spoken commands):
|trafficTrends (calculates routes based on predicted traffic flow):
|3-D building view (displays buildings in 3-D):
|Auto re-route (fast off-route and detour recalculation):
|Route avoidance (avoid highways, tolls etc.):
|Garmin nüLink! Services: (receive accurate real-time travel information):
|MSN® Direct compatible:
|Speed limit indicator (displays speed limit for most major roads in the U.S. and Europe):
|Garmin Locate (marks position when removed from windshield mount):
|Qwerty or ABC keyboard (choose keyboard layout):
|Garmin Garage vehicles compatible (download car-shaped icons to your device):
|Photo navigation (navigate to geotagged photos):
|Picture viewer:
|Audio book player:
|Headphone jack/audio line-out:
|This USB mass storage device is compatible with Windows® XP or newer and Mac® OS X 10.4 or later.
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- Review by Michael
For the money, this shouldn't happen. BTW, it still happens. But since I spent so much money, I certainly don't want to tell the wife I need a new unit. (Posted on 8/13/2014)
- Review by John65
My issue is with Garmin.. My unit died after an update.. I contacted Garmin and they determined it was dead. I had to pay to send it back toGarmin and they replaced it with a re-conditioned unit.. not a new unit, even though I had basically a new unit. The Grmin customer service is horrid.. I should have purchased a used unit and saved my money for a new one as that is all that Garmin gave me for my new unit that was only 3 months old. So I don't have a new unit, the one they sent me keeps shutting off for no reason.. and I had to pay to send it to them... save your money.. (Posted on 7/7/2014)
- Review by BMan


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Hobbit An Unexpected Journey (S4) Minicell
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THE HOBBIT: AN UNEXPECTED JOURNEY' follows the journey of BILBO BAGGINS, who is unexpectedly swept into an epic quest to reclaim the lost Dwarf Kingdom of Erebo which was long ago conquered by the dragon Smaug. Approached out of the blue by the wizard GANDALF THE GREY, BILBO BAGGINS finds himself joining a company of 13 dwarves led by the legendary warrior, THORIN OAKENSHIELD. Their journey will take them into the Wild through treacherous lands swarming with Goblins and Orcs, deadly Wargs and Giant Spiders, Shapeshifters and Sorcerers. Although their goal lies to the East and the wastelands of the Lonely Mountain, first they must escape the goblin tunnels where BILBO BAGGINS meets the creature that will change his life forever ... Gollum. Here, alone with Gollum on the shores of an underground lake, the unassuming BILBO BAGGINS not only discovers depths of guile and courage that surprise even him, he also gains possession of Gollum's "precious" ring that holds unexpected and useful qualities ... A simple, gold ring that is tied to the fate of all Middle-earth in ways BILBO BAGGINS cannot begin to know.
7? x 5? Black mdf frame Real film from the movie Comes with an easel back for easy display Trend Setters embossed/foiled certificate of authenticity Made in the USAEach FilmCell presentation is made with careful attention to detail. It is double matted, placed in a quality frame, contains a clear front and back allowing natural light to enhance the film frames. Each piece of film is hand-cut from reels to provide you with the best possible scenes to offer a unique and varied product. This is all put together to bring you a collectible that looks great in any room.(The film portrayed in the image above is an example of the film cells you may receive.)Cast: Martin Freeman, Richard Armitage, Cate Blanchett, Elijah Wood, Hugo Weaving, Christopher Lee, Ian McKellen


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- TF 15 Skyndeep head
- Finish: Carneval
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The Difficulty of Making a Good American Revolution Movie
I have various topics in mind to write about, including a too-long-delayed series on Dr. Benjamin Church, Jr. But I'm so busy with next weekend's "Abolitionism in Black and White: The Anti-Slavery Community of Boston and Cambridge" symposium that I'm going to grab any material the web offers me for a while.
Recently the novelist and social critic David Brin asked me if I'd seen any good movies about the Revolutionary War. I had to respond:
Parts of The Devil's Disciple, with Burt Lancaster, Kirk Douglas, and Sir Laurence Olivier, are so bad they're good.By those parts I meant the way the film depicts the movement of great bodies of troops during Gen. John Burgoyne's thrust down from Canada through stop-motion animation of little dolls across a tabletop. And there's a scene near the end when Lancaster blows up a room, sending a dozen redcoats sprawling, but maintains his own footing because—dammit!—he's Burt Lancaster. (Read more at Classic Film Guide.)
By coincidence, in the new issue of the online magazine Common-Place Mark Peterson writes about Hollywood's difficulty creating a good movie about the Revolutionary War. After listing the usual disasters, he posits:
it seems as though the difficulty of making a good American Revolution movie has something to do with the challenge of finding a plot for the Revolution that can be arranged in the form of a family drama. Hollywood's historical dramas tend to reduce complex processes to a small number of characters who can coherently depict the course of events, often through the intertwined lives of a family or two. The Civil War, of course, is perfect for this—"brother against brother" in a fratricidal family drama. . . .Ironically, that patricidal ur-plot has let the American Revolution produce several good or great coming-of-age novels, usually treated as children's literature: Johnny Tremain, April Morning, My Brother Sam Is Dead, and The Astonishing Life of Octavian Nothing, among others. The story we Americans tell ourselves about a nation coming to maturity mirrors the story of an adolescent coming to maturity.
The problem for this device in depicting the American Revolution lies in Americans' squeamishness in accepting that the American Revolution was a form of patricide—a revolt against paternalistic government symbolized in the fatherly figure of the king.


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Dear Sir/Madam,
The reason I am writing this letter is my prospective of a work placement at [Company] in Rotterdam. At the moment I am a second year student of [Study] at [University Name]
My work placement will take place from August 2013 to December 2013. During this period I will have to do an assignment. This assignment will have a connection with logistics operations in your company. The work placements assignment could comprise the various areas in the logistics field, such as intermodal transport, purchase management or warehouse management.
My main aim is to complete my work placement at your company and gain vital for me experience in logistics field. I believe that [Company], one of the largest companies in a world, can provide me this.
Furthermore, I would kindly ask you for an assignment for me and as an attachment enclosed with this letter you will find a brochure with the possible assignment options. I would appreciate your answer at short notice.
I thank you in advance for reviewing my letter and I am looking forward to receiving an answer from you.
Yours faithfully,
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Any remarks or suggestions?
Thanks in advance!:)