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Innovation merely bound simply by geography or maybe a particular discipline and actually, this never was. It may boost nearly every part of a merchandise or services life-cycle, via business design development to rates tactics, marketing, and program delivery. In addition, powerful procedure new development may well set the firmness just for new method of thinking, and have knock-on effects in completely different areas of the small organization. You have to take care of a large number of stakeholders with the primary development. Research samples of ground breaking activity in different corporations to identify how very similar innovations found in your firm may produce dramatic consequences.
Process improvements are innovations found in just how an organization conducts its group, including found in techniques of producing or advertising and marketing goods or perhaps solutions. Simply stated, it is certainly the means of creating something totally new. Business creativity also possesses the removal of a feature by a good or assistance. Additionally, it is commonly associated with the research and creation actions engaged in creating new goods and services, and discovering innovative methods of having them to industry. Consequently, business model originality will be revolutionary, and in a large number of occasions, transformational. It requires a different procedure. Leadership plus the capacity to deliver innovative technology are solid factors within just successful businesses. It’s as well vital pertaining to frontrunners to change the process by which they manage invention inside their firms so they will can align with their particular innovators’ way of functioning. Many online business leaders typically implement an innovation approach since they will don’t understand ways to get began and assume that it has to be a time-consuming practice.
The advantages of development not necessarily constrained to cool product development. Pondering and leverage innovations inside your company provides benefits to the kind of business. A risk need to identify the concern that result in the risk. Well-identified dangers happen to be ones which may stage out the actual problem plainly. Modifying the business model style brings much higher risk due to prospect of disruption to the present company. In doing that the maker initiatives to present a thing different. For example, car companies generate one particular new car yearly. Or perhaps the item must house an entirely new trouble that has occured. To prevent loss in earnings or liquidation for your business in the prolonged run, new releases must be designed to exchange the prior items. Fresh goods and features even so perform not at all times produce a great little business end result.
Companies must decide the very best uses of technology for their industry and their clients and implement that into a manner that helps the organization strategy. Several businesses are dedicated to creating fresh small organization innovations. The business is searching intended for a strategy that will consider under consideration all of the stakeholders, the clientele, and your staff members. Small and mid-sized companies come with a benefits in relation to client connections, upon account of their particular flexibility and ability to react to customer necessities quickly without being hindered simply by bureaucracy. Good companies aren’t those which usually build a great organization, then look by assortment seeing as a nice-to-have attribute. Start-up businesses have the advantage mainly because they can iterate and adapt their particular business style considering they are in the process of an first small enterprise model style. Although businesses like Atlassian and others will be embracing the power of difference and range, the us government appears to always be missing an important stage.
Ensure everybody knows the way to makes use of the systems in your office and understand the procedures regarding how to seek out assist. The organization procedure is all the compact parts that include each various other to accomplish the company target. Creation method for the purpose of exciting creativity and assisting new technology Creating fresh expertise is a significant goal for the majority of agencies, nevertheless it isn’t really simple to permit.

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innovation merely bound simply by geography or maybe a particular discipline and actually, this never was. it may boost nearly every part of a merchandise or services life-cycle, via business design development to rates tactics, marketing, and program delivery. in addition, powerful procedure new development may well set the firmness just for new method of thinking, and have knock-on effects in completely different areas of the small organization. you have to take care of a large number of stakeholders with the primary development. research samples of ground breaking activity in different corporations to identify how very similar innovations found in your firm may produce dramatic consequences.
process improvements are innovations found in just how an organization conducts its group, including found in techniques of producing or advertising and marketing goods or perhaps solutions. simply stated, it is certainly the means of creating something totally new. business creativity also possesses the removal of a feature by a good or assistance. additionally, it is commonly associated with the research and creation actions engaged in creating new goods and services, and discovering innovative methods of having them to industry. consequently, business model originality will be revolutionary, and in a large number of occasions, transformational. it requires a different procedure. leadership plus the capacity to deliver innovative technology are solid factors within just successful businesses. it’s as well vital pertaining to frontrunners to change the process by which they manage invention inside their firms so they will can align with their particular innovators’ way of functioning. many online business leaders typically implement an innovation approach since they will don’t understand ways to get began and assume that it has to be a time-consuming practice.
the advantages of development not necessarily constrained to cool product development. pondering and leverage innovations inside your company provides benefits to the kind of business. a risk need to identify the concern that result in the risk. well-identified dangers happen to be ones which may stage out the actual problem plainly. modifying the business model style brings much higher risk due to prospect of disruption to the present company. in doing that the maker initiatives to present a thing different. for example, car companies generate one particular new car yearly. or perhaps the item must house an entirely new trouble that has occured. to prevent loss in earnings or liquidation for your business in the prolonged run, new releases must be designed to exchange the prior items. fresh goods and features even so perform not at all times produce a great little business end result.
companies must decide the very best uses of technology for their industry and their clients and implement that into a manner that helps the organization strategy. several businesses are dedicated to creating fresh small organization innovations. the business is searching intended for a strategy that will consider under consideration all of the stakeholders, the clientele, and your staff members. small and mid-sized companies come with a benefits in relation to client connections, upon account of their particular flexibility and ability to react to customer necessities quickly without being hindered simply by bureaucracy. good companies aren’t those which usually build a great organization, then look by assortment seeing as a nice-to-have attribute. start-up businesses have the advantage mainly because they can iterate and adapt their particular business style considering they are in the process of an first small enterprise model style. although businesses like atlassian and others will be embracing the power of difference and range, the us government appears to always be missing an important stage.
ensure everybody knows the way to makes use of the systems in your office and understand the procedures regarding how to seek out assist. the organization procedure is all the compact parts that include each various other to accomplish the company target. creation method for the purpose of exciting creativity and assisting new technology creating fresh expertise is a significant goal for the majority of agencies, nevertheless it isn’t really simple to permit.


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I love how she is a mom and wife in between snapping shots!!!
Same height as her mother and almost the same weight. She is five inches taller than me and outweighs me by twenty-six pounds. Wow.

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i love how she is a mom and wife in between snapping shots!!!
same height as her mother and almost the same weight. she is five inches taller than me and outweighs me by twenty-six pounds. wow.


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F&S Crafts & Trades offer quality craftsmanship and competitively priced labor with the added benefit of an unsurpassed knowledge of the campus facilities and customers. Most projects, excluding the construction of new facilities, can be done within this department.
To begin a project with F&S Crafts & Trades, submit a request through the Service Office. A project coordinator will obtain a scope of work, budget, and time schedule. Work can be done on a time and material or fixed cost basis.
Brickmasons install, maintain, and repair masonry fixtures of all types.They work with brick, cinderblock, concrete block, stone, limestone, marble, granite, quarry tile, ceramic tile, clay tile, and terrazzo.
Carpenters perform full-service carpentry work on doors, windows, walls, floors, and ceilings. They remodel offices, classrooms, and laboratories, including the configuration and installation of modular furniture systems.
Cement finishers provide all concrete construction, repair, and maintenance services.Their work includes placing, finishing, protecting, and repairing indoor and outdoor concrete work on campus.
Construction laborers provide support services for numerous crafts and trades including plumbers, electricians, carpenters, cement finishers, and brickmasons. They also provide emergency response to exterior drain stoppages and plugged sanitary lines.
Construction Services’ electricians perform the installation and remodeling of electrical equipment and fixtures, along with specific departmental repair and reimbursable maintenance work. These electrical services are charged to the requesting department. Electricians also provide audio-visual elements for the setup of public address systems, stage equipment, and projectors.
The furniture restorers refinish and restore used furniture; repair, replace, and clean blinds, shades, valances, and more; and repair carpets and area rugs.
Iron workers produce and repair metal work and structures on campus, move heavy equipment, and provide custom welding on location.
Mill workers create customized furniture, doors, and windows for your remodeling or refurnishing projects. Free estimates are available for any size project.
Operating engineers operate cranes, bulldozers, and backhoes, and assist other crafts and trades in moving heavy and/or bulky material, equipment and machinery.
Painters and glaziers beautify and protect campus facilities through traditional and custom paint, glass, and sign projects.
Painters provide full service painting for interior/exterior walls, doors, and windows.
Glaziers execute glass door/window repair and replacement, glass shelves replacement, and skylight work.
Sign workers make specialty and customized signs such as name plates, full color printed vinyl graphics, and banners, including logo reproduction.
Professionals in the pipe trades build and repair all of the complex systems that rely on the circulation of liquid, steam, or gas. The pipe trades include Refrigeration, Plumbers, and Pipefitters.
Refrigeration mechanics install, maintain, and repair campus refrigeration equipment. F&S refrigeration mechanics are EPA and chlorofluorocarbon (CFC) certified.
Plumbers install, maintain, and repair systems used for potable (drinking) and non-potable water, sewage, and drainage.
Pipefitters install, maintain, and repair steam and hot water heating systems, fire suppression systems, and lab equipment (sterilizers, vacuum pumps and lab gases).
Sheet metal workers repair, replace, and maintain metal work on campus, including heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system components, and architectural elements.

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f&s crafts & trades offer quality craftsmanship and competitively priced labor with the added benefit of an unsurpassed knowledge of the campus facilities and customers. most projects, excluding the construction of new facilities, can be done within this department.
to begin a project with f&s crafts & trades, submit a request through the service office. a project coordinator will obtain a scope of work, budget, and time schedule. work can be done on a time and material or fixed cost basis.
brickmasons install, maintain, and repair masonry fixtures of all types.they work with brick, cinderblock, concrete block, stone, limestone, marble, granite, quarry tile, ceramic tile, clay tile, and terrazzo.
carpenters perform full-service carpentry work on doors, windows, walls, floors, and ceilings. they remodel offices, classrooms, and laboratories, including the configuration and installation of modular furniture systems.
cement finishers provide all concrete construction, repair, and maintenance services.their work includes placing, finishing, protecting, and repairing indoor and outdoor concrete work on campus.
construction laborers provide support services for numerous crafts and trades including plumbers, electricians, carpenters, cement finishers, and brickmasons. they also provide emergency response to exterior drain stoppages and plugged sanitary lines.
construction services’ electricians perform the installation and remodeling of electrical equipment and fixtures, along with specific departmental repair and reimbursable maintenance work. these electrical services are charged to the requesting department. electricians also provide audio-visual elements for the setup of public address systems, stage equipment, and projectors.
the furniture restorers refinish and restore used furniture; repair, replace, and clean blinds, shades, valances, and more; and repair carpets and area rugs.
iron workers produce and repair metal work and structures on campus, move heavy equipment, and provide custom welding on location.
mill workers create customized furniture, doors, and windows for your remodeling or refurnishing projects. free estimates are available for any size project.
operating engineers operate cranes, bulldozers, and backhoes, and assist other crafts and trades in moving heavy and/or bulky material, equipment and machinery.
painters and glaziers beautify and protect campus facilities through traditional and custom paint, glass, and sign projects.
painters provide full service painting for interior/exterior walls, doors, and windows.
glaziers execute glass door/window repair and replacement, glass shelves replacement, and skylight work.
sign workers make specialty and customized signs such as name plates, full color printed vinyl graphics, and banners, including logo reproduction.
professionals in the pipe trades build and repair all of the complex systems that rely on the circulation of liquid, steam, or gas. the pipe trades include refrigeration, plumbers, and pipefitters.
refrigeration mechanics install, maintain, and repair campus refrigeration equipment. f&s refrigeration mechanics are epa and chlorofluorocarbon (cfc) certified.
plumbers install, maintain, and repair systems used for potable (drinking) and non-potable water, sewage, and drainage.
pipefitters install, maintain, and repair steam and hot water heating systems, fire suppression systems, and lab equipment (sterilizers, vacuum pumps and lab gases).
sheet metal workers repair, replace, and maintain metal work on campus, including heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (hvac) system components, and architectural elements.


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An Act to create 16.705 (1s), 66.05015, 230.06 (1) (o) and 230.06 (1m) of the statutes; relating to: fingerprinting and conducting background investigations of employees in the state civil service or of a political subdivision, and of individuals performing contractual services for the state, who have access to federal tax information.
16.705 (1s) If contractual services are purchased by the department or its agent that would require an individual performing the services to have access to federal tax information received directly from the federal Internal Revenue Service or from a source that is authorized by the federal Internal Revenue Service, a background check shall be performed on each individual performing the services. The background investigation may include requiring the individual to be fingerprinted on 2 fingerprint cards each bearing a complete set of the individual's fingerprints, or by other technologies approved by law enforcement agencies. The department of justice shall submit any such fingerprint cards to the federal bureau of investigation for the purposes of verifying the identity of the individual fingerprinted and obtaining records of his or her criminal arrests and convictions.
66.05015 Background investigation. (1) In this section, “political subdivision” means a city, village, town, or county.
(2) (a) 1. Notwithstanding ss. 111.321, 111.322, and 111.335 and with the assistance of the department of justice, a political subdivision shall conduct a background investigation of any person, including a person appointed under a civil service system competitive examination procedure established under s. 59.52 (8) or ch. 63, selected to fill a position with the political subdivision and, who, in fulfilling the duties of the position, will have access to federal tax information received directly from the federal Internal Revenue Service or from a source that is authorized by the federal Internal Revenue Service.
2. Notwithstanding ss. 111.321, 111.322, and 111.335, at any interval determined appropriate by the political subdivision, a political subdivision may conduct additional background investigations of any person, including a person appointed under a civil service system competitive examination procedure established under s. 59.52 (8) or ch. 63, for whom an initial background investigation has been conducted under subd. 1. and background investigations of any other person, including a person appointed under a civil service system competitive examination procedure established under s. 59.52 (8) or ch. 63, employed by the political subdivision who, in fulfilling the duties of his or her position, has access to federal tax information received directly from the federal Internal Revenue Service or from a source that is authorized by the federal Internal Revenue Service.
(b) A background investigation under this section may include requiring the person to be fingerprinted on 2 fingerprint cards each bearing a complete set of the person's fingerprints, or by other technologies approved by law enforcement agencies. The department of justice shall submit any such fingerprint cards to the federal bureau of investigation for the purposes of verifying the identity of the person fingerprinted and obtaining records of his or her criminal arrests and convictions.
230.06 (1) (o) Notwithstanding ss. 111.321, 111.322, and 111.335 and with the assistance of the department of justice, conduct a background investigation of any person selected to fill a position in the civil service, who, in fulfilling the duties of the position, will have access to federal tax information received directly from the federal Internal Revenue Service or from a source that is authorized by the federal Internal Revenue Service. The background investigation may include requiring the person to be fingerprinted on 2 fingerprint cards each bearing a complete set of the person's fingerprints, or by other technologies approved by law enforcement agencies. The department of justice shall submit any such fingerprint cards to the federal bureau of investigation for the purposes of verifying the identity of the person fingerprinted and obtaining records of his or her criminal arrests and convictions.
230.06 (1m) Notwithstanding ss. 111.321, 111.322, and 111.335, at any interval determined appropriate by the director, an appointing authority may conduct, in the manner specified in sub. (1) (o), additional background investigations of any person for whom an initial background investigation has been conducted under sub. (1) (o) and background investigations of any other person employed by the appointing authority who, in fulfilling the duties of his or her position, has access to federal tax information received directly from the federal Internal Revenue Service or from a source that is authorized by the federal Internal Revenue Service.
154,5 Section 5. Initial applicability.
(1) The treatment of section 16.705 (1s) of the statutes first applies to a contract that is entered into, renewed, or modified on the effective date of this subsection.
(2) The treatment of sections 66.05015 (2) (a) 1. and 230.06 (1) (o) of the statutes first applies to a person selected to fill a position in the civil service or with a political subdivision on the effective date of this subsection.
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an act to create 16.705 (1s), 66.05015, 230.06 (1) (o) and 230.06 (1m) of the statutes; relating to: fingerprinting and conducting background investigations of employees in the state civil service or of a political subdivision, and of individuals performing contractual services for the state, who have access to federal tax information.
16.705 (1s) if contractual services are purchased by the department or its agent that would require an individual performing the services to have access to federal tax information received directly from the federal internal revenue service or from a source that is authorized by the federal internal revenue service, a background check shall be performed on each individual performing the services. the background investigation may include requiring the individual to be fingerprinted on 2 fingerprint cards each bearing a complete set of the individual's fingerprints, or by other technologies approved by law enforcement agencies. the department of justice shall submit any such fingerprint cards to the federal bureau of investigation for the purposes of verifying the identity of the individual fingerprinted and obtaining records of his or her criminal arrests and convictions.
66.05015 background investigation. (1) in this section, “political subdivision” means a city, village, town, or county.
(2) (a) 1. notwithstanding ss. 111.321, 111.322, and 111.335 and with the assistance of the department of justice, a political subdivision shall conduct a background investigation of any person, including a person appointed under a civil service system competitive examination procedure established under s. 59.52 (8) or ch. 63, selected to fill a position with the political subdivision and, who, in fulfilling the duties of the position, will have access to federal tax information received directly from the federal internal revenue service or from a source that is authorized by the federal internal revenue service.
2. notwithstanding ss. 111.321, 111.322, and 111.335, at any interval determined appropriate by the political subdivision, a political subdivision may conduct additional background investigations of any person, including a person appointed under a civil service system competitive examination procedure established under s. 59.52 (8) or ch. 63, for whom an initial background investigation has been conducted under subd. 1. and background investigations of any other person, including a person appointed under a civil service system competitive examination procedure established under s. 59.52 (8) or ch. 63, employed by the political subdivision who, in fulfilling the duties of his or her position, has access to federal tax information received directly from the federal internal revenue service or from a source that is authorized by the federal internal revenue service.
(b) a background investigation under this section may include requiring the person to be fingerprinted on 2 fingerprint cards each bearing a complete set of the person's fingerprints, or by other technologies approved by law enforcement agencies. the department of justice shall submit any such fingerprint cards to the federal bureau of investigation for the purposes of verifying the identity of the person fingerprinted and obtaining records of his or her criminal arrests and convictions.
230.06 (1) (o) notwithstanding ss. 111.321, 111.322, and 111.335 and with the assistance of the department of justice, conduct a background investigation of any person selected to fill a position in the civil service, who, in fulfilling the duties of the position, will have access to federal tax information received directly from the federal internal revenue service or from a source that is authorized by the federal internal revenue service. the background investigation may include requiring the person to be fingerprinted on 2 fingerprint cards each bearing a complete set of the person's fingerprints, or by other technologies approved by law enforcement agencies. the department of justice shall submit any such fingerprint cards to the federal bureau of investigation for the purposes of verifying the identity of the person fingerprinted and obtaining records of his or her criminal arrests and convictions.
230.06 (1m) notwithstanding ss. 111.321, 111.322, and 111.335, at any interval determined appropriate by the director, an appointing authority may conduct, in the manner specified in sub. (1) (o), additional background investigations of any person for whom an initial background investigation has been conducted under sub. (1) (o) and background investigations of any other person employed by the appointing authority who, in fulfilling the duties of his or her position, has access to federal tax information received directly from the federal internal revenue service or from a source that is authorized by the federal internal revenue service.
154,5 section 5. initial applicability.
(1) the treatment of section 16.705 (1s) of the statutes first applies to a contract that is entered into, renewed, or modified on the effective date of this subsection.
(2) the treatment of sections 66.05015 (2) (a) 1. and 230.06 (1) (o) of the statutes first applies to a person selected to fill a position in the civil service or with a political subdivision on the effective date of this subsection.
154,5m section 5m. 0effective date.


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I have never been a cat person. I grew up with dogs and much prefer their goofy exuberance and zest for life over the selective aloofness of cats. Dogs can never have too much attention. You invariably get an excited response to every suggestion and of course dogs make great companions. I hear the cat people vehemently objecting to my assumptions, and the benefits of cat ownership are not lost on me, it’s just that personal experiences have led me to become a dog person.
Not the response I was expecting but I listened entranced as she went on to explain life as a cat before she was a girl.
I have always seen animal characteristics in people. My eldest is a fawn, slender and lithe, her feet barely touching the ground as she gracefully sprints across the fields. She has an ethereal beauty, gentle and caring yet fiercely protective of her little sisters. My middle rascal is most definitely a puppy, bounding energetically through bushes and trees carrying the biggest stick possible. Gathering twigs and leaves in her hair, she’s happiest stomping through puddles and rolling in mud. Her big puppy eyes, intelligent and loving, are always watching for an opportunity for a hug; she can never have too many cuddles. And my littlest was born growling like a baby tiger. If any child was a cat in a previous life, she is the one.
My little wildcat shares many feline traits. Despite being the youngest, she has a self assured air, clearly believing she rules her domain. She demands attention at the most inopportune moments, weaving round my legs and pawing at me to be picked up. As soon as I put aside whatever I am doing to give her a cuddle, she’s off giggling to play elsewhere. A nice warm lap is her favourite seat – snuggling down, her bony knees and elbows kneed their way in until she’s comfortable. At night, I often wake to a warm purring bundle tucked in next to me and however many times I carry her back to her own bed, she manages to sneak back unnoticed. And in the morning, I awake to small gifts left on my pillow, thankfully they’re of the fairy wand and teddy kind rather than half chewed rodents!
So I have my darling fawn, my loveable puppy and my own special little wildcat. Maybe I am a cat person after all.
I love this! Especially the fact that your littlest called out that she was, in fact, a cat. My little boy talks endlessly about his life prior to the one he’s spending with my husband and I. Creativity is a beautiful thing when it comes so naturally and through unexpected channels!
I love reading about your son’s escapades Corinne. I think our clever little rascals would make great friends.

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i have never been a cat person. i grew up with dogs and much prefer their goofy exuberance and zest for life over the selective aloofness of cats. dogs can never have too much attention. you invariably get an excited response to every suggestion and of course dogs make great companions. i hear the cat people vehemently objecting to my assumptions, and the benefits of cat ownership are not lost on me, it’s just that personal experiences have led me to become a dog person.
not the response i was expecting but i listened entranced as she went on to explain life as a cat before she was a girl.
i have always seen animal characteristics in people. my eldest is a fawn, slender and lithe, her feet barely touching the ground as she gracefully sprints across the fields. she has an ethereal beauty, gentle and caring yet fiercely protective of her little sisters. my middle rascal is most definitely a puppy, bounding energetically through bushes and trees carrying the biggest stick possible. gathering twigs and leaves in her hair, she’s happiest stomping through puddles and rolling in mud. her big puppy eyes, intelligent and loving, are always watching for an opportunity for a hug; she can never have too many cuddles. and my littlest was born growling like a baby tiger. if any child was a cat in a previous life, she is the one.
my little wildcat shares many feline traits. despite being the youngest, she has a self assured air, clearly believing she rules her domain. she demands attention at the most inopportune moments, weaving round my legs and pawing at me to be picked up. as soon as i put aside whatever i am doing to give her a cuddle, she’s off giggling to play elsewhere. a nice warm lap is her favourite seat – snuggling down, her bony knees and elbows kneed their way in until she’s comfortable. at night, i often wake to a warm purring bundle tucked in next to me and however many times i carry her back to her own bed, she manages to sneak back unnoticed. and in the morning, i awake to small gifts left on my pillow, thankfully they’re of the fairy wand and teddy kind rather than half chewed rodents!
so i have my darling fawn, my loveable puppy and my own special little wildcat. maybe i am a cat person after all.
i love this! especially the fact that your littlest called out that she was, in fact, a cat. my little boy talks endlessly about his life prior to the one he’s spending with my husband and i. creativity is a beautiful thing when it comes so naturally and through unexpected channels!
i love reading about your son’s escapades corinne. i think our clever little rascals would make great friends.


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Light up your look with this dazzling electric pink dichroic glass and silver bangle.
This eye-catching silver bangle features dichroic glass that shimmers with electric pink and green. It shimmers in the light and gives the bangle an amazing futuristic glamour.
Bright, glamorous and eye-catching, this silver bangle makes a fabulous gift.

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light up your look with this dazzling electric pink dichroic glass and silver bangle.
this eye-catching silver bangle features dichroic glass that shimmers with electric pink and green. it shimmers in the light and gives the bangle an amazing futuristic glamour.
bright, glamorous and eye-catching, this silver bangle makes a fabulous gift.


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Hooper missed the final 2 games of his rookie season with a sprained MCL. He returned to play in Atlanta's 3 postseason tilts.
Dec 18, 2016 NFL Knee MCL Sprain Grade 2 Hooper was taken off the field on a cart in the 4th and missed the next 2 games with a sprained left MCL. He returned for the playoffs.

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hooper missed the final 2 games of his rookie season with a sprained mcl. he returned to play in atlanta's 3 postseason tilts.
dec 18, 2016 nfl knee mcl sprain grade 2 hooper was taken off the field on a cart in the 4th and missed the next 2 games with a sprained left mcl. he returned for the playoffs.


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[Tenafly, NJ.] : Collegiate Choice, Inc., 2000.
Provides a walking tour of the college with a student volunteer as a guide.
Universities and colleges -- Connecticut.
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[tenafly, nj.] : collegiate choice, inc., 2000.
provides a walking tour of the college with a student volunteer as a guide.
universities and colleges -- connecticut.
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text: L'Occitane Shea Butter Ultra Rich Lip Balm repairs and nourishes lips with its smooth shea butter formula. This lip balm prevents moisture loss that leads to flaking and chapping and will recover dry lips. L'Occitane represents the highest level of quality using natural ingredients. This French luxury brand ranges from home fragrances to personal care lines for both women and men. Ensure well-being of the mind, body and spirit with these authentic, natural products true to their Mediterranean roots.

lowercased: l'occitane shea butter ultra rich lip balm repairs and nourishes lips with its smooth shea butter formula. this lip balm prevents moisture loss that leads to flaking and chapping and will recover dry lips. l'occitane represents the highest level of quality using natural ingredients. this french luxury brand ranges from home fragrances to personal care lines for both women and men. ensure well-being of the mind, body and spirit with these authentic, natural products true to their mediterranean roots.


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Navy beret with twist hatitnator.
This stunning felt navy hat works both for formal and special occasions.
The sculptural bow gives it a very elegant look.
Pair it with a chic navy coat for that ultimate style.
There will be a £35 surcharge for bespoke services.

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navy beret with twist hatitnator.
this stunning felt navy hat works both for formal and special occasions.
the sculptural bow gives it a very elegant look.
pair it with a chic navy coat for that ultimate style.
there will be a £35 surcharge for bespoke services.


text: Check out these Eco Ivory Tagua Smoking Pipes mad by Ecuadorianhands.com. The pipes are made out of Tagua, a local plant that is remarkably similar to animal ivory in both looks and feel. Tagua is durable and easily carved, and it even mimics the porosity of animal ivory. The biggest difference: Elephant do not have to die. Besides pipes they also sell other really cool craft products from Ecuador.

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Raina owns and runs the award winning company Halifax Mermaids, a subsidiary of Canadian Mermaids Inc. Raina was one of the first batch of professional mermaids in Canada getting her start in late 2008. Raina is also recognized internationally as a pioneer in the mermaid community when it comes to working with children and educating others.
Raina is the author of "Fishy" Business: How to be a Mermaid, "Fishy" Business: My Life as a Mermaid and The "Fishy" Business Handbook. The books were created to help empower, educate, and inspire others who wanted to work as a performer and make a difference in the world. Raina gives talks and workshops based on her books both online and in person.
Based in Canada; Raina and her company provide environmental education, entertainment for all ages, tourism events, birthday parties, seminars, corporate events, underwater performing and filming, and advocacy work with volunteering. Raina has also been involved in multiple conventions including planning and facilitating the 2017 record breaking "NC Mermania".
Raina believes that people - especially children- learn the best through play experiences. Her company provides "edutainment" moments where kids and parents can tap into their imagination and uncover useful skills, new information, and build lasting memories. Raina has a degree in child and youth development, and a degree in education along with her Nova Scotia teaching license. Raina also has a background and works professionally in instructional design. In 2018 Raina launched "Splashin' Fashion" - clothing made in Canada from recycled plastic, patterned with her unique ocean designs and photos.
Raina is available for speaking and workshop engagements.
Raina believes that play experiences can help children cope with the many difficult situations in life.
Raina loves to share her knowledge!
All content provided on this blog is for informational purposes only. The owner of this blog makes no representations as to the accuracy or completeness of any information on this site or found by following any link on this site. The owner will not be liable for any errors or omissions in this information nor for the availability of this information. The owner will not be liable for any losses, injuries, or damages from the display or use of this information. All images owned by the owner unless otherwise stated.

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raina owns and runs the award winning company halifax mermaids, a subsidiary of canadian mermaids inc. raina was one of the first batch of professional mermaids in canada getting her start in late 2008. raina is also recognized internationally as a pioneer in the mermaid community when it comes to working with children and educating others.
raina is the author of "fishy" business: how to be a mermaid, "fishy" business: my life as a mermaid and the "fishy" business handbook. the books were created to help empower, educate, and inspire others who wanted to work as a performer and make a difference in the world. raina gives talks and workshops based on her books both online and in person.
based in canada; raina and her company provide environmental education, entertainment for all ages, tourism events, birthday parties, seminars, corporate events, underwater performing and filming, and advocacy work with volunteering. raina has also been involved in multiple conventions including planning and facilitating the 2017 record breaking "nc mermania".
raina believes that people - especially children- learn the best through play experiences. her company provides "edutainment" moments where kids and parents can tap into their imagination and uncover useful skills, new information, and build lasting memories. raina has a degree in child and youth development, and a degree in education along with her nova scotia teaching license. raina also has a background and works professionally in instructional design. in 2018 raina launched "splashin' fashion" - clothing made in canada from recycled plastic, patterned with her unique ocean designs and photos.
raina is available for speaking and workshop engagements.
raina believes that play experiences can help children cope with the many difficult situations in life.
raina loves to share her knowledge!
all content provided on this blog is for informational purposes only. the owner of this blog makes no representations as to the accuracy or completeness of any information on this site or found by following any link on this site. the owner will not be liable for any errors or omissions in this information nor for the availability of this information. the owner will not be liable for any losses, injuries, or damages from the display or use of this information. all images owned by the owner unless otherwise stated.


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IMPORTANT NOTE: This application is for a private student loan through AAC Credit Union. This is NOT a federal student loan application. Please exhaust all lower-cost sources of financial aid before applying for a private student loan.

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I arrived in Eugene the Wednesday night before the Saturday race. Craig and Laurie were extremely busy organizing and preparing for the race and their house looked like they were going to the Saturday Market to sell Cliff Shots, pretzels, GU2O, potatoes, organic melons and even organic root beer! I woke up the next morning with a sore low back so Craig hooked me up with LMT Kelly Woodke (who was one of last year’s sweeps and got to experience 28 min/mile with DFL) and after ice and careful massage decided that an adjustment was necessary. I could barely stand up on Thursday and certainly couldn’t even walk around the block! I was beginning to doubt even being able to start the race. I figured 62 miles is hard enough even when I’m healthy. Dr. Scott Vaughn adjusted me on Friday just before noon and I was immediately able to stand up straight walking out of his office. I used Ice and Advil until the 3 am start and I was good to go! Thanks Kelly and Scott.
I trained really hard December through April for my Denali trip with my wife Alanna. I do most of my training in Grand Canyon and 95% of my training alone. That big hole can be extreme. It demands being attentive to your body. You simply can’t ignore your needs and each time it continues to teach me to rely only on myself. We were on the mountain for 27 days and I returned feeling fit. My mind was in a place different than ever before and I was determined, positive and extremely psyched to continue pushing through my mental boundaries. After all, that’s what running ultras is all about.
I paced Craig at States again from Foresthill to the river and believe me, keeping up with M10 as a pacer is like a race for me. My brother has taught me a lot about determination, staying focused and taking care of your body. This year I watched him go from 9th back to 11th place at 49 crossing after a bad 7 mile section and I was really hoping for him to rally and not lose focus on that magical top 10 spot that everybody and their brother (sorry) are gunning for. I knew I had to go to No Hands and give him a split on how far ahead 10th place was. (Normally I just go to the finish from 49 crossing) Standing there on the bridge I saw the next set of lights, which was the 10th, hauling down the trail to the bridge and I was ready to start my stopwatch to give Craig an accurate split of how far back he was. When I realized it was Craig back in 10th I just about jumped off the bridge with excitement. I knew my brother was back in the race for top 10 and it wasn’t going to be easy for anybody to pass him! I hope I never forget that emotion I had on the bridge and on the track as he finished M10…inspiring.
I didn’t get to do that much running after States as my tree business demanded my full attention and time. Often times 2 weeks would go by between runs and I knew that I could only do what I could do. During my last really long run in Grand Canyon I slept 4 times! I started at 6 pm to try to train my mind to run all through the night to the sunrise and I just couldn’t do it. I like to sleep.
My goal for Waldo was extremely simple…get a hat! All I had to do was get to that finish line before 9 pm and pick a color.
The early start began promptly at 3 am and we were off. I wanted to start easy and simply not die off at the end of the race like last year. I ran with Marilyn and Barbara and it really felt good to be running. The reflection of the moon on the Rosaries was amazing! I walked early and often and I knew that this was going to be a fun day in the woods. I rolled into Gold Lake with Barbara the same time as last year. Perfect, I thought to myself as it took much less effort this year. Curt gave me a high five on the pavement and the uphill began. I love going up hill and this course has a few. The light was amazing with the moon and the huge timber and single track winding uphill. Bill passed me in the opposite direction after having already climbed to the top of Fuji and he looked like he was having a fun day as well. Eventually I reached the top and gave my brother a hug. Laurie took a picture of us and I was off. I was running for a hat and wasn’t sure how close it was going to be to finish before 9.
This next downhill section to Mt. Ray station I ran too fast last year. This year I walked the steep downs and was very careful to not hammer my knees. Mariela caught up to me a couple of miles before the station and we chatted about Rocky Raccoon and Javelina Jundred. We crossed the road and entered the station. There were a lot off folks there and Curt asked me what I needed. The Portland boys told me that pickles were good for endurance so I tried one. Mariela was headed off so I decided to follow suit. She walked fast up the gentle hills toward the Twins but she was able to run sections that I continued to walk. I tried like hell to keep in touch with her but eventually I lost sight. Barbara came up from behind and we talked a bit and then Jeff Riley came smoking past us. He looked so strong and was running very effortlessly. I told Barb how awesome it was for us early starters to see the fast folks who started two hours after us. I tried to draw some energy from each person who passed us. Kami and Beverley passed about where Ann Trason passed me last year. Andy came by next and told me I was doing great. I was impressed he remembered my first name. I finally reached the Twins and Bob and Renee both gave me a big hug. Bob pulled up a chair for me and Renee pointed over to a cot that I could use if I needed to take a nap! I grabbed some food and was off to Charlton Lake. This section is really fun. Meghan quietly came up from behind with that huge smile and told me that I wasn’t going to be DFL this year. She looked extremely relaxed and was definitely having fun on the trail.
As I entered Charlton station I debated changing my socks. John pointed me to the yummy cookies that Jan had made and I began devouring some. Teresa emerged from the crowd and asked me if I still wanted a pacer. I said please and gave her a big hug. I grabbed some more food and began to leave the station. I looked at Teresa and told her my simple goal. Get to that finish line before 9 and get me a hat. I told her I was very positive today. I was happy and mentally strong. I asked her to remind me when the terrain was runnable and to let me do my own thing on the downhills because of my knees. The uphills were my thing and wouldn’t need much encouragement from her. She introduced me quickly to her oldest son playing in the water and we made our way towards the flat open section of the course. I decided to take an S-cap since my face felt salty and I slowly ran the flats. Teresa told different stories and the time passed quickly to 4290. I saw Michelle at the aid station and she looked great. Michelle and I ran together some last year into Mt. Ray as well as the section from the Twins to the top of Maiden. She finished an hour ahead of me last year and also missed getting a hat.
I wear that hat all the time now. I went from DFL last year 19:50 to 21st 16:28 this year. Craig and Meghan remind me that I’m now a mid packer!
Summiting Denali was an amazing feeling but this Where’s Waldo will forever stick in my mind as my best single day mental and physical effort in my life.
Curt and Craig put on an amazing race and they couldn’t do it without the 100 plus top notch volunteers. Their enthusiasm can be felt and it is appreciated by the runners. Congratulations to everybody who ran and to Michelle for getting her hat as well this year. I’ll be back next year … and maybe I’ll start at 5 am!

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i arrived in eugene the wednesday night before the saturday race. craig and laurie were extremely busy organizing and preparing for the race and their house looked like they were going to the saturday market to sell cliff shots, pretzels, gu2o, potatoes, organic melons and even organic root beer! i woke up the next morning with a sore low back so craig hooked me up with lmt kelly woodke (who was one of last year’s sweeps and got to experience 28 min/mile with dfl) and after ice and careful massage decided that an adjustment was necessary. i could barely stand up on thursday and certainly couldn’t even walk around the block! i was beginning to doubt even being able to start the race. i figured 62 miles is hard enough even when i’m healthy. dr. scott vaughn adjusted me on friday just before noon and i was immediately able to stand up straight walking out of his office. i used ice and advil until the 3 am start and i was good to go! thanks kelly and scott.
i trained really hard december through april for my denali trip with my wife alanna. i do most of my training in grand canyon and 95% of my training alone. that big hole can be extreme. it demands being attentive to your body. you simply can’t ignore your needs and each time it continues to teach me to rely only on myself. we were on the mountain for 27 days and i returned feeling fit. my mind was in a place different than ever before and i was determined, positive and extremely psyched to continue pushing through my mental boundaries. after all, that’s what running ultras is all about.
i paced craig at states again from foresthill to the river and believe me, keeping up with m10 as a pacer is like a race for me. my brother has taught me a lot about determination, staying focused and taking care of your body. this year i watched him go from 9th back to 11th place at 49 crossing after a bad 7 mile section and i was really hoping for him to rally and not lose focus on that magical top 10 spot that everybody and their brother (sorry) are gunning for. i knew i had to go to no hands and give him a split on how far ahead 10th place was. (normally i just go to the finish from 49 crossing) standing there on the bridge i saw the next set of lights, which was the 10th, hauling down the trail to the bridge and i was ready to start my stopwatch to give craig an accurate split of how far back he was. when i realized it was craig back in 10th i just about jumped off the bridge with excitement. i knew my brother was back in the race for top 10 and it wasn’t going to be easy for anybody to pass him! i hope i never forget that emotion i had on the bridge and on the track as he finished m10…inspiring.
i didn’t get to do that much running after states as my tree business demanded my full attention and time. often times 2 weeks would go by between runs and i knew that i could only do what i could do. during my last really long run in grand canyon i slept 4 times! i started at 6 pm to try to train my mind to run all through the night to the sunrise and i just couldn’t do it. i like to sleep.
my goal for waldo was extremely simple…get a hat! all i had to do was get to that finish line before 9 pm and pick a color.
the early start began promptly at 3 am and we were off. i wanted to start easy and simply not die off at the end of the race like last year. i ran with marilyn and barbara and it really felt good to be running. the reflection of the moon on the rosaries was amazing! i walked early and often and i knew that this was going to be a fun day in the woods. i rolled into gold lake with barbara the same time as last year. perfect, i thought to myself as it took much less effort this year. curt gave me a high five on the pavement and the uphill began. i love going up hill and this course has a few. the light was amazing with the moon and the huge timber and single track winding uphill. bill passed me in the opposite direction after having already climbed to the top of fuji and he looked like he was having a fun day as well. eventually i reached the top and gave my brother a hug. laurie took a picture of us and i was off. i was running for a hat and wasn’t sure how close it was going to be to finish before 9.
this next downhill section to mt. ray station i ran too fast last year. this year i walked the steep downs and was very careful to not hammer my knees. mariela caught up to me a couple of miles before the station and we chatted about rocky raccoon and javelina jundred. we crossed the road and entered the station. there were a lot off folks there and curt asked me what i needed. the portland boys told me that pickles were good for endurance so i tried one. mariela was headed off so i decided to follow suit. she walked fast up the gentle hills toward the twins but she was able to run sections that i continued to walk. i tried like hell to keep in touch with her but eventually i lost sight. barbara came up from behind and we talked a bit and then jeff riley came smoking past us. he looked so strong and was running very effortlessly. i told barb how awesome it was for us early starters to see the fast folks who started two hours after us. i tried to draw some energy from each person who passed us. kami and beverley passed about where ann trason passed me last year. andy came by next and told me i was doing great. i was impressed he remembered my first name. i finally reached the twins and bob and renee both gave me a big hug. bob pulled up a chair for me and renee pointed over to a cot that i could use if i needed to take a nap! i grabbed some food and was off to charlton lake. this section is really fun. meghan quietly came up from behind with that huge smile and told me that i wasn’t going to be dfl this year. she looked extremely relaxed and was definitely having fun on the trail.
as i entered charlton station i debated changing my socks. john pointed me to the yummy cookies that jan had made and i began devouring some. teresa emerged from the crowd and asked me if i still wanted a pacer. i said please and gave her a big hug. i grabbed some more food and began to leave the station. i looked at teresa and told her my simple goal. get to that finish line before 9 and get me a hat. i told her i was very positive today. i was happy and mentally strong. i asked her to remind me when the terrain was runnable and to let me do my own thing on the downhills because of my knees. the uphills were my thing and wouldn’t need much encouragement from her. she introduced me quickly to her oldest son playing in the water and we made our way towards the flat open section of the course. i decided to take an s-cap since my face felt salty and i slowly ran the flats. teresa told different stories and the time passed quickly to 4290. i saw michelle at the aid station and she looked great. michelle and i ran together some last year into mt. ray as well as the section from the twins to the top of maiden. she finished an hour ahead of me last year and also missed getting a hat.
i wear that hat all the time now. i went from dfl last year 19:50 to 21st 16:28 this year. craig and meghan remind me that i’m now a mid packer!
summiting denali was an amazing feeling but this where’s waldo will forever stick in my mind as my best single day mental and physical effort in my life.
curt and craig put on an amazing race and they couldn’t do it without the 100 plus top notch volunteers. their enthusiasm can be felt and it is appreciated by the runners. congratulations to everybody who ran and to michelle for getting her hat as well this year. i’ll be back next year … and maybe i’ll start at 5 am!


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Francis Paul Heylighen (born 1960) is a Belgian cyberneticist, best known for his contributions to the evolutionary-cybernetic worldview developed in the Principia Cybernetica Project, the modelling of the Internet as a Global brain, and the theories of memetics and self-organization.
Heylighen (1999) "Collective Intelligence and its Implementation on the Web: algorithms to develop a collective mental map", In: Computational and Mathematical Organization Theory 5(3), p. 253-280.
With the growing interest in complex adaptive systems, artificial life, swarms and simulated societies, the concept of “collective intelligence” is coming more and more to the fore. The basic idea is that a group of individuals (e.g. people, insects, robots, or software agents) can be smart in a way that none of its members is. Complex, apparently intelligent behavior may emerge from the synergy created by simple interactions between individuals that follow simple rules.
Cybernetics as a specific field grew out of a series of interdisciplinary meetings held from 1944 to 1953 that brought together a number of noted post-war intellectuals, including Wiener, John von Neumann, Warren McCulloch, Claude Shannon, Heinz von Foerster, W. Ross Ashby, Gregory Bateson and Margaret Mead. Hosted by the Josiah Macy Jr. Foundation, these became known as the Macy Conferences on Cybernetics. From its original focus on machines and animals, cybernetics quickly broadened to encompass minds (e.g. in the work of Bateson and Ashby) and social systems (e.g. Stafford Beer's management cybernetics), thus recovering Plato's original focus on the control relations in society.
Through the 1950s, cybernetic thinkers came to cohere with the school of General Systems Theory (GST), founded at about the same time by Ludwig von Bertalanffy, as an attempt to build a unified science by uncovering the common principles that govern open, evolving systems. GST studies systems at all levels of generality, whereas Cybernetics focuses more specifically on goal-directed, functional systems which have some form of control relation.
[S]elf-organization [is] the appearance of structure or pattern without an external agent imposing it.
W. Ross Ashby is one of the founding fathers of both cybernetics and systems theory. He developed such fundamental ideas as the homeostat, the law of requisite variety, the principle of self-organization, and the principle of regulatory models.

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francis paul heylighen (born 1960) is a belgian cyberneticist, best known for his contributions to the evolutionary-cybernetic worldview developed in the principia cybernetica project, the modelling of the internet as a global brain, and the theories of memetics and self-organization.
heylighen (1999) "collective intelligence and its implementation on the web: algorithms to develop a collective mental map", in: computational and mathematical organization theory 5(3), p. 253-280.
with the growing interest in complex adaptive systems, artificial life, swarms and simulated societies, the concept of “collective intelligence” is coming more and more to the fore. the basic idea is that a group of individuals (e.g. people, insects, robots, or software agents) can be smart in a way that none of its members is. complex, apparently intelligent behavior may emerge from the synergy created by simple interactions between individuals that follow simple rules.
cybernetics as a specific field grew out of a series of interdisciplinary meetings held from 1944 to 1953 that brought together a number of noted post-war intellectuals, including wiener, john von neumann, warren mcculloch, claude shannon, heinz von foerster, w. ross ashby, gregory bateson and margaret mead. hosted by the josiah macy jr. foundation, these became known as the macy conferences on cybernetics. from its original focus on machines and animals, cybernetics quickly broadened to encompass minds (e.g. in the work of bateson and ashby) and social systems (e.g. stafford beer's management cybernetics), thus recovering plato's original focus on the control relations in society.
through the 1950s, cybernetic thinkers came to cohere with the school of general systems theory (gst), founded at about the same time by ludwig von bertalanffy, as an attempt to build a unified science by uncovering the common principles that govern open, evolving systems. gst studies systems at all levels of generality, whereas cybernetics focuses more specifically on goal-directed, functional systems which have some form of control relation.
[s]elf-organization [is] the appearance of structure or pattern without an external agent imposing it.
w. ross ashby is one of the founding fathers of both cybernetics and systems theory. he developed such fundamental ideas as the homeostat, the law of requisite variety, the principle of self-organization, and the principle of regulatory models.


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This light, fresh table runner by BERNINA Ambassador Nancy Mahoney is oh-so-easy to make and is sure to brighten any summer table. The bright, cool colors from Timeless Treasures were the inspiration for this refreshing table runner. Rotary cutting makes the Four Patch and Frame blocks quick and easy to make. Machine embroidery add the perfect touch to the circle blocks and is super easy using the BERNINA Circular embroidery attachment #83.
4 border strips, 1¹⁄₂” x 42″. Piece the strips and cut 2 strips, 1¹⁄₂” x 45¹⁄₂” and 2 strips, 1¹⁄₂” x 17¹⁄₂”.
Make 11 blocks. Use a patchwork foot (BERNINA Patchwork foot #37, #97/97D) and a straight-stitch needle plate.
Join an aqua strip and a white 3″-wide strip along the long edges to make a strip set. Make a second strip set using the remaining aqua and white 3″-wide strips. Press the seam allowances toward the aqua strips. Crosscut each strip set into 11 segments, 3″ wide.
Using a 1/4″ seam allowance, join one segment from each strip set to make a Four Patch block.
On the wrong side of each block, open the seam and gently reposition the seam allowances to evenly distribute the fabrics as shown. Make 11 blocks.
Make 12 blocks. Use a patchwork foot and a straight-stitch needle plate.
Lay out two white 1¹⁄₂” x 3¹⁄₂” rectangles, two white 1¹⁄₂” x 5¹⁄₂” rectangles, and one blue dot square as shown. Sew the white 1¹⁄₂” x 3¹⁄₂” rectangles to opposite sides of the square. Press the seam allowances toward the white rectangles.
Sew the white 1¹⁄₂” x 5¹⁄₂” rectangles to the top and bottom of the center row to complete the block. Press the seam allowances toward the white rectangles. Make 12 blocks.
Make 4 blocks. Use a patchwork foot, the BERNINA Circular embroidery attachment #83 and a straight-stitch needle plate.
Attach the Circular embroidery attachment #83 to your machine following the instructions for the attachment. Set the positioning pin in the third notch from the right end, which should be 1³⁄₄” from the needle.
Place a green square right side up on top of a Tear Away Stabilizer 5″ square. Then place a Wash Away Stabilizer on top of the green square as shown.
Center the layered squares on top of the pin.
Replace the rubber cap on the pin to avoid injury.
Use a straight stitch and a 2.10 stitch length. Slowly stitch around the circle, stopping as needed to adjust the layers.
Continue sewing past where you started about 1″ and tie off the stitches.
Remove the stitched layers from the machine. Gently remove the Tear Away Stabilizer from the wrong side of the green square. Trim the green and Wash Away squares, leaving a scant ¹⁄₈” seam allowance. Remove the Circular embroidery attachment #83 from the machine.
Make a small slit in the stabilizer, just big enough to turn the circle right side out. Then turn the circle right side out and gently push out the curves. With the right side facing up, press the circle using a steam iron. The steam will help draw the stabilizer to the back of the circle.
Center a green circle on a white 6″ square and glue baste in place. Following the manufacturer’s instructions, center a square of Tear Away Stabilizer on the wrong side of the white square. Pencil mark the center on the square of stabilizer. Use a straight stitch and 60-wt. thread. Select a 2.50 stitch length and move the needle 1 position to the right. Slowly edgestitch around the circle, using the inside of the right toe as a guide.
To stitch an embroidery design inside the circle, change to a 9mm stitch plate. Reattach the Circular embroidery attachment #83 on the machine and set the positioning pin in the first notch on the right end. Install an Open Embroidery foot #20. Select stitch 723 and set the stitch length to 5.3. Repeat steps 8 and 9. Start with Pattern Begin and stitch around the circle. Stop sewing 2 to 3 repeats from the end. Increase the stitch length to 5.5 and continue sewing, pushing or holding back the work to stitch the remainder of the circle with a complete pattern.
To stitch an embroidery design around the outer edge of the circle, set the positioning pin in the fourth notch from the right end. Select stitch 741, set the stitch length to 6.0, and select Mirror Image. Using a 30-wt. thread and starting with Pattern Begin, stitch around the circle. Stop sewing 2 or 3 repeats from the end. Slowly continue sewing, pushing or holding back the work to stitch the remainder of the circle with a complete pattern. Remove the Tear Away stabilizer and trim the Circle Blocks to measure 5¹⁄₂” x 5¹⁄₂”. Make four blocks.
Lay out the blocks in nine rows of three blocks each, alternating and orienting the blocks as shown in the Table Runner assembly diagram. Sew the blocks together into rows. Join the rows. Sew the white 45¹⁄₂”-long strips to long sides of the table runner. Sew the white 17¹⁄₂”-long strips to table runner to the ends of the table runner complete the border.
Layer the table runner top with batting and backing; baste. Quilt as desired.
Stitch the blue dot binding strips end to end using diagonal seams. Fold and press the resulting long strip in half lengthwise with wrong sides together. Stitch to the quilt front, matching raw edges and mitering corners.
Fold the binding to the table runner back and hand-stitch the folded edge to the back.

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this light, fresh table runner by bernina ambassador nancy mahoney is oh-so-easy to make and is sure to brighten any summer table. the bright, cool colors from timeless treasures were the inspiration for this refreshing table runner. rotary cutting makes the four patch and frame blocks quick and easy to make. machine embroidery add the perfect touch to the circle blocks and is super easy using the bernina circular embroidery attachment #83.
4 border strips, 1¹⁄₂” x 42″. piece the strips and cut 2 strips, 1¹⁄₂” x 45¹⁄₂” and 2 strips, 1¹⁄₂” x 17¹⁄₂”.
make 11 blocks. use a patchwork foot (bernina patchwork foot #37, #97/97d) and a straight-stitch needle plate.
join an aqua strip and a white 3″-wide strip along the long edges to make a strip set. make a second strip set using the remaining aqua and white 3″-wide strips. press the seam allowances toward the aqua strips. crosscut each strip set into 11 segments, 3″ wide.
using a 1/4″ seam allowance, join one segment from each strip set to make a four patch block.
on the wrong side of each block, open the seam and gently reposition the seam allowances to evenly distribute the fabrics as shown. make 11 blocks.
make 12 blocks. use a patchwork foot and a straight-stitch needle plate.
lay out two white 1¹⁄₂” x 3¹⁄₂” rectangles, two white 1¹⁄₂” x 5¹⁄₂” rectangles, and one blue dot square as shown. sew the white 1¹⁄₂” x 3¹⁄₂” rectangles to opposite sides of the square. press the seam allowances toward the white rectangles.
sew the white 1¹⁄₂” x 5¹⁄₂” rectangles to the top and bottom of the center row to complete the block. press the seam allowances toward the white rectangles. make 12 blocks.
make 4 blocks. use a patchwork foot, the bernina circular embroidery attachment #83 and a straight-stitch needle plate.
attach the circular embroidery attachment #83 to your machine following the instructions for the attachment. set the positioning pin in the third notch from the right end, which should be 1³⁄₄” from the needle.
place a green square right side up on top of a tear away stabilizer 5″ square. then place a wash away stabilizer on top of the green square as shown.
center the layered squares on top of the pin.
replace the rubber cap on the pin to avoid injury.
use a straight stitch and a 2.10 stitch length. slowly stitch around the circle, stopping as needed to adjust the layers.
continue sewing past where you started about 1″ and tie off the stitches.
remove the stitched layers from the machine. gently remove the tear away stabilizer from the wrong side of the green square. trim the green and wash away squares, leaving a scant ¹⁄₈” seam allowance. remove the circular embroidery attachment #83 from the machine.
make a small slit in the stabilizer, just big enough to turn the circle right side out. then turn the circle right side out and gently push out the curves. with the right side facing up, press the circle using a steam iron. the steam will help draw the stabilizer to the back of the circle.
center a green circle on a white 6″ square and glue baste in place. following the manufacturer’s instructions, center a square of tear away stabilizer on the wrong side of the white square. pencil mark the center on the square of stabilizer. use a straight stitch and 60-wt. thread. select a 2.50 stitch length and move the needle 1 position to the right. slowly edgestitch around the circle, using the inside of the right toe as a guide.
to stitch an embroidery design inside the circle, change to a 9mm stitch plate. reattach the circular embroidery attachment #83 on the machine and set the positioning pin in the first notch on the right end. install an open embroidery foot #20. select stitch 723 and set the stitch length to 5.3. repeat steps 8 and 9. start with pattern begin and stitch around the circle. stop sewing 2 to 3 repeats from the end. increase the stitch length to 5.5 and continue sewing, pushing or holding back the work to stitch the remainder of the circle with a complete pattern.
to stitch an embroidery design around the outer edge of the circle, set the positioning pin in the fourth notch from the right end. select stitch 741, set the stitch length to 6.0, and select mirror image. using a 30-wt. thread and starting with pattern begin, stitch around the circle. stop sewing 2 or 3 repeats from the end. slowly continue sewing, pushing or holding back the work to stitch the remainder of the circle with a complete pattern. remove the tear away stabilizer and trim the circle blocks to measure 5¹⁄₂” x 5¹⁄₂”. make four blocks.
lay out the blocks in nine rows of three blocks each, alternating and orienting the blocks as shown in the table runner assembly diagram. sew the blocks together into rows. join the rows. sew the white 45¹⁄₂”-long strips to long sides of the table runner. sew the white 17¹⁄₂”-long strips to table runner to the ends of the table runner complete the border.
layer the table runner top with batting and backing; baste. quilt as desired.
stitch the blue dot binding strips end to end using diagonal seams. fold and press the resulting long strip in half lengthwise with wrong sides together. stitch to the quilt front, matching raw edges and mitering corners.
fold the binding to the table runner back and hand-stitch the folded edge to the back.


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Navigation: Home » Investing » Stock Picks for 2012!
Vascular Solutions, Inc. VASC – A medical device company based in Minneapolis launches my 2012 picks! Sure, we could argue the macro effects of the uncertainty in the medical field due to the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (careful, it’s 4,000 words if you read the whole series…), or we can talk about a well run-company. A 13.16% Return on Assets and a 37.68% Return on Equity in the face of zero debt and a 8.5 trailing P/E? Sign me up.
PDL BioPharma, Inc. PDLI – What am I, chasing yield? Even though it does yield 9.7%, chasing yield isn’t my style of investing. Here’s a company which is also in the medical field but makes it’s money by licensing drug patents to other companies. Risky? Sure… but with risk (hopefully) comes reward, and I’ve got my fingers crossed for a rewarding 2012 for PDLI.
Neutral Tandem, Inc. [[TNDM]] – Three small caps in a row, and we’re entering the tech field. I usually steer clear of tech (I subscribe to the “avoid investing in your own company” theory. I like to extend it to industry, even.) but this is a fantasy stock picking contest, so let’s throw this IP telephony company into the mix. 44.9% year over year revenue growth, 1.32 Price to Book, and decent RoE/RoA? It’s worth tossing 25% of the fantasy cash towards.
AFLAC, Inc. AFL – I enjoy how the insurance business works, and I present to you the company on this list you’ve most likely heard of: AFLAC. Yes, this AFLAC. 11.9% YoY revenue growth (and not from a small number), big profits and a 1.59 price to book. As with most insurance companies, watch out for natural disasters – they can quickly send profits south as payouts increase.
Now that I’ve laid bare my investing soul, please rip my picks apart or agree amicably in the comments. Remember, it’s all theoretical until we actually see their performance as the year goes on – and 1 year is a definite time-frame. Stocks may be attractive overall but might not start moving for a painfully long time. My preferred holding period is much longer than a year, so it will be interesting to see if my methods break down with only 366 days in 2012!
I have AFLAC in my personal portfolio. I also previously owned PDL BioPharma, but sold it more than 6 months ago.
Sounds like a game plan, but I have to admit, I don’t know much about small caps. IP telephony, will they challenge Avaya? AFLAC and Happy New Year!
From my eye, it looks like Avaya has to worry more about some of the big IP Telephony guys than Neutral Tandem. TNDM looks more concerned with network build-out, call termination, and multiple protocols.
What’s the quote? If everyone is digging holes sell shovels?
These are some good ones. Will check them out.
My thoughts: you have time to research stocks, as well as run this site and comment all over the place?! Are you sure you’re not doing some of this at your day job?
Back when I used to research single stocks, I would always watch for the large companies whose price dropped dramatically due to a lawsuit or something. You know they aren’t going under, and their price will come back at some point.
As long as they aren’t MCI WorldCom or Enron, I hope!
My screening doesn’t take too long, believe it or not. I have a pretty specific sort of company I’m looking for (but I’m not giving away all of my secret sauce, heh. Thos companies qualify).
You left out another option: NO SLEEP!
High ROA, ROIC, CROIC, ROE – but low leverage – hopefully in a capital intensive industry with cyclicality levered by the company’s own proximity to breakthrough.
Everyone is close, but CROIC isn’t something I’ve used. Maybe I’ll start, haha.
Still, I’m feeling these picks even though PDLI wasn’t riding the market today.
Good luck in the contest. I invest mainly in stocks that pay steady dividends. It isn’t too exciting but it has worked well for me so far.
Yeah, I don’t shun dividends, but I don’t seek them out either… if a company pays them I accept graciously, haha.

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vascular solutions, inc. vasc – a medical device company based in minneapolis launches my 2012 picks! sure, we could argue the macro effects of the uncertainty in the medical field due to the patient protection and affordable care act (careful, it’s 4,000 words if you read the whole series…), or we can talk about a well run-company. a 13.16% return on assets and a 37.68% return on equity in the face of zero debt and a 8.5 trailing p/e? sign me up.
pdl biopharma, inc. pdli – what am i, chasing yield? even though it does yield 9.7%, chasing yield isn’t my style of investing. here’s a company which is also in the medical field but makes it’s money by licensing drug patents to other companies. risky? sure… but with risk (hopefully) comes reward, and i’ve got my fingers crossed for a rewarding 2012 for pdli.
neutral tandem, inc. [[tndm]] – three small caps in a row, and we’re entering the tech field. i usually steer clear of tech (i subscribe to the “avoid investing in your own company” theory. i like to extend it to industry, even.) but this is a fantasy stock picking contest, so let’s throw this ip telephony company into the mix. 44.9% year over year revenue growth, 1.32 price to book, and decent roe/roa? it’s worth tossing 25% of the fantasy cash towards.
aflac, inc. afl – i enjoy how the insurance business works, and i present to you the company on this list you’ve most likely heard of: aflac. yes, this aflac. 11.9% yoy revenue growth (and not from a small number), big profits and a 1.59 price to book. as with most insurance companies, watch out for natural disasters – they can quickly send profits south as payouts increase.
now that i’ve laid bare my investing soul, please rip my picks apart or agree amicably in the comments. remember, it’s all theoretical until we actually see their performance as the year goes on – and 1 year is a definite time-frame. stocks may be attractive overall but might not start moving for a painfully long time. my preferred holding period is much longer than a year, so it will be interesting to see if my methods break down with only 366 days in 2012!
i have aflac in my personal portfolio. i also previously owned pdl biopharma, but sold it more than 6 months ago.
sounds like a game plan, but i have to admit, i don’t know much about small caps. ip telephony, will they challenge avaya? aflac and happy new year!
from my eye, it looks like avaya has to worry more about some of the big ip telephony guys than neutral tandem. tndm looks more concerned with network build-out, call termination, and multiple protocols.
what’s the quote? if everyone is digging holes sell shovels?
these are some good ones. will check them out.
my thoughts: you have time to research stocks, as well as run this site and comment all over the place?! are you sure you’re not doing some of this at your day job?
back when i used to research single stocks, i would always watch for the large companies whose price dropped dramatically due to a lawsuit or something. you know they aren’t going under, and their price will come back at some point.
as long as they aren’t mci worldcom or enron, i hope!
my screening doesn’t take too long, believe it or not. i have a pretty specific sort of company i’m looking for (but i’m not giving away all of my secret sauce, heh. thos companies qualify).
you left out another option: no sleep!
high roa, roic, croic, roe – but low leverage – hopefully in a capital intensive industry with cyclicality levered by the company’s own proximity to breakthrough.
everyone is close, but croic isn’t something i’ve used. maybe i’ll start, haha.
still, i’m feeling these picks even though pdli wasn’t riding the market today.
good luck in the contest. i invest mainly in stocks that pay steady dividends. it isn’t too exciting but it has worked well for me so far.
yeah, i don’t shun dividends, but i don’t seek them out either… if a company pays them i accept graciously, haha.