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Nice view from a loft. Downtown from Little Tokyo.
Source: City Clerk, 1:38 a.m.
The election to decide the next mayor of Los Angeles started as a dead heat between City Councilman Eric Garcetti and city Controller Wendy Greuel, then opened to a lead comfortable enough for Garcetti to give a cautious victory speech by midnight.
"The results aren't all in, but this is shaping up to be a great night," Garcetti told supporters at the Hollywood Palladium.
Before leaving her supporters, Greuel did not concede the election. "No one said it was going to be easy or quick, but when you're playing the championship of L.A. politics,” said Greuel at Exchange LA in downtown. “Sometimes, the game goes into overtime."
By 2 a.m., with just over 15 percent of precincts reporting, Garcetti had 150,877 votes and Greuel had 128,335.
The Arts District lost a local when Stuart Noble was struck by a car while crossing a Pasadena street last Friday morning. He helped make art, and street art, a visible force in downtown Los Angeles, including curating exhibitions for Pershing Square, and helping out one particular street artist. The renegade has something to say about Noble's passing.
I met Stuart in 1999 on my first trip to London. Stuart was a partner in a flyer distribution and promotions company called Don’t Panic! Don’t Panic curated an art poster supplement that was distributed with the flyers. I think their goal was to mix art and commerce. I was offered the Don’t Panic art poster as a means of promoting my London art show, but I had to drive straight from the airport to their offices and work on the art in order to meet their print deadline. Stuart and the rest of the Don’t Panic! crew were very enthusiastic about the design I made. Stuart then offered for me to tag along to put up posters as he drove the Don’t Panic! delivery van around London dropping off flyers. Stuart was on the job, so I wanted to respect his time, but I kept seeing good spots, so I would ask him if we had a second to pull over. The answer was always “yes!” and as he started to understand my modus operandi he would drive out of his way to take me to great spots.
Stuart visited LA and liked it enough to move to the city in 2005. I was in need of a new poster printer, so Stuart signed on for the job. He would also go on poster missions with me and took the initiative to put posters up on his own as well. Stuart became an Obey ambassador of sorts, talking to property owners about walls for my art. Many of the murals I have done in the downtown LA Arts District were organized by Stuart. Stuart was quite a prolific purveyor of Obey on every front!
I’m eternally grateful for Stuart’s friendship and passion for my work. Stuart, thanks for everything… I’ll miss you man!
First Street Store Mural concept drawing: Berliner and Associates.
“Story of our Struggle” is moving forward under the watch of the Chicano/Jewish Coalition. Often known as the First Street Store Mural, it makes a final step toward it's preservation as a Community Revitalization Project, according to Irma Beserra Núñez, coalition chair. The idea behind the rehabbed First Street Store Mural Wall, which will be called the Quetzalcoatl Pyramid Fountain and Educational Plaza, comes from a coalition press release.
Following a stringent Mural Preservation Plan, the entire Mural Wall will be moved back ten feet as the facade of the new charter high school. This will create an approximately 3,200 sq. ft. Educational Plaza in front of the building for students, the community, and tourists to gather, enjoy a more comfortable view of the Mural Panels, and gain an appreciation of community culture and history. Educational plaques will be placed below each Mural Panel describing the meaning in English and Spanish.
A Quetzalcoatl Pyramid Fountain will be constructed with a seating area around the Pond. In addition, there will be benches to sit and relax while viewing the mural, fountain and plaza. Lighting will be provided for each Mural Panel, the plaques, fountain and plaza to make it possible for everyone to enjoy, night and day, this exciting Chicano/Jewish Cultural Heritage Landmark.
The mural was to be taken down by Pacific Charter School Development to make room for a new building. After protests, portions of the mural were to be saved. Then through terse advocacy, the mural and facade is intact and will be part of the Alliance Media Arts & Entertainment Design High School.
The public hearing is set for 9 a.m. Wednesday, May 22, in Room 150 at the L.A. County Hall of Records (320 West Temple Street).
Los Angeles River Artist and Business Association will hold a special meeting at 10 a.m. on Saturday, June 8, for locals to bring ideas to the table.
It's the first mess to be cleaned up.
With the ruling that the Arts District Business Improvement Association must dissolve within 75 days, the first thing to end was maintenance services. It began with the sign on the Arts District dog park implying it was closed, when in fact BID were ending their service of opening and closing the park, plus scooping after pups. Then trashcans were immediately taken off the streets.
Comments from locals have been flying around with fury, sharply divided between those who came after, and those who came before, the BID was established.
Some say the RID THE BID had no contingency plan, and for now the only immediate resolution is clean it up yourself, as a dedicated neighborhood volunteer that is. There is also the logic that ADBID may not have had a lawsuit directed at them if they did not include property owners -- who resisted being under ADBID's jurisdiction -- during a 2011 expansion.
"You know it baby!' is all the caption De Perez needed for this image she captured in the Fashion District this morning. The Phantom Gallery curator De Perez saw him walking at the corner of at Los Angeles and Eighth street, walking with mission. It's downtown stylin' and you can't keep a man with a crown, down.
Downtown Vid Pic: " Downtown Los Angeles Then & Now "
YouTube user nicolewonder found the 1946 night time footage of Downtown Los Angeles and matched the route with new footage. It makes an interesting look at two eras. The mash-up is in three parts, and the original source is below.
Gone are the days that had you take the Metro Red Line to the Vermont/Sunset station to reach a Fatburger. The popular burger brand is back in downtown Los Angles, and held a grand opening Wednesday. And it’s not just a midday meal option. Fatburger is open 24 hours.
The modernized interior of Fatburger Downtown LA has electronic menus and a touchscreen soda fountain, but still hints of the California burger stand aesthetic, similar to Original Tommy's and In-N-Out.
A biography of John Parkinson by Stephen Gee has been out since early May, and it’s "the first book to detail, in words and images, this master architect's incredible contribution to Los Angeles." With City Hall, the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, Bullock's Wilshire, Union Station, the architect and his firm gave the city a look that has become a cultural reference.
"His buildings are an essential part of Los Angeles. City Hall is still the hub of political power in the city," Stephen Gee told KCRW earlier this month. "There are thousands of people who live and work in Parkinson’s buildings. Union Station is still a tremendously important train station on the west coast. These structures are just as important now as the day that they opened."
A documentary on Parkinson is also planned. Donations are being sought.
Some of Parkinson's earlier buildings may not have the cultural visibility of City Hall. You can see that in a dedicated list by German photography Martin Schall, who stalked Arts District gems like the Spreckel Bros. Warehouse and the Joannes Bros. Building.

industry_corpus2: Politics & Administration


text: Abstract: To generate a path that guides the wheelchair's motion faces several challenges: The path is located in the human environment, which is usually unstructured and dynamic, and thus is difficult or impossible to generate a reliable map and plan paths on it by artificial intelligence. In addition, the path of a wheelchair, whose task is to carry the human user, should be smooth and comfortable, and adapted to the users intentions, which may evolve with time. We propose a collaborative learning strategy corresponding to these requirements, according to which the human operator and the robot, using the provided path design tools, create and gradually improve a guide path, eventually resulting in ergonomic motion guidance. This paper reports experiments performed to investigate this collaborative learning strategy. To evaluate the path design tools, we analyzed features of the optimal paths and user evaluation in representative conditions. This was complemented by a questionnaire filled out by the subjects after the experiments. The results demonstrate the effectiveness of the collaborative learning strategy, and show the utility and complementarity of the path design tools. © ACM 2007.

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C&G Green Energy (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd. ("C&G Shenzhen") is a 100% subsidiary of C&G Environmental Protection Co., Ltd.. C&G Shenzhen registered in Shenzhen in 2014 and has branch office and R&D center in Taiwan.
The core business of C&G Shenzhen includes waste water treatment, sludge treatment, soil remediation and underground water treatment, and industrial services such as petrochemical tank service and pipeline pigging and inspection service. Core technologies are as below: Industrial Waste water Advanced Oxidation Processes Technology (FBR-Fenton Technology) Waste water Biological Treatment Technology (BioNET Technology) Anaerobic Ammonium Oxidation Waste Water Treatment Technology(Anammox Technology) Sludge Advanced Dewatering Technology (High Pressure Double-Membrane Filter Press) Pipeline Decoking, Descaling and Testing Technology (PIGG Patented Technology)C&G Green Energy works closely with pillar technical force from Taiwan and introduces advanced equipment from Europe and Taiwan. Our vision is to contribute our share to make the world a better place and become a leader player in the field.
C&G Environmental Protection (Thailand) Co., Ltd. ("C&G Thailand") is a 100% subsidiary of C&G . C&G Thailand was established in 2006 with the aim of conducting business development activities and maintaining government relationship in Thailand.
C&G has secured the first 500 tons WTE project in Nong Khaem in Bangkok in July 2013.

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Sebastian Vettel says his shock at the loss of Formula 1 race director Charlie Whiting has been intensified by the fact he shared a track walk with Whiting in Australia on Wednesday.
The Ferrari driver and Whiting met up at the exit on the Albert Park pit lane on Wednesday afternoon and stayed together for a first part of the lap as they inspected the circuit.
As news of Whiting’s death emerged on Thursday, Vettel said he was left in disbelief about the loss of someone so highly regarded.
“I guess I was as shocked as we all still are now, especially since I spoke to him yesterday and walked the track for the first couple of corners together with him,” said Vettel. “It’s difficult to grasp when somebody is not there any more.
“I have known him for a long time and he has been our man, the drivers’ man. Obviously there are regulations and all that, and then there is us, and he was the middle man.
Williams driver Robert Kubica was also out on track at the same time as Vettel and Whiting on Wednesday, but decided not to interrupt them.
“It is a hard moment,” said the Polish driver. “I saw Sebastian walking with Charlie yesterday.
"I thought I would not interrupt them because I would see him on Friday at the drivers’ briefing, which will not be the case and it is very sad.
Max Verstappen spent time with Whiting at a recent stewards’ convention, and said his passing was proof about the need to appreciate each day.
“It was a big shock – because I spent the day with him in Geneva, and we had a good chat about a lot of things," said the Red Bull driver. "When I left, I said ‘see you in Australia for another season of racing’. So when you hear this news, it is unbelievable, at 66 years old.
“You have to appreciate every day and every morning that you wake up, and enjoy life. It is not only about F1 it is about other things in life, so this is just one part of it.
World champion Lewis Hamilton added: "I was incredibly shocked to hear the sad news and my thoughts and prayers are with his family.

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Would weekend voting increase turnout? - The Morning Call Would weekend voting increase turnout?
Would weekend voting increase turnout?
About 18 percent of eligible Democratic and Republican voters cast ballots during last month’s primary election, according to unofficial returns, a slightly better turnout than the last midterm election.
But it’s hardly a bellwether for citizen enthusiasm in the nation’s democratic electoral process.
So, why haven’t droves of voters gone to the polls?
Two Philadelphia-area Democratic lawmakers think they have part of the answer: It’s Tuesday’s fault.
U.S. Rep. Brendan Boyle and his brother, state Rep. Kevin Boyle, will hold a news conference today in the state Capitol touting companion legislation to move Election Day from a Tuesday to a Saturday and Sunday.
In 1845, Congress set Election Day nationwide as the first Tuesday following the first Monday of November. The date was picked to meet the work and religious demands of a then mostly agrarian society.
Tuesday gave farmers enough travel time to get to and from the polls without interfering with Sunday church services or Wednesday trips to the market.
The Boyles argue society has changed so much over 173 years that Tuesday is no longer the best day of the week to hold elections.
They cite polling data from adults who say they don’t have time to vote amid work, school and family obligations. Voters, they argue, would have more time to make it to the polls on weekends.
Their legislation would move Election Day to the “first Saturday and Sunday after the first Friday” in November.
Congressman Boyle is proposing federal legislation to move the day. Kevin Boyle is doing the same thing at the state level.
“In presidential elections from 2000 to 2012, approximately one-fifth of registered voters who did not cast a ballot listed ‘too busy, conflicting work or school schedule’ as their reason for not voting,” the Boyles wrote.
In 2014, the last midterm election, “roughly 35 percent of those who were eligible to vote but did not do so listed scheduling conflicts with work or school as their primary reason for not voting,” they wrote.
In 2016, the last presidential election, being too busy dropped to third place as a reason for not voting, falling behind dislike of the candidates and a lack of interest in the election, they said.
It’s doubtful, however, either bill would ever become law.
The late U.S. Rep. Louise Slaughter of New York pushed similar legislation for years. In fact, Brendan Boyle named his bill after her: The Louise Slaughter Weekend Voting Act.
There have been arguments for moving Election Day to Saturday to avoid the common five-day work week, said G. Terry Madonna, pollster and political science professor at Franklin & Marshall College.
“Any day you pick is going to inconvenience somebody in the workforce,” Madonna said.
Motivation, not the day of the week, is the main reason voter turnout remains low, he said. People are turned off to American politics because they don’t think their vote matters and schools no longer emphasize the importance of voting and citizenship as part of the curriculum, he said.
Schools routinely hold mock elections, allow students to vote for student council, and teach the difference between the executive, legislative and judicial branches.
“Schools certainly expose students through curriculum and activities,” said Joseph Roy, superintendent of the Bethlehem Area School District. “We could probably do more” by taking advantage of high school students’ growing interest in activism and voting after the school shooting in Parkland, Fla.
At some point, however, lessons that school teach lose their relevance.
A 2016 study by the Annenberg Public Policy Center at the University of Pennsylvania found that just 26 percent of Americans could name the three branches of government. That was the worst score, by far, in a half dozen years.
Bottom line: The U.S. has the sixth lowest voter turnout among democratic developed nations, according to a new Pew Research Center Study.
The study, released May 21, found the United States ranks 26th out of 32 nations in turnout. Some of the countries with better voter participation were Estonia, Ireland, Greece, Mexico, Germany, Belgium and 19 other nations.


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I do not believe that Brexit means that the European Union is going to break up. Or that it spells the end of the euro as a currency. I’ve been very bullish on Europe and the Euro in the past. Even if the currency fluctuates, all these currencies are fluctuating, and the Euro did trade down from around the 140 level in late 2013, all the way down to 105 in January 2015, and people said, “Oh, it’s going to parity.” I said, “No, it’s not going to parity,” and it didn’t. It bounced back to 105 a couple times, back up around 110 today, $1.10.
Now the important thing to understand is the European Union is not primarily an economic project. Does it have a lot of economic problems? Absolutely, from Greece to Portugal, now Italian banks, et cetera, but it is a political project.
The way to think about the European Union, ask yourself, “Does the political will exist to keep it together?” Clearly, in the U.K., it didn’t. They left, but I could write a separate book on why the U.K. was never a good fit with the E.U. to begin with. Look, if the Brexit had been the Netherlands or Italy or Spain or someone like that, I would have a much more pessimistic or dire outlook for Europe, but it wasn’t. It was the U.K., and the U.K. has always been different.
First of all, they never joined the Euro. The U.K. is Europe’s biggest economy by far, and it did not to join the Euro. The other countries in line who have not joined the Euro are either on the periphery or they’re trying to join but haven’t met the criteria yet. There are some special circumstances.
The U.K. was the exception. They were the big country and the E.U. member that did not join, and they were the only one that kind of fit that. That’s because the U.K. was never a good fit with Europe to begin with. I would go back to the difference culturally and in terms of legal systems, not just geographically, although geography plays a role of course, but on the continent the legal was different.
Obviously, Germany, France, Spain,Netherlands, Italy and others large countries have a legal system goes all the way back to the end of the Roman Empire, or to code of Justinian, Charlemagne, through to the Napoleonic code in the late 18th, early 19th century. It’s what’s called a code-based system of law.
Contrast that with the U.K., which has the common law, and the common law is what was exported to the United States, Australia, Canada, New Zealand and sort of the English-speaking world. Common law and code law are completely different. It’s not just that the rules are different, it’s the mindset is different.
In a code system, which is what you have in the E.U., the idea is if you have a problem, write a rule. If the rule doesn’t fix it, write another rule. If that doesn’t fix it, write another rule and keep going. Keep writing as many rules as you need until you fix the problem, and if it’s not fixed, write another rule. That’s the view of the E.U.
Common law is different. Yes, there are laws, rules and regulations in common law. We probably have too many, but judges have equitable powers, and common law has a lot more scope for an ad hoc decision-making designed to achieve justice.
You can have a case where under the strict law of contract, somebody should lose. A judge will look at it and say, “You know, that’s not really fair. Yeah, I know what the law says, but that’s not the right result. That’s really unjust, unconscionable.” Judges have scope to kind of make things up to get the right result.
In Europe, you would never do that. In Europe, you would write another rule. You’d say, “If something bad happens, let’s write a rule.” This is actually a good way to understand the ECB, because when Janet Yellen talks about the dual mandate of the fed, employment and price stability, it’s lip service. They’ve got their own agenda, their own economic goals, et cetera.
When Mario Draghi talks about his mandate, it’s not lip service. He takes it literally. He’s a legalist, and they will stick to it, and they will not do certain things, because they’re not permitted under the charter. That divide between the common law and equity and discretion on the one hand, and rules, on the other, is a big deal. It runs right down the middle of the English Channel, and it’s one of the reasons that the U.K. subjects rebelled against the European Union; too many rules.
Immigration was a big part of it. The immigration issue in the U.K. was not about Syrian refugees. It was about Poles. It was about people from Poland taking jobs as nannies, shopkeepers, domestic help and landscapers or a lot of other things, and at entry-level positions. That was the immigration issue. It wasn’t Syrians, it was Poles. That comes from a European rules-based culture.
Europe is solid. The U.K. leaving is a big deal economically. It’s a big deal for the U.K., and it will cause aftershocks, which we’re watching. One of the aftershocks will not be the breakup of the European Union. It will not be the end of the Euro. In fact, I expect the Euro to get stronger from here, again going back to the Shanghai Accord.
If you’re asking if there will be crises, yes, there will be crises. Go back to Greece. With Greece in 2011 and 2012, Krugman, Stiglitz, Roubini, Zero Hedge, what were they all saying? “Europe’s breaking up. Spain’s leaving. Greece is getting kicked out. Germany is going their own way.” I said, “Nonsense, none of that is going to happen,” and it didn’t happen.
London hates the Euro. The Brits don’t understand the Europeans much better than the Americans do, for the reasons I mentioned. You really have to go to Germany, to Italy, to Spain, to the Netherlands and talk to those people. Talk to the people on the ground, talk to elites and others, and read the local papers, see if you can get them in translation, or if you read the languages, and that’s how you learn about Europe.
My forecast for Europe; there will be crises. There will absolutely be crises, coming in the Italian banking system, probably Deutsche Bank. We’re probably going to be hearing more about Portugal. We’re probably going to be hearing about Greece again, because Greece never goes away. I’m not denying any of that. That will come, that will cause volatility. When somebody looks at that and says, “A-ha, Europe’s falling apart,” don’t believe it.
The answer is yes, there is that, there’s always that possibility. I guess the way I would explain that, what will happen is conditional or contingent. This is important to understand in terms of the best way to do forecasting, and how we do forecasting at our publications.
It’s not as if the outcome is set in stone, and we just don’t know it. A lot of people think, there’s a certain outcome out there, and your job as an analyst is to work really, really hard to figure out what the outcome is. That is not the correct way to think about it, and it’s not how we do things. What we say is, there’s a range of possible outcomes.
One is that everything comes in for a soft landing, it’s all good. It gets ugly and there’s some bad headlines, but they’re able to truncate it. The next is they try and it’s too little too late, and it just spins out of control and all of a sudden, we’re back to 2008.
I would say that all three possibilities are in play, all three of them. The way you do analysis, and this is what we do in my premium research services Currency Wars Alert in particular, it’s called indications and warnings. The way you do analysis is to wake up every day, or in my case sometimes I’m up until 3 in the morning, and keep looking at data points to help you figure out which path you’re on, and recognizing that you could have these phase transitions where you pass from one path to the other very quickly.
The simple way to explain it, I happen to be in Connecticut, and I happen to know that all the roadside restaurants to Boston are all McDonald’s, and all the restaurants to Philadelphia are all Burger Kings. I don’t know why that is, but it’s true. If you blindfold me and take me in a car and let me peek, and I see a McDonald’s, I know I’m going to Boston. I know I’m not going to Philadelphia.
The point is, if you know what the Burger King/McDonald’s situation is, you don’t have to get to Philly or Boston to know where you’re going. You can figure it out along the way. To answer the reader’ question, does this have the potential to spin completely out of control and end up like 2008? The answer is yes. That’s not my forecast right now and I’m not forecasting that. I’m saying that’s on the table. That’s the reason to get fully allocated to ten percent gold, have more cash than usual, and pay close attention to what’s going on.
The expected case would be that this gets worse, there’s more headlines, there’s more ugliness, between the Italian prime minister and the German chancellor. It’s not going to get quite as bad as Greece, but it’s going to kind of look that way, and accusations are going to fly back and forth.
Remember, a lot of these accusations are just for show. They’re just for the newspapers, because you’ve got a local political constituency. The Italian prime minister can’t look like a doormat for the German chancellor, and the German chancellor can’t look like she’s not taking a hard line. When they get behind closed doors or meet in the hall or whatever, they work things out as we saw in the case of Greece.
I would expect some ugly headlines, and some more volatility, and some more danger signs coming out of the Italian banking crisis. At the end of the day, I would expect that they will truncate this … “Truncate” is a very good word. Truncation, that’s the difference between an avalanche and a financial crisis. I’ve said the dynamics are the same and the math is the same, which they are. Analytically, you can look at the start of one. It’s exactly the same systems dynamic.
You can’t stop a natural disaster. You can truncate a man-made disaster, meaning something capital markets, something in the stock markets, et cetera, a banking crisis. The question is, do you act too late? Do you see it coming? Do you have the right policy? Do you act in time, or do you act too late? Those are the variables, but you can snuff a systemic crisis in the financial world, if you have enough power, or if it’s not bigger than your balance sheet.
Part of my thesis about the next really major global financial crisis is something bigger than 2008, and that’s not what I’m forecasting right this minute, but I do see it out there, is that it actually would be bigger than the central banks. It wasn’t bigger than the central banks in 2008. They did truncate it with 10 trillion dollars of guarantees, money printing and currency swaps. The next one will be bigger than that, but we’re not there yet.
Short answer; does the Italian banking crisis have the potential to spin completely out of control, worse than 2018? The answer is yes. I’m watching that, but I don’t expect that. I expect that they will be able to truncate it, meaning bail in, bail out. It probably is a mix, but the absolute biggest banks will probably get bailed out, and some small sacrificial lambs will probably get bailed in. We’ll see how that plays out.
I would expect volatility, nasty headlines, but at the end of the day, they’ll bring it in for a soft landing.
It will not be the end of Europe or the Euro, but it will mean volatility, and it could mean a draw-down in U.S. stocks. It could look ugly, like August 2015, or go back to 2011, for that matter, when the Greek thing first popped up. It’s what I call non-directional volatility, or NDV, where you have, it goes down, the stock market goes down seven or eight percent, then it rallies back ten percent. It’s not really going anywhere. It’s like being on a roller coaster. Your stomach’s in your throat practically, but you end up back where you started. That’s kind of how the stock markets will look.
I don’t think this will spin out of control, but it absolutely has the potential. It’s like quantum mechanics, thinking of everything in conditional space, where you’ve got two or three outcomes, and you don’t really know which it is until you take more observations.

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Never fear finishing again! Learn accessible techniques and troubleshooting tips from furniture maker and instructor Robert Spiece in this free mini-class. Find out how to pick the right finish based on the wood grain and desired outcome for your piece. Then, experiment with a variety of finishes to make the grain pop as you master wipe-on, brush-on and rottenstone hand-rub techniques. Robert will demonstrate how to prepare your wood for a smooth finish and share application methods for flawless results. You’ll even learn how to easily and efficiently work with curved and offset pieces. Plus, get important safety tips to protect you and your shop!
I know a ton of people who are wanting to save some money by learning how to update or create their own cabinetry masterpieces. Here’s a mini-class to get you started.
If your kid is going to prom, it’s exciting but really expensive.
When my daughter went, we had a hard time finding a dress in our local stores, simply because they either didn’t fit or were way out of our budget. So, we decided to order her dress, shoes, and accessories on Amazon, and she looked fabulous.
If you’re shopping for a prom dress, and having sticker shock, here’s how to buy that dress online.
Just so you know, that there are affiliate links in this post. So, if you click and buy, I might get a commission fee. Thanks for your support.
PLEASE read the online reviews from people that have already purchased the dress that you are interested in! Hopefully, some of these ladies have taken the time to post a picture of them wearing the dress. It doesn’t hurt to ask that person questions either.
Get the measuring tape out, and write those body parts down. It’s even better if you can get someone else to help you do this, because you have to know your exact measurements, and compare them to the sizing chart that goes along with the dress.
If your measurements are not lining up with the sizing chart, (which is the case for most of us ladies out there), then you must customize your dress. Each dress company goes into detail on how to do this, so pay close attention. My daughter and I had to do this for her dress, and it turned out perfect, except my mom had to shorten the length a little bit, which leads me to my last tip.
Just in case your dress needs a little more customization, make sure you know a seamstress or tailor. You will still same some money by going this route, and it doesn’t hurt to know one for future events. Weddings, hint, hint.
Buy your dress way in advance if you can, trust me this is a must, and here’s and example why I say this.
I bought the sleeveless bridesmaid dress below for my daughter on Amazon, and unfortunately I ordered the wrong color. I emailed the company to see if there was time to change it, and I was thrilled when I got an email back saying, “No worries Brandi, we will change the color”. What a relief that was, and I was glad that I had ordered this dress way ahead of time.
If you do decide to buy a dress online, please review your purchase, and post some pics of you wearing it. All of us ladies come in different shapes and sizes, and since we can’t actually put this dress on ourselves, it’s nice to see it on someone with a similar body type, like these beauties below!
My daughter is on the right….look at that smile and dress.
What Makes Me A Super Saver You Ask?
I’ve been challenged to write a post about what makes me a super saver? The truth is that in 2012 my hubby had lost his job, and we were faced with how to pay our bills on a reduced income.
As I was searching for job openings online, I happened to come across a blogger who was sharing tips on how to save money.
The #1 tip that jumped out at me was clipping coupons from the Sunday paper.
What’s funny about this, is that as a kid, I used to think that my Grams was nuts for using coupons at the store.
So, I decided to get a little nutty myself, clips some coupons, and ended up buying 4 bottles of shampoo for only .50 cents each. I was so excited, because I knew that with a little effort I could help reduce some expenses, and I was hooked.
Since then, I have become a DIY enthusiast and learned how to grow a garden, can my veggies, and even tile my own bathroom floors.
I had learned so much, that I wanted to share my experiences with others and started this blog.
It’s interesting to me as I reflect back, that blogging became a therapeutic blessing during this difficult time. I have become an affiliate marketer & influenster who gets the opportunity to try products and services and share my findings with my family, friends, and online community.
(AND….in some cases I get a little commission fee if someone clicks on my affiliate link and buys a product that I have reviewed. This is a wonderful perk, because it helps me pay for the upkeep of my blog. Yay)!
Below are some pics of some products that I have had the wonderful opportunity to try and review.
In closing, I’m glad that I was challenged to write this post, because it’s important to remember why I started this blog to begin with, and I am humbled when visitors take the time to visit my little place on the web.
Who Else Has The Guts To Cancel Their Gym Membership?
This past weekend, I finally had the guts to cancel my gym membership. I felt a little guilty at first, but the reality is that I don’t use it, and I knew that I wouldn’t go in the future either.
So, I’ve come up with a health and fitness blueprint that has worked for me in the past, and it includes an app, inspiration, and exercise. Read on if your needing a fitness plan that’s budget friendly too.
MyFitnessPal is my favorite app for tracking calories, carbs, fiber, and workout steps. I will be the first to admit, that if I don’t pay attention to how much I’m eating, the pounds pile on. This app keeps me in reality with how much I’m actually eating per day, which for me makes or breaks my health goals. I also sync it with my Mac & Apple watch. This app is also available on on other devices.
Any eating plan that helps you feel better, and obtain your goals is awesome. For me, I do really well on a lower carb plan, in fact at my last yearly wellness checkup, my doc handed me this Basic Dos & Dont’s of Healthy Eating sheet.
If your into this type of eating lifestyle too, I would love for you to join me on my Low Carb Love FB page or Pinterest page . I share easy, delicious, and simple tips from some of the best low carb bloggers out there. (They deserve all the credit for helping me keep variety in my life, and stay on track).
I also have a Low Carb Love amazon page with different kitchen gadgets to help make your meals easier, because ahead of time prep is key with any eating plan.
When I did go to the health club, I always ended up on a stationary upright or recumbent bikes. Well heck, I can save some money and time by doing this at home, and after some research, I decided to buy this Sunny Health And Fitness Pro Exercise Bike .
I’ve also bought an earlier version of this, Exerpeutic Gold 525XLR Folding Recumbent Exercise Bike, which I would recommend to anyone because it folds, rolls, and has a high weight capacity weight limit up to 400 lbs, which is great on the knees. Heck, my sister puts her’s under her desk at home while she works. Check out the pic below.
This Exerpeutic 400XL Folding Recumbent Bike is still available on Amazon, it’s the perfect starter bike. It holds up to 300 lbs, rolls, and folds in a limited amount of space, and for around $150, you can’t beat the price. Plus, if you have low back pain, knee, or hip problems, (which I do) this is a great non-bearing indoor bike to try.
Well, that’s it, I quit the gym, and I look forward to creating my own home workout space.
I will update you on my progress, but more importantly, my hope is that all of you who are trying to get healthier succeed in you quest. Baby steps, seem to work best, and Here’s to a Happy Healthy Year!
How My Guy Saves On His RX Glasses!
My hubby and I have reached the age where we both have to wear those dreaded prescription glasses, and I don’t consider a trip to the eyewear store a fun date for the two of us. Plus, by the time you pick out your glasses, add the features that you want, you always end up paying well over $150-$300.
That’s great if you have vision insurance that will cover a pair of specs per year, but let’s face it, I don’t know anyone who doesn’t need several back up pair of glasses. Heck, I can’t tell you how many times I’ve lost and found my glasses over the years, and thank goodness for places like Zenni Optical, my guy and I save big time on our RX glasses each year.
So, how do we do it? First you upload your eyeglass prescription to Zenni, measure out what size you need, pick out a stylish pair of pair, and some features that you want. Next, add them to your cart, check for any coupons, and buy! Within a week or so they are in your mailbox, and here’s are recent purchase that only cost us $20 bucks shipped. Woo Hoo!
So, if your into savings like I am, and you need some extra pairs of glasses, I highly recommend that you give Zenni Optical a try. As you can see from the picture above, they have glasses that start at $6.95, so for that kind of money you could get a couple pairs. Their website has some wonderful how to videos so I encourage you to watch them, and don’t forget to sign up for their e-mail, so you can always know what promotions they are running and save even more.
OMGosh, since turning 50 this past year, I’ve realized that my holiday gift list has really changed from the past years. My kids, parents, and siblings are all getting older, and here’s what my gift list looks like today.
My #1 gift for my family & friends, drum roll please! Gift Cards!
Now Lets Move On To Me!
My mom head out in the wee hours of the morning, and we’ve come to the conclusion that on Black Friday we tend to really buy for ourselves. It’s almost as if we buy the things we’ve been wanting all year, at drop bottom prices, and get what we really want under the tree.
Right now for Black Friday, they are running drop bottom prices on all of their tablets, including the New HD 10 Kids Edition, so if your in the market for one, now is the time to buy!
So, this American Tourister 3pc luggage set, is defiantly on my list, for $55 on Amazon.
Super Saving Travel Tip: I booked my cruise through Ebates , and received 10% back on my trip. I figure if I’m going to shop online, I might as well rack in the money. If you follow my link below, you will receive $10 just for joining this FREE cash back service!
Isn’t this a super list? 🙂 Although, I am seriously thinking about booking another cruise. The earlier I book the better the savings. Thank you for stopping by, and I want to wish all of you a very Merry Holiday season. Cheers.
Do you or someone you know follow a low carb lifestyle? If you do, here’s some of my top gift ideas to give them this holiday season.
Super Tip: Check out my Low Carb Love Amazon page, for more ideas.
(Note: I AM NOT A MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL, SO PLEASE SEE YOUR DOCTOR IF YOU DECIDE YOU WANT TO TRY ANY DIET PLAN).
The Instant Pot is my #1 go to cooker that I tell everyone to get. It’s simply amazing all that it can do, from making yogurt, cheesecake, and most importantly a tender piece of meat in half the time it takes to cook in the oven. This is very important when your following a low carb plan, especially if you work all day.
I recently went to a girlfriend’s house and tried a few pumpkin seeds that she had made. They were simply delicious, and not greasy! She told me that she made them in a air fryer.
That took me completely by surprise, and I knew that I had to get one too.
(All I could think about was chicken wings I was going to eat in the future).
My mom bought me a Vitamix blender years ago, and it has been my best friend when it comes to low carb cooking, shakes, or making my own nut butter spreads. This guy above is available on Amazon, and it’s refurbished, which means you get a professional grade blender at a super price, but if you can afford more, go for it.
This Spiralizer 5 Blade Vegetable Slicer is really a super gift for any diet out there. It basically, puts those zoodles on the table in a flash, and it’s super easy to use. This really is a super gift for any home chef out there.
I could go on and on about the yummy sweetness of Swerve, all I know is that I keep both powdered and granular versions in my pantry at all times.
Sometimes you must have a little chocolate, right? ChocZero Keto Bark comes to the rescue, when you can’t make your own. They come in individual packets and a variety of flavors such as almond, coconut, hazelnut, and peanut.
These Western’s Smokehouse assorted meat sticks are a perfect way to finish off your low carb gift basket, and if your feeling really festive, you could also put in a little Amazon gift card and let them pick out something else.
I hope that some of these suggested low carb gift ideas will keep your loved ones or yourself motivated to keep going on your wellness journey.
I have seen some amazing transformations by following a low carb lifestyle, and I want to wish everyone, no matter what eating plan you follow, a safe and happy holiday season.

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text: The blast occurred in a 10th-grade classroom in a school in the southern Kakapora area, said senior police officer S.P. Pani. He said police are investigating the explosive and how it got into the classroom.

industry_corpus2: Subject Education


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It appears that one of the first orders of business upon Nina Vajić‘s assuming her post as Chair of the Commission for the Control of INTERPOL’s Files (CCF) was to increase the number of scheduled sessions for the year.
INTERPOL observers will note that this is an increase from the thrice-yearly sessions that are normally scheduled. The addition of a session will allow for more cases to be considered, and for cases to be considered sooner than they would under the previous schedules.
Adding more sessions to the yearly schedule is a solution to the CCF’s backlog of cases that I publicly wished for over two years ago, here. It is encouraging to see that the CCF’s new chair is implementing this change, and it will be interesting to see what other changes her leadership will bring.

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I enjoyed the Peruvian people I met because they have beautiful smiles and are so warm and friendly. Our guide and our Chef were amazing.
The glacier was amazing. Our guide and cook helped make the experience fun and tasty. I also enjoyed trying the local fruits along the trail.
These guys are the best in business. They have the best campsites out of the whole lot. We woke up to the clouds from our tents. I would always remember these four days for the rest of my life.
Raul and team were amazing. We had the best time during these 4 days. The first day was slow, preparing us for a challenging 2nd where we reached a maximum altitude of around 14000 feet.
From the first day of the trek to the last, our guide Raúl was very professional and very informational.
This was totally awesome. This was the first time my friends and I were going on such an adventure and it was a wonderful experience.
When I was 12 years old I read my dad's National Geographic black and white magazine from the 1940's.
For the longest time I have wanted to go to Peru not only to visit the amazing country, but to see Machu Picchu.
Best adventure ever with my daughter and new extended family. Raul is the finest guide in the world !!!!!
The whole trip was unbelievable. We really enjoyed learning about the Inca Culture and seeing the various ruins as well as beautiful nature along the way.
Best hike I've ever been on with an incredible group of porters that made the best food and worked so hard for us.
Finished the inca trail thanks to Raúl, Porters and Gourmet Dinning!
Everything about this trip blew me away. The scenery was stunning all the way along.
Each day brought its own challenges and wonderments.
Toughest hike of my life but totally worth it. The views were incredible. The tour guides and the porters did an amazing job. New friendships were created.
The best experience there is provided by Inca trail reservations. Our tour guide Victor was knowledgable and encouraging throughout the tough times.

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COLUMBIA - New research from a nutritional scientist at the U.S. Department of Agriculture shows calorie counts on food labels for protein, nuts, and foods high in fiber could be incorrect.
In fact, the labels on those foods could overestimate calories by up to 25%. The study said the discrepancy in calorie counts on labels and actual energy gained is due to the way the human body processes different types of food.
GNC nutritionist Matthew Rogers said that's because carbohydrates are used by the body much more quickly than proteins.
"When it comes to proteins, nuts, and foods high in fiber, your body uses up to 30% of that fuel to actually digest the food," he said. "So it would make sense that perhaps labels overestimate the calorie counts on those types of food."
Personal trainer and nutrition expert Ryan Kriegel said it's important to remember that when it comes to how much energy or calories a person needs, everyone is different.
"Some people need more calories, some people need less," he said. "And that's just calorie amounts. People also process and digest foods like carbohydrates and proteins at very different rates."
He said calorie counts on food labels are based on an average of foods, and the people who consume them.
"The method of determining how many calories are in any given food dates back to the 1800s," Kriegel said. "You burn the food and see how much energy is produced."
Rogers said that method is more accurate overall for carbohydrates.
"It's much harder to know the exact calorie count on foods that take a while to digest, like proteins and nuts," he said.
Kriegel said any total overhaul of the calorie system is still a long way away.
"I think we're still using this system from the 1800s because no one knows the best way to change it," he said. "There is definitely a way to optimize the calorie system so people have a better understanding of what they're consuming, but I don't think it will ever be perfect."
Rogers said he thinks the solution is clearer food labels.
"Instead of just numbers, I'd like to see a pie graph on food labels to show how much fat, carbohydrates, and protein is in each food," he said. "That information is available on labels right now, but it's all in numbers. People need to have a clearer picture into just how all the parts of their food work together to be healthy, or not."
Krigel said he's concerned that some people could misinterpret the study.
"While protein, nuts, and foods high in fiber are certainly some of the more healthy options, this study doesn't mean that you can eat however much you want of them," he said. "Everything still has to be in moderation."
Rogers agreed. He said any changes in calorie counts would probably have to come from individual food distributors, not from larger institutions like the Food and Drug Administration.

industry_corpus2: Health & Medicine


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In this serial, with the topic “Design Method of PWM Type AC/DC Flyback Converters,” we describe a design procedure and method using AC/DC converter ICs.
Demand for power savings in electronic devices has become increasingly challenging, requiring both high efficiency and a low power consumption at standby. For AC/DC converters, there is a crying need for on-board design and further optimization.
Because designing an AC/DC converter involves dealing with high voltages and requires transformer design, designers tend to shy away from the task. The task, however, may be worth the challenge if it leads to the fabrication of optimal AC/DC converters capable of meeting the demand for a high degree of power savings. As an added incentive, increasing numbers of control ICs have come into play that permit the construction of AC/DC converters in relatively simple manner.
Given these conditions, starting with an overview of a procedure for designing an AC/DC converter, we will describe how to verify the specifications for the power supply unit to be designed, how to select the specific IC to be used, and discuss actual design examples.
Each explanation that we provide consists of several subsections. Also, since the design process follows a certain procedure, we will describe the process in logical sequence. For an overall understanding of what follows, we recommend that you read the material that following in the sequence in which it is presented. Although some subsections stand by themselves, you may find it easy to follow the design examples by viewing them in the sequence in which they are given. As a helpful tip, the list below provides an overall structure of the material presented in this section.

industry_corpus2: Computing & Telecommunications


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The go-to place for hackers who want to put their skills to the test.
I cannot seem to link my account to WeChall for this site.
Other than that, the site seems very easy. Perhaps the base score could be lowered a bit for now?
Linking should work again. Sorry for that.
As for the score, I'll have a look at the challenges later.
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There are nowadays so many different sites to compare flights that I feel sometimes dizzy! Read my only 2 and a half step easy guide to buying flights.
I usually start my search from Momondo. Momondo is a website that compares flights from different sites and shows the prices of different connections at once. It makes the search easier and you don’t need to check the flights from so many different sites like Ebookers and Supersaver. With Momondo search you can see almost all the basic airline ticket providers’ tickets at once. Why I have chosen Momondo over for instance Skyscanner or Google Flights is that Momondo is easy to use and most importantly the prices are normally a bit lower than others.
After finding my number one options from Momondo, I’ll also do a quick comparison on the other sites I mentioned earlier (Ebookers for instance). Most of the time, they’ll give the same exact flights but you never know. In addition to the booking sites, I check the same flights from the airlines’ own website.
If I find similar priced tickets through a booking site and the airline’s own site I will always buy the tickets from the airline. Íf any problems occur it is easier to deal with the airline than a booking site. The booking sites don’t have all the rights to solve the problems so you might end up contacting the airline anyway. For example if you have typed your name wrong it can cost you a lot of money to correct that error with the booking site. The airline cannot usually change your name if you have booked your tickets from another site and that means getting on the phone with the site that sold you your tickets.
Airlines might also offer special prices for members or for certain dates that are close to your travel dates that might not be found through search engines. Registering as a member, being flexible with flight times to match discounted dates or inputting a certain offer code might save you a lot of money that you can spend at your destination.
Step 2.5: Airline is too expensive? Try this.
My personal favourite is Supersaver which has worked great every time. I’ve bought multiple tickets from them for much cheaper than what the airlines had offered on their websites. But be careful and check some reviews of the booking site you are planning to choose. Some sites are easier to solve problems with than others. If you see that one site is selling the tickets with a much lower price than others and you’ve never heard of them before, investigate!
While sites like Momondo will show you cheap ticket prices, it’s almost always just a starting price. During your reservation process you will probably be offered “super necessary” services like luggage insurance, ticket change and cancellation services, fast track services and the list goes on. I’ve personally never had the need for them. But remember to read the fine print for any insurance or services. Booking sites might also charge extra for different payment options.
Remember that if you buy the tickets directly from an airline that doesn’t have their hub in the airport you are flying to/from, you might need to call abroad if you need any help with your tickets. A real life example is Ukraine International Airlines which has flights from Helsinki to Kiev. UIA does not have any office at Helsinki Airport and getting in contact with them on the phone can be complicated. If two airlines with similar prices are flying to (or departing from) the same destination, pick the one that has a hub at the airport. In Finland for instance, the easiest option is Finnair because Helsinki is Finnair’s hub airport.
Use these tips to make your airline ticket buying convenient!

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Your facility is an animal material depot if it does not process, but holds, stores, chills, refridgerates, sedates or covers fish or seafood, other than bivalve molluscan shellfish. You must have your facility verified, and listed with MPI.
Fish animal material depots temporarily hold fish material (other than BMS) before it is transferred to a processor or fish retailer, who will process it for human consumption.
However, animal material depots can't process any fish.
If you operate a fish animal material depot, you need to meet requirements for the way you operate and for your premises.
ensuring your premises are suitably constructed.
You can find all requirements for animal material depots in the Animal Products Notice: Specifications for Products Intended for Human Consumption. Specific requirements for depots that hold fish material are in Part 12.
You are not required to have a risk management programme (RMP).
Learn about BMS sorting sheds and depot requirements.
apply to the Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) for listing.
Your initial verification report must be completed by an agency recognised by MPI to carry out verification. The agency is usually MPI Verification Services. A recognised verifier from the agency checks that your depot meets the relevant requirements.
Use form AP19 to apply for listing. You must send your initial verification report with your completed application. Fees for listing are on the form.
Once your animal material depot is listed with MPI, your contracted recognised agency carries out regular verification visits. You can find details of how often you will be verified in a statement of policy. If your depot has acceptable compliance, it won't require verification visits every year.
If your depot holds fish for human consumption that will be exported after processing, there are additional requirements you need to meet.

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Michelle slides the locker in front of the door, creating a barricade to buy you some time.
"You can blood that thing, right?," Michelle asks.
You're... not sure. Your blood has to be 'inside' it to gain control. Just injecting blood under its skin layer probably wouldn't count. Would it? And normally, you control a body by sending signals to the brain--if the part you take over can't send signals back to the monster's 'brain,' then you'll end up trying to control the creature like an object--which is imprecise and takes far, far more blood. To gain proper control without putting half your bloodstream into it, you'd need to take over whatever part of the entity is in control of the rest of it. All of its limbs are receiving signals, sure, but they're probably not wired to send anything back.
You tell Michelle that if the thing breaks through, start by shooting it in the eye. You're not... that confident in such an obvious target, but it has to see from somewhere, right?
The monster begins to force its way through the door, a huge blade on its not-a-gun-arm carving through the door. You've definitely seen that before, but this blade is made of metal, not bone. It's even slicing into the locker. The barricade won't hold up for long.
You elaborate more on the situation to Fuse, and start by asking if he could possibly shut down the active surveillance in the hospital. You turned it off manually, but Arvin still hears you and is talking through the surveillance speakers, so he may have overridden the manual controls.
There's a brief pause as he does something on your computer... and then he stops.
"Alright, so uh... that USB has room for surveillance footage, but it also has a takeover program like we plugged into Elegance. It should work faster because the security is so much more lax, but..."
He types a few more things.
"Arvin's running his own takeover program. It might take me a sec to override his override, and if I do... well, if I had just shut it off with no resistance, he might have thought he fucked up or you mind whammied it or something. If I straight up brute force his takeover program, he's going to know you have a hacker behind the scenes. You cool with that?"
Michelle tenses as the monster continues to slash and beat its way through the door. Carpenter starts laughing, his voice coming out of the surveillance system and the monster simultaneously.
There's the smallest fraction of a delay on the surveillance system audio, causing Carpenter's laughter to be slightly out of sync. Somehow, this makes it more grating.
Bugger. Well, if *Fuse* doesn't mind having someone know-ish, right now we need to get out of this jam alive and we need all the help we can get.
As a side-note how much of the footage have we downloaded so far?
EDIT: Huh. Actually, why IS there a delay? Poke Fuse about that.
Sounds like the weaponized Red-a-port might be our best option if we're going to fight the monster with blood. If we can get blood into as "central" a location as possible, or into *something* vital, we can hopefully start extruding Red from it, and that might allow us to breach further into the monster (if the bits we extrude are the stabby kind). as a metaphor, it'd be like blooding someone's eye, then summoning a tentacle in their eye that extends inwards toward the brain so we can blood their brain; not sure exactly how the thing is put together, but we might be able to do something along those lines to it.
look for other escape routes, check on download percentage. We want out of there as quickly as possible.
Uh-oh. Uh-oh. Michelle is going to get hurt if we don't force hack, i don't see this shaking out any other way. We need to split Carpenter's attention as much as possible. Once the barrier has fallen, Michelle should go for the eye. Jane should try to get Carpenter monologuing. Either ask him about the mech (and the 'human' components, or ask if he's a traitor or Thale's pet. Do we have a phone or camera we could externally record him with, in case we don't find the data we want here? Meanwhile, while Carpenter's attention is as split as possible, Fuse should force hack. There isn't a way to delay enough to be subtle without serious consequence to Jane and Michelle.
If we force hack, we might be able to abuse the delay between the two signals. If we shut down the senses of whatever is playing the voice first (likely the hospital security), then Carpenter might be playing a fleshbeast video game that has a slight delay between input and response. That'd improve Michelle's chances in combat significantly, as long as she keeps moving. If it comes to that, sync Caius' sweet close quarters skills.
Taunt him. 'You send This reject after us after we mind wiped Macland of everything? I think I'll be taking it Now. Tell Gesenai You're next.' Then hack happy, that Should be enough of a cover and wouldn't divulge anything he wouldn't already know.
Have Fuse brute force it, but get Caius ready just in case they trace it, and we will need a new hotel after this.
Since we can't blood the monster we will have to destroy it... Maybe we can use a highvoltage line somewhere with that metal blade?
Ah shoot, you're right, it is coming out of the monster first. There goes the delay idea. His very pointed 'human' comment seems to suggest he has turned himself into this thing, but he did call it a drone. He is so nuts i dont know if it makes any difference at this stage.
I would go with instant shut-down. Having hacker on our side is obvious anyway since we bypassed scan to enter the room. Also, I don't think we have time for clean hacking.
Try blasting it through the door?

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Do you know the impact of these challenges on your bottom line? Is it all that it could be? The costs related to stress alone are enormous. The World Health Organization calls stress a worldwide epidemic and indicated that in 2001 it would cost businesses $2 billion in workers' compensation costs, lost work days, and other factors. Sixty percent of lost workdays each year can be attributed to stress.
Are you really satisfied with what your organization is achieving? Maybe over the last little while, key people and/or your organization have seemed to reach a plateau in performance? Or maybe they seem to get stuck when new challenges arise, especially unexpectedly.
If any of these are spoiling your sleep at night, give us a call and we can arrange a confidential discussion to see if it makes sense for you to invest in our programs. no strings attached. What have you got to lose?


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Facebook announced Monday that its Ad Breaks monetization options for video publishers creators are now available in five new languages and 21 new countries.
Ad Breaks are available to pages that create videos at least three minutes in length that have generated more than 30,000 one-minute views over the past two months, have 10,000 or more followers and meet Facebook’s monetization eligibility standards.
Publishers and creators can opt for mid-roll and pre-roll formats, as well as image ads that appear directly below videos, and they receive shares of the resulting video.
They can also use Facebook’s auto-insertion feature, which enables the social network to determine the best placement within videos for their ads, or they can designate placements themselves.
Facebook said more than 70 percent of mid-roll ads on its platform are viewed to completion.
Director of product, News Feed and media monetization Maria Smith added in a blog post that in the first two weeks when Ad Breaks were available, over 15 percent of eligible publishers and creators came on board, and they have inserted Ad Breaks in more than 85 percent of their eligible videos.
Europe: Belgium, Denmark, France, Germany, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Spain and Sweden.
Ad Breaks were previously available in Australia, Ireland, New Zealand, the U.K. and the U.S.
Smith said publishers and creators interested in Ad Breaks can go here, to Creator Studio or to their page video insights, adding that those failing to meet the eligibility criteria will see a graphical representation tracking their progress on that front, with information including followers, video views and compliance with Facebook’s monetization eligibility standards.
She also said Facebook is introducing a way for pages to bulk upload videos in order to build up their video presence on the platform and monetize their back catalogs.


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Description: This article discusses channel assignment in an IEEE 802.11 WLAN based on signal-to-interference ratio.
Description: Article on terpene biosynthesis in glandular trichomes of hop.
Creator: Wang, Guodong; Tian, Li; Aziz, Naveed; Broun, Pierre; Dai, Xinbin; He, Ji et al.
Description: Article on biosynthesis and genetic engineering of proanthocyanidins and (iso)flavonoids.
Creator: Tian, Li; Pang, Yongzhen & Dixon, R. A.
Description: Article on multi-site genetic modification of monolignol biosynthesis in alfalfa (Medicago sativa) and the effects on lignin composition in specific cell types.
Creator: Nakashima, Jin; Chen, Fang; Jackson, Lisa A.; Shadle, Gail L. & Dixon, R. A.
Description: This collection of essays celebrates Anne Lipow's contribution to library technology.
Description: This flyer showcases a painting by Rebecca Barham with information about the Visual Arts Society of Texas' 20th Annual Juried members Exhibition.
Description: Article on the equivalence of dipole correction and Coulomb cutoff techniques in supercell calculations. In this work, the authors compare the dipole correction and Coulomb cutoff methods under the same conditions in the framework of plane-wave based density-functional theory.
Description: Book chapter discussing computational studies of the thermochemistry of the atmospheric iodine reservoirs HOI and IONO₂.
Description: This report frames potential policy questions concerning the U.S. Secret Service's (USSS's) mission and organization through an examination of the USSS history and its statutory authorities, mission, and present activities within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).
Description: This report discusses military pay and benefits. Debate continues over what kinds of pay and benefit increases are best for improving recruiting and retention. Of particular interest is the balance between across-the-board pay raises on the one hand, and ones targeted by grade, years of service, and occupational skill, on the other; and between cash compensation on the one hand and improvements in benefits such as housing, health care, and installation services on the other.
Description: Article on the ab initio solubility prediction of non-electrolytes in ternary solvents using a combination of Jouyban-Acree and Abraham models.
Description: Article on an exploratory study of alkali sulfate aerosol formation during biomass combustion.
Description: Article on a kinetic study of the reaction of atomic hydrogen with iodobenzene.
Description: Article on experimental measurements and kinetic modeling of CO/H₂/O₂/NOₓ conversion at high pressure.
Description: Climate change is already with us. Scientific evidence shows that past emissions of greenhouse gases (GHG) are already affecting the Earth’s climate.Without further policies to combat climate change, the OECD projects GHG emissions will grow by about 52% by 2050.This Policy Brief highlights the OECD’s work on the likely impact of various courses of action to mitigate climate change, and the costs of inaction.
Description: This report examines initial responses to the 9/11 Commission's call for a board to oversee adherence to presidential guidelines on information sharing that safeguard the privacy of individuals about whom information is shared, and the implementation of this board.
Description: This report discusses the idea that all Americans should be able to afford access to the telecommunications network; this is commonly called the "universal service concept" and can trace its origins back to the 1934 Communications Act.
Description: S. 1000, the Telework Enhancement Act of 2007, and H.R. 4106, the Telework Improvements Act of 2008, are currently pending in the 110th Congress. Under the pending legislation and Senate amendments, the heads of executive branch agencies would be required to establish policies under which employees (with some exceptions) could be eligible to participate in telework. This report presents a side-by-side comparison of the provisions of S. 1000, as reported; H.R. 4106, as passed by the House.
Description: The United States and Canada conduct the world's largest bilateral trade relationship, with total merchandise trade (exports and imports) exceeding $561.5 billion in 2007. This report examines the various aspects of this trade partnership and presents several policy options for Congress.
Description: This report focuses on the implications that certain elements of China's military modernization may have for future required U.S. Navy capabilities. This report is based on unclassified open-source information.

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The 50/125 micron OM4 multimode fiber optic cable is suitable for higher bandwidth applications, such as in data centers, telecom rooms, server farms, cloud storage networks, and any place fiber jumper cables are needed. It meets RoHS compliant and cable is optically tested for insertion loss to ensure high quality.
50/125µm fiber core and 3.0mm cable diameter provide maximum protection.


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I just submitted my sitemaps to google and it says that there are some links in there he can't find, or that there was a redirect to a new page.
I've changed a lot of my products' names (more than 10,000) so I guess this is the reason. Does the sitemap generator use the cache?
How do I reset the cache or make the sitemap generator to check all the names again and then create a new accurate and up-to-date sitemap?
OziTrance wrote: Does the sitemap generator use the cache?
OziTrance wrote: How do I reset the cache or make the sitemap generator to check all the names again and then create a new accurate and up-to-date sitemap?
Cache is updated on each page visit. You can do it by yourself or wait until some bot visit these pages.


text: This week on Free Action the topic is Character Backgrounds. We’ll go over why backgrounds are important and what as a GM and as a player you can focus on. You can ask us questions or submit adventures or scenarios for us to tweak or fix at out twitter @freeactioncast on our questions thread here, or email askfreeaction@gmail.com and we will get to them in the next episode we record.

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For the first time, Americans are spending more money eating out than at grocery stores. According to a Census report, Americans spent $7.1 billion more in restaurants last year than on groceries.
This is not a healthy trend. It’s much easier to eat well when you cook your own food. Restaurant meals are linked with poor diet quality, as well as higher rates of obesity and related health conditions.
But not all restaurant meals are created equal.
In recent years, more food outlets for health- and fitness-conscious consumers have opened. These retailers make it easy to eat a healthy meal when cooking at home isn’t possible.
Prepped meal services offer several benefits. First, they take the guesswork out of healthy eating. Meals are well balanced, with proper portion sizes, and most include nutrition facts on the packaging. Similarly, some services offer meals for specific fitness goals, from carb loading to muscle building.
Several St. Louis-area companies even employ registered dietitians or nutritionists to plan menus and assist customers.
Prepared meals are also very convenient. If you’re like me and often squeeze in workouts after work, it’s tempting to call for delivery food afterward. Having a few prepared meals on hand ensures you have a healthy choice at home. Dinner is ready with the press of a couple microwave buttons and a few dishes to wash.
Finally, prepped meals can inspire you to try new flavors or ideas. I’ve sampled different ethnic-inspired dishes through these services, and I’ve been exposed to foods like protein pancakes that have become staples in my diet.
Feed Your Vitality (feedyourvitality.com) offers Paleo and anti-inflammatory diet meal delivery, plus options for certain specialty diet protocols. Individual meals range from $6 to $12; meal subscription plans begin at $8.86 per meal.
fit-flavors (fit-flavors.com) was founded by a chef and personal trainer and employs a registered dietitian. With three retail locations, it offers a variety of seasonal entrees and snacks. Vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free and nut-free items are available. Meals start at $4.25.
Fit4Me (fit4mefoods.com) offers online ordering with pickup at retail locations in St. Peters and Ballwin. The menu includes Paleo, vegan, gluten-free, vegetarian, dairy-free and nut-free options. Entrees range in price from $6.50 to $13.75.
Metabolic Meals (mymetabolicmeals.com) is a nationwide meal delivery service based in St. Louis. Meal packages range from six to 21 meals per week and are priced at $9.50 and up. All meals are gluten- and soy-free with organic ingredients.
Pure Plates (pure-plates.com) has five retail locations locally and offers meal delivery. Meals start at $4.99 and include vegetarian and gluten-free options. A 30-day meal plan is available. Pure Plates also offers nutrition counseling at its retail stores.
Despite several options available locally, prepared meals may not be for everyone. Fortunately, home cooks can capture some of the benefits.
First, take a few hours per week to meal prep. Cook two or three batches of your favorite lean proteins (such as roasted tofu or grilled salmon). Roast a couple of trays of colorful vegetables, and prepare several portions of your favorite starches (sweet potatoes hold up well in the fridge). Yogurt parfaits, overnight oats and egg casseroles are great options if your mornings are hectic.
The palm of your hand is about the size of a 3- to 4-ounce portion of lean protein.
A 1-cup serving of cooked vegetables is about the size of your fist.
A 1/2-cup serving of cooked starches — like pasta or rice — is about the size of a cupped handful.
1 tablespoon healthy fat (like peanut butter) is about the size of your thumb.
A healthy meal should include each of these components.
Even if you’re dining out, the hand method can help you to know proper portion sizes. Just ask for a box when your meal arrives so that you can immediately wrap leftovers.
A few simple changes can be very helpful in keeping your health and fitness goals on track. But should you find yourself struggling, keep in mind the many great local prepped meal options and consider taking advantage of their services.
Author: Kimberly Yawitz is a registered dietitian and freelance writer who enjoys trail and obstacle course races, paddling and Crossfit. You can read more of her work at dietvsdisease.com and in the St. Louis Track Club newsletter.

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 Psalm 38:11 Interlinear: My lovers and my friends over-against my plague stand. And my neighbours afar off have stood.
My loved ones and friends stand back from my affliction, and my relatives stand at a distance.
My loved ones and my friends stand aloof from my plague; And my kinsmen stand afar off.
As for my friends and my neighbors, they stand aloof from my distress; even my close relatives stand at a distance.


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← Voting opens for the 2017 race!
Clearly I remembered wrong when I thought I had voted. I apologize!

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Here are the events that are scheduled for the 2019 The "TBD" items will be revised as soon as topics are known. This information is also always on the calendar.
September: Bring in your items knit for the various 2019 WCKG Charities.
We will post this in our next newsletter (end of April) to see if any of the members have ideas. Thanks for posting!


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If you’ve been following my Instagram over the last few weeks, you’ll be up to date with my travelling antics! From skiing in Switzerland to detoxing in Italy and now finally getting all Christmassy back in London!
I’m going to be sharing a blog post tomorrow all about my stay at the Chedi Andermatt, but in the mean time, you can have a look at the You Tube video I’ve created to sum up the holiday. I hope you enjoy it and this really was one of the most incredible places I have stayed so super excited to share more about it with you and make some great recommendations!
By Carly Neave, December 20, 2016 Hello and welcome! I'm Carly, originally from London but currently enjoying a little adventure in Dubai. A travel and wellness blogger exploring the world one step at a time. Think fabulous food at undiscovered gems, unique destinations, skin care obsessions and so much more. This is my life, I hope you enjoy the ride!


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Position Summary: The Senior Advancement Officer (SAO) is responsible for the development and implementation of strategies for the solicitation of major gifts, including outright and deferred/planned. Manage a portfolio of at least 150 rated prospects that have a capacity and inclination to make a gift of $50,000 or more to support a wide range of university initiatives.
Develop a working knowledge of Carroll University in general and funding priorities specifically so as to articulate a compelling case for support to all constituents.
Manage a sufficient prospect portfolio of alumni, friends, parents and faculty to generate 10-15 prospect visits per month that will lead to the growth in the number of completed major and planned gift solicitations and major gifts closed. Strategically schedule prospect visits to use time efficiently and effectively with approximately 50% of time spent out of office on visits (some regional and limited national travel).
Provide timely stewardship of assigned prospects and donors.
Assist the Assistant Vice President of Development in managing prospect and volunteer activities as necessary.
Provide staff support for appropriate university officials for the purposes of prospect cultivation, solicitation and stewardship as needed.
Communicate closely with the appropriate staff regarding information pertaining to major and planned gift prospects, including contact reports, proposal generation, planned gift documentation, gift acknowledgements and other data important for the preservation of donor/prospect records.
Participate in development activities, such as capital campaigns, events, donor briefings, committee meetings, and volunteer activities, as needed and appropriate.
Assist with the successful development and implementation of Institutional Advancement events, including but not limited to, homecoming, reunion, donor functions (luncheons/dinners, etc.) and athletic events, that can be utilized for cultivation and/or stewardship activities for prospects and donors.
Perform other duties as requested, delegated or assigned.
Ability to manage stress with multiple competing priorities while maintaining a positive attitude and affect.
Ability to clearly articulate the mission of Carroll University. Strong interpersonal and organizational skills and aptitude to work with people of different ages and temperaments. Superior written and oral communication skills. High energy level, self-motivated, and self-directed to design and complete complex projects. Must also have skills and desire to: multi-task and meet deadlines; be a team player; work collaboratively; understand the principles and techniques relevant to major gift fundraising and; participation in evening and weekend activities as necessary. Demonstration of integrity, positive attitude, diplomacy, tact, courtesy and a sense of humor.
Knowledge of Microsoft Windows, Excel, Word, and Power Point.


text: Good Morning, angels! Technical mumbo jumbo has me posting this for the Commonwealth of Notions, but make no mistake: This is a Breakfast Blend, well steeped. This morning I’m paying homage to Queer artists of Color/Queer artists throughout history today in honor and remembrance of the 50 queer Latinx lives lost yesterday. Being openly Queer is still a radical act in today’s society. My heart is heavy today, and if yours is too, perhaps this show of solidarity will help us celebrate/move through this/heal. Perhaps not. Whatever you’re feeling, however you identify or don’t, tell your loved ones you love them and try to move forward in life with love in your hearts.


text: Simon McNeil is an author and online marketing communications specialist with a major national charity when not wandering the world looking for trouble. He is a life-long martial artist, has published several articles in Kung Fu Magazine and he�s probably a little bit too fond of kung fu movies. He lives in Toronto, Canada with his wife, daughter and their fierce protector Oliver the shih-poo. His wife has happily laid out rules to prevent the sword-through-glass-lampshade incident from ever happening again. The Black Trillium is his first novel.

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You can vacation where you live when you’re in Boca Raton, the premier destination on South Florida’s Gold Coast, a region renowned for being one of the world’s most luxurious playgrounds. If you want to live as though every day were a holiday, look no further than Boca Raton luxury real estate.
Nestled between Delray Beach and Deerfield Beach, the city of Boca Raton has a long, pristine coastline, a stylish Mediterranean vibe, and more than enough shopping, recreation and entertainment options for even the most jaded jetsetter. It’s not surprising, then, that Boca Raton luxury real estate has constantly been a first choice among buyers with discerning taste.
Boca Raton luxury real estate is your entrée to the good life in a tropical paradise. When you invest in Boca Raton luxury real estate, you not only become the proud owner of a highly sought-after place of residence, you also gain access to spectacular beaches, world-class golf, topnotch shopping and dining, and internationally renowned cultural events and venues.
Owning your own Boca Raton luxury real estate lets you enjoy the Boca lifestyle to the full, and it is the kind of lifestyle that is literally the stuff of dreams. One of the many elements that make this so is the perennially balmy climate; with the Gulf Stream nearby, the city is blessed with cooling breezes and sunny skies year-round.
The mild weather and Boca Raton’s magnificent natural setting are hard to resist, as the popularity of outdoor and water-oriented activities will attest to. From sailing, drift fishing and quiet walks on nearly deserted beaches to surfing, water-skiing and scuba diving, your options for fun in, on and under the water are endless.
As diverse and plentiful as the city’s recreational offerings are its range of options in Boca Raton luxury real estate. Whether you’re looking for a luxury condominium, oceanfront estate, yachting / intracoastal waterway private enclave, elite country club community or acreage and equestrian farm properties, the choices available here will satisfy even the most discriminating buyer. Boca Raton was designed for good living and the city’s prime selection of exclusive, gated communities, private estate enclaves and elite country clubs lets you do just that.
If you’d like to know more about what the Boca Raton luxury real estate market has in store for you, call on the knowledge and expertise of The Smiths. As longtime country club residents and Boca Raton luxury real estate specialists, their knowledge of the market and the community is unparalleled.


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Background: This is the last of Goebbels’ articles in Das Reich. Two weeks later, he would be dead. Despite the hopeless war situation, he attempts to persuade Germans to keep fighting. Since the distribution system had collapsed by the time of this issue (Russian troops were already attacking Berlin), few people read this final essay.
The source: “Widerstand um jeden Preis,” Das Reich, 22 April 1945, pp. 1-2.
The war has reached a stage at which only the full efforts of the nation and of each individual can save us. The defence of our freedom no longer depends on the army fighting at the front. Each civilian, each man and woman and boy and girl must fight with unequaled fanaticism. The enemy expects that, once his tanks have broken through, they will find no resistance. He believes that we will be so disconcerted by his material superiority that we will let things take their course, without caring how they turn out. We must prove the enemyâ€™s hopes wrong. No village and no city may give in to the enemy. The enemy is strong, but not strong enough to hold all the territory of the Reich without our help. If he persuades us to capitulate, he will have an easy time with us. The enemy has laid waste to our cities and provinces through the worst and most terrible bombing terror. As long as we are determined to resist at all costs, we cannot be beaten, and for us not being beaten means to be victorious.
In the midst of a thousand battles, burdens and defeats, our people stand unbroken. Our hearts are proud when we hear from the enemy the wild fanaticism they encounter, how fathers, mothers and even children gather to resist the invaders, how boys and girls throw hand grenades and mines or shoot from cellar windows without regard to danger. They force the enemy to give them respect. They tie up his forces. They force him to commit his reserves to hold a rebellious city or a village glowing with national fanaticism, thereby slowing his advance until a new defensive line can be built a few kilometers further on. It is an absurd reversal of the facts to claim they are fighting in desperation. The enemyâ€™s attacks are riskier than the methods we use to resist. They have a solid foundation, which will soon make its impact known in the course of the war. A nation that defended its freedom with all its resources has never yet been defeated. Often, however, those that give in from desperation have been defeated.
We can no longer pay any heed to weariness, weakness, and delicacy. What we want, and what the intentions of our devilish enemy are, has been said often and clearly enough during the war. It does not need to be repeated. Everyone knows it. Developments have confirmed it, not contradicted it. There is no hope that the weaklings are right correct in their cowardly excuse that things will be only half as bad as we fear. If the enemyâ€™s agitation deceives us into surrender, things will be much worse than we predicted. We must draw the proper conclusions, coolly, calmly, without complaining, but also with determination. Raising the white flag means giving up the war and shamefully losing oneâ€™s life. There is no reason for doing that. To the contrary, that would only help our enemy to win a cheap victory, and for at least a while cover up the growing crisis in his coalition.
The results are easy to see. They would affect us only, and sooner or later would result in the complete destruction of our nation. No one is willing to accept that fate. We must therefore fight on, resisting at all costs, even under the toughest and bleakest conditions. We fought for years almost without risk. That was not particularly commendable. The risk was entirely on the enemyâ€™s side. They overcame the danger. Who thinks that we cannot do the same? He should buy a noose and do to himself what he thinks is going to happen to our whole nation.
We still live and breathe, and have mountains of resistance left in us that we only need draw upon. Never have we believed so passionately in Germany as today, when the Reich has before it a crisis of unparalleled seriousness. One may not judge a sick personâ€™s chances of recovery by his fevered delusions. Rather, every possible means must be used to reduce the fever and waken the bodyâ€™s natural defenses, to give the patient courage so that he does not lose the will to live. One must strengthen his defenses so that they can bring him through the critical moments. Any other behavior is foolish and dangerous. A fourteen-year-old lad crouching with his bazooka behind a ruined wall on a burned out street is worth more to the nation than ten intellectuals who attempt to prove that our chances now are nil. The fighting lad acts instinctively in the right way, the intellectuals act in a false and illogical way because they give up since things do not seem in balance.


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The Olympic Museum is a quintessential activity for visitors to Lausanne, the Olympic capital of the world and headquarter of the IOC since a century. It stands out firstly thanks to its ideal location, on the shore of Lake Geneva, in a beautiful frame with its 8000-sqm park and second thanks to the modernity of the building and of the equipment. Composed of one permanent exhibition and one temporary one, the museum is not just a presentation of the Olympic Games but tackles broader themes and offers many interactive activities.
The permanent exhibition explores three large themes, each one corresponding to a floor: the Olympic world, the Olympic Games and the Olympic spirit. The visitor gets the chance to discover mythical objects such as the first Swiss bob, the torches of every edition of the Games and the collection of every medal since 1896. The high points of the museum are the interactive activities, which allow visitors to test their agility and reflexes in different games or to interview athletes through computing technologies. Do not miss the short movie on a 180° screen: “In the heart of the race”.
The Olympic Museum offers the possibility to organize Gala evenings, cocktails or conferences. Two conference rooms for 20 to 200 pax. are at disposal. Different welcome areas such as the reception hall for 190 pax, the museum’s restaurant or the exhibition’s room are ideals for cocktails and aperitifs. Outside, the “L’Esplanade” at the center of the park and surrounded by Olympic emblems can welcome up to 400 pax. Note that the welcome areas give access to the panoramic terrace, which offers a splendid view over the Lake Geneva, the Alps and the beautiful museum’s park.
The Museum’s park is also very interesting. It hosts many art pieces, a fountain of 32 meters and diverse flora thanks to the numerous water features. To fully enjoy the park, the museum organizes activities such as slackline or a 100m race.