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Rita Delude, author of "At First Sight" in Craving: One Night Anthology stopped by today for a mini interview and an in deeper peek into her story.
- Do you consider writing a gift or a curse? Being a writer is a gift because not everyone can write well enough to entice complete strangers to read their words. Being a writer is a curse because it's a sedentary career, and since I've started writing full time, I've gained weight. But much like dark chocolate, I love it.
- What is the best compliment you've ever received as an author? The best compliment I ever received as a writer was when a reader of my contemporary romance book, Kaleidoscope, was so inspired by the book in which Alice, the protagonist, opens a quilting studio, that she created a quilted wall hanging that looks like a kaleidoscope of fabrics. My words inspired her art. I was so thrilled for both of us.
- How old were you when you have your first kiss? I was twelve when I had my first kiss. We were playing spin the bottle at a birthday party chaperoned only by an older sister. There were no parents in sight. My mom would have "killed me" if she knew. The couple who got picked went to a closet and kissed. I still remember it even though it was a very innocent touching of lips to lips. It thrills me still to think about, even though I can't even remember the boy's name.
- Do you read your book reviews? How do you deal with the "good" or "bad" ones? Yes, I read my book reviews. I bask in the good ones. If the "bad" ones have suggestions of what I should have done, I try to incorporate that into my future writing. Then, I move on. You can't please everyone in writing or in life. I feel the same about rejection letters. I take the advice of the publisher and work to improve every day.
- Do you prefer traditional paperback/hard cover books or ebooks and why? I never thought I'd say this, but I've pretty much given up on print books; I love my Kindle. I can adjust the print size, take it everywhere, and purchase books at a low cost. Yet, I'm always listening to audio books, too, especially when I quilt and drive.
To learn more about this amazing author, visit her website at: https://ritadelude.wixsite.com/mysite
Rita also gave us an in depth look in her story At First Sight from Craving: One Night…
When I first heard the theme for Craving: One Night, I was excited because I believe in "love at first" and "happily ever after." Many years ago, I fell in love with my husband on our first date—a blind date. I knew that very first night that he was the one I'd spend the rest of my life with. And I have.
Just a simple tip of a cap or an intense look, as Matthew gives to Julia when they enter an airplane can be the spark that starts a love affair. Also, Julia's sensation of being "home" and safe when they first hold hands is what I remember of my "one night," so I worked those feelings into a romantic story set on a cruise ship.
Adding humor to my work is something I normally do, so for this story Julia and Matthew take part in the Entertainment Director's version of an old TV show called The Dating Game where a lady picks a date by asking questions of three potential gentlemen and without seeing what they look like. You may laugh at some of the crazy answers the guys create to impress Julie.
Here's a snippet of humor from "At First Sight" from Craving One Night from just as The Dating Game begins:
"Folks, welcome Julia, here all the way from frigid Nashua, New Hampshire. But you're never cold on a Leisure Line Cruise in the Caribbean."
The applause was deafening.
Here goes, she thought, and read the first question in a voice that she used to get everyone's attention at meetings. People hushed.
She so wished she could wear a sign that read: "I did not create these questions!"
"Bachelor Number One, if you were a fruit or vegetable, what would you be and why?"
Bachelor Number One: "I'd be a banana, so we could have some fun peeling me."
The audience roared.
"Bachelor Number Two, if you were a fruit or vegetable, what would you be and why?"
Bachelor Number Two: "I'd be a strawberry, so you could suck its juices while drinking champagne and having the pleasure of both tastes in one."
The crowd laughed.
"Bachelor Number Three, same question, please."
Bachelor Number Three: "I'd be a long, wide zucchini to mix with your freshest salad until you were wild with desire."
The viewers were raucous.
Julia blushed. Two more questions to go and she could escape. Relax. You're here to have fun.
"Bachelor Number One, if you could take me on a first date to anywhere, where would it be and why?"
I hope you enjoy "At First Sight," and I wish you your own special "one night" with someone to love.
Want to read Rita's story and more? …download Craving: One Night for only .99¢ or for Free with an Kindle Unlimited subscription here: https://www.amazon.com/Craving-One-Night-Book-ebook/dp/B07D5JT24T/


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I'm a Junior, this is my first year on staff. I joined because it's something new and different for me to try, also this year I want to be more involved in school, which is why I joined Cheer and Newspaper class to participate in school events. For fun I like to go out with my friends. My plans after high school are to attend college and study to become a doctor.
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Ambitious, up-and-coming Republican lawmakers are making a play this week for two open leadership spots — positions that could serve as stepping stones for higher office or key committee chairmanships.
Candidates vying to become the leaders of the conservative Republican Study Committee and the GOP Policy Committee have been spending the days surrounding the midterm elections working the phones and trying to lock up support among fellow members.
On Wednesday, these candidates will get a chance to make their pitch in person as lawmakers return to Washington after last week's historic GOP victory at the polls.
But Republicans' triumph in the midterms means there won't be any larger shake-up among the top rungs of the GOP leadership structure. Speaker John BoehnerJohn Andrew BoehnerLott says lobbying firm cut ties to prevent him from taking clients Lobbying firm cuts ties to Trent Lott amid national anti-racism protests Bush, Romney won't support Trump reelection: NYT MORE (Ohio), Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy (Calif.), Majority Whip Steve ScaliseStephen (Steve) Joseph ScaliseCheney clashes with Trump The Hill's Morning Report - Republicans shift, urge people to wear masks GOP-Trump fractures on masks open up MORE (La.) and Conference Chairwoman Cathy McMorris Rodgers (Wash.) are all expected to cruise to reelection when the expanded Republican Conference huddles on Thursday.
Here's the state of play in the two contested races:
Republican Study Committee chairman
After some unfortunate circumstances, it's now a two-way race between Reps. Mick Mulvaney (S.C.) and Bill Flores (Texas) for the RSC gavel.
Reps. Andy Harris (Md.) and Cynthia Lummis (Wyo.) both dropped out of the contest after their spouses recently passed away. And while Rep. Louie Gohmert, another Texan, is running, he's not seen as a serious contender.
The RSC chairman is not part of Boehner's leadership team, but the role carries plenty of influence. Most House Republicans belong to the committee, which aims to make legislation more conservative, both fiscally and socially.
Mulvaney has backing from former vice presidential nominee Paul Ryan (Wis.) and past chairmen Jeb Hensarling (Texas) and Jim Jordan (Ohio). The South Carolina congressman said he wants to see members of the RSC "setting the Republican agenda" by spending more time debating legislation on the House floor and offering amendments.
Mulvaney has also focused much of his campaign on pushing back against outside conservative groups like Heritage Action and the Club for Growth, which have created headaches for lawmakers with their voter scorecards.
"The conservatives in Congress should be the ones who help define what it means to be conservative," Mulvaney told The Hill in a phone interview. "The guys and the gals with the voting cards who have to put their name on the line get to decide what it means to be conservative — not always outside, unelected groups."
Mulvaney is exuding confidence and doesn't mention the names of his opponents in his pitches to fellow conservatives.
But that's not the case with Flores, who said the biggest difference between him and Mulvaney is "temperament and style" when it comes to putting "conservative fingerprints" on legislation brought to the floor.
"One way is to be combative with our leadership," Flores said in a phone interview. "And the other thing to do is be collaborative with our leadership. Go to our leadership and say, 'Hey, if you work with us and give us these things that we need, then we can help you bring along 160, 170, 180 votes.'
"And I would hope to sit down with the leadership and do that," the Texas congressman added.
While Flores is considered an underdog, one GOP source not affiliated with either camp said he has a "demographic path" to victory if he can cobble together support from the large Lone Star state delegation, other western state Republicans, defense hawks and centrists who recall that Mulvaney didn't vote for Boehner for Speaker last time.
In a strange twist, Mulvaney has pledged to vote for Boehner and the rest of his leadership team this year, while Flores is playing coy about which candidates he'll support in Thursday's leadership elections.
"I'm going to vote for the person who best reflects the values of Texas District 17," said Flores, though he said he would not oppose the conference's pick for Speaker when the full House holds a public floor vote in the new Congress. "I will not be part of any drama exercise to be disruptive on the floor in January."
Defense is a central tenet of the RSC, and Flores has been circulating a scorecard of recent national security votes that he said shows he has the strongest defense record of the three contenders.
"Bottom line is that it is still up in the air right now," the GOP source said.
During a meeting next Tuesday, the candidates will make their case to their roughly 155 colleagues. Committee members will vote during that same meeting, which will be held in the Cannon House Office Building.
Republican Policy Committee chairman
In the contest for the No. 5 job in leadership, Rep. Luke Messer (Ind.) is the favorite after getting an early start this past summer. However, a GOP source familiar with the contest said Rep. Tom Reed (N.Y.) is "getting some traction."
Rep. Rob Woodall (Ga.) is also running. He took over as chairman of the Republican Study Committee this past year after Scalise was elected as majority whip; Woodall agreed not to run for the RSC post this fall as a condition of taking the job.
Messer hopes to transition the 40-member committee from a research operation to a "working group" that produces legislation that can be presented to leadership, an aide said Tuesday. The freshman lawmaker has secured commitments from about 125 colleagues, the aide said, putting Messer right on the cusp of winning support from more than half of the GOP conference.
"My boss has put in a lot of hard work," the source said. "He's continuing to meet with members and making phone calls. We're feeling confident."
Reed and Woodall's camps see things differently. The field is "wide open" with support split evenly among the trio of candidates, said a Reed aide, who added that the New York congressman has about a dozen colleagues who have been whipping votes on his behalf.
In an email, Woodall praised his two opponents and said he didn't expect the race to be decided on the first ballot. "I am going to continue working every moment between now and then to build support for a positive outcome," he said.
While the policy committee chairmanship isn't as visible as some of the other leadership roles, it does come with a seat in Boehner's inner circle.
The outgoing chairman, Rep. James Lankford, has done well for himself: He was just elected the next senator from Oklahoma.
The three candidates vying for policy chairman will make their pitch to the entire conference in the Capitol Wednesday night, followed by a secret-ballot vote Thursday afternoon in the Cannon building. Republicans will also vote on whether to give Boehner, McCarthy, Scalise and other leaders another two years in office in that same Thursday gathering.


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Star Gold completes a decade; opening up more programming slots
Following completion of 10 years of operations, Hindi movie channel Star Gold is now opening up new programming slots to cater to a wider audience base. The channel, which contributes approximately 20 per cent of Star India's total annual revenue, intends to maintain this figure this year as well.
Following completion of 10 years of operations, Hindi movie channel Star Gold is now opening up new programming slots to cater to a wider audience base. The channel plans to refresh its looks by pepping up its slot graphics in the next six months. The logo and the branding will however remain the same.
Star Gold contributes approximately 20 per cent of Star India's total annual revenue. Speaking to exchange4media, Sameer Rao, General Manager, Star Gold, said that the channel intended to keep this figure constant over the next year as well.
According to Rao, one of the key highlights of 2009 was 'Sabsey Favourite Kaun', a property that is now in its seventh year. "In 2009, the event witnessed the maximum number of votes (nearly 1.7 crore)," he claimed.
Meanwhile, Star Gold had also ventured into creating specific genre-based slots for the first time in 2009. For instance, there was a special slot for movies in the 'Fantasy' genre. The channel plans to create more of these slots.
The core TG of the channel is youth and male viewers in the 25-34 age group. There is also substantial viewership from male and female viewers in the 10-14 age group. By creating newer time slots, the channel wants to expand its target audience. The channel is also producing two original movies targeted at kids and which will be aired post the IPL3 tournament.
Another programming change that the channel had introduced sometime back was showcasing English movies dubbed in Hindi. Although now there are dedicated channels catering to Hindi dubbed English movies, Rao stressed that Star Gold offered a better variety of movies.
The channel has also found a large chunk of viewership for their South Indian action movies dubbed in Hindi. Said Rao, "A lot of viewers from metros across India are ardent viewers of this genre of movies."
Although, Star Gold does premier some well-known movies, Rao felt that it worked better if a popular movie premiered on Star Plus. He explained, "Star Plus is a bigger platform for a popular movie as it has a very wide reach. However, some popular movies perform equally well on both Star Plus and Star Gold. The Star India network has also acquired recent blockbusters such as 'Aladin', 'Paa', 'De Dhana Dhan' and 'Rann', among others."
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Cell phones have evolved over time, and so have the batteries that power them. How many of these outdated charging myths do you still believe?
1: Charging your phone overnight shortens the life of your battery
Contrary to popular belief, your phone is smart enough to know when to stop charging. Leaving it on the charger overnight won't harm your battery.
2: You should let your battery die before you charge it
This was true of older, nickel based batteries, but the lithium ion batteries in today's smartphones perform better when they are charged. They also have a finite number of charges, so you actually want to AVOID letting your battery drain to 0%
3: Putting batteries in the fridge extends the life of your battery
This myth has been around for a long time, and is a quick way to damage your device - both extreme heat and cold can damage a cell phone battery.
4: Off-Brand chargers will ruin your phone
While they may take longer to charge, off-brand chargers aren't particularly dangerous. However, you should steer clear of knockoff chargers - always use manufacturer approved batteries and cell phone replacement parts.
5: You shouldn't use your phone while you charge it
As long as you are using a manufacturer approved charger, you can use your device as normal while it charges.
6: Turning your phone off shortens battery life
Turning your phone off will not shorten your battery life. In fact, rebooting your device can actually improve battery life.


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Has Pakistan forgotten its sense of humour?
Their media agencies happened to strike a balance by giving them an ego boost as well as a reality check.
Pakistan lost against India in their opening World Cup match, but that did not affect the love I have for my team. My support does not depend on them winning or losing.
Having seen all the criticism directed at our team, I couldn't help but wonder what the morale of our team must have been. I mean, realistically speaking, three of our key players, Saeed Ajmal, Muhammad Hafeez and Umar Gul aren't playing. That will obviously affect the outcome of our team. That isn't an excuse, the fact that until the very beginning of the World Cup, our team was relying on these players. It's great that we are positive and hope our team wins but to expect that they will win, and then curse them when they don't manage to do so, is unfair. Unfortunately, my opinion is not shared by the millions of other Pakistani cricket fans.
An example of this is the anger that ensued after the "kab phorain ge" advertisement was aired on Star Sports. Knowing full well that the ad was made in good humour, many Pakistanis requested that the video be taken down. To all those angry souls out there, let me tell you that we were eventually avenged.
The reaction of the Pakistani supporters went from angry to completely stark raving mad.
Pakistan's rejoinder to the Star Sports ad "reaches its lowest point when they call Team India chukka."http://t.co/JJu4Nebc5B— Benazir Shah (@Benazir_Shah) February 14, 2015
Just recently, Star Sports also aired an Indian ad regarding their match against South Africa. This time around, the joke was on India (even though it was an Indian production) given the fact that India has never defeated South Africa in a World Cup match. Statistics prove so.
And the general reaction of Indians on twitter:
So India has never beaten South Africa in a world cup.. Let's see what happens now. Btw loved Star sports ad. #cwc15 #cricket— فروا | Ferwah (@iamFerwah) February 17, 2015
Nice to see @StarSportsIndia reminding us that we never beaten South Africa in WC cricket!! Same kind of ad :D— ArunAshok (@arun661) February 16, 2015
Here again, a question comes to mind: Would Pakistan have done something like this? Do we have the capacity to laugh at ourselves?
After seeing this page, I feel the answer would be a no.
The new South Africa-India ad managed to highlight the weakness of the Indian cricket team without demoralising them. That's quite a feat. Rather than our media, celebrities, and fans spurring hate towards our team, let's learn to highlight their capabilities as well as their flaws in a more creative and respectful manner, rather than an attitude that screams "we hate you, you suck!"
So even though the advertisement against Pakistan glorified the Indian team, the advertisement regarding the South African team brought them back to earth. Their media agencies happened to strike a balance by giving them an ego boost as well as a reality check.
In Pakistan, an extreme opinion emerges towards our team – either we love them or hate them. In our quest of love for them, we place them on a pedestal and glorify their existence; but in our tirade of hate, we pummel them to the ground and don't bother with them.
Have we not heard of the term "moderation"?


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Man Group to pay £25m for company focusing on weather derivatives
Man Group, the world's largest listed hedge fund firm, is set to pay £25m for a 25% stake in Nephila Capital, a fund firm that focuses on insurance instruments such as weather derivatives.
The investment, which follows Man's purchase of 50% of credit specialist Ore Hill in March, comes as the increasingly competitive hedge fund industry hunts for sources of extra return not correlated with traditional markets.
Bermuda-based Nephila, which manages around $2.4bn in assets and employs 25 staff, specialises in insurance-linked securities (ILS), catastrophe bonds, insurance swaps and weather derivatives, Man said in a statement on Friday.
The minority stake will be part of Man ECO, the firm's multi-strategy private equity manager which specialises in environmental finance.
The investment will be funded from Man's existing resources.
Last week Man Group chief executive Peter Clarke told Reuters it would use some of its $1.5bn surplus cash to acquire stakes in other fund managers, along the lines of its Ore Hill deal, and was looking to invest in an Asian-based management firm as well as an equity-focused manager.
"This transaction further develops Man's strategy to expand the range of opportunities for our investors. The natural catastrophe and weather derivative markets offer significant opportunities for uncorrelated alternative investment returns," Clarke said on Friday.
Landsbanki analyst Ian Poulter said in a note on Friday that he rates Man a buy.
"The group continues to deliver strong and uncorrelated returns, something that we expect will enable Man to benefit from any fall-out due to the challenges currently facing many hedge funds," he said.


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22Cans next game experiment will be "the greatest cooperative effort the world has ever known".
When Peter Molyneux first introduced his plan to create 22 high-concept game experiments with the recently formed 22Cans, many were cautiously optimistic and intrigued. Since then, discussion about the team has largely revolved around Curiosity, the mystery game that ultimately only one player will be able to solve. As interesting as the idea is, there are still another 21 experiments to go once the final cube has been chipped away. Molyneux has revealed some initial hints of what 22Cans has planned next: a large-scale co-op game aptly named Cooperation.
"Cooperation is very, very different," Molyneux explained, "maybe it's not a game, or maybe you'd call it a social game ... If you think of [Curiosity] being the biggest mystery posted to the digital world, Cooperation is the biggest cooperative effort the world has ever known."
While Molyneux hasn't revealed any specifics, he noted that the game was inspired by Tug of War and will be competitive in nature. Presumably, the game will feature two massive teams using their respective numbers to complete an objective before their opponents. At the very least this will give more than one player a chance to beat the game, but beyond that, all we have is speculation.
Further information will likely be revealed following the completion of 22Cans Curiosity project, which is set to begin this September. We'll have to wait until then to find out if Cooperation will live up to its premise, or whether it will offer its own $77,800 DLC items.


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Picking a nursing home for your loved one can be overwhelming. There are numerous choices you have to make and financial decisions that can make nursing home selections a time of high stress. Regardless of your endless to-do list, it is imperative that you approach the process as prepared as possible so that you can ensure you pick the right nursing home.
First, consider the level of care your loved one needs and what type of care is most important to them. Almost all nursing home residents need some sort of assistance with their day-to-day activities. Some may require physical therapy while others need specialized care for dementia – these specific care needs will help you narrow down the list of possible facilities. You may also want to consider any religious affiliations or social activities offered at the nursing home – so that it is as suitable as possible for your loved one.
Visit the Nursing Home More Than Once
You should visit several nursing homes to get a broader perspective on the options available in Louisville and the surrounding areas. You will also want to verify if the nursing home has their Medicare certifications if your loved one will be billing via Medicare insurance. The certifications mean that the nursing home has passed the independent required inspection – ask to see that inspection document to verify it is valid.
You should visit the nursing home you are considering more than once and at different times of the day. A few things to look for during those visits include:
- The appearance of the patients – are they well groomed, clean, etc.?
- See how much staff is there during the week as well as on the weekends.
- Make sure the facility has enough staff members for each patient in the facility.
- Ensure the facility is well-maintained at all times and that there are no foul odors – which may indicate poor maintenance.
- Inquire about their food and even ask to sample that food. Ask about what dietary considerations are used when creating their menus and if they have specialized menus for those suffering from dietary restrictions.
Lastly, make sure that the nursing home location is convenient for you and other family members to visit frequently. Also, any emergency contacts listed with the nursing home should be within a short driving distance from the facility.
Be on the Lookout for Signs of Neglect or Abuse
When you visit your loved one, always be on the lookout for signs of nursing home neglect or abuse – such as bedsores, unexplained cuts/bruises, malnutrition/dehydration, etc. If you recognize any of the symptoms of abuse, remove your loved one and contact the authorities right away.
Speak with a Louisville Attorney Regarding Nursing Home Abuse
Nursing homes are often understaffed and underfunded, but that is no excuse for the poor treatment some facilities give to their residents. If your loved one is the victim of nursing home abuse, contact Gladstein Law Firm, PLLC today. We have helped numerous nursing home abuse victims receive compensation for their injuries, pain and suffering. Call us for a free consultation at 800-991-0474 or fill out an online contact form with your questions.


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OUR Executive team
Managing Partner
Rebecca Faust
One of the founding partners of Rack & Riddle Custom Wine Services, Rebecca brings over 25 years of experience in the industry to Rack & Riddle.
Raised amid the vineyards of Sonoma County, it was a natural fit for Rebecca to pursue a career in wine. Rebecca is known for championing superior-quality wine made in the Méthode Champenoise tradition.
After graduating from Sonoma State University with a business degree, she first discovered her passion for wine while working for Deloitte & Touche. She then worked for the prestigious domestic sparkling wine brand Piper Sonoma as financial controller, and eventually became CFO at Lambert Bridge Winery.
Having an entrepreneurial spirit, she answered the call in 2007 to co-found Rack & Riddle along with Bruce Lundquist; shortly thereafter she founded Breathless Wines with her sisters. Rebecca is thrilled to work with sisters Sharon and Cynthia to create sparkling wines that help people celebrate and remember those moments in life that leave you breathless. Breathless Wines is a memorial to their mother, Martha, who understood the importance of living life to the fullest. Breathless supports bringing awareness to the disease that afflicted their mom: Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency.
Rack & Riddle is proud to be among only 10 percent of California wineries led by women. In 2013, Rebecca was recognized for her contributions to business, the community and the wine industry as recipient of the NBBJ's "Women in Business" award.
Rebecca lives in Healdsburg, California with her husband, Allen, where they raised their three children: Daughter Jessica, mother of granddaughter Harlow, and sons, Mark and Max.
Managing Partner
Bruce Lundquist
Focused as one of the owners of Rack & Riddle, Bruce has spent most of his career associated with natural resource and agricultural-based industries. He has been active in the wine industry for more than 22 years. First as the General Manager at J Vineyards, then as a partner at Longboard Vineyards before founding Rack & Riddle with Rebecca Faust in 2007.
Prior to his foray into wine, Bruce was controller and treasurer at Tillamook Cheese in Oregon before moving to Petaluma, California and serving as CFO at California Gold Dairy Products.
Bruce is a board member of Family Winemakers of California (FWC), an association dedicated to the advocacy and success of its winery members. Bruce uses his role to help support legislation, regulations, and business opportunities beneficial to the California Wine Industry.
Bruce resides in both Oregon and California with his wife Denise. They have raised six children: Amie, a Linfield College graduate and elementary teacher in Oregon; Emily, a UCLA graduate who works for L'Oreal in web writing and media development; Aaron, an engineering graduate from the University of Portland currently employed in Wilsonville, Oregon as a project manager; Adam, a North Central College graduate who is seeking his PhD at USC; Caleb, a North Central College Graduate now working in McMinnville, Oregon, and Molly, a nursing major at the University of Portland who graduates in 2020.
When not at Rack & Riddle, Bruce spends his free time gardening, paying for his kids' college debts, and awaiting his next visit with granddaughters Audrey, Finley & Grace.
Bruce holds degrees from Linfield College, the University of Portland, and the Wine Executive program — UC Davis.
General Manager
Mark Garaventa
As General Manager at Rack & Riddle Custom Wine Services, Mark Garaventa delivers strategic and tactical growth initiatives across Rack & Riddle's portfolio of business units.
He oversaw the successful rollout of the Rack & Riddle brand, as well as the Major League Baseball sparkling wine—both have enjoyed unprecedented success across a variety of markets.
His most recent accomplishment was launching the 6 Bar wine brand, a volume-priced addition to the Rack & Riddle family of brands that fills a need in the marketplace for brokers, distributors and retailers seeking a premium bubbly that over delivers.
With a unique background in sales, marketing and financial development, and a drive to be an integral part in the growth and development of a promising company, Mark has enjoyed his role over the past seven years helping shape Rack & Riddle into an award-winning winery and custom crush facility.
Born and raised locally, Mark brings 25-plus years of senior management experience and leadership to Rack & Riddle. Having hit the ground running since earning his degree from St. Mary's College in 1988, Mark possesses talents and experience ranging from working in a family business in the 1990's to running national sales for a large corporation. Mark's business acumen and consistency are a natural fit with the team at Rack & Riddle.
As Managing Partner Bruce Lundquist said, "Mark has taken us into the next tier as a business—helping us to exceed our clients' expectations in every capacity. He is a natural fit with our boots-on-the-ground approach to doing business and we are lucky to have him, as are our clients."
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Ambassadors and general consuls from many countries, along with experts from the wine industry in Viet Nam attended the event, which was co-organised by the South African Embassy, the South African Honorary Consul in HCM City, Do Thi Kim Lien, the South African Wine Association, and others, to mark the 20th anniversary of diplomatic ties between the two countries.
According to Kgomotso Magau, the South African Ambassador in Viet Nam, being the world's eight largest wine producer, South Africa's wine volume accounted for four per cent of the world wine market last year.
Martyn Mill, a wine producer from South Africa, said wine consumption is increasing in Viet Nam, providing a good opportunity for South African wine producers and exporters.
A similar event was also organised in Ha Noi. — VNS


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This topic has 7 replies, 4 voices, and was last updated 2 years ago by Bill Nelson.
June 13, 2018 at 7:39 am #22288
I have tried exporting data to ldif file with below command and got the error.
[[email protected] bin]$./stop-ds
[[email protected] bin]$ ./export-ldif \
> –includeBranch dc=example,dc=com \
> –backendID userRoot \
> –port 4444 \
> –ldifFile /data/app/backup.ldif
Password for user 'cn=Directory Manager':
You have provided options for scheduling this operation as a task but options
provided for connecting to the server's tasks backend resulted in the
following error: 'Connect Error'
I have followed this docs – https://backstage.forgerock.com/docs/opendj/3/admin-guide/#chap-import-export
Any help on this would be appreciated.
SrinathJune 13, 2018 at 7:51 am #22289Mark CraigParticipant
Hi Srinath,
If you first stop the server first, then don't provide the port number. You get a Connect Error when the tool tries to connect to the administrative port 4444 on the server, which is not running.
Run the task offline instead as shown in step 1. of the procedure To Export LDIF Data. In your case:
export-ldif \ --includeBranch dc=example,dc=org \ --backendID userRoot \ --ldifFile /data/app/backup.ldifJune 13, 2018 at 8:03 am #22290
Hi Mark,
Thanks for the quick reply. I have executed the command you have mentioned and resulted with different error.
[13:55][[email protected] bin]$ ./export-ldif \
> –includeBranch dc=example,dc=com\
> –backendID userRoot \
> –ldifFile /data/app/backup.ldif
Password for user 'cn=Directory Manager':
The port argument does not have any value that may be retrieved as an integer
See "export-ldif –help" to get more usage help
SrinathJune 13, 2018 at 9:16 am #22291Rob MatthewsParticipant
Hi Srinath,
Are you using a double dash before the option? It looks like a single but the forum seems to edit a double in to a single.
June 13, 2018 at 9:23 am #22293
- This reply was modified 2 years ago by Rob Matthews.
Thanks for the quick reply Rob. I am using the double dash before the option and below is the command executing.
$ ./export-ldif \ --includeBranch dc=example,dc=com \ --backendID userRoot \ --ldifFile /opt/app/opendj2.ldif
srinathJune 13, 2018 at 2:36 pm #22299Rob MatthewsParticipant
How strange, I've copied and pasted the command it worked ok for me. You could try an online export to see if this works –
export-ldif \
–port 4444 \
–hostname opendj.example.com \
–bindDN "cn=Directory Manager" \
–bindPassword password \
–includeBranch dc=example,dc=org \
–backendID userRoot \
–ldifFile /path/to/backup.ldif \
–start 0 \
–trustAllJune 13, 2018 at 2:45 pm #22300
Thanks for the quick reply Rob. It worked for me with online export ldif.
./export-ldif \ --includeBranch dc=example,dc=com \ --port 4444 \ --backendID userRoot \ --ldifFile /opt/apps/opendj2.ldif
SrinathJune 13, 2018 at 3:30 pm #22302Bill NelsonParticipant
I'm not saying this is the case, but I have seen this behavior from time to time when I have the tools.properties file populated (and forget about it) or when someone has set this on the running instance (and I am not aware of it). I have gotten into the habit of specifying
--noPropertiesFilein my commands unless I specifically want to use defaults. This, of course, forces me to specify all the properties in the command line, but at least I can see them (and possibly where the issue is).
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Last night I spent nearly three hours writing the recipe to a single business challenge for, How to Lead by THE BOOK. I'll certainly need to pick up the pace a bit if I expect to finish the book on time! However, the challenge was a big one: Is it right to hold leaders more accountable and to a higher standard than followers? I provided numerous reasons why this must be the case. One of the many areas I listed as being necessary for a higher degree of expectation and accountability for leaders was in the realm of emotional control.
Controlling one's emotions and responding maturely to provocations, lies, gossip, and other attacks is essential for anyone, but particularly for leaders. When provoked by evil, it is important to apply Romans 12:21. This verse is often misunderstood and applied with a misguided expectation for how the perpetrator will respond. Here is what the verse says: Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good. 1 Peter 3:17 reminds us, For it is better, if it is the will of God, to suffer for doing good than for doing evil.
Overcoming evil with good does not necessarily mean that a mature and productive response to an attacker will overcome the evil in him or her. Rather, it assures you that by responding to evil with good you will overcome the evil in you! When you respond productively to evil done to you: by not seeking vengeance and by deciding to forgive, you overcome your own tendencies towards evil: becoming bitter, resentful, angry, vengeful and the like. You have no assurance that your "good" response to evil will change or overcome anything evil within the perpetrator. Maybe it will. Maybe it won't. But you can rest assured that it will snuff out the evil within yourself, that left unchecked, will cause you to sin in your response.


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X11 on Windows
In order enable a remote Unix/Linux machine to display X11 (X Window System version 11) application windows on your Windows PC desktop, an X11 server application must be running on your Windows PC.
Several X11 servers for Microsoft Windows are available, and the easiest to use is MobaXterm.
MobaXTerm for Windows users
Go to the MobaXterm Homepage and click Get MobaXTerm Now. Choose the free Home edition. You can choose between a portable version and an installable version, we have only tested the portable version but expect that both work:
- Download it.
- Unpack the ZIP file.
- You can now move the executable to wherever you want, e.g. your desktop or onto a USB stick so you can use MobaXterm from other Windows machines.
Logging in the first time
When you run the program the first time you just need to write the name of server in the Quick Connect field in the upper right corner, then press enter:
- A new window opens.
- Choose the connection type SSH on the top bar.
- Specify your DTU user name in the corresponding field.
- A terminal tab now opens in the original MobaXTerm window, and you are asked to type the password.
Logging in next time:
- MobaXTerm remembers your settings. Just click on the server name under Saved Sessions.
Please note that MobaXTerm also gives access to the files on the server, so you can transfer files to your own computer if you so desire.
Installing Xming
NOT recommended any more.
These instructions appear to be working in Windows 7 and Windows 8:
- Go to the Xming web site, and download it.
Run the installer. On the second or third dialog it asks which kind of PuTTY link client you want to use. If you already have PuTTY installed, the choice does not matter much, if you do not you should choose Portable PuTTY SSH link client.
- Then it gives you options for making desktop icons, you don't need strictly need them, but the Xming icon is useful if you log in with PuTTY.
- Before clicking Finish you should unselect "Launch Xming".
Logging in with a remote xterm
Logging in the first time:
- Start the Xlaunch program from the Start Menu (in the Xming sub-menu).
- Select "Multiple Windows". Click Next.
- Select "Start a program". Click Next.
- Change the program from xterm to xterm -ls (that is a minus, and the letters l and s). Select "Using Putty" in the "Run Remote" box. In the field "Connect to computer" you write the name of the machine you want to connect to. Also fill in "Login as user" and "Password". Click Next.
- On the dialog "Parameter settings" leave everything as it is. Click Next.
- Click "save configuration" and save the configuration on the desktop, e.g. under the name of the computer you are logging onto. You MUST specify the full file name ending in .xlaunch, i.e. "niflheim.xlaunch". DO NOT SAVE YOUR PASSWORD!!!
- Click "Finish". A terminal window opens where you are logged onto the remove machine. You most probably get two warning dialogs stating that a configuration file cannot be read, and asking to confirm a cryptographic key. Just click OK, they only appear the first time.
If you are unable to connect (only a short popup appears) and the Xming log file contains (accessible by right click options from the Xming icon menu):
Duplicate invocation on display number: 0. Exiting
make sure to close the running Xming instance, and execute the .xlaunch file to open a session.
Logging in the second time or later
Execute the .xlaunch file you saved. You are then asked for the password.
When logged in
When logged in, an xterm window running on the remote machine will open. Any other graphical program you start will also display on your local PC
Warning: Note that if you close the initial xterm window, the connection to the X server is partly broken, and new programs will be unable to start. Running programs will continue to work, and the X server will shut down when the last window is closed.
Logging in using PuTTY
First time, set up the connection:
- Double-click on the Xming icon to start the server (or start it from the Start Menu)
- On the session tab, fill in the host name of the ssh gateway.
Then choose Connection / SSH / X11 and check the "Forward X11 button". Also fill in the X display location, it should be :0 (that is a colon followed by the digit zero).
- Return to the session tab (the first), fill in a name in the field "Saved sessions", then press Save.
- Press the Open button to log in.
Second time or later:
- Start PuTTY
- Double click on the name of the saved session.
When logging out from PuTTY, the X server remains running, and can be used next time you log in.
Xming server on a USB stick
If you need to access Niflheim when traveling, it can be useful to have the X11 server on a USB stick. To do this, you should choose the "Portable PuTTY SSH link" option when installing, as the normal version of PuTTY will alter the Windows registry, and that may not be allowed (nor desirable) from a USB stick.
Just copy everything from the Xming installation directory Program Files\Xming (10 MB) into a directory on the USB stick, and then run Xming from there.
You can now use the X server directly from the USB stick on other computers, without installing anything. Just click on the Xlaunch icon.


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Recently, the classifieds website Backpage was banned from using American Express, MasterCard, and Visa, loudly.
The reasoning behind this is that the site is used for sex workers to find customers. The site is said to sell millions of classified ads to women in the United States, and a sheriff in Illinois instigated the shutdown. Before that, MasterCard and Visa had no problem processing transactions for Backpage.
Backpage began accepting Bitcoin at some point, and now it is the only form of payment that works for the website. Of course, the Bitcoin network cannot be shut down. But if you investigate the site, you do see that it is used for sex work largely. These sections are the most active. Then the question becomes: is this a liability or an opportunity to shine for Bitcoin? In essence, how should the Bitcoin community react?
Also read: Bitcoin Wallet and Exchange Coin Cafe Refuses Backpage Users
Being that the community is largely libertarian in nature, the response will likely be positive. In the end, it doesn't matter how these people make their money. What matters is that there is only one reliable way left to process online payments. The Dutch company that owns Backpage has repeatedly said it is not specifically trying to facilitate sex work, but it will also not censor paying customers who are not saying things that are illegal. The ads, after all, are often carefully worded to be informative and innocuous.
So, many see this as an opportunity. Still others will readily point out that this will bring on unwanted attention to Bitcoin, that we will then be subject to being, basically, a community around money for sex and drugs. The community could be defined in harsher terms, even, but not if it were to find some other killer application. Censorship resistance is, after all, not the only feature of Bitcoin. Therefore what needs to happen now is that companies that have a stake in the future of Bitcoin need to start developing around the idea of giving a positive image to the currency.
In the mainstream media, bringing up Bitcoin allows you to bring up the Silk Road. Mixing drugs and prostitution just makes sense, and it doesn't matter if these things would go on regardless of Silk Road or Backpage. It doesn't seem to matter. What seems to matter is that bitcoins were used in these transactions, or in the case of Backpage, could be used. That's the worst part. At least with the Silk Road, where Bitcoin became the equivalent of digital drug money, bitcoins were being used. With Backpage, it's just something the mainstream media noticed, that Bitcoin was an accepted payment method.
Bitcoin, of course, will not shut Backpage down. After all, if you have cash in your pocket, it doesn't stop being cash just because what you're doing is illegal or someone with a lot of power doesn't want it to work for you. It's still cash until it is destroyed, and it is the same truth with Bitcoin.
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Billionaire Mark Cuban isn't ruling out a run for President someday, but had a harsh message for the thousands of Democrats who are seemingly running to unseat President Donald Trump in 2020.
Cuban, the star of "Shark Tank" and owner of the Dallas Mavericks, would consider a run for President as an independent, but it would take a "perfect storm" situation for that to happen.
His most interesting statement, however, came when he assessed the current crop of Democratic presidential candidates. He had a sobering dose of reality for the current hopefuls, highlighting many of the same problems that sunk Hillary Clinton.
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In an interview with Scott Wapner on CNBC's "Fast Money Halftime Report," Cuban was asked about the possibility that he would run for President. "We'll see what happens," he said. "I've said it many times, it would take the perfect storm for me to do it."
Cuban said his personal life would be the main obstacle to running for president. "You know the definition of bad parenting is running for president when you have three young kids — 9, 12 and 15 — so there are some things that could open the door, but I'm not projecting or predicting it right now."
When the talk turned to Democrats, however, Cuban showed the harsh candor that has made him a controversial and polarizing figure.
"Who do you think on the Democratic side right now has the best chance against President Trump," Wapner asked, prompting Cuban to answer with "nobody right now," throwing a wet blanket over the dozens of candidates who have joined the political fray.
"There's nobody that stands out," he bluntly answered. "If you look at the Democratic field, it's all politicians. And politicians are the least trusted of every profession, and so, you know, it's just, it's too early to tell."
The only Democrat he seemed to give any chance to was former Vice President Joe Biden. "I like Vice President Biden; I think he's smart," Cuban said. "I think he could do a decent job, but I think it's way too early to tell."
Cuban dismissed the crop of career politicians running against Trump, pointing out that the New York real estate tycoon crafted a populist message to upset Hillary Clinton. "I think what people are missing is you know if you look at why people voted for Donald Trump, in my opinion, it was because he was, first and foremost, it was because he wasn't a politician," he said.
Cuban also seemed to address the candidates who are veering to the radical left, by endorsing a centrist approach. "I still think there's a real opportunity for somebody who is, you know, in the middle, has some charisma, has the ability to relate to both sides but is not a politician. The reality is people don't trust politicians, Period. End of story," he said.
"It's hard to look at the ideas the Democratic candidates are proposing and think that they are there any more than just as headline porn to get attention," Cuban said. "I don't think they believe what they're proposing is passable."
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Evolving Relationship with Charles Cole Memorial Hospital to Benefit Area Patients
Erie, PA – For the third time, Hamot Medical Center has been recognized as one of the 100 Top Hospitals in the U.S. by Thomson Reuters. The award is based on the overall organizational performance. Hamot is the only hospital in the area to ever receive this recognition.
"Receiving this achievement multiple years validates Hamot's constant commitment to our high patient safety and quality standards," Hamot President and CEO John Malone said. "What an incredible recognition for all of our employees, who work hard every day to ensure that Hamot remains among the nation's best. I'm proud to work with such dedicated people."
The Thomson Reuters 100 Top Hospitals®: National Benchmarks study is based on the 100 Top Hospitals National Balanced Scorecard that evaluates performance in nine areas: mortality, medical complications, patient safety, average length of stay, expenses, profitability, cash-to-debt ratio, patient satisfaction, and adherence to clinical standards of care. The study has been conducted annually since 1993.
"The 100 Top Hospitals winners raised the bar again this year, delivering a higher level of reliable care and greater value for their communities and payers," said Jean Chenoweth, senior vice president for performance improvement and 100 Top Hospitals programs at Thomson Reuters.
Earlier this year, the board of directors at Charles Cole Memorial Hospital approved a collaboration plan with Hamot involving several clinical programs. Recent additions to the Charles Cole medical staff through this collaborative effort include prominent specialist physicians Steven Herrmann and James DeMatteis.
The work plan also includes the deployment of telemedicine technology which allows patients to access their Hamot specialist physician in Coudersport, improvements to the regional advanced life support transportation system and various local education programs.
"We are pleased to be affiliated with a world class hospital such as Hamot," said Ed Pitchford, president and chief executive officer, Charles Cole. "By working together, we believe we will improve patient care in the region and keep as much care local as possible."
To conduct the 100 Top Hospitals study, Thomson Reuters researchers evaluated 3,000 short-term, acute care, non-federal hospitals. They used public information - Medicare cost reports, Medicare Provider Analysis and Review (MedPAR) data, and core measures and patient satisfaction data from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Hospital Compare data set.
What does this recognition mean?
If all Medicare inpatients received the same level of care as patients treated in the winning hospitals:
• More than 107,500 additional patients would survive each year.
• Nearly 132,000 patient complications would be avoided annually.
• Expenses would decline by $5.9 billion a year.
• The average patient stay would decrease by nearly half a day.


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Journalist Sam Quinones on Mexico and trumpeter Chico O'Farrill on this edition of Fresh Air. This Friday, George W. Bush embarks on his first presidential trip outside the US. He will travel to Mexico to meet the new president of Mexico, Vincente Fox. We talk about Mexico with Journalist Sam Quinones. He has been covering Mexico for 7 years. His new book is called, True Tales from Another Mexico: The Lynch Mob, the Popsicle Kings, Chalino, and the Bronx. Quinones has appeared in the Los Angeles Times, Baltimore Sun, LA Weekly, and Ms. Magazine. Composer arranger and trumpeter Chico O'Farrill's music combines American jazz with the rhythms of Cuban/Latin Music. The 79-year old's latest CD is called Carambola. (Broadcast Date: February 13, 2001)
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Boost your confidence & Beat self-doubt in workplace
- Do you feel like no-one is talking to you in the workplace?
- Do you feel like no-one trusts your decisions in the workplace?
- Do you stumble over your words when talking to some people?
- Do you put yourself down in front of others?
- Do you have a fear of failure?
Sometimes, lack of confidence and self doubt can arise from past experience – perhaps negative communications from family, teachers or school children. Then you from this point, you carry around with you a negative voice in your head that stops you speaking in meetings, making effective decisions and voicing your opinion. Whatever, the cause, it is important to overcome these feelings if you plan to progress to a leadership position.
Take action today. Boost confidence & Beat self-doubt
When are confident you will be able to inspire others to be confident in your decisions. You will be able to motivate and inspire those around you. You will enable others to visualise your ideas and to be engaged by you. You will easily persuade other to trust you. Sound great doesn't it?
Five steps to boosting your confidence and Eliminating self doubt
1. Focus on your strengths and values
What makes you get out of bed in the morning? What is really important to you? Where do you want to be in five years time? Write down five things that are really important to you in life; these are your core values. Popular core values are authenticity, adventure, community, challenge, achievement. Its important that these are unique to you so when you look at them, you feel connected with them and are more likely to remember them. When you find yourself in a situation, where you begin to self-doubt, remember your core-values. No-one else has these, they make you different. Write your core-beliefs in a notebook if you find that easier.
2. Don't put yourself down – in your head and to others
For those of you that do put yourself down, and I used to be one of them. Stop now! It is simply a habit you have gotten into and you need to break that habit by slapping your hand when you catch yourself. With practice, you will become aware of when you are putting yourself down; Write down what you say, when you do this and who do it with. Is there a pattern? How are you feeling when you say it? It's important to think back to your best qualities, values and beliefs and your successes to date. In order to call upon these successes when needed, I recommend saying them daily every morning and nighttime before bed, so they become second nature.
3. Positive affirmations
I was dubious when I learned of this, but the effects are amazing. The trick is to keep up the good work. If you have a negative voice in your head telling you that you get nervous when talking to a particular person, then reverse the message: say "I feel confident when talking to …"
Here are some examples:
- Negative voice: "I can't do that" Affirmation: "I can accomplish anything I put my mind to"
- Negative voice: "I'm fed up" Affirmation: "I enjoy life to the fullest"
- Negative voice: "No one listens to me" Affirmation: "I stand up for my beliefs, values and morals"
4. Stop comparing yourself to other people
Comparing yourself to another another colleague is a sure way to knock your confidence. Everyone is unique in their own way. Remember your core values – chances are the colleague you are comparing yourself to wants to be more like you. There will always be someone in your workplace who is smarter, more confident, always says the right thing … Instead of focusing on them, focus on your strengths. How can you use your core value to add to raise your profile. Effective leaders do this all the time if they want to be transformational leaders.
5. Learn from your errors
Did you know that failure breeds innovation? The airlines openly record their failures for the whole industry to learn from. Therefore, next time you make a mistake or bad decision, don't focus on that, focus on what you learned from it. Errors are normally caused by limiting assumptions, but give you an opportunity to learn and develop. So stand up, be confident and take ownership for the error and what you have learned from it. If you are working within a culture which chastises people for errors, your employer is the loser, not you.
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I wanted to personally thank you for helping on our tight schedule and getting your crew out to set our new machine. Your crew works in harmony, they know what each other is thinking and very little words had to be spoken between them, you have a great crew. I appreciate all of your help.
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Bill Halt has been great, getting into the details of what can be done to meet my schedule, and stopping in to make sure the crew is working to our expectations. Dave, the machinery mover leadman, has been on top of everything and checking in with me to be sure I'm happy with the work. Earlier today he got hold of me to explain that a small, off the shelf, light on a machine had been broken, and that they would replace it. In a world of "it wasn't me" you guys stood up and said "Sorry, we'll take care of it." Fast, accurate, stand-up guys. I'm just very impressed. You have a group of very good, very hard working people in your organization. Thank you.
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Days Machinery Movers takes the business of machinery moves and installations to core competency level. This means as a customer, that you can let your people do what they do well, and let Days do what they do well. This provides for an effective, safe, and cost-effective means of moving and installing machinery, with minimal impact and interruptions to do the business.
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We relocated our 80,000 square foot manufacturing facility to new a new location. We used Days Corporation Machinery Moving and Electrical team for the entire project. The team is extremely professional and dedicated to getting the job done on schedule and in budget. We had very aggressive time frame, the job was finished ahead of schedule.
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Leading the industry with high performance, cost-effective membrane filtration solutions for the water treatment, industrial process, and life science markets.
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AXEON Water Technologies is an expert in high volume manufacturing of membrane systems and products. Our standard product offerings include membrane systems, membrane elements, membrane housings, membrane chemicals, filtration systems, filter cartridges and filter housings.
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We supply the system or product you need – designed to meet your specific requirements – and provide exceptional customer and technical support.
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Coelogyne barbata
Pronunciation: See-loj-in-ee bar-bay-ta
Family: Orchidaceae
Common Name: Bearded coelogyne
Plant Type:
- orchid
- perennial
- bulb, tuber, corm
Height to: 18"
Width to: 18"
Bloom Season:
- early summer
- mid summer
- late summer
Bloom Description: Pure white 2" across with brown and white fringed tips
Soil Type: Moist, humus rich, best with orchid potting soil
Pests and Diseases: Spider mites, aphids and mealybugs.
Propagation: Divide when plant fills container and flows over the sides or remove backbulbs after flowering and pot them up seperately
Native to: Bhutan, n. E. India
Notes for Identification: This is an epiphytic orchid. Requires a min temp of 50ºf/10ºc and max temp of 86ºf/30ºc provide moderate to high humidity in summer source: the american horticultural society a to z encyclopedia of garden plants
Submitted by: Distantkin
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T-Mobile Confirms Testing iPhone Compatible 4G Network Near WWDC Venue
Well, there was a lot fuss going around T-Mobile's testing of iPhone compatible 4G networks a while ago. The network carrier has now come out with an official confirmation in this regard.
According to an official communication originating from T-Mobile's official circles, the network is testing its 4G network in iPhone compatible frequencies in San Francisco.
Though the news itself is interesting, more interesting things are still in store. It has also turned out that the testing unintentionally (coincidence was the word used by T-Mobile in their statement) happens at the time and venue of the World Wide Developers' Conference, which is slated to happen from June 11 onwards at the Moscone Center in San Francisco.
Though the company says the timing of the event is just a coincidence, considering the fact that WWDC is also known as the iPhone festival of San Francisco, T-Mobile will never get a better chance to test its iPhone compatible 4G HSPA+ network.
So, the company says that "while upgrading coverage inside the West side of the Moscone Center, T-Mobile has also deployed 4G HSPA+ service in the 1900 MHz band to test the live network on a small scale".
The testing comes as part of the previously announced $4 billion network modernization effort at T-Mobile.
The official statement also says that the carrier will launch 4G HSPA+ service in the 1900 MHz band in more markets by the end of the year. 1900 MHz band is compatible with iPhone, though the carrier does not carry an iPhone device under contracts so far.
However, the network has been blessed with the unlock offer from Apple for iPhones out of contract, and it claims that it has more than one million unlocked iPhones on its networks now.


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Our Lathes and Mills are equipped to handle high volume production runs holding tolerance specs typically of + - .00025. We utilize Bar Feeders and Pullers depending on the application in our Lathe Dept. In our Milling department we will build fixtures to accommodate the mating parts for fast loading and unloading of parts. We have invested in new CNC Equipment to hold tight tolerances with little to no down time for repairs to keep your products running.
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The Sino-German Meeting: The Yunnan biodiversity hotspot—its history and future threats, was held in Kunming, Yunnan on August 4-10. The meeting was funded by the Sino-German Center of the Natural Science Foundation of China (NSFC). The meeting was jointly hosted by Prof. Zhe-Kun Zhou from XTBG and Prof. Volker Mosbrugger from Senckenberg Research Institute and Museum. More than 60 scientists from China, Germany, UK, Japan and Netherlands attended the meeting in Kunming.
39 oral presentations were made during this meeting. The presentations covered such topics as paleoclimatology, paleontology, paleomagnetics, paleoanthropology, biogeography, molecular biology, evolutionary ecology and palynology. Many participants showed their recent research progress, for example, reconstructing paleoclimate and paleoaltitude using fossil plants, the new methods of paleomagnetics, reconstructing paleoenvironment and paleoclimate by isotope, the combination of molecular biology and evolutionary biology, high resolution paleoclimate reconstruction, palynology and paleofire reconstruction. The researchers not only focus on Asia and Europe, but also on other regions, even global area.
The meeting provided an excellent impetus for further Sino-German exchanges. TheParticipantsexplicitly agreed on continuing and even intensifying the existing cooperation after three-day oral presentations and discussion, because Yunnan represents a key region where the impact of past changes on biodiversity can be exemplified in order to understand ongoing and anticipated changes in biodiversity. Conclusively it was decided to set about a joint major research project focusing on biodiversity of Yunnan, as one of the actual, global biodiversity hotspots. Fruitful and intense discussions have been seen in the meeting, which increased the knowledge about the history and future threats of the Yunnan biodiversity hotspot.
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Financial Aid Information
A Powerpoint on the Financial Aid Process:
Students may apply for financial aid for all accredited post-secondary programs.
There are 3 main types of forms to be aware of for financial aid:
1). FAFSA - www.fafsa.ed.gov
- Please make sure that you are on the correct web site: this form is FREE.
- The form must be completed on-line AFTER October 1st of each year of school
- Both the student and parent must have a Financial Aid Username & Password (www.FSAid.ed.gov)
- this is your electronic signature
2). CSS Profile –
- Check with individual colleges to see if they require this
- This form is mainly for private institutions & includes more detailed financial information than the FAFSA
3). Institutional Forms
- Check with the individual schools once you submit your application for supplemental financial aid forms that they may require
The sites above will allow students to access both "free money" such as grants & merit aid along with low-cost federal loans. Please note that all students should also apply for scholarships through Naviance and by doing scholarship searches through sites such as www.fastweb.com
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Turning cages into homes: Inside the Lethbridge Correctional Centre
Lethbridge News Now
It's a grey November morning with a sharp, icy wind blowing across southern Alberta. As I drive east down the Old Coaldale Road – better known as Jail Road – towering, leafless trees stand like sentinels just inside the entrance to the Lethbridge Correctional Centre. This is where I'm spending my morning. […]
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Renewable energy jobs provide new opportunities for Alberta workers
Trades and careers in renewable energy, like wind and solar power, could play a part in easing Alberta's employment crunch — providing jobs in the near future and for decades to come. The industry says there are many oil and gas jobs and skills that will be needed as renewables begin to take off, with many workers well positioned to […]
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Cor Van Raay Agribusiness farm case competition real life agricultural exercise
Prairie Post
For the third time, the Cor Van Raay Agribusiness Case Competition that is taking place at the university of Lethbridge and the Lethbridge College Nov. 3-4 saw students and industry professionals alike coming together to explore, learn and network in the agriculture, business administration, commerce, and management sectors. […]
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Government of Alberta appoints three to Lethbridge College Board of Governors
The Government of Alberta has appointed three members to Lethbridge College's Board of Governors. Tracy Zappone returns for a second term on the board, and will be joined by first-time members Kristine Cassie and Travis Plaited Hair. "We couldn't be more delighted with the new appointments," says Kristin Ailsby, Lethbridge College Board of Governors Chair. […]
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On Wednesday morning, the N.C. Historical Commission voted in favor of a resolution not to remove or relocate three Confederate statues in Raleigh's Capitol Square.
In a response to Gov. Roy Cooper's petition to relocate the three Confederate monuments to Bentonville Battlefield — a Civil War site — the committee passed a resolution in a 3-2 vote acknowledging the statues could not be removed or replaced. The resolution was subsequently passed by the full commission 9-2. The Commission also passed a resolution to add plaques contextualizing slavery's role in the Civil War and recommended the addition of monuments recognizing African Americans.
Six petitions to relocate Silent Sam were anonymously filed to the committee, but Chairperson David Ruffin dismissed them.
Although the commission can recommend that a particular action be taken, the final decision is ultimately up to the General Assembly.
Commissioners Noah Reynolds and Valerie Johnson voted against the Capitol Square amendment, saying the monuments' oppressive symbolism did not reflect North Carolina and should be relocated.


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Destination weddings are the hottest trends of this century. Not only are they convenient to arrange, but they are also budget-friendly too. They also offer a break from the routinely traditional marriage ceremony in a church.
Providing a backdrop of the magnificent mountains, the lovely sandy beaches, historical architectures or even posh and chic modern architecture, these destination weddings can truly be called Dream Weddings In Paradise. Being surrounded by family and friends, who take time out to plan and budget for your destination wedding, makes it even more special.
Choice of destination
The choice of the destination depends on the backdrop you would want for your wedding. It is best to avail the services of a destination wedding planner for the same since they will be able to guide you regarding the
- Feasibility of the destination chosen
- Budgeting and planning for the destination chosen
- Discounts and wedding packages currently on offer at that place
- Wedding etiquettes, rules and regulations followed at the chosen place
Budgeting for your destination wedding
Destination weddings are also less costly and hassle-free. If you have to arrange your big event in your hometown, you would have to spend a lot more and take a lot of responsibilities. But destination weddings are less costly because of
Many resorts offering complimentary wedding packages: There are many resorts around the world who are famous for offering complimentary wedding packages to couples who satisfy the following criteria:
They book rooms of a specific category for about 6 to 7 nights. Since it is the most special occasion of your life, you can plan and budget in advance to satisfy this criterion.
They book a specified number of rooms together. This gets automatically fulfilled when you take along friends, family and other loved ones to be a part of the most momentous occasion of your life.
Wedding packages come with certain basic facilities included: Wedding packages offered by resorts and resort chains worldwide come with certain basic amenities and services like catering, decoration, etc. However, they are open to suggestions and also have many options. Hence you can choose which wedding package you want to avail after going through the services offered. Alternatively, you can also add any extra facilities you might want and pay them separately for the same.
With so much on offer, it would be very hard for couples to refuse to opt for a destination wedding and make near perfect memories of their Dream Weddings In Paradise.
Planning a Wedding in Australia – Tips on Selecting the Best Venue
Planning your wedding can become very overwhelming unless you know what you are doing. It is one of the main reasons why most people hire wedding planners. However, wedding planners charge a considerable amount of money, which might take the overall expenditure over your budget. When planning your wedding, the most important thing that you need to decide is the venue. There are plenty of places in Australia that offer picturesque views and gorgeous outdoor locations. However, many people have difficulty in selecting the right venue. Here are a few tips to help you out.
Choose a Unique Location
You want your wedding to be remembered for a long time to come. You also want it to be the best day of your life, and an incredible, special event. Australia is brimming with beautiful locations. One of them is Hunter Valley. Located at a distance of approximately 120 km from Sydney, the Hunter Valley runs for over 150 km. The region is famous for the many different wineries located there, which makes it a fantastic place to hold your wedding. Some of the venues in Hunter Valley that you can choose from including the Hanging Tree, the Lavender Ridge Estate, the Bracken Ridge Estate, and the Adam's Peak Retreat.
Each of these venues in the Hunter Valley is downright beautiful. The reason why Hunter Valley is a great venue for holding your wedding is that it is away from the hustle and bustle of the city, thus allowing you to relax and unwind. Moreover, the Hunter River, its tributaries and the highland areas on both sides offer amazing views.
Work with a Planning Company
There are plenty of companies in the Hunter Valley region that will help you plan your wedding in a better manner. Many of these companies have exclusive arrangements with the country's properties in Hunter Valley. Not only will these companies help you get a better rental, but they will also help you get in touch with local catering companies to make your wedding a great success.
Obviously, budgeting is a key issue when planning a wedding in a different location. Therefore, the company will discuss your budget and can show you some cheap wedding venues in Hunter Valley. Most companies generally offer quotes for 50-60 guests. However, if you are interested in planning a larger wedding, they can also accommodate up to 300 guests.
The first step is to get a quote from the company based on your requirements. Many companies have their own websites where you can request a quote and get in touch with them. This will make it easy for you to get a price estimate and decide between different country properties. Obviously, there are plenty of other variables that you will need to look out for when planning a wedding. But, a lot of your problems will be resolved once you have selected the venue.


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And now for another continent. I am using Lisbon as a base for a month with a few side trips to catch up with friends. I am staying in the Chiado area which is the older part of town. Lots of hills, charm and red and other coloured rooftops. Luckily they have quite a few "elevadors" to enable you you to get up and down some of those hills a bit faster. The one below was built at the same time as the Eiffel Tower.
the city is full of squares and many have Carioca cafes which are tiny and sell wine, beer, snacks and lottery tickets – it is a great spot to watch the sun go down and the local Fado singer do his thing. And the statue is of an old style lottery ticket seller – if you touch the ticket you are bound to win.
In Chiado I visited the church of St Rocque which as you can see was very sumptuous. There was an excellent one hour English tour for the same price as entry. Highly recommended. These pictures just show the King's private chapel. Commissioned in Portugal, designed and built in Italy, dismantled and shipped to Lisbon and rebuilt. Plenty of lapis lazuli, amethyst etc.d nothing is painted – everything you see is mosaics. It's good to be king!
Decided to do something totally different and visit the renowned aquarium which is much more about conservation than most of these and there are absolutely no shows – although there were a lot of kids I had to avoid stepping on but some were unavoidable – oh well. Note to museums of ostensibly kids things -how about some times for adults only?
Here are some inhabitants who live close to the ocean. Love the penguins.
Then there was my favourite part which were the plants beneath the ocean. The second set of photos is an underwater garden designed by the Japanese wabi sabi guru Takashi Amano. Basically this is a giant garden designed to be under the water but enabling you to look upwards at the light on the surface of the water. Hard to explain but breaktking to experience. Nature remains pretty cool.


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In Israel the Knesset has been considering a bill amending the Libel Law that critics say could muzzle the country's media if it becomes law. The Defamation Bill was given a first reading on 21 November 2011 by 42 votes to 31 after a heated debate. It has been extremely controversial in Israel and has attracted adverse comment internationally. It is difficult to see why. Read the rest of this entry »
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Cygwin users have a similar utility, "Shell Here", which lets a user open a bash (or other) shell supported by Cygwin, again via a context menu. Again, very nice - even more so, in that you get a full-featured unix shell (bash, csh, ksh, or what have you) instead of a plain Jane windows command prompt.
So... what about Mac users? I found myself missing this functionality today, went looking... and found the following script:
This lets you add a button to the Finder menu bar that will open a Terminal window in the selected directory. As an added bonus, it understands Terminal tabs - so an holding down the Apple key when you click on the button opens up a new Terminal tab instead of a new Terminal window.