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Memorable moments of 2007 in no particular order….
Kicking off 2007 by going to see The Schoolhouse Rock Live with Aunt B, Short & Fat, CLC, Mrs. Short & Fat, RUAbelle and The Butcher. Much fun.
Starting new job…new friendships with people like Susan, Cherry, Dave…interesting, new experiences. Learning more than I ever wanted to know about Sexually Transmitted Diseases and what restaurants you really don't want to eat at.
Hazel's surgery and recovery-She's doing great now.
The Holy Tara singing in public….blowing everybody away.
The Manchild becoming a guitar god.
#2's diagnosis of Asperger's.
Hearing The Police reunite over the cellphone from Mr. Smiff who saw it live and in person at the Grammy's.
Enrolling in college courses for the first time. The frustration that followed when trying to grasp fractions then the euphoria of getting it. (Not sure what the next move will be where that's concerned.)
Reunions: 20 year high school reunion with both of my high schools. People I knew from schooldays finding me on My Space and through the blog.
First face to face conversation in 18 years with the Boyfriend that I lost my innocence to (innocence lost in more ways than one). Watching him go from a 40 year old mature man and turn into the 20-21 year old boy I remember while we caught up on what we'd been doing the last couple decades. In spite of the minor awkwardness of the moment, it was a warm-fuzzy thing.
The Grascals winning Entertainer of the Year again…
My ADD diagnosis and being able to pay attention to things.
Matt Tullos becoming my pastor. The excitement at church that I've never really experienced.
Co-worker Dave leaving for another job.
Cousin Mary and Cousin Josh losing their battles with cancer and Bipolar Disorder…hope that Cousin Buddy is fighting his battle with addiction…and so far, winning.


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Feature #10016
pwstorage autodetection
I expect that once a google+ photo account is configured I can use it during subsequent darktable sessions. Right now if I exit darktable and restart it I only have the "new account" option and the google+ photo account authorization process has to be repeated.
The easiest way to reproduce is to click "logout". The "new account" remains even adter successful authentication and operations.
#1 Updated by Christian Kanzian almost 6 years ago
darktable uses your systems password storage backend (gnome keyring or kwallet) to save this login data. You need to configure and activated the password storage backend within the preferences. It is not active by default! Please check if that is true in your case and report back.
#2 Updated by Roman Lebedev almost 6 years ago
- % Done changed from 0 to 50
- Target version set to Candidate for next major release
- Assignee set to Pascal de Bruijn
- Status changed from New to In Progress
- Category set to General
Workaround has been committed - 26e9ee6f9ec794a06c293f5b1659e467a8470ed5
#3 Updated by Pascal de Bruijn almost 6 years ago
- % Done changed from 50 to 100
- Status changed from In Progress to Fixed
- Subject changed from google+ photo account is lost between restarts to pwstorage autodetection
- Tracker changed from Bug to Feature
Yes, but that will only benefit new installs. Pre-existing installs will still have to configure pwstorage manually.
Also the current implementation is rather crude, so it will work for the majority of use-cases. But it might fail on more obscure Linux desktop setups.

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The Big & Tall Ergonomic Executive Office Chair with dual layer AirGrid mesh back is a comfortable office chair for any workspace. Well built contemporary style, 400 lbs. rated office chair equipped with leather seat, adjustable lumbar support, 2-way adjustable arms and gunmetal finish base. Enjoy ergonomic posture with this office chair.
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Another fab wedding at Prested Hall in Feering, a wedding venue I am lucky enough to be a recommended supplier at. Rachel and Matthew had their wedding at Prested Hall in September and booked me to photograph it after a recommendation. Being that they currently live in Singapore quite a bit was organised from a distance which goes to show what can be done because the place looked amazing! The ceremony room looked the best I've seen it and there were beautiful touches everywhere, the marquee looked amazing too, loved the trees!
All day coverage which meant I started mid bridal preparations and stayed till shortly after first dance, as I arrived it was typical British weather, rain! Not that it affected anything, in fact it stopped every time I needed it to so we got all there family photos and portraits together outside, we even got some evening shots, hats off to Rachel for dragging her dress through the grass and getting wet feet!! Worth it though!!
Once again great to work alongside Steve Hood Films.
I'll let the photos do the talking, thanks for having me, a fantastic day and a pleasure to be a part of!


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"After saving Jody, Falcon finally catches up to Black Shadow..."
— Tagline dialogue before the Chapter start.
Black Shadow's Trap is the sixth Chapter in the F-Zero GX Story Mode.
The setting appears to take place near some Construction Yard, as there are a few small cars driving along the road, Large 'Trucks' as well, and a Building with "Storage 04" written on the side of it. There is also a crane located at the end of the Track. (See Story Details Below)
After narrowly escaping the exploding Lightning Area, Captain Falcon finally confronts Black Shadow, only to be ensnared by his magic blast! Black Shadow summons forth Blood Falcon, who then plants a bomb atop the Blue Falcon. Black Shadow then levitates Captain Falcon into his vehicle, and the Machine begins to drive along the Track. Breaking free of his restraints, Captain Falcon regains control, but is well aware of the Bomb on-board the Blue Falcon.
After racing straight through an unfinished Roadway, the Blue Falcon glides into the air. As the Captain tries to maintain control of his vehicle, the Bomb hits a Crane situated above, and is knocked off into the ocean and explodes. The Blue Falcon lands on another roadway, and Falcon himself rushes to the F-Zero Grand Prix Racetrack.
- This Chapter's missions are a reference to the movie Speed.
| Chapter #5
Save Jody!
| Chapter #6
Black Shadow's Trap
| Chapter #7
The F-Zero Grand Prix


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Dear Miniature Enthusiast,
Wow, is it really the end of the year already? Seems like we were just starting a new year yesterday but I double-checked the calendar and sure enough, were almost at the end of 2009.
This is the time when we take a look back at the highlights of the past year. Greenleaf had so many new things that its hard to know where to even begin! We saw the re-release of so many of our favorite kits that most of us were drawing names out of a hat to decide which house to build first!
Of course, the biggest news was the arrival of the laser cutter at Greenleaf. Talk about causing excitement in the miniature world! The laser cutter truly revolutionized the world of dollhouse building. The first time I built a laser cut kit I realized that it was a whole new way of looking at dollhouses.
Gina Lassales (also known as Butterflyex) of MoreMinis Blogspot joins me this month in reviewing some of our favorite dollhouse kits of 2009, both die cut and laser cut. Come and see some of the top hits of 2009 and why laser cutting has become the new darling of the dollhouse world.
Before we go to the articles, all of us at Greenleaf want to thank you for helping make 2009 such a great dollhouse year and we wish you all a very happy, healthy, and prosperous 2010.
Deb Roberts
Editor in Chief
The laser cut Rosedale Dollhouse was a
must have dollhouse on my wish list but what
Greenleaf house isn't folks? Everyone knows I can't
stop collecting Greenleaf dollhouses.
Full Story...
I'm going to tell you right up front that I'm biased about this kit. I've wanted a Brimbles Mercantile almost from the moment I opened my very first dollhouse kit box. I know it's not a Victorian Painted Lady or a cute little country cottage, but for me the Brimbles has always had a certain charm. Well, to be honest, for me it had a certain, "If I don't get one of these I will hold my breath till I turn blue" sort of appeal. Was it the roomy interior and all the cool shelves that came with it? Or was it the old country store charm of the front porch just waiting for a miniature "spit-n-whittle" club to come along? I've never been exactly sure what I found so appealing about the Brimbles but I was willing to throw a full blown hissy-fit to get one if I ever got the chance.
A front opening Greenleaf dollhouse, need I say more? I didn't think so. I was so excited when I saw that Greenleaf re-released their front opening Gloucester dollhouse that I knew I had to get it. Greenleaf came out with so many wonderful kits this year that I didn't know which one I wanted first but the front opening Gloucester was just too tempting to leave for later. It moved up quickly in my wish list and I am so happy that I got it.
What is it about lighthouses that fascinate us so much? When I built my first lighthouse (the 1:12 scale laser cut kit) it was for a friend who is a bit of an historian from Maine and an expert on lighthouses. As we talked about lighthouses in general, I listened to him describe the beauty of these man-made monoliths as they stand on rocky outcroppings over the ocean. From an architectural standpoint, the shape and design of lighthouses is glorious in its simple, yet dramatic lines. The smooth sides and clean lines make a dramatic contrast against the ever- changing contours of the ocean and the jagged rocks on which they stand.
For this month's installment, I would love to introduce
you to Casey (Caseymini). She has been a member of
the Greenleaf Forum since February 15, 2008.
Everyone enjoys reading what Casey has to say and
she has immense talent in the miniature arena.
Read more about Casey...
If you have filched more of the Formica sample chips
than you needed to make your kitchen counter tops,
here's a neat matching kitchen table! Cut four equal
pieces of 1/8" dowel the length of your table legs and
glue one 1/16" in from each corner of the extra sample
chip. If your dowel will fit the little hole in the end, drill a
small hole near the top and glue in one end of a cut
paper clip and hang a bunch of polymer clay bananas
from it.
The tip about the sample chips reminds me to remind
y'all that you can find all sorts of raw materials for
minis at your friendly neighborhood hardware store.
Besides the sample chips and the dowels and
stripwood, you can find all sorts of lovely mini copper
cookware, etc, in the plumbing section; the fasteners'
section has 4mm (and sometimes smaller) nuts and
bolts and washers for folding furniture, and take a look
at lock-washers, they make PERFECT gas stove
burner rings.
(Editor's Note: I'm sorry to say that this is the
last of Havana Holly's Quick Tips. As you may know,
Holly spends more time traveling the country with her
darling hubby than she does at home and between
cycling, kayaking, hiking and driving, her time has
become a bit limited. We want to extend a special
thank you to Holly for all the priceless information that
she has shared with us in the Gazette. Holly, you are
truly one of the most precious dollhouse resources
we know and we'll miss you!)
BoJangles has a secret dream of someday moving to
Hollywood and becoming an overnight sensation on
TV game shows. She thinks that if she can just
become rich and famous, she'll be able to buy her
human all the dollhouses she wants. Here we see
Bojangles practicing with Sharon's Limited Edition
Arthur. Go Bo!!
If you'd like to submit your pet's picture for
consideration for the Critter Corner, you can upload
pictures in the "Good Pets
acting bad!" or "Good Pets acting cute!"
galleries at the Greenleaf Forum.


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We unboxed the Nokia Asha 503. It's a 3 inch phone that 64 MB of RAM and runs Nokia's Asha operating system. The Asha 503 is available internationally for around $100 US and you can find it in the UK for around £100.
Video: Nokia Asha 503 Unboxing
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Actor Varun Dhawan got emotional on the sets of "Street Dancer". He broke down while performing for a sad number.Varun uploaded a video on his Instagram Story. A crew member asked him: "VD, you cried?"To that, the "Main Tera Hero" actor replied: "I got emotional today because I had to perform a sad song... I am better now."The 32-year-old actor also posted a series of photographs of himself along with Remo D'souza.He captioned them: "Years of emotion is expressed in a single take. Give and take is the most fun part of the relationship between a director and actor.""Street Dance 3D" is a dance drama being directed by D'souza, who helmed "ABCD: Anybody Can Dance" and "ABCD 2".The film also features Shraddha Kapoor, Prabhudheva, Nora Fatehi and Aparshakti Khurana.
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A comprehensive cost breakdown and explanation
If you're interested in bringing a pug puppy into your family, one of the most important questions you need to have answered is, "How much does a pug puppy actually cost?"
In this article, we'll break down all the important (but often overlooked) details and considerations to help you make the best decision possible for you and your family. Read on; your new companion awaits!
Table of Contents:
- The true cost of a pug puppy
- Typical prices of initial shots and vet fees
- Starting items and costs
- Factoring in the chance of a healthy pug
- Buying vs. adopting a pug
- Buying an older pug vs a pug puppy
- How a pug puppy pays you back
- What to look for in a pug breeder
- Buying a pug from us
The True Cost of a Pug Puppy
If you take a look online, you'll find there's a wide range of prices for pug puppies. For example, some are as low as $300 while some are $2,000 and beyond. (This can also range and vary based on your region and cost of living.)
At first glace, it looks like a huge difference — the high-end is over 6-times more expensive than the low end. But here's the truth you need to consider when looking for a pup prices:
All pug puppies cost roughly the same when you factor in all the hidden costs.
Let's say you a find a pug puppy at a super rock bottom price. Those pug puppies, however, rarely come with all the necessary veterinarian assurances like a nose-to-tail checkup, dewormings, or vaccinations.
Instead, you will have to take care of (and pay for) all those necessary services and procedures, which can add a big cost to the original price.
Another thing to consider is that cheaper puppies often come from parents who were forced to breed more often, which means they could be at higher risk of health problems that could rack up HUGE medical bills over the course of their lifetime.
On the other end, purchasing a puppy from highly experienced, trustworthy breeders with healthy parents and vet-signed health certifications might cost you more initially…
But chances are there are fewer expenses down the road. That's why, regardless of the starting price, the odds are everything will even out in the end.
Typical Prices of Initial Shots and Vet Fees
Puppies need a lot of care to make sure they grow up to be strong, healthy adults. Here are some of the basic vaccinations you'll need to give your dog, according to the American Kennel Club, within the first year:
- You'll need a full physical exam. This can cost between $50 – 100, depending on your area
- You'll need core vaccines. The first one is called DAPPV (Distemper, Adenovirus, Parvovirus, and Parainfluenza). This is given 3 times, which means the total cost can be about $60 – 100.
- The second core vaccine is for rabies. This costs about $10 – 20.
- There are also non-core vaccines, which are still very important and highly recommended: Coronavirus, Leptospirosis, Bordetella, Canine Influenza, and Lyme disease. Each of these require multiple vaccines, which makes the total cost anywhere from $100 – 200.
- You'll need heartworm preventives, which can cost anywhere from $35 – 100 for a 6-month supply
- You might need de-wormings, which can cost roughly $10 each
- AKC-registration is also a good idea. Their most basic one is $34.99.
|Full physical exam
|DAPPV vaccine (Distemper, Adenovirus, Parvovirus, Parainfluenza)
|Rabies vaccine
|Recommended vaccines: Coronavirus, Leptospirosis, Bordetella, Canine Influenza, Lyme Disease
|Heartworm preventatives
|$70-200 (1-year supply)
|$10 each
|AKC registration
Since puppies are usually purchased during their first few months, you'll still need to take care of some of these vaccinations and boosters no matter who you purchase from.
But it's usually better to look for a pup who's already had its first round of vaccinations, health checks, and AKC paperwork from the breeder so you know you're getting a healthy dog.
This can also save you time and money since breeders usually incorporate these costs into the price of your puppy (and because they work closely with local vets, might pay lower prices than you would on your own).
Starting Items and Costs
To provide a happy and loving home to your puppy, you need to have plenty of items and supplies ready!
Here's a quick list of things you need (with average expenses per year):
|Pug Sherpa bags
|Grooming Products or Services
|Dental Products
|Collars and Leashes
These prices, of course, can range depending on the quality and luxury you want to provide for your pug puppy.
Factoring in the Chances of a Healthy Pug
All puppies require love, care, and attention to ensure it grows up healthy and strong and pugs are no different.
It's critical to regularly take your pug to the veterinarian to get health checks and necessary vaccinations. It's also critical to make sure they get plenty of exercise, get good food, get regular groomings and teeth cleanings, and stay in a safe and comfortable environment.
At the same time, one of the best ways to ensure you raise a healthy, happy, and strong pug is to make sure you buy one that's already healthy and has a healthy and strong bloodline. That way, your pug puppy has a great start and a lower risk of genetic diseases.
Buying vs. Adopting a Pug
This is a common question for new dog owners: Should you buy or adopt? What exactly is the difference between the two and which one is the best choice for you?
Adopting generally refers to getting a dog from a shelter or rescue versus buying, which refers more to buying a dog directly from a breeder or owner.
While there are a few sacrifices you have to make, adopting is generally cheaper upfront: You might expect to pay $300–500 plus fees for a pug.
With that said, you also have to consider that shelters and rescues have a much more limited selection. You may find that the only pugs available have defects, are much older than desired, or require special medical care for instance.
Another downside is that adopted pugs generally have a higher risk of health and temperament problems, especially with rescue dogs. The reality is you don't know as much about their background than you would from a reputable breeder. And bringing home a dog who doesn't socialize well can cause lots of headaches down the road.
While more expensive, buying a dog from a reputable breeder reduces those risks. Reputable breeders raise puppies in a happy, healthy, and loving environment. They also take care to raise only a few litters a year from parents with strong, healthy ancestry.
(Keep reading to learn more about how to pick a reputable breeder)
Buying an Older Pug vs. a Puppy
With puppies, there's nothing like them — they're incredibly cute, energetic, adorable, and can melt your heart when they gaze in your eyes.
Puppies do take serious effort and dedication to raise right. You'll have to teach them, mold their behavior, keep them out of trouble, and help them become happy and healthy adults. But if you're up to the challenge, having a puppy that grows up with your family is an experience like no other.
With an adult dog, they usually have their personality, behavior, and temperament quite established. This can make them more independent, but if they have previous issues, it might be difficult to overcome them and teach new habits.
How a Pug Pays You Back
"Happiness is a warm puppy"
— Charles M. Schulz, Peanuts
It wouldn't be fair to talk about all the expenses without talking about how a pug puppy pays you back in countless, heartwarming ways.
Pugs are known for being close companions who enjoy spending their time by your side. They're also typically very sociable, easygoing, and intelligent.
But they can also benefit you! It's often said that dog owners have lower blood pressure than non-dog owners. From Harvard Medical School's website:
"Several studies have shown that dog owners have lower blood pressure than non-owners — probably because their pets have a calming effect on them and because dog owners tend to get more exercise. The power of touch also appears to be an important part of this 'pet effect.' Several studies show that blood pressure goes down when a person pets a dog."
You'll find that a pug can make one of the best friends you'll ever have. Just imagine creating countless new, magical memories with a pug puppy and forming a bond that will grow for years to come.
The question now is: How do you find a "reputable" breeder that you can trust?
What to Look for in a Pug Breeder
Some people say you should never buy a dog online, but that just isn't true anymore.
The key, however, is understanding how to recognize breeders who truly know what they're doing versus the ones who aren't. Unfortunately, with so many people searching for dogs online nowadays, there are plenty of aggregator websites and puppy mills who are trying to profit on the industry without caring for their pups.
That's why it's critical to do your homework and ensure you're getting a trustworthy breeder. Here are some key things to look for:
- Breeders should ALWAYS let you visit the facilities to meet and play with your pups in person. If they refuse or want to "meet you at a place halfway," that's a red flag.
- Breeders should socialize with their puppies at an almost daily basis. It's even better if the breeders are small families who have children who also play and socialize with the pups. This helps the pugs develop good temperament and comfort with people — that way, when you take them home, they transition well to your home without the horror stories you might hear from others.
- When you see a dog you like, the breeder should be able to provide extensive paperwork that prove the tremendous health checks they've performed (ideally signed by a veterinarian) and registration from credible organizations like the American Kennel Club.
- Breeders should be able to show you their parents and their background. If they can't or they don't have at least one of the parents available, that's not a good sign.
- If you're shopping online, good breeders not only have tons of photos and information on the dogs, but they also have videos so you can see the pup running around and enjoying themselves.
- A good breeder always stands by their dogs. Unfortunately, many breeders fail here because they don't want to be "on the hook" if something goes wrong that they could've avoided with better care. Sure, it is your responsibility to take care of your new puppy's health, but if there's something you can't control (like a genetic problem), a good breeder should have your back. As a rule of thumb, look for breeders who offer a health guarantee.
Buying a Pug Puppy From Us
By now, you have a pretty good idea of what to consider with purchasing a pug puppy. It can seem daunting to do everything by yourself — but at MyPugPuppies, we take care of everything for you.
Unlike the big aggregator sites who scour the internet to list puppies with huge markups, MyPugPuppies is a network of small, independent breeders dedicated to raising the standards of pug breeding.
The puppies we sell are raised by us on our own farms, rather than sourced from puppy mills. We socialize with each puppy daily and our kids love to play with them too — that way, you're getting a pug puppy who has great temperament and behavior.
You are always welcome to come by to meet and play with our puppies, see their parents, talk to our breeders, and see our surroundings for yourself.
Each of our pups also come with dewormings, health checks, and AKC paperwork so you don't have to worry about them. Also, since our pups usually find their new homes by 8 – 10 weeks old, they've already had the first round of all their necessary vaccinations to save you time and money.
Our pug puppies come with a one-year genetic health guarantee! That's how confident we are in taking every precaution to ensure that your puppy is healthy and well-nurtured before it goes home with you.
You can see pictures and videos of all our puppies here. Whether you need us to professionally transport your favorite puppy right to your door, or want to visit our farms in Ohio to pick out your new puppy in-person, we've got you covered!


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- T. Boone Pickens, the famed oil prospector and famed hedge-fund founder, died on Wednesday, September 11 at age 91 .
- He was the owner of Mesa Vista Ranch, one of the most expensive properties in America .
- In 2017, he put the ranch on the market for $250 million . No one has bought it yet.
- Visit Business Insider's homepage for more stories.
T. Boone Pickens, a famous oil prospector, hedge fund founder, and philanthropist, passed away on September 11 at age 91 .
Pickens had a long, successful career in business. He founded the oil and gas company Mesa Petroleum and the hedge fund BP Capital Management .
Read more : T. Boone Pickens, the 'Oracle of Oil,' Republican donor, and billionaire philanthropist, dies at 91
In 2017, he made headlines for listing his 100-square-mile ranch in the Texas Panhandle, northeast of Amarillo, for a whopping $250 million.
Keep reading for a look inside.
See the rest of the story at Business Insider
See Also:
- Mark Cuban, who just sold a majority stake in his two cable networks, owns a $19 million Laguna Beach vacation home with walls that open up to views of the Pacific Ocean. Here's a look inside.
- Alicia Keys is the previously unnamed buyer who dropped $20.8 million on a California mansion that's been compared to Tony Stark's home in 'Iron Man.' Take a look inside the clifftop house.
- Golf homes are making a comeback in the US by resorting to the same tactic luxury apartment buildings are leaning into: a wide and wild array of amenities
SEE ALSO: A private island 60 miles outside of Manhattan just hit the market for less than $1 million, and it comes with a 4-bedroom home take a look inside the property.
DON'T MISS: Bruce Willis' Turks and Caicos compound just sold at a 20% price cut and even with the price cut, it's still the second-most expensive home sale in the country's history


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Mary Oliver died today, at the age of 83 [read about it here: Mary Oliver Obituary], and the day has been diminished; the world, in fact, has been slightly diminished. If you know anything about me at all, and have read any of my work, you know how much I love Mary Oliver. I have more…… Continue reading Rest in Peace, Mary Oliver
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Creative Artistry in 2018
"Mary and Jesus," by Heidi Loening If you know me at all [or if you read this blog regularly], you know that I am a very high "J" on the Myers Briggs…… Continue reading Creative Artistry in 2018
The Christa Project
Yesterday, President Cooper-White and I took a group of students up to New York City to see "The Christa Project," an exhibit that is currently at St. John of the Divine Cathedral. It was an amazing trip, and I really loved the various pieces. I want to share a few of those here, with a…… Continue reading The Christa Project


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Cape Porpoise ME ZIP Code
Cape Porpoise city is located in Maine State, York County and has a unique zip code assigned by the US Postal Service Office.
You can search for the Cape Porpoise ME zip code by its streets and block numbers if we have some of the Cape Porpoise streets loaded in our website
Cape Porpoise Area Code is 207 and Time Zone is Eastern (GMT -05:00).
Cape Porpoise Zip Code - Maine
The US ZIP Code basic format consists of five decimal numerical digits assigned to the Cape Porpoise City. An extended ZIP+4 code, introduced in the 1980s, includes the five digits of the Cape Porpoise ZIP code, a hyphen, and four more digits that determine a more specific location within a given ZIP code in Cape Porpoise, Maine.
The Cape Porpoise Zip Code is 04014.
If you want to send a mail to Cape Porpoise City, you should use the 04014 Zip Code.
In 1983, the U.S. Postal Service introduced an expanded Cape Porpoise ZIP code system that it called ZIP+4, often called "plus-four codes", "add-on codes", or "add ons". A ZIP+4 code uses the basic 04014 Zip code plus four additional digits to identify a geographic segment within the five-digit delivery area, such as a Cape Porpoise city block, a group of apartments, an individual high-volume receiver of mail or any other unit that could use an extra identifier to aid in efficient mail sorting and delivery in Maine.


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We create original, high quality graphic design and computer graphics across an array of media. Examples of our work appear in major advertising campaigns both online and in print, on TV, in feature films, music videos, as billboards and vehicle wraps across Australia and around the world. Check out our portfolio pages here on timcamerondesign, and send us an email to find out more.
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Best Manual Testing Training in Ahmedabad | 100% Job Assistance
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- Published date: September 2, 2019
- Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India [ Ad Id - 78245 | Ad Views - 33 ]
Manual Testing is the type of Software/Web/Mobile testing where testers manually test the application without using automation tools. Tester manually conducts tests on the software by executing test cases.
The industry growth potential of software testing is very high and as such, a career in software testing could be extremely rewarding. The demand for SOA testers and Security testers has been on the increase.
Our main goal is to make sure the software is bug-free. At the end of our course, you will be assigned to work a real-time project. Once you completed the assigned project with expected results we (Experts Team from Unicode Technologies) will verify and issue Manual Certificate.
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Case Study 18: Provision of project management and cable team for carousel build, load out and testing for a long term cable storage requirement
Location – UK east coast port
Duration: 4 months
January – April 2014, RMS provided project management, carousel build-up, fabrication & commissioning, cable load out and carousel testing teams.
This involved assembling a 2000t carousel which arrived in 2 parts from a freight vessel requiring heavy lift to the permanent storage location on the quayside. Scope included carousel build, fabrication and full commissioning prior to the load out. A separate team then conducted the cable load out of 2 x HVAC export cables (spare) from the cable lay vessel for long term storage. An additional team were mobilised at a later stage for the carousel testing.
The Project Manager and Project Engineer were provided as part of the preparatory team at the clients office providing expertise for procedures, QHSE, task plans, end client meetings & liaison and thereafter to oversee operations.
The 7 man team utilised during the build phase consisted of: Foreman, 2 x carousel operators, 3 x rigger/welders, rigger
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April 25, 2019
Years after allegations of sexual abuse by USA Gymnastics Dr. Larry Nassar came to light, the scandal is still having ripple effects throughout the global sports community. The new HBO documentary 'At the Heart of Gold' takes an in-depth look at the crimes committed by Nassar and the ongoing issues impacting the Olympic Sports Committee. David Ulich and Dr. Steven Ungerleider, the producers behind the film, join Cheddar to discuss.


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As Disney World ticket prices continue to inch higher and higher, there's a tendency to forgo any additional ticket cost that is potentially expendable. The park hopper ticket option potentially falls into the expendable category.
As the name implies, adding the park hopper option to your base ticket allows you to "hop", or some might say, "visit" multiple parks for each day you have a valid ticket. For example, you can visit Magic Kingdom in the morning and "hop" to Epcot in the afternoon. A base ticket, on the other hand restricts your entry to only one park per day.
In the good ole' days, the park hopper add-on was a flat rate regardless of the number of base ticket days. Like everything else, that too has changed. At the time of writing, the cost to add park hopping to your base ticket is:
- $63.90 for a 1 day base ticket
- $74.55 for a 2 or 3 day base ticket
- $85.20 for a 4 day or longer base ticket
Expert Answers
The situational nature of this question is somewhat unique and calls for a different kind of introduction….and approach. Unlike our choosing the best value resort post where we had a clear cut answer, we attempt a "best" answer here and define it as the reason most cited by experts to buy park hoppers. In this instance, 50% of experts surveyed (18 total) say you should buy park hoppers if…
You value having maximum dining flexibility.
The idea is the park hopper's greatest upside is that your dining options aren't restricted to the first park you choose to visit on any given day. The experts explain…
The Park Hopper ticket is handy if you plan a lot of dining reservations. Park Hopper allows visitors to have meals wherever they want, even if it isn't at the theme park they first visited.
Without Park Hopper, you're forced to dedicate an entire day to a park if you want to dine at any of its restaurants.
Why would I want to Park Hop?...You like to dine at one park more than the others.
If you love dining at Epcot for dinner you can do so every night, while still touring any of the other theme parks...
If you want to spend the day at the Magic Kingdom, but come back to Epcot for a nightcap, then grab yourself a Park Hopper...
If you like the idea of..heading to a different park for a relaxing dinner and evening entertainment, the Park Hopper may be a great value to you.
If there is a possibility that you will need to dine at a restaurant for breakfast in one park and dinner inside a different park...you may want to think about the Park Hopper.
Park Hoppers give you the flexibility to keep existing reservations, even if you decide to spend most of your day somewhere else...
One big reason to have the Park Hopper Option for your Walt Disney World Tickets is to eat multiple nights in the World Showcase.
The runner-up opinion from 33% of experts surveyed (6 of 18) is that you should buy park hoppers if…
You want to take full advantage of Extra Magic Hours.
Like the consensus opinion above, the idea is there's value in the fact that you don't have to spend the entire day at the park scheduled for extra magic hours. You get the benefit of extra magic hours without the entire day commitment. The experts explain…
You may benefit from heading to the AM Extra Magic Hours and then hopping to another less crowded park during the morning.
If you have a Park Hopper, you can visit EMH and then leave the crowds behind...The most important park to utilize Extra Magic Hours at is Magic Kingdom.
With a Park Hopper you have the option of leaving [the EMH park] and heading to a less crowded park.
Take advantage of a morning Extra Magic Hour and then get out...This is a wise strategy, as the Extra Magic Hour park tends to become over crowded.
Park hopping offers a lot of flexibility for guests who don't like to be tied down to a set schedule.
Take advantage of the Park Hopper feature by exploring a [park] during EMH, then leaving once it gets busy.
Remaining expert-cited reasons for buying park hoppers include scenarios where…
28% – You are a returning visitor
22% – You are visiting either 1-2 days or 5+ days, are NOT traveling with young children, or want to maximize available park hours
17% – You ARE traveling with young children, want to revisit favorite attractions, want night time entertainment flexibility, or are visiting during less busy times
11% – You have the budget to purchase, plan to break daily, or want to maximum planning flexibility
5% – You want the max # of park visits, have a mix of children ages, want to visit missed attractions, want to purchase missed souvenirs, are visiting during busy times, value Fastpass flexibility, are visiting non-Disney parks, or are staying at a resort close to the park
Our Answer
We're in the minority here, but we think the 11% of experts who cite "maximizing vacation planning flexibility" get it the most right.
Since our family began vacationing to Disney World on a regular basis, circa early 2000s, we've always purchased park hoppers. Do we love paying even more for tickets that are already expensive? Not a chance. But we think the value add of the park hoppers is enough to overcome the relatively inexpensive price bump.
We're a family who really tries to squeeze every bit of value out of each trip – and the park hopper lets us do just that. As part of our planning process, we pick the "best" park to visit in the morning and the "best" to visit in the afternoon for any given park day – factoring in extra magic hours, anticipated crowd levels, Fastpass availability, etc. We always break to the resort mid-day for there's no additional transportation time loss in hopping. Without the park hopper, we would end up planning our trip around the Extra Magic Hours schedule…something the experts note above is not ideal.
Finally, we have park hopped so much at this point, we can't really imagine staying in one park for the entire day. We find that breaking up each day into two different park experiences (morning and evening), that the day just "seems" fuller and more varied by the time you reach the end of the day. You won't find that analysis on any other site, but it's a real thing.
Your Answer
Do you typically add park hoppers on your visits? Let us know in the poll below. Also, let us know why you do (or don't) purchase them in the comments section.


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The Best Super Bowl Commercials of All Time
Jan 31, 2013 02:02PM
By Erin Frisch
The Best Super Bowl Commercials of All Time
It's that time of year again—the Super Bowl is nearly upon us. That means friends will get together to eat and drink too and watch great football. Of course, for most people the game is the main draw. But for many viewers, the new commercials that air throughout the game are entertainment enough. Advertisers pay top dollar for a tiny slice of airtime, and they pull out all the stops to produce a memorable ad. Here are the top 5 Super Bowl commercials of all time.
The "Force" & the Volkswagen Passat. This charming ad features a young boy in a Darth Vader costume. Mini Darth tries using the Force around the house without luck. Finally, when his dad makes clever use of the Volkswagen Passat's remote start, the boy is sure he's used his powers to start the car. This ad may be newer than the others on the list, but it takes top honors when it comes to clever, cute, and memorable—plus, it touches a chord with all those Star Wars fans out there. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R55e-uHQna0#aid=P6OImWnSCkA
The Budweiser Frogs. This commercial is brilliant for its sheer simplicity. Three frogs in a swamp each contribute a syllable to croak the name of the product repeatedly (Bud-weis-er). This one catches the viewer's attention because when it first starts, it's not apparent where it's going. This charming ad was imitated by many after it aired. It not only ran for a long while after the Super Bowl but also spawned a number of spinoffs. For Anheuser Busch, these three frogs turned out to be real princes! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pVcbasIb8lQ
Betty White's Snickers commercial. In the last several years, Betty White has enjoyed a huge career boost. At the height of her comeback, she appeared in this Super Bowl ad in a game of pickup football. This ad proved to be hugely popular and has since spawned similar Snickers commercials starring Roseanne Barr, Aretha Franklyn, Don Rickles, Joe Pesci, and others. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=18ya0-OZ58s
Budweiser "Wassup!" commercial. The premise is simple. A group of friends start shouting "Wassup!" to each other repeatedly for about a minute, and Budweiser beer is apparently to blame for their stupidity. For better or worse, this commercial spawned a long-lasting catchphrase used by annoying people everywhere. While some may look back at this ad spot with dread, it's undoubtedly effective and memorable—and if you're an advertiser, that's the best you can hope for. That's why "Wassup!" earns a spot on the top 5 list. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JJmqCKtJnxM
Coca-Cola commercial with Mean Joe Greene. With a name like Mean Joe Greene, you're not likely to have a reputation as being approachable. That doesn't stop a young fan from giving his Coke to the legend, who tosses the lad his football jersey in return. This commercial has heart, and it's been parodied numerous times (recently by Steeler Troy Polamalu in a hilarious Super Bowl commercial of his own). When you consider that Mean Joe Greene's version originally aired back in 1980, that kind of longevity is priceless—and reason enough to be on this list. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xffOCZYX6F8
No matter who wins the big game, all the great commercials add to the festivities. It's a make-or-break situation for many companies, and they'll pull out all the stops every year to create a memorable ad that catches consumers' attention. Some efforts will succeed, and others will fall flat. Either way, it's always fun to see what they'll come up with next. With the big game right around the corner, this list may be updated next year.


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The FIFA World Cup™ semi-finals are almost here and all four nations are deep in preparations for their shot at reaching the final.
France takes on Belgium on Wednesday morning (4am AEST), with England and Croatia doing battle 24 hours later.
READ: Caltex Socceroos defender seals Saudi Arabia move
RUSSIA WATCH: Croatia defender receives warning from FIFA
We've got all the news for the final four teams in our Russia Watch.
Ashley Young believes England's relatively comfortable quarter-final win over Sweden could give them the edge in Thursday's (AEST) semi-final clash against Croatia.
While England made light work of the Swedes, Croatia have had to rely on two penalty-shootout wins in their knockout matches (against Denmark and Russia) to reach the last four.
"I think physically it's demanding, to go 120 minutes then have to fly back to the base as well," Young said at a press conference.
"We felt that and they have done it twice, so it could be major advantage, but we know it'll be tough.
"We need to be mentally prepared to go the distance."
Young added: "There's a lot to play for and I've said all along the team spirit is fantastic.
"We've got a great chance [of winning the World Cup], we've put ourselves in a great position to win it."
Croatia attacker Mario Mandzukic is a fan of England keeper Jordan Pickford but told the shot-stopper to expect a "surprise" in Thursday's (AEST) semi-final.
Pickford, 24, has played a key role in England's surge to the last four, making a superb save in the penalty-shootout win over Colombia as well as denying Sweden time and again in the quarters.
But Croatia has shown they have plenty of different threats in attack, with eight different scorers so far in Russia.
And Mandzukic expects his side to show the firepower to get past the England custodian.
"We've seen he's doing really well. [But] we've shown all members of our team are dangerous, so I believe someone will find a way to surprise him," Mandzukic said.
"He's [Pickford] shown great potential and I'm sure he has a bright future."
"Our biggest pressure was the Denmark game in the last 16. We're enjoying it more at this stage," the Juventus striker added.
"When the game starts, there is a little bit of pressure, but we're really enjoying being here at the semi-finals."
The French players certainly don't seem to be feeling any pressure ahead of their semi-final against Belgium, even finding time to poke some fun at starlet Kylian Mbappe.
The 19-year-old striker has been one of the stars of the tournament in Russia but his teammates weren't cutting him any slack on their flight to St Petersburg for the semi.
Defender Benjamin Mendy took full advantage when Mbappe decided to take a nap during the short journey, with teammates Paul Pogba and Antoine Griezmann joining in.
Mendy's photo included a caption asking whether the youngster had been watching too much "Razmokets", which translates to "Rugrats" in English.
Belgium boss Roberto Martinez has leapt to the defence of playmaker Kevin De Bruyne, who had been criticised for his performances before his man-of-the-match display against Brazil.
De Bruyne scored a fabulous goal as the Red Devils stunned Brazil 2-1 in Kazan to set up Wednesday's (AEST) semi-final clash against France.
While the Manchester City midfielder was accused of having little impact earlier in the tournament, Martinez feels his performances – in a deeper midfield role – have been crucial to his side's progress.
"The recognition of Kevin De Bruyne's performances before the Brazil game was a little bit unfair," the Belgium boss told a pre-match media conference in St Petersburg.
"In our set-up he had to be a playmaker, someone who would play a lot deeper, someone who would help getting the ball forward and bring other players into the play.
"Sometimes that's not as attractive to see. For us, he was as important against Panama and Tunisia as he was against Brazil.
"For me, Kevin De Bruyne is the modern playmaker. We are used to seeing these playmakers who stop the game. They take an extra second and allow the game to go into what they want to see.
"Kevin De Bruyne is a modern playmaker in the fact that he goes even quicker than what you can see. His level of execution is exceptional.
"He plays as a number six, as a number eight, as a false nine, he can play out wide. Apart from goalkeeper I could tell you he can perform in any position. That's the quality that he has."


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I haven't worked for about 10 or 11 weeks. The first couple of weeks I felt a tremendous sense of peace and joy. I was part of a very stressful work environment and leaving that environment was simply a relief.
Since I've been free I have baked and cooked and spent lots of time with my wife Anne. She has this really funny laugh that I have heard on two occasions this past week. It is the kind of laugh that kids display when they're horsing around. It's also the kind of laugh that is uncontrollable and when I see her like that I am really happy.
I think she is getting a little tired of having the old man around. I'm definitely not that old and I am definitely not old enough to be" hanging around like a retired man, but for now, this present moment we are together like two old birds.
I have found joy in simple life. The daily tasks of making dinner for my family, going to the post office with Anne, baking macaron cookies for the 10th time, starting a fire in the wood oven, making pizza dough over and over again, baking loaves of bread, cleaning out the garage, picking up dog poop, turning the compost pile, and recently making fresh vegetable juice that nobody else but me will drink.
When I am in Italy I am amazed at the simplicity of life. Days are spent "living" whatever that may be. Most of the time it includes frequent stops at the local bar for "un caffe" or a stop in the piazza to talk with a friend for more than just a few seconds.
Cooking lunch or dinner for a family is a big deal. Eating that dinner together with the family is an even bigger deal. In Roma it's called Tavolata (Big tables filled with people enjoying, eating, living life to the full) This past 10 weeks I have had lots of time for Tavolata and I am so so grateful that my family Anne, Patrick and James are at the table with me. The only exception being when there is a basketball game on the TV and James has to plant himself in front of the game with the plate balanced on his knees. That's OK.


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It's been quite some time since my last post. You know how it is with the start of a new school year. Busy, busy, busy. I hope to get back into the swing of things with my reading and blogging now that the madness has died down a bit. Now, on to my latest read.
A.E. Cannon's The Loser's Guide to Life and Love is loosely based on Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream. I don't know what the deal is with a lot of the books I've been reading lately. This makes the third one with a basis in Shakespeare. (The other two were Alan Gratz's Something Wicked and Suzanne Selfors' Saving Juliet.)
Anyhoo, this story revolves around Ed, who really wants to be more exciting than he actually is. His opportunity comes in the form of a nametag. He doesn't have his own nametag yet at the movie store where he works, so he's given an old one. He can now be Sergio. He and his best friend, Scout (a girl), make up outlandish stories about who Sergio really is. (They've decided he's from Brazil, and spends much of his time traveling to exotic places.) Ed gets the chance to pretend to be the mysterious Sergio when a beautiful new girl, Ellie, comes into the video store and thinks this is Ed's real name.
As in most cases of mistaken identity, chaos ensues. Ed thinks he's in love with Ellie, Scout is in love with Ed, Quark (Ed's other best friend) is in love with Scout, and Ellie is in love with Sergio (who's really Ed). It's a big ol' mess, and Ed has to figure out a way to fix things without anyone getting hurt, including himself.
A Loser's Guide to Life and Love is a very quick, easy read, and one that is fairly enjoyable, especially if the reader has some knowledge of A Midsummer Night's Dream. (Note: This is not necessary, but it does help a little.) I think it's great that many YA authors are writing stories based on classic works, particularly those of Shakespeare. It's an excellent way to introduce young adults to stories that they may have heard of but had no interest in reading because they thought the stories were old and irrelevant. I think the works of Shakespeare are timeless, and I hope these new takes on the Bard's best will captivate a new generation of readers.


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Branding for NPWS 'The End' festival
NPWS' new festival, 'The End', took place on 23–24 April 2016 at Hill End Historic Site and the marketing campaign ran from March 2016 up until the day of the event. My role was to design and create all communication and design elements for the festival campaign. The main objectives of the event were to achieve visitation of 2000 people across the whole weekend to showcase the historic site and encourage visitation to a wider tourism market. Final reported attendance amounted to an estimated 5,220 people – 261% above the objective. The design was to communicate a story about the historic architectural elements of the town while still feeling contemporary and on NPWS' brand.


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The Babes of Tokyo Game Show 2004
You've waited patiently, and finally it's here. The ultimate TGS Babes Feature. Warning: Will make you very happy.
We came, we saw, we conquered, although not necessarily in that order. This year's Tokyo Game Show all started to go wrong when our computers started dying, but none of that really mattered when the Babes came out to play and told us that everything would be OK.
And easily surpassing our previous babes coverage at shows like E3 2003, TGS 2003 and E3 2004, we present our memories of them in photograpic form.
Watch out for Microsoft's Xbox babes, who are always the hottest in Tokyo, followed closely by Portable PlayStation Pretties and a range of other thirdparty chicks. There's the public dress-up--athon to look forward to as well.
But best of all, the Need For Seed Underground 2 chicks are to die for, the ultimate way to end such a shallow feature. They are hot and horny. You have been warned!
Part 1: Portable PlayStation Pretties
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- Part 1: Portable PlayStation Pretties
- Part 2: Thank You Taito, Koei and God
- Part 3 Namco's Anniversary Chicks
- Part 4: The Best of Capcom & Others
- Part 5: Dressed Up Chicks Part 1
- Part 6: Dressed Up Chicks Part 2
- Part 7: Breathtaking NFSU2 Shoot
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I know I am not perfect
I know I am not perfect. I do say the wrong thing. I forget all the time… I make mistakes, I burn food, I stain my clothes and my home is a mess… But if you ever need me, I will always be there… I will open my home and heart to you because you are my friend.


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Movie Review by Alice Castle
Starring: Parminder K Nagra, Keira Knightley, Jonathan Rhys-Meyers, Anupam Kher
Director: Gurinder Chadha
If you liked BHAJI ON THE BEACH and WHAT'S COOKING, you're going to love Gurinder Chadha's next feature film BEND IT LIKE BECKHAM.
The Bharmas are a Sikh family living in a nice semi in Hounslow on the Heathrow flight path. Mr B works at the airport and Mrs B makes a fantastic Punjabi dinner. Eldest sister Pinky is engaged to be married and spends her time shopping for accessories on the High Street, while her younger sister Jess has other things in mind. She wants to be the next David Beckham.
From the opening dream sequence – victory on the pitch analysed in the studio by Gary Lineker, John Barnes and Alan Hansen – the film follows Jess in her difficult task of trying to balance duty and dream. As you'd predict, Jess's parents feel it is time she left the football behind and knuckled down to some serious study to guarantee a safe and secure life as an accountant or solicitor. Her sister just thinks the fact she's not aping over the boys is weird enough.
Forced to play in secret Jess makes friends with Jules (Keira Knightley) who persuades her to join a female team coached by Irish Joe (Jonathan Rhys-Meyers) who has given up a professional career through injury. Jess excels in the team and found out once by her parents, has to invent ever more sneaky ways of playing for the team on the sly.
As most female sports movies dictate, a bit of a love triangle emerges, but it doesn't detract from the humour and fun of this lovely film. There are excellent performances all round, especially both girls, as well as Jules's mother (played by Juliet Stevenson) who has her own prejudices about women in sport – 'I mean look what they say about Sporty Spice – she's the only one without a fella.'


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ADI at NHS Innovation Expo Manchester
ADI will be attending the NHS Innovation Expo on the 4th March at Manchester Central Convention centre. You can meet us on the SBRI Healthcare stand (stand A18). There we will be principally promoting the new Digital Health and Care Alliance (DHACA) organisation we have created under our dallas project known as i-focus. We will be more than happy to share and discuss with you more about what we're doing in both DHACA and i-focus and the wider work of ADI in the sector.
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In Focus: CitiesAuthor: Libby Walden
Illustrator: Becca Stadtlander
Illustrator: Clair Rossiter
Illustrator: Gary Venn
Illustrator: Grace Easton
Illustrator: Jen Taylor
Illustrator: Jenny Wren
Illustrator: Jocelyn Kao
Illustrator: Ryan Wheatcroft
Illustrator: Sol Linero
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Travel the globe and find a fresh perspective with 'In Focus Cities'. This super-sized book delves into the cultural, social and historical identities of ten world-famous cities. Lift the giant flaps on every spread to
find out more about the iconic cities on the map.
find out more about the iconic cities on the map.
Pages: 26
Format: Hardback
Format: Hardback
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Invitation to EURAM2009 – Knowledge renewal in social networks November 23, 2008Posted by Miha Škerlavaj in conferences, learning networks.
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We would like to invite you to the annual EURAM conference – Track "Knowledge renewal in social networks". The focus of the track is the renewal of knowledge, hence learning and knowledge transfer, in social networks. We aim to develop insights into (i) how knowledge behaves in networks, (ii) how it is refined and (iii) how it is reconfigured. The deadline for submissions is December 5 2008. Call for papers is available here.
Juani Swart, University of Bath, UK
John Powell, University of Cardiff, UK
Robert Kaše, University of Ljubljana, Slovenia
Miha Škerlavaj, University of Ljubljana, Slovenia


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Just a reminder that tomorrow morning at 9:30 eastern is the special radio broadcast celebrating the 500th show of Ray Brown's Talkin' Birds [this link isn't working for me at the moment], live from the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History. You can listen tomorrow online with live streaming or via podcast. You can also follow the show on Facebook and Twitter. One of tomorrow's guests is Smithsonian ornithologist Bruce Beehler. I'll be on the show too, and I'm sure Ray and crew will have some other surprises!
Here we are earlier today, after checking out the Q?rius Theater at the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History; from left to right, associate producer Emma Morgenstern, me, Ray Brown, and executive producer Mark Duffield (photo courtesy of Talkin' Birds Instagram),
More about Ray Brown's Talkin' Birds:
Yesterday's interview with Ray Brown, at Nicholas Lund's blog, The Birdist (Nick will be here tomorrow, too)
Boston Globe article by Linda Matchan
Ray Brown's Talkin' Birds website
Talkin' Birds podcasts at iTunes


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2020 Pledge coming soon…
iKholwa – Pledge form
The IIG's Class of 2019 students are being provided with valuable exposure, experience and leadership development. Although this is a great opportunity for us to learn from our industry's best, it also presents an opportune time for us to make a meaningful impact to the lives of the most vulnerable of society, the children of our beautiful country.
This year we chose Ikholwa Children's Home as the charity we would like to raise money for. The home was established 17 years ago, with the sole purpose of providing abandoned and orphaned children, who have been infected or affected by HIV/AIDS, with the hope of an improved life. They have three homes in the West Rand of Gauteng, each accommodating eight children whose ages range from birth to 18 years. They are registered as an NPO and also enjoy Section 18A Tax Exemption status. We don't know how they've done it but it's truly mind-blowing that they've touched the lives of over 150 children since they opened their doors!
The pledge process
Ikholwa relies solely on donations and funds will be used to cover the running costs of the various homes and provide the children with an education. Please note that groceries and pro bono services are most welcome.
- It's a simple as completing the below online pledge form.
- Once you have done this, a Class Of 2019 future leader will be in touch with you.
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Saturday, December 17, 2016
DEC16VSNH Holly
My VSN hostess challenge went live tonight. My challenge is based on The Grinch movie & the challenge is to create a project with the colors red, green & 1 neutral.
Stamps: Holly digi stamp Power Poppy
c/s: white, red
copics, crystal accents, stripes ef, red & white stripe ribbon
Until next time!
Labels: Holly digi stamp Power Poppy
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- CherylQuilts said...
Oh, Misti, this is BEAUTIFUL! I love the clean, crisp feel to this card! Beautifully colored and a great design! Hugs, and wishing you Merry Christmas! xoxo
- December 18, 2016 at 2:11 PM
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Business Awards 2019
The winners of the NHBF Business Awards were announced at the prestigious ceremony which took place last night at the St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel, Kings Cross London. The annual event is held to celebrate the success of the best hairdressing, barbering and beauty businesses in the industry.
The winners for the 2019 competition are:
- Best Independent Hair Salon or Barbershop (Small) (Sponsored by Premier Software) – Antonacci Hair & Beauty
- Best Independent Hair Salon or Barbershop (Large) (Sponsored by Loop HR Winner) – Law Salons
- Best Independent Hair Salon or Barbershop (Large) Highly commended – Energy Hair
- Best Independent Beauty Salon (Sponsored by Schedul) – Tranquillity Beauty Studio
- Best Innovation (Sponsored by Global Payments) – Chair Salons
- Best Client Experience (Sponsored by Schedul) – Melissa Timperley Salons
- Best Apprentice (Sponsored by VTCT) – Owen Davies, Saks Chester
- Best New Business (Sponsored by Coversure) (Winner) – Law Salons
- Best New Business (Sponsored by Coversure) (Highly commended) – Studio 88
- Best Community Support (In association with Hair & Beauty Charity) – Barrie Stephen
- Best Front of House (Sponsored by Ellis Whittam) – Burghley Hair-Beauty-Academy
- Best Social Media (Sponsored by City & Guilds) - Hxhair
- Best Salon Design (Sponsored by Schedul) – Harris & Fox
- Outstanding Contribution to the Hair or Beauty Industry (Sponsored by Phorest) – Tina Parsons, Burghley Hair-Beauty-Academy
The full image gallery from the evening will soon be available on our Facebook page


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Grants Office, LLC
Saturday, October 15, 2011
By Christopher Haight
October 2011
The expansion of broadband to rural schools is a critical step in eliminating the digital divide and ensuring students have access to the tools of the 21st century. Most importantly for students and educators alike, access to broadband internet services creates new opportunities and methods for increasing student achievement.
For educators, broadband can mean opening a world of new professional development resources. Many state plans for education reform specifically cited the use of various crowd-sourcing projects as a part of their plans for supporting effective teachers and principals in their Race to the Top applications. Applicants proposed items such as online banks of lesson plans, where teachers would be able to share, borrow, and adapt lesson plans with others in their state. These types of efforts fostered collaboration and communication by breaking down geographic barriers. Likewise, the Investing in Innovation program, targeted towards school districts and nonprofit organizations, embraced the use of technology-based efforts to improve resources for teachers.
Access to broadband also has a prominent role within the relatively young Promise Neighborhoods program that supports development of wraparound services targeted towards addressing socioeconomic influences on student success. The Promise Neighborhoods Program, now in its second year with $30 million requires applicants to address the expansion of and access to broadband services within the applicant communities in order to foster improved communications and collaborations among agencies and constituents.
In addition, broadband accessibility can also foster the creation of new tools that increase the use of evidence and data-based decision making in education - a key goal of many in the K-12 education sector. Cloud-based services or applications that analyze student performance data in real-time allow teachers to respond accordingly by identifying those students most in need of greater assistance or adapting their own lesson plans or teaching techniques.
The introduction of new broadband to rural schools also gives students the opportunity to utilize the tools and resources common to their generation. One of the most prominent uses is for distance learning projects, in which students are given access to learning opportunities such as virtual field trips, that would otherwise fall outside of their primary and secondary education experiences due to geography or fiscal challenges. Distance learning can also be used to support teachers for various aspects of training and professional development from a variety of different agencies.
While Congress eliminated the Enhancing Education Through Technology grant program in 2011, there are other opportunities for funding education technology projects. One such grant program is the Next Generation Learning Challenges (NGLC) program sponsored by EDUCAUSE, a national nonprofit organization, and the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. The NGLC program supports the effective and promising uses of technology in education. Like the Investing in Innovation program, NGLC relies on data- and evidence-intensive applications that require applicants to have sound research and theoretical support for their proposals.
When looking to leverage broadband funding and other grant opportunities to upgrade education technology in schools, libraries, or elsewhere, it remains critical to remember to think carefully about your requests. The call for accountability and wise investments through grant funding is louder than ever. Funders at all levels remain acutely aware how important it is to fund applications with the greatest promise of success, not just those toting far-flung promises or fancy equipment.
When preparing applications, you should always look at the "big picture." Technology alone does not improve student achievement - it's still the curriculum, teachers, resources, parents, and other influences. A proposal for equipment that does not address teacher training, technical assistance, and development of associated curriculum has already omitted three key considerations that should accompany the introduction of any new technology.
The expansion of broadband holds much promise for underserved communities. However, the development of broadband infrastructure is just the first step. Realization of its vast potential requires a strategic approach to grantseeking and most of all, a thoughtful application of technology.
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COMMUNIQUÉ Media Kit (2019) Released
We are pleased to announce the release of the media kit for COMMUNIQUÉ, the official publication of the Clark County Bar Association (CCBA) with rates and information effective December 1, 2018. This COMMUNIQUÉ Media Kit 2019 includes information relevant to placing an order to advertise in our popular print magazine, including ad insertion form, ad sizes & rates, and editorial calendar. See portable document format file (PDF): Communique-Media-Kit-2019.pdf.*
Space is available in COMMUNIQUÉ for select businesses to showcase their professional services and products. Space reservations are required. Space is limited with placement only guaranteed to paid advertisements.
Request a quote today!
Submit your request for a quote to place an ad in our publication to Steph at CCBA and include the following information:
- Size for ad (e.g., ¼ page, ½ page, 1/3 page, full page, etc.)
- Format (i.e., grayscale or 4-color)
- Cover date(s) (e.g. January, February, March…)
Ask about available discounts!
For more information about advertising opportunities, and to confirm space availability, graphic design services, and discounts for an ad to be placed in our printed publication or our website, contact Steph at CCBA office, (702) 387-6011.
*All advertisers must adhere to size specification, standards and policies contained on the COMMUNIQUÉ – Official Rate Sheet & Specs.


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Yes, it was installed via the gitbook. I will check again for node.
Yes, it was installed via the gitbook. I will check again for node.
I have installed XO from source on Debian9. After upgrade to Debian10, it started complaining abour leveldown NPM module and does not start.
Is Debian10 supported or only Debian9 for now?
We are about to implement XOA and I have the following questions, regarding DR backup:
Site1 is hosting XOA
Site2 is hosting VM1
Site3 will be used to have copy of VM1
On firewall level, Site1 has connection to S2 and S3, S2 and S3 are not visible between them. If we configure backup job, how is the traffic flow - XOA is pulling the image from S2 and sending it to S3, or S2 needs access to S3?
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Tuesday, August 21, 2018
Polar Bear Peace
It's just over three months until Christmas and I can count the number of Christmas cards I've created this year on one hand....that's not good odds for getting these done on time!
I was feeling like I need to make at least ONE card, so I pulled out some of my Ellen Hutson stamps. I've used this background from the Wonky Backdrops set before for Christmas cards. It just creates the perfect little backdrop for a quick and easy card.
Before I stamped the background though, I stamped the polar bear from the Arctic Pals set. I also stamped him on a post it note and fussy cut him out to use as a mask. This was placed over the polar bear and then I stamped the background.
Because I wanted the fade-in look for the background, I used a sponge dauber and stamped the background multiple times to get the transition I wanted. I'm actually using one of the oldest inks in my collection - Outdoor Denim from Close to My Heart. It's really my favorite navy color when I'm looking for a darker, cooler navy.
A little tip, the CTMH inks don't blend as well as some others that one uses for solid stamps, like Hero Arts or Altenew. To get a smoother finish, I inked up the background with Fairy Dust ink from WPlus9 and that seemed to really smooth things out some.
The sentiment is from an older discontinued EH set - it actually says Peace Love Joy, but I masked off the other two sentiments.
I'm hoping this is just the first of MANY Christmas cards I'll have to share in the coming weeks. Keep your fingers crossed!
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Well our system does this for you. This system works for those with no knowledge of creating appraisals, also those who are very familiar with them. Its simplicity is what makes it so sophisticated!
We have developed a 3 step process that sets us apart from our competition:
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We are living in a modern life where technology is evolving at lightning speed. Tech companies are beyond the limits to give us products that are not only mind-blowing but are at times beyond our expectation.
Our ancestors had no computers. Neither did they have a desktop or a laptop. But we now enjoy the services of both. The laptop is even far much better than the desktops because when charged, you are free to maneuver with them to any given place. The market has realized and appreciated the importance of these and therefore continuously demands for more. Manufacturers, on the other hand, are eager to satisfy the demand. They churn out laptops which vary in prices.
Some laptops come at low prices to ensure that people can afford them. Others are high-ended and have made a record for being the world's most expensive laptop. Check out the following most expensive computers/laptops the world has ever seen.
Lenovo Think Pad W540
Price $2 300
Lenovo has established a name for itself when it comes to electronic brands. This time round it has developed not only a slim laptop but also one of top quality. It is not the most expensive computer in the world on our list but W540 has respectable features. It has a high-screen resolution, beautiful design and is based on the latest technology. Its operating system is made by Microsoft, and the processors are the latest in the market as well. It weighs 5.45 pounds and has a size of 15.5 inches.
Acer Ferrari 1100
Price $3 000
One striking feature is its slimness and variety of colors, that is, yellow, gray and black. To ensure that the laptop is different and worth the price, there is Ferrari stamp. This high-end laptop has a sleek design with a body composed of ultra-light weight carbon fiber. The manufacturers clearly had the Ferrari in mind while making this laptop considering that there is a power button in black lit which gives it a resemblance of a car.
Alien Ware 18
Price $3 600
All game lovers in the world have tons of respect for this laptop due to its processor. It runs on core i7 and the operating system is Windows 8.1. Due to its command of respect in the gaming arena, the laptop has gained the nickname "Monster gaming powerhouse." The speakers do justice to the laptop in making it a gaming machine since they are powerful and certified by Dolby software.
Dell Mobile Precision M6800
Price $3 800
This makes it to the list of most expensive computers due to the 3D capabilities – which made it earn a high price tag. Multi-tasking is also enabled by the ten-finger touch while the security system is one to be envied. The audio players are the latest in the market while its 4 USB ports are appealing to most consumers. There is another edition of the Dell Mobile Precision M6800 referred to as Covet which comes in red color.
Stealth MacBook Pro
Price $6 000
The ColorWare bills are guilty of having made this eye-catching and powerful laptop. The said firm is known for its world class electronics. The Stealth MacBook Pro has a powerful resolution and comes only in black color. The lightweight makes it easily portable. One thing to note about the ColorWare firm is that it made only 10 MacBooks for us.
Voodoo Envy 171
Price $6 500
Voodoo is a highly respected brand – making it expensive – and is made by Hewlett-Packard. The manufacturers actually had in mind the engineers and working people when making this laptop. It is therefore viewed to be a workstation rather than a normal computer. It has powerful processor, latest operating system and runs at a speed that only makes it an expensive laptop.
Ego for Bentley
Price $20,000
Ego Lifestyle collaborated with British car maker Bentley Motors to release a luxury notebook, which many criticize for sub-par specs, but got rave reviews for the super-rich features it has.
The laptop is infamous for the chic, luxury notebooks that it manufactures. There is a notion in the market that its products cost like a car. Their $20,000 Ego for Bentley has a 2GB RAM, 160 GB HDD and a Mobile AMD TurionTM 64 processor. It has a resolution of 1280×800 and a 12-inch screen.
ATI Radeon Express 200M
Mobile AMD Turion 64 processor
12.1-inch widescreen display
Mac Book Pro 24 Karat Gold
Price $30 000
The multi-billion Apple Inc. has made this customized and expensive laptop. It wouldn't have made up to the list of most expensive laptops had it not been for the 24k gold covering on the outside. The apple logo that it features also composes of diamonds and that basically explains why we are talking about it here. This is the most expensive computer in the world for all the apple lovers.
15.4″ TFT display
SuperDrive 8x
4GB of 667MHz DDR2 memory
Intel Core 2 Duo
Tulip E-Go Diamond
Price $ 350 000
Hit by the price? Well, this beautiful laptop has gold plates that have diamonds to make it precious and perfect. The target for the laptop is a woman interested in fashionable products. There are numerous colorful covers that one can change at will.
ATI Radeon Xpress 200
12.1-inch widescreen
64-bit processor
AMD Turion
Luvaglio One Million Dollar Laptop
Price 1 000 000
Talk of a one million dollar laptop and Luvaglio will dominate the conversation. Luvaglio is one of the most famous companies in the world and assembled professional designers and makers to produce the most expensive computer in the world.
This high-end machine has a screen size of 17 inches and integrates in it a self-cleaning device. Not almost everyone can buy this laptop due to its high price tag but when you do, you are set to enjoy the most from the world's most expensive computer.
MP3 Player a USB Memory slot
17-inches-Led lit screen
And there you have it! Those are the most expensive laptops the world has ever seen but that is not the end. We still expect crazy releases from manufacturers to fit the ever-changing market needs.


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You know that washing your hands is the best way to keep from spreading germs. Now learn how and when!
We've all heard that washing your hands several times a day can help you avoid getting sick during cold and flu season. Follow these simple tips to make it a habit and keep the germs away.
The simple act of hand-washing can help stop the spread of germs that can cause a cold or flu (or even swine flu). While we now take for granted the importance of hand-washing to prevent colds, the importance of hand-washing was discovered only 150 years ago.
"Hand-washing is still the best way to prevent colds and other respiratory and infectious diseases that are transmitted by hand to mouth or hand to nose/eye contact," says Samuel N. Grief, MD, medical director of campus care at the University of Illinois at Chicago. "Soap acts as a vehicle to trap the germs (i.e. viruses, bacteria) that are loosened by the act of rubbing your hands together under water. These germs can then be rinsed away by the water."
Contact with other people throughout the day, touching contaminated surfaces, and even petting animals can cause a variety of cold-causing germs to accumulate on your hands. Then by touching your eyes, nose, and mouth you can infect yourself if you don't wash your hands often enough. Touching someone else or touching a doorknob or other surface can then spread cold germs to others.
The Best Way to Wash Your Hands
Hand-washing to prevent colds includes using soap and water or an alcohol-based hand sanitizer, a cleanser you can use without water. "There is no one best water temperature to wash one's hands," says Dr. Grief. "If your hands are really dirty and greasy, use of warm to hot water will do a better job of trapping dirt and grease within the soap, allowing for a more thorough cleaning."
The type of soap also does not typically matter, according to Grief, "as long as it lathers and spreads over the hands sufficiently to trap the germs."
10 Times to Wash Hands
To prevent colds from spreading to others, practice regular hand-washing. Most importantly, wash hands:
- Before and after preparing or handling food, especially when handling uncooked poultry and meat
- Before eating
- After changing diapers
- After using the bathroom
- After sneezing, coughing, or blowing your nose
- Before and after inserting contact lenses
- After touching an animal or animal waste
- After handling garbage
- Before and after treating wounds
- Before and after touching a sick or injured person
5 Steps to Proper Hand-Washing
If using soap and water for hand-washing, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends the following five steps to prevent the spread of colds:
- Wet your hands with clean water — warm, if available — and apply soap.
- Lather by rubbing hands together; be sure to cover all surfaces.
- Continue rubbing hands together for 15 to 20 seconds — sing "Happy Birthday" twice in your head.
- Thoroughly rinse hands under running water to ensure removal of residual germs.
- Use paper towels or an air dryer to dry hands and then, if possible, use a paper towel to turn off the faucet.
Alcohol-based hand sanitizers make a good substitute for hand-washing when soap and water is not available. A recent study from the University of Chicago showed that while soap-and-water hand-washing was most effective in removing influenza virus from the hands, using alcohol-based hand sanitizer was a close second. If you're using an alcohol-based hand sanitizer, apply product to one palm, rub your two hands together, making sure to reach all surfaces, and continue rubbing until hands are dry.
Preventing a week or two of misery from the common cold or flu will be well worth those 20 seconds spent with soap and water.


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Dilma Rousseff (President of Brazil, 2011-2016), visited UC Berkeley to meet with faculty, students, and the Berkeley community. Her talk, titled "Challenges for Democracy in Brazil", was organized by the Center for Latin American Studies (CLAS) and cosponsored by the Department of Sociology and the Charles and Louise Travers Department of Political Science.
Highlights (4 minutes, with English subtitles)
Full event (Note: The full event video begins approximately 41:30 into stream. Audio is predominantly in Portuguese.)
- Article about President Rousseff's visit to UC Berkeley in the Daily Californian (English). http://www.dailycal.org/2018/04/17/former-president-brazil-dilma-rousseff-speaks-democracy-uc-berkeley-event/
- Article about President Rousseff's visit to UC Berkeley in Folha de São Paulo (Portuguese) https://www1.folha.uol.com.br/poder/2018/04/lula-estara-nas-eleicoes-preso-ou-solto-diz-dilma-nos-estados-unidos.shtml
President Rousseff published her answer to a question posed by faculty member Tianna Paschel (African American Studies) on her website: http://dilma.com.br/as-frentes-de-luta-sao-um-ganho-importante/
President Rousseff's talk on "Challenges for Democracy in Brazil" can be watched in full (in Portuguese) here: https://www.facebook.com/clasberkeley/videos/10155179816246050/
In a short blog series, CLAS invited various scholars from diverse disciplines to respond to President Rousseff's talk.
Carlos Milani: https://clasberkeley.wordpress.com/2018/04/19/carlos-r-s-milani-responds-to-president-dilma-rousseffs-talk-at-uc-berkeley/