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Excuses are handy little things aren't they? They give us the way out. All the justification we need for dashed dreams and un-realized goals can be summed up in simple sentences like…"Well someday, but I just don't have time."…"I'd love to, but I don't have the money."…"I wish I could, but I'm not educated enough."…"I want to, but I'm not talented enough."…I could go on for a good while more with examples, I'm really quite skilled at the art of excuse making! You know what I realized about excuses? More often than I'd care to admit, my excuses are just sheer laziness wrapped up in a package of victimized self pity. I'm afraid there isn't much very pretty about that! I don't believe for a second that an all powerful God created me to be rendered helpless and useless by the slightest obstruction in my path. I also don't think He is mean and sadistic for not removing the difficulty out of my way!
My 4 year old has a bike, and I want her to ride that thing with all the determination she has got. When she gets to a hill in the road, and energetically wails with 4 year old exasperation…am I really doing her a favor if I do the work for her? I want her to learn that if you just try a little harder you'll get up that hill. And when she does make it, she is one happy girl and gloats for hours about how good she rode that bike…I sure don't want to be the one to take that taste of victory from her! That victory gives her confidence, it let's her feel proud of job well done.
Do you realize that every time we offer ourselves an excuse, we are stealing our own chance of victory away from ourselves? I totally get that things can be complicated, and sometimes seem down right impossible! My Algebra teacher in high school always used to tell us, "If you don't know what to do, do do what you do know how to do!". While I still don't know much about Algebra, that advice sure stuck with me. It makes sense. I can't see how some things are supposed to work out…but, I can do right now, all I can, with what I have, where I am. I can do what I do know how to do. When I've done that, usually the next step takes care of itself.
The greatest injustice I can do for myself is to accept an excuse. It hurts myself, and it hurts others. If I'm not being who I was meant to be, if I'm not doing what I was meant to do, than there is a gap in the lives of people around me that I was supposed to have been filling. Our families, and our society will suffer (and does!) from the effects of excuse making. The next time an excuse pops it's ugly little self into my mind, the best thing I can do is take a step of action before it's had time to root itself there permanently! Most times the best step we can take, is to talk to God about it. He has the unique position of seeing the whole picture, who better to ask for help and wisdom than Him?
Matthew 6:8 … for your Father knoweth what things ye have need of, before ye ask him.


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If you had ever planned to switch over from Photoshop to GIMP, the first thing that comes to mind is to figure out a way to learn and adjust to a look and feel that is different from Photoshop.
The developers of GIMP have designed the look and feel of GIMP to signify and portray the strengths of GIMP. The default look and feel (after selecting Window => Single-Window Mode) is similar to the screenshot below (captured on MacBook Pro with GIMP 2.8.22 installed).
While there is a learning curve involved in getting used to GIMP, it may help new comers migrating from Photoshop to change the look and feel of GIMP to the one they are used to while using Photoshop.
There are multiple suggestions and tutorials all over the web to help you achieve it. This article outlines one such method that I used to change the theme such that the look and feel is simliar to the one portrayed in the image below.
Step 1: Follow the instructions listed at https://github.com/doctormo/GimpPs/blob/master/README.md to install the excellent GIMP 2.8 Photoshop tweaks by the Deviant Art contributor who goes by the handle, Doctormo. The Deviant Art page that describes the GIMP 2.8 Photoshop tweaks is available at: https://doctormo.deviantart.com/art/Gimp-2-8-Photoshop-Tweaks-432736644.
Installing the tweaks by following the steps listed in the Doctormo's README not only changes the look and feel of GIMP to that of Photoshop (more like a Photoshop CS6) but also installs the Photoshop keyboard shorts.
Step 2: Unlike Photoshop, by default, GIMP does not snap layers to the grid. To enable this feature, edit the
gimprc file. This file can be found either in the
~/Library/Application Support/GIMP/2.8 folder or within the
~/.gimp-2.8 folder. If it does not exist, create one and place it in one of the two folders listed above. Append the below two lines to
gimprc and restart GIMP.
(default-snap-to-canvas yes) (default-snap-to-grid yes)
One of the blogs that has heavily influenced the contents of this blog and also the options that I tried out is https://www.pcsteps.com/1566-make-gimp-look-work-like-photoshop/. It contains suggestions on additional changes that can be added to your GIMP installation to turn it more into Photoshop.

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What is the "Bar to Farm" cocktail classes by You and Yours Distilling?
The Bar to Farm cocktail classes is an event that focuses on cocktails and their preparation. You & Yours Distilling hosts since September in California.
Several themes were scheduled, including those related to the harvest of various ingredients that go into the composition of a recipe. The training was held in the tasting room of the East Village Distillery. The opportunity is given to participants to learn about gardening in urban areas. They also learned how to find the plants and fillings that can be used in drinks. This session is followed by a demo cocktail preparation at Yours & Yours Distilling.
To access the training, participants must pay an entry fee of $ 55. Note that a part of the profits from the Bar to Farm cocktail classes will be donated to the Smarts Farm organization. A legitimate reason to take part in the event and learn more about cocktails and the ingredients that compose them.
Don't drink and drive. Enjoy responsibly.


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I've had a growing feeling over the past few months that we've got too much shit cluttering up every room in the house. Starting next week the clean up begins. One room to be decluttered each weekend. If you're interested in having a go yourself, the plan is;
List all of the rooms, not forgetting outside spaces (sheds, garage, etc) and easily missed interior space like your attic and small closets. I'm going to tackle the rooms one by one allowing a full Saturday for each, leaving the Sunday to finish off the inventory, runs to the tip and listing the items for disposal on eBay and Freecycle.
Set up and gather the tools;
1) An inventory spreadsheet template,
2) Cleaning materials,
3) Security marking pen,
4) Digital camera.
Empty the room of everything except carpets and large items of furniture.
As you take out each item put it into one of three piles;
1) Keep it and it lives in this room,
2) Keep it but it should go somewhere else,
3) Dispose of it.
Ok so the room's empty and you've got three big piles of stuff outside the door. While the room is empty it makes sense to give it a good deep clean.
Now tackle the pile of stuff that you're returning to that room. For each item, clean it, take a picture, mark it with postcode using a UV pen, and add it to your inventory (recording any serial numbers and distinguishing marks).
For the stuff that is being kept but going elsewhere do more or less the same thing.
For the stuff you're getting rid of sort that into three piles;
What you're going to sell (eBay, craigslist), what you're going to donate (freecycle, local charity) and what is going to the tip.
And that leaves you with a beautifully clean and tidy room with all the contents listed and catalogued should the very worst happen.
Don't forget to make sure you have a copy of your inventory stored away from your house. There's no point doing all that work and then having it go up in smoke along with all your gear. My own solution to this conundrum is to make sure all of my key documents, including scans of insurance certs, are backed up using Dropbox (http://www.getdropbox.com/) so I can always access them from a browser.
And it is as simple as that! I'll update as the project progresses…


text: Ani Skovmand is from a small town on the outskirts of San Diego California. She was not raised in a christian home but came to know God as a senior in high school. She has been serving as a small group leader at her home church for two years and has enjoyed helping guide young girls in their relationships with God. Ani is excited to serve as one of the youth ministries interns along side her good friend Jon Fox. Ani first visited Maui and Hope Chapel in January, it was then that she fell in love with the island and more importantly the church. She looks forward to serving the people of Hope Chapel and becoming part of the Hope Chapel family.


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I am a researcher specialized in behavioral environmental economics working as an Assistant Professor at the Institute for Environmental Studies (IVM) of Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (VU).
I am also a Research Affiliate with the Centre for Energy Policy and Economics (CEPE) of ETH Zurich and I coordinate the Horizon 2020 project NEWCOMERS.
Here you can find my research profiles at VU, ResearchGate and Google Scholar as well as a recent version of my CV.


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by Patricia Frischer
I am happy to now report on the second set of shows that opened at the Oceanside Museum of Art. We covered Fred Tomaselli and Maidy Morhous in August which are ongoing.
|James Hubbell
James Hubbell: Seeking Balance is billed as a retrospective. It was curated by Danielle Derry but I found it a view of his work on a very personal intimate level. There was a previous show of Hubbell's work at the museum which was mainly very masculine metal sculptures. If you have ever toured his home, you get a taste of the extravagance of his built work and the immensely natural decorative treatment of almost every surface. There is a taste of this in the film intro to the show, which is a short version of the longer KPBS film to be shown in 2019.
But here what we see are the smaller works, some of which are maquettes for larger buildings but some are simply Hubbell playing with found objects and making spontaneous watercolors. We get an idea of the range of his works in a series of small photographs, but not the scale of the works, that are in real life are grandly impressive. Only Hubbell could conceive and bring into reality a series of parks across the ocean....as intimate as a string of pearls but covering a vast space.
I like this intimate view which stresses his ideas of everyday beauty and the hands on importance of making things. The smallest thing can inspire him and you walk away thinking you could do the same instead of thinking, "This is a genius and I could never reach his heights."
Of course, someday, I would like to see a show which has giant images of some of his buildings, displayed on expensive back lit transparencies or parts of the buildings actually re-created so we can walk through them with lots of works borrowed from all over the world; An exhibition like that outside of San Diego would show how very lucky we are in Southern California to be able to go and see his home with several structures and the foundation building. But for now, this very honest show reflects this gentle soul, James Hubbell, who walks quietly through our lives showing us all how to be perfectly balanced.
At the Oceanside Museum of Art until Feb 3, 2019.
The collages especially when back lit are very successful. But this is not a woman who sees in 2 dimensions. So her work with lenticulated film gives her that extra third dimension that she seems to crave. As you move, the surface reflects the images in layers and so an interior optical space is created. We have now seen this effect on postcards and scary Halloween wall hanging from the 99 cent shop, but Freman is starting from such a quality image, that we are happy to be stimulated by her vision in this way.
Brandon Ragnar Johnson's presents a stream of large posters leaping up the stairwell of OMA and bringing mirth and fantasy to one of their biggest yearly events, the Art After Dark Halloween party. I loved these bright depictions of iconic witches, cats and devil women giving out a sexy "don't get too close or I will curse you, scratch you, and send you to hell" message.
On view only until Oct 28th.


text: I got a new to me 90 gallon set up this Saturday from Doc. I'm very excited about it. I am taking pictures on the progression and I will keep you guys updated. Right now I am still trying to fill it up, making RODI with a on counter RODI set up with five 5 gallon jugs makes for a very long process. More to come.


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Ahead of reading Garrett M. Graff's newly-released The Only Plane in the Sky: An Oral History of 9/11 (2019), I decided to take a look at another oral history of the tragedy — one I'd not read before: then New York Times reporter (and now Associate Managing Editor) Dean E. Murphy's 2002 title September 11: An Oral History. I'm very glad that I did, and for more than a few reasons.
Published a little less than a year after the terrible events of the eponymous date, Murphy's book is a very different sort of oral history than Graff's. For one thing, while The Only Plane in the Sky questionably purports to be "the first comprehensive oral history of September 11, 2001" (more on that when I write about the book), September 11 takes the opposite approach. Speaking to CNN at the time of its publication, Murphy explained that he was deliberately not trying to write "the definitive record of 9/11 reminiscences." The article goes on:
"I view [the book] as a foundation stone," [Murphy] said. "Decades from now, when someone has a new tidbit, I hope something here can allow them to draw from" [sic].
Generally speaking, I'm wary of attempts at "comprehensiveness" or "definitiveness," especially when it comes to enormous subjects like the attacks of September 11, 2001: invariably, it seems, projects that claim to include every relevant party wind up excluding some pretty important voices. This is one of the reasons I am personally more inclined toward approaches like Murphy's. With that being said, I do think September 11 in and of itself makes a compelling case for observing and embracing limitations; it demonstrates the considerable virtues that come with the modest effort of laying a "foundation stone."
In addition, when examined side-by-side, September 11 and The Only Plane in the Sky helpfully delineate at least two distinct paths of oral history practice that can be found within the world of mainstream book writing. The Only Plane in the Sky is clearly an example of what has been called "oral history as journalism" — or, work that presents a single story pieced together out of snippets from a wide-ranging collection of interviews. September 11, meanwhile, is much more in the vein of literary oral history — or, work which usually looks like an anthology of individual monologues, each with their own unique stories and perspectives.
Admittedly, the line between these two types can sometimes be blurry — it is in September 11, as we will see — but Murphy's book ultimately has much more in common with works of literary oral history such as Studs Terkel's Hard Times: An Oral History of the Great Depression (1970) or Wallace Terry's Bloods: An Oral History of the Vietnam War by Black Veterans (1984) or Svetlana Alexievich's Voices from Chernobyl: The Oral History of a Nuclear Disaster (2005) than it does with The Only Plane in the Sky or another example of "oral history as journalism." (I say this despite the CNN article's perplexing claim that it "is not a Studs Terkel-like collection of interviews." Murphy's book might be dissimilar from Terkel's in terms of content, but definitely not in terms of form.)
September 11 is built around forty-one interviews with survivors of the attacks on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon. Readers will not find any interviews having to do with United Airlines Flight 93, however. (The flight crashed in a field near Somerset County, PA, after the airplane's crew and passengers struggled to wrest back control from its hijackers.) While including the voices of first-responders, air traffic controllers, family members, locals, and others affected by the crash of Flight 93 might have helped to underscore something about the diverse experiences of that tragic day, their memories would be somewhat dissimilar from those gathered together in Murphy's book: as he explains in the introduction, it is squarely focused on "eyewitness" accounts. Given each person's respective proximity to a point of attack, all of the survivors/narrators featured in September 11 are eyewitnesses in the most conventional sense of the word (pg. 5).
Murphy's approach to interviewing these eyewitnesses hearkens to some longstanding debates about oral history. As a mentioned in my notes on Terkel's "The Good War": An Oral History of World War II, popular forms — including but not limited to "oral history as journalism" and literary oral history — are sometimes regarded with suspicion in scholarly circles. Specifically, critics have voiced concerns about the authors' perceived lack of (academic) rigor, as well as their editing (however judicious). To his credit, Murphy is up-front about his methods (pg. 5):
[These are] first-person accounts of that day, but they are not verbatim transcriptions of tape-recorded conversations. They are mostly composites based on interviews, telephone conversations, e-mail exchanges, faxed letters and documents sent through the postal service. In some cases, people felt more comfortable writing down their thoughts in their entirety than speaking them aloud. In others, they turned to me to make sense out of a series of rambling conversations and written communications that retraced old ground, broke new ground and sometimes went entirely off track.
This may shock the more pedantic historians, but it's worth pointing out (again and again) that that this does not mean Murphy is playing fast and loose with the verbatim material he has gathered. As he continues (pg. 5):
The flexibility ended, however, when it came to accuracy. I had one uncompromising rule: In their final form, the accounts had to reflect the best and most truthful recollections of the people who told them.
And the proof is in the putting: in each and every case presented in September 11, you can discern the unique "voice" of the narrator — in all of their fascinatingly human unpredictability. Murphy may have taken a stronger hand than usual in the editing process, but the result feels (for lack of a less troublesome word) authentic. There is no obvious authorial embroidery here, nor are there telltale signs of dramatic license; he has clearly been very careful and thoughtful about his work. In fact, Murphy goes on to note that when he would share drafts with the narrators, he often had to curtail their attempts to punch things up. "That could not happen if the history was to be accurate and credible," he explains. "And in the end, they all concurred" (pg. 6).
This is not to say that September 11 does not include some striking creative flourishes — indeed it does. One especially brilliant device that recurs throughout the book is a kind of seed-planting: a memorably strange or unexplained detail in one narrator's testimony pays off later in another's. For example, the first narrator, Teresa Veliz, describes escaping the North Tower of the World Trade Center by going down a stairwell with hundreds of others, and seeing the surreal sight of a blind man and his guide dog among the crowd (pg. 12). Incredibly, Murphy follows her interview with one with that very man (Michael Hingson) and the colleague (David E. Frank) who helped him and his dog escape.
Similarly, many of the civilian narrators recall hearing repeated explosion sounds, unlike those that came from the impact of the planes and the collapse of the towers. For those readers who weren't physically there — like myself — this is a somewhat mysterious detail. It's not until fairly late in the book that these explosions are fully explained by Captain Anthony R. Whitaker of the Port Authority Police Department (pg. 188):
There were explosions everywhere. They were causing mass hysteria. Everyone started screaming about car bombs. What it was though, were hot pieces of structural steel from Tower 1 flying through the air like toothpicks. The steel was so hot that when it hit a vehicle it ignited the gasoline.
Ernest Armstead, an emergency medical specialist with the New York Fire Department, further adds in his interview that among those exploding vehicles were at least a couple of police cars and even a fire truck (pg. 154).
Murphy also wisely orients things around geography and (when appropriate) particular ordeals. The book's sections include "In the North Tower," "In the South Tower," "On the Outside," "To the Rescue," "Narrow Escapes," and "In the Pentagon." Each of these zones of experience has its own unique, shared aspects, as the narrators reveal in their interviews. "In the Pentagon" is the only portion of the book dedicated to what happened in Washington, though it's more robust that I initially presumed it would be. In fact, the interviews are hugely clarifying about things that are probably comparatively fuzzier in the public consciousness; it may be just one section, but it likely won't leave readers wanting.
One choice that hasn't aged especially well, though, is Murphy's decision to begin each section of the book with a quote from either Rudy Giuliani or George W. Bush. As the de facto spokesmen for the tragedy, this might have made some sense at the time of publication; but today it seems to give their words a kind of authority that they don't deserve, and to ignore their propagandistic qualities (which where plainly obvious then as now).
Still, this is really the only noticeable blemish. And there is at least one more major strength to be enumerated, and that is the amazingly short time-span in which this book was researched, written, and published. Murphy did all of his preparations, conducted these interviews, and had the book in print within a year of the attacks. This means that the memories, stories, thoughts, and feelings contained in September 11 are alive in a way that they might not have been if the book were written, say, last year. Furthermore, it speaks to his incredible efficacy, resilience, and ability to roll with a colossal story as it unfolds. In this regard, it reminds me of Spike Lee's masterpiece When the Levees Broke: A Requiem in Four Acts (2006), a massive documentary film in the oral history mode that was miraculously completed by the one-year anniversary of its subject: Hurricane Katrina.
I'll be interested to see what The Only Plane in the Sky is able to do in terms of illuminating aspects of the attacks of September 11, 2001, that previous histories (including other oral histories) have not been able to illuminate. That said, I'm sort of rooting for it not to become recognized as "the definitive record of 9/11 reminiscences," if only because I would hate for readers to miss out on existing (and future) oral histories on the subject, including especially September 11. It's out-of-print as it is — an ignoble fate for what I would say is an essential and irreplaceable document.


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Marie is a dual student of Continental and opens up about her 3 month assignment in Shanghai.
Author: Marie Bradt
My name is Marie Sophie Bradt and I´m participating in the integrated Bachelor program, defined as dual studies at Continental. The program characterizes as a three year assignment combining the theory of a Bachelors Degree in the field of Business Administration and practical experience gained within an apprenticeship. While most of the different stages included in the practical part took place in Hannover, Germany I was able to spend three months abroad having an international assignment in Shanghai, China. Beside my work as a ContiBachelor, I´m a member of the social media competence team, taking care of all content related to student, pupils and apprentices on Facebook and Instagram. Therefore I don´t only create posts about my personal experience as a ContiBachlor, but also publish interviews and experiences of other students and apprentices.
"Started from the bottom…" with Anna Beermann
Absolving practical phases in totally different departments, participating in interesting events and experiencing a great team spirit: That's what Anna tells about her apprenticeship.
Ready, Steady, Go! How I Entered my Working Life
After her apprenticeship at Continental Evin is now working as an Executive Assistant. Get to know more about her first steps into the working life and why she appreciates having colleagues around you that you can count on.
My First 100 Days as an Industrial Management Apprentice at Continental
Last summer Alex started his apprenticeship in industrial management in Hanover. In this interview he shares his first impressions and highlights with us.


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Texas Buddies
You're going to go to Texas with your crush! You are just friends for now, but who knows what might happen in Texas! You know he likes you too, it's just a matter of days before he confesses his feelings. And you know that Texas is the perfect place for that! Let's get ready and go to Texas!


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We recognise that your Will arrangements are a personal matter and you may wish them to remain confidential. However, if you were to let us know if the College is included in your Will, it would offer us an opportunity to thank you and invite you to join the Woodlark Society, should you wish to do so. Joining the Society is a matter of preference and some legators prefer to decline membership.
"My degree, because of the superb teaching I received, allowed me a first career as an academic, through which I also met my wife, Susan. Sadly, I cannot think of funding anything like the scholarship which supported me as an undergraduate. But, because I owe so much to the College, my wife and I want to give whatever we can manage."
Peter Allan (1954, Law) and Susan Craig
"It was very easy for me to decide to leave a legacy to Catz when drawing up a will, for three reasons: to enable St Catharine's to continue to provide the great educational and community experience that I enjoyed; to follow the example of my late father, Ansel, who also left a legacy to Catz; and because as a charity trustee I am well aware of the value of legacies as a vital source of funding."
Katerina Gould (1983, Law)
"The wonderful community in Catz has given me great friends, constant intellectual stimulation and amazing support. Recognising what a huge benefit I have received from the College, I wanted to respond in a practical way by making a bequest in my will."
The late Professor Sir Alan Battersby (1969, Honorary Fellow)
"My three years at St Catharine's were a watershed in my life. It was the first time I had lived abroad. I was a shy and uncertain girl when I came to St Catharine's, but I left as an independent and confident person. Leaving a bequest for St Catharine's is my way of thanking the College for that personal transformation and a way to pass it on to future generations."
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A former aide at an assisted living facility received a prison sentence Wednesday after admitting she assaulted a patient in her care.
The 32-year-old woman was sentenced to four to 23 months after pleading guilty to a charge of simple assault.
On the day of the incident, the aide was responsible for giving a 90-year-old patient a shower. The client was wheelchair-bound and incapable of speaking.
Prior to being alone with the patient, coworkers had noticed that the aide appeared to be agitated.
Some 15 minutes later, they noticed her wiping blood from her patient's face, where they saw several bruises and abrasions, according to the criminal complaint.
The former aide also must pay a $100 fine and undergo anger management counseling as part of her sentence. For more, read the story.
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I am sharing 3 fun and easy DIY Halloween decorations today! I'm not big on DIYs anymore. At this point in my life when I see an adorable DIY that will take me all afternoon, I either
A) buy it or B) pin it and never do it
3 Easy DIY Halloween Decorations For Busy Moms
Pin Now, Save For Later:
These DIY Halloween projects are for the slacker moms like me who only want to do projects if they take 5 minutes or less. And all you Martha Moms out there, feel free to do it better!
(Did you catch my whole Halloween Tour this year? I showed these 3 projects in my home! )
1. Colorblock Jar DIY
I wanted some pretty twinkly candles for my Halloween mantel, and came up with this. It is so pretty, it can stay right there for the holidays too! In the Spring and Summer this would make a beautiful vase.
I was inspired by this jar here! Isn't that beautiful and so simple? I have seen other women making this to be used as a vase.
Materials Needed:
- Large Mason Jar or better, something with a pretty lip at the top
- White spray paint
- Painters Tape
- Plastic Bag
- Twinkle Lights on a battery or candles. Or, a white strand of battery operated Christmas lights would look great!
I used this narrow but large mason jar, and another much bigger jar. The big jar actually is a drink dispenser- it leaks when you drink from the spout, but its still cute. This was a great way to repurpose it!
Clean the jar before painting. I did not measure where I put the painters tape. I adjusted a bit to make sure it was straight- but I was just winging it! Make sure you flatten down the painters tape tightly so the paint can't seep underneath.
Spray lightly in stages. I didn't use primer. So, if you want to wash your vase heavily than perhaps use primer.
Do It Better: Use a jar with a prettier lip to look even cuter. Or try a jar that is wider at the bottom and slimmer towards the top.
Or, buy this already made:
2. Skeleton Buried In A Jar DIY
This was my favorite of all the Easy DIY Halloween Decorations! Only because my 11 year old wanted to help me, who rarely wants to do anything crafty. But asking him to take apart a skeleton sounded cool to him.
I added flour in the bottom to make it look like he was in the ground.. You could also use sand, moss etc. Isn't that a cute centerpiece?
Materials Needed (All Amazon Links!):
- Small skeleton or this bag of skulls
- Jar that the skeleton can fit inside (I used this jar)
- Sand, flour, etc
Take the skeleton apart, place in the jar!
Do It Better: Tie some black and white twine, ribbon or a strip of black cheesecloth around the top of the jar to finish it off!
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3. Ghost Cake Stand
Can I even include this in my Easy DIY Halloween Decorations? I almost feel silly calling it a DIY because it's so basic, but the kids love it.
Materials Needed:
Instead of going to the craft store for cotton batting, I found an old cheap bed pillow that was no longer being used. Inside was clean, white cotton batting!
Cut the black felt into large ovals, making sure they will fit. Stick on the dome with painters tape. Fill the cake dome with your cotton batting. Done!
Do It Better: If you have a few cake stands, group 3 together. Give each mouth a different shape for a spooky look.
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Hotels near Inverness Airport
Inverness Airport is the air gateway for the Highlands and Islands of Scotland and handles more than 330 scheduled flights a week to Scottish and UK destinations. It is the largest of 10 airports serving the region operated by Highlands and Islands Airports Limited. Scheduled flights operate daily to Inverness from London Gatwick, London Heathrow, London Luton, Belfast, Birmingham, Bristol, Manchester, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Stornoway in the Western Isles, Kirkwall in Orkney and Sumburgh in Shetland. The airport is located 9 miles east of the City of Inverness just off the main A96 trunk road and its facilities include on site car hire, restaurant and bar, shop, and 650 pay car parking spaces. Taxis are available at the airport and buses operate to and from the airport terminal to Inverness city centre and towns to the east.
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Specializing in the Marketing and Sales of Residential Homes - HUD - VA - Government owned - Foreclosures - Preforeclosures and Bank work-out specialist. Commercial Real Estate Sales and Marketing of Hotels, Restaurants, Strip Malls, Apartment Complexes
|I am the President of New World Realty, Served two years as an elected official of North Attleboro Planning Board * Former President, Vice President and former Sergeant of Arms * Current Board of Directors of the North Attleboro Plainville Rotary Club. Board of Directors Bayshore One Condominiums Belleair Florida, Board of Directors Corliss Village Providence Rhode Island, Board of Incorporators YMCA.
|Graduate of Foxboro High School, Dean Jr. College and Stonehill College. Licensed as a Real Estate Broker in Massachusetts, Rhode Island and Florida. Designations GRI, CBR.
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As a bonus, we got some awesome little charms in at the shop, and one of them just happened to match my new set perfectly. So I brought one home and promptly made it into a zipper pull.
Perfect, right? Man, I love it when that happens. Double yay!! More of the zipity-do-da-ness.
As a side note, this is what happens when you forget to adjust the white balance setting on your camera:
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|Trolltech | Documentation | Qt Quarterly | « Data Sharing with Class | Fun, Fast and Flexible Qt Script »
|Early Easter Eggs
Qt has a very flexible and powerful event system. In this article, we will use it to hide an Easter egg in an application -- too late for this year's Easter, but early enough for next year.
An object can monitor another object's events by calling QObject::installEventFilter():
targetObj->installEventFilter( monitorObj );
After the call, all events destined for the target object first pass through the monitor object's eventFilter() virtual function. And if the target object is qApp, the events for all objects in the application pass through the monitor's eventFilter() function.
This technique can be used to implement an EasterEgg class that helps you hide Easter eggs in your application. For example, as long as the EasterEgg object constructed below exists, the doSomething() slot of myWin is called when the user types the magic word 'TEKEHTOPA':
EasterEgg egg1( "TEKEHTOPA", myWin, SLOT(doSomething()) );
We will present the code for EasterEgg step by step, starting with the class definition.
class EasterEgg : public QObject { Q_OBJECT public: EasterEgg( const char *magicWord, QObject *target, const char *slot ); virtual bool eventFilter( QObject *obj, QEvent *event ); signals: void found(); private: QCString magic; int j; };
The EasterEgg class inherits QObject and reimplements QObject::eventFilter(). The private data member magic holds the magic word, and j holds how far the user got into typing it. For example, if magic is 'TEKEHTOPA' and the user has typed 'TEKE' so far, then j equals 4. The found() signal is emitted when the user has typed the entire magic word.
EasterEgg::EasterEgg( const char *magicWord, QObject *target, const char *slot ) : magic( magicWord ), j( 0 ) { qApp->installEventFilter( this ); connect( this, SIGNAL(found()), target, slot ); }
The constructor initializes the private data members, installs the EasterEgg object as a monitor for the application's events, and connects found() to the slot passed as parameter.
bool EasterEgg::eventFilter( QObject *obj, QEvent *event ) { if ( event->type() == QEvent::KeyPress ) { QKeyEvent *keyEvent = (QKeyEvent *) event; int key = keyEvent->key(); if ( magic[j] == key ) { j++; if ( j == magic.length() ) { emit found(); j = 0; } } else { int right = j; while ( j > 0 ) { if ( magic[j - 1] == key && magic.left(j - 1) == magic.mid(right - j + 1, j - 1) ) break; j--; } } } return FALSE; }
The reimplementation of QObject::eventFilter() updates j according to which key is pressed. If the key is the expected one, j is incremented by one; otherwise, j is decremented. The found() signal is emitted when the magic word has been typed, and j is then reset to 0. At the end of the function, we return FALSE, indicating that the event should be propagated to its target object.
The code that decrements j (the 'else' branch of the 'if' above) is tricky. It's tempting to reset j to 0, but that would sometimes be wrong. For example, if the user typed 'TEKT', j should be 1, not 0, since the last T can be the first T of 'TEKEHTOPA'. If the magic word is 'OOP', j equals 2 when the user has typed 'OO' and should remain 2 when a third 'O' is typed.
The beauty of this approach is that it doesn't require a QApplication subclass and it allows multiple Easter eggs, with distinct magic words, simultaneously. Its main limitation is that it only understands key presses, but there's nothing fundamentally different with other types of event.
Easter eggs are one of the most charming traditions of computer science, along with video game cheats. The EasterEgg class can be used for both. If you want to find out more about Easter Eggs, including the 'Spy Hunter' style game in Microsoft Excel 2000, see the Easter Eggs Archive at www.eeggs.com.
If you want to find out more about event filters, read the documentation for QApplication::notify() as well as Events and Filters.
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Greetings, Agents of Impact!
Welcome to ImpactAlpha's weekly "follow the talent" roundup of impact investing career moves, job openings, events and opportunities. Help the growing ImpactAlpha community follow your talent: Send job moves, mandates, event announcements and other news to firstname.lastname@example.com.
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Bertrand Badré, Blue Like an Orange Sustainable Capital. The former chief financial officer of the World Bank published a book last year, "Can Finance Save the World," with prescriptions for mobilizing global capital for climate action, poverty reduction and other Sustainable Development Goals. The World Bank faces a leadership transition, but Badré has long since moved on to pursue his ambitions from the outside. His Blue Like an Orange team has raised its first $100 million to make loans to companies and financial institutions in Latin America. Its second investment is $30 million in mezzanine debt for Cabify, a Spanish ride-hailing service with a presence in nine Latin American countries and an emphasis on driver and rider safety. Its first investment was a $20 million loan to Ecuadorian small business lender, Produbanco. Both deals are co-investments with the Inter-American Development Bank, part of Blue Like an Orange's strategy to bridge public and private finance. Badré's book lays the blame for the Great Recession at the foot of global finance, but pleads for another chance. "When used intelligently with benevolence and inventiveness, finance can accomplish great things," he writes. "It is without a doubt a poor master, but what a wonderful servant!" Follow ImpactAlpha on Instagram.
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Chris Slevin, previously Senator (and presidential hopeful) Cory Booker's legislative director, joins Economic Innovation Group as vice president… Rachel Reilly, formerly impact investing director at Enterprise Community Partners, also joins Economic Innovation Group, according to a tweet from Reilly… Stavros Koutsantonis, ex- of Brookfield Asset Management, joins Conservation Resource Partners as managing director of conservation farming…
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Gov. Martinez, Donald Trump discuss immigration, border security at White House
Gov. Susana Martinez visits New Mexico National Guard and Border Patrol in Santa Teresa on Thursday, April 26, 2018. Las Cruces Sun-News
WASHINGTON - President Donald Trump dined Monday evening with Republican governors supportive of his immigration policies to discuss plans for border security and deporting people in the U.S. illegally.
Trump says the nation's immigration laws are the worst of anywhere in the world, particularly so-called catch-and-release policies, under which federal immigration officers release those detained for being in the U.S. illegally pending legal proceedings. Trump says, "We have to end it."
MORE: The Trump card: New Mexico candidates evoke president's name in campaigns
Trump says progress on a border wall is being made but calls on Congress to provide more funding toward his signature campaign promise.
Govs. Asa Hutchinson of Arkansas, Doug Doucey of Arizona, Phil Bryant of Mississippi, Susana Martinez of New Mexico and Henry McMaster of South Carolina joined the president for dinner.
MORE: Border states pledge 1,600 troops for Trump's border fight


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It's no secret that Rock Band and Guitar Hero, which are two powerful music franchises, are still in a war for market supremacy and will do whatever they can to prove that their product is better than the oppositions'.
That is why Activision has triumphantly announced that Guitar Hero is outselling Rock Band by 6 to 1.
The reason apparently being that they have access to 30% of the world's music through Universal and that they have 2000 people working on Guitar Hero titles. That compared to the couple hundred people that work on Rock Band.
Both are very valid reasons, but what about the fact that Australia and South Africa have yet to get Rock Band 1 on their shores even though Rock Band 2 has already been released. It wouldn't change the figures drastically but it would give a better representation of exactly how well Guitar Hero franchise compares to Rock Band.
It is still a very impressive statistic to have on your side and I don't blame them for showing off.
source: Gamerchip
Last Updated: September 18, 2008


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Getting your Be°Craft piece is very simple.
While we are waiting for a new webshop to be launched, simply email us a link of the product you like at firstname.lastname@example.com.
We deliver worldwide.
Maybe there is a shop that sells Be°Craft in your city. If that is the case, we'll be happy to point you at your nearest retail point of sale.
If you have a special project in mind, we have to exchange a few emails before starting the actual production. All your ideas are welcome.
B2B partners are always welcome, too. Feel free to request all the materials and terms of sale.


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Please contact Twisted Creek Paddlesports to make your reservation:
443.212.8979 www.twistedcreekpaddlesports.com
Kayak Tours (Saturday Morning 8-10 am):
$50/single kayak & $75/double kayak
SUP Tours (Sunday Morning 8-10 am):
$75/ person
Take part in a 2 hour guided tour of Harness Creek and the South River. Early Morning and Evening Paddles are scheduled every weekend all season long. Enjoy tranquil settings to open water views and sightings of Blue Heron, deer, osprey and more. Brief instruction included for beginners. Reservations required.
Kayak Lessons (Every Saturday 10:30-12:30): $75/ person
SUP Lessons (Every Sunday 10:30-12:30): $75/person
Paddle or Pedal Rentals, Quiet Waters Park Basic Kayaking and SUP is a 2 hour course designed for new paddlers interested in increasing skills, safety, knowledge and enjoyment on the water. Course includes brief gear lecture, kayak entry and exit, multiple strokes, efficiency, and discussions on safety. Wet exits and T-rescues will be discussed and/or demonstrated (water must be over 60 degrees). This course is based on ACA guidelines and will emphasize a solid foundation in beginner fundamentals.
Private Kayak or SUP Lessons:
There is a 2 hour minimum.
Cost: $125.00/ person for two hours
Dates: Call 410-271-7007
Cost: $50.00 ea. per Single Kayak or Paddleboard / $75.00 Double Occupancy Tandem Kayak
Description: Sunset Tours at the park are back. Our sunset tours are offered the same evenings as the park's Summer Concert series. This allows us to enjoy a little music in the background of our adventure together. Launch out of Quiet Waters Park's Harness Creek via Stand Up Paddleboard, Single Kayak or Double Kayak. Paddle out to the South River and east and into the Tranquil Loden's Pond. Return to the South River travelling west into the Sunset and return to the pier using lights.
Considerations: This is a 2+ hour tour. Winds and boat wakes are often encountered. We paddle rain or shine. It is encouraged that children aged 8-14 years old ride in double kayaks with a parent or guardian. Children aged 14 and up are offered the option to paddle solo. This tour is planned with beginners and novices in mind. Brief Instruction is offered and safety is always the first priority. Arrive early as the park will be crowded.
What to Bring (suggested):
Drinking water, snack, towel, change of clothes, sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, water shoes, waterproof container or bag, tethered camera, waterproof flash light, croakies.
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We're currently in a motel room in Bemidji, about eight miles behind schedule. The first days have been harder than expected and have given us little time for playing music, lounging on our hammocks or blogging. We'll have a longer post on these first few days as soon as we can catch our breath. And dry our clothes. Long story.
5 thoughts on "A Quick Update on the Early Days"
A long story already! I'm sure you will make up the time farther down the river. Here at PDF we are all mentally paddling with you.
Don't worry too much about being behind. The water is pretty high right now on the Minnesota portion so going a little slower to let things go down won't be a bad thing.
Keep going!
We were pleased to meet you in Bemidji. We, on our trek back to Oregon (in a covered station wagon). I admire and envy the two of you. Its an adventure you have embarked upon, one you will never forget. Grace and I will be following your journey.


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Car Hire Bamberg
Bamberg is a beautiful city located in Bavaria, Germany. Bamberg has an area of 21.07 square miles and a population of more than 70,000 residents, according to the 2010 census. Situated on the Regnitz River, Bamberg is located in Upper Franconia, being considered a historic city. In fact, the historic center of Bamberg has been listed as a UNESCO world heritage site. Bamberg was first settled during the Roman times, the city having a rich and interesting history. Its beautiful historical buildings and great heritage are just some of the reasons why Bamberg is a popular tourist destination nowadays. The German city is also filled with wonderful places of interest that should be visited by all tourists.
Top Attractions within Bamberg
The Bamberg Cathedral is a spot not to be missed by visitors arriving in the German city. The cathedral was founded in 1004, but partially destroyed by a fire in 1012, being then under a restoration process. The religious site hosts numerous historic works of art, one of the most impressive ones being the marble tomb of the founder and his wife, which has been designed by famous sculptor Tilman Riemenschneider.
The Rose Garden at the New Residenz is a wonderful natural spot located in Bamberg. This is the perfect place to visit if you want to relax, admire some beautiful views and enjoy the lovely natural area. After a busy day out in Bamberg, make sure to include this spot into your route.
The Historisches Museum Bamberg is the place to visit if you want to learn more about the history of the area and its development. Numerous beautiful collections are hosted by the museum which preserves the history of the German city. Fascinating displays can be visited in this history museum.
Fellini Ristorante is a great place to visit for delicious Italian food. The menu is varied, the food is great and prices are always good. However, if you want to taste traditional German food while being in Bamberg make sure to include Restaurant Kornblume into your route.


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1. How to paint a brick wall
Not everyone loves the look of an unpainted brick wall.
In many homes, a face brick wall serves as a feature, but when homeowners use dark brick, it can make a room look old fashioned and depressing. Give a brick wall an update and refresh a room with paint.
The first step is to clean the wall. If this is an exterior wall, hose it down with a high-pressure spray.
Wash down indoor brick walls with a whitewashing brush and warm, soapy water. Let the wall dry and then inspect it for cracks or damaged areas that need to be fixed before painting.
It's always a good idea to apply a brick or universal primer before painting, as this seals the surface of the brick and provides a good bond between brick and paint. You can choose from various product ranges for an affordable primer.
Now that the preparation work is done, apply two coats of paint using a paintbrush to get into the cracks and crevices, and a low-nap roller to get a smooth finish.
White is a popular choice for painting brick, however, when choosing a light colour, be sure to use a paint that is easy to clean.
Let the paint dry in between coats. This will allow you to assess the finished result before determining whether any additional coats are necessary.
White is a popular choice for painting brick, however, when choosing a light colour, be sure to use a paint that is easy to clean. Matt or satin paints are not easy to scrub, as such, they are not recommended for painting brick walls. Rather use a sheen or gloss paint for these areas.
2. How to paint over ceramic tiles
If you don't have the funds to rip out and replace tiles, consider using paint which offers a short-term alternative.
For a longer lasting finish, it's important to prepare the surface properly before painting tiles. It's important to ensure that your bathroom is well-ventilated before you start painting.
Before painting, it's essential that you thoroughly clean the tiles and let them dry. Use sugar soap to scrub the tiles and grout, and repeat for grubby areas, before rinsing and letting the area dry for a couple of days.
Before painting, it's essential that you thoroughly clean the tiles and let them dry. To ensure that the grout is clean, scrub this area with an old toothbrush.
To ensure that the grout is clean, scrub this area with an old toothbrush.
Lightly sand the tiles with a fine sanding sponge or 180-grit sandpaper. This might seem a bit silly, but a light sanding will ensure that the tiles are clean and give a better bond for the primer coat.
A primer coat is important when painting over ceramic tiles as it allows the painted finish to bond to the tile surface, ensuring that the paint does not peel.
Prominent Paints Ultra Prime is a high-performance, water based primer that can be used to prepare ceramic wall tiles for painting. Apply this with a paintbrush and low-nap paint roller, and follow the guidelines for proper application on the can.
You can apply a quality eggshell, semigloss or gloss enamel paint over the primer, which can be tinted to almost any colour hue.
Bear in mind that if you don't want a solid colour over the tiled wall you'll need to apply masking strips over the grout lines. Follow the recommended application guidelines on the can, and be sure to allow sufficient drying time between coats.
Painting hardwood floors in light hues can immediately brighten up living spaces.
3. How to paint hardwood floors
Painting hardwood floors in light hues can immediately brighten up living spaces. A long-time popular trend in Scandinavian countries, painted hardwood floors are now trending worldwide.
When painting a hardwood floor, you need to use a paint that will withstand daily foot traffic. For this reason, you'll want to select quality products for use on wood.
Read through the technical specifications to determine whether the products can be applied on their own or whether a top coat polyurethane sealer is recommended.
Prepare the floor by sanding the existing finish. This can help deglaze a varnish, sealer finish or smooth the finish. Thoroughly clear away the dust after sanding using a vacuum cleaner or slightly damp mop. Allow a wet floor to dry completely.
For a quality, longer lasting finish, apply a wood primer before painting, especially if you are painting on raw wood. Use a paintbrush to ensure complete, even coverage over the floor. Start at the farthest corner and work your way out of the room and allow the specified drying time.
While a paintbrush will give full coverage, a paint roller is faster, so combine the two for a quick and easy finish that is also smooth.
Application is best done using a paintbrush to ensure complete coverage. While a paintbrush will give full coverage, a paint roller is faster, so combine the two for a quick and easy finish that is also smooth. Apply light, even coats, rather than loading the brush with too much paint, as this will spoil the finish and take longer to dry.
Allow sufficient drying time between coats, and during this time, you can stand back and decide whether or not to apply additional coats. Also read the instructions for the proper drying time before you can walk on the painted floors.
Good to know
Depending on the product used, for high-traffic areas, you may want to apply a clear polyurethane sealer for added protection.
Article courtesy of www.home-dzine.co.za.
Additional info: https://www.property24.com/articles/top-painting-tips-for-walls-and-floors/25211


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Asian Tribune is published by E-LANKA MEDIA(PVT)Ltd. Vol. 20 No. 73
Mr. Ranil Wickremasinghe, is to participate in the Valikamam North Hunger Strike Campaign against the Security Forces' occupation of civilian houses and lands.
India's capital Delhi has most rape cases among 35 cities in India according to 'Times of India'. The national capital has recorded 23.43 percent increase in rape cases in 2012 compared to past year.
The annual get-together of the ITEC participants and Sri Lankan students who studied in India under the Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR) Scholarship Schemes was celebrated on Friday, 8th February, at Hotel Taj Samudra.
Tuberculosis (TB) is one of the most under-reported and under-rated chronic disease for children across the world. Although childhood TB has been receiving attention from global health experts, it still remains a major cause for illness and death of children.
12th February of 2013 is the 66th anniversary of the Union Day of Burma. It marks the signing ceremony of the 'Historic Panglong Agreement' between General Aung San and leaders of the Chin, Kachin and Shan ethnic groups guaranteeing a genuine federal union of Burma.
The Sri Lankan community in the Greater Los Angeles area celebrated the 65th anniversary of our independence last night at the Redondo Beach Performing Arts Center. The two-part evening, sponsored by the Consul General Dr. Hector Weerasinghe and the Consulate staff, started with traditional and religious presentations and observances, and ended with cultural performances by several local Sri Lankan youth groups.
In a shocking move, the Pope Benedict XVI, 85, announced that he would resign on 28 February citing the lack of strength due to advanced age to carry out his duties. The abrupt announcement has even rattled the Vatican insiders.
The official web site of the Commonwealth denies the reports published in certain media on Monday which said the Commonwealth has taken the decision to choose Sri Lanka as host venue of the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) in November 2013.
After the announcement of resignation by Pope Benedict, as an inexplicable coincidence, the dome of the basilica of St Peter was struck by a bolt of lightning which a cameraman captured in vivid detail during a thunderstorm in Rome.
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Some utilities are starting to work proactively with regulators to shorten demand-side management program approval time -- historically a slow, inflexible process.
This more collaborative, conversational approach can yield better demand-side management (DSM) programs, as well as broader benefits for utilities, customers and regulators, say experts.
"There is a new paradigm with DSM, as there is a lot of learning for everyone to do in this space," said Mason Smith, energy and utility expert at PA Consulting Group.
New technologies for DSM present new opportunities to realize grid and business benefits -- especially in terms of demand flexibility ("flexiwatt") programs, where utilities use automation to shift some behind-the-meter loads. However, some utility investments in these technologies will pay off, and some will fail. This presents a challenge, since the current program approval process can discourage utilities from experimentation.
The potential upside of demand flexibility is immense. A 2015 Rocky Mountain Institute report, The Economics of Demand Flexibility, estimated that widespread implementation of residential demand flexibility can save 10 percent to 15 percent in grid management costs. Also, customers could cut their electric bills 10 percent to 40 percent through dynamic rates and existing technologies.
The regulatory process hasn't always supported this potential. Historically, program approval has involved two one-way conversations, with a utility taking six months to put together a lengthy filing for a program, and then regulators taking roughly the same amount of time to develop their own lengthy responding order.
Actively engaging regulators well before a filing happens can significantly cut down on the approval timeframe -- sometimes by as much as half, said Smith.
In 2014, PA Consulting helped Hawaiian Electric Co. develop an integrated demand response portfolio plan that focused on flexiwatt options. In its ensuring order, the Hawaii Public Utilities Commission appointed a special advisor to collaborate with the utility as it further developed and implemented its plan.
"The special advisor can provide the utility with constructive advice on how best to move forward with their ideas. Also, the advisor can keep the PUC apprised of the direction the utility is pursuing before the filing is complete," said Smith. "Most importantly, the ongoing discourse allows for adjustments or course corrections in real time."
Some utilities that have successfully engaged regulators around demand flexibility programs include Commonwealth Edison, Duke Energy, and Georgia Power.
"In particular, Georgia Power has done a good job trying out-of-the-box programs and communicating with regulators about how they're doing it," said Steve Propper, director of GTM Research's grid edge practice. "They invite their regulators in and give them under-the-hood access to demonstration projects. This helps regulators understand how utilities actually work with customers in daily interactions. It's valuable for regulators to spend some time sitting in a control center, seeing all the things that need to happen for utility programs to operate."
Many regulators are eager for a more proactive conversation around program approval and the resource-planning processes.
"We are constantly asking: Can we do this better, cheaper, in ways that don't commit us to new power plants with a life span of 25 to 30 years?" said Travis Kavulla, president of the National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners and vice chairman of the Montana Public Service Commission. "We want utilities to do more with demand response, as long as it's reliable."
Kavulla recommends that utilities start to engage regulators while developing their integrated resource plan -- since these are not contested cases, like a rate case or formal approval of a demand response program.
"The integrated resource plan is a great opportunity to familiarize regulators with new ways of doing things," said Kavulla. "Utilities tend to be more comfortable explaining their thinking in advance in a less contested setting. And regulators can see various alternatives costed out for comparison."
In addition to having an independent special advisor act as a liaison between the regulator and the utility, public forums and other transparency efforts can keep ratepayers in the loop.
In early 2015, while HECO was developing its most recent demand response plan, the utility held a two-day summit in order to get all the issues on the table. "As customers take an increasingly larger and more active role in the system, it's beneficial for utilities to check in with the customers and keep the lines of communication open," said Smith.
Transparency and engagement can also be effective program marketing. If a utility offers a flexiwatt program, it will need to target participants. Summits and other kinds of outreach efforts during program development can spur participation.
Ultimately, effectively engaging regulators around demand-side management might help regulators be more open to enabling utilities to earn a return not just on capital costs, but also on operations and maintenance costs for developing and deploying innovative programs.
"In most industries, companies earn returns not only on capital investments, but on human capital as well," said Smith. "In order to drive progress as the grid continues to evolve, it will be important to introduce incentives that effectively compensate utilities for designing and implementing innovative programs as well as capital."
This article is part of a Next Generation Utility series from PA Consulting. Find more news and analysis on the subject here.


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Network Policies
The networks provided at district buildings is provided as a resource to assist staff and students in performing their education and administrative tasks. Access to the system can be denied at any time. (Insert District Policy Network Access Link)
Staff members are allowed to connect personal devices to the school network using their school provided credentials and must adhear to the following guidelines.
Network Access Policies
- Authorization to connect to the network has been given to the staff members through their school-provided credentials.
- Only use your credentials on your personally-owned or district-provided devices.
- Do NOT allow guests or students to use your credentials on their devices.
- Guest access is to be managed through staff members designated to do so.
- Using staff credentials give the device staff access to the network, meaning certain pages that students do not have access to will be available on these devices.
- Access and credentials can be revoked or changed at any time without warning.
- All devices on the district network are subject to traffic monitoring and filtering, whether district-owned or personal.


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- 1 tsp medium curry powder
- 1 tbsp Branston original pickle
- 2 tbsp mayonnaise
- 300g leftover turkey meat, chopped or shredded
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/2 cucumber
- 1 bag watercress salad
- Handful of flaked toasted almonds
- Crusty bread, to serve
- In a large bowl, mix together the curry powder, Branston pickle and mayonnaise. Add the turkey and toss to coat the meat completely.
- In a small bowl, mix the olive oil and lemon juice with a little seasoning.
- Halve the cucumber lengthways and use a teaspoon to scoop out all the seeds. Chop into half moon slices.
- Divide the watercress and cucumber between two plates. Dress with the olive oil and lemon juice mixture then top with the coronation turkey.
- Finally, scatter with the almonds and serve with crusty bread.


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It's TEAM Work
TEAM will be hosting their annual national Networking Conference at Whittlebury Hall on Friday the 29th of March. This will be their 7th year hosting this event where they bring together recruitment agencies, suppliers and service providers that support growing recruitment companies.
We are proud to be partnered with TEAM, as a service provider, to promote our bespoke range of invoice finance and back office solutions.
For recruitment agencies throughout the UK this is an event that you wouldn't want to miss. It gives your agency the opportunity to network with other recruiters and streamline your processes and ideas. The event also has many providers such as ourselves who are there to help, advise and support your business.
It's the Calverton Culture
We deal with many different recruitment agencies via email and telephone but there really is nothing better than meeting someone face to face and putting a face to a name. At Calverton we like to use the phrase – "it's the Calverton Culture" and a huge part of that is priding ourselves on being an open and honest service provider. So please come and say hello, we will be located in the main hall, next to the stage.
Bigger and Better
This year's event looks to be even bigger and better - there's a wide range of seminars to visit, all of which offer invaluable help and advice on the trials and tribulations of running a recruitment agency.
No doubt subjects such as Brexit, how to positively engage with customers and contractors, beneficial sales techniques and how to make the most out of social media will be hot topics. These seminars will all be delivered and headed up by influential and industry leading guest speakers.
Total Peace of Mind
There will also be very useful seminars and talks based around current legislations, compliance and risk. These are subjects that we at Calverton are passionate about, and we aim to support recruiters with up to date knowledge. Take our back office recruitment finance option for example; PayFactory, which is fully compliant and regulated, so you have total peace of mind.
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"Peavy Chiropractic Clinic helped me tremendously with my back and neck pain."
After sustaining a back injury that left him hardly able to walk and being rehabilitated by chiropractic care, Dr. Walters knew he had to help others by becoming a chiropractor.
"It is very rewarding to see so many last resort difficult cases get well with Chiropractic care, after all else has failed the patients," he says. He appreciates the warm welcome from all of the Peavy Chiropractic Clinic patients.
From a young age, Dr. Houseal knew that becoming a chiropractor was his mission. After studying at Palmer College of Chiropractic in 1975, he began practicing.
Dr. Houseal is renowned for his compassion, dedication, and experience. "It truly is fantastic when a patient tells us they have their normal active life back often times after years of suffering," he says.
After suffering from migraines throughout childhood and being told to "live with the pain," Dr. Peavy eventually found relief through chiropractic care from his father-in-law. This inspired him to care for others in pain. After studying with skilled doctors at Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport, Iowa, Dr. Peavy began to practice.
"I thank God, my family, and the thousands of last resort difficult so called 'hopeless' cases who have allowed us to help them regain their quality of life without drugs or surgery," he says.


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Note: A lot of details in my review have not been given out, because I don't want to spoil the many surprises the movie has to offer
Just came back about 20 mins ago after catching the preview show of Peter Jackson's King Kong, and thought that I'd pen down my thoughts on it.
To be honest, I had no idea of what the movie was going to be about.
Over the years, I had developed a kind of a subconscious image of the movie King Kong being about a big Gorilla and a human girl he falls for.
I have not seen the earlier movies – there were about 4 of them made according to IMDB, so I don't really quite know how much this stuck to the originals, but here goes anyways…
The Review
The film starts with a very vintage look – I guess it has too…
It is set about sometime in the 1930s during the Great Depression of the United States (which actually lasted from 1929 – 1940)
The first half an hour of the movie takes us through the New York of the depressions – with thousands of people homeless, out of work, or going out of work.
The cinematography is impeccable.
Here, we are introduced to Jack Black who is sort of an obsessed movie maker who intends to make the next greatest adventure flick ever.
We are also introduced here to the very lovely Naomi Watts, who is an out of work actress and trying hard to make ends meet.
The other leading actor in the movie (besides King Kong himself) is the very suave Adrien Brody, who is also supposed to be the hero of the movie.
The first hour of the movie, as many people would tell is quite slow, but it was very interesting nevertheless.
The cinematography was a Peter Jackson true to life and you could really tell the directors focus to detail.
Even though the entire city was computer graphics, it was very realistic.
The second part of the movie is where the action actually picks up and this lasts for about the one hour and fifteen minutes.
The entire cast, reaches the shore of a ''to be believed'' lost island and that's when the real fun actually begins.
In this part, we are introduced to King Kong and also every other possible creature which has managed to survive through the centuries.
Here the computer graphics are at their best, with action packed chase sequences every five minutes – leaving you pretty much breathless and at the edge of your seat.
There are actually a LOT of chase sequences, but they improve on the ''adrenaline rush factor'' with every sequence …
During the second half, which is shot entirely on the island, the scenery is nice but sometimes, things get pretty gory – these guys have not edited out quite a lot of content – and mind you, some parts got pretty squeamish.
You'll also notice a lot of threads from the ''Return of the King'' battle sequences which are very noticeable.
This brings us to the last part of the movie, which again goes back to the city and hence goes into the emotional – drama track.
Though there is a King Kong rummaging through the city sequence, it was not as exciting as the island sequences.
I liked the overall acting of the cast and I think Jackson got the casting pretty much spot on.
Jack Black plays the looney director to perfection till the end, Adrien Brody also is good and Naomi Watts is stunning throughout the movie.
They all play their parts spot on – true to life.
Though, at many places, I found the supporting actors to be mediocre.
The plot of the movie is that there is no plot.
Sadly, there is hardly any story in the movie, and if I had to tell you the story, I could have done it in 5 – 10 lines.
But it is pretty much on the lines of the original movies – I am sure.
The background scores were pretty decent and kept up the pace of the movie at proper places. Though there was nothing outstanding about it (like as in Gladiator or Lord of the Rings)
The Computer Graphics were top notch. No question about it.
You'll probably get your money's worth just in the graphics quota.
Lastly, the cinematography is as good as it gets in any movie.
I did not find any flaws at all … and I was really impressed by it.
Ending Notes
At 3 hours 7 minutes, the movie does get pretty long, but it is worth it.
Some parts, in my opinion, could have done with some snipping – and the movie would be best at about 2 hours 45 mins or so.
I think what Peter Jackson has done here, is to take an old movie and do things which were never before possible.
This is apparent in all the action sequences and the amount of detail given to so many things.
After the ''Return of the King'', I did find this a touch disappointing, but the second hour almost made up for it.
Though at parts the movie becomes mind numbingly brilliant, there will be parts which go to the level of some B grade movies and make you cringe (this is mostly to do with the supporting actors) or maybe these parts were necessary in keeping with the original King Kongs.
However, many things lose touch with reality (which is kind of acceptable because it is a King Kong) movie.
But I sincerely believe, that the movie could have done with a fewer cliché's.
In the end, it turned out to be one cliché after another…
All in all, a very nicely made movie with a very nice cast to boast and a lot of effort put in it.
Definitely worth your hundred bucks.
King Kong
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A mother who bought her then 15-year-old daughter abortion pills online will appear in court on6 November 2018 to challenge a decision by the Public Prosecution Service in Northern Ireland to prosecute her.
The ground-breaking case will focus attention on the criminalisation of abortion in Northern Ireland. It is the first-time the Public Prosecution Service (PPS) has been challenged on a decision relating to Northern Ireland's restrictive abortion law. The first hearing of the case will take place over two days (6-7 November).
The mother faces two charges of unlawfully procuring and supplying the abortion drugs mifepristone and misoprostol with intent to procure a miscarriage, contrary to the 1861 Offences Against the Person Act. If her challenge is unsuccessful, the mother faces a criminal trial and up to five years in prison.
Amnesty is an intervenor in the case and has been working closely with the mother and legal team to contest the prosecution, which Amnesty believes is a breach of both the mother's and daughter's rights.
A Belfast judge who granted leave for the judicial review said the case raises "issues of considerable public importance and public debate".
The mother told Amnesty that she has been put through "five years of agony" and explained how "painful" it has been to have the prosecution hanging over her head "every single day of my life, and I try for the sake of my family to keep my head above water".
She continued: "[The prosecution and looming judgment] is there at every important moment of my and my children's lives – just hanging over me. The fear and pain of it all. I feel like I am not allowed to move on."
She also explained how she has been "struggling with anxiety and the only place I feel safe and I can speak is in work because it's anonymous and I have a distraction", and that she has lost all trust in doctors and no longer uses their services since it was her GP who told the police about the case.
Grainne Teggart, Amnesty International's Northern Ireland Campaign Manager, said: "This case is the first ever direct challenge to a prosecution under Northern Ireland's restrictive abortion law.
"All this mother has done is help her daughter access abortion pills that are prescribed free on the NHS in every other part of the UK. This is an obvious and cruel injustice. This woman has done nothing wrong and yet our laws treat her as a criminal. It's unacceptable that she has had to suffer and endure five distressing years of legal battles and a fight against a prison sentence.
"We hope the judges consider this case and its implications very carefully, and listen to the women, politicians, medical practitioners and lawyers who are all calling for an end to this cruel and outdated law.
"The UK Government has the power to change this situation now, they could decriminalise abortion and send a clear message that abortion is a matter for women and their doctors, not police and judges."
Jemma Conlon, the mother's lawyer, said: "This is an important day for my client. At the centre of this case is a loving mother and daughter who, over the past five years, have had to repeatedly endure and relive a private and distressing time in their lives. If we're successful in our challenge to the prosecution, this will contribute to the dismantling of a law that for so long has been used as a weapon against women and girls' rights."
Background to the case
A woman – who cannot be named to ensure her daughter's anonymity – is accused of two charges of unlawfully procuring and supplying abortion pills in 2013.
The charges are that she:
- "unlawfully procured a poison or other noxious thing, namely mifepristone and misoprostal, knowing that the same was intended to be unlawfully used or employed with intent to procure a miscarriage of the second applicant".
- "unlawfully supplied a poison or other noxious thing, namely mifepristone and misoprostal, knowing that the same was intended to be unlawfully used or employed with intent to procure a miscarriage of the second applicant".
At the time, the woman's daughter was in a physically and mentally abusive relationship. When she became pregnant, she sought her mother's support and assistance to have an abortion, having decided she did not want to continue with the pregnancy. When the pregnancy was terminated, they went to their GP seeking counselling services to deal with issues around the relationship. During the appointment, they disclosed the use of the pills. After being referred for counselling services, the mother was later interviewed by the PSNI without a solicitor present. The mother was almost nine months pregnant and gave birth less than two weeks later. The PSNI gave the file to the Public Prosecution Service (PPS) who then deemed it in the 'public interest' to prosecute the mother.
The law in Northern Ireland dates back to 1861 and makes abortion illegal in almost every circumstance. An estimated 1,000 women travel every year to other parts of the UK for abortion services and many others go online to buy abortion pills.
* Amnesty International https://www.amnesty.org.uk/


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from the same door style. The entry unit features raised panels on both the
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Albania in the next ten years: Politics, economics, society - Perceptions
The aim of the project was to gauge the perceptions of the Albanian public on the period in Albanian history commonly referred to as the 'transition,' as well as to understand Albanians' expectations about the future. The data gathered by this project constitutes a valuable addition to the rich body of data gathered over the years by the Albanian Institute for International Studies through a considerable number of surveys that have, for the most part, focused on the issues of Euro-Atlantic integration, state and institution building, the implementation of democratic standards, and, to a lesser extent, on social issues and the economy. This project is distinct because it is the first attempt to offer an overview of not only the way in which the Albanian public has experienced the post-Communist transition, but also the way in which this experience has shaped their expectations for the future.
As implied by the title, Albania in the Next Ten Years is a survey focusing on expectations. It aims to explore the way in which Albanians see the near future of their country. The choice of ten years was not arbitrary, nor was it motivated by the understanding that, the longer the stretch of time on which respondents would be asked to give an opinion, the more their responses would move into the realm of fantasy and pure speculation. The survey is, rather, a 4 Albania in the next ten years calculated choice since the next ten years are going to be crucial to the integration of Albania into the European Union; a development that would mark the end of the transition period as it is currently understood in the Albanian public debate. Survey after survey has shown that most Albanians believe that 2020 will most likely be the year in which Albania gains EU membership.


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