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What's Going On
We have completed the migration from our old hosting company (GoDaddy) to our new hosting company (Dreamhost). All of the old emails that were in the inboxes were downloaded, then uploaded to the new accounts. Everything should be pretty much as it was.
Some of the major changes:
- The web email client here is much, much better.
- We now have IMAP service instead of POP3. This means you can create folders on the server for sorting your mail, then see those folders wherever you access your mail. You'll have the same view from the web, from your phone, and from your computer.
- No storage limits. Every account can hold an infinite (or as close to infinite as you're likely to get) number of messages. (Although older messages will get moved out of your regular inbox and into a folder called "old-messages" – see below for details.)
- Forwarding of messages has been preserved (except for AOL and Comcast addresses – see below for details).
- All passwords have changed. For your new password, contact the District Chair or Web Chair.
Username and Password
All usernames have the format:
All of the usernames on the new server are identical to the usernames on the old server. If you were using on GoDaddy, that's still your username here on Dreamhost.
For your password, contact the district chairperson or web chair.
Read Your Email on the Web
You can access your email here from any web browser (even on your phone/tablet):
Read Your Email on Your Phone, Tablet, or Computer
Details on how to set up your mail client are here:
Access via Your iPhone/iPad
Access via Your Android Device
Access via Anything That Speaks IMAP (which is most things)
Incoming IMAP Server
- Server: mail.district9aa.org
- Port: 143
- Security: STARTTLS
Outgoing SMTP Server
- Server: mail.district9aa.org
- Port: 587
- Security: STARTTLS
Login is required for both incoming and outgoing servers, same username/password.
Inbox Size Limits
The following limits apply to the number of messages that can be in the Inbox:
- All messages older than 365 days will be moved out.
- When the inbox gets to have 1,000 messages in it, everything older than the newest 1,000 will be moved out.
- The rest will be moved to a folder named old-messages.
Issues with Gmail Forwarding
Note: It is a known issue that Gmail will not deliver an email it originally sent back to the sender. This means that trying to test the forward by sending an email from a personal Gmail account to a district9aa.org account which forwards back to that Gmail account may not work. Try sending to it from a different email address.
Issues with AOL, Hotmail and Comcast Forwarding
Because of anti-spam protection measures on this server, we cannot forward email to the aol.com, hotmail.com and comcast.net domains. Forwarding from D9 accounts to those domains has been disabled.
If you need a suggestion on another email app to use, we recommend Gmail.
Microsoft Outlook Test Message
You may notice emails titled "Microsoft Outlook Test Message." These were messages generated as tests during the migration and can be ignored.
Gap in Delivery
The files were downloaded from GoDaddy at 2:00 pm on Sunday. They were uploaded to Dreamhost at 10:00 pm on Sunday. Any messages that arrived between 2 and 10 did not get migrated to the new server.


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If this will be your first time riding or you have had some experience previously we will endeavour to tailor your lesson to meet your needs and exceed your expectations.
R-N Class
$70 per hour. Own Scooter/Moped is to be provided, we will come to you.
R-E Class (including LAMS)
$80 per hour. Use of a Suzuki GSX-S125, depending on experience we will meet at a Licencing Centre location or in a suitable car park environment for first time riders.
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$80 per hour. Use of Honda NC700, we will meet at a Licencing Centre location or in a suitable car park environment.
Refresher Lessons
$70 per hour. Providing own bike or Scooter. $80 per hour. With use of one of our bikes.
Country Riding Courses
Half day or full day courses available as a group or one on one.
Half Day $400.00
Full Day $800.00
Lessons are available Monday- Friday between 9am and 5pm, and every Second Saturday between 8am and 1pm.
Students are required to have their permit with them at all lessons and be wearing appropriate clothing. Fully enclosed footwear, long pants like Jeans or riding pants, Long sleeves or Riding Jacket.
Helmets are provided however you are welcome to use your own. We use Bluetooth Communication headsets that can be easily clipped on any helmet.

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The Board of Education at Whitmore Lake Public Schools consists of members who work to establish a vision for the community. Through meetings and activities our members work hard to establish goals, strategies, and actions for achievement. Get to know the members of the board by reading their bios below.
Serving on the BOE since January 2016, Laura currently serves on the Building and Site and Academic Performance Committees.
Serving on the BOE since December 2015, Shelli is currently appointed to BOE Finance, Superintendent's Evaluation and Economic Performance Committees.
Serving on the BOE on the Building, Site and Recreation committee and Marketing and Communications committee, Lisa is excited to be the newest member of the BOE.
Being on the BOE since 2012, Ken has served as the President of the BOE as well as on various committees. He has been heavily involved in the community having served as Chairman of Northfield Township Planning Commission and the Zoning Board of Appeals.
Serving on the Board since 2008, Bob is currently appointed to BOE Finance Committee and the BOE Liaison to HeadStart.


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By Danielle Gorman
Yesterday marked the four-week anniversary of my giving up Facebook. And I'll be honest, I'm glad I can stop talking about it after today. The irony isn't lost on me—for someone who gave up Facebook, I've been talking about it an awful lot! Stepping away from it has allowed me to see the negative affects it has had on my life. And I can honestly say that the negative aspects of Facebook outweigh the positives in my case.
As I said, however, it's not all bad. Facebook kept me in touch with people when I moved away from all my friends and family and no longer saw them in person. It was great for me when I graduated from college and moved back to Texas, leaving all of my friends in Idaho. And then when I left Texas to move to Utah last year it helped to keep me in touch with family and the new friends I had made there too.
However, keeping in touch with people is a double-edged sword. If I truly cared about keeping in touch with them, I would get phone numbers and addresses so I could text or email or write letters. I realized that Facebook is really good for keeping you in touch with people you don't care very strongly about.
Take a look at the contacts in your phone; everyone you seriously love and care about is in there. But the 500 friends on Facebook? A very high percentage of those people are made up of acquaintances—people you met at parties, old coworkers, people you had crushes on who moved on and married other people…it just doesn't make sense to keep in touch with them when you know you'll never call and chat.
Now, when I started this journey I made a few predictions (which you can read here) about what I thought would happen to me, or what I wanted to happen.
There you have it. My experiment has come to an end. Except, it hasn't. I think I'm going to keep myself off Facebook for the foreseeable future. And it's not like I'm going to miss out on important milestones in my friends' lives. My family is still on Facebook and if there is anything truly newsworthy to report (we're talking engagement announcements and births, that sort of thing) then they will relay the information to me.
I only have one regret: I've never had the chance to change my status to "In a Relationship." That was always something I wanted to do. But in the grand scheme of things—WHO CARES? If and when I enter into a relationship, I don't need to parade it in front of the world because a relationship only involves two people.
Thank you for taking this journey with me. I hope you've learned something, like I have. And maybe it's time you took an assessment on your Facebook situation. If you find yourself scrolling through feed for seven hours straight, maybe you need to take a break too.
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Maharashtra Postal Circle GDS Syllabus 2017
Check Maharashtra Postal Circle GDS Syllabus 2017 on this page. The Maharashtra Postal Circle has published a recruitment Notification For Gramin Dak Sevak Posts. Total 1789 vacancies for Gramin Dak Sevak posts are announced by the Maharashtra Postal Circle Department. This is a golden opportunity for the candidates who are searching for a government job in Maharashtra. The Gramin Dak Sevak Exam will have multiple choice questions. The Total marks are 200. The time duration for this Gramin Dak Sevak Exam is 120 minutes (2 Hours). There is no negative marking for every wrong answer. The exam consists of various subjects like General Knowledge, Mathematics, English, Reasoning & Mental Ability, and Regional Language.
After applying for this Gramin Dak Sevak exam most of the aspirants are searching for the syllabus. From this article, aspirants can check both syllabus and exam pattern. A huge number of candidates are preparing for this exam. So for helping of aspirants here, we are providing Maharashtra Postal Circle Gramin Dak Sevak Syllabus 2017. For every exam syllabus and exam pattern is very important. In the Below section candidates can find subject wise topics. By knowing, the syllabus and exam pattern aspirants can plan the preparation for the exam effectively. Applied candidates can prepare well for the written exam. For more details visit the official website of Maharashtra Postal Circle Department.
Information About Maharashtra Postal Circle GDS Syllabus 2017
|Organization Name
|Maharashtra Postal Circle Department
|Name Of The Post
|Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) Post
|Number of Vacancies
|1789 Posts
|Official Website
Maharashtra Postal Circle GDS Exam Pattern
- The Maharashtra Post office GDS Exam consists of Objective type questions from subjects mentioned in the below table.
- In this Exam from each Subject, 25 Questions will be asked.
- Like that there will be 4 Subjects and totally the exam consists of 100 Questions.
- And in this GDS Exam, each question carries one mark and totally the exam will be conducted for 100 Marks.
- The total Duration of the Maharashtra Postal Circle GDS Exam is 2 Hours.
|Exam Type
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|Objective Type
|General Knowledge
|120 Minutes
|Regional Language
Maharashtra Postal Circle GDS Syllabus 2017
Maharashtra Postal Circle GDS Syllabus For General Knowledge
- Science and innovations
- New inventions
- National and international current affairs
- Famous Places in India
- About India and it's neighboring countries
- World organizations
- Countries and capitals
- National news (current)
- History of India
- Geography of India
- Indian Culture
- Scientific observations
- Political Science
- International issues
- Economic issues in India
- Tribes, Artists
- Tourism spots of Historical Importance
- Sculptures
- Music & Literature
- Handicrafts
- Books And Author
- Important Dates
- Famous Places
- National Dance
- Musical Instruments etc.
Maharashtra Postal Circle GDS Syllabus For Reasoning and Analytical Ability
- Visual Memory
- Relationship Concepts
- Coding & Decoding
- Analysis
- Judgment
- Spatial Orientation
- Arithmetical Number Series
- Observation
- Spatial Visualization
- Arithmetic Reasoning
- Similarities & Differences
- Decision Making
- Analogies
- Discrimination
- Problem Solving
- Statement Conclusion
- Non-Verbal series
- Verbal and Figure Classification
- Syllogistic Reasoning
Maharashtra Postal Circle GDS Syllabus For Mathematics
- Matrices and determinants
- Probability
- Mathematical logic
- Boolean Algebra
- Logarithm
- Statistics
- Exponential and logarithm series
- Solutions of triangle
- Trigonometric functions
- Mathematical induction
- Complex numbers
Maharashtra Postal Circle GDS Syllabus For the English Language
- Tenses
- Synonyms
- Unseen Passages
- Comprehension
- Grammar
- Error Correction
- Vocabulary
- Fill in the Blanks
- Verbs and Adverbs
- Idioms & Phrases
- Sentence Rearrangement
- Subject-Verb Agreement
- Articles
- Antonyms etc
Maharashtra Postal Circle GDS Syllabus For Region Language
- Common Vocabulary
- Grammar
- Comprehension of Passage
- Phrases and their meaning
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The honour roll commemorates those who served in World War One.
The Numulgi Soldiers' Memorial Hall, was altogether too small to accommodate the large number who desired to take part in and witness the unveiling of the complete honour roll and war trophy on Tuesday evening last. This was not to be wondered, at, as Numulgi is recognised as one of the most patriotic centres on the Richmond River, and did much towards contributing to funds and providing comforts for those whom they had sent abroad. Of the 37 enlistments no less than 16 paid the supreme sacrifice, 7 were wounded, 3 disabled and 2 gassed. Among the distinguished visitors present were Matron Smith and Nurse McNamara, of the Lismore District Hospital, the former performing the unveiling ceremony. Mr. R. W. Simes presided, and read apologies from Messrs. G. Nesbitt, R. S. Perdriau, and T. J. Swiney, M's.L.A., Mrs. Hindmarsh, president of Lismore Red Cross Society, Dr. Bignell, Dr. Aspinall, and Dr. and Mrs. Kellas. The proceedings opened with the singing of "God Save the King." During an interval in the proceedings a flashlight photo was taken of those assembled in the building, and later another one of distinguished visitors, returned soldiers, honour roll and war trophy on the platform, by Mr. W. G Parker, of the Radford Studios, Lismore.
The chairman stated he was pleased to see such a fine gathering of the residents, of Numulgi on such a unique occasion. Not much was printed in the newspapers about the centre, but it was able to boast of many things in which they felt a pride, chief among which was the loyal patriotism they had shown during the dark days of the war. Numulgi could be reckoned as one of the historic spots on the Richmond River, claiming the distinction of being the first centre to hold a ploughing match—and the only one ever held—as far back as the year 1890, the winner turning up in Mr. Matthew Bulmer, now of Casino. A black boy, under the age of 18, also won a match. Numulgi came into prominence in later years in connection with the great war, Mr. T. Langdon being the first volunteer for active service abroad. Subsequently it came into greater prominence by the many sacrifice made by its soldiers, probably greater sacrifices in proportion to its population than any other place in the whole of the Commonwealth. Of those who had left for the other side fully 50 per cent, never returned, and of those who were fortunate to reach home every one of them took his share in the firing line, and with one or two exceptions through illness all were in the thick of the battle. The function for which they had assembled that evening reminded them the people of Numulgi were still doing their part. Messrs.F. Elliott, W. Monigal and F. Crowther had been appointed trustees for the war trophy, which they had accepted, further reminding the people that was another record day in their history, added to by the unveiling of the honour roll and the placing of the war trophy in the building as something to perpetuate the memory of the brave boys who did their bit at the front.
They did not want to look upon the gun simply as something won from the enemy, but as something which would create enthusiasm in their hearts, causing the people to act up to their principles and promises made to them when they left to go and fight their battles on the other side. Their soldiers, had done great and noble work, their pluck being equalled but never surpassed, and largely through their efforts victory had been brought about. They had met that evening to honour them, and to show they were grateful and thankful to them for the noble deeds performed. They were glad also that the trophy they were taking possession of had been won by their own deeds on the front line. Those who were unable to go felt privileged in doing something at home to assist towards comfort on the other side. He thanked them for the honour conferred on him in being asked to preside, and hoped Numulgi would continue to make history, and in the days to come would look back with pride on the great things achieved for those who had enlisted. The chairman stated that in order that every returned man in Numulgi should have a fair deal, each battalion was put in the hat and drawn for. The first out was that of Mr. P. Gaffney, 26th Batt., and the gun they would see that night was captured by that battalion.
Northern Star (Lismore, NSW), 24 September 1921.
|Duncan Road, Numulgi Public Hall, Numulgi, 2480
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text: Jim Fulton wrote: > On Jul 23, 2007, at 2:58 PM, Benji York wrote: > >> Martin v. Löwis wrote: >>> And where somewhat slower could be "practically not noticable". >> Perhaps it /could/ be, but isn't currently. For example, updating >> one piece of software I have with almost 150 dependencies takes 45 >> seconds with ppix, 4:45 without. I plan to do similar timings with >> the "simple" PyPI interface when I get a chance and report the >> results here. > > I suspect that this has more to do with network distance than with > server speed. That's actually my point. Geographically distributed mirrors that are a little out of sync are much more valuable (IMO) than a centralized service that is absolutely up to date, but "far" away. For me the static/dynamic argument is more about stability, and central/distributed is more about (network) speed. -- Benji York http://benjiyork.com


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Most Americans aren't getting enough fruits and vegetables, and, sadly, some non-veggie lovers think a super-size order of French fries from McDonald's is a vegetable serving. In the quest to encourage people to get their "five-a-day", researchers at the University of California at Davis looked at whether a veggie alternative – drinking vegetable juice would help Americans boost their vegetable intake. Here's what they found out.
Drinking Vegetable Juice to Get More Fruits and Vegetables
Ninety volunteers were assigned to a eat a DASH diet along with either 0, 8, or 16 ounces of vegetable juice each day for three months. When researchers measured their vegetable intake while on the diet, the volunteers were only eating 2.5 servings of vegetables – despite the fact that a DASH diet emphasizes fruits and vegetables.
The good news? Once vegetable juice was added to their fruit and veggie count, they reached their goal of five servings of fruits and vegetables a day – or close to it. The researchers concluded that drinking vegetable juice is a "can do" way for people who don't get enough vegetables and fruit to get their daily five.
In this same study, participants who were pre-hypertensive when they started the study saw their blood pressures drop. This isn't surprising since doctors frequently recommend the DASH diet to people who need to lower their blood pressure.
Should You Drink Vegetable Juice to Get Your Five-a-Day?
There are advantages and disadvantages to getting vegetables from vegetable juice. Eating the whole fruit or vegetable provides heart-healthy fiber you won't get from the juice. Another drawback to drinking vegetable juice is the high salt content. Take a quick glance at the label of most commercial vegetable juices, and you'll quickly see they're loaded with sodium.
On the other hand, if you find it difficult to eat fruits and vegetables with your regular meals, drinking vegetable juice gives you antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals that you might not otherwise get. Veggie juice does count when it's time to tally your five-a-day. According to the United States Department of Agriculture, three-quarters of a cup of vegetable juice counts as a serving of vegetables.
Get More Fruits and Vegetables: Drink Vegetable Juice the Right Way
If you plan on drinking vegetable juice to get more fruits and vegetables, buy a juicer and make your own veggie juice at home. When you do this, you get less sodium, and you can cherry – pick the vegetables that go into your juice. Don't forget to throw in some fruit to sweeten things up a little. Organic vegetables are a good choice, if you're concerned about pesticide exposure, and don't mind paying a little more.
If you don't want to do your own juicing, look for a commercial vegetable juice that's low in sodium – and drink to good health, but don't forget to add some whole fruits and vegetables to your diet too.
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A taut, intense and brilliantly written erotic read in the first book of a trilogy that Fifty Shades wants to be when it grows up.
Zachary Easton is the most brutal editor of 'high brow' literature around, and Nora Sutherlin, best-selling erotica writer, wants him for her next book. Unbeknownst to Zach, Nora is also New York's top dominatrix, but she's afraid that this would cloud his impartiality in editing her work as a writer of erotic BDSM fiction. In addition, she's running from a former lover and trying to keep her hands off Wesley, the virginal (and vanilla) nineteen-year-old she lives with.
Everything about The Siren is deliciously complicated and it's an experience I don't want to spoil (plus I'm not in the habit of killing fairies, so to speak).
"I like doing things that hurt." She gave him a Cheshire cat grin.
Nora pretty much introduced herself as one of my new favourite literary heroines of all time. Full of contradictions, she epitomizes female sexuality and is so wonderfully glib about all things sex that it's both amusing and horrifying. Not to mention exciting. No wonder she's considered dangerous. The banter between Nora and [insert any character she comes into contact with in the novel here] is fantastic, and her chemistry with all the men in her life is palpable.
There's her editor, the tall, dark and handsome Zach, the mysterious former lover Zoren (who Alexander Skarsgard must have been the inspiration for, I just know it) and Southern gentleman Wesley. We get only glimpses of Kingsley, Nora's friend slash 'employer' and reluctant connection to Zoren, but he's sure to feature in the following books. I should mention here that all these men have sexy accents. (An Englishman, an American, a Frenchman walk into a bar…)
It's been a while since I've been this impressed by any book, let alone one classified as erotic fiction, but oh, my did Tiffany Reisz's The Siren leave me breathless and, yes, at one point in tears. It was exhausting. I loved it. As an outsider going merely by those I consider as excellent writers of the genre—namely, Cherise Sinclair and Joey W. Hill—the book felt and read like a much more accurate depiction of the BDSM lifestyle.
The Siren also explores somewhat the phenomenon behind the popularity of erotic fiction, providing some insightful reasons behind its demographic not only in the dialogue but also in its situations and characters—embodied especially by Nora. Make no mistake however, the book is not at all pretentious—it's an erotic work of romantic fiction. But to all the haters and the doubters, just because it's erotic doesn't mean it can't be well written. This book is unconventional but, in my opinion, a truthful depiction of how love works and operates.
Waiting for the next two instalments (The Angel and The Prince) is agonising, but I'm sure Reisz would make the wait worthwhile.
Yay or nay?
A taut, intense and brilliantly written erotic read in the first book of a trilogy that Fifty Shades wants to be when it grows up.
Who might enjoy it: Anyone who loved or immensely disliked or is allergic to the Fifty Shades Bandwagon Phenomenon
Who might not enjoy it: Readers who want a more traditional romance, erotic or otherwise
A review copy of this book was generously provided by Harlequin Australia.
Title: The Siren (excerpt — PDF)
Series: The Original Sinners (Book 1)
Author: Tiffany Reisz
Publisher: Harlequin Spice
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N.B: This is quite a lengthy post. So I'd advice you get a bowl of popcorn (or Minimie Chinchin), a cold drink, and put your legs up.
I pray the Holy Spirit teaches you, and opens your mind to what you stand to gain with God.
I am not perfect, no-one is, and very often we find ourselves falling back into lifestyles that we ought to distance ourselves from.
As children of God, we are to live wholly and totally for God.
Easier said than done right?
One thing I am totally grateful for, is the Holy Spirit. Correct me if I'm wrong, but, he is also that small, still voice in our heads that we call our conscience.
Now when you do something wrong, the Holy Spirit speaks to you. Sometimes he goes, "Ihuoma, it is not okay to do what you're doing. I know you might think that it's too late to run back to God, but it is NEVER TOO LATE. Talk to him, reconnect, and see him pour his love out to you."
Other times, it might be an even louder voice of caution!
When we hear this gentle or not-so-gentle reminder, we most times return back to God, sometimes, we don't. When we ignore his voice and keep at our sin, we expose ourselves to even more danger.
I can give you a lot of heart-stopping, and blood-curling reasons why you should never dwell outside the will of God, but what I'd like to do instead is to tell you how to run (fast!) back to God.
The best part is that following these steps will help you skip all the horrible things you could go through when you live outside the will of God.
Let's dive right in!
Examine Yourself
"Instead, let us test and examine our ways. Let us turn back to the Lord". – Lamentations 3:40 (NLT)
An honest examination of oneself is important in knowing where and when you have gone wrong.
You know how you do mock interview practices with your friends and family to know where you have to improve yourself? That's exactly how you should go about examining yourself.
Be sure to do it with an honest, unbiased mind. Don't say "..but it was just a little white lie, it really doesn't count".
Never try to cover up your wrongs. The fact that you are examining yourself by yourself, and won't be judged by anyone should let you feel even more comfortable.
Remember that admitting is always the first step to getting better.
2. Remember That Jesus Loves You
"For this is how God loved the world: He gave his one and only Son, so that everyone who believes in him will not perish but have eternal life." – John 3:16 (NLT)
Isn't it awesome that someone would willingly offer to die for you? I'm sorry, but I won't die for anyone. Family maybe (with a lot of contemplation), but my friends? Absolutely not! But this is what Jesus did willingly.
When you begin to understand the level of love Jesus has for you, you will realise that even with all your sins and all your plenty wahala, He still sees past all your baggage and loves you so much. This should push you to come to the realisation that He will always want you to be with him.
3. Run Back to Jesus
"So let us come boldly to the throne of our gracious God. There we will receive His mercy, and we will find grace to help us when we need it most" – Hebrews 4:16 (NLT)
"Now this is what the Lord says to the family of Israel. "Come back to me and live!" – Amos 5:4 (NLT)
"So now, come back to your God. Act with love and justice, and always depend on him." – Hosea 12:6 (NLT)
At this point, I'll assume that you've thoroughly examined yourself and have come to the realization that you need to reconnect back to God.
You've also come to understand the extent of His love for you. Even if it's a teeny, weeny portion of it, and now your head has been busted.
So, what next?
This is the most important step. This is where you run to Him; receiving mercy and grace to help in living a life pleasing to Him.
Please take note that you do this YOURSELF. No one can run to God or be repentant for you.
I am not saying it's wrong to be prayed for, but the bible says you should come BOLDLY, not someone should come for you, you should come yourself. Others can help and support, but you have to take take the lead.
Taking this step yourself also allows you pour out your heart and soul to God. He is always willing to listen, so speak.
Do note that genuine repentance is what God wants from us. Please avoid half-hearted repentance, where you actually still love your sin but just saying some words to elevate the guilt.
4. Study and Pray
"How can a young person stay pure? By obeying your word. I have tried hard to find you, don't let me wander from your commands. I have hidden your word in my heart, that I may not sin against you." – Psalm 119:9-11 (NLT)
From the above verse, we CLEARLY see that one way to remain pure before God is to keep His word in your heart. By constantly feeding on the word of God, we are better equipped to stand in the face of temptation.
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For example, you might find yourself going towards fornication or adultery, but because you have been feeding on the word, the Holy Spirit brings to your remembrance 1 Corinthians 6:15, 1 Corinthians 6:19, and a host of other verses to help you get out of that situation.
"Pray in the Spirit at all times and on every occasion. Stay alert and be persistent in your prayers for all believers everywhere" – Ephesians 6:18 (NLT)
"Don't worry about anything; instead pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank Him for all that He has done. Then you will experience God's peace, which exceeds anything we can understand. His peace will guard your hearts and minds as you live in Christ Jesus." – Phillipians 4:6-7 (NLT)
Prayer is talking to God. You can talk to Him about virtually anything and everything.
When we make it a habit to constantly commune with God, we find it easier to discern His direction.
Not sure how to study your Bible without dozing off. Ask God. (Read: 7 Quick Tips To Having A Meaningful Morning Devotion)
I am going to stop here because I know first-hand that people have very short attention spans.
This list is in no way exhaustive. They are still so many things you can do to draw closer and remain connected to God. So many resources at your disposal, both, on and off the internet. So many fellowships and study groups you can get involved in.
Hopefully, this post was of great help to someone out there. Please do leave a comment below, and do not forget to share so that whoever needs a word like this can come in contact with it.
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Mechanical engineering is a diverse field that covers the design and production of mechanical systems and products. Education programs in this field are available at the undergraduate and graduate levels, including associate's degrees, bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorates.
|Career Titles
|Mechanical Engineer
|Mechanical Engineering Technician
|Required Education
|Bachelor's degree
|Associate's degree
|Licensing Requirements
|Fundamentals of Engineering & Principles and Practice of Engineering exams
|Projected Job Growth (2012-2022)*
|Average Salary (2013)*
|$85, 930
|$54, 280
Source:*U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
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Most mechanical engineering jobs require at least a bachelor's degree. Graduates of a mechanical engineering program may go on to jobs where they design engines and machines or even mechanical systems for entire buildings; others may choose to seek technical or administrative careers.
Mechanical Engineer
Mechanical engineers develop and test machinery, parts and manufacturing processes. These professionals can work in many industries within manufacturing or production, such as the automotive or energy industries. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), this is one of the broadest engineering disciplines (www.bls.gov).
Mechanical engineers can be involved in every phase of product design, from drafting the blueprints to testing prototypes. During this process, they may work with other engineers and draftsmen. According to O*Net Online, mechanical engineers who work in centralized systems, such as gas and steam, may oversee installation and repair operations (www.onetonline.org). Similar to other engineers, these professionals have a basic knowledge of computer programming and design software.
The BLS predicted that employment opportunities for mechanical engineers will increase five percent from 2012-2022. The need to create new products or improve existing ones and the emergence of new industries, such as renewable energy, will spur job growth. The BLS reported that the average annual salary for mechanical engineers was $85, 930 in May of 2013.


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Walker, there is no path. My blog is dedicated to caminantes, those who act with purpose, even if the way forward is unclear.
Antonio Mahado's poem "Caminante, No Hay Camino" is one of my most cherished poems. It's written completely in Spanish, so here's a rough English translation:
Walker, There Is No Path
Walker, the only way
Is your footprints and no other.
Walker, there is no way.
Make your way by going farther.
By going farther, make your way
Till looking back at where you've wandered,
You look back on that path you may
Not set foot on from now onward.
Walker, there is no way;
Only wake-trails on the waters.
-Antonio Machado
But what does following your purpose really mean?
There are many times in our lives when there is no perfect path forward. But when we strive to become better than we are, everything around us becomes better, too.
Contrary to popular belief, acting with purpose is NOT about knowing exactly what you want to do with your life. Just as Antonio Machado taught us, purpose is not about the path.
Purpose is thinking: Not me, but you. Purpose is using our resources to give back in whatever small way we can. Purpose is seeing those who are too often invisible. Purpose is choosing diversity as a way of life.
How to be a Caminante…
When organizations connect the world through business abroad or give back locally, they are living with purpose. Companies can teach their customers about diversity, whether they prepare cultural foods or sell environmentally conscious products.
Travelers can choose to spend time among cultures disparate from theirs. Students can choose to learn about foreign languages and world studies. We can all befriend peers from different backgrounds.
Following your purpose is as simple as chatting with a stranger about how their life isn't much like yours. It does not matter where you are in the world.
Caminantes seek to understand the world and give back to improve it.
"Caminante" means "traveler", "walker", or "wayfarer" in Spanish. Caminantes act with purpose, even if the way forward is unclear. I focus my blog on what I learn from these people and companies who foster global competence in their own way. We are all caminantes.
We must work with those who are different than us.
Professional careers are no longer centered around a small town. Rather, the best companies and universities are worldwide. Notice how international campuses, offices, and distribution centers are popping up everywhere. Global competence is not only a way for you to grow personally, but professionally.
What if we saw the world as it truly is?
Let's throw away the narrative of division and conflict. We do not have to board a plane or give up our lifestyles to understand others as they truly are. Let's move forward into a future of unity.
Join me in seeing those who are not often seen. Let's celebrate the beauty of humanity, found right here, right now. We are all caminantes! Together, we make our path as we walk on it.


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Google Sidewiki – a comment engine for the whole web
Google has today launched an enhancement to its popular browser toolbar that allows users to comment on any webpage.
Sidewiki appears as a sidebar and allows users to discuss the content of the page currently open in the browser. Users can vote comments up and down, theoretically meaning the 'best' comments rise to the top.
The sidebar, which is also to be built into future versions of Google's Chrome browser, has already angered some content producers. The fear is that if Google adds advertising to Sidewiki it will be making money from content without the original content producers seeing any of it.
Blogging veteran Robert Scoble today described Sidewiki as the "…latest attempt by (a) big company to make money off of my content on my blog."
Talking to PaidContent, Google's Aseem Sood denied that it planned to monetise the service. "Right now, our goal honestly is to increase the engagement of users on the web". Note the "Right now"; that suggests that if the sidebar is a success it may still see Adsense units being added.
Unless Google can come to an arrangement with content producers, as it has with its recently launched FastFlip, there may be trouble ahead.
You can try Sidewiki by downloading Google Toolbar here.
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- The New England Patriots have four draft picks in the first two rounds, setting them up for a potential big move.
- Some think the Patriots could package those picks to move up in the draft and select one of the top quarterbacks as a future replacement for Tom Brady.
- While the Patriots have needs at several positions, this year's deep draft may be the best time to make a move for a future quarterback.
The New England Patriots agreed to a blockbuster trade on Tuesday, sending wide receiver Brandin Cooks and a fourth-round pick to the Los Angeles Rams for first-round and sixth-round draft picks.
The move has ramifications and side-effects for both parties, but perhaps the most significant takeaway is the Patriots are now loaded with draft picks this season.
The Patriots now own two first-round picks (theirs and the Rams'), two second-round picks (theirs and the San Francisco 49ers'), and a third-round pick.
This treasure trove has many thinking that the Patriots could be in prime position to move up in the draft to fill perhaps the most prominent hole on their roster: a replacement for Tom Brady.
When the Patriots dealt Jimmy Garoppolo last season, they lost their replacement for Brady. This offseason, team owner Robert Kraft said that the Patriots need to look for a quarterback in the draft, and with Brady turning 41 in August, they may need to put that plan into action.
Depending on who the Patriots like in this year's class of quarterbacks, the price may vary. If the Patriots value one of the top quarterbacks, the cost may be extremely high to move up because four of the first five picks in the draft may be quarterbacks. The New York Jets gave the Indianapolis Colts four picks in March to move up three spots in this year's draft.
CBS's Jason La Canfora reported that one source close to the Patriots would not be surprised to see them move up to get a quarterback.
The Patriots could dangle a package of draft picks in hopes of landing the New York Giants' second pick, the Cleveland Browns' fourth pick, or the Denver Broncos' fifth pick. If Louisville quarterback Lamar Jackson falls out of the top 10, the Patriots could also make a move up to draft him, and it would likely cost less than trying to move to the top of the draft.
The Patriots may have competition, however. The Buffalo Bills and Arizona Cardinals both have needs at quarterback and are reportedly eyeing QBs in the draft and possible trades to move up in the order. The Giants and Browns, both of whom have multiple needs, could start a bidding war for one of the top picks.
Of course, the Patriots being the Patriots, they could move in another direction altogether. Some have suggested they could be loading up picks to target Giants wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr., although ESPN's Adam Schefter downplayed the idea.
The Patriots also lost top offensive lineman Nate Solder this offseason, so they could move up in the draft to take an offensive lineman. Last year, the Patriots pass rush was also lacking, so perhaps they'd like to snag a defensive player higher in the draft.
In an offseason where the Patriots lost some key cogs to free agency, Bill Belichick and company have quietly set themselves up to make big moves to re-tool.
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Home > JCLC > Vol. 96 > Iss. 4 (2006)
Volume 96, Issue 4 (2006)
Criminal Law
A Fresh Look at the Responsible Relation Doctrine
Todd S. Aagaard
Desert, Democracy, and Sentencing Reform
Alice Ristroph
Videotaping Investigative Interviews of Children in Cases of Child Sexual Abuse: One Community's Approach
Frank E. Vandervort
Intimacy and Violence: Exploring the Role of Victim-Defendant Relationship in Criminal Law
Myrna Dawson
Assessing the Relative Effects of State Direct File Waiver Laws on Violent Juvenile Crime: Deterrence or Irrelevance
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Sean Connery's sports legacy: Manchester United, the U.S. Open and tipsy press conference interruptions
Sean Connery, the legendary Scottish actor known for playing James Bond, has died. He was 90.
Connery leaves behind a rich filmography, which includes seven James Bond films, "The Untouchables," "The Rock" and "Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade," among many others.
While Connery will be remembered as an actor, things almost didn't end up that way. Before his big break, Connery nearly signed with Manchester United, according to the Indian Express. No, seriously.
Connery, who played for a Scottish football club in the 1950s, reportedly received an offer of £25 (or a little over $32) a week from then-Manchester United manager Matt Busby. Connery turned down that offer, saying his career in soccer would be done by the time he was 30.
Sir Matt Busby made moves to take a young part-time actor to Old Trafford and offered him a £25-a-week contract.
"I really wanted to accept because I loved football. I decided to become an actor and it turned out to be one of my more intelligent moves."
RIP Sean Connery. pic.twitter.com/WhBTfoYOEH
— FIFA.com (@FIFAcom) October 31, 2020
Connery's love of soccer didn't end when he became an actor. He also narrated the 1982 World Cup film.
Sean Connery was also a big tennis fan
Connery also developed a love of tennis over the years. He frequently attended the U.S. Open, and was at the event in both 2015 and 2017.
This made me happy... #SirSeanConnery was at the US Open and they played the @007 theme in his honour. pic.twitter.com/glJ6AHPVuZ
— David Walliams HQ (@davidwalliams) August 30, 2017
Connery's greatest appearance at the event, however, came in 2012, when he crashed Andy Murray's press conference.
Aside from all his great films, this was a pretty remarkable moment when the world of Sean Connery crossed with @andy_murray at the US Open... https://t.co/QUwfdLO4VW
— Simon Cambers (@scambers73) October 31, 2020
Connery was at the event with legendary Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson. Apparently, they, along with Murray's mother, Judy, consumed a fair amount of wine during Murray's match, according to Sports Illustrated.
ANDY MURRAY: [To Judy] You smell of wine. (Laughter.)
JUDY MURRAY: He [Ferguson] made me have wine. He's just been telling me that Scotland invented the world.
SIR ALEX FERGUSON: Been coming here the last three years to New York, and I explained how Scotland invented the world; today we invented the wine. (Laughter.)
SIR SEAN CONNERY: Today they conquered the world.
Murray, who is from Scotland, had previously communicated with Connery prior to the tipsy press conference interruption, but that was reportedly the first time the two met in person.
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A few weeks before our last senior expo, a gentleman asked me what exactly was an expo. He caught me before I was properly caffeinated, so I gave him a bad answer. Here's what I should have said (I've had three cups of coffee so far) …
The biggest benefit to hosting these expos is bringing companies and organizations that serve senior citizens to one large venue so that older adults can ask questions and get answers that can improve the quality of their lives.
Sure, the free breakfast and lunch are delicious. And there's a ton of brochures, leaflets and swag to dump into the handy little tote bags we give out. But the exchange of information is the most important part of this.
You don't have to worry about raising a fuss, rippling the water or ruffling any feathers. Everyone is there to share information and help others.
Some of the information available at our last expo dealt with surgical and non-surgical solutions for pain, independent and assisted living options, in-home care, massage therapy, speech and hearing, financial advice, funeral planning – you name it.
Our 2019 Thrive Over 55 Senior Expo takes place 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. March 29 at Christ Covenant Church, 800 Fullwood Lane in Matthews. The event will include door prizes, giveaways, breakfast and lunch. Admission is free.
We ask that people interested in going register in advance so we can effectively plan the right amount of food for breakfast and lunch. Email Adrian Garson at email@example.com or call us at 704-849-2261.
Companies or organizations interested in becoming vendors or sponsors should email Adrian, as well.
I'm planning to consume about five cups of coffee beforehand to ensure maximum alertness. Hope to see you there.


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- All issues from 48 national, regional and local newspapers, from the British Library holdings.
- Authorized users:
- Mobile support:
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- 1800 - 1900
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From the Gale-Cengage information page, as of May 2013:
Developed in partnership with the British Library and JISC, 19th Century British Library Newspapers offers full runs of national, regional and local 19th century British newspapers, taken directly from the extensive holdings of the British Library. The content includes 48 titles, totaling approximately 2.2 million pages, selected to reflect the social and political developments of the times in which they were published.
The papers have been carefully selected by an editorial board from the British Library whose purpose was to provide a broad yet detailed view of British life in the 19th century; from business to sport, from politics to entertainment and the arts. The collection is made up of daily and weekly publications and reflects Britain's growing role as a superpower in the 19th century world.
19th Century British Library Newspapers enables users to search material previously only available in London-based reading rooms. Employing the latest imaging techniques, the collection offers its users highly illustrated materials on topics as diverse as business and sport, politics and entertainment. The collection will focus on London national newspapers, English regional papers, home country newspapers from Scotland, Northern Ireland and Wales, and titles in specialist areas such as Victorian radicalism and Chartism.
Laurier Library provides access to Part I only. Part II, III, and IV provide many additional titles.
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West Toronto Support Services is a huge advocate for our beautiful Toronto Public Libraries. In our catchment area, we are lucky to have the Runnymede Branch (a Heritage site since 2008). There are many fun, free and engaging programs at the Runnymede Library.
Since our new location is close to the vibrant High Park, we are highlighting the event: Unusual Nature Discoveries in High Park
Wed Apr 29, 2015
6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
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Event Details: Come learn about some of the unexpected flora and fauna that can be found in this magnificent 399-acre urban oasis. From uncommon plants, to seldom-seen animals and peculiar insects, let local naturalist and educator Richard Aaron help you discover one of Toronto's natural wonders.


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Pair of Five-Run Innings Sink Diamond Gents in Doubleheader against Texas Lutheran
Contributed by: Centenary Athletic Communications
SHREVEPORT, La. – The Diamond Gents rallied from deficits in both contests Sunday afternoon, April 14, but the Bulldogs won the first game 8-5 before putting a rally together themselves in the series finale as Centenary (16-20-1, 8-7 Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference) lost the second game of the doubleheader to #6 Texas Lutheran (24-8, 9-3 SCAC) 8-7 on Senior Day at Shehee Stadium.
In game one trailing 5-0 after the top of the first, Centenary scored one in the first and three in the third to pull within one. After Chris Haggard led off the first with a single and stole second, he scored on Preston Ludwick's RBI double. In the third, Andrew Russell led off with a single and scored on Haggard's triple. An RBI groundout by Brandon Griffin cut the deficit to two. Ludwick followed with a single, moved to second on a balk, and scored on Cody Crowder's two-out hit.
After Texas Lutheran scored in the top of the sixth, the Gents took the lead in the bottom of the frame. Crowder led off the sixth with a solo home run to right center. Cameron Guin drew a one-out walk and advanced to second on a groundout. Russell singled to left center to drive in Guin for the tying run. Russell then stole second to put the go-ahead run in scoring position. Brandon Griffin then grounded to shortstop, but he legged it out for an infield hit and Russell hustled home and slid ahead of the tag to put Centenary up 7-6.
Crowder led the Diamond Gents with three hits, two RBIs, and a run scored. Both Haggard and Russell added a pair of hits and two runs scored.
The Bulldogs rallied with a pair in the eighth. With two on base and no outs, a sacrifice bunt moved both runners into scoring position. Austin Colon and Thomas Varner both added RBI singles to give the visitors the lead. However, Will Kappler entered the game and forced a fielder's choice and out at home for the second out. Another fielder's choice produced an out at second base to end the threat.
Connor Cudd (5-4) took the loss in relief for Centenary, allowing eight hits and three runs in 6.2 innings of work.
Texas Lutheran retired the side in order in the eighth and ninth innings to finish off the win.
Colon and Cullen Motsinger both led Texas Lutheran with three hits and a run scored. Colon drove in a pair while Motsinger added a single RBI. Joe Burch (1-0) allowed two hits in 1.1 innings pitched for the victory while Drew Waller added his third save of the season.
In game one, Centenary rallied from a 5-3 deficit to tie the game, but the Bulldogs scored single runs in the fourth, sixth, and seventh for the three-run win. With no score in the bottom of the first with a Gent on first with one out, Ludwick singled with the runner going to score the first run of the game. Guin and Griffin followed with singles to score another run and put runners on the corners. Tyler Welch singled up the middle to plate the third run.
After Texas Lutheran took the lead with five in the second, the Gents added single tallies in the bottom of the second and third. After a double play left a runner at second, Ludwick added an RBI single to cut the deficit to one. Centenary tied the game in the third when Griffin doubled, was sacrificed to third, and scored on Bryce Kozeny's sacrifice fly.
Ludwick paced Centenary with four hits, two RBIs, and a run scored.
Joshua Gatewood (0-2) took the loss by allowing a run in the fourth. With one out, Blake Strzelczy singled and stole second before Joe Jimenez walked. Colon singled to load the bases before a fielder's choice to third scored what proved to be the winning run. Cole Irby added a two-out, RBI single in the sixth before Cameron Wilson contributed an RBI double in the seventh for the final three-run margin.
Varner paced the Bulldogs with three hits and an RBI and run scored. Nathan Malinovsky (5-3) threw 152 pitches for the complete-game win, allowing 11 hits and five runs while striking out five.
Centenary takes two weeks off before finishing the regular season April 26-27 at Southwestern.


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text: Reader: like you I spend many hours each day aligning myself with the new Common Core standards. And already the payoff has been huge. My scores on the standardized tests that I administer to myself three times per week have risen incredibly, while my Value Added has also shot up, except around the house where I continue to refuse to lift a finger. Nowhere has my improvement been more excellent than in mastering new vocabulary. Yesterday alone I acquired two new Tier Seven vocabulary terms: oenophile and Jeroboam. Continue reading →


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This week marks the 2016 Democratic Convention, which convened at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia on Monday and runs through Thursday. States holding the Presidential Nominating Conventions are purchasing multiple types of insurance to reduce risk management.
Philadelphia purchased "law-enforcement liability insurance," according to the Philadelphia Business Journal. The coverage is intended to protect the city in the event of protests that result in allegations of police brutality or civil rights violations. The same news report indicates that a Maryland-based insurance brokerage firm is working with the DNC to provide insurance relating to general liability, automobile coverage, event cancellation, terrorism and other convention-related risks.
Last week the 2016 Republican National Convention was held in Cleveland, Ohio from Monday through Thursday.
Up to 50,000 visitors were expected in the Cleveland area, including almost 5,000 primary and alternate delegates, 15,000 media representatives, and an anticipated 11,000 permit-holding demonstrators. The Quicken Loans Arena was home to the convention, and the "Event Zone" included the convention facility as well as surrounding streets, sidewalks and public grounds.
A long list of prohibited items was being enforced by Cleveland police, including but not limited to large pieces of lumber; metal, plastic or other hard materials (including coolers and ice chests); rifles, knives, pistols and other personal weaponry; explosives or fireworks; drones; aerosol cans; and backpacks.
A Cleveland panel of risk-related officials reportedly accepted a recommendation of AON Risk Services to spend $10 million in premiums for a $50 million policy, according to the Associated Press. The initial suggestion to pay $1.5 million for a $10 million policy was increased following concern about threats of terrorism or other forms of violence.
Cleveland agreed to purchase liability insurance as part of its hosting contract with the Republican National Committee. InsuranceJournal.com reports that the city's general liability and property damage insurance policies will be provided by multiple unidentified insurance companies.
Also, CNN reports that up to $93 million in federal money is being devoted to heightened security at the two conventions on a combined basis. Funding is expected to be used primarily for police force overtime and additional security equipment.
About Special Events
While events with the magnitude of a presidential nominating convention are infrequent, special event insurance is a longstanding risk-management service. Every day, insurance carriers are protecting trade shows, musical events, sporting events, fairs and large social events across the country.
Typical clients of special events include business trade associations, sports teams, entertainment promoters, schools, religious and charitable organizations, civic groups, and recreational associations.
Special event risks generally involve general liability coverage, liquor liability, property insurance, and auto liability, among other types of protection.
Risk factors at special events may include but are not limited to the use of bleachers or grandstands, types of buildings in use, the presence of pyrotechnic devices, and the presence of security forces.
Commercial General Liability Insurance Policy Expertise as an Insurance Regulator
Bill Hager has extensive and substantive experience relating directly to special event and commercial general liability insurance policies, including interpreting policy language and determining the insurer's obligations under such policies.
As a regulator for eight years in five positions ((i) Assistant Attorney General assigned to the Department of Insurance, (ii) First Deputy Commissioner of Insurance, (iii) Iowa Commissioner of Insurance, (iv) Administrative Law Judge, and (v) Executive and Member of the National Association of Insurance Commissioners), Mr. Hager, along with his staff, approved (or disapproved) of the language of insurance policies used by each of the 1,000 property casualty insurance companies doing business in the state of Iowa.
This regulatory action also included the approval of most all policy application forms and policy forms themselves. In addition, Mr. Hager regularly served as an Administrative Law Judge in matters relating directly to liability insurance policies.Click on the link to read more about Mr. Hager's experience.
Material for this article was taken from a collection of industry sources relating to the subject.
In all of the general statements here, see the state law of the controlling jurisdiction. Every case is different and circumstances vary widely depending on the governing state law, policy provisions, and related considerations.
This blog is provided for educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide legal advice or an opinion in regard to any topic discussed. The blog should not be used as a substitute for legal advice from a licensed attorney in your state.


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While my attention span was seriously diminished by a bout of the flu, I found myself browsing some of the old science fiction shorts on my Nook, and ran across this classic. The story has a theme or two in common with Blowups Happen by Robert A. Heinlein and The Marching Morons, by Cyril M. Kornbluth, which was adapted to screen in Idiocracy; the potential dangers inherent in atomic power plants and in the "morons" within our society.
The protagonist is in charge of a nuclear power plant which provides 100% of the electricity for the eastern seaboard. He becomes concerned with the consequences if one of the men staffing the facility should decide, while bored, to twiddle a dial or push a button just to see what happens. The evidence for this type of behavior is obvious in studies of other industries' disasters, so it must be taken into consideration here. He calls in a top notch psychologist to administer tests to the workers, and will use the results to weed out the personalities prone to that sort of thing - the "morons", if you will.
In the process, however, he gets crossways with the union goons on the job site, and the results are, shall we say, suboptimal.
What is the use of a recipe? A recipe is a teaching tool, a guide, a point of departure. Follow it exactly the first time you make the dish. As you make it again and again, you will change it, massage it to fit your own taste and aesthetic. Eventually it will become your own personal recipe - Jacques Pepin
Friday, February 7, 2014
Day of the Moron by H. Beam Piper
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- ProudHillbilly said...
I thought maybe you were digressing to commentary on the Democrat leadership when I saw the title of the post....
- February 7, 2014 at 12:43 PM
- Jon said...
You don't even want to get me started on that topic.
- February 8, 2014 at 6:52 AM
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Ever wondered what life is like as a full-time ballerina?
Us too! So we asked Lucy Green, Queensland Ballet Principal Artist to share the low-down on life on pointe.
Here's what Lucy had to say:
My earliest memories of dancing were to music my grandparents played in their living room. I always struggled to sit still when music was playing, a trait I still carry today, and I'm told I quite enjoyed an audience. So I feel incredibly lucky to have now made a career and a life out of doing what I love most.
I started ballet classes at the age of six at a local school in Sydney. Whilst I don't remember a particular moment when I realised it was what I wanted to do with my life; I can't remember ever wanting anything else. At the age of 12 I was accepted into VCASS, an arts high school, and had six years of full-time dance training alongside my regular high school classes.
It was at school that I discovered just how rigorous, competitive and all consuming a life in dance can be. The weak and non-driven slowly fell by the wayside and only the most passionate, strong and hard working made it through to professional life.
Ballet is an aesthetic, physical art form that undoubtedly requires certain physical attributes and a natural propensity, however, I've found that throughout my career it's been the hard work and passion that have been most important, and most admirable to me when watching my colleagues and peers.
You really do have to love it, because our days are never easy.
Now, as a professional, I work eight hours a day plus an extra hour of self-maintenance (warm up, Pilates, stretching and icing). We start every day with a technique class, which allows us to focus on the framework of classical ballet technique and continue to improve on it. After that it's five to six hours of rehearsing for the upcoming season of performances.
Here at Queensland Ballet we perform many full-length classics like Swan Lake and Cinderella, but also more modern repertoire and brand new ballets created and workshopped with choreographers. We have to be able to do it all and our bodies, being our tools, have to be fine-tuned and ready for whatever it is that may be thrown at them.
I'd be lying if I said we didn't have pain. In fact most dancers have pain every day. But as you get older you find ways to minimise that pain and maximise the amount your body can give. We work with excellent physiotherapists at QB and have regular massages, while Pilates helps to address any weaknesses.
On top of that, a balanced diet is so important and whilst there is still the stigma that dancers survive off carrot sticks and coffee, I can assure you we wouldn't be able to do what we do without proper fuel.
If I don't have eight hours of uninterrupted sleep every night, I really notice the lack of recovery and focus in my body and mind. I'm so thankful for my Sealy Posturepedic mattress. My back and neck really feel the difference.
I think possibly the most important and undervalued concern for dancers is to find a work life balance. Ballet is certainly all consuming and a bit of an obsession, but if you don't switch off at times and allow yourself to experience other aspects of life, you don't have experiences to draw from when interpreting a role and telling a story.
And for me it's this side of Ballet that's the most rewarding and beautiful. To be able to lose yourself on stage, embody someone or something else and take the audience on a journey. It's an exhilarating, beautiful thing.


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Josh Gad, who was Tony-nominated for his performance in The Book of Mormon, will co-write and star in Toy Wars, a drama series in development at Amazon, according to Deadline.com.
The project is based on the non-fiction book by G. Wayne Miller entitled Toy Wars: The Epic Struggle Between G.I. Joe, Barbie, and the Companies that Make Them, about the real-life battle between toy giants Hasbro (G.I. Joe, My Little Pony, Cabbage Patch Kids, Marvel Legends) and Mattel (Barbie, Hot Wheels, Matchbox, American Girl) in the '80s and '90s.
Josh Schwartz and Ryan Dixon will co-write with Gad—Schwartz will also be the showrunner—and Seth Gordon is attached to direct the pilot.
Gad, Dixon and Miller will executive produce alongside Schwartz and partner Stephanie Savage (Fake Empire), Seth Gordon (Exhibit A) and Michael Prevett (Story By Entertainment).
Gad has also been seen on Broadway in The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee and provided the voice for Olaf in Frozen. He will be seen in the upcoming Beauty and the Beast film.


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A University of Newcastle city campus has been locked in with Australian Government backing of $30 million announced today by the Federal Minister for Higher Education and Skills, Sharon Bird, and Member for Newcastle, Sharon Grierson.
University of Newcastle Vice-Chancellor, Professor Caroline McMillen, said support from the Australian Government through the Education Investment Fund (EIF) Regional Priorities Round was critical in moving the city campus project, called NeW Space, off the drawing board and into development.
"From the project's inception our Federal Member for Newcastle, Sharon Grierson, has been a relentless and determined supporter to make the NeW Space Precinct a reality for the Hunter community," Professor McMillen said.
"Investment by the Australian Government in the NeW Space Precinct will be the catalyst not only for the development of landmark facilities in Newcastle but also support the next generation of learners."
NeW Space will be a 10,800 sqm technology-enabled Precinct that will host a range of University supported activities including business and law programs; digital library services and information commons; collaborative learning and research spaces; facilities for industry, professional and community engagement; and social spaces.
"NeW Space will deliver state-of-the-art virtual and physical teaching and learning facilities 24/7 for our students, and technology-enabled amenities for our staff and the community," Professor McMillen said.
"NeW Space will be Newcastle's space. For instance, our highly successful Legal Centre will be able to extend its valued support to more members of the community and the proximity to the new law courts will be a valuable asset for our students."
Professor McMillen acknowledged the significant support the University had received for NeW Space across the whole Newcastle community to bring the project to fruition.
"The NSW Government has also committed $25 million to the development of NeW Space. The University is deeply grateful for the unflagging support of Tim Owen and his State colleagues, who have shared our vision by investing in the skills development of the Hunter region announced in 2011."
Supporting the aspirations outlined in its NeW Directions Strategic Plan 2013 – 2015 in particular its education plan, the University will invest $40 million into the development of the NeW Space Precinct.
Also, the EIF funding announced today will allow the University to redevelop existing facilities on its Callaghan campus for its enabling programs, which significantly build access and participation in higher education.
"The University is the largest provider of enabling programs in Australia. Through this additional government support, we will leverage our national position and build a world-class teaching, learning and research space dedicated to enabling students that delivers for both Newcastle and the sector," Professor McMillen said.
Newcastle Herald editorial: Uni will reshape city life
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Evans to distribute Christmas toys to flood victims Saturday
January 2, 2014
Several groups in Evans are banding together to offer Christmas toys to families who fell victim to September's devastating flood.
The city of Evans, along with the chamber of commerce and fire and police departments, teamed up with Toys for Tots, the U.S. Marine Corps, Young Marines, Anadarko Petroleum Corp., Photogenix Etc. and Zac's Legacy Foundation to collect toys in the Sam's Club parking lot earlier this month.
On Saturday, they'll be distributing toys to families affected by the flood.
Families may go to the Evans Recreation Center, 1100 37th St., between noon and 5 p.m. to pick out a few toys, while supplies last. The first 200 families will get a free picture with Santa.


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Yes, this is the very first Home Expressions show that Team LT has gone to as homeowners. So exciting!
There were plenty of landscaping, bedroom and kitchen ideas to be had. Of course, we just looked and kept things in mind. There was a lot of pressure from various sales people to commit now, but we were cool and noncommittal. After all, we have no idea what we're going to do with our house. We know some things we'd like to do, but we have no set plans on what will get accomplished this summer. We have a wedding to think about first!
Here Logan and daddy take a break after checking out some cool outdoor BBQs and picnic tables. Actually there was a solid metal framed, family sized picnic table, handcrafted in Canada (Whiteshell) that was awesome. We picked up a brochure for that.
Here is Logan checking out the Jacuzzis. Yeah, we're not getting one of those. What's the point in Winnipeg anyway? We don't have enough room to build a place for it indoors and it's winter most of the year and therefore so fun to have outdoors. But they were fun to look at.
Here we are checking out some brochures and taking a juice break. Logan's favourite part of the Home Show? The lemonade that we bought when we were done!
I entered a bunch of draws - for a bedroom suite, a BBQ, a firepit, a pool table, a jacuzzi, and a 7 piece patio set. Wish me luck in the drawings later today :)


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TORONTO, June 15 (Reuters) - Canada's main stock index fell on Thursday, as energy stocks, dragged by lower oil prices, and financials led broad declines.
The Toronto Stock Exchange's S&P/TSX composite index fell 44.92 points, or 0.3 percent, to 15,125.21 shortly after the markets opened. All 10 of the index's main sectors were in negative territory. (Reporting by Solarina Ho; Editing by Chizu Nomiyama)
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With e-commerce fulfillment being one of the strongest dynamics driving industrial real estate demand, the resulting need for warehouse labor has also increased dramatically. This, combined with a decreasing unemployment rate, has forced up labor costs and caused seasonal shortages for many operations around the country.
From 2010 to 2014, e-commerce was the third most active industrial sector, accounting for 16.1 percent of all "big-box" transactions nationally, just behind traditional retail and consumer non-durables (both with 16.7 percent). However, over the last two years, not only has e-commerce become the most active sector (22.5 percent), but the gap among the top three has widened.
Initially, the bulk of this e-commerce activity took place in major MSAs like Central Pennsylvania, Dallas-Fort Worth and the Inland Empire. While these larger markets remain active today, there is a growing shift to secondary Midwestern markets. MSAs like Indianapolis, Columbus, Concinnati and St. Louis have all seen a spoke in e-commerce deals over the past 24 months. Indianapolis, in particular, has seen the e-commerce sector account for 61.2 percent of "big-box" activity duirng this time frame.
Despite significant automation, the e-commerce industry's effect on demand for labor has been magnified by its heavy employee counts and severe seasonal spokes as compared to non-fulfillment-driven operations. As a result, e-commerce-focused leasing can drive local demand for labor at a rate two or three times that of traditional warehousing operations.


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Becky James used the London 2012 Olympics as inspiration before claiming her first Track Cycling World Championships title on day four in Minsk.
The 21-year-old from Abergavenny won Great Britain's fourth gold of the first World Championships on the road to the Rio de Janeiro Olympics of 2016, succeeding Victoria Pendleton as women's sprint champion.
Appendicitis and an Achilles injury hampered James in Olympic year, meaning she was only a spectating reserve for the home Games.
Now illness and injury free, James travelled to Belarus in the form of her life and has proved her undoubted potential with three medals so far. A fourth is possible on tomorrow's fifth and final day in the women's keirin.
Overjoyed following her unexpected triumph after coming from behind to win the best-of-three final 2-1 against Kristina Vogel of Germany, James shared her success with her grandparents, Kathleen and Ioan James.
"It's just not sinking in," said James, who won team sprint and 500metres time-trial bronze medals in the opening two days.
"I had targets in my head; I wanted to get top eight in everything. But to be standing on that podium tonight, it's such a good feeling. I'm just taking it all in.
"It's been a tough few years, especially last year with illness and injuries.
"It was hard when the Olympics were on, but it just gave me more motivation seeing people winning – it makes me want to be up there winning as well.
"I'm just so glad I kept at it, kept up the training and trained hard in the past year."
James qualified fastest and made serene progress to the last four yesterday before beating Guo Shuang of China in her semi-final 2-0 this afternoon to advance to the final. Hong Kong's Lee Wai Sze claimed bronze with a 2-0 defeat of Guo.
Vogel, Olympic champion in the team sprint, was awarded victory in the opening bout after a photo finish, but thereafter James had too much speed for her opponent.
James, girlfriend of rugby union wing George North, was unaware of Wales' win in Italy prior to her final, concentrating merely on the task in hand.
"I didn't think about it being Vogel that I was riding against," said James, who paid tribute to the tactical instruction given by her coach, Jan van Eijden.
"I've never beaten her before and if I think about the rider too much it messes with my head.
"I just thought of it being another race, I didn't think about it being a World Championships, just that I wanted to win.
"I stayed really calm, went up, did my thing and came away with a gold medal."
The first World Championships on the road to Rio are taking place without the now retired Pendleton, six times the world sprint champion, and Australia's Anna Meares, the Olympic champion, who is taking a sabbatical.
James won two junior world titles in 2009 and is Britain's heir apparent to Pendleton, who won her first world sprint title in 2005, aged 24. She added victories in 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 and 2012.
Aged 18, Wales' James won Commonwealth Games silver behind Meares in 2010, and she is now belatedly realising her potential.
Three times Pendleton won three medals at World Championships, most recently in 2009, but never did she win four.
The comparisons with Pendleton are inevitable, but James is focused only on herself.
She said: "I'll knuckle down with the training and just come back next year hopefully with some good form again."
Olympic champion Jason Kenny missed out on a medal in the corresponding men's event, losing his quarter-final to Sam Webster of New Zealand 2-0.
The 24-year-old from Bolton, who won the men's Keirin on day three, qualified seventh, but was unable to advance to the day five semi-finals, finishing seventh overall.
"There's not a lot more I could've done," Kenny said.
"There's just no firepower in the legs at the minute. I got stuck in, gave it my best shot, but I'm a little bit disappointed with the lack of speed I've turned up with this year.
"It was amazing to win the keirin yesterday, a dream come true.
"I'll get my head down and try to work hard and make sure next year I can win a few more."
At the halfway stage of the women's omnium, defending champion and Olympic gold medal winner Laura Trott lies third behind London 2012 silver medallist Sarah Hammer of the United States.
Trott was third in the opening discipline, the flying lap, 10th in the points race and claimed her seemingly routine victory in the elimination race, a discipline she has mastered.
The 20-year-old, girlfriend of Kenny, sits five points behind Hammer, who has nine points, with three events remaining and faces a fight to retain the world champion's rainbow jersey.
Poland's Katarzyna Pawlowska is second on 11 points.
In the corresponding men's event, Jon Dibben finished eighth overall as Aaron Gate of New Zealand won gold.
Olympic champion Lasse Norman Hansen of Denmark was second, with defending champion Glenn O'Shea of Australia third.
Dani King was eighth and Caroline Ryan of Ireland 13th as Jarmila Machacova of the Czech Republic won gold in the women's points race.
James and Trott's bid for medals headlines the final day, while men's points race champion Simon Yates combines with Owain Doull in the madison.


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Grace Kasaba was a section chief for the Central Intelligence Agency.
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Teaching Kids Philosophy
"There are many attempts to improve student performance which result in a host of measures, ranging from misguided to inspired. Such efforts include not assigning students homework, recalibrating standardized tests to account for unfair background advantages, or subjecting students to the hard-to-fathom Common Core standards. But a recent endeavor in the UK found another solution which actually appeared to have worked – the students were taught philosophy!"
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Archive of 10 March 2011
TUC: Public sector workers already suffering
Brendan Barber, TUC general secretary, comments on Lord Hutton's review of public sector pensions:
Hutton: We have to change public sector pensions
John Hutton outlines the findings of his public sector pensions review:
CBI: Public sector pensions clean break is a wise move
John Cridland, CBI director-general, responds to Lord Hutton's public sector pensions review:
Hutton report in full
Read the Hutton report on public sector pensions in full, on politics.co.uk.
Hutton report: The 27 recommendations
Read all 27 recommendations in the Hutton report into public sector pensions with politics.co.uk.
NASUWT: Hutton 'legitimising' raid on public service pensions
Chris Keates, general secretary of the NASUWT, the largest teachers' union, commented on Lord Hutton's report into public sector pensions:
BMA: Increasing retirement age 'unacceptable' for NHS staff
Dr Hamish Meldrum, chairman of council at the British Medical Association (BMA), commented on Lord Hutton's report into public sector pensions:
Comment: Animal welfare matters more than free trade
Too often we kow-tow to the WTO on animal welfare standards for fear that all we will do is export our industry to countries with lower welfare standards.


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Hi everyone I'm 19 years old and live in QLD Australia with my parents and younger brother (16). I first had body image issues when I was 6. I worried obsessively about the way I looked. I felt ugly and wished I was prettier. When I was 11 I was getting undressed in front of the mirror one day. I noticed how big my tummy and thighs were. 'you're overweight and there's no running away from that' a voice inside me said. I was mortified. I suddenly felt like I hated myself so much I couldn't stand it. I'd always felt very insecure as a child but this was breaking point. I know now that I wasn't really 'fat' at all, but living in a 'slim' family I was very sensitive about being the 'biggest'. Growing up my family had made various comments about how much I ate etc. I was the kind of kid who was extremely active and loved food. My younger brother was much slimmer. Being a physically sick child he'd always received more attention and care. But me, being the healthy one, was also expected to be strong and not complain. My parents loved me, but I just didn't feel they accepted me. I cut back on meals and lost heaps of weight. Mum noticed and she got really worried. At first I welcomed this attention. It spurred me on to lose more weight. After a while though Mum became more and more frantic and I was desperate to gain weight just to keep her off my back. I achieved this within a month. I gained X kilos and continued to put on weight. This was just after I turned 12. Unfortunately that wasn't the end of my anorexic/eating disordered behaviour.... Over the next few years my weight fluctuated. I remained fairly skinny. Often I got too thin and Mum would implore me to gain weight or lament over how thin and 'awful' I looked. However, the real problem wasn't do much my weight anymore, but my increasing dependence on food and food rituals. I began really obsessively counting calories, worrying about how full/hungry I was, and what I ate and when. My family relationships and social life became stale. I began to isolate myself more and more. I didn't need people anymore. Food was my new best friend. Dinner became one of the meals where I'd eat a lot. I'd restrict my calories during the day so I could eat more while watching tv that night. All day I'd think about dinner and what I'd eat! Food was taking over my life! I was homeschooled throughout high school. Despite being part of various activity groups I didn't have friends to distract me from my growing obsessions. I also became quite a high a achiever. I was always busy with schoolwork, chores, novel writing, dancing etc. I seemed to excel in everything but I was never satisfied with myself. I began feeling increasingly angry and frustrated with myself. I tried self harm but felt so horrible about it I couldn't bear to do it anymore. At 15 I enrolled in 'diploma in children's services' (child care) at Tafe. My weight plummeted. I looked emancipated. I developed extreme exercise routines, sometimes between 2-3 hours a day. I was so obsessive I hated sitting down doing nothing for more than 5 mins! If I did I would gain weight! I started timing myself when completing general chores e.g washing up. If I took longer than I allowed myself I'd get frantic, call myself fat slow and lazy and hate myself intensely. I started getting really tense all the time. I could never relax! Always afraid that I would get lazy and gain weight. It was hell! If I thought I'd wasted too much time I'd skip the next meal to make up for the calories I should've but didn't burn! Now I realise this was a form of obsessive compulsive disorder. But being only 15 at the time I had no idea. I was still eating heaps at night, and looking forward to dinner was what got me through each day. I was basically living to eat. Mum noticed how thin I was around this time. She wrote a menu up which included foods I couldn't bear to eat. Of course I didn't stick to it. I lied and tried all sorts of tricks to get out of eating those foods. My relationship with Mum got really bad. We were fighting every week. Life became awful :(. At 16 I decided I was tired of anorexia. I was going to be healthy and normal. I hated the way I'd become. I hadn't hit puberty yet and I was scared I'd become infertile. Well after a agonising week of force feeding myself my fear foods I gained weight. I was really proud of myself. That was mostly the end of anorexia but not ed :( my obsessions over food only increased, as did my obsession with time, and my OCD. I would be cooking dinner, hurrying and hurrying cos I couldn't waste one min. It was driving me crazy! I was so stressed all the time. At 17 I graduated from Tafe with my diploma and enrolled in a teaching degree at Uni. Before Uni started I decided I was going to break my time and food obsessions and become 'normal'. Well not so easy as I soon found out :( I realises I has no idea how to do things normally without racing. I was so frustrated with myself. I hated myself for it. During my first semester of Uni I got great results. My obsessiveness drove me to overachieve. Halfway through the year I developed panic attacks. It felt like death but they only lasted a week thankfully. By the time I was 18 I got really serious about overcoming my fears and obsessions about time and calories consumptions. Over the summer break, after my first year of Uni, I tried spending more time with family. I wants to feel human again and stop turning to food, obsessions and achievements for comfort. It worked. I gained weight, got curves. I learnt to relax and my relationships improved. My social life became far more satisfying. I was getting out and doing things more. I didn't completely let go of my calorie obsessions but I was much improved. Food and weight control was no longer a goal. I had a much richer healthier perspective. Then things got bad again...
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