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The Lewis & Clark journals provide a fascinating snapshot of the U.S. frontier on the cusp of the 19th century, when the explorers were navigating through a roiling melting pot of attitudes, cultures and nationalities. This rapidly changing world is perfectly illustrated in Lewis's journal entry of November 23, 1803. The Corps of Discovery was still en route from Louisville to St. Louis. Clark was under the weather with stomach problems, and Lewis took a break from navigating the difficult and rapid currents of the Mississippi River to pay a visit to a settlement he called "Cape Jeradeau" (more commonly known today as Cape Girardeau, Missouri).
There Lewis encountered the commandant, a striking figure named Louis Lorimier. Born near Montreal in 1748, Lorimier and his father had established an Indian trading post known as "Laramie's Station" on a branch of the Great Miami River in Ohio. Lorimier was loyal to the British during the Revolution, and even led raiding parties of Indians into Kentucky. Awkwardly, William Clark's brother George Rogers Clark had burned Laramie's Station to the ground in 1782, ruining his business and destroying $20,000 worth of goods.
So it was perhaps just as well that Lewis went alone to visit Louis Lorimier. A few years after George Rogers Clark burned him out, Lorimier had moved to Spanish Louisiana in the 1780's and obtained a large land grant from the Spanish to establish a settlement for Indians, partly as a defensive buffer against possible American invasion. Lorimier's district was huge, extending, in Lewis's words, " the distance of sixty miles W. from the river as far as the river St. Francis." Under the Spanish crown, Lorimier was authorized to administer land grants, hold court, take the census, and maintain the militia for Cape Girardeau. After the Louisiana Purchase in 1803, in spite of being no great friend to the United States, Lorimier continued in much the same role and served as U.S. Indian agent.
Having entirely recovered his losses from the George Rogers Clark incident, Lorimier was now "a man of very considerable property." Lewis witnessed this firsthand in a wild scene that was going on just as he arrived. He found Commandant Lorimier in the middle of a horse race, in which the prizes were the horses themselves. Lorimier lost four horses valued at $200 but "seemed to bear his loss with much cheerfulness." But not everyone followed his example.
The Comdt. was busied for some time in settling the disputes which had arrisen in consequence of odds being given among the by betters; this seane reminded me very much of their small raises in Kentucky among the uncivilized backwoodsmen, nor did the subsequent disorder which took place in consequence of the descision of the judges of the rase at all lessen the resembleance; one fellow contrary to the descision of the judges swore he had won & was carrying off not only his own horse but that also of his competitor; but the other being the stoutest of the two dismounted him and took both horses in turn; it is not extrawdinary that these people should be disorderly they are almost entirely emegrant from the fronteers of Kentuckey & Tennessee, and are the most dessolute and abandoned even among these people; they are men of desperate fortunes, but little to loose either character or property—
Once all disputes were settled, Lewis was able to present his credentials and found himself warmly received by Lorimier. He describe the commandant in vivid terms:
he is a man about 5 F 8 I high, dark skin hair and [e]yes; he is remarkable for having once had a remarkable suit of hair; he was very cheerfull & I took occasion to mention this to him he informed me that it was on[c]e so long that it touched the grond when he stood errect—nor was it much less remarkable for it's thickness; this I could readily believe from it's present appearance, he is about 60 years of age, and yet scarcely a grey hair in his head; which reaches now when cewed (the manner in which he dresses it) nearly as low as his knees, and it is proportionally thick; he appears yet quite active— this uncommon cue falls dow his back to which it is kept close by means of a leather gerdle confined around his waist—
Like many Canadian traders, Lorimier had taken metis wife, a French-Shawnee woman named Charlotte Bougainville. Lewis was invited home to meet Charlotte and the rest of Lorimier's family. He found them to be remarkably "decent," using the adjective three times in the course of one journal entry. "She is a very desent woman and if we may judge from her present appearance has been very handsome when young," Lewis wrote of Lorimier's wife. "She dresses after the Shawnee manner with a stroud leggings and mockinsons, differing however from them in her linin which seemed to be drawn beneath her girdle of her stroud, as also a short Jacket with long sleeves over her linin with long sleeves more in the stile of the French Canadian women."
Lorimier and his wife had seven children. His eldest daughter caught Lewis's eye: "The daughter is remarkably handsome & dresses in a plain yet fashionable stile or such as is now Common in the Atlantic States among the respectable people of the middle class. she is an agreeable affible girl, & much the most descent looking feemale I hae seen since I left the settlement in Kentuckey a little below Louisville."
Invited to stay for supper, Lewis wrote with approval, "The lady of the family presided, and with much circumspection performed the honours of the table: supper being over which was really a comfortable and desent onen I bid the family an afectionate adieu." It may have been the last decent meal the Captain would have for a while, at least until he reached St. Louis.
In 1806, Lorimier laid out the lots and streets for Cape Girardeau along the wide, flat riverfront. In 1808, the settlement was incorporated as the town of Cape Girardeau. Louis Lorimier, the Father of Cape Girardeau, died in 1812 and is buried in Lorimier Cemetery, on land that he donated to the community he founded. His wife preceded him in death in 1808 and is buried by his side.


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Portobello-Stuffed Pork Roast
Total TimePrep: 35 min. Bake: 2 hours + standing
Makes8 servings (1 cup sauce)
- 1 package (6 ounces) dried cherries
- 3/4 cup ruby port wine or grape juice, warmed, divided
- 3 large portobello mushrooms, divided
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 6 garlic cloves, minced
- 1-1/2 cups soft bread crumbs
- 1/3 cup chopped pecans
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 3 tablespoons plus 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar, divided
- 1 boneless pork loin roast (3 to 4 pounds)
- 1/2 cup ruby port wine or grape juice
- 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
- In a small bowl, combine cherries and 1/2 cup wine. Let stand 5 minutes. Drain cherries, reserving wine; set side.
- Chop one mushroom. In a large skillet, saute onion in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Remove from heat. Add bread crumbs, pecans, salt, pepper, 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar, 1/2 cup cherries and chopped mushroom.
- Preheat oven to 350°. Starting about a third in from one side, make a lengthwise slit in the roast to within 1/2 in. of bottom. Turn roast over and make another lengthwise slit, starting from about a third in from the opposite side. Open roast so it lies flat; cover with plastic wrap. Flatten to 3/4-in. thickness; remove plastic. Spread stuffing mixture over meat.
- Roll up jelly-roll style, starting with a long side. Tie pork at 2-in. intervals with kitchen string. Place on a rack in a shallow roasting pan. Slice remaining mushrooms; brush with 1 tablespoon vinegar. Arrange around pork.
- Bake 1 hour. In a small bowl, combine remaining vinegar and reserved wine; brush over pork. Bake 1 to 1-1/2 hours longer or until a thermometer reads 160°. Let stand 10 minutes before slicing.
- For sauce, in a small saucepan, combine wine, vinegar, broth, garlic and remaining cherries. Bring to a boil; cook until liquid is reduced by half. Stir in cream; simmer 5 minutes. Serve with pork and mushrooms.
Nutrition Facts8 ounces cooked pork with 2 tablespoons sauce: 495 calories, 23g fat (7g saturated fat), 105mg cholesterol, 302mg sodium, 33g carbohydrate (22g sugars, 2g fiber), 36g protein.
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This is one of my favorite ways to make pork. This is certainly for mushroom lovers. It is certainly worth the effort.
Feb 18, 2014
I've made this twice. First time the outside got burnt a little bit - just didn't look pretty but tasted fine. Also the remaining portobellos turned into a solid black burnt mass. I'm going to blame it all on my oven though. Second time I made it it came out perfect - I went easy on brushing it with vinegar this time, didn't put in the remaining portobellos (cooked them in a pan instead for a short time), and went with 1 hour instead of 1.5 for baking time. I made this for Christmas and my husband's family absolutely loved it. My mom was visiting too and she spoke very highly of it which is rare - she is my biggest critic (in a constructive way) :) So this recipe is definitely a keeper - works especially great for special occasions. Just do yourself a favor and get a meat thermometer for the first time you'll be making it instead of guessing the time between 1 and 1.5h the way I did :)


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Between 2007 and 2011, Peru doubled electricity access rates from 30 percent of households to over 60 percent. The national rural electrification program has been supported by US$50 million in World Bank financing and US$10 million from the Global Environment Facility (GEF).
This is a remarkable achievement, but to make sure that the new opportunities benefit local people in rural areas, an additional initiative was launched. This "productive uses of electricity" pilot project adapted lessons from two World Bank-supported activities in Indonesia under which the national utility reached out to local communities through NGOs.
In the Peruvian case, competitively selected NGOs were contracted to help rural enterprises identify appropriate electrical equipment, conduct market assessments, prepare business plans, access existing sources of finance, and link with suppliers and buyers. "Electricity fairs" and community theater productions were used to help spread the word about how electricity could be put to use.
To date, the pilot program has helped 5,000 small businesses and households in rural areas use the electricity to develop new enterprises. For example, a collective mill in Piura whose 1,000 members had long processed their grain by hand was able to purchase mechanized equipment and was connected to the grid.
In Rwanda, the International Development Association (IDA), the World Bank's fund for the poorest, helped provide grid-based power to nearly 1 million people between 2009 and 2012, a threefold increase, while schools and health centers achieved a 70 percent increase in connections.
In Bangladesh, over 2 million low-income rural households now have electricity – delivered by solar panels – thanks to a project partly financed by IDA. Some 4 million Africans are using off-grid lighting, thanks to Lighting Africa, an IFC program.
These leaps forward reflect the priority many developing countries attach to bridging the electric power access deficit that still affects 1.2 billion of the world's people. They are part of a global effort by the World Bank Group that has brought electricity to 41 million people since 2007, a quarter of whom were reached with off-grid power.
This concentration on expanding access has been reinforced by the Energy Sector Directions Paper, recently endorsed by the Bank Group's Board. It describes how the World Bank Group will help client countries secure the affordable, reliable, and sustainable energy supply needed to end extreme poverty and promote shared prosperity.
The Bank helps countries find renewable energy solutions wherever possible. Projects include support for concentrating solar plants in North Africa, off-grid household solar in Mongolia, wind farms in Turkey, and geothermal power in Kenya. In South Africa, IFC is investing $143 million and coordinating $264 million in parallel loans to build two concentrated solar power projects. In Indonesia, the Bank is helping boost geothermal power generation in South Sumatra and North Sulawesi, to add 150 MW of capacity, thereby displacing coal-based power generation.
Hydropower is the largest source of affordable renewable energy deployable at scale in developing countries. Countries in Africa and South Asia, where the access deficit is greatest – 306 million in India, 82 million in Nigeria, 56 million in DRC – are also among those with the largest unrealized hydropower potential, as are Nepal and Myanmar. About 90 percent of Africa's hydropower potential has not yet been tapped. The World Bank Group is committed to responsible, sustainable development of hydropower projects of all sizes and types depending on the local context – run of the river, pumped storage, and reservoir – including off-grid projects that meet decentralized rural needs.
Support for hydropower has included financing for the Bujagali run-of-river project, now meeting half of Uganda's electricity needs. Two IDA credits supported the Felou hydroelectric project, increasing by 63 megawatts (MW) low-cost power to utilities in Mali, Mauritania, and Senegal.
Two recent examples are financing of $340 million to support the 80 megawatt Rusumo Falls hydroelectric project for Burundi, Rwanda and Tanzania, announced by Bank Group President Jim Kim last May. Another $150 million is provided for rehabilitation of the Ruzizi I and II hydroelectric projects and financing for Ruzizi III, supplying electricity for Rwanda, Burundi and DRC. These projects and others like them can transform whole economies and the lives of millions.
On the necessary global transition to a more sustainable energy path, a recent World Bank-led Global Tracking Framework Report on Sustainable Energy for All, emphasizes the role of developed and emerging market countries. It shows that progress on expanding renewable energy and improving energy efficiency depends on action by the world's 20 largest economies, as they are the world's largest energy consumers, responsible for 80 percent of greenhouse gases emitted.
Action to stop climate change depends on getting the balance right among developed countries, where the Bank Group does not engage in the energy sector, with the compelling development needs of low-income countries, where the Bank Group supports energy and development aspirations.
Bank Group energy financing – including IBRD, IDA, IFC, and MIGA guarantees – has totaled $49 billion over the six years since 2008, of which $19.2 billion was for energy efficiency and renewable energy projects, while $8.1 billion supported transmission and distribution expansion, and another $8.3 billion other energy programs, including policy and regulatory reform. Over the same period, the Climate Investment Funds committed over $7.6 billion to date to clean energy projects, and IFC committed a total of $4.5 billion to renewable energy and energy efficiency elements of projects in sectors other than energy.
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Hydropower is one of the oldest and most widely-used renewable sources of energy. China, the world's largest producer of hydroelectricity, operates two of the 10 biggest hydroelectric power plants in the world, including the world's largest Three Gorges project.


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Surgeons and the Scope
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In Surgeons and the Scope, James R. Zetka Jr. describes the impact of the video laparoscope on the work lives of contemporary surgeons. The video laparoscope allows surgeons to peer into the inner abdomen with a miniaturized camera, thereby enabling them to perform complex operations without large incisions through small ports punched into the abdominal wall. This technological innovation revolutionized surgery as we know it. Zetka blends rich interview and archival data into a compelling account of an important technological development. He shows how the new laparoscopic technology challenged surgeons to rethink their approaches to surgery, to relearn basic hand-eye coordination, to master complex machinery, and to shift from individualistic to team-based work strategies. Zetka then explains how and why general surgeons embraced this disruptive technology by examining the breakdown of the division of labor between general surgeons and gastroenterologists in response to the unintended and unanticipated outcomes of the scope technology. In Surgeons and the Scope, Zetka weaves cultural, structural, and political economic developments into a sophisticated account of technological change. By viewing the advent of laparoscopic surgery within the context of the history, culture, and ideology of medicine, Zetka provides a deeper understanding of the politics of technology, particularly its effects on job skills, occupations, and worker control.


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text: Job Discussion Forums :: View topic - This can only be good for jobs Get TEFL Certified & Start Your Adventure Today! Job Discussion Forums"The Internet's Meeting Place for ESL/EFL Students and Teachers from Around the World!" FAQ Search Memberlist Usergroups Register Profile Log in to check your private messages Log in This can only be good for jobs Job Discussion Forums Forum Index -> United Kingdom View previous topic :: View next topic Author Message Russell HaddJoined: 06 May 2004Posts: 181 Posted: Wed Jul 14, 2004 3:34 pm Post subject: This can only be good for jobs This article from the weekend looks hopeful for the future. http://news.scotsman.com/topics.cfm?tid=734&id=670952004 But it is important that the executive get it right on the fees issue at home; I'm not sure they have. If it goes one way i.e. no fees in Scotland while England eventually charges what it likes, Scottish Universities will end up as the cheap and cheerful option of British education. If it goes the other with fees for non-Scots there will be challenges to it in the courts and the case law could end up Scottish Universities in a mess. We could have the situation where the poorest English people fill the the places in Scotland while the Scots head south en masse. Back to top Display posts from previous: All Posts1 Day7 Days2 Weeks1 Month3 Months6 Months1 Year Oldest FirstNewest First Job Discussion Forums Forum Index -> United Kingdom All times are GMT Page 1 of 1 Jump to: Select a forum Where to Begin----------------General DiscussionNewbie ForumCurrent Events ForumTechnology ForumOnline Teaching Forum Africa Forums----------------General Africa Forum Asia Forums----------------CambodiaChina (Job-related Posts Only)China (Off-Topic)Hong KongIndiaIndonesiaJapanMalaysiaPhilippinesSingaporeTaiwanThailandGeneral Asia ForumVietnam Caribbean Forums----------------General Caribbean Forum Europe Forums----------------Czech RepublicFranceGermanyGreeceItalyMacedonia and the BalkansPolandRomaniaRussia & C.I.S.SpainTurkeyUkraineUnited KingdomGeneral Europe Forum Latin America Forums----------------ArgentinaBrazilChileColombiaCosta RicaMexicoMexico (off-topic)PeruGeneral Latin America Forum The Middle East Forums----------------BahrainEgyptIsraelKuwaitOmanQatarSaudi ArabiaUnited Arab EmiratesGeneral Middle East Forum North America Forums----------------General North America Forum Oceania----------------Australia/New Zealand You cannot post new topics in this forumYou cannot reply to topics in this forumYou cannot edit your posts in this forumYou cannot delete your posts in this forumYou cannot vote in polls in this forum This page is maintained by the one and only Dave Sperling. Contact Dave's ESL Cafe Copyright © 2018 Dave Sperling. All Rights Reserved. Powered by phpBB © 2001, 2002 phpBB Group Teaching Jobs in China


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Myles Jack, you guys.
The UCLA freshman linebacker recorded eight tackles (one for a loss), recovered a fumble and broke up two passes Saturday against Arizona, and also rushed six times for 120 yards — including a 66-yard touchdown dash that wound up being the difference in a 31-26 win.
Jack, for doing just about the coolest thing any college player has done this year, earned Pac-12 offensive player of the week honors on Monday. Alas, he didn't win the conference's defensive player of the week award, too — that went to Stanford linebacker Shayne Skov. Unfortunately for Jack, Skov headlined a stout defensive effort from the Cardinal against Oregon, totaling nine tackles (two for a loss) with two forced fumbles, two pass breakups and two quarterback hurries.
Jack wasn't the only UCLA defensive player to play on offense last week, too. Noel Mazzone used five Bruins defensive linemen — including 2013 five-star recruit Eddie Vanderdoes — in a wishbone formation with Jack as the deep back. Last year, Mazzone tapped into UCLA's defense to contribute to his offense, too.
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From the Broadway show "Wicked," a take on "The Wizard of Oz" from the witches' point of view, this is a tender, expressive ballad with touching lyrics:"Like a comet pulled from orbit as it passes a sun. Like a stream that meets a boulder halfway through the wood. Who can say if I've been changed for the better because I knew you, I have been changed for good." Its message about how we can affect each other's lives is one your students will easily relate to, and it will inspire them to sing their best in performance! Highly recommended!
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South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley on Wednesday ordered an evacuation of two counties as Hurricane Matthew continued north, threatening to hit the U.S. coast later this week.
Haley reversed the lanes of Interstate 26 so that all lanes of traffic were headed west and out of Charleston. It was the first time the lanes had been reversed. Plans to reverse the lanes were put in place after hours-long traffic jams during Hurricane Floyd in 1999.
The governor planned to call for more evacuations on Thursday, which would bring the total to about 500,000 people in the state. Florida urged or ordered about 1.5 million to leave the coast, said Jackie Schutz, spokeswoman for Gov. Rick Scott. Georgia had around 50,000 people told to go.
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At Folly Beach, South Carolina, southwest of Charleston, Gaby Trompeter loaded her car at her beachfront home preparing to evacuate to Augusta, Georgia.
Trompeter, a 50-year-old goldsmith who designs and makes jewelry, remembers Hurricane Hugo when she stayed in Savannah, Georgia, in 1989.
A year ago when what has been described as a 1,000-year flood inundated South Carolina there was so much water on the road near her house she couldn't get out for three days.
"If it brings a lot of rain, more than the storm last year, why would I want to stay?" she said.
Haley said only residents in Charleston and Beaufort counties are ordered to leave on Wednesday, with more evacuations expected Thursday.


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Today I am reviewing one of the raved products which I have been using almost daily since I bought it. I love it to the core as it suits my skin very well. Let us see the MAC Studio Fix Powder Plus Foundation (NW35) Review, Swatches & FOTD in detail...
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|MAC Studio Fix Powder Plus Foundation (NW35) Review, Swatches & FOTD
Price: £21.50 for 15g
What product claim?
Few technical details first to understand NW and NC: NC stands for Neutral Cool and NW is Neutral Warm.
If you have Pinkish tone in your skin then you should choose NW shade foundations and for Yellow skin tone need NC foundations. You really need to take the time while selecting the foundation. Try it in natural light and on your face instead of arm while matching as it's vital to find the right colour match with your skin. As I have pinkish skin tone, I was recommended NW35 by SA. I am quite impressed with this product.
My Thoughts:
• Provides good coverage
• Easy application
• Looks very natural
• Gives matte finish
• Long lasting
• Mirror included useful for touch-ups
• Sturdy packaging
• Works well for all types of skin including oily
• Superb pigmentation
• No fall outs
• Does not break out the skin
• Very finely milled powder with no shimmer
• Feels light and very comfortable on skin
• Comes in great variety of shades
• A Bit expensive but totally worth the price
• Need to apply moisturizer on dry skin otherwise it accentuates dry patches
• Sponge applicator provided gives uneven application, I prefer to use Buffing brush to give even application
• Those with very deep dark circles should use concealer as it covers only minor spots, acne scars and redness.
Final Verdict:
One of the best powder foundations especially for normal to oily skin beauties. It provides good coverage and gives matte finish. It is a bit expensive but worth the price and highly recommended to oil skin beauties. I love its finish, coverage and texture. It works great as a concealer too but I use MAC select cover-up concealer to hide my dark circles. This powder plus foundation can give a beautiful finish if applied correctly, so I would highly recommend this foundation.
Rating: 4.5 out of 5
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Minimize financial hardship by organizing important documents, strengthening your property, and considering insurance.
Earthquakes may last only seconds but they can shake up our lives for weeks and months to come. You can minimize your financial hardship by organizing important documents, strengthening your property and considering earthquake insurance (California residents visit EarthquakeAuthority.com).
Organize Important Documents in a "Grab and Go" Bag
You may need to leave your house quickly after an earthquake, if there's a fire, etc. To help you organize the most important information you will need, begin with designating a "grab-and-go" backpack or bag. Consider what documents you will need if you are away from home for an extended time (such as what you will need as identification, to reach loved ones, to file an insurance claim, etc.) Put all of these important documents in a sealed plastic bag, then place it into your "grab-and-go" bag. Leave your "grab-and-go" somewhere you can get to easily.
Consider what important documents you will need:
- Copies of identification.
- Copies of insurance cards.
- List of emergency contact numbers.
- Photos of belongings in your home. (This will help you file an insurance claim)
Common building problems
Most houses, apartment buildings, or commercial buildings are not as safe as they could be, especially if they are more than 30 years old. While building codes have been improved over time, few building codes require issues with older buildings to be fixed. Still, there are things that you can do to improve the structural integrity of your home or other building. Below are some of the most common issues. Others are listed on the menus at right (residential or commercial).
Inadequate foundations. Look under your house at your foundation. If the foundation is damaged or built in the "pier and post" style, consult a contractor or engineer about replacing it with a continuous perimeter foundation. Look for bolts, and square washers, in the mudsills (so you see a connection between the base of the home's wood frame and the poured concrete foundation). They should be no more than 1.8 meters (6 feet) apart in a single story and 1.2 meters (4 feet) apart in a multistory building. Adding bolts to unsecured houses is one of the most important steps toward earthquake safety. This can be done by a contractor or by someone skilled at home maintenance with proper earthquake retrofit training.
Unbraced cripple walls. Homes with a crawl space should have panels of plywood connecting the studs of the short "cripple" walls (see figure). You or a contractor can strengthen the cripple walls relatively inexpensively.
Unreinforced masonry. All masonry (brick or block walls) should be reinforced. Some communities have a program for retrofitting buildings made of unreinforced masonry. If your house has masonry as a structural element consult a structural engineer to find what can be done. Inadequately braced chimneys are a more common problem. Consult a professional to determine if your chimney is safe.
Advice for how to consult or a contractor or engineer.
Do you own your home?
Recommendations for what you can do to strengthen your home are also available from:
- FEMA – Earthquake Safety at Home
- ABAG Earthquake and Hazards Program
- Simpson Strong-Tie
- The California Earthquake Authority
- Earthquake Brace + Bolt
For those who rent
As a renter, you have less control over the structural integrity of your building, but you do control which apartment or house you rent:
- Structures made of unreinforced brick or block walls can collapse and cause great loss of life.
- Apartment buildings with "tuck-under" parking space openings can also collapse.
- Foundation and cripple wall failures can cause expensive damage but less loss of life.
- Objects attached to the sides of buildings, such as staircases, balconies, and decorations, can break off in earthquakes.
Ask your landlord these questions:
- What retrofitting has been done on this building?
- Have the water heaters been strapped to the wall studs?
- Can I secure furniture to the walls?
If you live in a mobile home…
Look under your home. If you only see a metal or wood "skirt" on the outside with concrete blocks or steel tripods or jacks supporting your home, you need to have an "engineered tie-down system" or an "earthquake-resistant bracing system" (ERBS) installed. An ERBS should have a label on the bracing that says, "Complies with the California Administrative Code, Title 25, Chapter 2, Article 7.5."
Earthquake Insurance in California: More Ways to Protect Yourself Financially
If you own your home it is probably your biggest single asset. You have worked hard to secure your piece of the American Dream by becoming a homeowner. In seconds, your dream can become a nightmare when an earthquake strikes and damages your home and personal belongings. Even if you follow the steps in this website, it is likely your home will still have some level of damage, and you will need to repair or replace belongings. One option for managing these potential costs is to buy earthquake insurance.
Renters and homeowners can protect themselves with earthquake insurance. Without earthquake insurance, you will be responsible for all costs to repair or rebuild your home and replace your personal property. Residential policies do not cover earthquake damage. For more information, contact your insurance agent or go to EarthquakeAuthority.com.
Earthquake insurance in California is typically not part of your homeowners insurance policy; it is generally a separate policy you can purchase when buying homeowners insurance. All insurance companies that sell residential property insurance in California are required by law to offer earthquake insurance to homeowners when the policy is first sold and then every two years thereafter.
The cost of the earthquake policy you are offered is based on a number of factors, including your home's location, age, construction type, and reconstruction cost. It is up to each homeowner to consider their individual risk factors and then weigh the cost of earthquake coverage against the benefits that coverage may offer after a devastating earthquake.
Many companies issue California Earthquake Authority (CEA) insurance policies, which can help you replace your belongings, rebuild your home, or live elsewhere temporarily if your home is damaged by an earthquake.
You may purchase a CEA policy only through the CEA's participating insurers. A complete list is on the CEA web site at EarthquakeAuthority.com, which has an online premium calculator.
Contact your homeowners insurance company or agent to help you evaluate your earthquake risk factors and then consider whether earthquake insurance is a good choice for you.
Flood Insurance in U.S. Covers Tsunami
If you live in a tsunami zone, consider FEMA flood insurance. Homeowner's policies do not cover damage caused by flood or tsunami. For more information, visit the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) website atwww.floodsmart.gov/floodsmart/
Myth #2: Don't be fooled!
The best building codes in the world do nothing for buildings built before a code was enacted. While the codes have been updated, the older buildings are still in place. Fixing problems in older buildings — retrofitting — is the responsibility of the building's owner.
Structural-Safety Quiz for Single-Family Home or Duplex
If you live in a single-family home or duplex, the strength of your home depends on when it was built, its style of construction, and its location.
1. When was your home built? Before 1960 = 5 points 1961-1978 = 3 points After 1978 = 1 point
2. How tall is your home? 2 or more stories with living area above a garage = 5 points Split level, on a hillside or gentle slope = 6 points 1 story, 3 or more steps up to the front door = 4 points 1 story, less than 3 steps up to the front door = 1 point
3. How hard is the ground likely to shake under your home? Portions of southern California shown as yellow or green in color on the shaking hazard map (see Future Earthquakes) = 5 points Elsewhere in southern California = 7 points
If your home scores 13 or more points on the quiz, you probably should have an engineer, architect, or contractor evaluate it unless it has been strengthened in the past few years.


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The LM2936Q ultralow quiescent-current regulator features low dropout voltage and low current in the standby mode. With less than 15μA quiescent current at a 100-μA load, the LM2936Q is suited for automotive and other battery-operated systems.
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The Archbishop's Residence
1555 North State Parkway
Chicago, Illinois
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Eight spiritual shepherds of Chicagolands Catholics have called the historic Archbishops Residence at 1555 North State Parkway "home." The Archbishops Residence has also provided shelter for Pope John Paul II and other men destined for the Chair of Peter.
Designated by the National Register of Historic Places as a structure of significance, the residence was built in 1885 at the direction of Most Rev. Patrick A. Feehan, the first Archbishop of Chicago.
The prior Bishops Residence was at LaSalle Street and North Avenue.
Main entrance to the Residence on State Street
Situated on the southeast corner of State Parkway and North Avenue, the three-story red brick Archbishops Residence is perhaps the largest and best-preserved building of its type in the Chicago area. It is one of the oldest structures in the Astor Street District, according to the Landmarks Preservation Council.
Designed by Major James R. Willett, a partner with Alfred F. Pashley, the Residence is a composition of rounded and angular bays. It is built of smooth red brick banded by the wide stone string course and set atop a low base of rusticated stone blocks.
Some 19 chimneys, of which three are in use, rise through surrounding trees to form a unique silhouette. A coach house and landscaped grounds complete the Victorian setting.
"The house has two entry facades joined at a square corner, with entrances scaled to the streets they face and to their function as points of pedestrian or carriage arrival," said the Council in its literature.
The Residence houses a small chapel, sitting rooms, rooms for resident priests and guests, a kitchen, and a dining room. The Archbishops private quarters are on the second floor.
When Pope John Paul II visited Chicago in 1979, he became the first Pontiff to stay at the Residence.
Northeast view of the Residence featuring some of its many chimneys and the porte cochere
Two previous popes stayed at the Residence as cardinals: Eugenio Cardinal Pacelli, who became Pope Pius XII; and Giovanni Cardinal Montini, who became Pope Paul VI.
United States President Franklin D. Roosevelt is one of the many prominent guests who have spent the night at the Residence.
Archbishop Blase J. Cupich currently resides in the former quarters of the late Bishop Lyne at Holy Name Cathedral. Francis Cardinal George, O.M.I., Archbishop Emeritus of Chicago had made his home at the Residence from 1997 until his death in 2015. Predecessors of Cardinal George who lived in the Residence were Archbishop Patrick A. Feehan, 1885-1902; Archbishop James E. Quigley, 1903-1915; George Cardinal Mundelein, 1915-1939; Samuel Cardinal Stritch, 1939-1958; Albert Cardinal Meyer, 1958-1965, John Cardinal Cody, 1965-1982, and Joseph Cardinal Bernardin, 1982-1996.
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This MaxTow Custom Gauge Package allows you to select 3 truck gauges from MaxTow's Blue Double Vision™ Gauge Series to install with the included truck specific triple pillar pod. The MaxTow Double Vision Gauge Series offers users with a dual readout display that includes a "quick glance" blue LED digital display as well as the classic look of an analog gauge through use of the illuminated red needle. Each gauge features a diameter of 2 1/16" (52mm) and out performs the competition by utilizing the combination of electronic sensors and stepper motor technology that allows for extremely smooth needle movement and precise gauge readings. MaxTow Gauges also feature daytime (d1, d2, d3) and nighttime (n1, n2, n3) dimming modes where you can set your preferred brightness level whether you're driving during the day or the late hours of the night! The included brightness recall function remembers the previous brightness setting you had selected before powering your truck down so you won't have to worry about resetting it every time you power your truck on! MaxTow includes extended wire harnesses for both power (3') and sending unit (9') connections to ensure you'll have more than enough for a complete installation!
Don't forget to take a moment and check out the available gauges and accessories below to see which are recommended for your truck and engine! Get ready to hit the road and Tow to the Max™!
Note: A Snubber Valve is required when installing a 30 PSI Fuel Pressure Gauge into a 1986-2015 Dodge Ram Cummins Truck.*
|For Dodge Diesel Cummins applications MaxTow recommends our 60 PSI Boost Gauge, 1500 Degree Exhaust Gas Temperature Gauge, Transmission Temperature Gauge or 30 PSI Fuel Pressure Gauge.
60 PSI Boost Gauge
1500° Pyrometer EGT Gauge
Transmission Temp Gauge
30 PSI Fuel Pressure Gauge
|For gasoline truck applications, MaxTow recommends our 2200 Degree Exhaust Gas Temperature Gauge, 100 PSI Fuel Pressure Gauge, Transmission Temperature Gauge or Water Temperature Gauge.
2200° Exhaust Gas Temperature Gauge
100 PSI Fuel Pressure Gauge
Transmission Temperature Gauge
Water Temperature Gauge
The included black triple pillar pod is specifically designed for the 94-97 Dodge Ram and is easily mounted to your existing A-pillar giving your Ram a custom fit and finish. This pod holds (3) 52mm or 2 1/16" gauges, is crafted from the highest quality ABS plastic allowing it to withstand cracking, fading, and warping. MaxTow includes a one year limited warranty and lifetime technical support with every custom gauge package that is purchased.
Fits: 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997 Dodge Ram Truck, 1500, 2500, 3500
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Salvation AMP - Earth We Walk Upon (2015)
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Band: Salvation AMP
Album title: Earth We Walk Upon
Release date: 18 April 2015
Label: Self-Released
It seldom happens that a record touches something very deep in you from the first second and thereafter keeps you entranced until the end. Such is the case with Earth We Walk Upon, the second album by Germany's Salvation AMP. Handling guitar as their muse, Salvation AMP summon alternative rock, dark-tinged classic rock and new wave elements through their music but nevertheless they're craftily diluted in a patented lift-off mix. Specifically in Earth We Walk Upon, they've broadened their sonic palette in a subtle way and, additionally, their outstanding harmonic interplay has been brought to the next level. Simply put: hair-rising rock with enjoyable touches of influential guitar-driven goth. Earth We Walk Upon is an emotional, filled, surrounding stringed beauty that will grow into a lifelong listening for you.
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Knitted skirts…you either love them, or hate them. But no one can deny that their popularity is on the rise. Case in point – Demeter by Alison Stewart-Guinee from the newest issue of Twist Collective.
This cute skirt is knit from one of our favorite all season yarns, Chesapeake. Made from organic cotton and merino wool, it is the ideal yarn for a skirt. The cotton makes it light and drapey, while the wool will help the garment keep its shape (no droopy bottoms here!)
The pattern is written top-down in one piece (have I ever mentioned on the blog before that I hate seaming and love making things in one piece?). The only trick to this pattern is that the correct side is reverse stockinette, so there is more purling than knitting…but think of all the purling practice you will get!
I really love that the 'stems' of the leaves are on the diagonal. It helps give the illusion of the skirt being knit on the bias…which is extremely flattering for most body shapes.
The picot bind off is the perfect finish to the skirt. It helps ensure that your bind off has a little extra give, which will complement the a-line shape of the skirt.
I think this could be the perfect knitted skirt. I can see it now with a long sleeve t-shirt and some flats. It would also be great in the summer with a tank and some sandals. And you don't dare pack it up come fall…just throw a pair of tights and boots on underneath and pair it with a long sleeve blouse and a jacket.
Knit on!
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Hello, my name is Leisa. I live in the BSL Hell of Iowa.
I have been involved in fighting BSL for close to three years now. I co-own the BSLWorkshop with Judy Shreiber, who is the Legislative Liason for the Bull Terrier Club. I also do the site management for the Rott-N-Chatter Legislative pages. Jan has been my mentor since I started fighting BSL, and I am Blessed to be guided by her. About 12 years experience with bull breeds and now have a rott-n-pup who is just a year old. Also have a maltese cross who rules the house. I have a Harley, as does hubby and we camp every weekend in the summer. I also have a 1970 Chevy Monte Carlo, which is great fun. Off work due to an accident, so spend about 12 hours a day on BSL related issues. Glad to get the invite to the group...I need a place to go and relax!!!
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my DSA re-barreled Fal, from bench Iron sights 150 yards I can hit a pie plate most of the time. Never had a scope on it so obviously it could do better.
I dont beleive I have ever seen a disscusion about accuracy for the fal, altho Im sure its all been said. But what is the average accuracy for the fal? Ive never "anchored" mine to see what it will group, but I have no prob. making "headshots" at 500 yds. I have a decent but not very expensive scope. Im just wondering.
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my DSA re-barreled Fal, from bench Iron sights 150 yards I can hit a pie plate most of the time. Never had a scope on it so obviously it could do better.
okay -- I have an L1A1 and a 600 yd range.
With handloads and no wind from a bench and with a 24 power scope will put all 20 rounds in 9".
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I own a FAL and an L1A1.
Both are acceptable accuracy wise. My definition of acceptable:
Hit a Human Torso sized target at 600 Meters, repeatably.
I built a total of 8 heavy barrel FAL rifles that were capable of 8-ring accuracy at 800 Meters.
As far as I am concerned; FAL rifles are "Accurate Enough".
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Another dumb question. Was there ever a "dedicated" sniper version? It seems like mine is not a fluke, that they are capable of really good accuracy. Thanks for the replies.
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I had a imbel parts kit on an imbel receiver that I could get to shoot 1.5"-2" at 100yds open sights laying prone without a rest. Thats about as good as I can shoot open sights even with my tack driving poodle shooter. I never did try mounting a scope on it.
FN made dustcover scope mounts, but AFAIK no country ever had them made up as sniper rifles. Back in it's heyday, sniper rifles were bolt actions.
Moleman, same one here,Imbel. Kernel, I do remember somekinda dustcover mnt, now that you mention it. I can see the scope in my mind but cant remember what it was called. Its been a loooong time since I reserched anything to do w/ fal. Edit: Trilux L2A2 I beleive.
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British Army and Royal Marines used the Trilux scope. I think it was only a 2 power or 4 power, and they had a lighted post that came down from the top of the sight picture. Pretty cool, and I got to shoot one at RAF Upper Heyford back in the '80s. The Brits loved those rifles, and that is where I caught the FAL bug.
I don't remember who asked, but there were several countries that had a sniper version of the FAL. South Africa and Israel come to mind. These were not purpose built, but were selected for accuracy and fitted with a scope. SA used a 6x fixed. These would be better described as "Designated Marksman" type rifles, as opposed to "Sniper" type rifles.
My bottom line: Just about any well built FAL will shoot as well as any M1A. In the same caliber, at 500 Meters; my FAL and L1A1 do a really good impression of a Mauser (when the gas plug is flipped for manual "straight pull").
That is my experience.
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Located in the historic neighborhood of Chestnut Hill, Mass., just six miles outside of Boston, St. Ignatius parish was founded on November 7, 1926, and placed under the care of the Jesuit Fathers residing at Boston College. Parishioners are drawn from across eastern Massachusetts and include families, single adults and students from Boston College.
Although not the university's church, St. Ignatius enjoys a special relationship with Boston College. Each year, several Boston College students teach in their religious education program, and Jesuit priests from Boston College occasionally preside at their liturgies. On their part, St. Ignatius provides a spiritual home for many students during their time at Boston College and for many alumni on their wedding day.
After the parish was founded, religious services were held in the Chapel of Saint Mary and in the Library Auditorium of Boston College for many years. It wasn't until 1940 that plans for a new parish church began, and on July 31, 1949, the Church of St. Ignatius of Loyola was dedicated.
Today, St. Ignatius boasts an exciting assortment of music ensembles that enrich the church's liturgy. Ensembles include a high-energy Contemporary Music Ensemble; the Children's Carol Choir; the St. Ignatius Symphonia for experienced student and parish instrumentalists; and Ministerio de la Comunidad Latina en San Ignacio, the Latino music ministry. (Photo by John Workman, via Flickr.)


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OK. So lets start then. SQLStats is a plugin for MySQL 5.5 and up, it will not work at all with previous versions. What it does is reasonable simple, the reason it hasn't been done before is that MySQL just wasn't instrumented to support it, but the effect is really usuful anyway. The 4 things it does, in short, are:
- Pick up all SQL Statements executing in MySQL. This is done using the MySQL Audit plugin interface.
- The SQL Statement is then normalized, which in this case means that all literals in the statements are taken away, so that SELECT * FROM orders WHERE orderid = 57 becomes SELECT * FROM orders WHERE orderid = ?. Then we place this statement in a list of most recently executed statements, if the normalized version is already in the list, the execute counter is incremented and the statement is popped to the top (as it is most recently executed), else it is inserted into the list (and popped to the top), in which case, if the list of full, the least recently executed statement leaves the list.
- Then we check a second list, the toplist of most executed statements. If the execute count of the normalized statement will make it appear on this list, it is added there in the same way.
As a sidenote, both the recently executed list as well as the top executed list are simple in-memory datastructures. They are not stored on disk or anything, they are just lists of C-structs allocated dynamically.
- The last thing the Plugin do is to expose two INFORMATION_SCHEMA plugins, so that the recently executed list and the toplist can be examined as normal MySQL tables.
One magic aspect here is the Audit plugin API? What is that you ask? It is actually pretty well documented these days (see http://dev.mysql.com/doc/refman/5.5/en/audit-plugins.html). Basically how I use it in this instance is to pick up the statements every time they are written to, or would be written to, the general log. Note that the general log does NOT have to be enabled anywhere for the plugin to work! That's a releif, right?
So, once the plugin is installed, if you follow the documentation, you can see the most recently executed statements in the SQLSTATS_LASTSQL tables in the INFORMATION_SCHEMA schema, like this for example:
The columns are described in the documentation, but the most important ones are:
- STATEMENT - The normalized statement.
- SAMPLE_STATEMENT - The first real statement that was turned into the normalized statement in the STATEMENT column.
- NUM_EXECUTES - The number of times the statement has been executed.
- NUM_ROWS_TOTAL - The total number of rows retrieved by all NUM_EXECUTES executions of the statement.
You can turn collection of statements on and off by setting the sqlstats_enable global variable:
SET GLOBAL sqlstats_enable=1; -- Turn SQLSTATS on
The installation script will turn it on. You may also adjust the size of the lists using the global variables sqlstats_lru_stmts and sqlstats_top_stmts global variables. The way these work now, they will not really be adjusted down below the current size of the list.
To install the plugin, just follow the documentation. As you have to link with the MySQL sourcecode, the build process is slightly iffy, but once built, the plugin can be installed and deinstalled and recinfigured, without shuting down the server or anything.
I think that the Audit API is good enough reason to go with MySQL 5.5, if you ask me. My testing, and some semi-production testing here at RF, has shown that the overhead of the plugin is hardly noticable.


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You want to be fit/lose weight (just think of all the major illnesses can either be prevented or controlled by regular exercise, such as diabetes and heart disease).
That said, while home gyms can be convenient, they can also become dull (there are only so many fitness DVDs that you can follow). A gym can offer many great alternatives, including state-of-the-art gym equipment and engaging, challenging group fitness classes that make it easier (and sometimes even fun) to exercise. However, joining a gym is something you must make an informed decision about…before you waste your time and money.
Ask these questions before you commit to a gym:
1. What do I need? The most important factor in choosing the right gym is finding one that fits your goals. Why do you want to join? To lose weight? To tone up? To treat an injury or health condition?
Look for a facility that offers the most classes that meet your needs. For example, if you have arthritis, a facility offering water aerobics classes will be preferable over one that does not. Get a tour of the facilities and check out the array of equipment provided.
2. Is the club nearby my home (or work)? The fitness club you're looking at may be fabulous in every way — but if it's not conveniently located, you won't go regularly.
3. Is the facility accredited by the industry's leading associations? Ask if the club is a member of the International Health, Racquet and Sports Association (IHRSA). It's the most respected association in the industry and its member clubs must uphold strict standards in member services and programs.
4. What types of fitness classes and programs does the club offer? Is the staff supportive? Look into the variety of classes and programs offered and ask if they're included in the club's monthly membership dues. Also, find a club where the staff, including the trainers, are willing to help and answer questions if you have them.
5. Do I have to pay extra for classes? Are classes included in your monthly fee, or do you have to pay an additional fee for them once you join? Do you have to pay for them ahead of time (say, six months worth)? Does the gym offer one free class so you can find out if it's right for you?
6. Is the gym clean? While there are no nationally-recognized health codes specific to gyms, you'll want to check out the facilities for cleanliness.
Take a look at the equipment — dust piled up beneath or around the exercise machines is a sure-fire sign of poor maintenance. Check out the lockers, showers, and changing areas to make sure they look properly attended-to.
Once you do join, protect yourself. Wipe down machines with antibacterial wipes before you use them (should be provided), and wear shower shoes in the locker room and shower.
7. Does your workout schedule coincide with the club's busiest hours? Visit the club a few times during the hours you intend to use it and see how busy the club is. Is the parking lot packed at your desired gym time? Is there a line to use the treadmills? Make sure the things you need will be available when you need them to be. Joining a gym won't do you any good if, every time you go, you spend more time waiting, rather than working out.
15 Questions To Ask Before Joining A Gym was originally published on blackdoctor.org


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It's still January, the season of the yoga rage. New explorers from all walks of life are trying out classes, and trying the dedicated practitioners' patience. An article out of the UK sites incidences of "yoga rage" are on the rise, as new students arrive unaware of the etiquette of yoga class and turn the sacred space of practice into a practice of distraction.
For those of us who have been practicing for a while, this occurrence is not uncommon during those peak times of the year. Naïve new students bring cell phones into class, walk into the space with soiled shoes, enter late and leave early, and are just generally unaware of their surroundings and their place in it. But what does it say about our practice as students of yoga that we would allow the actions of the others affect our own practice, much less turn to "rage." Sure the space gets crowded, and we might get a foot or hand in the face, but we're practicing yoga after all. Patience, compassion, and generosity are what it is all about.
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Many studios post on their websites and at various locations in the studio a kind reminder of the studio policies, but often in the rush to get to class these things get overlooked. So how do we provide support for the newcomers while maintaining respect for our own practice? I.e. how do we avoid the "rage?" Good question. For starters, we can adopt an attitude of understanding. Even if we have practiced for years, we all started somewhere. Our knowledge grew from experience and the support of our peers and teachers. We can also approach a crowded class full of newcomers with the desire to serve. If it is your normal routine to enter class quietly and spend a few moments meditatively moving or sitting, then utilize the power of your intention to cultivate a sense of warmth without saying a word, or step out of the box of your usual practice and be present to welcome and support new students.
Make the choice to cultivate patience and compassion. When the heat is turned up and bodies start to move, find patience for the one whose hand is in your face during Surya Namaskar and whose feet are in your back during seated forward folds. Be compassionate toward the all too familiar lint-picker or clock-watcher. Know in your heart that you teach patience and endurance by example. Allow the joy of your practice to shine through you and onto others. Lastly, know that eventually they will get it, and if not, fairly quickly they will determine that this is not the place for them right now. Your space will become sacred again soon enough, and by working with acceptance and tolerance, you will open into a whole new side of your practice.
For those of us who are the newcomers to yoga, here is a list of general things that will help foster good yoga etiquette.
1. Arrive early.
2. Dress appropriately (or allow for plenty of time to change before class)
3. Take your shoes off and store them in the correct location.
4. Turn your cell phones off (or leave them at home).
5. Avoid powerful odors of any kind (artificial or natural).
6. savasana is required! If you must leave early, position yourself near the door and exit silently.
Know that most studios have their own list of guidelines and considerations. Please check with the teachers or the studio staff if you have any questions.


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There are a lot of cards in Hearthstone. It can be difficult to know which ones to craft with your hard earned dust, especially in the beginning. Do you save up for a legendary or try and craft more accessible cards in order to build up decent library? I mentioned it before, but I think the best option is grabbing up the basics, specifically cards that hold value across multiple decks.
There's no ranking behind these cards, so grab them up in whatever order you see fit. All of them have strengths and weaknesses, which we'll discuss below.


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With over 40 million members, Microsoft knows that not all of them own a Windows Phone. In a surprising statement to Forbes, a Microsoft spokesman states that Xbox Live will be headed to non-Microsoft devices. Namely rival devices running iOS and Android.
According to a Microsoft rep, via Forbes:
"While the Xbox Live experiences and games always work best on the Windows platform, we understand that some Xbox fans may be using other types of devices. To satisfy that need, we are working to extend a few of our Xbox experiences and titles to other platforms."
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Xbox Live on iOS and Android comes hot off news that Microsoft will end its Microsoft Points currency by the end of the year. Perhaps this switching to using dollars instead of points for in-app/game purchasing will make porting features to iOS and Android more appealing (and get approval).
From a business perspective, Microsoft expanding Xbox Live to non-Windows and Xbox hardware makes lots of sense. There's clearly a huge market for gaming thanks to the App Store and Android Market, and with non-gaming pushes like watching video and listening to music making big strides on Xbox Live, Microsoft's eyes should be lighting up with potential dollar signs.
Besides, it was inevitable that Xbox Live would go multi-platform (at least in some limited capacity), as Microsoft launched its first iPhone/iPad game Kinectimals at the end of last year and extended its My Xbox Live app to iOS as well.
I think the addition of Xbox Live to non-Windows smartphones and tablets is going to be a boon for developers and end-users. Maybe Xbox Live is the "super OS" Microsoft will use to tie all of its devices. Knowing that Xbox Live will be fully integrated into Windows 8, too, I would't be surprised if that turned out to be true.
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Envelope found in Houdini's desk - from a famous aviator and showman
Just think- you can own a piece of magical history- something that was handled by the great Harry Houdini himself! This is a one-of-a-kind collectible, perfect for framing. What a great gift!
See a larger version of the image. Please note that the picture of the airplane ad is for your information only- it is not included with the envelope.
In the late 1980's, magician Peter Monticup (owner of MagicTricks.com), purchased Harry Houdini's ornate desk. The desk had been in storage in Houdini's former NYC home from 1926 until it was sold in 1980. Peter purchased the desk from this buyer, along with a number of personal items from the Houdini home.
The desk had a number of secret compartments and hidden drawers. Inside one of the drawers was a stack of envelopes from correspondence Houdini had received. Houdini was a notorious "saver", so it is no surprise that he kept these envelopes. The letters were from all different sources- his lawyers, his fans, fellow magicians, etc. He even wrote notes on some of the envelopes, either noting the importance of the contents, or just scribbling on them as scrap paper. In researching the envelopes, we've found an important connection to an event or person in Houdini's life. Of all the thousands upon thousands of letters he received each year, he saved each of these envelopes for a reason.
This is one of the envelopes found in the desk. It is postmarked September 2, 1920 from Brooklyn, NY. The return address is from Harry E. Tudor, 369 Ocean Avenue, Brooklyn, NY. The street address has been crossed out and corrected by typewriter as 35 Hawthorne St.
Harry E. Tudor was a colorful personality in both the aviation and the show business worlds. As a show promoter, he was the manager of Frank C. Bostock's Bostock Jungle, a wild animal show that gained its greatest fame by staging a number of legal wedding ceremonies inside a steel cage, with human brides and grooms attended by wedding parties made up of lions and tigers. From about 1908 until 1912, Tudor travelled extensively in the U.S. and in Europe with the show. When Frank Bostock died suddenly in 1912, Tudor moved into the amusement business, selling rides and devices for J.W. Zarro Co. This experience led to his next position as manager of the famous Rockaway Playland Amusement Park on Long Island, NY, then called the L.A. Thompson Amusement Park. (L.A. Thompson was the inventor of the modern roller coaster).
It was his connection with aviation, however, that is probably the reason for his correspondence with Houdini. By 1918, Tudor was a well-known aviation expert, and enthusiastic supporter of experimental flights. The end of WWI left a surplus of airplanes, and Tudor's ideas for using those planes were widely quoted in the aviation magazines. He believed that the commercial airline industry could greatly benefit by the experience and experimentation of "average people" who became amateur pilots. From 1918 into the early 1920's, Tudor was a salesman for the Aircraft Department of the Maryland Steel Corp. He placed advertisements like the one shown above in the leading aviation magazines, selling planes like the Bellanca Two-Seater, "The Aeroplane for the Average Man".
The correspondence in this envelope could have been a sales pitch to Houdini the Pilot- or it could have been part of an ongoing correspondence between the two, perhaps hinting at Houdini's plans for another flight.
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This is a standard size envelope (about 3.5" x 6"). It's old, it's been through the mail, it's yellowed. Houdini tore it across the top (probably with a dull letter opener) to remove the contents. This envelope is in "AS FOUND" condition.
DISCLAIMER: Though these envelopes are absolutely original and absolutely came from Houdini's desk, we cannot be totally sure of the contents of the correspondence that was sent in the envelope, because the envelopes in the desk were all empty. What you read in the description above is our BEST GUESS about the contents of any correspondence, based on our research and our own conclusions.
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