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Q: Problem with z-index in Internet Explorer 7 i have a testcase here.
What I want to achieve is, that the blue parent element with its green child element wraps around the red element like a paper-clip. As you can see in all modern browsers this works very well - but in IE7 the green element stays in the background.
Is there a solution how I can achieve this in IE7?
EDIT: It is essential, that the green element remains as a child element of the blue one because the blue element will be animated which also takes effect on the green elements width an position.

A: Add position:relative; to the CSS where z-index is declared. It works in most cases.
In your case it would be
  #middle-container {
      width: 250px;
      height: 300px;
      background: red;
      left: 100px;
      top: 20px;
      z-index: 2;
      position: relative; /* added row to make z-index work */
      opacity: .9;
  }

  #container-behind {
      width: 220px;
      height: 110px;
      padding-left: 70px;
      background: blue;
      top: 80px;
      left: 320px;
      z-index: 1;
      position: relative; /* added row to make z-index work */
  }

A: This works in IE7
Demo: http://jsfiddle.net/dTJ4d/1
Demo 2: http://jsfiddle.net/dTJ4d/2

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    width: 250px;
    height: 300px;
    background: #FF0000;
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    top: 20px;
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    width: 220px;
    height: 110px;
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    top: 75px;
    left: 50px;
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EDIT: cleaned up a few lines of code


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Although looks are a matter of opinion - it obvious that someone attractive is treated differently by other people. Attractive people are more likely to get a job than an ugly person, life is easier in some ways for them, there treated a bit better and people like having them around.
Although on the downside Good looking people are always envied by the less attractive and downright ugly people - In the workplace attractive people can be seen as being lightweight or not that good at their job just because they happen to look good - if your a spotty, geeky, speccy software engineer then you get more respect because you look like a bit of geek, if the same job is done by stunning blond female who happens to be good software engineer then the same respect is not as forthcoming. Attractive people have to be extra nice so they are not seen as being arrogant by the less attractive.
less attractive people can just get on with their business without being noticed, they fade into the background, whilst more attractive people have their every move scrutinised by jealous uglies.
Can good looks be a curse?
The most important thing in terms of attractiveness is confidence. Real, deep down, inner confidence. Not 'pretending' to be confident, which people can usually see through.
Of course, if your good looking, you're more likely to be confident.
Me I get abuse all of the time and it just washes off my back..... but then again I was raised by Asian parents where the main tactic of raising them is to regularly undermine their confidence.
What's the quickest way to get that? So you don't feel like you're "going against the grain" when you're saying one thing but feeling the opposite.
I agree with your last point; to a point.
I think being good looking shares a lot of the same problems that rich people have. People want to associate with you just because of your looks in some vain hope it will make them more attractive. People want to date you just to have a trophy to hang off their arm rather than because they enjoy your company. Although this can have advantages, i reckon it could also lead to distrust in others and a feeling of isolation. Certainly from my experience, some of the most beautiful women i have met also tend to be the lonliest and most fragile.
They have just as many hangups (if not more) as 'normal' people and some turn into supa_bitches (to cope/hide their insecurities & . . . being used as said above!).
As you truthfully say, many are lonely and most men won't interact with them properly!
Have you spotted Cate Blanchetts 'natural' ears?
I thought the ones in L.O.T Rings were fakes!
I wish I didn`t have good looks then I would not have to let the girls know I am spoken for.
She looked better before the latest bout of surgery!
If good looks were that much of a curse then people wouldn't spend £millions each year on plastic surgery. Nobody goes to a surgeon asking for a larger nose or more sticky out ears etc so they can get over the trauma of being good looking!
Being attractive just gives you more options, if you're very handsome then you can always do things to make it less obvious like grow a beard, wear crap clothes or put on weight. If you're ugly it's impossible to make yourself attractive as easily, it would take time, planning and a lot of cash and even then there's no guarantee.
Personally I'm satisfied with the idea that good looks mean better genetics, but some attractive people become ugly before their time; like Claire Richards from steps who ballooned after her pop career or George Best who despite having everything ruined himself with drink.
Quick answer to that one - if you were about to have a sproglet of your own, what would you wish for it? Good looks or not?
Mind you the less attractive have a great advantage as they age - they don't have the looks to lose.
Its not about good looks. You can be quite dowdy, but if you give the right message.....I LIKE YOU...then you will look more attractive to the other person.
People LOVE to be LOVED.
Unless there is clear evidence to the contrary I always assume a good-looking woman is going to be a right pain in the posterior, high maintenance, daddy's little princess, shoes and handbags obsessed etc. etc. and they generally are exactly this. I find okay-looking women far more agreeable to spend any length of time with.
Beauty comes from within...it is amazing how good looking someone can get when you get to know them.
If a woman is shoes-and-handbags obsessed, it's a fair bet she'll be wearing plenty enough to send me running a mile when first seen. There are some lovely ladies who are also sensible.
 Oh dear, am I a hopeless romantic?
And after a few pints!
....you have a beautiful sense of humor.
I think the inverse is also true in some cases. People who are very insecure in themselves go to extraordinary lengths to make themselves attractive. Dressing in nice clothes, beaming smile and all the talk and actions you would expect from a film star. Wheras more sensible and secure people dont feel the need to go to such lengths and may appear dowdy and boring in comparison.
When i see the hollywood starlet type of women the alarm bells start ringing as i sense trouble. However, i still find myself drawn to them.
I usually find myself drawn away from that sort. Too much trouble, I do wonder if they have a more difficult time of it than plainer girls. Probably not..the dating game is easy for girls. Just turn up and look pretty, whereas guys have to tick a list of about 20 boxes.
Nonsense Frank, some of the good looking women I have met have been okay-looking as well!
I'm still looking for a brewery heiress with a spare Aston-Martin..
Everyday people seem to have about 10 adult years of good looks. Make the most of it, it wont last.
Yes, the firmnesses are all in the right places.
Is that the woman in the tabloids complaining that her breast implants are "crushing me"?


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const BrowserWindow = electron.BrowserWindow
const ipcMain = electron.ipcMain
const join = require('path').join
const IPCAdapter = require('./ipcAdapter')
let ipcAdapter

if (process.env.NODE_ENV === 'development') {
  require('electron-debug')()
}

// Keep a global reference of the window object, if you don't, the window will
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// Quit when all windows are closed.
app.on('window-all-closed', function () {
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app.on('quit', function () {
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app.on('ready', function () {
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  ipcAdapter = new IPCAdapter(ipcMain, mainWindow.webContents)  // eslint-disable-line

  // and load the index.html of the app.
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    mainWindow.loadURL('http://localhost:8080/index.html')
    mainWindow.openDevTools()
  } else {
    mainWindow.loadURL('file://' + join(app.getAppPath(), 'client.html'))
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  // Emitted when the window is closed.
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  })
})


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People who want to achieve enhanced facial volume and reduced signs of aging on the face may consider fat injections in place of dermal fillers. This treatment will involve fat harvested from the patient's own body which can then be re-injected into the depleted areas of the face to increase fullness, smooth out creases or build up shallow facial contours.
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The treatment provider will explain about fat injections during the initial consultation with the patient. Dr. Gregg Reger of Reger Vein and Skin Specialists provides fat injections medical spa procedure for the face to patients in Spring, TX, The Woodlands, and other cities and towns in this part of the awesome state of Texas.
In case of dermal filler injections, the volumizing gel is prepared with biocompatible synthetic substances such as hyaluronic acid, PLA or calcium compound microspheres. This gel is simply injected sub-dermally into the targeted areas of the face to create anti-aging benefits. But a fat injection procedure is quite like liposuction in reverse.
A donor area must first be identified in the patient's body, which could be the abdomen, buttocks or another site with surplus fat tissue. Liposuction will be used to draw out the fat cells. The suctioned fat cells are then purified and finally transferred to the face as a graft. The grafted fat through injections will then re-develop a blood supply in order to sustain. The amount of fat that survives with this medical spa procedure will last forever – unlike dermal fillers, which have a limited longevity.
Facial fat injections are considered as an important advance in cosmetic non-surgical procedures related to the face. The procedure is less invasive than a traditional cosmetic surgery, and involves minimal risk, discomfort and downtime. Patient's own tissue is used, which eliminates the risk of allergies.
Patients with a gaunt or hollow facial look with sunken cheeks and depressions below the eyes can achieve substantial restoration of facial volume with fat injections. Unlike the limited efficacy of dermal fillers, it is possible to restore the youthful curves and fullness to the cheeks, temples and under the eyes in a significant way with fat injections.
An experienced treatment provider will be able to safely reverse the gaunt facial look and restore a fuller, rounder looking face. Volumizing will help to mitigate the appearance of wrinkles, fine lines and facial folds, which can take a few years off the patient's face.
The first step in the fat injection procedure is to collect a few ounces of fat from donor sites in the patient's body. The collected fat tissue is then spun through a centrifugal process to purify it. The purified fat is carefully placed in small syringes.
Injections or specially designed instruments called micro-cannulas may used to inject this fat skillfully in tiny volumes. An experienced provider will be able to sculpt the desired shape of the cheeks, jaw line, temples and eye area with this procedure. The prolific and accomplished Dr. Reger receives patients from Spring, TX, The Woodlands, and other cities and communities in this part of the country for this medical spa treatment.


I am writing this dispatch a few minutes after 11-11-11-11. The nation has paused for two minutes to remember its brave Service men and women, and will do so again across the land and throughout the Commonwealth on Sunday – Remembrance Sunday.
Three weeks ago on Trafalgar Day over 70 people stood in silence at another ceremony: The First Sea Lord's Wreath Laying at St Paul's Cathedral. The new Ceremony, redesigned by The 1805 Club and organised by the Marine Society and Sea Cadets, is establishing itself as an important annual occasion and this year's was the finest yet. The bugler from the Band of HM Royal Marines was outstanding and the lowered colours of the Guard of Honour from the Royal British Legion added to the ceremonial and solemnity of the occasion. The Legion is the nation's custodian of Remembrance, ensuring that people remember those who have given their lives for the freedom we enjoy today. Even though it has its origins in the First World War it chooses to honour Nelson.


On the occasion of Art Brussels 2014, NICC will be presenting the self-reflective project by artist duo SIMONA DENICOLAI and IVO PROVOOST 'Le Machin Financier'. NICC will also show two series of self-published editions in the framework of two milestone exhibitions in its sixteen-year-long history.
Artist duo Denicolai & Provoost will be presenting an installation with a self-published edition based on an album of a famous comic book series, in which an anarchic society is trying to adopt a monetary system. The edition counts 48 b/w pages and will be distributed through print on demand (under Free Art Licence 1.3.). The price of the work can be determined by its buyers.


[EN] Truly Integrated Marketing: Not Social. Not Content. Not Search. All of Them. Together.
1. Truly Integrated Marketing: Not Social. Not Content. Not Search. All of Them. Together.
Make this the year that marketing gets out from under the thumb of sales to form a harmonious, equal marriage.
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It can be daunting to a first time buyer to sift through advertising by-lines promising much more than they can deliver, with door to door salesmen, customs auctions, bankruptcies and discounts of several orders of magnitude above any measure of good taste. What does it all mean?
The best way to answer this question is to separate an area rug into some basic categories, firstly the tribal or nomadic traditional weavings. Village weaves, City or workshop woven rugs and Collectors pieces. The last category are housed in collections, museums and almost always over 150 years.
Will the rug need to be a certain size to be featured in the area it will be situated in?
Is the rug for a more formal or more relaxed mood?
Is there a specific colour which may or may not be present in the rug, but may make all the difference in your decision?
Should the rug be ornate, subdued, blightly coloured or blend in?
Is there a period look or style influence to consider?
Is this rug a specialty-weave or a commercial production?
What type of pattern will appeal to you more, day after day, week after week, year after year?
Is the prospective vendor happy to answer my questions even if I visit repeatedly before buying?
Is the vendor interested more in my needs or the final price negotiation?
Is the vendor informed about current trends in the marketplace regarding size, design and hot items?
And lastly, if something seems too good to be true, it probably is. Be informed before making a decision.


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Why Google and Motorola's joint smartphone is such a bummer
The Moto X is almost here. Not everybody is impressed
byKeith Wagstaff
Ever since Google bought Motorola for $12.5 billion in 2011, critics have been waiting for the company's first joint venture. This week, the big reveal came in a full-page newspaper ad: The Moto X.
The ad promised "the first smartphone that you can design yourself," which led some people to believe the Moto X would have fully customizable internal specs. If the new Motorola wanted to make a splash, the ability to custom-build your own phone — much like you can do with a PC — would certainly be a way to do it.
It turns out that is not what Motorola had in mind. Instead of letting you pick your own screen and processor, the Moto X will let you choose separate colors for the back and front trimming of the phone. Buyers will also be able to add a custom engraving.
"These concepts aren't exactly new, but more like a hodge-podge of premium options seen on a number of other mobile devices," writes ZDNet's Rachel King, noting that iPod buyers have been able to add custom engravings for years, and that Nokia let people mix and match colors on their feature phones more than 10 years ago.
"Now that the company is owned by Google, I had hoped we'd see more of the innovation that Motorola is capable of," writes Kevin Tofel in GigaOm. "So far, however, everything points to just another Android phone in the Moto X because custom colors, wallpapers and engraving isn't something that's going to make the device stand out from the crowd in 2013."
Ultimately, however, letting people custom-build their own phones doesn't make much sense, argues TechCrunch's Matt Burns:
Smartphones are relatively inexpensive through the economics of bulk ordering — if that's removed, allowing the owner to swap different parts, the device's price will ultimately be higher. And in the end, doesn't everyone want the best option anyway? [TechCrunch]
While the Moto X might not be as revolutionary as once thought, it's still unique in that it will be made in the United States. Google has been touting the fact that 2,200 employees will be hired to manufacture the phone in its new plant in Fort Worth, Texas.
Google hasn't announced a release date for the Moto X, saying only that it is "coming soon."
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TikTok CEO to testify before House as Congress considers banning the app
Boeing to deliver its final 747 plane, bringing an end to the world's most iconic jet
Farewell, 747
What caused Wednesday morning's Microsoft outage?
system down
ChatGPT passed a Wharton MBA exam, and academics are taking note
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Q: iLike it integration in iPhone application? Hey i am able to login with my credentials but how can i post a message on users wall he/she like's a our application. In DemoApp there is a way to post a message on User's wall but i don't want to show that view which will shows UITextView to write a message on his/her wall. I just want to post a message on user's wall after login like he/she like this application?? how can i do this?

A: Are you trying to do an automatic 'Like'? Or are you just trying to post to the wall with a message?
To post to the current users wall, you'd need to make a graph call:
-(void) requestWithGraphPath:(NSString *)graphPath
                   andParams:(NSMutableDictionary *)params
               andHttpMethod:(NSString *)httpMethod
                 andDelegate:(id )delegate
And where graphPath is '/me/feed' & httpMethod is 'post'
The other parameters for this method are custom and up to your app...

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These custom layers were created by dividing the tax information up by municipality and special commercial area boundaries based the county in which they exist, which in turn defines the sales tax for that community. Once these boundaries had been created, they were symbolized based on their total sales tax rate. To visualize the makeup of each areas total sales tax rate, a Microsoft Excel Macro was used to generate a pie chart for each area. Each of these charts was then embedded in the GIS attribute information for each area, so, when the user clicks on an area in MapOffice™, the chart is displayed. By embedding chart-based analytics within a custom map layer, users can easily make visual comparisons of sales tax between communities, helping the village Finance department staff to be more efficient and productive with the time they spend working on requests related to this information.


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The UConn softball team will start its season one weekend later than expected after this weekend's snowstorm kept them from boarding their flight to Florida Thursday. The Huskies were set to play in a tournament at Florida Gulf Coast.
For the Huskies, the season can't get started soon enough.
McIntyre is beginning her third season with the team in a career that has included coaching at Boston University, Penn State and Indiana. Her second season saw impressive offensive stat improvements in a 19-win campaign.
This team has an influx of freshmen with eight of the 18 players on the roster being first-year players.
"The freshmen are doing great, they're acclimating well. Obviously we have a lot of new faces on the roster, but I'll tell you what, I credit our upperclassmen. Our returners are really the ones who have helped acclimate them to the rigors of being a Division I athlete, especially at this level," McIntyre explained.
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McIntyre expressed that it's not only important to have this versatility among the team, but absolutely essential.
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HomeEntertainmentPink sings 'Hopelessly Devoted To You' during Olivia Newton-John AMAs tribute
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Pink sings 'Hopelessly Devoted To You' during Olivia Newton-John AMAs tribute
Pink delivered a heartwarming tribute to the late Olivia Newton-John during the 2022 American Music Awards in Los Angeles Sunday night.
The "So What" singer took the stage at the Microsoft Theater to perform "Hopelessly Devoted to You" in honor of the "Grease" icon, whodied of breast cancer at age 73 in August.
Ahead of her performance she told "Entertainment Tonight," "She was an absolute icon, and also, she was a wonderful human being. I loved her voice. My daughter just got done doing 'Grease' in her theatre production, and she actually helped me learn the song."
Throughout Newton-John's career, she received 10 AMAs and hosted the 1976 ceremony alongside Glen Campbell and Aretha Franklin.
Pink performed a tribute to the late Olivia Newton-John at the American Music Awards.
The "Physical" singer was"surrounded by family and friends"when she lost her30-year battle with cancer at her ranch in Southern California.
The British-born Australian actress was first diagnosed with cancer in 1992.
After going into remission, she was diagnosed again in 2013and 2017.
She sang "Hopelessly Devoted to You" from "Grease."
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"We weren't born on the moon but we looked at…
The disease laterprogressed to stage 4and shecredited medical marijuana with helping manage the pain.
"Olivia, our love for each other transcends our understanding," her husband, John Easterling,wrote on Instagramafter she died.
Newton-John became a household name following her turn in "Grease."
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"Every day we expressed our gratitude for this love that could be so deep, so real, so natural. We never had to 'work' on it," he continued.
"We were in awe of this great mystery and accepted the experience of our love as past, present and forever. Even now as her soul soars, the pain and holes in my heart are healed with the joy of her love and the light that shines forward."
She sadly lost her battle with cancer earlier this year.
This year's AMAs show marks the 50th anniversary of the annual ceremony.
Earlier in the show, Pink performed her new single "Never Gonna Not Dance Again" on roller skates. Stevie Wonder, Charlie Puth and Ari Lennox paid tribute to the 2022 AMAs Icon Award recipient, Lionel Richie.
Pink performed her own song earlier in the night.
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Jackery Cyber Monday 2021 – Know These Things Before Buying Your Jackery
Jackery offers a great range of products. But can they be trusted? Jackery has been around for many years and now makes a wide variety of products including camping equipment as well as electric cars. There's something for everyone, whether you're an Overlanding enthusiast, a family-friendly camper or just looking to purchase an electric car to power your home. For a comprehensive review of their most popular products, check out.
Jackery has created a range of portable power solutions that are innovative and efficient. These products can be used to go camping, RVing, or for emergency use.
Established in California in 2012, Jackery is a leading green outdoor energy solution provider. It has been recognized by of more than 100 recognized media and organizations across the globe. The company's innovative solar generators have made it one of the most admired solar generators around the globe.
Jackery Explorer 1000 is a powerful and compact power station. This unit can be charged with the household outlet or a car-cigarette lighter.
The device comes with a variety of features that let you charge a variety of devices. You can charge your phone, light or a fan. In addition, it has an illuminated flashlight as well as an informative LED display. It also comes with a handy carrying handle.
The Explorer 1000 is a more compact model than similar models and also has a higher output power. It's also less expensive than similar models.
The products of Jackery are equipped with batteries that can be charged with solar panels. The company believes it will continue to bring the most advanced solar energy products to customers around the world.
Jackery offers a range of Explorer units to meet the needs of a variety of customers. They include the Explorer 500 and the Explorer 1000. Both are specifically designed to power high-wattage appliances.
The Jackery Explorer 1000 is an ideal choice for those seeking a portable power source. This lightweight unit has a high wattage battery, a compact form factor and a handy carrying handle.
The Jackery is a great choice if you are an avid vanlifer, or require a quick boost of power during the daytime. However it's true that the Jackery isn't the best choice for emergency power.
It is intended to be used for everyday needs, but its battery is not large enough to supply power to your appliances at home. A typical appliance requires at least 1000 watts. Even even if Jackery could produce 1000 watts, it would take more than an hour to use that the power.
Having said that, a 1000Wh battery isn't sufficient to power large appliances, like laptop adaptors or televisions. However, the battery will continue to operate at its maximum capacity for a year and half after a full charge and discharge.
The Jackery Explorer 1000 is available in a variety of sizes. Although the smallest size is the most compact but it's not the best choice to power multiple devices at the same time. It weighs 22 pounds.
Although the Explorer 1000 is packed with wonderful features, it's certainly not the most powerful power station on the market. You can't daisy-chain the Explorer 1000 with another unit, unlike the esoteric Jackery. This is to enhance its capacity.
The Jackery is not able to accept more than 163W of solar input. It also has a USB output however, it only counts the watts you actually using it.
If you are looking for portable power station reviews, Jackery is one brand you will often see on the list. Jackery is well-known for its ingenuity and portable batteries. It was established in Silicon Valley in 2012 by an ex- Apple battery engineer.
The company claims to be the first portable power station equipped with lithium battery. It comes in a variety of sizes and can be tailored according to your requirements.
There are several options available, but Jackery's best battery is the 1002Wh Lithium-Ion NMC battery. This battery can be recharged using solar or household power. A day's worth of sunshine can be enough to recharge the battery, however you can expect to spend approximately two days to get it back to full power.
In addition to the lithium battery, the Jackery Explorer has a 1000W pure sine inverter and MPPT solar charge controller. These features make the unit highly versatile. You can use it for anything from camping to back-up power in the event of an extended power outage.
The Jackery like many other power stations has an over-voltage protection feature. This helps protect your battery from accidentally sending out more power than it can handle.
The Jackery Explorer also has a USB output and a 12V DC output. You can power a variety of devices with both 12V DC and USB outputs. For example, you can utilize your CPAP machine during the night while charging your laptop.
Solar panels are great to charge devices directly from the sun. There are many types of solar panels. Certain panels can be fixed while others are folded. They are suitable for use indoors and outdoors. Many are even small enough to fit into a briefcase.
Jackery's SolarSaga 100W solar panel for portable use is a great choice for those looking to save money by using solar power. These panels are powered by monocrystalline solar cells that are highly efficient and can be used to charge mobile devices. They are light and portable due to their protective case and kickstands.
This is an excellent product for those who are a camper, traveler or an explorer. It's light and can be charged with a powerful battery in as little as 2 hours with AC, or up to 8 hours with DC. It can power your phone, camera and tv for several hours. It also has emergency power backup.
A solar generator is a great idea if you want to be able to charge your phone during a camping trip or road trip. Jackery's products are also backed by top customer service.
In addition to charging, the SolarSaga can also be used to power your router, fan and monitor. They also have an integrated flashlight, which means you don't require an additional battery pack.
The SolarSaga can be used in conjunction with the Jackery powerstation to generate an 80% charge over three hundred and sixty five cycles. The battery of the Jackery can last for up to a thousand cycles.
Jackery is a household name in the portable power industry. The Explorer 1000 is one of its many products. The company claims to be the biggest producer of solar energy for outdoor use in the world. The range of products it offers includes everything from solar power to LED lighting. The top-of-the-line portable power station is a fantastic option for your next camping trip. You can't go wrong with a warranty that lasts for as long as your next trip to the beach. In addition, the most valuable aspect of Jackery is its customer service. Jackery is just one phone call away if you have any problems with your equipment.
The company also provides an extensive selection of LED lighting so that your LED lights won't be placed out in the rain. Moreover using Jackery's credit line, you can finance the purchase of new LED lighting for up to 2 years.
Jackery has a fantastic line of portable generators that are ideal for the camping set. They are small, light weight and easy to be taken on the road. They are also ideal for picnics or sports games.
The Jackery Explorer 500 is a ideal choice for those who want an easy-to-carry power station to carry around on the road. It is robust and powerful, with a battery, and has a comfortable handle. It is also possible to leave the panels outside your tent, which can be useful in the event of rain.
The goal zero Venture 30 is an excellent alternative if you're looking for an extremely durable and waterproof device to power your electronic devices. It comes with two USB ports and two USB ports, which are among its most impressive features.
Jackery also makes solar panels that can be connected to the unit. With the Solarpeak(tm) technology the panels are able to charge the device from a flat surface.
The company does an excellent job of creating and engineering products that accomplish well without much fuss. This includes a multifunction LCD display that will inform you the names of the primary functions of the device, as well as the most efficient method to charge it.
These units are very affordable and that's the best aspect about them. They are also the best price by purchasing the units on Amazon. There are coupons that will allow you to save between $100 or $30 on your purchase.
Jackery is a manufacturer and distributor of solar generators. Jackery offers a wide range of options for customers, including the Explorer 1000 and 240 and the 500 and 500 models. But, many customers have difficulty deciding which model they'd like to purchase. To assist you in making the right decision, we've collected useful Jackery reviews and guides that will assist you in learning about the various models.
Jackery solar generators are a great option to consider if you're in search of portable power source. It is small enough to power all your devices even if the power goes out. This is particularly useful for those who reside in a rural location, or plan on traveling.
The Jackery Explorer 1000 is an excellent example of the most recent in portable technology. With a capacity of 1002Wh, it can power devices for a number of days without the need for a mains outlet. With the company's exclusive technology, it can even charge a five-watt light for 76 hours.
The Jackery Explorer 1500 is another excellent choice for adventurers and travelers. It's also a great option for those who live at home. Like the Explorer 1000, it uses solar panels to power itself.
In addition to being able to run any electronic, the Jackery Solar Generator is eco-friendly. It's compact, lightweight and doesn't cause any pollutants. The company also offers two-year warranties.
Jackery's portable power station comes in a range of Wattages. The 240-watt unit is made for normal users, and it's got a sturdy handle.
There are many portable power stations available on the market, however the Jackery 1500 is the best. It's compact and powerful, and is compatible with the SolarSaga 100 panels. It's not cheap but it's effective and is the biggest Jackery battery.
The Jackery 1500 isn't waterproof. This doesn't mean you have to worry about getting it wet. It's made for outdoor use and can be carried with you on the road for maximum portability.
This is a significant improvement over the average gasoline generator. In contrast to its gasoline counterparts, the Jackery 1500 isn't noisy or smelly. Additionally, it can be filled with fuel while on the move. Whether you're a long-distance traveller or a weekend warrior, this unit will keep you running and ready to go.
The Jackery 1500 is an impressive unit for a unit that retails at $2699 It is an inverter that is pure sine wave that is not often seen in this price range. It also has a massive draw capacity. It also comes with a 30 days guarantee, which will grant you your money back.
The Jackery 1000 Portable Power Station is a lithium-ion battery power station that can be recharged with solar panels. This small unit can charge many electrical appliances, such as cameras, phones, and laptops.
Jackery utilizes advanced technology to allow the unit to be charged through solar panels. It is simple to use and can either be charged by the sun or with an AC/DC adapter.
Jackery provides a two-year warranty. The package includes an auto charger cable. Alternately, you can plug in an outlet from your home circuit.
The Jackery Explorer 1000, despite its high price tag it is a powerful power station. It has a LED flashlight built in and an information display that indicates how much power the battery has left.
It can absorb 200W of solar energy. The battery can be fully charged with a SolarSaga 100W panel in only 17 hours.
Jackery has upgraded its MPPT solar regulator to provide 30 percent more solar recharging efficiency. The new algorithm can also determine the most efficient input.
The Jackery Explorer 500 solar generator is very portable and can be used to charge devices while you are on the move. The Jackery 500 can charge your phone and tablet as well as camera and other small electrical devices.
The Jackery Explorer 500 is compact and comes with a carrying case. It comes with three USB-A ports and an AC port as well as a 12V car charger. Pass-through charging is an option that lets you charge multiple devices at the same time.
The Jackery 500 comes with a carry case that has two handles. This makes it easier to pack and transport.
The Jackery 500 is great for weekend getaways however, it's not ideal for long camping trips. You can test it for 30 days to determine whether it's the right choice for you.
The eco-friendly design is a further benefit. It's made by lithium-ion batteries, and has batteries that last for up to a few hours more than a typical battery of 500Wh.
The Jackery Explorer 300 portable power station is small and lightweight. It offers high-power for your electronic devices. It offers a large number of ports for charging multiple devices at the same time and includes an AC output, USB A port, USB A port, a USB C port, and a 12V outlet.
The Explorer 300 is lighter than the majority of power stations. It comes with a handle built in, making it easy to carry. It is also powered by a 58.600mAh battery that can charge an iPad or tablet or a laptop that is mid-sized.
Jackery is a well-known brand for its eco-friendly, high quality products. Their work was recently honored by an award of Red Dot Award. The company has a variety of products, including the Explorer 300, Explorer 500, EVO 300 and EVO 300.
Jackery claims that the Explorer 300 can charge your phone from 0 to 80% in less than two hours. This is a nice feat for a battery this size. The main benefit is that it can also be charged by solar panels.
Jackery Explorer 1000 is a portable power station that can charge a vast number of small appliances at a time. The battery can store up to 1002Wh of pure energy. The included AC/DC adapters and solar panels can charge the battery.
Jackery is known for its top-quality zonne energy products. Their Explorer 1000 is a top-of-the-line model. It includes an inverter continuous of 1,000W, a battery, as well as eight outputs. Additionally, it comes with a built-in flashlight, a car charger and a handle for easy transportation.
The price tag on the Explorer 1000 is around $1,000. It's a bargain. It not only comes with a large amount of power, but it also has a sleek and professional exterior. It has an LED display, which is informative and shows the output wattage as well as the output and the charge percentage.
You can add additional panels or batteries should you need to expand. You can personalize your system this way.
Compared to the Rockpals 1000W, the Explorer 1000 Pro comes with a couple of additional features. For example, the Explorer 1000 Pro has an MPPT controller, which can charge the battery faster. It also has two USB-C ports that can be used to charge up to eight devices at a time.
The Jackery 240 portable power station has a variety of features. It is lightweight and mobile, with a huge battery.
The battery's 240 watts provides enough power to charge your laptop or phone. You can also recharge your device with solar panels.
Jackery 240 can be used for camping trips as well as on road trips. It can be carried in your boat or van. The lithium-ion battery that powers this product has a long life and requires very little maintenance.
The Jackery 240 features an opulent LCD screen and a useful flashlight. The screen displays the input power as well as output power and how much juice was drained from the battery.
The Jackery 240 has a handy 12V car port. It also has a Pure sine wave AC outlet.
The 240 is lightweight and is also environmentally friendly. It can be charged with solar panels or an adapter for 12 volts. The Jackery 240 doesn't require an adapter for use in the UK.
If you are looking for a power station that is reliable, portable and can power your home appliances in case of a blackout, the Jackery Explorer 2000 is the one to buy. It's lightweight, compact, and packs a big battery. The company also offers a number of different sizes and configurations.
Jackery is an important player in the power station world. Their reputation for reliability and customer service is a good one. They are not the best choice for power solutions in emergencies. The Jackery 2000 in solar or plugged into an electrical wall. The unit is complicated to set up.
You can charge your laptop or other electronics with the help of the USB C power supply port. There are also two USB-A outputs. Each output can provide up to 18W of power.
You can charge your Jackery in a car's lighter if you want to take it out on the road. Also the Jackery comes with a built-in flashlight. The light can be set to any of three intensities.
The Explorer 2000 has the SOS mode. It is possible to press the SOS button if you're uncertain if the unit is able to be turned on after an interruption in power. This will trigger a signal light that will notify you.
One of the most powerful battery packs available is the Jackery Pro. It is constructed using Lithium-ion technology . It comes with several features that make it an exceptional. It can also be carried around easily. In addition to being very efficient, it is easy to charge.
Jackery power stations are popular in times of emergency at home or camping. They are very portable and affordable. However, they do have couple of drawbacks. We'll go over the pros and cons of these portable generators in this Jackery Pro lithium-ion technology review.
The Jackery Explorer 1000 portable battery power station is powerful and adaptable. It provides a continuous one-kilowatt power output and can be recharged by solar or any other power source.
The PRO model's battery is a high-capacity new lithium Ion. This new technology is more energy dense and less heavy than earlier versions. It also offers a longer operating time and a longer battery life.
In comparison to the original Explorer 1000, the PRO model comes with a brand larger, more powerful battery. It also comes with a better-spec newer solar charger.
Another feature of the PRO model is the speed of charging. The battery can be fully recharged within hours. The battery can be fully charged in as little as 30 seconds, ranging from the smallest amount to 80.
The Power Pro also features dual USB 5V 2.0A output ports, an LED light and dual fans. The Power Pro is compact and light, weighing just 12 pounds. It is charged via either an AC plug or solar panel.
Jackery's latest Power Pro is also environmentally green. It's made using a lithium-ion batteries, which is safer than the acid lead batteries. This lithium ion battery has been protected against surges, overvoltage and moisture. A 12-month warranty and a 12-month guarantee are offered.
Jackery's Pro Portable Battery Station may not be the cheapest however, it provides many features. For the price you pay, you get a powerful, rugged battery that is safe from moisture and surges.
The Jackery Explorer Pro is the ideal power station to carry at hand when you're camping, hiking or just enjoying boondocking. It can supply 2200 watts of power when charging using DC or AC power.
The Explorer Pro's output power is comparable to the Honda EU2000i gasoline-powered generator. However, it's more expensive. This isn't necessarily a negative thing. It may be worth spending an extra amount if you are looking for an electric generator that can be carried around.
The Explorer Pro has the ability to use solar panels to charge the battery. The solar panel is an important source of energy for the system that can provide 1800 watts of power when charging using DC or AC power.
Jackery's batteries have an SOS mode that allows you to signal that you're in danger. They also have three levels of intensity.
Another enhancement is a fold-up handle. This makes the power station more convenient to transport and stores.
Although the Explorer 2000 Pro is a much more powerful device than its predecessors, it has a few flaws. The USB-A ports have a 18W output instead of a 200W USB-C port. The bulk charging feature can be done to almost 100 percent.
The fan is quieter than the other models however it still spins up quite often. Apart from that, the Explorer 2000 Pro has a more premium design and is more desirable than the non-Pro version.
Jackery has improved its power output in the last few years. It's still not as powerful as the Goal Zero EV1 and EcoFlow however, it's more powerful than its predecessors. It even powers an air conditioner for a small camping unit.
The Jackery Explorer 2000 Pro is a portable solar generator that you can take with you on the move. This is the newest version of Jackery's product and has a more sophisticated design and quicker charging. It's also green.
The Jackery Explorer 2000 Pro has a 2,160 watt-hour power source. This means it can power many things for a long period of time. This means it can be used to charge a laptop or tablet, or even a mobile phone. It can also power a full-sized fridge for around a day.
It folds down to make packing and unpacking simple. The design is very sleek.
Dual battery protection is offered by the Jackery 2000 Pro's battery. The battery will turn off when it's not in use. On the other hand, if you're charging your battery, the battery will last for 12 hours.
The Jackery SolarSaga panels can fold into a compact size and be put in place in only 30 seconds. They're made of monocrystalline solar cells that are highly efficient. Additionally the panels come with an enclosure that protects them.
In addition to the panel you'll require an DC input cable and an adapter that converts 8mm into MC4. An Anderson Power Pole (APP), port is also required. The Jackery Explorer 2000 Pro doesn't include Bluetooth, WiFi or an integrated phone charger.
Jackery offers a 3-year warranty. It also comes with a brand new LED smart battery monitor that shows the amount of power your unit is using. To see more information, you can change the color of the display.
Depending on your situation, you might find that the Jackery Explorer 2000 Pro has more than enough power for your needs. Or, you might find that you have to augment your power sources with this solar generator.
Jackery Explorer 2000 Pro is portable power station that generates enough power to power appliances for up to 24 hours. It also features a folding handle for improved portability. It stores energy in lithium ion batteries which can be charged in bulk up to almost 100 percent capacity.
The Jackery 2000 Pro can either be charged through a 120 volt AC outlet, or via a solar panel. It has a variety of AC and DC outlets on the back, as well as three charging ports on the front. A built-in LED smart display can help you monitor the battery power you have left.
Although it's not the most powerful option in the market however, the Jackery has some innovative features. There's an SOS mode that lets you request assistance with the bright LED light. Another feature that is unique is the capability to charge two panels in series. This is extremely useful when you require power for your home during an outage.
The LED smart display could display the power of the input in watts, as well as various other vital information. A built-in flashlight is also available. The LEDs can be adjusted to three different levels of brightness. They can also be seen in direct sunlight.
Two USB-A outputs can be utilized to power the Jackery, delivering up to 18 watts (Quick Charge 3.0). The new Jackery has an 8mm connector which differs from previous models. The caps of rubber that cover the ports can be difficult to connect are an issue. Fortunately the company has created an adapter for older products.
Overall the Jackery 2000 Pro is an attractive high-powered alternative to smaller gasoline-powered generators. It is simple to use and comes with an enormous storage capacity.
There are a variety of ways to charge the battery.
Jackery is an portable power station with lithium batteries. This type of battery is much lighter than those made of lead. It is also less expensive. A Jackery comes with a three-year warranty. An authorized reseller can extend the warranty.
There are many models available. The E2000 is the biggest, and can run an 1800-watt air conditioner for 106 minutes. Many people prefer a smaller, more affordable alternative. If you're looking for a budget-friendly option, the Jackery Explorer 1000 is a great option.
When you use the Jackery your battery, the life of your battery will decrease gradually. Jackery suggests charging the battery every three months. It can be done through a wall charger or solar panels.
The Explorer model's built-in handle makes it convenient to carry it. It can charge smartphones or laptop. It has a tiny display to display the current level of charge of the battery.
The Explorer model also comes with an in-car charger. It can also charge your phone while you're in the car.
The Jackery Explorer 1000 has an attractive design and is light. It's ideal for Bluetooth speakers and cell phones. The battery can be charged quicker by using the 8mm Anderson combiner.
One disadvantage of the Explorer is that it has only a single 110-volt outlet. You could improve it by adding additional batteries. You can add two solar panels to increase the capacity.
The Explorer's solar capacity is also limited. With average sunshine, it to take up to two days to charge the battery.
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Local Control and Worldwide Access: Financial Internationalization and Wealth Protection in Russia
By the time Vladimir Putin finished his second term as president in 2008, Russia was more integrated into the global financial system than at any point in the previous one hundred years. Meanwhile, the country's traditional ailments, including widespread corruption, weak rule of law, and an increasingly overbearing state, continued unabated. Local Control and Global Access demonstrates that Russia's post-Soviet re-entry into the global capital markets has been deeply entangled with the unruly competition for control over the vestiges of the Soviet industrial empire in an environment of insecure property rights. Russia's unusual path towards financial integration, with its emphasis on the internationalization of the stock market, has allowed domestic elites to raise capital from foreign investors and to legitimize their wealth without improving the local business environment. The book delivers a somber lesson for the advocates of integrating emerging markets into the globalized financial system. Without strong domestic rule-of-law protections, financial internationalization entrenches oligarchic capitalism and strengthens authoritarian regimes.
2019. "Before the Interests Are Invested: Disputes Over Asset Control and Equity Market Restrictions in Russia." Review of International Political Economy
2018. "Weak States and Uneven Pluralism: Lessons from Mali and Kyrgyzstan" Democratization [w/ Jaimie Bleck]
2017. "Conflict and Violence in Kyrgyzstan." Case Study for the UN-World Bank Flagship Study, "Pathways for Peace: Inclusive Approaches to Preventing Violent Conflict," World Bank, Washington, DC.
2016. "Reflecting on Alternative Explanations and Legacies of State Socialism" (Review symposium of Kelly M. McMann's Corruption as a Last Resort). Central Asian Affairs, 3: 193-96.
2014. Review of Capital, Coercion, and Postcommunist States by Gerald M. Easter Europe-Asia Studies 66-4
2013. "The Dirty Truth About Russia's 'Dirty' Money." The Moscow Times # 5231.
2008. "Generational Differences in Russian Attitudes towards Democracy and the Economy." Europe-Asia Studies 8, 1345-69. [w/ Jeffrey Hahn]
Articles in Progress
"Authoritarian Welfare State, Regime Stability, and the 2018 Pension Reform in Russia." (under review)
"Has Financial Globalization Contributed to Authoritarian Retrenchment in Russia and China?" (with Stephen Hess) (in draft)
"Uneven Pluralism in the Low-Income World." (with Jaimie Bleck and David Muchlinski) (in draft)
"Open Economy, Closed Polity: The Case of Kazakhstan." (in draft)
Please contact me for the most recent versions of these papers.


Mechagodzilla was formed in 1997 by young people aiming to make an horrific noise for a bit of a laugh. Their main influences were people unconvincingly dressed as monsters and loud fast things. Over the years very little has changed, apart from the line-up and some grey hairs. Mechagodzilla tread the fine line between inspired art, and a celebration of stupidity - more often than not the line becomes quite blurred, which is all part of the idea.
Thy Art Is Murder is a five-piece deathcore band hailing from New South Wales, Sydney, Australia. They have a 2005 self released demo titled This Hole isn't Deep Enough and a 2008 EP released under Skull And Bones Records titled Infinite Death. In July of 2010, they released their debut full-length album The Adversary in Australia and to iTunes.
Thy Art is Murder is categorized by their extreme sound. Their sound is centered around their well-timed drum beats and dueling down tuned guitars.
Necrophagia is an american death metal band assembled in Wellsville, Ohio in 1983. They were one of the first death metal bands and were a popular group in the underground "tape trading" scene of the early-to-mid-1980s. Featuring hard-driving metal and growling vocals, Necrophagia became a pioneer in the fledgling extreme metal genre. Their first full-length album, Season of the Dead, was recorded and released in 1987.
Kiran Leonard fornicates instruments and makes jazzy/pop things. used to release electronic things under this name, but now under the name Pend Oreille. His new single 'A Purpose' will be released on the 16-track LP 'BOWLER HAT SOUP' in late November/December. It can be downloaded here.
Icelandic guitarist Hilmar Jensson formed this trio with his downtown New York pals, Jim Black and Andrew d'Angelo, to create a sonic environment filled with jagged grooves, unpredictable improvs, and live electronic transformations. A provocative atmosphere hovers over the musics: nothing goes on for very long, and there are frequent change-ups of tone and style. D'Angelo's acerbic alto sax and bass clarinet sounds combine with Jensson's stringent lines and Black's slashing attack, but equally there are moments of disquieting reverie, and it's all performed with composure and conviction.
Michelle McManus (born on 8 May 1980, in Glasgow, Scotland) is a Scottish singer who found fame after winning the second season of Pop Idol in the United Kingdom. Michelle has subsequently had brief success as a recording artist. Since then, she has gone on to host a successful Scottish television programme called The Hour and has presented a series of Big Band specials on BBC 2. She also sang for the Pope in September 2010 alongside Susan Boyle.


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Royals avoid arbitration with outfielder Cain
ALCS MVP agrees to one-year deal worth $2.725 million
By Jeffrey Flanagan
KANSAS CITY -- Royals outfielder Lorenzo Cain has agreed to a one-year deal, thus avoiding arbitration, the club confirmed Tuesday.
Cain's deal is worth $2.725 million, a source told MLB.com, and it includes a performance bonus of $25,000 for making 505 plate appearances. He will also get $50,000 for being an All-Star selection.
Cain made $546,000 in 2014. He sought $3.6 million in his arbitration filing, and the Royals countered with $2 million.
Cain, 28, hit .301 with a .751 OPS last season. He was named MVP of the American League Championship Series.
"He is an extremely talented guy with a very high ceiling," Royals general manager Dayton Moore told MLB.com by phone. "His best days are still ahead."
Cain has been dogged by injuries much of his career, but he played in a career-high 133 games in 2014.
"If he can stay healthy, there's no telling how good he can really be," Moore said. "He's got that rare kind of ability. He can win games with defense and with offense.
"And he has really learned to manage his body."
Cain had a phenomenal postseason, hitting .333/.388/.417 with eight RBIs.
Jeffrey Flanagan is a reporter for MLB.com.
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Joe Biden: Finding Gratitude in the Face of Grief
This writer has advice for the Vice President, who just lost a son
By Jill Smolowe
Back in 1972, fresh off the electoral victory that would make him the second youngest Senator in U.S. history, Joseph Biden received the sort of phone call all of us dread. A car accident. Fatal. His wife and his infant daughter gone forever. His two young sons survived, but were injured.
Vice President Biden recalled the shock of that moment during a May 17, 2015 commencement address at Yale University: "My whole world was altered forever."
Thirteen days after that Yale address, Biden's life was again visited by tragedy. This time, the sad news involved his elder son, Joseph R. Biden III, 46, who had succumbed to brain cancer after a two-year fight against the disease.
Beau, as he was known, was a popular former attorney general of Delaware, a husband and a dad who was very close to his father.
When I heard the news, I winced. Perhaps you did, too. It's hard not to go to that place that says: "Too much. So unfair." It's hard not to ask: "How much can he take?" And hard not to wonder: "How is he supposed to keep going after yet another devastating loss?"
Counting Blessings
Biden himself offered the seeds of an answer in that same Yale address shortly before Beau's death. "The incredible bond I have with my children," he said, "is the gift I'm not sure I would have had, had I not been through what I went through." The loss of his first wife and daughter, he said, had reordered his priorities. Washington and work no longer topped the list. His "first obligation," he realized, was to his young sons, Beau and Hunter. And so each night, every night, he commuted four hours home to Wilmington, Del., to tuck his boys into bed.
"The truth be told, the real reason I went home every night," he told the Yale audience, "was that I needed my children more than they needed me."
In toting up his blessings, in other words, Biden had tapped a deep reservoir of gratitude for what remained steady and good in his life. That was what had gotten him through then — and that is what will, no doubt, get him through now.
What Remained Good In My Life
I am well acquainted with this potent weapon. In 2009, following a two-and-a-half-year battle with leukemia that included chemo bombardments and a stem cell transplant, my husband (also a Joe) keeled over in the kitchen, his unexpected death the result of transplant-related complications. As I watched an EMT crew prepare to carry him from the house, time slowed to a crawl. That's one minute without Joe, I remember thinking. That's two minutes without Joe…
I expected grief, and I got it. I expected loneliness, and I got it. I also expected that I would climb into bed for days, maybe weeks, and be unable to function as I explored the new contours of my painfully rearranged universe. That part, to my surprise, never happened.
Instead, what kicked in and helped to keep me moving was a powerful and unexpected sense of gratitude. Loss had not just focused my mind on what was gone. It had focused my mind on what remained good in my life. High on that list was my realization of how fortunate Joe and I had been to have acknowledged during his years of illness that death was — death is always — a possibility, and so had made it a priority not only to express our love repeatedly, but to express our appreciation for the many ways we had enriched each other's lives.
I also focused on the bounty that surrounded me. Yes, I had lost my beloved husband of 24 years. But I still had my daughter, just 15 at the time. Yes, I missed Joe every minute of every day. But I was also deeply appreciative of the love and support that provided a sort of safety net. Concerned parents. Doting siblings. Attentive friends. Considerate neighbors and colleagues. Yes, I felt a keen sense of dislocation. But I was also aware of the many things that kept me rooted me to the community in which I lived: a steady income and work I enjoyed; a lovely home that, not insignificantly, I felt competent to administer solo; wonderful friends with whom I enjoyed relationships, independent of Joe.
Saying Thank You Now
A few weeks after Joe died, I suddenly felt a keen need to express my appreciation to the many people who had helped and steadied me through his illness and death. Not later. Now. Before it was too late. As I wrote thank-you note after thank-you note, I uncorked my gratitude and let it flow as copiously as my tears. The self-designed exercise had a potent effect. It demanded that I pay attention to the blessings in my life. It demanded that I take nothing for granted. It demanded that I recognize the many reasons I had to go on without Joe.
Fourteen months later, I would again armor myself with gratitude to endure the deaths of my sister and my mother within three weeks of each other — my sister from colon cancer, my mother from liver failure. As with Joe, so with Ann and Mom, prolonged illness had provided ample time to express our love and our appreciation. I had no regrets, save that they were gone.
A Peculiar Silver Lining
I would imagine that Joe Biden and his son similarly took advantage of the time afforded by Beau's prolonged illness to give expression to everything in their hearts. It is a peculiar silver lining, to be sure, but one that they would have appreciated given the sudden earlier deaths in their family — a lesson that the Vice President had not forgotten. "Be careful," he warned Yale's graduates just two weeks before Beau's death. "Things can change in a heartbeat. I know."
Of the many things for which I continue to remain grateful, I take tremendous comfort from the knowledge that I have no regrets about words unspoken or sentiments unexpressed with each of the people who exited my life too soon. I hope that the Vice President will find similar comfort in the months ahead. Sad as it is, a good goodbye can be a solace unto itself.
Jill Smolowe is the author of "Four Funerals and a Wedding: Resilience in a Time of Grief." To learn more about her book and her grief and divorce coaching, visit jillsmolowe.com. Read More