2016 has been a very challenging year for me so far. I have gone through a lot of ups and downs – more downs than ups lately. I struggle to even write this post, as so much of what we portray online and allow others to see of ourselves on social media, blogs and other public forums tends to always be good and wonderful. We share all the highs and rarely share the lows. As a result, I have not been on social media quite as much this year. As someone that blogs about leadership and leading others admitting that I have faults is harder to do. But we all have things to work on and issues to deal with. A good leader will admit their own shortcomings and faults and work on them.
I have spent the past week or so really thinking about everything, evaluating and re-evaluating my priorities and what I need to do to step up and start making positive changes in my life.
While I won't get into the personal details about the 'what' and 'why' I have to admit that my marriage and family life is not perfect and I am working on myself and more importantly my marriage in the hopes that it is not too late to save it.
A lifelong struggle of mine is that I define myself by what I do and what I achieve. I have a type 'A' personality which means that I can be very competitive; I always want to do more, be more and achieve more. In doing so, I put the needs of my family and marriage second (or at the bottom) of my list of priorities. I find myself placing more importance on what the external world thinks of me and my accomplishments.
After watching a video on the Tao Te Ching last week and reading some more this week it hit me really hard that I am more than what I do (I am not my job or all the other extra-curricular things that I am involved with), and that I have been caught up in the 'look at me' syndrome. This is a very common syndrome to be caught up in too (especially with social media). Until recently I never realized how badly it affected me and the impact that it was having on my family. Or subconsciously I did but didn't want to make the changes I needed to make until now. I want to do good but the problem with the 'look at me syndrome' is that I put more value on what others think of what I am doing and what they think of me than my own husband and daughter. This has led to a whole whack of issues and problems.
Part of my own self-evaluation has also been to rethink my priorities and all the 'extras' that I am involved with. That has been very hard for me to do. I hate to give my word that I will do something then turn around and change my mind. After-all it directly impacts what others will think of me (part of the problem with the 'look at me syndrome'). I had to make some tough choices this past week because I have realized that my husband, my marriage, and family are far more important to me, and I need to do what I need to do regardless of what others may think of me.
One such change that I made this past week was to step down as the Chair of a committee that I was elected to, and actually asked to be off the committee entirely. I did not expect that the news would be well received but some of the reactions and responses I received shocked me. I understand than I am letting people down, but when I explained that I had to do so in order to save my marriage I assumed that people would understand my reasoning. But 'saving my marriage' was not accepted as a valid reason. I could have lied and said that it created a conflict of interest with my work and what I do, so I had no choice. That probably would have been received with no issues or complaints but by being honest and telling people that I had to step down to save my marriage it was deemed unacceptable. I was even told that it was not like I was dying or something, so I should continue on with my duties. But working on changing yourself, and working to save something that is precious to you takes time, and it is also very emotionally draining. It is not something that can be done on the fly or in-between other things.
I told my husband what happened (as he is a very smart man) because I was upset. He brought up a very valid point. As a society we don't seem to place value and worth on trying to save a marriage (or we don't seem to when it is made public to others). It seems to be more acceptable to simply say we are getting divorced and that we gave up. Why is that? He also brought up another good point… that part of me was dying inside. It was a revelation for me. A part of me was (and still is) dying inside which is why I am trying to make positive changes for the good of my marriage and myself. My marriage was/is dying. This affects all the other aspects of my life and my well-being.
We go around espousing 'family first' but it appears that when you actually take steps to put your family first it is frowned upon.
Another comment thrown my way after I re-organized my priorities was "don't you care what other people think of you?" At the same time shouldn't what my husband and daughter think of me be more important than what acquaintances, and strangers think of me? I want to be a good role model for my daughter and sometimes that means showing her that I am not perfect, I do and will make mistakes, and it is ok to re-evaluate what matters to you and what is important. Family values are important.
I am going against the grain and actually putting my family and marriage first. Is it too late to save what I have? I don't know. Only time will tell. I hope it isn't.
I wanted to share where I am at and let others know that may be in the same situation as me that it is ok to work on your marriage. It is ok to rethink your values and what matters in life. It is ok to make positive changes in your life and work on improving yourself. Don't let the nay-sayers stop you from taking action. It is not easy but there are always other people out there in the same boat as you (whether they admit to it or not). Don't let others bully you into changing your mind when the important things in life need to take precedence over something else. Your emotional and mental well-being is important too.


San Antonio – Scott Shimek tossed a one-hit shutout in game two, while Braxton Watson picked up his seventh win of the season in game one as the St. Mary's University Rattlers remained red-hot sweeping a doubleheader against Lincoln University, 7-3, 10-0, in Heartland Conference baseball action Friday afternoon at V.J. Keefe Memorial Stadium.
Shimek (Sr., Shiner) allowed just three baserunners in the game: a hit by pitch to Ben Neuner, a single to Drew Horrell in the fourth inning and a walk to Zane Walker in the bottom of the sixth inning. The shutout was his first of the season and the one-hitter was the lowest total he has allowed this season. He also struck out 10 to improve to 10-2 this season.
The Rattler offense produced 10 runs on 14 hits to back up Shimek's pitching. Jonathon Cisneros (Jr., San Antonio) had three hits, including his fourth homerun of the season. Danny Cantu (Sr., Laredo) and Regan Moczygemba (So., Bulverde) also had three hits each.
In the first game Watson (Sr., Spring) allowed just two runs on eight hits and one walk, while striking out six in five innings of work. He improved to 7-3 with the win. Eduardo de Lachica (So., Sugarland) earned his second save of the season. Michael Brzezinski (Sr., Helotes) smacked his sixth homerun of the season to help back up Watson's pitching.
With the sweep St. Mary's improved to 34-15 overall, 30-12. Lincoln fell to 13-31, 12-29. The two teams will wrap up their three-game series on Saturday with a single game starting at 1 p.m. The Rattler sweep, combined with a split of a doubleheader between Texas-Permian and Incarnate Word moves the Rattlers to within one game of front-running UTPB in the Heartland Conference standings.


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For its grand debut in Los Angeles, Vegan Fashion Week had two fashion runways – one at the Natural History Museum in Los Angeles and one at California Market Center in Downtown LA.
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Published on 09.07.13 in Vol 15, No 7 (2013): July
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Effectiveness of Web-Based Self-Disclosure Peer-to-Peer Support for Weight Loss: Randomized Controlled Trial
Mie Imanaka1, RD, MPH;
Masahiko Ando2, MD, PhD;
Tetsuhisa Kitamura3, MD, MS, PhD;
Takashi Kawamura1, MD, PhD
1Health Service, Kyoto University, Kyoto, Japan
2Center for Advanced Medicine and Clinical Research, Hospital, Nagoya University, Nagoya, Japan
3Division of Environmental Medicine and Population Sciences, Department of Social and Environmental Medicine, Osaka University Graduate School of Medicine, Osaka, Japan
Masahiko Ando, MD, PhD
Center for Advanced Medicine and Clinical Research
65 Tsurumai-cho
Showa-ku
Nagoya, 466-8560
Phone: 81 52 744 1953
Fax:81 52 744 1302
Email: mando@med.nagoya-u.ac.jp
Background: Obesity is one of the most common public health problems in the industrialized world as a cause of noncommunicable diseases. Although primarily used for one-on-one communication, email is available for uninterrupted support for weight loss, but little is known about the effects of dietitian group counseling for weight control via the Internet.
Objective: We developed a Web-based self-disclosure health support (WSHS) system for weight loss. This study aims to compare the effect of weight change between those using the WSHS and those using the email health support (EHS).
Methods: This study was designed as an open prospective individual randomized controlled trial. Eligible participants were aged 35 to 65 years with a body mass index (BMI) of ≥25.0 in their latest health examination. Participants were randomly assigned to either the WSHS group or the EHS group. Thirteen registered dietitians under the direction of a principal dietitian each instructed 6 to 8 participants from the respective groups. All participants in the WSHS group could receive nutritional advice and calculate their nutritive intake from a photograph of a meal on their computer screen from the Internet sent to them by their dietitian, receive supervision from the registered dietitian, and view fellow participants' weight changes and lifestyle modifications. In the EHS group, a participant could receive one-on-one nutritional advice and calculate his/her nutritive intake from the photograph of a meal on computer screen sent by email from his/her dietitian, without being able to view fellow participants' status. The follow-up period was 12 weeks for both groups. The primary outcome measure was change in body weight. The secondary outcome measure included changes in BMI and waist circumference. The intergroup comparison of the changes before and after intervention was evaluated using analysis of covariance.
Results: A total of 193 participants were randomly assigned to either the WSHS group (n=97) or the EHS group (n=96). Ten from the WSHS group and 8 from the EHS group dropped out during the study period, and the remaining 87 in the WSHS group and 88 in the EHS group were followed up completely. Weight loss was significantly greater in the WSHS group than in the EHS group (–1.6 kg vs –0.7 kg; adjusted P=.04). However, there were few differences in waist circumference between the 2 groups. (–3.3 cm vs –3.0 cm; adjusted P=.71).
Conclusions: Our newly developed WSHS system using forced self-disclosure had better short-term weight loss results. Further study in a longer-term trial is necessary to determine what effects this type of intervention might have on long-term cardiovascular disease.
Trial Registration: University Hospital Medical Information Network Clinical Trial Registration (UMIN-CTR): UMIN000009147; https://upload.umin.ac.jp/cgi-open-bin/ctr/ctr.cgi?function=brows&action=brows&type=summary&recptno=R000010719&language=E (Archived by WebCite at http://www.webcitation.org/6HTCkhb1p).
J Med Internet Res 2013;15(7):e136
doi:10.2196/jmir.2405
obesity;
weight loss;
health support;
self-disclosure;
email;
Obesity is one of the most common public health problems in the industrialized world as a cause of noncommunicable diseases, such as ischemic heart disease and diabetes mellitus [1,2]. It has been reported that people are more likely to gain weight when obese persons are around them [3]. In a similar way, behavior modification for weight loss might also transmit to others if a person makes an effort to lose weight. In addition, the necessity to enhance the motivation for weight loss in nutritional counseling has been emphasized [4].
In nutritional counseling for weight loss, face-to-face support that takes into consideration the individual's background and personal characteristics is generally conducted by registered dietitians [5,6]. Recently, emails, which are primarily for one-on-one communication, have been used for weight loss [7-12]. Self-disclosure plays a central role in the development and maintenance of relationships [13], and is also thought to be a critical component in enabling the therapeutic progress [14]. Although writing about experiences of weight loss through blogging as a means of self-disclosure has expanded rapidly recently [15], it is unclear whether forced self-disclosure via the Internet would be actually effective for weight loss.
We developed a Web-based self-disclosure health support (WSHS) system through which participants can receive counseling from a registered dietitian and compare their own changes in weight and lifestyle with those of others. This study aimed to compare the weight loss between the WSHS and the email health support (EHS). Our hypothesis is that weight loss would be greater in the WSHS group than in the EHS group.
This study was an open prospective individual randomized controlled trial (UMIN000009147), carried out from July 2008 through February 2009.
For this study, we recruited participants by mail, contacting clients of the Kyoto University Health Service, Japan, urging them to obtain nutritional counseling for weight loss. Men and women aged 35 to 65 years with a body mass index (BMI) of 25.0 kg/m2 or more from their latest health examination were eligible. Persons who agreed to participate in our study were invited to an initial face-to-face guidance interview. At this interview, those who had been receiving dietary and exercise therapies, or who could not access Internet or email, or who had a current BMI less than 24.5 kg/m2 were excluded from our intervention.
Baseline Measurements
At the first guidance interview, we obtained written informed consent and baseline characteristics, such as sex, age, body height and weight, and waist circumference, and established the participants' own target level of weight loss. In addition, we conducted a baseline questionnaire survey on the participants' quality of life (QOL) [16,17]. QOL was measured using the Medical Outcomes Study Short-Form 36 survey (SF-36) [16,17], which is a self-reported measure that assesses 4 separate QOL domains, including general health perception, vitality, role of functioning related to physical and emotional problems, and mental health. Higher scores indicate a more positive health-related QOL for each item [16,17].
The participants were randomly assigned to either the WSHS group or the EHS group using the minimization method, balancing sex (male or female), age (<40 years or ≥40 years), and baseline body weight (<60 kg, 60-80 kg, or ≥80 kg) by 1 of the authors (MA). Then they were assigned a counselor-dietitian. A total of 13 registered dietitians under the direction of a principal dietitian provided nutritional counseling. Each dietitian was allocated to both 1 of the WSHS groups and 1 of the EHS groups to minimize the intergroup differences in dietitians' counseling, with 6 to 8 participants of a group being supported by 1 assigned dietitian during the study period. Each dietitian uniformly counseled the participants in both groups based on the standardized manual on the nutritional values of diet records and a photograph of a meal [18] provided by the principal dietitian to maintain the homogeneity of guidance among dietitian counselors. The follow-up period was 12 weeks for both groups.
Interventions and Follow-up
The WSHS group members were given a personal account and password, and could freely access the WSHS system (Figure 1). Each participant set his/her own username and target body weight at the beginning. All members were requested to fill in their present body weight and the level of their lifestyle modification attained such as food records and exercise, along with their motivation level, which were expressed in a 3-level scale (good, fair, and poor), on the screen of the individual's system Web page every week. Participants received nutritional advice and had their nutritive intakes calculated by their dietitians using a photograph of a meal. A participant and his/her dietitian could discuss their questions and comments in this personal area. In this system, group members could view their fellow participants' weight changes (not actual values) and their related conditions. A participant and his/her dietitian could put their queries or comments on the participant's individual screen, but fellow participants could not write in this column.
The EHS group members were provided with a Microsoft Excel file. They set their target body weight loss at the beginning, and subsequently filled in their present body weight, their levels of lifestyle modification attainment, and their motivation level, similar to the WSHS group members. They could send questions and receive nutritional advice and photo-based nutritive intakes by email. However, the EHS was not a Web-based system, and the participants could not obtain information on their fellow participants' health status via the Web.
The difference between the 2 interventions was that WSHS participants could receive advice from the corresponding dietitian and view other participant's progress when they accessed this system, and EHS participants could only receive advice from the corresponding dietitian. After 12 weeks of online health support, the participants were asked to come in for remeasurement of their height, weight, waist circumference, and QOL by the same dietitian they saw at the beginning of the study.
The primary outcome measure was change in body weight. The secondary outcome measure included changes in BMI, waist circumference, and QOL.
The sample size was calculated based on weight loss during the 12 weeks. We hypothesized that participants assigned to the WSHS group would lose a mean of 2.0 kg after the 12-week intervention, compared with a loss of 1.0 kg in the EHS group with standard deviations of 2.0 kg for both groups [19-21]. Based on 0.9 power to detect a significant difference (P=.05, 2-sided), 85 participants were required for each study group. To compensate for possible absences, we enrolled 90 participants per group.
We conducted intention-to-treat analyses in this study. All data are expressed as mean (SD). BMI was calculated as weight/height2. Baseline characteristics were compared between the groups using unpaired Student t test for numerical variables and Pearson chi-square test for categorical variables. The comparison of changes before and after intervention between the groups was evaluated using analysis of covariance adjusted for sex, age, and the baseline value of the corresponding item at the first guidance interview. All statistical analyses were performed using JMP 9 statistical software (SAS Institute, Inc, Cary, NC, USA). All tests were 2-tailed and P values of <.05 were considered statistically significant.
All procedures were conducted according to the Declaration of Helsinki. Participants submitted their written informed consent before participation. This study was approved by the Ethics Committee of Kyoto University Graduate School of Medicine.
Figure 1. Screen view of the Web-based self-disclosure (WSHS) health support system.
A total of 196 participants were recruited for this trial from July 2008 through February 2009. Among them, 3 participants with a BMI of <24.5 at the first guidance interview were excluded, and the remaining 193 were randomly assigned to either the WSHS group (97) or the EHS group (96). Ten persons from the WSHS group and 8 from the EHS group dropped out during the study period, leaving 87 in the WSHS group and 88 in the EHS group to complete the study (Figure 2).
Baseline characteristics of the participants are shown in Table 1. Mean age was 50 years (SD 7), and mean body weight was approximately 78 kg (SD 10) in both groups. There were no significant differences in sex ratio, BMI, waist circumference, target body weight loss, or QOL levels between the groups.
Differences in changes of outcomes between the WSHS group and EHS group are shown in Table 2. The loss in body weight was significantly greater in the WSHS group than in the EHS group (–1.6 kg versus –0.7 kg; adjusted P=.04). The decrease in BMI tended to be also greater in the WSHS group than in the EHS group (–0.6 versus –0.3; adjusted P=.05) although it was statistically insignificant. There were no significantly different changes in waist circumference. Changes in QOL scores, general health perception, vitality, role functioning related to physical and emotional problems, and mental health were not significantly different between the groups.
Participants' characteristics Web-based self-disclosure health support (n=97) Email health support (n=96) P value
Fundamental characteristics
Male, n (%) 84 (86.6) 82 (85.4) .81a
Age (years), mean (SD) 50.7 (7.4) 49.6 (7.2) .31b
Physical characteristics, mean (SD)
Body weight (kg) 78.8 (10.6) 77.1 (9.6) .23b
Body mass index (kg/m2) 27.5 (3.1) 27.4 (2.5) .28b
Waist circumference (cm) 94.9 (7.2) 93.6 (7.2) .26b
Target weight loss (kg) –4.5 (1.7) –4.5 (1.9) .95b
Quality of life from SF-36,cmean (SD)
General health perception 52.1 (17.3) 52.7 (13.9) .79b
Vitality 55.0 (15.9) 55.4 (16.3) .86b
Role functioningd 67.1 (21.3) 69.9 (17.7) .34b
Mental health 66.0 (17.0) 66.2 (14.6) .93b
aPearson chi-square test.
bStudent t test.
cData from 86 participants in the Web-based self-disclosure health support group and 88 participants in the email health support group.
dRole functioning: role functioning related to physical and emotional problems.
Table 1. Baseline characteristics of participants (N=193).
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Changes in outcomes Web-based self-disclosure health support (n=87) Email health support (n=88) P valuea
Unadjusted Adjustedb
Physical changes mean (SD)
Body weight (kg) –1.6 (2.7) –0.7 (2.3) .02 .04
Body mass index (kg/m2) –0.6 (1.0) –0.3 (0.8) .03 .05
Waist circumference (cm) –3.3 (3.3) –3.0 (3.9) .64 .71
Changes in items on quality of life from SF-36,cmean (SD)
General health perception 0.4 (13.3) –1.4 (11.5) .44 .36
Vitality 0.0 (13.3) –0.6 (13.3) .80 .98
Role functioningd 4.0 (26.1) 4.7 (19.1) .89 .70
Mental health 0.5 (17.1) 1.1 (11.1) .82 .66
aAnalysis of covariance.
bP values were adjusted for sex, age, and the baseline value of the corresponding item at the first guidance interview.
cData from 57 participants in the Web-based self-disclosure health support system group and 59 participants in the email health support group were acquired.
Table 2. Changes in physique and quality of life before and after intervention between groups (N=175).
Figure 2. Patient flow.
Principal Findings
We developed the WSHS system, which is capable of activating self-disclosure, and evaluated its effectiveness in controlling body weight in a randomized controlled trial. In this trial, the WSHS yielded participants with a significantly greater weight loss than did the EHS. Although previous studies developed and evaluated weight loss applications [22-25], our WSHS system is a first step in exploring the benefits of a system in which there is forced self-disclosure and helpful information on nutritional counseling.
It is well-known that face-to-face counseling is effective for weight loss and blood sugar control [5,6]. However, it would be exceedingly difficult to continue face-to-face support for busy middle-aged workers who are candidates for cardiovascular diseases [8,26]. Here, Internet health care support, including email counseling, has shown itself to be similarly effective as the face-to-face method [7-12]. Because Internet services, including e-learning, are useful [22,23], our WSHS system can also be a useful tool for people who need health support. In addition, the beneficial effects of self-disclosure in health care counseling should be emphasized [4]. The participants were fully aware of their fellow participants' health status, which might have encouraged them to attain their own health goals.
Although reduction in body weight was significantly greater in the WSHS group than in the EHS group, there were no significant differences in waist circumference between the groups. Intra-abdominal fat accumulation of 100 cm2 or more is one of the cardiovascular risk factors [27]. An 85-cm waist circumference corresponds to approximately 100 cm2 of intra-abdominal fat accumulation, and is used as a simple diagnostic criterion of metabolic syndrome in Japan [28]. It is known that the measurement of waist circumference varies with participants' intention to flatten their stomach [29], and this flattening might have affected the evaluation of waist circumference in this study.
This study also evaluated 4 SF-36 items as weight loss-associated QOL, but there were few differences in the changes between groups. In previous studies, QOL in obese persons was lower because they were more likely to have low back pain, joint disorders, sleep disorders, and depression [30-32]. Patients with metabolic syndrome were also more likely to be depressive [33]. Furthermore, persons who had succeeded in weight loss improved their own general perception of health and physical functioning [31,34]. The short length of our study or the small intergroup difference in weight loss might have blurred the effects on QOL. Further investigation is needed to evaluate whether WSHS will lead to greater QOL [35]. The number of Internet users reached approximately 2.3 billion people in 2012 across the globe [36]. Therefore, nutritional counseling via the Internet can reach more people and offer more continuous professional support [37]. The WSHS system might cost more to produce than the EHS system; therefore, the cost-effectiveness is an important issue that should be discussed in the future. However, the WSHS systems using forced self-disclosure could be a promising means for decreasing the current high rates of obesity.
This study has some inherent limitations. First, the WSHS system is limited to those who can use a personal computer. Second, we only observed the effect on weight loss. The true endpoint of nutritional counseling should be the reduction in mortality and morbidity from cardiovascular diseases. Weight loss could prevent cardiovascular events [38]. Therefore, we consider that weight change is reasonable as a short-term index. Third, lack of information on the number of interactions over the computer/Web interface over the study period and the dietitian interaction with each participant was another limitation because their differences might influence the difference in weight loss among participants. Fourth, information was lacking on social influence on participants' behaviors, which might also have a possible effect on the change of weight loss. Finally, although weight change has been commonly used as a reasonable short-term index, the short observation period of this study is another important limitation because obesity is a chronic condition and requires long-term solutions.
Our newly developed WSHS system using forced self-disclosure would be significantly more effective than the EHS system for short-term weight loss. A longer-term trial that further explores the theoretical differences between these 2 interventions would be necessary to draw conclusions about the WSHS effect on longer-term health conditions.
We gratefully acknowledge the generous cooperation of Keiko Ueyama, Yukiyo Matsuoka, Ayumi Okada, Tomoko Kitamura, Masumi Hinatsu, and other allied registered dietitians for their crucially helpful support with their dietetical specialties. We are also deeply indebted to the faculty of Kyoto University School of Public Health for their valuable comments concerning design and data analyses, which were critical for the success of the study. Our thanks also to Yoshimitsu Takahashi, PhD, for his generous support.
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BMI: body mass index
EHS: email health support
QOL: quality of life
WSHS: Web-based self-disclosure health support
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Chef Chat: Sid Campbell, Local Breeze
Heather Hoch
| Chef News |
Heather Hoch | September 16, 2009 | 3:12pm
Sid Campbell runs a restaurant a lot like people plan for a party. He takes special care to make Local Breeze an enjoyable atmosphere, because he says his restaurant is as much about the ambiance as it is about the tasty food.
"It's more about the feeling I'm trying to create," he said. "When I go out to eat, I want it to be relaxing."
Local Breeze opened up in May in a converted home off of 4th Avenue and Fillmore. Campbell quickly snatched up the location after it's previous tenant, Palatte, closed. He loved the location for its massive outdoor patio, perfect for lounging and relaxing.
Campbell's love of running the show was evident from the beginning of his work in the food industry. One of his first jobs was managing the deli at Rick's Café Americana, a Casablanca-themed restaurant in McCormick Ranch. However, he said he's always had a love
for cooking.
"I used to pull a chair up to the stove and cook," he says.
After Rick's Café Americana, Campbell went to Scottsdale Community College for culinary school, and then to Old Town Scottsdale's Pischke's. He worked there with owner Chris Pischke for twelve years, six as a chef and six as a manager. Campbell says Pischke's was a "perfect training ground" because he gained experience in every aspect of the restaurant.
Campbell stayed good friends with Pischke, even after leaving the restaurant. After Pischke passed away, Campbell decided he would make a special section in his menu for dishes directly inspired by Pischke's recipes.
Those dishes, along with several of Campbell's own creations, comprise the menu at Local Breeze. The funky, southeastern-style cuisine matches the laid-back atmosphere of the restaurant.
Campbell believes the owner of the restaurant should be the first face patrons see when they come in to eat. That's why it's no surprise to see him out of the kitchen and on the floor on any given night, right next to the sign by the doorway that says, "You're among friends."
"It's what I know," Campbell said. "I love being the host of a party."
Chef News
Heather Hoch is a music, food, and arts writer based in Tucson. She enjoys soup, scotch, Electric Light Orchestra, and walking her dog, Frodo.


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Hello all! Maya, Wyatt, and myself will be driving out to Arizona for some visit time, and for Autumn's baby shower! Here is our tentative schedule of events. If you'd like to squeeze some visit time in here, please let me know so I can make it official!
Friday, April 20th - Leave Colorado Springs at 3am. Drive to Albuquerque for breakfast @9am. Get back on the road by 10am. Arrive in Prescott around 4pm-ish. Collapse from exhaustion and toss the kids at Granny.
Saturday, April 21st - Go shopping for last-minute baby shower stuff with Mom. Hanna, do you guys want to watch the kids? Mom & Dad (Ristig)? That would be helpful.
Sunday, April 22nd - Wake up bright and early, and head up to the Grand Canyon with all the baby shower food/decorations in tow. Baby shower from 10-2pm. Clean up, and spend a bit of time enjoying the canyon with the kids. Maybe hang around and have dinner with Dan and Autumn, then head back to Prescott.
Monday, April 23rd - Load up the kids bright and early, and drive down to Phoenix. Crash at Dad's house. My plans fro the next two days depend completely on my Dad's schedule. He said he'd get it to me as soon as he gets it in the next day or two. I'll post it when I have it! Karaoke is in order for either Monday or Tuesday night, though!
Tuesday, April 24th - Hang out with friends/ family. Spend another night in Phoenix at Dad's.
Wednesday, April 25th - Wake up bright and early and drive back to Prescott. Have an early dinner at Oliva's? Streets of New York? It would be nice to get the whole family together for a meal. Those are always good fun!
We spent our New Year's Eve at a new friend's house. Our friends Tom and Erin had a little shindig at their house, and we brought the kids. They have three kids of their own, including a little girl about Maya's age. We played Apples to Apples, drank champagne, and chit-chatted the night away. The kids stayed downstairs for the most part, playing with toys and watching TV. Maya had a blast!
Maya stayed up until 12:30 when we drove home!! Wyatt passed out in his little pack & play at around 10pm. It was a fun night, and I look forward to spending lots more time with all our new friends in Colorado.
I made a couple resolutions. First, I want to make homemade meals more often.Pete usually cooks on the weekends, so I pledged to make two completely home-made meals per week. That means nothing from a box or frozen bag. All fresh, and made from scratch! I also want to eat more veggies and less meat.
My second resolution is to teach Maya her lower-case letters, her numbers, some commonly used sight words, and her months. I got a freebee calendar that I cut up, and we're going to hang it on her bedroom wall today. That way, she can have a better grasp on the abstract concept of time. She just couldn't understand why it was taking so long for Christmas to come, so we're going to do a little countdown to important holidays like her birthday and Easter.
This month, we had a permanent house guest! Santa sent a scout elf to our house to watch over Maya and Wyatt, and report back to Santa on the status of their behavior. He also brought us a book, which instructed us to give him a name. After going through a long list of names, Maya finally chose the name Gus. I was pushing for Elfred, but she wasn't having it! Every night, Gus used his Christmas magic to fly back to the North Pole where he reported to Santa, and then played with his other elf friends. The next morning, he flew back to our house, and would find a new place to sit and watch the kids. It was our job each morning to find him! On Christmas Eve, Gus flew back to the North Pole with Santa. We sure do miss him, and hope he comes back next year!!
Maya got to visit Santa at the mall. We were lucky enough to be there on the same day he was visiting, and the line wasn't even that long! Maya told him about the red bike she wanted, but he already knew she wanted it. Gus told him!
Since the weather was getting kinda chilly, and Maya's hats were getting snug, I decided to pop for the cutest hat in all existence for her! I saw it at a consignment store, and used almost all my trade to buy it. Totally worth it! She looks like a little rainbow gnome. Cutest. Hat. Ever. I took some pictures of the kids, and one ended up being to main photo on our holiday card.
On December 5th, we drove up to the Denver Waldorf Academy to check out their Winter Festival. I'm part of a group of parents here in town working to open a Waldorf Charter School, and I wanted to go to a Waldorf school to check it out. We sure did get a taste of winter, that's for sure! It was DUMPING snow on us all the way there. I'm glad we went, though, because that school was awesome! Maya had lots of fun doing the crafts they had set up and playing in the indoor gym. She also went in to a room just for kids, and got me a Christmas present! I had to wait until Christmas, but loved my new bracelet she picked out. It was super cute!
I also had my birthday! I turned the big 3-3, and Pete made me a delicious meat cake. We had a lovely dinner, followed by going out to see The Muppet Movie. It was an awesome day!
A couple days before Christmas, we got a BUNCH of snow. We'd bought a little sled this summer at a yard sale, so we cracked that puppy out and took Maya sledding down our hill. The cars were nice enough to pack down the powder, so the hill was nice and slick. We also made a little snowman who Maya named Happy. Maya wanted to make snow angels, but once she laid down in the snow and realized how deep it was, she changed her mind.


Gov. Chris Christie told a former speech therapist she'll likely be able to work in schools again.
"It's frustrating to see my friend ill-served, especially when these are unforced errors that didn't need to happen," Christie said.
Christie said he's not worried an Obamacare repeal will hurt NJ's anti-drug efforts, and expressed optimism for more tax reform.
Gov. Chris Christie was in a combative mood for Thursday's edition of Ask the Governor — fresh off a major legislative defeat.
Gov. Chris Christie came to New Jersey 101.5's Ask The Governor Monday night ready to hit.
Christie said a card from his 23-year-old son reminded him to appreciate the things he's accomplished so far.
If one thing's certain in life, it's taxes. And if one topic was certainly going to dominate Wednesday's edition of "Ask The Governor" featuring Chris Christie — it was going to be taxes.
The governor doesn't like smoking — but he really doesn't like the state butting in on towns' business, he said.
Chris Christie made a lot of promises Wednesday night on New Jersey 101.5.
Also: Christie berates a caller who says the country was built on pensions.


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Q: jquery selected options multi select works once Right I have an issue with chrome/jquery mobile. In internet explorer the script seems to run fine.
here is the  jsfiddle example
The problem is when I select multiple items from BOTH lists after click it goes fine. When i do it the second time the list is not cleared anymore.
HTML code:

  Licentie Man

    <select id="maleLicense" style="height: 210px;" name="maleLicense" class="input-medium" multiple="multiple">
    <option value="l0000000000000000000100">Amateur</option>
    <option value="l0000000000000000000001">Basislid</option>
    <option value="l0000000000000000001000">Belofte</option>
    <option value="l0000000000000000010000">Elite</option>
    <option value="l0000000000000000100000">Jeugd</option>
    <option value="l0000000000000001000000">Junior 1e jaars</option>
    <option value="l0000000000000010000000">Junior 2e jaars</option>
    <option value="l0000000000000100000000">Nieuweling 1e jaars</option>
    <option value="l0000000000001000000000">Nieuweling 2e jaars</option>
    <option value="l0000000000100000000000">Professional-A</option>
    <option value="l0000000000010000000000">Professional-B</option>
    <option value="l0000000001000000000000">Sportklasse</option>
    </select>

  Licentie Vrouw

    <select id="femaleLicense" style="height: 210px;" name="femaleLicense" class="input-medium" multiple="multiple">
    <option value="l0000000010000000000000">Amateur</option>
    <option value="l0000000000000000000010">Basislid</option>
    <option value="l0000000100000000000000">Belofte</option>
    <option value="l0000001000000000000000">Elite</option>
    <option value="l0000010000000000000000">Jeugd</option>
    <option value="l0000100000000000000000">Junior 1e jaars</option>
    <option value="l0001000000000000000000">Junior 2e jaars</option>
    <option value="l0010000000000000000000">Nieuweling 1e jaars</option>
    <option value="l0100000000000000000000">Nieuweling 2e jaars</option>
    <option value="l1000000000000000000000">Professional-B</option>
    </select>

empty input

Jquery code:
$(document).ready(function() {
$("a#click").click(function(){
    "use strict";
    $('#maleLicense').children(':selected').removeProp('selected');
    $('#femaleLicense').children(':selected').removeProp('selected');
});
});

A picture to show what I mean visually:

A: Try .prop('selected', false) instead (http://api.jquery.com/prop/), it works fine I think
$(document).ready(function() {
  $("a#click").click(function(){
    $('#maleLicense').children(':selected').prop('selected', false);
    $('#femaleLicense').children(':selected').prop('selected', false);
  });
});

Updated jsfiddle: http://jsfiddle.net/7x9BT/3/

A: Use removeAttr as below:
$(document).ready(function() {
    $("a#click").click(function() {
        "use strict";
        $('#maleLicense option:selected').removeAttr('selected');
        $('#femaleLicense option:selected').removeAttr('selected');
    });
});

jsFiddle

A: Instead of removeAttr, I used $("#maleLicense").val(null); and everything worked fine.
Here is the fiddle.  http://jsfiddle.net/7x9BT/5/

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Bag On Valve Aerosol Filling Machine is specifically designed for bag on vavle aerosol products filling, it is PLC controlled with a frendly touch screen interface, comparing with previous pneumatic control one, this version is improved a lot in efficiency, intelligence, parameters setting, process supvision and trouble shooting.
Raw material will be filled into inside of bag, entirely separate from can body, which prevents the trouble of the can leak due to raw material corrosion.
BOV propellants are N2 or compressed air, safe and clean. When operation, valve will be open and make compressed air in the can to force the raw material out of bag. When raw material is fully ejected, compressed air still retains in the can and then be used for repeated filling.


With the holidays coming up, the last thing you probably want to think about right now is taxes. After all, don't you have until March before you must start thinking about taxes? Well, yes and no. While your tax return might not be due until March or later, there might be tax-saving opportunities available to your company right now — but only if you act before the end of the year.
Therefore, it might be a good idea to plan to meet with your tax advisor before the end of this month to plot out a few year-end tax planning moves. Following are a few year-end tax strategies that might be appropriate for this year. Of course, keep in mind that pending tax reform proposals could impact some of these strategies.
The classic year-end tax strategy for cash-based businesses is to defer income into next year while accelerating expenses into this year. This can potentially lower your current taxable income, which in turn could reduce your 2017 tax bill while also boosting cash flow. This strategy might make even more sense this year than usual, given proposals to lower the corporate tax rate starting in 2018.
One way for cash-basis businesses to defer income into next year is to hold off on sending December invoices until later in the month. This way, you likely won't receive payment and need to recognize income until after the first of the year. Before implementing this strategy, make sure that the lack of cash flow in December won't hurt your business financially. Note: If you receive checks in December, you are considered to be in "constructive receipt" of the funds in 2017 and must report the income on your 2017 tax return, even if you don't deposit the checks until after the end of the year.
On the expense side, try to identify expenses that your business will incur this year but won't pay until 2018. If possible, recognize and record these expenses before the end of the month so you can deduct them on your 2017 return. These might include things like property taxes, utilities, insurance, salaries, commissions, advertising and interest expense. In addition, you can deduct prepaid expense account items on your 2017 return if they are used before the end of the year.
Also purchase and place in service before the end of the year any equipment you're planning to buy early next year, if your cash flow will allow. This includes computers, software, telecommunications equipment and office furniture, as well as heavy manufacturing and industrial equipment. For tax year 2017, your business can expense and deduct up to $500,000 in qualifying fixed assets and equipment that are purchased and placed in service before December 31, 2017.
Write off uncollectible accounts receivable — Take a fresh look at your uncollected receivables and determine which ones are likely to not be collected. Then you can write these off on your 2017 return as bad debt expenses. You can still pursue collection of these receivables next year, even if you write them off — if the money is collected, it will be counted as revenue in 2018.
Make tax-deductible retirement plan contributions — Money that your business contributes to your employees' 401(k) and profit-sharing accounts can be deducted on your federal income tax return, up to the annual contribution limits. For 401(k)s, the limit this year is $18,000, or $24,000 for employees who are age 50 or over. For profit-sharing plans, the limit this year is $54,000 or 25% of compensation, whichever is less.
You have until after the end of the year to implement this strategy. You can make 2017 tax-deductible retirement plan contributions all the way up to your tax-filing deadline.
Take advantage of targeted tax breaks — There are several targeted tax breaks that could result in substantial tax savings for your business if you qualify. One of these is the research and development tax credit, which was recently made permanent by Congress. Your business can apply up to 9.1% of eligible expenses against your federal income tax liability.
Yet another targeted tax break is the domestic production activities deduction (DPAD). Your business might qualify for this break if you are involved in domestic building and construction, film and video production, or agricultural or engineering services. The deduction is equal to 9% of the income your business earns from qualifying activities.
There may be tax-saving opportunities available to your company right now, but only if you act before the end of the year. So, it might be a good idea to plan to meet with your tax advisor before the end of this month to plot out a few year-end tax planning moves, including the classic strategy of deferring income and accelerating deductible expenses. A CFO services provider, working with your tax advisor, can help you plot out the right year-end tax strategies for your business.


Christopher Coe was a writer, photographer and cabaret singer. He lived in Paris and New York City. Coe's first novel, I Look Divine, was published in 1987, his second, Such Times, in 1993. His style has been called "reminiscent of both Oscar Wilde's and Marcel Proust's late writings" (Publishers Weekly). In 1994, Christopher Coe died of AIDS.


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Q: How to escape or avoid cops After playing for a while I noticed that you either play ultra stealthy or you burn/explode the cops. There seems to be no other solution after trying a lot of things.
If you kill the witness, you avoid the cops, but what if you just can't get to the witness before the call?
Is there a simple way to avoid or escape the cops?


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Онайда () — река на границе округов Осуиго и Онондага в центральной части штата Нью-Йорк. Река, длиной 29 километров протекает от озера Онайда до слияния с рекой Сенека, где эти две реки образуют реку Осуиго, впадающую в озеро Онтарио.

Река была известна племенам Онондага как Сах-эх и в колониальную эпоху имела название Онондага ().

Река используется для судоходства и является частью Баржевого канала штата Нью-Йорк.

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Бассейн Онтарио
Реки штата Нью-Йорк
География округа Осуиго
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July 3, 2018 - The City of Mercer Island is pleased to announce the launch of a free-floating bikeshare pilot program intended to provide new mobility options for residents commuting to and from the Park & Ride (8000 N Mercer Way), as well as other users who may wish to conduct errands or travel around the Island car-free, as a supplement to local public transit options.
Starting mid-July, for three months, the City and bikeshare provider LimeBike are hosting a fleet of 25 electric-assist rental bicycles available to any rider. Bicycles will be restocked at key locations ("hubs") daily, but may be ridden anywhere, and parked at any legal, public location. Electric-assist will allow a wider range of users to take advantage of the fleet, and will make hill-climbing much easier. All bikes will be available 24 hours/day, 7 days a week, and normal E-Bike fees apply: $1 to unlock, then 15 cents/minute to ride.
This program is offered in addition to the City's ongoing rideshare pilot program (with Lyft and Uber) as another way to help reduce Single Occupant Vehicle (SOV) usage, decrease congestion, and broaden the range of available transportation options.
Administrative costs for the pilot program will be covered by an October 2017 settlement agreement with Sound Transit that offsets the impacts of light rail construction and operation, and also partially compensates for permanent impacts to local traffic patterns.
In making its decision, the City Council noted strong community interest in bikeshare, the ability to experiment with nimble mobility alternatives, and the opportunity to gather performance data that will inform the future of bikeshare after the pilot period. Results from a web survey of over 330 people indicated that approximately 34% of respondents would be willing to try a bikeshare pilot this summer, with another 12% requiring more information.


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Séon IFC was developed utilising proven technology to provide the end user with a robust, durable and simple to use water purification system to provide high outputs of safe, good quality drinking water for semi-permanent communities. Séon IFC being container mounted will easily fit within any road, ship or air logistical chain and needs minimal groundworks for installation.
Place the feed pump hoses into the source water and the product hoses to where the drinking water needs to be delivered.
Connect the outlet to a receiving tank.
Power up and switch on.
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Séon IFC excells by incorportaing automated self cleaning systems that are capable of processing extremely turbid source water. This ability is paramount when processing the highly turbid water casued during floods/rain seasons.
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Séon IFC is housed within standard 20` shipping containers. This method of equipment housing ensures that their contents are protected and that they will fit into almost any logistical supply chain in the world; road, rail, sea and air.
Wananchi supply a range of Séon IFC systems including bespoke system configurations; contact the team to discuss your requirement.


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Fenway Park Marathon Tribute
Photos: Red Sox Baseball Resumes After Marathon Attacks.
"Boston Red Sox outfielder Daniel Nava celebrates as he rounds the bases after hitting the game-winning 3-run home run during the eighth inning of a game against the Kansas City Royals Saturday, April 20, 2013. It was the first Red Sox home game since the attacks on the 2013 Boston Marathon."
"Boston Red Sox outfielder Daniel Nava celebrates with Jonny Gomes and Mike Napoli after hitting the game-winning 3-run home run during the eighth inning of a game against the Kansas City Royals Saturday, April 20, 2013. It was the first Red Sox home game since the attacks on the 2013 Boston Marathon."
"The Boston Red Sox congratulate each other after defeating the Kansas City Royals Saturday, April 20, 2013. It was the first Red Sox home game since the attacks on the 2013 Boston Marathon."
"Shawna Salomon of Auburn, Massachusetts kisses her son, Jacob, 3, as Blake Ratcliffe of Brighton, Massachusetts watches on Yawkey Way during the first Boston Red Sox home game after the attacks on the 2013 Boston Marathon Saturday, April 20, 2013."
"Boston Police Commissioner Ed Davis greets fans during a pre-game ceremony honoring the victims, first responders, and others involved in the attacks on the 2013 Boston Marathon Saturday, April 20, 2013."
"A Boston Police Officer salutes the flag during a pre-game ceremony honoring the victims, first responders, and others involved in the attacks on the 2013 Boston Marathon Saturday, April 20, 2013."
"Marathon Volunteer Tinamarie Sanborn of Somerville, Massachusetts gives a birthday hug to Tom Licciardello of North Andover, Massachusetts during a pre-game ceremony honoring the victims, first responders, and others involved in the attacks on the 2013 Boston Marathon Saturday, April 20, 2013."
"Marathon Volunteers are introduced during a pre-game ceremony honoring the victims, first responders, and others involved in the attacks on the 2013 Boston Marathon Saturday, April 20, 2013."
"A fan wipes tears away during a pre-game ceremony honoring the victims, first responders, and others involved in the attacks on the 2013 Boston Marathon Saturday, April 20, 2013."
"A picture of Lingzi Lu, one of the victims of the Boston Marathon attacks, is shown on the scoreboard during a pre-game ceremony honoring the victims, first responders, and others involved in the attacks on the 2013 Boston Marathon Saturday, April 20, 2013."
"A fan holds a Boston Strong sign during a pre-game ceremony honoring the victims, first responders, and others involved in the attacks on the 2013 Boston Marathon Saturday, April 20, 2013."
"Wally the Green Monster mascot shows his Boston Strong shoes during the first Boston Red Sox home game after the attacks on the 2013 Boston Marathon Saturday, April 20, 2013."
"Fans sing along to the National Anthem during a pre-game ceremony honoring the victims, first responders, and others involved in the attacks on the 2013 Boston Marathon Saturday, April 20, 2013."
"Marathon Volunteers stand in front of the American Flag on the Green Monster during a pre-game ceremony honoring the victims, first responders, and others involved in the attacks on the 2013 Boston Marathon Saturday, April 20, 2013."
"Fans greet each other in the Green Monster Seats during the first Boston Red Sox home game after the attacks on the 2013 Boston Marathon Saturday, April 20, 2013."
"Fans sing along to 'Sweet Caroline' during the first Boston Red Sox home game after the attacks on the 2013 Boston Marathon Saturday, April 20, 2013."
Sports have a way of bringing people together. In the wake of the tragedies of the Boston Marathon, I think the city has been itching to get back to normalcy.
What better way to do that than with a Red Sox game at Fenway Park? After a city-wide lockdown during the tail end of an intense manhunt extended into Friday evening, Friday's originally scheduled game was postponed. Today, we've got a double-header to make up for that game, but yesterday's game, the first home game since the attacks, was one to remember.
The pre-game ceremony was both solemn and comforting, and the game finished with a storybook ending – a late inning come from behind win off of Daniel Nava's three run home run.
Here are my images from throughout the day.
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Le Zoo de Guadalajara est un parc zoologique mexicain situé dans le Jalisco à Guadalajara. Fondé en 1988, il abrite plus de 2000 animaux de 360 espèces.

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until the next address access.
until VCC is returned to nominal level.
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conditions for extended periods of time may affect reliability.
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2. Typical values are at 25°C and nominal supplies.
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5. tAH1, tDH1 are measured from WE going high.
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Get the most out of your time with us. We have lots of activities available on the farm, so why not make a day of it?
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How Pepsi briefly became the 6th largest military in the world
07/27/2018 – 08:05 AMJul
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Tim Kirkpatrick, We Are The Mighty 3 hrs ago
Almost everyone in the world has a favorite soda that they enjoy whenever they get the opportunity. But, is your favorite tasty drink worth giving up a military arsenal big enough to stock a whole country? Well, at one point in history, the Russians thought so.
In 1959, then-President Dwight Eisenhower wanted to bring our America culture to citizens of the Soviet Union and show them the benefits of capitalism.
To showcase their ideologies, the American government arranged the "American National Exhibition" in Moscow and sent then-Vice President Richard Nixon to attend the opening — but things were about to take a turn for the worse.
Nixon and Soviet leader Khrushchev got into an argument over the topic of capitalism versus communism. Their conversation got so heated that the vice president of Pepsi intervened and offered the Soviet leader a cup of his delicious, sugary beverage — and he drank it.
Years later, the people of the Soviet Union wanted to strike a deal that would bring Pepsi products to their country permanently. However, there was an issue of how they would pay for their newest beverage, as their money wasn't accepted throughout the world.
So, the clever country decided to buy Pepsi using a universal currency: vodka!
In the late 1980s, Russia's initial agreement to serve Pepsi in their country was about to expire, but this time, their vodka wasn't going to be enough to cover the cost.
So, the Russians did what any country would do in desperate times: They traded Pepsi a fleet of subs and boats for a whole lot of soda. The new agreement included 17 submarines, a cruiser, a frigate, and a destroyer.
The combined fleet was traded for three billion dollars' worth of Pepsi. Yes, you read that right. Russia loves their Pepsi.
The historical exchange caused Pepsi to become the 6th most powerful military in the world, for a moment, before they sold the fleet to a Swedish company for scrap recycling.
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Capgemini reinforces its focus on global industries and sustainability services with top leadership appointments
Finland / Media / Uutiset / Capgemini reinforces its focus on global industries and sustainability services with top leadership appointments
New Group Executive Board positions that reinforce its strategic focus.
Paris, January 10, 2023 – Capgemini today announced two new Group Executive Board positions that reinforce its strategic focus of bringing business value to clients through its deep industry and sustainability capabilities.
Strategic focus on global industries
Jerome Simeon, previously CEO of the Southern Europe Strategic Business Unit, is now Head of Global Industries. In this new position Jerome will bring together Capgemini's strong industry expertise across the world to meet the specific transformation needs of global organizations. He remains a member of the Group Executive Board. Andrea Falleni, formerly Managing Director of Capgemini in Italy and Global Sales Officer of the Southern Europe Strategic Business Unit, succeeds Jerome as CEO of the Southern Europe Strategic Business Unit. With this appointment Andrea joins Capgemini's Group Executive Board.
Sustainability at the heart of client offerings
Cyril Garcia, formerly CEO of Capgemini Invent, is now Head of Global Sustainability Services and Corporate Responsibility. In this new role Cyril is responsible for the integration of sustainability across Capgemini's portfolio of client services, as well as driving the Group's own sustainability agenda. Cyril is also responsible for Capgemini's Corporate Social Responsibility activity. He remains a member of the Group Executive Board. Roshan Gya, formerly Managing Director of Capgemini Invent in Southern Europe and Global Lead for Intelligent Industry, succeeds Cyril as CEO of Capgemini Invent. He joins the Group Executive Committee.
"These new Group appointments reinforce Capgemini's position as our clients' strategic partner for their business transformations," comments Aiman Ezzat, CEO of the Capgemini Group. "Jerome will focus on consolidating the Group's broad and deep industry expertise to meet our global clients' specific business challenges. Cyril will ensure that sustainability is at the heart of our business offerings to enable organizations to meet their environmental obligations for a sustainable future. Both aspects are business critical for our clients and will bring to them great value add. I also welcome both Andrea and Roshan to the Group Executive team. They are outstanding, seasoned leaders with exemplary track records."
High-resolution photography of all executives is available on request.


Resizing in only one axis?
Can we resize (scale) drawing features in only one direction (axis)? I have a bunch of airfoil shapes that I need to change the the thickness to cord ratio on. Photobucket pictures are mostly all rendering of Xenon (Ashlar) files. I'm new to solid works and am trying to convert all I did in Ashlar to Solidworks.
Re: Resizing in only one axis?
2 ways to do this. I is a loft and the other a sweep, the sweep cout be done with one crosssection and guide curves to give you the change in cord and keep the other size constant.
Have you converted the Ashlar models to SW models?
Do you have features in the Feature Manager (not just imported bodies or surfaces)?
Do those features have dimensioned sketches?
Have you tried the Scale function?
the scaling seems to be for solids or surfaces and not for drawn geometry. Is this correct?
The fuselage for our streamliner is made up (8) spines of (5) different types spaced every 45 degrees as viewed from the front.
I am having trouble getting these drawn in SW.
I've enclosed what I have so far. I've also had trouble importing these splines in from Ashlar. I must be doing something wrong.
Can you simply revolve one of the splines, then scale?
No. Like I said, there are 5 different splines. They have to be different. I wish it were that easy.
Check out the front view.
Your pictures make the body appear to have a round cross section, in which case the revolve and resize should do the trick for you. However, the splines you show seem to suggest a soft rectangle or almost and elipse cross section. Since you already have the splines set you could easily set up planes at set distances and create a 2D sketch of a circular spline with the points coincident with the splines you've already made. Then a simple loft should do the trick for you. While it would be tedious to do, it would work. If you need to resize, you could break coincident mates and fix the points. After that the distance of the planes defines how long the final part would be. Again, a laborious task, but it will work.
It would be much easier to import my Ashlar file or at least import the splines.
The geometry is fairly complex. All splines are the same length. The two side splines are custom shape modified 66-018 airfoil. The other six splines are NACA 66-018 air foils that have different thickness's so actually they are not standard 66-018 anymore.
Let me make the splines in Ashlar and save them as different formats and maybe you guys can help me get them skinned (surfaced) in SW.
I'm pretty sure you'll need to place your converted sketches into a PART document, recreate the parts, THEN scale the bodies and remake the drawings.
Matthew, when I do this, will it automatiacally adjust the splines? Will I need to make six different parts if I have six different splines then pool all the splines to one new part and loft them all again?
I'd export each Ahslar sketch of the wing section independently. Then, import each sketch into SWX as it's own file (either as a part or drawing - your choice). With a new, open SWX part, I'd create a series of sketch planes and place each of the converted and imported sketches on the appropriate plane. Lastly, I'd loft all the sections together as required.
I'm not sure what you mean by "automaticaly adjust", but with the requilt loft in-hand you can then aplly a scale feature and transform the body as much as you want in whichever axis you'd like.
Once properly scaled, you can make new drawings of the SWX part....along with sections, new projections, whatever.
Here is a loft using the splines as guide curves. I had to tweak the splines though, since they don't all intersect at the same point. I completely messed one of them up, but this still gives you the idea.
James, that's pretty neat but it has flat sides not blended like we need.
It just needs a little TLC. And you'll need to fix the end of the splines.
James! This is much better. Not exactly what I was looking for but this proves that we can achieve what we are trying to do.
I spent some time yesterday in ashlar to make nice geometry to import. I used the IGES format and it worked nicely. After getting all the splines in, I lofted the splines into a sheet then I thickened the sheet for the outer skin of fuselage. I achieved exactly what I was looking for but I feel like I have cheated by using the old program. The one thing I noticed is that the import came through in the wrong axis. Can someone help me align the geometry in the correct axis. The alignment tool for sketches does not seem to want to work as the import is not a true sketch. Basically I need help manipulating the lofted, thickened import to give it some reference to the standard axis's.
Sorry, I didn't see this thread until just now. I'm confused as to why this is an issue. You want to just take splines and scale them? Why not use the scale fuction? Create a sketch with the spline, then go to Tools>Sketch Tools>Scale. This only works on 2D splines, so you will have to create only 2D splines and do it seperately for each sketch.
If you must use 3D splines, then I suggest you create the geometry (solid or surface model), and then use the scale function on that. SW2011 even has single axis scale ability built in. If you must use a previous release, you can use the "flex" command, and then choose the "stretching" option. Then, if you still want splines, you can recreate them from the solid model using planes and the "convert entities" and "intersection curves" tool. After using intersection curves, use the "simplify spline" tool to convert it back to an editable spline.
I only want to scale in one axis. Is this possible?
Yes, using Tools>Sketch Tools>Scale, you can pick an axis, and only scale along that axis.
Are you talking about just clicking the axis arrow in the graphics screen?
I don't seem to have that option to choose an axis. what am I doing wrong?
I got something now that is exactly what I want but it is in the totaly wrong axis. Because it is made from an import, I'm having trouble manipulating it. Can someone walk me through putting it into the correct axis? The center line that is drawn here is actually on a 1 degree slope or rake to the ground (point of tail to be higher). I was told that when I started an assembly, it is best to have the first piece I bring in be in the correct axis. I planned on this being the first piece because so much stuff is referenced to it. Better yet, if someone could point me towards the tutorial that teaches this, it would be even better.
Okay, Did manage to minipulate it after I got it into the assy. Not exactly how I planned and it took me a couple of hours. i know you can laugh. By making a sketch on the imported model I was able to align the sketch pieces to the assy. It's coming along.


The ASHI Code of Ethics details the core guidelines of home inspection professionalism and home inspection ethics. Covering crucial issues such as conflicts of interest, good faith and public perception, these home inspection ethics are central pillars of home inspection professionalism for the entire industry. Integrity, honesty, and objectivity are fundamental principles embodied by this Code, which sets forth obligations of ethical conduct for the home inspection profession. The Membership of ASHI has adopted this Code to provide high ethical standards to safeguard the public and the profession. Inspectors shall comply with this Code, shall avoid association with any enterprise whose practices violate this Code, and shall strive to uphold, maintain, and improve the integrity, reputation, and practice of the home inspection profession.


Ruby Redfort: Blink and You Die is Lauren Child's ultimate title in the schoolgirl secret agent series. Two hardback editions have been published in the UK, one with a lenticular panel that makes Ruby's eyes blink when you wobble the book. The other edition is without the lenticular panel but the eyes follow you about the room (probably a library) even if you don't wobble anything.
Lauren has included some beautiful sketches of how she sees some of her characters and you'll find them at the end of the book.
Marcus du Sautoy has contributed the codes as in previous titles in the series.
The Twinford city maps are illustrated by map designer Emily Faccini and are a sight to be seen.
nb: forgive the dumb quote mark in the title card.


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Implosion Never Lose Hope Review
For the past several months, I've been chipping away at my #MechMonth game, Implosion: Never Lose Hope, for the Nintendo Switch. Here are my thoughts on this brawler on a budget now that I've completed the campaign:
The game offers a good hack-and-slash fighting mechanic with added depth since you can upgrade your mech. Learning to how to chain melee attacks, ranged weapons, and special moves is pretty satisfying.
The surprisingly high-production value voice acting and music was pretty consistent throughout. However, after a while, I had trouble following what was going on in the story.
The main campaign is pretty robust but starts to feel repetitive after a while. There's only so much that can be done with hack-and-slash gameplay, kill rooms, and the game's limited mix of enemies.
Boss battles are a highlight and break up the routine, but some of the later ones feel a bit too bullet spongy for my taste.
There are optional challenges in each level that allow you to unlock more upgrades and a new mech. The objectives are fairly bland but they give you something else to aim for as you go through the stages.
The free DLC side story is a nice addition to an already good value. Unfortunately, the DLC levels are very long and have no check points, so I eventually got frustrated with them.
This game is a solid single player brawler, but it's sorely lacking a co-op mode.
Implosion is a good game for what it is, a single-player hack-n-slash. It was more than enough to be a fun diversion when I had time to kill but wasn't especially compelling either. I think this game is best suited for players looking for lighter fair as a palate cleanser to put between bigger releases.
Score: ⭐⭐⭐
Completion Time: About 10 hours (Main campaign plus half of the DLC missions)
Labels: Action, Indie, Nintendo Switch, Review
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Several new books have arrived in the Library to support Lincoln International Business School students. My favourite from this list is Vaughan Evans (2016) Financial Times Essential Guides Writing a Business Plan: How to win backing to start up or grow your business because it will be of such practical use to students. It is a skill every business student ought to acquire.


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Nepal Himalayas, the trip begins from Kathmandu valley which has living culture and the world heritage sites. The arts and architectures of Kathmandu's temples, stupas, monasteries and palaces are comparable to that of nowhere in the world. There are chances to enjoy the spectacular views of the Himalayas from Nagarkot, a beautiful hill resort, is a 32 km northeast of Kathmandu. We also take you to the Chitwan National Park for exciting jungle safari activates, which is about 170 km, southwest from Kathmandu in the lowland of Nepal. This National Park is very famous for 01 horned Asian Rhino and bangle tiger. Pokhara is capital of Nature of Nepal where you will visit the caves, lakes and Tibetan villages and take 25 minutes short flight to Jomsom- the district northeast of Mustang, the lost Tibetan Kingdom that spreads over the banks of the Kali Gandaki. This offers such a nice view of Nilgiri (7,061 m) and Dhaulagiri (8,167m) mountain range.
Day 10: Trek Back to Jomsom.
Day 11: Flight to Pokhara.
Three meals a day; Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner as well as tea/coffee during the trek.
A trekker or walker who is able to hike normally 5-6 hours per day carring a light weight backpack will be very fit enough to do this trekking. There are stone step up and down which are very uneven and due to some long descents your leg may feel shakey so we recommend to use walking poles to feel more safe. Normally, maximum altitude of the trek is 3750m, so you should be careful about altitude related risk. To get rid of it please walk slowly and have more water and avoid alcoholic drinks.
On arrival in the international airport in Kathmandu Napal you will pick up by our office representative and transfer to the hotel. Check in hotel and refreshment. After short rest in the hotel you will feel to do something. Doesn't worry about it we will take you guide sightseeing tours to the Kathmandu Durbar Square; the old Royal Palace Complex where you will able to see Kumari; the living goddess of Nepal! In the evening, we will take you to the typical Nepal restaurant for dinner. Stay over night at the hotel in Kathmandu.
Today after breakfast, check out hotel and drive to Bhaktapure Durbar Square, city the best preserved medieval Malla Principality where you will one of the tallest temples in the Kathmandu Valley, Palace with interesting wooden carvings. After wonderful time in Bhaktapur you will drive to hill way to Nagarkot with nice view of agriculture land. Nagarkot in one of the best view point of the Mountain range include Mt Everest. If the weather is good you would see best sunset. Stay over night at the hotel in Nagerknot.
Today an early morning after breakfast you will pick up from your hotel and take you to the Tourist bus station by our office representative. The drive goes through the scenic countryside to the Chitwan National Park. On arrival hotel representative will pick you up and transfer to the hotel. Check in hotel and short rest. After lunch you will have one of the safari activities for couple hours. Back to hotel and in the evening you will have Slight Show or Tharu Cultural Dance. Stay overnight at the hotel.
after wonderful time in Chitwan Naional Park you will transfer to the Tourist bus park for your day countryside drive to the Lakeside town of Pokhara. On arrival you will pick up and transfer to the hotel by our hotel representative in Pokhara. After refreshment you will have short walking tours around the Lakes with your guide. Stay over night at the hotel in Pokhara.
After your breakfast trek onwards further crossing the mountain desert scenery with upper Mustang part with some mountain view and reached at Muktinath. This is an important pilgrimage for both Buddhists with a Gompa and Hindus with a Temple. This is a very old and tradition village from Mountain, all houses looks Tibetan types of houses and old Monastery. Explore the area and enjoy the view. Feel differentiate in Nepalese life style and landscapes as well. Overnight at teahouse lodge.
Early morning wake up with a divine sound of temple bell, after breakfast easy trek down to Eklaybhatti the trail descends very quickly to the valley floor. The descent is through a dramatic, arid landscape all the way to Jomsom. After few hours walking from Eklaybhatti you will get to Jomsom. After some time rest in the hotel you be ready for short walk around Jomsom include Jomsom Eco-mountain Museum. Stay over night at the hotel.
An early morning, you will pick up from hotel for short fly back to Pokhara. On arrival you will transfer to the hotel. After refreshment you will be ready for day guided sightseeing tours to Cave, Waterfall, Temple and Museum. Stay overnight at the hotel in Pokhara.
After wonderful time in Safar and short trekking in the mountain you drive back to Kathmandu. On arrival you will pick up from bus station transfer to hotel. Stay overnight at the hotel.
Today after breakfast, you will transfer to the international airport for your fly to next destination.
"Trekking Planner will try to keep day-to-day schedule as per the detailed itinerary but there might be some flexibility due to other factors beyond our control. A variety of factors, including adverse weather conditions, natural disasters, difficulty with transportation and politics can lead to enforced changes. So, it is not possible to guarantee as per the itinerary. In the case, the trip leader will manage it to minimize your inconvenience." We wish you have a wonderful time with us!
Nepal Himalayas Tour is consider as easy but trekking in Himalaya means uphill and downhill walking in remote part. You must be healthy and fit to make your mind you can trek minimum 4-5 hours.


Visordown is reporting today that Honda has announced that the company will have a battery-powered two-wheeler (notice the absence of the word motorcycle) available to corporate customers in 2010. However, if you're a loyal A&R reader (as you damn well better be), you of course know that this announcement isn't anything new. What is interesting though, is how Honda plans to stick their toe into the electric waters.
There's been a lot of talk in the auto industry lately about electric cars, and moving to fully electric platforms. Quietly, motorcycle companies have seen the writing on the wall, and have been exploring electric two-wheel applications for new models. KTM has promised to bring an electric bike by this time in 2010, and Quantya has an electric dirt bike, the Strada already available for purchase.
Not to be left out on this one, Honda has announced that it has partnered with Yuasa to bring an electric bike line-up to their model range by the year 2010.
"Honda is currently developing a battery-powered electric motorcycle which emits no CO2 during operation. The company is aiming to introduce this electric motorcycle to the market about in two years from now," says Takeo Fukui, Chairman and CEO of Honda Motor Co. "History shows that motorcycles remain strong in a difficult market environment and have always supported Honda in difficult times," he adds.
Yuasa, maker of most motorcycle batteries (check yours), will be responsible for the development of the high-performance lithium-ion batteries necessary for the electric motorcycles. The two companies will jointly set up a research and development center, and a battery manufacturing facility near Kyoto in Japan. This joint venture is being funded to the tune of $18.5 million, with Honda holding a 49% stake in the company, and the rest being held by Yuasa.


@Talen It'd be recommended to make your own thread instead of "hijacking" someone elses for a issue unrelated to the OP's.
A3 Launcher downloading/installing mods on C drive instead of ArmA 3 installation directory/drive.
@Daniel You will have to manually move them.
Weird error, never had it before.
Launcher patch has fixed crashes. Thread locked.


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package robot.commands.autonomous;

import edu.wpi.first.wpilibj.DriverStation;
import robot.commands.CommandBase;

public class AutonomousDragBallCommand extends CommandBase {

    public AutonomousDragBallCommand(){
        requires(pickupSubsystem);
    }

    protected void initialize() {
        pickupSubsystem.updatePistonState(false);
    }

    protected void execute() {
        pickupSubsystem.updatePistonState(true);
        pickupSubsystem.updateRoller(false, false, true);
    }

    protected boolean isFinished() {
        //We're finished if we're not in autonomous
        return !DriverStation.getInstance().isAutonomous();
    }

    protected void end() {
    }

    protected void interrupted() {
    }

}

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