I feel like it's been ages since I've baked cookies. And you know what… it has. I've made a few bars in the recent past, but not cookies. You see, I have this bad habit. I like cookie dough. No, I LOVE cookie dough. I just can't be trusted with cookie dough or cookies in the house, so I need an occasion or an event to bring them to. Finally, I found one. A trip to the lake with my parents, The Boy, & little brother, seemed like the perfect reason to bake.
These cookies were the classic oatmeal chocolate chip. Chewy & soft, with the melted chocolate chips inside. Perfect combination of sweet & healthy (oats = healthy… right?). These were a big hit on the lake, with everyone gobbling up more than a few. I saved a couple balls of dough in the freezer to bake on demand… and a lot of them were enjoyed unbaked too!
In a large bowl, cream together the butter and the sugars until mixture is light in color. Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the milk and the vanilla extract.
In a medium bowl, stir together the flour, baking soda, baking powder and salt. Either by hand or with the mixer on low speed, gradually beat the flour in to the sugar mixture until just incorporated. Stir in the oats and chocolate chips by hand.
Drop 1-inch balls of dough onto the cookie sheet, placing about 1 1/2 inches apart so they have room to spread. Bake at 350F for 10-13 minutes, until golden brown at the edges and light golden at the center.
Cool on baking sheet for at least 1-2 minutes before transfering to a wire rack to cool completely.
Wow, these look amazing. I can't wait to make them next weekend. I am sure they will be delicious like everything else you cook/bake.
These cookies look great! I'm definitely making them this weekend!
I bake a lot of cookies, but oatmeal choc. chip are always my favorite!


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Ben S. Bernanke, Michael T. Kiley, and John M. Roberts | In low-rate environments, policy strategies that involve holding rates "lower for longer" (L4L) may mitigate the effects of the effective lower bound (ELB). However, these strategies work in part by managing the public's expectations, which is not always realistic. Using the Fed's large-scale macroeconometric model, we study the effectiveness of L4L policies when financial market participants are forward-looking but other agents are not. We find that the resulting limited ability to manage expectations reduces but does not eliminate the advantages of L4L policies. The best policies provide adequate stimulus at the ELB while avoiding sizable overshoots of inflation and output.


I wonder how many times I've used that as a title for an image…Oh well.
Day 84 of 365 is another shadow photo. This time I really liked the way the streetlight was casting this shadow on the side of our house.
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Mike Whaley: Rekindling a lost Tiger passion
By Mike WhaleySports Clips
Before too long, local basketball fans might be calling the Farmington High girls' program the Comeback Kids.
It would be an impressive comeback.
Given its recent history, Farmington girls' basketball could use some good news. Gary Noyes Jr. is the fourth coach in five years for a team coming off a 2-16 season and has made just one playoff appearance (2003) in the last seven years.
There was a time when the Tigers were a regular postseason participant, at one stretch making 14 straight tournaments. That all ended after the 1999-2000 season and since then it's been pretty bleak for the black and orange.
Try this on for size: seven Class M wins in four years, including a winless 2003-04 season.
But thanks to a rejuvenated youth program, the Tigers could be back in business.
Former high school coach Cheryl Peabody, who guided Farmington out of obscurity in the late 1980s and to its only championship appearance in 1989, was enticed by Henry Wilson Memorial School Principal Butch Lewis to coach the girls middle school team five years ago.
That brought Peabody back into the fold, and from there she has waded in with the Farmington youth hoop program. She is currently the director of the Farmington 500 Boys & Girls Club's girls' youth basketball program.
Back in the day when Peabody was a Tiger coach, she was very involved with the youth programs, as were her players. When she left in the mid-1990s, there was still a vibrant program, but the high school coaches who followed her did not maintain much involvement and the program slowly eroded. That fallout became apparent as the 21st century unfolded. A once respected program had fallen by the wayside.
Peabody, who now lives in Milton and is an assistant principal in the Barrington School District, is excited about Farmington girls' basketball and feels strongly it will make a comeback.
"The girls are motivated to learn," she said. "They now see where they want the program to go."
Peabody says consistency in the program has helped it flourish at the lower levels. This past summer, four different age levels played in leagues, meaning there were 35 to 40 girls between the ages of 8 and 16 playing basketball. Last month, an impromptu clinic with the UNH women's basketball team drew 35 girls. This winter, in addition to the Saturday morning program, there will be two travel teams.
Former players now living in the community have stepped to the plate and played key roles in making sure the program stays strong. They include Jenn Kuehl, Tarsha Doyle, Jessica Squires and Dawn Weeks. Janet Clement and Mike Whitehouse are others who have lent their time and expertise to the program.
In addition, the 500 Boys & Girls Club took over the program a while back and has gone out of its way to support its growth.
Peabody would like to see the same consistency with the high school program. "It's hard to build when as a rule it takes three years for a coach to build a team," she says. "When there's a revolving door the kids don't know what's happening. Kids will walk through fire if they know you care. They will do anything for you because they know you will do the same for them. But it's hard to build up trust if there's a different person every year."
If Noyes is here to stay, he will need to embrace his position as varsity coach and take an interest in the youth program. He says that is his intention.
Peabody's bubbling enthusiasm for Farmington hoops is genuine. "I love helping with the little ones," she says. "What I've done well is surround myself with good people. You need a good core of people to support you. It's like a basketball team. We're a team, too. We have the same goals in mind."
Which just might be a winning mindset.
Mike Whaley is the assistant sports editor for Foster's Daily Democrat. You may reach him at 742-4455, Ext. 5512, or by e-mail at mwhaleyfosters.com.

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It was narrated that Abu Umaamah al-Baahili (may Allaah be pleased with him) said: I heard the Messenger of Allaah (peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him) say: "Read the Qur'aan, for it will come on the Day of Resurrection and intercede for its companions…" Narrated by Muslim, 804.
This hadeeth is indicative of the virtue of reading the Qur'aan, and the great reward that it brings, and tells us that it will intercede for its companions on the Day of Resurrection for them to enter Paradise.
The fasting person should recite Qur'aan a great deal during these blessed days and nights, for reading Qur'aan during Ramadaan is more special than in other months.
He should make the most of his time in the blessed month in which Allaah revealed the Qur'aan.
Reading Qur'aan in the nights of Ramadaan is something special, for the night is free of distractions and it is easier to focus the mind, thus a person can focus on what he is reading and try to understand it. And Allaah is the One Whose help we seek.
It was proven that Jibreel (peace be upon him) used to meet with the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him) every night in Ramadaan and study the Qur'aan with him. If dhikr were superior to the Qur'aan or equal to it, they would have recited dhikr all the time or some of the time during their frequent meetings. This hadeeth shows us that it is mustahabb to study the Qur'aan in Ramadaan and to gather to do so, and to practise reciting Qur'aan in front of one who has more knowledge of it.
The righteous salaf of this ummah used to recite Qur'aan a great deal during Ramadaan. When they fasted they would sit in the mosques and say, Let us guard our fast and not backbite about anyone. They would recite Qur'aan in prayer and at other times.
'Uthmaan (may Allaah be pleased with him) used to read the entire Qur'aan once a day.
Some of the salaf used to complete it when praying qiyaam every three nights.
Some of them used to complete it every seven nights, and some every ten.
In Ramadaan al-Shaafa'i used to complete it sixty times at times other than prayer.
Al-Aswad used to read the whole Qur'aan every two nights in Ramadaan.
Qutaadah used to complete the Qur'aan every seven days all the time, and in Ramadaan every three days, and in the last ten days every night.
These reports about the salaf are well known.
Al-Haafiz Ibn Rajab (may Allaah have mercy on him) said: It was narrated that it is not allowed to read the Qur'aan in less than three days as a habit, but in times of virtue, such as the month of Ramadaan – especially during the nights in which Laylat al-Qadr is sought, or in places of virtue such as Makkah for non-residents who go there, it is mustahabb to read Qur'aan a great deal, seeking to make the most of the virtue of that time or place. This is the view of Ahmad, Ishaaq and other imams, and this is indicated by the actions of others as stated above.
The one who reads Qur'aan must observe the proper etiquette, including having a sincere intention towards Allaah.
The etiquette of reading includes not breaking off to speak to anyone. Many people sit to read with others next to them, and they often break off to speak to their neighbour. This is not appropriate because it is turning away from reading unnecessarily.
The one who is reading should act in accordance with the Qur'aan, regard as halaal that which it permits and as haraam that which it forbids, so that the Qur'aan will testify for him on the Day of Resurrection and will intercede for him to enter Paradise.
Source: Ahkaam al-Siyaam by al-Fawzaan, p. 63.


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We're back for Trailer Park Podcast 92! Join Daniel, Nathan, Chelsea, Amanda and the Intern for our annual Christmas episode where we deliberate and declare the Ultimate Trailer Park Podcast lineup for 2017. Our Headliner comes to us from a galaxy far, far away as Star Wars: The Last Jedi arrives to devastate the December box office. Downsizing is in the 2 hole and stars Matt Damon as a guy who gets small in Alexander Payne's latest offering. The fulcrum of 92 is the ultimate "slay" ride, Once Upon a Time at Christmas. In the 4 spot is Bright starring Will Smith and Joel Edgerton in a fantasy cop buddy drama comedy thing from Netflix. The five hole brings us the swan song of Daniel Day Lewis as he teams up once again with writer/director Paul Thomas Anderson in Phantom Thread before riding off into the sunset to retire with his satchel full of Oscars. Stick around for the Roundtable and the Intern Archive Update.


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Nov 02, 2015 • By Kevin Hunt
New life for the mighty Pillsbury A Mill
"In point of elegance it will probably excel anything yet attempted."
Elegance.
Not a word you normally associate with a flour mill.
But that's what The Northwestern Miller newspaper said about the Pillsbury A Mill, on April 29, 1881, just about two months before it began producing flour on the banks of the Mississippi River in Minneapolis.
But it was unique. Then, and now (as I'll show you, below).
Upon its completion, The Pillsbury A Mill it was the world's largest and most technologically-advanced mill, surpassing the size of Cadwallader Washburn's new mill across the river, built a year before (Washburn's company was the predecessor to General Mills. Pillsbury was eventually acquired by General Mills in 2001).
The mill looked impressive on the outside. It was six-story cube of blue limestone, with foundation walls 8 ½ feet thick.
But on the inside, make no mistake – it was a flour factory that produced bags and barrels at a torrid pace.
In the Pillsbury A Mill's nomination document to the National Register of Historic Places, it's written that it went from a 4,000 barrel-a-day capacity in 1882, to an average daily capacity of 17,500 at its peak, years later.
Put it this way, 17,500 barrels would give you enough 25 lb. flour sacks to form a line that would go for more than 60 miles.
Lori Sturdevant recounts in her book, "The Pillsburys of Minnesota," that more than a hundred railroad carloads of wheat were once delivered to the mill every day. Water wheels, taking in the Mississippi's current through a canal dug underneath, powered the machines that milled the flour.
The mill didn't have electricity, inside, until the 1950s, but in its early years it was known for its electric lights on the outside. Sturdevant writes that those lights on the Minneapolis riverfront "gave the Pillsbury A the look of an illuminated castle, and was such an attraction on summer evenings that a door-keeper was hired to 'keep snoopy tourists out.'"
As the decades passed and the milling industry declined, the A Mill's regal presence in Minneapolis remained. It continued to produce flour until 2003, even though its condition had deteriorated considerably.
A developer bought the mill, intending to restore it for higher-end condos. But those plans fell through.
In 2011, the National Trust for Historic Preservation included the Pillsbury A Mill on its list of the 11 Most Endangered Places.
Its future was unsettled until another developer, Dominium, came forward in 2013 with a new plan to create affordable housing inside, and to preserve the Pillsbury complex – a site that includes the A Mill, a cleaning house, a warehouse and the Red Tile Elevator (rooftop home to the iconic "Pillsbury's Best Flour" sign, which was just renovated and turned back on, on Nov. 2).
For the last two years or so Dominium, with BKV Group, has been working to provide the Pillsbury A Mill block with a remarkable new look and a noble new purpose.
The company's project is nearly complete.
It's now a property collectively referred to as the A-Mill Artist Lofts, with 251 affordable apartments solely for artists (along with numerous rooms where they can work on their art and also foster connections with each other).
I toured the renovated Pillsbury buildings last month with David Lepak, the property's community manager. I've shared some of what I saw, and part of an interview with Lepak, in this video.
Anyone who worked in the A Mill or part of the Pillsbury complex, from 1881 to 2003, would hardly recognize the interior of the buildings today, aside from their limestone or brick walls, or steel or wooden beams.
But for the new occupants on the historic block, living and working in a state-of-the art and environmentally-friendly property, those decades-old walls and beams now provide a visible reminder of what the buildings used to be.
"We wanted to provide history and an opportunity for artists to live affordably," says Lepak. "This project was a great way to marry the two things – the history of Pillsbury and feeding your body, with a way to now feed your soul with art."
Because of how the development was funded, artists of many kinds, subject to an approval process, are able to pay vastly lower rent for a mix of studios and one, two, three and four-bedroom lofts in the Pillsbury complex.
The additional rooms they have access to for their artistic pursuits include a dance studio, their most popular for reservations so far.
Also, they designed private or group workspaces for pottery, multimedia, painting, music, culinary arts and photography to name a few.
And, a club room on the top floor, leading to a rooftop deck with a spectacular view of downtown Minneapolis.
On my tour, Lepak also made sure to stress some parts of Dominium's preservation of Pillsbury's history on the property.
First, they are restoring the sub-basement of the mill for hydroelectric heating and cooling, as you saw in the video and in the photo below. The improvements will make the property Gold LEED certified. Dominium will wrap up that work under the mill by the end of the year.
"To think of what went into that when the mill opened, the planning and the engineering to do it originally, is mind-blowing. And to be able to showcase and use that again is great," says Lepak.
The design, in one hallway, also includes some curious circles carved out onto the floor. They are meant to signify the mill's many flour ducts, Lepak says, that went from floor to floor.
As more of an oddity of the times, Dominium also left a "Humphrey Lift" intact for viewing by the residents. It was an elevator of sorts that A Mill workers would hop on and hang onto for an unconventional ride through the six floors of the building.
And, if you walk by the back of the A Mill you'll see what Lepak refers to as a "sunken garden." It's where a formerly attached building used to stand, where railcars were loaded and unloaded.
"Rather than just excavating the space and disposing of everything there, it was an archeological dig that restored those train and rail artifacts so that we can display them and people can see them," Lepak says.
The A-Mill Artist Lofts offer one of the most unique addresses for an apartment, for sure.
While Pillsbury no longer has an ownership connection to the company's historic property – and even its iconic sign high above the Minneapolis riverfront – the people who will live there can't help but feel a strong tie to its past, every day, as they forge its future.
Today, with its new look and new purpose, the Pillsbury A Mill is as elegant as ever.
Editor's note: This video from Dominium highlights the artists now living in the mill.
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BIG SANDY -- Big Sandy native and longtime resident Norma Lucille (Krumsick) Ophus, 72, of Big Sandy, died of natural causes Saturday at a Big Sandy Medical Center.
Her funeral is 11 a.m. Thursday at the Big Sandy High School Gymnasium, with burial in Big Sandy Cemetery, followed by a potluck fellowship luncheon at the Jerry Martin Memorial Hall on Main Street in Big Sandy. Holland and Bonine Funeral Home in Havre is handling arrangements.
BIG SANDY - Norma Lucille (Krumsick) Ophus, 72, died Saturday, July 12, 2003, at a Big Sandy medical center of natural causes.
School gymnasium with the Rev. Peter Guthneck officiating, with a committal service following at the Big Sandy Cemetery. A potluck fellowship luncheon will follow the interment at the Jerry Martin Memorial Hall on Main Street in Big Sandy.
Memorials in Norma's honor may be made to the Big Sandy Medical Center, P.O. Box 530, Big Sandy, MT 59520; the Big Sandy Fire and Ambulance Service, P.O. Box 476, Big Sandy, MT 59520; or to a person's choice.
Services and arrangements are under the direction of Holland and Bonine Funeral Home in Havre.
Norma was born Feb. 12, 1931, to William and Gwendolyn (Remington) Krumsick in Big Sandy. She attended school in Big Sandy and graduated from Big Sandy High School in 1949.
On June 12, 1949, she married Laurence Ophus at the Lone Tree Hall in a surprise ceremony that was to be their wedding shower. Since 1979, she and Laurence wintered in Yuma, Ariz., and made lasting friends with fellow "snowbirds" from all over the United States and Canada.
Norma was a member of the VFW Auxiliary, the Methodist Church, and the Women's International Bowling Congress. She was skilled at crochet, making many beautiful dolls and afghans for her home and family through her years. She also enjoyed dancing, bowling, beadwork, playing cards, washoe, camping, classic car jaunts in their 1962 Chevy car or pickup, her many friends, and most especially her family.
Norma was preceded in death by her parents, William and Gwendolyn (Remington) Krumsick and parents-in-law, Anton and Pearl Ophus.
Survivors include her husband, Laurence Ophus of Big Sandy; sister, Wilma (Pat) Welty of Big Sandy; son, Larry (Verla) Ophus of Big Sandy; daughters, Nora (Doug) Grubb of Big Sandy, Dar (Thadd) Gifford and Karolee (Roger) Pearson, both of Great Falls, and Dede (Monte) Reichelt of Havre; 14 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren, with two more expected.


This time we meet Mantel Amey, an Artist, actress, singer and Promotional Model.
She was born in Durham, N.C, she currently lives in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, but she has lived in several places, Germany, Hawaii, Georgia to name a few. When she was growing up, she only saw men smoking cigars especially at her Grandfather's house. She never saw the ladies smoke them. When she tried her first cigar, she fell in love.
When did you start smoking cigars? 2) Do you have a favorite size? 3) When does your first cigar of the day start? 4) What is the cigar for you? 5) What is used to cut the cigar? 6) Do you have a special place to smoke? 7) How many cigars do you smoke per day?
1. I had my first cigar in 2015. A friend of mine suggested that I try a cigar, it was so random. I remember thinking I've rarely seen women smoke cigars. And I'm a rebel, so I tried it. I'll never forget how I fell in love with the aroma and the feeling it gave me, it was so relaxing. My friend seemed to fall in love with the sight of me enjoying that cigar, because he made sure he brought me one every chance he got. We would just wander off and smoke together.
The cigar size that I like most is size 46 and up, I prefer the bigger gages , the bigger the better.
My first cigar starts in the evening, usually after work. It's so nice to unwind with a cigar and a nice glass of wine after a productive day.
I smoke Ashton Cabinet Selection #4 , it's a mild cigar, smooth but it has a nice punch to it.
I got from Ashton's Cigar Bar. That's my favorite place to smoke. It's a classy spot, with great ambiance. There you get to mingle with people from all walks of life , from the occasional cigar smoker to the avid cigar connoisseurs.
I usually smoke one cigar per day, unless It's a long night, then I'll have 2.
Thank you very much Mantel for your time. Keep smokin.


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There are several motels, trailer parks, and apartments in Redding where families live and struggle to raise their children. At most of these locations there are no parks or after school programs within walking distance and the children have only the parking lot in which to play. Their lives are affected by substance abuse, transiency and unemployment.
But this is changing at many locations. Since August 2007, Eagles Soar Youth Activity Center (ESYAC) has served the families living at various locations. A volunteer staff of teachers, college and high school students, and retirees run an after school and summer program in collaboration with community agencies, private individuals, businesses and churches. A community garden is growing in the empty lot in front of the Capri Motel. The teachers of "ESYAC kids" at Redding Elementary School District, Enterprise Elementary District, Gateway District and Shasta Union High School District know there is someone they can contact to provide academic support when our kids are struggling. Parents get rides from our team members so they can attend teacher conferences and school performances. In the summer time, kids get to leave the motel and head out of town for adventures such as kayaking, berry picking, fishing, gold panning, spelunking, swimming, and more!
We are a non-profit 501(c)(3) under Mosaic Ministries (see History section below). Our Mission is to provide at-risk children and their families the support to succeed and the opportunity to believe through programs of tutoring, mentoring, and adventuring.
for every child…life in all its fullness.
for every heart… the will to make it so. (World Vision)
to provide at-risk children and their families the support to succeed and the opportunity to believe so that they may realize their full, God-given potential through a program of tutoring, mentoring, and adventuring.
Our Goals:
♦ to guide each child in realizing his/her unique identity and destiny.
♦ to support the development of communities of believers whose transformed lives enable them to communicate the Gospel in word and deed.
♦ to provide a training ground for volunteers from all churches and backgrounds where we support one another in discovering and developing our unique gifts through which we share the transforming love of God in Christ.
♦ to be an effective model of ministry which can be replicated at other sites throughout Redding and beyond.
♦ the ministry of presence. As our Lord came and dwelt among us so we seek to embody Jesus' love by joining with these families where they live, working together to meet the spiritual and academic needs of the children and coming alongside the parents with the love and support they need without "enabling" them – the healing power and authority of Christ to transform lives.
♦ community…We are all together in this endeavor as equally precious and unique members of a team who convey His goodness and kind purposes. God's love inspires us to persevere as a team through disappointments, setbacks and surprises to pursue increasingly effective ministry.
Eagles Soar Youth Activity Center History
In December 2003, the Record Searchlight devoted a section covering the life of a seven year old girl who lived with her family in a single room motel in downtown Redding. God used her story to touch Joanie Griffin's heart, founder of ESYAC, and to move her into realizing a desire she had for many years—to see the establishment of on-site ministries where at-risk children and their families could receive the support to succeed and the opportunity to believe.
The dream was to see a "Motel Ministry" in which the churches of Redding would reach out to the poor of Redding through the establishment of on-site centers located in motel rooms. There are 7 motels throughout Redding where families who are homeless raise their children. There are no parks within walking distance of these motels and children have only the parking lot to play in. Parents who struggle with substance abuse, mental illness, transience, and unemployment limit their ability to be involved in their children's education and to provide enriching life experiences. The dream is for these sites to become centers of support where volunteer staff would befriend the parents and provide key elements the children need to succeed–tutoring, mentoring, and adventuring. These volunteers would also serve as liaisons between home and school, helping the families and teachers connect with one another.
In the spring of 2005, God opened the way for this dream to be realized. Mosaic Ministries, a non-profit started by All Saints Episcopal Church and St. James Lutheran Church, welcomed ESYAC into their organization. We joined them as partners in fulfilling their mission–"Following Jesus outside the walls". Eagles Soar Youth Activity Center (ESYAC) was established. Within a month of being a non-profit we received our first donation —an unsolicited $5,000 to cover our insurance from an anonymous donor.
In addition to Mosaic, two other organizations were key to the birthing of this ministry—Aglow International and Bethel Church. Aglow intercessors prayed for breakthroughs in many instances: from favor with the owner who granted us rooms to use rent free to the rescue of children in crisis. Bethel Church ushered us into relationships with the people. Their volunteers, who had been serving hot lunch at several sites around the city for 7 years, had built bonds of trust and respect with the residents at the California Apartments. Eventually we were accepted by the residents and able to start this ministry.
A multi- church team and Simpson University students now carry on this ministry. Over 70 people from all walks of life and several local businesses have given their time, talent and money to be used by God to make a difference in the lives of those caught in the cycle of poverty.
We have been serving the families at the California Apartments and Capri Motel for over nine years now. Under the leadership of Patti Brent, our Homework Club runs each Tuesday and Thursday afternoon, serving up to 28 kids through a volunteer team who range in age from 16 to 75. Families receive a food delivery weekly from local churches. Many teens have been connected with mentors through "Project 18". A community garden is growing in the empty lot in front of the Capri Motel. The teachers of "our kids" at local school districts know there is someone they can contact for help. Parents get rides from our team members so that they can attend teacher conferences and school plays. In the summer time kids get to leave the motel and head out for adventures–kayaking, berry picking, fishing, gold panning, spelunking, swimming, etc!
This ministry aims to express the heart of God. Jesus came to our world and dwelt among us. He said, "Peace be with you; as Thou didst send Me into the world I also have sent them (us) into the world." (John 17:18) This ministry seeks to embody Jesus' love by joining with these families where they live, offering them the support to succeed and the opportunity to believe through programs of tutoring, mentoring, and adventuring.
Does your heart see another location where Jesus is looking for people to establish a ministry among at-risk kids and their families? We would love to help you discover what God has in mind. E-mail us at info@esyac.com
Mosaic Ministries is a non-profit organization in Redding, CA


If you are interested in purchasing a Ford Fusion, you should consider spending the extra $400 or so to get remote access. This useful item gives you access to your vehicle without your keys, allowing you to unlock or even find your Focus using any Smartphone.
When purchasing a new Ford Fusion, you have to talk to your dealership to ensure that you get this option installed. It will be covered under your New Vehicle Warranty and is subject to whatever terms are included on it and decided on by you and your dealer.
Purchasing one allows you to install the app that not only lets you unlock, lock, start, and find your vehicle, but also includes alerts if it is under the threat of being stolen. The automatic alarm will go off if this is the case, protecting your car and alerting you of the danger. If interested in this item, please don't hesitate to come on down to Luther Family Ford to talk about remote access on your Ford Fusion.
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Q: htaccess issue with multiple wordpress installed in root and subdirectory I have installed 2 wordpress site in one host. Originally I have installed it in root folder, for some reason I need to install another wordpress site separately in a subfolder which later on I will going to link it in a subdomain. While I have sucessfully Installed the new wordpress, however I have  an issue with my htacccess.
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Former Mossad officer describes Zygier affair as 'scandalous'
February 25, 2013 by Joseph Fitsanakis 5 Comments
A former member of Israeli spy agency Mossad, who claims to have worked in the same covert-operations unit as Ben Zygier, has described the latter's incarceration and subsequent death as "scandalous". The Australian-born Zygier was a Mossad officer several years before he was placed in solitary confinement following his arrest in Israel, in February 2010. Known to the outside world only as 'Prisoner X', he allegedly killed himself in his cell a few months later. Earlier this month, when an Australian television program identified 'Prisoner X' as Zygier, the Australian government admitted it had been aware of its citizen's incarceration and death, but chose not to extend to him diplomatic support. So far, the Mossad, Israel's foremost covert-action agency, has remained silent on the matter. But a former Mossad operative, who uses the name Michael Ross, has weighed in with his opinion. Ross was born in Canada and converted to Judaism before joining the Mossad for 13 years, seven of which he claims to have spent in the same covert-operations unit as Zygier. Although he never met his Australian-born colleague, Ross wrote in The Daily Beast in the weekend that he and Zygier "were in the field at the same time, albeit in different units". In his article, the former Mossad spy dismisses allegations that Zygier may have betrayed his employer, saying that he has seen no evidence that the Australian-born Jew was not dedicated to the mission of the Mossad. He argues that the circumstances surrounding Zygier's incarceration in solitary confinement were "scandalous", because the jailed spy presented "no danger to the public". Instead, says the former spy, Zygier could have been dismissed from the spy service and placed under house arrest for as long as it would have been necessary for the accusations against him to be "dealt with internally". Instead, Zygier's treatment did not serve the public interest and bears "all the worst elements of legal expediency excused by national security interests", claims Ross. The former Mossad operative, who now lives in Canada, also accuses Zygier's Mossad commanders of compromising him by sending him to Australia on numerous occasions to alter his name and passport, something which must have alerted the Australian authorities. Ross also criticizes the "churlish and clearly vindictive behavior" of the Australian Security Intelligence Organisation, which is believed to have leaked Zygier's name to the Australian journalist. Zygier was arrested in Israel after the journalist exposed him. "It is painfully obvious" that Zygier was betrayed by both Israel and Australia, concludes Ross, "each in their own reckless way".
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5 Responses to Former Mossad officer describes Zygier affair as 'scandalous'
baloon says:
michael ross was a cia spy who infiltrated the mossad
Ronald Thomas West says:
One can only wonder what Zygier might have stumbled on relevant to the criminal ventures tied to MOSSAD, silencing witnesses is nothing new in the seamier side of intel-ops. Iran-Contra had credible allegations of MOSSAD ties to narcotics trafficking associated with that criminal venture, Marc Rich ultimately claimed he was cooperating with MOSSAD related to his oil business and Iran. It is fair to raise the question of whether he'd stumbled on something that sealed his fate from the inside, even if with Zygier dead, likely we will never know-
mopsie says:
The guy was never charged, never tried, and died under suspicious circumstances. I cannot understand why his own FAMILY didnt insist on an INDEPENDENT autopsy. maybe like abraham, they are willing to sacrifice their own son without questioning why he had to die.
carlclark1331 says:
C'est la vie, when dealing with the Mossad, they do not do half measures and protecting their secrets are paramount, since the murder of Gareth Williams their secrets are now known to many as he had cracked their coding system which incorporated archaic hebrew.
The stupity and cruelty of Mossad and the wider Israeli security and political establishment in Ben's very suspicious death is obvious.
Mossad operatives worldwide would be watching their backs more than usual due to the whole list of ways Ben's case was mishandled.
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For the players attending the 26th annual Women's Senior/Masters Racquetball Championships, "visit sunny Minnesota this January" was not as crazy a slogan as it sounds! Players arriving in the Twin Cities for the tournament held Jan 16-18, 2015 at the beautiful Fridley Lifetime Fitness Club were greeted by relatively warm weather and blue skies. Lifetime Fitness was a great site for the tournament, with plenty of racquetball courts and facilities including indoor pools, tennis courts, spas, running track, workout rooms and a full service café.
The tournament kicked off Thursday afternoon with a fun doubles event for arriving players, followed by a brief players' meeting during which the format and rules were explained by Tournament Director John Wilinski and the WSMRA Tournament Committee member Terry Rogers. The fun doubles is a traditional fund-raiser for Racquet for the Cure and this year we raised over $200 through player donations. Door Prizes for the event were donated by Wilson racquetball.
Big changes came to the tournament's format this year as competitive doubles divisions were added to the tournament. Round-robin play within age groups in both singles and doubles began early Friday morning. When not on the courts, players could enjoy food and drink at the hospitality table, use the club's amenities or watch the court action as all courts had glass back walls. The back-to-back match schedule meant that there was time for relaxing, shopping at the Mall of America or a trip to one of the many Twin Cities area museums and attractions. Some players who did not get enough action played ping-pong in the players lounge and some even ventured out onto the ice on nearby Moore Lake!
One highlight of the weekend was a visit from Dr. Bud Muehleisen, well known as the "father of racquetball" and a true legend in the sport. "Dr. Bud" graciously spent time mingling with the players, giving some tips and posing for numerous pictures. Shannon Wright and Kathleen Klukas from the United States Racquetball Foundation based in Minneapolis also came by to watch the action and socialize.
Every year it takes many volunteers to make the tournament a success, keep the courts on time, keep the scores and R2 updated, and run the silent auction. In addition to the WSMRA tournament committee of Terry Rogers, Merijean Kelley and Paula Sperling, players Kathy Zasucha, Nidia Funes, Pat Meyer and Carol Gellman provided invaluable assistance when not on the courts. As usual WSMRA photographer extraordinaire Tina Marchie set up the group photo and took pictures and videos all weekend.
A long-time tradition of this tournament is the silent auction, featuring merchandise generously provided by our sponsor Wilson Racquetball, as well as items donated by other organizations and individuals. This year $800 was raised and will be donated to the USAR Collegiate scholarship program and the United States Racquetball Foundation as we pay it forward to help insure the future of our sport.
The traditional Saturday night banquet was held on several of the clubs tennis courts. Arriving players were entertained with lovely live music by guitar player and singer Sergio Rosa. In a short program some of the many people who contributed so much to the success of the tournament were recognized, as well as players who came the farthest (and from warmer climes!)- Marie Gomar from Guatemala and Renee Fish from Florida; and the states with the largest attendance were also recognized: Minnesota had 19 while New York had 7. Mildred Gwinn and Stacy Cato received a special "snowflake" award for the puffiest coats! Tunes for dancing were spun by "DJ John", revealing another of our Tournament Director's many talents!
The party did not deter players from their continuing outstanding play on Sunday with championships on the line. A tough weekend of competition was wrapped up by early Sunday afternoon. 45+ Doubles and 55+ Singles were the last divisions to be decided. 45+ doubles was the largest division and in the 6 team playoff #1 seeded team Jean Halahan (NY)/Lynn Fonseca (GA) defeated #2 seed Cindy Tilbury (CA)/Marie Gomar (GT). Cindy then went right back on the court and in a close final match split with Linda Moore (NE) but took the match and the 55+ singles bracket over Linda on total points. Other initial WSMRA doubles champions decided on total points were: Cheryl Jones (MN)/Jessica Kisling (MN) over Carla Phillips (PA)/Vikki Pickard (PA) in 35+; Joleen Price (MN)/Page Kern (MN) over Judy Redding (NY)/Kathy Zasucha (NY) in 55+; and Merijean Kelley (CA)/Nidia Funes (CA) over Paula Sperling(NM)/Carol Gellman (NM) in 65+.
Singles brackets were all decided on total points. In 35 B/C Vikki Pickard (PA) defeated Jessica Kisling (MN); In 45 B/C it was Mary Softing (MN) over Robbie Mack (WI) and in 55 B/C Joanna Nache (NC) took first over Pat Meyer (NY). In 45+ Jean Halahan (NY) did not drop a game and won over Marie Gomar (GT); the same went for Kim Whalen (WI) who went undefeated in taking first over Cheryl Jones (MN). Other singles winners were Stacie Cato (NC) in 40+, Marsha Berry (KY) over Susan Schatz (MN) in 60+; Terry Rogers (NV) over Paula Sperling (NM) in 65+; and Mildred Gwinn (NC) over Marquita Molina (CA) in 70+.
The trial addition of the doubles divisions worked out very well and doubles will definitely be part of this tournament in the future. The success of the weekend was obvious as many players, including many first-timers said they'd be definitely be back for the 2016 tournament. The 27th Annual Tournament will be held January 15-17, 2016 in Tucson, AZ at the Tucson Racquet and Fitness Club. Play will include round-robin singles and doubles in age groups 35 and older. Singles will have open/A and B/C divisions to ensure great competition. You are never out of the draw at this round-robin tournament. You will have fun while making new friends and playing a lot of racquetball. Thanks to all who made the tournament a success, and especially to Terri Graham and Chris Evon of Wilson Racquetball for continued awesome support!
For a link to all results, lots of pictures and information on next year visit our web site www.wsmra.com and like the Women's Senior/Masters Racquetball Association on Facebook.


Last year's collaboration between UK duo Leftwing & Kody and Chicago's Robert Owens gets revisited with two remixes from wAFF and Mark Jenkyns. Formed in 2012, Leftwing & Kody established themselves as possibly one of the most distinguished acts to rise from the London scene, making regular Beatport Top 10 appearances plus a nomanation in DJ Mag's 2013 Best of British Awards for 'Best Breakthrough DJ'.
Having worked with some of house music's pioneers like Romanthony, Todd Terry and Roger Sanchez, this package sees a return to their collaboration with Robert Owens, known for his work with Fingers Inc. in the mid-1980s, with remixes from two of today's names.
Mark Jenkyns' remix of 'Fixation' employs firm kicks, claps and toms whilst spacy synths and the chopped vox together deliver an animated dancefloor focused cut. wAFF's 'I Wanna Be' is then a rhythmic number that pairs a medley of wooden percussion and cowbells with a low-end for a compelling groove. Meanwhile the 'I Wanna Fixation' original lays down a thunderous rolling bassline as Owens' voice resounds poignantly throughout.
It's out now on Lost Records.


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A: Since the accepted answer doesn't actually provide the desired effect, I'll post a correct method.
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Arriva bus strike: Manchester industrial action suspended as union members vote on new increased pay offer
A continuous all-out strike means there are currently no Arriva bus services running in Greater Manchester for the third consecutive week.
17th Aug 2022, 1:33pm
Bus passengers in Greater Manchester face severe disruption as employees at a major public transport operator have gone on strike over pay.
Staff at Arriva first walked out on Wednesday (20 July) for a period of continuous industrial action.
The strike is being supported by the Unite and GMB trade unions, which say their members have been offered a pay deal which is inadequate given spiralling prices and the cost of living crisis.
However, after four full weeks of industrial action the strikes are now being suspended for union members to vote on a new improved pay offer. That means they are returning to work on Thursday (18 August).
An Arriva NW bus depot
When is the strike and why?
The strike officially started at 2am on Wednesday (20 July) and is set to go on continuously until the industrial dispute over salaries is resolved.
It is not just Greater Manchester affected, with employees of Arriva across the North West going on strike.
A similar dispute with Arriva in West Yorkshire resulted in four weeks of strike action in June and July and then a second walk-out after initial pay deal talks broke down.
The unions involved say this industrial action has been a long time coming as pay rates for bus drivers had gradually got worse, while Arriva has expressed disappointment at the walk-out.
And after four full weeks of strike action there is an indication the dispute may be coming to an end. Industrial action was suspended on Wednesday (17 August) after Arriva tabled an offer of an one-year 11.1% pay deal.
This would be backdated to April and would benefit more than 2,000 people represented by Unite.
The move means drivers are set to return to work on Thursday (18 August) while two days of balloting is carried out. The result of the vote is expected on Friday afternoon (19 August), but Unite says it has recommended its members accept it.
The suspension of the industrial action came less than 24 hours after a pay deal put to Unite and GMB members was rejected in a ballot on Tuesday (16 August).
What does this mean for Greater Manchester bus passengers?
The strike has affected all of Arriva's usual bus services in Greater Manchester, with none of them being able to operate for four weeks. Arriva has told passengers wanting to travel on Thursday (18 August) to check out the timetable information for the day on its website here.
In Manchester the company runs the 10 service from Brookhouse to Manchester and the 263 buses from Altrincham to Manchester Piccadilly.
It also runs services including buses connecting Bolton and Wigan, a number of services in Sale and the 19 connecting Altrincham and Wythenshawe which also serves Manchester Airport.
Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) has produced a full list of the bus services affected. These are the 10, 18, 19, 34, 34A, 245, 247, 263, 280, 281, 282, 283, 284, 285, 286, 287, 288, 320, 352, 360, 362, 375, 385, 395, 534, 541 and 575 routes.
During the industrial action journey planning for the North West on the Arriva website and on the Arriva UK Bus app will be disabled.
The operator says it will be posting updates about the strike on social media and enquiries about local bus service and tickets should be directed to Arriva customer services by ringing 0344 800 44 11.
TfGM says it has tried to cover as many services as it can but a shortage of drivers has made this tricky. However, this page of TfGM's website indicates which alternative buses people should take during the strike.
Services 281 to 287, which serve Altrincham and surrounding areas and which are financially supported by TfGM, will be covered by an alternative operator in Goodwins, the transport body said.
However, in total some 20 bus services will not now be operating until the strike is over.
Arriva tickets of seven days or more that were purchased and activated before the date of the strike, and remain within their validity period will be accepted for travel at all stops on the Altrincham, Eccles and MediaCity UK, Manchester Airport and Trafford Park Metrolink lines.
These tickets are also valid at every tram stop within zone one of the Metrolink in Manchester city centre and any replacement bus services in operation on the Eccles and MediaCity UK line.
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What has been said about the strike?
Unite regional officer Dave Roberts said on Wednesday: "Following our members' very strong rejection of the company's offer yesterday evening, Arriva have seen sense and met the demands of our members by tabling an 11.1 per cent pay deal. Unite's negotiating team is recommending the offer be accepted and it is being put to members in a vote.
"The strike is suspended pending the outcome of the ballot and drivers are to return to work tomorrow to serve the needs of the community and public.
"The determination and resolve of our members has been solid throughout the industrial action and we thank those who have provided support and assistance to secure the offer from the company."
An Arriva spokesperson said: "Arriva North West is today able to confirm that following ongoing discussions in recent weeks, all parties have come to an agreement on an unprecedented pay deal for Arriva North West drivers.
"Following a meeting today, in which the agreement was reached, unions will now take this recommended offer to our colleagues.
"Furthermore, it has also been agreed that industrial action across Manchester will be suspended from 3am on Thursday 18 August and all parties will now work together to progress the pay offer.
"Arriva would like to thank our customers across the North West region, for their continued patience in recent weeks, during the extremely challenging strike period."
Throughout the dispute the unions have said that a substantially-increased pay offer has been needed from Arriva due to the cost of living crisis and the considerable squeeze on employees' finances.
The move to suspend strike action over the new deal came less than a day after a previous increased pay offer was roundly rejected by more than three quarters of those who voted, a result with Arriva said it was extremely disappointed by.
Previously there have been several weeks of intermittent clashes between the trade unions and Arriva over a number of issues.
These included a revised pay offer which GMB said was "poor" as it was just 0.4% higher than a rejected deal, the idea of returning to the negotiating table along with the arbitration service ACAS and dividends paid from Arriva UK's bus division to its German parent company Deutsche Bahn.
This last subject drew an angry response from the operator, which claimed the pay negotiations were unrelated to its shareholders.
What did Transport for Greater Manchester say?
TfGM's head of customer experience, Sean Dyball, said: "We understand the concern passengers will have and we want to reassure them that we're working closely with the operator to limit the disruption as much as possible.
"Unfortunately, due to current conditions and staff absences, we have not been able to secure replacements for all routes. Where we can, we have worked to prioritise routes with no or limited alternative transport options.
"We have travel information available on our website to help people make informed journey choices and to cycle or walk where possible, especially for shorter trips."
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Why haven't I found my passion?
All Topics ▸ Topic ▸ Family & People ▸ Personal Growth » Why haven't I found my passion?
I'm a 20 year old college student, and I am majoring in Biology on my way to a Bachelor of Science degree. I enjoy my major, as I do have some interest in Biology, but recently I have been feeling really down because I haven't found my true passion or calling. I am in my second semester of my 2nd year and I have no idea what I want to do with my degree when I am finished school. I also don't have a true hobby that I do everyday, nothing to call my passion. I love to play soccer, listening and finding new music, playing hockey, and a few other things, but nothing that I really spend my free time with. I look at my friends, and they all have something they do that defines them. My girlfriend is a varsity swimmer, and spends so much time doing it and she loves it, and it makes me incredibly jealous that others have found something they do all the time and that they love. Am I doing something wrong? Will I find a passion further down the road? Life is just so boring when I don't have something to really look forward to everyday. Any tips or suggestions to finding my passion?
What do you like to do? When you're bored, sitting at home, what do you wish you were doing?
You mentioned soccer, hockey, music. Those sound like hobbies to me.
What do you mean by finding your passion? What does passion mean to you?
You're only in your second year of studies. I graduated with my degree only to find out that although it was exciting, it was not really something that would ever help others. So, volunteer work, which I hope you find time to do, is where I found my passion. I returned to school for another degree, credentialing, etc. I'll never make a ton of money, but I love what I do. It may take years to find your passion, so don't give up. Volunteer!
The secret of finding ones passion is being willing to go out, and explore and experiment with new things outside themselves, in this great big old world.
Sitting around doing nothing gains nothing. Get out and try things you have never done, and interact with people you never knew existed.
I love a girl, I found some one is also loving her. I haven't told my love to her, but he does. One day I saw she scolding him, at that time I was happy. BUT TODAY I FOUND THAT the are talking something secretly, what should I do.
I found one verse of the song I've been looking for ! :) But still haven't found the song!! :mad: :( :confused: Here's the verse: "cause im mr mr lonely open up the door what did i see my baby with another man right infront of me"


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Q: ora-00604 : error occured at ecursive SQL level 1? I have java code written using Java 6 and ojdbc14.jar to connect to my oracle database and trying to get sequence id using below code:
long lNewAuditId = 0;

    Statement stmt = null;
    ResultSet result = null;

    try {
        stmt = argConnection.createStatement();
        result = stmt.executeQuery(SQL_NEXT_AUDIT_ID);

        if ( !result.next() )
            throw new DAOException("Error obtaining new Audit Id - no result");

        lNewAuditId = result.getLong(1);
        m_logger.debug("Next Audit Id: " + lNewAuditId);

    }
    catch (SQLException sqle)
    {
        throw new DAOException("Error getting next Audit id", sqle);
    }
    finally
    {
        // do not close the connection here
        close(result);
        close(stmt);
    }

I hope I am closing stmt properly. While running this code, I am facing the below issue:
java.sql.SQLException: ORA-01000: maximum open cursors exceeded

    at oracle.jdbc.driver.DatabaseError.throwSqlException(DatabaseError.java:112)
    at oracle.jdbc.driver.T4CTTIoer.processError(T4CTTIoer.java:331)
    at oracle.jdbc.driver.T4CTTIoer.processError(T4CTTIoer.java:288)
    at oracle.jdbc.driver.T4C8Oall.receive(T4C8Oall.java:745)
    at oracle.jdbc.driver.T4CStatement.doOall8(T4CStatement.java:207)
    at oracle.jdbc.driver.T4CStatement.executeForRows(T4CStatement.java:957)
    at oracle.jdbc.driver.OracleStatement.executeMaybeDescribe(OracleStatement.java:1062)
    at oracle.jdbc.driver.T4CStatement.executeMaybeDescribe(T4CStatement.java:841)
    at oracle.jdbc.driver.OracleStatement.doExecuteWithTimeout(OracleStatement.java:1134)
    at oracle.jdbc.driver.OracleStatement.executeQuery(OracleStatement.java:1274)

A: If you see the underlying error, it says:

ORA-01000: maximum open cursors exceeded

Oracle throws this error when it can't allocate a cursor to your query. In the context of Java, cursor is mapped to resultSet object, so this typically means you have a resultSet leak somewhere in your application.
In the above example, close() method is called in finally block, and assuming it closes the resultSet (by invoing close method on resultSet object), you might need to look at the other areas of application and find out where resultSet or preparedStatement is not closed after executing the query.
If you have dba access, you can use the following query to get the open cursors:
select max(a.value) as highest_open_cur, p.value as max_open_cur
from v$sesstat a, v$statname b, v$parameter p
where a.statistic# = b.statistic#
and b.name = 'opened cursors current'
and p.name= 'open_cursors'
group by p.value;


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Video: Two escape sinking tugboat in Portsmouth
Oct 24, 2012 at 12:22 PM Oct 24, 2012 at 3:55 PM
PORTSMOUTH — Two occupants of a sinking tugboat escaped to safety Wednesday in the waters off the Memorial Bridge construction project.
Video courtesy Bruce Addison.
PORTSMOUTH — Two crew members escaped from a sinking tugboat Wednesday in the waters near the Memorial Bridge construction project.
The Coast Guard, Marine Patrol and Portsmouth Fire Department responded to the scene when the tugboat began to sink at about 11:45 a.m.
An employee of a nearby construction site said the boat sank within minutes after it tipped over and began taking on water.
The Benjamin Bailey, the 1,200 horsepower tugboat that sank, was being contracted by Archer Western Contractors, the company running the Memorial Bridge project. It is owned by Riverside and Pickering Marine Contractors in Eliot, Maine, and was staffed by local crew members who have knowledge of the area, according to Archer Western spokeswoman Carol Morris.
A video of the accident shows the 55-foot boat pinned up against a structure at the Memorial Bridge construction site. A crew member can be seen leaping from the overturned cabin of the ship.
Morris said salvage crews were attempting to lift the ship from the water in the afternoon.
"We don't know why it went down yet," Morris said. "Obviously there's going to be an investigation."
Staffers from the New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services were also at the scene Wednesday afternoon. DES Public Information Officer Jim Martin said there were no indications that material was leaking from the ship into the river as of 2 p.m.
"Obviously that is a situation that could change as they're righting the tug," he added.
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Property Location With a stay at The Pearl Hotel, Kolkata in Kolkata (Phool Bagan), you'll be minutes from Salt Lake Stadium and close to Columbia Asia Hospital. This hotel is within close proximity of Nicco Park and Salt Lake City Centre Mall. Rooms Make yourself at home in one of the 34 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring minibars and LCD televisions. Your room comes with a memory foam bed. Cable programming and DVD players are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries. Amenities Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless Internet access, wedding services, and a fireplace in the lobby. Dining Grab a bite to eat at the hotel's restaurant, which features a bar, or stay in and take advantage of room service (during limited hours). Full breakfasts are available daily for a fee. Business, Other Amenities Featured amenities include a business center, express check-in, and express check-out. Planning an event in Kolkata? This hotel has 2100 square feet (195 square meters) of space consisting of a conference center and meeting rooms. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free valet parking is available onsite. . Couples wishing to share a room must provide proof of marriage. This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply). Guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation. No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property. Make yourself at home in one of the 34 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring minibars and LCD televisions. Your room comes with a memory foam bed. Cable programming and DVD players are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries.
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U-Haul Pilot Saves Child's Life
U-Haul Pilot Dante Edwards' experience in medical transport came in handy during a recent life-saving flight.
AMARILLO, Texas— Aside from police officers, firefighters, the military and medical professionals, not many people get to experience what it feels like to save someone's life on a regular basis. But for U-Haul Pilot Dante Edwards, transporting a child on the brink of death is old hat.
U-Haul maintains aircraft that are used to transport Team members whose work requires the oversight of large areas. Recently, while between flights, Edwards was working in the Amarillo airport's courtesy office when a gentleman from Ministry Wings Aviation called. This nonprofit organization finds empty seats on airplanes to help those in need.
"At the time, there was a way that you could see the tail numbers of the airplanes that had flight plans filed out of the airport," Edwards explained. "The guy from Ministry Wings Aviation called and introduced himself, and told me that he had a 5-year-old child suffering from a brain aneurysm who needed to be transported to Dallas."
In the right place at the right time
The boy had undergone a procedure at the children's hospital in Dallas two weeks prior, but some complications developed.
"They didn't think he'd make it through a car trip and they didn't have any other means to get him to Dallas," Edwards relayed. "We are so random in our destinations. It was divine intervention this time that the means met the purpose."
After confirming that the next destination of the U-Haul corporate plane was Dallas, Ministry Wings asked if there was room aboard the flight for the child and his family. Touched by the child's situation, Edwards immediately called and requested permission from his supervisor. "Go-ahead" secure, Edwards began gathering the information he needed to transport the boy.
Prior life-saving experience
In the five years Edwards has been with U-Haul, this is the first time he has been asked to transport someone requiring medical attention. But prior to working for U-Haul, Edwards was a medical transport pilot. That experience was vital in this delicate situation.
"Once I had the OK on my end, I wanted to know for sure that this child had clearance from his doctor to fly," Edwards emphasized. "I insisted that the organization get the doctor's clearance."
When the boy and his family arrived at the airport, they were visibly emotional and concerned.
"They were all pretty stressed out," Edwards recalled. "It was a big deal. They thought they were going to lose their son. They were all pretty traumatized."
A life saved
After a brief 70 minute flight, Edwards touched down in Dallas. Friends of the boy's family met them at the airport and completed the transfer to the children's hospital where the boy received more specialized treatment. A week later, Edwards received a follow up call from Ministry Wings Aviation to update him on the boy's status.
"They told me that the boy was on the mend and would be home soon," Edwards remarked. "I feel really good about what we did that day. They said that our flight saved his life."
For Edwards, flying this child and his family a small distance was a trip down memory lane. But to the boy and his family, it meant the world.
"It was just a dire moment for them, and you could tell they were so grateful we could help," Edwards commented. "Much like all those flights that I did when I professionally flew an air ambulance … you always feel good when you help someone survive the day. It's an amazing feeling."
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Gonzalez Lifts Miami Baseball to 5-4 Victory
By Jerry Steinberg@Category6UM Mar 24, 2016, 8:12am EDT
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CORAL GABLES, Fla. – Freshman Romy Gonzalez connected on a go-ahead single in the sixth inning, and fourth-ranked Miami held on to beat visiting Bethune-Cookman 5-4Wednesday night at Alex Rodriguez Park at Mark Light field.
The Hurricanes jumped out to a 3-0 advantage in the first inning, but saw the lead slip away when Bethune-Cookman scored single runs in the second, third and sixth.
Miami (17-4) regained the late lead thanks to the clutch hit from Gonzalez on a full-count offering from Bethune-Cookman starter Donte Lindsay.
"It was another good win for us. A lot of guys contributed to make it happen," head coach Jim Morris said. "I thought Bethune-Cookman played well against us. Their pitcher threw well…after that [first] inning, he settled down."
The basehit – a two-out, two-run single up the middle past the diving glove of second baseman Jameel Edney – chased Lindsay (2-2), who had retired 15 of 18 batters after allowing three early runs.
"I just trying to put the ball in play," Gonzalez said. "I wanted to hit the ball up the middle – there was a nice gap, and I put a good swing on the ball."
Gonzalez, who had not made a start since March 9, said he has not been discouraged by his lack of recent playing time.
"I was working hard on the days I didn't play, just believing in myself and waiting for the opportunity to contribute," Gonzalez said.
The Wildcats (9-13) got a run back in the seventh on the team-leading seventh home run from Michael Cruz off redshirt freshman Keven Pimentel, cutting Miami's lead to 5-4.
But freshman Frankie Bartow pitched a scoreless eighth and junior Bryan Garcia locked down his ACC-leading eighth save of the season to preserve the victory.
"I just try to win games," Garcia said about securing the 33rd save of his career. "It doesn't matter [about the save record]. I know I'm going to be pitching a lot of ninth innings in close games, but more importantly, we're winning those games."
Sophomore starter Jesse Lepore allowed two earned runs in 4.0 innings before being relieved by Pimentel.
Lepore, who had picked up wins in three straight outings, struggled with his command, needing 83 pitches to get through four innings.
Pimentel (2-0) allowed two runs on four hits in 3.0 innings of relief. He struck out two batters with no walks.
Miami took advantage of some early Bethune-Cookman miscues for an early lead. The Wildcats committed two errors in the first inning, including one on a dropped fly ball in left field that scored a run.
Junior Zack Collins reached base for the 16th straight game with an RBI single in the first, while junior Jacob Heyward added an RBI groundout.


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Q: In Visual Studio/msbuild, how can one target framework's build event depend on another's? I am building multiple target frameworks in a single .net 6 project: net461 and net6.0.
The two target frameworks build concurrently in Visual Studio as expected.
Oddly, my net6.0 post-build event depend on the net461 post-build event.
I have not found a way for the msbuild targets for one target framework to be dependent on those of another target framework. So I can't ensure the post-build events execute in the proper sequence.
After looking at mechanisms in msbuild to affect build target order and dependencies, I'm not finding an answer.
I'm almost about to mess around with generating and waiting for lock files in my builds but was hoping not to need to.
Any ideas?
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I am using COM in .net 6 to expose functionality to a legacy COM client. This works but there is currently no tool to generate a TLB file for .net core that I need. (regasm.exe works for .net framework but not .net core.) One workaround is to build the same COM classes/interfaces, possibly stubbed, in .net framework to then generate the TLB file. This is what I do, and then use it in my net6.0 post-build event.


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'And Then There Were None' Interview with Aidan Turner
The BBC has released interviews with the cast of And Then There Were None ahead of the programme's release this Christmas on BBC One. Aidan Turner talks about his character, Philip Lombard, a shady amoral character, very different from the heroic Ross Poldark. Aidan also reveals he loves the clothes of the era and that he'll be using his native Irish accent, as well as talking about the thrill of being part of such a stellar ensemble cast.
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Here's the interview from the BBC Media Centre Press Pack:
For Aidan Turner the prospect of playing a character who is the antithesis of Cornish hero Ross Poldark was a great start.
"Coming from someone like Ross Poldark to Philip Lombard is like going to the other side of the spectrum with characters really. So it was a nice change to play somebody who doesn't really care about anyone but himself. " A self-proclaimed Agatha Christie fan he says: "It's a very clear story with unique, independent characters who have their own agendas, so from the offset its very clear what's happening even though there is ambiguity about the plot. It's a genre I haven't really done before so everything appealed to me for this one. It is a rite of passage for British actors to be in an Agatha Christie adaptation and this is the quintessential Christie story albeit a really dark one."
Discussing his character in And Then There Were None, Aidan reveals Lombard is an Irish mercenary with a shady past. "He enters the house and is the only one carrying a pistol and as the writer, Sarah Phelps said there's nothing more frightening than an Irish guy in 1939 with a gun! He's totally shady. He's kind of amoral as well and has a complete disregard for humanity. There's nothing he wouldn't do, I wouldn't put anything past him. He's a nasty kind of guy and you get the impression he's done some horrible things in his life and he's not really regretful of any of them."
Aidan was particularly impressed with the 1930's set. "Once you walk onto set and it's dressed, it just looks immaculate and beautiful and very much of that time. You feel like you're in that world."
He also enjoyed the era's attire, so much so that he claims; "We've got it wrong now, wearing jeans and boots and all the rest of it, all this low-waisted stuff and t-shirts, somewhere along the way I think we've got it slightly wrong. There were these highwaisted pants I was wearing for a lot of the show and they're really comfortable and quite flattering!"
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But the element that impressed Aidan the most was the line up of his fellow ensemble cast. "I was on set with all these amazing actors who I have revered and looked up to for years. It was exciting, these are people I really wanted to work with and being part of an ensemble.
And Then There Were None is a Mammoth Screen and Agatha Christie Productions programme for BBC co-produced with A+E Television Networks. RLJ Entertainment has taken US DVD and DTO rights. A+E Networks will handle international sales under the A+E Studios International banner.
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By Ernesto Macias
Photos by John Spyrou.
It's been 84 years since Election Day and we still don't know who the president is. Anxiety across America is at an all-time high. Now, as the numbers slowly and painfully trickle in, we must not forget to stay calm and breathe, as a colleague reminded us this morning via Slack. In the spirit of cleansing the TL, or whatever the kids are saying, we want to bring your attention to The Sisterhood of Perpetual Indulgence, a group of nuns that is more cultural than Catholic. A sisterhood of queer drag nuns that arose in San Francisco roughly 40 years ago, they have devoted their life to community-building, protecting human rights, fighting bigotry and intolerance, and "spiritual enlightenment." Their fight for a better today is a resounding message across the world, but right now, more than ever, in America. As we peek toward a chaotic future—mentally, emotionally, politically, and otherwise—the sisters' message serves as a comfort, a sort of weighted blanket offering a warm embrace and much-needed glimmer of hope. Interview caught up with Gillian Zinser, the director of Bad Habits, a short film celebrating the radical group of nuns featuring Sister Hysterectoria (Agnes de Garron), Sister Tootsie Tits (Eric Wolf), Sister Rosetta Stoned (Donald Gallagher), and Sister Gladiola Gladrags (Justin Gooding). Below, we discuss the importance of highlighting radical queer groups in America, the comfort of drag, and what we can all learn from drag nuns. Amen, sister.
ERNESTO MACIAS: How did you come across the order of drag nuns?
ZINSER: I was introduced to the Sisters at last year's Pride parade in New York, where I first began documenting and exploring their work and community.
MACIAS: Where did the idea to celebrate the International Radical Order of Drag Nuns come from?
ZINSER: I think I was inspired to share the Sisters' work as a direct response to the frustration (severe understatement) I've felt living through this current administration, bearing witness to all the hateful, sexist, racist, homophobic, transphobic, xenophobic (we could go on…) rhetoric, and behavior they've tried to ignite. The Sisterhood has devoted the last 40 years to challenging these forces of hate, promoting human rights, respect for diversity, and inspiring a message of freedom and equality. I can't really think of a more appropriate moment to celebrate that than right now.
MACIAS: What interested you in capturing the spirit of drag nuns, specifically?
ZINSER: I'm interested in making work that promotes connection and empathy, explores and confronts stereotypes, and broadens perspectives. So I'm mostly attracted to stories focusing on unique and fringe communities, those on the margins fighting for acceptance and visibility, and generally anyone going against the grain and being unapologetically themselves in the face of adversity. The Sisters clearly champion all of these causes as they are all about freedom of expression, screwing with gender and sexuality norms, and consider themselves "sacred clowns" of their community taking a stand on the edge of what our society defines as "normal." I mean, how many people do you know who devote their entire lives to protesting hate—in fishnets and habits, standing at this intersection between absurdity and ministry? They're radical—even by today's standards.
I think specifically, it's their approach to their work that's interested me most about them. Their choice to steer away from the exhaustion and fatigue of rage, a critical and valuable but often unsustainable part of activism. Instead, they place a deep emphasis on using humor and joy in their activism, arguing that people burn out on rage, but they don't on joy. The events of this year have left so many of us feeling completely overwhelmed with anger and frustration about the state of our country. It's easy to feel depleted. This philosophical spirit of the Sisterhood was really arresting to me.
MACIAS: When did you first come across drag? What did it mean to you then, what does it mean to you now?
ZINSER: I grew up in Dupont Circle (the historic gay center of D.C.) and then moved to New York after high school, so I've been fortunate to be surrounded by such beautifully diverse, eclectic communities for as far back as my memory goes. I don't remember ever questioning drag as anything other than another creative form of a personal expression. But working with the Sisters has completely expanded my understanding of it. No one commands attention quite like a drag queen, but for the Sisters, it's a matter of channeling that attention into the art of resistance. I now appreciate another layer of the act of drag as a powerful political statement, an act of rebellion against societal norms, and as an art form that elevates the voices of disenfranchised communities.
MACIAS: Why is it important to you to spread their message and fight against hate?
ZINSER: There's just so much going on in America right now demanding a serious paradigm shift in the way we connect to, understand, and take care of one another. As Trump continues to fuel so much hatred, division, and violence between us, the Sisters's message has taken on a renewed meaning, urgency, and inevitably become a direct response to this current administration. Their work is about setting an example that allows people to have the space to be whoever they want to be, despite the forces trying to hold them down—an unfortunately imperative reminder, still, here in 2020.
MACIAS: Why should younger generations be aware of these radical queer groups?
ZINSER: While of course we still have such a long way to go in regards to continuing to fight for LGBTQ+ and transgender rights, us younger generations didn't have to live through what these founding Sisters did when they first formed in the late 1970s. I just think it's important to acknowledge and celebrate those who have spent the last 40 years as highly visible gay icons devoting themselves to fighting homophobia and championing the rights of the queer and trans communities; to not take any ounce of our generation's freedoms for granted, and to highlight and honor the trailblazers who have devoted their lives to making a difference.
MACIAS: In capturing the drag nuns, what did you take with you after spending time with them?
ZINSER: I don't think you can meet the Sisters and not immediately understand the power of satire and humor. Oscar Wilde said, "If you're going to tell them the truth, you better make them laugh, or they will kill you." I think this embodies the spirit of the Sisters' perfectly. The whole point of what they do (the drag, the makeup, the nun get-up) is to make people notice them, to make them laugh, and be approachable. Their costume is meant to serve as an icebreaker so that people want to engage with them, which is where their real work starts. This is why they call what they do "presence ministry." A huge piece of their intention is to simply dismantle the idea of shame, and to use their bold form of expression to inspire others to feel comfortable and proud of who they are.
They're there to teach people to feel comfortable being themselves. I think this particular approach, this kind of unique performative "dragtivism," is such a beautiful way to protest in that it's based in connecting with people. It's so refreshing to see people out in the streets using conversation and dialogue as their weapon against ignorance, prejudice, and hatred. And even if they're not able to change someone's mind completely, maybe at the very least they've expanded it— broken down an initial barrier of prejudice or stigma. And that's not nothing. Change starts small.
MACIAS: What were some of the inspirations behind the photo essay? What was the mood board like?
ZINSER: Eric (Sister Tootsie Tits), Donald (Sister Rosetta Stoned) and Justin (Sister Gladiola Gladrags) all have such unique, dynamic, creative personal expressions, so I just wanted to let each of their personalities take the stage. All the wardrobe is their own, so the styling feels respectively reflective of their actual Sister character. We also wanted to play with the idea of joy and distortion, the two main pillars of the Sisterhood's work, providing a more anti-realist and abstract lens to the characteristics that they normally portray. So John and I found ourselves using different elements like mirrors, glass, and other reflective materials to distort their images to express this playful, yet disruptive nature.
Models: Sister tootsie, Sister Rosetta Stoned, and Sister Gadiola Gladrags
Creative Direction: Gillian Zinser
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DreamTrips Vacation Club Named "Africa's Leading Travel Club" at World Travel Awards
DreamTrips' was recognized for distinguished service and product offerings in the Africa and Indian Ocean regions within the last year For the second consecutive year, DreamTrips™ Vacation Club eclipsed competitors for the coveted title of "Africa's Leading Travel Club" during the World Travel Awards Africa & Indian Ocean Gala Ceremony. Hundreds of hospitality industry leaders gathered for the event, which was held on Saturday, June 20 at Kempinski Seychelles Resort, Baie Lazare, Seychelles. DreamTrips' was recognized for distinguished service and product offerings in the Africa and Indian Ocean regions within the last year. Nominees in other Africa and Indian Ocean travel categories included Saint Regis, Carlton, Avis, and Air Mauritius. "This is great news for DreamTrips," WorldVentures Co-founder and Chief Visionary Officer Wayne Nugent said. "Our DreamTrips team works relentlessly to curate group vacations to some of the most coveted destinations in the world, while delivering excellent customer service. It's wonderful that our peers and customers chose our product." Since 1993, World Travel Awards has celebrated excellence across all sectors of the global travel and tourism industry. Last year, DreamTrips won four regional awards in Africa, Asia, Europe and North America. The Africa & Indian Ocean Gala Ceremony is the second stop on the annual Grand Tour which visited Dubai earlier this year, and will include stops in Sardinia, Bogotá, Turks & Caicos, and Singapore before arriving in Morocco for the Grand Finals in December. *APO]]>


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Doesn't get much better than this. Thanks to Austin, @acllive, and all of Texas! What an incredible weekend. pic.twitter.com/GzV68Ro3Qr
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