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I shouldn't have to write this: on Veganuary-bashing
January 10, 2017 November 21, 2018 ~ Tobias Leenaert
I'm going to do something stupid in this post, maybe. I'm going to give more exposure to an article that should never have been written.
The article is titled The Annual Veganuary Fail (you can find it with Google, unfortunately). It criticizes (an understatement) the wonderful Veganuary campaign. Veganuary, as you may know, is about getting people to try vegan for a month, and see where that takes them.
The article is the stuff that I usually try to ignore. However, it contains so many arguments that pop up again and again especially among newly minted vegans who believe in Gary Francione's "abolitionist approach", and the Unified Theory of Everything that I thought it was valuable to share some thoughts. Furthermore, I know the Veganuary organizers personally. They're great people, and I think it's good to speak up when great people are attacked or misrepresented (and I think we're not standing up enough against this kind of bashing).
The original text is in bold, while my brief thoughts (I'm being selective and I'm trying to stay polite) are below it. Here and there, I will link to other posts of mine, in case you're interested in reading more thoughts. Oh, and you may notice how I get a bit exasperated and exhausted near the end.
So, take a deep breath; here we go.
The Annual Veganuary Fail
Original article: It's getting to the time of year again when Veganuary start their fundraising campaign for January. If you're unaware of who Veganuary are, the quick explanation is that they're a charity that fundraises off the back of trying to get people to go vegan – for a month.
My comments: Now this is a pretty bad start. It is a very uncharitable and disingenuous description of Veganuary. If we differ in opinion about tactics, I suggest that we at least start from the idea that we have the same intentions and ambitions. We all want to help animals. There's no need to imply that people who use tactics we don't agree with are money-grabbers.
You may be thinking "great, an organisation that takes veganism seriously for once." I hate to burst your bubble but, if that's what you're thinking – you would be wrong.
Telling people they are wrong – especially with this much conviction when we're certain of so little – is rarely the most productive way of advancing mutual understanding.
On a fundamental level, the mere concept of Veganuary itself is a rejection of fundamental nonhuman rights.
Note how the word "fundamental" occurs twice in one sentence…
Think about it for a second. They're not informing people about why as a matter of fundamental morality we need to be vegan, they're asking people to make what is nothing more than a personal choice decision.
First of all, I'm not sure how the author arrives at this impression from the Veganuary campaign. If you go to the "why" section on the Veganuary website, the first reason listed is "animals": "Animals are able to perceive and feel, and experience pain and happiness just as we do. Production of food and clothing causes them to suffer in innumerable ways." I'm hard put to see this as presenting people with "nothing more than a personal choice decision."
Secondly: whatever works. It's a very common theme among some animal advocates to insist on the moral argument, and on being "crystal clear" that others have an ethical duty, a moral obligation, to go vegan. Even if that were true, presenting things as an obligation, and telling people they have to do things for the reasons that we want them to have is a recipe for failure. People don't like obligations. They're very unattractive. Presenting something as a moral duty is the kind of preaching that many people are allergic to. Presenting things as a choice is much more appealing. The Veganuary people know this, and are applying that knowledge. They are only bound by what works (even if it's not always easy to find out what that is).
It's a gimmick and an insult to the vulnerable victims of non-veganism. It's the animal equivalent of "Movember" where some men decide to grow a moustache to help people with certain forms of cancer or mental health issues. The difference is that the latter doesn't involve fundamental rights violations and so therefore will not be harmed by gimmicks; the former does involve fundamental rights violations – via our treating sentient beings as resources – and so relegating the issue to one of personal choice in the form of a 1-month trial is a denial of the very real exploitation that occurs on account of non-veganism.
Why would Veganuary be an insult to the animals? Why would it involve "fundamental [here we go again] rights violations"? Just because Veganuary doesn't play the moral obligation card enough? Enough with the demagoguery already!
If you're not with me so far…
I'm afraid I'm not. But let's continue anyway, for the heck of it.
… consider how you might feel if we relegated other forms of fundamental rights violations to 1-month a year gimmicks. What about "Feminibruary," where for the month of February we ask rapists to make the personal choice to stop raping women for that month? Outrageous! Preposterous!… you may think – but it's okay. If we steal Veganuary's logic, we'll have "reduced the suffering" of women by "inspiring and supporting people across the globe" to not rape in February. Wonderful! We've provided absolutely no information about why people shouldn't rape in the first place, but we've made a lot of money off the back of fundraising, and made the rapists feel better in that month for "reducing the suffering" of women.
What's outrageous and preposterous is this eternal and absurd comparison of eating animal products with rape. It doesn't make any sense to compare something which 99% of the population condemns (rape) with something which 99% of the population actively celebrates (eating animal products). Even if you think that something isn't any less wrong when everyone does it, at least you may want to consider that such completely different situations may require different strategies and ways of communicating about them.
It's amazing how often I see this argument turn up, with the people explaining it believing they are so, so right, while I think they are so, so… misguided. (Posts that I have written about this topic: On comparing animal rights with other social justice causes and Is asking for baby steps speciesist? and Slavery Free Mondays.)
To the extent that Veganuary would find my "Feminibruary" idea offensive but think that Veganuary as a concept is just dandy – they engage in outright speciesism. By portraying veganism as some month-long trial, a personal choice, a way to "reduce suffering" (hello welfarists, I'm looking at you), they effectively deny the existence of fundamental nonhuman interests in life and serve to perpetuate the very same speciesism that feeds non-veganism in the first place.
First of all, it's so easy to throw the accusation of speciesism out there. Following the author here – and continuing with his analogy – it would seem that it would be speciesist to not physically attack people in slaughterhouses, supermarkets or restaurants for processing, buying or eating meat, because if we saw a rape happening, we'd also jump up and try to stop it and beat up or punish the rapists, right? (See my post When the term "speciesism" gets overused.)
Furthermore, I'm not sure how anyone can say that Veganuary "effectively denies the existence of nonhuman interests." Veganuary is a campaign by a couple of people who care a lot about animals and who have even invested a lot of their own resources in this project. They do that exactly because they believe animals have interests. They do what they do to get as many people on the vegan wagon, through whatever arguments and tactics work. They use a proven and psychologically sound strategy: trying on something for size, without any commitment for the long term, is something way less scary for people than a lifetime commitment, which as we know, most people don't want to make right away (see Why Veganuary is a great campaign and The imperfect veganism of Ezra Klein).
We are offended by a concept such as "Feminibruary" because it is relegating the fundamental rights of women – to bodily integrity, to not be made to suffer, to not have their interest in life denied, to not be used as a resource – to nothing more than a month-long personal choice for those who readily engage in the exploitation of women. It is saying that the personal choices of those who engage in that exploitation matter more than the rights of the victims. It's saying that the exploitation of women is not a fundamental matter of morality.
So again, what the author seems to be saying is that we have to tell people that they are under an obligation to feel and do as we vegans do; otherwise, they are fundamentally infringing on animals' rights. I don't think such a message works very well, but if you want to try it, go ahead, but at least don't attack other people for using another message. And maybe stop ranting at campaigners like the Veganuary folks about how they are just into raising money, as well as being unethical for other reasons.
Veganuary is no different in concept to my "Feminibruary" idea. Animals too, are sentient beings, with fundamental interests in not suffering and continuing to live. Their exploitation is every bit a matter of fundamental morality as the exploitation of any other sentient being with those similar interests. It makes no difference whether they're human or nonhuman – all sentient beings are equal when it comes to being used as resources. The existence of Veganuary as a concept alone, is a denial of this, and so before we even consider the content of their fundraising, they're perpetuating speciesism.
I think the author, me, the readers, and the Veganuary people all agree about the exploitation of animals being a matter of "fundamental morality." Again, that is exactly what Veganuary is all about. As the stakes are very high, and as we understand the incredible suffering and injustice that is happening, we need to do something about it. And what we do should be based on what we believe or know works, not just on a theory or an approach invented by some professor or other. Veganuary isn't a denial of anything. Or maybe it's a denial of the dogma that we have an ethical obligation to present veganism as an ethical obligation, instead of doing what works.
Things get even more messy when we delve into the actual content. They claim to want to "reduce the suffering of animals while making veganism more appealing to the mainstream." By focusing on "reducing suffering" alone they are embracing welfarist ideology. Most likely that of "the father," Peter Singer, who maintains that because the animals we exploit lack more sophisticated human-like cognition, they don't have an
interest in continuing to live – they only have an interest in not suffering.
Reducing suffering is a different approach from asking for animal rights. Both approaches may have their strong points, and this is an area where we could be open and curious about each other's viewpoints and philosophy, rather than just saying the other side is wrong. Both a consequentialist and a deontological view can be respectable (although my money is on the former). What's not respectable is to be dogmatic about what ideology we should use. And yes, while we're at it, why not bash Peter Singer a bit: a man who has done more than almost anyone in the world to raise awareness about animal ethics. Makes a lot of sense.
The perpetuation of this false ideology is just another string to the bow of speciesism that Veganuary have aimed at the non-vegan public. They intend to let their arrows of confusion fly around the London underground this year where they aim to have 50,000 people partake in not raping… whoops, sorry, thought I was talking about Feminibruary again for a moment. Ahem – where they aim to have 50,000 people being "vegan" – for a month. No education as to why people should be vegan for life, just like we should always respect the fundamental rights of other humans and, you know, not rape them… ever. Just asking people to be vegan for a month for no apparent reason other than to "reduce suffering," and they believe this will somehow make veganism "more mainstream." Because, of course, as you know, animals don't care that we're killing them by the trillions every year for no good reason.
Someone fills the London underground with vegan posters, and we're gonna complain and compare this to an appeal to temporarily stop raping. I leave it to you to assess the absurdity here for yourself.
Of course, Veganuary can help make veganism more mainstream. There is no evidence that telling people that they HAVE TO BE VEGAN FOR LIFE! works better than an approach where you tell them to try it out for a month and guide them along with daily mails, recipes, etc. But of course, there is the dogma: the "abolitionists" appear to believe that even if something else would work better, they still wouldn't be ethically allowed to campaign that way. Following Francione-dogma trumps achieving results, apparently.
Animals just want to suffer a little bit less in January. That's all they want – how silly of me to think they need more from us than that. My bad, Veganuary. But hey, it's cool if you don't want to go vegan in January anyway – It's your personal choice to decide whether you want to engage in rights violations that month, right?
Pleeeeease, you're killing me…
I mean, you've been given no real reason to take it seriously. Those rights violations would need to be made more "mainstream" in order for you to take them seriously, right? Whether or not you choose to observe a woman's right not to be used as a resource in February is no different to whether or not you decide to give up drinking in October – damn it, I did it again didn't I? Let me start over. Whether or not you choose rape women in February is no more a matter of your moral concern than whether you decide to go alcohol- free in October to "reduce the suffering" of your liver, right? – wait, I know. I know. I've done it again. I've confused one gimmick concerning the fundamental rights of a sentient being for another.
So many disingenuous, strawman arguments and so much absurdity here that I'll leave this paragraph to you.
Obviously, I'm being facetious. What can I say? I'm sorry. I have a habit for doing that. What I really want to say is – Veganuary. Cut the crap.
I agree with "Cut the crap."
Take the fundamental rights of animals seriously and use the zillions you've raised through fundraising over the years to actually do some real vegan education and educate – yourselves for starters – and then the non-vegan public. Educate about why we need to go vegan and stay vegan in recognition of the fundamental right all sentient beings possess not to be used as a resource. Educate about the nonhuman interest in continuing to live that we deny even exists through our "personal choice" to exploit them.
Zillions through fundraising. Sure. Let's get more concrete. I checked with the Veganuary team. The campaign has been run for 12 months on around £70,000. The London Underground campaign was crowdfunded and raised around £30K more. Matthew and Jane, the initiators, work for free and told me they will never earn an income from Veganuary – in fact, they've put in around £200K of their own money since the start, and live in a small rented home. There are three other members of staff who are now paid very humble salaries – far less than they could earn outside of animal advocacy.
And we must recognize this, not just for January (what kind of insult is that anyway?) – but for life. That is the very least we owe animals. Just as recognition of fundamental rights is the very least we owe other humans.
Again, good luck telling people they have to go vegan for life. Again: is it more important to stick to one's rules and ideology than to have actual results for animals? I know, I'm starting to repeat myself…
But wait – I'm getting carried away again aren't I. You're not going to do that, because you can't fundraise as effectively from the truth as opposed to something as ambiguous as "reducing suffering." You won't make as much cash. It's not "mainstream" enough – how very sad.
And once again, here's the nasty implication that the Veganuary people are in it for the money. Deplorable. Really.
I can hear the protests already – "we're effective, that's all that matters!"
Effective at what? Perpetuating the age-old idea that animals don't care about continuing to live? Perpetuating the idea that concern for the rights of animals is not a matter of fundamental morality but a matter of personal choice? A gimmick that one can partake in over a trial period with no real idea as to why? Yeah. Congratulations – I'm setting off party poppers right now in celebration.
If people try Veganuary for a month, many of them will get familiarized with the ethical problems of eating animal products. Moreover, they hopefully will have experienced that vegan food can be tasty, doable, affordable and convenient. That may make their hearts and minds more open to the ethical arguments. Attitude change often follows behavior change rather than preceding it. (See also Let Beyonce be. About the biggest oversight in our movement.)
Lets raise a glass and toast Veganuary for never failing to hit the final nail in the river-coffin that sends every animal down the waterfall and into the hands of corporate welfarism. Lets toast the perpetuation of denied personhood in favour of human supremacy and personal choice.
Oh boy. Can we finish already? I can't take this anymore.
Way to go. This has to stop.
I'd love it if some things would stop. What has to stop is cruelty to animals, animal suffering, killing animals, injustice. Whatever you want to call it. We're all in the same boat and on the same page here, I think. But what I'd love to stop also are articles like this, criticizing well-meaning, smart, committed and authentic advocates.
Articles like this are what following Francione-dogma leads to. If you believe you're influenced by the theories of Gary Francione, think about them again. Keep an open mind. Know that nothing in life is black and white. Follow the evidence where it goes instead of just accepting and repeating the dogma. Know that our work is not about building and following a consistent grand theory of everything, but about having a positive impact for animals in the real world.
p.s. – Inevitably some people will tell me either that I'm wasting my time, or that I'm just continuing the bashing, or that I'm giving more attention to something that shouldn't get any attention. You can read my motivation for speaking out here.
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Tobias, it seems really simple: If you aren't purely glorifying me and my personal view, you are the enemy, and worthy of more ire and attack than a meat eater or factory-farm owner.
My question to you: What would it take for you to stop engaging the egoists? They can waste their time, but what has ever happened (other that praise from those already on your side, and further attacks from the other side) from this type of blog post? The vegan bubble has had its wars for decades, and meanwhile, per-capita consumption of animals is at an all-time high in the US. http://bit.ly/2iBcfRN
call me naive, but i don't think this is useless 🙂 I'm not trying to reach the absolutarians, but my hope is that new people don't fall into the dogma trap right from the start, and can find enough material out there that counters it. I've had quite a few people telling me they found my page through googling francione and changing their views…
That said, of course i only invest limited time in this 🙂
Bang-on, Tobias! Cheers for getting the message out there. Engaging with problematic positions is no waste of time as long as it happens publicly – and as long as it results in such informative posts. Keep up the excellent work you're doing!
This particular author seems to have taken over Ecorazzi. There never seems to be anything else on there nowadays apart from his articles, which seem to be just regurgitating Gary Francione's work.
Paul Crouch says:
At a base level I'm pretty sure most sane people recognise Gary for having only one singular goal i.e. to have his ego massaged by marketing himself as some kind unique saviour for the animals (whilst slitting their throats with his assanine attacks on others).
Not one single social change for good has suceeded through an abolitionist approach. If someone wants to suggest otherwise I'm all ears. It is not only unrealistic and nieve like the demands of a petulant child, but moreover it is extremely damaging to the progress of the vegan movement. More so I would suggest than pro dairy and milk movements. Why? Because those industries are already servicing a vast majority of believers in their product and message. Gary however does more damage by pushing away the very people that can be engaged by campaigns like Veganuary. It sabotages the journeys people begin towards veganism and reducing animal cruelty through the 'not good enough' line from the least effective group within our cause. Every day an abolitionist criticises a potential fully fledged vegan instead encouraging and rewarding smaller steps taken by the majority of converts, they add to the suffering of animals as that person turns away from that journey. And for what benefit? Only so one media hungry simpleton can gloat at the the influence he wields over the weak minded who follow him, incapable of seeing through this charade of humanity. It's no different to Fox tapping into the all or nothing idiocy of narrow minded Americans. To deny that Gary is just interested in promoting Gary and not reducing animal suffering is to deny logic in favour of some madmans unobtainable utopia where undoubtedly he would see himself as king. The sooner that philosophy and individual is flushed away like the waste water it is, the better for veganism and the animals.
Mr Toad. says:
When one ignores the tribalism and heated rhetoric…..this seems come down to two issues:
1.) What is the evidence that Veganuary encourages veganism long-term?
2.) Does the Veganuary campaign have negative externalities in terms of promoting veganism?
The argument highlighted seems to come down to the claim that the Veganuary campaign has negative externalities and therefore is ineffective. Without any empirical data on the campaign it seems hard to address either of these issues….so it just ends up being them vs us.
In Finland the equivalent to Veganuary has made many people Vegan and also many celebrities, which is promoting veganism. All kind of activism is needed. "Let All the Flowers Bloom."
ModVegan says:
I recently made a video promoting Veganuary. I personally prefer seeing Veganuary as a time when new vegans can receive extra support, information and support, not as a "trial run". But really, it's a great thing, regardless of how it's presented.
Having just read his latest book, There are many things I like about Francione's work. His emphasis on sentience, etc. are very interesting to me.
However, I think Francione and his followers have a blind hatred for any and all "single issue campaigns" that is myopic and naive. Certainly there are some bad animal welfare campaigns out there. But that doesn't mean we don't have to evaluate campaigns individually.
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Carlos Yulo came good as advertised, as he essayed another golden performance in the individual all-around category in the men's artistic gymnastics of the 30th Southeast Asian (SEA) Games before a big Sunday crowd at the Rizal Memorial Coliseum.
Filipino gymnast Carlos Edriel Yulo displays fine form atop the pommel horse during the men's gymnastics competition in the 30th SEA Games at the Rizal Memorial Stadium. Ey Acasio
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The BoatUS Marine Insurance Program will accept value surveys or pre-purchase surveys from surveyors with a SAMS designation of "AMS" with a specialized classification of "Y-SC" (yacht and small craft) or NAMS designation of "CMS" with a specialized service code of "A" (yacht and small craft). Anne Kinsey is an entrepreneur and business pioneer, who has ranked in the top 1% of the direct sales industry, growing a large team and earning the title of Senior Team Manager during her time with Jamberry. A severe lack of training in developed countries for the 25 or so years from 1975 to 2000 resulted in a shortage of masters and chief engineers coming through to become marine surveyors or superintendents. Independent surveyors tend to be employed to carry out: Whilst some P&I Clubs have their own inspectors, they all employ independent marine surveyors to carry out their condition surveys. Marine surveyors evaluate the condition of watercraft, and … Read "How to Become a Marine Surveyor How to Become a Marine Surveyor" by Lucie Koch available from Rakuten Kobo. To be a smart consumer of marine survey services it helps to understand the surveyors themselves, and to realize that your boat is just one of a huge range of boats in the world. Additionally insurance and lending companies that need to know the true condition and fair market value of a vessel often require it. These levels of membership lend you credibility in the field that make finding work easier. Master Marine Surveyor (MMS) Certification and Courses for Recreational and Commercial Boating Industry. Marine Surveyor Certification. The national average salary for a Marine Surveyor is $73,821 in United States. Many experienced marine surveyors suggest that you will learn something new and find new challenges every day. In order for them to be efficient, marine surveyors should have adequate background and knowledge of the industry and be given a specific set of parameters in terms of the scope of work and the authority given. Surveys may also include the commodities being carried by those vessels, ie, their cargoes, of which there are many. In addition, marine surveyors often work with insurance companies to assist in determining the market value of a watercraft, along with the expected cost of repairs. We use cookies to give you the best possible experience. These take different forms which depend on the nature of the work and the client's needs. If you'd like more information on careers available to seafarers moving ashore, get in touch with us. Aviation Safety Inspector Job Description, International Institute of Marine Surveying: What is a Marine Surveyor, National Association of Marine Surveyors: Homepage, Society of Accredited Marine Surveyors: Homepage. by Mike Wall. To get the best results, please make sure you're using the latest version of your browser. By using our website, you're agreeing to our use of cookies. They also inspect the loading and unloading of cargo on a ship. How Much Money Do Boat Mechanics Make in a Year ? Thinking of becoming a Marine Surveyor? This is higher than the median annual salary for all surveyors, which is $61,140. Course topics: enterprise awareness, destructive and non-destructive surveying techniques, professional report writing. A host of bachelor's degrees in naval architecture and marine engineering are available around the country for those interested in marine surveying. The Surveyor Works For You Only. Learn more about the role including real reviews and ratings from current Marine Surveyors, common tasks and duties, how much Marine Surveyors earn in your state, the skills current Employers are looking for and common education and career pathways. A: To begin a career as a marine surveyor, you should enroll in a marine surveyor training academy; courses may be available in traditional classroom settings or online. This publication will teach you the basics of how to become a Marine Surveyor. Membership in NAMS or SAMS doesn't tell you about a surveyor's knowledge of boat systems and construction. Remember that there are no licenses or specific requirements needed to become a marine surveyor. Next: View Schools Created with Sketch. Marine surveyors are sometimes independent contractors, but they also work for insurance companies, marinas, boating companies, freight transporters, private retailers, for government or in concert with law enforcement. As well as being a chief engineer, lecturer, and successful author, Mike spent 25 years as a hull, machinery, and cargo surveyor. Marine Society and Sea Cadets is a charity registered in England and Wales 313013 and in Scotland SC037808. Marine surveyors inspect marine cargo and may also inspect other parts of ships in order to determine the status or condition of a ship's structure, machinery and equipment. both grew up "loving life on the water" from Southeastern Massachusetts and New York's Long Island. One job that both can do is that of marine surveyor. Please continue reading in order to learn more about the pros and cons associated with becoming a marine surveyor. Ideal for: Whilst this Diploma in Marine Surveying course primarily supports existing marine surveyors around the world, it also aims to educate future surveyors, (including non-seafarers) who have the interest and academic ability to learn about marine surveying, marine engineering and naval architecture. If you are the kind of person who is gifted with attention to detail, has an eye for safety and who enjoys working in a variety of environments, a career as a marine surveyor could be engaging and pleasurable. The National Association of Marine Surveyors, Inc. (NAMSGlobal) welcomes your interest in joining the premier marine surveyor's professional organization. Course objective is to increase the Marine Surveyor's overall knowledge and enhance proficiency … You can also become a marine surveyor with a degree in applied science, specialising in marine surveying. She is the nonprofit founder and executive director of Love Powered Life, as well as a Certified Trauma Recovery Coach and freelance writer who has written for publications like Working Mother, the San Francisco Chronicle, Bizfluent and Our Everyday Life. Read our Privacy Notice to find out what they're used for and how to change your settings. US Surveyors Association was … Inspection of commercial watercraft must be done at regular intervals, so it is important to keep track of when it is time to reinspect vessels and submit new reports. Our members are certified based on their knowledge and experience, with designations for: Yachts and Small Craft, Cargo, and Hull and Machinery (including Fishing Vessel A Marine surveyor (including "Yacht & Small Craft Surveyor", "Hull & Machinery Surveyor" and/or "Cargo Surveyor") is a person who conducts inspections, surveys or examinations of marine vessels to assess, monitor and report on their condition and the products on them, as well as inspects damage caused to both vessels and cargo. Includes field training, labs, and guest presentations by industry leaders on the latest products and techniques. We've determined that 52.7% of marine surveyors have a bachelor's degree. SAMS surveyor associates haven't yet qualified as an accredited marine surveyor, but they've agreed to abide by SAMS ethics and standards. If you plan to open an independent practice as a marine surveyor, remember that banks and other organizations that ask for a marine survey can accept or reject the reports offered by anyone acting as a surveyor, regardless of the surveyor's training or accreditation by an association. The Marine Surveyor receives current continuing education and U.S. Coast Guard vessel inspection regulation updates on … The top 10 percent of marine surveyors earns more than $110,000, while the bottom 10 percent earns less than $41,000. A good report can make a surveyor while a poor one can ruin a promising career. Marine surveyors earn a solid income, especially considering that they are professionals who are not closely regulated and licensed, as other types of surveyors are. This page provides information describing NAMSGlobal's three levels of marine surveyor membership, and how to achieve Apprentice, Associate or Certified Marine Surveyor (NAMS-CMS) status. Deck officers may choose to become pilots or harbour masters whilst the engineer officers may become power station or hotel engineers. Marine surveyors are inspectors who ensure that watercraft are in good condition, fit for their purpose and for expected water conditions. This week, Marine Society supporter Mike Wall gives us his take on becoming a Marine Surveyor. The median annual salary for marine surveyors is $74,710, which means that half earn more than this while the other half earns less. NAMSGlobal members are marine surveyors who inspect, and provide a broad variety of consulting services for the maritime industry. Surveyors check every inch of a ship to ensure that the vessel is seaworthy and up to code. Marine Surveying ACQUIRE the KNOWLeDGE AND SKILLS OF A MARINE SURVEYOR from experts in the field. Marine surveying is the practice of inspecting marine equipment, primarily boats and cargo, to determine safety and market value. In the former, the surveyor inspects a vessel before a voyage or activity to ensure that it meets relevant requirements, standards and/or international conventions, eg, Classification Society surveys, P&I condition surveys, marine warranty surveys. Rob Scanlan, CMS/MMS Marine Surveyors, is an experienced Yacht and Boat Surveyor, Adjuster, Appraiser and Consultant for East Coast Yachts & Ships; Power & Sail boats, and a member of the United States Surveyors Association -- The Top Gun Marine Surveyor He is currently a visiting lecturer at various education and training establishments and regularly carries out training seminars for various shipping organisations. This week, Marine Society supporter Mike Wall gives us his take on becoming a Marine Surveyor. How much does a Marine Surveyor make in the United States? SAMS accredited marine surveyors have demonstrated basic knowledge, including an exam. One projection looks like this: Job opportunities for all surveyors, including marine surveyors, are expected to increase by 11 percent over the next decade, which is faster than in other professions. You'll definitely need a high school diploma or the GED equivalent, but you might also consider getting a bachelor's degree in surveying to give you an edge over the competition. Posted on 11 December 2017 You'll be paying the bill, so it's important that you understand that … Damage & Claims Survey - Advanced - Designed for the Marine Surveyor who is presently engaged in, or has experience in the Damage and Claims segment of the profession. New marine surveyors will likely not receive a full salary and benefits package until considered to be of worth to the organisation, whether as a staff or independent surveyor. You may be away from home for short periods but will probably earn as much, and probably more, as working at sea. In some states, surveying technicians can become licensed surveyors after working for as many as 10 years under a licensed surveyor. Many Merchant and Royal Navy officers often wonder what they can do if they choose to leave the sea. What Are High Paying Careers That Involve the Outdoors? In there somewhere you will find a shortcut to a successful new career. Copyright © 2020 Marine Society College / All rights reserved. Search our nationwide database of Marine Surveyors to find qualified professionals near you! Next, apply for an internship or an apprenticeship with a marine surveyor who is a member of an association such as the National Association of Marine Surveyors (NAMS). The amount of work experience required varies by state. Marine surveyors may sometimes have an office, but typically spend most of their time in the field, traveling from location to location to inspect watercraft, either in or out of the water. Whilst they may have years of seagoing experience with technical expertise being a major part a marine surveyor's job, the job involves gathering evidence and producing a good report. Staff surveyors are usually employed by classification societies, governments, and port state control. Just as in any other form of employment, the new surveyor will usually be considered to be a trainee. Marine surveyor qualifications are not regulated in any way, but to become knowledgeable and respected in the field it is wise to pursue specialized courses, education and apprenticeship in the field. They pay attention to the condition and quality of all parts of the boat, to ensure that it can safely operate at sea or on smaller waterways. A Marine Surveyor working in the commercial sector in the UK earns an AVERAGE of £39,403.00 per year based on a range of £25,216 – £65,614. Fill in your email address below to subscribe to our monthly newsletter. Marine surveyors who have taken specialized courses, sought membership in professional organizations and completed apprenticeships have an edge over the competition, in terms of securing regular work. Ask 10 surveyors a question, and you'll get 11 different answers. The average Marine Surveyor salary in the United States is $70,581 as of October 28, 2020, but the salary range typically falls between $60,852 and $82,549.Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. Educational Courses, Seminars & Meetings For Marine Surveyors CE Credits are subject to approval by, and awarded by the issuing organization, not the course givers, check with SAMS ® regarding requirements for credits. To become a marine surveyor you usually have to complete a VET qualification. Independent marine survey companies tend to be appointed by parties who need an honest, independent and objective opinion of the entity being surveyed or inspected, eg, a ship, cargo, piece of machinery, etc. To become a surveyor, start by taking as many math courses, like geometry and trigonometry, in high school as you can, because surveying involves a lot of math. A marine surveyor may be called in to assess a damaged vessel for insurance purposes, appraise a vessel that is being sold, or even serve as an expert witness in court. As subjects and prerequisites can vary between institutions you should contact your chosen institution for more information. If you're interested in becoming a marine surveyor, one of the first things to consider is how much education you need. Start typing your email on the grey line below and click the white and blue rectangular 'sign up' button to subscribe to our newsletter. A marine survey is a useful tool for buyers when negotiating price based on what repairs the boat needs. Please note this is an AVERAGE as recorded on payscale.com There is the potential to earn considerably more or less.
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The friction of graphene on various substrates, such as SiO2, h-BN, bulk-like graphene, and mica, was investigated to characterize the adhesion level between graphene and the underlying surface. The friction of graphene on SiO2 decreased with increasing thickness and converged around the penta-layers due to incomplete contact between the two surfaces. However, the friction of graphene on an atomically flat substrate, such as h-BN or bulk-like graphene, was low and comparable to that of bulk-like graphene. In contrast, the friction of graphene folded onto bulk-like graphene was indistinguishable from that of mono-layer graphene on SiO2 despite the ultra-smoothness of bulk-like graphene. The characterization of the graphene's roughness before and after folding showed that the corrugation of graphene induced by SiO2 morphology was preserved even after it was folded onto an atomically flat substrate. In addition, graphene deposited on mica, when folded, preserved the same corrugation level as before the folding event. Our friction measurements revealed that graphene, once exfoliated from the bulk crystal, tends to maintain its corrugation level even after it is folded onto an atomically flat substrate and that ultra-flatness in both graphene and the substrate is required to achieve the intimate contact necessary for strong adhesion. © The Royal Society of Chemistry 2013.


Apart from being the leading producer of malt whisky, Scotland is also known for its unique scenic variety due to its rugged landscapes, magnificent castles and famous highlands.
The hills and mountains of the Southern Uplands lie adjacent to England and its greatest highlight is the four Border Abbeys, a 55 mile circuit linking the four main abbeys (Kelso, Jedburgh, Melrose, Dryburgh) at the Scottish Borders. The abbeys are of great historical importance as they bore witness to both the architectural creative power, and the overarching destructiveness of the English invasion.
The central Lowlands are the beating heart of the country, where the vibrant cities of Edinburgh and Glasgow are located. Visitors are attracted year round to the metropolises due to their mix of culture, history and festivals.
Scotland's capital city, Edinburgh, hosts the world famous Military Tattoo every August with Edinburgh Castle forming a spectacular backdrop. The city is strikingly beautiful with highlights such as the magnificent aforementioned Edinburgh Castle, the majestic Palace of Holyroodhouse, and Arthur's Seat, which at 251m high, gives unparalleled views of the city. Scotland's second biggest city Glasgow is a port city located along the River Clyde. The cultural hub is home to the Scottish Opera House, Scottish Ballet and National Theatre of Scotland.
Further north are the famous Scottish highlands, where the fabulous Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park stretches on for miles. The second largest town in the Highlands is Fort William, which due to its close proximity to Ben Nevis has become the centre for hillwalking and climbing. Just south-west of Inverness - the biggest city in The Scottish Highlands - lie the ruins of Urquhart Castle. From there, visitors can admire the dramatic views of Loch Ness, and may even be able to spot Nessie, the Loch's infamous resident.
Just off the coast of Scotland are three archipelagos, the Hebrides, Orkney and Shetland islands. These tranquil islands contain prehistoric wonders, gorgeous scenery, interesting wildlife and deliciously fresh seafood.
Of course, no visit to Scotland would be complete without joining a whisky distillery tour to find out about the process behind making the National drink and to take part in a whisky tasting.
Scotland's major cities such as Edinburgh, Glasgow and Aberdeen offer a varied choice of hotels, from modern to traditional and from chain to independent hotels. Hotels able to accommodate larger groups in The Highlands and on the Isle of Skye are mostly traditional.
Located in Perthshire, this distillery is one of the oldest working distilleries in Scotland. Visitors can take a tour of the distillery to see what techniques are used to produce and distil Blair Athol whisky, which is made from malted barley, yeast, and water. At the end of the guided tour, visitors can enjoy a dram in the gift shop.
Set against the beautiful Loch Ness, this atmospheric castle contains unmissable views and has a fascinating history. During its 500 years as a medieval fortress, the now ruined castle was Scotland's largest. Visitors can explore the ruins, and gather some insight into the medieval life of the castle's noble residents.
Edinburgh Castle is not only Edinburgh's but also Scotland's most visited paid-for tourist attraction. As the stirring backdrop for the annual Edinburgh Military Tattoo, it has become a widely recognised Scottish symbol. Visitors can discover the castle's many secrets on a guided tour and view the wondrous Scottish Crown Jewels.
Located in Stirling, the castle is one of the largest and most historically important in Scotland. Strategically located, the castle is surrounded by steep cliffs, giving it a strong defensive advantage. It was the location of the famous Battle of Bannockburn, where Robert the Bruce defeated the advancing English army in what would be a decisive battle in the Scottish War of Independence.
This breathtaking botanical garden in the Scottish Highlands was created in 1862 by Osgood Mackenzie on his 2,100-acre estate. The garden contains over 2,500 exotic plants and flowers, which from April to August are in bloom, creating a riot of colour. The collection of trees, plants, and flowers from around the world are a truly stunning sight.
The Glen Moray distillery started producing its single malt scotch whisky in September 1897. Distilled by hand, the locally malted barley and pure water of the River Lossie combine to produce a delicate, well-balanced whisky. Visitors can discover the distilling process with a guided tour that is usually led by one of Glen Moray's very own craftsmen.
The historic Glasgow Cathedral dates back to the period before the Scottish Reformation and was once the cathedral of the Archbishop of Glasgow. This beautiful gothic cathedral is one of the only medieval churches to have remained intact in the aftermath of the Scottish Reformation. It features stunning stain-glass windows and architectural flourishes.
Cawdor Castle was originally built around a 15th-century tower house but has since undergone many changes. Today the castle is filled with beautiful furniture and intricate portraits and tapestries. Visitors can venture into the three gardens surrounding the castle, and try their hand at nine-hole golf.
Located in the very heart of the Scottish Highlands, Cairngorms National Park, this unique experience gives visitors the chance to witness a typical working day of a Highland Shepherd and his dogs. Visitors get to not only meet the collie pups but can also bottle-feed an orphan lamb and take part in shearing a sheep.
Based in the Scottish Highlands, Tomatin distillery was founded in 1897 and combines the water of the Alt-na-Frith with barley to produce a fruity, mellow spirit. Visitors can choose from a number of different guided tours and tastings, and can even take away a special memento by filling up a bottle with some exclusive cask strength whisky.


The brain plays an active and essential role much earlier than previously thought, according to new research from Tufts University scientists which shows that long before movement or other behaviors occur, the brain of an embryonic frog influences muscle and nerve development and protects the embryo from agents that cause developmental defects. Remarkably, the brain performs these functions while it is itself still developing, marking the earliest known events of the brain-body interface. In addition to identifying these essential instructive functions for the first time, the Tufts researchers successfully rescued defects caused by lack of a brain by using widely available, human-approved drugs.
The discoveries could expand understanding of human cognition and neuroplasticity and lead to better ways to address birth defects, treat injuries and regenerate or bioengineer complex organs. Frogs are a widely used model in biomedical research because they share many basic biological mechanisms and processes with humans.


The result of hard work, guidance, discipline and talent was in evidence Wednesday at Marcus Garvey Academy's Harambee Center where beaming parents, proud coaches and loyal Detroit Public School League supporters celebrated 29 PSL scholar-athletes' acceptance of scholarships on college football's National Letter of Intent Signing Day.
With print and broadcast media on hand to document the occasion, each scholarship recipient ceremoniously signed a poster bearing their college's name and mascot, then posed for pictures and answered questions from the press.
To much fanfare, King High running back Dennis Norfleet, who previously had a verbal commitment to Cincinnati, instead chose to sign with the University of Michigan. In all, the PSL's 2012 football scholarship recipients chose 17 different colleges.
Michigan also landed Cass Tech linebacker Royce Jenkins-Stone and cornerback Terry Richardson, although both players had to miss Wednesday's program due to a scheduling conflict. They're in Texas preparing for a weekend prep All-Star game.
Nonetheless, the Division I state champion Technicians were represented by Coach Thomas Wilcher and five other players who accepted scholarships, including linebacker Laron Taylor (Iowa), wide receiver Ruben Lile (Iowa), defensive back Brandon Berry (Buffalo), defensive end Louis Palmer (Central Michigan) and defensive back Will Rembert (Buffalo).
Quarterback Brian Blackburn of PSL Division I champion Crockett signed with Toledo, while Rockets' wide receiver defensive back James White chose Bowling Green, wide receiver-safety Nicholas Tripp signed with Northwood and fullback-middle linebacker Marcellous McElrath chose Wayne State.
Finney High had eight scholarship recipients, including linebacker Kenyatta Forbes, running back-safety Anton Carter, running back-linebacker Antoine Jackson and defensive back Jovantae Turner, who all signed with Virginia University of Lynchburg. Quarterback Kendrick Mingo (Langston U. in Oklahoma), wide receiver Sean Washington (Graceland U. in Iowa), wide receiver-cornerback Rodney Underwood (Lakeland U. in Wisconsin) and wide receiver-safety Larry Jones (Lakeland) also signed from the Highlanders.
Renaissance's defensive tackle Jabari Dean (Central Michigan), defensive back Chris Norris (Northwood), offensive lineman Thor Hicks (Robert Morris) and defensive back DeMario Burton (Central State) also signed.
Other signees included King High wide receiver Brandon Tinsley (Wayne State), Douglass High linebacker Marquis Steward (Siena Heights), Mumford offensive lineman Daron Brown (Northern Illinois), Ford quarterback Victor Edge (Northwood) and Ford defensive back Kim Spurlock (Central Iowa).


One of the things that is often a sign of boring design is the spell-in-a-can, that is, a magic item that is just a way for a player to access a spell. Wands, scrolls, and staves are obvious forms of this, but so is a +1 flaming sword that lets you cast fireball once per day. That's vaguely cool—but it's not as interesting as a flaming sword that offers some genuinely new fire-based power, or that connects the power more to some combat option.
However there is another form of spell-in-a style design that can be a lot more fun and a fast and easy way for a GM to create custom foes that take players by surprise, and that's the spell-in-a-monster. In the Pathfinder Roleplaying game, the most obvious example of this is the blink dog. A blink dog isn't much more than a wolf with constant blink and at-will quickened dimension door (self only), with some higher Intelligence thrown in for good measure. You could, in fact, create a simple "blink" template that turned a creature into a magical beast, and gave it Intelligence 10, constant blink and at-will quickened dimension door (self only). Maybe you add one extra hit die, since you'll want the creature to be +1 CR. Suddenly you have the option of blink–tigers (perhaps favored allies of rakshasa), blink–eagles, or even blinkephants, if you are so inclined.
The very things that make a spell-in-a-can boring – that it introduces nothing truly new to the campaign and is something some PCs have access to anyway –work in favor of the GM with a spell-in-a-monster. The fact it introduces nothing truly new means the GM should already know good tactics for the new spell, and the spell is something *players* often have access to, but monsters are much less likely to. The tables are turned, and fairly boring foes can suddenly be a new and challenging encounter without PCs having to learn brand new mechanics.
To varying degrees the doppelganger, invisible stalker, and mimic are all other well-known and classic examples of spell-in-a-monster-design. And the fact they are so well known and generally considered worthwhile additions to the game shows how effective this form of monster design can be.
Spell-in-a-monster generally works best with a 3rd level or lower spell that is primarily defensive or mobility-based. You generally don't want to add more than one or maybe two related spells to a creature when using this kind of design, and it is best if you add them to a fairly straightforward creature. I generally prefer tacking a spell onto an animal, elemental, or giant. I prefer to avoid having to redo all a creature's statistics, so even if I change an animal into a magical beast, I don't redo all its hit dice and attacks and saves. Instead, for all of these I generally increase CR by +1, hand out bonus HP equal to the creature's new CR, and give a +1 bonus to attacks, AC, CMB, CMD, saving throws, and skill checks.
Here are a few sample spell-in-a-monster ideas, based on the spells blur, mirror image, and sanctuary.
These flames leap, dance, spiral, and spin in a constant undulation of motion, hopping from one color to another and periodically being lost in the smoke created whenever they touch and scorch any object.
Flicker flames exist in the regions of the Plane of Fire closest to the Astral Plane, where the transitive natural of the Astral causes the fire beings there to be much more active and indistinct that deep in the planar flames.
This gray, muscled figure looms out of the thick mist, its expressionless face unchanging as it hurls a stone disk at you.
A fog giant can see through fog, clouds, and similar obscuring effects with perfect clarity.
Fog giants generally rule over lowlands prone to heavy mists and rolling fogs, and form hunter-gather societies that move along with the densest mists. Some are fisherfolk, using nets to catch prey on perpetually foggy lakes. Whenever possible, they use their obscuring mists to form defensive fields of cover, and engage enemies by hurling disks of stone from out of sight. They view featureless fog as aesthetically perfect, and have no facial expressions.
This reptilian behemoth, a crocodile of monstrous proportions, is golden hued and glows with a light that emanates from its eyes and maw.
The constant sanctuary spell of a holy river guardian resets at the beginning of its turn every round. If the holy river guardian attacks a foe, the sanctuary spell ends for that foe, but only until the guardians next turn. If the guardian has a foe grabbed or swallowed, the sanctuary does not apply to that foe until it escapes.
The save DC for the spell-like ability is Constitution-based.
These enormous crocodilians are the divine guardians of holy rivers, preventing foes from despoiling or desecrating sacred places.
This collection of filthy rats the size of small dogs all move together in perfect unison, slipping past and over one another making it impossible to track any one of them.
Speed 40 ft., climb 20 ft., swim 20 ft.
Filth fever: Bite—injury; save Fort DC 11; onset 1d3 days; frequency 1/day; effect 1d3 Dexdamage and 1d3 Con damage; cure 2 consecutive saves. The save DC is Constitution-based.
The swarm rat's mirror image resets automatically once per minute.
Swarm rats are most commonly found in the sewers of cities with large schools dedicated to alchemy and/or illusion. Because each swarm rat appears to be 3-4 rats, a pack of such creatures often appears to be an enormous moving colony. They have a natural enmity for blink dogs and sphinxes.
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We are going to try and have a spring picnic / cruise in. Much like the one we had last fall at the city park in Ottumwa. We need to figure out a good date to have it and currently thinking sometime in June would be great. Currently considering the weekend of the 12th or the 19th. However we want to try and plan around some of the local car shows. That way we dont hinder the attendance of other events or our own.
Does anyone know if these weekends are open in the car show circut this year?
This event is open to the public for anyone who wants to attend free of charge. All we ask is that if you come here to eat that you help provide for the cause.
Currently we plan on renting the Wildwood Park for a day, having show vehicles on display all day long, having a cookout, having a cruise or parade around Ottumwa with our show vehicles, having a frisbee golf tournament, and hanging out for the day with others who share the same interests. There is alot of room for the kids to play at this park.
Any ideas for the event will be considered. Please share them!
We want this event to evolve into a yearly event so your attendance is very important.
We plan on hosting a spring picnic/cruise-in at the Wildwood city park in Ottumwa.
This event is open to the public for anyone who wants to attend free of charge.
Currently we plan on renting the Wildwood Park for the day, having show vehicles on display all day long, having a cookout, having a cruise or parade around Ottumwa with our show vehicles, having a frisbee golf tournament, and hanging out for the day with others who share the same interests. There is alot of room for the kids to play at this park. We all hope you can make it out to this event.
It is getting close to the picnic.
Thanks to Barb and Alisha who is helping put this together for us.
It was nice to kick it with everyone who came to our picnic.


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I'm so glad that I came across these before the birth of my baby. We have used them from day one to keep his feet in place in his babygrows. Being a tiny baby and all his clothes being a bit too big, they have made sure that legs don't end up on one side of the babygrow by his wriggling around.
We never lost a sock when our little girl was a baby thanks to these, and they never fell down or bunched up. There's not much you can do to keep a baby looking clean and tidy for long, but these kept the socks in order at least!


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Q: Using Q.promises: how to catch an async throw? I'm using Q for promises, but when setting up some tests I discover I see way in catching async errors thrown inside a function that returns a promise.
I tried to wrap it inside a Q.when and chained a fail and or as below a Q.fcall and a chained fail,but I can't get it to work.
    var func = function(){

               var deferred = Q.defer();
               setTimeout(function(){
                    throw new Error("async error");
               },100);

               return deferred.promise;

            }

            Q.fcall(func)
            .then(function(){
                console.log("success");
            })
            .fail(function(err){
                console.log(err);
            })

Is there a way to to this?

A: The exception in the setTimeout is not related anyhow to the promises, you have to catch that yourself using a try-catch-block.
Or you use Q.delay:
function func(){
    return Q.delay(100).then(function(){
        throw new Error("async error");
    });
}

func()
.then(console.log.bind(console, "success"))
.fail(console.log.bind(console));

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If there is any single coffee dogma which applies everywhere in the world regardless of varietal or process, it is that harvesting only ripe red cherry always results in a better cup, period. If all the quality improvement initiatives throughout the world made this their one constant refrain, we would all be drinking sweeter coffee. Unfortunately, this is not how it is done in Sumatra, yet. Pickers get paid by weight, and restructuring the system to incentivize the harvesting of only red cherry is actually a monumental task. The bright side, of course, is that we may have only scratched the surface of how good this origin can actually be.
There are enough cooperatives and mills that we buy from who are interested in pilot projects that we should gain a much fuller understanding over the coming season. At Royal, we love the traditional Sumatra Giling Basah profile. The heaviness and sweet, foresty notes which result from this process are unlike anything else in the world. On the flipside, when done haphazardly or when relying on opaque supply chains which treat coffee purely as a commodity, you get the dirty, musty and occasionally fermented cups which taint the perception of people of the origin as whole. A few in the industry have determined that wet hulling needs to be done away with entirely and replaced with something closer to a washed process. I think this is akin to throwing the baby out with the bath water. The reality is that wet-hulling IS a washed process, and if the proper protocols are followed, it will result in something that is not only clean, but also unique in the face of all the other washed milds out there.
Wet Hulling is no different from Fully Washed, Honey, or Natural processing. Done with care and attention to detail in a clean environment and with the shortest possible supply lines, it will result in a fantastic coffee. One example of the nu-skool approach is the washed coffee from the quasi-Government Soegee Gayo Mill, something they are calling "dry-hulled". Cherry is received, floaters are skimmed off, pulping ensues, and the coffee is allowed to ferment dry (little to no water added) for 12 to 24 hours. Coffee is quickly rinsed and then sent in parchment to canopied drying patios. It is dried all the way to 11-12% moisture before being sent to Medan for final hulling and sorting. The cup is pleasant enough, and certainly clean, but it lacks the trademark body and sweetness of the best Sumatra coffees, while also falling short of the bright acidity that is so prized in fully washed lots. I liken it somewhat to the frictionally demucillaged, "eco-pulped" Western Ethiopia coffees which have been appearing on offering sheets with more regularity in recent years. While they can be decent, they do not quite hit the mark for me.
The problem with wet hulling is not the process itself. Neither is the problem the much ballyhooed climate in Sumatra and the old wives tale that coffee can not be dried in the highlands there. The real culprit is the culture which made Giling Basah and moving coffee before it is dry attractive options in the first place. Bagging up coffee that is still wet (whether you are talking about cherries, parchment, or green) is always a bad idea and is never the best practice, anywhere. And yet this is consistently done in Sumatra because the coffee trade in the country itself relies on being able to move coffee through a long and convoluted supply chain. Farmers sell to collectors sell to middlemen sell to millers sell to processors sell to exporters, and all along the way the coffee gets dried a little bit more, "adding" value to it. This is not ideal. Cut it out, Sumatra. Fortunately for those buyers who appreciate diverse cup profiles but demand clean coffee, there are now several projects in the works which should really raise the bar for both Washed and traditional Giling Basah coffees. At a mill near Takengon, our longtime supplier has gone whole hog into the world of fully washed Sumatra coffee. This is no "dry-hulling". This is the real thing. Full Kenya-style underwater fermentation is followed by an extensive scrubbing in tiled-lined rinsing channels. Exceedingly rare in this part of the world, they are attempting to create an entirely new Sumatra profile. Keep an eye on our offering sheet this winter for this and several other Red Cherry special preparation Sumatrans, in both unique process styles.


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Hillary Bailey Smith (nascida em 25 de maio de 1957) é uma atriz estadunidense, mais conhecida por seus papéis em As the World Turns e One Life to Live.

Vida e carreira
Smith nasceu como Hillary Bailey em Boston, no estado de Massachusetts. Casou-se em 1983 com Philip Webster Smith III, que conheceu aos 14 anos. Eles têm dois filhos, uma filha, Courtney e um filho, Philip.

Smith é mais conhecida por seus papéis em soap operas. Ela fez sua estreia em 1982, como Kit McCormick em The Doctors e um ano depois, assumindo o papel de Margo Hughes em As the World Turns, papel que desempenhou de 1983 a 1990.

Depois de tirar a licença-maternidade após o nascimento de seu filho em 1988, Smith voltou à televisão, dando origem ao papel da promotora distrital de Llanview, Nora Hanen Buchanan, na novela One Life to Live da ABC. Personagem que ela interpretou de 1992 até o cancelamento da série em 2012. Mais tarde, voltou a aparecer no especial de curta duração do programa no The Online Network em 2013. Smith ganhou o Daytime Emmy Award de melhor atriz principal em 1994, por sua atuação em One Life to Live. De 1994 a 1995, também estrelou como protagonista na sitcom Something Wilder na NBC.

Smith apareceu e produziu websérie Venice: The Series. Como produtora, em 2014 ganhou o Daytime Emmy Award. Em 2014, foi a supervisora de produção de Beacon Hill, e foi nomeada para um Daytime Emmy em 2015 de melhor série dramática inovadora.  No final de janeiro de 2017, foi relatado pela Soap Opera Digest e Deadline Hollywood que Smith irá reprisar seu personagem de One Life to Live em General Hospital.

Filmografia

Cinema

Televisão

Ligações externas

Nascidos em 1967
Atores dos Estados Unidos
Naturais de Boston
Emmy do Daytime de melhor atriz em série de drama


Brought to you by Simant and myself. Please PM SimAnt for sale, or post in the thread below.
Shame on you guys. If your guildie was interested in that book you should have just sold it to him instead of trying to entice him into a bidding war with other players.
Was message guild wide for a week for the book. His fault if he didn't voice interest earlier.
instead of trying to entice him into a bidding war with other players.
First Special Swords book has been sold to Skullpants.
Currently held by SimAnt atm. Please PM him first.


Tierra Colberg, TCF's Summer 2016 Intern, hard at work supporting the education of Alaska Native people.
The end of my junior year at UAS was beginning to approach. Weather in Juneau, while as rainy as ever, was starting to reach toward summertime warmth. Sunshine glowed on the ocean, classes finished one by one, I closed the covers of my heavy elementary education textbooks with a satisfying thump and I began to think about summer employment.
That's where The CIRI Foundation comes in. I returned home from the long road trip up the ALCAN Highway from Alaska's capital and fell asleep immediately in the familiar comfort of my own house in the Matsu Valley. The very next morning, I drove into TCF's office in Anchorage, took a deep breath, and plunged into my very first job interview. The next day, I arrived for my first day of work as TCF's 2016 summer intern.
I had a very vague idea of what to expect. As a college student and TCF scholarship recipient, I knew personally how impactful and enabling a scholarship could be along the arduous road of college education, but I didn't know the little world that buzzed on diligently behind the scenes. While working at TCF, my eyes were opened to the intricate processes and procedures that allow us to award scholarships. It was exhilarating to learn so much, both about professional office life and about the details of scholarship and grant processing. I enjoyed learning the series of steps to maneuver through, and then practicing them until I could carry them out quickly and confidently.
I have three favorite experiences from working at The CIRI Foundation. The first was the period of time that culminated in the June 1st deadline, when there was always so much to do and I could clearly perceive how many students we were able to help. The second was the visits we would receive from students dropping by the office to upload documents or ask questions, because I love interacting with the people we are supporting, connecting faces and personalities to the names that I had seen on files, documents, and applications, and seeing the hope and enthusiasm shining in students' eyes as they described their education dreams. Lastly, I loved the working environment of the TCF office. My wonderful coworkers each brought their senses of humor, genuineness, and kindness to the TCF atmosphere, and they made it such a pleasant place to spend my summer days.
Overall, my experience as the TCF summer intern was a resoundingly positive one. I have a new appreciation of the minute organizational structure that underlies the scholarship application process, I have learned so much about the professional setting, and I am delighted to have been a part of connecting Alaska Native students like myself with the funds that can contribute to letting their dreams soar.
I'm excited to see all of the change and positivity that TCF will continue to unfurl as we move into the future. Immense change can (and usually does!) start by small steps forward, and each footprint behind us takes us one step closer to our dreams. If mountains rise up in front of us, let's leave our footprints on the summit. If oceans seem to separate us from our goals, let's build a boat and cross them. If winter snow obscures our vision from the destination, let's have faith and battle through the storms. I truly believe that, with the support that surrounds us, there is no obstacle too formidable to prevent us from reaching our dreams and making a difference in our world. I'm proud of organizations like The CIRI Foundation that offer their strength to us, and thankful that I was able to be a part of the story this summer.


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NASCAR Not for Sale After All
The France family isn't looking to sell its racing sanctioning body. Instead, minority investors are being sought.
By Amanda Vincent June 28, 2018
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A majority stake in NASCAR is not for sale, after all, according to a report from Forbes Wednesday. A report from Reuters in May claimed that members of the France family, who own majority control of the most popular stock-car racing sanctioning body in the U.S., had met with Goldman Sachs to explore options that included the sale of a majority stake, citing three unnamed sources. But, according to the Forbes report, minority investors are being sought.
NASCAR, founded by Bill France Sr. and later led by his son Bill France Jr., now is led by France Jr.'s son Brian France in the position of Chairman and CEO, but according to court documents related to Brian France's separation from his now-ex-wife in 2007, he does not have an ownership stake in NASCAR. The sanctioning body's only listed owners are Jim France, France Sr.'s son, and Lesa France Kennedy, France Jr.'s daughter.
After the Reuters report of the potential sale, The Associated Press obtained a copy of a memo from NASCAR President Brent Dewar to NASCAR employees that stated the France family "remains dedicated to the long term growth of our sport" and that NASCAR didn't comment on "industry rumors."
Officials with the sanctioning body are mum on the topic of a search for investors.
The France family also owns and operates International Speedway Corporation, the parent company of several NASCAR-sanctioned tracks, including Auto Club Speedway in California; Chicagoland Speedway in Illinois; Darlington Raceway in South Carolina; Daytona International Speedway and Homestead-Miami Speedway in Florida; Martinsville Speedway and Richmond Raceway in Virginia; ISM Raceway in Arizona; Talladega Superspeedway in Alabama; Watkins Glen International in New York; Kansas Speedway; and Michigan International Speedway.
NASCAR recently announced its acquisition of the ARCA Racing Series, another sanctioning body for U.S. stock-car racing.
Race attendance and TV ratings have declined in recent years, and marquee names in the sport, including those of Jeff Gordon, Tony Stewart, and Dale Earnhardt Jr., have gone the way of retirement in the last three years. Monster Energy, the title sponsor of NASCAR's premier series, recently renewed its sponsorship deal with NASCAR for only one year, carrying it through 2019, only the third year of the relationship. Upon the announcement of Monster's one-year renewal, NASCAR said it was re-examing its sponsorship structure, and NASCAR Chief Operating Officer Steve Phelps said a relationship with Monster beyond 2019 was "highly unlikely."
NASCAR Broadcaster Wendy Venturini on Way Home After Being Hit by Car in California
PRN broadcaster is headed back to North Carolina after release from California hospital for treatment of injuries from jogging accident.
NASCAR Team President Attributes Truex Jr. Sonoma Win to Crew Chief's Head Injury
Joe Garone jokes that Martin Truex Jr.'s win of the Toyota/Save Mart 350 was a result of Cole Pearn's blow to the head.
Justin Haley Scores First Win in NASCAR Truck Series at Gateway
Haley also led his first laps ever in the Truck Series at the Illinois race.


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Stanton wins HS2 construction contract for green tunnels
The Chipping Warden tunnel is expected to be finished in 2024.
Stanton Precast managing director Colin Richardson and Andy Swift at Stanton Precast in Ilkeston. Credit: High Speed Two Ltd 2021.
Derbyshire-based Stanton Precast has secured a contract from the UK's HS2 for the construction of three green tunnels for the high-speed rail project.
Spanning around 6.43km, the tunnels will be built in sections at the Ilkeston factory.
They will then be taken to the site and assembled at three places in rural Northamptonshire and Buckinghamshire.
With assembly scheduled to commence on site early next year, the first 2.5km green tunnel will pass through the village of Chipping Warden in Northamptonshire.
Stanton will produce more than 5,020 individual tunnel segments for the Chipping Warden tunnel.
This will be executed under the contract awarded by EKFB, HS2's main works contractor that comprises a team of Eiffage, Kier, Ferrovial and BAM Nuttall.
They will be joined by specialist engineers Matière who will be responsible for the deployment of the tunnel segments.
To manage the new work, new production sheds, casting and storage zones are also being built at the factory.
For the delivery of three green tunnels, Stanton will produce over 13,290 tunnel segments in total.
EKFB director Peter Bimson said: "The Chipping Warden 'Green Tunnel' is a demonstrable feat. It combines a myriad of innovative techniques, from promoting safety by taking the construction process off-site to delivering an end-product that will benefit the surrounding environment.
"This off-site manufacturing is the result of the collaboration between some exceptional teams, using international engineering expertise."
The tunnel will feature a double arch and have two distinct segments for southbound and northbound trains.
Five different concrete precast portions will be placed together for the formation of the double arch, which will include one central pier, two side walls and two roof slabs.
The Chipping Warden tunnel is projected to be completed in 2024.
Subsequently, two similar structures will be built at Wendover in Buckinghamshire and Greatworth in Northamptonshire.
All three tunnels will encompass 'porous portals' at both ends to minimise the noise of trains exiting the tunnel.
In October this year, HS2 shortlisted bidders to work as the Phase IIa Design and Delivery Partner (DDP) for the new section of the country's high-speed rail network.
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William "Billy: DiSilvestro was last seen the day after the 2011 Super Bowl in the 200 block of Ross Avenue.
Nearly two years after her son vanished, Debbie Estes still searches daily. She wears only "Billywear." Her Jeep is plastered with missing posters and her son's smiling face. Facebook pages, YouTube videos, benches and posters in local businesses also show William DiSilvestro, who was last seen on Feb. 8, 2011.
It was bitter cold during the early morning hours when "Billy D" left a Rossville neighborhood house after a night of partying and was never seen again. DiSilvestro was 28 when he was last seen the day after the Super Bowl in the 200 block of Ross Avenue. He left his cellphone at a friend's house and had no money or medication, according to his family.
By law enforcement standards, the missing person case is a cold one, but Butler County Sheriff's Detective Jason Rosser begs to differ.
During the past 23 months, Rosser has received hundreds of tips, but none have turned up DiSilvestro, dead or alive.
"I thought we had him early last year," Rosser said, noting bones turned up along the river in Indiana. It looked promising, but DNA proved it was not the Hamilton man. The same thing has happened over and over when bones are found.
In July, Rosser and a rescue team spent two days in the murky canal water on Joe Nuxhall Boulevard searching. An inmate passed a tip that DiSilvestro had been killed, put in a barrel and thrown in the water. But the search only turned up hubcaps and discarded furniture.
Four months ago, a retire Chicago police officer called Rosser after seeing DiSilvestro's face on a missing ad in a trade magazine.
"He said he saw him at a gas station holding a sign that said 'Need money. North on 75'," Rosser said. However, the tip came weeks after the sighting and the man could not pinpoint where the gas station was between the Florida state line and Tampa.
Rosser said he "has hope" that DiSilvestro is alive. There is no evidence, he said, that DiSilvestro is alive or dead.
Before her son's disappearance, Estes was an avid gardener, a competitive pool player and a bartender in Hamilton and New Miami. Now she has trouble concentrating on anything other than finding her son and helping the families of other missing people.
"It is hell. I wouldn't wish it on anyone," she said.
It has driven her to become very proactive. She and an army of friends have knocked on doors, staked out the Lindenwald neighborhood where a rumor surfaced that DiSilvestro was spotted, walked railroad tracks and river banks and even dug up locations in Millikin Woods.
"I won't be stopped," she said.
Estes latest effort is three benches in the area picturing DiSilvestro and offering a $5,000 reward. One of the benches also features Katelyn Markham, a Fairfield woman missing for more than a year. Fundraisers and donations have helped pay for the efforts.
The Middletown Journal and Hamilton JournalNews are continuing to follow the cold case investigations in our region. Investigators say they need the community's help with these cases which involve missing people and unsolved crimes.
Today's article is about William DiSilvestro, who has been missing for nearly two years after walking away from a Hamilton residence. This is the second story our year-long monthly series.
Anyone with information about William "Billy" DiSilvestro's whereabouts is asked to call the sheriff's office at 513-785-1300.


ALLEN, Texas — As part of an ongoing criminal investigation, special agents with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement's (ICE) Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) executed criminal search warrants at CVE Technology Group Inc. (CVE), and four of CVE's staffing companies.
HSI arrested on administrative immigration violations more than 280 CVE company employees who were unlawfully working in the United States at this telecommunications equipment-repair business.
This ongoing investigation began after HSI received multiple tips that the company may have knowingly hired illegal aliens, and that many of the individuals employed at CVE were using fraudulent identification documents. In January 2019, HSI began an audit of CVE's I-9 Forms, which confirmed numerous hiring irregularities.
All of the immigration status violators arrested April 3 will be interviewed by ICE staff to record any medical, sole-caregiver or other humanitarian situations. Based on these interviews, ICE will determine if those arrested remain in custody or are considered for humanitarian release. In all cases, all illegal aliens encountered will be fingerprinted and processed for removal from the United States.
This HSI-led enforcement action was coordinated with federal, state and local counterparts including the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Eastern District of Texas, and ICE Enforcement and Removal Operations.
For media inquiries about this release, call (214) 850-5940.
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HSI executed criminal search warrants at CVE Technology Group Inc., and 4 of CVE's staffing companies.
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This news release contains preliminary arrest numbers from today's enforcement action. These stats may change as additional information is collected.
This operation is part of an ongoing criminal investigation. No further details can be released beyond the details below or in the associated court documents.


On Wednesday, NASA unveiled a rather large postcard sent back from Mars by the Curiosity rover. It's in the form a panoramic image packing more than one billion pixels that was stitched together from 896 images. NASA sees the gigapixel image as a way for "armchair explorers" to take a close-up look at the Red Planet by means of an interactive webpage.
This is not the first such panorama of the Red Planet. In March, we reported on a four-gigapixel image put together from NASA images by Andrew Bodrov. However, this is the first one put together by NASA itself. The 1.3-billion-pixel image shows "Rocknest," where Curiosity collected its first scoops of Martian soil. The individual images that make up the mosaic were collected over several Martian days from October 5 to November 16, 2012.
The view is centered toward the south, with north at both ends, Curiosity in the foreground and Mount Sharp on the horizon. Since the images used to make the panorama were taken over several Martian days at various times and under various weather conditions, the end product has a slightly uneven look as the light and dust levels change from place to place.
"It gives a sense of place and really shows off the cameras' capabilities," says Bob Deen of the Multi-Mission Image Processing Laboratory at NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory, Pasadena, Calif. "You can see the context and also zoom in to see very fine details."
Deen made the panorama from 850 frames from the telephoto camera of Curiosity's Mast Camera instrument, 21 frames from the Mastcam's wider-angle camera and 25 grayscale images from the Navigation Camera. GigaPan took the panorama and converted it into an interactive pan and zoom image. It's available through the NASA website and at GigaPan, with a scaled down 159 MB version also available for download.
The video below details Curiosity's cameras.