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C.D.S. Newsletter June 2012

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This issue focuses on underfloor air distribution (UFAD) and how it is implemented in TRACE™ 700. We address the following frequently asked questions:

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What is underfloor air distribution (UFAD)?

Underfloor air distribution systems deliver conditioned air to the space through diffusers mounted in a raised floor.

Unlike traditional systems, in which complete mixing results in equally distributed temperatures, UFAD systems create a temperature gradient, with a cooler mixed-air region in the lower portion of the space and a higher temperature region in the upper portion (Figure 1). This stratification, along with the thermal performance of underfloor plenums, are key drivers in load calculations for UFAD systems.

The potential benefits of a UFAD system include improved thermal comfort due to local direct control of supply airflow and reduced ventilation rates because of higher zone air-distribution effectiveness due to stratification.

While in reality many conventional air distribution systems experience some stratification, in TRACE™ 700 overhead distribution systems are assumed to provide well-mixed spaces whereas UFAD systems result in stratified spaces. TRACE™ 700 has been able to run UFAD calculations since version 6.2 in December 2008.

Figure 1

How do stratification and underfloor plenum heat transfer affect space conditions?

Space stratification is a simple concept in which several layers of air at a range of heights have different temperatures. In the case of UFAD systems, temperature stratification in the conditioned space will result in higher temperatures at the ceiling (higher than the room thermostat set point), which will change the heat transfer dynamics in a room and between floors.

Figure 2 depicts a room air temperature profile that EnergyPlus uses in its room air model method UCSD UFAD Interior Underfloor Air Distribution. This model is also used as the basis for the TRACE™ 700 room air temperature profile for UFAD systems. This illustration is important as it determines the parameters for load calculations in the space.

Figure 2

The average occupied zone is from the ankle level (4”) to the head level (67”). In an ASHRAE Journal article on UFAD calculations, Bauman and Webster [1] state that the temperature difference calculated from the head to the ankle cannot exceed the limit of 5°F. This 5 degree maximum difference is defined as the acceptable comfort condition for standing occupants in a stratified room. Since the temperature differential is so low, UFAD systems provide supply air at higher temperatures when compared to overhead systems.

Furthermore, since the temperature can be drastically different at certain heights, the radiant contribution of the room loads can have a major effect on temperatures in the room and plenums. Including the radiative heat transfer from the ceiling to the floor and the conduction through the raised floor into the supply plenum, there will be a 35% to 45% heat gain into this supply underfloor plenum and a net heat loss from the return plenum of 10% to 15% [1].

To summarize the important factors for analyzing UFAD systems, as cool supply air passes through the underfloor plenum, it is exposed to heat gain from both the floor slab below and the raised floor above. This heat gain can be large and result in a temperature gain to the supply air inside the plenum. This will then lead to a possible increase in supply airflow to counter the heat gain.

[1] Bauman, F. and T. Webster. "Cooling Airflow Design Calculations for UFAD." ASHRAE Journal (October 2007).

How is space stratification calculated in TRACE 700 with underfloor plenum heat transfer?

The UFAD algorithm in TRACE 700 is derived from research by the Center for the Built Environment at the University of California as well as some methodology in the EnergyPlus program.

Please contact C.D.S. Support for more information about TRACE 700 UFAD calculations.

How do I model UFAD systems in TRACE 700?

For more information about UFAD systems, including how to model them in TRACE 700, refer to the TRACE 700 User's Manual (pp. 4-84 through 4-87). A PDF of the manual can be accessed from TRACE 700 by selecting Help > Documentation > User's Manual.

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Frequently Asked Support Question

What does the return airflow represent in the Checksums reports?

TRACE 700 defines return airflow as the volume of air returning from the conditioned space (not the portion of the airflow returned to the coil). The return airflow typically travels through a plenum or ductwork, although room direct configurations are also possible for certain system types. The volume of return airflow is used to size the return fan (if one is being modeled). A portion of the return air is typically exhausted out of the building through the system exhaust and the remaining volume is returned to mix with the outside air. If you want to determine the volume of return air that is mixing with the outside air, you simply subtract the exhaust air cfm from the return air cfm shown on the appropriate Checksums report.

Return airflow
The initial condition of the air leaving the room return grilles will equal the room condition. Therefore, the following will be true at point A in the return airflow:

  • Return Air Dry Bulb = Design Room Dry Bulb
  • Return Air Specific Humidity = Design Room Specific Humidity

TRACE calculates the return air temperature based on the selected return air path, calculated return airflow and the calculated loads to the plenum. Calculated plenum loads are based on user inputs. For example, assuming a plenum return, the following will be true at point B in the return airflow.

  • Return Air Dry Bulb = [Plenum Airflow * Plenum Dry Bulb + Return Airflow Lighting Load + Return Airflow Misc. Load + Return Airflow Solar Load]/ Plenum Airflow

It is important to note that the use of corridor, ducted, or room direct returns will use different (but very similar) equations. Also, if a return fan is installed in the plenum, the return air temperature increase caused by the fan will need to be added to the Return Air Dry Bulb calculated at point B.

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To help you get to know us, we’ll be introducing our new staff members to you in this and upcoming C.D.S. newsletters.

Rob Jordan joined C.D.S. as a marketing engineer in January 2011. After graduating with a civil engineering degree in 2007 from Colorado State University, Rob spent three years working for a boat manufacturer as a sales and design engineer. Originally from La Crosse, he spends the majority of his time enjoying the outdoors by biking, playing soccer and tennis, or water/snow skiing.

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Transportation Secretary Anthony Foxx's remarks as prepared for delivery, "Commemorating the 50th Anniversary of the Birmingham Civil Rights Movement"
Birmingham, AL, September 13, 2013

Thank you, Gayle, for the introduction. It’s an honor to be here today on behalf of the Obama Administration.

Just being able to say that gives you an indication of the progress this nation has made in the long struggle toward equality. Today in particular we are pausing to reflect on a truly awful moment in that struggle, and in our country’s history, that took place 50 years ago in this city.

On that day, four sets of parents sent their kids to church--what could be safer? But they did not come home.

An act of senseless violence ended four lives that had really just begun. Four sets of parents never got to see their daughters become women.

I have two kids. Many of you have children, too.  Or grandkids.

What happened that day—it is the unthinkable.

And people recognized it. When they saw the ashes of the 16th Street Baptist Church, people from all walks of life--all across America--paused. And they thought about what it would be like.

They didn’t think like black parents or white parents.  When they looked at what happened in Birmingham, they were simply parents. The children weren't white or black--they were simply children.

That event, along with others, moved thousands of people to action.  It caused them to wake up and decide that they would settle for nothing less than a fair and just nation.

And it is through the blood, sweat, and tears of so many that the Civil Rights Act of 1964 became law.  The Voting Rights Act of 1965, and the Civil Rights Act of 1968. These laws were enacted to codify a basic principle: that we are all the same, that we should all expect a basic level of fairness in this nation of ours.

So, 50 years later, here we are.

We’ve achieved so much, and it is tempting to see our presence here as proof of that. After all, I stand here today as the third African-American Secretary of Transportation, joined by the second African-American Secretary of State, and representing the first African-American president.

So, yes, 50 years later, we live at a time when there is more fairness than before.

But there is also more inequality.

The income disparity between black and white households persists, with Black and Hispanic households on average bringing in $1 for every $2 earned in a White household. The wealth gap is even worse.

And race and ethnicity still influence the odds of receiving preventive care and regular health services in this country.  In 2009, the infant mortality rate for black women was more than double that of white women. And once under a doctor’s care, the color of your skin continues to influence your chances of receiving common treatments—Including angioplasty and bypass surgery for heart disease, and routine medications for kids with asthma.

Under our criminal justice system, the inequalities are no less pronounced. African-American men between 19 and 65 are imprisoned at about six times the rate of their white counterparts.
African-Americans are also more likely than whites to be victims of crime.

The point is this: people still need to be moved to action, and we still need to work for change.

President Obama strongly believes, and I agree with him, that this Administration must do everything in our power to connect all of our citizens to the 21st Century economy.

For some, that means better access to medical care so they can be healthy enough to work. For some it means sending your kids to school with the reasonable expectation that what they learn will prepare them for the world and for work. For some it means safer roads and more reliable transit service.

Transportation hasn’t always lived up to its promise for all Americans.

At a certain point in our history, interstates were built that divided neighborhoods.  At a certain point, transit systems were built around places where people lived.

So for a time, the promise of new transportation did not mean the same thing to everyone in a community.

The challenge we face today is how to take a system that at one time codified bias and ensure that it now connects people, creates jobs, and allows people to grab a run on what the President calls a “ladder of opportunity.”

How will we do that?  One bridge at a time.

I can tell you it’s already happening.

I recently visited Columbus, Ohio, where Mayor Michael Coleman is leading an effort to reconnect the King-Lincoln district in his city. This once-vibrant community was cut off from the downtown area when I-71 was built, leading shops to close and families to relocate.

That was before. Today at DOT, we’re working with the City of Columbus and the State of Ohio on a project that will not only reduce congestion on two interstate highways, but also reconnect the city’s communities once again.

We are working with communities across the country to help ensure that today, new transportation projects are good news for the entire community.

We are also working hard to support 50 Years Forward’s goal of empowerment.

We are working hard at restoration.

You can count on the President to keep fighting for the middle class. And you can count on me to keep fighting for safer, more reliable connections to the “ladders of opportunity” the President is calling on us to build.

Connections that serve Americans from all walks of life—in urban and rural communities.

But this is not a spectator sport.

As Adam Clayton Powell observed, “Freedom is an internal achievement, not an external adjustment.”

If we want change, it’s on all of us to act.

I’m proud to be working with President Obama to help keep the fairness we’ve gained and cut back on the inequality we’ve allowed to persist.

And I hope you’ll join us in this important work.

Thank you.

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How to Blend in While Travelling

by Alex Nursall

My name is Alex and I hate looking like a tourist when I travel. There, I said it.

Okay, I know that a fair number of people are in the same boat as me, but sometimes you look through your suitcase and you realize that you’ve basically packed an entire wardrobe that screams, “I AM A TOURIST, PLEASE MAKE ME PAY MORE FOR THINGS, THANKS.”

Now, if you’re one of those people and you’re happy in your sweat pants and fanny packs (to be honest, I didn’t even realize those were still a thing until I got to Paris and saw tourists pulling maps out of fanny packs; I mean, unless Paris is trapped in 1993 permanently, which would explain the cops on rollerblades, but I digress), more power to you. Embrace your sweatshirts! Hit me with a fanny pack next time you see me! But if you’re like me and would prefer to look like a local, then here a few tips for how to blend in.

Dress the Part

This is the obvious one. I’m not saying that you have to seriously doll and up and clomp around in a pair of heels just because you want to look less touristy in Paris or wherever, but a little care can make a big difference. The basic no-nos are anything that could also be worn as gym wear (sweat pants, running shoes, tracksuits), cargo shorts (unless you are at a resort or beach destination), and baseball caps, along with heavily branded clothing. For most places in Europe, a pair of nice jeans and a dark sweater or shirt can really go a long way to helping you blend in. A great accessory to pack is a scarf since it’s both stylish and functional (especially in colder climates). Basically, think classic, simple and neutral when it comes to clothing.

Also, there are plenty of street style blogs that you can research beforehand if you’re super dedicated to fitting in (The-Streetstyle, Stockholm Street Style, Tommy Ton, Facehunter, Hel-Looks and the classic Sartorialist are all good places to start, although there are a billion blogs out there for every major city).

Leave the Giant Camera at Home

This is kind of a tough one since most travellers love taking 80 billion photos of their vacations (which are then uploaded into four separate Facebook albums so their mom can check out every moment of their trip), but those big cameras are a pain. They’re heavy, bulky, and are the equivalent of putting a big gold medal around your neck that reads “#1 Tourist.”

If you really want to take pictures, go for it (I’m a photographer, too, so I get it), but if you’re just out wandering and there isn’t any real reason why you should be dragging it along, leave it in the hotel. If you can bear to part with your camera during the less scenic parts of your trip, try to stick to phone pictures (if your phone has decent enough quality) or point-and-shoot cameras that can be tucked into a bag or pocket. Also, never take photos with your iPad. Not only do you look like you’re trying to take pictures with a baking tray, but you’re in everyone else’s way with your high-tech baking tray.

No Fanny Packs, Cloth Neck Wallets or Whatever

To be completely honest, I didn’t realize fanny packs (or bum bags, if you’re British) were still around until I went travelling through Europe. Clearly they are enjoying a resurgence because I keep seeing people pull maps, change and possibly sandwiches from them. I don’t mean to be harsh, but get rid of them. Sure, they may be useful while you’re lacing up your LA Gears or to hold your parachute pants up while you’re listening to your boom box or whatever, but they are basically big WHOOP WHOOP I’M A TOURIST beacons. A simple leather purse, a stylish backpack or a straightforward canvas bag are all much better choices (though I do recommend something with buttons or zippers since open bags are much more likely to be the target of pickpockets).

Note: If you’re looking for any easy but stylish way to haul around just a few cards and some cash, the designer Luxirare makes fantastic necklace wallets that hang on a chain around your neck and are great for keeping a few tiny things in. You can’t carry much else, but they’re good in a pinch.

Put Away the Map

Nothing is worse than turning into that person who stands in the middle of the sidewalk while fumbling with a giant map and yelling, “BUT I THOUGHT WE WERE SUPPOSED TO TURN AT FIFTH STREET.” Most guidebooks have much smaller, discreet maps within them that allow you to flip through them quickly and quietly, so a small one in a bag or purse is generally the best option.

For those who like using their phones but hate roaming data charges, you can download city maps to your phone on the Google Maps app by typing in the city and, after it’s loaded, typing in “ok maps” to download the map to your phone. While you can’t use the search function, it will still show you your location through GPS and is quite useful for discreet location checks.

Confidence, Confidence, Confidence

It’s hard sometimes to feel super confident when you’re lost in a new city. It’s even harder when you don’t speak the language and you’re staring at a sign in Finnish trying to figure out which word means railway station (rautatieasema, if you’re curious), but carrying yourself with confidence is very useful for blending in when exploring a new city. It’s the best way to trick others into thinking you belong there and can occasionally even help prevent you from being an obvious pickpocketing target (since you appear more aware and sure in your surroundings). Keep your head up, your shoulders back, and you’ll blend effortlessly into the new city. No one will ever know you don’t belong. Well, until someone asks you a question. After that, you’re on your own, buddy.

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Articles about Dordogne

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Medieval churches, cobblestoned streets, and endless olive groves: head to these small European towns to discover a country’s soul.

By Meghan McEwan

Hotels in Dordogne

Part of France’s new wave of country hotels and restaurants, this estate dates from 1677, with a 19th-century château built by one of Napoleon’s generals. Dutch decorator Joris van Grinsven plays off Les Merles’s Neoclassical bones with simple, but not spartan, style.

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Suites inspired by Maasai mud and stick manyattas with French touches (silk curtains; leather chairs) along the rim of a volcano.

Rooms have prehistoric wall motifs in this eco-lodge built of river rock and covered in vines.

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... at 7am leaving the grandeur and comfort of our longest home to date. The staff were wonderful and the hotel exceptional. I forgot to mention that Cockney Bob met a Pakistani family from Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire in England, we never did catch up with them though. A late night tea party with cakes for two truck birthdays, marked the end of our ...

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... than the restaurants and I had a chicken burger and chips. Quetta is the capital of Balochistani a large province on the south west of Pakistan. It boarders Iran and Afghanistan. The early and unfortunately named Balochs, through out history seemed to have been absorbed by larger civilisations, notably the British in the late 19th century, and then they agreed to form part of Pakistan for protection 1947, the year of ...

For Quetta Or Worse

A travel blog entry by free_range_hen on Aug 12, 2013

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... manned and they refused to let us go though to our hotel. We were unable to change their decision and faced the prospect of turning around and go back, but to where? Only residence of the central areas could gain access. A few English speaking locals tried to help but with no joy. Some of them asked why had we come here, and told us it is far too dangerous. We did pass a very nice hotel on route and a few of us crossed our fingers on that being our refuge and it was. Check ...


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Sutton Suites And Extended Stays

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    Just so-so

    The accomodations are roomy, kitchen is handy, close to airport and Southcentre Mall. But - not very clean, noisy and the continental breakfast was poor. The girl on the front counter was obviously more interested in talking to her friends on the phone as it was evident she was irritated by our presence and questions about the airport parking. Every time we were finished asking one question she would answer curtly and get back on the phone. We would carry on with another question and she would sound exasperated as if to say "what do you want now?". When we returned from our holiday and called the shuttle for pick up, the phone rang and rang, or it would ring a couple of times, sound like it was picked up and then went dead. When my husband had to take a cab to the hotel to pick up our vehicle, he was given the excuse that the phone lines were down. Rates were reasonable enough, but if you want good service and more than mediocre accomodations, pick another place.

    You can do better

    We stayed for one night before a flight to London and used their Park and Fly deal, booked on Travelocity. The published rate was $59.99 for one night plus 7 nights parking. After adding taxes and an additional two nights of parking, the bill was $92. I think you can do better for the money. The place is a bit run down, and off the main airport road.

    The website says you can walk to a movie theatre, but it is actually closed down. The building next door also appears to be closed, so the area feels sort of neglected. You can walk to a Taco Time or a Thai restaurant, but that is all. They don't really have enough parking for their park and fly deal, so there was no place to park when we arrived.

    They had to move some vehicles around to find a place.

    Incredibly RUDE 'Manager'

    This motel is run by the rudest excuse for a "manager" I've ever seen anywhere. I recommend people stay elsewhere to avoid this incredibly hateful individual who has all the time in the world to post anal responses at this site, but no time to deliver acceptable levels of customer service to motel guests! Had she delivered decent service in the first place, I doubt the Sandpoint poster would have given such a negative review. This so-called "manager" needs to retire, as she gives the "hospitality" industry a bad name.

    I keep coming back

    I found Sutton Suites and I keep coming back. My room was a 1 bedrrom mahogany apt. with all the ameneties and very clean. Having the free continental breakfast is a great convienence.

    Grim little dungeon

    We should have turned around and left when we first walked in. There was a lady screaming into her cell phone that she was not staying in a dungeon. The people in front of us were almost in tears in trying to get themselves understood. They wanted a shuttle ride and were told it would cost them $24.00 each. Our room was just being cleaned when we were told it was ready. This was 3 pm. The maids did not vacuum and washed the dishes with no soap. The bathroom had hair from various body parts on the floor and my towel had a long black hair that I did not see until I felt it wrapped around my face. There were ants in the kitchen. The bed spread was gross and the sheets did not fit the king sized bed so we wound up sleeping most of the night on the mattress.

    The bottom floor rooms are below ground level and our window had a lovely view of all the garbage that blew in or was discarded. Toilet paper wrappers and fast food containers galore. The lighting is so poor in the ground level hall as to make you think of a dungeon. On the second day after a long day at the hospital(where I had gone for tests) we found ourselves locked out of our room. We had to then convince the "gentleman" at the front desk that we had paid for 3 days and though we weren't happy about our room it was indeed ours. Not once were we ever thanked or spoken to with courtesy. We actually tried to be so kind as to get that kind of response to our courtesy. It did not work. The help screamed from one end of the hall to the other at 7:30 am and the smell from the cooking done in the building was over powering. My husband and I both like East Indian food but there was no way of venting the very pungent smell from our room.

    This was the worst of any of our Expedia stays and we've stayed in many booked via this service.

    Stayed one night

    Our family of 4 stayed at the Sutton Suites for one night as we needed to catch a 7am flight the next morning and drove in from Vancouver. I doubt anyone would actually pick this hotel for a holiday stay as the location is near a busy street very close to the airport. The reception was friendly, the room clean and the beds OK - not great but OK. The furniture is pretty cheap, as when we went to move the table so we could pull down the roll-away bed, the leg broke right off. For $56 a night though, this is a pretty good deal though we didn't use their parking or airport shuttle as I found a cheaper deal online.

    Adequate, reasonable.

    I decided to stay in the Seatac area and wasn't familiar with the hotels in the area. Did a bit of homework by reading the reviews here since I wanted a fairly large comfortable room with a full kitchen.

    Usually I stay in downtown Seattle and I'm used to staying either at Springhill Suites or Residence Inn type accommodation. One thing I did not realize was that this is not a new place. The picture they use to advertise the front of the building is quite deceptive. It actually seems like its two older apartment buildings joined together by walkways. I got a king sized bed with full kitchen. A large studio, not really a "suite" as there was no separate room divider between the bed and rest of the space. Bed was comfy. Couch, tv and dining areas had a bit lower than average quality of furnishings, though all were functioning and comfortable enough. Pros: Got a GREAT price of $40 US per nite. Easy location to get onto the hwy travelling north to seattle or south to tacoma (I was going to both locations during my multi-day stay). Front desk staff were fairly pleasant. Cons: Parking was horrible. They allow ppl who are flying out of seatac to park complimentary, which uses up a HUGE amount of their parking. When I'd come back at late nite hours, I had to leave my key at the front desk for them to shoehorn my car and to be able to move it around, I found this to be annoying. Housekeeping was inconsistent. On 2 out of my four days they didn't replenish the in room coffee, shampoo or wash the dirty dishes.

    Would I stay again? Perhaps. I was glad I didn't get sucked into going to the Sleep Inn or Jet Motel which looked like total dumps. If I had to stay in the seatac area again, I would perhaps go for a location a bit further south on Int'l Blvd by the Ramada or the Doubletree. In that end of Seatac there was much more supply of restaurants, convenience stores, gas stations etc.

    Conclusion: Good value for what you get. If you're used to staying in business class or higher tourist class accommodation you may be a bit disappointed. I gave it a 3 dot rating as I realized when I booked it that it wouldn't be the type of quality standard I was normally used to.

    Great Hotel shuttle service

    We didn't get to stay there as it was not available for the days we requested. But the shuttle service was active for them at the airport.

    We saw 3 pickups in 20 mins. while we were still waiting for our hotel.

    Will start with them next time.

    Outstanding service at Sutton Suites

    We recently stayed at Sutton Suites Seatac WA for the first time. We stayed one night and used their long-term parking facility for 5 days - all for approximately $68.

    From the first contact (Reva the manager who booked our reservation) to the last (driver who picked us up at the airport), we received excellent courteous service.

    Our large room included a comfortable king size bed, very clean bathroom, and though we didn't need it, a sofa bed. Continental breakfast was included in the price. The kitchen included a refrigerator and range (both full-size), microwave and real table settings (mats, plateware, glassware, flatware). We also had the use of pots & utensils.

    Also - and importantly - the staff made sure we were taken to the airport on time for our flight.

    We have recommended Sutton Suites to family who, like us, fly out of Seatac and and want good value in lodging & parking facilities nearby.

    Thank you for giving us the opportunity to review.

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Well, home may be where your stuff is... but Wichita is home-home. You know, I was born here, lived here for 18 year. All my family is here!!! So when I arrived at 1:30a.m. Saturday night, my cool parents were still awake and waiting for me! It was great. Sunday morning we, of course, went to church with Grandma Weezie and had lunch. Typical Sunday, just hanging out. Monday was Eric's league golf tournament. Wow. I watched 18 holes of golf! 18! I've never been that quiet in my life! It was nearly torture! But it was good to see my little (little, yeah right) brother in action! That night I used my sweet Italian influences and cooked dinner for my family. I don't think I've ever been the one to cook before. Vera, you'd be proud! Then I went out down town with Lauren, my best friend in the whole world. We always have a perfectly great time just hanging out and catching up. We always live so far apart, but our life events are always so similar. Anyway, Tuedsay was great. I woke up and had a hair appointment. For those of you that don't know: Ben Young that works at Elements at 1st and Washington in Wichita Kansas is my hero. I love him and no one else will ever touch my hair! It's been this was for the a past 5 or 6 years now. Anway, while I was down town I vistied Dad at his office and then brought lunch back to Goddard High school for my bro and his other senior buddies. I hadn't even seen that building since I walked out of it 4 years ago. For the record it still looks the same and the bio room still smells like dead cats. That night we had a family/friends BBQ at the park. I mean everyone was there! Mom mom invited half of Wichita! It was a blast. I got to see most of my cousins and their kids, grandmas and great uncle, and friends from forever. It was great. Monica (my S. American friend from childhood)even came with her family so I got to prove that my Spain adventures have paid off in my language field. Anyway, today is Wednesday and I'm heading back to Lawrence/KC area. Dad woke me up before work and I made him some heavenly Illy espresso (I brought it back from Italia) to start the day. Then I met Grandma Weezie for Breakfast and hung out with her for a while. I worked out with Mom at her all women's gym (super cool by the way) and went for a run. Now I gotta get my stuff together and hit the road again. Grandmama feels like a road trip so I think her and Mom are takin' me back up north!
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Hi again!

Here we are in London Heathrow, the place where dreams come true and it's only a few hours until we board our 15hr flight to our first destination - Rio de Janeiro! Had a wee drink to celebrate the start of our adventure and feeling slightly nervous, but so excited. Can't believe it's just the two of us for the next four months, the two of us and the world!

A little extra bit of excitment for Andy was that as soon as we got off the flight from Belfast, we bumped into Mr Neil Lennon, number 18 for you know who! We got him to write an autograph for Jilian's youngest brother Danny, so he'll be delighted with that!

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Just a few more pics to enjoy!

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Just settled into my hostel in Prague and so far so good.  I arrived early this morning so I took a tour of the Royal gardens, got a close up and distant view of Prague castle, both with a whole lot of walking.  I almost lucked out in my couchette last night, I had a whole 6 person cabin to myself until I was awoken at 12:30am by an old women wanting some rest.  How rude.  Already met a few guys from Brazil and one American, and my train ride down here was made easier by a lot of helpful Polish people.  Anyways, Hopefully I'll get some good pictures as I'll be doing lots of walking.  It's warm over here in Europe, the amount I am sweating is equal to the amount of tourists I've seen in Prague alone: alot.

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The Square really leaves my a deep impression, I don"t know, maybe a Chinese song have used this great scene. Actually speaking, really cool~

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Arriving in Forest Hill, I was struck by the distinct lack of Olympic atmosphere there was on show. Nothing had changed. What was I expecting? Flags? Posters? Bunting? Well, actually, yes. Was I greeted with any of these. Well, no. There had been lots of adverts at the airport for the Olympics, but now I was in the real London; on my walk home from the station all I saw was one solitary flag flying from a car... and it was a Jamaican one at that.

Getting home, I found my mum watching sports entertainment (better known as wrestling) on the television, so nothing had changed there either. It wasn't until I spoke to my brother and heard his obvious enthusiasm for the Games that I started to get a feeling for the Games. The best indicator of how big the Games had become (outside Forest Hill) was that the BBC had created specific Olympic television channels. Not only did they have Olympic coverage on BBC 1 – 4, but they had created 24 Olympic channels. Rather than be dragged from event to event, basically showing the highlights (usually involving Team GB), you could settle down and watch an entire match/event from start to finish. 24 channels of sport. Welcome to the Games.
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There are so many things that I have noticed are different in Prague than in America, and I am not talking about the obvious things that one would assume for the most part. For example when taking the metro anywhere it is required that you take long escalators down to the tunnels, and there is a very efficient protocol for riding the escalator, people who want to hurry and walk up or down go on the left side of the track, while people who want to just relax and let the machine do the work stay on the right side

Another not so little difference is the volume at which Czechs speak in comparison that of Americans. It is always simple to see Americans when they are traveling or in the bars because of the attention they draw to themselves, its not that they are doing it on purpose, but rather they are just louder in general because of the way that we are raised. Some of the other things that you notice are the drivers here, pedestrians do NOT have the right of way, and the drivers will only stop at the last possible moment. You learn to use the cross walks and actually look both ways here, just like mommy taught us ha ha.

I am only 3 days into the Czech intensive course that is 9 days long of 5 hours each day, but so far it is going pretty well. It is very similar to Croatian so that definitely helps me with the pronunciation as well as the recognition of words and the numbers are almost identical. My teachers is the stereotypical Eastern European woman, good looking, tall, with dark hair. It isn't hard to pay attention to her to put it nicely ha ha. The Charles University does not really have a campus like we have in the US, but rather has many buildings all over Prague. The building we are taking our Czech classes in looks like an abandoned elementary school from the war, but it has new technology in it, its kinda weird I almost feel like I'm still in the communist era when I am in there.

The food in Prague is honestly my dream cuisine, it has all the good meats with the goulash, dumplings, potatoes, and beer a man would dream of. However, you would think that with all these heavy foods coupled with the astronomical amount of beer that this country consumes that everyone would be morbidly obese; but this is almost the complete opposite in truth. I can not honestly say that I have even seen one truly fat Czech person in my time here. Everyone from young to old walks a great amount here and it helps that there are very few preservatives in their cuisine. From everyone I have talked to that is staying the full year they say that they have lost weight while here despite the large amounts of heavy foods and marge quantities of beer they drink. Remember beer is only about 75 cents here per beer so it is readily available.

I have been exploring the city more and more after class these past few days and I am definitely starting to get a grasp of the place, which is a really nice feeling especially since this is only my 5th day here. The food stands here are amazing and for only about a dollar you can get a large sausage sandwich which will keep you going for a good while. I can already tell that they will become a cornerstone of my diet while here.

This past night I went to U Flecku which is a bar/restaurant that has been in business since 1499. Yes this place is older than the United States and the 2$ beer (which is ALOT here) was definitely worth the price. I also just figured out that on Anthony Bourdains No Reservations show in Prague he went to the Pivovarsky Klub that is on the first floor of my apartment. That was an awesome revelation. I will keep updating this as my exploration and experiences evolve, hopefully you have enjoyed reading it so far.

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I am enjoying your blogs!!! Glad you're having a great time!!!!

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Niko, have you thought about a job in journalism? You have such a gift. Although if i were there with you i could help you . Keep your thoughts flowing I am getting the feel of Prauge.

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Today up for another run this time mostly around the golf course which was great, saw a spectacular sunrise. When I got back everyone was sleeping all shattered from our previous few days. Once everyone was up and ready we headed to Islands of Adventure where we were going to meet up with a friend from London, Janice and her son Matthew. While walking across the bridge to the entrance we met up with them. So great to see them. We all headed into the park. Rich and Courtney went on the hulk. Matthew, Paige and Roxton went on the Storm Force Accelatron. We then all headed to the Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man, fantastic 3-D ride. We saw Doctor Doom outside and the Green Goblin walked past us. Afterwards the kids had a photo with Storm and Rogue, while there we heard a commotion and saw 5 3 wheelers with that Wolverine ran out and jumped on followed by Captain America, Storm, Rogue and Spider-Man and then they drove off. From here we went to Dudley Do-Right's Ripsaw Falls. Rorke and Roxton waited with me while the others went on. Afterwards we all went on Popeye & Bluto's Bilge- Rat Barges. We were more prepared with our baggies and swimsuits and even though I had warned Janice they were not prepared for the deluge of water we all looked like drowned rats who afterwards sunned ourselves trying to get dry. The kids all went and played on the Me Ship, The Olive while they dried. From here we headed to Harry Potter. They all went and queued for Harry Pitter and the Forbidden Journey while Rorke and I went to have a visit at Olivander's Wand shop and watched a wand matching. The others didn't take as long as was expected as they thought Roxton wasn't tall enough and so had fast tracked them to the front of the queue only to let them on. We had forgotten with the kids not wearing trainers they were now slightly shorter and were border line now on some rides that they had previously been allowed on! Rich and Courtney went and did the red and blue dragon rides same thing applied here for her and her height. Janice bought the kids a bag of candyfloss to share. The rest of us watched a bit of the Triwizard Spirit rally before Janice took Matthew, Paige and Roxton on the Flight of the Hippigriff. I went to go with them a second time but they didn't want me to which was fine by me. We then headed to Seuss Landing and went on the High in the Sky Seuss Trolley Train Ride, the Cato-Seuss-el and One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish. We then headed to the Lost Continent to see the Eighth voyage of Sindbad Stunt Show. We sat in the splash zone and got properly splashed. Afterwards the kids had photos with the cast before heading to do the Cat in the Hat. Rich and Courtney decided they would rather do the Hulk by now Janice was up for the challenge and went along with them for the ride. We headed there afterwards. We found Janice looking pale the other roller coaster junkies had gone on again. Janice said Courtney had told her to smile when they came to the camera but all she felt was that she was going to hurl! The others except Rorke went on the Storm Force Accelatron a good few times before we all headed out the park for dinner. We went to the Hard Rock Cafe, the largest in the world. Janice and I had a Hurricane cocktail, which was really smooth. There is some amazing rock 'n roll memorabilia in there. They have an Elvis room with pictures from his and Priscilla's wedding and some other really cool stuff. There was also a Woodstock room. We had a great evening together, a nice way to end off a fantastic day. We said our goodbyes and headed home. Nice to get back and not have to worry about food so it was just bath, tv and bed. The kids are loving watching Full house. I managed to get nearly all our stuff packed so that I didn't have to do it in the morning.
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Potato River Falls

One of the most beautiful falls in the Midwest. Drops 90 feet into the Potato River southwest of Gurney. Town park with rustic campsites and a picnic area is available.

From the intersection of Hwy 2 and Hwy 169, travel 2.8 miles south on Hwy 169 through the Town of Gurney. Turn west on Potato River Falls Road for 1.5 miles.

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Two NRMA Holiday Parks have received 2013 TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice awards.

Treasure Island Holiday Park on the Gold Coast and Ocean Beach Holiday Park on the NSW Central Coast were recognised in the top 10 hotels for families and the top 10 hotels for families in the South Pacific , with Treasure Island coming in at number one and Ocean Beach at number three in both categories. Treasure Island also landed the number 18 spot in the top 25 hotels for families in the world.
ATPM, who manages the parks on behalf of NRMA, are pleased the parks have been recognised.
“The parks strive to offer their guests a fantastic holiday experience, and this award is evidence that their hard work is translating into positive traveller reviews on TripAdvisor,” said Managing Director Steve Billett..
Both properties are ranked number one in their TripAdvisor category, with an average rating of 4.5 stars.
The TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice awards are based on millions of reviews and opinions on the popular travel website and are awarded in a variety of categories each year.

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    Upcoming Gold Rush in Haiti

    Came across this article today and thought some of you might be interested. As it turns out, the fault lines in northern Haiti and the Dominican Republic are filled with gold, silver and copper.

    It also really opens up the possibility of offshore gold dredging along the Septentrional Fault, something which I don't think they are even considering yet. Something some of you entrepeneureal types might consider. Anyway, here is the article:

    Gold! Haiti eyes potential $20 billion boom - World news - Americas - msnbc.com

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    That country is so dirt poor they could use something like this to pick things up.

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    But the environmetal impact for this country would be disastrous. And the Haitians wouldn't get rich with this gold. Other countries would exploit them, take all the gold without sharing of the pie. And Haiti would stay one of the poorest country in the world!

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    Because of the rampant and pervasive corruption in both Haiti and the Dominican Republic there is little chance that mining would positively impact the beautiful people who live on the island.

    The government "officials" in both countries are so greedy that they even force bribes from aid workers bringing medicines & medical supplies into the countries (I know this from experience) so I could only imagine the bribes required to mine gold there.

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From the October 2011 issue of Treasury & Risk magazine

Shareholders Stymied for Now

The appeals court ruling on the SEC’s proxy access regs may provide a blueprint for challenges to other Dodd-Frank rules.

The overturning of the Securities and Exchange Commission’s Rule 14a-11 by the Court of Appeals in Washington, D.C., doesn’t just mean public companies won’t be required to include shareholders’ board nominees on proxy materials. It means a gauntlet has been thrown down by corporate managements and boards on a whole raft of rules being written as a result of the Dodd-Frank Financial Reform Act. In announcing that the SEC wouldn’t appeal the decision in a case brought by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and the Business Roundtable, SEC Chairman Mary Schapiro said the commission would “learn from the court’s objections” to its rule-making. She said she remains “committed to finding a way to make it easier for shareholders to nominate candidates.”

Without the proxy access rule, shareholders must pursue a much more cumbersome process of establishing proxy access on a company-by-company basis under a second rule, 14a-8.

Meanwhile, after winning this case, in which the court criticized the SEC for not paying enough attention to comments submitted and for, in effect, cherry-picking the economic impact analyses it received, business groups are expected to bring legal challenges over other regulations mandated by Dodd-Frank. A spokesman for the U.S. Chamber confirmed it is considering a legal challenge to the SEC’s conflict minerals rule, also part of Dodd-Frank.

Craig Pirrong, a professor at the University of Houston, says of the Dodd-Frank regulations: “These rules are likely to be so far-reaching and so expensive that I think legal challenges are almost inevitable.”

“The goalposts have moved,” says Jim Overdahl, vice president at NERA Economic Consulting. Five or six years ago, District of Columbia courts were ruling that agencies had to have backing for economic assertions, he says. “Now the judges are looking at the quality of the studies.”

The clients for which NERA analyzes the economic impact of regulations “are also laying the groundwork for future lawsuits,” Overdahl says. “They’re addressing two audiences at once now when they send in their comments—the agency and the judges—and that’s really new.”

The SEC has reportedly ordered its staff to review pending rules to ensure they can withstand legal challenges.

Shareholder activists are not standing still either. Jeff Mahoney, an attorney with the Council of Institutional Investors, says, “We expect that there will be a few targeted proxy access shareowner proposals beginning next year and that some of those proposals will likely be approved by shareowners.”

For more on the court’s decision, see Appeals Court Rejects Proxy Access Regs. For a look at proxy measures on companies’ political contributions, see Shareholders Target Politics.

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100-cal Snacks Will Suck Your Wallet Dry

Junk food: enemy of your thighs, now enemy of your pocketbook. Is anyone surprised that 100-calorie portions of Chex Mix and Keebler Deluxe Cookies cost three-and-a-half times more per ounce than their regular-size brethern? Or that snack-portioned Cheese Nips cost nearly four times as much?

The extra convenience—and unnecessarily wasteful packaging—costs extra money, says a new study from the Center for Science in Public Interest. ABC News notes that if you buy a large bag of the regular Chex Mix snack and divvy up portions equal to 100 calories each, you'd only be out 25 cents per portion, compared with 87 cents if you went with a 100-calorie pack. Each 100-calorie portion of Keebler Chips Deluxe Family Size Cookies cost 16 cents, but a prepackaged snack would cost you 40 cents extra."These are extraordinary premiums that people are paying for the little convenience that they're getting," said Michael Jacobson of the Center for Science in the Public Interest.

And what people what, people get: In just three years, snack-pack sales have surged to more than $200 million.

General Mills defends the added expense by pointing out the increased manufacturing and packaging costs; it says the smaller bags are more expensive to produce. Nabisco says that the snacks aren't just mini versions of the originals—their taste has been reformulated. Kellog's argument that the snack sizes act as a "built-in stop sign" that helps people manage their calories bears some truth, but you can adapt that concept easily simply by apportioning out family-size snacks in a reusable container.

And people watching their weight, which these snack packs ostensibly target, should be aware that chowing down two 100-calorie packs of Hostess Mini Cupcakes result in more calories consumed than what you get with one large Hostess cupcake.

"I think it's important to note that none of these foods are really health foods. We're talking cookies and crackers—foods that we really shouldn't be eating much of anyhow," Jacobson said. Snack happy, but snack smart. And maybe eat an apple instead, once in a while. ::ABC News

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Coming To Argentina? Find Sustainable Accommodation For All Budgets Through Travelnative

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Argentina is a huge holiday destination these days: from the Europe meets Latin America vibe of Buenos Aires to the brutal nature of Patagonia and the Andean lure of the North of the country, there's plenty for every taste. But even though there is a growing green scene in the country (check out our green city guide of Buenos Aires) and many initiatives in eco tourism (like Anda Travel), an organization of the info was lacking.

Enter Travelnative, a website that lists severa accommodation alternatives in different parts of the country along with activities and shopping facilities.While most of the eco-loding alternatives are usually high-end expensive venues, Travelnative has three different options to search for budget, middle-range and luxury places.

Some interesting listings include the Red de Turismo Campesino, a network of 50 families that offer their homes and attention to travelers to gain an additional income and improve their communities; and the Eco Pampa Hostel, where the local Green Drinks is held every second Tuesday of each month (Disclaimer: this writer is one of the organizers of the event, though has no particular participation in the hostel operations).

Travelnative also offers a service to design a tailor made trip for anyone at no cost, and their website has basic information about the different areas of the country to help you decide where to go. More on their website.

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It was called "Changing Channels." Season five.

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Abrams will do a fine job with both Star Wars and Star Trek. There are actually things of some importance going on in the world to which one can devote one's concern for the future, rather than exaggerating the importance of who directs which Hollywood movie.
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Money isn't the issue, it's lack of direction.

The Abramsverse is just that: an alt version of Star Trek designed for the sole purpose of rebooting TOS with modern filmography.

As far as a series: CBS has 2 choices: something on the small or something on the epic.

Small would be essentially having the focus on a purpose built ship.

1. Medical Ship. It goes around stamping out medical emergencies, with just enough leeway that it can get some epic stories in there without having devote more than an episode or two to the more epic story.

2. Crime fighting ship. A Crime Scene Investigation ship. (Personally I'm rather tepid about the idea).

4. Engineering ship. Sounds promising. Dunno if they ever got any suggestions on that. The stars are the limit on engineering stories.

I'm sure people can find a few more examples of a single ship series which can have plenty of stories without having to step on the toes of prior series.

The OTHER option:

Do an epic series. TNG and DS9 were both epic series, having plenty of individual stories, and some more epic stories. DS9 took it the next level when they introduced the Dominion War, and made it more of a week to week series, rather than just self contained episodes which could be viewed in any order. (Excluding a few 2 part stories, TNG didn't really have a viewing order for the episodes, and neither did ToS).

I'm fairly certain any series that CBS does, it will lend more to the week to week style, since people enjoy that, plus it lends itself to having an audience that is more engaged and likely to watch the next episode to see what happens. Most prime time shows are like that nowadays, and have been for many years.
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Musical performer Darren Foreman (also known as Beardyman), discusses the capabilities of the human voice in this sound speech. Foreman uses only his voice to create incredible music. He also introduces a musical invention of his that loops the many sounds he makes to help create something extremely entertaining.

Foreman begins his keynote by demonstrating some of the many sounds he is capable of making. He mimics children, animals, jazz bands and more. Foreman explains that the human voice is able to produce all kinds of interesting sounds, which is what pushed him to create his musical device. Foreman calls this creation 'The Beardytron_5000 mkll.' Basically this is a recording station that starts out blank and simply records all of the sounds that Foreman can think of and loops them. When the machine starts looping multiple sounds at once it becomes harder to believe that these sounds are all being made without instruments. Stats for Exploring the Human Voice Trending: Older & Chilly
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These regal menswear looks are perfectly suited for any gentleman looking to incorporate some elegantly majestic themes into their wardrobe.

When it comes to regal and royal attire, fashionistas often strive to replicate those fashion inspirations as a way to create that noble and kingly overall appearance. And while most regal apparel pieces relate to monarchs and queens, these regal menswear looks are showcasing how men of all ages can also feel like a person of royalty with a simple change in wardrobe. Perfect for anyone who enjoys dressing up and taking on different characters and costume themes, these regal menswear looks will certainly make any man feel like a royal subject.

From proud Roman captures to inflated crown accessories, these regal menswear looks will definitely add an aristocratic touch to any closet. Stats for 22 Regal Menswear Looks Trending: Older & Warm
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Show Your Man Appreciation with the Boyfriend Badges

By: Harris Jay Rosenberg Alterman - Published: • References: etsy & neatorama
After one has graduated from the Boy Scouts it's time to move on to Boyfriend Badges (a much more challenging pursuit). These cute little pins are only earned when a boyfriend completes some of the most difficult challenges that come with having a girlfriend.

Meeting the girlfriend's parents (represented with horns) is always a nerve-wracking experience. Once it's over the only fair thing to do is give the boyfriend a Met the Parents badge. Some of the more challenging pins to earn include taking care of drunken girlfriends and having to deal with crazy cats.

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The Car of Light by Jong Won Lee is Solely Sun-Powered

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The Car of Light from designer Jong Won Lee has to be the best-looking solar car concept that I have ever seen. This car is powered by the sun and features a unique styling.

The Car of Light is powered by a rooftop solar panel that powers the electric motor. What I find most interesting about this car is its interior lighting. The interior of this car looks like it was built for Prince with its purple lighting. I'd drive the Car of Light even on a cloudy day. Stats for Sporty Solar Cars Trending: Older & Warm
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Summer is all about embracing your inner and outer beauty while showing some skin; this Elle France April 2013 seems to be doing just that and then some.

Brunette bombshell Edita Vilkeviciute is captured by photographer Jan Welters as she frolicks in the water and relaxes on the beach all while looking incredibly seductive. While the model may be more covered up in some photos than others, she appears to have no problem showing off her amazing curves for the majority of the editorial. She wears triangle and bandeau bikinis, one-piece suits and barely there cover-ups styled by Hortense Manga.

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The Katie Eary Spring/Summer 2014 Collection is Bright and Bold

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Creating in-your-face fashion that cannot be held back or tamed, British designer Katie Eary has launched her new Spring/Summer 2014 line of menswear for the man who is equally loud and powerful.

Hot pink flamingos in chic bob cut wigs dwell with bright orange ombre leopards in the jungle of this designer's mind where wild animals don't have any boundaries and the color spectrum is more brilliant than an exotic sunrise. To really get the full impact of her collection, I suggest wearing the head-to-toe leopard print suit in tutti-fruity pink and orange tones with a white t-shirt underneath.

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The Liu Jo Campaign for Fall/Winter 2012 Features Kate Moss

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The Liu Jo Campaign for Fall/Winter 2012 features Kate Moss in an array of haute couture for the upcoming seasons. This new line includes skinny, flared and cuffed jeans with a distressed and sophisticated look.

The stylist has dressed Kate Moss in a collection of thick sweaters, patterned jackets, leather boots and pumps. The photographer Mario Sorrenti captured the model in the entranceway of a monstrous ivory building with checkered black and white tiles, slender pillars and black detailing on the doors.

Mario Sorrenti is a New York-based photographer and director who has worked with Kate Moss for the Calvin Klein Obsession ads. He is well-known for his nude model editorials in Harper's Bazaar and Vogue Magazine. Kate Moss looks flawless and fabulous in this new jean campaign. Stats for Monochromatic Jean Captures Trending: Older & Average
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The P.A.M x Diemme Spring 2013 Preview is Textured

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The P.A.M x Diemme Spring 2013 preview collection is luxe, soft and high quality. The animalistic line-up is compiled of chic textured footwear for women.

This collaboration hones in on female footwear. Past collaborations introduced playful interpretations for men and finally these labels have partnered to create a fashionable and fierce collection for women. The furry footwear comes in four fantastic styles including slip-on sneakers and hunting boots. Each ornate pair is made with pony skin leather at the Calzaturificio Diemme factory in Montebelluna, Italy. The manufacturer has 20+ years experience and the collection is in safe hands. Highlights from the series include leopard print slip-ons and a mock-croc patterned sneaker.

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The Globe and Mail recently interviewed Shelby Walsh, the President of Trend Hunter Magazine, to get the scoop on these top three summer memes. While briefing the web on the appeal of these popular memes, Shelby also discussed the different ways businesses and brands can leverage a viral meme and use it to their advantage in a marketing campaign. She references the infectious 'Harlem Shake' music video that rocked the Internet and gave way to hundreds of unique renditions, as well as boosted the number of subscribers to a wide range of YouTube channels.

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Hitachi's Mechanized Walking Alternative Will Please Any Couch Potato

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There are certain times when you’re walking that you just want to sit back and relax, but picking a walking alternative, such as taking the bus or the train doesn’t sit well with you.

The good people at Hitachi have developed a self-driving one man vehicle to aid people on their daily treks. The ‘Robot for Personal Intelligent Transport System’ or ‘ROPITS’ is a basically a self-automated wheel chair that was designed specifically keeping in mind the people who have a difficult time walking. The one-man vehicle only travels on side-walks and has a max speed of 3.7 mph. Passengers will input their travel destinations on a map display onboard or via the owner’s mobile device.

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