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HC Deb 27 January 1976 vol 904 cc153-4W
Mr. Robin F. Cook

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland if he will list in the Official Report those local authorities which have registered themselves under the Housing Act 1974 as housing associations for the purpose of providing lodging hostels.

Mr. William Ross

Local authorities are not required to register for this purpose. Under Section 107 of the Housing Act 1974, they are treated as if they were registered housing associations in regard to any applications which they may make for housing association grant for hostel projects. So far only Edinburgh City and Glasgow City District Councils have submitted such applications.

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HC Deb 29 June 1993 vol 227 cc461-2W
Mr. Steinberg

To ask the Secretary of State for Education what estimate he has made of the cost of his proposed one-year training scheme for primary school teachers; and what is the cost of training primary school teachers on conventional teacher training courses.

Mr. Robin Squire

There is no standard unit of resource figure for primary initial teacher training students. The cost of training any current primary student will vary according to the type and length of course, the institution

Name Kingshurst CTC Solihull Emmanuel College Tyneside Dixons CTC Bradford
Site Kingshurst School site St. John Fisher School site Newby Square, Bradford
LEA Solihull Gateshead Bradford
Opening Dates 1988 1990 1990
Planned number of pupils 1,150 900 980
Total Capital cost £ million 9.71 8.61 9.16
Exchequer contribution £ million 7.60 6.89 7.33
Sponsors' contribution
(i) committed 1 £ million 2.11 1.72 1.83
(ii) confirmed2 £ million 3.07 1.60 2.90
Principal Sponsors Hanson Trust Peter Vardy Dixons plc, Mr. Haking Wong
Contracts awarded to sponsors None Building Contract—Laings Northern None

Name Leigh CTC Dartford Britschool CCTA Croydon Djanogly CTC Nottingham
Site Downs School site Site of Selhurst Tertiary Centre Sherwood Rise, Nottingham
LEA Kent Croydon Nottinghamshire
Opening dates 1990 1991 1989
Planned number of pupils 1,250 720 1,000
Total Capital cost £ million 8.95 10.00 9.75
Exchequer contribution £ million 7.16 8.00 8.20
Sponsors' contribution
(i) committed 1£ million 1.79 2.00 1.56
(ii) confirmed 2 £ million 1.82 2.94 2.04
Principal Sponsors Sir Geoffrey Leigh The British Record Industry Trust Sir Harry Djanogly
Contracts awarded to sponsors None None None

attended and whether or not the student attracts grant from the Higher Education Funding Council for England. The same will be true of the proposed one-year courses.

Mr. Steinberg

To ask the Secretary of State for Education what consultations he has had with parent-teacher associations on his proposal to introduce one-year courses for primary school teachers.

Mr. Robin Squire

My right hon. Friend has circulated his proposals for the reform of primary initial teacher training to the National Confederation of Parent Teacher Associations.


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HC Deb 21 December 2000 vol 360 cc320-2W
Mr. Clappison

To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department if he will list for(a) 1996–97, (b) 1997–98, (c) 1998–99, (d) 1999–2000 and (e) 2000–01, (i) his Department's total spending on advertising campaigns, (ii) the cost of each individual advertising campaign and (iii) the criteria that were established to gauge the effectiveness of each campaign; and what assessment he has made of the effectiveness of each campaign based on these criteria. [142717]

Mr. Straw

The Home Office uses advertising in various media to inform the public about how they are affected by Departmental legislation, and also to encourage good practice in such areas as fire safety, crime reduction and voter registration. More recently a substantial police recruitment campaign has been launched.

Total expenditure during the years requested is as follows:

£ million
1996–97 5.23
1997–98 1.4
1998–99 1.8
1999–2000 5.65
2000–01 11.08
1 Spend to date

Figures include Value Added Tax

Advertising is undertaken through the Central Office of Information.

The breakdown of advertising campaigns excluding those under £50,000 is as follows:

Vehicle Crime Reduction 1,900,000
APSG Police Recruitment 80,000
Electoral Registration 693,000
Special Constables Recruitment 2,100,000
Fire Safety 460,000
APSG Police Recruitment 75,000
Electoral Registration 570,000
Special Constables 420,000
Fire Safety—Chips pilot 305,000
APSG Police Recruitment 75,000
Electoral Registration 580,000
Special Constables 355,000
Fire Safety—Smoke Alarms 370,000
Crime Partnerships 430,000
APSG Police Recruitment 75,000
Electoral Registration 575,000
Special Constables 910,000
Fire Safety—Chips national 1,330,000
Fire Safety—Escape pilot 345,000
European Parliamentary Elections 1,870,000
Passport Agency 545,000
Police recruitment 4,100,000
Vehicle crime reduction 4,000,000
Fire safety 2,200,000
Human rights 780,000
1 Spend to date

Each campaign is evaluated to ensure maximum effectiveness and value for money. Evaluation criteria are set according to the individual objectives of each campaign (for example increases in awareness and understanding of fire safety issues are measured, along with changes in public attitudes and subsequent shifts in fire statistics). The results of each evaluation exercise are used to inform future campaign development.

Historical data on the individual communication objectives and evaluation criteria for each campaign can be supplied only at disproportionate cost.


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An ‘automatic’ water system must have certain basic control equipment. Special system problems may require additional controls for automatic, safe operation.
Basic controls required include:
Pressure Switch to start and stop the pump at fixed on and off pressures. Without this control, the system would not be automatic. A manual switch is recommended for pumps on farm installations where the pump may be required to run continuously. These switches should be in accordance with Water Systems Council Standards.
Thermal Overload Switch – a device that will automatically shut off the motor if it becomes overheated.
Air Volume Control – to maintain the required volume of air in the storage tank. Various types of controls are available such as those which add air, those which exhaust air, and those that physically separate air from the water in the tank. The type to be used depends upon the particular installation and type of pump used. All automatic water systems that include a hydropneumatic storage tank must have an air cushion above the water in the tank. Without an air volume control of some sort, the system is not fully automatic, since the tank would become waterlogged. Tanks are available with permanent air bags installed for a maintenance-free system.
Optional controls or safety devices include:
A Pressure Relief Valve having a discharge rate which will limit the pressure build-up equal to the tanks maximum working pressure rating should be furnished with water systems that can develop pressures greater than the working pressure rating of the tank.
Lightening Protectors are common and recommended in many pump installations. The protectors are used to protect motor windings against high voltage line surges.
A Low Water Level Cut-Off Switch is recommended where pumps may overpump the source of water supply. This switch stops the pump when water is drawn to a predetermined level, and keeps the pump from running dry.
Loss of Prime Switches are available to protect pumps from running dry after losing prime.


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Monday, November 26, 2012

Just call me Martha....Martha Stewart that is!

 I am SOOO kidding! As you continue reading you will understand. Last Christmas Hugh bought me a sewing machine and it wasn't until this LAST weekend that I did anything with it. I wanted one so I could make crafty things for the home! Hugh's mom showed me some of the basics when she was here and I was off! My starter project was a heating pad. After my first stitch (shown below) the thread came out. It took me (and Hugh) 45 minutes to figure out i was turning the hand wheel the wrong way to get it threaded correctly! Now should we talk about this stitch? Yeah, let's not....

After I got over that hurdle I was off and the finished project was a success. I filled it with rice (pour some good smelling oil on the rice) throw it in the microwave for 90 seconds and you have a great heating pad!

Sunday, November 25, 2012

My first Thanksgiving as a married woman!  We were in VA for the holiday and Hugh's parents, brother and aunt came and stayed with us for a few days. It was so nice being with family. This was the first time I ever cooked a turkey OR even a Thanksgiving meal. I researched the menu and selected dishes that had great reviews and it did not disappoint. The turkey was moist and we had cranberry salad, a sweet potato dish, mashed potatoes with gravy, stuffing  and a green bean casserole. It was yummy.
It was a great weekend to reflect on ALL the things to be thankful for. God has given me so much! This year has been an abundance of blessing and I am so grateful!

Monday, November 19, 2012

I absolutely LOVE my husband! I got back last Thursday after being back in California for 10 days and walked into the house with the above signs. On the back of each note Hugh had written me little notes on why he was glad to have his wife back! :) Seriously HOW ROMANTIC! :) THEN on the counter he had a envelope with a gift card and a note to pack my bags because he was taking me away for the weekend.

He planned our weekend away in Richmond which is a little over two hours. We left Friday afternoon and got there around 4:00. We got checked into our hotel, went to dinner and then  a movie. On Saturday, we went shopping and Maggiano's for dinner! There was even a Hobby Lobby which I got SO EXCITED about. That was a learning experience as Hugh and I came to the full realization that we have different tastes! :)

Saturday night we had a night at home and continued watching LOST. We started this on our honeymoon and just finished season 4. We have settled on a church Heritage Baptist and decided on a sunday school. This is exciting as Hugh and I are starting to make church friends! :) We invited our leaders over next Sunday after church for lunch, It was such a fun weekend and I was reminded time and time again what a blessing marriage is and what a bigger blessing HUGH is!

Virginia here we come...

Who would of thought we would end up in Lynchburg, VA....NOT ME! :) I can honestly say without a doubt I know this is where God wanted us! The day we got back from our honeymoon we realized we weren't supposed to stay in California and the Lord was making it very clear that we would be headed to Virginia.
The same day we got back I got the flu! Horrible flu! Can I just tell you how thankful I was to be married and having the flu?! I remembered the previous year getting the flu, I was all alone, so sick and just laying on the couch crying! I remember praying and asking the Lord to bring me a husband who would be by my side in these times. A year I was laying on the couch SICK, and my husband was laying next to me, hugging me and reading the bible to me to encourage me. FOR REAL....doesn't get much better than that! I started crying and told Hugh about my prayer the year before and how thankful I was that he was there with me. Truly a blessing.
When I went back to work two days later I talked to my boss and he asked me to stay on staff and try working remotely.  I would fly back and forth as needed and the next week was finalizing those plans. God has been so good in this process. Not only were we quickly moving across the Country but I got to keep my job with TMC which I TRULY LOVE! Blessing after blessing.
The move across Country with my best friend was so great. We had a big group of friends come and help us pack up on a Friday night and we took off around 8 PM. We drove straight through to Texas and stayed with our friends Brady and Megan Schenk. So fun to see them in their home. Then Sunday morning we left early and drove straight to TN.
 Monday morning we drove about 4 hours and got to spend the day with my sister and her family. That was fun! Then on Tuesday we made it to Lynchburg. We drove straight to our apartment (which we had never seen) and I LOVE it! We even had about 8 guys show up to help us move in! The first week was so great making a home with Hugh! We would unpack, run errands and just spent time together. It was such a great time. We've been here a few months already and I can't believe how fast the time has flown. I am so grateful for this time with Hugh and the way the Lord has directed our steps. God is So SO SOOO GOOD!

Tuesday, November 6, 2012

Three words....BEST. TIME. EVER. We ended up staying in Los Angeles the first two nights. On Saturday, we hadn't packed for our cruise and thought since our whole family was still in the area that we would head back to Santa Clarita to say goodbye to them. On Sunday Hampton and Abby picked us up at the hotel to take us to the port for our cruise. It was so fun to get to go away with my husband for the first time and get to spend a whole week TOGETHER!!!!

We ended up taking a 6 night cruise to Mexico. Hugh and I were wondering if that was going to be too long to be on the boat but it wasn't. We had tons of fun. On the boat we would take cards to the deck and play games, went to a couple shows, we borrowed the season of  "Lost" from our friends and we would watch hours of "Lost" every day and we read. It was such a sweet time. We were in Cabo two days and one of those days we went off the ship and took a boat tour and rented a jet ski. Then the fourth day we stopped in Puerto Vallarta. We ended up going on a tour of the city. It was a lot of fun. We went to the jungle and all around the city.

The best part was just being away with the person I get to spend my life with. We laughed a lot and just ENJOYED being together and not having to say goodbye! I'm married to my BFF!!!! Love it!

Monday, November 5, 2012

Hugh and I got married at 7:00 pm in our friend's backyard. It was so special. Our wedding party walked down to "Great is they Faithfulness" by Cece Winans and I walked down to "You and I" by Steve Wonder (sung by Michael Buble').

Our good friend, mentor and my boss Mark Tatlock married us! In pre-marital counseling we had to write our own covenant to each other and we decided to use them for our vows in our wedding. I really liked this as it made things so personal for Hugh and I. We also shared communion for the first time as husband and wife. This was probably my favorite part of the whole ceremony. WAIT...i take that back....the first kiss was my favorite! :) I am so thankful to be Mrs. Hugh Jackson!
And I couldn't forget the cutest kids neices and nephews!
McClain.....THAT FACE!
My Girls!

I think Hugh and I win the award for the shortest reception!  We personally dismissed everyone from the wedding so we could say hello to everyone. We knew that we wouldn't be able to spend time with each person that came so this was our way of getting to thank everyone.  Once that was done,  we cut the cake and had the wedding party speeches. MY favorite was my sister's. She wrote words to the tune "Isn't she Lovely" by Steve Wonder and sang it to us.  We Loved it!

Not too long after this we took off! One of the ONLY things Hugh wanted for our wedding was to drive away in a cool car! We were able to do so! :) Here we are getting ready to leave as Mr. and Mrs. Jackson!

Sunday, November 4, 2012

I have been given a blessing in SIX new brothers and sister and a new set of parents! I love them. I have known the Jackson family for many years and have grown to love each one of them. During wedding week we did family pictures with my side and Hugh's side. Lots of laughter trying to get that many people together for a picture. I LOVE our FAMILY!


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Monday, March 10, 2008

Eve of Destruction: Kobe Bryant Blog Day Tomorrow!

Twas the night before Kobe Day and all through the web
Not a player was stirring, not even Lance Allred.

Yes, it's that time, ladies and germs. Time to take one day and say how you really feel about Kobe. Or at least, all the nice things you really feel about Kobe. To praise that perfect jumper, the clutch performances, that smug grin.

Here's a list of those we know are participating. If you're planning on it, and want to be listed, either let me know before hand, or just drop me a line when you've got your post(s) up.

Sactown Royalty
Empty The Bench
The Blowtorch
Bright Side Of The Sun
The Dream Shake
With Malice
Queen City Hoops
Three Shades Of Blue
Indy Cornrows
Inside Nike Basketball: Kobe Bryant (Don't ask us, we're just as baffled as you.)
Respect Kobe
Sham Sports
Have You Seen Me Dunk?
Red's Army
Stop Mike Lupica
Dave McMenamin of
Forum Blue and Gold
The On Deck Circle
Epic Carnival

Here are some ground rules.

1. This isn't facetious. If you have negative things to say about Kobe, save it for every other day of the year. We may even have a Kobe hate day, but we'll have to see about that. For this day, though, you should let out all your positive stuff that you keep inside. For example, about ten times per Laker game, Kobe does something that my instinct is for me to suddenly stand up, mouth agape, throw my arms in the air, and go "Wahoo!". But just before I'm about to take that leap, I realize it's Kobe, and I act like I was just getting up to go get some tuna salad (mmm....pickles...).

Well, tomorrow is the day where we get to expound on these virtues. It's time to give him his day in the sun, free from LeBron comparison, free from MJ comparison, free from criticism of his inability to get to the finals without Shaq, of his nights where he takes 40+ shots, free from criticism of his off season antics.

It's Kobe Bryant Blog day, and we come to praise Kobe, not to bury him.

2. Share the love. We really aren't looking for the hits. We know that sounds like a lie, but one day of traffic based off of your stuff isn't going to suddenly make us millions. Especially since we don't have any ads here on HP. Just drop us a line in email or comments and let us know you've got something up, so we can add it to the main article tomorrow that will have all the stuff we've found or been sent on KB311. That way we can all share in the glorious light of his 81-pointness.

3. No hating on the others. Just as those of us that aren't so much fans of Mr. Bryant should refrain from dogging him on this sacred day, so should his defenders refrain from trying to drag down the King. This day is about no one but the Mamba. Keep your eyes on the prize. The total adulation of Kobe.

4. Be creative! Because God knows we won't be.

We'll be posting a main link tomorrow. Drop us a line at hardwoodparoxysm (at) gmail (dot) com, if you want to be included on the email list for tomorrow.

Godspeed You! Black Emperor, and we'll see you tomorrow for the fireworks show.

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Thursday, January 14, 2010

ottoman western

Dinner at a Turkish restaurant.
Tilly and I decided that Thursday was the night to watch Yahşi Batı, the Turkish cowboy comedy I've been dying to see. We decided to catch a quick bite before the movie, at one of the many Turkish restaurants around Istiklal— I won't tell you which one, because I don't want to upset anyone that might work there or frequent the place. I'll just tell you it's a small place behind Istiklal, and it's painted green.

I was excited about dinner when it was gently placed on the table— black-eyed peas in olive oil, dolmas stuffed with barley, spinach gözleme, and savoury leeks. My first bite of the peas was met with a delicious curry-like flavour and a loud and disturbing crunch. I immediately (and as discreetly and lady-like as possible) spat out my mouth's contents into a napkin to discover a small stone was lying amongst the peas, masquerading as something edible— and now my tooth hurt.

The rest of dinner was stone-free and tasty, but I was soon disturbed again. What should have been between 16 and 20 lira, was a shocking 31 lira! I had a suspicion upon entering the establishment that we might get treated like tourists, as we were speaking English and there weren't any prices listed anywhere, but I chose to have faith in the waiter and the guy behind the counter because, well, I like to think the best of people.

We handed over our cash with a couple of questions and frowns. The guys just smiled. It happens. Sometimes you just get taken advantage of, and there's nothing you can do about it.

As we weaved down a crowded Istiklal, we marvelled at how many cinemas there were to choose from. We finally settled on Rüya Sineması, which had yellow paper signs advertising "Halk Günü 8TL". Lucky for us, Thursdays were "public days" for this little theatre, when ticket prices plunge to a mere eight lira. We bought our tickets from a very nice lady, and headed through the dark musty passage to the theatre. Tilly bought a coffee at the snack stand as I ran upstairs to use the tuvalet.

On occasion, it is not unusual to be asked by an old man or woman sitting at a table in front of the toilets, for anywhere from a few kuruş to one lira to use the toilet. This usually happens in the metro and bus stations, but you can come across it in some restaurants and as I now know, some cinemas too. It always helps to have some coins on hand.

Everything in the theatre was a different shade of brown, and there was something very 1970s about it— which I loved. Apart from us, there was only one other person there, which was very exciting to me, as I get some funny thrill out of being in an empty theatre. It feels like I can do whatever I want with no one there, but I never actually do anything except watch the movie. I guess I just like knowing that I can act like a maniac if I choose to.

Still shot of Turkish comedy Yahsi Bati.Still shot of Turkish comedy Yahsi Bati.
As I expected, lots of jokes and dialogue flew over my head, but the movie was hilarious! Loads of cultural jokes, slapsticky antics and quite a bit of hiding objects in a particular orifice humour— which was not expected. I really enjoyed it, but I definitely want to find a DVD with subtitles so I can figure out why a few things happened. I still don't get the whole sheriff/priest thing or how our heroes ended up in the Native American camp...

Istanbul Diary said...

...or Kebap Western.

szaza said...

HAHAHA! Oh yes— Kebap Western!
I love it.


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2nd Amendment - Magazine Ban: H.R. 308 Nightmare come true

From: Dudley Brown  Sent: Tuesday, April 17, 2012 Subject: Nightmare come true
     When it comes to RAMMING new gun control schemes into law, President Obama believes he has some unfinished business to attend to.
     But instead of standing up and FIGHTING BACK, I'm afraid some House Republicans could prove all too willing to "cut a deal."
     That's why it's vital you sign the petition at:
     As you'll see, this petition DEMANDS your Congressman and Senators vote NO on the gun-grabbers' Magazine Gun Ban Bill (H.R. 308) -- or any similar bill.
     If passed, Congresswoman Carolyn McCarthy's (D-NY) Magazine Ban Bill would OUTLAW the sale or transfer of firearm magazines with a capacity of more than ten rounds.
     Already own a handgun, rifle or shotgun with a magazine that holds more than ten rounds?
     You're "legal" for now. But you can't ever sell it, give it away or pass it down to your kids.
     In fact, Congresswoman McCarthy's bill would turn widows into instant FELONS if their late husbands possessed a 12-round magazine!
     Worse, some Capitol Hill insiders are telling me -- should H.R. 308 reach the Senate -- gun-grabbers are preparing to load the Magazine Ban Bill down with dozens of amendments, including the following:
*** Mandatory waiting periods and expensive, drawn-out "psychological screenings" designed to force ALL law-abiding citizens to get government approval before purchasing a firearm;
*** A TOTAL ban on all private sales under the guise of "closing the gun-show loophole";
*** A new so-called "Assault Weapons" Ban, targeting ALL semi-automatic rifles and shotguns.
That's why I'm counting on your IMMEDIATE action.
     You see, President Obama knows this fall's Presidential campaign is going to be a knock-down, drag-out FIGHT.
     But he also knows many grassroots Republicans aren't exactly "enthusiastic" about their candidates.
     So even with his approval ratings hovering around all-time lows, President Obama has a strong chance of winning another term -- IF he can turn out his left-wing base this November.
     That's why, with gun control activists like Sarah Brady and Michael Bloomberg DEMANDING action, you can virtually guarantee President Obama is going to do everything in his power to RAM H.R. 308 into law.
     And sadly, I'm afraid some House Republicans will fall in line . . .
     Remember, after the Arizona tragedy how several high-profile Republicans like U.S. Senator Dick Lugar (IN), Dick Cheney and Homeland Security Chairman Peter King (NY) all began pushing for new gun control schemes?
     If President Obama has the audacity to trot out a still-recovering Gabrielle Giffords before his pals in the anti-gun national media, do you really believe you can count on weak-kneed House Republicans to oppose H.R. 308?
     Sure, some will. Perhaps even most House Republicans will vote to DEFEAT H.R. 308.
     But President Obama knows he won't need every Republican vote. He just needs a handful to pass the McCarthy Magazine Ban.
     Not only that, but with more and more news reports saying anti-gun Democrats could gain control of the U.S. House this November, many House Republicans are going to be afraid of losing their seats.
     Under the white-hot spotlight of anti-gun media scrutiny, more than a few could end up thinking their very political survival depends on selling out and voting to pass H.R. 308!
     The bad news is, support for H.R. 308 is gaining steam. In the House, it already has 111 House cosponsors!
     Should this bill reach the Senate, all bets will be off.       That's why is so critical.
     You see, the only way you and I can WIN this fight is to PROVE to Congress that passing H.R. 308 WILL mean political pain at the polls this November.
     In short, we'll send the message to Congress that they can either vote to DEFEAT H.R. 308 -- or they can begin looking for another job.
     With your generous contribution, I?ll launch a massive three-part plan to fight back against the gun-grabbers' scheme, including the following:
1)  Contacting ten million Americans through U.S. mail, email and our state-of-the-art telemarketing capabilities;
2)  Launching an all-out public relations campaign to include op-eds, blogs, talk radio briefings, press conferences and media interviews where I'll gladly lock horns with anti-gun extremists in defense of our Second Amendment rights;
3)  An all-out paid media blitz to include hard-hitting internet and radio ads calling on key Congressmen and Senators to vote NO on H.R. 308 or any similar bill.
     Going up against the gun-grabbers' millions and the full might of a White House desperate to win reelection, this fight won't be easy. So I'm counting on you.
     In addition to your signed petition, won't you agree to a generous contribution of $75?  If that's too much, would you consider $50 or at least $25?  Whatever you can do, I hope you'll agree to contribute generously today. I'll put every dollar contribute to IMMEDIATE use.
     Since President Obama was first sworn in, you and I have defied the odds and have beaten back the very worst of the gun-grabbers' schemes.
     But McCarthy's Magazine Ban could be our toughest test yet.
For liberty, Dudley Brown, Executive Vice President
P.S. With Republicans less than enthusiastic about their presidential candidates, President Obama believes he can win reelection if he's able to mobilize his left-wing base.
     That's made H.R. 308, Carolyn McCarthy's Magazine Ban Bill, a TOP priority for President Obama. He MUST rally his anti-gun supporters.
     If passed, this legislation would OUTLAW the sale or transfer of firearm magazines with a capacity of more than ten rounds, turning widows into instant FELONS if their late husbands possessed a 12-round magazine!
     That's why it's vital you help STOP this dangerous scheme.

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The creation of a Horcrux — the "darkest art"

"The Dark Arts are many, varied, ever-changing, and eternal. Fighting them is like fighting a many-headed monster, which, each time a neck is severed, sprouts a head even fiercer and cleverer than before. You are fighting that which is unfixed, mutating, indestructible."
—Professor Severus Snape[src]

The Dark Arts, also known as Dark Magic, refers to any type of magic that is mainly used to cause harm, control, or even death to the victim. The Dark Arts are not necessarily "evil", just because it's labelled "dark".

The Dark Arts encompass many spells and actions ranging from the powerful Unforgivable Curses to brewing harmful or poisonous potions to breeding Dark creatures such as Basilisks, and its practise is often illegal or at least discouraged. Practitioners are referred to as Dark wizards or witches, the most prominent and powerful of whom was Lord Voldemort. His followers, known as Death Eaters, also practised the Dark Arts.

Nature of the Dark Arts

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Tom Riddle: "Certainly. I have experimented; I have pushed the boundaries of magic further, perhaps, than they have ever been pushed —"
Albus Dumbledore: "Of some kinds of magic. Of some. Of others, you remain... forgive me... woefully ignorant."
Tom Riddle: "The old argument. But nothing I have seen in the world has supported your famous pronouncements that love is more powerful than my kind of magic, Dumbledore."
— Dumbledore and Voldemort discussing the Dark Arts[src]

Lord Voldemort after his transformation by the Dark Arts

The Dark Arts are generally regarded as corrupting to those who use them (which is part of the reason they are considered "dark"). After engaging in them extensively for many years, even Tom Marvolo Riddle's appearance demonstrated his corruption — he lost his former handsomeness, eventually taking on serpentine physical qualities and red eyes[1]. Albus Dumbledore, in particular, suggested that engaging in any of the Dark Arts that involve murder was damaging to the soul; for instance, he told Severus Snape that Draco Malfoy's soul was "not yet so damaged" that he is probably capable of murder, but that if he did go through with murder, his soul would be "ripped apart"[1]. This suggests that using very dark magic, such as the Killing Curse, damages an individual's soul. The dark art of creating a Horcrux involves literally splitting the soul for the unnatural purpose of achieving immortality. Quirinus Quirrell was interested in dark magics, initially by a theoretical view to gain recognition, but his curiosity turned to avarice, and eventually he was completely drawn in and corrupted.

According to Snape, the Dark Arts are pragmatic in nature, where every time a branch is defeated, it only comes back "fiercer and cleverer" than before. It is therefore imperative that one's defences must be as versatile as these foul arts themselves.

Powerful dark spells also require malicious intent in order to be successful. To cast the Cruciatus Curse, for instance, one must truly desire to cause pain in and of itself, according to Bellatrix Lestrange.[2] The Dark Arts can also be difficult to control; for example, Vincent Crabbe lost control of the cursed fire he created in 1998 and was killed by it.[3] Injuries caused by dark magic sometimes never fully heal, such as George Weasley's ear after it was cut off by a Sectumsempra he was struck with during the Battle of the Seven Potters[4]. Some

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Dark creatures also have lasting impacts that are deadly or incredibly harmful to those who come into contact with them. Such as when a basilisk fang pierced the arm of Harry Potter, while in the Chamber of Secrets, he was as sure as dead with the venom running rapidly through his veins, until his wound was healed by phoenix tears. Phoenix tears is a rare substance that is hard to come across. Baslisks also petrify people who merely glance their image, but kill when you look it in the eye. Other Dark creatures include Dementors, they have the ability to suck out a person's soul with their kiss. There is no cure for someone who has had their soul removed, they also can not recover from it, but most spend the rest of their life in a vegetative state reliving their worst memories.

"You are protected, in short, by your ability to love! The only protection that can possibly work against the lure of power like Voldemort's!"
—Albus Dumbledore explains the best type of protection against the Dark Arts[src]
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According to Albus Dumbledore, the only power strong enough to enable a person to resist the temptation of the Dark Arts, and to defeat them, is love. He was perhaps referring to the Sacrificial Protection shield which Lily Potter used to protect infant Harry Potter and Harry himself later used to protect the defenders of Hogwarts by willingly taking a Killing Curse from the Dark Lord. However he was not killed by this curse, since it only destroyed the part of Voldemort's soul inside him. He spent a brief time in limbo then returned to the land of the living.

Ethical considerations

While the Dark Arts have a bad reputation, overall, dark magic is not, by definition, "evil" magic. Indeed, dark magic can be used for good as well as evil. Even the Killing Curse can be used for good, as Albus Dumbledore said that it would not harm Severus Snape to kill him (Dumbledore) as he had asked Snape to kill him since he was going to die anyway (and it would ultimately serve to fool Voldemort and lead to his destruction).

At the same time, dark magic is not the only type of magic that can be used with the intent to kill. For example, the Severing Charm can kill if used irresponsibly.

The only exception to this rule is the spell which creates a Horcrux; this is an entirely selfish act — taking a life in order to prolong one's own. This act is so reprehensible that the caster's soul becomes fragmented, allowing the creation of a Horcrux. The soul can only be restored by complete remorse for the murder, or repentance, which is actually painful enough to cause death.

The suitability of a wand to perform dark magic depends, at least partly, on its core; dragon heartstring, phoenix feather, and rougarou hair have a reputation for being suitable for it, while it's hard to perform dark magic with unicorn hair wands.

The Dark Arts and the law

"When a wizard goes over ter the Dark Side, there's nothin' and no one that matters to 'em any more [...] "
Rubeus Hagrid on the nature of the Dark Side[src]

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Although many members of the wizarding world appear to frown upon the Dark Arts, they are not prohibited (with the exception of the Unforgivables) and may even — under certain conditions — be encouraged. For example, while Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry teaches only Defence Against the Dark Arts, Durmstrang Institute teaches the Dark Arts itself. Moreover, shops like Borgin and Burkes in Knockturn Alley openly trade in Dark artefacts, and are patronised by "hundreds of people",[5] which suggests that at least some aspects of the Dark Arts are somewhat socially acceptable or at the very least legal among parts of the wizarding population.

Also, in times of war, the Ministry of Magic has been known to permit Aurors to use strong Dark magic against its enemies. When Lord Voldemort was in control of wizarding Britain in late 1997 to mid-1998, every aspect of the Dark Arts was legalised and taught at Hogwarts by Death Eater professor Amycus Carrow. However, Voldemort was controlling the Ministry at this time, so it may not be standard protocol.[3]

In addition, there is a matter of degree. The three Unforgivable Curses are punishable by an automatic life sentence in Azkaban Prison[6] when used on humans, except when permitted in wartime, whereas some types of magic can have more benign uses as well as Dark uses and, thus, are presumably not always illegal.

Known Dark magic

Dark spells

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A Dark spell is primarily defined as any spell that consistently affects the object in a negative manner, usually associated with varying levels of discomfort.

Dark spells can be classified into three groups: jinxes, hexes, & curses. These groups form a hierarchy, with jinxes at the base, hexes in-between, and curses at the top. The further one ascends up this hierarchy, the more wicked, the stronger, the longer-lasting and the less reversible the Dark spell's effects appear to be. The Unforgivable Curses are the strongest known Dark spells in existence, as their effects are very powerful and their use requires skill.

The following are some Dark spells:

Minor Dark magic, minor inconvenience to the target.

Consistently affects the object in a negative manner, major inconvenience to the target.

The worst kind of dark magic, intended to affect the target in a strongly negative manner.

Dark potions

The following potions are identified as Dark:

  • Rudimentary Body Potion: A potion used to or used in combination with other magic to create a rudimentary body that can be inhabited by a non-corporeal wizard.
  • Voldemort's rebirth potion: This potion is said by Voldemort to be "an old piece of Dark Magic"[6]. Its ingredients include a bone from the father unknowingly given, flesh from the servant willingly given, and blood from an enemy of the one for whom it is intended. It creates a new body for a Dark witch or wizard who has used Horcruxes and lost their original body, as Voldemort did. This new body is a replica of the old one and has its former powers too. It apparently requires that the Dark wizard exist within a rudimentary body that can be placed within the cauldron after all the ingredients are added. If the blood of the enemy contains protections or infections, like a love sacrifice or lycanthrophy, it will also affect or protect the wizard or witch reborn with it.
  • Drink of Despair: a Potion used in a basin in which the locket Horcrux was hidden. Its consumption caused the drinker to see "terrible things", dehydrate, and experience excruciating burning in one's insides. Because of the 'terrible things', it has an effect similar to the presence of a Dementor.[1]

Dark items

"Of the Horcrux, wickedest of magical inventions, we shall not speak nor give direction —"
—the introduction of Magick Moste Evile[src]
Some items can be bewitched by Dark Magic for various purposes. They then become known as Dark Magic Artefacts (or simply Dark items). The following items are associated with Dark Magic:[7]
  • Cursed books: Books can be bewitched to cause harm to anyone who attempts to read them. Examples include Sonnets of a Sorcerer, which causes the reader to speak in rhymes, and an unnamed book that a person can never stop reading. Tom Riddle's Diary is both a cursed book and a Horcrux.
  • Hand of Glory: A severed human hand with a candle placed within it. It provides light only to the holder, and is commonly attributed to thieves and plunderers. It is able to penetrate Peruvian Instant Darkness Powder.

    The inside cover and front page of the diary, showing the faint inscription "T.M. Riddle".

  • Horcrux: Thought to be the darkest of all objects, a Horcrux is an object (or living being) that contains a fragment of a Dark wizard's divided soul. It is used to provide protection against death.[1]
  • Opal necklace: This item turned up in Borgin and Burkes, was apparently purchased by Draco Malfoy, and almost killed Katie Bell. It is cursed very heavily, to the extent that merely touching it causes nearly instant death. It has killed at least nineteen Muggles.
  • Objects in the Black house: Some of the objects in 12 Grimmauld Place, are probably Dark, such as a music box, purple robes, and a locket Horcrux.[2]
  • Black quill: A quill that does not require ink, as it writes with the blood of the person using it. What the user writes will be carved onto the back of his or her hand, and the blood from the words sliced into the hand will be magically syphoned and used as ink on the parchment. It is used as a torture device.

Dark creatures / beings

Many magical creatures and beings alike may be considered Dark. For example: the dementor, lethifold, inferius, basilisk, grindylow, acromantula, vampire, hag and werewolf, all of which are deeply feared and/or despised by numerous different wizards and witches.

Dark practices

Some other practises that would be considered Dark include:

Known practitioners

The following wizards and witches are known to have used Dark Magic. Note that as above, the Dark Arts encompass many different types of spells, including many that seem to be in everyday use by most wizards — this section is limited to those who have used strong dark magic at least once.

Dark Wizards and Witches

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  • Some spells may not be considered Dark magic in and of themselves, but may be used for Dark purposes. For example, the Taboo curse allows the caster to track anyone who says a certain word or name. This gives the caster a great deal of power over people's speech, and spreads fear. It may thus be considered to have Dark applications, such as when it was used by Death Eaters to track their enemies during the Second Wizarding War[3].
  • The Dark Arts are similar to magic known as maleficium, which is used in a similar manner.

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  • Bleeding
  • Temporary breathing problems
  • Vomiting and dehydration
  • Infection

Factors that may increase the risk of complications include:

Be sure to discuss these risks with your doctor before your tonsillectomy.

What to Expect    TOP

Prior to Procedure

Your doctor may:

  • Do a physical exam of the tonsils, throat, neck, and possibly other parts of the body
  • Order blood tests and a urine test
  • Review your medical history and current medications

Leading up to your procedure:

  • Arrange for a ride home from the hospital.
  • Talk to your doctor about your current medications. Certain medications may need to be stopped before the procedure.
  • The night before, eat a light meal. Do not eat or drink anything after midnight.

General anesthesia is most commonly used. You will be asleep for the procedure. If necessary, the surgery can also be done with sedation and local anesthesia.

Description of the Procedure    TOP

Each tonsil will be grasped with a special tool. The tonsils will then be cut away from the surrounding tissues and removed. The tonsils may be cut out with a scalpel or hot knife. An electrical current or clamps and ties will be used to stop bleeding at the site.

Tonsil Removal

Grasping a Tonsil
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How Long Will It Take?    TOP

About 20-60 minutes

Will It Hurt?    TOP

Anesthesia will prevent pain during surgery. Pain and discomfort after the procedure can be managed with medications.

Average Hospital Stay    TOP

This procedure is most often done in a hospital setting. It may be possible to leave the hospital on the day of the procedure. Some people may need to stay in the hospital for up to 2 days. You may need to stay longer if there are complications.

Post-procedure Care    TOP

At the Hospital

  • You will be monitored for any negative reactions to anesthesia or other complications.
  • After you are fully awake, alert, and stable, you may be able to leave.

At Home

To help ensure a smooth recovery:

  • Take medications that are prescribed as directed.
  • Avoid talking, coughing, and singing for one week.
  • Drink plenty of fluids.
  • Avoid spicy, acidic, and hard-to-digest foods.
  • Eat soft foods, such as gelatin and pudding, for 3-4 days after surgery. Gradually return to a normal diet.
  • Avoid swallowing hard items such as crackers and hard cookies. They may injure the back of your throat.

Call Your Doctor    TOP

It is important for you to monitor your recovery after you leave the hospital. Alert your doctor to any problems right away. If any of the following occur, call your doctor:

  • Signs of infection, including fever and chills
  • Redness, swelling, increasing pain, excessive bleeding, or discharge from the site where the tonsils were removed
  • Persistent nausea and/or vomiting
  • Pain that you cannot control with the medications you have been given, especially if it prevents you from drinking fluids
  • Cough, shortness of breath, or chest pain
  • Spitting or vomiting blood
  • New or worsening symptoms

If you think you have an emergency, call for medical help right away.

American Academy of Otolaryngology
American College of Surgeons

Canadian Society of Otolaryngology—Head and Neck Surgery
The College of Family Physicians of Canada

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Do Lentils Make You Lose Weight

Brown lentils are commonly used in soups.

Brown lentils are commonly used in soups.

When it comes to diets, there’s no single miracle food that will make you lose weight. However, sticking with a regimen of nutrient-dense whole foods and avoiding empty-calorie processed food products will put you on the road to shedding unwanted pounds. A healthy eating plan to lose and manage your weight over the long term includes a variety of vegetables, fruits, beans, seeds and legumes such as lentils. Available in a rainbow of colors, lentils work well in soups, stews and salads.

Basic Nutrition

Like most other beans and legumes, lentils are relatively low-calorie, making them a good choice for losing weight. A half-cup of cooked lentils contains just 115 calories and less than a gram of fat. That same serving of legumes offers almost 9 grams of protein and 20 grams of carbohydrates. The Institute of Medicine recommends that adults get between 46 and 56 grams of protein a day, and 130 grams of carbohydrates. Lentils are also very low in sodium, with just 2 milligrams per 1/2 cup, so a serving won’t contribute to water retention or bloating.

Slow Carbs

Lentils are low on the glycemic index, scoring a 28 on a scale of 100. The glycemic index measures how quickly your body digests carbohydrate-containing foods. Any food that ranks below 55 is considered low-glycemic, or a “slow carb.” Carbohydrates that digest more slowly, like lentils, release glucose into your blood in a steady stream instead of a quick spurt. This keeps your blood sugar levels on an even keel, which means you feel full longer and are less likely to binge on unhealthy foods when you’re trying to lose weight.

Soluble Fiber

Eight grams of the carbohydrates in 1/2 cup of lentils are from soluble dietary fiber. Adults younger than 50 need between 25 and 38 grams of fiber daily, according to the IOM. The soluble fiber in lentils delays gastric emptying, keeping you feeling satiated for a longer time after you eat. If you are trying to lose weight, soluble fiber can help you avoid feeling hungry between meals and reaching for unhealthy snacks. It also adds some bulk to stools, supporting regular bowel movements.

The most common lentils used in cooking are red, brown and green, which all have slightly different cooking times. Lentils figure prominently in Middle Eastern, North African and south Asian dishes, such as red lentil dal, a type of thick Indian stew. Dishes that incorporate brown lentils include soups and casseroles. Green lentils are good served cold in salads, mixed with chopped bell peppers and pieces of orange, or with scallions, parsley and a vinaigrette dressing. Chef Alice Waters of Chez Panisse says green lentils hold their shape better than brown in cold dishes.

About the Author

Paula Martinac holds a Master of Science in health and nutrition education from Hawthorn University, with an emphasis on healthy aging, cancer prevention, weight control and stress management. She is Board Certified in holistic nutrition and a Certified Food and Spirit Practitioner. Martinac runs a holistic health counseling practice and has written extensively on nutrition for various websites.

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Fashion Blogger News Round Up: How Did Hurricane Sandy Affect The Fashion Industry?

Get your daily dose of what’s going on in fashion news today here in the fashion blogger news round up.

  • “Distancing themselves from the traditional concept of blogging as an impartial activity, they’re realising there is money to be made through advertising, sponsored content and even, in some cases, becoming the face of a brand.” [The Guardian]
  • “According to a study released Thursday by NM Incite, a social-media insights provider and joint venture between Nielsen and McKinsey, nearly half of all social-media users — 47 percent — seek customer service through social-media channels.” [WWD]
  • From Conde Nast to Hearst, how Hurricane Sandy impacted the media. [WWD]
  • Donna Karan chronicles her life, and her late husband’s life, in her new book. [The Cut]
  • The price tag of Hurricane Sandy. [New York Times]
  • See what makes Twitter and Square founder, Jack Dorsey, tick. [WSJ]
  • Sandy rocked the east coast last night, and celebrities had something to say about it on Twitter. [US Weekly]
  • See how the fashion industry got ready for #sandy. [Fashionista]
  • Garance Dore will start selling prints and posters of her illustrations (thinking outside of the box, we like it!). [WWD]
  • Go ahead and peep a day in the life of Tory Burch… yeah, it made us jealous, too. [WSJ]
  • Trial date is set for designers Dolca & Gabbana for unfaithful earnings declaration (aka tax evasion). [WWD]
  • It wouldn’t be a true storm without a little crazy, am I right? A real fashion moment from Hurricane Sandy. [Racked]
  • As luxury slows in China, what’s the next step? [BoF]

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  1. Melissa i loved watching you on the show. I too have lost 185 pounds. I started out at 412. My dr says i am a good candidate for skin removal and breast reduction, just waiting on insurance approval. Could you please share with me what it was like after the surgery, how did you feel and how long did it take you to recover. Did you have any complications and any help or suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Thanks and I am so happy for you and your sons.
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  2. Melissa, you are truly an inspiration to me. I watched your show last night and could relate to you in so many ways. Congratulations on achieving your goals and finding happiness!


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 Using Opera Mini
Opera Software

Using Opera Mini

Note: if you are using a BlackBerry device, see the section on using Opera Mini on a BlackBerry.

Opera Mini can be used with a stylus, joystick, 4 or 5-way navigation keys, or keypad.

If using a stylus, tap the screen to activate links, form inputs and menus. Drag the scrollbar to scroll up or down.

If using a joystick, or 4 or 5-way navigation keys, left and right provide the Page up and Page down functionality, up and down select the previous and next links or form inputs. If available, push activates links, menu items or form inputs. If push is not available, then either the "call" button (usually with a green phone icon), or the * key can be used instead. Note that you may have to activate text input fields before you can write in them.

If using a numeric keypad, the up and down keys select the previous and next links, and the following key combinations can be used:

#, 1
New page.
#, 2
View bookmarks.
#, 3
Jump to start of main content, or beginning and end of page.
#, 4
Go to home page.
#, 5
#, 6
Page information.
#, 7
Save bookmark.
#, 8
Edit settings.
#, 0
#, #
Navigate forward.
*, *
Toggle display of toolbars (if available).

The phone's softkeys (or option keys) provide the back button and menu functionality. The softkeys are usually located to the left and right, immediately below the screen. Their functions will change depending on what is written at the bottom of the screen.

Using the Opera Mini interface

Note: if you are using a BlackBerry device, see the section on using Opera Mini on a BlackBerry.

When you start Opera Mini, you are presented with the home page, where you can search, access services, and review your history.

You can use the softkeys to access the Opera Mini menu. The menu allows you to open a new page, access bookmarks, return to the home page, access tools, or exit Opera Mini. When entering a URL, you can access a list of previously typed addresses using the More menu, or the Opera Mini menu.

The Tools menu allows you to modify your settings, review or navigate through your history, add bookmarks, or view help, and report a bug. You can also view information about the page currently being displayed, such as the page title, address, icon, size and security information. Note that the connection between Opera Mini and the Opera Mini server is not secure, so all pages will show as insecure, even if they are accessed using the HTTPS protocol.

In the settings, you can say if you want to load images, if you want to use high resolution images, and if you want to jump directly to the start of the main page content when loading a page. Depending on your handset, you may also be offered additional options, such as selecting a skin, setting a font size, smooth scrolling, and navigation animations. Some handsets may also show a clock on the Opera Mini toolbar, and will allow you to set options for that clock.

Some menu items can be accessed using keypad combinations. If a keypad combination is available, this will be displayed on the Opera Mini toolbar when that menu item is selected.

The bookmarks view allows you to add, delete, and sort bookmarks, using the Manage menu. Edit any bookmark to change its name or address, and to say if it should appear on the home page. Bookmarks that appear on the home page may be accessed using Speed Dial, if this is available on your handset. These bookmarks will be given a number based on the order that they appear on the home page. The first will be given 1, the second will be 2, and so forth. To use Speed Dial, simply press * followed by the bookmark number. This can be used at any time while Opera Mini is running.

Some Web pages may offer files for download, and within Opera Mini, images may also be selected for download, depending on your handset. When a file is ready for download, Opera Mini will offer to start downloading the file, using the download manager on your phone. Your phone's download manager may need to exit Opera Mini to download a file, and some download managers may place restrictions on what types of files can be downloaded, or how they can be used.

Using Opera Mini on a BlackBerry

On BlackBerry devices, most functionality can be accessed using the trackwheel. Roll the trackwheel to select previous and next links or form inputs. Use Alt+trackwheel to perform the Page up and Page down functionality. Click the trackwheel to open the trackwheel menu. The trackwheel menu can be used to select and activate the link or form input, and can also activate the normal Opera Mini menus.

The Enter key can also be used to activate links and form inputs without requiring confirmation from the trackwheel menu. The escape button usually functions as cancel, or to close menus.

To activate the Opera Mini softkey menus on a BlackBerry, either select the menus from the trackwheel menu, or use the softkeys. On BlackBerry devices, the Q/W and O/P keys function as softkeys.

To use keyboard shortcuts on a BlackBerry, simply press Alt, then the # key, then the desired number key. To use Speed Dial, press Alt then *, followed by the bookmark number. You will not need to press Alt before pressing the number keys.

Note: you may need to select "turn wireless on" on your BlackBerry before starting Opera Mini.


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 Using the Compare Filter Options

Comparing Snapshots - Using the Filter Options

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Snapshot Compare allows the use of filters to make it easier for the user to find the exact differences they are searching for.

Filtering Options

There are two subsets of filtering options. Both can be used before and after a snapshot is compared.

First, you have the option of filtering items by status.

Checking and unchecking the above status checkboxes will cause the snapshot results to either show or hide items in the respective status. For instance, the snapshot image below shows that uspUpdateEmployeePersonalInfo has been modified in "aw snapshot 4".

After the "Modified" checkbox is unchecked uspUpdateEmployeePersonalInfo no longer appears in the results view.

Re-checking the "Modified" checkbox will make uspUpdateEmployeePersonalInfo reappear.

Filtering Statuses

There are five statuses that can be used to filter items in the snapshot compare.

 Modified    The object has been modified in on of the snapshots. The icon in the middle of the object name explains which object changed.  indicates the object changed in Snapshot 2.   indicates the object changed in Snapshot 1
 New  The object is new in Snapshot 2. Also indicated by the  icon
 Deleted  The object existed in Snapshot 1, but not Snapshot 2. Also indicated by the  icon
 Not Equal  The object changed from Snapshot 1 to Snapshot 2
 Equal  The objects are the same

Object Filters

Snapshot compare allows the use of object filters to filter out types of objects before and after a snapshot. To filter out an object simply uncheck the checkbox next to an object name. When an object is unchecked it will appear in bold red text to indicate the filter has been set.

Checking / unchecking an object with child objects will check/uncheck all of its child nodes as well. Below, "SQL Server" was unchecked and all of the child items were unchecked.

Pre-Comparison Object Filtering

Using an object filter before a snapshot is performed prevents the snapshot from comparing the filtered objects. If there are object types you do not want to be compared then uncheck the objects before peforming a snapshot compare. This is useful if the snapshot contains objects that will take a large amount of time to be compared when the comparison of those objects is unecessary.

Post-Comparison Object Filtering

Using an object filter after a snapshot is performed simply hides in the results view. For instance in the screenshots below the stored procedures are visible in the first screenshot but not visible after the stored procedure filter option is unchecked.

Stored Procedures are visible

Stored Procedures are hidden


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Upgrade or Downgrade Your Membership

Typepad allows you to upgrade or downgrade your account level at any time, including during the trial period. Although changing your account level is simple, you'll first want to consider what effect the change will have on your blogs and billing.

To change the account level, click the Account link in the upper, right corner of your Typepad account. Then, click to Billing Info > Upgrade or Downgrade.

Upgrade or Downgrade

You can select to change your account level to Plus, Unlimited, Premium, or Enterprise. For more information on pricing and features available at each level, please see the pricing page. For Business Class, please contact us by opening a help ticket.

After you select your new Typepad level and click Change My Plan, you will be prompted to confirm whether you wish to change your membership level.

Once you confirm, the change will take place right away and your account will now have the features of the new level. You will also receive an email message summarizing the changes. If you have chosen to upgrade, you will be charged the prorated upgrade fee immediately.

During the free trial, you can change your account level at anytime, and you will not be billed for the service until the end of the trial period. You can try out the various levels during the trial to determine which one will best meet your needs.

If you wish to downgrade to the free plan, see the article on canceling your Pro plan.

Billing for your account will change immediately after confirmation. If upgrading, you will be charged a prorated amount for the remainder of the month or year which you have currently paid. At the start of the next billing cycle, you will be charged at the price for the new account level.

If downgrading, your billing price will change at the start of the next billing cycle, and you will see a credit to your account for the difference between the two plans. The credit will be used to some or all of the service fee until it is exhausted.

Please note that you will be charged for upgrading immediately. The prorated upgrade fee will not be refunded if you downgrade but a credit will be applied to your account. The credit will be applied to your next billing cycle, not refunded to your credit card.

Upgrading your account will not affect your blog content or design. However, downgrading your account may inhibit your ability to edit your blog settings if specific features are no longer available at your particular subscription level.

For example, if downgrading from the Unlimited plan to Plus while using an Advanced Template Set, you will want to apply a theme to your blog before downgrading as the Advanced Template feature will not be available to edit your blog's design with the Plus plan. It is not possible to disable particular features without upgrading back to the previous level to disable them. This may incur additional upgrade charges.

Other features that may not be available when you downgrade:

  • Number of blogs
  • Custom Theme, including the use of a custom banner
  • Domain Mapping
  • Advanced Templates
  • Custom CSS

You can compare the features available at each subscription levels here. If you are unsure if downgrading will affect how your blog is set up, you should open a help ticket for additional support.

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