![]() ![]() Besides, sometimes the better villains are the ones you don't know too much about, or see a lot of. Granted, the producers did not develop him in any great depth, but they showed enough of him to remind us of his threat to China. This is what makes him so effective as a villain, showing how truly human he indeed is. We see the destruction that his army lays to a village, and when Mulan finds the doll, it shows that Shan Yu left no one living, man, woman or child. He is portrayed as a man, and as a man that could have truly existed, performing vicious acts that men do. By that, I mean that he is not magical, he holds no special power. Though not as memorable as Jafar or Ursula, he is more effective and more menacing because he is not fantastic. ![]() (And it is these strengths that Shang is attracted to at the end.) This movie also has a simple, but very effective villain, Shan Yu. She later doubts herself and her reasons for going, but she did so because of her inner strengths, something other female Disney leads too often lack. She doesn't wish to become a man to see what it is like or for a change. When you see her make her decision to take her father's place in the army, she does so out of her love for him, valuing his life above hers. She begs for her father's life when Chi-Fu came to the village. She doesn't waste time pining about "will I ever find true love?" Indeed, we see that she has an attraction to Shang (as he was her husband in the legends,) but we see her uncomfortable and unsure of meeting the Match-maker. She also speaks her mind, even in a culture that does not allow such a thing. She is quick to act, like Eric (mermaid.) And she sacrifices herself for the sake of others, like Hercules. Mulan, in fact, has more in common with male Disney leads than the female Disney leads. And while she does share some traits among this list, she stands out because she does something that these do not. She isn't like Jasmine, who sits in luxury, waiting to be swept off her feet by Prince Charming, just like Snow White, Cinderella, Sleeping Beauty, and almost any female character that Disney brings to life. She isn't like Ariel, who wants to be someone else. She doesn't want for herself, and she seeks to look deeper within herself to discover her inner being. She isn't counted among the Disney "princesses" line-up. For once, we have a strong female lead, or at the least, stronger than most of them. Mulan sticks out in my mind for this reason. I was impressed by this Disney film for so many reasons, too many to list here, but I will go on the record as saying that Mulan has got to be one of the best Disney female characters that ever saw production, in the midst of a colorful and artistic film, that will resonate in your memory. ![]()
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![]() Most of the time, our hopes and dreams (our will) for our children is not as specific as the exact person that they marry or the exact college they will go to, the career they will have or city they will live in. When we have children, we have hopes and dreams for them. Here is a perspective I’ve found helpful when it comes to this question. The good news is that I believe God can adjust to a plan B throughout our lives. Sometimes we misunderstand and other times we’re determined to do what we want at multiple times in our lives. I’m sure that none of us get God’s plan correct at all times in our lives. Now with cost cutting to the bone, there’s very little left, and good luck trying to find a way to read it.One of my favorite scripture passages is Jeremiah 29:11 which states “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” That’s a very inspiring and comforting passage for many, but it has also led to the following question for others “If I mess up God’s plan, does that mean I will miss out on the blessings and joy of God’s will for my life?” The Sentinel was a good paper 20 years ago. Seriously, think twice about purchasing a subscription here. Maybe I’ll just cancel the credit card the subscription is attached to. But to cancel I have to spend a minimum of 30 minutes on hold before I can talk to some guy in India who functions as the circulation department. If the e-paper just worked I would grumble but put up with it to support local journalism. I pay twice as much for my Sentinel subscription as I do for my Tampa Bay Times ($7 a month) and Washington Post ($100 a year) e-subscriptions. The e-newspaper, a replica of the print version, has some substance, but the damned thing crashes or produces a black screen whenever I try to access it. The website is stocked with filler, old news, brief, never-followed up police reports, and short paragraphs rewritten from Twitter. I pay $16 a month for a subscription to electronic content only, but trying to read the paper is nearly impossible. There’s no investment in the paper, just in its overlords’ profits. You can tell the Sentinel, once part of the proud Chicago Tribune chain, is owned by a venture capital company. Incredible expense for little content presented in a crashy app If you're still experiencing crashes or freezes after installing this update, please contact us at A quick email to our support team helps our developers identify and resolve crashes faster. We've been working hard to fix any and all crashes in the app. Questions about your subscription, including adding or removing Web access to the Orlando Sentinel website from your app access, can be directed to Customer Service: 40. ![]()
![]() ![]() The store is solely run by meditation and/or entertainment enthusiasts, and you can see this best in action in the level of their customer service. Out of all the stores I’ve found and used, the production quality of the music Is by far, the very best.Īnd in fact, there are plenty of therapists, as well as alternative medical institutions that use their very music in their own treatments. This is at the top of the list, and for good reason. ![]() Brainwave Alchemy (or read my review of them)įirst, we are starting the list out with.BlissCoded Sound (or read our review of them).Unexplainable store (read our review of them here).Binaural Beats Meditation (or read our review of them).Oh, before reading much more you should read the post I wrote about how to use binaural beats for maximum benefits, you’ll get SO MUCH more out of these tracks if you follow those tips! Okay onwards. To save you some time if you just want to know the BEST binaural beats and don’t want to read the whole post, click the links below to go to their websites or to read our detailed reviews of each binaural beats provider. In most cases clicking the link will give you a discount or a free trial of the beats packages. This list isn’t in any particular order, and any links will open in new tabs. ![]() Best binaural beats for sleeping, dreaming and lucid dreaming.Best binaural beats for studying or concentrating.4: Unexplainable store brainwave entrainment.It is best used when taking a nap during the day. This binaural beat for lucid dreaming is based on a 90 minute sleep cycle. Just get a Youtube downloader by searching “youtuber downloader” on Google. Here is a free mp3 of binaural beats you can download from Youtube. In our upcoming video training course on lucid dreaming we provide great resources and a nice bonus for those interested. There are so many binaural beats out there, make sure to really do your research. Once you have determined your purpose, you must find binaural beats that fulfill this purpose. Evaluate why you are using binaural beats.ĭo you want to have a preset that you listen to all night?ĭo you want to use them before bed to entrain your brain into the right state?ĭo you want to use them in the morning for the same purpose?Ģ. How to use binaural beats for lucid dreamingġ. Use binaural beats for lucid dreaming in a safe environment, preferably on your bed where no one will disturb you. ![]() However, if you have serious health issues, suffer from schizophrenia, have seizures, or any other type of serious mental instability it is not recommended to use binaural beats for lucid dreaming or otherwise.Ĭhildren should stay away and of course never operate heavy machinery or drive your car when using binaural beats. It is a mild way to help you into a mind state you would like. Just subscribe to our email list.Īre binaural beats safe? Are binaural beats dangerous?įor the general population binaural beats for lucid dreaming are safe. You can learn more in our upcoming video training course if you are interested. These presets are often based on our normal sleep cycles, so they help you bring awareness when you are likely to be in a dream. You can also use certain preset binaural beats that specifically help in inducing lucid dreams. Binaural beats can be helpful for both types of people. Some fall asleep too easily, and then need a bit more awareness as they fall asleep, while others have trouble falling asleep and therefore need help relaxing. One of the biggest issues people have when learning to lucid dream is they can’t reach the relaxed state needed to slip into a dream lucidly. Why use binaural beats for lucid dreaming?īecause they can be effective. You can use binaural beats to induce sleep, relaxation, alertness, and most importantly: lucid dreaming. When the brain is giving off brainwaves mostly in the 10 hertz range, the person becomes very relaxed, getting ready for sleep or meditation. A frequency of 500 hertz is played in one ear, 510 hertz in the other, and the brain will then entrain to 10 hertz. The effect occurs when you wear stereo headphones. They are actually more of an effect, a perceptual effect to be exact. Binaural beats are the name given to a certain type of music or frequencies that can train the brain into different states. ![]() ![]() ![]() The dials to control volume and microphone mute located on the earcups are fairly simple to use and slide freely, though I did sometimes find myself finger fencing with the steel frame as it did tend to get in the way at times. The headband is comfortable and easily adjusts as you would expect with the suspension design but it feels noticeable and one wonders whether it is actually an improvement in comfort over a simple leather strap. The clamp strength is acceptable but could have been weaker and the headset itself can feel a little heavy after a while, sitting at 450g, they are certainly more on the heavier side of things. In warmer weather, some may find the huge padding may turn their head into an oven, though, I didn't experience any discomfort or overheating after fairly long sessions at a room temperature of around 21☌. The oversized padding completely envelopes your ears isolating them in a way that creates an acoustic chamber that also reduces external noises passively. This is something that can sway peoples decisions about a product as many, including myself, prefer a true circum-aural headphone, however, I found it very forgiving and comfortable once you get it in the right position, even when wearing glasses. When you put the Siberia Elite on, you instantly notice how soft the padding is, though the opening in the earcup is only 2" in diameter and could have been larger as it does press on your ears a little. ![]() There is also a mobile adaptor included to use with a smartphone. You can also use the included adaptors to use with 3.5mm jacks, whether it be with the included USB sound card or an alternative audio output source. You will need to download the driver from SteelSeries which shouldn't take too long depending on your download speed. Sep 6th 2022 SteelSeries Outs the Apex 9 Mini Keyboard with Optical Switches and 0.There are a variety of ways to setup the Siberia Elite, the most likely way people will choose would be via the mini USB to the included USB sound card.May 23rd 2023 Steelseries Introduces Diablo IV Limited Edition Collection (4).May 17th 2023 SteelSeries Partners with GameStop for the Exclusive North American Launch of the Arctis Nova 4 for PlayStation and Xbox (0).Siberia Elite Anniversary Edition Headset owners will also receive a perfect-fit hard-shell carrying case for storage and travel, as well as membership in the Siberia Elite Anniversary Club, where members will receive exclusive offers from SteelSeries throughout the 2014 celebration. At its core, the Anniversary Edition flaunts everything that Siberia Elite has been praised for - amazing comfort, 16.8 million colors of illumination options and immersive, virtual-7.1 Dolby surround sound. The all-white Siberia Elite Anniversary Edition headset features subtle differences and anniversary detailing on the inner earcup mesh. To commemorate the year Siberia was introduced to gamers, there will only be 2,004 exclusive units made available - each with a unique laser-etched unit number on the metal headband. SteelSeries, the leading global manufacturer of gaming peripherals and accessories, will be celebrating the 10-year anniversary of its Siberia Headset line in 2014 in honor of the celebration, SteelSeries is introducing the Anniversary Edition of the Siberia Elite Gaming Headset. ![]() ![]() ![]() State CHAR (2 ) REFERENCES states - state column references the primary key in states table. Many databases (Oracle, Sybase SQL Anywhere i.e) allow a simplified syntax to specify a foreign key constraint: | Boston | MA | The Right Way to Create FOREIGN KEY Constraint in MySQL ![]() Empty set (0.00 sec) - Row violating foreign key constraint still exists SELECT * FROM cities ERROR 1452 (23000): Cannot add or update a child row: a foreign key constraint fails SELECT * FROM states INSERT INTO cities VALUES ( 'New York', 'NY' ) Inserting rows that violate the foreign key constraints anymore: Then when you enable foreign key constraints check, MySQL does not re-validate data, but does not allow Now we can insert row INSERT INTO cities VALUES ( 'Boston', 'MA' ) Do not check referential constraints SET FOREIGN_KEY_CHECKS = 0 materialized views, triggers, foreign keys, and stored procedures. You can disable referential integrity checks, and insert a row that violates FOREIGN KEY constraint: PostgreSQL also known as Postgres, is a free and open-source relational database management. ![]() ERROR 1452 (23000): Cannot add or update a child row: a foreign key constraint fails Try to insert a row to child table (corresponding rows does not exist in the parent table) INSERT INTO cities VALUES ( 'Boston', 'MA' ) State CHAR (2 ), FOREIGN KEY (state ) REFERENCES states (abbr ) ) ENGINE = InnoDB Create a parent table CREATE TABLE states The table with the foreign key is called the child table, and the table with the primary key is called the referenced or parent table. A FOREIGN KEY is a field (or collection of fields) in one table, that refers to the PRIMARY KEY in another table. Specify to check referential constraints SET FOREIGN_KEY_CHECKS = 1 The FOREIGN KEY constraint is used to prevent actions that would destroy links between tables. In MySQL InnoDB storage engine, you can use foreign keys to set referential constraints between parent and child tables.īy default, FOREIGN_KEY_CHECKS option is set to 1, and InnoDB does not allow inserting a row that violates a foreign key ![]() ![]() ![]() In the future, we will natively support both Apple Silicon and Intel chipsets within the same executable. Here is how the new M2 Mac Mini compares to the M1 and Intel-based variants. Microsoft said it has "already started the process of moving Mac apps to universal binaries. New MacBook Air, Mac Studio, and Mac Pro available with student discounts. The software giant recommended that customers using Apple Silicon install the November 2020 release (build 16.43), which includes the latest optimizations for macOS Big Sur. Why I'm not buying an Apple Silicon M1 Mac - yet.Some businesses/organizations use 'Teams,' which is MS 365 specific. 16.40 (20073000) and later for Current Channel (Preview). Outlook version based on update channel: 16.42 (20101102) and later for Current Channel. If you dont need the storage, go with the ‘Microsoft Office Home & Business for Mac 2021’ for 50 on Stacksocial. Requirements macOS version 10.14 (Mojave) and later. As new major versions of macOS are made generally available, Microsoft will drop support for the oldest version and support the newest and previous two versions of macOS. Once you start cost comparisons, it is quite competitive. Operating System: Office for Mac is supported on the three most recent versions of macOS. ![]() Apple M1 speed tests: New Arm MacBook Air blows away Intel-based MacBook Pro Latest reported support status of M1 MacBook Running Microsoft Office Suite Performance Test - (RAM & CPU Usage) on Apple Silicon and Apple M2 and M1 Ultra. In terms of cost, the value of the subscription model is the 1TB of OneDrive storage.Key apps include Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneNote and OneDrive. Simply go to and sign up for a free Microsoft account to start using Word, Excel, or PowerPoint for free on your Mac. Microsoft said that the latest release of Microsoft 365 and Office 2019 apps can be installed on Apple Silicon architecture. Users will notice that the apps 'bounce' in the dock for approximately 20 seconds while this process completes. The first launch of each Office app will take longer as the operating system has to generate optimized code for the Apple Silicon processor. In a support doc, Microsoft outlined some of the Apple Silicon moving parts. For Microsoft apps, Rosetta 2 will support all features and support for third-party add-ins. To complete any of the steps below, youll need the email address and password associated with your active and licensed Microsoft 365 subscription or your one-time purchase of Microsoft 365 for Mac. Rosetta 2 is a translation layer in macOS Big Sur runs apps compiled for the Intel chipset. ![]() ![]() ![]() With its intuitive building mechanics, YOU are the innovator in this game.īut we prefer to “show it, don’t tell it”. Trailmakers is the perfect game for those who love to create, explore, and compete. Mod count, Name, Date added, Download count. We can't wait to introduce you to the world's most creative gaming community and broaden our already growing family of engineers. your favourites menu by using the dropdown menu on each game tile. There is much to see and do in Trailmakers, so you have all the way May 11 to make up your mind and buy the game at a significantly lower price - with DLC also getting a price slash of up to 31%. From there, choose the preferred download link to start the download. 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We have some exciting news to share with you. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() The poisonous gas used during the First World War can now be purified with a g as mask to protect people from their effects, but this was not always the case. Using gas as a chemical weapon was designed to disable the enemy, provoke withdrawal, as well as demoralize and weaken the soldiers by inflicting psychological pains. Indeed, the chemical compound was used by both sides and caused huge physical pains (burns, asphyxia, blindness, skin reactions, breathing system infections and death). Among the most commonly known (and used) gases during WW1, the mustard gas - also known as Yperite – was particularly devastating. The various devices that soldiers could use as a WW1 gas mask were not always efficient enough to protect the soldiers.ĭuring the whole WW1 period, as chemical weapons were being developed, soldiers felt pain, cough up blood, were asphyxiated, suffered from chemical burns, became blind and died from these assaults. WW1 chemical weapons effectsįrom 1914, different chemical weapons used – such as tear gas – released harmful substances that would cause irritations (particularly eye pain), temporary disability, internal and external lesions and could also lead to death. This kind of weapons caused more than 90,000 deaths during the conflict. It is estimated that more than 130,000 tons of chemical weapons were used during WW1. Starting in July 1917, the mustard gas used by the Germans – and then re-synthesized by the French army – caused many casualties on both sides of the front lines until the end of the war.Īll along the First World War, hydrogen cyanide, arsine, bromine, chlorine, phosgene and other chemical elements composed increasingly deadly chemical weapons. In 1916 French shells filled with phosgene provoked heavy losses in German trenches. In September 1915, France launched their first massive gas assault using shells filled with carbon disulfide (highly toxic at high concentration, this product rapidly lost its effectiveness once dispersed in the air). German chemists pursued their researches and conceived a new bromine based substance. In May 1915, assaults using phosgene, chlorine and carbon monoxide mixtures caused more than 600 deaths on the Russian front. And providing a WW1 gas mask to every soldier became a priority. Following this date, research and usage of chemical weapons increased from both sides of the front line. The gas cloud intoxicated about 15,000 soldiers and this chemical attack caused more than 1,000 deaths. Over 150 tons of pressured chlorine were released and drifted to Allied trenches. Yet, on April 22nd 1915 in Flanders and particularly in the Ypres area, Germany launched the first large scale gas attack. This German attack failed because of the very cold temperature on the Polish front which stifled gas spreading and effects. The escalation of the chemical war is launched in 1915 with the use on East front of gas shells on January 31th. For its part, Germany used its chemical industry to develop weapons with chlorine. WW1 chemical weaponsįrom the beginning of the First World War, chemical weapons were used: in August 1914, the French army used new grenades filled with tear gas (actually created for the Parisian police). ![]() Thus the conception of an efficient WW1 gas mask was extremely important. Despite the signature of the Hague Convention in 18, France, Germany and many other countries did not stop their research and did not give up on using these weapons during the First World War. In the early 20th century, the German Empire chemical industry was very developed and this country quickly became a world leader for chemistry and could swiftly develop the chemical weapons that evolved all along the war. Before WW1 started, France also created a suffocating grenade. Yet, at that time, chemical weapons are also being developed and shells filled with sulfur oxide, picric acid or chlorine were used by headquarters. At the end of 19th century, wars – particularly the Crimean War and the American Civil War – privileged production of artillery weapons such as canons. Historians report that poisons (rye ergot, hellebore root, curare) were used in most of wars and military conflicts that occurred through the ages. Since the antiquity, chemical – and biological – weapons have been used in combat. ![]() ![]() And the meat you'd get back was so good, the hardest part was cooking it to meet the expectations of that cut." They'd be cutting the meat, singing along, having a good old time. "The woman who helped us was as excited as Matt was," he said. On Saturday, Matt had shot his first deer, and they had brought it to Blood Farm to be butchered. ![]() Many have been touched by his selflessness, his wisdom, and his generosity.Standing nearby was Kevin Nelson and his 17-year-old son Matt, who live in neighboring Pepperell. There will not be a public service at Deke’s request, but the immediate family will hold a private burial at the Waterside Cemetery in Marblehead, where his parents are buried.Īs a teacher, advisor, coach, husband and father, Deke Smith has left a profound mark on those who knew him, and his was a life of giving. The Permanent Fund for Boston, at 75 Arlington St., 10th Floor, Boston, MA 02116, 61, ĭoveLewisEmergency Animal Hospital at 1945 NW Pettygrove St., Portland, OR 97209, 50, Harvard University Cycling Association (payable to "President and Fellows of Harvard College"), atOffice of the Recording Secretary, Harvard University,124 Mount Auburn Street Cambridge, MA 02138 1-800-VERITAS (Harvard Cycling in memo) In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to: In addition, he leaves two step-daughters, Alison Forbes of Portsmouth, NH, Ashley Bowles of Edina, MN and five step-grandchildren. Deke and Nancy moved back East in 2010, to Highland Green in Topsham, ME, where they enjoyed auditing classes at Bowdoin College, reconnecting with East Coast friends and family, and volunteering in the community.ĭeke is survived by his wife, Nancy Knocke Smith of Topsham, ME his former wife, Nancy Bassett Smith of West Newton, MA, his daughters Deborah Smith of Southborough, MA, Lydia Starosta of Norwich, VT, and Holly Rosen of Venice, CA., his cousins Anthony Smith of New York, NY and Gael Smith Arnold of Washington, D.C. In Portland, Deke and Nancy were avid golfers and raised a very special black standard poodle named Mimi. Sugar must have run in his blood he once said that dinner without ice cream was like a day without sunshine!Īfter his divorce from Nancy in 1991, Deke married Nancy Knocke of Portland, Oregon, in 1994 and moved to Portland where Nancy had lived for many years, creating Smith-Ed Consulting together. Deke was also instrumental in the creation and ongoing success of the Weston Sugar Shack, still operating at Weston Middle School. Deke and Nancy were early supporters of “Green Power,” a community garden in Weston for inner city residents. Deke often made his commute from Weston to Cambridge on his bike while other commuters carried their briefcases in the elevator, Deke carried his front wheel. Raising three daughters in Weston, MA, Deke and Nancy were avid sailors, skiers and cyclists, and Deke distinguished himself as an accomplished bike racer, winning the Masters Division of the District Time Trials in 1981 and placing second in 1984 he also competed in three National Championships. He worked in this capacity until shortly before his death. In 1986, Deke left Harvard to become an educational consultant, operating out of both Cambridge, Mass. In addition to his work in the Development Office, Deke was one of the founding coaches of the Harvard cycling team and an advisor to many students. In 1977, he returned to Harvard as a Senior Development Officer he was also the Director of the $6 million renovation project of the Indoor Athletic Building. ![]() Following his work in Admissions, Deke became the Assistant Director of the Committee of the Permanent Charity Fund, now known as the Boston Foundation. While at Harvard, he was a member of the Fly Club.ĭeke began his career as a Math and Latin teacher at Groton School and then moved to Harvard, where he became Director of Admissions and Dean of Admissions at Radcliffe College in the years 1963-1970. At both Exeter and Harvard, Deke was an avid athlete, excelling in alpine skiing and mountaineering. After graduating from Shore Country Day School in 1950, Phillips Exeter Academy in 1954, and Harvard College in 1958, he received an Ed.M from Harvard in 1963. After a few years in Rochester, the Smiths moved to Marblehead, Mass. “Deke” Smith of Topsham, Maine, died Wednesday Augat the age of 77, following a brief battle with cancer.ĭeke was born in Rochester, NY to Doris King Smith and Gregory Smith on December 5, 1935. ![]() ![]() And once you find the perfect checkbook cover, you'll need the perfect checks to go inside! From Disney checks featuring favorite characters like Disney's Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse to military branch checks to checks featuring popular sports teams, there's something for everyone! So don't wait to see all our offerings which are not available in stores. Elan Wrap Maxi Cover-Up Dress 29.97 68.00 (Up to 55 off select items) 68.00 ( 68) FP Movement Hot Shot Jumpsuit 70.00 ( 103) New Markdown Elan Cover-Up Slipdress (Nordstrom Exclusive) 17.97 44.00 (Up to 59 off select items) 44.00 ( 128) ONeill Belizin Swim Cover-Up 55.00 ( 6) Elan Cotton Cover-Up Babydoll Minidress 74. On a budget? 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