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CQ5 : Setting initial project structure

mtwinkle — Thu, 20 Jan 2011 02:24:55 +0000

apps

components

content

page

templates

docroot

src

etc

designs

Obama says stimulus halted ‘catastrophe’

mtwinkle — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 15:29:31 +0000

“Let’s face it, no large expenditure is ever that popular, particularly at a time when we’re also facing a massive deficit,” Mr Obama said at the White House, flanked by vice-president Joe Biden, who oversaw the plan’s implementation. “But we acted because failure to do so would have led to catastrophe.”

Mr Obama said: “Despite the extraordinary work that has been done through the recovery act, millions of Americans are still without jobs. Millions more are struggling to make ends meet. So it doesn’t feel like much of a recovery, and I understand that.”

via FT.com / US / Politics & Foreign policy – Obama says stimulus halted ‘catastrophe’.

Mortgage rates today!

mtwinkle — Mon, 01 Feb 2010 20:39:42 +0000

Mortgage Solutions as of 02/01/2010 02:26 PM Eastern Loan Type Interest Rate1 APR1 Payment

30-Year Fixed 4.875% 5.020% $1,642.67

30-Year Fixed FHA 5.500% 5.891% $1,921.80

15-Year Fixed 4.250% 4.497% $2,335.08

5-Year ARM 3.875% 3.523% $1,459.62

5-Year ARM FHA 3.875% 3.019% $1,613.43

via Rate and Payment Results.

Etsy :: The Storque :: How-To :: Fusing Plastic Bags with the Etsy Labs

mtwinkle — Mon, 01 Feb 2010 20:37:15 +0000

Do you have one zillion plastic drugstore and grocery bags under your sink, or perhaps smushed into a drawer? Ever wanted a cheap and easy use for them? One that leaves you with an intriguing and useful homemade craft supply? Do you have an iron? Why don’t you fuse them together?

via Etsy :: The Storque :: How-To :: Fusing Plastic Bags with the Etsy Labs.

Hillary Clinton on internet freedom, January 21

mtwinkle — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 04:32:58 +0000

THE FREEDOM TO CONNECT

The final freedom I want to address today flows from the four I’ve already mentioned: the freedom to connect – the idea that governments should not prevent people from connecting to the internet, to websites, or to each other. The freedom to connect is like the freedom of assembly in cyber space. It allows individuals to get online, come together, and hopefully cooperate in the name of progress. Once you’re on the internet, you don’t need to be a tycoon or a rock star to have a huge impact on society.The largest public response to the terrorist attacks in Mumbai was launched by a 13-year-old boy. He used social networks to organize blood drives and a massive interfaith book of condolence. In Colombia, an unemployed engineer brought together more than 12 million people in 190 cities around the world to demonstrate against the FARC terrorist movement. The protests were the largest anti-terrorist demonstrations in history. In the weeks that followed, the FARC saw more demobilizations and desertions than it had during a decade of military action. And in Mexico, a single email from a private citizen who was fed up with drug-related violence snowballed into huge demonstrations in all of the country’s 32 states. In Mexico City alone, 150,000 people took to the streets in protest. The internet can help humanity push back against those who promote violence and extremism.

via Hillary Clinton on internet freedom, January 21 | Foreign Policy.

Chicagoland Indoor Fun

mtwinkle — Sat, 26 Dec 2009 06:08:39 +0000

INDOOR PLAY AREAS:

Creative Kids Art Learning Studio: Roselle; the floor is a chalkboard and the kids can paint the walls and other fun art projects. Kinda expensive- $10 per kid for 2hours studio time.

Jumps”N Jiggles and Carousel: Elmhurst; indoor carousel, lego room, ball play area. Geared towards toddlersand preschoolers. Only $3per person.

via Baby Love Slings: Chicagoland Indoor Fun.

Goals: 2010

mtwinkle — Sat, 26 Dec 2009 04:36:28 +0000

Learn/ Career goals:

a. Take GMAT exam

b. CQ5.3 expert, Maintain a good cq5.3 wiki page

c. Improve English Accent

Finance goals:

a. Purchase a house

b. Invest in Foreign stocks / Gold / ETFs – Make an investment plan

c. Max out 401k

d. Buy a Kergurrand

Fitness goal

a. Exercise atleast 15 mins /day –> Target weight 55kgs

Blogging

a. Consistent blogging activity. achieve audience focused blog

Other non-target goals

a. Read at least 5 books

b. Immigration stuff – Apply for Canadian visa

Toddler Age 1.5-2.5

a. Focus on the following areas: Eating habits, learning habits, milestones, habits

Network:

a. Wish Birthdays/ Anniversaries to all

b. Go to temple every alternate weekend or so

What’s new in CQ 5.3? Top 10 features.

mtwinkle — Sat, 26 Dec 2009 02:41:54 +0000

Recipes: Chapatis

mtwinkle — Wed, 23 Dec 2009 00:09:44 +0000

Put flour in mixing bowl, reserving about half cup for rolling chapatis. Mix salt through the flour in the bowl, then rub in ghee or oil, if used. Add water all at once and mix to a firm but not stiff dough. Knead dough for at least 10 minutes the more it is kneaded, the lighter the bread will be. Form dough into a ball, cover with clear plastic wrap and stand for 1 hour or longer if left overnight, the chapatis will be very light and tender. Shape dough into balls about the size of a large walnut. Roll out each one on a lightly floured board using reserved flour to a circular shape as thin as a French crepe. After rolling out chapatis, heat a griddle plate or heavy-based frying pan until very hot, and cook the chapatis, starting with those that were rolled first. Put chapati on griddle and leave for about 1 minute. Turn and cook other side a further minute, pressing lightly around the edges of the chapati with a folded tea towel or an egg slice. This encourages bubble to form and make the chapatis light. As each one is cooked, wrap in a clean tea towel until all are read. Serve immediately with butter, dry curries or vegetable dishes. Note : In India, the chapatis are cooked on the tawa or griddle and are held for a moment or two right over the fire. This makes them puff up like ballons.

via Recipes – Chapatis Recipe.

Recipe: Nutritious Baby Cereal Pancakes using Baby Cereals

mtwinkle — Mon, 21 Dec 2009 03:36:16 +0000

1 cup whole wheat flour

1/2 cup baby barley cereal (or other baby cereal)

1 cup formula (or another liquid such as milk)

1/2 cup mashed banana (or fruit of your choice)

1 tbsp melted margarine or butter (unsalted type)

3 egg yolks (Not necessary)

1/2 cup baby oatmeal

apple juice (about 1/2 cup) or use water if you prefer

Add cinnamon, nutmeg, dash of vanilla or other flavorings if you wish.

Mix all ingredients together and add enough juice to make pancake consistency. Cook on cook top in frying pan as with “regular” pancakes.

**Freezes Well**

via Baby Cereal Pancake Recipe for Nutritious Baby Cereal Pancakes using Baby Cereals.