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Topic: OT - Astronauts Out - Robonauts In...: stronaut Mike Fossum, Expedition 29 commander; and Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency astronaut Satoshi Furukawa, flight engineer, (both out of frame) joined forces to conduct the second onboard tests of R2, which was put in motion for the first time in orbit. After performing a coordinated power-up with the ground, the crew maneuvered each arm joint to determine the differences of the microgravity environment by setting control gains through repetitive motions. They also performed an initial vision checkout of the high-def cameras to verify they are working and in focus. The ground then commanded R2 to move to the stow-position while monitoring the motion. …; Added by Valentino Martinez at 12:42pm on October 19, 2011

Blog Post: The Best Solution For Drug Addiction And Wilderness Treatment: There are millions of young adults, teens and young kids around the world who are either taking drugs or undergoing behavioral change due to certain reason. These reasons could be anything-…; Added by Geo Msn at 2:35am on April 25, 2016

Blog Post: Rajasthan Tourism – Enduring Experience to Cherish: Rajasthan, the land of kings, is a glittering jewel set in the golden glistering sands of a barren desert landscape. It is the largest state of India having several catchy attractions to offer its…; Added by mahi at 12:36am on May 6, 2009

Blog Post: Consider Rajasthan While Plan Luxury Trip of India: Do you want to spend your India vacation in luxury way? Consider Rajasthan where royal ambiance and heritage & place hotels give you truly luxury experience of India tours and travels. Drenched…; Added by mahi at 12:34am on May 18, 2009

Blog Post: Why Corporate Cultures are Key to Employee Referral Programs: A values-based corporate culture is fast becoming an integral factor in the workplace. It sets the tone for the daily employee experience – employees want to feel good about their work activities,…; Added by Assaf Eisenstein at 10:56am on January 21, 2013

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You are in the initial stages of a job search and trying to figure out how to get the ball rolling. Step back and think about your last shopping expedition for any…

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Blog Post: Technology is the future of education: The education methods that most of us will be familiar with are long gone from many classrooms across the nation, making way for smarter, technologically informed approaches. In fact, the UK…; Added by Jack Johnson at 7:00am on February 3, 2020

Blog Post: 5 Tips to Get in Shape for Your Next Hiking Trip: If you have outgrown those short day hikes and are looking for a bigger challenge, then you might be ready for a long-distance backpacking trip. These hikes are…; Added by Devin Caldwell at 3:16pm on September 13, 2022

Topic: More Than a Working Stiff: n pretty consistently non-stop for the last four days in my neck of the woods. And while I am certainly a creature of habit, I love creating new ones. I moved to a new location last summer and there is still much to explore in my new "home town." I only just learned of a local patisserie and decided to stop in on my morning commute. The wind and rain precluded me from just parking anywhere, so I was in for a bit of an expedition as I traversed alleys and parking meters. I did stumble on a back parking lot specifically set aside for the bakery and its neighboring businesses. As I parked and fumbled with my purse, hat and umbrella, I saw two men shuffling around in what appeared to be a bush covered back walkway. As I drew near the area, the shifty nature of these two gentlemen, at first, put me ill at ease. I didn't like that I felt even more uncomfortable, given that I was already uncomfortable trying to find a little whole in the wall business. So, in usual Rayanne fashion, I stopped when I was right in front of these two characters, one had now hidden behind a wall and was peaking around it, and I looked the other right in the eye and asked, "What are you guys up to?" There was a pause, for apparently my no-fear approach had caught this dynamic duo off guard. Character #1 said, in a very laid back fashion, “My friend here is smoking a little pot…, and he just.., we just…” I cut him off before he stumbled even further and said, “No worries, I’m not a cop. Have a great day” then I went on my way snickering. I shook my head as I continued to look for the bakery. I was very glad that I didn’t become immobilized with fear – absolutely misplaced fear - at 7:30am on a workday. I could have proceeded along my way, never confronting but looking over my shoulder, as I proceeded. Facing the awkwardness head-on squashed any residual trepidation and I was able to enjoy my coffee and pastry in peace and the knowledge that looking someone squarely in the eye is unnerving for them, not me. Gotta love it when you know something they don’t know. Though not as faulty as the cat that swallowed the canary, confidence in self comes across in many ways. It can be read in your walk, it can be seen in how you hold your head, and it can be heard in your assurance of voice. It isn’t easy, to be sure, but it is what wins awards and big accounts. It is what sets you apart. It is what propels your image forward, to the front. And what is wrong with that? There are no more starting quarterbacks or head cheerleaders. This is the big league and it is built of those who know what they want and what they need to do to get it. We may only be seen as working stiffs, but the differential comes in the form of a sincere thank you and paycheck at the end of each month. Oh…, and that next call. by rayanenthorn…; Added by Rayanne at 2:57pm on December 21, 2010