The missions are usually some variations on a theme of either hunting down enemy ships that come in increasing waves of difficulty or protecting something from waves of enemies that come in ever increasing waves of difficulty. You also get a team of other Manticore pilots that will assist you on your missions who are pretty well-written companion characters, each with their own personalities and unique ships. The graphics are clean and make it easy to interpret where the action is happening, which can sometimes get quite chaotic with ships coming from all directions and many larger objects occupying the mission’s space like large capital ships and space stations. You use the right stick to increase or decrease your throttle and push left and right to do barrel rolls in order to avoid incoming attacks. You use the left stick of the controller to turn the ship left and right and pitch it up and down. As you progress, you can purchase new ships and equipment that will allow you to tackle bigger and better enemies. There is quite a large galaxy to explore, with major bosses that occupy each region for you to hunt down and collect their bounty. The game puts you in command of a fighter ship as a member of a group of space vigilantes called the Manticore, who make their way through the galaxy protecting people that can’t protect themselves. The game is simple enough and for players that aren’t looking for an overly complex spaceship simulation but want the fun of flying a cool ship and blowing up bad guys. While it isn’t quite as polished as the aforementioned games, it is a nice addition in a genre that doesn’t have a lot of standouts. If you like games like Starfox, or the old Wing Commander games, you should definitely keep your eyes on the game Manticore: Galaxy on Fire.
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Yes, mosaic tile is suitable for use on the floor as well as walls. Second, the combination of smaller tile and more grout can provide improved slip resistance, which is imperative in a shower. Mosaic tiling is smaller in size and the sheets are more flexible, making them the perfect solution for all these conditions. First, shower floors have slopes, shapes and drains to consider. Yes, several aspects make mosaic tile an excellent choice for shower floors. Some artistic mosaics have the best appeal when a white PVA adhesive is used. a bonding agent called thinset should be used. For any application where water will be present - showers, pools, fountains, spas, tub surrounds, outdoors, etc. The type of mosaic adhesive depends on where the mosaic tile is going. What do you use to stick mosaic tile to a wall? Sealing mosaic tile after installation will also help project the grout. It is especially important to seal any mosaic tile that has porous surfaces, such as natural stone, to prevent staining. Some mosaic tiles require sealing both prior to and after installation. It is generally recommended to seal mosaic tile. Mosaic tiling is a unique form of artwork and often offers WOW factor to the wall, floor, kitchen backsplash, shower floor, pool lining, bathroom backsplash, and many other applications. Mosaics incorporate any combination of tile sizes, colors, shapes, and/or material to create a unique surface covering. Tile is typically rectangular, but can be square, hexagon, picket, and many other shapes. Tile is a single piece of material (ceramic, porcelain, natural stone, etc.) cut in a uniform shape that can be arranged in different patterns to cover a surface. What is the difference between mosaic and tile? They can be ceramic, porcelain, glass, natural stone and even metal or mirror, set randomly or in a pattern, and usually on a mesh-mounted sheet. If you lay a tile incorrectly, you can peel it back off and re position.Mosaic tile is any combination of tile sizes, colors, shapes and/or materials, set in a sheet for easy installation.
It is a dark, jammy red blend loaded with bourbon-inspired flavors and aromas. How and why?Ĭooper & Thief is not your average wine. I detect vanilla and spice in Cooper & Thief Red Blend. Like a fine bourbon, Cooper & Thief Red Blend is smooth with fantastic balance, and has big bold aromas and flavors imparted by the barrel aging process with a long lingering finish. What are the challenges/considerations when making wine with this technique?Ī challenge that we face with spirits barrel aging is ensuring that the purity of fruit is maintained and that the tannins are well integrated. The barrels introduce aromas and flavor characteristics that you won’t find in other wines. Leamy: In addition to traditional barrel aging, we take a portion of the wine and age it for three months in used spirits barrels including bourbon barrels for our Red Blend, tequila barrels for our Sauvignon Blanc, and whiskey barrels for our Cabernet Sauvignon. What does Bourbon-barrel aged wine mean? How does this differ from normal wine aging? Here, he breaks down the bourbon barrel-aging concept, and explains what makes his brand unique.Ĭhris Leamy conducts a seminar on barrel aging. Leamy’s hope is that his Cooper & Thief wines get people talking, sharing and bonding. He enjoys all aspects of the winemaking process, especially its ability to bring people together. From there he transitioned to winemaking. Following a foray into beer brewing, he turned his attention to the wine world as a lab tech in Lodi, California where he found his true passion. He first worked as a microbiologist, developing a keen understanding of the technical side of the food & beverage world. His California based Cooper & Thief Cellarmasters celebrates doing things a bit differently, such as aging its full portfolio of luxury wines in not only bourbon barrels, but also in carefully selected spirits barrels, achieving bolder flavors not typically found in regular wines.Ī California native with more than 20 years of award-winning winemaking experience, Leamy graduated from the University of California, Davis with a degree in Biological Sciences. Serving as ‘cellarmaster’ at one such wine brand is Chris Leamy. Typically featuring higher alcohol percentages than classic wines, bourbon barrel-aged wines are targeted to adventurous imbibers, those who enjoy experimentation and aren’t afraid to break with tradition. Within the Napa Valley lie many smaller sub-AVAs that express specific characteristics based on situation, slope and soil-as a perfect example, Rutherford’s famous dust or Stags Leap District's tart cherry flavors.Bold and rich, bourbon barrel-aged wines seem to have found a permanent niche within the wine and spirits world. Cabernet Sauvignon’s structure, acidity, capacity to thrive in multiple environs and ability to express nuances of vintage make it perfect for Napa Valley where incredible soil and geographical diversity are found and the climate is perfect for grape growing. But it wasn’t until the 1970s that this marriage came to light sudden international recognition rained upon Napa with the victory of the Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars 1973 Cabernet Sauvignon in the 1976 Judgement of Paris.Ĭabernet Sauvignon undoubtedly dominates Napa Valley today, covering half of the land under vine, commanding the highest prices per ton and earning the most critical acclaim. Today the Napa Valley and Cabernet Sauvignon are so intrinsically linked that it is difficult to discuss one without the other. One of the most prestigious wines of the world capable of great power and grace, Napa Valley Cabernet is a leading force in the world of fine, famous, collectible red wine. Belknap is wonderful year-round but most enjoyable on a foggy fall day when the leaves are changing and the warm waters feel perfect with a little chill in the air. If you are lucky, you'll find the "Secret Garden" - an Instagram favorite. If you forget to bring a towel, you can rent one from the lodge for a small fee.Īfter a relaxing experience in the pool, cross the bridge for a stroll through the beautiful gardens. Its near Bigelow and Belknap Hot Springs and is commonly referred to as Cougar Hot Springs. Terwilliger Hot Springs is one of the most popular soaking spots in the Willamette National Forest. Access to the day-use pool is included for overnight guests staying in the lodge, cabins or tent and RV sites. Additionally, lodging guests get exclusive access to a second upper pool. Terwilliger (Cougar) Hot Springs, Willamette National Forest Soaking in Terwilliger Hot Springs. Inside the lodge, there is also a small market for snacks. Pay $8 for an hour or $15 for a whole day. The water from the springs across the river is pumped into a large, clean swimming pool with nearby restrooms, showers and deck chairs. I left after another 0.5 hours & the rest in the shuttle still had not showed up.Right on the edge of the McKenzie River, Belknap is the perfect place to soak if you want the healing benefits of the mineral-rich waters without the mud or skinny dippers. We had beer on the porch for over an hour before next next 2 showed up. As a point of reference, all 3 of us race in the west - not at a high level but are fit. The flattish downhills require pedaling - so you are pedaling most of the ride- unlike many rides which are pedal the uphill, no pedal the downhill - this takes its toll on your legs over the hours.ĥ) Put it all together & it is the reason most of us ride - not to be missed.īe prepared for a big ride. The first 10 miles aren't entirely technical, but when they get technical, it requires big efforts if you want to try cleaning those sections. I recommend this as a bucket list trail for several reasons:ġ) Scenery : lakes, waterfalls, the river, old growth forest (endless), lava flowsĢ) Variety : smooth, duffy sections, steep technical sections, lava flow sections (rolling technical sections), log bridges, climbs, etc.ģ) Challenge : Even though this is net downhill, there is very little of the trail that doesn't demand your attention - lots of little chicane turns around trees, little rooty, rocky sections, big drop offs / very steep cross slopes, tight tree chokes, etc. You will the McKenzie River trail on almost all top 10 trails list & this is legit. Question whether trail bikes should be allowed on this section of the trail because there are so many hikers and the users range from children to seniors. Mostly they were walking their bikes because of the rough and narrow trail but one large group of 6-8 was riding fast near the bottom and almost knocked my wife off the trail because she did not hear them coming. Lots of foot traffic on this popular and well known trail so I was surprised to see a number of trail bikers along the way. The trail continues over undulating terrain west past Paradise Campground, then past the McKenzie River Ranger Station before reaching its end the at Lower McKenzie River Trailhead. The pool itself is beautiful and well worth the hike but don't expect to cool your feet in the (very cold) water unless you're game for another 40 minutes to hike across and down to the pool. The trail crosses several more streams and follows forest roads connecting trail segments, breaking west and leveling out near Belknap Hot Springs Resort. The first third of the trail is nice and easy along the river, the next third starts to get a bit rough and climbs a bit and the last third is definitely rough and climbs over a large basalt formation with lots of twists and turns, rock outcroppings narrow passages and fewer river views. Not bad for age 70 or so with no recent hiking experience. We hiked the 4-mile+ round trip from the trailhead to the blue pool in about one hour and 5 minutes each way. The main mission objective was to verify performance of Spacelab systems, determine the interface capability of the orbiter, and measure the environment created by the spacecraft. A special part of the modular Spacelab system, the " igloo", which was located at the head of a three-pallet train, provided on-site support to instruments mounted on pallets. STS-51-F's primary payload was the laboratory module Spacelab 2. A view of the Sierra Nevada mountains and surroundings from Earth orbit, taken on the STS-51-F mission. Space art for the Spacelab 2 mission, showing some of the various experiments in the payload bay. Mission summary The Plasma Diagnostics Package (PDP) grappled by the Canadarm. At T+343 seconds, SSME #1 shut down leading to ATO (Abort to Orbit). Launched after 1 hour 37 minute delay to resolve issue with table maintenance block update uplink. Pad abort: malfunction in SSME #2 coolant valve shutdown of all three main engines The failed RS-25 resulted in an Abort to Orbit (ATO) trajectory, whereby the shuttle achieved a lower-than-planned orbital altitude. Howard acted quickly to recommend that the crew inhibit any further automatic RS-25 shutdowns based on readings from the remaining sensors, preventing the potential shutdown of a second engine and a possible abort mode that may have resulted in the loss of crew and vehicle (LOCV). Approximately 8 minutes into the flight, one of the same temperature sensors in the right engine failed, and the remaining right-engine temperature sensor displayed readings near the redline for engine shutdown. This was the only in-flight RS-25 failure of the Space Shuttle program. Two minutes and twelve seconds later, the second sensor failed, causing the shutdown of the center engine. EDT, after a delay of 1 hour 37 minutes due to a problem with the table maintenance block update uplink.Īt 3 minutes 31 seconds into the ascent, one of the center engine's two high-pressure fuel turbopump turbine discharge temperature sensors failed. Challenger launched successfully on its second attempt on July 29, 1985, at 17:00 p.m. STS-51-F's first launch attempt on July 12, 1985, was halted with the countdown at T−3 seconds after main engine ignition, when a malfunction of the number two RS-25 coolant valve caused an automatic launch abort. The control panel of the Shuttle on the STS-51-F mission, showing the selection of the Abort-to-Orbit (ATO) option. Launch Aborted launch attempt at T-3 seconds on July 12, 1985. Challenger carried two Extravehicular Mobility Units (EMU) in the event of an emergency spacewalk, which would have been performed by England and Musgrave. Acton, Bridges and Henize made up the "Red Team" while Bartoe, England and Musgrave comprised the "Blue Team" commander Fullerton could take either shift when needed. Seats 5–7 are on the Middeck.Īs with previous Spacelab missions, the crew was divided between two 12-hour shifts. As a result of the ATO, the mission was carried out at a slightly lower orbital altitude.Ĭrew seating arrangements Seat It is the only Shuttle mission to have carried out an abort after launching. ĭuring launch, Challenger experienced multiple sensor failures in its Engine 1 Center SSME engine, which led to it shutting down and the shuttle had to perform an " Abort to Orbit" (ATO) emergency procedure. A helium-cooled infrared telescope (IRT) was also flown on this mission, and while it did have some problems, it observed 60% of the galactic plane in infrared light. While STS-51-F's primary payload was the Spacelab 2 laboratory module, the payload that received the most publicity was the Carbonated Beverage Dispenser Evaluation, which was an experiment in which both Coca-Cola and Pepsi tried to make their carbonated drinks available to astronauts. It launched from Kennedy Space Center, Florida, on July 29, 1985, and landed eight days later on August 6, 1985. STS-51-F (also known as Spacelab 2) was the 19th flight of NASA's Space Shuttle program and the eighth flight of Space Shuttle Challenger. This means that it may be used for shallow-water activities like swimming in a pool or ocean.
Since retrogrades bring back the past, an old love interest could resurface, which can cause confusion and mixed feelings. More than anything, you’re asking the big question: What will make me authentically happy? If you, like many Bulls, are at a cclass="body-el-link standard-body-el-link" rossroads, pre-order yourself a copy of The Life Brief by Bonnie Wan for an amazing system that will guide you back to yourself and what feels most fulfilling. With expansive Jupiter in Taurus since May 16, your life has taken you in a new direction. You might welcome a chance to slow down and step back to evaluate what truly makes you happy. This could put a budding romance or passion project on temporary ice (or at least in the cooler). Why be careful during Virgo season? Communication planet Mercury is retrograde in Virgo from August 23 to September 15. But…Mercury is retrograde in Virgo until September 15 Rather than turn the volume all the way up to 10, keep it at a modest 7 or 8 and read the room first. Mercury is retrograde in Virgo until September 15, which can complicate matters or scramble signals (more on that in a moment). Virgo season could usher in a fall romance or spark a budding attraction. Harvest that bountiful joie de vivre and let your big ideas have the stage. And you’ll keep the fun flowing into back-to-school season, the time of year when you feel most playful and creative. Summer vacation is over when YOU say it’s over, thank you very much. Someone’s not ready to part ways with summer-and technically, it’s not over for another three weeks anyhow! The Sun is swirling through Virgo and your passionate, creative fifth house until September 23, and you won’t want to waste one action-packed second. Then, get out of the way so you can receive those blessings in the way the divine decides to send them! It’s Virgo season until September 23 Start talking to the universe a little more, asking for what you want and where you need help. Be patient but proactive, as a lot of things will start to make sense after this eclipse. Next month will be a big turning point for you, ending with a final, game-changing lunar eclipse in YOUR sign on October 28. Bless the stress and release it to the universe. The month ends with full Aries supermoon in your twelfth house of release on September 29. Remember that your body is your soul’s address and keep the “property” beautiful. Stress is NOT your friend, so balance any pressure with bountiful self-care and movement. Take extra care of your physical and mental health with Mars here. With motivator Mars in Libra and your detail-oriented sixth house all month, you’ve got some extra fuel to work through any tedious tasks-or to delegate to a capable specialist. Finish that memoir manuscript or closet cleanout or tedious but essential work project. Retrogrades turn our attention to the past and unfinished business. In other words, roll with the retrogrades by adjusting your own pacing and expectations. If you can’t beat ‘dem planets (and you can’t), join them. However, the next day, September 4, Jupiter picks up the retrograde mantle and makes a rearward turn. The good news is that on September 3, your ruling planet Venus mercifully corrects course after a six-week retrograde that’s messed with love and interpersonal harmony since July 22. Luckily, Mercury is only retrograde until September 15, but this could still bring a bumpier start to back-to-school season. The lineup includes all five of the slow-moving outer planets (Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune and Pluto) PLUS Mercury, who’s the galactic guardian of communication and technology. The challenge? SEVEN planets are in powered-down retrograde this month, which could slow your progress in certain areas. On the plus side, Virgo season, which lasts until September 23, is one of your most playful and passionate times of the year. Transitioning into fall can be plenty of fun for you Taurus, but with a few potential obstacles to work around. Related: Written Communication Skills: Definitions and Examples 24 phrases for closing an emailĬlosing your email is important. 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Related: Top 11 Email Etiquette Rules to Follow for Professional Communication 35 phrases for the body of your email "I'm so glad we had a chance to catch up during. "I hope you are enjoying this lovely day" Here are six social greetings you can use to start a friendly email: "I was out of the office earlier my apologies for any delay" "My apologies for any inconvenience this may pose" "I apologize for the delay in my response" Here are six phrases for apologizing in the opening lines of your email: "Thank you for getting back to me so quickly" Here are seven phrases for using your opening lines to imply that your email is a reply or response: "Please acknowledge your receipt of this documentation by… " Here are eight phrases for informing or directing someone in the opening lines of your email: Here are 27 phrases to use for different types of email openers: Informing or directing someone The opening line of your email sets the tone of your communication, and it often lets the recipient know what is needed or expected of them. Related: 55 Subject Lines for Networking Emails 27 phrases for the opening lines of your email "Thank you in advance for reviewing my application" Here are five email subject line phrases to consider when applying for a new job: "Please acknowledge receipt of this email" Here are five email subject line phrases to use when making a request: Here are four email subject line phrases for setting meetings: Here are 14 phrases to consider using in the subject line of an email when making requests, scheduling meetings or applying to jobs: Meetings Related: Business Emails (With Templates and Examples) 14 phrases for email subject lines This clarity improves communication between both parties. Business email phrases should be informative, concise, professional and considerate so that the reader knows where to find information and are clear about what is expected of them. Whether you're writing an email to make a request, inform someone of something or apply for a job, the words you use must be clear and convey your intended meaning. Using direct and polite language gives the person clarity as they read your message. Business email phrases are the specific words that professionals use to help guide the recipients of their emails. How do business email phrases improve communication?Īn email is a professional tool, and people use it every day. In this article, we explain how common business email phrases improve communication and list 100 phrases to choose from for each stage of the process. Whether you are drafting an email to a supervisor or applying for a job, you can benefit from knowing the words and phrases you use in your subject lines and emails. Sometimes people get hundreds of emails in their inbox each day, so the language we choose must be friendly, concise and informative. Nearly every job involves sending and receiving emails. 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A Rule should contain one or more scenarios that illustrate the particular rule.įor example: # - FILE: features/le_example.featureĮxample: Two - Dead and Reborn as Phoenix It provides additional information for a feature.Ī Rule is used to group together several scenarios The purpose of the Rule keyword is to represent one business rule that should be implemented. Yet if you encounter issues, check the documentation of your Cucumber implementation to make sure it supports it. It has been ported in a lot of Cucumber implementation already. The (optional) Rule keyword has been part of Gherkin since v6. You can write anything you like, as long as no line starts with a keyword.ĭescriptions can be in the form of Markdown - formatters including the official HTML formatter support this. Descriptionsįree-form descriptions (as described above for Feature) can also be placed underneathĮxample/ Scenario, Background, Scenario Outline and Rule. Independent of your file and directory structure. You can place tags above Feature to group related features, The free format description for Feature ends when you start a line with the keyword Background, Rule, Example or Scenario Outline (or their alias keywords). Their purpose is to provideĪ place for you to document important aspects of the feature, such as a brief explanationĪnd a list of business rules (general acceptance criteria). The name and the optional description have no special meaning to Cucumber. Is over when the Breaker guesses the Maker's word. The Maker makes a word for the Breaker to guess. The word guess game is a turn-based game for two players. These description lines are ignored by Cucumber at runtime, but are available for reporting (they are included by reporting tools like the official HTML formatter). You can add free-form text underneath Feature to add more description. The first primary keyword in a Gherkin document must always be Feature, followedīy a : and a short text that describes the feature. Of a software feature, and to group related scenarios. The purpose of the Feature keyword is to provide a high-level description Gherkin is localised for many spoken languages each has their own localised equivalent of these keywords. There are a few secondary keywords as well:
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