When Jasper from The Simpsons unthaws from days being stuck in the Kwik-E-Mart freezer thinking he’s been cryogenically frozen, he discovers the sugary bread snack Moon Pie and utters, “What a time to be alive.” The internet has now plastered that saying everywhere as a meme, but really, that concept goes deep in 2016, a year that saw social unrest, political wrestling matches, and an obnoxious number of hard-hitting deaths in the entertainment world.
These events and others were highlighted and captured on camera in more than the ten videos we list here, but these ten transcended the gluttony of trending videos and emerged as our favorites. They punched us in all the feels, while at the same time serving as epic and rewarding visual experiences. Our picks for the Top Ten Music Videos of 2016 are below.
#10: James Blake ft. Bon Iver – “I Need A Forest Fire”
Directed by United Visual Artists, “I Need A Forest Fire” explores the interplay between light and shadow. Using geometric, natural, and human subjects, the symbiotic relationship between the two is examined along with how they work in tandem to create illusions that both reveal and obscure details. As the video progresses, things gradually become increasingly more surreal, culminating in a stunning final shot of a drove of butterflies breaking free and taking flight in front of the sun. – Lesley Park
#9: DJ Shadow ft. Run the Jewels – “Nobody Speak”
Late this summer, with America deep into a contentious presidential election campaign season, DJ Shadow teamed up with arguably the hardest-hitting duo in hip hop to release a video that made literal the metaphorical slugfest that’s come to define American politics. According to DJ Shadow, “We wanted to make a positive, life-affirming video that captures politicians at their election-year best. We got this instead.” If you’ve ever wanted to see an old white guy in a suit mouth the words, “I’m a bag of dicks,” just moments before throwing some punches, this one’s for you. – Kristin Houser
#8: Common – “Black America Again”
Sometimes a simple music video isn’t a grand enough canvas to truly portray the message and intent of a song. Like the album that it shares its title with, Common’s “Black America Again” serves as a jarringly accurate snapshot of our current turbulent times (even moreso in the days after our presidential election). And so Chicago’s favorite emcee gave this song, which features vocals from Stevie Wonder, the full-blown short film treatment, resulting in a 21-minute clip directed by Selma cinematographer Bradford Young. Moving, relevant, and absolutely necessary viewing. – Sean Kramer
#7: Radiohead – “Daydreaming”
Radiohead, the musical masterminds and puzzlers that they are, teased us with hints of a new album this year by dropping a startling stop-motion animated music video for the track “Burn The Witch,” which eventually appeared on A Moon Shaped Pool. Heaps of praise for the record followed (expectedly), but the music video for the second track, “Daydreaming,” is what most people were talking about in the days after the album’s release (unexpectedly).
Teaming up once again with director Paul Thomas Anderson (There Will Be Blood, Inherent Vice), Thom Yorke leads us on a mostly unsung illusory trip that taps into the lush trance the track evokes. The video’s natural color gives it a realistic grounding, contrasting with the surrealistic concept of walking through doors to multiple different locales, which sweeps us up in wonder. We’re not sure where Yorke is going or why we’re following him, but that’s the idea of daydreams — they take us anywhere we want to go — and this music video gets that part so right. – David Fisch
#6: Mitski – “Your Best American Girl”
Their eyes meet from across the bare room. He give her a shy glance up from beneath lowered eyelids. She waves. He winks. Moments later, they’re making out — he with a thin blonde, and she with her own hand. The breakout single from Mitski’s stunning album Puberty 2 got an appropriately awkward video treatment this year courtesy of director Zia Anger, and the songstress’s commitment to her love scene alone is enough to earn the clip a spot on this list, nevermind her shredding guitar solo later in the track. – Kristin Houser
#5: Aesop Rock – “Kirby”
Has there ever been a mightier anthem dedicated to a domesticated feline? Aesop Rock has always had a way with words, but this stand-out cut from his excellent album The Impossible Kid shows that the man truly has the ability to rap about anything. “Kirby” just might be the most entertainingly fitting music video in his career. If you’re a fan of cats or puppets, you definitely need to check this one out. – Sean Kramer
#4″ Grimes – “Kill V. Maim”
Grimes is a multifaceted visual artist, which is why at least one of her music videos always ends up on our list of the best of the year. She just knows what the camera wants, and she wears her inspirations proudly. The killer track “Kill V. Maim” is literally killer. Given the same treatment as the album from which it stems, Art Angels, the video for this song has a decidedly Manga aesthetic and flair, featuring post-apocalyptic characters with sharp, polished edges in one big rave.
The editing is quick, but the characters and set blocking are quicker, utilizing every bit of space the screen has, and when an area isn’t occupied by something practical, an animated graphic covers it (even bleeding into the widescreen bars). “Kill V. Maim” is just ridiculously fun, and it’s most certainly visceral, decked out in bliss and ready for fire. – David Fisch
#3: Coldplay – “Hymm For The Weekend”
The colors in this music video exemplify the beauty of India, and I’m impressed by Coldplay’s decision to make the video there. This song, off their seventh studio album, Head Full Of Dreams, is sonic perfection. The whole world loves it, but seeing the video takes it to another level.
Ben Mor directed the video, and it showcases Chris Martin taking taxis and being followed by children. Beyonce shows up for the end (of course) and sounds amazing, while “Coldplay” shows up on the screen in Hindi. This video has been criticized by some because of the “fine line between cultural appreciation and cultural appropriation” debate, but I can’t help but love it. – Anthony Marks
#2: Beyoncé – “Hold Up”
When Beyoncé released her visual album for her unprecedented record, Lemonade, the world took notice. It’s captivating and indulgent beyond the simple audio tracks, visually stunning, and thought provoking. “Hold Up” represents one slice of the greater story. It takes no prisoners in this forceful, ball-busting visual reflection of Beyoncé’s reaction to Jay-Z’s alleged cheating ways. But this video is more than a generous fantasy scene of total destruction that we have all felt at one point or another. It celebrates freedom of expression. – Christine Perez
#1: David Bowie – “Lazarus”
The year’s best video was also the hardest to watch. It was an aesthetic sequel to the knockout video for the title track of Blackstar, and it was revealed to the world just days before the tragic death of David Bowie.
Trying to divorce the video from its context is both futile and beside the point. Bowie knew this would be his final farewell, and he chose a suitably unique vision to bow out on. His retreat into the wardrobe at the end of the video is, in retrospect, one of the defining images in music this year.
Sadly, he was not the only legend we lost, but at least we got to see him leave us on his terms, in his own inimitable way. He turned his death into an enduring work of art to share with the world, and for that, we should feel humbled and privileged. – Jay Chirinos


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That was a nice story... makes me interested - there could be so much more - see where the prediction took her, how things could change knowing the future... a seed... but it is great as a short story, too. Thanks for sharing it!

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If the word mini is anything to go by, choosing a mini excavator should be no big deal. But these pieces of equipment are anything but small – the mini excavator is a mighty tool that is used for everything from demolition to building clearing and landscaping. If you need a mini excavator, you have a tough choice to make – which of the many excellent quality machines is best for you? If you’re struggling to make the decision, take a look at our guide to hiring or buying a mini excavator for your business.
1. Basic Features of the Mini Excavator
Learn about the basic features of the typical mini excavator to find out what features are essential for your needs and what you can do without. This will help you to narrow down the choices and make the best decision about the machine that suits you. The mini excavator has a cab, an engine, a track, a boom arm, and an attachment. The engine is diesel and it creates the power needed for the track and also for the hydraulics that control the attachment. Steel or rubber tracks allow the excavator to keep a grip on the surface even when it is muddy, rocky, or loose ground. The boom is the arm that gives the power to the digger and the attachment does the work, depending on what attachment you have fitted.
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When choosing a mini excavator considers what type of tracks you need as this is one area that can affect the functionality of the machine. For example, steel tracks are extremely hardwearing and tend to be more durable than rubber. You get better traction with steel but if you are mainly working on grass or concrete then rubber tracks do less damage.
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Some mini excavators have enclosed cabs – a great choice if you are working outside in cold climates or rainy weather. In the past mini excavators didn’t tend to have enclosed cabs but the feature is becoming much more popular. You can also find features that prevent vandalism to the controls – you can lock up the cab to prevent damage, which is good for when you need to leave the machine outside overnight.
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Nothing beats a trial when you are making your decision. Pay attention to how the machine feels when you use it. Does it respond well to your controls? Is the machine free from rust, dirt, and in good condition? How heavy is the machine to operate, and are you confident that it will meet the needs of your job?
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Ramprakash's county team Surrey was asked by Jaipur based franchise Rajasthan Royals to release Ramprakash for a two-week stint as substitute for South African captain Graeme Smith.
Surrey spoke to Ramprakash before refusing the proposal, but made it clear that they would not stand in his way in future.
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Anthony Kiedis's Net Worth as of February 2023 is $155 Million
Quick Facts of Anthony Kiedis
|Net Worth||$155 Million|
|Height||5 ft 9 in|
|Date of Birth||1 November, 1962|
Anthony Kiedis is the founder, singer, and songwriter of the popular rock and roll band “Red Hot Chili Pepper”.
Moreover, Kiedis is also co-author of the book titled “Scar Tissue” which is about how he struggled with cocaine addiction and some other personal details.
Is Anthony Kiedis deaf?
Anthony has hearing problems and also suffers from a condition called tinnitus.
Anthony Kiedis’s Biography, Age
Anthony Kiedis was born in Grand Rapids, Michigan on November 1, 1962, to John Micheal Kiedis and Margaret Noble.
He has three siblings from his stepmother who are Julie, Jenny, and James Kiedis. His parents got divorced when he was just 3 years old and he lived with his mother in Michigan. After getting into trouble at school, he moved to live with his father in Los Angeles in 1974.
His father made money from selling drugs and was also an actor.
Talking about Kiedis’ educational background he attended Fairfax High School. For his higher education, he joined the University of California but he dropped out.
Was Anthony Kiedis addicted to drugs?
At the age of 12, Anthony started drinking alcohol and taking drugs. His dad also struggled with addiction and used to share drugs with Anthony.
Anthony Kiedis’ Career
Kiedis is the founding member of the 1983-formed rock band Red Hot Chili Peppers. Although his friends Hillel Slovak, Micheal Balzore, and Jack Irons were already in other bands, he formed the band with them.
When the group signed a record contract, Slovak and Irons quit and rejoined their former band.
Kiedis and Michael did not give up their vision, so they hired guitarist Jack Sherman and drummer Cliff Martinez. The band finally became known as Red Hot Chili Peppers.
Red Hot Chili Peppers is the title of the band’s first debut album. The album was released by EMI Records in August 1984. Even though the band did not earn much from record sales, many people began to follow them.
The next year, their second album named “Freaky Styles” was released, and this time, Slovak and Irons rejoined the band after Sherman and Martinez were fired. The second album similarly failed to sell well.
The Red Hot Chili Peppers released their third album titled “The Uplift Mofo Party Plan” in 1987 and it went all the way to the Billboard 200 album charts.
Just when the success was beginning to trickle in, Kiedis lost his friend and bandmate Slovak who died of a heroin overdose on June 25, 1988.
After this tragedy, Irons left the band and Kiedis went to a rehabilitation center. After some time had passed, they tried to regroup.
Are Red Hot Chilli Peppers Cancelled?
A famous band Red Hot Chilli Peppers has canceled their upcoming performance at the 2022 Billboard Music Awards due to “unforeseen circumstances”. The show was going to be broadcast from MGM Grand Garden Area located in Las Vegas on May 15, 2022.
Kiedis and Flea hired guitarist Blackbyrd McKnight and drummer D.H. Peligro to the band. The new members were unable to create the same level of musical magic the band previously had.
So, they again hired another guitarist John Frusciante and drummer Chad Smith and recorded the song “Mothers Milk”.
Their fifth album “Blood Sugar Sex Magik” was the one that gave Anthony Kiedis and Chili Peppers fame. It was produced by Warner Bros.
The album was No. 3 on the Billboard 200 and has since sold over 13 million copies worldwide. It featured the singles “Under The Bridge”, “Give It Away” and “Suck My Kiss”. In September 1995, their sixth album “One Hot Minute” was released.
Other albums by the Red Hot Chili Peppers are By the Way (2002), Stadium Arcadium (2006), I’m with You (2011), and The Getaway (2016).
In 2012, The Red Hot Chili Peppers were included into the Rock and Roll Hall of fame. They have sold over 80 million records and won six Grammy awards.
Kiedis is also an actor as he starred in the 1978 movie F.I.S.T. He has also featured in the movies Point Break (1991) and also in The Chase (1994).
What is Anthony Kiedis’ Net Worth?
Anthony has an estimated net worth of $120 million.
Does Anthony Kiedis regret writing his autobiography book?
“For a while, I did regret writing the book because it caused some pain,” he told The Sun newspaper in 2016. “But then I started to see how good things would be in the long run. People read it in hospitals, prisons, and schools, and it made them feel better.
Is Anthony Kiedis Married? Girlfriend or Wife
Anthony Kiedis is not yet married. He has a long list of women whom he has dated of who are known celebrities.
Kiedis has been in several relationships.
- Hava Handel (1979 – 1982),
- Jennifer Bruce (1985 – 1987)
- Jaime Rishar (1993 – 1996)
- Yohanna Logan (1998 – 2003)
- Heather Christie (2004 – 2008)
- Helena Vestergaard (2013 – 2015)
- Wanessa Milhomem (2015).
Anthony and Heather Christie together welcomed a son named Everly Kiedis who was born in October 2007. He fought for custody of his son when he got separated from Heather, but he lost the custody battle in the courts.
Is Anthony Kiedis Vegan?
In 2008, the lead singer of the band Red Hot Chili Peppers was voted “Sexiest Male Vegetarian.” He had been a vegetarian for a while, but when he became a vegan, he said, “Soon after I became a vegan, I saw a documentary about how cows are treated in factory farms… It made the deal official.”
Anthony Kiedis’s Family – Dad, Son
Kiedis’s father’s name is John Kiedis which he later changed to Blackie Dummett. He was born on December 7, 1939, in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Blackie was married to Kiedis’ mother, Peggy whose real name is Margaret and they are currently divorced.
Kiedis’s father used to raise wolves in Michigan in the 1990s. He lived in Los Angeles but later moved to Portland in 2007.
Did Anthony Keidis fixed his teeth?
Anthony Keidis replaced his upper teeth with silver tooth crowns. Now, his upper teeth are nearly gone.
Is Anthony Kiedis Gay?
Anthony Kiedis is definitely not gay, judging by the information on his personal life and the history of women who he has dated.
He loves posing for pictures with bandmates and sitting close to them with his arm around them but his sexual orientation is straight, not gay or bisexual.
- Height: 5ft 9in (175 cm)
- Weight: 77 kg (170 lbs)
- Eye Color: Light Brown
- Hair Color: Dark Brown

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text: PURPOSE: Fragile X syndrome is an X-llinked genetic disorder and is characterized by mental retardation, learning disability, behavior disorder, and autism with typical elongated face, large ears, and macro-orchidism. Recent reports have focused attention on the EEG finding of this syndrome, which is a particular paroxysmal pattern during sleep (mono or diphasic centrotemporal spikes) and awake state (background slowing). In this study, we analyzed the clinical characteristics of fragile X syndrome patients and observed whether a particular EEG pattern is associated with this syndrome or not. METHODS: 7 cases of fragile X syndrome, diagnosed at Sowha Children's Hospital and Cha General Hospital from August 1993 to February 1995, were analyzed retrospectively in terms of typical phenotypes and clinical & EEG characteristics. The patients were diagnosed by Southern blotting and polymerase chain reaction (PCR) method. RESULTS: 1) The subjects were all male and the mean age was 5.8 years old (2Y-11Y). 2) Typical phenotype of long elongated face, macro-orchidism, large ears, and large head are noted in 2/3 of the subject. 3) Developmental delay, mental retardation, learning disability, attention deficit, hyperactivity, and autism are noted in 2/3 of the subject. 4) Seizure is noted in one case and EEG was performed in 6 cases, regardless of the presence of seizures. Abnormal findings including centrotemporal sharps and background slowing are noted in one case, each. 5) By molecular diagnostic methods including Southern blotting and PCR, 3 cases of affected male and 4 of normal transmitting male were diagnosed. CONCLUSIONS: 1) The typical phenotype of fragile X syndrome is long elongated face, macro-orchidism, large ears and large head. 2) The non-physical characteristics of fragile X syndrome are developmental delay, mental retardation, learning disability, attention deficit, hyperactivity, and autism. 3) The characteristic EEG findings of fragile X syndrome known by literature are noted in 2 among 6 cases, which means the specificity is high even though the sensitivity is low. This allows us to propose this EEG pattern as an important "marker" in the diagnosis of fragile X syndrome. However, the number of the subject is too small to conclude now. Further accumulation of cases is reguired.

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California corrections officials plan on trimming the state prison population by nearly 9,500 inmates.
According to CBS LA, officials say they are adopting new sentencing rules, including reducing sentences up to six months for earning a college degree and up to a month each year for participating in self-help programs like drug counseling.
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This could potentially lower the prison population by about 7 percent.
The changes follow voters’ approval of Proposition 57 back in November. The initiative lets felons seek parole more quickly and gave corrections officials broad discretion to grant early release credits.


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“Went to See the Gypsy.”
Recorded September 30, 2018.
“Went to See the Gypsy” was recorded in Studio B in New York on March 3, 1970 in one take (on The Bootleg Series, Volume 10: Another Self Portrait), March 4 in five takes and March 5 in another take. It was originally intended for Self Portrait but was saved for what became of New Morning. On June 6, 1970 he put in four takes including the album cut. This has never been performed live.
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The rough drafts in March 1970 were likely Dylan and Bromberg working it out but the New Morning takes featured the full band. Kelly and Daniel discuss the narrative of the song – someone who went to see the gypsy, left to make a call, but when he returns the gypsy is gone so off to the river to ponder what it all means.
Each version of the song feels unique. It seems like every lyric has this subtle change between versions that keep you on your toes but also alter the chemistry of the piece. Like New Morning: “He smiled when he saw me coming, and he said ‘Well, well, well!’” versus Another Self Portrait: “He smiled when he saw me coming, and he wished me well.” While the New Morning is excellent and has that extended outros that are rare, the Another Self Portrait organ is too awesome to contend with.
So just who is the gypsy? First, don’t use “gypsy” anymore. Second, it’s Elvis. Guitarist Ron Cornelius told Melody Maker in 1971 the song “was going to see Elvis in Las Vegas.” Apparently, Elvis was at the International Hotel for a four-week residency and Dylan and Co. may have been around the area in the winter of 1970. Elvis had covered Dylan songs in the past and said at one of the Vegas shows, “My mouth is so dry it feels like Bob Dylan spent the night in it.”
Michael Gray doesn’t think so:
In June 1972 Bob Dylan was ‘spotted’ attending one of Presley’s four concerts at Madison Square Garden, NYC. The idea, suggested by ‘Went to See the Gypsy’, that Dylan might have met Presley in Minnesota (a) when both were famous, (b) after a Presley Las Vegas stint and (c) ahead of the New Morning songs being recorded, is impossible, though they might have met elsewhere. That Dylan might have seen Presley in concert in Minnesota is another matter: Presley first performed in Minnesota in St. Paul, May 13, 1956; next, 15 years later, was Minneapolis, November 5, 1971
And in 2009, Dylan came clean (or did he, who really ever knows!): “I never met Elvis, because I didn’t want to meet Elvis… I know The Beatles went to see him, and he just played with their heads…”
Elvis was truly some sort of American king. Two or three times we were up in Hollywood, and he had sent some of the Memphis Mafia down to where we were to bring us up to see Elvis. But none of us went… I don’t know if I would have wanted to see Elvis like that. I wanted to see the powerful mystical Elvis that had crash-landed from a burning star onto American soil.Bob Dylan
This won’t be the last time Elvis shows up on Sign on the Window. One of his last recordings was a gorgeous rendition of “I Shall Be Released” where he announces at the end, “Dylan!” And Elvis’s end, as inglorious as can be, was perhaps on Dylan’s mind as well – from Clinton Heylin: “Afraid that he might never be able to do consciously what he used to do unconsciously, he perhaps feared a future as a Vegas act, playing the old hits to baby boomers with corporate credit cards. The result is his first song to address the creative drought that now had begun in earnest.”
Of course it would be that reference to that “little Minnesota town” that would reconnect Dylan with his home and drive a lot of what would be Planet Waves a few years from this moment.
Kelly went to go see Jason Webley live and feels like you should too! My Dad Wrote a Porno Season 4 is in full effect – WHO IS THE SPECIAL ONE?! DOES IT MATTER? – and BoJack Horseman is still excellent in its 5th season.
Daniel realized the prolific Bonnie ‘Prince’ Billy and less prolific Bill Callahan are now on Spotify. Go listen. And based on a tip from the New York Times, Alien Weaponry from New Zealand.
Only 442 songs left! Kelly guessed #133. “Tell Me That It Isn’t True” from Nashville Skyline, which would have been our first. Nope. It’s #166. “Bring Me a Little Water,” a cover released on The Bootleg Series, Volume 10: Another Self Portrait.

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Houston police shot and wounded a man firing a rifle near the city's downtown Occupy Wall Street camp, but the incident doesn't appear to be related to the ongoing protest. Witnesses say the man had never been seen near camp before and despite firing several shots in the vicinity, he did not appear to be targeting (and perhaps wasn't even aware of) the demonstration.
The 21-year-old man arrived in Tranquility Park, where protestors are camped out, wearing a suit and brandishing a rifle around rush hour on Monday evening. He fired several shots into the air and pointed the rifle at people in the park, but apparently walked right by the main encampment without hurting anyone.
It appears the man was simply hoping to be shot by police. Witnesses said he pointed the gun at his own head at one point, and when confronted by officers, reportedly shouted "kill me." Police officers shot him twice, but the man was taken to a local hospital and his injuries were not life-threatening. No other bystanders were injured.
This article is from the archive of our partner The Wire.

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This is the original text of: Explanation of Gathering and Sending Out the Disciples, by Ray and Star Silverman
In a deep sense, the gathering together of the twelve disciples, before sending them out as apostles, represents an important step in our spiritual development.
Created or translated by: Ray and Star Silverman
Date of creation: 2020
Credit: Many thanks to Ray and Star Silverman for the permission to use the materials from their book, "A Seamless Garment," for the chapter summaries for the Four Gospels.
Copyright: Copyright by the author
All rights reserved. These commentaries have been published serially, with Matthew in 2020, Mark in 2021, and Luke completed in 2022.
License: Used with permission - see terms
About: This is a study of the Four Gospels as a divinely arranged narrative, from the first word of Matthew to the last word of John.
Obtained from: http://riseaboveit.org


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Wequassett Resort And Golf Club Adds twenty-eight Atlantic To Its Five- Star Legacy In Forbes Travel Guide’s 2021 Star Awards
CHATHAM, Mass., Sept. 3, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Forbes Travel Guide (“FTG”), the only global rating system for luxury hotels, restaurants, and spas, today offered a sneak peek at select winners from its upcoming 2021 Annual Star awards. Wequassett Resort and Golf Club’s signature restaurant, twenty-eight Atlantic, was awarded the esteemed Five-Star rating, one of 74 restaurants worldwide. The Resort has proudly held the Five-Star distinction for six consecutive years.
A Cape Cod tradition for generations, Wequassett is an exquisite hideaway spanning 27 pristine waterfront acres surrounded by lush gardens overlooking tranquil Pleasant Bay and the Atlantic beyond. Accommodations are housed in 27 buildings of Cape Cod-style architecture and include 120 luxurious guest rooms and suites reminiscent of comfortable seaside residences. Amenities include two magnificent pools, two private beaches, four tennis courts, five diverse restaurants, boating and sailing, children’s programming, and championship golf at the prestigious Cape Cod National Golf Club.
The resort’s signature restaurant, twenty-eight Atlantic, housed in an 18th century sea captain’s home overlooking Pleasant Bay is one of the most stunning settings in New England. The décor of the restaurant incorporates many fine features such as an exposed wine rack, beautiful fireplace, rich wood paneling, period lighting fixtures and marine art. Noted Executive Chef, James Hackney, helms the kitchen and relishes the region’s fresh native seafood and indigenous ingredients from artisanal farms. Chef Hackney is passionate about creating exquisite seasonal tasting menus with superb wine pairings.
“We are thrilled that twenty-eight Atlantic has been added to the coveted Five-Star status and very proud that the Resort has been recognized as Five-Star since 2016, a very gratifying accomplishment for our talented and dedicated staff. Our quest to elevate twenty-eight Atlantic’s rating has been truly embraced by our entire team and I am so grateful for this recognition, particularly during such a challenging time,” said Mark Novota, Managing Partner of Wequassett Resort and Golf Club.
Forbes Travel Guide, the world-renowned expert in genuine Five-Star service, announced its 2020 Star Awards in February. FTG is now adding to the prestigious award winners list by revealing some 2021 winners early to provide getaway inspiration as travel picks up post-quarantine the early winners for 2021 were inspected prior to COVID-19 closures.
“It gives us much pleasure to recognize these deserving properties with their 2021 awards,” said Filip Boyen, CEO of Forbes Travel Guide. “We hope that these excellent properties will prompt travelers to start dreaming about their next trip and build anticipation for our forthcoming full slate of awards in 2021.”
He added, “It’s difficult to earn a Forbes Travel Guide Star Rating, and all of our winners have demonstrated dedication in their passion for service. We congratulate them all and their commitment to consistently deliver excellence to guests.”
Forbes Travel Guide will celebrate the full list of 2021 Star Award winners in spring 2021.
To view the new Star Award winners, visit ForbesTravelGuide.com.
For a detailed explanation of how Forbes Travel Guide compiles its Star Ratings, click here.
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About Wequassett Resort and Golf Club
Wequassett Resort and Golf Club is distinguished as the only hotel on Cape Cod and the Islands to have earned Forbes Five-Star status for both the resort and its signature restaurant, twenty-eight Atlantic. The property is also a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts’ esteemed Legend Collection. Located in Chatham, Massachusetts, the resort is set on 27 secluded acres overlooking beautiful Pleasant Bay and offers 120 luxurious guest rooms and suites. Five restaurants feature diverse dining experiences from elegant to beach side casual, all with spectacular water views. Executive Chef, James Hackney, serves a sophisticated menu of iconic New England creations in the Five Star, twenty-eight Atlantic, while The Outer Bar & Grille is a perennial destination for casual coastal cuisine. Recreational amenities abound and include, private beaches and pools, tennis, boating and sailing, and golf at the esteemed Cape Cod National Golf Club. The Children’s Center offers innovative, educational, and whimsical programming encouraging younger guests to explore one of the country’s most imaginative playgrounds. The resort features over 30,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor event space creating a dramatic backdrop for weddings, social gatherings, and conferences. The resort has been consistently recognized by Travel + Leisure and Conde Nast Traveler since 2015. For more information, please visit, www.wequassett.com.
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Forbes Travel Guide is the only global rating system for luxury hotels, restaurants, and spas. Our anonymous professional inspectors evaluate based on up to 900 objective standards, with an emphasis on exceptional service, to help discerning travelers select the world’s best luxury experiences. The only way to get a Five-Star, Four-Star or Recommended rating is by earning it through our independent inspection process. For more information about Forbes Travel Guide, please visit Forbes TravelGuide.com.
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Frances Young, Ph.D.
Emerita Edward Cadbury Professor of Theology, University of Birmingham.
Frances Young taught Theology at the University of Birmingham from 1971. From 1986 to 2005 she held the Edward Cadbury Chair, serving as Head of Department, Head of School, Dean of the Faculty and Pro-Vice-Chancellor. She was made OBE for services to Theology in 1998, and elected a Fellow of the British Academy in 2004. Now Emeritus Professor of Theology, she is still engaged in research and writing. New Testament and early Christian studies are her main fields of interest. Her academic publications include From Nicaea to Chalcedon. A Guide to the Literature and its Background (SCM press, 1983, 2nd edition 2010) and Biblical Exegesis and the Formation of Christian Culture (CUP, 1997); she co-edited The Cambridge History of Early Christian Literature and The Cambridge History of Christianity: Origins to Constantine.
Frances was ordained as a Methodist minister in 1984, and regularly leads worship locally, as well as responding to preaching invitations from various denominations across the country. She has always endeavoured to bridge academia and the life of the churches, engaging particularly in ecumenical activities and conferences, including the World Faith and Order Conference in Santiago di Compostela in 1993. She is a Patron of the Ecumenical Society of the Virgin Mary.
She and her husband cared for Arthur Thomas, their son born in 1967 with profound learning disabilities, until June 2012, when at 45 years of age he finally left home for residential care. In 1985 she published Face to Face (Epworth Press), an account of her son’s life and education, her own struggle with faith, coming to terms with the situation and her call to ordination. Since then she has frequently been asked to speak about theology and disability, and her journey of understanding has continued through Arthur’s adulthood. Jean Vanier, the L’Arche communities and Foi et Lumière have been an important influence; in 1991 and 2001 she was involved in the Faith and Light pilgrimages to Lourdes, she has spoken at an International General Assembly meeting for both L’Arche (Swanwick 2002) and Faith and Light (Rome 2002), has visited Faith and Light in Moscow twice (2003, 2010), and over the years been involved in a number of meetings exploring the theology of L’Arche. She would now say that through her son and his condition she has been given privileged access to the deepest truths of Christianity. Her most recent publication is Arthur’s Call. A Journey of Faith in the Face of Severe Learning Disability (SPCK, 2014).
Meanwhile, her personal experience fed into Brokenness and Blessing. Towards a Biblical Spirituality (DLT, 2007), and in 2011 she delivered the Bampton lectures in Oxford in which she tried to bring all the different aspects of her life, as scholar, minister and mother of a person born with profound disabilities into a coherent theological understanding of creation, human existence, Christ, salvation, the Spirit, the Church, Mary and the Trinity. The resulting book, God’s Presence: A Recapitulation of Early Christianity, was published by CUP in 2013. In 2015, she gave the Didsbury Lectures at NTC.
‘Creation and Human Being: The Forging of a Distinct Christian Discourse’, Studia Patristica XLIV, 335-348. Republished in Exegesis and Theology, 2012.
‘Self and Cosmos Transformed: The Significance of the Idea of Creation for Christianity’s Counter-cultural Challenge’ in Weltconstruktionen. Religiőse Weltdeutung zwischen Chaos und Kosmos vom Alten Orient bis zum Islam, ed. Peter Gemeinhardt und Annette Zgoll (Tűbingen: Mohr Siebeck, 2010).
Holiness and Mission. Learning from the Early Church about Mission in the City, with Morna Hooker (London: SCM press, 2010).
From Nicaea to Chalcedon. A guide to the Literature and Its Background, 2nd Edition, with Andrew Teal, London: (SCM press & Grand Rapids: Baker Books, 2010).
‘Now and Then: Ecumenism over time’ in A Thankful Heart and a Discerning Mind. Essays in Honour of John Newton, Mervyn Davies, ed (Lonely Scribe, 2010).
‘God’s Image: The ‘Elephant in the Room’ in the Fourth Century?’ SP 50 (2011) 57-71.
Exegesis and Theology in Early Christianity (Variorum, Farnham: Ashgate, 2012).
‘Apathōs epathen: Patristic Reflection on the Problem of Suffering, the Cross and the Incarnation’, in Godhead Here in Hiding, Terrence Merrigan and F. Glorieux (eds.), Bibliotheca Ephemeridum Theologicarum Lovaniensium 234 (Leuven: Peeters, 2012).
God’s Presence. A Contemporary Recapitulation of Early Christianity (Cambridge: CUP, 2013).
Arthur’s Call. A Journey of Faith in the Face of Severe Leaning Disability (London: SPCK, 2014).
‘Apathōs epathen: Patristic Reflection on God, Suffering, and the Cross’ in Within the Love of God. Essays on the Doctrine of God in Honour of Paul S. Fiddes, Anthony Clarke and Andrew Moore, eds (Oxford: OUP, 2014). [A slightly adapted version of the essay published in 2012]
Construing the Cross: Type, Sign, Symbol, Word, Action. Didsbury Lecture Series (Eugene, Oregon: Cascade Books, Wipf and Stock, 2015).


E3500 Computer Controlled Multi Spot Optical Tweezer
The E3500 is a fully functional, computer-controlled optical tweezer system for the capture and manipulation of microparticles. Like the E3300, it is designed to be attached to high-quality commercial instruments and upgrade them to photonic force microscopes.
Typical applications are in biophysics, cell sorting and microrheology, in chemistry, in colloid research and in physics, particle spectroscopy.
The system consists of an optical module containing the laser, the beam guiding optics and the microscope interface, and the control module with the drive electronics, the computer and the unique control software. The optical module is connected to the microscope either via an additional module or a camera connection. Various interfaces are available depending on the manufacturer and model of the microscope.
The beam is controlled by acousto-optical high-speed beam deflectors. The unique design of the software and control electronics allows the creation and independent manipulation of multiple optical traps anywhere in the field of view. The high-speed GigE interface camera allows visualization of the trapped particles via the computer interface. The trap positions are superimposed on the video image for easy particle capture.
The 1070 nm fiber laser delivers a stable TEM00 beam with an M² of 1.05. This high beam quality when used with high NA microscope objectives results in a tightly focused Gaussian point required for efficient optical traps in the XY and Z directions. The laser power can be varied to change the strength of the optical trap.
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Posaluce is the simple and elegant coppered metal table lamp, perfect for any space.
Complete with switch and 2 poles plug and fitted with E27 lamp holder, Posaluce is ideal for being used with all LED light bulbs in our catalog.
You can configure Posaluce as you wish! Choose from the four models of textile cable we have already selected, or request your favourite to have a table lamp customized for you.
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Reports of the death of the Suicide Squad have been greatly exaggerated.
Sure, it may have seemed like the title brought with it some measure of finality, but this is modern-day Hollywood we’re talking about — a sequel is never off the table. According to Variety, Will Smith (Deadshot) and director David Ayer will work together on the upcoming Bright, but the production is being scheduled so that the pair will be freed up to shoot Suicide Squad 2.
This film was likely always intended to spawn a franchise, so the news shouldn’t come as a total shock, but the ride to its release has, at times, been very rocky. There was outrage over the Joker’s tattooed appearance, head-scratching over some underwhelming art, an on-set therapist, and even a hipster-themed parody trailer from Nerdist that played on fans’ worst fears about the film.
All that said, the trailers that have been released thus far seem to have assuaged fans’ anxiety a bit, and execs seem confident enough to forge ahead, despite the initial flurry of negative PR.
The sequel is set to shoot sometime in 2017 but — aside from Smith and Ayer — it’s unclear if anyone else will return. While the “suicide” portion of the title has proved a misnomer, it also wouldn’t be much of a “squad” if no one returned to star alongside Smith.
Apparently, the cast got pretty chummy during production and even got matching tattoos to show solidarity. Sounds like a recipe for a reunion to us.
We’ll keep you updated as news breaks but, in the meantime, the first Suicide Squad is set to hit theaters on August 5, 2016. The film stars Jared Leto (the Joker), Margot Robbie (Harley Quinn), Jai Courtney (Captain Boomerang), and Cara Delevingne (Enchantress), among others.
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- Is cry it out damaging?
- Does crying it out cause psychological damage?
- Does Ferber method work for naps?
- What are the side effects of too much crying?
- Does sleep training affect attachment?
- Why the cry it out method is bad?
- Why crying it out is bad for the baby?
- Does cry it out cause attachment issues?
- Do you pick up baby during Ferber method?
- Should you pick up a baby every time it cries?
- Should you let babies cry themselves to sleep?
- Can crying too much hurt the baby?
- How long should a baby cry themselves to sleep?
- What age is appropriate for cry it out?
- How long should you try the Ferber method?
Is cry it out damaging?
Blogs and parenting books often cite the study as “proof” that the cry-it-out method doesn’t harm children.
But if you look closely, you quickly see that the study doesn’t actually test “cry it out.” Instead, it tests two other gentler methods, including the camping out method..
Does crying it out cause psychological damage?
The practice of letting a baby cry it out, or cry until the child drifts off to sleep, does not cause long-term emotional or behavior harm, according to a new study.
Does Ferber method work for naps?
The Ferber Method also aims to help children fall asleep easily at bedtime, sleep all night long, and fall back asleep easily on their own if they do wake up in the middle of the night. It also encourages children to take naps more easily.
What are the side effects of too much crying?
When crying hard enough, many people will experience: a runny nose. bloodshot eyes. swelling around the eyes and general puffiness in the face….Sinus headachespostnasal drip.stuffy nose.tenderness around the nose, jaw, forehead, and cheeks.sore throat.cough.discharge from the nose.
Does sleep training affect attachment?
Fact: Multiple studies show that there are no negative consequences in parent-child bond due to sleep training. In fact, some studies actually show an improvement in security between parent and child following sleep training.
Why the cry it out method is bad?
A well-known sleep training method is called “cry it out” (CIO) for a reason—it typically involves the baby crying until she falls asleep. Because the crying may signify that the baby is experiencing stress, opponents of the method consider it harsh and potentially damaging.
Why crying it out is bad for the baby?
They’re responsible for emotional well-being and the ability to be calm and handle stress well in later life. In addition, the level of stress caused to the infant brain by prolonged uncomforted distressed crying is so toxic, it results in: Elevated blood pressure. Elevated cerebral pressure.
Does cry it out cause attachment issues?
A new study, which has prompted these media headlines, suggests that leaving babies to “cry it out” occasionally does not have negative effects on future crying, a baby’s attachment to its mother, or the child’s future behaviour.
Do you pick up baby during Ferber method?
Richard Ferber. It teaches babies to self-soothe, so they can fall asleep on their own — and fall back to sleep when they wake up during the night. … You can soothe your baby verbally or give her a gentle rub or pat. But you shouldn’t pick her up or feed her, and your visits should only last a minute or two.
Should you pick up a baby every time it cries?
A 2017 study confirms what many parents already instinctively know: you should pick up babies every time they cry. The research from the University of Notre Dame found that it was impossible to spoil an infant by holding or cuddling him, according to an article at News.co.au.
Should you let babies cry themselves to sleep?
Letting a baby cry itself to sleep has been viewed as cruel or even dangerous by some parents due to fears that such nighttime turmoil could raise an infant’s stress levels and provoke future behavioral problems. But moms and dads needn’t lose sleep with worry, according to a study published this week in Pediatrics.
Can crying too much hurt the baby?
“Assuming there are no medical issues, there is no harm in a baby’s excessive crying,” he says. “They may get a hoarse voice, but they will eventually get tired and stop crying. Your baby may also get a little gassy from swallowing air while crying, but that’s OK.
How long should a baby cry themselves to sleep?
Let your baby cry for a full five minutes. Next, go back into the room, give your baby a gentle pat, an “I love you” and “good night”, and exit again. Repeat this process for as long as your child cries, making sure to extend the time you leave your baby alone by 5 more minutes each time until your baby falls asleep.
What age is appropriate for cry it out?
When to let baby cry it out Babies are generally developmentally ready to be sleep trained at 4 to 6 months. By about 5 to 6 months, they can sleep through the night without needing to eat, making it a good time to try the CIO method.
How long should you try the Ferber method?
The next night, the intervals are 12, 15, and 17 minutes. The plan is simple in concept, and Ferber outlines exactly what to do each night. He states that after about four days, most children are sleeping through the night. As you can see, this is not a “cry it out” plan.

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Stratospheric drones can monitor the ground at a high altitude of 50 kilometers (31 miles). They can monitor wildfires, marine pollution and sea-level rise. Because abnormal weather conditions barely occur in the stratosphere, the very top layer of the Earth's atmosphere is an optimal place for long-term flight aircraft operation. Currently, European aircraft manufacturer Airbus' solar drone "Zephyr S," is the only stratospheric solar-powered drone that has achieved the record of flying for 26 consecutive days. The drone can mount 5 kilograms (11 pounds) of equipment.
The Ministry of Science and ICT said in a statement on September 15 that through a four-year project, the ministry will build a solar-powered drone that can stay up in the sky for more than a month to carry a load of about 20 kilograms. "There are various development projects for materials, parts and devices are underway and such projects will create a big synergy if they are linked to this stratospheric drone project," Yong Hong-taek, the science ministry's director of research and development policy, was quoted as saying.
To secure ultra-light hull technology, the core technology of stratospheric drones, it is necessary to develop high-performance batteries and secure material and parts technologies such as carbon fiber composite materials.
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Conflict is a natural and inevitable part of human interaction, both in personal and professional settings. However, how we approach and resolve conflicts can greatly impact the quality of our relationships and the effectiveness of our teamwork. This course is designed to empower individuals with the knowledge and skills needed to navigate conflicts constructively and transform them into opportunities for growth, understanding, and collaboration.
At the conclusion of this course, participants will:
- Understand Conflict: Participants will gain insight into the nature and causes of conflicts, recognizing that conflict is a natural occurrence and an opportunity for growth and change.
- Learn how to enhance communication skills, including active listening, assertive expression, and non-verbal communication, to promote open and honest dialogue.
- Explore their own conflict resolution styles and preferences, as well as those of others, to better understand and manage conflicts.
- Gain a toolkit of proven conflict resolution techniques, including negotiation, mediation, and problem-solving, to address conflicts in a positive and productive manner.
- Learn that conflicts may arise from cultural differences, the training emphasizes cultural sensitivity and the importance of diversity and inclusion.
- Learn team-building exercises to strengthen relationships and trust among team members, reducing the likelihood of conflicts.


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Bank Robberyby Rosemary Ellen Guiley
Frank and Jesse James pioneered the daylight holdup in 1866. Ever since then, bank officials and law-enforcement authorities have battled bank robbers. Modern security, technology, and police methods have made it extremely difficult for criminals to successfully rob a bank; yet, drawn by the lure of fast money, many still try. Bank Robbery traces the history of the crime from the time of Frank and Jesse James to the present, detailing the tactics criminals have used to rob banks and the laws and crimefighting techniques police have used to put bank robbers behind bars.
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The Tipperary Millennium Orchestra are now entering their second decade and are continuing to grow, not only in numbers but also in musical and artistic ability. Having been together for over 11 years the orchestra is a wonderful mix of new and young talent, combined with the experience of members who have been with them from the very beginning. Having this wealth of experience, both among the musicians and the production team, means that the orchestra has become an intrinsic part of the music scene in Tipperary. It is a wonderful opportunity for young people to showcase their talents in an orchestral environment, while gaining invaluable experience. Many of the members go on to study music and having this as part of their repertoire certainly stands them in good stead. Many hours of intense rehearsal time takes place, beginning in September each year and culminating in the annual Christmas Concert.
This year the orchestra will return to the wonderful setting of Ss Peter and Paul’s in Clonmel on Sunday, 11th December for that Christmas Concert. Since their last visit to this venue the church has undergone a beautiful transformation and will only add to the atmosphere of the performance. This year’s line-up includes soloist tenor David Martin, who will be joined by the members of the Gaudeamus Choir.
David Martin from Dundalk performs with incredible stamina, agility and flexibility. He is described as possessing “a beautiful Italian Bel Canto quality in his voice, with fantastic vocal range”. He studied with Geraldine McGee in the Dundalk Dramatic Society before being accepted to study with Dr. Veronica Dunne in the Leinster College of Music and Drama.
He began his singing career winning The Denis O Sullivan Medal (Sligo), The Tenor Solo and the Joseph O’Mara Memorial Cup for operatic voice in Dublin. He successfully completed Il Corso Di Canto E Perfezionamento Lirico in Montalto Ligure, Northern Italy. In his career to date he has gained a wealth of experience in concert and stage performance both nationally and internationally. He has performed the lead tenor roles in several full stage productions including “The Lily of Killarney”, “The Gypsy Baron” and “Pink Champagne”. Other performances include tenor roles in excerpts from opera such as La Fille du Regiment, La Boheme, Cavalleria Rusticana, I Pagliacci, Lucia Di Lammermoor, La Traviata and many more.
He has performed on television and radio and on many occasions in the National Concert Hall, as well as in many theatrical venues around Ireland, the UK and Europe. Most recently in September David sang the lead tenor role in a two-night performance of “The Irish Ring”, produced by Michael O’Donoghue in the Excel Theatre in Tipperary. This production, which included works from Maritana, The Lily of Killarney and The Bohemenian Girl proved to be a very popular performance.
Clonmel’s own Danny Carroll and Mary Rose McNally were part of the production team for this event and are looking forward to working with David and the Gaudeamus team again in Clonmel.
This Christmas concert promises to live up to the very high standard of past productions and as audiences and supporters of the orchestra can testify, Christmas would not be the same without it.
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Body positivity, self-love, and mental health blogger Dot Masters looks back on how, amidst the chaos, the pandemic helped them discover themselves
The pandemic was eye opening for local Instagram blogger Dot Masters who talks daily about mental health, body image, and queer issues to thousands of followers. They started their Instagram page during the first lockdown to document their thoughts, only to realise later that it helped others.
18 months on, the page has now become a full-time job for Dot, which they manage alongside being a stay-at-home mum to two.
Dot, now 25, and their husband moved from England and now live on the outskirts of Cardiff.
Growing up was tough as Dot did not have a strong support system, so when diagnosed with anxiety and depression, it was hard to deal with. “It wasn’t until I was in high school that I realised not everyone has these issues. It wasn’t talked about, it wasn’t acknowledged,” they said.
Having struggled with body image issues, on Dot’s daughter’s birthday during the first lockdown, they were struck by a “lightbulb moment”.
I thought: if I didn’t want to pass it on to them, then I shouldn’t be doing it. So, I had the cake
While baking cake, Dot did not eat any, and their children asked why. “I didn’t want to tell them I couldn’t have cake because I didn’t want to pass it to them,” Dot reflected. “And I thought: if I didn’t want to pass it on to them, then I shouldn’t be doing it. So, I had the cake.”
Dot quit dieting and the next day, they started their Instagram account.
Helping others feel seen
Dot amassed more than 3,700 followers over a year. The motivation behind starting their page was simple. They wanted to normalise talking about mental health and body image issues, and to let people know that they’re seen.
Having grown up without an inspiring figure, Dot wanted to motivate others who grew up in similar situations.
“Lots of people don’t have great role models, I know I didn’t,” they explained. “My page was like a diary, but then it started gaining traction and I realised that I was helping people.”
How the pandemic affected their content
The subsequent lockdowns acted as a “step back from society” and gave them enough time to introspect. Having used life to distract them in the past, whenever Dot felt overwhelmed, they would simply repress it.
But as the country faced a mental health crisis, Dot began creating content on feeling vulnerable. Their content revolves around body positivity, raising awareness about non-binary people, self-love, and normalising things that are frowned upon.
Dot’s Instagram posts are accompanied by raw captions about tackling anxiety, being stronger than one’s struggles, and knowing what you deserve.
Their comments section is filled with positivity as many people relate to Dot’s content and thank them for making them feel more comfortable in their skin.
A fresh outlook on life
Dot ponders, “Now, I find the magic, beauty, joy and love in the little things.”
The pandemic has forced people to re-evaluate what is important in life. It is now a hug from a loved one, a walk in the park with a dog, and sharing a laugh over a cup of coffee.
Through Instagram, Dot is grateful to have met like-minded people and even made friends in South Wales.
For Dot, “What makes life beautiful is the littlest things.”
Looking for more body positivity and mental health content? @dream0graphy: Abbie taught me not to make myself smaller, and that it’s okay to take up space. She’s a walking rainbow in every sense of the word.
@lifejourneyofbeth: Beth talks about mental illness, ADHD, and all sorts of body positivity things. She shares the important messages and is a true inspiration.
@meganjaynecrabbe: In her book Body Positive Power, Megan writes about how beauty standards have always changed through the years. We can’t put ourselves in boxes. The book really helped me as I did not know a lot beforehand.
@that.fattie.serena: Serena is all about empowerment, body positivity, and her works also revolves around combatting racism. Her content is real and raw.
@matisse.dupont: Matisse does gender consultations to help people figure out who they are. They were a huge influence for me knowing that I’m non-binary. They make informative reels about the history of queerness, how we got here, and I love that with them, I’m always learning.

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These instructions show how hypertufa garden containers can be made with molds or free-form using cement and natural fillers. Use the basic recipe and follow the tutorials to create an assortment of garden planters and art.
If you love creative containers, also see 40 Unique Container Gardening Ideas.
Getting Started with Hypertufa
Hypertufa pots were developed specifically for alpine plants but they make excellent containers for annuals as well.
Made from cement (and other ingredients), the finished product is naturally porous (allowing some slow drainage) and lends itself to all sorts of artistic ideas.
To get started, create hypertufa pots using molds. These can be cardboard boxes, large plastic bowls, or smaller items like ice-cream or milk cartons.
I have listed a whole bunch of ideas for hypertufa molds here.
One excellent feature is, while the hypertufa mixture is curing (setting up or drying), there’s a window of opportunity where you can adjust the shape of the planter and create any additional drainage holes needed.
Be sure to get a copy of the free tip sheet if you would like to save this information for later.
Related: 16 Creative Succulent Garden ideas
- What is Hypertufa?
- Hypertufa Recipe
- Frequently-Asked Questions
What is Hypertufa?
The word originates from hyper + tufa and describes a homemade tufa substitute.
Tufa is porous limestone formed from calcium carbonate. Years ago it was a popular material for making garden troughs and containers but is not practical for DIY gardeners.
The term hypertufa was coined when gardeners started making their own tufa substitute in the 1930s.
This helps understand the key components:
- Cement is the main ingredient in both concrete and hypertufa pots.
Cement is made of various calcined (heated) mixtures of clay and limestone.
- Portland cement is the most common type of cement used in concrete, mortar, stucco, and grout.
- Concrete is a stone-like material made by mixing cement and various aggregates (sand, pebbles, gravel, shells, slate, or shale) with water and allowing the mixture to harden.
- Hypertufa is made by combining various aggregates (sphagnum moss, sand, perlite, vermiculite) with Portland cement.
Planters made from hypertufa have a rough and rustic appearance. Concrete pots are smoother with a more uniform appearance.
In other words, you can make both concrete and hypertufa with cement as the main ingredient.
Can I use Quikrete for hypertufa planters?
No, do not use any fast-setting or instant concrete products. These already contain aggregates like sand and gravel and will not set and cure properly if more are added.
Use pure Portland cement and follow the recipe below.
What are the ingredients in hypertufa?
This is a basic recipe for making hypertufa pots, planters, and stepping stones.
- 1-part Portland Cement
- 1-part Sand or Perlite or Vermiculite (or a combination)
- 1-part Peat moss (see note) or Coconut coir (chopped up)
To measure your ingredients, use some sort of large jug or bucket and use equal parts of each. The water is added gradually, with lots of stirring until the desired consistency is reached. I have listed tutorials below with more instruction.
Can I make hypertufa without peat moss?
You can substitute with coconut coir but the end result will not be exactly the same. Peat moss in hypertufa is faster to disintegrate. Coir appears ‘hairy’ and is much slower to decompose.
Peat (sphagnum peat moss) has been widely used in potting mixes for years. Harvesting peat requires the destruction of irreplaceable carbon-sequestering ecosystems (bogs). Coconut coir is often suggested but it too has limitations with its carbon footprint. Hence, the quest for a sustainable alternative continues.
Supplies & Materials
What do I need to make hypertufa planters?
This is a messy, outdoor project. I strongly suggest gathering enough supplies (containers for molds) so that you can use up everything in one afternoon.
For most people this is probably a good one-time project and you don’t really want half a bag of cement hanging around your storage room for years to come.
- Portland cement . Do not use Quikrete or other products that already contain aggregates.
- Peat moss is the traditional material. Substitute coir (the outer husk of coconut) if you can’t find a sustainable option.
- Sand, Perlite, and/or Vermiculite
- Dust mask.- do not inhale the dust when mixing cement
- Heavy-duty rubber gloves (cement is corrosive — do not touch!).
- Stir sticks (old pieces of pipe).
- Cooking spray (to lubricate containers).
- Large garbage bags or sheets of plastic (to wrap planters while curing).
- Wheelbarrow or large tub for mixing (something you don’t mind getting messy).
- Water bucket (and access to water).
- Small shovel or strong trowel.
- Work clothes & shoes you can mess up / work apron.
How long does it take to make hypertufa?
Techniques and recipes vary quite a bit (depending on the desired look of the pots) but, overall, here’s what to expect. Most of the time is waiting time.
- Day 1
You will spend an afternoon creating your pots (mixing the hypertufa and shaping it into molds). Next there is a waiting period to allow the hypertufa to partially cure.
- Day 2 or 3 (depending on the instructions)
A day or two later, the pots are removed from the molds and you have the opportunity to make some adjustments or ‘texturize’ (rough up or smoothen surfaces) and add drainage holes.
- Day 14
Pots should be quite firm by now and ready for daily hosing with water or vinegar rinses to reduce the alkalinity of the cement.
- Day 21
By this time the pots should be complete cured (hardened). If you love the old-growth look, you can add a moss milkshake (moss plus yogurt or buttermilk blended together) to the exterior for a weathered look.
How strong is hypertufa? How long does it last?
- If you mix your ingredients properly, once hypertufa has dried and cured, it will last indefinitely.
- If you dropped a hypertufa pot from ten feet up onto a hard surface, it could break into large chunks, depending on the composition of the materials.
- Cement and concrete are porous and are not recommended for holding water. There are skim coat products available for lining pots like this to make them watertight.
- You also do not want a hypertufa pot to fill with water and freeze because that could crack it open.
- Placing your pots on small supports (bricks, stones) off the ground can also help prevent water build up.
Where can I get hypertufa molds?
Part of the art of hypertufa is finding unique items to use as molds. I have seen latex molds for sale that could be used for smaller creations. It is much more affordable to repurpose supplies found at thrift shops and yard sales.
The easiest molds are plastic, strong enough to support the weight of the hypertufa, and shaped with the top lip wider than the base for easy release when the project is done. You can also use wood or woven baskets. Adding texture to the appearance is a whole other realm to explore as you get comfortable with it.
Always choose items that you won’t mind having to break open or destroy. Sometimes the project will release from the mold, other times the mold has to be broken or burned to set it free.
If you opt to use two containers to form a mold—an outer and inner container—be sure your inner container is small enough to allow at least a 2-inches gap for the hypertufa itself.
Also, don’t go so big with your project that you can’t physically lift it.
The mold may consist of a few things:
- Outer container for main shape and external texture.
- Smaller Inner container (optional) to form inside shape. You can also use plastic film / cling wrap to line the inside instead of a inner container and shape it manually.
- Plastic film / cling wrap or other non-stick agent like cooking spray, vegetable oil, or grease, lining container to enable cured hypertufa to release from mold.
- Pedestal foot form (optional) for more ornate creations.
Choose anything with the top wider than the base and avoid 90-degree sides that make it impossible for the project to slide out.
- Plastic bowls, buckets, planters, hanging baskets, window boxes, ice cream tubs, recycling bin, food storage containers, camping coolers, dish pans.
- Wood salad bowl, boxes, dresser drawers. Or build your own shape from scrap lumber.
- Wicker or Woven baskets.
Some projects use glass lamp covers (where you smash the glass when done). Personally, I’m always hesitant to create more garbage waste like this.
Metal is generally not recommended because, if the cured hypertufa will not release, it can be nearly impossible to remove the metal.
The easiest option is to use the ground as mold: dig a hole in the soil in the desired shape, line it with a large piece of plastic film, and pour your hypertufa in place. Just be sure you can lift it out when done.
DIY Projects with Hypertufa
Written Tutorials with Images
Kim has dedicated her entire website, The Hypertufa Gardener, to all things hypertufa.
Stephanie of Garden Therapy has two tutorials for both concrete and hypertufa planters.
Susan of Learning and Yearning has step-by-step instructions for a giant leaf hypertufa birdbath.
This video is a bit older (older video quality) but has a good walk through of the process.
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This video shows how this garden art snail was created using a homemade wire form and hypertufa.
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Hypertufa Mix for Planters
- Stir sticks (old pipe or thick wood)
- Cooking Spray
- Plastic Sheets or garbage bags
- Work clothes / craft apron / old shoes
- Wood molds or plastic pots for shaping hypertufa
Supplies & Materials
- 1 part Portland cement Do NOT use Quickcrete or any fast setting mix
- 1 part Peat Moss or Coconut Coir chopped
- 1 part Sand or Perlite or Vermiculite any combination
- These instructions are general. Use a specific tutorial for the type of planter you want to make.
- Decide what you want to make an get appropriate molds or containers for shaping hypertufa.
- Set up work area. This is messy. Wear old clothes, protect all surfaces with plastic sheeting.
- In wheelbarrow or large bucket, thoroughly combine equal parts Portland cement, peat moss or coconut coir, and sand (or perlite or vermiculite).
- Gradually add water, mixing constantly, until completely combined and consistency of fudge.
- Add hypertufa mixture to molds and allow to cure for 1-2 days per tutorial you are following.
- Day 2 or 3: Remove from molds and add drainage holes and adjust surface as desired.
- Allow to cure for two weeks.
- Day 14: Rinse with vinegar to reduce alkalinity of cement.
- Day 21: Ready to use.


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Opposing him will be Anthony Albanese, the member for Grayndler who assumed the leadership of the Labor Party after their loss in the 2019 election.
2021 was a shocker for the Coalition as they careened from one disaster, barely stopping for air before crashing into the next. Morrison’s handling of multiple scandals involving women, the vaccine rollout and a spectacular budget deficit may all come back to bite him when Australia goes to the polls.
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