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Born in Kathmandu as a Newar, I clearly have no idea just why it took me 28 years to witness my first Indra Jatra. It was only after seeing my first (last year), I realized how much value our traditions had and how foolish I had been all these years.
Indra Jatra (Kumari Jatra) is one of the greatest festivals celebrated in Kathmandu Valley. The festival is marked to thank Indra (God of rain) for the wonderful showers during the monsoon. It is also marked as the end of one glorious monsoon season.
The main attraction of the festival is the procession of chariots and masked dancers representing deities and demons. Yanyā Punhi (Indra Jatra) is a holiday related to Hindu god, king of heaven, Indra. The festival begins with the carnival-like erection of Yosin, a ceremonial pole, accompanied by the rare display of the deity Aakash Bhairab, represented by a massive mask spouting beer and liquor. Households throughout Kathmandu display images and sculptures of Indra and Bhairab only at this time of year. Finally, the Kumari (Living Goddess), or virgin goddess, leaves the seclusion of her temple in a palanquin and leads a procession through the streets of Kathmandu to thank Indra, the rain god.
It is said that Indra’s mother needed Parijat, a type of flower, for some religious ritual so Indra disguised as a human being came to the earth to fetch them. But, he was recognized when he was to steal the flowers so the people caught him and tied him with ropes the statue of which is still worshipped in Maru Tole in Kathmandu. This image is also put on display with others in different parts of the city during Indra Jatra festival.
Indra Jatra is a very interesting festival because for the whole week people enjoy various traditional dances and witness the chariot of Goddess Kumari, Lord Ganesh, and Lord Bhairav, being pulled through the older parts of the Kathmandu city. A day has been added to the original seven days of celebration and on that day known as Nanicha yaa the chariots are pulled through Naradevi, Nhyokha, Ason, Indrachowk and Hanuman Dhoka. This extra day of chariot pulling was introduced by King Jaya Prakash Malla in 1765 B.S.
It is also the day in which King Prithvi Narayan Shah dramatically captured Kathmandu, from the Malla Dynasty, when the people of Kathmandu were merry in their celebrations. The end of the Indra Jatra festival heralds the beginning of Dashain and Tihar celebrated with great enthusiasm not only in the Kathmandu Valley but throughout the country.
Forget the times you got unwillingly soaked in the rain. And remember, Momos taste amazing during the monsoons. This year, Sunday, 11th September, get yourself and a camera at Basantapur Darbar Square if you want to be a spectator to this enchanting festival.
(Thank you wikipedia.com)


Preston vs Manchester United Team News
Manchester United face a tough Monday night match against Preston North End in the FA Cup at the Deepdale Stadium, just a 45-minute drive away from Manchester. Louis van Gaal will be looking to get his team through to the next round, as this could be Manchester United’s biggest chance to win the competition since they did so back in 2004. Preston vs Manchester United streaming links if you’re interested in watching the match live online.
The Manchester United team news for the game against Preston North End at the Deepdale Stadium in the FA Cup have just been released:
De Gea, Valencia, Smalling, Rojo, Shaw, Blind, Herrera, Rooney, Fellaini, Di Maria, Falcao.
Subs: Valdes, Evans, McNair, Januzaj, Mata, Young, Wilson


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This website contains Classics Calendar: Ultimate Automobiles and about six thousand ebooks from numerous authors. The collection of such publications are in the subsequent categories: fictions/novels, short experiences, poems, essays, plays, nonfictions. Several of these books are classic operates of American Literature, The english language Literature, and Irish Literature from well-known authors for example William Shakespeare, Mark Twain, Charles Dickens, Oscar Wilde, Robert Ice, Edgar Allan Poe, Alexander Pope, Arthur Conan Doyle, Anne Austen. and more authors’ works will be added to the online collection. Throughout these special pages, you will discover many award winning publications readily available for your online reading Classics Calendar: Ultimate Automobiles. Enjoy and please tell someone, thanks.
Description : This calendar is a superb collection of classic cars that have been photographed from several angles emphasizing their design details. A brief history of each car is included with engine and performance information and notes on design highlights, making this a comprehensive guide that any classic car lover will appreciate.

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Video: I have keys from the other portal, all resonators installed, no crosslinks and even when i restart the game it still says that there is no portal key....
Pic: As you can see, the link does not appear in the scanner, but yes in the intel.
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TOP5 Best Accessible Hotels and Ryokans in Hakone
If you are traveling to Hakone with a person in a wheelchair, we would recommend the following accommodations. Hakone Kowakien Tenyu has 2 accessible rooms with twin beds.
Hakone Hisui Hotel features a spacious accessible room. Also, although the room does not have a private hot spring, the spacious bathroom has a view of the garden.
Hakone Gora Byakudan has a suite called “JIN” which is an accessible room. This is the perfect place for those who want to stay in a luxury onsen ryokan, as it has a nice view and is luxuriously furnished.
Hakone Ashinoko Hanaori has some accessible rooms and the rooms are closest to the reception desk. In addition, two private family hot spring baths, which are available for a fee, is wheelchair accessible.
Hotel Indigo Hakone Gora, an IHG Hotel also has one accessible room.
Then, when making a booking, please be sure to add in a comment box that you would like an accessible room. The number of accessible rooms is very limited. We would recommend that you make your booking as soon as possible.
Hakone Kowakien Tenyu
A large onsen ryokan with a communal outdoor bath with a wonderful view. The bar on 1F is cozy at night and great for workation during the day. All rooms have private hot spring baths.
Hakone Hisui Hotel
A modern hot spring resort with a large garden. Some rooms have private hot spring baths. Read more
Hakone Gora Byakudan
A luxury gourmet ryokan with a spectacular view. All rooms have private hot springs. Read more
Hakone Ashinoko Hanaori
A large modern onsen resort hotel located near Lake Ashi. Popular with families. The hotel shuttle service is convenient from Odawara Station. Read more
Hotel Indigo Hakone Gora, an IHG Hotel
A luxury onsen resort located near Gora Station. All rooms have private outdoor hot spring baths.

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“Strut Your Stuff For Cancer” at the Falls
The Falls is honored to host its first annual “Strut Your Stuff For Cancer” fundraising event on Thursday, October 6th from 6 – 9 p.m. to benefit Cancer Support Community Greater Miami, Sandy B. Muller Breast Cancer Foundation and La Liga Contra El Cancer. The event, presented by Baptist Health Breast Center and Williamson Cadillac, will shed light on these local organizations that help patients and families overcome challenges during the treatment and recovery process.
The Falls’ “Strut Your Stuff For Cancer” will recognize National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Aside from non-melanoma skin cancer, breast cancer is the most common cancer among women in the United States.
“The Falls is proud to join forces with these local organizations and celebrate all they do to support patients and families throughout their breast cancer journey,” said Dailen Rodriguez, director of mall marketing and business development. “We invite everyone to strap on their heels and walk for a great cause.”
Tamara G., co-host of the COAST 97.3 FM morning show, will emcee the celebration of hope on the runway featuring “well-heeled” cancer survivors and those angels who have helped them recover. Local celebrities will also be ready to strike a pose on the runway at The Falls including Roxanne Vargas, Nathalie Pozo and Amara Sohn of NBC6, Sasha Andrade and Johanna Gomez of WPLG Local 10, Lisett Mari and Leticia Hernandez of Telemundo and Sonia Parissos of Univision.
There is a $25 Strut Your Stuff registration fee, which includes an event gift bag and a VIP entrance with 100% of the registration fee benefitting the guest’s chosen charity. The event will feature wellness presentations, live entertainment and a chic cocktail hour sponsored by Brugal Rum, Blue Martini Kendall and Rex Goliath Wines.

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Corn (Zea) is cultivated around the world and is not only an important food crop, but also a valuable fodder plant material. Health benefits and harms of corn are known to almost all gardeners and consumers of vegetable products. In addition, the useful technological properties of corn are well known, which makes it rational to cultivate it on an industrial scale.
The benefits and healing qualities of corn are obvious. This vegetable crop deservedly belongs to the category of dietary, low-calorie cereal plants, which contain a huge amount of vitamins useful for health and the human body, as well as the main mineral substances.
The high content of polyunsaturated acids allows the use of corn as a very effective prophylactic in the fight against cancer, as well as high cholesterol. The positive effect of this popular vegetable culture on the functioning of the digestive system is noted.
Fresh and young corn is very healthy:
Corn normalizes blood composition and improves metabolic processes. However, for all its benefits, some contraindications and restrictions on the use of corn in food should be remembered:
Thus, the beneficial properties of corn are almost unlimited, and the disadvantages are not pronounced, which allows the use of vegetable culture even for feeding children.
In the absence of contraindications for use, this vegetable crop can be used both boiled, and as part of baked or fried dishes. Corn is a popular ingredient in salads, soups, casseroles and vegetable stews. To correctly calculate the calorie content of a prepared dish, the nutritional value of corn should be evaluated, which is especially important for people who eat in accordance with diets:
The corn also contains iron, zinc, iodine, copper, manganese, selenium, chromium, fluorine, molybdenum, boron, vanadium, silicon, cobalt, aluminum, nickel, tin and titanium.
The content of the following vitamins is noted in the pulp of corn grains:
The total calorie content of raw corn is 325 kcal per 100 g.
A drug like corn stigmas is known to many. Their use is justified when:
Vitamins, minerals, acids and essential oils contained in the stigmas of corn determine the diuretic, choleretic, antispasmodic and hemostatic effect of the preparations using this raw material. The presence of selenium has a beneficial effect on immunity. The stigma decoction is widely used in the treatment of overweight, helping to reduce appetite, remove excess fluid from the body and improve metabolic processes.
A contraindication to use is the presence in the history of diseases such as cholelithiasis and kidney stones, decreased appetite and weight loss, as well as thrombophlebitis. It is recommended to refuse to take drugs based on such plant materials with pronounced individual intolerance to the components.
Almost everyone can eat corn on the cob. TOit is customary to cook corn ears in our country, but you can get the most benefit by steaming this vegetable crop. It is in this case that the taste and all useful substances, including vitamins, micro and macro elements, are retained as much as possible. Cooked corn contains about 4.1 g of protein, 2.3 g of fat, 22.5 g of carbohydrates. The total calorie content of the dish is only 123 kcal. To provide the body with a daily norm of vitamin B1, it is enough to eat only 150-170 g of boiled corn.
For therapeutic and preventive purposes, sprouts of corn, as well as other crops, have been used in our country relatively recently. Corn sprouts can be eaten raw or after treatment with boiling water.
It is advisable to add lemon juice or flower honey to ready-made dishes based on germinated corn grains to better preserve all the nutritional and healing properties of the product. It is recommended to purchase corn seeds for germination in pharmacies or in special stores of healthy nutrition and a raw food diet.
For the preparation of flavored corn oil, corn kernels are used. The product is obtained by pressing the seed germ using the method of pressing or extraction and contains vitamins PP, B1, A, F, E and many trace elements.
Regular consumption of corn oil in food can inhibit the development of cardiovascular diseases, positively affects mood, protects the human body from adverse external influences and improves the condition of the gastrointestinal tract. Oil is recommended to be included in the diet for pregnant and breast-feeding women.
It should be remembered that the most healing oil is obtained by the method of single cold pressing of corn germ. It has a completely natural composition and should not contain preservatives, dyes or flavors. In this case, the product will really benefit.

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What is a museum in the 21st century?
Geraldine Kendall Adams, 18.09.2019
Join us to debate the most controversial question the year at the MA Conference
What is a museum? Should the definition be a matter-of-fact statement or an aspirational vision? And what the hell does polyphonic mean anyway?
The International Council of Museums (Icom) sparked a heated global debate on what museums should be in the 21st century when it released its proposed new definition over the summer.
The new wording defines museums as “democratising, inclusive and polyphonic spaces for critical dialogue” and acknowledges their aim to “contribute to human dignity and social justice, global equality and planetary wellbeing”.
Seventy per cent of Icom’s members voted to postpone a decision to adopt the controversial definition after what the council described as a “profound and healthy debate” at its triennial conference in Kyoto earlier this month.
The negative reaction prompted by the new definition has exposed ideological faultlines in the museum community worldwide. Some have slammed it as an “ideological” manifesto and a statement of “fashionable values” – others say the backlash against it comes from traditionalists who are alarmed by “new thinking”.
According to insiders, Icom has put things on hold for now and any change to the current definition is unlikely to happen swiftly - a new working group has been set up to take another look at the definition, although it is not clear whether the group will be tweaking the current proposal or starting from scratch.
Amid all of this debate, the Museums Association (MA) is dedicating a keynote session at its annual conference in Brighton next month to the question: “What is a museum?”
The MA’s director Sharon Heal will chair the discussion, joined by a panel of experts, including Jette Sandahl, the museum consultant who chairs Icom’s museum definition committee, Errol Francis, the artistic director and CEO of Culture&, an education charity that promotes diversity in arts and heritage, and Richard Sandell, the professor of museum studies at the University of Leicester.
Sandell said: “We shouldn’t be surprised by the controversy surrounding the new definition of a museum. Although there is growing support for the idea of the museum as socially purposeful and shaped by progressive values, recent debates have revealed the deeply held support that still exists for a more conservative vision.”
Francis said: “I have followed with interest the debate about the definition of a museum. I think it’s interesting to note the countries that led objections to the new definition – France, Italy, Spain, Germany, Canada and Russia – and those who did not – UK, USA and Netherlands. I wonder if this reflects the extent to which diversity has positively impacted on cultural policy and practice in those countries.
“I hope, following the delay of the vote to adopt the new definition in Kyoto, Icom does not water down the new definition because the old one definitely needs updating in the light of contemporary cultural conditions.”
Join us for an unmissable debate on Friday 4 October to explore the purpose and definition of a museum in the 21st century.
The MA’s Annual Conference & Exhibition runs 3-5 October at the Brighton Centre. This year’s theme is Sustainable and Ethical Museums in a Globalised World. Book your ticket here

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Organisers of a Conference in Bodmin are claiming that there are a lack of community projects in Cornwall, which are addressing the environmental challenge of Climate Change.
Community organisation Cornwall Waste Action is co-ordinating the Sustainable Action in your Community conference in partnership with Rezolve Kernow, which is being held at the Shire House in Bodmin on April 10th.
Research by Cornwall Waste Action, has discovered that Cornwall has the least amount of Community waste sector projects, when compared to most other counties In England.
A comparison of activity between Cornwall and Devon on community composting activity reveals there are over 25 community composting projects in Devon, ranging from small groups working on allotment sites or promoting home composting, to social enterprises with Local Authority contracts providing kerbside collection services, whilst in Cornwall there are only three active composting projects.
There are a wider range of community based projects, that the conference organisers would like to see developed in Cornwall, to promote sustainability, these include furniture and timber re-use projects to the creation of community gardens and plastic bag free town initiatives.
Cornwall Waste Action Co-ordinator Guy Doncaster says,
“This event is not about discussing the environmental challenges of the future and complaining, we want people to take action in their own communities and do something that can collectively make a difference, through lifestyle change or sustainable community based initiatives”.
Mr Doncaster added
“Throughout the UK, local people are establishing projects that help address the problems associated with climate change. In Cornwall there is interest in such activities, but we now need to engage the involvement of everyone in the community, to enable a sustainable future both locally and globally.”
The Sustainable Action in your Community conference will provide practical advice on how to start up, promote and run community based sustainability projects. The event will be opened by Dan Rogerson, the MP for Bodmin and co-chair of the Parliamentary Sustainable Waste Group and will feature a keynote speech from David Meneer, Chief Executive of Fifteen Cornwall and former Eden Project Marketing Director.
The event is aimed at delegates from existing community organisations as well as interested individuals who want to be part of the movement for a sustainable change in Cornwall. Organisers are keen to have a diverse range of delegates attend, to enable the conference to have a greater impact.
All delegates will be encouraged to take away practical actions for use in their own communities. Whilst expert speakers will give presentations and run workshops on subjects ranging from social enterprises and furniture reuse to buy-local schemes and community
For more information and to book a delegate space contact Cornwall Waste Action: – email@example.com or 01736 334684


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Hello, all. This thread is meant as a follow-up companion piece to my previous thread listing royalty-free music by Kevin MacLeod that could be usable for new missions for The Dark Mod. In this thread, I take a slightly different approach. Instead of focusing on one author and his royalty-free music, I'll be writing an ever-expanding list of songs, compositions tracks and ambients by various musical artists that could come in useful for mission makers working on FMs for TDM. Aside from ambient music for background atmosphere, I'll also be listing some historical music and compos


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ERP competence-building mechanisms: An exploratory investigation of configurations of ERP adopters in the European and US manufacturing sectors
Manufacturing & Service Operations Management
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This paper contributes to the literature on enterprise resource planning (ERP) by pursuing two objectives. First, it identifies configurations of ERP adopters that have similar needs and develop similar competencies. Second, it tests the hypothesis that, to maximize benefits from their ERP projects, organizations should align their ERP competence-building mechanisms with the ERP needs that arise from their operational environment. The analysis of a sample of manufacturing companies that implemented ERP between 1995 and 2001 uncovers four distinct configurations representing different degrees of fit between needs and competence-building mechanisms: the frugal ERP, the extensive business process reengineering (BPR), the adaptive ERP, and the straitjacket. The results support our hypothesis and suggest that the consequences of a misfit between needs and competence-building mechanisms are more severe for companies that operate in complex and dynamic environments and have informal organizational structures than for firms with rigid structures that operate in simple and stable environments.
Enterprise resource planning (ERP); Operations strategy; Information and communication technology; Empirical research; Cluster analysis
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KILLEEN, Texas (Feb. 21, 2023) – The City of Killeen’s second annual Motown in Downtown will be held Saturday, Feb. 25, from 4p.m. to 8p.m. on East Avenue D at the Santa Fe Plaza.
It will be a funk-filled celebration of great soul music, showcasing some of Central Texas’ finest entertainers. It will also feature a car show, a best dressed competition, food truck, craft vendors, live entertainment and more. It will be an opportunity for family fun and supporting local downtown businesses.
This year the event feature seven acts, who will begin taking the stage at 4:15p.m.:
Groove Knight is considered one of the best classic Motown groups in Texas, boasting a fabulous funky horn section. Collectively, the musicians in Groove Knight have been entertaining audiences for more than two decades, performing for countless events from major cruise lines, festivals, live radio and TV.
Royce Montgomery has spent years entertaining professionally including a lengthy stint at various theatres in Branson, Mo. He was a regular cast member at the Ozark Jubilee Theatre, he's made guest appearances at The Bob Nichols Theater and The Charlie Pride Theater.
Neidra Lemon is considered a local trailblazer in the Hip Hop dance community and is the owner of Freestyle Dance Studio located in Killeen. She is a professional dancer and choreographer who’s had the opportunity to dance and work with various celebrity music artist such as Keke Palmer, Wale, Kamayiah and many more.
Sandra Hawkins aka “Black Diamond” is an internationally acclaimed, award winning Gospel recording artist and celebrity impersonator who is soon to perform and receive the 2023 “Gospel Trailblazer Award” from the world-renowned Gospel artist , Shirley Caesar & Dorothy Norwood in Dallas in June.
Lady SongBird Jinda is an international vocalist, songwriter in R&B, Jazz, Soul and Funk. She has as worked with the late Ollie Woodson of The Temptations and participated in a huge production called Motown Review in Houston.
Richard Hegens Jr. is a professional jazz, gospel, and old school, flautist. His style of flute playing has been influenced by the late Anthony Thompson, Hubert Laws, Herbie Mann, and the first African American female flautist, Bobbi Humphrey. Richard has played with various well-known artists like Kyle Turner, Michael Ward, Vanessa Bell-Armstrong, and Pastor Wess Morgan
Stretch Musik Band is one of the region’s top party style bands that feature cover music from the classics, Top 40 hits and more.
Attendees are encouraged to bring their own lawn chairs.
For more information on Motown in Downtown or other upcoming Downtown Events, visit www.killeentexas.gov/DowntownEvents or contact Levallois Hamilton, Community Engagement Coordinator, at (254) 501-7758.

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UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. - Ohio Football opened its 2012 season at Penn State on Saturday afternoon in front of a national television audience, defeating the Nittany Lions by a final score of 24-14. The Bobcats trailed 14-3 at the half but scored the final 21 points of the game to earn the victory.
Tyler Tettleton led the way for the Green and White through the air, completing 31 of 41 pass attempts for 324 yards and two touchdowns. The junior quarterback also gained 48 yards on the ground from nine rushing attempts. Beau Blankenship (Norman, Okla.) was a driving force in the win, rushing 31 times for 111 yards. The junior running back also caught seven passes, gaining 72 yards.
Tettleton completed at least one pass to ten different receivers in the game. Blankenship's marks were the highest on the team while Donte Foster (5 catches, 32 yards) and Ryan Clark (4 catches, 54 yards) were not far behind.
Penn State drove down the field well in its first possession of the game, running 11 plays and gaining 67 yards. This drive came to a grinding halt when Gerald Moore (Mitchellville, Md.) delivered a crunching tackle on ballcarrier Bill Belton, forcing him to fumble. Ohio linebacker Keith Moore (Grove City, Ohio) was on the ball immediately, recovering it at the Ohio 21-yard line.
Beau Blankenship earned Ohio's first first down of the day, scrambling ten yards up the middle of the field right around the six-minute mark of the first quarter. This was the first play of a solid seven-play, 38-yard drive which stalled just outside of field goal range for the Bobcats.
The Nittany Lions took a 7-0 lead with three seconds left in the first quarter, scoring when quarterback Matt McGloin passed to Bill Belton for a six-yard score. Penn State's first scoring drive of the afternoon spanned ten plays, 80 yards and 3:17.
Ohio collected a muffed fair catch to begin a drive in Nittany Lion territory 3:17 into the second quarter. The Bobcats ran three plays, and though kept out of the end zone, were able to put three points on the board when Matt Weller nailed a 22-yard field goal to make it 7-3. Near the end of the first half, Ohio put together a strong 10-play, 59-yard drive to get within scoring range. On the drive, Tettleton (Norman, Okla.) looked sharp, completing 3-of-4 passes for 40 yards through the air. Matt Weller (Twinsburg, Ohio) lined up a 44-yard field goal to try and put the `Cats within one point but his attempt sailed wide left.
Penn State took advantage of a big special-teams play near the end of the first half, as Grant Venham (Belpre, Ohio) had his punt blocked and recovered at Ohio's 18. The Nittany Lions made short work of this drive, finding the end zone in three plays when McGloin connected with Matt Lehman for a 14-yard touchdown strike. The ensuing PAT made the score 14-3 in favor of Penn State.
Ohio scored its first touchdown of the season at the 10:40 mark of the third quarter, scoring when Landon Smith (Girard, Ohio) caught a deflected pass from Tettleton in the middle of the field. The wideout effectively used his downfield blockers the rest of the way, scampering across the goal line to shrink Ohio's deficit from 14-3 to 14-10 following the successful PAT.
The Bobcats then took their first lead of the season with 3:49 to play in the third quarter, capping an eight-play 70-yard drive with a one-yard QB `keeper by Tettleton to cross the goal line.
Tettleton and his offense engineered one of the best drives in program history in the fourth quarter, getting possession of the ball at their own seven-yard line with 9:37 to play in the game. The Green and White marched down the field, gaining 88 yards on 13 plays before Tettleton found wide receiver Donte Foster (Guthrie, Okla.) in the back corner of the end zone for a five-yard touchdown strike. This gave the `Cats a 24-14 lead with 2:55 to play in the contest.
The Bobcats will next be in action on Saturday, Sept. 8 against New Mexico State. The game will serve as Ohio Football's 2012 home opener and will begin from Peden Stadium at 7 p.m.


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We decided to begin our hike through Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore on the North Country Trail, by starting on the eastern end of the park and hiking west for 12 miles, from Sable Falls to the Hurricane River, passing near Grand Sable Lake, the Grand Sable Sand Dunes, the Log Slide, and the lighthouse on Au Sable Point, with last part of the hike situated directly along the shore of Lake Superior.
After hearing about the North Country Trail (NCT) running from one end of the park to the other, we decided then and there to hike the whole stretch, about 42 miles. This was only one percent of the 4500 mile trail, but that would be a start! We laughed. It turned out that it may well be the most popular one percent of the entire trail! Then we started researching how to do it. There are many backcountry campsites within the park set aside for backpackers, but the sites had to be reserved online beforehand, and you also needed an overnight permit. This is normal in many national parks. Too bad we were so late in reserving ours. We eventually came up with a plan to backpack for three days (two nights) on the middle sixteen miles, and dayhike the other sections. Luckily for us, our friend was giving us a place to stay, and we could get car shuttles, too. We were really excited.
We decided to tackle the trail from east to west, and the first dayhike was going to be quite long. So we got on the road before dawn, for the hour-long drive to the east end of the park, not far from the town of Grand Marais. There was an official visitor center there where we could park.
We began at the Sable Falls visitor parking area, and headed down to see the waterfall. There were lots of wooden steps on the way. This was a very popular spot, so a simple dirt/rock trail wouldn’t suffice. But at this early hour, we were the only ones there, and had the place to ourselves. It was very nice. We love waterfalls.
After climbing back up the steps, Vicki headed to the car while I continued west on the North Country Trail. I hiked the extra mile to the official Visitor Center and met Vicki there. This saved her sore foot (she recently developed plantar fasciitis) from some extra hiking, and made sure that she’d make it to Hurricane River, our eventual destination.
We left the car and started hiking. Eleven more miles to go! I was carrying our big daypack which had supplies for both of us, to take the load off of Vicki’s poor foot. I’ve been told that I’m merely Vicki’s Pack Mule, but I’m too stubborn to truly believe it.
After hiking through some pleasant Maple-Beech forest, the NCT arrived back at Highway H-58, not far from Grand Sable Lake. We took a side trail to the north and climbed up a big sand dune. It was quite a slog, through deep sand, but we were glad we did! We got a great view out over the Grand Sable Dunes, and saw mighty Lake Superior in the distance. Plus a great view of the lake down below. Nice.
After that, we continued on the main trail, which followed the highway initially, then curved around along the lake’s shore and then into the forest. That was one seriously large lake! Very impressive.
The trail continued onward into the forest. We were really enjoying the tall green trees. It was like a cathedral in there. After hiking through oaks and pines in the arid California mountains, this was an extraordinary treat for us. For, after all, the two of us had grown up on the east coast, and it brought back fond memories. We really enjoyed the peacefulness of the maples.
The trail gradually made its way west, along the forested edge of the Grand Sable Dunes. We stopped for a lunch break at the Masse Homestead campsite, and climbed up onto the dunes to eat. Once again, we had a fine view north over the vast sand dunes that line the shore of Lake Superior on the east end of the park. It was a warm day, and it was nice to feel a breeze up there. After eating, we continued hiking within the forest.
Eventually, the trail reached the western end of the sand dunes, and approached the shore of Lake Superior. This was where we encountered the famous Log Slide. There were several interpretive displays, plus some warnings about walking down the sandy slide (reminding folks that they would have to climb back up), and also a shed with one of the original log carrying “wagons” complete with gigantic wheels. Very cool. Vicki and I already had enough mileage to hike that day, so we didn’t bother going down the dune to the lake. But I would have, otherwise. It looked like fun. Going down, at any rate…
We headed north on the trail, high above Lake Superior. There were several great view spots along the way. Then the trail descended to lake-level, and we stopped for a break on the lake. It was a hot day, and our feet were quite toasty and sweaty. So we took off our boots and walked into the chilly lake water. It was pretty darned cold, and I was no longer surprised that people died of hypothermia after falling in this lake, even during the Summer months. But I have to admit that our feet felt much better afterward!
We continued hiking along the coast. Easy walking on a smooth trail. Soon we came to Au Sable Point and its lighthouse. This light it is still used for navigation, but not using the old lens system. It has a modern, automated, 12 inch LED light that is mounted on the outside walkway. Now the site is being preserved by the Park Service. Unfortunately, due to Covid-19, the lighthouse wasn’t open to visitors. It would have been cool to go up there and check out the view. While we were there, a moist cloud came through, and it rained a bit on us. Just a sprinkle, but we still ran to the porch of the lighthouse and watched the big drops come down. It was a warm day, so we weren’t too worried about getting wet.
There was a sign directing us to the beach if we wanted to see the remains of some shipwrecks. So of course we went that way. Much better than hiking on a boring dirt road. The weather was calm and there weren’t any waves. Perfect beach-walking conditions. And we got to check out some of the wooden beams from the old cargo ships. Lake Superior is huge, and ocean-sized boats ply its waters. And it’s also known for major storms and huge waves, nearly thirty feet in height! I didn’t want to be too close when it was angry.
The final mile of the day’s hike was on the lighthouse road, which was closed to traffic, so it was an easy walk. Along the way I texted our friend using my Garmin InReach as there wasn’t much cell service in this section of the park. When we arrived at the Hurricane River parking lot, we only had a short wait for our friend to come and pick us up. We checked out the bridge over the river and watched the water flowing down into Lake Superior. Very mellow.
We were really grateful for the ride, as it was a long way to drive, to get both there and to the east end of the park where we left our car. It sure was nice to know someone who lives in the neighborhood!
On the drive back to our friend’s house, we talked about the day, and how it had been a lot of fun. Vicki’s foot didn’t do all that well, and she was limping a bit. I promised her that tomorrow’s hike would be shorter, and then we began planning what to bring in our big backpacks. I was excited to have a chance to camp along the trail, and to check out more of this beautiful park.
For a topographic map of the hike see my CalTopo Page
For LOTS more photos of the trek see my Flickr Page
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Paleo Cake Pops
Paleo Cake pop that is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.
- 4 eggs
- 1/2 cup coconut milk
- 1/4 cup coconut oil
- 1 tablespoon Vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 cup coconut sugar
- 2 cups almond flour
- 1/3 cup tapioca flour
For the chocolate sauce:
- 2 cups Chocolate Chips I use Enjoy Life Dairy Free Chocolate Chips
- 1 cup almond milk
- Sprinkles optional
Place the milk and chocolate on medium-low on the stove and continuously stir until evenly mixed throughout. One it melts keep the chocolate on low.
Mix the batter with a hand mixer. Once the batter is mixed throughout , fill each cake hole in the cake pop machine with batter. I like to fill it to the top of the half hole.
Set a timer for 3 minutes; after 3 minutes do the "clean fork trick" to be sure the cake pops are cooked throughout. If they pass the test, then remove the cake pops.
Dip the top of the cake pop stick (1/2 inch) in chocolate sauce. This will help the cake pop stick to the stick. Insert the cake pop sticks into the cake pop.
Stand the cake pops upright using either the cake pop stand or a cup and place in the freezer for 5-10 minutes. Once the cake pops are chilled, dip the cake pops in the chocolate. I like to roll them in the chocolate then, add sprinkles if desired. Place in fridge until the chocolate till hardens. Enjoy.
Serving: 1Cake Pop | Calories: 75kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 18mg | Sodium: 18mg | Potassium: 18mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 26IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 26mg | Iron: 1mg


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Another dreamy trip to my favorite Caribbean sailing & boating playground – the British Virgin Islands. It’s always fun to map out your itinerary for the day. Shall it be The Indians or The Baths? Perhaps Sandy Spit and White Bay? The choices are endless, and they’re all good.
By the time the noon sun is overhead, your mind turns to lunch and you begin to think about where to tie up for a bite. Thankfully, there’s no shortage of dockside dining options catering to boaters, yachties and day-trippers (no shoes necessary).
One of my favorites is Sidney’s Peace & Love in Little Harbour, Jost Van Dyke.
Sidney’s is an annual stop for us. We were very sad to hear of Sidney’s passing last year, but happy to see that his family is carrying on the family name and restaurant. The food is as tasty as ever.
Sidney’s is a dockside, open-air restaurant that also has an air-conditioned dining room. It’s a special place, where you can be assured of fresh, home-cooked food served with warmth and friendliness rarely found elsewhere.
Look towards the bar and you’ll notice that there’s no bartender. No worries, Sidney’s has (seemingly) one of the world’s few remaining honor bars where you can play bartender for the day. The bar looks like a relic, but be assured that the liquor is top quality.
and the painkiller mix is one of the BVIs’ best.
It can take 45 minutes to an hour to receive your meal, but this isn’t a stateside fast-food restaurant. The best strategy is to place your order then head over to Sandy Spit or another nice spot for a leisurely swim. By the time you return, an amazing meal will be waiting. Or, simply hang out, enjoy the view, relax, check out their awesome selection of hats and shirt and get to know the family (Strawberry is a dear). And if you ask, they will be happy to show you their lobster tank.
The lobster at Sidney’s is as fresh as it gets (evident from the photo above) and very tasty. My favorite dish is the lobster sandwich, which is the Caribbean equivalent of the famous Maine lobster roll.
and the conch fritters are the real deal, skillfully filled with loads of fresh conch.
Oh, and don’t forget to leave an article of clothing before sailing off into the sunset.
Peace and Love,


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The techniques in this article are used at motoDNA Motorcycle Training closed circuit training days to develop riding skills for the road and track.
1 – Lean Angle
The more you lean your bike over in a corner the less grip is available from your tyres.To understand lean angle vs throttle its useful to imagine your rear tyre has a dollar’s worth of grip.You can spend 60 cents on the throttle, which leaves 40 cents for lean angle, or 10 cents on throttle and 90 cents on lean angle.To develop your throttle control divide the corner exit into four stages. At the corner apex you are at your maximum lean angle.Practice picking up the throttle just before the corner apex to take up drivetrain slack and start transferring weight to the rear.Feed the throttle smoothly and progressively as you aim for the corner exit using the four stages of throttle application.This develops your degree of throttle application through muscle memory, feel and consistency.As you exit the corner you are progressively reducing your lean angle as you pick the bike up and increase throttle until you are at your 100% throttle at the exit point.
2 – Anticipate a slide
Just as you feel the front tyre through your hands you feel the rear tyre through your feet and butt.Especially focus on foot pressure through the outside peg and listen to the rear tyre as your throttle on.Anticipate rolling off to control a slide rather than shutting the throttle.Experienced riders control rear slides with a steady throttle, body position movement and steering.
3 – Understand The Pitch
When you brake, the bike pitches forward applying load to the front tyre.When you release the brakes, weight comes off the front tyre and starts transferring to the rear.The key is to load the tyre progressively to build pressure on the contact patch. This applies to braking, acceleration and cornering.Problems arise when a rider overloads the tyre by grabbing the throttle rather than applying the input smoothly and gradually.
4 – Throttle On From The Apex
Rule of thumb is to decelerate from your turn in point to the apex, and throttle on from apex to exit point.Road riders set up your corner speed before the corner entry.Remember, motorcycles enjoy subtle and progressive inputs and this also applies to the throttle.
5 – Get Balanced
Think about the weight distribution of your bike.Statically, a bike and rider are around 50 / 50 weight distribution front to rear.When you brake it takes weight and therefore grip away from the rear.As you apply throttle weight transfers off the front to the rear.
6 – Tyre Pressure
Pay special attention to those black hoops.If you have 100psi in your tyre it wont give you much grip!Grip is sensitive to tyre pressure, make sure your pressure is correct.
7 – Chain Tension
If your chain is too tight it will restrict the rear suspension movement and place extra load on the rear tyre which can result in a slide.Make sure its tensioned to the manual.
8 – Soften Up
Can you feel your tyres?I see a lot of bikes too stiff, both on the track and road.This is fine if you are a gun racer but restricts feel for less experienced riders.Pay attention to the correct spring rates for your weight, spring preload and damping settings.Start too soft and stiffen up the bike to get it to turn.Now instead of being confused in the middle of the settings you can work in one direction until you start to lose feel.
9 – Get A Grip
Assuming the road surface is free from debris, the main contributor to grip is the weight or load on each tyre.Try sliding an eraser gently across your kitchen table.Now try the same thing pushing down hard on the eraser. You will notice the increase in grip with more vertical load.Now think about this when you ride.
10 – Get Regular Training
While riding tips from a reputable coach can be useful there is no substitute for regular motorbike training in a closed circuit controlled environment to practice the skills necessary for a safe and prolonged riding life on the road or track.


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Environment Influence on the Phytoplankton Distribution in a Basin
Abakumov A.I., Izrailsky Yu.G.
Institute of Automation and Control Processes, Far Eastern Brach of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Vladivostok, 690041, Russia
Abstract. We present a model of phytoplankton distribution in a one-dimensional vertical column of water under the influence of external factors such as mineral nutrients, insolation and temperature. Mineral nutrients and insolation act oppositely on the spatial phytoplankton distribution. We present the results of numerical experiments and note the potential utility of this model to reconstruct the spatial phytoplankton distribution from the sea-surface satellite data.
Key words: mathematical model, phytoplankton, turbulent diffusion, nutrients, insolation, temperature.

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Mantra necklace: moonstone and spinel
Moonstone with flashes of blue and gold, paired with a glimmering fringe of orange spinel beads, faceted and hand knotted on silk. Made by hand from sterling silver. The center stone is bezel set securely above 7 strands of spinel. The spinel are a deep reddish orange at the center and gradate out to a beautiful golden amber tone at the edges. Dimensions: The pendant is 2.25” in length, on a 16” solid sterling silver chain. Care: Do not expose stones or silk to any cleaners or other chemicals like perfume. Silver may be wiped with a Sunshine cloth to easily remove any tarnish.

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The Dark Tower Companion: A Guide to Stephen King's Epic Fantasy Kindle Edition
“A valuable tool for exploring the series. Both newcomers and frequent visitors to Mid-World will be informed and delighted.”—Stephen King
The story of Roland Deschain of Gilead, the last gunslinger, and his lifelong quest to reach the tower and save humanity across infinite parallel worlds is one that has consumed Stephen King throughout his career as characters and concepts crossed back and forth between the series and the rest of his fictional universe.
The Dark Tower Companion is the ultimate compendium to King’s evolving magnum opus, presenting the mythology, history, and geography of this epic fantasy that has captivated generations of readers. Featuring interviews with Stephen King, Ron Howard, Dark Tower expert Robin Furth and others, Bev Vincent reveals The Dark Tower’s influential literary origins, examines its connections to the vast majority of King’s other novels, explores the expanded universe, catalogs the major characters, locations and concepts, and includes a travel guide to the story’s real-world locations, giving fans who have followed Roland’s journey—or those who are discovering it for the first time—a fascinating overview of the series and an inside look at the creative process of one of the world’s most popular authors.
“Wonderful...opens doors to Roland’s world that not even I knew existed. If you like The Dark Tower books, you’ll like this one. Enthusiastically recommended.”—Stephen King
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“Vincent proves himself a master of the Dark Tower world.”—Publishers Weekly
“An excellent and maybe even vital guide to King’s grand opus.”—Locus
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His short fiction has appeared in places like Ellery Queen Mystery Magazine, From the Borderlands, and The Blue Religion. He is a member of the Storytellers Unplugged blogging community. He also writes book reviews for Onyx Reviews. Vincent lives in Texas with his wife.
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4 million vote in Bihar polls, defy Maoists
Defying Maoist threats, millions voted on Friday in the second round of Bihar’s staggered assembly elections that has pitted a BJP-led combine against Chief Minister Nitish Kumar’s JD-U and allies
Patna: Defying Maoist threats, millions voted on Friday in the second round of Bihar’s staggered assembly elections that has pitted a BJP-led combine against Chief Minister Nitish Kumar’s JD-U and allies.
RJD head Lalu Prasad Yadav addressing an election rally at Chiraiya in east Champaran district of Bihar on Saturday. Pic/PTI
Although 23 of the 32 constituencies involved in the second of the five-phase balloting are known to be Maoist hubs, the polling was largely peaceful, officials here said. As many as 456 candidates were in the fray on Friday in the districts of Gaya, the birthplace of Buddhism, Aurangabad, Jehanabad, Arwal, Kaimur and Rohtas, which saw some horrific caste massacres in the 1980s and 1990s.
Over 50 per cent of the 8.58 million eligible electorate on Friday had voted by 3 pm, the Election Commission said. Additional Chief Electoral Officer R Lakshaman said that the polling was slow initially but picked up later. According to him, women again voted in large numbers.
As the day progressed, the queues outside polling booths turned serpentine, reports from various constituencies said. The main contenders for power in Bihar are the Grand Alliance of the ruling Janata Dal-United (JD-U) and its allies, the RJD and the Congress as well as the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led four-party coalition.
The outlawed Communist Party of India-Maoist had vowed to disrupt the elections. With most of the 8,849 polling booths in rural areas, officials in charge of security had their fingers crossed.
Also, with women voters outnumbering male voters in the first two of the five-phase Bihar assembly polls, they have emerged as a prominent vote bank. Chief Electoral Officer Ajay V Nayak said 57.50 per cent of the women voted against 52.50 per cent male voters.


text: Interesting. I had three male kitties, one of them passed away last feb. They all don't really use their claws to smack or whatever but two females I adopted last dec (2011) they both are female and did use their claws and smack etc. but we are teaching them not to bit or smack but one of them get better and the other one is better. interesting about male and female kitties.At first when they moved in, our dog was just curious and knew we are welcoming the kitties into the family so he was checking them out and we told him be good... so we trained him to be easy with the kitties until they get big enough, ya know. He didn't complain... but the female kitten didn't like any dog including him.. so she likes to hiss or growl like a dog at him causing trouble.. making him want to get back at her by growling and chasing her where ever she goes. Still do... tried to teach him but now been scolding her to cut it out, she has been cutting down some... but ya know they are only 8 months old... still learning. The male kitties and our dog does get along just fine. On some days, they play together... because the male kitties doesn't use their claws.. the female kitten does.

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and creating beauty is not only an inalienable right, but an integral necessity
if one aspires to be human. Not recognizing this is to allow mankind's
inevitable devolution into darkness. It is our perpetual responsibility to
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Bheemeshwari, nestled in the lap of nature in Karnataka, India, is a paradise for nature enthusiasts and adventure seekers. This pristine destination, located on the banks of the Cauvery River, offers a perfect blend of lush greenery, wildlife, and exciting outdoor activities. Whether you’re a nature lover, an adventure junkie, or someone seeking a peaceful getaway, Bheemeshwari has something for everyone. Here’s a comprehensive guide to the things you can do in this enchanting destination.
Things To Do In Bheemeshwari
- River Rafting:
One of the most thrilling experiences in Bheemeshwari is river rafting on the Cauvery River. The gushing waters and scenic landscapes make it an unforgettable adventure. Experienced guides ensure your safety as you navigate through the rapids, providing an adrenaline rush and breathtaking views of the surrounding wilderness.
- Nature Walks and Bird Watching:
Bheemeshwari is a haven for bird watchers and nature enthusiasts. Take a leisurely stroll through the lush forests, and you’ll be treated to a symphony of birdcalls. The region is home to a variety of avian species, including kingfishers, herons, and the elusive Malabar pied hornbill. Guided nature walks offer insights into the rich biodiversity of the area.
- Fishing Expeditions:
For those who enjoy a more laid-back experience, Bheemeshwari offers excellent opportunities for fishing. The Cauvery River is teeming with fish, and you can engage in angling with the necessary permits. It’s a serene way to spend your day, surrounded by the tranquility of nature.
- Camping by the Riverside:
Immerse yourself in the natural beauty of Bheemeshwari by camping along the riverside. The rhythmic sounds of flowing water and the rustling leaves create a magical ambiance. Several campsites provide a range of camping options, from basic tents to more comfortable cottages, ensuring a memorable outdoor experience.
- Wildlife Safari in Bheemeshwari Wildlife Sanctuary:
Bheemeshwari is part of the Cauvery Wildlife Sanctuary, making it an ideal destination for wildlife enthusiasts. Embark on a safari through the sanctuary to spot diverse wildlife, including elephants, deer, and various species of monkeys. The sanctuary also hosts the Mahseer Fish, a renowned game fish, attracting anglers from around the world.
- Coracle Rides:
Experience the traditional coracle boat rides on the Cauvery River. These round, basket-like boats offer a unique way to explore the gentle stretches of the river, providing a close connection with nature. The experience is both serene and culturally enriching.
- Biligiri Rangaswamy Temple Visit:
For a touch of spirituality, visit the Biligiri Rangaswamy Temple located atop the Biligiri Rangaswamy Betta. The temple offers panoramic views of the surrounding landscapes, and the journey to the top is an adventure in itself. The lush greenery and serene atmosphere make it a perfect place for meditation and reflection.
- Nature Photography:
Bheemeshwari’s picturesque landscapes provide a perfect backdrop for photography enthusiasts. Capture the vibrant flora and fauna, the play of light on the river, and the candid moments of wildlife. Whether you’re an amateur or a seasoned photographer, the natural beauty of Bheemeshwari will inspire your creativity.
For a more intimate experience with the river, try kayaking in the calmer stretches of the Cauvery. Paddle your way through gentle waters, surrounded by the lush greenery and the soothing sounds of nature. Kayaking offers a serene and up-close exploration of the river’s beauty.
- Zip Lining and High Rope Traversing:
Adventure seekers can indulge in zip-lining and high rope traversing activities offered by some of the adventure camps in Bheemeshwari. Soar through the treetops and challenge yourself with suspended obstacles, all while enjoying panoramic views of the surrounding landscapes.
- Campfire Nights:
As the sun sets over Bheemeshwari, gather around a campfire under the starlit sky. Campsites often organize bonfires, creating a cozy and communal atmosphere. Share stories, indulge in local cuisine, and enjoy the warmth of the fire as you connect with fellow travelers.
- Visit Doddamakkali Nature Camp:
Doddamakkali Nature Camp is another gem in Bheemeshwari known for its serene surroundings and wildlife sightings. The camp organizes various activities, including coracle rides, trekking, and wildlife safaris. It’s an excellent alternative for those looking to explore a different part of the region.
- Rappelling and Rock Climbing:
Test your strength and agility with rappelling and rock climbing activities offered in the rocky terrains around Bheemeshwari. Experienced instructors guide participants through these adventure sports, ensuring a safe yet exhilarating experience for both beginners and seasoned climbers.
- Trek to Bheemeshwari Peak:
Embark on a trek to the Bheemeshwari Peak for breathtaking views of the surrounding hills and valleys. The trek takes you through dense forests, offering glimpses of the diverse flora and fauna. The panoramic vista from the peak is a rewarding culmination of your trekking efforts.
- Cauvery Fishing Camp:
Anglers can explore the Cauvery Fishing Camp, which is well-known for its angling opportunities. The camp is equipped with comfortable tents and provides an excellent platform for fishing enthusiasts to try their luck at catching the elusive Mahseer Fish.
Bheemeshwari, with its array of outdoor activities and natural wonders, beckons those seeking an escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Whether you’re an adventure seeker, a wildlife enthusiast, or someone looking to unwind in the lap of nature, Bheemeshwari promises an experience like no other. Plan your trip to this hidden gem, and let the enchanting landscapes and exciting activities make your journey memorable.


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3 bedrooms, one with a double bed with the possibility of putting a travel cot in the same bedroom, and two bedrooms with 2 single beds in each (no bunk beds).
A spacious living area with a fully equipped kitchen and an outdoor terrace.
A bathroom with shower and sink. A Separated WC.
The mobile homes are equipped with free WIFI, a television, kitchen, fridge, electric coffee maker, microwave, stove, dishes, heating, blankets, pillows, outdoor seating furniture and parasol
Possibility to rent cotton sheets: flat rate 10€/bed or buy disposable sheet kits 6.50€/140 × 190
At your disposal, a travel cot and highchair free of charge by reservation.
Outdoor seating furniture with a parasol
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The usual, cliched, philosophical question: "What is the meaning of life?" never really made any sense to me. It is like a computer asking what electricity means... doesn't really mean much, but it sure has a purpose. So, it seems more pertinent to ask what is the purpose of life. For me, it seems the purpose of life can be summed it in one word: creativity. At a fundamental, biological level, as sexual organisms, our purpose is to reproduce. This involves creating a new individual that is novel in both is genetic makeup and epigenetic context (i.e. the environment that the child is brought up in). On a materialistic level, one of our purposes can be said to be creating physical (including pseudo-physical things such as software) tools that extend our capabilities in 4D space and time. At a more abstract level, we humans seem almost compelled to create art (of all kinds, poetry, painting, drawing, music, writing, gardens, computer code etc) simply for the gratuitous pleasure of it. Life itself can be seen as an act of evolutionary creativity; each new generation, and each successive species in the tree of life are novel adaptations on previous forms. The acknowledgement of creativity as a basic principle of life is useful as it provides a compass on what to do with our own lives - to absorb the creations/manifestations in the world around us, process them in our alchemical vessel that is the body and mind, and excrete our own unique creations. This then begs the question, what it is the end state, or attractor, for this creativity? Was the universe created so that humans could be created, so that we could create electronic circuits that could create a new universe in another dimension? Does this resonate with anyone? What do you believe the purpose of life to be? Does it even have a purpose?


Saudi Arabia set to reopen embassy in Qatar ‘in days’
Saudi has already reopened its airspace and land and sea borders with Doha.
Saudi Arabia will reopen its embassy in Doha within “days”, according to the Kingdom’s Foreign Minister, Prince Faisal bin Farhan.
The Gulf nation that had imposed a blockade on Qatar since 2017 will also be sending an ambassador to Doha soon.
“All four countries are in agreement on the importance of reconciliation with Qatar,” Prince Faisal said in an Al Arabiya report, in reference to Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Bahrain and Egypt.
Saudi has already reopened its airspace and land and sea borders to Qatar with commercial flights operating between the two nations from January 14.


NASA says Webb Space Telescope Near infrared imaging and non-slit spectroscopy It is currently unavailable for scientific operations after a software glitch occurred earlier this month.
in a statement published Yesterday, the agency reported that the problem began on January 15, when a communications delay within the device caused its flight program to time out. Flight software is an important aspect of any instrument operating in space, as it is runs a full set of operations on a given spacecraft, including its orientation, communications, data collection, and thermal control.
The NIRISS flight program timeout doesn’t mean Webb is about to exit the site or anything else catastrophic. In fact, the NASA statement stated that “there is no indication of any risk to the instruments, and the observatory and other instruments are all in good health.” aNASA said the affected science observations would be rescheduled.
Webb completed the file A million-mile journey to L2, the sliver of space from which the observatory images the universe, a year ago this week. She filmed some Sharp views and remarkably informative Universe In six months of scientific operations so far.
But it wasn’t entirely smooth sailing for the $10 billion space observatory. While her scientific instruments were commissioned without issue, in May she was one of Webb’s mirrors Accurate meteorite hit her—a very small rock to sail through Space — it did a disservice, though the team said the telescope’s optical performance was still twice that wanted.
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There were also some software hiccups. In August, the Telescope’s Operational Infrared Instrumentation (or MIRI) had a software glitch that temporarily halted its operations. during november. And in December, There was a problem with the telescope’s orientation control, which manages where to point the telescope. Bugs put the telescope in safe mode Several times last month.
None of these issues amounts to a disaster. Keep in mind, the Hubble Space Telescope (Webb’s predecessor) continues to operate after more than 30 years in space. And he got several software updates and fixes, Including with human hands. Humans will not travel a A million miles across space to tackle Webb’s problems, so should NASA Dealing with software issues from the ground.
Space agencies may design the space observatories of the future to be so Upgraded with Android serviceBut at this time, Webb maintenance needs to be done remotely.
Webb has done some tremendous work so far will I continue To illuminate the oldest and most obscure regions of the universe. You can check out some of what’s on the agendaalong with other astronomy plans for this year, here.


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If you think mold is just a nuisance, think again.
Mold is a type of fungi that can grow both indoors and outdoors. Mold growth is often the result of moisture accumulation, hence why it is often found in damp or humid environments.
Mold can cause various health problems, including respiratory infections, allergic reactions, and skin irritation. Mold exposure can lead to memory loss, organ damage, and even death in severe cases. It can even destroy your home if left unchecked.
That is why it is crucial to have the proper mold testing equipment on hand to keep your family safe and your home in good condition. With the right equipment used by a mold specialist, you can test for mold growth, identify the type of mold present, and take steps to remediate the problem.
Types of Mold Testing Equipment
There are a variety of mold testing kits and devices available on the market. Some kits are designed for home use, while others are intended for professional use. Home mold test kits are usually less expensive than professional kits, but they may not be as accurate.
Professional mold testing kits often include additional tools and features, such as air sampling pumps and swabs, that can help you get a more accurate picture of the mold problem in your home.
Here are some of the most popular types of mold testing equipment:
A moisture meter is a device used to measure the moisture content of materials. It is often used in the construction industry to assess the moisture content of wood, concrete and other building materials. Moisture meters can also be used to test for mold growth. Some mold testing kits come with built-in moisture meters.
Moisture meters work by measuring the electrical resistance of a material. The more moisture present in a material, the lower its electrical resistance.
When using a moisture meter to test for mold, it is important to take readings in several different room areas. This will help you identify high moisture areas that may be conducive to mold growth.
Mold Spore Trap
A mold spore trap is a device that collects mold spores from the air. It typically consists of a dust collector and a culture medium, such as agar. Mold spores are drawn into the dust collector, which become stuck to the agar. The agar can then be cultured to grow mold colonies.
Mold spore traps are often used in professional mold testing kits. They can help identify the type of mold present in a home and determine the concentration of mold spores in the air.
Air Sampling Pump
An air sampling pump is a device that draws a sample of air through a small tube. The air sample is then collected on a filter or piece of tape. The filter or tape collects mold spores, which can then be counted to determine the concentration of mold spores in the air.
Air sampling pumps are often used in professional mold testing kits.
Swabs are small pieces of cotton or other absorbent material used to collect mold samples. Mold swabs can collect samples from surfaces or the air. The swabs are then sent to a laboratory for analysis. In clinical settings, swabs are often used to collect samples from patients for diagnostic testing.
An infrared camera is a device that takes pictures of objects using infrared light.
These cameras work by detecting the difference in temperature between moldy and non-moldy areas. Mold typically emits more infrared radiation than surrounding materials, so it will appear brighter in an infrared image.
Infrared cameras can detect mold growth behind walls and in other hidden areas. Using an infrared camera is often the best way to get an accurate picture of the mold problem in your home.
Thermometers can be used to measure the temperature of the air and surfaces. Thermometers work by measuring the amount of heat radiation emitted by an object. The higher the temperature, the more heat radiation is emitted.
When used in conjunction with an infrared camera, a thermometer can help identify areas of hidden mold growth.
A hygrometer is a device that measures humidity. Hygrometers can be used to measure the relative humidity of the air. When the relative humidity is high, it can create conditions conducive to mold growth. It is essential to use a hygrometer in conjunction with a thermometer to get an accurate picture of the air conditions in a room.
A scanner is a device that uses lasers to identify hidden mold growth. Scanners can scan walls, ceilings and other areas of a home.
Professional mold testing kits often include scanners. These handheld devices are helpful for mold testing because they can help identify hidden mold growth that might otherwise go undetected.
A borescope is a device that uses a camera to inspect small spaces. Borescopes can be used to inspect the inside of walls, crawl spaces, and other difficult-to-reach areas. It works by inserting a small camera into a small space and transmitting the image to a monitor.
When used in conjunction with other mold testing equipment, a borescope can help identify hidden mold growth.
Mold testing is an integral part of any mold remediation project. The type of mold present in a home can dictate the necessary remediation steps.
Air sampling pumps, swabs, infrared cameras, thermometers, hygrometers, scanners, and borescopes are types of professional mold testing equipment that you can help identify the type of mold present and the concentration of spores in the air, thus uncovering hidden mold growth.
Consult a professional mold inspector such as Air Quality Accessors for a thorough inspection of mold if you suspect there is mold present in your home or office.


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Thanks to my friend and fellow photographer/blogger, Scott Thomas, for inviting me to guest post on his blog. He did a great job laying out all the components for the feature, which was first published in the Summer 2013 issue of Celebrate Home Magazine. You can download all four issues of the magazine FREE on our website at http://www.celebratehomemagazine.com. Print copies (at cost + shipping) are also available and our site will link you to magcloud.com to purchase.
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I’m having my very first art fair show at the annual “Art on the Avenue” is a regional multicultural arts and music festival on Mt. Vernon Avenue in Del Ray (Alexandria), Virginia. (No RSVPs are needed!)
The event is Saturday, October 5, 2013, from 10-6.
This festival was voted “Best Art Event in Northern Virginia” by readers of Virginia Living Magazine
. More than 300 artisans will be exhibiting and selling their creations and there is music and food as well. I’ve been to two of these events and the weather was nice both years—a great time to be outdoors (and supporting the arts!). Visit www.artontheavenue.org
for more information as well as a list of vendors.
You’ll find me at Booth E104, which will be located between Oxford and Uhler, down from Cheestique (love that place!) and across from Taqueria Poblano and Yoga in Daily Life. Look for a black and green banner that reads “Garden Muse.”
I will be selling both new and older botanical images in:
Gallery wrap photo canvases (variety of sizes)
Matted & framed photographs
Directions by Metro:
Your best bet to the festival! Braddock Road is the Metro stop nearest Art on the Avenue. Each half hour, starting at 10:00 am until 6:00 pm, there will be a FREE DASH bus going to and from the corner of Bellefonte/Mt. Vernon Avenue and the Braddock Road Metro Station. Look for the sign that says “Ride Me to Art on the Avenue.” Or you can walk — it is a 15 minute walk to the Festival from the Metro stop. Simply exit the station and turn right to Braddock Road. Follow Braddock Road under the underpass to the next light and turn right onto Mt. Vernon Avenue.
If you’re in the area and can make it, stop by to say howdy or introduce yourself (and pick up a free bookmark, too)!
While you’re there, register to win a free 20×30 gallery wrap canvas (your choice) from my existing inventory!


Jorge Pena, the 25-year-old 8-ball jacket aficionado who was arrested and put in jail for four days after a wild melee on the F prepare this weekend, has gone on a allure offensive. Pena spoke with each the Post and News concerning the incident, which was captured in a widely-shared video in the days since the fight. Initially, Pena was charged with misdemeanor assault and disorderly conduct in the incident. He spent 4 nights in jail after the fight, however his lawyer says charges were dropped after authorities determined he was acting in self-defense. “She is finally the rationale he was put within the situation,” attorney Joseph Indusi informed the News. “We’re at present investigating with an eye fixed toward possible future civil litigation.” A faculty pupil involved in a November subway scuffle with a membership bouncer sporting a throwback 8-ball jacket obtained a neighborhood service deal in court docket Thursday.
Howard and Pena were arrested by police, reviews the New York Daily News. Two of Howard’s pals have been also arrested for his or her alleged involvement. This is the second an argument about style rapidly turned ugly – and escalated right into a full-on subway brawl in New York.
The boys were hanging around downtown behind the laundry mat, talking about women they could or could not have screwed and ingesting eightballs. And he additionally wants winter wear as a outcome of the 8-Ball jacket – which he acquired from his brother and only wore about four times – is now an apparel pariah. The 6-foot-6-inch bouncer says his jacket is now getting him much more unwanted consideration, and he doesn’t want to take the subway anymore. Police launch manhunt after mom and her daughter, 7, are sexually assaulted on their walk house from… ‘ Love Island followers predict dramatic end for Davide and Ekin-Su as they insist he’ll be shown footage of her getting near George in mattress .
This developed right into a heated clash in the subway car that led to the arrest of many at the West 4th Street subway station at round 5 a.m that day. Page 3 babe Apollonia Llewellyn has left her fans drooling after she posted a vacation snap to her Instagram. She donned a black bikini set that definitely didn’t dixie d’amelio onlyfans fail to impress… Another passenger jumps in on the battle, which descended right into a rowdy battle. The movie, recorded on a phone and called ‘Man smacks the soul out of girl on the NY Subway’, was shared on YouTube and shortly went viral.
Video of the melee was posted to YouTube and quickly went viral, racking up more than four million views. Another lawyer, Cary London, noted that without the video, “Mr. Pena would have had to go to court docket for a year” before presumably clearing his name. Pena’s slap has caused him web notoriety, with the video garnering over 14 million views on YouTube.
A lady who was filmed hitting a person in the face together with her high heel and sparking a mass brawl in a video that went viral has escaped a jail sentence and has been ordered to undergo remedy. A second later, Howard hit Pena in the head with her stiletto boot. Pena then turned around and struck Howard in the face, knocking her to the bottom. The former baseball prospect from the Dominican Republic was speaking at his lawyers’ office whereas wearing the notorious 8-ball jacket.
If you should be unblocked please e-mail us at and supply the IP address and reference number proven here along with why you require access. In May, Goldberg said that Jay-Z had “the proper” to hit Solange Knowles back throughout their high-profile battle in a carry, following the Met Ball. Pena in flip slaps Howard across the face, the drive of the blow sending shock waves through the practice carriage, as all out chaos erupts. Footage of the tumult was posted online Saturday and has since garnered more than 655,000 views. This is an archived article and the data in the article could additionally be outdated.
She copped to 2 counts of assault, including a felony however her costs will be decreased after a yr of remedy and three days of community service. However, Howard was hit with felony assault and disorderly conduct, while her pals Kevin Gil, 21, and Shanique Campbell, 20, who had jumped into the battle to help Howard, were also charged with misdemeanor assault and disorderly conduct. The video “Man slaps the soul out of woman on the NY subway,” uploaded to YouTube by person MrDratliff23, begins with a younger woman yelling at a person, saying his jacket is outdated and making enjoyable of his hat. Two girls, presumably her associates, clap in assist from the bench. Howard was charged with felony assault for using a shoe as a weapon. Pena and the 2 other women have been all charged with misdemeanor assault and disorderly conduct.
The many loves of ‘heartbreaker’ James Caan who married FOUR instances including a one 12 months dalliance with Elvis’s playmate ex . The woman’s friend jumps in and the scenario shortly spirals uncontrolled with a number of individuals making an attempt to hit each other, while the cameraman screams in excitement. Authorities initially charged Pena in the fight, however then dropped costs in opposition to him after concluding he acted in self-defense.


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Business Name: Blue Rhubarb
Based In: Calgary, Alberta
Products Include: DIY weaving kits, fiber wall hangings, yarn & embroidery art
Learn more about Blue Rhubarb in our interview below.
Blue Rhubarb Calgary, Alberta
What inspired you to open your shop?
Crafting and making items has always been an outlet for me to keep my mind and hands busy. When my kids were small, I had a sewing business making blankets, carseat covers, and items that were cozy, warm, and couldn’t be found in a big box store. I have an “I can make that” way of thinking and creative expression as a form of self-care is really important to me.
Due to personal life circumstances, I no longer had the time to dedicate to sewing but I still had a need to create and keep myself busy which is how I found weaving and fiber arts. I use this as a way to manage my stress and anxiety – a way to keep my mind focused and temporary pause from the struggles we all have in life. My fiber art journey has helped me with mental health as it really does bolster mood and improve self-esteem. My “time-out” is spent in my home studio and brings me back to center and feeling grounded.
I use my memories from childhood where I spent lots of time with relatives who knit, crocheted, embroidered, etc. I get inspiration from my nostalgia of how good it felt to complete a project, learn, and grow from doing something hands on with my grandma or aunts. Being able to teach and show how being creative can be expressive and a form of healing is of utmost importance to me. Taking traditions and techniques from my ancestors, motivates me to continue to pass along this knowledge and bring a modern style to my fiber arts products today. Creating can be a really positive space for people of all ages. So, I just really believe that everyone should be spending quality time, learning, growing, and making memory memories with each other. There is something that feels really good about enjoying something that you’ve made that you can give to somebody or that you can display. Art is really meant to bring that to people which what brings me harmony and inspires me to keep doing what I do.
How would you describe your business?
When I wanted to rebrand my sewing and embroidery business, I knew that this was an opportunity to have a handmade business that could grow and evolve over time. I strive to represent a style and way of living that promotes self-care/healing through art because creating is a emotional journey that we all can share together. My goals are to bring this to you so we can all learn something new and grow with self-care and healing through art which is a strong message I hope is translated into my products. Art evokes emotions and feelings in us all and there is so much passion within all Blue Rhubarb products.
Blue Rhubarb products encompass textures and color that feel uplifting but yet whimsical. The reason behind Blue Rhubarb is very personal and special to me. Rhubarb was a nickname that was given to me by my dad and I grew up with being called that. I guess there is some bits of my personality that is tart and sweet with a little bit of sassy that fits Rhubarb! My dad has played a big role in my life and when he suddenly passed away in 2011, the loss was deeply profound to all of us. There have been quite a few hardships over the years and creating or keeping my hands busy with crafts allows me a safe space to dealt with the life stresses and anxieties I have. The colour blue has always been one of my favorite colours and it brings me such peace and relaxation. Blue represents tranquility, calmness, and quiet. I long for this everyday and believe in the calming effect that colours can have on your mind. Creating is a powerful way to come back to center and studies and research shows that crafting is mood booster and has a positive impact on our minds and bodies.
Fiber art can be a broad topic, but Blue Rhubarb represents weaving, spinning, embroidery, latch hooking, and needlecrafts. I source quality materials such as premium wool roving, yarns, felt, and canvases. I support local wherever possible but quality materials for fiber arts tend to come from Europe or Australia. For example, I get the bulk of my wool and silks from Italy. My mission is to bring quality craftsmanship to you, which means you will see and feel the difference from one of my wall hangings to something you would purchase from a chain or big box store. Being allergen free from pets and environmental toxins such as smoke is also extremely important to me. All felts and wool fibers found in my products follow OEKO-TEX Standards which have been tested for harmful substances to protect your health. All wool rovings, wool felt, dyed yarn, and silks in my shop have this certification.
My knowledge of latch hooking, embroidery, and knitting has all been passed down to me from family. In a world of you-tube, it is easy to find videos of someone making something. When seeking out new techniques, I place the same emphasis on learning as I do on the quality of my materials. I have sought out training for weaving and spinning from those who have been in the fiber arts and textiles business for years on platforms such as Domestika. Honestly, the best source for my information that I still use today is from a book from Reader’s Digest – Complete Guide to Needlework. It was a book my mom had in the 80s and covers all topics such as embroidery, needlepoint, knitting, applique, quilting, patchwork, macrame, crochet, rug making, and lacework. It really is my go to and is such a reminder that craft is timeless and why I feel that “Creativity Never Goes Out of Style”.
I am a self-taught weaver but appreciate all the leaders who paved the way. I create intuitively and most times, don’t plan out my creations as it really is a emotional guided process for me. This creates a unique experience and feel is what makes each product stand out from the others. I am always wanting my designs and patterns be something that isn’t anywhere else. I have great pride and pleasure from taking wool fibers and turning them into yarn, then into a weaving, which then creates an amazing piece of art.
What’s your best selling product and why is it so popular?
DIY Kits – weaving, latch hook and embroidery.
There is a DIY trend when it comes to home decor and these items have been hard to keep in stock. I have made DIY kits that are perfect for beginners who are looking to take up a craft especially weaving. I have simplified the weaving and latch-hooking process to include all the materials you need to make a round wall hanging. I chose neutral and popular colour palettes that are versatile and easy to combine together.
I think people are wanting to get started into crafts, but not sure how to do it or where to look for modern styles. The round woven wall hanging kits were formed from my signature collection of Gold Threads. The mixture of gold threads with wool roving makes a truly stunning combination. The pattern and style are unique to Blue Rhubarb and formed to make these popular circular weaving. Two sizes are available, and the hoops have been prepared – ready to weave. Instructions and all materials are included for easy quick start to circular weaving.
Currently, I have round latch-hook kits available with an addition of rectangular wall tapestries coming soon. I have created patterns and instructions making them easy to follow. I know that I love to latch hook but have not been able to find a project on the store shelves that suited my style or felt were modern which is why I have created my own. I do not like acrylic yarn which is why I use my own yarn combinations that are of premium quality. I also, use premium Zweigert rug canvas that is stronger quality for a better project. My latch hook kits will give you a thick and fluffy tapestry that is not found anywhere else. These are perfect for beginners and are a great way to pass the time or make a great gift!
What’s your favourite product from your own shop?
My favourite product right now is the floral hoops – I love both the mini hoops of dyed yarn knit flowers and larger hoops wool roving flowers. I love them because they have colours that bring such texture and vibrance to each piece. With the dyed yarn floral hoops, I wanted a way to showcase the yarn as sometimes, its brilliance gets lost in a weaving. This way it features the colors and textures which can be found in nature and flowers. I just love working with hoops and round art. These pieces can be easily incorporated into your wall decor and bring a unique style to any room.


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Posthuman Theory and Practice in Early Years Learning
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This childhood/nature chapter was provoked by curiosity about the rise of posthuman theorizing in early years learning research and practice. Set in the context of the Anthropocene as the age of human entanglement in the fate of the planet, it takes the view that the primary task of this time is to develop new understandings of the human and new concepts of thought (Colebrook, Extinction: framing the end of the species. Open Humanities Press, 2010). Early childhood has led the field of education in the development and application of posthuman theorizing in response to this imperative, prompting the explorations of the chapter. A review of the literature in this field resulted in the identification of three distinct areas of posthuman theoretical activity: new materialism, child-animal relations, and Indigenous-nonindigenous intersections. The third category Indigenous-nonindigenous intersections which draws primarily on Indigenous theorizing was so divergent from the others, and so complex, as to be considered outside the scope of this chapter. In gathering the various papers together to make sense of the literature in each of new materialism and child-animal relations, different modes of analysis were called for. New materialism in early childhood education and practice is considered using a genealogical generational analysis following the work of Van der Tuin (Generational feminism: new materialist introduction to a generative approach. Lexington Books, London, 2014), while child-animal relations prompted an analytical approach involving Haraway’s bag lady method following Taylor, Blaise, and Giugni (Discourse Stud Cult Polit Educ 34(1):48–62, 2013). A particularly interesting and curious finding was that “life” emerged as a major theme from new materialism and “death” from child-animal relations in keeping with the paradoxical nature of the Anthropocene.
KeywordsPosthuman New materialism Child-animal relations Early childhood Anthropocene
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