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The cottage I rented when I moved to the Sierra Nevada Foothills to work at the mountain spa was a sweet little place with trees all around and a stream running somewhere in the woods off down the hill. The floors were all tile and I learned to keep the heat of the woodstove just right and let the radiant heat do the rest. Out every window there was a view that soothed my soul. Deer wandered in and out of sight and rabbits came to the pots of plants I had on the patio just outside the French doors off the bedroom, which I soon referred to as “The Rabbit Restaurant”. I had a big reading chair facing the woodstove, and another one in my bedroom that faced to look out the French doors. I would sit there in the early morning and feel the warmth of the rising sun as the light of it flooded the room through the manzanita tree across the yard. The grasses and trees would steam off the cold vapors from the night air, lending even more magic to the solitude and quiet. There was an ancient oak that nearly covered the entire cottage in its shade. In it lived a pair of Red Shouldered Hawks that would call to each other as they hunted throughout the days. They were my companions and even when I couldn’t see them I felt them nearby.
The previous few years had been filled with so many 10-14-hour days that I had slipped away from any sort of regular spiritual practice. When I moved up to the mountains, I had tried to reconnect as best I could. I had been making a point of stopping somewhere along the road up to the summit on the way to work to just take a couple minutes to stand at the edge of the forest. The air was thick with the fragrances of the mixed confers: incense cedar, ponderosa and sugar pine, Douglas and white fir. Some days, when the breezes were just right, the scent of the incense cedar would waft through the air like sandalwood in a meditation room. It was my time to anchor myself and face the hectic hours ahead of me.
My other touchstone was my father. In 2007, just before I moved back to Napa, I spent a week in Ithaca watching over my niece and nephew while my brother and his wife tried to repair their marriage while kayaking in Mexico. I made good use of my time there by making certain to spend as much of it with Dad as I could. While the kids were in school, he and I had plenty of time to talk and our conversations followed paths that we had not walked together since I was a child. I had been calling him every week for years. By 2010, as his health declined and his loneliness increased, I called at least twice a week. He wanted to know everything about the forests and the mountains around me. He was proud of the position I had at work and what I was trying to accomplish, but it was my long walks in the woods and scrambling along mountain creek beds, my forays into Yosemite, and the deer outside my door that he was most interested in. The closer he came to the end of his life, the more open and conversant he was about things spiritual. At least with me; but then, I invited it. When I had been with him in the hospital when my mother was nearing her death, he had recognized the energy I put forth on her behalf.
He shared with me the experiences that he was having of seeing Mom, of seeing his old Army buddies, his family, of not being able to tell whether they were truly in the room with him or not. I encouraged him to listen to what they were saying to him. They were bringing messages to help him, they were supporting him. He shared things with me that substantiated so much of what I had experienced in my two near death experiences. I shared with him that those experiences, the one with his dad when his mom had died, the one with Mom when she died, had all shown me that there is an easing into passing that is helped by those who love us. He said that he knew that I knew that; it was why he could talk to me about what was happening around him and not anyone else. I had never before felt so completed validated by him.
He never used the word “death” although he knew that it was coming. He had several cardiac episodes from which he was saved only by the presence of my brother. Dad’s love for him was so strong that his arrival at the emergency room would bring Dad back into his body. The nearer he got to his own end, the more Dad talked of “being moved somewhere”. In his way of always being organized, he began to sort through his belongings and packed boxes of mementos for each of his children. He talked to me of how “they” kept coming to check on him and how “they” were going to be moving him soon, but he wasn’t sure where it would be.
He was determined to make it to his 90th birthday and he did so. We all gathered for the week in July; dodging each other and our differences as best we could so that he could have a party with his children and others who knew and respected him. I was happy that Kyle was able to be there to spend some time with his Grand’pa. Unfortunately, Dad had an eye infection at the time, and so he wasn’t able to really see anyone or what was going on around him. I took as many photos as I could. During one of our phone conversations a few weeks later he said that his eye was fine and he was ready to see the pictures. I printed them out in large format for him and when he received them in the mail, we talked on the phone for a long time and went over each one of them. He got to relive his party and the week, and even see parts of it that took place when he wasn’t there.
A week later, at the end of August, my brother called early in the morning to say that Dad had passed away at 4:00 AM. My brother was upset that he hadn’t been able to make it to him in time to be with him. I was relieved that he hadn’t. Without him there to pull Dad back, Dad was able to make his transition. He was ready. I thought it was great that he made his transition at the hour of the classical hour of Brahmamuhurtha, the hour of change between night and day and the most auspicious hour for spiritual practice.
After I did my morning meditation and prayers, I walked out in to the dawn and stood beneath the oak tree. There was rustling above my head in the branches; I looked up to see the pair of Hawks looking down at me. We held eye contact for a while and then they flew together toward the sunrise. I didn’t feel Dad, yet, and so I went about my day but came home early from work. At sunset, I stood looking out over the forest as it sloped down the hill to the stream and remembered all the hills, forests and streams I had been able to share with my dad. As Scottish bagpipes blared from the stereo and the words to “When the Pipers Play” rang in my ears, I held a glass of Single Malt Whisky aloft in salute. It was my private eulogy and funeral for him. It was just after dark when I felt him behind me as I walked down the hall between the bedroom and the living room. I went and sat in the reading chair in my bedroom, and there in the soft light of the candle I had lit for him on my altar, we talked. For that, I am and will be forever grateful.

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Peterson: Irish Harp (999) Fishtail
Product Number: 002-029-16601
One of Peterson's best selling shapes, this Rhodesian design has the classic inspiration, and endearing eccentricities of the Irish firm's own style, and handsome Irish Harp finish combined. From the regal, deep walnut stain and gloss finish, to the silver accents, all the way to the Cumberland themed acrylic stem, this is one pipe that begs careful consideration and admiration.
- Chris Johnson
Measurements & Other Details
- Length: 5.42 in./137.67 mm.
- Weight: 1.90 oz./53.86 g.
- Bowl Height: 1.46 in./37.08 mm.
- Chamber Depth: 1.30 in./33.02 mm.
- Chamber Diameter: 0.80 in./20.32 mm.
- Outside Diameter: 1.65 in./41.91 mm.
- Stem Material: Acrylic
- Filter: None
- Shape: Rhodesian
- Finish: Smooth
- Material: Briar
- Country: Ireland

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|Eggless Lemon Drizzle Cake #Recipe
I tried it from my recently purchased cookbook. A lemon cake has been on my to try list for a long time and in fact, I have tried a couple of recipes. But, the results were not all that satisfactory. So, when I saw this recipe in Sanjeev Kapoor's Vegetarian Library Collection, I grabbed the opportunity to bake it. I baked half of the original recipe and also modified the recipe a bit. Overall, I am very happy with the results.

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Nearly three days into a trip to Europe this past July, Veterans Affairs Secretary David Shulkin had attended a Wimbledon championship tennis match, toured Westminster Abbey and taken a cruise on the Thames.
The 10-day trip was not entirely a vacation. Shulkin was in Europe for meetings with Danish and British officials about veterans’ health issues.
Yet he and his wife spent about half their time sightseeing, including shopping and touring historic sites, according to an itinerary obtained by The Washington Post and confirmed by a U.S. official familiar with their activities.

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- 1 What is an avocado roll made of?
- 2 Is avocado sushi healthy?
- 3 How do you keep avocado from turning brown in sushi?
- 4 What’s inside of a California roll?
- 5 Is avocado roll vegan?
- 6 What are the healthiest sushi rolls?
- 7 Is a California roll healthy?
- 8 Can you eat sushi everyday?
- 9 Can I eat brown avocado?
- 10 Why is there so much avocado in sushi?
- 11 Will avocado turn brown in a sandwich?
- 12 How do you keep avocado fresh in sushi?
- 13 What kind of cucumber is used for sushi?
What is an avocado roll made of?
Recipes by 80g uncooked sushi rice* 1-2 tbsp rice vinegar 1/2 tsp sugar 1 sheet seaweed nori paper 0.5 large avocado, de-seeded and cut into strips 1/2 yellow pepper, de-seeded and cut into strips 1-2 leafs Iceberg lettuce, sliced 1 large avocado Cook the sushi rice according to the package instructions.
Is avocado sushi healthy?
Good: Avocado Many popular sushi rolls incorporate avocado, often with fish and vegetables but sometimes alone with the rice (and nori, sushi’s seaweed wrapper). Avocado is high in heart- healthy fats and fiber, and it’s packed with other nutrients. That can help your kidneys, your heart, and your nerves work better.
How do you keep avocado from turning brown in sushi?
One way to keep your avocado fresh in sushi is by placing the whole avocado with intact skins in a 43°C water bath for a couple of hours. This method will help you deactivate the enzyme that causes browning. You can also drizzle the avocado slices with some citric acid like lime juice and even olive oil.
What’s inside of a California roll?
A California roll or California maki is a makizushi sushi roll that is usually rolled inside-out, and containing cucumber, crab or imitation crab, and avocado.
Is avocado roll vegan?
A simple but filling sushi roll, avocado rolls are loved by vegans and non- vegans alike. They are usually prepared as avocado chunks rolled in sticky, sweet sushi rice wrapped in seaweed. Avocadoes are nutrient-dense healthy fats and are an important part of most vegans ‘ diets.
What are the healthiest sushi rolls?
- Cucumber Roll (on Brown Rice) with Edamame and Miso Soup.
- Edamame and Salmon Sashimi.
- Salmon-Avocado Roll (on Brown Rice) and Seaweed Salad.
- Various Types of Sashimi.
- Rainbow Roll (on Brown Rice)
- One Roll (on Brown Rice) and Naruto Rolls or Sashimi.
- Avocado Roll (on Brown Rice)
- Miso Soup with a Veggie Roll and Sashimi.
Is a California roll healthy?
You can count on California rolls as a good source of fiber and protein; they contain about 3.6 grams of fiber and 7.6 grams of protein in one roll. However, be sure not to consume too many rolls, as they contain a high sodium count, approximately 328.9 milligrams, says UCLA Dining Services.
Can you eat sushi everyday?
The key to enjoying sushi is moderation. Don’t eat fish every day, or at least cut back on the mercury-filled varieties. Avoid these types of fish entirely while pregnant or nursing since mercury poisoning can lead to serious harm for a developing fetus or child, according to CNN.
Can I eat brown avocado?
Avocados, like apples, turn brown when exposed to air. It’s actually a chemical reaction and not a sign of spoiled avocado. The brown part of an avocado might look unappetizing and can taste bitter, but it’s still safe to eat. You’d have to leave an avocado out for a few days before it spoiled from oxidation.
Why is there so much avocado in sushi?
Avocado is a common ingredient in American supermarket sushi. “ Avocado in sushi was the idea of a Japanese chef in Los Angeles about 40 years ago who used it as a replacement for toro because it offered a similar ‘melty’ mouth feel,” says Silverjay. “It was subsequently used in California rolls.
Will avocado turn brown in a sandwich?
Avocado on a sandwich will begin to turn brown within 3 to 4 hours, however, it will still be fine to eat. Keep the sandwich refrigerated if you are only planning on eating it later, but make sure to eat the avocado sandwich before the end of the day.
How do you keep avocado fresh in sushi?
Wrap the entire cylindrical roll tightly (no air) in plastic wrap, store in the fridge, then unwrap and slice them up right before serving. You might want to consider omitting the avocado.
What kind of cucumber is used for sushi?
For sushi, English cucumbers or hothouse cucumbers are normally used. They are the ones sold individually wrapped in a firm plastic. They are mild, have thin skin, and are essentially seedless.


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Landholder group slams 'inadequate' CSG compensation
THE Hopeland Community Sustainability Group says compensation to farmers for putting up with coal seam gas on their properties is totally inadequate.
The GasFields Commission Queensland annual report was released yesterday.
It states that about 2200 landholders were compensated $200 million over five years for having coal seam gas infrastructure on their properties.
Hopeland Community Sustainability Group spokeswoman Shay Dougall said that meant landholders were receiving about $18,000 a year.
"The amount of what the commission is calling compensation is absolutely paltry compared to what landholders have to put up with," she said.
"Coal seam gas mining in our region ruins forever what was productive farm land so mining companies have destroyed our livelihoods.
"$18,000 a year is hardly compensation for the pain and suffering and health impacts of coal seam gas"
Mrs Dougall slammed the GasFields Commission as ineffective.
"My area of Hopeland this year declared itself Gasfield Free in an attempt to protect our productive agricultural community and our health from coal seam gas," she said.
"We have had zero support from the commission or our mayor who is a coal seam gas commissioner."


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Are you wondering if it's possible to charge an electric vehicle (EV) using a portable generator?
EVs are becoming increasingly popular as people shift towards more sustainable forms of transportation. However, one common concern for potential EV owners is the availability of charging stations, especially in remote areas or during power outages. In such scenarios, a portable generator seems like a viable solution. But before you invest in a generator, it's essential to understand the compatibility, limitations, and potential risks associated with charging your EV using this alternative power source.
Understanding EV Charging Basics
To comprehend whether charging your electric vehicle with a portable generator is feasible, let's start by understanding the basics of EV charging.
There are three primary levels of charging for EVs: Level 1, Level 2, and Level 3 (also known as DC fast charging). Level 1 charging uses a regular household outlet (120 volts) and provides the slowest charging speed. Level 2 charging utilizes a dedicated charging station (240 volts) and offers faster charging. Level 3 charging, the fastest option, requires specialized equipment and can charge an EV to 80% in approximately 30 minutes.
Portable Generators and Power Output
Portable generators are versatile devices that provide temporary power when you don't have access to electricity. They are commonly used during camping trips, outdoor events, or as backup power sources during emergencies. However, the power output from a portable generator varies depending on the model, wattage capacity, and fuel type.
Understanding the Basics of Portable Generators
Before we delve into the topic of charging an EV using a portable generator, it's important to have a basic understanding of how these devices work. Portable generators consist of an engine, alternator, fuel tank, and outlets to connect devices. These devices generate electrical power by converting mechanical energy into electrical energy through the process of electromagnetism.
Compatibility of EVs and Portable Generators
To determine whether you can charge your EV with a portable generator, you need to consider the compatibility between the two. It's crucial to analyze the power requirements of your EV and compare them with the power output capabilities of the generator.
Calculating Power Consumption of an EV
To accurately assess the power consumption of your EV, you need to consider two essential factors: the charging speed and the battery size. The charging speed depends on the level of charging, while the battery size determines the total capacity.
Assessing the Power Output of a Portable Generator
To understand the power output capabilities of a portable generator, you need to look at its specifications and determine its wattage. Most generators provide both a rated wattage and a surge wattage. The rated wattage refers to the continuous power the generator can provide, while the surge wattage represents the temporary power boost it can handle for starting high-power devices.
The Importance of Power Quality for Charging an EV
When charging an EV, power quality plays a crucial role in ensuring a safe and efficient charging process. Certain power quality factors, such as voltage stability, frequency stability, and low harmonic distortion, are essential to protect the sensitive electronics of your EV's charging system.
Determining the Charging Time
The charging time of an EV depends on various factors, including the charging level, battery size, charging efficiency, and power source. When charging an EV using a portable generator, it's crucial to understand the impact of these factors on the overall charging time.
Charging an EV with a Portable Generator: The Process
Now that we have a good understanding of EV charging, portable generators, and their compatibility, let's delve into the process of charging an EV using a portable generator. It's important to note that this process might vary depending on the model and manufacturer of your EV.
Selecting the Right Generator and Power Source
The first step is to ensure you have a generator that can provide enough power to charge your EV. Consider the power consumption of your EV and choose a generator with a rated wattage that matches or exceeds that rating. Additionally, you need to select the appropriate power source on the generator, usually an AC outlet with the correct voltage and current rating.
Connecting the Generator to Your EV
Once you have selected a compatible generator and power source, the next step is to connect your EV to the generator. This process typically involves using an EV charging cable or an adapter to connect the generator's AC outlet to your EV's charging port.
Ensuring a Safe Charging Process
While charging your EV with a portable generator, there are a few safety precautions you should keep in mind. Firstly, make sure that your generator is placed in a well-ventilated area to prevent the build-up of exhaust fumes. It's also essential to follow the manufacturer's instructions for both the generator and the EV charging cable. Additionally, avoid overloading the generator by connecting only the necessary devices.
The Limitations of Charging an EV with a Portable Generator
While it may seem like a convenient solution, charging an EV with a portable generator has its limitations. It's crucial to understand these limitations and consider alternative charging options when necessary.
1. Limited Charging Speed
Portable generators generally provide a lower power output compared to dedicated EV charging stations. As a result, the charging speed of your EV will be significantly slower when using a generator.
2. Fuel Consumption and Efficiency
Using a portable generator to charge an EV can result in higher fuel consumption compared to charging from the electrical grid. Generators are not as efficient as grid-connected charging stations, and they consume fuel even when the EV is fully charged.
3. Noise and Emissions
Portable generators can be quite noisy, producing sound levels between 60 and 80 decibels. Additionally, some generators emit exhaust fumes, which can be harmful in enclosed or poorly ventilated spaces.
4. Lack of Level 3 (DC Fast Charging) Support
Most portable generators do not support Level 3 (DC Fast Charging), which is the fastest charging level for EVs. DC Fast Charging requires specialized equipment and a direct current power source, which portable generators cannot provide.
Alternative Options for Charging
Considering the limitations and potential drawbacks of charging an EV with a portable generator, it's essential to explore alternative options for charging your electric vehicle.
1. Public Charging Stations
Public charging stations are becoming more widely available, particularly in urban areas. These stations offer various charging levels, including Level 2 and Level 3 (DC Fast Charging). Charging at public stations provides faster charging speeds and eliminates the need for a portable generator.
2. Home Charging Stations
Installing a dedicated home charging station, also known as an Electric Vehicle Service Equipment (EVSE), is an excellent long-term solution for charging your EV. Home charging stations offer faster charging speeds and the convenience of charging your EV overnight. They can also be integrated with renewable energy sources, further reducing your carbon footprint.
3. Solar Power
If you're looking for a sustainable solution to power your EV, solar panels can be a viable option. With the installation of solar panels on your property, you can generate clean energy to charge your EV directly. Solar-powered charging eliminates the need for external power sources, including portable generators.
While it may be technically possible to charge an electric vehicle using a portable generator, there are significant limitations and potential risks involved. The limited charging speed, increased fuel consumption, noise, emissions, and lack of support for Level 3 charging make portable generators less than ideal for regular EV charging. It's crucial to carefully consider alternatives such as public charging stations, home charging stations, or solar power to ensure a more efficient, sustainable, and convenient charging experience for your EV..


THE Spit master plan is one step closer to being finalised following extensive public feedback.
Almost 1000 people attended pop-up information and feedback sessions across the Coast during the consultation period, and more than 1200 completed online surveys.
A further 1800 comments were left on the draft master plan, which was downloaded 1540 times, while the website was visited 7000 times.
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Community consultation has now closed, with the final stakeholder workshop marking the last step before the master plan is finalised.
Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk said the feedback would feed into the blueprint to help make the area a jewel for the entire state.
“We’re talking about a plan that will see almost 140 hectares of The Spit’s 201 hectares set aside for park activities,” the Premier said.
“This will rival the best parks in the world, including New York’s Central Park (340 hectares) and Hyde Park London (142 hectares).”
State Development Minister Cameron Dick said while the community supported the draft master plan, it also identified ways it could be improved.
“This includes grouping complementary experiences and activities throughout the village centre to maximise the tourist offerings along The Spit,” Mr Dick said.
“It was also suggested that the underwater dive attraction at Wave Break Island should include swimming and snorkelling.
“Other feedback said additional pedestrian crossings should be considered within the southern gateway precinct to provide more convenient and safe crossing opportunities.
“This sort of community commentary is incredibly valuable, and now our master planning team will take these suggestions to further refine and soon deliver The Spit master plan.”
Mr Dick said the government was determined to get the balance right between protecting environmental and community values and allowing appropriate commercial development on The Spit.
“We’ve said all along, this will be a plan created by the community, for the community,” he said.
“We’ll keep working to deliver what the city wants from The Spit, and we thank everyone who has been part of this master plan process.
“With thousands of great ideas gathered from the local community through pop-up sessions, community workshops and online, we’ve ensured the Gold Coast has been heard.
“This is a plan that will shape an exciting new future for one of the most loved parts of the Gold Coast.”
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The central event in this story is the experience of dissociation in early childhood in order to survive.
The child experience an abuse and divides herself in two. One part shuts down emotionally and the other part leaves the body for another, imaginary world.
The dissociation takes the little girl out on a little boat onto a big blue ocean. Here she is all by herself in tears with no one in sight to rescue her. As she cries, her tears turn into diamonds which pile up in the bottom of the boat, as a sparkling diamond mountain.
The journey into another world is a creative behavior of survival - and it points out the human abillity to transform pain into creation through an ever-present connection with light.


The notion that Hip Hop or rap is a genre exclusively reserved for the boys is a prevailing belief perpetuated both on social media and in real-life circles. For Denis Kanaka, a Rwandan DJ and rapper, this stereotype is far from accurate. In an effort to challenge this narrative, Kanaka hosted 'Women in Hip Hop' on Wednesday, October 20. ALSO READ: The Hip Hop Cypher: A fusion of culture, rap, and collective rhythm Reflecting on the motivation behind the event, Kanaka shared, I was looking to host something new, something different, and Sonia is a friend of mine. As you can see, she mostly employs women. I was brainstorming with her about ideas around women empowerment. Naturally, we decided to host a women in hip hop event. I took the initiative to familiarize myself with new songs, conducting thorough research and learning tracks previously unknown to me. Looking back, I am pleased with how the event unfolded, he said. Despite a delay in starting time, attributed to the mid-week scheduling, the majority of attendees were women looking to groove to hip hop tracks by female artists. Kanaka’s playlist for the night remained dedicated to women in hip hop. Attendees were also treated to performances by Nikita Heaven, Muja Rah and Angell Mutoni. DJ Denis Kanaka curated an environment conducive to freestyling, ensuring that rappers could rap in their natural voices. ALSO WATCH: Rappers shine at Rap City season 1 Considering the current landscape, Kanaka acknowledged: Support for women in hip hop is still low. In response, he designed the show to be accessible, aiming to showcase the talent present and encourage more women to pursue hip hop. Looking ahead, “there’s plans for future events, larger venues that combine elements of a party and networking. We’re creating spaces where artists can connect with producers and fellow musicians, fostering potential collaborations.” People in Rwanda don’t know we have women doing hip hop. He expressed surprise at the extensive collection of music by female rappers and highlighted the challenges they face, often conforming to certain stereotypes to gain recognition. Reflecting on the event, he shared: 'Had a good experience, and they say experience first and then everything else after, so next time be there.' To be candid, I've been primarily inclined towards listening to male rappers. However, every now and then, I come across a woman in the rap scene who truly impresses me. It makes you think if we spotlight more female talents, Rwanda might see the rise of ‘a female rap icon.’ During Angell Mutoni's performance of 'Step in Like' and 'Tera Shot,' I found myself standing among the crowd, singing along. Women in hip hop have a dedicated audience out there. It was, without a doubt, a fantastic show.


250 Duke evolution: KTM's latest offering takes a leap in India
Delhi : 250 Duke and the 390 Duke were both introduced by KTM India in the nation. The quarter-liter high-performance naked streetfighter is being offered in India for booking at a cost of Rs 4,499 and has been launched at a cost of 2.39 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi). A number of mechanical improvements in the third-generation KTM 250 Duke help it perform better.
The new KTM 250 Duke motorcycle offers various upgrades along the same lines as the new KTM 390 Duke and is available in two different color options: Electronic Orange and Ceramic White. Ride-by-wire and quick-shifter technology are now standard on the 250 Duke. The new KTM 250 Duke weighs less than its predecessor thanks to a new two-piece chassis, new wheels, and new brakes. The third-generation 250 Duke allegedly has the highest power-to-weight ratio ever thanks to these enhancements.
Speaking of the appearance, the 2019 KTM 250 Duke has also undergone some cosmetic changes. With its macho tank extensions and angular LED headlight, the high-performance motorcycle maintains its sporty and aggressive appearance. It comes with a five-inch, completely digital instrument cluster with smartphone connectivity, turn-by-turn directions, and a USB Type-C charging port.
The bike is propelled by a well-tuned 250 cc single-cylinder liquid-cooled engine that was allegedly enhanced using lessons learned from the 250 Duke's previous iteration. Improved air intake for the engine is made possible via a larger airbox. According to KTM, the engine has been totally overhauled, and the cylinder heads and transmission configuration have been adjusted.
The KTM 250 Duke's suspension consists of an upside-down front fork and an offset mono shock absorber at the back. The 250 Duke has disc brakes and ABS for braking purposes. It has innovations like cornering ABS, track mode, and launch control, among others.


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Open In AppSign In. Partition of Indian Subcontinent () One day, India may become 50 states, 15 union territories and districts. But be it or not, we . Shortly after the partition, some Pakistani soldiers disguised as By November , Junagadh and Manavadar, two states that had initially In May , it was renamed United state of Greater Rajasthan and finally. Before the Partition of India in , Princely States, also called Native States, existed in . The States of Hunza and Nagar and many feudal Jagirs ( Puniyal, Shigar, etc.) in the Gilgit Agency were tributary to the Maharaja of Jammu.
a united Indian state or Partition. the views of many rural Indians were. India is a federal union comprising 29 states and 7 union territories, for a total of 36 entities. Between and the territories of the princely states were politically integrated into the Indian Union. On 16 May , Sikkim became the 22nd state of the Indian Union and the state's monarchy was abolished. In The Partition of Bengal in , part of the Partition of India, divided the British Indian province . The agreement was published on 24 May . West Bengal lost its top place and lagged well behind other Indian states in industrial.
“Partition” – the division of British India into the two separate states of India and Pakistan on August , – was the But while it may have been intended to solve the minority issue, it ended up aggravating it instead. In August, , when, after three hundred years in India, the British finally was partitioned into two independent nation states: Hindu-majority India Some seventy-five thousand women were raped, and many of them were. Partition of India in - the areas in red show the regions of conflict at As many as one million civilians died in the accompanying riots and in India than were incorporated into the new state of Pakistan - a state created. *INDIA IN , SHOWING PRINCELY STATES AND OTHER POLITICAL A news bureau map from August , pre-Partition, attempts to represent the.

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Natalie Portman is as terrific as ever in a drama that never really ignites or fulfils its potential, but which I nonetheless quite enjoyed. It serves as an unintended but welcome companion-piece to First Man, offering a more contemporary, and female, perspective on how Space affects the human experience; I think its very interesting, and certainly most welcome, that new films are starting to revaluate the Space Race and humanity’s faltering steps into the Cosmos. Its a pity that there’s little particularly profound in these films, but we’re clearly getting there.
In First Man, the engineer/test pilot enigma that is Neil Armstrong, first man to walk on the moon, inevitably remained the enigma, even though the film offered some suggestions regards what made the man ‘tick’. The sense of the unknowable (in Armstrong) was mirrored by the unknowable in Space, the immensity of the cosmos: better to send a poet to the moon if we ever hope to come close to understand, engineers and test pilots can only be frustrated by their own limitations when trying to explain the unknowable. Where that film succeeded was in how it reinvigorated that adventure of space travel for new audiences, and indicated how terrifying it can be.
That sense of the profound, the intensity of the life-changing experience of seeing all the Earth from a distance, cannot be understated, and proves a centre-point of Lucy in the Sky, telling the true story (or an approximation of it) of Lisa Nowak, a Nasa astronaut who after a space shuttle mission flew off the deep end threatening to kidnap/harm a love rival in a tempestuous astronaut love triangle. Noah Hawley’s film Lucy in the Sky posits that Nowak was suffering from an existential crisis having been ‘changed’ by her experience in orbit: essentially leaving her unable to cope with the mundane back on Earth.
In this I think it succeeds, thanks largely to Portman’s great performance, as she shows herself grasping vainly at life on Earth when all she really wants is to go back up ‘there’ in order to experience again that exhilarating, incredible ‘high’. The film suggests that you can recruit the intellectual and physical Elite, train pilots and engineers for the mechanics and procedures of spaceflight, but cannot really prepare them for the experience and what it might do to them emotionally and spiritually. There is something fragile and broken within Lucy back on Earth, something disconnected from her husband and those around her, something wholly unfulfilling about ordinary life. Maybe this would have been enough for the film- its when it goes on with the crime story elements, telling a soap opera through the lens of the Nasa Elite, that the film falters somewhat. The irony of course is that even some of the most fantastic elements of the story actually turn out to be quite true, or very close to it: I suspect some viewers instantly dismiss some of the wildest stuff as Hollywood invention, not realising how close to the truth it is (much has been changed and Lucy’s story remains very loosely based on that of Lisa, but what surprise many is just what was changed and what wasn’t- I won’t expand upon it here for fear of spoilers, but anyone who watches the film would be encouraged to read up on the true story).
Ultimately Hawley struggles to balance the profundity with the inanity – the life-changing endeavour of humanity in Space with the mundane everyday strife of messy relationships. It may struggle and fail but I think its worthwhile all the same; at least it raises some interesting questions, even if, like First Man, it fails to arrive at any convincing answers.


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Fresh Thyme Farmers Market is set to open its fourth and fifth stores in the greater Indianapolis area on Aug. 6. In Fishers, one location will open at 11481 E, 116th St., and another at 3400 E. 146th St., on the Carmel/Westfield border
A ribbon-cutting ceremony will precede the 7 a.m. opening at both locations, during which Fresh Thyme will present charitable donations totaling $10,000 to local organizations. The first 250 shoppers will be presented with a reusable shopping bag containing products valued at $50.
“Having the privilege to join two more Indy communities is very exciting, and we look forward to providing our new neighbors high quality, healthy offerings at a great value,” said Fresh Thyme CEO Chris Sherrell in a July 9 press release.
In a 2014 press release, the company stated its intent to open 60 new stores throughout the Midwest by 2019 – accompanied by more than 5,000 new jobs. The two new north side stores contributed 180 positions to the total.
The company strategically focuses on offering local, value-priced, healthy, natural and organic foods. “We’ve taken the experience of an outdoor farmers market and combined it with the convenience of a full-service grocery store. Shoppers will enjoy value priced natural and organic items throughout our store, making healthy food more attainable to the masses,” Sherrell said.
For several months, the Carmel/Westfield store has teased prospective shoppers on its Facebook page. Followers were provided periodic sneak peeks of large assortments of hand-prepared sausage varieties, daily fresh-squeezed juices, and a bulk shopping section boasting 300 choices including dry goods, coffees and liquids like olive oil and honey.
The stores will also feature in-house bakeries, gluten-free aisles containing more than 1,600 selections, a produce department with locally-grown goods, and a Vitamins & Body Care department with more than 8,000 products.

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text: Hello, adventurers! I’m sorry I haven’t been blogging much lately. Filling out Christmas cards and wrapping presents consumed my usual composition time over the weekend. I wanted to take a moment to tell you about a fun product-testing website I encountered called Influenster. I recently received a complimentary “Tasty VoxBox” that included Frank’s Original RedHot Sauce.… Read More Tasty Tuesday: Free Tasty VoxBox from Influenster!

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LOS ANGELES - Democrat John Kerry outlined his plan to combat terrorism Friday that relies on stronger intelligence-gathering, law enforcement and international alliances, while rebutting increasing criticism of his national security credentials from President Bush's campaign.
"I am convinced that we can prove to the American people that we know how to make them safer and more secure with a stronger, more comprehensive, more effective strategy for winning the war on terror than the Bush administration has ever envisioned," Mr. Kerry said in a speech at the University of California at Los Angeles.
Mr. Kerry said Mr. Bush has "no comprehensive strategy for victory in the war on terror."
Mr. Kerry also accused the president and "his armchair hawks" of weakening the U.S. military by failing to provide proper equipment. He lambasted Mr. Bush for "stonewalling" the commission investigating the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks.
The Bush campaign has criticized Mr. Kerry in recent days for voting against some increases in defense spending and military weapons programs during his 19-year congressional career. Bush spokesman Steve Schmidt said Mr. Kerry made "a political speech filled with defeatist rhetoric and factual inaccuracies."
"John Kerry ignored the real progress being made on all fronts of the war on terror, and he ignored his own long voting record that would undermine America's ability to fight the war on terror," Mr. Schmidt said.
Mr. Kerry said he would protect chemical and nuclear facilities, increase security at ports and airports, restore federal funding for 100,000 police officers and add 100,000 firefighters.
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text: Preimplantation genetic diagnosis (PGD) is now being routinely used in many centers to prevent the birth of an affected child from couples with incurable genetic diseases resulting from single gene defects, chromosomal translocations, or aneuploidy. These couples are required to undergo in vitro fertilization (IVF) treatment. In routine IVF-PGD procedures, embryos are biopsied on day 3 post-insemination, genetic diagnosis is performed, and, if unaffected, biopsied embryos are transferred back into the patient on day 4 or 5. However, in some circumstances, freezing the embryos and analyzing them later to complete the PGD procedure cannot be avoided if the patient develops ovarian hyper stimulation syndrome (OHSS) or the PGD tests fail due to technical difficulties. In addition, some patients do not respond adequately to ovarian stimulation and produce only a few embryos in each cycle, requiring serial verification to obtain sufficient number of embryos for genetic analysis. Embryo freezing has been routinely used in IVF laboratories for decades and excellent post-thaw survival rates have been achieved. Safe use of embryos stored frozen for as long as 9 years to initiate a healthy pregnancy has been reported.

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Written by a distinguished group of internationally renowned scholars, this volume provides a comprehensive and contemporary overview of the major issues dominating British politics. The book not only maps the current political agenda, but actively contributes to the debates surrounding British politics in the international community at the beginning of the twenty-first century.
British Politics Today examines key developments in British politics such as the shift in focus by parties away from their traditional voting base towards 'consumers' at large, and the rise in identity voting following devolution. The book is characterized by a broad and inclusive conception of British politics, resolutely refusing to reduce political analysis to a narrowly conceived sphere of government, and it explores contemporary British political developments in the broader context of European, international and global dynamics. Some of the major issues discussed include the Belfast agreement, Britain's future in Europe, the political economy of contemporary Britain, the representation of women within the British polity, the politics of welfare reform, and the ethics of foreign policy.
This collection provides a valuable teaching resource for courses on British politics, as well as a crucial focus for debate by academics and researchers in this dynamic field. It will be essential reading for all those interested in the political science, political economy and political sociology of contemporary Britain.
Colin Hay is Professor of Political Analysis at the University of Birmingham.
List of Contributors. 1. British Politics Today: Towards a New Political Science of British Politics? (Colin Hay). 2. Pluralism and the Study of British Politics : It is Always the Happy Hour for Men with Money, Knowledge and Power. (David Marsh). 3. Gender and Contemporary British Politics. (Pippa Norris). 4. The Paradoxes of British Political Parties. (Dennis Kavanagh). 5. Electoral Competition in Contemporary Britain. (David Sanders). 6. The New Public Administration of the British State. (R. A. W. Rhode). 7. Towards a New Welfare Settlement? (Ruth Lister). 8. The New Political Economy of Postwar Britain. (David Coates). 9. Britain's European Future? (Ben Rosamond). 10. Ethics, Labour and Foreign Policy. (Stuart Croft). 11. Towards a New Constitutional Settlement? (James Mitchell). 12. The Belfast Agreement: The Making, Management and Mismanagement of a Consociation? (Brendan O'Leary). Index.

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Balzer Balzer presents the Bubble-Light, an evocative lighting masterpiece that captures glass in a seemingly rebellious act, as it gracefully billows out of its stainless steel confine. This dance generates a palpable tension, holding viewers in rapt attention.
Drawing inspiration from industrial bunker lights, the steel cage once played the functional role of a guardian, shielding the fragile glass within. Yet, as these lights transitioned from stark industrial environments to the warmth of homes, the cage’s protective essence faded, becoming more of an aesthetic statement.
Recognizing this evolution, Balzer Balzer masterfully employs this once-functional cage in their artistic process, making it central to the metamorphosis of the glass. The result is a showcase of the material’s journey, as it transforms before our eyes.
Handcrafted with dedication in Berlin and available in a spectrum of colors and degrees of translucence, each Bubble-Light boasts its own unique identity, individually numbered and signed as a testament to its singular charm.
Material: Hand Blown Glass, Stainless Steel, Various Materials
Dimensions: approx. 22 x 13 x 30cm
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Tweetbot for iOS update on its way to your iPhone soon
Tweetbot maker Tapbots has just posted an entry to their blog stating that an updated version for iOS 7 has been submitted to the App Store and should be available in the coming weeks. According to Tapbots, they think we'll be just as excited as they are about the update:
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Navy plans for tactical data link support IDIQ
- By Matthew Weigelt
- Apr 14, 2014
The Navy’s Space and Naval Warfare Systems Center anticipates a five-year indefinite-delivery, indefinite-quantity contract for tactical data link (TDL) systems support.
The contract support work would apply to programs, such as airborne tactical data systems, ballistic missile defense, common data link management system, and the joint tactical radio system. The contract would include a range of current programs and future programs as they are developed.
The IDIQ would provide the Navy with an array of work, such as system and software engineering, configuration management, reengineering assessments of tactical data system software applications, and human factors engineering for system level software design.
The Space and Naval Warfare Systems Center released a presolicitation and draft performance work statement April 11. Responses are due no later than Aug. 4.
Matthew Weigelt is a freelance journalist who writes about acquisition and procurement.


The First Minister of Wales, Mark Drakeford AM, was this morning due to (7:30am) visit Tata Steel’s Port Talbot site following the completion of a major project to extend the operational life of one of its two blast furnaces.
Tata Steel Europe has completed work on extending the operational life of its two Port Talbot blast furnaces.
The multi-millon pound project concluded with an on-site visit by the First Minister of Wales, Mark Drakeford AM.
According to Tata Steel Europe, the ‘life extension’ of blast furnace number five was a critical part of the steelmaker’s long-term strategy to strengthen its operations in the UK, ‘underpinning improvements throughout its UK supply chain’.
The giant furnace was drained in the autumn in order to carry out vital engineering work, extending its life by five to seven years. Following the relighting of the furnace, the first iron has now been produced and turned into a finished steel product before being delivered to a manufacturing business in the UK.
Mark Drakeford AM was joined on site by Hans Fischer, chief executive of Tata Steel’s European operations, who said: “We are delighted to welcome the First Minister to Port Talbot to see the biggest single investment we have made here for more than five years. This project demonstrates our commitment to building a stronger and more sustainable steelmaking business in the UK, now and in the future.”
Once the heart of the furnace, which is normally more than 1,200 deg C, cooled last year, skilled engineers replaced part of the heat resistant interior and vital structural parts. The waste gas and dust extraction system was also replaced. The final part of the process involved the hot blast main being opened, injecting air at 1,100deg C and bringing the furnace ‘roaring back to life’.
Confirmation of this project came at the same time as the announcement in June 2018 of definitive agreements being signed by thyssenkrupp and Tata Steel to form a joint venture of their European steel businesses.


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Manga is the Japanese equivalent of comics with a unique style and following. On reading lists On wish lists On completed lists On 22 unfinished lists On custom lists. Perhaps this won’t be the most original story you’ll read, but the way the mangaka deals with it is an interesting one. One of my favorite characters in yaoi are in this manga. The outcome was the best part, actually, so expect a wonderful ending. The end of this manga gets pretty melodramatic, and the sex scene in the last chapter seems unnecessary or, at the very least, unoriginal and unfitting for the couple , but aside from those two small complaints, it’s a pretty solid story overall. But it’s that good, or I might say, the seme character is very interesting.
I feel like it’s a bit disconnected and shallow, I can’t follow the reason why Sawaragi fell in love with Shuya exactly, or what made Shuya realize what he wanted. I’m okay if it’s just a change in appearance with no changes to the story. Fate seems to have other ideas though, having the yakuza and Shuuya repeatedly cross paths with him. It’s not awful, though. Somehow, I found that I loved this one a lot more than Takaga Koi daro. One of the things I’ve appreciated is that the protagonists act in a reasonable way. Having been sentenced to 5 years in prison for dealing drugs, yakuza Kyousuke Sawaragi just wants to finish his sentence and start a nice normal life far away from his past.
I even had to create a new list to put this in. We have a very sexually unhinibited uke and a former yakuza. My insides just exploded.
At the start they didn’t like each other and they’re very different characters – neither of them really looking for love, so I think that if the manga were longer and we’d be given more time with the characters, have them slowly change it would be rsukashi to understand why exactly they now fell in love with one another.
I feel like many people would agree with me. The end of this manga gets pretty melodramatic, and the sex scene in the last chapter seems unnecessary or, at the very least, unoriginal and unfitting for the couplebut aside from those two small complaints, it’s a pretty solid story overall. No topics currently in the forum, view the forum or add a new topic now.
I feel like it’s a bit disconnected and shallow, I can’t follow the reason why Sawaragi fell in love with Shuya exactly, or what made Shuya realize what he wanted. The only thing I’d have to say is that I think a story like that isn’t made for only 1 volume.
I felt that there was a lot missing concerning their tsu,ashi and how they changed. Last updated on August 21st,8: The outcome was tsujashi best part, actually, so expect a wonderful ending. On the contrary the pace of this manga is perfect: Definitely recommended for those looking for a more complex portrayal of guy-guy relationships, or, hell, just anyone looking for a love story that’s actually – dare I say it?
Last updated on June 30th,9: These two people who have fallen madly in love with each other are FINALLY getting the chance to show their love for each other physically and that is undneeded!?!!
Perhaps this won’t be the most original story you’ll read, but the way the mangaka deals with it is an interesting one. I loved that the process was slow and the end result tsikashi off. And I think it’s only in comparison to the prequel that it’s kind of disappointing. Log in to vote! Somehow, I found that I loved this one a lot more than Takaga Koi daro.
It’s a fair cut above average manga only because two tdukashi talented people worked on it. How do you feel about a “classic” anime being remade with today’s animation standards?
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tsukashhi Show all some hidden. I think this is the first time I’m reviewing a yaoi manga I fully enjoyed. Shuuya is very smexy! So I keep reading and even dying to read more! And I’m twukashi cranky that there have been other manga by Yamada that had barely a chapter for a couple I loved, and yet this couple gets a whole freaking book. One of my favorite characters in yaoi are in this manga.
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Both characters were likable even though the “given up on life so now he gives away his body” type of boy usually is hard to bring across well – I really liked Shuya here.
The character interactions I found to be far more profound than those in most yaoi manga, and the reflections on life and human suffering proposed by the author actually have context in reality, unlike most pseudo-philosophical yaoi drivel. I’d love to see a story about Makoto and Ai since they’re already hinted to turn out gay in the future Ddrama, aside from that, it’s still a good manga and worth the read!
And, perhaps most importantly, I tsukqshi genuine emotions while reading this.
The characters are cs and actually sympathetic, and they stay true to their multi-faceted personalities throughout the story all the while developing in a steady, believable way. If you’ve ever had a pet or if you’ve ever been in a situation where you had to rely on the good will of others, you’ll know what I mean.
Very talented people worked on this and it shows because it was a very realistic story about people who have been hurt. But yeah, not loving it. Also still love Izumi and his lover as well as the kids This could easily have been a very stereotyped yaoi, but the mangaka made some clever choices, creating a realistic and likeable story.
Takaga Koi daro was good, but I really erama hearing Kyousuke Sawaragi story in and out of jail. This was such a sexy and enjoyable manga.
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It was really well done and their lovemaking at the end was worth it. But nothing in it was noteworthy or creative, and I didn’t get much emotion from it at all, despite attempts to do so on the parts of the author and artist.
Login to add items to your list, keep track of your progress, and rate series! Sawaragi is cool, he always has things under control, and even if he seems cold, he’s a caring, gentle person.


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A new NHL team has been announced and it will now be Seattle who will be providing the team. Sports Illustrated states that there are fourteen different Seattle team names they are picking from in order to represent their city in the NHL: the Kraken, Firebirds, Renegades, Whales, Eagles, Cougars, Sea Lions, Evergreens, Seals, Emeralds, Rainiers, Totems, Sockeyes, and Seawolves.
It was confirmed by the NHL on Dec 4/18 after the Board of Governors (BOG) voted unanimously in favour of the decision in Sea Island Georgia, BC.
The team will have their first NHL preseason game in the 2021-2022 season. The reason for the long wait is due to the time it will take to renovate the Key Arena, home of to the Seattle Thunderbirds and many more teams. It is to have a capacity of more than 18,000.
One of the main reasons there’s a 32nd NHL team (Seattle), an expansion of the roster will greatly benefit the NHL’s value. The Vegas Golden Knights, a team that was recently added to the roster, has had great success. They came close to winning the Stanley Cup Finals last year, having only lost to the Washington Capitals 4-1. The reason it doesn’t help the NHL is presumably due to an odd number of teams. So with a 32nd NHL team, it’s possible that 16-18 teams might make the playoffs, possibly increasing the spectator count to bring in more monetary value to the league.
So which team would you now be rooting for: the Vancouver Canucks or the new to-be-founded Seattle team? Whichever one you pick, it could be one of the greatest rivalries of the modern era, maybe even better


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Guide price £475,000 - £500,000.
Tucked away off Forest Hill Road, sandwiched between several green spaces (which include Peckham Rye and a golf club) is a small number of roads well known for their stunning period properties and grandeur. Marmora Road is arguably one of the most popular roads in this catchment. Wide and tree lined, the road is full of imposing, ornate, period buildings which we believe buyers will find eye catching.
This property is a first-floor flat offering approximately 814 st ft of living space much of which is occupied by the substantial and striking lounge. The lounge has two southerly facing sash windows, a stunning cast iron feature fireplace with a marble surround as well cornicing, a ceiling rose and space for a table and chairs.
The kitchen has a breakfast bar and the bedrooms are both doubles although the second is a smaller double than the main bedroom.
The hallway is split level adding to the feeling of space, the shared garden is well presented and cared for by the residents and a nice space to have access too.
Located approximately 0.7 miles to Honor Oak station, the property is well positioned for local transport.
Travels times from Honor Oak to central London stations include:
London Bridge in approximately 15 minutes
London Victoria in approximately 35 minutes
Canary Wharf in approximately 24 minutes
As the property is located on the borders of three towns (Dulwich, Honor Oak and Peckham) you have your pick of boutique shops, great independent cafes, gastro pubs and restaurants. All three towns are well established and highly regarded for great social atmosphere.
Some of our favourite local eateries and drinks establishments can be found in all three towns and include Mama Dough (a sour dough pizza restaurant) and the award-winning Babur Indian restaurant, The Peckham Bazaar (Eastern Mediterranean charcoal grill), Mr Bao (a great Taiwanese restaurant highly rated by Time Out magazine), The East Dulwich Tavern and many more. You’ll be hard pushed to become bored of the ever growing selection.
As far as conveniences go, at the end of Marmora Road (along Forest Hill Road) you’ll find a selection of shops to service your everyday needs but should you need larger facilities, Dulwich offers a large Sainsburys, and Peckham offers a few retail parks where you will find the likes of B&Q, Argos, Toy’s R Us to name a few.
Peckham Rye Park which has a café, bowling green, outdoor gym, skate park, a community wildlife garden is a popular place all year round for activities. Whereas One Tree Hill offers some of the most breath-taking views across London and the city skyline, its a great place to chill out and take in the scenery.
Blythe Hill Fields which is approximately one mile away and is known by the locals for its recreational facilities and regular events such as its yearly festival for the local community.
You may look up details about Blythe Hill Fields on their website:
The Horniman gardens and museum is another well-known local point of interest also found approximately 0.9 miles away. With regular events such as a farmers market and live music, we believe this will be of interest to many buyers.
You can read more about the Horniman museum and gardens via the below link:
Surrounding the property there are some well renowned local schools which include:
Fairlawn Primary school rated Outstanding by Ofsted and in the top 10% of Ofsted rated schools
Stillness Infant school also rated Outstanding by Ofsted
Horniman Primary school rated Good by Ofsted and also in the top 10% of Ofsted rated schools
Dalmain Primary school rated Good by Ofsted and also in the top 10% of Ofsted rated schools
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1 Art & Apps
Is there a connection between the rise of street art and hard times? Some would say yes, including the writer of a piece at Huffington Post featuring contemporary graffiti in Greece, which few would argue is not experiencing hard times. Take a look at the work of photographer Milos Bicanski to capture the street art in Athens, and see if you don’t think there’s a connection.
So, I’ve heard said that sometimes the work of Georgia O’Keeffe is not what it seems to be. That sometimes, just maybe, the delicate flowers in her paintings could as well be something else. I have not, however, heard said that her paintings bear any resemblance to the Empire State Building. If you happen to be in New York City on May 1, be sure not to miss the light show in celebration of The Whitney Museum of American Art’s new location opening. The one-night-only light show is based on a dozen works from the Whitney’s collection (including art by O’Keeffe, Andy Warhol and Edward Hopper). And if you don’t happen to be in in the city that night, you can follow along on the Whitney’s website. (h/t Flavorpill)
2 News & Opinion
You may know that I keep a sort of informal count of articles announcing the death of poetry. And while they often take on a sort of Donne-ian “never send to know for whom the bell tolls; it tolls for Poetry” air, English professor Charles Harper Webb seems more drawn to the lesser known opening line of Donne’s famed passage, “Perchance he for whom this bell tolls may be so ill as that he knows not it tolls for him.” Which is to say that poetry is not dead, but is most clearly gravely ill. Or, as the article title suggests, ailing. In A Cure for What Ails Poetry, Webb argues that poetry’s ailment is lack of audience. “It’s no secret that the main audience for poetry is other poets, ” he says. And Webb’s cure for poets who wish to nurse the ailing poetry back to life is to write with the expectation of being more widely read:
The cure I tout, poets, is this: write as if a large audience of general readers is already yours. Write not for each other or the cognoscenti but as if general readers actively seek good poems. This does not mean dumbing your poetry down; it means smartening it up so that readers who love excellent prose—whether by literary masters such as Joyce Carol Oates and Tobias Wolff, or by genre masters such as James Lee Burke and Stephen King—will love your poems.
I might take exception with his argument that “By writing for a general audience, poets will write better poetry. They will write about things that excite and/or move them, in ways that will excite and/or move readers, too.” Audience matters, indeed. But to suggest that poets routinely fail to write about things that “excite and/or move them” as though they intentionally choose subjects that don’t even interest them as poets in order to perpetuate audience contraction seems a bit dour even for a poet. But I can’t take exception to his call for poetry to “tell good stories, as poetry used to do.” Nor can I quibble with his appeal to poets to “use humor, as Shakespeare did, ” at least not in a paragraph where he invoked the phrase “serious fun.” (Publishers Weekly)
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Over the past several months, I’ve made a conscious effort to read books by men. I feel mildly apologetic about that in a time when initiatives like the VIDA Count are necessary to work to set to right the stark imbalances in work published by men vs. women (if it’s not obvious, let me say it: it looks a lot like the playground seesaw when the fourth grader sits on one end and the kindergartner is on the other). But for some reason, the seesaw on my reading playground had tipped the other way, and so I’m reading guys like Cormac McCarthy and Richard Ford and David Sedaris, poets like Tony Hoagland and Jeffrey Skinner and Major Jackson for a little while.
Diversity in the publishing industry is not just a current topic, but a deeply significant one. Sunili Govinnage just wrote at the Washington Post about the challenge of reading only minority authors for a year. Of course, it wasn’t reading minority authors that was so difficult; rather, the difficulty was discovering their work, given the disparities in actual publication as well as reviews in major publications, etc.
In his essay, Self-Portrait of the Artist as Ungrateful Black Writer, “ Saeed Jones wrote of the difficulty of being one of the “diverse voices”:
The same evening as that party in Miami, a poet who is also black and gay told me that he’d been so nervous about our books coming out within a month of each other. I couldn’t pretend not to understand his anxiety. When literary gatekeepers and publishers continue to overlook the vast diversity of writers, the special few who make it into elite spaces are constantly compared to one another in both flattering and troubling ways. It’s an anxiety that straight white men will never know. Could you imagine telling Jonathan Franzen that he can’t release his novel because Michael Chabon has one coming out next month?
In truly happy news, BuzzFeed is launching an “Emerging Writer’s Fellowship.” Headed by Jones, along with the upcoming development of a literary magazine at BuzzFeed, the fellowship seems to hold real promise for the efforts to increase diversity in the publishing industry.
4 Poetry at Work
While Charles Harper Webb believes that the key to un-ringing the death knell for poetry is writing accessible poems, I’m not sure what he would think of the Miami Herald’s suggestion that poetry’s salvation can be found on Instagram. The Herald is highlighting the work of R. M. Drake, who posts his manually-typed poems on Instagram. And his work has reached beyond the square digital walls of the snapshot repository, as he’s found a way to paint poetry in the public square (in apparent agreement with our Five Vital Approaches to Poetry for Life), painting selected poems on sidewalks in Wynwood, FL.
When it’s time to get started on a creative task, are you the one that also decides it’s time to vacuum the carpets? Instead of sitting down to your desk and writing, do you clean the silverware drawer? Or maybe you are not quite so ambitious in your distractions, and just about the time you are going to write you go to the kitchen for a snack. The snack might actually be the thing that gets your creative mind working, as long as it’s the right kind of snack. A psychologist and nutritional neuroscience researcher, Delia McCabe explores the the fields of nutrition and the brain, studying “how specific foods can improve your mood, concentration, memory and learning ability, as well as reduce stress.” Before you grab your next creative meal, check out this interview with McCabe at Food Matters.
Ekphrastic sounds like elastic, and when I hear the word elastic I often remember the day in my college racquetball class when the elastic on my sweatpants gave way. While all that revealed was a pair of gym shorts underneath, there’s still a fair share of humility (and humor) that comes when one’s pants unexpectedly drop to one’s ankles. That, of course, has nothing to do with ekphrastic poetry, but for the longest time I wouldn’t have known the difference because I had no idea what an ekphrastic poem was, but was too proud to look the word up.
Now that I know what it means, and have my pants secured around my waist, I am happy to report that Rattle Poetry is offering a monthly Ekphrastic Challenge, which involves neither elastic nor racquets, but presents an opportunity for both poets and photographers or visual artists. Submissions are currently open for this month’s artwork until May 1.
It is possible that if poetry is dying, or even just ailing, it is not for lack of audience but for lack of good poetry jokes. McSweeney’s proves the point in their list of Terrible Poetry Jokes, which includes such gems as “Rimbaud, Bukowski, and Dylan Thomas walk into a bar. They are promptly thrown out.” Enjoy, while poetry takes its last gasps. (Language may be offensive to some.)
One of the things I most appreciate about my Every Day Poems subscription is the variety of poems that are offered. One day I might receive a poem that makes me laugh. Another day, it might be a poignant or haunting piece. The poem might be a contemporary poet, or, like the other day, a sonnet from William Shakespeare. I’ve not read much D.H. Lawrence, so this selection, Green, was a lovely surprise in my inbox:
The dawn was apple-green,
The sky was green wine held up in the sun,
The moon was a golden petal between.She opened her eyes, and green
They shone, clear like flowers undone
For the first time, now for the first time seen.
— D.H. Lawrence, from Selected Poetry
Only in a world where poetry was not really dead, could a world leader be introduced as a former teen poet. At a National Poetry Month observance at the White House earlier this month, National Student Poet Madeleine LeCesne said, “Poetry only asks one thing of us: to be here. So here I am.” She went on to introduce the president (who, on the advice of the first lady, declined to recite any of his own poems) as “former teen poet and President of the United States, Barack Obama.” For his part, the president said that “President is a cool title, but former teen poet, that is pretty cool as well.”
9 Books and Teaching
Tracy K. Smith might be best known for her collection of poems, Life on Mars. One of the poems in the collection is “My God, It’s Full of Star, ” from which this excerpt comes:
The books have lived here all along, belonging
For weeks at a time to one or another in the brief sequence
Of family names, speaking (at night mostly) to a face,
A pair of eyes. The most remarkable lies.
In “Ordinary Light, ” Smith writes as a daughter who has lost her mother and is thinking of her own daughter as she submits to the “powerful nostalgia for the very years I was in the process of living, when the world of my family was the only heaven I needed to believe in.” Every line of her prose is well behaved. But ambition had been there all along: “I wanted to write the kind of poetry that people read and remembered, that they lived by — the kinds of lines that I carried with me from moment to moment on a given day without even having chosen to.”
10 Sound ‘n Motion
The other night while I was working, my 18-year-old son burst into my office dressed in a black shirt and knickers. He pulled a LARPing sword from a belt around his waist, brandished it in the air and began in full British accent to recite Hamlet’s soliloquy. We don’t usually suit up and recite Shakespeare around my house, but apparently it was an English class assignment. And it was almost as touching as this clip of Brian Cox teaching the famous speech to a two-year-old. (H/T Open Culture)
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California Commissioner Wants Rate Transparency Rules for Wildfire Risk
California Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara has proposed new rules to give homeowners and businesses open access to their properties’ wildfire risk scores.
The new rules would require insurance companies to provide a consumer with their property’s wildfire risk score, which must recognize a consumer’s mitigation actions that could improve their rating, such as creating defensible space and fire-hardening, and allow time for the consumer to reduce their score.
The new regulations will incentivize mitigation and help consumers make better-informed decisions when they buy, sell, or build a home, according to Lara.
In community meetings and town halls that Lara held across California in person and virtually, he heard from consumers who said they took action to protect their homes but still saw their insurance dropped or their premiums increased based on wildfire risk scores.
“I have consistently heard from consumers that many insurance companies keep them in the dark about their property’s risk profile, leading people to spend thousands of dollars cutting down trees or hardening their homes without truly knowing how it will affect their insurance,” Lara said in a statement. “Giving consumers their wildfire risk scores and the ability to lower them will incentivize the home-hardening and community mitigation efforts already underway to better prepare us for future wildfires.”
Lara’s action builds on his Feb. 8 announcement of a wildfire resilience partnership with Gov. Gavin Newsom’s Administration to establish fire-hardening measures for insurance companies. The partnership and this proposed regulation will lead to more incentives for homeowners and communities to bring down wildfire risk.
In addition to the wildfire risk score regulations, Lara announced rules to strengthen his ability to protect consumers through review of insurance company rate filings. These proposed regulation changes make clear that insurers are required to submit the complete information they use to determine which properties to underwrite or renew. Additionally, these changes will provide insurance companies with more upfront certainty regarding what materials and information that Lara requires in filed rate applications with the California Department of Insurance, eliminating delays caused by incomplete initial rate filings from insurance companies, he said.
Lara plans to hold public prenotice workshops on March 30 on the wildfire risk score regulations, and on April 6 on the complete rate filing regulations. Following input from the public, he will begin a formal regulatory process leading to adoption of new rules.


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What Does Jordan Spieth Have to Do with School?Simple: Mirror Neurons!
If you’re not a golf nut like me, you probably don’t even know who Jordan Spieth is. He’s currently the #1 professional golfer in the world…at a mere smear 22 years of age. So, let’s just say he’s a superior athlete. Full disclosure to all you educators, he left University of Texas after one year, to turn pro at 19. His PGA buds love to call him Drop Out.
That said, he’s one of the hardest working athletes on the planet. Carol Dweck would love him for his attitude and work ethic. Jordan is an “I can” man…and he knows that to be that man he has to work hard. He is one who certainly embodies Malcolm Gladwell’s 10,000 hour theory.
However, according to his coach, Cameron McCormick, not only does Jordan work hard, he works well…including watching and imagining with a purpose. In an article in last week’s Golf Digest, McCormick explains this practice through the lens of the recent research on mirror neurons by Dr. Vilayanur Ramachandran, director of the Center for Brain and Cognition at the University of California. The good doctor sums up his findings in several TED Talks.
To put his theory simply, mirror neurons, about 20% of the 100 billion neurons in the brain, enable you to copy someone else. This mind brain copying might explain why baseball batters have a better chance of getting a hit if they've just watched, from the on-deck circle, their teammate get a hit. In another more complex example, it could explain why amputees who suffer from phantom-limb syndrome--a sensation of pain in a foot they no longer have--experience relief when watching someone else massage a foot. On a physical level, it suggests our minds are constantly communicating and learning from each other's minds and actions.
McCormick goes on to make the connection with golf, and particularly with his protege, Spieth. So what does this have to do with golf? For one thing, it explains why most of us tend to play better when paired with better golfers, or worse when we play with people who don't take the game as seriously. Jordan noticed this as a teenager. We talked about it, and from then on he made a concerted effort to pay keen attention to players who do things well, and to ignore those who didn’t.
Is it any wonder, then, why modeling for children is so critical…if 20% of each child’s brain is dedicated to copying, then it goes without saying why examples of excellent student work cause more excellent work to be made (Ron Berger)…why many drafts, perseverance, and hard work cause more of the same (Carol Dweck)…why being kind creates more kindness (Jesus)…why empathic behavior begets more empathy (Buddha)…etc. Keep this in mind as you work to create a culture in your classroom, in your school, in your community. Call attention to students who work hard, to examples of work well done, to examples of exemplary behavior. Your goal is to develop students who watch and imagine with a purpose.


Regina Ip, Hong Kong’s former security secretary, plans to run for the city’s top leadership position after front runner Henry Tang became embroiled in a scandal over an illegal basement.
Ip, the first woman to run the city’s security bureau, declared her candidacy for next month’s election at a press briefing this evening.
“As Mr. Tang continues to run for election despite his low popularity because of his integrity problem, I have decided to take part in the race as I want to offer another choice to Hong Kong people,” she said.
Ip left the Hong Kong government in 2003 after 500,000 people took to the streets in protest at her attempt to introduce an anti-subversion law in the former British colony. Tang, formerly Hong Kong’s No. 2 official, is facing calls to quit the contest after newspapers reported the illegal construction of a basement at a property owned by his wife.
Ip would also be competing against Leung Chun-ying, a former government adviser, and Albert Ho, a lawmaker with the Democratic Party. Tang shouldn’t lead the city, Ip said Feb. 17, a day after he apologized for the illegal property addition.
Hong Kong, which won’t have universal suffrage until 2017, will have its top official picked by a 1,200-strong election committee made up of the city’s richest men, professionals and representatives from China. All candidates need to get at least 150 nomination votes by the end of February to stand for election on March 25.
Ip was elected to the Legislative Council, Hong Kong’s lawmaking institution, in 2008. She later founded the New People’s Party.


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Washington, D.C. – Today, as we celebrate the start of Black History Month, U.S. Senator Bob Casey (D-PA) announced that he will honor Former Philadelphia Councilwoman Marian Tasco for her dedication to public service and work to inspire future generations of leaders.
“Councilwoman Tasco was and remains a dedicated public servant and her contributions to her community, the City of Philadelphia and the Commonwealth should be celebrated,” said Senator Casey. “Councilwoman Tasco’s decades of service have been marked by tireless efforts to improve the lives of her constituents and all those around her. I am honored to have the Councilwoman join me in Washington later this month as we celebrate and discuss not only her legacy, but the important contributions of African-Americans from around the country.”
More on Former Councilwoman Tasco:
The Honorable Marian B. Tasco served on the Philadelphia City Council for over two decades. Following her seventh term as representative for the Ninth District, the Councilwoman decided to not seek reelection. A pioneer, she served as the first African-American elected Philadelphia City Commissioner from (1983-1987). She also served as both City Council Majority Leader and Majority Whip. Prior to her time in elected public office, she worked with a number notable Pennsylvanians, including Congressman William H. Gray, III and Secretary of State for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, C. Delores Tucker. She remains an active member of the Philadelphia community.
More on Senator Casey’s Annual Black History Month Symposium:
Each February, U.S. Senator Bob Casey commemorates Black History Month by honoring a Pennsylvanian who has offered significant contributions to the African-American community. The celebrations, typically in Washington, D.C., culminate in a floor speech, symposium and reception with leaders and activists from across the Pennsylvania and national political communities. Previous honorees include: Congressman William H. Gray, III, Mayor Dr. Wilson Goode, Sr., C. Delores Tucker and Robert W. Bogle.
More details on the event to be released later this month.


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CONWAY, Ark. (UCA) -- The University of Central Arkansas Bears celebrated their first home game of the season by placing seven players in double figures and rolling to a 108-65 victory over old rival Hendrix College before a crowd of 1,921 at the Farris Center.
UCA (1-1) shot 55.1 percent from the field and made 12 three-pointers in topping the 100-point mark for the first time since a 107-96 double overtime win over Eastern Illinois early last season. Junior guard LaQuentin Miles topped the Bears with 17 points and 6 rebounds, shooting 8 of 13 from the field and handing out another 6 assists.
Senior Robert Crawford and junior Ryan Williams had 14 points each, while newcomer DeShone McClure was 4 of 5 from three-point range and finished with 12 points, along with senior Jarvis Garner. Ten different UCA players had assists and eight had at least one steal. UCA forced 23 turnovers and lost just nine, only three of those in the second half.
"It was a big win for our home opener,' said third-year head coach Corliss Williamson. "I thought our guys were a little tentative early But we had a young group we put in midway through the first half and I thought they really picked the intensity up. Then we came out in the second half and were really aggressive with our defense.
"Everyone shot the ball well. We look at the Arizona State game and the jump shots weren't falling. Of course you get back home where you've been working out all year long, and you get your fans behind you, that basket seems to get a little bit bigger. We were very pleased with our shooting effort tonight and hopefully that's something we can build on and continue to get better at.'
The Bears opened up a 20-4 lead in the first five minutes of the game. That lead reached 24 points twice in the half before UCA settled for a 52-30 lead at the break. Garner and McClure each had 12 points in the first 20 minutes as UCA played 11 players. The Bears were shooting 55.3 percent at the half and had already made 7 threes, three more than they made in the entire Arizona State game.
A barrage of dunks and three-pointers quickly pushed the UCA lead to as much as 40 points just six minutes into the second half. The Bears reached the 100-point mark on Daouda Berete's layup with 5:03 left to play. Berete finished with 11 points, going 5 for 5 from the field including a three-pointer. Junior forward Jordan Harks was the other UCA player in double figures with 10 points.
Senior guard Jaren Riley topped the Warriors with 18 points.
UCA gets a break before hosting Arkansas State at 7 p.m. next Wednesday.


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BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. -- Jane Fonda's Workout, the aerobics studio that helped launch the fitness craze of the past decade, closed down operations Wednesday, a spokeswoman said.
Fonda decided to shut the facility on South Robertson Boulevard in Beverly Hills because of not being able to compete effectively against the plethora of Southern California health clubs, the spokeswoman said.
Fonda, whose empire is worth an estimated $100 million, also made the decision to close the studio in order to concentrate on her core businesses of fitness videos, books and audiotapes, the spokeswoman said.
Fonda, 53, has released 14 workout videotapes and sold more than 6 million copies. She has also written five books, which have sold 2 million copies.
The studio, launched in 1979 by the Academy Award-winning actress, offered its final classes Tuesday evening. The spokeswoman said refunds will be given to members.
The studio was opened in part to raise money for the Campaign for Economic Democracy, a liberal political reform group founded by Fonda and her former husband, Democratic State Assemblyman Tom Hayden. Fonda sometimes taught classes at the studio during the first years it was open.
Fonda also opened Workout studios in San Francisco and in the Encino section of Los Angeles, but those were closed as the video and book business grew.
Fonda introduced her first video -- 'Jane Fonda's Workout' -- in 1982 at a time when the home video business was still in its relative infancy. The 90-minute program, combining stretching, toning exercises and a traditional aerobics workout was a major hit and sold 1 million copies despite the $59.95 price tag.
Fonda, still the target of anger among Vietnam veterans for her visit to Hanoi in 1972, continued to perform occasionally in movies during the past decade. Her most recent film, 'Old Gringo' with Gregory Peck and Jimmy Smits, produced only mild success at the box office.


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The creators of Ninja Gaiden and Dead or Alive are interested in Nintendo’ latest tech.
Team Ninja has worked with Nintendo in the past, and we even got Ninja Gaiden: Razor’s Edge first on Wii U. Fans of the Japanese developer were really hoping that Dead or Alive 5 would come to Nintendo’s system, but we have what looks to be a confirmation that this isn’t going to happen. On the bright side, the developers have said that they are still interested in the tech. Here’s what Team Ninja’s Yosuke Hayashi had to say about the U:
“Of course, I think there are games that would be good for Wii U. So I think we need to still see what exactly those games they are and how you make a game for Wii U that is perfect for the Wii U. So if we get a chance to make a game like that, well, maybe we can think about it then. But right now we have no plans to port existing games to Wii U.”
What Team Ninja series would you like to see on Wii U? Let us know in the comments. -Greg Boe
With the upcoming release of the Nintendo Wii U, many gamers are wondering if we’ll see Team Ninja’s Dead or Alive 5 on this new system. While no one is completely sure if this game will end up on Nintendo’s new console, we do know that the developers are considering it, and the sales of Ninja Gaiden 3: Razor’s Edge will be a major factor in their decision. So if you want to see Dead or Alive 5 on Wii U, I’d suggest you consider picking up Ninja Gaiden 3. How many of you readers even want this game? Share your opinion in the comments. -Greg Boe (admin)
We’ve already briefly covered the possibility of the upcoming Dead or Alive 5 coming to Wii U, but today, we’ve gotten more concrete evidence that this version is under consideration. According to Team Ninja’s Yohei Shimbori:
Right now, we’re doing our best to get the game ready for PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360. After players get their hands on Dead or Alive 5 we want to hear what they think and based on that we’ll see if we should make a Wii U version.
I really enjoyed last year’s Dead or Alive: Dimensions for Nintendo 3DS, and since that game brought Nintendo fans up to speed all the way up to DOA 4, this would be a perfect time to put Dead or Alive 5 on Nintendo Wii U. Either way, this game is worth the purchase when it releases later this year on other current home consoles. Who else wants Dead or Alive 5 on Wii U? -Greg Boe (admin)
At Tokyo Game Show 2011, Dead or Alive 5 was announced for a release later this year on PS3 and Xbox 360. Many fans were disappointed that the female characters, who were sexualized insanely in previous titles (especially the Dead or Alive Xtreme sub-series) are seen wearing more modest outfits this time around. Head of development, Yosuke Hayashi has said that Dead or Alive 5 may actually be coming to the Wii U. This would make sense, because of Ninja Gaiden 3 coming to the new console, another project of Team Ninja. What do you readers think? Share your thoughts in the comments. Stay tuned for more info! -Greg Boe (admin)
Source: My Nintendo News

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Good Morning Ladies,
Before I start the blog I would like to wish my Beautiful Daughter Becca a Very Happy 26th Birthday, I can hardly believe that she is 26! I hope that Adam treats you to an amazing day out and we look forward to seeing you later. XXXXXX
I hope that you all had a lovely weekend ladies, we were treated to a very warm and 'muggy' day yesterday, a little cloudy in the morning, even a few spots of rain, at one point the sky was as dark as night and I thought that we were going to be treated to storm to clear the air, it never came, the clouds cleared away towards the middle of the afternoon to make way for glorious ☀ Sunshine.
In fact we made a Paella for dinner that we ate outside with a chilled glass of Sangria, a perfect end to a lovely day.
Today's card is my first Festive TicTacToe Challenge card for this week, I chose Categories: Blue/Dry Emboss/Snow (straight across the top).
I started by cutting a piece of white card to 4 1/4 X 5 1/2, I then took the Fir tree stamp from SU Winter Woods stamp set and stamped it with Tumbled Glass Distress ink, I was glad that I used my Stamping tool as I had to do 3 layers of ink. I then used the matching die to cut the tree out of the background. (because I didn't want the embossed snow to cover the tree). I set that aside and then run the background through the machine with SU Snowfall Embossing folder. I cut a card base slightly longer than my original piece of card so that I could a little touch of the blue I used to stamp the tree along the bottom of the background. I created the blue piece by blending some of the Tumbled Glass DI onto an off cut of card and I adhered it to the back of the background piece leaving about half an inch showing, it looked better with it as the sentiment would have looked odd right at the very bottom of the card.
The sentiment stamp was from SU 'Merry Christmas to all' stamp set, I stamped it in the same blue, I will confess that I made a bit of a hash of stamping directly onto the card (it was slightly wonky) chances are you may not of noticed but I knew it wasn't right, so stamped if again and die cut it and popped it on top of the hash up! Now I know I could have just not told you that but I want you to know that I have just as many if not more hash ups than you all do!
That is my card finished I kept everything totally flat so that I could keep postage to a minimum.
I hope you like the card and that it gives you a little bit of inspiration!
Have an enjoyable day ladies,
love and hugs to all of you


Idk if im dumb and have activated a wierd chat setting or something but sometimes the chat messeges doesnt show up from some of the people in the group, how come? ive activated all the chat tab settings so nothing should be filtered right?
please look, if you have any “language filters” active as well.
I had Spanish and French deactivated and realized soon, that a lot of messages (in english) were also flagged and not shown in chat (only as chat bubbles over their heads).
When I turned on all languages again, I was able to see all the messages again.
shitty chat filter settings I guess
Yeah I think the filter actually looks at what they have their language set to instead of actually looking at the content of the messages themselves. Very odd implementation.


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