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How do we make this year different? How do you make a new year’s resolution you’ll achieve this time? Why does it feel so important to try again this new year?
The 1st of January. It’s a beacon of hope, isn’t it? The hope that the coming year will be better than the last, that we’ll achieve or do things we meant to do in the previous year but didn’t.
If it’s not about hope, why else do we set new year’s resolutions? After all, the first day of January isn’t really any different to the 3rd day of March or the 17th day of November. It’s just a day, same as any other.
But hope can be a powerful driving force. So how do we make the most of that hope and set ourselves resolutions – or goals – that we will actually achieve this year?
It’s easy in the cold, dark of winter, feeling a little icky having eaten mountains of extra food over Christmas, to get to the end of the year in a “this has been a terrible year, next year had better be better” frame of mind.
You can give yourself an immediate break by thinking back over the last year and going looking specifically for the positives. I posted some questions to help you with this last week here.
Or to put it another way, if you want to know how to make a new year’s resolution you’ll achieve this time, you need to think about the end, not the beginning.
Make it your aim to achieve your goal by a certain date – or simply by the end of the year – but not necessarily to make perfect progress towards it every day, straight away, without fail, without slipping, without issue.
Resolutions are often about changing our behaviours or putting in place a plan….but not necessarily with a clear outcome or goal in mind! It’s a bit like the tail wagging the dog.
So focus on the outcome you will ultimately achieve, and not about what you think you need to do to get there. Then, as the oft-used quote goes: “If the plan doesn’t work, change the plan…but never the goal”.
Rather than take something away, add something to your life. Some of the additions may, in time, become substitutions, as you lose the need for some of the old things you’ve been carrying around or doing out of habit.
Think about where you want to get to, rather than where you want to move away from, and give yourself a positive focus for the year ahead. What could you do, actively, to step towards that? Even if you don’t have a complete plan, whenever you’re faced with a choice about what to do, you’ll be able to ask “Does this take me closer to where I want to go, or not?”
If you think about each of these areas of your life, what one thing would you like to do or achieve that would make you feel like this had been a successful year:
Your Social Life
Your Personal Happiness
Your Relationships and Friendships
Things will go wrong. You will have difficult times. You will hit obstacles. That initial motivation and enthusiasm you’re feeling because you’ve decided to do something positive – it won’t be as strong three months down the line on a rainy March morning when work isn’t going too well, one of your kids is sick, and progress towards achieving your goal has been slow for a while.
To be honest, it probably won’t be as strong the first morning you have to get up and go to work in the New Year and find yourself immediately slipping into the old routine.
Going back and remembering WHY you are doing this – why you committed to achieving your goal in the first place – is usually one of the best ways to get re-motivated.
When you’re thinking about how to make a new year’s resolution you’ll achieve, recognise that without a strong, genuine reason for doing something, a reason that actually matters to you (that’s YOU – not someone else) – you’ve got to question why you’re doing it in the first place. Truth is, you’re not really very likely to create the time needed or summon up the energy to get focused on something that doesn’t really matter that much.
And, if your reason for doing something involves feeling you “should” do something, it’s likely it is about pleasing someone else (whether that’s a real actual person, or some imagined person, people or community of people) or that you are worried these people will judge you poorly if you don’t do this.
Whenever you’re choosing to make a change because you feel you “should” or “must” do something….it’s unlikely to work and sustain you and motivate you when things get tough, so try and work out why you really want to do this…or be honest about it if you actually don’t really want to do it.
I have a personal example to share here. After many (like, 20) years of serious yo-yo dieting, and some focused searching for the real reason why I wanted to lose weight, I have finally concluded that I simply don’t want to do it enough to make the sacrifices it entails.
So I’m going into the new year with a new belief instead: “I am my mind, not my body.”
People do not judge me for being overweight. Being overweight does not make me a bad person. It doesn’t make me a bad coach or a bad mum (the two things I really care about). It does limit some things in my life or make them more physically difficult and it does mean I’ve a higher risk of dying younger….but I’ve decided to accept those things. Because they don’t matter as much to me as I thought they did, and I won’t guilt-trip myself into thinking otherwise.
When it comes to achieving stuff – whether it’s weight loss, health or fitness improvement, business growth, improved time management, saying no more often or saving money – developing new habits is often an important part of getting the change and success you want.
But remember that habits take time to develop (and to break!). And that things are sent to try us, even when we’ve developed great habits. Focus on progress, not on perfection – it’s not a question of “this or that”, “success or failure”, “doing it or not doing it”.
For example if your goal means becoming caffeine free this year, when you’re a regular coffee or cola drinker, you’ve got a challenging habit to change. Start on January 1st by all means, but don’t give up having “already failed” if you have a coffee or a coke on January 5th. Celebrate the fact you went four days without, and start again on the 6th. How many days can you go this time? You’re already closer to your goal than you were last week – this isn’t “either or”, you’re not back at square one!
I offer face to face career coaching and life coaching in Leicestershire, Derbyshire, Staffordshire and Birmingham and telephone or online coaching across the UK. If anything in this blog post resonates with you, and you’d like to find out more about how coaching works or what coaching with me might be like, please get in touch for an informal chat or to arrange a free initial consultation.

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Supply Chain Risk Management Applied to Brazilian Automotive Industry
Published October 25, 2016 by SAE International in United States
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Due to financial global crisis started in 2008 and intensified in the past years in Brazil, the maintenance of a good company’s financial situation is a big challenge and it is more relevant in actual moment. Because of expected turbulent scenario for the next years, it is necessary to adopt strategies to mitigate risks that involve Supply Chain impacting industrial production. In this way, it is crucial adopt strategies and actions that assist to evaluate the performance of suppliers and its associate potential financial risk, what can be considered a companies’ success differential factor during crisis period as well. In this scenario, MWM Motores Diesel adopts an internal process of monitoring the risk of suppliers based on internally developed tools and others available at market. This article aims to assist other companies of automotive sector to monitor their supplier base, identify imminent risk to Supply Chain and trace and run projects to reduce or eliminate these risks. The article shows the result of this methodology constantly applied to suppliers, and the way we maintain MWM’s production operating in spite of the several supply rupture cases.
CitationAraujo, L., Tessaro, J., and Sardim, R., "Supply Chain Risk Management Applied to Brazilian Automotive Industry," SAE Technical Paper 2016-36-0171, 2016, https://doi.org/10.4271/2016-36-0171.
- A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK® Guide) - Third Edition, Paperback. 2013.
- Dittmann J. Paul, PhD, “Managing Risk in the Global Supply Chain” University of Tennessee paper. Originally published on summer 2014.
- Chopra, Sunil and Sodhi, ManMohan S. “Managing Risk To Avoid Supply-Chain Breakdown”. MIT Sloan paper. Originally published on fall 2004.
- Russill, Richard. “A Short Guide to Procurement Risk” - Gower, 2010
- Crise nas montadoras agrava insolvência de fornecedores. Valor Econômico, by Laguna Eduardo. 7/8/2015. URL: http://www.senadopopular.com.br/news_mostra.asp?id=1081 Accessed at: 18/May/2016.

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Gilberts recently helped the Natural History Museum to replace its famous ‘Dippy’ the diplodocus exhibit with a real-life skeleton of a blue whale.
The refurbishment of the Hintze Hall involved the space being redesigned to incorporate additional galleries at ground, first and second floor levels. The original ventilation openings needed restoring and new building services had to be integrated alongside to deliver a balanced internal temperature.
Consulting engineers, SVM specified Gilberts to manufacture and supply 24no of a bespoke version of its Mistrale Model A natural ventilation units, with a further 24no standard WHF50 high performance louvres to provide the required levels of fresh air intake and exhaust.
Gilberts’ WHF50 cassette and VN75 ultra low leakage air volume control damper were used to fit within existing window apertures and frames, and bolt together into specially-designed subframes.
The bespoke units also provide a flow of fresh air into Hintze Hall, without allowing any natural light to permeate through, whilst looking aesthetically pleasing; Gilberts thus devised a bespoke combination of internal K40 fixed bar grilles and non vision cores mounted on the rear of the units.
The original glass of the atrium window frames was replaced with Gilberts’ WHF50 louvres to provide high level exhaust of the ‘used’ internal air.
SVM Director Paul Rushmer explained, “Conditions in Hintze Hall are crucial to the exhibits, and of course important to the visitors. We had to find a non-invasive solution for the historic space, which stabilised the temperature and humidity. The original building drawings used passive solutions.”
Gilberts’ core Mistrale 50 Model A cassette is deliberately lightweight and slimline to allow it to be beaded discreetly into windows and walls. The insulated motorised volume control damper offers automatic, accurate and stable airflow, with one of the lowest air leakage rates (<5m3/hr/m2) and U values (<1W/m2/K) on the market.
The patented design of the WHF50 louvres offer a simple single bank louvre assembly with 99% weather protection. The blade delivers a good free area ratio with minimal pressure resistance.
Gilberts has the ability, in-house, to design, manufacture, and test bespoke solutions to meet specific project requirements. It also has one of the most technically-advanced in-house test centres in the country at its 90,000sq ft Blackpool headquarters.
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Located deep in the East Sussex countryside, the Hobbit House sits in beautiful countryside; it features a plethora of products from Delta Membranes’ waterproofing range.Posted in Articles, Building Industry News, Building Products & Structures, Case Studies, Damp & Waterproofing, Membranes, Posts, Restoration & Refurbishment, Retrofit & Renovation, Roofs, Walls
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Local artist Tara Velan worked with us to revitalize and uplift the Compass Center with a mural. She created a beautiful mural at Nyer Urness House late last year. She jumped in when the opportunity came to work at our Compass Center location.
“Doing this sort of community art is so appealing to me,” she said. “This kind of work can have a big impact and I would love to do more. I’d love to do something for the city for example.”
Tara and the team at Compass Center planned the mural together with the foundational idea of rebirth and rejuvenation. The mural is an artistic representation of our core beliefs of love, hope, resilience, and triumph and will symbolize our sincere belief that everyone can rise and progress no matter what life has thrown at them.
The image of the mythical bird, the Phoenix, popped into Tara’s head.
“The Phoenix represents rising up,” she said. “It is literally about rebirth and that is what Compass allows people to find within themselves again so they can move forward.”
She painted the mural over a few weekends coming in after hours and staying late into the night. As she was making the final touches she talked about the piece’s symbolism.
“There are lots of symbols in this piece that are about resiliency and toughness,” she said. “The roots and the water show depth. People are more than what you see on their worst day. They have history and feelings and thoughts that you might not realize until you get to know them.”
You can follow Tara’s incredible art on her Instagram page: www.instagram.com/yesitstara.

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Peruvian Black Sabbath fans are no doubt bummed this morn.
The band’s canceled its concert in Lima, scheduled for October 16.
A press statement from the promoter clarified that the band’s Latin American tour will not be canceled — that only the Peru show was taken off the routing.
Black Sabbath start their South American tour in Santiago, Chile, with stops in Buenos Aires Argentina; Porto Alegre, Sao Paulo, and Rio de Janeiro, Brazil; Bogotá, Colombia; and finally in San José (Costa Rica).
Those who have purchased their tickets can receive full refunds as of August 9 through Punto Ticket.
Neither the promotion company nor the band has explained the reason for the cancelation of the concert.
Megadeth were set to open the show.
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This slide deck accompanies a Practitioner's Brief, Determining Special Education Eligibility of English Learners, the REL Northeast & Islands recently published. The brief and this slide deck discuss the results of a study conducted with teachers and administrators in K-12 schools across Connecticut. The focus of the study was on strategies used to support struggling English learners (ELs), and how educators can determine whether an EL is struggling due to limited English or if the cause may be a disability. The topics discussed are collaboration, cultural responsiveness, Multi-tiered Systems of Support, data collection, and progress monitoring. Recommendations of strategies for educators to use are presented.
Teaching Methods and Strategies
English Learners with Special Needs

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EXCLUSIVE: Broadway Legend Joel Grey to Honor "Trailblazer" Harvey Fierstein
RuPaul's Drag Race winner Bob the Drag Queen will join the Cabaret veteran to celebrate LGBT rights.
Kinky Boots' Harvey Fierstein and Cyndi Lauper Receive Hollywood Walk of Fame Stars
The pair were honored for their contributions to the entertainment industry.
Robert Creighton's Cagney Opens at the Westside Theatre
By Tricia Baron
The new musical explores the life of film icon James Cagney.
Kinky Boots Creators Cyndi Lauper and Harvey Fierstein Join Hollywood Walk of Fame
The Broadway collaborators will get stars in front of the Pantages Theatre.
Paper Mill Playhouse Announces 2015 New Voices Concert
Head to the New Jersey theater to see the stars of tomorrow performing for you today.
Robert Creighton Offers Preview of His New James Cagney Bio-Musical
Cagney will run at the York Theatre Company.
Jazz Dancing Pioneer Eugene Louis Faccuito Has Died
Faccuito, a Broadway veteran, danced in films including An American in Paris and On The Town.

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If you’re a tech enthusiast, it’s likely that you won’t be able to go through a week before someone mentions 5G. Unsurprising, since the wireless tech is all the rage right now. So much so that pretty much every exhibitor here at MWC Shanghai is showcasing nothing but their own ideas of 5G tech implementation.
Most of these have to do with industrial and enterprise applications, though. But as you probably know, we were at Vivo’s booth to see what the company has to show us.
In general, there seems to be a lot of improving existing tech using 5G. For example, there’s the the expansion of smart home and IoT applications from WiFi networks to 5G.
As part of this, there’s the video game streaming via 5G, much like Google Stadia and Microsoft xCloud.
In between the two showcase areas is the station where vivo demonstrated the AR Glass‘ object recognition ability. The facial recognition station sits on the other side.
And finally, there’s demonstration of Vivo’s Super FlashCharge, the 120W charging tech that fully recharges a 4000mAh battery in 13 minutes.
In an event that’s not only 5G-centric but also mostly catering to the industrial side of things, it’s nice to see a number of things here that a consumer can expect to benefit from. It’s also great that there’s at least one tech being demoed that does not rely on 5G first being mainstream before we can enjoy it.


Flags will remain at half-staff until sunset on Friday, July 24, according to David Smith, press secretary for Governor Bill Haslam.
"This will include five consecutive business days, honoring the life of each individual that was lost," Smith said.
Flags were initially slated to remain at half-staff until Thursday, but after Navy Petty Officer Randall Smith succumbed to his injuries, officials extended the period of mourning by an additional day.
The original order to lower flags to half-staff was issued on July 17.
Read more about the attacks on Chattanooga military facilities


Australian Cricketers Association hits out at Cricket Australia for siding with BCCI and ECB in quest for ICC power
On the eve of the three-Test series, Australian Cricketers Association president Greg Dyer said Cricket Australia has betrayed South Africa by joining hands with BCCI and ECB to take control of ICC.
On the eve of the highly-anticipated three-match Test series between Australia and South Africa, Australian Cricketers Association president Greg Dyer has lashed out at Cricket Australia for joining hands with the Board of Control for Cricket in India and England & Wales Cricket Board in their quest to control the functioning of the International Cricket Council, instead of backing South Africa and protesting against the 'anarchial' plans of the troika. (India, England and Australia close to becoming International Cricket Council's 'Big Three')
Dyer felt that Australia have left South Africa stranded, despite the latter putting best quality performance on the field. "The timing of the proposal is notable, opportunistically leveraging significant tensions which currently exist between India and South Africa," he said, as reported by the Sydney Morning Herald on Thursday. (West Indies back ICC plans on revenue share)
Not very long ago, the No.1 Test team in the world, South Africa faced the wrath of the BCCI, whose blatant displeasure for the appointment of Haroon Lorgat as the CSA CEO led to a truncated tour and strained the relationship between the two 'friendly' Boards. Cricket Australia's latest 'joint venture' with BCCI and ECB, leaves them further stranded and face the threat of being blocked out by those at the helm in major decision making processes, if a debatable proposal paper on governance and revenue share is accepted. (Cricket to be run by India, England and Australia?)
The likes of New Zealand and West Indies, who were intially apprehensive about the 'Big Three's' takeover plans, have taken a complete U-turn after finding 'personal' benefits in the revised draft presented by the trio. Even Bangladesh, who initially feared their Test status, have joined the bandwagon after the proposal of two-tier system in Tests was withdrawn, ensuring their Test status is not in jeopardy. That leaves Pakistan, Sri Lanka and South Africa as the last three survivors on the other side of the fence, and a vote from just one of them will allow the restructuring and the 'take over' to go on. (Pakistan, Sri Lanka oppose ICC overhaul plans)


What Are The Various Benefits Of Using A Mattress Protector
A mattress protector may appear to be an ordinary accessory for your bed, but it serves as a secret protector of both comfort and durability. In this post, we will discuss the several benefits of using a mattress protector on your favourite sleeping surface.
As an unsung hero in the world of sleep hygiene and mattress care, you’ll find that this modest bedding addition protects against spills, allergies and preserves your investment. Come with us as we discuss mattress protectors and why every mattress should have one.
The Different Types Of Mattress Protector In Malaysia
Not every mattress protector is made equally. Like a mattress, a protector should be selected specifically for the user. We’ll look at the different kinds of mattress protectors in this part. Each one is made to address a distinct issue.
As the name implies, this kind of protector covers all sides of the bed, including the bottom. With their full encasement and zipper closure, most of them are made to protect against allergies and bed bugs.
When you think about mattress protectors, this is undoubtedly the type that comes to mind, as it is one of the most popular ones. Similar to a regular fitted sheet, they have an elastic band sewn around the bottom that goes over the bed and holds the cover in place.
Fitted sheet-style protectors are the best option for those who frequently remove their mattress covers because of spills or mishaps. Since the bed is not entirely sealed off, this type of protector provides little protection against bed bugs.
7 Benefits Of A Mattress Protector
In this part of the article, we will discuss the several benefits of using a mattress protector. It protects against spills and germs and makes your mattress last longer. You’ll quickly see why this simple bedding is essential for proper sleep hygiene and mattress care.
Keeps The Bed Bugs Away From Mattress
Bed bugs are a common problem when trying to maintain a healthy atmosphere for sleeping. The bites these pests inflict on unwary sleepers can be painful, making them a significant problem.
One of the easiest methods to avoid this is to use a mattress protector. To optimise its effectiveness, you should also wash it frequently.
Keeps Dust Off The Mattress
A mattress protector can help with easier breathing during the night if you suffer from allergies or asthma. This is because dust mites are eliminated, which can stop you from sneezing.
Dust mites enjoy the cosy environment of a mattress, where they can feed on the flake of skin you leave each night. Furthermore, since cleaning a mattress is challenging, an unclean atmosphere will encourage the growth of these pests.
If you are allergic to dust or animal fur, a mattress protector will keep particles from getting into the mattress and irritating your nose at night.
Protects Mattress From Spills
Keeping stains off a mattress is one of the primary reasons people buy mattress protectors. By using a mattress protector, you can protect your mattress from spills and the possibility of mould developing when water seeps through and soaks into the mattress.
Since most mattress protectors can be washed in a standard washing machine, you can easily remove it and wash it if something spills on it. This additional stain protection is something you’ll want if you enjoy drinking your morning tea or coffee in bed.
Extends The Lifespan Of The Mattress
Extending the life of your mattress is one of the most valuable advantages of using a mattress protector. It accomplishes this by shielding your mattress from various liquid harm sources, such as mildew or stains. Any moisture that comes in contact with the mattress protector is absorbed by its absorbent layer. By doing this, it can’t get into your mattress.
Also, mattress protectors keep mould from growing when there is too much moisture. If this moisture gets under the mattress, it can be hard to get rid of, creating the perfect environment for bacteria and mould to grow. Thus, a mattress protector will provide a cleaner and healthier sleeping environment.
Increases Mattress Hygiene
Your first line of defence for keeping your sleeping space clean is a mattress protector. Without a mattress protector, your mattress is susceptible to several potential hygiene problems. Several things can contaminate it:
- Skin cells
This can eventually result in the growth of mould, germs, and allergens, which can impact your health and the cleanliness of your mattress.
An effective barrier against these hygienic risks is a mattress protector. It forms a waterproof and stain-resistant barrier, keeping allergens, moisture, and stains out of the mattress. This is especially important in warm or humid environments where water can build up easily.
A protector keeps your mattress fresh and clean by effortlessly removing and washing it. Improving mattress hygiene will prolong your mattress’s life and provide a healthier and more comfortable sleeping environment.
Improves Mattress Maintenance
Mattress maintenance can be time-consuming and costly. The only method to thoroughly clean a mattress is to hire a professional cleaning service. This is because most people lack the equipment to eradicate grime, debris, and pests completely.
In contrast, a mattress protector maintains the cleanliness and quality of your mattress throughout the year. All you have to do is take it off the bed, give it a little wash, and let it air dry.
Protect Your Mattress To Enjoy Its Comfort For A Longer Period Of Time
Beyond its modest appearance, an ordinary mattress protector is a silent protector that provides numerous advantages.
By investing in a good mattress protector, you’re not only improving your sleep, but you’re also protecting a rather substantial investment. Since it protects against allergies and provides a more hygienic sleeping surface, the advantages also extend to your health.
In terms of better sleep health, a mattress protector is a small purchase that pays off in a big way.
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The US Air Force has temporarily grounded dozens of F-35 stealth fighters on one of its bases while it investigates an apparent oxygen supply issue aboard the expensive planes, officials said.
The Israeli Air Force has not taken similar action with its five F-35 fighter jets, but is in contact with the aircraft’s developers and monitoring the situation, an IDF spokesperson said Tuesday.
The American planes, from the USAF’s 56th Fighter Wing of Luke Air Force Base in Arizona, were grounded Friday due to five incidents since May 2 in which pilots experienced hypoxia-like symptoms. It is the only American F-35 base to take such a measure.
USAF spokeswoman Major Rebecca Heyse said in a statement Monday that the planes “will continue their pause in local F-35A flying to coordinate analysis and communication between pilots, maintainers, medical professionals and a team of military and industry experts.”
Currently, the 56th Fighter Wing has 55 F-35A planes that are used to train pilots from the US and other air forces that are buying the jet.
Heyse said it was unclear when the “pause” would be lifted, but noted that none of the incidents were serious and pilots were able to use their training to avert any problems.
“The safety of our airmen is paramount and we will take as much time as necessary to ensure their safety,” she said.
Another spokesman, Captain Mark Graff, said in a statement that a backup oxygen system kicked in as designed.
The American planes that experienced this oxygen supply issue are of the “A” variety of the aircraft. Israel operates the “I” model, though it is based on the design of the “A.”
Despite being the same general model, the IAF has not experienced similar oxygen supply problems with the F-35 jets at its disposal, nor did any of the other US Air Force bases that operate the F-35A.
Therefore, the IDF spokesperson said, “there has been no decision to cancel training exercises or to take any other steps.”
The F-35 has been dogged by criticism nearly from its inception, with complaints over its high costs and production issues, though in recent years much of the vitriol surrounding the aircraft has subsided, as the development stuck to its schedule and budget.
With a current development and acquisition price tag already at $379 billion for a total of 2,443 F-35 aircraft — most destined for the US Air Force — the F-35 is the most expensive plane in history, and costs are set rise further still. Once servicing and maintenance costs for the F-35 are factored in over the aircraft’s lifespan through 2070, overall program costs are expected to rise to $1.5 trillion.
Proponents tout the F-35’s radar-dodging stealth technology, supersonic speeds, close air-support capabilities, airborne agility and a massive array of sensors giving pilots unparalleled access to information.


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Short Description for Chimerascope A collection of sixteen stories of fantasy and science fiction that takes you from love in fourteenth-century Japan to humanity's last stand, from virtual reality to the end of reality, from alien drug addictions to a dinner where a man loses everything.
- Published: 15 March 2010
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- ISBN 13: 9780981297859 ISBN 10: 0981297854
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"Chimerascope" a story of many parts: A dinner conversation takes three lifetimes to finish; a geologist faces a planet-sized, eons-old puzzle to save her crew; the hero of the Fall of Earth must choose between love and revenge; a man is born each day into a new life only to die each night; a sentient aurora threatens the last of humanity; and a house as big as the world. These are some of the stories you will encounter in "Chimerascope", the first full collection of short fiction from award-winning Canadian author, Douglas Smith. Sixteen engaging stories of fantasy and science fiction that take you from love in fourteenth-century Japan to humanity's last stand, from virtual reality to the end of reality, from alien drug addictions to a dinner where a man loses everything.


[Ed. – The narrow Republican minority thinks it can get enough Democrats on board in the House to pass the 2022 NDAA with these measures. How it would fare in the 50-50 Senate? Uncertain.]
The sprawling annual defense bill includes several provisions that would block the Biden administration from providing Iran with cash and would require the administration to come clean about any economic sanctions relief it provides to the Islamic Republic.
The Republican Study Committee (RSC), the largest GOP caucus in Congress, is codifying its anti-Iran platform in the 2022 National Defense Authorization Act, which funds U.S. defense efforts and is expected to pass through the House this week. …
The RSC worked with Democratic colleagues to sculpt several NDAA measures that would mandate transparency from the Biden administration as it negotiates with Iran, these sources told the Washington Free Beacon. These measures are included in the bipartisan legislation and expected to easily pass when the House votes Thursday evening.


A cosmetic surgeon based in Cardiff encountered many victims of knife crime as part of his work. During consultations with his patients he soon became aware that he a goldmine of information on the precise locations of the violence, the times of the days when stabbings occurred, the locations, the type of weapons used and the assailants. He started sharing this information with the police and his local authority. The data was made anonymous so that patient confidentiality could be maintained.
The information enabled the police to target hotspots and put more manpower on the right streets at the right time of day. The results were dramatic. Knife crime was cut by over 40% and Cardiff moved from a mid-table mediocrity in tackling violence to the safest city in its Home Office family of 15 similar cities.
The Liberal Democrat home affairs spokesman raised a question in Parliament on how many other local authorities had implemented similar schemes. The response was 'not known, since no-one was collecting this information centrally'. A subsequent FOI request to every acute hospital trust revealed that out of 150 hospital trusts with emergency departments, only 20% were working with their local police force in providing Cardiff-style data.
The Cardiff model, which began in 2002, is still relatively unknown to other local authorities and hospital trusts, though it has been published in the Emergency Medical Journal and The Surgeon


We investigate the constructive role of an external noise signal, in the form of a low-rate Poisson sequence of pulses supplied to all inputs of a spiking neural network, consisting in maintaining for a long time or even recovering a memory trace (engram) of the image without its direct renewal (or rewriting). In particular, this unique dynamic property is demonstrated in a single-layer spiking neural network consisting of simple integrate-and-fire neurons and memristive synaptic weights. This is carried out by preserving and even fine-tuning the conductance values of memristors in terms of dynamic plasticity, specifically spike-timing-dependent plasticity-type, driven by overlapping pre- and postsynaptic voltage spikes. It has been shown that the weights can be to a certain extent unreliable, due to such characteristics as the limited retention time of resistive state or the variation of switching voltages. Such a noise-assisted persistence of memory, on one hand, could be a prototypical mechanism in a biological nervous system and, on the other hand, brings one step closer to the possibility of building reliable spiking neural networks composed of unreliable analog elements.
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The Death Jester, Aeldari’s embodiment of unyielding Death, harbors no mercy within its heart. With a formidable shuriken cannon in hand, each round it unleashes carries virulent biotoxins that unleash a cataclysmic fate upon its unfortunate targets, causing their metabolisms to explosively detonate in a spectacular display of destruction. Prepare to witness the chilling prowess of the Death Jester as it leaves a trail of devastation in its wake.
If you like the Grim Reaper appearance of this character, you may also like this model:
What’s in the Death Jester box
- x10 plastic components that make 1 Harlequin Death Jester, armed with a shrieker cannon, with a choice of 2 face masks.
- x1 Citadel 25mm round base.
How to paint the Death Jester set
- Step 1: Base Coat – Black Clothing
Begin by applying a base coat of black paint to the Death Jester’s clothing. Use a black paint like Abaddon Black or any other black paint you prefer. Apply an even layer, ensuring full coverage over the entire area of the clothing.
- Step 2: Base Coat – White Skull Headgear
Next, paint the skull headgear with a white color. Colors like White Scar or any other white paint of your choice will work well for this step. Apply the white paint carefully, ensuring clean and defined lines.
- Step 3: Detailing – Yellow Accents
Add yellow accents to the Death Jester’s attire and accessories. Colors like Yriel Yellow or Averland Sunset can be used for this step. Apply the yellow paint to small areas such as belts, buckles, or other details you want to highlight. Take your time and be precise.
- Step 4: Detailing – Gems and Weapon
Paint the gems on the Death Jester’s gun with a vibrant blue color. For example, you can use a paint like Kantor Blue or Altdorf Guard Blue. Apply the blue paint carefully to the gems, ensuring they stand out.
- Step 5: Highlighting – Clothing and Headgear
Using a slightly lighter shade of black or gray, carefully highlight the edges and raised areas of the clothing. This will add depth and definition to the black color. For example, you can use a paint like Eshin Grey or Dawnstone for this step. Apply the lighter shade sparingly to create subtle highlights.
- Step 6: Detailing – Face and Eyes
Paint the Death Jester’s face with a flesh tone, such as Kislev Flesh or Cadian Fleshtone. Apply the paint carefully, ensuring smooth and even coverage. Add details to the eyes using a fine brush and a contrasting color, such as Mephiston Red or a similar shade, to make them stand out.
- Step 7: Wash – Shading and Depth
Apply a wash, such as Nuln Oil or Drakenhof Nightshade, to the entire model. This will settle into the recessed areas, adding shading and depth to the paintwork. Ensure the wash is evenly applied and wipe off any excess.
- Step 8: Final Touches
Add any final details you desire, such as freehand designs, additional highlights, or weathering effects, to enhance the overall look of the Death Jester. Take your time and let your creativity guide you in this step.
- Step 9: Varnish
To protect your painted Death Jester and give it a finished look, apply a varnish. Choose a matte varnish to maintain a sleek appearance. Follow the instructions on the varnish product for proper application.

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It's not just your sanity that's cracking, your wall is too! A most unnerving poltergeist probes for a way into your room — and your mind.
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The AtmosFX Spooky Virtual Background Bundle features classic horror scenes designed to shock and surprise your next Zoom meeting or video conference. Zombies, spirits, and unseen creatures will swarm the background of your meetings and give everyone something to talk about.
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Cinco de Mayo Party
Saturday, May 4 @ 2pm
It's fiesta time. Kids are invited to celebrate Mexican heritage and culture with an afternoon of fun. Make your own pinata, listen to some Mexican folktales, and sample some Mexican food at our burrito bar. At 3pm we will be showing some classic Disney cartoons depicting the beauty and excitement of Latin America. ¡Olé! This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Southeast Branch Library.


The Maritime Administration Department (MARAD) today said that the December 18 Pomeroon River boat accident that claimed six lives was caused by one or both of the captains failing to observe international regulations and it disclosed that it has advised the `G’ Division police to proceed with charges.
In a press release dated December 24 but only disseminated today, MARAD also listed a series of breaches of the collision regulations.
The MARAD statement came 11 days after the tragedy and following repeated attempts by Stabroek News to elicit a comment from it.
Boat captain Harrinarine Bhagwandin and his nephew Vincent Singh, 40, both of Abrams Creek; Velda Rodrigues, 50, and her son Shawn Rodrigues, 14, also of Abrams Creek; and Rajkumar, 14, and his sister, Amerita Singh, 10, of Charity Housing Scheme, Essequibo Coast, died after the boat they were travelling in collided with another boat, owned by the regional administration, in the Pomeroon River. There was only one survivor of Bhagwandin’s boat and it has been suggested that some of the victims could have been saved if the passengers in the region’s boat had stopped and rendered assistance after the collision. The region’s boat had around 16 people including the Chairman of the region and employees of the One Laptop per Family Programme.
“Firstly, a preliminary investigation was conducted immediately into this most unfortunate accident and the facts are that on the day of the accident, both vessels were travelling close to the left bank of the river on a (similar) course when they collided.
“The collision was caused by one or both Captains of the vessels having failed to observe the international regulation for preventing collision at sea and the Guyana shipping act of 1998 Sect 225 (1).
“Secondly, our investigation revealed that at the time of the collision it was raining but that did not obscure the Captains’ visibility.
“There were a number of breaches which were found to be in violation of the Collision Regulations such as:
· Rule 5 – Failing to maintain a proper look out at all times.
· Rule 6 – Proceeding at a safe speed so as to take proper and
effective action to avoid collision.
· Rule 14 – Failing to alter the vessel’s course to starboard
· Failing to render assistance to operator and passengers.
“Prior to this incident, Officials from the Maritime Administration Department paid visits and held awareness seminars with operators and passengers in Pomeroon, conducted boat inspections, and issued licences to operators.
“The Administration also distributed life jackets to some residents in Charity and Moruca areas.
“Periodic visits have been made by representatives from MARAD who are currently seeking to upgrade those vessels which transport passengers in that Region and to hold training sessions for boat operators.
“Although MARAD officials encountered some resistance from residents residing in the Pomeroon areas, we remain committed to our responsibility of ensuring safe operational practices as we strive to minimize maritime accidents on our waterways.
“By way of letter dated December 20, 2012, MARAD has advised the Commander ‘G’ Division to commence instituting certain charges in keeping with the requisite regulations relative to this incident.
“Finally, there is an ongoing effort to make boat operators more aware of safety requirements and to improve on the quality of their services to the travelling public.”
Only one of the captains is alive and he is likely to face charges including failing to render assistance to the other boat operator and passengers. After the collision, the region’s boat left the scene and returned after letting its passengers off some distance away. The one survivor, a boy, was rescued by relatives of the deceased. Residents of the region were incensed that the region’s boat left the scene immediately after the collision without providing help.


KUWAIT: The fifth annual Cisco Global Cloud Index (2014-2019), released recently, forecasts that Middle East and Africa cloud traffic will more than quadruple by the end of 2019. Additionally, by 2019, 83 percent of all MEA data center traffic will come from the cloud.
From a regional perspective, the report found that MEA is expected to have the highest cloud traffic growth rate at 41 percent by 2019. Several factors are driving cloud traffic’s accelerating growth and the transition to cloud services, including the personal cloud demands of an increasing number of mobile devices; the rapid growth in popularity of public cloud services for business, and the increased degree of virtualisation in private clouds which is increasing the density of those workloads. The growth of machine-to-machine (M2M) connections also has the potential to drive more cloud traffic in the future.
“The Cisco Cloud Index highlights the fact that cloud is moving well beyond a regional trend to becoming a mainstream solution, with cloud traffic expected to grow more than 30 percent in every worldwide region over the next five years. Middle East enterprise and government organisations are moving from test cloud environments to trusting clouds with their mission-critical workloads. At the same time, consumers continue to expect on-demand, anytime access to their content and services nearly everywhere. This creates a tremendous opportunity for cloud operators, which will play an increasingly relevant role in the communications industry ecosystem,” Mike Weston, Vice President, Cisco Middle East.
In addition to the rapid growth of cloud traffic, Cisco predicts that the Internet of Everything (IoE)-the connection of people, processes, data and things-will have a significant impact on data center and cloud traffic growth. Today, only a small portion of this content is stored in data centers, but that could change as the application demand and uses of big data analytics evolves (ie analysing collected data to make tactical and strategic decisions). New technologies such as SDN and NFV are also expected to streamline data center traffic flows, such that the traffic volumes reaching the highest tier (core) of the data center may fall below 10.4 ZB per year and lower data center tiers could carry over 40 ZB of traffic per year. To help put things in perspective, 10.4 ZB is equivalent to:
* 144 trillion hours of streaming music: Equivalent to about 26 months of continuous music streaming for the world’s population* in 2019
* 26 trillion hours of business web conferencing with a webcam: Equivalent to about 21 hours of daily web conferencing for the world’s workforce in 2019
* 6.8 trillion of high-definition (HD) movies viewed online: Equivalent to about 2.4 hours of daily streamed HD movies for the world’s population in 2019
* 1.2 trillion hours of ultra-high definition (UHD) video streaming: Equivalent to about 25 minutes of daily streamed UHD video for the world’s population in 2019
Here are some of the MEA key highlights from the Cisco Cloud Index:
* Data center traffic will grow 4.0-fold, up by 32 percent from 2014 to 2019
* Cloud data center traffic will represent 86 percent of total data center traffic by 2019, compared to 61 percent in 2014
* Consumer will represent 61 percent of cloud data center traffic by 2019, compared to 30 percent in 2014
* 7.1 percent of data center traffic will travel between data centers by 2019, compared to 7.1 percent in 2014.
The Cisco Global Cloud Index (2014-2019) was developed to estimate global data center and cloud-based traffic growth and trends. The report serves as a complementary resource to existing Internet Protocol (IP) network traffic studies such as the Cisco Visual Networking Index, providing new insights and visibility into emerging trends affecting data centers and cloud architectures. The forecast becomes increasingly important as the network and data center become more intrinsically linked in offering cloud services.
The Global Cloud Index is generated by modelling and analysis of various primary and secondary sources (complete methodology details are provided in the report). The forecast also includes a supplement on Cloud Readiness Regional Details, which examines the fixed and mobile network abilities of each global region (from more than 150 countries) to support business and consumer cloud-computing applications and services.
* Visit the Cisco Global Cloud Index webpage.
* Read the Cisco Global Cloud Index, Forecast and Methodology, 2014-2019 White Paper.
* Explore the Cisco Global Cloud Index Highlights Tool.
* Explore the Cisco Cloud Readiness Tool.
* Review the Cisco Global Cloud Index Supplement: Cloud Readiness Regional Details.


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Monteverde Redux -The Second Time Around
I first visited Monteverde Cloud Forest in Costa Rica in 2018 and was blown away by its beauty and birdlife which I described in this post. I have returned early in 2020 on the Central America trip led by Victor Romagnoli for Adventures Abroad the same Canadian company I traveled with on the first visit. At first I was simply going to do an update on the original post, but this visit included a number of new adventures as well as a repeat of the highlights of the first. Please join our Adventures Abroad group in exploring this magnificent area of Costa Rica.
We started the day in Manuel Antonio on the Pacific Coast where this toucan put in an appearance at breakfast, no doubt looking for the Froot Loops with which Kellogg’s has long associated the poor things.
Monteverde could not be more different than Manuel Antonio, the latter being a Pacific Coast paradise with great beaches while Monteverde is a cloud forest so far high up in the Central Cordillera that it is, more often than not, hidden in the mists. The first time we visited Monte Verde the road into the mountains was under construction and reduced to one gravel lane with drops of up to a thousand feet just inches away from the buses’ outer wheels. Getting there could take an entire day from the Pacific Coast. Today after we reach the turn off from the Pan American Highway things are completely different. The road has been completed and paved the entire way and getting to Santa Elena, the small tourist town where most of the services for Monteverde are found, is a breeze.
Somewhat paradoxically, the town itself is far quieter than it was on our first visit, with lots of backpackers still, but only a handful of tour groups such as ours. The reality is that Costa Rica, relative to other Central American destinations, has become quite expensive and that’s apparent in the reduced number of tourists, but I’m sure not complaining. Less really is more in terms of the number of people visiting a place like this.
Our accommodations are at the Ficus Lodge, the same place we stayed before and little has changed which is all good because it has very nice large rooms and plenty of good birding just on site including a gray-headed chachalaca outside the window.
Monteverde Butterfly Gardens
Another place we returned to that was as good as I remembered was the Monteverde Butterfly Garden where Canadian Bryna Belisle once again put on her comedic stand up on the sex lives of insects that was as funny as any you’ll find in a comedy club and it was all new material from our first visit. What was not new and eagerly anticipated was the encounter with Timmy the giant cockroach, especially when Bryna pops him in her mouth and he slowly crawls back out.
After Bryna’s introduction we were given a guided tour of the various butterfly gardens, but not before I got to ride the giant rhinoceros beetle. Yeehaw!
There are a great variety of butterflies representing various environments from high in the canopy to the much darker forest floor. Here are just a few.
On the first visit we birded the Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Preserve which was the first of a number of privately owned nature preserves that you can visit to experience a walk through a cloud forest, which as you would expect is a rain forest that is usually literally ‘within the clouds’. At Monteverde warm winds from the Caribbean blowing west hit the Central Cordillera and are cooled to the dew point as they rise up the mountainside creating an almost perpetual blanket of cloud over the upper levels of the forest and a type of habitat found only in a few places in the world.
This morning we are going to visit Curi-Canchi Reserve which is another private reserve in the Monteverde cloud forest. The reason we are visiting this reserve and not one of the others is because our guide, Adrian Mendez, with whom Victor has been working for over twenty-six years, has determined that today this is the most likely place to see the one bird that almost everyone is here to see – the resplendent quetzal.
I’m continually amazed at how the weather always seems to do the opposite of what it is supposed whenever I visit, like rain in Death Valley for instance. Yesterday it rained in almost always sunny Manuel Antonio and today of course it’s sunny as hell in the alleged cloud forest. However, for once that’s not such a bad thing as the birds will still be here and with the sun shining their colours will be more apparent. I’m not complaining so let’s go birding with Adrian and Victor.
The first difference I noticed between this reserve and the first we visited is that there are a fraction of the people here that there was at the other. Whether this is because of a decline in tourists or not, I can’t say, but in contrast to Manuel Antonio, our group is the largest in the reserve and it doesn’t feel overcrowded.
The symbol of the reserve is not the quetzal, but the tiny slate-throated redstart that you see on the sign and all over the place close to the ground, but they are so flitty that getting a good photo is not easy. God knows I tried.
Curi-Cancha has some tremendous old growth trees like this enormous fig that Adrian estimates to be well north of three hundred years old.
While I did say Curi-Cancha was not overcrowded, you could think differently once a quetzal bird has been sited. So what’s the big deal with quetzals? Lots. The resplendent quetzal is considered one of the most beautiful birds in the world and it is intrinsically linked to a number of pre-Columbian Meso-American cultures including the Mayans. It is the official symbol of Guatemala and appears on its flag. In the Archaeological Museum in Mexico City you can see one of the most famous pre-Columbian relics – a cape made entirely of quetzal tail feathers which were plucked from the birds that were then released to let them regrow.
Luckily for birders and I suppose the tail feather collectors of yore, quetzals are birds of habit and usually return to the same avocado trees to feed every day. Adrian knows where these trees are and sure enough, the quetzals are there. This draws a crowd as virtually everyone in the area congregates under the tree looking upward.
And there he is. A beautiful male showing his bright red chest and long tail feathers. This picture was taken on a smart phone held up to the eyepiece of Adrian’s spotting scope which can actually work as well as a telephoto lens. Regardless of what else we see or don’t see the morning has been an unequivocal birding success with this sighting.
But there’s more. We see a quite rare highland tinamou and a pair of mottled owls and this also rare white-naped bushfinch.
However, I have to confess that as much as I enjoyed seeing the quetzal, I like the variety of hummingbirds even more. There is a clearing at Curi-Cancha with about a half dozen hummingbird feeders and its alive with the loud buzzing of these tiny creatures. If you even wonder why they are called hummingbirds come to a place like this and you’ll know in a minute. Adrian identifies at least five different species and while I’m not positive I’ve got these photos properly identified, I’m pretty confident in their identifications.
The largest of Costa Rica’s hummingbirds, the oxymoronic lesser violetear.
Caught in mid-flight is this magenta-throated woodstar, an absolutely beautiful little bird.
Finally, a rare shot of a sitting hummingbird, in this case a male white-throated mountain gem.
Birds and flowers were not the only things spotted in Monteverde today. There were agoutis in the undergrowth as well as this variegated squirrel who deigned to pose for me, the agoutis didn’t.
The Monteverde cloud forest and the butterfly garden are by no means the only attractions in the Monteverde area. On the first visit we went to the Selvatura Adventure Park and did the very worthwhile canopy walk via the suspension bridges high about the forest floor. You can read about that in my first post on Monteverde. This time Alison and I opted to spend the afternoon in Santa Elena visiting some attractions there. She chose the Monteverde Orchid Garden which is right in downtown Santa Helena and very much enjoyed the experience. This is a not for profit establishment that is now focusing on the very rare and only recently discovered, miniature orchids of Monteverde cloud forest. Here are a few of her pictures. Probably not what you expected to see at an orchid garden, but interesting nevertheless.
My choice for an afternoon visit was the Monteverde Herpetarium which is a fancy name for a reptile zoo, mostly snakes (now you know why Alison chose orchids). With some of most poisonous snakes on the planet including the biggest rattler I’ve ever see, an equally monstrous and deadly bushmaster and plenty of non-venous snakes that are so well disguised that you would never know they were there until …
Let’s just say, don’t go to the herpetarium before going into the cloud forest or else you might not go at all.
Tomorrow we are going to cross into Nicaragua or at least try to. Hope you’ll come along.

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Something's different in the light today. Its amber and gold and slanting "just so". The kind of light I usually gush about in October. My gift today is how the light bathes the giant pile of leaves in front of my house. I wanted to dive in and swim in that caramel and honey beauty. MM and I both noticed it when I walked him to the door. "Wow. It's beautiful today. You should take a picture of this."
I've opened all the blinds and examined it from every room. Nothing else has changed. The sky is still pale winter blue. Bare branches still make winter lace against it. But man, that light is fantastic. Rich, warm, gooey light that does not match the frosty air at all.
If I had a camera with lenses and slrs and whatever else, I would charge around taking shots of this. But I don't, so instead I will look around and hope that I have eyes to see.
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Participating in today's "Tuesdays Unwrapped" at Chatting at the Sky.


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Singer, songwriter, dancer and YouTube star known for posting vlogs and covers of popular songs to her self-titled YouTube channel. She has covered songs by Ariana Grande, Ed Sheeran, and George Michael. She also posts challenges and covers with her girl group BEATZ. As a singer, she goes by her professional name, Stilla. She released her debut single, "Thirsty," in 2020.
She started dancing at two, and first sang on stage at the age of four. By the age of six she was taking singing lessons.
She has starred in shows on Disney channel Australia, including My Camp Rock 2 and a music video for "Turn it Up." She appeared on The X Factor (Australia) in 2014 and 2016 with the girl group BEATZ. The group came in fifth place on the competition in 2016. Their audition video performing Gwen Stefani's "Hollaback Girl" has earned over 20 Million views on YouTube. She has been mentored by Mel B of the Spice Girls.
Her mother's name is Grace and her father's name is Michael. Her younger sister Tayla-Grace was a member of BEATZ. She has a dog named Major and a cat named Shadow. She resides in Toronto, Canada.


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Pictures released by Sussex Police show a car overturned by a man disqualified for drink-driving.
The driver was serving a five-year disqualification after convicted of drink-driving for a fifth time in October 2017 when he crashed the car near Chichester on August 27.
Police also found that the man, identified as Matthew O’Neill, 44, of Pagham Close, Emsworth, had taken out three separate insurance policies with Direct Line while being disqualified, telling the company he held a full UK driving licence and had no motoring convictions.
He used the policy to fraudulently claim £7,460 for the crash which took place in a field near Downs Road, Lavant.
The driver has now been jailed for Christmas.
Police responded to the crash on the evening of August 27, and carried out an extensive search of the area upon finding no sign of anyone in or nearby the vehicle when they arrived.
After enquiries, they discovered that the driver was O'Neill and was already serving a disqualification at the time of the crash and he was served with a Notice of Intended Prosecution.
He was spotted by officers on patrol driving a Renault Megane while disqualified again in Funtington on November 13, and was arrested and taken into custody.
O'Neill pleaded guilty to two counts of driving while disqualified, fraud by false representation, and three counts of insurance policy fraud, and was remanded in custody.
At a sentencing in Portsmouth Crown Court on December 11, he was sentenced to a total of 24 months’ imprisonment and further disqualified from driving for five years.
Investigating officer, PC Tom Van Der Wee, of the Sussex Roads Policing Unit, said: “Over the past few years, O’Neill has shown a blatant disregard for the law, which is in place to protect the public.
But his luck has run out and now he’ll spend this Christmas – and possibly even next Christmas – behind bars.
“A large amount of time and resources went into attempting to locate anyone potentially involved in the crash, which we now know was caused by a driver who should not have been behind the wheel in the first place.
“We will continue to carry out proactive patrols and respond to incidents on our roads, as we strive to keep everyone safe and crack down on those who commit offences.”


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Octavia E. Butler [1 year ago]
Download or Read Online Earthseed - Octavia E. Butler free eBooks (PDF, ePub, Mobi), A multiple Hugo and Nebula Award winner’s powerful saga of survival and destiny in a near-future dystopian America.
One of the world’s most respected authors of science fiction imagines an apocalyptic near-future Earth where a remarkable young woman discovers that her destiny calls her to try and change the world around her. Octavia E. Butler’s brilliant two-volume Earthseed saga offers a startling vision of an all-too-possible tomorrow, in which walls offer no protection from a civilization gone mad.
Parable of the Sower: In the aftermath of worldwide ecological and economic apocalypse, minister’s daughter Lauren Oya Olamina escapes the slaughter that claims the lives of her family and nearly every other member of their gated California community. Heading north with two young companions through an American wasteland, the courageous young woman faces dangers at every turn while spreading the word of a remarkable new religion that embraces survival and change.
Parable of the Talents: Called to the new, hard truth of Earthseed, the small community of the dispossessed that now surrounds Lauren Olamina looks to her—their leader—for guidance. But when the evil that has grown out of the ashes of human society destroys all she has built, the prophet is forced to choose between preserving her faith or her family.
The Earthseed novels cement Butler’s reputation as “one of the finest voices in fiction—period” (TheWashington Post Book World). Stunningly prescient and breathtakingly relevant to our times, this dark vision of a future America is a masterwork of powerful speculation that ushers us into a broken, dangerously divided world of bigotry, social inequality, mob violence, and ultimately hope.
“A powerful story of hope and faith . . . A parable of modern society . . . Excellent.” —Denver Post on Parable of the Sower
“Butler’s narrative skills are impressive.” —TheNew York Times on Parable of the Talents
Praise for Octavia E. Butler
“A master storyteller, Butler casts an unflinching eye on racism, sexism, poverty, and ignorance and lets the reader see the terror and beauty of human nature.” —The Washington Post Book World
Octavia E. Butler (1947–2006) was a bestselling and award-winning author, considered one of the best science fiction writers of her generation. She received both the Hugo and Nebula awards, and in 1995 became the first author of science fiction to receive a MacArthur Fellowship. She was also awarded the prestigious PEN Lifetime Achievement Award in 2000. Her first novel, Patternmaster (1976), was praised both for its imaginative vision and for Butler’s powerful prose, and spawned four prequels, beginning with Mind of My Mind (1977) and finishing with Clay’s Ark (1984). Although the Patternist series established Butler among the science fiction elite, it was Kindred (1979), a story of a black woman who travels back in time to the antebellum South, that brought her mainstream success. In 1985, Butler won Nebula and Hugo awards for the novella “Bloodchild,” and in 1987 she published Dawn, the first novel of the Xenogenesis trilogy, about a race of aliens who visit earth to save humanity from itself. Fledgling (2005) was Butler’s final novel. She died at her home in 2006.
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Month: February 2019
Announcing the Open House Worldwide 2020 calendar of events
This year’s programmes in the international network, opening
eyes, minds and doors to great architecture for all, began on 6
March in San Diego …but then stopped due to the coronavirus.
For the full list of Open House Worldwide events currently in 2020 see the Calendar.
Open House Worldwide is the world’s longest-established, largest and fastest growing network of urban architecture festivals for the public. Founded in London in 1992, it now includes more than 40 cities on every continent, with new ones joining every year. New city expected to join the network in 2020 include Palma de Mallorca.
Open House is a simple but powerful concept – providing free access over a 48-
hour period to an incredible range of outstanding public and privately owned
buildings. As a global concept, Open House reaches nearly 1 million people globally each year.
All the Open House events share a common commitment to openness and inclusivity but are independently produced across the globe. They have a proven record in not only fostering civic engagement and pride, but also helping people to become more informed about the architecture and public space of their city.
Each Open House event explores how the built environment is responding to key
challenges shared by cities around the world, including affordable housing, public space, transport and infrastructure, and, especially, the climate emergency. Programmes are produced with the support of thousands of local volunteers and so are truly embedded within their urban communities.
Interest continues to grow in other cities as this turns into a powerful cultural
movement with unique reach. In an era of rapid urbanization and gentrification, Open House offers a more inclusive and open-ended way to engage and acknowledge public voices.
‘In many ways citizens can feel excluded from architecture, often seen as the preserve of professionals. But this does not mean they haven’t wanted to explore and debate the quality of architecture and places: there was just no opportunity for them to do so. In every city, Open House creates a unique independent and informal forum where policymakers, the public and professionals meet on an equal basis.’
Victoria Thornton OBE Hon FRIBA, Founder, Open House


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3 panels of deco jacquard fabric in Teal Blue
3 panels of Dashwood Twist in Gold
1 x YKK Metal zip
Black and gold sparkle satin ribbon
1 x lobster clasp in gold colour
A piece of gold binding
Full colour instructions
Finished bag dimensions: 28cm x 14cm folded, 28cm x 23cm flat.
Suggested needle - universal size 80/12 or 90/14
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White - gutermann-sew-all-100m-800
Black - gutermann-sew-all-100m-000

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South American operator Aracari is shining a spotlight on the lesser-known Tambopata National Reserve in the Peruvian Amazon with the launch of a new and exclusive experience for guests in 2018. It has partnered with the Tambopata Research Center, creator of the pioneering Macaw Project, to offer its guests the chance to witness one of nature’s most spectacular natural phenomena in the heart of the vast reserve: the daily gathering of thousands of parrots and macaws.
Tambopata National Reserve is home to the highest concentration of avian clay-licks in the world which attract a myriad of birdlife to feast on its detoxifying clay. Located just 500 metres away from the largest and most famous macaw clay-licks, the Tambopata Research Center is the headquarters for in-depth scientific explorations into these gatherings. Aracari has worked with the team to develop a special behind-the-scenes experience for 2018, which will see guests accompany researchers to gather data, study the complex lives of the vibrant residents, and hear first-hand why this colourful phenomenon mystified scientists for years.
The research centre is one of the remotest lodges in Peru and the only accommodation offering in the Tambopata National Reserve. It will be ramping up the level of luxury with three new rooms in 2018. Each will offer an immersive jungle experience with bedrooms opening out onto the wilderness, and showcase a range of traditional Peruvian crafts and furnishings.
Further activities include night walks through the jungle, guided boat trips in search of jaguar and the chance to get involved with scientists from Wired Amazon, the pioneering research project studying the flora and fauna of the Peruvian Amazon. In addition to accompanying scientists on trips into the wilderness, guests can also help monitor the 100-plus remote cameras that are located in the area, in turn earning themselves ‘travel credits’ to be traded in for future stays at Tambopata Research Center or one of the other lodges in the area.
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Social Justice Seminar – Cultural Equity: Moving Culture to the Center of Mental Health Practice
April 21, 2022 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pmFree – $15.00
CPA Social Justice Series Seminar
April 21, 2022 – 7:00-8:00 pm
Cultural Equity: Moving culture to the center of mental health practice
Presenter: Telsie A. Davis, PhD
This 1-hr seminar is a call-to-action in response to a long-standing humanitarian injustice in mental health care. Clients with cultural identities marginalized by society continue to experience a significantly poorer quality of mental health care in comparison to clients who are White, middle-class, heterosexual, cisgender, non-disabled or in other ways privileged. Dr. Davis will discuss tangible therapeutic strategies that can ensure clients from marginalized cultural groups receive what they need to benefit from mental health treatment at their fullest potential.
1. Explain the similarities and differences between cultural equity, cultural competence, and cultural humility
2. Identify 3 culturally equitable clinical strategies
3. Identify 3 culturally equitable organizational strategies
Telsie A. Davis, PhD, is a licensed psychologist and 21-year veteran clinician, supervisor, and educator in the mental health field with 11 peer-reviewed publications, four book chapters, and hundreds of hours of education and training in the areas of culturally responsive treatment, and evidence-based, culturally informed treatments for PTSD and co-morbid PTSD and substance use. She is currently an Assistant Professor and recent past Assistant Vice Chair for Faculty Development – DEI at Emory University School of Medicine in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences. She also works at the Atlanta VA as a psychologist in Mental Health Specialty Services, Co-Chair of the Diversity Rotation for the VA APA Psychology Training Program, and Co-Chair of the Mental Health Service Line DEI Committee. Most recently, Telsie founded The Cultural Equity Institute with the mission to eradicate inequities due to race and culture within the mental health care system through education, human connection, and advocacy.
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Free – 1 Hour CE Credit for CPA Members
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An old, abandoned building in the Pleasant Hill community that has been an eyesore for years to anyone traveling along N.C. 55 became a topic of conversation at Tuesday’s New Bern Board of Aldermen meeting.
Mayor Dana Outlaw said he has heard from citizens in Pleasant Hill who are concerned about the former Club Insomnia building, which, according to Craven County tax records, was built in 1961. The building has sat vacant for several years, and Outlaw wanted to know what was being done about it.
Scott Davis, city attorney, said demolition of the building is complicated. There are a lot of claims against the estate, which has transferred from the former owner to a lender, he said.
The property, once owned by Helen Dillahunt, was transferred Aug. 6, 2012, to First Mount Vernon Industrial Loan, which sold it seven days later on Aug. 13, 2012, to Western Development, LLC, of Alexandra, Va., according to Craven County planning records.
Western Development, LLC, which now owns the property, is a domestic limited-liability company.
Some of the claims that have slowed demolition attempts of the building include: about $9,000 being sought by the N.C. Attorney General’s office; back taxes owed to Craven County and New Bern; several thousand dollars owed to other individuals; and about $67,000 owed to the IRS, Davis said.
Western Development, LLC, offered to convey the property back to the city, Davis said, adding it is a nice gesture, but would burden the city to take over all the pending claims against the property.
“So to get clear title, I would have to untangle that web of claims, which can be an expensive endeavor,” Davis said.
He said creditors would have a lot of leverage and typically would not cancel their debits for free.
Meanwhile, the county is pursuing a tax foreclosure claim on the property, which the city is a part of, and that action is the only mechanism to get clear title of the property, Davis said.
“I’m not expecting the owner to repair the property,” he said, adding he wouldn’t be surprised, “given the facts,” that the city would be able to order demolition of the property. The city would be entitled to fees for that demolition and taxes through the foreclosure, he said.
The city implemented a strict policy last year on commercial property that would allow the Board of Aldermen to condemn and demolish the property if it does not meet the city codes.
Davis said the entire process is complicated and expensive, and the city would need to find out more about where the county is with the foreclosure procedures. However, he said he thinks the county could probably conclude the foreclosure in six to 12 months.
Mark Stephens, New Bern’s city manager, said he would meet with the chief building inspector to get demolition cost estimates and to see if the old night club is in violation of building codes. But that would take several months before it is brought back to the board with a decision to order demolition or repairs, he said.
Outlaw understood it would be a costly process.
“By the time we do demolition and asbestos abatement, we’ve actually got a lot more money into some of these properties than we ever get out of them,” he said.
Davis agreed, saying the city could see losses by a wide margin.
Outlaw said the people in the Pleasant Hill area just want the building gone.
Stephens said it would be best to get estimates on the cost of demolition and bring it back to the board when it discusses next year’s budget items. The city still needs to demolish several houses this year and he thinks demolition of Club Insomnia would deplete the city’s demolition budget.

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…for a Valentine’s Day sweater dress.
Don’t you think this is the perfect time of year for cozy and pretty knit dresses? They are so comfy, easy to wear, and they keep you nice and toasty warm.
“Sweethearts and Roses”, Gina’s new outfit, started out with her tights. I’ve had this cotton knit for years and have never got around to using it. It is really a sweet print with lots of different hearts in pinks and reds. There’s even a bit of silver in there for a touch of little girl sparkle. I matched my yarn to the warm pink hearts and knit up an a-line dress that is short enough to let those tights look, oh, so cute. I embroidered two large asymmetrical groups of roses, rosebuds, and hearts at the dropped waistline. Extra pops of color are added with a touch of bright lavender and light yellow green. You’ll find more hearts and love for you in Gina’s jewelry. Her simple grosgrain headband snaps in back so it doesn’t need to be retied each time.
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Jeremy Umansky wants to be clear. His new restaurant in an 1800s-era firehouse in Hingetown isn’t a deli — it’s an Eastern European-style delicatessen. “In America, the deli has morphed into something reflective of diner culture, where the focus is convenience and the food is pre-packaged,” says the co-owner of Larder Delicatessen and Bakery. “The delicatessen reflects its neighborhood, and all the products are made in-house.” In Hingetown, that means using sophisticated techniques — such as seasonal foraging, smoking, and fermentation ingredients such as Koji, a fermentation mold used in Japanese soy sauce and miso. “People think of Eastern Europe as this peasant wasteland,” says Umansky. “We’re bringing a refinement to this kind of food that you hardly ever find.” Fill up your first tray with these three dishes that make Umansky’s Old World approach shine.
Three ingredients have never tasted so complex. Red cabbage sauerkraut and a mustard blend of chunky whole grain, smooth stadium-style brown and Bottlehouse Brewery-infused vinegar coat both slices of rye bread. The one-two punch accentuates hand-cut pastrami seasoned with Rising Star Coffee and dark cocoa powder in addition to the typical coriander and black pepper. “Pastrami is always smoky,” Umansky says, “but this gives it an earthy taste, too.”
Matzoh Ball Soup ($5)
With purple broth and green dill garnish, Larder’s take on typically bland-looking matzo ball soup is an Insta-foodie’s dream. In-house matzo balls sit in the chicken and veggie-scrap broth — part of the restaurant’s dedication to waste reduction. “It’s the same recipe my grandma used for years,” he says. “But we cut back on the water and add some Koji and baking soda because we like a floater versus a sinker.”
Bread Pudding ($4)
Umansky calls co-owner Allie La Valle-Umansky a “world-class baker” — and not just because she’s his wife. The full-loaf, chocolate-swirl babka ($9) showcases her talent. But 24 hours later, when she turns the leftovers into spongy bread pudding, it dazzles. “She knows the virtue of custard,” Umansky says. “It’s like bread soaked in creme brulee."

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some Signs He Wants a Relationship
Men just who are interested in a relationship pay attention to the little stuff. They bear in mind what you say, cause you to be a priority, and make you his top priority. You may also find Venezuela Mail Order Brides. Find True Love Through Online Dating signs he wants to time frame you any time he amazed you with candy, text messaging, or can help you create your new television. Men who all care about females put their happiness initially and will whatever it takes to make you feel special. Here are five of the most clear signs he wants to night out you.
Every time a man is definitely interested in a relationship, he may seek affirmation from you. He may want to know everything you think, and he will treat you differently. He may look for indications of intimacy and will take his profile off dating sites. You can tell if your guy wants an important relationship simply by paying attention to these types of signs. He’ll even quit browsing your dating profile. But if he keeps doing these things, he can serious about you.
Men who want to date ought to share all their past. If he is constantly asking you with regards to your vacation ideas, or talking about your Holiday plans actually months before hand, he really wants to date you. However , in cases where he won’t open up to you about his life, he is not ready for a marriage yet. Closeness builds a connection between the two people. If your man feels comfortable enough to share details about his past, it is a good sign he’s serious about a relationship.
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If your gentleman introduces you to his relatives, he’s interested in getting severe. He principles the point of view of his friends and family. And he won’t cover it from his family members, which is one of the obvious signals he would like a romantic relationship. You should not disregard such actions if you want to protect your romance. If you don’t feel at ease with him accomplishing this, you should consider choosing someone else.
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Until recently it had been left to the imagination as to how good the rumoured and ultimately cancelled KTM 490 Adventure could have been. Thankfully, while KTM dropped the project, their partner CFMOTO didn’t and we now see the realised potential of that platform. Check out the 450MT.
Sporting a 450cc parallel-twin engine (also found in the 450NK) CFMOTO might just be the closest to creating an ADV Unicorn for the masses. In 450MT trim the engine delivers 32.5kW (43.5hp) at 8500 rpm and 44 Nm at 6250 rpm, while dual balance shafts improve the smoothness of the 270-degree firing order.
Rolling stock comes in the form of a proper adventure-ready 21-inch front wheel paired with an 18-inch rear while suspension is a 41mm adjustable fork from KYB with 200mm of travel on offer. Ground clearance is at the pointy end of the small displacement adventure class at 230mm while the seat height is reasonably attainable at 820mm.
Weight, as always, is make or break for these bikes and the CFMOTO seems to be quite promising in this regard. With a claimed dry weight of 175kg, the 450MT should be significantly lighter than the soon-to-arrive Himalayan 450.
The CFMOTO 450MT is expected to be available at dealers across New Zealand during the second quarter of 2024. Pricing and final specifications will be confirmed closer to the bike’s local debut.
The MT-X concept also clearly leans on learnings CFMOTO has made through building KTM’s 790 platform.
CFMOTO has taken KTM’s low-slung fuel tanks and added it to their concept, which with the lightweight triple engine (just 55kg), 21-inch front wheel and dirt-oriented ergonomics should make for a highly competitive middleweight adventure bike.
Tech-wise the bike features a front end that resembles the 800MT with a full LED headlight, while the vertical 8-inch TFT dash is a touchscreen.
Suspension utilises a long-travel fork supplied by KYB, while the rear shock is from Öhlins. The braking system goes to premium Brembo brakes over the J. Juan units found on the current 800MT.
CFMOTO has a lot more in the works, with an all-new 675cc triple which puts down over 100hp at a screaming 12,300rpm also announced at the same time.
Watch this space to see if the Chinese manufacturer delivers on what looks to be a middleweight adventure unicorn! !


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Now as far as I know, this is not the official video, even though it says it is. Below is what is in the description of the video:
This video was inspired by Peter Parkkerr Films after hearing J. Cole’s album. We decided to film the song “Love Yourz” because of the message “We” as a film team feel like J. Cole was trying to get across.
This Project is a Music Video/Short-film about appreciating the life that was given to you instead of envying someone else’s life wishing it was yours.
With that last sentence there is not much more I can say about this video or this song. J. Cole as always, speaks the truth and gives us a different perspective of being rich and famous and reminds us to just appreciate what we already have. I had this song stuck in my head the other day and as I listened to it over and over, it really does help put things in perspective.


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There's very little I might want to add to the article, except to say "I told you"
This paragraph in particular caught my eye.
"Facebook owns the material on the site, including teaching notes and, potentially, research, says Lawrie Phipps, manager of the users and innovation programme at JISC. He has already advised a couple of research groups to take research notes off a site. While there are plenty of new technologies that lecturers can use in teaching, such as discussion groups, wikis, or Second Life, social networking is not one of them, he says, unless it's restricted to an institution's virtual-learning environment. "I'm on Facebook and I have a laugh with friends," he says. "But, if it comes to academic work on Facebook, it's totally inappropriate.""Read that final sentence again,
"But, if it comes to academic work on Facebook, it's totally inappropriate."


Piazzolla started a new revolution with Nuevo Tango & Libertango. Relentless, vibrant, harmonious & energetic.
Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy is famed for it’s exquisite delicacy. Music reflects serene slow falling snow with light daintiness.
Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker Ballet, a wonderful musical magic.
Ravel’s Bolero, a sensational piece of dance music (Spanish & Cuban influence).
Prokofiev’s Dance of the Knights, a piece of gorgeousness & grace.


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Soup, Keto Butter Curry851702007473For a simple, nutritious meal, warm up a bowl of Kettle & Fire Butter Curry Soup. The keto-friendly recips features chicken bone broth, masala curry, coconut cream, and grass-fed butter. Kettle and Fire packaging is made with paperboard from the certified forest and other sources.16.9 oz carton
Tasty - by AllisonI enjoyed this soup. creamy with a gentle flavor.
butter curry - by kaitlinso delicious
Too Good - by Sara-Lee RamsawakI'm super impressed with this soup. I'm not too big on curries but this curry soup is so yum. Once I ate it plain and liked it so much that I decided to add chicken chunks and veggies to the 2nd serving. It really enhanced the soup and made it that much better.
Delicious - by DerekI love Kettle and Fire soups! This is great with a little canned organic chicken added. I keep both at my office for an easy, quick lunch
Smooth texture, light flavor - by KellyThe texture is smooth, very silky. The curry flavor isn’t overly potent, but more subtle and mild. A great base to work with.


A change has come to several eastern Massachusetts restaurant locations, and two companies that focus on flatbread pizza -- and who have had a connection to each other over the years -- are in the middle of the change.
According to a poster within the Friends of Boston's Hidden Restaurants Facebook group page, the Flatbread Company outlets in Brighton, Somerville, Salem, and Georgetown are now part of American Flatbread, with a page within the American Flatbread website (which seemed to be having a privacy issue over the weekend) saying that "American Flatbread is on its own again! Waitsfield, Middlebury, and Burlington VT are joined by new American Flatbreads in Brighton, Somerville, Salem, and Georgetown MA...." It does appear, however, that locations of Flatbread Company in Amesbury and Bedford will remain as is.
American Flatbread started out in Waitsfield in 1985, with Flatbread Company being established in Amesbury in 1998; the two companies originally had a direct connection to each other, but eventually went their own ways, though a Patch article from 2013 mentioned that Flatbread Company purchased the American Flatbread brand and franchise operations that year. The post also indicated back then that plans to expand the American Flatbread brand were being discussed at the time, so this changeover may have been in the works for awhile.
In-depth news coverage of the Greater Boston Area.
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There are some songs that bypass every bit of cynicism, pretense and stylistic preference. They slip right through the portcullis bars of the psyche, and slide into the unguarded heart where nostalgia and memory live. For me, one of those songs is “Over The Rainbow.” Sure, the The Wizard of Oz plays a part in this, but an even bigger reason is Israel “IZ” Kamakawiwo’ole’s medley version of the song. Played on a tiny ukulele by giant hands, that tune is one of the reasons I first started paying attention to folk and traditional music.
Not that Adhi’s cover bears much resemblance to that version, mind you. It’s entirely his own. But I like this performance as much for the power of the song, which shines through even when given a jazzed up improv treatment.
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This video was shot entirely on the fly in early spring of 2011, as I was walking home from some social event or other down past the eateries and bars of Lexington Avenue here in Asheville. A decade ago, before gentrification completely gripped the city, Lexington was the bohemian part of the city, and where I spent most of my youth and early adult life. Simply walking down that street evokes an almost crippling level of nostalgia for me, and I rarely spend much time there there days.
It’s also not an area that’s terribly popular with buskers. There are some, but the lower-level of foot traffic makes it a much less appealing option than in front of Malaprop’s, near Pack Square, on Pritchard Park or in front of the Iron Sculpture on Wall Street. And it’s rare indeed to see a busker playing there after dark.
But on this night, there was one. And he was perfect for that chilly April evening in 2011.

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Verdict: Finding Fanny is quirky, fun, fresh but certainly not for everyone. Deflecting from “masala cinema”, Homi Adajania and the cast inject a dose of beautiful madness onto the screen. A must for those who want to watch something new!
What’s the movie about
Pocolim is a village where pointless conversations are a way of life. Nothing ever really happens here and the people of Pocolim, well, they just exist.
One night, the old postman Ferdie, receives a letter that is slipped under his door. He realizes that it is the letter he had written 46 years ago to the love of his life, Stefanie Fernandes, asking for her hand in marriage. To his utter shock, he discovers that had never been delivered. All these years Ferdie has lived a life of melancholy regret, believing that Stefanie had rejected him. He decides to find his beloved Fanny (as he fondly called her) and tell her the truth. Where would she be after 46 years? Dead? Happily married? Would she even remember him? Or is Stefanie Fernandes merely a figment of Ferdie’s imagination?
Four colorful characters from the village join the trip under random pretexts, though in actuality everyone wants a distraction from their mundane lives. A young virgin widow, a bitter mechanic, a belligerent artist and an obnoxious self-appointed ‘Lady’ of Pocolim join Ferdie as they experience various hilarious and moving events that change their lives forever.
Finding Fanny is an off the wall, comical story about a bunch of oddballs who venture out to find Stefanie Fernandes (Fanny); in the process, they discover a strange sense of solace and love amongst each other, and end up seeing a point to their previously pointless lives.
Release Date : 12 September 2014
Year : 2014
Banner : Fox Star Studios , Maddock Films
Producer : Dinesh Vijan
Finding Fanny Star Cast :
Arjun Kapoor…. Savio D’Gama
Deepika Padukone…. Angie
Naseeruddin Shah…. Ferdie
Pankaj Kapoor…. Don Pedro Cleto Colaco
Dimple Kapadia…. Rosie Eucharistica
Ranveer Singh…. Guest Appearance-Gabo
Anjali Patil…. Stefanie Fernandes
Anand Tiwari…. Priest


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MANY Wii games from the original operating system....kids grown now and just taking up space. All in cases. If u r looking for a specific title just ask. They were mostly into dancing and party games versus fantasy.
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