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Carnation is a potential cut flower that is cultivated mostly in cold regions. The offered flowers come in a variety of hues, each with its own meaning, resulting in a symbolic flower that is used all over the world to communicate love, fascination , and uniqueness. Baghel Agro Industries is one of the best Carnations Flowers Manufacturers in Barnala.
We are one of the top Carnations Flowers Wholesale Suppliers and Exporters in Barnala. These flowers are ideal for use in workplaces, drawing rooms, restaurants, offices, and hotels as a dressing. In order to manufacture these flowers, the Production regulated parameters are maintained and managed by experienced personnel.
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Organically grown produce has lower detectable levels of pesticide residue than conventionally grown produce. The produce may have residue due to pesticides approved for organic farming or because of airborne pesticides from conventional farms.
Organic foods have the same quantity of nutrients, vitamins, and minerals as non-organic meals. Organic foods usually contain fewer pesticides, fewer multidrug-resistant microorganisms, and no GMOs or foods.
Unfortunately, natural does not always imply organic, and there are no assurances. The organic food industry is the most tightly controlled. Only organic ensures that no hazardous synthetic pesticides, poisonous synthetic herbicides, or chemical NPK fertilisers are used in manufacturing, and that animals are not given antibiotics or growth hormones.
Organic products are more expensive than conventional ones.... In comparison to demand, organic food supply is restricted. Organic food production costs are often higher due to higher labour input and farmers' inability to produce enough of a particular product to minimise the overall cost.

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Broncos escape Panthers with flattering victory
The Brisbane Broncos triumphed 38-18 over the Penrith Panthers in the NRL's sixth round at CUA Stadium, but the scoreline flattered the early season favourites.
Out-played in large patches throughout the second half, the Broncos had Karmichael Hunt to thank for putting in vital tackles and scoring the try that ultimately sealed the result for Brisbane.
After a narrow run down the left flank, Steve Michaels tapped in a soft grubber for the full-back to score, killing off a sterling second half performance from the Panthers.
Justin Hodges barged over at the death to inflate a margin that flattered the Broncos.
Earlier in the half, the Panthers came out of the sheds with a bang, after going behind 24-6 in the first half following the late withdrawal of playmaker Luke Lewis.
Jarrod Sammut took the game by the scruff of the neck, chipping into space before a string of passes found Michael Jennings, who surged at pace to eventually feed Shane Elford to score straight after the restart.
The Panthers smelt an opportunity, and after dominating the second half, scored again through Jennings as they began to close the deficit to 24-18.
But Brisbane managed to stop the rot as Corey Parker slotted a penalty goal on 67 minutes, before Brisbane scored two late tries.
Hunt was crucial in the Broncos' defence of their first-half lead, as he put in three one-on-one tackles throughout the second half to stop an increasingly resurgent Penrith side.
Parker also kept his cool to nail all seven of his attempts at goal.
Early Brisbane lead
In the opening half, the slippery surface had not helped either side, but the Broncos seemed the most troubled in the opening exchanges, as a combative Penrith outfit troubled the Broncos backline.
Led by former Bronco Petero Civoniceva, Penrith seemed to slip through the Broncos defence and their early approach was rewarded with a penalty, duly converted by Michael Gordon.
The penalty was Gordon's 24th consecutive successful kick so far this season, but the Broncos struck back immediately with a contentious Antonio Winterstein try, the young winger appearing to fail in his attempt to ground the ball in the corner.
But the Broncos had been sloppy in the first ten minutes, and it was Penrith's Gordon who ultimately benefited two minutes later.
Wade Graham lobbed a high crossfield kick, only for Winterstein to fumble the ball to Gordon who slid in on the right to level the scores.
Brisbane composed themselves to totally dominate the remainder of the half, as Winterstein leapt high to score a second try, before Hodges and Alex Glenn slid over to extend the lead.
Broncos: 38 (A Winterstein 2, J Hodges 2, A Glenn, K Hunt tries; C Parker 6 conversions, penalty)
Panthers: 18 (M Gordon, S Elford, M Jennings tries; M Gordon 2 conversions, penalty)


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Jochen Lempert photographs the animal world in the most diverse contexts: from their natural habitat to the museum of natural history, from the zoo to the urban environment, in remote places or banal settings and situations. Lempert compiles his findings in a vast archive of images covering an ample spectrum, from common everyday views, to compositions that tend towards abstraction. This interest in the natural world as a subject has been further complemented by his exploration of the properties and materiality of the photographic image. Analogue, black and white, hand-printed in the darkroom, his photographs resist categorization and confront the canons of today’s aesthetic.

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Oregon is closed to razor clam digging for the rest of the month, and researchers believe such closures could become a regular occurrence as they see the number of harmful algal blooms recorded in recent years increase.
Roughly 95 percent of razor clam digging in the state occurs on the relatively flat Clatsop County beaches between the Columbia River and Seaside, where razor clam populations are the most stable. A record 2.1 million razor clams were harvested in the county last year.
This season, though, the state’s beaches have remained closed to diggers. Test results this week show levels of the marine toxin domoic acid remain high in razor clams and, in some cases, have actually gone up.
The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife, with the state Department of Agriculture, must now cycle through another two sample periods. Only if both of those periods result in “clean” razor clams will the state consider opening the beaches to diggers.
“So pretty much May is gone,” said Matt Hunter, a Department of Fish and Wildlife shellfish and phytoplankton project leader based in Astoria.
For the past 20 years, since domoic acid was first documented on the West Coast in 1991, the blooms have followed somewhat predictable patterns.
In Oregon and Washington state, they would appear in the fall, sometimes the spring, and then disappear again after a few weeks.
“Then, in 2015,” said Kathi Lefebvre, a research biologist with NOAA Fisheries’ Northwest Fisheries Science Center, “Bam!”
The largest harmful algal bloom ever recorded struck the West Coast.
This bloom shut down more than razor clam digs.
By mid-August, the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife had closed 90 miles of the state’s 157-mile-long outer coast to commercial and recreational crabbing. Millions of dollars were lost.
Domoic acid, a toxin produced by a certain type of phytoplankton, is known to cause severe brain damage and even death in sea lions and bird species that consume contaminated prey — and can do the same to humans. During the big bloom in 2015, scientists recorded the deaths of 30 large whales in the western Gulf of Alaska. It is suspected, though not certain, that domoic acid played a role in these deaths.
“The whole entire system was shaken,” Lefebvre said.
Other blooms have come and gone since, even while the effects of that big bloom continue to ripple through the ecosystem.
Besides forcing state fishery managers to cancel several recreational clam dig openers in the past two years, domoic acid has also delayed the start of two commercial Dungeness crab seasons.
Earlier this year, researchers with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and other groups linked the massive bloom to ocean conditions, specifically the higher temperatures recorded at the time. Warm water creates a climate in which pathogens and diseases flourish, further complicating the picture.
Lefebvre looks at how toxins such as domoic acid move through the food web, how they accumulate in species such as razor clams and, then, where this hits marine mammals and human health. As she and other researchers continue to see high levels of toxin persist in the water and in marine animals, they worry what it could mean for human populations.
Oregon and Washington’s safety precautions are stringent and a 20 parts per million threshold established in both states for domoic acid levels in razor clams is conservative, an abundance of caution, say fishery managers.
Oregon recently regained funding to test water and see what phytoplankton is present, testing that helps fishery managers get a vague sense of what might be coming down the road. Washington has had this testing for years but Oregon has only had it sporadically. Both states’ fish and wildlife departments test tissue samples in razor clams and crabs, as do the state departments that determine whether or not to close down razor clam digs: the Department of Agriculture in Oregon, and the Department of Health in Washington.
Instead, Lefebvre worries about people who harvest for themselves, and who may have traditional spots that don’t fall within areas monitored regularly by the states.
“People need to be aware of more risk, even with traditional harvesting practices, as the food web is contaminated more often,” she said. “Maybe their practices have been safe for many years. Things are changing.”
Washington has had a bit more luck than Oregon this year, though not much.
Digs early in the season went ahead more or less as scheduled in Washington, but by March and April, fishery managers had canceled several digs due to high levels of domoic acid. Long Beach, a popular destination for diggers, didn’t open at all until April 12.
Then, at the end of April, the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife gave razor clam diggers a six-day opening at several beaches, and increased the daily limit from 15 to 25 clams at Long Beach.
“It really was some very extraordinary circumstances,” said Department of Fish and Wildlife coastal shellfish manager Dan Ayres about the limit increase in Long Beach. Because nobody had been digging clams, there was an older population of very large clams available and Ayres said the department recognized that “the community had been deprived of the benefit of having razor clam diggers visit.”
They couldn’t offer more days, but they could offer more clams.
Then, on May 4, the Department of Fish and Wildlife closed two beaches — Long Beach and Twin Harbors — for the rest of the month when domoic acid levels shot back up again. Another beach closed after the state hit its quota there. On Tuesday, the state announced that all of Washington’s beaches were closed to razor clam digging for the rest of the month, with levels of domoic acid high up and down the coast.
The reason Washington was able to open at all while Oregon remained closed is thanks in large part to the Columbia River, which can act as a sort of barrier between the states, Hunter said.
Phytoplankton drifts. Clumps of it may be in one spot and nowhere to be found a few miles away. It may be present and not producing domoic acid. Even with the barrier created by the Columbia River, it all comes down to what’s in the water.
And what’s in the water is complicated.


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The company had posted a net profit of Rs 145.79 crore during the same period previous fiscal.
New Delhi: Consumer electrical goods maker Havells India on Monday reported a standalone net profit of Rs 171.02 crore for the quarter ended on September 30, 2017, on account of higher income.
The company had posted a net profit of Rs 145.79 crore during the same period previous fiscal, Havells India said in a regulatory filing. The company said the results are not comparable as it had acquired the consumer durable business of Lloyd Electric and Engineering.
The latest figures includes the concerned business. Net sales during the quarter under review stood at Rs 1,777.36 crore against Rs 1,559.33 crore in the year ago period.
Havells India had acquired the consumer durable business of the Lloyd Electric and Engineering for an enterprise value of Rs 1,600 crore in February.
"GST with high tax rates on electrical products continues to disrupt demand scenario with muted consumer offtake and delayed restocking at channel," Havells India Chairman and Managing Director Anil Rai Gupta said.
He further said the GST transition has been well consummated at dealer and vendor platform. Revenue from cable business during the period stood at Rs 569.34 crore while electrical consumer durable business revenue was 321.55 crore.
Revenue from switchgears was 329.85 crore whereas lighting and fixtures contributed 286.81 crore during the quarter.

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Pressure Control of a Pneumatic Actuator Using On/O Solenoid Valves
Independent thesis Advanced level (professional degree), 20 credits / 30 HE creditsStudent thesis
Nowadays a very important aspect in heavy duty vehicles is the braking system. The braking system can be divided into EBS brakes, exhaust brake and retarder, where the latter is of interest in the present Master's Thesis. This thesis presents an investigation whether it is possible to substitute today's concept, i.e. controlling the air pressure to the retarder using a proportional-valve, with two so-called on/o®-valves and a pressure sensor, which will reduce expenses and contingently hysteresis phenomena seen in the current system. A non-linear model of the Electronic Control Unit (ECU) electrical drives, and the electrical, magnetic, mechanical, and pneumatic parts of the valves, is designed. A Proportional-Integral-Derivative (PID)-controller is designed based on the derived model. Two di®erent pulsing schemes have been investigated. However, just one of the approaches together with the results from the other one is presented in this thesis. In order to improve the control performance non-linear control and prediction methods are used so that required time response and robustness is achieved. Finally the modelled current and pressure are validated against the measured data, and a verification of the controller is done on the prototypes.
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2008. , 85 p.
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Poll: Romney Takes 14-Pt Lead Among Middle Class
In early August, with our Republican analysis of the POLITICO-George Washington University Battleground Poll, we wrote “… this election will remain close until the final weeks of the campaign. There will be ups and downs for both campaigns throughout the next 13 weeks, but the basic dynamics that are driving this electorate and framing this election remain well in place.” Two conventions, and tens of millions of campaign dollars later, we continue to hold that belief. While there have been dozens of polls released during the past six weeks that have had Mitt Romney up by as much as 4 points and Barack Obama up by as much 8 or 9, those variations have had more to do with sampling variations than with real movement in the campaign.
Yes, there have been gaffes on both sides that have been the focus of both the news media and opposing campaigns, but the dynamics that have been the real drivers of the campaign, the economy and deeply negative feelings about the direction of the country, have not changed. There have also been negative stories about the internal operations, messaging and strategy of both presidential campaigns. In August, leading into the Republican convention, there were multiple stories about the Obama campaign operation and internal fights about both message and strategic direction that led one to believe the wheels were coming off. Now it is the Romney campaign’s turn.

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Before you get too excited, it's only a proof-of-concept display. The unveiling is part of a broader announcement to showcase the company's plans for the future, which center on OLED tech.
Facebook fanatics -- and, weirdly, Android purists -- looking for a functional Android phone will enjoy the HTC First. Everyone else can move along.
First Alert might be an old household brand but its new smart thermostat sounds like it's straight from the future.
Who cares about the prom king? Actor Will Smith's famous teen son Jaden trades in the traditional tuxedo for a cool superhero costume complete with a cape. Of course he does.
CNET's Dan Graziano tested the step and distance accuracy of the Apple Watch. See how it stacks up against the competition.
Spotify wants to hook you up with more than just catchy beats. For that to work for the masses, the company must know what you'll like before you do -- even if it's not music.
Shame about the supply pinch, though. Without that, sales might actually soar as high as 50 million, says a Morgan Stanley analyst.
Netflix adds 58 titles, including the new season of "Orange Is The New Black," while dropping 55. Amazon Prime picks up 26 new titles including one of the worst movies ever made, "Troll 2."
Taking on the tech industry's biggest companies might seem a fool's errand, but Russia's Yandex has reason to think its Web browser has a chance challenging Chrome.
Tinkerers and DIY lovers, this micro-PC is for you. Plus: more free music from Google Play!


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Users must hold at least 5 TOMO in order to qualify for staking rewards.
The initial distribution of TOMO staking rewards will be calculated through to 2020/08/30, with the total amount distributed equal to the staking rewards accrued during the period.
TOMO rewards are calculated daily and distributed monthly. Distributions will be completed before the 20th of each month, with the first distribution completed before August 20th.


Portuguese translation of 'glum'
1. (mood) abatido
2. (person, tone) triste
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Not that he seems particularly glum about the prospect.Times, Sunday Times (2009)
Your mood will be particularly glum if your home is in the East Midlands.Times, Sunday Times (2011)
Broken Bells Why the glum faces?Times, Sunday Times (2010)
But might one chap feel rather glum?The Sun (2012)
If this represents global culture, it's all pretty glum.Times, Sunday Times (2016)
Ihave to say I felt a bit glum.Times, Sunday Times (2013)
Perhaps the case of a dead junior doctor will put a smile back on his glum face?The Sun (2014)
There were no glum faces tonight.Times, Sunday Times (2015)
As much as his glum face likes anything that is.The Sun (2012)
He had to give up rugby, and got rather glum as a result.Times, Sunday Times (2009)
Despite the win, he looked glum.Times, Sunday Times (2007)
But scratch beneath the surface and you will find that it's still a bit glum on the other side of the Atlantic.Times, Sunday Times (2010)
It seemed all the guests wanted to sit and look glum.The Sun (2013)
It was now nearing the end of filming and, looking at the glum and exhausted faces around the film set, things had not gone well.The Sun (2015)
She left the court looking glum and without saying anything.The Sun (2011)
The couple had looked glum as they walked on the beach.The Sun (2013)
The previous night he looked glum after a meal out.The Sun (2012)
They did look a bit glum.The Sun (2006)
With just a drizzle of spectators, the stadium looked pretty glum.Times, Sunday Times (2012)
Yesterday he looked glum at training in Manchester.The Sun (2013)
Frankly it's left me a bit glum.Times, Sunday Times (2012)
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British English: glum ADJECTIVE
Someone who is glum is sad and quiet because they are disappointed or unhappy about something.
She was very glum and was obviously missing her children.
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Last week I gave you a brief rundown on my thoughts and feelings considering Shattered Grid, which only seemed fair as the book had yet to be published, now that many of you have read it I feel its only fair that I get to finally talk about it in greater detail.
If you are just tuning in then sit back and I will tell you all about Lord Drakkon. In this fantastic ongoing series Lord Drakkon has been a constant villain since the second major story arc, but his presence has truly been there since the start. Drakkon is an alternate version of Tommy, from a reality where Tommy chose to distance himself from the Power Rangers and instead return to Rita, this time willingly. A new scared and broken Tommy is putty in her hands and easily falls to the darkness, eventually killing Rita and becoming the sole supreme ruler of Earth. With little opposition Tommy now Lord Drakkon reigns supreme, though this one world would never be enough for him and eventually he decides to go after every other group of Power Rangers that has ever and will ever exist.
This particular series gave us so much and was full of surprises, some of my favorites where the new Zords, the Black Dragon, The Grave Zord and of course the final Megazord from the moon battle where truly epic. Not only did the creative team bring their A game for the action they also crafted a wonderful story that helped bring together several generations of one of the worlds most iconic superhero teams.
What makes this series so good is the sub text, the things we can all relate too. For me that is fear and how it drives us to make bad and irrational decisions. I recently stopped talking with a very good friend of mine and that opened up a whole can of worms for me, I realized that I am someone that defines themselves by the people around them, I am someone who needs these people to bring out the best in me. Now how is this relevant?
This series is literally about Tommy choosing to be alone, choosing to go full darkside and lash out against the world, not only that but at the end we see an idealized world one where he is the greatest hero and in this world he was surrounded by friends and loved ones, in fact not only that he is surrounded by the people he once spurned.
In the end the series pushes that we need to forge strong bonds with people to survive without having to fight for every inch of your existence and not only that to truly be happy we need to face our fears we cannot hide away behind the things that give us comfort weather it be power, wealth or intoxication. This is what made Lord Drakkon such a great villain, as powerful as he was he never stopped being that lost teenager reaching out for the sword of darkness from season one of the power rangers.
Away from Tommy we saw a lot of surprising depths added to the main cast of characters. Some of my favorites where seeing Kimberly from 3 different time lines, Jason step up to the role he was chosen for, alternate future Finster being weirdly close with Lord Drakkon and finally Jen Scotts and Lauren Shiba alliance with the original team was pretty awesome.
This series really took me by surprise it went from a loving revival of a series that brought me so much joy to this deep meaning series that actually has helped me grapple with a fear that for a while really over ran my life and in the end it really is worth the read.
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Automatic pocket knives are modern pocket knives which were traditionally called switchable pocket knives. These knives. The reason behind the change of the name is Switchblade act of 1958, when it became illegal in the United States for people to carry a switchblade, because gangs began to use it as an dangerous weapon.
Unlike Assisted opening knives, automatic pocket knives have a push button which is connected to the spring which further holds the blade. As soon as you press the button, the blades flips out with lightening fast speed. There is no doubt, automatic pocket knife has a better and easy mechanism but it can also be dangerous.
Attention: Don’t think of gifting this knife to someone who has no prior experience of using a switchable knife. Don’t let this knife go in the children’s hand. Also, make sure to check the state rules to don’t get into any legal trouble.
10 Best Automatic Pocket Knives:
1. Kershaw Cryo Knife
Kershaw knives are affordable and engaging with the vast collection of styles. These knives are excellent for daily tasks, and also classy enough for the formal occasions.
The 8Cr13MoV steel used in the blade is a Chinese steel. But, the blade holds a decent edge but is a little soft for our taste. The Kershaw “Speed Assist” makes the blade fly out with small effort. The blade opens extremely fast and without any resistance.The blade is quite decent if you take the price tag into consideration.
Handle & Ergonomics: The handle of the knife is pretty decent & constructed of titanium coated stainless steel. The handle is comfortable to grip, and we imagine that only those with the bigger hands will have any negative issues with grip.
A portion of the handle (knife frame) moves behind the blade to lock it into position during the use. This is a safety feature of the knife.
Overall: It is a very average budget knife with a few insufficiency. It deserves a look at it if you have a small budget. It’s slick design and lightning fast opening mechanism makes it a best automatic knife under 30$.
2. Spyderco Tenacious
Spyderco is one of the best brands out there in knives’ industry. They have been making extremely useful knives fo their customers since the beginning. Spyderco Tenacious is a good automatic opening knife in the range of 40$.
General Dimension & Blade: Spyderco Tenacious plan edge is made in the USA. The length is 197 mm (7.8 inches) when completely open and 113 mm (4.5 inches) when closed. The blade is constructed with 8CR13MOV steel which is stainless steel.
Though this steel is not excellent but still it is a medium range steel and holds the edge very well. Sufficient blade thickness unitedly with the flat grind and wide chord design give this blade added durability. The jimping on this blade is excellent, and thumb sits perfectly on the ramp, and it holds your finger in place.
Handle & Ergonomics: The handle is constructed of top quality material G-10 that makes it best ever handle to grab in the palm. Since the handle is constructed of the G-10 material, you can’t complain about the grip at all.
It sticks to the hand that helps you to complete your chores without any hassle. The knife has a smooth, gritty texture that won’t dig up your skin or chew up your pants when you put it in your pocket, and honestly, it feels very “amazing.”
Overall: The knife is made in the USA. Furthermore, handle and ergonomics are simply amazing. Also, the design of the knife is dope. The handle comes in two colors as you can see in the picture.
High-quality products, great prices, and wonderful customer service. Spyderco Tenacious just did an outstanding job to make a best automatic pocket knife.
3. Kershaw Leek
The Kershaw Leek is one of the best-selling knives of all time, without any doubt. Many of you are already be aware of Kershaw, which has fast become one of the powerhouses in US knife production.
Blade: The Blade is constructed with 14C28N Steel. Sandvik 14C28N is a stainless steel sits firmly in the upper mid-range category. The edge performance of this steel is quite remarkable; it sustain a high level of hardness and resistance to corrosion.
Handle: The handle on the Kershaw Leek is constructed from 410 stainless steel with a bead-blasted finish. But, the handle is so slippery, and it’s little difficult to maintain a safe grip on the knife.
The Kershaw Leek is a good knife. It is elegant yet robust-feeling; the blade is sharp and expertly shaped; the handle is comfortable yet compact. On top of all that, the knife is made in the USA.
And if you’re looking for an automatic pocket knife in the range between 40 to 50$, then this knife stands out.
4. Ken Onion Blur
The best about Kershaw knives is their opening mechanism which makes their knives fit in many categories. Either you are hiking, camping, backpacking, or just going to a friend’s wedding, Kershaw knives will serve you well.
General Dimension & Balde: The overall length of blade is 7.88 inches. It weighs 3.9 oz that means it pretty light. The blade of this knife is constructed of Sandvik 14C28N Steel with Tungsten DLC black coating.
It’s built quality is outstanding, opens quickly and easily, and quality of the steel is adequate, the blade shape is very attractive. Blade strength is excellent. It Arrives sharp, stays sharp, and cuts with comfort.
It has speed safe opening mechanism which makes it outstanding. The spring-assist opener has an astonishing deployment speed, flipping the blade open in a fraction of a second with comfort.
Handle & Ergonomics: The handle is construed of 6061-T6 anodized aluminum with Trac-Tec inserts. If you look at the handle, you’ll see the roughness design in added to the handle to make it rough that eventually makes it grippy in the handle.
And, if you’re knife lover you know it always feels pleasant & comfortable to hold knives with such ergonomics. The handle is available in a variety of colors too, including the olive drab model as well as desert sand, red, and black. So, if you want a sexy design, then you should definitely look forward to it.
Overall: If we look, other knives with same features and opening speed, including automatics like Microtech and ProTech, will cost three times as much. Hence, this knife is a good choice and definitely makes it to the best automatic opening knives.
But, the clip is little tighter than we thought, so you’ve to careful while tucking the knife with clip & while tucking it off.
5. Ken Onion Leek Rainbow
The time you take the Rainbow Leek out of your pocket, people will start to stare. And who can blame them? The Rainbow Leek is nothing short of sensational. In fact, when it first came out, it was chosen for Blade Magazine’s Overall Knife of the Year award.
Blade: The length of the blade is Blade Length: 3 in. (7.5 cm) Closed Length: 4 in. (10.3 cm). The blade is a razor-sharp of high-performance Sandvik 14C28N indicates it can take care of a full range of cutting tasks.
The blade pops up with comfort and closes slow protecting your fingers.The blade is also covered with rainbow kind of color that gives it an elegant look. The steel used in the blade is stainless steel. You can smoothly and easily deploy the blade with one hand.
Handle & Ergonomics: The Rainbow Leek’s handle is pure stainless steel, and it offers a super-secure frame lock, as well as a Tip-Lock slider, which locks the blade closed when folded, for additional safety.
The entire knife picks up fingerprints like a mirror but wipes off on a t-shirt very easily. The handle isn’t grippy but feels comfortable in the hand.
Overall: Outstanding design with elegant color on the knife. The Blade is good and holds the edge very well. However, the handle is not that grippy. It’ll not stick to the hand when the handle is wet.
6. Buck/Tops CSAR-T
As a collaboration between Idaho companies Buck Knives and TOPS Knives, the CSAR-T is a heavy duty folding knife that uses an ATS-34, stainless-steel, Tanto-style blade measuring 3.8 inches long and 0.175 inches thick with a Zirblast Finish for extra corrosion resistance that’s heat treated to a Rockwell hardness (Rc) of 59-61.
Blade: The blade is constructed of modified Tanto 154CM Steel Blade with the Zirblast finish. It comes under the category of tactical knives, so if you’re looking for a best hunting knives, then this knife is for you, definitely.
The construction of this knife is amazingly solid, and the knife blade locks up like Alcatraz. The liner lock is surprisingly thick and the sound this knife makes when it locks is incredibly hard.
Handle & Ergonomics: It’s handle’s quality is pretty amazing. The handle is constructed with Stainless Steel Frame Handle with Rocky Mountain Tread G10 Overlays. It maintains an excellent grip no matter if wet or oily. The “Rocky Mountain” scales that Top’s carves into this G10 handle really do afford an excellent grip
The “Rocky Mountain” scales that Top’s carves into this G10 handle really do afford an excellent grip. There is a great jimping (on top and the bottom) that provides great security with zero slippage.
Overall: This is a tough use tool/knife equipped to take punishment and is perfect for camping or going into combat and meant to be used for hard work. If you are looking for a great automatic pocket knife that you can give to your son who will give it to your grandchild, then look no further. This is an excellent best automatic pocket knife under 100$
7. Zero Tolerance ZT0350TS
Zero tolerance is one of the popular editions is the knife industry. The 0350 is fully furnished with SpeedSafe for one-handed opening. Even in combat gloves, you can easily deploy the blade using the large, ambidextrous thumb stud or blade protrusion.
Note: The owner of Kershaw Knives, Kai USA Ltd. is headquartered in Oregon and also owns Shun Knives and Zero Tolerance Knives. And, Zero tolerance is one the best knives in the world right now.
Blade: The blade is constructed with S30V stainless-steel. Like said before, even in combat gloves, you can easily deploy the blade using the large, ambidextrous thumb stud or blade protrusion. The blade and cutting performance are amazing. In simple words, the blade is quite Sharp and tough, and among the best blades, we have used.
Handle & Ergonomics: Knife fits into the hand very well, the blade protrusion & grippy g10 handles make this knife very convenient to hold, feels very familiar in your hand, even with gloves on. This knife completely denies to let go of from the hand.
There is no better knife we have ever handled regarding grip than this knife. The G10, the jimping, and the flipper/blade guard work quite well.
The spring clip is tight but for a reason, holds well to thin nylon jacket pockets and has good clamping force. It Includes a quad mounting system for tip-up, tip-down, left- or right-handed clip carry.
Overall: If you are looking for a super durable knife and don’t mind the weight then this knife is a good choice. And also, if you want an excellent heavy duty knife this is a great choice. This is an exceptional all around knife, and whereas it is overbuilt, it is not so large as to be difficult to carry.
It’s a super-comfortable cutting knife and its S30V blade keeps on going like an Energizer Bunny. If you’ve budget, we highly recommend you to buy this knife.
8. Zero Tolerance #0452CF
Zero Tolerance #0452CF Sinkevich is an award winning knife. In our list, it makes it to the best automatic opening knife under 200$. If you’re looking for a high quality, and sexy design knife then this knife is for you, mean it. It has excellent steel made by Crucible and designed specifically for knife making.
Blade: The blade length is 4.1 Inch (10.4 cm); Closed Length: 5.2 Inch (13.2 cm); Overall Length: 9.3 Inch (23.6 cm). The blade is constructed of S35VN, stonewashed and satin finish is given to the blade. S35VN steel sharpens to a razor edge, holds it, and can be resharpened quickly.
The deployment mechanism is really incredible. The blade flies open and very open very smoothly. The blade is razor sharp and holds the edge very well. A perfect blade for an automatic pocket knife.
Handle & Ergonomics: The handle is carbon fiber with a stonewashed titanium frame lock. The 0452CF opens as smooth as butter with the KVT ball-bearing opening system and built-in flipper. The handle is very grippy it never slips from the hand.
Overall: If you’ve budget around 200$, then this is #1 choice for the automatic knife. The knife is big, and if your hands are big, then it will be an added advantage for you.


The International Maritime Organization (IMO), part of the United Nations, approved a joint proposal by the United States and Russia to establish two-way shipping lanes across the Bering Sea and into the Arctic Ocean late last week. The newly adopted measure, bound to come into effect on Dec 1, specifies six two-way routes and six areas of precaution and aims to improve safety of navigation and reduce the risk of incidents and collisions.
While the use of these shipping lanes is voluntary, the measure is seen as the first step to a more comprehensive traffic-management route-system, which are common in densely traveled areas, such as the North Sea, the English channel, or the Baltics.
"As climate change makes Arctic waters accessible for new industrial activity, increased shipping traffic in the Bering region creates an urgent need for regulations to stay one step ahead of this growth," confirms Elena Agarkova, senior program officer for shipping in the US Arctic Program at the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF). "Today’s measures are a first step toward protecting these biologically diverse and culturally important waters."
Modern navigational charts
The shipping lanes are designed to help vessels steer clear of various shoals, reefs, and islands. Shallow waters with depths as little as 18 feet of water, especially in the eastern Bering Sea, also represent a danger to maritime traffic as large vessels, which have larger drafts, venture into the Arctic. While many parts of the Arctic Ocean have only been mapped to a resolution of one mile and thus lack accurate and detailed navigational charts, the suggested routes have been surveyed with modern technology. The newly established routes ensure a water depth of at least 60 feet, sufficient for all but the very largest vessels in operation today.
"Large vessels will now have lanes charted to modern standards and Areas to Be Avoided that can keep them from navigating too close to ecologically sensitive underwater habitat," states Eleanor Huffines, senior officer with Pew Charitable Trusts’ U.S. Arctic program.
It took the U.S. Coast Guard nearly a decade to identify challenges due to increasing traffic and to designate safe corridors. The joint proposal was derived from the Coast Guard port access route study and was submitted in November 2017.
Making the Bering Sea safer
Traffic through the Bering Sea has seen a rapid increase in traffic over the past decade necessitating the newly-established shipping lanes. Transit traffic more than tripled between 2008 and 2016 from 220 vessels to more than 600 ships. With the opening of Yamal LNG and the future Arctic LNG 2 facility the Bering Strait will see more than 1000 transits within the next five years, the U.S. Coast Guard expects.
In addition to large vessels carrying hydrocarbon resources out of the Arctic, the Bering Sea is also host to a large number of smaller non-fishing and fishing vessels. Together these vessels accounted for more than 110,000 individual voyages in the waters between Russia and Alaska in 2014 and 2015.
"We have observed a steady increase in Arctic shipping activities over the last decade, and these routing measures were jointly developed in response to this increased activity," say Mike Sollosi, the chief of the U.S. Coast Guard Navigation Standards Division.
In addition to the routes and areas of precaution the IMO also designated three areas to be avoided based on recommendations by the U.S. Coast Guard around the areas of Nunivak, King and St. Lawrence islands.
The voluntary shipping corridors can be but the first step to enhancing safety of navigation in the Bering Sea and a full-fledged Traffic Separation Scheme (TSS) or a geographically more focused Vessel Traffic Service are the next logical steps.
"WWF urges continued collaboration in this area to ensure that additional spatial designations and other regulatory measures are put in place to reduce the risks for the region," confirms Dr. Simon Walmsley, WWF’s senior advisor for Arctic sustainable development.
Under a TSS, implemented by the IMO and used to regulate shipping in busy and narrow waterways, vessels are required to sail in the same direction within the TSS and steer clear of specified areas with opposing traffic.
Such a system has been successfully operated along the Norwegian coast line since 1978. Today Norway operates five VTS centers, with the newest one in Vardø opening in 2007. That facility monitors the majority of all tankers and other hazardous traffic along the country’s entire coastline and around the archipelago of Svalbard.


[Fast 3D surface rendering for CT or MR image on a personal computer].Space Med Med Eng (Beijing). 2002 Aug; 15(4):296-9.SM
Objective. To design a 3D surface reconstruction algorithm capable of reconstructing 3D shapes of the organs, bones and tissues rapidly from CT or MR image on a personal computer. Method. By transforming and decomposing the projection of the discrete 3D data field into shear transformation and warp transformation, a Shear-Warp algorithm realizing the 3D reconstruction was established. The algorithm reduce the amount of computation obviously. The 3D surface was reconstructed by using the principle of the parallel projection, basing on the Shear-Warp algorithm. Shear transformation was performed on the volume data at first. Then the warped 3D surface was obtained by making a threshold in the sheared space. The brightness of the 3D surface was calculated using Phong brightness model, and the final image was generated through the Warp transformation. Result. A direct 3D surface reconstruction algorithm was established basing on a principle of projection from the Shear-Warp algorithm, which was able to display 3D surface on a personal computer rapidly. Conclusion. Compared with other surface reconstruction algorithms, the proposed algorithm has the advantages of no preprocessing, no intermediate data are generated in the reconstruction. With this new algorithm, it is possible to realize fast 3D surface rendering for medical images on a personal computer without the support of any hardware accelerator.


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Watercolor: Tips, Tricks and Techniques
10 am - 3 pm
No middle-value blah paintings here! Learn some of the fun techniques used when painting with watercolors, including masking sections of your work to “save the white,” creating various textures, and pushing those values. Together we will work on a 15 x 22” image and create small samples of various techniques for you to refer back to later.
Saturday, July 18
10 am – 3 pm
Instructor: Ronnie Rector
Ages: Adult (15+) | Working knowledge of watercolor painting is recommended:
Supply list: 1 or 2 Artist-Quality Watercolors and Brushes, Size 8 and 6 Rounds are Great; a 2” or 3” Hake Brush and an Inexpensive Rigger for Masking, 1 piece 16×20” Foam Core or Other Stiff Board to Mount Paper to, Masking Tape, Masking fluid, Small container of salt, Small bar of soap (hotel sized type), Generously sized container for water, 1 sheet graphite transfer paper, Ball-point pen for tracing image (suggest blue or red to see where you’ve traced), Spray bottle for water (small Windex bottle works great), Blow dryer, Watercolor paper – 2 ½ sheets of Arches 140 lb. cold press highly recommended – buy 1 full 22”x30” sheet and cut it in half for two 15”x22” sheets, Masking tape, Masking fluid, 1 clean baby food jar or similar small container with secure lid


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Wells Fargo & Company (NYSE: WFC) is a leading global financial services company headquartered in San Francisco (United States). Wells Fargo has offices in over 30 countries and territories. Our business outside of the U.S. mostly focuses on providing banking services for large corporate, government and financial institution clients. We have worldwide expertise and services to help our customers improve earnings, manage risk, and develop opportunities in the global marketplace. Our global reach offers many opportunities for you to develop a career with Wells Fargo. Join our diverse and inclusive team where you will feel valued and inspired to contribute your unique skills and experience. We are looking for talented people who will put our customers at the center of everything we do. Help us build a better Wells Fargo. It all begins with outstanding talent. It all begins with you.
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About Wells Fargo India
Wells Fargo India enables global talent capabilities for Wells Fargo Bank NA., by supporting business lines and staff functions across Technology, Business Services, Risk Services and Product, Analytics and Modeling (PAM). We are operating in Hyderabad, Bengaluru and Chennai locations.
Enterprise Business Technology within the Enterprise Information Technology (EIT) business is responsible for supporting Enterprise technology initiatives related to messaging & collaboration, risk technology, corporate systems data, and various internal systems and tools.
About the Role
This role will act as a lead in providing application guidance and consultation, utilizing a thorough understanding of applicable technology and tools. In addition, this individual needs to work with technical leads, business analysts, system analysts, DBA's, infrastructure and other cross-department teams to evaluate business needs and provide end-to-end mobile application solutions.
Engineering support for Mobility platform Initiatives. You will support the design and implementation activities for the core infrastructure, as well as the necessary changes to the Mobility Portals & associated dependencies.
Responsible to provide sustainment engineering activities once the project is completed.
Agree to a delivery method and oversee the delivery of the patch in accordance with enterprise SLA guidelines
Address any technical escalations and exception requests, ensuring the patching effort completes according to time and schedule
Analyze market trends related to mobility and provide expertise as it relates to internal mobility solutions.
Identify and pursue opportunities for automation and simplification of the processes.
Develop new documentation, departmental technical procedures and user guides.
Provide mentorship and technical leadership to other less experienced technical staff within the team.
Manage individual workloads and deliver upon agreed delivery dates.
Lead initiatives from requirements, through implementation.
Creation of change documentation to support turnover for operations team to execute.
Experience of 6-8 years in Mobile or Systems Engineering
Knowledge of enterprise mobility architecture.
Knowledge of designing and implementing Blackberry UEM server or Microsoft Intune to a production environment
Knowledge of Android/iOS patching over large environments
Knowledge of Windows Administration, Firewall, Web Proxy, Azure Active directory
Experienced in QA / system testing, system promotion, SDLC, Autosys, Azure SaaS, etc.
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Wells Fargo & Company (NYSE: WFC) is a diversified, community-based financial services company with $1.9 trillion in assets. Wells Fargo’s vision is to satisfy our customers’ financial needs and help them succeed financially. Founded in 1852 and headquartered in San Francisco, Wells Fargo provides banking, investment and mortgage products and services, as well as consumer and commercial finance, through 7,400 locations, more than 13,000 ATMs, the internet (wellsfargo.com) and mobile banking, and has offices in 32 countries and territories to support customers who conduct business in the global economy. With approximately 260,000 team members, Wells Fargo serves one in three households in the United States. Wells Fargo & Company was ranked No. 29 on Fortune’s 2019 rankings of America’s largest corporations. News, insights and perspectives from Wells Fargo are also available at Wells Fargo Stories.
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A man faces trial for the alleged manslaughter of his childhood friend, who he allegedly punched when out celebrating his 21st birthday.
Patrick Conway, 22, of St John’s Road, East Molesey, is one of seven men facing trial at Kingston Crown Court for their alleged parts in a brawl after which St Mary’s University College student Patrick Lawless died.
The other defendants are from Epsom, East Sheen and Richmond.
The court heard 30 people from two groups who were celebrating several birthdays were involved in the brawl, which started outside the Royal Oak in Teddington High Street at about 9.50pm on November 10, 2012, and makes up the bulk of the charges in the trial.
Prosecuting, Bobbie Cheema said: “This is a case about a group of ordinary young men out celebrating their own birthdays and the birthdays of others.
“They can see their lives and the lives of those around them destroyed by a combination of drink and mindless violence.
“There were three episodes of violence. By the end, one man lay dying. Another two had been seriously injured and the local residents in the area where all of this took place had had to witness two dozen or so young people turn this into a frightening place.”
The jury watched video footage of the brawl, which moved down an alleyway before returning to the high street, where Mr Lawless and his friend James Hales were seen chasing a man called Scott Clutterbuck.
The pair allegedly hit Mr Clutterbuck at the same time, in what Ms Cheema described as a “sickening punch” and Hales then used a crutch as a weapon to hit another man, Kieran Newport, the court heard.
Ms Cheema said: “It appeared that Patrick Lawless at that time was actually trying to encourage a fight.
“The events were witnessed by a number of members of the public who will describe it to you as scary, crazy and vile, like a massive riot and very frightening."
The jury heard Hales pleaded guilty to his part in the violence so would not be included in the trial.
The court heard Mr Lawless and some of his friends then moved up the high street when police arrived and had a drink in the Kings Head at about 11pm. Ms Cheema said at this time Mr Lawless was drunk, boasted about the earlier events outside the Royal Oak, tried to get someone in a headlock and got into an argument with a taxi driver.
Inigo Anderson, 21, of Queenswood Avenue, Hampton, who faces one charge of assault occasioning actual bodily harm, caught up with the group and was alleged to have punched Mr Lawless in the face, breaking his nose. He denied the charge.
Ms Cheema said: “Whether or not he was acting in self defence the blow that he threw was disproportionate to the threat that Patrick Lawless, that drunk man, posed to him at that time.”
The court heard Mr Lawless then walked further down the high street to Field Lane, where Patrick Conway's girlfriend approached him to calm him down.
Mr Lawless, who was bleeding through his mouth and nose, spat in her face and sat down on a low wall.
The court heard how Mr Conway shouted at Mr Lawless “that’s my girlfriend, you spat at my girlfriend”, to which Mr Lawless replied with obscene language, before Mr Conway hit him.
Ms Cheema said: “Patrick Conway hit Patrick Lawless with a clenched fist and the delivery of that punch caused Patrick Lawless to slump to the floor. The Crown say that is the fatal punch.”
Mr Lawless suffered a broken nose, bruised forehead and bleeding to the brain, the court heard. His condition deteriorated in hospital and his life support machine was switched off on November 12.
The court heard Mr Lawless drank a litre of brandy and coke at home with one other friend before heading out to the pub that evening and he was three times the legal driving limit.
Mr Lawless knew Mr Anderson and had been friends with Mr Conway since they were 11 years old, which Ms Cheema said was one of the “tragic” aspects of the case.
The trial continues and defence solicitors are yet to speak.
The defendants and charges in full
Five defendants face one charge of violent disorder each.
They are Aaron Noonan, 21, of Brick Farm Close, Richmond, Ben Axelrod, 26, of Station Approach, Epsom, Callum Hurley, 20, of Fulmer Close, Hampton, Max Mears, 19, of Temple Sheen Road, East Sheen, and Edward Barry Thompson-Membery, 22, of Pollard Street, Bethnal Green.
Patrick Conway denies one charge of manslaughter but has admitted one count of violent disorder.
Inigo Anderson denies one count of ABH.
James Hales has admitted one count of violent disorder, one count of grievous bodily harm and one count of wounding with intent.

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In this episode of Tales from the Hard Side our MD, Rafiq Ahmed, is joined by WasteWizer Technologies Co-Founders Thomas Spencer, CEO, and Jay Brenner, President. WasteWizer is an Atlanta-based IoT HaaS company that designs internet-connected scales to monitor and collect weight data on heavy containers. Access to this on-demand weight data eliminates transport of dangerous loads, reduces fuel consumption and carbon emissions, and optimizes business operations.
Key takeaways from this conversation include:
- WasteWizer identified a problem in the scrap/waste market, and set out to solve it with the BinBar
- The team emphasized flexibility, both in terms the roles each team member took, as well as iterating the product (BinBar was initially integrated into the containers but was then pivoted to a detached assembly for initial product launch)
- Dipalo’s Residency program validated product design and created a comprehensive design for manufacturing plan
- As WaseWizer thinks through next steps, the focus will be on connecting with investors and building out the team, in particular with software talent
You can also find the full conversation here


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Wednesday, November 21, 2007
Book Review: Fathom Five
by James Bow
Fathom Five is a 2007 Cybils nominee.
Fifteen-year-old Peter McAllister is an orphan. His parents were hit by a car when he was nine, and he lives with his uncle, who travels a lot. But Peter has a good friend in Rosemary, so he never really feels alone. Peter's relationship with Rosemary is changing, though. Each is attracted to the other, but neither wants to admit it. Peter finally takes a chance and kisses Rosemary, but when she rejects him, their relationship becomes strained, and Peter feels like he's lost his only friend.
When his old babysitter, Fiona, shows up out of the blue and tells him that he's really a siren changeling, and that it's time for him to come home, Peter eagerly accompanies her to the siren's world. The lonely teen has finally found a place where he belongs. But Rosemary doesn't believe Fiona, and sets off on a difficult journey to the siren world to find Peter and try to convince him to come home.
Fathom Five is an exciting book and a quick read. The teen relationship issues feel real, and the story is well-paced. This isn't just a relationship book, however. There's plenty of action, and a theme of belonging and finding your place in the world. I highly recommend this book for teens who like fast-paced fantasy with realistic teen characters dealing with coming of age issues.

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cMet emerges as the latest genetic mutation that could soon see targeted treatments become available.
A patient death notwithstanding, Chi-Med reckons results from the Tatton study justify its US registration strategy.
Experimental therapeutics from Bridgebio, Incyte and Johnson & Johnson, all targeting FGFR, show promise in patients whose tumours are driven by this genetic…
Chi-Med is not alone in seeing Chinese approval as the prelude to a regulatory green light in the west.
Novartis hails the most advanced alpha-directed PI3K inhibitor after success in breast cancer, but it’s not the only one.

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|Theatre Now New York (TNNY) is pleased to announce the top 10 musical finalists chosen for SOUND BITES 6.0, the Sixth Annual Festival of 10-Minute Musicals. The SOUND BITES 6.0 Adjudication Committee selected the top 10 finalists for this year’s festival from a record-breaking number of submissions. This one-night only event, now in its sixth year, will be held on Tuesday, April 2, 2019 at 7:00pm at Merkin Hall at Kaufman Music Center, 129 West 67th Street, New York, NY 10023, and showcases 10 new musicals by up-and-coming musical theatre writing teams.|
SOUND BITES 6.0 grants composers, lyricists, and librettists the unique opportunity to showcase their work in front of a live audience of theatre-goers and industry professionals. These 10 finalists will compete for top festival honors, including Best Musical, Best Direction, Best Book, Best Choreography, Best Actor, Best Actress, Best Music, and Best Lyrics. The award winners will be determined by votes from a judging panel of industry professionals. The audience will also vote for their favorite musical, which will earn the coveted Audience Choice Award. A musical is not limited on the number of awards it can receive.
Finalists will also join an alumni network of musical theatre writing teams, actors, directors and choreographers from festivals of years past. Each SOUND BITES 6.0 finalist may also receive further development opportunities in the future.
SOUND BITES 6.0 TOP 10 FINALISTS:
Ant and Grasshopper
Book & Lyrics by A. J. Freeman, Music by Dimitri Landrain
Ant and Grasshopper (from Fables) is based on the classic tale by Aesop. Hardworking, miserable Ant meets fun-loving, irresponsible Grasshopper. Together they learn that everyone needs both discipline and creativity, and that life is better shared with a friend!
Behind The Bar
Book & Lyrics by Audrey Martells, Music by Audrey Martells & Etienne Stadwijk
A single mother struggles to raise her two sons in the middle of the civil rights era. One son is at the forefront of the fight for justice, while the other has huge dreams of being a dancer and changing the world through art.
Book by Will Lacker, Music & Lyrics by Dylan Glatthorn
Two struggling songwriters live in the same apartment decades apart. In one magical night, their voices connect through time and they begin a collaboration that leaves them forever changed.
Book by Anderson Cook, Music & Lyrics by Ben Lapidus & Amanda D’Archangelis
In 1856, John Brown, the rage-filled, anarchistic abolitionist, personifies punk rock. He’s tired of debates, marches, and protests to end slavery – so he’s taking his family to Kansas and going to drive the pro-slavery Border Ruffians from its borders, by any means necessary. But his fervor ignites conflict quickly – leading to the death of one of his children, and a violent rampage across the territory that sets the stage for the brutality of the Civil War.
Book & Lyrics by Talaura Harms, Music by Jonathan Bauerfeld
Charlotte is secretly in love with the librarian. She rejects the idea of romance until three of literature’s “greatest” lovers escape from their books to convince her to take a chance on love.
Eighth Grade President
Book & Lyrics by Jacey Powers, Music & Lyrics by Ashkon Davaran
Madison is an eighth grade girl who wants to change the world, but worries she needs literal balls to do it. In a world of Tamagotchis and Trapper keepers, Madison wrestles the familiar eighth grade demons—an uncertain self-identity, low-self esteem, popular girls, gym class, periods and of course, boys who work half as hard to get twice as much.
Gollum Owned a Tropical Smoothie
Book, Music, & Lyrics by Ethan Crystal & Garrett Poladian
Gollum Owned a Tropical Smoothie tells the story of Ian (a regular high school kid) and Kyle (a stoner college dropout) working at a Tropical Smoothie in Panama City Beach, Florida. Together, along with Ian’s older sister Gabby, they explore love, life, weed, smoothies, and what it means to grow up. Oh…and their boss is Gollum.
Jack & Jill
Book & Lyrics by Zackry Childers, Music by Patrick Thompson
Frustrated with their small cottage and strict parents, Jack and Jill run away from home; wishing for a life free of rules and full of adventure. But, when they stumble upon a wishing well in the darkest part of the forest, they quickly realize they should be careful what they wish for…
Maya & Me
Book & Music by Cheeyang Ng, Book & Lyrics by Kathy Ng
Maya & Me is an exploration of one Chinese-American girl’s relationship with an iconic piece of public art. As she digs deeper for answers she may never find, her connection with Maya Lin blossoms into something she has never expected.
The Only Thing That Matters
Book, Music, & Lyrics by Chris Kerrigan
Three adult sisters have dinner together at one of their homes in the suburbs. Kerri, the middle child and black sheep of the family is determined to not be undermined by the judgments and critiques of her two more well-adjusted and successful sisters. But as soon as alcohol and discussions of social issues descend upon the evening, all bets are off.
|Producing SOUND BITES 6.0 is Theatre Now New York Producing Artistic Director, Thomas Morrissey, who has helped develop and produce new plays and musicals, including the East Coast Premiere of Kingdom, the world premiere of The Last Sunday in June, and the East Coast Premiere of The Break-Up Notebook, Chris Giordano, Theatre Now New York Producing Director, who co-produced SOUND BITES 4.0 and 5.0 and TNNY’s Rotating Rep Series, which included musicals: We Have Apples, Kragtar: An American Monster Musical, and Thicket & Thistle’s What’s Your Wish?, and Liz Doyle, Theatre Now New York Managing Director.|
Theatre Now New York provides emerging, mid-career and established writers with on-stage opportunities to further artistic growth, critical resources, as well as advocacy, promotion, and organizational support during and well beyond production. TNNY strives to promote new works by engaging theatre-going audiences, industry professionals and the theatrical community at large by facilitating the creation, development, and production of new theatrical works, specifically the production of fully staged works.
For more information about Theatre Now New York, visit www.tnny.org.
Kaufman Music Center stimulates appreciation of and participation in music through music performance and education in ways that awaken creativity, advance innovation and create a sense of wonder among performers, students, teachers and the public at large. At Kaufman Music Center, music lovers – from curious fans to renowned performers – come together to explore their musical passions. Founded in 1952 as a community music school, today’s Kaufman Music Center is home to Merkin Hall, Lucy Moses School, Special Music School, and Face the Music.
Merkin Hall’s innovative programming, intimate scale and near perfect acoustics have earned it a reputation as one of New York City’s finest concert venues. Noted in the New York Times for its “reputation for avant-gardism of a cool and cerebral nature,” Merkin presents adventurous work—including many world premieres—by contemporary composers and some of today’s most acclaimed and inspiring performers. In addition to cutting-edge new music, Merkin Hall presents some of the best new talents in the classical world, celebrations of musical theater with Broadway’s top professionals and lively musical revues for children and families.
For more information about Kaufman Music Center, visitwww.KaufmanMusicCenter.org.
SOUND BITES 6.0 The Sixth Annual Festival of 10-Minute Musicals Announces The 10 Finalists


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Having a home library is the ultimate dream, for you, for Belle from Beauty and the Beast, and certainly for me, which isn't surprising considering that I write about design for a living (words plus interiors, sign me up). But really, who doesn't want a special room dedicated to D.E.A.R. time? That's "Drop Everything and Read" for anyone who doesn't remember this very cherished thirty-five minute staple in grade school curriculums, where you could show off your book fair loot. So we rounded up a collection of 45 chic home libraries, and they are so much more stylish than the average book pile. Whether your home is traditional, modern, or somewhere in between, we've got the ultimate book-curation inspiration with these book storage and home library design ideas ahead.
"The room doesn't get a lot of light, so I decided to make it cozy and turned it into an English-style portrait room, which is ridiculous, but fun," says celebrity chef Alex Hitz. He lined his study with books from floor to ceiling and then hung a portrait of his friend Nan Kempner by Peter Rogers. Across from the armchairs is a statement wall upholstered Gastón y Daniela's Tree of Life fabric.
From the inky stained wood to the modern side chair and clean-lined ladder, this home library designed by Fiona Lynch is a gorgeous contemporary take on traditional design.
This library designed by Studio Seilern has so many glorious hidden quirks. In fact, the room itself is a secret, as you enter through a door disguised as a bookshelf. And though there are only two levels, the mirrored ceiling gives the illusion of a never-ending tower of books.
Display your books on sculptural etageres and shelving units instead of opting for the classic built-in look. If anything in this world deserves to be on a beautiful pedestal, it's your books.
Give it a scholarly twist with globes sprinkled into the mix and then continue the retro-inspired feel (plus save some money) by repurposing old bottles as decor.
The book-print wallpaper sets the cozy scene in this reading nook designed by Martyn Lawrence Bullard.
In this bedroom designed by Tamsin Johnson, the elaborate, moody bookshelf contrasts with the modern bedskirt and pale blush pink and white color scheme. Take note if you don't have a separate room dedicated to books but still want your collection to have a special home.
Opt for a modular shelving system for a clean, linear aesthetic, as exemplified in this space designed by Hecker Guthrie. It's perfect for a home study, where storage is of utmost importance.
This modern home library went wild with print, pattern, texture, and more. The leather chesterfield sofa asserts a timeless look, and is a classic choice for a study, while the blue velvet chairs and glass table feel decidedly modern.
In this contemporary California sitting room designed by Corinne Mathern, the library collection complements the neutral, earth-toned color scheme throughout the space. The decorative items adorning the bookshelves also create visual flow so that the built-ins feel like they're fully integrated.
No space goes unused in this eye-catching study. The built-in cubbies framing the doorway and under the stairs create visual impact and keep useable floor space clutter-free.
Mirroring your ceiling will make a small home library feel larger while also adding a modern touch. Take note from this one designed by Tamsin Johnson.
Set up a cozy reading nook near your book collection and a window with good light. A comfy chair, lamp, and a side table for a mug officially designate it as a reading spot.
If you have a little architectural quirk like this empty nook in a space designed by Arent & Pyke, put it to use by building in some floating shelves.
This NYC dining room features wall-to-wall bookshelves so the space can be used as a formal entertaining area as well as a study.
Cameron Ruppert Interiors transformed this dining room and its shelves into a jewel box, thanks to the vibrant, reflective blue lacquer. It pops out against the animal-print carpet and floral wallpaper in the distance.
Customize seating with open storage for books in a small study, guest room, or even an entry way.
Similarly, if you don't have enough space to store all your books but do have super high ceilings, use that vertical space! Here Crosby Studios broke up the powdery blue monochrome with a white cubby lining the tippy-top of the wall.
"Not￼￼hing transports like a deep red room," says designer Mary McDonald of the sumptuous library in a Beverly Hills home. The window was covered with a bamboo shade to create an artful backdrop for the photograph by Augusta Wood.
In a bold Nantucket home, designer Gary McBournie transformed a former bedroom into a library with the help of a memorable fabric by Bob Collins & Sons. The space includes hidden doors that lead to a full bathroom and closet.
In this bedroom designed by Cameron Ruppert Interiors, the bookshelves are built to accomodate architectural quirks, tracing the shape the sloped ceiling. And it's strategically located right next to the window reading nook.
In this formal loft by Maltsev Design, the book shelves stretch all the up the high ceilings that span two levels, accentuating its height even further.
"I wanted it to feel like being wrapped in a warm blanket," says Melissa Rufty of this Southern library. Plush fabrics like velvet and faux fur complement walls in Benjamin Moore's Mink. Rufty also designed the coffee table and had it custom painted with a faux-horn effect.
In a New York home, custom chairs flank a sofa in a Claremont mohair, its vibrant hue playing off bookshelves lacquered in a custom color by Fine Paints of Europe.
A Victorian fireplace became the building block for an Atlanta library. Shon Parker embellished the small space — separated with a curtain in a Kravet silk — by covering the walls in a Thibaut paper. A geometric wallpaper from Cole & Son also peeks through between the ceiling beams.
In Ellen Niven's Long Island house, bookcase arches in the library mimic Belgian castle windows. Niven adores the leather-bound books she inherited, but says, "I didn't want the room to be dark or stiff," so she introduced inviting colors to make it a favorite retreat.
Wesley Moon refreshed a dated interior by installing built-in shelves around a custom sofa. The wool tartan upholstery by Holland & Sherry matches a geometric Stark carpet. The Eames chair is covered in a navy boiled wool.
The unconventional but so elegant combination of blue and orange adds interest to a Georgian revival home's study. The sofa and armchairs are upholstered in a Jasper stripe for a timeless look.

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Be it squash, water or something alcoholic like a long island iced tea. Drinking it out of a VW campervan glass leaves our face full of glee!
With plenty of campervan drinking glasses and cup designs to choose from including this fantastic Official VW Glassware Set.
Perfect set for drinking a nice cool drink at a VW Festival or maybe a classic VW cocktail.
Volkswagen Campervan Highball Drinks Glasses Set (Set of 2 Glasses)
Volkswagen Multi Campervan Design
- Highball Drinks Glasses Set
- Two Highball Glasses Included
- VW Campervan Design
- 350ml Capacity Glass
- Volkswagen on the Glass
- Dishwasher Safe
- Comes in Presentation / Gift Box
- Officially Licensed by VW
Product Dimensions (Approx):
- Glass: 15.5cm(H) x 7cm(DIA)
- Glass Capacity: 350ml
Other Volkswagen Campervan drinks glasses and drinking mugs are also available.

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Academy 1/35 M3 Grant Kit First Look
|Date of Review||September 2010||Manufacturer||Academy|
|Kit Number||13228||Primary Media||Styrene|
|Pros||Still the best M3 on the market in 1/35 scale; figures added to this release||Cons||Nothing noted|
|Skill Level||Basic||MSRP (USD)||$54.00|
The M3 medium tank was a pre-World War 2 design used by the United States Army as the backbone of its early armor corps. When the war broke out in Europe, the US provided the British Army with the M3 which the British named the 'General Lee'. These initial tanks were an interim solution until the M3 could be produced to British specifications and these updated tanks were named 'General Grant'.
Despite reservations within the British Army over the tall stature of the Grant/Lee tank, the tank was a major contributor to the defeat of the Afrika Korps as the tank was better armed and better protected than the British tanks available at the time as well as the German tanks depoyed in the desert.
The M3 chassis would later be used in a variety of roles, not the least of which was the basis of the M7 Priest, while the M3 was replaced by the M4 Sherman. You can see the heritage of the early Sherman in the lower chassis of the Grant/Lee. Over 6,000 M3 medium tanks were produced with over 2,800 serving with the British Army and over 1,300 with the Soviet Army.
In Soviet service, the M3 wasn't as effective against the heavier armor of the German panzer divisions and the tank was evidently nicknamed the 'grave for seven brothers' before it was withdrawn to low-threat service.
Academy has re-released their 1/35 M3 Grant kit and have done one update over its original release. Molded in light gray styrene, this kit is presented on nine parts trees, plus a separately molded lower hull and vinyl track. One of the nine trees is a MiniArt sprue with five figures from their 'British Tank Crew' release. This are set up nicely to work with this kit.
For an in-depth look at the kit's features and its few minor glitches, read Cookie Sewell's original review here. Aside from the change of styrene color and the addition of the MiniArt figures, the kit is identical to the original release, including the 'Atlanta II' decals from that first release.
Despite the minor issues brought up by Cooke in his review, this kit remains the best M3 Grant kit in 1/35 scale and still features a nearly complete interior. The only thing missing is the engine compartment and I'm sure you can get one out of the aftermarket should you want to tackle that detail. Nevertheless, with crew figures you'll need to have the hatches open and the great news here is that there is an interior to view through those open hatches. Nice job Academy!
One detail that has been corrected since its original release is the size of the roadwheel bogies. I am told that in this release, Academy has provided revised bogies that correct the original size issue brought up by Cookie in his original review. Thanks to Marcel Drgon for providing that update!
As with nearly every other tank project, construction begins with the lower hull and suspension. The VSS suspension is nicely done and you'll notice the abundance of wheels and sprockets provided. You'll have lots of spares as this kit uses only one of the three different road wheel styles provided.
The interior is next and the driver straddles the transmission. The driver's station is nicely captured along with the transmission block and drive shaft.
The interior goes into the lower hull along with storage boxes and radio gear. The rear hull plate and transmission cover are also installed along with the associated details that mount on either end.
The rear bulkhead that divides the crew compartment and the engine compartment goes in next and it has some nice detailing including ammo storage for the 75mm gun. This is followed by assembly of the upper hull and look at all of those bolts and rivets!
Before the upper hull goes on, you install the twin bow machine guns on the left side of the driver, and the 75mm gun mount on the right. You have a choice of short or long-barrel guns, but the gun is fully detailed with breech and mount, not just a barrel.
Next comes the turret basket and it has ammo storage for the 37mm. The 37mm gun has the coaxial machine gun plus an addition machine gun for the commander's cupola.
The side hull hatches and the commander's cupola hatch can be positioned open, and you'll definitely want to show off that interior!
Since this kit has been on the market for a few years, you have a variety of photo-etched details, decals, and resin parts available for this kit as well as track links to replace the rubber-band-styled vinyl tracks. In short, you have an nice AMS opportunity with this model without much work.
As mentioned above, this kit comes with markings from the original release which depict a Grant from North Africa in 1943 with 'Atlanta II' markings as well as an 8th Army Grant at El Alamein in 1942.
This was a nice kit before and as Cookie points out in his review, is far better than the Tamiya Grant. This new reissue adds some nice figures to pose with the kit and really tell a story with your build.
This kit is definitely recommended!
My sincere thanks to MRC for this review sample!


troy built weedeater with edger attachment
WIth the two stihls, and the red max, I found that my brand new toy built trimmer wasn't getting used. Seeing that I needed an edger for at least 1/2 of my yards, I picked up an edger attachment for the Troy-built. Installation was a breeze snd the unit sould hold up well with the limited time it will see. Any comments or suggetions?


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A Newport woman has been ordered to pay more than £2,000 after failing to self-isolate following a positive coronavirus test.
Alisha Jade Gamble, 35, appeared in Newport Magistrates' Court on Tuesday, July 13, after failing to comply with self-isolation requirements.
She was fined £1,760 and ordered to pay a £176 surcharge and costs of £85 bringing the total amount owed to £2,021.
Check out the crimes reported in your area:
Last week it was announced that a scheme where people on low pay get a £500 payment if they have to self-isolate is being extended by Welsh Government.
The self-isolation support scheme was opened in November 2020 to help people who cannot work from home as well as parents and carers on low incomes with children who are self-isolating who have been told to isolate by the NHS Wales Test Trace Protect service because they have symptoms of coronavirus or are a close contact. It has now been extended until next March.
Meanwhile plans are being looked at so people who are fully vaccinated in Wales will not have to self-isolate if they come into close contact with someone who has tested positive.
To get the latest email updates from WalesOnline click here.


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• OLD SCHOOL VIDEO HISTORY (November 21, 1993) – WWF Wrestling Challenge
On this day in 1993, the World Wrestling Federation aired an episode of their weekly TV show ‘WWF Wrestling Challenge’.
It was broadcasted from the Civic Center in Glens Falls, New York and featured pre-taped matches, interviews & storyline segments on the road to the ‘WWF Survivor Series 1993’ PPV.
The card can be found right here:
– Razor Ramon vs. Barry Horowitz
– Ludwig Borga vs. Chaz Ware
– Men on a Mission vs. The Executioners
– Double J Promo
– Adam Bomb vs. Tony Webb
– Survivor Series Report
– Diesel vs. Marty Jannetty
– Headshrinkers vs. Corey Student & Steve Grieman
• Update On Who Might Be The Next RAW General Manager
As we noted before, Dirty Sheets reported that former RAW Women’s Champion Alexa Bliss is continuing to fail the WWE Impact Tests for concussions and still not having feelings in her forearms due to neck issues.
At this point, word going on is that things are looking bad for Bliss as there’s a chance that she might never wrestle again.
However, WWE still plans to keep her on WWE TV, similar to what they did with Paige (who’s the current SmackDown General Manager).
According to PWInsider, Alexa Bliss might become the next General Manager of RAW after TLC 2018 PPV. This comes after Stephanie McMahon announced Braun Strowman vs. Baron Corbin in a TLC match at TLC 2018 PPV, with the stipulation being that Corbin will no longer be the acting RAW General Manager if he loses this match.
Dirty Sheets also confirmed that Alexa is expected to become RAW’s General Manager.
As a matter of fact, this was one of the reasons why RAW did a clean sweep of SmackDown Live by 6-0 (WWE didn’t count SmackDown’s win on the Kickoff show), to show that Baron Corbin & Alexa Bliss collectively did a great job to ensure a huge win for RAW.

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Climate change is one of the most pressing issues of our time, and it significantly impacts agriculture and food supply. Rising temperatures, changes in precipitation patterns, and more extreme weather events make growing food more difficult.
This blog post will explore how climate change affects agriculture and food supply. We will discuss the specific impacts of climate change on different crops and livestock and the potential consequences for food security.
We will also discuss some of the ways in which farmers and policymakers are adapting to climate change.
The Changing Agricultural Landscape
Agriculture is the foundation of our food system, and it is essential to global food security. However, climate change is making it more difficult to grow food. Rising temperatures, changes in precipitation patterns, and more extreme weather events impact agricultural production.
The impacts of climate change on agriculture are already being felt around the world.
In some regions, crop yields are declining, while pests and diseases are becoming more prevalent in others. Extreme weather events, such as droughts and floods, are also causing widespread damage to crops and livestock.
Impacts of Climate Change on Agriculture
The impacts of climate change on agriculture are varied and complex. However, some of the most significant impacts include:
- Changes in crop yields. Rising temperatures and changes in precipitation patterns are leading to changes in crop yields. In some regions, yields are declining, while in others, they are increasing. However, the overall trend is for yields to decline.
- Increased pests and diseases. Warmer temperatures and extreme weather events create ideal conditions for spreading pests and diseases. This is leading to increased crop losses and higher costs for farmers.
[In 2020, a locust invasion in East Africa destroyed crops and caused widespread food insecurity. The invasion was the worst in 70 years, and it was blamed on climate change.
The locust invasion in parts of Asia and Africa is a stark reminder of the dangers of climate change. If we do not take action to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, we can expect to see more frequent and more severe locust invasions in the future.
In addition to the locust invasion, climate change fuels the spread of other pests and diseases.
For example, warmer temperatures make it easier for mosquitoes to transmit malaria and dengue fever. Climate change is also making it more difficult to control pests such as the Colorado potato beetle and the Asian longhorned beetle.]
- Damage from extreme weather events. Droughts, floods, and other extreme weather events are causing widespread damage to crops and livestock. This is leading to food shortages and higher food prices.
- Changes in water availability. Climate change is also affecting water availability. In some regions, water scarcity is becoming a problem, while in others, flooding is becoming more common. This is making it more difficult for farmers to irrigate their crops.
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A severe drought in the Midwest is having a significant impact on food prices and farmers. The drought has caused crop yields to decline, which is driving up the price of food. Farmers are also facing higher costs for water and other inputs, making it difficult for them to make a profit.
The drought is affecting corn, soybean, and wheat crops in the Midwest.
It is expected to continue for the rest of the summer, which could lead to further increases in food prices. Farmers are already planting cover crops to conserve water and protect their soil. However, it is unclear how effective these measures will be in mitigating the effects of the drought.
The drought is a reminder of the importance of water resources for agriculture. It is also a reminder of the risks posed by climate change, making droughts more common and severe.]
Consequences for Food Security
The impacts of climate change on agriculture have serious consequences for food security.
In some regions, food shortages are already being experienced, and this is likely to become more common in the future. Higher food prices are also making it more difficult for people to afford food, which is particularly problematic for the poor.
According to the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), climate change could push an additional 100 million people into hunger by 2030. The FAO also estimates that climate change could reduce global crop production by up to 25% by 2050.
Adapting to Climate Change
There are several ways in which farmers and policymakers are adapting to climate change. Some of the most common adaptation strategies include:
- Changing crop varieties. Farmers are switching to crop varieties more tolerant of heat and drought.
- Using irrigation more efficiently. Farmers are using water more efficiently to conserve water resources. Agricultural practices such as drip irrigation and soil moisture sensors can significantly improve water conservation.
- Improving crop management practices. Farmers are using better crop management practices, such as crop rotation and cover cropping, to improve soil health and resilience to climate change.
- Developing new technologies. Researchers are developing new technologies, such as drought-tolerant crops and precision agriculture, to help farmers adapt to climate change. Other climate-smart farmers are switching to greenhouses to adapt to an ever-changing climate.
Climate change is a serious threat to agriculture and food security. However, there are many ways in which farmers and policymakers are adapting to climate change. By taking action now, we can help to ensure that our food system is resilient to the challenges of climate change.
I hope you found this blog post informative and helpful. If you have any questions, please feel free to leave a comment below.


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No matter who you are, no matter what you’re circumstances, no matter your history, writing can be your best friend. When it feels like the entire world is at your back, when it seems like everyone you know is holding something against you, or when it feels like no one understands you, open the notebook.
By far the most important benefit of writing and journaling is that the notebook will take anything! No matter what you write, it won’t judge. It won’t grimace. It won’t ask you stop. It is there to receive all of the worst and best of your experiences. It is there to hold all of you, your pain, your problems, and your passions. Writing it all out – whatever it is – can be a sort of letting go as the notebook listens and receives. Over time, each time you return to the notebook, you can practically feel its complete acceptance of who you are. For this reason alone, writing can be healing.
However, there are many therapeutic reasons to write. Below is a list of some of them:
- Writing can help us express thoughts and feelings that have been long buried.
- Writing gives us a way of sorting out the seemingly random experiences that we have undergone, giving us a clearer picture of the possibilities in our life.
- Writing gives us the ability to make meaningful experiences so we can understand them and put them in context.
- Writing can help us deal with negative behavior patterns or thoughts, turning our energy into positive experiences. It can help us make more conscious and healthier choices.
- Writing can help us define and implement goals we have and give a sense of deeper meaning to our life.
Furthermore, writing can foster a sense of control. Because addiction is often an experience in which life feels out of control, writing about particular emotions and experiences can bring back some of that power. By investigating and being curious about emotions or experiences, you have a certain control over them. It’s not to ignore them, but by allowing them in and by exploring them with your attention you can heal. For instance, let’s say a certain feeling is coming up inside. You can begin to question it. Becoming a bit like Socrates, you can get curious and ask some questions about it right while you are feeling the intensity of the emotion. You write out a question about sadness, for example, because you’re feeling it right in the moment. “Why do I feel so sad?” Perhaps, an answer arises like, “I feel this every time I am not true to myself.” With this sort of questioning, gaining insight, and befriending emotions, a deep relationship forms within. This is where the true healing is! Loving yourself in the writing process is by far the most therapeutic reason to write.
Also, just by sitting in a designated place each week or each day, writing can become a healing practice. However, the truth is that it’s not the writing that is healing necessarily; instead, it is the relationship that you build with yourself as a result of having a writing practice. As you write down your experiences, another part of you is listening. For example, the notebook is a place to be completely honest, access your emotions, and open the heart. Each time you write, the heart opens more and more and a certain appreciation for who you are develops. It’s appreciation for yourself, for the whole experience of being alive, for the process of looking inward, and for giving yourself this special time to write.
When you write, you…
- develop a loving relationship with yourself.
- access emotions.
- explore the inner world.
- evoke a sense of being heard and acknowledged.
- foster a sense of control.
- open the heart.
- develop trust in yourself.
- reveal inner depth.
- discover what is important – for you!
- nurture courage.
- build self confidence.
- enhance creativity.
- encourage spontaneity.
- invoke the imagination.
Writing and the creativity that is invoked when you write can be healing. Including it in your recovery can deepen the relationship you have with yourself and with your sobriety.
If you are reading this on any blog other than Transcend Recovery Community or via my RSS Feed, it is stolen content without credit. You can find me on Twitter via @RecoveryRobert Come and visit our blog at http://TranscendRecoveryCommunity.com/Blog

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The Tuya 2 Gang Wifi Dimmer is a DIY light dimmer that offers Wi-Fi control of lights, including turning lights on or off, as well as adjusting the brightness. The module is is compatible with Alexa and Google Assistant and also offers control by setting of tiner schedules.
- Works with the Tuya and Smart Life, available for both Android and IOS.
- Dimmable 0%-100%
- Wi-Fi control directly to home 2.4GHz Wi-Fi network – No additional hub required
- Timer Function to schedule brightness for preset times
- Product Type: 2 Gang WiFi Dimmer Module
- Voltage: 220-240V AC
- Max. load: 2*100W (Led)
- IP Rating: IP20
- Dimming Type: Trailing Edge
- Communication: Wi-Fi 2.4 GHz
- Mobile APP: Tuya or Smart Life for Android or iOS
- Enclosure Material: Fire-retardant ABS
- Humidity: 5%-90%RH, Non-condensing
- Mechanism: WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK
- Operating Temperature: -20ºC-70ºC
- Item Size: Approx. 5 * 4.7 * 2.5cm (L*W*H)
- Item Weight: Approx. 39g / 1.38oz
- Package Information:
- Package Size: Approx. 6 * 5.1 * 3cm / 2.4 * 2 * 1.2in
- Package Weight: Approx. 47g / 1.66oz
Applicable lamp type:
- Suitable for incandescent and halogen lamps
- Energy-saving lamps, fluorescent lamps, gear dimming LED lamps, etc. are not supported.
- The LED light must be dimmable and the working current must be greater than 300mA.
- 1 * WiFi Dimmer Module
- 1* User Manual (English)