The HUMP! Podcast
By Brent Bowen
Welcome to The Hump! Podcast … your show about how to get one over in this thing called life. We’re middle-agers more than meandering around the Midwest and beyond. Each episode we share in experiences about how to get one over on this thing called life. We chat with people from all backgrounds, whether they choose to leisurely walk the earth, shoot it from behind a camera or scramble for that next connecting flight. Count on plenty of talk about craft beer (or other beverages of one’s choice), the wonder of perpetual cargo-short living and that next SHINY thing we’re obsessing over ….


Today, Johnson’s hometown newspaper called him out for refusing a debate in Oshkosh and for refusing to meet the paper and answer simple questions that deserve honest answers.
Put simply, the paper challenged Johnson to man up and he failed to do so.
The Oshkosh Northwestern’s Managing Editor, Jim Fitzhenry, asks a series of questions of Johnson, as well as Senator Feingold, and concludes by showing the difference between the two:
"What's the difference? I will be able to look Russ Feingold in the eye and hear his answer to those questions Monday afternoon when he visits The Northwestern's editorial board. Can't say the same for Johnson. His campaign turned down a request for a meeting with the board along with an invitation to debate Feingold at the Grand Opera House…
Johnson's campaign has been careful to keep him under tight wraps, limiting his availability, not releasing his schedule until the last moment, leaving news organizations scrambling to cover events…
Democracy won't suffer if Wisconsinites think long and hard, examine and re-examine the case for and against both candidates, and ultimately decide to retire Russ Feingold.
"Problem is, voters are not being allowed to see beyond the plastic packaging of Ron Johnson."
Johnson’s ducking and dodging has gone on a long time and has not gone unnoticed:
“Ron Johnson’s campaign didn’t make him available for questions.” - WBAY Green Bay, 7/30/10
“Ron Johnson, another Republican candidate, did not take questions from reporters.” - FOX 11 Green Bay, 7/30/10
“We’ve had twelve opportunities to debate Ron Johnson and he has turned down every single one of them. And that, I think is just unfair to the people of this state. The people of Wisconsin deserve to be able to hear both the candidates side by side…”- Dave Westlake to WISN’s Mike Gousha, 9/12/10
“Ron Johnson, the Republican candidate for U.S. Senate, indicated on Wednesday that he would not appear at a scheduled debate this Sunday on the campus of the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire.” - Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, 9/15/10
“…Johnson walked away from a group of reporters asking him about the number of debates he planned to attend.” - WTMJ, 9/15/10
“Johnson declined to speak with The Northwestern…”- Oshkosh Northwestern, 9/18/10
“Johnson was unavailable…”- WISN Milwaukee, 10/4/10
“His campaign did not respond to a request for an interview.”- Boston Globe, 10/5/10
When Johnson has been asked simple questions, he fails to offer honest answers:
“I’ll say just no opinion,” he replied when asked about Bush’s tenure as president. “He has his pluses and minuses.” – Politico, 7/6/10
“So where, exactly, would Johnson cut? Johnson’s ads don’t specify any programs. Neither does his web site, which offers up the usual generalities, such as ‘Unsustainable spending is a threat to our freedom’ — part of a vague four-paragraph statement on debt reduction and spending.” - Minneapolis Star-Tribune, 9/14/10
“Johnson has said the federal government is overspending the nation into unstable levels of debt and painted Feingold as being part of the problem. He has been vague about suggesting what he would do differently, though, saying in his ads the answer is to rely on “discipline, hard work and common sense.”- AP, 9/14/10
"I'm not going to get in the game here and, you know, start naming specific things (spending cuts) to be attacked about, quite honestly.”- Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, 9/24/10
When he has answered questions, his political handlers have sought to reinvent Johnson’s own words:
“Johnson has found himself explaining or modifying his statements on gun rights, global warming, selling BP stock, taking government aid for his company, and the business climate in China compared to the United States. He also got tangled up on the issue of drilling for oil in the Great Lakes. He left the first impression that he did not oppose it, before coming out aggressively against it as Feingold aired an ad on the subject.”- Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, 9/4/10
“Both Ron and the campaign have since clarified that Ron specifically opposes drilling in the Great Lakes.” - Johnson campaign press release, 7/13/10
“Johnson backpedals on gun licensing” - Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, 8/10/10
“Johnson backs away from sunspot claim” - WKOW, 8/23/10
“The Johnson campaign quickly clarified that Johnson did not mean to imply that he himself believed China is better for business…”- Wisconsin State Journal, 9/7/10
“The Johnson camp later clarified its earlier statement…”- WTAQ, 10/6/10
“…a Johnson campaign spokeswoman…clarified her candidate's point.” - Appleton Post Crescent,10/6/10 “His spokeswoman later clarified his comment…”- Politico, 10/8/10
Last week, in a rare moment of candor from Johnson, he made perhaps the most telling comment of his entire campaign:
“It will be different once and if he wins, he promises. Then, his true feelings can take voice.” -Politico, 10/12/10
With 16 days until Election Day, when voters will make a very important choice between two very different candidates, one question remains – Will Wisconsin voters know Ron Johnson’s “true feelings” before or after the election?
Waukesha County, Republican pols failed to kill it.
The Calatrava Addition to the Milwaukee Art Museum
Sunset on the lakefront, summer 2018
Milwaukee River empties into Lake Michigan
Wisconsin wind farm, east of Waupun
86 turbines overcame Walker's blockade
Skylight illumination in Milwaukee City Hall
The historic 19th-century building has stone floors, copper decoration, and iron work by the famous artisan Cyril Kolnic. Stop in and walk around.
What water, wetland protection is all about
"A little fill here and there may seem to be nothing to become excited about. But one fill, though comparatively inconsequential, may lead to another, and another, and before long a great body may be eaten away until it may no longer exist. Our navigable waters are a precious natural heritage, once gone, they disappear forever," wrote the Wisconsin Supreme Court in its 1960 opinion resolving Hixon v. PSC and buttressing The Public Trust Doctrine, Article IX of the Wisconsin State Constitution.
Lake Michigan in winter
James Rowen's Bio
James Rowen is an independent writer based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. He worked as the senior Mayoral staffer in Madison and Milwaukee and for newspapers in both cities. This blog began on 2/2/ 2007.


December 5, 2014
In the two years that led up to La Récolte‘s opening in summer of 2014, owner Mathieu Mulliez tirelessly explored France, visiting independent producers. His goal was simple: find dedicated artisans practicing sustainable agriculture and bring their fresh, seasonal products to Parisians. The concept may seem simple, but it is shockingly difficult to find shops like La Récolte in Paris.
Bringing together quality products from France (and sometimes neighboring countries) as well as maintaining opening hours that correspond to busy city dwellers’ work schedules is a rare combination in Paris. Mathieu, who has worked his fair share of 9-5 jobs and has a love of cooking with quality ingredients, decided to meet this demand head on and create a shop that could welcome customers who are on their way home from work or looking for a quick, healthy lunch.
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November 8, 2014
Over the past few years there has been a lot of conversation around the startling statistic that around one-third of France’s cafes, brasseries and restaurants are actually using pre-frozen ingredients or entire meals that only need a microwave before reaching your plate. In typical French fashion, this was a drawn out discussion that needed a government vote and while restaurants now can mark on their menus “fait maison,” when items are truly made from scratch, you might not always be able to see the menu before sitting down.
A few months ago, I attended a question and answer session about French food and the fait maison/frozen food question was raised. A few people said, “you just should know where to go.” But without any mandate and as a visitor to Paris, “knowing where to go,” is easier said than done. And for first-time tourists, it’s easy to end up somewhere that is beautifully authentic and appears to be using all fresh ingredients but well, isn’t. Here are five tips to keep you street smart when eating fresh, seasonal and farm-to-table in Paris.
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October 6, 2014
It’s been three years since Paris food truck forerunner Le Camion Qui Fume hit the cobblestones of Europe’s culinary capital. Since then, the city of gourmet cuisine has experienced a revolution. More and more food trucks have joined the parade along the streets of Paris, invading the city with bistronomique burgers, kebabs, and bagels reminiscent of those in New York.
Just before lunchtime, these camions assemble at neighborhood markets to await hungry Parisians who are happy (or at least willing) to wait in line for a burger from Le Réfectoire or empañadas and helados from Clasico Argentina. Here are a few tried-and-true Parisian favorites to be enjoyed year-round.
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May 6, 2010
If you enjoy the Marais and are a history buff or a market troll, you must take the time to discover the oldest market in Paris : le Marché des Enfants Rouges.
First off, a little history to get everyone situated. Marguerite de Navarre, sister of King François the 1st and mother of King Henri the 4th (who was the one to end the religious wars that had been bloodying France), was a very well educated, politically engaged and charitable member of the royal family. In 1534 she had an orphanage constructed in what is now the Marais whose little pensioners were dressed in red as a symbol of their status. The orphanage was closed in the beginning of the 17th century and in 1615 was transformed into a market dubbed the Marché des Enfants Rouges (market of red children) to commemorate the charitable establishment that had occupied the site for almost a century.
It remains a market today and has been on the list of national historical monuments since 1982. Today, neighborhood locals still congregate to shop for produce and fresh products, to have a coffee and to converse with other locals, old-timers and merchants. Continue Reading »
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Dear FOX Fans,
I am running for U.S. Senate because it is time to end "business-as-usual" in Washington. As a small businessman who built a Connecticut company from scratch, I could no longer sit by while Senator Lieberman legislated in lockstep with Bush.
My campaign has been tremendously energized and fueled by statewide grassroots efforts and 20,000 Internet supporters. Hundreds of residents are knocking on doors and calling their neighbors. We have been unafraid of the enormous challenge in beating an 18-year incumbent who has raised more than $17 million so far.
Every candidate should tell you where he or she stands. We need change in Washington, D.C. There are too many scandals, too much support of special interests and too little oversight of key decisions made by Bush. I want people to find out more about me — call my offices, visit my website, www.nedlamont.com, and see what a candidate can offer voters and the state. I will stand up for the citizens of Connecticut by making common sense choices, refocusing our energies on domestic issues, and advocating for policies that are good for our people, our environment and our economy.
The war in Iraq is draining resources that we should be using to educate our kids, repair our infrastructure, and take care of our veterans and seniors at home. It has damaged our international standing, and the consensus of our sixteen government intelligence agencies is that it is also hurting our efforts in the war on terror, and making America less safe.
We must redeploy our front line troops, and make it clear that ours is not an open-ended commitment. Only then will the Maliki government take responsibility for bringing their country out of civil war. Why do we continue to sacrifice brave American troops when there is no clear military objective? Our soldiers have done all we have asked of them, and now the unity government of Iraq must take the reins and do the work necessary for peace. We will be there for rebuilding, for humanitarian support, and to provide training and security - but it is necessary to develop and implement an exit strategy.
The Bush Administration is just not serious about good government, and Senator Lieberman is supporting these failed policies. In a 42-minute hearing, Lieberman voted to confirm patently unqualified Michael Brown to lead FEMA.
We are experiencing unprecedented governmental forays into our personal lives, as demonstrated at Terry Schiavo's bedside.
Judicial oversight of the Executive has declined. Gas prices go up, and Lieberman supports the Cheney energy bill giving billions to oil companies. Seniors worry, and Lieberman constantly waffles on privatizing Social Security and Medicare. Healthcare costs skyrocket, and Lieberman joins Bush in doing nothing for universal health care.
I'm offering Connecticut voters a change. As a candidate who doesn't accept special interest contributions, I will be a Senator that works for all the voters, not just those who can afford to max-out to my campaign. I will be part of the solution to the problems Connecticut voters face.
For more information, please visit the Lamont campaign website at www.nedlamont.com.


Here are the calendars for Dade County Public Schools 2017-2018
They include the start and end time for each day, as well as holidays and vacation days.
You can click the Google Calendar link at the bottom of each calendar to automatically connect them to your Gmail calendar on your smart phone.
Pre-K – 1st : http://rkbpta.com/calendar/schedulek1/
2nd – 8th: http://rkbpta.com/calendar/schedule28/
Events/Vacation Days: http://rkbpta.com/calendar/schedule
PTA Events: http://rkbpta.com/pta-calendar/
Dade County: http://rkbpta.com/school-calendar/


Days of Our Lives (DOOL) spoilers for the week of January 4-8 tease that some shocking realizations are on the way. For starters, Chad DiMera (Billy Flynn) will realize he’s made an epic blunder by assuming he could trust Gwen Rizczech (Emily O’Brien). Chad will panic over his own cheating with Gwen when he learns Abigail never cheated at all.
It’s Kate Roberts (Lauren Koslow) who’s been having a romance with Jake DiMera (Brandon Barash) on the sly. Speaking of that romance, Jake and Kate will make it official. Their relationship will become a very real and very public one, so Kate and Jake should both be happy with that decision.
Back with Abigail, she’ll terminate Gwen’s employment as her nanny – effective immediately! Gwen will want Abigail out of the DiMera mansion this instant, but Gwen won’t want that at all. She’ll count on Chad to fix this or else she’ll promise to tell Abigail they slept together.
Other Days of Our Lives spoilers say Jack Deveraux (Matthew Ashford) will confront Gwen about her twisted long-term agenda. Jack will want answers about why Gwen’s been targeting his family, but we’ll see if Gwen’s willing to dish those answers out yet.
As for Steve Johnson (Stephen Nichols) and John Black (Drake Hogestyn), they’ll gather some new clues during a trip to see Angelo Vitali (Angelo Tiffe). “Cousin Angelo” may not be all that cooperative at first, but raging John will change his mind!
Steve and John will indeed score some crucial info that’ll help them solve the case.
Days spoilers state that Charlie Dale (Mike Manning) will plan to have Ava Vitali (Tamara Braun) locked up a mental institution. Ava will realize Charlie’s been drugging her and intends to send her away for good! Luckily, Rafe Hernandez (Galen Gering) will show up to play the hero at Charlie’s apartment soon.
Meanwhile, Charlie will look forward to making love to Claire Brady (Isabel Durant) for the first time. Charlie will let Claire know he’s ready to take that step with her – and Claire will be fully on board.
However, Allie Horton (Lindsay Arnold) will confide in Marlena Evans (Deidre Hall) during a therapy appointment. It looks like this will lead to a hypnosis session and an attempt to remember another man who might’ve been there that night in London.
DOOL fans know that man was Charlie – and soon, Allie should know that as well. Allie may experience total recall and bring Marlena up to speed for Claire’s sake. It won’t be long until Marlena and Ben are on a desperate mission to find Claire before she gets in any deeper with Charlie.
John and Steve will also identify Charlie as Allie’s attacker, so they’ll clear Tripp Dalton’s (Lucas Adams) name and work to hunt Charlie down. Fortunately, Ben will catch up with Charlie before he can make love to Claire.
Days spoilers say Ben will barge right in the bedroom to find Charlie and Claire in a state of undress.
That’s when Ben will expose Charlie as Allie’s assaulter and shut down this lovemaking attempt. While Ben becomes Claire’s hero, Chloe Lane (Nadia Bjorlin) will also try to help a friend in need. She’ll work to convince Philip Kiriakis (Jay Kenneth Johnson) that he needs her assistance on all the mob drama.
Xander Kiriakis (Paul Telfer) will get enough evidence to sink Philip once and for all, but he’s about to stir up more trouble than he bargained for! As for Eli Grant (Lamon Archey) and Lani Price-Grant (Sal Stowers), they’ll be in total panic mode after their babies go missing!
Someone mysterious will swoop in and steal the twins from the hospital nursery.
Finally, Kristen DiMera (Stacy Haiduk) will stun Brady Black (Eric Martsolf) with proof of a betrayal. Brady shared a pretty innocent kiss with Chloe on New Year’s Eve, but it won’t appear that way to Kristen.
Days of Our Lives spoilers say Kristen will spot a photo of Brady and Chloe’s lip lock. It’ll be in the newspaper that’s passed around Statesville, so Kristen will demand some answers.
As other Days news comes in, we’ll pass along updates. DOOL fans won’t want to miss the bombshells that are in store! CDL will have other fantastic Days of Our Lives spoilers, updates and news to read up on, so make us your top source.
— ⏳DaysFan28⏳ (@DaysFan28) January 1, 2021


text: Apparently, Riley the cat has too much character, and his new owners gave him back after less than a week. So, on return from Vienna we had to go and pick him up again. However, Riley is so much trouble, that I begged for another cat to distract him. The rescue woman suggested Blackie, a probably older and definitely much calmer creature of similarly large stature. It's worked pretty well so far, although Blackie, a scraggy stray when he arrived with us, seems to be getting rather sleek and fat. He does have a very different temperament to Riley. He does nothing much all day apart from doing purring while being stroked. He also has been trying to teach Riley to be more of a gentleman. While that may not be working our that well, he does at least occupy some of Riley's time, and the two now seem to be quite good friends. So now both cats are advertised together on the rescue website. Hope they find a home soon!

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Update : As we expected below, Apple has released iOS 4.3.4 to patch PDF vulnerability in Mobile Safari exposed by JailbreakMe 3.0. Likely Redsn0w 0.9.6rc17 and PwnageTool 4.3.4 will be released within few hours, stay tuned.
Remember JailbreakMe 2.0 last year which jailbroke iPhone, iPod, iPad up to iOS 4.0.1. Apple has patched it after just 10 days from releasing JailbreakMe 2.0. Wall Street Journal reports that Apple acknowledged JailbreakMe 3.0 exploit which used to jailbreak iPad 2 as well as iPhone and iPod touch, so that Apple is working now to release iOS 4.3.4 to patch JailbreakMe's PDF exploit.
Why Apple want to patch JailbreakMe hole ? This hole can be used for spying and getting your contacts database, accessing save passwords or activationg your iPhone / iPad camera.
How can I patch JailbreakMe PDF hole ? Comex -JailbreakMe developer- has released PDF Patcher 2 to patch this hole, to know how to get it - Click Here.
Jailbreak iOS 4.3.4 untethered possibility :Likely Apple will release iOS 4.3.4 only to patch the PDF hole only, so we highly expect that the only loser on this upcoming update are iPad 2 users, as iPhone, iPod touch and iPad 1 users will be able to get untethered jailbreak iOS 4.3.4 by Redsn0w, Sn0wbreeze or PwnageTool.
Our recommendation :
Specially iPad 2 users, stay away from this upgrade to keep enjoying iPad 2 jailbreak. You also should save SHSH blobs for iOS 4.3.3 before Apple closes it.
iOS 4.3.4 release date :
Likely Apple will take the same duration that has been taken to patch JailbreakMe 2.0, so we expect that Apple will release iOS 4.3.4 between 15 to 20 July. Any way let's wait and see.


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WEST VIRGINIA ( LOOTPRESS) – The Mountaineer Food Bank has released the upcoming week’s schedule for its Mobile Food Pantry.
Stops in Clay County, Greenbrier County, and others will comprise the Mobile Food Pantry schedule for the upcoming week.
Distribution times for the Mobile Food Pantry will take place between the hours of 11:00am and 12:30pm, with the exception of the 7/30/22 Clay County stop, which will take place between the hours of 9:00am and 11:00am. It should also be noted that distribution on 7/30/22 will be at Lizemore Elementary School, and will be available to Clay County residents only.
Below is this week’s Mobile Food Pantry schedule:
7/26/22- Morgan County at Paw Paw School
7/28/22 – Berkeley County at New Life Community Church
7/29/22 – Hardy County at Old Fields Baptist Church
7/29/22 – Greenbrier County at Renick Park
7/30/22 – Clay County at Lizemore Elementary School (9:00am – 11:00am) available to Clay County residents only
For the complete Mountaineer Food Bank Mobile Food Pantry schedule, visit the Mountaineer Food Bank website here.

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Mystic, CT 2016
Timing is everything if one sails up and down the Mystic River. There are two bridges which span the "river", the first is the historic Mystic Drawbridge, which has been featured in the blog many times. The second is this swing bridge which carries Amtrak trains across the river as part of the very busy Northeast Corridor line. About 40 trains a day pass over this bridge. Opening of this bridge for boat traffic is highly dependent upon the train schedules. Although I'm not sure, I believe it remains open for the boat traffic most of the time and closes when trains approach. On our recent cruise we needed to wait while this Amtrak train passed.
As we sailed past the swing bridge, I noticed these bridge workers. It was about 7:30 PM, so they must have been putting in some long hours. I wondered what they could be working on at that hour, just after a train had passed.

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It’s a hard and trying task, all this Zero business. All this research, all this protesting, all this motivating the troops and doing the groupies. At times I grow weary. People cannot live on self-righteousness alone. It can’t be all hard work and hand wringing and so from time to time I put down my tools, tramp down from the moral high ground to the sewer in which the rest of you live, and have a night off. A couple of nights ago I watched a film. Naturally, I was able to turn it pretty quickly into hard work and handwringing.
It was The Cove, the winner of the 2010 Academy Award for Best Documentary. It looks at how thousands of dolphins are slaughtered by arseholes in Japan and how a few slightly less unlucky ones are shipped off to aquariums around the world for a life in captivity, performing tricks for food like they’re in a freak show and carting people round on their backs because swimming with dolphins is on every unoriginal mope’s bucket list. It was quietly horrific.
Ric O’Barry is at the centre of the film and the effort to show the world how wrong it’s going. He was the guy who caught and trained dolphins for the Flipper TV show then had an epiphany about how badly they were treated, how tortured and depressed they were, how intelligent, how empathetic, how creative they are. Turns out Flipper wasn’t just an innocent Sunday afternoon pile of dreck. It helped kick off an industry of torture and cruelty. As revelations go its about as depressing as when Skippy was found turning tricks in Reno, giving up her pouch to anyone with a handful of acorns and a line of speed.
The filmmakers recruited freedivers, Industrial Light and Magic and other experts to sneak into the cove where dolphins are trapped and killed, risking a kicking and jail time amid intimidation and general twattishness. The footage they get is quite amazing. I don’t want to undo its shock value by telling you about it. The sea turns red, let’s leave it at that.
So Ric reckons if you’re not an activist you’re an inactivist, and the end credits tell us to tell other people about it so here I am doing some of that. After you’ve seen the thing you should visit the official site and the Take Part thing and sign one of them there petitions that might make its way to the International Whaling Commission via the White House seeing as how no one in Japan is doing much about it. And you should spam the bejesus out of Facebook, slapping the trailer on your wall and joining the 1,134,289 people who’ve signed the petition there. All of which might amount to you whispering into a bucket in a locked cupboard in an empty house in a town full of mutes near an exploding foghorn factory but which also might do some good eventually at some point if it reaches enough people and they do the same.
So there’s The Cove for you. I also watched Weekend at Bernie’s which has some salient points on the issue of man’s inhumanity to man but maybe we’ll cover that another time.
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The Rise of Nemausus from Augustus to Antoninus Pius: A Prosopographical Study of Nemausian Senators and Equestrians
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Prosopography seeks to learn about social patterns and establish relationships within a well-defined group of individuals, which is accomplished by studying their biographies and analyzing the data within defined parametres. The adlection of provincials into the equestrian and senatorial orders started during the late Republic and continued into the early Principate. It integrated provincials into Rome’s social and political systems and provides the opportunity to closely examine how their roles evolved as time passed during the early Roman Empire. This thesis will show that Nemausus, a provincial tribal settlement in Gallia Narbonensis, was one of the most important towns of the Roman Empire during the early Principate and achieved its prominence through sustained production of senators from Augustus to Marcus Aurelius and, in particular, through its prominent role during the dynasty of the Five Good Emperors. The role of its equestrians and their inability to attain the highest offices of their order will be discussed. Chapter Three will focus on Nemausus’ physical transformation as it was converted from a Celtic settlement into a Roman colony, and will lay the groundwork for its rise in the established social structures. Chapter Four will provide a detailed examination of Nemausian equestrians, evaluate their careers individually and illustrate how indispensable they were to Nemausus’ growth even if they did not attain the highest offices within their order. Chapter Five will focus on Nemausian senators much in the same manner as the previous chapter. Unlike their equestrian counterparts, Nemausian senators attained great heights in Rome, becoming generals, consuls, and advisors to the emperor. Eventually they became the Imperial family itself, placing the provincial town at the forefront of the Western Roman Empire. Chapter Five will also propose to narrow the scope of Syme’s Hispano-Narbonensian nexus to include only the towns of Italica and Nemausus due to their influence during the dynasty of the Five Good Emperors. A variety of evidence will be used throughout the discussion, in particular epigraphical and literary sources. By examining the careers of Nemausian elites, their impact on the Roman Empire and their native town’s increased status, will be discovered.

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Clara van Karnebeek, MD, PhD, FCCMG, is an Investigator with BC Children’s Hospital and the principal Investigator at the Centre for Molecular Medicine and Therapeutics. She is also a clinical Assistant Professor, Division of Biochemical Diseases, Department of Pediatrics, Faculty of Medicine, University of British Columbia. Her research areas include:
- Discovery of novel gene defects via integrated genomics and metabolomics
- Treatable inborn errors of metabolism causing intellectual disability and epilepsy
- Clinical and digital tools for the prevention, enhanced diagnosis and treatment of intellectual disability
Dr. van Karnebeek’s research is aimed at discovering new inborn errors of metabolism, a class of genetic diseases that is particularly amenable to treatment. Her team uses a multidisciplinary approach involving the study of three “-omics” in patients: phenomics, their physical and biochemical properties, genomics, their genetic information, and metabolomics, their metabolite profiles. She established two large collaborative efforts, the Treatable Intellectual Disability Endeavor in BC (TIDEBC.org with Sylvia Stockler), and the international Omics2TreatID (omics2treatid.org), aimed at harnessing these new technologies for the discovery of genetic defects in children who present with intellectual disabilities and providing clinicians the tools for early recognition and management.

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Christian cinema is having a bit of a moment, with the release of “Noah,” Ridley Scott’s “Exodus: Gods and Kings” and Timur Bekmambetov’s soon-to-follow “Ben-Hur.” The genre is nothing new, of course. Consider Cecil B. DeMille’s early 20th century Christian epic trilogy, consisting of “The Ten Commandments,” “The King of Kings” and “The Sign of the Cross”: Epic in its proportions and daring in its subject matter, it spoke dramatically to a generation of Americans beset by the travails of unprecedented war and economic depression.
For as much as Christian cinema repeats enduring Christian images and ideas ”“ the same characters and stories are bound to reappear ”“ it also tends to report on its target audience. This was true, for example, of 1973’s “Godspell,” a film rendition of the Broadway musical that reimagines Jesus and his disciples as the few outcast hippies in a New York City full of urban apathy. And now, in the era of big budget blockbusters, our theaters are preparing to host a deluge of Christian-themed epic cinema, with “Noah” being the latest iteration.


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I was discussing Texas whiskeys with Matt the other day and he asked “Was Texas known for making whiskey a century ago?” My answer was “No, not nationally.” This led to a discussion as to why they are doing so well today, but not before Prohibition. The same question could be asked about many other states, as well as Texas. I thought I would look back at what has changed in the 21st century that has allowed so many distilleries across the nation to make good whiskey today.
Before Prohibition, the best whiskeys were coming out of the Ohio River Valley area and Tennessee. This area was at one time under a shallow ocean that created a limestone basin. Water is an important part of making good whiskey and the limestone basin allowed for water that was iron-free and full of minerals. Kentucky is in the heart of this basin, but southern Ohio, southern Indiana and southern Illinois, Tennessee and western Pennsylvania can also be considered part of the same limestone shelf. The climate in this area is similar with warm summers and cold winters. Yes, it does vary quite a bit from Tennessee to Pennsylvania, but they are similar enough to meet the needs for making good whiskey. Technology in the 21st century has allowed other states to make good whiskey today.
What has changed that has made it possible for states like Texas to make good whiskey? The first source of flavor is the grain. Early on the distillers were using the grains grown locally to make whiskey. Two things have changed over the years to make this different. First of all, the corn or rye grown was the local variety, but as the railroad grew, there became larger markets for corn grown in the midwest and the railroad could get this grain to distillers at a reasonable price and the corn used by most distillers became the same variety of corn grown in Iowa or Nebraska or some other mid-western state. This changed even more as in the 1940s, hybrid varieties of corn were developed and the farmers started growing the hybrid corn that produced the highest yield and profit.
The next source of flavor, water, has changed. The development of inexpensive RO (Reverse Osmosis) water allows distillers to take their local water that may have iron or other minerals that are not good for making whiskey, and create a water that is good for fermentation and reducing proof.
Fermentation is the next source of flavor. I believe that the Ohio River Valley also produced strains of wild yeast that make good whiskey and that is one reason why early distillers in the area had such a reputation for making good whiskey. In today’s world, yeast can be purchased to meet whatever flavor profile the distiller wants to create. Just call Pat Heist at FermSolutions and he will hook you up.
Next is distillation. With modern computer-controlled stills, it becomes easier for untrained people to distill whiskey. It still takes a lot of time, effort and skill to make really good whiskey, but it becomes harder to make a bad whiskey in the distillation process.
The maturation process is the next source of flavor. Even into the 19th century, distillers were working on this by heating the warehouses to make the cold winter climates less of a factor. In the 21st century, there can even be air conditioned warehousing in extreme heat. Still, maturation is the one step where the field is not equal, but this leads to many interesting new flavor profiles. I am not sure I would want to see that change.
Finally, the bottling process has introduced new types of filtration, which can remove many unpleasant flavors. RO water is neutral in flavor so the local water can be used.
In the 21st century, the playing field for making whiskey is less uneven than it was a century ago. There are lots of good whiskeys being made in states that were never known for their whiskey a hundred years ago. I personally like this, but there is a danger of things becoming too uniform and the whiskey starts tasting alike. The decisions the distiller makes such as distillation and barrel entry proofs, mash bills, and yeast choices are so important. The future is bright for whiskey lovers.
Photos Courtesy of Rosemary Miller

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Hollywood heartthrob Channing Tatum and wife Jenna Dewan-Tatum welcomed a baby girl on May 30th in London. The baby was delivered in London due to the fact that Channing Tatum is filming there for the upcoming movie Jupiter Ascending. The name of the little Tatum baby has not yet been released.
This is the couple’s first child together. Channing Tatum met his wife Jenna Dewan on the set of the first Step Up film in 2006. They got married in 2009. Then in 2012 they announced they were expecting.
The following Monday after the birth of their baby, Channing Tatum went straight back to work. “"We're going to actually have the baby in London while I'm shooting, and then there will be no downtime whatsoever after that," he said in an interview with Ryan Seacrest. Tatum’s baby and wife are resting at home in their apartment in London.

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- What category does fibromyalgia fall under?
- Can you lose the ability to walk with fibromyalgia?
- Does fibromyalgia show up on MRI?
- What does a fibromyalgia attack feel like?
- Does fibromyalgia cause all over body inflammation?
- Does fibromyalgia cause weight gain?
- Is Fibromyalgia a Recognised disability in the UK 2020?
- Can fibromyalgia turn into MS?
- What is the difference between fibromyalgia and Fibromyositis?
- What can be mistaken for fibromyalgia?
- What does a fibro flare feel like?
- What benefits can I claim with fibromyalgia?
- What is the new name for fibromyalgia?
- Does fibromyalgia hurt all the time?
- Does fibromyalgia worsen with age?
- What happens if fibromyalgia is left untreated?
- What is the best muscle relaxer for fibromyalgia?
- What is the root cause of fibromyalgia?
What category does fibromyalgia fall under?
Fibromyalgia was formerly classified as an inflammatory musculoskeletal disease but is now considered to be an illness that primarily affects the central nervous system..
Can you lose the ability to walk with fibromyalgia?
It can also affect your ability to lift, carry, push, pull, and grasp. Those who experience joint pain as a result of fibromyalgia may also have difficulty bending, lifting, walking, and performing other common actions required in physical work.
Does fibromyalgia show up on MRI?
An MRI may be able to detect brain activity connected to fibromyalgia pain. For patients dealing with fibromyalgia, the widespread musculoskeletal pain they feel is made worse by the frustration and misunderstanding that usually accompanies the disorder.
What does a fibromyalgia attack feel like?
A patient with fibromyalgia typically presents with the following: Widespread pain: The pain is constant and dull and lasts for at least three months. The pain occurs throughout the body, on both sides of the body, and below and above the waist. Aches may be moderate to unbearable.
Does fibromyalgia cause all over body inflammation?
Many patients experience pain all over their body. Sleep that is not restful is another hallmark of fibromyalgia, causing chronic fatigue. While patients with fibromyalgia may feel as though their joints, muscles, tendons, and tissues are inflamed, measurable levels of inflammation in blood testing are normal.
Does fibromyalgia cause weight gain?
Fibromyalgia and Weight Gain There is not significant research at this time to support that Fibromyalgia as a condition is the sole cause of weight gain. Fibromyalgia is a generalized pain condition.
Is Fibromyalgia a Recognised disability in the UK 2020?
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) recognises Fibromyalgia as a real and potentially significantly disabling condition.
Can fibromyalgia turn into MS?
While MS and fibro may have some symptoms in common, they are ultimately distinct conditions with very different causes and treatments. Fibromyalgia and multiple sclerosis are both chronic diseases with no cure. Fibromyalgia and multiple sclerosis can both cause some of the same symptoms.
What is the difference between fibromyalgia and Fibromyositis?
While fibrositis, or fibrositis syndrome, is sometimes still used as a synonym for fibromyalgia, it is really a misnomer, since fibromyalgia is not an inflammatory disorder of connective tissue (-itis signifies inflammation). Similarly, fibromyositis is chronic inflammation of a muscle.
What can be mistaken for fibromyalgia?
Misdiagnosing Fibromyalgia: Why It’s CommonLupus. Like fibromyalgia, lupus affects women primarily, who experience pain in their joints as well as fatigue, memory issues, and headaches and stomachaches. … Multiple Sclerosis. … Rheumatoid Arthritis. … Polymyalgia Rheumatica. … Axial Spondyloarthritis. … Thyroid Disease. … Diabetes. … Anemia.More items…•
What does a fibro flare feel like?
Widespread muscle pain. Fatigue that makes completing daily activities difficult. Stiffness, especially in the morning or after a long period of inactivity. Cognitive difficulties, also known as fibro fog, including problems with memory, concentration and organization.
What benefits can I claim with fibromyalgia?
The benefits you may be entitled to due to Fibromyalgia include Attendance Allowance, Disability Living Allowance, Personal Independence Payment, and Employment and Support Allowance.
What is the new name for fibromyalgia?
Myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) is a serious, long-term illness that affects many body systems.
Does fibromyalgia hurt all the time?
The primary symptoms of fibromyalgia include: Widespread pain. The pain associated with fibromyalgia often is described as a constant dull ache that has lasted for at least three months. To be considered widespread, the pain must occur on both sides of your body and above and below your waist.
Does fibromyalgia worsen with age?
Maybe. Fibromyalgia is a chronic disease that is often a lifelong condition. But fibromyalgia is not a progressive disease, meaning it will not get worse over time.
What happens if fibromyalgia is left untreated?
A major risk of leaving fibromyalgia untreated is that symptoms such as chronic pain, fatigue, headaches, and depression, can become excruciatingly worse over time. Anxiety and mood disorders can also worsen if you don’t treat fibromyalgia.
What is the best muscle relaxer for fibromyalgia?
Two muscle relaxants called Zanaflex and Flexeril are among the drugs used to treat fibromyalgia.
What is the root cause of fibromyalgia?
The cause is unknown, but risk factors include traumatic injury, rheumatoid arthritis and other autoimmune disorders, such as lupus, and genetic factors. There is no cure, but medications, exercise, acupuncture, and behavioral therapy can help relieve symptoms and improve sleep quality.


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The U.S. Naval Academy says the Blue Angels are scheduled to return to Annapolis for next year’s graduation.
President Barack Obama made a blunder before setting foot aboard Marine One Friday morning.
The U.S. Navy’s cancellation the rest of the popular Blue Angels’ aerobatic team’s season because of automatic federal budget cuts means the group won’t perform at the U.S. Naval Academy’s graduation ceremonies.
Only the best of the best from all branches of the military will be on display as Andrews Air Force Base celebrates 100 years of Marine Corps aviation. Military air demonstration team highlights include the U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptor, the Marine Corps MV-22 Osprey and the AV-8B Harrier Jump Jet. Other scheduled events include on-the-ground aircraft displays, family friendly entertainment in airplane hangars, and the Marine Corps Aviation Association Annual Reunion and Symposium.


Year Out (Part 1) Architecture students Alissar Riachi and Ralica Ivanova are finalists in an international competition to design a post -war camp, Mosul, Iraq
Finalist entries // Mosul post-war camp architecture competition // December 2017 run by Archstorming
The aim of Archstorming is to expose architectural ideas, to get solutions to urban problems and to respond to social demands in order to try to make a better world
The competition brief
The brief set by Archstorming was to investigate architecture after terrorism and to design an urban plan that would rehouse the citizens of Mosul who had fled as a result of ISIS’s invasion. The camp was to be separated into 2 main areas - an emergency zone, which was to include a massive housing area that would quickly admit refugees, and an integration zone that would gradually help the citizens go back to their normal daily lives, mending the scars left by terrorism.Alissar and Ralica’s Design
Mosul is one of the cities most heavily affected by ISIS, and the resulting crisis has led people to question their identity and collective legacy. Mosul is a victim of “urbicide”– the murder of a city, therefore the challenges to be faced when rebuilding Mosul may dictate its socio-political and cultural future. Thus, the main concept behind the design was an experiment using Regionalism to redefine architectural characteristics, which reflect the social patterns of the city. The design aspirations aim to accommodate the citizens’ return and to reinforce their identity using their traditional built form. With the East and the West heavily separated both physically and socially, this concept investigates the connection between the two by using the symbolism and importance of the Tigris river to Assyrian and Mesopotamian civilizations. The postwar camp is separated into two main areas, connected via a public park and market over Tigris. The emergency zone features a massive co-housing scheme which could be reused as affordable housing. This area is heavily inspired by the ancient city of Nineveh, a former Assyrian capital, parts of which were destroyed by ISIS during Mosul’s occupation. The integration zone is inspired by traditional Iraqi urban planning and architecture, using sustainable and locally sourced materials. This scheme aims to add to the distinction of Mosul rather than blur it and to build in harmony with the social needs and the local tradition, while trying to avoid standard refugee camp solutions. It is an investigation of how “Warchitecture” may be overcome in areas where architectural legacy is terrorism’s main target.


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Watch Tv Show Series The Adventures of Pepero, Son of the Andes : The Adventures of Pepero or The Adventures of Pepero the Andes Boy is a 26-episode anime TV series created by Tatsuya Ono and Sumio Takahashi and aired on the NET Network from 1975-10-06 to 1976-03-29 in Japan. It has since been then translated and broadcast in several languages worldwide. The story follows the young boy Pepero as he searches for his father who has gone missing while seeking the mythical golden city of El Dorado. The theme songs for the series are Pepero's Adventure and O Wind, Please Carry My Message, both composed by Takeo Yamashita and arranged by Hiroshi Tsutsui, with lyrics by Kazuo Umezu and vocals by Mitsuko Horie..
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The Berlin Intl. Film Festival has decided that its performance awards will be gender-neutral for next year’s edition. The event’s management also announced that its 71st edition, running Feb. 11-21, will be a physical event, although a hybrid model is planned for the European Film Market, which runs Feb. 11-18 in Berlin.
Instead of awards for the best actor and actress, Silver Bears will be awarded for best leading performance and best supporting performance, the festival said Monday.
“We believe that not separating the awards in the acting field according to gender comprises a signal for a more gender-sensitive awareness in the film industry,” festival directors Mariette Rissenbeek and Carlo Chatrian said in a joint statement.
At this year’s festival, Paula Beer won best actress for “Undine,” and best actor went to Elio Germano for “Hidden Away.”
The fest chiefs also revealed that the Silver Bear Alfred Bauer Prize, which was suspended due to revelations about the part played by the first Berlinale director, Alfred Bauer, during the Nazi era, will no longer be awarded. A new award, the Silver Bear Jury Prize, will be introduced.
The international jury will award eight prizes for films in the main competition section: Golden Bear for best film (awarded to the film’s producers), Silver Bear Grand Jury Prize, Silver Bear for director, Silver Bear Jury Prize, Silver Bear for leading performance, Silver Bear for supporting performance, Silver Bear for screenplay, and Silver Bear for outstanding artistic contribution.
Commenting on the decision to stage a physical event, the festival bosses said: “Festivals and markets are places of encounter and communication. This applies to the public as well as to the industry. We see an important and unique feature of festivals in their lively relationship with the audience. In times of the corona pandemic, it has become even clearer that we still require analogue experience spaces in the cultural realm.”
The festival also announced Monday that the Generation section will only show feature-length films with a running time of at least 60 minutes – and no short films – in its Generation Kplus and Generation 14plus competition programs.
Full details on the changes to the festival’s structure and programming, including the number of invited films, will be decided “by the festival management within the coming weeks,” the festival said. Registration for films starts on Sept. 1, when the regulations will be posted on the festival website.

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She keeps busy doing stage shows and compering. She is also learning Hindi and Bollywood dancing. Not given up on hopes of acting in Bollywood yet?
Photos: Harbour services in Mumbai hit as goods train derails
Oscars 2017: Emma Stone, Nicole Kidman, other stars on red carpet
Photos: Shah Rukh Khan, Rekha at a prestigious awards event
Photos: Priyanka Chopra at Oscars 2017 red carpet
Photos: Ranveer Singh, Ajay Devgn spotted at Mumbai airport
'Aaj Ka Star Punch': Aamir brings gender equality to the forefront again
Oscars 2017 experiences a massive goof-up
Why does Kangana want girls to be Drama Queens?
Bollynews Fatafat: Priyanka dazzles at Oscars 2017


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The end of WTF D&D's epic saga of 90's music stars and cosmic horrors has finally begun, half a year after that post (which contains links to the entire story so far). Zack and Steve's zany game logs from the interim: Death Star plans on Naboo (1, 2), Dark Heresy: The Lost Dog Detectives (1, 2), a redneck WWE wrestler, a 90's Marvel character trapped in the Cinematic Universe (1, 2) and a Ghostbusters franchise in North Dakota (1, 2). As evidenced by the site's archives, much pointing and laughing at sourcebooks did indeed also ensue.
A new wave of Lovecraftian stories confront, rather than ignore, the racism and antisemitism that permeated Lovecraft's work, and, indeed, served as the basis for much of the horror. This roundtable of authors discussing how they address the problems of Lovecraft is worthwhile. Some authors are explicitly using Lovecraft as a lens on contemporary racism, such as in Matt Ruff's Lovecraft Country [PDF preview], while others mine Lovecraft's fear of the other to examine bigotry, as in Ruthanna Emrys's lovely Litany of Earth [full story] (Emyrs is also part of the Lovecraft Reread, which looks at both the Mythos-building and uncomfortable aspects of Lovecraft's stories). Previously, on the World Fantasy Awards and Lovecraft.
After many months, Something Awful (and now also The Bad Guys Win) comedy/insanity writer Zack Parsons (previously) has finally confirmed the long-promised finale of his and Steve Sumner's series of Call of Cthulhu 1990's Handbook campaigns starring Kurt Cobain, Lisa "Left Eye" Lopes and Eazy-E as they battle forces beyond human ken: the custom module Hard Ticket to Baghdad. (He also eventually finished the Tooth Tooth series because word is bond, god.) Beneath the fold: the entire story so far, including the recent 'solo project' campaigns. [more inside]
You invest so much in it, don't you? It's what elevates you above the beasts of the field, it's what makes you special. Homo sapiens, you call yourself. Wise Man. Do you even know what it is, this consciousness you cite in your own exaltation? Do you even know what it's for?Dr. Peter Watts is no stranger to MetaFilter. But look past his sardonic nuptials, heartbreaking eulogies, and agonizing run-ins with fascists (and fasciitis) and you'll find one of the most brilliant, compelling, and disquieting science fiction authors at work today. A marine biologist skilled at deep background research, his acclaimed 2006 novel Blindsight [full text] -- a cerebral "first contact" tale led by a diverse crew of bleeding-edge post-humans -- is diamond-hard and deeply horrifying, wringing profound existential dread from such abstruse concepts as the Chinese Room, the Philosophical Zombie, Chernoff faces, and the myriad quirks and blind spots that haunt the human mind. But Blindsight's last, shattering insight is not the end of the story -- along with crew/ship/"Firefall" notes, a blackly funny in-universe lecture on resurrecting sociopathic vampirism (PDF - prev.), and a rigorously-cited (and spoiler-laden) reference section, tomorrow will see the release of
Brattleboro Days, Yuggoth Nights: an interview with H. P. Lovecraft on a single postcard.
Following the success of The Haunter of The Dark, the HP Lovecraft Literary Podcasts presents two new readings, From Beyond and The Picture in The House, by Andrew Leman and Bruce Green. Both recordings are available "In 3D". Alternatively if you like your Lovecraft with both pictures AND sound, the HP Lovecraft Historical Society version of The Whisperer in Darkness is complete and being shown at worldwide film festivals - it's a talkie! (The HPLHS are now also offering a rather handsome "official membership" pack.) Want something more interactive? Cthulhu Dark offers a complete Lovecraftian tabletop RPG system that fits on two sides of a sheet of paper. Please note: "If you fight any creature you meet, you will die. Thus, in these core rules, there are no combat rules or health levels. Instead, roll to hide or escape."
"The oldest and strongest emotion of mankind is fear. And the oldest and strongest kind of fear is fear of the unknown."
Lovecraft: Fear of the Unknown - A 90 minute documentary on HP Lovecraft with contributions by Neil Gaiman, John Carpenter and Guillermo Del Toro.
Lovecraft 101: Get To Know The Master of Scifi-Horror. For more detailed insights into each of Lovecraft's tales in publication order you might want to follow the H.P.Lovecraft Literary Podcast. For another story-by-story guide to Lovecraft you might want to check out Kenneth Hite's Tour De Lovecraft (also available in expanded form as a book). China Mieville on Lovecraft and racism and a lecture at Treadwells by Archaeologist James Holloway which delves deep into Lovecraft and identity. The making of the Call of Cthulhu RPG. The making of Cthulhu (Hipsters! Ego! Madness!). Happy Halloween with H.P. Lovecraft!

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Life on the Arno
- mwmod99 (14196)
- [2011-02-07 5:25]
We have an all small city party here, even the plastic bag floating around, and everyone is going in the same direction, ... and they lived happily since ever after... Interesting! Good day dear Anne! It's nice to see your work again! Lovely capture, with so much in it, and rightly described as a documentary image by you! Bravo Anne!
I have seen some mind blowing landscapes of Tuscany here and there, Anne. Good to know you are/were there and took this shot of co-habitation of life forms along the Arno.
It is a beautiful capture of these creatures busy with their own lives. The image shows it is a bright, sunny and cheerful day. I hope you have enjoyed your trip.
- nagraj (15166)
- [2011-02-07 5:46]
Delightful image not just documentary, natural history with fine composition (diagonal) and those lines by the plants creates some fine movement along with the animals here. well done. tfs.
- Silvio2006 (102073)
- [2011-02-07 6:03]
Ciao Anne, great capture of different species, wonderful composition with beautiful natural colors, fine details and splendid sharpness, very well done my friend, ciao Silvio
- CeltickRanger (37400)
- [2011-02-07 6:31]
quel superbe timing pour avoir en photo ce ragondin avec ces oiseaux,
on peut distinguer sa taille avec celles des canards et de l'aigrette ,
tu as su obtenir des détails et dans les ombres (ragondin, canards)
et dans les hautes lumières (aigrette), avec un excellent POV
et de la façon dont le tout est cadré dans l'image, TFS
- euroblinkie (64279)
- [2011-02-07 6:53]
very nice composition with many animals
great details and good sharpness
i like this shot
thanks greeting lou
- corjan3 (4707)
- [2011-02-07 7:28]
A very interesting and beautiful picture with the different ones existing in apparent harmony. Excellent detail - the light conditions seem to be good on one hand and difficult on the other. Well done.
PS: Pity about the object in the water but sometimes one has to live with such intrusion.
- cobra112 (43366)
- [2011-02-07 7:33]
Ciao Anne. What pleasant situation here! DOF and details are perfect. Interesting capture in not so easy light's contitions. Very well done.
- samiran88 (10271)
- [2011-02-07 8:04]
Very interesting shot you present us. All are searching food with peaceful co-existence.
- PeterZ (49139)
- [2011-02-07 8:36]
Interesting photo of these animals together, specially the Coypu. Never seen in the wild. A pity is the plastic in the water. Very nice natural colours and a pleasing composition.
- marius-secan (29598)
- [2011-02-07 8:44]
Splendid habitat with such amazing animal living near this river. Very nice composition, excellent details and great clarity. Lovely capture and great exposure.
Thanks for sharing! Have a nice week!
- chrimakris (26007)
- [2011-02-07 9:03]
Interesting scene with good composition and good sharpness
- maaciejka (27117)
- [2011-02-07 9:30]
incredible view of this different animals. They looks like a trek. Nice composition, very good sharpness.
Thanks for sharing.
- Marco2010 (7392)
- [2011-02-07 9:43]
Ottima composizione con vori tipi di animali tranne uno il saccetto di plostica,purtroppo nei fiumi Italiani vive anche quella spece.Belli i colori grande la nitidezza, complimenti.
- paolo49 (6200)
- [2011-02-07 11:59]
Hello Anne, unfortunately, have condensed into a single image are reduced as many Italian rivers, dirty water, a nutria from South America and finally a plastic bag. How evil are reduced. You are still been good to condense everything. Rwegards, Paolo
- maurydv (36428)
- [2011-02-07 14:01]
tre diverse specie in pochi metri, in un certo senso un "allarmante" indicatore del degrado ambientale prodotto dall'uomo, lo stesso Uomo che a Firenze ci ha lasciato quelle meravigliose bellezze che hai potuto vedere ....., bellissima luce invernale in una piacevole immagine che ci racconta molte cose
Grazie e complimenti
- lousat (65489)
- [2011-02-07 14:48]
Salut Anne,mais quelle belle page de pub pour Florence..ehhee...et quelle composition tres riche des differentes especes,excellente qualite',details dans une lumiere pas facile...mes compliments et bon Mardi,Luciano
- albert (2971)
- [2011-02-08 3:34]
Belle compo sur la co-habitation mais dommage pour ce foutu sac en plastique éclairé par cette belle lumière
- foozi (25839)
- [2011-02-08 4:46]
very interesting capture showing the animals by the river. I learn something new today- Coypu, and I have never seen also.
thanks for sharing these lively animals.
- rousettus (19818)
- [2011-02-08 9:20]
what a beautiful scene with coypu, egret and mallards. you nicely captured and focus them together. nicely composed and noted. thanks for sharing.
- nasokoun (62)
- [2011-02-08 23:54]
just a great scene Anne, moments love to see!
- nanreh (2191)
- [2014-08-11 8:28]
It is truly an interesting documentary image. Thanks for sharing, Anne.
¿"Nutria" in Italy ??? It is very interesting because it is a typical animal in South America, particularly in my area, island area and large rivers of the coast of Argentina. The Spanish Conquistadors called "nutria" (otter) for a very general appearance and aquatic life (although the "nutria" is a rodent, like the beaver, otter and true is a mustelid).
I guess it was introduced in Europe at some point. Now I will investigate the matter ...
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There can hardly be a reader out there that hasn't heard of Agatha Christie. The Queen of Crime, most famous for her creation of detectives Hercule Poirot and Miss Jane Marple, was a master of the craft, fashioning ingenious puzzles and inventing a lot of the rules that subsequent crime fiction would come to live by.
One of her lesser-known books came about as the result of a challenge and her own personal interests. Christie's second husband, Max Mallowan, was a noted archaeologist – his profession and their travels throughout the Middle East helped inspire a number of books, including Murder in Mesopotamia (1936, which sees Poirot investigate a murder at an archaeological site). A friend of the family was the Egyptologist Stephen Glanville, who hit upon Christie's interest in the region and the publication of translated letters by a man called Heqanakthe (in which he complained about his family's treatment of his concubine).
It is Christie's only work in what would now be called historical mystery
Death Comes as the End was released in 1944, and it is Christie's only work in what would now be called historical mystery. In 2000 BC Thebes, the lives of a family are disturbed when the father, mortuary priest Imhotep, returns from the north with his new concubine, Nofret, who begins to sow discontent amongst them. Her body is later found at the foot of a cliff – although the family are afraid that a curse has been placed on the house, the priest's daughter Renisenb suspects that an all-too human killer is at work within their household.
If we're honest, Death Comes as the End is not one of Christie's best novels. The characters are finely drawn – the first murder takes place more than a third in, allowing time for the personalities to be established and developed – but there's not really that much in the way of detection. Figuring out who the murderer is comes down to a quite literal process of elimination, the book ending with very few of the characters left.
Where it excels, though, is in its sense of place and time – attention has been paid to the little details and so, although this is a work of fiction, it feels like it could be a genuine account of family life in Ancient Egypt. The timeline is organised in relation to the farming season, with the book explaining how the Agricultural calendar formed the background of peasant life. Their year would begin with the arrival of flood water in the Nile, which provided the liquid necessary for farming to begin.
Perhaps unsurprisingly, the processes involved with death crop up a lot in the novel
We also get an insight into the day-to-day life of a ka-priest, and the responsibilities that entailed. They would provide offerings at the tomb of a deceased on certain feasts days on behalf of the family and, in return, they would be bequeathed property. Perhaps unsurprisingly, the processes involved with death crop up a lot in the novel – an early scene sees Renisenb think of his deceased husband Khay, who is travelling to the afterlife with amulets for protection, and a later event explains in some detail the process of Nofret's burial. (In a darkly amusing aside, the local undertaker offers the family bulk discount on embalming.)
Critics of the book note that it is essentially Hercule Poirot's Christmas in Ancient Egypt (and, if we're honest, there is something in that). We do have the same dysfunctional family dynamic, but that Ancient Egyptian trapping gives us an interesting window into that bygone time. All these little differences, be it idle discussion of the changing of the King or an argument as to which God is best, build up a fascinating picture of a long-gone time. I'm not going to claim that it's the most factual book you'll ever read on the topic, but the easy readability of an Agatha Christie means you're likely to take more away from this than a stuffy textbook.
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Coronation Street's Aidan Connor is set to 'return from the dead' in haunting scenes.
It comes after Alya makes a discovery which will have huge ramifications on the ITV1 soap.
Viewers of the long-running serial show will see Aidan, played by Shayne Ward, return.
The factory boss took his own life , after secretly battling mental health issues - leaving his family utterly devastated, reports the Liverpool Echo.
Since his death Alya has been involved in a desperate battle to gain control of the factory - after discovering Aidan left it to her in his will - leaving Carla furious.
But in scenes set to air next week Alya is set to rethink her decision, as a video clip of Aidan comes to light.
As she announces she's bagged a huge new contract, Sarah tells her how proud Aidan would have been of her.
Handing a DVD to Alya, Sarah explains how a student dropped it in and it’s of an interview she conducted with Aidan to discuss his role as a kidney donor.
As Alya watches Aidan’s DVD she realises just how much his family meant to him - but will it make her thaw towards the Connors?
A suicide prevention charity helpline experienced its "busiest day ever" after troubled Coronation Street character Aidan Connor killed himself, prompting a flood of requests for help from young people.
Papyrus, which provides trained support for callers to its HopeLineUK service, said staff "worked relentlessly, without taking a break" to cope with the surge in demand.
Charity chief executive Ged Flynn told the Press Association there were "three times as many calls as a routine day" after the episodes in May, and the subsequent instalment on Wednesday when Aidan's family and friends made the grim discovery.
Mr Flynn praised the soap, and actor Shayne Ward, for the "sensitive and brave handling" of the storyline, and said it undoubtedly prompted people to come forward and ask for help.
He said: "There is strong evidence that says when something like suicide affects a cherished person perhaps in the public eye, it encourages others to seek help - and we've certainly seen that here.
"Our advisers were in all day and they worked relentlessly - none of them took a break due to the sheer number of people phoning up, texting, leaving voicemails, asking for help.
"I think the storyline - the way it was sensitively handled without being sensationalised - the way Aidan's character was portrayed on screen, and the subsequent coverage in the media clearly affected a lot of people.
"If people have seen it happen to a popular person, in this case a soap character, it really relates to people and makes them think: 'It can happen to me, too'.
"Sometimes we don't share our feelings - if we're having a bad day, perhaps suffering with mental health issues. Shayne has helped break that stigma, and I think he deserves praise for the way he's engaged with people on social media as well."
After Wednesday's episode, the 33-year-old actor reached out to fans for their bravery in opening up about their problems, and said he hopes the conversation will continue.
Ward - whose own family has been touched by suicide, the leading cause of death in young people - said he sought out a therapist to help him understand it better before shooting the harrowing scenes.
But he said filming still took him to a dark place.
"This is affecting millions of people around the world every single day, and when I read the stats I couldn't believe it," he told The Sun.
"So when I'm getting into that place, it's a really, really dark place which again breaks my heart.
"You feel that there is no light at the end of the tunnel.
"You feel lost, you feel hopeless, powerless, unloved and you feel like you can never make things right."
Mr Flynn said: "Suicide is no soap opera. Papyrus knows only too well the unimaginable pain that many young people are experiencing.
"We believe that everyone can help to prevent suicide, not least by opening a conversation with young people about keeping suicide-safe.
"Many young people, like Aidan, feel they need to keep silent. Papyrus asks us all to shatter the silence around suicide and help to save young lives."
- The Papyrus HopeLineUK is available on 0800 068 4141


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Thursday, March 6, 2014
Wednesday, March 5, 2014
moneypixie: That’s awesome I wanna learn to draw like that do you have any tips or videos for me to learn from
I don’t have any videos, but I do have a few things on my blog under the tag ‘Process’ (or you can just click this). Sometimes I’ll put up posts that document a piece step-by-step, and when I do they’ll be under that tag. Thanks!
Tuesday, March 4, 2014
Finished off that picture of Ryuko I started yesterday! This one was pretty fun to do, so I might put up a process post if anyone wants to see it. Took a bit longer than expected, but the show means a lot to me so I don’t mind.
Also I saved a closer crop here.
Monday, March 3, 2014
After listening to ambiguous by GARNiDELiA on repeat almost all day, I felt like I had to do another Kill la Kill piece, so that’s what I’ve been doing this evening. I would finish it tonight but I remembered a group project that I have to work on, so I’ll have to put it off until tomorrow…
Sunday, March 2, 2014
queensheva67 asked: What is your avatar it is soo awesome
My avatar is a screencap of Ryuko from the anime Kill la Kill! One of my favourite animes.
Got my own copy of the Dark Souls concept art book today!
"Bitter and Then Some"
My next piece for my Illustration class. Like a previous piece I did on prometheum, this one is based on the element thallium.
Saturday, March 1, 2014
About time I unlocked the Zenith Kris skins! They’re not so noticeable when sheathed, though.
imcoolerinvideogames asked: Okay honestly you have one of the best art styles I have seen on Tumblr. Like ah I love it so so much! All your pieces are beautiful and I hate that they don't get more notes! You deserve all the recognition you can get!
Aw, thank you so much! It’s hard to see my own style, since I’m constantly changing the way I do things, but I’m glad you like what’s happening :) I really appreciate the support!
Friday, February 28, 2014
Not gone, just busy! Started both of these today. The first one is a piece of fan art, and the second is for my next Illustration assignment, both unfinished.
So these came in the mail today! :D
Some quick League sketches before I head off to a history lecture…
Quick Bloodthrone Vampire portrait before I go to bed tonight.


Irish company Nordigo has developed a unique propulsion system that can be fitted to manual wheelchairs. According to Nordigo, their patented "lever propulsion system" allows the user a 30% increase in speed and a 30% reduction in energy use when compared to a traditional pushing motion. The system allows traditional self propulsion to be done so that use of their system is only done when the user wishes to use it... all without having to disengage anything. The system works by a simple rowing motion which provides a nice cardiovascular workout for the user while also keeping the user's hand clear from the dirty wheels. Steering and braking are done by the disc brakes that are fitted to each quick-release wheel. Pretty clever for a system that appears to be lighter than traditional powered-assist motors! Check out their site for more details!


In this article, we are going to learn how to use a Flame Sensor With Raspberry Pi Pico to detect whether there is a fire. We will go through the circuit diagram, the code, and how to put it all together. In this reader, we will discuss how to use the Raspberry Pi Pico board and the flame sensor to create a simple fire detection system.
- Raspberry Pi Pico
- USB cable
- Flame sensor module
- jumper wires
What is Flame Sensor?
A flame sensor is a device that detects the presence of a flame. The most common type of flame sensor is an infrared sensor, which detects the infrared radiation emitted by a flame. There are also flame sensors that detect the ultraviolet radiation emitted by a flame. Flame sensors are used in a variety of applications, including fire alarm systems, furnaces, and engines. In a fire alarm system.
Raspberry Pi Pico
The Raspberry Pi Pico is a powerful little board that opens up a world of possibilities for makers and hobbyists. It is a great platform for learning about electronics and programming. The Pico board is also well-suited for IoT applications. The GPIO pinout makes it easy to interface with a wide variety of sensors and actuators. The Pico is a great choice for makers and hobbyists who want to explore the flame sensor on a raspberry pi that is used to detect and measure the intensity of a flame.
The schematic diagram for a flame sensor with raspberry pi pico
And here we have the breadboard schematic diagram:
Raspberry Pi Pico Flame Sensor
- GPIO0 ————————– DO
- 3.3V ———————–—— +
- GND ———————-—— G
Programming for Flame Sensor With Raspberry Pi Pico
from machine import Pin, PWM
flame_sensor = Pin(16, Pin.IN)
buzzer = Pin(17, Pin.OUT)
#OUT1 and OUT2
# Defining frequency for enable pins
duty_cycle = 65535
while flame_sensor.value() == 1:
if flame_sensor.value() == 0:
I defined the buzzer as the output and the flame Sensor as the Input. The buzzer is connected to GP17 and Flame Sensor is connected to GP16.
if the sensor has detected any fire and then accordingly turn ON and turn OFF the buzzer. So, that’s all about the code.
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Mysteryvibe manufactuers the Crescendo, a reconfigurable stick vibrator with 6 motors.
Different versions of the Crescendo firmware contain different numbers of characteristics. For this writing, we are assuming the latest firmware as of May 2018, which has 7 characteristics.
Not all of the characteristics have been mapped, as the device has many functions including real time control, file loading, file playback with boosting/intensity (features derived from the Crescendo application GUI).
The currently mapped characteristics are enough to get real time control working with the vibrator.
Main Service ID
Mode Characteristic (3 bytes, read/write/notify)
Mode bytes are as follows:
0xXX 0x0Y 0xZZ
- X - Assumed to be some sort of status flag field. Starts out at 0x48
- Byte 0: On/Off (i.e. 0x48 plays nothing, 0x49 plays current pattern)
- Y - Unknown, seems to be either 0x01 or 0x02. Needs to be 0x02 for real time control
- ZZ - Unknown. Changes rapidly while playing patterns, could be some sort of memory offset.
Control Chracteristic (6 bytes, read/write/notify)
0x0a 0xWW 0x?? 0x?? 0x?? 0x??
- WW - On-board pattern index
- Rest of bytes unknown
Motor Control Characteristic (6 bytes, read/write/notify)
Motor Control bytes are as follows:
0xAA 0xBB 0xCC 0xDD 0xEE 0xFF
- AA - Motor level for Motor 1 (End with nubby bits), values 0-56 (decimal, reason values are not aligned to 100 or powers of 2 unknown). Values larger than 56 may cause motor speed to change.
- BB - Motor level for Motor 2 (See motor 1 notes for values)
- So on down through the 6th motor.
When the Crescendo application is started, the following command is sent to the Mode Control Characteristic:
0x48 0x01 0x00
To flip the device to real time control mode, send the following command to the Mode Control Characteristic:
0x43 0x02 0x00
This presumably mean play something, since 0x43 has the 0x1 flag flipped.
Once the device is in real time control mode, motor values can be set by writing 6 bytes to the Motor Control characteristic.
Writing bytes to this characteristic spins up the motor for a short time, around ~80-90ms (note that this timing was derived experimentally, and may be slightly different from the actual application distributed by MysteryVibe). To keep a sustained pattern, update messages must be sent frequently. It is currently unknown whether there is a device mode that will sustain commands.
To set all vibrators to top speed, the following packet can be sent to the motor control characteristic:
0x38 0x38 0x38 0x38 0x38 0x38
Things to figure out
- Firmware loading
- Pattern loading retreival
- Mode field bits
- What the rest of the characteristics do
- Is there a way to sustain commands


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Harold H. (Hal) Woods
Hal Woods did pen & ink drawings for School
Days magazine in Vancouver in the 1920s. He put a very small
text advertisment in the October 1924 issue:
Tuition in Illustrating or Cartooning - Afternoon or Evening.
HAROLD H. WOODS, 1019 Davie St.
Not apparently listed in BC Vital Statistics on-line
Not in Dictionary of British Artists 1880 - 1940
Not in McMann/McDonald/Harper
Not in NGC Artists in Canada
CITY & PROVINCIAL DIRECTORIES 1927
(refer to DIR)


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The summer (June through September) is the main season for fresh dragon fruit. August and September are the peak months for most varieties; however, varieties of Selenecereus megalanthus produce fruit during the winter months of November through February (Lobo et al, 2015).
- 1 Is dragon fruit in season?
- 2 What weather does dragon fruit grow?
- 3 What month does dragon fruit bloom?
- 4 Is dragon fruit easy to grow?
- 5 Can dragon fruit grow in winter?
- 6 How long do dragon fruit take to grow?
- 7 Is dragon fruit frost tolerant?
- 8 Is dragon fruit a tree?
- 9 Can you grow dragon fruit indoors?
- 10 How do you grow a dragon fruit plant?
- 11 How much sun does a dragon fruit plant need?
- 12 Can you grow dragon fruit in pots?
- 13 How often should I water dragon fruit?
Is dragon fruit in season?
Fruit is generally ready to be harvested around one month after flowering when there is a colour change in the fruit from green to 85% pink. The fruiting season for dragon fruit extends from October to April.
What weather does dragon fruit grow?
Dragon fruit plants are not hardy in cold or hot weather, so make sure you can keep your plant between 32 and 90 degrees Fahrenheit —around 70 degrees is perfect. If your area is warm during the summer months but too cold during the winter months, bring your plant inside when the weather cools to keep it warm.
What month does dragon fruit bloom?
This unique jungle plant typically blooms from early summer through mid-autumn. Dragon fruit cactus is a night blooming plant and the flowers last only one evening.
Is dragon fruit easy to grow?
It’s especially easy in warm environments, but if you have a greenhouse or sun porch, you can grow dragon fruit in colder environments. Dragon fruit is an exotic fruit, and in most of the southern US, you can grow a dragon fruit plant in pots on your patio if you’re careful to protect it from cold weather.
Can dragon fruit grow in winter?
Protection. Most dragon fruit plants will make it through the winter months without a problem, as long as they are planted in USDA plant hardiness zones 10a through 11. If the weather forecast has a multi-day frost prediction, however, you may want to build a shelter for your dragon fruit.
How long do dragon fruit take to grow?
Plants can begin flowering in as little as six to eight months, although container-grown plants may take up to two years to bear fruit. The good news is that once the plant is mature, you could see four to six fruiting cycles a year from a plant that is capable of bearing fruit for 20 to 30 years.
Is dragon fruit frost tolerant?
Dragon fruits come from Mexico and Central and Southern America. Not surprisingly they like warm conditions with mild winters and no frost. They can tolerate the occasional short burst of cold weather but ideally they should be kept above 10 degrees.
Is dragon fruit a tree?
Dragon fruit (Hylocereus undatus), also known as pitahaya, is native to Central and South America and needs year-round heat. Dragon fruit trees are vining, and need something to climb. They are also heavy – a mature plant can reach 25 feet (7.5 m.)
Can you grow dragon fruit indoors?
You can grow the dragon fruit plant (Hylocereus undatus) indoors if your home has a location with plenty of sunlight, such as a sunroom or a large window where the plant gets six to eight hours of sunlight. Dragon fruit cactus is a vine that can grow up to 20 feet tall.
How do you grow a dragon fruit plant?
Snip off a 30cm section of a dragon fruit tree and leave it to dry out for 5-6 days or until the cut end turns white. Once it has dried out simply place cut side down into sandy cacti soil and water monthly. Your plant will send out roots and make itself at home within a month and then continue to grow. Easy peasy!
How much sun does a dragon fruit plant need?
Dragon fruit needs sun to produce fruit so plant it in a full sun spot or a place that gets at least 6 hours of sunlight a day. When situated indoors, make sure your plant is in a warm and sunny spot. Unlike most cactus, dragon fruit likes to have its soil on the slightly moist side.
Can you grow dragon fruit in pots?
Dragon fruit are well suited to growing in pots, provided they are least 500 mm wide. Choose a pot at least 500mm wide and deep. Position in full sun and protect from strong winds. Fill pot with free-draining cacti and succulent mix.
How often should I water dragon fruit?
It’s also possible your dragon fruit won’t develop fruit because of a lack of moisture. Since it’s a cactus, many gardeners assume the pitaya doesn’t need much water. In fact, it likes its soil to be kept consistently moist and should be given about an inch (2.5 cm.) of water per week.


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Congressional Budget Office Cost Estimate: S. 1447, Diesel Emissions Reduction Act of 2017 [open pdf - 89KB]
"S. 1447 would authorize the appropriation of $100 million annually through 2022 for the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to provide grants for projects and state programs that reduce emissions from diesel engines. The bill also would require the EPA to provide guidance to states about technical differences in vehicles, engines, equipment, and vehicle fleets. Finally, the bill would specify that any funds not claimed by states for diesel programs be reallocated for projects that retrofit vehicles. Assuming appropriation of the authorized amounts, CBO [Congressional Budget Office] estimates that implementing S. 1447 would cost $480 million over the 2018-2022 period. Enacting the bill would not affect direct spending or revenues; therefore, pay-as-you-go procedures do not apply. CBO estimates that enacting S. 1447 would not increase net direct spending or on-budget deficits in any of the four consecutive 10-year periods beginning in 2028. S. 1447 contains no intergovernmental or private-sector mandates as defined in the Unfunded Mandates Reform Act (UMRA) and would impose no costs on state, local, or tribal governments."
Congressional Budget Office: https://www.cbo.gov/

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domain: hobby


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Thanks Peter, Yes, I recognised the paper (and a fragment is in the documents section here), but the French forum offers a few "breadcrumb" trails to follow -beatsy1
Beats, This is the same paper which I sent you an English translation of some time back. The problem with trying to asses the Saint Laurent deposition rate ispeter_m_macdonald
Hi Brian, the translations of Google perform shall me :) First skim doesn't show any deposition rate (or depth/age) topics - but all very interestingbeatsy1
Many of our members are interested in the taxonomy and evolution of the diatoms, while others have an interest in diatoms as esthetic objects. Others may have deeper interests in the ecology of diatoms. We see all of these interests as being fully compatible.
The purpose of the group is to facilitate: (a) communication among diatomists at all levels of expertise; (b) the sharing of images and data regarding diatoms; (c) the furtherance of education concerning diatoms; (d) discussion of diatom collecting techniques, and the cleaning and mounting of diatoms for observation with the light microscope; (e) assistance in identifying diatom specimens; and (f) other purposes that may arise as the group evolves. The group is moderated, the moderators being Dick Carter (United States), Leszek Wolnik (Ireland), and Raymond Hummelink (The Netherlands).
The image on our group homepage was made by Prof. Bill Dailey, and shows the diatom Kittonia elaborata (Grove & Sturt) Grove and Sturt. It is from the famous Late Eocene deposits of Oamaru, New Zealand.
- Mar 26, 2011
- This is a restricted group.
- Attachments are permitted.
- Members cannot hide email address.
- Listed in Yahoo Groups directory.
- Membership requires approval.
- Messages are not moderated.
- All members can post messages.