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Albert Duveen collection of artists' letters and ephemera
The Albert Duveen collection of artists' letters and ephemera measures 1.1 linear feet and dates from 1807 to 1946. Unrelated letters written by over 170 mostly 19th and early 20th century American artists are found in this compiled collection of art critic, dealer, and collector Albert Duveen. Additional ephemera includes printed material and photographs of artwork.
Jane Freeman papers
The scattered papers of portrait painter Jane Freeman measure 0.5 linear feet and date from 1904 to 1963. Largely concerning her portraits, the papers include biographical material, correspondence including letters from Walter Clifton, Frederick Stuart Church, and others, photographs of Freeman and of works of art, printed material, and writings and lectures on women in art and portrait painting.
Frederic Remington papers
Correspondence, printed material, and writings.
Saul Zalesch collection of artists' letters and documents
Artists' letters and documents collected by Zalesch and letters written to him in response to inquiries concnering autographs and biographical information.
John Gellatly letters received from artists
The John Gellatly letters received from artists measure 0.2 linear feet and date from 1887 to 1931. Found within the collection are 120 letters to Gellatly from Emma and Abbott H. Thayer, Frederick S. Church, Irving Wiles, Albert Pinkham Ryder, C. E. S. Wood, and George Grey Barnard. Some of the letters contain sketches, particularly those from Church. Topics include the price and progress of artworks, requests for commissions, mutual friendships, and daily events. There are also two copies of the poem "The Flying Dutchman" by Albert P. Ryder.
Artists' Fellowship records
UNMICROFILMED: Correspondence, membership files, minutes, historian's records, financial material, subject files, and miscellany.
Charles Lang Freer selected papers
Papers concerning Freer's art collecting activities, including correspondence, diaries, art inventories, scrapbooks of clippings on James McNeil Whistler and other press clippings, and photographs. In addition to Freer's own correspondence, the papers include correspondence collected by Freer of James McNeill Whistler and of Whistler collector Richard A. Canfield, correspondence of …
James D. Smillie and Smillie family papers
The James D. Smillie and Smillie family papers measure 5.6 linear feet and date from 1853 to 1957. The collection consists of the papers of four members of the Smillie family including James Smillie, his sons James David and George Henry Smillie, and George's wife, Helen 'Nellie' Jacobs Smillie. The majority of the papers are those of James D. Smillie, comprised of correspondence, forty-five daily diaries, a scrapbook, printed materials, and one etching. The papers of James Smillie consist of biographical materials and writings. The George Smillie papers include biographical materials, scattered correspondence, a scrapbook, printed materials, and photographs. The Helen Jacobs Smillie papers include corrrespondence and photographs. Also found are scattered materials relating to other family members, mostly the children of Helen Jacobs and George Smillie.
Alfred Williams Anthony papers
The microfilmed Alfred Williams Anthony papers contain letters, autographs, biographical data, and miscellaneous material collected by Anthony about 19th century artists. Artists represented in the collection include: Edwin A. Abbey, Ernest Albert, Elizabeth A. Allen, Daniel C. Beard, Frank Beard, Samuel G. W. Benjamin, Albert Bierstadt, Nathaniel Blaisdell, Edwin H. Blashfield …
Charlene Hodges Byrd collection
The Charlene Hodges Byrd collection measures 43 linear feet, and dates from circa 1750-2009, with the bulk of the material dating from 1880-1960. The collection documents the personal life and professional career of Charlene Hodges Byrd, an African American teacher from Washington, D.C., along with material for several related families from Pennsylvania, Maryland, and Washington, D.C. Family members prominently represented include Sarah A. Shimm, teacher and essayist under the name Faith Lichen; her daughters Erminie F. Shimm and Grace E. Shimm Cummings, both teachers; and Byrd's mother, Joyce Ethel Cummings Hodges, also a teacher. Correspondence and writings chiefly discuss family life, religion, race, education, and the relationship with Frederick Douglass and his family. The collection is arranged in 10 series: Biographical Material, Correspondence, Writings, Subject Files, Financial and Legal Records, Printed Material, Volumes, Memorabilia, Textiles, and Photographs.


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The other night in the meatpacking district, we spotted an unmarked truck painted a familiar red. Turns out, the duo behind the Vinny Vincenz Pizza Mobile, Salvatore Olivella and Vinny Vincenz, recently launched (along with a third partner) a new truck that will do night duty in the meatpacking district while the original parks at West 27th Street. Next week, it gets signage branding it simply the Pizza Truck. During the day, the Pizza Truck will be a civil affair serving pastas, paninis, salads, and, of course, the patented Grandma slice—there’s even an espresso machine on board. But don’t expect fancy prosciutto slices at night, when Olivella admits he’s mainly in the business of feeding drunks. “It’s crazy stuff you’ve never seen before in your life,” he says through a thick Italian accent, describing girls who’ve offered to flash him for a free slice. (He’ll be competing with Gaslight’s pizzeria, which opened next to the lounge a few months ago.)
In addition to standard slices, there were chicken and spinach empanadas that Olivella refers to as “baby calzones.” Olivella says he’s planning to launch a third truck, covering the Wall Street area, in late July, though Vincenz says they’re still in negotiations. In the meantime, a Web site for the new fleet should launch next week. Oh, and in case you’re wondering, Olivella, who has been involved with L’Asso and Pie by the Pound, says the new truck cost about $45,000 to start up, but the business is better than any he’s seen before: “At a restaurant you make $45,000 to $50,000 a week, but you don’t see nothing. Too many bills today!”
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US 4414858 A
Apparatus for sampling water or steam condensate in a steam turbine system includes a plurality of lines connected to receive fluid samples from various points in the system for delivering a selected sample to an analyzer through a valving arrangement. The valving arrangement and analyzer are under control of a microprocessor which has a set of stored instructions governing the random selection of which lines are to be selected for sampling. The selection may be interrupted as a result of the analysis whereas the result of abnormal fluid conditions in a particular line is determined by sensors provided in each line. The valves are of the type which provide for continuous fluid flow therethrough so that a fluid sample if selected will be provided to the analyzer and all those not selected will be returned back to the steam turbine system for reuse.
1. Apparatus for sampling fluids from a plurality of sampling points in a steam turbine system having a steam supply, a steam turbine arrangement driven thereby, a condenser for condensing exhaust steam from said turbine arrangement and a recirculating fluid path, for returning condensed steam back to said supply, comprising:
(A) a valve arrangement having a plurality of valves each of which may be activated in response to an applied control signal;
(B) a plurality of fluid sample lines connected between selected points in said steam turbine system and said valve arrangement;
(C) analyzing means for analyzing selected fluid samples passed by said valving arrangement;
(D) a common drain line connected to supply fluid back to said steam turbine system;
(E) computer means operable to supply said applied control signals control signals to activate selected ones of said valves in accordance with a set of stored instructions, so as to place a single one of said fluid sample lines in fluid communication with said analyzing means;
(F) said computer means and valve arrangement being such that all non-selected fluid sample lines are in continuous fluid communication with said common drain line so as to return fluid in said sample lines back to said steam turbine system from which it came, for reuse thereby.
2. Apparatus according to claim 1 which includes:
(A) a plurality of sensors, each in fluid communication with a selected one of said fluid sample lines and each operable to provide an output signal indicative of a predetermined condition of the fluid in its associated line;
(B) said computer means being responsive to said output signals to interrupt the preprogrammed sampling sequence in response to an abnormal one of said output signals.
3. Apparatus according to claim 2 wherein:
(A) said sensors are conductivity meters.
4. Apparatus according to claim 1 wherein:
(A) said common drain line is connected to return fluid back to said condenser.
5. Apparatus according to claim 1 which includes:
(A) means in selected ones of said fluid sample lines operable to reduce the pressure and temperature of a fluid sample taken from said steam turbine system.
6. Apparatus according to claim 1 wherein:
(A) said computer means is operatively connected to receive the results of said analyzing means and to interrupt the preprogrammed sampling sequence in response to an abnormal analysis.
7. Apparatus according to claim 1 wherein:
(A) said valves are of the type which includes a minimum of one input and two outputs whereby entering fluid is directed to one output or the other so as to provide for continuous flow through said valve.
1. Field of the Invention
The invention in general relates to multi-point sampling systems, and particularly to an arrangement which automatically samples and analyzes water and steam condensate from a plurality of points in a steam turbine system.
2. Description of the Prior Art
In a steam turbine-generator power plant ultrahigh purity water is utilized in the generation of steam. The corrosive effects of impurities on turbines, boilers and other critical components in steam turbine power plants are well known and accordingly the circulating water for steam generation is maintained at a purity measured in parts per billion.
As part of the program for maintaining this high purity level it is necessary to collect representative samples of water or steam condensate from various locations in the steam turbine system so that they may be analyzed in order that corrective measures, if required, may be effected.
The present invention provides for the automatic collecting of representative samples of high purity water or steam condensate from various points in the steam turbine system.
Apparatus for sampling fluids in a steam turbine system in accordance with the present invention includes a valve arrangement which has a plurality of valves each of which may be activated in response to an applied control signal. A plurality of fluid sample lines is connected between various points in the steam turbine system and the valve arrangement. An analyzer is provided for analyzing selected fluid samples passed by the valving arrangement and all of those samples which are not selected are continuously flowing to a common drain line which is connected back to steam turbine fluid system so as to minimize loss of high purity water. A computer such as a microprocessor supplies the control signals to activated selected ones of the valves in accordance with a set of stored instructions so as to place a single one of the fluid sample lines in fluid communication with the analyzer.
Each fluid sample line includes a sensor providing an output signal to the computer whereby the sampling pattern of the fluid sample lines may be altered if the particular sensor output indicates an alarm condition. Similarly, the computer may alter the sampling sequence in response to the analyzer output if such output indicates the necessity for such alteration.
FIG. 1 illustrates a simplified diagram of a steam turbine-generator power plant;
FIG. 2 is a block diagram illustrating one embodiment of the present invention; and
FIGS. 3A and 3B illustrate the fluid flow through a typical valve of FIG. 2.
FIG. 1 illustrates a typical steam turbine system for a power plant and includes a steam turbine arrangement 10 having a plurality of turbines in the form of high pressure turbine 12, intermediate pressure turbine 14 and low pressure turbine 16, all of which are coupled to a common shaft 18 to drive an electrical generator 20 which supplies power to a load 22.
A steam supply in the form of a boiler system 24 includes, by way of example, an input economizer section 26 and a reheater section 28. Boiler steam is provided to the turbine arrangement 10 through input valving 30 and steam exiting the high pressure turbine 12 is reheated in reheater section 28 and provided to intermediate pressure turbine 14 through valving 32. Steam exiting the intermediate pressure turbine 14 is provided by way of crossover piping 34 to the low pressure turbine 16 from which the steam is exhausted into a conventional condenser 36.
Water in the condenser is recirculated back to the boiler after chemical treatment to maintain high purity. The chemical treatment may include a plurality of polishers 40 which basically are ion exchange units designed to remove impurities. After the chemical treatment the water is heated by a series of heaters 42 and returned to the input economizer 26 of the boiler system 24.
A sampling system 50 is provided and in accordance with the present invention automatically obtains samples from various points in the steam turbine system. By way of example, fluid sample line 52 samples condensate fluid from condenser 36. Fluid sample lines 53-55 are connected to sample effluent from respective first, second and third polishers while line 56 samples the combined polisher effluent. Line 57 is connected to sample the input to the economizer 26, line 58 samples the main steam output and line 59 is cnnected to sample the hot reheat steam.
Since some of the fluid samples might be at elevated temperatures and pressures, a plurality of preconditioners are provided to reduce temperatures and pressures of the circulating fluid to manageable values. By way of example lines 57-59 contain respective preconditioners 62-64 so as to reduce the temperature and pressure of fluid at the input to the economizer, output of the boiler system, and output of the reheater, respectively.
In operation, the sampling system 50 will communicate one of the fluid sample lines to analyzing equipment 68 and will communicate all the non-selected lines to a common drain line 70 connected to supply the fluid in the fluid sample lines back to the recirculating fluid of the steam turbine system. By way of example common drain line 70 may be connected directly to condenser 36.
The sampling system 50 is illustrated in more detail in FIG. 2 and includes a valve arrangement 80 having a plurality of valves V1-V7 each of which governs fluid flow therethrough in response to an applied control signal. Such control signals are provided by a control 82 in the form of a digital computer having a set of stored instructions for generating output control signals applied to the individual valves by means of control lines 84.
The valves are of the type through which there is a continuous flow of fluid, as opposed to a simple on/off type of valve. For example, FIGS. 3A and 3B illustrate the fluid flow through a typical valve which may be utilized herein. In FIGS. 3A and 3B block 86 represents the valve body, lines 88 and 89 are input lines to the valve whereas lines 90 and 91 are output lines therefrom. Arrows 92 and 93 represent the fluid flow through the valve body. Computer 82 may provide a logical ZERO to selected one of the valves in which case it will assume a fluid flow orientation as in FIG. 3A whereas the provision of a logical ONE from the computer will cause a valve to assume a fluid flow condition as in FIG. 3B. Therefore, to communicate an individual one of the fluid sample lines to the analyzer while communicating the remainder to the common drain line, control signals may be provided in accordance with Table I.
TABLE I______________________________________Select Control Signals to ValvesLine V1 V2 V3 V4 V5 V6 V7______________________________________52 1 * * * 1 * 153 0 * * * 1 * 154 * 1 * * 0 * 155 * 0 * * 0 * 156 * * 1 * * 1 057 * * 0 * * 1 058 * * * 1 * 0 059 * * * 0 * 0 0______________________________________ *can be either 1 or 0
Although the valve arrangement 80 includes one less valve than lines to be sampled, other arrangements are possible. For example, each line may have its own individual valve for communicating that line directly with the analyzer, with the valve being of the type wherein there is continuous fluid flow either to the analyzer, when that line is selected by computer 82, or to the common drain line 70. With the continuous flow feature any particular fluid sample is immediately ready for analysis whereas if the lines were dead ended, that is, connected to a valve which is either fully opened or fully closed, then a great deal of time would be wasted for a sample to be equilibrated. For ultra-high purity water samples as found in the steam turbine environment, this equilibration time may be as high as 24 hours.
Once a line has been selected for sampling in accordance with the stored program in computer 82, analyzer 68 will perform its analysis function as dictated by the computer via link 96. Once the results of the analysis have been obtained the computer will select the next sample line in accordance with its stored instructions or alternatively will examine another sample, out of its normal sequence, in accordance with the results of the analysis as provided to the computer via link 96.
The apparatus of the present invention is additionally designed and constructed to interrupt the predetermined schedule of sampling in response to abnormal conditions in the fluid sample lines. More particularly, a plurality of sensors S1-S8 are provided for respective fluid sample lines 52-59 and are designed to measure some predetermined parameter of the fluid in the fluid sample line. By way of example, such sensors may be conductivity meters which supply respective output signals via signal lines 98 to the computer 82 which functions to continuously scan the sensor outputs, compare each with predetermined stored limits and in the absence of an alarm condition (a reading out of normal limits) the computer will sample each line according to its programmed instructions. When one or more lines reach alarm levels the normal analysis sequence will be interrupted to service the alarm sample. In the case of several alarms a priority basis is utilized for the sampling.


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Pain Medicine For Cats With Arthritis. 2 nsaids are highly effective at controlling pain. Arthritis in cats responds really well to heat, because it helps to ease the stiffness and aching.
Arthritis is a general term for abnormal changes in the joint. Arthritis is a very common problem in our felines, this disease reduces their mobility and causes pain, in most cases it is due to our cats being overweight, or it can also be caused by injury, infection or development problems.
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Her veterinarian recommended onsior for her arthritic pain but warned that it could further damage her kidneys.However, cats are very adept at hiding any illness (especially pain) as this would be seen as a sign of weakness in the wild.If possible, administer the oil directly into your cat’s mouth.In many cases, animals affected by.
Medication for arthritis can help reduce pain and inflammation to improve your cat’s quality of life, though it will not cure arthritis.Middle aged to senior cats can develop arthritis.Old age arthritis (or osteoarthritis) is a rapidly growing area of feline medicine.Opioids are used to treat severe surgical pain and may also be used in advanced cases of cancer or to control severe arthritis pain.
Opioids may play a role in maintaining a good quality of life for a cat with severe chronic pain.Pain medication is an option, too.Prescription arthritis & pain relief medicine for cats help take the ache out of your cat’s days with prescription pain medication.Recent studies have shown that up to 90% of cats aged over 12 years are showing signs of osteoarthritis (hardie et al, 2002).
Shop chewy for low prices and the best pharmacy pain relief & arthritis!Siouxsie had pretty severe arthritis by the end of her life, too, so mama learned a lot about how to help her feel better.Some vets will recommend nsaids like meloxicam (metacam), but these are.Sometimes, a corticosteroid is helpful for a short period of time to decrease inflammation.
Talk to your veterinarian about your options, which could include acupuncture, laser therapy, massage therapy, physical therapy, and stem cell therapy.The first is holistapet, which makes cbd oil, capsules, and treats specifically designed for cats.The first part covered how pain is assessed and featured the pain clinic at tufts university.The most common treatment for cat arthritis, nsaids are prescribed by a licensed veterinarian who can help determine the type and duration of the treatment.
The problem with conventional treatments for arthritis in cats.These are all medications that affect the perception of pain and work on the central nervous system.These changes occur when cartilage is worn away faster than it can be replaced.These drugs relieve pain from allergies or arthritis primarily by reducing inflammation.
They include dexamethasone and prednisolone.This second part focuses on pain medications for cats with arthritis.This seizure medication helps treat pain.Traditional veterinary treatments for arthritis in cats the drugs occasionally prescribed for arthritis and pain in cats include tramadol, buprenorphine and gabapentin.
Veterinarians often prescribe a variety of medications to treat arthritis, but these often aren’t well tolerated by cats.We carry a large selection and the top brands like piroxicam compounded, prednisolone compounded, and more.When it wears away, joints become swollen and painful.When treating arthritis, i’d recommend holistapet’s cbd pet tincture as i consider it the best option for treating chronic conditions like arthritis.
Your vet will asses your cat and may prescribe medication to relieve pain.Your veterinarian will determine if your cat is a good candidate for this class of medication.[from tufts june 2011 issue] editor’s note:

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Description - Who Said by Jennifer Michael Hecht
The title of this book is Who Said and is written by author Jennifer Michael Hecht. The book Who Said is published by Copper Canyon Press. The ISBN of this book is 9781556594496 and the format is Paperback. The publisher has not provided a book description for Who Said by Jennifer Michael Hecht.
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Book Reviews - Who Said by Jennifer Michael Hecht
Author Biography - Jennifer Michael Hecht
Jennifer Michael Hecht: Jennifer Michael Hecht earned a BA from Adelphi University and a Ph.D. in the history of science from Columbia University. Her debut volume of poetry, The Next Ancient World, won the Poetry Society of America's Norma Farber First Book Award. She teaches at The New School and lives in Brooklyn.

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I used to believe that mindsets were the only thing that separated success from failure, in the accomplishment of any of your dreams. This weekend showed me that the world is more than the mind.
Raised to believe that competition is the driving force of success, we often forget the aspect of humanity that makes us stronger than competition ever could.
Having the ability to put yourself on the line, and make new connections is an invaluable skill set. This allows to you to live the life you want; meeting your ideal friends, girlfriend, and all of your clients. Only if you know how to communicate effectively with these people once you meet them...
Procrastination is worse than the common cold; it takes you over and restrains your body to the spot that it stands. Optimizing at all times is the best way to eliminate procrastination, and the method of application is just as easy as procrastination.
"What you give, you shall receive," is the idea that's been around for a long period of time. In the material world we live in, it's hard to understand that concept. What value can you give, that doesn't cost a cent, that means more than money could ever buy?
The mind is tricky, finding reasons to succeed can be one of the toughest obstacles to overcome. Increased awareness of how to make yourself successful is essential in getting the things that you want out of life.
Is what you're doing now, in line with what you would love to do? Bootcamp this weekend inspired me to appreciate my existence. The students this weekend taught me that life is about making what you do now, in line with what you would love to do.
Mental chatter restrains you, as the person that sparks your intrigue passes you by. The way your mind works keeps you from seizing opportunities, you've kept yourself inside of your head for much too long; failing to express your interest when it is sparked.
Everyone has potential, few tap into it. What's the difference between success and failure? What's the definition of willpower? Success has a million different definitions, but the process to success comes down to the unlocking the ability to unleash your potential.
Social Dynamics says that you are a result of your environment. I had a conversation with a Lifestyle Enthusiast the other day, and he told me that everything in life comes down to a decision, the most beneficial decisions are the most painful.

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115 new affordable homes being built
- Credit: Clarion Housing Group
Work is underway on a new housing development that will provide affordable homes for 350 people in Mildenhall.
Clarion Housing Group is to invest £24m in the project to deliver 115 affordable homes on a 10 acre site, east of Beck Row.
The group will work with partnership homes developer Lovell to redevelop the land on Aspal Lane, creating 81 homes for shared ownership and 34 for affordable rent.
The first homes are expected to be ready as early as the end of the year.
The development – which has a gross development value of around £24m – will have a range of homes from one-bedroom flats and bungalows through to four-bedroom family houses, to meet a wide variety of housing needs.
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When completed, it will provide homes for around 350 people.
Philip Browne, new business and partnerships director for Clarion Housing Group said: “We are pleased to be working with Lovell to deliver much-needed new housing for Suffolk.
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“At Clarion we aim to deliver 50,000 new homes nationwide over ten years, two-thirds of which will be affordable. Thanks to our financial strength, we have been able to acquire this site and ensure that all of the homes being delivered at this scheme are affordable.”
Lovell regional managing director Simon Medler said: “We’re excited to be joining forces with Clarion Housing to deliver this high-quality scheme which will significantly boost the number of affordable homes in the area. The Beck Row development is set to extend the range of affordable options for the local community, both by helping people into home ownership and by creating new rented homes.”
The site comes with planning permission, and it is anticipated the development will be completed by late 2020.


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Austin Ranked #1 in Best State Capitals to Live In
State capitals play a significant role beyond just being centers for lawmaking. Many of them are vibrant cities with substantial economic and cultural contributions, making them desirable places to live.
Cassandra Happe, WalletHub Analyst said, “State capitals theoretically should demonstrate the very best of what the state has to offer. In reality, each state capital has its own pros and cons, and some are among the most desirable places to live in their respective states while others are unfortunately among the least.”
Austin ranked #1 in WalletHub’s Best State Capitals to Live In, with state capital index of 64. WalletHub compared all 50 across four key dimensions 1) Affordability, 2) Economic Well-Being, 3) Quality of Education & Health and 4) Quality of Life and evaluated We evaluated those dimensions using compiled 48 relevant metrics.

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Grain Prices for Newell County
General Market Summary
***PICKED-UP GRAIN PRICES***
- FEED BARLEY @ the bin:
Premiums available on barley for next two weeks movement.
September/October New Crop: $4.30
- FEED WHEAT @ the bin:
- FEED OATS @ the bin:
May-June: $3.00-$3.20/ bushel depending on quality.
- GREEN PEAS @ the bin:
May-July: $11.50/bu picked up
- YELLOW PEAS @ the bin
Currently Feed Peas trading at higher levels. Seeing $6.25 delivered For #2CW.
- FEED PEAS @ the bin
May-July: $6.30/ bushel
- CANOLA @ the bin
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says,-“God is my rock and my shield.”—“Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path.” Metaphors are so common, that in conversation we often use them, without being sensible of their occurrence. We say that a man has a sour or a sweet temper; a cold or a warm heart; that he is worn out with fatigue, or weighed down by care.
We say the air is keen or soft; and we cannot easily find words more expressive, to convey these ideas.
A METAPHOR resemblance puts in place
An epithet or metaphor drawn from nature ennobles art; an epithet or metaphor drawn from art degrades nature.
Metaphorical expression may
be sometimes used with grace, where a regular simile would be intolerable: but there are situations so overwhelming, as not to admit even the slightest metaphor.
Metaphorical language is proper when a man struggles to bear with dignity or decency, a misfortune however great: the struggle agitates and animates the mind.
A SIMILE differs from a metaphor in this respect, the latter is joined with the subject it is introduced to illustrate; the former is separately expressed with some term to prepare us for the comparison; as when Job says,—“My days are passed away as the swift ships, as the eagle that hasteth to
Similes are not expected to be minutely exact; it is enough if the general resemblance is striking.
An ALLEGORY consists in a succession of metaphors, and is introduced to enliven a subject with allusive images, as for example :“ The Lord is my shepherd, therefore can I lack nothing ; he shall feed me in a green pasture, and lead me forth beside the waters of comfort :
yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for thou art with me, thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.”
An ALLEGORY metaphors extends,
FABLES and PARABLES come under the head of allegories. In fables, words and actions are attributed to beasts, and even inanimate objects, for the sake of conveying instruction. The most ancient is
the fable of the Bramble and Trees, related by Jotham to the inhabitants of Shechem, and recorded in the book of Judges. Parables are short narratives, intended to convey, by a striking description, some moral lessons.
The most beautiful are the parables spoken by our Saviour, of the Sower, the Prodigal Son, and the Good Samaritan.
HYPERBOLE conveys an exaggerated idea of an object. It is applied to subjects, the nature of which exceeds common bounds. As for example :-“ Saul and Jonathan were lovely and pleasant in their lives, and in their death

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The Vigilance Committees
In the larger northern cities and in the cities of the west, vigilance committees were established to assist the efforts of the Underground Railroad by raising funds for operation, and to help the escaped slaves to settle once safely in the free states. After the passing of the Fugitive Slave Law of 1850, the focus of many of the committees shifted to efforts to thwart the slave catchers demanding cooperation from the authorities of the North. The vigilance committees also served to create public awareness of the kidnapping of free blacks and their shipment to slavery in the south. Under the Fugitive Slave Law, a recaptured slave was not entitled to a legal hearing before being returned to his owner, and kidnapped free blacks had little opportunity to plea their case in court.
In Boston, the vigilance committee was founded in 1841 by Charles Torrey, in part to raise funds for his planned activities in Washington DC later that year. Even before the Fugitive Slave Law federal law was that local authorities and all citizens should help those who were seeking to recovery property. The Boston committee announced its intention to assist in the escape of slaves seeking freedom in the North, thus its own charter made it in violation of the existing law. In 1850, in response to the Fugitive Slave Law, it was reorganized and a new charter was created which made it more difficult for federal authorities to arrest its members, were they so inclined.
Unlike most vigilance committees, which operated more or less in secret and avoided documenting their activities, Boston’s kept detailed records of its financial receipts and disbursements. From these records it is possible to build a record of the activities of several station managers and conductors of the Underground Railroad. Citizens of Boston and its surrounding communities that sheltered escaping slaves were reimbursed for their expenses. So were those citizens who kept their eyes on known slave catchers and federal marshals as they moved about Boston’s streets. The financial records of illegal activities were kept hidden by the treasurers over the years.
In 1850 two slave catchers went to Boston to execute warrants on escaped slaves who were living there openly. After the vigilance committee spirited the former slaves to safe locations outside of the city they organized a campaign to harass the slave catchers. Vigilance committee members had posters describing the slave catchers’ physical appearance and their many undesirable activities posted throughout the city. Warrants were sworn out against the men and they were arrested on a variety of charges only to post bond and promptly be arrested again on another charge.
The work of the vigilance committee did not escape the notice of federal authorities and more than one member was arrested over the years, in Boston and in other cities. The vigilance committees were clearly breaking federal law when acting to free recaptured slaves while in custody awaiting return to their owners and when inciting mob violence against both civilian slave catchers and federal marshals and other officers. After 1850 the laws were clearly on the side of the slave owners, upheld by the Supreme Court. The abolitionists and their supporters entered the final and most dangerous decade of the Underground Railroad, which ended with America at war with itself.
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|Area 34,084.13 km2 |
|Colleges and Universities RWTH Aachen University|
Destinations Cologne, Düsseldorf, Dortmund, Essen, Aachen
Points of interest Cologne Cathedral, Wallraf-Richartz Museum, Romano-Germanic Museum, Rheinturm, Museum Ludwig
Population 17.84 million (Jun 30, 2012)
Map of North Rhine-Westphalia
North Rhine-Westphalia (German: Nordrhein-Westfalen, [ˈnɔʁtʁaɪ̯n vɛstˈfaːlən], commonly shortened to NRW) is the most populous state of Germany, with a population of approximately 18 million, and the fourth largest by area. Its capital is Düsseldorf; the largest city is Cologne. Four of Germany's ten largest cities—Cologne, Düsseldorf, Dortmund, and Essen—are located within the state, as well as the second largest metropolitan area on the European continent, Rhine-Ruhr.
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North Rhine-Westphalia was formed in 1946 as a merger of the provinces of North Rhine and Westphalia, both formerly parts of Prussia, and the Free State of Lippe. It makes up almost a quarter of the population and a quarter of the economy of Germany.
The first written account of the area was by its conqueror, Julius Caesar, the territories west of the Rhine were occupied by the Eburones and east of the Rhine he reported the Ubii (across from Cologne) and the Sugambri to their north. The Ubii and some other Germanic tribes such as the Cugerni were later settled on the west side of the Rhine in the Roman province of Germania Inferior. Julius Caesar conquered the tribes on the left bank, and Augustus established numerous fortified posts on the Rhine, but the Romans never succeeded in gaining a firm footing on the right bank, where the Sugambri neighboured several other tribes including the Tencteri and Usipetes. North of the Sigambri and the Rhine region were the Bructeri.
As the power of the Roman empire declined many of these tribes came to be seen collectively as Ripuarian Franks and they pushed forward along both banks of the Rhine, and by the end of the 5th century had conquered all the lands that had formerly been under Roman influence. By the 8th century the Frankish dominion was firmly established in western Germany and northern Gaul. But at the same time, to the north, Westphalia was being taken over by Saxons pushing south.
The Merovingian and Carolingian Franks eventually built an empire which controlled first their Ripuarian kin, and then also the Saxons. On the division of the Carolingian Empire at the Treaty of Verdun the part of the province to the east of the river fell to East Francia, while that to the west remained with the kingdom of Lotharingia.
By the time of Otto I (d. 973) both banks of the Rhine had become part of the Holy Roman Empire, and the Rhenish territory was divided between the duchies of Upper Lorraine, on the Moselle, and Lower Lorraine on the Meuse. The Ottonian dynasty had both Saxon and Frankish ancestry.
As the central power of the Holy Roman Emperor weakened, the Rhineland split into numerous small independent principalities, each with its separate vicissitudes and special chronicles. The old Lotharingian divisions became obsolete, although the name survives for example in Lorraine in France, and throughout the Middle Ages and even into modern times the nobility of these areas often sought to preserve the idea of a preeminent Duke within Lotharingia, something claimed by the Dukes of Limburg, and the Dukes of Brabant. Such struggles as the War of the Limburg Succession therefore continued to create military and political links between what is now Rhineland-Westphalia, and neighbouring Belgium and the Netherlands.
In spite of its dismembered condition, and the sufferings it underwent at the hands of its French neighbours in various periods of warfare, the Rhenish territory prospered greatly and stood in the foremost rank of German culture and progress. Aachen was the place of coronation of the German emperors, and the ecclesiastical principalities of the Rhine bulked largely in German history.
Prussia first set foot on the Rhine in 1609 by the occupation of the Duchy of Cleves and about a century later Upper Guelders and Moers also became Prussian. At the peace of Basel in 1795 the whole of the left bank of the Rhine was resigned to France, and in 1806 the Rhenish princes all joined the Confederation of the Rhine.
After the Congress of Vienna, Prussia was awarded with the entire Rhineland, which included the Grand Duchy of Berg, the ecclesiastic electorates of Trier and Cologne, the free cities of Aachen and Cologne, and nearly a hundred small lordships and abbeys. The Prussian Rhine province was formed in 1822 and Prussia had the tact to leave them in undisturbed possession of the liberal institutions they had become accustomed to under the republican rule of the French. In 1920, the districts of Eupen and Malmedy were transferred to Belgium (see German-speaking Community of Belgium).
Around AD 1 there were numerous incursions through Westphalia and perhaps even some permanent Roman or Romanized settlements. The Battle of Teutoburg Forest took place near Osnabrück (as mentioned, it is disputed whether this is in Westphalia) and some of the Germanic tribes who fought at this battle came from the area of Westphalia. Charlemagne is thought to have spent considerable time in Paderborn and nearby parts. His Saxon Wars also partly took place in what is thought of as Westphalia today. Popular legends link his adversary Widukind to places near Detmold, Bielefeld, Lemgo, Osnabrück and other places in Westphalia. Widukind was buried in Enger, which is also a subject of a legend.
Along with Eastphalia and Engern, Westphalia (Westfalahi) was originally a district of the Duchy of Saxony. In 1180 Westphalia was elevated to the rank of a duchy by Emperor Barbarossa. The Duchy of Westphalia comprised only a small area south of the Lippe River.
Parts of Westphalia came under Brandenburg-Prussian control during the 17th and 18th centuries, but most of it remained divided duchies and other feudal areas of power. The Peace of Westphalia of 1648, signed in Münster and Osnabrück, ended the Thirty Years' War. The concept of nation-state sovereignty resulting from the treaty became known as "Westphalian sovereignty".
As a result of the Protestant Reformation, there is no dominant religion in Westphalia. Roman Catholicism and Lutheranism are on relatively equal footing. Lutheranism is strong in the eastern and northern parts with numerous free churches. Münster and especially Paderborn are thought of as Catholic. Osnabrück is divided almost equally between Catholicism and Protestantism.
After the defeat of the Prussian Army at the Battle of Jena-Auerstedt, the Treaty of Tilsit in 1807 made the Westphalian territories part of the Kingdom of Westphalia from 1807 to 1813. It was founded by Napoleon and was a French vassal state. This state only shared the name with the historical region; it contained only a relatively small part of Westphalia, consisting instead mostly of Hessian and Eastphalian regions.
After the Congress of Vienna, the Kingdom of Prussia received a large amount of territory in the Westphalian region and created the province of Westphalia in 1815. The northernmost portions of the former kingdom, including the town of Osnabrück, had become part of the states of Hanover and Oldenburg.
Creation of the state
The state of North Rhine-Westphalia was established by the British military administration's "Operation Marriage" on 23 August 1946, by merging the province of Westphalia and the northern parts of the Rhine Province, both being political divisions of the former state of Prussia within the German Reich. On 21 January 1947, the former state of Lippe was merged with North Rhine-Westphalia. The constitution of North Rhine-Westphalia was then ratified through a referendum.
North Rhine-Westphalia encompasses the plains of the Lower Rhine region and parts of the Central Uplands (die Mittelgebirge) up to the gorge of Porta Westfalica. The state covers an area of 34,083 km2 (13,160 sq mi) and shares borders with Belgium in the southwest and the Netherlands in the west and northwest. It has borders with the German states of Lower Saxony to the north and northeast, Rhineland-Palatinate to the south and Hesse to the southeast.
Approximately half of the state is located in the relative low-lying terrain of the Westphalian Lowland and the Rhineland, both extending broadly into the North German Plain. A few isolated hill ranges are located within these lowlands, among them the Hohe Mark, the Beckum Hills, the Baumberge and the Stemmer Berge.
The terrain rises towards the south and in the east of the state into parts of Germany's Central Uplands. These hill ranges are the Weser Uplands - including the Egge Hills, the Wiehen Hills, the Wesergebirge and the Teutoburg Forest in the east, the Sauerland, the Bergisches Land, the Siegerland and the Siebengebirge in the south, as well as the left-Rhenish Eifel in the southwest of the state. The Rothaargebirge in the border region with Hesse rises to height of about 800 m above sea level. The highest of these mountains are the Langenberg, at 843.2 m above sea level, the Kahler Asten (840.7 m) and the Clemensberg (839.2 m).
The planimetrically-determined centre of North Rhine-Westphalia is located in the south of Dortmund-Aplerbeck in the Aplerbecker Mark (51° 28' N, 7° 33' Ö). Its westernmost point is situated near Selfkant close to the Dutch border, the easternmost near Höxter on the Weser. The southernmost point lies near Hellenthal in the Eifel region. The northernmost point is the NRW-Nordpunkt near Rahden in the northeast of the state. The Nordpunkt is located only 100 km to the south of the North Sea coast. The deepest natural dip is arranged in the district Zyfflich in the city of Kranenburg with 9.2 m above sea level in the northwest of the state. Though, the deepest point overground results from mining. The open-pit Hambach reaches at Niederzier a deep of 293 m below sea level. At the same time, this is the deepest man-made dip in Germany.
The most important rivers flowing at least partially through North Rhine-Westphalia include: the Rhine, the Ruhr, the Ems, the Lippe, and the Weser. The Rhine is by far the most important river in North Rhine-Westphalia: it enters the state as Middle Rhine near Bad Honnef, where still being part of the Mittelrhein wine region. It changes into the Lower Rhine near Bad Godesberg and leaves North Rhine-Westphalia near Emmerich at a width of 730 metres. Almost immediately after entering the Netherlands, the Rhine splits into many branches.
For many, North Rhine-Westphalia is synonymous with industrial areas and urban agglomerations. However, the largest part of the state is used for agriculture (almost 52%) and forests (25%).
The state consists of five government regions (Regierungsbezirke), divided into 31 districts (Kreise) and 23 urban districts (kreisfreie Städte). In total, North Rhine-Westphalia has 396 municipalities (1997), including the urban districts, which are municipalities by themselves. The government regions have an assembly elected by the districts and municipalities, while the Landschaftsverband have a directly elected assembly.
The five government regions of North Rhine-Westphalia each belong to one of the two Landschaftsverbände:
The state's area covers a maximum distance of 291 km from north to south, and 266 km from east to west. The total length of the state's borders is 1,645 km. The following countries and states have a border with North Rhine-Westphalia:
North Rhine-Westphalia has a population of approximately 17.5 million inhabitants (more than the entire former East Germany, and slightly more than the Netherlands) and is centred around the polycentric Rhine-Ruhr metropolitan region, which includes the industrial Ruhr region and the Rhenish cities of Bonn, Cologne and Düsseldorf. 30 of the 80 largest cities in Germany are located within North Rhine-Westphalia. The state's capital is Düsseldorf, the state's largest city is Cologne. The number of births reached 160.478 while 204.373 died in 2015. The TRF reached 1.52 (2015) and was highest in Lippe (1.72) and lowest in Bochum (1.29).
The following table shows the ten largest cities of North Rhine-Westphalia:
The following table shows the population of the state since 1930. The values until 1960 are the average of the yearly population, from 1965 the population at year end is used.
According to studies of the Ruhr University Bochum 42.24% of the North Rhine-Westphalian population adheres to the Roman Catholic Church, 28.35% are members of the Evangelical Church in Germany, 23.76% are unaffiliated, non-religious or atheists, 2.78% are Muslims, 0.49% are adherents of the Eastern Orthodox Church, 1.05% are members of smaller Christian groups (half of them the New Apostolic Church), 1.0% are adherents of new religions or esoteric groups, 0.2% are adherents of Indian religions, and 0.17% are Jews.
North Rhine-Westphalia ranks first in population among German states for both Roman Catholics and Protestants.
The politics of North Rhine-Westphalia takes place within a framework of a federal parliamentary representative democratic republic. The two main parties, as on the federal level, the centre-right Christian Democratic Union and the centre-left Social Democratic Party. From 1966 to 2005, North Rhine-Westphalia was continuously governed by the Social Democrats or SPD-led governments.
The state's legislative body is the Landtag ("state diet"). It may pass laws within the competency of the state, e.g. cultural matters, the education system, matters of internal security, i.e. the police, building supervision, health supervision and the media; as opposed to matters that are reserved to Federal law.
North Rhine-Westphalia uses the same electoral system as the Federal level in Germany: "Personalized proportional representation". Every five years the citizens of North Rhine-Westphalia vote in a general election to elect at least 181 members of the Landtag. Only parties who win at least 5% of the votes cast may be represented in parliament.
The Landtag, the parliamentary parties and groups consisting of at least 7 members of parliament have the right to table legal proposals to the Landtag for deliberation. The law that are passed by the Landtag is delivered to the Minister-President, who, together with the ministers involved, is required to sign it and announce it in the Law and Ordinance Gazette.
List of Ministers-President
These are the Ministers-president of the Federal State of North-Rhine Westphalia:
For the current state government, see Cabinet Laschet.
Latest election results
The results of the 2012 North Rhine-Westphalia state election were as follows. Voter turnout was at 59.6%, a slight increase from the previous election in 2010.
The flag of North Rhine-Westphalia is green-white-red with the combined coats of arms of the Rhineland (white line before green background, symbolizing the river Rhine), Westfalen (the white horse) and Lippe (the red rose).
According to legend the horse in the Westphalian coat of arms is the horse that the Saxon leader Widukind rode after his baptism. Other theories attribute the horse to Henry the Lion. Some connect it with the Germanic rulers Hengist and Horsa.
Architecture and building monuments
The state is not known for its castles like other regions in Germany. However, North Rhine-Westphalia has a high concentration of museums, cultural centres, concert halls and theatres.
World Heritage Sites
Other large festivals include Rhenish carnivals, Ruhrtriennale.
Every year GamesCom is hosted in Cologne. It is the largest video game convention in Europe.
In the 1950s and 1960s, Westphalia was known as Land von Kohle und Stahl or the land of coal and steel. In the post-World War II recovery, the Ruhr was one of the most important industrial regions in Europe, and contributed to the German Wirtschaftswunder. As of the late 1960s, repeated crises led to contractions of these industrial branches. On the other hand, producing sectors, particularly in mechanical engineering and metal and iron working industry, experienced substantial growth. Despite this structural change and an economic growth which was under national average, the 2007 GDP of 529.4 billion euro (21.8 percent of the total German GDP) made the land the economically most important in Germany, as well as one of the most important economical areas in the world. Of Germany’s top 100 corporations, 37 are based in North Rhine-Westphalia. On a per capita base, however, North Rhine-Westphalia remains one of the weaker among the Western German states. As of June 2014, the unemployment rate is 8.2%, second highest among all western German states.
North Rhine-Westphalia attracts companies from both Germany and abroad. In 2009, the state had the most foreign direct investments (FDI) anywhere in Germany. Around 13,100 foreign companies from the most important investment countries control their German or European operations from bases in North Rhine-Westphalia.
In February 2014 North Rhine-Westphalia was ranked as the European Region of the Future in the 2014/15 list by FDi Magazine.
There have been many changes in the state's economy in recent times. Among the many changes in the economy, employment in the creative industries is up while the mining sector is employing fewer people. Industrial heritage sites are now workplaces for designers, artists and the advertising industry. The Ruhr region has – since the 1960s – undergone a significant structural change away from coal mining and steel industry. Many rural parts of Eastern Westphalia, Bergisches Land and the Lower Rhine ground their economy on "Hidden Champions" in various sectors.
Protection for possible nuclear disasters
Although there are no nuclear reactors located inside the state, the reactors in Tihange, Belgium are near the German border. People in the Netherlands and Germany are concerned about their safety given the age of these reactors. Billions of iodine tablets were ordered to protect the population in case of a serious nuclear accident in Tihange. In 2015 the German government extended the availability of iodine tablets: now all pregnant women, nursing mothers, and minors in the state will be eligible. Tablets will also be available for those living less than 100 km from the Tihange reactors and younger than 45 years of age.
RWTH Aachen is one of Germany's leading universities of technology and was chosen by DFG as one of the German Universities of Excellence in 2007 and again in 2012.
North Rhine-Westphalia is home to 14 universities and over 50 partly postgraduate colleges, with a total of over 500,000 students. Largest and oldest university is the University of Cologne (Universität zu Köln), founded in 1388 AD, since 2012 also one of Germany's eleven Universities of Excellence.
North Rhine-Westphalia is home to several professional football clubs including:
Borussia Dortmund and FC Schalke 04 are the most successful teams in the state, with Dortmund winning 8 German Titles and Schalke winning 7. Borussia Mönchengladbach have won 5 titles, while 1. FC Köln have won it 3 times. Fortuna Düsseldorf and Rot-Weiß Essen have each been German Champions once. North Rhine-Westphalia has been a very successful footballing state having a combined total of 25 championships, fewer only than Bavaria.
North Rhine-Westphalia have hosted several matches in the 1974 and 2006 FIFA World Cups and hosted matches in the 2011 FIFA Women's World Cup. In 1974 the matches were played at Rheinstadion in Düsseldorf, Parkstadion in Gelsenkirchen and Westfalenstadion in Dortmund, in 2006 they were played at RheinEnergieStadion in Cologne, Arena Auf Schalke in Gelsenkichen and Signal Iduna Park in Dortmund. Borussia-Park in Mönchengladbach, BayArena in Leverkusen and Ruhrstadion in Bochum hosted matches for the 2011 FIFA Women's World Cup.

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By Madame Margherite
The time people spend on Facebook complaining about why the media doesn’t cover whichever story they're upset didn’t get covered is time that could be spent writing those stories. Many times we’ll see someone say something along the lines of Did you know xyz white kid was killed in Kentucky by a black police officer? Why isn’t anyone covering that story? Where’s the outrage? Well, clearly if you live in Wyoming and you know about such an event that means that someone did cover the story and if you and one other person are outraged by it then, boom, there’s your outrage. What people are really wondering is why the things they are passionate about aren’t widely shared by the rest of the population, and the reason that is the case is not the fault of the media, it’s the fault of the audience.
There’s this general misconception that the media has some sort of responsibility to cover whatever stories the population wants them to and that there’s some sort of magic that makes stories go viral. That is simply not true. First of all, “The Media” is not a thing, it’s a collection of people who chose to spend their lives writing stories instead of bagging groceries. Some of these writers write stories perceived as nobel ones and some writers write fluff. The general media is not a government funded platform and tax dollars do not at all contribute to the news. At least not unless politicians are bribing news reporters which in any case is highly illegal, would be incredibly obvious, and for the news caster most likely dangerously impossible to deny. In fact, it’s illegal for the government to step in and tell anyone what to or not to write.
If you believe there is an injustice in the stories you are reading and that are available to you then the best thing to do is either pay someone to write about the topics you wish to read about or, even more effectively, write the articles yourself. Journalists are just writers, people who chose journalism as their career, freedom of speech laws mean that they can write about whatever they want. The success of a journalist depends on how often they write stuff that people actively read. If they’re independent then they aren’t being told what to write, their material isn’t regulated and unless they are publishing their work on reputable platform they usually aren’t even fact checked. And writers who aren’t independent, meaning they write for a company, are simply guided or directed to write what their bosses want them to write.
So, if there’s something we want to read, stories we want covered, it is up to us to make that happen. We, ourselves can seek out stories, document what we witness and publish them ourselves. Whether or not they strike outrage or inspiration in the folks who read these materials is completely dependent on the opinions of the readers and how well the piece was written. And as a new writer you’ll quickly realize that being asked why didn’t you write about this or that, is the equivalent of asking an artist why didn’t you paint a picture of this or that. You could spend you life writing about every thing every stranger requests of you, or you can tell them to write those stories themselves and continue writing about the things that are important to you from your own perspective, to further your own career. Which is not actually as hard as you may think.
Being a Professional Writer means you get paid for what you write, like me. Being a writer means you write stuff, and that stuff can be whatever your heart desires. An audience is responsible for how they feel and how they react to something they read, but it’s up to the writer of those stories to make people care. It’s up to the writer to deliver information to their audiences. And no one has the right to dictate which information they choose to deliver. If you have an issue you want people to be outraged about it’s up to you to make them care and up to you to deliver it. And if you find that after writing you want to write about fashion instead of police brutality because people pay more for that, then no one will stop you from choosing your words. Either way, here’s how to get the stories you feel need to be circulated out there.
First, you start with a subject; a topic or a specific event. Then you research the facts, if you wish to be accurate and then you write about it. Start with an introduction explaining what the piece will be about including the points you’re about to make. Audiences feel comfortable reading things in threes so choose three points to highlight. From there you begin composing what’s called the body of your article or essay starting with the first point you mentioned, moving on to the second point you mentioned, and finally the third. When you’ve completed the body of your piece finish it with a conclusion. Within your conclusion state your point of the piece and recount the three vital points you made. Writers do this because readers often read the first and last paragraphs of a lengthy piece before deciding to read the whole thing.
After that it’s up to you to get it published. If you desire, file with the Library of Congress to get it copy righted, which means only you have the right to copy, reproduce or profit off of it unless otherwise declared in writing. Obviously if you want the material to be free for all people to share it and spread it to everyone you know then you shouldn’t attack people for violating your copy right. Whether you file your piece with the Library of Congress, as long as you are the sole writer of the article than you are the owner no matter what. A copy right is just proof that you are in fact the writer if the issue ever is presented to a court of law. Otherwise, just putting your name on it is fine.
Getting an article, blog or essay published is easy if you aren’t particular about where it’s shown. Whenever I have a personal article that I really want published by mainstream media I’ll often donate it to whatever company I want highlighting it. Sometimes it works as long as the piece is relevant to what that company publishes and follows their guidelines. When it doesn’t work right away I keep at it until they have an opening or some slot they need to fill and then just like magic they publish the piece. Most places pay a lot of money to writers for content so if the exposure is important to you enough, donating it free of cost is likely to get it published because it saves a company money.
If you’re not particular about who publishes the piece then publish it yourself. Create a Blogspot or a Wordpress, or simply build a website. Post it to Facebook or any of the many other public social platforms. Write a hundred articles and compile them into a book that you can then submit to Kindle with their self publishing tool. Print out a million copies and spend your days placing them in people’s mailbox. Do whatever you think is going to get your article attention and then hope for the best. But keep in mind that you’ll never be able to control everyone’s reaction to whatever it is you wrote. We are all different, wildly different, and absolutely nothing is something everyone in the world cares about. All you can do is write clearly and honestly and expose it well. You can only do your best in making people care.
If outrageous stories are being circulated or are available but there isn’t a widespread outrage about it, that’s the fault of the audience not the media, not the writer. We as an audience we have the power to share and spread stories that we deem important for the world to see. If a writer is writing about things that we feel are important we have to support them. We have to ensure that these writers are successful by paying for their words and sharing them with everyone we know. Writers of important news have already done their part. They have researched and studied the topic, they have written passionately about it and they have published it making it available to all of us. And if you don’t like a product, don’t buy it. That’s the power as consumers that we have. Stop complaining about why people aren’t doing what you want them to do and do it yourself.


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Unanswered questions, rumors and concerns are continuing to stack up surrounding the sudden departures of Coatesville Area School District Superintendent Richard Como and high school athletic director Jim Donato.
However, according to Como’s contract, he can resign at any time during his four years if he provides the district with at least 60 days notice “prior to the effective date of resignation.”
Stuart Deets, area resident and candidate for the upcoming school election, stood before the board and administration at Tuesday’s meeting, asking if district solicitor James Ellison could answer questions he had pertaining to Como’s contract.
Deets asked if Como would be held against his contract, possibly failing to provide the district with 60 days notice. If Como violated the contract, Deets suggested the contract should be suspended and Como should not receive future pay.
Ellison refused to comment because the matter dealt with district personnel.
Como entered into a four year contract with the school district in 2005, with a salary of $155,000. His contract was extended for an additional five years in 2007, and another five in 2012.
Como’s increase in yearly salary is based on his performance – he could receive a no more than a 3 percent increase for satisfactory performance, or no more than a 6 percent increase if he exceeded the expectations of the district’s set goals and objectives. Como’s increase in salary had to be approved by the board.
According to school board meeting minutes, Como received a 4.25 percent salary increase, or totaling $184,675 in 2009; and a 4.45 percent increase, totaling $192,897 in 2010. Salaries were not indicated in meeting minutes in 2011, 2012 and 2013.
It is also unknown if Como submitted his resignation within the specified time.
Parents and taxpayers assembled at the school board committees meeting Tuesday, hoping for answers to a long list of concerning questions. Then an announcement connected to Como and Donato’s departures was made by school board president Neil Campbell.
Campbell announced both members submitted letters of resignation. The exact date of submission was not mentioned.
It was also announced that the Chester County District Attorney’s office is performing a criminal investigation and the school district is performing an internal, noncriminal investigation. Since the matters pertain to personnel, the board or administration can’t comment on the issue.
When asked on Wednesday if the district attorney’s office is currently performing an investigation, representatives declined to provide details surrounding the existence of an investigation.
Unconfirmed rumors have swirled around Como and Donato’s departure since they were announced during the first week of the school year. Multiple sources indicated the situation began with the discovery of inappropriate text messages exchanged on district issued cell phones.
On Sept. 1, an anonymous source provided the Daily Local News with four pages of transcripts showing text message exchanges between three unknown phone numbers. Handwritten notes indicating the names of those sending the text messages, which contained numerous racial slurs and derogatory comments about students, were included with the document.
On Sept. 4 and 5, the Daily Local News submitted Right-to-Know requests for a complete list of district-issued cell phones and the names of district employees associated with those phone numbers. Another request was sent asking for names, titles, lengths of stay and salaries for all school district employees, which is public information by law.
The school district had five business days to respond to the request. The district’s solicitor responded with three letters Thursday stating “a legal review is necessary to determine whether the requested record is a public record subject to access under the Law.” It further stated more time is needed to review the requests.
Ellison wrote the district would provide a final decision within 30 calendar days.
The board plans to vote on Como and Donato’s departures at the next school board meeting starting at 7 p.m. Sept. 24 in the 9/10 Center auditorium on the high school campus, 1445 E. Lincoln Highway, Coatesville.
Follow Daily Local News reporter Kristina Scala on Twitter @Scala_Kris.
Follow Daily Local News reporter Michael N. Price on Twitter @MikePriceWrites and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/michael nprice.


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The 2014 Pitchfork Music Festival came to a close on Sunday. The lineup was hip hop heavy and kept the crowd energized even after a long, fun weekend of music in the sun. For more of my Sunday photos, check out The Vinyl District. And if you missed them, my Friday photos can be seen here and my Saturday photos can be seen here. Thanks for the memories, Pitchfork!
Deafheaven put on a mesmerizing, intense performance.
Earl Sweatshirt came out to Journey's "Don't Stop Believing" and had the crowd laughing and dancing throughout his entire set.
Schoolboy Q was one of my weekend highlights.
Cadien of Twin Peaks and his chauffeur.
Real Estate brought their gorgeous tunes to the Red stage at dusk. If you haven't given their latest album, Atlas, a listen yet, I recommend you do so!
Slowdive is back and better than ever! They sounded excellent.
Grimes, who had one of my favorite albums of 2012 (Visions), bounced around the stage like a futuristic Barbie.
Kendrick Lamar closed down Pitchfork 2014. Backed by a full band, he played a lot of songs from his 2013 masterpiece, "Good Kid, M.A.A.D. City."

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Kick things up a notch— or at least a few octaves— by booking an A Cappella Group to perform at your event! A Cappella Groups are a fun musical addition fit for any occasion. Find one in the Desha County, AR area here on GigMasters.
Please note these A Cappella Groups
will also travel to Watson, Mc Gehee, Pickens, Rohwer, Arkansas City, Winchester, Tillar, Dumas, Collins, Dermott, Scott, Benoit, Beulah, Rosedale, Winterville, Gould, Tichnor, Pace, Snow Lake, Gillett, Metcalfe, Lamont, Monticello, Gunnison, Lake Village, Shaw, Cleveland, Montrose, Greenville, Elizabeth


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Maddie, Avery, and Nikki first got to know one another - perhaps all too well - while desperately restoring a beachfront mansion to its former grandeur. Their latest project has presented some challenges they couldn't have dreamed up in their wildest fantasies - although the house does belong to a man who actually was Maddie's wildest fantasy once.
Rock 'n' roll legend "William the Wild" Hightower may be past his prime, estranged from his family, and creatively blocked, but he's still worshiped by fans - which is why he guards his privacy on his own island in the Florida Keys. He's not thrilled about letting this crew turn his piece of paradise into a bed and breakfast for a reality show, though he is intrigued by Maddie.
But whether it's an unexpected flirtation with a bona fide rock star, a strained mother-daughter relationship, or a sudden tragedy, these women are in it together. The only thing that might drive them apart is being trapped on a houseboat with one bathroom....
©2014 Wendy Wax (P)2015 Tantor
"[The House on Mermaid Point] will be hungrily devoured by readers." (RT Book Reviews)
All of Wendy Wax's books are great reads, especially for relaxing or sitting at the beach.
This book is fourth (I believe) in the Ten Beach Road Series. I've read them all, and I like getting to know the back stories of all the characters. I lived in the Atlanta and I'm now back in Florida. I can relate to the places Wendy refers to in her books.
I've grown accustomed to Rubinate's voice with this particular series. I think I would be thrown off it this book had been read by somebody else. She is the voice of these characters.
No, I was just anxious to see what would happen to the 4 women and to the house. I was looking forward to the description of the house they'd be fixing up this time and who the owner was. I LOVED Max from the last book.
I would recommend any of Wendy Wax's books. She is a consistently great writer and I really enjoy her style. She is one of the very few authors that I have stayed faithful in reading all of her books. She is just as nice in person.
"What a wonderful book!!! Shows a true bond between woman friends!!! I could not stop listening to this book!"
Excellent!!!! This book grabs at your heart and shows the true meaning of friendship and the ability to start your life over at any age!!!
yes, already have. Fun series - rather predictable, but fun to follow the characters. I listen to audible while I walk or sit out at the beach and this just fits the mood perfectly.
Even if I was not closely paying attention, I could easily follow the story without missing anything. Plus I love home remodel and learning about a woman growing and finding herself and female friendship. My friends and often meet at the end of the day and drink, we have added the "one good thing a day" toast.
just this series
Delight in the journey and the struggle on the road to your dreams
The third installment of the series is just as good as the first two. All the characters from the first two books are back and no one and no part has become trite, formulaic or tiresome. Though the continued enmity displayed by Avery for her mother gave me pause; especially given that book two ended with Delia taking a bullet to save Avery. Her reversion to the angry child of the initial two books made her a much less sympathetic character in this one. Added to that is the over the top tabloid coverage of Kira's son Dustin. It's difficult to conceive that the tabloid fascination with the kid would continue for years. Likewise William "the Wild" Hightower was a rock star back in the seventies and early eighties and the paparazzi is still chasing him around; seriously? I mean when was the last time there a tabloid article on Gregg Allman or Lindsay Buckingham?
Still these are the same tough, gutsy, likable ladies that created an emotional investment by the readers/ listeners of the first two works. Plus even though there was a lot less space given to the DIY facets in books two and three than there was in the first book, it was still more than is in most audiobooks. Despite those issues we still unanimously awarded this one five stars .
This is the third book I've listened to in the Wendy Wax series. The only complaint I have is that it's hard to turn it off and get things done. Amy's narration is fluid and easy to listen to, like speaking to a friend. I love how the characters have developed in the series and look forward to their next adventure.
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In Person Class at Wollam Gardens (1hr 15m from DC)
Next class in August, date tbd
Think of this as time to experiment with shape and color. Make things, take them apart, make them again. This takes place at Wollam Gardens, a flower farm. Participants will work with a unique selection of stems from their seasonal flower bar. I’ll do a brief arrangement demonstration and will be on site for any questions you might have. You’re welcome to explore the farm before and after arranging.
WHAT TO BRING:
- Vessel (I prefers to work in a low shallow bowl at least 2.5” deep with a kenzan. If you’d like to arrange in a jar or a more traditional vase that’s fine too. Anything that holds water will work).
- Kenzan / Flower Frog
Vessels and frogs can be purchased on site. If you plan to do this, it’s suggested that you arrive 20 minutes early to ensure there’s time purchase materials before the start of class.
Floral Form: A PRACTICE
This series has now ended. Fall dates will be released.
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Floral Form is an online guided flower practice, inspired by ikebana. Each week, I’ll demonstrate a traditional ikebana style and you’ll then create a piece of your own. Part of the class will act as an open studio session to intuitively explore elements of form and color. Over four weeks you’ll get familiar with your personal style and develop design techniques to support that.
This class is constructed as a 4-week series and will be most valuable taken in full. However, if you’re looking to join for week or two to jump start your creativity, single session drop ins are welcome.
THE ART OF FLORAL ARRANGING
6 week online session via the Smithsonian
This class is sold out. Fall Session will be posted late summer
US BOTANIC GARDEN – NATIONAL ARBORETUM – NPR – SMITHSONIAN ASSOCIATES
Interested in immersive floral installations, I began experimenting with flowers as a medium by means of a flower farm in Northern Virginia. The journey led to studying ikebana which can offer a minimal yet strong approach to design. In seeking flower knowledge I often find wonderful designers but few who can verbalize the techniques that make their work impactful. I’ve worked to build a vocabulary around flowers that translate to clear mechanics and techniques that help students achieve their desired outcome.
I hope students feel properly empowered at the end of class with the resources they needed to create freely. I have a regular flower practice and am continuously honing my craft.
New and developing floral designers
Gardeners who are curious about design
Artists exploring a new medium
Friends and coworkers looking for a fun activity
Those looking for joy & nourishment


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The State Department issued a stark travel warning for another Caribbean nation Tuesday — cautioning that Jamaica has been rocked by 65 murders this month.
The US Embassy in Jamaica upgraded the travel advisory to a Level 3, “Reconsider travel,” which is just one level short of the most severe, which warns Americans against travel altogether.
The crimes have become so pervasive that tourists aren’t even safe in the shelter of their resorts, the embassy said.
“Violent crimes, such as home invasions, armed robberies, sexual assaults, and homicides, are common. Sexual assaults occur frequently, including at all-inclusive resorts,” the warning stated.
“Local police often do not respond effectively to serious criminal incidents. When arrests are made, cases are infrequently prosecuted to a conclusive sentence,” it continued.
“Families of U.S. citizens killed in accidents or homicides frequently wait a year or more for final death certificates to be issued by Jamaican authorities.”
According to the State Department, Jamaica has reported one of the highest homicide rates in the Western Hemisphere for several years.
At least 65 people were killed between Jan. 1 and 27 of this year, data from the Jamaica Constabulary Force show.
Shockingly, the high murder rate is down from last year — 81 people were killed in the first month of 2023.
At least 1,393 homicides were reported throughout all of last year, following 1,498 murders in 2022.
Jamaica has not reported fewer than 1,000 murders per year since 2003, data show. The country has a population of 2.8 million.
The travel advisory marks the second the State Department has made against a Caribbean nation in days.
The US Embassy in the Bahamas on Friday put the island on a Level 2 “Exercise increased caution” warning, telling Americans to keep a low profile while visiting and not to fight back if they find themselves the victims of a crime.
While not as severe as Jamaica, the Bahamas was labeled unsafe for tourists amid 18 murders — “primarily” motivated by gang violence — in January alone.
“Murders have occurred at all hours including in broad daylight on the streets,” the embassy wrote in a release, also recommending the use of “extreme caution” on the eastern side of the Bahamas’ capital city, Nassau.

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WCC May Meeting with Daniel Miller of the Texas Nationalist Movement
May 4 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Join us in hearing from Daniel Miller, President of the Texas Nationalist Movement. Whether you support TEXIT or think it’s illegal, bring your questions for Daniel, an expert in the Texas Constitution and state sovereignty.


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Thanks to Dr. Harris, we were visiting a pretty large eye practice in United States, to understand the day to day operations.
At the start, we had a perception that a set of tests are done by Technicians in various rooms and collated for the doctor to prescribe the medication. As Dr. Harris took us from room to room giving a brief explanation of what that tests are and how they are done, we were taken back by the speed and efficiency in which they operate a eye clinic.
A common clinical scenario enacted was:
One of our colleagues volunteered to be the patient. He was taken to the front desk where he would register his arrival as per his appointment.
The patient would then be given a small electronic token, which will aid as a directing device too.
So as per the directions of the device, the patient will be waiting in the area mentioned. A paper would be printed in the technician desk automatically which will inform the arrival of the patient.
The technician will then meet the patient take him to the room where he registers his primary eye problem and other medically relevant details.
Then the technician takes the patient to the dilation room from where after few minutes will move in to the exam/ test rooms.
The technician then performs the exams, records the details too in the same paper booklet where previous details are captured. Then the technician leaves the records in his desk, in the designated area “For Dr. Review”.
Dr. Harris once he completes the previous patient, comes to the technician desk and takes the next record available and goes into the corresponding exam room where the patient is waiting.
Dr. Harris does additional exams as necessary. In our clinical scenario, Dr. Harris did about 6 exams on the patient, in less than 40 seconds. Based on clinical findings, a technician stepped in to help the doctor on checking the corneal thickness. This test was also completed before we(as viewers) could assimilate them.
Upon completion of the exam, Dr. Harris prescribed the glasses prescription in the same record and coded the service which he rendered to the patient.
For readers benefit, Coding is the process by which doctors select pre-defined billing codes for each of the service they rendered. This is a standard followed across US, for medical insurance claims.
Then Dr. Harris places the record in the designated area named “visit completed”, from there the technician/administrator takes care of the post visit activities.
One of the most startling thing was the speed in which doctors and technicians capture the data is beyond our imagination. A patient visit will be taking anywhere between 20 mins – 30 mins (actual time spent with doctor and technician). Getting a system to work on these highly efficient practices will be a extremely tough task.
The final question that remains in my mind is:
Can technology bring more efficiency in these environments ?
Without real innovation, I doubt.
However, Technology can improve the quality of health care by:
1. Increasing the legibility of the medical records.
2. Data mining to analyse effective and ineffective practices.
3. Doctors can easily browse through historical data to understand and provide best care possible.
4. Can enhance communication between medical professionals.
Ex: E-Prescribition tracks the patients medications and allergies.
5. Aiding medical professionals to reduce errors
About Dr. Jeff Harris
Jeff Harris is the Vice President of Integrity Digital Solutions and has served on the faculty at the Scott & White Eye Institute for more than eight years. He is actively involved in resident education and lectures regularly on optics and contact lens topics. He provides primary care services and has extensive experience managing common ocular diseases such as glaucoma, macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy.

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Fully licensed and permitted listing in the City of Mount Shasta, CA.
Lovingly renovated, boutique-style, 1 bedroom *suite with living room, kitchenette, & en-suite bathroom. After exploring, relax on your private deck and watch the birds. Walk to restaurants and shops. On-the-go style breakfast, so you can eat on your own schedule- included!
Explore, hike, meditate, swim in the lake, kayak, sleep or relax & enjoy outdoor adventure!
*IMPORTANT! Please read the ENTIRE listing details!
Guests assume the responsibility for the personal items/belongings, personal injury, illness or accidents during their stay.
Guests assume responsibility for their safety when using the hot tub. Use the spa at your own risk.
Non-smoking guests only please-no smoking of any kind inside or outside at the cottage please.
Sorry, no pets; dander-free cottage. We do not make exceptions on this house rule, sorry. :-( We know there are listings in Shasta that are pet-friendly)
Our vacation rental insurance covers adults only. We are sorry but we do not allow infants or children at the Hideaway Cottage due to our rental insurance policy.
Quiet hours for residential neighbors please; before 9:00 am and after 10:00 pm. No time limit on the use of the deck as long as quiet hours are observed.
Please park in front of the main house near the wall. You may pull into the driveway to unload first.
No overnight guests other than the guests who are booked through Airbnb. Our guests are all verified and this is a safety policy for our guests, our neighbors, as well for us. Please add a profile picture so we can be sure you are our special guests!
No parties with additional guests/friends please. The Hideaway Cottage B&B is a couple's retreat in a quiet neighborhood and we love our neighbors as much as our guests!
Check out procedures:
Please wash dishes
Take trash out to the receptacle on the deck
Place used towels in the tub
Remove your food from the fridge please. Thank you :-) Although we have enjoyed some unique treats our guests have asked if we wanted after they checked out!
Please check the cottage outlets for your technology chargers, before checking out! We have sent quite a few chargers back to our guests!
THANK YOU! We appreciate our guests feeling that the cottage is their "home away from home" and treating it with care!
We have never had guests who left any evidence of damage or carelessness. We are so impressed with Airbnb members. What a great caring community!
We love to explore, travel, go camping, kayaking, hiking, attending outdoor concerts and spending time in the beautiful Mount Shasta area. We enjoy going to the movies and trying out new restaurants. We love to use Airbnb to spend time exploring charming little towns and getting to know more about our new area as transplanted Southern Californians.
Laurie is a college professor and a workshop facilitator for the Anti-Defamation League. Randy is a retired engineer.
Laurie enjoys gardening, baking, hiking, running, cross country skiing and snowshoeing, hanging out with family, and going to the local festivals.
Randy is busy with home renovation and Hideaway maintenance plus golfing with several clubs in our area and in Southern California.
We love traveling and using Airbnb as guests so we can improve our own guest experience at the Hideaway B&B, while meeting interesting people.
We have been quite surprised by the number of International travelers who have stayed with us at the Hideaway! We have hosted guests from Dubai, France, The UK, Spain, Israel, China and now a booking from Australia. This is an exciting way to learn more about the world and to share our beautiful area with others from around the world!
We love making our guests feel comfortable and at home. Whether you enjoy complete privacy or want to join us for happy hour, we will make your stay a memorable one! It is YOUR vacation!
We like to say, "Why limit HAPPY to just one hour?"
Our motto this year is "More FUN in 2017!"
We look forward to meeting YOU soon!
Laurie and Randy

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Tom has been working on building up the dashboard for our 1960 Peony Red Jensen 541S. A keen eye for detail and a steady hand is needed to build up dashboards as it is a tricky job.
Brian has been adding wood to the front door to make the capping fit correctly. He’s then covered the door capping and new board for the side panel and added in a seat belt slot. Lastly he added the pipping between the side panel and rear quarter panel and glued it all in place.

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Today we are celebrating Kasey Chambers’ birthday by remembering her top four performing songs on the chart. Kasey Chambers is an Australian country singer and the daughter of Bill Chambers. She began her career as a musician in 1993 with her band Dead Ringer. Dead Ringer was a band comprised of Kasey and her family. However, the band went their separate way when Kasey’s parents got divorced. Therefore, Kasey started her solo career as an artist.
Kasey Chambers’ Solo Career
She is a talented singer and songwriter, thus leading her to receive her first ARIA award for Best Country Album and Best Female Artist in 1999 and 2000 respectively. The first album Kasey released was The Captain in 1999. After the release of her first album, Kasey continuously produces top performing albums in Australia until today. In addition, her latest album is entitled Campfire which was released last April this year.
Top Performing Songs
Four of Kasey Chambers’ top performing songs on the Australian charts were “Not Pretty Enough” in 2002, “True Colors” in 2003, “Pony” in 2005 and “Nothing at All” in 2006.
“Not Pretty Enough” is Kasey’s first number 1 single in 2002. Moreover, the song was a track from her second album Barricades and Brickwalls. It’s a sweet song about a woman who questions her man if she’s enough for him to love her. She thinks that she is not pretty enough for her man. This song is heartbreaking.
Next is Kasey’s second top-performing song “True Colors.” The song was originally recorded by Cyndi Lauper in 1986. It peaked at No. 4 on the Australian ARIA charts. Kasey’s version was used as the theme song for the Rugby World Cup in 2003.
In 2005, “Pony” was Kasey’s third song to enter the top 10 of the charts. Moreover, this song was from her album Wayward Angel.
And finally in 2006, a heartbreaking song “Nothing at All” was her last song to enter the top 10 of the Australian charts.
Hoped you enjoyed Kasey Chambers’ beautiful and heartfelt songs. Let us wish Kasey Chambers a Happy birthday.
birthday, kasey chambers


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Are you a Gay/Bi/Queer Man?
We want to hear about your unique experience living as a gay/bi/queer man within the broader gay community in Sweden. Complete our survey about well-being, life circumstances, and experiences.
If you are a gay, bisexual or queer man 18 years or older, you are invited to participate in a follow-up research study designed to learn more about how stressors might influence the health of gay, bisexual, and queer men. The project is a collaboration between the Karolinska Institute and Yale School of Public Health. We will compare the results in Sweden and the US.
While it is clear that stigma and discrimination can influence the health of gay, bisexual, and queer men, more research is needed to understand how the gay community itself copes with that stress.
Participation in this study will involve an online survey, where you will be asked answer a series of questions about feelings, mood, and certain experiences being gay, bisexual, or queer. We anticipate that your involvement will require about 30 minutes.
If you agree to participate, you can decide to stop taking the survey at any time. You can also decide to skip any question that you don’t want to answer.
Keeping your information confidential is very important to our research team. All of your responses will be held in confidence. Only the researchers involved in this study and those responsible for research oversight will have access to any information that could identify you. When we publish any results from this study we will do so in a way that does not identify you.
To participate in the survey, please click on the following link: HBTQEnkät
If you have any questions about this study, you may contact the investigator, Richard Bränström at the Department of Clinical Neuroscience, Karolinska Institutet (firstname.lastname@example.org)


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Kennel Kitchen soft baked sticks are an all natural snack for your dog. Our limited ingredient treats are made without corn, soy, fillers or colors. They are made from with fresh regional sourced ingredients. A perfect snack for your pet.
- Suitable for dogs
- Contains fresh regionally sourced high quality Tuna
- Highly digestible
- No Fillers- No corn, soy or wheat
- No artificial preservatives
Tuna, Cereals, Vegetable glycerin, vegetable extracts.
This is the first time we gave Simba the fish flavour especially the fish sticks and he absolutely loved it.
Our Rocky 🐶🐕likes fish smell & so likes fish🐠🐋🐟 sticks

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