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•IN THE ALLENTOWN SCHOOL DISTRICT:
Washington Elementary School will hold a PTO meeting at 3:15 p.m. Monday, Oct. 22.
Harrison-Morton Middle School will offer a free Strengthening Families program for parents and caregivers of children, ages 10-14, 5-7:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Oct. 23 through Dec. 4. Parents and caregivers will learn to set limits, make house rules, encourage good behavior, protect children from substance abuse and handle stress. Students will learn to prepare for teen years, communicate with parents, deal with stress and avoid alcohol and drugs. Free dinner and child care will be provided. To register, contact Yazmin at 484-765-5726 or firstname.lastname@example.org.
Canary College and Career Center will hold its annual College Information Night featuring more than 30 colleges, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 23, at Allen High School.
McKinley Elementary School will hold an On the Road to College Fair, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 24. Parents will learn how to promote their child's readiness for college. Dinner will be served. Info: 484-765-5461.
Dieruff High School will hold a college and career night for students in ninth through 12th grades and their parents, 6-8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 25. Many colleges, technical schools and military recruiters will be on hand.
A school board meeting will be held at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 25, at the Administration Center, 31 S. Penn St., Allentown.
•IN THE EAST PENN SCHOOL DISTRICT:
A school board meeting will be held at 7:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 22, at the Administration Building, 800 Pine St., Emmaus.
Emmaus High School, 500 Macungie Ave., will hold a comedy improv night 7-8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 25.
Eyer Middle School will hold a Jr. Kid to Kid movie and game night 4:30-7:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 26, as part of its Red Ribbon Week celebration. Students are encouraged to bring their families to enjoy board games, volleyball, basketball and a showing of "The Lorax." Admission is free, but students must sign up and get tickets at lunch so there is an accurate head count. Pizza, hot dogs, snacks and drinks will be available for purchase. For information or to volunteer, email Miss Champlin at email@example.com.
•IN THE PARKLAND SCHOOL DISTRICT:
Springhouse Middle School will present its fall play "Cinderella" at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 23, and Wednesday, Oct. 24. Admission is $3 at the door.
Orefield Middle School will present its fall play "Alice in Wonderland, Jr." at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 24, and Thursday, Oct. 25. Admission is $3 at the door.
•IN THE SOUTHERN LEHIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT:
Joseph P. Liberati Intermediate School will hold Hallowmania Family Night 6-8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 19.
A school board meeting will be held at 7:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 22, at Lehigh Career and Technical Institute, 4500 Education Park Drive, Schnecksville.
Lower Milford Elementary School will hold a fall festival 6-8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 25.
•LEHIGH CARBON COMMUNITY COLLEGE, 4525 Education Park Drive, Schnecksville, will host a transfer fair 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 5-7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 23, in the Community Services Center. LCCC students, alumni and the public are invited to speak with representatives from various colleges and universities about transferring from LCCC to a four-year school. For information on the free event, call 610-799-1178 or see http://www.lccc.edu/transferfair.
•NAZARETH AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT will hold a school board meeting at 7:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 22, at Nazareth Area High School, 501 E. Center St., Nazareth.
•LEATHERCRAFTERS 4-H CLUB of Northampton County seeks new members, ages 8-18. Members learn how to tool and craft leather. The first meeting of the 2012-13 year will be held 7:30-9 p.m. Friday, Oct. 19, at Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 696 Johnson Road, Moore Township. Starting in January, the club will meet on the first and third Fridays of each month through April. To join, call 610-837-7294 or 610-760-9337.
•MORAVIAN COLLEGE, 1200 Main St., Bethlehem, will hold an open house for prospective students and their families 9 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 20. Registration begins at 9 a.m. in Johnston Hall. The program features campus tours, overview of academic opportunities, discussion of admission and financial aid process and light lunch. To register, call 610-861-1320 or see http://www.moravian.edu/openhouse.
•NAZARETH AREA SCIENCE PROJECT will host an Apple and Rail Fest 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 20, at Bushkill Elementary School, 960 Bushkill Center Road, Bushkill Township. The event will feature train rides, food, games, live music, pony rides and vendors. The rain date is Sunday, Oct. 21.
•NORTHAMPTON RECREATION CENTER, 1 Lerchenmiller Drive, will be the site of a dance for students in fourth through sixth grades, 6:30 to 9 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 20. Music will be provided by DJ Gene Thrash. The cost is $5. For information, call 610-502-2990.
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Shadow puppet, tholu bommalata , depicting the god Brahma, made from five pieces of translucent goatskin, one main piece with sewn additions on the head, right and left arms and feet, most of this latter missing. The figure is four-headed, six-armed, riding on a goose; the design has been both cut and painted (red and black) on both sides.
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Don't you want to make that mask? It almost seems to say, "My name is Ozymandias, king of kings. Look upon me, ye mighty, and despair."Or you could make a disconcerting marionette with your kids! Or make a spray-painted angel and give it to your mom!


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Join us on the ride
Motorcycling was a door and we started by crossing it while building friendships lasting for many years. A motorcycle, as any instrument destined to become trash and dust one day, can be used for many purposes: transportation, show-off gadget, tool for sport, team builder or opportunity for meditation and thinking.
Whatever the reason, we tried them all.
Over time, many of the reasons faded away or, better, went in second place while the thinking aspect became more evident and it lasted one more mile.
“Riding is a way of thinking” became a mantra and we learned to draw parallel consideration between the way we ride and the way we live. Similarities between the art of riding and the ethic of living were impossible ignore. Riding gave us lessons we applied to our way of thinking and behaving.
And then we started putting down in writing our dialogues and our thoughts, often born between the handlebar and the saddle.
This is what this blog is about: to keep thinking one more mile, to mix ideas from biking with considerations from everyday occurrences , after all “thinking is a way of riding“

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Samsung is expected to launch the Galaxy S5 in a few months, and there are many rumors regarding this upcoming phone. The latest report from Korea says that SDC started producing 5.25" WQHD (2560x1440, 560 PPI) AMOLED panels that will be used in the GS5. The display uses the same Diamond Pixel arrangement as in the GS4.
Earlier rumors suggested that Samsung will adopt a flexible YOUM OLED for a premium version of the GS5. As a reminder, the flexible OLED in the Galaxy Round (which can be considered a Note 3 variant) is not a YOUM display as it is uses a glass cover.
A couple of weeks ago we also reported on rumors that Samsung will adopt an LCD for the GS5 (and the Note 4). This is highly unlikely though as Samsung it was made clear that they will continue to adopt OLED displays in their high-end devices.


New home construction in Connecticut remains on a pace to be the strongest in five years, a new report shows, although the levels are still far below what is considered a healthy building market.
Through the first eleven months of 2013, permits were issued for 3,741 single-family houses, condominiums and apartment units, the heaviest volume since 2008 when 4,757 were issued for the same 11-month period, according to a report released this week by the state Department of Economic and Community Development.
Housing construction in the state hit bottom in 2011 and has been picking up since then. Last year, permits for new housing units soared 47 percent, to 4,669, from 3,173 in 2011.
Although the number of permits issued continues to rise, the year-over-year increase slowed in 2013. Through November, permits issued are up just 3.5 percent, compared with the same period last year.
Few experts expect building to return to the levels of the late 1980s when Connecticut municipalities granted permits for 25,000 residential units annually. But most economists agree that a healthy volume would be 8,000 to 10,000 units a year.
In November, the number of housing permits totaled 272, up 26 percent, compared with 216 for the same month a year ago.
The state's monthly permit report is drawn from U.S. Census data and is based on a survey conducted monthly of 128 towns and cities in Connecticut. Once a year, all 169 municipalities are surveyed for an annual total. Monthly and annual tallies have tracked each other relatively closely in recent years.


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Father Christmas has an important job for Ellie the Elf. A very special collection of buttons is needed to make one little girl’s Christmas wish
First to flee were Ted and Dupree, then Tess Turtle, Poncho and Mousy Dundee. Not far behind was the smallest of all, the teeny tiny
Story – My Name is not Alexander is a book about a boy named Alexander and his interactions with his father during one whole day. The
The Story – The Colour Thief is a story of Zot who lived on a planet which had no colours. Everything was grey and black.
The Story – Eleanor’s eyebrows is a story of a girl, Eleanor, who has no respect for her eyebrows. Her eyebrows, hence angered, decide to
A series of six timeless stories for children crafted with care. Have you ever wondered about the buttons, we sport on our dresses and clothes

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Countermeasure protocols of mustard decontamination and neutralization may protect exposed surfaces of the skin, eyes, and lungs when administered immediately after exposure. However, this may not be adequate to address the delayed onset of myelosuppression and disrupted hematopoiesis associated with mustard exposure. The impact of the current proposal is to provide a comprehensive countermeasure regimen that addresses both the acute and delayed detrimental effects of mustard exposure mediated by acute skin inflammation and the innate immune system, specifically macrophage hyper-activation. NM-mediated tissue injury of the skin results in rapid epidermal disruption and vascular leakage resulting edema and painful inflammation. Following the initial injury is an influx of activated inflammatory monocytes and macrophages. Release of macrophage-mediated soluble signaling molecules promotes a pro-inflammatory state which amplifies other cytotoxic activities including release of reactive nitrogen species iNOS, reactive oxygen species, and induction of proteolytic enzymes. Furthermore, these activated iNOS-producing macrophages are critically involved in mediating and exacerbating systemic toxicities. We propose to use a multidisciplinary translational approach to modulate skin inflammation and macrophage activity using in vivo techniques in mice, pigs, and human studies. We will study the effect of spironolactone and bisphosphonates (BPs) in combination with vitamin D to inhibit the production of pro-inflammatory factors including; TNF, and iNOS in the skin and in activated macrophages. These drugs have been in clinical use for many years with known safety and toxicity profiles. Spironolactone is a potassium-sparing diuretic (water pill) that has been safely used for five decades to treat essential hypertension, fluid overload and edema in patients with congestive heart failure and other kidney pathologies. While much information has been accumulated on the physiopathology of spironolactone on the mineralocorticoid receptor (MR) and the adrenal glands, the effect of MR ligands on non-classical targets such as the skin has found new and exciting potential applications. We hereby propose that spironolactone being a weak diuretic has sufficient capacity to reduce water content of edematous skin lesions as a way to accelerate wound healing. The use of spironolactone may have benefits in limiting edema and painful skin inflammation. BPs are medications that has been used for over 40 years. In addition to the skeletal bones, these drugs deposit in the skin, liver, spleen, and bone marrow which aligns with our research interest as they represent organs and tissues that may be reservoirs and/or targets for activated macrophages. Furthermore, BPs deposit and have long-lasting effects in the tissue. We propose to use BPs in conjunction with high dose vitamin D3 as countermeasures to NM exposure. Lastly, as a last line treatment, we also propose to use a novel immune modifying microparticle (IMPs) which are derived from clinical polymers. Upon binding and engulfment of IMPs, macrophages are sequestered for degradation in the liver and spleen. The strategy with IMPs represents a new aspect of this grant to target severe systemic toxicity. To validate and determine the translational significance of BPs and vitamin D3 in suppressing skin inflammation following mustard exposure, we designed a human clinical study using UV (solar spectrum radiation) as a surrogate for mustard exposure in healthy human subjects to expedite future trans
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This paper compares Maruyama's Masao's concept of kokuminshugi, or'civic national consciousness', and the Rekishigaku Kenkyukaîs version of minzokushugi, or 'ethnic national consciousness'. During the late 1940s and early 1950s, both Maruyama and members of the Rekiken such as Ishimoda Shō, Inoue Kiyoshi and Tōyama Shigeki, articulated their respective conceptions of nationhood as being ontologically separate from the domain of the post-war state. Yet, while Maruyama's liberal nationalism sought a 'healthy' sense of nationhood through the construction of a democratic revolution, the public sphere, and the notion of politics and culture as fictions, the Rekiken focused upon how to 'liberate' the ethnic nation in Japan and thereby emulate national liberation movements in Asia. In so doing, the Rekiken's approach denied any theoretical or historical legitimacy for the Japanese state and ignored the interrelated problems of national inclusion for those not scripted into their 'discovery' of Japanese 'ethnic culture', as well as specific forms of political organization and institutionalization for their 'new' ethnic nation. Some recent conceptualizations of the Japanese ethnic nation have been used on both the left and the right in similar revisionist critiques of the post-war constitution and political institutions.
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|Journal||Social Science Japan Journal|
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While chicken eggs are a staple food item in many households across the globe, one may wonder why goose eggs have not gained similar popularity. Despite their larger size and unique taste, they remain a rarity in most culinary circles.
The reasons behind this are manifold, encompassing both production challenges faced by farmers as well as differences in culinary preferences and nutritional content when compared to more commonly consumed eggs.
The following article delves into the various factors contributing to the limited consumption of goose eggs, beginning with an examination of the farming and production challenges associated with raising geese for egg-laying purposes. Subsequently, it explores how these factors interplay with culinary preferences and nutritional differences between goose eggs and other varieties of eggs commonly available on the market.
By shedding light on these aspects, this article aims to provide readers with a comprehensive understanding of why goose eggs remain a niche food item rather than a mainstream dietary choice.
Farming and Production Challenges
Despite their potential nutritional benefits, the consumption of goose eggs remains limited due to various challenges associated with farming and production.
One significant factor contributing to this limitation is the inherently seasonal nature of geese reproduction, which results in a lower egg availability compared to other poultry species such as chickens.
Furthermore, goose behavior can create additional obstacles, as geese are known for being territorial and aggressive when protecting their nests, making it difficult for farmers to collect eggs without causing stress or injury to the birds.
Additionally, geese require more space and resources than other poultry species for successful breeding and egg production.
This combination of factors leads to higher production costs and less efficient farming practices compared to those employed for chicken or duck eggs, ultimately reducing the prevalence of goose eggs in our diets.
Culinary Preferences and Nutritional Differences
Exploring culinary preferences and nutritional differences between various egg types involves examining factors such as taste and texture, nutritional content, and cooking and preparation considerations.
A comprehensive analysis of these aspects contributes to understanding the reasons behind the widespread consumption of certain eggs while others remain less popular.
This inquiry not only informs consumer choices but also provides insights into potential avenues for diversifying food options by incorporating underutilized resources in gastronomy.
Taste and texture
Delving into the culinary aspects, the taste and texture of these avian offerings may contribute to their relative unpopularity in modern cuisine. Eggy delicacies such as goose eggs have a distinctive flavor profile that differs from their more commonly consumed counterparts, such as chicken or duck eggs.
Flavor comparison between these types reveals that goose eggs possess a richer, more robust taste owing to their higher fat and protein content; however, this characteristic may not be universally appealing to all palates.
Moreover, the texture of cooked goose egg can also be slightly denser and creamier than other poultry eggs due to its larger size and proportionately thicker yolk-to-white ratio.
As a result, these factors combined may influence consumers’ preferences for alternative egg varieties in both traditional dishes and innovative culinary creations.
Examining the nutritional aspects of these less commonly consumed avian products reveals a unique composition that may provide potential health benefits, while also contributing to their distinctive taste and texture.
Goose egg benefits: Goose eggs are known to be richer in essential nutrients compared to chicken eggs, such as higher levels of protein, vitamins B6 and D, selenium, and iron. This makes them an excellent source of energy and contributes positively to muscle growth, brain function improvement, and immune system support.
Higher calorie content: Due to their larger size and increased nutrient density, goose eggs contain more calories than chicken eggs (266 kcal vs 155 kcal per 100g). While this can be advantageous for individuals with increased caloric needs or those looking for a highly nutritious option within limited portions, it might not align with everyone’s dietary preferences or restrictions.
Allergic reactions: Although uncommon, people who have allergies related specifically to chicken eggs might still be able to consume goose eggs without experiencing adverse reactions due to differing proteins between species; however, it is important for anyone with food allergies or sensitivities to consult with their healthcare provider before incorporating new foods into their diet.
Omega-3 fatty acids: Goose eggs tend to have a higher concentration of omega-3 fatty acids compared to chicken eggs which can contribute positively towards maintaining heart health by reducing inflammation and lowering the risk of cardiovascular diseases.
By understanding the nutritional content of goose eggs in relation to potential benefits offered as well as considering the possible allergic reactions some individuals may face when consuming them; consumers can make informed decisions about whether incorporating this lesser-known avian product into their diet could be beneficial on an individual basis.
Cooking and preparation considerations
Taking into account the culinary aspects of preparing and cooking these unique avian products can be likened to navigating uncharted waters for many home cooks, as it requires a thoughtful approach to maximize their potential benefits while ensuring an enjoyable dining experience.
Egg versatility is one of the reasons that goose eggs are not commonly found in household kitchens; they possess a higher yolk-to-white ratio compared to chicken eggs, resulting in a richer flavor and creamier texture that may not suit every palate or recipe.
Additionally, preparation techniques need to be adjusted when working with goose eggs due to their larger size and thicker shells. For instance, longer cooking times might be necessary for boiling or baking applications, while careful handling is essential during the cracking process to avoid shell fragments from contaminating the dish being prepared.
As such, familiarity with these nuances and adapting traditional recipes can contribute significantly to achieving success when incorporating goose eggs into one’s culinary repertoire.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the cultural and historical reasons behind the preference for chicken eggs over goose eggs?
The cultural and historical preference for chicken eggs over goose eggs can be traced back to various factors that have shaped culinary traditions and agricultural practices.
Goose egg history reveals that geese were primarily raised for their meat, feathers, and down, whereas chickens were more easily domesticated and adaptable to a wider range of environments, leading to a greater availability of chicken eggs.
In addition, the larger size and stronger flavor of goose eggs may have contributed to the development of cultural preferences for the milder taste and more manageable portions offered by chicken eggs.
Furthermore, differences in laying patterns between geese and chickens – with geese having a shorter laying season compared to the year-round production of chickens – reinforced the prominence of chicken eggs as an accessible dietary staple across diverse societies.
Are there any unique health benefits or risks associated with consuming goose eggs as opposed to other types of eggs?
Goose egg allergies and nutritional differences between goose eggs and other types of eggs are significant factors to consider when evaluating their consumption. Although rare, goose egg allergies may pose a risk for individuals with sensitivities to proteins found in goose eggs, leading to adverse reactions upon ingestion.
In terms of nutritional differences, goose eggs contain higher levels of essential nutrients such as protein, vitamins, and minerals compared to chicken or duck eggs. However, they also possess increased amounts of cholesterol and fat content which could contribute to potential health risks if consumed in excessive quantities.
Consequently, the unique health benefits and risks associated with consuming goose eggs warrant further investigation and consideration for those contemplating their inclusion within a balanced diet.
How does the taste and texture of goose eggs compare to that of other eggs, such as duck or quail eggs?
Goose egg omelettes and unique egg dishes often pique the curiosity of culinary enthusiasts, particularly when comparing the taste and texture of goose eggs to other avian options such as duck or quail eggs.
In general, the flavor profile of goose eggs is characterized by a richer and creamier consistency due to their higher yolk-to-white ratio compared to chicken, duck, or quail eggs. The distinct taste can be attributed to a higher fat content, which lends itself well to dishes that require a luxurious mouthfeel.
Additionally, goose eggs possess a more robust shell and membrane than their counterparts, contributing to an extended shelf life. Nevertheless, subtle differences in flavors between these egg types render them suitable for diverse preparations, enabling chefs and home cooks alike to experiment with various recipes while enhancing their gastronomic repertoire.
What are some traditional or popular recipes that specifically call for the use of goose eggs?
An egg is worth a thousand words when it comes to the versatility and culinary potential of goose eggs.
Traditional and popular recipes that specifically call for the use of these larger-than-life ovum include goose egg omelette, where their rich taste and distinct texture elevate the dish beyond its familiar chicken-egg counterpart.
Moreover, their inherent size and sturdiness have spawned a niche in eggshell art, wherein creative minds transform these delicate casings into ornate displays of craftsmanship.
In essence, not only do goose eggs hold their own in gastronomic delights but also contribute to an aesthetic realm that celebrates nature’s bounty with exquisite finesse.
Are there any environmental or ethical considerations when it comes to choosing goose eggs over other types of eggs?
Goose egg sustainability and ethical farming practices are essential aspects to consider when comparing the consumption of goose eggs to other types of eggs.
Geese are typically raised in smaller flocks and require more space, which may lead to a lower environmental footprint compared to large-scale, intensive poultry farming operations. However, geese also consume more water and have a longer laying cycle than chickens, which can affect resource usage.
Ethical considerations include the potential for higher welfare standards due to the smaller scale of goose farming, but it is crucial to ensure that such farms adhere to appropriate guidelines for animal care and environmental responsibility.
In conclusion, while there may be some environmental and ethical benefits associated with consuming goose eggs over other egg types, it is important for consumers to research their sources thoroughly before making a choice based on these factors alone.
In conclusion, the rarity of goose eggs in culinary practices can be attributed to the challenges associated with their farming and production. These difficulties are further compounded by the seasonal nature of geese laying patterns and the need for specialized care.
Coincidentally, culinary preferences and nutritional differences also play a significant role in shaping consumer choices.
Thus, it is through understanding these complexities that one can appreciate the unique position of goose eggs within gastronomic spheres.

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Thanks to you, this little pet project interviewing great leaders in the investment industry will cross one million downloads before the end of the year.
As we take a pause and reflect on the year that was and the year to come, I’d like to share the top 10 most downloaded episodes of Capital Allocators this year and the top 5 most downloaded episodes with allocators (which fell just below the top 10 overall). If you haven’t had a chance to listen, every one is well worth an hour or so over the holidays (or 40 minutes at 1.5x speed).
Top 5 Allocator Episodes of 2018
Top 10 Overall Downloaded
If you have any ideas and can make introductions to guests who might crack next year’s top 10, please send them my way.
Additionally, we’re planning to experiment with monetization next year through sponsored episodes and advertising. If you have an interest in either, please reach out and I’ll tell you more.
Have a wonderful holiday and new year!

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The Impact of Intimacy
I recall a couple who came to see me for marital counseling. The wife appeared more committed to the relationship than the husband. The husband was dissatisfied with the relationship due to his wife's physical appearance and had been pressuring her to have cosmetic surgery, including a face peel and liposuction. He felt the cosmetic changes would affect the couple's love life and fill the void of what was missing.
I was quite perplexed because the wife was exceptionally attractive and pleasant, while her husband was not physically impressive and emotionally cold and detached. I viewed the husband's controlling behavior toward his wife as a desperate attempt at trying to fix the relationship without considering their struggles with intimacy. By his own admission, the husband was devoid of emotionally expressiveness. He had been raised in an environment in which his parent's relationship was sterile, non-affectionate, and lacking in passion. This gentleman's wife lived with frustration due to his lack of emotional availability, and she was resentful and reticent to follow through on his need to have her change her image by means of cosmetic surgery.
I raised the red flag regarding the husband's need for intimacy, but unfortunately it was less painful for him to ignore the obvious signs of his emotional unavailability. He continued to pursue through personal projection his irrational desire to repair his wife's physical appearance maintaining the illusion of repairing the relationship. His wife was vulnerable to his desires and was afraid of losing the relationship. Sadly, she decided to comply with her husband's wishes, ignoring the various warnings that I had made to the couple.
I did not see this couple until two months later. At that time, the wife called me to set up an emergency appointment. She came to my office sobbing as she explained the resentment and humiliation that she felt for her foolishness in consenting to cosmetic surgery. Her face was all red and irritated from the face peel and I remember her dejectedly saying, "My husband has not considered one of the recommendations that you gave him during our last session regarding creating intimacy." I was not surprised.
The impact of intimacy lies at the core of every significant relationship. Cultivating intimacy takes a lot of work. Intimacy is a complex set of feelings and behaviors that develop out of a relationship based upon integrity, commitment, passion and respect. Many people, particularly men, get sexuality confused with intimacy. Sexuality should be viewed as a manifestation of the quality of one's level of intimate behavior.
Sexual expression will not sustain a relationship that is devoid of intimacy. Intimacy, however, will sustain a relationship that may lack significant sexual involvement. I have worked with many couples who have had erotic sex whose relationships have dissolved. I have never worked with a couple whose relationship was built on intimate behavior that has faltered. If intimacy is the cornerstone of a healthy relationship, understanding its nature is important:
- A partner must take the risk of disclosing emotions with significant others.
- A partner must be willing to be honest and upfront in communicating, even at the risk of hurting others.
- An individual must listen and be non-judgmental in communication.
- A mate must value and cherish those he loves.
- The issue of intimacy is comprehensive to all significant relationships.
- The impact of intimacy is much broader in scope than sexuality.
- It's the little things that count — remembering birthdays, anniversaries, surprising a partner with gifts, and validating your partner.
- Demonstrating non-sexual affection, such as holding hands, hugging, messaging, and kissing constitute intimacy.
- Cultivating intimacy is important when couples are having difficulty with their sexual experience.
- Conflict resolution is an important aspect of intimacy.
- Being spiritually and psychologically committed to one's mate constitutes intimacy.
- Trust and respect are cornerstones of intimacy.
- Accepting one's mate with all of his flaws is a quality of intimacy.
- Navigating difficult life events in a relationship is a characteristic of intimacy.
- Establishing a romantic environment and making one's sexual encounters mutually meaningful constitutes intimacy.
For intimacy to flourish, it must be reciprocated. I recall a young woman who saw me for counseling. She was dealing with a serious traumatic life experience and courageously explored the emotional impact with me. Although she felt vulnerable, I told her that she was demonstrating more positive energy. In spite of her changes, she was uncomfortable in disclosing painful memories with her partner. She was confused about her reluctance to share her emotional life with her friend. She indicated that her mate would be empathetic if she shared her painful experience with him. I responded by asking her, "Does he caretake for you as a mean of avoiding his own emotional issues?" This interpretation resonated with her and she admitted that she knew very little about his emotional life.
We only fully know someone by the nature of their emotional experience. Developing intimacy calls for feeling one's feelings, not talking about them. Many partners experience frustration and resentment when they are unable to read their mates feelings and end up making assumptions that may or may not be accurate.
Finding meaning and purpose in life is about feeling connected to those closest to us. Those who demonstrate intimacy are not afraid to be vulnerable when it is in their best interest. I believe that our legacy will be determined by the quality of our relationships. The quality of our connections will be based upon the level of intimacy that we create with our most cherished relationships.
James P. Krehbiel, Ed.S., LPC, is an author, freelance writer and cognitive-behavioral therapist practicing in Scottsdale, Arizona. He can be reached at krehbielcounseling.com.

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A core part of weight loss entails healthy cooking. As we speak there are several in style methods for cooking, however not all are healthy. Among the widespread healthy eating cooking strategies are in truth early forms of cooking however have since been adapted for a contemporary society. Beneath are some common methods for a healthy lifestyle in our trendy world:
In comparison with French haute delicacies, conventional British food might sound plain and basic. But should you’re sitting in a toasty British pub on a cold Winter’s morning tucking right into a thick, juicy joint of beef with an enormous Yorkshire pudding and completely crisp roast potatoes, you will not care what the food critics are saying.
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The kind of score that comforts you is a musical score. The music is really relaxing. So is reading sheet music. You should try it.
This is a jukugo word that uses the on'yomi readings of the kanji. You should be able to read this on your own.
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Comedian Bill Maher has not-so-jokingly threatened to leave California, arguing that the state continues to mismanage its water supply in the face of chronic droughts and wildfires.
On Friday’s episode of HBO’s Real Time with Bill Maher, the Los Angeles-based comedian launched a tirade against California’s water mismanagement as well as the state’s tendency to over-regulate businesses and the lives of its residents.
“For a state that just loves to be up everybody’s ass all the time, water management might be a better place to direct that instinct,” Maher said. “When it comes to regulations, either go big or go home or I’m going to find a new home because my house is one gender reveal party away from burning down while I’m asleep.”
Indeed, Democrats, who’ve held power in the Golden State since 1970, currently hold veto-proof supermajorities in both houses of the state’s legislature. Still, Maher, who’s donated millions to Democrats, took issue with the state’s almond growers for cultivating the crop while the state contends with perennial droughts. Almonds require more water per pound than most other fruits or vegetables.
Maher used the subject of almonds to crack a joke about transgender star Caitlyn Jenner, who is running for governor.
“Californians can live without nuts. Just ask Caitlyn Jenner.”
Maher also excoriated the state for its tendency to over-regulate businesses and the daily lives of its residents.
“We are the most regulated state in the nation with more than 395,000 regulatory restrictions,” he said. “It is a constant nightmare of inspectors and permits and fees. In this state, if you get to your car ten seconds after the parking meter expires, it’s already gone and you’ll never see it again.”
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28th April, 2011
A study by the European group ‘Transport and Environment’ shows that low fuel taxes are actually costing jobs well as increasing imports and emissions.
Average fuel tax in Europe has fallen in real terms by €0.10 per litre since 1999, which has cost 350 000 jobs. These are the findings of a new study by T&E, which coincides with publication of the Commission’s proposals to revise the EU Energy Tax Directive. The proposed revision seeks to narrow the gap between Europe’s differing rates of diesel tax but leaves untouched the current ban on taxing aviation and shipping fuels.
T&E’s report ‘Fuelling Oil Demand: What happened to fuel taxation in Europe?’, which was published earlier this month, sets out the prices of, and taxes on, petrol and diesel over the past 30 years. It says if taxes had been corrected for inflation and the revenues used to lower labour taxes, 350 000 jobs would have been saved, oil imports would have been cut by €11 billion, and road transport CO2 emissions would have been 6% lower.
See T&E article for further information.
But this only covers tax on fuel for surface transport, which is quite high already. Tax on aircraft fuel is zero, which means that the jobs, imports and emissions impacts will be far higher in proportion to the respective relative sizes of the surface and aviation sectors. We await a similar study concentrating just on aviation!


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MUMBAI India's wrestlers received a welcome boost ahead of this month's Asian Games after the federation got automaker Tata Motors as their principal sponsor on Wednesday.
MUMBAI, Aug 1 India's wrestlers received a welcome boost ahead of this month's Asian Games after the federation got automaker Tata Motors as their principal sponsor on Wednesday.
NEW DELHI/BENGALURU India's Tata Motors Ltd reported its first quarterly loss in nearly three years on Tuesday as its British unit Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) sold fewer of its luxury cars to dealerships in China and expenses rose.
* Co to stop manufacturing vehicles in Thailand to cut costs (Adds comments from Tata Motors executive)
July 31 India's Tata Motors Ltd reported on Tuesday a loss for the three months through June, hurt by higher raw material costs.
* Q4 expenses up 19 pct (Adds details on results, background)
May 23 India's Tata Motors Ltd said on Wednesday fourth quarter profit halved, coming in sharply below estimates.
* BOARD APPROVES SALE OF COMPANY'S DEFENSE BUSINESS TO TATA ADVANCED SYSTEMS, A WHOLLY-OWNED SUBSIDIARY OF TATA SONS LIMITED
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Whoo! It’s shiny cover reveal day at The Narcissistic Rose! ^_^
First some shout-outs to Xpresso Book Tours, the participating bloggers, and my writing friends for being awesome and helping me spread the book love today! ^_^ The cover was designed by the great team at NajlaQamberDesigns.com – referred to me by fellow indie author and writing genie Jodi Perkins. 😀
Fun side note: I’m usually the kind of person who has all kinds of fun brainstorming mock covers for my projects. I quite literally have cover ideas for nearly everything that’s currently in the brainstorming phase. On this story, however, I had no idea what I wanted. Not only that, I hadn’t thought about it at all. I couldn’t even get any help from my picture folder for the project, because all I had in there were pictures of characters and a picture of a shadow-thing. This is literally the only story I have pictures for that’s so bare bones like that. It might be because I stopped in the middle of chapter seven (literally in the middle of a paragraph) and set the story aside for seven months because I didn’t think it was going to work out. I didn’t plan on the hiatus taking that long. Otherwise, I would have finished the chapter, at least. Maybe. So glad I picked it back up again! And I’m more glad all the characters were still there waiting for me. Sure, it would be highly unusual if they abandoned me, but you never know. ^_^ In any case, it wasn’t until I was trolling for covers for my maybe tentative poetry project that the wheels started spinning on some possible cover ideas with this.
I like filling out forms, so I was WICKED excited (no pun intended, haha) to fill out a form for my cover! One interesting fact about my cover is that I actually don’t like the color yellow. I had options, of course, but the cover designer picked out yellow first, and I love it! Imagine that. ^_^ I think it took me two days to fill the form out. Part of it was trying to make decisions. The other part was me prancing around like a loon. Once I jumped in the proverbial pond, there was no jumping out again. This was the first decision I made. I actually made it before I had completely convinced myself to dive into the indie pool. 😀
Now, chatting aside. Shiny cover time. 💜
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Since her release from the psychiatric facility and into the smothering guardianship of her aunt, twenty-one-year-old psychic Tatum Torabi has been sneaking away to sell curses and plagues in the underground, a black market known for illegal and supernatural wares.
Tatum’s unique abilities catch the attention of a hella-creepy trash peddler who offers her a job tracking down people who owe his boss “a favor.” She couldn’t be less interested, but when she refuses, the company forces her compliance by threatening the lives of the only family she has left.
Because tracking barely scratches the surface of what they really want from her. There’s a reason Tatum is so good at making curses, and they want her to use those skills for a much darker purpose.
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How do you camouflage a warship? The traditional technique of blending natural colours and textures is difficult given the number of different backgrounds warships will be seen against. Norman Wilkinson, a marine painter, invented a different solution in the first world war – effectively doing the opposite and making the camouflage stand out in a way that aims to confuse and disorient the enemy. “Dazzle” camouflage, as it was known, was used by American and British warships in the first and second world wars. The ships were painted in Cubist/Vortex art patterns to create three-dimensional shimmering effects, making it difficult to determine the ships direction, speed and distance and, in theory, therefore disorientating whoever was firing the torpedoes. Several thousand Dazzle ships were painted in a variety of colours in the First World War under the supervision of another artist, Edward Wadsworth, who celebrated them in his 1919 painting of these ships in dry dock in Liverpool. Each painting was unique and many of the designs were developed by women at the Royal Academy of Arts in London and then painted onto models for testing through a mock-periscope to see how they would look at sea.
The technique has generally fallen out of use, no doubt in part due to the use of modern technology to track ships. In 2008 Jeff Koons designed the artwork “Guilty” on the yacht of art collector Dakis Joannou. Now two new Dazzle ships have been created as part of the art programme “1418Now – WW1 Centenary Art Commissions”.
In Liverpool, in a joint initiative between Tate Liverpool, 1418Now, National Museums Liverpool and the Liverpool Biennial, Venezuelan artist Carlos Cruz-Diez designed the artwork for an old Liverpool pilot ship called the Edmund Gardner which was then painted by a team from shipbuilding firm Cammell Laird. Carlos Cruz-Diez’s work is currently on show in exhibitions on Latin American art at the Royal Academy and at Maddox Arts in London. His work often create a changing three-dimensional effect, so he is a good choice to move outside for the design of a Dazzle ship.
In London, HMS President, built in 1918 and which actually was a “Dazzle Ship” during the first world war, has been painted to designs by German sculptor Tobias Rehberger whose sculptural and installation work often creates disorienting three-dimensional effects, much of which seemed to derive from Dazzle ships camouflage, as seen at his exhibition earlier this year in Frankfurt. He is therefore another perfect choice for this commission.
Mark Brown in the Guardian reports that Rehberger first came across “Dazzle ships” 20 years ago. “I thought it was a funny paradox, to camouflage something with a pattern that is so obvious and so visually strong. “It makes sense after you know what it is, but when you first see it, of course it is … what? This is how they camouflaged their battleships? It fascinated me for quite a while and I always wanted to do something with it.”
The Tate has a boat that connects the two galleries along the river in London, designed by Damien Hirst. Perhaps we might see more of these floating artworks brightening up rivers and harbours?


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What You Can Do At Home
As you explore treatments with your physician, you’ll also be exploring self-help strategies that you can use at home to reduce and, ideally, eliminate your symptoms! In fact, it’s often the little, daily things that you can do at home that make a world of a difference in easing your discomfort, relaxing your muscles, calming your spirit and finding hope in the confusion of a new diagnosis. We’ve created an extensive self-help section that is worth exploring in depth. Even the most traditional medical organization, the American Urological Association, suggests that patients explore self-help methods in Step One of their treatment guidelines. Why? Because they work.
The IC and Prostatitis Diet
There is no doubt that many patients struggle to receive health care and each country faces its own unique challenges. If you live in a country with socialized medicine (i.e. Canada, UK, many european countries), it may takes months to see a specialist and many treatments may not be authorized and/or available. If you live in a country where medicine is “for profit,” such as the USA, finding health insurance and/or paying for medical care and treatment can be a burden. For USA based patients, here are some resources that may help.
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Atria, Apr 26 2001, $24.00
Earth is dying due to global floods, wars that never end, riots and constant bombings. Seventy percent of America is dead, skeletal buildings lie vacant everywhere. There is no electricity and dwindling survivors hide behind barriers inside sturdy edifices like sports arenas and p[arks to keep out the newest planetary predator: zombies.
Nobody knows how these beasts first appeared, but one bite cause their victim to turn. They are sentient cannibals who decay with an odor of death emitting from their carcasses. R is one of these cretins, but he is a bit more compassionate than his species. He saves the life of Julie the human. R eats the brain of her boyfriend and obtains some of his memories of Julie, who he risks his life to keep safe. Together they create something that might, if allowed to blossom, reverse the path humans are traveling; that is if her father, who is behind zombie nation, and his minion does not kill them first.
This is not a typical zombie thriller as these reanimated dead are thinkers and not just senseless killing machines. Meeting Julie changes R; but the elder zombies recognize this and want him to live as he and his beloved may change the status quo for the good. R regains his lost human feelings especially when it comes to R and she reciprocates. Readers will enjoy this warm post apocalyptic tale as Isaac Marion provides a wonderful zombie love story; that is if this Romeo and Juliet couple survives the assaults by those who want them dead.


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Sea of Thieves kicked off the third season with a huge collaboration. With the update of “A Pirate’s Life”, “Sea of Thieves” introduces characters and stories from the Pirates of the Caribbean series. Fans can realize their dream of bluffing across the ocean with Captain Jack Sparrow. However, the adventure would not be complete without the legendary pirate ship. This short guide will explain how to obtain black pearls in the Sea of Thieves.
The first thing to note is that Jack Sparrow’s flagship did not retain its original name when it arrived in the Sea of Thieves. In the game, the Black Pearl is called Eternal Freedom. However, Eternal Freedom is undoubtedly the ship that fans will remember from the Pirates of the Caribbean movie series. The appearance upgrade has a black hull and broken sails, which will make other players on the high seas feel terrified.
How to get Eternal Freedom (Black Pearl)
Some players may be surprised to find that Eternal Freedom cannot be unlocked by playing the new storyline in Sea of Thieves: A Pirate’s Life. The only way to get the eternal freedom cosmetic set is to buy it with Ancient Coins at the Pirate Emporium. This means that most players will have to spend real money to make their ship look like the Black Pearl.
The Eternal Freedom set is available as a bundle, priced at 2,499 ancient coins. This bundle contains the following items, which can be mixed and matched with other cosmetics in “Sea of Thieves” to create the look of the ship that players want:
- Eternal Freedom Cannons
- Eternal Freedom Capstan
- Eternal Freedom Figurehead
- Eternal Freedom Flag
- Eternal Freedom Hull
- Eternal Freedom Sails
- Eternal Freedom Wheel
- Eternal Freedom Cannon Flare
Paying real money for these cosmetics may discourage some players. However, ancient coins can be obtained through normal gameplay. Nevertheless, the high cost of the Eternal Freedom collector’s items makes it impossible to complete the set without paying, unless the player has stored ancient coins for a long time. For dedicated pirates hoping to realize their greatest ocean fantasy, the price may be well worth it. For other players, Sea of Thieves: Life of Pirates provides enough free content to overcome the appetite for pirates.


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“The California Environmental Voters Education Fund is changing what’s possible in our democracy. Expanding voting access is the first step that reflects the voices of ALL Californians.”
– Lt. Governor Eleni Kounalakis
We’re making civic participation more accessible.
The communities that are most affected by climate change, pollution, and environmental injustice are historically the same communities that face barriers to exercising their right to vote. Expanding voting among young people, women, Black people, Indigenous people, and people of color is key because our democracy fails when any voices are excluded.
We must remove barriers to voting in order to galvanize support for policy changes and stop the most catastrophic impacts of climate change in the next decade.
We use research to better understand systematic disenfranchisement and inform policy change to drastically expand civic participation.
We’re proud to champion historic reforms to our voting system, such as:
Making vote by mail permanent. All registered voters in California now receive mail ballots in all elections.
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An April ruling by a federal district court judge in Oregon has led to about 100 local governments around the nation refusing to honor requests from immigration agents to hold deportable aliens in jail beyond their local criminal term until they can be picked up by ICE. The federal judge in that case said the county was liable for damages for holding the Mexican illegal alien, Maria Miranda Olivares, for 19 hours after she completed her local sentence before ICE agents took her into custody.
“It’s very significant because it represents a reduction of the involvement of local police in federal immigration enforcement,” said Hiroshi Motomura, an immigration law professor at UCLA. He said the Oregon court ruling had changed the long-running debate over ICE detainers. “It’s not just political anymore,” Motomura said. “It’s about liability.”
Last fall, alien advocates won a major political victory when Gov. Jerry Brown signed the “Trust Act,” which instructs local officials to only honor ICE detainers in cases involving inmates charged or convicted of a serious offense.
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How many times do you search for one thing and end up buying it online within minutes? It is fascinating how technology started catering to our needs. Search engine optimization (SEO) is one of the best mediums of marketing for many online marketplaces. It is the most amazing benefit of the whole infrastructure of search engines that businesses can reach and find their customers in an authentic and slightly easier way. The main difference between paid advertising and SEO is that the SEO will generate authentic and organic traffic to your website which will end up benefiting the brand much more than paid one.
According to the most experienced SEO Expert Dubai a focused target audience campaign is much more impactful than the usual keyword one. Every top-rated SEO Company Dubai is now involving search intent and semantic search in their SEO strategy. It is very important as data shows:
37% of people leave the page within 5 seconds if it is not loading or irrelevant.
What are a business without customers and a better ranking with no sales and no conversation starters will not help you in any way. The SEO expert Dubai reveals that knowing and even determining your target audience is the basic need for a better and more rewarding SEO strategy. So, here are some of the strategies you can follow to help invite the right audience to your website.
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The nature of the product, demographics, age, and people’s use of the internet plays a very important role while determining the audience which can give you better ROIs. Once you know who to target it becomes relatively easier to create content or design a marketing campaign including SEO services in relevant demographics.
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Always take care of the quality and relevance of the content, for example, If you are selling makeup then the content of your website will not contain content about going natural or bare face. Good content attracts people and makes them stay on the web page which will ultimately help you in succeeding and ruling the market.
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Border Collie / Jack puppy - guessing he's going to be scary smart when he grows up
Jack Russell Terrier
How to Train a Jack Russell Mix thumbnail LOL, this really should read how you are trained by a JR...
Happy Jacks and Other Fabulous Canines
Penelope the Jack Russell Mix | One of the cutest dogs I have ever seen
Adorable little Jack-a-Bee (Beagle / Jack Russell Mix)
long haired jack russell | Happy Holly the short haired Jack Russell Terrier (That is not a jack russell terrier. It looks like a Cairn Terrier)
Jack Russell Terriers
Mies the Jack Russell Mix
Phoebe - a cross between a beagle and a Jack Russell terrier.
Dogs ~ mostly beagles
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For more than 30 years, Greensboro Beautiful has helped usher in the holiday spirit with the sale of holiday greenery and a festive day of pick-up. This year was no different, except it was! The Holiday Greenery Festival was held for the first time ever on a weekend and in a new location, the Lewis Recreation Center. On Sunday, November 23, 2014, scores of volunteers and staff had filled the center with a truckload of wreaths, roping, and poinsettias and dozens of local vendors set up their booths offering an incredible selection of handmade items for gift shoppers. With live music, children's activities, and a dining room with hot lunch, the venue was filled with the sights, sounds, and smells of the holiday season.
A wonderful holiday tradition for many Greensboro families, the Holiday Greenery Festival is also the biggest fundraising event Greensboro Beautiful holds each year.
Thank you for your wonderful support of making and keeping our city beautiful during the holidays and all year long!
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Seaside publican Lorna Bevan-Thompson is gearing up for summer serving holidaymakers – and campaigning to shore up the beach they come to enjoy. Hemsby became the centre of worldwide media attention three winters ago when a surging North Sea swallowed seven chalet bungalows on low cliffs unprotected by sea defences.
24 May 2016
An historic ship that doubles as movie and TV star will be centre stage at Great Yarmouth's Maritime Festival this year. The 1940s sailing ship Earl of Pembroke has figured in more than a dozen films and TV series since it was restored in 1994. They include the movie Cloud Atlas – starring Tom Hanks, Halle Berry and Hugh Grant – as well as roles in Hornblower, Treasure Island, Alice in Wonderland, Wives and Daughters, and the Count of Monte Cristo.
9 May 2016
A pioneering seaside holiday village has unveiled a £2m set of modern “deck houses” for the summer season. The investment is at Caister Holiday Park near Great Yarmouth, where there is an ongoing campaign to upgrade attractions and events to attract more visitors. The 16 New England-style clapperboard units are the first phase of a three-year programme to add 46 deck houses to the site – which is proud of its history as the UK's oldest holiday park dating back 110 years.


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Well, this will be my first year trying to write 50,000 words in thirty days. This will be a tall order for me because I find it nearly impossible not to edit as I write. This also means I will be outlining (also a tall order for me) the month of October in an attempt not to get to the middle of November and wonder where on earth I was going with the plot.
For those of you who haven't heard of it yet, National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo for short) has run from November 1st to November 30th every year for the past eleven. The goal is to write a novel in thirty days or at least get a damn good start on one. Back in 1999 there were only 21 participants, but this year they expect over 175,000.
And I have to tell you, I'm kind of excited about it. I'm more motivated with a deadline and this is quite a deadline.
I also noticed while browsing the NaNo site that there is a Young Writers Program where kids 17 and under can participate by setting their own word count goal. This sounds like something my aspiring writer daughter might be interested in (plus it might keep her occupied while Mom is writing). She's been working on a great idea for a chapter book, so we'll see.
Now, who's with me? I can use all the support I can get. Here I am. Won't you join me?
Born, raised, and still living in the Midwest with my kids and various shelter animals. I write contemporary YA, long and short, and covet all things chocolate. I'm very glad to meet you. By the way, you look fantastic!


Tuscany Badlander Lifted Truck Review
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In the opening pages of Evie Wyld’s third novel, The Bass Rock, Viv notes: “Somewhere, out in the darkness, I can hear waves breaking against the Bass Rock though I cannot see it.” It is a literal reminder of the story’s setting — the east coast of Scotland, where the rock rests a mile offshore — and a gentle nudge that readers should attend to the unseen, to the immovable presence with a shadowy past.
Like Sarah Waters and Attica Locke, Hannah Kent and Celeste Ng, Evie Wyld writes novels that are fast-paced page-turners with meticulously crafted narratives. There is an awareness of the relationships between personal conflicts and social issues that creates a reverberating tension in her storytelling. Expansive themes — victimization and power, isolation and independence — are encapsulated in characters’ experiences so the social commentary is embedded in the plot.
So pervasive are the dark forces of misogyny in The Bass Rock that every element of the story exposes vulnerabilities. Talk of tide transforms into talk of backwash, talk of dinner becomes talk of juices and carcasses, and talk of cupboards leads to talk of latches: underbellies, remnants, and confinements. Zippers don’t join, they have teeth. A hesitant smile reveals canines on bitten lip. Pregnancies are lost and body parts are found.
A character in Wyld’s debut novel, After the Fire, a Still, Small Voice describes its Queensland, Australia setting like this: “It’s a special place, got enough violence in the dirt to strike a cow dead, but I like it here.” The characters in The Bass Rock seem to share that conviction. Three sets of characters inhabit this landscape: one early eighteenth century, one post-WWII, and one early twenty-first century. Anybody can be victimized, and everybody is inherently capable of violence: “I’m too afraid of what I did and who I am and what it means that I did that.” In medieval times, the Bass Rock was the site of a castle, which was used as a prison in later centuries.
The historical setting is captured with a light touch (through details including communication methods, ease and means of travel, and household amenities) so that the focus remains on the emotional landscape. Wyld emphasizes enduring aspects of human nature, displaying but not overstating the relevance to present-day readers: “The village is not what it was. Their relief of having someone to blame. There was a need for it, in these times.” This eighteenth-century observation is a twenty-first-century reality.
The Bass Rock engages readers’ senses from the outset. Sometimes Wyld selects atmospheric and readily recognizable details, like the “gentle skit of the harbour boats and their sails connecting with their masts,” a father’s “snores in snaps and shudders,” and a “regular throbbing itch.” Even these possess a rhythm that subtly buoys the novel’s relentless pacing. Often the details specifically reflect a dimension of the story, encapsulating vulnerability and raising questions about agency, like the “inner flesh of the prawn…the whitest thing” and the view of a woman on a magazine cover like “a puppet at rest.”
Even on the first page, readers catch a whiff of that “smell, like a dead cat in the chimney in summer, a smell so tall and so broad that you can’t see over or around it.” Wyld walks the line between generalization and specificity deftly, so that readers cannot escape the stench of it all. The Bass Rock is a close study of the visceral, the ephemeral. Even the walk-on characters fundamentally support the novel’s themes. A woman buying ice-cream has this to say: “We’re just breezing in and out of the death zone. Wading through the dead. You know how sometimes you can smell it on a man, sometimes you just know – if he got you alone, if he had a rock…you know that thing when you feel it? Like your blood knows it.”
Traps and tripwires, perpetrators and predators, caresses and carcasses: Evie Wyld’s The Bass Rock is a concatenation of tender horrors. “She sat back and looked out the window. The Bass Rock was completely obscured by mist, and large raindrops clung to the window. She ought to be happy. She ought to be.” Readers ought not to be so satisfied at the end of The Bass Rock, with such a stench and so many sorrows, but Evie Wyld entertains while she provokes. Readers ought to be happy.
The Bass Rock
By Evie Wyld
Published September 1st, 2020
Marcie McCauley reads, writes and lives in Toronto (which was built on the homelands of Indigenous peoples - including the Haudenosaunee, Anishnaabeg and the Wendat - land still inhabited by their descendants). Her writing has been published in American, British and Canadian magazines and journals, in print and online.


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When you eat animal products, you’re signing up to eat poop. Here is a recent example of poopy products. From the FDA:
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE — March 20, 2009 — den Dulk Poultry Farms of Ripon CA. is voluntarily recalling their Organic brown eggs as a precaution because the eggs have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.
Salmonella is an organism, which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Healthy persons infected with Salmonella often experience fever, diarrhea (which may be bloody), nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. [...]
The recalled eggs were distributed to Costco and Safeway in Northern California, as far South as Fresno, and in western Nevada.
And from the CDC:
Salmonella live in the intestinal tracts of humans and other animals, including birds. Salmonella are usually transmitted to humans by eating foods contaminated with animal feces. Contaminated foods usually look and smell normal. Contaminated foods are often of animal origin, such as beef, poultry, milk, or eggs, but any food, including vegetables, may become contaminated [through cross-contamination]. Thorough cooking kills Salmonella. Food may also become contaminated by the hands of an infected food handler who did not wash hands with soap after using the bathroom. [...]
Every year, approximately 40,000 cases of salmonellosis are reported in the United States. Because many milder cases are not diagnosed or reported, the actual number of infections may be thirty or more times greater [or 1.2 million cases of salmonellosis in the US each year]. Salmonellosis is more common in the summer than winter.
Children are the most likely to get salmonellosis. The rate of diagnosed infections in children less than five years old is about five times higher than the rate in all other persons. Young children, the elderly, and the immunocompromised are the most likely to have severe infections. It is estimated that approximately 400 persons die each year with acute salmonellosis. [emphasis added]
The CDC warns to cook animal products properly, never to eat raw eggs, and to avoid cross-contamination. The thing is, those warnings would prevent salmonella poisoning 100%. So why issue a recall of contaminated eggs when the problem could be prevented by the consumer?
Because the consumer doesn’t realize the risk is so great. The consumer doesn’t take enough preventive measures. The consumer winds up killing the people they feed.
Remember who dies from salmonella? It’s “young children, frail or elderly people” or said another way, it’s people who have the little choice to choose healthier foods. They are the babies and children who require parental care. They are the sick and frail in hospitals and nursing homes. They don’t make a free choice to accept the risks associated with eating animal products.


text: After years of rumors of a live-action Star Wars TV series, it's finally happening. The only catch? It'll be exclusive to Disney's upcoming streaming service, Polygon reports. CEO Bob Iger didn't have any details to share about the new series, but the fact that it's coming is still a bombshell for the Star Wars universe. And, of course, it's also a smart way to sell Disney's streaming service, which is set to launch in 2019.


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Healthcare workers advocate for daycare staff to be vaccinated
OTTAWA -- Early childhood educators are essential workers who are often faced with potentially large classrooms of unmasked children, where physical distancing is nearly impossible. Yet many remain unable to receive a vaccine.
Delara Zamani is a resident physician with the Ottawa Hospital, her husband Hadi Toeg is a cardiac surgeon with The Heart Institute.
The pair has two children, ages three and four.
Throughout the pandemic the family has relied on their childcare centre. They feel the employees who work at childcare settings should have vaccine priority.
“Daycare providers have been forgotten,” says Zamani.
“They show up every day and not only put their lives at risk, their family members lives at risk as well, so we really need to as a community advocate for these daycare providers.”
Toeg agrees and says now, during this third wave and with more covid-19 variants of concern, ECE’s need to be vaccinated in order to keep them safe.
“They really are our frontline,” says Toeg. “It’s not like kindergarten or grade one or two or high school people can wear masks four-year-olds, three-year-olds, two-year-olds, one-year-olds, they can’t wear masks and so if they are harbouring the virus there is only a one-way protection with the mask.”
Classes which can have more than twenty un-masked children who need help to eat, get dressed and play outside.
Kristine Read, preschool program supervisor with the Kanata Academy says many early educators are under 40 and not yet eligible for a vaccine. While there have been no outbreaks at the preschool, if there is, backfilling could be a challenge.
“We have to call on anybody who wants to come and work and we have high standards here you have to have your credentials,” says Read. “Plus who wants to come in when there is a potentially sick case.”
Read also says there is the constant worry to bring the virus home to their family or bring it to the daycare.
The Association of Early Childhood Educators for Ontario, which represent about 2, 000 educators, has been lobbying the Ontario government to add ECE’s to the list of priority groups. It has ramped up effort since some teachers in hot-zones and special-educators were given the chance at a shot.
“It’s past time that their calls are listened to,” says Alana Powell, the association’s executive coordinator. “Their work is essential for economies and communities they know it’s essential for supporting children and families.”
Powell says in a March survey, 43 per cent of their members said they considered leaving their job because of stress and a decrease in job satisfaction.
There are more than 57, 000 early childhood educators across Ontario.
Zamani says everyone is interconnected and her family is a good example. If any of their children need to isolate from exposure at daycare, so do two healthcare workers that help save lives.


For all you you who are not Metallica haters check out this website. i know they are back in the studio now and it sounds to me like they are in good form from these videos. How this dude got away with recording this I do not know But it kicks ass that is for sure. Last Caress sounds great.
Thanks mate, and all us Metallica lovers know that deep down inside nobody really hates Metallica.


The Brooklyn Cylones held their annual Seinfled night over the weekend complete with a ‘Whale Story’ bobblehead and an Elaine Benes dance contest that was absolutely incredible.
The George Costanza ‘whale story’ bobblehead spiked interest in this year’s Seinfeld night promo for the High-A affiliate of the New York Mets. The bobbleheads were available for the first 2,500 fans *OR* fans who purchased $35 tickets (vs the normal $20) to guarantee a bobblehead.
But it was definitely the Elain Benes dance contest that stole the night. For those who remember Seinfeld, this is a no-brainer. For those who don’t remember, all you really need to know is that Elaine’s dancing looked like a zombie awake from the the dead.
The Brooklyn Cyclones shared videos across their social channels of the epic Seinfeld night dance contest:
Fans were AMPED UP for Seinfeld night:
Tonight the Brooklyn Cyclones hosted their annual Seinfeld Night along with the epic an Elaine dance contest that once again did not disappoint and you gotta love The Wiz hosting it 🤣
— Wu Tang is for the Children (@WUTangKids) August 20, 2023
In addition to the dance contest, there was a ‘pin the mustache on Keith Hernandez’ contest and an ‘A– Man’ competition:
As far as Minor League Baseball promos go, this simply cannot be topped. You don’t need to be a diehard Seinfeld fan to recognize the Brooklyn Cyclones struck gold with this night.
Anyone in need of a reminder on Elaine’s dance skills:
Every contest is perfect. And it gets better year over year with the limited-edition merch. Fans showing up to Coney Island in Seinfeld jerseys to watch some Single-A ball is quite possibly the perfect Summer outing. I’m hoping to get there next year, assuming they keep it going, which they likely will.


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There’s a time and a place for a good drop of vintage Burgundy or a glass of craft beer. Yet, let’s face it, there’s something alluring, and charismatic even, about a cocktail. Whether you like the classics such as an Old Fashioned served in a thick-rimmed glass with large chunks of ice and a slice of orange or perhaps throwback cocktails such as Margaritas or a Long Island Ice Tea. Either way, cocktails can be transporting, and not just because they are high in alcohol content. To celebrate World Cocktail Day, we’ve featured a round-up of the brightest shooting stars in our neighbourhood. Chink…
Mr Fogg’s House of Botanicals
Welcome to the 1800s, where you’ll find turn of the century charm, done well. Mr Fogg’s, you’ll find a huge collection of exotic flora and fauna, serving botanical-inspired cocktails. Simply dare to follow the tree trunk up the spiral staircase at The House of Botanicals to discover a remarkable flora and fauna-filled hideaway upstairs, and better still, in the heart of Fitzrovia. The perfect backdrop for those who appreciate floral elegance in both their surroundings, and cocktails.
In addition to standard cocktails, Mr Fogg’s also offers teapot cocktails inspired by exotic plants and botanicals, created in-house by their talented in-house botanists. Served in quaint Victorian teacups, alongside plant-based sweet and savoury treats and served inside a flora and foliage birdcage. A memorable location that out-of-town clients will love. (Cocktail delivery is also possible if you’d prefer to enjoy your drinks at home or in the park.)
Location: 48 Newman Street, Fitzrovia, London W1T 1QQ
Nearest tube station: Tottenham Court Road
A lively spot with pockets of quiet secluded corners. Whereas Mr Fogg’s quaint and quirky appeal may be for some, for those looking for an art deco sophisticated spot for a slurp, head over to the plush velvets and polished rose gold edges for some seriously stylish sipping. During the 1930s, Manetta’s was a popular place for the movers and shakers in literature and the arts. The clientele might have changed a wee bit over time, but the ambiance still lives on, making Manetta one of our favourite Mayfair cocktail bars.
Nearest Tube Station: Green Park or Oxford St
The Rivoli Bar at The Ritz
Need we say more. I’m sure many of you frequent The Ritz when the mood arises, yet we had to mention The Rivoli as it is destined to be on 180s Top 3 list. Not only is it on the same road as 180, but we all know that The Rivoli is guaranteed to impress, and in their words, not ours, “create the impression of walking into a golden jewellery box”. A stunning and intimate cocktail lounge with all the dazzle and shizzle yet forever that little oasis away from the bustling London Mayfair streets, that we all know and love.
One of the things we love about The Ritz is their friendly bar tenders will always mix up a cocktail of your choice or impress you with one of their own mouth-watering creations, that matched with their classic dining, what’s not to love.
Location: 150 Piccadilly, London, W1J 9BR
Nearest Tube Station: You don’t need one. Just walk for around 3 minutes and you’re there!
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Seemingly every connected device has at least one wireless radio in it. However, that often requires some big compromises. Those radios often chew up a lot of power, which isn't always practical with Internet of Things gadgets that may not have much room for a battery. Disney Research may have a solution to that problem: ditch the radios entirely. Its scientists have developed technology that uses ambient radio waves to communicate. The approach uses very low-power sensor nodes to reflect radio waves from virtually any background source, whether it's a distant tower or the phone in your pocket. RFID tags already use a similar approach, but the use of many more sources and multiple channels gives you a much longer range -- in tests, the researchers achieved data links at distances up to 164 feet.
Naturally, you won't see this in every device you own. You need other wireless signals for this to work, after all. That also rules out using the hardware in remote areas where there are few if any ambient radio waves. Disney's invention might be very useful in smart homes and other electronics-heavy places, though. At the least, it could lead to slicker devices that don't need big batteries. And at best, it could lead to smart devices that weren't even possible before due to size or power requirements. You might also see more connected electronics that run primarily or exclusively on solar power.


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If you're looking for something to do this weekend, let me direct you to artist Taman VanScoy who is showing locally this weekend at the Affaire in the Gardens Art Show in Beverly Hills. Taman, a Southern California native, began his creative process early while studying as a young person with the Waldorf School where the curriculum "focuses on a child being a unique individual encouraged to explore his or her own creative potential". Later deciding to pursue art full time he obtained his bachelors from Long Beach State University.
His paintings of the 'road less traveled' Americana that we forgot about in the city is something that is very dear to my heart. Having grown up on a farm, I know Taman's work captures the quiet feeling of being in the middle of a field or bumping along a dirt road. I can almost smell my Dad's hay drying and the buzz of insects from his imagery.
Though Taman is a local, he spends most of his time on the road searching for the next painting. It's a rare opportunity to catch him in town. He'll be showing Saturday 19th and Sunday 20th From 10am to 6pm at Beverly Gardens Park. Both prints and originals are for sale, so various price points are available.


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The Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference will stage an all-East final on the men’s side and an all-West final on the women’s side in its basketball championship games today.
East Stroudsburg will play West Chester in the men’s championship game at 3:30 p.m. East Stroudsburg (27-1) advanced by beating Mercyhurst (17-12), 63-55, on Saturday, and West Chester (20-8) earned a berth in the championship game with a 77-76 overtime victory over Gannon (19-9). Both semifinals were played at East Stroudsburg, the tournament host. East Stroudsburg won the title in 2012-13, and West Chester has never won the championship in the tournament format.
East Stroudsburg and West Chester met twice this season, with the Warriors sweeping the series, 107-94 and 74-71.
On the women’s side, Edinboro and Gannon will meet for the third time this season to decide the title. Edinboro (23-5) rolled over West Chester (19-9), 104-82, and Gannon (27-2) held off Bloomsburg (24-4), 57-51, in Saturday’s semifinals at Edinboro. The championship game tips off at 1 p.m.
Edinboro handed Gannon its only losses this season, 75-72 in overtime and 69-57.
Both games are being televised live on PCN.
Following the championship games, the NCAA will meet to determine regional tournament berths, with automatic bids going to the PSAC and CIAA champions. In the Atlantic Region, East Stroudsburg entered this week ranked No. 2. behind West Liberty (W.Va.), which plays Charleston (W.Va.) in the Mountain East Conference championship today. The Mountain East champion does not get an automatic bid.
IUP entered the week ranked third and seemed like a lock to earn a berth despite losing to Mercyhurst in the PSAC quarterfinals on Tuesday. Gannon was ranked fifth. No other PSAC teams were in the top 10.
In the women’s rankings, Gannon was first, followed by Glenville (W.Va.) State, Edinboro and Bloomsburg. No other PSAC teams were ranked.
Glenville was playing Charleston (W.Va.) in today’s Mountain East championship game.


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Be free of eating-related and body image disorders to live your purpose, just as you are. Published February 21 2012
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A new text-based mental health service funded by the HSE has been launched. ‘50808’ is a first of its kind for Ireland, a free 24/7 text service, providing everything from a calming chat to immediate support for people going through mental health or emotional crisis. Since the service began its pilot in September last year, it has provided support to 3,801 people through 6,694 conversations. It is expected that ‘50808’ will support over 50,000 people each year once fully operational. The service uses an artificial intelligence (AI) system to analyse a texter’s initial message, scanning keywords, phrases, and even emojis to determine the level of severity. The texter’s at most imminent risk are placed at the top of the queue.
The service allows trained Crisis Volunteers to volunteer from home. Crisis Volunteers complete a 30-hour training and have 24/7 supervision by full-time mental health professionals.
If you, or anyone you know is going through difficult times at the moment, remember there is help! No need to feel despair – Dial 50808 and talk it through!