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A German company reacted quickly to the challenges brought by the COVID 19 pandemic. Originally specialising in the development and production of electronic products, the company set up their own production facility for melt blown fleece, medical mouth-nose masks and FFP2 respiratory masks with CE certification. They are offering distribution services agreements to partners in the EU willing to trade with face masks, FFP2 respiratory masks and melt blown fleece “Made in Germany”.
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Isn’t it amazing how the White supremacist/Nazis show up in Virginia at the same time as the Black supremacist do.
Not only that, to make matters worse or bigger in the news the liberal governor orders the state police to stand down and, let the blood run.
If I were a suspicious man I might think it was planned to happen this way.
After all the liberal left has been trying to do away with the capitalist America and, its chosen President for awhile now.
Every President at the beginning of a possible war almost always has their popularity increase.
What better way then to divide the country by race? Just saying.
Yes, like others I was stationed in South Korea.
Those of you who are worried about a nuclear war you shouldn’t.
If the NORK’s nuc Guam the President will not nuc North Korea!
Consider the nuclear fall out that will result from it.
Oh the NORK’s will no longer exist as a country instead you will find a big hole.
Hey, I know, that would be a good place to put a lake.
Are you mad or, your feelings hurt over the title of this post? Well, don’t feel lonely my big butt feels the same way.
Butt, don’t think that Loretta Lynch’s butt hurts after her emails from her position as Attorney General under an alias.
Why do people go under an assumed name, is it that they have something to hide?
And why didn’t FBI Director Commey look into the Hillary (Benghazi) Clinton emails at the state department.
What did she say “I don’t know I’m not to knowledgeable on those kind of things”.
You won’t see or read about this in the fake news venues .
I’m typing this post on my iPad my wifi is down but, my words must get out! So goes the war between the North and, the South.
What I’m about to say, may put me in the conspiracy theory radar but, It’s food for thought.
Many wonder why are the Democrat socialist going on with this Russian and, Comey investigation without any evidence?
People seem to think it’s the I hate Trump thing or, the sore looser thing.
People need to open up to another possibility. Why hasn’t Hillary been investigated? How about the Internal Revenue Service scandal.
The Iran deal, the investigation into the Obama regime and, the many treasonist actions he took?
Nothing has been investigated because, the Democrats know that the Republicans in power can not walk and, chew bubble gum at the same time.
In other words the Republicans can not investigate the previous crimes of the Democrats while they are busy investigating the present President.
The present investigation is a distraction!
Maybe I shouldn’t say this but, the same celebrities that went to sing in Manchester are the same ones that are for that to happen in this country.
They are for open borders, so Islamic Extremist can come up through the southern border. They are against the Presidential ban on the 6 countries that train terrorist.
I don’t know this but, they may be anti 2nd amendment advocates. Recently we learned that Jim Carey is in favor of the domestic terrorist Kathy Griffin.
Saturday June 3rd of 2017 London is viciously attacked by world heathens. Not a week before Manchester England was attacked with a child killing bomb.
What has happened in the United States? Why? The reason is our right to bear arms where Great Briton has mandated their citizens turn in their guns.
In the United States if a Terrorist tries that shit here, he’s libel to get a gun barrel stuck up his Ass.
(I apologize for the use of the colorful language but, the loss of the innocent life could have been prevented!)
Not only that is the fact that Great Briton was caught with their hand out. They did what most Idealist wish could happen, they gave a helping hand to their fellow human beings.
No way to be able to vent(Investigate) them properly. Because of this politically correct socialist left wing ideology of Great Briton and, most of Europe, it’s citizens are being killed.
Europe has but, two choices, submit to terrorist blackmail and, become a Islamic state or, deport all who follow the Islamic religion.
If they do either it is what ISIS wants! If they deport they can use that as a recruitment tool stating it’s a religious war.
Give the power of protecting this country back to the President instate the ban of the 6 countries.
July 6th, 2017 “Raise Up” call the Supreme Court. Voice your opinion!
People have said that these people that leak information from the inside circle of The White House and, the federal government in general, have done nothing wrong.
What amazes me is that, nothing was said like this when a Fox TV reporter, reported on something of what the Socialist Obama regime wanted kept out of the news.
There was even talk of him being charged with treason. It seems that the “Snow Flake Party” wants freedom of information when it’s convenient.
However as I’ve stated on my Facebook page: “Military soldiers when placed in a information sensitive job, are investigated and, granted the proper clearance.
Before they are placed in this position they are informed verbally of what is expected of them, at that point they have the opportunity to refuse to take the position.
After the venting process, of an investigation, you will be called in to go through a briefing or, be read into the clearance.
Then they will be briefed on the job they are to do. The military has many levels of security clearance, the ones most commonly known is: Confidential, Secret and, Top Secret.
Once you spend time in the, what I call the secure community, you will find out that just because you have the level of clearance for information does not mean you have “The Need To Know”.
The common private has a Confidential clearance. He or, she is briefed and, or, read in when they join the military.
When you accept a position in the federal government ie. Washington D.C. you recieve at the very least a confidential clearance thus the read-in.
In all classifications you sign a non-disclosure agreement and, in this statement it reads the following way:
“If I divulge any information either by accident or, on purpose that I am privileged to due to the position I am granted, I am subject to 20 years imprisonment and, or a fine of at least $5,000.”
Everyone with a Confidential clearance and, above signs this. So why is Ex-Secretary of State still running around free?
Why are these Washington leakers still running around breathing free air? It takes a will of those who enforce security protocols.
The appropriate laws they broke is left up to the prosecuting Atty. General.
When I was stationed in the 2nd Infantry in Korea, there was a saying us soldiers use to yell to each other.
We would yell “Raise Up!” this was our battle cry. One soldier would yell it then pretty soon you would hear dozens more.
You know we elected a President to “Make America Great Again” However, he has liberal judges standing in his way.
There has been many examples of why certain peoples should not enter into this country.
ISIS attacks on; Germany, France, Belgium, Finland, Sweden, Denmark, little teenage girls in Manchester, now Coptic Christians.
If your teenage daughter was murdered while she was at a concert, would you call or write?
In the states; Boston, California, Texas and, Orlando.
The liberal appointed judges are using claims of prejudice to reject our President’s 7 country ban on the importation of ISIS.
When Washington would not listen to the people about the fence and, Amnesty the whole country called the D.C. switchboard and, jammed it.
After that Sen. Edward Kennedy (D) who was holding up funding for the fence, he then listened and, past it.
So since the judges won’t listen to the President and, the American people, I recommend we raise up in the following way.
On the second day after this countries Independence Day July 6th, 2017 we the people call the supreme court at the following numbers.
Let them know what will happen if your family is harmed through their stupidity!
Court clerk’s office Phone# 1-202-479-3011,
To offer your opinion Phone# 1-202-479-3360.
Me myself I’m calling all three numbers.
Address of the supreme court is;
Supreme Court of The United States,
1 First Street, NE
Washington, D.C. 20543
So on the 6th of July come on and, join in and, “Raise Up!” Let the courts know how you feel about them putting your family at risk.
It’s not a religious thing, not a prejudice thing, It is a safety thing! Raise Up! citizens.
People I’ve told this to, don’t believe it. This whole thing whither or, not the news media is in bed with Washington or, not is not news.
Turn your way back machine to the point in time where Iran just over run and, captured the United States Embassy, in Iran.
At that time I was stationed in Germany, in the military. The main U.S. Army newspaper is “The Stars and, Stripes”
Understand that this is a military controlled news paper so, there was commonly no negative news in it.
The reason I mention this is, I read the Stars and, Stripes how the Iranians took over the U.S. embassy.
About two weeks later I was speaking to my wife in the states and, she said that the Iranian take over just happened now.
In other words the embassy siege took place two weeks before it was reported in the news media in the states.
I don’t know if it was because Jimmy Carter (a Democrat) was President or, not.

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I am studying the possibilities of using IPv6 potentialities to design a customized IPv6 data packet that has the following features:
1. Combines many fragments of different data in one packet.
For example, we have Data 1 (video), Data 2 (image), Data 3 (audio); F11 is the 1st fragment of Data 1, F21 (1st fragment of Data 2), F31 (1st fragment of Data 3), these fragments will be kept in Packet P1 (the 1st data packet). P1 should be as follow:
| IPv6 header | TCP header | TCP payload | + + + + | F11 | F21 | F31 |
2. Specifies all destinations' information (IP addresses, Ports, etc) of each fragment in packets (P1, P2, ..., Pn) so each data fragment is routed to its destination.
Data 1 (F11) --to--> Dest 1 -- Data 2 (F21) --to--> Dest 2 |--> The destinations may not be in the same network Data 3 (F31) --to--> Dest 3 --
Update: an illustrative image added to explain more. Here, we consider that the type of all Data is video (for the sake of simplicity)
I am thinking about IPv6 Jumbogram (RFC 2675) where
65,535 Bytes < the size of packet < 4 Gb , but the main challenges facing me currently, are:
- Is it possible to add more fields for destination addresses in the header ?
- Is it possible to put different data fragments F11, F21, F31 together in the TCP payload (of the Jumbogram), and more importantly, how can routers access/forward these fragments in the network ? ... Hop-By-Hop options header is used when there is a Jumbogram payload.
Since IPv6 basic header is fixed (40 Bytes), the IPv6 Extension headers seems to me relevant to do this customization, however, I need more orientations and advises for its feasibility.


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Take A Trip To The Château Of Love
Join Charlotte Saunders as she travels back to the 14th century to make her fairytale dreams a reality at Purple Summer's Château de Candie.
Nestled in the heart of the French Alps, Purple Summer's Château de Candie is a captivating hotel and wedding venue that combines historic charm with contemporary comforts. Surrounded by stunning gardens, rows of vibrant grape vines, and breathtaking views of the Chartreuse mountains, you’ll be transported to a world of timeless allure.
Stay in one of the 25 extraordinary rooms and suites, all uniquely decorated with their own individual style. During my stay, I checked in to The Tower, a three-floor suite divided into a bedroom, lounge and a spacious bathroom. The suite is adorned with wood panelling, textured wallpaper and antique furnishings; the charming aura bursts from the walls, creating a warm ambience. The Tower is the ultimate wedding suite for your big day and as a special gift to the couple, it’s included within the wedding package price. Get ready with your wedding squad, enjoy a glass of bubbly, and prepare to say ‘I do’ in a calming atmosphere. With delightful backdrops dotted in and around The Tower, it’s a picture-perfect base. Imagine strutting down the vintage staircase while getting photographed, you’ll feel like a true VIP.
Beyond the walls of the château lies the picturesque city of Chambéry. Stroll through the old town and discover the rich history of the area as you savour the local cuisine or perhaps enjoy a peaceful amble amidst the natural beauty.
Photography: Art Prism
A 15-minute drive from the château and you will arrive at the largest natural lake in France, Lac du Bourget. This destination is perfect for families, whether you want to enjoy water sports in the shining sun or simply relax by the gleaming lake, it’s a true gem that offers something for everyone. Located on the banks of Lake Bourget, you can find Le Lido restaurant, an informal environment where you can appreciate exquisite cuisine with a side order of breathtaking views of the lake and mountains. After recently being restored back to its original structure, Le Lido now blends harmoniously with the natural surroundings whilst still radiating its original charm. The menu is a reflection of the restaurant's commitment to its environment and local produce as the chefs use the freshest ingredients sourced from the nearby region, including fish from the lake. The warm sunshine and gentle breeze from the prime terrace seating created a superb setting to eagerly await the flavours of such mouth-watering authentic produce for lunch. For the starter, I devoured the heavenly Deep-fried Reblochon cheese, before moving on to the main course where I opted for the tender Fillet of Beef, accompanied by a scrumptious pepper sauce. Even after feeling full, I couldn't resist the Tea Gourmande dessert, which included four mini desserts and a cup of tea. It was a divine way to conclude my meal at Le Lido.
After the day’s adventures had unfolded, the glistening outdoor pool was calling my name. The serene poolside setting is perfect for unwinding, with comfortable sunbeds and beautiful gardens bathed in sunlight, it's the ideal spot to relax after a day of activities. To soothe pre-wedding jitters, indulge in a haven of well-being and make use of the services available. The tailored massage, using premium essential oils, provides a tranquil sanctuary for you to feel refreshed, recharged and ready to float down the aisle on your special day.
The scenic views of the distant snowy mountains accompanied by the peaceful atmosphere make the idyllic Purple Summer's Château de Candie the ideal wedding venue to live out your fairytale fantasy. In the summer months, tie the knot around the alluring fountain in the Château park and dance the night away on the terrace, while choosing from the range of drinks packages available. The cocktails 'à la carte' would be a wonderful addition to your celebration, making your summer wedding on the lawn magical and unforgettable. The picturesque scenery and top-notch service create a setting that elevates your big day to the next level of elegance. If you're seeking an indoor venue to host your wedding, the Salles Des Glaces reception hall is a fantastic option. It can accommodate up to 120 guests for a seated wedding reception or up to 150 guests for a drinks reception. This space is perfect for hosting an extravagant event on which you can put your own unique stamp. Admire the natural sunlight shining through the French doors, and use the stunning backdrops to capture your special wedding moments with loved ones.
Photography: Amandine Vanhove
The experienced events team will do their utmost to personalise each wedding to the couple's specific preferences. From the moment you say "I do" during the ceremony, to the tasty wedding breakfast, and all the way to the grand reception, you can leave every little detail in the hands of the team. Whether you’re planning an elopement within the quaint walls of the château or a striking ceremony in the vineyards, this versatile wedding venue will ensure you have a timeless celebration. For the ultimate event, the ‘Privilege Option’ package offers exclusive hire of the entire estate. The estate sleeps up to 60 guests and can cater for weddings from 120-150 guests. Exclusive hire basis from 15,000 €.
Photography: Ophélie Devèze
One of the highlights of my time in Chambéry was the gastronomic journey I experienced. Purple Summer's Château de Candie boasts three exceptional restaurants: La Cantine, L’Orangerie and a Champagne and oyster bar. The newly renovated La Cantine radiates the style of the château, with traditional features such as wood panelling and velvet seating juxtaposed with contemporary touches. Experience a variety of authentic homemade dishes, prepared using the freshest, local produce. Immerse yourself in the flavours of the traditional cuisine, infused with an international twist, creating an affordable yet delectable dining experience that will leave you craving more.
Photography: Art Prism
The star of the show has to be the Champagne bar, conveying a more modern feel to the surrounding décor. As you enter, you are greeted with an immense flute glass chandelier, that blends seamlessly with the bar. The bar itself is embellished with copper detailing and sleek black stalls, making it the perfect spot for wedding celebrations. During my stay, I sampled a selection of Champagne during a tasting session led by the knowledgeable Sommelier, we even had the opportunity to taste their Viognier wine, made from grapes grown in their on-site vineyard.
Photography: Art Prism
On our final night, we had the pleasure of indulging in the semi-gastro dinner at the château. Suited for couples planning their wedding day, each couple can select and sample a variety of courses, prior to their wedding breakfast, ensuring only the very best, carefully selected dishes are served to their guests. We began this exceptional culinary experience by choosing 4 appetisers, ideal for the cocktail reception. With three menu types available: Château, Candie, and Baron, we decided to opt for the Candie menu, which included a starter, fish course, main course, cheeses and dessert. The cherry on top of this foodie experience was the option to taste a wedding cake sample for dessert. With seasonal cake menus available, providing a plethora of flavour options to choose from, I couldn’t resist the dark chocolate, caramel and toasted almond combination. The beautifully curated dishes, paired with an accompanying fine wine formed a truly unforgettable dining experience.
In A Nutshell
You may not associate spending your summer months in the Alps, however with clear skies, a warm climate and fewer crowds, the Alps offer endless opportunities for both exploration and relaxation. The historic architecture, delectable dining and exceptional service at Purple Summer's Château de Candie make it an impeccable destination for a peaceful staycation or an exquisite wedding venue with your true love - you will be made to feel like royalty!
Photography: Art Prism
Nightly rates at Château de Candie start from € 200 per room on a Bed and Breakfast basis. For more information and to book, please visit: purplesummer.com/destinations/accommodation-in-the-french-alps/
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3,241 beat COVID-19 in Kazakhstan
NUR-SULTAN. KAZINFORM Over the last 24 hours 3,241 people more recovered from COVID-19 in Kazakhstan, coronavirus2020.kz reads.
1,433 people more beat the infection in Nur-Sultan, 350 in Almaty, 173 in Shymkent, 91 in Akmola region, 81 in Almaty region, 114 in Atyrau region, 53 in East Kazakhstan, 52 in Zhambyl region, 130 in West Kazakhstan, 461 in Karaganda region, 82 in Kostanay region, 46 in Kyzylorda region, 3 in Mangistau region, 89 in Pavlodar region, 45 in North Kazakhstan, 38 in Turkestan region. As a result the number of recovered hit 427,237.
- Over 65 thou people vaccinated with 1st component in Kokshetau city
- 57 schoolchildren contract COVID-19 since Sept 1 in Kokshetau
- 2 more Kazakhstani anti-COVID vaccines included into WHO table of vaccine candidates
- 98 new coronavirus cases detected in Atyrau rgn last day
- €34 billion disbursed so far to tackle COVID-19 in partner countries: Team Europe
- 341 classes in Almaty region under COVID-19 quarantine
- Speeches of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan
- President's Address to the Nation
- Development of the President's Message
- Foreign Mass Media about Kazakhstan
- World and Crisis

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The Geelong man who became a “national hero” after asking a question on Q&A only for shady aspects of his personal life to be revealed claims his job prospects are now ruined.
In an open letter to the ABC’s Media Watch, Duncan Storrar said he had learned some powerful lessons during the past week he had spent in the media spotlight.
“If a person shows the powers to be out of touch people, that they are, they will be dropped, probed and attacked in any way with no thought to the mental wellbeing of their children,” Mr Storrar wrote.
“This exposing of your life and every discrepancy in it will be published ruining your job prospects.”
“Would you give me a job after a google search comes up with the headlines of last week?”
Social media users directed an avalanche of support Mr Storrar’s way after he appeared on Q&A and pleaded for a tax break so he could afford to take his daughters to the movies.
“I've got a disability and a low education - that means I've spent my whole life working off a minimum wage,” Mr Storrar told the program.
“You're gonna lift the tax-free threshold for rich people. If you lift my tax-free threshold, that changes my life. Why don’t I get it?”
A GoFundMe page raised $60,000 for Mr Storrar even as the tide in the media was turning against him.
It was revealed Mr Storrar did not earn enough money to pay tax and the Herald Sun published an expose detailing his extensive criminal record which included making threats to kill, unlawful assault and multiple counts of breaching intervention orders taken out by his ex-partner.
Mr Storrar accused News Corp of breaching its own mental health reporting policy by detailing his past.
“Does News Corp have a mental health policy when it comes to dealing with people like me?” Mr Storrar wrote in his letter.
“Yes they do, they have thrown this out to show the world that power.”
Earlier last week, Herald Sun editor Damon Johnston defended his newspaper’s actions to the ABC, saying Mr Storrar had put himself on public stage and was “entitled to a bit of scrutiny”.
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Barker, S. A., Todres, L. and Biley, F., 2011. Unique Normality. In: Engagement in Life: Promoting Wellbeing in Mental Health, 10 June 2011, Bournemouth University, Poole, Dorset. (Unpublished)
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This was a descriptive phenomenological study of midwives emotional support of women becoming mothers. It used Giorgi’s (1997) Psychological Phenomenology to explore the lifeworld experiences of community midwives. Downe developed the concept of 'unique normality' related to the birth experience, she wrote it should be seen as “an ordinary drama – not a crisis and not as a routine event, but as a one off exciting event, full of possibility” (Downe 2006: 354). The midwives in this study appeared to be trying to achieve this unique normality for the women for whom they were giving emotional care. They approached the journey as a unique experience for each woman but they also tried to provide the women with a sense that their experiences were normal to reduce expressed or anticipated emotional distress. It was found that midwives came alongside the women and shared their intuition, experiences and themselves as one woman with another woman to normalise the women’s extraordinary unique experiences to facilitate a sense of comfort.
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During a session of psychotherapy, Benoît, 15 year-old, asks if he can make a painting of his blood – painting which he realizes then, at home, and describes in the following session : the eyes of Horus, which he found on internet. He presents a severe depression and projects of suicide, he cuts himself, the narcissistic fragility is massive and the identical problem in the foreground. Benoît claims his depression, says his fascination for its scars, he assimilates his need to see pouring his blood as a dependence with a drug. He wants to cut himself, he needs it, he feels existing. The blood relationships unite him strictly to her twin sister. He says that he does not suffer when he cuts himself, He undergoes in adversity, he feels and paradoxically hardens… The pain strengthens him and there even strengthens the limits of the ego. He so treats his excess big sensibility, signs for him of weakness and passivity which we set against the violence, the power and the strength which he feels in his auto-aggressive behavior.
Glances : his on his blood and painting. The place of the glance, the glances, the eyes of Horus, internal glance of Benoît on his blood which pours, his scars, trying to appropriate a body and a psyche which change and threaten it. Glance of his parents who suffer, he knows that, bewildered, they panic at the beginning, but their glances evolve. Glance of the therapist on his painting, as « adolescent » creation, and resumption of the myth in the therapy. The therapist, the psychotherapy of the attacks of the body, restore a relationship associating creation and representation, opening in the sense.
Adolescence, 2011, T. 29 n°2, pp. 355-383.

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Synopses & Reviews
For many, Anne Bradstreet's name is familiar from the early pages of anthologies of American poetry or from John Berryman's famous tribute to her. But few know that she was the first published poet male or female to emerge from the wilderness of the New World, or that her slim volume of verse was a runaway bestseller. Now, in this biography, Charlotte Gordon reveals Anne Bradstreet to be an electrifying personality at the center of one of the most fascinating periods in our country's history.
Transplanted from England to the New World in 1630, eighteen-year-old Anne was among the first waves of settlers on the unwelcoming shores of what would one day be Massachusetts. Arriving just a decade after the Pilgrims, Anne quickly had to transform herself from educated gentlewoman to frontier wife and mother. Of course, she was not alone: with her came her new husband, Simon Bradstreet; her imperious father, Thomas Dudley; and a powerful clutch of Protestant dissenters whose descendants would become our founding fathers.
Anne not only recorded her own experience, but also commented on the political and religious upheavals of her day, casting light on the hypocrisy of Old England and the promise of the New. This is the story of a woman and poet of great feeling struggling to find a language to describe the country in which she finds herself. It also offers a complex portrait of early America, the Puritans, and the trials and values whose legacy continues to shape our country to the present day.
"When Anne Bradstreet (1612? 1672) published her first book of poetry, The Tenth Muse, in 1650, she called it the 'ill-formed offspring of my feeble brain.' Yet, as poet Gordon (Two Girls on a Raft) demonstrates in this plodding and unilluminating biography, Bradstreet uttered those words more out of self-defense than regret. From her adolescence to the publication of her book, the Puritan poet viewed her work as a vocation that enabled her to worship God in vivid homespun images and to express sometimes complex theological ideas in plain language. Gordon depicts Bradstreet as a woman of her time, required to submit to her father and husband in religious and social matters. Gordon demonstrates that Bradstreet nevertheless benefited from the privileges of a literary education. Her family's social and religious circle included the most important figures of the early 17th century, from John Winthrop to Roger Williams. While her book was very popular at its publication, Bradstreet's reputation waned after the Civil War, to be recovered in the 20th century by her influence on poets such as Anne Sexton and John Berryman. Regrettably, Gordon's wearisome focus on the well-known facts of Bradstreet's upbringing leaves little room for a significant exploration of her poetic life and works. 8 pages of b&w illus. not seen by PW. Agent, Bettne Bloom." Publishers Weekly (Copyright Reed Business Information, Inc.)
"Poet Gordon offers a thorough, occasionally whimsical, and hearteningly feminist take on the life of early Puritan pioneer and pundit Anne Bradstreet....[H]er own sensitivity as a poet renders rapturous readings of Bradstreet's writing." Kirkus Reviews
"Written with maximal clarity and communicativeness, this is a vibrant, engaging, realistic portrayal of early colonial Massachusetts and of its fascinating biographical subject." Booklist (Starred Review)
Though her work is a staple of anthologies of American poetry, Anne Bradstreet has never before been the subject of an accessible, full-scale biography for a general audience. Anne Bradstreet is known for her poem, "To My Dear and Loving Husband," among others, and through John Berryman's "Homage to Mistress Bradstreet." With her first collection, The Tenth Muse Lately Sprung Up in America, she became the first published poet, male or female, of the New World. Many New England towns were founded and settled by Anne Bradstreet's family or their close associates--characters who appear in these pages.

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,It is my sincere hope that this website will be a source of funeral poems and memorial tributes that will honor your loved one and comfort you, even as you grieve.
A few years ago I went through the experience of losing several loved ones. Their deaths happened at different times, but close enough to keep me grieving for an extended period of time. Although I love poetry, I hadn't written anything in years. Suddenly, I found it pouring out of me.
As friends read some of the poetry, they requested certain poems for their own losses and personal experiences. Over time, the process of working through my own grief and helping others work through their grieving processes created enough writings and tributes to place inside a book and upon this website.
These poems may be printed in a funeral program to share with family and friends. They may also be printed upon handmade keepsakes for your personal use (not sold for commercial use.) These poems may not be placed online, or shared in any other mass media distribution, ad-revenue producing, or commercial format.
I sincerely hope that these poems will comfort you and give voice to the range of emotions that you are feeling. I also hope that you will find a memorial tribute that will celebrate the unique personality of your loved one and the memories that you've shared together.
If any funeral verse or grief poetry here has helped you, I would appreciate you 'liking' Poems And Reflections LLC on Facebook. Your votes of confidence keep this website high in the rankings so that others can find this site during their time of need.
Please accept my deepest condolences for your loss. I wish you the strength to bear the unbearable, moments of pure light that pierce the darkness, and every sweet memory bringing you the gifts of peace and comforting remembrance today... tomorrow...and forever.
With heartfelt sympathy,
Funeral Poems and Reflections - Vol I


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Sahara Thank You Card
Hand-painted, die-cut card with copper foil. Each card has a unique abstract design. Paired with a patterned envelope.
- Blank Inside
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text: The new AustraliansIn the 1950s, the Australian government realized that they needed more workers. First, they encouraged British, Dutch, Italians and Germans to come and settle in Australia. British immigrants regarded Australia as the ‘land of opportunity’. Later, the government accepted refugees from Eastern Europe and Russia. Large groups of unskilled immigrants also arrived from Italy and Greece. Many Italians settled in Perth. The Australian government only accepted white immigrants. This White Australian Policy changed gradually. It ended in 1973. After 1976, many of Australia’s immigrants carne from Asia. They called Australia the lucky country’. Today, Australia has a multicultural policy, which means that all Australian citizens should have the same rights. The government accepts immigrants from all ethnic backgrounds. But they must be skilled people or have money to put into business. Most Australians live in single-storey bungalows, with large gardens. Some have their own swimming pools.

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The Magic of Miami: A Story of Rediscovery and Renewal
- Part I: The Journey Begins
- Part II: Exploring the City
- Part III: An Unexpected Turn
- Part IV: Finding Home
Part I: The Journey Begins
I had always wanted to visit the vibrant city of Miami. I had heard tales of its beauty and pulsating energy, and I wanted to experience it for myself. So, I booked a plane ticket and made the long journey from my home in the Midwest.
As the plane descended into Miami International Airport, I was greeted by a dazzling skyline of high-rise buildings, each one gleaming in the bright sunshine. I felt a sense of awe and excitement as I stepped off the plane and into the city.
I made my way to my hotel, a charming little boutique tucked away in the heart of the city. As I walked through the streets, I was overwhelmed by the sights, sounds, and smells of the city. Everywhere I went, I was greeted by friendly locals and tantalizing smells of Cuban cuisine.
Part II: Exploring the City
I spent my days exploring the city, discovering its hidden gems and unique cultural experiences. I visited the iconic South Beach, where I strolled along the white sand and watched the waves crash against the shore. I explored Little Havana, where I sampled delicious Cuban food and experienced the city’s vibrant Latin culture. I even ventured to the Everglades, where I saw alligators and exotic birds in their natural habitat.
Everywhere I went, I was captivated by the beauty of the city. I was mesmerized by the vibrant colors of the street art and the unique architecture of the buildings. I was enchanted by the buzzing energy of the nightlife and the romantic atmosphere of the beachfront restaurants. I was in awe of the city’s diverse culture and its people.
Part III: An Unexpected Turn
On my last day in Miami, I decided to take a boat tour of the city. As I cruised along the waterfront, I was mesmerized by the beauty of the city. Suddenly, the boat stopped and the tour guide pointed to a small island in the distance. He told us the island was uninhabited and had been untouched by time.
I was captivated by the island’s beauty and decided to explore it. As I walked through the island, I felt a sense of peace and tranquility. I felt as if I had stepped back in time, to a simpler and more peaceful era. I was filled with a deep sense of joy and appreciation for the beauty of the island.
Part IV: Finding Home
As I returned to my hotel that evening, I felt a deep sense of renewal. I had come to Miami looking for adventure and excitement, but I had found something much more powerful: a sense of home. I had discovered a place where I felt connected to the land, the people, and the culture.
I knew then, that I would return to Miami again. I had found a place where I belonged, and I was determined to make it my home.


ROCKFORD (WREX) — Created community members will fund me in support of the CD Source Records store after a destructive fire.
The CD Source music store was destroyed overnight in a massive fire; However, his memory still lives on in the hearts of many.
Skyler Davis, owner of culture shock music store CD Source, pushed him to start his own business.
“When I was actually growing up I was really into music and the local stores were always a bit more interesting to find different music and records, so I was going there as a teenager even years before I opened my own record store,” Davis said.
The building was widely known for its shape and the mural painting visible on its cladding. The artist behind the mural Brett Whitacre says he couldn’t believe what happened.
“I really loved the mural and I know a lot of people loved it and told me a lot of great things about it and what it meant to them, so it’s really sad to see it disappear,” Whitacre said.
Loyal customers empathize with the owner and say the store was one of a kind.
“We don’t have a lot of places that do that in town and he was one of those guys, so we’re standing in another store from another guy that does that, so it’s a shame that ‘He now has to deal with thoughts of this instead of the thing he loves,’ Brian Buscemi said.
A Go Fund Me has been formed to support the source of the CD with the goal of four thousand dollars and nearly two thousand have already been raised.


Day 31: Katie P leaves Big Brother House for medical consultation
Katie Price has been allowed to leave the Big Brother House for a medical consultation
Channel 5 have confirmed that Katie left the Big Brother House for a short period yesterday as she attended a medical consultation.
On tonight’s show, it is revealed that Big Brother has organised for Katie Price to leave the house so she can attend a medical consultation. Having told the other housemates about this, Katie tells Keith she feels like there is an atmosphere in the house and that people are talking about her.
She feels like they would all prefer if she did leave the house for medical reasons as it would mean better chances for the others. Katie Hopkins walks in and tells Katie Price that she hasn’t been here since the start so she doesn’t need to stay till the end anyway. Katie Hopkins returns to the bathroom and tells Michelle and Calum what she overheard. She says that she is putting a TV show before her health which is wrong.
Keith and Katie reason that some of the Housemates might want Katie to go so they can come fourth instead of fifth. Keith says: ‘If someone is saying that or feeling that, that’s wrong.’ Katy says: ‘I sense it, when really we’ve all made it to the final.’ Katie talks about the possibility of winning and says: ‘I’d never, ever win it but imagine if I did. I’d get absolutely crucified by everyone, wouldn’t I?’
Ironically, in the bedroom Calum, Katie Hopkins and Michelle are talking about Katie Price’s late entry into the house. Michelle says: ‘She came in ten days late and avoided a big chunk of the battle ground, she hasn’t done anything!’ Calum says: ‘I feel so robbed dude.’ Michelle adds: ‘Right, but she does have a legion of fans that have brought her in here to the end, for doing nothing!’ Katie Hopkins says: ‘She didn’t even jump in on someone’s side when someone was being a complete kn*b.’ Michelle adds: ‘If she came top three it would kill Cheggers and I or whoever.’
Katie Hopkins says of Katie Price: ‘She’s used to turning up, being Katie Price then going home and being this person and it turns out this person is just thick, not that funny and obsessed by her boobs still, has her priorities all sorts of wrong places and doesn’t know much English.’
The final of Celebrity Big Brother takes place tonight at 9pm.


Donald Trump is deploying the same tactics that won him the Republican Primary. He says something that could be construed as outrageous, but doesn't specifically say what he's being accused of saying, and as a result he gets everyone talking about him and conservatives liking his verbalized positions.
“Hillary wants to abolish, essentially abolish the Second Amendment,” Trump said to boos from the crowd.
“By the way, if she gets to pick her judges, nothing you can do folks,” he then added.
“Though the Second Amendment people, maybe there is, I don't know.”
Did he say that gun owners should shoot and kill Hillary Clinton? No. Did he say that there is something the Second Amendment crowd could do? Yes.
I have been telling audiences on the radio and during public speaking engagements that California has the third largest number of gun owners in the nation. If the gun owners in California were to all start voting, and vote only pro-gun (against the Democrats) we could flip the State of California. The gun lobby is a powerful force in the country. Most Americans support the right to keep and bear arms. Donald Trump knows this, and capitalized on it with his statement.
Could you imagine what would happen if every gun owner in America decided to vote, and vote for Trump? It would be a landslide win for the Republican nominee.
However, let's just say for a moment he really meant what the media is flipping out about. Let's just say for a moment that he intended to mean that if Hillary took over the White House that those who support the Second Amendment should do what needs to be done with their firearms. I am not suggesting that in this case there should be such an action, but his verbiage would be in line with the attitude of the Founding Fathers.
The Second Amendment was not written to ensure we could hunt, or go trap shooting. The Second Amendment was written to ensure the federal government could not disarm the public in case the citizen warrior needed to be armed to take down a tyrannical government should one arise in Washington. Does it not say in the Declaration of Independence that it is the "Right of the People to alter or to abolish it [the government], and to institute new government. . . "?
The Democrats offer anti-constitutional policies that would be considered tyrannical to the founders.
If a Hillary Clinton White House were to act in a more tyrannical manner than we've already seen with Obama, going house to house to arrest conservatives and anyone else who dared to verbalize opposition to her administration, would not the gun owners of America have the right to do something about it?
The problem is that Democrats see love of government as being patriotism. Republican see love of country as being patriotism. And that means defending her against an enemy within, should such an enemy arise.
"Can history produce an instance of a rebellion so honourably conducted? I say nothing of it's motives. They were founded in ignorance, not wickedness. God forbid we should ever be 20. years without such a rebellion. The people can not be all, and always, well informed. The part which is wrong will be discontented in proportion to the importance of the facts they misconceive. If they remain quiet under such misconceptions it is a lethargy, the forerunner of death to the public liberty. We have had 13 states independent 11 years. There has been one rebellion. That comes to one rebellion in a century and a half for each state. What country ever existed a century and a half without a rebellion? And what country can preserve it's liberties if their rulers are not warned from time to time that their people preserve the spirit of resistance? Let them take arms. The remedy is to set them right as to facts, pardon and pacify them. What signify a few lives lost in a century or two? The tree of liberty must be refreshed from time to time with the blood of patriots and tyrants. It is it's natural manure." - Thomas Jefferson to William Stephens Smith, Paris, 13 Nov. 1787
-- Political Pistachio Conservative News and Commentary


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There’s a wonderful book out by Leonard Koren that talks about wabi–sabi. Actually it’s been out for quite a while. You can buy it on Amazon and I heartily recommend it.
The book delves deeply into this quintessential Japanese aesthetic that celebrates the humble, the modest and the imperfect.
I love the idea that simple beauty is all around us. All we have to do is take the time to look closely.
Then again maybe not, but it’s worth thinking about.
In the winter here in Maine it makes absolutely no sense for recreational boat owners to keep their craft in the water. Nobody in their right mind would want to go out for a cruise or a day sail when the wind is howling 30 knots and the temperature is well below freezing. So from about mid-October on, our harbors empty out and all the mooring buoys get taken in. Here are just some of them that dot Rockport harbor in the summer, huddled together on a hillside waiting for spring.
Just one of those lousy grab shot photos that somehow turns out OK. I never could do it again in a million years. The moral here is take photographs, lots of them. Not only do we get better because of the practice but occasionally we get lucky too.
It’s cold out here and the wind slices to the bone. The sun is not quite up and dark clouds scud across the sky. With tourists gone and the windjammers covered up waiting for the really cold weather, the harbor beds down to sleep.
Sometimes an image comes along where it really makes very little difference whether it is presented in color or black and white. This cement plant in Thomaston, Maine is one of them. I originally processed it in color but in the end there was so little of it, some dingey brown vegetation in the foreground was all, I switched it over to B&W to better emphasize its tonality.

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