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The human need to be “Right” about something – or about nearly everything – is another illustration of our emotional fragility. Our need to be Right is the mirror image of our abhorrence of being “Wrong.” That fear of being Wrong is the guard that keeps us imprisoned away from our own creativity, from discovering our own truly original thought. Certainty is the archenemy of truly creative thinking.
If we are honest with ourselves, most of what we believe – and argue vociferously to defend – is not what we truly believe anyway. Most of our supposed well-thought out beliefs are actually pasted-on opinions we borrow from others – parents, teachers, mentors, friends, colleagues, opinion-makers – devoid of our own direct experiences and encounters. We have opinions about people we have never met, or only know peripherally; cultures we have never visited nor engaged; religions we have never studied or shared their ritual; lifestyles we have never encountered; moral principles we have never really questioned; starkly minimalistic living conditions we have never experienced. Most of the people we spend time with are people who look like us, speak like us, echo the same opinions as us. We nourish our beliefs by our immersion within the sameness of a familiar community of look-alikes.
We sincerely think that our beliefs are framed within great absolute and universal Truths. Yet the first Truth is that our beliefs reflect, and are limited by, our personal perspective. It is a perspective built upon our individual life experiences, encounters, and role models, experiences far different than others. If our perspective has been gleaned from a wide breadth of exposures, then our beliefs will similarly incorporate a breadth of thinking and openness to considering and finding accommodation with contrary opinions. If our exposure has been narrow, then our beliefs will likewise be narrow, closed to contrary opinions.
We think that our beliefs are logically derived and thought through, reflecting our superior human intellect. Yet the quality of our logical thinking rises or falls based upon the comprehensiveness of our inputs. If our inputs are limited, our conclusions necessarily will be limited. We believe our thinking creates our perspective. In reality, our preexisting perspective from our experiences create our thinking, and thereby our beliefs. That self-fulfilling cycle should make us very cautious about what we think we believe is right.
Arguing steadfastly about who is Right exposes the underlying insecurity of our beliefs. The weaker our confidence in our beliefs, the harder we fight to affirm them onto others. But if one is truly Right, it is not conditioned by how many also believe it. (Rightness may love company, but thousands of slaves and slave owners in America never made slavery Right.) Realistically, most of what we presume the need to agree upon requires no agreement at all, versus making a commitment to live compatibly within a diverse community of opinions. It might be better to spend less time judging the wrongness of others, and instead expend more effort living a better version of our own rightness.
Listening openly to other perspectives – other life situations and experiences far different than our own – puts the genuine pursuit of knowledge and character ahead of our false need to be Right. It is our acceptance of our continuing ignorance that keeps us learning, not our certitude.
© 2016 Randy Bell www.OurSpiritualWay.blogspot.com


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By Michael Cunningham
FLOWERY BRANCH–Falcons center Todd McClure doesn’t want to hear about how Atlanta’s failure to convert short runs for first downs against the Saints yesterday paralleled their inability to do the same in the 2012 playoffs against the Giants.
“That’s two totally different ballgames,” McClure said. “That’s what [ticks] me off more than anything is you guys are going to write about how bad we are up front and that we can’t get in the end zone. But there’s more to it than just blocking up front, and that’s all I’m going to say about that.
“I get really frustrated when I hear things and read things knowing there’s more to it than five guys up front but we take the brunt of the blame. I don’t want to talk about that anymore because I don’t want to say anything I regret.”
The Falcons managed 46 yards on just 18 carries against the Saints, who were the worst team in the league against the run entering the game. Atlanta running back Michael Turner, who was dropped for a loss of one yard on third down during the penultimate possession, gained just 15 yards on 13 carries.
McClure didn’t elaborate on the issues in the running game but said the struggles are about the offense overall not just the line.
“It is in every aspect of it,” he said. “But we get the ball on the one, we are expected to get it in. I just get frustrated sometimes the past couple years. There’s more to it than just lining up and blocking the guys wherever they line up. And that’s it. I can’t talk about it anymore.”
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People.com Entertainment Movies Bette Midler Apologizes After Calling Women 'The N-Word of the World' in Controversial Tweet Bette Midler says she tweeted a racially insensitive message without thinking because she was angry after the FBI only "briefly" investigated the Kavanaugh allegations By Maura Hohman Published on October 5, 2018 02:20 PM Share Tweet Pin Email Photo: Bruce Glikas/FilmMagic Bette Midler says she tweeted a racially insensitive message without thinking because she was angry after the FBI only “briefly” investigated the sexual assault accusations against Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh. On Friday, the 72-year-old icon addressed criticism for tweeting, in part, “Women, are the n-word of the world'” — which she says is a Yoko Ono quote from 1972. (That year, Ono, 85, and her husband, the late John Lennon, made the same comparison in a song from their album Some Time in New York City.) “The too brief investigation of allegations against Kavanaugh infuriated me,” Midler wrote in her apology. “Angrily I tweeted w/o thinking my choice of words would be enraging to black women who doubly suffer, both by being women and by being black. I am an ally and stand with you; always have. And I apologize.” On Thursday, the Hocus Pocus star wrote in the since-deleted tweet, “Women, are the n-word of the world.’ Raped, beaten, enslaved, married off, worked like dumb animals; denied education and inheritance; enduring the pain and danger of childbirth and life IN SILENCE for THOUSANDS of years They are the most disrespected creatures on earth.” Hillary Clinton Got a Standing Ovation While Supporting Bette Midler in Hello, Dolly! Return Bette Midler/Twitter Immediately, critics called out that they believe her comment “erased the struggles” of black women and the separate systemic violence and oppression that people of color face. In another since-deleted tweet, Midler wrote that she “never forgot” Ono’s statement from 1972, adding, “It rang true then, and it rings true today, whether you like it or not. This is not about race, this is about the status of women; THEIR HISTORY.” Geraldo Rivera Apologizes for Allegedly Groping Bette Midler But Recalls Incident ‘Differently’ Responding to Midler, Twitter users asserted that they thought the sentiment behind Ono’s quote was problematic in the first place. SAUL LOEB/AFP/Getty The FBI investigation into Kavanaugh, 53, wrapped up on Thursday, and senators spent the day reviewing its findings. Some Republicans said they were satisfied with the report, while critics pointed out it was far from a complete investigation. RELATED: Amy Schumer and Emily Ratajkowski Detained While Protesting Brett Kavanaugh’s Confirmation Democrats say the White House put numerous restrictions on who the FBI could interview, and the bureau reportedly did not speak with multiple witnesses who say they could corroborate sexual abuse and other allegations made by Christine Blasey Ford, Deborah Ramirez and Julie Swetnick. (Kavanaugh has denied all of the allegations.) On Friday, the Senate voted 51-49 to advance Kavanaugh to a final confirmation vote, which should take place on Saturday.


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6th & 7th August - Captain Calamity's Balloon & Bubble Shows
In the Captain's Incredible Balloon Shows at 10am and 2pm; he will blow a mega balloon and climb inside it! And don't miss Captain Calamity's Bubble Shows at 12 noon and 4pm.
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Both kids and grown ups can have a go at this Midweek Mayhem activity - body zorbing! Pull on a body zorb, which is rather like being includes in a big circle of bubble wrap and then try and play games like football...if you can!!
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ASUSTOR AS3102T Mainstream 2-Bay NAS Review
Bohs Hansen / 4 years ago
At the time of writing, the ASUSTOR AS3102T can be yours for $247.00 at NewEgg (Currently with $17 further discount through promo code), for £234.95 at Overclockers UK, or starting from €259,00 through Geizhals.
The ASUSTOR AS3102T is a solid mainstream NAS for a fair price. You get a great base with an Intel Celeron dual-core CPU and 2GB dual-channel memory which will be plenty for to operate what most people will use their NAS for. The CPU comes with both hardware encryption engine and floating point unit that further help the performance while the dual-channel memory helps with intensive tasks such as transcoding and 4K resolutions. There are plenty of USB 3.0 ports for peripherals and external storage, a gigabit ethernet LAN port, and an HDMI 1.4b port for direct usage. Everything you’ll want, more or less. You can even control it with an IR remote thanks to the built-in IR receiver.
We saw a solid performance in our benchmarks and a strong encryption performance. The latter is simply due to the CPU used that does a really great job here. The AS3102T isn’t just performing well, it also looks good with the simple exterior and diamond pattern on the front. It doesn’t feature external drive bays, which you might consider good or bad depending on what you want, but it does it give it a sleeker appearance. The setup and installation are still a breeze thanks to the finger screws for both the chassis and drive installation.
The whole thing is powered by ADM which is a powerful operating system. It is built more like a mobile operating system than a classic NAS system in the design and where you find things. This makes it very easy to find things for novice users that aren’t that familiar with NAS system. Those who are will also find what they’re looking for quickly thanks to the logic design and grouping of features that belong together. One window has everything in regards to drives, another to access rights, and another again for backup and so forth, you get the drift. And speaking of apps, there are plenty to choose from. Whether you want to collect, stream, or manage video files, photos, or audio files, you’ll find what you need with the Photo Gallery, LooksGood, and SoundsGood.
With the HDMI port, the NAS can be used directly with any HDMI monitor. Just attach a keyboard and mouse or use a remote control. The ASUSTOR portal then allows you to use the NAS as a PC replacement in many ways. You can use LibreOffice to work, play games, or use KODI to browse all your media files – and much more.
I would rate this NAS as a home user NAS, but it still features plenty of functions that businesses are looking for. From iSCSI support over surveillance systems to mail server and cloud integration, the AS3102T does it. It even comes with the VirtualBox app which lets you run VMs on the AS3102T.
- Intel Celeron CPU, hardware encryption engine, and hardware transcoding
- HDMI 1.4b output with 4K support
- Stylish design with scheduling and night modes
- Tool-less installation
- RAM isn’t upgradeable/expandable
“The ASUSTOR AS3102T is a basic NAS that fulfils all a user needs. A solid performance from great hardware powered by a good operating system.”
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The Mobile World Congress which is held in Barcelona is a great platform for both the smartphone makers & tech community. This year MWC was bigger & better than the previous one. MWC 2017 witness the key announcements from big players like LG,Motorola, Huawei, Sony are few to names. Not only this, this time MWC… Continue reading MWC 2017: Round Up
Today at Mobile World Congress 2015, Microsoft Corp. introduced Lumia 640 and Lumia 640 XL, two new smartphones which are upgradeable to Windows 10, which offers more personal computing and greater productivity, and will be available later this year.


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Chicken production up in Russia
Russia, which Brazil once exported nearly 300,000 tons of chicken meat to, is close to achieving self-sufficiency in the sector. According to data from the Federal Statistics Service in Russia, cited by the trade publication World Poultry, the country will be able to meet 96% of demand with its own production later at the end of this year, a record high for the industry.
Chicken production in Russia from January to September this year totaled 3.7 million tons, 213,000 tons - or 6.1% - more than the same period in 2012. Preliminary data indicate that production should reach 4.9 million tons by the end of the year.
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My style is most definitely random, I would define it as "Cottage Eclectic" at best. I love the warm and cozy interiors of a cottage style home, but I also love the color and casual vibe in a bohemian home. I can appreciate the beauty of a light and bright neutral colored interior but I am not totally convinced that I could live without color.
In my new home I chose to keep the base neutral and bring in pops of color that I could change out on a whim or with the seasons. I thought long and hard about how I was going to decorate my new home and since I had to invest in a lot of furniture I really wanted it to be classic and timeless. And very, very neutral. I don't want to buy something trendy and then it's out of style in just a few years.
I chose slip-covered sofas for both upstairs and down as they make the most sense with my lifestyle. My home is not hands-off by any means, although I do like to keep it clean and tidy. However, we do have snacks and beverages in the living room if we're cuddling in watching a movie so it's important that everything is easy to clean. Plus, my dogs love to cuddle on the furniture as well so to be able to throw the covers in the washer is a huge bonus to me.
My throw pillows are all feather pillow forms from Pottery Barn with covers that can be removed, washed, and stored away easily. I took advantage of every sale Pottery Barn had during the long winter while I waited to close on my home and stocked up on pillow covers!
I love looking on Pinterest and on various decorating blogs for inspiration. I never want my home to be a copycat home but I do think it's great to be able to find inspiration and new ideas out there on the web. You take those ideas home and incorporate different elements of each until your own style emerges.
Here are some spaces that inspired me on Pinterest when I was waiting all those months (5 long months!) for the closing on my home. You will notice that my tastes are all over the shop. How on earth do you figure out what your style is when you love so many different looks?
Those purple lanterns!!! Love! What a cool space. I can totally imagine hanging out here with a glass of wine.
This dining room feels organic and peaceful to me. A little sparse for my taste but good bones to build on.
Neutral furniture with pops of color - exactly what I had in mind. And I loved this paint color so much I used it in my living room, dining room, and kitchen!
I have always loved a colorful quilt with a metal bed. Old school country, so simple and welcoming. This was my inspiration for my guest room.
What a great space! Neutral backdrop with pops of color. And the built in bookshelves....and storage under the seats! If i was ever going to do a banquette.....
Those wood counters just make me drool. With the white cabinets. I'm so tempted to paint my kitchen cabinets but they are very good shape so far so I'll hold off. And I may go for solid surface counters in the kitchen when the time comes, like the ones I put in my master bathroom. However, this would be awesome in my lower level laundry/mini kitchen area!
I pretty much love everything about this little breakfast nook. Everything.
That sofa is fabulous!!!! However, I really had to keep it neutral. I don't have the budget to change out my sofa every time I get tired of the color, and I know I would. I love those window treatments also.
I love the boho vibe in this room. The color. The plants. The shag rug. I don't know if I would like living with this style long term so I'll just pull elements of this to incorporate into my home. Like the plants. And the fuzzy pillow. And the pops of color.
Same with this room. Totally boho. I adore all the plants, of course. And the hanging lanterns. And the colorful glass window hangings. It just feels cozy!
I guess the common denominator in all these inspiration photos is the casual, cozy vibe. They all have greenery and/or natural elements.
It seems my dream home is an intimate space with sunshine warming the rooms during the day, and ambient lighting and candles galore for evenings. Lots of pillows and blankets to curl up with and plants everywhere you look. And books, books, and more books!
I think I achieved that. I'm living in my dream home.

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A Guide to the World of Sosaria
The ranger Shamino hath compiled the following guide to the known settlements of our realm. It serves as an addendum to the Book of Play and is intended to assist would-be adventurers in their quest to rid this land of the hell-born Exodus.
Britain – In the center of our fair land, on the eastern shore of the Sea of Akalabeth, rests the fair towne of Britain. It’s namesake given in honour of our sovereign, Lord British rules with a just and kind hand from his nearby castle. He hath worked diligently in the score of years since Minax’s fall to unify the disparate and independent city-states of Sosaria, and it has henceforth become a centre of commerce and governance for our realm. It is here where Lord British issued the call for a champion to save the realm from Exodus, thus it is here where an adventurer’s sojourn must begin.
Devil Guard – Somewhere on the northern end of the Sea of Akalabeth rests the city of Devil Guard. Nestled between the towering snow-peaked mountains and the glistening sea, this city hath a long and storied history as an ancient seat of governance, and was once a forefront of defense against Minax’s horde of horned devils. The years of peace hath transformed it from a fortified bastion to an open marketplace. Sadly, the earthquakes that heralded Exodus’ appearance hath caused many landslides and made travel by foot no longer possible. Though the way remains hidden to many, the rangers from the region tell stories that access may still be found by way of the mysterious Moon Gates.
Yew – One of the oldest communities of the realm, the City of Yew is quaintly nestled amongst the magnificent trees of the Deep Forest. Protected by the thick canopy of these ancient woods to the northwest, the reclusive druids and stoic clerics hath embraced their affinity for nature and celebration of the divine. Within is the mystical Circle of Light, a holy place of worship for those who reside there. Be sure to search the forest well, for there is much else that lay hidden in Yew.
Grey – Far to the northeast lay the industrious City of Grey, a bustling sea port and hub of commerce. ‘Tis largely home to trade guilds, skilled craftsmen, larks, and enterprising merchants. As such, there is both fortune and merriment to be found in Grey. However, exploring the city is not without risk as ’tis also rumored to be frequented by less savory characters such as conniving thieves and bloodthirsty pirates.
Moon – The Holy City of Moon rests on Verity Isle to the east. ‘Tis a center of the mystic arts, astrology, alchemy, and magic of all forms and thus home to practitioners of said disciplines. The wizards, alchemists, and illusionists of Moon have dedicated themselves to the study of all that is hidden, thus it will undoubtedly serve as a source of invaluable knowledge and clues for a wise adventurer.
The Montors – The city of Montor was once a modest barracks for fighters who protected the southern reaches of Sosaria. But it hath seen immense growth since those times. Now two fully fortified cities, Montor East and West are twin town centers that together hold several armories as well as a prison. An adventurer may also enjoy the pub where fighters, paladins, and barbarians are always willing to share tales of their heroic deeds over a pint of grog.
Fawn – Fawn, City of the Sea, is an isolated and peaceful town located on the Bay of Beauty to the southwest. Once nestled beside a serene lake, its geography changed drastically as the land nearby eroded and gave way unto the sea. Despite its changing surroundings, the impassioned community of Fawn have dedicated themselves to keeping Fawn beautiful for all.
Death Gulch – This foul bastion of ill-repute is located at the foothills of Mount Drash. ‘Tis said that only the most unsavory of folk dwell here. Little else is known, as scant information makes its way out. But this aptly-named hole of death is likely to hold many secrets, and a would-be adventurer may wish to coerce pertinent clues from its denizens in order to advance his or her quest.
Other Places – Beyond the known towns, there are rumoured to be other more secret settlements throughout the realm that only the most clever of adventurers may find. Some of these, the rumors say, are places of wonder, such as a mysterious city that only appears when the time is right. Yet others are shadowy dens of evil, such as the many abandoned mines and dark dungeons that lay hidden across the realm. And even more sinister is the cursed abode of the vile Exodus, said to be on a fiery isle in the Great Ocean and guarded tirelessly by the Great Earth Serpent! Stay keen, dear adventurer, and search for clues. I believe thou must find all that is hidden to save Sosaria from this dire peril.


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There are three words that make me drool. They are “lobster grilled cheese”, and whoever was brilliant enough to think of putting the subtle, yet distinctive lobster together with the melty goodness of grilled cheese, was a genius. When I heard that The Gingerman Social Eatery on Kerr Street served up their own mouth-watering version of this, I knew I had to try it out, and I am happy to report that it lived up to my expectations.
The Gingerman Social Eatery is owned by Don Wilson and his wife, Tina Luciani. Don and Tina met in Vancouver, where they ran the successful Copper Tank Grill, but felt the lure to move to Oakville after they started their family. They opened the restaurant last year and have been developing a loyal clientele that go there for the friendly atmosphere, superb food and a great bar menu.
Don wants his guests to feel comfortable and enjoy themselves. “We offer quality food and a friendly, upscale environment. We want to make sure you leave satisfied and will be back”. Oakville resident Kent Paisley likes to visit the Gingerman with the family as well as for a beer after sailing on Lake Ontario. “The Mahi Mahi entree and the De Chook chicken sandwich are always two of my favourite meals at The Gingerman, and of course finishing off with the ‘Tinamisu’, Tina’s version of the creamy and authentic Italian dessert is always a great choice.” Kent’s wife Chris says the food and the atmosphere are what make the restaurant one of our go-to places.”
The Gingerman Social Eatery not only serves up some great food, but they pride themselves on having an extensive beverage menu that appeals to everyone. Whether you’re looking to try something new, like Oakville’s own TAG vodka mixed fresh squeezed grapefruit juice in ‘The Newman Special’. Beer lovers will rejoice at Don’s choices of brews on hand. Don prides himself in serving well known staples as well as few smaller labels that will quickly become favourites, such as great offerings from Canada’s first microbrewery, B.C.’s Granville Island Brewery, and the handcrafted and seasonal beers brewed in Toronto from Canadian Brewery of the Year winners, Mill Street.
The Rusty Pumpkin burger is one of the most popular picks, but don’t be fooled by the name. This big, juicy burger isn’t made from pumpkins at all, but from a mouth-watering combination of AAA ground beef, topped with sautéed mushrooms, onions, cheddar cheese and peppercorn gravy. With made from scratch soups, salads, sandwiches and burgers on the lunch menu, and a more intensive dinner selection that includes Chef Bradley Taylor’s innovative and eclectic recipes, including steaks, pastas and even a little Caribbean flair. The Gingerman also has a great menu selection that will please even the pickiest kid, including grilled cheese sandwiches, burgers, chicken fingers, and pasta, which they can wash down with a fun Shirley Temple.
Next time you’re looking for a great place to eat, be sure to try the Gingerman Social Eatery at 335 Kerr Street in Oakville. And for a special event or private meeting, ask about the dining room known as ‘The Vault’. The actual former bank vault has been turned into a dining room for up to ten people, and is equipped with its own 62 inch plasma television. Enjoy!


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Hattiesburg City Council members will use the results of an upcoming public hearing to help determine whether to proceed with the creation of a new local historic district in downtown Hattiesburg that would complement the current National Register of Historic Places designation and help protect historic buildings and sites.
The hearing will be hosted by the Hattiesburg Historic Conservation Commission at 5:30 p.m. July 17 at Jackie Dole Sherrill Community Center, 22 West Front St. in Hattiesburg. During the event, residents will be able to gather information, ask questions and address concerns about the proposed district.
At the end of the public hearing, the nine-member conservation commission will take a vote whether to recommend the creation of the district to council members.
“If they do recommend that it becomes a conservation district, then it will be referred to the city council for them to take action within 60 days of that public hearing,” said Russell Archer, historic preservation planner for the city. “(If so), council would take the recommendation of the conservation commission and they would vote whether or not to adopt an ordinance creating that conservation district for downtown.
“It would not go to council at all if (the conservation commission) voted to not recommend it, because at that point, I think it would be sort of a dead proposition to put that ordinance into place.”
The Hub City Downtown Historic District, which was proposed at an October city council meeting, would incorporate five existing areas to form the district. Those areas – which include Town Square Park, the Mobile Street corridor, the city parking lot on Railroad Street, railroad yards along Gordon Street and structures along the north side of Hardy Street toward downtown – would be integrated to form another district similar to the Parkhaven or Newman-Buschman districts.
“Currently, we have a nationally-registered historic district in downtown Hattiesburg that offers incentives, but doesn’t actually offer any local protection for the historic buildings downtown,” said Ginger Lowrey, planning division manager at the Department of Urban Development, in a previous story.
At that meeting, Archer told council members the downtown area currently consists of 202 official “resources,” including buildings, bridges and railroads. The new designation would bring that number up to 250.
According to numbers provided by department officials, the downtown area has lost 78 structures to demolition or new construction since the 1960s.
“The best way to protect and maintain our downtown, while guiding future development, is to look at it as a locally-designated historic district under city ordinance,” Archer said.
The new district would require building owners seeking to make external changes to facilities to contact the Department of Urban Development to seek a Certificate of Appropriateness, which is separate from a building permit. Interior changes are not reviewed by that commission.
As another part of the process, council members voted last week to adopt an order declaring an interim approval procedure for the potential historic district. That order would route any requests within the district through the conservation commission.
“They oversee all of our existing conservation districts, which are primarily residential areas right now,” Archer said. “So they would begin to look also at applications for building projects that come through that proposed conservation district area.
“This is more or less a temporary measure that would require that extra level of review, to make sure that any building projects that occur downtown (are within standards). Exterior changes only would be appropriate for the historic character that we have downtown right now.”


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Find your balance via this Chakra Immersion on the crystal blue water in the Lesser Antilles. This boutique hotel has an amazing beachfront yoga pavilion, spa and the unique experience of paddle board yoga. Find your flow with nature on the paddle board, feel the Caribbean sun and enjoy a splashdown in the warm water (and you will splash down at least once!). Regardless of your practice, down dog on a paddle board will offer a new appreciation for grounding and your steady mat!
During this unique adventure we will explore the beauty and power of the land and sea. At the same time, our exploration of our inner landscape will bring deeper self-awareness. This retreat is designed to take the adventurous yogi to a deeper level of self-awareness using the energetic centers in your body known as chakras. This is perfect for those who want to unblock all mental & physical barriers to live the best life ever!
We will awaken each morning and end each day with a yoga practice designed to bring awareness and balance to each of the 7 chakras. During the days, we will have organized excursions and there will be ample time for you to explore on your own and take advantage of the many other excursions available. Through our week, you will progress from your Root chakra all the way up to your Crown chakra, learning the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual elements of each. You will learn why the rights you have to feel, to love, to see, to speak promote your ability to create the changes you want for your ife and attract the energy you want to support you.
As guests of the Manchebo Beach Resort & Spa you will find yourself on Aruba’s widest stretch of beach. With 40 beach shade cabanas you will have plenty of space and shade to enjoy the soft white sandy beach to the fullest. The friendly beach staff will set you up with your beach cabana (also called palapa) in the morning and the cocktail waitress will provide you with an orange flag which you simply place in the sand when ready to order your first smoothie, cocktail or ice-cold beer.
The resort is just 5 minutes by taxi or bus to the historic downtown area of Aruba’s capital Oranjestad as well as the Palm Beach area featuring many shops, restaurants and nightlife. And the resort is just 10 minutes away from Queen Beatrix International Airport.
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Apple is said to be making a cheaper version of the $3,500 Vision Pro mixed reality headset, but as it turns out, the new model may not exactly be cheap at all, reports Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman.
In his ‘Power On’ newsletter, Gurman suggests that the more affordable successor to the Apple Vision Pro is “likely” to forego the inclusion of an external display in order to achieve a price point discussed internally, falling within the range of $1,500 to $2,500.
Gurman also reaffirms his earlier statements from June, proposing that the budget-friendly version will likely be powered by an iPhone-grade chip, feature fewer cameras and incorporate lower-resolution screens.
By omitting the external display, Apple would effectively reserve one of the Vision Pro’s standout features, EyeSight, exclusively for the pricier models. EyeSight is the technology responsible for providing real-time eye renderings, enabling the wearer to make eye contact during interactions and letting people around you know that you can see them while you speak to them.
Gurman explains that Apple’s decision to prioritize the release of a more budget-friendly version led the company to allocate resources away from its technically intricate AR glasses project.
While the potential price range discussed by Apple isn’t exactly “cheap,” the prospect of a $1,500 price tag is likely to be more appealing. However, the extent to which a $2,500 price point is considered a substantial discount would likely hinge on whether the inclusion of an iPhone chip and other hardware modifications can still deliver a high-quality software experience. We will have to wait and see.


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The Columbia Land Conservancy and the farmers at Thompson-Finch Farm in Ancram, NY, are seeking the next generation of farmer land stewards. This workshop will describe how this agricultural ground lease works, the search process, and how this affordable, 99-year lease will transfer to the next farmers in 2024. Don and Marnie MacLean (Thompson-Finch Farm) will be available to describe their experience with the land and the ground lease. This presentation will be followed with a question and answer period to help interested farmers begin the application process.
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Why are the Cincinnati Reds Wearing Blue? Commemorating Juneteenth
In a surprising and historic move, the Cincinnati Reds swapped their classic red for blue uniforms on June 19, 2023. So, “Why are the Cincinnati Reds wearing blue?” The answer lies in a significant commemoration – Juneteenth.
The Reds and Juneteenth
The Cincinnati Reds and several other Major League Baseball (MLB) teams decided to wear blue to honor Juneteenth. Juneteenth, a federal holiday, marks the end of slavery in the United States.
Every year, June 19 is celebrated as Juneteenth. On this day in 1865, Union soldiers arrived in Galveston, Texas, declaring the end of the Civil War and announcing the freedom of all enslaved individuals.
The Reds: A Staunch Supporter of Civil Rights
The Cincinnati Reds have a rich history supporting social justice and civil rights. They were instrumental in integrating baseball, signing Jackie Robinson, the first African American MLB player, in 1947.
Blue Uniforms for Equality
The Cincinnati Reds demonstrate their support for Juneteenth by choosing to wear blue uniforms. They aim to promote awareness of this vital holiday and its significance in the ongoing fight for equality.
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|June 19, 2023||End of slavery in the U.S.||1865||2021||Cincinnati Reds, Chicago White Sox, Kansas City Royals, Minnesota Twins, New York Yankees, Oakland Athletics, Seattle Mariners, Tampa Bay Rays|
A Day of Celebration and Reflection
Juneteenth is a day to rejoice in the progress made in the struggle for equality, but it's also a day for contemplation and recognition of the work yet to be done.
- Why are the Cincinnati Reds wearing blue today?
The Cincinnati Reds are wearing blue to commemorate Juneteenth, the federal holiday celebrating the end of slavery in the United States.
- When is Juneteenth celebrated?
Juneteenth is celebrated every year on June 19.
- What does Juneteenth signify?
Juneteenth commemorates the end of slavery in the United States.
- What other Major League Baseball teams are wearing blue for Juneteenth?
Other blue teams include the Chicago White Sox, Kansas City Royals, Minnesota Twins, New York Yankees, Oakland Athletics, Seattle Mariners, and Tampa Bay Rays.
In conclusion, “Why are the Cincinnati Reds wearing blue today?” underlines a monumental recognition of a critical historical event. By changing their uniforms to blue, the Cincinnati Reds and several other MLB teams honor the struggle for freedom and equality, highlighting the enduring significance of Juneteenth.
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When we think of plastic pollution, we often think about whole plastic bags or water bottles floating in bodies of water. However, there is another threat associated with plastic pollution: microplastics.
Microplastics are tiny pieces of plastic that are smaller than 5 square millimeters. Microplastics can come in the form of small beads found in personal care products or as microfibers shed from synthetic fabric in clothing, these are examples of primary sources of microplastics. Secondary microplastics come in the form of broken down pieces of larger plastic such as straws, food packaging, and more. They are often invisible to the naked eye, but they can still cause significant harm to the surrounding environment and human health.
Once microplastics enter the ecosystem, they bioaccumulate and biomagnify as they are consumed by different organisms throughout the environment. Bioaccumulation means that organisms consume microplastics faster than they are able to expel them. Biomagnification refers to how microplastics and other toxic substances move and grow throughout the food chain. For example, if one fish consumes microplastics, those microplastics will bioaccumulate in the organism, once that fish is consumed by a predator the effects of those toxic substances will biomagnify as the organism moves through the food chain.
Human health is impacted by microplastics as well. According to researchers it is estimated that we consume approximately 5 grams of plastic per week, roughly equivalent to the size of a credit card. And on a larger scale National Geographic reports that we unknowingly consume 39,000 to 52,000 plastic particles through our drinking water and food, the number is even higher when accounting for microplastics that are inhaled.
A lot is still unknown about microplastics. Scientists continue to research how microplastics alter a body of water’s geochemistry , and the long term health effects also remain largely unknown. Microplastics themselves are not new, but we are only just beginning to fully understand the scale of their impact.
One of the major issues with microplastics is that we still don’t quite know what to do with them. They are too small to efficiently clean up, we can’t avoid them in our daily lives, and we are still in the research phase of how they impact both the health of natural ecosystems and our own human health. So what can we do about the microplastics problem?
Well, the most direct way to reduce microplastics in the environment is to simply reduce plastic usage. By reducing and reusing our goods and cutting out single-use plastics, we are taking a small amount of plastic out of production and therefore out of the ecosystem.
Changing habits and lifestyle is certainly not easy, but if the task of reducing plastic usage is daunting, know that you’re not alone. We are all learning how we impact the environment and how we can help improve the natural ecosystems around us. As a first step, you can make a conscious effort to reduce the amount of single use plastics in your daily life and check out Seaside Sustainability’s Instagram and Facebook for more tips on reducing your environmental impact.


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The Los Angeles city attorney’s office is considering charges of invasion of privacy and intentionally giving someone a sexually transmitted infection, it told the news outlet.
The 42-year-old EDM artist, whose name is Thomas Wesley Pentz, was the subject of a complaint filed with the Los Angeles Police Department in October 2020 in which he’s accused by an unidentified 25-year-old woman of recording sexually explicit videos and distributing at least one without her consent. He’s also accused of knowingly infecting her with chlamydia.
In legal filings, the woman said that Pentz first reached out to her over private messages on Twitter when she was 17 years old and that she first had sexual intercourse with him in 2018, when she was 21.
The woman also alleged that Pentz raped her in his Las Vegas hotel room after one of his concerts in 2019, BuzzFeed reported, though no charges have been filed in connection with that accusation.
Pentz has denied all the allegations. He filed for a temporary restraining order against the woman last December. In April, his lawyers filed a lawsuit accusing her of stalking, trespassing and distribution of private materials. His attorneys don’t deny the two had a sexual relationship, but they cast her as an obsessive fan who was stalking him.
After requesting a temporary restraining order in November 2020, the woman filed a civil lawsuit against Pentz in June. In it, she accuses him of being “a middle-aged white man who targets very young Black women and girls for sexual assault.”
It’s not the first time Pentz has been accused of sexually targeting young women and girls. On a podcast last year, rapper Azealia Banks said she had sex with Diplo when she was 17, saying, “I always give him credit for fucking launching my career off, but, yeah, I had to give him some teenage pussy to do it. He’s always been preying on young ethnic girls.”
In 2017, Diplo made headlines when he sent out and then deleted a tweet in the wake of a report that disgraced R&B singer R. Kelly, whose victims were mostly young Black women and girls, had been keeping multiple women in an abusive sex cult against their will.
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This is the third compilation from the small French label Ultimae, which continues releasing some fine “panoramic music for panoramic people”.
The cd contains “a selection of ambient downtempo soundscapes and ethereal rhythms”, presenting ten unreleased tracks (with the exception of the piece by Mystical Sun) by Solar Fields, Koala & Xentrix, Cell, Aes Dana, Carbon Based Lifeforms, Toires and HUVA Network.
It’s a nice, continuous flow of tribal/trance music with hold back techno-rhythms, and sequencers, of which the overall mix and sound quality are excellent.
All in all, a recommended cd!
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DESIGN | THE LOTUS BUILDING IN WUJIN, CHINA
Home to some of the most banal and sublime modern architecture, China has just unveiled a stunning new sculptural building Called the Lotus Building that falls into the latter category. Located in the heart of Wujin, the burgeoning southern district of Changzhou, Jiangsu PRC, the structure and the surrounding 3.5 hectare People’s Park have been designed by Australian firm Studio 505 to be an “inhabited sculptural form.” Emerging naturally from the lake, visitors enter from beneath and are greeted with a cathedral like revelation of space where colour and light combine and illuminate to create a bright and uplifting interior atmosphere, no matter the weather. Transitioned and graded colour is applied to the side of the petal ribs, creating a deep hue only at the edge of the structure. Hand laid and varied white, beige and stainless steel hexagon mosaic tile finishes cover all external and internal surfaces; merging seamlessly to create a continuous form with studio505’s bespoke 7m high suspended chandelier at the apex, becoming the focus of attention, inside and out. The most impressive feature of the structure, however, is a night lighting system devised to hold a series of changing natural colour combinations for 20 seconds before slowly transitioning to the next scene over 10 seconds. Additionally, the project has been designed to minimize energy usage, with over 2500 geothermal piles driven through the base of the artificial lake, The entire lake water mass and ground beneath is utilized to pre-cool (summer) and pre-warm (winter) the air conditioning systems for both the lotus and the two story building beneath the lake The property is also naturally ventilated and employs evaporative cooling from the surrounding pool’s surface to drive a thermal chimney within the main flower pod.
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After five months of waiting, Georgia Court of Appeals Judge Elizabeth “Lisa” Branch will be moving to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit.
The U.S. Senate confirmed Branch’s appointment Tuesday by a vote of 73-23.
President Donald Trump nominated Branch to the federal bench in September 2017. When the year closed without a vote, Branch’s nomination was returned to the president at the end of 2017. She was re-nominated in early January. The Senate Judiciary Committee approved her appointment on a bipartisan vote of 19-2 on Jan. 18.
Branch has served as the 77th judge on the Georgia Court of Appeals since Sept. 4, 2012. Previously, she was a partner in the commercial litigation practice group at Smith, Gambrell & Russell in Atlanta, where she began her legal career. Branch served as a senior official in the administration of President George W. Bush as counselor to the administrator of the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs at the U. S. Office of Management and Budget and as an associate general counsel at the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. Branch graduated from Davidson College and received her law degree from Emory University.
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March 25th, 2008 #1
Something NEW for C.O.W - join the fun
For those of you who have never participated in C.O.W. (Creature of the Week) but really enjoy designing crazy imaginary shit, you should check this weeks topic out. I think you'll find the new idea interesting and a big switch from the usual written topic and descriptions.
This was something that kind of just came about randomly during a discussion in Vent between Myself and Davi as well as some others who were there in vent that night. Davi and I decided it would be interesting to work off of a sound file instead of words. Fozzy was cool enough to go along with the off beat way of introducing a creature topic and Davi lent his talented voice .
So go check it out: Round #113: Sound Creature
Creature file courtesy of Davi - Click to listen: CREATURE SOUND
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That's funny how many images that conjures up in my head.
- Dan Dos Santos
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Haha cool idea! Mike on that thread you said you wish you guys had a sound guy?
I have access to some good sound editing software through my school as well as plenty of extra sound effects, and I've been trained in using a lot of it so if you ever need someone to help with sounds let me know.
I can also make some pretty weird sounds/voices.
March 25th, 2008 #5
Dan - lol yea, I get tons of odd variations popping into my head of semi-intelligent, quirky little critters scurrying, hopping and popping around in swamps and mud, talking to each other in these weird cricketing/croaking frog sounds..something quite alien and almost cute. Then again I also just want to paint a half naked Davi crouching in a muddy pond holding a mic and an umbrella, haha
Chaotic Knight - Dude, if this becomes popular for this week and people want to do another week of a creature sound theme down the road I'll def. take you up on that and talk with davi and foz... that would be cool of you.
March 25th, 2008 #6
brilliant fucking idea man
i love it
i'd love to do a creature sound... that would be fun. unfortunately this week i dont have time to do a creature design... i could pump out a sketch or two, but thats about it. im swamped at work.
anyway, great idea, wish i could get in on this one!
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so thats what Davi's mating call sounds like ;p
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awesome sound and concept! i was spoiled for creature designs whilst listening to it. though, i fear i havent any time this week. i hope this becomes a regular thing, though, i think it would definately encourage people to think outside the square
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Born in St. Francois County, Missouri, Roger W. Forsythe graduated with his Masters Degree in English from Southeast Missouri State University after having studied a semester with the University of London, Imperial College, researching the Romantic Age poet John Keats.
He has published three volumes of poetry, a chapter for the historical textbook, "Missouri: Our Civil War Heritage," and thirty-five compositions in regional literary journals.
The recipient of three Missouri Associated Press awards for excellence in feature writing, a "veteran" Union infantry Civil War re-enactor, a licensed trim carpenter, and a certified astrologer, he is an adjunct professor at Edison State College in Naples, Florida.
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Imagine if Greg Oden’s knee wasn’t a complete wreck. Imagine if Greg Oden was playing in Game 7 tonight for the Miami Heat and matching up with 7-2 Roy Hibbert. Imagine a mobile 7-foot Oden and Hibbert battling for 40 minutes with the world watching and a trip to the NBA Finals on the line.
Now imagine Greg Oden spending the Sunday before Game 7 in Columbus, Ohio shopping at the Easton Mall Victoria’s Secret.
The latter happened.
There was talk in January about Oden joining the Heat for rehab purposes, but it never happened, and the broken down former #1 NBA draft pick is stuck in Ohio posing for a photo at Victoria’s Secret with @HannahCarp_15.
This isn’t the first time Sad Greg Oden has been spotted at the lingerie store. You might remember this earlier this year when he seemed to be eyeballing the underwear.

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Abraham Kuyper: Modern Calvinist, Christian DemocratPaperback Library of Religious Biography
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Richard J. Mouw-- Fuller Theological Seminary"At last! This is what many of us have been waiting for -- a careful, detailed, and highly readable(!) biography of Kuyper in all of his human complexity. Jim Bratt has given us the comprehensive study of 'Father Abraham' that will serve English speakers for years to come."Nicholas Wolterstorff-- Yale University"Abraham Kuyper was such a titanic figure in the Netherlands during the late nineteenth and early twentieth century, such a volcano of prodigious energy and imagination in so many areas of life, that I have long assumed that his genius would elude capture by any biographer. James Bratt's biography, "Abraham Kuyper: Modern Calvinist, Christian Democrat", proves that I was mistaken. This is Kuyper -- not always likable, but always astounding. And it's a page-turner besides."Anthony B. Bradley-- The King's College, New York City"James Bratt has written what can only be called the definitive biography of Abraham Kuyper. With engrossing scholarship and style, Bratt provides indispensable reading for anyone interested in postindustrial Christian social thought. . . . Will undoubtedly become a classic."George Marsden-- University of Notre Dame"Bratt has done a marvelous job of setting Kuyper's multifaceted interests, activities, and ideas in their historical contexts. With wit and insight Bratt depicts Kuyper not only as a great man but also as a real person of his times, complete with faults and blind spots that Calvinists recognize as inevitable even among their saints."

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Tuesday, 20 March 2007
Four Years On - The War's Still Wrong!
On the fourth anniversary of the war on Iraq, Cardiff Respect pays tribute to the Iraqi people and pledges to continue to stand with them in struggle against the most brutal, savage and clear case of imperialist aggression in modern history.
The entire world now knows that the US and Britain's decision to invade Iraq was never and at no point motivated by the threat of weap ons of mass destruction.
Nor was it ever motivated by a desire to liberate the people of Iraq and introduce democracy to the region at the point of a gun.
Instead, four years of carnage in that country was unleashed and continues today for one reason and one reason only: OIL.
Iraq's vast oil reserves were and are the prize for a US ruling class worried about the encroachment on their economic hegemony posed by the emerging economies of China, India and the EU.
Their goal in the Middle East is to control the future supply of energy to these competing economies and in the process smash OPEC's stranglehold on oil prices.
But in the process of such a cold and clinical calculation a human catastrophe of biblical magnitude has been inflicted on the Iraqi people.
As if thirteen years of genocidal sanctions which accounted for the premature deaths of 2 million wasn't enough, four years of war and occupation have resulted in a further 650,000 being slaughtered, millions more seriously injured, millions made refugees, an entire country's infrastructure decimated, and the unleashing of sectarian violence on a massive scale.
Such crimes against humanity, committed by men who practice state-craft like gangsters, are the price the people of Iraq have been forced to pay to ensure that a superrich minority in the United States and Britain are able to maintain their obscene status and wealth.
And with George Bush and Tony Blair as their champions, this clique of oil executives, armaments manufacturers, and their superrich investors have seen this wealth grow exponentially.
But the power of money is as nothing when faced with the power of a risen people, and the people of Iraq, despite the huge odds and hardships they have and continue to face, continue to resist, attesting to their right to self determination with their lives and their liberty.
A rich man's war but a poor man's fight is the simple truth behind the war in Iraq.
It is a truth which dispels the mountain of propaganda employed by the establishment both here and in the US to beguile us into believing otherwise.
As such Cardiff Respect calls on both the American and British troops, the vast majority of whom are economic conscripts, to return to their own communities in their respective countries and join the struggle against their real enemy and the enemy of all working class people - the billionaires, the corporations and governments that govern on their behalf.
BRING THE TROOPS HOME NOW!