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The old Pilgrim Road to Pluscarden hugged the forested hillside north of the valley and swept round to the imposing North Gate of the Priory precincts. Today, however, the visitor leaves his car at the East Gate and walks up the drive until he suddenly beholds the majestic east gable of the Abbey Church across the lawns. From this approach it is possible to form a clear picture of the composition of the East Range of Pluscarden Abbey, which was clearly designed to make a strong impression on a visitor.
Dominating the whole group is the massive block of the central tower and the north and south transepts of the church, and to the east of these, the choir with its finely composed east window. Immediately south of the choir is the lower projection of the Lady Chapel which has the Prior's Chapel above it, and beyond this can be seen the long block of the domestic buildings, roofed in 1960, containing Chapter House, library, refectory and dormitories, and forming the east side of the cloister garth. This wing has been completely restored to full use in the daily life of the Abbey.
Walking round to the north of the buildings, the visitor today enters the Church by a doorway in the North Transept. In the original plan of the Abbey the west wall and doorway would have disappeared to allow uninterrupted passage between the Nave and the crossing of the Transepts and the visitor can see the foundation walls of the Nave running out across the grass to the west. It is unclear, however, if the Nave ever existed, at least above foundation level, and this part of the grand design in fact awaits the future for its full accomplishment. Meanwhile, a long, low, modern building accommodating the Parlours, marks the line of the South Aisle and of the north side of the cloister square.
Standing beneath the central tower with the north and south transepts to left and right of us, we can at once appreciate the scale and dignity of the Abbey building and at the same time the sheer physical problems of reconstruction that face the present-day community. It was only in 1960 that, by a generous gift, the transepts were roofed. Then came the gift of the stained glass windows in the north wall, in contemporary style, executed by Sadie McLellan of Glasgow. The great Rose Window in the north gable is sixteen feet in diameter and in the glass the theme is taken from the Book of Revelation (Ch. XII) - The Woman clothed with the Sun. This north wall of the transept is in fact a veritable wall of light, and the airiness of its conception has been compared with the masterly window constructions of York Minster.
Today the severity of grey stone surrounds us, but in the middle-ages the Priory Church must have blazed with colour from the windows and from the polychrome decorations upon the walls. Traces of 15th century fresco can in fact still be seen around the Chancel Arch which led originally from the transepts into the choir. It is perhaps difficult at first to decipher the designs, but on the north soffit the figure of St. John the Evangelist can be seen writing in a scroll with his symbolic eagle beside him, while possibly St. Andrew is identified by the prow of a boat and sail. In the centre of the arch, less clearly, the Sun, Moon and Stars recall the text of the Rose Window glass, while on the south soffit there may have been represented a Nativity. Examples of pre-Reformation fresco of this sort are extremely rarely found in Scotland. Across the Chancel Arch a light gallery has now been constructed and on it are emblazoned the arms of the eight secular families that owned Pluscarden between 1560 and 1943.
In order from left to right they are: 1-Seton; 2-Mackenzie of Kintail; 3-Mackenzie of Tarbat; 4-Sinclair Earl of Caithness; 5-Grant of Grant; 6-Duff of Braco; 7-Duff Earl of Fife; 9-Stuart Marquess of Bute. The Rood is early 20th Century Bavarian, carved, it is said, at Oberammergau. It was formerly in the Convent of the Anglican Sisters of the Holy Cross at Haywards Heath.
Architecturally, the North Transept is almost certainly 13th century work and is therefore probably one of the oldest parts of the Abbey. An extremely interesting comparison can be made between the plainness of the structure in this wing and the contrasting flamboyance of carving and architectural detail in the opposite South Transept, obviously rather later in date. This is particularly noticeable in the clerestory where the passage within the walls is carried past the windows in the South Transept by a series of archways of unique character. Structural alteration is plainly to be seen in the Chancel Arch which must originally have accommodated a rood-screen, and traces of a small staircase can still be seen.
The fill-in masonry that has reduced the original opening is obviously repair work instituted after the burning of the 1390's, but the remains of an older clustered column survive. On the walls of the Transepts six consecration crosses can be seen while beside the west door are carved the arms of George Learmonth, Prior preceding the last Prior designed to give access to the south aisle of the Nave.
Against the walls can be seen several memorial stones, the oldest of them dating from 1480 and bearing the name DOM, GUI, DE BYRNET, clearly a priest to judge from the carved representations of a chalice and missal. At the south west corner of the south aisle is the night-stair under which a curious little vaulted chamber has been found with three aumbries or cupboards within its walls.


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Global publics were asked whether the U.S. government's alleged monitoring of communications from individuals suspected of terrorist activities, American citizens, citizens of the survey countries or the leaders of the survey countries is acceptable or unacceptable. Explore individual country responses with this interactive.
There is widespread opposition to U.S. eavesdropping and fewer now say the U.S. respects the personal freedoms of its people, but America is still popular around the world.
While the U.S. continues to address the international fallout from the National Security Agency revelations, a new report from the Administrative Office of U.S. Courts reveals a different kind of wiretapping: a list of where federal and state judges have authorized law enforcement to listen to phone communications as part of criminal investigations throughout 2013.
Percentage of the public saying in January that Edward Snowden's leaks "served the public interest," compared with 43% who say the leaks "harmed the public interest."
Young adults are significantly more likely to support Edward Snowden and his leaking of classified details of government surveillance programs.
Just half have heard about Obama's changes and most who did say they won't increase privacy. Overall approval of the surveillance program has declined 10 points since July, from 50% to 40%.


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Gorgeous glamour model, Veronica Ricci, was a featured Spanked Sweeties earlier this year but here is an extra scene she shot with fetish model Ten Amorette playing her babysitter. Like many girls, Veronica was spanked by her babysitter when she was growing up. She describes it in her interview and then plays the scene with Ten.
Veronica is wearing what looks like a short dress over the top of some tiny little denim shorts. The short, tight shorts are quite a surprise under her dress so you can understand why Ten saves her hand and reaches for a wooden spatula to spank naughty Veronica with over her denim hotpants. But then finally the shorts and panties come down and Ten finishes off the punishment on Veronica's beautiful bottom…
Veronica is a professional glamour model but it's pleasing to see that she has a lovely full bottom that is very spankable indeed.
You can watch this scene, along with Veronica's other interviews and spanking scenes at Spanked Sweeties, and for plenty more from both Ten and Veronica and many more beautiful models take a look at Clare Fonda Pass!
There's actually another nice scene on Spanked Sweeties with Kat St James and Veronica Ricci at the moment where Kat re-enacts spankings that she and her sister used to get.


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Facts of Ultra Premium Rug Pad
We are often asked various questions about our award winning Ultra Premium Rug Pad and we are always happy to answer. Since Ultra Premium is unlike any other felt and rubber rug pad, customers are often quite impressed with the answers to their questions about the product. Here, we would like to offer some of those questions and answers for a better understanding of one of the most effective non slip rug pads available for all area rugs and floors.
Based on the success of our Ultra Premium Rug Pad, we receive so many questions throughout the year. We have assembled the most popular questions here, along with our answers, to give a better understanding of this non slip rug pad.
Why does Ultra Premium have a rough surface?
We intentionally manufacture Ultra Premium with a distinct rough texture within the felt surface so that it holds up to its non slip performance. All others contain a smoother surface, yet the texture within Ultra Premium is meant to grab and hold any area rug to the pad. If you sometimes see a rug with the edge of the pad showing underneath it, this is due to the fact that the rug shifts on the pad – The texture within Ultra Premium prevents this shifting and keeps your rug in place where it should be.
How is the felt of Ultra Premium attached to the rubber?
Unlike those pads that glue the rubber to the felt, Ultra Premium passes through a very intense heat pressing process exclusive to Rug Pad Corner, called RPC Heat Pressed. This means that intense heat is used to press the layer of rubber to the felt to make it one solid pad. Unfortunately, most others use a layer of glue or adhesive and this often results in odors and danger to the air. As a result of its heat pressing process, Ultra Premium does not smell, off-gas or stick to the floor.
How long will Ultra Premium last?
Great question – based on its high manufacturing standards and quality of materials, Ultra Premium is meant to be used and to last for around twenty years. It can actually last even longer than this, yet we do give it a realistic lifespan. During the twenty years, Ultra Premium can be normally used under various types of traffic, as that is what it is meant for.
Does Ultra Premium prevent slipping on all floors and is it safe for all floors?
Yes. Like within the felt surface, there is a very distinct texture within the lower rubber surface of the rug pad. This texture is meant to allow Ultra Premium to offer maximum non slip function, almost like that of a suction cup. And, since the rubber is just that and without any added treatments, it is completely safe for all floors; hardwood, laminate, tile, heated, concrete and all others.
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You may use a carpet knife or box cutter to slice through the rug pad if you need to without any negative affect to the pad itself. The cut edges will remain intact without the fraying or shedding of other rug pads.
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Is Ultra Premium safe for my floor?
We manufacture Ultra Premium so that it is safe to use on all types of floors. It does not contain the common adhesive or glue that are in other rug pads, so it is completely safe for use on all hardwood and hard surfaces.
Ultra Premium is a very unique rug pad that is made without cutting costs. Most other manufacturers cut production costs by adding inferior quality adhesive and glue to their rug pads. The facts of Ultra Premium show that it is one of the only genuine American-made rug pads that will perform and protect for many years.


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This summer, my 12-year-old played four or more hours of baseball including fitness training every day. During this stretch, he developed a new interest in building muscle and spent a lot of time admiring his developing six-pack abs. He argued that he needed extra protein to fuel his workouts and build his muscles, and proposed buying protein powders like the ones advertised on ESPN. I agreed with him that his body required more nutrients during this period of intensified training than it would on a lazy summer day, but I disagreed that the solution was a chemical protein powder.
How much protein do kids really need?
•34 grams for 13-year-old children
•46 grams for girls ages 14 to 18
•52 grams for boys ages 14 to 18
Some protein powders provide 80 grams of protein per serving. This is considerably more than a growing child needs in one day, let alone in one serving.
Imagine what that child might eat in one day: An ideal breakfast might be a cup of whole yogurt with fruit and granola (10 grams of protein); lunch could be a cup of bean chili with a sliced avocado (18 grams of protein), followed by dinner of three ounces of chicken, one cup of brown rice and a serving of green beans (30 grams of protein). That child just consumed 58 grams of whole-food protein so he surely doesn't need to supplement his diet with a processed powder.
Yet, what if — like my son — your child wants to build extra muscle?
Barbara Lewin, a dietitian and sports nutritionist who has worked with professional and Olympic athletes, explains, "To add one pound of muscle, the body needs a additional 10 grams to 14 grams of protein per day." That's what comes in one cup of plain, whole yogurt or 2 fried eggs. If your child is already eating three balanced meals and perhaps a nutritious snack, he might already be getting those extra grams.
Protein powders therefore seem unwarranted, especially when too much protein can have the undesirable affect of stressing the kidneys and liver and possibly interfering in the body's ability to absorb calcium. To boot, excess protein is often converted into fat instead of transforming into muscle mass. One study has also shown that as protein intake increases, so does a body's need for water, so if your children are increasing their daily protein, be sure they drink more water.
Varieties of protein powders
Protein powders can be made from different ingredients; the most common are whey, casein, soy, pea, rice and hemp. Each variety carries its own pros and cons. For instance, whey is a complete protein that is easily digested and absorbed into the bloodstream. Whey protein concentrate is preferable to whey protein isolate. Yet, whey and casein proteins are both derived from dairy so people who are lactose intolerant may have a difficult time digesting them. Soy is a potential allergen and a majority of the soy in the United States has been genetically modified, which can be a health concern. Pea, rice and hemp are not complete proteins so are best used to supplement other sources of whole-food protein instead of as a meal replacement.
The downside of protein powders
Nothing is wrong with supplementing a balanced diet with the occasional smoothie that includes a scoop of protein powder. The danger arises when someone, especially a growing youth, uses these powders instead of eating enough whole foods.
Additional risks emerge when a teen consumes large volumes of these processed powders. Many are loaded with sugar and unhealthful ingredients such as artificial flavorings, artificial sweeteners, untested herbs, antibiotics, and heavy metals. Many are not even regulated by the FDA. Both Consumer Reports and ConsumerLab.com have conducted independent tests uncovering that many brands contain toxic chemicals and other undisclosed ingredients, while other brands were found guilty of exaggerating the amount of nutrients they supply.
Choosing a protein powder
When buying a protein powder, look for these characteristics:
• Few ingredients and additives. The ideal protein powder would include just the main protein source and nothing else. In other words, a whey protein powder would include whey protein concentrate as the sole ingredient, and a pea protein powder would list peas as the only ingredient. Also, don't fall for sales gimmicks that advertise extra vitamins, super foods or probiotics in a powder. Chances are the small amounts of these added benefits render them ineffective.


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You've finished your practicum and gotten some clinical hours and experience. You've even completed that hard-earned degree. Now the fun begins! How can you make the best of this intern status?
It may not seem like this part of your professional development is the best part of your career but you might be surprised at how many benefits there are to being an intern. In my humble opinion, good supervision can make the biggest difference in how much you can grow during this intern season.
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U.S. Border Patrol agents in Jamul discovered 30 illegal immigrants hiding underneath the floor in a semi-truck Thursday.
Agents held three immigrants as witnesses and arrested two men accused of human smuggling.
An inspection at a U.S. Border Patrol checkpoint around 10:15 a.m. found the driver didn't have a commercial license and the passenger didn't have legal papers.
A second inspection revealed 30 illegal immigrants, including one child, inside a compartment hidden by furniture in the back of the truck, accessible by a trap door.
Border Patrol agent Mark Endicott declined to release the names of the suspected smugglers. He says the driver is a Mexican citizen who had a border-crossing card to legally enter the United States.


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Charter of the French Language – When is it too much?
Some are pushing for stronger rules regarding the Charter of the French Language. They want to stop all young people from attending English CEGEP and University. Why force young people to speak only in French? English is also important. Knowing English opens up business opportunities, assures better financial security and so on. Why would any parent or government willingly want to hold the next generation back? As far as I'm concerned all Quebecers should be bilingual.
I attended French elementary school and high school. I have a French name. I was raised in a world that was constantly trying to make me a "French Quebecois", who didn't respect my Métis roots. I learned in class that Louis Riel was a bad person with serious mental issues. I learned in class that Métis are uneducated and a minority to be ignored. If that's not enough, we do not learn much English in class. Most of my English teacher barely understood the language themselves. My best friend was bullied for having an English accent. Her mother was English and her Father was French. They both felt it was important for their children to attend French elementary school and high school so they would master the language.
When speaking with the high school counsellor, I was told that there were no English schools in the Montreal area, which is a blatant lie and only solidified my decision to attend an English CEGEP. Young people should have access and the right to attend anglophone CEGEP and University. It opens doors. I did so and I would recommend it to everyone.
The idea that "francisation" is not only about learning French, but also about integrating culturally with the Francophone historical majority is colonialism 101. Some fear that the French culture is disappearing and laws should be applied to protect it and force everyone to adhere to it whether they want to or not. As a Métis woman, I find that incredibly ironic that you would use that particular excuse to force my child to go to French schools and try to assimilate them into the "French Quebecois" culture.
I will fight for my child's right to choose the future that she wants and I won't back down.


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+-50×75 Feet Residential Lot at Westlake Park, 8 Miles from Belize City, Belize District!
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Description Residential
Size of lot +-50×75 feet
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Note Title is in process at Ministry of Natural Resources. Owner will sell free and clear title, as is, where is, transferrable title
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The property is approximately +50×75 feet lot situated in Westlake Park off Mile 8 on the George Price Highway (Western Highway). It sits about 3 streets to the back of the development and has road access and electricity. The area is developing with various middle end income homes.
The lot will require filling as it is undeveloped. There is a semi completed home adjacent to the property and few other homes very close to the area. There are stores in Westlake Park and Belize City is only 8 Miles or a short 15 minute drive. The lot is priced at fair market value and the vendor would consider a serious offer.
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Looking for photography classes in Fredericksburg TX? No matter if you are a beginner, hobbyist, or professional, the most effective way to improve your photography abilities is through hands-on training with skilled instructors.
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Nina was doing an internship in Prague over the summer and came back for a visit this weekend. First we went to Sapa a Vietnamese market in the southern part of Prague.
We went there for lunch and to do some food shopping for the nights dinner. I was about the only one you didn t know any Asian. At the table here is from the left; Rie from Japan, Petra a Czech who is on her way to do a PhD in Japanese/Korean collaboration in Tokyo, Dominic a British journalist who has lived in Vietnam, Nina from Germany who is taking Japanese lessons, Christoph a German/American who has lived in Japan and speaks Japanese and finally Sue from Korea.
Sapa is a fascinating place. It started out in some old abandoned warehouses and has grown into a community with kindergarten, hairdressers, travel agencies, insurance companies and of course shops that sells (copies of) clothes, toys and crap.
Saturday ended with a nice Japanese dinner by Rie and Sue and some beautiful flower tea.


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Good stories come from the main character's voice and thoughts NOT from the writer.
Here are a few things you can do to find out who your character really is and to get them talking.
Start with an interview.
Not the kind where you've got a list of questions you want answered. Just sit down with your character as though they're a stranger on the bus. Just chat. Ask them about the Spiderman tattoo on their arm. Or start with something simple, ask where they're headed. Let them talk. Don't force anything, and don't be too intrusive.
If your character doesn't want to talk to you, then approach her in a different way. Maybe your character will talk to her grandmother. Or her best friend. Or her stuffed animal. Maybe she'll talk to herself in the mirror, and you can hide out in the bathtub behind the curtain listening in and jotting down notes. (Does that sound creepy?) Do what you have to do to write your story. But get it from your character's point of view. Nobody wants to listen to you tell as story about some character.
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British climber who uses colostomy bag to lead Himalayan expedition
Mick Fowler, who was diagnosed with cancer in 2017, will begin his ascent of the mountain next month.
A British mountaineer who uses a colostomy bag will lead a high-altitude Himalayan expedition next month.
Mick Fowler, 62, will attempt to scale a 6,000m peak in the mountain range that has not been climbed before.
He was diagnosed with cancer of the anus in 2017 and now uses a colostomy bag after undergoing extensive treatment which included an ostomy – a procedure to redirect the bowel to an exit through an opening in the abdomen wall.
The diagnosis halted plans he had with climbing partner Vic Saunders to attempt a Himalayan expedition that year.
But the pair will now attempt to complete what will be the first major Himalayan expedition that is led by someone who uses a colostomy bag, according to a statement issued ahead of the trip.
Fowler said: "My cancer diagnosis was an unwelcome interruption to plans and there were times during my treatment when I doubted whether I would be able to return to the Himalaya.
"So I am looking forward to this trip with even more anticipation than usual."
Fowler, who lives in Derbyshire, will also find out how the colostomy bag performs at high altitude and in extreme weather conditions.
He added: "This trip involves the added dimension of me now being an ostomate and I am looking for a solution to the 'colostomy bag at altitude' conundrum which will help other mountaineers who need to use this kind of kit to continue their climbing adventures."
In 2016, the pair completed an ascent of the north face of Sersank, a mountain in the Indian Himalaya, almost 30 years after they last climbed together.
Their latest expedition will take place next month.


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As human beings, we are prone to become anxious and even distressed about events that may occur in the near future, which causes us to be constantly on the lookout for signs that may present even the slightest of clues about what is to come. The inevitable draw of an uncertain future has led millions to seek out tarot card readers, who assess the future and past of individuals through the drawing of a handful of tarot cards, each with distinct meanings. In the sections to follow, we will focus on the Sun Tarot card, as well as the various meanings associated with it.
For more information about tarot card readings, check out this course on your future in the cards.
Sun Tarot Description
Much like the commonly used metaphor comparing daylight to goodness and life, while attributing despair and death to nighttime, the Sun tarot card represents optimism and the better aspects of life. The Sun is one of the greatest symbolic representations of growth and life, providing the tools necessary for all living things to flourish. A series of images are present on the Sun Tarot card including a child riding on a white horse, a collection of sunflowers, a flowing orange banner, and the Sun itself. The child represents our inner most self, the truest representation of each individual's very essence. The young one appears naked, symbolizing the lack of secrets he has to hide, as well as the purity of childhood. His horse, which is presented without saddle or bridle, is said to be symbolic of the strength of the spirit, as well as its purity.
As the child rides upon the back of his noble steed, he grips an orange banner in his left hand, which is meant to be representative of taking action and the liveliness that is present throughout an individual's life. The Sun, presented behind the seen and appearing to overlook the world below, symbolizes the vivacity of life, as well as the need to accomplish and succeed. The sunflowers, four in number, placed atop a white wall behind the horse and child, are significant of the growth and opportunities available to those who seek them out. Each of the four sunflowers is seen to be representative of each of the four elements.
To learn more about the reading and interpreting of tarot cards and how you can do so on your own, take a look at this course on tarot explained through storytelling.
Upright Sun Tarot Card
When the Sun Tarot card is drawn upright, it symbolizes the abundance, radiance, and success that are bound to become present in your life in the near future, if they have not already appeared. This card also represents your lighter side that works like the sun to brighten up the lives of those around you. Focusing on the more internal aspects, the Sun tarot brings peace and happiness to every area of your life by assisting in helping you look towards the bright side and focus on the positivity that will come from unpleasant situations. Maintaining this positive mindset and adhering to the theories of the Sun tarot will work to get you through the toughest of times and, in addition, increase your strength time and time again. Like the sun, you shine on the lives of those you care about and radiate positive energy.
Right now, life seems to be going according to plan for you; your goals appear to be just out of your grasp, but soon may be within reach. The promise of inevitable success brings about a sense of peace and confidence within; the darkest days have passed and, with each passing day, the sun shines brighter and brighter. Your life is defined by enthusiasm and energy, persisting in the face of both adversity and opportunity. The Sun tarot card comes with a promise that hardships are going to fade away and be replaced by successes and victories. The obstacles that stood in the way of your path have been pushed to the side and joy is within sight.
For more information about the mechanisms that go into extracting meaning from tarot cards, check out this course on how to become a professional tarot reader from scratch.
Reversed Sun Tarot Card
Running predictably contrary to the interpretation of the Upright Sun Tarot card, drawing the Reversed Sun Tarot card signifies difficulty in finding the light within your life, as well as a great deal of perceived distance of success. Your life may have been thrown off track by some unforeseen setback and you are currently attempting to find your way back to the path. As a result of these unfortunate events, your optimism and usual pleasant nature may have been reduced to the point that looking for the good now requires a great deal more effort than previously, causing you to feel down or depressed, perhaps even a bit ignored or forgotten. However, despite the discouraging nature of this card, the Sun Tarot is not intended to be negative, so the pessimism that you may be feeling is only temporary and will pass as soon as you have jumped over the hurdles that happen to be blocking your path.
A secondary meaning associated with this specific card is the possibility that your life is filled with too much positivity, causing you to view situations with unrealistic optimism. Though optimism is typically seen in a positive light, possessing too much of this trait may cause problems when it is necessary to devise a practical solution to a serious issue. While assuming that everything will work itself out in the end usually works to put your mind at ease, it may also extend the difficulty longer than it would if you looked upon the issue as something to be actively dealt with immediately. This card may also represent your inclination to pursue goals that are too far out of reach and set yourself up for failure.
While professional tarot card readers can be sought out and pursued by those looking to take a look into their future, these visits tend to be rather pricy and may not always be the most reliable source of information. To learn about the ways in which you can teach yourself to become a master at the interpretation of tarot cards, take a look at this course on tarot reading for profit and this blog post on tarot card spreads to tell your fortune.


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Olympic medalist joins "Dancing with the Stars"
12-time Olympic medalist Ryan Lochte has officially been revealed to be one of the celebrity contestants to appear on the 23rd season of "Dancing with the Stars." Lochte, who just finished his last run at the 2016 Rio Games, grabbed a gold medal in the men's freestyle relay at Rio this summer. But before returning home, he made another splash in newspaper headlines that wasn't as worthy to write home about.
As the games came to an end, Lochte and a few of his teammates stirred up some trouble on a night out on the town that ended with a vandalized bathroom, the group being held at gunpoint and detainment by authorities. Further investigations concluded the stories given from Lochte and his teammates had been greatly exaggerated.
Authorities in Rio declared a press conference over allegedly fabricated reports, which resulted in Lochte losing four sponsor deals and gaining bad publicity.
Before announcing his position on the reality show, Lochte again apologized for the incident he caused in Rio, and he urges America to move on from the subject.
Nevertheless, some wonder if he's using this opportunity to regain the trust of America and his teammates and rebuild his now tarnished reputation.
A few students on Union campus are unaware of this development. Alyssa Luna, a sophomore biomedical science major, seemed confused when asked how she felt about the situation. "If he's going to be on the show then why not? He still messed up and this probably won't change it that much," she shares.
Lochte's appearance on "Dancing with the Stars" is putting him back into the public, but in a new limelight. There's no room for errors or goofing off, and if he can play his cards right, he might even be able to come back looking even better than before.
With this new opportunity to redevelop a positive image for himself, he might have the chance to put all the rumors behind him.
Caroline Guchu is a sophomore studying communication.


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Friday, April 28, 2017
Gratitude for the Smallest Blessings
The struggle ends when the gratitude begins.
- Neale Donald Walsch
The thankful receiver bears a plentiful harvest.
- William Blake
Develop an attitude of gratitude,
and give thanks for everything that happens to you,
knowing that every step forward
is a step toward achieving something bigger
and better than your current situation.
- Brian Tracy
Have Gratitude for the Smallest Blessings,
for the crust of bread and the cool drink of water.
- Jonathan Lockwood Huie
The way to happiness is what I call Zero-Based Gratitude.
Each day be happy and grateful for what you have,
independent of yesterday and of other people.
- Jonathan Lockwood Huie
Read more about Zero-Based Gratitude
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"Why is it that nobody understands me, yet everybody likes me?"
- Albert Einstein -
Starring Geoffrey Rush as Albert Einstein,
10-Episode Series Hails From Fox 21 Television Studios and Imagine Television and Is Executive Produced by Academy Award Winners Brian Grazer and Ron Howard;
Premieres Tuesday, April 25, at 9/8c
Supporting Cast Includes Emily Watson, Johnny Flynn, Samantha Colley,
T.R. Knight, Seth Gabel and Vincent Kartheiser
(WASHINGTON, D.C. - March 14, 2017) Though his scientific endeavors continue to inspire awe, few know the entire story of the tumultuous private life of the 20th century's most brilliant icon, Albert Einstein.
Premiering Tuesday, April 25, at 9/8c, National Geographic's new 10-part global event series, GENIUS - the network's first scripted series - reveals how Albert became Einstein, exploring his extraordinary professional achievements along with his volatile, passionate and complex personal relationships.
From Fox 21 Television Studios, whose recent "The People v. O.J. Simpson: American Crime Story" dominated every awards contest and critics' list; Imagine Television, the producer of "24" and "Friday Night Lights"; and OddLot Entertainment, which earlier this year produced the Academy Award(R)- nominated film "Hell or High Water," the series is based on Walter Isaacson's book "Einstein: His Life and Universe" and is executive produced by Brian Grazer, Ron Howard and Gigi Pritzker, with Howard making his scripted television directorial debut with the first episode.
Featuring Einstein's lovers, enemies and fellow scientific luminaries, the all-star cast includes Geoffrey Rush ("The Kings Speech," "Pirates of the Caribbean," "Shine") as the celebrated titular scientist, Johnny Flynn ("Clouds of Sils Maria," "Song One," "Lovesick") as Albert in the years before he rose to international acclaim and Emily Watson ("Theory of Everything," "The Book Thief") as his second wife - and first cousin - Elsa Einstein.
GENIUS tracks Einstein's rise from humble origins as an imaginative, rebellious thinker, through his struggles to be recognized by the establishment, to his global celebrity status as the man who unlocked the mysteries of the cosmos with his theory of relativity. Delving deeper, the series follows Einstein's alternately exhilarating emotions and heartlessness in dealing with his closest personal relationships, including his children, his two wives and the various women with whom he cheats on them.
The series is set against an era of global unrest over the course of two world wars. Faced with rising anti-Semitism in Europe, surveillance by spies and the potential for atomic annihilation, Einstein struggles as a husband and a father, not to mention as a man of principle, even as his own life is put in danger.
"I have no special talents, I am only passionately curious."
The series begins in Einstein's (Flynn) teenage years, when he opposes his father and drops out of school in Germany to go to university in Switzerland. His love of women and passion for theoretical physics blossom after he breaks the heart of his first love, Marie Winteler (Shannon Tarbet, "A Promise," "Virtuoso"), to pursue his mysterious and elusive fellow physics student Mileva Maric (Samantha Colley, "Victoria," "The Crucible"). Their whirlwind romance puts them at odds with teachers and leads to an unexpected pregnancy, forcing both to set aside grand dreams and Einstein to take a mundane job as a patent clerk at the urging of his close friend Michele Besso (Seth Gabel, "Salem," "Fringe"). Striving in earnest to break into the scientific establishment, Einstein publishes five original papers in one year, catching the eye of many, including the scientist who will go on to become his fiercest adversary, Dr. Philipp Lenard (Michael McElhatton, "Game of Thrones").
As World War I looms and his marriage begins to crumble, Einstein throws himself into an affair with his first cousin Elsa. Shifting global politics draw him into increasingly politicized scientific circles, causing friction with friends and fellow scientists like Fritz Haber (Richard Topol, "Covert Affairs," "Elementary") and Max Planck (Ralph Brown, "Alien 3," "TURN: Washington's Spies"). Taking a moral stand, Einstein refuses to support Germany's war effort. When war descends and borders are shut down, he is prevented from going to his sons in Switzerland when they need him most.
"I never think of the future. It comes soon enough."
Einstein's (Rush) fortunes rise after the war when relativity is proved right. On the verge of becoming an overnight celebrity, Elsa (Watson) demands he marry her to avoid the scandal such scrutiny will bring. Fighting with Mileva for a divorce, Einstein also has to contend with the roller coaster of fame. After a tense interview with consulate official Raymond Geist (Vincent Kartheiser, "Mad Men," "Saints & Strangers"), he eventually escapes a rising tide of anti-Semitism and seeks sanctuary in the United States as an immigrant.
Living and teaching in Princeton, New Jersey, Einstein continues to be besieged on all sides. His fractious relationship with his children and grandchildren weighs on him, he ends up in bed with Russian spy Margarita Konenkova (Ania Bukstein, "Game of Thrones") and he must cope with J. Edgar Hoover's (T.R. Knight, "Grey's Anatomy") personal vendetta to bring him down. He also faces possibly his biggest challenge ever: the pressure to set aside his lifelong pacifism in the hopes of stopping Hitler's conquest of Europe. While his journey is far from easy, Einstein still manages to find hope and inspiration before his death, in the form of a young girl learning to understand the world. As Einstein famously said, "The important thing is not to stop questioning. Curiosity has its own reason for existing."
Filmed in Prague, Czech Republic, where Einstein lived and taught early in his career, the series also features a raft of scientific superstars from the turn of the 20th century, including Marie and Pierre Curie, Wilhelm Rontgen, Carl Jung, Werner Heisenberg and more. GENIUS premieres globally in April on National Geographic in 171 countries and 45 languages.
GENIUS is executive produced by Imagine's Brian Grazer, Ron Howard and Francie Calfo, and co-produced by Anna Culp; showrunner, executive producer and writer is Ken Biller. From OddLot Entertainment, Gigi Pritzker and Rachel Shane are executive producers and Melissa Rucker is co-producer. Sam Sokolow and Jeff Cooney from EUE/Sokolow are also executive producers. Writer Noah Pink, who adapted the series for the screen, is co-executive producer. For National Geographic, Carolyn G. Bernstein is executive vice president and head of global scripted development and production. The series is produced by Fox 21 Television Studios, Imagine Television and OddLot Entertainment.
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National Geographic Partners LLC (NGP), a joint venture between National Geographic and 21st Century Fox, is committed to bringing the world premium science, adventure and exploration content across an unrivaled portfolio of media assets. NGP combines the global National Geographic television channels (National Geographic Channel, Nat Geo WILD, Nat Geo MUNDO, Nat Geo PEOPLE) with National Geographic's media and consumer-oriented assets, including National Geographic magazines; National Geographic studios; related digital and social media platforms; books; maps; children's media; and ancillary activities that include travel, global experiences and events, archival sales, licensing and e-commerce businesses. Furthering knowledge and understanding of our world has been the core purpose of National Geographic for 128 years, and now we are committed to going deeper, pushing boundaries, going further for our consumers ... and reaching over 730 million people around the world in 171 countries and 45 languages every month as we do it. NGP returns 27 percent of our proceeds to the nonprofit National Geographic Society to fund work in the areas of science, exploration, conservation and education. For more information visit natgeotv.com or nationalgeographic.com, or find us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Google+, YouTube, LinkedIn and Pinterest.
About Fox 21 Television Studios:
Fox 21 Television Studios is a production unit housed within Fox Television Group devoted to making creatively ambitious scripted and unscripted series for all distribution platforms. Fox 21 Television Studios is responsible for the for the Emmy- and Golden Globe-winning sensation from Ryan Murphy, Nina Jacobson and Brad Simpson "The People v. O.J. Simpson: American Crime Story" (with FX Productions); the Emmy- and Golden Globe-winning "Homeland," starring Claire Danes and Mandy Patinkin; the critically acclaimed "The Americans" (with FX Productions) starring Matthew Rhys and Keri Russell; "Dice," from Scot Armstrong, Sean Furst, Bryan Furst, Richard Shepard, Bruce Rubenstein and Andrew Dice Clay; "Queen of the South," executive produced by David T. Friendly and Natalie Chaidez; and "Chance" from Kem Nunn, Alexandra Cunningham, Lenny Abrahamson, Michael London, and Brian Grazer. Upcoming series include Genius (with Imagine, OddLot Entertainment and EUE/Sokolow) from Ron Howard, Brian Grazer, Francie Calfo, Gigi Pritzker, Rachel Shane, Sam Sokolow, Jeff Cooney, Ken Biller and Noah Pink; "Seven Seconds" from Veena Sud; and Ryan Murphy's latest anthology, "FEUD: Bette and Joan," starring Oscar winners Jessica Lange and Susan Sarandon.
About Imagine Entertainment:
Imagine Entertainment was founded in 1986 by Ron Howard and Brian Grazer to create independently produced feature films, television programs and other original programming. Imagine Entertainment has been honored with more than 60 prestigious awards including 10 Academy Awards and 42 Emmy awards. Past productions include the Academy Award Best Picture winner "A Beautiful Mind," as well as Grammy Award Best Film winner "The Beatles: Eight Days a Week - The Touring Years." Additional films include "Get on Up," "Rush," "J. Edgar," "Frost/Nixon," "American Gangster," "The Da Vinci Code," "Apollo 13," "8 Mile," "Liar, Liar," "Backdraft" and "Parenthood," to name a few. Upcoming films include "Lowriders," "The Dark Tower" and "American Made." Television productions include Fox's "Empire" and "24" franchise, Nat Geo's MARS and Breakthrough, NBC's "Parenthood" and "Friday Night Lights," Fox's and Netflix's "Arrested Development," and HBO's "From the Earth to the Moon," for which Howard and Grazer won the Emmy for Outstanding Mini-Series. Upcoming television productions include Fox's "Shots Fired" and Nat Geo's Genius. Ron Howard and Brian Grazer began their collaboration in 1985 with the hit comedies "Night Shift" and "Splash," and continue to run Imagine Entertainment as chairmen.
About OddLot Entertainment:
Founded in 2001 by producer Gigi Pritzker, OddLot Entertainment is a film and television production company that develops, produces, finances and arranges distribution for quality commercial properties for the U.S. and international markets. OddLot teams with first-class filmmakers and provides them with resources that go far beyond equity investment to produce a range of high-quality films. Most recently, OddLot produced the Academy Award-nominated film "Hell or High Water," written by Taylor Sheridan and starring Jeff Bridges, Chris Pine and Ben Foster, for CBS Films. OddLot's past releases include the 2010 Academy Award-nominated drama "Rabbit Hole," starring Nicole Kidman; "The Way Way Back," starring Steve Carell; "Drive," starring Ryan Gosling; the futuristic sci-fi film "Ender's Game;" and Jon Stewart's directorial debut, "Rosewater." OddLot CEO Gigi Pritzker is part of a consortium that launched the film studio STX Entertainment founded by producer Robert Simonds. OddLot has a preferential co-producing, financing and development deal with STX. The company is based in Los Angeles, California, and is a subsidiary of Madison Wells Media, a diversified premium content company.


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I finally scheduled an appointment last year, told her I'd been researching and thought I had rosacea. I wanted medicine so I could stop feeling so self-conscious. You see, I don't have a bad case, so it's not like I need to hide. It's just the bumps are noticeable – especially when I have 'flare' ups. She assumed me that the medicine would work and sent me on my way. But, it didn't.
Time passed and I didn't schedule another appointment with her because what was the point? She hadn't helped me and I felt frustrated. I mean, I'm tired of going to the doctors and something not working. As a side note, I'd been to the gynecologist about 4 times and still, nothing improved, so I guess I had the same mentality.
Not to mention, between the visit and medicine, it was about $200! I couldn't afford to go again, so I tried to treat it on my own, but it didn't exactly work.
I am going to schedule another appointment, but it will be with a different doctor. Before I go, I'm going to order medicine called Rosarid. If it doesn't work, I'll just go. It's annoying because there are days when I look at myself face and think, gosh I look ugly and then there are others where I'm like….'damn, I'm beautiful.' But, all in all, I'd just like to see myself and say, "you are a very pretty girl with the rosacea and all!"
Also, I guess I hadn't fully grasped the fact that certain foods can make you flare up. According to rosacea.org, if you have rosacea, be sure to stay away from the following foods:
- Liver
- Yogurt
- Sour cream
- Cheese (except cottage cheese)
- Chocolate
- Vanilla
- Soy sauce
- Yeast extract (bread is OK)
- Vinegar
- Eggplant
- Avocados
- Spinach
- Broad-leaf beans and pods,
including lima, navy or pea
- Citrus fruits, tomatoes, bananas,
red plums, raisins or figs
- Spicy and thermally hot foods
- Foods high in histamine
Additionally, I didn't know you could also 'flare' up when you work out. So, be cautious of that as well. You shouldn't be afraid to YOU. Don't hide because of this condition. I mean, you won't feel confident all the time, but who does? You just have to be extra cautious. It could be worse though too, so don't feel sorry for yourself!
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Tomahawk Steak/
The first time I was exposed to the tomahawk steak was when I was watching the Food Network. It was a cooking competition show called Knife Fight. The premise of the show is two chefs cook as many dishes as they can with a mystery ingredient in an hour. This particular episode's mystery ingredient was a side of beef; one chef cut his own tomahawk steak and when I saw it, I was honestly intimidated by the thing. It looked something that our primitive ancestors would have eaten and thought I would never, ever cook it... And realistically when would I ever? It's not like they are readily available at the local grocery store!
So it was a surprise to me when I walked into my local butcher shop (Halendas) and staring me in the face was my most feared cut of beef. The shear size of it is intimidating! This isn't your everyday New York Strip steak, this thing needs time, love, and care.
Cooking any meat on the bone is tricky to do well. One of the reasons why the t-bone steak is notoriously hard to cook well is because of the bone. This steak isn't any different because it's attached to a full rib. Oh and you know it's massively thick. The cut comes from the ribs and because of that has a lot of fat. It's hard to render all that fat and cook it to medium well, but not impossible. The thing just looks like it will clobber you.
I served it with horseradish collard greens, and grilled lemon. The meat is very rich because of the fat so I wanted something that would counter that richness and the bitterness and acidity that came from those dishes was welcomed. I would really recommend cooking this steak if you ever get the chance to. Don't be hesitant, just go do it! This steak served three but it could have easily fed four.
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Before you season or cook the steak make sure that you take it out of the fridge at least 20 min before you cook it. This allows time for the steak to relax and will cook more evenly, as well as, caramelize better. Season generously with salt and pepper on all side, including the edges. While you let the steak marinate for 10-15 min, preheat your BBQ on high heat. You want it to be REALLY hot. Once your BBQ is up to temperature sear the steak on all side, including the edges. Turn your BBQ to medium heat and cook for another 15-20min or until it is your desired doneness. I wouldn't recommend eating this steak rare, only because there is so much fat that you'll want to render that out. Raw fat is disgusting and you don't want to eat it. Trust me.


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Six days on from the attacks in Paris which saw 129 people killed, France remains in a 'state of emergency'. From holding minute silences to decorating the Place de la République with flowers and commemorations, many Parisians are still coming to terms with what happened.
Roar spoke to two students on both sides of the channel to find out how the attacks impacted them and what happens next.
Giulia is a 2nd year King's student studying International Relations and currently doing her year abroad at Sciences-Po in Paris. When the attacks happened she was with friends in the Latin Quarter, across the river from Bataclan.
"We panicked. We started running to my flat. It felt as though the whole city was in danger. There were sirens, police cars and helicopters everywhere and the journey seemed endless.
I stayed up all night, watching the news come in. We were messaging and calling our friends. I was lucky because I was far away from the area under attack, but it could easily have been me. Squeezed up in my tiny room it was one of the longest nights of my life.
The next day, Paris was very quiet, many shops and cafés were closed. Every time a siren went off, I would jump. It was very tense. However, by Sunday, people were beginning to return to the streets.
Going back to university on Monday was a great relief, a return to normality. But even here there were problems. After the minute's silence, someone had left their bag unattended. The whole university was evacuated, and we were all on edge.
The response from King's was prompt and overwhelmingly thoughtful. Professor Theo Farrell emailed me from the War Studies department on Saturday to make sure I was safe.
I am still coming to terms with what has happened. Many people have asked me but I would never leave Paris. It will take time for normality to return but it is important that we do not give into fear. Nobody can turn off the city of lights."
Apolline is a 2nd year King's student studying Political Economy in London. She has lived in Paris all her life. When the attacks happened she was having dinner with a French friend.
"I started crying as I left my friend's house. Once in my bedroom, I became hysterical. I stopped being able to move, breathe or speak properly. I had no news from my friends and family. I could only watch a monstrosity unfold in my beloved city. It was difficult because I was safe but my city was not. It felt like the whole French people were targeted.
During the night and the next day, I reached my loved ones. I went to the vigil in Trafalgar Square and was overwhelmed by the solidarity that was shown with my city. The emails from King's showed me that the entire community was behind us. I went to mark the minute silence at Strand to show how grateful I was for this support.
I am so thankful that everyone I know is safe. But I am still grieving the losses of those that I didn't know. It will take time for me to recover. My heart goes out to those who have been caught in the middle of this bloodbath and mess. I cannot understand how much pain they must feel, because I am in pieces.
I am so proud of how my city has reacted, showing so much courage. It is essential that Parisians don't stop following their dreams, or they will stop living."


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Any history of Catholic thought, and the rise of Western culture, has to mention the turning point in the conversion story of Aurelius Augustinus.
During a time of inner torment, the young man from North Africa withdrew into a garden. As Pope Benedict XVI told the story in 2008, he "suddenly heard a child's voice chanting a rhyme never heard before: tolle, lege, tolle, lege -- pick up and read, pick up and read. He … returned to the Pauline codex that he had recently read, opened it, and his glance fell on the passage of the Epistle to the Romans where the Apostle exhorts to abandon the works of the flesh and to be clothed with Christ."
The man who became St. Augustine picked up that book and, thus, he "changed himself and changed our world," said journalist Peggy Noonan, in her May 13 commencement address at the Catholic University of America.
That was the punch line in her urgent appeal for the graduates to grasp that there is much more to life than the fleeting contents of the glowing, omnipresent screens that dominate their days and nights.
Instead, the winner of the 2017 Pulitzer Prize for commentary urged them to "embark on a lifelong relationship with a faithful companion who will always help you and sometimes delight you -- who will never desert you, who will make you smarter, and wiser, who will always be by your side and enlighten you all the days of your life.
"I am talking about -- books. You must not stop reading books. That's all. If you seek a happy and interesting life, one of depth, meaning and accomplishment, you must read books."
Noonan said she certainly couldn't tell her own story without referencing one book after another, from biographies she read as a child to "Saints for Sinners: Nine Desolate Souls Made Strong by God," which as an adult "helped me understand that I was a Catholic and believed it all." Her love of history, which helped shaped her speechwriting for presidents Ronald Reagan and George H.W. Bush, came from shelves of books.
The closest Noonan came to talking politics -- she made only two passing references to the current president -- was to note the degree to which the story of 2016 was told by journalists raised in cyberspace.


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Whether you plan to spend a couple of weeks in Manila or just a few days before your official beach stop, I truly recommend a visit to Manila's Intramuros. Touring around Intramuros introduced me to things about my culture I never knew about. I didn't grow up with any Filipino friends, my parents didn't teach me Tagalog, and so prior to my 3 month stay in the Philippines, I knew almost nothing of the history. Intramuros is a great introduction to what the Philippines is about.
Intramuros is latin for within the walls which is exactly what it is. A city within the walls. It is the oldest district in Manila. Many have occupied, even briefly, but is was the Spanish who started constructing the city in the 1500s. Back in those days only the Spanish, the Mestizos and the wealthy were allowed within the walls. Spanish rule ended in 1898 and was in turn was occupied by the U.S. In 1945 during the war most of the buildings in Intramuros were destroyed. Until 1979 the city wasn't preserved properly but the city is now doing the best it can to take care of what is left. So now, come explore with me through my pictures on a day around Intramuros. WARNING: POST IS PICTURE HEAVY AND WILL BE DIVIDED INTO PARTS.
It wasn't till planning my trip back to the Philippines that I heard of Intramuros. I couldn't believe it. It's probably one of the most important landmarks in the city. I was young visiting in 2007 and hadn't even realized I stepped foot inside. We didn't visit the old Spanish buildings or churches, but instead was volunteering at an orphanage for children with needs. All this beauty was just around the corner but no one told me!
Part I
Starting the day early our driver dropped us (my mom and I) in front of the Manila Cathedral pictures above. We went inside really quickly despite the fact my outfit wasn't considered Church appropriate (didn't plan the Church part before hand). The outside is beautiful and located on Plaza de Roma where you can find space to either park your car, or begin your walk inside Intramuros. We were approached by a man in a bright yellow plaid shirt and we decided to take his offer and have him tour us around. We got on his kalesa and he began with the history of Intramuros.
Our first stop was San Agustin Church. It's adjacent to the San Agustin Museum which you can enter for a fee but we didn't go in either. It looked closed when we got there. I tried opening those huge doors with no luck. There's a large parking lot here. It's on the UNESCO World Heritage list as one of Philippines "Baroque Churches".
In the picture above, you can see directly across the street is where you can enter a collection of courtyards and houses replicating what you would have seen in Intramuros in the 18th century. Here you can find restaurants, cafes, original souvenir shops (not the tacky kind), a hotel and a museum. The museum, Casa Manila, costs a little extra and I didn't find the time to go inside. But roaming the courtyards with its fountains and climbing old staircases is free and so photogenic. If you chose a Segway or bike tour the starting point is here. My family took the Segway tour and enjoyed it – but me, I still prefer a kalesa.
All this as you enter. The stairs lead up to a restaurant which is often rented out for weddings. This is an example (and the location) of what an old Spanish colonial house were to look like. Where the restaurant is located now is where the sala (foyer/entrance) used to be. And walking through to the courtyard is where the residents would park their kalesa's.
You then enter into another courtyard that leads to the White Knight Hotel. Since seeing the hotel I've been curious about what it's like to stay the night. Our guide was walking us through all of this. This would be my dream courtyard! My mom told me my Abuelita once owned a house not to far from here with this same beautiful style of courtyard and stairs. But during the war the Japanese kicked them out and burned the house once the war was over. I still need to ask my grandma if she has pictures of it because I am dying to see them!
Climbing up and over stairs, underneath little arches and through courtyards with wells and water fountains. Inside an old Spanish building. I loved it. Parts of this structure remained intact after the war and you can feel the history through these walls. We walked down into another courtyard as the sun was starting to come out. The entrance to Casa Manila is here and you can see parts of it through the windows that were open in this courtyard.
Our kalesa driver met up with us and took us past the church along the old walls. Intramuros was once surrounded by a moat but after the Americans took over they turned it into a golf course.
Along the wall our guide pointed out bullet holes from battles years ago. The sun was high up at this point, I was still a little hung over from the night before, and I remember feeling faint. Thankfully they were selling cold bottled water close by which basically saved me. We continued on around the corner and stopped for a quick photo of Baluarte de San Diego which holds the remains of the first stone fort built-in Manila. There is an entrance fee and from what I can see outside – there are beautiful lush gardens. I told myself I was going to come back this way after the tour.
Intramuros is still a functioning little district of Manila. There are several schools and office buildings. We stopped for a while walking up to a view from Baluarte de San Francisco de Dilao. It must have been lunch break because students were streaming into the streets. Interesting mixture of kalesa's, cars, guards in old uniforms riding motorcycles and lots of people. There were a bunch of street food stalls along this side of the wall. The other side is definitely much quieter.
After making our way through a thick crowd we came upon my favorite abandoned building. Intendencia. There are plans to restore this building but for now, it looks as if the jungle is taking it back for themselves. Our guide told us they film movies inside. Across the street is the Pasig River. The other side of his building is restored but I prefer the cryptic look of this side.
From here we crossed a somewhat busy street to Fort Santiago. Our guide agreed to give us a tour of this area as well. He was so nice and reminded me a lot of my Lolo! The first thing you see when you enter is a huge plaza called Plaza Moriones. Along the side are old abandoned houses/buildings. As well as different style kalesa's you can hire to take you around the plaza (which is huge by the way). Click Here to read Part II of A Tourist in Intramuros.
Have you explored Intramuros before? What do you think of this old city within the walls? I would love to hear what you think in the comments below! Or simply "Like" the post .


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Fox News recently interviewed Dr. Wolfgang Wodarg, a leading European health authority as saying the swine flu was a result of Big Pharma's "campaign of panic" that put pressure on the little old World Health Organization to declare a pandemic (outbreak of a disease over a large geographical area). Wodarg went on to call swine flu one of the "greatest medicine scandals of the century."
To be fair, the century is only a decade old but does that discount the fact that the media got bored with the swine flu when thousands of deaths never materialized. Seemed like any other flu season except for the hysteria. And now comes news that countries around the world are dumping millions of doses of vaccine because no one wants the stuff injected into them.
Conspiracy theorists opt to believe it's yet another example of the shadow government in action. Others see more evidence of magnificent incompetence. Regardless, doesn't it make sense to take responsibility for the health and medical well being of you and your family into your own hands? Do you really want to rely on the government sticking a steel tube into your arm to keep diseases at bay?
All the more reason to eat a healthy diet and reduce the chances you'll get sick in the first place.
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My Monday
Basically, I started out the day at a disadvantage, as I had stayed up late finishing The White Darkness and didn't get enough sleep. I had a riding lesson with my trainer in the morning and then visited Panama for a little while, which was basically the calm before the storm — the last normal moments of my day.
Just as I was getting ready to leave the stables, my sister called from work to say that she was having bad dizzy spells and felt like she had fluid in her ears. She wanted me to pick her up from work and take her to the doctor's office. To explain the background a little, as a kid and a young teen in gymnastics, my sister suffered a lot from vertigo, so we take it seriously when she has problems with her ears!
It turned out she did indeed have fluid in her ears, but the doctor thought it was because she was getting sick. The dizzy spells, the doctor thinks, were caused by the Sudafed my sister took that morning — it was clearing the congestion out of her ears, which in turn upset her sense of balance.
After leaving the doctor's office, I took my sister to pick up her car, as she hadn't had a dizzy spell in a while and felt safe to drive. I then picked Michael up from work, and headed home at last.
I'd been on the road most of the day, and had had little time to eat. I had a headache from driving so much and from clenching my jaw, something I do when I get stressed out. I also felt inordinately tired from lack of sleep and nourishment: All I'd had to eat was a travel mug of tea and some graham cracker snacks in the morning, and some jelly beans I ate on the way to the doctor's office.
A snack and a walk after we got home made me feel a little better, but I still wasn't feeling great. In fact, I planned to go to bed early, but accidentally got hooked on a book and stayed up late reading. I didn't get any work done, didn't even get to check my email until evening, so today I will need to work extra hard to catch up.
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When you start a new job, human nature is to focus on the surface of things: the photocopied vision statement included in your orientation package, how your peers dress and the date HR designates for your first performance appraisal.
But if you're going to use this job to further your career goals -- or even if you just want to last long enough to begin vesting your profit-sharing -- you can't afford to wait until your number's up to find out how you're doing.
"Most companies do have formal appraisal processes, but they're scheduled, and they may not coincide with your need for feedback," says Linda Taylor, director of the Career Resource Center at North Carolina State University's College of Management.
Given that inconvenient reality, here's how to go about getting an early, meaningful and multidimensional reading on how good you're doing at your new job.
When Should You Start Asking for Feedback?
There's no reliable rule of thumb about when you should begin looking into how you're doing on a new job; it's a function of the corporate culture that you're stepping into.
"We give our own new hires feedback after a couple of days," says Ann Houlihan, CEO of coach and HR consulting firm Golden Key Leadership. "Most companies I deal with are starting to offer a quick review at 30 days. If you wait 90 days, you're just in suspense."
Other managers say you should concentrate on excelling in your daily performance and not worry much about the bigger picture for a while. "You should wait two to three months and then do your mini-360-degree review," says Michael Watkins, author of The First 90 Days: Critical Success Strategies for New Leaders at All Levels.
No doubt, asking about your performance too often is a turn-off. "Don't be needy," says Alan Weiss, principal of Summit Consulting Group. "Managers usually can't stand people who are always trying to find out how much they are appreciated."
Carefully Frame Your Request for Feedback
Coming off as a professional rather than a neurotic is largely a matter of attitude. "The presentation is a big piece of this," says Watkins. "To make it matter-of-fact and relaxed, you frame your inquiry as, 'asking is my standard practice.'"
It often makes sense to focus your self-inquiry on the specifics of your work product. "Don't ask, 'How am I doing?' but try to articulate what's required," says Taylor.
Do You Measure Up to What's Required for Success?
The key to a meaningful early evaluation is to ask whether you've met your internal and external clients' objectives on time and on budget. "You need self-mastery," says Weiss. "Find out the objectives for any assignment at the outset, then measure whether you've met them and to what degree."
Another helpful tactic is to investigate how the winners in your organization got where they are. "When management is talking up other people, what are the characteristics that set them apart?" says Taylor.
Don't Just Ask Your Boss, Ask Around
Don't end your quest for early feedback with your immediate manager, but don't depend on the guy in the next cube either. "Peers may see you as a competitor," says Weiss. "It's better to get feedback from someone who started in your job and has since been promoted."
If you're establishing a relationship with a mentor in your organization, she can help you understand how key people perceive you.
In the end, "you can't beat just being honest and asking the question, no matter what type of manager you have," says Houlihan.
One last word of advice: "Get feedback in person," says Weiss. "With email, you miss information that comes through inflection."


text: Kim: Kanye 'Won't Let Me' Sign Autographs Oh, and she's leaving 'Keeping Up With the Kardashians' By Evann Gastaldo, Newser Staff Posted Feb 21, 2013 10:59 AM CST 37 comments This Dec. 6, 2012 file photo shows singer Kanye West, left, talks to his girlfriend Kim Kardashian before an NBA basketball game between the Miami Heat and the New York Knicks in Miami. (AP Photo/Alan Diaz, file) (Newser) – Radar picks up this little tidbit from an interview Kim Kardashian recently gave Du Jour magazine: "When you live your life so publicly, like on a reality show, people assume that they know every side of you already, but they always want more. ... My boyfriend has taught me a lot about privacy. I'm ready to be a little less open about some things, like my relationships. I'm realizing everyone doesn't need to know everything. I'm shifting my priorities." That includes turning down some autograph requests: "I just tell them, sorry, but my boyfriend won't let me!" It also, apparently, includes Kim leaving the show that made her famous (well, after her sex tape made her kinda famous), Keeping Up With the Kardashians. Click for more on that. (Read more Kim Kardashian stories.) My Take on This Story Report a story error Show results | 11% Hilarious 2% Intriguing 2% Depressing 4% Brilliant 2% Scary 80% Ridiculous