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Bristol police are asking for the public's help in gathering information on an assault resulting in two men shot at with BB guns outside a Bristol veterans hall Saturday night.
Members of the Disabled American Veterans said that one of their patrons walked outside the 191 Riverside Ave. building toward the sidewalk and was waiting for a cab home when he and a second patron standing nearby were pelted with BB pellets as the cab pulled up.
"They were right there. The cab was right here. Just going down to the cab," Eugene Bald, Disabled American Veterans Board of Management member, said.
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Police responded at about 6:48 p.m. to investigate the reported assault and spoke with the 66-year-old victim, who had a "small laceration under his left eye and was bleeding," police said. he was transported to the Bristol Hospital Emergency Room and medical staff found two BBs embedded in his head and treated him for non-life-threatening injuries.
A BB also grazed the earlobe of the second man.
"Someone just wants to go home and they get hit with a BB. It's not right," Bruce Champagne of Bristol said. "I was disgusted. It should never happen here."
Members tells us they consider the Riverside Avenue neighborhood where the hall is located to be safe. Champagne said the area is normally safe with no problems, so he's surprised an incident like that happened there.
"We would never figure something like that would happen here. Why should it? It's a veterans outlet," Bald said.
Without a good description of the suspect, police are counting on the public to help them solve the case.
"I hope they get caught. This is not right," Champagne said.
Anyone with information that would help police identify the culprit is asked to call the Bristol Police Department at 860-584-3011.
Bristol Criminal Investigation Division officers also responded.
No suspects have been identified yet.


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Stainless Steel Enclosures
Stainless steel electrical enclosures and boxes from Polycase provide protection for components and equipment in both indoor and outdoor applications. The enclosures are UL Listed to UL 508A, meeting NEMA 1, 2, 4, 4X, & 12 ratings and IP65 & IP66 requirements for harsh environments. Weatherproof and waterproof, the enclosures are manufactured from 304 stainless steel. Useful as a stainless steel junction box, the enclosure includes an internal mounting panel, external surface mounting brackets and all hardware so it can be wall mounted.

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Letterhead Printers Saltash, Cornwall
As professional letterhead printers in Saltash, we can create custom letterheads for your business. When you choose us for our letterhead printing, you'll receive a free design. With years of experience as letterhead printers, we have developed a well-known reputation throughout Cornwall for the letterheads we print.
If you're looking for a letterhead printer in Saltash, be sure to make PrintMinor your first port of call. You can easily order your custom letterheads online.
Letterhead Printing
Having worked throughout Saltash and Cornwall for many years, we have developed a well-known reputation for the letterhead printing service we offer. We pride ourselves on going the extra mile for all of our customers.
What Is A Letterhead Used For?
A letterhead is the heading at the top of a sheet of paper that businesses use. The heading usually consists of a name, address and logo or corporate branding. Some types of letterheaded paper include a background design or pattern. The term letterheaded paper is often used to refer to company branded paper.
Why Is It Important To Have A Letterhead?
Letterheads are an important part of business as they help to create a brand image. Quality printed letterheaded paper can help to create a great first impression for potential customers as they offer a professional look. Using letterheads that match your company branding is important in creating a streamlined brand image.
Choose PrintMinor for Letterhead Printing in Saltash
If you're in need of letterhead printing in Saltash or anywhere in the Cornwall area, then be sure to choose Print Minor. . All of our letterhead printing is carried our using quality inks and paper to ensure a professional look and feel. With the options of 100gsm or 120gsm you can decide on which quality will best suit your company.


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1 Bookings
1.1 Bookings can only be made by a person of 30 years age or more. The person making the booking must be in attendance at all times and will be responsible for their guests.
1.2 Your booking, which must be on our Booking Form and sent to us with a deposit of £800 (or £1,000 if bringing dog) will only be effective when confirmed by us in writing. The full amount must be received by us not later than six weeks before the beginning of your holiday. The deposit paid at the time of booking will be retained during your stay as the Damages Deposit.
1.3 Non payment by the due date will be treated as a cancellation and we may re-let the property without reference to the applicant who remains liable for payment of the full amount on the same basis as in the event of cancellation (see clause 10 below), together with all the legal costs of recovering the payment.
2 Occupying the Property
2.1 The Property is available for occupation from between 4pm on the first day of your holiday and must be vacated by 10am on the last day, unless otherwise agreed. The booking shall permit only you and the members of your party named to us in writing in advance of your stay to occupy the property for the purpose of a holiday. Sleeping in tents or motor vehicles within the estate is not permitted.
2.2 Whilst occupying the property you agree:
a) to pay for any losses or damages to the property, however caused, reasonable wear and tear excluded.
b) to take good care of the property and leave it in a clean and tidy condition at the end of the tenancy.
c) not to smoke anywhere in the property.
d) not to cook anywhere other than the permitted areas of the property.
e) not to create a disturbance of any form at the property which does or is likely to have a significant adverse effect upon those staying or living nearby the property.
f) to comply with the Noise Act 1996 Section 2 (6) which provides that no noise disturbance is permitted between the hours of 11pm and 7am.
g) not to use drugs or prohibited substances of any nature whatsoever. This is strictly prohibited at all times.
h) only to flush toilet waste down the toilets. All other waste should be 'bagged and binned'.
i) not to deposit fat or oil in the sinks and to remove excess food or fat from crockery and pans before being placed in the dishwashers.
j) to place recyclable refuse outside in the green bins and non-recyclable in the black bins.
k) not to release 'sky lanterns' or fireworks from the estate.
l) not to bring any additional sound system to the property, including karaoke or stereo system, mixing desks.
m) not to have dogs at the property at any time.
2.3 You must use the property responsibly and in accordance with these terms and conditions. You may not use the property for business purposes without our prior agreement. We reserve the right to enter the property at any reasonable time.
3 Damages Deposit
3.1 You must keep the property clean and in good order and you will be responsible for any breakages, damage or extra cleaning required. We shall be entitled to deduct from the Damages Deposit the cost of remedying any breach of these obligations, together with the cost of any service or goods provided.
3.2 Breakages or damage must be notified to us either immediately or on your departure, if we are not notified we shall be entitled to retain the whole Damages Deposit.
3.3 The whole amount or the balance after any deduction (as set out in Condition 3.1) of the Damages Deposit will be refunded to you within ten days of your departure.
4 Descriptions of Properties and Changes
We have used reasonable endeavours to ensure the information on our website is true and accurate. We do not accept any liability for errors contained on the website or for any changes to the property or its facilities.
5 Difficulties and Maintenance
If you have any difficulties with the property, require maintenance, or have any complaints, you should notify us during your stay.
6 Unavailability of the Property
We may cancel bookings made if the Property becomes unavailable for any reason. We also reserve the right to refuse entry and cancel a booking. We will refund to you any sums you have paid. We shall not have any other liability to you.
7 Liability
You occupy the property and use the facilities at your own liability. We will not be liable for any injury, loss or damage suffered by you or any member of your party or to your or their property.
8 Swimming Pool, Baths and Jacuzzi
The swimming pool is only to be used in the hours 8am-8 pm. Outside music is not permitted.
You agree that the use of any swimming pool facility, spa equipment and jacuzzi is at your own risk (or any third party residing in the property during the period of the reservation). The pool cover should be in place after swimming to retain the pools heat.
All baths in the House should be used with extreme care to avoid water spillage. The Jacuzzi bath in the Brock Suite should be filled to the specified level. The full deposit will be retained if there is any water damage to any surrounding bath area or the ceiling below.
9 Breaches of these Terms of Business
If you commit a serious breach of these Terms of Business, we will have the right to terminate your booking and if you are already at the property we may require you to vacate it immediately. A serious breach of these Terms of Business includes, without limitation, failure to comply with these terms and conditions or health and safety advice or circumstances where your behaviour, or that of your guests, is likely to have a significant adverse effect upon those staying or living nearby the property, in particular noise after 11 pm (Noise Act 1996 Section 2 (6)). In the event of you committing a serious breach of these Terms of Business no refund of the monies you have paid will be returnable to you.
10 Cancellation
If you are unable to occupy the property, you should inform us immediately of your wish to cancel the booking and your deposit will be retained. In the event of cancellation within six weeks of arrival you will be liable for the whole quoted price for the period booked. In either event, we will seek to re-let the Property and, if successful, we will refund to you the amount we receive for the new booking up to the amount you have paid.
11 Authority to Sign
11.1 Authority to Sign. The person signing acknowledges that they are authorised to sign the booking form on behalf of all persons who will occupy the property and that those persons are aware of the booking conditions. This person must not be under 30 years old.
11.2 This person must be a member of the party occupying the property and is required to acknowledge the following:
- The full name and age, if under 30 years, of each member of the party must be given.
- The maximum number of persons permitted to occupy the property and grounds at any time is the number listed on the guest list and not to exceed 17.
- The Owner reserves the right to repossess the property at any time where damage or nuisance has been caused by any member of the party. In such an event the Owner shall not be liable to make any refund whatsoever.
- Any other third party service providers, together with the nature of the service they are to provide, must be agreed with us prior to your stay.


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(Reuters) - U.S. mutual funds that held onto Puerto Rican debt as its economy crept toward collapse could get drawn into battles that pit their own investors against each other, as the island navigates the biggest government bankruptcy in U.S. history.
The reason for the quandary lies in the territory's Byzantine capital structure, where 18 public agencies owe a combined $120 billion in bond and pension debt.
Bonds held by the companies' many funds are spread across myriad credits, some in direct competition for recoveries, meaning wins for some investors trigger losses for others.
For OppenheimerFunds and Franklin Advisers, whose combined $10.3 billion in Puerto Rican debt makes them among the island's biggest creditors, negotiating that minefield is particularly important. (For a related graphic, click tmsnrt.rs/2eRyYw3)
The funds say their cross-holdings reflect a long-term commitment to Puerto Rico, and give them more of a stake than other creditors in righting the island's ship. Bankruptcy and municipal bond experts say, however, the competing claims raise questions about whether they can represent investors' best interests.
It adds a wrinkle to already complex restructuring talks, muddying the path to recovery for investors who tied up their savings in Puerto Rico.
Struggling with a 45 percent poverty rate and near-insolvent public healthcare, the island in May filed a form of bankruptcy under the federal 2016 rescue law known as PROMESA, confronting creditors with unique challenges.
"This is not something I've seen in the bankruptcy world," said restructuring expert Drew Dawson.
While it is not rare for a creditor to hold multiple tranches of debt, it is less common when the creditor runs many funds with competing investments, said Dawson, a professor at the University of Miami School of Law.
"You run all these funds - which do you side with?" he said. "If I were an investor, I'd be concerned."
As of April 30, Oppenheimer had about $7.3 billion of total exposure, while Franklin, after offloading some of its Puerto Rico holdings in recent years, had around $3 billion.
Those holdings, based on face value, may not represent exposure for debt bought at a discount, and some of the debt may be insured, shielding the funds from losses.
The island's $17 billion of so-called COFINA debt, secured by sales tax, is the main battleground.
COFINA creditors are locked in litigation with holders of Puerto Rico's general obligation (GO) bonds, with both sides claiming a right to sales tax revenue.
Overall, Franklin and Oppenheimer held $3.2 billion of COFINA as of April 30, more than twice their combined GO holdings. Yet at Franklin, six funds held exclusively GO debt, claims worth a combined $276 million.
Similar clashes exist between senior COFINA holders, who have first claim on the tax revenue, and junior creditors.
Overall, the companies held nearly four times as much junior as senior COFINA debt. Yet Oppenheimer's Rochester Fund Municipals, for example, had $384 million of senior debt and just $83 million of the junior tranche.
Smaller players face similar challenges. The Santander First Puerto Rico Family of Funds ran eight funds each with at least $28 million of COFINA debt. Three of those had at least two-thirds invested in the junior tranche; five had 70 percent or more in the senior class.
Oppenheimer, Franklin and Santander have formed an ad hoc bankruptcy negotiating group, whose strategy so far has been to maximize total returns across portfolios, rather than advocate for funds whose debt may be more senior, according to a Reuters analysis of court filings and public statements by the funds and their advisers.
"Our advocacy is not centered around particular classes of bonds, but around seeking the best overall return for our shareholders," said Kimberly Weinrick, a spokeswoman for Oppenheimer.
A spokeswoman for Franklin declined to comment for this article, while Ann Davis, a Santander spokeswoman, declined to comment on the cross-holdings.One key exception to the alliance: the Franklin funds that hold exclusively general obligation debt have joined a separate negotiating group comprised only of holders of such debt, according to a July 13 court filing.
The GO and mutual fund groups have taken opposing sides in a handful of court battles, which could prompt questions from a judge or other creditors as to which side Franklin is more closely aligned with, Dawson said.
Cross-holdings are not prohibited in bankruptcy, though judges have the authority to decide whether a party is too conflicted to vote on a restructuring plan, he added.
Rival creditors, too, could try to exploit apparent conflicts to limit the mutual funds' bargaining clout. In June, hedge fund owners of senior COFINA bonds asked a bankruptcy judge to bar the mutual funds from a role in nominating a COFINA fiduciary in settlement talks, citing their "undeniable conflict."
The judge told the sides to try to resolve the issue internally, and talks continue.
For years, mutual funds piled into Puerto Rico's debt because it was exempt from local, state and federal taxes and because until PROMESA's passage in June 2016, the island was barred from declaring bankruptcy.
Court documents and public statements from the mutual fund negotiating group suggest it tends to side with classes of debt where its funds have the most exposure.
For example, the funds have primarily advocated for the COFINA junior tranche, where they have the greatest exposure, at the expense of senior COFINA and GO creditors.
They have also fought hard for a restructuring deal at Puerto Rico's power utility PREPA, which owes Oppenheimer and Franklin a combined $1.6 billion, even as Puerto Rico's federally-appointed oversight board warned that a generous deal could hurt Puerto Rico's broader economy.
The strategy is sound, but risky, said Tom Metzold, who spent nearly three decades as a municipal bond portfolio manager at Eaton Vance. By fighting for junior bondholders, the funds raise the odds of a settlement in which everyone gets a fair deal, given that senior creditors are already well represented, Metzold said.
Yet it also opens the funds to criticism that they did not fight hard enough for their senior-most holdings, he said.
"A number of people will be performing autopsies" on whatever decisions the funds make, Metzold said.
"I'm glad I'm not in their shoes."
Reporting by Nick Brown; Editing by Tomasz Janowski


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American Autowire's Highway Series Wiring Kit
The '60 Ford F-100 we've been working on over the last year is so close to becoming roadworthy that we can taste it! One of the few things left on the checklist is the electrical system. Even though the truck's numerous upgrades have remained fairly simple, it was still going to need quite a bit of help in the wiring department. The original, now brittle wiring that provided current to the once trusty six-cylinder wasn't going to cut the mustard for the Ford's newfound state. Everything from the Smeding-built 392ci stroker to the Vintage Air system, Aeromotive fuel pump, and US Radiator electric fans was going to need a sufficient amount of reliable power that the stock wiring couldn't guarantee anymore.
Since none of us here are electrical wizards and would almost prefer dental work to troubleshooting electrical problems, we weren't about to buy a bunch of wire and have at it. Instead, we called American Autowire for some help. For those who aren't familiar with the name, American Autowire was built through the early word-of-mouth reputation its partners, Michael Manning and Frank Colonna, received. Now they employ over 40 people, inhabit a 15,000-square-foot building, and make over 10,000 original restoration harnesses. And while the original harnesses are a big part of their business, they needed something for custom cars and trucks that could be in almost any configuration, which is quite an order.
Through countless hours, they came up with their Highway Series kits to do just this. While there are two different kits in the Highway Series, the Highway 15 is better suited to carbureted trucks and street rods with more basic needs than those with EFI powerplants. Heavy-gauge lead wires are provided for battery, ignition, accessory, horn, turn signal flasher, and four-way hazard flashers, all leading into a rugged fuse panel using their patented Hooke's Law screw-down connection system. The kit even comes with wire-ties, fuses, flashers, relays, and new headlight and ignition switches, but if you have electric fans, make sure to order some extra relays. For the complete list of everything included in the Highway 15 kit, visit American Autowire's Web site at www.americanautowire.com.


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Comprehensive rebranding program positions an industry leader under one unified name and unites 4,200 employees under one shared vision.
Churchill Corporation operated for over twenty-five years as a publicly traded holding company. The company owned nine operating businesses that were individually branded. Even with Churchill's success, it was largely unknown to many of the markets it served, and its subsidiary brands were largely unknown to the capital markets. As the industry moved towards a fully integrated solutions model, it became clear that brand unification was essential.
In 2013, Churchill Corporation made the decision to transition into a unified operating brand under the name Stuart Olson. To spearhead this initiative, BryanMills was retained to lead a comprehensive rebranding and reputation enhancement program. The program began with a research and insights gathering phase that included discovery sessions across six companies, spanning three provinces and including over 100 employees. It also featured local, regional and global competitor and peer audits that provided valuable insight for the rebrand.
At the core of this program was a strategic brand framework and positioning platform that focused on instilling, nurturing and communicating a unified corporate culture with a strong sense of pride and purpose – "We are People Making Progress" and "We are Stuart Olson." This new positioning was brought to life through the development of a strong brand architecture that enabled visual unification while allowing for retention of legacy naming in core niche markets. A master brand logo was created to halo the many subsidiaries of the newly formed company. The orange and blue were used to separate the two words and differentiate the company in a competitive marketplace. The external and internal visual identity design work included: new logos, brand standards guide, brand promise, signage, and hoarding, as well as design and copywriting for brochures, stationery packages, trade show booth displays and more.
A fully responsive website experience was created to introduce the company to the marketplace and to establish its credentials with new and existing customers. BryanMills achieved this with a digital strategy that included advanced, interactive and responsive corporate and subsidiary websites. These sites ran on a unified CMS platform and also hosted a large-scale enterprise Intranet that utilized Microsoft SharePoint. On launch day, every Churchill Corporation website and those of their subsidiaries were greeted with a pop-up announcement that introduced the rebranded company through an inspiring brand video that was directed and shot in the days leading up to the launch.
Stuart Olson's collateral brochure material was extensive and was created to address the many sectors and verticals of the multi-operational company. Within its three service areas of Public, Private, and Industrial, there were several unique vertical markets the company needed to address in particular. BryanMills' answer to this was the creation of a "pick and pack" system that allowed Stuart Olson's sales force to tailor the contents of a presentation for their target audiences. The sector brochures would provide high-level capabilities while the vertical brochures would address specific industry capabilities. A complete list of marketing communication templates was created so the many facets of the brand could be managed internally. These items consisted of newsletters, PowerPoint templates, and ad templates, to name a few.
The primary message BryanMills set out to communicate was simple: Nothing had changed regarding Stuart Olson's position as Canada's strongest construction and industrial services company, but much had changed in how the company operated and served its customers. This approach was integrated within every asset and was a key message that was woven through the entire three-month launch campaign. To promote this message externally, full-page ads in newspapers and trade publications were launched in major markets to communicate the rebrand. BryanMills also created a comprehensive range of corporate clothing that included T-shirts, hats and even Stuart Olson socks! Each item was accompanied by a clothing tag that further reinforced the brand's message. Bringing the brand to life within these various channels was another means for Stuart Olson to extend the company's influence to its clients and employees.
To unify 4,200 geographically dispersed employees, BryanMills conceptualized, managed and executed an award-winning employee engagement program – The Stuart Olson Challenge.
Every quarter, in each Stuart Olson office location across Canada, the company set "Stuart Olson Challenges" for its employees that were focused on safety, innovation, culture, efficiency and sustainability. At the end of the year, the employee with the most outstanding achievements received the distinction of National Grand Champion and was awarded the quickly coveted Stuart Olson "Work Boot."
Creating a unique and endearing identity for the newly formed company was only the beginning. Critical to the success of the company was the unity and hard work of its people, and BryanMills wanted to help Stuart Olson celebrate this key part of the organization. Part of this involved deconstructing the brand to its core values and inviting employees from across the country to, quite literally, "sign on." A high-quality, laminated plaque was distributed to every office across the country to remind employees of the company's promise to its clients and to clearly communicate its internal values. In addition to this, a Stuart Olson Brand Standards guide was provided in both electronic and print format so that each market could maintain the brand's consistency in terms of voice and style. As part of the company's core strategy of having ongoing dialogue with its employees, Stuart Olson held town hall meetings each quarter to celebrate and communicate the progress of the new company identity and what it meant for them.
The program was a success and saw a marked increase in overall employee engagement, national brand awareness and client satisfaction. BryanMills executed over 350 projects for the company, and the strategic brand framework created for Stuart Olson remains the foundation upon which the company builds all of its internal and external communications materials.
The Communicator Awards 2015
Brochure and Kit Cover
SILVER, April 2015
The Communicator Awards 2015
Corporate Website
SILVER, April 2015
Astrid Awards 2015
Branding Campaign
HONOURS, April 2015
The Communicator Awards 2015
Integrated Campaign
SILVER, April 2015
Mercury Excellence Awards 2014/15
BRONZE, February 2015
Marcom Awards 2014
PLATINUM, February 2015
Marcom Awards 2014
GOLD, February 2015
Marcom Awards 2014
Design (Print) Logo
HONOURABLE MENTION, February 2015
Marcom Awards 2014
New Category/Other
HONOURABLE MENTION, February 2015
Marcom Awards 2014
The Stuart Olson Challenge Award (Boot) Trophy
Marketing/Promotion/Specialty Item
HONOURABLE MENTION, February 2015
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Signomi Titan D-Versified Sunday 04/08/2013, 20:16
Hello! I'm Signomi, and I've been playing for almost 4 years now, and I've been looking for a new guild to join. If you want to know my numbers, I've got a record elo of 1264 (will get higher, I promise), I have 29% of all cards, and I'm getting to be pretty active nowadays.
The kind of guild I'm looking for is friendly, maybe competitive, and talking about strategies as well.
Thanks for your time!
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Come join D-Versified


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To take a knee means to pause to rest or make adjustments to a course of action.
It also means to honor the fallen.
Memorial Day presents an opportunity for the Joint Base Lewis-McChord and surrounding communities to take a knee and reflect on the service of those who gave the last full measure in defense of this country.
The day's history of remembrance stems from the Civil War when it was officially proclaimed in May 1868 "for the purpose of strewing with flowers ... the graves of comrades who died in defense of their country ..."
Rep. Denny Heck (D-10 District) has called the project "one of the most unique student memorials in the United States."
Since 2008, Clover Park High School students, faculty, staff and community members have covered the front lawn of the school with thousands of individually placed white markers to honor the nearly 7,000 American and coalition soldiers who have died in Iraq and Afghanistan.
Each marker bears the name, rank and date of each fallen soldier, airman, Guardsman, sailor and Marine.
"There is a meaning to Memorial Day," said David Russell, a veteran, history teacher and co-founder to the project, "and it is important that it be remembered."
He and retired physical education teacher Bryan Winkler began the project as a way to engage a group of students.
Acting on his belief that more needed to be done in recognition of Memorial Day and his experiences of witnessing two Memorial Day experiences in Europe, Russell suggested to Winkler an Arlington-style cemetery reproduction honoring the dead from the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan.
Winkler liked the idea, told his class about the idea, and they set about making the idea real.
Russell added that students make connections to those they honor.
"They begin to ask questions, and the whole school gets involved in organizing this event for the community," said Russell."
It's a truly remarkable way to honor our fallen heroes -- to remember those who have sacrificed so much for this country."
The opening ceremony for the Arlington Project will occur Wednesday, May 22, at 5 p.m. at Clover Park High School, located at 11023 Gravelly Lake Dr. SW in Lakewood.
It includes choir and band performances, student created memorials of all of America's conflicts, the school's Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps re-creating the tomb guard at Arlington National Ceremony and performing a retreat ceremony.
Of note, there will also be a viewing of HBO's movie Taking Chance in the high school's gathering hall at 6 p.m.
This 2009 film is an historical drama based on the experiences of Marine Lt. Col. Michael Strobl who volunteered to escort the body of a fallen Marine, Pfc. Chance Phelps (posthumously promoted to LCpl) during the final stage of his journey back from Iraq to his hometown in Wyoming for burial.
"It's powerful," Russell says. "It is worth staying to watch."
It's worth taking a knee.
For more information, visit cloverpark.k12.wa.us or call 253.583.5500.
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Ruth Burke @ The Engine Room Portumna
A year ago this week, I attended my first class at The Engine Room Fitness and Wellbeing Centre in Portumna. I'd led a sedentary life for pretty much 20 years, often joining gyms and leisure centres but losing interest fairly quickly (despite the standing orders leaving my bank account for a 12 month period!).
In the previous 3 years I'd managed to finally shift a considerable amount of weight, 35kgs (or over 5 stone in old money) but I'd come to a standstill and wanted to work on losing some more and also work on improving my fitness. When I enquired about attending classes, I was adamant that I didn't want to join a gym, possibly doubting my own commitment. So I initially opted to pay as I go and my first class was a Spin and Tone class; it didn't come with a health warning that you wouldn't sit comfortably for a week afterwards.
I got over that (it took a week!) and my next venture was Start Up circuits. Not too challenging and I got through it without too much sweat. I had to take the next day off work. I couldn't walk. I've since read about "leg day" but was totally unprepared for what squats and lunges could do to leg muscles that had only been used to walk before that. I managed to make it downstairs on my butt but anything that involved lifting either foot more than an inch off the ground just wasn't happening that day.
I thought about quitting; I didn't. Slow progress is still progress, I kept telling myself. Then it was onto Morning Blast and Female Circuits with a couple of Kickfit classes thrown in for variety and some personal training sessions. I've been to classes instructed by Steve, Sarah, Kim, Alex, Maeve, Rachel, Elinor, Maggie, Lisa and one morning blast with Andy (I truly thought I would die that morning!!), all fantastic instructors and a credit to the gym. I think I've tried most classes except bootcamp (sound far too much like hard work) and kettlebells (might be my next venture).
I agonised several times about how unfit I was and felt very self conscious that everyone in the classes was lighter/fitter/ thinner/ stronger/ younger than me but, possibly with the benefit of years of life experience, I started to care less about what I imagined others were thinking and to focus on ME and trying to improve how I was doing, without constant comparison to others. I have occasional thoughts of being too old for "this crack" but that passes too. During the past year there have been large amounts of apprehension, self consciousness, nerves, excitement, pain, sense of achievement, pulled muscles, a torn ligament, tears, encouragement, friendship, support, trust, frustration, determination, camaraderie, laughter, patience, perseverance.
I no longer want to quit after 5 minutes on a spinning bike or 3 minutes on the rowing machine or feel like I'm going to collapse just warming up at the start of a class. I've graduated from not being able to walk the day after my first squats to squatting with 50kg and deadlifting 85kg and won a medal last week for my efforts (OK, it was a bronze medal at a fun-day competition but a medal is a medal in my world )
I have to give a specific mention to Steve. I never imagined a year ago that I'd be where I am today in terms of fitness and strength (acknowledging there's still a long way to go). Steve has encouraged me constantly during that time. He pushes me out of my comfort zone; he sets me challenges that seem impossible (and occasionally are on a particular day); he makes me use my own slight streak of stubbornness to my own advantage. At times he seems to be more in tune with my body's ability than I am. At times, I've felt like crying or screaming when he's insisted that I try harder or do more reps but then an unexpected but very well timed "great work" or "good technique" makes it seem a little easier and worth the extra effort. Don't ever underestimate how important those words of praise and support are, Steve!
And of course behind that good man there is a great woman, Sarah. Always on the ball keeping us updated about classes, always welcoming with a friendly smile and offering loads of encouragement too. The Engine Room is different in that I feel I'm treated as an individual as opposed to just a "member" as was the case in other gyms or leisure centres I'd joined over the years. A life-long couch potato has become a regular, enthusiastic gym goer. I'm happier and feel more confident in my own skin and love the post workout high feeling. Can't beat those endorphins! I no longer (well, only occasionally!) feel like quitting when it gets tough. I've gone from saying I don't HAVE time to ensuring I MAKE time to go to the gym, no matter what life is throwing at me. My desire to be fitter has become stronger and louder than any excuse my body or brain can dream up. I haven't managed to shift many of those extra pounds, which was the original goal so I'm still a work in progress but a healthier and fitter one, so I still have goals for year 2.
So you guys are doing something VERY right as far as I'm concerned. Sarah and Steve, I can't thank you enough for the encouragement that has led to a complete change in my lifestyle. I sincerely hope that this is the first anniversary of many and I wish you continued success with The Engine Room. Thanks x


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Samsung Unveils its New Trio of WiFi Cameras: the ST200F, WB150F, and WB850F 0
Apparently, WiFi is big over at Samsung. They announced the Samsung DV300F camera a few days prior to the CES, which was WiFi capable, aside from being incorporated with the twin LCD 'DualView' feature and a mini browser.
Joining Samsung's range of WiFi-enabled P&S cameras are the ST200F, WB150F, and WB850F. Because of the WiFi functionality, you can automatically share photos on social networks like Facebook and Twitter. You can also create backup copies of your images by uploading it to cloud storage services like Samsung and Microsoft. All three have optical image stabilization and live sweep Panorama features.
Samsung ST200F
The Samsung ST200F is the most inexpensive of the three, retailing at $199. It comes with a 3-inch LCD display and a 16.0 megapixel CCD.
- F3.1-5.6, 10X optical zoom lens, equivalent to 27 – 270 mm
- 3-inch LCD display
- Records video at 720p with sound
- Available in February for $199
Samsung WB150F
The Samsung WB150F comes with a slightly lower megapixel CCD at 14.2. This shooter retails for $229 and will be available this month.
- 14.2 Megapixel CCD
- F3.2-5.8, 18X optical zoom lens, equivalent to 24 – 432 mm
- 3-inch AMOLED display
- Full manual controls
- Available this month for $229
Samsung WB850F
Then we have the Samsung WB850F. This cool thing about this P&S camera is that it comes with a built-in GPS system, so you can download maps ahead of time before you go on new locations for your shoots. It will be available starting in April and will retail for $379.
- 16.2 Megapixel, back-illuminated CMOS sensor
- F2.8-5.9, 21X optical zoom lens, equivalent to 23 – 483 mm
- Built-in GPS with compass; users can download maps and the camera can point you toward landmarks
- Records Full HD video at 1080/30p or 1080/60i with stereo sound
- Available in April for $379


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Please pinch me!!! Or don't, just hit me over the head with something, just knock me out forever and ever.
My anger is a mask for deep, deep sorrow and despair. My anger is my shield from the image of my poor, poor beauty. Grinding and stomping the last bits of my shattered to the ground, it seems like all local media outlets, silent for five years, suddenly jumped aboard the "Let's blame Francesca" wagon.
Yet most of the day, it looked to me as though HRM was done for - the more they tried to show they had really done a great thing for Brindi by locking her up for 7 years and by now adopting her to a "good home" (never to be named or pictured), the worse it looked. For a fraction of a second, I may have even started thinking things just might turn my way.
After all, the more that HRM talks about adoption, the more it looks totally in the wrong. And I was and am in the right. But. I didn't count on the fairy tale factor. The spin-dry cycle. The great fictional talents of this municipality and its stewards.
HRM is turning the screw yet again, telling a tale of how they have rehabilitated my good dog, and now (just in time for HRM to land a dismissal order using similarly shameless fictions), now, thanks to them, she is "no longer considered dangerous." So there's a whole new script: Brindi, in the wonderful care of HRM, has been transformed - not into a chronically ill senior with a dull coat and glassy eyes, but into a - gosh! - "good dog."
And the CBC headline? "Brindi the dog to be adopted after lengthy court battle." The insinuation? BIZARRELY: that the lengthy court battle part is MY FAULT!!! Nothing at all to do with HRM's seven years of mindless determination to refuse all reasonable alternatives to KILLING MY DOG!
Please Lord! Only people with devious minds and damaged hearts are capable of such webs of deceit about their own misdeeds. About a (now once) beautiful, exceptionally smart and loving dog.
Only hollow-hearted people would lock up your beloved companion for no good reason, hold her hostage day after day, year after year, and then turn around and boast about how wonderful they were for doing it! How lucky Brindi truly is!
And then, chapter two of this fiction to put the blame on that selfish "appeal queen" who just was so wrong to demand her dog back. That's how they describe my appeal grounds, incidentally; no mention of the substance of the appeal. (Who expects to find actual information anyhow?)
And all because I, Brindi's "ex-owner", "refused to obey a muzzle order". Really?? News to me! Or just as incorrectly put, "failure to comply with a muzzle order". Ahem. Even the judges didn't put it that way. This comes straight from one place and one place only, and its initials are spelled Halifax Regional Municipality. Where prosecutors acknowledge unintentional mistakes yet pursue an order to destroy anyhow.
The CBC of all platforms served as the mouthpiece for it! Facebook friends from here to Hong Kong have been shaking their heads at such blatantly one-sided and even farcical "reporting".
Missing mention of the real history in the history timeline. For example: not a word about my successful application to the Supreme Court, that quashed HRM's order to destroy because it was procedurally unfair (trans: no due process). Or that the order relied on an unconstitutional, ergo never valid by-law section - which the review also quashed. Where was Christine back then, I wonder?
Not a word about how HRM lost yet refused to give Brindi back, and instead, chose just that moment to lay charges against me, confident the public, and the media, it turns out, wouldn't catch the sleight of hand that passed for actual lawful authority to impound a dog for weeks, days, months. No.
Christine Graham is now depicted as being not only an empathetic person who wears splashy sweaters; she's putting herself across as a great dog trainer, a miracle worker. Because in her care, Brindi suddenly became a "good dog that is "no longer considered dangerous" - and by the way, Brindi didn't get seized and impounded unlawfully and then sent to the kennel where nobody not on HRM's payroll saw her for the past three years - she "entered the care of Christine Graham". Just like a spa or a clinic!?!?
According to Christine on CBC, Brindi's been living in the family home. Not here, where, in her 2012 affidavit (two years in), Christine swore she was keeping my best friend for the previous two years? Where she bragged that Brindi could look through the family's kitchen window and see the family sitting down to dinner?
So when did they supposedly move Brindi from here
And why is she leashed?
Why don't I believe this? Wow, I could write a few chapters about it!
Or I could just post a string of very nasty tweets by Christine's husband from the past five years. Or his posts to Facebook hate groups.
Or I could tell you how Christine screens prospective clients by asking them which vet they go to, and if they go to my - Brindi's - vet, she sends them packing.
And overhearing CTV last night, I swear I heard a woman - Christine or Hope? - say something to the effect of, "She's been in a place that's even better than a family home." Whoops!
Graham also makes the radically revelatory finding that, "Brindi is well behaved around people." A miracle!!!!! Funny, whenever I said that kind of thing in court, Ms. Salsman and her predecessors would leap on it as proof that I didn't take my dog's "issues" seriously. Cue the judge to take Brindi away from me for being defiant.
For those not in the know, way back in 2008, the first HRM prosecutor on the job, Scott Hughes conceded that exact thing in writing. Why? Because I, not any lawyer, I, provided ample proof of it, that's why! And it was no problem to collect over a dozen letters from upright citizens, moms of infants, other dog owners, groomer, trainer, mail carrier in less than a week, and dumping it on his desk. That is because I trained Brindi to behave beautifully, and good training allows a dog's inner goodness to shine forth so that everyone feels it. I took her everywhere. The beach, the beach, the beach! The woods, the park! And, the hairdresser, the hardware store, even a bank and a grocery store. We regularly an elderly dude on the Post Road and took his feisty shih tzu along on our walks. And she always behaved like the lady she is.
Way back in 2008, moments after HRM first seized Brindi, that's when Hughes said it. That's when other trainers spoke up. Did Christine Graham?
The "attacks"? You mean the "four dogs" she scuffled with briefly between 2007 and 2010? Leaving this terrible wound?
Even better: According to Christine Graham, Brindi is"no longer considered a dangerous dog."Apart from the fact
And - then why the muzzle??
If Brindi is no longer a dangerous dog, why is she still locked up??
When did HRM make this significant shift to "no longer dangerous", and who started
it?? Was it this year? Three years ago? Five years ago? While Ms. Salsman was in court blocking every effort I made to get Brindi OUT?
Why did HRM keep fighting?
Why won't she say? Doesn't it sort of change everything, in fact? If HRM has stopped saying Brindi is dangerous - joining the long chorus of trainers and vets and groomers and kennel owners (Belle Kennel) and the SPCA and rescue groups and about ten thousand petition signers and ME - then why can't I have my not dangerous, well-behaved dog back?!
Let's get something straight, once again, CBC! HRM took Brindi and held Brindi year after year for one reason only - it was determined that she should be put down, regardless of any standard for dangerousness, regardless of the strong contradictory evidence and expert opinion. Regardless of lawfulness, and regardless of the conditions in which she was kept. Which medical records show led to chronic ailments early in 2009 that plagued her from then on. The muzzle order? Just a handy ploy to convey the appearance of dangerousness.
HRM never stopped trying to get an order to kill Brindi? Why would it fight my appeal otherwise? Why would it have spent a ton of money on prosecutors in two different trials?
Why would HRM block a judge from reading the results of a behavioral assessment even before the assessment was done, and seven years later pretend that Brindi had undergone some sort of transformation to a non-dangerous dog??I suppose some are always ready to join a mob, but this really beggars belief. And I would have thought such fourth-rate journalism is beneath the CBC. But I guess not; Chiu never bothered to call me for my comments. And when I gave them over the phone this morning, she promised to put them in, but I don't see any. Thanks so much!
As I write this, I am deliberately trying to control my thoughts so I don't collapse, ever since I saw that photo of Brindi yesterday, that a CTV newsman so kindly thrust in front of my face, on camera, to record the moment I set eyes on a photo of her since 2012. I just can't.
Of course, the article says, "she is muzzled when outside." Huh. And yet, during the 2012 trial, Katherine Salsman skinned me alive with knives of "she must be muzzled AND in an escape-proof enclosure."
And "she will have to keep on the muzzle for the rest of her life." REALLY? Honestly? So, um, it's never happened that HRM lifted a muzzle order after a dog owner showed that the dog had been trained out of its aggression, eh? Not much! And look at this poor dog!!!! HONEST TO GOD!!!
The truth: HRM could easily get a judge to sign off on lifting the muzzle order. In less than an hour, on any given day. Easily!I myself witnessed the Hon. Judge Alanna Murphy, whose errant wording of "and" instead of "or" created so much grief for me later on, rubber-stamped a request by HRM -Animal Services and prosecutor Kishan Persaud, my tormentors - to alter a muzzle order on a black lab that had run at large and thrashed the daylights of a whole series of small dogs, on the owner's husband's say-so that they had worked with a trainer. No trainer in the courtroom, no documents I could see; the change was to allow that dog to run on the family's property without a muzzle. The family's unfenced property, I learned from the husband. Why? HRM said it was because the wording of the muzzle order contradicted the wording in the law, which does not require muzzling on the owner's property. The good judge deliberated all of about thirty seconds, signed off on it, done deal.
But for Brindi - different story! Brindi not only had to be muzzled on my property; HRM tried to insist she had to be muzzled even in the purpose-built dog run!!! And she NEVER sent a dog to emergency treatment to the tune of eye-rolling vet bills! Not even CLOSE!!! Even when I politely reminded Judge Murphy of the change she made to that dog's muzzle order, and the numerous vet bills in the hundreds of dollars, she just brushed it off, even using a hand motion to do it.
The emphasis on the muzzle right now is doubtless because lately I've been retweeting the famous SPCA birthday photo from 2009, which showed, and I saw firsthand for nearly a year, that the SPCA NEVER MUZZLED BRINDI even when infants were nearby and she was eating. Surrounded by smiling people, including a vet in white - who, had I dropped my court case at any given moment, would have given Brindi the lethal injection. If not her, maybe the manager in blue; I understand they did it too sometimes.
And then, maddeningly, Christine is quoted about how great a dog Brindi is. REALLY? NO KIDDING!!!
And, to my amazement,
Christine is taking CREDIT for this fact!
"...Brindi has learned social skills around other dogs."Oh no, no no no no no. No, just no. NO! How dare you!!! Honest to God, what kind of person are you?
This woman really has some balls to put over this wretched fairy tale about how she rehabilitated MY DOG. NOW she is good around other dogs, NOW she is a great dog to have around? Tell Bob Ottenbrite, tell Susan Jordan, tell all the people who appear on the http://SupportBrindi.blogspot.com page!
"She's been out for walks, she's been out for play dates, she's with me out in the field," Graham said. Their time together, she said, has "been really rewarding. Brindi's a really good dog."First of all, hello, have you met Katherine Salsman?? Jim Janson? Until just a few days ago, there was no way she would be considering adoption; nothing but death for Brindi! Just last September, Salsman even lied to the Court of Appeal when I mentioned that we were in negotation for ADOPTION. Knowing full well I have the email she wrote to my cousin, a law partner, in August. Have you read what Jim Janson said about HRM, now a pet owner, having the right to have its pet put down on a whim just like all pet owners? (Clearly Mr. Janson was acting; God forbid his kids or nephews should hear that!)
Going back to 2008 with Kishan Persaud and Scott Hughes, through to 2010, and then from 2010 on, from my memo in 2010, from requesting to know HRM's plans for Brindi before appealing, to my offers to enter into judicial mediation through 2014 and 2015, Salsman, doubtless under orders from some unknown source, refused my offers to resolve the whole thing out of court so Brindi could get out of the kennel sooner. Uses strongarm tactics and fictions of her own to get my appeal dismissed.
And now there seems to have been a family all along that she never mentioned to me (to my cousin, yes; to me, refusal.) I would have thought it is an HRM prosecutor's duty to come forward to tell me, a kind of concerned party here after all, hello, okay, we changed our minds, will you drop your appeal, here's a family willing to take Brindi! IF there is a family
But hold up: exactly who authorized all this playdating?? Naturally I am thrilled to hear it - if I could only believe it. Not without proof. You and HRM taught me that.
Honestly, Lori Scolaro, Ms. Let's Kill Brindi herself, is okay with that?? Really. Me, I begged and begged and there was nothing but isolation for Brindi for years at the SPCA AND at your kennel. Huh.
Nobody believes you, Christine, that it's your good care and training, that Brindi is "no longer considered a dangerous dog." Newsflash: NOBODY considered Brindi a dangerous dog, nobody able to read or think, or breathe, nobody this side of Oz! Or the other side.
And nobody believes how old Brindi looks. I just can't. Almost unrecognizable. Clear signs of stress, distress, premature aging. I just. Want. To. Die. And who dares post claptrap about it being MY FAULT? Only pond-scum - and no offense to pond-scum!
Here is what it comes down to: you, Mrs. Graham, stole my great dog and robbed us both of our lives together. You and HRM. You locked her up, your husband cyberbullied me for years, and both of you got to enjoy my exceptionally great dog's company for five long years. And all the while, be honest, you neglected her health. And now you want to be praised, and most of all, you want me to be condemned for having the selfishness to just keep appealing because... oh yeah, because HRM wanted to kill Brindi!
And I must say, I don't believe for a second she's been in your house for all five years. She looks like an old fleabag, I weep to think of it! Her eyes look terrible. She looks like she's 18 years old. If she really did live in your house, what the hell is wrong with your house??
Let's be real here. You have show dogs, you teach obedience, you run a boarding kennel, you attend dog events all the time. Tell the truth, exactly how much time did you, do you have left over to spend with Brindi? Nobody was around and the house was dark on Christmas Eve 2011, I know that. Remember when I dropped off a giant stocking for her, after you told the vet "no more photos"? And your husband called the RCMP and sent two constables to my home on Boxing Day to tell me "Brindi's owner doesn't want you going to her house." Brindi's what? Now I realize that was no slip-up, it was Freudian slip by proxy!
And if you really are truthful, and maybe over time, her flowing unconditional love affected even you, as it warmed everyone who met her, then what a horrible, horrible person you still are, that you kept collecting the HRM checks! That you never even had the decency to ask HRM to drop its campaign of death. That you didn't ever think to yourself, wow, I can understand why Francesca loves her so much, and she must be so anxious about her not knowing if she's healthy or not, and Brindi must love Francesca as well, must miss her - not once did you say, "Let me send a photo," let alone, "Let me talk to HRM and see if they'd be willing to compromise and let Brindi go home. To. Her. Good. Loving. Disciplined. Home. HER HOME!
No, not once. Instead you put the kaibosh on the few photos the vet techs took to keep track of Brindi and give me a chance to see how she looked every two months for two years. Instead, you sicced your husband on me. That's why it's just so hard to buy your story, Christine Graham, and Hope Swinimer, who is your shadow.
*There's another good reason why, by the way; the second they did it I'd be challenging it in court. Not only because there's no basis for it, but also because the by-law allowing that registration suffers from the same flaw as the section I got quashed - s. 8(2)d - allowing AC officers to seize and destroy dogs, with no strings attached. No obligation to even notify the owner; certainly no court order, no criteria, nada. Same exact legal arguments apply to the dangerous registry, as well as to the muzzle order, and microchipping. They are all in the new version of the law, A-700. Anybody is welcome to a PDF of my lawyer's brief for s. 8(2)d, they can just file it and sit back and wait.
** Even the notorious liar (not me, ask the Canadian Forces) AC officer, Tim Hamm, who first seized Brindi in 2008 made a point of saying - contrary to the law as well - "I am not deeming her dangerous." He wanted to kill her, yet was not deeming her dangerous. ? It gets better: since dangerous dogs are not required to be killed here, it's not a crime to have one! I have yet to understand how the seizure warrants are valid, because all they say is "...reason to believe X is harbouring a dangerous dog."


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A Better Knowledge on Fencing Classes
If you do not know what fencing classes then the first fact you need to know is that there are a lot of things you need to know. The using actions in which is the fence has been trained, high level of technical and tactical performance and psychological readiness are some of the things it offers. Any person that is interested with this is in need of going through the fencing classes.
There is a basis that is used in order to be able to determine on how long the fencing classes is on the available time for the lesson. In just a short span of time it is indeed possible to be able to achieve the objectives of the fencing classes. But it is highly recommended that you take the fencing classes from 30 to 45 minutes. As a matter of fact, if you can take the fencing classes for a longer period of time then it would be better.
In order to be able to develop the core set of techniques of the fencer is the main reason why he needs to go through the fencing classes. The techniques that the fencer will make use of will be based on numerous and various techniques. The fencer's physical development, technical and tactical are some of the factors that are being used as basis. In the fencer's physical development, technical and tactical, there is great emphasis on the speed of the execution.
The fencing classes follow the standard model which is composed of the conclusion sections, introduction and main lesson.
The introduction section will set the stage for the lesson. This will be increased because of the following: introducing the actions and student psychological and physical readiness. These are the kinds of lessons that are to be covered in the fencing classes. One of the many things that you need to know about the introduction is that there is a relaxed pace here. If the student will be able to warm up then the pace will increase.
When it comes to the delivery and movement, you can expect that from simple to complex it will progress. And when it comes to the progress of the speed it will be from slow to speed. The best way to be able to have specific techniques introduced is through the use of none other than simple reaction and no reaction.
In the fencing classes, there is a certain manner on how the main body of the lesson will be introduced. The manner that is being used here is none other than called as the tactical theme.
The decision for you to enroll yourself in the fencing classes means that it is important that you will make time for this. The duration of times that you will be able to choose from is in a wide range which means that this will not be too much of a problem. The fencing classes that will be able to suit yourself with your free time is what you simply have to do.
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I have been a "fitness fanatic" from a very young age. I began teaching group fitness classes at age 18 and have been a fitness professional for over the last 30 years. WOW! Holly cow that's a long time!
I have a B.S. in Physical Education. I am an ACE certified Group Fitness Instructor and a 200 hr certified Yoga Instructor with over 18 years of experience. I am also a certified Performance Health and Fitness Coach with years of experience coaching individuals and their families through illness and disease back to wellness and increased vitality.
I have been on a very interesting journey over the past 30 years. I was diagnosed with Crohn's disease in 1993 and a chronic sinus condition in 2008. This has all been a blessing and a curse. These conditions have lead me on this healing path and brought within me this desire to help others on their way to healing. I know that this is my divine purpose. To inspire others on their path to healing. With an open mind and heart we move forward…ready to give and to receive.


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Brewery OR Bar: Brouwerij Van Steenberge in Ertvelde, Belgium OR Café Retro, Copenhagen, Denmark
Beer: Du Monde Blanc
Bottle, Can, or Draft: Draft
Body: Hazy opaque golden orange color with light carbonation and a thin white head
Flavor Profile: Strong honey aroma with citrus and slight malt. Flavored with sweet orange and coriander.
User Profile: This beer is summery and tangy (read: girly). However, it's a genuinely enjoyable beer for any gender.
Occasion: A free jazz concert in a hyggeligt coffeehouse
The first sip did it. Du Monde Blanc was the best beer I had ever tasted. Two months and too many Danish beers later, it still is. At roughly $9 per pint, this beer demands respect and consideration. It's a robust beer that sits lightly on your tongue, with decadent flavors of honey and citrus. It has a twinge of spice, too, making it a welcome comfort during the cold winter months. However, the citrus gives it enough versatility to make it appropriate year-round.
The best part of Du Monde is its novelty factor. Through this semester's intensive and exhausting research in the bars and cafés of Europe, I have learned that Du Monde only appears to be available at one particular café. The beer is impossible to find online, and my friends have never heard of it. And yet, a non-profit, volunteer-run café on a quiet street in Copenhagen keeps it on tap. Please let me know if you've found it elsewhere!
Du Monde is a treat. This is not your typical git-er-done watery beer. This is something to savor. Treat it like an ice cream cone or a piece of cake; give it your utmost attention and let it delight you. Enjoy a pint over good conversation with a friend and immerse yourself in its pleasant haze.
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"It takes two to tango"
I am sure you've heard it before. "It takes two to tango." It's a lie. If a person is actually talking about dancing, it may be true, but if they are talking about relationship problems, it is not true. It takes two people to make a healthy and happy relationship. It takes two people to be mature and work at being present, kind and respectful to each other. But it only takes one person to destroy a relationship. If one person steps away from the relationship, or has an affair or is cruel or abusive, that one person destroys the relationship.
The women I support try everything to make their relationships work. They go to counselling, they read self-help books. They try being more accommodating and they try having "clearer boundaries," but the problem is their partner is abusive and so, no matter what the woman does, she can not make the relationship work. It takes two people to make a relationship work but only one person to destroy a relationship.
The lie, "it takes two to tango" hurts women impacted by abuse because it holds them partly responsible for the abuse. It is time to destroy this lie.
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I have seen this one trotted out every time I read an article about how a woman was abused if there is a comment section. Sometimes, in the article itself. I see journalists present articles about domestic violence as if "it takes two to tango". They will call an incident where a woman has been attacked a "dispute". This angers me very much because it perpetuates the idea that the woman must take "some responsibility" (another one I see along the same lines) for what has happened.
I find this outrageous. Would you say that some tourists in New York city who get mugged were having a "dispute" with a mugger? Really? Like it is a difference of opinion instead of a crime committed by a criminal or criminals?
I wish that journalists would be a lot more careful in the language they use, because I think it has a huge impact on society who read these articles and form opinions and impressions. That phrase "It takes two to tango", to me, is the typical attitude of those who want to blame women for abuse.
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Thank you for this wonderful article.
I'm both a psychotherapist AND a survivor of a covert narcissistically abusive relationship, perhaps more than one.
Nothing gets me more upset then when colleagues in my field try to tell me that it Takes Two to Tango. I've tried to explain myself, but they seem to shut off their willingness to hear about it. Your article says it so beautifully.
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I was diagnosed most of my life with I.B.S....had my first colonoscopy at age 39 ! No problems seen. Time goes on and I move out of state, begin to have severe loose bowels (sometimes 8-8 times a day). A had a G.I. Doctor that would not give up on me...another colonoscopy, then blood work, then an endoscopy....BAMB !! celiac disease at age 56 !!!---now totally gluten-free. Researched my family history, realized my diseased dad must have had it, too. I just have been operated on for acute/severe diverticulitis. Not easy getting enough fiber being a celiac. It is a journey, but I will share my story with anyone that will listen. Never give up !!
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Paulinus (died 644) played the principal role in the conversion of Northumberland, which by 625 had become the most powerful of the Anglo-Saxon kingdoms, stretching from the Humber to the Firth of Forth, and from the North Sea to the Pennines.
Unusually for someone of that period, we have an idea of Paulinus's appearance. The Venerable Bede described him as "tall, with a slight stoop, black hair, a thin face, a slender aquiline nose, at once venerable and awe-inspiring in appearance".
Probably he had once been a priest in Rome. Certainly he was a member of the second mission which Pope Gregory sent to Kent, in 601.
For the next 24 years nothing is known about Paulinus. Evidently, though, he built a reputation, for when, in 625, Princess Ethelberga of Kent married the pagan King Edwin of Northumbria, Paulinus travelled north with her.
Perhaps he had been the mastermind behind this match's deeper purpose, to secure the conversion of Edwin. This proved difficult, for the king had prospered as a heathen. Even encouraging letters sent to Edwin and Ethelberga by Pope Boniface V did not prove conclusive. Bede describes how the king "used to sit alone for hours, deliberating which religion he should follow".
In 626 Paulinus claimed some Christian credit for the safe birth of a daughter to Edwin and Ethelberga. The baby princess was baptised, and the king promised to follow suit if his forthcoming campaign against the West Saxons proved successful.
Yet after the enemy was put to flight Edwin still hesitated. Clearly worried about the political implications of conversion, he called a council.
One of his advisers made a powerful speech in which he compared the heathen life to the passage of a lone sparrow which momentarily flies out of the wintry storms into the warm and hospitable banqueting hall, before winging out again into the darkness.
After that the pagan high priest, no doubt heavily lent upon, renounced his religion, and destroyed his idols.
On Easter Day, April 12 627, in a timber chapel erected at York, King Edwin was finally baptised, "together with all the nobility and a large number of humbler folk".
Subsequently Paulinus became the first Bishop of York. He pursued his Northumbrian mission for six more years, during which the temporary wooden chapel began its evolution into York Minster.
Paulinus also preached in Lincolnshire. Such was his prestige that, around 630, he was called upon to consecrate a fellow Italian, Honorius, as Archbishop of Canterbury.
In October 633, however, King Edwin was slain in battle by the forces of the paganissimus King Penda of Mercia. Paulinus fled with Queen Ethelberga back to Kent, where Archbishop Honorius returned the favour by installing him as Bishop of Rochester.


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BELTON, Texas – Hardin-Simmons' men's basketball team made a late run at Mary Hardin-Baylor but eventually fell 105-93 in American Southwest Conference action at the Mayborn Campus Center in Belton.
UMHB used 52.5 percent shooting in the first half to jump out to a 53-37 lead at halftime. The Cru pushed the lead out to 70-49 with 13:48 to play before the Cowboys started a furious comeback.
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Spoon scored 25 points for the Cowboys and went over the 1,000-point mark for his career. He now has 1,013 career points. He also needs six more 3-pointers to set the HSU career record.
Joe Hoeup scored a career-best 31 points and hauled in 11 rebounds for HSU. Keenan Holdman added 18 points and Chris Barrett had 12 points.
Brian Long led the Cru with 25 points and 12 rebounds. Sam Moore added 23 points off the bench and Lakendric Hyson added 20 points.
HSU is now 8-14 overall and 6-8 in conference play. UMHB improved to 16-6 overall and 9-5 in ASC action. The Cowboys will host ASC West leader Sul Ross State on Thursday at the Mabee Complex.
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CAZENOVIA, N.Y. - The Gallaudet men's and women's swimming & diving teams will head north this weekend for the 2017 North Eastern Athletic Conference (NEAC) championships (Feb. 10-12) at Cazenovia College in the Stephen M. Schneeweiss Athletic Complex.
The preliminary rounds will begin each day at 10 a.m., followed by the championship round races starting at 6 p.m. except on Sunday, Feb. 12, when the championship rounds will begin at 4:45 p.m. The three-day championships will also be livestreamed and can be viewed at the following link: https://livestream.com/cazenoviacollege/2017neacswimminganddiving.
GU's women's swimming and diving team finished 4-8 overall and 1-3 in NEAC competition this year. Last year, the Bison finished the three-day championship meet in fifth place after accumulating 253 points in 20 events. Cazenovia swam away with the NEAC championship in 2016 with 730 points. Wells College came in a distant second with 399 points followed by SUNY Cobleskill with 329 points and Cedar Crest College with 304 points.
Gallaudet's men's swimming and diving team went 4-6 overall and 2-1 in NEAC competition during the 2016-17 regular season. At the NEAC championships in 2016 the Bison finished in third place with a total of 345 points in 20 events. Wells College took the title with 508.5 points while SUNY Cobleskill came in a close second with 506.5 points. The host Wildcats came in a distant fourth with 83 points.
"The team has worked hard to prepare for the NEAC championships, especially during the Winter Break when they trained four hours per day for two weeks," said Gallaudet swimming and diving coach Larry Curran. "Following the last meet (Jan. 21), they focused on quality and began to reduce the overall distance swum in each practice. Finally, the focus shifted to racing and racing techniques while resting for the upcoming competition. They are well prepared and looking for personal and season best times."
Gallaudet last won a NEAC swimming championship in 2014 when the Bison men's team won their third title. GU men's titles earned came in 2010-11, 2011-12 and 2013-14. The Gallaudet women's team has one NEAC title (2010-11).
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IES Abroad's mission is simple: to provide you with the best study abroad program possible—which includes the highest quality academic and cultural experiences. That is why we partnered with Dublin City University.
DCU courses are generally worth 5 ECTS credits each (2.5 IES Abroad credits); the conversion is 1 IES Abroad credit for every 2 ECTS credits. You register for 15-19 IES Abroad credits.
You can view a sample list of the DCU Module List.
Most modules are linked to more complete course information online. Lab courses are not available to visiting students, including IES Abroad students. Course codes are as follows:
- Humanities (HMSAO)
- Business (BSSAO)
- Engineering and Computing (ECSAO)
- Science and Health (SHSAO)
Courses are available within the following departments:
- DCU Business School
- Faculty of Engineering and Computing
- Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences
- Faculty of Science and Health
Unfortunately, lab courses are not available to visiting students, including IES Abroad students.
Partner Institution(s)
Dublin City University (DCU)
Founded in 1980, Dublin City University (DCU) has made its mark as a leader in Ireland's educational system. Ireland's Sunday Times named DCU University of the Year for 2010. It hosts approximately 10,000 students and boasts a number of research centers which collaborate with domestic and international universities. The Helix, Ireland's largest art center, is based on campus.
Located in north Dublin, DCU occupies an expansive 85-acre campus with state-of-the-art facilities. Because it is served by several bus routes between north Dublin and south Dublin, the campus is very accessible.
Advising & Support
In a direct enrollment program, you are enrolled as a full-time student at one of our international partner institutions. Even though your local host institution is where you'll take your classes, we're still here to fully support you.
Choosing and directly enrolling in courses abroad can be confusing and overwhelming. This is why we offer you predeparture advising that's specific to your needs. Our goal is to provide support and guidance throughout your application and enrollment process.
On-Site Staff
As an IES Abroad student directly enrolled at local Irish universities, you have access to the IES Abroad Dublin Center and staff who are specifically dedicated to your needs. Our on-site staff work with you and your local institution to answer any questions about academic requirements, housing, or well-being and safety.
Our support services for direct enrollment students are specifically designed to help you achieve your study abroad goals. We know studying abroad is an adventure, and at times, you may need help or just someone to talk to — that's why our staff is there for you.
Field Trips & Events
Even though your adventure starts in Dublin, our field trips take you beyond the city to discover the culture and traditions of your host country. You share a portion of the cost with IES Abroad. Here are a few possible destinations.
Northern Ireland
3 days | Fall and Spring
Take a guided tour of Belfast, visit the Giant's Causeway (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) and explore the countryside on a Game of Thrones experience tour.
Causey Farm
1 Day | Fall and Spring
Visit an open farm where you will have the chance to try Irish dancing, bake traditional Irish bread, learn to play an Irish drum called the bodhrán, and jump in a bog.
Celtic Origins of Halloween
1 Day | Fall only
Join a guided tour of historic sites around County Meath where the festival of Samhain (more commonly known today as Halloween) originated more than 2,000 years ago.
IES Abroad field trip destinations, activities, and lengths of stay may vary according to term and availability.
Daily Life
Part of making you feel at home in Dublin is doing our best to help you feel safe and cared for. Whether it is an orientation program that makes you feel prepared, housing that is well-located and comfortable, or the field trips that take you to places off the beaten path—we're all about our student services. This is just one of the things we're known for.
The program begins with an orientation that introduces you to the IES Abroad Dublin staff, your fellow students, and the city of Dublin.
Our Comprehensive Orientation & Re-Entry Experience (CORE™) begins right when you arrive and continues through the semester with activities focusing on academic and cultural adjustment. Detailed information about housing, public transportation, culture, health and safety, and other important topics are also covered.
You also take guided tours around the Center and areas of interest in Dublin as part of your orientation.
You will also participate in DCU's orientation program for international students.
We want to make sure that your greatest challenge is deciding which landmarks to see first or discovering the best café—not finding a place to live where you feel comfortable. We do our best to locate housing that is reflective of how the local students are living. Our goal is that when you leave Dublin, it will feel like home.
Student Apartments - You live in student apartments in a residence hall near campus with local and international students. The apartment suites are fully furnished and have fully-equipped kitchens. You will have your own private bedroom and share the unit with up to three roommates which may be of mixed gender. However, you will be able to indicate on your IES Abroad Housing Form if you have any accommodation requirements in relation to this. Each unit offers an internet connection in all bedroom and common areas. Meal plans are not included.
Extracurricular Activities & Cultural Events
University Clubs & Events
While you're in Dublin, joining a social or sports club is a great way to meet local students. DCU offers many clubs and societies to help you integrate into the local campus culture, including everything from Astronomy Club to Ultimate Frisbee.
Get to Know Your New City
Take a Day Trip
Just a short train ride away are the towns of Howth, Dun Laoghaire and more. Let the explorer in you roam, and hike along the coast.
Catch a Live Performance
From traditional folk music to cutting-edge theatre, Dublin has it all. Venture to the theatre, or enjoy live music at your local pub.
Taste the Local Food
Irish stew, shepherd's pie, boxty, and more—sink your teeth into the various fresh and delicious foods of Dublin.
Visit the Book of Kells
See this lavishly illustrated manuscript, located in the beautiful Trinity College Library.
Explore the Neighborhoods
Walk along the River Liffey, and meander through the city. Be sure to stop at Fitzwilliam Square and Merrion Square for the famous colorful painted doors.
Program Cost
Consider these prices as a starting point. We encourage you to contact your study abroad office to determine the actual cost to you when factoring in financial aid, scholarships, your home school policies, and other factors.
Scholarships & Aid
Program-Specific Scholarships
John Gearen Need-Based Dublin or Developing Regions Scholarship
John Gearen, a member of the IES Abroad Board of Directors for many years and past chair of the Board for six years, is a leading real estate attorney and Rhodes Scholar who is involved in numerous philanthropic causes. Mr. Gearen has generously established this scholarship to support students who have an interest in studying on an IES Abroad Center in a developing region of the world (Argentina, Chile, China, Ecuador, Ireland, Morocco, or South Africa).
Dr. William Louis Gaines Need-Based History or International Relations Scholarship
This scholarship is named in honor of Dr. William Louis Gaines, President of IES Abroad from 1974-1992. Dr. Gaines was dedicated to strengthening IES Abroad's academic framework, broadening the scope of IES Abroad locations, and securing the financial foundation of the organization.
Open to students majoring in History or International Relations.
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The Study Abroad Scholarship for Future Engineers was established by an anonymous donor to encourage more engineering students to have the enriching, life changing experience of study abroad.
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The IES Abroad Dublin Center occupies a red-brick Victorian building that was originally a post office and has been completely renovated. The Center is walking distance from St. Stephen's Green and Trinity College.
Features include:
- High-speed Internet, printer, photocopier and scanner access
- A student lounge with study desks
- 4 laptops and 2 desktops
- Classrooms
- A small library and travel planning area
Our Staff
Megan Markey
Center Director
Megan Markey earned an MBA in Education Management from the Institute of Education, University of London and a Masters in Sociology from University College Dublin. Employed by IES Abroad since 2004, Megan teaches our service learning seminar, Service Learning: Youth Engagement and Education in Ireland. She has also taught qualitative research for the Sociology Department at University College Dublin. Megan was the Assistant Director of the Dublin Center from 2010-2014 and became the Center Director in 2015.
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