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The landmark play and its sequel chronicle life in Laramie, Wyo., after the murder of gay student Matthew Shepard
A few years before he joined the faculty at MiraCosta College in Oceanside, director Eric Bishop was serving as a college theater festival judge in Laramie, Wyo., in 1999, when the city was in the grip of a media firestorm.
Aaron McKinney, one of two men charged with killing gay college student Matthew Shepard, was on trial and playwright Moises Kaufman and members of Colorado's Tectonic Theater Project were in town interviewing local residents for a documentary-style play that would premiere the following year, "The Laramie Project."
This month, Bishop is returning to Laramie by directing San Diego's first fully staged production of that play's sequel, "The Laramie Project: Ten Years Later," at MiraCosta.
Bishop said producing the play is a terrific full circle experience for him because he met Kaufman backstage at that 1999 theater festival, held on the campus that Shepard attended, the University of Wyoming. And one of the young actors Bishop was judging in the university's production of the landmark gay play "Angels in America," Jedidiah Schultz, ended up as a character in "The Laramie Project."
The original play featured interviews with Laramie residents coming to grips with the horrific 1998 hate crime — McKinney and co-conspirator Russell Henderson posed as gay to lure Shepard out of a bar, then severely beat him, tied him to a fence and left him to die — and how it had tarnished their city's reputation. The 2009 sequel, "Ten Years Later," revisited the city on the 10th anniversary of Shepard's death. In the intervening years, the Tectonic team found that gay citizens had achieved some progress, but still faced prejudice, and many residents and the two convicted murderers were recasting Shepard's murder as a robbery gone wrong, not a gay-bashing.
"Ten Years Later" was first seen locally at La Jolla Playhouse in an all-star staged reading directed by former Old Globe Director Darko Tresnjak that co-starred Richard Dreyfuss, Robert Foxworth and Mare Winningham. At MiraCosta, Bishop decided to produce "Ten Years Later" in a full production and present the original "Laramie Project" as a staged reading so audiences have the opportunity to see both plays (on Saturday and April 27, the two plays will be presented in order).
"Even though 'Ten Years Later' is a sequel, I believe that it is a good enough play to stand alone without necessitating familiarity with the original. I did want to make the original play available to audiences who will want to see the entire cycle. Since 'The Laramie Project' is substantial in content, depth and length, it was going to be impossible to produce both as full productions in a four-week rehearsal period, so (a staged reading) seemed like the perfect solution," Bishop said.
To bring drama to the production, Bishop has brought in La Jolla Symphony cellist Terri Parsons to perform onstage with the actors, and scenic designer Andrew Layton has created a multilevel stage with "big sky" projection design that Bishop said will "have audience members talking."
Bishop said he selected the play for production last year because he likes to produce socially relevant theater and to celebrate MiraCosta's focus on diversity and mutual respect. He said it's just a coincidence that the play is coming to the stage just as the U.S. Supreme Court is considering California's ban on gay marriage.
Bishop said the student actors in his cast — many of whom were unfamiliar with the Shepard case — have embraced the script and its message of tolerance.
"At our first read-through, we had several student self-disclose that they were gay or had similarly been targeted for violence or bullying ... I have also watched students who admitted to being previously homophobic transform their views toward tolerance, acceptance and now, equal rights advocacy. Since then, the cast has been remarkably tight. It is a beautiful thing to honor and respect all who are part of this process," he said.
Did you know? "The Laramie Project: Ten Years Later" had its premiere simultaneously at 150 theaters worldwide, including La Jolla Playhouse, on Oct. 12, 2009 — the 11th anniversary of Matthew Shepard's death.
"The Laramie Project: Ten Years Later"
When: Preview: 7:30 p.m. April 18. Performances: 7:30 p.m. April 19-20 and April 25-27; 2 p.m. April 21 and 28
Tickets: $12 general; $10 seniors; $8 students and preview
"The Laramie Project"
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"Waiting On Wednesday" is a weekly event, hosted over at Breaking the Spine, that spotlights upcoming releases we're eagerly anticipating.
Wednesday, June 8, 2016
Waiting on Wednesday: Arcana Rising by Kresley Cole
"Waiting On Wednesday" is a weekly event, hosted over at Breaking the Spine, that spotlights upcoming releases we're eagerly anticipating.
This week, what's really got my pages in a twist is...
(Arcana Chronicles #4)
Publication Date: August 15, 2016
Paperback, Valkyrie Press
Genres: YA, Dystopian, Paranormal
Losses mount and deadly new threats converge in this fourth action-packed tale of the Arcana Chronicles by #1 New York Times bestseller Kresley Cole.
When the battle is done . . .
The Emperor unleashed hell and annihilated an army, jeopardizing the future of mankind--but Circe struck back. The epic clash between them devastates the Arcana world and nearly kills Evie, separating her from her allies.
And all hope is lost . . .
With Aric missing and no sign that Jack and Selena escaped Richter's reach, Evie turns more and more to the darkness lurking inside her. Two Arcana emerge as game changers: one who could be her salvation, the other her worst nightmare.
Vengeance becomes everything.
To take on Richter, Evie must reunite with Death and mend their broken bond. But as she learns more about her role in the future--and her chilling past--will she become a monster like the Emperor? Or can Evie and her allies rise up from Richter's ashes, stronger than ever before?
My Thoughts
This book. Ugh. I didn't even think we were going to get a fourth Arcana book this year considering there was no news for months upon months, even when it was well into 2016. Additionally, book three, Dead of Winter, released in winter of 2015, but this one isn't getting released until August of 2016.
So. Much. Frustration.
After where the third one left off, I'm past ready to pick this book up. #TeamJackFTW
What book are you waiting for this Wednesday?
Labels: 2016 release, dystopian, paranormal, sequels, waiting on wednesday, young adult
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I really need to read a book by this author as she is going to be at the NOLA StoryCon in September that I'm going to get to meet her. Great pick!ReplyDelete
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Ha! Team Arin. ;) I saw this - and the novella - up on Amazon! It's interesting to see that Simon & Schuster are no longer publishing the rest of the series. I'm looking forward to reading this one. I think. I HATE love triangles, but I need to know. :D I hope you enjoy this book when you get the chance to read it!ReplyDelete
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ALBUM LAUNCH: Well-Timed: In Am Trátha
21 Aug. 2015 by admin
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We're very excited to announce that our latest album 'Well-Timed: In Am Trátha' will be launched in Dolan's in Limerick on the 19th of September and in The Cobblestone in Dublin on the 25th of September.
ALBUM LAUNCH: Cluain Amhrán / Meadow of Song
19 Jul. 2014 by admin
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Elaine Cormican, member of Líadan, will be releasing her debut solo album Cluain Amhrán/Meadow of Song on 25th July at Pulses of Tradition, Triskel Christchurch, Cork @ 8.00pm.
This album has already received outstanding reviews from well known Irish artists such as Seán Keane and Karan Casey.
The album is available to purchase here:
It may also be purchased from these outlets at the end of July:
- i-tunes
- Claddagh Records
- Celtic Note
facebook.com/Elaine Cormican Singer
Many thanks to Foras na Gaeilge and to The Arts Council for sponsoring our new CD, 'Casadh na Taoide'.
Casadh na Taoide/Turning the Tide
3 Apr. 2009 by admin
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We're delighted to announce that our new CD 'Casadh na Taoide/Turning the Tide' is here! We'll be launching it in Dolan's Warehouse in Limerick on the 18th of April, with subsequent launches in The Crane in Galway on the 23rd of April, and in Whelan's in Dublin on the 29th of April. Looking forward to seeing you all!


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A career within Private Company services, will provide the opportunity to help private companies with a range of business advisory needs such as audit, tax compliance, and planning to help improve their operational efficiency and to free up time that can be spent focusing on business strategy. You'll have the opportunity to experience the entire business life cycle of a private company from inception to growth, maturity and transition.
Our team helps our clients design and implement personal and customised service plans that are unique to privately owned entities, entrepreneurs, and high net worth individuals. You'll be assisting the team focus on key issues like wealth management, compliance, cash flow management, equity expansion, divestiture and exit strategies.
As a Senior Associate, you'll work as part of a team of problem solvers with extensive consulting and industry experience, helping our clients solve their complex business issues from strategy to execution. Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Proactively assist in the management of several clients, while reporting to Managers and above
Train and lead staff
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Demonstrates thorough knowledge and/or a proven record of success in day to day compliance and consulting for a variety of entities including corporations, partnerships, pass through entities, individual and Subchapter S corporations and first level reviews of compliance work papers.
Demonstrates thorough abilities and/or a proven record of success in having technical skills with FAS 109; identifying and addressing client needs such as actively participating in client discussions and meetings; communicating a broad range of Firm services; managing engagements including preparing concise, accurate documents and balancing project economics management with the occurrence of unanticipated issues. Demonstrated experience as a team leader: creating a positive environment by monitoring workloads of the team while meeting client expectations and respecting the work-life quality of team members; providing candid, meaningful feedback in a timely manner; and keeping leadership informed of progress and issues.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at PwC without regard to race; creed; color; religion; national origin; sex; age; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; genetic predisposition or carrier status; veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or any other status protected by law. PwC is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.
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11 Tips to Help You Read More Books
There are so many great books but so little time to read them. Here are some tricks to carve out the time to read more books.
For those who love reading, this is a real cross and delight. If every time you look at the pile of novels next to the bed just waiting to be opened or your digital library on the e-reader that grows exponentially every day you feel missing, we have gathered a series of useful tips to solve your current situation. Here are some tricks to read more and thin out the list of books to read. Then dispose of the list of books to read.
- First, read the easy books
The key is to build your confidence. If you start by reading an academic book of 1,000 pages, it will hurt your reading speed. Start with a short book, from 100 to 150 pages. Have a stack of them of different subjects. Commit yourself to reading one or two of them a week, and you will progressively improve. Eventually, you will add larger books to your collection, after building your trust.
Some books are complicated or difficult to digest. Autobiographies and difficult books are good examples of this. You will not want to mix with these books at first, especially while you are beginning to practice dynamic reading. Start small and grow!
- Bring the book you are always reading with you
There is always time to read, such as while going to work, just before having dinner, or even before going to bed. As soon as you have a moment, you can take out a book and read. This is especially true if you like to read digitally – so weight and portability are not a problem.
- Write a list of books to read
There is a sense of fulfilment and motivation if you always keep the list of the books you must read. You will always be able to refer to the list and provide recommendations to your friends. As time goes by, the list of books decreases and you turn yourself into an even stronger reader.
- Read more books at the same time
This strategy almost always works well. You can place multiple books in different parts of your home. Reading more books at a time keeps your mind fresh, it prevents you from getting bored, but above all it allows you to live in more literary worlds at the same time!
- "Live" your books
Whether you have a digital copy or printout in your hands, this can always offer multiple benefits. First, if you ever find yourself having to bring the book back to others, you will have a clear understanding about the main points at first sight; second, by reading a novel, you will find notes and past hints that could make you think. Even the others who will read that book will be able to see your point of view. And in any case, interacting with a novel helps you to retain more information.
- Share what you read
Reading is learning. By sharing what you have read with other people, you can also teach many things. It is precisely true with reading groups, transforming your reading experience into useful information to communicate to those who share your same passion. Remember, everyone gets different lessons from a book, and it is important that they all develop.
- Try the audiobooks
This advice could seem a way to escape from reading and listening to the stories that you love without making the "effort" to read. Instead, it has proven how important they can be. Thanks to audiobooks you can, for example, take advantage of dead times like during driving. And let's not forget the possibility of speeding up playback, to digest the book even faster.
- Keep your eyes open
In every place you see, you can always find new readings and books to read. It is the same even if you are abroad. You might come across a book in a different language. Read it, study it and share what you have learned with your friends.
- Make reading as your priority
If you want to read more, make reading become your priority. The book on the bedside table must come before TV, social networks and even rest. Everyone has 24 hours each day. Try to make the most of every break to dedicate yourself to your favorite passion!
- Participate in a book club
Fix an appointment to dedicate to reading. Reading with others, as well as sharing thoughts and opinions about what you are reading, can be really stimulating. And it is also useful because if you are faced with a lackluster period, having goals helps you not to give up in frustration.
- Organize reading marathons
There are days in which to concentrate is more difficult. On days like this, try to commit only for a defined number of minutes. Set the timer for 20 minutes read. Doing so, you will not get tired too much and make your reading as productive as possible.


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noun, plural: vertebrae, vertebras
Any of the irregular bony structure with some hyaline cartilage that make up the vertebral column
(anatomy) Of or pertaining to a vertebra
The vertebral column is one of the distinctive structural features of vertebrates. The vertebral column is made up a series of vertebrae.
A vertebra is an irregular bone with some hyaline cartilage component. The typical vertebra has the following parts: a body and a vertebral (neural) arch with several processes (e.g. articular, transverse, spinous). Separating adjacent bodies of vertebrae is an intervertebral disc, which forms a fibrocartilage joint to allow slight movement. The processes in the vertebrae provide structural rigidity. When spinal vertebrae articulate, intervertebral foramen is formed.
Vertebrae may be classified according to their position in the vertebral column. In humans, the vertebral column is comprised of 33 vertebrae. The spinal vertebrae include 7 cervical vertebrae, 12 thoracic vertebrae, and 5 lumbar vertebrae. The vertebrae at the bottom of the vertebral column are fused at maturity. Five sacral vertebrae are fused and form the sacrum. And the four coccygeal vertebrae are fused, forming the coccyx.
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Related term(s):
- Rugger jersey vertebra
- Vertebra dentata
- Basilar vertebra
- Centrum of a vertebra
- Vertebra vera
- True vertebra
- Ivory vertebra
- Pedicle of arch of vertebra
- Vertebra prominens reflex
- Block vertebra
- Picture frame vertebra
- Vertebral artery
- Vertebral arch
- Accessory vertebral vein
- Atlantic part of vertebral artery
- Vertebral column
- Vertebral pulp
- Vertebral polyarthritis
- Vertebral plexus
- Vertebral part of diaphragm
- Vertebral notch
- Vertebral nerve
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February 11, 2016
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How have smartphones made our lives better?
Sometimes being online all the time and in constant contact with our friends, family and loved ones can feel like overload.
It can be relaxing to take a break from your smartphone every now and then, just to get some respite from the intensity of life in the information age.
Indeed, those old enough to remember life before the smartphone – or even the internet – may get nostalgic for a time when we didn't have 24/7 access to so much information at our fingertips.
However, there is no denying that the world is now a different place from the one it was before Steve Jobs announced the original iPhone back in 2007 and popularised touchscreen devices.
With this in mind, we thought it would be timely to offer a reminder of some of the ways in which smartphones have improved our lives – and the conveniences we wouldn't want to be without.
Good quality cameras
The benefits of having a camera with you at all times cannot be overstated. No matter where you are, you or a friend will be on hand to immortalise a moment forever.
With old film cameras, people would understandably tend to be much more selective over what they would capture on camera. While it is easy to mock the deluge of photos on social media sites such as Facebook, Twitter and Instagram, it gives us access to a much broader library of treasured memories.
The fact that smartphone cameras are usually of a decent standard should not be overlooked either. You always have the option of spending hundreds on professional-grade equipment and get a much richer image, but the images taken on smartphones are more than adequate for most people's needs.
Keeping you safe
Walking home at night can be made safer with the assistance of a smartphone. For starters, the tracking feature of the handset itself will be able to keep a record of where you are. Extra protection can be offered by personal safety apps like bSafe, which has a 'Follow Me' live GPS trace so your friends will know you got home okay.
Of course, it is better to be safe than sorry – and instead of walking home alone at night you can always take a taxi, which can easily be ordered through dedicated apps.
The ability to do so many different things in one place – from checking your email, texting friends, checking the weather and making appointments to doing the big food shop – is not to be underestimated.
A study from market research firm Harris Interactive found that all of this convenience can save people around 88 minutes a day – building up to an impressive total of 22 days per year. This does not mean we are just more efficient workers, as lots of fun is being had with this extra time – such as playing your favourite mobile games.
Convenience of information access
Access to the internet via a smartphone means it really does feel like the entirety of human knowledge is available at your fingertips.
This is convenient for settling trivial dinner arguments such as who directed a certain film or what the average height of a person is, or for conducting more important research.
It also means you can find out what time the last bus home is, or what's on at the cinema without having to make a trek across town or returning home.
Changing how we think
All of this really does change the way we think. A study published in the American Association for the Advancement of Science journal Science found that constant access to so much information means we are more likely to remember how we can access information, rather than various bits of trivia.


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Flourish. Now Available for Instant Digital Download.
I'm seeing some beautifully colored pages appearing on Facebook! Thank you!
Flourish. Now Available for Instant Digital Download.
I'm seeing some beautifully colored pages appearing on Facebook! Thank you!
So….I've got two more pages up and available for instant download – that means you just print them out on whatever paper you like and GET COLORING! Easy Peasy!
I'd love to see your colored versions, so be sure to let me know! Have fun!
My 5th and probably, favorite coloring page just went live in my Etsy shop…..
Adorable Owls, with pretty Botanical's and a little hint of Summer Time Bee's all in an instant PDF you can print out on your choice of paper and start coloring however you like. You can even add some tangles if coloring isn't your thing. Your PDF will print out without the center watermark. I'd love to see this once you've colored it in, so be sure to let me know!
Next time you read this blog….I'm hoping to have become a CZT!
Because commenter Barb asked……Gnome Home, complete with guardian Owl is now available for instant Download.
I'm so excited to be able to offer my work as coloring pages and I would be really thrilled to see how they're getting colored in, so please let me know if you do! And thanks for the request, Barb!
Now available for instant download….
Dragonfly surrounded by beautiful flowers – ready for you to color or doodle to your hearts content! (pdf will not have watermark)
This time next week, my friend Karen and I will be on a Road-Trip to Providence, Rhode Island to attend the CZT Seminar #20! Soooooo excited. We have been waiting since November when we signed up and it seemed so far away then. I'll be really thrilled to add the "CZT" after my name soon!
Two more coloring pages completed this week –
They join this one completed last weekend
If you had to choose – which one would you like to see uploaded into my etsy shop first? They will be available in PDF format, which seems to be universally available, priced at $1.50 each. Instantly downloadable so you can get coloring or filling with tangle patterns right away!
Here is a WIP…..I've a little more to do on it, but this will be the first of what I hope are many new coloring pages.
I'm not sure whether to offer the pages individually, but still include them in book form when I have enough of them, making the book more economical? And the learning curve on editing is getting better – it takes a bit of time, but hopefully that will improve. This, of course, isn't really edited or cleaned up.
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In the year of yet another extensive visit by the Boss, his influence continues to embed itself in guitar based music right across the spectrum. On the back of Eric Church's 'Springsteen', Clubhouse Records Nebraska Sessions and even a folk cover of 'Dancing in the Dark' by Ruth Moody, Jay Leighton name checks New Jersey's finest in the stand out track from his exceptionally well put together debut album.
True, this record gets off to a cracking start with the classic, optimistic and upbeat number 'Wish I Was Springsteen' but while this fabulous song sets such a high standard, the rest of HOURS doesn't disappoint. In this release that sees Jay rejuvenate his passion for music, the singer-songwriter/guitarist from Bradford draws on all his influences to hone in a sound that endorses factions of indie pop rock as well as tipping its hat to pioneers of the alt-country/Americana movement. In fact the Americana UK website promoted 'Don't Look Back' as the headline track on its monthly promotional CD.
All ten tracks on this album have an ingrained substance that encourages you to keep the repeat button on as Jay effortlessly switches from swirling guitar anthems to atmospheric ballads which you could envisage captivating audiences in much larger venues than he is currently frequenting. 'Cause and Consequence' with its additional keyboard input fits the model of the latter while 'The Devil and I' rattles along at a rhythmic pace with an incredibly catchy chorus.
In his website bio, Jay lists among his influences Nirvana, Smashing Pumpkins and Nick Drake but constant listening to this fairly compact album continually draws up comparisons with the mid 2000's sound of Keane and Editors. The infectious harmonies are very reminiscent of the former's debut release while the guitar work has all the hallmark of the latter. Obviously there is going to be a little Manic Street Preachers influence as their producer Greg Haver took over the steering helm and it is to his credit that such a big production sound emerged from what started out as just Jay and his acoustic guitar. The album moves to its finishing line in a more reflective mood exchanging bouts of melancholy with the positive vibes of legacy, especially in 'Pictures and Memories' and 'Painting Flowers' which brings the proceedings to a suitable conclusion. However by leaving the repeat button on you soon return to the desire of being 'Springsteen or James Dean'.
This album has widespread appeal that can unite indie/pop/rock fans as well as engaging those looking for a little left field alt-country rock. Jay perfectly combines his powerful vocals with a rousing but not overtly thrashing guitar sound and you do wonder where this album could have ended up with a little pedal steel added by some further Americana influence. However the knockout melodies give this album the necessary leverage to ensure a highly enjoyable listening experience and give the impetus for Jay Leighton to create more outstanding music in the future.


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"A big part of the problem was the fact that senior editors that put out the paper every night were denied access to weekly circulation figures that used to be handed out to a select few. Quebecor put an end to this practice after the tail-spinning numbers became a not-so-secret shame.
"These exact figures often proved something that many in the building (shurly not editorial board types, publishers and former city hall/Queen's Park typists) refused to believe: POLITICS DOES NOT SELL NEWSPAPERS. It never has. It never will. Despite that fact, politics was often pushed hard by the types that had to face other executroids outside the walls of 333 King.
"Other than political sex/cash scandals and election night coverage, readers could not give a rat's about political machinations. Was Miller's announcement worth the front? Absolutely. Did it deserve 10 pages . . . maybe not so much. Did it sell any more papers on a comparative basis? I tend to doubt it.
"What the circulation sheet showed week in, week out, was what any good tab editor knew sold: Sex, drugs and rock 'n' roll. Crime. Better yet, celebrity crime. Celebrity death. Politicians caught with their pants down or their hands out (sometimes both!). Beautiful women.
(One weather picture of a bikini-clad woman under a fountain jacked circulation by 30K one day and caught the eye of The Donald who we then set up with for a meeting and spun it into another great front).
"Even, oh my god, the SunShine Girl (that franchise now sadly relegated to the back page smaller than many of the celebrity head shots despite it being the Top 10 hits of every web chart for Sun Media.)
"These were the staples of The Sun and what reader's of The Sun always wanted. Water cooler stories. Hey Martha stories, as the late-great Lloyd Kemp used to call them.
"Just a few random thoughts . . ."
Thank you for your comments. The broadsheet boys in command today have, indeed, lost the Sun's successful tabloid formula touch.


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And as promised, a few behind the scenes snaps from that gloriously fun day...
(That last one was stolen from Tara I think.) My brain is not itself first thing on a sunday so I forgot to take my dslr along - hence all the instagram business - BUT a massive shout out to the Le Fanciulle ladies Steph and Trish who have been filling their blog with so much Restyle goodness, including spotlights on each blogger plus the amazing crew who put the whole thing together. The below picture is theirs, and be sure to trot along here if you crave some more My-Little-Pony-hair close ups.
Only two more days until the whole thing gets going! August is going to be hectic, in the best possible way. Being the organisational nut I am I've already catologued all the items I've bought and planned most of the outfits - you can tell I'm excited about something when there's cataloguing involved. Nerd.
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Windows shutting for programmers who lack business savvy
Software developers may need to shed their "geek mentality" for career's sake.
If you're a language-happy Windows developer, consider this sobering reality: Core coding skills no longer guarantee that you'll keep your job, much less advance your career. Hiring managers say you'd be better off acquiring some practical business sense, rather than adding more libraries to your programming arsenal.
During the heady days of the dot-com bubble, software coders were hot commodities. But once the bubble burst and the economy headed south, many of those same developers found that they were suddenly considered a lot less valuable.
"Our industry for the past 10 or 12 years has been one of a geek mentality, where coders were treated like talented children," said Greg Brill, president of Infusion Development Corp. in New York.
"Writing code is easy. What the industry needs is professionals -- people who can code but, more importantly, know how to work with a client to ascertain what's needed and then devise a software solution."
As information technology companies try to flatten costs and accelerate productivity, the software engineering trade is being transformed. If you're like the stereotypical programmer -- introverted, independent-minded and myopically focused on writing software code -- then don't be surprised if your career starts to stagnate. Conversely, developers with hands-on experience in product rollouts, productivity follow-ups and customer service remain in demand.
Formal training is one way to help expand your knowledge base, but don't pin all your hopes on it. Having an armload of certifications may not help you if you can't connect them to your company's need for profit.
"You can have someone who's certified in all the Microsoft languages, but there's nothing like real experience within a real development environment," said Scott Testa, president of Mindbridge Software Corp. in King of Prussia, Pa.
"Smart developers learn more from their peers than they ever do in a classroom environment."
Kester Software Inc., a wireless application services provider in Indianapolis, puts less emphasis on programming diversity than on a candidate's ability to tackle customer problems, especially through teamwork. Paul McKinney, Kester's president said, "I would rather hire someone who is a little less technical but has some business savvy. We really want someone who understands what it means to work with tech document writers and analysts to get the work done."
There was a time when programmers could specialize in one or two programming languages. Not so anymore, said Forrest Shue, a partner with Delta Corporate Services Inc. of Parsippany, N.J.
"When I started learning Windows and PowerBuilder 15 years ago, there weren't many choices for Windows development, so it was a good bet to become an expert," he said. "Now, if you became an expert in ASP or Java, there's a real danger people are going to say 'so what?'"
Instead of waiting for exact specifications before starting a given coding project, programmers are being called upon to get involved earlier by making presentations to clients, estimating task schedules, performing risk assessments and handling other project-related tasks. Shue said that engineers need to embrace these new responsibilities.
John Robbins, chief executive officer of New Hampshire-based Wintellect, said that most organizations fail to do necessary "productivity postmortems" after a project is completed. Engineers boost their value to an organization when they can provide detailed suggestions on ways to tighten the production cycle or cut costs.
"It's a scary thing to get a project done and out the door. Following up on projects after the fact helps you learn what was done well and what needs to be changed," Robbins said.
The best path to career growth may be to leave programming, at least temporarily, for a stint in management. Developers may shudder at the thought, but seeing life from the "dark side" of management provides an important perspective that could make you a more well-rounded programmer, said Robbins, whose company specializes in debugging Windows .NET and other Windows programs.
Robbins remembers how all the "stupid things" his boss asked him when he was a programmer instantly made sense when Robbins himself started managing projects. The managerial experience forced Robbins to learn new aspects of the product development cycle: assessment and testing, user needs and marketing.
"The one thing I keep hearing from developers is 'I just want to focus on the technology,' and they completely miss the big picture," Robbins said. "Fundamentally, an engineer's job is to apply technology to make money for the company. Being in management forces you to deal with that.
"If you can turn around and then go back into engineering, you're worth your weight in gold."
Garry Kranz is a freelance technology writer. He lives in Richmond, Va.


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Starbucks is giving out free coffee if you bring a reusable mug in honor of Earth Day. Did you get yours? I sure did! I enjoyed my bold coffee with a Banana Nut Vitatop!
Also, Happy Good Friday! I have to pack tonight to head home to my Mom's house in Pennsylvania tomorrow for Easter weekend. Joe has to work, so he can't come. I wish we could spend Easter together, but I am also very excited to see my Mom because it has been over a month since I've seen her! Only two more days until I can shove peanut butter down my throat!
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A new Twin Peaks book written by series co-creator Mark Frost will reveal more details on Audrey's storyline in the recent revival series. Twin Peaks: The Return featured many of the original cast reprising their roles, from Kyle MacLachlan's Agent Cooper to director David Lynch returning as Gordon Cole. Sherilyn Fenn also came back as fan favorite Audrey Horne, but the character's story during the new season left many confused.
Audrey didn't show up until episode 12, where she's constantly trying to convince her downtrodden husband to take to the Roadhouse. When they finally arrive, Audrey performs her famous dance from the original series - before seemingly waking up in some kind of hospital room. Her story is entirely separate from the main action, and she doesn't even share a scene with evil son Richard Horne.
Her cryptic story left many baffled, but a new canon book called Twin Peaks: The Final Dossier (via Vulture) fills in various blanks for the character between the end of season 2 and the beginning of The Return. The book reveals Audrey was left in a coma following the bank explosion at end of season w. During her near month-long coma, she was raped by Agent Cooper's evil double, leaving her pregnant with Richard.
Following this, Audrey largely withdrew from others in Twin Peaks. She opened a beauty salon in town, and when Richard turned 10 she suddenly married her accountant, but according to the book it was far from a happy marriage, with "troubling accounts of public scenes, heavy drinking, verbal abuse, and sexual infidelity." Four years prior to The Return, she closed the salon and withdrew from public life completely, with unconfirmed rumors claiming she went to a private care facility.
The above information seems to confirm certain fan theories about Audrey's whereabouts, with the character being committed to a private care home. This storyline was one of the most speculated upon from the series, with neither Lynch nor Fenn being drawn on what Audrey's scenes meant. The Final Dossier book promises to reveal more secrets from the show, for those who want to dig a little deeper into series lore.
The Return left plenty for viewers to chew on, from open-ended mysteries to the finale's abrupt ending. Frost recently commented on the intention behind the Twin Peaks: The Return's ending, where Cooper finds himself in a strange alternate reality with a woman who looks exactly like Laura Palmer. While a new season of Twin Peaks is far from certain, both Frost and Lynch appear open to the idea; they just need a break from the show for now.
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Lake Garda is always busy and for several reasons: crystal clear waters, mild climate and spectacular views. Book one of the holiday parks were it is fully equipped and just steps from the lake!
Thousands of foreign tourists spend their summer holidays in the largest lake in Italy. It's not so crazy if you look at the landscape: beautiful snow-capped peaks in the distance, towering cliffs and a lakeside promenade with its shops, bars and restaurants. Salo has a long pedestrian zone in the historic centre, along the bay, across the harbour until you reach the beach. For animal lovers, here you'll also find a beach for dogs!
Lake Garda bathes three beautiful Italian regions. The north coast is thirty, more cool and breezy, the west coast is Lombard, more rocky and mountainous, while the east coast is the Venetian, more hilly and tourism. Worth visiting the town of Riva del Garda, Desenzano and Torri del Benaco. If you're with your children, we recommend to take them to one of the water parks in the Veneto coast, or book one of our villages with a water paradise!
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In Lake Garda there are seven islands, the Isola del Garda is the largest. Truly a gem! With a guide you can admire the charming Italian villa and garden on the island.
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I often get questions about Microsoft Azure accounts and best practices around setting upp access to a Microsoft Azure Subscription. Today I read a really useful article explaining the whys and the whats about how to adress the challange many have with Azure Accounts.
Ariel Gordon (Twitter: @askariel) summons it up and gives really good advidvice around when and how to use Azure AD accounts and Microsoft Accounts.
I added Ariels conclusion and reccomendations from his article, make sure to follow him on Twitter, i just did 🙂
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These changes are part of bigger investments we're making to converge our identity systems. We'll share more details later this year.
If you're an IT pro, do not bulk create personal Microsoft accounts for your employees. We've helped many customers through hard usability and security problems because they had done this. If you're configuring Windows devices for your employees, you should take advantage of the self-service set up and automatic MDM enrollment we've built into Windows 10 using Azure AD.
If you're an IT pro, don't ask your employees to create personal Microsoft accounts with their work email address. It creates confusion about who owns the associated content and resources. We understand that there are still a few Microsoft services that require creating personal accounts with a work email address, and as mentioned above we're working hard to address this and have short-term exceptions in place.
If you're an end user who has created a personal Microsoft account using your work email at of convenience, please consider renaming your account.
If you're an app developer, you should probably support both personal and work accounts from Microsoft. Check out this post to learn more about the work we're going to converge our identity stacks.
Read the full article for more details: https://blogs.technet.microsoft.com/enterprisemobility/2016/09/15/cleaning-up-the-azure-ad-and-microsoft-account-overlap/


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On 02/16/2011 03:06 AM, Osier Yang wrote: > "qemudDomainSaveFlag" goto wrong label "endjob", which will cause > error when security manager trying to restore label (regression). > > As it's more reasonable to check if vm is shutoff immediately, and > return right away if it is, remove the checking in "qemudDomainSaveFlag", > and add checking in "qemudDomainSave". > > * src/qemu/qemu_driver.c > --- > src/qemu/qemu_driver.c | 12 ++++++------ > 1 files changed, 6 insertions(+), 6 deletions(-) ACK. The only other caller of qemudDomainSaveFlag is qemuDomainManagedSave, and it also checks that vm is active before calling the helper. One nit: can you adjust the comment before qemudDomainSaveFlag to document that vm must be active (it already documents that it is a helper to be run while the lock is held). Worth applying before 0.8.8. -- Eric Blake eblake redhat com +1-801-349-2682 Libvirt virtualization library http://libvirt.org
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The normal heart has four chambers: two upper chambers called atria, which receive blood into the heart, and two lower chambers called ventricles, which pump blood out of the heart. Ordinarily, unoxygenated (blue) blood comes back from the body into the right atrium, moves into the right ventricle, and then is pumped out of the right ventricle through the pulmonary artery (the main artery to the lungs) to collect more oxygen. From the lungs, the now oxygenated (red) blood goes through four pulmonary veins to enter the left atrium, moves into the left ventricle, and is pumped out to the rest of the body through the aorta (the body's main artery) – completing the cardiac cycle.
Total anomalous pulmonary venous return (TAPVR) is a rare congenital (present at birth) condition in which the pulmonary veins that carry oxygenated blood from the lungs into the heart are anomalous – abnormal – and do not connect properly to the left atrium. Instead, as the baby's heart forms during the first eight weeks of the mother's pregnancy, the baby's blood vessels connect to other veins that empty into the right atrium.
If one or more of the pulmonary veins connect in the left atrium (the correct place), but not all the veins, the condition is called PAPVR, or partial anomalous pulmonary venous return.
When all four pulmonary veins are connected improperly, the baby also develops a hole, known as an atrial septal defect or ASD, in the tissue between the two atria that allows the mixed blood – oxygenated and unoxygenated – to reach the left side of the heart and then be pumped out to the body. The ASD helps the newborn survive, but it also makes the baby's heart have to work even harder to provide blood and oxygen to the rest of the body.
There are four types of TAPVR, defined by where the veins drain to the right atrium, be it from above, below or into the heart directly.
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Pulmonary veins drain to the right atrium via a vertical vein that collects the blood behind the left atrium and carries it upward to a vein above the heart that drains to the superior vena cava (the main vessel that transports oxygen-poor blood from the upper body to the right atrium)
Cardiac (25%)
Pulmonary veins connect directly to the right atrium, or drain into the right atrium via a vein called the coronary sinus
Infracardiac (25%)
Pulmonary veins drain to a vein below the diaphragm – often liver veins or the inferior vena cava, which is the main vessel that transports oxygen-poor blood from the lower body to the heart – before draining into the right atrium
Mixed (5%)
Pulmonary veins connect randomly to the heart
Sometimes, the abnormal veins become narrowed or blocked at the entrance before they enter the right atrium, making it hard for blood to move from the lungs to the heart. This is considered a cardiac emergency, requiring prompt surgery. As the blood from the lungs cannot return to the heart because of the blockage or narrowing, the pressure in the lungs climb, and it becomes difficult to breathe. Acid levels in the blood can rise, making the child very ill.
If there is no blockage, the baby may not be diagnosed for weeks or months, and only then will surgery be needed, generally within the infant's first few months.
TAPVR is a congenital heart defect. It is so rare that TAPVR and PAPVR together affect only about one in 10,000 infants. While genes and environment can raise risks, TAPVR most often happens by chance.
TAPVR may be diagnosed during pregnancy with a fetal echocardiogram, which is a specialized ultrasound of the fetal heart. The affiliated physicians in the Fetal Cardiology Program at The Fetal Center will confirm a diagnosis and prepare a delivery plan for both mom and baby. A multidisciplinary team of specialists will also develop the baby's immediate care plan following delivery.
If TAPVR is not diagnosed in utero, and suspicion of a heart defect occurs after the baby is born, a pediatrician will refer the patient to a pediatric cardiologist to determine the diagnosis.
Signs of TAPVR include a bluish tint to lips, nails and skin, rapid breathing and sometimes a heart murmur – or whooshing sound – heard via a stethoscope. The worst cases are obvious at birth: Newborns may have difficulty breathing, an extreme bluish tint (from a lack of oxygen in the blood), a pounding heart, weak pulse, clammy skin, blood pressure issues or high acidity in the blood (acidosis).
The mildest cases may not reveal themselves for weeks or months via minor clues such as tiring easily. Doctors may order further testing after noticing rapid or difficult breathing, or poor growth.
The following tests may be utilized to find more details:
Treatment of TAPVR is surgery, which consists of placing the patient on the heart-lung machine (cardiopulmonary bypass) and making the connection between the pulmonary veins and the left atrium. Fortunately, in most cases of TAPVR, all four pulmonary veins come to a central place (called a confluence) just behind the left atrium and a full anatomical repair can be achieved. However, after surgery, scar tissue may form around the connection between the pulmonary veins and the left atrium. If the scar tissue formation is severe enough, additional surgery may be required in the future.
If your child has a form of TAPVR that is obstructed (where the blood cannot get to the heart from the lungs), this may require an emergent surgical intervention. This is often performed when the child id only hours old. If the pulmonary veins are unobstructed, surgery can take place at an agreed upon elective date, usually at a few weeks of life.
Recovery from surgery is most closely related to the health of the lungs going into surgery. Although surgery for TAPVR has improved over the years, mortality from TAPVR repair is still fairly high, approximately 5-8% overall. This will vary greatly from child to child depending on the kind of TAPVR and the amount of pulmonary venous obstruction before surgery.
The most critically ill newborns may need to use a ventilator (breathing machine) after surgery overnight or for several days as their lungs recover. The baby will be observed closely – first in the intensive care unit and then elsewhere in the hospital – before being discharged..
The pediatric cardiologist will monitor the child long-term and may prescribe medication to prevent an infection of the heart's lining (endocarditis) or an odd heartbeat (arrhythmia). Between 15 to 20 percent of TAPVR babies may need cardiac catheterization or surgery later in life to repair narrowed veins. They will be monitored by their cardiologist for the rest of their life, to make sure they do not develop an erratic heartbeat, clots, leaky valves or blocked blood vessels.
As part of the Children's Heart Center at Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, the affiliated cardiologists and affiliated cardiovascular surgeons collaborate as a multidisciplinary team to treat babies prior to birth, infants, children and young adults with congenital and acquired heart disorders. The team of affiliated physicians, nurses and coordinators work together with you to determine the best treatment plan for your child. Your child's referring physician is also kept fully informed of your child's treatment plan.
At Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, the affiliated cardiologists and affiliated cardiovascular surgeons understand the unique challenges, circumstances and intricacies of caring for young patients with heart conditions. In addition to the team's medical expertise, Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital provides families with patient-centered care, keeping families fully involved as part of the child's treatment team as well as offering resources to meet the needs of your entire family.
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Note: This page is meant to be a helpful, informative introduction on the subject of TAPVR in children. The information may not be applicable to all cases, especially if there are additional defects. It is not meant to replace the opinion of a personal physician.
04/2016 – This page was updated and approved by an affiliated pediatric physician at the Children's Heart Center.
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Back in 2009 when Nokia hadn't partnered with Microsoft, the company released a smartphone called the Nokia N900 that used the Maemo Linux operating system. This model has since been discontinued however there are lots of people who want to keep it alive by coming up with a worthy successor called the Neo900.
The project is still in its initial stages however if everything goes out according to plans the Neo900 will look and feel like the original N900. There is going to be changes in the internal hardware though such as having an upgraded processor and bigger RAM, and come with LTE support. The device will also be able to run a wide variety of operating systems such as Maemo, Ubuntu, Firefox OS, and Android.
Here's a comparison of both devices
N900 Technical Specifications
- CPU: TI OMAP3430, 600 MHz
- Storage: 256 MB NAND + 32 GB eMMC + microSDHC
- Modem: UMTS HSPA 10/2 Mbps (Nokia BB5)
- Display: 3.5″ TFT, 800×480, resistive
- Sensors: 3-axis accelerometer, Ambient light, Proximity
- Infrared: Consumer IR (sending only)
- USB: Micro-B 2.0
- Audio: Stereo speakers, 3.5mm, Mic in, Video out
- Extras: FM receiver and transmitter (RDS), VGA front camera, 5.0 MP camera, Autofocus, GPS, Wi-Fi 802.11b/g, Bluetooth 2.0
Neo900 Technical Specifications
- CPU: TI DM3730, 1 GHz
- Storage: 1 GB NAND + 32 GB eMMC + microSDHC
- Modem: Choose by yourself!, UMTS HSPA 14.4/5.76 Mbps (Option GTM601), UMTS HSPA with CDMA (Option GTM609), LTE 100/50 Mbps (Option GTM801)
- Display: 3.5″ TFT, 800×480, resistive
- Sensors: 3-axis accelerometer, Ambient light, Proximity, 3-axis compass, 3-axis gyroscope, Barometer/thermometer
- Infrared: High power Consumer IR (with learning) and IrDA
- USB: Micro-AB 2.0 (OTG)
- Audio: Stereo speakers, 3.5mm, Mic in, Video out, Stereo line-in
- Extras: FM receiver and transmitter (RDS), VGA front camera, 5.0 MP camera, Autofocus, Internal full RS232, RFID-EEPROM, Expansion connectors (battery, I2C, USB), GPS/GLONASS, Battery hot-swap support, Wi-Fi 802.11b/g, Bluetooth 2.0
The specs of the Neo900 might not be that powerful and its screen isn't even capacitive however its appeal lies in its openness. Users will be able to tinker with the device with ease since no binary blobs are needed and full documentation as well as schematics are provided. According to the team responsible for making this device a reality "We're committed to provide the best hacking experience possible. Even if we have no idea how to make use of some feature, you might have one and we won't stop you from implementing it."
Although this device is still in its early stages it is based on an actual product called the OpenPhoenux GTA04. Modifications will be made on the GTA04 hardware to make it fit into the housing of the Neo900. It also looks like the project will need 200 backers willing to pre-order the device for 700 Euros to make this a real product.
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Dermatologists state that cleansing is the most important part of a skincare regimen, but now there's visual proof. Scientists at the University of California, San Diego, recently presented a series of 3-D images that revealed the thousands of microbial communities your skin plays host to every day.
This is the first time that the bacteria and molecules on the skin have been mapped out in such detail. Until now, little has been understood about the skin's microbial ecosystem, and researchers are hoping future studies will further reveal the skin's role in health and disease. The map also revealed that every person has a unique skin composition that's affected by the food they eat, the medicine they take and the personal care products they use.
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Words of Inspiration…Loving Kindness
Are there people in your life that you find challenging? Open your heart wider than it has ever been opened before and send Loving Kindness to these challenging ones. Say to them: May you be healthy, May you be safe, May you have ease of mind and body, May you be at peace. Ask that they open their hearts and that the light that shines in brings them comfort and kindness. So be it and So it is. JSS
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"Our purpose is to shine a light on your life's purpose." Through Wisdom Teachings and Circles we share information that will give you tools to demystify old triggers, patterns, beliefs and stressors and move into a new reality of unconditional love, compassion, kindness and courage; a journey home to your soul's true purpose.
Garden Teachings
Sacred Garden is a place of peace and tranquility. The herbs, trees, flowers, vegetables, birds and bees that occupy Sacred Garden are imbued with a wonderful Sacred Energy. From Spring to Fall the Garden is a place of ceremony and ritual. Each day we greet the garden and ask it for permission to enter, sit, pray and work. The Garden is resting now and getting restless waiting for the warmth of spring. As the sun warms the earth we will be working in the Garden once more, holding Medicine Wheel Walks and Plant Spirit Medicine Teachings.
Connecting to Starlight
Have you ever wanted to connect to the Stars? Well this is the time to do it. We will access the energy of the Stars to inspire us to:
- release and let go of old patterns and beliefs
- make room for and embrace change and healing
- open to unconditional love and acceptance
- recognize and claim our inner knowing and power
- realize the potential we have as we work together to make a difference
The Starry Ones tell us it is time to join together, set aside our egos and open to love, light, harmony and balance.
Jo-Ann Sacred Sister's Journey
Sacred Garden Spiritual Healing Centre was opened in 2004 by Jo-Ann Sacred Sister Crechiolo and is owned and operated by Jo-Ann Crechiolo-Anderson and her loving and supportive husband David Anderson. Jo-Ann's spiritual journey began in 1992 when she was faced with a life-threatening health challenge. With support from friends, family, the medical system and an amazing Reiki Master she survived to tell the tale. But it wasn't until 1997 that she seriously began to walk her path.
She began her journey at the Buddhist Dharma Centre in Kinmount Ontario. The kindness, the openness and the quiet introspective life appealed to her. While she was there she met a Norwegian Shaman who was offering teachings on Shamanism which highly resonated with her. Back home at a Wellness event she was introduced to Whispering Song Teaching Lodge run by a Medicine Woman. She joined them on a trip to Sedona, Arizona and knew she had finally found her path. She travelled to many Sacred Sites and studied with Whispering Song from 1998- 2005. Each Sacred Journey opened a new door for her. She discovered her heart, her soul, her intuition and her connection to the Earth. In the process she went though many lessons and learnings as she let go of of old patterns and beliefs she had been carrying around since childhood. During A Fire Ceremony she was given her Medicine name "Sacred Sister" and it has served her well on her journey.
When Jo-Ann Sacred Sister opened Sacred Garden her intention was to offer Shamanic Healing Sessions, Teaching Circles and Meditation Coaching. With the wisdom she has gathered and her connection to the Starry Ones she now offers Shamanic Journeys, Star-Based Energy Healing, Meditation Coaching, Stress Management and Empowerment Workshops, Plant Spirit Medicine Circles and Medicine Wheel Walks.
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The Drop-In was at over-capacity but turning someone away meant leaving them exposed to the brutal elements outside. We kept our doors open. By Monday morning, April 2nd, in response to the public outcry, City emergency services scrambled to find a place for the homeless who didn't make it to the Drop-In's doors and had been left out in the cold. Frantic calls throughout the day finally resulted in EMS announcing they would set-up emergency cots at their building in Whitehorn.
At the Drop-In we heard about the Whitehorn shelter on the 6 o'clock news and promptly contacted EMS and the other agencies involved to arrange for transport of clients. By 8 pm, 371 people stood and waited in our first floor lobby for the bus to arrive, to no avail. It never appeared.
Many calls later, the sad but undeniable truth was announced to the people standing in the lobby. Any individual wanting to go to the Whitehorn shelter would have to walk the fifteen blocks from the Drop-In to the Seed. At –19, this was a hardship most could not survive.
The photos depict the scene in our lobby at 8pm. Pictures, however, cannot show the desperation our clients and staff felt that night. The lobby is approximately 2500 sq. ft. – the size of an average home in Calgary that houses 4 people. The lobby has no mats, no cots, no washroom facility except in the Intox area, which was already over capacity. We had no choice but to let as many people as possible stay inside and camp out on the concrete floor of the lobby.
There was nothing dignified about the arrangements that night. Other than blankets, the individuals who could not get to the buses, or could not find somewhere else to sleep lay on the cold concrete and did what homeless people have to do everyday, make do with what they've got and be thankful they were not left out in the cold.


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Dart and his friends are almost done. They just need to defeat Faust and return to the Law City Zenebatos in this part of The Legend of Dragoon for PlayStation. This video walkthrough takes you from where Dart and company fight and defeat Magician Faust in Flanvel Tower, they leave Flanvel and Kashua Glacier and back to the Law City Zenebatos to where they are exploring the city and rewriting laws so they can move about easier.
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The Legend of Dragoon, developed by Sony Computer Entertainment, Inc. for the PlayStation, was a role-playing video game which amassed a very large cult following. It was Sony's first full-fledge attempt at an RPG video game with some out-of-this-world FMV. The Legend of Dragoon is set in a time of swords, magic, and dragons. Ten thousand years prior, the Dragon War pitted Dragoons -- humans with the power to control dragons -- against Enslavers, magicians who sought to enslave the humans. Now Dart, a young warrior, is on a quest to find the demon that killed his parents. The Legend of Dragoon features pre-rendered, 3D backgrounds and detailed, polygonal figures. Several non-playing characters and many full-motion video scenes take you through the complex story.
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Abandoned animals find solace and comfort in this NY sanctuary
Ever since urban farming became popular, there's been a boom in the number of abandoned animals. The idea of keeping chickens, turkeys, or goats in a tiny backyard is often more appealing in theory than in practice. Cute piglets and rabbits become larger, demanding creatures, and many people don't know what to do with these animals once the novelty of caring for them has worn off. Roosters are sometimes sold accidentally as hens (if they haven't been used for meat), which is problematic, since they're banned by many cities.
The lucky ones get sent to the Woodstock Farm Animal Sanctuary, located in the Catskill Mountains, three hours north of New York City. It's an animal orphanage, where these abandoned farm animals can go to live out the rest of their days in peace and comfort. Director Jenny Brown, described as a "militant vegan" in this article from narratively, says, "We're up to our eyebrows in chickens. We've seen more chickens come through here than I can count." The Sanctuary has had to build another barn just to accommodate former backyard and slaughterhouse chickens.
The Sanctuary accepts animal orphans and refugees from more than just urban farms – calves that have escaped slaughterhouses, goats that didn't get sacrificed, animals who were cared for incorrectly at petting zoos, shy former lab rabbits, big-breasted hen bred for slaughter, and a barn full of sheep. The farm's mission statement is inclusive and welcoming:
"The Woodstock Farm Animal Sanctuary is driven by the simple philosophy that kindness and respect to animals is our duty and that all the creatures that share this earth are here with us and not for us. Farm animals are feeling individuals who deserve to be treated with compassion."The Sanctuary also strives to educate people about the horrors of factory farming and how most animals are raised under awful circumstances to be eaten. "Those childhood images of happy animals living on sunny, idyllic farms couldn't be further from reality," its website reads. Ironically, many of the enthusiastic urbanites who launch backyard farming projects do so in reaction to the same. They want to escape the factory farming cycle, and so buy chickens that can provide fresh, local, and traceable eggs. Unfortunately, it's a bigger job than many anticipate.
Are we asking too much of our cities, to also make room for farm animals? I don't think so. Urban farming is still a great concept, in my opinion, but it's important for people to know what they're getting into. Perhaps cities could offer mandatory workshops run by farmers to explain what's involved, or require residents to write a knowledge test before buying backyard animals. One clever idea is "Rent-the-Chicken," which TreeHugger covered in September; it allows people to experiment without committing. When things do go awry, however, it's good to know that places like Woodstock Sanctuary do exist.


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Taking a break from any photo shoots or fashion shows or even weddings (!) – we went down to the Sandy Springs Festival. We stopped by the Indigo Bath and Body booth and hung out for a bit with Jenn, one of the owners – and she is also the soap maker (do they have technical titles?) – So while Leah was distracting her with witty conversation, I hung around and started practicing some shots. Jenn makes all of the soaps and they're… well, really awesome (see, Leah should've been the one to write the soap descriptions – otherwise you end up with 'the soaps are awesome.')
Jenn does spend a lot of time on her booth setup – all the little signs and the wooden boxes and… there are lot of other soap makers that sell at these festivals and lots of them kind of just make 'interesting' piles of soap blocks. Um. I like the textures in these soaps? No really, ha, without sounding too flowery – look at them, they're… nice. 🙂
On our way out we stopped by the Kenari booth – where three kids coaxed Leah into trying a sample of their herb juice (herbs!) We were talking with the owner, Jonathan, and he mentioned that they have a farm not too far away in Roswell. It's actually an 11 acre track of land that was set to be another subdivision until they saved it! Check out their blog and website – photos of their farm and such, plus Jonathan is a really nice guy. Oh – and among other things, the blog chronicles the life of the farm – each field being made and crops grown.
Fortunately for us we had already left the festival when it started raining really hard. Unfortunately for the vendors at the festival – it started raining really hard.
We bought a half gallon of the Kenari herb juice.
The rest of the day? I'm making more DIY photo gear. I'm shooting a wedding tomorrow.


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In this series we show how to assemble and complete all the parts for an accurate Resistance X-Wing Pilot Costume. These are the flight suits worn by Poe Dameron, Jess Pava, Snap Wexley, Ello Asty, and others Star Wars Characters in The Force Awakens.
Since no X-wing Pilot costume can be complete without a helmet, I started by purchasing an accurate and well-made kit from Allen Amis Creations. The unfinished kit includes the main helmet, yellow tinted lens, blast shield, microphone, hardware and other greebles to create a complete X-Wing Pilot's helmet from The Force Awakens. I chose this kit because it came highly recommended and it was the smallest size kit I was considering. If you have a large head, you may want to consider a larger helmet such as the ChristWerxProps kit.
The Allen Amis helmet comes as an unfinished kit, but mine arrived with the blast shield and lens pieces already drilled and installed.
To create a finished helmet I first started by trimming off the excess material around the face opening with my Dremel tool and a sanding attachment.
I also widened the lower rear opening area to give it a more accurate shape and make it easier to get on and off. I decided to go with the white, blue, yellow and black paint scheme with the yellow and black checkered pattern on the blast shield, worn by one of the X-Wing Pilots in The Force Awakens.
There were a few small indentations on the surface of my kit, but this was to be expected. I decided to leave the visable ones for a weathered look on the helmet, but I filled the ones where decals would be applied, to ensure the decals would lay flat. I applied two coats of Bondo Scratch Filler with a plastic spreader, and sanded it smooth with medium grit sandpaper. After lightly sanding the entire surface of the helmet with 300 grit sandpaper, I sprayed 2 coats of Krylon Satin White spray paint for my base white color.
I let the paint cure for a day, then went to work painting the stripes and accent colored areas onto the helmet. To create (relatively) clean and straight paint lines I cut thin strips of 3M painter's tape, using a hobby knife and ruler, and carefully applied the tape where I needed to place a paint line. I first pressed the tape down firmly to the helmet, then carefully painted the base color (white on this helmet) over the tape edge with some acrylic paint and a small detail paintbrush. This method seals the edge of the tape with the paint to stop the accent color from seeping underneath the tape. After the (white) base color dried, I added the accent or stripe color, allowed it to dry and carefully removed the tape.
While I waited for paint to dry, I applied some decals to the helmet. Some emblems and details are not conducive to hand painting, so adding these details with a decal works better. I used a set of vinyl decals I had printed by a local sign shop, but decals for the main X-Wing pilots such as Poe, Snap Wexley and Jess Pava are available from ChristWerxProps on etsy.com. Using a hair dryer or heat gun to lightly heat the decal will help remove any creases or bubbles after it's applied. Dreamscheme Productions has a helpful video showing how easy it is to apply vinyl decals to a helmet.
Once the decals were all applied and the paint work was complete on the helmet, I painted the greebles using gray, silver, black and white acrylic paint. I also replaced the rubber cord, included with my kit, with some black electrical wire which holds its shape when bent. The helmet kit included a piece for connecting the microphone to its base, but I replaced it with a slightly larger finish nail which fit snugly into the holes of both pieces. Since the larger finish nail didn't need to be glued, this allowed my mic to be rotated instead of stationary.
After painting was complete, I attached the greebles to the helmet using 2-part epoxy. When applying the epoxy, it's best to wear rubber gloves, a mask or respirator, and use it outdoors, as it has strong fumes and an odor when mixed. The epoxy sets quickly and only a little is needed to make a good bond, so it's best to only mix small amounts at a time. Since I wanted the microphone piece to be removable, to reduce the chance of it breaking, I used super strong magnets from Hobby Lobby to attach the microphone to the helmet. I used epoxy to glue one magnet inside of the hole of where the mic attaches to the helmet and one magnet to the bottom of the mic base. The magnets have polarity, so it's important to make sure the sides that will magnetize to each other are facing outward when gluing the magnets in place.
After all the greebles were installed I sealed the helmet using a light coat of Testor's Dullcote. Other clear coats, such as Rustoleum Brand could also be used, but I've had good results from Testor's so I typically use that on my important projects. Next I began the weathering process using medium and coarse sandpaper to scratch and distress the helmet, acrylic paint washes of brown and black, and small amounts of white accent for a heavily worn appearance.
There is a helpful video available by Dreamscheme Productions, showing paint methods used to weather a TFA Resistance Pilot helmet. Once I was happy with the overall weathering, I applied a final coat of Testor's clear. The last step to complete the helmet is the additon of padding. Black padding inside the cheek areas can be seen on the X-Wing Pilot helmets used in the movie. After searching for some suitable padding, I purchased a piece of 1 inch pipe foam insulation from Home Depot for about $7.
The foam is black, has the right density and is about 1/2″ thick, which seems to be the correct size to pad the cheek areas. Since it comes pre-formed in a tubular shape, I cut smaller pieces of it and heated them with a heat gun to flatten them out, first removing the adhesive tape on the edges by just pulling it off. It's best to do this outdoors and use a respirator mask to avoid breathing any fumes from the heated foam.
To make sure I cut the foam in the correct shape, I made a paper template for the cheek and ear area of the helmet from a sheet of paper. Next, using my template I cut out the foam in the correct shape with scissors. Then I glued the foam inside of the helmet with contact cement. I applied the contact cement to both surfaces of the helmet and foam, using a disposable foam brush. I also added more padding around the back of the helmet using the same technique. Since the helmet is not very tall and I didn't need much padding on the top, I used 3 pieces of thinner 3 mm black foam from Hobby Lobby for that area.
To make the helmet fit snugly, I added some thicker foam in a circle inside the helmet placed just above the ear areas and around the forehead area in front. Using the thicker foam allowed me to cut it down to the exact thickness I needed to create a snug fit around my head. I happened to have this foam on hand, but it may be found at fabric stores, or possibly in the weatherstrip department of Home Depot or Lowes.
With the padding installed, my X-Wing Pilot helmet was ready to wear! If you don't have the time or don't want the expense of completing a kit, Hasbro has announced that it will be releasing a Black Series Poe Helmet, complete with electronic sounds, for a retail price of $80.
Stay tuned for more DIY tutorials on the Resistance X-Wing Pilot Costumes from Star Wars The Force Awakens, including the blaster, flight suit, vest and more! And if you would like to see the finished product in person, catch up with us at Star Wars Celebration in Orlando!
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X wing pilot helmet kit
Helmet Decals
Dremel or Rotary tool with sanding / grinding bit
Assorted grits of sandpaper
Assorted acrylic paints for your color scheme
Detail Paintbrush
2-part epoxy adhesive
Contact Cement
Foam Pipe Insulation (or other 1/2″ thick black foam)
Thinner Black Foam for top
Thicker Black Foam for Sides
Heat Gun (to flatten foam)
Respirator Mask
Blue Painter's Tape
Testor's Dullcote (or similar clear coat finish)
Spray Paint for base color of the helmet


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By now, you probably have heard of or seen the 2013 animated Disney film Frozen, a whimsical adventure-drama featuring a wintry character roster composed of an iceman, a reindeer, a snowman, a princess and, because inevitably someone must need saving, a princess's sister that must be rescued from a kingdom inadvertently turned to ice by her powers (oops). The movie has garnered a massive following, especially among young children. But for the guardians of these wee charges, well — it's another story. In fact, Frozen has probably made more than one parent question their decision to procreate in an age where infants are able to operate laptops and DVD players.
This poor father is one of these courageous souls forced to question his sanity in the wake of innumerable forced viewings of squeaky on-screen interactions between cutesy woodland winterfolk. One of the most famous ditties from the film is the flowery ballad of hope "Let It Go". But understandably, not everyone has found it so hopeful. Bravely expressing his feelings in the form of a parody is "A Frozen Father", the anonymous hero of young dads everywhere. We salute you.