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|Mega Man 8
|Hayato Kaji
|Keiji Inafune
Yoshinori Takenaka
|Yuichi Kanemori
Kazuki Matsue
Ryota Ito
|Hideki Ishikawa
Shinsuke Komaki
|Shusaku Uchiyama
|Mega Man
|PlayStation, Sega Saturn, Microsoft Windows
|Action, platform
Mega Man 8[a] is an action-platform video game developed and released by Capcom in 1996. It was directed by Hayato Kaji, who had previously worked on the series as an artist. Keiji Inafune, who was also an artist for the series, was given the role of producer after the departure of Tokuro Fujiwara who had been producer for the series since Mega Man 2. It is the eighth installment in the original Mega Man series, and was initially released in Japan on the PlayStation in 1996. The following year, Mega Man 8 saw a release on the Sega Saturn and was localized for both consoles in North America and the PlayStation alone in PAL regions. Upon its release, Capcom reached the franchise's tenth anniversary. Mega Man 8 is the first game in the series made available on 32-bit consoles.
The plot begins as Mega Man is called to investigate a mysterious energy reading coming from a recent meteor crash on an island. Mega Man discovers that his nemesis Dr. Wily has beaten him there and immediately retreats with the energy source. Mega Man is charged with stopping Wily's evil plans to use the energy, as well as discover the purpose of a mysterious, alien robot found at the crash site. Along with new animated full-motion videos (FMVs) and voice acting, Mega Man 8 features improved graphics and sound when compared to previous iterations in the series. Aside from a few minor conventions, the game utilizes the same 2D side-scrolling and platforming formula established by its predecessors on the Nintendo Entertainment System and Super Nintendo Entertainment Systems.
Many reviewers appreciated the aesthetic and gameplay qualities of Mega Man 8 when compared to its earlier counterparts. However, several other critics were displeased by this same lack of innovation, finding that it does not utilize the full potential of the 32-bit platforms; additionally, the English-language version of the game received considerable criticism for its voice acting, which was perceived by many as being comically poor-quality. This resulted in an overall average or mixed critical reception. However, the game was a moderate commercial success and was re-released on best-seller lines in both Japan and North America. Mega Man 8 was followed by Mega Man & Bass, a 1998 spin-off game for the SNES and later Game Boy Advance. A true sequel to the game, Mega Man 9, would not be released until 2008 and would revert to the graphical and gameplay style of the early NES games.
Mega Man 8 is a continuation of the original Mega Man series storyline. Cutscenes in the game are presented both in-game and with newly introduced anime-style FMVs.[5] Like other games in the series, it takes place in an unspecified year during the 21st century (20XX). The game opens as two alien robots engage in a climactic battle in the depths of space. Ultimately both of them plummet towards Earth, critically injured. Meanwhile, on Earth, Mega Man and his canine companion Rush are caught in a skirmish with his rival Bass, who still wants to prove himself to be stronger than Mega Man. Thanks to the timely intervention of Roll, who was bringing a message from Dr. Light, Mega Man manages to subdue Bass long enough to leave. Bass swears that he will get back at Mega Man for his "cowardice". Dr. Light asks Mega Man to investigate strange energy readings on a nearby island.[6] On the island, Mega Man finds Dr. Wily flying away with a strange purple orb. Before chasing him, he sees a damaged robot and asks for Dr. Light to pick it up and try to repair it. Dr. Wily then releases four new Robot Masters to combat Mega Man: Frost Man, Tengu Man, Clown Man, and Grenade Man. Each time he destroys one, the robotic hero receives a purple orb like the one Dr. Wily confiscated. Each of the Robot Masters are empowered with a strange energy, and it seems that this power comes from the new energy cores that Wily has infused them with.
After Mega Man defeats the four Robot Masters, he returns to the lab and Dr. Light tells him that the robot he found should be fine if he rests for a while. Mega Man brings with him the energy cores that he retrieved from the fallen Robot Masters; when Dr. Light examines them, he realizes that they are a powerful form of energy which Dr. Wily must not have in his possession, lest it destroy the world. After Dr. Light and Mega Man leave the lab, the robot awakens, sees the energy cores, becomes enraged, and flies off into the distance. Mega Man follows suit on Rush. Mega Man finds him in a mine shaft on the other side of the globe, and after battling the robot, Proto Man shows up and tells Mega Man that Dr. Wily's new fortress, "Wily Tower," is just ahead. Mega Man goes ahead, but is captured by one of Wily's giant robotic creations. The robot saves him, introduces himself as Duo, and reveals his purpose to Mega Man. Duo explains that the purple orbs are "Evil Energy," and he has been traveling the universe tracking down this energy and trying to destroy it before it engulfs the entire world.[7] However, Wily Tower has a barrier around it that prevents him from taking out the source. Duo tells Mega Man to destroy the four other Robot Masters that hold the key to the barrier: Astro Man, Sword Man, Search Man, and Aqua Man, while he collects and extinguishes the rest of the world's Evil Energy.
Once the other four Robot Masters have been beaten, Wily Tower's barrier is lifted and Mega Man makes his way through it, defeating the hordes of robotic henchmen inside, including Bass, who uses a piece of the Evil Energy to amplify his powers,[8] and ultimately, the evil doctor himself. The "Evil Energy" is destroyed before it is allowed to spread throughout the world but it manages to infect Mega Man before being destroyed, and Wily's newest compound is demolished with Mega Man inside, who is dying from the Evil Energy. Duo arrives, examines Mega Man, and seeing the goodness and justice in his heart, cures him of the evil energy, eradicating the last remnants of the Evil Energy on Earth. Proto Man catches up to him; Duo then says that his mission is done, and leaves, but not before asking Proto Man for a favor. Mega Man then wakes up in Dr. Light's Lab and is reunited with Dr. Light, Roll and the others who tell him that Duo saved him. He then walks outside and finds Proto Man, who gives him a message from Duo: "Thank You." Mega Man then looks up to the sky and says "Thank You" to Duo as his reflection is seen in the sky.
The gameplay of Mega Man 8 is similar to that of its predecessors. The player, as Mega Man, must complete various stages that contain side-scrolling action and platforming elements. The player can run, jump, slide, shoot and charge the Mega Buster, and change weapons (either in-game or while paused).[9] Enemies in each stage can be destroyed to reveal items used to refill Mega Man's health and weapon power. Like Mega Man 7, the player completes an introductory stage and is presented with four Robot Master stages (Tengu Man, Frost Man, Grenade Man, and Clown Man) to tackle in any order he or she chooses.[9] At the end of each stage is a boss battle with a Robot Master; defeating the Robot Master earns the player its Master Weapon.[9] Most Robot Masters are weak to either the Mega Buster or one or more Master Weapon, allowing for some strategy in the order the stages are completed. An additional four Robot Masters (Aqua Man, Sword Man, Search Man, and Astro Man) become available once the first four are defeated and an intermission stage is completed.[10]
A noteworthy addition to gameplay in Mega Man 8 is the ability to display and use multiple weapons onscreen simultaneously. This change introduces a unique way of using weapons strategically. For example, Mega Man can place a Tornado Hold, jump into it and swing the Flame Sword while rising with the air current. The player also has the ability to use his Mega Buster at all times, even when equipped with a Master Weapon. Auto's part shop from the last game also appears in the form of Dr. Light's lab, where the player can buy new abilities from Roll in exchange for special bolts found throughout the levels.[9] However, due to a limited number of bolts[11] and powerup slots available, the player must carefully decide which power-ups to buy. Special power-ups involving Mega Man's dog Rush are won by fighting mid-stage minibosses. This is also the first (and only) game in the series in which Mega Man can swim.[12]
Development and release
Tokuro Fujiwara, who had been the producer for previous Mega Man titles, left Capcom. So Keiji Inafune who had previously played the role of artist for many titles in the Mega Man series, became a producer for Mega Man 8.[3] He handed off many of the main responsibilities to Hayato Kaji, an artist he often considered to be his student. "This allowed me to take a very different approach to creating a Mega Man game," Inafune recounted. "'Seeing Mega Man from a distance,' I guess you could say."[3] Illustrators including Hideki Ishikawa and Shinsuke Komaki worked under the two veterans. Inafune recounted that the development team was often overwhelmed during the game's development because it involved some unfamiliar elements such as coordinating releases on two new systems and the use of anime cutscenes.[13] The team enlisted the help of the animation studio Xebec to produce the animated cutscenes for the game. Inafune had wanted to include animated cutscenes since the very first game in the series and he stated that he was pleased with the outcome.[3]
The character Duo was created specifically for Mega Man 8, but was first made a playable character in the 1996 arcade fighting game Mega Man 2: The Power Fighters.[14] Kaji revealed that he initially designed Duo as a robot invented by the Mega Man 4 character Dr. Cossack. When it was decided that Duo would instead come from outer space, his appearance changed but still retained remnants of Russian traits, such as his headwear.[3] Like past games in the series, the Robot Masters were picked from design contests in Japan. Capcom received around 110,000 idea submissions from fans for the game.[3] Three of the Robot Masters (Sword Man, Clown Man, and Search Man) were even given base skeletons on which fans could add features.[15][16] Ishikawa recounted, "The submissions we'd get for the boss characters were absolutely brimming with the youthful imagination of kids. I still remember how everyone had permanent smiles painted on their faces as we looked at each and every one of the submissions that came through."[3] Tengu Man and Astro Man had already been designed by Capcom prior to the contest.[15]
The musical score for Mega Man 8 was composed by Shusaku Uchiyama. It was the first project at Capcom that Uchiyama led himself.[17] The Japanese version of the game features the J-pop vocal opening theme "Electrical Communication" and the ending theme "Brand New Way" by the group Ganasia.[18][19] Mega Man 8 was released in Japan on the PlayStation on December 17, 1996 and the Sega Saturn on January 17, 1997.[3] Sony initially rejected the North American PlayStation release due to the push for 3D graphics on the market at the time, but seeing that their then-competitor Saturn was soon getting its own version of the game, Sony decided to approve it on the condition that it have exclusive content so as not to give an advantage to Sega, resulting in the first editions being enclosed with a collector's 12-page full-color anthology booklet to commemorate the series' 10th anniversary.[20] The two versions of the game, however, are not identical. The Saturn version has two added bosses from previous Mega Man games and a bonus mode with official and fan artwork, voice and music tests, and a secret animation test for the cutscenes.[10][21] Capcom celebrated the tenth anniversary of the Mega Man franchise with the release of Mega Man 8.[22] Numerous pieces of merchandise were made available for purchase in Japan alongside the game including action figures, gashapon toys, stationary, and furniture, vinyl record.[18] A 43-track disc containing the instrumental music was released by Team Entertainment much later in 2007.[23] Mega Man 8 was published in North America by Capcom on both the PlayStation and Sega Saturn in January 1997. In Europe, the game was supposed to be published by Laguna Video Games, a German game publisher who published a majority of Capcom's titles for the SNES in Europe, but in July 1997 Infogrames acquired Laguna's owner Philips Multimedia BV,[24] and so they instead published the game in October 1997, exclusively for the PlayStation.[1][2]
Reception and legacy
Mega Man 8 received moderately positive reviews from critics. One universal complaint involved the game having virtually nothing in terms of gameplay or features that hadn't already appeared in previous installments of the series, and very little change in the gameplay formula that had been used since the first Mega Man game appeared a decade ago.[28][29][30][31][32][34][36][37][38] Jeff Gerstmann of GameSpot commented "Even the robots seem to be clones of enemies from earlier MM titles,"[29] while Matt Rubenstein summarized "...this whole premise has been done seven times before and, for those who have been paying attention, it's starting to get old."[30] In contrast, Crispin Boyer of Electronic Gaming Monthly opined, "Fans of the Mega Man series won't find anything surprisingly new in this 10th anniversary edition - nor, I'm sure, would they want to. It packs the flawless control, huge levels, unique bosses and everything else you'd expect of a Mega Man game."[36] Some claimed that the game's graphics did not utilize the abilities of fifth generation consoles outside of the FMV cutscenes.[28][30][31][37] The English-dubbing voice acting in Mega Man 8 was considered some of the worst in video games by publications including EGM, IGN, and the Australian television show Good Game.[39][40][41]
IGN's Lucas M. Thomas took a similar look back on the franchise, calling Mega Man 8 the worst in the core Mega Man series because it took Capcom's iconic hero off of Nintendo consoles, utilized animated cutscenes with bad voice acting, and further changed the visual style. "Now there are plenty of people who like Mega Man 8 -- that's fine, it's still a good game in its own right," Thomas proclaimed. "But when lined up alongside all the other series sequels, as we're doing here, it just falls flat."[5] GamesRadar named Mega Man 8 the 23rd best Sega Saturn game of all time out of a list of 25.[42]
Initial sales of Mega Man 8 were good.[43] Major gaming retailers in North America including Electronics Boutique and Babbage's reported selling 55% of their stock within three days of the game's release. Electronics Boutique additionally noted having sold 75% of its stock within ten days and many locations of Babbage's being sold out in similar period of time. "Mega Man is one of Capcom's longest running and most popular action heroes and this marks the first time that a Mega Man game has entered the 32-bit market," stated Capcom's president Bill Gardner. "The response that we've gotten from the retailers was so overwhelming that we had to allocate product based on the fact that our orders were far greater than anticipated."[44] In 2002, the PlayStation version of Mega Man 8 was re-released as part of Sony's Greatest Hits label of best-sellers, confirming that it had sold at least 350,000 units.[45] In Japan, the game received budget re-releases as part of both the PlayStation the Best for Family and the Sega Saturn Collection.[46][47] The PlayStation version was ported to the North American Mega Man Anniversary Collection for the PlayStation 2 and GameCube in 2004 and the Xbox in 2005.[48][49] The PlayStation version was later ported again and released as part of Mega Man Legacy Collection 2 on the PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC,[50] with a later digital version released on the Nintendo Switch in May 2018.
In 1998, Capcom released Mega Man & Bass on the Super Famicom with many of the same sprites, animations, and backgrounds as taken from Mega Man 8.[51] Ten years later, Capcom announced another follow-up, Mega Man 9, which changed the graphical style of the series back to its 8-bit appearance similar to the first six installments.[52] Capcom did not replicate any of the gameplay gimmicks included in the eighth installment for this sequel,[5] save for the shop and bolt currency system. The Sega Saturn version of Mega Man 8 is one of the rarest Saturn games in existence, having a 91% Rarity rating on Rarity Guide.[53]
The Mega Man Archie Comics series incorporated elements of the game, though a full adaptation was not produced before the series went on hiatus. Duo appeared in the Worlds Collide crossover, rather than in an adaptation of the game. The opening of the game was also shown during a time travel story in Issue 20. The final issue saw Dr. Light experiencing a vision of the events of the game among other yet-to-be-adapted games.
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Duo: Yes, this is what you people call "Evil Energy". Based on my studies so far, the one who obtained the original energy must be a being of complete evil. This type of energy absorbs the evil in a person's mind and then multiplies. Judging by the quick rate of its growth, it'll take over the planet with evil energy in a matter of days! We must stop it!
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Bass: Mega Man! You can't escape this time! Mega Man: Uh-oh...I don't feel good... Bass: Hah, you're, like, too weak to defeat me. Get lost, loser.
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External links
- Official Rockman website (in Japanese)

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the mad monk (johnnie to and siu-tung ching, 1993)
Saturday, July 22, 2017
The Johnnie To marathon continues with this one, which came between The Heroic Trio and Executioners. (Ching worked on all of these, as well ... he's the stunt guy, i.e. the martial arts director, i.e. wire fu). Probably the key collaborator here is star Stephen Chow (Kung Fu Hustle), a massive star in Hong Kong who later crossed over into U.S. popularity. Rumor is that Chow and To did not get along, although I can't see evidence of this one the screen. But it feels more like a Chow movie than a To movie, which doesn't help me, since Chow's specialty is comedy that doesn't always translate well across cultures. (There is a term for this, Mo lei tau, which refers to the kind of humor, often verbal, that involves nonsense and puns, just the kind of things that don't travel.)
There were a few things I liked. Maggie Cheung is always welcome at my house. The same goes for her Heroic Trio co-star Anita Mui, whose two appearances amount to an extended cameo. Anthony Wong is different than I usually see him (he plays "Nine Lives Beggar"). The less said about the loony plot, the better. If you like these movies, you'll like The Mad Monk OK, I suppose. But I'm giving it 6/10.


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GREEN BAY – If there's a story to be told down the road about General Manager Brian Gutekunst's first draft, it'll focus on the players picked and not on the room he commanded.
That's just the way Gutekunst would want it. He's not one for drama or distraction, even as he deftly went about boosting his second draft by acquiring an extra first-round pick for 2019.
Head Coach Mike McCarthy's description of what it was like every time the Packers were on the clock the last three days is probably as strong a compliment as Gutekunst could ask for.
"He knew exactly what he wanted," McCarthy said shortly after the new GM finished adding 11 total players to the Packers' roster, including eight on Saturday.
What Gutekunst wanted was to pick highly rated players who fell to him and beef up the competition at certain positions when he had choices of comparable prospects.
On Saturday, he accomplished that primarily in two places, picking three wide receivers and two specialists among his eight picks.
"I think it shows an emphasis on special teams," McCarthy said of the selections of Alabama punter JK Scott and Mississippi State long snapper Hunter Bradley. "We need to be better on special teams.
"We want as much competition as possible. We want to have a healthy, competitive 90-man roster and we're definitely on our way."
As for the receivers, Missouri's J'Mon Moore, South Florida's Marquez Valdes-Scantling and Notre Dame's Equanimeous St. Brown are all in the 6-3 to 6-5 range with some speed, particularly Valdes-Scantling.
The additions of undrafted prospects Geronimo Allison and Michael Clark in recent years have given the Packers some different body types on the perimeter, and these three rookies markedly increase those kinds of options for quarterback Aaron Rodgers.
"I think you're always looking for bigger targets," McCarthy said. "It makes sense, doesn't it? Bigger catching radius, completion percentage. I think any quarterback would prefer to throw to a bigger target."
The competition at wide receiver behind the top two of Davante Adams and Randall Cobb promises to be fierce come training camp.
The Packers wanted to create a similar dynamic at cornerback, and McCarthy couldn't be happier with how that was addressed on the first two days with Lousiville's Jaire Alexander and Iowa's Josh Jackson. The head coach called the competition in the secondary "vastly improved."
"Their ball skills are exceptional," McCarthy said of the top two picks. "It's something we pay close attention to, if you look at our history with the turnover ratio. I think they're a great fit for how we want to play defense, and I'm excited to get those guys involved."
Two linebackers were added, one inside (Vanderbilt's Oren Burks) and one outside (Southeast Missouri's Kendall Donnerson), plus one lineman on each side of the ball, both from the Pac-12. Washington State's Cole Madison could play guard or tackle on offense, while Cal's James Looney joins Green Bay's deepest position group on the defensive front.
Not every roster need was addressed. Not adding an edge rusher until the 11th and final pick in Donnerson was not ideal, and no tight end was selected.
Gutekunst confessed to making some tough decisions on Saturday in the fast-paced final four rounds, but he emphasized staying disciplined when the board told him who the better player was. He leaned on his predecessor, Ted Thompson, at times.
As he noted all weekend, preparation was the key to staying calm and collected at decision time.
"It'd be nice to come out of every draft and fill all the holes you think you have, but that's never the case," he said. "You try to take good football players because you really don't know what your needs are going to be come September."
A scout at heart and by trade, Gutekunst takes that approach seriously, because when third-day draft picks become difference-makers down the road – like fourth-rounders Mike Daniels and David Bakhtiari, and fifth-rounder Corey Linsley on Green Bay's current roster – the team inevitably gets stronger.
"If you can find quality role players or starters on Day 3, that's where you create an advantage or an edge over other teams," he said. "Those are hard things to do, but scouts feel the further you get down the board, they know those players better than anyone."
Gutekunst knows his board better than anyone, and because of that he could say "it was a lot of fun" despite the pressure he was no doubt feeling.
"I think we helped the Packers," he said.
History eventually will be the judge, but either way, that judgment won't be able to claim Gutekunst got distracted or overwhelmed by it all. By making his lists and checking them twice, he made sure of that.
"He knew exactly what he wanted."


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The Covenant of Grace, The Sinaitic and the New
Drs. J van Gunderen and W. H. Velema
Concise Reformed Dogmatics pp. 548-550 P&R 2008
3. The Sinaitic Covenant. We can say with Bavinck that the covenant with the fathers is the foundation and core of the Sinaitic covenant (R. D., 3.220). God's faithfulness toward the patriarchs is mentioned as the motive (Deut. 7:8). There is continuity so that also the covenant with Israel bears the character of a covenant of Grace. This is sufficiently clear from the words of Exodus 20:2, although in the phase of the history of the covenant there is a great emphasis on the observance of God's commandments.
Sometimes the distinction between the covenant with Abraham and that with Israel at Sinai is almost turned into a contrast. Thus it is said that although the latter is indeed not a covenant of works, it is presented in a form that is strongly reminiscent of a covenant of works (Aalders, 1939. 179). We can object that the emphasis on what God demands from his people does not take us into the sphere of a covenant of works. In Deuteronomy the central idea is that the people will keep the covenant. Blessing and curse depend on this (Deut. 27-30), but it is the obligation to respond to God's love that carries the covenant (see Deut. 6:4-5; 7:6-8; 30:19-20). The Law is the torah, which plays a role within the covenant. It provides the instruction that is required to make the people walk in the way of the covenant. Just as Abraham is called to walk before God's face when the Lord allies himself with him (Gen17.1), so the law that is given to Israel serves the covenant as a further explanation of the statement, "Walk before me and be thou perfect" (cf. Bavinck, R. D. 3.222).
4. In connection with the prophesies concern a new covenant or an eternal covenant, which God is about to establish with his people (Jer. 31:31-34; 32:37-41; Ezek. 37:24-28), the question arises whether this is a covenant other than the covenant made with Israel or whether we must think in terms of a renewal of the covenant.
Some theologians contrast the Sinaitic covenant with the new covenant. The bond with the people of God in the covenant of Sinai is purely external and national, in the new covenant it is purely internal and spiritual. Today we deal with the new covenant. The members of the covenant are members of the invisible church , the living members of Christ (Aalders, 1939, 158f.). An important conclusion is that covenant and election are quantitatively identical. The number of covenant members is identical to the number of the elect. Incidentally, the covenant appears to include illegitimate members, to whom also God has said that he establishes his covenant with them to be their God, but who refuse to acknowledge him as their God. This can be interpreted as a breach of the covenant on their part (Aalders, 1939, 193,222).
According to Reiling, the prophecy of the new covenant implies that the old covenant no longer exists. It has been breached by the people and there is nothing left to be restored or renewed. The old covenant and the new covenant constitute the same covenant only to the extent that God remains himself. As far as the covenant people are concerned, however, we must speak of two fundamentally different covenants. (J. Reiling, Verbond, oud en nieuto, 1976.111)
While Aalders, Reiling, and others emphasisze the discontinuity of the covenant with Israel and the new covenant, others point to continuity. The distinction is not that the old covenant is only external and the new covenant internal. This would constitute an essential difference. It is disputed by L. H. Vander Meiden (1955.35). The difference lies entirely in the area of the history of redemption (Wiskerke, 1955.174).
Regarding the relationship between the old (Sinaitic) covenant and the new covenant (Jer.31), we must keep in mind both the similarities and the distinctions between them.
- It is in essence one covenant of God with his people. When the covenant first established with Abraham was subsequently ratified with Israel at Sinai, it retained the character of a covenant of grace. Jeremiah 31 implies in a surprisingly new manner that God commits himself to extend his grace and faithfulness toward people who do not at all deserve it (cf. in this regard Jer. 31:32). He renews his covenant with his people.
- The new covenant is none other than the old covenant. The Law that is to be written in the hearts is the same law that was given earlier. The all-encompassing promise (Jer. 31:33), "I…will be their God and they shall be my people," is the same promise of Moses' time ("I … will be your God, and ye shall be my people," Lev. 26:12). One may not infer from Jeremiah 31:33-34 that in earlier days the law was not yet written in the hearts or that there was then no forgiveness of sin and knowledge of the Lord. This "internalization" (See F. Malaresta, Interiority and Covenant, 1978, 68-77) was already promised in the books of Moses (Deut. 30:6). The Law was indeed written in the hearts of the godly, and the saints of God stood in the right relationship to him.
- The manner in which God deals with his people has not changed in the new covenant. He grants promises such as those expressed in Jeremiah 31:31-34 not just to those who have been chosen to eternal life. Just as those in Genesis 17 and Exodus 19, they are promises that require a believing response.
- There is nevertheless a clear progression in the history of the covenant, which is at the same time redemptive history. "Behold, the days come, saith the LORD, that I will make a new covenant" (Jer. 31:31). More blessings can be expected in the future. In essence, what was granted under the old covenant is given to a fuller and richer extent under the new covenant. Thus there is indeed a difference in degree (cf. Vander Meiden, 1955, 41).
- As far as the fulfillment of this prophecy is concerned, some place it after the exile, because the context refers to people returning (Jer. 31:23-25) and because they would then naturally be preoccupied with the law (cf. Neh. 9.38-10.31). In our view the prophesies concerning the new covenant refer more to a new, enduring dispensation the covenant. This new dispensation came when Christ completed his work as Mediator and when his Spirit was poured out (see Heb. 8:6-13; 2 Cor. 3:6). Believers from among the Jewish people and from the nations of the world are proof that God fulfils his promise (cf. Rom. 9:24-26; 2 Cor. 6:16-18). Thus the church of Christ represents the people of the new covenant.


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It's normal for a cat's water requirements to increase as the weather warms up. Many cats are ancestral desert inhabitants that are careful about how much water they drink. Sometimes excessive drinking in cats, especially if they're accompanied by other symptoms, can be a cause for concern.
If your cat is continuously seeking out bowls, cups, and puddles, it may have polydipsia (excessive thirst). A cat with polydipsia may drink over 60 ml per kg of body weight per day. There are several causes of excessive thirst in cats, ranging from behavioral to pathological, such as diabetes, hyperthyroidism, dehydration, and urinary tract disease.
However, cats are highly skilled at concealing signs of illness and disease. It may only be noticed via subtle behavioral changes, such as increased thirst or lethargy. Keeping an eye on your cat's drinking patterns and other unusual signs can help you determine whether your cat's desire to drink constantly is due to a weather change or an underlying health condition.
- 1 How Much Water Should My Cat Drink?
- 2 Medical Causes of Increased Thirst in Cats
- 2.1 1) Fever
- 2.2 2) Kidney Failure
- 2.3 3) Diabetes Mellitus
- 2.4 4) Hyperthyroidism
- 2.5 5) Urinary Problems
- 2.6 6) Dehydration
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How Much Water Should My Cat Drink?
Cats should drink about 60 ml per kg of their body weight every day. For example, a 4 kg (8.8lb) cat should be drinking 240 ml or one cup of water daily to ensure it's body functions optimally.
However, when deciding the amount of water your cat should drink every day, it's also important to consider your cat's diet. Dry food is about 10% water, whereas wet food can be as much as 80% water. Therefore, a 4 kg cat on a wet food diet may only need to drink 30 ml of water every day, whereas a 4kg cat on a dry food diet may need over 200ml of water every day.
If your cat is drinking more than the recommended amount or if its increased thirst accompanies other symptoms, such as increased or decreased urination, appetite changes, lethargy, vomiting, increased sleep or diarrhea, take your pet to the vet with a urine sample.
You can collect your cat's urine sample by placing a non-absorbable litter or plastic wrap cut up into strips into a clean litter tray. Collect the urine in a clean jar after your cat pees, and take the sample to the clinic within 1 hour from collection or place it in the fridge for up to 12 hours.
What Are the Causes of Increased Thirst in Cats?
Cats are believed to be evolutionarily predisposed to consume their liquids with their solids. Cats feed frequently in the wild, hunting small animals throughout the day.
Supporters of this theory suggest that most cats meet their fluid requirements from the animal they've hunted (such as a small bird) – without the need for additional water intake. This explains why it's normal for most cats not to drink much water.
If your cat's drinking habits have changed suddenly, consider looking for the cause and other possible signs. There are three major causes of excessive thirst in cats, which include:
- Compensatory Causes. Your cat's diet is primarily composed of dry or high-sodium foods, which makes it thirstier.
- Environmental Causes. Increased heat can cause your cat to pant more to cool itself, allowing it to lose more water.
- Pathological Causes. Sickness can also increase your cat's water requirements. Vomiting, diarrhea, diabetes, kidney disease, and hyperthyroidism are some examples of medical issues that can make a cat thirstier.
Medical Causes of Increased Thirst in Cats
If your cat has any of the following problems or conditions, set up an appointment with your vet. Older cats are more prone to medical conditions such as diabetes, kidney disease, and hyperthyroidism.
1) Fever
Cats can experience numerous types of infections that cause fever, but it can be difficult to spot whether your cat is feeling unwell. Sometimes fever can cause your cat to drink more water than usual. According to the Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery, the most common cause of fever, or pyrexia in cats was infectious peritonitis, followed by inflammatory conditions.
The only way to tell if your cat has a fever is to take its temperature using a thermometer. Temperatures ranging from 100.4 to 102.5 degrees Fahrenheit are considered normal in cats. Anything above 102.5 degrees Fahrenheit indicates that your cat has a fever and a temperature higher than 106 degrees Fahrenheit can be harmful to its organs.
Causes of Fever in Cats
Fever in cats usually occurs when the immune system has been triggered by conditions, such as:
- A bacterial, viral or fungal infection
- Injury from trauma
- A tumor
- Certain medications
- Diseases such as lupus
Signs and Symptoms of Fever in Cats
Conditions that cause fever in cats often result in other obvious behavioral changes as well. Certain behavioral changes are evolutionarily designed to help cats cope with illness and conserve enough energy to have a fever. Fevers are a good thing. They fight disease by activating the immune system and slowing down the growth and development of pathogens in the body.
Oftentimes, fever may be accompanied by other signs, some of which include:
- Loss of appetite
- Grumpiness
- Depression
- Lethargy or lack of activity
- Increased or decreased drinking
- Decreased grooming
- Rapid breathing or shivering
Your cat may also show other specific signs of sickness, such as vomiting, sneezing, and diarrhea.
How to Check Your Cat's Temperature
To check whether your cat has a fever, use a digital pediatric rectal thermometer with some lubricant (e.g., Vaseline) applied to the tip. You may need to retrain your cat with the help of another person. Alternatively, you can cradle your cat's body with one arm using a firm grip.
Lift the tail gently and insert the thermometer into your cat's anus. Twist the thermometer gently and carefully from side to side to help the muscles relax. Next, gently insert the thermometer one inch into the rectum. Don't force this step. Remove the thermometer once you hear the beep and clean it with alcohol before reading the temperature.
If your cat hasn't been vomiting, finish off by offering it a treat.
How to Take Care of a Cat with Fever
If your cat has a high fever for more than 24 hours, take it to the vet. Your vet may perform some tests to determine the cause and suitable steps to resolve the underlying issue. For example, if your cat has a bacterial infection, your vet may prescribe antibiotics. If your cat has moderate to severe dehydration due to fever, intravenous or subcutaneous fluids may be necessary.
2) Kidney Failure
According to Veterinary Pathology, kidney disease is the most common metabolic disease in domestic cats. In many cats, kidneys tend to fail with age, and if left untreated, the condition can cause severe complications. Cats are obligate carnivores and protein is a major part of their diet. This means that a cat's kidneys have to work harder, making it prone to kidney disease as it gets older.
In the case of chronic kidney disease, there is no cure available. However, early diagnosis and proper home care can help elevate the length and quality of your cat's life.
Some kittens can also be born with kidney disease. Toxins, trauma, and infection are other causes. There are two types of kidney failure in cats:
- Acute Renal failure. This type develops suddenly within days or weeks and is often reversible if diagnosed early. It can happen in cats of all ages due to poisons such as toxic plants (e.g., lilies), antifreeze, cleaning products, and certain human medications, as well as trauma to the pelvis or bladder, shock, dehydration, kidney infection, heart failure, and urethral blockages.
- Chronic Renal Failure. This occurs mostly in middle-aged and older cats and can take months or years to develop. Chronic kidney failure is harder to treat, and its exact cause isn't understood. Some vets believe it may be due to kidney blockages and infections, high blood pressure, thyroid issues, advanced dental disease, and cancer.
Signs and Symptoms of Kidney Failure in Cats
Cats with kidney failure may drink a lot of water because it is trying to replace the water lost due to frequent urinating – another sign of kidney disease. Kidney failure can cause your cat to urinate more because it isn't able to hold water any longer. Frequent urination outside the litter box is another telltale sign. Also, your cat may be drinking a lot of water and losing weight.
Other signs to look out for include:
- Decreased appetite and weight loss
- Bad breath (ammonia-like smell)
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Bloody, cloudy urine
- Brownish tongue
- Dry coat
- Mouth ulcers on the tongue and gums
- Constipation
- Weakness
- Apathy
Feline Kidney Disease Diagnosis and Treatment
During diagnosis, your vet will perform blood and urine tests, an ultrasound, X-rays and/or biopsy to determine whether your cat has kidney disease. If your cat has kidney disease, treatments may include IV fluids, specialized diets, medications and surgery to remove any blockages. Homecare may include injecting fluids under your cat's skin.
Your cat's diet will have to be low in protein and phosphorus and enriched with omega-3 fatty acids, and vitamin D. Introduce new foods to your cat's diet gradually. Your vet can advise you on how you can make the transition easier, for yourself and your cat.
Take your cat for regular checkups and offer it plenty of fresh, clean water and a comfortable environment for it to relax in.
3) Diabetes Mellitus
A large number of cats develop diabetes mellitus, which is the body's inability to respond to or produce sufficient levels of insulin. Insulin is a hormone required by the body to balance blood sugar levels. If left untreated, diabetes can lead to weight loss, dehydration, loss of appetite, stress and anxiety, severe depression, motor function problems, coma, and even death.
There are two types of diabetes: type-1 and type-2. In type-1 diabetes, a decrease in insulin production in the body causes glucose concentrations to exceed normal levels. In type-2 diabetes, cells in the body are unable to respond properly to insulin, causing glucose levels to increase. Most cats suffer from type-2 diabetes.
Signs and Symptoms
Increased thirst (polydipsia) and increased urination are the main symptoms of diabetes. Diabetes is also more common in overweight and obese cats.
If your cat is drinking a lot of water and eating more, it may be due to diabetes. Diabetes is the body's inability to process a cat's main source of fuel: glucose. Therefore, cats with diabetes often have an insatiable appetite because their bodies cannot derive enough fuel from their diet.
Diagnosis of feline diabetes involves conducting blood and urine tests to check glucose concentrations. Be prepared to answer questions regarding any clinical signs, such as weight loss, increased appetite, increased thirst, and increased urination.
The primary goals of treating feline diabetes include:
- Glycemic control
- Minimizing weight loss
- Minimizing increased urination and thirst
- Restoring the appetite
- Preventing low blood glucose levels using therapy
Insulin Therapy
Oral drugs designed for humans rarely work for feline diabetes. Cats with diabetes are typically treated with insulin injections, which are to be administered at home according to your doctor's instructions.
Dietary Control
To improve the levels of blood glucose in your cat's body, your vet may recommend giving your cat a low-carbohydrate diet.
According to Veterinary Medicine: Research and Reports, most commercial dry foods have 60% of their energy from carbohydrates. On the other hand, feral cats that hunt animal prey have an average energy intake of 52% crude protein, 46% crude fat and about 2% carbohydrates.
It's also critical that you can eliminate weight loss caused by diabetes by feeding multiple times per day or allowing access to food throughout the day. If your cat is overweight, talk to your vet about a weight loss program to help it maintain more stable blood glucose levels.
There is no cure for feline diabetes, but it can be managed with proper diet control, appropriate education and support from the cat's owner.
Even if your cat has diabetes, it can live a long and quality lifestyle if its condition is managed well. Some cats may even stop needing insulin treatments – however, even in such cases, it is vital that you keep a lookout for recurring signs of diabetes and maintain a low-carbohydrate diet.
4) Hyperthyroidism
Hyperthyroidism is a common glandular disorder in cats often caused by an overactive thyroid gland. An overactive thyroid gland will produce excessive amounts of thyroxin hormone, resulting in a higher metabolism, high heart rate, and high blood pressure.
Hypothyroidism can occur in all breeds and genders of cats, but it's most common in older felines, with an average age of 12-13 years.
Signs and Symptoms
The most common clinical signs of hyperthyroidism are increased appetite (67-81%) and weight loss (95-98%). Other signs include excessive thirst, hyperactivity, increased urination, panting, diarrhea, a messy appearance, and increased shedding. Your cat may also be drinking more water and throwing up due to hyperthyroidism.
There are many treatment options for feline hyperthyroidism. Each treatment may have varying levels of benefits and disadvantages.
Oral Medication
Antithyroid medications such as Methimazole can be effective in rectifying the condition within 2-3 weeks. However, some cats may have side effects, such as vomiting, loss of appetite, lethargy and blood cell abnormalities. Occasionally, there may be severe adverse effects such as blood clotting disorders, liver problems, and self-induced trauma.
Surgical Removal of the Thyroid Gland
Surgical removal may be needed if hyperthyroidism is caused by a benign tumor (thyroid adenoma). Luckily, most cats with hyperthyroidism have benign tumors that can be removed easily; following which patients will get cured. Anesthesia may be difficult in older cats with hyperthyroidism that has affected the heart or other organs.
Radioactive Iodine Therapy
This is the most effective treatment for hyperthyroidism in cats. No anesthesia is needed, and the treatment is carried out by injecting radioactive iodine, which concentrates in the thyroid gland and eliminates hyper-functioning tissues. The only downsides are that it requires 10-14 days of hospital stay and can be costly ($500-$1200).
5) Urinary Problems
If your cat has been drinking a lot of water but not peeing, it could be a sign of a urinary problem. With urinary problems, cats tend to strain more and have difficulty urinating. Urinary issues can cause significant discomfort in cats and require veterinary attention.
If you notice no urine coming out, your cat may have a blocked bladder. A blocked bladder is a medical emergency. Take your cat to an emergency veterinary center for immediate treatment.
Not all causes of urinary problems in cats are medical. In most cases, stress and anxiety caused by changes in the environment, new additions in the house, changing the litter tray or cat bed location and loud noises can contribute to urinary problems in cats.
A dominant cat intruding in your cat's territory or a sudden diet change are other causes. Environmental stress can contribute to Feline Idiopathic Cystitis (FIC).
Another cause could be solid crystals forming in your cat's urine, which can result in urethral plugs or bladder stones. Other, less common causes include urinary tract infections, urinary tumors or anatomical issues, all of which are referred to as Feline Lower Urinary Tract Disease (FLUTD).
Urinary tract disease is a painful condition that occurs in middle-aged, overweight, male, desexed and indoor cats. It can also occur in cats that are only given dry food. However, urinary problems can occur in any cat, so it is essential to keep a lookout for any unusual urinating behavior.
Signs and Symptoms
Signs of urinary problems that you will be able to see first are your cat constantly trying to urinate and straining while peeing. You may also notice that your cat's urine trickles instead of coming out smoothly.
In severe cases, you may notice fatigue, vomiting, your cat crying out in pain and blood in the urine. If you see any of these signs, take your cat to the vet immediately as it could indicate a bladder blockage.
Stress can be a major cause of urinary problems in cats, so start by ruling out any possible sources of stress. Have you moved your cat's litter tray recently, or is there a different cat that may be aggressive towards yours?
Problems with litter tray placements and sharing litter trays can be easily corrected. If there is competition for the litter box, make sure you place more litter boxes in different areas of the house.
If your cat has a bacterial infection, your vet may ask for a urine sample. Urinary tract infections are rare, but if it is diagnosed in your cat, your vet will prescribe a suitable antibiotic. In severe conditions, such as in the case of bladder stones or urethral obstructions, urinary catheters or surgery may be needed.
If your cat's urinary issues are caused by urinary crystals, you may have to increase your cat's fluid intake and modify its diet, especially if it's normally given dry food only.
6) Dehydration
Dehydration can occur due to fluid loss or reduced water intake in cats. Overheating from hot and humid weather conditions, vomiting, increased activity, and diarrhea, and lead to fluid loss.
It's important to give cats access to fresh water at all times because some cats may not drink any water until they've lost up to 8% of the water stored in their bodies.
The following are some general symptoms of dehydration in cats:
- Panting
- Increased thirst
- Loss of appetite
- Sunken eyes
- Lethargy
- Depression
- Dry mouth
- Elevated heart rate
- Decreased skin elasticity
What To Do If Your Cat Is Dehydrated
To identify dehydration, gently lift the skin between your cat's shoulder blades or the back of its neck. Unless your cat is very thin or overweight, the skin should return immediately.
If your cat is dehydrated, the skin won't return to normal immediately. However, in most cases, dehydration cannot be easily detected and should, therefore, be diagnosed and treated by a veterinarian.


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Firewood is widely recognized as a major source of non-native forest insect and disease infestations. A rule governing the importation of untreated firewood into Vermont went into effect on May 1, 2016. Visitors to Vermont State Parks, Vermont State Forests, and the Green Mountain National Forest may only bring firewood originating from Vermont or that is heat treated and in its original, labeled package. To help slow the spread of emerald ash borer within Vermont, ash firewood that has not been heat treated should not be moved outside of the Emerald Ash Borer Infested Area in Vermont.
Vermont Department of Forests, Parks and Recreation. Forestry Division.
Missouri Department of Agriculture.
Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources.
Vermont Agency of Natural Resources. Department of Forests, Parks, and Recreation.
As part of the ongoing response to the recent discovery of the Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) within the state, Vermont has joined the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)'s 31-state quarantine boundary. The quarantine will help reduce the movement of infested ash wood to un-infested regions outside of Vermont's borders. Ash wood may not be moved from Vermont to Maine, Rhode Island, or 7 counties in New Hampshire because the pest has not been identified in these states and counties. Vermont is also developing a series of slow-the-spread recommendations, initially including recommendations for handling logs, firewood, and other ash materials. To learn more about these recommendations, to see a map indicating where EAB is known to occur in Vermont, and to report suspected invasive species like EAB, visit vtinvasives.org


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A new quality and environmental manager has been appointed by Hertel, the Middlesbrough-based multi-discipline construction and maintenance services company.
Ray Tant joins the firm from James Fisher Nuclear, where he developed and maintained quality and environmental systems and procedures.
With more than 20 years' experience in the field, Tant has also previously worked for Remploy Frontline, the marine and engineered textiles business, and the Ackermann division of Honeywell, which designs and manufactures automation and control systems.
He likewise has experience in the nuclear, electrical and non-destructive testing sectors.
In his new role, Tany, who is also a fully qualified mechanical engineer, will be managing the quality and environmental systems at the company's facilities and customer sites in the oil and gas, nuclear, process and energy sectors.Chris Abbey, Hertel UK and Ireland's health, safety, environment and quality said: "Ray's mechanical engineering experience and understanding of our sectors make him a valuable addition to the team."
Hertel, which employs more than 1,000 in the North East, specialises in working at oil refineries, chemical plants, power stations and nuclear facilities. It established its UK operation in 1975 with a head office in Middlesbrough, and employs 2,500 staff throughout the UK and Ireland.


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French Country Cottages offers the finest collection of holiday cottages, all chosen for their character, luxury and heritage. This collection is one of many within the cottages.com family and features cottages graded 4 stars and above, all curated by our accommodation experts. If you can't find what you are looking for at French Country Cottages, click here to visit Cottages.com and browse over 19,000 properties from all of our collections, all of which are inspected and graded to ensure you find the perfect cottage.
Activity & Leisure
2 nights - mostly start on Fri or Sat
3 nights - must start on Fri
4 nights - must start on Mon
5 nights - 22nd or 29th Dec 2012 only.
All on ground floor: Living/dining room/kitchen with breakfast bar, French doors to terrace and tiled floor. Two double bedrooms. Bathroom with shower (no WC). Two separate WCs. Annexe: Living/dining room/kitchen. Shower room/WC
Location: 4km from Clermont l'Herault (shops, restaurants), 6km from Cirque-de-Mourèze (walking, cycling), 10km from Lake Salagou (water sports, cycling), 15km from Saint-Guilhem-le-Desert (shops, abbey).
Close to Clermont l'Herault, this spacious, detached holiday villa with air conditioning is a haven for relaxing around the private outdoor swimming pool. It has two bedrooms, and an annexe with additional living space and shower room. There is also a games area with pool table and TV. For your convenience, the owner lives on site. Discover the Hérault region with its rich culture and natural heritage, enjoy walking in the Cirque-de-Mourèze, Saint-Guilhem-le-Desert or while enjoying a picnic on the fabulous Lake Salagou. Make sure you don't miss the Estivales-de-Pézenas, the festival of local wine and food.
Approximate distance to Montpellier airport is 11 km.
French Country Cottages is the trading name of
Vacation Rentals (UK) Ltd.
Registered Office: Spring Mill, Earby, Barnoldswick, Lancashire, BB94 0AA.
Registered in England and Wales. Company Registration Number: 00965389.
VAT Registered Number: GB 598 22 99 77


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Monthly Archives: January 2019
Bristol's best late-night take-aways #2
In the second of a series of posts, Evie Steen and a team of early-hours connoisseurs bring you the definitive guide to how to satisfy ferocious hunger after a few too many pints…
Slix and Rita's
Where to find it: 88-91 Stokes Croft, Bristol BS1 3RD (Slix)
94 Stokes Croft, Bristol BS1 3RJ (Rita's)
Pouring out of Lakota, Love Inn, and Crofters Rights and making their way up Stokes Croft, wobbly club goers part like the red sea onto either side of the road searching for the right food to hit the spot.
Rita's or Slix? The question that divides us all.
Both places have been around since anyone can remember, feeding the 5,000 chicken and chips in the early hours of Saturday and Sunday morning. Rita's has more of an expansive menu – you won't catch a kebab on the menu in Slix - and a man who looks out the window smiling at passersby. But Slix is open until 6am and serves a good portion of fries, so who could really make the decision?
These two places remain the same in the constantly changing area of Stokes Croft. Get your Rita's T-shirt whilst you tuck into your food and try to drown out the screaming of orders and overpowering chart music once you have managed to perch on one of the two chairs available. It's all part of the experience. Slix has a bit less of the in-flight entertainment but sometimes all you want is a quick in-and-out transaction.
Needless to say you've got all the ingredients of a late-night take-away between these two places – irritating drunk people desperate for their kebab, something greasy and over-priced mayo.
Dennis Kebab
Where to find it: 40 Cannon St, Bristol BS3 1BN, just off the bottom of North Street
What to expect: Well, Bedminster is not the most buzzing area past 2am (unless that desire for a kebab arrives on a Sunday night) so you might struggle to find a place to fill your stomach, but this place satisfies the needs of many before packing up for the night. After the trek from town back to your home turf across the river, reward yourself with a well deserved kebab whilst Dennis makes you feel right at home.
House Speciality: The chicken kebab is notably great.
Diamond Kebab and Pizza
Where to find it: 28 Park St, Bristol BS1 5JA
What to expect: This establishment is for those University of Bristol kids who like to venture further into town for a boogie than the pop-infested Triangle and can't make it back to the top of the hill for their greasy kebab. It's even open 24h on a Wednesday, a bit strange, but ideal for those leaving the clubs on the Triangle late on sports society night. Catch a University of Bristol versus UWE scrap outside for entertainment with your meal.
House Speciality: It's got to be the lamb doner.
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Mon–Thurs | 12pm–3pm | 5pm–10pm
Fri–Sun | 12pm–11pm
Mon–Tue | 5:30pm–10pm
Wed–Thurs | 12pm–3pm | 5:30pm–10pm
Fri | 12pm–3pm | 5:30pm–11.30pm
Sat | 12pm–11:30
Sun | 12pm–10pm
Please note: We ONLY take early dinner bookings at Liverpool St, CBD (5-6:30pm).
Please use the form below for general enquiries only. If you'd like to book a table scroll down… if you'd like to book a function; go here.
If you would like to book for lunch (or early dinner) in the City, click here.
Give someone the gift that keeps on giving. Gift vouchers are available here.
We do require credit card details to secure your group booking. You will only be charged in case of a no-show or late cancellation. We do permit outside foods such as cakes, for which we charge a nominal $3pp cakeage fee.
Not all tables are wheelchair accessible, please contact us to check availability. Children's high chair's are available on request at our Fitzroy location.
If we can't seat you straight away, there are some great local bars close by so you can enjoy a drink while you wait and we will SMS you as soon as your table comes up.
You can book either of our locations for lunch, and we accept pre-theatre bookings from 5pm at our Liverpool St restaurant for the 5-6:30pm timeslot.
The chef's table at our Fitzroy location is a long, low table at the back of the restaurant in a semi-private area: the perfect space for a celebration or gathering of friends. Book here for either a 6pm or 8:30pm sitting.
Our Fitzroy location also has an upstairs private function room with a capacity of roughly 30 seated or 50 standing.


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The Finer Points on the Tipping Point Part 2
As we wrote in an earlier installment, the tipping point is made up of an initial action, followed up by several quick actions and interactions that start the momentum of a project or campaign to take a life of its own until achieving its ultimate goal.
Together, we agree the eventual outcome is dictated by the amount of effort and energy expended toward reaching the objective. Whether it's a fundraising goal or an attendance figure, most of us are trapped between too many initiatives and not enough resources. There is either a lack of time, personnel or finances standing in the way of achieving our desired results.
But in most cases, these are merely excuses. As professionals, it is our job to use creativity, leverage resources and build audiences to make things happen. That is why we get paid.
Once in a blue moon though, all of the items align and you are allowed to transcend mere pedestrian levels and soar to new heights through the comments, actions and encouragement of your most devoted followers and those who are new to you.
But what allows us to benefit from all of that energy? You need to begin with a dedicated group of fans who follow you and are intrigued and captivated by your organization. But step two is to determine what will mobilize them to do something for your benefit? What will make them get out of their comfort zone and pledge or donate, and then ask someone close to them to do so too?
Is it the message? Is it the frequency? How important is it for an individual to be counted among the first? How important is it that an individual is counted among the masses? At what point are they moved solely by the fear to not be left out? How much will the tipping point affect them?
It is a mixture of all of the above that creates the greatest of successes, but those random 'lightning strike' instances are certainly not something you can put into your budgets or forecasts. It is the dedication of a single individual or small group to a single cause that create the most spectacular of results.
While the tipping point is indeed a numbers game, so too is all of sales and the sales functions. But to harness the goals, needs, wants and desires of our supporters – whether they are patrons of our organization, benefactors of our cause or merely consumers of our content, look at them as individuals that can be affected by the actions of the masses. In return, you must create the impetus for them to react and make sure you do everything you can to make them aware of it. it.
The socialization of the project, either in person or through social media channels, is what helps kick your campaign into overdrive. By having your fans share their support of you with their network, makes the impossible possible, the unfundable fundable and invites others to get engaged and to feel involved.
The trick is how to make everyone aware of your success until which point it begins to take on a life of its own. This is where social media is your ultimate tool and allows everyone to be witnesses to the great things going on to such a point, they must jump in and be a part of the excitement.
Don't take anything for granted and be sure to put yourself out there… way out there if necessary. You need to be noticed and respected for what you are trying to achieve. This does not mean you need to sacrifice your own personal beliefs, nor the tried and true rules of marketing. But those passionate few who go a little overboard in their zeal usually get to their goal first!
The person who only puts his toe in the pool risks not ever enjoying getting all wet, and in the end isn't that what its all about? Pushing yourself for your cause may feel uncomfortable at first, but once you start to see the results, you know it is worth making yourself vulnerable to those who are as passionate about your organization as you are.


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Arts and craft shows in Albuquerque abound during the holiday season, offering shoppers a chance to pick up unique gifts. Albuquerque's annual arts and craft shows typically begin in early November and continue through December.
Don't forget to check out other holiday events in Albuquerque, such as Nutcracker performances and holiday music.
Craft Shows in November
UNM Arts & Crafts Fair
The middle of November
Student Union Building, University of New Mexico Campus
Occurring for more than 55 years, this three-day craft fair usually has more than 70 local vendors and students selling handmade goods.
Los Alamos Art Council Holiday Arts and Crafts Fair
The Saturday before Thanksgiving
Los Alamos Middle School, 2101 Hawk Drive, Los Alamos
As one of the four arts and crafts fairs hosted by the Los Alamos Art Council, this event features work done by more than 100 juried artisans from the Southwest.
Bandelier Bazaar and Holiday Craft Fair
The weekend before Thanksgiving
Bandelier Elementary School, 3309 Pershing Ave. SE
Hosted by the Bandelier Elementary PTA, this holiday bazaar takes place in the school's cafeteria and gym. More than 50 local artists and crafters sell their arts and crafts, and shoppers can purchase student-made art. Neighborhood food trucks are also on-site.
Cibola High School Best Buddies Crafts Show
The weekend before Thanksgiving
Cibola High School, 1510 Ellison Drive NW
This craft fair features more than 80 vendors selling handcrafted items, face painting, and a raffle. Proceeds from the event benefit Cibola Best Buddies, which is an organization that promotes friendship between students with and without special needs.
St. Mark's Hollyberry Arts & Crafts Fair
The weekend before Thanksgiving
St. Mark's Episcopal Church, 431 Richmond Place NE
This two-day event features more than 30 vendors selling their arts and crafts, including paintings, photography, jewelry, woodworking, and religious items. Bake sale items are also available.
Sandia High School Band Annual Craft Fair
The weekend before Thanksgiving
Sandia High School, 7801 Candelaria Road NE
Held in the school's common area, this craft fair features more than 200 booths of handcrafted items.
Placitas Holiday Fine Arts & Crafts Sale
The weekend before Thanksgiving
Three locations: Anasazi Fields, 26 Camino de los Pueblitos, Placitas; by Las Placitas Presbyterian Church at 7 Paseo de San Antonio, Placitas; and Placitas Elementary School, 5 Calle del Carbon, Placitas
For this two-day event, more than 80 artists come to these three locations. The juried event, which has taken place for more than 35 years, features jewelry, paintings, and photography.
Rio Grande Holiday Show
Thanksgiving weekend
Expo New Mexico's Manuel Lujan Building, 300 San Pedro Drive NE
The annual holiday show kicks off the holiday shopping season by featuring more than 175 artists, a variety of entertainment, food, and holiday music. This family-oriented event also has a Holiday Creation Station for kids where they can craft their own gifts.
Shows in December
Monte Vista Elementary School Annual Holiday Craft Fair
Monte Vista Elementary School, 3211 Monte Vista Blvd. NE
First Saturday in December
Walk the hallways at the elementary school and purchase items from local businesses, crafters, students, and artists. The fair also has wreaths available to bid on through a silent auction.
Winter Spanish Market
The first weekend in December
National Hispanic Cultural Center, 1701 4th Street SW
New Mexico artists gather at this two-day event, which also features local music, food, and demonstrations.
Albuquerque Garden Center Holiday Fair Plant & Craft Sale
First full weekend in December
Albuquerque Garden Center, 10120 Lomas Blvd.
With more than 40 juried crafters, this two-day event includes crafts, fresh garlands, floral centerpieces, Christmas plants, and local food items.
Ernest Stapleton Elementary Holiday Craft Fair
Second Saturday of December
Ernest Stapleton Elementary, 3100 Stapleton Ave. NE, Rio Rancho
More than 50 vendors showcase their handmade jewelry, artwork, and other items.
JCC Hanukkah Fest
Second Sunday of December
Jewish Community Center of Greater Albuquerque, 5520 Wyoming, NE
Shoppers can purchase arts and crafts, listen to live entertainment, enjoy Jewish food, and play games.
Cielo Azul Elementary Holiday Fair
Second Saturday of December
Cielo Azul Elementary, 3804 Shiloh Rd. NE, Rio Rancho
Held in the school's gymnasium and cafeteria, the holiday fair features numerous handmade holiday crafts.
Rail Yards and Downtown Growers' Market Holiday Market
Rail Yards Market, 777 1st St. SW
Third weekend of December
With almost 200 vendors selling numerous types of food products, this three-day holiday market typically has more than 30,000 visitors.


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designing and creating playful outdoor spaces for children and nature
We design, build and project manage the installation of bespoke playgrounds and events spaces designed to complement the history and ecology of the setting. The aim is to encourage family time and inspire in children a love of history and the natural world through investigation and discovery.
Celebrating our 10th year in 2019 we pride ourselves on manufacturing all our own play equipment from recycled or sustainable sourced materials.
The design team have a strong background portfolio in industrial, interior, landscape and horticultural design bringing a wealth of knowledge to play. We like to develop new concepts and enjoy the challenge of designing new items to make.
The workshop team are based on a farm just outside Bristol and hand make everything from timbers sourced from sustainable woodland, we keep the yard well stocked with interesting timbers and mill our own boards and planks.
The landscape team travels throughout Britain to install our play spaces, we use our own team to maintain a high standard of workmanship.
It is very important to us that the company remains innovative and fresh, we keep an eye on current trends and theories. Bristol is the perfect base as it is a forward thinking city with a strong environmental passion. Our team reflect it's diverse mix of character, skills and people.
The aim of all our play spaces is to inspire in children a love of nature and the natural world through investigation and discovery.
Good to know….
- We have been awarded a framework position with the Forestry Commission for all areas of the UK for 4 years until 2022.
- We are part of the ESPO for Natural Play Areas / Timber Equipment and Bespoke Play Equipment until 2021, ESPO Catalogue for Early Years & Curriculum products from April 2018 until 2022.
- We are on 2 year framework for Devon & Somerset Councils and Rotherham Council to provide play equipment
- Our design work is led by a Landscape Architect and we can supply plans for planning applications, funding applications and public consultation events
- All our equipment conforms to EN1176 & EN1177 Playground Equipment Standards.
- We have £15m Public & Product Liability Insurance plus £2m Professional Indemnity cover
- Our equipment is approved by The Play Inspection Company in a Post Installation Inspection.
- We are accredited to CHAS and ACDC Scheme for Contractors
- Aftercare service – we have a long standing relationship with customers and are happy to provide maintenance, repairs and advice.


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Month: January 2011
I had hair colour treatment and enrichment treatment today. Hope my hair will stay healthy. After all, Been using the non-sulphur formula for almost 2 years!
Poor Dad
School CNY Day
New Schedule Board
Bad mood Good Mood
I was having a very bad mood a few days ago. I tried to look for ways to cheer myself up. Some worked n some didn't. Luckily the depressing feeling is gone. And I am enjoying myself again. Thanks to God, my mighty father.


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Richard has been creating and providing graphic design as well as website design and development services since the early 90s. Starting his career in Orlando he has worked and designed for top companies such as Walt Disney World, Orlando Regional Medical Center, and the Orlando Sentinel (Tribune Company). Before starting Four Winds Agency, he freelanced for more than a few dozen local companies. He has worked with companies from New York to the Grand Cayman Islands. As far west as Kansas and a nonprofit in the far east Kolkata, India.
Self described as an indoor kid, it wasn't until 2002, on a mission trip down the Amazon River, that the outdoor bug started to get him. He has since camped and hiked part of the Appalachian Trail, Zion National Park, Bryce Canyon, part of the Grand Canyon, the Guadalupe Mountains, as well as parts of Washington State, and the Sapa Mountains in North Vietnam.
Richard launched Four Winds Agency in 2016 and moved to the Atlanta area in 2017 with his wife to expand the services and spend the weekends hiking and exploring.
Tina is a skilled professional, with a long career in advertising sales and marketing. She has spent the past few years focusing her efforts with Chambers and Nonprofits social media and email marketing.
Shelby has over 18 years of experience in marketing, advertising, and brand management. She is a results-driven marketer who strives to deliver real results for her clients. Her unique perspective can be attributed to her experience on the client side, sales side, in operations roles and in strategy. These different roles have given her a more holistic approach to marketing and advertising, as well as a desire to provide excellent customer service. She strives to provide the level of service she likes to receive.
Shelby's specialty is digital advertising (including display, search, mobile, and social), but she is also well-versed in traditional media. She is a hands-on digital strategist who enjoys being part of the process, from ideation to completion. She has worked with clients and agencies representing all types of industries, from Financial to Fast Food. Her clients have included Walt Disney World, the Orlando Magic, Miami University, and McCoy Federal Credit Union, just to name a few.
In recent years, she has taken a more operational role, managing the day-to-day digital marketing for a jewelry start-up in New York City, and consulting with non-profit clients regarding business strategy. An avid volunteer, Shelby finds working with non-profits to be especially satisfying.
Rachel Vazquez is a Graphic Designer with 20+ years experience. She uses her design skills to visually educate and inspire your customers to learn more about something, make a purchase, or to sign up for your services.
Her background includes graphic design, web design, front-end development, email design, digital design, branding, and marketing.
"I love what I do and am excited to be part of this team. I worked with Richard for many years at Orlando Sentinel, of which I have the fondest memories being part of that creative environment. When I'm not in front of the computer, I'm home enjoying my family. I also love reading and the smell of real, paper books. I prefer to get away from the screen from time to time and enjoy the beach." ~Rachel
Nice to meet you, my name is Greg. As you probably know by now, I work with Richard for Four Winds Agency. I live in Orlando and have been in the Central Florida area for more than twenty four years now.
I started doing graphic design around 1989, and have been providing designs and layouts on a professional basis ever since. The Orlando Sentinel is where Richard and I met, so I have had the pleasure of knowing him for some time now. I have had the opportunity to grow as a designer while working there, going form designing for print, to digital advertising using Adobe Flash and Animate. To building websites like the one you are visiting now.
I really do believe that if you want to enjoy life you have to enjoy what you do for work. After all, most people are going to spend the better part of their life while at work. I am fortunate to have found a profession I do enjoy. For instance when you begin new project for a client which is very important for both them and your company, it can be challenging and sometimes even intimidating. But when you are done, and you look back at what you have accomplished, it can be a very satisfying feeling. This is what I have been fortunate enough to experienc during my journey as a graphic designer.
Richard is a talented and dedicated media specialist who has successfully assisted our companies to gain a successful online presence. He was able to update our current systems without a full overhaul. His valuable knowledge of available tools and resources has saved us time and money. We believe Four Winds Agency is determined to help us succeed and we highly recommend their services.
Four Winds Agency is my go to source for everything marketing. I feel confident that their wealth of experience will guide me in the right direction when it comes to branding myself. The recent Direct Mail piece that Four Winds designed for me is timeless and continues to drive results. I find working with this agency to be easy both in communication and delivery of final product. Very pleased with this partnership!
Shelley |
You have done a phenomenal job and been most patient and accommodating with us. We are confident our website will be a huge benefit to our business, and we are most grateful to you for your amazing work.
Cindy |
Four Winds Agency is amazing. I've had the pleasure of working with both Richard and Greg on several design projects including a digital and print magazine. Both designers are open to suggestions and corrections, and they tailor everything to suit your individual themes and tastes. Both are quick to respond (even when the deadline is right around the corner), and the finished project is always what you want and more. Will always recommend Four Winds and its designers for any project!
I am more than satisfied with our website. Four Winds Agency is extremely responsive to all our needs by providing creative solutions and ideas for best ways to market our organization and completes everything in a timely manner – even in those "quick-turnaround" times. I highly recommend Four Winds for their talents and skills for web design but also because of their integrity, honesty and concern for others in our community and the world. They are a blessing to us and all who come in contact with them.
We recently have had several occasions to work with Richard Blount II. We were thoroughly impressed with his skill as a photographer and felt that he was actually working with us, as a partner would do. He was able to take our vague ideas and turn them into the perfect photograph and the perfect ad layout. He exceeded our expectations and we would highly recommend him to anyone else who is in need of "creative genius".
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They have gift sections For Him, For Her and offers experiences, gadgets for the home and garden and fun gifts for the kids. Check Squillions for all year round PrezzyBox voucher codes and offers. Gifts do not have to be expensive, there are a variety of gift ideas all under ten pounds which means you can buy for everyone and still have enough to treat yourself to a gadget.
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The website offers over 1,600 gifts, gadgets and experience days for children, mums and dads and office colleagues and offer the perfect presents. Whether it's a birthday, Christmas or an office leaving do. No matter if you're after a flow wine rack, a gelli baff wind up or a group event experience day at paintball, they have the gift ideas you need to begin your search. Use prezzy box promotional codes.
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i have asus laptop.before 2 days laptop was working properly then i put it on stand by for aperiod of time about an hour then when i returned i turned it on its worked but no diplay only led is blinking and i hear hdd and cpu fan working. tried many times without any result i disassembled the battery and turned it on directly from electric charger and nothing changed.
i connected it to an external screen so also no display
i mean blank screen that there is no disply even boot screen not shown
so please help
If there is no display at all, and no display on an external monitor, it sounds like your laptop has a faulty display adapter. That usually means a new motherboard is required.