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"What's in lunch today, Bhaiya?" Kabir curiously asked to the caterer.
"Whatever you want, sir!" Caterer replied with a smile.
Kabir was having a conversation with the caterer and suddenly he saw a girl.
A bubbly girl with brown eyes. Her hair was soft gold which flowed over her shoulders. She had a tapered waist and her complexion had an impeccable, ochrous hue. Her pencil-thin eyebrows eased down gently to her black, beetle's-leg eyelashes. Those sugar candy-sweet lips carrying the most beautiful smile, her elegant personality, all mesmerized Kabir in just a moment.
"Sir, what will you have in sweet? Gulab jamun or Kheer?" Caterer again asked.
"Gosh!!" Kabir sighed seeing that girl.
"Sorry, sir. Didn't get you." Caterer confusingly said.
"Nothing bhaiya. Today there is no need for desert now." Kabir informed the caterer with a big smile on his face.
Caterer was staring at kabir for a moment and got busy serving others standing in the queue. Kabir's colleagues were waiting for him on the table and he was busy searching for that girl. She disappeared in a flash. He looked for her in the cafeteria but no luck was found. He went back to his colleagues and joined them for lunch.
That whole day kabir was lost and wondered about that girl and murmured with himself seating in the balcony. "Why on god's earth this happens with me only. You should have given some more time to see her god. Finally after many years was so happy to see someone and that happiness even doesn't last long. Huh! Godd..!." That's natural human tendency to crack god for the things which don't go in our favor. Those brown eyes didn't allow him to sleep at that night.
To his surprise, next day he saw that girl again in the canteen. His happiness was touching the sky and he followed the girl to see where she works and used to seat. He was having hawk-eye on that girl while he was having lunch but again those hawk-eyes were of no use as the mystery girl disappeared again. He was fuming on himself and started cracking himself that how can be he so careless. Where did she go? When did she leave that table? He was surrounded by many questions for which he was completely clueless. He was very disappointed with himself at that moment and this time thankfully, he didn't curse god.
Next day kabir finally got his permanent seat allotted in the next side of the wing as he joined the office recently. He got himself settled and started working on the requirements of the newly assigned project. Luck took a U turn for him and the girl was there again. She used to seat in the same side of the wing where kabir got his seat allotted. The joy on his face was clearly visible at that moment but somehow he controlled his emotions and acted busy in his work. He started looking at that girl frequently as he used to get any chance.
Now here comes the main problem. HOW TO INTIATE THE TALK? Well, talking to her was a matter of dream for him. He wanted to know her name. He tried each and every possible way to get her name so the rest information can be obtained from social media.
Days were passing in no time. Kabir was newcomer in the company so he barely knew many people in the company and his shy nature was making it worst to get the girl's name. Desperation surrounded him so badly that he was getting more frustrated day by day. Every day he used to wake up in the morning and promised himself that he will talk to her directly today. The promises were proved fake as he was failing every time. The words refused to come out when he was seeing the girl of his life.
On one day, Kabir was walking around the campus and suddenly he heard a loud call from behind. A girl shouted, "Maithi, come this way!" He looked back and saw that it was the same girl. He ran to his desk like there is no tomorrow and opened his mailbox. He searched for the name 'Methi' in his mailbox. No suggestions were found. He tried searching for other similar attempts but again no luck was found. Then on final attempt he tried searching for 'Maithili' and the results came. He was elated seeing the name of that stranger.
"Ahh, Finallyyy! The stranger has got a name. So Maithili it is." Kabir sighed in relief.
He searched for Maithili on all social media platforms and gathered the information about her. He came to know that the girl is not only software engineer but she sings and writes as well. The deadliest combination of all time. Beauty with brain. He felt so happy to know that stuff about her that it was nearly impossible for him to control his desperation to have a word with Maithili.
Kabir used to stare Maithili more than 30 times a day. Her smile, talks with other colleagues, playing with hair all her little things he used to notice from his desk and that was leaving a small smile on his face. While staring her, sometimes he got caught by Maithili but there was no reaction from her side. She used to stare him sometimes and then again she used to get back to her work and activities. This process was carried out for at least 2 weeks and now it was high time for Kabir to initiate the talk. Somewhere he was having a gut feeling that she was not going to stay in the company for a while. The reason being unknown but it was a pure gut feeling.
One night, Kabir composed himself and prepared himself for having a conversation with Maithili on the next day. This preparation night routine was also carried out for 10 days but every time he failed to have a word with Maithili. He decided to give a smile on one day and will check the response of Maithili. If she responds back then he will go further with talks.
Day 18:
Kabir was keen to give a smile to Maithili. He was eagerly finding a perfect occasion for that. Maithili stood up from her desk and went to fill her water bottle. Kabir followed her and decided to give a smile anyhow this time. The luck was not favoring Kabira at all. He got a call and she rushed away.
Day 19:
Maithili stood up from her desk and went to fill her water bottle. Kabir followed her and decided to give a smile anyhow this time. Kabir saw her coming back. He was literally shivering. As she came closer to him, he didn't react at all. He was all blank. He cursed himself and came back to his desk.
Day 20:
Maithili stood up from her desk and went for coffee. Kabir followed her and again as usual decided to give a smile anyhow this time. Kabir saw her coming back. He shivered, went blank and failed.
Kabir went back to home. He was more angry than disappointed with himself. He got himself motivated by his roommates to have a word at least whatever the result comes. He was pumped up again and came to a conclusion that he will initiate the talk directly. Smile therapy was not working for him as he was going blank every time. Whether she gets angry or accept the talk but he will try. He didn't want any regret this time as he already went through similar kind of situation in the past. He forgot the past and focused on the present. All he didn't want was a regret of not approaching a girl. He was not sure whether he was in love or not. The main focus was to have a word with Maithili anyhow as he was about to travel abroad for business meet in coming days. He was not going to see her for few days. Few days were decades for Kabir as the time progressed.
Day 21:
Kabir typed a message in the messenger. The message was drafted in 1 minute but to send that message took two hours for him.
"Hey!" Kabir pinged to Maithili.
"Listen I'm really very sorry. Please don't get me wrong" He added and closed his eyes as he was nervous. He closed his eyes and prayed for the positive response. Heart was beating faster than the bullet train once the messages were sent.
"Who is it?" Maithili asked confusingly.
"Kabir here. I sit 3-4 rows away from u. Orange shirt guy." Kabir replied.
"I think you have mistaken me with someone else." Maithili answered.
"No..No.. I wanted to ping you only. I saw your writings, you are an amazing writer." He praised.
For a moment Maithili thought that this is all fake, maybe he is just buttering to impress me. But the reality was Kabir meant that and he deeply respected her art.
"What's that 'really sorry' for then" She asked to understand further.
"Nothing, it's just typical being me." He replied nervously.
Kabir was fuming on himself why he mentioned sorry before knowing the situation properly. She barely knew him and she was not angry on him because she didn't notice Kabir staring her that much.
"I think I don't know you." Maithili informed.
"Yup, you don't know me but I hope now you recognize me at least." Kabir replied back biting his nails.
Maithili got busy in her work and she didn't revert back. She was wondering who this guy was and how he came to know about me. She searched on the internet to see who this guy was. Kabir was so confused that he was not able to understand what just happened.
The first thing was that he spoke with her finally which was nearly unbelievable for him and the second thing was what to interpret from those responses of Maithili. Kabir was lost and wondered whole day that what picture she made of him from this short conversation. Roomies asked about the incident but he was so lost that he refused to utter a word. He wanted to give up on Maithili but heart was just not ready to accept the defeat. Mind and heart started quarrelling but in the end heart won and Kabir decided not to give up on Maithili until he finds out what she thinks about him. Whatever the decision will be, he will respect that decision. He also wanted to convince her that he is not like all other guys. He respected Maithili and her choices. He was pleased seeing her the way she was. He just wanted to be a friend with her. If not friend than at least trustworthy stranger. The swag level was getting higher day by day for Kabir because of Maithili.
Day 22:
Kabir went to office early and started doing his work. Maithili came on her regular time and as usual she was looking gorgeous .Whether its modern attire or Indian outfits, she never missed to stun Kabir. That "Gosh!!" word was in loop whenever Kabir saw Maithili. He decided to wait for her message. She didn't message him till afternoon. Afternoon converted in evening. The staring game continued as usual. That whole day he wasted in staring her only. Kabir was going to travel abroad on the very next day. There was so much to tell but again the story remained untold.
Day 28:
Kabir came back from the business trip and went back to the office. He was so happy that he was going to see Maithili after 'so many days' and finally that moment came for which he was waiting so eagerly. Maithili came. She settled so as Kabir's heart which was keen to see her for a long time. The stare game started from Kabir's end. He was just feeling on top of the world in spite of knowing the fact that she is not her friend till now. The talk is yet to be done. The day passed once again without any interaction with Maithili.
Day 29:
Kabir came back to his desk after attending the meeting. He saw Maithili. She came to office early then her regular time. Kabir decided to have a final word with Maithili today to know what she thinks about him. Whether they can be good friends or not. Will she trust him? Will she give a chance to express himself? Kabir had not much to do on that day. He used to read blogs in his spare time specially Maithili's blogs. Checking Maithili's blog twice in a day became habit for him. Kabir opened Maithili's blog and she added a new blog last night.
Kabir started reading the blog and got an unbearable shock. It was Maithili's last day at the office. Kabir went blank. He didn't understand how to react. He felt like someone has stopped him from breathing for a while. He felt the suffocation in the environment and rushed away downstairs. He felt broken. The thought of not having Maithili around from next day was making him sad. Somehow he managed to get back to his desk and saw Maithili. He was speechless. He didn't know what to tell her. How to convey the things which he wanted to tell since past one month. He wondered what to tell her. He was trying to figure out the things and the situation got worst for him. It was Maithili's sign off mail. The mail was touching which was very obvious as it came from the awesome writer. Well, Kabir read that mail again and again. He felt unrest as the time was passing. He decided to give a pen as farewell memento to Maithili which he brought for himself from abroad.
"She is a better writer. She deserves this. God, how can you be so cruel? You just can't bear my happiness. One reason was there and you snatched that too from me." Kabir murmured.
He was going through mixed emotions so as Maithili. She gave her valuable services for 2 years to the organization and it was hard time to bid goodbye to that place. It wasn't going to be an easy task to move on for both of them. Maithili was all set to leave and everyone was bidding farewell to her. Kabir felt himself so helpless that he broke his finger in the anger. He had hawk eye on Maithili as he wanted to convey his best wishes for the future along with the memento. Maithili left the wing, Kabir followed her hurriedly. Maithili was standing at the exit gate and meanwhile Kabir also reached there. Maithili's ID card was taken back so she didn't had access to go through the exit gate. Kabir swiped his ID and made way for Maithili to get out of the exit door. She took the staircase instead of the lift.
Kabir followed her and shouted, "Hey, Maithili, Listen!"
Maithili got a call from her dad and walked away hurriedly from the staircase. Kabir was standing confused at the stairs. He was not able to figure out whether Maithili ignored him or she didn't listen at all. His heart was broken and felt clueless. What to do? How to do? He felt like life has ended for him at that moment. He was confused whether he should follow her till the ground floor and wait for her or let her go. The girl was there, chance was there to ask, Situation was perfect. He should have asked her. If she would have said NO then there was nothing to regret. At least he would have got the answer. Peace of mind would have been there.
To his surprise, he let her go and after 5 minutes he realized he has added one more regret for life time. He composed himself and ran like there was no tomorrow. He took the staircase. Heart was beating like never before. He was surrounded by many weird thoughts but kept his nerves. He reached to ground floor and looked around for Maithili but the damage was already done. She was gone. Kabir went to the campus garden. Sat for a while and somehow managed to control his tears. He was emotionless. His voice failed, heart was broken and soul was shattered. Maithili's smile, her innocent brown eyes were not allowing him to come back in the present. All of a sudden the memories of Maithili came in a flash in front of him.
He gathered himself after 15-20 minutes and went back to his desk. As soon as he sat at his desk, the eyes were just not ready to accept the fact that the girl sitting in the cubical was gone forever. He was staring at her desk but this time there was no one was playing with her hair, no one was there to stare. The reason of his happiness was gone.
Maithili's absence was killing him. Kabir packed his bag and left the office. He went to the backyard of the campus where he used to sit to spend some time with himself. He cried like a baby. There was no one to stop and it was necessary for him to express the pain that he was feeling. Maithili's memories took the complete control of his mind. He unlocked his cell phone and opened Maithili's pics. Most probably that was one of the worst moment of his life. His heart was never going to be the same again but he pretended that everything was OK. He went back to his home and talked to everyone but there was something missing- his SOUL. His soul also left him with Maithili. People say time is the best medicine but what if the time is not able to take back your soul. It's useless if there is no reunion of your body and soul. Sometimes your life will get better when you realize it's better to be alone than to choose people who don't really care about you but Kabir was not able to accept this.
Well, Kabir had to live with that regret. Days were passing and the smile completely disappeared from his face. He was acting like a robot. Wake up, go to office, work, come back to home, check for Maithili's updates and sleep. This became the daily routine for him. He used to check Maithili's blogs so that he might get some hint about where is she and how is she doing? Did she get a new job? So many questions were unanswered. Luck was not favoring him at all. Days converted into months and months into years. 3 years passed.
After 3 years:
Kabir became more matured and calm character. The daily routine was quite changed for him. He got himself associated with one NGO from past 2 years. He started spending his time with the orphan kids of one NGO. Bringing broad smile on lovely kids became the motto for Kabir. Apart from spending time with the kids, Kabir used to write. Initially he started writing for couple of magazines but later on he used to write for his own. Poems were the main attraction for him.
Maithili changed her work domain. She left the IT industry and joined the art club. She was an amazing character. She always preferred to listen to her heart. She was not happy with the IT stuff so she decided to leave the field gracefully. She started writing for a well-known publication and got herself settled in New Delhi. Days were not far for her to be a celebrity writer. Maithili was aware of the fact that Kabir is regularly checking her updates. Her perception for Kabir was changing. She also started checking updates of Kabir. As the days were passing, her heart was also falling for him. She was getting familiar with Kabir thanks to social media.
One day she checked Kabir's profile had no updates for a long time. She was worried. Suddenly she started caring for Kabir. She didn't know the reason of caring. She wanted to message kabir but somewhere it was ego that was destroying the courage of initiating the talk with Kabir. Why should I message him first? He should have pinged me at least if he cares for me in actual. It's been 3 years now. She wondered.
Maithili wrote one novel named 'Walking into paradise' which got famous in no time. She became the young writer sensation. Fame was kissing her feet. She had to roam different cities to attend promotional events of her book. Kabir was asked to move to Jaipur for couple of months due to project requirements. Maithili went to Jaipur to attend one event organized related to her book.
It was Saturday evening. Kabir was feeling home sick and bored. He went to Crossword to buy some books. He was surprised to see huge crowd out there at the store. The store was covered with the posters and big hoarding of Maithili's book. The name of the author mentioned in the hoardings was 'MAITHILI'. Kabir was just shocked to see this. He was wondering is it the same Maithili that he knows. Fortunately Maithili was about to attend the event organized at the crossword only.
The destiny definitely had some plans. Before he understood anything, he saw Maithili coming towards to store. The time just stopped. He was lost in fond memories of Maithili. He was overjoyed to see her back. He was going through so many emotions that made him speechless. Maithili entered in the store and the event started in few minutes. The lost smile was back on Kabir's face. He was observing Maithili very closely. She was not changed at all. She was looking stunning as always. Nothing was changed. "Gosh!" word was there again. Kabir had no idea of time while he was watching Maithili. 2 hours passed and he was still looking at her. The event was about to end. Maithili started giving her book's signed copies to her fans and followers. Kabir took steps hurriedly towards Maithili.
"Can I get one signed copy, too?" Kabir asked Maithili.
Maithili turned back to see who was it and was shocked to see Kabir. She was very happy to see Kabir standing in front of him. She smiled and again started pretending as if everything was normal.
"Oh my god, Mr. Stranger." Maithili pretended with a surprise.
"Oh yes. Miss escape." Kabir replied with a smile.
"I didn't escape. I was just in rush at that day." Maithili answered.
"Oh, Really?" Kabir asked.
"Don't doubt." Maithili replied with mysterious smile.
"I didn't want to doubt but these 3 years that I've gone through, you don't have any idea. I was leaving with a regret of not approaching you. You should have replied at least YES or NO. No contact at all. That's just not done." Kabir explained. He took a break and started complaining again.
Maithili was seeing Kabir complaining and the mysterious smile on her face was making her more beautiful.
Kabir complained for 2-3 minutes continuously and Maithili was not paying attention to his complaints at all. Maithili had so much to explain and wanted to give answers to Kabir's complaints but she preferred to remain silent and was having a bright smile on her face. That smile was describing the joy of meeting Kabir after so long.
Suddenly she hugged Kabir and whispered in his ears "I'm sorry, stranger! I know you missed me but I missed you, too. Forgive me."
Kabir's all complaints were vanished in a moment and his soul felt alive. The new beginning awaited for the freebies.
"It's so hard to forget someone who gave you so much to remember. Appreciate the people who never give up on you."


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Evangelicals and Catholics Together: Blessed Christian Unity or Dangerous Compromise?
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On March 30, 1994, the Associated Press announced a bold new statement published by leading Evangelicals and conservative Roman Catholic leaders. Entitled "Evangelicals & Catholics Together: The Christian Mission in the Third Millenium,"… It urges evangelical Protestants and Roman Catholics to accept…
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David Jones Goes Full On Denim In New Campaign
David Jones has revealed a new multi-platform youth-focused fashion campaign called 'Denim Destiny' to celebrate its unparalleled portfolio of denim brands.
In addition to the above-the-line component, the next month will see David Jones execute a number of customer activations and experiences both in-store and online, dedicated to this wardrobe staple.
Highlighting this season's denim trends, Denim Destiny centres around a mini-catalogue that acts as a guide to help consumers unlock and enhance different aspects of their personality by finding the perfect denim. It is comprised of 24 striking images featuring David Jones youth ambassador Montana Cox along with models Rob Moore and Victoria Lee. The models are pictured against an arresting black and white geometric backdrop, in tarot-inspired poses to represent the various 'denim personalities' including The Lovers, The Empress and The Dreamer.
The full 'Denim Destiny' guide is running as an insert in Elle magazine and hero images from the series are also being used in various youth fashion print and online executions over the month. The campaign creative will also carry through to in-store where it will inspire a series of windows and be represented on the shop floor.
To drive further engagement with the youth audience 'Denim Destiny' campaign will be bought to life via a personalised digital experience. Customers can identify their denim destiny by selecting the personality traits they most identify with and then share their destinies via their social media channels or click through to purchase via the online store.
In-store theatre will provide another touchpoint for customers, with selected stores featuring a pop-up bar, DJ, denim-clad dancers and a Napoleon Perdis Denim Beauty Bar. AG Adriano Goldschmiedwill be bringing to life the global 'Ballerina Project' with a live ballerina installation in the Elizabeth Street store on Thursday, 4th March from 5.00pm to 7.00pm. Meanwhile Levi's® will offer a free customisation service at the Levi's® Tailor Shop in the Market Street store for anyone who purchases their products from 1st – 8th March.
David Jones general manager marketing and communications, Victoria Doidge said, "The denim campaign is an important component of our youth marketing strategy. From the development of the 'Denim Destiny' creative concept to the interactive digital element and the in-store eventing it has been approached with a young dynamic consumer in mind.
"We're excited to launch a sexy campaign that really speaks to our unrivalled selection of denim."
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DescriptionGroboUtils is a group of Java-based testing tools and JUnit extensions aimed at increasing quality awareness and ease of introduction of testing tools into the development cycle. GroboUtils include, for example, multi-threaded tests, hierarchial unit tests, and a code coverage tool.
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The Supreme Court, through a unanimous decision dated November 3, 2008 and penned by Justice Presbitero J. Velasco, Jr, declared as unconstitutional the provisions of RA 9165 (Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002) that require mandatory drug testing of candidates for senator and persons accused of crimes.
The Court, however, upheld the constitutionality of the law insofar as random drug testing for secondary and tertiary school students, as well as for officials and employees of public and private offices, is concerned.
Separate petitions questioning the constitutionality of these portions of RA 9165 were filed by Sen. Aquilino Pimentel Jr, Atty. Manuel Laserna and the Social Justice Society. Sen. Pimentel also questioned the validity of COMELEC Resolution No. 6486, alleging that the same created an additional qualification for candidates for senators in addition to those provided in the 1987 Constitution by requiring that the candidates be certified as drug-free.
Highlights of the Supreme Court's decision
1. The unconstitutionality of Sec. 36(g) of RA 9165 "is rooted on its having infringed the constitutional provision defining the qualification or eligibility requirements for one aspiring to run for and serve as senator."
In declaring Sec. 36(g) unconstitutional, the Court said that the same "unmistakably requires a candidate for senator to be certified illegal-drug clean, obviously as a pre-condition to the validity of a certificate of candidacy for senator or, with like effect, a condition sine qua non to be voted upon and, if proper, be proclaimed senator-elect," adding that the assailed provision of the law and the COMELEC Resolution "add another layer to what the 1987 Constitution, at the minimum, requires for membership in the Senate."
2. There is no valid justification for mandatory drug testing for persons accused of crimes, as required by Sec. 36(f) of the law, as a mandatory drug testing in the case of persons charged with a crime before the prosecutor's office "can never be random or suspicion-less."
The Court said, "When persons suspected of committing a crime are charged, they are singled out and are impleaded against their will." To impose mandatory drug testing on the accused is a blatant attempt to harness a medical test as a tool for criminal prosecution, contrary to the stated objectives of RA 9165. Drug testing in this case would violate a person's right to privacy guaranteed under Sec. 2, Art. III of the Constitution. Worse still, the accused persons are veritably forced to incriminate themselves."
3. Mandatory drug testing of secondary and tertiary school students is constitutional. The Court, taking note of the proliferation of prohibited drugs in the country which threaten "the well-being of the people, particularly the youth and school children who usually end up as victims," stated that until a more effective method is conceptualized and put in motion, a random drug testing of students in secondary and tertiary schools "is not only acceptable but may even be necessary if the safety and interest of the student population, doubtless a legitimate concern of the government, are to be promoted and protected."
4. Mandatory but random drug testing is justifiable for officers and employees of public and private offices. As the Court ruled, "The need for drug testing to at least minimize illegal drug use is substantial enough to override the individual's privacy interest under the premises."
Safeguards against the violation of rights of students and employees
The Court, taking into account the reduced expectation of privacy on the part of employees, the compelling state concern likely to be met by the search, and the well-defined limits set forth in the law to properly guide authorities in the conduct of random drug testing, held that the challenged drug test requirement for those employed in public and private offices is, under the limited context of the case, reasonable and constitutional.
The Court also noted that Sec. 94 of RA 9165 charges the Dangerous Drugs Board to issue, in consultation with the Departments of Health, Interior and Local Government, Education, and Labor and Employment, among other agencies, the Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) necessary to enforce the law. The Court ruled that "in net effect then, the participation of schools and offices in the drug testing scheme shall always be subject to the IRR of RA 9165. It is, therefore, incorrect to say that schools and employers have unchecked discretion to determine how often, under what conditions, and where the drug tests shall be conducted."
Wednesday, February 04, 2009
Mandatory drug testing constitutional for students and employees but not for senators and persons accused of crimes
The Supreme Court, through a unanimous decision dated November 3, 2008 and penned by Justice Presbitero J. Velasco, Jr, declared as unconstitutional the provisions of RA 9165 (Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002) that require mandatory drug testing of candidates for senator and persons accused of crimes.
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Gilbert d'Harfleur was a Ventrue knight involved in the foundation of the Camarilla, and one of the first of it's Original Archons (by that time he was spontaneously Blood bounded to his fellow Lilika Kairos). He was present at the Convention of Thorns.
Born into one of the Templar families (nobles from whom many of the Knights Templar arose), Gilbert was destined to become Baron of Harfleur. Following family custom, the young knight swore himself to the Templar cause, though the order had been disbanded and its reputation blackened years before. Painfully Embraced by an arrogant Ventrue noble woman whose favors he spurned, Gilbert's first nights of unlife were spent battling for his own existence and that of his cousin Jean-Marc and their sworn companions, Lilika and Federico. Like Jean-Marc, Gilbert was concerned with preventing Cainites from abusing or permanently harming mortals - a legacy of his Embrace and the anger and frustration he felt during it.
It was during these times of dire troubles that Gilbert forged his attitude concerning the prevention of vampire-violence when it comes to mortals. It was this attitude, and his friendship with Frederico di Padua that led to Gilbert becoming one of the first Archons of the Camarilla - a position which he served in for many centuries. Saved in battle against the Turks by Federico while still mortal, Gilbert deferred to the older soldier's wisdom and instincts, but otherwise usually acted as the spokesman for the group of pioneer archons.
Since his conversion, Gilbert had made contact with the remnants of the Templars and concerned himself with acquiring both treasures and artworks to add to their legendary coffers and hidden strongholds for the order's use. Indebted to a Cappadocian who helped him when Gilbert was newly Embraced, the noble Ventrue also arranged for the building and maintenance of a remote monastery where a few remaining Cappadocians went into hiding from the Giovanni. In return, they have taught him some of what they know about the world of the dead.
Gilbert, over time, had become somewhat of a well-known collector of treasures and artworks. No doubt, his knowledge of the numerous Knight's Templar hidden strongholds and coffers have helped him in this pastime.
He acted as Archon up to 1493, when Democritus superseded him. His future fate is not recorded.


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Made right here in the good old USA. Show your American pride with this cool looking, slightly distressed flag design.
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Photography: Metin Oner
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Guitar, Organ, Piano, Vocals: George Usher
Bass, 12 String Guitar: Mark Sidgwick
Pedal Steel Guitar: Jon Graboff
Drums: Guy Finley, Wylie Wirth
Piano, Organ: C. P. Roth
Violin: Claudia Chopek
Cello: Garo Yellin
Horn: Bill Stevens
12 String Guitar: Doug Larcey
Vocals: Edward Rogers
Percussion: Wylie Wirth
String Arrangements: George Usher
Recorded at The Wild Arctic, New York
Mixed at Fidelitorium Recording, Kernersville, N.C.
Additional Recording:
Dubway Studios, New York Engineered by Al Houghton
Carousel Studios, Brooklyn Engineered by Joe McGinty
All songs written by George Usher
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Somewhere North Of The Sky, I Would Have Done Anything
Written by George Usher and Edward Rogers
Great Noon Music/BMI, Brum Music/ASCAP
Jericho's Mistress
Written by George Usher and Dave Schramm
Great Noon Music/BMI, Hot Stove Music/BMI
It Never Happened
Written by George Usher and John Dunbar
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The Boston Typewriter
Patented May 18, 1886
The Boston typewriter was patented by Daniel E. Kempster in 1886 and was marketed for a brief period in 1888. Its most prominent features include a large curved index for character selection and the name "BOSTON" cast into a pediment reminiscent of Neoclassical Greek architecture. Operating a Boston consisted of placing a sheet of paper on a flat bed, which moved left to right across the center portion of the typewriter, and selecting a character to be printed with the index arm . The index arm would in turn rotate a large character wheel in the center of the typewriter to the corresponding letter on the index. Depressing it caused the desired character to push downward and be printed, the paper carrier would then move one space allowing for the next character to be printed. Inking was accomplished with a ribbon. For an index typewriter, which was typically designed to be simple and inexpensive, the Boston was a complex writing machine. It also included an elaborate mainspring mechanism to drive the flatbed as well as a bell & ringer to warn the typist of the end of a line. It printed both upper and lower case characters. The Boston was short lived and few have survived.
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Some friends from the other city in California recently had an art show. Duncan and I couldn't make it down to LA because it was the same weekend as Indie-Mart, but we sent our support via buttons instead.
Jesi created some awesome artwork for promo buttons that they passed out at the show. Duncan gets full credit for production on those though. He manufactured all of them while I got ready for Indie-mart. Jessi's working on some more images for me so watch out for her special addition Vivi Dot buttons soon!
Check out some of the awesome pieces below and look out for the Vivi Dot thumb tacks they used to mark everything.
Jessi's artwork at the show:
Some great pics from Bette:
Spotted! A Vivi Dot ring on that hand with the keg cup.


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We have some great news coming from the Victoria U13 futsal championship, Eastern Lions goalkeeper Tom and his team have been crowned champions🏆
Both teams battled it out over 2 periods of extra time and then a penalty shoot-out, with Tom making the game-winning save!
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Well done. Great experience and memories.
The club would like to invite young players for a free 2-week trial for its upcoming Aldi MiniRoos Kick-Off program ⚽
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Results from our junior games🦁 against Kingston Soccer Club:
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U15s won 3-0,
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What do we know now?
How is current research investigating the genetic basis of disease?
Access to data about the entire genome is increasing knowledge of many diseases, but it is also reinforcing our awareness of how complex cells, tissues and bodies are. Although the press may still report on a 'gene for' conditions like arthritis or depression, studies almost always show that there are multiple factors involved.
One powerful research approach is to use genome-wide association studies (GWAS). These involve going through the entire genome looking for common genetic variants – usually single 'letter' differences known as single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) – to see whether they are associated with a disease or physical trait.
GWAS have identified thousands of variants associated with disease or other physical traits. In some cases they have honed in on the precise genetic culprit: for example, one GWAS study found that variations in the HMGCR gene – the target of cholesterol-lowering statin drugs – are linked to changes in the level of cholesterol circulating in the blood.
However, since the SNPs identified in GWAS studies are markers for a wider region in which they sit, it's difficult to pinpoint exactly which variants within the region are the real causative agents. Moreover, around 88 per cent of the SNPs associated with particular diseases either lie between genes on the genome (intergenic) or, if they are inside a gene, get removed by RNA splicing during transcription (intronic), so they never actually form a protein. And most effects are caused by combinations of variants, not single SNPs, which makes it difficult to untangle what mechanisms they use.
As the cost of sequencing drops – and methods become faster and more precise – whole-genome sequencing may complement or even replace GWAS studies. As the name suggests, these scans look at the entire DNA sequence in a person's genome, rather than merely looking for markers that flag up particular regions.
In 2011, researchers sequenced the genomes of 87 Icelanders and used that data in combination with GWAS to identify a rare variant associated with a high risk of developing sick sinus syndrome, which causes abnormal heart rhythm.
In 2014, scientists at Stanford University in the USA sequenced the whole genomes of 12 people with no diagnosed genetic diseases and found each person had between two and six disease-causing mutations. However, they cautioned that the sequencing provided only a rough draft: 10 to 19 per cent of genes known to be linked to disease were inadequately sequenced. And disease-causing deletions from or additions to parts of genes could have been missed.
Although it is not yet done as a matter of routine, in the future whole-genome sequencing is likely to change the practice of population screening programmes such as newborn screening. Stanford University's pilot programme is initially only offering whole-genome sequencing to patients who are thought to have 'mystery diseases', hereditary diseases and inherited risk factors, but there have been calls for genomic testing to be used more widely to predict and prevent disease.Lead image:
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- A data visualisation of the findings of genome-wide association studies so far
- Common SNPs in HMGCR in Micronesians and Caucasians associated with LDL-cholesterol levels affect alternative splicing of exon13
- Potential etiologic and functional implications of genome-wide association loci for human diseases and traits (2009)
- A rare variant in MYH6 is associated with high risk of sick sinus syndrome (2011)
- News: Genome sequencing stumbles towards the clinic (2014)
- News: Pilot program offers genomic testing to certain patients (2014)
- News: Whole-genome sequencing for clinical use faces many challenges, study finds (2014)


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- Kay, age 9 - Starlight, The Halfling Thief
- Sue, age 12 - Alina, The Half-Elf Fighter
- Tess, age 43 - Circe, The Elf Cleric
Even before I sat back down at the table, Sue was glaring at me.
Sue: Half-wit? Really?
passed the letters around the table. They all discussed the situation and filled in the gaps for each other. I did not have to explain anything. It all fit.
I wrote a total of five letters. They had discovered three of them. Here is the first one.
I am almost done researching in the crypt below the Temple. Perhaps I could get some of the locals to explore the nearby tower. There are still three missing books that hold the information to complete the ritual.
Moonlight grows suspicious, so I need him dealt with as soon as possible.
The second one.
Moonlight's daughter and some half-wit recently arrived in Eastbrook. I sent them to investigate the ruined tower. Hopefully the three missing books will be there.
Leave them be for now.
The third one.
Do not waste my time with your incompetent goblins! Find the Eye of the Wyvern and bring it back to me!
I sent the two half-wits and one of the Clerics from the Temple to Bullhead Canyon. Alexus' tomb should hold one of the books. As soon as it is recovered, I will be leaving Eastbrook. Orcus forbid I spend another moment in these robes of Pelor.
Attached you will find a map to the Eye of the Wyvern.
Stealing from the Collection Plate
All letters were signed with the seal of the Patriach.
Sue: What did you spill on the letters? Is that wax?
DM: From a white candle.
When they finally arrived at Eastbrook, Tilith was waiting for Circe with news.
Tilith: The Patriarch is gone and 500 gold is missing from our coffers.
Sue: The gold he gave us? We already paid the carpenters. Our house is already built. We can't ask them for it back.
Tilith: There was also a corpse candle in his study.
Tess: I knew there was a reason you mentioned his candle.
They shared the letters they had discovered to Tilith.
Tilith: Meet me at the Temple when the Winter Wolf closes. I have something to show you.
Circe: Will do.
Alina: I could use a drink.


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For most people, summer is the time to take a vacation -- but for D.C.'s football players, it's time to get serious. The Washington Redskins begin their training for the 2014 season Thursday ... and you're invited.
The event is a great chance for Redskins fans to connect with the team, gear up for the coming football season and to take a break from the city. Check out our tips below to maximize your time at the event or to turn it into a weekend break.
Why Camp is Way Better Than the Regular Season
Training camp, the beginning of the pre-season for the Redskins, is when the team is put through its paces and the 53-man roster emerges. But it's also when the players take the time to meet with fans after their training sessions.
The public is invited to attend and can watch training exercises, including joint training with New England Patriots players on select days. There are also events, promotions and merchandise tents -- and best of all, admission is free.
Did we say free? Free.
Find the most up-to-date info on the Redskins site here.
How Do I Get to Training Camp?
The event is held at the Bon Secours Washington Redskins Training Center at 2401 West Leigh St in Richmond, Virginia.
Richmond is about two hours away by car. There are several parking lots for fans attending the camp, which cost $7 daily (cash only). The locations are all close to the Bon Secours Center, but a trolley shuttle will run between them for $2. The shuttle will run an hour before the first practice event and until an hour after the last. More information is available here.
No car? You can also take a bus for around $20 from Union Station or an Amtrak train, also from Union Station.
When Is Training Camp?
The event begins Thursday and runs through Aug. 11. Daily training is generally scheduled to begin at 8:35 a.m. and ends with a walkthrough at 4:10 p.m. Several days have special events or altered training times.
Fans are encouraged to arrive early to secure a good viewing spot (more on that below). Gates open at 8 a.m. and close at 6 p.m.
There is no training camp July 29, Aug. 3 and Aug 8. See more information on the schedule here.
How Can I Attend?
Attendance is free, but you will need to sign up for a Training Camp Pass on the Redskins site. Only one is necessary per family group. Signing up for a pass will also enter you into a drawing to win Redskins game tickets and merchandise.
Joint training sessions with the Patriots and Fan Appreciation Day are especially busy events. Passes for those events are provided via a lottery system on the above signup form.
However, attendance may be capped or changed on some other days, so check the Redskins site before you attend.
What Else Should I Know?
Expect a merchandise tent, games and fan competitions, as well as several on-site food outlets. The center also includes a park with walking trails.
The Women of Washington Redskins will host events geared toward female 'Skins fans, and obstacle fitness courses will help younger fans let off some steam in. The Redskins Kids' Club will also keep younger fans entertained.
Redskins players, cheerleaders and coaches will sometimes be available to sign autographs and meet fans after training events.
There are no bleachers available, so guests have the option to either bring lawn chairs and blankets, or to sit in the outdoor amphitheater that overlooks the practice fields.
Standing areas offer fans the chance to stretch their legs and view the events from different vantage points.
Animals are not allowed at Training Camp (except service animals), so they can't join you during the day.
But that doesn't mean your four-legged friend has to miss out on all the fun. Old Towne Pet Resort (in both Springfield and Dulles) is offering a Dog Agility Training Camp on July 26 to celebrate the Redskins Training Camp.
Special Days
On Aug. 4, 5 and 6, the Redskins will be joined by the New England Patriots for joint training sessions. Fan Appreciation Day is scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 2 at 10:30 a.m.
What to Bring
Bring a cooler with food and non-alcoholic drinks if you want to picnic during camp. Alcohol, glass bottles and video cameras are not allowed at the event.
How Can I Make Training Camp Into a Mini-Vacation?
Richmond is a city steeped in history and famed for its museums, art and monuments. If you're excited about the Redskins Training Camp but need a break, the city could provide a great day trip or weekend getaway.
Where to Stay
If you're planning on staying the night, you have plenty of options throughout the city, including quaint bed and breakfasts as well as budget-friendly chains.
There are three possibilities within a few blocks of the training center. The cheapest is the Comfort Inn Conference Center Midtown about four blocks away, but there are also two bed and breakfasts nearby for a little more luxury. Maury Place at Monument and Grace Manor Inn both have five-star ratings on TripAdvisor.com.
Elsewhere, there are dozens of hotels in downtown Richmond, the Fan District and Shockoe Slip, all of which are within easy reach of the training center. Downtown offers dining and shopping, while the two latter neighborhoods are historical areas with great sightseeing opportunities.
How to Get Around
Driving is the easiest way to get to Richmond and to get around the city, but there are public transportation options available if you want to leave the car at home.
The Greater Richmond Transit System runs an extensive bus service that should get you to all of the city's attractions.
The closest bus stop to the training camp is to the west on North Boulevard Street at the intersection of West Moore Street, which is served by the 24 bus route. However, to the south, West Broad Street is served by several routes, including the 1, 2, 3, 6, 19 and 24 routes, Check out the schedules and routes here.
Where to Eat
The Magpie and Lunch two of the highest-rated Richmond restaurants on Yelp.com, and both are only a short walk away from the training center.
But to get into the spirit of football and tailgating, there are also several barbecue joints nearby. The most popular of those with Yelp users are Gus' Bar and Grill and Buz and Ned's Real Barbecue.
Where to Drink
If you're hoping to wash down a day of football with a beer at a sports bar, you'll have to go a little further afield. The Home Team Grill is a local chain that offers a location in the nearby Fan District, and is the closest sports bar to the training center.
If the Redskins excitement gets to be a little too much and you find yourself in need of a pick-me-up, try Sugar Shack Donuts just a short walk away on North Lombardy Street that offers coffee and donuts.
And if you do decide to stay the night in Richmond, why not make it a memorable experience? Infuzion is the club closest to the Redskins event, but there are also two bars nearby: Strange Matter, an arcade/music venue hybrid, and Empire, a lounge and indie bar. Both are a few blocks away, just off West Broad Street.
There are also several clubs in downtown Richmond. Some of the most popular are The National, a concert venue and club; Barcode, a gay bar and club; and Kai, a dance club.
What Else to Do
The Bon Secours Training Center is located just behind the Science Museum of Virginia and the Children's Museum of Richmond, making it an ideal location to entertain the family away from the field.
The Hardywood Craft Brewery is also just a block away, and yes -- they offer tours.
Depending on the length of your stay, there are plenty of other things to see and do a little further out.
For some more sports-related fun, the home of the Richmond Flying Squirrels minor league baseball team is a short walk away on North Boulevard Street. If you'd like to catch a game, see their schedule here.
The Richmond Kickers soccer team also plays just a little further away at UKROP Park on West Broad Street. Their schedule is available here.
Richmond is a city with a long and fascinating past, and it is home to some of Virginia's most treasured historical landmarks. If you plan to take in some of that history, consider visiting Maymont Park, The American Civil War Center, Richmond National Battlefield Park and The Virginia War Memorial. There are many other sites worth visiting too.
For a break from football, try the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts or tour the famous Hollywood Cemetery, which is the resting place of presidents James Monroe and John Tyler, as well as many other historical figures.
For something that takes a full day, though, you might want to consider Kings Dominion, which is only about 30 minutes north of Richmond by car. There is also an express bus service that runs there several times daily from downtown Richmond.


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West Virginia, Oregon Chiefs Announce Their Resignations
W. Thomas McNeel, West Virginia's state superintendent for the past six years, resigned Dec. 28. He announced that he would take early retirement on June 30, after completing a six-month contract to head a local school district.
West Virginia's early-retirement law, aimed at reducing educational-employment levels in the wake of declining student enrollment, has been used by more than 30 state education officials, including the deputy superintendent.
Mr. McNeel, 48, had been under fire from the state board because of alleged marital infidelity, according to press reports. He will take a substantial cut in pay as superintendent of the Raleigh County system.
Meanwhile, State Superintendent Verne A. Duncan of Oregon has disclosed plans to resign next fall to become dean of the University of Portland's school of education.
Mr. Duncan, who was first elected to the post in 1975, will be leaving the job midway through his fourth term. Gov. Neil Goldschmidt will appoint someone to serve out the remainder of Mr. Duncan's term, which ends in 1991.--nm
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The show gives you access to 1,500 exhibitors over the three days of face-to-face business. This is the place where contacts are made and deals done.
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Features March 2014 Issue
A Dog's Inner Compass
New evidence that dogs intuitively distinguish north/south from east/west.
We'd put it more in the category of "human interest" than "important scientific finding about dogs," but in an unlikely research project, German and Czechoslovakian researchers have discovered what they say is a correlation between how dogs position themselves when doing their "business" and the Earth's magnetic field. That is, they appear to show a preference for aligning their bodies with the north-south axis when relieving themselves. …


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The first industry "tradeshow" I attended was in a hotel ballroom in Sioux Falls, South Dakota in 1996. The chief engineer at my college TV station dragged a bunch of us AV Geeks with him, tweakers-in-hand. Held by a local dealer, the show impressed me. I knew how to use all the gear (the benefits of good internships and a well-stocked, well-financed mass comm program), but the demonstrations of the gear at it's best, run by demo artists and product managers, captivated me. I didn't know the gear I used everyday was so capable!
I got the bug – I had to learn more.
This year will be my 22nd NAB. In 1997, I dragged a bunch of college friends to Vegas – the booths at the convention center and the Sands were so immersive… And, I still love NAB – it's a chance to see, in-action, what is new and what is best.
Over these 22 years, I've seen huge changes in technology, but some of the fundamental goals of broadcasting still ring true. Content needs to be on-air first. We want to produce, playout, and share content faster and more economically. Images need to be the highest quality possible. The final product has to be compelling and outshine the competition.
I hope you will stop by and see us at NAB – our product managers, account directors, and product specialists are eager to listen to your needs and learn about your workflows. We can help your organization be even more versatile, flexible, and cost-effective.
And, we will have some new products on display:
CAMIO UNIVERSE New CAMIO 4.4 can publish content straight from newsroom-to-social (Facebook, Twitter, etc.). And LUCI5, our new HTML5-based LUCI plug-in, allows producers to browse, create, and order images and video assets from CAMIO without having to leave their familiar newsroom computer systems. LUCI5 makes the creation of reusable graphics, clips, and automated cues fast and easy.
METACAST Check out the latest version of the Metacast weather graphics system in action in a news and weather production workflow driven by CAMIO Universe.
LYRIC The next version of our renowned graphics creation and playout solution LyricX 3.2 has an all-new, built-in HTML browser that streamlines integration with our Live Assist Panels and CAMIO. LyricX 3.2 includes big upgrades to the UI — from performance and usability enhancements to enhanced masking and built-in timer features.
PRIME GRAPHICS PLATFORM The newest version of our 64-bit, all-software graphics rendering engine, PRIME 3.0 can now deliver a 10-bit HLG HDR output and it includes tighter integration with the CAMIO Universe workflow.
MASTER CONTROL TICKER SOLUTIONS Our new NewsTicker 5, features a modern, browser-based UI that supports all browsers, platforms, mobile devices, and tablets. In addition, NewsTicker 5 gives you localized support for multiple languages and seamless integration with weather alerts and breaking news data. NewsTicker is the industry's most widely-used channel branding solution for effortless creation of ticker displays.
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What Is Autism? Autism is a general terms for a group of complex disorders of brain development. Autism can be associated with intellectual disability, difficulties in motor coordination and attention and physical health issues such as sleep and stomach troubles.
What does it mean to have a diagnosis of Autism? Each individual with Autism is unique. Many of those with autism have exceptional abilities in visual skills, music and academic skills. About 40% have average to above average intellectual abilities. Others with autism have significant disability and are unable to live independently. About 25% of individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ADS) are nonverbal but can learn to communicate using other means. For some, this means the development and delivery of more effective treatments that can address significant challenges in communication and physical health. For others, it means increasing acceptance, respect and support.
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I don't know about you guys, but I am a wallower. Whenever I make a mistake, I will beat myself up for hours or even days. Conviction hits me hard. It's really probably one of my most annoying qualities. All my friends have told me to never, ever wake them up before 9 am. Whenever I am feeling guilty of something, I always have to confess in the early hours of the morning. The Holy Spirit convicts us after we have sinned and that is a good thing: it keeps us in check and makes us continue to walk with God when we've strayed. But here's the thing: we don't have to feel guilty after we have repented. I want to share some truth with you that I need constant reminding of also.
1. You are set free in Christ
Jesus' blood has covered you. You are set free from the bondage of sin. You don't have to continue berating yourself after you have confessed and repented of your sin. Let it go and focus on how you can live your life to honor God instead of analyzing your past mistakes. Dwelling on your past mistakes doesn't do you any good. Once you repent, keep your eyes focused onward and upward. Don't live in the guilt and shame of your past mistakes, Christ has covered you.
2. Remember that God Uses Sinners
Whenever I open up Psalms, I thank God that He used David. If you are not familiar with his story, David was a "man after God's own heart" (Acts 13:22) who messed up royally. He committed adultery and then murdered to cover up his sin. I know God used someone like David on purpose: to show us that God can use anyone. God uses sinners and even sinners like David can still have a heart after God.
3. We're only Human
One thing to remember is that we're all on this life journey together. No matter how godly or perfect someone may seem, everyone messes up. Everyone has fallen short of God's grace. There is nothing we can ever do to deserve it. We will make mistakes, even if we are trying with everything we have to walk with the Lord. We are imperfect people.
4. Learn From Your Mistakes
It's important to recognize when you've messed up and make changes. I know in college, I made the same mistakes over and over again. I kept on messing up and then running to God because I felt convicted. That's not the way we are meant to operate and it won't bring you joy. Once you've made a mistake, put up barriers to help you not make that same mistake. Ask a trusted friend who loves the Lord to hold you accountable or stop hanging out with people who encourage you to make that mistake. Let your conviction teach you to not make the same mistakes time after time.
5. Guilt Isn't Always Healthy
There is a natural conviction that you should feel after you have stepped outside of God's will. That guilt brings you back to Him and makes you change. But if you have confessed and repented from your sin, then the enemy might be using your guilt as a weapon. I know when I have really messed up, little thoughts creep into my mind and tell me that I am not worthy of God's love or make me doubt my calling. These are lies. God can handle any sin you throw His way. It doesn't matter how huge it is. He can handle it. Recognize these lies from the enemy and remind yourself of Ephesians 1:7, "In Him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, in accordance with the riches of God's grace." Whenever you feel guilt about a past sin, remember that you are forgiven.
We all make mistakes. It's part of being human. The Holy Spirit will use conviction bring us back to Him. But once you have confessed and repented, don't continue beating yourself up over a past sin you can't change. Instead, look to the future. See how God can use those past mistakes to bring him glory. You are not tethered to that sin anymore because you are set free in Christ. His blood has completely redeemed you! I am unbelievably thankful for that freedom we have in Christ.


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Biffy Clyro at Glastonbury [picture from Virgin Media]
Twenty five racehorses, no stopwatch, five tracks. Figure out the top three fastest horses in the fewest number of races.
Want a job at Facebook? The above question is one that you would have to answer. [For the record, I think you'd race the horses five at a time, and then finally race the winners of those five races. The first three horses of that final race would be the three fastest overall]. Find more crazy interview questions [and how to answer them] here.
"The Eternal Shame of Your First Online Handle"
[via GOOD]. What was your first MSN username, or Hotmail address [or NeoPets account name]? One of mine was britt_the_boss – taken from a Margaret Clark book – and I still use it to this day [others including brickety and brattybritt have since been forgotten]. This article asks a few different online personalities for the stories behind their first online handles, and it's nice to see that even the most eloquent of writers came up with some awful usernames at the age of thirteen.
Do you want a Gene Hunt action figure? Me too!
Unfortunately they don't really exist, however, one particular Life on Mars fan actually made one! And a Sam Tyler, too. I think they're absolutely brilliant. Some people are just too talented for their own good.
The Awl: "The Shocking True Tale of the Mad Genius Who Invented Sea Monkeys"
He also invented those dolls' eyes that close when you lay the doll on its back. And invisible goldfish [although they were more of a scam than an actual invention]. But it seems that Harold von Braunhut wasn't the nice man that you might imagine him to be…
Cracked.com: "6 Pieces of Music That Mean the Opposite of What You Think"
Apparently Wagner's famous bridal waltz is actually supposed to be the soundtrack to a mass murder, not forthcoming matrimonal bliss.
Was Fran Fine's wardrobe really that bad? Or was she just fashion forward?
Should Be On The Nanny superimposes Fran Drescher's head onto current fashion ensembles. Hilarity ensues.
Can you correctly pronounce every word of this poem?
So many things that are reblogged around tumblr are complete bullshit, but I quite enjoyed this little poem. Just ignore the bit at the top about the Frenchman saying he'd prefer hard labour – such unnecessary and irrelevant commentary. [And, for the record, there was only one word in there that I was unsure of: sward].
Glastonbury happened last weekend, and I would have given anything to be there.
Unfortunately, however, I live on the other side of the world, and nobody was willing to fund a European getaway for me. We Write Lists were there, however, and I rather enjoyed their photo recap of the festival.
Speaking of the UK, if I were there I'd certainly go to this exhibition.
People's bedrooms are such fascinating spaces. They can reveal so much about one's life.
Judith G Klausner carves images into Oreos.
She also makes art from nail clippings and insect parts. A little disturbing, but also rather fascinating in an I'm-quite-revolted-but-I-can't-look-away kind of way.
A Beginner's Guide to Free to Air TV: "Pick Me Up".
If someone offered to kill a dragon for me, then they would immediately hold the key to my heart. In this blog post, Alex writes about her favourite pick-up lines from the world of television. "Get your coat, you've pulled" might seem a little forward, but to those of us who get the reference, it might just be the perfect thing to say.
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Hi folks, ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- **Usual Disclaimers** These posts will often contain talk about future work we're doing, or planning to do, that isn't yet guaranteed to ship. The nature of the work could change or, depending on what we discover, projects mentioned may get put delayed or even stopped. If you'd like to see a Tweet whenever a new one of these posts goes up: https://twitter.com/RiotMeddler ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- **Solo Snowball versus Team Snowball** We're going to be looking at how some of the rewards in the game contribute to solo snowball versus team snowball over some upcoming patches. We shifted a few things towards team snowball a while back, aiming to give more agency/impact to roles who needed it (jungle/support at the time) and reduce the degree to which the other positions would sometimes get so individually far ahead they were too hard to deal with. In retrospect we think we went too far in that direction though. That reduced concentration of power makes it harder to get ahead enough to really carry and means that when you're facing an enemy team that's ahead it's a bit too much that they're all ahead and threatening than that there are particular enemies who are really high threat you need to try and play around/shut down. We're planning to start by shifting shutdown gold back to going to whoever killed the enemy on a killstreak, rather than being split globally with the team. That's also got the benefit of making it more possible to get back into a losing lane if you can manage to get a kill on someone who's significantly up on kills on you. If that shutdown gold changes goes well we'll then look at see whether we should shift any other team rewards back towards solo rewards. Want to make sure we're getting the desired result before doing that though and cautious about swinging back too far in the other direction. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- **Next Champion Roadmap** I've been seeing questions about when we'll have the next Champion roadmap start to crop up quite a bit recently so I checked in with Reav3 (who writes them) yesterday to find out. Current estimate is the next post is likely to in mid to late April, so about a month from now. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- **Homestart tuning and invades** We'll be doing some tuning to the start of game speed boost in an upcoming patch, probably 8.7. Back in pre-season we increased its speed significantly so that we could reduce time until minions spawn without cutting into invade times too much. That's worked well overall, the exact implementation can be a bit too punishing for aggressors though, given they'll sometimes be trying to chase down defenders who haven't yet entered the river and so still have the large speed boost themselves. Looking at adjusting things a bit as a result so defensive positions aren't rewarded quite as much. That's likely to look something like removing the speed after passing the outer towers (instead of the river), reducing the speed buff duration a bit, or making the speed boost start higher but decay. http://ddragon.leagueoflegends.com/cdn/6.24.1/img/champion/Ziggs.png
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Dancing Citroen Carbot
Citroën have won their place in classic TV advertising with the promotion of the C4 Coupe with a dancing transformer (carbot). The ad won a Bronze Film Lion at Cannes International Advertising Festival 2005 and is now being flattered with imitation in a range of spoof commercials.
Launched in November 2004, the campaign by advertising agency Euro RSCG London promoted the new car as "alive with technology". A silver Citroen C4, discovering itself alone in the car park, breaks out to the grooves of "Jacques Your Body" by Les Rythmes Digitales (Jacques Lu Cont). Gyrating around the park it comes close to pole dancing before reassembling in car form.
Click on the image below to play the video.
The Transformers ad was developed at Euro RSCG London by creative director Justin Hooper, copywriter Matt Anderson, art director Steve Nicholls and agency producer Nicola Evans.
Filming was shot by director/CG artist Neill Blomkamp via Spy Films and The Embassy VFX, Toronto, with director of photography Trevor Cawood, executive producer Carlo Trulli and producer Winston Helgason, editors Stephen Pepper and Jon Anastasiades.
Choreography and dancing was done by Marty Kudelka of The Bloc Agency. Marty's known as the choreographer for Justin Timberlake.
Sound was designed by Johnnie Burn, Aaron Reynolds and Alex Hubbard at Wave Studios, London. Music was the responsibility of Stuart Price.
The advertisement in the UK pointed to the mini site: www.citroenc4.co.uk where we are offered the chance to download the ad (5.65 MB mpg file in Zip) or watch it online (3.85 MB flash).
Jacques Your Body Makes Me Sweat (Club Mix) – Jacques Your Body (Make Me Sweat)
To get an idea of the Transformers genre check out the offical Hasbro Transformers web site where you'll hear the theme music from the television series: "Transformers – meets the eye, Transformers – robots in disguise"
Citroen Zero Technology Spoof
A sign of classic work is being spoofed. X-Bam's spoof features an old Citroen 2CV trying the same car park choreography, ending with disastrous results. The final words: "Zero Technology". Click on the image below to play the video.
Danish Breakfast Bump and Rind
And then there's the Danish Breakfast Transformer "Bump and Rind" promotion of Danish bacon and eggs, directed by Ark with Blinkink for agency MEME London. A plate of bacon and eggs transforms into a dancing robot before our eyes, telling us Danish breakfasts are alive with bacon taste. Click on the image below to play the video.
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Tagged: Blink Productions, Blinkink, Euro RSCG, Euro RSCG London, Havas Worldwide London, Justin Hooper, Matt Anderson, Neill Blomkamp, Spy Films, Steve Nicholls, The Embassy VFX, Trevor Cawood, Wave Studios
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you know that moment when you're traveling and a tourist asks you for directions? or that moment when you're able to carry on a basic conversation in a country's native tongue? those moments make you feel like you belong in the place you're visiting. fitting in with the locals is always at the top of my travel goals. if i'm mistaken for a local, i've succeeded as a foreigner under the radar.
if you want to look like a local in europe, there's one element that crosses more borders than the european union: white converse chuck taylor sneakers {"chucks"}.
i know that's a bold statement, but you can trust me as i've just returned from three weeks in europe, where, moments after stepping off the plane, i observed an entire group of teenaged girls wearing them on the train. i saw them on the feet of high-end shop girls in amsterdam, tapas servers in barcelona, zara-chic twentysomethings in croatia and supermodel moms inside charles de gaulle.
in europe, chucks aren't a trend, they're a staple. here's my favorite look, as seen on the riva in split, croatia's second-largest city.
(clockwise from left) equipment signature shirt, asos pleated maxi skirt, retrosuperfuture lucia francis puma sunglasses, converse chuck taylor all stars
trip styler tip: shoes are arguably the most important and agonizing item when packing for europe. white chucks are versatile and they'll save your feet during the inevitable miles and miles of pounding the {very old} pavement.
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