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I have a confession to make. I have had a super lazy week as I had a couple of days of holiday from work and I spent the majority of those days in bed with a cold. Just to confirm - I am not normally this pathetic with a runny nose but seeing as I had the days off anyway I just felt like wallowing! This lack of social interaction (I honestly didn't get out of my duvet for a continuous 24 hours at one point) means that I don't have many favourites this week. However, by the end of the weekend I managed to haul myself out of bed long enough to go to the tastiest burger restaurant in all of Leeds which was definitely the one highlight of my week.
You probably know about my love for burgers by now, and that my friend Hannah and I are aiming to go to every single burger restaurant in Leeds before we finish uni (she finishes this year so it's just a great excuse to go to one every time I visit). This weekend we tried out Get Baked: The Joint with my boyfriend Ed and it was soooooo good. I got a standard beef burger like I always do and although it was lovely, it was Ed who really lucked in with his fried chicken, maple syrup and bacon burger. It sounds kinda gross but it was actually incredible for fans of salty and sweet combos, and I have never heard of a burger like it before! We also got fries with baconaise and bacon bits (yum) and just to ensure that we definitely got diabetes, we topped the meal off with oreo, brownie and nutella sundaes. We were all in heaven, and my food baby and I were still in a bloated daze when I went to bed that evening.
So to round up, this burger place gets a big patty (DO YOU GET IT?!) on the back from me. The only thing I would change next time would be not going with Ed. He doesn't understand the instagramming-before-eating life and so he ruined both of the above photos by tucking into the food as soon as it arrived. Who does that these days? Everything must be photographed first! Just kidding, I will go to this place with literally anyone if it means that I can get my hands on that ice cream sundae again *drools*


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Darren M. Sharp
Senior Attorney
Pronouns: He/him
Email Darren >
Client Service Philosophy
"I bring intelligent compassion to my work. With a strong attention to detail, I view each case as a unique set of problems to be solved and I judge my success by the value I have brought to my clients' lives."
Darren M. Sharp is a senior attorney at Schaefer Halleen, LLC, where he represents clients primarily in employment law, condominium law, and other litigation.
In the employment law field, Darren concentrates his practice on discrimination, sexual harassment, and retaliation claims with a portfolio of clients ranging from manual laborers to senior corporate executives. He also regularly enforces medical leave rights and protects from retaliation employees who refuse to engage in illegal conduct or who report such conduct. Another principal focus of his practice is analyzing and providing advice regarding employment contracts, non-compete agreements, and severance agreements.
Darren has successfully prosecuted employment claims against some of the most powerful companies in world. He has helped dozens of individuals fight improper denials of unemployment compensation benefits. He has argued in both Minnesota state and federal courts, yet represents clients from across the country and internationally.
A problem solver by nature, Darren often works with his clients from behind the scenes to counsel them on the legal impact of their employment decisions or the legality of their employer's conduct.
Darren focuses his consumer protection practice on helping condominium associations and their unit owners hold developers accountable for complying with disclosure and reserve fund requirements. For the last six years, Darren has spearheaded the Firm's condominium litigation and obtained multiple six-figure results. His advocacy led to the first favorable jury verdict in Minnesota against a developer for failing to adequately fund a condominium's reserves.
A fluent Spanish speaker, Darren has worked with dozens of Spanish-speaking clients and has expanded the firm's ability to serve clients with limited English language abilities.
In his spare time, he is an avid photographer and gardener. Prior to law school, Darren taught social studies in Denver, Colorado.
- Juris Doctorate Degree, Concentration in Labor and Employment Law, cum laude, University of Minnesota Law School, 2007
- Bachelor of Art's Degree, Political Science and Spanish, University of Missouri, with two semesters at the Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México, in Mexico City, Mexico
Employment Law
The Client: Long-tenured management-level employee at Fortune 500 Company
Problem: Employer-company terminated client due to his complaints of discrimination
Approach: Aggressively prosecuted claims through the EEOC and then court
Solution: On the eve of trial, obtained a settlement for client nearing $1 million
The Client: Long-tenured employee
Problem: Employer unjustly removed client from position due to client's disability and initiated termination proceedings
Approach: Drafted detailed proposal letter to employer describing how the client's medical condition in no way interfered with his ability to perform and negotiated the client's return to work
Solution: Employer returned client to work at full salary and paid client's attorneys' fees
The Client: Executive leadership team of corporation
Problem: Parent company refused to honor contracted bonuses valued at over $5 million
Approach: Provided client team with thorough legal analysis of contractual rights and then privately approached parent corporation to enforce contracts
Solution: Parent corporation fully honored all aspects of its contractual obligations
The Client: 48 year-old executive
Problem: Harassed and terminated by new board members because of religious beliefs
Approach: Aggressively pursued litigation against former employer
Solution: Achieved significant settlement for client, well beyond his goals
The Client: 33 year-old nurse and mother of five
Problem: State denied unemployment benefits after resigning from physically violent workplace
Approach: Appealed denial of unemployment benefits
Solution: Minnesota Court of Appeals reversed state's denial; client received full unemployment benefits
The Client: 55 year-old IT consultant
Problem: Fortune 500 company terminated employee due to client's cancer diagnosis and his missing work due to cancer treatment
Approach: Analyzed strengths and weaknesses of potential case and negotiated directly with company
Solution: Privately negotiated over 600% increase in severance offered by company
The Client: Experienced saleswomen
Problem: Former employer attempted to enforce non-compete agreements against clients
Approach: Advised clients and new employer in negotiations against former employer; directly negotiated with former employer
Solution: Non-compete dispute resolved; clients allowed to take their books of business to new employer and retain new employment
The Client: Healthcare worker
Problem: Co-worker bullied client and put patients' health at risk; employer ignored client's reports of illegal and inappropriate conduct
Approach: While the employee continued to work for the employer, approached employer and negotiated client's separation
Solution: Negotiated substantial exit package for client, which included provisions, designed to enhance client's ability to find replacement work
Condominium Law
The Client: Minneapolis condominium association
Problem: Condominium association was facing bankruptcy because no financial reserves had been set up by the developers
Approach: Prosecute a groundbreaking case under Minnesota law against the developer
Solution: Settled claims against developer during discovery for significant monetary relief and received a favorable jury verdict and award against other developer at trial, allowing the Association to repair the common areas, begin to establish adequate reserves, and avoid bankruptcy
Client: Large condominium association
Problem: Damaged and rapidly deteriorating underground garage facility needing $500K in repairs, inadequate reserves for common area upkeep and repairs, and monthly association dues set at unrealistically low levels by developer selling units.
Approach: Prosecuted claims for fraud and Minnesota statutes protecting condominium owners from inadequate developer reserve funding and from false disclosures regarding monthly dues.
Solution: Secured over $750K settlement for the Association weeks before trial set to commence that allows repairs to be done and reserves to be established to handle future repair needs.
The Client: St. Paul condominium association
Problem: Condominium developers misled condominium association board and unit owners regarding the financial condition of the Association and the physical condition and integrity of the building.
Approach: Prosecuted claims for fraud and Minnesota statutes protecting condominium owners from inadequate developer reserve funding and from false disclosures regarding monthly dues.
Solution: Negotiated significant settlement for the Association, allowing the Association to repair the building to ensure its structural integrity
Other Litigation
The Client: Defendant to frivolous claims for reporting criminal conduct
Problem: Client sued in both state and federal court for reporting criminal conduct and testifying at plaintiff's criminal trial
Approach: Defended client aggressively in both venues
Solution: Client awarded over $125K based on client's immunity, with all claims against client in both state and federal court dismissed
- "Day in the Life of a Labor/Employment Lawyer" University of Minnesota Law School, November 2009
- "Immigrant Rights in Employment" Guest Homily, Workers' Interfaith Network, 2008
- "Plaintiff's Side Employment Practice" Guest Lecturer, Workers' Rights Clinic, 2008
- "Day in the Life of a Labor/Employment Lawyer" University of Minnesota Law School, November 2008
- "Employment Rights" Centro Campesino – Feria Informativa Faribault, Minnesota, 2008
- Member, Minnesota State Bar Association
- Member, Hennepin County Bar Association
- Member, National Employment Lawyers' Association
- Member, National Employment Lawyers' Association, Minnesota Chapter
- Named a "Rising Star" by Minnesota Super Lawyers, Minneapolis/St. Paul Magazine, and Twin Cities Business, 2014-2017
- Kent Wennerstrom Award, Outstanding Clinic Student Director of 2006-2007, University of Minnesota Law School, May 2007
- Law School Public Service Program Award, Minnesota Justice Foundation, May 2007
- Selected as delegate to the National Law Students Workers' Rights Conference, Peggy Browning Fund/University of Minnesota Law School, October 2006
Darren, I know I'm taking a minute or two of your time to have you read this, but I want to send this before the verdict. Please pass on my comments to Larry as well, because I do not have his email address.
I want to start by thanking...Read More
Darren, I know I'm taking a minute or two of your time to have you read this, but I want to send this before the verdict. Please pass on my comments to Larry as well, because I do not have his email address.
I want to start by thanking each of you for the absolutely wonderful job you both did. I know it was a team effort involving the rest of your staff as well so please pass on my thanks to them at your convenience. I feel you did everything possible, and I have no doubts or concerns about anything that should have been done differently, that was left unnoticed, or incomplete. I was most impressed with each of your skills and I personally enjoyed working with both of you.
I know you have personally become involved in the case, and come what may, confident as I am that we will prevail, It would be my wish that neither of you feel regret, remorse, sadness, or whatever, if the outcome is not what we would all like it to be. I am personally . . . very thankful for the way you represented us.
Enough for now. I look forward to talking with you both after the verdict. Take care in the meantime, and thank you and everyone for all you did for us.Read Less
Dear Darren, thank you so much for your thoughtful insight and careful consideration on [my employment] matter. [My husband] and I appreciated your thorough analysis of this matter and will be recommending your services to our colleagues and fr...Read More
Dear Darren, thank you so much for your thoughtful insight and careful consideration on [my employment] matter. [My husband] and I appreciated your thorough analysis of this matter and will be recommending your services to our colleagues and friends.Read Less
Darren gave careful consideration to my overall career goals, and helped me balance short-term needs with my long-term vision for my professional and family life. We were able to craft a fairly unconventional agreement that gave me a sense of ...Read More
Darren gave careful consideration to my overall career goals, and helped me balance short-term needs with my long-term vision for my professional and family life. We were able to craft a fairly unconventional agreement that gave me a sense of closure and enabled me to move forward with confidence and optimism. Discrimination takes many forms and can have a devastating impact. I highly recommend Darren as a principled, collaborative partner in remedying a difficult work situation.Read Less
Thank you for helping me with my dispute. I know good lawyers and you guys are excellent lawyers. I cannot tell you how impressed I am with the job you and your whole team did for me. It's different being a client. But it gave me a dual law...Read More
Thank you for helping me with my dispute. I know good lawyers and you guys are excellent lawyers. I cannot tell you how impressed I am with the job you and your whole team did for me. It's different being a client. But it gave me a dual lawyer/client perspective on the whole thing that I didn't have before.
And when I say excellent lawyers, I mean the whole package – the drafting, the analyzing, and client counselling.
I will never refer a plaintiff employment case or an employment negotiation to anyone but you. I felt like I was in really good hands. Thank you.Read Less
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August 22, 2016: mountain wedding in Shenandoah National Park
In May 2016, I covered a wedding as a second shooter for Rob Jinks (robertjinksphotography.com). The ceremony and the reception took place at the Skyland Resort in the Shenandoah National Park. I've shared some highlights below. Enjoy! (For Rob's blog post about the entire wedding day, click here.)


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Legal, Institutional and Administrative dimensions of the regime of entrance and establishment of immigrants in Greece. Assessment of the existing situation – challenges and perspectives - Greece
June 2004 - July 2004
Migration Policy Institute
The Amsterdam Treaty and the Conclusions of the Tampere Summit have set forth novel priorities and objectives in the immigration policy of the EU. Within this context, the present study aims to evaluate in a comparative perspective the guidelines of European and national immigration policy, to critically assess the status of compliance of the national institutional framework and administrative practice and make coherent recommendations and proposals for improving relevant policies and legislative instruments.
Implementing Institutions
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I recently learned about the Firehouse Clinic project during a talk about social outcomes to architecture by John Peterson of Public Architecture.
The story is that there is a critical need for primary care services in Alameda County near San Francisco. Too many of the low income residents rely on emergency department visits and services for care given the lack of other available options. The initial concept was to put clinics near public schools, but hours and security restraints for both stopped that. The team realized they could leverage the trust that firefighters have with their communities as they typically are perceived more favorably than other public servants (i.e. law enforcement and the conflicts that tends to arise with them). A firefighter's mission generally is to do good in the community without much of an extra agenda. Stations are plentiful and dispersed throughout the county, even in neighborhoods that don't have other services. And fire personal are typically trained EMT's who are responding to medical issues as a big portion of their job anyway. They're an ideal partner.
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I had several people reach out to me after my on/off post. It was pointed out that maybe being in the middle isn't such a bad thing. Being in the middle doesn't bring us closer to our goals, but for the moments when we can't maintain the ON position (on target), being in the middle is a LOT better than being OFF. For the off position is where the damage occurs.
Having said that, yesterday and today were/are OFF days for me. *huge sigh*
Wednesday I was doing SO WELL. I had my food all planned out and was eating according to plan. I exercised. I had a lot of water. I was ON. But what knocked me down was this sleep thing. I am soooooooo exhausted.
I've had a problem that happens maybe once per week and I'm not sure what it is. But without warning, I can be reading, or talking, or listening to someone and suddenly, I don't understand English! I know that sounds crazy. I'm aware that I'm having a weird moment and I try to cover it up but I seriously can't understand for about 60 seconds. Then I'm back to normal. (Any idea what that could be? Google didn't pull up anything)
Wednesday afternoon, I had one of those episodes and it was probably my worst one yet. This time, as it happened, I suddenly had a terrible headache and when the language issue returned to normal, the headache was still there and lasted for hours. I carried on with responsibilities, then went to church. I was feeling dizzy this time too. By the time I got home from church and put the baby to bed, it was after 10 p.m. I should have gone straight to bed. My body was SCREAMING exhaustion. But instead, I ate and ate and ate and ate. I turned "off".
Thursday and today, I am off again. I'm just TIRED. I desperately need some time for ME. I need a super long nap, and several hours of alone time to get the house back in shape and catch up on some responsibilities. I NEED this. I really, really do. Ugh. We start school in 40 minutes and I really just want to go to bed. I can't do that though. I've got to figure out a way to have a day break very soon. As I type this, daughter is sitting across the table talking about a card game and baby is on my hip, hollering for another cheerio.
I posted to my facebook friends that I needed a babysitter and got no replies. My mom watches my kids for maybe 3 hours at a time max. (She's a smoker but won't smoke around my kids, thankfully) My grandparents babysit sometimes and love it but they are in their 80's and I can just hear all my distant relatives talking bad about me for asking them to babysit. Plus, my older kids get bored there. So..........I don't know. But something is going to have to give. I may just ask mom to watch the kids for 3 hours tomorrow and at least use that. It's better than nothing.
I have talked to my doctor. I have a lot of issues going on. But she feels like it all boils down to sleep apnea and that once I can get the rest that my body needs, I will heal. I have a 2nd sleep study scheduled for December 2nd, which is their next available.
My husband doesn't seem to understand how exhausted I am. I'm pretty good at sucking it up and going on. I'm all about accomplishing things and it works my nerves when things are undone, so I do try. (However, things are currently undone and my nerves are worked LOL) He works full time, in the cold and by the time he gets home, he is ready to eat, chill out, and sleep, and I don't blame him. I would too.
Another friend messaged me and told me I should just pick ONE healthy habit to focus on and focus on THAT until I have it mastered instead of having a lit of things to line up to. If I don't succeed in every item on my list, I feel like I failed.
Well.........time to pick up a crying baby and do school. Thanks for reading! I will be back ON tomorrow. I just need today to regroup.


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Art GCSE
Art, craft and design embody some of the highest forms of human creativity. A high-quality art and design education should engage, inspire and challenge pupils, equipping them with the knowledge and skills to experiment invent and create their own works of art, craft and design. As pupils progress, they should be able to think critically and develop a more rigorous understanding of art and design. They should also know how art and design both reflect and shape our history, and contribute to the culture, creativity and wealth of our nation.
Business is a popular GCSE option at Cottenham Village College. Throughout the year, GCSE students will learn about how the world of business works and its relevance to almost every aspect of modern society. The topics studied within the subject affect everyone at some point in their lives. We discuss and cover personal business issues such as how you could raise money to start your own business.
Computing GCSE
Computing is about understanding computers and computer systems. Every day we are using computer systems; modern civilisation would not function without it. Computer systems control airplanes, our health service, cars, coffee makers, washing machines, tax systems, the internet, microwave cookers, mobile phone networks, laptops, desktops, alarms, central heating, remote control television, traffic light systems and more. To comprehend our place in the digital world, we must understand that it is the human that is clever – not the machine.More about Computing GCSE
Drama GCSE
We follow the Edexcel Drama GCSE which is outlined in our Options booklet.
Ways in which you can support:
Any involvement in Drama outside of school is beneficial and many of our students are involved in range of Drama groups in and around Cambridge.
Theatre Trips:
Any visit to watch Drama is beneficial, whether it be amateur or professional.
In particular, The Junction, at "junction.co.uk", offers a range of theatre experiences, including visits from innovative companies that use some of the strategies which we try to incorporate in our curriculum.
Dance GCSE
Students will undertake a range of practical projects to prepare them for their final assessment pieces. These will take the form of both choreography and performance projects and students will now be expected to choreograph for each other as well as for themselves. In performance pieces students will be encouraged to develop their performance skills, both technically, artistically and aspects such as the intention of the piece will become integral to developing a good performance.More about Dance GCSE
Geography GCSE
Geography is the study of the earth's landscapes, peoples, places and environments. It is, quite simply, about the world in which we live. Geography at Cottenham stimulates an interest in, and a sense of wonder about, places. It engages students to think about our changing world, how people and the environment interact, where places are, how places and landscapes are formed and, perhaps most importantly today, helps young people make sense of the complex interactions between economic, social and environmental factors prevalent in our world.
Graphics GCSE
Graphics provides pupils with the opportunity to demonstrate their graphical and technical design skills. It is studied within the Graphics studio and has a focus on modelling and constructing design ideas in three-dimensional forms. Pupils achieve this by working with a range of graphical based materials including card, modelling board, polystyrene sheet, smart and recycled materials. During the course, pupils cover formal/technical-drawing skills, computer aided design, illustration and 3D modelling skills and techniques.More about Dance GCSE
History GCSE
History is the study of the human past. It fascinates and it shocks; is causes joy and sadness in all those who study it. Yet there can be no doubt that it is inescapable, confronting us in the twenty-first century at every turn. A politician's speech, a quiet road-side memorial or a great-grandfather's old journal: all of these present us with historical challenges. To comprehend our place in the world today, we must understand that we are always 'walking backwards into tomorrow', never knowing what lies ahead, but always in the knowledge of that which went before. This is what history is all about.More about History GCSE
Latin GCSE
Latin forms the basis, not only of English, but also of other modern European languages, such as French and Spanish. Studying Latin helps students to a greater understanding of other languages, especially their grammar and spelling.The study of Latin not only provides intellectual challenge but it also provides insights into ancient culture and history.
At Cottenham, we follow the OCR Specification J281, which combines the study of both Latin language and literature. Students follow the Cambridge Latin Course.
Modern Languages (French/German/Spanish) GCSE
This page will be updated soon
Music GCSEMore about Music
If students opt to take PE or Dance as a qualification they could do one of the following:
OCR GCSE Physical Education
1. Component 1: Physical factors affecting Performance (30%)
- 1 hour multiple choice and structured questions. Exam taken in June of year 11.
2. Component 2 – Sociocultural Issues & Sports Psychology (30%)
- 1 hour multiple choice and structured questions. Exam taken in June of year 11.
3. Component 3 – Performance in Physical Education (40%)
- Performance in 3 different sports
- Analysing performance focused on skill piece of coursework
Product Design GCSE
GCSE Product Design encompasses all the key components of Design and Technology. There are no material constraints. Pupils have the opportunity to design, model and manufacture products from one or a combination of materials based on testing and experimentation. Pupils have the opportunity to pursue creative outcomes, solve genuine design problems, improve people's lifestyles and improve existing products as part of their studies. At the end of the course, pupils showcase their work at the annual DT coursework exhibition.More about Product Design GCSE
Although there is currently no GCSE RPE class the course that is currently offered is OCR's Religious Studies B: Philosophy and Applied Ethics (J621)More about RPE GCSE


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David Hillmeyer
February 6, 2017
Q: "So going into 2017, what do you think investors should be doing in terms of preparing for diversifying assets?"
A: Diversification is a way that we can address and risk-manage our portfolios with the ultimate goal of delivering superior risk-adjusted returns for our clients. We've always focused on delivering superior risk-adjusted returns and we do that by taking up the risk when we believe that it is an appropriate time to do that and there are abundant opportunities to do so. But we also have to dial back that risk when we think we are no longer being adequately compensated for those risks. When you think about as we transition into 2017, we believe that managers are going to be facing a lot of similar challenges that they have in years past, and that's in large part because the anticipation is that we will continue to see relatively benign economic growth, and it won't provide the necessary springboard to see higher rates.
In fact, what you can see is almost a gravitational pull on interest rates from some of the structural headwinds that we're still facing, not only domestically but globally, around issues such as negative demographic trends in the developed world, or just excessive debt levels. So, as we transition into 2017, income is going to continue to be a key focus, and we'll continue to look at global markets for diversification benefits and superior risk-adjusted returns. But it is important that we do not forget where we've come from in the last several years, as excess liquidity has resulted in asset prices that at times haven't really lined up with the underlying fundamentals. So it's important that we do our homework on behalf of our clients during this time period.
The views expressed represent the Manager's assessment of the market environment as of December 2016 and should not be considered a recommendation to buy, hold, or sell any security, and should not be relied on as research or investment advice.
Past performance does not guarantee future results.
Investing involves risk, including the possible loss of principal.
Carefully consider a Fund's investment objectives, risk factors, charges, and expenses before investing. This and other information can be found in the Fund's prospectus and its summary prospectus, which may be obtained by visiting delawareinvestments.com/literature or calling 800 523-1918. Investors should read the prospectus and the summary prospectus carefully before investing.
Fixed income securities and bond funds can lose value, and investors can lose principal, as interest rates rise. They also may be affected by economic conditions that hinder an issuer's ability to make interest and principal payments on its debt.
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J. David Hillmeyer is head of multisector/global fixed income in the Americas. He is co-portfolio manager for the fixed rate diversified multisector, core plus, and investment grade corporate bond strategies. Prior to joining Macquarie Investment Management (MIM) in August 2007 as a vice president and corporate bond trader, he worked for more than 11 years in various roles at Hartford Investment Management Company, including senior corporate bond trader, high yield portfolio manager / trader, and quantitative analyst. He began his career as an investment advisor in January 1989 at Shawmut Bank, leaving the firm as an investment officer in November 1995. Hillmeyer earned his bachelor's degree from Colorado State University, and he is a member of the CFA Society of Philadelphia and the Philadelphia Council for Business Economics.
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3 Free iPad Moving Apps Make Your Next Move a Breeze
Moving your household, whether you're headed across town or across the country can be a complicated and detailed process. And since most people don't have a set of professional moving specialists on their payroll, they generally need to roll up their sleeves and do some of the dirty work themselves.
One of the biggest challenges can be the moving estimate. Estimate too low and you could be hit with a much bigger bill than you're expecting. Estimate too high, and you could be reserving space you don't need. Most professional moving companies will do an in-home estimate, but for smaller jobs, it can be more convenient to communicate electronically.
That's where a mobile moving app can come in handy. You can complete a room-by-room home inventory in your free time, checking off the large items and keeping a record of what's in each box without lifting a pen.
And with the popularity of tablet computers - especially Apple's iPad - there are plenty of moving apps now available via that platform. While some of the iPad moving apps carry a small fee, this review focuses on three of the free choices, helping you get your move started off right.
MoveTools by State Farm
Although the well-known insurance company isn't really in the moving business, they certainly have a vested interest in helping their customers move successfully. And that's probably why they've created this robust iPad moving app called MoveTools.
You'll find plenty of moving help here, including comprehensive to-do lists based on the number of weeks before your move, online label creation, giving you labels scannable via smart phone, an inventory tab, and even a section with moving tips.
Tap "Pack Up" on the menu and you'll see a screen showing an open moving box, with each room of the house listed across the top. Select a room and common items that could be found in that room are also shown at the top. To add an item to that room, simply drag the item into the box.
You can drag large items, like furniture and bookcases, to a list on the right hand side. The left side shows the contents of the box you're packing, and allows you to add custom items not found in the generic list. Once you've added the contents of a box, you can name the box. When you tap "Tape Up This Box" at the bottom of the screen, the box is closed and moves into your inventory.
The "Smart Labels" tab in the menu creates a label for each box or item in your inventory. Print the labels and put them on your moving boxes. Each label has a QR code that can be easily scanned using a bar code reader on your smart phone. So once you've taped up your boxes in real life, instead of listing the contents on the outside or tearing the box open, just scan the code and you'll see what's inside a box without opening it.
Choose "My Inventory" and you'll see a room-by-room list of boxes and large items you've packed. Each box or item has a dollar sign icon and a notes icon beside it. Tap either and you can enter an approximate value and additional notes. Once you add a dollar amount the dollar sign icon turns green. And a tab at the top of the screen emails a pdf of your home inventory to a preferred address.
iMoving by Applosophy
Another free iPad app, iMoving, doesn't offer the option of printing online labels for your moving boxes, but focuses mostly on helping you create an accurate moving quote. Touted as a reliable tool to help manage and estimate the total poundage and cubic feet of your stuff, this moving app contains built-in estimates for common household items. It is set up to calculate totals in both English and metric units. If you're planning to work on more than one move at a time, you'll need to upgrade to the Pro version.
Click on the screen where it says start moving and you'll see each room in the house, including a section for outdoor items. As you tap a room, that room name is added to your list at the bottom of the screen. To change the name of the room, simply tap and type the corrected name.
Tap "Start moving," and you're ready to select a room and start packing up your stuff. The left column includes a comprehensive list of possible stuff, including appliances, different sized boxes, electronics, furniture, and even miscellaneous items.
Once you have all your possessions assigned to a room, you can ask for a moving quote via email, or email the report to a preferred mover.
Allied Van Lines
Probably the least functional of these three iPad moving apps, Allied's entry offers two different options on the home screen. Tap Track Shipment and you'll have the option of tracking individual residential shipments or multiple shipments under a corporate contract.
Or you can enter information to request a quote for your upcoming move. Tap "Quote," and there are three pieces of information: Contact Info, Questionnaire, and Inventory.
The questionnaire allows you to check off your appliances and larger items from a list, but there isn't an easy way to enter items not on the list, except by choosing "other."
Tapping "Inventory," lets you enter the contents of each room in your house. Choose a room, then tap the "+" icon in the top, right-hand corner, which opens a list of common household items. Once you've added inventory to each room, you're ready to return to the "Quick Quote" screen where you can request a moving quote from Allied via email.
Now that we've done the initial research for you, get your iPad, download one of these moving apps and get cracking. You've got plenty to do!
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Hi folks,
a little thought experiment:
1 level of Titan Fighter.
While fused he can wield a gargantuan falchion (one size category bigger than he).
Is this legal/possible?
What prerequisites do I have to take into account?
Does he need the eidolon evolution weapon training or are the fighter proficiencies enough?
What happens if this character is also under the effect of lead blades? The sword cannot grow bigger.
What would the damage dice and the reach of the falchion be?
Right now we have:
Barbarian (poor stats)
It is a big group. Most of them are beginners (only 1 played pathfinder before and 2 other played at least some DnD).
Since I am building the characters and have to explain all rules, all books are allowed.
So I don't allowed traits, archetypes and other races than core.
Oh and I plan to gm a simple dungeon crawl.
The 7th player stated he wants to play a tank, no damage dealer. He knows there are no real tank mechanics. And he wants to play a "simple" melee warrior.
In my experience tanks are not satisfactory so I want to fulfill his wishes without gimping the whole character.
But I am a little bit at loss.
I will GM a group of new players. One of them wants to play a tank, despite there are no benefical mechanics to do so.
And he wants to play a dwarf, most likely a fighter.
We start at level 1.
What route can I suggest without creating a disappointing Charakter?
The Dragon wrote:
Your suggestions includes the same problem.Instead of powering up one monster, you suggest to bring multiple monsters. Adapt and escalate the encounter until the party will have real problems.
No difference.
This arms race is boring. For the gm and for the players.
In which matter does it make a difference to what I am wrote above?
Ok, I throw 25 skeletons into battle - you won
It is nothing different to making 1 monster harder and harder.
Next time you will kill 50 enemies and complain about the other 50 still standing.
As gm, I can create encounters that tpk easily.
Just talk with your whole group
Since the gm seems to have no problems with the others characters and the other players seems to have no problems with the gm, you should start talking. Maybe you can rebuild your character
In my opinion, both, players and gm have the responsibility to make a game really fun.
Optimized or even highly specialized encounters/characters tends to be boring.
In my first campaign as gm I have had a similar problem.
It was no fun for me. To watch, that every encounter I build was wiped out with ease was simply boring.
So I stopped building encounters and the fights looks like: "You found a hill giant. You kill the hill giant. Here is the loot."
After that we rebuild campaign AND characters
Long story short:
I want to play a summoner and found the arcanist archetyp occultist.
Using the standard feats like augment and superior summoning would it be as usefull as a master summoner or a Druid focused on summoning?
Another question:
Summon good Monster or summon neutral monster?
Hi guys,
I wanted to play something different for the skulls and shackles campaign, so I decided to do a heavy multiclass character. As another challenge he is a small melee based character (gnome).
There wasn't a plan, so he evolved. In fact I started as level 2 antipaladin and picked every interesting option.
But now I am somewhat in a dead end.
Optimization is not important.
Raec von Silvenstein
Gnome antipaladin 2/barbarian 1/fighter (mutation warrior) 2/oracle 1 (Pathfinder RPG Advanced Class Guide 93; Pathfinder RPG Advanced Player's Guide 42, 118)
CE Small humanoid (gnome)
Init +0; Senses darkvision 60 ft.; Perception +0
AC 21, touch 14, flat-footed 18 (+7 armor, +3 dexterity, +1 size)
hp 58 (1d12+4d10+1d8+20)
Fort +15 (+2 vs. poison (+4 vs. accidently poisoning yourself)), Ref +8, Will +10 (+1 vs. fear)
Defensive Abilities bravery +1, defensive training
Speed 25 ft. (20 ft. in armor)
Melee +1 greataxe +11 (1d10+5/×3)
Special Attacks hatred, rage (7 rounds/day), smite good
Spell-Like Abilities (CL 6th; concentration +9)
. . 1/day—dancing lights, ghost sound (DC 14), prestidigitation, speak with animals
Antipaladin Spell-Like Abilities (CL 0th; concentration +3)
. . At will—detect good
Oracle Spells Known (CL 1st; concentration +4)
. . 1st (4/day)—divine favor, inflict light wounds (DC 14), shield of faith
. . 0 (at will)—bleed (DC 13), detect magic, light, spark{super}APG{/super} (DC 13)
. . Mystery Lore
Str 16, Dex 10, Con 16, Int 12, Wis 10, Cha 16
Base Atk +5; CMB +7; CMD 17
Feats Dazzling Display, Extra Rage, Intimidating Prowess, Power Attack, Weapon Focus (greataxe)
Traits deft dodger, indomitable faith
Skills Climb +7, Craft (alchemy) +10, Craft (ships) +8, Heal +4, Intimidate +15, Profession (sailor) +7, Stealth +5, Swim +4
Languages Common, Gnome, Orc, Sylvan
SQ aura of evil, fast movement, gnome magic, knack with poison, mutagen, mystery (lore), oracle's curse (lame), revelation (sidestep secret), touch of corruption, unholy resilience
Combat Gear potion of shield of faith +2 (2); Other Gear +1 agile breastplate, +1 greataxe, boots of the cat, cloak of resistance +1, backpack, masterwork, barbarian's kit, masterwork tool, 121 gp
Thanks in advance for your help.
My druid:
I wanted a little bit more strength than a caster druid needs
Should I change combat casting to heavy armor proficiency?
Human Druid 8
NG Medium Humanoid (human)
Init +3; Senses Perception +17
AC 18, touch 11, flat-footed 17 (+7 armor, +1 Dex)
hp 72 (8d8+32)
Fort +11, Ref +5, Will +14; +4 vs. spell-like and supernatural abilities of Fey and against effects that target plants
Speed 20 ft.
Druid Spells Prepared (CL 8):
Str 12, Dex 12, Con 16, Int 12, Wis 22, Cha 9
Base Atk +6; CMB +7; CMD 18
Feats Augment Summoning, Combat Casting, Natural Spell, Spell Focus (Conjuration), Superior Summoning
Traits Focused Mind, Reactionary
Skills Acrobatics -2 (-6 jump), Climb +2, Escape Artist -2, Fly +9, Handle Animal +10, Heal +10, Knowledge (nature) +11, Perception +17, Ride -2, Spellcraft +12, Stealth -2, Survival +19, Swim +2
Languages Common, Draconic, Druidic
SQ animal companion link, nature bond abilities (animal companion, tiger), resist nature's lure, share spells with companion, spontaneous casting, trackless step, wild, wild empathy, wild shape (3/day), wild shape (animal), wild shape (elemental), wild shape (plant), woodland stride
Other Gear +1 Wild Ironwood Breastplate, Cloak of resistance +2, Headband of inspired wisdom +2, 100 GP
Thanks for the help
It should be a caster druid, because we already have two melee classes.
Any suggestions how to handle a druid in combat?
Hi guys,
I can't decide between a druid and a wizard.
level 8
Since it will be my 5th character in this campaign it should have some staying power.
Augment summoning is a must and I need some sort of battlefield control as well as hp and good saves. Maybe I take Summon Good Monster too.
What would you suggest?
I have two questions:
1. Does a non human character with the eldritch heritage feat have access to the imperious bloodline (only available to human sorcerers)?
2. Feat:
Benefit: Each time you cast a summoning spell that conjures more than one creature, add one to the total number of creatures summoned.
Summon Monster:
...1d3 creatures of the same kind from the 1st-level list
When I roll a 1, how many monster are summoned?
Thanks for the advice
Is there any possibility that a shaken enemy loses his dex bonus to ac?
I think, if we go evil I will go on as Barbarian. The oracle curse will be lame so I can ragecycle.
Otherwise oath of vengeance and staying paladin would be the best.
Do think the cruel weapon enhancement would be recommended?
Eldritch heritage is a nice route, but it is very feat intensive, I don't think I can afford it.
Hi guys,
I planning on playing a high Cha, low Dex melee character.
My stats (25 PB)
Race: Aasimar with +2 Str and +2 Cha and scion of humanity
1. Paladin (or Antipaladin if we decide to go evil)
Feats: Scion of war and PA
What should I do next? stay on Paladin (Antipaladin)? Any other class?
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The oracle has 4 feats on level 5. works only with human but not assimar.
How does the fighter get 22 strength? His stats are way above average...
The horse is the AC of the oracle, but the fighter rides it? Why???
And remember: the animal companion is a NPC. You control it.
Just for me to understand:
SLAs are treated as arcane "spells" for prerequistes for feats, PrC and so on?
This means, an aasimar Cleric 3 / Wizard 1 (with 3 ranks in knowledge arcane/religion) will meet the prerequisites for the mystic theurge?
Pretty strong to have a nearly full cleric with additional arcane spells.
Hello guys,
I want to build a character that is hard to kill.
This is the best I can do, but I think one of you has surely a better idea or some hints to improve my build.
AC 30, touch 16, flat-footed 25
Speed 30 ft.
The whole crunch:
Male Half-Orc Bard 1 Dragon Disciple 3 Oracle 1 Paladin 3
LG Medium Humanoid (human, orc)
Init +9; Senses darkvision 60 ft.; Perception -1
AC 30, touch 16, flat-footed 25 (+8 armor, +4 shield, +5 Dex, +2 natural, +1 deflection)
hp 69 (3d12+3d10+2d8+19)
Fort +15, Ref +18, Will +17
Immune disease, fear; Resist oracle's curses (tongues [celestial]), fire 5, dragon resistances
Speed 30 ft.
Melee Heavy Shield Bash +11 (1d4+6/x2) and
+2 Falcata +13 (1d8+8/19-20/x3)
Special Attacks bardic performance (standard action) (9 rounds/day, bardic performance: countersong, bardic performance: distraction, bardic performance: fascinate (1 targets) (dc 15), bardic performance: inspire courage +1, breath weapon (1/day) (dc 16), claws & bite (8 rounds/day), dragon bite, smite evil (1/day)
Spell-Like Abilities Detect Evil (At will)
Bard Spells Known (CL 3):
1 (5/day) Cure Light Wounds, Feather Fall (DC 16), Feather Step (DC 16), Restful Sleep (DC 16)
0 (at will) Mage Hand, Prestidigitation (DC 15), Mending, Message, Know Direction, Sift
Oracle Spells Known (CL 1):
1 (5/day) Shield of Faith, Protection from Evil, Cure Light Wounds
0 (at will) Create Water, Guidance, Purify Food and Drink (DC 15), Stabilize
Paladin Spells Prepared (CL 0):
Str 22, Dex 7, Con 14, Int 10, Wis 8, Cha 20
Base Atk +5; CMB +11; CMD 20
Feats Exotic Weapon Proficiency (Falcata), Greater Mercy, Improved Initiative, Noble Scion of War, Power Attack -2/+4
Traits Deft Dodger, Indomitable Faith
Skills Acrobatics -4, Climb +9, Diplomacy +9, Escape Artist -4, Fly -4, Handle Animal +9, Heal +3, Intimidate +18, Knowledge (arcana) +9, Knowledge (local) +7, Linguistics +4, Perform (oratory) +9, Ride +1, Stealth -4, Swim +4; Racial Modifiers +2 Intimidate, +2 Knowledge (local)
Languages Celestial, Common, Draconic, Orc
SQ aura of courage, aura of good, bardic knowledge, dragon type (gold dragon [fire]), lay on hands (1d6) (6/day), mercies (mercy [fatigued]), mysteries (lore), revelations (sidestep secret)
Other Gear +2 Mithral Agile breastplate, +2 Heavy steel shield, +2 Falcata, Cloak of resistance +2, Handy haversack (empty), Headband of alluring charisma +2, Ring of protection +1, 112 GP
Special Abilities
Aura of Courage +4 (10' radius) (Su) You are immune to Fear. Allies within aura gain a morale bonus to saves vs Fear.
Aura of Good (Ex) The paladin has an Aura of Good with power equal to her class level.
Bardic Knowledge +1 (Ex) Add +1 to all knowledge skill checks.
Bardic Performance (standard action) (9 rounds/day) Your performances can create magical effects.
Bardic Performance: Countersong (Su) Counter magical effects that depend on sound.
Bardic Performance: Distraction (Su) Counter magical effects that depend on sight.
Bardic Performance: Fascinate (1 targets) (DC 15) (Su) One or more creatures becomes fascinated with you.
Bardic Performance: Inspire Courage +1 (Su) Morale bonus on some saving throws, attack and damage rolls.
Breath Weapon (1/day) (DC 16) (Su) 1/day, Breath Weapon deals 3d6 Fire damage, DC 16.
Claws & Bite (8 rounds/day) (Ex) Bite attack deals 1d6 damage.
Damage Resistance, Fire (5) You have the specified Damage Resistance against Fire attacks.
Darkvision (60 feet) You can see in the dark (black and white vision only).
Detect Evil (At will) (Sp) You can use detect evil at will (as the spell).
Dragon Bite (Ex) Bite attacks deal 1d6 damage
Dragon Resistances (Ex) You gain Fire resistance 5 and +1 natural armor
Dragon Type (Gold Dragon [Fire]) +1 damage per die for [Fire] spells.
Greater Mercy Lay on hands heals extra hit points if the target doesn't need a mercy
Immunity to Disease You are immune to diseases.
Immunity to Fear (Ex) You are immune to all fear effects.
Lay on Hands (1d6) (6/day) (Su) You can heal 1d6 damage, 6/day
Mercy (Fatigued) (Su) When you use your lay on hands ability, it also removes the fatigued condition.
Power Attack -2/+4 You can subtract from your attack roll to add to your damage.
Smite Evil (1/day) (Su) +5 to hit, +3 to damage, +5 deflection bonus to AC when used.
Tongues (Celestial) You can only understand and speak one language in combat.
Thank you for all good advice!
Extra Rage
You can use your rage ability more than normal.
Prerequisite: rage
Half orcs favoured class Option:
Prerequisite: Barbarian but no rage
Can I use my favourite class bonus to get additional rage rounds if I am a barbarian but haven't got the rage class feature yet?
The mad dog archetype barbarian archetype get rage later but the dwarf/half orc barbarian favoured class option does not require rage.
So can a half orc mad dog get additional rage rounds as favoured class bonus before level 4?
Serisan wrote:
Wouldn't that mean you have to summon a swimming creature on the ground of the sea instead of summoning it somewhere in the water?
I have a few questions about the druid.
1. Can I use wild shape and then cast strong jaw on myself? (natural spell provided)
2. If I use wild shape to change into an elemental, can I use weapons and wear armor of the same size as the elemental is?
3. Can I take the feat improved natural attack even when I possess the natural attack only in wild shape?
4. The Aasimar feat celestial servant gives my animal companion the celestial template and changes it to a magical beast.
Kat Tenser wrote:
Who decides which equipment is available?As easy as a GM can say there is no sword he also can say there is no scroll in the shop.
This means of course even a wizard doesn't have always the right spell in his spellbook.
So if a wizard is more powerful than any other class, it's the GM fault.
Why does everybody assume a wizard can cast all spells available?
A wizard gets 3 + int mod level 1 spells at the beginning, With every new level he gets 2 additional spells.
This will end up in 41 + int mod spells.
A sorcerer gets 48 spells + bloodline spells
So what if the GM don't let you copy any spell?
It's GMs choice how powerful a wizard will be.
Hi everyone!
Our group start the Skulls and Shackles AP. I am allowed to play a Samsaran with the Mystic Past Life racial trait.
I will play a Cleric of Besmara with a Wisdom of 18 after racial mods.
What spells should I take?
Thanks in advance
Here is my first version of the Paladin of Besmara
Alignment: CN
Proficient with all simple weapons, pirate weapons (pirates of the inner sea), rapier, whip, sap, net and medium armor. (no shields or heavy armor)
Class skills: add swim and intimidate, remove ride
1. Aura of chaos, smite lawful, detect lawful
All other Paladin features are unchanged
Please give me some advice on this and excuse my bad english
Oh look!
Hi everyone!
We playing Skulls and Shackles at the moment and we managed a TPK at first level.
The DM gave me a hint that could play a Paladin of Besmara if I do the adaptation.
How to build a CN Paladin?
Some abilities should be changed for sure e.g. aura of good and smite evil
Can you give me some advice on building and playing such a paladin?
I love the idea of a small berserker, so I build an archetyp for this.
Here we go:
add escape artist to class skills
Frenzy Movement: +20 ft movement This bonus applies only if the berserker is small or smaller and not wearing armor or heavy load.
A small or smaller wolverine berserker gains +2 dodge bonus to AC at first level.
Wolverine Rage: +2 Str, +2 Dex, +3 to Will saves, +2 natural armor.
Agility Strike: At 3rd level a wolverine berserker gains her Dex bonus to hit rolls. At 9th level she adds 150% of her Dex bonus to hit and at 15th level she adds 200% of her Dex bonus to hit rolls.
Greater Wolverine Rage: The bonuses increase to +4 Str, +4 Dex, +3 natural armor and +4 to will saves
Mighty Rage: The bonuses increase to +6 Str, +6 Dex, +4 natural armor and +5 to will saves.
At 4th level the wolverine berserker gains +2 dodge bonus to AC. At 12th level this bonus increase to 4.
What do you think?
Head (Ex): An eidolon grows an additional head. The eidolon does not gain any additional natural attacks for the additional head, but the additional head does allow the eidolon to take other evolutions that add an additional attack to a head (such as a bite, gore, or breath weapon). This evolution can be selected more than once.
With an additional head you can take breath weapon more than once.
I have a question about the beastform mutagen.
The 3rd level beastform mutagen says that you gain 1 ability from the spell "alter self"
This bonus is a size bonus, like the spell description says.
So what happen if I cast enlarge person?
I will get a -2 dex size bonus from enlarge person but I have already a +2 size bonus from beastform mutagen.
Size bonuses never stacks with each other.
So what happens if I get the beastform mutagen with +2 dex and I cast enlarge person on myself?
Is one effect dispelled or does the dex penalty and bonus even it out?
As I know the additonal arms don't give me more actions per round, so I can't use them for buffing.
My GM allow core rulebook, APG and UM/UC
I am now on a vivisectionist/beastmorph 3 + Barbarian x
Looks good for one round
Thanks for the advice!


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John Treichler has had 2 photographs accepted into the Philadelphia Sketch Club PHOTOgraphy 2010 Exhibition. The juried exhibit runs from October 8 through October 23, 2010.
Treichler is exhibiting "Meadowlands" and "Fisher's Farm".
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The most powerful form of crying.
It was worth it, it was worth it, honey!
Do as Romans do,
Conquer me, capture my every muscle.
In stone, in marble, but never in bronze.
In the late night rustle
In silks or nylons.
Do as Romans do.
Conquer me, carve my tiny vessels
From marble.
Like Michelangelo.
Like Bernini Lorenzo.
When the cherries bloom,
it does not matter whether
it is by god's will or by nature's.
Maybe it's random or maybe it's doom,
maybe they work together.
Tiny paper boats
Soaked in melted snow water.
I don't talk about loss.
I am my father's daughter.
Tiny paper boats—
When I was little, I thought they just swam, endlessly.
Now this little girl knows,
They dissolve in water, they too have a destiny.
One two three
Banshee comes for me
Four five six
Save your tricks
Seven eight nine
Draw a line
Ten eleven twelve
Dig and delve
Thirteen steps
Who is next?
An abundance of love is, perhaps, all I could give to you.
In Turkish delights,
In cozy nights,
I just want to make you smile. Your smile. What a view.
Love is a weird substance.
Made of sighs,
Joyful (sad) cries,
Happy eyes.
The latter has minor importance
But feels good, brings balance.
You are a comfortable silence.
That first daisy.
The sound of morning birds.
The whole world is crazy,
If this isn't love. No words
Can help me say this, but I'll try:
You are the pure bliss of a starry sky
For a child born in a big city.
Oh, i do pity those,
Who have never seen it,
Who will never feel that glee:
This sky might have no limit,
But every star in it belongs to me.
Hello, old friend.
They have given us a new command:
Blue on blue contact.
What is it there, soldier, that you cannot comprehend?
Blue on blue.
Good bye. Toodeloo.
Old friend, I am sorry
That I obeyed.


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From the website of the Institute of Christ the King Sovereign Priest comes the exciting news that The Catholic Priest: Image of Christ, is now available from Ignatius Press in an English language edition. This book contains great works of art from over the centuries, and essays by priests of the Institute and prelates such as Archbishop Burke:
Published during this Year of the Priest with the support of the Institute of Christ the King, the monumental book The Catholic Priest: Image of Christ places in the forefront the beauty and sacredness of the Catholic priesthood. With 560 illustrations spanning fifteen centuries of art originating in many parts of the world, the author depicts all aspects of the life of the priest, focusing most particularly on the celebration of the Eucharist as the very heart of the priestly being. Included in these vignettes are the life of a priest as a religious and the self-sacrifice of the priest at its highest level: martyrdom.
Profound exposés on the meaning and value of the Holy Mass and on the sanctity and charity of the priesthood are found throughout the book. These accompanying essays, which include important contributions by the His Holiness, Pope Benedict XVI and Cardinal Medina Estevez, as well as Monsignor Gilles Wach, Prior General of the Institute of Christ the King Sovereign Priest, and Monsignor R. Michael Schmitz, Vicar General in the Institute, among others, describe not only what the priest does, but more importantly, who he is.
In addition, various chapters vividly chronicle exemplary priestly lives which reflect Jesus Christ, Sovereign Priest in an extraordinary way: Saint Bernard and Saint Jean-Marie Vianney and martyrs such as Saint Maximilian Kolbe and Blessed Ivan Ziatyk. Splendidly illustrating the lives of holy priests through the beauty of sacred art, this book offers to the reader a sublime meditation on the sacred grandeur of the priestly vocation.
Since the Catholic priesthood is just as relevant today as ever before, the author explores the manner in which contemporary sacred art portrays the priest as an image of Christ in. In contrast to the pervasive images of the Crucifixion found in most commercial art, the author gathers together many inspiring and prayerful alternatives from around the world. Included in this book are paintings and stained glass images by contemporary artists, whose work reflects the Holy Father's directive on sacred art: "in continuity with the past, but not copying it." These new canvases find themselves in good company with painters such as Fra Angelico or Zurbaran as can be briefly seen in the video clip at right. Like the Church, this is a truly universal book.
The attractive design and layout of this book together with its enlightening articles available in six languages make this volume a masterpiece in itself. Blending insightful text with impressive iconography, this book emphasizes the mystic, sacramental, and divine aspects of the priesthood, as well as the vital importance of the priest as a man of Christ-like charity. This work is also meant to be a tribute to the many holy priests who, living as 'alter Christus' (other Christs) in a modern world so often hostile to their priestly being and ministry, are the unsung heroes of today.
A truly positive and encouraging gift for priests and seminarians during these difficult times for vocations, this book is also gladly received by young people as an appealing means to deepen their Faith and by families as a valuable catechetical resource.
The author, Mr. Steen Heidemann, is of Danish origin and holds degrees in architecture and art (Oxford Polytechnic), as well as a Master of Science degree in management. He now lives with his French wife and children in Normandy and works as an organizer of international art exhibitions. Having been received into the Catholic Church at Westminster Cathedral in London, the author dedicated this book in grateful appreciation for his conversion to the Catholic Faith. With the encouragement of the Institute of Christ the King, the author devoted six years to create this book.
An edition of The Catholic Priest: Image of Christ published by Liana Marabini of LIAMAR in Monaco is available in the United States since June 1, 2010, through Ignatius Press.
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Alternative Family Law: Lesbian & Gay Parenting — Set up by Andrea Woelke who has particular expertise and experience in international cases involving lesbian and gay clients.
The Beaumont Society : HOME : Help and Support for all Transgender People — A national self help body run by and for those who cross-dress or who are trans-sexual.
D (Contact and PR: Lesbian mothers and known father) No.2, Re [2006] EWHC 2 (Fam) (12 January 2006) — The case concerned whether the biological father of a child being brought up by a lesbian couple, one of whom was the biological mother, should have parental responsibility. The court received interesting evidence from Dr Claire Sturge on the nature of same sex family relationships, the deficiencies of language to reflect them and the research on same sex parenting. Parental responsibility was granted with restrictions.
Fertility Law and Family Law | Natalie Gamble Associates | fertility law, donor conception law, surrogacy law, embryo law, divorce, civil partnership dissolution, same sex parenting | Natalie Gamble Associates | Natalie Gamble Associates — A specialist family law firm which provides fertility and family law services for modern UK families.
Gay Families in the Making | LGBT parents and parents-to-be and those wishing to become parents, Birmingham, UK — Small group of LGBT couples and singles who either recently started if are planning to start a family.
Gender Identity Research and Education Society (GIRES) — GIRES is an expertise of trans and non trans people, which provides a wide range of support for trans people and those who care for them.
Hicks: The Christian Right and Homophobic Discourse — Article by Stephen Hicks, Senior Lecturer at Salford University, examining the 'evidence' advanced by the Christian Right on the alleged adverse impact of parenting by lesbian or gay people. Stephen Hicks has written a number of articles on the topic including a UK history which is available through Ingenta. There is a full list of his articles and work on his Salford University website.
How do you tell your family you are transgender? | Life and style | theguardian.com — An article in the guardian on how to tell your family that you are transgender.
LGBT Foundation — A charity with services and initiatives aimed at meeting the needs of lesbian, gay and bisexual people.
New Family Social — UK network for LGBT adoptive and foster families.
Pace — Providing access to counselling, support and guidance for the LBGT community in the UK.
Pink Parents Project run by the D'Arcey Lainey Foundation for Lesbian, Gay, Bi & Transgender (LGBT) people who want to be parents. The website itself does not yet contain much publicly accessible information but there are contact details and a members' area.
Stonewall has a Resources Page with downloadable publications on LBGT parenting under the heading 'Families'
Transgender parenting and the law: we must be creative with legislation to cater for parents who do not fit neatly with the traditional family model. | British Politics and Policy at LSE — A blog arguing that laws should be adjusted to cater for parents who do not fit within the traditional family model.
The non-case against gay parenting | Jill Filipovic | Comment is free | theguardian.com — An article in the guardian on 'The non-case against gay parenting' opposing the new study that proposed that children of gay parents are worse off than children of heterosexual unions.


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OCEAN COUNTESS On Fire
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Majestic International's MV OCEAN COUNTESS, completed in 1976 as CUNARD COUNTESS, is currently ablaze at Chalkis, where she has been laid up since her most recent charter to U.K.-based Cruise and Maritime Voyages. The ship was scheduled to return to cruise service in 2014 but this now looks unlikely as aerial video footage shows her superstructure fully engulfed in flames.
The 17,593 gt vessel operated for Cunard from 1976 through 1996 until sold to Awani Cruises to operate in Indonesian waters as the AWANI DREAM II. In 1998, she was sold to Royal Olympic Cruises and renamed OLYMPIC COUNTESS. When ROC shut down in 2004, the ship was sold to Majestic International and renamed OCEAN COUNTESS, operating under charter to various entities, from Louis (taking on the name RUBY for the 2007 season to replace SEA DIAMOND) to Monarch Classic, Quail and Cruise and Maritime Voyages.
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Mount Bullion
Mount Bullion is located a few miles out of Mariposa. All repeaters and remote bases are controlled by one of the two RLC-DSP404 controllers. All repeaters and remote bases can be linked to any other analog equipment on Mt. Bullion.
147.03 MHz + (100Hz)
224.96 – (156.7Hz)
420 Hub
444.7 MHz + (94.8Hz)
1284.3 – (88.6Hz)
Remote Bases:
29.6 MHz FM
52.525 MHz FM
Remote Receivers
These receivers act as cross band repeaters between 147.63 MHz and 449.7 MHz. All of these receivers are bi-directional meaning you can transmit into them on either 2 Meters or 440 except for Turlock. Both UHF and VHF PLs are the same for all of the receivers.
Turlock: 103.5 Hz
Los Banos: 107.2 Hz
Atwater: 114.8 Hz
Fresno: 118.8 Hz
In the city of Turlock TARC has a VHF repeater, remote receiver, as well as a 2 Meter/440 remote base. Under normal circumstances the Turlock system is configured as a remote receiver. When it is configured this way it is only mono-directional, 2 Meters input only. The Turlock system can also be configured so that the remote base is being repeated through the UHF/VHF repeater on Mount Bullion. The frequency of the repeater/remote receiver is as follows:
Turlock: 147.03 MHz + (103.5Hz)
In the city of Merced, TARC has a UHF repeater. Under normal circumstances the Merced Repeater is linked and repeated through the UHF/VHF repeater on Mount Bullion.
The frequency of the Merced repeater is as follows:
Merced: 444.900 MHz + (94.8Hz)
TARC has two repeaters in Yosemite National Park. Both repeaters are normally linked to the rest of the system via the 420 hub, but if necessary can be unlinked at anytime. Both repeaters have excellent coverage in and around the park.
Turtleback Dome: 147.000 MHz + (100Hz)
Sentinel Dome: 444.925 MHz + (94.8Hz)
Buck Rock
TARC has a UHF repeater in Sequoia National Forest on Buck Rock near Kings Canyon National Park. The repeater is normally linked to the rest of the system via the 420 link but can be unlinked at any time.
Buck Rock: 440.30 MHz + (94.8Hz)
TARC has four DMR repeaters. All four repeaters are tied to the brandmeister network on both timeslots.
The Turlock Amateur Radio Club advises the use of TARC regional instead of local. This allows for better and easier use of the TARC repeaters.
TARC Regional: 310658 (Timeslot 2)
Mount Bullion UHF: TX: 444.7875 – RX: 449.7875 – CC: 1
Mount Bullion VHF: TX: 144.9375 – RX: 147.4375 – CC: 1
Mount Oso: TX: 440.1875 – RX: 445.1875 – CC: 1
Turlock Low Level: TX: 444.350 – RX: 449.350 – CC: 2 – Local Only
All TARC DMR repeaters have the following static talkgroups.
Static Talkgroups:
NorCal: 31068 (Timeslot 1)
California: 3106 (Timeslot 1)
Local: 2 (Timeslot 2)
TARC Regional: 310658 (Timeslot 2)
Except for TARC Regional and local, all traffic should take place on timeslot 1.
Standard Talkgroups:
Although all brandmeister talkgroups will work, TARC members have the following as a minimum:
Local: 2
NorCal: 31068
NorCal 1: 31069
California: 3106
Cal 1: 31061
SoCal: 31066
SoCal 1: 31067
Southwest: 3176
Call Zone 6: 31096
North America: 93
Worldwide: 91
Broad Band Microwave
Amateur Radio Emergency Data Network (AREDN) (MESH Network)
W6BXN is operating a 5 GHz, 90° Sector Microwave Antenna on Mt. Bullion.
Coverage area should be from Turlock along highway 99 down to South of Merced.
SSID: AREDN, Ch.179 (5.895), 10 MHz wide.
W6BXN is operating a 5 GHz 90° Sector Microwave Antenna on Mt. Oso.
Coverage area should be South of Modesto to Turlock along highway 165 down to Los Banos.
SSID: AREDN, Ch.174 (5.870 GHz), 10 MHz Wide
W6BXN is now testing a M5 90° 21db North Sector Antenna on Mt. Oso.
Coverage should be South of Stockton to Turlock, Covering the Hwy 99 corridor.
SSID: AREDN, 5GHz. Ch 164 (5.820) 10 Mhz wide
W6BXN is operating a 5 GHz, Omni Antenna in the city of Turlock
Covering the city of Turlock. Node is located at 6th street C street.
SSID: AREDN, Ch.164 (5.820), 10 MHz wide.
W6BXN is operating a 5 GHz, Sector Antenna in the city of Merced
Covering the city of Merced. Node is located near Merced JC.
SSID: AREDN, Ch.164 (5.820), 10 MHz wide.


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Kyuss Lives!, The Sword Warehouse Live September 29, 2011
The reason Aftermath always liked Kyuss was because they sounded sure of themselves, almost arrogant. They weren't timid, but cocksure. Every record we have ever owned from them, all of them, from Wretch, Blues for the Red Sun, Welcome to Sky Valley and ...And the Circus Leaves Town, had balls to them, unlike even most metal bands that would take their cue by the next decade. Plus, they were loud.
You can't review a Kyuss Lives! show without reminding everyone that the most important member, the one who wrote most of the set list, is off doing other things. Looking at last night's set list, which went haywire halfway through in fine fashion and was cut a few songs short, you can tally each song that came from the fingers of guitarist Josh Homme. He of Queens Of The Stone Age, Desert Sessions, Eagles Of Death Metal, and Them Crooked Vultures fame.
The reason for that arrogance on those records is Homme, who was never a shrinking violet; in fact, he's a tall redheaded Viking. He wrote the titanic riffs on all those albums, which Kyuss Lives! tries to faithfully create in 2011, but he is not a part of this tour.
He formed the band in 1988 with vocalist John Garcia and drummer Brant Bjork, who remain in the band today. Bruno Fevery subs for Homme, and bassist Nick Oliveri is there when he is not busy or in jail.
Direct openers The Sword (above) did step up their game for their support slot, pulling out "Freya," "Barael's Blade," "Night City" and "Sea Of Spears" from their 2007 split with Witchcraft, which we have no idea why we do not own. The Austin metal band was quite simply the only band we could think of that is qualified to open for Kyuss Lives!, save maybe Sleep on a double headlining bill.
The uninitiated have never understood the appeal of Garcia's voice, an almost hardcore punk drawl that is incongruous with the rest of the band. It's something that always nagged on us. Kyuss existed in the spaces where Garcia wasn't bellowing, though.
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It was a Homme riff smoldering in the air, it was Brant Bjork's Bonzo-drumming. That desert-burned sound, honed by playing generator parties in the middle of nowhere.
Opening with a snippet of "Spaceship Landing," the last song on their final album, our crowd was doing the metal head nod, the lazy man's head bang, and things were getting lit left and right. For Warehouse Live it was a small crowd, considering the influence of the band.
But then again, maybe purists were denying a Homme-less Kyuss, or couldn't find a sitter on a Thursday night, because they were all at Skrillex across town getting thrown.
Garcia stood back away from the crowd near Bjork for most of set, with only Oliveri getting close to fans. For all his bedevilment he's always been the most personable, flashing smiles. For the duration of the nearly hour and half show, there would be no words with the crowd, save for a few quick thank you's at the end.
Our early standout was "Freedom Run" from Blues For The Red Sun, with that slow crawl, and it's nearly seven-minute squat. For most of the show, it was a jam sesh, with songs divided by Garcia walking offstage to let the instruments do their thing away from him.
It could have looked petulant, but we know it wasn't. No offense to Garcia, but vocals were never Kyuss' selling point, it was the groove that the band made around his words. Drummer Bjork will forever be a beast of a skinsman.
"Thumb" and "Green Machine" still have their mystical vibes surrounding them, and their Cream explosions remain intact. As far as reunion gigs go, Kyuss Lives was satisfying and filling. Even with Homme in the fold, we don't think it would have been much else at this point but a lovely, smoky nostalgia piece.
Personal Bias: Have you ever heard "Demon Cleaner"?
The Crowd: Everyone we see at every other stoner metal show in town. In a word, friends.
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Random Notebook Dump: This may have been our tenth time seeing The Sword since the first time at Walter's On Washington February 10, 2006 with Early Man, Priestess, and late great Houston lords God's Temple Of Family Deliverance. This was when Washington Avenue was still "dark" too.
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The Cathy P. Walling Visiting Artist Endowment
Clay artist and painter Cathy P. Walling '78 was passionate about sharing her creations with everyone, and in many ways her art was designed for that purpose.
To that end, her son, Luke Walling, founder of Temprano Techvestors in Newton, has established two new funds to support Appalachian State University's Department of Art.
The endowment will support the Department of Art's visiting lecture series and the renovation of a large portion of Wey Hall into an open display and gallery space housing student art and a senior studio area. The renovation fund will support improving existing classrooms and office space, creating flexible work areas and providing cutting-edge equipment for faculty and students.
Cathy Walling passed away in January 2014 following a 10-year battle with leukemia. She lived in Sherrills Ford.


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Drowning is the leading cause of death for young children in Florida and many other states. Thousands of children have died or suffered serious brain damage because of defective pool gates and fences, defective pumps and defective drains in pools.
While we have represented families in cases dealing with various safety lapses, the issue of ill-maintained pool gates and fences are a particular concern to us, because so many children drown in Florida every year.
The Haggard Law Firm has developed a national and international niche representing people injured or killed as a result of dangerous swimming pool drains and negligent supervision and maintenance of pool safety barriers.
We have gained notoriety in this area of personal injury law by winning two jury trials that resulted in two verdicts in excess of $100 million each.
In January 2003, our firm won a $100 million verdict in the case of a toddler who nearly drowned in her apartment complex pool because she gained access to the pool area through a broken pool gate (Hinton v. 2331 Adams Street Corp).
In August 2003, the firm made history again by attaining a $104 million verdict in a case where a boy got trapped underwater by the suction of a defective and unsafe pool pump (Peterson v. Sta-Rite).
Both verdicts are considered to be the largest in Florida's history.
Our attorneys also strive for tightened safety rules for pools in homes, apartments and hotels. Our work representing victims has spurred changes in state codes and laws governing pool safety. Representing victims of drowning accidents in pools and in swim parks is a significant concern in national and international jurisdictions. Successful outcomes for the families we represent can go a long way toward protecting children and families in the future, both in the United States and abroad.


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Kirsten Hillman
Kirsten Hillman's Story
Ms. Kirsten Hillman is Canada's Deputy Ambassador to the United States.
Previously, she served as Assistant Deputy Minister of the Trade Agreements and Negotiations Branch at Global Affairs Canada, where she was responsible for leading the Government of Canada team in conducting exploratory trade discussions with China in addition to overseeing Canada's trade negotiations agenda.
Prior to this position, she held the position of Associate Assistant Deputy Minister of the Trade Agreements and Negotiations and Canada's Chief Negotiator for the Trans-Pacific Partnership, and Director General of the Trade Negotiations Bureau.
Ms. Hillman served as the Senior Legal Adviser at the Permanent Mission of Canada to the World Trade Organization (wto), and Director of the Technical Barriers and Regulations Division. Ms. Hillman worked for a number of years in the Legal Branch at Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada, first in the Oceans and Environmental Law Division and then in the Trade Law Bureau. During her years in trade law, Ms. Hillman represented Canada as lead counsel before panels and the Appellate Body of the wto and managed Canada's international investor-state arbitration under the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA).
Ms. Hillman has significant experience in international dispute resolution and was appointed by the Director General of the wto to serve as arbitrator in a dispute between New Zealand and Australia.
Prior to becoming a public servant, Ms. Hillman practised law in Montreal in the area of commercial litigation. Ms. Hillman holds a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Manitoba and a Bachelor of Civil Law and a Bachelor of Common Law from McGill University.


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My Glam Voxbox {Review}
As you know I'm very much addicted to trying new products, especially related to beauty. The fun thing about blogging is I get to try a lot of things out for my readers. Thanks to Influenster, I was sent this Glam VoxBox. If you're unfamiliar with Influenster, it is a marketing and review platform. It is a community of people who discover, review and share information about products. It is a big community of those who influence one another with opinions and reviews. You can browse and write reviews. You can also ask a question about a product and get answers by millions of others who may have tried the product.
Every month Influenster sends out thousands of exclusive VoxBoxes of different products, from different brands. Each Voxbox has a different theme. Influenster has different brand challenges and badges to earn. In the Glam Voxbox, I received the following:
Venus Razors & Venus with a touch of Olay Vanilla Cashmere Shave Gel I love the Venus Razors and shave gel. I have been using them for years even before I received them in my Glam Voxbox. I received the new Venus Swirl with flexi ball. The Venus razors and shave gel go great together. The shave gel smells great and is very moisturizing. $8.49-$13.59 (Razors) $2.99-$3.99 (travel size shave gel)
Not Your Mother's Clean Freak Dry Shampoo If you're like me dry shampoo is your best friend for days when you don't have time to wash your hair, or you just want to refresh your hair. I have naturally curly hair which I don't wash daily. I try to go 2-3 days without washing (I know, TME), but it's true. I depend on a good dry shampoo. I had been using another brand of dry shampoo for years and although I loved it, it had started to not do much for my hair. I think my hair was getting too used to it. I was excited to try the NYM's Clean Freak Dry Shampoo when I saw it in my Glam Voxbox. I'm hooked! Although it says unscented I think it has a light fresh scent. Most others I've tried have too floral of a scent or too much of a chemical smell. It doesn't weigh your hair down or make it sticky. It absorbs excess oils and leaves no residue. It's pretty affordable and easy to find in stores. It could be found at most drugstores and Ulta. $3 travel size $7 full size
Q-Tips precision tips 170ct I have used Q-tips for years although I have never used the precision tips. This was new to me and my beauty tools. 100% cotton and gently flexible stick, are perfect for the small clean-ups and oops when doing your nails or even your eye makeup. Great for beauty applications and touch-ups. $3.29
Cutex Advanced Revivial Nail Polish Remover Pads Who doesn't love "on the go" nail polish remover? I often find myself changing my polish on the go, while traveling or even in the car. The Cutex Advanced Revival Nail Polish Remover Pads makes it easy to throw in your purse and take with you. They are individually wrapped packs with enough polish remover to remove all of your fingernails and even your toes! $1.49-$3.99


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Do you want a powerful breakfast packed with a nutritional punch? This one will keep you going all morning and feeling great about what you are feeding your body. Plus, it tastes amazing.
Seeds are full of so many things your body needs for good health. The best seeds for you are:
Chia: Full of iron, folate, magnesium, calcium, fiber, and omega-3
Hemp: High in protein, omega-3 and 6, and nutrients that help lower cholesterol
Sunflower: Packed with B vitamins and folate, vitamin E (antioxidant), protein, and heart healthy fats
Flax: Full of omega-3 and lignans which may prevent certain cancers
Pumpkin: Magnesium, zinc, protein, iron, B vitamins
My morning cereal is made up of 2 spoonfuls of each of these seeds sprinkled with cinnamon and mixed with coconut milk (or almond milk…but coconut gives it more flavor) and a spoonful of choffy. If I make a cup of hot choffy to drink, I just throw in the grinds after I make it. Top it off with some berries which are also amazingly healthy (blueberries, strawberries, raspberries, blackberries) and it is so good for you and tastes like crunchy, chocolate, coconut goodness 🙂
Put down the boxed grocery store cereal that is full of sugar and oils and chemicals (things you can't even pronounce) and make an energy, nutrient, vitamin rich cereal that is all natural and tastes great.
Choosing healthy living over dying 🙂