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The Saints will welcome the Bears for Wild Card weekend
The NFL made the playoffs seven teams, not six, and because of that, the New Orleans Saints will play on Wild Card weekend, taking on the Chicago Bears.
In a perfect world, the 12-4 New Orleans Saints would've been able to get that coveted first-round bye. However, the league has made it seven per conference, meaning the second seed doesn't get a bye.
The Saints were so close to it as well since the Seahawks made a meaningless comeback to down the 49ers. It was only meaningless because the Bears could've held up their end of the bargain and defeat the Packers, who with that win, sealed up the top seed in the conference.
Now, the Saints will get to have their revenge on a Bears team that couldn't get them the top seed. New Orleans will welcome the Bears, who are the NFC's seventh seed, in the Wild Card round next weekend.
In a phenomenal overtime victory, the Saints defeated the Bears on November 1. That was in the middle of the Saints' nine-game win streak, and it was a battle that they'll have to face again. However, it'll likely be Mitchell Trubisky and not Nick Foles.
For New Orleans, they will be getting Michael Thomas back, and given his already-developed chemistry with Drew Brees, it should be like he didn't miss a beat. Deonte Harris and others that may have been sidelined should be available as well.
Hopefully, the Saints, who used Ty Montgomery as a running back in Week 17, will also get Alvin Kamara off the Covid-19 list. Kamara has been the team's most lethal offensive option this season.
No Wild Card weekend is necessarily easy. These are professionals that can all play at an ultra-high level; however, this should be the matchup that the Saints want. It'll two top defenses that take the field.
The Saints' much-better offense is likely the difference-maker. Allen Robinson could be a problem, but Marshon Lattimore should be able to lock up the elite receiver.
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So, I'm throwing a little shindig on Wisconsin Point Friday, Aug. 27. I have been hearing conflicting reports as to the current state of affairs regarding the 5-0 after dark on WI Point. Does anyone know what the setup is these days? I've heard they kick people out (a far cry from "you're all of age, there's no glass, you brought your own garbage bags – have a good night, folks!"); that they close the gates; and they have been known to tow cars. Anyone?
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about 14 years agoDefinitely verify this, but I think that is beyond the first parking area. I believe the first one though is okay after hours.
about 14 years agoMe and few of my friends had some adult beverages, camping, bonfire and like last summer on the beach. I believe it was about 5 or 6 stops inward and had absolutely no run-ins with law enforcement officials. Guess you take a chance, but definitely pack in what you pack out! There's enough garbage out there already 8)
about 14 years agoCall the city of Superior to get the exact rules, be of legal age, no glass containers and leave the beach cleaner than you found it.
about 14 years agoDon't go down the actual Point where the signs are. Follow the road straight past the landfill. This area is not ruled by the 10pm closing time, you can camp. The cops might come by and put something on your car saying that there have been break-ins, but that's it. On the other hand, be safe and be respectful of the beach. That's just common sense.
about 14 years agoMary Morgan is who I would speak with. I called a couple months ago to inquire about drinking in Billings Park, which is legal. Mary Morgan, Administrator Ph. (715) 395-7270
about 14 years agoI too remember the "you're all of age, no glass, pack out what you pack in" days. Heck, even before I was of age, they'd show up and since we were such an unruly bunch they'd leave us be (though we didn't find it necessary to always bring booze so that helped). *sigh* I hate getting older, now it seems impossible to get the group together and head out there. Happy bonfire to you, hope the 5-0 cut you some slack!
about 14 years agoThere is no motor vehicle traffic or parking allowed between 11pm and 4am (past lot #1). No glass containers. There are also no garbage cans, so pack out what you pack in. I believe if you're "behaving" and of a "mature age" you usually won't be bothered. At least that's my experience. Be careful where you build a fire too -- not too close to the vegetation.
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about 14 years agoDefinitely DO NOT leave ANYTHING valuable in your car at ouisconsing point. I got my wallet and phone stolen out of my car at 6pm while I swam for approximately 40 minutes the week before last. But, yes, if you drive past the landfill you can be assured a hassle-free time and probably camp the night.
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about 14 years agoFWIW, earlier this summer me and some pals were having a little fire at the very end of WI point. No alcohol involved, just some arnold palmer and sunflower seeds. A police officer pulled into the parking lot (the fire was completely visible, we were in the bay type area). And the cop put warnings on all the cars saying the park was closed and the hours it was open.
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I know that placing your smartphone on the dining table is a bad habit, as well as a very uncool gesture towards the people who are sitting next to you. I know this is true, but I do it anyway. I pick up my phone and then place it next to my cutlery. I don't always do this, but sometimes I peek at notifications. It's also nice to have it handy for taking ritual photos of the food in front of me…
Yet, in 2019 I want to commit to leaving my smartphone in my bag – away from the table and the bed. The blue light filtering mode on the display helps to at least limit sleep disturbances, but when I start watching videos on YouTube or snooping around on Instagram, I can't stop. And if I can't get to sleep right away, I can't resist the temptation of checking the time on my smartphone, which inevitably leads to reading my WhatsApp messages, if I have any.
I decided that in 2019 I will leave my smartphone in the living room and use the alarm on the Google Home Mini I have in the bedroom. In general, I want to enjoy the moments and the people around me. There are situations that leave their imprint on you and it's a shame to interrupt the moment and atmosphere to take a picture on your smartphone and post it on social media.
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Before going straight to the printer (when I'm in the office it's almost automatic), I want to commit to making sure that I actually need a physical copy of the document or if a PDF file on my smartphone is just enough. Sometimes, I admit – it's just laziness, but in the end I know that having everything on my smartphone is much more convenient, especially since more and more companies support the use of QR codes.
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I still have a Facebook account even though I've barely used it in the past year. I used to post photos or articles of interest, but now I just open it to have a look at events going on. I suppose it's still useful from this perspective, but if you consider all the privacy problems that Zuckerberg's platform has had this year, I think it's not worth visiting the site anymore.
Uninstalling the app on your smartphone makes it easier to shake the habit of checking Facebook (and you'll save your smartphone's precious battery life), but maybe the best thing to do is just to delete your account altogether.
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This time of year can be stressful, both in your work life and private life. I'll often leave emails unread because they aren't important (such as subscriptions to sites that I haven't followed for years and tons of ads), but sometimes it's difficult to tell if something is important at first glance.
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In 2019, besides cleaning up useless emails still lingering in my inboxes, I want to commit myself to cancelling subscriptions to useless services, pages and groups, so I don't find myself in the same situation next December.
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On today's program we will be discussing the 1987 classic Spider-Man arc: Kraven's Last Hunt. This is the outstanding and frankly amazing 6 issue story written by J.M. DeMatteis and art by Mike Zeck. Both are at the top of their game here - the writing is fantastic and the art is some of the


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So yeah, everyone has already done their review of the new iPad, and we're a little late to the party. It happens. Unfortunately, as a new tech blog, we don't have the clout to get a review unit so I had to wait until I was able to get my hands on one. Now, keep in mind, this iPad 2 is not mine. I'm not going to be swayed by the fact that I used personal money to get it because, well, I didn't. This iPad is owned by an ominous third party who may or may not be ominous. So are you ready? Wait, let me get a coffee…
At First Glance
When the iPad 2 arrived, I was beyond excited. It came after making a long trip around the world from China. A trip that I tracked very closely. It was a short trip, but it took forever if you ask me. When it finally showed up, I was looking forward to what might be the weirdest thing that I enjoy: Opening the box. Whether you're a fan of Apple products or not, you must be able to admit that their package design is near flawless… but I digress, we're not reviewing a box here, even if it is the best box ever. *sigh*
So the iPad 2. It came, dressed in white, 32Gb, Wi-Fi & 3G, the works. Right out of the box it was ready to go, I mean ready to be connected to iTunes and configured because it's still not considered a stand-alone product. After that though, it was ready to roll. The first thing I noticed that it's very thin. The whole design is really nice. Similar to the original, but refined in a way that makes it feel very new, and very sleek. It makes the original iPad seem a bit clunky. So clearly, Apple took a step in the right direction with the new form factor. Next I noticed the display, not much new here. It seems a little more clear than what I remember of the original, but maybe I'm not remembering it correctly. After having the iPhone 4's retina display in my pocket for awhile now, almost every tablet/phone display I see seems mediocre. That's basically it, the display is nice, but it's definitely no retina display.
Using The iPad
I have to be honest here, I was a bit disappointed. It all works wonderfully, but so did the original, so nothing about the new iPad really wowed me. The cameras are the only major addition, but the front facing camera is really not what I'd expect from an Apple product. No matter what setting I used it in, it was grainy. It just seemed like they blew up the size of the image on a camera that was meant to be used at half of the iPad's native resolution. Pixelated, grainy, and over-exposed are some of the words that come to mind. The story for the rear facing camera isn't much better. While it's a clearly a better camera, it still looks a little below "apple quality," and feels incredibly awkward to use. When the original iPad came out, I was baffled as to why they left out cameras, now I think they might have had the right idea. The iPad 2 is far too big to use as a point-and-shoot device. Once you've positioned the picture you're trying to take you have to somehow move your fingers around the device to hit the small touch screen button. It all feels too unnatural to be useful day-to-day. With the addition of the cameras, Apple also added FaceTime and Photo Booth to the mix. Both of which work well, but with the quality of the cameras, they are underwhelming to say the least. FaceTime still seems pointless to me, the few times I've used it have been interesting, but video calling in general just doesn't seem useful to me. Photo Booth is basically the same thing you'd expect from the application on your Mac. It's fun for 20 minutes, and you'll never use it again. Not much of a let down though, because I expected it.
Using the iPad on the internet is, without a doubt, what this thing was made for. Safari is gorgeous. Web pages render nicely, scrolling, tapping, and zooming around is really natural, and the whole experience just feels right. To be completely honest, using the internet on a touch screen of this size is easily better than any desktop experience, until you stumble across something that's in Flash. I'll be honest, it doesn't happen much these days. Most sites out there have a back up solution for the iPads and iPhones of the world, but every once in awhile, you find one that doesn't, and boy is it annoying. I'll admit that I see Apple's point with keeping Flash off their iDevices, it's a clunky application that, to this day, has a hard time running smoothly on some desktops. I've seen Flash on some netbooks and it's awful. Since the iPad is right around the same spec level as a netbook, I can imagine Flash having a few issues on the iPad. Truthfully, when I did stumble across the occasional Flash-only video, I was more mad at the website than Apple. It's strange because at this point when I'm using my iPhone, I almost never run into a lack-of-Flash problem, but on the iPad I did… A few times. The most noteable was using Facebook. Since I'm on an iPad, I was using the browser version of Facebook, and whenever I came across a video that my friend shared, I'd click play, and nothing would happen. On the iPhone app, it knows you don't have Flash so it finds the right substitution. Unfortunately that's not the case for the iPad.
Outside of the few glaring issues, the iPad 2 works wonderfully. With the addition of the A5 chip, it moves quicker than its predecessor and all the hard world Apple put in to making iOS work well on the iPad really shows. Movements are fluid and pleasant, transitions flow nicely, the OS really shines on the larger iPad display. Honestly, it feels like something out of a sci-fi movie and for that I really love the iPad.
As always with iOS products, you get the outstanding App Store to help you fill up your iPad with tons of new features. The level of customization the App Store gives you really lets you make your iPad become your iPad. I won't go into many specifics here but I will say this, the official Twitter for iPad app is without a doubt one of the best apps I've seen for Twitter. So if you do get an iPad, and you have Twitter, get it. Other than that, you're on your own with the App Store. I'm sure you'll find things that you like.
My main problem with the iPad is where it would fit in my life. Honestly, I can't find a place for it. When I'm on the couch, I like my laptop. When I'm on the go, I like my iPhone. When I'm at my desk, I like my desktop. The only reason I don't already own an iPad is because I don't know when I'd use it. I'm sure I'd find excuses to use it, maybe I'd replace the laptop on the couch with an iPad every now and then, but honestly, it would be forced. Remember back when Apple first announced the iPad? They put up a slide demonstrating a "gap" in the market between laptops and phones. A place for people who want mobility, but not too much mobility. iPad was set to fill that gap, but I can't seem to find that gap in my life. Maybe I don't have it. Maybe that gap is for commuters sitting on a train, or people on airplanes. Maybe it's for long drives in the passenger seat. Who knows? All I can say is that I rarely fly, I'm rarely on a train, and I rarely take long road trips, so I'm not spending upwards of $500 on something that would be used rarely.
If you have the "gap" in your life where a tablet would fit nicely, then the iPad is a fine choice. Technically speaking, the iPad is great. If you can see yourself using it every day, then without a doubt, go for it. I'm sure you'll love it. If however, you don't have the space in your life for it, don't force it. The iPad is fun and cool and this and that, but it's not for everyone. Tablets in general are, I believe, a niche market. It will definitely have its user base, but I can't fathom iPads replacing laptops any time soon.
More Time With iPad 2
So to really get a feel for this thing, I've decided to type this portion of the review from the iPad itself. Just as I expected, it's pretty nice. I know of a few people who dislike the iPad's touch screen keyboard, but personally, I'm a fan. I've been able to quickly adjust to on screen typing, largely due to my use of the iPhone. Switching to the iPad was, if anything, easier. For the most part, there isn't many new things to report on, which is disappointing, but the original iPad got so many things right that there wasn't much to add or change to this one. iOS 4.3 hasn't been a massive leap forward like some of the earlier iOS releases, but it brought some welcomed features like AirPlay enhancements and iTunes home sharing. In fact, as I type this, I'm using home sharing to stream myself music while I type away outside. The streaming quality is good and it's definitely adding to my enjoyment of this nice spring day.
Besides to the software features, there isn't much to report. Other than the cameras that I mentioned earlier, the iPad 2 is largely the same as it's predecessor. Internals have changed slightly, but it hasn't made a drastic difference to the overall user experience that was already pretty well rounded. I mentioned earlier that I was a bit disappointed in the iPad 2, and I did mean it, but not how you'd expect. See the iPad 2 does a lot, in fact almost everything, right. It has a good year of market time over its competition and it certainly shows. All-in-all the iPad 2 is a fantastic product (minus the few hiccups), but the disappointing part is that there isn't such a drastic difference between the original and the new one that really blew me away. Believe me, as an Apple lover, I wanted this thing to blow me away, but it hasn't. I guess it can't though. The first act was such a hit that the second act couldn't possibly live up to the hype. Honestly now, after really thinking about it, there isn't much I can think of that would make the iPad 2 more exciting. It has, basically, all that it needs. The only thing I could imagine making the iPad as exciting as the first one is for Apple to start treating it more like a stand-alone laptop and less like a secondary device. Losing the iTunes syncing, for example, would be a step in the right direction. Packing a hell of a lot more power into it so I could use some of the heavy applications I use on my laptop would be nice, but other than that, I've got nothing. In short, for what it is, it's wonderful. For what I want it to be, it's not there quite yet.
Final Thoughts
So the iPad 2. It's definitely a good evolutionary step for Apple. It's a gorgeous product that, together with iOS, really shines. It's quick, it's fun, it's intuitive, easy to use, and overall, a nice experience. It's not an experience that's right for everyone, but it's core group of users will certainly like the new additions to the iPad's hardware along with the enhancements to the software. It's far from perfect, but it's getting closer. If you're the kind of person with disposable income who will buy an iPad 3 next year, then I'm sure you already bought one. If you're the kind of person who sits on a train and could use something to occupy your free time, iPad would be great. If you're like me though, and a little voice in the back of your head is saying, "but will you ever use it?" Listen to the voice. You don't need this product. Until it's feature-rich enough to remove your laptop from your life, you'll be fine letting this one pass you by.


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Yoeri Guepin (1983) graduated from HKU Utrecht in 2010 and finished the Dutch Art Institute, Arnhem in 2013. He has been working as a guest tutor at Grafisch Lyceum Rotterdam, Gerrit Rietveld Academy Amsterdam and HKU. His work has been shown in numerous places such as TENT in Rotterdam, Dreamco Bejing and Glassbox Paris. Guepin also participated in Unfair16.


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When Shital Patel accompanied her husband Henry to a dental appointment in Leland on July 30, 2020, she was told it would not be long before he returned to the lobby of Mark Austin's oral surgery practice.
Hemant "Henry" Patel, a cardiologist with ties to the New Hanover Regional Medical Center, had gone to Austin Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery for a tooth implant procedure.
"They told me, it's going to be 20 minutes ma'am, he'll be in and out, no problem," Patel recounted to the North Carolina State Board of Dental Examiners at a meeting in February. "Twenty, thirty minutes go by, I ask, 'Hey, can you update me?' They said, 'Oh we got a late start,' which I completely understand being married to a physician. Wait another 15, 20, 30 minutes, and I ask again. They say, 'We already told you, we got a late start.'"


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Conveniently situated in the Cacique part of Alajuela, this property puts you close to attractions and interesting dining options. This 3-star property is packed with in-house facilities to improve the quality and joy of your stay.
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There are various tools in the area of restorative dentistry that allow modern dentists to offer exceptional results with efficiency, efficacy, precision, and accuracy. Diamond discs for dental operations, for example, have become a standard piece of equipment for modern dentists.
Today, we'll look at two different types of diamond discs and how they're used.
Superflex Double-Sided Fine to Medium Diamond Grit
This diamond disc is commonly used for dental operations involving acrylic, ceramic, porcelain, metal, and plaster materials. They're also employed for stripping, separating, and shaping material on the front and posterior teeth during orthodontic treatment. The Superflex double-sided diamond disc with fine to medium diamond grit is appropriate for speeds up to 20,000 RPM.
Flex Double Sided Fine to Standard Diamond Grit
These diamond discs with a fine to standard diamond grit are used in crown and bridge treatments. It's also great for shaping and pre-separating. Acrylics, ceramics, porcelain, metals, and plaster materials can all benefit from this diamond disc with a fine to standard diamond grit. When using this diamond disc, a speed of 20,000 RPM is also advised.
When it comes to the patient experience, safety, and ultimate results, modern dentistry has improved. Taking advantage of modern dentistry means less is more, from improved procedures and high-tech diagnostics to better technology and more precise instruments.
Below we have listed a few benefits of modern dentistry:-
Less pain
Dental procedures have been made far less painful thanks to advances in laser technology, less invasive approaches, and comfort injection devices.
Less Inconvenience
The goal of providing better convenience to patients has been aided by cutting-edge dental technology that can speed up your session. Soft-tissue lasers for gum disease treatment and contemporary 3D imaging for same-day crowns can help you spend less time in the dentist's chair and save money.
Recovery time is reduced
Another benefit of modern dentistry is the reduction in healing time. Many procedures (including root canals, dental implants, and smile makeovers) can be performed with less invasive techniques, allowing patients to heal more quickly.
Less Risk
In many dental treatments, the risk of failure is considerably lowered with more precise diagnostic equipment and devices. Furthermore, improved technologies such as low-radiation digital imaging and other sorts of advanced technology have made dentistry far safer.
Using today's modern dental technology to address your smile's demands can be a wonderfully relaxing, convenient, and rewarding experience. Many of the reasons why people avoid coming to the dentist have been eliminated by modern dentistry, including fear of discomfort, a busy schedule, and related risks.
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Minneapolis tests prototype mulching mower
In 1990, when the Minneapolis Parks and Recreation department was offered the opportunity to test a prototype mulching mower by Toro, District Maintenance Supervisor Stephen Vogen jumped. "We were already hip to the fact that these machines were coming out on the market," he says. "We knew we had a need for recycling decks, and this gave us a chance to test the mower while it was still being developed."
He discovered during the course of the trials that the mulching feature would allow the city to cut the number of man hours, as well as the number of mowers, necessary to meet its parks and recreation maintenance requirements.
"We have approximately 5,000 acres to cut in the parks system, and we're on a 10-day cutting rotation," says Vogen. But especially during the spring and wet periods when there is a surge in grass growth, cutting crews cannot get to the same locations within 10 days.
A few years ago, delays such as this were compounded by the crews' inability to cut the resulting higher grass in one pass.About a quarter of the time, when grass was getting long, we were leaving windrows and double cutting," says Vogen. "It was slowing us down."
With recycling decks, however, mowing was smoother. "We found that with long grass we had to cut a little slower, but ultimately it was faster because we weren't taking the time to cut a second time," Vogen says.
In addition to saving time, the recycling decks enhance safety along the mowing routes, he adds. "Because the equipment is self-contained, we can cut much closer to areas such as athletic fields and play, grounds while people are there. Before, we were worried about something being thrown from [the mower's] chute."
By 1991, the parks and recreation department was ready to lease 18 of the new mowers, reducing its mower fleet by five. Since then, the department has eliminated two more units. All but a few of the remaining 72-inch mowers in the parks department have recycling decks.
"We've cut costs," says Vogen. "We like the way the grass looks, and we do a better job in fewer hours."


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Heesen 44 meter motor yacht LADY L is offered for sale with FGI Yacht Group.
Built in aluminium by Heesen shipyard in 2012 after a design by Omega Architects and naval architecture by Heesen Yachts.
Twin MTU 3650 Hp diesel engines combined with an unmatched experience in weight reduction and the ultra-efficient Heesen hull allow a cruising speed of 14 knots with a maximum speed of 25 knots. Giving her a cruising range of 3200 nautical miles.
Her modern interior designed by Omega, uses the finest materials built by master craftsmen. She can accommodate up to 10 guests in 5 cabins, consisting of a full-beam owner's cabin, two double and two twin guest cabins, all with marble bathrooms. For the crew, there are 9 berths in 4 cabins with en-suite bathroom and a separate crew mess and galley.
Throughout the yacht, her interior emphasises the light and space available. From the open plan main saloon, to the semi-glazed sky lounge and spacious cabins. She offers plenty of entertainment via DirecTV, custom La Vie central movie and music server, home theater, and Apple Air Play.
Five separate sunbathing and dining areas include a 45 square metre sun deck, dining on both the upper and main aft decks, and a very spacious forward area with room for up to 10 guests to sit, dine, or sunbathe on the full length, quadruple sun pads.
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With the MTV Africa Music Awards that are scheduled to be hosted here in Kampala, Uganda coming up real soon, a lot of opinions have been aired about the credibility of Uganda hosting them with many doubting whether Uganda is ready for such a big platform and stage.
Ugandan Urban rapper Daniel Kigozi alias Navio has no drop of doubt that this is the rigth time for Uganda to host the MAMAs.
Navio pointed out that despite the imperfections in Uganda, the country still deserves not to let go of such opportunities to show the world what she has.
Navio also revealed that putting the wrong things right in the country does not necessarily mean that we have to ruin even the good things that do exist, the alleged absence of justice and peace does not have to block the opportunity to host the MAMAs.
Navio added that the MAMAs present a golden opportunity to so many artists and young talents and pushing for the boycott of the awards will only guarantee that those who stand to benefit from such once-in-a-life-time opportunity miss out.
Navio added that he will be rooting for the MAMAs as long as he is sure that the young artists and talents are prioritized to benefit from the awards.


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Together forever, I am chained two ewe ❤ Dark and bright lamb logos dangle and tangle together from secure lever backs. We love the playful movement on these, as well as their lightweight look. Opposites attract and these two just can't get away from each other!
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$160-175 + HST per 50 minutes. Fees range depending on experience and designation of therapist (Registered Psychotherapist/Registered Marriage and Family Therapist). Those who offer family therapy are listed here. To filter through different details of our therapists you can also check out Our Team.
$115+HST per 50 minutes. All therapists who are currently offering affordable family therapist can be found on the Affordable Therapy page.
The standard Family Therapy session is for 50 minutes. Sessions can also be accessed for 80 minutes. The length of session depends on client's preferences, therapeutic benefit and goals.
The centre requires 48 business hours notice (not including weekends or holidays) or the full fee per sessions may apply.
When working with our marriage and family therapists, we will work together in creating common goals and exploring who members of the family are as individuals, and what their values, beliefs, hopes, expectations, strengths are that they each bring to the relationship. We will work together in exploring interactional patterns and identify which are helpful and desired and interrupt interactional patterns that may be more distressing and unhelpful.
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We offer in person counselling in Mississauga and therapy in Burlington. Our Mississauga office is conveniently located near Hwy 403, 410 and 407. We are also just a short drive away from the QEW. We have free parking available when you visit us.
Our Burlington office is conveniently located at the border of Oakville. This location is wheelchair accessible and also offers free parking.
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The CIC encourages residents, neighborhood associations, and other organizations to share the attached resources with their community.
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Ensuring the safety of motorists on the country's roadways is the primary focus of the U.S. Department of Transportation as it implements policies specific to trucking in a new infrastructure law, senior department officials said.
The enactment of the $1 trillion Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act in November tasked the department with pursuing the implementation of myriad freight and trucking provisions related to workforce recruitment and retention.
Such policies aim to enhance opportunities for truck drivers from multiple generations, as well as introduce trucking jobs to underrepresented groups in the industry. Safety Will Guide Trucking Policies' Implementation, Top USDOT Officials Say


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Dear Infrastructure and Sustainability team,
I hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving. The holiday season is always a time for me to reflect on how thankful I am to be a part of this great team. Thank you for all you do to make CU Boulder great! With the holidays and the end of the year ahead of us, I hope you will have a chance to take some much deserved time off, recharge and take care of yourselves.
Next week, we will show our gratitude at our annual Infrastructure and Sustainability Winter Appreciation Luncheon and awards ceremony. Unlike last year when we were unable to gather in person, this event marks the first time since before the pandemic for our team to come together, share a meal and celebrate our staff. This is one of my favorite events of the year. It gives us all a chance to connect with our colleagues from across the organization. I hope you are able to join us from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 8 in the Glenn Miller Ballroom at the University Memorial Center.
Lastly, I am pleased to report that 66% of our Infrastructure and Sustainability staff completed the Campus Culture Survey. Thank you for taking the time to share your experiences working at CU Boulder so we may work to create an inclusive environment where students, faculty and staff can thrive. Over the next several months, the campus will be reviewing and analyzing your feedback and I hope to be able to share the results with all of you next semester.
From the bottom of my heart: Thank you. I can't express enough how much I appreciate the dedication you show for this university every day, and I look forward to seeing you next week.
With gratitude,
David Kang, vice chancellor for infrastructure and sustainability
Parking Services will continue offering a special daily parking rate of $5 to CU Boulder faculty and staff. Use the promo code "SAVE5" to take advantage of this special rate. Individual days may be purchased up to one month in advance through the website.
We will all celebrate the holiday season in our own unique ways, and our growing diversity is a source of great pride and strength here at CU Boulder. One thing we have in common is living on the blue planet we all share while we enjoy the spirit of giving and the company of loved ones and friends—old and new. You might find utility in some of the ideas offered by the CU Boulder Environmental Center, and EcoCycle, as you make your holiday preparations and attend to the aftermath. Seasons Greenings, and Go Buffs!
Join us for our I&S Employee Appreciation and Annual Awards Luncheon:
We look forward to seeing all of you there, to celebrate with and recognize you for all the work you do for the university.
We recognize the importance of taking time away to recharge for the new year. To support this, Vice Chancellor Dave Kang has granted all Infrastructure and Sustainability employees 16 hours (prorated for part-time appointments) of administrative leave to be taken between Dec. 25 to Jan. 1. In addition, the Governor granted 12 additional hours (also prorated for part-time appointments) of paid leave. These hours can be taken any time between Dec. 1, 2021 and Jan. 31, 2022. Holiday hours can be submitted/tracked in FAMIS using the code TADLV:
Sadly, we learned of Anne McCollom's passing on Tuesday evening, Nov. 2. Anne was a valued colleague who made a substantial contribution within Design and Construction as a project coordinator over the past 18 months. A celebration of Anne's life was held on Nov. 16th.
It is with great sadness that we share the passing of our friend and colleague, George Adams. George worked in our Utility and Energy Services division as a utility plant mechanic for the past 2.5 years. George passed away on Oct. 29. A private memorial service was held by his family.
How long have you been working at CU?
I will begin my fourth year the first week of February.
What is your favorite thing to do outside of work?
My best friend Sam (my dog) and I love to spend time at our Wyoming cabin hiking, fossil hunting and sitting on the porch watching all the wildlife. We also enjoy watching Netflix now and again; the Sopranos is one of our all-time favorites.
Tell us something that might surprise us about you.
Being born and raised in Southern California I began skateboarding in 1974 at the age of nine. My grandmother bought me a Black Knight skateboard at the local five-and-dime store and it's been in my blood ever since (this board is still with me). Skateboarding is still one of my favorite past times and Colorado is both rich in skateboard culture and terrain.
What do you love about CU Boulder?
WOW where to start!!! First, our campus is without question the most insanely beautiful campus in the world. I often take a stroll when work gets stressful and the Flatirons have a way of making me put things into perspective and realize that I am beyond fortunate to be a part of this institution. I love both the diversity of our Boulder community as well as the vibrant student population. It's a privilege to work with folks who genuinely love this place and are proud to be BUFFS.
What is your favorite type of music?
70's ROCK
A quick reminder to double check your essential personal information in the MyCUinfo portal before the end of the year. An incorrect mailing address, mistyped Social Security number or mistake on your W-4 can result in delayed tax documents, insufficient withholding and other headaches.
All CU Boulder students, faculty and staff who submitted non-medical exemptions for the COVID-19 vaccine are now required to submit new exemptions or proof of vaccination through the MyCUHealth portal by Saturday, Jan. 1, 2022. Personal exemptions will no longer be accepted. Please make sure you share this with your units as noncompliance is subject to disciplinary action, including but not limited to ineligibility for compensation increases and/or being placed on unpaid administrative leave effective Jan. 1.
A new staff to staff employee recognition program is being launched this December! Kazoo is an online platform that enables employees to receive recognition from colleagues, celebrate others through recognition, and redeem recognition points for rewards.
The Infrastructure & Sustainability Inclusive Excellence Committee (ISIEC), in partnership with VCIS David Kang and the esteemed professor Donna Mejia, invites you to "A Seat at the Table" as we resume our diversity, equity and inclusion series for 2021/22.
"A Seat at the Table" is an opportunity for you to learn more about your colleagues across Infrastructure & Sustainability (I&S). We will hear directly from our staff and learn about their heritage, culture, and how they arrived at CU. "A Seat at the Table" is a four-part series that launches Dec. 16th from 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. and will be held at the Chancellor's Hall and CASE Auditorium. The other dates for the program are:
Jan. 11, 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., CASE Auditorium
Feb. 16, 3:30 p.m. – 5 p.m., CASE Auditorium
March 1, 3:30 p.m. – 5 p.m., CASE Auditorium
This event will be held hybrid, and the Zoom link can be found here: ISIEC DEI Series
We want to hear from you. If you have feedback or questions on any of our infrastructure efforts on campus, please reach out:


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In preparation for the 2021/2022 season, Bayern Munich scheduled a friendly against Dutch side Ajax. Details on the match were released by the club on its website earlier today:
Important information about the tickets for the friendly against Ajax on 24 July at 16:30 CEST at the Allianz Arena: According to the Bavarian Infection Control Order, up to 500 spectators are currently allowed at football matches - the 2020 European Championship matches in Munich are exempt from this regulation as a pilot project.
At the moment there is no information about the pandemic situation for the game on 24 July. If you would like a ticket, you can submit an inquiry to the webshop. The club will inform all interested parties by e-mail as soon as reliable information about spectator capacity and event regulations is available. Admission prices will be €12 to €50.
With a new coach, some new players, and potentially a new formation, Bayern Munich can surely use any warm-up matches it can get.


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Rapid Response:
Funnel plot is not misleading
We feel honoured that Lau and coauthors selected our systematic
review of inhaled sodium cromoglycate (1) to illustrate the potential
pitfalls of the funnel plot in the context of publication bias. The
authors seem to suggest that the finding of heterogeneity should have
prevented us from publishing a funnel plot. We do not see why a funnel
plot should not be made, as it is a helpful tool for visual inspection,
with or without statistical heterogeneity.
Furthermore, they suggest that by subdividing our funnel plot (figure
2 in their paper) by age of the patients or by study design, the asymmetry
disappears. We disagree. The subdivided funnel plots illustrate that the
asymmetry is especially present in studies with older children and in
cross-over studies. It should be noted that there is a large overlap
between these two characteristics, as well as with publication period
(early studies were done in older children and often had a cross-over
design). In our paper we explored and discussed the possibility put
forward by Lau et al of age of study subjects or design (cross-over or
parallel) being an explanation for the dichotomy of studies, but concluded
prudently (from the result of meta-regression) that "publication period"
was probably the variable explaining it (1). As we pointed out in our
discussion, in the phase a new drug is marketed, omission of small,
negative studies is not unlikely. In a more recent Cochrane review (2), we
suggested to perform a randomized trial in older children, adequately
powered to test the hypothesis that the effect size in this age group was
overestimated by previously published trials.
1. Tasche MJ, Uijen JH, Bernsen RM, de Jongste JC, van der Wouden
JC.Inhaled disodium cromoglycate (DSCG) as maintenance therapy in children
with asthma: a systematic review. Thorax 2000;55:913-20.
2. van der Wouden JC, Tasche MJ, Bernsen RM, Uijen JH, de Jongste JC,
Ducharme FM. Inhaled sodium cromoglycate for asthma in children. Cochrane
Database Syst Rev 2003;(3):CD002173.
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A POPULAR supermarket in the heart of Dudley town centre is to close amid plans to build a new £24m bus station.
Farmfoods, off Fisher Street, will cease trading on September 17 as bosses failed in their attempts to strike a deal to relocate to a bigger premises in the town centre.
Dudley Council, meanwhile, will now press ahead to demolish the building – opposite Birdcage Walk – next month to construct a new 'transport interchange' that will link bus and tram services across the Black Country.
Alistair Kay, property director at Farmfoods, said of the upcoming supermarket store closure: "Our shop in Dudley sits within the development site for the new interchange in the town centre.
"We understand the existing bus station is the second busiest in the region but is no longer considered fit for purpose.
"We have been in negotiation with the council over an extended period of time and despite attempts to identify an alternative site for us to relocate to, unfortunately nothing suitable has been found. The shop will, therefore, close next month."
Farmfoods were in a 10-year lease with the building up until 2027 but Dudley Council secured a compulsory purchase order to officially take over the site. Council chiefs, meanwhile, have confirmed that work on Dudley's all-new multi-million pound bus interchange is expected to begin this winter.
Councillor Patrick Harley, leader of the council, said: "We hope to see work start in the winter and it is a key part of our £1 billion regeneration programme to change the skyline of Dudley forever and make it a more attractive place to work, live, and visit."
Andy Street, Mayor of the West Midlands, added: "This Interchange will vastly improve public transport connections for town centre visitors and businesses – giving local people the more modern, convenient and environmentally friendly bus and tram facilities they deserve."
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Wanted to get to this on Friday afternoon but ran out of time. Michigan athletic director Dave Brandon told Michigan Today that the school is interested in possibly having a mascot.
"I'm struck by the fact that when opposing teams come to our stadium, and they bring a mascot, all of our young fans are lined up to see if they can get a picture taken with it, whether it's the Penn State Nittany Lion or Sparty," Brandon said. "That's a little annoying to me. You can't get your picture taken with a Block M. Mascots are really embraced by the youth demographic, and we want to take advantage of that, for all the reasons that are obvious. ...
"We're interested in doing a mascot but it has to be something that fans love, that children love and everyone can embrace."
Brandon's comments came as part of a really interesting story explaining why the Wolverines are one of the very few programs that don't have a mascot roaming the sidelines. Many Michigan fans believe the school has never had a mascot and never wanted one, but that's not true.
According to the story, Fielding Yost led a charge to bring two live wolverines, named Bennie and Biff, to Michigan Stadium in 1927.
"The live wolverines were a disaster. When Biff was first placed into his cage a week before the game, he snapped a bar in two with his teeth. Said Yost of the wolverine experiment, which ended after that first season: "It was obvious that the Michigan mascots had designs on the Michigan men toting them, and those designs were by no means friendly." After the season, Bennie was sent to the Detroit Zoo while Biff was placed in the now-defunct University of Michigan Zoo."
In the 1960s and early 1970s, a pair of dogs named Whiskey and Brandy entertained the crowd with halftime shows, becoming unofficial mascots. In the 1980s, some Michigan students started a campaign for a new mascot named Willy the Wolverine. The costumed version would even show up at games, but at nearly seven feet tall it blocked many fans' views and was eventually banned from the stadium. School administrators never fully embraced the idea of Willy anyway.
Many Michigan fans cherish their tradition of non-tradition with mascots. For them, a big fuzzy costumed animal belongs at a theme park, not at the Big House.
But Brandon has already showed he's not afraid to mix things up, including this season's night game at Michigan Stadium that includes throwback jerseys and a hockey game at the Big House. Why not a mascot, especially if it's something that can make money through licensing deals and T-shirts? Or simply to draw more kids into the Maize and Blue?
"Our history and our tradition is great for those of us who were there to experience it, or remember it," Brandon said. "But there's a generation coming up, and you've got to connect with them and keep them excited."
To be clear, Brandon said he is not actively pursuing this idea, and many fans would probably revolt if he did so. That doesn't mean we can't have a little fun thinking about what a Michigan mascot might look like.
The Wolverines could always bring this guy in from the, uh, bullpen to stand on the sidelines. Good luck finding some handlers for him.
This guy looks pretty intimidating, though he might be a little busy. Maybe some version of this, but the licensing fees are probably cost-prohibitive. This guy doesn't look too tough or original. There's always this guy, for nostalgia, or this dude for the kids, if you want to stretch the meaning of the word wolverine.
It's definitely not going to be this guy.


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Pastors Are People Too
Every dynamic church has a strong partnership between the pastor and the active members of the congregation. A necessary ingredient for this partnership is a deep understanding and appreciation of pastoral ministry. What motivates your pastor? What are a pastor's responsibilities? What support does your pastor need? How does one discern a call to pastoral ministry and what does that mean? Pastors Are People Too addresses the topics of family, money, teamwork, responsibilities and authority, and more - all the while acknowledging and addressing a pastor's humanness- to provide a basis for building healthy, dynamic churches.
About Alan Newlove (Fresno, California Author)
ALAN L NEWLOVE currently serves his church as Pastor Emeritus and has served at all levels of church leadership, from being a lead pastor to lay leadership to serving in multiple volunteer positions. He also taught in public schools for 19 years and is currently an adjunct professor in the School of Education at Fresno Pacific University in Fresno, CA. He earned a Master of Divinity degree from Golden Gate (now Gateway) Theological Seminary in the San Francisco Bay area. He lives in Clovis, CA, with his wife, Carolyn.


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- TV star revealed battle with the disease in an emotional interview with GB News
Alastair Stewart, Britain's longest-serving newsreader, has revealed he has been diagnosed with early onset vascular dementia.
The 71-year-old anchor announced his retirement in March after 47 years working as a journalist on local and national television.
In an emotional interview with GB News this morning, he discussed his battle with the disease, saying that 'motor skills (are) very tricky' and 'very short-term memory is tricky'.
He explained that around 'six to nine months' ago he began to feel 'discombobulated' while performing simple tasks around the house, prompting him to visit the GP.
Scans showed he had suffered a series of strokes and he was then diagnosed with the disease, which he acknowledged is 'incurable'.
Speaking on GB News this morning, he explained that 'very short-term memory is tricky' and that 'motor skills (are) very tricky'
Alastair Stewart was at ITV News for over three decades before he joined GB News in 2021
The broadcasting legend said he is taking various steps to alleviate the effects of the cruel illness, which the NHS says impacts more than 944,000 people in the UK.
He said he has quit smoking and is trying to keep his brain active with dog walks and puzzles.
The most difficult part of his diagnosis, he admitted, has been the impact on his wife Sally, saying it was was heartbreaking to watch her 'almost reduced to a carer'.
The couple, who live in Hampshire, have been married for 43 years and share four children Freddie, Clemmie, Oscar and Alexander.
Stewart said his wife, who has worked as a production assistant, had to make sure he was ready before appearing for the interview and that his 'tie was done properly'.
He added: 'So, if you do think that there's something wrong with you, go and see the GP, listen to what he or she says.
'But also do remember that the people you work with and the people you live with and share your life with are the most important people in the entire world. And they are there if you're lucky enough, as I was, to help you.'
The presenter fronted the last installment of his show, Alastair Stewart & Friends, in March and has returned for occasional appearances as a commentator.
GB News presenter Camilla Tominey revealed today that the channel's new Westminster studio will be named in his honour, bringing the newsreader to tears.
Stewart was the UK's longest-serving male newsreader after starting his career with Southern Television in 1976 then ITN in 1980 (pictured with co-host Fiona Foster in 1995)
Stewart meeting Queen Camilla during her visit to ITV Studios to mark their 60th Anniversary in 2015
Alastair was made an OBE for services to broadcasting and charity. Pictured with his wife Sally and their four children at Buckingham Palace
Alastair was at ITV News for over three decades before he joined the start-up channel in 2021.
He said in a farewell statement ahead of his retirement: 'I'm nearly 71 and I still get the most tremendous lift from live television – it's the best job in the world.'
'However, the rigours of preparing for two live interview shows a week, and commuting from Hampshire to London for them, are considerable.
'I want to reduce my commitment while I'm still ahead as an old broadcaster, rather than an ancient one.
He added: 'Thankfully the timing is mine; I just want to spend more of it with my family, my horses, and the charities that have meant so much to me over the years.'
During his career, Stewart has covered stories such as the Beslan school siege in Russia, the fall of the Berlin Wall in Germany, and various royal weddings.
He was named Presenter of the Year at the Royal Television Society Awards in 2004 and two years later was made an OBE for services to broadcasting and charity.
He started his career in 1976 at ITV's Southern Television in Southampton, where he served as a general reporter, industrial correspondent, presenter and documentary-maker.
In 1980 he joined ITN as industrial correspondent and a decade later became Washington correspondent.
He went on to anchor ITN's coverage of the first Gulf War and became the first UK TV reporter to broadcast live from the liberated Kuwait City.
Stewart has also chaired debates with political figures, including Gordon Brown, David Cameron and Nick Clegg ahead of the 2010 General Election for ITV, and for GB News when Rishi Sunak and Liz Truss were bidding for the Conservative Party leadership.
Stewart was named Presenter of the Year at the Royal Television Society Awards in 2004 and two years later was made an OBE for services to broadcasting and charity (Pictured in 2018)
He left ITV after a row with bosses at the start of 2020, when there were complaints about a tweet aimed at a black Twitter user quoting a Shakespeare passage that contained the phrase 'angry ape'.
At the time Andrew Neil publicly backed him and said 'ITN suits had forced him out', with any racial element to his comments fervently denied.
Alastair appeared to make a veiled reference to the disagreement in the statement welcoming him to the new channel.
He said: 'GB News is a unique opportunity to broaden the spectrum, challenge the groupthink and move away a predictable agenda in news and debate.'
The news anchor retired after spending 47 years working as a journalist on local and national television in the UK (pictured in 1995)
Welcoming Alastair's openness about his diagnosis, Dementia UK's Senior Consultant Admiral Nurse Victoria Lyons said: 'We're sorry to hear that Alastair Stewart has been diagnosed with dementia, and hope that he and his family are receiving the support and assistance they need at this time.
'By choosing to speak publicly about his diagnosis, Alastair will raise vital awareness of dementia and we hope that this will encourage others to seek advice if they have concerns for their brain health.'
She urged families affected by dementia to reach out to the charity's specialist Helpline by calling 0800 888 6678 or emailing email@example.com.
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The Korean drama "W-Two Worlds Apart" is about a comic book writer named Oh Yeon Joo (Han Hyo Joo) who gets sucked into the world of her father's webcomic, "W". In this comic book world, she meets the main character and hero, Kang Chul (Lee Jong Suk), a wealthy businessman and a good shooter.
Oh Yeon Joo thinks at first that she is in a dream, but as she spends more time in the world of comic books, she realises that she can't get out. When Kang Chul says he knows he lives in a comic book and the author controls his whole life, it becomes clear why he has her trapped.
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Kang Chul is desperate to find out who killed his family. Oh Yeon Joo's ability to enter his world intrigues him, and he uses her to find the killer. As they work together, they start to like each other, but the fact that they are from different worlds makes it hard for them to be together.
Oh Yeon Joo's father, Oh Sung Moo (Kim Eui Sung), is the writer of the webcomic "W." He faces problems of his own in the real world. He has a bad case of writer's block and can't finish the last part of the comic book. This is frustrating for his fans, who want the story to end.
As the story goes on, Oh Yeon Joo and Kang Chul deal with dangerous situations and turns that they didn't see coming. They face problems in their relationship, like Kang Chul's possible death in the comic book world and Oh Yeon Joo's wish to return to her world.
Oh Yeon Joo desperately tries to save Kang Chul from his fate in the comic book world while trying to find a way back to her reality. This brings the story to an exciting end. At the end of the story, a surprising turn makes people wonder what is real and what isn't and if the line between the two worlds can ever be crossed.
Main Cast
Han Hyo Joo as Oh Yeon Joo
Lee Jong Suk as Kang Chul
10 Reasons Why to Watch W – Two Worlds Apart
Here are 10 reasons why to watch the Korean drama "W-Two Worlds Apart":
- Unique plot: The drama's plot is unique and exciting. It is about two different worlds with different rules and outcomes.
- Interesting concept: The idea that a character from a comic book could come to life and act in the real world is fascinating.
- Great acting: The actors, especially Lee Jong Suk and Han Hyo Joo, made the characters feel real and like people, we know.
- Romance: The two main characters have great chemistry, which makes their love story fun to watch.
- Mystery: There are a lot of mysteries and twists in the story that keep people interested and guessing.
- Suspense: Some scenes will keep you on the edge of your seat with their tension and drama.
- Visual effects: The way visual effects are used is impressive, especially when showing how the two worlds change.
- Soundtrack: The story has a beautiful soundtrack that adds to the mood of the scenes.
- Production quality: The quality of the drama's production is good, which makes it a pleasure to watch.
- Overall entertainment: "W-Two Worlds Apart" is a fun show with romance, mystery, and magic elements.
Overall Audience's Ratings & Reviews
- On the Korean entertainment website Naver, "W" received an average rating of 9.3 out of 10 based on over 70,000 user votes.
- On the global review platform IMDb, the show received an overall rating of 8.2 out of 10 based on over 7,000 user ratings.
- Many viewers praised the show's unique and engaging storyline, which centres around a young woman who gets sucked into a comic book world and falls in love with the main character.
- The lead actors, Lee Jong-suk and Han Hyo-Joo received high praise for their performances and chemistry on-screen.
- Some viewers criticize the show's pacing, particularly in the later episodes, which they felt became rushed and confusing.
- Others found the show's concept and execution too ambitious and convoluted, with too many plot twists and subplots to keep track of.
Final Thoughts
The show's storyline, combining science fiction, romance, and mystery, was original and imaginative. Lee Jong-suk and Han Hyo-Joo, the film's leads, received glowing reviews for their acting and chemistry.
Some fans, however, complained that the show's complicated plot and numerous subplots made it too difficult to follow. Some viewers also complained about the show's uneven pacing, citing instances where they felt it went too quickly or slowly.
Compared to other Korean dramas, "W-Two Worlds Apart" is an exceptional example due to the show's innovative writing and performance. The show's blend of fantasy and romance made it stand out from other dramas of the day and made it a fan most favourite.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is "W-Two Worlds Apart" about?
The fantasy romance drama "W – Two Worlds Apart" follows a comic book artist as she becomes engrossed in her father's webtoon and falls for its hero.
Who are the main characters in "W-Two Worlds Apart"?
The main characters are Oh Yeon Joo (played by Han Hyo Joo), Kang Chul (played by Lee Jong Suk), and Oh Sung Moo (played by Kim Eui Sung).
What genre is "W-Two Worlds Apart"?
"W – Two Worlds Apart" is a mix of fantasy, romance, mystery, and thriller genres.
How many episodes are there in "W-Two Worlds Apart"?
There are 16 episodes in total.
Is "W-Two Worlds Apart" based on a true story?
No, "W – Two Worlds Apart" is a fictional drama and is not based on a true story. The Korean drama "W-Two Worlds Apart" is about a comic book writer named Oh Yeon Joo (Han Hyo Joo) who gets sucked into the world of her father's webcomic, "W."
What awards did "W-Two Worlds Apart" win?
"W – Two Worlds Apart" won several awards, including Best Drama at the 2016 MBC Drama Awards and Best Actor for Lee Jong Suk at the 2017 Baeksang Arts Awards.


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Parent-child communication can be difficult, especially when kids get older and develop their own perspectives.
Toxic parents can lose themselves in their thoughts, which can affect their children.
Recognizing these triggers can make parenting easier. Dr. Bernstein thinks parents can see how their own frustrations affect their kids.
Every kid brings home a friend or two. According to Dr. Greenberg, criticizing your child's pals is poisonous. "Toxic parents criticize their child's friends."
Toxic parents confuse terrible behavior with a bad child and don't distinguish between the two. "Parents are 'on duty' 24/7," Dr. Bernstein says.
Toxic parents compare their children to their siblings and friends in hopes that they would behave like them.
Using statements like "You always" or "You never" limits a child's conduct. "You seem to be upset when..." or "How can we work through this issue together?" are growth-oriented phrases.
Toxic parents regularly criticize themselves about weight and appearance. Dr. Greenberg says children turn to their parents for examples of everything, including self-esteem.
Parents should be parents—not friends. Toxic parents may dress like their child, befriend their child's pals, or share too much personal information with their child.
Watching children grow up may be heartbreaking but beautiful, full of pride and nostalgia. Toxic parents, however, overprotect their children, stunting their development.