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REEK interview with textile queen Emily Millichip about what makes her such a creative and empowering bitch…
How would you describe your job?
Like a questionable mushroom trip in an abandoned theme park. Relentless. Also colourful, creative, exciting and empowering. But relentless. It's like walking a knife edge between total excitement and mischief, and bottomless fear and despair. Not to sound too melodramatic, or illegal.
Do you feel that women are celebrated in your industry? Tell us about some of the women who have inspired your own career?
I would consider my industry to be young internet-based independent labels rather than the traditional/established fashion industry, so yes. I find it impossible to divorce my own personality and identity from my brand because I set it up to express myself, so I can relate to women that have created brands that are extensions of themselves. I love the way that Jen Gotch is a total business powerhouse, but still Instagram Stories herself having an existential crisis, then watching Dolly Parton. I also admire the way that Sophia Amoruso handled the bankruptcy of Nasty Gal, a brand which was built on her personality. She was just like, "Whatever. I've set up this media company now. Bye."
Where do you find inspiration for your own style?
I used to be pretty experimental in my dress and would read a lot of style blogs and do a lot of vintage shopping. I guess these days it's more Instagram and Pinterest, although the demands of my lifestyle are probably my biggest influence. As I get older and busier my tastes have changed, so now I am more minimal punk on a good day, grotty street-rat on a bad day. There are things I used to wear almost daily that I couldn't bear to put on my body now. Full skirts, ruffles, sequins, bows, they are all dead to me. Give me a nice wipe-clean bit of pvc and a white ankle boot, thanks. Although, the other day I saw an elderly woman walking through Holyrood park with a can of Tennent's and a Rottweiler and that was pretty fucking inspiring.
What gender equality causes mean the most to you personally and why?
Bodily autonomy is essential. I am so happy to see the way the narrative regarding consent has evolved over the years. My generation were taught that anything other than an active no is consent, whereas now consent is regarded as an enthusiastic YES. Sexual coercion can be damaging on a much deeper level than we realise. There is an incredible amount of entitlement to woman's bodies, both in and out of the bedroom. Leading on from this I also think it is vital to have access to free reproductive healthcare, safe abortion and aftercare.
What women do you identity with from history to the present day?
Probably all of those nameless women that got stuck in mental asylums for distemper / living an immoral life / reading novels, etc. It's like, GUYS LEAVE US ALONE, WE ARE WRITING THE BUCKET LISTS OF THE FUTURE.
What changes do you think should be implemented to try and encourage more women to go into business and start up their own brands?
Parents of all genders should be banned from asking their adult offspring when they are getting 'proper jobs'. Beyond that, give us cold hard cash.
From your travels what cultures inspire you the most?
The first place outside of books that really inspired me was Berlin. I hitchhiked there when I was 18 and got a lift with these old punks. I remember getting out of the car in Prenzlauer Berg (before they cleaned it up) and entering this other world. It was like being a kid in a candy store, there was so much chaos and fun, but these guys were smart. I think that was one of the first times I really saw the intersection between intellect and style. More recently I have been inspired by the colours and vibrancy of Mexico. I spent time there learning traditional Mexican embroidery, but the thing that ended up inspiring me the most were the tiny shops selling domestic products. I particularly loved the striped rolls of loosely woven cleaning cloth you could buy for about 40p a meter. I ended up making sack dresses out of the stuff with neon orange and neon green through it which obviously confused everyone because they were like, why are you wearing our floor rags?
What are your favourite smells and why?
The sea, because it the one constant in my life and the recipient of all of my hopes, woes, and darkest secrets. Nag Champa because it reminds me of moving to Edinburgh and creating an independent life for myself. I burn it at home all of the time and take it with me when I go travelling. I like heavy sweet scents like jasmine, honeysuckle and vanilla. I literally just remembered that my dad once told me that rapeseed flowers smell like decomposing bodies. That's dark. Moving on, all food.
Are you a bitch, a witch, or a bit of both?
Depends on if you've crossed me, muthafukkaaaa.
What makes you a damn rebel bitch?
My criminal record.
Want more? Of course you do. You can follow Emily's work on her instagram and website
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The upfront mortgage insurance is a fee based on your loan amount. Today, the FHA charges 1.75% of the loan amount. If you borrow $200,000, you would pay $3,500 at the closing. If you don't have the cash to pay at the closing, you can wrap the fee into your loan amount. You don't have to worry about LTV requirements or the county loan limits when it comes to the upfront mortgage insurance either.
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The FHA also offers refinancing options for borrowers. If you have a current FHA loan, you may be able to refinance it with very little verification. The FHA streamline loan allows current FHA borrowers to secure a lower rate, lower payment, or better term all while only verifying their mortgage payment history and proving there is a benefit to the new loan.
If you qualify for the streamline refinance, you may not have to pay the full upfront mortgage insurance amount. This is the case if you refinance within the first three years of taking out the FHA loan. The FHA will give you a 'refund' of your upfront mortgage insurance that you paid on the original loan. They base the refund on the number of months you've had your current FHA loan. The longer you wait, the lower the premium becomes.
You may refinance your FHA loan as soon as six months after taking out the original loan and up to 36 months after taking it. The refund starts at 70% and ends at 10% by the 36th month. The refund you receive directly reduces the amount of premium you owe on your refinanced FHA loan.
How Much is Annual Mortgage Insurance Premium
In addition to the upfront mortgage insurance premium, the FHA charges annual mortgage insurance. The FHA charges the lender that holds your loan the premium once a year. But the lender will divide that fee up amongst the 12 monthly payments you make on your mortgage payment. This helps make the insurance more affordable for you.
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Right now, the annual mortgage insurance on a standard FHA loan with 3.5% down is 0.85% of the loan amount. On a $200,000 loan, that means $1,700 per year or $142 per month. The amount will decrease slightly each year as you pay your principal balance down.
The FHA does have various rates for borrowers that make different down payments than the standard 3.5 percent:
- Down payments of 5% or less and loan amounts less than $625,500 pay 0.85%.
- Down payments between 5% and 10% with a loan amount less than $625,500 pay 0.80%
- Down payments of 10% or more with a loan amount greater than $625,500 pay 0.80% (for 11 years)
- Down payments of 5% or less and loan amounts greater than $625,500 pay 1.05%
- Down payments between 5% and 10% with a loan amount greater than $625,500 pay 1.0%
- Down payments of 10% or more with a loan amount greater than $625,500 pay 1.0% (for 11 years)
These figures pertain to a 30-year loan, which is the most common with FHA loans.
If you opt for a 15-year term, you'll pay the following fees:
- Down payments of 5% or less and loan amounts less than $625,500 pay 0.70% in annual mortgage insurance
- Down payments of more than 5% and loan amounts less than $625,500 pay 0.45% (for 11 years)
- Down payments less 10% and loan amounts greater than $625,500 pay 0.95%
- Down payments between 10% and 22% and loan amounts greater than $625,500 pay 0.70% (for 11 years)
- Down payments greater than 22% and loan amounts greater than $625,500 pay .045% (for 11 years)
The typical FHA borrower pays FHA annual premium for the life of the loan. This differs from conventional loans, where you pay Private Mortgage Insurance as long as you owe more than 80% of the home's value. If the home appreciates or you pay the value down below 80%, you may request elimination of the PMI.
FHA loans don't allow elimination of the mortgage insurance. The only exception is those loans noted above, that are only required to pay PMI for the first 11 years of the loan.
If you don't qualify for the 11-year temporary MIP, you'll pay the insurance for the loan's term. If you want to eliminate it, you would have to refinance out of the FHA loan and into another loan program, such as the conventional loan.
This is a common step for many FHA borrowers. They take the FHA loan when they buy the home because they have less than perfect credit or don't have more than 3.5% to put down on the home. As time passes and their credit score increases, though, they are able to refinance into a conventional loan once they owe less than 80% of the home's value. They can then eliminate the mortgage insurance requirement.

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2nd FIS World Snow Day attracts great interest - 435 events in 39 countries to take place on 20th January 2013
With just 4 days to go, FIS is pleased to officially confirm that 435 organisers in 39 countries will participate in the 2nd edition of FIS World Snow Day on Sunday, 20th January 2013.
Since the registration system opened on the 1st July 2012, each month saw an increase in the number of registrations coming in from Organisers, in comparison to the same period the previous year. FIS's Bring Children to the Snow Coordinator Andrew Cholinski remarked: "By the end of October, the number of registrations had tripled compared to the same time last year. The record number of Organisers shows a great engagement worldwide to 'bring children to the snow' and to have healthy and active children."
Events part of the 2nd World Snow Day on Sunday, 20th January 2013 include a "Mountain in the City" in Quebec, Canada where a hill has been constructed in the city and ski and snowboard lessons will be offered for children. The "World Snow Forum" in Siberia will create a snow city with games and activities for all children. In Raponghi, one of the busiest areas of Tokyo, Japan, a huge a freestyle skiing demonstration will take place and a snow play area will be constructed giving children the chance to play in the snow. In Norway, 99 ski resorts will be opening their doors for free skiing and snowboarding throughout the day.
FIS Secretary General Sarah Lewis commented on the success: 'We are thrilled to have such a fantastic commitment from so many Organisers. Last year we learned a lot from the first edition, and as a result, the programme has been improved to make registering and staging an event even easier."
World Snow Day has the goal of reaching 500,000 participants by the third year of the event. The first edition brought over 200,000 people to snow sports with 225 events across 39 countries. With 435 events in 39 countries participating in the second edition of World Snow Day, the goal is well on track.
For more information and to find out where to join World Snow Day near you, visit www.world-snow-day.com
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Technology is evolving and as we have already seen its impact in different sporting activities. However, it is difficult to say that what we have now is the last of what we will see in the future of sports. The fans almost seem like the possible barriers to the introduction of a new way of making calls, for example, people in the recent world cup were not sure whether to let referee give the last call or leave it to technology.
Some see such intervention as a sign of interfering with the free flow of the game, while for others the intervention is welcome. However, we have to look at beyond such arguments and broaden our view on how technology is helping in data analysis, its influence in stadium construction, and increased interactions in the casinos. Let us look at what will make an impact on sport in 2019 and beyond.
Data Analysis
A single sports event can host numerous amounts of data and information that need processing and their applications used in meaningful ways. Things such as player statistics, changes in climate and its effect on the game, the impact of appointed coaches, and information coming from any aspect of the game is available. What we need to do is find a means of capturing such useful information. For example, the FIFA 2018 world cup proved that collection of such data is possible when referees were able to use video evidence as video referees.
Wearable Technology
A device that can be worn such as a special watch that can give details of an event by tracking different aspects (for example, gather health information) of the wearer or event. Sporting activities need such tracking devices in place. Currently, experts are working on ways that can make them applicable and convenient without altering the players' performance.
Cinemas adopted these flying robots a long time ago. There is a possibility that sports events are looking for ways of bringing in the small planes in broadcasting games to fans. We are still at the debate level on how this can take place bearing in mind that drones can be distractive that will interfere with the fans.
Smart Stadiums
Technology experts are bringing the debate of introducing technologies inside the stadium. A question of fans response still awaits. That being said stadiums have been very slow in the uptake of technology for a very long time. The imaginations around stadiums could be something like having one that pulsates and sends reactions to the game in session. With all the giant screens and LED lights already in the stadium would mean that with such a technology stadium will erupt and lights coming out in "jubilation." If such stadiums were to take effect, it means popularity of eSports will increase and can attract more spectators.
The implementation of sports in different aspects of the game has been to improve the fan experience across many platforms, make it safe for players, and ultimately bring in the game closer to you. Irrespective of its use or impact, technology is taking sports to new heights.
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I regret not having posted for some time, but I've been busily working away at this semester's illustration project. Unlike last year where a two-week turnaround was the norm, this semester focuses on a single integrated project that is designed and illustrated of the course of the class. Exciting, right? Without getting into too much detail at the moment, I've settled on a set of creative writing cards, some with leading images, and some with interesting words and phrases on them. There's a whole interesting back-story about pneumatic tube postal systems and old books and strange writings---I'm still working a lot of it out, but I hope it's going to be grand. I don't quite have a title just yet, but I've been calling it the "salt shaker" project, after a friend's comments. Now that things are beginning to come together I hope to start posting things as they progress.
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Jack And Dan was picked Up By Fox Network.
Who? What?
You're probably wondering what the heck Jack and Dan is? Jack and Dan is about a by-the-book cop who is partnered up with a loser cop whose only redeeming feature is the fact that he performed a heroic deed some years earlier... and hence, why he still has his job.
The reason I'm chatting about Jack and Dan is because it's from Matt Nix, who is better known as the creator and executive producer of USA Network's smash hit, Burn Notice.
Fox picked up a 13-episode order, each episode is an hour long, and will be a bit like Burn Notice. That is, as Nix calls it, an action comedy that showcases how the cops and crooks come together and watching them clash.
The history behind this show is that Nix wrote this almost 10 years ago, with the intent of it becoming a movie. He recently felt it would work better as a series, and the rest is history... or will be.
Now the questions remain: Can Nix replicate what he's done with the chemistry Burn Notice has developed with the viewers but make it different enough to make it feel fresh? And will Fox stick to their guns and not give it the Virtuality treatment where they back out at the last minute and make it a one-shot movie?
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Sean Durzi. For no real reason other than he had similar numbers to Dermott in his Draft+1 year. Also the whole "living a childhood dream" thing.
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Timothy Liljegren seems pretty good. I'd keep an eye on him
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That August Matthews guy seems pretty good
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I like Filip Kral. I think he could be a really solid depth defender in a couple years. He's got good skating and enough offense that his translation to the NHL should be within reach.
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For me, it's Andreas Johnsson. I'm excited to see how he plays with John Tavares.
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Grundström. He seems like a real stud defensively and offensively. Like a more skilled Hyman! Would love to see Babs fall in love with him and utilize him the way he uses Hyman now
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By Megan Harman
As the population of newcomers to Canada continues to grow, new research shows that retailers have an opportunity to tap into this market – especially through e-commerce sales and digital advertising.
A recent study by U.S. media company Oath Inc., in partnership with New York-based advertising company GroupM, zeroed in on Canadian newcomers' media consumption, cultural mindset and shopping attitudes and behaviours. The companies surveyed 935 newcomers from four Canadian provinces, and compared those results with a sample of residents who were born in Canada.
The results reveal that newcomers are far more likely than other Canadians to make purchases online on a regular basis. Specifically, 53% of new Canadians said they make purchases online at least once a week. That compares with 38% of Canada-born respondents.
"Newcomers are significantly more likely to make purchases online," says Shannon Austin, sales data insights manager at Oath.
When it comes to browsing online shopping sites, however, new Canadians lag behind. Of the newcomers surveyed, 52% said they browse e-commerce websites at least once a week, compared to 61% of other Canadians.
"Newcomers are much more transactional," Austin says, "as opposed to a leisurely activity of just browsing for a pastime."
As immigrants settle into life in Canada, many say that buying Canadian products is part of the process of forming a connection to their new country. They are open to trying new brands and products, and they tend to have a positive perception of the brands in Canada, the research suggests.
"New Canadians are significantly more likely to feel that brands in Canada offer better quality," Austin says. "They are less likely to say that they stick to their favourite brands, and they are less likely to know what brands they want when they go shopping."
When making purchasing decisions, price is a key factor for immigrants to Canada.
"Across all the categories, we asked what influences their purchase decisions," Austin says. "We see that price is at top of that list for most things."
That's not the case when they're buying beauty products, however. The research shows that in the beauty category, quality is the top factor influencing the product that newcomers decide to purchase. They're also interested in brand prestige to a greater extent than Canada-born shoppers.
A vast majority of newcomers try new beauty products when they arrive in Canada, the research shows. That's partly because not all of the products they used in their home country are available in the Canadian market, and because the Canadian climate can demand different types of products, Austin says.
"We know that they are switching up their beauty routine," Austin says.
Canadian brands have an opportunity to capture business in this market, Austin says – especially through advertising. When shopping for beauty products, 80% of newcomers said that advertising was one of the top influencing factors in their purchase decision. That compares to just 28% of Canada-born shoppers.
Advertising tends to resonate with Canadian newcomers in other categories, as well. When shopping for groceries, for example, new Canadians pointed to advertising as the most influential factor when deciding which brands of food to buy.
Advertising also drives newcomers online in search of products, the research shows. Of the newcomers surveyed, 60% said they search for items that they've seen advertised at least once a week, compared to 50% of other Canadians.
Since immigrants spend more time on their mobile devices than Canadians born in Canada, on average, mobile advertising could be an effective channel for retailers and brands to reach this market, Austin says. Specifically, 48% of new Canadians said they spend more than three hours on their smartphone every day, compared to 37% of Canada-born respondents.
"Retailers need to keep that in mind when thinking about how to connect with [newcomers]," she says.
Megan Harman is a business reporter based in Toronto. She writes about topics including retail, financial services and technology. Megan covers Toronto's retail industry through her blog Retail Realm (torontoretail.wordpress.com). Follow her on Twitter at @meganmharman.


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Sedona is a luxury destination, known for fine dining, 5-star resorts, indulgent spas and spectacular scenery. But Sedona is also perfect for those on a budget. Why? Many of the best things to do are totally free, like taking photographs of the sunset at the Airport Mesa vortex, driving the Red Rocks Scenic Byway and hiking trails with drop-dead gorgeous views.
7 Free Things to do in Sedona
Photograph Red Rock Country
Drive the Red Rock Scenic Byway
Visit the Chapel of the Holy Cross
Reflect at the Amitabha Stupa and Peace Park
Window Shop at Tlaquepaque Arts and Crafts Village
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1. Photograph Red Rock Country
I think it's impossible to take a bad photo in Sedona, Arizona. The scenery is that beautiful. In fact, there were a few times during my solo road trip that I thought I might drive right off the road because something appeared in front of me that was just knock your socks off gorgeous!
One of the best free things to do in Sedona is to head out with your camera as sunset approaches. The red rocks really come alive at magic hour, including iconic formations like Cathedral Rock, Courthouse Butte and Coffee Pot Rock. Just be aware that popular spots, like the Airport Mesa vortex off Airport Road, have small parking lots that fill up quickly. Get there at least an hour before sunset; a picnic will help you pass the time.
2. Drive the Red Rock Scenic Byway – SR 179
Possibly the best free thing to do in Sedona is to take the 7.5 mile scenic drive along SR 179, also known as the Red Rock Scenic Byway. Even if Sedona isn't your destination, it's an easy detour off of Interstate 17 for travelers heading to and from Flagstaff, Phoenix and the Grand Canyon.
Sedona's iconic red rocks get their color from deposits of iron oxide. Their beauty is on full display along the Red Rock Scenic Byway which is broken up by traffic calming roundabouts. There are a number of exits for scenic vistas. I recommend doing the drive twice, in both directions, so you can appreciate the views along both sides of the road. And switch drivers, so everyone gets a chance to gawk. I was traveling solo, so I stopped often to take in the view.
TravelingMom Tip: Many popular trailheads in Sedona require a Red Rock Pass for parking, but the ones along SR 179 do not. Win!
3. Visit the Chapel of the Holy Cross
At one of the northern roundabouts on the Red Rock Scenic Byway is a sign for the Chapel of the Holy Cross. You'll want to take a few minutes to detour for a visit. Built in 1956, the Chapel is set into the Sedona canyon walls. It's an engineered marvel that seems perfectly in tune with the natural setting.
There are several small parking areas along the steep access road. A volunteer in a golf cart was there when I visited to guide guests to parking spots and to shuttle people from their cars to the Chapel. Several tour companies, including Sedona's popular Pink Jeep Tours, include a stop at the Chapel on their excursions too. No matter your religion, the simple interior of the structure is a quiet place for contemplation and the view of Bell Rock is one of the best. So it's definitely worth it to make the climb to the top.
4. Reflect at the Amitabha Stupa and Peace Park
What's a Stupa? I'm still not sure I really know, but I'm glad I visited during my trip to Sedona. The 14-acre Peace Park is located off of SR 89A in downtown Sedona. A meandering trail, lined with trees adorned with prayer flags, leads to the Stupa, a 36-foot tall Buddhist structure. Visitors are invited to walk around the Stupa 3 times in a clockwise direction, while keeping an intention in mind.
Even if you choose not to participate in the ritual, take a moment to sit in one of the chairs located around the Stupa. It's a wonderful opportunity, during a busy vacation, to reflect for a moment on the beauty surrounding the park. Several people told me that the park attracts wildlife, especially near dusk. If you time it right, maybe you'll run into a flock of Arizona Mountain bluebirds or one of the local wild pigs, called javelinas. I couldn't believe it when one crossed in front of me!
5. Window Shop at Tlaquepaque Arts and Crafts Village
Strolling through the Spanish-style courtyards in the Tlaquepaque Arts and Crafts Village is a pleasant way to spend a Sedona afternoon. Featuring many galleries, shops and restaurants, Tlaquepaque (pronounced Tuh-lah-kee-pah-kee) also has a full calendar of activities making it a popular destination for both residents and visitors.
The drawback? The price tags can be staggering and I was disappointed to discover that some of the goods I was interested in were not made in the area. Finding locally made souvenirs is important to me. So, while I enjoyed seeing Tlaquepaque (and eating an amazing shrimp chimichanga at El Rincon), I was glad I also stopped at the Sedona Arts Center in Uptown Sedona. Featuring the work of local artists, the gallery has a wide range of items for sale and, since the Center is a 501(c)3 not-for-profit, you don't have to pay sales tax. I was able to find some gorgeous beaded and bronze earrings for my daughters that didn't break the bank!
6. Take a Hike
Hiking is what people do in Sedona and I'm sure it has something to do with the super year-round weather and amazing landscape. At home in New York, I have to make an effort to locate trailheads. But not in Sedona. Trailheads are everywhere, even in many housing developments. And you don't need to commit hours to a hike; I found that a 10-minute walk can easily get you from a parking lot to an amazing view. For example, if you're heading north on SR 89A, take a left onto Soldier's Pass and follow it to the trailhead. Within minutes, you're standing at the edge of the Devil's Kitchen Sinkhole – just be careful!
Hiking is an activity for all ages. If you're traveling with little ones, make a pit stop at Sunset Park. Besides a wonderful playground and splash park, it features the very cute Lollipop Trail, a 1/10th of a mile loop. So even the tiniest hiker can say they hiked Sedona!
TravelingMom Tip: Remember, the Arizona sun is strong. Water, sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat help to protect. And don't forget water; the air in Sedona is very dry and it is amazingly easy to get dehydrated.
7. Make Music in Harmony Park
The Sedona Visitor's Center is located off of SR 89A in Uptown Sedona. It is staffed with friendly folks who can help you decide what to do during your stay. Check out area maps and pick up brochures for local attractions, like the Sedona Trolley. Don't forget to take a copy of the Visitor's Guide newspaper – it has current event information and a handy trail map.
A collection of grand chime instruments called the Free Notes Harmony Park is located in a courtyard outside the Visitor's Center. If you're traveling with little ones, they'll appreciate the opportunity to let loose and bang a gong. Heck. I'm a grown-up (sort of) and I got a kick out of it.
Driving in Red Rock Country
It's hard to compete with the Sedona scenery, but my loaner car, a 2018 Toyota C-HR attracted plenty of attention. A compact crossover, the C-HR had plenty of room for my solo road trip. The one I drove featured a zippy two-tone paint combo of radiant green mica and a white roof. I got so many "nice car" comments; it seemed to me that no one could look at the car without smiling.
Standard on every C-HR is Toyota's Safety Sense features including dynamic cruise control. That was a big help as driving conditions changed on my trip from rush hour traffic on the highways outside of Phoenix to the open roads around Sedona.
Another feature I really appreciated was how simple it was to connect my phone to the car via Bluetooth. Within seconds, I was synced and on a conference call. The sound quality was very good for both phone calls and streaming music via Spotify.
The Toyota C-HR – A Zippy "Look at Me" Crossover
I hopped into the backseat to check out passenger legroom. With the driver seat set back to fit 5'7″ me, there was still legroom for someone my size. The backseat does feel a little dark; the rear side windows are smaller than I prefer for light and visibility.
The trunk space is what you'd expect for a sporty SUV; my trip was solo, but my guess is that there's plenty of room for suitcases and carryons for two or a week's worth of grocery bags for a small family.
I drove the XLE model C-HR, with a MSRP of $22,500. In my opinion, the exterior styling, with sharp, diamond-like facets and sporty rims, gave the car the look of a luxury sports car. And it handled well in a variety of conditions. A winter snow squall blew in unexpectedly and I didn't experience any slipping in the wet conditions. I also took it for a spin on a drive up Cleopatra Hill outside Sedona. It climbed to the 5,000 foot elevation smoothly without straining.
The Toyota C-HR attracts lots of attention. So, if you're the shy type, this might not be the car for you. For me, traveling solo, it was a great conversation starter. Chats with strangers that started with "Love your car," ended with great restaurant picks and recommendations for fun free things to do in Sedona!
Want to know more about traveling to Sedona, Arizona? Check out TravelingMom articles about Traveling to Sedona on a Budget and Visiting Sedona with Kids.


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When the gubernatorial candidate I was working for decided he needed to open another office in another part of the state, he put me in charge. I was responsible for seeing to it that the office space was rented for the duration of the campaign, the office was fully staffed, and that the office was set up with the appropriate equipment. This was seven months before the election and it seemed like a waste of campaign funds to purchase new copiers, printers, computers, etc.. After all, my candidate was campaigning on responsible spending; what would his constituents say if he was wasting thousands of dollars on equipment that he would only use for seven months?
That's when I decided to look into rental equipment. I typed "temporary office equipment rentals" into Google, saw Rentacomputer.com at the top and decided to give them a try. I was immediately in touch with a Tech Travel Agent and she let me know how much it would cost for me to rent enough equipment for our small office of fifteen staffers. The quote seemed too good to be true. I hesitantly gave her our location. We were in a somewhat remote location in the Midwest and I just knew she was going to tell me they only deliver to big cities. Wrong! Not only were they able to get the equipment to our location (they deliver all over the United States), but they were able to do it in a timely manner.
Technicians set up everything from our copy machine to our computer network and I made it happen through one point of contact. It was an amazing experience and I will keep this in mind for any future temporary offices I have to set up. For what it's worth, my candidate won and is proudly serving the people of our state. Once the campaign was over, Rentacomputer.com's people picked up the equipment, making our jobs much easier and giving us more time to celebrate.
- Customer Testimonial from Gus Austin, office manager for 2008 state gubernatorial candidate
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8 Of The Best Free Partition Manager Software You Can Use Now
When you have disk partitions on your hard disk, it works like you are having a number of hard disks, though not precisely the same. If there is unallocated hard disk space on your computer, you may make additional partitions out of the unallocated space, if you log in as an administrator. You can generate unallocated space by reducing the partition size or deleting a partition on a hard disk. Here you will get free partition software.
The main reason of having hard disk partitions is to separate operating system files from user files. By storing user files on an allocated partition different from the one which houses the operating system, in case there is a need for operating system reinstallation, user files will remain intact. When you have to prepare for a multiple booting, single disk setup, it is logical to have separate partitions for every system. You can find a number of best free partition manager software which helps in resizing partitions. Some of them are listed below:
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1. GParted Disk Partition
Gparted is much like the GNOME editor, able to delete, copy, resize, create, move, convert, format, explore, unhide and hide partitions in a few clicks. It allows the creation of partition tables and enables and disables separation flags which include hidden and boot.
The partition software is supported by:
- FAT file system which different computer systems use.
- NTFS file system for Windows.
- Portable disks and devices.
Allows for data recovery from lost partitions.
2. EaseUS Partition
The free edition of EASEUS Partition Master helps you create, explore, format, delete and convert partitions. It also aids in resizing, moving, hiding and unhiding the partitions in existence without damaging any data. 'Copy Wizard' availability enables you to upgrade small hard drive partitions into larger proportions. Furthermore, when a partition is highlighted the software enables what relevant task is needed. The software supports a maximum of 4.0 TB space of hard disk and different file systems. It supports:
- Linux file system partitioning.
- Transferring of OS to SSD.
- Merging and wiping unallocated disk parts.
- GPT partition.
- Deletion, recovering, formatting and creation of EXT3 and EXT 2 partitions.
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3. Mini-Tool Partition Wizard
It has a user-friendly interface which makes it a simple platform to use for novice users. Apart from the standard tasks like resizing, deleting, creating, moving and formatting, the software does allow extended tasks like system partitions extensions. Many hard disks like SCSI, IDE, SATA and every external USB drives can be worked on. The recovery wizard offers
- Complete data recovery from previously created disk partitions.
- Massive functionality because it allows access to the previously created partitions (no matter the resource used).
You can select data protection mode when modifying the disks or partitions. The protection mode acts as insurance to data corruption which occurs when there are electrical disturbances or sudden power failures that take place when the software is running.
4. Paragon Partition Manager
The Manager software is available as a free edition and a licensed one. There are extensive features in the licensed version while there are restricted functions in the free version. Basic features given by the Paragon Manager are resizing, copying, creating or deleting partitions.
The wizard software offers:
- Creation of new partitions at suitable hard disk locations.
- Formatting to NTFS system file of the partitions.
- Assignment of a drive letter which becomes accessible in the system.
- Assignment of one unused space of a partition to another.
- An array of data.
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5. AOMEI Partition Assistant
AOMEI is free Window 10 partition management software which helps in the management of complete partitions. It is also supported by Windows Vista, Widows 8.1, Windows XP and Windows 7. It allows a user to:
- Merge partition.
- Resize partition.
- Move partition
- Extend partition.
- Split partition.
- Make bootable CD/drive.
Convert disk between MBR and GPT.
6. Disk Management
This is a default Windows partitioning software which can be utilized to do almost all operations of partitioning without any problem. One can view and manage all drives connected to a computer together with their partitions. Choose a partition then right click it to explore further options like the format, shrink, delete, mirror, change drive paths, letter etc.
This partition software allows you to create and attach the virtual hard disk and rescans disks.
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7. Active Partition Manager
The Manager allows you to create and manage partitions on Windows computers. You can make a partition by the use of unallocated space of your hard drive. With the help of this free partitioning manager, you can:
- Format partition.
- Change partition attributes.
- Edit boot records.
- Delete partition.
- Resize partition.
With the format partition option, you can choose NTFS, exFAT or FAT32 to be the file system. You could also choose allocation size area while formatting the partition. Select a partition to increase or decrease its capacity. For you to increase the partition size, unallocated space needs to be available beforehand. Reduction of partition size creates unallocated space. Attributes of partition like volume label, drive letter and mark partition have to be changed to active.
You can also manage disk image with this software for partitioning. You can open, verify and create a disk image of a computer with this tool.
8. Partitioning Guru
This is amongst the best free partitioning software. You are able to manage divisions of your computers as well as perform various useful actions in the partitioning software. The partitions available are displayed on a list on your computer. View partition properties such as sectors, clusters, free space, capacity, used space, etc. by clicking on a partition.
After choosing either of the above areas, a new window shows up where one can make allocations as they require. You can also select whether to reboot, hibernate, suspend or power off the computer when the operation is through.
The interface displays files, sector edition and partitions in tabs. Sectors of your computer disk are displayed in the Sector Editor.
Other vital features of the partition manager are:
- File recovery.
- Backup Partition.
- Partition Recovery.
- Clone to image file partition.
- Restore from image file partition.
The above-mentioned software allows disk partitioning in an efficient and effective manner. You need not worry if you are not knowledgeable of fixing problems as having small space of disk or manage disk partitions. The above software is sufficient to solve the problems without needing too much information.


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Proud to announce that the new edition of The Petrified Christ has been turned loose on the world today. Unfortunately it's coinciding with the death of my brother in arts, Dave Rosser of the Afghan Whigs, who passed away tonight at the age of 50 from inoperable colon cancer. This man taught me to make the myths, and right now that's all I'm prepared to say, as myself and all of our friends who knew him mourn today in our own way.
With that fitting acknowledgment out of the way, I'd like to report that the book is available right now on TedTorres.com exclusively through Createspace, the Amazon company who I will be working with throughout the duration of the publication of "The Blanket Trilogy" through December of 2017.
Slowly the book will be integrated onto the Amazon.com site, which right now it is proving to be a complicated transition as links to the title continue to go to the previous editions, both paperback and Kindle, the latter of which is a version of this new edition that doesn't exist yet.
Accept no substitutes!
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The city of joy, Kolkata is a melting pot of traditions and cultures of the bygone era. The city prides itself on the modern marvels at the same time holding onto the glory days of the past. This city doesn't stop for anyone, people are in a constant hurry to be somewhere, to reach on time. Very evident from the long traffic jams and the never-ending trail of vehicles waiting at the red signal. As such you need to be aware of the best cab services in Kolkata and the best offers available on cab bookings. Worry not, for we have you covered. You can grab the day to day offers or the festival deals from the best-known cab service providers. Check out the offers we have for you such as the New Year deals, Republic Day offers, Ugadi sale and more before you book a cab.
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The Best Cabs In Kolkata
The public transport is in the form of buses, share-taxis, auto rickshaws, metro, trams and hand-pulled rickshaws (which are a rarity these days). Top it off with cars and bikes on the private transport front. The taxi and auto fares can be exorbitant while the buses are just painfully crowded. The respite comes in the form of cab services and car rental providers that offer comfortable rides at cheap prices.
Wondering which cab service provides the best offers at better rates? Well, we at GrabOn are known to provide latest and exclusive deals on cab bookings. Worry no more, this blog article will provide you a bird's-eye view of the best cab services in Kolkata. Consult this list next time you're booking a cab.
1. First on the list is Uber
Uber offers you bang for the buck cab hailing service in Kolkata. Whether you want to meet your friends at the maidan or go pubbing at Park Circus, you will always have uber at your service, no matter the time of the day or the climate :)
2. The next on the list is Ola Cabs in Kolkata
With the first ride free offer and prompt taxi services, Ola Cabs are a great choice for commuting for the Calcuttans. With categories like Micro, Mini, Sedan and Prime Ola sports samples like Tata Indica, Indigo and Swift Dzire. The prices are reasonable and lowest across all cab services for categories like Micro, however, peak hours demand for 2-2.5 times the base fare.
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3. Mega Cabs promises to give the users the best taxi service in Kolkata
Most preferred cabs in Kolkata, with a fare of Rs 21 per km and a 20% extra on the base fare during 10:00 PM in the night to 5:00 AM in the morning, Mega Cabs prides itself on providing luxury at the cheapest price.
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4. Meru touts itself as the No. 1 radio cab service.
Meru radio taxi, with the introduction of Meru Genie Cabs that charges you for point-to-point travel, a comfortable ride has become even cheaper. The fleet includes mostly hatchbacks the likes of Toyota Liva, Indica Vista, and Ford Figo. Meru Cabs is a viable option for travelers and commuters in Kolkata.
5. Be it cab bookings or car rental, BookMyCab has it all
BookMyCab provides everything from point-to-point travel, Airport and Railway Station Transfer as well as half day and full day packages for commuters in and around Kolkata. The fare rates are Rs 18/km and 20% extra on base fare as night surcharge between 11:00 PM in the night to 5:00 AM in the morning.
6. Clear Car Rental has the best service in Kolkata for Car Rentals
Offering full day, half day rental packages, out of station travel for one way/round, multiple city trip and Airport/Railway station drops, Clear Car Rental has a wide range of cab service and car rental in Kolkata.
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If you have enough time on your hands, are in a mood to haggle and above all want to bask in the old city charm of Kolkata or shall I say Calcutta, then a taxi ride is a must!
Do you agree with this list? Is there any cab service providers in Kolkata we missed out on? Comment below to let us know.


text: 5 UK tours and 1 Italian tour Jessalynn is a force to be reckoned with! She became poling in 2006 and started training on Lyra in 2013. She is a true pioneer in the pole community. She competed in the first USPDF Professional category in 2008, and the 2009 and 2011 USPDF pro division competitions. In September 2013 she won the Professional division, top female at the Supershag Pole Championship in Boston, MA securing her place to compete in the first professional pole competition at Arnold Pole Classic 2014. April 2016, she received an invitation to audition in NYC for Madonna's World Tour. September 2016, she swept the Capital of Texas Aerial Championships in the Professional Lyra division taking home first place, Most Flexible, Best Choreography and Best Tricks. Check out Jessalynn's teaching schedule HERE!


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Zara Atelj
Textile designer Zara Atelj has produced a collection of fabrics based on everyday information, for example the daily flow of news from newspapers being inspiration source for the design of home textiles. Atelj comments: "I want to make textiles that are not only stylish, but also have communicative functions. The designed product is the content itself. My goal is to design textiles that not only look good, but that have multiple levels.What looks like a nice pattern now, should be able to reveal other layers, so that you can also discover things in them when you look at them in a few years." The design for the Flag series is created by counting the names of countries that are in the news and transforming them to various patterns.


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My friend was telling me that her company still looking for manpower so at the moment she's representing the department. So you see she's not in an Acting position. Lucky for her that her GM has make it clear by telling everyone in the meeting as well as distribute the email.
I do hope that her company will soon find the manpower that they are looking for. She is doing multi task at the moment. She has to go as early as 7.30 in the morning and left work only at 8pm in the night.
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Cary's Finest Sometimes Have Four Legs
and a Commanding Bark
By Cheryl Capaldo Traylor | Photo by Blaine Butler
Cary Police Officer Seth Everett starts his day early. Not only does he have to get himself ready, but he also has to make sure his partner is awake, fed, and ready to go. He doesn't mind the extra effort; it's one small part of being the handler in a team comprised of a human and a canine officer. He and Chase, a brindle German Shepherd from Holland, have worked together since 2013, and—except for tufts of fur left behind in the squad car—this team functions much like any pair of human officers would.
Cary's K9 Force
Formed in 2005, Cary's K9 unit has many purposes: tracking missing persons or fleeing suspects, searching for hidden evidence, detecting narcotics, and protecting citizens and police officers.
At 7 years old, Chase is the senior guy on Cary's K9 force, and he is Everett's third canine partner. In addition to Chase, Cary has two other four-legged police officers—Brackeen and Lemm—both named in honor of fallen officers. Cary's trio of K9s are confident, alert, and hard-working. And like human officers, K9s are sworn in, take an oath, and receive a badge. They are also required to have annual certifications through a national certifying organization, the International Police Work Dog Association.
Selection and Training
Selecting a police dog is a serious process that may take a couple of months, although it can sometimes be done in a day. Cary has high selection criteria, and the two things Everett looks for in a dog are a great nose and a high drive. It is also important to see how the dogs react to different environments, such as slippery floors or stairs. He tested 36 dogs before he chose Chase.
The dog's training starts as early as 12 months old, and the initial 14 weeks of in-house training is intense. Everett uses science-based training that is always evolving. Toys are used to motivate dogs to perform a task, and rarely is a correction needed. High praise is an important part of the K9s behavior training.
Police dogs can be trained to sniff out a wide variety of objects including cell phones, thumb drives, drugs, clothes, and bananas. Yes, bananas. Beagles at Miami International Airport are trained to sniff out fruit in accordance with strict agricultural laws. "As long as dogs have the drive, you can train them to do just about anything," Everett says.
Continuous on-the-job training is a must to keep the dog's abilities sharp. K9 programs that work together benefit citizens everywhere, so other departments come to Cary for weekly training classes led by Everett.
Chase in Action
Chase is a dual-purpose patrol dog with special training in tracking and narcotics sniffs, but he also helps out in other ways. "We do anything that any other officer might do," Everett says. Chase might track a suspect to help solve a crime, but he also can track for missing people.
Everett says public appearances and demonstrations are among the most important aspects of Chase's job. The other two Cary K9 teams—Brackeen and Officer Scott McInerny, and Lemm and Officer Justin Platz—also participate in demos. "We love showing the dogs and how they help the community," Everett says. Last year, Chase met more than 6,000 residents during demos. Both kids and adults get to ask questions, and one of the most common is "Can I pet the dogs?" Put simply, the answer is "No." K9s are on duty just like the human police officers working beside them (and we don't pet those officers).
Everett and Chase work well together. However, there are a couple of challenges to having a canine partner. There's the lack of usual human communication. Everett gives Chase's commands in Dutch, the language used since training, and after working together for over five years, they've grown to understand each other well. Chase is also quite furry, so their patrol car can get a little dirty. That's okay with Everett. "The positives outweigh everything else," he says.
Would Everett ever want to go back to having a human partner? He laughs, but doesn't answer. It's obvious he's happy with Chase. "I truly enjoy what I do. I like being a handler," he says. "Chase and I get to help out, and that's what we're all about."
Although Chase belongs to the Town of Cary, he goes home each day with Everett. "He is part of the family," Everett says. When Chase is no longer a working dog, he'll live out his retirement years with Everett's family, and the transition from police dog to family pet will ensue. Asked about Chase's most notable accomplishment as a K9, Everett has a hard time narrowing the list. "He's done so many good things that I would be here talking about him for days," he says. If Chase could talk, he might say the same thing about Everett.


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Choosing Your Baby's Pediatrician
by Jerold Aronson, MD and Susan Aronson, MD
Selecting the right pediatrician for your new baby is an important process which takes both time and thought. Every pediatrician is committed to helping parents raise healthy children with the greatest possible ease, confidence, pleasure and success. In addition, regular visits to the pediatrician are a key part of preventive health care. However, different pediatricians have different approaches, so you may want to interview several candidates before selecting the pediatrician who best suits your family's particular preferences and needs, Conduct this search in your 7th or 8th month of pregnancy so you can make your choice well before the baby arrives.
A good place to start looking for a pediatrician is by asking your obstetrician or primary care physician or by contacting your local children's hospital. Ask friends, relatives, the hospital staff where you plan to deliver or the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) can give you a list of member doctors in your area. You can reach the AAP by calling 1-800-433-9016.
Once you have names of several pediatricians you wish to consider, you should schedule a prenatal appointment with each of them during the final months of your pregnancy. Most pediatricians routinely schedule such preliminary interviews, often at no charge. The pediatrician you select should be a good communicator and treat you like a partner in your child's health care by explaining diagnostic procedures, test results and medications, and by answering your questions.
Before your initial get-acquainted visit, prepare a list of questions about issues that concern you so that you won't forget to ask the pediatrician about them during your visit. This list will help you decide whether you feel comfortable with the pediatrician's policies and philosophy about child rearing. Don't be afraid or embarrassed to ask about any concerns. Here are a few suggestions to get you started:
What are your qualifications and do you have a subspecialty?
Pediatricians are physicians who care for infants, children and young adults. A pediatrician should have graduated from an accredited medical school, and completed an additional three years of training in a pediatric residency. Ask the pediatricians you interview to tell you about their medical schools and residency program training. The initials "FAAP" after a pediatrician's name, means Fellow (member) of the American Academy of Pediatrics. Only board-certified pediatricians who meet specific criteria can become members of this professional organization which sets standards for child health.
How soon after birth will the pediatrician see your baby?
Most hospitals ask for the name of your pediatrician when you're admitted to deliver your baby. However, you should not rely on the hospital to notify that pediatrician, but call him/her yourself as soon as your baby is born. If you have any complications during either pregnancy or the delivery, a pediatrician should examine your baby at birth. Otherwise, the exam can take place anytime during the first twenty-four hours of life. If the doctor at the hospital will not be the pediatrician who will see your baby for ongoing care after you leave, ask how the doctors and nurses at the hospital will share information about the birth with your child's pediatrician.
When will your baby's next exams take place?
Routinely, pediatricians examine newborns and talk with parents before the babies are discharged from the hospital. This examination identifies any problems and gives you a chance to ask questions that have occurred to you during your hospital stay, before you take the baby home. Your pediatrician will let you know when to schedule the first office visit for your baby (usually in the first week or two after the baby leaves the hospital), and what to do if a medical problem develops before then.
When is the pediatrician available by phone?
Many pediatricians have a planned approach to respond to parent questions. Some have specific periods when they prefer that parents call for routine questions. If members of the office staff other than the doctor routinely answer these calls, find out what type of training they have and how to arrange to speak with the doctor if you feel the need for more discussion.
What happens in an emergency?
Find out how the pediatrician handles calls for urgent care. For example, some pediatricians have a nurse advice service available after the office closes. Others share telephone coverage with a group of doctors or have some other arrangement. Find out what hospital the pediatrician is affiliated with. Be sure that you are comfortable with the hospital where your child would be admitted for a serious problem, and that your insurance would cover the hospitalization at that facility.
Who "covers" the practice when your pediatrician is unavailable?
If your physician is in a group practice, it's wise to meet the other doctors, since they may treat your child in your pediatrician's absence. In addition, meet the office staff as you will be interacting with them frequently. Even when a pediatrician practices alone, they usually have an arrangement for coverage with other doctors in the community. Your pediatrician's answering service may automatically refer you to the doctor on call, but it's still a good idea to ask for the names and phone numbers of all the doctors who take these calls—just in case you have trouble reaching your own physician.
If your child is seen by another doctor at night or on the weekend, you should check in by phone with your own pediatrician the next morning (or on a Monday). This phone call will give you a chance to bring your child's record up to date and reassure yourself that everything is being handled as your pediatrician would recommend.
How often will the pediatrician see your baby for checkups and immunizations?
The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends checkups at birth, in the first week, by one month, and at 2, 4, 6, 9, 12, 15, 18 and 24 months, and annually after that, except for two year intervals between six and ten years of age. Ask whether your pediatrician works with a physician's assistant or nurse practitioner. If so, ask who you should expect to be involved in your child's care and how often your child will see the pediatrician.
What are the costs for care?
Your pediatrician should have a fee structure for the routine hospital and office visits and for special services such as after-hours visits or extended consultations. Find out if the fee for routine visits includes immunizations. Check what your insurance covers and what you will have to pay.
After you interview the pediatrician, ask yourself how you feel about what you have learned. You must feel comfortable with the office routines, the location and general atmosphere of the office. You must be able to trust the pediatrician and those who work in the pediatric office where you will take your child for care.
Once your baby arrives, the most important "test" of a pediatrician is the care your child receives and the way your concerns are handled. If you are unhappy with any aspect of the treatment you and your child are receiving, talk to the pediatrician directly about the problem. Give the pediatrician a chance to address your concerns properly. However, if after a reasonable effort, the problem simply cannot be resolved, arrange to change pediatricians.
Editorial provided by Jerold Aronson, MD, and Susan Aronson, MD, pediatricians at St. Christopher's Hospital for Children in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Susan Aronson is also member of the board of Directors of the American Academy of Pediatrics.


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Bitten By A Radioactive Bottle Of White Lightning
(You'll have to wait until the end of the show to get that one!)
In this week's episode of The Fantasticast, Steve Lacey and Andrew Leyland encounter the following:
- A Galactus so hungry he'd consider eating an Iceland prawn ring
- A new addition to the Superman Returns title sequence
- A Psycho-Man even more pointless than you might expect
- The Silver Surfer trying his hand at reassuring a hysterical pregnant woman
All this, and more, as we cover Fantastic Four #77!
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Yesterday we talked about how loving God takes 7 days a week. We put so much effort into Sunday's that we often don't realize we neglect the other 6 days. Jesus wants you to know Him. He wants you to spend time with Him.
Jason and I talked about some resources during service that might help you with being more intentional Monday-Saturday when it comes to spending time with Jesus, and sharing your faith down. Here is just a short list of some things that were mentioned during the service. Also don't forget that Small Group sign-ups is right around the corner!
Deuteronomy 6:4-9New International Version (NIV)
4 Hear, O Israel: The Lord our God, the Lord is one.[a] 5 Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength. 6 These commandments that I give you today are to be on your hearts. 7 Impress them on your children. Talk about them when you sit at home and when you walk along the road, when you lie down and when you get up. 8 Tie them as symbols on your hands and bind them on your foreheads. 9 Write them on the doorframes of your houses and on your gates.


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I have to admit to being distracted lately. I wanted to use this summer to go through the Bible study questions in Beckoned by the King and it is already the end of August and I am only on chapter two.
God is up to something in me though so I am just going with it!
This chapter includes Psalm 119: 1-16 ~ "Beth" which is all about keeping our temples pure and holy.
Psalm 119: 1 How can a young man keep his way pure? By keeping it according to Your Word.
Psalm 119: 14 I have rejoiced in the way of Your testimonies, as much as in all riches.
Even in my feelings of distraction I am considering and answering the question,
"How much importance do you place in keeping a regular time where you draw away just to spend time with the Lord? Have you created a special place to spend time with Him and do you frequently meet with Him there?"
I do have a special room at home that is mine. Set apart just for study and soaking, praises and prayer. But I haven't been spending much time in there lately. My feelings of distraction have been unsettling. It has been hard to sit still, hard really to accomplish anything and it blesses my heart to understand that HOPE has been busy replacing fear and dread.
I realized the other day that HOPE has distracted me. HOPE. A word so nebulous and hard to describe, a word that is not a physical substance, yet something we can hold onto, and experience a soaring in our hearts because we will not let go of HOPE.
That "C" word can suck the life right out of you and I know many of you are all too familiar with that feeling. Something stronger than the sucking rises up though and in my spirit I hear,
"hope thou in God my soul, hope thou in God!"
And it makes me laugh because I don't even read the King James Version, nor do I think that way. However, somewhere I read it in the KJV and that is how the Holy Spirit brings it back to my remembrance. I begin to remember and speak out the promises of God. The atmosphere in my heart undergoes a change.
I go to the backyard to pick my raspberries and He speaks to me there by the prickly bushes. Up close, my bushes don't seem to be yielding much fruit. Up close, standing straight the berries are hard to see.
He whispers to my heart to remember what He spoke to me last year.
Those words thunder in my heart and I know…I know the comfort and strength of His presence. I know the reality of Emmanuel, God with me. He is pure love and grace all mixed into Holy holy holy is the Lord God Almighty. Love and grace covering us with mercy and loving-kindness, the oil of joy poured out to replace sadness and the garment of praise as He removes the cloak of heaviness.
His words ring loud in my ears,
"I have brooded over you as a mother hen broods over her chicks. I have busied Myself with your every need; I have delighted in fulfilling the desires of your heart. I have shown you my care and faithfulness.
I have brooded over you. I have protected you from harm. I have been your place of refuge, safety and rest. I have brooded over you and have watched over you as you grew. I know the measure of your stature, the growing love within your heart.
You are Mine forever, the commitment of My love for you is shown by My nail scarred hands and feet. Never doubt My love. My love for you held me upon the Cross – My blood ran down for you.
I have brooded over you; I love to satisfy your every need. You have brought your needs to Me and I have given you fresh water and manna as you come. You have fed on Me and found Me faithful.
I know your circumstances have been difficult. I have set you and your experiences apart, in order that My purposes for you and My character are formed in you. Choose to delight yourself in Me and I will give you the desires of your heart.
Bend low
Lift your gaze – do you see Me?
I am the Vine; you are one of these branches. One branch connected to another, all connected to Me.
Bend low, bend lower still
Lift your gaze – do you see Me?"
Yes I do! I see You standing over, reaching down. The wind of Your breath rustles the branches.
Rustles me, rustles my heart
I bend low, Your wind blows the branches and they bend. The leaves blow back, the fruit that was hidden is now in clear sight.
I see fruit in places I couldn't see before! These branches, my branch seemed so sparse at the start of the season. Leaves have grown. The ripened fruit has not dropped to the ground.
The wind, rain and storms have battered this bush; the fruit has remained, ripening in the heat of the sun.
Hidden from view as I stand and look long, I hear You say,
"Bend low, lift your gaze. Bend low, your fruit has ripened. Bend low, your fruit has matured throughout the storms.
My word has watered and strengthened your soul so the fruit you bear would withstand the force of the storms.
You have bent low, clung to Me, found the essence of your life in Me.
You are coming out of the wilderness, strong, leaning on your Beloved.
Lift your gaze; see the fullness of My love and goodness."
Beloved, will you seek the face of God with me to discover if there is anything holding you back from experiencing and entering the fullness of His joy? I have been discovering fear, dread, hopelessness have been trying to take hold in my life. The Lord has been faithful to shine the light of His Word upon my path and in the discovery there is an uncovering. Freedom is coming in greater degrees as I allow myself to be covered by His grace and love.
Remembering with you that we have been,


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Hannah Russell is part of the squad taking part in the Dublin 2018: World Para Swimming Allianz European Championships in one month's time. Here we get to know the double Paralympic Champion a bit better.
Hometown: Ottershaw
Biggest achievement: Winning Gold in World Record time at Rio in the 100m Backstroke and achieving my MBE
Do you have any superstitions before competing? I always have Spag Bol before a race and always have my goggles underneath my hat.
What would you be doing if you weren't a swimmer? Travelling the world
Where do you keep your medals? In socks in drawers
How do you spend your downtime? Sleeping and recovering
Sweet or savoury? Sweet
Dream holiday location? Maldives
What is your dream car? VW Beetle
Who is your biggest fan? My family
What do people say when they find out what you do for a job? They are usually in awe of what I do
Do you support any other sports/ teams? Scotland Rugby and London Scottish RFC


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After receiving a message that a single Snow Bunting had been found feeding on some rough ground in Scarborough's North Bay I thought I would go and take a look to see if it was still showing. To my surprise I found the bird blending in to it's surroundings, but it wasn't long before unfortunately it was flushed by a dog walker.
I eventually I relocated the bird further along the coastal path on the grassy area of a Crazy Golf Course which was out of use through the Winter months. With a little bit of stealth fieldcraft I managed to get very close and before I knew it by just sitting very quietly the Snow Bunting was feeding at my feet. These birds are known to be quite tame if you approach them slowly and with caution not to disturb them as they are feeding. You will find that they are quite nervous birds in flocks, but if you come across individual birds like this one then you can be lucky to get exceptionally close views.
I went back to the area the following day because the light had improved and even the sun had made an appearance on this cold Winter's morning. To my amazement the little fellow was still feeding on the Crazy Golf Course so again I just sat down nearby and let the bird stroll on up to me. Once again it got flushed by a dog walker before landing on the sea defence wall with a few Turnstone before eventually flying back to the grassy area to carry on feeding.
These little beauties visit our shore late Autumn and through the Winter months from Scandinavia and Greenland and can be seen sometimes in large numbers along the Yorkshire Coast. This bird is in Winter plumage, but I think they are still stunning birds in which I just love the small yellow bill designed to nibble at seeds and to occassionally catch small insects.
So next time you visit the coast in Winter, always check the coastal paths and fields and you may just be lucky to stumble across some feeding Snow Buntings of your own.


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MWSA Review
Firefight on Vietnam Brown Water is war seen through the eyes of a scared young man. Al Lupo is a football star at a small college in Pennsylvania, and safe from the draft. But a paperwork error sees him drafted, so he opts for the Navy to avoid being a grunt. His first two years in service are spent in Florida working in air traffic control, but his life gets turned upside down when he receives orders to Vietnam and to SWIFT boats. Having never seen more violence than a college football game, the young Lupo makes a vow to do whatever it takes to get home in one piece. Will it be enough?
This story is obviously well researched, and the author did an excellent job of putting experiences from several interviewed SWIFT veterans into the story (among the interviewed veterans was her husband). It portrays the rigors of combat and the rawness of being in a combat zone accurately, but without being overly gory or profane. It is a relatively easy read, and contains a helpful glossary and a short but well done picture section. I especially like the author's note at the end, where she explains her reasons for writing the book.
Vietnam veterans in general and SWIFT or PBR veterans in particular will relate significantly to this book, but anyone who reads it will learn a lot about this little-known aspect of the Vietnam War.
Reviewed by: Rob Ballister (2010)
Author's Synopsis
Al Lupo, an 18 year old college freshman with a passion for football, lives in a small town near Pittsburgh. He is living his father's dream--playing football, when he is drafted. His world falls apart as he loses his girlfriend and is deprived of his chance to please his father. To avoid serving in Vietnam, Al joins the Navy. Yet, he is ordered to serve on a 50-foot SWIFT boat on the dangerous brown-water rivers of Vietnam, which puts him in the middle of war. He is faced with learning new skills, excelling despite the disdain of officers for enlisted men, living through daily uncertainties, and surviving the war.
With historically accurate scenes and action, this is a different view of the Vietnam War. The story centers on one small crew of men fighting for their country on a small boat in a primitive wilderness environment where rivers are the only roads.


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In particular, Woodman credits Microsoft's close partnership with Wacom, a company best known for its stylus tablets and displays, for the progress with Windows Ink so far. That allowed the two companies to build a sensor that "essentially allows you to go between pen protocols." For computer makers, that's helpful since it lets them choose between different pen protocols. Basically, it let Microsoft open up the market for styluses, just like Windows did for PCs decades ago.
Now, Woodman says retailers are selling twice as many pen-capable machines, compared to those that don't have them. 43 percent of consumers with stylus machines are also using their pens monthly, according to Microsoft's stats. Given just how well they're taking off, though, it's surprising that Microsoft chose to make the Surface Pen an additional $100 purchase for the Surface Laptop, Pro and upcoming Book 2.
Windows Ink's integration with Microsoft Office is a clear example of how stylus support can breathe new life into programs we've used for years. In Word and PowerPoint, you can use a stylus to edit documents as if you were marking up paper. And, as you can imagine, having a more natural input mechanism is a big help for OneNote. It's not only useful for jotting down your thoughts, but you can also use it for recording complex math equations — the sort of thing that would be tough to type out on a keyboard. OneNote can also convert your handwritten equation into something formatted for a computer, and you can then have it evaluate an equation, factor it and graph it.
It was a long road getting here, though. The first "Tablet PCs" powered by Windows XP (like the Compaq on the right) were woefully underpowered, heavy and generally just hard to use. It was difficult enough to get them to do basic Windows tasks, so there wasn't much chance consumers would spend time with their styluses. There were also some early digital pens available for Windows 8. Really, though, it took the launch of the Surface 2 and Pro 2 for us to really see what a stylus could do in Windows. The Surface Pen was light, responsive and simply felt good to use. Microsoft steadily refined it with future Surface models, giving us better tips and more pressure sensitivity.
Even after the launch of Windows 10, it took over a year for Microsoft to make stylus support truly meaningful with last year's Anniversary Update. That introduced Windows Ink and its accompanying software, including built-in sticky notes and a sketchpad. More importantly, it also gave Microsoft's partners more of a reason to bundle styluses with their computers. Apple entered the fray with the iPad Pro's Pencil in 2015, which is a decent stylus, but is only useful in a few creative apps. And you can forget about seeing it in MacOS anytime soon — Apple is focusing its touchscreen efforts entirely on iOS.
Embracing a new type of computing creativity seems a bit out of character for Microsoft — at least, the pre-Satya Nadella Microsoft. But the timing for the company's change of heart makes sense. Thanks to faster and more efficient computing hardware, it's finally turning its stylus ambitions into a reality. And more importantly, consumers and computer makers are finally paying attention.
"On some level, we have a responsibility to solve the challenges customers are facing," Woodman said. "Now, watching 3D objects in Powerpoint [via the Fall Creator's Update] is mind boggling. Not because you see it in 3D, but because it saves you infinite steps. I think Pen has the same type of promise. It's more about just feeling like you have that permission to go beyond the boundaries of how people have defined the products so far."