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If your grandparent is anything like our grandparents, they're not the most savvy when it comes to social media. It's understandable, right? What with the small print and the buttons. Oh, the buttons. There are likes and friending and filters and yellow smiley faces. And don't even get them started on Twitter, what with the piddly 140-character limit, not to mention all those pound keys. What's that all about anyway?
At least, that's what we assume Queen Elizabeth wondered aloud when she decided to hop on Twitter and show the world just how amazing and technologically advanced she can be.
Her Majesty sent out a thank you message to all her supporters. And it was amazing.
I am most grateful for the many digital messages of goodwill I have received and would like to thank you all for your kindness. Elizabeth R.
— The Royal Family (@RoyalFamily) June 21, 2016
Um, "digital messages?" Adorbs. And of course she signed it. Such a lovable grandma thing to do. Or in her case, great-grandma.
And in case you were wondering whether or not that tweet really came for her, or was actually just someone tweeting for her, let the palace reassure you that this was all the Queen.
This tweet was personally sent by Her Majesty The Queen
— The Royal Family (@RoyalFamily) June 21, 2016
OK, so the first tweet was personally sent by her but was this one? Probably not. As soon as she was done, you know she handed that tablet back to one of her staffers and let them do the rest. Because if you can, why wouldn't you? #AdorableGreatGrandmum #QueenAt90 #90IsTheNew30
The Queen has tweeted to thank all who have sent messages of goodwill on social media for her Birthday #Queenat90 pic.twitter.com/twpdSJeGXf
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Mithril is a fictional metal found in the writings of J. R. R. Tolkien, which is present in his Middle-earth, and also appears in many other works of derivative fantasy. It is described as resembling silver but being stronger and lighter than steel. The author first wrote of it in The Lord of the Rings, and it is retrospectively mentioned[1] in the third, revised edition of The Hobbit in 1966. In the first 1937 edition, the mail shirt given to Bilbo Baggins is described as being made of "silvered steel".[1]
The name mithril comes from two words in Tolkien's Sindarin language—mith, meaning "grey", and ril meaning "glitter".[2]
In The Fellowship of the Ring, the wizard Gandalf explained mithril to others while passing through Moria:
Mithril! All folk desired it. It could be beaten like copper, and polished like glass; and the Dwarves could make of it a metal, light and yet harder than tempered steel. Its beauty was like to that of common silver, but the beauty of mithril did not tarnish or grow dim.[2]
The Noldor of Eregion made an alloy out of it called ithildin ("star moon"), which was used to decorate gateways, portals and pathways. It was visible only by starlight or moonlight. The West Gate of Moria bore inlaid ithildin designs and runes.[2] It is implied at one point that the "moon-letters" featured in The Hobbit were also composed of ithildin.
In Tolkien's Middle-earth, mithril is extremely rare by the end of the Third Age, as it was now found only in Khazad-dûm. Once the Balrog destroyed Khazad-dûm, the kingdom of the Dwarves in Moria, the only source of new mithril ore was cut off. Before Moria was abandoned by the Dwarves, while it was still being actively mined, mithril was worth ten times its weight in gold.[2] After the Dwarves abandoned Moria and production of new mithril stopped entirely, it became priceless.
There are indications that it was also found in Númenor[3] and in Aman.[4]
The mithril-coat[edit]
The most notable item made of mithril in the works of Tolkien is the "small shirt of mail" retrieved from the hoard of the dragon Smaug, and given to Bilbo Baggins by Thorin Oakenshield.[1] Gandalf says the value of this mithril-coat was "greater than the value of the whole Shire and everything in it".[2]
"Also there is this!" said Bilbo, bringing out a parcel which seemed to be rather heavy for its size. He unwound several folds of old cloth, and held up a small shirt of mail. It was close-woven of many rings, as supple almost as linen, cold as ice, and harder than steel. It shone like moonlit silver, and was studded with white gems.
Bilbo wore the mithril shirt during the Battle of the Five Armies,.[1] He donated it to the Mathom-house, a museum in Michel Delving. However he later reclaimed it, and took it with him when he left the Shire for his journey to Rivendell. There, some years later, he gave the shirt to Frodo Baggins when the younger hobbit embarked on his quest in The Lord of The Rings. Frodo wore the mail underneath his tunic and other shirt unbeknownst to the rest of the fellowship. The mail saved Frodo's life when he was hit by a spear thrust from an orc during the battle in the Chamber of Mazarbul, and again when an orc-arrow struck him while escaping Moria.[2] Later, it protected him from another orc-arrow while crossing the River Anduin.[5] In the Lord of the Rings film, Frodo is speared once (wielded by a cave troll) but survives much to the disbelief of the Fellowship. Upon opening his tunic he reveals the mithril mail much to the amazement of Gimli and Aragorn.
When Sam Gamgee believed Frodo to be dead outside Shelob's Lair, he left the shirt with Frodo. Frodo was taken by the orcs, who fought over the shirt. Frodo was saved, but one of the orcs escaped with the shirt. The shirt was, along with Frodo's other possessions, shown to Frodo's allies at the Black Gate to falsely imply that he was captured. Gandalf took the shirt and other tokens, but refused any offer of parley. In the film Return of the King the shirt is presented by the Mouth of Sauron as false evidence that Frodo was killed.
At the end of the story, Frodo wore the shirt at the celebrations and on the trip home. The shirt saved his life one more time when Saruman, who had taken over the Shire, tried to stab Frodo after Frodo had spared his life.[6]
Other mithril objects in Tolkien's writings[edit]
Searching through the closets of Orthanc, King Elessar and his aides found the long lost first Elendilmir, a white star of Elvish crystal affixed to a fillet of mithril. Once owned by Elendil, the first King of Arnor, it was an emblem of royalty in the North Kingdom. After Elendil fell in the War of the Last Alliance, his eldest son Isildur ascended to the throne. On his journey back to the northern capital of Arnor, his retinue was ambushed by orcs. Isildur tried to escape by jumping into a river but was killed by arrows. Saruman may have found his body there, and taken the Elendilmir from it. A replica was made, which was used by Isildur's successors up to the re-establishment of the kingdom (reunited with Gondor) by Elessar. He thus used both, using one or the other on certain occasions.
Nenya, the Ring of Power possessed by Galadriel, was made of mithril.
The guards of the citadel of Minas Tirith wear helmets of mithril, "heirlooms from the glory of old days". As a result, the citadel guards are the only soldiers in Gondor that still bear the emblems of the lost kings during the days of the stewards.
As Aragorn's ships sail up the Anduin to relieve the besieged Minas Tirith during the War of the Ring, the standard flying on his ship shows a crown made of mithril and gold.
After Gimli became lord of Aglarond, he and his Dwarves forged great gates of mithril and steel to replace the gates of Minas Tirith, which were broken by the Witch-king of Angmar.
Greatest of all, according to legend, was the ship of Eärendil, Vingilótë, which he sailed into the sky, making the gleam of truesilver visible to the world as the Evening and Morning Star. From the Song of Eärendil, written by Bilbo and Aragorn, "A ship then new they built for him of mithril and of elven-glass".[4]
Outside Tolkien's writings[edit]
The name "mithril" or similarly spelled variations (mith, mithral, mythril, and others) is present in other fictional contexts influenced by Tolkien.[7] Since 2003, mithril has been the "inspiration and metaphor for the MIThril project", a "next-generation wearables research platform" at MIT.[8] Heavy metal music with expressly fantasy-themed lyrics is sometimes called "heavy mithril".[9] Mithril is also used as a metal tier in the online MMORPG RuneScape and its old school variant. Mithral is also mentioned in the Forgotten Realms books written by R.A. Salvatore which focuses in the world of the Dark Elves, Dwarves, and the other Underdark cities/worlds.
See also[edit]
- ^ a b c d Tolkien, J. R. R. (1937), Douglas A. Anderson (ed.), The Annotated Hobbit, Boston: Houghton Mifflin (published 2002), ISBN 0-618-13470-0
- ^ a b c d e f Tolkien, J. R. R. (1954), The Fellowship of the Ring, The Lord of the Rings, Boston: Houghton Mifflin (published 1987), "A Journey in the Dark", ISBN 0-395-08254-4
- ^ Unfinished Tales, Part 3, Ch 1, The Disaster of the Gladden Fields: Notes, Note 31
- ^ a b Tolkien, J. R. R. (1954), The Fellowship of the Ring, The Lord of the Rings, Boston: Houghton Mifflin (published 1987), "Many Meetings", ISBN 0-395-08254-4
- ^ Tolkien, J. R. R. (1954), The Fellowship of the Ring, The Lord of the Rings, Boston: Houghton Mifflin (published 1987), "The Great River", ISBN 0-395-08254-4
- ^ Tolkien, J. R. R. (1955), The Return of the King, The Lord of the Rings, Boston: Houghton Mifflin (published 1987), "The Scouring of the Shire", ISBN 0-395-08256-0
- ^ "mithril | Definition of mithril in English by Oxford Dictionaries". OxfordDictionaries.com. Retrieved 12 April 2019.
- ^ "Frequently Asked Questions". MIThril project. Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Retrieved 19 November 2012.
- ^ Gibbons, William (2018). "Little harmonic labyrinths: baroque musical style on the Nintendo Entertainment System". Recomposing the Past: Representations of Early Music on Stage and Screen. Routledge. Chapter 8. ISBN 978-1-315-26825-5.


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Adult Film Starlet Maddy O'Reilly to Make Full Directing Debut with Maddy O'Reilly's Submission for Deviant Entertainment
30.04.2014 | Los Angeles, Californis, USA – Star of Elegant Angel 'Slutwoman', Maddy O'Reilly will make her full directing debut with 'Maddy O'Reilly's Submission' for Deviant Entertainment. The film will begin shooting at the end of April and released this summer. With the guidance of Deviant Entertainment's A. Slayer, Maddy looks to take her lust for rough, boy/girl sex to an exciting new level.
"It is so exciting to be involved in directing this film for Deviant," says Maddy. "I have worked very hard with Slayer to book the right talent, find the right locations, and make sure I get the most out of everyone involved. There is a lot of pressure with making my directorial debut, but I am beyond excited with this opportunity."
"Maddy and I have very similar tastes in what's hot in porn and she has some really great ideas," said Deviant Entertainment director A. Slayer. "It's her time to make the next step to directing those ideas. Deviant Entertainment is all about niche stuff that focuses on dominant, aggressive sex, and I know Maddy will not only deliver but push her actors as well."
Having recently filmed her first DP and DV for Elegant Angel, Maddy's fearless style has caught the attention of many industry players. She is slated to star in other upcoming films by Deviant Entertainment 'ElectroDom'. All Deviant Entertainment titles are exclusively distributed by Metro Distributors.
Maddy currently stars in the feature 'FemDomination' through Deviant, with industry sensationsSkin Diamond, Alina Li, Mia Lelani, Lana Violet, Eva Angelina, Cindy Starfall, and Tia Cyrus.
"Maddy is like the Midwestern girl next door," added A. Slayer. "She has a smoldering sex appeal that is off the charts, and she always gives 100% in any scene she is in."
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10 Ways to Tap into Your Creativity
Whether it's painting a mural, writing poetry or making a floral arrangement, experts and patients agree: the creative process can reduce stress levels, boost self-esteem and change outlooks. Read on for some ideas to tap into your creativity.
1. Rethink your definitions.
Being creative isn't just about art. "You're also creative when you garden, participate in a book club or work as a volunteer," says Karmeen Kulkarni, M.S., R.D.
2. Forget talent and focus on interest.
"You don't need major talent. Just do something you enjoy," Kulkarni says. For instance, even changing the way you organize your closet can be a creative process.
3. Focus on the activity, not the result.
When you do something creative, the process is what's important, not the product. Accept that the results may seem imperfect to you or others, and simply enjoy what you're doing.
4. Commit a regular time to creative pursuits.
Allot an hour every day or once a week to ensure you follow through.
5. Enlist others as your muses.
Take an art class or join a knitting club. Sharing your passions with others can inspire you.
6. Shake up your routine.
Make small changes in your daily drill to prod you to think in new ways.
7. Think like a child.
Small children are naturally creative in whatever they do. "Watch how they are with freedom and laughter," says clinical social worker Wendy Satin-Rapaport, Psy.D. Strive to be childlike-uninhibited, natural and funny.
8. Take a class.
Look for adult education classes, museum lectures or college courses where you can learn something new.
9. Look for humor.
"Laughter gives you a fresh and humorous perspective on life," Satin-Rapaport says. Watch a funny movie. Spend time with people who make you smile.
10. Make life an artful adventure.
When you're going through a challenge or difficult time, channel your creativity to get through it. Journal about a challenge, improvise a skit about a frustrating situation, or make up song lyrics to describe your feelings about a particularly bad day. Following a creative passion can be both relaxing and rejuvenating at the same time. "Stepping back and stepping away can provide a new perspective and power up your energy level," says Satin-Rapaport. "Creativity shows you different possibilities and can inspire optimism."


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What is shared web hosting?
Shared web hosting is where your website is hosted on one server with anywhere from 1 to 100 other websites. Shared web hosting accounts are limited in features, but are generally ideal for people just getting started in web hosting. For example, with a shared web hosting account, you have limited control over your web hosting account. Limited control is not necessarily a bad thing. Most shared web hosting companies give you plenty of control over over your web hosting account to publish a website, create email addresses, check email, upload files, create databases, and install software such as a blog, cms, forum, and so on.
Security and your shared web hosting account
There's a difference in the security of your shared web hosting account and the security of your visitors purchasing items on your website or providing you with personal information. Since your web hosting account is residing on the same server with hundreds of other shared web hosting accounts, your website is more vulnerable than if you had your own virtual private server, virtual dedicated server, or managed dedicated server.
If you plan on offering products and services on your website or asking visitors for personal information, you need to purchase and install a 128-bit SSL security certificate.
Shared web hosting uptime
Since shared web hosting accounts reside on servers with hundreds of other web hosting accounts, they are more likely to be have service interruptions and possible downtime. If one of the web hosting accounts runs a script that utilizes 100% of the server's resources, your website will go down. Your website will stay down and offline until the data center technicians finds the rogue account and stop the script from running. This process can take anywhere from a few minutes to several hours. There may be additional harm caused by the rogue account that may take more time for the server to be available again.
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By Caleb Scott
ADA — The No. 24-ranked Ohio Northern women's basketball team fell to No. 2-seeded Marietta 85-68 on Saturday afternoon in the Ohio Athletic Conference Tournament Championship game at the ONU Sports Center.
The Polar Bears fall to 23-5 overall, while the Pioneers move to 24-4 and earn the OAC's automatic bid to the 2018 NCAA Div. III Women's Basketball tournament with the victory.
Senior Amy Bullimore (Morrow/Little Miami) led the way for Northern with a game-high 24 points and a team-best nine rebounds.
Junior Jenna Dirksen (Beavercreek/Carroll) added nine points, five assists and three steals for Northern and senior Courtney Cramer (Arcadia) tallied nine points.
Bullimore and sophomore Emily Mescher (Maria Stein/Marion Local) were named to the All-Tournament Team.
After trailing by as many as 14 points in the first half, Northern would cut the deficit to 40-36 at the intermission.
The two teams would exchange missed buckets to start the second half before a 3-pointer from Cramer and back-to-back layups from Bullimore gave ONU its first lead of the contest at 41-40 since the 6:32 mark of the first quarter.
ONU and Marietta would exchange leads over the course of the third quarter before back-to-back jumpers from Dirksen and a 3-pointer from senior Alexis Kirkbride (Zanesville/Bishop Rosecrans) gave Northern its largest lead of the second half at 55-49 with 2:05 remaining in the third quarter.
After an MC 3-pointer with 5 seconds left in the third quarter cut the lead to 55-53, Amisha Herd stole the ensuing inbound pass and completed an and-one to give Marietta a 56-55 edge heading into the final period.
A layup from Mescher knotted the game at 59-all with 7:47 left in the contest before Marietta used a quick 7-0 run to take a 66-59 lead.
Northern would get as close as three points with 5:07 left in the contest, but Marietta would go 6-of-6 from the free throw line down the stretch to seal their victory.
The Polar Bears shot 27-of-53 (50.9 percent) from the field and 7-of-16 (43.8 percent) from 3-point range, while the Pioneers were 26-of-59 (44.1 percent) from the field, including 13-of-27 (48.1 percent) from 3-point range.
ONU outscored the visitors 35-26 in points in the paint.
The Polar Bears will await the NCAA III Selection Show on Monday, Feb. 26 at 2:30 pm to see if they earn an at large bid to the 2018 NCAA Div. III Women's Basketball Tournament.


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Today i will compare two old but very useful hardware sequencers. The Oberheim DSX and the Roland MSQ – 700. I've posted a lot of ASCII about the DSX before so this post will focus mainly the Roland MSQ – 700.
Previous Reading on the Oberheim DSX:
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In or around 1983 while Oberheim was refining and updating the DSX Roland released the MSQ-700 It was the world's first MIDI-compatible sequencer!
This is not to say it's better. The DSX kicked the MSQ – 700's bottom in the features department. But the MSQ – 700 offered some great features in it's own right. Here's a run down:
1, 8 tracks of full MIDI Data or DCB recording and playback. ( only one or the other sadly not both simultaneously! )
In MIDI mode Each track could have a full 16 channels of data and all associated controllers. Very inclusive and very cool. You could have a full multipart song sequence on each track for live performance purposes. You could also mix or merge from one track to another and quantize tracks after they are recorded non destructively via quantizing while bouncing them to an open track.
2, The MSQ – 700 can sync internally or externally via MIDI, DIN Sync, or from time code on a tape.
3, It's built like a tank, solid steel all but for the side panels which are plastic but painted silver!
Roland fails is in a few serious ways, and these are where i prefer the DSX in all it's non MIDI glory. There is no facility on the MSQ for real time sequence manipulation so you can't play and mute tracks while a sequence is playing. Nor can you transpose or edit on the fly like the DSX can. This is a total bummer for those who like to let the basic structure loop and drop things in and out and transpose the whole thing for fun on the fly. The MSQ- 700 also lacks CV Gate compatibility in lieu of Roland's proprietary DCB. The problem with DCB, besides it only being implemented on a few Roland instruments like the Jupiter 8 and Juno 60, is that it is so limited in comparison to MIDI that it's not worth the effort to use it since Jupiter 8's and Juno's can be easily Midified to a level where you can transmit via MIDI all the front panel controls for each like the Juno 106 ( which doesn't sound nearly as good ).
Roland MSQ700 ( This is a great article about the MSQ – 700 )


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At the 2018 Western Canadian Dairy Seminar (WCDS), Dr. Gerard Cramer explained how cows can become chronically lame if damage to their hooves is not treated early and if there is no follow-up evaluation.
Sole hemorrhage, sole ulcer and white line lesions, collectively referred to as claw horn disruption lesions (CHDL), are the most common non-infectious claw lesions of dairy cattle worldwide. The photographs in figure 1 illustrate these lesions.
An important risk factor for sole hemorrhages and ulcers is thinning of the digital cushion (figure 2) which acts as a shock absorber between the pedal bone and the walking surface. Thin digital cushions are associated with low body condition scores (see article here). White line lesions are associated with excessively rough or slippery flooring surfaces especially when cows are required to make sharp turns as the travel on those surfaces (see article here). Excessive standing time is a risk factor for all of these CHDL.
Several research studies have reported that cows with severe CHDL are at higher risk of recurring lameness and failure to treat these lesions early in their development can lead to anatomical damage of the claw. Dr. Cramer described recent findings from studies in the UK (summarized here) demonstrating that cows with history of lameness develop bony structures in the pedal bone that are irreparable (figure 3).
From other studies, we also know that hormonal changes around calving cause relaxation of the suspensory tendons which holds the bones of the digit in place (figure 2) resulting in movement and sinking of the pedal bone. Dr. Cramer explained how this puts pressure on the corium, causing inflammation which, in turn, leads to the changes in the bone described above. These changes create a perpetual cycle, with inflammation playing a key role in the recurrence of lesions
Appropriate treatment of CHDL involves the application of a block on the opposite claw (assuming it is healthy) and the administration of a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAIDs, e.g., ketoprofen, meloxicam) to control inflammation (see article here).
Dr. Cramer's bottom line is this: Controlling lameness due to CHDL requires an integrated approach that focuses on prevention and early, effective treatment of chronically lame cows. Prevention starts with ensuring appropriate lying time, minimizing inflammatory and metabolic incidents around the transition period, and ensuring all cows receive an appropriate hoof trimming around dry-off. If a cow does become lame, applying appropriate treatment with the use of blocks and NSAIDs, along with a follow-up evaluation is essential.
This article was originally published in the Spring 2018 issue of BC Holstein News. Dr. Cramer's 2018 WCDS paper is here.


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The king of Israel was charged with reciting a psalm that contained reflection and humility alongside confidence. Moreover, he was charged with waiting on God. If God's own instrument in the Bible was charged with this, how much more are we?
We are the heirs of Elijah's legacy. His influence is evident within later writings of the Bible, the Bible's earliest commentators, and within the Bible-shaped parts of our own culture. But how might we assess our inheritance? Elijah is a hero of the covenant. Moses redivivus. A witness to God's justice and mercy for those without power. And yet. . . Elijah's legacy is also that of a "troubler" (1Kings 18:17-18). Although the prophet denied the title, the Jewish rabbinic tradition has not been afraid to name troubling features of his ministry. He seems more pre-occupied with his own difficulties than those of the people. He does not advocate for the Israelites. He uses violence.
And so it is to Jerusalem that Jesus must go. Why Jerusalem? How would the scene have played out differently if the Pharisees, in their plotting, had simply arranged to have Jesus murdered on the road – on his way to the city? What if Jesus had never come to Jerusalem? To the temple? What if he died and even was resurrected while preaching the good news of God's Kingdom in Galilee? What's so special about Jerusalem?
In the lectionary, Transfiguration follows the season of Epiphany with one last display of light. The lights flare brilliantly and momentarily and then are dimmed. The gospel then sends readers on their way, on the road through Lent following Jesus toward Jerusalem and the cross.
Herod was scared of a newborn baby. This basic fact of the Epiphany story bears the key to understanding its political implications. Herod's fear reveals something of the anxiety that accompanies absolute power. In the political context of the Roman Empire, which supported Herod's control of Judea, the continuance of power depended on the political elites capacity to convince people.
Is God a Socialist? And if so, what kind of socialism does God espouse?


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2010 may be the exciting and fascinating year for fashion. Using the finish of recession trend and global financial trouble, the thrill popular industry network was seen captured which is transporting on. Today we are able to visit a fresh standard of fashion in most fashion shows thus far. The design happen to be inspired by past classical styles using the dash of gender, colors, skin and ornamentations not to mention glamour and attitude. Here are the latest trends for ladies.
Popular prints, colors and designs
There is the mixture of delicate, soft styles with colorful try looking in summer time/spring 2010. Undoubtedly, you are able to touch the hint of old-style however confused with fashionable outlook. The new colors in 2010 are sober colors, without color shades and some other colors such as the pinks, blues, browns and amazingly the neon eco-friendly color. The important factor of women's latest the latest fashions is the fact that heavy prints and designs, terrestrial tones teamed using the crazy and bold designs.
Popular women fashion put on
Although the past decade observed the style circuit was ruled by tight denims, the most recent clothing trends for ladies has discovered the development of free pants. Therefore check out the loose denims and discard the loose tunic or kurti this yr. wearing sporting dress is the style this season. Which means you discover the stylish sweat pants and designer jogging suits popular shops. These 2 styles have clearly established that the popularity this season is much more focused on convenience, rather than looks.
The most recent fashion for ladies this season has additionally observed the sporadic suited jerseys combined with the denims searching great on women and incredibly awesome too. Denims should never be getting away from trend. There is the return of torn denims partnered using the white-colored jersey.
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Eva stalked through the halls of Brakket Academy, trying to ignore the vampire following after her.
He was just far enough away for it to be conceivable that he had his own business in this particular direction. That could be possible. In some twisted alternate reality, it might even be true. However, in her world, it wasn't something Eva was willing to believe.
Some might call her paranoid. Those people would probably be people she had never really spoken with. People who didn't know her very well.
The fact of the matter was that if someone looked like they were following her, she was inclined to believe it.
Luckily, a vampire's motivations weren't hard to guess at. He would be wanting her blood. Eva had been extremely hesitant in giving Serena blood and she liked Serena. The chance this guy would get some was near zero. She hadn't had a single conversation with the guy yet and she was already hating him.
"We could just kill him."
Eva whipped her head to glare at Arachne, half wondering how the spider-demon knew what she was thinking about. Her anger must have been written on her face.
"You can't say things like that. Especially in public."
She glanced around. As usual, she was being given a fair bit of space to walk through the hallways. Arachne hadn't spoken loudly, so probably nobody had heard. Except maybe the vampire. She actually wasn't sure how good his hearing was.
Serena had said that he was of the August strain. Which, to Eva's great joy, meant that he did not possess Serena's mind magic. There was no need to avoid eye contact every time she glanced in his direction.
Augusts were the typical vampires. The ones everybody thought of when vampires came up in conversations. They weren't bestial. They couldn't trick people into thinking things were different from reality. They didn't have the insane insight that some strain called Mekhet possessed. Augusts were nothing more than long-lived parasites on humanity.
Of course, they didn't view themselves as such. Something snapped in their brains when turned. Whatever their station in life had been, once risen as a vampire, Augusts invariably believed that they were the greatest things to walk the Earth.
Hence the name 'August.'
It made Eva wonder if the other strains had something obviously wrong with them. Did something snap in Serena's brain when she turned? Something that made her somewhat obsessed with Zoe and Wayne?
Eva hadn't asked.
But she figured she should admonish Arachne just in case someone had heard her.
"Besides, even if he is an entitled prick, that really isn't enough to warrant such an extreme reaction. He is still a student anyway. Not an enemy."
Eva couldn't be sure how far his mania would drive him. It was entirely possible that he might get violent if Eva denied him her blood. Everything would be much easier on her if her other stalkers would get a clue and start fighting the vampire for her.
The two girls with eyes implanted in their chests were far from subtle. While it was conceivable that the vampire was merely walking in the same direction that Eva was going, the nuns were stopping at corners, peeking around, sneaking up to junctions or classrooms, and watching.
They weren't even watching the vampire.
In fact, Eva was relatively certain that they actually bumped into the vampire, excused themselves, and both went their separate ways without noticing. Eva could not fathom how that was possible. To the best of her knowledge, the two hadn't connected to their Source since arriving. Something that, according to Nel, would have informed them immediately if they were looking at a vampire.
But couldn't they look at the darkened windows and at least assume that some vampire was running around? Granted, they hadn't been in the school before the windows were darkened. They might not have noticed the change as Eva had.
With a sigh, Eva considered continuing to ignore both, but she had business to take care of. Some of it was business out in the Infinite Courtyard. She didn't want either the vampire or the aspiring nuns following her around out there.
Turning down the next corner, Eva walked into the first empty classroom. One of the rooms used for standard elemental magic. Fire magic, judging by the scorch marks around the room. Oddly enough, not a room Eva had been inside before. With all the many rooms around the main academy building and the low number of teachers, it wasn't surprising that there were a few older classrooms around.
She stayed outside just long enough to usher Arachne inside. They closed the door just in time for the vampire to round the corner.
Such a simple maneuver would never be able to juke the vampire. Especially not when Eva's blood smelled so different compared to the rest of the students.
But he didn't enter the room. He did pause at the door. Only for as long as it took to glance over his shoulder at the two 'sneaky' nuns coming up the hallway. With ever so slightly narrowed eyes, he continued down the hallway. He didn't so much as glance through the window on the door.
The nuns were quite the opposite. Both seemed to panic upon finding the hallway deserted save for the vampire and a few other students. Splitting up, one on each side of the hall, they went and peeked through each window.
Right up until one pair of eyes edged over the door window to Eva's room.
The blue eyes disappeared almost instantly, but not before widening to the size of dinner plates.
Eva just sighed again, taking a seat on one of the tables in the room as the girl called her companion over.
From there, they entered into what looked like a fairly heated argument. Eva saw her own name cross their lips more than once. She wasn't the best at reading lips through her blood sight, but her own name was familiar enough. The two nun trainees obviously knew who she was.
They took so long discussing what to do just outside the door that Eva was about to stand up and drag them into the room. Unless their plan was to sit around outside all day wondering just what her dastardly evil plans were, they probably had something to say.
Before she could, the two girls finally decided to enter the room.
And they entered… tactically.
The door flung open. One marched in, sweeping her gaze past Eva to check the corners of the room, especially the one behind the door. The second followed right on the heels of the first, though she kept her glowing eyes on Eva.
Arachne, Eva noted, shifted her posture upon seeing the flames burning out from the girls' eyes. A bit more aggressive of a posture, readying herself to attack them.
Eva wasn't too concerned. A little, yes. Especially if they could use lightning as powerful as the bolt that had taken out Arachne. However, she was prepared to blink at the slightest gesture from either of them.
If they did attack, she would blink behind them and rake her claws across their throats without hesitation.
But she didn't think that they would attack. They were still children—possibly even younger than most of the other contenders, now that Eva got a decent look at them—and they hadn't opened with an attack upon entering the room. Which would have been the smart thing to do if they wanted to take her out.
Worst of all, they allowed the door to shut behind them. As tactical as they had looked while entering, it struck Eva as odd to let the door shut. It cut off an avenue of escape if things went poorly. From Nel, Eva knew that only the higher ranking nuns were taught the ability to teleport. Maybe they had intended to trap Eva in, but they had already been blocking the door with their bodies.
It struck Eva more as a privacy measure than any sort of attack.
Hence her feeling that they wouldn't attack.
"No one else here," the girl with curly brown hair said, just barely above a whisper. She spoke more to the second girl into the room than Eva and was clearly deferring to her, waiting to see her response.
Without taking her eyes off Eva, the blond gave a shallow nod.
Eva crossed her legs, swinging them slightly as she sat on the table. Her wide grin was actually starting to strain her cheeks. She had never been a very big smiler. Especially not in recent months as she felt her teeth would unnecessarily unnerve those around her. So she kept her smile subdued around people she didn't want to unease.
Yet they weren't talking. Or attacking. Just watching her.
"Well you found me," Eva said in a slow drawl, mostly so that she could move her mouth. "Congratulations. Was it worth it? Because the only thing you've managed to do so far is waste all of our time."
Which was absolutely true. Professor Lepus' office hours wouldn't last forever. She needed to go ask about weather warding.
"Seriously, what was your plan? Did you come in here to fight me? Talk to me? Admonish me for being a demon?"
"We've been following you–"
"I never would have guessed," Eva said, ensuring the sarcasm in her voice could not go unnoticed. "Half the school knows you two have been stalking me. It would be hard to be more obvious if you tried."
Eva stared, no longer smiling. Her face was frozen in a deep glower. She probably wasn't doing herself any favors in convincing them to stop following her. Just looking at them was irritating Eva enough to lash out.
"Even the vampire isn't so obvious in his stalking," Eva said with a theatrical sigh.
"Vampire?" curly hair said, glowing eyes widening as she glanced towards her partner.
"Trying to distract us. Ignore it."
Eva actually rolled her eyes. These two gave Eva the distinct impression that they could bump into a grinning Serena and not notice anything odd about her. Not to mention the Nod Complex vampire who seemed to have a much better handle on hiding his presence than Serena.
"If you don't have anything to say, I've got homework to do and need to speak with my warding professor. Not to mention the stupid tournament," Eva said with only a mild groan.
She still had to meet with whoever else had been chosen from Brakket Academy. Getting into the first match was something of a priority. Ultimately, she didn't care. However, being exempt from the second event might be worth it. She should have a decent amount of downtime between the first and third events with nothing to worry about.
And if she could bring about the end of the world before the third event, all the better.
"You aren't acting how I expected."
Eva blinked as her darkly humorous muses faded. She stared for just a moment before flashing a grin again. "There aren't many babies around Brakket Academy. Sadly, I have to eat human food instead."
"Half of what they served us last night was not food fit for people. And I'm not sure what everyone was eating for lunch."
That actually had Eva letting out a genuine laugh. A short one, but a real one. "I never have any idea what the food is. I think the chef goes on the internet and looks up the most obscure dishes possible."
Her momentary good humor died off as she stared at the nun before her. "So what's the deal. Do we need to fight or something? Because I really have zero interest in your… is it a religion or just an organization masquerading as one?" Eva shook her head. It really didn't matter. "Or are you just going to buzz around my back like particularly persistent flies?"
"Zero interest? You've attacked the Elysium Order multiple times."
"I can think of… one time. And I gave back what I stole that time. Then you people attacked me one time. Any other interactions have been either incidental or you've got me mistaken with someone else."
Possibly Ylva. Eva had been entirely unconscious and therefore uninvolved with the slaughter of a decently sized group of nuns during the rescue of Nel. Technically she had also caused the riot in the city against the Elysium Order as well. But she was perfectly willing to foist responsibility for that little incident off to Zagan. Especially because he wasn't even here to defend himself.
Not that he would bother anyway.
"So," Eva started, slipping off the table she had been sitting on.
She didn't continue speaking, pausing to watch both girls take a step backwards. Curly-hair actually got an arc of lightning crossing between her fingertips. The sight of which had Arachne rumbling out a low growl from the back of her throat.
Eva raised her hands to her chest, palms out. A move she hoped was a universal placating gesture. She had not been lying; fighting them was possibly the highest item on her list of things she didn't want to do at the moment. Especially because of the limited hive-mind thing. If she fought them, a million other nuns would probably start crawling out of the woodwork.
Luckily, they both seemed to recognize the gesture for what it was. Neither one of them fully dropped their guard. Eva would have called them absolute idiots if they had. However, the lightning crackling between Curly's fingers faded away, dispersed harmlessly into the air.
"So I'm going to go. Follow me around if you feel you must, but you won't find whatever you're looking for. If you're here to protect the students or whatever, they have nothing to fear from me. Though I can't speak for the dozen other demons running around or the vampire one of the other schools brought with them—I wasn't lying about that."
The two glanced towards each other, frowns crossing their faces.
Eva used the distraction to slip around them. Where she edged around them, trying to avoid looking like she was going to attack them, Arachne followed with far less subtlety. Her footsteps were heavier than normal and she leered over the two much smaller girls as she moved. Eva couldn't really blame her. The nuns had been the ones to blow her head off, after all.
Neither girl tried to stop them as they left the room. They didn't try to follow either. By the time Eva and Arachne reached the end of the hallway, both girls were talking back and forth at a speed that would make an auctioneer envious.
"Pointless waste of time."
"Maybe. Maybe not," Eva said. "Hopefully they don't follow me around anymore. With saying all but the name about the vampire, I'm counting on each to distract the other enough for both to leave me alone."
"What about your vampire friend? Assuming they believe you, you just set them on a vampire hunt."
"Well, Serena should be fine. She isn't wandering around the halls and isn't from one of the other schools, something I explicitly said. They should focus on the students before Serena. But I'll warn her later just in case."
Arachne shrugged with a noncommittal grunt. Her interest in Serena amounted solely to any harm she could do towards Eva, she had confessed earlier. So long as Serena kept her fangs in other people, Arachne wouldn't blink an eye.
Eva had wisely—in her opinion—neglected to mention the teleportation incident.
Momentarily free of both the vampire and the Elysium Order trainees, Eva stopped her aimless wandering through the halls. She headed straight towards the warding room.
Professor Lepus was still inside, much to Eva's relief. It had been getting close to the end of her office hours. From outside the room, Eva only had her blood sight to tell what she was doing.
Namely, sitting at her desk in the office attached to the classroom. Her hands whisked across what Eva assumed were sheets of paper. They moved fast enough to be a blur. The way her eyes twitched across the paper was almost dizzying.
And her heart. Someone in the middle of a marathon wouldn't have a beat rate so fast. There was a student at the feast of the schools whose heart was beating faster than any human heart. Even that looked like it wasn't moving compared to how fast the professor's heart was currently beating.
Eva burst into the classroom and the attached office without so much as a single knock.
The second she opened the office door, everything seemed to warp. Professor Lepus' heart dropped its speed to what Eva would consider normal for someone who had just been startled by a demon bursting into their room. She stared at Eva over the bridge of a pair of reading glasses. Her eyes started wide before narrowing to angry slits.
"Was there a reason for entering my office unannounced?"
"I just…" Eva stared, trying to figure out how her heart could possibly have been beating so fast without killing her. Unfortunately, she couldn't exactly say that she had seen her blood. Anderson knowing about her blood magic was one thing. Wayne and Zoe another.
Really, she was lucky that demon blood was black or everyone would put two and two together. Or would they? Even if people saw her turn the blood to crystal, would they really make the connection? After all, where would all that blood have come from?
Obviously, she hadn't been doing any blood magic. It had been a demon thing.
All the more important to keep it secret while she could. Especially because the nuns probably suspected at the very least. She didn't need to give them another reason to chase her around.
"Are you alright?"
"Perfect," Lepus said with a terse frown. "Did you have a reason for intruding in my office?"
"This is still open hours, right?"
Her frown lessened slightly as she nodded her head. "I prefer a knock next time."
"I'll try to remember."
"See that you do."
There was a slight pause while Eva stood around, still trying to figure out just what had happened. The professor said she was alright and who was Eva to disagree. Sticking her nose too far into more problems would just add to her workload.
Deciding not to pursue the matter further at the moment, Eva took one step into the room.
Only to find Professor Lepus glaring at her once again. "Your friend can wait outside," she said, flicking her eyes towards Arachne. "It is bad enough that she follows you around all day. However, my open door policy is for students only."
"With everything that's been going on, she's just been a little protective," Eva said before turning to Arachne. "But I'll be fine. Keep an eye out for the vampire or the nuns and politely scare them off if they wander by."
"Professor Lepus isn't going to attack me." As Arachne opened her mouth, Eva held up a hand. "I'm one room away. In the extraordinarily low chance that she does decide to attack me, I'll just shout out for you."
Arachne actually glared at Eva for a moment. Not long. And not a very harsh glare either. She turned a far more vicious look towards the professor before storming out of the room.
Eva just sighed as the door closer did its job closing the door. "Sorry about that," she said, moving up to take the seat on the opposite side of the desk.
It was the first time she had been inside her warding professor's office. Unlike her classroom, which was fairly spartan, the office was well decorated. She had several classical looking paintings hung up around the room. The most prominent of which was of a fairly empty landscape with a bunch of melting pocket watches.
Eva only got to glance around for a second before Professor Lepus started speaking.
"Vampires," she said with a disbelieving huff. "I remember when this institution had some integrity. Dean Halsey's mismanagement threw much of it in the trash. Turner's questionable associates didn't help. Don't even get me started on Anderson."
Eva kept her mouth firmly closed. She was not interested in any kind of rant on the school's staff.
Seeing that she wasn't about to continue her discussion, Professor Lepus sighed. "Anyway, did you need something?"
"Warding help, actually."
"That is my specialty."
"I've been working on a bit of an extracurricular project. An experiment, though really only to test myself. I need to create a large ward to keep out rain and snow."
Turning to a large grandfather clock to the side of her desk, Professor Lepus nodded her head. "Alright. Four minutes. I will teach you the necessary thought patterns. After that, actually constructing the ward will be up to you."
Four minutes? That was almost no time at all. She had anticipated spending the better part of the evening with the professor. Then again, she was only going to teach the thought patterns, not supervise the creation of a test ward.
But that should be decent enough. All the practice she had been giving herself in her free time would help.
"Why don't you tell me how far you've gotten on your own."
"Alright," Eva said, settling into her seat. She would leave any mention of the ritual out. If asked what the ward was for, it would be to keep the weather out of the cracked roof in a house. She didn't always live at the dorms after all. Most teachers knew that. One more wouldn't change anything.


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Seeing Bias Where it doesn't Exist--Part 2--posted by Tony Garcia on 6/19/2006
Generally I think that a blogger should be left to defend themselves on their own blog. Once in a while the attacks on a blogger are able to demonstrate a larger point or issue. This is the case with a recent exchange on Marty's blog.
Marty posts frequently a feature called "Random Link 'o the Day". Literally it is just a link of interest. Once in a while there might be an explanation but usually not. Last Wednesday he posted Tim Pawlenty's campaign link. The next day it was Sue Jeffer's campaign link.
First response came from a blind loyalist
Drinking the "Tony Garcia" Kool-Aid, eh?Now, first thing these people will tell you is that the GOP candidates whom they defend are not going to agree with 100% of the supporters or the platform. That is a necessary compromise in order to win (party over principles, in my view). So notice that this response is attacking Jeffers (and indirectly Marty) for positions that are not there...because they really are unable to address the positions that are there. Basically, Jeffers is running on a fiscal conservative platform...which is exactly the group most disappointed with Pawlenty.
Guess having the most conservative, electable governor is recent history just isn't good enough.
Somewhat unrelated, any surprise about how her campaign site does not say whether she is pro-life or have her position on gay marriage? Hmmm...noticably absent. Or is that just because the losertarian crew believes killing babies is our constitutional right?
Before you say that this person really supports the "life platform" and wants it in every candidate you need to understand more about this person. As Marty points out over two comments:
[Y]ou would have me support Jim Ramstad who scores between 30%-60% (depending on the year) with NARAL and Planned Parenthood and who supported funding "planned parenthood" abroad; who also scores an "F" with the NRA because of his support for gun control.Ah, yes, Marty is pointing out the ol' double standard that his detractor holds in the name of carrying the flag for "party". THIS is why I classify this bunch as "Party over Principles". The most important thing to them is the Party...more than even the principles they claim to hold dear to.
[He] has no right to lecture me on social conservatism since I remember him defending Jim Ramstad.
Race to the Right friend Psycmeister throws in what actually is the real attitude of the GOP.
Though not perfect in the purist sense by any stretch of the imagination, T-Paw is the best we got--and a helluva lot better than our last "republican" governor, Arne Carlson.Let's understand this. First, this is an example of how the loyalists have been actually admitting in a number of blogs that they are settling on Pawlenty. That is a disasterous thing because without the excitement for a candidate there is not much of a way to raise support from other people. "Settling" does not breed excitement...and excitement is what builds the electorate on your side.
Second, the GOP has been in a terrible habit lately of running races that they are not in. Kennedy refused (and the GOP aided) to run the race within the GOP instead acting as if it did not exist. Now the Pawlenty supporters are refusing the discussion about Jeffers v Pawlenty. Instead they pick every other matchup. In this case it is 'vote Pawlenty--he's better than Arne Carlson.'
The next comment that deserves a little examination is this one:
You know, once upon a time the Grand ol' Party was a unified body full of starry-eyed idealists who's sense of common unity greatly outweighed it's points of division.Yes, it was unified because everyone had a voice regardless of their viewpoint. Pro-lifers and pro-choicers were allowed a place in the party, as a delegate, as a candidate...they generally accepted that they agreed on most of the platform in other places. The Big Tent was not "membership numbers" but in ideas. Hearing more ideas, differing ideas and debating them within the party kept the unity because it was easy to accept being in the minority on certain views but at least being heard.
Now the party is about unity in message. No, not unity. They are about staying in line. Follow this theme, this candidate, these few positions. Anything else means you are not a good conservative, not a good GOP member and thus are the enemy.
The comment continues on with more truth than it realizes:
Now it kind of feels like disgruntled siblings clamoring over who gets what in Daddy's will-ashamed to admit they are in the same family with each other, but not dareing to disown themselves becuse it would cost them a shot at being the favorite son.And many are even afraid to speak up for fear of being attacked...not attacked on their positions, but attacked personally.
For years the GOP complained about the Democrats attacking the person instead of the issue. The GOP loyalists now mimics that. Just in the comments quoted here you can see that. Want a refresher:
Drinking the "Tony Garcia" Kool-Aid, eh?Yep, those bold face comments are personal attacks that do not (and have not) addressed issues or topics. DING! Double Standard #2. The Democrats suck because they attack Republicans instead of debating Republican ideas/issues...yet the Republicans are doing the same thing. (Go read Pair O' Dice or Residual Forces for regular examples of this.)
Guess having the most conservative, electable governor is recent history just isn't good enough.
Somewhat unrelated, any surprise about how her campaign site does not say whether she is pro-life or have her position on gay marriage? Hmmm...noticably absent. Or is that just because the losertarian crew believes killing babies is our constitutional right?
Next is this comment:
I guess I'll join Dan on the Tony Garcia enemies list for my ethanol support and Pawlenty support.I'm not certain anyone can make a determination on my response to anyone based on the ethanol issue...I do not have enough information to feel comfortable advocating a position on this topic. Yet the effort to put words in the mouth of others continues rather than having an intellectual debate. I am increasingly moving to the conclusion that many of these people are unable to have any intellectual discussion, let alone one with someone they disagree. But let's examine the end of that comment:
Face the facts, as gas prices rise, ethanol becomes more viable. California, Ohio, Georgia, etc are all raising their ethanol quotas for regular gas. Increased demand for ethanol. At the same time, government needs stay away from corn price involvement.DING! Double standard #3...or to use the overplayed vernacular of partisans: Flip Flop. What is the principle in this comment? "I support Pawlenty, trust him on ethanol. Look at the facts, ethanol is becoming more viable and quotas are good. Long live government involvement...except in corn pricing." Hardly a small government sentiment...so I have to conclude this person is actually a big government type. His enduring support for Pawlenty while offering big government justifications should give one pause about Pawlenty's balance of big government vs small government. A legitimate issue...which will not be discussed at all by the commenter, I guarantee.
"Finding bias where it doesn't exist, part 2"
Marty truly has not decided who to support. He has been fair...I mean, he had mentioned Jeffers & Pawlenty equally in his "random links posts" and suddenly because he gave a non-GOP incumbent the time of day he gets barraged by moronic statements. Well, Marty, it is only on ONE issue which you are bucking the GOP machine so you will not feel the full force of their hateful attacks. But, welcome to the island of misfit toys.
What is 2006 about for conservatives? The choice for conservatives is similar to their choice in 1992 for Pres. The choice: Incumbents who spat upon the base OR 3rd party/nothing/Democrats/anyone else for candidate. In 1992 the choice of enough "unloyal" conservatives did something that is needed in the GOP now. It sacrificed 2 years for a demand of refocusing. It led to the 1994 revolution because the GOP had to refocus on what it took for granted (though little changes have actually been made as promised by that class). Similar to what happened in Minnesota in 1998...disgusted with the politics-as-usual and the candidates perpetrating that there were enough people who went to Ventura. In 2002 the GOP got refocused and selected a candidate some believed was conservative. A sacrifice of another couple of years is needed to get the GOP focused on the base that got them elected in 1994, 2000, 2002 and 2004. The sacrifices might not be so frequent if the incumbents would stop abandoning their base...and the loyalists would open their eyes to their principles once in a while instead of strictly the needs of their party.
Until then...just consider that a good chuck of conservatives will likely sit out or back other candidates. And the more dissent within the party is blocked or shouted down then the better bet that the exodus out of the GOP will continue...maybe even become more public in the numbers of people wanting out.
I'm reading the "respones" of the GOP loyalists (more like wagon circling attacks on any disagreement) and realizing that the GOP is internally in worse shape now than in 1992.
Finally, the flavor of the Tony Garcia Kool-Aid: Objectivity, Logic and Reason...with a splash of Angst and Venom. People who drink it don't like to admit it but they are better for drinking it and they know it.


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The Map Of Heaven
🔶The Map of Heaven: How Science, Religion, and Ordinary People Are Proving the Afterlife.
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Mark Of An Eagle
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A celebration of the life and work of the pop-culture icon who gently encouraged millions to explore their creativity.
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Access to social, cultural and educational opportunities to help the partners and families of rural primary health professionals to thrive and feel part of a new community.
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, Boats for Sale Hot Springs Ar Pics – Secure Boating Ideas – Regardless of how much expertise you could have, it's all the time a good suggestion for everybody to evaluate boating security guidelines earlier than departures. Beneath you will see that 10 primary boating safety suggestions to help you stay protected:
Be Climate-Smart
Always test native climate circumstances before departure; TV and radio forecasts could be a good supply of data. If you discover darkening clouds, volatile and tough altering winds or sudden drops in temperature, play it safe by getting off the water.
Follow a Pre-Departure Guidelines
Proper boating safety consists of being ready for any risk on the water. Following a pre-departure guidelines is one of the best ways to make sure no boating security guidelines or precautions have been neglected or forgotten.
Use Common Sense
One of the crucial vital components of boating security is to use your common sense. This means working at a secure speed at all times (especially in crowded areas), staying alert always and steering clear of large vessels and watercraft that can be restricted of their potential to stop or flip. Additionally, be respectful of buoys and different navigational aids, all of which have been positioned there to make sure your individual security.
Designate an Assistant Skipper
Be certain a couple of person on board is accustomed to all elements of your boat's dealing with, operations, and general boating safety. If the first navigator is injured or incapacitated in any approach, it's essential to verify someone else can follow the proper boating security rules to get everybody else again to shore.
Develop a Float Plan
Whether you select to tell a member of the family or staff at your native marina, all the time make sure you let another person know your float plan. This should embody the place you're going and the way long you're going to be gone.
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A float plan can embrace the next info:
identify, tackle, and phone variety of journey leader
identify and cellphone variety of all passengers
boat sort and registration data
trip itinerary
sorts of communication and signal gear onboard, corresponding to an Emergency Place Indicating Radio Beacon (EPIRB) or Private Locator Beacon (PLB)
Make Correct Use of Lifejackets
Do you know that the majority of drowning victims are the results of boaters not wearing their lifejackets? Make it possible for your family and buddies aren't a part of this statistic by assigning and becoming each member of your onboard staff with a life jacket previous to departure. Wear it!
Keep away from Alcohol
Practice boating safety at all times by saving the alcohol for later. The chance of being involved in a boating accident doubles when alcohol is concerned and studies have proven that the results of alcohol are exacerbated by solar and wind.
Be taught to Swim
When you're going to be in and across the water, proper boating safety contains understanding the way to swim. Local organizations, such as the American Pink Cross and others, provide coaching for all ages and talents. Check to see what classes are supplied in your area.
Take a Boating Course
Starting boaters and experienced experts alike have to be familiar with the boating safety guidelines of operation. Boater training requirements range by state; however, some require validated completion of at the very least one boating safety course. No matter your individual state's necessities, it is all the time important to be educated and ready for every circumstance which may come up. You may learn boating safety rules by taking a local community course or online course to assist educate your self.
Think about a Free Vessel Safety Verify
Make the most of a free vessel safety verify from the US Coast Guard. They offer complimentary boat examinations to confirm the presence and condition of sure security equipment required by state and federal rules. Freed from cost, they'll provide a specialist to check out your boat and make useful boating safety suggestions and suggestions. In addition they supply digital on-line safety checks as nicely.
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10 Tips for Newbie Boaters
In relation to boating, as with most issues in life, there isn't any substitute for expertise. This time of 12 months, as boaters all across the country are returning to the water, many are venturing out on boats for the very first time.
Check the climate before you hit the water. If you happen to already checked it, examine again before you head out. Climate adjustments, and sudden storms can sneak up on you. If you happen to're new to boating, that's no time to be caught by a shock squall.
Get on and off the boat ramp quickly so different boaters aren't giving you the evil eye. Load your boat forward of time—not on the ramp. Discover an empty parking zone and practice steering with your trailer so you'll have experience come launch day.
Costume in layers. It might be warm on land, however you don't wish to get chilly if the breeze kicks up on the water. Be ready for adjustments in circumstances.
Go gradual when docking. If you happen to rush, you can injury your boat, the dock, or worst of all, one other boat. If it's not going nicely, don't be too proud to back away and start once more. (Learn docking tips here)
Pack extra food and water than you think you'll need. Chances are you'll be shocked by how boating works up your hunger and thirst. There's no drive-through on the water, so be sure to're properly stocked.
Valuables like cell phones, keys and wallets have a manner of getting wet or falling in the drink. Make sure that they're secured.
Go away a float plan. Issues can go incorrect on the water. Make sure that in the event you get stuck out there, any individual onshore is aware of when and the place to search for you.
Always wear a lifejacket. The overwhelming majority of boating-related deaths happen because victims were not carrying a lifejacket. It's straightforward to do, and it might save your life.
Have an onboard first-aid package. If you find yourself on the water, you may't just run to the doctor's office for those who suffer an injury. Be ready to treat yourself until you can get again to land.
Have a instrument box. If in case you have a mechanical problem when boating, you don't want to be caught on the water for hours waiting for assist to reach. Have instruments and spare parts available so you possibly can fix any issues your self.


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The Heater Man specialises in the service, repair and maintenance of home heating gas appliances.
It's recommended all gas fireplaces are inspected every two years and with all gas appliances over 10 years serviced every year. An unsafe gas fireplace can pollute your home with dangerous fumes, by servicing and using your fireplace correctly your appliance will be safe to run and operate efficiently.
Most common faults are caused by dirt and dust build up in and around key parts like the pilot and fan, the fire may be cutting out or turning off or smelling a bit 'dirty' when running – most of these are rectified with a service.
What we'll do
- Conduct an overall operational assessment of your system
- Conduct a gas connection inspection
- Remove all internal dust build up from the fan and internal working of unit.
- Inspect gas injectors for correct size and operation.
- Inspect and clean out the areas you can't reach
- Run fire for operational assessment
- Conduct a smoke bomb test if required
- Check your appliance is working to correct safety standards.


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Sunday, December 21, 2008
Kafka on the Shore
Before I leisurely browsed through the bookstore that day - with a book discount coupon that nearly burnt a hole in my pocket, I wouldn't dream of wasting it... - I had barely heard of the Japanese writer Haruki Murakami. But when I saw this book with a green eyed black cat on the front cover I knew it was for me. And reading the back cover made me all the more certain. A budding brick novel that involves a tracker of lost cats, cats that converse with people, fish that tumble from the sky, a forest that harbours men that haven't aged in 60 years and a violent killing that's a riddle - that sounds almost too good to be true!
But as it turned out it wasn't. It was very true and captivating from the first page. I loved the way the story, always an easy read but still eloquently written, went back and forth, to and from, drama, comedy, thriller, horror, philosophy, love, fantasy, reality and then some. It's an elevating, suggestive, immensely entertaining, horrific, heartbreaking, hopeful, bewitching, ingeniously told tale.
As much as I loved reading this unusual and marvelously told narrative, there were also two more or less minor flaws in the book I'd like to whinge a bit about. One is the way Murakami in detail decribes various cats' colours, some non-existing colours as far as genetics go. And I don't get the impression these descriptions are meant to be imaginary colours. Then why even make a fuss with these details when one obviously can't be bothered to check facts...
The second one is the, for me, chopped and simplified ending. To have been on such a venturous literary journey and then *puff* the end, the main character's life is back to normal. The story would so have benefitted from a more subtle and elusive ending.
But, nevertheless, minor flaws or not, a brilliantly woven magical novel about what is, what could have been, a young man's battle against prophecies and an old man's battle against time. And much much more. Do read.
2 comments:
- Wendy said...
So glad you enjoyed this one, Pia. Murakami is one of all time favourite writers. His novel Norwegian Wood is perhaps my favourite though I adored the utterly bizarre Wind Up Bird Chronicles.
He has an autobiography out just now and it's on my Christmas list. Hope Santa thinks I've been good this year. :)
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- Pia K said...
He is now one of mine too, Wendy:) The Wind Up Bird Chronicles is in a pack of books soon to arrive in the mail and whatever other book of his I can find is on my wishlist. Incidently I browsed through the Swedish translation in the bookstore and I must say they didn't seem half as good as the English version, so I'll stick to that.
I'm sure you'll get a nice gift from Santa this year, let me know what you think of the autobiography...:)
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Mountain Escape - 2 camas King - Million $$ Lake and Mountain View
- Piso121 m²
- Capacidad : 4
- Habitaciones: 2
- Baños: 2
- Estancia mín.: 2–7 noches
Piso, 2 dormitorios, 2 baños, (para 2-4)
- Idiomas:
- inglés
- TV Satélite o por Cable
- Lavadora y secadora
- Internet
- Chimenea
- Aparcamiento
- Calefacción
- Baños: 2
Elementos de seguridad
- Iluminación exterior
- Detector de monóxido de carbono
- Cerradura de seguridad
- Detector de humo
- Extintor
- Botiquín de primeros auxilios
Tipo de ubicación
- En la montaña
- Cerca de un lago
- Con vistas al lago
- Con vistas a la montaña
- Calefacción central
- Ropa de cama
- Lavadora
- Secadora
- Chimenea
- Zona de aparcamiento
- Internet
- Toallas
- Plancha con tabla de planchar
- Secador de pelo
- Ascensor
- Salón
- Lavavajillas
- Frigorífico
- Vitrocerámica
- Horno
- Microondas
- Parrilla
- Cafetera
- tostadora
- Máquina de hielo
- Condimentos
- Vajilla y cubertería
- Cocina
- Zona para comer
- Televisión
- Televisión por satélite o cable
- Reproductor de DVD
- libros
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- Videoteca
Aire libre
- Balcón
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Normas de la propiedad
Entrada: 16:00
Salida: 10:00
Fiestas/eventos no permitidos
No fumadores
No Smoking of any kind allowed.
No se admiten mascotas
Adecuado para niños
Edad mínima del huésped principal:25
Máximo de huéspedes:4 (hasta un máximo de 4 adultos)
Mininum age requirement: 25 years
Must be willing to sign a copy of our rental agreement & send a copy of your ID
No Smoking, No Pets
119 comentarios
Had a great time. Great view and location. Will stay again.
Very nice clean place. Look forward to coming again soon.
Perfect getaway
We are thankful to have found this place for the perfect getaway.
Awesome Place to Stay in this Area
We were in this area for a week of skiing with our Epic Pass and location of this place is perfect for Arapahoe Basin, Keystone and Breckenridge and less than an 50 minutes to Vail. Copper is just Down I70W from here also.
The view from the rear deck is amazing, could see lighted night runs at Keystone.
The unit itself is nicely updated and decorated, Kitchen is well equipped and easy to get around in when 4 adults trying to get ready and out the door for a day of skiing.
You can see from the pictures how nice this place is and when we walked in the door for the first time we were not disappointed.
Valerie is great ! Checked in with us via email prior to our stay and had a great package put together for getting into unit and things to do in the area, we also got an email the evening we arrived to make sure everything was as expected. Never had an owner be that attentive while renting their place.
Next time we are in the area I hope this place is available, we will book again without hesitation.
Nice condo great location
We had 2 couples staying at the condo for a 4 day snowboarding trip. We've rented many places through VRBO and this was one of the top places we've ever rented. The information on the condo was very detailed and we found everything in the condo as listed in the information packet. Directions to get to the condo were very accurate and easy to follow especially when arriving after dark.
The condo has been updated and has a nice layout to it. With 2 couples it was great that each bedroom had a king size bed and it's own bathroom. Only bad thing is deciding which couple got the bedroom with the bigger bathroom. The layout of the condo was great, if someone in the group was an early riser, they could be in the kitchen making coffee or whatever and not disturb those that wanted to sleep in a little bit. The kitchen has been updated and was one of the best stocked we've seen.
Although we didn't get to use it there was also a great looking covered porch area that looked out over the lake. Looked like it would be great place to sit and have a drink and relax. We wished the weather was warmer so we could have used it.
Condo is located with easy access to get on hwy 6 and head to A Basin or Keystone or cut over and head to Breck. It's also located with easy access to get back to I-70 and head to Vail, Copper or BC.
This condo is definitely on our save list for future trips and we're talking about a late summer trip back to Dillion area for some hiking.
Beautiful place to stay!
Awesome place to stay! Everything was fully stocked and we were very comfortable. The view of Lake Dillon amazing!
Lovely condo on Lake Dillon!
This condo is beautifully decorated, well organized, very clean and with a beautiful view of Lake Dillon. Convenient location and right along the bike path of the lake. We enjoyed it and hope to stay there again.


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Spend a long weekend in Ogunquit
Summer days – Labor Day in Maine is all about enjoying the season. At our hotel unwind for a long weekend vacation. Plan your visit to Ogunquit and take a few relaxing days by the pool.
On our holiday package, arrive and settle into our resort with cozy accommodations and amenities to enjoy rain or shine. Take a walk along Marginal Way, then return to the pub for glass of wine and Cabot Cheese tasting. Unwind with dinner next door and taste Maine's famous seafood.
On Saturday, begin with breakfast before strolling Ogunquit Beach. Explore the annual Sidewalk Sale and find art, collectibles and more. Head to Perkins Cove for a lobster cruise or take in the sights at the Ogunquit Museum of American Art. In the evening, return to the hotel and your package dinner at one of Ogunquit's wonderful restaurants.
- Angelina's (Italian)
- Bintliff's (American Continental)
- Clay Hill Farm (Upscale American)
- Jonathan's (American Continental)
- Old Village Inn (Traditional Maine Meals)
- MC Perkins Cove (Upscale Casual Ocean Dining)
On Sunday, rise for an early start and perhaps hike Mt. Agamenticus. Catch the Sunday matinee at the Ogunquit Playhouse before walking along the Shore Road for a casual pizza and Maine craft beer.
There's plenty to do for a long weekend – from a visit to Laudholm Farm to a bike ride along Shore Road. Explore and relax with a long weekend in Ogunquit with us.
Rates are based on double occupancy exclusive of taxes and is offered for dates noted subject to change and extra person charges. Not applicable to groups and cannot be combined with any getaway package or promotional discount. Subject to availability and may be discontinued at any time. Additional blackout dates may apply and arrival dates required as noted.
Check-in is any time after 2p. Check-out on dining package is before 1p; otherwise check-out is 11a. Credit card guarantee of first nights rate plus tax is required to confirm reservations. Higher rates possible during holiday weekends and special events/high season. A deposit refund, minus only a $25 Processing Fee, is made up to 11p seven days prior to the day of arrival. Deposits are Non-Refundable within seven days prior to the day of arrival. Specific location and room requests honored whenever possible, but not guaranteed. All rooms non-smoking. No pets.
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