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| Alder
アデク Adeku
Artwork from Black and White
|Eye color
|Hair color
|Red and orange
|Floccesy Town
|Benga (grandson)
|Trainer class
| ChampionBW
Pokémon TrainerB2W2
| Black and White
Black 2 and White 2
|Champion of
|Pokémon League (Unova)
|Anime debut
|Ash and Trip's Third Battle!
|English voice actor
|Scottie Ray
|Japanese voice actor
|Unshō Ishizuka
Alder (Japanese: アデク Adeku) is the Champion of the Unova region's Pokémon League in Pokémon Black and White.
- 1 In the games
- 2 In the anime
- 3 In the manga
- 4 Trivia
- 5 Names
- 6 Related articles
In the games
In Pokémon Black and White, Alder appears as the wandering Champion of Unova. The player first meets him on Route 5, where he is seen with Cheren. The two are discussing Cheren's ambitions and goals as a Trainer—at this point, Cheren is aiming to be the Champion of Unova. Alder appears at several points in the game to help the player put a stop to the plans of Team Plasma, making appearances at Relic Castle and N's Castle.
Uniquely for a Champion, Alder cannot be battled the first time the player challenges the Pokémon League. By the time the player is ready to challenge him, Alder has already been defeated by N. The player must then battle N, putting each other's beliefs on the line to determine the future of Unova.
In the past, Alder's starter Pokémon died of illness, and in despair over not being able to save it, he began traveling around aimlessly. Before his partner's death, the two of them madly pursued strength, much like Cheren did. The Pokémon's death changed Alder's outlook on life. The identity of this Pokémon is never mentioned in Black and White, but dialogue in Pokémon Black and White 2 reveals that Alder's late partner was Larvesta/Volcarona.
Ghetsis suggests that Alder may not have actually won the title of Champion, instead being requested by the Pokémon League to take the position. It is said that Alder instructed the Elite Four to look after Unova as he traveled around the region.
In Pokémon Black and White 2, former Opelucid City Gym Leader Iris has become the region's Champion. Alder will again assist the player at various points of the game, and he is based in his hometown Floccesy Town. A woman in the Trainers' School notes that Alder had refused to train her because it is the era of young people. After defeating Iris, the player can return to Floccesy Town and accept Alder's request for a battle. If victorious, the player will be able to battle in the Black TowerB2/White TreehollowW2. Alder's grandson Benga is known to train there.
As a former Champion, Alder participates in the Champions Tournament at the Pokémon World Tournament.
Pokémon Black and White
Pokémon Black 2 and White 2
Floccesy Town
Pokémon World Tournament
Alder uses three of these Pokémon in Single Battles, four in Double and Rotation Battles, and all six in Triple Battles. He will always lead with his signature Pokémon, Volcarona.
Larvesta → Volcarona
Pokémon Black and White
- Route 5
- "Oh! Why, if it isn't Elesa! Aren't festivals grand? Life should be enjoyed!"
- "I heard that remark. You're quite a judgmental young person, are you not? My name is Alder. I'm the Unova Pokémon League's Champion. Pleased to make your acquaintance. For your information, I'm not goofing off. I'm on a voyage. I know every corner of Unova."
- "Hm. Traveling with a goal in mind is a commendable thing. And what do you plan to do after becoming the Champion?"
- "Hmm. Becoming stronger... Becoming stronger, you say... Is that alone enough of a goal? Hmmm. It's not that I'm trying to say your way of thinking is wrong... In my travels, I've helped many people learn to love Pokémon. I think that's important, too. If you play with those children, you might gain more of an understanding. Will you two have a Pokémon battle with those two? Hey you two. Come here for a moment."
- After defeating Preschoolers Sarah and Billy
- "Nicely done! You didn't win, but that was a good battle. Your Pokémon looked like they were having fun. Young man, if there are people like you who pursue strength, there are also people who are happy just being with Pokémon. There are many different people and many different answers. When it comes to what a Champion should be, you and I may hold differing views, but so be it! Give it some thought."
- "It's tremendous that people and Pokémon, each so different, can acknowledge each other and be together!"
- Twist Mountain
- "That was a fine Pokémon battle! I'm happy to see that you are both growing as Trainers!"
- "Oh, honestly, Cheren. Just accept the compliment without stinging remark. I've asked you this before, but what do you plan to do after becoming strong?"
- "Hmmm... You remind me of Marshal. Of course, having something you want to become is important. But what is even more important is what you do with your newfound power. Anyway, take this! Here--you, too. If you use the move Surf, you can travel over water. I shall see you again, young Trainers. Don't forget about the needs of the Pokémon at your side!"
- Dragonspiral Tower
- "Yes! Yes, there are!"
- "No time for chitchat! Those violent flashes of lightning that shot from the tower...B/That fearsome column of fire that shot from the tower...W That Pokémon has the power to destroy the world! If it's on Team Plasma's side, and Team Plasma tells everyone to release their Pokémon... No matter whether it comes from fear or admiration... The world can't help but change. It will become a world where we are separated from Pokémon..."
- "If I remember the myth, Zekrom's powerful electricityB/Reshiram's fiery breathW, along with the other Pokémon, devastated ancient Unova in an instant. Even knowing that, N is still wanting to awaken the other?!"
- "Miss, you are a very kind person. Still, I don't know if other Pokémon will be able to stand up to it. Because, no matter what, it is a legendary being... I don't like the idea of taking orders from N, but searching for the dragon--the stone--might not be a bad plan. We certainly can't let Team Plasma reawaken both of them! Since I've traveled all over Unova, I have an idea of where it might be. Let's head to the Relic Castle. <player>, everyone, I'm going!"
- Relic Castle
- "You two. Come here... Come to my side."
- "Release them, you say? Do the Pokémon who live with their Trainers actually want that? Is the liberation you talk about really just stealing Pokémon from people?"
- "I won't lose! I'll fight for all Trainers who love their Pokémon, and for all Pokémon who believe in their Trainers!"
- "So you stayed behind to just tell me that? Just to make a fool of me?"
- "Hmmm... It seems my only choice is to return to the Pokémon League and battle N. But it bothers me to do exactly what Ghetsis wants... More importantly, what should we do about the Light StoneB/Dark StoneW? Yes...that's a good idea. It's hard to breathe in here!"
- Desert Resort
- "What could that guy called N possibly want? Could he be trying to prove he is right by winning the battle of the two dragons?"
- "I could hear Professor Juniper's voice from clear over here! Seems like something big is happening. I wonder what is waiting at the museum in Nacrene City. I'll go on ahead!"
- Nacrene City
- "Wait a moment, <player>!"
- "If you take this Light StoneB/Dark StoneW, that means you'll be the one to battle N if anything happens to me. Are you really OK with that?"
- Yes: "I understand. You are determined to take on this duty. Then, here it is. Prepare yourself. Be strong."
- No: "So, you're just going to allow N to fulfill his plans for a new world? A world where Pokémon and Trainers are separated?"
- No:: "I understand. You are determined to take on this duty. Then, here it is. Prepare yourself. Be strong."
- Yes: "Still, I must ask you... Sincerely, I must ask you... Take this stone. Just in case it's needed!"
- No: "Still, I must ask you... Sincerely, I must ask you... Take this stone. Just in case it's needed!"
- Yes: "I am deeply sorry. I wish I didn't have to burden you. This world of ours, where Pokémon and people live together... Please... If anything happens to me, protect it!"
- "..."
- "Ah-hah. We've got those two. <player>!"
- "Go to Opelucid City. The Gym Leader of that city uses Dragon-type Pokémon. The Gym Leader could know something. I'll go ahead and wait for you there! Until then!"
- Opelucid City
- "Hello, <player>. This way."
- "Ghetsis... What a liar. Desperately trying to con everyone with his speech."
- "Let's go, <player>!"
- "It's been a while, Iris and Drayden."
- "Briefly, my request is this. Tell us about the legendary Dragon-type Pokémon!"
- "Yes! That Trainer called N apparently told <player> here to search for the other Dragon-type Pokémon!"
- "That's right, Iris. The ones who make Pokémon battle are the Trainers... And it's so the Trainers and the Pokémon can get to know each other better.""
- "I'm going to the Pokémon League. No, I guess in this case I should say I'm "returning" to the Pokémon League! Of course, I'll defeat N! I'll teach him about the beauty of this world, where Pokémon and Trainers live together in harmony! Also, <player>, I'll await your arrival. Once you've obtained the Opelucid Badge, come to the League! The Opelucid Gym Leader is tough. Take care!"
- "Farewell. I'm counting on you, Drayden and Iris!"
- Pokémon League - first visit
- "I beg you! Separating people from Pokémon... Do anything but that!"
- "You did well to get this far."
- "Er... I have to congratulate you."
- "I... I lost. I should have been able to demonstrate the bond between me and my Pokémon. That would have shown that brat the worthlessness of his outrageous dreams. So, his convictions were the real thing... Be careful. The ones who change the world are always the ones who pursued their dreams. <player>, I ask this of you. Even if Pokémon and people are separated, nothing good will come of it. Please let him know that!"
- After defeating N
- "You fool! That's a ridiculous idea!"
- After defeating Ghetsis
- "Now, N... Do you still think Pokémon and people should be separated?"
- "You're right. He's truly pitiful."
- "N... I'm sure you have much to think about. I know you were not pursuing idealsB/the truthW because of Ghetsis's manipulation, but because your heart was truly inspired. That is why you were able to meet the legendary Pokémon!"
- "Is that so? What you and the legendary Pokémon are going to do from now on... That's important, wouldn't you say?"
- "N, even if we don't understand each other, that's not a reason to reject each other. There are two sides to any argument. Is there one point of view that has all the answers? Give it some thought."
- Celestial Tower
- "..."
- "My old partner is resting here in the Celestial Tower. It was the first Pokémon I received when I became a Trainer. I come here to ring the bell and comfort its spirit."
- "It was a strong Pokémon. It was courageous, noble, and kind... Together, we madly pursued strength... Without even knowing the meaning of strength."
- "But, in the same way that all stories have a beginning and an end, all lives have an end, as well... It was then that I understood that strength isn't something that remains unchanged forever. However, the joy one feels in being with Pokémon--that is the real thing. In order to spread the word, I left the Pokémon League and kept traveling... That's right! Traveling is wonderful. I've met many different Pokémon, many different Trainers, and now I've met all of you. There are many more Trainers and Pokémon to encounter in the world! <player>! Go out and meet as many of them as you can!"
- "Well, <player>, I'll be waiting for you at the Pokémon League!"
- Pokémon League - Champion battle
- Before initial battle
- "I am grateful for what you did about N. I don't know what he's thinking now, but I'm sure he realizes that different people and Pokémon have their own paths to follow. Say now, how about a match with the strongest Trainer in the Unova region?"
- Before rematch
- "I've really been looking forward to deciding who's the strongest Pokémon Trainer in the Unova region! Kiai!"
- Upon first non-KO HP loss
- "If that is the move you chose after serious consideration, that's fine!"
- After sending out last Pokémon
- "Woooo! Your inexhaustible fighting spirit! Impressive!"
- When the last Pokémon is at critical health
- "Am I being overpowered?! This is nothing! I will overpower you!"
- Being defeated
- "After the battle, a fresh wind blew through my heart... Use the battle with me as a stepping stone and move forward!"
- After being defeated
- "Well done! You certainly are an unmatched talent! Come with me!"
- Hall of Fame
- "This room is the Hall of Fame. It exists to commemorate the Trainers and Pokémon who have demonstrated their stellar strength and kindness of heart."
- "Well, now, <player>. With your skill and persistence, you have earned your place in this Hall of Fame. Your name, the account of your journey, and the history of your battles will all be recorded here. I hope all of this becomes a support to you and helps you grow stronger. Now, Trainer, you and the Pokémon who fought by your side will be recorded in this machine!"
Pokémon Black 2 and White 2
- Route 19
- "You there, Trainer!"
- "My name is Alder! I'm a Trainer with a keen interest in the world. One of my goals is to tell people about how wonderful it is to walk toward the future together with Pokémon."
- "And you are? ... ... Hmph! So you're <player> from Aspertia City!"
- "Your <lead Pokémon> is a fine-looking Pokémon! But, you're not exactly a seasoned Trainer yet... Indeed! I'll train you a little! Follow me!"
- Near the Pokémon Center
- "Oh, that's right! <player>, are your Pokémon well? Your Pokémon are always doing their best for you, the Trainer, so you must always be kind to them! My house is just a little farther! Stop by the Pokémon Center first if you'd like!"
- Past the clock tower
- "Hey, this way! Shall we start training? By the way...why are you holding two Town Maps? ... Oh ho! It's your friend's Town Map, is it? Your friend is the one with the <rival's starter>, isn't he? It just so happens, he was training his Pokémon on Route 20... Well, if that's the case, you should go give him the Town Map first! Just follow this road. It goes to Route 20!"
- If attempting to walk past him before finding Hugh
- "Just follow this road. It goes to Route 20!"
- If spoken to before finding Hugh
- "Just follow this road. It goes right to Route 20! I'll be waiting here until you deliver the Town Map!"
- After meeting Hugh and finding Herdier
- "Oh! It looks like you've delivered the Town Map to your friend! Hrm... You were only gone a moment, but you and your Pokémon have grown. Why, I could almost mistake you for someone else! Well then. Instead of training you, I would like you and your Pokémon to give me a hand!"
- Inside Alder's house, before battling School Kid Seymour
- "That's right! This Trainer may be tough, but you can learn from losing as well. More importantly, haven't I been telling you just to enjoy Pokémon battles? So, <player>! Please be their opponent!"
- After defeating School Kid Seymour
- "That was a fine battle, both of you. Well, next we have..."
- "First we have to heal your Pokémon, <player>."
- After defeating School Kid Cassie
- "That was truly a rousing battle! I could tell that all of the Pokémon were enjoying themselves as well! How about it, <player>? Pokémon types are very important in battle, aren't they? Water is strong against Fire... Fire is strong against Grass... Grass is strong against Water... Type matchups don't decide everything, though!"
- "Let's heal those hard-working Pokémon! <player's lead Pokémon>! You did a great job for <player>! Meeting Pokémon and people you never would have met otherwise is truly one of the great things about traveling!"
- If spoken to before battling Cheren
- "Meeting Pokémon and people you never would have met otherwise is truly one of the great things about traveling!"
- After obtaining the Medal Box
- "<player>! As for the newly opened Pokémon Gym in Aspertia City, I heard a new Gym Leader has arrived there. You should go and test how strong you've become!"
- After defeating Cheren
- "Oh! You won a Gym Badge! That's the result of understanding your Pokémon and bringing out their power!"
- After defeating more Gym Leaders
- "Getting that many Gym Badges is impressive! But you're only partway through your journey... What does being strong really mean?"
- Route 19 (after obtaining the Medal Box)
- "<player>!"
- "Excuse me! I forgot to tell you something important! First, take these!"
- "Those are Oran Berries! If you give one to your Pokémon, its HP will be restored."
- "What's more! You can give your Pokémon a Berry to hold! Like this Oran Berry, for instance. When a Pokémon holds this Berry, it can eat the Berry if it gets hurt in the heat of battle and regain some of its lost HP!"
- "Well... I just told you to challenge the Gym Leader. Aspertia's Gym Leader is a very strong Pokémon Trainer! But you have nothing to worry about! If you think hard about what the Pokémon at your side can do, and what you should do as a Trainer, victory will be yours!"
- "And then you should take on stronger and stronger Trainers... Actually, take on the Gym Leaders of each city! Working together with your Pokémon is what makes you grow as a Trainer. As you and your Pokémon grow stronger, your world will get broader!"
- Floccesy Town (post-game)
- Before battle
- "Oh! You've come! Could I spar with you, the strongest trainer in the Unova region?"
- Yes: "Oh! My heart jumps for joy! Well then, prepare yourself for battle! Kiai!"
- No: "Hrm... Well, I shall wait here then."
- Upon first non-KO HP loss
- "If that is the move you chose after serious consideration, that's fine!"
- After sending out last Pokémon
- "Woooo! Your inexhaustible fighting spirit! Impressive!"
- When the last Pokémon is at critical health
- "Am I being overpowered?! This is nothing! I will overpower you!"
- Being defeated
- "After the battle, a fresh wind blew through my heart..."
- After being defeated
- "That's the Champion for you!"
- "Why, if it isn't Benga! Are you serious, boy?"
- "His/Her name is <player's name>! He/She's the strongest Trainer in the Unova region."
- "How about it, Benga? Do you want to spar, perhaps?"
- "He's a lively one, even for MY grandson! I'll explain what he was talking about. He challenged a place called the Black TowerB2/White TreehollowW2, which appeared in Black CityB2/White ForestW2. You'll find out what kind of place it is if you go there. An ordinary Trainer, however, can't make it to where he is. So that's the story! If you'd like, you should take the challenge as well."
- If talked to again
- "When you find something you want to do, you should take it on without a moment of doubt! Don't worry! You have Pokémon by your side, right? If you're together, you can do things you can't do alone, and your Pokémon can go places they couldn't go on their own."
- Before battle (first round)
- "I show everyone how wonderful it is to move forward together with Pokémon. Competing like this is probably the best way to show everyone!"
- Before battle (second round)
- "I've really been looking forward to deciding who's the strongest Pokémon Trainer in this tournament! Kiai!"
- Before battle (final round)
- "I feel fired up when I see another Trainer, and I imagine which one of us is stronger. When I actually face that Trainer, the excitement builds to fever pitch!"
- When defeated
- Well done! You certainly are an unmatched talent!"
- If the player is defeated
- "That was an extraordinary effort from both you and your Pokémon!"
- After being defeated
- "Well done! The ones who change the world are always the ones who pursued their dreams. That's right! They're just like you."
- After winning
- "When things don't go as you thought, silently continue to train. If you do, someday both you and your Pokémon will be able to battle in the way you envisioned."
- In the lobby, after the tournament
- "Well done! That was an impressive battle. The spirit of my first partner, Larvesta - no, Volcarona - lives on in my current partners, too! I want to add your strength to their experience as well!"
| Sprite from
Black and White
| Sprite from
Black 2 and White 2
| Overworld sprite from
Generation V
| VS sprite from
Generation V
In the anime
Alder debuted in Ash and Trip's Third Battle!, during a flashback of Trip's childhood. He was battling a Trainer in the middle of town with his Bouffalant as Trip watched in awe. After the battle, the Champion approached the child and allowed him to pet and feed Bouffalant. He asked Trip what his goal was, and Trip replied that it was to be Champion. Impressed, Alder inspired Trip to train hard when he got older, and that he would be waiting to challenge Trip someday. Trip sealed the promise with a confident handshake.
Alder physically debuted in Ash Versus the Champion!. Ash and Trip met him on Route 5, and upon meeting them, he referred to them as Ashton (Japanese: サンタロ Santaro) and Tristan (Japanese: シュータロ Shootaro), respectively. He wished to battle both of them in a two-on-one battle, but Trip refused to battle alongside Ash, so Alder settled for battling them one at a time. Trip allowed Ash to go first, thinking that being quickly defeated by the Champion would do him good.
During the battle, Alder just stood calm and allowed his Bouffalant to take multiple attacks from Ash's Pikachu. Ash and his friends then realized Alder was actually sleeping while standing up. Trip woke Alder, while Bouffalant expressed its embarrassment and disappointment in its Trainer. After explaining why he was asleep, Alder commanded Bouffalant to use Head Charge, but Bouffalant was still angry with him and slow to respond. In order to persuade Bouffalant to quit wasting time and attack, Alder slapped its rump, sending it charging. Bouffalant stampeded towards Pikachu, but it stopped quickly, made a U-turn, and attacked Alder instead.
Afterwards, much to Trip's disappointment, and despite his Bouffalant still being fit to battle, Alder conceded defeat to Ash and decided he was finished battling for the day. Trip then questioned Alder about the advice he was given as a child. Alder seemed to be confused by this and then contradicted the original advice he gave Trip by saying becoming the strongest was not the most important part of battling. Trip immediately left in anger, telling Ash he would continue on the path he believed in.
Later, Alder stopped a Gigalith that was on a rampage with his bare hands, removed a nail from its foot that had been causing it pain, and fed it some minerals, making it so thankful that it even saved Officer Jenny from being crushed under a falling monument.
He appeared in a flashback in Climbing the Tower of Success!.
In Jostling for the Junior Cup!, Alder was one of the hosts of the Pokémon World Tournament Junior Cup alongside Freddy O'Martian. The winner of the tournament would be given the opportunity to have a battle with him. As Trip won the tournament in Ash, Iris and Trip: Then There Were Three! by defeating Ash, he got the right the battle Alder. In their battle, although Trip's Serperior was shown to be strong, it was no match to Bouffalant. Then, after talking to Trip and petting his Serperior, he was shown along with Cynthia, Caitlin, and Freddy O'Martian, talking to the competitors and saying their goodbyes.
He made a cameo appearance in the ending credits of Genesect and the Legend Awakened.
Characterized as strong and wise, Alder is respected as the Unova League Champion. He takes a kind approach to raising Pokémon and promotes a balance between humans and Pokémon. Alder pays particular attention to children, hoping to inspire them to become Trainers. He is also reckless, often leaping into action to save the day like in Ash Versus the Champion!, where he approached a rampaging Gigalith.
In his spare time, Alder is typically carefree and relaxed. This extends to the point where he has a habit of sleeping and forgetting things. Much like Brock, he often flirts with women such as Nurse Joy, Officer Jenny, and Cynthia.
This listing is of Alder's known Pokémon in the anime:
| Bouffalant debuted in a flashback to Trip's childhood in Ash and Trip's Third Battle!, in which it easily defeated a Herdier by using Head Charge. After the battle, Alder gave some Pokémon food to Trip in order to feed it.
In Ash Versus the Champion!, Alder sent Bouffalant out to battle Ash's Pikachu. However, it was given no commands as Pikachu hit it with all of his attacks. Frustrated, it then turned to Alder, who was shown to have fallen asleep. Due to this, when Alder told Bouffalant to attack, it attacked him instead of Pikachu. Alder then offered it an apple as an apology. Later Alder sent Bouffalant out to face the rampaging Gigalith, but then decided to handle the situation himself.
It appeared in a fantasy in Climbing the Tower of Success!.
In Ash, Iris and Trip: Then There Were Three!, Bouffalant was used in a battle against Trip's Serperior, and continuing that battle in Goodbye, Junior Cup - Hello Adventure!, it was revealed to have the Ability Sap Sipper, rendering Serperior's Solar Beam useless. Although Bouffalant was sent flying by Serperior's Dragon Tail, it recovered quickly and defeated its opponent with Head Charge.
Bouffalant's only known move is Head Charge, and its Ability is Sap Sipper.
|Ash and Trip's Third Battle!
|Voice actors
|Kenta Miyake
|Bill Rogers
Voice actors
In the manga
In the Pokémon Adventures manga
Black & White chapter
Alder first appeared in A Nickname for Tepig in Black's imagination when he voiced his desired to conquer the Pokémon League.
He debuted in person in Gigi's Choice, where he met Marshal at Nimbasa City. They went to meet the Mayor of Nimbasa City and battled to test the newly-created Battle Subway while waiting for him to arrive. Annoyed the mayor hadn't come even after their battle was finished, Alder went to take a break and play with the wild Pokémon outside. After returning a day later, Alder found out the mayor arrived while he was away, much to his annoyance. When Black and White mocked him for slacking off, Alder claimed he was actually on a spiritual journey.
In The Lesson Ends Here, Alder and Marshal walked together on Route 6, the latter requesting that Alder reconsider stepping down from the position of Pokémon League Champion. They were interrupted by the King of Team Plasma, N, who insulted the League and challenged Alder to a Double Battle. Despite Alder's strength, he was eventually defeated by N, who didn't need to use the power of the Legendary Pokémon Zekrom.
After his defeat, Alder vanished and left the Elite Four to handle the Pokémon League. Team Plasma used N's victory to justify their goal, increasing the amount of released Pokémon and lowering the number of Pokémon League spectators.
Black 2 & White 2 chapter
At some point, Alder's title of Champion was succeeded by Iris.
In PS545, Alder, Iris and Gorm worked together to break out of the White Treehollow, which had been frozen solid by Team Plasma's flying ship, the Plasma Frigate. The three then set off to join Marlon and launch a counterattack against Team Plasma.
In PS547, Whitley and N encountered Alder on the Plasma Frigate. Alder revealed that he and Looker had been battling Ghetsis, but the latter managed to escape and hide himself. N managed to find Ghetsis, but an explosion tore the Plasma Frigate apart, sending everyone flying. Alder and the others escaped to safety on Black's Reshiram, but the Plasma Frigate ended up crashing into the abandoned N's Castle, setting the building on fire and putting the liberated Pokémon Team Plasma left behind in danger. With a combination of Fire, Grass, and Water Pledge, Black and the others successfully doused the flames.
In PS548, Alder attended the Aspertia City Trainers' School graduation ceremony, where he watched Benga and his classmates graduate.
| Bouffalant is Alder's first known Pokémon. It was first seen carrying its Trainer over the water to take him to Nimbasa City. Later, it sparred with Alder while having some fun. It also was used to battle N's Darmanitan and Archeops where it managed to defeat the former before being defeated later on.
Bouffalant's known moves are Head Charge and Megahorn.
|Gigi's Choice
| Accelgor is Alder's second known Pokémon. It was used to battle Marshal at the Battle Subway and defeated his Mienshao. Later, it fought N on Route 6 but was defeated by the combined power of Zorua's Illusions and Gigi.
Accelgor's known moves are Double Team and Acid Spray.
|Unraveling Mysteries
| Escavalier is Alder's third known Pokémon. It was used to battle N along with Bouffalant where it managed to defeat his Darmanitan before being defeated later on.
Escavalier's only known move is Twineedle.
|The Lesson Ends Here
| Vanilluxe is Alder's fourth known Pokémon. It was used to battle N on Route 6 but was defeated.
None of Vanilluxe's moves are known.
|The Lesson Ends Here
In PS548, it was revealed that Alder had one other Pokémon that died due to illness.
In the Pocket Monsters BW manga
Alder appeared in Pocket Monsters BW.
In the Pocket Monsters BW: The Heroes of Fire and Thunder manga
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Alder appears in Pocket Monsters BW: The Heroes of Fire and Thunder as a man with multiple personalities, who describes himself as a burning man. He is first shown in shadow at the Pokémon League destroyed by Zekrom, as N declares that he is next, having defeated all of the members of the Elite Four. On a news broadcast some time later about N's conquest of Unova, he is reported missing. Calling himself an old man passing by, he throws Shin into a Trubbish dump to ask him to look for a very important thing with a (Japanese: ア) written on it that he has lost.
He declares that Shin cannot beat N and then abandons Shin to watch him battle from a nearby rooftop. While Shin is battling, he randomly finds a Hyper Potion with a written on it hidden in his Emboar's tail, which Alder claims is his present to Shin. After the battle ends, Shin asks who he is, and he reveals he is Champion of Unova, that he has known who Shin is all along, and that Shin should have the legendary Pokémon, Reshiram.
He leads Shin to the Relic Castle in the Desert Resort where he says the Light Stone lies, inside showing him ancient drawings depicting the Hero and his Original Pokémon, and the war between the two brothers. Upon reaching the Light Stone, he attacks Shin with his Volcarona and claims it for himself, saying that he left the Elite Four behind as decoys to take Reshiram for himself, so that he alone will be able to stay in Unova once N cleanses it of people.
Challenging Shin that if he can lay a single finger on the Light Stone he will give it to him, he begins a harsh battle against Shin with his flawless Volcarona. After defeating Shin and trapping him in a cage of fire, he says that Alder is weak for keeping Reshiram all to himself, and breaks through Volcarona's fire cage to grab the Light Stone.
Alder's personality reverts to normal and he says that it was all a trial suggested by N to get the Light Stone to accept him as a hero, and as Shin flies away on Reshiram, Alder suggests that once everything is over they should battle again, claiming that he won't lose again, as he bids farewell to the Hero of Fire.
| Volcarona is Alder's only known Pokémon. It was used to battle Shin at the Relic Castle, defeating and then being defeated by Shin's Emboar. Alder claims it to be flawless with its perfect attacks and perfect defense, and each of its six wings can separately release and manipulate its own flame to create a cage of fire.
Volcarona's known moves are Flamethrower, Quiver Dance, and Fire Spin.
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- In the Japanese version of Pokémon Black and White, Alder speaks in old-fashioned Japanese.
- Alder is the only regional Champion who is not battled during the main storyline of the games in which he is Champion. This is due to Team Plasma's activities, preventing the battle the player would have with Alder after beating the Elite Four for the first time.
- While he does not state that he specializes in any specific type, three of his six Pokémon are Bug-type in the teams he uses outside of the Pokémon World Tournament.
- Alder is the only Champion to exclusively use Pokémon that were introduced in the same generation as himself in all of his in-game appearances.
- Alder is also the only Champion to not use any Pokémon capable of Mega Evolving in Generation VI.
- Alder is the only Champion in the anime whose signature Pokémon has not been confirmed to be a part of his team.
- In the Pokémon World Tournament, Alder uses one Pokémon representing each of the Unova Elite Four. He has a Chandelure for Shauntal, a Krookodile for Grimsley, a Reuniclus for Caitlin, and a Conkeldurr for Marshal.
- According to Pokémon Dream magazine, Alder was originally going to have a more "Christ-like" design.
- Alder shares his battle theme with three other characters—Ingo, Emmet, and Benga—more than any other Champion.
|アデク Adeku
|From アデク adeku, Syzygium buxifolium. The larvae of certain moth species are known to feed on the leaves of this plant.
|English, Brazilian Portuguese
|Possibly from alder moth, which makes a reference to his Volcarona. May also be from alder, whose leaves are consumed by numerous species of butterflies and moths. The name origin of alder and its Latin name Alnus are also from the Proto-Indo-European root el- (red, brown). Red alder is also one of the largest species of the Alnus genus. Also from the word alderman, a person elected by other councilors, which Alder was (he was assigned as Champion).
|Possibly from ゴーヤー goya, a name for the bitter melon
|From Laurus, possibly a reference to the laurel wreath
|Possibly from Nardostachys (spikenard)
|From mirto, myrtle. In ancient Greece, myrtle crowns were awarded to champions who accomplished a deed without violence, such as Olympic champions. The Syzygium buxifolium also belongs to the same family as the myrtle plant.
|노간주 No Ganju
|Possibly from 노 (老 no), aged or experienced, and 노간주나무 Noganjunamu (Temple Juniper).
|Chinese (Mandarin)
|阿戴克 Ā Dàikè
|Transliteration of his Japanese name
|Chinese (Cantonese)
|阿戴克 Á Daaihāk
|Same as Mandarin name
|อาเดคุ Adeku
|Transliteration of his Japanese name
|Transliteration of his Japanese name
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Hotels in Paris
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Top neighbourhoods in Paris
Top landmarks in Paris
Find out more about Paris
Exploring Paris
Romantic, stunningly beautiful and nicknamed the 'City of Lights', Paris, with its elegance, charm and culture, captures every visitor's heart. Home to the world's fashion centre, great art galleries and museums, exclusive shopping streets, iconic landmarks, magnificent palaces, Michelin-starred restaurants and luxury hotels, the city offers quintessential French living in all its glory. There's no better place on earth for the holiday of a lifetime or the celebration of a special occasion. The heart of historic Paris is bisected by the slow-flowing River Seine, with its sophisticated Right Bank given over to the city's most famous street the Avenue des Champs Elysees, along with the Place de la Concorde and the Arc de Triomphe. In complete contrast is the bohemian Left Bank, the haunt of artists, writers and philosophers in an earlier era. Hemingway, Picasso, Sartre, Matisse, Toulouse Lautrec, Gauguin and more drew their inspiration from its laidback ambience.
Sights nearby
You could spend weeks checking out the attractions in the French capital, such is the scope and depth of sights here. They are spread far and wide and can mostly been accessed by Metro. The Eiffel Tower, Louvre museum and Arc de Triomphe are all world famous and must-dos.
- Eiffel TowerConsidered a monstrosity by swathes of architects of the day is Paris' top sight, the lofty Eiffel Tower. This iron behemoth is somewhat of a symbol of the country and has a wonderful setting on the Seine. Views are naturally amazing up top, as is the restaurant, if you can afford it.
-The LouvreThis must-do art museum is the world's most famous art repository, containing as it does Leonardo da Vinci's Mona Lisa and pieces by Rembrandt, Titian, Rubens and co. Also on site are fine sculpture and furniture collections and the modern pyramid out front has become somewhat of a draw in itself. The former royal palace is huge and needs good planning to avoid burnout.
-Arch de TriompheThis massive arch sits proudly on the Champs-Élysées and was the brainchild of one Napoleon Bonaparte. The neoclassical arch hails from the early 1800s (of the battle of Austerlitz fame) and rises a whopping 50m or so above the Parisian traffic. The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier is under the arch. Be sure to see it by night when it is beautifully it up.
Eating and drinking and shopping nearby
For traditional French cuisine, nothing beats L'Espadon at the Ritz Hotel on Place Vendome, although L'Epicure at the Hotel le Bristol comes close. Asian cuisine is also a favourite, with Japanese restaurants all over the city. Paris has numerous bars in all arrondissments (districts), where French beer and wine can be enjoyed, and there's also a good club scene. Shopping is a major draw, particularly for fashion in the Fauberg Saint-Honore and Marais areas. The Champs-Elysees, with its great choice of hotels, such as the Hotel Park Lane Paris, is good for Chanel, Dior and Louis Vuitton. Other spectacular hotels in the area the Hotel San Regis and the Paris Marriott.
Public transport
Getting to Paris is straightforward, whether by air, rail or road. Charles de Gaulle International Airport receives flights from all over the world, while Orly International Airport offers flights from European cities and Beauvais Airport is the hub for Ryanair. The city's six mainline stations receive trains from across Europe, including the Eurostar from London, which terminates at the Gare du Nord. Self-driving trips from the UK and other major European cities can be done via motorways and autoroutes, although driving in the city itself can be frustrating due to the high volume of traffic, lack of parking spaces and winding medieval streets.

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Trauma & Resiliency
What is Trauma?
As more attention focuses on the impact of trauma on children, adolescents, and adults, at times it is difficult to differentiate between dangerous or scary situations and traumatic events. In addition, it can be difficult to assess normal versus problematic reactions to those experiences. People live with dangers on a daily basis and, over time, gather information to be able to manage or avoid danger and make their lives safer. However, danger becomes traumatic when the event or situation overwhelms the ability to cope with what has happened and impacts their ability to function in their daily life.
Individuals can experience trauma when they: experience a serious injury to themselves or the injury or death of someone else; face the imminent threat of harm to themselves or someone else; or endure a violation of personal or physical well-being. These situations are considered acute traumatic events because the situations are short-lived. Examples of traumatic events can include sexual assault, physical abuse, domestic violence, community and school violence, medical trauma, motor vehicle accidents, acts of terrorism, war experiences, natural and human-made disasters, suicides, and/or other traumatic losses. Short-term traumatic situations often bring forward feelings for everyone of terror, horror or helplessness.
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Resource Organizations » Trauma and Resiliency
In Massachusetts
Organizations with hotlines
Domestic Violence Services Network
(978) 318-3421
DVSN works in collaboration with communities to end domestic violence. They strive to empower and educate all peoples in ways that respect their dignity and choices while promoting their safety. DVSN is a referral service specifically addressing domestic and dating violence as well as stalking; their services span across 13 communities in Massachusetts including but not limited to Acton, Boxborough, Bedford, Carlisle, Concord, Maynard, Lexington, Lincoln, Stow, Sudbury, Wayland, Weston and Hanscom Air Force Base. They also offer access to specific programs through partnerships with police departments as well as social service agencies in the towns they serve. Programs listed range from informational dinners about legal services, victims assistance, and self-defense training. Other programs exist through partnerships with Emerson Hospital, Middlesex District Attorney's Office, and Concord District Court. DVSN also has a directory of resources that is easily accessible through their website.
Massachusetts Advocates for Children:Trauma and Learning Policy Initiative
The Trauma and Learning Policy Initiative's (TLPI) mission is to ensure that children who have been traumatized by exposure to family violence, and other adverse childhood experiences, succeed in school. To accomplish this mission, TLPI engages in a host of advocacy strategies including legislative advocacy, administrative advocacy, coalition building, outreach and education, research and report writing, and limited individual case representation in special education where a child's traumatic experiences are interfacing with his or her disabilities.
Massachusetts Office of Victim Assistance
Office: 617-586-1340
The mission of the Massachusetts Office for Victim Assistance (MOVA) is to advocate for, and assist all, crime victims, witnesses, their family members, and to direct victim service providers throughout the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Victims and their families are often traumatized, confused, and uncertain about where to turn for help. Victims can receive assistance through MOVA's Service Programs, the SAFEPLAN Program (for victims seeking protection from abuse), and through the Help Directory. The Victim Services Coordinator can provide referrals to appropriate programs, service providers, information, and advocacy organizations to help victims better understand the justice system.
Riverside Trauma Center
Referral Line: 781-433-0672 x 5738
Riverside Trauma Center, a service of Riverside Community Care, helps people in many Massachusetts communities recover from the overwhelming stress caused by traumatic events. Traumatic events can include natural disasters, serious accidents, suicides, homicides, and terrorism. The Riverside Trauma Center provides community outreach and counseling. They also educate communities and organizations about suicide prevention, psychological trauma, and the emotional needs of returning veterans. They serve communities, schools, health and human services providers, organizations, government agencies, workplaces, and individuals.
Organizations without hotlines
Adults and Children Together Against Violence (ACT)
(800) 374-2721
(202) 336-5500
Nearly a half century of research has shown that violence is a learned behavior, often learned when a child is very young. But the skills of violence prevention can also be learned at a young age. ACT emphasizes that the early years are critical for learning and that the adults in children's lives can be the primary teachers of violence prevention. The ACT program mission is to educate communities and adults to create safe, healthy environments that protects children and youth from violence. It accomplishes its mission by disseminating research-based information and skills to adults in simple, accessible, user-friendly messages and materials.
Brain Injury Association of Massachusetts
(508) 475-0032
1-800-242-0030 (Toll-Free)
The Brain Injury Association of Massachusetts provides support services to brain injury survivors and their families, offers programs to prevent brain injuries, educates the public on the risks and impact of brain injury, and advocates for legislation and improved community services.
BRIK (Building Resilience in Kids)
(978) 456-3545
Building Resilience in Kids (BRIK) is a small non-profit helping children who have been stressed by poverty and trauma. We help children directly and through their caregivers to build resilience. BRIK offers workshops and programs that allow children to express themselves creatively while building positive relationships with those around them.
Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children (MSPCC)
MSPCC is dedicated to leadership in protecting and promoting the rights and well-being of children and families. To prevent child abuse, MSPCC focuses on the needs of both the child and the parent. MSPCC's work focuses on preventing or mitigating the effects of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) including physical, sexual, and emotional abuse, neglect, household substance abuse, household mental illness, and domestic violence. By promoting social and emotional learning and supports for children as well as tools to improve parents' skills, MSPCC employs a two-generational approach to improve outcomes for both children and parents. MSPCC combined with Eliot Community Human Services in 2016 to further strengthen the agency's services and better address the needs of children and families. Services provided include pregnancy and parenting support, clinical mental health counseling and care coordination, adoptive and foster parent support, and advocacy. The website allows guardians and/or providers to place referrals for clinical services directly as well.
MGH Center for Anxiety and Traumatic Stress Disorders and Complicated Grief Program
The Center explores the causes and treatments for Complicated grief, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Panic Disorder, Post-traumatic stress disorder and social anxiety and seek to also learn more about the underlying causes and course of these disorders.
National Center for PTSD
802-296-6300 (Information Voicemail Line)
The mission of the National Center for PTSD is to advance the clinical care and social welfare of America's Veterans and others who have experienced trauma, or who suffer from PTSD. The National Center for PTSD conducts/provides research, education, and training in the science, diagnosis, and treatment of PTSD and stress-related disorders. This organization is dedicated to excellence in research and education on the prevention, understanding, and treatment of PTSD. Its purpose is to improve the well-being and understanding of veterans and others suffering from PTSD. The website includes the definition of PTSD, fact sheets on topics related to PTSD, and information of finding professional help.
Safe Havens: Interfaith Partnership Against Domestic Violence
617- 951-3980
Safe Havens works with diverse faith congregations across the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and across the U.S. to promote safe and effective faith-based responses to domestic violence. Safe Havens' staff and Advisory Board include faith community members, domestic violence service providers, and business experts. Safe Havens works collaboratively to help faith communities, and faith leaders identify domestic violence, as well as elder abuse, and respond appropriately. They also help to support and coordinate access to Domestic Violence Shelters across the state.
Outside Massachusetts
Organizations with hotlines
ChildHelp National Child Abuse Hotline
The Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline 1-800-4-A-CHILD (1-800-422-4453) is dedicated to the prevention of child abuse. Serving the United States and Canada, the hotline is staffed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week with professional crisis counselors who, through interpreters, can provide assistance in over 170 languages. The hotline offers crisis intervention, information, literature, and referrals to thousands of emergency, social service, and support resources. All calls are confidential.
National Sexual Assault Telephone Hotline
When you call 800.656.HOPE (4673), you'll be routed to a local RAINN affiliate organization based on the first six digits of your phone number. Cell phone callers have the option to enter the ZIP code of their current location to more accurately locate the nearest sexual assault service provider. Services are confidential and also include information on medical concerns, legalities, as well as resources and referrals to providers in your area. The hotline also offers a live chat as an alternative to a telephone call.
Organizations without hotlines
American Trauma Society
Toll Free: 800-556-7890
Local: 703-538-3544
The American Trauma Society (ATS) is a leading spokes-organization for trauma care and trauma prevention in the United States. The ATS has been the foremost advocate for trauma victims and their families for the past 30 years and continues to seek optimal care for all trauma victims. The ATS has dedicated its time and resources to the formation and operation of trauma systems across this country. Many members of the ATS are members of trauma teams in communities across the country. They are active in their communities and often are politically active, advocating trauma systems to their governments; federal, state and local. The ATS strongly supports national and state legislation that creates and maintains trauma systems. It works closely with the U.S. Congress, various federal agencies and with the office of the President, supporting legislative and administrative efforts that address the financial and legal issues surrounding trauma. The ATS provides critical information on trauma to its members, to policy makers, and to the public. It supports the needs of families. It is also a strong supporter of injury prevention, creating and producing programs and providing these programs to its members.
BrainLine is a national multimedia project offering information and resources about preventing, treating, and living with Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI). BrainLine includes a series of webcasts, an electronic newsletter, and an extensive outreach campaign in partnership with national organizations concerned about traumatic brain injury. BrainLine serves anyone whose life has been affected by TBI. That includes people with brain injury, their families, professionals in the field, and anyone else in a position to help prevent or ameliorate the toll of TBI.
Childhood Violent Trauma Center (CVTC)
Toll Free: 877-496-2238
Phone: 203-785-7047
It is the mission of the National Center for Children Exposed to Violence (NCCEV) to increase the capacity of individuals and communities to reduce the incidence and impact of violence on children and families; to train and support the professionals who provide intervention and treatment to children and families affected by violence; and, to increase professional and public awareness of the effects of violence on children, families, communities and society. The NCCEV serves as a national forum for exploring issues surrounding children's exposure to violence and a partner in national collaborations across the country in urban, suburban and rural areas. The NCCEV offers training, technical assistance and consultation to a variety of collaborative community programs. It also provides a wide range of specialized interventions and services. The NCCEV website includes comprehensive information on children and violence.
Immigrant Women and Domestic Violence
1 800 537-2238
"While there are differences in domestic violence experienced by immigrant women, there may be commonalities, such as patterns of abuse, challenges, and barriers to seeking help. Similarly, domestic violence service providers may face common challenges in offering services to immigrant women survivors. These challenges and barriers could be related to the survivors' immigration status, eligibility for public assistance, cultural practices, English language proficiency, etc. This special collection explores the complex experiences of immigrant survivors and includes resources to support their path to safety and justice. It also includes resources that help service providers respond effectively and appropriately to immigrant women who are experiencing domestic violence."
International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies
ISTSS is an international organization that promotes advancement and exchange of knowledge about severe stress and trauma. This knowledge includes understanding the scope and consequences of traumatic exposure, preventing traumatic events and ameliorating their consequences, and advocating for the field of traumatic stress. ISTSS is dedicated to the discovery and dissemination of knowledge about policy, program and service initiatives that seek to reduce traumatic stressors and their immediate and long-term consequences. ISTSS provides a forum for the sharing of research, clinical strategies, public policy concerns and theoretical formulations on trauma in the United States and around the world. The ISTSS website provides multimedia information and resources for the general public on traumatic stress.
National Child Traumatic Stress Network
(310) 235-2633 (CA Office)
(919) 682-1552 (NC Office)
Established by Congress in 2000, the National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN) is a unique collaboration of academic and community-based service centers whose mission is to raise the standard of care and increase access to services for traumatized children and their families across the United States. Combining knowledge of child development, expertise in the full range of child traumatic experiences, and attention to cultural perspectives, the NCTSN serves as a national resource for developing and disseminating evidence-based interventions, trauma-informed services, and public and professional education. The website includes information on the types of traumatic stress and resources for parents and caregivers whose children are experiencing traumatic stress.
National Native Children's Trauma Center
(406) 243-2644
The mission of the National Native Childhood Trauma Center is to address high rates of traumatic stress amongst American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) children by working under the guidance of U.S. tribal nations in implementing, adapting and evaluating trauma interventions. This work requires understanding, respect and honoring of tribal sovereignty, specific community needs and the use of traditional healing practices. The goals of the Center are to significantly increase and disseminate the number of culturally-relevant, evidence-based interventions for use with AI/AN children (particularly interventions to be delivered in schools) and disseminate these interventions nationally, both on and off reservations and within NCTSN; develop a network of culturally competent, trained educators, mental health providers, and law enforcement personnel who can meet the needs of AI/AN children who experience traumatic stress; and increase the amount of research detailing the processes through which AI/AN children experience and cope with traumatic stress.
Solace for Mothers: Healing After Traumatic Birth
Solace for Mothers is an organization designed for the sole purpose of providing and creating support for women who have experienced childbirth as traumatic. The resources available through this site offer immediate, personal support to mothers and others who are struggling with birth trauma, PTSD after childbirth and anxiety caused by their birthing experiences. If you believe that you have been traumatized by your experiences of giving birth to your child, or by witnessing a birth of someone else's child, Solace for Mothers has resources and supportive communities available for you. They host two online communities where women and those who support them can connect around birth trauma concerns.
The Birth Trauma Association
The Birth Trauma Association (BTA) was established in 2004 to support women suffering from Post Natal Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) or birth trauma. The organization's staff are not trained counsellors or therapists or medical professionals; they are mothers who wish to support other women who have suffered difficult births. The BTA aims to offer advice and support to all women who are finding it hard to cope with their childbirth experience. The website includes information for mothers, fathers, and family members about Post Natal PTSD, information about how to connect with other Mom's who have had similar experiences to get support, as well as lists of resources, including books and websites, that may be helpful to families experiencing Post Natal PTSD.
Trauma Survivors Network
The Trauma Survivors Network (TSN) is a community of patients and families who are looking to connect with one another and rebuild their lives after a serious injury. The TSN is committed to providing valuable, practical information and referral; connecting survivors with peer mentors and support groups; enhancing survivor skills to manage day to day challenges; developing on-line communities of support and hope for trauma survivors and their families and friends; and training health care providers to deliver the best care and support to patients and their families and friends. Membership in the TSN is free for trauma survivors and their friends and families.


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Nikki Nardini – Babe of the Day
Nikki is a 23 year old model, go-go dancer, and springboard diver (what?!) from Miami, Florida who used to be a cheerleader at the University of Alabama where she studied Kinesiology.
She's posed for TeaseUm.com, danced for The Situation, and was a Ring Card Girl at Fight Night.
She also claims that she possesses "an extensive background in … stretching/flexibility". If that doesn't get the blood flowing, she goes on to say she loves the water and her favorite type of shoot is at the beach or by the pool. She also appears to hate clothes.
You need a minute? Well, too bad, here's a video from one of her shoots in Miami. Bienvenidos.
Age: 23 | Location: Miami, FL | Height: 5′ 5″ | Weight: 110 lbs | Measurements: 28C-22-25
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* If you need to build a project from the repository, do so now. Otherwise, if you are just going to be editing static files (i.e., <tt>.html</tt> pages for online help), open the repository (or sub-directory thereof) in the Favorites window. The IDE scans the folder for the <tt>.hg</tt> file and Mercurial support is automatically enabled.
* If you need to build a project from the repository, do so now. Otherwise, if you are just going to be editing static files (i.e., <tt>.html</tt> pages for online help), open the repository (or sub-directory thereof) in the Favorites window. The IDE scans the folder for the <tt>.hg</tt> file and Mercurial support is automatically enabled.
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Using Mercurial to work with NetBeans Sources in the IDE
This document is a simple primer for anyone who has no experience using Mercurial, and wants to get set up working with NB sources as quickly as possible. The steps below provide some useful background information, then show how to install and configure Hg, and provide a simple workflow use-case in the IDE.
Understanding the Hg workflow
The following diagram shows how you can expect to work with Hg in NetBeans IDE:
Understanding the structural representation
The following structural diagram indicates how the shared repo, local repo, and working directory are unique elements, and how the commands you use in the IDE can affect each of them. Note that when you use Fetch, you are traversing three paths in one action: pull, update (or merge then update), and commit.
This diagram is not to be confused with the workflow diagram above: specifically, after you commit changes to the local repo, your next step is to pull from the shared repo, not push!
Comparing Hg commands with CVS
Before stepping through the workflow example, understand how the following Hg terms correlate to CVS commands and match the options provided in the IDE's context-sensitive menu:
- hg clone: (Mercurial > Clone Other) There is no direct correlation to a CVS command. This is due to the differences in workflows between the two version control systems. A clone in Mercurial is your local copy of the entire repository. Before working with Hg, you must have a full snapshot of the shared repository on your system. As demonstrated below, your first step in the IDE is to clone an external repository.
- hg status: The status command (Mercurial > Status) allows you to compare your working directory against your local repository. This is similar to Show Changes in the IDE's CVS support, and opens the Mercurial versioning window in the bottom region of the IDE.
- hg commit: (Mercurial > Commit) Mercurial commit does not serve the same function as CVS commit. In CVS, you commit changes to the shared repository. In Hg, you are committing to your local repo only.
- hg out: (Mercurial > Show Out) There is no direct correlation to a CVS command. This command shows all outgoing changesets in your local repo, which would be sent on the next push.
- hg incoming: (Mercurial > Show Incoming) There is no direct correlation to a CVS command. This command allows you to view a list of incoming changesets from shared repository, which would be brought over on the next pull.
- hg fetch: (Mercurial > Fetch) Fetch is actually an extension built into the Hg client that allows you to perform a useful combination of commands, thus making the workflow more convenient. In CVS, you would perform an update prior to committing local changes. In Mercurial, you must pull changes from the shared repository into your local repo, then update your working directory with your local repo. Then, if any new changesets are pulled from the shared repository, Hg requires that you immediately merge them with your local repo. Fetch automatically performs the merge, then commits any differences between your working dir and the newly-updated local repo. Fetch, in effect, provides a lot of transparency, allowing you to minimize the need to execute low-level commands when stepping through the workflow.
- hg pull: The Hg pull command (Mercurial > Pull from - default) retrieves all changes (i.e., changesets) from the shared repository to your local repository. Note that in the IDE, when you perform a pull, the hg update command is automatically initiated immediately after. When these two commands are performed together, as is the case in the IDE, it is similar to Update in CVS.
- hg update: Mercurial update (Mercurial > Update) simply synchronizes all changesets in your local repository (i.e., the .hg file in the top-level dir of your local repo) with your working directory.
- hg merge: (Mercurial > Merge) Conceptually, a Merge in both CVS and Hg refers to the integration of changes from two or more file revisions into a new revision. However, in Hg a Merge takes on a slightly different role due to differences in the workflows: In Hg, each time you pull new changesets from the shared repo, the changes listed in these changesets must be integrated into your local repo. This requires a merge, and must occur regardless of whether you have specifically modified files that are affected by the changesets. Specifically, hg merge combines two separate changesets in a repository into a new changeset that describes how they combine.
- hg push: (Mercurial > Push to - default) Similar to a CVS commit. An Hg Push sends local changes to the shared repository. Specifically, it sends your local changesets (created after you committed them) to the shared repository. Therefore, it is necessary to commit any changes in your working directory to your local repo before pushing them to the shared repository.
Installation and preparations
Getting the Hg client software
Prebuilt, binary packages exist for most platforms: http://www.selenic.com/mercurial/wiki/index.cgi/BinaryPackages. If a package is not available for your platform, or if you want to download and build from sources, you will also need a Python interpreter and C compiler. See here for more details.
Hg client version 1.0.1 is recommended for working in the IDE (as of May 2008).
Integrating Hg into the IDE
It is recommended that you install NetBeans IDE 6.1, where Mercurial support is already included. There is also a downloadable module for NetBeans IDE 6.0, but it is not as mature or full-featured.
Note: Currently (20 Feb, 2008) the IDE presents you with a warning dialog stating that you are not using the correct client version:
If you are using 0.9.5 or later, you are fine. Click OK to continue.
Making sure the path to the Mercurial executable is set properly
If the IDE can't find the executable, a pop-up warning displays immediately after you've installed the plugin. The IDE searches for the Hg executable on your computer's $PATH. If installation did not add the executable to the $PATH variable, or if you installed to a unique location, you'll need to specify this manually in the IDE.
You can set the path in the IDE by choosing Tools > Options from the main menu, then Miscellaneous > Versioning > Mercurial. Enter the path in the text field. If you are using a Mac, try /usr/local/bin, otherwise look at this entry in Igor Minor's blog.
Configuring the Hg client
You can configure the Hg client directly through the IDE. Basic configuration requires that you specify your NetBeans username, and activate certain Hg extensions that allow you more convenience when working with Mercurial. Several Hg extensions are packaged with the client, namely Fetch.
To configure the Hg client, open the Mercurial Options window (Tools > Options from main menu. Then: Miscellaneous > Versioning > Mercurial).
- Make sure your NetBeans username is set in the Mercurial User Name text field.
- To enable Fetch, click the Manage Extensions button, then add 'fetch' to the Property Name text field and click Add. The Fetch extension is activated and listed in the bottom region of the editor. You do not need to add anything to the Property Value field because presumably extensions from the Hg client are already added to your $PATH.
Note: The Mercurial Options window allows you to make changes to the Hg configuration file located in your user directory. On Linux, this is the .hgrc~ file located your home directory. On Windows, this is the hgrc file located in: C:\Documents and Settings\my name\Application Data\Mercurial. Declarations to the Hg config file located in your user directory take precedence over declarations in the global configuration file (Mercurial.ini on Windows), which is located in your Hg installation directory.
- If you are using Windows, you also need to convert new lines to CRLF in your checkout. To do so, you should modify your global configuration file Mercurial.ini. See the note about configuring this here.
Creating a clone of NB sources repository
- In the IDE, choose Team > Mercurial > Clone Other from the main menu. The Clone External Repository wizard opens. In Repository URL, enter your netbeans.org username and password, followed by the URL to the repository, e.g.:
where <myUsername> is your NetBeans username.
- Click Next and in the second step enter the location on your computer where you want the local repository to be.
Note: If you are running Windows, be careful of the path length that you specify; i.e., C:\Documents and Settings\myName\My Documents\NetBeans\etc\etc can cause an unsuccessful clone due to very long file paths! Try using C:\ instead.
Also note that the default clone name is main, which matches the name of the NB shared repository. Click Finish to initiate the clone. Output is generated in the Output window, however be aware that the output does not list any files or directories that are being pulled from the remote repo. A clone can take anywhere between 1 and 5 hours to complete depending on connectivity, and requires approx. 800 MB of space. One way to see whether content is actually being pulled is to navigate to the local repo's location on your system's explorer and periodically refresh the size of folder to make sure it is increasing. The output for a successful clone looks similar to the following:
Mercurial Clone --------------- adding changesets adding manifests adding file changes ... 75298 files updated, 0 files merged, 0 files removed, 0 files unresolved The number of output lines is greater than 500; see message log for complete output INFO Clone From: http://firstname.lastname@example.com/main INFO To: C:\hg-repo\main INFO: End of Clone
Note: Upon completing the clone, the IDE confronts you with a dialog that asks: "When working with this Clone, if you are doing any Merges or Reverts Mercurial may generate additional files with extensions, .orig, .chg and .rej. Would you like the IDE to automatically ignore them by adding these extensions to the clone's .hgignore file?" Click No. The expressions are already in the .hgignore file. Clicking Yes will duplicate those entries and ensure that you will have to commit and push a change to .hgignore, which will cause scorn and embarrassment.
- If you need to build a project from the repository, do so now. Otherwise, if you are just going to be editing static files (i.e., .html pages for online help), open the repository (or sub-directory thereof) in the Favorites window. The IDE scans the folder for the .hg file and Mercurial support is automatically enabled.
Configuring default protocols
Before you begin stepping through the workflow, you need to specify the default protocols for pulling changes from, and pushing changes to the shared repository. You can do this by opening the Hg Properties Editor (Mercurial > Properties). Note that the Properties Editor is associated with the clone you are working in. Therefore, changes you make in the Properties Editor are recorded in the hgrc file located in the .hg directory found in the top-level folder of your clone.
The Properties Editor should open with the default push and pull locations set to the URL you specified when cloning. Modify your default-push entry by add your NetBeans password and changing the protocol to https.
Important: Use http to pull, and https to push (as shown below). Also note that you only need your password for default-push:
Stepping through the workflow in the IDE
Editing files, viewing changes to your working directory
After editing files as you normally would, you can view all modified files in your working directory.
- To view changed files: Right-click a versioned file or folder and choose Mercurial > Status. This invokes the Hg Versioning window, which displays all changes in your working directory:
Committing changes to your local repository
- To commit changes to your local repository: The UI is exactly the same as for CVS: Right-click a file or folder that contains changes and choose Mercurial > Commit. You can also click the Commit icon from the Versioning window ().
You should see a similar message to the following in the Output window, indicating that your local repository has been updated to include changes from your working directory:
Mercurial Commit ---------------- Committing 3 files to repository for General Online Help: C:\hg-repo\main\usersguide\javahelp\org\netbeans\modules\usersguide\files\files_icons.html C:\hg-repo\main\usersguide\javahelp\org\netbeans\modules\usersguide\files\files_properties.html C:\hg-repo\main\usersguide\javahelp\org\netbeans\modules\usersguide\files\files_ignore-files.html INFO: End of Commit
- Note: Because you maintain a copy of the entire repository on your system, the general practice when using Hg is to make multiple commits to your local repository, then, only when a given task is complete, you push your changes to the shared repo.
Viewing changesets created in your local repository
In order to verify what changesets were created from committing changes to your local repo, you can choose Mercurial > Show Out. This is a handy command because after you commit changes, all modified files return to their 'unchanged' state in the IDE (i.e., versioning badges disappear and color coding for file names returns to black).
The below capture indicates that 3 files have been committed within the usersguide/files folders of the user's local repository:
Performing a Fetch
Before you can push changes that you have committed locally to the shared repository, you need to bring your local repository in sync with the shared repository. You can most easily do this with the Fetch command. This is similar to performing an update prior to committing in CVS. However, it is more involved since an HG setup has three levels (shared repository, local repository, working directory) whereas CVS only has two (repository, working directory).
When you perform a Fetch, the Hg client actually performs three (or four) actions: pull, update and commit (or: pull, merge (if necessary), then update and commit the merge). If new changesets are received, Fetch will merge them into your working directory, then perform a commit in order to create the most recent changeset (i.e., tip) in your local repository.
Note: It is also possible to run pull, merge (if necessary), then update and commit sequence of commands separately. However, this is not recommended. Any advantage gained doing this is small and the risks of getting something wrong are significant. If you do opt to use these commands instead of fetch, remember that the IDE runs Pull with the -u option, which means that the update command follows the pull.
- To run fetch, right-click a versioned item and choose Mercurial > Fetch. If your Fetch is successful, you will receive output similar to the following in the Output window:
Mercurial Fetch --------------- INFO: Running Fetch for C:\hg-repo\main pulling from http://email@example.com/main searching for changes adding changesets adding manifests adding file changes added 11 changesets with 58 changes to 57 files (+1 heads) merging with new head 68065:b04a33653113 58 files updated, 0 files merged, 0 files removed, 0 files unresolved new changeset 68066:377b8c7d19fd merges remote changes with local INFO: End of Mercurial Fetch
The output indicates that 11 changesets were pulled from the shared repository and merged into the local repo. (Note that the working directory is also updated to reflect changes, but this is not indicated in the output. A new changeset is created that merges the current state of the shared repository with that of the local repository. Note that the local ID of this changeset is 68066. This changeset is listed below in the push, as it is now the most current version of the repository (i.e., tip).
Note: If merge conflicts arise when you perform a Push or Fetch, you will need to sort these out manually in the Source Editor.
Important: If merge conflicts arise in files that you never intended to touch, take this as a sign of trouble. You should STOP and ask someone for HELP.
Pushing your changes to the shared repository
After you perform a successful Fetch, your local repository becomes in sync with the tip (i.e., most recent changeset in the repository). You are now ready to push any new changesets that you've created in your local repo to the shared repository. To do so, choose Versioning > Push to - default.
Note that all changes must be committed to your local repository prior to being pushed. If not, Mercurial prevents you from performing a Push.
- To push changes, choose Versioning > Push to - default. The output from a successful Push will list any changesets created (the first, i.e., oldest, is shown below):
Mercurial Push -------------- INFO Changesets to push: comparing with https://tgiunipero:***@hg.netbeans.org/main searching for changes changeset: 68054:6ab9355c2f2c user: firstname.lastname@example.com date: Tue Feb 19 02:40:53 2008 +0100 files: usersguide/javahelp/org/netbeans/modules/usersguide/files/files_icons.html usersguide/javahelp/org/netbeans/modules/usersguide/files/files_ignore-files.html usersguide/javahelp/org/netbeans/modules/usersguide/files/files_properties.html description: minor fix.
The Push concludes, listing one more changeset, which is the one created by the merge from the previous Fetch. Finally, there is closing information indicating a successful push:
changeset: 68066:377b8c7d19fd tag: tip parent: 68054:6ab9355c2f2c parent: 68065:b04a33653113 user: firstname.lastname@example.com date: Tue Feb 19 03:16:42 2008 +0100 description: Automated merge with http://hg.netbeans.org/main pushing to https://tgiunipero:***@hg.netbeans.org/main searching for changes adding changesets adding manifests adding file changes added 2 changesets with 3 changes to 3 files notify: sending 1 subscribers 1 changes INFO Push To: https://tgiunipero:email@example.com/main INFO From: C:\hg-repo\main
Useful notes and comments
- If your Fetch fails and includes an error about hgmerge not being found and/or info like "There are unresolved merges, you can redo the full merge using....", hgmerge needs to be set up. That might be done by getting a more recent binary (which does this for you) or by setting hgmerge manually, as indicated http://www.johnodonovan.net/blog/?p=6 or at http://www.selenic.com/mercurial/wiki/index.cgi/MergeProgram (scroll down to the Windows heading).
- USE FETCH. If you use Fetch, you will never be asked to manually commit merges (except for cases of merge conflicts). This will save you a lot of doubt and confusion about whether you are committing something you shouldn't be. If you are using Fetch and you are asked to manually commit changes to files you did not intend to change, you know for sure that something is wrong (STOP and ask for help). If you use pull/update/merge, you will be asked to manually commit merges, so it will be harder to tell if anything is really wrong.
- For the time being, DO NOT USE ROLLBACK OR REVERT MODIFICATIONS. If you revert to a previous changeset, make 100% sure it is a changeset you created locally. You are effectively reverting all changes in the NB Sources repo to that snapshot, so it is important to avoid the risk of inadvertently reverting changes made by others.
- When in doubt about what you are pushing to the shared repository, choose Mercurial > Show Out. This lists all outgoing changesets from your local repository to the shared repo. If there are many changes to files you are not familiar with, or in general the info looks suspicious, STOP and ask for help.
- You perform a Fetch and receive the following dialog:
...with the following output:
Mercurial Fetch --------------- INFO: Running Fetch for C:\hg-repo\main ERROR Command failed: Command: [Hg,-Config,Extensions.fetch=,Fetch,-Cepository,C:\hgCepo\main] Output: [Abort:OutstandingUncommittedChanges] INFO: End of Mercurial Fetch
This can happen if you have not committed all changes in your working directory. Try committing changes then retry Fetch.
- You perform a Fetch and receive the following dialog:
This can happen if someone has pushed to the shared repo since the time that you last fetched (or pulled). Try performing a Fetch again, then Push.
- If you are running Windows and get the following output error when trying to push:
Mercurial Push -------------- ERROR Command failed: Command: [Hg,Outgoing,V,-Vepository,F:\NBsource\main,Https://username:****@hg.netbeans.org/main/] Output: [ComparingWithHttps://username:***@hg.netbeans.org/main/,Abort:Error:Error:140770FC:SSLRoutines:SSL23_GET_SERVER_HELLO:unknownProtocol] INFO: End of Mercurial Push
This can happen if MSIE is adding global proxy settings to your computer. Try opening MSIE, then: Tools > Internet Options, chose Connections tab, click LAN Settings button, and uncheck the "Use Proxy server for your LAN" box.
Other Resources
The instructions presented here are not exhaustive. If you are searching for more in-depth info, the following list shows some good places to start. The first two links are particularly useful:
- http://www.selenic.com/mercurial/wiki/index.cgi/UnderstandingMercurial: Mercurial is a "decentralized development model," which is why the structure and workflow is slightly different than that of CVS and Subversion. This page explains some basic concepts, as well as Hg versioning terminology like cloning, pushing and pulling, changesets.
- http://www.selenic.com/mercurial/wiki/index.cgi/CvsConcepts: The heading entitled "Workflow in Mercurial compared to CVS" is worth a quick read.
- http://www.selenic.com/mercurial/wiki/index.cgi/Tutorial: The official, hands-on, introductory tutorial.
- http://wiki.netbeans.org/HgHowTos: Developers' NetBeans Mercurial How-To
- http://wiki.netbeans.org/HgTrainingMaterials: NetBeans + Mercurial Training
- http://wiki.netbeans.org/HgMigrationDocs: Documentation for Users of hg.netbeans.org


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New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg Thursday called the defeat of gun restrictions in the U.S. Senate "a disgrace" and said "children lost."
"They're going to die," said Bloomberg, a longtime gun control advocate and co-chairman of Mayors Against Illegal Guns. "And the criminals won."
The Senate bill to expand background checks for gun buyers drew 54 votes Wednesday, six short of the 60 needed to advance.
The measure was among those defeated despite lobbying by former U.S. Rep. Gabby Giffords, wounded in a shooting at an event in her Arizona district, and by family members of those killed by Adam Lanza in Newtown, Conn., in December.
Bloomberg, a billionaire media mogul, said he would work to defeat senators who voted against the background checks and urged other New Yorkers to do the same.
"I've said before, I will support those who do what's right for America," Bloomberg said. "I'm going to support those who did the right thing. And if there's an election between somebody who didn't and somebody who wants to, of course I'm going to do that, and I would hope you would do that, too."
Speaking at a Manhattan news conference to promote energy-saving initiatives, Bloomberg lashed out at gun control opponents.
"This just is over the top," he said. "When 80 or 90 percent of the people want to do something, when the issue is simply do you continue murder or not, do you continue this terrible suicide rate among people who have problems or not . . . it's so inconceivable to me that some of these senators voted the way they did. How can you look at constituents in the eye when you go home?"
Bloomberg has attributed New York City's falling violent crime numbers in recent decades to its restrictive gun laws. The National Rifle Association has argued that tighter laws would have no effect on public safety and crime.
The NRA did not immediately return a call Thursday seeking a comment on Bloomberg's vow to go after senators who voted against the gun law.


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SHERIDAN, Wyo. – Thom Gabrukiewicz's first collection of flash fiction, Troublemaker, will be released on Kindle, Nook, Smashwords and iBooks on Sept. 23, 2013.
Troublemaker contains 30 flash fiction pieces Gabrukiewicz has written over the past eight years. The titles shift from light and whimsical to maliciously dark.
What is flash fiction exactly? That's hard to pin down, since opinions vary. Most flash fiction writers agree that the genre is brevity in action, a story that has been whittled down to its essence whilst remaining a complete story, with plot, narrative, character/s, conflict, and resolution.
In Troublemaker, the stories range anywhere from 300 to 2,000 words, meaning readers can consume a little or a lot at one sitting.
Thom Gabrukiewicz is both a communicator and a writer of flash fiction. Most of what he writes is kind of dark, with occasional forays into the light. He's a winner of some awards and has covered two Winter Olympics for Scripps Howard News Service. He's also written a guidebook about hiking with dogs. He's worked in newsrooms across the U.S., most recently in Sioux Falls, S.D. and Redding, Calif. He currently lives and works in the wilds of Wyoming.
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The Bishops and Clerks, off St Davids Head on the north coast of Pembrokeshire, are not, as might be supposed, a bunch of clergymen cloistered on an offshore island.
They are in fact a treacherous archipelago of fang-like rocky islands encircling the coast like a sinister necklace waiting to choke unwary sailors.
The Elizabethan antiquary and writer George Owen of Henllys, near Nevern, described them in one of his books in 1595 as "The Bishop and these his Clerkes preache deadly doctrine to their winter audience, such poor seafaring men as are forcyd thether by tempest, onlie in one thing they are to be commended, they keepe residence better than the rest of the canons of that see are wont to do."
George Owen miscounted when he mentioned the Bishop, for there are in fact two - the North Bishop, some three miles due west of St Davids Head and the South Bishop, a similar distance due west of the southern tip of Ramsey Island. The two Bishops are about 9 miles apart and their retinue of clerks of various sizes amount to over 20 islets and rocks, protruding like canine teeth above the surface at low water, but most of them hidden treacherously beneath the surface when the tide is high. They have caught many an unwary sailor down the ages. One victim in February 1855 was the Packet steamer Morna, on voyage from Belfast to London carrying a contingent of Army recruits. Strong currents in the Irish Sea had pushed the vessel off course, and in dense fog she hit the North Bishop. Some of the recruits panicked and launched the boats, one of which overturned drowning all aboard her. The Captain, crew and remaining passengers managed to launch another lifeboat and reached Ramsey island and the mainland while the other survivors were picked up by a passing ship and landed at Milford Haven. In June 1872 the Liverpool schooner Mersey sank off the South Beach, all her crew being rescued, while In November 1906, the cargo steamer Langton Grange was wrecked on the North Bishop, where, In November 1915 the Norwegian barque Formosa, on voyage from Nova Scotia to Liverpool with a cargo of timber, also came to grief on the cruel rocks after running into one of the worst gales her Master, Captain Frederick Eriksen, had ever encountered. Hit by a freak squall of great violence. which ripped her sails away and left her drifting helplessly, she ended up wrecked on a submerged rock off the North Bishop. Her plight had been spotted from the shore and St Davids lifeboat, the General Farrell, under Coxswain Ivor Arnold, was launched, found the ship abandoned, and then spotted one of her boats with 11 men aboard, who were all rescued. Another boat with the captain and the remaining five crew aboard was swept into Whitesands Bay, where it capsized in the heavy surf, but the occupants, exhausted and soaked, managed to reach the shore safely.


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The title here refers to what's going on in my head; it is not a prophecy about the amount of laundry we will be doing once the guest house opens.
On Friday at 7.30am we met with our accountant, and at 6pm that evening – after a manic day's work – we met with our brand/web designer. Around 8pm Danny and I had a heated debate about on-peak and off-peak timings, and after a brief appearance at a birthday / Halloween party I excused myself to lie on my sofa with a stress induced belly ache, attempting to get some peace in my head by watching mind-numbingly bad Friday night television.
I suspect that what's happened is that this process has morphed from a linear like form to something less tangible. After all, taking one step at a time is fine if you know what the next step is. When there are a number of steps to take, and they can all be taken at the same time and require the same amount of energy it's difficult to know in which direction to turn. I am also finding that whatever I do ends up leading to additional (mini) to do's, all of which take me further away from the initial choice and all the other things I have to remember to go back to.
Being absolutely paranoid that I will forget the one thing that is holding this project together even my lists have lists…. and they are everywhere. Everytime I switch on my computer at work or at home, open any one of my 3 email accounts, look at my diary, and find random bits of scrap paper, I am finding more lists.
I am also continually frustrated that I can't do everything to completion. I can't just remember to cancel my TV license, or inform the council that I'm moving. I have to remember it once, do the first thing, I then have to remember it again, and follow up once I have more information at my disposal or once someone has got back to me.
Then there's the 'to do' list that isn't urgent because it's not about us moving out of our two flats, it is however vital if we are going to be able to market the guest house properly and not go bankrupt in the first year; and EVERYTHING – I mean EVERYTHING has an additional cost associated with it. We can't possibly account for every single cost we are going to encounter, and everywhere we turn there seems to be more of the little blighters.
I wonder if this blog sounds like the inside of my head – disorderly, inarticulate, travelling at around 200 m.p.h, and leaping from one thought to another in the space of 15 seconds.
On Saturday, in order to address this problem, I attempted to practice some meditation. I spent 15 minutes sitting on my sofa listening to some woman, with an incredibly soft and calm voice, talking me through how to cope with change. I am to 'let it flow through me' apparently.
After 15 minutes I had written another to do list.
By Sunday night Danny was talking me down off the ledge (opposites really do attract) while we sat in my flat surrounded by boxes. He had to remind me (more than once, I'm ashamed to admit) how exciting it is that we're moving to the opposite end of the country, and that all this craziness will be worth it in the long run.
Today I'm trying not to engage with lists and all things crazy, and am focusing on the only real to-do list that's absolutely necessary: (1) BREATHE (2) EAT (3)SLEEP; everything else is a bonus.


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Eric Till (b. 1929) is a veteran film and television director. For Jim Henson, Till directed several episodes of Fraggle Rock, beginning in the second season, including the final episode. He also helmed three television specials.
Eric Till began his career in England, directing for the BBC, before migrating to Canada in the 1970s. His feature credits included the 1968 caper film Hot Millions (starring Peter Ustinov, Bob Newhart, and Robert Morley), All Things Bright and Beautiful (based on the James Herriott novels), Oh, What a Night (with Corey Haim and Robbie Coltrane), the Red Green movie Duct Tape Forever, and the 2003 religious bio-pic Luther (again with Ustinov). In television, Till directed episodes of The Forest Rangers, the 1980s revival of The Twilight Zone, F/X: The Series, and The Hitchhiker, as well as several TV movies, including An American Christmas Carol (with Henry Winkler and Gerry Parkes).
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- Fraggle Rock
- Episode 205: Uncle Matt Comes Home
- Episode 213: Red's Club
- Episode 215: Manny's Land of Carpets
- Episode 218: The Day the Music Died
- Episode 222: Doozer Is As Doozer Does
- Episode 223: Boober's Quiet Day
- Episode 316: The Battle of Leaking Roof
- Episode 322: Gunge the Great and Glorious
- Episode 401: Sprocket's Big Adventure
- Episode 407: The Perfect Blue Rollie
- Episode 409: Wembley's Flight
- Episode 503: The Voice Inside
- Episode 505: The River of Life
- Episode 507: Gone, But Not Forgotten
- Episode 508: Mokey, Then and Now
- Episode 513: Change of Address
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