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Moving the finger during Tashahhud
It is proven that the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him) used to point with his index finger and move it during the tashahhud when praying.
The scholars differed concerning that and there are several points of view.
1 – The Hanafis say that the finger should be raised when saying "Laa (no)" in the phrase "Ash-hadu an laa ilaaha ill-Allaah (I bear witness that there is no god except Allaah)" and it should be lowered when saying, "ill-Allaah (except Allaah)."
2 – The Shaafa'is say that it should be raised when saying "ill-Allaah."
3 – The Maalikis say that it should be moved right and left until one finishes the prayer.
4 – The Hanbalis say that one should point with the finger when saying the name of Allaah, without moving it.
Shaykh al-Albaani (may Allaah have mercy on him) said: There is no basis for any of these definitions and manners in the Sunnah. The closest of them to the correct view is the Hanbali view, were it not that they limited raising the finger to when saying the name of Allaah.
Tamaam al-Minnah, p. 223.
With regard to the evidence concerning this issue:
(a) It was narrated that 'Abd-Allaah ibn al-Zubayr said: When the Messenger of Allaah (peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him) sat during the prayer, he would place his left foot between his thigh and calf, and tuck his right foot underneath him, and place his left hand on his left knee, and place his right hand on his right thigh, and point with his finger.
Narrated by Muslim, 579.
In al-Nasaa'i (1270) and Abu Dawood (989) it says: "He used to point with his finger when making du'aa' but he did not move it."
This addition – "but he did not move it" – was classed as da'eef by Ibn al-Qayyim in Zaad al-Ma'aad, 1/238. It was also classed as da'eef by al-Albaani in Tamaam al-Minnah, p. 218.
(b) It was narrated that Waa'il ibn Hajar said: I said: I will certainly watch how the Messenger of Allaah (peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him) prays. So I watched him and he stood up and said takbeer ("Allaahu akbar"), and raised his hands until they were level with his ears. Then he placed his right hand on his left hand, wrist and lower forearm. When he wanted to bow, he raised his hands likewise, and put his hands on his knees, and when he raised his head he raised his hands likewise. Then he prostrated and put his hands level with his ears, then he sat with his left foot tucked underneath him and put his left hand on his left thigh and knee, and he put the edge of his right elbow on his right thigh. Then he held two of his fingers and made a circle, then he raised his forefinger and moved it, making du'aa' with it.
Narrated by al-Nasaa'i, 889; classed as saheeh by Ibn Khuzaymah, 1/354; Ibn Maajah, 5/170; classed as saheeh by al-Albaani in Irwa' al-Ghaleel, 367.
Shaykh Ibn 'Uthaymeen quoted this hadeeth – "moving it, making du'aa' with it" – as evidence that moving the forefinger during the tashahhud should be done with every phrase of the du'aa'. He said in al-Sharh al-Mumti':
The Sunnah indicates that he should point with it when making du'aa', because the wording of the hadeeth is "moving it, making du'aa' with it". So every time you make du'aa', move your finger thus indicating the exalted nature of the One to Whom you are addressing your du'aa's. So we say:
"Al-salaamu 'alayka ayyuha'l-Nabiyyu (peace be upon you, O Prophet)" – you should point your finger because this salaam is a kind of du'aa'. "Al-salaamu 'alayna (peace be upon us)" – you should point your finger. "Allaahumma salli 'ala Muhammad (O Allaah, send blessings upon Muhammad)" – you should point your finger. "Allaahumma baarik 'ala Muhammad) O Allaah, send blessings upon Muhammad)" – you should point your finger. 'A'oodhu Billaahi min 'adhaab jahannam (I seek refuge with Allaah from the torment of Hell)" – you should point your finger. "Wa min 'adhaab al-qabr (and from the torment of the grave)" – you should point your finger. "Wa min fitnat il-mahya wa'l-mamaat (and from the trials of life and death)" – you should point your finger. "Wa min fitnat il-maseeh il-dajjaal (and from the tribulation of the Dajjaal) – you should point your finger. Every time you make du'aa' you should point your finger, indicating the greatness of the One to Whom you are making du'aa'. This is closer to the Sunnah. End quote.
It is Sunnah when pointing to look at your finger.
Al-Nawawi said:
The Sunnah is not to let your gaze go beyond the pointing finger. There is a saheeh hadeeth concerning this in Sunan Abi Dawood. You should point in the direction of the qiblah and intend when pointing to affirm the Oneness of Allaah and exclusive devotion to Him.
Sharh Muslim, 5/81.
The hadeeth to which al-Nawawi (may Allaah have mercy on him) referred is the hadeeth of 'Abd-Allaah ibn al-Zubayr quoted above. The version narrated by Abu Dawood is (989): "And he should not let his gaze go beyond his pointing finger." Classed as saheeh by al-Albaani in Saheeh Abi Dawood.
It is Sunnah to point with it towards the qiblah.
It was narrated from 'Abd-Allaah ibn 'Umar that he saw a man moving pebbles with his hand whilst he was praying. When he finished, 'Abd-Allaah said to him: "Do not move pebbles whilst you are praying, for that comes from the Shaytaan. Rather do what the Messenger of Allaah (peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him) used to do. He put his right hand on his thigh and pointed with the finger that is next to the thumb towards the qiblah, and he fixed his gaze on it." Then he said: "This is what I saw the Messenger of Allaah (peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him) doing." Narrated by al-Nasaa'i, 1160; Ibn Khuzaymah, 1/355; Ibn Hibbaan, 5/273. classed as saheeh by al-Albaani in Saheeh al-Nasaa'i.
Bending the finger slightly when pointing was mentioned in the hadeeth of Numayr al-Khuzaa'i, narrated by A u Dawood, 991, and al-Nasaa'i, 1275.
But this is a da'eef (weak) hadeeth.
See Tamaam al-Minnah by al-Albaani p. 222.
And Allaah knows best.


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Tuesday, August 10, 2010
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19 comments:
- The Truth.August 10, 2010 at 11:49 AM
I don't need dancing shoes to walk all over Mark McNairy's face.
ReplyDelete - Vik RadicsAugust 10, 2010 at 12:07 PM
Mark McNairy is a peculiar cat. I've never met anyone else who eats eggs three times a day and replenishing his thirst solely with vitamin water.
ReplyDelete - AnonymousAugust 10, 2010 at 12:26 PM
1. Picking out colors does not make you a "designer."
2. Who owns Walk-Over, anyway? If you type walkover.com into your browser, you're redirected to Dexter shoes, which is owned by Payless. - AnonymousAugust 10, 2010 at 12:56 PM
Uh oh! What is your boyfriend McNairy going to think? Better hope he doesn't pull out of that horrible online store you have!
ReplyDelete - AnonymousAugust 10, 2010 at 1:16 PM
Those do not look like the old Walk-overs. The old Walk-Overs had a much more subtle shape and toe. They were more refined bucks. Those look like McNairy "playing" with classics again. The saddle stitching is all wrong compared to the ones I had.
ReplyDelete - AnonymousAugust 10, 2010 at 9:36 PM
As I'm currently looking down at the white Walk-Over bucks on my feet I can tell you that the relaunch shape appears to be only slightly less sleek than the originals, yet the colors make them inherently more appealing. I would have to say that these are no more McNairy-esque than any other suede buck manufacturer. Most people seem to be saying that because McNairy is the only immediately recognizable shoe that more-often-than-not has a red brick sole.
LAS, nice work on catching this, looking forward to them releasing some more info. - AnonymousAugust 10, 2010 at 10:39 PM
@David: they're "McNairyesque" because they come in stupid colors (e.g. blue suede with lime green sole).
ReplyDelete - AnonymousAugust 11, 2010 at 8:27 AM
I'm hoping these aren't quite as expensive as the regular McNairy red bricks. I don't have much dough, but need more saddles in my life.
ReplyDelete - AnonymousAugust 11, 2010 at 7:17 PM
Not a fan of Mcnairy , you can get a better make without trying to 'reinvent' anything.
ReplyDelete - AnonymousMarch 25, 2011 at 2:07 AM
My family sold Walk-Over shoes until they went bankrupt around 1992. They were always better made than their competition such as Bass, Eastland, and Dexter. Of the others mentioned the Dexter was next best due to the fact it retained a true Goodyear Welt while Bass & Eastland used cement construction (sole cemented directly to upper without welt and mid-sole).
There were idiosyncracies to the Walk-Over that, besides the fact it was the best quality, made it my perferred "buck". First it had a unique round toe shape that wasn't so broad it looked like a "plow-shoe", rather it was refined and could move from being worn with faded blue jeans to a pair of khakis and look equally suitable for dressing up the khakis further with a coat and tie. Appointments such as: 1.) brass eyelet grommets (Dexter used a one-piece stamped metal grommet that was invisible except from behind); 2.)genuine leather Goodyear Welt (Dexter used a vinyl welt); 3.) Glove leather quarter linings [heel to area behind laces] (Dexter used sueded leather heel with balance of quarter being a man-made lining material); and, finally...4.) real neoprene crepe (blown rubber, i.e. spongy resilliance) soles which had firmer density than just about everyone else's soles so they tended to last longer. All of these factors made the Walk-Over "dirty-buck" the best looking shoe of it's type I've ever seen. There have actually been a few superior quality bucks made over the years, Allen-Edmonds retired "Orleans" comes to mind, but never has anyone made a finer looking buck than the Walk-Over to my knowledge.
I haven't seen the new Walk-Over buck line in-person, but the fact that it is a true Goodyear Welt with mid-sole construction has immediately made me a fan. I doubt McNairiy even knows what a welt is and the fact that these shoes are made that way has more to do wiht the capability of the plant H.H. Brown is using to build these (there are shoe plants commonly referred to as a "welt-plant" as that is their specialty as per construction goes). I can see that McNairy did not use the original Walk-Over lasts as the toe is definitely looking broader in the picture. That would be on purpose, of course, as it is considered more fashionable than a narrower round toe in the current casual style trends. I think that it would be nice to offer one style in the dirty suede color that was a perfect copy of the original Walk-Over buck, but I'm tickled pink just to have this well built version as everyone else who is currently selling a buck (Bass & Eastland are back) has the inferior cement construction with no real welt. Even the last pair of J&M white bucks I purchased about 5 years ago had cement construction...J&M for crying out loud has really let quality slip!
I am currently trying to secure a pair of these dirty bucks. I just popped the lid of my last pair of Dexters about the first of this month (March 2011). I've been sitting on these for about 4-years as Dexter quit making these and, actually, quit making street shoes about 4 years ago. Dexter was canabalized by Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway Group, the name was sold to Payless Shoe with only the Dexter Bowling Shoe division remaining in Berkshire's control...But, I digress. - AnonymousApril 26, 2011 at 6:41 PM
Just saw this (where have I been!) and I am pretty excited to hear that Walk Over is making a comeback. I had my one and only pair back in the nineties (just before they went away I guess) and wore those shoes everywhere, even riding my bike to work and they were great in my toe clipped pedals! Very durable and shock absorbent in the pedal (these were of course the brutal pot holed streets of L.A.!) I am sure the Goodyear welt construction was key in the duraability and comfort that I remember.
My Walk Overs were not the popular buck that everyone has these days and I do hope (Mark McNairy or no) that they open up what must have been a very cool catalog of shoe designs. My pair was a spiffy combination moc/split toe version in a very durable and mark resistant "dirty" suede with brick red soles. Damn cool, if I do say so myself, just wish I hadn't out grown them. I do remember that they were not cheap back then, but not over $200.00 expensive, more like in the $150.00'ish range...
I agree that the toe box looks much more rounded, but I remember wishing back then that the more pointed toe were designed to offer more wiggle room and accommodate wider feet. Regardless, they still looked fantastic and were more than comfortable enough to work in all day (did I mention I rode my bike to work in them?) and even with my wide feet in them they were still very sleek looking.
Here's hoping that the McNairy name is enough to get them launched and back on good footing so they can leave him behind to bring back some of the treasures that they have in their history on their own. I also hope they have learned from whatever troubles they might have experienced (I thought they were owned by Wolverine back in the 90's) and will be better for the time off.


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St. Frances of Rome
FRANCES was born at Rome in 1384. Her parents were, of high rank. They overruled her desire to become a nun, and at twelve years of age married her to Rorenzo Ponziano, a Roman noble. During the forty years or their married life they never had a disagreement. While spending her days in retirement and prayer, she attended promptly to every household duty, saying, "A married woman must leave God at the altar to find Him in her domestic cares;" and she once found the verse of a psalm in which she had been four times thus interrupted completed for her in letters of gold.
Her ordinary food was dry bread. Secretly she would exchange with beggars good food for their hard crusts; her drink was water, and her cup a human skull. During the invasion of Rome, in 1413, Ponziano was banished, his estates confiscated, his house destroyed, and his eldest son taken as a hostage. Frances saw in these losses only the finger of God, and blessed His holy name. When peace was restored Ponziano recovered his estate, and Frances founded the Oblates. After her husband's death, barefoot and with a cord about her neck she begged admission to the community, and was soon elected Superioress.
She lived always in the presence of God, and amongst many visions was given constant sight of her guardian angel, who shed such brightness around him that the Saint could read her midnight Office by this light alone. He shielded her in the hour of temptation, and directed her in every good act. But when she was betrayed into some defect, he faded from her sight; and when some light words were spoken before her, he covered his face in shame. She died on the day she had foretold, March 9, 1440.
Reflection.—God has appointed an angel to guard each one of us, to whose warnings we are bound to attend. Let us listen to his voice here, and we shall see him hereafter when he leads us before the throne of God.


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New Vehicle Warranty
Whether you're off the beaten track or cruising the open highway, you can rest assured knowing that your new Subaru is covered by Subaru's New Vehicle Warranty.
If you purchased your new Subaru on or after 1st January 2019, your vehicle comes with a 5 Year/Unlimited Kilometre Warranty period, unless the vehicle is used as a hire car, taxi, ride share, rental, driving school, delivery or courier vehicle in which case the warranty period is 5 years/150,000 Kilometres (whichever occurs first).
The Subaru New Vehicle Warranty period on high-voltage batteries for Subaru Hybrid vehicles is 8 Years/160,000 Kilometres (whichever occurs first).
Subaru Australia warrants that if any part of the vehicle is found to be defective in factory materials or workmanship within the stated warranty period, it will be repaired, replaced or adjusted by any authorised Subaru Retailer free of charge to you. For full terms and conditions, see the Subaru Warranty and Service Handbook located in the Owner's Wallet of your vehicle or available from the links below.
Where to get Subaru Warranty Repairs
Take your Subaru to any authorised Subaru Retailer if it needs repairs under the Subaru New Vehicle Warranty. All authorised Subaru Retailers will honour the Subaru New Vehicle Warranty, and will be happy to repair, replace or adjust free of charge any part of your vehicle that is defective in factory materials or workmanship.
Please note that Subaru Australia is unable to reimburse the cost of warranty repairs carried out during the warranty period by a repairer other than an authorised Subaru Retailer, except where express prior approval for those repairs has been obtained.
Transferring your Warranty to a New Owner
The New Vehicle Warranty runs with the vehicle and is transferable from owner to owner conditional upon the standard warranty terms as explained in the Warranty & Service Handbook. The New Vehicle Warranty is only available in Australia and is not transferable to other countries as no reciprocal world-wide warranty is provided.
What's not covered
The Subaru New Vehicle Warranty does not cover everything and it's important that we tell you about the exclusions of your New Vehicle Warranty.
In particular, repairs, replacements and adjustments under the Subaru New Vehicle Warranty are not available for deterioration, defects, faults or failures due
- Ordinary wear and tear.
- Use of the vehicle for a purpose or under road or climatic conditions other than for which it was designed, including racing, rallying, speed trialling, hill climbing or similar activities or competitive events.
- Any work carried out on the vehicle by a person other than an authorised Subaru Retailer.
- Driver negligence, misuse or abuse (e.g. tampering, disconnection, loading or towing beyond the manufacturer's specifications, or continuing to drive the vehicle after loss of fluids, lubricants, oils, coolants, refrigerants or water).
- Modifications or alterations (including to software) which have not been approved by the manufacturer, or the installation or use of non-genuine parts, accessories, equipment, assemblies or components.
- No warranty repair shall be made if it is found that the odometer or the Warranty and Service Booklet have been tampered with. Note: When replacing the instrument cluster (including odometer), the relevant section in this Handbook on the 'vehicle identification' page must be completed by an authorised Subaru Retailer. The date and kilometres must be documented, if the instrument cluster is replaced.
- Water ingress from floods or deep water fording.
- A failure to have the vehicle serviced in strict accordance with the manufacturer's specifications and recommendations in this Handbook, or a failure to have the vehicle repaired promptly in accordance with such recommendations following an accident or other damage, or after a defect becomes known or is suspected.
- A failure to maintain the vehicle, including its body trim and paintwork, in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations, or the use of unsuitable agents.
- Use of non-recommended, incorrect specification, inappropriate or dirty fuel, oil, fluids, lubricants, coolants, refrigerants or water. See your vehicle Owner's Manual or contact your Subaru Service Centre for specifications.
- Accident, impact, fire, war, theft, illegal use or malicious damage by a third person.
- Environmental conditions including acid rain, industrial fall-out, salt, sand, stones, tree sap, bark or leaves, bird, animal or insect droppings or other damage, windstorm, flooding, earthquakes, landslide, hail, flood, lightning, extreme temperatures or other acts of nature.
- Improper repairs, inspection, diagnosis or adjustments not approved or recommended by Subaru Australia.
The Subaru New Vehicle Warranty applies in addition to the guarantees, rights and remedies conferred by the Australian Consumer Law and other applicable Commonwealth, State and Territory legislation. The Subaru New Vehicle Warranty does not exclude, affect or limit those guarantees, rights or remedies, except to the extent that their application may lawfully be excluded or limited.
In particular, our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and for compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure.
Subaru vehicles are certified to all relevant Australian Design Rules (ADR) in force at the time of certification. It is illegal to fit a replacement part or accessory or make other modifications which does not allow the vehicle to continue to comply with the requirements of the Australian Design Rules.
In servicing the vehicle, the use of genuine and approved parts and accessories will help ensure that the original vehicle specification and quality is maintained, and that the vehicle continues to comply with certification requirements and government regulations relating to vehicle safety and environmental controls. Subaru Australia offer a Manufacturer's Warranty over genuine parts and accessories imported and distributed by it. This includes genuine Subaru STI performance parts and accessories.
Genuine Parts and Accessories Warranty against defectsWarranty and Service Handbooks
If you purchased your new Subaru on or after 1st January 2019, your vehicle comes with a 5 Year/Unlimited Kilometre Warranty period1 and a PDF copy of your Warranty and Service Handbook can be accessed via the links below:
MY18 onwards Subaru Impreza and XV
MY18 onwards Subaru Liberty, Outback, Levorg, WRX and WRX STI
MY20 onwards Subaru Forester, Impreza and XV
MY21 onwards Subaru Forester, Impreza, Outback and XV
New Subaru vehicles purchased and delivered prior to 1st January 2019 come with a 3 Year/Unlimited Kilometre Warranty, unless purchased during a campaign period.
If you have misplaced your Warranty and Service Handbook, contact your local Subaru Service Centre to order your handbook.
1. Unless the vehicle is used as a hire car, taxi, ride share, rental, driving school, delivery, or courier vehicle in which case the warranty period is 5 years/150,000 kilometres (whichever occurs first).
Get in touch
If you have any questions regarding the Subaru Warranty, please contact us on 1800 22 66 43.
The information provided above is a summary of the Subaru New Vehicle Warranty that comes with all New Subaru vehicles imported into Australia by Subaru (Aust) Pty Ltd. For full terms and conditions, please refer to the Warranty and Service Handbook that comes with all New Subaru vehicles.
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A gifted and captivating speaker, preacher, retreat master, and author. Fr. Larry Richards holds the answer to some of life's most profound questions. He speaks from experience as a pastor of an inner city parish, a high school chaplain, a counselor and evangelist. Fr. Larry Richards has directed hundreds of retreats, parish missions, and conferences for young and old alike. His inspirational talks, presentations, and books always authentic and enthusiastic, have changed the hearts, minds and lives of millions of listeners and readers worldwide.
Father Larry Richards was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. After high school, he attended the college seminary at Gannon University and received his Bachelor of Science degree in Mental Health in 1983. Father Larry Richards continued his studies at the major seminary at St. Vincent in Latrobe, Pennsylvania, and received his Masters of Divinity degree in 1987. He will soon conclude his studies at the University of Notre Dame and be awarded a Master of Arts degree in Liturgy.
Ordained to the priesthood in 1989 for the Diocese of Erie, Fr. Larry Richards serves as pastor of St. Joseph Church/Bread of Life Community in Erie. He is also the Founder of the DME (Divine Mercy Encounter) Retreat Program for the Diocese of Erie.
Fr. Larry Richards is the founder and president of The Reason for our Hope Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to "spreading the Good News" by educating others about Jesus Christ. For more information on the foundation, go to: www.TheReasonForOurHope.org.
Father Larry's first book, Be a Man! Becoming the Man God Created You To Be was published by Ignatius Press in October of 2009, and was the #1 best seller by Ignatius Press, having sold over 100,000 copies. In Be a Man! he recounts his struggles to learn true manhood, as well as the inspiring stories of others he has served in his decades as a priest. He tells men how to focus on the right goal, how to live as a beloved son of God, of the need to acknowledge one's faults and to live according to the Holy Spirit, to be a man of true love and of wisdom, to appreciate properly the differences between men and women, to pursue holiness, and to make a difference in the world. Not preachy but direct, Father Larry challenges men to be strong, without putting on a mask of false strength or machismo. He calls men to admit their weaknesses and limitations, while urging them to find strength in faith and genuine love to overcome their sins and faults.
Father Larry's second book, Surrender! The Life Changing Power of Doing God's Will was published by Our Sunday Visitor in September of 2011 and has sold over 40,000 copies. Fr. Larry Richards challenges you to let go of attachments, assumptions, and excuses that hold you back from giving yourself more fully to God, in order to receive everything God wants to give you.
Father hosts the EWTN radio show called The Reason For Our Hope on Mondays thru Fridays from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. (EST) and 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. (EST), and a live EWTN radio show called Open Line on Thursdays from 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. (EST). For more information, or to listen on-line, go to http://www.ewtn.com/radio/index.asp.
Father Larry can be seen on the EWTN televised programs Living Right with Dr. Ray and Crossing the Goal. EWTN broadcasts a mini-series entitled Be A Man in 2014 in five episodes to inspire men to become the true heroes they long to be – men of courage, compassion and integrity.
Father Larry Richards also hosts a radio show called Changed Forever with Father Larry Richards. It can be heard nationwide on Relevant Radio on Saturdays from 8:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. (EST) and Sundays from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. (EST). For more information, or to listen on-line, go to www.relevantradio.com.


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Grief Support
We offer bereavement services for the families we serve. In addition, we have provided some helpful grief support links below:
Crisis, Grief and Healing
Webhealing.com, the first interactive grief website on the internet, offers discussion boards, articles, book suggestions, and advice for men and women working through every aspect of grief. The site's founder, Tom Golden LCSW, has provided book excerpts and contact information to help those healing from loss.
Willowgreen offers support and information for those dealing with life transition & aging, illness & caregiving, loss & grief, and hope & spirituality. The site offers advice, products, and inspirational materials.
Grief and Loss
The American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) website contains a Grief & Loss section with grief-related articles and information.
National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization
The National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization's website provides a host of information and resources for people facing a life-limiting illness or injury and their caregivers.


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An employee at the Janesville Goodwill in Wisconsin made a troubling discovery while conducting routine inventory on Friday (October 27) morning.
While the employee was going through a box of recently donated items, they discovered an explosive device and ammunition. The employee called 911, and the bomb squad was sent to the thrift store.
Bomb technicians with the Dane County Sheriff's Office Bomb Squad determined it was a live cluster bomblet and evacuated the store and the surrounding area. Bomblets are part of cluster bombs that contain a large number of submunitions that deploy and explode as the bomb strikes its target.
The bomb squad collected the cluster bomblet and ammunition and said they would destroy it in a safe manner.
The Janesville Police Department said it is trying to locate the person who dropped off the donation at Goodwill.
In a statement to WKOW, Goodwill Industries of Southeastern Wisconsin urged customers to check their guidelines before donating items.
"For the safety and security of all community members, please refer to Goodwill's donation guidelines at www.amazinggoodwill.com prior to donating to your local Goodwill Store & Donation Center in southeastern Wisconsin and metropolitan Chicago."
The Janesville Police Department urged any residents who have old military ordinances or any suspicious devices to contact them so they can be disposed of safely.


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On Tuesday November 4, 2008, President Barack Obama reflected on the life of Mrs. Ann Nixon Cooper: "she's seen throughout her century in America─the heartache and the hope; the struggle and the progress; the times we were told we can't; and the people who pressed on with that American creed: Yes, we can."
Empowered and energized by this history-making presidential campaign, Mrs. Cooper told her story in her own voice. A Century and Some Change is the portrait of an American who lived a rewarding and culturally rich life.
Mrs. Cooper was raised in Nashville in the home of her aunt-in-law Joyce Washington Nixon, who was born a slave at Wessyngton Plantation during the last days of the Civil War. I had the honor of interviewing Mrs. Cooper and recording her memories in my book The Washingtons of Wessyngton Plantation, which she mentioned in her book.
A Century and Some Change: My Life Before the President Called My Name will be released on January 5, 2010 by Atria Books, a division of Simon & Schuster. Mrs. Cooper passed away on December 21st at her home, nineteen days short of her 108th birthday.
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Spring cleaning and spring maintenance tips go hand in hand. Take a cue from the tips below and spruce up your gutters as you spruce up your rose garden.
- Inspect your smoke detectors, and make sure that there is one on each floor of your home. Test them monthly, and change the batteries annually or as needed.
- Check the light bulbs in all your fixtures to be sure they are the correct wattage as recommended by the manufacturer.
- Replace all high-intensity bulbs (such as incandescent) with fluorescent bulbs that do not produce as much heat.
- Check your electrical outlets for potential fire hazards such as frayed wires or loose-fitting plugs. Be sure not to overload electrical outlets, fuse boxes, extension cords or any other power service.
- Keep a multi-purpose fire extinguisher accessible, filled and ready for operation.
- Have your air conditioning system inspected by a professional as recommended by the manufacturer.
- Check for damage to your roof, and clean gutters and downspouts to keep debris from accumulating.
- Check water heater for leaks and corrosion.
- Clean or replace your furnace filter.
- Clean the clothes dryer exhaust duct and space under the dryer. Remove all lint, dust, and pieces of material.
- Remove all dead trees in your yard, and keep healthy trees and bushes trimmed and away from utility wires.
- Safely store oil and gas for lawn equipment and tools in a vented, locked area.
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Yeow! — it's finally time to share with you what we've been working on behind-the-scenes for the Gussy shop! We have three updated product lines to share with you this week. Are you ready? ;)
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NEW! Headbands: Green Floral, Lite Blue Tulips, Pink Tulips, Moss
It's nearly insane how comfortable these beauties are. The headband is super lightweight — and our customers share with us often how they don't get headaches from our headbands, which makes us super happy! Each headband comes with a double ruffle adorned to the side of the band, so cute. Click here to view all of our headbands. Which headband print is your favorite?
NEW! Camera Strap Slipcovers: Black + Gray Dot and Zebra Stripe
A couple of years ago my dear friend Ruthanne of Eclectic Whatnot passed along her camera strap slipcover shop onto me — talk about feeling honored! It's been fun to introduce our style into what Ruthanne so beautifully started. Our line of "Eclectic Whatnot by Gussy Sews" camera straps make it easy to wear your SLR or dSLR camera around your neck or shoulder comfortably. Click here to see the full collection of camera strap slipcovers.
NEW! WRISTLETS: Trellis + Confetti and Mint + Pink Tulips
Ahhhh, I'm seriously loving how colorful these two wristlets are! They are a lovely mix of contrast + complimentary — absolutely beautiful with just a dash of sass, too ;) Our wristlets have a flat bottom, called a "gusset", which means they can stand solo once filled with a few items. Use it as a light purse or a diaper/wipe wristlet when on the go. Click here to see the full collection of wristlets. Tell me, which print is your favorite?
Check out all of our new items here, or click here to view the fabric bundles I've put together {yep, they're for sale!}.
Wishing you a happy Tuesday!


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We know how hard you work every day to prepare your soil for the season. Cultivating fields is a big job, and you need equipment that can quickly deliver dependable, consistent results. At Cat Used, we display a wide variety of used tillage machines along with other heavy equipment from Caterpillar and dozens of other industry-leading brands. Our inventory contains solutions that are designed to last and help you cut costs for your operations.
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On May 2, Henry will be taking part in his first official big fundraising event as ambassador to the Durrell Wildlife Conservation Trust. And just like we did when he supported The Royal Marines Charitable Trust Fund in Gibraltar, we will be in Jersey on Saturday to bring you complete coverage from the Siam Cup. Have questions for Henry regarding his work with Durrell, Jersey rugby or the match that day? -- We'll also be interviewing him! -- So ask away in the comments section below. Henry will be raising funds for the charity that does amazing work in the fight to save endangered species around the world. This is what he had to say when the event was announced:
"Being a Rugby fan and someone who is keen on protecting the wildlife of this world (rugby players included) what better place to be than at the Siam Cup with Durrell Wildlife Conservation Trust? It sounds like it's going to be a fantastic event! So I hope to see you all there. You'll find me about the grounds and clubhouse throughout the day, hopefully with a pint in hand!"
UPDATE: As always, your response is overwhelmingly positive. We will do our best to bring you as much coverage as we can from Jersey. Thank you so much for helping us support Henry.
@HenryCavillNews @DurrellWildlife Let him know ALL his fans support him & will do everything in their power to support his endeavours!
— Marilyn Rivera (@msanchez1725) April 25, 2015
Give him the big thumbs up from HenryCavillToon!!! He's doing a great job! 👍 https://t.co/d3vvJgxx8k
— Henry Cavill Cartoon (@HenryCavillToon) April 25, 2015
@HenryCavillNews @DurrellWildlife Can't wait for your updates!! I'm so excited for you!! Have fun & give Henry a big (((HUG))) for me💕
— Cecilia Goff (@ceciliagoff) April 25, 2015
I work at a zoo, so I'm even more supportive of Henry. @HenryCavillJsy @HenryCavillNews @DurrellWildlife
— MikeWill (@IAmGaysian) April 25, 2015
@HenryCavillJsy @HenryCavillNews @DurrellWildlife so so excited! Can't wait! You guys are awesome!! :)
— Liz (@Lizz_1983) April 25, 2015
@HenryCavillNews @DurrellWildlife This is amazing! Have a wonderful time and a beer for me! Enjoy the game!
— Jenny Donadio (@Curlysuechick19) April 25, 2015
@HenryCavillNews @DurrellWildlife OMG AAAGGH love to be there cheering him on
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Are you interested in KONE as a corporate business or a career opportunity?
Corporate siteKONE Corporation, press release, April 10, 2012
KONE has won an order to supply the people flow solutions for Hatten City, a mixed-use development project in the coastal city of Malacca in Malaysia. KONE's solutions will be delivered to an five-story shopping mall and two 170-meter-high tower blocks of luxury condominiums which are currently under construction. The Silverscape residential tower will be the highest building in the State of Malacca.
The order includes 23 KONE MiniSpace(TM) and 14 KONE MonoSpace® elevators, and 72 KONE TravelMaster(TM) commercial escalators. KONE's eco-efficient elevators will bring residents up to the sky deck on the the 45th story to admire the views of the Straights of Malacca. Furthermore, all 37 elevators will be equipped with KONE Infoscreens to guide elevator passengers for smoother flow in the building. The TravelMaster escalators will enhance the shopping experience at the Elements Mall.
"We are honored that our close cooperation with Hatten Group has resulted in providing smooth people flow to Malacca's largest real estate project," says Noud Veeger, EVP and Area Director of KONE Asia Pacific.
Hatten city has been designed by RDCA and developed by Singapore-based Hatten Group. The first phase of Hatten City is expected to be completed by 2015.
The order was booked in the first quarter of 2012.
For further information, please contact:
Anne Korkiakoski, EVP, Marketing & Communications,
KONE Corporation, tel. +358 204 75 4775
About KONE
KONE is one of the global leaders in the elevator and escalator
industry. The company has been committed to understanding the needs
of its customers for the past century, providing industry-leading
elevators, escalators and automatic building doors as well as
innovative solutions for modernization and maintenance. The
company's objective is to offer the best People Flow® experience by
developing and delivering solutions that enable people to move
smoothly, safely, comfortably and without waiting in buildings in
an increasingly urbanizing environment. In 2011, KONE had annual
net sales of EUR 5.2 billion and on average 35,000 employees. KONE
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Some of your favorite rappers talk about what Father's day means to them – Salute to all the active Fathers of the world!
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06/27/2018 •
I was recently contacted by VoyageATL Magazine requesting to interview me for it's Trailblazers: Rewriting the Narrative series. The editorial staff seeks out hidden gems located in Atlanta and the surrounding area.
It was a pleasure being selected and getting the opportunity to share a little bit of my journey with their readers. Check out a snippet of the interview inside.
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The Addicted Life is still going strong releasing pieces that are "Dope Simplicity." For their latest OG piece, they salute Shawn Carter aka Jay- Z. Jay is an inspiration to us all! The T-Shirts can be worn by both women and men. Fellas rock the Photo tee up with a pair of dope kicks. Ladies can match up the crop or full Tshirt with biker shorts & vans. See more inside.
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Street wear Brand The Addicted Life has released crew-neck sweatshirts just in time for the winter season. The signature crew-neck sweatshirt is available in black with the message Dope Chick With Ambition in white lettering. Ladies, stand out in the cold rocking a dope message. Shop the hot item now via www.TheAddictedLife.com
ICYMI: Migos x Nicki Minaj x Cardi B 'Motorsport' (VIDEO)
12/08/2017 •
The visual for the hot track from Migos ft Nicki Minaj & Cardi B has finally arrived! The ladies look fly, Nicki really killed it with the pink lemonade braids hitting the floor!! Please ladies do NOT head to your local braider requesting this style. Being that 1) its a wig and 2) we don't want to see you in a local Walmart, dragging these inches almost tripping while trying to strut....GIRL!! Anyway! "MotorSport" is the lead single off Migos' upcoming album Culture II, due in January. Check the video out below.


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Are you taking GLOBE water quality measurements as part of the ENSO Student Research Campaign? If so, please consider joining the new GLOBE Water Quality Collaboration Group (GWQCG).
Led by Bob Connick, GLOBE schools from across the world are taking water quality measurements that help explore one of the ENSO Campaign's Guiding Investigative Questions, "What is the quality of water in our environment?"
By learning all about the water quality measurements in a local setting, one can learn just how these local measurements helps us understand the global picture of water quality and its health, agricultural, cultural, and socioeconomic impacts.


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Diversity is Good for Business
Today, we are thrilled announce the launch "Equality Means Business," a project to spotlight employers in Florida that demonstrate a strong commitment to supporting diversity and that specifically provide protections to lesbian, gay, bisexual and trandgender (LGBT) employees.
We've long known that protecting employees from discrimination is the right thing to do. Now, more and more research shows that it's also a smart business decision.
Through our online presence and public education efforts, Equality Means Business will spotlight companies with strong policies as a way of encouraging others to raise their standards as well.
We believe honoring those companies that set the standard with comprehensive policies is the best way to encourage others to promote inclusivity and to strengthen Florida's national and international reputation for attracting and retaining a highly talented workforce.
Major Florida employers are already part of Equality Means Business, including: BlueCross/BlueShield of Florida, JetBlue, Symantec, Carlton Fields, Pepsico, Citi, Sweetbay and Wachoiva/Wells Fargo to name a few.
Visit EqualityMeansBusiness.com to see our most recent corporate members and stay informed on our efforts.
Don't see your favorite pro-equality businesses? Interested in enrolling your business?
Click here for more information about how to help us enroll pro-LGBT businesses.


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A few weeks ago when Thomas noticed me smelling a book we had a conversation where words like "clinically insane" were thrown about. Then a little voice from the backseat piped up, "I've smelled my books. The American Girl ones smell the best. I think it's the shiny paper". That is my daughter!
Once upon a time there were books....and we all lived happily ever after.


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PHOENIX — Families and children arriving at the Arizona border seeking asylum are being held in Border Patrol stations where they are processed and given a hearing date before being released to U.S Immigration and Customs Enforcement or into the community.
Some of those people end up in a church in Phoenix.
"I had to come with my son. It was not an easy journey, but we made it," said Elsa, an asylum seeker from Nicaragua.
We're not identifying Elsa's complete name for safety reasons. Elsa says they were apprehended at the Yuma sector. "They gave us aluminum foil; they would tell us to lie on the floor."
Elsa described being held inside freezing tents while in Border Patrol custody. "The kids get really cold, we spent two days without brushing our teeth or taking a shower. They did feed us, but we didn't know if it was day or night."
She says there were overcrowded rooms without any social distancing. Elsa describes rooms packed with teenagers. "They had them in groups, rooms for girls and boys. There are no beds, but I'm thankful to have made it and to soon be reunited with my family in New York," said Elsa.
Elsa was part of 50 families arriving at a church in Phoenix today.
Pastor Angel Campos says they began accepting families last week, he says the pandemic has made their mission challenging this year, but possible. "We love it, we love to see the families," said Campos.
The church offers only transitional housing to families. "First thing they get fed, we give them soup and then they get some clothing, and showers. We have showers for men and women, then we call their families to arrange transportation."
He says their facilities have helped to shelter migrants since 2018, but sometimes asylum seekers' relatives don't have money to pay for their flights.
"The tickets start at $200 and sometimes we have families that need five flight tickets."
Even though finding donations can be a struggle, he says it's worth it after hearing their experiences while in Border Patrol custody. "It feels like jail because they can't go outside, like here you hear the birds, they don't hear birds over there."
Unaccompanied minors face a different situation than the people who end up at this church. After processing at Border Patrol facilities, they are sent to the Department of Health and Human Services to be reunited with family or sponsors.
"Most of the children are from Central America," stated Jorge Mendoza Yescas, the Consul General of Mexico in Phoenix.
He says Border Patrol contacts the consulates first. In his case when it comes to children from Mexico, they begin the process to locate the parents right away.
"The Mexican consulate tries to find where the parents are, if they're in Mexican soil or the U.S. But if that's unsuccessful, those minors are sent to other shelters contracted by immigration," said Mendoza-Yescas.
He says there are 11 shelters contracted by immigration in Arizona, 10 of those are in Phoenix. According to Mendoza-Yescas in total, he's been told there's a capacity of housing 3,000 children.
It's been reported there are currently about 5,000 kids in Border Patrol custody across the United States.
New images made public today show the conditions inside a Border Patrol soft-sided facility in Texas. The images show unaccompanied children in overcrowded spaces, with no social distancing and sleeping on mats on the floor.
Arizona is supposed to start operating similar short-term facilities in Tucson and Yuma sectors by mid-April.
Speaking to newly processed asylum seekers is often the only way to find out what's going on in those Border Patrol stations.
We have requested pictures and access to those facilities or a ride-along with border patrol agents in Arizona, but our request was denied because of COVID protocols.
Customs and Border Protection released the following statement:
Since March 2020, CBP has discouraged external visitors in CBP facilities, including media ride-alongs, due to agency COVID protocols and in order to protect the health and safety of our workforce and those in our care. We are offering and utilizing outdoor interviews or virtual operational briefings.
As we move forward, CBP will evaluate media requests for visits and embeds with components on a case-by-case basis to determine the best course of action that protects the media and our employees, ensures the requests are operationally feasible, while also promoting public transparency and accountability.
Across the federal government, certain employees are designated spokespeople for their respective agencies, and public statements are vetted to ensure accuracy. This standard process has been followed at DHS since the Department's inception two decades ago and across administrations of both parties.
CBP continues to publicly provide data monthly on the same schedule as it has since 2014.
This article was written by Liliana Soto for KNXV.


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Awaking from my self-imposed exile I see lots of exciting things happening in the alternative fashion world, one of which is the new magazine being launched by D's Valentine – Artism creator and Alamode Magazine publisher. I've carefully hung onto my issues of Alamode Magazine, being snapshots in time of the current japanese underground gothic/alternative music scene.
Now D's gone one step further and is about to release a new magazine featuring the FASHION of the japanese alternative gothic/lolita/cyber/fetish/akiba-kei scenes: Underground Clothed's.
Note the sexy back of Kiki on the cover 🙂 While Kikirara Shoten of Dangerous Nude is well known to lovers of Japanese gothic fashion, along with Takuya Angel and Kenzo-A of Rituals (largely thanks to Kera magazine), there are a lot of emerging labels that are barely known outside of Nippon. PureOne Corset Works and Pay *des* Fees I'm acquainted with, due to their ongoing presence in the goth clubs. Strange Artifact, a steampunk band with an accessories line, I learned of during my last trip in November. But so many are new to me : la Reinette, A closet of Alice, marchenmerry, Rouge, fake-fantasy…the list goes on.
Underground Clothed's will be available at Takuya Angel, Dangerous Nude and Closet Child. It is also available to order online at ARTiSM, or at Closet Child's online webstore. I imagine in time it will be available at the various stores throughout Japan that stock Alamode Magazine.
Some pics to whet your appetite:
(Doesn't Kikirara look like blogger Cheesie here? Or is it just me?)
While I wasn't going to return to japan for a while…I'm now considering a flying visit in March. If I manage it, I'll definitely be bringing back copies of the mag, as well as more info about the various labels and stores in it. (I also have an interview that I did with Kiki at her home last year, that will make its way to these pages). Watch this space.


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As a general rule, training sessions should not last more than 10 minutes once or twice a day. It's also very important that you are in a good mood and willing to praise your dog enthusiastically when it performs well. Never get frustrated with your dog or use harsh physical force to make it perform.
If you begin to feel frustrated or angry, stop the sessions immediately. Your pet will never perform well if you can't remain calm and positive. And always end each training session with playtime so that your pet links its training to a favorite activity. Here are five easy tricks you can teach your dog.
Part 1
Roll Over
Put your dog in a "down" position. Then, put a treat in your hand and move your hand slowly behind your dog's neck. Your goal is to get your dog to turn its head backwards without standing up.
Then, as its head reaches back to sniff the treat, gently roll it over. As soon as your dog rolls over, give it the treat and praise your dog enthusiastically. Repeat the process and as you start to roll it over, say the command "roll" and when it goes completely over, treat it and give praise again. Do this for five to 10 minutes.
Try again later in the day for another five to 10 minute session. Eventually, your pet should understand that the command and the rolling process are directly linked. After your pet rolls over when asked, you no longer need to offer a treat each time. Always praise your dog when it performs correctly, and don't get frustrated if it doesn't seem to be catching on right away. Stop the session if you can't stay calm and relaxed.
Shake Hands
Teaching a dog to shake hands is generally pretty easy because some dogs naturally raise their paw when asking for a treat. Start by putting your dog in a "sit" position. Then, put a treat in your hand and slowly move it towards the ground near the dog's paw.
As the dog raises its paw in anticipation, use the verbal cue "shake," give it the treat, then praise your dog enthusiastically. As you practice this, hold your hand gradually higher so the dog must raise its paw higher to gain the treat. Your goal is to have the dog raise its paw to chest height.
Keep practicing and always use the same paw for training. Eventually, once the dog holds its paw up on command, you can switch to the other paw. The key here is to use another command such as "other" so the dog learns that one command works for its right paw and the other for its left. Once your dog is shaking hands on command, you can start to eliminate the treats and offer happy praise instead.
High Five
As your dog masters the "shake" command, it's a simple matter to teach him to do a "high five." Start by working on the "shake" command, but begin to hold your palm out and as the dog hits your palm, give the command "high five." Treat and praise your dog immediately. Your goal here is to get the dog to raise its paw as high as possible and to touch your open palm.
Encouraging your dog to bark on command is easy if your pet is naturally vocal, but it can take a bit longer to train if your dog is on the quiet side. Start by getting your dog excited by tossing a ball or talking in an excited tone. Then, put your dog in a "sit" position and wave a treat by your dog's nose. Keep waving the treat without letting your dog see it until your dog whines or cries. As soon as your dog makes a sound, reward your dog with the treat.
Repeat the process, but use the command "speak" as your dog begins to make noise. Do not reward your dog until it makes noise. And, always tell your dog "hush" or "enough" and walk away when you want your dog to stop.
Note: If your dog has a tendency to bark excessively, use this trick only when your dog is in a sitting position. Barking at everything that walks by your front window should not be encouraged and should never be rewarded with treats or praise.
Although almost any dog can be taught to dance, the smaller breeds are typically easier to train. Getting a Saint Bernard up on its hind legs can be challenging, but lively dogs under 40 pounds can quickly learn to cut a rug. Start with your dog in a sitting position and hold a treat in your closed hand near its nose. Slowly lift your hand over and slightly behind the dog's head so the dog looks back and begins to stand on its hind legs. As soon as your dog stands on its hind legs, praise the dog and give it the treat. Repeat the process until your dog stands quickly and sturdily on its back legs.
Then, begin moving the treat above the dog's head in a small circle. You want your dog to twirl on its hind legs. As soon as the dog begins to step in a circle, use the term "dance" and offer praise and the treat. Use the treat as bait to get the dog to stand up and turn in a circle. Again, this trick is easier to accomplish with small, agile dogs. Avoid this trick if you have a breed prone to back trouble such as a dachshund.


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Given the contrasting reputations of Edinburgh and Glasgow, any travelers who haven't examined a map of Scotland might be forgiven for thinking that they are separated by hundreds of miles. In fact, Scotland's two primary cities are only about 74km (46 miles) apart, but almost everyone who visits them will be struck by their differences.
Both cities contribute mightily - and equally - to the cultural vibrancy of the nation. With this in mind, the country is improving the public transportation links between the two cities, first by increasing the frequency of trains and second by contemplating a high-speed rail link between them.
To the east, Edinburgh offers a famous and almost fairytale-like setting, with an imposing castle high on one of many hills. Built on ancient volcanoes and first established because of its secure and defensible position, the capital of Scotland has become a crossroads. Practically everyone who comes to Scotland today spends some time in Edinburgh - and its midsummer international arts festival is one of the biggest in the world. Edinburgh is the second most popular tourist destination in Great Britain after London, and it's not hard to see why. Compact and tidy, it is more of a big town than a small city.
In the west, Glasgow, on the other hand, is not a place that anyone might call precious. Glasgow was settled earlier than its cross-country rival because it was an ideal place to ford the mighty River Clyde, and later gained a reputation for shipbuilding and industry. For all its ancient origins, today Glasgow resembles nothing so much as a modern, cosmopolitan city, with a growing population. It has overcome its 20th-century associations with grime, grit, and gangsters - and now it is arguably more vibrant than Edinburgh, with a vigorous music and art scene. Without a picturesque castle or flamboyant palace, it exemplifies urban Scotland: Dynamic and attuned to the world. In 1990, it was named European Culture Capital; in 1999, U.K. City of Architecture and Design; and in 2014, it will host the Commonwealth Games.
Edinburgh and Glasgow have a lot to offer individually, and taken as a duo, they are more impressive still. Both cities are among Europe's most dynamic centers. Edinburgh is the seat of Scottish royalty and government, and Glasgow boasts lively urban culture mixed in with Victorian splendor. Whilst the latter may not have the fairy-tale setting that Edinburgh does, it compensates with a lively culture, metropolitan feel, and gregarious locals.
Glasgow's origins are ancient, making Edinburgh seem comparatively young. Archaeologists have uncovered evidence of Roman settlements. In the 6th century, St. Kentigern (or St. Mungo) is believed to have begun a monastery at the site of Glasgow Cathedral, a hillside along a burn (creek) that feeds into the River Clyde. The site was logical for a settlement, as it was at an opportune point to ford the mighty Clyde before it widens on its way to the sea some 30km (20 miles) away. According to some translations, Glasgow, or glascau, means "dear green place."
Aside from the Cathedral itself, practically none of this once-important medieval ecclesiastical center (including a university) remains. That's a shame, as Glasgow was considered one of the prettiest towns in all of 17th-century Europe. And much of its historical records (kept at the Cathedral) were swept away and lost during the Reformation.
The city became an economic powerhouse in the 18th century and quickly grew to be Scotland's largest city (as well as the fourth-most populous in the U.K.). The boom began in earnest with the tobacco trade to the New World, where Glasgow outpaced rivals such as London or Bristol. The city then became famous worldwide for shipbuilding and docks that produced the Queen Mary and other fabled ocean liners. It was the Second City of the Empire. But postindustrial decline gave Glasgow a poor reputation - particularly in contrast to the enduring charms of Edinburgh.
In the 1980s, the city reversed its fortunes, becoming Scotland's contemporary cultural capital and drawing talent from across the U.K., whether in art or rock 'n' roll. Decades of grime were sandblasted away from its monumental Victorian buildings, and one of Europe's best collections of art - the Burrell - found a permanent home. In 1990, the city was named European Capital of Culture.
That said, Glasgow is not a metropolis without flaws. Pockets of poverty remain in the city's peripheral housing projects (estates or schemes). A major motorway cuts a scar through the center of town - and, not learning the lessons of its harmful effects, the city has another new freeway slashing its way through Glasgow's Southside. Although the city still appears to prefer knocking buildings down and erecting new structures at the slightest opportunity, the splendor of what architectural critics hailed as "the greatest surviving example of a Victorian city" is still evident. The next big event to come to the city is the 2014 Commonwealth Games.
On Glasgow's doorstep is the scenic estuary of the Firth of Clyde, with attractive coastal peninsulas and atmospheric islands only short drives and ferry rides away. In addition, Glasgow is a good gateway for exploring Burns Country in Ayrshire to the southwest. From Glasgow, visitors can easily tour Loch Lomond and see some of the southern fringes of the Highlands or travel less than an hour away to Stirling and the Trossach mountains.