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IDA SDK C++ tricks and tips
IDA offers a good amount of info about functions but its SDK is basically undocumented for accessing some of it. Fortunately ida64.dll can be decompiled and the little info the SDK docs understood.
Functions: func_t offers function details including members: Code:
uval_t frame; ///< netnode id of frame structure - see frame.hpp ... // the following fields should not be accessed directly: uint32 pntqty; ///< number of SP change points stkpnt_t *points; ///< array of SP change points. ///< use ...stkpnt...() functions to access this array. int regvarqty; ///< number of register variables (-1-not read in yet) ///< use find_regvar() to read register variables regvar_t *regvars; ///< array of register variables. ///< this array is sorted by: start_ea. ///< use ...regvar...() functions to access this array. int llabelqty; ///< number of local labels llabel_t *llabels; ///< local labels. ///< this array is sorted by ea. ///< use ...llabel...() functions to access this array. int regargqty; ///< number of register arguments regarg_t *regargs; ///< unsorted array of register arguments. ///< use ...regarg...() functions to access this array. int tailqty; ///< number of function tails range_t *tails; ///< array of tails, sorted by ea. ///< use func_tail_iterator_t to access function tails. Code:
size_t num = get_func_qty(); for (size_t i = 0; i < num; i++) { func_t* f = getn_func(i); get_frame(f->start_ea); //load frame into internal pointer table find_regvar(f, f->start_ea, nullptr); //load regvars get_spd(f, f->start_ea); //load points read_regargs(f); //load regargs get_llabel(f, ea); //load llabels func_tail_iterator_t fti(pfn); //load tails } find_regvar(f, ea, _) although it is undocumented can accept a nullptr for the third argument and regardless it will always load the regvars member on first use. Presumably one could find the register variables by giving every possible canonical register name via enumeration of ph.reg_names[] array but this would be over doing it as regvars can be populated with a nullptr and accessing the array directly. get_spd(f, ea), get_effective_sp(f, ea), get_sp_delta(f, ea) will always populate the points array if you pass the function pointer on first use. Although IDA claims a null pointer is possible, this function will always return 0 until it is called at least once on the function in question with that filled in. It does not call get_func(ea) for you like you would think. Totally misdocumented feature. recalc_spd(ea) will not always work either if one of the get_*sp* functions has not been used first - it works in some cases depending on which address in the function is used. If the ea for recalc_spd is part of a function chunk with no sp changes - it will not do anything leaving the points null. It actually walks through instructions in the particular function chunk/tail entry of the ea only so if there is a stack change in that exact one it will populate but its highly unlikely one would know this in advance. With that in mind, the stack points could be enumerated by going through every assembly instruction in the function using the appropriate enumeration functions, and querying get_*sp* functions to gather the info. But since we know the function has the array already such intensive searching is fortunately not necessary. read_regargs(f) populates the regargs and is the only way to do so. They have to be accessed directly. Now you have a regarg_t structure so what about this strange type_t *type; member? Mostly we want tinfo_t not type_t raw data. Well this again is a poorly documented and tricky to access structure. Obviously we do not want to parse through it ourselves as its not SDK version portable, and its packed in a really detailed format. But if you try to load it directly it will cause corruption and a crash or bad data. Code:
if (f->regargs[i].type != nullptr) { tinfo_t ti; //The type information is internally kept as an array of bytes terminated by 0. qtype typeForDeser; typeForDeser.append(f->regargs[i].type); ti.deserialize(get_idati(), &typeForDeser); //will free buffer passed! } Code:
decl bool ida_export deserialize_tinfo(tinfo_t *tif, const til_t *til, const type_t **ptype, const p_list **pfields, const p_list **pfldcmts); Code:
func_tail_iterator_t fti(pfn); for ( bool ok=fti.first(); ok; ok=fti.next() ) const range_t &a = fti.chunk(); Code:
func_tail_iterator_t fti(pfn); So get_llabel(f, ea) or get_name(f, ea) will reliably do the job and there is no other suitable candidate though get_llabel_ea(f, nullptr) and get_name_ea(f, nullptr) might work if they accept a null pointer for the string. IDA provides a very practical SDK for a very practical purpose. With a very big support price tag for it, it is no wonder there is poor documentation and lack of consistency. Working on the clock, it would be easier to justify a paper trail of support emails asking about these type of details rather than painstakingly tracking them out through trial and error or reverse engineering SDK lib files or the ida64.dll. Perhaps these are part of IDA Pro's trade secrets, if you were to think of it as such. It was quite difficult to get these simple things working correctly as none of them are properly documented. I hope this helps someone on their own IDA SDK development efforts. In a multithreaded plugin, preloading everything is actually a necessity to minimize thread safety issues around various unsafe database access to race conditions. By preloading all of these structures, even if you want to access them using nicer API methods, it will not cause any database calls. Unfortunately the IDA SDK is designed for single threaded use mostly so doing a dump or lots of UI thread callbacks would be the only other options. But this idea will mitigate all contention except those caused by the user's own interaction changing data structures in use. Last edited by chants; 07-22-2019 at 14:42. |
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Another interesting function is execute_sync with MFF_NOWAIT which is needed when a thread doing work may need to be interrupted to prevent deadlock.
THREAD_SAFE inline int execute_sync(exec_request_t &req, int reqf) { return callui(ui_execute_sync, &req, reqf).i; } Code:
THREAD_SAFE inline bool cancel_exec_request(int req_id) To deal with this, the best I could come up with was using both a semaphore to track the exec request completion, along with a termination flag and a mutex around that to prevent race conditions: Global (hopefully stored somewhere referenceable from a singular global object): Code:
bool exiting = false; int uiExecutingTask = -1; qmutex_t qm = qmutex_create(); Code:
{ //must be a locked unit otherwise race condition can occur qmutex_locker_t lock(qm); exiting = true; if (uiExecutingTask != -1) { cancel_exec_request(uiExecutingTask); } } Code:
struct execFunctor : public exec_request_t { std::function<void()> fun; qsemaphore_t finishSem; execFunctor(std::function<void()> f, qsemaphore_t qs) : fun(f), finishSem(qs) {} virtual ~execFunctor(void) override {} /// Callback to be executed. /// If this function raises an exception, execute_sync() never returns. virtual int idaapi execute(void) { fun(); qsem_post(finishSem); return 0; } }; void executeOnMainThread(std::function<void()> fun) { qsemaphore_t finishSem = qsem_create(nullptr, 0); execFunctor* ef = new execFunctor(fun, finishSem); { //must be a locked unit otherwise race condition can occur qmutex_locker_t lock(qm); if (exiting) return; uiExecutingTask = execute_sync(*ef, MFF_NOWAIT); } while (!qsem_wait(finishSem, 50)) { if (exiting) { uiExecutingTask = -1; qsem_free(finishSem); return; } } uiExecutingTask = -1; qsem_free(finishSem); delete ef; Now you can just wrap any code into a lambda as an argument to std::function<void()> to bind it and very easily execute anything on the main thread taking into account data thread safety issues if any. This allows for cancellable long running operations. Another area of concern is process creation using Code:
launch_process_params_t procInf; ... PROCESS_INFORMATION pi{}; procInf.info = π void* p = launch_process(procInf, &errbuf); Code:
if (pi.hThread != INVALID_HANDLE_VALUE) CloseHandle(pi.hThread); Any uses of q functions with a create such as qthread_create must always have a matching free e.g. qthread_free and in this case should always have a qthread_join as well. Although qthread_kill is possible, it is a temporary workaround for deeper architectural issues or an emergency as the side effects nearly always outweigh the benefits and it could destabilize the IDA process. Again all of these things were discovered, and not mentioned in any documentation. |
Here is the final clean code of the above which is polling-free since polling technically should not be done in a waiting loop ever in modern OS code where the OS can always schedule that much more safely and efficiently:
/// Execute code in the main thread - to be used with execute_sync(). struct execFunctor : public exec_request_t { std::function<void()> fun; qsemaphore_t finishSem; int* taskNo; execFunctor(std::function<void()> f, qsemaphore_t qs, int* tsk) : fun(f), finishSem(qs), taskNo(tsk) {} virtual ~execFunctor(void) override {} /// Callback to be executed. /// If this function raises an exception, execute_sync() never returns. virtual int idaapi execute(void) { fun(); *taskNo = -1; qsem_post(finishSem); return 0; } }; void IdaCallback::executeOnMainThread(std::function<void()> fun) { execFunctor* ef = new execFunctor(fun, di->termSem, &di->uiExecutingTask); { //must be a locked unit otherwise race condition can occur qmutex_locker_t lock(di->qm); if (di->exiting) return; di->uiExecutingTask = execute_sync(*ef, MFF_NOWAIT); } qsem_wait(di->termSem, -1); if (di->uiExecutingTask == -1) delete ef; } Code:
{ //must be a locked unit otherwise race condition can occur qmutex_locker_t lock(decompInfo->qm); decompInfo->exiting = true; if (decompInfo->uiExecutingTask != -1) { if (cancel_exec_request(decompInfo->uiExecutingTask)) { qsem_post(decompInfo->termSem); } } } Code:
int idx = -1; qhandle_t handles[2] = { finishSem, termSem }; while (qwait_for_handles(&idx, handles, 2, 0, -1), idx == -1) {} |
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We see in graph.hpp the following events:
grcode_user_title, ///< render node title of a user-defined graph. ///< \param g (::mutable_graph_t *) ///< \param node (int) ///< \param title_rect (::rect_t *) ///< \param title_bg_color (int) ///< \param dc (HDC) ///< \retval 0 did not render, ida will fill it with title_bg_color ///< \retval 1 rendered node title grcode_user_draw, ///< render node of a user-defined graph. ///< NB: draw only on the specified DC and nowhere else! ///< \param g (::mutable_graph_t *) ///< \param node (int) ///< \param node_rect (::rect_t *) ///< \param dc (HDC) ///< \retval 0 not rendered ///< \retval 1 rendered Quote:
https://www.hexblog.com/?p=250 not much has changed since then, here is info for ida 7.3 (i can confirm that this works, including complicated cases such as plugins loaded by qt itself--of course these too must be built against an appropriately configured qt installation): https://www.hexblog.com/?p=1341 if you want to build qt without so much useless garbage, this e.g. will work: Code:
..\qt-everywhere-opensource-src-5.6.3\configure -prefix C:/Qt/126.96.36.199 -debug-and-release -force-debug-info -platform win32-msvc2017 -opensource -confirm-license -shared -no-compile-examples -nomake examples -nomake tests -nomake tools -opengl desktop -no-warnings-are-errors -ltcg -no-rtti -sse2 -sse3 -ssse3 -sse4.1 -sse4.2 -avx -no-ssl -no-openssl -no-dbus -no-audio-backend -no-wmf-backend -no-qml-debug -no-native-gestures -mp -skip qt3d -skip qtactiveqt -skip qtandroidextras -skip qtcanvas3d -skip qtconnectivity -skip qtdeclarative -skip qtdoc -skip qtenginio -skip qtgraphicaleffects -skip qtimageformats -skip qtlocation -skip qtmacextras -skip qtmultimedia -skip qtquickcontrols -skip qtquickcontrols2 -skip qtscript -skip qtsensors -skip qtserialbus -skip qtserialport -skip qtsvg -skip qttools -skip qttranslations -skip qtwayland -skip qtwebchannel -skip qtwebengine -skip qtwebsockets -skip qtwebview -skip qtx11extras -skip qtxmlpatterns -qtnamespace QT https://www.hexblog.com/?p=1261 see hexblog for more entries for previous versions, but again not much changes from release to release regarding qt. |
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The Dangers of Changing Religions
There are many different religions and cultures in the world and each has developed to suit its own people. Because of that, I always recommend that it's best to keep the religion you were born into. In the West, most people are Christians, although there are also some Jews and some Muslims. For them, or for anyone, to change religions is not easy and sometimes it just creates confusion.
There's one example that I always mention. In the early 1960's, we Tibetans faced great difficulties. At that time, many Christian organizations came to help us. There was one Tibetan lady who had several small children and she faced a very difficult situation. Then a Christian missionary came and accepted her children to go to a Christian missionary school. One day she came to me and told me that in this life she's going to be a Christian, but in her next life she's going to be a Buddhist. This clearly indicates that she had some confusion about religion. If she went to heaven in her next life, she would have no interest in becoming a Buddhist; and if she went to hell, she would be unable to become a Buddhist!
Also there was one old Polish lady, I knew her from 1956. From 1959 onwards, she took serious interest in education and gave scholarships to several Tibetan students. She became interested in Buddhism, but before that she was a Theosophist in Madras. So already she had some nonsectarian type of point of view, but she accepted Buddhism as her personal religion. At the end of her life, the concept of God seemed to be closer to her mind and this also indicates a sign of confusion. Therefore, it's best to keep your own religion.
Among millions of people, however, some will instinctively have an interest in Eastern religions, especially Buddhism. These people need to think carefully. If they find Buddhism more suitable to their own dispositions, then okay, it's alright. Like among Tibetans, 99% of us are Buddhists. But over the last four centuries, there have been some Ladakhi Muslims living in Tibet, who have married Tibetans and their children have become Muslim. Also there have been some Christians in the Amdo area. So, okay, with both of them, no problem.
Also, I must mention that when someone takes a new religion, they must avoid a negative view toward their original tradition, which often comes up as part of human nature. Even if you find your old tradition not very helpful to you, it doesn't imply in general that it's not very helpful. All religions offer help to humanity. Especially when facing difficult situations, all religions offer hope. Therefore, we must respect all religions.
Learning from Each Other's Religions
Also, today's reality is a little bit different from the past reality. In the past, people from different traditions remained more or less isolated. The Buddhists stayed in Asia; the Muslims in the Middle East and some in Asia; and in the West there were mostly Christians. So there was very little contact. But now the times are different. There are many new waves of immigration taking place; there's economic globalization and also the growing tourist industry. So much information is now available, including information about Buddhism. Because of these various factors, our world community has become like one entity: a multi-cultural, multi-religious singular entity.
So here there are two possibilities of what can happen. The first one is that because of close contact between different traditions, sometimes there's a little sense of insecurity about our own tradition. The other tradition comes into more contact with us, so we feel a little bit uncomfortable. That's a negative possibility. The second possibility is that because of this reality of more communication, the opportunities to develop genuine harmony between traditions have grown. This is a more positive possibility and so now we must make effort to establish true harmony. If we leave aside the religions that do not have any philosophical basis, but just faith in worshipping the sun or moon or these type of things, if we leave those aside but look at the major world religions – Christianity, Judaism, Islam, different Hindu and Buddhist traditions, Jainism, Daoism, Confucianism, and so on – each of these has its own specialty. Therefore, through close contact, we can learn new things from each other; we can enrich our own traditions.
We Tibetan Buddhists, for example, we remained isolated behind the Himalayan mountains; we had no idea what was taking place in the outside world. But now the situation has completely changed. Now, for almost 50 years as homeless refugees, we've found new homes and many opportunities to learn from other traditions in other countries. This has been extremely useful. In the past, we have established exchange programs in India: Christian brothers and sisters came to India to learn from us and some of our Tibetan monks and nuns went to the West and had experience in Christianity, mostly in Catholic monasteries. So, with close contact in that way, if we don't remain closed-minded but open up, then we can learn something from each other. That way, we can develop mutual understanding and respect. And anyway, a new reality is there. Therefore I think that the development of mutual harmony among different religions is very important. This is one of my commitments until my death, to promote religious harmony. This is very helpful.
So, when I give lectures on Buddhism to audiences in the West who are mostly followers of other religions, then, the aim is to help these people to develop some understanding of Buddhism. That can be helpful for the development of tolerance. Then, perhaps like the present Pope stresses, the emphasis needs to be on both faith and reason together. That's very important. Without reason, sometimes faith remains a little irrelevant. But with reason, faith can become a part of life that is extremely relevant. Faith in God, for example, can be extremely helpful, like when a person is going through difficult periods it gives that person great hope. And if we think in terms of anger, hatred, jealousy, the wish to cheat and bully others, then if we have faith, faith protects us against such negative emotions and actions. When we realize this, then faith becomes very important in daily life. In the Buddhist tradition, we place emphasis equally on faith and reason. So, some Buddhist explanations, particularly those based on reason, might be useful to practitioners of other traditions.
Sharing Knowledge with Science
In the variety of religious traditions present in today's world, there are two categories: those that are theistic and those that are non-theistic. Buddhism is one of the non-theistic ones. According to non-theistic religions, the emphasis is on the law of causality. So naturally, there's a great deal of explanation of the law of cause and effect in Buddhism, and this is something which is very useful to know. It is useful in that it helps us to know more about ourselves and about our minds.
We need to realize, for example, that destructive emotions and attitudes are the sources of our suffering and pain. To eliminate suffering and pain, we need to focus not just on their physical and verbal levels, but also on the mental. The counterforces for them are also mostly mental.
In the Buddhist tradition, the explanation of the mind is very detailed. Also, we find the same in some ancient Indian traditions. Therefore now, today, modern science is investigating deeper and deeper in this area. For instance, medical science is beginning to carry out research on emotions, since they are very important in relation to our health. A healthy body is related to emotions. So it is especially important for neurologists investigating how the brain works to look more at emotions. In other academic fields as well, there is also a big interest in the mind and emotions. Therefore, information about the mind and emotions from Buddhism and from ancient Indian religions is very useful for their research.
Usually I distinguish three parts of Buddhism: Buddhist science, Buddhist philosophy and Buddhist religion. Look at the example of Buddha himself. Buddha originally was an ordinary sentient being, a limited being. He taught how to transform our ordinary emotions and minds step by step and, by following that path himself, he finally became enlightened, and that's a Buddha. Therefore, the Buddhist approach is to start on this level, the level of ordinary people, and then proceed on that level all the way up to Buddhahood.
Because of that, then firstly, we have to know today's reality: that entails Buddhist science. Then, on that basis, we see the possibility of change, of transformation. We see that change is possible and that's the Buddhist philosophy. When that becomes clear to us and we have confidence in the process of inner transformation, then we can start the practice of Buddhist religion.
So if we look back at Buddhist science, there are two areas that it deals with: internally, the mind, and externally with atoms, the universe and so on. Western science has much to offer on the external level: it seems to be extremely advanced in that area. We Buddhists can learn much from it about particles, how they function, about genetics, about the universe – these are very useful for us as Buddhists. At least, in terms of this planet, it's quite clear that there is no Mount Meru. So, some of our classical descriptions must also be changed. Therefore, the scientific findings in the fields of cosmology, particle physics, quantum physics, and so on, are very essential for us Buddhists to learn.
Some findings of modern science and Buddhism, however, are the same. For example, originally, people believed that there was some sort of self-sufficient, independent substance on the side of objects. But now, according to the findings of quantum physics, we see that there is no such thing. We Buddhists have had this understanding for thousands of years. Buddhism teaches that nothing is self-sufficiently arising or self-sufficiently existing, but rather everything dependently arises.
Now, in terms of inner knowledge, modern science is starting to conduct some investigations, so there can be mutual benefit. Buddhists can learn about external phenomena from science and science can learn how to deal with negative emotions and such internal phenomena from the Buddhists. So, when we speak with the scientists, it's not about future lives or nirvana. We don't speak about religious aspects, but rather we speak about the mind and emotions. This is because we have the same method: we investigate things in order to find out about reality.
So those of you Westerners who are interested in Buddhism, it's helpful to carry out your own scientific research. So, on that basis of offering the opportunity to investigate the Buddhist teachings with a scientific attitude, it seems alright for me to give lectures on Buddhism to non-Buddhist audiences. Because of that, then please look at my talks somewhat like academic lectures. Except for some chanting at the start, there are no rituals, no religious aspects in my talks. I just give scientific lectures. What do you think?

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Selling a Home with a Reverse Mortgage in Oakville, MO
How do you sell a home with a reverse mortgage in the St. Louis, MO, area? To start with, we need to understand what a reverse mortgage is. Essentially, it's a type of loan that allows homeowners (typically over a certain age) to convert portions of home equity into cash without having to sell or make monthly payments. Instead of making these payments, the lender makes payments to the borrower. Typically, this is for owners in retirement to get extra cash. Mortgages can be complicated. Luckily, Evervest Home Buyers is around to help owners negotiate loans and figure out the best way to maintain a property and safely create a reverse mortgage. Evervest can also help by buying your home with cash. Contact our specialists today to learn more about selling your property in Oakville, MO, with a reverse mortgage.
What Are Reverse Mortgages?
How do you sell a property with a reverse mortgage in the Oakville, MO, area? For now, we need to understand what a reverse mortgage is and how they work. Essentially, it is a mortgage that allows homeowners (typically over a certain age) to convert portions of home equity into money without having to sell or make monthly payments. Instead of making these payments, the financial institution makes payments to the borrower.
What Are Reverse Mortgages? Home equity conversion mortgages are an option for elderly homeowners that need access to supplementary money. These are often used to augment retirement, cover medical expenses, or make upgrades. There are significant costs and financial risks to getting a reverse mortgage that, for example, may affect inheritance. Each situation is unique and it's important to talk to a specialist before diving into any financial deal concerning your property.
In Missouri and most other states, there are a few conditions to apply for a reverse mortgage. See below for more information:
- Homeowners need to be 62 years or older and already have a substantial amount of equity in their property. This could mean decades of persistent loan payments to borrow back from a lender.
- A property owner may or may not have to have a mortgage paid off. This is where you need to consult a knowledgeable professional to see if it's worth investing more equity into your home or not.
- In Oakville, MO, an approved financial institution can issue a HECM (HECM) if you qualify.
- There are multiple ways you can receive payments on a reverse mortgage. For disbursement, borrowers can get a single payment payment, regular payments, a line of credit, or any combination depending on the circumstance.
- Unless you paid off the mortgage and continued putting equity into the property, people with reverse mortgages will have to repay the disbursement. This happens when a loan becomes past due, the homeowner sells, or the homeowner passes away.
- In MO, for example, borrowers (or their family and heirs) don't have to pay back more than the home's value. Reverse mortgages are considered non-recourse loans.
- A homeowner will also have to be HUD-approved by a housing counselor. Reverse mortgages can be complex — this is to ensure borrowers don't make hasty decisions.
It's important for homeowners to carefully consider the implications of borrowing against their property's equity. This becomes even more intricate if you're looking to sell your Oakville residence. Learn more about selling a home with a reverse mortgage in the following section.
How to Promote a Property with a Reverse Mortgage
Promoting a property with a reverse mortgage does not have to be overly complicated. As long as the homeowner meet the aforementioned prerequisites, any potential buyer can buy against the balance of the reverse mortgage or come to a compromise. Learn more about disposing of your Oakville, MO, residence for money in our FAQs. Below, we'll discuss a couple of steps a seller must take in order to make a smooth sale.
- You'll need to notify your lender if you want to sell a home with a reverse mortgage. They will likely provide you with more information about the process and verify any outstanding loan balance.
- Homeowners will also want to get their home appraised. Any equity you have put into your home may change the asking amount. You will also want to consider the current real estate market which, as we all know, fluctuates.
- You will also want to consider any accrued interest rates and fees when you're figuring out the balance (if any. Your lender can help you evaluate the equity of the property (i.e. the difference between the sale price and the loan balance).
- They loan balance and the appraisal will help you determine the market price. This is very important when you negotiate with a cash for home buyer.
- You may want to employ the services of a real estate agent if you choose not to use a cash for home buyer. They can help you market the home and negotiate. Or, if it's offloading an unwanted property, you can list it yourself or directly contact a cash for home buyer.
- Sellers will want to disclose the fact that you have a reverse mortgage to any buyer. This may increase or decrease the value of your home. If you followed the above steps, this shouldn't be a problem.
- After the sale is negotiated, the reverse mortgage is usually taken into account and the balance (if any) is subtracted from the sale. The buyer may want to pay off the balance themselves depending on the circumstance.
The next step is to is to transfer ownership. It is important to communicate your intention to sell a property with a reverse mortgage in Oakville, MO, with all appropriate parties. This includes the buyer, the lender, and maybe even a real estate agent. Contact Evervest Home Buyers now to learn more about selling your reverse mortgage or any other property today for more information about our services in the Oakville, MO area.
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Are There Any Risks of a Reverse Mortgage?
It's important for homeowners to carefully consider any implications of borrowing against their home's equity. This becomes even more intricate if you are wanting to put on the market your home.
Selling your residence quickly and hassle-free, selling for cash can be an excellent option. Companies like Evervest Home Buyers specialize in purchasing homes for cash, eliminating the need for time-consuming bank approvals or dealing with traditional real estate transactions. Selling for cash offers property owners the convenience of a streamlined process and a guaranteed sale. Whether you have a reverse mortgage or not, selling your Oakville, MO, residence for cash is often a good choice, especially if you're in a hurry to move or need funds for other investments. Reach out to Evervest Home Buyers today to explore your options for a cash sale and experience a smooth and efficient transaction.
Contact Evervest Today if You Have a Reverse Mortgage and Want to Sell
If you have any more questions about selling a home with a reverse mortgage, do not hesitate to reach out to Evervest Home Buyers for more information. We will make a transparent offer as fairly and quickly as possible. It is our objective to help you close fast. You can learn more about our team here. We can help you sell your home fast and easy, and get cash in your pocket.
If you are interested in selling your house with a reverse mortgage to Evervest Home Buyers, all you have to do is call our team now for a free, no-obligation offer on your home. You can reach us at (314) 730-0366 or contact us online to learn more about selling your reverse mortgage property in Oakville, MO.


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Yitzhok Brauner (1887-1944) Self-Portrait. Brauner was a painter in the Lódz ghetto in 1943. The artist is standing in the foreground of the picture. Roman Kramsztyk (1885-1942) Old Jew with Children. This drawing was made in the Warsaw ghetto. Kramsztyk was murdered by the Nazis in 1942. Bruno Schulz (1892-1942) Self-Portrait. Schulz was a painter and writer in the Drohobycz ghetto. He was the author of Cinnamon Shops and Sanatorium under the Hourglass. He was murdered by the Nazis in 1942. Gela Seksztajn (1907-1942) Self-Portrait. Seksztajn lived and painted in the Warsaw ghetto. In her will, which was preserved along with her watercolors in the underground archives of the Warsaw ghetto, she wrote, "...I am now standing at the boundary between life and death. I already know for certain that I must die and that is why I want to bid farewell to my friends and to my work. Farewell, comrades and friends. Jews! Do everything that such a tragedy will never be repeated!" She died in Treblinka in August of 1942. Return to Art and Architecture | Bibliographies | Documents | Galleries | Glossary | Maps | Movies | Museums | Music |
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FIFA to make changes after Thierry Henry handball
Thursday, December 3, 2009
FIFA, the world governing body for association football, yesterday announced it was setting up a working group to conduct an inquiry into the introduction of assistant referees and technology into the world game, in the wake of the reactions to the controversial handball committed by French captain Thierry Henry during the 18 November France vs Republic of Ireland qualifying play-off game for the 2010 World Cup.
Yesterday, at the request of FIFA President Sepp Blatter, FIFA held an emergency meeting of its 24 member Executive Committee in Cape Town, to look into various issues which had recently affected the world game, including the Henry handball.
After the meeting, FIFA announced it will set up an inquiry to investigate the introduction of goal line technology and the global experimentation of using additional referee's assistants to officiate during a match, already being trialled in Europe. FIFA did not however take the widely expected action of announcing there would be extra assistants in place for the upcoming 2010 World Cup, stating this was "too soon" to be made possible. Blatter also re-iterated his long-standing opposition to the adoption of video refereeing used in many other sports.
Blatter confirmed yesterday that Thierry Henry would be investigated by the FIFA Disciplinary Committee. Blatter also apologised to the FAI for his handling of their request to become the 33rd team at the 2010 World Cup.
Henry handball incident
There was a worldwide reaction after the Henry handball incident, which was missed by the referee Martin Hansson, with FIFA coming under pressure to make changes to avoid such a recurrence.
Henry's illegal handball had led to the decisive goal being scored in the game by William Gallas, which saw France qualify for the World Cup ahead of the Republic of Ireland. The Irish football federation ("FAI") first called on FIFA and the French for a replay, but this was rejected by FIFA. They later requested to be allowed to be given an extra place at the World Cup.
Yesterday, Blatter appealed to all players and officials that would be appearing in the upcoming 2010 World Cup to observe the principles of fair play. Henry had been criticised for admitting the handball after the game, but not informing the referee at the time.
Refereeing working group
Blatter said of the crisis in refereeing in the world game that:
The committee was of the opinion that we are at a crossroads: where shall we go with refereeing in the future? The game at the highest level is so tense that it is impossible for one referee and his assistants to see everything...The executive committee came to the decision that the referee is not any longer consistent with the quality and the speed of the game, and the interest of television and 32 cameras as we will have in the World Cup
To address these issues, FIFA announced they were going to set up a committee of inquiry to "look at technology or additional persons". Blatter confirmed the inquiry would involve a cross section of FIFA personnel, involving the referee, football, technical and medical committees.
On the subject of assistant referees, FIFA said:
... the Executive Committee expressed its support for the current experiment of including two additional referees behind the goal lines. However, the committee stressed that it would be too soon to implement this new system at the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa
Blatter said FIFA was not ignoring the ongoing trials of extra assistant referees, which would continue in the Europa League into the 2010 knock-out stages, but the executive was of the opinion that with these trials only occurring on one continent, any experiment should "be carried out globally" before being adopted in a World Cup, and that the six months remaining until the 2010 World Cup starts was too short a time to prove any such system. The 2010 tournament, to be held in June and July, would instead remain with the normal FIFA appointed officiating team consisting of four officials led by the match referee.
On the issue of what types of technology might be investigated, Blatter confirmed that two companies looking at goal-line technology were due to report to the rule-making International Football Association Board (IFAB) in March. According to AFP, the meeting also 'ruled out' the adoption of the type of video refereeing as used in rugby, cricket and tennis.', while Blatter stated such a system would 'damage the flow' of the game and "take away talking points".
Investigation of Henry
FIFA confirmed the FIFA Disciplinary Committee would "examine the case of Thierry Henry related to the play-off match". Blatter said:
I have not said that Thierry Henry will be punished, I have said that Thierry Henry will be examined by the disciplinary committee of FIFA", but he added "it was a blatant unfair playing and was shown all around the world, but I don't know what the outcome will be, let them make the decision. Fair play must be maintained in our game
No timetable was given for when the Disciplinary Committee, headed by Swiss lawyer Marcel Mathier, might make their decision on Henry. According to the Associated Press, the committee has the 'authority to impose a one-match suspension on Henry, which would take effect at the start of the World Cup in June.' According to the BBC, there was no certainty that Henry would even be banned if found guilty.
Apology to the FAI
After FIFA rejected an Irish request for a replay of the game, the FAI had asked Sepp Blatter to privately raise the issue at the FIFA meeting of whether the Irish could be entered into the 2010 World Cup as a 33rd team. According to the BBC, the FAI 'knew all along that there was very little chance of their request being granted but had decided to make it anyway on principle'. The FAI withdrew it before the meeting, after Blatter made their request public during his opening address of the Soccerex conference in Johannesburg on 29 November. Blatter yesterday apologised to the FAI for how he had handled their request, saying:
In this connection I would like to express my regrets - my regrets to a wrong interpretation of what I have said in the Soccerex. I have only announced they have asked it, but the presence in the Soccerex they don't took it very, I would say, seriously. So I regret what I have created and especially towards the Irish Football Association, I am sorry about these headlines going around the world. Contrary I have nothing against the Irish, they were very sporting people when they came to FIFA and it is a pity that it has been now communicated in this way. Sorry again."
Related news
- "Ireland requests replay of FIFA World Cup play-off with France" — Wikinews, November 20, 2009
- "FIFA Executive Committee proposes measures to tackle football issues" — FIFA, December 2, 2009
- "Blatter apologises to FAI" — Sky Sports, December 2, 2009
- "Fifa rules out goal-line assistants" — The Times, December 2, 2009
- "Blatter makes apology to Republic" — BBC Sport, December 2, 2009
- "No extra officials for World Cup" — BBC Sport, December 2, 2009
- "Fifa to investigate Thierry Henry handball" — BBC Sport, December 2, 2009
- "FIFA reject extra referees proposal" — Press Association, December 2, 2009
- "FIFA rules out ref aids for World Cup" — AFP, December 2, 2009
- "FIFA to investigate Henry, Blatter says sorry" — AFP, December 2, 2009
- "FIFA: No extra refs at WCup, investigates Henry" — Associated Press, December 2, 2009


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I was inspired by Mark Kurlansky's book Cod to delve further into the world and history of fishing and fishermen. Then an opportunity presented itself to construct a story for performance to third grade children around the topics of Wildlife, Water, People and more specifically immigration and the ecology of the sea. Cod would be the perfect vehicle to help tell this story. At the outset I was not even aware of the children's version of this book and was so excited to find it! Here is a look at that version from Amazon .
That was just the beginning, a story is a complex intertwining of facts from multiple sources. Cod gave me my background knowledge. Then I needed characters, I found mine on the list of passengers on the Mayflower voyage to the New World in 1620. Here I researched the children of the Ancient Time as it was called and selected two. The characters themselves required more research as they are historical not fiction. My characters are Remember Allerton and Richard More, each have left a long lineage and a place in the history of the founding of our nation.
My next question to answer was, What does Cod fishing look like? How do you fish for Cod in the old ways and the new?
I journeyed into the realm of salt water fishing and the life and habits of Cod. Here is where You-Tube came in handy to give me some visual reference. Here is a link to a story about the decline of Cod populations.
This next link is a moving video full of the visuals I needed to be able to tell my story with an accuracy and true representation.
From you-tube it as a long read in several nautical history books and a visit to Mystic Seaport.
I also visited the Essex Shipbuilding Museum.
I got to know the Cod itself by drawing and painting them so I would remember their distinctive fins and chin barb.
Cod Watercolor on textured paper by Carolyn Stearns '14 |
This is heavy material and my focus audience for the premier of this story is third grade. I need a way to take the depth of history and content and make it memorable and fun to hear and retain. I have added music to the story, interspersed to introduce new sections of the story and as a culminating piece to spark conversation about the ecological and financial damage done to the Cod legacy by over fishing the waters. The music I chose for this is an old sea chantey "Cape Cod Girls", hear a version at this link;
As with all chantey music there are many versions and arrangements so I took the liberty of adapting this song to fit the story a bit more and have our sailors/ fishermen bound for a "New World". The music to close this piece is one verse of a sea ballad called " Peter's River" by Mary Garvey (c) 1995 and used with her permission. The sheet music and lyrics are available here:
I heard this song a few years ago and it haunted my mind but in a weekend filled with music I could not remember the melody. Then in June 2012, I shared the stage at Mystic Sea Music Festival with Mary Garvey, it was from that meeting that I learned the song that has become one I hum often when working.
Spring of 2014 this story will debut and be added to my regular repertoire of stories to tell. The story has such depth I will be able to offer an adult version with more content as well.
My review in 2013 of the book Cod is here:
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"Stone of Self-Mastery" Chakra(s): Root, Solar Plexus and Third-Eye Energy Vibration: 6 Energy: Protection Healing Grounding Protection: Captures and Grounds Psychic Attack Protects against Adversaries Protects against Black Magick Blocks negative influences. Stimulates: Grounding All The Senses Inner-Strength Concentration Self-Mastery Self-Discipline Intuition Metaphysical Properties:
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The Myth: The myth of the origin of onyx says that the goddess Venus was resting on the banks of the Indus River. As she slept, Cupid used the point of one of his enchanted arrows to give her a manicure. The parings of her nails then fell into the waters of the sacred river. Since the nails were of heavenly origin, they sank to the river bottom and were metamorphosed into onyx. In Ancient Times: Onyx is a protective stone worn when facing adversaries in battles of conflicts of all kinds, or while hurrying down a dark street late at night. In classical ceremonial magic, the image of the head of the god Mars or a figure of the hero Hercules was engraved on onyx and carried for courage. Indians and Persians believed that wearing onyx protected them from the evil eye, and that placing onyx on the stomach of a pregnant woman in labor would reduce the labor pain and bring on earlier delivery. Effects: Onyx is not only used for protection, but also as defense against negativity consciously directed towards you. It has also been used to reduce uncontrollable sexual impulses. The close union and yet strong contrast between the layers of black and white in some varities of onyx may suggest its connection with romance. In India, Gemologists recommend Onyx as a protective measure for harmonious relationships, thus keeping away any probability of disturbances or differences between the couple. Onyx as a birthstone provides the structure and authority you crave. It can help you be the master of your destiny and strengthen your confidence. It provides support in difficult times and centers your energy in times of mental or physical stress. It also offers the gift of wise decisions. Mystical Power of Onyx (general): Throughout history, onyx has been thought to bring powers of protection, defensive magic, and the reduction of sexual desires. It has also been thought to reinforce the knowledge that there is no death, aiding in the understanding of the wheel of birth, death and rebirth. It brings about the knowledge that separation is an illusion and reunion will come. It aids psychic contact with those who have died, facilitates séances and mediumship, brings messages from the dead, and aids past-life and between-lives regression work. It helps future life progressions, and prevents and removes spirit possessions. Contemporary authors say the onyx brings increased vigor, strength, stamina, and self control. It alleviates worry, tension, and nervousness and eliminates confusion and nightmares. It is used to provide glimpses of that which is 'beyond' and activates one's memory of one's roots and reality. Medicinal applications include the treatment of bone marrow diseases, teeth, foot, blood and bone problems, and soft tissue disorders. It is also believed to aid in ailments such as epilepsy or glaucoma and is known to have powers to rectify damage done to cells. Mystical Power of the Black Onyx (specific): The Black Onyx seems like a gift from the gods to us… it can help you live a more fulfilling life! The Onyx is a type of chalcedony that's part of the quartz family. It was a popular stone for the Greeks. They believed that the Onyx stone came from the fingernails of the Goddess Venus. It is a powerful stone with plenty of positive attributes. First, it is a grounding and centering stone. It will balance you mentally, spiritually, and emotionally. Second, it is a strengthening stone that will assist you in tasks where you feel challenged and weak. Third, it will ease your fears where they are the strongest. Fourth, it will banish negativity. Fifth, it will rejuvenate you when you have run out of energy. Finally, it will attract positive energy and bring you happiness. When you wear a Black Onyx Bracelet, it will inspire self-control, confidence, fidelity to your partner. It enhances your meditation and dreams. It will give you confidence in your career, like in interviews and presentations. The Black Onyx will work according to your heart's desire. The Black Onyx is also believed to have healing powers and to heal teeth, bones, feet, and blood disorders. Place it on your body and feel the healing take place. Use the Black Onyx to charge water to treat skin ailments like fungal infections and sunburns, and also wounds and rashes. Just pat it on the affected area and use an Onyx water compress at night. Here's just some of the benefits you will get, when having the Black Onyx near you:
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"The Blood Stone" Hematite balances the meridians within the whole body, as it is great for physical healing, along with providing one with a mental and spiritual well-being. It stimulates the mind while protecting, grounding and balancing. Chakra(s): All, Especially The Root Chakra Zodiac: Aries/Aquarius Birthstone: December/March Planet: Mars/Mercury Energy Vibration: 9 ENERGY:
In Ancient Rome, hematite was a popular stone for decorative purposes. Jewellery, weapons, and even armour decorated with hematite were traded widely. The dark colour was thought to be especially intimidating or protective. Hematite stones are opaque, not the strongest of stones (it has a 5-6 on the Mohs hardness scale), and they have a strong metallic lustre. When found in nature, it will be rough and red, but once polished, it takes on a beautiful, mirror-like sheen, which makes it extremely popular in semi-precious jewellery. Just like Amethyst, this stone's energy is earthy, and it is one of the best stones that you can use to harness the power of the element of earth to lend you strength and dispel negativity. If you are interested in learning how to use hematite's power, simply read on! Why Would You Use Hematite Crystals-Stones? Hematite's powerfully earthy energy means that it can be used for almost any project that involves the power of the element of earth. Earth is the element that rules the physical world, money, practical thinking, and decision making. As I'm sure you can imagine, this makes the powers of earth extremely popular and beneficial! Thinking in a solid, logical way that will also improve your material and financial life is a pretty positive way to go through life. Specifically, hematite is a good stone for organizing one's thoughts and developing logical thinking skills. This is a useful stone for improving your skills in subjects such as mathematics, argumentation and debate, or problem-solving. If you're put off by the idea of a stone benefiting "logical" thinking, and worried that it might negatively impact your creativity, fear not! In fact, logical thinking is a prerequisite for creative thinking. The most creative thinkers, from painters like Picasso to scientists like Einstein, or even young children, are actually the most ruthless appliers of logic. They apply logic so rigorously that they come very quickly to conclusions or ideas that other people would dismiss as "crazy." In other words, if you feel that your creative thinking is stagnant and you want some more, then applying hematite to improve your logical thinking skills is the best thing you can possibly do for yourself! It also has strong emotional benefits, because, as many dark-coloured stones do, hematite dispels negativity and "purifies" the emotional realm. It balances its user's self-esteem and self-vision by sweeping away all the negativity that so often clouds our understanding of ourselves. By using hematite, you make way for more positive energy to enter into your life. Hematite's main property could be described as "grounding." If you tend to have a "flighty" mind, prone to distraction, lack of focus, or anxiety, or even if you feel that you have a strong imagination, but that it's impacting you negatively, this could be the perfect stone for you. It won't "kill" your imagination – quite the opposite, as described above! – but it will give you an increased ability to focus your mind in a productive way, rather than becoming psychically distracted. How Will Hematite Help You? Hematite can benefit you in multiple different fields of your life. It is best known for its positive effects in business and career fields, but it can also be helpful in your romantic relationships, your family life, your spiritual development, and your general perspective towards yourself. Hematite and Wealth First, let's tackle hematite's role in your career. Because of its connection to the element of earth, this is one of the best stones you can use for its financial benefits. Remember, earth is the element that rules money – why do you think American money is green? If you're seeking a promotion, a raise, or maybe a whole different job that will benefit you from a financial perspective, hematite is a great stone to incorporate into your life. Its power will not only make people see you in a more positive way, but also give you the skills of strong logical thinking and practicality that are so rare and valuable in most career fields. Hematite, Love and Relationships When it comes to interpersonal relationships – whether romantic, familial, or just friendly or social – this is the perfect stone for keeping you far away from "drama." While some people seem to attract fusses like magnets, hematite will repel all that unnecessary, negative, attention-seeking behaviour. From a spiritual and emotional perspective, hematite is a good stone for fostering gratitude for what you have. Appreciating what you have in the here and now is one of the single healthiest things that you can do for your mind and spirit. Hematite and Healing I would also be remiss if I didn't mention hematite's history as a physically healing stone. Hematite has been used for centuries in medicine for a very good reason – it contains iron! Iron deficiency is the cause of many health problems, so it's only natural that an iron-containing stone would be touted for its healing properties. Hematite has been said to have positive effects on the heart and the circulatory system. It can also ease symptoms that are exacerbated by stress or anxiety, due to its grounding properties. Remember, however: crystology is never an acceptable substitute for professional medical attention! Never use any stone as a replacement for seeing a qualified doctor or medical professional. Furthermore, it should be noted that, due to hematite's iron content, any sort of healing process that requires you to consume any quantity of the stone should be regarded with extreme caution and skepticism. Iron is an important micronutrient, and if you're an Ancient Roman, then taking a hematite elixir might be a great way to get it, but it can quickly become toxic if you're literally eating the metal. Get your iron nutrients from spinach or red meat instead, and save hematite for spiritual nutrition. How to Use Hematite Crystals for the Best Results Because hematite is both very aesthetically pleasing and relatively inexpensive and common, hematite jewellery is quite easy to procure. As such, a nice range of hematite jewellery is a gery easy thing to collect. When you are preparing for a difficult confrontation (especially one that has to do with money), put on your hematite like armour! This strong, protective stone will keep you emotionally and spiritually safe, and it should be thought of as having that purpose. When you put it on, think of yourself like a knight in a movie putting on his armour before going into battle. This also applies if, for whatever reason, the "energy" of your house itself feels wrong. Many people who believe that their houses are haunted by traumatic memories would benefit from placing some hematite in the house to "suck out" the residual negative energies. If you are suffering from nightmares (or have a partner or child who is), place hematite under your (or their) bed or pillow in order to keep the negative energies that cause nightmares at bay. |
Whereas gold is the metal of the sun, silver is the metal of the moon. Like the moon and water, silver is reflective and used to mirror the soul bringing people calm and balance. Silver is used to 'draw down the moon' during lunar ceremonies, giving the wearer use of the moons energy and protecting them from negativity. Silver's connection to the spiritual life is mostly seen in traditional cultures where people live in union and deep respect for the earth. For example, the Tibetans spiritual silver jewelry is often combined with gemstones and crystals which then resonate their healing vibrations more strongly. Another aspect of the silver natural healing belief is that wearing this jewelry brings the wearer more in tune with the vibrations and flow of the universe. It is the metal of emotions, love and healing. Silver's properties are strongest during the new and full moon. Silver Metaphysical Properties and Silver Mystical Properties
Silver in Healing Wearing silver jewelry is said to help heal and calm the mind, to help clear the lungs and throat, to increase circulation and purify the blood, to balance hormones and to slow the progression of degenerative brain diseases. Just wearing silver is said to help draw negative energy from the body to make way for positive energy. Any stone used for healing will benefit from being set into silver. Silver is a great conductor of energy, including magic. Any stone set in silver will be amplified and its energy more easily directed. |
The Power of Colors: Silver: Feminine divinity, stability, psychic awareness, intuition, dreams, victory, meditation, communication, moon magick, gambling luck. Develops psychic abilities to neutralize the situation, repels destructive forces, working with the powers of goddesses. The Moon rules silver. House and the immediate vicinity, imagination, memory, mental awareness / dreams, spirituality, meditation. For psychological purposes, meditative / hypnotic. The Moon rules silver. Silver rules the third eye. Black: Grounding, wisdom, learning, protection, safety, reversing, uncrossing, unhexing, repelling black magick, banishing negativity, releasing, shapeshifting, defense, scrying, pride. Black absorbs and hides and creates confusion and chaos, new beginnings, knowledge of hidden things, is the container of light, one of the most powerful color. Use black for the self-control, time and patience. Black is also a good color to use to bring discord and confusion within the enemy. It can also be used for protection, wrap negative energy, breaking barriers and blocks, reverse and destroy negative thought forms. It's better if applied to others. Black controls the base chakra, the planet Saturn, the earth element and the original religions, it means new beginning. Satanic alchemy, black represents the step into the void of meditation and transformation. Green: Prosperity, abundance, money, physical & emotional healing, growth, luck, marriage, tree/plant magick, acceptance, weather, counteract envy/greed/jealousy. Money, fertility, wealth, material gain, health, healing, communication with the spirits of nature, anti-inflammatory. Venus is green - love. Making love (fond, red is for lust and sex), fidelity, reconciliation, beauty, youth, friendship, attraction, harmony, financial gain, increase the gain, social functions, possessions, wealth, indulgence, pleasure. Great for the beginning and growth. Venus is the master at Green - abundance, fertility, success, happiness in general, harmony, immortality, generosity, material gain, renewal, marriage, balancing and healing. Green can also be used to incite jealousy, greed, suspicion, resentment, illness, disorder, disharmony when applied to others and direct. Green is the color of the heart chakra. |
Zircon Crystals and Stones... Bring Balance, Spiritual Grounding and Healing Zircon crystals or stones have an intense energy that is highly spiritual. They will help you to love yourself and others, and to recognize the spiritual aspects of yourself. It will bring the spiritual energy down from the higher transpersonal chakras via the crown chakra, then move it to all of the lower chakras. If you have problems that are causing you serious issues, and you need to take yourself out of the situation, meaning to distance your opinions and take guidance from spirit, they will help you. It will ground this energy at the base chakra, then take the energy down to the earth star chakra and Mother Gaia. While it is a spiritual stone, it is also a strong stone for grounding you. These stones have beneficial metaphysical properties, that will work within all of the chakras to stimulate the movement of sluggish energy. They help you to be more organized and to act more effectively to do what you need to do to achieve your aims. Where Is It From? Zircon Meaning Zircons are some of the oldest stones that have been used on the planet, and the meaning of their name dates back to an ancient Persian word. This name became part of the Germanic languages, and then was anglicized to the English word Zircon. The finest and best deposits of Zircon stones come from Madagascar and Canada, but it has also been found in Sri Lanka, Ukraine, Australia, Canada and the USA. The color of Zircon Crystals varies and may be red, orange, yellow, green and brown, but many of these have been heat treated to get these colors. The most common untreated stones are brownish red to brownish yellow. The most beautiful and precious gem quality stones are commonly heat treated. This is to create lovely brilliant stones with an intense fiery brilliance. These are often yellow, green, blue or may be colorless. Why Would You Use It? Zircon crystals embody a strong healing energy and have an effective spiritual grounding vibration. They are known as a 'stone of virtue' as they help to balance the virtuous aspects within you. These crystals are both common and uncommon at the same time. While they really are quite common stones, not all crystal shops carry them. This is because the stones that are really beautiful are snapped up for the jewelry trade, while the rest may be overlooked, as many do not have the look that some people associate with a beautiful crystal. They are chakra stones for all of the chakras, but they have a stronger effect within some specific chakras. Once you use Zircon crystals of any grade, you will appreciate their strong spiritual aspect. Heat treating makes it hard to ascertain the actual original color of the stone, but should not effect its metaphysical qualities. After all stones are naturally heated in the earth over the millions of years it takes for them to form. Any color of Zircon Crystals may potentially have an effect on your intuitive abilities as well as aiding you to develop stronger psychic abilities. They may both help you to develop your intuition, as well as stimulate your current level of intuition to increase. The chakras that they affect the most may depend to some degree on the color of the actual stones, and whether they have been heat treated. How To Use It This is an excellent stone to stimulate your strength of purpose, so it is a beneficial stone to use when doing a daily meditation with crystals. This may be especially helpful if you desire to achieve a specific purpose from your meditation. Using them may also help you to develop your intuitive abilities more fully. Their vibration also provides spiritual protection, so this is another reason why you might choose to meditate with them. These stones are known to help you to bring your visions into reality. To help you to discover your specific psychic communication ability more quickly, you may like to use your Zircon crystals in meditation, as this may to aid the process. They have a strong spiritual grounding energy so they will help you if you are prone to coming out of meditation feeling spacy or unbalanced. They are known as a stone of balance, and this refers to both physical, emotional and spiritual balance. The strong spiritual energy of these crystals will help you to love yourself and others. They will help your way of thinking to become purer, and more in line with heart felt compassionate feelings. This may be because they stimulate the thymus or higher heart chakra. Zircon Crystals will assist you to manifest abundance and prosperity. This may be particularly strong if the stones you have contain golden or yellow colors within them. It is the power of your intentions that is involved when you do this, so you may choose to use any color of Zircon stones to aid you to manifest money. This vibration is particularly strong within the solar plexus chakra, where many of the yellow stones have a very strong energy. Who Should Use It? Use In Body Layouts You may use them at any of the chakras from the throat chakra up to enhance you ability to make contact with beings in higher dimensions. It is known to help to combine the energies of the heart chakra, base and solar plexus chakra to create a more intense vibration within them. It will enhance your thinking if used within the crown or third eye chakra. As it clears blockages of sluggish energy, it will help to connect your higher spiritual aspects with Mother Gaia. These are excellent stones for crystal healers to use in body layouts, as they will activate specific points in the etheric body and the chakra system. Using them in a body layout is very effective to get sluggish energy moving again. To specifically use them for a body layout you will need ten Zircon stones, one for each main body chakra and one to place at the earth star and soul star chakras. If you do not have ten stones, use them with other crystals and choose the area you feel you most need to help to place these stones. Zircon Crystals will ground you, taking energy down through the base or root chakra via the earth star chakra which will help to dissipate any excess of negative energy from within any chakra. How Will It Help You? They are strong stones to aid your spirituality and health, as they help to clear blocked and disharmonious energies from the physical body, that may be stopping you from moving spiritually to a higher level. Use Zircon Crystals at the third eye to aid you to both find a solution more quickly and to help you to find a solution in alignment with what spirit feels you require. Zircon of any color will have a positive effect both at this chakra and in all other chakras. These crystals are helpful to aid you to overcome prejudice of any type. This includes racism and other types of discrimination that separates you from any segment of the community, including homophobia. Wearing Zircons Zircons are on the birthstone list by month as they are a September birthstone, if you are able to get a piece of Zircon jewelry, these are often extremely beautiful stones. Jewelry made from Zircon gemstones will be powerful pieces to wear. As they are a Virgo as well as a Leo and Sagittarius birthstone, they may be sold made into lovely Zircon birthstone jewelry. Zircon crystals can be worn anywhere on the body, as this stone effects the chakras of the entire body. They are also on the zodiac birthstones list, and even though some are heat treated they still have a powerful energy to aid you to move forward spiritually. These stones are known to provide a shield of light around the body as protection from negative spiritual energy. Because of their strong spiritual protection energy, this makes them an excellent stone to wear on the body. Stimulates Sluggish Energy To Move They are known to aid muscle problems and dizziness, help increase bone stability and assist with the healing of broken bones. They are spiritual stones that have a strong grounding action and is powerful because it works within all of the chakras. They stimulate sluggish energy to move down from the higher chakras to the earth for grounding, clearing and energizing as it goes. This may have a dynamic effect on your health. They may help you to let go of feelings of depression and anxiety and feel happier within yourself. Do not confuse them with Cubic Zirconia's, man-made stones with no healing attributes. |


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The End of the World as We Know It?
Some believe the world will end in 2012. Find out why.
by Jennie Wood
December 21, 2012, is the last day in the 5,125 year-long Mesoamerican Long Count calendar. The calendar has been used by several cultures in the past, including the Maya, which is why it's also known as the Mayan Long Count calendar. Because of the calendar, various predictions using astronomy or numerology have been made. Most of those predictions involve a world-ending or world-transitioning event.
According to the Popol Vuh, a book of stories from the Mayan K'iche' Kingdom of Q'umarkaj (modern day Guatemala), we are living in the fourth world. Pulled together in the 1700s, the Popol Vuh explains that after the gods created three failed worlds, there was a fourth successful one where humanity exists. In the Mayan Long Count calendar, the third world ended after 13 b'ak'tuns (cycles), or 5,125 years. The end of the third world marks the beginning of the fourth world, which corresponds to August 11, 3114 BC in the Gregorian calendar, meaning the fourth world will reach its end or 13th b'ak'tun on December 21, 2012. Of the Maya Long Count calendar, American anthropologist, archaeologist, and author Michael D. Coe writes, "There is a suggestion that Armageddon would overtake the degenerate peoples of the world and all creation on the final day. Thus our present universe would be annihilated when the Great Cycle of the Long Count reaches completion."
The b'ak'tun 13 does not hold much significance in modern day Mayan life. The Long Count calendar is no longer used. Various archaeologists and Mayan elders have pointed out that an apocalypse is a Western idea and has nothing to do with Mayan culture or beliefs. Jose Huchm, a Mayan archaeologist said, "If I went to some Mayan-speaking communities and asked people what is going to happen in 2012, they wouldn't have any idea." In the 1990s, scholars and researches voiced their objections as well. Mayan scholar Mark Van Stone said, "There is nothing in the Maya prophecy to suggest that they prophesied a sudden or major change of any sort in 2012."
New Day Rising
Some cultures and groups are fixated on 2012 as a year of spiritual transformation. In India, more than 15 million people believe Kalki Bhagavan is the incarnation of Vishnu, a popular Hindu god. Since 1998, Bhagavan has said that 2012 is the deadline for human enlightenment because the year marks the end of Kali Yuga, the last of the four stages of the world.
Since 2000, groups of people have hiked up to Pic de Bugarach, a mountain near Bugarach, a small village of 189 people in France. In the first three months of 2012, the mountain had more than 20,000 visitors because they believe the location is ideal for the December 21 events that will transform the world. According to Bugarach mayor Jean-Pierre Delord in the British newspaper The Independent, the visitors "think Pic de Bugarach is an alien garage." Delord suspects that after December 21, 2012, the visitors will stop coming.
Several doomsday theories are floating around. Some are trying to cash in, using the media and internet to prey on people's imaginations and fears. One theory is that Nibiru or Planet X will collide with Earth. Others have pegged 12/21/2012 as the date Earth will smash into Alcyone, the largest star in the Pleiades cluster. Still other theories are out there involving everything from alien invasions to geomagnetic reversals. As December 21, 2012, approaches, theories become more intense and curiosity rises over what might happen on the last day in the Mayan Long Count calendar.
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Assistant Professor of Letters, College of Letters
- Location details
- Wesleyan University, Middletown, Connecticut
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- Position type
- Professor, Assistant
- Organization type
- 4-year college or university
- Languages
- Arabic, Classical languages, Hebrew, Other languages
- Field
- Comparative literature, Interdisciplinary, Humanities
- Employment category
- Full-time
- Tenure Status
- Tenure or tenure track
- Location
- Connecticut
The College of Letters at Wesleyan University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Letters, beginning July 1, 2023.
We seek a scholar-teacher with expertise in premodern Islamic intellectual traditions and cross-cultural exchanges around the Mediterranean world. To be hired as an Assistant Professor at the time of appointment, candidates must have a Ph.D. in History, Literature, Philosophy, or in related interdisciplinary fields such as Comparative Literature, Intellectual History, History of Science, History of Rhetoric, History of Religion, Classics, or Qur'anic Studies. A successful candidate may be hired as an Instructor if the candidate does not have a Ph.D. in hand at the time of appointment, but will complete the Ph.D. within one year of hire.
The successful candidate may work in classical Arabic, Syriac, Persian, Ottoman Turkish, Hebrew, Coptic, Ethiopic, Greek, Latin, and/or any number of related languages. Areas of research/teaching expertise may include instances of Muslim cultural transmissions and receptions between and within the societies of Europe, the Middle East, and North Africa, such as the Graeco-Syriac-Arabic "translation movement," the cultures of al-Andalus, or Late Medieval travelogues. In their application materials, we encourage candidates to address the ways in which their research/teaching is informed by critical theories of gender, sexuality, class, race; or by academic subfields such as diaspora studies or translation studies.
The College of Letters (COL) is an interdisciplinary humanities program, offering a three-year B.A. major for the study of literature, history, and philosophy across the Mediterranean, Europe, and the Atlantic from antiquity to the present. The curriculum emphasizes the close reading of texts across a wide range of genres as a method for pursuing an historically situated and critical understanding of cultural exchange and colonial expansion. The COL emphasizes collaborative pedagogy, interdisciplinary inquiry, and creative exploration. Our students learn with and from one another; they receive narrative evaluations instead of letter grades; and they pursue a scholarly or creative senior capstone project.
The teaching load is 2/2. In addition to offering courses in their areas of scholarly expertise, the successful candidate will be expected to teach in the COL's sequence of five interdisciplinary colloquia for majors (Antiquity, Medieval, Early Modern, 18th-19th centuries, 20th-21st centuries), the first three of which are co-taught by an expert in the period and a non-expert. We expect the successful candidate to have expertise suitable for teaching the Medieval colloquium. Additional duties include supervising senior theses and essays, advising majors and pre-majors, carrying on a program of research, and participating in faculty governance at the College and University level.
Applications will be reviewed in two stages and should be submitted online at https://careers.wesleyan.edu/postings/8916
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Congratulations to Ken Gushi for his 2nd place overall finish in the Toyota Pro / Celebrity Race coming in 1st place over all the other Pros. Gushi battled through a 30 second handicap that the "Pro" drivers are given from the start of the race and weaved his way past the other Pros and Celebrity drivers as he closed the gap on winner actor William "Bill" Fichtner. Gushi looked good in the 10 lap race and had the best lap time of the day 1:46:429.
Other celebrities included: MMA fighter Tito Ortiz, Kevin Jonas (Jonas Brothers), and actor Djimon Hounsou. Other Pros included Scion Racing driver Chris Rado and previous celebrity winners Frankie Muniz, and Brian Austin Green. Toyota will donate $5000 to the Racing for Kids charity and an additional $5000 to the winner's charity.
The Toyota Pro/Celebrity Race is scheduled to be broadcast on the Speed Channel on Sunday, May 1, at 3 p.m. EDT and will be rebroadcast after that. (See local listings or www.speedtv.com for times.)


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(Coverage By Christopher Allen, Photos By Jim Allen)
Weekend Recap
This time on "The Allen Report", we hit the road back to Rocky Mountain Raceways in West Valley City, Utah, for the ninth consecutive year. Once again, we arrive to a stacked lineup of twelve well known monster trucks ready to do battle on the oval track's figure-8 course, a track that has been equally tough on rising stars and experienced veterans alike.
Again this year all four members of 2Xtreme Racing came to take on each other, the competition and the track. Not surprisingly, Jimmy Creten took the controls of his trusty Bounty Hunter, complete with the original rendition of his popular and patriotic American Sniper Chris Kyle body. Dawn Creten was again at the helm of her trusty Scarlet Bandit. Mikeal Christensen came along to drive the prestigious Iron Outlaw truck. The fourth member of the equation, Knucklehead, had a different driver each of the two days, Austin Minton on Saturday and Christian Norman on Sunday.
Team Bigfoot returned to the Raceway after a year off with Larry Swim behind the wheel of Summit Bigfoot #21. But not far behind was the mysterious masked man Vinny Venom, recently crowned the 2017 Toughest Monster Truck Tour series champion, piloting Snake Bite. This version of the truck, hugely popular with the kids at the pre-show pit party, was a mixture of classic and current as the iconic "retro red" paint style remained from its 25th Anniversary tour one year ago, but the bedsides clearly showcased the sport's recent trend of off road race truck bodies.
Back again was one of the father/daughter teams on the circuit as Darren Migues returned in his Nitro Menace truck with daughter Kaylyn in her usual Jailbird. The twins from Gig Harbor, Washington, were also back with Travis in his orange Trouble Maker and Tyler ready to put his Saturday championship from last year on the line in the sleek looking black Double Trouble. Making the trip up from Lake Havasu, AZ was past World Finals field reporter Mark Schroeder in driving Devastator. Finally, ready to defend his home state turf was Ron "the Dunk" Duncombe continuing his tenth year of driving the Maverik Monster Trakker. When a huge crowd came through the gates of the Raceway and into the pre-show pit party, it appeared that the stars had aligned for an intense, go-or-blow monster truck battle royale.
Qualifying set the pace for the rest of Saturday evening. The first three trucks in line went progressively faster than the monster that went before them until Larry Swim and Bigfoot threw down the challenge to his rivals with a time of 30.71 seconds. And Bigfoot's old rival showed no fear when racing the clock, as Snake Bite bested Bigfoot by just a few tenths of a second. When qualifications were over, Snake Bite and Bigfoot has qualified first and second, sending them to opposite ends of the bracket.
But Vinny Venom didn't slow down there. He had no trouble at all in the opening round and caught the Iron Outlaw in the first quarter final while Bigfoot beat Jailbird in the first round and defeated the former World Champion Bounty Hunter in the quarter finals. It wasn't game over for the Tonganoxie, Kansas, team owner though, as Jimmy Creten had gone fast enough to return as the fastest loser. But from there, Creten's racing luck ran out for the night as he just couldn't catch Snake Bite in an incredibly close race. In the other semi, Bigfoot escaped the dark horse Devastator to set up another classic Bigfoot/Snake Bite championship round. But it wasn't going to be easy as the final race was set for two laps, per tradition of the Raceway.
The final race was one to remember. Both trucks were dead even out of the gate, with Vinny Venom drifting around the turns but Larry Swim never let "the Snake" get too far ahead. In the second to last turn of the race, the masked Snake Bite driver finally pushed it too hard at the exit of the turn, the truck's back end coming so far around the driver had to lay off the throttle. Larry's took full advantage, slipping past his old rival in the final turn of the race and never looking back to take the Racing Championship to thunderous response from the spectators.
One year ago, RMR officials introduced the Donut Contest (billed as a "Twister" contest at the time), and its huge popularity with the crowd encourage officials to bring it back for 2017. Sadly, Bigfoot had encountered engine trouble so there would be no double win on Saturday. Additionally, Snake Bite wouldn't get a chance to as transmission trouble kept him sidelined, too. Trouble Maker was the second truck out and went straight to an incredible height with a score of 9.6 with perfection being 10.
Scarlet Bandit stepped up to challenge the good old boys but missed the lead by a fraction of a point. But there were still several more opportunities for 2Xtreme Racing to take the Donut win. Iron Outlaw and Knucklehead both gave admirable efforts, but the team's big boss was locked and loaded and Bounty Hunter's lightning fast rotations, smoke rising from the tires and long spinning duration had the crowd roaring and the judges most impressed with a score of 9.85, taking the Donut Contest win.
As the second and final day of monster competition went on, it wasn't long before the Racing comp got turned on its ear. Fastest qualifier Bigfoot easily won his first race against rising star Kaylyn Migues and Jailbird, but more mechanical gremlins kicked in and sadly kept him out for the remainder of the night. Despite being a first-timer on this track, Christian Norman quickly proved the doubters and skeptics wrong by marching straight to the finals. Scarlet Bandit showed consistency round after round, the driver's superb efforts paying off when Dawn Creten found herself across the starting line from Knucklehead, the females in the crowd were firmly in Dawn Creten's corner. And it must have worked because Dawn Creten took the lead early in the first of the two laps and never looked back, claiming the Racing Championship.
With a triple car stack, a large distance jump and a wheelie bump to play with and two long minutes on the clock, freestyle was certain to be a seriously competitive affair. Motivated by his early racing loss, Jimmy Creten and Bounty Hunter got huge air, put down dizzying donuts, executed several vertical wheelies and several cross threads to shoot into the lead with a score of 36.5. Truck after truck came after him, only to fall short. Only his own wife and the Racing Champion, the last driver in the order, came close at a score of 33.5, but Creten again won the freestyle competition to close the Maverik Clash of the Titans for another year.
We at "The Allen Report" are going to take some time off for now. But when we return, we will do so from Watsonville, California, the hometown of our friends at Living the Dream Racing, home of the popular Time Flys and Wild Flower monster trucks. With that, we send a huge and sincere "Thank you" to Mike Eames, Dan Breach, Ron Craft and all of the Rocky Mountain Raceways staff for giving us such great hospitality and support, thank you for reading, enjoy the photos and cheer on!


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Can I Get Covid-19 Through My Eyes Or Ears?
NEW YORK (AP) – Can I get COVID-19 through my eyes or ears?
It's possible through the eyes, but not likely through the ears.
As with the nose and mouth, doctors say the eyes may be a route of infection if someone with the virus coughs or sneezes nearby. Infection is also possible when rubbing your eyes with hands that have been exposed to the virus.
Tears from an infected person could also spread the virus.
Frequent hand washing, social distancing and the use of facial coverings in public are ways to keep the virus from spreading, including through the eyes.
Glasses may also offer added protection, according to the American Academy of Ophthalmology. Health care workers are advised to use safety goggles when treating potentially infected patients.
Ears, on the other hand, are not believed to be a route of COVID-19 infection, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
The skin in the outer ear canal is more like regular skin, unlike the tissue in the mouth, nose and sinuses. That creates a barrier that makes it difficult for the virus to enter, according to Dr. Benjamin Bleier at Massachusetts Eye and Ear in Boston.


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'Peace is a daily, a weekly, a monthly process, gradually changing opinions, slowly eroding old barriers, quietly building new structures. And however undramatic the pursuit of peace, the pursuit must go on.' John F. Kennedy Jr.
'Coming Home' was inspired by a conversation that I had with a good friend of mine whose son had just returned from a tour in Iraq. That conversation is burned in my mind....the conflict evident in her face. Her joy that he was home and her fear for how his experiences had affected him and would ultimately change him.
These aren't typical quilts for me, but each quilt seemed to flow from this series of experiences and encounters. They'll always have a special place in my home.


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Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment for a Broken Foot
Monday, 04 November 2019 00:00The human foot has 26 different bones, and the foot is divided into three parts: the hindfoot, the midfoot, and the forefoot. Each section of the foot is composed of a different amount of bones. For instance, the forefoot is made up of 19 bones. The midfoot is composed of five smaller bones called the navicular, cuboid, and three cuneiform bones. Lastly, the hindfoot is made up of only the talus and the calcaneus. The feet tend to be vulnerable to slipping and twisting; consequently, fractured bones within the foot are common. When a bone gets crushed, bent, twisted, or stretched it may become broken.
Many foot fractures occur through an accident or trauma. More specifically, common causes for broken feet are car accidents, falls, missteps, or overuse. If you have a broken ankle or foot, you may have one or more of the following symptoms: throbbing pain, swelling, bruising, tenderness, deformities, and difficulty walking.
There are some factors that may put you at a higher risk of developing a broken foot. People who participate in high-impact sports are more likely to develop foot fractures because of the stresses, direct blows, and twisting injuries involved in gameplay. Additionally, those who suddenly increase their activity level are more likely to suffer a stress fracture.
Unfortunately, there are different complications that may arise because of a foot fracture. For instance, arthritis may be caused by fractures that extend into the joints. Bone infections are also possible in open fractures due to the bone being exposed to bacteria. However, there are ways you can help prevent yourself from breaking your foot. One way to avoid fractures is to wear proper footwear. If you plan on going on a run, you should wear running shoes. You should also replace your shoes if you notice that they are becoming worn out. For runners, it is best to replace shoes every 300 to 400 miles.
Treatment for foot fractures usually consists of rest, ice, elevation, and compression (RICE). If you plan on wrapping your foot, try not to wrap it too tightly because doing so may cut off blood supply in the foot. You should also avoid walking on the fractured foot.
If you suspect you have a broken foot, you should see your podiatrist right away. It is important that you have someone bring you to your doctor, since driving with a broken foot can be dangerous. You should especially seek urgent care if you are experiencing numbness, pain, or deformities in your foot.


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