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1 ACCESSIBLE PLAY AREAS Guidelines for Play Areas Summary of Accessibility Guidelines for Play Areas
2 Introduction The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a comprehensive civil rights law that prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability. The ADA requires that newly constructed and altered State and local government facilities, places of public accommodation, and commercial facilities be readily accessible to, and usable by, individuals with disabilities. Recreational facilities, including play areas, are among the facilities required to comply with the ADA. The Architectural and Transportation Barriers Compliance Board - often referred to as the Access Board - has developed accessibility guidelines for newly constructed and altered play areas. The play area guidelines are a supplement to the Americans with Disabilities Act Accessibility Guidelines (ADAAG). Once these guidelines are adopted as enforceable standards by the Department of Justice, all newly constructed and altered play areas covered by the ADA will be required to comply. These guidelines also apply to play areas covered by the Architectural Barriers Act (ABA). Summary This guide is intended to help designers and operators in using the accessibility guidelines for play areas. These guidelines establish minimum accessibility requirements for newly constructed and altered play areas. This guide is not a collection of playground designs. Rather, it provides specifications for elements within a play area to create a general level of usability for children with disabilities. Emphasis is placed on ensuring that children with disabilities are generally able to access the diversity of components provided in a play area. Designers and operators are encouraged to exceed the guidelines where possible to provide increased accessibility and opportunities. Incorporating accessibility into the design of a play area should begin early in the planning process with consideration to layout, circulation paths, and the selection of play components. The play area guidelines were developed with significant public input and carefully considered the balancing of costs, safety, and accessibility. The Access Board sponsored a Regulatory Negotiation Committee to develop proposed guidelines. The public was given an opportunity to comment on the proposed guidelines and the Access Board made changes to the proposed guidelines based on the public comments. The Regulatory Negotiation Committee represented the following groups and associations: American Society of Landscape Architects ASTM Public Playground Committee ASTM Soft Contained Play Committee ASTM Playground Surfacing Systems Committee International Play Equipment Manufacturers Association National Association of Counties National Association of Elementary School Principals National Child Care Association National Council on Independent Living National Easter Seal Society National League of Cities National Parent-Teacher Association National Recreation and Park Association Spina Bifida Association of America TASH United Cerebral Palsy Association This guide is designed to assist in using the play area accessibility guidelines and is divided into the following sections: Where Do the Play Area Guidelines Apply? What is a Play Component? How Many Play Components Must Be on an Accessible Route? What Are the Requirements for Accessible Routes? What Other Accessibility Requirements Apply to Play Components? Soft Contained Play Structures Summary of Accessibility Page Copies of the play area accessibility guidelines and further technical assistance can be obtained from the, 1331 F Street, Suite 1000 NW, Washington, DC ; , (TTY); Alternate formats of this document are also available upon request. October 2005
3 Play Area Terms 4-5 contents Where Do the Play Area Guidelines Apply? 6-8 New Construction...6 Alterations...6 Equivalent Facilitation...6 Phasing in Play Areas...7 Play Areas Separated By Age...8 Geographically Separated Play Areas...8 What is a Play Component? 9-13 Play Components...9 Different Types Elevated Play Components...12 Ground-Level Play Components...13 How Many Play Components Must Be On An Accessible Route? Ground Level Play Components - One of Each Type...14 Ground Level Requirements - Based on Elevated Play Components...15 Elevated Play Components...16 Step-by-Step Guide 17 Play Area Evaluation Example 18 What Are the Requirements For Accessible Routes? Accessible Routes...19 Ground-Level Accessible Routes Accessible Ground Surfaces...22 Accessible Surfaces Located in the Use Zone Elevated Accessible Routes...24 When Ramps Are Required When Transfer Systems Are Used Connected Elevated Components...32 What Other Accessibility Requirements Apply to Play Components? Clear Floor or Ground Space...33 Maneuvering Space...34 Entry Points and Seats...35 Play Tables...36 Reach Ranges (Advisory)...37 Soft Contained Play Structures 38 Alterations 39 Acknowledgements 40 Summary of Accessibility Page
4 play area terms Play Area Terms Many terms are used throughout this guide to describe the play area guidelines. Familiarity with these terms is important when applying the guidelines. Other definitions are provided in ADA/ABA. ABA - Architectural Barriers Act Access Board An independent Federal agency that develops accessibility guidelines under the ADA and other laws. The Access Board is also known as the Architectural and Transportation Barriers Compliance Board. Accessible Describes a site, building, facility, or portion thereof that complies with the play area guidelines. Accessible Route A continuous unobstructed path connecting all accessible elements and spaces of a building or facility. Inside the boundary of the play area, accessible routes may include platforms, ramps, elevators, lifts. Outside the boundary of the play area, accessible routes may also include parking access aisles, curb ramps, crosswalks at vehicular ways, walks, ramps, and lifts. ADA Americans with Disabilities Act. Alteration An alteration is a change to a building or facility that affects or could affect the usability of the building of facility or part thereof. Alterations include, but are not limited to, remodeling, renovation, rehabilitation, reconstruction, historic restoration, resurfacing of circulation paths or vehicular ways, changes or rearrangement of structural parts or elements, and changes or rearrangement in the plan configuration of walls and full-height partitions. Normal maintenance is not an alteration unless it affects the usability of the facility (see section on alterations for more details). Amusement Attraction Any facility, or portion of a facility, located within an amusement park or theme park, that provides amusement without the use of an amusement device. Examples include, but are not limited to, fun houses, barrels, and other attractions without seats. ASTM American Society for Testing and Materials. Berm A sloped surface at ground level designed to ascend or descend in elevation. Clear Unobstructed. Composite Play Structure Two or more play structures attached or functionally linked, to create one integral unit that provides more than one play activity (ASTM F ). Cross Slope The slope that is perpendicular to the direction of travel (see running slope). Elevated Play Component A play component that is approached above or below grade and that is part of a composite play structure consisting of two or more play components attached or functionally linked to create an integrated unit providing more than one play activity. Summary of Accessibility Page
5 play area terms 1 Facility All or any portion of buildings, structures, site improvements, elements and pedestrian routes or vehicle ways located on a site. Ground Level Play Component A play component that is approached and exited at the ground level. Play Area A portion of a site containing play components designed and constructed for children. Play Component An element intended to generate specific opportunities for play, socialization, or learning. Play components may be manufactured or natural, and may be stand alone or part of a composite play structure. Ramp A walking surface that has a running slope of greater that 1:20. Running Slope The slope that is parallel to the direction of travel (see cross slope). Site A parcel of land bounded by a property line or a designated portion of a public right-ofway. Soft Contained Play Structure A play structure made up of one or more components where the user enters a fully enclosed play environment that utilizes pliable materials (e.g., plastic, netting, fabric). Use Zone The ground level area beneath and immediately adjacent to a play structure or piece of equipment that is designated by ASTM F 1487 Standard Consumer Safety Performance Specification for Playground Equipment for Public Use for unrestricted circulation. This is the play surface upon which it is predicted a user would land when falling from or exiting the equipment. Summary of Accessibility Page 5
6 where do the play area guidelines apply? New Construction The play area guidelines in this guide apply to all newly designed or constructed play areas for children ages 2 and older. This includes play areas located in a variety of settings: parks, schools, childcare facilities, shopping centers, and public gathering areas. Owners or operators of newly constructed play areas are responsible for complying with these guidelines. The play area guidelines do not apply to: Family childcare facilities where the proprietor resides Amusement attractions Religious entities This large play area designed for the same age group is part of a public park system. The total of all the play components in this play area - which includes multiple composite structures - must be counted when applying the play area guidelines. 2 Alterations The play area guidelines also apply to existing play areas where alterations occur. Further information regarding the application of the play area guidelines to altered play areas can be found on page 39. Equivalent Facilitation Designs that result in products or technologies as alternatives to those prescribed, provided substantially equivalent or greater accessibilty and usability. Summary of Accessibility Equivalent facilitation is the concept of utilizing innovative solutions and new technology, design, or materials in order to satisfy the guidelines. These alternative solutions provide equal access and take advantage of new developments, but may differ technically from specific guidelines. Page
7 Phasing in Play Areas where do the play area guidelines apply? When play areas are constructed in phases, they must continue to meet the play area guidelines throughout construction. The initial phase area must meet the guidelines, and then at each successive phase the whole play area must be reassessed to assure compliance. Phased designs are play areas developed to be installed in different stages, allowing the play area to grow in a planned manner while accommodating budgets, fund raising, or community approval processes. This play area will be installed in two phases. As each phase is completed, the entire play area must be reevaluated for compliance. 3 Prior to phase one, the first structure is evaluated for compliance, since the guidelines are based on a minimum number of play components required to be on an accessible route. At the onset of phase two, the play area is reevaluated in its entirety. Summary of Accessibility 5 Page
8 where do the play area guidelines apply? Play Areas Separated by Age To reduce the risk of injury, safety guidelines recommend separate play areas for different age groups. In applying the guidelines, play areas designed for different age groups should be considered separately. A play area designed for 2 to 5 year-olds is considered separate from one for 5 to 12 year-olds. Therefore, compliance with the guidelines must be considered for each individual play area. 6 This dual play area designed for 2 to 5 year-olds and 5 to 12 year-olds shares resilient surfacing. Each section must be evaluated separately. Geographically Separated Play Areas Summary of Accessibility Page Large geographical spaces may contain several play areas within one park setting. Where play areas are geographically separated on a site, they are considered separate play areas. The accessibility guidelines apply to each play area. 7
9 Play Components where do the play area guidelines apply? A play component is an element designed to generate specific opportunities for play, socialization, and learning. Play components may be manufactured or natural, and may be stand alone or part of a composite play structure. Swings, spring riders, water tables, playhouses, slides, and climbers are among the many different play components. For the purpose of these guidelines, ramps, transfer systems, steps, decks, and roofs are not considered play components. These elements are generally used to link other elements on a composite play structure. Although socialization and pretend play can occur on these elements, they are not primarily intended for play. Spring rider 8 Climber 9 Swing 10 Slide 11 Summary of Accessibility Page
10 where do the play area guidelines apply? Rocking is an example of horizontal movement that can be backwards, forwards, sideways or even circular in nature. Sliding is an example of rapid descent that utilizes the force of gravity. When applying the play area guidelines, it is important to identify the different play experiences play components can provide. Different Types At least one of each type of play component provided at ground level in a play area must be on an accessible route. Different types of play components are based on the general experience provided by the play component. Different types include, but are not limited to, experiences such as rocking, swinging, climbing, spinning, and sliding. A Swinging Type 12 A Rocking Type This single play component provides one type of play experience for multiple individuals. Summary of Accessibility Page 10
11 what is a play component? The number of individuals who can play on a play component at once does not determine the quantity of play components provided in a play area. A play component can hold many children but is considered one type of play experience - or one play component - in the play area. 15 Examples of Sliding Types While a spiral slide provides a slightly different experience from a straight slide, the primary experience - a sense of rapid descent or sliding - is common to both activities. Therefore, a spiral slide and a straight slide are considered one type of play experience. 16 Summary of Accessibility Page 11
12 what is a play component? Elevated Play Components An elevated play component is a play component that is approached above or below grade and is part of a composite play structure. Play components that are attached to a composite play structure and that can be approached from a platform or deck area are considered elevated play components. 17 This climber is considered an elevated component, since it can be approached or exited from the ground level or above grade from a platform or deck on a composite play structure. Summary of Accessibility 18 Page 12
13 Ground-Level Play Components what is a play component? Ground-level play components are items that can be approached and exited at ground level. For example, a child approaches a spring rider at ground level via the accessible route. The child may ride then exit directly back onto the accessible route. The activity is considered ground level because the child approaches and exits it from the ground-level route. Ground-level components are approached and exited at ground level. Ground-level play components may include items such as swings, spring riders, and panels. Ground-level play components may be part of a composite structure. 19 Freestanding slides are considered groundlevel components for the purpose of these guidelines. An accessible route must connect to the ladder or steps, and to the exit of the slide. While this solution does not provide access for all children, it gives many individuals the opportunity to access play components Ground-level components may also be free-standing in a play area. When more than one ground-level play component is required on an accessible route, the play components must be integrated. Designers should consider the optimal layout of ground-level play components to foster interaction and socialization among all children. Grouping all groundlevel play components accessed by children with disabilities in one location does not constitute integration. Summary of Accessibility Page 13
14 how many PLAY components must be on an accessible route? Ground-Level Play Components There are two requirements addressing how many ground-level play components must be on an accessible route: One of Each Type Ground-Level Requirements based on the number of Elevated Play Components One of Each Type At least one of each type of ground-level play component that is present in the play area must be on an accessible route. As an example, this play area includes a composite play structure, two spring riders and a swing set (see inset). To meet the requirement, an accessible route must connect to at least one spring rider and one swing for one of each type of ground-level play experiences which are present in the play area. The above step-by-step guide is intended to assist when applying the play area guidelines. A detailed description is provided on page A ground-level play component is a play component that is approached and exited at the ground level. 23 Summary of Accessibility Page 14
15 how many PLAY components must be on an accessible route? Ground Level Requirements Based on Elevated Play Components The number and variety of ground-level play components required to be on an accessible route is also determined by the number of elevated components provided in the play area. The intent of this requirement is to provide a variety of experiences for individuals who choose to remain with their mobility aids, or choose not to transfer to elevated play components. Table The above step-bystep guide is intended to assist when applying the play area guidelines. A detailed description is provided on page 17. The number of groundlevel components determined by one of each type can also fulfill the minimum ground level requirement that is indicated by the elevated play components table. If ramps provide access to at least 50 percent of the elevated play components - which must include at least three different play types - then additional ground-level components are not required. In the play area shown on page 14, the composite structure has four elevated play components (bubble panel, slide, steering wheel, and tic-tac-toe panel). According to the table, a minimum of one ground level play component must be provided, and a minimum of one different type. The spring rider or swing can be used to meet the one of each type requirement and can also be used to meet the minimum number determined by Table Summary of Accessibility Page 15
16 how many PLAY components must be on an accessible route? Elevated Play Components At least 50 percent of the elevated play components must be on an accessible route. 24 The above step-by-step guide is intended to assist when applying the play area guidelines. A detailed description is provided on page 17. Play areas with 20 or more elevated components must use ramps to connect a minimum of 25 percent of those components. A transfer system or ramps may connect the other elevated play components required on an accessible route. An elevated play component is a play component reached from above or below grade, and is part of a composite play structure. Play areas with less than 20 elevated play components may use a transfer system instead of ramps to connect at least 50 percent of the elevated components. 25 Summary of Accessibility Page 16
17 Step-by-Step Guide Step-by-step guide on applying guidlines The following step-by-step guide has been provided to assist in evaluating a play area for meeting the minimum requirements of these guidelines. The guide has been arranged in four steps and provides spaces to fill in numeric values of play components for evaluating a specific play area design. The step-by-step guide is used throughout the remainder of this guide as a key, shown in the upper corner of each new section where it applies. Page 17
18 Play area evaluation example The example below illustrates a proposed design for a new play area. Each section illustrated in the flow chart provides guidelines for the following design tasks: Loose fill Gravel Rubber Tile Safety Surface Parking Lot Proposed Play Area Design Swing Set Interactive Panel Triple Slide Spring Rider Public Facility Banister Bars Overhead Curved Ladder Transfer System Existing Sidewalk 36 wide Determining the number of play components Assessing the variety of play types Determining how many play components must be on an accessible route Determining when ramps are required and when transfer systems are permitted Refer to this example while reviewing the concepts explained in this guide, to review how accessibility guidelines are applied to play area designs. 3 2 Different types of Play Experience at Ground-level 1 Spring Rider + 1 Swing 2 Types 4 Total # of elevated components 1 Triple Slide 1 Interactive Panel 1 Overhead Curved Ladder + 1 Banister Bars 4 total Table One of Each Type Table = 1 The greater number is the minimum requirement Page 18 50% of 4 elevated components = 2 elevated components
19 what are the requirements for accessible routes? ADAAG chapter 4 addresses accessible routes that connect the play area to the school, parking lot, or facility that it serves. Operators or owners of play areas are subject to all the other requirements of the ADA, including the obligation to provide individuals with disabilities an equal opportunity to enjoy the play area provided by that facility. This section describes the various features of accessible routes within a play area, including location, clear width, slope, and accessible surfaces. Accessible Routes An accessible route is a pathway specifically designed to provide access for individuals with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility devices. The accessible route must connect all entry and exit points of accessible play components. Clear floor space required at play components and maneuvering space can overlap the accessible route. Incorporating additional circulation space around high-use play components creates extra room for movement and accessibility for everyone using the play area. Accessible routes inside the boundaries of play areas are addressed in the play area guidelines. Technical provisions address the width, slope, and surface of both ground-level and elevated accessible routes. 26 There are two types of accessible routes: Ground-level Elevated This ground-level route connects ground components and the transfer system which connects elevated components. 27 This elevated route connects elevated play components on a composite structure. 28 Page 19
20 The 80-inch vertical clearance applies to ground-level routes only, and not elevated routes. This allows features like protective roofs and sun shelters to be present. what are the requirements for accessible routes? Ground-Level Accessible Routes A ground-level accessible route connects play components at ground level. 60 inches (1525 mm) minimum clear width 1:16 maximum slope The route may narrow down to 36 inches (915 mm) for a distance of 60 inches (1525 mm). This permits flexibility to work around site design features like existing equipment or trees The required 60-inch width enables two wheelchairs to pass each other or to change direction. Smaller play areas - those that are less than 1,000 square feet (304.8 square meters) - may have ground-level accessible routes that are 44 inches (1120 mm) clear width. A wheelchair turning space must be provided where the route exceeds 30 feet (9.14 mm) in length. At ground level, objects may not protrude into the 60-inch wide space of an accessible route up to or below the height of 80 inches (2030 mm), measured above the accessible route surface. The 80-inch clearance applies only to the 60-inch accessible route, and is not required for the entire play area. The play area provides a fun accessible roadway theme. The protective shelters for the benches have been set outside the boundary of the route providing the 80 inches of clearance required on the route. Page 20 31
21 what are the requirements for accessible routes? Ground-Level Accessible Routes Maximum Slope at Ground Level The maximum allowable slope for a ground-level accessible route is 1:16. Berms are sometimes used to provide access to elevated play areas. A berm may be a natural sloped surface that is present in a hilly play area site, or a ground-level route built with slopes. Designers are encouraged to consider edge protection and handrails on berms where there may be a drop-off. Remember the maximum slope of this ground-level accessible route is 1:16. However, handrails are not required on ground-level accessible routes. This is permitted since the handrails may become a safety hazard in the use zone. This play area provides a bermed accessible route To accommodate a height change along the perimeter of a play area - like these rubber safety tiles placed on an asphalt surface - an allowable 1:12 slope is utilized for the transition at the boundary of the play area. Page 21
22 The use zone is a ground level area beneath and immediately adjacent to a play structure or piece of equipment that is designated for unrestricted circulation around the equipment. It is predicted that a user would fall and land or exit the equipment on the surface of the use zone. what are the requirements for accessible routes? Accessible Ground Surfaces Ground surfaces along accessible routes, clear floor or ground spaces, and maneuvering spaces, must comply with the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) F Standard Specification for Determination of Accessibility to Surface Systems Under and Around Playground Equipment. This standard assesses the accessibility of a surface by measuring the work an individual must exert to propel a wheelchair across the surface. The standard includes tests of effort for both straight-ahead and turning movements, using a force wheel on a rehabilitation wheelchair as the measuring device. To meet the standard, the force required must be less than that which is required to propel the wheelchair up a ramp with a slope of 1:14. When selecting ground surfaces, operators should request information about compliance with the ASTM F standard. The American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) has established safety standards for play areas, including resilient surfaces. For further information or to purchase these standards, contact ASTM, 100 Barr Harbor Drive, West Conshohocken, PA , Accessible surfaces can include impact-attenuating tiles made of recycled rubber and engineered wood fiber that meet the ASTM requirements for accessibility and safety. The design can be created so safety is not compromised for individuals using the play area where both standards are applied. 34 Accessible Surfaces Located In The Use Zone If located within the use zone, accessible ground surfaces must also be impact attenuating and meet ASTM F Standard Specification for Impact Attenuation of Surface Systems Under and Around Playground Equipment. Page 22
23 what are the requirements for accessible routes? Accessible and non-accessible surfaces can be combined to provide variety and excitement in the play area. Rubber surfacing tiles facilitate access in this play area. Ground surfaces must be inspected and maintained regularly and frequently to ensure continued compliance with the ASTM F standard. The frequency of maintenance and inspection of resilient surfacing depends on the amount of use and the type of surfacing installed. At the time of this publication, rubber surfacing and some engineered wood fiber products meet the ASTM F standard. The fact that a specific product meets the ASTM standard does not necessarily mean that all other similar products will meet the standard. Operators interested in selecting surfaces to comply with the play area guidelines, should consult individual product manufacturers to determine compliance with ASTM F Accessible surfacing can be designed to complement the theme of the play area, while providing full access and visually integrating the surface into the overall design. Individuals of all abilities will enjoy the added benefits of an imaginative design. 38 Engineered wood fiber surfaces will require frequent maintenance to comply with the ASTM F standard because of surface displacement due to user activity or other factors. Designers and operators are likely to choose materials that best serve the needs of each play area. The type of material selected will affect the frequency and cost of maintenance. 39 Page 23
24 Ramps serve as a continuation of the accessible route from the ground allowing individuals who use mobility devices to access elevated components. The guidelines require that play areas containing 20 or more elevated play components provide ramp access to at least 25 percent of those elevated components. what are the requirements for accessible routes? Elevated Accessible Routes An elevated accessible route is the path used for connecting elevated play components. Elevated accessible routes must connect the entry and exit points of at least 50 percent of the elevated play components provided in the play area. Two common methods for providing access to elevated play components are ramps and transfer systems. Ramps are the preferred method since not all children who use wheelchairs or other mobility devices may be able to use - or may choose not to use - transfer systems. This photo illustrates an elevated accessible route: 36-inch (915 mm) clear width 32-inch (815 mm) narrowed width permitted for 24-inch (610 mm) length to accommodate features in the composite structure 12-inch (305 mm) rise maximum per ramp run Top of handrail gripping surfaces shall be 20 inches (510 mm) minimum to 28 inches (710 mm) maximum above the ramp surface 40 Page 24 The 80-inch vertical clearance height does not apply to elevated accessible routes. This allows for the use of features such as roofs and sun shelters. 41
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THE Mining Industry Pension Fund (MIPF) has taken the Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education to court seeking an eviction order over a debt of more than $270 000 in unpaid rentals and other operational costs at its building in Masvingo.
The MIPF has through its lawyers, Dube-Tachiona and Tsvangirai Legal Practitioners, filed summons at the Bulawayo High Court seeking an order compelling the Ministry of Primary and Secondary to pay $274 439 being rent arrears for occupying First Floor at Wigley House building in Masvingo.
In papers before the court, the Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education and Mr Joshua Murire, who is a co-principal debtor and surety of the Ministry, were cited as defendants.
The Ministry entered into a lease agreement with MIPF in June 2009. In terms of the agreement, the monthly rent is $1 000 while the operational costs were pegged at $1 200 per month. The rent was reviewed in July 2011 to $6 280.
"On June 28, 2017, the plaintiff demanded payment of the arrear rentals and operational costs and 14 days later, in terms of the lease agreement, first defendant (Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education) refused, neglected and failed to pay as per demand. The plaintiff is entitled to the payment of arrear rentals and operational costs totalling $274 439 and defendants have a duty to pay the money," said the MIPF lawyers.
MIPF wants to cancel the lease agreement and evict the Ministry.
"The plaintiff is further entitled to the cancellation of the lease agreement and the eviction of the first defendant and all those claiming the leased premises through it. The plaintiff is also entitled to payment of monthly holdover damages in the equal sum to monthly rentals and operational costs calculated from April 2017 to date of eviction," said MIPF in its summons.
In the event that the MIPF is granted the order, it wants the Ministry to be evicted from its premises within five days of the service of the court order.
The MIPF also wants the Ministry to pay interest on the rental arrears and legal costs.
The defendants are yet to respond. Chronicle

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Filed under: music | Tags: Leonard Cohen, Tom Waits, top five albums
Week 34 Mixtape: http://8tracks.com/Yaanon/top-five-albums-of-the-week-week-34
1. Famous Blue Raincoat by Jennifer Warnes
2. The Slider by T. Rex
3. Faster than the Speed of Night by Bonnie Tyler
4. Small Change by Tom Waits
5. Live in London by Leonard Cohen (don't worry; I'll buy a real copy soon!)
Filed under: music | Tags: blues, david bowie, Tom Waits, top five albums
Week 33 Mixtape: http://8tracks.com/Yaanon/top-five-albums-of-the-week-week-33
1. Mule Variations by Tom Waits
2. First Impressions of Earth by The Strokes
3. Diamond Dogs by David Bowie
4. Red Hot Blues by Elmore James
5. 24 of Hank Williams' Greatest Hits
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Week 32 Mixtape: http://8tracks.com/Yaanon/top-five-albums-of-the-week-week-32
1. Singles 86-98 by Depeche Mode
2. Ten New Songs by Leonard Cohen
3. Reality by David Bowie
4. Pod by The Breeders
5. Add It Up by the Violent Femmes
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Week 31 Mixtape: http://8tracks.com/Yaanon/top-five-albums-of-the-week-week-31
1. Live at Red Rocks by Rickie Lee Jones
2. Heaven or Las Vegas by Cocteau Twins
3. Songs from a Room by Leonard Cohen
4. Mixed Up by The Cure (on the mixtape is a cover of David Bowie's "Young Americans" by The Cure. This is not on Mixed Up, but I have never heard it before and thought it was worth putting on.)
5. Is This It by The Strokes
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Week 30 (NEW! Listen to select tracks from these albums at 8tracks.com): http://8tracks.com/Yaanon/top-five-albums-of-the-week-week-30
1. The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders of Mars by David Bowie
2. Live at the Beacon Theatre bootleg by Leonard Cohen
3. Glassworks by Philip Glass
4. The Best of the Velvet Underground
5. Low by David Bowie
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Week 29
1. Texas by PlayRadioPlay!
A very good album by an up-and-coming musician by the name of Dan Hunter. "Madi Don't Leave' Was one of many songs I turned to this week in my emotional distress. And yes, that CD is autographed.
2. Them or Us by Frank Zappa
Didn't help with the distress, but songs like "In France" and "Stevie's Spanking" sure do put a smile on one's face.
3. The Best of the Velvet Underground
I downloaded a lot of VU bootlegs recently and have been listening to those, as well as playing a number of songs on the g-tar.
4. Bob Dylan's Greatest Hits
I haven't really listened to a lot of Dylan this week except the song "Positively 4th Street" which represents the other side of my emotional spectrum. An opposing force to "Madi Don't Leave." One song pleads for things to stay the same, the only lifts a big middle finger to society.
5. Marc Ribot Y Los Cubanos Postizos by Marc Ribot (not pictured)
Left this one at the bookstore. Very good CD of Cuban music from jazz guitarist virtuoso Marc Ribot. He did wonders when he was with Tom Waits, and he's done wonders by himself.
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Week 28:
1. Reality by David Bowie
Bowie's latest album (2003) and also one of his finest. I love listening to this album but every time I do I feel sad that Bowie hasn't done anything major in the musical world since.
2. Tour de France Soundtracks by Kraftwerk
I'm not sure what this album has to do with bicycling, but it's quite good. I'm not too familiar with Kraftwerk, but I do want to hear more.
3. The Cure by The Cure
The Cure are going to be at Coachella so I've been listening up on them. This album is interesting to say the least. Released in 2004, it's very different from the standard Cure sound. It's very heavy. Like. I don't even know. Much harsher sound, but still just as whiny. One of the songs is about a waffle, I think.
4. Kid A by Radiohead
My first exposure to Radiohead was their Pablo Honey album which sucked very much, but I have heard many good things about this one so I gave it a try. Pretty good, but nothing as spectacular like some people think. If David Bowie hadn't made the exact same music ten times better over 30 years ago, I could see how this album could be considered great. But it's still good.
5. Mixed Up by The Cure
The only CD I have that has "Lovesong" on it. Love that song.


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Re: Howard C. Adams Korean War Turncoat
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Howard C. Adams Korean War Turncoat
John Clark 9/13/07
I ASSUME YOU HAVE SEEN THE April 17, 1956 article ON THIS GROUP OF MEN IN THE "STARS AND STRIPES" NEWSPAPER AVAILABLE AT ancestry.com....there are photos also
one other article I read said by 1966 only Howard Adams and James Veneris remained in China and that some of the others did move to other communist states
"Sgt. Howard Adams worked in a factory in China. He refused all media requests for interviews. "
Pvt. James Veneris stayed in China and became a dedicated communist, taking the Chinese name 'Lao Wen'. He worked in a steel mill, participated in the Great Leap Forward, hung posters during the Cultural Revolution, married three times, and had children. He visited the United States in 1976 but returned to China, where he is buried.
there is a lot on all the other men but Howard Adams ...nothing recent..he is not in the SSDI so far
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For Every Good Woman, There Should Be Ten Good Men
For Every Good Woman, There Should Be Ten Good Men
One to hold her hand when she is afraid
One to pine after when he is away
One to wipe her tears when she cries
One to make her laugh when he knows not why
For Every Good Woman, There Should Be Ten Good Men
One to march with her when her mind is made
One to escort her when she needs promenade
One to feather her nest when she needs peace
One to lie beside her when she falls asleep
For Every Good Woman, There Should Be Ten Good Men
One to rock her gently
One to rock her slowly
For Every Good Woman, There Should Be Ten Good Men
"Rock Me Gently"
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The music Rock me Gently made by Andy Kim, more the lyric for sing.
1, 10 or 100?
How many men does it take to rock one good woman gently, slowly?
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That hits the target pelrcetfy. Thanks!
ocfireflies, I know exactly what you mean. That feeling....lost feeling....week feeling.....was my inspiration for the The Wolf is Howling hub. I needed to heal me. So happy I found someone who understands what I have been going through.
Loved it. Only goes to show us that women hold a strength that most cannot comprehend.
The title really got me here! LOL For me it only takes one man, but I love your poem. Is there one man that do all this and the work of ten men? It depends on the man.
More like twenty guys. If you could find them. I Love This Poem!
Just loved this!
Ten good men...sounds about right to me. Surely each one could remember one thing they need to do! lol ^&share
A brilliant read Kim and voted up for sure.
Hi ocfireflies. Lovely poem. Voted up, beautiful, awesome, and interesting. The poem will inspire the women who think all men are bad. Nice read.
Interesting. I like it a lot, for me however it only took one. He is supporting, wonderful and loves me and our daughter very much.
Still love what you wrote. Glad I found your writings.
Voted up!
Voted up, funny, awesome, beautiful, and liked on FB Kim. Well, I'm lost for words :) If I had to be one of the ten men to rock a women, I'd hope I'd be the last one, the one that wraps his arms around her and says, "I love you always." I could be the first one also, he's the one that wakes up and leaves to go to work!! Either way :)
Well said. Enjoyed this.
Absolutely. Thanks for "loving my poem."
Hope you have a great day as well,
I hope there is at least one to cover her with gentle kisses when the lights go out.Loved your poem. If a man could only satisfy her needs then I am sure both will be happy. Have a great day.
Awesome, Kim! Yes, all these ten men need to truly be all rolled into the one and that is all that one needs in this life. My husband might be a bit upset if there were nine other men, but he knows he is the ten and then some!
Love how you think ... and write!
Up and more and sharing
Hugs, Faith Reaper
Although I am not perfect I try by best to be a lot of the things we do in relationships are extra and unneeded most of the time. I am glad you enjoyed my article I had it up a minute and had to do some revising. I see You have a very high hub score whats your secret?
I agree with what you are saying here! Jamie
I love your poem, it WAS beautiful. I strive to be the man that is all of those ten men in one its not hard if its something you really want. Women is Gods Gift to man This is not my opinion for the bible tells us this. And as a gift from God she should always be treated as such. There is no place in the world that a man can go and get the same comfort of a woman. It is by no means possible so your ten men is accurately put because inn today society a lot of men are not living up to the status that we should when it come so our Precious women! Great Job!
Great piece Kim.
great poem .Kim.. loved it ..!
Great words! I was very controversial as a coach. I played my teams against anyone. Even though the "powers that be' called my teams mixed. If anything, a lot of people gained a better understanding of sexes.
Thank you, Kim, for this poem, light and even humorous on the surface, but inside hiding some profound insights about life in the everyday lane.
I agree with Billy Buc, the less a man, as a man, says on this one, the better off he is, except to hope, more in line with wetnosedogs, that each woman someday may find a diversely strong-enough man she can love basically as he is, which should not be that hard, women also being imperfect (or at least so I've heard it said).
As for swimming through Sparklea's shark-infested waters (to upstate New York?), I think I'll pass on that one too. But the good news is, Sparklea won't expect true love from me anyway so long as I keep trying to tell her I love her by writing to her the best poetry I can possibly write.
Seriously, we cannot let the frequent misuse of insincere words diminish the value of language for expressing love, any more than we can let the universal inability to find a perfect mate diminish the value of loving most dearly the actual ones who come our way.
Here once again, as always, Kim first captures our attention, then challenges us to reflect and see important truth about life.
Max on Saturday, September 21, 2013
Voted way up, loved it...that being said, I've learned so much about men throughout my life, by trial and error, mostly error. :)
Here is what I say about a good woman: she deserves a man who will swim through shark infested waters to be with her, or ride a bicycle to California from New York just to see her face, will climb to the top of a mountain to rescue her, plus all that you wrote above.
Because when all is said and done, it is not the talk...anyone can say anything...it's the walk...the behavior of a person, that reveals the real heart inside. So I personally would say to all men, everywhere, who cares about a good woman...don't tell her that...SHOW her.
Great poem, and I agree with every single line. A good woman deserves all of that. Blessings, Sparklea :)
I think I'll just keep my mouth shut other than to tell you I loved the poem. :)
Hopefully all these ten good men are wrapped into one. If we have to deal with guys, one is enough.
Enjoyed this.


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Canterbury Literary Agency is a commercial, energetic and results-focused literary agency.
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James is a writer, editor, literary agent, and public relations consultant who has published more than twenty business books, three trade (mass-market) non-fiction books and one novel that he ghost-wrote. His latest book, A Female Genius, a new biography of Lord Byron's daughter Ada Lovelace, was published in the UK in October 2013.
A longer version of this book was published in the US in October 2014 under the title Ada's Algorithm. A Spanish version of this book has also been published. James is the author of the novel Cantia and The Mating Game (the latter with international chess master Jovanka Houska) and he is currently working on a novel about Ada Lovelace, The Ada Lovelace Project.
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Economic Analysis of Islamic Banking in Pakistan
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Islamic banking has achieved substantial growth in Pakistan and all over the world in the last two decades or so. Despite the financial and economic crisis of 2007 and afterwards, the Islamic banking industry has witnessed exemplary and uninterrupted growth. In Pakistan, it has achieved market share of almost 9% in the banking industry. There is vast literature available on explaining the features and mechanics of Islamic banking; however, limited attention has been paid on the thorough analysis of Islamic banking architecture from finance, economics, and development and distribution point of view. Though, there exists substantial body of literature explaining the negative effects of interest based institutions in Capitalism. But, little has been written on conducting a meaningful and objective economic analysis of Islamic banking practices. In this paper, we attempt to touch upon an overlooked area which is a thorough and objective analysis of Islamic banking with its economic merits and shortcomings. The paper is structured as follows. Section 2 explains the problem with interest based financial intermediation. Section 3 describes the essential features of commonly used Islamic contracts and modes of financing. Section 4 presents the economic analysis of Islamic banking and modes of financing by explaining the merits. Section 5 presents the economic analysis of Islamic banking and modes of financing by outlining the shortcomings.
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Original Title: Economic Analysis of Islamic Banking in Pakistan-
Language: English-
Keywords: Islamic Banking, Islamic Finance, Financial System, Financial Markets, Financial Institutions, Consumer Financing, Corporate Finance-
Subjects: G - Financial Economics > G2 - Financial Institutions and Services > G20 - GeneralG - Financial Economics > G2 - Financial Institutions and Services > G21 - Banks ; Depository Institutions ; Micro Finance Institutions ; Mortgages-
Autor: Shaikh, Salman
Fuente: https://mpra.ub.uni-muenchen.de/53797/


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Surreality TV: Thoughts on Twin Peaks: The Return
Talking trees, people turning into golden balls, eating (real, not fake) chocolate bunnies to alleviate gas and mystery surrounding the murder of a woman (and a man). This abundant amount of bewildering imagery can only mean one thing: Twin Peaks is back and it's as cryptic as ever.
Since the 1992 movie, Fire Walk with Me, Twin Peaks has been a ghost in the back of fans' minds. Viewers who would get their weird fix from X-Files, Tales from the Crypt and a small revival of Twilight Zone in the early 2000s. And with poor American box office numbers, in addition to declining ratings in the series' season two, it seemed Fire Walk with Me would be Twin Peaks' last hurrah. It was a huge bummer for some of us (you've read our article on director David Lynch and quinoa, right?). But before the series marked the 25th anniversary of its disappearance, it came back with all of its strange charm and then some. Although the show's premiere seemed to suggest a waning interest (as tvline.com reports an estimated 1.1 million viewers), Twin Peaks: The Return is still going strong as it recently aired its 12th (out of 18) episode. So before the season ends on September 3, we would like to take a look at some of the more interesting scenes the show has graced us with. This one's for all of our fellow weirdos out there, especially for those who aren't sure if Twin Peaks is for them. Give it a go if you like all things weird and quirky, we say.
What's In The Box?! (Episode. 1)
Stranger Things isn't the only show to deal with other dimensions. Except that one of the portals in at least one of the extra dimensions in Twin Peaks leads straight into a glass box. The box sits in a New York building and has a circular window looking out into the city. However, this box also has a keeper – someone paid to watch it and anything that might appear in it, filming the whole thing and making sure he reports back anything he finds to the anonymous billionaire who's funding the "viewing party."
A security guard stays in the room next door to … watch the watcher? Either way, not a whole lot happens with this until the guard leaves and the guy watching the box invites in a female friend, who brings him a latte. All great stories start with a girl, or so they say. Unfortunately, this story has a gruesome ending. As the two begin to get frisky on a couch, the box goes dark and a white, alien-looking (think Signs) creature appears inside the glass case. The creature, angered most likely because he appeared inside a futuristic zoo, breaks free from the box and attacks the two leaving blood running down the walls.
The scene quickly goes from boring to brutal, but seems to touch on a larger point about media consumption and how it affects us. Indiewire.com has even gone so far as to say the box might be key in understanding the series' revival, maybe a hard concept to grasp after the show being off the air for almost a quarter of a century. Regardless, the scene proved that Lynch is here to bring back the bizarre and teach a few lessons while doing it.
Mr Jackpots (Episodes 3 and 4)
Dale Cooper returns from the Black Lodge (or was he just in the Red Room?) in episode 3 and winds up at the Silver Mustang Casino in Las Vegas. However, being back in the physical world seems to have taken a toll on his mind and Cooper/Dougie is only able to repeat phrases and feed quarters into brightly-colored slot machines. The recovering man aimlessly walks around the casino continuously hitting mega jackpots after letting out an echoing "HELLO-O-O" each time he pulls the lever, a technique he mimes after watching another gambler hit it big.
We're sure Lynch is trying to use the casino to make another big point about humanity and its frantic pursuit of money or "victory". It's not the first time a show used Las Vegas as a platform to convey such messages actually, as we read in a betway.com piece discussing casino's place in pop culture, both in terms of games depicted or casinos as a background for the action. Still, you'd be hard-pressed to figure that out during the constant "Hellos" spewing from Cooper's mouth. While not quite as annoying as the Aflac duck's quacking, the catchphrase is clearly profitable as it nets the damaged man nearly half a million dollars. The scene is a bit grating, but it's endearing in a way too as we see the detective back and (nearly) in action.
Dying For A Snack (Episode 8)
Okay, so this episode as a whole is pretty crazy, which you might have heard even if you don't watch Twin Peaks. We've chosen one of the most normal scenes, but we had to go with it in particular for two important reasons: 1.) You don't see ghost hobos devouring a body every day, and 2.) It almost convinced us Cooper's evil doppelganger (A.K.A. Mr C, AKA Booper) had gotten what he deserved. To recap, Ray and evil Cooper end up getting released from prison in the previous episode and Mr C threatens Ray with a gun if he doesn't give him pertinent information. Ray refuses but when Mr C tries to shoot him with a gun that his accomplice unloaded, Ray says "Tricked ya, Fucker", and then blows him away.
That's the normal part. The craziness begins when a horde of homeless-looking apparitions surround and apparently devour Cooper's body, revealing BOB's head as they feast. Ray, traumatized by the sight and most likely vowing to never watch Ghost Hunters again, gets in his car and speeds off. Again, this is Twin Peaks at its finest. A little bit of plot twist followed by a ton of "what the hell am I watching right now?" Bear in mind that this all happens with Dougie still having the intelligence of a can of cream corn (garmonbozia, for the uninitiated), so as the doppelganger died, we hoped to see the return of actual Agent Cooper. How many Coops are there by now? 2.5, according to some, 2 according to others, but who really knows at this point?
And with that, Twin Peaks is finally back in our lives and on our TV screens as strange as we'd hoped. With only six episodes left, there's really no telling where the surreal show's going to go. We're just happy one of our wishes came true when we asked Hollywood to bring it back years ago. It's nice to be listened to for once! Does that mean Freak and Geeks is coming back too?
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Hello and greetings to all the lovely people out there. I feel ecstatic whenever I sit down to share another leap in Amrit's journey with all of you. This is the third year that we have displayed her work at Views from Planet Autism at the Habitat Centre and all those of you who have seen her work will, I am sure, agree that there is a marked maturity in her work as well as her persona. Indeed Amrit has come a long way. Her lines have become clear, her concepts have matured, her painting has become neater and overall her connect with her surroundings and her understanding of the world around her has seen a huge maturity. For a long time now, Amrit has been following the news and seems to be interested in reading the newspaper every morning. In fact it's quite an interesting sight to see her sitting with her cup of morning tea focused on the newspaper. This newly acquired interested is very evident in her portraits of politicians and celebrities this year. One thing that also stands out is the focus on the figures. Off course the colours and the hues remain as vibrant as ever. The attention to detail is also a salient feature of her work.
Once again much of the credit to this transformation in her work goes to her mentor, Mr. Anil Goswami who has been her guide, facilitator and her pillar of strength. I owe much of this to his unflinching, selfless, constant support and endeavor. Another wonderful person I cannot thank enough is Mr. Pabitro, who has been by her side, gently guiding and nurturing her talent. These two gentlemen have once again given Amrit a reason to smile.
When I sit to write about Amrit, one thing that always overwhelms me is the gentility of the people who touch her life. My colleagues, my friends, my younger daughter's friends and their parents, the network and support has been growing. It leaves me stunned and I cannot but marvel at the ways God showers his blessings. All these people, Known and unknown have touched our lives and we are truly blessed to have come in contact with them.