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These people want NATO troops out now I say let them have their way. Of course I realize they never ask US led NATO to be there but if they don't want us there then lets get out ASAP
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The word is that Chuck is OK and has been taken to safety.
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Does anyone familiar with the setting if, akin to the 1980s chronology, anything specifically from the FASA RPG setting might have made it into the novels? Apart from a passing mention of the Romulan Great Brothers in one of the Romulan War novels, I can't think of anything.
On reflection, the Orion supplements might well have left a legacy. The two depict the Orions as a civilization with a long history, a species that barely survived slavery by offworlders in its distant past, later rising to heights but succumbing to a bit of a dark age.
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But more than acclaim, her unlikely, age-defying success resonated deeply with people who saw in her a spirited, hilarious aberration, a woman not dimmed by age but enhanced by it: The genuine article in a pop culture awash in imitators.
There were 102 ballots submitted from U.S. news organizations that make up the AP's membership. Voters were asked to cast their ballots for who had the most influence on the entertainment world and culture in 2010. Previous winners include Taylor Swift, Tina Fey and Stephen Colbert.
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White's 2010 began with her acceptance in January of a lifetime achievement award from the Screen Actors Guild. Her speech, in which she thanked SAG "from the bottom of my bottom," reminded many of her talent _ showcased for years on "The Golden Girls" and "The Mary Tyler Moore Show" _ for a sharp comedy cloaked by warm charm.
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Genital Self-Mutilation in Nonpsychotic Heterosexual Males: Case Report of Two Cases
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Byline: Rajendra. Nerli, Indupur. Ravish, Shrishailesh. Amarkhed, Ujjaini. Manoranjan, Vikram. Prabha, Ashish. Koura
Genital self-mutilation is a rare event that is commonly associated with psychotic disorders. However such injuries have also been reported from nonpsychotic patients as a result either from bizarre autoerotic acts, attempts at crude sex change operation by transsexuals or secondary to complex religious beliefs and delusions regarding sexual guilt. We report two cases of genital self-mutilation in nonpsychotic married heterosexual males as a result of conflict and frustration.
Genital self-mutilation is a severe form of self-injurious behavior. Self-mutilation is described as the "deliberate destruction or alteration of body tissue without conscious suicidal intent." It has been performed by individuals throughout history. Genital self-mutilation has been a religious practice since ancient Roman times. Roman priests regarded this custom as "a supreme sacrifice of sexual life in favor of the emotion to the highest known good." Majority of cases of genital self-mutilation reported in the literature have been in patients with psychosis. Greilsheimer and Groves[sup] [1] in a group of 52 cases of genital self-mutilation, found 87% to be psychotic and 13% to be nonpsychotic. The psychotic cases ranged from those with functional psychosis to those with brain damage. The nonpsychotic cases included character disorders, transvestism, and complex religious or cultural beliefs. Aboseif et al .[sup] [2] in a series of 14 patients of self-inflicted genital injuries, found 65% of cases to be psychotic and 35% to be nonpsychotic. It is suggested that genital self-mutilation may be a pathway out of diverse psychological disorders and in nonpsychotic cases it could be an expression of psychotic solution to a conflict and may be influenced by cultural factors.
We report two cases of genital self-mutilation, wherein the patients sought a psychotic solution to a conflict /stress and was influenced by social, cultural, and religious factors.
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A 52 year old policeman was admitted with history of genital self-mutilation. This patient was married, had two grown-up children, and had no history of psychosis previously or treatment for the same. The policeman was arrested for some illegal departmental activity and was imprisoned. He was being questioned regarding theft in police armory and was under severe stress. The patient also gave history of severe physical and mental torture. He took this extreme step of self-mutilation as a protest to the stress he was undergoing. He was brought to the hospital in a serious condition. He had mutilated his genitals with a blade. Both the testes and the shaft of penis were severed. The penis was collected from the toilet and brought to the hospital a few hours later. Microvascular reimplantation of the penis was done by the plastic surgeons. The patient was counseled. The penis became ischemic and needed amputation with creation of perineal urethrostomy. The patient was followed up and in this period he needed no psychiatric treatment. The patient died after 34 months due to myocardial infarction.
A 38 year old married construction contractor was admitted with shock due to self-mutilation of genitals. The patient had used a kitchen knife to severe his genitals. As the patient was admitted nearly ten hours after the injury, no attempt for microsurgical reimplantation was attempted. The penile stump was refashioned and the scrotum sutured [Figure 1A] and [Figure 1B]. The patient was counseled. This patient gave no history of previous psychosis or treatment for the same. This patient was under severe mental stress due to harassment from police and other authorities following the death of a laborer during construction activities. The patient has been under follow-up since 14 months and now desires reconstruction of phallus. …


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This is the only product that has reduced my blackheads/whiteheads. Various products, Epiduo, Ancaya gel have gotten rid of my inflamed acne, but only Retin A Micro has worked on the closed comedones. I am very happy with the results. Additionally, I have experienced an overall refreshening of the skin. I would say it has taken off a good ten years; I am 42. I do not have wrinkles but RAM has improved the tone and overall clarity. What I really want to explain is how I was able to avoid an initial breakout and severe peeling stage. I started off for about 6 months on the Skincueticals retinol 1%. That sort of prepped my skin for the main event. I still get dry on occasion, but nothing that can't be solved by a little Argan or jojoba oil. Seriously, ladies don't spend your hard-earned $$ on department store miracle creams...they don't make a significant difference!! Go for it!
on 12/30/2013 2:59:00 AM
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One of the best topical cream ive used... Yes, you'll break out fort the first month because it penetrates deep inside the skin... And brings out all the dirt and bacteria( maybe) inside that causes new pimple to form... For me it dries my pimple really fast then peel the dead skin that is on top of my face and brings out the new one, you'll see that even the dark spots are becoming less visible in the long run. I will buy this product again... 2 thumbs up for this product
on 12/12/2013 7:52:00 PM
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Retin A has saved my skin and now that RAM is generic I got this right away. For me this works the best with less irritation then the cream and less dryness then the gel. I have this in the 0.1% because now since I have been using these products for over 2 years my skin is finally clear and able to handle a higher dose. Let me tell you as others have said it does get worse before it gets better. I swear it really does. If you use it minimally at night and moisturize the redness and flaking will be minimal compared to if you use to much. I learned that the hard way and was red and really dry for days. I now use this for its anti aging properties but apply like I would if I still had acne.
I wash with a milk or creme cleanser I do apply my toner and eye cream. I consider the eye cream area the place I don't want to put this product. Or by your nose it will make it super tender. Once my skin is dry about 20 minutes. I do apply a slight bit above my lip but a pin drop. The generic I have has a small tube opening so you don't waste product it's awesome! Any way I work from my forehead down skipping the areas that I don't need it. For me I apply CeravePM almost right after and have had no bad results. I have been doing it for years and it works for me. With this I am seeing more results and less irritation which, I am stoked about. My forehead lines and old scar is so minimal and my acne scars are almost gone. If I do get a monthly spot this product decimates it.
About an hour after the Cerave if I'm still feeling a little dry I'll use KORRES Yogurt Sleeping Mask. I also use Aha's and Mandelic Acid specifically to keep breakouts at bay and give my skin a rest from the RAM. I also got this for 20$ something on MyLashes4Less figure I say that for those who can't afford the co pay or like me my insurance won't cover it. I got it in 2 days and it's a 20gram tube which lasts me about a year the way I use it. So those of you with breakouts or if you're trying to fight time like me I can attest going on 3 years this product works! The only time I had an ill effect is when I put on too much. So stick with it if you're hating it because soon you will love it. I never thought I would love this stuff and I hated my bearded dragon look but all that goes away in time reveling awesome skin.:)
on 11/6/2013 2:39:00 PM
Age: 36-43
Skin: Acne-prone, Fair, Not Sure
Hair: Brown, Other, Other
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I used Retin A (not micro) years ago, and had terrible problems with flaking but had improved texture. Over time, I gave up on it, in particular when I had my two children since RAM is not recommended during pregnancy. I have been struggling for the past 10 years with clogged pores and lots of under skin bumps, along with general mild acne. I finally got it together and went to the derm and asked for Retin A. He prescribed the low-dose gel, RAM .04%. I started slowly and worked up to almost every night over a couple of months. The improvement in texture and clarity is dramatic on my chin and cheeks.
However the forehead, which is a real trouble area for me with lots of clogged pores and bumps under the skin, improved a bit -- but not enough to make me feel happy. I noticed that a reviewer here had recommended increasing the dose when you are acclimated to the low-strength version, so on a 6-month follow up with my derm, I requested RAM .1%. He advised me to use RAM .1% only on the areas where I felt it was needed and to stick with the lower strength for the cheeks and chin, which I am doing. In the evening, after cleansing, I put a small amount of RAM .1% on my forehead and down my nose. Then I use a small amount of RAM .04% on the rest of my face. So far so good, there is some smoothing and some evening of texture in my problem areas. I have only been on the RAM .1% for a couple of weeks, so I am hoping that over the next 5 months I will have better improvement on the forehead.
The great news is that RAM is now available in generic! So, while my original RAM .04% prescription cost a $40 co-pay (after I fought to have it covered at all) back in May 2013, the new prescription for RAM .1% cost only $10 co-pay in November 2013! Now that I am on RAM, I think I will keep using it forever.
The bottom line is that RAM is a godsend for those of us with slow cell turnover and clogged pores. Folks, give it a try (for at least 6 months) to see if it can help you. If you use it slowly and consistently and work up to the full dose, I bet you will be happy with the results!
UPDATE 3/10/14: I found some good benefit from the RAM, but a follow up visit to the dermatologist revealed that some of the bumps weren't responding because they aren't comedones, they are sebaceous hyperplasia. That's a huge bummer because that is a very difficult condition to treat. I have started adding Paula's Choice Resist BHA 9, and so far have had some improvement. I am going to review the PC BHA 9 separately. I hope this new regimin works and will update my review over time.
on 10/19/2013 9:05:00 PM
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I'm into my second month of using Retin A Micro and it has made an amazing difference in my skin. I now use it every night. I wash my face and apply Cerave, then wait about half hour before applying the Retin A Micro. My pores have become noticeably smaller and my scars are fading away. I haven't had a break out in a few weeks now.
A little background. I am 25 years old, male, and have been dealing with acne since I was 17. My skin is also on the oilier side. I have used this product (or a similar Retinoid) when I was younger, but in hindsight it may not have worked because I was using it incorrectly, more on that later. A little more than a year ago, I was on accutane for five months and it was like a miracle drug, up to that point nothing really seemed to worked - including antibiotics... So getting off the pill was a little bittersweet. My skin was fine at least 6 months after but then I began to break out again. I was devastated and my dermatologist prescribing me Retin A Micro did not help my stress - since I remembered what it was like to use topical creams to fight acne before.
This time around though I was determined to find out everything I could before using Retin A Micro. I looked at these boards and found that people had success with applying it half an hour after washing their face and after using a moisturizer like Cerave. The first two weeks I would also use it only every other or third night. Another important element was only to use a pea sized amount, don't overdue it. The first month I did break out, sometimes 2-3 new whiteheads a day (luckily small and not cystic). It was not TOO bad because I think the accutane did a good job of wiping out any acne I had under my skin. I am well into my 7th week using it and have absolutely no regrets. My skin does peel SOMETIMES, but it's almost like a sunburn peel, as in it comes right off and does not leave any redness behind (an no sunburned skin pain). I have not had a single break out in almost three weeks. I also use a Clarisonic face brush 1-2 times a week to exfoliate any dead skin on my face. I feel this prevents my skin from peeling/flaking as much.
The 3rd/4th week I really did feel like this product was not working and I will have to get use to having a face full of acne again...Most will probably experience this so just push through it... Don't overdo it by applying more, just be patient and moisturize. I honestly think if this helped me, with my immensely acne prone skin, it should help MOST others with acne.
on 10/4/2013 5:14:00 PM
Age: 36-43
Skin: Acne-prone, Medium Brown, Not Sure
Hair: Black, Other, Other
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Ok let me first start out saying that retin -a mirco gel is amazing and it will make your skin beautiful. BELIEVE ME!
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On August 25, 2014, the Board of Education approved proposed boundary changes to take effect beginning with the 2015-16 school year. Adjusting a building's enrollment to be reasonably close to the desired capacity allows the building and staff to function more efficiently, thus providing a better education for students. The proposed changes were adopted so the Board can take steps to keep the enrollment at its eleven elementary schools more evenly balanced and in line with the desired capacities at each building.
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I haven't created a topic for a while, but I have wanted to tackle this argument for such a long time. I do not really understand why many people on this forum are so hostile to religion; perhaps their emotions prevent them from being objective?
Does Religion brainwash people? I used to say 'Of course not!' but the difinition of brain washing is this: "forcible indoctrination into a new set of attitudes and beliefs" and I would say that religion does brainwash its believers, to a degree. We first have to ask the question 'is brain washing such a bad thing?'
Education brainwashes us to accept and believe things also, let me give you an example:
Teacher: In the Pacific we have a country called Japan, Tokyo, the capital city has over 20 million people.
Student: How do you know Japan exists?
Teacher: I have read about it and seen pictures
Student: So you have not seen Japan before?
Teacher: No.
Student: And you do not know anyone who has seen or been to Japan?
Teacher: No.
Student: Then why should we believe you?
(Now the student has dared to question the teacher's authority and the teacher will be quick to tell him that he is wrong and the teacher is always right).
Why does a student believe x? Because his teacher tells him so; not because he has any tangible evidence.
(You may argue that we have evidence for Japan's existence, but I am talking about a child who does not always understand the difference between empirical and metaphysical evidence).
So religion brainwashes kids, just like education does.
This sought of brainwashing can be challenged. For example, most of you come from a religious background, and if you were successfully brainwashed you would not of left your religion.
However, what does brainwash people is society; it brainwashes you to eat with a fork, instead of chopsticks. To think to be beautiful you have to whiter, instead of darker (which is ugly). It brainwashes you with saying 'thank you' after someone gives you a gift.
Dare I say, if my parents brainwashed me, it was definitely my manners and the way I spoke. Most children do not challenge the idea of a God, so parents do not invest a lot of time in telling them that God is real; God is real and that is an accepted fact. But manners are a tricky thing and may take a few wooden spoons to get the idea that saying 'please' is good idea.
I was never in trouble for my beliefs in God; I accepted what my parents thought!
I would like to show a list of my beliefs which I believed from 5-10 years of age:
1. 6 day creation was a fact
2. Homosexuals are going to 'hell' (Being a SDA we do not believe in a typical type of hell)
3. Non-Sabbath keepers are going to hell
4. SDA's had the full truth
5. The Catholic church is evil
6. I was going to be a prohpet (Yes, that is what I actually wanted to be, of course I kept that to myself, mostly)
7. That a devil existed (Now I am not too sure)
8. That it was a sin to do anything on the Sabbath, and one had to wear a suit
9. That it was a sin to eat pork
10. The Bible should be read literally
11. The Adventist's interpretation of Revelation and Daniel is correct
12. It is a sin to drink
All 12 beliefs I had, I no longer have anymore, most of these were central pillars in my belief system, and yet today I do not believe in them.
So yes religion does brainwash people, but just like education, and does not successfully brainwash people and certain ideas and beliefs can be readily challenged.
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A play on words but maybe religion "brainsoils" people and then they need to have their brains washed to get the religious contamination out.
Education can only become brainwashing when misinformation is used to manipulate the values. So if a person willingly teaches a child false information that alters their values and/or beliefs than it is in fact brainwashing.
A teacher teaching a child that the earth is round is teaching them a fact, a provable truth. If a parent teaches a child how to use a fork so that they can eat their food easier they are educating their child in the use of tools. Later on these children can learn to use other tools on their own, from simple observation or logical thinking. Example: If a fork can picked up food than a shovel can pick up dirt/snow. I knew how to use a shovel without ever being shown as a child because I grasped the concept from something as simple a being taught how to use a fork. Now if a teacher teaches a child that America was founded on christianity than that would be educational brainwashing. America was not founded on theist beliefs. The very first amendment is based on the separation of church and state. I could site all forms of quotes from Thomas Jefferson, George Washington, Thomas Paine, and so on but do I really have too? Reading the constitution is a 4th grade requirement and education gave me that.
In short I never met a brain surgeon that learned his profession from the bible or from god. He learned it through education and hard work.
Despite all of the fancy name calling and slanderous remarks I have yet to have one person demonstrate that brainwashing does not occur to atheist as well as religious.Of course it does. To claim otherwise would be preposterous. Some totalitarian regimes have promoted atheism as a matter of official policy. There is evidence that atheists tend to be more intelligent than religious fundamentalists, but this difference would be probabilistic, not absolute. For one thing, as I believe you have alluded, not every atheist becomes an atheist as a result of critical thinking. For example, some become atheists because their parents are atheists.
The result of brainwashing is the involuntary acquisition of concepts and ideas by forcible means that require - amongst others - that identity be weakened and critical thinking defeated. Maybe some of us have been through such a process and recovered or are recovering from it, but for most people it has not been the case. Conditioning, indoctrination, social and cultural pressures, sure, but BRAINWASHING?
So if many have been through the process once and are recovered or are recovering from it? What has changed since then? Are you now exempt because of an increase in IQ or because you FEEL as though you are exempt? Once again emotions win out over logic. As stated by Sophia many regimes have forcibly indoctrinated their populations to be atheists. Now am I saying that you personally are brainwashed? No I do not believe this is the case but if you truly have an open mind you must accept the possibility that it can occur especially since you state it has occurred to some present here. Believing something is not true is different from it being factually untrue. IT is a FACT that people have been brainwashed into being atheist at times throughout history.
A Fact: At times throughout history is not equal to all the time during millenia.
I do not recall saying that at all times throughout history people are forced into atheism. Thanks for clarifying my argument.
The societies mentioned were not "maybe" atheist. Atheism was forced by the state. This is similar to religion being forced down a young child's throat. Am I aware of people who have become atheist due to peer pressure?
People become atheists by themselves, by facing their own mortality their own thruths, mostly alone and many in closets?"
You had better say SOME people become atheist by themselves. History. If you had the opportunity to convert a Muslim to atheism on this site you would probably celebrate by having a cold beer and rejoicing because the lost sheep has returned home. At times throughout history.. yeah sure.. Thanks for the concession. My friend until you learn to look at things with an open-mind and consider facts all you have undergone is another religious experience.
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This is very good location hostel, in front hostel have 101 market ,location bus station, walk to central just 10 min, the staff is very friendly and helpful, good choose when you long stay in the hostel is very comfortably.
PubLove @ The White Ferry, VictoriaLondon, England
Location is very good, have bus stop C10 in front the hostel,nearby coach station,good simple breakfast .staff very helpful and friendly😜


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Sichuan cooking is popular throughout China, and in recent years, adventurous Chinese restaurant diners have discovered how delicious it can be. This is one of the best known dishes from that area.
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This was easy and delicious. I doubled the sauce-this is important to do. Serves 3 better than 4flag if inappropriate
Unbelieveable taste - Though I too double the portions.flag if inappropriate
My family and I LOVED this. The only thing I'll change next time is to use more shrimp - we all enjoyed this so much, 1 pound of shrimp wasn't really enough for 4 servings. Served it with brown rice - delicious!flag if inappropriate
Awesome! Tastes professional with minimal effort. I used black bean sauce instead of chili bean sauce. Would be great over rice or noodles--something to soak up the addictive sauce. This is definitely a keeper!flag if inappropriate
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Both my husband and I thoroughly enjoyed this recipe the other day at the beach. I'm going to make it a second time today. Love it.flag if inappropriate
this was excellent. i had shiitakes and spinach that needed to be used, so i added them i think you can add just about any asain veggies and it would be great. it doesnt really serve four though two of us at almost all of it!flag if inappropriate
This was great. Easy, quick; delicious. I added broccoli (stir fried with garlic and ginger before I added the shrimp); and doubled the sauce per other recommendations. Terrific addition to week-night meals.flag if inappropriate
This dish has become a regular favorite. We don't always have tomato paste at hand, but I cheat with ketchup and it works well. We always add vegetables to make a larger stir-fry -- baby bok choy is a tasty addition. The sauce is great with tofu as well as shrimp.flag if inappropriate
Really, really yummy. Like others, I couldn't find Chili Bean Sauce, so I mixed Black Bean Sauce and Chili Sauce. And, it's great over noodles!flag if inappropriate


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Try first printing the negative and 'burning' in the sky. By that I mean holding something over the remainder of the negative about 6" above and giving the sky extra exposure. It is quite a simple technique and to get the best out of a negative I have to do it most of the time. If the horizon is uneven, i.e. not a straight line mark out the horizon on a piece of paper and cut around the mark and hold this over the section where you don't want to increase the exposure. The line you mark out should be about half size of the intended print to allow for the card not to block everything out when it is above the image when being printed.. It doesn't have to be exact, a little unevenness will help to avoid a marked line. Make sure you move the card around during this extra exposure to avoid this hard line.
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In 1927, this tiny hotel opened its doors to the world's celebrities and millionaires. It fell into decline in the 1980s, but in 1995 developer-about-town George Friedmann restored the Arms back to its original neo-Gothic stateliness (though only the stained-glass windows and the stone portico of the entrance are original). The service is discreet, and many rooms have 'private butlers' cupboards' (if you want room service without having to interact with another human being). Some have fireplaces for cosy winter stays. In recent years, the hotel shrugged off its haughtiness, repositioning itself to attract a younger, hipper crowd. They can be found getting pampered in the spa, swimming laps in the indoor pool, or dancing to a band in the swanky bar. For something more sedate, take tea in the lovely Tea Room, or eat breakfast, lunch or dinner in the regal Courtyard Café.
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This year, a panel of experts and purveyours gathered at the St. Pucci Flagship Salon to inform select media and invited guests of wedding trends, themes and history. The panel included Pauline Parry of Good Gracious! Events, David Pressman of Pressman Events, designer Rani Totman of St. Pucci, Rrivre Davies of Rrivre Works, and Nelson Holdo of Black, Starr & Frost.
According to Pauline Parry, one of the new trends in weddings is that brides and grooms are taking on the expense of their weddings, allowing them to make it more reflective of their respective personalities. Additionally, cocktail weddings are on the rise, in which various, little stations are set up in separate rooms allowing for uninterrupted dancing, speeches, etc.
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Green Lodge Hotel by Marstons Inns3
2 Stanley Road,Hoylake, Wirral, CH47 1HW
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"Stayed at Hoylake because it is easy to get the train into Liverpool. Green Lodge is a typical Marstons 2 for 1 pub restaurant + rooms. The..."
"This is a nice place to stay. The rooms are well finished of a good size with nice fittings and clean. It is in a good location and quiet to..."
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"Love hoylake and connection with liverpool is ace,(train station about 250 mtrs,every 15 mins). haved stayed at hotel before across the road..."
"Really enjoyed our stay, helpful friendly staff and pleasant hotel, ample room and en suite, Cold water tap on bath didn't work but notified..."
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The Green Lodge Hotel has six rooms, four doubles and two twin rooms all newly refurbished to a very high standard with new comfortable beds, En- suite bathrooms, Complimentary Biscuits with Tea/Coffee /Hot Chocolate making facilities in all bedrooms, New flat screen television, Free WiFi,Free bottled water and Complimentary full English Breakfast. The restaurant offers the Marstons Two For One menu with extensive chef's specials board also two for one. There is a lovely garden patio area for eating or drinks al fresco! Ample Car Parking with CCTV.
The hotel is located within three minutes walk of Hoylake town centre and train station, the local beach and the Royal Liverpool golf course. Boasting nearby picturesque views of the River Dee and Hilbre Isles it is ideal for a relaxing break or connections to Liverpool, Birkenhead and Chester.
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Green Lodge is a typical Marstons 2 for 1 pub restaurant + rooms. The rooms were well maintained and clean. We ate at the pub and found that we got a discount off the food - Bonus. Breakfast was no more than ok and it seemed to be done for a price - we have had much better but then the B&B price is competitive. Train station is a 5 minute walk with regular trains into Liverpool. This area of Hoylake is very quiet and conservative which is good if you like quiet - which we do.
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Nice hotel, good location, give the restaurant a miss.
This is a nice place to stay.
The rooms are well finished of a good size with nice fittings and clean. It is in a good location and quiet too. Breakfast was good well cooked.
We ate in the pub restaurant but this was a big mistake. We ordered our drinks at the table but had to search for the waitress 1/2 hour later as she had forgotten us. This was the theme throughout our meal so it took 2 hours to finally complete being served. There was a complete lack of interest shown by the staff. The quality of the food was poor too. So nice hotel - forget the restaurant . Go elsewhere for your meal.
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In February 2012, I was diagnosed with two cancers of the blood, Stage 4 Lymphoma and Stage 3 Multiple Myeloma. This blog is an attempt to share my journey, learnings and insights with you through this process. Continue reading
I remember the first time I saw Shayne…
I remember the first time I saw Shayne…
I was in awe and wonder at first sight. He took his time to appear in the world, and finally arrived at 4:25 AM, after I had been in labour for 12 hours. The minute Dr. Ross put him in my arms, he stretched in my direction, craned his neck and looked right into my eyes. And I knew right then that my life would never be the same again. That tiny little boy had completely and absolutely captured every inch of my heart.
And I made many promises that night. I promised that I would love him. That I would protect him. That I would take care of him. All 5 lbs and 6 ounces of this precious baby with beautiful brown eyes. And for the next 6 months, Shayne and I were companions. We hung out together and spent time doing stuff. I enjoyed carrying him in this blue baby pouch sling that I wore in the front of my body. Shayne would nestle in comfortably and I could hear his heart. I remember speaking to him constantly. I would tell him everything I could see as I carried him – the street, flowers, McDonalds, a bus, a red car – and he would listen intently, almost as if he was absorbing everything I was saying. And I would sing to him songs from Mother Goose and Sharon Lois and Bram, and he would reward me with gurgles and chuckles.
Shayne, today is your birthday and you are 29 years old. I don't know where the time has gone. I still remember you as a kid playing baseball for many years. It was such a pleasure to watch you and everytime you hit the ball or fielded the ball cleanly, I would yell, "That's my boy!". That's how I feel everytime I see you Shayne — I just want everyone to know that I am your mommy! You make me so proud!
I love your big, bright yellow energy, and how you fill a room with your personality. I love how smart you are, and how you send me cool stuff to read everyday. I love your stories and the life you have created for yourself in Nairobi! I love how you took Daddy shopping in your closet and got him to stop wearing "Dad Jeans"! I love how you introduce us to your music, and the latest fashion in clothes. I love how you like to hang out with us by choice! I love how your faith guides your actions. I love what a great "brother bear" you are to Sabrina. I love your Emogies (even though I don't understand most of them!). I love how you challenge me to live a Big Life and to think about where I am spending my energy. I love how compassionate and caring you are. When I was in the hospital, the nurses would often tell me how you would visit me late at night after work, and sit with me for a couple of hours while I slept. Most of all, I love how you open your life to us and allow us to be a part of it.
And you will be pleased to know that everytime we pick up something unhealthy, we have you in our conscience! Gone are the days of Chocolate Dipped Donuts and Big Macs, Now it's all about green smoothies, protein powder, tahini, almond oil and berries. And, even though I was mad as hell at you for putting us through this health kick journey, you should know that you've been successful — we now eat healthy, even though you are not watching!
Shayne Aman, your name means "Gracious Gift and Protection of God", and that is how I think of you. Until you came on the scene, I had no idea what it meant to be a mother. I learnt by interacting with you. You have easily been one of the best parts of my life, and I know that God danced the day you were born.
On your birthday, my dream is to see you happy, healthy and fulfilled. My hope is that you live your life fully and fearlessly, with no regrets. I wish for you a life of love, enduring friendships, exciting adventures, many travels around the world, strong faith to guide you and success in everything you do.
I know that you are all grown up now, but I remember how, for many years, when I put you to bed at night I would sing to you: "I'll love you forever, I'll like you for always. As long as you're living, my baby you'll be.". Love you forever, Shayne!
Happy Birthday, Shayne!
20 Questions
It all started innocently enough. A friend put up a video on Facebook that showed a man and a woman meeting for the first time to see if they were compatible and wanted to get married. The man was an accountant – likeable, easygoing and funny. The woman was a psychiatrist, rather stuck in her ways, seemingly comfortable about making the rules. They agreed that they would take turns asking each other 20 questions to decide if they wanted to pursue a relationship. Next thing you know, Nagib and I are watching the entire clip, because it's Florida and we have time!
Over dinner at John's Pass Village, sitting under the moon with a live band playing to the crowd, I suggested we play 20 questions and what started as a fun game became a surprising discovery about each other. The only rule of the game: We had to respond quickly, with our first answer.
The first few questions were simple. Favourite food? Best vacation? The answers were predictable and comfortable.
Then the conversation became more serious. What is your biggest wish for Shayne? For Sabrina? And we were aligned in our responses.
Most important goal over the next 3 months? Surprisingly, we both had the exact same short-term priorities.
Biggest fear? This was a tough one for us to talk about.
Most embarrassing moment?
One thing we were most proud of? That made for an interesting conversation and we landed on the same answer based on a shared experience.
Qualities we like – and do not like – about each other?
One thing we want to learn to do? Quite a few surprises here.
What we want to be remembered for? We came to this question from two very different places.
One person we admire the most? Nagib had to do some deep thinking on this. I started rattling lots of names until Nagib complained that I was not playing by the rules (which stated, one person).
One place we want to visit? I could never have predicted Nagib's response.
And so it continued until the last question of the night which was: In this moment, Happiness Level, on a scale of 1 to 10? We both said 10! It's hard not to be a 10 when I'm holding the sun and feeling one with the universe! Florida makes us happy!
The questions – asked with curiosity and no judgement – were a great way to learn about each other all over again. And after nearly 33 years of marriage, there were quite a few surprises. And that's what makes relationships fun and interesting!
Spring training: Simple times, Simple pleasures
There is nothing quite like it. Sitting in a small ballpark, with the sun on your back and a gentle breeze to fan you. Being in the company of like-minded baseball fans, the little ones in strollers, the older folks in walkers. Feeling like a part of the community where baseball is king. Eating a hot dog. Drinking sweetened iced tea. Being so close to the action that you can hear the players talking to each other, cheering on their mates. That's what it was like as Nagib and I went to our first spring training game in Dunedin, Florida, where the Blue Jays took on the Orioles.
This was on my bucket list of things I wanted to do, and Nagib made it possible by getting us tickets for two spring training games.
Jose Bautista is clearly the leader on the team and he very much enjoys interacting with the fans, whether in person or on his Twitter account. His appearance at the plate got the biggest reaction from the fans. Edwin Encarnacion continues to be my favourite Blue Jays player. (ICYMI, here's my interaction with Edwin at Toronto General Hospital: Click here.) Jose Reyes has quite the pre-game workout ritual. Justin Smoak is a tall presence at first base. Mark Buehrle pitched efficiently, as he always does. I predict that Russell Martin, our new catcher – and a Canadian to boot – will be a big draw this year. The rookies — and there are so many of them this year!! — seemed to be having fun, although you could sense the nervousness in their laughter. By far, however, the fan favourite was Munenori Kawasaki, and I can see why. At the end of the game, he took a lot of time with the fans taking pictures and signing balls and jerseys. He asked a kid if he played baseball. When the kid said yes, Kawasaki responded by saying, "me too!!" When a fan was having trouble with her camera, Kawasaki said "don't worry, take your time." That's classy. At one point he told the fans, "I'm sorry. I'm late. I have to go". After which he proceeded to stay and talk to the many more fans who were lined up to see him. He also took time to teach some of the fans a few phrases in Japanese. It was beautiful to watch!
Before the game, we met Jerry Howarth, the long-time voice of the Blue Jays' radio broadcast. It was the highlight of my day! He is so human, so down to earth, and charming to boot! We talked about the team's chances of making it to the playoffs this year. He told us that he was from San Francisco. We remembered Tom Cheek and talked about his most famous phrase: "Touch 'em all, Joe! You will never hit a bigger home run in your life", when Joe Carter hit the World Series-winning home run in 1993. Nagib reminded Jerry of his graciousness in allowing Tom Cheek to call the bottom of the ninth inning the previous year, in 1992, when the Jays won their first World Series in Atlanta. You see, Tom and Jerry alternated innings, and it was Jerry's turn to call the 9th. Since Tom had broadcasted every Blue Jays game since the first ever game on April 7, 1977, and with the Jays leading 3-2 and three outs away from winning, Jerry ceded the microphone to Tom. We told Jerry that our wish is for him to call a World Series championship for the Jays this year!
I wish I would have told Jerry Howarth that, during the first year of my cancer, he — and the Blue Jays — were a lifeline to me. When I go back to that time, I remember being so sick that I had lost interest in almost everything. It was the Blue Jays – and hearing Jerry Howarth call the game ("Yes, sir! There she goes!") that distracted me from my illness many a times. In fact, I remember a couple of times when I needed to go to Emergency because of very high fever, and I would agree to go only after the Blue Jays game was over. My family learned not to argue with me!
I'm not sure what it is about baseball that I love. Nagib took me to my first baseball game at Olympic Stadium in Montreal on our first anniversary, nearly 32 years ago. The Blue Jays were playing the Montreal Expos in the Pearson Cup – an exhibition game. From that moment on, I was hooked! Since then, we've been to many stadia around North America: Yankee Stadium (old and new). Tiger Stadium. Fenway Park. Dodger Stadium. Each one has a unique story. But that's for another time.
For now, having experienced my first taste of spring training, I think I'm ready for more! I can't believe we waited this long. The players, the staff and the fans are so relaxed. I heard from a spring training groupie (who comes to Florida every year for spring training), that one time, when Colby Rasmus was still a Blue Jay, his daughter (who would have been 2 or 3) yelled to her dad, "You can do it, Daddy!" when he came out to bat. He smiled and waved back at her! Even cuter, she was sporting a jersey that said "Little Rasmus" at the back! The ushers invite you to move to seats closer to the action if they are available. People actually talk to each other. Surprisingly I did not see anyone on their cell phones, except to take pictures.
I suppose baseball, and spring training in particular, is a reminder of simple times and simple pleasures. Like having sand in-between your feet and a sunburn on your nose.
Opening day is Monday, April 6th – Blue Jays at the New York Yankees.
OK, Blue Jays, Let's Play Ball!
The Gift of Life
Life is God's gift to you.
The way you live your life is your gift to God.
– Leo Buscaglia
Toronto – March 8, 2015.
It was 3 years ago, on March 8, 2012, when I was in the Intensive Care Unit at Toronto General Hospital. 3 years ago, when my hemoglobin count had dropped to a dangerously low 36 due to acute hyper hemolytic anemia. Three years ago, when the doctors gave me a 50% chance of making it through the night. 3 years ago, when my body had created antibodies to reject new blood. Three years ago, when Dr. Christine Cserti and her team worked all night to find the right blood match. The situation was tense. The odds against me. The doctors said that if my body rejected the blood, my organs would fail, one by one. There was no plan B. Continue reading
Munira Version 2.0, two years later…
February 14, 2015 – Toronto.
I am looking at the flowers that Nagib brought me to the hospital on Valentine's Day two years ago. I was on the 14th Floor of the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre in the stem cell unit, preparing to undergo a stem cell transplant. I remember being nervous and excited, hoping that the stem cells would settle happily in my body and start functioning. Nagib brought the Valentine's Day spirit to the hospital ward and we marked the occasion together – tired, hopeful, cuddling, crying, laughing and making dreams for the future. And he brought me flowers – not real ones because they were not allowed in the ward – but a wonderful, strong, robust arrangement of white and pink flowers that cheered the room and now sits in our family room as yet another symbol of hope.
Toronto, January 25, 2015. Today I lost another friend. He was a gentle, compassionate man, about a decade older than me. Nazim Hirani was a leader in the community, an admired man, someone you could always count on, a gifted listener with many close friends. Last year, Nazim was diagnosed with Lymphoma, the same cancer I was also diagnosed with in 2012. It was a devastating time for him and his family as they tried to make sense of this disease that had invaded his body and threatened to change their lives.
10 Reasons Why We Love Our Mom
#10: She connects with people
One attribute that I have always admired about my Mom is her ability to connect with people. Whether it is a safari driver in Tanzania, a crepe storeowner in Thornhill or a fellow patient at Princess Margaret Hospital, my Mom has this remarkable ability to very quickly and genuinely connect with others. She is truly interested in hearing people's stories and learning what drives them. She has the perfect balance of positive energy and pragmatism. Continue reading


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Lawrence N. Soucy
Hrad H. Zolmian, M.D
PAWTUCKET - Hrad H. Zolmian, M.D., 96, of McNeill Street, Carthage, North Carolina and formerly ofPequot Road, Pawtucket died Sunday, October 31, 2010 at home in North Carolina. He was the husband of the late Ruth (Notley) Zolmian and the father of the late Rod S. Zolmian.
Born in Providence, he was a son of the late George and Hanoushag (Anderson)Zooloomian.
Dr. Zolmian was a physician in the Blackstone Valley for many years retiring in November 1993. He was a 1936 graduate of Brown University and a 1940 graduate of Harvard University Medical School.
Alfredo Barros
PAWTUCKET - Alfredo "Pauly" Barros 20, passed October 30, 2010.
Born in Pawtucket, a son of Alfredo and Fatima (Fernandes) Barros of Pawtucket. He attended Shea High School.
Besides his parents he is survived by a son, Jahrell, five sisters, Nancy Martins and her fiance Scott Palardy of Pawtucket, Martha Barros and her fiance Adilson Correia of Kissimmee, FL, Charline Barros of Kissimmee, FL, Luana Barros and Paula Barros both of Cape Verde Islands, a brother, Jesse Barros of Roxbury, MA.
Thelma Hunt
VERMONT - Thelma Hunt, 74 of Fayston, VT, formally of Rumford, RI passed away Thursday, October 28 at Fletcher Allen Hospital with her daughter Brenda and son-in-law Todd by her side.
PAWTUCKET — Two great names from Tolman High football history were reunited on Monday evening for the taping of Bill Mulholland's "Good Sports" cable access television show.
Larry Caswell and Frank Geiselman shared a stage, talking about their successful careers as quarterback and wide receiver, respectively, at both Tolman and the University of Rhode Island.
The World Series might be grabbing all of baseball's headlines, but that hasn't stopped the PawSox Express from churning out team-related news …
Torey Lovullo has been in baseball long enough to understand how the game is played. So when good buddy John Farrell was named manager of the Toronto Blue Jays last week, the obvious was raised: would Lovullo receive an invitation to join the Jays' coaching staff?
WOONSOCKET — For Lincoln High, Monday's task was as straightforward as you'll get. A win against Woonsocket High meant the Lions would clinch no worse than a share of the Division II-North crown.
Mission accomplished as Lincoln, buoyed by two goals from Jillian DeSimone, took care of business with a 4-0 win over Woonsocket at Barry Field. The Lions finish the regular season 12-1-5. The Villa Novans completed their first – and possibly last – in Division II with a 1-17 mark.
PAWTUCKET — Local voters will choose a new mayor and decide the fate of several incumbents at both the local and state levels when they head to the polls today. All polling places in Pawtucket are open from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Henriqueta L. Barbosa
Georgina Lawrence
CUMBERLAND - Georgina Lawrence, 95, of High St. died Saturday in the Grandview Nursing Home, Cumberland. She was the beloved wife of the late Joaquim "Jack" Lawrence Sr.
Born in New Bedford she was the daughter of the late Jerome and Maria (Sousa) Martin. She resided in Cumberland for the past 52 years.
Mrs. Lawrence was a communicant of Our Lady of Fatima Church, Cumberland.
Jose L. Quinones-DeGros
PAWTUCKET. Jose L. Quinones-DeGros, 48, passed away on Friday surrounded by his family after an illness. He was the husband of Gale Gaines.
Frank R. Madonna
PAWTUCKET - Frank R. Madonna, 74, of Lake St, Pawtucket died Saturday, October 30, 2010.
He was the husband of Selma (David) Madonna. They spent 51 beautiful years together.
Mr. Madonna was born in Pawtucket, the son of the late Frank and Marie (Giuliotti) Madonna. He was an iron worker at the former Newman Crosby for many years.
Mr. Madonna was a United States Navy Veteran, a member of the Italian Dramatic Club in Pawtucket, an enthusiastic hunter on trips to Prudence Island and cherished his peaceful time in Florida.
Roland Benjamin
PAWTUCKET - Roland Benjamin, 91, of Pawtucket, died Friday at the Briarcliff Manor. He was the husband of Beatrice (Patenaude) Benjamin. Born in Pawtucket and a resident of the city since 1976, he was the son of the late Edward and Lorina (Grenier) Benjamin.
He was employed as a warehouse man for 30 years at Electric Boat in Quonset Point. He was a communicant of St. Cecilia Church in Pawtucket. During WWII, he served in the U.S. Navy in the submarine division.
Celine M. Girouard
BRISTOL - Celine M. Girouard, 92, died Friay at St. Elizabeth Home in Bristol. She was the beloved wife of the late Edmond Girouard. Born in Central Falls, a daughter of the late Adelard and Aglae (Poulin) Tetreault, she had resided in Warren since 1983 and previously in Pawtucket. Prior to retirement in 1983, she had been employed for 40 years at R.I. Textile and other local braid shops.
Raymond E. Dube
SOUTH ATTLEBORO - Raymond E. Dube, 88, passed October 30, 2010 at the Madonna Manor Nursing Home, surrounded by his loving family. He was the husband of Gertrude (Corneau) Dube. They have been married for 17 years.
Born in Providence, a son of the late Joseph E. and Naomi S.(Angers) Dube.
He had been employed by the Foxboro Company for many years retiring in 1985
Besides his wife he is survived by a niece, Rhonda Jewitt and he became a beloved member of Gertrude's family.He was the brother of the late Blanche Viens.
WARWICK — This isn't the same St. Raphael Academy outfit that started out the year – not by a long shot.
Gone are the lingering memories of a 2-4 beginning that featured shutout losses to Hendricken, Tolman and Woonsocket, while the wins coming at the expense of Pilgrim and West Warwick, two squads with a combined 1-11 in league play. In a frenetic two-week turnaround, SRA has seen its season go from being on the brink to one that will include a postseason appearance for the first time since winning the Division I Super Bowl three years ago.
Ponaganset football coach Brian Gendreau has developed a good perspective on two of the toughest teams in Division II this season – unbeaten Tolman and once-beaten Woonsocket. His Chieftains have lost to both Super Bowl contenders.
"Tolman is the fastest team in the league," Gendreau admitted on Sunday, "but I would say Woonsocket is more balanced. They can run and throw the ball. You can see why they played a 6-0 game earlier this season. Both teams have great defenses."
PAWTUCKET — Veterans Day is just around the corner, but Lance Robinson, a retired Marine from Export, Pennsylvania, thinks another occasion is needed to reach out to a younger generation of military veterans who don't feel connected to the national holiday.
CENTRAL FALLS --- Jean Morris, 80 years young, maintained she had a terrific reason for attending the Central Falls Housing Authority's "Cancer/Domestic Violence Awareness Activities Day" event at Forand Manor on Wednesday.
PAWTUCKET – A well-balanced Ponaganset offense put a scare into unbeaten Tolman on Friday night at Pariseau Field. The Chieftains never really took command of the game but they walked off the field with their heads held high following a 26-10 loss to the explosive Tigers.
"We just had too much speed and too many athletes for them," Tolman coach Dave Caito said after his club stayed unbeaten in Division II-B at 6-0.
Caito understood his team had been tested in this game.