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by Lauren Piester | Thu., Nov. 17, 2016 3:24 PM
When American Horror Story: Roanoke first started, few could have predicted how it would all end, or who would still be standing when we got to the finale.
We assumed we'd see more of the couple who gave up their life savings to buy the house, or of the actors who played them in the reenactment. In the end, however, it was the the cop sister, who survived nearly to the end of all ten episodes thanks to the fact that she was willing to do anything to protect her daughter, and also partly thanks to that heart she ate.
Adina Porter, who many TV fans will know from True Blood, The Newsroom, and The 100, played Lee, sister of Matt (Andre Holland), and sister-in-law of Shelby (Lily Rabe). She spent most of the first five episodes simply being interviewed by the producers of a reality show called My Roanoke Nightmare about her time with her brother and sister-in-law in the creepy haunted house, and whether or not she really did kill her husband.
After episode five, things took a turn, and Lee was the only original cast member of My Roanoke Nightmare to survive the second season.
Not even Porter herself knew whether Lee committed that murder or not until she read Lee's confession in episode eight, but that's not unusual for this show, and this season in particular. E! News chatted with Porter to find out what's it like to suddenly realize you're the surprise star of a season of American Horror Story, and just how much of a secret this season really was.
What was it like, not only being the newbie but then turning out to be the surprise star of the season?
That was pretty awesome. I had no idea that was happening. American Horror Story signed me up for six episodes with an option for four more, so I just thought I was going to be playing along with everybody else. No one knew. It would just be as the episodes would come out. Everyone dies on American Horror Story, so it would just be about how and when, and so everyone was a little bit surprised that it was me that ended up being the last one standing.
So you really had no idea what was coming until the scripts came out?
No, absolutely not. In the beginning, I was by myself, because I would be alone and just film the interviews, so I wasn't even with other cast members. Just the crew, the director, and I remember the producers constantly coming up to me and apologizing for just sitting and doing a monologue. I was like, please don't apologize, I'm having a ball, I'm so happy and thrilled to be involved. They said you'll get to play, episode three they said, we're all going to go back to the house, everybody all together and you'll get to play. But I don't think they knew.
I remember even once, I guess it was when we were shooting seven. I hadn't gotten eight yet or hadn't been able to read eight yet, and Cuba Gooding Jr. came up to me and said, you're going to have a lot to do in eight. And then other people came up to me like, oh boy, wait til you see eight! So I was like well let me read eight, because obviously I'm going to have a lot to do, and you know, I read eight, and I was like well I'm alive in eight, that makes sense. Something will happen in nine. I had no idea that it was gonna be ten.
Towards the end of nine, producers were coming up to me going, so how do you feel being the star? Deep down inside, I was like, uh maybe I'm scared shitless but I'm not going to let you know that because I don't want you to think you can't trust me. So you say the same thing everybody says when you give them a really great opportunity: I'm just so thrilled to be here and thank you very much for trusting me with this opportunity. And then you just do your homework and breathe and go, OK, I can handle this.
Was it kind of fun for you as an actor to have no idea what was about to happen?
I actually don't know if fun is the right word, but it was kind of like being in an improv, because you don't know what's going to happen, so you just have to keep yourself relaxed and then go with what is presented to you. And in that way, it was empowering, exciting, thrilling to, after all the years of work that I've done, then be in this particular moment, and just be prepared for whatever comes down the pike.
They say police work is 90 percent boredom and then 10 percent fear and adrenaline and the moment is happening and you just gotta figure it out, and all your training has to prepare you for how you react when this is happening. That's kind of like what it felt like. Just gotta relax and know that you can do this.
Did the cast do any theorizing on set?
No, because the cast is busy. They've got projects to go to after this, so they're present when they have to be present. Because there are so many different writers, we spent a lot of time in rehearsal before we start shooting saying OK, what are the given circumstances, and does the line I'm saying now really represent what just happened before? Because you know, each writer does their own little section, and then when we get together, ok let's make sure it makes sense, what we're doing now, after what just happened. Because you don't always shoot everything in a sequence, so the actors spend a lot of time and energy making that sense happen, but nobody spends any time thinking about what's going to happen next, or even am I gonna be alive in this or that.
I mean maybe I thought about it because I like staying employed, but you know, Sarah Paulson, Angela Bassett, Cuba Gooding Jr., and Kathy Bates don't have to worry about, you know, where's my next job? I think they're comfortable.
It probably helped that most of the cast was used to being killed off of AHS.
True. I have to say that was one of my goals too. I just want to do a good enough job so I can also be invited back to next season.
How intense was the secret keeping? Could you tell anyone you were doing the show?
No, I couldn't. And no press release saying "Adina Porter, etc etc." In the beginning I was super paranoid about it, because I didn't want to get fired. So my agents knew nothing about it, and because I was also doing The 100 at the same time, it got to a point where scheduling-wise, they needed to know if I was available and when to go up to Vancouver to shoot that. [Episodes] one through three, I was only doing one day on American Horror Story, because it was just the talking heads, or just the monologues. So then the casting people, when they got these phone calls from my agent, they were really kind of surprised that they were clueless about the storyline at all, that Adina's that good of a secret keeper.
The reality was that Angela Bassett was playing me, and that's just too far fetched to even think about. Who are you gonna tell that to? You tell that to somebody, and they're gonna look at you like oh, you're delusional. You don't even want to utter those things.
What surprised you the most, other than the fact that you were the final survivor?
The most surprising thing was when I was beginning to be eaten. That was the most surprising thing, because when I'm reading it and I'm captured by these people, my first thought is oh my god, the worst thing that can happen to me is they're going to rape and kill me. Oh my god, that's the worst thing that could happen. Then you turn the page, and you go, oh my goodness, that wasn't the worst thing that could happen. That was a real surprise.
It got to a point too, where…I mean I'm a bit of a wuss. I'll even watch like a Tom Cruise Jack Reacher movie where, I mean there's a lot of action, but the violence is no real violence, but I still hide my face because there might be violence. And even for blood, I saw them shooting it, so I know how fake it was, and still I was like, oh! I got to a point where I was reading the script during the daytime, because I didn't want to have those kinds of thoughts going through my head and then trying to sleep.
There were some particularly gruesome scenes this season.
I very much enjoyed an ear being cut off, a leg being sliced into, that's incredibly gruesome, but then there was the mind manipulation that I think a mother does with her daughter to try to win favor. That's what I really enjoyed about that first season—the things that Jessica Lange's character was saying to her daughter. I very much enjoyed the rationale that you come up with to get away with things you do to your husband or your partner because you feel justified being a person's mom. I love that kind of evil, that kind of head game, that kind of jealous behavior.
American Horror Story will return to FX next year.
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I just touched my cat's butt by accident and I'm really disgusted by it.
Something else I'm disgusted by is the state my legs are in.
I look like a teenage runaway who lives under a bridge and has a vitamin deficiency.
I have been tearing up South Street on my bike as well as having too many drinks and aggressively dragging said bike up and down stairs and such.
That explains the severely bruised ankles/calves/thighs.
I have this super irritated shredder cut that looks kind of like a tiger tried to climb up my limb. Its is a little swollen and still fairly dirty.
I fell. That's the whole story.
So today Claude, my cognitive behavioral therapist/new best friend told me in jest that I should tattoo 'I don't date losers' on the palm of my hand to serve as a personal reminder.
We talked for at least 20 minutes about the fact that I specifically chose to continue seeing men who I am FULLY AWARE are unavailable.
AKA substance abusers, cheaters, jobless drifters, emotionally invested in other women, depressed, etc etc etc.
To be totally honest, this is something I swear to God, I didn't know I was doing.
Heres a sample of how blind I am:
Claude: What exactly do you want from ____?
Me: I think I have no idea what I want. I think I wish things would just be happy and awesome. The men I like, they are actually good people, seriously Claude.
Claude: OK. Good. Are they available?
Me: No.
Claude: OK. So you have to stop seeing them. Cut it off. Its OK for things to just not work out. No one is a 'loser' we are just humans. You are not picking losers, you are just being *MALADAPTIVE.
Me: But that means I don't win.
Claude: Riiiight. So you're winning right now? I mean... wouldn't winning be dating people who want to be with you? And respect you? And are ready?
Me: What? This is stupid. I win if I make it work.
Claude: Guess what. You just made my job easier. Repeat yourself outloud. See how it sounds.
Me: Oh shit.
Aaaaaand SCENE.
Then he gave me some exercises to do and things to research and looked at me like a little gnome and wiggled his glasses and said, "Its all about the path. Thats all. Just the path."
That gave me a panic attack but I settled down and was fine.
Great Job.
*Maladaptive behaviors refer to types of behaviors that inhibit a person's ability to adjust to particular situations. This type of behavior is often used to reduce one's anxiety, but the result is dysfunctional and non-productive. For example, avoiding situations because you have unrealistic fears may initially reduce your anxiety, but it is non-productive in alleviating the actual problem in the long term.
Enough about that for now.
Here's some things me and Gob did together recently.
(not this Gob)
Gob and I looking at the river while weird Chinese people fish and set things on fire.
Gob and I looking out at machinery and dome as pictured below.
Awkward running father who did not understand that one would need wind in order to successfully fly a kite.
Men alone with children is interesting because of their completely sporadic fits of logic. Its there...then its not? Oh here eat this popsicle for breakfast. What? You refuse to now eat these eggs? Why???
Lets fly a kite! Shit, there is no wind. I guess I'll just walk around with you with no water and long sleeves on this very hot afternoon until your mother gets home.
I love men, I do. And the idea of a loving father, a fun father...its a Dream. Its special!
Lets face it.
Theres a reason why kids think dads are fun and moms are pests.
Somebody has to be the pest or every kid in the world would have rotten teeth, dirty faces, infected fingies and weird brown bag lunches with little to no nutritional value.
I generalize because its funny.
Death is part of life.
But maggots eating squirrel eyes is still gross.
FDR is literally killing it.
(ba-dum CHHHH!)
Tank top balding sandals guy and his giant turtle, who may in fact be his romantic lover.
PS the turtle lives in a boat house.
This has nothing to do with my bike rides, but please look at this man on the train.
His toupee was SO UNBEWEAVABLE in person.
It looks like a hair hat!
I have never seen anything like it.
It was so shiny and wiggish and his little remaining wiry gray hairs poked out all around its border.
He also had the weirdest kit I have even seen, dirty denim with elastic waist and cuffs?
One velcro shoe one with laces?
A fucking confetti party time pattern umbrella?
An expensive-ish watch?
I'm pretty sure hes one of those people who tries to sell you free things like copies of the Onion or 'appraisal on air conditioning unit installing' coupons he got in the mail. Super Saver!
He probably also eats people.
The opposite of scary train guy is this kid, who I met at Stephanies bday BBQ.
He was really good at scrounging our food and also tried to plant an avocado pit in the dirt so the park could have a fruit bearing tree.
I gave him bubbles and a pop ice.
Then I played ball with him.
His face makes me happy so I am going to go to bed before something ruins it.
Arr-vwar, creeps!
Monday, June 15, 2009
Hi Waaaaayne.....Hiiiiiiii.
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One of the most slowest and boring film I have seen of Akira Kurosawa is "The Hidden Fortress". By the time it gets to the center piece of its story we are half asleep. With two most annoying and lifeless characters jumping out of the moral stories in our child hood books, it felt like there is no end. While it is the slowest of my favourite director's film, it is also one of the most arduous effort put on by the actors and the crew to shoot it. With a continuous trekking on terrains with stones rolling and carrying weights of immense proportion and constantly falling over the rough roads, this would have taken a big toll on the whole crew of this film.
It follows two peasants (Minoru Chiaki and Kamatari Fujiwara) being unpropitious in the nook and corner they turn. They are navigating back to their hometown Hayakawa after they get mistaken as the enemy survivors by their own clan and then making them to bury the dead bodies. Tired and frustrated they travel back. With the soldiers of Yamana one of the three major forces in the area, they are again doubted as the enemies, Akizuki. Down by their luck and driven by greed, they run with their heels hitting their backs to the woods, mountains and rivers.
They see that there is a reward for finding the only remaining heir of the Akizuki Clan Princess Yuki and that makes them dream of getting her and claiming some money they have completely lost in coming to the war they missed. And their luck turns out a little bit to their favour. They find a gold being hidden in one of the stick they picked up for their cooking. They drool and break every stick around the vicinity with vain. Soon they are followed by a strange man from the woods and they are tricked into his schemes. That man turns out to be the General Rokurota Makabe (Toshirô Mifune) the guardian of the young and tom boyish Princess Yuki (Misa Uehara). The rest becomes their journey in crossing the border carrying 200 pieces of gold.
By the time the peasants meet Rokurota which is where the real story happens, it feels like ages have passed. The two peasants are basically greedy to the bone and their friendship toggles between risks and fights they face. Their bond purely is driven through the aggravation towards wealth. Now showing their greed does not require much effort but Kurosawa goes to great pains to show their fundamental character been corrupted. The reason for that looks like he wants to present the entire class of common people into those wherein the Princess gets chance to see it. They whine, cry, moan, scold and are sufficiently cunning to carry out their clandestine operations met with immediate failure followed by their shameless running back to the General for protection. The characters as expected to be annoying gets on your nerves and you do not want to see them anymore.
Now the slimiest character in the element of those are strengthened by General Rokurota Makabe and Princess Yuki. Not because they are valiant and prudent. It is purely due to their calmness (which the Princess is advised to be to escape notice) and not pester us. The adventure gets muddied with the slow movements and the manual labour they undertake brings strain to the audience on carrying that loads by themselves. But the disappointment personally would be the wise man attitude which does not get portrayed well in this film of Kurosawa.
Yet the technicality of the film is matchless. With great shots of wide spread landscape and the cross angled camera views of the steep slopes of the mountains with river of stones are some prime exemplifying techniques Kurosawa regularly does with his films. And the spear fight between the General and his favourite enemy from the opposition General Hyoe Tadokoro (Susumu Fujita) is a spectacular choreography to watch for.
"The Hidden Fortress" is a monumental disaster. It works with actors who have proven their skills in many other ventures of Kurosawa. The letdown is the screenplay which generally is the cornerstone of his films. It becomes an excruciating exercise to watch through the snail paced film which drags itself down and slow till we are completely given up to watch further at all.


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I will do my best to identify the oven for you and if a manual is available, supply it to you.regards
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The Jaguar I-PACE Concept is one of the most visually arresting concepts ever produced by Jaguar. Taking full advantage of the packaging freedom offered by electrification, the design and engineering teams took the opportunity to rethink the vehicle's overall proportions.
The result is an exceptional vehicle that combines an advanced cab-forward design inspired by the C-X75 supercar with the smooth silhouette of a coupe – in a five-seater SUV. The I-PACE Concept embodies the technological advances under its skin – and the Jaguar design team's belief that consumers are ready for bolder electric vehicle designs.
"The opportunities offered by an electric powertrain are huge. Electric vehicles offer designers much greater freedom, and it is an opportunity we must grasp. This is why the I-PACE Concept is developed on a new architecture which has been designed to optimise electric vehicle performance, aerodynamics and interior space.
"With the I-PACE Concept, the revolution is in the profile, not the design language. The profile is possible because this car is electric. It's not just that we wanted to create something that was very different from anything else we do: we wanted the design to celebrate the new battery electric technology.
"I was determined from the very beginning of this project to create a design which reflected this change in the mechanics of the car. This is what led to the sporty cab-forward profile rather than a car with a bonnet and an engine."
Ian Callum, Director of Design, Jaguar
A vehicle with proportions this dynamic is only possible with a design that consciously exploits every millimetre given by Jaguar's state-of-the-art electric drive system. Leveraging the technological possibilities of electric driving, the I-PACE Concept introduces big design changes and finds fresh expression for Jaguar's premium, personal touches and British craftsmanship.
Without an internal combustion engine and transmission tunnel to package, the I-PACE Concept's design brings the cabin forward, extends the wheelbase and shortens the overhangs. This enables the silhouette to become more aerodynamic and the haunches to develop more powerful proportions. It also enlarges the interior space and improves vehicle dynamics and visibility.
As a result, the I-PACE Concept's profile has more in common with the C-X75 mid-engine supercar than conventional SUVs. Evidence is clear in the cab-forward proportions, the dynamic heart line, the curve of the front fenders, the powerful proportions of the rear haunches and the large, purposeful wheels. And yet the I-PACE Concept's overall footprint is as compact as conventional mid-sized SUVs'. The long, 2,990mm wheelbase creates a voluminous interior with a level of rear knee room usually only found in full-size SUVs and luxury saloons.
With its streamlined profile, sweeping lines, large wheels and muscular rear haunches, the I-PACE Concept represents a new generation of electric vehicles. Bringing together hallmarks of the Jaguar brand with new lines, made possible by the I-PACE Concept's state-of-the-art electric powertrain, creates a dynamic aesthetic that expresses its performance, innovation and style. The long wheelbase and short overhangs enable a coupe-like roofline.
The cabin sits low between sweeping fenders, creating a sense of movement and giving the body a fast, tapering waistline. The dynamic window lines further enhance the sports car looks. The cab-forward design is accentuated by the windscreen's fast angle and heavily curved glass, flowing down into a low bonnet that adds to the sense of supercar style.
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Annual gingerbread house under constructionOriginally Published December 2, 2012 at 12:00 a.m.
Updated November 30, 2012 at 11:16 a.m.
HOT SPRINGS It is not your usual construction job when those who stop to watch ask to taste a sample.
However, it is a regular occurrence when bakers from the kitchen of the Arlington Resort Hotel and Spa are building the hotel's traditional gingerbread house.
"We have been asked for a sample several times while we have been working," said Executive Chef Richard Davis, who is building his first Arlington gingerbread house.
The chef was having to refuse the requests for a taste Tuesday as the gingerbread was being plastered onto the frame set up in the lobby of the hotel.
"This is construction-grade gingerbread," Davis said. "It is a lot more dense and has very little flavor. There is a lot more baking powder and baking soda in it to make it sturdy."
Vanda Lynn Gates of Lake Village was one of the spectators asking for a bite. She was staying in the Arlington to attend the Arkansas Farm Bureau Convention with her husband.
"We saw our first Arlington gingerbread house years ago when we brought my husband's mother up to see it the year his father died," Gates said. "We wanted to change up the season for her, and my sons were little."
Now a visit to the gingerbread house is often part of the season for the family, she said.
"It is never the same, and we love to guess how many pieces of candy are used on it," Gates said. "We have been here more than a dozen times. It is always fun."
The bystanders watched as two bakers, who have worked on the house more than five Christmas seasons, added and replaced pieces of gingerbread under direction of the chef.
The planks of the bread are hard to cut and will stand up through the holiday season. The frame of the huge doll house was built around six years ago. It is made of plywood and was constructed by the hotel's engineering department, said Bob Martorana, general manager of the hotel.
The hotel has displayed a huge gingerbread house since at least 1985. The current model stands more than 8 feet high, a two-story structure with several rooms of sweet-tooth treasures all covered with gingerbread siding and shingles and far too many pieces of candy to count.
Holding everything in place is a meringue made with the usual ingredients of egg white, cream of tartar and just a little sugar as a binder.
"Then we just whip it like crazy," Davis said. "When we are done, it is a lot like drywall mud, which is what we need."
The chef said most people think frosting would be better, but he said all the sugar in frosting makes it susceptible to heat and humidity.
In all, the house will carry more than 400 pounds of flour, brown sugar and powered sugar, along with the egg whites and some ginger.
"We do add ginger," Davis said. "We want people to be able to smell it in the atmosphere. It is gingerbread, not just cake.
The gingerbread is made in the kitchens and mixed in a large mixer that may be one of the oldest in existence, Davis said.
"It came off of an old ship in the Navy," he said. "It used to have a plaque on it, I am told, but it has been repainted over and over again. It has a transmission and throttle; it is a big machine."
Chef Davis is new to the Arlington, having joined the hotel Oct. 4. A native of Tucson, Ariz., he moved to Arkansas 10 years ago. He came to the hotel after being the executive sous-chef at Oaklawn Park.
"I've always enjoyed coming and seeing the decorations at the Arlington on my own, with my family," he said. "Now it is great to be a part of the making of this gingerbread house."
Davis said he is improvising on the design this year as he finds out how the construction materials hold up and how the environment of the large hotel lobby affects the house.
He said one change he is making is to use gingerbread-men cookies as shingles on the roof of the house.
"I knew I didn't want to just use sheets of gingerbread," Davis said. "So, since I was making shingles, why not use the cookies?"
Between the baking, the building and the decorating, he said it will take more than 100 man-hours to build the house.
"I could not do it without the help of these two ladies," Davis said, pointing to Cecila Mendez and Christina Serrerno, who were slicing gingerbread to fit as the siding and window frames.
"When it comes time for the candy, the children and families of the staff all come in and have a great time," Davis said. "My wife and kids will be coming."
As the new chef, Davis said, he wants to pump up the quality of the food he serves at the grand hotel, built in 1927.
"I want our guests to experience historic meals in this historic hotel," he said.
The decorations will be up and the gingerbread house finished starting this weekend, and they will be on display through December at the Arlington on Central Avenue in Hot Springs.
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We are delighted to introduce you to Michelle Armstrong, new General Manager for Hearts & Minds. Michelle joins us in March and is excited to be part of the team. She is looking forward to helping develop the organisation and the work of the Clowndoctors and Elderflowers.
We thought you might like to find out a bit more about Michelle so we asked her a few, not too revealing questions on your behalf.
What interested/attracted you to work at Hearts & Minds?
Hearts and Minds is a wonderful charity that does such amazing work through positively transforming health care environments. I think the idea of improving lives one smile at a time is such a great sentiment. The Clowndoctors and Elderflowers are able to improve the emotional health and well being of the people that they engage with; providing a positive impact in relation to their quality of life.
Tell us a bit about what you did before joining Hearts & Minds.
I used to work for Cancer Research UK as a Fundraising Manager. It was great fun and an extremely varied job, some of my fondest memories were running round a shopping centre in Stirling dressed in a pink Gorilla suit and also cake decorating with vikings on a sports field at 3am in Lerwick. People do some crazy and amazing things to raise money.
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I can't wait to get the chance to go and be a fly on the wall and watch the practitioners in the units. I think what they do is amazing and I have a great deal of respect for their work.
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I love gardening, although that's not so say I'm a proficient gardener. It may well be that my garden is full of some of the best kept weeds in Edinburgh.
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The M.A.R.T.I. Initiative is a mod for Portal 2 that takes place in the sister location to Aperture Science, Aperture Theta. The player assume the role of a lost test subject and works to escape from the rogue AI built specifically to enforce testing, the Mandatory Artificial Robotic Testing Intelligence, or M.A.R.T.I. for short. Due to a cloudy past and a fixation from the AI only thought only to desire testing, this isn't going to be an easy task.
Project Lead / Lead Mapper - Jayed_Tadayoshi
Assistant Technical Mapper - BoxandRocks
Writer - NoriMori
Coding - RaraCerberus
PR & Art - hi2tai
I wonder how many of these posts I'm gonna have to make?
I think I've decided to start working on the mod again? I'm not entirely sure how it will work, as I'm about to graduate from high school and begin college so my schedule will be busy, busy, busy, but I've been thinking a lot about the mod and where I want it to actually go. Think of it as having... about 5-6 years of loose footing before I finally caught something? This mod page has existed for so long and has been aimless - but now I have a direction I think.
For example, I've been working on creating a new style for chambers I believe fits more with the time, story, and setting of the mod
Without giving away too much (Or at least trying not to,) the mod takes place somewhere before or around the first Portal in a facility that may or may not less fortunate than the Enrichment Center, so I feel that a slapped together, duct tape and scraps industrial style for the test chambers would fit. It is heavily inspired by the very early builds of portal that relied almost 100% on Half-Life 2 textures. The visual literacy of the chambers will probably go through a few changes, but for now this is what it feels like. A comparison of more areas is available in the image section!
Now, as for a more pressing matter concerning the longevity of the mod - I'm the only person who is working on it, said in stone. I've been getting a little help from my friends and mapping advice from some other Portal mappers, but I'm the only one wholly dedicated to it.
That being said, I'm looking for a few more people who'd be at least somewhat willing to help with this mod on the side - there's no need for a 100% full commitment! Here's some of the roles I'm looking for;
I believe that I already have a 'writer' and 'concept artist' of sorts, and I've created a Discord server for our team to communicate with each other on easily. I'll send out invites to those who are interested in helping the mod in anyway - not just those listed above. You can reach me on discord at JayedSkier#5485 or on steam as Jayed Skier.
No hopes for 2017 being too active - but I'm really trying! If it comes to it, I'll just release what I've got not as a full mod, but to let people see what I've been trying to do at the very least!
Oh my god, 2015 is finally ending. This is weird.
We're comming back! Though I have been a bit preoccupied with stupid things, I'm gonna try my best to get back on track.
The mod's dead. I have to put more stuff here so here.
My PC isn't happy with me. I don't wanna write a 50 character long summary so spam : flsjflkjeklwjfkljweifjsdklfs
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Since this mod has had a lot of hiccups, restarts, and me generally just not doing it, I figured some people following would want to see exactly how this...
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Player works to escape from the rogue AI...? Hmmmmmm... oh wait, I know how to do it!
Step one: Stand Still
Step two: Remain calm
Step three: Scream:
I know my paradoxes.
(awesome mod tho :D )
If you are looking for a voice actor, I would happily do the job. No payment, no repaying of any kind. I would love for a Portal mod to be my first time voice acting (note: That does not mean I am bad). I am willing to take as much time as needed to redo lines to make it into the amazing mod you have worked on so hard to make. All you need to do is just send me a message on steam and I will get back to you!
looks awesome man!!
I don't really think an article is worthy of this, but I think all those following should know that the first 2 maps of the mod are undergoing a complete overhaul and all existing maps are having tweaks to fit with the changes to the first two.
I'm sorry this mod is taking forever, but I only redo things when I believe the time it takes to do it is worth it!
Like !
Very much impressed :) I think it will be interesting
We can call this 'On life support'
I'm trying my best but no promises it'll be done! This was just a little side project that my friends went, "hey you're pretty good with architecture - we can make a mod!" This is essentially just a big learning project for me; I'll release the maps if I decide to stop working on it so you can see what ti was!
Sorry guys, I apologize for doing literally nothing with the mod for a while, depression's been kicking my behind.
if you want i can do voiceing
hello, i was going to ask if i can help with anything source engine related on this mod.
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Said Rabbi Yehoshua ben Chananiah:
Once a child got the better of me. I was traveling, and I met with a child at a crossroads. I asked him, "Which way to the city?" and he answered: "This way is short and long, and this way is long and short."
I took the "short and long" way. I soon reached the city but found my approach obstructed by gardens and orchards. So I retraced my steps and said to the child: "My son, did you not tell me that this is the short way?" Answered the child: "Did I not tell you that it is also long?"
–Talmud, Eiruvin 53b
Also in life there is a "short but long" way and a "long but short" way.
In his Tanya, Rabbi Schneur Zalman of Liadi sets down the fundamentals of the Chabad-Chassidic approach to life. On the cover page of this "Bible of Chassidism," he defines his work as follows:
"[This book is] based on the verse [in Parashas Nitzavim]: 'For [the Torah and its precepts] is something that is very close to you, in your mouth, in your heart, that you may do it' (Devarim 30:14)–to explain, with the help of G‑d, how it is indeed exceedingly close, in a long and short way."
The Torah and its mitzvos are the Creator's blueprint for creation, detailing the exact manner in which He meant life to be lived and His purpose in creation to be fulfilled. But is a life that is ordered by Torah indeed feasible? Can the ordinary "everyman" be realistically expected to conduct his every act, word, and thought in accordance with the Torah's most demanding directives?
The Torah itself is quite clear on the matter: "For the mitzvah which I command you this day, it is not beyond you nor is it remote from you. It is not in heaven . . . nor is it across the sea . . . Rather, it is something that is very close to you, in your mouth, in your heart, that you may do it." Torah is not an abstract ideal, a point of reference to strive toward, but a practical and attainable goal to achieve.
But how? In the Tanya, Rabbi Schneur Zalman develops the Chabad approach–a holistic approach to life in which the mind and intellect play the leading and pivotal role. First, a person must study, comprehend, and meditate upon the quintessential truths of existence: the all-transcendent, all-embracing, all-pervading reality of G‑d; the root and essence of the soul and its intrinsic bond with its Creator; man's mission in life, and the resources and challenges that are extended to him to fulfill it. Since these concepts are extremely subtle and abstract, one must toil "a toil of the soul and a toil of the flesh" to grasp them and relate to them.
The next step of this approach is to translate this knowledge and comprehension into feelings. Because of an innate superiority of the mind over heart that the Creator has imbued in human nature, the understanding, assimilation, and meditation upon these G‑dly concepts will compel the development of the appropriate emotions in the heart: the love and awe of G‑d. "Love of G‑d" is defined by Rabbi Schneur Zalman as the unquenchable desire to cleave to Him and be unified with His essence; "awe of G‑d" is the utter abhorrence towards anything which erects barriers between G‑d and man.
Finally, when a person has so oriented his mind and so transformed his heart, his observance of the Torah's precepts becomes not only possible, but a compelling need. He craves the fulfillment of the mitzvos with every fiber of his being, since they are the bridge between him and G‑d, the means–and the only means–by which he can connect to his Creator. And any transgression of G‑d's will, no matter how attractive to his material nature, is literally revolting to him, since it disrupts his relationship with G‑d and runs contrary to his own true self.
But a person may argue: Why spend a lifetime pursuing this demanding regimen of mind and heart? Why must I toil to understand and feel? Why not take the direct approach–open the books and follow instructions? "I'm a simple Jew," this person may maintain, "and the attainment of such lofty spiritual states as 'comprehension of the Divine,' 'love of G‑d,' and 'awe of G‑d' are way beyond my depth. I know the truth; I know what G‑d wants of me–the Torah spells out the dos and don'ts of life quite clearly."
"Do I have a material and egocentric nature? An inborn inclination toward evil and self-destructive desires? I'll control them. My faith, determination, and willpower will do the job."
This, however, is the short but long way. As the most direct and simple line between two points, it is misleadingly the surest way to town; but in truth, the direct approach is a dead end. As with the route which Rabbi Yehoshua ben Chananiah first chose, it seems to lead straight to the city–only somehow it never quite makes it. For it is a path of never-ending struggle, the scene of perpetual duel between the self-oriented "animal soul" of man and his upward-reaching "G‑dly soul." True, man has been given free choice and furnished with the necessary fortitude and spiritual staying power to meet his every moral challenge; but the possibility of failure, G‑d forbid, also exists. No matter how many times he will triumph, tomorrow will bring yet another test. On the short and long road one may win battle after battle, but there is never a decisive victory in the war of life.
On the other hand, the long but short way is winding, steep, tedious, and long as life itself. It is full of ups and downs, setbacks and frustrations. It demands every ounce of intellectual and emotional stamina the human being can muster. But it is a road that leads, steadily and surely, to the aspired-to destination. When one does finally acquire an aptitude and intellectual taste for the G‑dly, when one does develop a desire for good and abhorrence for evil, the war has been won. The person has transformed himself into someone whose every thought, deed, and act is naturally attuned to his quintessential self and purpose in life. v
Reprinted with permission from Chabad.org. Based on the teachings of the Lubavitcher Rebbe; adapted by Yanki Tauber. Originally published in Once Upon a Chassid (Kehot, 1994). Find more Torah articles for the whole family at www.chabad.org/parshah.
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December 6, 2012
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, PLAINTIFF,v.LUIS FIGUEROA-ALCAZAR, DEFENDANT
The opinion of the court was delivered by: Morrison C. England, JR United States District Judge
Plaintiff, United States of America, by and through its counsel of record, and the defendant, Luis Figueroa Alcazar, by and through his counsel of record, hereby stipulate as follows:
1. By previous order, this matter was set for status on December 6, 2012. 2. By this stipulation, the defendant now moves to continue the status conference until January 24, 2013, and to exclude time between December 6, 2012, and January 24, 2013 under Local Code T4. Plaintiff does not oppose this request.
3. The parties agree and stipulate, and request that the Court find the following: a. The parties represent that defendant would like the continuance in order to enter a plea. b. Counsel for the defendant desire additional time to consult with his client to discuss the entry of plea. Defense counsel has been in the hospital since November 20, 2012 due to a ruptured appendix and has just been released. Defense counsel is expected to return to work a few weeks from his release. c. Counsel for the defendant believes that failure to grant the above-requested continuance would deny him the reasonable time necessary for effective preparation, taking into account the exercise of due diligence. d. The government does not object to the continuance. e. Based on the above-stated findings, the ends of justice served by continuing the case as requested outweigh the interest of the public and the defendants in a trial within the original date prescribed by the Speedy Trial Act. f. For the purpose of computing time under the Speedy Trial Act, 18 U.S.C. § 3161, et seq., within which trial must commence, the time period of December 6, 2012, to January 24, 2013, inclusive, is deemed excludable pursuant to 18 U.S.C.§ 3161(h)(7)(A), B(iv) [Local Code T4] because it results from a continuance granted by the Court at defendant's request on the basis of the Court's finding that the ends of justice served by taking such action outweigh the best interest of the public and the defendants in a speedy trial.
4. Nothing in this stipulation and order shall preclude a finding that other provisions of the Speedy Trial Act dictate that additional time periods are excludable from the period within which a trial must commence.
Respectfully submitted, Date: 11-28-12 By: /s/ Danny D. Brace, Jr., DANNY D. BRACE, JR., Attorney for Luis Figueroa-Alcazar Date: 11-28-12 By:/s/ Paul Hemesath Authorized to sign for Mr. Hemesath On November 28, 2012 Assistant United States Attorney PAUL HEMESATH Assistant U.S. Attorney
IT IS SO FOUND AND ORDERED. The status conference is continued to January 24, 2013. The time period between December 6, 2012, and January 24, 2013 is excluded under Local Code T4.
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Last weekend I made my annual trek out to California for my grandpa and dad's birthdays. My grandpa turned 91 on the 21st and my dad turned 65 on the 24th so we had a big party for both of them. [I know my dad is old, this isn't news to me hahaha]
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And here's a pic of my cute Grandpa and Grandma Smith. They started dating when my Grandma was 14! How's that for a lifelong love?
Also my orientation for the U was today. It was super long and boring but I am in the process of registering now so let me know what classes you're in and I'll see if I can get classes with some people. Also I am now officially an English major! Sayonara psychology. Actually it was kind of sad, I truly do enjoy psych I just am so much more passionate about English. By the way the novel is still creepin along. Ugh. Anyway that's all for now, I'm so tired.


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The V90 Amp was designed for multi room and computer based audio. It has inputs for 24 bit asynchronous USB, optical/analog. Power is a healthy 20 watts per channel. The V90 Amp has advanced, prioritised automatic input selection. Priority is given to the asynchronous USB input. Then the optical/analog. If USB is connected but there is no data stream the V90 Amp will automatically switch to the optical/analog. This interesting facility makes it perfect for computer based and multi room together.
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Thank you for your purchase of the Onkyo speaker system.
Please read this manual thoroughly before using it.
Following the instructions in this manual will enable you to obtain optimum performance and listening enjoyment from your
new speaker system.
Please retain this manual for future reference.
Instruction Manual
1. Read Instructions All the safety and operating instructions
should be read before the appliance is operated.
2. Retain Instructions The safety and operating instructions
should be retained for future reference.
3. Heed Warnings All warnings on the appliance and in the
operating instructions should be adhered to.
4. Follow Instructions All operating and use instructions
should be followed.
5. Cleaning The appliance should be cleaned only as
recommended by the manufacturer.
6. Attachments Do not use attachments not recommended
by the appliance manufacturer as they may cause hazards.
7. Water and Moisture Do not use the appliance near water
for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or
laundry tub; in a wet basement; or near a swimming pool;
and the like.
8. Accessories Do not place the appliance on an unstable
cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The appliance may fall,
causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious
damage to the appliance. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod,
bracket, or table recommended
by the manufacturer, or sold with
the appliance. Any mounting of
the appliance should follow the
manufacturer's instructions, and
should use a mounting accessory
recommended by the manufacturer.
9. An appliance and cart combination
should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force,
and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart
combination to overturn.
Important Safeguards
Attaching and detaching the speaker grilles
This speaker system uses detachable grilles. Use the
following method to attach or detach the grilles.
1. Hold the lower edge of the grille and pull it gently toward
you to remove that edge of the grille.
2. In the same way, gently pull the upper edge of the speaker
grille toward you to remove it.
3. Lastly, gently pull the midsection of the speaker grille
toward you to remove it.
4. To replace the grille, push the projections at the six
locations into the grille plug holes on the speaker cabinet.
· The grille was designed to enhance the sound quality, so
be careful not to tear or damage it when removing or
replacing it.
Before turning on the amplifier's power switch:
· Make sure that the positive (+) and negative (-) speaker
cables do not contact each other. Otherwise, a short-
circuit may occur, causing damage to the amplifier.
· Be sure to connect the speaker cables with correct polarity
(connect the speaker's positive (+) and negative (-) binding
posts with the amplifier's corresponding speaker
terminals). Reversed polarity results in impaired bass-
range reproduction, causing mislocalization of the sound
image. Also, be sure to connect the Right and Left
speakers with the amplifier's corresponding speaker
· Pull lightly on the speaker cables to ensure that they are
connected firmly.
· Turn the sound volume to the minimum and disconnect
the power cord to the amplifier before connecting the
speaker cables.
· The nominal impedance of this speaker system is 6
Use only amplifiers capable of handling this impedance.
· Use the supplied speaker cables to connect between
speaker's binding posts and the amplifier's speaker
terminals as illustrated below.
· Connect the binding posts of the Right and Left speakers
(when viewed from the front side) with the amplifier's right
(R) and left (L) speaker terminals, respectively.
Before using this unit
· The speaker cabinet is made of wood and is therefore
sensitive to extreme temperatures and humidity. Avoid
placing the speaker systems in locations subjected to
direct sunlight, or in smoky or in humid places, such as
near an air conditioner, humidifier, bathroom, or kitchen.
Doing so may result in damage to the speaker.
· Place the unit on a rigid, level surface. Placing it on a
slanted surface or weak base not only may cause the unit
to fall, but also results in decreased sound quality.
· Keep water or other liquids away from the unit. If water is
spilled into the unit, not only the unit but also the speakers
themselves may be damaged.
Name and function of each part
Connecting the speaker cables directly into the speaker's binding
Speaker's binding posts
1. Peel the insulation off the ends
of the speaker cable.
1. Loosen the terminal
3. Fasten the terminal
2. Insert the speaker
cable into the hole
(until the core wires
are inserted fully).
2. Twist the core wires
Minus (-) side is indicated
with a description or a
white line.
Speaker terminals on AV amplifier
Right (R channel)
Left (L channel)
Bass-reflex port
Grille plug holes
127 mm
200 mm
193 mm
260 mm
The sound quality a speaker system reproduces varies
greatly depending on the construction and area of the room
where it is installed, as well as the location and size of the
furniture. For better-quality sound, observe the following
· It is recommended not to place the speakers on blocks,
but place the speakers on a sturdy floor or surface that
does not transmit vibrations. It is especially important to
refrain from placing the speakers on shag carpeting for
the speakers may tip over and the sound quality will be
adversely affected. Moreover, high-quality bass sound
cannot be obtained if the speakers are not seated stably
on the floor. Insert coins or other thin discs to seat the
speakers stably. As a general rule, having the speakers
resting on a number of points provides better sound than
having it rest completely on one surface. If the bass
sounds are low, place the speakers close to the wall
behind it to prevent the bass sounds from escaping. You
can then obtain the desired bass level by adjusting how
far from the wall the speakers are placed.
· In many rooms, the furniture and wall affect the
reproduced sound quality. For stereo sound reproduction,
placing the Right and Left speakers in the same condition
produces the best results. If they are placed in extremely
different conditions, the Right- and Left-channel balance
will be adversely affected.
· The ideal placement of the speaker system is as follows:
Imagine an equilateral triangle and position the Right and
Left speakers on both ends of the base. The ideal
listening position is at or slightly to the rear of the triangle
· Glazed doors or surrounding walls in front of the speaker
system may cause the resonance of specific frequency
ranges due to reflected sound. To eliminate this
resonance, place some sound-absorbing material such as
a thick curtain in front of the doors or walls.
· A base extension is provided with the speakers to prevent
the speakers from being tipped over (base extension: 260
mm (10-1/4") length, M4 x 35 mm (1-3/8") screws). To
install the base extension, align it with the holes located
on the rear of the speaker stand and secure it with the
screws provided.
Precaution on use
· This speaker system can handle the specified input power
when it is used for ordinary music reproduction. If the
following abnormal signals are fed to the speaker,
however, an overcurrent may flow in the internal circuits,
causing burning or breakage of the wires even if the input
power is below the specified rating.
1. Noise produced when FM station is not tuned in
2. Sound produced when fast-forwarding cassette tape
3. High-frequency sound generated by an oscillator, an
electronic musical instruments, etc.
4. Oscillating amplifier signals
5. Special test signals produced by audio checking CD,
6. Sound produced when connecting or disconnecting
audio connection cables (Always turn off the
amplifier's power before connecting or disconnecting
7. Howling when a microphone is used
· Do not place magnetic objects such as screwdrivers and
iron parts near the tweeter since they use speakers with
strong magnets. Otherwise, the objects may be attracted,
causing injury or damaging the diaphragm.
Use with a TV set or computer
In general, Braun tubes used for color television sets and
computers are extremely sensitive and can be affected even
by the magnetism of the earth. If a speaker system is used
near them, therefore, discoloration or distortion of pictures will
occur. To allow use with a color television set or computer,
this speaker system is provided with magnetic shielding.
Even so, discoloration may still result, depending on the
installation environment. If discoloration occurs, turn off the
power of the television set or computer, wait for 15 to 30
minutes and then turn it on again. This activates the self-
demagnetizing function of the television set or computer,
improving the display condition. If discoloration persists even
after performing this remedy, move the speaker apart from
the television set or computer. Discoloration may also be
caused when a magnet or other magnetizing object exists
near the television or computer because of the combined
When you use speakers near a television set or computer, a
noise generated by TV's electromagnetic wave may come out
from the speakers even after the power of amplifier is turned
off. If you want to avoid this noise, place speakers apart more
from a television set or computer.
Base extension
Rear of the speaker
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Speaker care
Wipe the cabinet occasionally with a dry silica or soft cloth.
For heavier dirt, after dampening a soft cloth in a weak
solution of mild detergent and water and wringing it out dry,
wipe off the dirt. Then, dry immediately with a clean cloth. Do
not use rough material, thinners, alcohol or other chemical
solvents or cloths since these could damage the finish,
remove the panel lettering, or cause discoloration. If you are
using a chemical cloth, always follow the instructions that
come with the cloth. For dust accumulated on grilles, use a
vacuum cleaner or brush it off.
2-way bass reflex
Maximum input power:
Output sound pressure level: 86 dB/W/m
Frequency response:
50 Hz- 35 kHz
Crossover frequency:
3 kHz
Cabinet capacity:
Woofer: 9-cm (3-9/16") cone x 2
Tweeter: 2.5-cm (1") dome
193 (W) x 872 (H) x 260 (D) mm
(7-5/8" x 34-5/16" x 10-1/4")
7.1 kg (15.7 lbs.)
2.5-m (98-7/16") speaker cable
(2 pcs.)
Base extension (2 pcs.)
Screw (M4 x 35 mm, 4 pcs.)
Instruction manual (this manual)
Magnetic shielding
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Starting With What You Have: The Scholarship
It has always been my dream to provide affordable or free education in my society, (to mention but one of these basic necessities I intend to help people with to improve their quality of living).
My life is not perfect,…yet…but I have always had the culture of sharing my resources with people who have less, who need it, people I know and those I don't. My siblings and I learnt it from our parents.
I had a friend of mine from my department in my previous University place an announcement for applications for Financial Aid for students from low-income homes in the Department's Facebook Group.
I didn't want them to know it was me, and they had to send the essay "How Education Has Changed My Life" to an email address that I have, and I'm sure they wouldn't guess was mine. I graduated in 2011, so they wouldn't guess…I think, I'm sure.
Another friend of mine wants me to make it a real scholarship with my name attached to it, but I'm like, I really just want to share from my own monthly scholarship money for now, I'm not some rich lady (yet) trying to give away a huge sum. I want to start with connecting first of all, starting from my own home university where I graduated from, to connect with someone like me, someone who is eager to learn, who seizes opportunities, someone who needs the cash to live relatively more comfortably while they study, and not to stress about the many financial cares of this world…lol
When I was still in the University of Benin, I would just walk up to the freshman class in my department and reach anyone I was led to with what I had, just to encourage them.
(In another post I will share with you how somehow in 2015, one of the students in 100 level I encouraged with a small cash gift (in 2008) for being a good goalkeeper for our team, helped me in Abuja on the eve of my passport appointment (about 2 a.m September 2015), when I was stranded. I didn't even know his name, but my friend Emmanuel kept calling his name as if I knew him and it didn't ring any bell).
Giving is my life, education is one of my passions and this could get big in future, it will get big, but my dilemma now is, should I tell them it's me? I have a good reputation in the department, but I don't want too much formalities to slow down this process, the deadline is 30th March, no one has responded yet.
My friend who lectures in the department made an announcement to the students and some of them screamed "How Much?" I laughed and said "That's cute but that's not what I'm looking for. I want to connect with someone, someone who doesn't care how much it is, someone who has a hunch and the passion and goes for it, someone like me, it sounds selfish but someone like me". The amount is relatively big anyway, it's my biggest giveaway, and I'm happy just thinking about it, knowing that I'm going to put a smile on someone's face from behind the heavy drapes without showing my face I guess, and peep and watch as that person or those two students rejoice, as I do, everytime my application goes through.
Now I know what it feels like to be on the other side of a scholarship application, or perhaps. It seems small now, but I know it's going to get bigger. And I'm glad already. It's something I should have started as part of my NGO in 2015 before I left for school, but it's never too late. Let's help improve someone's life, let's make education less of a burden, let's promote a good cause.


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Every Man Jack
Every Man Jack is a new Men's grooming line available at Target. The product line is aimed to be unpretentious and each item retails for $4.99 or less. I have to say I really love the faux wood accents. They really pop on the shelf and make you want to pick it up. Overall the packaging is very easy to understand and looks very well done. The value perception is amazing, these really look like they should cost more that $4.99 each! Continue for photos of their complete line.


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One year ago,
at nearly this very minute,
i was being rushed
to the hospital.
The bits of me
that were still working
knew i was dying,
and felt grateful
that my suffering
would finally end.
Only, it didn't.
i survived.
For months,
i was an egg
without a shell,
needing comfort and protection,
crushed by the smallest things,
barely making it through
my obligations.
But my spirit healed.
i have felt more sublime peace
in these past few months
than in the decade before.
It has become the rule,
rather than the exception –
which is why this feels so miraculous.
Today, i have been
unable to focus
on fiction or poem,
on chores or art.
Instead, i have been full
of quiet, thankful prayer.
My bones,
my soul,
have rested
in these thanksgivings.
If i could move
with greater fluidity,
i would be dancing –
but slowly,
to the rhythm
of my heartbeat,
so this spell
of contentment
would not be shattered
by endless nattering thought.
This moment
is a blessing
i almost didn't experience.
Tomorrow does not come
with any guarantees.
My entire life
gave me the gifts
that led me to this altar
with three candles lit:
one for Love,
one in gratitude,
and one looking forward,
with eager anticipation,
to the miracle
of another year.
Happy New Year,
asha fenn, 1 January 2018