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The 63-year-old comedian revealed last year that she smokes medical marijuana to treat her glaucoma and macular degeneration. Ms. Barr said, "It's good for me for that, because I have pressure in my eyes." She added that medical marijuana is "good medicine for a lot of things."
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Rosanne Barr will be an investor and have a licensing agreement with the dispensary. Her medical marijuana dispensary is one of only 20 that won a city lottery last year, allowing it to apply to operate in Santa Ana.
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This song is about a guy who is devastated when the girl he was hoping to marry takes up with another guy. He's now pleading to Rhonda to relieve his pain because she looks good to him. Despite the desperation in the lyrics, it's a very light and uptempo song.
Is there a real Rhonda?
Mike Love tells us
there isn't, adding, "There are a lot of people, a lot of girls named Rhonda out there who have gotten remarks related to that song all their lives."
This was the first Beach Boys single where their guitarist Al Jardine sang lead. The song was written by Brian Wilson and Mike Love. Wilson explained to
in 2011: "We did two versions of 'Help Me Rhonda.' We did one with the ukulele and we did one with guitars. We chose to use the guitar version. I heard myself singing lead on it originally and then I turned it over to Al. I produced the Beach Boys so I decided who would sing lead. I just had a sixth sense about who should sing what songs. Some of the songs I wrote specifically for Mike, Al and Carl to sing."
For the entire song, the words "get her out of my heart" appear five times; "help me, Rhonda, help, help me, Rhonda" appears 18 times; the song's title appears 41 times; the words "help me" appear 43 times; the name Rhonda appears 45 times, and the word "help" appears 61 times.
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Jerro - New Alexandria, PA
Daryl Dragon, The Captain from The Captain & Tennille, played organ on this. As was the case with many of Brian Wilson's productions, he also used some of the top Los Angeles session players on the track, including Glen Campbell on guitar, Hal Blaine on drums, and
Carol Kaye
on bass. Kaye, who had a great relationship with Wilson, says that he pushed it a bit on this session. "That's a tune I got pissed off at Brian about," said Kaye. "In those days I had my strings yay high and really played hard. I worked hard. He did take after take, and then the last take he did of that, he had us doing it for about 8 minutes while he held the phone up to the speakers. I guess he wanted the rest of the Beach Boys to hear the track. And there we were, my fingers were almost bleeding."
Johnny Rivers covered this in 1975 and took it to #22 in the US. Brian Wilson sang backup on his version.
Mike Love discussed with
magazine March 2008 his songwriting collaboration with Brian Wilson on The Beach Boys early hits: "The song writing process itself was very spontaneous. It was either an idea that I had, or one that Brian had. On 'Help Me, Rhonda' he had a great track going, and I went and wrote the lyrics, tailoring the lyrics to the melody. We'd go into the studio with a couple of musicians, and with Carl and Dennis, and we'd bang out a track, Brian on piano or bass. My forte was literature and poetry. I was very enamored of all that, so it meant that he could focus 100% on the music."
Wilson Phillips, the trio comprised of Brian Wilson's daughters Wendy and Carnie along with The Mamas & the Papas progeny Chynna Phillips, hit #1 with "
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Will always remind me of a Rhonda I went to school with who died young. Only bad thing about this song is parts of the first verse you can't understand the words.
Jennifur Sun - Ramona
Gasp! What memories from '65. When "Help Me, Rhonda" was topping the charts, I was graduating from high school. I met a young guy that fall when I started college who was dumped by his previous girlfriend. We got married & had some great years & six kids. Then he left me for a guy! Go figure. (sigh) I've been a Beach Boys fan since '63, even through all the social changes in rock & roll. This is one of their great #1 hits. Enjoy.
Moanin' Lisa - Chillicothe Mo.
On July 6th 1975, "Help Me, Rhonda" by Johnny Rivers entered Billboard's Hot Top 100 chart at position #86; and on August 17th, 1980 it peaked at #22 (for 2 weeks) and spent 10 weeks on the Top 100...
And exactly ten years earlier on July 6th, 1965, the Beach Boys' original version was at #25 on the Top 100, six weeks earlier on May 23rd, 1965 it had peaked at #1 for two weeks.
Barry - Sauquoit, Ny
Great catchy tune about meeting a new gal on the rebound after getting dumped. Who can't identify with that? Al Jardine did a great job on the lead vocals, wished the BB had used him more often in that role.
Dt - Gulf Breeze, Fl
This is what a hit song should sound like.A very catchy phrase and melody.As usual,great harmonies were a trademark of the Beach Boys sound.A fun upbeat song.Good story by Barry from N.Y. I'm sure those were good memories.
George - Belleville, Nj
For Charlie:
1. I Get Around - 1964 {#1 for 2 weeks)
2. Help Me, Rhonda - 1965 {#1 for 2 weeks}
3. Good Vibrations - 1966 {#1 for 1 week}
4. Kokomo - 1988 {#1 for 1 week}
Source: Billboard Top 100
{The Beach Boys still hold the record the longest time span between #1 records, 22 years}
Barry - Sauquoit, Ny
I was in the US Navy in 1965 and stationed in Norfolk, VA. The Beach Boys played in the Norfolk area during the summer of 1965; the only thing I remember about the concert was that it was held on a high school football field, Glen Campbell was playing the bass, Help Me Rhonda was their big hit at the time {they played it twice}, it was an afternoon concert, and just about whole audience sat on blankets on the playing field {a local AM station had encouraged people to bring their own blanket}...
Barry - Sauquoit, Ny
I heard that Rhonda referred to in the song is Rhonda Caldwell who lived in Walnut Creek, CA at the time the song was released.
Terry - Walnut Creek, Ca
Would someone check again on the #1 US chart position. I distinctly remember Mike Love saying at a Beach Boys concert that they only had two #1 records - I Get Around and Kokomo.
Charlie - Cape Girardeau, Mo
I think my birthmother named me after this song. She was 17 at the time and was unable to keep me. I was adopted in 1966 and given the name Laura. Old lady that I am, I had a son in 2002 and that has been awesome. What an amazing thing to be a mother! The experience has, however, lent itself to the feeling(s) that I never knew my birthmother and the mother that I have who raised me ---"kiss your mother" she did alot out of love for you~ My birthmother was apparently one of ten children living in RI with her grandparents. My birthfather was a Marine in the Korean war. The details suspend me with wonder ...because of these two people I am here and now so is my beautiful boy. I will always think of them when I hear the song...my husband calls me Rhonda and if I get the chance I would like to say "hey", I am alright. Thank you and well...I can't say I love someone I dont know but I feel that I must have been very special to them in a very unique way. Love being what it is in all its forms and expressions. Look me up! email@example.com Cheers!, R
Laura - Providence, Ri
Okay so a VERY UNKNOWN FACT !! My father in fact wrote this song, "Help me Rhonda". He was only 18 years old at the time. Him and his band were in the recording studio in TX and the Beach boys heard them recording it. To make a long story short when the song came out, (yes they did make a few changes. It originally had a country western tune to it. Same lyrics though.) after being promised recognition by the Brian Wilson himself, his name was no where to be seen. He was not given ANY credit for the song he wrote from scratch. It left him devastated. There is nothing worse then to have something you created taken from you, the whole world to love, go down in history as a classic song and receive none of the credit for it. So ever wonder who the girl Rhonda whose name appears 45 times is? A girl he liked in his High school that he was too afraid to talk too at the time. Bet Brian Wilson couldn't answer that question!
Wendy - Seattle, Wa
The master take of this song is Take 6, The backing track can be heard as a bonus track on The Beach Boy's stack-o-tracks album. The intro was orignally recorded with a 12 string guitar played by guitarist Bill Strange, but it was played too low and played sloppy on the fade, so Brian had Carl redo the intro and fade out with a higher 12 string guitar part over the lower part. The song has an awesome fade out that contains, drums played over the intro style parts. while the song was being mixed down to mono the solos and slide you hear on the intro and fadeout, were added live in the studio. An alternate single version of this song exsists, it's on the 2002 endless harmony soundtrack.
Mario - Esky, Mi
rhonda was an Aussie girl Mike Love met in Sydney
Australia during a 60"s tour
John - Adelaide, Australia
Brilliant song and I don't hear any page turning in any of the 5 different copies I have of the song.
Star - Middle Of Nowhere, Ca
Re fading in and out at the end:
I had never noticed this until I bought "Endless Summer" in the 1970s. It is a 'best-of' album and the ending surprised and delighted me.
Reg - Kemptville, On
One of the BB's best.
Henry - Kingston, Ny
After the 2nd chorus, you can clearly hear someone turning a page.
Andy - Arlington, Va
I can only assume that this is about a girl named Rhonda, and not the Rhondda Valleys in South Wales? :-)
Dave - Cardiff, Wales
I think it's 'give you lotsa reasons why'. That's what I hear.
John - Millersville, Md
Of course there is the 45 version and later the album version,same song but different. The album version is the one you'll always hear on the radio but the 45 is pretty neat with the fading in and out at the end.
David in the Midwest
David - Wichita, Ks
Everytime I here this song I'm reminded of comedian, Gary Muledeer's misheard lyrics...
"Well since you've been around theres been owls puking in my bed!"
Puts a smile on my face, silly mood and all!!!
Joyce - Urbandale, Ia
I think the lyric "and I could give you lotsa reasons why", shown here is actually "and I could give a list of reasons why". That's what I hear, and I think it sounds better, too.
Henry - Kingston, Ny
A #1 for the Beach Boys in 1965. I remember winning the 45 single at a carnival that year. I rediscovered it when I purchased a live Beach Boys album in 1974. What a great song!
Robert - Trumbull, Ct
Al Jardine, the Beach Boys´ rhytm guitarist, sang lead vocal on this.
Mr. Chimp - Brno, Czech Republic
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To receive your free items, just click on the "Ask/Share" below each revealed item. Then, you can either wait for a friend to send one over, or you can peruse the News Feed yourself for one. Collect all 12 gifts over the next 12 days and you will receive this Blue Mane Gypsy Horse. Sure, blue horses are cool and all, but slapping a big ol' horn on that thing's head would make for the whole package. Come one, we all know unicorn trumps horse ... every single time.
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At Splash Direct, traditional never means ordinary. The Large Traditional Handset offers precise showering steeped in luxury and beauty.
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The Large Traditional Handset is the perfect addition to the traditional bathroom, as it boasts classic features, soft contours and gentle curves. It is a feminine design that lends a personal touch to your shower experience. The Large Traditional Handset will also lend class, style and quality to your contemporary bathroom. With its beautifully smooth ceramic handle, the Large Traditional Handset will contrast your modern bathroom, for a striking combination that gives you the best of both styles in one superb design.
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The large, round head on the Traditional Handset is designed to indulge your every need, and the water flow is thus perfect. With such showering precision, it's easy to understand the popularity of the Large Traditional Handset. Available in a stunnin chrome, this design will complement your existing bathroom style, adding a touch of chic where it's needed most.
Splash Direct is proud to stock the Large Traditional Handset, and recommend it as a must-have for the traditional bathroom, or the modern bathroom that requires a classic style contrast.


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text: ELIZABETHTOWN - The Elizabethtown Social Center will be sponsoring the Charles Pratt Memorial Road Race to be held Saturday May 9. The course consists of a 4.4 mile run, beginning in Lewis and ending in front of the Social Center in Elizabethtown. Registration is at the center from 8:30-9:45 a.m. with the race starting at 10 a.m. The registration fee is $20 for adults, $10 for children under the age of 12 and $50 for family. There will be transportation to the start line. Participants and their family members are offered a buffet lunch following the race. Interested individuals can contact Lisa Whalen at 873-6408 for an application or additional information.


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May 23, 2006
FDA advisory committee recommends Gardasil approval
The FDA's Vaccines and Related Biological Products Advisory Committee has unanimously recommended the approval of Merck's experimental cervical cancer vaccine Gardasil. The panel voted 13-0 that Gardasil was safe and effective in female patients as young as 13 years old. The recommendation, although non-binding, is considered a positive for Merck, as the FDA usually follows the advice of its advisory committees. The agency will make its final decision on Gardasil June 8. If approved, Gardasil could reach the market as early as this summer. Analysts have predicted sales of Gardasil could reach the $1.5 billion mark—a figure that could help a beleaguered Merck offset some of the losses it incurred following the withdrawal of its $2.5 billion painkiller Vioxx.


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Find out everything you need to know about taking part at IMEX. If the answer you're looking for isn't here—please contact us.
How does exhibiting at IMEX work?
What's included in the exhibit package?
As well as your space-only or hard-wall booth we offer:
- Our online appointment system including unlimited schedules and access to our buyers via our messaging service
- A web page in our online exhibitor directory
- Inclusion in our Show Planner
- Opportunities to be included in our Show Preview and Daily Paper
- Free booth partner and staff registration
- An exhibitor marketing toolkit and training webinars
- The personal year-round support of our sales team
How do I apply to take a booth at IMEX America?
Send us an email or give us a call. We're here to help you choose the best option.
When is the exhibit booking deadline?
There is no hard deadline, however we recommend booking well in advance to allow time to benefit from the full exhibit package, and to be sure of a space.
How do we get appointments with buyers?
Your web page in our online exhibitor directory is key. This is where our buyers will find you. You can contact them too via our online appointment system, sending out one marketing message a week for four weeks before the show to the buyers that fit your target market.
Once a buyer has made an appointment with you, you can message them direct, and view their appointment profile for information on what they'd like to discuss and any RFPs they might have added. Join one of our webinars or give us a call for a walk through the system.
Can you help market my booth?
Yes, we're here to help you with marketing and PR support. From how to reach the press coming to the show, through how to make your buyer messages stand out, to how to get your story in the Daily Paper, we'll show you how.
What sponsorship opportunities are available at IMEX America?
Our sponsorship opportunities are designed to deliver the impact and return on investment you're looking for. Pick an opportunity off the shelf or challenge us to come up with something brand new and unique for you. 2018 opportunities coming soon.
Who are IMEX America's official suppliers?
View a complete list of our official suppliers, and alerts on who not to use here
How does the hosted buyer program work?
Who can be a hosted buyer?
You need to meet our qualifying criteria of regularly planning or commissioning large scale events around the world and outside your home state.
What am I committing to if I come as a hosted buyer?
We recommend you make eight appointments per day—and that you stay for complete days at the show (we'll arrange your travel to allow you to do this). But you're always in charge of your own schedule at IMEX.
How does the application process work?
Around 300 of our exhibitors invite their key clients to come to IMEX America as hosted buyers (we call these exhibitors intermediaries). So, if you receive an invitation from one of them, and you'd like to be a hosted buyer, complete the online application form.
Once the exhibitor that invited you has checked the form, we verify and approve it—and send you a welcome email with our website login. Applications usually take around 10 days to process and we may contact you to check some of the details.
If your application doesn't meet our qualifying criteria, we'll invite you to register as a buyer attendee.
Do I have to be invited by an exhibitor (intermediary)?
No, you're welcome to apply to us directly. Simply register your interest in being part of the program here
How is my application assessed?
If you're an agency or corporate buyer we'll ask you for information on:
- three events you've organized in the last 18 months
- two events you've organized in the last 18 months, and one event you'll be organizing in the next 12 months
If you're an association buyer we'll ask you for information on:
- three events you've organized in the last three years
- two events you've organized in the last three years, and one event you'll be organizing in the next three years
If you're based in the US, two of these events must be outside the US. If you're based elsewhere, one of these must be in the US and the other two outside your home country.
As a hosted buyer, how long do I have to be at the show for?
While you're in Vegas as our VIP guest, we ask you to be at the show during opening hours.
As an agency buyer, can I invite clients to IMEX?
Yes you can. Contact Jack Pausey so we can issue an invitation.
How does the appointment system work?
What is an appointment?
A 30-minute meeting with an exhibitor booked by you, the buyer.
We also make appointments for groups of buyers to attend exhibitor presentations—and some exhibitors offer presentations at certain times that you can book in to. See these as your opportunity to explore new ideas and destinations.
70,000 appointments were made at IMEX America 2017, they are the core of our show.
How many appointments do I commit to as a hosted buyer?
We recommend you make eight appointments per day.
How are appointments made and who can make them?
All buyers can make appointments, hosted or not.
Around four weeks before the show—and once you've received your welcome email—you'll be able to log in, search our exhibitor directory and make appointments directly. Join one of our recorded webinars for a walk through the system before you start.
How do I send an appointment request?
Log in, search our exhibitor directory and hit the make appointment button which sends your request directly to the exhibitor.
What happens once an appointment is accepted?
You'll be able to connect with the exhibitor, and complete an appointment profile with the option to add an RFP. This means the exhibitor can prepare for your meeting ahead of the show.
Will I get a lot of emails/marketing messages from exhibitors?
No, our exhibitors can only contact you via our online appointment system—and are limited in the number of messages they can send you. All messages will go into your inbox on this website (not your email inbox).
What are intermediaries at IMEX?
What do intermediaries do?
As an intermediary, you'll invite your clients to the show, check their hosted buyer applications before we do and look after them while they're here.
You'll make sure your group know their itinerary and their commitment to stay at the show during opening hours. You'll nominate a group leader to look after them and be our key contact for your group. We'll cover their flights and accommodations too.
You'll work with a dedicated IMEX team member to help you do all this.
Why be an intermediary?
IMEX is where key connections and partnerships are made. Inviting your clients to the show and looking after them while they're here is a unique experience that brings long-term rewards and relationships.
Who can be an intermediary?
All exhibitors with booths at IMEX America are welcome to become intermediaries.
How to apply to be an intermediary?
Contact Nikki Williams.
What are the key dates for intermediaries?
- log in to our website and access invites and marketing material
June to September
- invite your buyers and check their applications
- select the exhibitors you'd like your group to have appointments with
- check the group appointments we've made
- check your buyers have completed the refund application if they've booked their own travel
- check your buyers' appointment making progress on this website
- show time!
At the show
Can I register on the day?
Yes, you can—and it's still free of charge. You will save time though, if you register in advance—and you'll be able to take advantage of our online appointment system too.
Where do I get my badge from?
Pick up your badge at registration when you get to the show. We mail badges to buyers ahead of the show but don't worry if you don't receive one—it's quick and easy to do when you arrive.


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Female software engineers pioneer app that makes running errands more efficient
The software engineering industry is predominantly composed of male developers, but Nicole Klein and Melissa Hargis used their coding expertise and entrepreneurial skills to create an app called Chorbit that is changing how the world plans their day. Chorbit is a free new app that makes running errands quicker and easier by providing the best route and is one of many apps set to be released by Klein and Hargis' mobile app company, Shortkey. Chorbit can be downloaded in the iOS App Store, and the company is adding more beneficial features to the Chorbit app at midnight on Friday, Feb. 12. The new features include:
- - Traffic updates in which users can refresh, reoptimize and reorder their route at any time to factor in current traffic conditions
- - Ability to enter up to five destinations
- - Walking, cycling and transit directions
- - Themed routes with a browsable section of local themed trips and information regarding what to do or buy in the area
- - Ability to pull addresses from contacts
- - Autocomplete
- - Ability to enter addresses in addition to location title and general search term
App users and esteemed software engineering professionals alike are impressed and pleased with the Chorbit app, and the new features being added will enhance the product even more. Liliana Aide Monge, the CEO of an educational software engineering program based in Southern California called Sabio, shares, "We at Sabio are exceptionally impressed with the technical prowess exhibited by the Shortkey team. Their first app, Chorbit, is simple and elegant, but drives a significant tech punch, the perfect balance of form and function!"
Users of the app say, "I've been using Chorbit for the last two months and absolutely love it! This app helps me expedite the amount of time I spend looking for the closest stores/places. I typed in coffee, Bed Bath & Beyond and tacos. It then directed me to the three closest places to get the tasks accomplished. I recommend this app instead of using Yelp because of its accuracy and usability."
For more information regarding the Chorbit app or the mobile app company Shortkey, please visit www.shortkey.io. You can also stay up-to-date on what's new with Chorbit on social media at www.facebook.com/chorbitapp and twitter.com/chorbitapp.


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A. A RAID 5 set consists of data spread across three physical disks, of which one can fail without causing any data loss. To use the DiskPart utility from the Windows 2000 Server Resource Kit or the Win2K Professional Resource kit to create a RAID 5 set, perform the following steps:
- Download and install the DiskPart utility from the Microsoft Web site.
- Go to Start, Run, then type
cmdto start a command-line session.
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diskpartto start a DiskPart session.
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create volume raid size=<size in MB> disk=<disk numbers>where <size in MB> is the amount of space you want to use from each disk (in megabytes) and <disk numbers> are the numbers of the disks that you want to use in the RAID 5 configuration. For example,
create volume raid size=6000 disk=1,2,3creates a RAID 5 set that's 12GB (i.e., 6000MB x 2) across three disks (one-third of the space is used for fault tolerance).
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Ideas for Ideal Kitchen Equipment
If a restaurant is going to experience success, the ideal kitchen equipment is going to be needed. This will need to include quality items to last for years to come. The ideal kitchen equipment will be an investment that can really pay off in the long run. Quality cooking products that you can order from restaurant supply companies will make quality meals. The following will be included in the ideal kitchen equipment:
* exceptional designs
* optimal performance
* easy to fit
* low maintenance cost
* low operating cost
* standard measurements
Every restaurant can filled with superior supplies. Quality must be included in the ideal kitchen equipment. When you choose the best equipment, you will be able to serve the best meals.
How to Purchase Superior Equipment
Purchasing your kitchen equipment for your restaurant does not need to be a complicated dilemma or process. You may want to set your budget prior beginning the purchasing process. Quality equipment may be costly. A good budget will include quality equipment without breaking the bank. You have the option of choosing to conduct your business with a seller who will provide you with individualized assistance. Experienced professionals will have the skills to offer sound and clear guidance during the entire purchasing process. You will have the option to purchase the needed equipment without skimping on quality. Determine your budget and keep in mind, you have numerous choices and various factors to be considered. You may want to consider your base budget. Determine the approximate figure that you will have the ability to spend. Keep this number at a realistic amount. Include the following ideas into the entire buying process:
* determine how much food you will be producing; the purchase decision of your equipment will be dependent upon your menu items
* be sure to verify the utilities; what are the full range of utilities available? You will want to determine if any rewiring is going to be needed
* consider the equipment move; determine how the new equipment will be moved into the restaurant. It is a good idea to think of the entry points. Will the entry points be wide enough to accommodate the measurements?
* look into any possible health and safety laws that may pertain to the restaurant equipment; it will be wise to obtain the guidelines and knowledge prior to the actual purchase in order to uphold any required regulations
* make sure there will be enough space for all of the needed equipment; dimensions and measurements will be needed prior to the purchase of any kitchen equipment
These are a sample of the kitchen equipment buying tips to get you started in the buying of quality equipment for your restaurant. This is a sample of the items to consider ahead of time.


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A new day in Taipei. We woke up early to have breakfast and got ready for all the touristy things that we were gonna do that day.
Breakfast was bad btw. lol but hey free food!
Then we all walked to the bus!
Took some shots of the the area while waiting for everyone to gather.
Some bikes. Hmm… not very interesting but anywaysss….
… after like an hour journey.. we arrived! MORE TOMORROW.


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24 RV Parks near Fetters Hot Springs-Agua Caliente, California
Boyes Hot Springs, California 0.59 miles SE
El Verano, California 1.66 miles S
Eldridge, California 2.3 miles NW
Sonoma, California 2.57 miles SE
Temelec, California 3.79 miles S
We did however find 24 campgrounds within 25 miles of Fetters Hot Springs-Agua Caliente. You can also find a list of cities with campgrounds or RV Parks near Fetters Hot Springs-Agua Caliente in the left hand column.
2105 S McDowell Boulevard Ext Petaluma, California 94954 (map) | Click To View Phone
Sites: 18 | Recent Rate: $$$$ | 10 Reviews
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Jun 2018 - $25.00
This is a great value if you are an Elks member. Other parks in the area charge outlandish prices. It is a parking lot setup but very well done with full hookups. Manager is very helpful. Sites 1-8 have a grassy area behind the rig and are easier to get into. Backing into sites 9 through 14 are a bit difficult but doable. Sites 15 and up are easier. Great location for seeing all that the area has to offer. Make sure to see downtown Petaluma and drive our D street to visit the Marin Cheese company out in the country. Plenty of parking for your tow vehicle in the parking lot. - Reddingscott
Nov 2016 - $25.00
An Elks only park that has great website reservation system. Park is big rig friendly with full hookups on a paved parking lot. Will definitely return as area is quiet, convenient, clean and friendly, helpful host even though in an industrial area. - RJourney
Sep 2016 - $25.00
This was an "any port in a storm" situation for us. It was a holiday weekend, Labor Day, so many of the parks are full and this was our only option. Because it was a holiday weekend, the lodge was not open. The lodge has minimal hours even when it is open.
The sites are far from level, we had to use all of our shoring boards and still only got it "sort of" level. Barely level enough to put out the slides. Our slides and canopy were almost touching our neighbors.' There was plenty of shady parking for the Jeep and the lodge is situated close to amenities such as grocery stores and gas stations. We'd stay here again if we were desperate but not otherwise. - Linda dlm
175 Fairgrounds Dr Petaluma, California 94952 (map) | Click To View Phone
Sites: 12 | Recent Rate: $$$$ | 2 Reviews
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May 2011 - $25.00
This was a small dirt lot in the middle of a very pretty fairgrounds. It looked like you would use this yard for auto salvage. It was ugly, fencing around the lot was ugly, and we felt like we were staying in a prison yard. It was so ugly: torn up grass, chopped up asphalt, weeds, no definition to the site spaces, ugly fencing, we left the next day. Wish we could show you the photo. No effort has been made to make this RV spot desirable for anybody. The opening to the lot was narrow, we barely made it through with our 40 foot motorhome. The lot was difficult to find in the fairgrounds itself. We would NOT stay here again. Move onto the next fairgrounds in Santa Rosa, just up the road, which has a very similar name, much better place to stay! - sparky59
Jun 2010 - $25.00
Average facility as fairgrounds go. RV area is off to the side of the fairgrounds. There is gated access at night. Stock car races Sat night but ends around 10 - not a real issue. There is some traffic noise. There is an attendant in the area nights. Parking lot is mostly rock / gravel. They take credit card payments. We were the only RV in the park area. Would stay here again. - Workamper04
7450 Cristobal Way Rohnert Park, California 94928 (map) | Click To View Phone
Sites: 150 | Recent Rate: $$$$ | 40 Reviews
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Aug 2016 - $80.00
Park Staff is great and friendly. The sites are big and clean. We enjoyed are stay. Will come back again. - Outdoor explore
May 2015 - $43.00
The campground is fairly clean and maintained. There are few trees in the park. The roads are paved and sites are gravel. Maneuvering within the park is quite tight. There are many long term RV's in the front half of the park that are generally in good condition, but some are not. And then there's the back half; permanent dilapidated RV's that look like "Felony Acres". There are stray cats everywhere. The spaces are small. We were in a double space and our 38' Class A w/ two slides filled it. Some of the utilities can have a long run due to placement in the site. The campsite has 30/50 electric and a picnic table, but no shade. It is fairly level but narrow. Water has good quality and about 60 psi. Basic cable is free. Tengo internet is free, but rarely works; T-Mobile hotspot worked fine. The laundry has basic machines that need updating. Did not use; went to a laundromat adjacent to the park. Did not use or check the showers and restrooms. No pool. The staff are some nice ladies, but a bit perplexed about accommodating our 38' Class A. There were no social activities. The park is located in the city, so everything is close. It is remarkably quiet given that it is in a city. A pleasant enough park for a place to stay, but the sardine factor is too high for our preference. And at $43/night it's quite overpriced for what they offer. We'll try somewhere else next time. - Wiyndog
Jan 2014 - $24.00
This park is right in the middle of Rohnerville. Convenient if you have business here or want a place close to the new casino. Lot of full timers here with all types of RVs: new and old (but mostly new from what I could see), a lot of this park goes back where I could not see. I imagine a lot of people who are living here have jobs in the area. The sites are crammed together with narrow roads. I would not want to try getting in with a very large rig. The route to my RV spot was confusing as the map directed me in, but I was facing the wrong way for utility hook-up. I had to go back out of the park and come in facing the other direction. Once I was in the spot correctly, the utilities were easy to access, but the spot was not quite level. I thought it would be a nicer place to stay than the fairgrounds in Santa Rosa where I had just come from (as that place has nothing but large gravel over the whole park' not good for dog walking.) But next time, I will just stay in Santa Rosa: will not come back to this park. It should be fine if you need to stay in Rohnert Park for any reason, but I would not recommend it for a stop off point in your travels. - nanzhere
20 Rainsville Road Petaluma, California 94952 (map) | Click To View Phone
Sites: 307 | Recent Rate: $$$$ | 202 Reviews
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Aug 2018 - $100.00
Nice KOA in a great location in the Sonoma/Napa area. The park is large, very clean and definitely family friendly. We stayed in a premium site which gave us plenty of room for our 36 ft 5th wheel and truck. We had a large concrete patio, patio table with chairs and umbrella and another seating area. Our site was beautifully landscaped as well. They have a nice pool, petting zoo, rock climbing wall and other activities for kids. Free cable and WiFi; our satellite worked from our site. - DGrill
Jul 2018 - $119.00
Our costs seems high for a KOA, but it was for eight days for one of their new premium pull thru sites that included paved patio, a large amount of furniture and daily pump out of our tanks eliminating the need for a sewer hose. These sites are some of the best we've seen for entertaining family or friends. Having said that there are, IMHO, a couple of negatives. The showers closest to the premium sites are the smallest (think telephone booth) that we've seen. They force you to undress within the restroom or inside the shower stall. However the showers located behind the office are typical KOA; a shower stall and a dressing area behind a door. Second, there is a six person headcount limit for each site regardless of age. We were told if we had above six visitors, we would have to rent a tent site even if they weren't camping. For the daily rate we paid the headcount limit should have been waived. As other reviewers have said this is a family friendly KOA with all the amenities geared toward keeping kids occupied and happy. The resort is convenient to Hwy 101 and a short drive to San Francisco and the wine country. The staff were helpful and friendly. WiFi was OK, cable was offered, but we used our satellite system. Laundry was adequate. We would camp here again, but would look at other parks for similar amenities for large adult entertaining. - TxDiver
May 2018 - $78.00
They put us in spot 111. Must be for overnighters. Half the park was empty and they squeeze us into the smallest spot possible? Really! Not impressed. Goats at the petting zoo were the only perk here. We won't be back at $78 a night. - AdrianaW
2840 Soscol Ave Napa, California 94558 (map) | Click To View Phone
Sites: 12 | Recent Rate: $$$$ | 7 Reviews
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Jan 2018 - $25.00
This is a 12 space park behind the Elk's Lodge. It has full hook ups and is in a great location. The lodge is open for lunch Monday thru Friday and they have steak bbq's on Fridays. The bar is affordable and pours a very good drink. - Mike 9843
Jun 2017 - $30.00
This is a very nice, 12 sites park behind the lodge. Downtown is 1 mile away. It is a great place to be when exploring Napa Valley. Very clean and quiet. Level parking, did not use jacks. Our site had 50 amp, some may only have 30 amp. I was under the impression that they redid them and they all are now 50 amps. If that is important, make sure to check as I'm not sure.
They did raise the price: it is $30 a night now. All are full hookups which is unusual for Elk's Lodges. Nicely landscaped sites. Some people are saying they are close together, I would say they are about normal compared to what I have stayed in. About half can take 40 - 42 foot RV, but it is a tight fit to get into them. No reservations but a great place to stay while touring Napa area. - Gilbert & Gail
May 2017 - $25.00
NOTE: This is a campground for members of a Benevolent and Protective Order of the Elk lodge only. Nice little campground on the grounds of the Elks Lodge. Most sites 30 amp service, a couple are 50 amp. All sites have water and sewer. All sites are back-in. Tight driving around the perimeter, but the biggest rigs can make it. While we were there, there was a 45' RV but he could only fit in site #6 - and he was a professional driver! Restrooms are available in the lodge, during their open hours only. Sites are clean. There is a big grassy area to walk your dogs without leaving the park. "Doggie doo" bags are available at two places in the park, with a trash bin to put the filled bags. Overflow parking is available. Entire campground is behind a security gate, even the overflow parking, which is nice, the the campground is in the middle of the city of Napa. No reservations - first come, first served and you check in with the bartender. If you arrive after the place is closed, you can dry-camp in their parking lot. It's very big. - bistchr
606 CA-12 Napa, California 94559 (map) | Click To View Phone
Sites: 28 | Recent Rate: $$$$ | 99 Reviews
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Jun 2018 - $60.00
You are within walking distance to Napa. Level concrete pad approximately 65 feet long pull through. Good Wi-Fi most of the time but does get busy. Electric voltage is constant. - Mskulrak
Jun 2018 - $54.00
Park appeared to be best choice in Napa. Paved roads and concrete level sites. Smaller property so call in advanced. Water pressure low. My RV pump was better. - Safrog
Nov 2017 - $50.00
Pulled in here way after hours. Next day I tried to extend my stay, but they could not accommodate me. VERY nice camp host and reservations staff helped me find another campground in the area. Campground is nice with huge sites (just not too many of them), grass, and it was pretty quiet. Concrete site was 70+ feet long and pretty level. GREAT place to stay when in the area. - Old Traveler-66
5585 Newanga Ave Santa Rosa, California 95409 (map) | Click To View Phone
Sites: 30 | Recent Rate: $$$$ | 3 Reviews
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Mar 2018 - $32.00
This is a beautiful campground full of oaks dripping with Spanish Moss. The terrain undulates, so some of the spots are high and some low and widely spaced. The road and sites are all paved. Our site was plenty large enough for our trailer and truck. Some of the sites looked pretty short. I don't think anything too large would fit in here. We did have to level a bit side to side. Bathrooms are very tired and old, but clean. It was a good location for exploring the area. The coast is within an hour and Armstrong Woods is a great place to see redwoods. Good ATT cell service. - ALbums
Jun 2017 - $35.00
This is a beautiful wooded campground for dry camping. There were beautiful trails for walking and hiking and exploring. The lake is very nice for kayaking and fishing (bass). It's serene! We saw several deer. However, this is not the place for big RVs. Ours is a 37' class A (just under 13' high) We reserved the only pull-through site (site # 5) and we did fit just fine but it was stressful at first. The height of the tree's is not conducive to bigger rigs. It took patient navigating. We had to unhitch and re-hitch outside the park. But the site size/length was fine. We had a great stay (one night as a stopover) it was quiet, and truly beautiful. We'd stay again if we needed a stopover but only in this site. The ranger on duty was so kind, she offered to refund us and suggested we go on to the Fairgrounds nearby. - Nan Griff
Aug 2015 - $35.00
Dry Camping only. Some bad, some good equals average. Good: well-spaced sites, a few pull throughs paved. Restrooms and showers kind of gross, costs a buck and a half. Good set up for families and kids. Quiet. Tranquil setting with lake and flat, two mile hike around. In town, for easy access but feels like in country. If you can tolerate dry camping and use on board facilities this is a good bet. - 1947red
2201 Imola Ave Napa, California 94559 (map) | Click To View Phone
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Jun 2018 - $33.00
This is by far the best deal in Napa. For $33 per day, you can stay in an area that would otherwise cost $200-400 per night for a hotel. The location is wonderful, just minutes from downtown. The park is really nice too, with walking trails and other amenities. They could use a bit more organization in the office, preferably some sort of email confirmation. They had trouble finding my reservation but ultimately worked it out. It's also across the street from a beautiful vineyard. I would definitely stay here again. - Anthony D
Apr 2018 - $30.00
This multi-use park has spaces for tent and RV camping. It is located on the south side of Napa, CA. There are pull-through as well as back-in spaces. There are a few full hook-up sites, others are water and electric only. We had a pull-through with water and 50 amp electric. The driveways and site pads are gravel/dirt. There is free WiFi but it was of marginal value. Bathrooms were kept clean. There's plenty of open space in the park as well as trails for hiking, biking and horses. Altogether, nothing special here but an OK place to park if you want to visit the Napa Valley. We paid $30 per night with Good Sam discount. - Coopsecondact
Dec 2017 - $33.00
Perfect spot to visit all that Napa has to offer. Small park surrounded by Napa hills, few blocks from downtown. Full hookups. We had a back in that backed to another trailer. Try to avoid if possible. Gravel spot with green space nearby. We travel almost full time and surprised by negative reviews. Was much better than reflected by negative on this site. Verizon 3G worked well. WiFi passable. Would definitely return. - smitty12
1350 Bennett Valley Rd Santa Rosa, California 95404 (map) | Click To View Phone
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Apr 2018 - $36.00
It's a minimal RV park. Most of the people are in FEMA trailers from the earlier fires. It doesn't have the friendly feel of most RV parks, instead a bunch of people down on their luck. The massive speed bumps and the bump at the entry are really annoying. For California it's a lower price and it's close to the downtown area. Don't expect much and you'll be OK. - MAnthony
Apr 2018 - $36.00
Everything has changed here since the fires last fall. The camp sites have all been divided in half so as to double the occupancy. FEMA has brought in dozens and dozens of trailers to house people displaced by the fires. The camp seems to be tidy and well run in spite of this. And it was extremely quiet at night. Because it is so crowded and the sites are so small it is very difficult to situate an RV. It took at least a half hour of backing maneuvers to get our 23 foot trailer in place. There aren't a lot of options around here but I would certainly look elsewhere next time. However, if you need to camp in Santa Rosa at least this is an available option. - Bernalillo_Girl
Apr 2018 - $41.00
Saw some iffy reviews but decided to drive 4 hrs and stay here for 3 nights. Called ahead several weeks ago and spoke with a staff member who was very accommodating. Drove in today and he offered a better spot. He also offered to let us renew our Good Sam to save a few bucks....so we set up and went back to the office and finished up our paperwork. These folks do a great job and you have to remember they have been hammered with the fire survivors and have kept a friendly customer attitude. We have full hookups, 50 amp, water pressure 40-45 lbs. Kingdome satellite got dialed in finally. We are in the back row by the fence....$41 per nite after Good Sam. - road glide
1530 Armstrong Ave Novato, California 94945 (map) | Click To View Phone
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Dec 2016 - $95.00
At $95.00 a night this park just became totally unattractive. After staying here over the past 10 years a night or two while going south for the winter and paying reasonable rates these new rates are unacceptable. No pool, no hot tub, working in the winter, uneven sites on gravel, no pull through sites, noisy from the freeway next door, unreasonable rates and now a management with a lousy attitude, next year I'll find somewhere else to stay. No more than $45.00 a night is what a space is worth here. - pediajo
Sep 2016 - $75.00
This is a difficult park to get into, everything is tight and my spousal unit was very good at backing the 30 foot fiver in the space. Luckily, we even had room for our extra car but everything is very tight. If I was new to RVing, I would not take a rig here. We visited our relatives in Richmond, 10 miles away. Before we had stayed in Vacaville which is 40 miles away, but much cheaper. I like this one better; the staff is very friendly and everything is clean. We would return. - saturn7
Aug 2016 - $80.00
Great Staff , clean and very welcoming. Everyone is friendly and willing to help you out. - Outdoor explore


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WATCH: Eunji gets fired up in latest trailer for Cheer Up!
Now we're finally getting into the plot a bit with the third teaser for upcoming KBS series Cheer Up! Eunji leads her ragtag cheerleading squad and faces off against schoolmates and administrators alike in this fiery teaser. Check it out:
Aww, feisty Eunji is my favorite Eunji! Every single new poster and trailer is making me more and more excited for this series. Do you agree?
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|Gimme Shelter
|Main character(s):
|Iris Wildthyme
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|Little Flympton, November 1994
|Key crew
|Eddie Robson
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|Iris: Fifteen
|Iris Wildthyme
|The Ninnies on Putney Common
|Time to Exist
Gimme Shelter was the second story in the anthology Iris: Fifteen. It was written by Eddie Robson.
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- Iris is five hundred and three years old.
- Iris gets offered a Bacardi Breezer.
- The Starling's Beak is a pub in Little Flympton.
- A Zaksyn Parasite tried to rewrite Iris' DNA, she regenerated thanks to Panda's help, but the regeneration nearly failed.
- Iris' driver's licence comes from 2006.
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Beginner's Guide to the Clash Royale Chest Cycle
If you're new to playing Clash Royale, you may be scratching your head over the chest cycle. Chests are, after all, an important part of the game, because of all the great and useful rewards you get, so it's frustrating when confusion abounds. However, when you break it down, the Clash Royale chest cycle becomes a lot less overwhelming. And once you understand the patterns of the chest cycle, you can begin to use it to your advantage the way elite players do.
What is the Clash Royale chest cycle?
The Clash Royale chest cycle refers to the chests players can open in Clash Royale which generally become available at cyclical intervals, though some chests you must either win through skill in battle or purchase through the app.
The different chests and their breakdowns are as follows:
- The Free Chest: All players are entitled to the Free Chest. When you claim it, a 4hr countdown timer begins and must reach zero before you get your next Free Chest.
- Crown Chest: To receive a Crown Chest, you must win 10 crowns; additionally, you can only have one every 24hrs, which is a very long cycle, so claim it as soon as you can to reap its rewards.
- Silver Chest: The Silver Chest is received through your valor in battle; the countdown timer for the Silver Chest is 3hrs. This is a super useful chest for new players; while lower in tier, it drops cards, gems and gold, and the short 3hr cycle is very advantageous.
- Gold Chest: The Gold Chest offers better items than the silver one, and it is collected via battle winning. Its cycle is 8hrs.
- Magical Chest: The Magical Chest is one of the highest tier chests you can win via your battle prowess. Unlike lower tier chests, the Magical Chest gives you a chance of winning an Epic Card. It's on a 12hr cycle.
- Giant Chest: The Giant Chest is a drop after you win a battle. If you're impatient to receive it, you can purchase it in the in-app store even if you're a newbie. You get a mix of Common and Rare cards with the Giant Chest.
- Super Magical Chest: This is a rare drop, rarer than all the rest, but it contains the best rewards and a chance of getting a Legendary Card.
The catch
Players are assigned a random order in the cycle: 0-25. Your assigned position makes it more likely to get a Gold or Silver card in your next drop, with Magical only having one guaranteed chance in the 0-25 order numbers. (You still have chances to win Magical and up though.) Because of this pattern, you are, on average, 4 times as likely to get Silver—but eventually you will always get a Gold or a Magical, which is worth noting.
Pro tip
In closing, it's really easy to take advantage of the Clash Royale Chest Cycle when you learn how it works. As a pro tip, always remember to take a chest as soon as it is offered; that way, the countdown timer for the next chest will begin again and you can get your next chest as quick as possible.


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Control is a bittersweet word.
I can either "have things under control" and feel like I've got my sh!t together, or I can "lose control" and the whole world can come crashing down. Control for some can mean a healthy balance and for others it can signify a daily battle of restriction.
For me, control* is twofold. When I am mentally in control, I am organised, healthy and enjoy a balanced lifestyle. When I lose control, I can find myself in a toxic cycle of binge eating, lack of motivation and poor self-esteem. This was the war I waged on myself only months ago.
*When I talk about control, I'm referring to my diet and lifestyle. I find that my health and wellbeing have a direct correlation with my happiness and motivation in everything I do.
Read on to find out how I've learnt to find a middle ground and get my health and wellbeing back on track.
My Downward Spiral
Scroll back a couple of months on my Instagram page and you may notice some major changes in the appearance of my body.**
Once upon a time (almost 10kgs ago) my diet consisted of multiple cups of coffee each day, excess amounts of dairy (mostly rich cheeses), high amounts of simple carbohydrates like bread, pasta and potato and masses of sugary, processed foods like chocolate, biscuits and cakes. I also had a weak spot for hot chips and potato chips and loved salt on everything I ate.
I would binge drink regularly on weekends, consuming up to 10 drinks in one night, sometimes multiple nights in a week. I would also regularly eat out and indulge in takeaway foods like pizza, burgers and Thai (up to three times per week). Worst of all I would stash bags of chips and blocks of chocolate in my bedroom and eat them in secret. This was perhaps the most dangerous habit as bingeing became a way to escape stress, cure boredom and often create happiness.
These clandestine eating habits started when I was a child. I remember sneaking back into the kitchen after dinner to devour a second ice cream or bag of chips and then desperately trying to dispose of all evidence before someone caught me. The guilt and secrecy has resurfaced many times since, but last year was my greatest downfall.
A party lifestyle, bingeing episodes and lack of exercise due to long periods of travelling and general loss of motivation caused my body to change from healthy and fit to constantly agitated, tired and bloated. I had lost a lot of self respect and found most of my comfort in indulgent food. I was caught in a toxic cycle of bingeing and guilt and I knew I that if I couldn't pull myself out of it, the damage would be irreversible.
How I Turned it All Around
My turning point, or 'light bulb moment' came to me at the hairdressers. I was sitting in the chair in front of a mirror and realised how much space I took up.
For a few months, I had been growing increasingly uncomfortable with my appearance in photos. Surely I didn't look that big in real life? It must be a bad angle. My clothes wouldn't do up any more; they must have shrunk in the wash.
I had also visited a doctor months earlier who had forced me to weigh myself and noticing the change in my weight, suggested that I considered seeing a psychologist to discuss my relationship with food.
It took me until this moment, just me and the mirror, to come to terms with and accept the fact that I was no longer at ease with my body and the way it looked. I knew I was not treating my body with the love and respect it deserved. I was responsible for this change in my appearance, albeit gradual, and I decided that I had to change something.
I had been exercising at F45 for months and after a long break from the gym from mid December to mid February, I decided I would return to enter the 8 Week Challenge.
At first I was terrified and didn't tell anyone that I was doing the challenge, but after returning from a holiday I took the first steps and went cold turkey on junk food. The salt and sugar cravings were intense for the first few days, but it got easier. I started to make small changes in my diet and eventually worked up the courage to confide in a trainer at my gym.
Martine (Insta @martine_westvik) was incredible at inspiring me and helping me achieve my goals. I was lucky to have her support throughout the challenge where I lost 6kgs in eight weeks. She took the time to sit down with me and discuss my lifestyle approach as well as collecting a weekly food diary from me, offering feedback and suggestions. At the gym she pushed me to my limits seven days a week, sometimes using a heart rate monitor to track my progress. She was there to support me the whole time and I honestly couldn't have found the strength and confidence to persevere without her.
Another inspiration has been Jessica Sepel (Insta @jshealth), a nutritionist whose own struggles with binge eating have taught me how to fight my battle with control. Her second book Living the Healthy Life (2017) has provided me with countless alternatives to my former trigger foods.
My mom made a huge batch of my bliss balls for the week from the second book😀😀😀😀😀😀😀That makes me so happy!!! I am blown away by all your book 2 recipe recreations!!! Week 1 of the JSHealth Program was just released for all those who signed up last week. But you can sign up anytime from now. It's absolutely phenomenal to be witnessing your transformations on the 8 week program. I am so proud of you! No more diets. This is a new way to achieve your best life and body!!!! www.jessicasepel.com
See pages 15-24 for the best tips on a better relationship with food.
Nowadays I exercise at F45 six days a week and take Sunday as a 'rest day' where I usually enjoy a long walk and sometimes a yoga class. Coffee is also something I enjoy as a treat 1-2 times a week, rather than a substance I rely on daily to function.
A typical day of eating now consists of:***
6:30 am Small handful of grapes/half green apple before F45
8:00 am 1 cup of peppermint tea, half cup of rolled oats with 1 tbsp white chia, almond milk, vanilla whey protein powder (optional, True Protein), cinnamon, 2 tbsp Greek yogurt, handful of mixed berries, pepitas
10:30 am 1 Cup of green tea, carrot and celery sticks with hummus
1:00 pm Salad loaded with veggies and protein (usually organic tofu, eggs or a veggie burger)
OR 2 egg omelette with smoked salmon, goats cheese, chives and salad
3:00 pm 1 Cup of green tea, carrot and celery sticks with hummus, sometimes add some wholegrain or brown rice crackers and a bit of cheese
OR Home made bliss ball (see @jshealth)
6:00 pm Dinner usually consists of protein (chicken, fish or beef), vegetables/salad and carbohydrate (such as brown rice or sweet potatoes)
8:00 pm 1 cup of peppermint tea, 1-2 squares of Lindt 78% dark chocolate
I also drink approximately 2 litres of water each day not including tea.
Finding Balance and Staying Consistent
The phrase 'self-love' gets thrown around a lot these days.
Do we really know what it means though? My interpretation is that we must find the things that make us feel good and practice them each day, we must set goals and strive towards them in order to feel fulfilled and finally, we should take time for ourselves to check in and re-evaluate the path we are pursuing.
I am in a place now where I can enjoy indulgences regularly and without the guilt. This keeps me from falling back into the binge cycle. I have also learnt that exercising daily makes me feel amazing no matter what! I am yet to skip a workout because I always look forward to the feeling of accomplishment and the endorphin high I experience every day. I also have major career goals that I work towards daily!
Even when I'm tired I have a reason to jump out of bed and tackle every day with all my might.
Yes I drink alcohol (in moderation) – I love a glass of red wine on the couch on a Friday night. Yes I eat chocolate every day because I enjoy it! And no I haven't gone back to my old habits in almost four months. I might have a less healthy meal (yes even McDonalds) every once in a while but the guilt is gone. I know that I will be back to my good habits tomorrow.
Its not about the number on the scales (even though I had to start there to track my progress); health and fitness has become a lifestyle and 'self-love' is something I am conscious of with every action.
I'm not perfect but I have finally found my happy place with food and I know it is sustainable. This motivation has filtered into all aspects of my life!
Define Health for Yourself
Last but not least I want to stress that every body is beautiful, no matter what shape or size. The most important thing is that you are happy within yourself and you are aware of how you are treating your body, healthy or not.
In this instance, I was unhappy in my body and I knew that my habits were detrimental to my health. This is what inspired me to make such big changes. I now feel more confident, motivated and energetic than ever. Every body is unique and we must each learn what works for us. It is important to find a natural balance between exercise, diet, sleep, study and work. This is something I know I can maintain for life.
**I have chosen not to feature 'before and after' photos of my body in this post as I do not want to categorise or label a certain body type as 'healthy' or 'unhealthy'. The photos chosen represent me at my happiest and what I perceive to be the healthiest version of myself. Again, I want to emphasise that beauty and health are feelings, not just physical appearance and every body is unique and beautiful in its own way.
***Disclaimer: I am by no means a nutritionist or dietitian. My diet is based on months of experimenting with different foods, portion sizes and levels of exercise. The only way to know what works best for you is to try it for yourself and follow regular nutritional guidelines.
If you or someone you know is struggling with an Eating Disorder please reach out to The Butterfly Foundation: https://thebutterflyfoundation.org.au/


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EVOLUTION REVOLUTION Part 4
|"Uncanny X-Men" #514 on sale now
SPOILER WARNING: The following contains spoilers for "Uncanny X-Men" #514.
With ranks that include only about 200 members worldwide, the Mutants of the Marvel Universe are in danger of becoming extinct. In the current "Utopia" Crossover between "Dark Avengers" and "Uncanny Men," the X-Men combat corruption, subjugation, and oppression under the Dark Reign of Norman Osborn, who, to those ends, is fielding his own team of Dark X-Men. So far, Osborn's effort has been a success.
Norman shouldn't count the Mutant community out just yet, though, because they're lead by one of the most formidable thinkers in the world, Scott Summers — Cyclops. And he has a plan.
In today's installment of EVOLUTION REVOLUTION, "Utopia" writer Matt Fraction gets us ready for the story's final act by offering insight and commentary on all the action and intrigue of "Uncanny" #514. If you're just joining us, catch up on things with parts one, two, and three of this exclusive feature.
CBR: Cyclops briefs four different characters on the current situation and the parts they're to play in what comes next. Why did you choose these four particular characters?
MATT FRACTION: This was really a payoff of a year of rebuilding the X-Women. These four women are all key components to Scott's master plan, and it was a nice change to put these four together instead of Wolverine, Colossus, Nightcrawler, and Beast. So it was a chance to do something different and not quite as status quo.
Later in this issue, Cyclops tells some X-Men that the Dark X-Men can be defeated because they don't work together as a team. But here we see characters like Cloak and Dagger working in tandem.
Yes, but there's something different between working in tandem and working together as a team. Ultimately, you're dealing with a bunch of show boaters and lunatics. It's the same thing with the Dark Avengers; they're guys and girls who are ego driven. The most basic concept of teamwork is to understand and trust one another and the Dark Avengers and Dark X-Men would clearly tear each other apart the minute they had the opportunity.
What can you tell us about the current dynamic between Cloak and Dagger and their feelings on being part of the Dark X-Men? From this scene here it looks like one is being a dreamer and one is being a realist?
They don't want to belong to any team that would have them as members and they're not stupid. They see the way things are run, hear the things that are said and recognize that they've made a deal with the devil. Ultimately this storyline is about Faustian pacts. This is Cloak and Dagger realizing how twisted the pact they made is.
Here we see Mimic working hard to actually try and reason with one of the human Sentinels. Does Mimic want to be a hero?
I really like Mimic believing that being on the Dark X-Men is a "last shot"-type scenario. And he really earnestly wants to believe he's on the side of the angels now. He's going to get the action figure and the trading card and everything else. This is Mimic's last shot at greatness, fame, and fortune. He's over the hill and heading downwards and this is his one last shot to make it work.
It seems like Mimic's hopes and dreams bounce up against the delusions of his teammate Omega.
Yes, Omega is bonkers! His powers make him a type of cannibal in weird way, and he's out of his mind. He thinks he's dead and that he's in Hell. Look at the people he's killed and the things he's done. His psyche could not handle it and he's clearly damaged. He's one of the people Osborn wanted for this team, so perhaps he's The Sentry of the Dark X-Men.
It's been hinted that Osborn and Dark Beast may have done some off-panel experiments on Omega. Is it possible that his delusions are the results of said experiments?
Clearly, these amplified powers he's been displaying have pushed him over the edge into manic instability.
We learn that part of Cyclops's master plan called for Dani Moonstar to travel to Las Vegas and meet someone for a deal. Anything you can say about who Dani is meeting?
The character Dani is meeting is someone who has appeared in the Marvel Universe before.
What's the significance of the plaque on the entryway, "Lasciate Ogni Speranza Voi Ch'Entrate?"
Google is you friend.
(It's Italian for "Abandon All Hope Ye Who Enter.")
Here we have the X-Men squad tasked with neutralizing the Dark X-Men observing their targets. The membership includes: Pixie, Cyclops, Karma, Iceman, Colossus, Dazzler, and Northstar. How did you go about choosing the ranks for this team?
I wanted to cluster some of the new people we brought in with some old favorites. So there's some A-List X-Men superstars, and some up-and-comers. It's a good cross-section of people who have gotten stage and screen time this last year.
Does each member of this team have specific Dark X-Man they're supposed to take out? Or is it more that this team can take down the collective might of the Dark X-Men?
A little bit of both. It's fun to extrapolate how each of these people would deal with their opposite number and figure out who would do what, but really it's just how Scott says, "Watch how they're fighting. They're not fighting together." And Scott's retort to Bobby at the end there is critical too. This is Scott working on Plan B.
The scenes with the X-Men watching the Dark X-Men served a couple of purposes. We got to watch the Dark X-Men kick ass. We got to watch Scott do what Scott does and see how he speaks to the team and preps them for what's coming. There are storm clouds brewing and Scott knows that he's getting everybody ready for them.
I take that it's very significant that Magik is in this scene with three members of X-Force and that when Wolverine arrives, he's in his X-Force togs?
Yes, things are about to get messy and intense. I love that shot of Wolverine coming out of the water. It's so terrific.
You end things with Psylocke and the X-Men Science Club on an undersea mission for Cyclops.
Yes, please notice the nice X-shaped windshield. Terry Dodson, ladies and gentlemen. That wasn't in the script. It's just pure Terry.
How important is the Science Team's mission?
The science team's mission is everything.
Are there any clues in this scene as to what the Science Club's sub is moving over? It looks like some type of mysterious technology?
You could probably extrapolate some guesses. There is something in the bay that Scott has tasked this team to bring to the surface. When we reveal what the thing at the bottom of the water is then the stakes become really clear.
This was one of my favorite issues that Terry has done on the series so far. There are so many characters and so much great stuff. Everything is in overdrive. The first three parts of "Utopia" are really about set up and this is the beginning of all the pieces coming together. Things really explode in the next issue.
We reveal who Dani is meeting with. We get another and much more gruesome look at the Omega Machine. The Science Club's plan is revealed. Dark Beast gets the surprise of his life. The Dark Avengers find themselves once again in position to be daddy's favorites. Wolverine's squad makes their move and a couple of characters are going to make pretty big choices. There's lots of ins, outs and what-have-yous, and by the end Scott Summers gives the press conference to end all press conferences.
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Preface: "The HSRA is gathering public comments to make a crucial decision: which routes they will study in depth in their upcoming Environmental Impact Report (EIR) on the LA - San Diego section of the statewide HSR system. They are not currently planning to include the I-15-Qualcomm route [which would have less environmental impact] in the EIR." -- Friends of Rose Canyon
Dear Deputy Director,
I urge your group to do a full study of the I-15 to Qualcomm Stadium route. I am staunchly opposed to building the high-speed rail line through Rose Canyon. I run, birdwatch, and bike through this canyon on an almost daily basis, and I am witness to the amazing variety of fauna and flora that flourish in its ecosystem. I regularly see at least four species of birds of prey, including a family of white-tailed kites. The canyon is a true wilderness. Not too long ago, late in the afternoon, I saw a bobcat--a veritable litmus test of true wilderness--while birdwatching through the canyon. A few days ago, I had the immensely good fortune of seeing an adult golden eagle.
Rose Canyon is a hidden gem of the San Diego park system, and a high-speed rail line would devastate its ecosystem, the surrounding residential neighborhoods (and there are many residences which adjoin this canyon), and the citizens who enjoy the park. I abhor the two rail lines already present in the canyon: the trains that intermittently pass by create noise pollution that reverberates through the canyon and disturbs all life--including mine. I occasionally have to cover my ears while jogging or biking through, because the noise can be intolerable.
A new rail system that would have trains passing through every five minutes would greatly increase the ambient noise pollution, even if the trains are relatively quiet. It would create persistent, omnipresent, inescapable background noise.
It has been repeatedly shown through legitimate scientific studies that noise pollution, even mild noise pollution, increases circulating levels of stress hormones and (perhaps relatedly) the rates of heart disease and myocardial infarction. A recent paper shows that avian communities, including predator-prey relationships, are changed drastically by ambient human noise pollution, with cascading consequences. Another paper shows that ambient noise pollution affects woodland bird communities negatively. There are at least six species of birds of prey (that I have seen or heard) in Rose Canyon, and numerous species of songbirds, jays, and others--in all, at least one hundred species of birds depend on its ecosystem.
Additionally, the physical alteration of the canyon necessary to house the high-speed rail line could have unpredictable effects on the current ecosystem. No analysis is complete, because any analysis abstracts and therefore elides details which could prove important in retrospect. This is unacceptable, because the Rose Canyon ecosystem is priceless (that such a group as "Friends of Rose Canyon" exists is sufficient proof of the immense value, to humans, of this place). Finally, no estimates of the cost, feasibility, location, and impact on homes and on Rose Canyon, by the proposed rail line, have been provided to the public.
Once again, I strongly urge your group to do a full study of the I-15 to Qualcomm Stadium route. I staunchly oppose building any new rail line(s) through Rose Canyon.