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Your hybrid is an important club, especially in the winter. The extra weight behind the ball will help from a host of different lies but should you be thinking of them like irons or fairway woods? What is the right ball position for hybrids? This depends on the lie. Here's how to approach this crucial part of the game.
The basic principle is that there is no set ball position for hybrids.
The simple rule is that if the ball is sitting up you can think of it like a fairway wood. Play the ball forward in your stance and set your weight more on your right side. Make sure your posture is as athletic as possible and then make a smooth swing to get the most from the great lie you've found. You find a high launch angle, plenty of flight and hopefully plenty of distance as well.
But your hybrid is designed to be used from a range of lies and if the ball is sitting down, you need to switch to iron mode. Move the ball into the centre of your stance so that your hands are a fraction ahead of the ball – this will help you create more of a downward strike to compress the ball at impact. Your weight should be split more evenly at address too.
The basic point is that asking what is the right ball position for hybrids? There is no set way to approach your hybrid. If it is sitting up, take advantage, set a powerful base and launch it high and long. If it is sitting down, move the ball back in your stance, hit down on it and find that compressed strike that will squeeze the ball out. Practice both of these methods and your hybrid will become one of the most valuable clubs in your golf bag.
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Proudhousewife, Grace Ann Parson, has written the final chapters of her version of Harry Potter. Hogwarts School of Prayer and Miracles has finally come to an end. She posted this with her last chapter:
"Author's Note: Hello, friends! I have some news; and I know that it might be disappointing to the mommies out there. My husband and I had a very long talk last night; and he doesn't think that posting my writing online and going to classes is a good idea for our family. It was a hard decision for me to accept; but he does know best. I want to thank all of the many righteous believers who have supported me in this little mission of mine; and I hope that this last chapter ties up the loose ends as best as one chapter can." I can honestly say I'm disappointed. I hate that she is going to stop writing even while I disagree with her approach. Alas, let's get to the story.
We left off with Harry and Draco battling a duel. What were their weapons? Prayer, of course! Harry won {duh!} and instead of striking Draco down, he prayed that Draco would become a Gryffindor {True Christian, ie the only way to truly be saved and on your way to Heaven}. Now that Draco has been converted {I'm so shocked, aren't you?}, the focus turns to Voldemort.
But first, here's a little gem: after Harry won the Pray off, Ronald was impressed. "'That was amazing,' Ronald sobbed honestly. 'How do I be as holy as you?' Harry, Dean Thomas, and Hermione exchanged a knowing look. 'Maybe,' they suggested, 'it has something to do with the hat on your head.'" Um…okay…
Voldemort shows up looking all wolf in sheep's clothing, so at first no one notices. Reverend Dumbledore "stood in front of them protectively and manfully." Voldemort acts the innocent who is just trying to visit a cousin. Dumbledore responds, "We know all about your plot to illegalize Christianity, Voldemort." Voldemort insists that it's all been a joke. He has just been proving how absurd Christianity is by "taking that stereotype to an extreme to point out how ridiculous it is." He continues to deny all that he has done, and Dumbledore tells the children to "convert him." Apparently this consists of all of the students yelling things like "You deserve to burn in hell!" and "Debate me on religion!" which I fail to see how that would help at all…
Voldemort walks away unconverted, but the people of Hogwarts will never give up on their neverending quest to convert the eco-friendly, pro women's rights, Evolutionist, anti-Christian bigots who seek to harm Christianity in all of their forms. While the ending is the best part of this whole story {I mean the ending is actually good, not thank god it's over…}, there are several things that she never had time to deal with. I truly wish there was more to read.
Soooo…this last chapter was quite genius and if you read it carefully, you will see that this whole parody was indeed a farce. In the end Voldemort pulls out his phone and types "I am a troll" before he walks away. I must say that although I'm disappointed that this was in fact written as satire as I thought it might be, I am glad to know this woman does not actually exist. The joy is short lived though, because we all know someone like Proudhousewife. We all know a woman who can't make a move without her husband's direct approval. We all know someone who takes Christianity to the extreme to the point where nothing is acceptable unless it has been covered and smothered by God and his unfailing love and judgement.
That was the whole point of this story. Christians fearing their rights being taken away all the while they are trying to take other's rights away. Christians obsessing about something like "Merry Christmas" instead of "Happy Holidays" while disregarding other religions and their holidays. Extremism is absurd. It doesn't matter if you are a Muslim, a Baptist, a Sports enthusiast, or a Trekkie. If you let what you love completely take over your life, there will be nothing left but that. You won't have a real life. You will hurt the ones you love. You can live with the thing you love, but don't let it take over your whole life. I know many will disagree with this, but I know plenty of Christians who I can hang out with as an atheist and we can have wonderful conversations. We can laugh, we can tease. But there are some Christians I can't be in the same room with because they can't talk of anything else but God. That is fine that you want to be that way. I'm not asking you to not love your faith or your obsession. Just try not to constantly shove it down other people's throats. There are only so many times I can talk about Harry Potter before my friends shut down. I get it. Not everyone has the same interest or obsession.
Yes, I am comparing your Christianity to my obsession with The Lord of the Rings. To me it is the same thing-ish… Anything that takes over your life so completely that you can't talk about anything else is bad. "Sorry. Honey, Daddy can't come to your ballet recital. I get to go to the Chiefs game." "Sorry, Son, I can't watch you build that block tower you are so proud of, Mommy is reading her Bible." "Sorry, Sweetie, I can't finger paint with you right now, Mommy is watching Firefly. Again." You see? Now, I'm not trying to put my obsession with Buffy the Vampire Slayer on the same level as your faith in God. I'm just saying that I love what I love, and you love what you love. We have different beliefs. Different perceptions. In the story, it seemed like everyone was trying to convert each other. Let's simmer down on that a little bit.
If you have yet to see my point, let me make it clear. StOP BEING EXTREME. It is hurting you. It is hurting your cause. I'll try not to be a douche canoe atheist who reams out Christians every chance I get, and you can try not to be a spirit-filled asshat who can't see there are people out there who actually need you to help them, not hurt them. Christians, please do me a favor. When you see other Christians behaving like this, can you just say something? Can you stick up for your fellow man? Can you make a difference? Likewise, I will try to do the same, I will encourage my fellow athiests to not start quarrels with Christians every chance they get. I know it's hard. Sometimes you get worked up about something and you need to vent. I get it. I'm the queen of venting. One more thing, if you want to pray for me. Go ahead. Just stop handing me tracts and trying to convert me. Been there, done that. Threw the t-shirt away. If prayer works as you say it does, that should be enough. And thanks. Thanks for caring. Even if I don't agree with you, it's nice to know you care.
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This is a changing pad I made, a wet bag I bought and a pouch I improved.
I have a few different changing pads that I've used in the past but have not liked any of them. They all were plastic and when you'd put a new baby on them it was cold and they screamed! Plus, if they wet which they often do, the pee runs off the changing pad onto your bed or the floor and soaks them in the process. kinda pointless in my opinion. I found this pattern online: http://www.etsy.com/listing/91296386/pdf-ebook-baby-changing-mat-little-buns but decided to use this free pattern instead: http://cookieandclaire.blogspot.com/2011/02/diaper-changing-pad-tutorial.html
My changing pad turned out pretty nice, except it's ultra thick. I added a layer of all cotton batting that was super thin thinking it wouldn't really make a difference and I swear someone used it in their changing pads they sell online. Now when I roll it up in the bag it takes up a lot of room. oh well! it's cute and comfy! :)
The wet bag I bought online and am so glad I did. With my first daughter I had no such thing and I remember the blowouts and the smelly clothes that she constantly threw up on. The acid reflux problem was gross!!! Anyway, the clothes just ended up getting thrown in my bag getting everything stinky. This wet bag was bought here: http://www.etsy.com/shop/JodysDesigns?ref=seller_info She's awesome to work with and even sold me her left over fabric to make the chaning pad with. Why didn't I sew one myself you ask? well, I've never worked with waterproof material like is used in this bag and I'd have to buy a lot of the material to make one little bag. in my mind at the time, it wasn't worth it.
The pouch was also purchased from: http://www.etsy.com/shop/PillowSewCute again, at the time it made sense to buy this bag because I didn't want to buy a whole bunch of fabric to make it. However when I recieved it I was totally disappointed! There was no interfacing used, nothing to sturdy the bag at all. The plastic is really thick and it was just an awkward bag. I ended up taking it apart, adding interfacing and adding binding along the top of the plastic. I felt like I made a stupid choice in purchasing this bag and could have done a way better job myself. again, oh well. Lesson learned.
I also bought cute yellow flannel and white flannel to make a blanket for our new girl. All of the blankets used on my first daughter are old and not soft anymore. Because of her acid reflux, we washed blankets A LOT! I now need to make a bunch more, or just buy some cheap ones from walmart! :)


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After my short stint outside of games in 2013, I started a position at Disney Interactive, where I still am today. For 2 and half years I worked on Star Wars: Commander, a mobile game on all platforms (iOS, Android, and Windows). I have since moved to a new Star Wars game to be released in 2017. We built Commander from scratch and it's one of the projects I'm most proud of. I did everything from UX, wireframing, visual design, iconography, to prototyping and building tools.
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It has been an unbelievably tough week for fans of the Kansas City Chiefs. On Sunday, they watched their team drop its third straight game, this one a loss to the Arizona Cardinals, possibly ending their playoff aspirations. And on Monday, they received disheartening news about beloved Strong Safety Eric Berry.
On November 24th, Adam Schefter of ESPN reported that Berry had been placed on the Non-Football Illness list (NFI), effectively ending his season. It was a colossal surprise, until reports surfaced that a mass had been discovered in Berry's chest, and it could very well be cancerous. As a result of the tests, Berry flew to Atlanta to see a Lymphoma specialist at Emory University, where everyone's fears were confirmed.
Dr. Christopher Flowers, of Emory's Winship Cancer Institute, diagnosed Berry with what he called a "very treatable and potentially curable" strand of Hodgkin Lymphoma. Berry immediately released the following statement:
My family and I are very grateful for the amount of support we have received over the last couple of weeks. I can't tell you enough how much I appreciate all the words of encouragement, the blessings and well wishes. I want to thank the Emory University School of Medicine, along with Dr. Flowers and his team, for all of their hard work and effort in diagnosing and creating a plan for me to battle this thing. I will embrace this process and attack it the same way I do everything else in life. God has more than prepared me for it. For everyone sharing similar struggles, I'm praying for you and keep fighting!
Individuals around the league have shown overwhelming support for Berry. Arizona head coach, Bruce Arians, even donned a "Be Bold Be Brave Be Berry" t-shirt, on game day.
The Chiefs season has taken a backseat to Berry's health, and rightfully so. However, it appears that after three consecutive losses to the Raiders, Broncos, and Cardinals, their season may already be over. At 7-6, the team would most likely need to win out for a chance at the playoffs. Their next game will be played against the 2-11 Raiders, at Arrowhead, on Sunday.
As for Berry, the road back will be long and grueling, but the three-time Pro-Bowler has promised that he will return to the game, and the team, that he loves. I know that I speak for all of us here at Sports Injury Alert, when I say that we are pulling for him as well. Our thoughts will be with you!
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Innovative ceramic design from Pressure Tech takes the pressure off the chattering classes
In water glycol and other hydraulic systems chattering - or unstable frequency resonance - can be seriously bad news. However the Shuttle Ball, a highly innovative new product from Pressure Tech, now dramatically reduces the problem, as well as bringing a host of other significant benefits. Clients in the oil and gas industries can look forward to reduced downtime, lower costs, lighter maintenance and faster servicing.
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Glossop-based regulator manufacturer Pressure Tech is earning a burgeoning reputation for innovative thinking and the Shuttle Ball is the latest example. It's a unique component that makes the already popular LF-690 hydraulic regulator massively more efficient than any other product on the market.
So why is the Shuttle Ball so effective? Some background. In any high pressure system, the regulator is critical. In turn, the fit between the valve and seat is critical to the effectiveness of the regulator. Yet uneven wear and chattering often cause a poor seal. This means leaks, more frequent maintenance and increased downtime.
Enter the Shuttle Ball. Crucially, it maintains a perfect seal, promoting even wear and solving the chattering problem that can prove so damaging. It all means greater control, less downtime, longer service life plus speedy service in-situ thanks to easy access to the seating area.
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Benefits of olive oil in the prevention and treatment of breast cancer
Javier Menendez Spanish scientist, specialist in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Research Institute of Northwestern Health Chicago (USA) confirmed at the genetic level the benefits of olive oil in the prevention and treatment of breast cancer.
The study's findings, which also participated Ramon Colomer, head of the Division of Medical Oncology, Catalan Institute of Oncology, published in the latest issue of the Annals of Oncology '.
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Spanish scientists have demonstrated in laboratory experiments on different cell lines of breast cancer that oleic acid, the main component of olive oil, greatly reduced levels of an oncogene called Her-2/neu. High levels of Her-2/neu (also known as erb B-2) are found in approximately 20-30% of breast cancer patients and are associated with highly aggressive tumors that have a poor prognosis.
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Colomer said it was the first time you attach a component of the diet, oleic acid (main component of olive oil) with reduced levels of an oncogene from studies in molecular biology. Moreover, according to Colomer, oleic acid not only suppress the overproduction of the gene, but also doubles the antitumor efficacy of trastuzumab, the antibody treatment that targets the Her-2/neu gene and has helped extend the lives of many breast cancer patients.
Meanwhile, Javier Menendez said that the diet of monounsaturated fatty acids, on which had been suggested that protected against breast cancer significantly reduces the presence of the oncogene Her-2/neu, cutting it to 46%. Together with the sensitizing effect of oleic acid on the efficacy of trastuzumab, the scientists found an increase in the presence of p27Kip1, a tumor suppressor protein that is involved in the development of resistance to treatment with trastuzumab.
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Javier Menendez said that have been discovered high levels of Her-2/neu in early lesions of breast tissue in which there have been significant risk of cancer development. Therefore, the ability of oleic acid suppress the expression of Her-2/neu may also reduce the risk of occurrence and malignant progression in breast cancer.
For Menendez, their findings not only help understand the molecular mechanism by which dietary fatty acids regulate the malignant behavior of breast cancer cells, but also suggests that dietary interventions based on oleic acid may delay or prevent the trastuzumab resistance in breast cancer patients with Her-2/neu oncogene.
Experts are now looking to identify the molecular mechanism by which oleic acid supplementation inhibits the expression of Her-2/neu, as blocking action appears to work differently than in the trastuzumab. According to investigators, while it is important to be caautelosos on implicciones the study, since not always the laboratory results are moved into practice, their findings present the concept that a high level of oleic acid in breast tissue provide an effective way to influence the outcome of breast cancer patients carrying high levels of harmful gene.
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According to scientists, the results of their study could also help in designing future epidemiological studies and lead, ultimately, in dietary advice to delay or prevent the development of drug resistance in patients taking trastuzumab.
Although research with oleic acid and its relationship with cancer began in Spain in 1996, the most brilliant results, as Ramon Colomer has been made in U.S. facilities in which is currently developing its scientific work Javier Menendez.
According to Ramon Colomer, the Spanish Government should enhance the return to country areas of research like this that could also be beneficial for the Spanish oil industry, the first in olive oil production worldwide. The investigation of oleic acid and its effects on breast cancer treatment began in 1996 as part of a special Ministry of Science and Technology to stimulate research on the beneficial effects of olive oil on health. The current findings are the result of continued work by Javier Menendez and his team to move the Spanish scientific career to the United States.


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Please introduce yourself/selves?
Hello, I'm Barry. Nice to meet you.
Sounds like?
Looks like?
Another clear but chilly night in Sunderland.
If your band were a film you'd be?
A very good adventure film. Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom.
The song that makes your heart skip a beat is?
Electricity by Captain Beefheart.
Your favourite kind of pie?
Steak, kidney and oyster. It's actually really nice. If a little fishy.
What artists/bands are taking your fancy at present? on your iPod etc.
Dutch Uncles. B>E>A>K. Field Music. Lonnie Donegan.
You have a new album out in April, 'The Chaos', what can fans expect from the release?
I don't really know. I hope they don't expect anything. If they do then they are interfering with the way it sounds!
Where was it recorded (the album that is) and where did you draw inspiration from for the new tracks?
Directly from the centre of the brain.
And how have the new songs been received by the crowds whilst touring?
Very well indeed. We played a new song and the crowd started singing along halfway through the first chorus. Eh?
God knows. Hopefully I will too, as soon as possible so I can work out how much luggage I'm going to need.
Your 'Hounds of Love' cover is all kinds of inspired genius. But if you had to cover one other song it would be...?
Rock Island Line by Lonnie Donegan. It has a tempo change that is pretty tricky; I love it when songs speed up.
That is probably the hardest question ever. Seriously. I would have to meet them and talk to them for a while to decide. I would also ask them a simple question, 'Where have you been? Give me a hug'.
Merci Barry!
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The number of students from the UK and other European Union (EU) countries starting full-time undergraduate courses in England reached an all-time high in 2016-17. There were an estimated 408,000 entrants, which is a 1.0 per cent (4,000 students) increase on the previous year.
Increases in the young participation rate and numbers of EU entrants have led to strong growth since 2012-13, when the higher tuition fees caused a temporary fall.
However, 2016-17 is likely to be a peak year as the declining population of 18-year olds and the consequences of the EU referendum could put downward pressure on the number of entrants in 2017-18, while there may be a transitional effect as funding for nursing students switches from bursaries to loans. UCAS reported a 5.8 per cent decrease in the number of UK and other EU applicants to English providers by the 15 January deadline.
All-year student numbers of UK and other EU full-time undergraduates were 3.0 per cent (32,800 students) higher in 2016-17 than in 2015-16, at 1,123,000. These students made up 57 per cent of the overall higher education student population in 2015-16.


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Bitcoin was introduced to the world not too long ago - on the 9th of January 2009, to be exact - and up until last year only a very small number of online stores accepted Bitcoin, most of which were small-time shops set up by technology enthusiasts. However that changed very quickly. This year massive outfits followed suit, led by Overstock almost exactly 5 years after Bitcoin's introduction. The most recent big-name website adding Bitcoin support is Expedia, though currently it's only for hotel bookings.
http://www.bitcoinforvinyl.com/ . This site has a good collection of records, from Chopin to Bob Dylan to Taylor Swift. If you're looking to do something cool, you can try buying old technology with new technology.


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COSEWIC assessment and update status report on the Bluehearts in Canada
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Thousands of Zimbabweans across the divide of religion or color came together as a nation in solidarity with the Defense Armed Forces (DAF). At Zimbabwe Grounds in High fields suburb of the capital various political parties, churches, Politicians, & many others attended. People proceeded towards the State House passing through the busy Simon Mazorodze rd with singing & marching while others used buses, long haul trucks, pick ups, vehicles or any moving object holding placards of various demands.The capitals Freedom Square & Streets around Harare were resembling an ocean of people. Passing through Army soldiers, their trucks & Tankers.
The armed forces showed a professional and friendly conduct. By the end of the day the public was informed of talks with President Mugabe & a statement would be issued once a deal has been agreed upon.


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Here you will find answers to many of the frequently asked questions (FAQ) regarding Midwest Wintermoot. If you do not find the information you need here, please contact us at email@example.com
Midwest Wintermoot 2017 is Friday, November 3 through Sunday, November 5. Site opens to all attendees Friday at 3 PM and must be cleared by Sunday at 3 pm.
Midwest Wintermoot will be hosted at the Group Campsite located at Osage Hills State Park in Pawhuska, Oklahoma. The park gates are open 8 am -10 pm daily.
Re-entry is not possible between 10 pm and 8 am!
The address and phone numbers are:
2131 Osage Hills State Park Rd
Pawhuska, Oklahoma 74056
Phone: 918-336-4141
Toll Free: 800-654-8240
We have two rates available to attendees:
Individual: $50.00 - this option is for individual adult attendees. We strongly recommend coordinating with others to take advantage of our group discount if able.
Group rates begin at:$40.00 per person – this option is for 2 or more adults (14+) registering together. Price is set per person and payment confirmation will be sent to the email address used to make payment.
Persons 13 years of age or younger are free!
The group camp site at Osage Hills provides 10 cabins that can accommodate up to 12 people each. Each cabin is equipped with six bunks holding two twin size beds, a heating/air conditioning unit, overhead lights, electrical outlets, several sealed windows, a bench and recessed area to hang clothes.
Bathrooms are attached to the Main Hall. These are equipped with separate shower stalls in the women's bathroom and an open shower in the men's bathroom. Both sides are equipped with toilets and multiple sinks.
A second bathhouse with inew toilets and private shower closets are located in the cabin area just off the walkway.
Dinner will be provided Friday. Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner on Saturday. Continental breakfast and lunch on Sunday. These are full meals with a vegetarian option. Vegetarian option is ovo/lacto. We do not provide a vegan option unless specifically requested. If you have a food allergy, please provide this information on your registration form or in a direct email!
No, we have rolled the cost of food into the cost of attending. We have done our very best to provide an event that is both economical and easy to attend. Let us worry about the food!
Yes, you are more than welcome to bring your own food or additional food to meet personal needs. However, the kitchen is not available to store these items. There is a large ice machine that you may use as often as needed to stock personal coolers.
No, only items for the event and medications requiring refrigeration will be allowed in the kitchen walk-in and refrigerator.
Yes, Osage Hills provides both options at a separate rate outside the group camp site. Please be aware the cost to attend remains the same even if you should utilize one of these options.
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Oklahoma is notoriously unpredictable in this regard. Weather is fairly mild overall, with temperatures averaging in the mid-upper 70's in the day and low 50's-high 40's overnight. The week before the event we will post the available weather forecast so you can be as prepared as possible.
This event is hosted to celebrate the cultures, rites, gods, and spirits of pre-Christian Pan-Germanic/Northern European customs that form modern Heathenry. All are welcome to attend, Heathen or not. As our guest, Heathen or not, we simply expect that you will respect the purpose and the spirit of this event. You are free to give homage to any deities or customs you see fit in the open spaces throughout the park, but our group organized activities will be reserved for our Heathen practices. If you are uncertain about something, just ask!
Put simply, no. Bifrost Way Kindred is hosting this event independently. All persons with a vetted tie to our local communities are welcome to our events. Our goal is to further regional growth, not to foster divisiveness.


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Vitamix 500 Review
The Vitamix 5000 is a high performance blender that can be used to juice whole foods, make baby foods, or even whip up fruity blender drinks such as margaritas. This blender can also be used to make delicious ice cream, smoothies, and other frozen treats.
* Product Features
The Vitamix 500 features a high performance two peak motor horsepower with variable speed control. Blender comes with a removable plug, spill proof vented lid, and tamper for use in extreme food processing. Product features a 64 ounce see through container and durable wet blades constructed from space age polycarbonate.
* What's Included With The Vitamix 5000?
Not only do you receive the high performance blender, there is also a 240 page cookbook in a 3 ring binder style, entitled "Recipes For Better Living". This cookbook alone would normally cost $50, but is included with your purchase of the Vitamix 5000. Cookbook contain full color photos and over 300 tasty recipes. Also included is another color-coded step by step instructional book with recipes and how-to hints. You will also receive an instructional DVD that gives users a quick start guide on how to use the blender to prepare healthy recipes for themselves and their families.
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The Vitamix company provides a 7 year warranty for this product. It product fails to perform as it should for a full seven years from the purchase date, they will offer a free repair.
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The 2+ peak horsepower motor also offer variable speeds. Equipped with a high efficiency radial cooling fan and thermal protection system that helps to prevent product burnout or overload. This motor typically outlasts other blenders due to the low-friction ball bearings.The Vitamix 5000 can be purchased in your choice of colors black, red, and white.
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A well built blender made from hard, durable materials that is simple to use and user friendly. The blade is tough and can handle a variety of foods, including ice and nuts. This is a large capacity blender that holds a lot of food and can mix many recipes most blenders are not capable of mixing. Design of the blender allows for easy cleaning.
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One drawback to the Vitamix 5000 is that the container contains BPA which is not healthy for human consumption. A polyester container may be purchased as a safer alternative over using the original container that comes with the blender. The large capacity of the blender can be a plus, but may also pose some issues when attempting to store the blender, due to it's height. Some noise and vibration during use was noted by some consumers, which is typical with blender use in general. Some customers claim that the blender gets a bit hot when using for tough jobs. The Vitamix also tends to be rather expensive, but most customers feel that for what it does, it is worth paying the price.
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The Vitamix 5000 tends to be a pricey blender, although heavy duty and durable. Most consumers were pleased with their purchase and would recommend this blender to others.
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2017 – 17th Annual Maple Syrup Festival Art & Photography Show & Sale
Good news! SOTH has secured a venue for our 17th Annual Maple Syrup Art & Photography Show & Sale.
The show will be located in the former Eclectic Mix store on Warkworth's Main Street. We are very pleased with the location. SOTH's juried show will be front and centre during Warkworth's Maple Syrup Festival.
In addition, the show will also be open to the public on the two weekends following the MSF: March 18th & 19th as well as March 25th and 26th. This represents additional exposure for participating artists as well as opportunities to sell the paintings, photographs, mixed media, or sculpture on display.
Please mark these dates on your calendar:
- Fri, Mar 10: SOTH Gala Reception 7:00 pm Official winners' announcement and prize presentations.
- Sat, Mar 11: MSF and SOTH show – 10 to 4
- Sun, Mar 12: MSF and SOTH show – 10 to 4
- Sat, Mar 18 – Sun, Mar 19: SOTH show – 10 to 4
- Sat, Mar 25 – Sun, Mar 26: SOTH show – 10 to 4
Spirit of the Hills winners announced
WARKWORTH – Painters and photographers from all over Northumberland County are featured in Spirit of the Hills 17th annual Juried Art and Photography Show, held in conjunction with Warkworth's Maple Syrup Festival March 11 and 12 — and on the two subsequent weekends.
The work of 27 painters, photographers and mixed-media artists as well as a sculptor have been adjudicated by curator Susan Holland of the John M. Parrott Art Gallery in Belleville, with the following winners announced.
Best in show was Crested by Paivikki Marshal of Warkworth. Holland cited the artist's technical ability in her choice.
Best in Show – Judge Susan Holland (L), Paivi Marshall (R) – Photo Mary Weilandt
"The light is so true. The use of yellow continues through the entire painting, and is so evocative that the viewer wants to step into the painting and be right there," she said.
Best painting was Garlic Study by Louise Leclair-Aronson of Grafton, which Holland said was an instant eye-catcher.
Best Painting – Judge Susan Holland (L), Louise Leclair Aronson (R) – Photo Mary Weilandt
"The first thing I noticed was the texture, and the colour treatment of the garlic," she said.
"The use of colour is outstanding. Very realistic in a softer way."
Loon Surfacing by Matthew King of Marmora was declared best photograph, another instant eye-catcher for Holland.
Best Photograph – Judge Susan Holland (L), Matthew King (R) – Photo Mary Weilandt
"The movement in the water really catches the actuality of nature. The photographer has an excellent eye," she said.
Roadblock by Rob Cochrane of Roseneath was named best 3D or mixed-media piece, which Holland declared as a work of superb craftsmanship.
Best 3D Mixed Media – Rob Cochrane – Judge Susan Holland in Photo – Photo Mary Weilandt
"There is detail in everything — the fishes' fins, the bears' fur, and the trees. The time it must have taken to bring this 3-D piece to life is remarkable," she said.
Morning Has Broken by Christopher Thorpe of Warkworth won an honourable mention.
Honourable Mention Christopher Thorpe – Judge Susan Holland (L)
Visual Arts Chair Judy Hopkins (R) – Photo Mary Weilandt
"The photograph is so good it just had to be mentioned," Holland declared.
"The misty morning image is very well constructed. It brings the viewer right into the photograph via the gradation of colour and light," she said.
"The viewer has to look a few times to notice everything. Birds are a little discovery at the end; even though they are the starkest element."
Winners' prizes were generously donated by On The Side Catering (best in show), Warkworth Farm Supply (best painting), Snapshots In Campbellford (best photograph), Trentmendous! (best 3D-mixed media) and The Village Pantry (people's choice).
The show is open to the public every weekend in March at 13 Main St. In Warkworth.
Hours on March 11 and 12 coincide with the Maple Syrup Festival, 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thereafter, hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. March 18, 19, 25 and 26.
People's Choice Award
Beth Rhind (l) present The People's Choice Award to Sherry Turner (r) – Photo by Mary Weilandt
Our Visual Arts Committee
Pictured (L-R): Beth Rhind, Mary Weilandt, Rosanne Dolan, Judy Hopkins, Sherry Turner and Tony Crocker.
Scenes from the Opening Gala
All photos by Mary Weilandt


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Time wasted – or time well spent? By Mary Smith
Truth be told, I've been getting quite irritated by some of what I've read. Many of the blog posts focus on giving tips on how to save time on Twitter or Facebook. If we are being advised on how to spend less time on social media it kind of implies we are spending too much time on it. It made me feel quite guilty about the amount of time I was spending tweeting and Facebooking.
I am fairly active on Facebook and Twitter, less so on LinkedIn, though I keep telling myself I should get into the habit of using it more for things like sharing good reviews of my books from Amazon or blog posts like Novel Points of View. I'm also on Google+. So far, its workings remain pretty much a mystery to me (if anyone is willing to provide a tutorial let me know) and apart from sharing other people's posts from time to time I don't spend time on it. I haven't yet signed up for Pinterest, which is next on my list when I can find some time to work out what to do on it.
Plus, I follow a number of blogs including ones with book reviews, author interviews, marketing advice, Alzheimer's and dementia. I have wide-ranging interests. Yes, as everyone knows, it does all take time. Shouldn't I be using that time for writing? Or even cleaning the house? How could I reduce the time I spend each day on tweeting, posting on Facebook?
Simple answer? I can't! Well, I suppose I could if I put a strict limit on the time I go on Facebook or if I unsubscribed from some of the blogs I follow – or not bother to read them or join the conversations in the comments – but I don't want to.
I enjoy my time on social media. On Facebook I can keep in touch with Afghan friends some of whom still live in Afghanistan and some of whom are scattered around the world from Australia to Denmark.
I have found some wonderful books through the various review sites I follow. They are bloggers I trust – if they say a book is worth reading, I'm fairly certain it will be, even if it's not the kind of book I usually read. I've had my books reviewed and enjoyed the conversations which have followed on from the review. I've been interviewed about my writing on blogs, which have been shared far and wide and led to sales (if we're talking effective = sales).
I've met some amazing people – including many writers – on Facebook and on blogs, some of whom I now consider friends even though it is unlikely we will ever meet face to face. I'm part of a wonderful group of indie writers who 'pay it forward' by promoting each other's books on social media and through the group have learned an enormous amount about promotion and marketing – as well as enjoying the fun and the jokes we share.
In the same way it takes time to meet a friend for coffee, it takes time to socialise (and work) online but in my book, it's time well spent, not wasted.
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It's good to get such a positive view, Mary. I share many of your joys and delights, and have 'met' the most amazing people through my social media contacts. You never know where you will go next, it can be anywhere in the world, and you can meet anyone in the world! However, I would also like to work smarter – so much communication is deeply trivial (if that's not an oxymoron!) and I could do without it. OK, you can delete quickly, but there's still going to be a few seconds every time to process what you're seeing.ReplyDelete
And there is just so much of it! I flag articles people have highlighted because I think they're interesting, but never seem to find time to go back to them, because by the time I have an hour, there are another 12 in!
So it's not that I want to cut down time spent, what I would like is a lesson on how to improve the way I work on it.
Great pst, thank you.Replies
Thanks, Jenny, I'm glad you enjoyed my post's positive spin. It was a bit of a reaction to the whinging about time spent on social media but once I started writing I realised how much I have gained on both a professional and personal level.Delete
One day we'll have 'smart' computers which will know from our past behaviour online which items to delete before we have to hit the button!
I agree! Not only is it a 'marketing tool' if that is what you want it to be, and are prepared to put in the work. It is also one of the best ways to meet other writerly types.ReplyDelete
I've met some wonderful people through Twitter, and have gone on to meet up with them and we have become firm friends. This would have been impossible before social networking, as it is doubtful we would have travelled in the same circles. So life is richer.
We all have the same amount of hours in a day, so the trick is simply to limit your time if it's a problem. Good post, thank you for sharing.Replies
Thanks for dropping in and taking time to comment, Maria. I'm glad you enjoyed and agree with what I've said in the post. I like your comment that 'life is richer'. That is so true. I do limit my time and usually spend some time in the morning on social media and then again in the evening. I guess everyone has to decide what works best for them.Delete
The life of a writer can be very solitary without access to online groups, can't it? I remember how I used to feel very isolated before I joined a real writing group. Now, with the internet, so much more is available to us.ReplyDelete
Yes, it can be a distraction, and a time thief, but it's also a benefit, as I don't have to travel to libraries to do research quite so much.
Thanks for dropping in, Rosie. You are right in saying online groups can help writers (and others) feel less solitary. And as Maria said above you have to put a limit on social media use if it is eating up too much time!ReplyDelete
A post that really made me think Mary, which is what blog posts should do. Thank you! And it has helped me reappraise my own attitude to Facebook, Twitter, etc, which has tended to be tinged with a little too much guilt. So thank you again :).ReplyDeleteReplies
Glad to think you might be feeling less guilty, Gill!Delete
Hello Mary, nice post. Very poignant. I stay on Facebook more to interact with family and friends and to market my books. I now stay less on Twitter because I have to write and edit my upcoming novels. I feel guilty only when I haven't reciprocated the interest others have shown. I love Pinterest because it is all about pinning photos. And I love photos. It is quite easy to use. We can chat about it. By all means, I love interacting with authors and readers on social media, I would otherwise never have met. Authors like you. For that, I'm grateful and I would not change it for anything.😀😁ReplyDeleteReplies
Thanks, Stella. Yes, we met on social media and I follow your blog, too, now. I think each person has to decide how much time he or she can spend on social media and enjoy that time not feel guilty about it. I have met some lovely people who I wouldn't otherwise have had any contact with.Delete
Hi Mary! I don't have linked in (or whatever it is called), but I do use google+ (once you figure out how to use it please give me the tutorial, lol), twitter, FB, and pinterest. Pinterest is the biggest time waster, because all you do is pin pretty pictures and before you know it, an hour has passed! Don't feel guilty for "spending too much time" on social media. I'm always happy to see you around, and I know others are too! :)ReplyDeleteReplies
Hi April, thanks for saying you're happy to see me around on social media!Delete
By chance today another blogger I follow has put up a post on Google+ - it seems we are not alone in not understanding its mysterious workings! Here's the link: https://rosieamber.wordpress.com/2015/07/01/wednesday-wing-google-posts-tips-on-social-networking-wwwblogs/comment-page-1/#comment-14068 Rosie admits she has only scratched the surface.
As for Pinterest - I thought I could use it to put up pictures of places and people and so on in No More Mulberries and Drunk Chickens. I suppose then I'd have to spend time trying to guide people to my boards. What do you think? Could it be useful as a promotional tool?
I thought I'd already commented on this, Mary - sorry! I think if you organise your social media time then it becomes just another part of a writer's life. It's great for socialising (the original idea) and a way to keep in contact with friends, writers and readers. I like FB, twitter and Pinterest.ReplyDeleteReplies
Thanks, Rosemary. You are right, time spent on social media does become part of a writer's life - and I think it becomes part of our social life, too. At least, it does mine!Delete
I know you've mentioned Pinterest before - possibly on your own blog - when I have some free time I'll sign up. I think I ought to sort out my Afghanistan photos first.
I confess to being bogged down by it all. I use Twitter and Facebook because it is part of my writing contract that I do. Goodreads is just a mystery to me - how to navigate it. I wish there were some way we could tell if there are spikes in sales of our books (or not) every time we post anywhere....is that possible?ReplyDeleteReplies
Oh, Linda, I have to say GoodReads is a total mystery to me. Until yesterday I hadn't a clue about Google+ but someone kindly took me by the hand via a private message on FB and explained things about Google+, which made it slightly clearer. That's what I love about social media - meeting people who are happy to help. I suspect few people really understand the workings of GoodReads.Delete
You can use sites like NovelRank (I believe there are others) to track your book sales. It's not 100% accurate but it does give you an idea of how sales are going. I use it for my trad published book, Drunk Chickens and the paperback of No More Mulberries. For the Kindle version of NMMs, which I self-published, I can see exactly what my sales and borrows (or, as it is now, pages read) are.
Personally, I don't think sales increase through tweeting or posting on FB, though that does lead to greater visibility and friendships. My experience - and others may have different findings - are that sales spikes come if a book is featured on a popular review blog - one on which the followers are genuinely on the lookout for good reads. The other way to increase sales is to have a book promoted on the best of the promotion sites.
Sorry, I seem to have gone on at great length!
I did try novelrank, which was easy enough to navigate, but as you say, not totally accurate. What would be good would be if there were a register of bloggers and reviewers that we could access ......:)Delete
Linda, your wish is granted! Here's a link to a list of reviewers: http://www.theindieview.com/indie-reviewers/Delete
There's also April who I interviewed last month who has a review site - you'll find the link on the post I did.
Another excellent review site is A Woman's Wisdom - google it and it will come up.
I was looking at a bloggers' directory recently but can't remember where it was but if you Google bloggers directory you will find lots of them - some UK based others world wide. That should keep you busy for a while!
Here's the link to the Book Bloggers' directory: https://bookbloggerdirectory.wordpress.com/ReplyDelete


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Under the State of Alabama bid law any request(s) for like or similar products and/or services which total $15,000 or more during a fiscal year must be competitively bid. The University of Alabama is considered to be one entity by state law. Therefore, requests that can be anticipated by the University for like or similar items or items to like or similar vendors and cumulatively total $15,000 or more within a fiscal year period are subject to the competitive bid law.
Note: Buyers within the Purchasing Department are assigned specific commodities and are constantly monitoring anticipated needs or current trends on campus. Standing contracts for recurring purchase of supplies, equipment or services are often established to expedite the issuance of purchase requests, to obtain volume discounts, and to insure compliance with the State Bid Law.
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The initial request for bid can be in the form of an approved requisition or a memorandum and should include the following information:
a) Complete description of the product or service including manufacturer's name, stock number, catalog number, size, color, finish, configuration, quantity, dimensions, etc. Do not assume that if a manufacturer's name and stock or model number are specified that all bidders will expend the time and effort required to determine the specifications of the specified brands and/or model numbers and respond with an item or items which would be acceptable. It is extremely important to accurately describe the desired product or service. Too much detail is infinitely better than too little. In the absence of a manufacturer's name, catalog number, and/or model number, specifications are imperative. The Purchasing staff is available to ordering departments for advice in preparing complete and accurate bid specifications.
b) Technical specifications made available to the end user by a vendor or manufacturer during initial investigation of the product or service. Technical Specifications should be forwarded referencing the appropriate requisition number.
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2. If the low bid is equivalent to the items specified and the general requirements enumerated in the "Request for Quotation", acceptance by the end user must be made known to the appropriate buyer in the Purchasing Department by memorandum, e-mail, or by submitting a purchase requisition issued to the successful vendor.
3. If it is doubtful that a low bid is acceptable, it may be necessary to require a demonstration by the low bidder(s) to afford an opportunity to prove equivalency to the items specified. When a demonstration is not appropriate, non-equivalency and ultimate award to a higher bidder must be justified in writing by the ordering department. Additional specifications or information may be obtained from the bidder to compare with the original specifications. Final evaluation and ultimate award of the bid is based on the total findings of the investigation. Appropriate documentation must be made part of the bid package upon award of the bid.
4. A letter of justification from the end user is required in the event a low bid is not acceptable. The justification must reflect a comparison of those items, areas, features, etc. which are not equivalent to the requirements as specified in the bid. A statement referencing a particular application of the specified items and the importance of this application should be stressed, and a statement as to why the low bid is not suitable for this application should also be included.
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A local newspaper editor has supported North Shropshire MP Owen Paterson, who has called for the abolition of the Standards Board, blaming it for creating a "climate of fear" among councillors and "stifling" their freedom to speak out to the press.
Paterson and fellow MP Gerald Howarth have written a paper, which says councillors have become subject to "a draconian new system of regulation" since the introduction of the board in March 2001. It was established to monitor and investigate complaints of breaches of a code of conduct introduced under the Local Government Act 2000.
Paterson's paper says: "This new regime has drastically curtailed councillors' right to free speech and their ability to represent the views of their electors."
He said one of the most contentious points arising was "pre-determination", where councillors are asked not to close their minds to arguments before making a decision which, he believes, discourages them from expressing their opinions and adequately campaigning during election time.
Andrew Bowan, editor of the Whitchurch Herald in Paterson's constituency, said that local councillors had declined to comment on a number of topics, fearful that they would be breaching the rules and would be reported to the Board.
He told Press Gazette: "We've just waged a successful campaign to stop car parking charges being introduced in the three market towns on our patch.
"Despite 99 per cent of the public agreeing with us that it was a bad idea — thousands signed petitions — not one district councillor felt free to stand up and say so. Whether intended or not, the pre-determination issue is curbing free speech."
In his paper, Paterson said he was astonished by how many other MPs approached him at Westminster to report similar cases. Programme manager at the Local Government Association, Roy Williams, said the main problem is defining when a councillor has a private interest in a decision.
"One of the main areas is how you preserve the right of the councillor to speak up on behalf of his constituents, while at the same time safeguarding the idea that councillors shouldn't be speaking in their own interests.
"The Government agrees there needs to be changes and the LGA is also supportive of changes to the code."
A Standards Board spokeswoman said: "(Paterson's) paper argues that the code of conduct deprives members of the right to speak for the communities that elected them.
"However, this argument relies on a misinterpretation of what it means for a member to have either a personal or a personal and prejudicial interest in a matter, as opposed to holding a predetermined view."
Chair of the board Anthony Holland said in a letter to Paterson that the rules were part of English common law and pre-dated the code by decades.
Paterson told Press Gazette: "What they (the Standards Board) are saying about English common law is complete rubbish.
"The House of Commons couldn't function if you had common law functioning like that — it is a ludicrous idea.
"The Standards Board of England is totally undermining the function of local councils and should be abolished and Conservative Party policy will get rid of it."


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After a six year gap, the Chicago Cubs finally made it to the playoffs last season to put things back on track. All that effort however will go to waste if they don't manage to build on that this time around. A lot of changes are being made behind the scenes to turn the Cubs into perennial playoff contenders once again. It is a very important season for them and now they will be taking on the New York Mets as part of it. The team from the Windy City will have to be at the top of their game to beat last year's World Series finalists. Book your Chicago Cubs Flushing tickets and be part of the action live at the Citi Field.
The Chicago Cubs will be eager to show the world they have what it takes to make a serious impact on the MLB. They qualified for the playoffs for the first time in six years last year and the time has now come for them to make the most of the momentum they have generated so far.
The Cubs Formative Years
The Chicago Cubs were formed in the year 1876 which makes them one of the oldest professional teams in baseball. Known as the Chicago White Stockings back then, they were among the NL's founding members. The name changed to the Chicago Colts and then to the Chicago Orphans before they began to be known as the Chicago Cubs in 1903. The title has stuck since then.
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High housing costs across the Golden State are causing hundreds of thousands of low and middle-income workers to pack up and leave for other states.
According to U.S. Census data examined by the Los Angeles Times, roughly 75 percent of those who have left California for other states since 2007 earn less than $50,000 a year. By contrast, about 35 percent of working-age people moving to California have annual incomes above $50,000.
"It's getting harder and harder for the middle-class Californian to buy a home," Beacon Economics director of economic research Jordan Levine explained to the Times. "People just keep looking for ways to maximize that residential dollar. That attracts people to inland areas of the state and to other states."
U.S. Census data reveals that people have been leaving the state for other parts of the country since the 1990s. However, people with lower annual incomes have been most adversely affected by high housing prices. According to the data, just 15,403 California residents making between $40,000 and $49,999 moved to other states since 2007. For those making between $30,000 and $39,999, that number jumps to 22,754 people. The number of people moving out more than doubles, to 46,318, for those making between $20,000 and $29,999.
"Rents are going up very rapidly, as well as housing prices," Public Policy Institute of California senior fellow and migration expert Hans Johnson told the Times. "The economy is booming, but how do you supply housing for the workers who aren't commanding high incomes yet are still in demand?"
More than half of the country's top 50 most expensive real estate markets are in California, as well as nine in the top 10, notes the paper, referring to Coldwell Banker's Home Listing Report. While the influx of workers with high incomes helps contribute to the state's tax base, California's economy will need to find a way to attract middle-class workers to fill critical jobs, like those in healthcare.
"For the people who can afford to go there, get the jobs and do well, the cost of living is not as much a problem," Brookings Institute senior fellow William Frey told the Times. "It's just difficult to live there in the middle."
Frey explained that the trend of lower and middle-class workers leaving California can be traced back at least as far as the 1980s. Most of those leaving have settled in Western states like Texas, Nevada, Arizona, Washington, and Oregon.
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6 Mint Leaves
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Hollywood Police Chief Richard Witt says his department charged a 10-year- old boy with attempted murder because it was the only way to get help for him from the state Department of Health and Rehabilitative Services.
Witt and his staff reviewed the case, an apparent accident in which the boy critically wounded his 12-year-old brother, and decided he might need psychological counseling to cope with the long-term effects of the tragedy.
There are only three ways to get HRS attention -- allegations of child abuse, neglect or charges filed by a police agency against a juvenile.
There was no abuse or neglect involved. The boys live with their grandmother. They were being treated to an overnight outing by a family friend. While the friend was taking their sister to school, the boys found a loaded gun.
That the friend was a convicted felon who shouldn`t have had a gun only made the result -- one child near death, the other in custody -- all the more needless.
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Witt counters that, if the shooting was ruled accidental and the investigation closed, then the relationship with the child and the chance to provide state counseling also would be ended.
When the only options are to file an attempted murder charge against a child or let him disappear through one of the many gaps in the state system, it is one more grim reminder that Florida`s approach to social services is shameful.


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Support Water Festival
Dear Singaporeans,
Bukit Batok Grassroots Organisation is organising a Water Festival specially to welcome the New Year in Thailand, Cambodia, Myanmar and Laos.
The funds used to host the event are certainly derived in significant part from the amount of profit accrued from the exploitation of foreign and local labour. In this, we are one.
We are pro-integration and do not view the majority of existing singaporeans as having a monopoly over culture, economics, etc. If we have a problem, we ought to take it up with the government and not vilify new foreigners or view their cultural practices as an intrusion.
I hope those whom are not supportive of the Nazi Scum comprising the 'Gatecrash Water Festival' will join this site in support of egalitarian multiculturalism, appreciate that the distinction between 'foreigners' and 'locals' is illusory, and that most of 'us and them' share the same plight in the face of the elite.
Those whom are in support of this anti-fascist initiative, please turn up for the event with a placard or sign of any sort welcoming the new foreigners and join in the festivities.
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From 1967 until 2008 the majority of my personal photographic expression evolved using traditional large format cameras, and silver based films. Prints were made in a darkroom using gelatin silver papers and eventually evolved to hand painted one-of-a-kind images.
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