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Well, the second opinion ended up echoing the first. After reviewing the MRI scans and examining Henry, the Neurosurgeon doesn't think that any of the cysts are operable at this time. He wants us to get another series of MRIs taken in three months to monitor their size and any growth — particularly the one in Henry's C-spine. He also said that there must have been an injury to the brachial plexus nerves at birth because everything points to that as the cause of his non-functioning arm. He agreed with the neurologist we saw in Spokane — there isn't anything medically to be done about Henry's arm. Unless the Lord heals him, he will never regain the use of it. Of course, we're totally up for that and we're praying that way!
So that's that. I am actually relieved to be able to bring closure to the waiting and wondering. Unanswered diagnostic questions are difficult to live with month after month. My heart goes out to families who search for conclusive answers for years. It's a relief to be able to shut the door and move on. I kind of feel like we've been frozen in a place of ever-searching and never-discovering. There is so much more to Henry than all this diagnostic rhetoric that he is completely oblivious to at his age anyway. He's a fighter and a champ. Nothing is going to hold him back — not a brain disorder, not a bum arm, NOTHING!
I'm also looking forward to jumping back into some areas that have been set to the side during this season. I've been so focused on the medical end of things… now I can jump back in and rekindle some thoughts and ideas that have just been waiting. Maybe I'll finally get to finish the zillion half-written posts that I've started over the last few months as well!
Anyway, thanks so much for the comments and the encouragement. I know it doesn't seem like much to write a couple of sentences, but really, it's meant the world to me. I feel like I've been able to process everything and I am grateful for the closure at this point. I am continually blown away by the Lord's goodness to us. We don't deserve any of it. We brought Henry home really not knowing anything — and even though it's been a bit of a ride… now we know. We KNOW what's going on and we know what the next steps are. That's a huge blessing.
We're headed to Seattle again today for one more appointment for Henry. This is a second opinion appointment with a pediatric neurosurgeon at Children's Hospital. It's really a miracle that Henry got a meeting with this surgeon on such short notice. He actually created this appointment's time slot specifically for Henry since he is leaving later in the week for several months teaching in Japan. He wanted to see Henry before he left and we are so, so grateful.
It can be hard to keep track of all the medical jargon… so here's a quick refresher: The second part of Henry's recent diagnosis was the series of cysts in his brain and spine. We were given the first opinion that there really isn't anything to be done about them at this point; but we're following up on it because one of the doctors that Henry saw months ago in Seattle thinks there could be another condition causing the series of cysts (and that it could be surgically treatable.) He referred us to the neurosurgeon that we will be seeing later today.
Anyway, we would really appreciate prayer for this appointment. This is kind of like the last strand of hope we have that any part of Henry's condition is treatable — or that he'll ever be able to use his left arm. This appointment is a big one — we need to hear someone else's opinion about the cysts and we're praying that this second opinion will give some unexpected hope.
Ah, finally — it's taken a while to be able to write that title! Those of you that have been following along since the beginning of our journey to Henry are probably very ready for this post. Enough of the diagnostic roller coaster!
It's been over a week since our meeting with the pediatric neurologist to review Henry's MRIs. We've just been processing and felt like we needed to take some time to talk and figure out where to go now with the information we were given. Of course, as I have said many, many times before it's JUST a diagnosis. It doesn't change WHO Henry is, or how much we love him, or how we treat him or think of him. Our pursuit of a conclusive diagnosis was primarily so we could effectively treat the roots of his symptoms (if possible.)
I realized yesterday that it has been almost a year since we first felt drawn to Henry and began researching possible medical scenarios for his symptoms. A whole year! Unbelievable. The last twelve months have been filled with conflicting diagnostic reports –so it's a blessing to finally have the official word on what is really going on inside our little boy's body. In one way I am relieved to finally KNOW; in another way, I am processing the emotions that come with finally knowing.
The MRIs that Henry had six weeks ago revealed a lot going on inside his brain and spine; and it's nothing we had researched or considered. We aren't completely settled with part of the diagnosis and plan to get a second opinion from a pediatric neurosurgeon in Seattle; we also aren't sure how everything will affect him in the future, but for now at least we know what we're looking at.
Okay, so here are the facts in a nutshell (there are other things, but these are the primary findings of the MRIs):
We found out that Henry was born with a rare brain disorder. He has both pachygyria and polymicrogyria which are neuronal migration disorders. At some point during Henry's second trimester of development in utero, his mother suffered some kind of trauma. This trauma caused the brain cells that were migrating out from the stem of his brain to grow abnormally. The brain is normally full of creases and folds (gyri) but Henry's brain (primarily the right side) grew without the normal amount of creases. In some places the gyri are smaller and more plentiful than normal (polymicrogyria) and in other places the gyri are larger and more shallow than normal (pachygyria). This is obviously simplified greatly, but it gives you the basic idea of what this disorder looks like.
The primary effects of Pachygyria and PMG are developmental delays, motor dysfunction, respiratory problems and seizures. Obviously the symptoms vary from child to child. Most children with these disorders are affected in a more obvious way than Henry seems to be. But on the other hand, most children that have had the MRIs to diagnose these conditions have substantial enough symptoms to warrant a thorough evaluation. There may be many other children who are affected to the extent that Henry is but have never been diagnosed because of the lack of presenting symptoms. We would not have discovered this brain disorder if we had not pursued the MRIs because of his left arm being non-functioning (which turned out to be from a different cause all together.)
Pachygyria and polymicrogyria are obviously permanent — but thankfully not degenerative. However, we really can't know now how they may affect Henry down the road. For now, it appears that Henry has no difficulty with learning or language (he's actually way beyond his age in his language skills) but he may have a problem in a few years when he starts learning math, or he may run into a block when it's time to ride a bike… any thing at any time could be difficult for him to learn as a result of the abnormality in his brain — and there is just no way for anyone to predict it now. The weakness in Henry's left leg and his difficulty balancing are a couple of symptoms — but the neurologist was actually really impressed with Henry over all and said that it's amazing (based on what he saw in the MRI's) that Henry has such a lack of the common symptoms associated with this condition.
He did want us to be fully prepared for the possibility of seizures in the future. He said that just because Henry has not had any seizures so far isn't a sign that he will never have any; they are very common with both disorders and he wanted to be sure that we understood that. He also wanted us to understand that repetitive seizures can bring about more serious complications in the brain. He didn't want to alarm us — but we needed to know, and we appreciated his frankness. I am trying to balance being aware of the possibility of seizures without being too paranoid, you know?? I don't want to be the mom that duct-tapes pillows on my son every time he goes outside — I mean, he's a BOY for Pete's sake… and we live on a FARM… surrounded by forests full of trees to be climbed and forts to be made. But, on the other hand, I want to live in the reality that my son has a much greater chance at having an unexpected seizure in the middle of an activity than the average child does. I need to protect him from the possibilities. I don't want to hold him back from living life as fully as possible — but I am responsible for his safety.
Okay, enough rambling there…
So that was the first part of the diagnosis. We also found out that Henry has a couple of arachnoid cysts at the base of his brain, and a pineal gland cyst in the center of his brain. The medical community is split as to the treatment of arachnoid cysts. Some doctors feel that they are best left alone unless they are causing symptoms; while others feel that they should be removed to avoid any future issues. The pineal gland cyst is actually already beyond the "safe" size range, so we are going to have another MRI taken in six months to see if has continued to grow — we will cross that treatment bridge then.
Henry also has a large cyst in his cervical spine that appears to be compressing the spinal cord. This seems to be the root cause of his non-functioning arm. At first we were encouraged by this diagnosis because it seemed to us that by removing the cyst and the pressure on his nerves, there would be a good chance that some function could be restored in his arm. However, the neurologist said that the cyst was most likely there while the nerves were developing, so they never got the chance to develop properly — it acted as a road block preventing the nerves from doing their job from the very beginning. If this is the case, then surgery wouldn't do anything to restore the nerve function because they grew abnormally. It is also a risky area of the body to do any kind of surgery because of the complexity of the nerves.
Like I said before, we are going to be following up with a different neurosurgeon about second part of the diagnosis. We've spoken with someone from Seattle who is suspicious of another condition causing the series of cysts. It may be that Henry COULD regain some use of his arm through surgery, and we really feel like we need to get a second opinion about it. We feel settled about the first part of the diagnosis, but there are still enough questions about the cysts to warrant some follow-up research.
Okay, so those are the medical facts. I'm just continuing to hold Henry and this diagnosis out to the Lord. I KNOW that God is big enough to heal Henry and I'm certainly praying for healing –especially of his arm. But on the other hand I am really aware right now of how finite my perspective is. So often I think in terms of "good" news or "bad" news (as far as a diagnosis) and what I'm not factoring in is that it is ALL God's news — whether it is "good" or "bad" in my eyes. He is completely sovereign and knows the beginning from the end — and the things that seem to be the most difficult in my perspective are sometimes the things that he uses to bring about the greatest changes and the greatest good. He truly works in mysterious ways. I wouldn't choose something like this for my child if I were given the option, but I want to raise Henry with the perspective that he is whole RIGHT NOW. He is not flawed or imperfect. He has some physical handicaps that may make things harder for him, but his story — the story of his life from conception to death — is known and has been orchestrated by a loving heavenly father… every single piece of it. It's hard for me as a mom to think about the things my son may face, just as it's hard for me right now to watch him struggle so much with things that come easily for children with two working arms… BUT, I see such sparkle in his eyes and such tenacity in his heart and I pray above all that he will keep that sparkle and that he will stay soft and not get bitter about his handicaps. I pray that he will always try his hardest and throw his heart into life, accepting the things he can't do with grace while vigorously pursing the things that he CAN do. I pray that he will be a glass-half-full type of person.
It's actually been harder for me to process this diagnosis than I was prepared for.. and I finally realized it's because I am his MOM now. I was fully and completely prepared for this sort of diagnosis a whole year ago, and I stayed "prepared" through all of the initial meetings with doctors and the referrals from one medical specialist to another. But somewhere in the midst of all those appointments and tests, this little boy became my SON in every sense of the word. When I sat in that room with the neurologist reviewing the MRIs last week, we were talking about MY son. Aahhhh. The transformation that happens to our hearts when we become mothers is remarkable. I have been going through all of the emotions of processing this diagnosis as if I were hearing for the first time that my son has a neurological disorder; I'm hearing it and processing it as a mommy, not as a prospective adopting parent. It's so personal now. I'm glad I finally realized my need to process it as such because then I felt released to grieve for what I needed to — just as I would have if Joanna had been diagnosed with a rare brain disorder at twenty months.
Before I close this very long post, I just have so say again what an AWESOME kid Henry is!! I can't say enough about how grateful I am to have been blessed with the amazing privilege of just knowing him… much less the indescribable joy of raising him!! I realize more every day how amazing God was to lead us down the twisty road to a little country on the west coast of Africa and to this little peanut of a kid with an unknown medical condition at the time. He brings such life to our family!!
Thank you, God, for my beautiful son.
Just call this a completely random post! It should be separated into two or three individual posts, but I've not had the time to write them separately, so united they shall be.
First of all, please continue to pray for Henry's sweet Liberian "foster sister" Ellie. She is still in ICU from major surgery last Wednesday and her body needs to heal up to prepare for more surgery next week. It has been heart-wrenching to read her mom's account of this difficult process. I can hardly imagine how difficult it must be for them. They so appreciate all the prayer being offered up on their daughter's behalf — please continue to pray, and if you don't know her, please take a moment to jump over to her mom's blog.
As far as our week has been… (oh, wait, is it already the start of another one??? Where DID the last one go??) Henry went in for his MRIs on Thursday morning. It took a lot longer than we thought it would and he ended up being "under" for almost four hours — but supposedly they got all four scans and hopefully we'll hear very soon about what's really going on inside that brain of his. He was so confused and disoriented when he woke up in the recovery room. He didn't seem to recognize me at first and was crying such a sad little cry — it was hard not being able to comfort him and I was relieved when he was finally aware enough to know me and be comforted. Thankfully he had no negative side effects from the anesthetic and he was back to his usual LOUD jovial self just hours later! 🙂
The MRI's were done in Spokane and we were there several days; but we're back home now, and hopefully will be able to stay home for a while! I can tell that all the traveling we've been doing lately for Henry's appointments is starting to catch up with the kids. We need a little down time to re-establish some rhythm and routine.
Last week we had the privilege of meeting an awesome woman and I wanted to share a link to her website. She started a small orphanage in Mozambique a few years ago and currently takes care of forty kids. She takes in older children, and they have become like a large family. We were invited to listen to her share at a local church and I am SO very glad we went. She has such an amazing heart for Africa and she is so humble and real and strong all at the same time. It was a huge blessing listening to her share stories about the kids in her orphanage and the ways God has provided miraculously for them. She went over to Africa with a strong call and vision to start an orphanage, but without really knowing how things were going to unfold. The story of how the orphanage came to be is so inspiring. We were able to spend some time talking with her afterward and it was one of those connections that we knew immediately God had orchestrated. She told us to come on over to Mozambique and spend some time at the orphanage and we told her we'll see! We are still just seeking God about the next season of our lives. We feel like we'll end up in Africa for part of it… but we really want to be sensitive and walk through the right open doors. Anyway, here's the link to her web-page. http://houseofblessingmoz.com/index.html
Peter and I are still researching and writing plans for the non-profit business (Liberia-related) that we've spoken to several of you about. We are getting pretty excited about it and are trying to finish all the paperwork soon so we can share more. Check back for an update next week! (How's that for a shameless plug? 🙂 )
(Wow — this IS a random post! I warned you!)
I loved the feedback on my last post — I was surprised by all the enthusiasm toward green smoothies and rawness. Yay! We decided to start our raw week today, so we are officially on day one of 100% raw and we're feeling great (other than typical bizarre cravings…) I will try to post recipes soon — on-line accountability always helps with dedication and enthusiasm! 🙂 — but I won't complicate this random post further by sharing now.
And finally, I've been wanting to share this little video clip from our day up at Red last Saturday for all you boarders that didn't make it to a mountain this season (especially you, sis — I've missed you this year!) We took the camera to shoot some video for Jo to show her where mommy and daddy go all day with our funny boards (she's fascinated by them.) She loved it! The video is really bumpy and the quality is not-so-great, but oh well — we're total amateurs at filming. You get the point. This is a chunk from the middle… heading out toward Roots and Cambodia for those that know the mountain (the names of back-country runs crack me up… "needles" "shoots" "beer belly" "cambodia" "ledges" — who names them anyway?)
Well, I guess I didn't do a very good job communicating earlier about Henry's appointment. I had several people ask for clarification. I've talked to so many friends and family in person about it that I forgot to be really specific for those that just pop in here every now and then…
So here goes:
The bottom line is that it looks to the specialist that Henry's non-functioning arm is the result of nerve damage in the shoulder. He is not a candidate for nerve surgery; so unless a miracle occurs, he will never regain the use of his arm. The damage is permanent. We are getting the MRIs this week to find out "officially" whether there is any brain damage causing additional issues in his body (resulting in Cerebral Palsy.)
Hopefully that is more clear. When I said I was processing, I meant I was having to deal with the reality that it's a permanent condition. We've been trying to hold on to hope and stay optimistic that therapy and/or surgery would help him regain even just a little use of it. Like I said, I have thoughts that I will share later…
Right now though, I'm going to follow up on a fun tag! Brandi tagged me to share ten random things — and I probably would have passed if it had been about me (since I am sure you have had all you can take of random Amberness between my 100 things and the weird tag!) but I couldn't pass on this one since she said to include Peter. I don't write enough about my husband on here… so in no particular order, here are ten random things about him:
1.) Peter twirls his hair when it's long enough. Drives me nuts, so I always bug him to get it cut and keep it short. I have come to realize after five years of marriage that it is a completely unconscious habit — he really can't help himself! 🙂
2.) He was born and raised in Phoenix, Arizona. I think this contributed to his ability to thrive in really hot weather and his love of Mexican food.
3.) I always tease him that he must have been born with a phone on his ear! Seriously, the guy is a communicator and is on the phone a LOT (most of it is work-related, although sometimes he talks to MY friends for a while before handing the phone to me!) It actually works out pretty well for us, because I am not much of a phone talker — so it balances out in the end. At least I always know I can get in contact with him if I need to!
4.) He is a chronic sleep-walker and sleep-talker. At least once or twice a month I wake to him saying something totally off the wall in his sleep — or else getting dressed because he thinks someone is in our house at three in the morning! I have had some FUNNY conversations with him that he totally does not remember!
5.) Peter loves people and is one of those kind of guys that makes friends instantly. He just knows what to say to put people at ease and he genuinely enjoys meeting new people and developing new relationships. He is really great with kids too — they instantly warm up to him. I think part of it is because he is definitely still a kid at heart.
6.) He has a great sense of humor and has such a contagious laugh when something strikes him funny. I crack up just listening to him.
7.) Peter plays the keyboard off and on with one of our worship teams at church. He also heads up the sound team. I think it's great that he knows what all those knobs and switches control on the board and that he can mix sound… it seems really complicated to me.
8.) He's pretty opinionated and if you get him started you'd better be ready for a lively discussion! (very different from my peace-maker personality…) He loves listening to talk radio and calls in! Yes — he is that crazy Peter from WA state that you may have heard on the air… Ha! :0)
9.) He has blown out both knees on separate occasions (one while playing soccer, one while snowboarding.) After a couple surgeries, he's back to both sports — albeit carefully! He also has two herniated discs in his lower back from an injury in high school. I am amazed by how much he does with chronic low back pain. You really wouldn't know it by how active he is.
10.) He's very optimistic and willing to takes risks. I love that he thinks outside the box and is adventurous enough to approach things from an unconventional standpoint.
So there ya go… a little randomness about my hubby.
Okay… first things first.
Before I share my millions and millions of pictures from our road trip and weekend with the Z's (well, actually, not QUITE that many pictures — but close! 🙂 ) I need to do a quick update on Henry's medical appointment.
First of all, thanks to all who e-mailed and called to let us know that you were praying. We so appreciate our friends — the e-ones and the ones in person…
We feel so fortunate to have been able to see this particular specialist. It was a small miracle that Henry was able to get in on such short notice… and we are very aware of that. I ended up staying back at the hotel with Joanna on Friday morning while Peter took Henry to the doctor, so this is a second-hand update. Peter was very impressed by how thoroughly the whole team handled the appointment. Henry was evaluated, examined and observed by several key people who have helped a lot of children with BPI injuries.
At the end of the evaluation, the specialist said that he did not feel Henry is a candidate for nerve graft surgery. Not only is he past the window of time, but it is a severe brachial plexus injury; so in all reality, he most likely would not ever have been a candidate, even if we had brought him home sooner. The doctor did say that he still wants us to get the MRIs done and he will look at them closely to see if he has missed something. I guess there is also the possibility of a tendon surgery in Henry's hand down the road that might give him some limited use of his hand (some opening and closing function) — but he has to be a little older before we'll know about that one.
The specialist agreed with the general opinion of the doctors at Shriner's — he doesn't think Henry has CP either. He said that the weakness in Henry's left leg is likely the result of additional nerve damage in his spine… as is the slight head tilt. (Actually all of Henry's CP symptoms are also classic symptoms of spinal nerve damage — we won't know if it's cerebral damage or nerve damage until we get the MRIs)
The surgeon wants to look over the MRI of Henry's spine to see if there is any possibility of nerve surgery for his leg, but he said that he felt Henry will be walking without a limp even if he does nothing (*little side note: Henry's now taking five or six steps independently many times throughout the day — he will be running by summer at this rate!!)
So… that's that.
I have lots of thoughts… but I am still processing and praying and will probably ramble about it some time in the future.


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Washington point guard John Wall mentioned there was a point in Sunday's game that he couldn't breathe due to the intensity of his first playoff experience, but the squad was able to muster up enough energy to pick up a 102-93 victory over Chicago as 4.5-point road underdogs.
The Wizards point guard finished with 16 points and 6 assists, which happened to be below his regular season averages of 20.7 and 8 respectively in those categories in three meetings.
NBA handicappers will find that the franchise is 12-22 SU and 16-17-1 ATS when playing against a team with a winning record.
Where's the defense?
Chicago led the NBA in scoring defense and was second in opponent field goal percentage entering the postseason, but head coach Tom Thibodeau watched his club allow 102 points on 48 percent shooting, while also getting outrebounded by a 45-39 margin.
It's important to point out that the Bulls were able to control the Wizards starting backcourt consisting of Wall and Bradley Beal, as the duo went 7-for-25 from the field.
Over the last two-plus seasons, the squad is 41-42 SUATS versus foes that average 99 or more points per game.
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From way downtown
The Wizards finished the regular season strong by going 19-11 after the All-Star break—averaging 103.0 points per game while holding foes to 99.2 points per contest over that span.
Washington has the ability of running away with this series if it continues shooting well from beyond the arc, as it ranked tied for fourth in the league in knocking down 38 percent of its attempts from beyond the arc.
Uphill climb
Since 1946-47, the team that wins Game 1 of a best-of-seven series has gone on to advance 77.3 percent of the team.
The Bulls certainly face an uphill climb at this point, but they'll likely lean on their 118-44 SU all-time postseason record when playing in the Windy City.
I'm going to recommend that readers back the Wizards as one of their NBA playoff picks, as the underdog has covered the number in the last five meetings.
Sports bettors will also find that the No. 5 seed is 31-29 in series matchups with the fourth-seeded team since the current format of 16 teams was instituted in 1984.
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A discovery made in the late 1920's that an asymmetric capacitor charged with high DC voltage (over 20 kilovolts) creates a vector propulsion force in the direction of one of the capacitors' poles. The effect was later called "The Biefeld-Brown Effect" after the inventors who continued to research it until the 1950s. Some researchers in the field attributed the energy source to what they termed an "ion wind" generated by ionization of the air molecules inside the capacitor, causing them to move in only one direction with a subsequent propulsion force in the opposite direction. Other researchers claim that the force created by the "ion wind" is too weak to produce the expected propulsion (up to three orders of magnitude greater) thereby leaving the energy source still unexplained. In addition, different results were observed in a vacuum (on some occasions a propulsion force was observed, while on other occasions none was). Various experimental devices, up to several hundred grams in weight, have been successfully constructed in recent decades to display the capabilities of this effect, by either hovering or moving in the air. These models have been called by different names such as "Ionic Thruster / EHD Thruster / Lifter". Advantages of the LIFTER: low weight, needs no fuel, quiet operation, tremendous acceleration, simple operation and navigation, operable both in the atmosphere and in outer space. Research here has been stalled for several reasons. To this day, the capabilities of the LIFTER as a useful flight utensil are unrecognized. Successful research could effect a sweeping change in atmospheric and space propulsion as known today. I believe this can be realized in the near future. Kindly read my research at http://www.hamataraemet.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/Lifter-research-draft-4.pdf for further details.
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The University awards two kinds of honors distinction at graduation.
The first is based on a student's overall GPA and is awarded automatically at graduation. The qualifying GPAs are computed each year with a formula involving the GPAs of the last graduating class of each school or college.
The second form of honors is awarded by individual departments to students who successfully complete a departmental honors program and maintain a minimum GPA. The minimum GPA requirement in Media Studies is a 3.5 overall and 3.5 in the major. Students who meet this requirement are eligible to enroll in our Media Studies H195 Honors Colloquium, which is offered only in the spring semester each year. Students who maintain the required GPA and complete a thesis of "superior distinction," will be awarded departmental honors at graduation.
Media Studies H195 – Honors Colloquium
In order to participate in the honors program, you must:
1. Be able to graduate with 3.5 GPA in the major and overall. This means that at the time of the enrollment in the honors program, you must meet the minimum 3.5 GPA requirements. If you need help calculating your possible future GPA please refer to the GPA calculator on the Media Studies website or see the supervising faculty.
2. Be in your final spring semester at Berkeley.
3. Have taken a methods course prior to the enrollment in the honors program.
4. Have completed, or be concurrently enrolled in, all of the core courses.
5. Attend the informational meeting in the fall or schedule an appointment with
supervising faculty during the fall semester.
6. Attend the first honors seminar in the spring – date and time to be posted on schedule of classes – with your preliminary bibliography and a 1-page project proposal completed. (Details will be given at the informational meeting.)
In order to graduate with honors after completion of the honors project you must maintain the minimum GPA requirement through graduation and complete the honors thesis colloquium with an "A."
We encourage students with superior records to participate in the honors program. The thesis should be the culmination of the work that you have done in the Media Studies major and it should be drawn from the base of knowledge that you have acquired in your studies. In addition, it should involve original research and thinking on significant issues in the field of Media Studies. A superior thesis is conceptually well-formulated and organized, thoroughly researched and documented and, of course, very well-written. The minimum length requirement is 40 pages. While this may sound daunting if you have only written 5 to 15-page papers for previous classes, most students have found that length is not a problem when they are writing on a topic that is of vital interest to them. Early formulation of your topic and timely development of your research are the keys to a successful honors thesis.


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You are What you Eat
"The spiritual life is a call to action. But it is a call to ... action without any selfish attachment to the results."
-- Eknath Easwaran
If I can be quite honest with you; I'm being called. And the voice that started out in gentle dulcet tones is now up to a dull roar. Since I am clairaudient, I usually can discern what direction I'm being pulled in, but this…this is different.
I thought this was getting back to using my herbs…and it is. I thought this was doing more healing…and it is. I thought this was about maybe becoming a Weight Watchers leader…and it is. I thought this was about eating more local food…and it is.
Confused…yeah, so was I. I really had to focus to understand what would tie all these separate issues together into one cohesive whole.
I have an ND (Doctor of Naturopathy). I am a certified herbalist, Bach essence practitioner and Reiki Master.
Really, if I could practice healing full time…it would be the perfect vocation. But…I just haven't found a venue that allows me to do what I love and make enough to help support our family.
So when the Goddess started urging me in a direction I was hesitant…as if I know what is best for me? I had to swallow all that fear that comes with branching off of what one knows and listen with an open mind and heart.
It seems that the path I'm on may have many spokes but at the heart of them is the fuel that allows us to exist…food. What we eat determines how hale and hearty we are. When what we consume cannot fulfill the needs a functioning body has, then something within us suffers. Poor digestion interferes with nutrient breakdown, absorption and metabolism; it allows toxins to remain in the body and accumulate; and over-stresses the body
For example, heavily processed food requires the support of more pancreatic enzymes (the enzymes that aid in digestive processes) then whole foods. This causes an imbalance in our systems that we may not even be aware of. Some of the symptoms of this imbalance are: gas, bloating, muscle pain, skin disorders, insomnia, constipation, diarrhea and heartburn.
This progression steals enzymes from the immune system to help with the digestive process…thus weakening the immune system. If the digestive process becomes sluggish, then the toxic load that it usually filters out, becomes yet another hardship for it to handle. The weakened immune system then has trouble fighting off the excess free radicals (every day toxins)…and then the whole system is compromised.
Okay, so I'm sure you're like…this is fascinating Ruinwen but what is your point?
I'm going to get my certification as a Nutritionist. I took a class in it for my ND. I've learned so much about healthy eating over the years. And it really ties together everything I want to do and hope to become.
Yes, I'm scared about fitting in classes into an already crammed life…yes, it is a bit of money but I have to trust the Goddess to provide and to know what is best for me.
A Nutritionist certification opens doors for me that were previously closed and it only upgrades my ND work. It will come in handy if I become a WW leader. It will only benefit my family and help us in our journey to good health.
I find nutrition fascinating. There are so many parts of this course that I really think I will enjoy. I can't wait to learn more on the healing power of foods.
So this blog is going to become even more diversified as I start a new leg of my journey.
Finally, an amazing piece of news…Dad sold the house pretty much right after it went on the market. I'm sooo happy that it won't be there to vex him. I wish the new owners blessings and I hope it is a haven of serenity and happiness.
Have a wonderful weekend!
Note: The above snow is the kind I really love; cherry blossoms scattered everywhere changing the concrete to a hue of pink.
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OP-ED | In Winsted, Leaving Expensive Messes For Others To Clean Up
by Terry Cowgill | Jul 10, 2015 5:30am
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Posted to: Analysis, Education, Local Politics, Opinion, Poverty, Taxes, Winsted
You know you've hit rock bottom when the state of Connecticut has to come in and clean up your municipal mess. Contrary to popular belief, the state hates to pilot the local ship. It's expensive, it's a distraction and it evinces the supercilious paternalism of big brother.
But judging by news coverage and social media, most residents of the Litchfield County town of Winchester, commonly known as Winsted, are breathing a sigh of relief now that the state Department of Education has decided once and for all to ride into town and assume management of Winsted's miserable school system.
Some observers, including yours truly, had hoped the state would take over the entire beleaguered town. After all, officials in both Town Hall and school headquarters have been lurching from crisis to crisis for years. From the theft of millions of dollars by the town's finance director to $720,000 in missing special education funds to a string of firings and resignations among senior school district administrators, the few capable people left in town government have been overwhelmed by the chaos and ineptitude that has surrounded them.
In November 2013, the state Department of Education was investigating the town for failing to meet the state's minimum budget requirement, while the superintendent told parents and taxpayers the town's public schools might close by Christmas for lack of cash.
In justifying his support of the takeover, state Rep. Andrew Fleischmann, the West Hartford Democrat who co-chairs the General Assembly's education committee, told The Courant that Winsted is "facing more challenges than any district I've witnessed while in the legislature . . . I mean, everything has been going wrong . . . It's a horrendously mismanaged district and we're hoping the receiver can straighten things out."
And that's saying a lot. Four years ago, the state Education Department took over the schools in Windham, a hardscrabble town similar to Winsted. Pushed by the General Assembly, the state dissolved the Hartford Board of Education and took control of its schools in 1997 — the first such takover in state history. And of course, the state began its ill-fated seizure of the troubled Bridgeport system in 2011 — an action that was later overturned on a technicality by the state Supreme Court.
So Fleischmann, who has been in office since 1995, knows whereof he speaks. He's seen his share of "horrendously mismanaged" school districts. And so have I. Disclosure: for more than five years, I worked as the development director for The Gilbert School, Winsted's quasi-public junior-senior high school, and saw firsthand the incompetence and turmoil that precipitated the state's drastic but justifiable action. Fortunately, the emerging Gilbert has been in much better hands than the town's public system and so will not be directly subjected to the strong arm of the state.
In justifying the takeover, a Department of Education spokesperson cited an "egregious lack of fiscal oversight" and mismanagement, if not actual criminal activity. But the best rationale for seizing control is to protect the district's 1,000 or so students, 60 percent of whom qualify for free-or-reduced price lunches and almost 20 percent of whom require special education services.
Ironically, the Winsted Taxpayers Association, whose mantra is "lower taxes and less government," will instead see higher taxes and more government. Inasmuch as the town is broke and taxpayers wouldn't approve increased education spending anyway, the receiver appointed by the education commissioner will now have oversight of the school budget. That means the state itself will impose large tax increases in a town that for years has had a flat budget that barely meets the state minimum budget requirements, if that.
Flat budgets have resulted in lower wages in the Winsted schools than in surrounding communities, which makes competent people hard to attract and retain, which has in part caused the disaster the town is now facing.
Message to the town's naysayers: you've made your bed; now you must lie in it.
Contributing op-ed columnist Terry Cowgill lives in Lakeville, blogs at ctdevilsadvocate.com and is news editor of The Berkshire Record in Great Barrington, Mass. Follow him on Twitter @terrycowgill.
DISCLAIMER: The views, opinions, positions, or strategies expressed by the author are theirs alone, and do not necessarily reflect the views, opinions, or positions of CTNewsJunkie.com.
Tags: state takeover, winsted, winchester, State Department of Education, Andrew Fleischmann, terry cowgill, dh
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posted by: shinningstars122 | July 11, 2015 1:34pm
@Terry we all love it when you only tell half the story about the challenges facing Winsted.
Yes the Board of Ed and the Superintendent royally screwed up, not the Town Manager or the Board of Selectmen who only see one line item of the the total amount requested are not entirely to blame.
Many other towns have similarly structure divisions of accountability between the town and board of Ed.
Until you can actually go through the Board of Ed budget line by line I would not simply have a knee jerk reaction that taxes will go up because of state receivership.
Clearly the majority of voters in town want that to change.
Yes it has created serious problems beyond what this current board and Superintendent are capable of managing, so many here do welcome the state stepping in as it is in the town's best interests for the long term.
As for you dissing on Winsted, the town is not running out of money. The voters recently voted in a new $32.8 million dollar budget with barely a 1% increase in the mill rate.
In 2014 the grand list actually expanded too.
The Board of selectman and Town Manger are working to build up the fund balance and have begun work on repairing roads.
Granted the Board of Ed will have to repay the state $720,000 plus the negative deficit for the current fiscal year.
It is also an achievable goal to restore our Bond rating as well.
We have hired a new Police Chief, last year a new Public Works director was hired along with a new fiance director.
From what you write you think their was a loss of will in our community but far from it sir as many of like minded residents support the positive changes that are occurring at Whiting Mills, the AMP, Morsel Monk opening on Main Street and the soon to be opened American Museum of Tort Law to just name a few.
Yes it has been a slow and argduous climb back from the Centrella theft and now we, not you sir, will have to deal with these new challenges.
So Terry in the mean time please just do us all a favor and just move to Great Barrington.
posted by: SocialButterfly | July 13, 2015 10:26am
@shinningstars122: The views of Terry Cowgill are not your problem "as you are definately not-a-problem solver!"
posted by: CTDeeJay | July 13, 2015 7:45pm
Is it just me or does it seem Centrella hasn't been the only embezzler in Winsted the last few years? How does $720k just go missing without a criminal investigation being launched? Maybe everyone's waiting for the receiver to ask for one but I'd think if you need to call in a receiver then the investigation should be underway before that.
And this whole thing seems to have been taken lightly with little notice outside of Winsted or the capitol. Last I knew receiverships were rare, why does everyone involved seem to act as though it's routine and no big deal? How did it get through legislature with no one noticing until it was passed?


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Study Finds 5.5% Gain at Establishments That Take the Menu Plunge; 'It's a Business Imperative'
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There is some encouraging news about consumer choices in a recent study conducted by the Hudson Institute. As reported by the Wall Street Journal "The study found that restaurants that increased lower-calorie servings experienced an average 5.5% increase in same-store sales. That compared with a 5.5% decrease among chains selling fewer lower-calorie servings." One of the benefits of connected health is to increase health literacy and specifically to engage more consumers with their own health. We will fail in our efforts to improve healthcare access and lower costs unless we also reduce avoidable demand for services. I love technology and innovation but we have to use all our tools and that includes making (good) health an attractive choice for consumer spending.
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A U.S. regulator says he thinks something nefarious or illegal occurred at brokerage firm MF Global. The company declared bankruptcy last month.
A Democratic member of the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission tells Reuters regulators are closer to finding out what happened to roughly $600 million in missing customer money. At least two lawsuits have been filed on behalf of shareholders against MF executives, including ex-CEO Jon Corzine, the former Democratic senator and governor of New Jersey.
There has been little coverage of this story on the big three networks, despite this being the eighth largest bankruptcy in U.S. history.
NBC has aired just four stories on morning and evening newscasts since the bankruptcy. CBS -- a total of two. And ABC has had no coverage on its evening news, but reported Corzine's resignation in one line during the November 4th morning show.
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North Korea is trying to break into the tourism industry. However if you are expecting Internet access, cell phone use or pictures of everyday life, you should just stay home.
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And finally, Republican presidential candidate Herman Cain has had bit of a rough week. He has been answering questions on foreign policy after a halting answer to a question on Libya during a newspaper editorial board meeting.
Today in Miami it wasn't foreign policy, but foreign languages that Cain appeared to have trouble with. While snacking on Cuban food, he said this:
HERMAN CAIN, REPUBLICAN PRESIDENTIAL CANDIDATE: How do you say delicious in Cuban?
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Delicioso is of course "delicious" in Spanish, the official language of Cuba.


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DISCLAIMER: I AM NOT TAMORA PIERCE! THIS ALSO APPLIES TO ALL FURTHER CHAPTERS Thanks guys! :)
Ok! A big hello to everyone who has been waiting for my sequel to Granddaughter to the Lioness, I hope that you will like this! If you haven't read the first part of this, I would suggest it cos this may not make much sense otherwise – cos I can't really be stuffed to explain all about her at the start of this, it kinda gets boring, plus I know that u guys would rather me get on with the story… so here goes.
OK last thing – this is 3 months after Adalia was knighted.
Chapter One: Balls and Boredom
"GET BACK HERE OR ELSE!!" The shriek ripped through the palace in Tortall, and momentarily there seemed to be a general halt in conversation as nobles and servants alike paused and cringed at the all too familiar voice, the all too familiar scream.
The Lioness, face black with rage, stomped out of her room. Scattering the lingering servants and scaring off the nobles, she was a woman on a mission. Even past her prime, the Lioness was able to strike fear in the hearts of each and every person that was unfortunate enough to arouse her infamous temper. It didn't matter that she was currently attired in a soft violet dress, no one could mistake the fact that Tortall's first lady knight was on the war path.
"EEEKKK!" Screamed the unfortunate 18 year old that was currently the subject of her grandmother's temper. She was racing down the corridors at breakneck pace, using her crow side to escape from Alanna's wrath. At that moment, it didn't matter that she could, in fact, best her grandmother in a duel or a running competition, she was afraid for her life.
Alanna, unfortunately, heard the shriek and set off running in that direction.
A few moments later, the young woman burst into the mess hall, frantically searching for somewhere to hide. In a split second decision, her face melted into an aloof grin as she calmly – albeit swiftly – sauntered over to her fellow knights and friends.
Her friends had heard Alanna's scream, and noticed the urgency with which their entertaining friend had burst into the mess and were curious as to why Alanna was chasing her this time.
While Adalia was walking over to them, she gained quite a few curious looks that she either ignored or didn't notice. Her friends scrutinised her violet eyes which were currently glinting with a mixture of horror and amusement. Her raven black hair was pulled back messily into a pony tail, and she was wearing breaches and a shirt – the standard attire for a lady knight. They also noticed the small shield shaped badge that was displayed on her shirt – proudly supporting a somehow mischievous crow on a violet field, surround by a distaff border.
As Adalia paced toward her friends, she couldn't help but notice their barely concealed amusement.
Her best friends were all knights, and they included two of her year mates - Dameon of Naxen, tall and wiry with light blue eyes and dark blond hair that was cropped short, and Kaden of Trebond, the shortest of her knight friends with dark hazel eyes and rumpled bronze hair. A year older than her were Charlie of Masbolle, his sapphire eyes curious, his dark brown hair hanging messily to his shoulders, as well as Kula of Queenscove, the third girl to try and succeed to attain her shield, with her emerald eyes unable to conceal the amusement that her face didn't betray. Daniel of Goldenlake and Malories Peak, who took after his father in massive height but had his mother's eyes and temper, and Nathan of Olau, his deep brown eyes confused, were two years older than herself. All their eyes on her was more than a slightly disconcerting feeling, but she was more than used to it by now – this would happen every time during there page years when they would suspect that she pulled a prank on their training master, Lord Padraig.
(Anyway) As Adalia casually settled herself into a chair next to Daniel, and they all noticed that she was careful to be out of sight of the doors. She grinned and fluttered her fingers in greeting exclaiming, "Hey guys! Fancy meeting you here!"
Daniel raised an eyebrow in amusement, and said exasperatedly, "Adalia, what have you done this time?"
Adalia did an accurate impression of shock and put a hand to her mouth to conceal a grin, "Whatever are you talking about?"
A few of them snorted but Kula raised an eyebrow, "Come on, just tell us. Or else we'll go get Alanna."
Adalia flinched and changed her expression to a pout and mock whined, "Awe that's not fair Kula."
She raised an eyebrow and Adalia sighed and dropped her façade.
"Fine. Shetriedtogetmetogototheballtonight." Adalia said it really fast, to get the worst over with, just like one pulls off a bandaid.
Kula's face was as impassive as a stone as she stared down her stubborn friend, "What was that? I didn't quite catch it."
Adalia cringed and took a big breath, and said the next words extremely slowly, just like one was talking to someone with a brain injury, "She was trying to get me to go to the ball tonight."
Kula rolled her eyes, "Adalia, all knights have to go to the ball tonight. I would have thought that by now you'd have gotten over you're avoidance of formal occasions."
Adalia crossed her arms, "I'm not some air headed court dandy that is at the beck and call of their Majesties. I have better things to do than attend balls where I am looked over like a piece of meat. It is ridiculous."
Kula raised her eyebrows and said carefully, "Adalia, I know that I don't have to remind you, but you've pretty much sacred off all the nobles that do that. For some reason, they don't find it endearing to have you beat them up."
Adalia smirked and said satisfactorily, "I know. But even if they don't approach, I still catch them staring." She then shuddered and added grumpily, "It's unnerving. I never asked to be like this."
The guys were all chuckling, remembering that the infirmary had been packed with those unfortunate nobles, and the running bet on just how much knights Adalia would manage to beat up within certain time limits. That had all happened after the first ball she had attended, during her squire years. For some reason, the idiots seemed to have temporarily forgotten just how strong she was, and they suffered miserably.
Kula sighed, "Come on, you need to back me up. Besides, don't you wanna show off for Rye? He is coming back tonight."
Adalia seemed slightly mollified by this, even though she was already intensely aware that he was coming back tonight. Her face smoothed as she remembered his stormy grey eyes, rumpled brown hair and crooked grin. His full name was Rikash Sàlmàlin, the son of Daine and Numair – he was a strong mage and had inherited a mix of wild magic and regular magic, although it wasn't as strong as his parents. They were extremely close, and had been courting since her squire years. Although it wasn't quite as simple as that, they were still going strong, and were very much in love.
Kula saw Adalia's moment of indecision and hurriedly continued her persuasion, "Come on, Ady. You know it will be ok."
Adalia crossed her arms, scowling at the nickname and logic. Kula sensed a victory and said one last thing, "You may have a chance to beat up more chauvinistic pigs."
Adalia sighed and slumped in her chair in defeat.
Kula allowed an amused smile to spread across her face, as the boys were all mockingly faking astonishment. Charlie, his mouth hanging open, said, "This must be a ground breaking development! Ady is agreeing to go to a ball without divine intervention! Wow."
Adalia scowled and hit the back of his head, saying "Shut up" half heartedly.
Unfortunately, the whole reason Adalia was hiding out in this mess hall burst through the doors, instantly halting all conversation. She seemed to sense where Adalia was, for her head swivelled around, and upon spotting her granddaughter slouched in her chair, she stalked over.
Adalia was cringing under Alanna's wrathful gaze as she stopped right behind her. She built up her mettle and met those ferocious violet eyes with her own, forcing herself to appear surprised. Alanna smiled, but it held no warmth, only satisfaction, as she forced Adalia to follow.
Adalia hesitantly got up and followed her grandmother out of the mess.
Once the doors were closed, Alanna scowled at Adalia and said menacingly, "Adalia. If I have to go to this damn ball then you do as well!"
Adalia put up her hands in surrender, "Fine. But you can't say anything if I beat up any of the pigs."
Alanna laughed in amusement, all traces of her infamous temper gone, "Deal."
An hour later Adalia was intensely regretting agreeing to attend the ball. Alanna, who was beside her, was not looking any happier, even though she was the one to force her granddaughter to attend.
Adalia had endured poking, prodding, makeup and a whole other series of unspeakable horrors to be deemed acceptable for the formal event. Fortunately she had vehemently refused to wear a corset, and obviously remembering that last time, when she had pulled a dagger on the poor maid who had attempted to force her into one, she was grudgingly allowed to avoid that. At that time, she had been trying to hide her beauty, but thanks to divine intervention – which was almost insufficient – she had been forced to attend a ball. It was the Goddess's fault – Adalia had been conscripted to change the conservative's minds, in which had been successful. Now all she wanted was to be left alone.
Unfortunately (to her), Adalia had looks to rival a young Thayet, which was apparently part of the reason that the Goddess had chosen her to change the conservative's minds – her still being seen as beautiful demonstrated that lady knights were just as eligible as the regular court lady… even though Adalia herself goes to lengths to avoid suitors – besides Rye, of course.
Suited out in a floor length violet gown, Adalia was scowling and grudgingly allowing herself to be led into the banquet that would take place before the dance. She reluctantly took her seat, slightly comforted by the fact that all her friends were at the table as well.
The eating part went by practically painlessly, due to the easy conversation and joking on their part. Unfortunately, this meant that the dancing came quickly, and before she realised it, Adalia was being swept with her friends into a large room. She made her way to the wall, carefully avoiding all eyes that lingered on her.
With her back safely to the wall, she allowed herself a sigh of relief – and then she heard her friends break into laughter. She opened her eyes and narrowed them at her friends, all of which were watching her in amusement. "Oh sure. You all have fun at my expense. Just wait till I get you out on the practise courts - see if you'll be laughing then." She threatened.
Instantly they quieted, all traces of humour gone at the thought of being forced to duel with their friend. Since she was half crow, Adalia was scarily strong and fast, which made her a formidable opponent… and that's putting it lightly.
Adalia grinned satisfactorily, and then decided to lighten the atmosphere, "So, have you guys been assigned anything to do? It has been three months since I've been knighted, and the King doesn't seem to have any interesting missions – he's just been sending me with the Own. Talk about boring."
Kula shook her head, "Adalia, you've been bugging Roald so much that he hasn't had anything big worth sending knights out after – it's good that we have peace, but there seems to be nothing besides border patrols for us to do, which we have all accepted. I think he sends you out with the Own just so you don't terrorise the court."
Adalia smiled sheepishly while Charlie and Kaden chuckled – they had been in the castle the day she had decided to have fun with the nobles… let's just say that blue was a very common colour, and not on hair. Of course, non of this was ever linked directly to Adalia, and it added to a growing list of unexplainable occurances.
"Well, you can't expect me to do nothing. Flick, my very own Evil Personal Shang, has had me helping to train the pages, but that only takes up so much time… I became a knight for adventure, not for hanging around the palace getting out of shape."
Charlie raised his eyebrows in disbelief, "Adalia, you've practically been living at the training courts – I don't think there is a knight left in the whole palace that you haven't faced and beaten – you've even been going out and consorting with thieves, just to get new opponents."
Adalia scratched her chin, "What can I say? Granddad introduced me to some of them and it is interesting watching all their power struggles. A few of them are truly working for the good of the people – I like the current Rogue." She raised her eyebrow at Nathan, who was suddenly preoccupied. Kula watched this exchange with interest.
Dameon cut in, "Ady, you shouldn't be consorting with thieves, you're a noble."
She shrugged indifferently, "We're all people."
He sighed but didn't say anything.
All of her friends but one had gone to dance, leaving Adalia and Kula on the sidelines. Adalia was tense, and was glaring at some of the nobles that seemed to be continuously watching her. Suddenly she muttered to Kula, "Do you mind if I go beat up that guy over there? He's looking at me creepily."
She started to stomp off purposefully, but was stopped as Kula grabbed her arm. "Adalia, don't. He's going away. You beat him up last time, remember?"
Adalia looked back at Kula confusedly, head cocked to the side, "I did?"
Kula rolled her eyes, "Adalia, you've pretty much beaten them all up at one time or another, let it go."
"Fine." Adalia said reluctantly, glaring once more at the man and turning her back on the room. It was then that she noticed her friend seemed a little off. "Kula, whats wrong?" She asked bluntly.
Pink seemed to creep over her best friend's face, and she tried to avoid her eye contact. "Nothing. Nothing at all."
Adalia examined her friend's features. In order to avoid eye contact her head was turned upwards, because of Adalia being almost half a head shorter. She looked stunning in the emerald dress – it seemed she had not been as fortunate as Adalia and had been forced into a corset. Adalia put a hand to her own chin and scrutinized Kula's expression, trying to decide what could be wrong.
Suddenly, a thought occurred to her, "Kula, you aren't courting, are you?"
Upon seeing her friend's delicate blush deepen, she realised that she had hit something. Adalia raised a questioning eyebrow at her friend, who was suddenly looking longingly towards the exit. Adalia lowered her voice, "Who is it? Who do you like?"
Kula's eyes were frantic as she searched for a way out, as well as looking around to see that they couldn't be overheard. Adalia nodded in understanding, "You don't have to tell me, don't worry. Just, if you want anyone to talk to, know that I'm here. Kay?"
Kula relaxed and said, "Thanks, but it's nothing."
Adalia nodded, even though she could tell her friend probably needed to talk. It was just then that someone slipped an arm around her waist. She shrieked and grabbed the offender, twisting the arm so she could see her attacker.
What she was met with was a very amused Rye, wincing at the grip she had on his arm. Instead of dropping it, she hissed, "What are you doing, surprising me like that? Seriously, you wouldn't have liked the next place I was going to kick you – you know better than to sneak up on me when I am at a ball!"
He made a show of yanking his arm out of her grip, his face turning to a teasing pout, "But I was so enthralled with your beauty that I couldn't help it! Ady, aren't you glad to see that I'm back in one piece?"
She rolled her eyes and swatted his arm, "Ever the Player. But don't think that gets you off the hook – you're just lucky I realised it was you, else you'd be stuck in the infirmary! Oh, and one more thing – why do you insist on calling me Ady?"
He was smiling, patiently waiting for her to voice her objections. "Why not? Now, are you done, or do you want to rant some more? Because you are really wasting time, here."
Adalia shook her head, an amused smile playing on her lips, and said simply, "I'm done."
Rye nodded his head, "Good." He lent forward then, and kissed her tenderly. After a few moments they broke apart, vaguely noticing the low wolf whistles from their friends.
The ball was still going on around them, so Rye led her out to dance. Adalia caught glimpses of her friends, dancing with some of the court ladies. There was one interesting thing to note, though – Adalia couldn't help but smile as Kula danced with Daniel. She had an idea of why Kula had been nervous before… and she also noticed that Daniel seemed to pay more attention to Kula than was appropriate towards a friend. 'Maybe there is something to it.' She thought. 'It would be nice if they discovered that they liked each other that way… but who knows?'
The rest of the night seemed to go faster – how Rye managed to make something so boring fun, Adalia would never know, but before she knew it, they were excused.
Rye grinned roguishly at Adalia, and she nodded firmly in answer to the unasked question. His eyes smouldered, and he carefully wrapped an arm around her waist, and decidedly led her out of the ball room.
A/N: Well, who knew that I'd ever get this chapter finished? YAY! Well, I hope you guys liked it, and next chapter the interesting stuff begins. I know I said I wouldn't give a background, but I guess it just wrote itself. If anyone read this and hasn't read Granddaughter to the Lioness, please please please read that one first, otherwise this probably didn't make much sense. I guess the last thing I'll ask is if people would leave a review, just tel tell me if they think I should keep writing this – I know there was no action, I just thought I should update on what's happening. I'll give you one hint to the future of this – take note of Ady's boredom, cos it's gonna lead her into a whole lota trouble, which will NOT be strictly confined to Tortall – ya that right, the crow will be flying the coop, off to cause trouble in some of the other lands. So ya, thanks all!


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The Paris Notre Dame is home to the Virgin Lady. It is being said that it took about 200 years to build the Notre Dame. Adjacent to the river Seine, it is the first of its kind cathedral in Paris. In fact, the particular area where tourists walk the Seine on the Paris city tour is a sacred place. Below are some surprising facts about this popular Parisian tourist hub.
Notre Dame means Our Lady of Paris in French
Notre Dame dates back to the French Revolution, the remains of which are still found at the cathedral. Any tourist with some interest in archeology and historical facts would love the Notre Dame precincts. This is why it is a popular place, wherein commotion takes place once the Paris tours get going.
Notre Dame Could Have Went Places in Nineteenth Century
The French Revolution put Paris in decay and even the Virgin Lady was at some danger. Tourists may find it surprising that Notre Dame authorities had intended to put the cathedral to rest. Luckily, the French saved their face, thanks to Victor Hugo, who wrote the "Hunchback of Notre Dame". In fact, the cathedral got fame after 25 years of the French revolution.
The Myth about the Notre Dame Towers
There is a myth that the beasts above the Notre Dame tower belong to ancient Paris. The beasts named 'chimeras' look somewhat medieval in general, but are only 200 years old and not medieval. The famous chimeras are a mystifying Gargoyle/ Stryga having horns, a two-foot dragon also known as the Wyvern, and a goat-shaped demon seen from below. However, tourists would have to climb 387 steps upward to see the chimeras up close on their Paris city tour.
The Voices of the Cathedral Heard Aloud
The Notre Dame has bells on the top of the tower. In fact, the bells are named after Marie, Gabriel, and Denis, the sacred and the holy. The Emmanuel bell weighs 13 tons approx, and it has stayed back on the cathedral since the 1944 Paris Liberation. The Emmanuel bell rings first alongside the other bells several times in broad daylight.


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I love Pilates! I love the positive impact it has on so many of my clients. The differences we see, time and again, often in a relatively short space of time, are amazing!
It is a fantastic way to improve your core strength and posture.
I work with a whole body approach so all areas of the body get a work out, but we focus on building a strong core and improving back strength which leads to good posture. This reduces lower back pain.
We start with mobilisation, getting your joints warmed up and nourished, ensuring joints stay healthy. Who doesn't want healthy joints?
In the main phase we work the body. We have an emphasis on Shoulder and pelvic stability. The core and back are worked as is the Pelvic floor (we all what that kept healthy!)
These exercises will have a positive impact on your day to day living, bringing good habits to your movements.
We culminate the class with some stretches, this help to ensure your muscles work to their best advantage and keep their elasticity
Finally, we practice some relaxation, a necessity in this modern world where we live a 90mph.
You also get a little homework, just to keep you focused on gaining those new habits
Small, intimate classes with a maximum of 12 participants.
Lots of help and hands on advice
This block is £50 – for 6 weekly hour long sessions, or
£10 per session Pay as You Go.
Access to the members' only sites
For all levels/abilities
6-7pm and 7.15-8.15pm
Improved Posture
Stronger Core/Flatter Stomach
Increased Personal Productivity
Ease Lower Back pain
Ease Shoulder aches and pains
Align Mind, Body & Spirit
In this course, the Pilates Exercises are adapted to the needs of the whole class, from beginner to advanced.
Initially we will undertake a postural screening of the group so I can adapt/teach the Pilates exercises that are relevant to the group as a whole. We will also do some basic goal setting, including sit and reach tests, to provide a base line from which you can monitor your progression through the course.
Classes will include:
Warm Up – this gets the body ready for the main event! We will get the joints lubricated and muscles readied.
Main Section – this is where all the work is done! We will learn a selection of Pilates Exercises to help you reach your goals. They will include work for the back, abdominals, shoulders, flexibility, tone and more.
Closing Section – here is the nice bit…lots of post-workout stretches and structured time for relaxation and meditation
Homework – yep, you will be getting some suggestions for things to practice at home.
Teaching Pilates is a hands-on occupation! It is my job to assist and guide you into the correct position.
Please bring a yoga mat if you have one (I have a limited number) and also a large bath towel, this will help protect your back when you are doing the Pilates exercises.
Suitable attire is required. Please wear comfy clothing: leggings, t-shirt, shorts, vest top, etc. Bare feet and no jewellery please.
As part of your course you will have access to the Members section of the website and the Members-Only Facebook group. This will be filled with all of the additional information that you will need to help you reach your Pilates goal. There will be additional exercises (with supporting videos and photos), discussions on nutrition and the sharing of recipes, a member's chat facility and I will also be on hand with additional support.
For Yoga & Pilates classes and instruction in Preston, Leyland or Chorley,
please contact Mikala Tolley on 07843 494680 or click here.


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FARGO—For the first time in history, the Regional National Trial Competition was held in Fargo.
Seventy-five law students from seven neighboring states competed at the Cass County Courthouse Saturday and Sunday.
Students acted as lawyers to defend, or prosecute, in a mock trial.
More than 400 volunteers helped with the competition, including a few North Dakota federal judges and all members of the North Dakota Supreme Court.
Students said the most challenging part was staying focused for hours at a time.
"You have to be listening to every single word your opposing counsel is saying, if not you're going to miss something, and if it's missed, it's done and you cannot object after the fact," said Maggie Spezzano, Student.
The winner from Saturday will move on to the national trial held in Texas in April.


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Letting Go Of Rod
It was a difficult year for me but finally I have decided, I'm letting you go.
When you first met me, I was downright broken. My heart still half shattered to pieces but you came and I believed again to the power of what love can do. I was happy again.
The walls I've build collapsed when I first saw you at that time outside the cinema waiting for me and wearing that beautiful smile I fell hard for. I don't know what power you have but you got me falling from that day onward. You were the first guy who cooked for me during dates. With you I was comfortable, I felt secure, and the butterflies in my stomach won't stop when you're around. You used to call me "love" and i loved hearing it.
I loved those lazy afternoons we spend in your house just hanging out, watching TV, talking random stuff about our future.I especially loved kissing you. It was just chill and we did not pressure each other, I liked that. During my off from work, I was always excited because it meant we can finally have "us" time. Stress from work didn't matter because I have you.
But then things changed. You got cold. It started after our first date after the new year. I was confused. I was afraid to loose you but you were not responding to my efforts. I tried to give you space, but I can't contain myself. I didn't want to be clingy but I was afraid to loose you. I didn't want you to leave but you did. You promised to explain everything when the time was right but unfortunately that time never came.
I was hurt and back to where I started ,picking up the pieces once again. What hurt the most was hearing rumors about you, they said you never really loved me. You just liked the idea of me and you but never us. It hurt so bad that I was not able to stop myself to cry in a public mall just thinking of you.
Fate was unfair to me. I messaged you for the last time pouring my heart out, telling you to at least say something to me but you never replied. You never really cared. I was just some random and gullible chick you met I guess.
Despite what happened, I've forgiven you. I loved you but you were not sure about me. Never sure about me. If you ever read this I want you to know, I don't hate you. I'm just letting you go because I realized for the 2nd time that I deserve better. Maybe I was just lonely and you were there or maybe it was genuine but you were not ready for me.
I'm sorry but thank you Rod. Maybe we were just meant for other things and other people.


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I am an accountant. I am preparing a balance sheet, but because of staff shortage and time pressures I can't complete it on time. There is lot of common data with last year's, which I need not retype and I can manage by editing last year's balance sheet. Is there any software on net where I can do this easily?
Try TradersCockpit
Hey, Do you know Peachtree Quantum? Usually this software is used for accounting in some businesses. Try to search about the features of this software and, maybe, it can help you.
I hear Quick Books accounting software is supposed to be decent.
I'm not an accountant, so I have no idea what you're working with. What kind of balance sheet are we talking about? What file type is it and what software do you currently use to create it?
I will forward this to our accountant maybe she can suggest something
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Doncaster Racecourse
Doncaster Racecourse is one of the top horse racing courses in the UK. With a history that dates back to the 16th century, this course is home to two of the world's oldest and most prestigious races. They offer a great schedule each year, including Flat and National Hunt races.
Map To Doncaster Racecourse
Address: Leger Way, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN2 6BB
Phone: 01302 304 200
History of Doncaster Racecourse
As mentioned, the Doncaster Racecourse is one of the oldest courses in Britain; however, its establishment almost did not happen. There was an attempt to close Doncaster down in 1600 because of the number of questionable characters it attracted. Those efforts were futile and the corporation went ahead with the development of the racecourse.
The first important race in Doncaster history was the Doncaster Gold Cup first ran over Cantley Common in 1766. It is the oldest continuously run horse race in the world. Ten years after the Doncaster Gold Cup was first run, the course was moved to its present location and the historic St Leger Stakes were founded – another of the world's oldest classic horse races.
In 2007, Doncaster Racecourse underwent a £34 million development to update the course and all of its facilities. It is the only course that starts and ends the flat racing season on turf, and every year it hosts the prestigious four-day Ladbrokes St Leger Festival, which is considered by many to be the sporting occasion of the Autumn season.
Notable Races at Doncaster Racecourse
There are plenty of notable races held at Doncaster every year. It is home to two of the world's oldest horse races – the Doncaster Cup and St Leger Stakes, as part of the Ladbrokes St Leger Festival. Other notable races include:
Flat Races
- 2-Y-O Stakes
- Cammidge Trophy
- Champagne Stakes
- Doncaster Mile Stakes
- Flying Childers Stakes
- Gillies Fillies 'Stakes'
- Lincoln Handicap
- May Hill Stakes
- November Handicap
- Park Hill Stakes
- Park Stakes
- Portland Handicap
- Racing Post Trophy – Group 1
- Scarbrough Stakes
- Sceptre Stakes
- Wentworth Stakes
National Hunt Races
- River Don Novices' Hurdle
- Sky Bet Chase
- William Hill Handicap Chase
How to Get to Doncaster Racecourse
By Road
- Doncaster has a convenient central location with links to the motorway network including M1 (junction 32), M18 (junctions 3/4), A1M (junction 36), and the M62.
By Rail
- Doncaster Racecourse can be reached on the main London-Edinburgh line. Journey times from London are just an hour and 45 minutes and three hours from Edinburgh. The Racecourse is approximately two minutes from the train station.
Facilities at Doncaster Racecourse
Dinning – Doncaster Racecourse offers a few different options when it comes to dinning. The Country Restaurant is a perfect option for guests who are into a more relaxed environment. It features a team of skilled chefs that produce the finest 'dressed buffet'. Guests can also opt for the Lincoln Restaurant in the Premiere Suite, which features a top wine list and a three course a la carte menu. Or reserve your place at Silks Champagne & Seafood Restaurant. This charming eatery is surrounded with some of the great Doncaster memorabilia and offers a menu featuring the finest seafood and champagne. Finally, Doncaster offers the option of corporate hospitality packages within one of their Private Boxes.
Conferences & Events – Doncaster is able for a variety of different conferences, exhibitions, and events such as weddings, receptions, and banquets. With excellent signage, parking, easy access, beautiful views, quality catering, and the most up-to-date facilities it makes the ideal setting for any of these occasions.
Disabled Access – Doncaster offers several disabled access points around the course as well as lifts to each level and hoist access to the Betting Ring and Parade Ring.


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Maybe I missed them, but wasn't Francesco going to do some GPO orchestration tutorials?
Maybe I missed them, but wasn't Francesco going to do some GPO orchestration tutorials?
Yup, and he was also going to throw a Pizza party!
I've been wonderin that as well. Everytime I listen to his brass ensemble piece and hear those horn rips, I wonder who he did it so lifelike.
Let's order without onions though!
For more information, check out www.jonathoncox.com/intro.html
"The trouble with music appreciation in general is that people are taught to have too much respect for music they should be taught to love it instead." - Igor Stravinsky
Gosh... I've been logged off the forum for a while (I know shame on me!) and logged on in the hope that Francesco had the time to put the tutorial up.. I seem to remember that Gary had got a draft of it, though that could be a complete figment of my imagination....Originally Posted by robgb
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Yesterday was gorgeous, first sunny day of the year warm enough to venture out without hat scarf and gloves.
WE did our usual and invited friends round for a BBQ............:D.
Good food, good wine & good company BUT wow cravings back with vengeance. It is a long time since I felt real cravings, not little wants, but real full on I WANT A CIG stuff.
Didn't have one, not even a puff of smoking friends cigs but never have I been so tempted. Mr LJ felt exactly the same.
Put it down to the SUNSHINE, the association with sitting in the garden enjoying the sun must have real strong links to smoking.
Just goes to show that no matter how strong or long your quit is it can still hit you on the back of your head and knock you off your feet. :p


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