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I host monthly Women's Circles at Stacey Hollings' beautiful yoga studio in Nobleton, Ontario from January to April, and September to November. With a Chartres Labyrinth on the floor and an array of crystal bowls for sound-baths, our time together is a deep dive into the sacred feminine. In these circles, our intention is to commune with Nature and Source by accessing the wisdom of our animal bodies.
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Check Out These Excellent Source Of Information About Photography
People love to take pictures. This is mostly because good photographers know how to take their time and get a perfect shot. Here are some tips that photographers employ to achieve high quality photos.
Overcast skies can present problems when you are taking pictures, so exclude them from the image frame. If you have too much gray sky in your photograph, it will create a washed-out appearance in the image. If you really want or need a shot in overcast conditions, try a black and white picture to maximize contrast and improve the overall picture. However, if there's a beautiful blue sky, use it as often as you want to; however, you should still be aware of the light.
Choose what you want to have in your photograph. Great pictures are like tiny windows highlighting specific things about your subject. Don't focus on too many different things. To move beyond the small focus of just one picture, try taking a series of photos on the same subject. This is better than one overly general photo.
Many people think that sunny days are great for photos, when in fact, direct sunlight can ruin any photograph. It can leave shadows and glare everywhere as well as uneven highlights. If you can, try to choose late evening or early morning light to shoot outdoors.
Proper shooting stance is very important in photography. You want to hold your arms tight to the body, while having a firm grip on the camera using both hands. By holding your camera in this way, you'll lessen the chance of moving the camera during the shot; thereby keeping it framed and steady for the best shot. Supporting the camera from underneath, as opposed to holding the top, will also make it much harder for you to drop your camera.
When you are snapping pictures of people, you can blur the background a bit to get the best effect. If the background is just as in focus as the subject, it takes the eye away from where you the viewer should be looking. It is important to keep your subject in the forefront while shooting your photograph.
Framing the subject in a photo is very important. Use your zoom feature to take away objects that might draw attention where you do not want it. You will reduce clutter in your photos and prevent unwanted focal points.
You can play with different colors and angles as well as utilizing the different features your camera offers. You do not have to have a unique object to create a distinctive photo. A good photographer will be able to take a picture of a common object and make it stand out and look special, because of their artistic talent and skills. Experiment as much as you can, and find your own style.
Use different colors, features, and angles with your camera. There is no need for an original object if you are looking to create an original photo. Talented photographers can use their skills to bring out something interesting in even the most mundane of subjects. Practice and experiment until you find your own personal style!
Experiment with different perspectives and scales in your images. A simple object may appear more artistic if it's in a setting which makes it appear a different size than it is or in a funny or original situation. Your composition of your photos will create interest when you are creative with common objects.
Get close to the subject of your photograph. Not doing so can result in photos that are too distant or blurred for any clarity. Make sure you can distinguish details on your subject that will attract your audience's attention.
To take more unique pictures, try using limitation. You could restrict yourself to taking pictures intended to represent one concept (like "sweetness") all day, for instance. One thing you can try is to take 100 pictures of something that's in a room or from the same view point. By using limitations to your advantage, you'll be forced to think more creatively, resulting in interesting and unusual pictures.
You need not stand directly in front of an object to photograph it. Experiment with taking a picture above and below your subject, as well as moving off to the side.
Contrary to popular belief, it is not a good idea to wear white for a photo. Cameras are generally preset to auto focus and this will make the camera attempt to read its surroundings, this means surveying all the colors available in the photo range. As a result, the color white usually dull and drab in a photograph.
Keep in mind how intimidating it can be to have all eyes focused on you as a model, so help your model to feel comfortable with you by creating a relaxed atmosphere. People sometimes feel threatened when their picture gets taken. It's important to be friendly, talk to them lightheartedly, and always ask for their permission before you snap away. Let them know it is an art form and not because you want to invade their privacy.
Have you ever needed to take photos of subjects that were rained on? Simulating rain is as easy as bringing a spray bottle to a shoot.
Get creative with different perspectives and scales in your photography. If a mundane subject is situated to make it appear out of place or out of proportion with its surroundings, the resulting picture will be especially intriguing. Play around with different photo composition ideas to get new takes on everyday objects.
Patterns have a natural ability to draw people's attention. Patterns are rather interesting to ponder in a photograph. Learn to use this to create new backgrounds and perspectives in your pictures.
You should make sure to keep your eyes open for patterns, both artificial and natural. Patterns can make a photo interesting. They can be used to your advantage; place them in the background of a picture to add interesting angles.
You should take time to properly frame every shot. Framing a shot does not refer to a physical frame, but a way of setting up your pictures. When taking a picture, if you focus hard enough on surrounding elements, you can use it to make "natural frames" around your subject matter. Practicing this technique will help you to better your composition skills.
Choosing a low quality setting allows you to store more pictures on your camera. However, the quality of your pictures will suffer from it. You should only apply the lowest settings if you are confident that the images will only be shown on a computer display.
If you want pictures that are brag-worthy, remember to stay focused on your subject. When a photo is properly focused, the result will be perfectly composed shots. When you are a beginning photographer, you should definitely focus on keeping your subject centered in the photo. Do not worry about the background at first. This is something you will learn more about as you progress.
Use the manual white balance when taking your photographs. This allows you to have greater control over your pictures by altering the overall mood and tone. It takes some practice to get things right, but you can be more creative with your photos when you utilize manual white balance.
When setting up a scene to be photographed, you must choose between emphasizing the subject's highlights or shadows. Good photo software will let you take two pictures demonstrating each effect, and blend them to create the perfect balance of both.
Understand how sharpness is distributed across your camera's image sensor. The image will appear sharper when you look through the center of the lens. Distortion begins toward all the camera frame's outside edges.
Never let yourself miss out on a wonderful picture because you were busy messing with your settings. Do not use preset settings or your camera will use default adjustments. Experiment with your camera settings to determine what works best for various types of photographs.
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Try taking pictures from original angles. It's rather simple for anyone to shoot photos straight in front of their subject. Look down to the ground, or look up at something to get an interesting perspective. A more intriguing photo results from catching the subject in a diagonal or side angle.
Cell phone cameras are increasing in quality, but there are still lighting issues. Since few phone cameras contain a flash, you have to work with the light available to you. You can zoom in as a way to avoid shadows.
Do your own photo editing! Software designed for image editing is readily available in the marketplace. Look for a program with infinite editing possibilities. Make sure you can use it easily as well!
When you are going to be taking a close-up shot, be careful if you are using the digital zoom features instead of optical zoom. Cameras will usually let you zoom closer and closer optically until the digital zoom takes over. The problem is that this compromises the overall picture quality. Digital mode will add pixels to your image and make the image quality very poor. Consult your camera's owner's manual to determine how to turn you camera's digital zoom mode.
You should know where sharpness appears in photos and how it works. If you are taking a typical picture with typical settings, the center area of the pictures will be the sharpest. As it reaches the outside edge of your camera frame, it can start to become distorted.
Always remember that ordinary things can still provide you with stimulation and motivation. Get your camera and take artistic photos of daily items. Consider photos of a pen or a kitchen faucet. Just take the time to experiment with composition and form. It is up to you how different and unique your photograph is. Keep looking critically at your art and challenging yourself.
Any serious photographer should have a tripod. Even tiny camera movements can mess up action shots or those that use low shutter speeds. Blur can be fixed by investing in an inexpensive camera tripod. Using a quality tripod will help you achieve better, more professional results with your photos.
Flash is not just for indoor shots, it can make a real difference in the quality of your outdoor daytime photos as well. Facial shadows can be created by bright sunlight. Try setting your camera to its fill flash setting. Using this feature will allow light to permeate facial folds and crevices.
Sometimes, the available lighting just won't cooperate when you are trying to get a landscape shot. In some cases, finding an area with better lighting is impossible. In this situation, what do you do? Computer programs, such as Adobe Photoshop, can help you add a gradient filter in your photograph, which will counterbalance any of the contrasting light.
This means that you should focus on things like aperture or shutter and film speed. Educate yourself about the whole scope of photography.
When photographing fast-moving targets, such as a runner or race car, set your camera to freeze the subject's motion, rather than just recording a bunch of blurs. Start by increasing the ISO. This will cause your camera's shutter to open and shut faster, enabling you to take clear, crisp shots that would otherwise be blurry.
When taking photos, it is important that your pictures convey the right messages. Photographers must shoot the perfect composition, as composition means everything when taking photographs. Photographs with proper composition engage the viewers' eyes and interest, and help the audience understand the photographer's message.
Always have your images balanced. Balancing the elements in your composition is one of the best ways to capture gallery-worthy photos. Crop out distracting elements, keep the horizon level, and make sure your subject is properly framed and not in an awkward placement.
Photography is excellent for sharing with children. Get your kids behind the lens of a basic camera, whether digital or film, and you may spark a lifelong hobby. Teaching photography skills to your children is also a great family bonding activity.
Increase your camera's shutter speed whenever the environment you're taking your photograph in is lacking in light. This helps prevent blur when taking the photo. This tip will work best if you use a shutter speed set at a minimum of 1/250.
You need to practice these techniques in order to be good at them, so get your camera and head on out. However, sooner rather than later, your pictures will improve in quality.
Remember that there are expressions besides smiles that are worth capturing in photographs. You can express more organic and natural emotions when people have expressions that are natural to them. Some of the most effective photographs in human history depict dramatic and uncomfortable situations (for example, the "Migrant Mother" photograph from the Dust Bowl era). While these photographs may not evoke positive emotions in your audience, you will make an impact. No matter if photos are life-changing or just an everyday occurence, the emotions need to be real.


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Building your business starts with reputation management. If your reputation is good, people will definitely share that with others. Protecting the reputation of your business is vital to your business success. Continue reading to learn just how to get a great reputation.
Make sure that your unhappy customers are not ignored. Turning a bad experience into a positive one is going to show customers that you care about them. Do this online, as well. If people see you are taking care of problems, this looks good to customers.
To improve your business reputation, stay in touch with customers. This is really true if your business is bigger. The customers need to feel important. Try using a system that's automated and can work with a customer. Ask for feedback, as well.
Be sure that each social media account utilized by your firm is operated in a professional manner. Such pages demonstrate your business character, so you need to make sure they always show positivity. You should be personable with your customers so people don't see you as inhuman, but don't over do it.
A good offense is always the best defense when you're considering your brand's online image. Ensure you have much positivity surrounding your brand, and this will likely squelch any negativity. Negative remarks will continue to fall in the search lists as more and more positive comments build up.
Keep private promotional services private. This is key, particularly if you use large discounts as a tool to resolve customer complaints. It would be a mistake to post the details of how you have resolved a complaint, only to receive lots of complaints aimed at getting freebies from your company.
Be nice when interacting online. Posting status updates and tweets doesn't work without active communication between you and your followers. If a visitor asks you a question in social media, be sure that you answer it as soon as possible. If you are unsure, inform them that you are going to find the appropriate response, and then do so.
If you do an online search for your business and see false information, get in touch with the owner of the site to see if they can remove it. If you have proof that the information is false, it is likely that the other site will happily take it down.
Be sure that each social media account utilized by your firm is operated in a professional manner. These pages are important to how customers see your business. You want to get personal, but don't overdo it.
You can hire someone to do reputation management for you if you don't have the time to do it yourself. You are probably very busy with other aspects of your business, so it is understandable if you need an outside company to do this for you. So, it's good to have a helping hand when it comes to these matters as well.
Make sure to monitor all social networking sites. Companies are discussed on these sites frequently. Keeping a close eye on these sites will help you do damage control as soon as negative comments are posted. That keeps your reputation strong.
It would be a good idea to check in with customers several times after they make a purchase. A lot of times they won't detect any issues in just a few days or the customer is going to take their time using a product. Contacting them allows you to see how things are going.
There are quality businesses that provide services in reputation management. You will surely need to stay hands-on with this, but it does not hurt to have some extra help. So consider hiring a helping hand to give you the support you need in some of these areas.
Check search results from time to time about your company. Google your company's name monthly and peruse the entire website. Ensure there are no negative comments online. Keep a record of negative content and sources. Try to pacify this at all costs.
You need to manage the expectation of potential customer who may use your business. This means being upfront with customers when you make mistakes, and make sure you handle it carefully. Transparency across your whole business is needed if you want a good reputation.
When people say negative things about you, it hurts. Don't react too quickly. Think through a good response before you react. That will only help your reputation.
If a mistake was made, don't hide it. Customers will realize. You should actually recognize the mistake and make a sincere apology. People appreciate that type of honesty.
Never allow your anger to get the best of you, particularly with your customers. Do not use social media as a venue for an "attack." If things grow heated, it pays to walk away from the conversation instead of descending into an unprofessional exchange.
In order to keep track of your business reputation, you have to keep an eye on what people are saying and where they are saying it. Learn which ones apply to your industry. Monitor both positive and negative remarks about your company, and quickly respond.
Know what your customers like. All customers like a personal touch. If you provide a service, be mindful of why your services are needed so that you can improve your future service. This will help the public to think of your company as one focused on excellence.
If you are selling a product or a service, always offer a money back guarantee with no questions asked. Doing so is part of excellent customer service. When a customer returns something that he purchased, you may lose your profit margin on it because you cannot resell it as a new item. However, accepting the return helps your reputation immensely.
Always do a background check on new employees, as they can seriously affect your business. If they have bad reputations, it is important that you know this prior to involving their name with your business. This way you know who is behind your company.
If your business makes promises, they need to be kept. If you keep changing the terms, you will lose trust quickly. Your business is sure to develop a dishonest reputation. It can be very difficult to overcome a negative reputation.
Your website is essential to your online reputation management. Every single part of your website needs to have the company name incorporated into it. Search engine spiders should be able to link your company to the site. Place the company name inside the website URL, header and title tags of each page.
Take time when you respond to any criticism. Take the time to comprehend the whole situation prior to reacting. Use facts in order to support your claim. When present information in a professional manner, you enhance your reputation for knowledge and credibility.
Be proactive when you're communicating with people so that you can be sure things work out well for you. The way that you communicate with people has a direct effect on your business. If you do not communicate, you are allowing others to tell your story in their own way. Maintain control over your public presentation.
You may be disturbed if you find negative content about you or your business. It is critical that you do not react without thinking. Think through a good response before you react. That will only help your reputation.
Managing your reputation means being straightforward with negative comments. Instead of trying to remove or bury negative reviews, deal with it directly and explain your side of things. Customers look for honesty at the same level as they seek perfection, so do not worry about admitting mistakes and addressing how the issue has been resolved.
You will harm your reputation if you become angry or argumentative. Not take any of it personally and start attacking them on social media. If you feel things are getting out of hand, be the bigger person and simply stop responding.
Try to go the extra mile for your clients. It won't cost you that much more in time and resources, but the benefits in terms of customer relations are great. However, it can ensure you will gain a return customer.
Make sure you make time for your customers. Keep an actual person monitoring your phone line for customer service, and have someone answer people's questions and comments on your website promptly. If customers can't get in touch, they won't buy from you.
Involve your business with at least one charity, even when you no outstanding reputation issues. It can help your company's reputation and give yourself tax benefits. You want people to connect your brand to feelings of good will.
A business reputation cannot be handled lightly. A strong reputation helps you stand apart from the crowd. It will also help you keep your existing customers. This will help you be profitable. As your reputation increases, so will your business.
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Mark Somen joins Craft House
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Craft House is happy to announce the addition of Mark Somen as Director for Craft House based in New York. Mark's career in hospitality began in his native country, Kenya, at the age of sixteen when he led safaris for Abercrombie and Kent. He has since worked with some of the most reputable hospitality brands including Four Seasons, St. Regis, China Grill Management, Tribe Hotel and Soho House. We're excited to be reuniting with Mark under Craft House and look forward to the new opportunities that will develop from this.


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Through a recent notification, National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority (NPPA), Department of Pharmaceuticals, Ministry of Chemical and Fetilizers, Government of India has decided that price approval of new drugs shall need not be linked to IPDMS and any other conditionality.
In order to fix and revise the drug prices, the drug pricing regulator had asked all pharmaceutical firms to register themselves under its Integrated Pharmaceutical Database Management System (IPDMS).
Notice states that some form 1 applications had been pending due to non compliance of submission of requisite data under Integrated Pharma Database Management (IPDMS) by the applicant companies or because of launch of new drug by these companies without prior approval (WPA) or in several cases because of incomplete information.
Launching of new drugs has been a widely used practice by pharmaceuticals Though the prime rational of these drugs is enhanced dosage compliance, there is added benefits of the drug going out of Schedule I and entitlement for price control and availing upto 10% annual increase in MRP as a non-scheduled drug. The rationality and safety of some new drugs has been an area of concern for Ministry of Health&Family Welfare which had found certain drugs to be unsafe and the matter has also been subjudice in the Honible Supreme Court.
The form I application of manufacturers who were non IPDMS compliant were kept pending as per the decision of the Government in a meeting held on 18.02.2017 wherein it was clearly stipulated that applications for price fixation of new drugs of the companies failing to complete the IPDMS information shall not be cleared till that is done nor would their review petitions will be attended. The companies which complied with the IPDMS data submission got their prices approved. NPPA has so far approved 266 new drug prices under NLEM, 2015.
Further, on analysis of the market data, it has also been noted that many pharmaceutical companies had launched their new drug formulations without seeking price approval from NPPA. In order to enforce strict compliance of DPCO provisions in the larger public interest, NPPA issued show cause notices to these pharmaceutical companies and also decided to keep their form I applications pending till completion of the proceedings.
Subsequently, as per the Department of Pharma's letter No. dated 23rd November, 2017 the issue of IPDMS or WPA is not to be considered for deciding of the price approval of new drugs. Accordingly it was decided by NPPA that price approval of new drugs shall need not be linked to IPDMS and any other conditionality's. Linking of New drugs approval with IPDMS did help in speeding up the process of data submission and data bank updation.
Accordingly, in a meeting of the Authority held on 15.12.2017, the Authority approved the retail prices for 59 such new drugs where the price of the similar drug was already approved by NPPA by extending the same price already notified by NPPA.
This decision is taken in a high level meeting on December 6, 2017, In case of new drugs launching without price approval, NPPA is proceeding to take necessary action as per its guideline issued. Violation of DPCO, 2013 provisions shall be taken very seriously and the manufacturers are advised to desist from it.
Remaining applications of new drugs are being examined and if all the information as per guidelines is complete, same will be cleared within the time prescribed under DPCO, 2013.
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Reception Sound System for 100-300 People
This sound system package has everything you'll need for the large wedding reception. The sound system can fill even the largest ballrooms or outdoor spaces with sound. During dinner or hor d'oeuvres, there is a wireless microphone for making toasts that can be passed around the room. And when it's time, plug in your mp3 player, CD player, or laptop, start that wedding playlist, and get the party started. The powered subwoofer will get everyone up and moving. The system is easy to set up and fits in most vehicles with ease.
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Jamison is a 12yr old model destined for big things. With her mature look, unique facial features, and ability to out pose even some of the most seasoned models, Jamison is sure to have a long career in the world of print modeling. It also helps that the one and only Tyra Banks featured her on her instagram page as a model to watch!
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Looks like all systems are "go" for a fabulous 29th annual Drew Farm Pumpkin Light. The weather looks great and the goblins have been busy all week carving. The event will begin at sunset. We are expecting a big crowd this year so we ask you for your patience, as our parking is limited. It is likely that the busiest time will be between 7 and 9, so if you can come after 9 you will have less traffic to deal with. If it turns out that the parking is full, we ask that you just drive around the block and come back. Cars will be coming and going, so new parking spaces will open up constantly.
We hope you can join us!
It should be a spectacular end to a fabulous fall season at Drew Farm.
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Spring into Fine Art and Fun at the Art Museum of South Texas!
Spring Fling Camp, March 12-16, 9am – 3:30pm
Pre and After-care available for an additional charge
(Pre-care begins at 7:30am ALL week. After-care ends at 5:30pm, EXCEPT on Friday. After-care will NOT be provided on Friday.)
*Lunch provided by Hester's Cafe
Children ages K5-12 are invited to join us for our first ever Spring Fling Camp the week of March 12 – 16, 2018. From sun-catchers to bubble prints and self-portraits on canvas to still-life paintings you can actually smell, there's no end to the fine art and fun we'll have during this kick-off to Spring! Add in some fun drama games, movement and music, and the party is complete.


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Parameterize a Web Service Object
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Starting with version 5.7, Katalon Studio provides Variables for RESTful and SOAP Web Service Test Objects.
Since Katalon Studio v5.9, Variables is enhanced with a Scripting Editor.
Query Parameters
Query parameters are a can be added to a REST URL to tailor and filter the response output. When the user inputs a URL, Katalon Studio will detect the query parameters (after the question mark ?) and list them in the table for better management.
Variables (since 5.7)
Having the ability to use variables in an object allows the users to have more control of the objects and fulfill all the testing requirements. The approach is the same with Web UI object. Katalon Studio supports variables for the following information of a Web Service object.
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You can add a new variable and declare its properties within the Variables tab. Variables tab is available from both RESTful and SOAP object.
In order to call a variable in a Web Service object, use the syntax ${variable_name} in any of the supported locations.
For example, using 'gender' variable in URL of a RESTful Web Service object.
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The Croods is a movie that has grown on me. I liked it the first time I watched it. Then after the second or third time, I really came to love its quirkiness.
The script had loads of gags and I laughed pretty hard at most of them. A lot of the funny moments were downplayed or cut from the film, which was probably a good idea. As for the story itself, I found a few of my friends turned off by the somewhat confusing story line. Mainly that the story begins with a focus on Eep and changes to Grug somewhere in the middle.
I actually don't mind this. I think it adds an edge to the story. It's something different, something rare, and something new. Which fits with the theme if trying new things.
As for the cinematic elements of the film:
Use of Blur:
The action shots were amazing and awesome. Seriously. The hunting scene at the beginning is one of my favorite scenes ever. Particularly the moment when Eep chases after the Liyote.
I might be biased because I'm a runner, but this sequence gets me motivated to run every. single. time.
It's amazing how blurry the action can be, yet we're still able to follow along with the characters.
And then there are moments within the action where we can focus on expression. It's like a delicate balance between motion and stasis.
Depth of Field:
I love this shot because of the blurry foreground and the blurry background. It reminds me of the animal planet documentaries of cheetahs or lions hunting. It brings that gritty nature vibe to the film.
Long Shots:
There were a lot of long shots that helped define the story and show off the new environments.
LOTS of long shots. I think my favorite shots are with the creatures in the foreground that are extremely annoyed by how loud the family is.
Analyzing the Croods and figuring out what I really liked about the film took me awhile, so it looks like we're going to have two Cinema Studies this week! The next film? One of my childhood favorites. Seriously, when this movie came out when I was a kid... I literally squealed when I first saw the trailer. Can you guess which one it is? Hint: It's about a horse. :D
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Hazen surrounded by some of the first foamcore mockups. In my old apartment.
Hazen S. Pingree was a legendary people's leader in Michigan. A Yankee veteran turned shoemaker, this unlikely civil servant was an early father of the Progressive Movement. A newcomer to the political scene in the 1880s, he served four terms as mayor of Detroit, and went on to be governor of Michigan until 1901.
Although it was wealthy business leaders who encouraged Hazen's first campaign for mayor, they were shocked to find that he was a man of the people, allowing the hungry to grow food on vacant lots in Detroit, fighting to make transportation affordable, and bringing city utilities under public control. Hazen was loved by immigrants and the working class, fairly taxing the rich, and busting city officials on counts of corruption and bribery from the business elites.
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I finished my first prototype in February of 2015, but something was missing. At my favorite coffee shop in Detroit, I overheard people talking about the legendary Hazen S. Pingree. I ran home to read up on him, and was immediately captivated by his unlikely launch into the public sphere. At heart, Hazen was a maker; and because he worked with his hands, he understood the needs and unique experience of the common Detroiter, whom he went on to represent.
I had been struggling to explain to people what I had created. It's not a speaker, it's not an amplifier, it's not "like" anything else, so it's a..... PINGREE! It was the last piece of the puzzle necessary to convince myself that this was worth pursuing. I dropped out of school and started freelancing as a designer in any way I could to fund my own research and development for this project.
Hazen was a remarkable man whose unique path made him qualified to problem-solve. His legacy helped me find comfort in this murky world of entrepreneurship; and my product bears his name in homage to his unconventional path and to the city I love.


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Brighstone, Isle of Wight
This charming thatched cottage is located on the coast, close to the centre of Brighstone, and has been decorated with fresh colours following a classic, nautical theme.
Take time out to relax in this contemporary cottage, set in a peaceful village with a network of popular walking routes nearby and easy access to the stunning coastline and Needles.
Filled with original charm, this tastefully converted Methodist chapel offers a memorable getaway on the Isle of Wight.
Single-storey property offering attractive accommodation for four guests, boasting beautifully designed contemporary-style gardens, located just one mile from the Isle of Wight's south coast.
Just a stone's throw from the sea, this detached bungalow is the perfect choice for keen walkers and cyclists looking to explore the whole of the Isle of Wight.
Attractive cottage situated on a small complex of similar holiday properties, sleeping up to seven guests, and located in the coastal village of Brighstone on the Isle of Wight's south coast.
Set within a stunning conservation area, with Brighstone amenities on the doorstep and superb coast and countryside views, this cottage is perfectly located for a quiet retreat.
With its thatched roof, exposed beams and beautiful garden, this Grade II listed property is the quintessential English cottage - and the perfect base to explore this stunning part of island.
This lovely property is a short stroll from an attractive beach on the spectacular South West Coast. With stunning sea and coastal views, and close proximity to picturesque Brighstone, it's the perfect getaway.
Shorwell, Isle of Wight
Grade II listed cottage offering a thoughtful and traditionally styled holiday retreat for four guests, ideally situated in a pretty village location with easy access to exploring the island.
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Enjoy a relaxing break in this lovely stone cottage, which lies just a stone's throw from the beach. Perfect for a family getaway on the Isle of Wight.
Calbourne, Isle of Wight
Grade II listed thatched cottage offering attractive, characterful accommodation for six guests located in the picturesque village of Calbourne on the Isle of Wight, within walking distance of the village pub.
This traditional Isle of Wight village is situated on the beautiful West Coast and is the perfect place for a family holiday. With a vibrant centre including a grocery shop, pub and a small restaurant, Brighstone is small enough to enjoy a peaceful holiday but near enough to the larger resorts for fun days and nights out.
As with most places in the Isle of Wight, it is on the doorstep of excellent walking country, with walks north across the Tennyson Downs to Alum Bay or towards Carisbrooke at the heart of the Isle of Wight. The magnificent coastal path which runs right around the island also passes close to Brighstone.
If you want to stay closer to home, the beach at Brighstone is just a fifteen-minute walk away from the village centre. Extending all the way to Blackgang in the South and to Freshwater in the West, the West Coast cliff-top trail is great for walkers, both with dogs and without.
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As successful Honda Vezel already is, its hybrid variant takes performance and efficiency one step further. Following the generational life cycle of 2017 model, 2018 Honda Vezel Hybrid is bringing an array of upgrades in its powertrain.
What's in for the biggest surprise is the availability of several standard features. Honda might even look forward to presenting new design cues both in the car's exterior and interior.
2018 Honda Vezel Hybrid Exterior and Interior look
2018 Honda Vezel Hybrid is borrowing exterior design cues from its predecessor as the 2017 year Honda Vezel has a pretty good style quotient. What's likely to get changed is the front fascia as the grille may wear a new styling with chrome accents.
The headlights are also up for a change in design as jewel style LEDs are to be incorporated along with bi-functional daytime running lights. Down below, a refreshed bumper might complement a change in the lower fascia. New aluminum alloy wheels will come in the size options of both 17 and 18 inches options.
This upcoming Honda Vezel Hybrid is also coming up with beefed up wheel arches. The rear spoiler will integrate stop light, and the taillights are getting dual strip LEDs. Lastly, the rear bumper will change in styling as new quad exhausts are on Honda's cards.
The interior cabin of 2018 Honda Vezel Hybrid is also coming up with significant improvements. One of the most prominent changes would be the luxury quotient. Honda is set to include Nappa leather upholstery in the seats along with soft touch materials in the dashboard, center console and door panels.
Honda has come a long way in improving hybrid powertrains for achieving maximum efficiency. This persistence of Honda will shine out in this 2018 Vezel Hybrid as its powertrain is suspected of delivering outputs of more than 150 HP of power and 118 lb-ft of torque.
This hybrid powertrain consists of a 1.5 liter turbocharged engine and 22 kW electric motor which sends power only to the front wheels. This unit will be mated to a 7-speed twin clutch transmission, and there will be an option for both 2WD and AWD. It is expected, that fuel economy stay around 43 mpg in city, 38 mph on highways and 40 mpg combined.
Safety and Competitors
Along with revamped powertrain and styling, 2018 Vezel Hybrid is bringing along a slew of safety technologies including:
- Multi-stage Airbags
- Lane Departure Warning
- Electronic Stability Control
- Blind Spot Detection
- Tire Pressure Monitoring
- Parking Sensors
- Safety Locks
Price and Release Date
As there's lack of official information regarding price, experts have assumed 2018 Honda Vezel Hybrid to come with a price range of $27,400 to $32,200. At this range, this new Vezel Hybrid may go up against the likes of Hyundai Ioniq and Chevrolet Malibu.


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Okay, this is more like a weekend in my life! 🙂
God, it was fun and busy!
I taught an Intimate Portrait Workshop on Saturday, and I have to say, I had a blast. I got a message from every student who attended within 24 hours saying they loved it and learned. That was one of the most gratifying feelings in the world. I don't expect or count on them, but getting that reassurance that what you offer is worth it to others is something I love.
I came home after the Workshop on Saturday and crashed. ZZZZZZZ…..
Sunday, I met Harper at my place. We had planned a photo session for our magazine, but really I was setting up a little trick.
I've been trying to get a model to shoot out near the Salt Lake. The thing is, if it's cold and rainy, most models don't want to go outside and shoot.
I happen to know that dramatic bad weather makes for wonderful photos. I also know Harper really well, and because we trust each other, I set the trick up.
We shot in my place for a few, and then I said, " Hey, we're going out to shoot by the lake."
She complained a little, and said, " It will be cold, my hair will get wet, and I'll get muddy."
We still went.
The shots were amazing. I'm adding one to my Artfinder site soon so, if you want a copy, that's where you would find it.
We were there for around 15 minutes, and then, we came back home so she could take off. I called my friend Morgan, who had set up a private lesson, and before heading over to his place, I made sure my family duties were squared away.
I love teaching. I love shooting. I love what I do.
The lesson went great. He had two models ready. They had just had hair and make up done. I taught. We shot. Then, we took a break, and an hour later, we met up out by the lake to shoot those models.
That was my weekend. It was busy. I'm tired.
Something I have learned about myself is that I overdo things. I overdo work. It is why life gets out of balance. I don't leave time for other important things. In the past, this has caused problems with relationships, health, my overall outlook on life, and my happiness.
I can feel it when it happened. It starts with me be not sleeping well. Then, I don't make good decisions.
Today, I'm taking a step back and resting. I'll work on my schedule. I'll post a few photos. I might even ask a girl out on a date..Maybe….. and then, I will rest.
You might be like me. You might have problems with balance. If you do, here a few things I do daily to keep myself healthy.
1. I meditate daily (10 minutes in the morning and 10 to 20 minute before bed).
2. I drink a lot of water. Especially first thing in the morning, a full glass of water is important.
3. I exercise.
4. I pay attention to how I feel.
5. I take time off
6. I say no a lot.
Those are a few things I do because for me because personal wellness is more important than anything else.
Lastly, I want to say thank you to a few people. First, thank you Natalie for supplying the house, and thank you for being a good friend. Thank you to my models. All of you are wonderful and a pleasure to work with. Thank you Phil Lock. I'm glad we met, and I'm glad we're friends. Thank you Morgan, thank you Regina, and thank you Brian Tagge! Thank you Lacie! All of you are great. I'm sure I forgot a few, but don't worry, you'll hear it later!
And thank you for taking the time to read. I appreciate it! Visit my IG to see more of my work. I also did you hear? I sell art on Artfinder.
If you enjoyed it please share it with everyone you love and like, but not with anyone you hate. Knowledge is power, and everyone needs more knowledge!
P.S. I hope you don't hate anyone. That shit is poison!
Ikon Republik- I am a photographer based in Salt Lake City Utah. I'm the kid in the green. The guy in the blue is my Great Grandfather and the other dude is my nerd brother. I love my family!I am the founder of VEGA Magazine. I like to write. I teach workshops. I'm teaching a Basic Photography Workshop soon. I'll add more workshop over the next two weeks so watch for them. Check it out! If you wanna shoot please message me for a price list. firstname.lastname@example.com. Please give me about 3 days to respond.(Hey! I'm currently not working on getting better at checking email and I'm not even sorry about it.)
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We have had some solid stormy days in the last couple of days! While I hate what the rain does to my commute, its been nice to have sweater weather. Am I the only one who finds it really hard to be motivated on a cold rainy day? Days like this I just prefer to have a cup of coffee, snuggle under the covers with a good book and/or Netflix.
After a early morning workout all I wanted to do was slip into something cozy and comfortable. I wore my boyfriend jeans from Suede @ Macy's. These are the only boyfriend jeans that have managed to fit me and the destroyed detailing is a perfect on them. My marled cardigan is from NY & Co. I simply cannot get enough of this sweater! The leather trim on the shoulder and front is my favorite part and it is extremely cozy too. Shop this entire look below!
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An exciting new variety. Agapanthus 'Pitchoune Blue' has a wonderfully dense habit with beautifully bright green strap-like foliage and short thick stems which support the flowers. You can expect a generous display of the stunning blue, tubular flowers during June-July. Agapanthus 'Pitchoune Blue' is shorter hand there varieties making it ideal for the hot of mixed borders; it also makes an excellent container plant.
As with all Agapanthus, a position in full sun will encourage a higher yield of flowers, although Agapanthus 'Pitchoune Blue' will tolerate partial shade and still provide a decent amount of flowers. Requires well-drained soil and may benefit from some winter protection during cold spells.


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This week I welcome back Trever Gray. Trever is still an active free agent and he brought me some really cool research on periodization that I want to share with all of you. We start with some definitions and history.
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Things are never as simple as "sign me up" for the "standard package". Each business utilizes varying methods of operation and generates varying sources of confidential, critical-operating, or proprietary data. For example, a law firm may generate hundreds of boxes of closed paper files every year that need to be kept secure for a minimum of seven years. The South Carolina bar has stated that electronic records retention is acceptable "as long as it does not affect the integrity of the client information". However, simply scanning records and saving them on your server does not secure them from damage in a disaster such as flood or fire.
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Great big picture advice from Denzyl!
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On Unplanned Trips & Spanish Walls
Back in August, when the sun still rose high in the sky, we gathered our things and travelled, aimlessly, without a destination in mind. I mean, we had planned to go as far as Vilar formoso, like we always do when we're in Badamalos for the sole purpose of stocking up on the smoked Spanish Pimenton, we seem to live off in this house.
I wasn't expecting it's energy and sounds, which seemed to resonate within its maize of alleyways and terracota walls. Nor was I expecting its beautifully framed balconies, encased in old glass and lined with colourful flower pots. And those wooden doors, so old, so filled with history. Somehow, this old town managed to encapsulate it's richness, it's tradition. And someday, we'll make our way back there. For some of it has remained engraved within me... xxx Stella
I can't wait to tell you about Portugal's wonder, her winding trails, and her charming ways. We were tucked away, deep, in a quaint stone village for the first few days, within Guarda's undulating hills. With views extending as far as the eye could see. Badamalos, has that quality, of slowing you right down, encasing you within it's warmed summer stone walls. We spent precious family moments, laughing, playing, jumping in the Coa river. We ate and sang at the top of our voices, danced, by the candle light until the skies were dotted with stars. We woke up early and slept late, trailed up to hidden, peaceful, spots. Sat on boulders, at hill tops, and raised our arms to empty skies.
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In all my recent trips to London, Camden, has conspired to allure me every single time. It's unruly and frantic streets, stables, turned into market stalls, old brick walls, filled densely, with endless fabrics and colourful signage. Some handmade, some individually carved. Its vintage tones and worn out doors. It's silent corners, that play raucously on night fall, its beautifully vibrant, creative, eclectic crowd. There's a part of me that says I will see another of London's parts next time, but as the dust settles, I remember, there's a corner of Camden I have yet to see. Happy Friday dear friends! And I certainly hope, trips have been planed, for the sun promises to brighten up the way.
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On the shore of Mink Lake, in a private wooded setting, this authentic log cabin is perfect for a romantic getaway or a family adventure vacation. Equipped for modern comfort, its handcrafted appointments lend a rustic charm.
Make our secluded lakeside housekeeping cottage your base for exploring historic Eastern Ontario.
Stuart Log Cottage is a stone's throw from the Town of Eganville, which was founded in the early 1840's as a grist mill community.
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Note: We do not provide towels or bed linens. Please enquire if you need us to supply these.
The wooded shoreline provides habitat for frogs, ducks and other wildlife, and the water is shallow enough for kids to swim.
Guided nature walks in the woods and at the shoreline are available.
Firewood for use during your stay - in the fireplace or outdoor fire pit -
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see Alkaptonuria filed
Alkaptonuria, or 'black urine ailment', is a very unusual inherited ailment that stops the frame in reality breaking down protein building blocks (amino acids) called tyrosine and phenylalanine.
It outcomes in a construct-up of a chemical called homogentisic acid within the frame.
this will turn urine and components of the body a dark colour and motive numerous problems over the years.
generally, amino acids are broken down in a chain of chemical reactions. however in alkaptonuria, a substance produced along the way – homogentisic acid – can't be broken down any further.
this is due to the reality the enzyme that normally breaks it down does now not artwork well (enzymes are proteins that make chemical reactions stand up).
one of the earliest signs of the condition is dark-stained nappies, as homogentisic acid causes urine to show black at the same time as uncovered to air for some hours.
If this sign is left out or disregarded, the sickness may match disregarded until adulthood, as there are normally no different fundamental symptoms and symptoms until the character reaches their overdue 20s to early 30s.
symptoms and signs and symptoms and symptoms in adults
Over the course of a few years, homogentisic acid slowly builds up in tissues in the route of the frame.
it could increase in almost any area of the frame, which includes the cartilage, tendons, bones, nails, ears and coronary coronary heart. It stains the tissues darkish and reasons a big type of issues.
Joints and bones
even as someone with alkaptonuria reaches their 20s or 30s, they'll start to experience joint issues.
normally, they will have lower decrease back ache and stiffness observed with the resource of manner of knee, hip and shoulder pain. the ones are the early symptoms and signs and symptoms of osteoarthritis.
in the end, cartilage (a hard, bendy tissue determined at a few degree within the body) might also moreover additionally end up brittle and harm, main to joint and spinal harm. Joint opportunity operations are regularly needed.
Ears and eyes
An obvious signal of alkaptonuria in adults is thickening and blue-black discolouration of ear cartilage. that is known as ochronosis.
The earwax can also be black or reddish-brown.
Many people increase brown or grey spots on the whites of their eyes as properly.
pores and skin and nails
Alkaptonuria can result in discoloured sweat, that would stain garments and reason a few human beings to have blue or black speckled areas of pores and pores and skin. Nails may additionally additionally turn a bluish color.
The pores and pores and skin colour modifications are most obvious on areas exposed to the sun and wherein sweat glands are decided – the cheeks, brow, armpits and genital area.
respiration issues
If the bones and muscular tissues across the lungs become stiff, it could prevent the chest growing and result in shortness of breath or hassle respiratory.
coronary coronary heart, kidney and prostate troubles
Deposits of homogentisic acid spherical coronary heart valves can reason them to harden and flip brittle and black. Blood vessels can also grow to be stiff and weaken.
this will motive coronary coronary heart ailment and can require coronary coronary heart valve replacements.
The deposits can also reason kidney stones, bladder stones and prostate stones.
How alkaptonuria is inherited
each cell in the body includes 23 pairs of chromosomes. the ones bring the genes you inherit from your mother and father.
One of each pair of chromosomes is inherited from each figure, which means (excluding the intercourse chromosomes) there are copies of each gene in each cellular.
The gene concerned in alkaptonuria is the HGD gene. This gives instructions for making an enzyme known as homogentisate oxidase, which is needed to break down homogentisic acid.
You want to inherit two copies of the defective HGD gene (one from every determine) to expand alkaptonuria. The chances of this are slim, that is why the ailment may be very uncommon – affecting without a doubt 1 in 250,000 to 500,000 people international, and first-class round sixty four people in commonplace inside the united kingdom.
The dad and mom of a person with alkaptonuria will frequently most effective deliver one reproduction of the faulty gene themselves, because of this they will no longer have any symptoms or symptoms and signs and symptoms of the state of affairs.
How alkaptonuria is controlled
Alkaptonuria is a lifelong scenario – there's presently no particular treatment or therapy.
but, a remedy known as nitisinone has shown some promise, and painkillers and way of life adjustments may also additionally help you address the signs and symptoms and signs and symptoms.
Nitisinone isn't always licensed for alkaptonuria – it's miles furnished "off label" on the countrywide Alkaptonuria Centre, the treatment centre for all alkaptonuria sufferers primarily based totally at Royal Liverpool college health facility.
Nitisinone reduces the extent of homogentisic acid in the frame. it's miles presently an experimental remedy, but research into its effectiveness is ongoing and there had been some promising results to this point.
The AKU Society has data on DevelopAKUre, a medical trial programme for nitisinone. sign up your interest for DevelopAKUre.
food regimen
If the state of affairs is identified in early life, it may be possible to slow its development thru restricting protein in the diet regime, as this could lessen degrees of tyrosine and phenylalanine on your frame.
A low-protein eating regimen also can be useful in lowering the threat of ability thing consequences of nitisinone during maturity. Your physician or dietitian can advise you about this.
If alkaptonuria motives pain and stiffness, you may think workout will make your signs and symptoms worse. but normal gentle workout can simply help via constructing muscle and strengthening your joints.
exercising is also correct for assuaging stress, losing weight and improving your posture, all of that could ease your signs and symptoms.
The AKU Society recommends avoiding workout that locations extra pressure at the joints, which embody boxing, soccer and rugby, and trying moderate exercise inclusive of yoga, swimming and pilates as an opportunity.
Your GP or a physiotherapist will allow you to offer you with a appropriate exercise plan to observe at home. it is essential to examine this plan as there can be a danger the wrong kind of exercise can also harm your joints.
ache comfort
speak to clinical doctor approximately painkillers and one-of-a-type strategies to govern ache. you can want to try transcutaneous electric powered nerve stimulation (TENS), wherein a device is used to numb the nerve endings for your spinal twine and decrease ache. This treatment is normally organized through the use of a physiotherapist.
look at about dwelling with pain.
Emotional help
A evaluation of alkaptonuria can be complex and overwhelming within the starting. Like many people with an prolonged-term health state of affairs, those who discover they've got alkaptonuria can also additionally feel demanding or depressed.
but there are people you may speak to who can help. speak for your GP if you enjoy you need manual to cope with your infection. you could additionally visit the AKU Society internet website on-line, a charity imparting resource to sufferers, their families and carers.
surgical treatment
once in a while surgical treatment can be important if joints are damaged and want changing, or if coronary heart valves or vessels have hardened.
examine approximately some common procedures:
hip replacement
knee replacement
aortic valve possibility
people with alkaptonuria have a ordinary life expectancy. however, they may normally revel in intense symptoms and signs, which incorporates pain and lack of movement inside the joints, which drastically effect on amazing of existence.
walking and sporting out strenuous bodily interest will normally become very tough, and finally you can want mobility aids which incorporates a wheelchair to get round.
visit the AKU Society internet net web page for greater records and help.
information about you
in case you or your little one has alkaptonuria, your scientific organization will skip records about you/your toddler without delay to the countrywide Congenital Anomaly and uncommon sicknesses Registration provider (NCARDRS).
This allows scientists look for better ways to prevent and treat this circumstance. you could pick out of the join up at any time


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The recital opened with a delightful performance of Alexander Grechaninov's Sonata No. 1 for Clarinet and Piano, Op. 161 by Dmitry Perevertailenko (clarinet) and Seong Eun (Grace) Kim (piano). The work was enjoyable, oscillating between a jolly and playful nature to a more melancholy yet still comedic one. Especially beautiful was the second movement, Canzona. The third movement contained many false endings that left the audience wondering how it would close.
Next up was Buffet Crampon and Vandoren Artist Alcides Rodriguez of the Atlanta Symphony. He was joined by Gail Novak at the piano performing the Widor Introduction and Rondo, which was not listed on the program. Alcides' command of the technique was evident, as was his beautiful tone, especially at piano dynamics. His performance was extremely well received by all.
Next Alcides was joined by Heather Rodriguez (Rodriguez Musical Services) for Ponchielli's Il Covegno. Their tones blended exceptionally well and they made this tricky work seem effortless. Bravo.
The recital closed with a work by Thomas Drury, Sonatina for Clarinet and Piano. Thomas Josenhans, clarinet (Chair-University of Evansville), was joined by the composer at the piano. The first movement, "Driving but buoyant" was in ternary form and had a wonderful imitative quality. The second movement, "Quite slow but with a lilt" started with a beautiful (possibly Irish) folk song that then transformed into an anxious and dissonant section. Another three-part form, the melody returned to be performed by the piano and ending positively. The third movement was a jig that had running triplets before becoming fragmented and imitative once more. The piece was performed with enthusiasm and would work well on recitals for students and professionals alike.
–Notes by Dr. Dawn Marie Lindblade
Dr. Lindblade is the Assistant Professor of Clarinet at the University of Central Oklahoma and is a Clinician at Clarinet Pro Workshops, Austin Texas.


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This is a list of resources that may be helpful to people who are looking for specific books that may not be listed here. Some are specifically geared to people who are trying to find books and others are lists, catalogues, or databases of books with descriptions and the options to search for specific ones. If anyone knows of a resource that I haven't included yet, let me know, and I'll add it! As always, this is a work in progress.
Book Descriptions
Sometimes, you can find what you're looking for just by doing a keyword search and reading the product descriptions. The downside is that not every book has a product description or a review written in enough detail to let you know whether it's the one you're thinking of or not. However, there are places where you can ask questions about products or ask someone who has placed a review for more details.
People can give reviews and ratings for books they have read (both adults and children), and many of them have descriptions of the plots. You can search for an individual book or browse by category. In many cases, there are pages which list books in a series, and some people have made lists of books in a particular category, such as children's books from specific decades. The downside is that some older books or lesser-known ones may not have descriptions because no one has entered one yet.
This site has descriptions for adult, young adult, and children's books. It's an extensive collection with a search feature to help you locate specific books under various categories and links to places where you can buy the books.
Other People's Blogs
There are many blogs dedicated to children's literature! These are some that I particularly liked.
This blog hasn't be active since 2017, but it has some nice entries about vintage books that I don't have and haven't read.
The owner of this blog works in the English Department at Simon Fraser University in Burnaby, British Columbia, specializing in Children's Literature and Early Canadian Literature. Her blog is organized alphabetically with special attention to age and reading level and with a few special articles about teaching. It has more modern ones than I typically include, but also some older ones.
Books on Specific Topics
If you're looking for a very specific kind of book, there may be a site already dedicated to that topic. For books from a specific decade, see the resources listed under each decade in the Books By Decade section. You can find lists of books on different themes and topics that are described on this site under the Book Lists section. Some of my special topics lists also have links to additional resources.
The 100 Best Children's and YA Mysteries of the Past 10 Years
Because my site is geared specifically for nostalgic books that are at least 10 years old, it's going to be awhile before any of these end up on this site. The article was written in 2015. If the book you're looking for is a relatively recent mystery, you might try here.
It is exactly what it sounds like! The goal, as explained on the site, is to find and catalogue 1000 books with black girls as main characters. As of this writing, it is still a work in progress. However, if you are looking for a book with a black girl as a main character, this is the place to go! They also take suggestions and donations.
This is for books of the Choose Your Own Adventure variety, where readers make the choices about what characters in the story should do and the endings differ depending on the choices that the readers make. The site lists different series and individual books within series.
List of Little Golden Books Titles
This is the best list of Little Golden Books I've seen so far. It's in alphabetical order, and if you click on individual titles, there are descriptions and cover pictures. If you can't find a Golden Book you're looking for here, you might also consider looking at printed books. There are guides to Golden Books written for collectors.
Vintage Series Books for Girls . . . and a Few for Boys
As the title suggests, most of the series described at this site are girls' series, but there are some series aimed at boys as well. They are all "vintage" books (roughly mid-20th century and earlier), and there are many Stratemeyer series here. There is also a blog connected with this site.
Wikipedia — List of Stratemeyer Syndicate Series
The Stratemeyer Syndicate produced many children's series over the course of decades, including some that people might not know were Stratemeyer books. If what you're looking for was an adventure or mystery story that was part of a series, especially if it might have been published prior to 1980, you might consider if it could have been one of these.
Read Books Online
This is mainly for books old enough to be in the public domain, but there are some places where you can even read non-public domain books.
"A non-profit library of millions of free books, movies, software, music, websites, and more." It's free to use, but it requires you to sign up for an account. It has more than just public domain books. Various organizations, such as libraries and book-selling companies, have donated scanned copies of many books and also various audio recordings, some software (such as old computer games), and other materials. There is even help for users with print disabilities. Patrons may borrow up to 5 items at a time, and books can be borrowed for up to 14 days, with the option to renew. When your time is up, the book simply disappears from your list of loans, so there are no late fees. You can also turn in books early if you're done with them and want to get something else. Patrons can also place holds on books which are currently being loaned.
Provides free e-books of books that are in the public domain. Some of the older vintage series described on my site are here. There is no need to sign up for an account. E-books are available in multiple formats.
This is a collection of public domain works, especially those about religion and folklore. Most of it isn't for children, but some of the folktales and fairy tales overlap with children's literature. For example, they have a complete collection of the Lang Fairy Books (also known as the Color Fairy Books because of the titles). There is no need to sign up for an account, you can simply read the texts in the page.
An online collection of public domain works by the University of South Florida. The description on the main page states:
"Lit2Go is a free online collection of stories and poems in Mp3 (audiobook) format. An abstract, citation, playing time, and word count are given for each of the passages. Many of the passages also have a related reading strategy identified. Each reading passage can also be downloaded as a PDF and printed for use as a read-along or as supplemental reading material for your classroom. "
The collection contains more than children's literature and is free for the public to use. You can listen to the audio version of a book while reading the text version of a book in your browser at the same time. You can search for books by author, title, genre (broad categories such as mystery, adventure, fantasy, and horror), collection (shows specific topics such as African-American Literature, The Princess Collection for stories about princesses, or specific series such as the Oz books or the Lang Fairy Books), or reading difficulty according to the Flesch-Kincaid grade level system.
Searching Tips and Help
Some of these are ones I've already listed at the bottom of the main blog page.
An online forum where people make inquiries for specific books, using details that they remember.
Google Books — Advanced Book Search
You can look for a book through Google Books. It will look for the keywords you provide in book descriptions and return suggestions.
How to Find a Book Without Knowing the Title or Author
A guide with search tips and additional resources.
Library Thing — Name That Book
A place where you can post inquiries for books you're looking for along with some search tips.
Loganberry's Stump the Bookseller
For a small fee, you can submit a description of a book you're looking for to see if the bookstore employees or other readers of their blog recognize it and can tell you the title. For free, you can read descriptions that others have sent in to see if there's something that you recognize.
Offers suggestions for search strategies and additional resources.
Resources for Teachers
These sites are specifically geared to help teachers to select books and plan activities.
Has descriptions of recommended mystery books of all levels, fiction and nonfiction (some of them are also covered on this site) plus suggestions for related activities.
History of Children's Literature
The History of Children's Books
An article about the earliest children's literature.
Thoughts About Children's Literature
Our favorite books when we were young don't lose their appeal as we get older. In fact, many adults still love to read good children's books. Why? I talk about it somewhat in my About page, but these people have some inspiring thoughts about children's literature.
10 Reason to Read Children's Books Instead of 'Grown-Up' Books
Why All Adults Should Read Children's Books
Tips About Reading to Children
How to Really Read Racist Books to Your Kids
When you read vintage children's books, which can be fun and exciting, you do sometimes run into the problem of books using racial terms or stereotypes which are no longer acceptable in modern society. So are these books really that bad, and if so, what do you do about it? This article takes a look at the degrees of racial issues in older books and how to talk to children about issues that they encounter in stories.
One of the issues that I think is important is remembering that books, like people, have both good sides and bad sides. Some are more likeable or more helpful than others, but to really know them as whole people, you have to look at their individual points, both good and bad. For example, it's okay to say that you liked a story for being exciting but that you didn't like the way that some of the characters talked or acted. You can have mixed feelings about books and fictional characters, just like you can about real people (ex. "He's fun to be with but kind of a flake" or "She's a hard worker but not easy to get along with"). The good points don't make the bad points less bad, and the bad points don't make the good points less good, but it's important to acknowledge that both exist. How much there are of each tells you whether you want to read the book again, kind of like how a person's good and bad traits tell you whether you want to hang out with them or work with them again. I think that acknowledging those mixed feelings and seeing that it's okay to have them can help children gain wisdom, maturity, and greater decision-making skills. Some people are different from others, but that's okay. Some people don't behave as well as others, but we can handle that. In the end, we make up our own minds about who we will be and how we will behave.


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We spoke with Eric Slick about drumming for Dr. Dog, venturing out as a solo artist, and starting a new record label.
When did you join Dr. Dog and how did you get in cahoots with those guys? What's your level of involvement in songwriting for the group? What was the first Dr. Dog recording you played on?
I joined Dr. Dog in 2010. I had been friends with them for a few years, dating back to 2007. Their drummer quit on the first day of a major tour, and our friend Dimitri Manos filled in. I got the call shortly thereafter.
I don't really write with the group, although I'd love to in the future. I've written some horn and string arrangements here and there for "Long Way Down" and "Twilight." I wrote the main riff for "How Long Must I Wait" in an app called Beatwave and then I translated it for guitar.
The first Dr. Dog recording I played on is one of my favorites. It was a double 7 inch. Not a lot of people have it. I was excited to work with them and I felt like we threw a lot of odd experimental ideas around. There's a mutant P-Funk tune called "Black Or Red" that we sometimes play live.
Aside from Dr. Dog, you perform with a group called Lithuania and also solo under your own name. How do these projects differ from one another? Do you compartmentalize different parts of your creativity with these groups?
My creative process is always the same. I write songs and then decide which project would be most appropriate. It's the Robert Pollard mentality. The louder material tends to go to Lithuania! I want it to sound like Shudder To Think or Speedy Ortiz.
My solo material veers towards my cerebral side. I want those ideas to sound more textural and abstract. They're more music theory minded, to show my chops as a composer.
Have you been recording any music for either of your solo projects? What's your recording and production style? Is it a quick and calculated effort or are do you have the resources to take your time and really workshop ideas in the studio?
When I record demos, I try to have the foresight to see where the song is going and where it's naturally gravitating towards. I'm not a perfectionist. I don't have a budget or any real gear to make my own music, so usually I record in GarageBand or on my Tascam.
A song off of my forthcoming solo record (Palisades) called "The Dirge" only took a half hour to write. It took an hour to record. Another song called "Evergreen" took 3 days to write and I was so wrapped up in it, I forgot to eat. It took 2 years to record.
You never know where it's going to take you. That's why it's important to be present.
You're based in Philly and seem to be a cultural icon in the music scene there for your work with Dr. Dog and other groups from the city. What makes Philly a special place for music? Who are some artists you admire from the area?
Thanks for the kind words. I can't believe you think that, and I am humbled. I certainly don't see myself as an icon or anything like that. I see myself as someone who has overextended his stay and played in too many bands. I lost a lot of sleep. I think the majority of my growth happened when I left Philadelphia for North Carolina and started writing songs.
I don't live in Philadelphia anymore. It's a difficult city for me to navigate these days. I don't think too many people like me there, besides my family and closest friends. I left because I had to hit the reset button on my life.
I will say that there was an incredible influx of music and that Philadelphia bands have a sound like no other. My favorite Philly bands were: Man Man, Make A Rising, Hermit Thrushes, Pattern Is Movement, Whales and Cops, and Capillary Action. My favorite band right now is Palberta.
What made you get into drumming? What's your earliest percussion memory and how has your taste evolved over time in regard to the instrument?
My earliest percussion memory is breaking my bongos at age 2. I had a lot of untapped aggression as a kid. Drums are the perfect therapy for that.
I used to play drums and feel like I was at home. Now the drums serve a different purpose for me. I don't want to play them as much. I still love them, don't get me wrong. I just didn't like how I viewed them. I'm taking a much needed break.
I wanted to be the fastest when I was young. Now I just want them to sound like the were recorded underwater.
My favorite drummers are the ones who play the least. Parker Kindred, Austin Vaughn, Jaki Liebezeit, Jim Keltner, James Gadson. They paint a picture when they play. It's magical.
Your solo album Out of Habit is among a long list of limited run album that sell out almost immediately from one of our favorite labels, People In A Position To Know. What's your connection to the label and what makes these records so attractive and valuable on the resale market? What's your take on vinyl scalpers? Do you view it as a merit of achievement or as a negative part of the industry?
I think Mike Dixon (he runs the label) has an insane amount of passion and energy. His imagination is limitless. He makes chocolate records for Christ's sake. He does amazing work and should be given an award for his relentlessness.
Is it rude for me to say I don't care about the state of vinyl that much? I think any way of digesting music is beautiful. What does it matter if you're sitting down to pay attention to something that somebody made? That's more than what most people are capable of doing nowadays. It's certainly much better than gazing into the abyss of your phone. I'm no better. Guilty as charged.
I do love that vinyl sparks joy in people. It makes people feel like they've invested in art, and that's a good thing.
You're making an appearance at SXSW this year under your solo moniker. How does touring with Dr. Dog differ from touring solo? What are the advantages of the solo travels? What are the things you enjoy most about the travels with Dr. Dog?
The thing I love most about touring is eating. And spending time with my closest friends. And getting any amount of sleep.
I haven't toured solo yet but I imagine I'll be a lot more anxious. I'm very comfortable with my role in Dr. Dog. I show up, hit some circles, go to bed. I love those guys so much. They treat me with the utmost respect. I hope they know that I'm grateful for what they've shown me - how to be a musician and how to be a good person.
My solo tour will be fun though. Expect some seriously bad jokes.
You've started a new label, Least Records. What's your vision for this label? Do you have any bands signed yet? What have been the challenges starting a new label?
Hah! I have no vision yet. I should. It's tough because I don't have the infrastructure to do anything yet. I'd love to start signing some bands. Anyone wanna throw me a couple trillion to make a super weird label that only puts out noise?!


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