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If so, this great opportunity might just have your name on it.
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The Pause
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The Pause
Inviting Stillness During Chaos
You are familiar with the rush of anger, anxiety, fear, stress, and other emotions that trigger you. This uncomfortable stirring inside makes your face red or your stomach tighten. You have "talked" about this in therapy or with friends for years yet things don't soften or change. Let me introduce you to what I call "The Pause". The discomfort we experience in our bodies during a triggered moment offers us enough sensation to remind us of this intervention. Physically stop what you are doing or pause the next time you feel that twinge, tightness, quivery, pounding or uncomfortable sensation in your body. Take a moment to become "curious" about the sensation. Ask yourself these questions, "Hmm what are you afraid of right now, how is this sensation trying to help me, how is this feeling related to my past?" Just asking the sensation a few questions can give you enough insight into a deeper meaning. The trigger might have been the odd look the cashier gave you in the check out line, but there is something more significant to why you became deeply unsettled inside. Adding some compassion toward these uncomfortable feelings can invite understanding and inner peace. Then allow yourself to breath into the sensation and notice where feel calm and still in your body. Take a few seconds to stay focused on the stillness and then shift your attention back to your daily routine. A pause allows us to slow down, gain clarity, and soften the sensation.
I help people to have a deeper understanding of what is happening internally, and through this new found information people start to feel more compassionate toward themselves.
Asheville Therapist, Vanessa Crisp, offers individual counseling to adult women and adolescents.

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Bacco is one of the North End's best dining experiences, featuring contemporary elegance in the heart of historic North End. Check out what Bostonians are saying about Bacco on Yelp: "One of the North End's treasures, highly recommend it during the Summertime. Sit upstairs and try to get a table by the window. Fantastic ambiance!" Seth Y. "My boyfriend and I went to Bacco for my birthday dinner and it was the perfect place to go for both a romantic atmosphere and delicious food. We had a table for two upstairs by the windows overlooking the streets below, and all the table are lit with small candles. The food was excellent - we loved the tomato and mozzarella salad - and our main courses (mine: pan-seared diver scallops, his: pork loin) were absolutely delicious. And I highly reccommend the after dinner drinks - the chocolate chip martini tasted just like mint chocolate chip ice cream." Heather F. "Loved bacco! I loved it so much I went twice in one week! Both times, food was fantastic and service was great! First time was a group of 7 of us for a birthday. Martinis were so amazing! I had the seafood pasta special, absolutely one of the best Italian meals I have had in a long time. Everyone I was with said their meals were excellent. I will return!" Lindsay M.
Italian classics served at this North End restaurant dressed up with brick walls and Tuscan digs.
Italian food lovers rave about the creative and substantial cooking at this North End keeper that's a new star, providing classy modern Italian Food. "With its exciting, modern Italian menu, one of the North End's smallest restaurants delivers large culinary rewards."
Ristorante Fiore, located in Boston's historic North End is a sophisticated ristorante serving up a seasonally-inspired, classic, Italian menu. A personal experience awaits every guest thanks to an ever-changing menu throughout the year. Dine on everything from fresh, handmade breads and pastas to classic, old-world, Italian plates to inventive, locally-sourced, seafood dishes. Guests can enjoy themselves no matter the occasion, in the elegant main dining room on the first floor or on the North End's only roof deck upstairs during the warmer months. Ristorante Fiore is an elegant, warmly decorated restaurant that welcomes everyone. You can host both small, intimate gatherings, as well as larger events (up to 70 people). Fiore's private dining room on the third floor overlooks the vibrant scene on Hanover Street, making it the perfect backdrop for a truly magical evening.
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Affordable Modern Lighting From Gantri: Meet Zeppelin
We all need to rest, but with space at a premium in modern condos, bedrooms have evolved from simple slumber zones into multi-functional rooms that can be tricky to illuminate. And we still lacked a nice bedside lamp for our guest room.
We do have a gorgeous central ceiling light that casts a good even glow around the entire room that's perfect for general everyday tasks, such as getting dressed on dark mornings, cleaning and putting away laundry--you know--things of that sort. But how inconvenient for a guest to dive into bed with a great book only to start nodding off but have to get out of the perfect spot and walk across the room to flick the overhead light off.
So I knew I wanted something for a book lover. Something that balanced a relaxing glow with suitable brightness so vision doesn't become strained. And of course not only did it need to illuminate the bedroom, but it also needed to be stylish. The piece needed to compliment the overall space, not compete with it.
And I absolutely was not looking to spend a fortune. The room was already done with Design Within Reach furniture pieces so we really needed to cut some costs here. But of course, did not want to sacrifice quality or design esthetic.
If you have followed me for a while now you are familiar with Gantri. They are forward-thinking, design-obsessed innovators who are committed to creating original modern designs that are inspired, well made and affordable. They partner with talented established and emerging designers from around the world and help bring their unique visions to life and directly into your home.
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You won't find any copycats or lookalikes here. Every Gantri design is a guaranteed original -— just like you.
It's all in the details. It's why we obsess over the quality, consistency and aesthetic of every product. If it doesn't meet our expectations, it doesn't ship.
The right fit for you and your space. Our pieces are practically designed to enhance everyday living and experiences.
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They are reimagining the future of design. Their innovative production process leverages the speed, efficiency and flexibility of 3D printing to create one-of-a-kind products that are better for the world — and your wallet.
I own The Mellow Fellow and it has been such a fabulous addition so we knew Gantri would be the perfect place to find a light for the guest room. So meet Zeppelin my dears!
A modern classic
In both style and innovation, Zeppelin designed by Chris Granneberg gives a nod to the iconic Nelson Bubble Lamps made popular in 1950s. It features unique rib profiles, smooth curved surfaces and a durable, monolithic form reminiscent of the Bubble Lamp — but made sustainably and without the hefty price tag. This mid-century inspired light casts a warm glow and creates a relaxing ambience — instantly brightening every space and mood. Zeppelin is ideally suited for a cozy living room, bedroom or studio. And it's made sustainable using PLA or renewable corn based material so you know this is right up my alley.
There are three color options too depending on your style! We went with snow! Big surprise, I know. LOL.
And I have also been playing with it in the living room so I might be ordering another.
And Henry certainly approves!
Zeppelin is only $168.00 dollars too making this such a piece everyone can afford. You can pre-order it now and it will begin shipping the week of September 8th-15th.
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Jabberwock 2019: A Strand of Cultured Pearls
Savannah Alumnae Programs
Empowering Males to Build Opportunities for Developing Independence is a program that helps young men aged 11-17 learn skills and have experiences in a mentoring environment. Approximately 20 young men meet monthly to participate in hands-on activities that reinforce life skills, academic preparation, health, positive relationships, community service, teamwork and resiliency. Guest speakers provide additional […]


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More disturbing thoughts from elsewhere. The numbers mentioned may be off-the-cuff remarks, but the scenario is more closer to reality - unfortunately.
The alarming situation that Indian economy is mired in despite tall claims of World Bank and Indian Government, calls for immediate attention of Indian Public.Some examples are as under:
1. Almost 50% of Union Government and State Government revenue is eaten away by the good for nothing and corrupt bureucracy on salaries, perquisites, and allowances ( A typical SP of plice costs almost 75,000 per month to State and eats another 3 times in bribery.)
2.30% of All expenditure in defense, infrastructure, power, health and other purchases is siphoned off by way of bribes and kick backs and the cost of purchase is almost 1.5 times of what would have been possible if the procurement would have been corruption free. This tantamounts to mind boggling figure of almost Rs 300,000 Millions ( Rs 300 Billions)every year.
With so much black money( My estimates are almost 80% of white money circulation and GDP)in system, inflation and inequitable distribution of wealth is inevitable.
3.Mindless opening up of economy particularly in White goods and automobiles is shooting up demand for Petrol and diesel and electricty, all in acute short supply in India and for which Billions of dollars are to be spend each year for improts.besides spoiling environment and creating garbage and noise.
India has failed to put in place Mass Rapid public transport system and the pool vehicles with acceptable level of quality and peformnace so that people are encouraged to use public transport for their office and day to day commuting.
4.despite heavy increase in inflation rate(Almost 8.5%) the savings bank and FD rates in banks is being maintained ridiculously low at 3.5 to 5.5% pern annum range.That means eroding the capital of common man in small savings. This will create serious social problems in coming times. How time deposit rates can be less than inflation rate? This is idiotic.
The PF deposit rates have been reduced despite protests.Any thing less than 10 % rate of such Deposits will put retired persons in real soup.India has no Social security scheme in place and government must meet interest gap by way of social security funds to be allocated in budget.
5.Foolish rhetoric of reservation system for employment generation and social justice will prove disastrous and unproductive , rather counter productive in coming times. On one hand Government talks of free market economy and liberalisation and on other hand it takes action that tanatamounts to interference and regulation on business.Against WTO directive of free labor market.
6.No where in world and in history any government could provide employment to more than 10 % of its population and Indian Government is trying to divert attention of people and make fraudulent promises to get jobs through reservation is one of the most sinister politicial fraud with the nation byv all politcial parties.
In fact required actions are not being taken to generate employment opportunities in economy and 70% of India's busget is being siphoned off or spent wastefully in government establishment cost and corruption.
7.The overdue legal reforms to ensure fast and fair justice is not being done as it does not suit 40% criminals in politics in all parties. What is happening in Best Bakery case in Gujarat is outcome of weak and fraudulent judical system in country where a witness can't even give testimony without pressure.Delays, foolish principles of criminal and civil jurisprudence and corruption and insensitised lawyers and policemen( Read gundas in uniform), is cause of all this state of affairs. despite several reports submitted, poice powers of arrest and prosecution are not being curtailed and fiancial and penal liabilities imposed.
It is time that citizens of India take on the corrupt and lethargic politicians, bureaucrates and police upfront and start punishing them .
Indian society has decayed in last 50 years appreciably and a kind of rennaisance or revolution is required to cleanse the society of corrupt, criminals and dirty politcians and the foolish laws.
Members are requested to send specific suggestions for reforms in india( Not the type of reforms like advocated by pseudo econnomists and puppets like the ilk of Man Mohan singh ,et. al) so that an approach paper can be prepaerd and sent to policy makers .


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The frost is almost upon us! That means it's time to harvest the herbs! I work at The Celtic Cup Coffee House in the small town of Tullahoma, Tennessee. I don't have my own herb garden, but The Celtic Cup does. I love getting to use the fresh herbs when I bake quiches, casseroles, and … Read more


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People Like Us Movie Review #PeopleLikeUs
On my recent trip to NYC, I had the opportunity to attend a screening of the film, People Like Us. I knew it was a drama, but didn't know too much about the movie at that point so I went in with an open mind and wasn't sure what to expect. The film is actually inspired by true life events of director, Alex Kurzman. It starts out with Chris, a salesman in his 20s, discovering that his father has died and having to return home to settle his estate and attend the funeral. During this time, he finds out that he actually has a half-sister that his father never mentioned AND is required to deliver to her $150,000 of his father's fortune. Chris is in shock and questions everything he knew about his dad. He also has a moral dilemma about delivering that money to his sister because of his own failing financial position. He meets his sister and her 12 year old son, Josh and begins to develop a relationship with them, BUT without revealing WHO is and WHAT his purpose is.
People Like Us is an emotional rollercoaster ride so bring the tissues with you when you go. I could relate to all the characters and the challenges they faced. Chris, the son, struggles with how to tell his sister who he really is and dealing with his mother who has secrets of her own. Frankie (the sister) deals with the fact that she had an absentee father who kept her a secret for her entire life. I loved watching the relationship between Chris, Frankie and her 12 year old son, Josh develop. There were times in the movie. I was anxiously anticipating Chris revealing his true identity to Frankie and Josh. You will have to watch and see how that unfolds because I don't want to ruin the experience for you.
The movie also brought up the question for me about how well do you really know the people in your life? You may think you know them, but really you only know what they want you to see. As Chris finds out, his dad had a lot of secrets and things he didn't want anyone to know.
This is an easy movie to lose yourself in and feel immersed in the story and characters. I didn't want it to end! People Like Us opens in theatres on June 29th. I want John to take me so I can watch it again!!
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Current final year medical student at UKZN, 24 year old Mr Kumeren Govender, has been awarded the prestigious Rhodes scholarship 2018 for travel, living and study expenses at Oxford University, England. Oxford was recently ranked as number one in the world by The Times Higher Education World Rankings of Universities.
Govender plans to pursue a PhD degree at Oxford in an interdisciplinary field of artificial intelligence (deep learning), big data and complex systems. He commented, 'The aim of this is to use big data from healthcare systems or genomic data to solve complex healthcare threats including patterns of diseases such as the emergence of drug-resistant TB or antibiotic resistance, which is predicted to be the number one cause of death by 2050.'
Govender's numerous academic accomplishments began when he completed his Grade 12 year with 12 distinctions (Tamil being one of them) from Durban's Star College. Accepted into UKZN's medial programme, Govender continued to soar and during his undergraduate years of study has published three peer reviewed articles, written letters to editors and presented papers at conferences.
Govender joined the Centre for the Aids Programme of Research in South Africa (CAPRISA) as a research placement and has been mentored by renowned scientists; Professor's Salim and Quarraisha Abdool Karim, who inspired him to develop an interest in clinical science. He also acknowledges his supervisor Dr. Yoshan Moodley who has been instrumental in every step of his development.
Govender's academic achievements include being placed in the Top 5 'intellects' of the International Science Competition in Abuja, Nigeria; receiving a medal from the International Sustainable World Energy, Engineering and Environment Project, Texas; being awarded the Dean's Commendation for every semester; the Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship for the top 3 students in the College of Health Sciences and the Golden Key Chapter Award 2014 for best all-rounded achiever. He was also nominated as UKZN's top 40 most inspiring students 2015 and awarded as one of the top 200 young South Africans 2017 by Mail & Guardian.
Govender also initiated the South African Medical Students Association branch at UKZN two years ago to ensure collaboration among medical schools nationally and is also the president of the Golden Key International Society at the medical campus. He is also an academic mentor and is currently writing an internal medicine guide for medical students.
Altruistic at heart, Govender is also actively involved in the community and coordinates numerous charity events and awareness campaigns such as "World TB Day 2017-Unmasking Stigma" and "Women's March against violence" which saw an unprecedented group of marches parading to Durban City Hall to end gender-based violence and human trafficking which gained the attention of the EThekwini (deputy) mayor who was present together with numerous other well-renowned figures.
Govender believes art is an integral part of the development of each human being and enhances the process of learning. As such, he plays numerous instruments and the highlight of his music career was playing in a classical violin concert in Frankford, Germany. He also swims the Midmar mile, which is the world's largest open water swim.
Govender commented on his future plans, 'I hope to bridge knowledge from developed worlds to developing worlds and contribute to pioneering innovative and interdisciplinary solutions that are globally relevant to ultimately improve the lives of those burdened by diseases.'
Govender thanked his parents, Dr Nadaraj (a senior lecturer at UKZN) and Sarojini Govender (a teacher in a semi-rural school) and grandparents for their persistence to excel in life. Dr Govender responded to the news of the scholarship, 'Kumeren was always inquisitive and asked numerous questions while young' while his mum added that he was 'always persistent, independent, hardworking and eager to try out new ventures'.
Govender will spend a few months studying classical music in India before heading off to Oxford University late next year.
UKZN's Shining Star Off to Oxford on the Esteemed Rhodes Scholarship
Current final year medical student at UKZN, 24 year old Mr Kumeren Govender, has been awarded the prestigious Rhodes scholarship 2018 for travel, living and study expenses at Oxford University, England. Oxford was recently ranked as number one in the world by The Times Higher Education World Rankings of Universities.


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Cristiano Ronaldo has confirmed that he and girlfriend Georgina Rodriguez are expecting a baby together.
The Portuguese professional footballer, 32, addressed rumours that had been circulating about the pregnancy during an interview with Spanish news outlet El Mundo, who asked whether he was 'happy' to have another child on the way.
He replied simply: 'Yes, very much.'
Georgina, 23, has been dating Cristiano since last year, and the new arrival will be their first child together. However, the sportsman is also father to an older son, also named Cristiano, whose mother is unknown, and recently welcomed twins, said to be a boy and a girl, who were widely reported to be carried by a surrogate, although this has yet to be verified by the star.
'So happy to be able to hold the two new loves of my life 🙏', he said, announcing their arrival on social media.
Portugese TV channel SIC claimed that the children had been named Eva and Mateo, but again, Cristiano himself has remained tight-lipped about the details.
Fans rushed to congratulate him on the birth of the pair, with one writing in a comment on his official Facebook page: 'Amazing 😍😍😍 They are so small and cute omg 😍😍😍 Just Enjoy your babies and dont listen the negative people 👏👏👏 Portugal is proud of you'.
'Those two beauties don't even know how lucky they are !!! Ronaldo great player and definitely a great dad!! He has great family values!! Congratulations Cristiano 👏👏' another agreed.
Neither Cristiano or Georgina have revealed any additional information about their news, such as how far along the pregnancy is, or whether they are expecting a boy or a girl.
Recently, a source told a Portuguese newspaper of their relationship: 'They are very happy with the arrival of the baby. Everyone adores Georgina and are satisfied with this relationship.'


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Smelly maps: the digital life of urban smellscapes
Quercia, D., Schifanella, R., Aiello, L. and McLean, K. (2015) Smelly maps: the digital life of urban smellscapes. In: ICWSM 15: Ninth International AAAI Conference on Web and Social Media, 26th-29th May, 2015, Oxford.
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Smell has a huge influence over how we perceive places. Despite its importance, smell has been crucially overlooked by urban planners and scientists alike, not least because it is difficult to record and analyze at scale. One of the authors of this paper has ventured out in the urban world and conducted ``smellwalks'' in a variety of cities: participants were exposed to a range of different smellscapes and asked to record their experiences. As a result, smell-related words have been collected and classified, creating the first dictionary for urban smell. Here we explore the possibility of using social media data to reliably map the smells of entire cities. To this end, for both Barcelona and London, we collect geo-referenced picture tags from Flickr and Instagram, and geo-referenced tweets from Twitter. We match those tags and tweets with the words in the smell dictionary. We find that smell-related words are best classified in ten categories. We also find that specific categories (e.g., industry, transport, cleaning) correlate with governmental air quality indicators, adding validity to our study.
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Omega Alpha Pharmaceuticals and Amber Marshall Announce New Partnership
Omega Alpha, manufacturer of superior, all natural Equine, Pet and Human health products has joined forces with Canada's most popular TV personality, Amber Marshall, star of the hit series Heartland.
Renowned for her strong connection with animals big and small, Amber shares Omega Alpha's passion for enhancing the quality of life for pets and horses. On the set of Heartland, Amber's job is highly demanding. Proper mental and physical health are keys to her success as she plays the lead role. Omega Alpha's Human health products fit well here too.
"We could not have asked for a more perfect spokesperson to represent the complete Omega Alpha Product Line", says Omega Alpha President, Dr. Gordon Chang. "Amber's true and special bond with animals, along with her drive for excellence and a healthy lifestyle are a perfect fit with our company's goals and values."
Just like Amber and the character she portrays, the Omega Alpha product line is wholesome and suitable for the entire family. For more than 20 years, Omega Alpha has produced herbal formulations using only the best all-natural ingre- dients to help support and maintain a healthy lifestyle for all their customers. Says Amber Marshall, "Omega Alpha products are a perfect fit with my lifestyle. They improve the quality of life for me and for my animals in an effective and natural way. And I really like that!"
As Amber's fan base grows domestically and internationally, so too does the popularity of Omega Alpha products. Their equine, pet and human lines are distributed Canada-wide and are available in several countries including the United Kingdom, Europe, Hong Kong, Cypress and the United States.
About Omega Alpha Pharmaceuticals
Omega Alpha manufactures more than 200 natural health products for horses, pets and humans. The company is Canadian owned and employs 50 staff. Omega Alpha manufactures supplements based on proven, scientific research. They provide safe, effective and all-natural remedies of the highest purity and quality. The company's focus on educa- tion and product training has made them an industry leader in all divisions.
About Amber Marshall
Born and raised in London, Ontario, Amber Marshall recently started her seventh season of portraying Amy Fleming on Heartland. Amber was recently voted by her fans as Canada's Favourite Screen Star at the 2013 Canadian Screen Awards. Amber's life parallels that of her on screen character. She lives on her own ranch near Calgary, Alberta and cares for a multitude of animals including horses, dogs, cats, rabbits, fowl, and other farm animals.
For more information about Omega Alpha Pharmaceuticals Inc., please contact Rob Shaw at [email protected]


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The Russian Mob was a significant criminal organization based in Gotham City.
Affiliates with Falcone
The Russian Mob was affiliated with the Falcone crime family, the most powerful criminal organization at that time. Its leader Nikolai, however, wanted to usurp Falcone's mob, in collusion with Fish Mooney.[2]
Death of Nikolai
After Oswald Cobblepot told Sal Maroni that he knew where Nikolai and his thugs were, a group of mobsters led by Frankie Carbone attacked a warehouse owned by Nikolai. Nikolai was gambling with his fellow mobsters when the door of the warehouse blew up and the Italian mobsters shot the Russians; Nikolai was shot many times as seen by the condition of his corpse.[3]
Gregor Kasyanov, Nikolai's lieutenant, then continues his boss's work in usurping Falcone by helping Mooney rob a vault where Falcone stashes some of his money and guns with the reluctant help of Ian Hargrove, an explosives expert that the mob broke out of prison. The police arrive however, but before they can arrest the Russians, a car bomb is set by Butch Gilzean blew up, killing the Russian Mob members present.[4]
- Nikolai (first leader, deceased)
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I had just begun.
When I was two,
I was nearly new.
When I was three,
I was hardly me.
When I was four,
I was not much more.
When I was five,
I was just alive.
But now I am six,
I'm as clever as clever.
So I think I'll be six
now and forever.
My blog is all about how I juggle life, work, family and still get a little time to express my creativity and decorate my house. Here, I celebrate the south, my love of photography, the Tarheels and my Christian faith.
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Fall Favorites Brought to You By the BH Team
Thank goodness it's finally Fall. As a San Diego native, an area obviously limited in seasons, I never imagined how thrilling it truly is to celebrate this season and say with such giddiness, "Y'all, it's Fall." The hype is actually beyond thrilling. :) Thankfully now, I am totally joining in on the obsession with pumpkin spiced everything, bonfires, pumpkin carving, and apple picking.
In the spirit of Fall, you'll find below a mix of the latest autumn trends and classic traditions a few of our team members and I are swooning over this season. Between the five of us, you're bound to receive a large gathering of inspiration for your next Fall adventure, home decor & more!
Grab your Pumpkin Spice Latte (OR, anything apple), scroll below and enjoy. :)
from Katie
Favorite Fall Wedding Venue: The Ridges Resort on Lake Chatuge in the Blue Ridge Mountains. It has a gorgeous lake and an amazing view of all the Fall colors on the mountains. It's seriously stunning!!
Favorite Fall Engagement Spot: Anywhere in the mountains!! I absolutely love the mountains. When you add in gorgeous fall colors and leaves falling, it's the perfect spot!
from Lindi
Favorite Fall Candle Scent: All the cozy feels with Fireside scent by WoodWick Candles.
Fall Favorite Fashion Find: Obsessing over this Army Green Jacket.
from Jackie
Favorite Spooky Decor: I love a statement spooky sign for your front porch or mantle.
Favorite Fall Bloom: Burgundy dahlia. It's moody, striking, and cozy!
Favorite Fall "I Do" Detail: A moody bloom arrangement in a skull head - SO FUN! Where are all my Halloween brides at? This is definitely a must-have centerpiece for your Halloween themed wedding.
from Marie
Fall Favorite Getaway: Any hole-in-the-wall bubble tea cafes. I love reading a good book, or working on a sudoku puzzle ( I'm a total nerd like that), while sipping on some good bubble tea and people watching through the cafe window. It's definitely my favorite way to get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life!
Fall Favorite Spotify Playlist: Any Frank Sinatra stations or playlists are golden!
from Grace
Favorite Fall Party Favor: Real maple syrup + a copper mug. Guests can use them separately or make a Fall inspired Maple Moscow Mule.
Favorite Fall Jacket: My black vegan leather jacket from Express. I wear it at least once a week.
Oh, the places we'll go - see and do - this Fall. Which of our favorites do you share or want to try this month?
Keep blooming,
Jackie Hites


text: Universal U.K. To Make Staff Cuts 1/22/2004 About 35 positions will be shed at Universal Music U.K. as part of global cost-cutting measures affecting Universal Music Group. About 35 positions will be shed at Universal Music U.K. as part of global cost-cutting measures affecting Universal Music Group. Universal Music U.K., the market leader, employs about 400 people. Chairman/CEO Lucian Grainge informed the staff of the changes yesterday. It is understood that most of the job cuts will hit the sales department. Sources say no artists are expected to be dropped. It is not known whether key executives will be among the casualties. In an internal memo obtained by Bulletin, Grainge writes that UMG in October "began a global review which we knew would result in some difficult decisions at the U.K. company." He adds, "We have been working hard to minimize redundancies, but regrettably around 35 positions within the company are likely to be affected by the cost rationalization." Grainge says in the memo that the music business "has been impacted by a number of global and national threats," citing illegal downloading, rampant piracy, the collapse of the singles market in the U.K. and the decline in album margins. The announcement yesterday begins a consultation process within the company, in accordance with the U.K.'s labor laws. Sources at Universal Music U.K. say the company's three labels-Polydor, Island and Mercury-will remain as stand alone units. (Mercury offices will also move to a new location.) "I have been determined to maintain the individuality and creativity of each of the labels and business units," Grainge says in the memo. FACEBOOK TWITTER EMAIL ME


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The quadrangular tower was built by the natives in honor of Unichakam Veedu K G Parameshwaran Pillai, the former chairman of Kollam Municipality from 1932 to 1948. The construction was started in 1941 and completed in 1944. Built with brick and white cement, it has the distinction of being the first clock tower of the erstwhile Travancore. The four big clocks placed on the sides were brought from Kolkata and its origin can be traced to Britain
Love marriage of king visakham 1880-1885.In 1859 when he was only 22 years old he defied his uncle and married the
woman he loved,
Lekshmi Pilla of Arumana Amma Veedu. His uncle Uthram Tirunal wanted him to marry his daughter from Thiruvattar Ammaveedu. However, Visakam Thirunal refused and married Panapillai Lekshmi Pillai Kochamma of Arumana Ammaveedu on his own choice. She was also a very intelligent
she was the first lady to start English education in the royal house.
Arumana Amma Veedu of Vellalamcodu Desam, which came under the jurisdiction of the maharaja of Travancore,
plays an important role in the history of the state. The Thankachi's of this family were the consort of many kings,
starting from Dharmaraja (ME 933-973), Balarama Varma (ME 973-986) and Visakam Tirunal Rama Varma (ME1055-1060).
There is an interesting story behind the shifting of the capital from Padmanabhapuram to Thiruvananthapuram,
during the time of Dharmaraja. Dharmaraja married four times, his first wife was a Thankachi named 'Vadasseri Kali Amma Nagamani Amma' of Vadasseri Amma Veedu. Later he also married from Arumana, Thiruvattar and Nagercoil Amma Veedu. The story goes that the king made four separate mansions for his 'Ammachi's' in Thiruvananthapuram and shifted them to the new houses. According to historian Ellamkulam, the king frequently visited his wife's and later for his convenience, shifted the capital to Thiruvananthapuram, all this happened during the time of third Mysore War (1789-1792). Thus these Amma Veedu has had played an important role in the shifting of capital from Padmanabhapuram to Thiruvananthapuram.
Later when Travancore revolted against the British rule, under the leadership of Velu Thampi, there was a noble lady from this house to help him. It is said that Velu Thampi, during his revolt when he was in hiding, secured Palace secrets and confidential information with the help of an Arumana Amma, a noblewoman of the Arumana Amma Veedu who was the wife of the then Maharaja Bala Rama Varma.
Arumana Amma Veedu has passed hands from the original owners and is now owned by the distant relatives of the former owners.
The old house, probably built during the reign of Visakam Tirunal has large rooms with high ceiling, a courtyard and separate kitchen connected to the house by a corridor. However, Kizhakkemadhom Pratap, who is a descendant of Visakam Tirunal,
original tharavad of the family was a great 'Ettu Kettu', built in pure traditional style.
|This picture of the Velliara Parayil 'ettukettu' was taken
by Ebbey Tharakan during the years the house was unoccupied.
Later it was demolished and the present building was built during Visakam Tirunal. It is said that as a prince, Visakam Tirunal spend most of his time in Arumana.
Nearby there are the remains of a very old nalukettu, which unlike the new house, which had many evident European features, were made in pure traditional style using timbre. This old house was the Madhom used by the 'potty' of the family. There is a story that Marthanda Varma murdered the last potty brothers who lived there for their involvement in the conspiracy against him, later their mortal remains were found inside
Nearby there are the remains of a very old nalukettu, which unlike the new house, which had many evident European features, were made in pure traditional style using timbre. This old house was the Madhom used by the 'potty' of the family. There is a story that Marthanda Varma murdered the last potty brothers who lived there for their involvement in the conspiracy against him, later their mortal remains were found inside
History of Nalukettu
The Nalukettu is the traditional style of architecture of Kerala, wherein a house has a quadrangle in the centre. Originally the abode of the wealthy Brahmin and Nair families, this style of architecture has today become a status symbol among the well to do in Kerala. Nalukettu is evident in the traditional homes of the upper class homestead where customs and rituals were a part of life. The mansion is created using wood and tiles, central open courtyard and wondrous architecture. The interiors of the house are tastefully decorated with a wealth of antiques made from teak, sandalwood, mahogany etc.
Thrissur Pooram
Thrissur Pooram is known as the Mamangam (great festival) of middle Kerala. It is celebrated in the premises of Sri Vadkkunatha Temple of Thrissur. This is the most famous temple festival of Kerala. Pooram comes every year in the month of Medom (April-May). Pooram is a colourful ceremony accompanied by the grand Kudamattom and Ilanhithara Melam. Lakhs and lakhs of people throng the Thekkinkadu Maidan (ground) to witness the famous Thrissur Pooram. Though the pooram festival lasts for 36 hours only (pooram day and up to next day noon), it is the fulfillment of the efforts of people for one year. Thrissur Pooram is a conclave of Bhagavathys (Goddesses) from the temples of Ayyanthole, Chembukkavu, Kuttoor, Neythalakkavu, Choorakkottukavu, Karamukku, Lalur,Thiruvambady, Paramekkavu and the Sastha (God) of Kanimangalam. Among them, Thiruvambady and Paramekkavu Bhagavathys have prominence. Madathil Varavu (the procession of Thiruvambady Bhagavathy) and Purappad (the procession of Paramekkavu Bhagavathy), Ilanjithara Melam (panchavadyam- percussion of drums and wind musical instruments) and Vedikettu (fire works) are the four important functions of Thrissur Pooram.
Thrissur pooram kudamattam
Trichur Pooram - Melam
Thrissur pooram Ilanjithara Melam
Thrissur Pooram Chenda Melam
Thrissur Pooram 2011 - Thiruvambadi Melam - Kizhakkotttu & Cherusseri
Thrissur Pooram Chenda Melam
Trichur Pooram - Melam
Thrissur puram Paramekkavu fireworks
Thrissur puram Thiruvambadi fireworks
Arat at Guruvayoor
Arat procession starts from
Padmanabha Swami temple at Thiruvananthapuram
Arat procession at Thiruvananthapuram
The closing ceremony of temple festival is known as Arat.
The idol of the god is taken in festive procession and dipped in the river, pond or sea.
The people also dip themselves with the idol.
The priests and followers take part in the function.
In most temples of Kerala Arat is performed at the end of the temple festival.
Arts at Guruvayoor Sri Krishna Temple in the month of Kumbham and Sri Padmanabha Swami Temple at Thiruvananthapuram are very famous. At the Sri.Padmanabha Swami Temple, there will be two festivals in a year. They are Alpasi celebrations in the month of Thulam (October-November) and Painkuni celebrations in Meenam (March-April).
Arat is performed in a great festive mood on both the occasions.
When the Arat of other temples were conducted in rivers or ponds, arat of Sri Padmanabha Swami temple is conducted in sea at shanghumukhom beach trivandrum
Aanayottam (Elephant Race)
(Elephant Race)
Aanayottam is festival at Guruvayoor and Thiruvarpu temples.
Aanayottam at Guruvayoor is conducted during the month of Kumbham, which marks the beginning of temple festival. The race of elephant will be conducted on the occasion. The race will be from Manjulal at the east gate of Guruvayoor to the main entrance of the temple. Later the elephants will be taken to inside of the temple and after running three rounds, the elephant that touches the kodimaram (flag post) will be declared as the winner. In Thruvarpu temple, Aanayottam was conducted in the month of Medam to mark the beginning of festival.
kings of Travancore 1663 TO 1949
CLICK AND READ:-TRAVANCORE--The Rajas of Venad--1000A.D. to 1947 A.D. {1} [The Kulasekhara http://pazhayathu.blogspot.com/2011/07/travancore-rajas-of-venad-1000ad-to_20.htmlDynasty-from internet]
Travancore Kings
Rama Varma 1663-1672
Aditya Varma 1672-1677
Umayamma Rani‡ 1677-1684
Ravi Varma 1684-1718
Aditya Varma 1718-1719
Unni Kerala Varma 1719-1724
Rajah Rama Varma 1724-1729
Marthanda Varma 1729-1758
Dharma Raja 1758-1798
Balarama Varma 1798-1810
Gowri Lakshmi Bayi‡ 1810-1815
Gowri Parvati Bayi‡ 1815-1829
Swathi Thirunal 1829-1846
Uthram Thirunal 1846-1860
Ayilyam Thirunal 1860-1880
Visakham Thirunal 1880-1885
Moolam Thirunal 1885-1924
Sethu Lakshmi Bayi‡ 1924-1931
Chithira Thirunal 1931-1949
Padmanabhapuram 1721-1795
Thiruvananthapuram 1795-1949
Padmanabhapuram Palace
Kilimanoor palace
Kuthira Malika
Kowdiar Palace
Rajah Rama Varma was the ruler of the Indian kingdom of Venad, later known as Travancore, in the modern day state of Kerala, India between 1724 and 1729, having succeeded his brother Unni Kerala Varma. He is better known as the uncle of Maharajah Padmanabha Dasa Vanchi Pala Marthanda Varma Kulasekhara Perumal, the "maker of modern Travancore". He was born as the second son of Rajah Ittamar of Thattari Kovilakam into the Royal Family of Kolathunadu. His entire family, including himself, two sisters and his elder brother Unni Kerala Varma, were adopted into the Venad house as members of the Travancore Royal Family by Rajah Ravi Varma, nephew of Umayamma Rani due to their failure of heirs there. Of his sisters, one died soon after her adoption while the other was the mother of the Maharajah Marthanda Varma.
Rajah Rama Varma was a weak ruler during whose reign the Ettuveetil Pillamar, the Ettara Yogam and other nobles had more power than the King himself, as had been the case since the middle of the 17th century. However on the advise of Marthanda Varma, the Rajah signed a treaty of subordination with the Pandyas at Trichonopoly and secured a Pandyan force in Venad. This frightened the disloyal nobles for sometime, who now, however, turned their attention towards killing Marthanda Varma, the heir apparent under the Marumakkathayam law. Previously, the Ettuveetil Pillamar had been responsible for the assassination of prince Kerala Varma who had successfully defended Venad from an Islamic army (Mukilan pada), and many other crimes.
The Kunju Thampimar
The Rajah Rama Varma had married a Bengali lady known as Abhirami alias Shrimathi Avirama Kochamma from whom he had issue two sons, Padmanabhan and Raman Thampi, known as the Kunju Thampimar and a daughter Ummini Thankachi. One the demise of the Rajah in 1729, Maharajah Marthanda Varma succeeded to the throne under the Marumakkathayam law of inheritance.
The succession of their cousin to their father's throne irked the Kunju Thampimar who allied themselves with the Ettuveetil Pillamar, Marthanda Varma's foes. On their instigation the Thampi brothers proceeded to Trichonopoly and succeeded in making the Pandyan government there believe that Marthanda Varma was an usurper and that they were the rightful heirs to the throne of Venad. The Pandyan Government deputed a Commander known as Azhagappa Mudaliar to install the Kunju Thampimar in Venad and punish Marthanda Varma. However the Mudaliar was bribed by the King, and the Thampi brothers were severely reprimanded for their actions.
Soon after this, in 1730, the Thampi brothers made a visit to their cousin while he was at Nagercoil Palace where they were both killed by Marthanda Varma. While the traditional accounts state that they attempted to assassinate Marthanda Varma and were hence killed, it is not clear as to why their sister Ummini Thankachi was also killed by Marthanda Varma. There is also another local legend that she committed suicide following the killings of her brothers. Thus the sons of Rajah Rama Varma were vanquished and Marthanda Varma became the Rajah of Venad which he expanded into modern Travancore.
one of Kerala's most ancient Christian Cathedrals(claimed to have a history of not less than 17 cent)modeled on Hindu architecture including a Hanuman
The "old syrian church of chengannur
Architectural style is a blend of 18th Century Christian and Hindu temple architectureIts gopuravathil, nadapanthal, kalluvilakku and doors adorned with carved figurines
including a Hanuman holding a baton
. This is indicative of communal and religious harmony exhibited by the localities in yesteryears.
Historians agree that Kerala is dotted with at such landmark centres of worship modeled on Hindu architeture
Mahadevar Temple, ancient temple at chengannur -kerala
literally means military formations or rows of army, but in this folk art we have mainly a series of divine and semi-divine impersonations wearing huge masks or kolams of different shapes, colours and desingns painted on the stalks of arecanut fronds
Koothambalam is a theater hall for staging Koothu and Koodiyattam, the ancient dramatic art forms of Kerala, India. It is considered as sacred as the temple sanctum itself. It is constructed within the premises of a Temple
kaazhcha seeveli
The practice of taking the idol of Gods to outside the sanctum sanctorum every day is known as
the deity is carried on top of elephant
There are different types of seevelis like Ethritha Seeveli, Uccha(noon) Seeveli and Athazha(dinner=night) Seeveli
kodimaram(temple flag post)with flag
Hindu Agama Shastras compare a Temple to the human body.
Just as an individual soul is enveloped by five košas or sheaths - (Annamova, Prãnamaya, Manomaya, Vynãnamaya and Ãnandamaya) - the Deity installed in the Temple (representing the Supreme Spirit) is also enveloped by five prãkaras
Just as our gross body has five sections - head, neck, chest, legs and feet - a Temple also has five corresponding sections.
The Garbhagriham or sanctum Santorum represents the head;
the Sanctum is the Soul or the Jiva of the body;
the Vimana over the Sanctum represents the tip of the nose.
Ardhamandap in front of the Sanctum represents the neck;
Mahã Mandapam, the chest;
Prakaras around the Sanctum represents our five senses:
the palibida where nivedana is offered to the deity represents the naval;
the kodimaram represents the jeevadhara;
Mahadevar Temple In Chengannur
is one of the oldest and famous temple. It is a sprawling temple complex with a circular Sanctum. Lord Shiva and Parvathi Devi are the main investitures of this temple.
There are two main Shrines in this temple.
Lord Shiva facing East and Devi facing West. The main shrine is a conical copper plated one.
Devi's main Idol is made with an alloy of five metals "Panchalokham". The other sub-investitures of the temple are Ganapathi, Lord Ayyappan, SreeKrishnan, Chandikeswaran, Neelagrivan, Ganga, and Naagar
Payyannur Pavithra Mothiram (uniquely crafted golden ring shaped like a knot and considered to be a sacred ornament. )
Pavithra Mothiram
Payyanur Pavithram or Pavithra Mothiram is internationally famous like" Aranmula Mirror "or "Ambalapuzha Palpayasam". Pavithram is the particular ring worn during performing vedic or holy rituals or during the "pithrubali" (ceremony performed for the well-being of the forefathers or departed souls) in the Hindu tradition. The traditional Pavitram is usually made of "dharba" grass. The formation of Payyanur Pavitram is closely related with Payyanur Sree Subrahmanya Swami Temple. According to the legends, Pavitram made of gold was recommended to avoid the inconvenience of making it many times a day for the various poojas and rituals.
Payyanur Pavithra Mothiram is a uniquely crafted ring shaped like a knot and considered being a sacred ornament. Usually, Payyanur Pavithram is being made of Gold and Silver. The Pavithram is to be worn on the right ring finger by the person performing Vedic Karmas. It is believed that this ring will bring luck and grace to anyone who wears it with the deep devotion. The three lines on the top of the ring represents the three vital "nadees"(nerves) of the human body, Ida, Pingala and Sushumna. The knot between these three nerves together can awake or arose the "Kundalini sakthi" (vital energy of the body) of the human body. It is believed that the Pavithram brings the "Trimoorthi Chaithanyam" ( the vigor or the effect due to the presence of the trinity of Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva).The person who wear Pavithram as well as the Goldsmith who makes it has to have to impose some sort of self control or discipline over themselves. They should be pure vegetarian and shouldn't take alcohol and should keep way from immoral activities. If wore by women, they have to remove the ring during the period of menstruation.
According to tradition, the Pavithram, before handed over to the customer, is taken to Payyanur Perumal Temple for special poojas and a part of the cost of the ring will be given to the temple as an offering. Payyanur Pavithram is being exhibited in many of the museums of India as well as abroad. It is relevant to mention the name of late C.V. Kunhambu, who was an expert in the making of Payyanur Pavithram and was also a great freedom fighter. Payyanur has a great history of national movement, prominent leaders being, KP Kunhiraman Poduval and Subrahmanya Shenoy .
Aranmula Kannadi (special type of mirror produced at Aranmula)
Aranmula kannadi is
special type of mirror produced at Aranmula,
a village in the state of Kerala in India. These unique metal mirrors are the result of Kerala's rich cultural and metallurgical traditions.
The British Museum in London has a 45 centimeter tall Aranmula metal mirror in its collection.
The origins of the Aranmula metal mirrors are linked with the Aranmula Parthasarathy Temple.
Legend has it that eight families of experts in temple arts and crafts were brought by the royal chief to Aranmula from Tirunelveli district to work in the Parthasarathy temple centuries ago.
Some undisclosed metals are alloyed with copper and tin to cast the mirrors. The procedure and metallurgy is now only known to a single family in Aranmula. To achieve their highly reflective surface, the finished mirrors need to be polished for one or two days.
The major differences between an Aranmula kannadi and a normal mirror are:
• The Aranmula kannadi is not created from glass but from a special metal alloy.
• It is a front surface reflection mirror, so the secondary reflections and aberrations typical of back surface mirrors are not present.
Apart from being a religious center, Thrikodithanam was also once a center for culture, arts, erudition & learning.Students used to be taught religious texts - Shastras - in sections or Khadikas.
Since discussions, debates, tests and examinations took place with these sections as the base, the institutions came to be called Khadika-sthanam. These flourishing institutions imparted knowledge and skills not only in language and religious texts but also, in some cases, in warfare and state-craft.
These higher-grade institutions of learning were open to youth of the Chola-Pandya-Chera kingdoms.
Research on Sanskrit texts and philosophy, and Vedic studies were the primary functions of a Khadika or Khadika-sthanam.
The syllabus
included study of the Shastras and Upanishads, and study of Tantra and Mantra
These institutions were as renowned as the famous universities of today.
It is believed that, at any time, between 1000 to 7000 students studied at these institutions.
The most famous of these Khadika-sthanams existed at Kanchipuram even before 345 AD.
Nalgonda inscriptions and inscriptions at VELLORE-PALA, GUDIANAM & KASAGUDI refer to the Khadika-sthanams. The presence of the famous Maha-Vishnu temple lent the prefix of respect Thiru to the Khadika-sthanam here making it Thiru-Khadika-Sthanam.
In the works of Nammalvar too there are references to existence of such an institution.
Over the centuries, Thiru-Khadika-Sthanam became Thirukkadisthanam and finally Thrikodithanam.
The stone inscriptions at Thrikodithanam temple are a rich source of information on the life and times during the Second Chera Empire. The earliest of these were recorded
during the 14-year reign of the Chera king BHASKARA RAVI VERMA.
From these inscriptions we get the following insights and information:
Thrikodithanam was the capital of a prosperous kingdom called Nanrulainattu ("Land of Farmers"). The kingdom covered an area from the north of Odanaadu to south of the present Kottayam town. The eastern boundary of this kingdom extended till Thiruvalvandoor. The temples of Thrikodithanam, Perunnayanallur (Perunna today) and Thiruvalvandoor were within this kingdom.
During the 14 year reign of Bhaskara Ravi Varma,
in 965 AD,
Kothaverma Marthandam, the crown-prince of Venad, made contributions in cash and kind for the temple.
The period 951 - 1109 AD
is referred to as the period of the kings of Thrikodithanam.
Later Kothaverma Marthandam himself became the ruler of Nanrulainattu. The kingdom then expanded into ODANAADU, and parts of THEKKANKUR.
Until the early years of
the main road running from south to north of Kerala - Narayana-peru-vazhi - went alongside Thrikodithanam temple and bifurcated the present village.
Control over affairs of the temple held the keys to the kingdom itseLF
Tamil was the common spoken language.
Royal decrees were in Tamil too. It was written in the rounded Vattezhutthu script.
Manipravalam, a mixture of Tamil and Sanskrit, was used by the temple priests.
There used to be a festival called Uthi-Utsavam.
The Deepa festival used to be held in the lunar month of Karthika (November-December). This continues even today.
The following officials / collectives were responsible for the temple administration:
URAR (Ooralar - Executive)
SAMACHITAN (Accountant)
IDAI-ISSAR (The Manager)
PARAKEDA (A Committee)
CHAVAI (A congregation of citizens)
Ganams or Committees were assigned the task of organising functions during auspicious periods like:
PAZHAVAARU-KANATHAR (Brahmin Sabha for the temple)
Inscriptions spell out the duties, responsibilities and remuneration for all officials.
It was forbidden for the priests (Shaanti) to continue in the same position for more than three years. The Urar were banned from assuming responsibilities of priests.
All the officials and collectives were controlled by the King (Thiru Koil Udayaar Vazhkai Vazhumavar) through his advisers called
During the reign on Kothavarma Marthandam (c.1000 AD),
there was a system to ensure that ordinary workers panimakkal) were not exploited by the temple authorities. A decree of the king, conveyed to the local adviser - Muthoot - through his counselors - Nedumpuratthe Kundran Kovindan and Unmaratthe Iraviraman - forbids the temple functionaries from claiming the property of the workers through lease, mortgage or contract. Those violating the edict had to pay a fine of 24 measures of gold, in addition to foregoing the land
The Aranmula Boat Race
takes place at Aranmula, India near a temple dedicated to Lord Krishna and Arjuna. Thousands of people gather on the banks of the river Pampa to watch the snake boat races. Nearly 30 snake boats or "chundan vallams" participate in the festival. The oarsmen sing traditional boat songs and wear white dhotis and turbans. The golden lace at the head of the boat, the flag and the ornamental umbrella at the center make it a show of pageantry too.
Each snake boat belongs to a village along the banks of the river Pampa. Every year the boats are oiled mainly with fish oil, coconut shell, and carbon, mixed with eggs to keep the wood strong and the boat slippery in the water. The village carpenter carries out annual repairs and people take pride in their boat, which is named after and represents their village.
Each snake boat belongs to a village along the banks of the river Pampa. Every year the boats are oiled mainly with fish oil, coconut shell, and carbon, mixed with eggs to keep the wood strong and the boat slippery in the water. The village carpenter carries out annual repairs and people take pride in their boat, which is named after and represents their village.
Ancient palace of the Punnathur
Punnathur Kotta about 3 kms north of Guruvayur temple. Punnathur Kotta is the ancient palace of the Punnathur Rajas, now in the possession of the Devaswom. There is also an ancient temple where Lord Siva and Bhagavathy are worshipped
palace bolghatty --cochi
BOLGHATTY PALACEBolghatty Palace is situated in Bolghatty Island a narrow palm-fringed Island easily accessible from the mainland. The Palace was built by the Dutch in 1744. Later, it became the seat of the British Resident and today this has been converted into a hotel run by the KTDC
Dewan(prime minister)of Travancore STATE c.p. Ramaswami iyer1936
Dewan of Travancore
Sir C.P. Ramaswami Iyer became Dewan of Travancore in 1936 and started his career thus with the revolutionary
Temple Entry Proclamation of 1936
whereby untouchables and lower caste people of Travancore were permitted entry into Hindu Temples in that state. This was the first time that untouchability was attempted to be abolished by direct Government action. Mahatma Gandhi expressed great satisfaction and addressed meetings throughout Travancore praising the Dewan and Sovereign of Travancore During his Dewanship of Travancore he initiated the Pechipara Hydro-electric Scheme (present Kodayar Hydroelectric Power Project in Kanyakumari District, the Periyar Game Sanctuary and other irrigation projects. He inaugurated many industries including the Fertiliser and Chemicals, Travancore (FACT), Travancore Rayon, Cement, Aluminium, etc. He enlarged and reorganised laminated wood furniture and screw pine industries. He introduced, for the first time, graded agricultural income tax and abolished land revenue; he expanded the Pallivasal Hydro-Electric Project. He carried out a great deal of pioneering work for the Vivekananda Rock at Cape Comorin and built guesthouses at Kanyakumari. He renovated the Padmanabhapuram Palace of Marthand Varma's days (in present-day Kanyakumari District and expanded the Trivandrum Art Gallery. In 1937 Sir CP, as he was popularly known, started the University of Travancore with the Maharajah as Chancellor and himself as Vice Chancellor. He also established the Marine Biological Institute; organized mineral sands, rare earth and titanium products industries. In 1939 he was awarded an honorary L.L.D. Degree by the University of Travancore and in the same year he celebrated his sixtieth birthday by making great donations to charitable foundations and the University. In 1940 under his Dewanship Travancore became the first state to nationalize road transport in India. He also started aluminium, ceramic, fertilizer, rayon and other industries with major government collaboration. The same year capital punishment was abolished and adult franchise introduced. He was also the first to appoint a lady as District Judge (Mrs. Anna Chandy later became the first Indian woman High Court Judge). Sir CP introduced for the
first time the mid day meal scheme
to prompt poor children to attend school.
During Sir CP's tenure as Dewan of Travancore the revenues rose up from Rs. 2.5 crores to 9 crores without any additional taxation.
In 1941 the British conferred on him the title of Knight Commander of the Star of India (KCSI). In 1946 he resigned from the post of Dewan of Travancore but was persuaded to return. When Indian Independence came into view Travancore and other Princely States were given two options of either staying independent or merging with the dominions of India or Pakistan Sir CP was in favor of the independence of Travancore which saw a great furore being created by the Indian National Congress. In 1947 after an unsuccessful attempt was made at his life by K.C.S.Mani, he resigned the post of Dewan and left Travancoreon August 19, 1947. He was succeeded by PGN Unnithn
In 1941 the British conferred on him the title of Knight Commander of the Star of India (KCSI). In 1946 he resigned from the post of Dewan of Travancore but was persuaded to return. When Indian Independence came into view Travancore and other Princely States were given two options of either staying independent or merging with the dominions of India or Pakistan Sir CP was in favor of the independence of Travancore which saw a great furore being created by the Indian National Congress. In 1947 after an unsuccessful attempt was made at his life by K.C.S.Mani, he resigned the post of Dewan and left Travancoreon August 19, 1947. He was succeeded by PGN Unnithn
Criticism and dissent
While hailed as a modernizing reformer by many, his administration was also marked by popular dissent. During this period he came into conflict with the Communists on numerous occasions several incidents of which became minor rebellions. These culminated in 1946, when a communist uprising, which is popularly known as Punnapra-Vayalar revolt attempted to establish a new government in the Punnapara-Vayalar region which resulted in the death of more than 3000 people and was put down by the Travancore army and navy.
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There is little now in common between us except our common nationality. He is today a full- blooded apologist of British rule in India, especially during the last few years; an admirer of dictatorship in India and elsewhere, and himself a shining ornament of autocracy in an Indian state
THEYYAM ancient folk religious dance of kerala
The earliest Brahmin settlements like Payyanur and Perimchellur (Thaliparamba) in Kolathunadu where the Hindu religion was propagated through the institutions of temples largely influenced the popular folk religion based on Theyyam and other tribal cults. According to the legendary Keralolpathi, Parasurama sanctioned the festivals like Kaliyattam Puravela and Deivattam or Theyyattam to the people of Kerala. He assigned the responsibility of Theyyam dance to the indigenous communities like Panan, Malayar, Velan and Vannan. These traditions explain how the indigenous cults like Theyyam were incorporated and metamorphosed under the religious supremacy of the Brahmanism. In the long historical process a social system evolved in Kerala in which the little culture like Theyyam belonged to the depressed castes and classes where as the temple oriented culture belonged to the dominant castes and classes. There were no violent confrontations between these two cultures as there was no total destruction of the indigenous culture.
The dance or invocation is generally performed in front of the village shrines. It is also performed in the houses as ancestor worship with elaborate rite and rituals
There is no stage or curtain and other arrangements for the performance. The devotees would be standing or some of them would be sitting on a sacred tree in front of the shrine. In brief it is an open theatre. A performance of a particular deity according to its significance and hierarchy in the shrine continues for 12 to 24 hours with intervals. The chief dancer who propitiates the central deity of the shrine has to reside in the rituals. This may be an impact of Jainism and Buddhism. Further after sun set this particular dancer would not eat anything as legacy of Jainism. His make-up is done by specialists and other dancers. First part of the performance is usually known as vellattamor thettam. It is performed without proper make-up or decorative costume Only a small red headdress is worn on this occasion.
The dancer along with drummers recites the particular ritual song, which describes the myths and legends of the particular ritual song, which describes the myths, and legends of the particular deity of the shrine or the folk deity to be propitiated. This is accompanied by the playing of folk musical instruments. After finishing this primary ritualistic part of the invocation the dancer returns to the green room. Again after a short interval he appears with proper make-up and costumes. There are different patterns of face-painting. Some of these patterns are calledvairadelam, kattaram, kozhipupam, kotumpurikam, and prakkezhuthu. Mostly primary and secondary colours are applied with contrast for face painting. It had effected certain stylization also. Then the dancer comes in front of the shrine and gradually "metamorphosises" as the particular deity of the shrine. He, after observation of certain rituals places the head-dress on his head and dances. In the background folk musical instruments like chenda tuti, kuzhal and veekni are played with rhythm. All dancers take a shield and kadthala (sword) in their hands as continuation of the cult of weapon. Then the dancer circumambulates the shrine, runs in the courtyard dances. The Theyyam dance has different steps known as kalaasams Each kalaasam is repeated systematically from first to eight step of footwork. A performance is a combination of playing of musical instruments, vocal recitation, dance and strange makeup and costumes. The stage-practices of Theyyam and its ritualistic observations make it one of the fascinating theatrical arts of Ind
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Padmanabhapuram Palace is situated in the Padmanapuram FORT. While the fort is made of stone, the palace is made of teak wood and granite. Most of the work has been done on wood, while the murals have been made of granite. The sloping roofs, mural carvings, carved ceilings, gleaming floors – all have been made of wood. However there are exceptions – like the floor of the main hall has been made of coconut wood and egg shells. This floor is so smooth, that if you walk on it with shoes, you are bound to fall. Only a bare foot can make you walk on it with ease.The entrance is comparatively simple – though there are heavy carvings on the hood. The entrance is called the Poomukham. After the entrance Hall, there is the Audience hall. The floor of this Hall is polished with a special compound of crushed coconut shells, egg white and plant juices – which makes the floor exceptionally gleaming. There is also the Upparikka Malika or the four storeyed Kings quarters. The Manthrasala is the Council Chamber and the Mattupavu is a lovely balcony. Right to the Mattupavu is the dining hall or Oottupura which serves the 2000 brahmins on daily basis.The palace also houses the Queen Mothers Palace. This Palace is one of the oldest buildings in the Palace premises. For the entertainment of the King and the Queen, there is the Dance Hall called the Navarathri Hall. Few temples too have been built inside the Palace.Apart from the halls and queens room, the Palace has other attractions too –
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. . See the earthen lamps which have various designs like a horse and a rider, the PEACOCK , old age paintiNGS and so on. The Prayer Room or the Puja Hall has a huge pillar made out of single single Jackfruit Tree. There is more to see – the Chinese Throne; the Belgian mirrors and the 108 ghoulish rooms. There are the Chinese Jars gifted by Chinese Merchants; a variety of weapons; 300 years old clock tower; gallery of paintings depicting history of Travancore; slit open wooden windows and the Kings council chamber.
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The Rural Career Guide- A new and comprehensive industry resource-
19 May 2014
Rural Skills Australia announces the launch of the new web-based Rural Career Guide, designed to consolidate and advance the breadth of available information about the prospects for a fulfilling career in one of dozens of Australia's flourishing rural industries. "The Rural Career Guide is a comprehensive new product and it has far wider scope and reach than anything previously produced in Australia."
The guide covers career pathways in some 40 separate rural industries, from mainstream agricultural industries like beef, sheep and grain production to horticulture, land management and animal care and management. It also highlights the many related rural careers, in thoroughbred, harness and greyhound racing, aquaculture, environment and conservation and forest and wood products. The Rural Career Guide is a result of considerable research over several years and has been produced with support from the Australian Governments' Australian Apprenticeships Advisers program.


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Being Pleasant and Polite Goes a Long Way
Whether it is an angry customer or a happy customer, being pleasant and polite will never do your company any harm. A happy customer will only leave the phone call even happier than they were before they got onto it. A phone call with an unhappy customer will hopefully end on a positive note because of the pleasant and polite attitude.
It's important to remember that these are your customers and you have to appreciate them. They are the reason you are running a successful business. With this in mind, you should exceed their expectations and give them the service that they deserve.
Customers are calling into your business for a reason, just like there is always a reason that you are contacting them. Each call into and out of your business is an opportunity to improve the customer service process and satisfy your customers.
Always keep your customers at the top of your mind.
Actively Listen
Active listening is essential for effective communication, especially when all conversations are happening over the phone. Active listening helps you understand the customers' needs and shows that you are willing to help them sole any problems.
Always allow the person on the other end of the phone to talk without interruption so that you don't come off as rude. Also, you should ask clarifying questions when necessary.
Before beginning the problem-solving process, summarize the main point of the conversation. This will tell the customer that you were actively listening to what they were saying. Another reason that you should summarize the main point of the conversation to the customer or client is because if you missed something, they will be able to correct you.
Choose the Right Metrics, and Monitor Them Closely
What numbers are going to accurately reflect success for your team? Will it be leads? Appointments? Revenue? Every business is different, but teams usually will not succeed without tracking their metrics.
Once you've defined your metrics, make sure you establish baseline numbers and attainable benchmarks. Then everyone—in-house and outsourced—gets held to the same standard, reinforced by daily and weekly reports.
Remember that numbers tell the story. Metrics are important because they tell you what's working and what isn't working. Everything else is just noise.
Record Phone Calls
Recording every call, inbound and outbound, is the flip side of all that training. Most top call centers routinely record their calls—along with daily live agent monitoring—for training and quality control purposes.
Your representatives aren't going to get any better if you aren't recording their calls. If there is a bad conversation that takes place, review the call with them and discuss how things can be improved. If there is a good phone call that takes place, you can use this to review with them everything they did to make the conversation go so well. Have them take notes when going over recordings so that they can use it as a future reference.
Recording phone calls and playing them back is how you can learn too. You can find things that your employees are doing well and use that as a guide. When you find things that employees aren't doing well and pain points, you can relay the message to them and find a way to fix the situation.
Train Representatives Appropriately
Customer service representatives should be rigorously trained and tested on scripts, prompts, company products and services in order to ensure that they professionally represent your company in front of clients and customers. You should want everyone involved to have the most professional experience and to better serve your customers during the process.
Most training is going to be done with the call script. Some people don't think that a call script is necessary. It is necessary and it better be a strong one too.
Your team needs to practice your customer service process until it becomes second nature. Your scripts should be customized to engage the people on the other end of the call, with detailed answers to Frequently Asked Questions and prompts for overcoming likely objections.
Remain Professional
Customer service representatives are the face of your company. This means that there always has to be a level of professionalism throughout the entire conversation.
It's important to remain professional not only for the company, but for your customers too.
If there is an issue with the customer, you should put them on hold and call a manager over. Managers have a lot of experience in the field and should be able to fix almost any situation.
This means that you should have amazing managers on the floor that you trust. All employees should trust the managers. This means that people working below, above or with managers should trust them.
Leave the Customer Satisfied
At the end of the conversation, make sure that the customer knows what was accomplished on the phone call. If you are going to pass along information, help them understand what you are passing along. If you need to contact them again, let them know when they should expect to hear from you.
Always make sure that the customer knows what the call accomplished before they hang up the phone.
If the customer needs to call you back or call a different line, be ready to transfer them or give them the correct number to call.
If transferring somebody, get the person you are transferring on the phone and then connect them with the customer. Introduce them to one another and then let them know that you are going to hang up.
Finish the conversation with, "have a nice day" or "it was nice talking to you today." Happily ending the conversation will leave them with a positive experience.
Leaving the customer satisfied can transform a negative experience into a positive one.
Use the Customers Name
We all know that a person's favorite word is their own name.
If you know the customers name, then you should use it. If you don't know the customers name then you should ask them during your greeting so that you can use their name throughout the phone call.
Personalizing the call will keep it positive and upbeat. Just make sure that you are using it naturally throughout the conversation. If you are over using the name, it is going to sound forced which is exactly what you don't want.
Using a name does keep the phone conversation personalized but look at it as though you are talking to them in person. If you were talking to someone in person you wouldn't constantly use their name, usually it's only used to get someone's attention.
Be Sincere
All phone conversations should be sincere. When you greet the person on the phone, say hello and be genuine. Try to avoid greetings that are scripted because they sound very inauthentic. A great idea would be to practice your own greeting and having a couple of them.
If there is a script that you have to follow, try to add your own touch to it. This will help the person on the other end connect to you better which is what you want, especially if you are trying to land an appointment or sell a product.
When in conversation be sure to state the name of the company that you are working for, your name, and your assistance. This will ease the customer into the conversation and let them know that you are ready to help them.
Clearly Enunciate
During the phone conversation, you should be sure to speak clearly. Use simple words and phrases. This way, the phone call will never become overly complicated.
The very last thing you want to do is confuse the person that you are on the phone with. Stay clear of jargon and complex vocabulary so that it's easy for them to follow along with what you are saying.
Try not to use filler words like "um, yeah, like" because this can turn off the person that is on the phone. It is also very unprofessional. If these are words that you use often when speaking, practice taking a pause during those moments.
Two things that will definitely make it difficult for someone to understand you is chewing gum and eating food when you are on the phone. Nobody wants to hear chomping while having a conversation with you. It can also lead to mumbled speech.
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Speaker Match
Back in a day as a newbie presenter I was naturally keen to network, learn and try on my pitch with like-minded public speakers. I joined a select few among the gazillion public speaker Groups on LinkedIn, including one called SpeakerMatch. There, I navigated to a VERY active discussion string which proffered the following for comment:
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Sparkles Cake Boutique provide cakes customised to suit your corporate event requirements. Whether it is a business meeting or a large conference we can cater for you.
When holding a corporate event, a tower of cupcakes looks fabulous in your corporate colours, and each cupcake can be topped with your company logo to make them even more special. Alternatively, a box of cupcakes makes a great corporate gift to say "thank you" to clients.
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Pere Marquette #1225
Pere Marquette Photo Charter
January 12-13, 2019
Owosso, MI
Pere Marquette 1225 is a large 2-8-4 Berkshire steam locomotive built in 1941 by Lima Locomotive Works in Lima, Ohio. It was retired from regular service in 1951 but was then fully restored in 1985 and began pulling excursions in 1988.
Join Lerro Productions as we charter and photograph the Pere Marquette #1225 with a matching passenger train consist. Our photo train will perform runbys through the scenic Michigan farms area around Owosso from sunrise to sunset each day.
Night sessions will also be held each night. On Saturday night, a night session will be held out on the line and will be limited to 30 people. Sunday night will feature a Rosie the Riveter theme and will be limited to only 10 people.
This will be a carpool chasing charter. We will not ride the train. It is highly recommended that you have a SUV, preferably with 4wd because of the likelihood of snow.
In addition to the Pere Marquette charter, we are working on another railroad photo charter in the area as well as a WWII aircraft themed photo shoot. More details to come.
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Lerro Productions reserves the right to make changes to the schedule, dates and or rolling stock if need be. We are not responsible for railroad equipment failure, delays or cancelations. We are also not responsible for lost or stolen items, injuries, sickness or damages to personal equipment and lost of personal travel expense.
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The meniscus is a piece of cartilage that provides a cushion between your thighbone (femur) and shinbone (tibia). There are two menisci in each knee joint. They can be damaged or torn during activities that put pressure on or rotate the knee joint . Taking a hard tackle on the football field or a sudden pivot on the basketball court can result in a meniscus tear.
You don't have to be an athlete to get a meniscus tear, though. Simply getting up too quickly from a squatting position can also cause a meniscal tear. According to Boston Children's Hospital, more than 500,000 meniscal tears take place in the United States each year.
Treatment options can vary from at-home remedies to outpatient surgery, depending on the severity of your injury. You can help prevent this injury by performing exercises that will strengthen your leg muscles and using proper techniques during contact activities or sports.
According to Boston Children's Hospital, meniscus tears are increasingly common in children. This is because children are participating in organized sports at an earlier age. Additionally, when focusing on just one sport, a child is more likely to experience a meniscus tear. The same is true for teenagers who participate in competitive sports.
The meniscus weakens with age, and tears are more common in people over the age of 30. Movements like squatting or stepping can lead to injury in someone with weak menisci. If you have osteoarthritis, you're at higher risk of injuring your knee or tearing your meniscus. Osteoarthritis is a common joint disorder involving pain and stiffness in your joints caused by aging and wear and tear.
When an older person experiences a meniscus tear, it's more likely to be related to degeneration. This is when the cartilage in the knee becomes weaker and thinner. As a result , it's more prone to tear.
Symptoms of a Meniscus Tear
When a meniscus tear occurs, you may hear a popping sound around your knee joint. Afterward, you may experience:
- pain, especially when the area is touched
- swelling
- difficulty moving your knee or inability to move it in a full range of motion
- the feeling of your knee locking or catching
- the feeling that your knee is giving way or unable to support you
You may also experience a slipping or popping sensation, which is usually an indication that a piece of cartilage has become loose and is blocking the knee joint.
Tips to Prevent Meniscus Tears
You can prevent meniscus tears by regularly performing exercises that strengthen your leg muscles. This will help stabilize your knee joint to protect it from injury.
You can also use protective gear during sports or a brace to support your knee during activities that may increase your risk of injury.
Always use proper form when exercising or engaging in activities that may put pressure on your knee joint. It's a good idea to:
- warm up and stretch before exercising
- use proper gear, such as athletic shoes designed specifically for your activity
- lace up your footwear properly
- learn the proper techniques for the activities you engage in
Prevention is always the key to living your best life as free from drugs and surgery as possible.
If you experience any of these symptoms and they persist for more than a few days or occur after your knee has been injured, you should contact your doctor. If your knee locks and you're unable to bend your knee after straightening it, you should call your doctor.
Have a great week. Stay healthy.
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Burrell High (BHS) Class of 1992 Alumni List
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