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Firestar #1 (1986, March)
One crappy female solo title ends, and a much better one begins (though it's only a mini, sadly). By Tom DeFalco and Mary Wilshire, "Mark of the Mutant."
13-year-old Angelica is having her palm read by her grandma, who shows her the way the lines in her palm form an 'M'. Grandma says it means she has exceptional gifts, and is a special person. Angel heads off to her first day at her new school. As an aside, she has a cute cat. Yes, cat. We find out that her mom's dead, and her dad has to keep them moving a lot to find work. Also, her grandmother's very sick.
Angel gets to school, and is really nervous. Some girls talk trash about her, but stop when a really cute guy walks over. The leader of the girls has decided to make him hers, and she goes to flirt with him. The guy decides to introduce himself to Angel.
At the Xavier School, Kitty's looking for a tool. She heads back to Xavier's office, where she helps him do some maintenance on Cerebro. We get some "As you know" exposition about Cerebro, for anyone who's not familiar with the X-Men. It's really, really clunky. The New Mutants are outside playing volleyball. In Massachusetts, Ema Frost heads down to a computer centre beneath her school, to see if any new mutants have been detected. She sees that someone's deserted his post, and when he gets back with coffee, she fries his brain and tells him the Hellfire Club is in a race with Xavier. A race which neither side ever seemed terribly interested in, considering how seldom we saw new mutants in either group back then. I mean, even with the New Mutants, Sunspot was the only one actively sought out, with the otehrs all showing up out of circumstance.
Back to Angelica! She's having trouble in school, as her last school didn't cover what's being talked about. At lunch, she tries to sit with the Mean Girls, but gets insulted. She gets upset, and her hand starts to glow without her noticing. She accidentally blows up her milk, making it spill all over the teacher. She gets detention.
Cut a few months later, to December. Cute Boy tells her she's got artistic talent, so she should enter the ice sculpture contest. The Mean Girls enter, too. As the kids all work on their sculptures, Mean Girl #1 tries to call over Cute Boy, but he heads over to Angel, instead. The Mean Girls are angry, and decide to get REVENGE!
The next morning, Angel's excited for the judging of the contest. She thinks she has a chance to win it. Her cat is still cute. After Angel and her father both leave, Grandma has a heart attack. When Angel gets to school, she sees her ice angel has been smashed. She gets upset and stares at the 'M' on her hand, and the Mean Girls ask what she's staring at, and she explains about the 'M', and they point out that everyone has that. They walk away laughing, and Angel freaks out and melts all the other ice sculptures. She runs away. She tries to use a pay phone to call home, but it melts in her hand.
Xavier and Emma both detect Angel's power usage. Angel runs home, and sees an ambulance outside. Her dad tells her Grandma's dead. At the funeral, Angel tries to talk to her dad, but he tells her things will be fine. She shows him her power, and he gets scared. At home, he's feeling bad, trying to think of what to do. Emma enters and tells him she'll help Angel. When Emma goes up to see Angel, the cat – still cute – takes an immediate disliking to her. Emma tells Angel she runs a school, and she wants to train Angel. Xavier arrives too late, and keeps on driving.
This is actually a pretty fun issue. The high school cliches are in full force, of course. The Mean Girls, the Cute Boy who's the only one nice to the Smart And Cute But Inexplicably Unpopular Girl. The Dead Mother, the Kind But Tired Father whose unexplained job forces him to move a lot, the Kindly Grandmother. All very cliched. But it's so cliched that it actually ends up being funny. Luckily, most of those characters are gone after this issue.
One thing I will say about this issue is that if you can read it without looking at your own palm once, then you're probably a lot smarter than I am. I'm not ashamed to admit that I checked my palm, and found the 'M'. Actually, the whole "Mark of the Mutant" thing was a pretty clever idea from DeFalco. As an adult, of course, it's just goofy. But this book was aimed more at teens, especially younger teens. And more, it was aimed at geeky young teens, the exact people who want to envision themselves in these stories. So the "Mark of the Mutant" allows them to believe that their own palm-'M' is one of the special ones, and they're a special person. It makes it that much easier for a younger reader to put themselves into the story.
On the art side, Wilshire's work here is very, very different from her New Mutants work. Probably because she doesn't have Bill Sienkewicz inking her, and the overall tone of the book is very different. New Mutants was dark and intense, Firestar is more typical teen drama. It's not exactly light, but it's meant to be a little more realistic. So Wilshire goes with a much more conventional art style. It's not exactly great art, but it's competent. It's good enough for the book.
All in all, I actually did enjoy reading this, even if part of the fun came from poking fun at it.
Also, cute cat. I like cats. I think I will pretty much always point out cats when I see them in comics. Because kitty! Kitty kitty kitty!

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Good Girl
Like the legend of the Phoenix. We fall, and we rise. Again and again. Up from the ashes, we reinvent ourselves.
"The truth is that falling hurts. The dare is to keep being brave and feel your way back up". -Brené Brown
Good girl, you've been holding back for a long time now.
Good girl, you've been putting on a smile for everyone around you, but when the lights go out, you fall apart.
Good girl, you're scared that if you open up and show your true colors, you'll be rejected.
You believe you have to be, a good girl.
But good girl, aren't you a bit curious? What if you show your true nature? What if you let your guard down? What if you take a tiny step into your light? What if you speak your mind, just once? What if you let us see you?
Good girl, you gotta rise from the ashes. I'm not gonna lie to you. It's going to take a lot of courage. The thing is, the universe has big plans for you, but you have to take that first step though. I know that terrifies you, but simply ask yourself "What if?". What if I can do this? What if I can stand in my own light even for just a second? Just. One. Second. Would you be willing to try that?
You work hard and take on the world. You are kind and generous, and you always put others first. I know you run the world, girl. So you playing small is not serving anyone. Who're you kidding anyway? We see you. We see your fire.
Does your fire scare you? Does your fire terrify you? Good. Then you know it's real and that it can light up the world. Deep down you are aware of your immense potential and where you are right now, is only a stop on the way to your greatness.
Dude, you gotta listen up here.
You think we're universes apart. You think I can't possibly know you, not the real you, the you that you keep hidden. But guess what. I do. I see you. I refuse to stop pushing you out of your shell. I wanna hear you roar. I wanna hear you scream from the top of your lungs.
Getting out of our comfort zone sucks. I know. It's a process and takes many steps of bravery. Because it's all about failure isn't it? Or the fear of failure. The thing is, let's get it out of the way from the start. You're gonna fail. Big time. And guess what else? You're not only going to fail once but many many times. Life's going to be messy and ugly at times. Life will drag you down and spit you out. You'll fall. You'll fail. But failing is what will have that profound impact in your life. It will teach you who you really are and show you that you falling, and failing, was not that scary after all.
It will show you that the stories you've kept telling yourself, about failing, where a house of cards. They were not real.
And those narratives might come crashing down if you raise the bar.
"Like the legend of the phoenix
All ends with beginnings
What keeps the planet spinning
The force of love beginning
We've come too far to give up who we are
So let's raise the bar and our cups to the stars."
-Daft Punk
This is who you are. You keep the planet spinning.
You hear that, good girl?
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In The Land of Pipelines, Who Reigns Supreme?
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Reasons to Shop Lee's Summit
The Lee's Summit Chamber is coordinating a local shopping contest to promote and encourage buying in Lee's Summit. The contest runs Aug. 1 through Sept. 7. All entries are entered into $1,000 prize drawing to be held at the completion of the contest.
The Shop Lee's Summit campaign educates and encourages residents to purchase goods and services in Lee's Summit to improve the quality of the community. When residents spend in Lee's Summit, the additional sales tax dollars go towards improving the community and supporting its many needs.
Forms will be available online at LSChamber.com as well as the Lee's Summit Chamber office, 220 SE Main Street. Each form must be accompanied by five original receipts from five separate locations (no minimum purchase necessary).
Student's Photograph Headed to National Competition
Eleven-year-old Finnley Casey was recently awarded First Place in the state of Missouri for her PTA Reflections art entry. This Lee's Summit 5th grader submitted a black and white image of a puppy she took at Wayside Waifs, a local animal shelter. The topic of the art competition was "The World Would be a Better Place If…" Casey's submission was titled "Take Me Home," and in her artist's statement described that the world would be a better place if people would adopt pets from local shelters rather than buying from pet stores. After winning first place at her elementary school, Casey's image then went on to compete in Jefferson City for the statewide judging. The photo scored the highest for the entire state of Missouri in the Intermediate Division of Photography, grades 3-5. Her photograph has now been sent to Washington D.C., where she will represent Missouri in the national PTA Reflections competition.
Mom Event at Summit Fair Supports Hope House
On Saturday, May 2nd, Summit Fair raised more than $900 for Hope House – Lees Summit during the Give a Little, Get a Lot for Mom event. Each customer that purchased a tote bag for $10 received a mini jar candle from Yankee, a Nicole Miller necklace, an infinity scarf, mini OPI nail polish, a cupcake provided by Smallcakes and much more. Summit Fair Stylist Jana Meister was at the event and showed customers all the different ways to style their new scarves.
Symphony Names New Executive Director
Diandra Meyers was named new executive director for the Lee's Summit Symphony. Meyers has served as the marketing communications and events manager for the Family Conservancy since 2008. A Lee's Summit resident and native, Meyers will replace Gloria Helmer, who is retiring as the Symphony's executive director after four years with the local organization.
"We are very excited to have Diandra on board," says Shannon Lawrence, Symphony Board of Directors president.
Meyers has 15 years of experience in marketing, events planning and strategic communications at both non-profit and corporate organizations.. She and her husband, Chris Meyers, have two children, Reid, 8, and Dash, 5.
Student Receives Money Smart Kid Scholarship
Faith McDonough, seventh grader at Summit Lakes Middle School, was selected as one of the Money Smart Kid Scholarship winners by CommunityAmerica Credit Union.
"We were very impressed with all applicants this year, especially Faith," says Amanda Clark, CommunityAmerica Credit Union public relations manager. "Faith exemplified everything that we look for and answered the essay question as if she was an adult managing a budget for years."
In support of Money Smart Month of Greater Kansas City 2015, CommunityAmerica Credit Union sponsored the Money Smart Kid Scholarship Essay contest. This is the sixth straight year CommunityAmerica has offered this scholarship. Students in grades 6-8 are encouraged to answer this year's Money Smart question with a one-page essay of 300 words or less.
At Home Now Open in Lee's Summit
At Home, the home décor superstore, recently opened a location in Lee's Summit. The 87,000 square-foot store, located at 601 N. State Highway 291, marks the fourth store in Missouri and the first in the Kansas City area for the big-box specialty retailer of home décor products.
At Home allows customers to express their personal style by choosing from an expansive selection of more than 50,000 items—including seasonal and holiday décor, patio furniture, home furnishings, wall art and decorative accents, rugs and housewares. Employing an everyday low pricing model, At Home is dedicated to allowing customers to affordably make their house into a home.
This new location brings 25 jobs to Lee's Summit and surrounding communities.
"City Blues" Painting Wins Award
Lee's Summit artist, Tina Garrett's fine art work, "City Blues" 30″ x 40″ oil, received an ARC Purchase Award of $6,050 in the 11th Annual ARC Salon. The international competition, in tandem with the 8th Figurativas Painting and Sculpture Competition, is the pinnacle collaboration of American and European artists and the most important competition for representational art in the Western world. Official awards ceremonies and exhibition will be held in November at the European Museum of Modern Art (MEAM) in Barcelona, Spain. The ARC Salon winners will also exhibit in New York City, at the Salamagundi Club January 18th to February 4th 2016.
"I'm honored to be recognized and ever grateful to ARC, who's map of ateliers led me to SAS where in 2012 I found my most influential teacher, Romel de la Torre. I've had the most amazing teachers and am so proud to offer that same master quality training locally," says Garrett.
To learn about Tina's work, visit TinaGarrett.com.
Frontier Justice Donates Range Fees to Detective
On April 23rd and 24th, Frontier Justice donated all range fees to Lee's Summit Detective Josh Ward to help pay for medical and living expenses as he recovers from a rare, deadly infection. A total of $3,000 was raised and donated directly to the family during those two days.
Additionally, a GoFundMe account has been active since Josh was hospitalized. To date it has raised $37,451 of its $70,000 goal. People can still donate by following this link: GoFundMe.com/s88zm54v.
Frontier Justice may eventually do another benefit for Ward later this summer. Visit Frontier-Justice.com for announcements.
Lee's Summit CARES has selected Rachel Nelson-Segobia as its new director effective July 15. Rachel was selected from 34 applicants for the position.
Rachel is a 2001 graduate of Lee's Summit High School. She attended Valparaiso University in Indiana and received a bachelor's degree in international economics and cultural affairs in 2005. This past year, she completed her master's degree in nonprofit administration at Louisiana State University. Her work experience includes The Girl Scouts of Riverland Council in La Crosse, Wisconsin, as a district field executive from 2005-2009, USA Girl Scout Overseas – North Atlantic in Pisa, Italy, as the director of membership and marketing from 2009 – 2012, and the Department of Children and Family Services in Shreveport, Louisiana, from 2012 – 2015.
She will follow Roby Little, who has served as the director of Lee's Summit CARES for the past 14 years. Roby's official last day with LS CARES was June 30, and she has been involved in helping transition Rachel.
Chamber Hires Director of Special Events
The Lee's Summit Chamber is excited to announce Stacy Needels as the new director of special events. Needels has years of experience working events and festivals in Lee's Summit and the Kansas City metro area.
Most recently, Needels served as development manager for JDRF, formerly known as the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, in Kansas City. Prior to that, Needels was the events and promotions director for Downtown Lee's Summit Main Street, where she coordinated the Downtown Days Festival and Piccadilly Gala, along with many other events.
"I am so happy to be back in Lee's Summit," says Needels. "The Chamber is an incredible organization and I'm really looking forward to working with everyone."
Needels will provide staff support for the Leadership Lee's Summit program, education committee, annual gala and golf task forces and Oktoberfest committee.
Signature Massage Offering Unique Massage Therapy
Signature Massage continues to provide cutting edge treatments and the latest, Thai massage, which is deeply rooted in the cultures of Thailand and India, is one of them. The massage includes a series of stretches, holds, rhythmic rocking and accupressure. This massage technique is the perfect complement to any exercise and/or physical therapy program, and can increase flexibility and range of motion. Typically a 60-minute session can relieve pain and muscle tension, improve circulation, and strengthen and rejuvenate the body. Visit SignatureMassageKCMO.com for more information or call 816.525.7171.
Salesperson of the Year Joins Ellerman Team
Brent Sledd, the 2014 KCRAR Salesperson of the Year Recipient and a 33-year real estate veteran, will join The Rob Ellerman Team as the vice president of sales – Kansas and emerging markets. Rob Ellerman, the principle and founder, will continue to serve as the CEO and team lead. Brent will play an integral role in The Rob Ellerman Team's focus on the growth of their business in Kansas, along with expansion strategies and opportunities in other markets. He will also continue to list and sell homes as before.
"With Brent, I am gaining a trusted and respected partner that has a shared commitment to delivering exceptional service to both our current and future clients," says Rob.
Brent will be leading The Rob Ellerman Team operations at the College Boulevard office of ReeceNichols led by Dianna and Harvey Kinnard.
Metheny Music Foundation Awards Scholarships
The Metheny Music Foundation recently awarded its annual music camp and summer studies scholarships at the Lee's Summit History Museum. Lee's Summit is the hometown of 20-time Grammy winner Pat Metheny and his brother Mike, the Foundation's chairman. The museum opened in April and it features an exhibit recounting the 100-year history of the Metheny family in Lee's Summit.
"Metheny Music Foundation awards are given to qualifying Lee's Summit students in the fields of band, jazz, orchestra, vocal, and any other forms of music where the student shows passion and potential," says Mike Metheny. Since 2007 the Foundation has helped more than 30 students attend summer music camps throughout the Midwest and as far away as Texas, Michigan and Boston.
In 2013 the Metheny Foundation also introduced its first college music scholarship named in honor of William R. and Lorene Metheny Knight. Mrs. Knight was the aunt of Mike and Pat Metheny and a 1935 graduate of Lee's Summit High School.
"The recipient of this year's Knight Award is multi-instrumentalist Quinn Mosier," says Metheny. "Quinn is primarily a string bass player, but he sounds very good on just about anything he plays. Or sings!" Mosier received his scholarship onstage at the Lee's Summit Symphony Orchestra concert in May.
Summer scholarship recipients for 2015 are: Shane Anderson (string bass), Miranda Chaffin (tenor saxophone), Micah Ruiz Esparza (voice, various instruments), Quinn Mosier (string bass), and Charles Nord (string bass). Anderson, Mosier and Nord will be attending the KC Bass Workshop, Chaffin will attend the UMKC saxophone camp, and Esparza will attend Camp Electric in Cedarville, Ohio.
LSNHS Awarded in Heart of America Shakespeare Contest
Two Lee's Summit North High School sophomores recently won awards in the Heart of America Shakespeare Sonnet Contest. Coleman Crosby won first place, and June Somsanith won honorable mention in the high school division (9th through 12th grade). The students are pictured with Shakespeare bobbleheads and will receive additional prize packages through the contest. Their winning sonnets are at KCShakes.org.
Sprouts Famers Market Plans Lee's Summit Location
The arrival of Sprouts Farmers Market in Lee's Summit recently took two big leaps forward.
Officials at Sprouts in Phoenix, Arizona, have confirmed a lease has been signed for the former Office Max building at 800 NE Missouri 291 Highway. Diego Romero, corporate communications manager, says further details would be released in the fourth quarter of 2015.
Also this week, a building application permit was filed with the City of Lee's Summit's Development Center. The application includes details on the location and make-up of the store, which will include the current 26,886-square-feet of space plus a 3,681-square-foot addition to the building. Exterior updates are also mentioned on the application.
The building permit also mentions amenities that will be offered inside Sprouts, including produce, dairy, deli, a dining area and a meat counter.
Area High Schools Earn 'Best Schools' Honor
Lee's Summit High School, Lee's Summit North High School and Lee's Summit West High School were recognized as among the top 25 high schools in Missouri through U.S. News and World Report's annual "Best High Schools" ranking this spring. The local schools were among just seven Kansas City metropolitan-area high schoolhttp://issuu.com/lifestylepubs/docs/lee_ssummitjuly2015finallr?e=10131829/13872457s to be featured in the national magazine's top 25 high schools for Missouri.
All three schools earned a silver medal this year. Among the Lee's Summit R-7 high schools, LSNHS ranked 14th, LSWHS ranked 18th and LSHS ranked 24th in Missouri. There are currently more than 600 high schools in the state.
Alexa Armstrong Named Student of the Year
Summit Christian Academy (SCA) recently recognized senior Alexa Armstrong as the SCA Student of the Year. Alexa has attended SCA for 14 years and was a member of the volleyball, track and field, and softball teams. She also participated in drama and was the coordinator for the SCA International Program. Alexa is the daughter of James and Shelley Armstrong of Lee's Summit.
"SCA is truly blessed to have such an outstanding student like Alexa," says SCA Administrator Linda Harrelson. "She is making a difference in the lives of not only the SCA students, but internationally with her Christ-like attitude and leadership with our international students."


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Alabama natives Gary Stanton and Charlie Muncaster came together in 2016 to form a band called Muscadine Bloodline. When these two talented guys get on stage, you notice! They are gifted with the ability to entertain. They have hit hard in country music, opening up for acts such as Luke Combs and touring coast to coast. They are gritty, powerful and appreciated. Their music won't only be engraved into your ears, but your heart as well.
1. Where are you answering these questions from & what are you wearing?
We're at the crib in Athletic Apparel because it's our off day.
2. What's your official title and favorite thing about what you do?
Charlie plays acoustic guitar on the left and Gary plays electric guitar on the right and we both sing.
3. What are 3 things you CANNOT live without?
Charlie: 1) Family 2) Girlfriend 3) Mac N' Cheese
Gary: 1)Workouts 2)Family 3)Devotions
4. How did you guys start playing together?
We met up in Auburn, wrote a song together and Gary sit in on a gig I had.
5. How long have you been playing music?
Charlie: Since I was 14.(12 years)
Gary: Since I was 8.(16 years)
6. What's the hardest life lesson you've learned?
Charlie: Nothing worth having comes easy.
Gary: Speak up when you have a problem with something and don't bottle it up. It can cause resentment.
7. Do you have a favorite restaurant or hang out spot?
Hattie B's
8. If you could duet with any female artist, who would you pick and why?
Charlie: Maren Morris because my girlfriend would love that.
Gary: Kacey Musgraves because she is my favorite female artist/songwriter.
9. Who is your favorite country singer from the 90s?
Charlie: John Michael Montgomery
Gary: Blackhawk
10. Besides music, do you have any other talents or hobbies?
Charlie: Finding food on the road via Yelp
Gary: I like to bow hunt.
11. Do you have a favorite place to perform?
Charlie: Bourbon Street Bar in Auburn, AL because that's where it all started
Gary: Brewsky's in Hattiesburg, MS because it is my college town.
12. What's one gift you will never forget?
First Guitars
13. What current event has your eyes and ears? What are you doing about it?
Gary: Is LeBron James going to go to the Lakers, and join Ball Family Circus and if it happens then I'll dislike the Lakers and LeBron even more.
Charlie: The Nashville Predators are leading the NHL.
14. How do you think songwriters play a vital role in music today?
It always starts with the song, and if you are writing the songs you sing, your music sticks out.
15. What's one superpower you wish you had?
Charlie: Teleportation
Gary: Invisibility
16. You're making your favorite sandwich… what's on it?
Gary: Way too much deli meat, one slice of Pepper Jack cheese, no sauce.
Charlie: Butter Bread, Mayo, Ham and Turkey, Cheese, and a fresh tomato.
17. Name one artist of any genre besides country that you are a fan of and tell us why?
Charlie: John Mayer because he isn't afraid to evolve as an artist.
Gary: Big K.R.I.T. because he's a rapper who glorifies the southern culture.
18. What makes you laugh out loud?
Charlie: Grown men farting.
Gary: Embarrassing my mom.
19. Fill in the blank: Our idea of success is…
Just make a living and be able to retire playing music we love.
20. Fill in the blank: Country music inspires us because…
It's music we live and people relate to it.


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Today I'd like to shamelessly plug my friend Michael Carlon's podcast, Uncorking a Story. Mike is a market research moderator and head of Vertigo Partners. Mike is also a kindred spirit in that we both have an affinity for pop culture and far too much trivia and useless knowledge in our heads.
They say "In vino veritas." (A Latin phrase that translates, "in wine [there is the] truth".) That certainly rings true here. What's great about this podcast is that Mike and his guest will discuss the topic of the day over a glass or two of wine. When I think back to some of the great conversations I've had, I remember more than a few involving a bottle of wine. Even over your laptop speakers, you'll get a relaxed and honest vibe, as if you have pulled up a chair and poured yourself a glass.
Here is what Uncorking a Story is all about, in Mr. Carlon's own words.
Listen up as professional moderator Michael Carlon talks to guests from
the worlds of business, the arts, and entertainment about their paths to
success; usually over a bottle of something red or white. There is no
script so you never know where each conversation will go. Laugh along
with Mike and his guests.
You can check out the podcast here. (http://vertigopartners.com/Podcast.html)
I suggest uncorking your own bottle of wine while you listen. For the full effect.
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Wednesday, September 19, 2012
Talk Like Pirate Day
Every year on this day we celebrate one of the first Internet bred holidays, Talk Like Pirate Day. To that I say, "We are Family."
Ahoy Mateys, let's give it up for the 1979 Pittsburgh Pirates. Aaarrrgh!!!!!!
Ahoy Mateys, let's give it up for the 1979 Pittsburgh Pirates. Aaarrrgh!!!!!!
Monday, September 10, 2012
Rackspace's Rob La Gesse on how to inspire word of mouth with customer service
Here's a great video that is right in line with the concepts we talk about in The Purple Goldfish Project. I found it over at WordofMouth.org, which is a treasure trove of information and tips for great customer service, marketing and social media.
The video was from their Word of Mouth Crash Course conference in May. In it Rob covers:
The video was from their Word of Mouth Crash Course conference in May. In it Rob covers:
- How to create memorable experiences by personally getting to know customers.
- How to humanize customers and make them your friends.
- How to get employees and executives on board with great customer service.
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How did YOU end up in technology?17 Sep 2015
I started a new thing at a family party last weekend. I asked all my family what they do for a living, why they do it and how they got there, or else what they used to do before retirement. Why? I like hearing about people's decisions, and whilst that kind of thing didn't bother me 5 or 6 years ago, I'm at that point in my life where it's useful to know what pathways and decisions people have made. Having made the mistake at A level of not taking Maths when I was going to be a CompSci and finding out from my dad as I started sixth form that it was "impossible to do good CompSci without maths*" meant I realise now how important it is to get all the information you can about life, the universe and everything, and that's something you can only really gain by asking people questions like this.
More recently I did it while networking, and I've noticed a lot more lately that looking at my own pathway and comparing it to other people's is…interesting. No two ways into your job will ever be the same, and there's so many decisions that have lead me personally down this track that it's impossible to predict what's next, but if I learn a bit more about what other people did, maybe when the next change comes I'll be more informed of what direction to go in to get where I want to be. Which I still don't know just yet.
My own pathway? wanted to be a music teacher, then a musician, was doing HTML in the background for kids games, got annoyed at music teacher, went with CompSci instead. I wouldn't change any of it.
*This isn't actually 100% true, but it will narrow your choices at University if you don't take it.


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So far I can post to a Facebook group, as a Facebook page set as admin of that group, but from the web version of Facebook. I want to do the same but from the mobile version of Facebook. When I try to switch to page in the option "publish as" (page or user) it selects me back the option user.
Can this be done?


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Monday, May 13, 2019
By RENALDO DORSETT
Tribune Sports Reporter
LOURAWLS "Tum Tum" Nairn Jr hopes to serve as an inspiration for a future generation of Bahamian athletes eager to tell the stories of their respective journeys to success.
Nairn has officially launched his first book, an autobiography entitled "Purpose Driven", and hosted a book signing at Nassau Stationers on Saturday. "It feels good to finish this process, it just was something I never dreamed of doing," Nairn said.
"The love and support of my mom, my dad, my family here with me, the support of the country, I think it's a great accomplishment in my life."
Patrons had an opportunity to purchase copies and interact with the former Michigan State Spartans and Bahamian national team point guard.
"I hope I can inspire kids to write their story, not so much so people can see what they went through, but how they respond to it to inspire and help other people to grow up the same way they grew up, in the same walks of life and that's what it's all about," Nairn said.
The book details the story of Nairn's life and his journey from the Bahamas to elite Division I NCAA basketball and beyond.
"There are more books to come, I just keep walking by faith and not by sight, just move with whatever God tells me to do," he said. "I have a big decision to make and decide what's next for my future and I'm just taking my time before I make that decision."
Nairn last had a role with the Phoenix Suns as a member of the coaching staff with a focus on player development.
"It's a blessing just to be able to write a book coming where I come from, living in Bain Town in Nassau, just to do that is something special for me," he said.
"It just helps other kids back home to see that they can do the same thing," he added.
Nairn was also a former high school teammate of Buddy Hield at Sunrise Christian Academy in Kansas before both parted ways for their respective collegiate careers.
The two shared a moment prior to the first Suns and Kings matchup this season and Hield heralded Nairn's new career path as an author. "Tum Tum is like a brother to me. He's not playing professional basketball but he found a way in the sport to make a living for himself and his family and that's a great thing," Hield said.
"I know his book is going to be a success because his story is amazing and he has so many life lessons to share with people. I'm going to buy a bunch of his books and make sure kids back home can have them and be inspired by his story to get to where he is today."
Before he decided on the Spartans, Nairn received offers from Kansas, Kansas State, Oklahoma, Ole Miss, Iowa and Arkansas and becomes the first MSU commit for the 2014 class. His stock rose to the 61st ranked basketball player in America for the class of 2014 by Rivals.com and 72nd by ESPN.com.
A former CR Walker Knight, Nairn was also a member of the Bahamian national team at both the junior and senior levels. He finished his high school career with the Sunrise Christian Academy Buffaloes in Bel Aire, Kansas.
"Ten years ago today, I did the hardest thing I've ever done in my life. At the age of 13 I left home in the Bahamas to follow my dreams of playing basketball. I had no idea what was going to happen, but I took a leap of faith and left my entire family to go to a place I had never been before. I was determined to make the best out of any situation or circumstance that came my way. Early mornings, late nights. Blood, sweat, and many tears," Nairn said.
"Nothing could stop me from chasing my dreams and actually catching them. There were times I wanted to quit. There were times it seemed like nothing good was going to come out of it. But I kept going. The journey definitely wasn't easy but my hunger to achieve my goals motivated me more than the fear of failure. I found strength within myself that could only be revealed through trials and tribulations."
Spartans head coach Tom Izzo has always heralded Nairn's leadership abilities as something that could not be simply measured on a stat sheet. He awarded Nairn the title of team captain for three consecutive years and often called him an extension of the coaches on the floor. He was also awarded the Stephen G Scofes Inspirational Player Award for three of his four seasons with the Spartans.


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The first round of the biscuit tournament was better than we ever imagined, the entries were great, the competition close and the excitement by the tasters was beautiful.
In the savory side of the competition:
Pimento Cheese Biscuit (We will call this the PCB in the rest of this post): pimentos and celery in the biscuit, topped with pimento cheese and tomatoes by Sam Evans
Medeteranian Biscuit (MB): olive and artichoke biscuit topped with fluff and drizzled with an herbed olive oil by Deb Alexander
In the sweet side of the competition:
Run and Tell Nana (RTN): banana biscuit topped with nutella, a banana slice and caramel by Adam Brune
After School Special (ASS): apple cinnamon biscuit topped with peanut butter and honey by Sylvia Pinegar
Here is what you thought of the biscuits:
We asked for your comments and they were great! ( I will use the initials of the biscuits that are being commented on)
MB might win this whole tourney. The biscuit was perfect, herby and rich. It will win the savory bracket
Loved the flavor of the ASS with the apples best!
Hard decision but liked MB better because of the different flavors.
PCB - The tomato in the biscuit was a welcome surprise, even for someone who is not fond of them. It was a perfect blend.
PCB - Best by far!
Peanut butter VS. Nutella! Diabolical! But really, I am not a fan of Peanut butter but the apple portion of the ASS sealed the deal! I want another biscuit already!
The MB stole my epicurean heart with subtlety and grace!
I love peanut butter probably more than any other food, but.... I have to give the nod to RTN!
The flavor! The Panache! The Olives! Add this one to the list! (MB)
Dessert for breakfast, Yes Please!!!! (RTN)
RTN - It was the tits!
MB - Amaze-balls!
How does one choose? Cruel & Unusual, this is! But... I have to say the PCB edges out a victory, but only just!
PCB - Comfort food winner!
ASS - The combination of cinnamon with apple and peanut butter formed a complex flavor symphony!
MB - The best flavor balanced biscuit I've had here yet! I love pimento cheese so this is a difficult decision!
RTN has all of my fav things. Nutella is my weakness!
RTN - The bomb dot com.
Run Tell Nana I want another!
PCB - Totally took me by surprise! I thought it was lacking originality, but I loved it! The MB was also delicious! It was a hard choice!
ASS - It reminded me of coming home from elementary school. I always wanted a punchable, but in the end apples and peanut butter always got the job done!
And the winners of this round are:
Pimento Cheese Biscuit by Sam Evans!
After School Special by Sylvia Pinegar!
Congrats you two! Also a big thanks to Deb Alexander and Adam Brune! It was so so close, and your biscuits will be seen on the Greenhouse menu again! They were amazing!


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Since 2002, the influential American has been Kanye West's creative director and advisor on West's tour merchandise and label Yeezy. Abloh is also a DJ, architect, director and mastermind behind his own high-end men's and womenswear brand Off-White. His clients include everyone from Justin Bieber to Beyoncé.
Where does beauty hide? We asked the stars whisperer.
"Beauty nowadays is all about culture, and defining yourself. I would describe the evolution of my own look like this: I grew up in the 90s, in Chicago and for 8 years I was totally into skateboarding and wore hoodies and Vans. My first strong image and icon was Michael Jordan. For my now defunct streetwear label Pyrex Vision, I printed '23' (Jordan's number) on flannels.
Over the years I've been a huge fan and collector of Raf Simons, his work is art to me. It's an obvious reflection in my collections now. For my new brand Off-White, it's all about urban culture, mixed with Antwerp fashion.
I don't know if I am a beauty person. I'm more about beautiful irony. Two unexpected things scratching together that say something else. That's beauty to me. If I could change one thing about myself? Then it would get all fucked up! So I'll leave it as it is."
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RRRDC announces the retirement of Communications Operator, Fern Cigelske.
Fern began her career as a 911 Communications Operator in Fargo on April 17, 1978. Fern will retire on June 15, 2018 with over forty years of service.
Fern says that her dad encouraged her to apply for the job as he used to play cards with some of the Fargo Police Department detectives who told him they were hiring. She recalled when 911 service came to Fargo; she said she was "shaking in her boots" when she heard they were getting 911. One of the first calls she took on 911 was from a lady wondering how much liquid to put in a lemon pie. Fern told her that she could call the fire department to find out because "they were pretty good cooks over there." Fern said she didn't have any cookbooks and there was no internet so she came up with the best way she could to help the caller. Over the years, Fern also took some difficult calls such as when family members died. She said, "You never know who's going to call." Fern thinks that technology has been the biggest change during her career. She says she stayed over forty years because she loved the job.
We wish Fern the best as she begins her retirement and thank her for her many years of dedicated service to public safety.


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San Diego Zoo
I was lucky enough to head to the San Diego zoo the other day. I had heard good things about it from friends who had previously visited it and it didn't disappoint. The place was huge!
I took lots of photos on the day but the combination of my 75-300mm lens and the low light conditions resulted in a lot of blurry photo. Oh well, I guess you live and you learn. Here are the shots that made the cut.


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Ruslan Malikov (RU)
Malikov Ruslan was born in Saint Petersburg in 1972, is a director, graduated from Moscow state university of culture in 1998 (major - the art of stage direction), lives in Moscow.
After the graduation teamed up with students of the same year into "student theatre DSV" on the basis of MSU cultural center. There were directed "Time And The Conways" by J.B. Priestley, "Little red hood" by E. Schwarz,"Sahalinskaya zhena" by E. Gremina and "Love's Labour's Lost" by W. Shakespeare. He made theatrical productions at Teatr.doc, "Praktika" theatre, "School of modern plays".
Ruslan Malikov is an active participant of "Lubimovka" Festival of young drama (1999 – 2010), "New drama" festival (2002 – 2008), a participant of Modern British playwriting festival (2006) and other.


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Earlier Event: October 4Dr. Richard Morgan Exhibit - October
Later Event: April 3Alexander Bao
We are always excited to be able to share our studio and Rhone House space with the community. Events at Rhoneymeade have included homesteading and gardening talks, as well as local history.
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St. Mary's Art Studio
I enjoy visiting Mrs. Storer's classroom, the Art Studio. There is always something new and creative in the works. In addition to new art projects for all grade levels, St. Mary's students are spreading their creative wings and learning to appreciate art through art history.
Greeting her K-3rd grade students while wearing her "Question of the Week" hat, Mrs. Storer introduces an art history question. Not sure of the answer? Just check the Art Studio's ActivBoard for a clue. So far, Mrs. Storer has taught her students about prehistoric cave paintings, ancient Egyptian art, ancient Grecian art, and ancient Roman art. I cannot help but wonder, "What will next week's question be?"
Mrs. Storer would also like her students to appreciate that life skills are important in the Art Studio. For her younger students, she is focusing on responsibility and leadership. Students are taking turns each week being an "Art Teacher in Training". One student at each table is responsible for listening extra closely to instruction, "shopping" at the Art Studio Supply Store for all the supplies needed for their table, and helping their table mates. This is a big job since they also need to work on their own art project. Mrs. Storer is pleased to report that we have some real leaders in our midst.
Mrs. Storer is focused on helping her older students understand the importance of individual traits that artists need as they embark on their creations. By focusing on the artistic process, she also strives to help her students appreciate how those same traits are needed by all of us throughout our lives.
Students work on an artist inspiration book. For a few minutes at the beginning of each class, Mrs. Storer introduces a quote on the ActivBoard and the class discusses it. The quote may be from a famous artist or other well-known person. It may focus on the importance of hard work, perseverance, confidence, and other traits that the author learned to appreciate in his or her life. The students then write it down in their book and design/sketch anything that the quote inspires.
Why is art class more than just art projects? In Mrs. Storer's words, "Art is life and life is art. You cannot separate the two. As you grow as a person, apply all that you learn to everything that you do."


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This gorgeous, delicate demitasse set is from the New York Central Railroad. It is the delicate "Hyde Park" pattern of pink bachelor button flowers with frothy pale green leaves and stems, decorated with daubed gold trim. The ware is slightly heavier than eggshell-thin fine porcelain, but
it is definitely and obviously fragile, fine china, not heavy restaurant ware.
These pieces are in exquisitely perfect condition. We can find absolutely nothing wrong with either the cup or the saucer. The cup is approximately 2.25 inches tall; the saucer is approximately 4.5 inches across. They would have been used in a luxury dining car for after-dinner espresso or chocolate.
BOTH pieces carry the full maker and railroad bottom marking: Fabrique pour (French, for "Made for" New York Central Lines; Fourni par (French, "Provided by") distributor L. Barth & Sons of New York City.
"GDA" is the marking of the Gérard, Dufraisseix and Abbott company of France, according to our "Collector's Encyclopedia of Limoges Porcelain" (Gaston). This set was made between 1914 and 1935, the years when the NYCRR referred to itself as the New York Central Lines. Gaston states the GCA markings were in use between 1900 and the early 1940s.
Note the gold handle is "daubed." It is NOT worn -- the "white strip" down the
center is the way it was made. This is 22Karat - 24Karat gold overglaze, and it is extremely soft.
This wonderfully delicate, expressive set would be a star in any collection of better railway dining car items.
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Consignment vehicles wanted urgently. Sold
- We consign, buy, & sell all types of vehicles, including boats, motorbikes, jet skis, camper trailers, caravans, and small trucks.
- Fleet & company vehicles.
- Vehicles under finance accepted.
- Selling by consignment is a proven method to realise the best sale price for your vehicle.
- For more information call Darren on (08) 9459 9088 or 0401 622 223.


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Sunday, November 08, 2015
TAL Roundup: The Butterscotch Cathedral, The Torn Circus, Walter Ghoul's Lavender Brigade, Mystic Brew, plus Beaucoup Más
The excellent The Active Listener's been pumping it out at a furious rate of late, but it's not making us furious. Oh, no, not at all, far from it. The following are from the latest TAL Sampler (#37, by number), plus other items condignly commended by N. Ford and Co.
We could have posted 9 more Samplerwidgets below those two, but don't want to splash more cyber than necessary. Let us, then, simply recommend your closer attention to the songs by The Hanging Stars (#3), The Magnetic Mind (#4), Heaters (#6), Flavor Crystals (#8), Coke Weed (#9), Madame De C*** (#10), Shinkiro (#11), The Sunchymes (#18), and Midday Veil (#19).
By your sweet leaf, though, we are going to splash two more widgies, one from Louisiana and one from Russia. Read all about 'em in this TAL post. That post also praises The Age, whom we also love and posted here.
We also especially like #6. Read the TAL post here.
Yes, we posted the same The Butterscotch Cathedral song two posts in a row. We love The Butterscotch Cathedral.
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Points To Think About When Choosing An Assisted Living
Many people experience concerns about quality of life and transitions as they age, as well as how to adjust to these changes. Significant milestones like retirement result in major changes both in lifestyle and individual perception. This article provides you with some tips on keeping active and involved to help adjust to changes in your life.
One of the best ways on how to prevent and slow the aging process is by being happy. This can be done by filling your life with love and joy. A good habit is to practice stress relieving activities since stress contributes to speeding up the getting older process. A happy person automatically has a happy body.
As you grow older, many hear the reminders of how important it is to eat http://antiwrinkleskincarei.com/collagen.benefits.for.skin=pa7993/ healthy everyday; a treat once in a while can bring a smile to your face. Don't you just love to eat your favorite food? Maybe chocolate chip cookies are your pick? Bake up a batch and enjoy them with a friend or family member. Enjoy the companionship of someone you love with something you enjoy!
Understand hormone imbalances and be sure to treat them. As you age, many of the more difficult challenges are caused by imbalances in your hormones. This includes issues like depression, insomnia and weight increases. Go to your doctor if you are feeling off in any way and have yourself tested. Doctors can put you on a plan for supplementing your hormones.
As your age increases, your home is thought of a safe haven. Days may seem longer and more challenging, so you need to make sure that your home is an oasis of comfort and personality you can retreat to. Your home can be ready for your return.
Keep up with the golden rule to treat others as you would like them to treat you. Even though many people think that many of the elderly are mean and grumpy, you do not have to be that way. Treat others with the respect and sensitivity that you would like them to treat you and you are sure to get the same in return.
Adequate sleep is necessary for everybody, but especially those in the midst of the getting older process. When you get enough sleep, you are giving your body a chance to rest and recharge, which helps your brain as well as your immune system. By having a sharp brain as well as a strong immune system, you are bound to stay healthy longer and you will continue to fight the growing older process.
Just because you are aging doesn't mean you should just sit back and take it easy. To maintain good health, you need to continue to be as active as you possibly can. Sure, you may not be able to go out and race in a marathon, but you still can incorporate some activity into you daily activities. It is suggested that you include at least 30 minutes of physical activity each day. Maybe you could take a 15-minute walk twice a day. Dust off that old bike and take a ride around the neighborhood.
When caring for an aged family member who has Alzheimer's disease, many caretakers have found it helpful to write daily in a journal. Writing out fears, hopes, and personal goals can help release anxiety, guilt and stress. It is also a way to document the blessings that occur with this journey.
If you are retired, try to find outlets to keep you involved in your community and keep friendships. Local schools often need volunteers, contact local schools in your area if this sounds like something fun for you to do. Keeping a social life can help fight off depression which sometimes can become overwhelming if you are on your own.
As you get older, keeping a good balance when walking is a common complaint. Oftentimes, some may resort to using a walker or cane to help them keep their footing. Studies had shown that instead of using the customary walker or cane, instead, use a pole. A pole will help strengthen the upper body as well as help the balance of the senior when they walk.
Exercise regularly. Exercise slows down the process of aging. It keeps muscle healthy and strong as well as allows you to maintain stamina. It also prevents the loss of balance and bone density as you get older. Try to keep impact to a minimum and create an aerobic and strength based routine.
When your body ages, the need for down time increases, which means you must get adequate sleep. Try to have a set time for going to bed, which allows you to get comfortable and fall asleep at a reasonable time. Read a book or magazine to help induce sleepiness, however, the TV should be avoided because of the stimulation it can cause.
Adding green tea to your daily routine can really boost your anti-growing older regimen! Green tea can help build your resistance against many diseases such as cancer and can also defend you against dementia and other neurological ailments of aging. Also of note, green tea can assist your body in its ability to burn fat, so making it a permanent addition to your grocery list is a very good idea!
At the end of the night, do not forget to wash off the makeup on your skin and around your eyes. This is very important, as you always want to give your skin the chance to breathe so that you can look fresh in the morning. Develop a routine and designate a time at night to wash off your makeup.
To keep your body healthy and strong and minimize the effects of getting older, you should exercise for at least a half hour daily. A combination of weight lifting to build strength and tone muscles with daily cardio exercise will keep your body operating in peak condition. Remember to rotate which large muscle groups you exercise, and eat a healthy diet to fuel your muscles.
If you want to age well, make a point to continue to learn new things every day. Educate yourself on the newest technology, pick up a new hobby or read a new novel. These activities will keep your mind sharp, and they will allow you to enjoy life to its fullest.
Do not overlook the health of your eyes during the growing older process. Macular degeneration happens to a great number of people. Eating foods that are rich in the carotenoids zeaxanthin and lutein are great for your eyes. Foods rich in these carotenoids can be found in red, green and orange colored fruits and vegetables.
As was mentioned earlier, getting older is something we have no choice or say in. However, with the right ideas put into place, getting older can be slowed and even embraced as something wonderful. Keep the nuggets of wisdom from this piece in mind in your coming years, and you can embrace your future.
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The film rocking in the box office 'Natasarvabhowma' is in good zoom in over 1500 screens released from 10 pm show in Prasanna on Wednesday till Thursday. Houseful board is seen in every theatre – that is the power of Puneeth Rajakumar, director Pawan Wodeyar and Rockline Venkatesh as producer.
It was a happy get together after the media show at Gold Finch Hotel on Thursday afternoon. Pawan Wodeyar thanked the people, producer and Puneeth Rajakumar for such a status. In the college days I started knowing about Rociline and today I am director to the same organization makes me feel happy. Working with Puneeth for second time is further more happy says PW.
Ravishanker villain in the film has been receiving phone calls from morning on the success. For fans it is 'Habbada Oota' for fans of Pueeth Rajakumar he mentioned. I call Puneeth as 'Appaji' in the film and I continue it from today stated Ravishanker.
Even today Puneeth in my eyes is like young child of 'Yarivanu' film. He is like his father Dr Rajakumar in profession. Even my work was seen in Rockline banner. He has discipline; I told that in road and shots shoot is there I would not come. He did oblige my decision added Dr B Saroja Devi.
Producer of high reputation Rockline venkatesh felt that the distributors should increase in today's scenario. Half of the strength of producer we should have distributors he mentioned.
Distributor Mohan Das Pai has taken rights of this film except Hyderabad Karnataka. After Kurubana Rani, I met Rockline for this film. Natasarvabhowma is running in 1538 theatres. In my 40 years of experience this kind of success I have not seen said Pai.
In the overseas market Madan and Hema taken up release in 46 centers in America, 26 in Australia – in the later days Europe, Germany, London, Indonesia, Japan, Singapore, Canada and first time in Russia the film is released. Madan is son of Dr Ambarish elder brother.
Power star Puneeth Rajakumar expressed proud moment with Dr Saroja Devi acting in the film. With Rockline Venkateshji this is third film, director Pawan Wodeyar second with Ravishanker it is fourth film. For the good response Abhimani Devarugalu responsible and we should stop piracy and care should be taken he felt.
Cameraman Vaidhi S, editor Mahesh Reddy, dance director Bhushan were part of the get together of 'Natasarvabhowma'.


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Bendigo Bank International Money Transfer 2018 Review
Learn more about this service offered by Bendigo Bank, its pros, and cons, with this review of their international money transfers.
Making an international payment with Bendigo Bank supporting and backing your transaction. Through the use of this Telegraphic Transfer service, you can send money through your bank account to another user, different bank, or foreign business. Whether you select the faster method of transfer with telegraphic sending or through a Bank Draft for a less urgent payment, this service is safe and secure.
Sending money internationally through this established bank is safe, secure, and backed by funding. The bank offers a full range of products and services, so you get the convenience of going to your favourite branch or logging in online for a transfer.
- Securely-backed by a bank
- Convenient for sending money overseas
- Recurring payments are easy to setup
- Bank shareholders get a fee discount
- Supports only 25 currencies for Telegraphic Transfers
- Supports just 16 currencies for sending Bank Drafts
- Higher fees than other services
- Must have a Bendigo account to use the transfer service
- Pay service fees if an intermediary bank is used in the transaction
How it works
Bendigo Bank offers international bank transfers to account holders. If you have an account, you can send or receive telegraphic transfers (which are primarily conducted online). They offer the option to perform a transaction in any bank branch if this is a bank holder's preference.
More than 150 years ago, Bendigo bank opened in Victoria mostly lending and working in retail banking. The bank is now listed as a top 60 ASX company. More than 90,000 shareholders invest and carry shares in Bendigo, more than 1.5 million customers work with the bank, and they employ more than 6500 people.
How much does it cost?
Fees with Bendigo Bank vary based on the type and amount of your transaction. Some of their fees are much more expensive than many other services we've reviewed previously. Customers remain loyal to Bendigo Bank for this type of international transfer because it is a major institution with a strong reputation, even if the fees are a bit higher.
- Sending A Telegraphic Transfer: $30 (conducted online or performed at one of the branch locations)
- Receiving A Telegraphic Transfer: $10 for payments received in a foreign currency, $2 for payments in Australian dollars
- Sending Bank Drafts: $10 fee for the purchase of a Bank Draft
- Stop Payment on Bank Draft: Extra $25 fee if a stop is put on the payment of a draft
One perk of this bank is any shareholder gets 50% off of bank fees, even if that shareholder only holds one stock.
How safe is it?
Bendigo International Money Transfers are efficient, safe, and easy when you work with this company. We'd recommend this service to bank account holders that regularly send money abroad and want to login to everything all in one place.
How do I send or receive money from overseas?
Bendigo offers these two options, either sending bank drafts and receiving international transfers.
A Bank Draft is cost-effective for sending non-urgent payments, as a bi-weekly bill payment. Bendigo offers this convenient service because it is non-urgent and the most secure payment method to conduct through a bank. A bank draft is a payment on behalf of a payer that is guaranteed by the issuing bank.
A Telegraphic Transfer for international funds is a way to get most currencies to a Bendigo bank account. Every international transfer uses that current day's exchange rates plus any applicable fees.
How do I pay?
Before any transfer occurs, you must be a Bendigo, account holder. Several account types are eligible for this kind of transfer, so visit a branch or call to speak with a customer representative to verify you have the right account.
Information you need to set up an account could include photo identification and other proof of residency. Once set up, the information required for a Telegraphic Transfer includes:
- Who you are sending to
- Where you are sending the money
- Payment Currency
- Sending Amount
- Transfer Date and Time
Through the online portal, you can pay employees, send money to family, or send funds in cases of emergency.
Can I pay by credit card?
You cannot pay by credit card with a Bendigo Bank International Money Transfer.
What exchange rate will I get?
To determine the exchange rate you will get on your International Money Transfer, Bendigo conducts transactions with the current foreign exchange rate. Bendigo works to keep exchange rates updated in as real of time as possible, but they do fluctuate based on the time an order is placed.
What currencies can I transfer?
When you open an account with Bendigo bank, there are 25 different currency options for International Money Transfers. The options include:
- Canadian Dollar
- Australian Dollar
- Swiss Franc
- Danish Kroner
- Euro
- Fijian Dollar
- Great British Pound
- Hong Kong Dollar
- Indian Rupee
- Japanese Yen
- Norwegian Kroner
- New Zealand Dollar
- Philippine Peso
- Swedish Kroner
- Singapore Dollar
- Thai Baht
- United States Dollar
- South African Rand
It is important to note that some of the currency options on this list are not available for bank drafts.
What services do they offer for businesses?
Bendigo and Adelaide Bank is one Australian financial institution that merged in 2007. With the merge over ten years ago, the bank became an organization with nearly 900 locations around Australia. It is estimated that Bendigo and Adelaide Bank serves more than 500 communities throughout the country.
Some of the services offered by the bank relating to Bendigo Bank International Money Transfer include:
Receive Foreign Checks: If you get a check in another currency, you can deposit the amount into a Bendigo account, and it gets converted to Australia dollars after a waiting period. After a 28-day holding period, Bendigo makes the foreign funding available in your account.
Branch Locations for Account Holders: There are almost 900 ATM locations for Bendigo and Adelaide bank account holders. This is convenient for inter-country travel. In addition to ATM locations, there are bank branches all account holders can visit. Deal with a qualified banking professional at a Bendigo Branch Location.
Recurring Payments: A service commonly used by bank account holders is the recurring payment option. It is easy to set up this payment, with an entry to your transfer start and end date. It is easy to log in to you online system for setting up payment, canceling one, and checking your withdrawals.


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This post is a good way to get a comprehensive view of the currently-documented retailers selling Crash Bandicoot Merchandise online from several countries.
Please note that this is missing some other retailers from several countries due to search results varying from the language and use of words. Let me know about them.
United States:
GameStop (MIcroSite) – Walmart (Books, Merchandise) – Best Buy – Amazon: Toys, Clothes, Books, Electronics, Others – BigBadToyStore – Entertainment Earth – ToyWiz – Barnes & Noble – MyGeekBox – Toynk Toys – State Of Comics – Hot Topic – Box Lunch – Macy's – FYE
EB Games – Walmart – Best Buy – Toys R US – Amazon: Toys, Clothes, Books, Artwork, Others – Northmen Collectibles – Duclos Toys – Canucktibles – CmdStore – Indigo – Hot Topic
Walmart – GamePlanet – Game Cool


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Join me, and my friends at Smith Ave. as we host our first pop-up shop at House of Abbeydale, Thursday, November 19 - Friday, November 20th, from 3:00-8:00 pm in the heart of downtown Charlotte. Stop by and find the freshest men's casual footwear & accessories. Check out the promo video we shot below with Iron Kite films.
Behind the scenes photos from the shoot:


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Check it out if you are in Western New York or Southern Ontario, or just passing through Buffalo.
Recent Paintings
I have a new series of paintings on the way.
A Poster for Halloween
I guess I got into the spirit of the holiday this year.
Wall Paintings at Play/Ground
Minimal Weather Sketches
I made these on my way to making something else.
Mural for Just Buffalo Literary Center
A mural I designed for Just buffalo Literary Center was recently completed in downtown Buffalo. The painting was done by Yames Moffit.
The End of Cafe Taza
Cafe Taza, the small cafe that I go to most mornings, is changing ownership and with this change the old identity I designed for the cafe is going to be retired. Below is the poster I designed for the transition party. Below that are some examples of the identity system in action.
Wall Paintings for Play/Ground
I spent two days making six large wall paintings for Resource Art's Play/Ground event. 29 artists will be making installations in a former high school in Medina, NY. More pictures soon.
More Painting
I've been making larger paintings. My previous abstract paintings were connected to my fictional artists of The Thorold Gallery, these aren't connected to any particular conceptual project.
Fictions at Artpark
More about this soon.
New Thorold Gallery work
Irregular Chickens
I have been playing around with recombining and repurposing past illustrations, with no particular goal in mind. These chickens come from the State print series.
A Gig Poster for Duck Duck Grey Duck
I recently designed a poster for the Swiss band Duck Duck Grey Duck. It is being screen printed in Switzerland. I look forward to receiving the final print in the mail.
The Semi-fictional Painter
I've been making paintings for the exhibition posters for my fictional 1970's art institution, The Thorold Gallery. Now, somewhat confusingly, I'll be showing the paintings that started out as the work of fictional artists. They will be part of Resource:Art's exhibition series at Hotel Henry in Buffalo.
Montague Projects' Design for Nuits Sonores
The visual identity I designed for the Nuits Sonores music festival was unveiled today. The indie/edm festival in Lyon, France features 200 performing artists and 140,000 festival-goers at 40 urban locations. Some amazing European studios have done the identity in past years (Superscript2, Studio Feixen). As a designer I'm really excited about the big posters that are going to go up in the Paris subway. The full line-up will be announced tomorrow. I'll be posting more from this project as it takes shape.
Montague Projects on Instagram
Last week I reached 40k followers on Instagram. Thanks to everybody that follows (and please start following me if you don't already)!
Fictions has been extended until December 31
An Interview with DesignRush
Fictions at Anna Kaplan Contemporary
I currently have an exhibition of ephemera related to The Thorold Gallery, my fictional 1970's art institution, at Anna Kaplan Contemporary in Buffalo, NY. The show closes December 16th, although it may be held over until Christmas. See the full contents here.


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Do You Avert Your Eyes And Look The Other Way? By Ange Fonce
Posted by ANGE FONCE on Monday, May 11, 2015 Under: Dynamic Therapy Men & Women
Do You Avert Your Eyes And Look The Other Way?
By Ange Fonce
"You may choose to look the other way but you can never say again that you did not know." ~ William Wilberforce
When there is a car crash on the side of the road... you cannot help it... despite your best efforts... you look at the accident... sometimes even slow down to get a really good look.
To remind yourself it is not you... and to reassure yourself it is not someone you know... it has happened to someone else... phew!
Rubber necking or gawking is your way of "reassuring" yourself... you are okay... it is better to happen to them then you... often though you do "precisely the opposite" when it comes to the "apparently unfixable situations"... to the "enormity of horrible events"... to "tragedies"... and "enormity" does not have to mean "extra enormous"... it refers to the "emptiness of something" so "horrible" and "large" you have trouble "comprehending it"... and are "overwhelmed" both "emotionally" and "mentally"... you "deny it" and "shut it out."
A magazine produces a cover that you cannot bear... so you do not buy that issue... you do not see the billboard depicting misery of other people... the horrific disease that appears incurable... so you do not talk about it... it is easier to talk about the little stuff... keep it small... or gloss things over and "deny the reality"... that it is not part of your "illusion" of the world.
You also do it with "science"... to "facts about the world" around us... if it does not fit your "beliefs" and "assumptions"... it does not exist.
There is a long history of human "denialism"... of defending the "status quo" and "ignoring" what others become "aware off"... when it does not fit in with the "belief systems" or common held "assumptions"... like two balls of different weights and sizes fall at the same speed in a vacuum... that the Earth rotates around the Sun... that the Earth is a sphere and not flat... that the Earth is billions of years old... that Humans have walked on the Moon... that there is not one shred off "evidence" that an entity called God exists outside of the "illusion of beliefs" created by human imagination.
The denials all sound the same... they do not come from stupidity or from people who are not smart enough to "understand" what is going on... they come from people who will "not look"... and "question deeper" to "know" and "understand" what is REAL or just a "illusion?"
Why deny?
It is an easy way to "avert your eyes" and "look the other way" to keep your "illusion" intact.
There are 2 "related reasons"... both internal and external... to "avert your eyes" and "look the other way."
First... The External Reason Is "Affiliation"...
What happens to your "personal standing" when you dare to "question" and "test" the accepted "status quo"... what will you tell your neighbours if you are wrong?"
What are the "risks" to doing "your own research"... your own "questioning" to find and review credible "evidence based knowledge" instead of "assumption" and "beliefs"... to putting an "evidence based theory" forward and being prepared to have your theory "tested" for your theories "correctness" and have it "confirmed" or maybe have it proven "incorrect?"
When "adherence" to the "status quo" of your "beliefs" and "assumptions" of your "organisational creed" or your "social standing" looms large... it is often far easier to just "look the other way"... remain "silent" or to "feign ignorance" or call yourself a "sceptic" so you can "cop out" and remain "safe."
Please Note... all "good scientists" are actually "healthy sceptics"... that is how they build "credible careers"… the "difference" is that the "sceptical scientist"... asks the "questions" to "learn"... to "know" and to "understand"... they do the "work" to gather the "evidence" to prove to their peers... that he or she has has an "evidence based theory" to put forward that will either be "proven" to be "correct" or not... and will "acknowledge" when their theory is proven to be "not correct" by their peers... and will be "acknowledged" by their peers when their theory is PROVEN to be "correct"... by being supported by "provable evidence!"
There is more "data" available to more people than ever before... and the prize for using "statistics" and "evidence based practice" to "contradict" the "status quo" is HUGE... if a "belief"... an "idea"... a "theory" does not sit right with you... "look closer"... not away... do the "science"... dig deeper... ask "questions"... look for the "provable evidence"... seek "knowing" and "understanding"... be "objective" and not "subjective"... and be open to "acknowledging" when your "beliefs"... "ideas" and "theories" are not correct.
Learning is always a "dynamic evolving process" of LEARNING!
Learning is always a "dynamic evolving process" of LEARNING!
Second... The Internal Reason Is Fear...
The fear is of having to "re sort" what you "believed" and "assumed" to be "true"... that your "illusion" was not "correct" and was built on "false premises" and "false information."
Of feeling far too small in a universe that is just too big... instead of realising... that you can be as BIG as you want to be!
Most of all... of "engaging" in a never ending cycle of "beliefs" and "assumptions" and "never testing" what is "actually provably true?"
To "live" with the world as you "personally develop yourself"... and that life is always a little shaky under your feet as you live with a cycle of "personal development" that "challenges you"... as you become more AWARE to what is REAL!
To "live" with the world as you "personally develop yourself"... and that life is always a little shaky under your feet as you live with a cycle of "personal development" that "challenges you"... as you become more AWARE to what is REAL!
And that is a BIG FEAR in it self... because that means "testing yourself"... asking "questions" of you to "find out" just how much of you is "authentic" and just how much of you is a "lie"... an "illusion" created by other people for you to "live" by... "testing" yourself to become "personally aware" of your "own truth"... is a very "challenging journey" of facing and "transforming" the many "fears" of your "beliefs" and "assumptions."
Part of being your very best "dynamic self" is having the "guts" to not "avert your eyes" and to "look the other way"... it is having the "courage" to look closely and deeply at what scares you... to "question"... what "exactly" are you "believing" in... just "how true" are your "assumptions?"
And to "know" and "understand" what disappoints you... what threatens you... by "looking closely"... asking "questions" and "digging deeper" past your "beliefs" and "assumptions"... you "create" the "opportunity" to make "real transformation" happen... and to "evolve" to TRUST and LIVE your own DYNAMIC TRUTH!
And to "know" and "understand" what disappoints you... what threatens you... by "looking closely"... asking "questions" and "digging deeper" past your "beliefs" and "assumptions"... you "create" the "opportunity" to make "real transformation" happen... and to "evolve" to TRUST and LIVE your own DYNAMIC TRUTH!
Thank you and may you enjoy a Prosperous and Dynamic day!
Yours Sincerely
Ange is an Author... Speaker... and Dynamic Peak Performance Personal Development Consultant... and Humanistic Counselling Psychologist and Sexologist... who works with men and women who desire to "personally develop" themselves and their "relationships" to become Dynamic Lifers... "creators" of their own life and wealth!
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Grandma's friends were characters
Robert Blakey's father died in 1796 when he was 22, and Robert only nine months old.
A striking feature of Dr Blakey's Memoirs is that he never mentions his mother. Her name was Elizabeth Laws, and she was about the same age as her husband. Robert must either have had a blank about her, or a deep hurt that he didn't want to discuss.
There are two possible hints to what happened, but nothing conclusive.
First is a marriage at St Nicholas's Church, Newcastle, in July 1799, between Richard Bolton, soldier, 4th Lancashire Militia (this being during the wars of the French Revolution), and Elizabeth Blakey, widow, aged 27. It might seem obvious that this must be Robert's mother, but Elizabeth was a common name, and Blakey not unusual, so we can't be sure.
Second is the tombstone of Robert's grandfather, Nathaniel Laws, in St Mary's churchyard. Mr Laws died in 1787 and it gradually became a family tombstone. Robert's father appears on it as 'son-in-law of Nathaniel Laws', and at the bottom is 'George Bolton….Nathaniel Laws'. The missing text could be 'son-in-law of', but the Christian name is wrong, being George, not Richard.
Robert's own account is laconic, and he turns immediately to less painful topics: "When about six years of age, I was placed entirely under the care of my maternal grandmother, Elizabeth Laws, who lived alone in one of the oldest and most rickety houses in Morpeth.
"It had been built of pure clay or mortar, and was next door on the west side of the old Phoenix Inn, and in the midst of the sheep-market, in Bridge Street.
"She was very old, between 70 and 80, but of wonderfully active powers, both of body and mind. She was well-known to the whole town for her zeal and knowledge of theology — that is, Presbyterianism.
"The Westminster Confession of Faith was quite at her fingers' end; and no doctrinal point contained in the treatise could be mentioned for which she could not readily quote the scripture proofs. Besides this well-known work, she had several other popular books, such as, Ambrose's Looking unto Jesus; Boston's Fourfold State;... and several others of an evangelical stamp. She was a perpetual reader, and would have sat for hours pondering over any dry, but to her, interesting subject of speculative religion.
"She was often visited by persons vastly above her own station in life, merely for the sake of curiosity, and for teasing her about her religious knowledge and faith. She was always ready to give battle, whoever came.
"Among the number of visitors I well remember was Mr William Burdon, the author of Materials for Thinking; Dr Gray, the father of the Rev. Henry Gray, of Edinburgh celebrity; Doctors Keith and Mitford, physicians; the Rev. Robert Trotter, and Dr Sanderson, the Master of Morpeth Grammar School. The two first-named gentlemen were free-thinkers; and my grandmother used often to pour out the vials of her wrath upon them, which they both took with much good humour."
• William Burdon (1764-1818) was the son of a Yorkshire squire, but inherited estates in Northumberland and Durham, including Hartford colliery, from his mother. She was a Wharton, hence the Wharton Arms in Burdon Terrace in Bedlington.
He attended the RGS, then Emmanuel College, Cambridge, of which he was elected a fellow. He later resigned, being unwilling to take holy orders, and in 1798 married and moved to Morpeth.
For a man of wealth with retired and scholarly tastes, Morpeth was ideal. He lived modestly, attended to his family, and wrote. His Materials for Thinking and Life and Character of Buonaparte came out at this time, as well as pamphlets on current affairs.
His wife died in 1806. He married again, had more children, built Hartford Hall, and spent the winters at his London house.
He was an atheist, and made little secret of it. In Materials for Thinking, he says: "I have very small hopes of living to see morality get rid of religion….religion reconciles some men to the evils of this world by the hopes of a better, and thus becomes the foe of morality."
No wonder Mrs Laws disagreed with him.
Clever as he was, however, Mr Burdon was also eccentric.
Robert says: "I had to take some medicine occasionally from Drs Sands and Howdon's shop to Mr Burdon's house, and upon every visit I saw him; and on my leaving he took out of his coat-pocket a wet sponge, and rubbed me all over, and likewise the chair on which I had sat for a few moments. This strange movement was kept up to drive away infection.
"Every one who brought anything into the house had to undergo the same process of supposed purification. Even casual visitors were treated in the same manner.
"What a strange notion for such an enlightened mind to entertain, so deeply imbued with absolute scepticism as to everything else that the world considered wise or useful."
• Dr Gray, by contrast: "had nothing eccentric about his social habits, but was a man of serious and reflective thought.
"A month after his first and only child, a son, was born, Mrs Gray left her husband, carrying this infant child with her. She never saw her husband more. She carefully nursed and educated her tender charge, who became....one of the most popular and distinguished theologians of his day.
"The first time he ever saw his father was when between 40 and 50 years old. He was then Dr Henry Gray.
"He came to Morpeth to preach in the Presbyterian Chapel there, and also to pay a visit to his aged parent, who then lived in a very humble tenement up a common yard, near the lower part of the town. On the Saturday before his son was to preach the old man called upon my grandmother, and asked her if she was going to hear what his foolish son was going to say tomorrow?"
Edward Gray (1745-1822) appears as a surgeon in the Universal British Directory of Morpeth for 1793.
He belonged to a land-owning family, the Greys of Milfield, was uncle to John Grey of Dilston, and great-uncle to Josephine Butler. Dr Blakey's spelling 'Gray', may be a mistake; the son, Henry, spelt it 'Grey'. He became a Doctor of Divinity, and hence was also Dr Grey.
Robert says: "I visited and breakfasted with Dr Henry Gray (sic) in Edinburgh more than once when in the midst of his controversy about the Letters of Anglicanus; and though I carefully avoided the slightest reference to his old father's social history, yet my mind was full of strange thoughts on the ups and downs of life."
Dr Grey was unusual amongst the Scots clergy, first for being English, and secondly because he delivered his sermons "with a refined and cultivated style not normally associated with evangelical clergymen." (ODNB).
The controversy Robert mentions was about the inclusion of the Apocrypha in the bibles of the Bible Society.


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