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captainhook 0.8.4
A collection of git commit hooks
Latest Version: 0.8.7
Git hook scripts
What is it
A set of configurable git hooks and checks.
Upon committing code, the pre-commit hook runs configured checks against the files to be committed and rejects the commit if any of the checks turned on fail.
Install using pip:
pip install captainhook
You can then install the hooks using:
captainhook install
from within any git repo, and the pre-commit hook will be installed.
Running without commiting
You can perform a run against all your code base using:
captainhook run
Setting Up
To turn a check on or off, create a tox.ini file in the base directory of your project with a captainhook section.
[captainhook] flake8=off pdb=off python3=on
flake8, pdb and python3 checks default to being on.
Checks can also be passed arguments from the config file. This is done with the following notation:
<check_name>=<status>;<string to be passed through>
Currently checks can only be passed a single argument and must do the parsing of that themselves.
flake8 obeys the configuration as per the flake8 docs but any path-related options will need to use wildcard patterns (e.g. exclude=*/migrations/* instead of exclude=migrations).
To avoid being checked at all, you can commit using the --no-verify flag:
git commit -a --no-verify
Currently supported checks are
- pdb: Checks to see if there are any uncommented import pdb; pdb.set_trace() statements in the code to be committed.
- flake8: Runs flake8 against the files that are set to be committed.
- python3: Checks to see if python files set to be committed are python3 compatible.
- isort: Checks to see if all import statements have been sorted correctly.
- grep: Runs the given grep command against the files in your commit.
- Takes a single argument; options which will be passed through to grep verbatim.
- Currently you can only specify a single grep command.
You only see output for checks that fail, otherwise silence.
Example output upon a rejected commit:
=============================================================================== Checking python3 =============================================================================== --- captainhook/pre_commit.py (original) +++ captainhook/pre_commit.py (refactored) @@ -66,7 +66,7 @@ "Check there are changes to stash" return bool(bash('git diff')) -print 'a' +print('a') =============================================================================== Checking flake8 =============================================================================== pre-commit.py:19:1: F401 'importlib' imported but unused pre-commit.py:128:1: E302 expected 2 blank lines, found 1 setup.py:25:80: E501 line too long (89 > 79 characters) =============================================================================== Rejecting commit ===============================================================================
You can add your own check to your git env quite easily.
Simply add a module to .git/hooks/checkers with a run() method defined.
The method should return the error string on faillure, or a False like object on success.
For example:
$ cat .git/hooks/checkers/mine.py DEFAULT = 'on' def run(): return "NOT A CHANCE"
This will block all commits if enabled.
A variable DEFAULT can be specified in the module and will be used to determine the check is assumed "on" or "off". This value is only used if tox.ini has not been used to override it. By default
I'm interested in hearing feedback - positive or negative - about this.
Please make yourself at home, create issues if you've got problems with existing behaviour, or suggestions for future improvements or anything else.
You can reach me on twitter @couperalex.
Running pre-commit.py on its own will by default create copies of the files to be committed which you probably don't want when testing a new check.
You can run the script against all your code base using:
python captainhook/pre_commit.py --all
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- Author: Alex Couper
- Home Page: https://github.com/alexcouper/captainhook
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This is a project for those of us who would like Geni to transition away from the old, proprietary Flash solution to modern, open standards like Canvas and SVG.
Please feel free to post anything interesting on the topic, but keep everything civil. Constructive criticism is good. Belly aching and name calling is not.
Please explain Who's on First. I have NO idea what you are talking about.
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10 killed in Kabul explosion
Kabul, May 25 (IANS) At least 10 people were killed and four others injured on Wednesday after a suicide bomber struck a bus carrying a local court employees in Afghanistan's capital Kabul.
"The attack occurred at 8.30 a.m. in Bagh-e-Dawood locality in the western outskirts of Kabul," a police official told Xinhua news agency.
Thebus was travelling to neighbouring Wardak province.
Najib Danish, a spokesperson of the interior ministry, confirmed the casualties.


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Clinical Practice of Ercp
Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangio Pancreatoraphy (ERCP) is a technique for the examination and intervention of diseases of the bile ducts and pancreas. This text aims to provide the radiologist, surgeon and pathologist with an illustrated introduction. Radiological and surgical techniques plus pathological appearances are presented here.
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Yesterday morning, I attended a brief press conference in which Lt. Gov David Paterson welcomed the reactivation of what he described as the long-dormant Domestic Violence Advisory Council, which works with the state Office for the Prevention of Domestic Violence.
The Advisory Council certainly is a worthwhile endeavor, but when Paterson mentioned that they haven't met in five years, I couldn't help but recall a favorite theme offered by former Gov. George Pataki, who made a habit of trashing the administration of his predessor, Mario Cuomo.
One of Pataki's favorite tropes was to refer to the "failed policies" of previous years.
Adding to sense of deja vu, Paterson then noted that as of two years ago, only 17 of 58 state agencies were in compliance with some rules to protect domestic violence victims.
Paterson noted that Spitzer has been beefing up these protections with measure such as a new law that makes it harder for domestic violence victims to tossed out of their homes.Â


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The 20FT container cabin is the most cost effective portable building to transport in the world. Using a shipping container means we can not only ship on road but rail and ship as-well. Normal tilt tray hire is approx $85 P/H and we can ship a 20FT container from Brisbane to Melbourne for $540.00.
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Officer was drunk, report alleges
Trial under way in arrest of cop parked on I-787
Updated 6:27 am, Wednesday, November 13, 2013
For more than 20 years, Thomas Johnson knew Brian Lutz as a fellow police officer in the Capital Region's close-knit law enforcement community.
But when Johnson encountered him on the morning of Dec. 11, 2010, while on routine patrol for Menands police, Lutz was slumped over in an SUV parked in a lane of Interstate 787. He was unconscious and appeared to be in a drunken stupor, Johnson testified on Tuesday.
Lutz, an Albany police officer, is on trial in Menands Village Court, charged with driving while intoxicated that morning while he was off duty. Lutz's attorney, David Brickman, says Lutz took pain medication and had a seizure, but was not drunk.
Johnson, who retired from the Menands village force in January, was the first witness called by Assistant District Attorney Mary Tanner-Richter.
Johnson testified that he saw a puddle of vomit outside Johnson's SUV, and that a door was open and interior lights were on. Johnson said he nudged Lutz to wake him up.
"He started saying my name, 'Tommy, Tommy,' " Johnson recalled. "I didn't recognize him. I go, 'Do I know you?' He goes, 'It's Lutzy. Lutzy. It's Brian Lutz, Tommy.' I look at him, I go 'Brian — you're in the road! You got to get off the road.' "
Johnson said he had to forcefully instruct Lutz to pull his vehicle off the highway.
Johnson testified that Lutz then drove away, nearly sideswiping the guardrail. He said he pursued Lutz onto Route 378 and into the parking lot of a Price Chopper supermarket.
"I would say at that time he appeared to be intoxicated," Johnson testified. He said Lutz told him he "had a few drinks" and the last one was about "an hour ago."
Johnson said he told a supervisor, Sgt. Gene Connors, that Lutz was an Albany police officer. He said the sergeant responded: "If he's intoxicated, we have to arrest him."
Johnson said Lutz repeatedly pleaded with him, asking him what he had done to deserve the arrest. He said it escalated at police headquarters, where Lutz was videotaped. The footage was shown Tuesday.
As Johnson typed, Lutz said: "Apparently, you don't know where I work or the effect, and you don't care."
Village Justice Lisa Anne Proskin has previously ruled field sobriety tests given to Lutz are unreliable and cannot be used as evidence at the trial. Johnson did testify that Lutz failed an alcohol breath test.
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A light rain and drizzle on October 17th had little effect on St. Raphael School setting a Guinness Book of World Record, albeit "unofficial", as 5,000 ping pong balls were released from a high atop Eilings Park and propelled down the narrow course into a funnel where the first 20 balls came up winners for the lucky ticket holders.
1st Place $1,500
2nd Place - $500
3rd Place, Flat Screen T.V.
The event proceeds, which netted approximately $12,000 and included donations from businesses outside the school community, went into a separate school fund to support capital, endowment, and the scholarship needs of the school.
A big thank you to the school's Development Committee who worked countless hours to ensure that the event went off as a big success.
Clay (Chair) & Sally Dickens, Mario & Theresa Coronado, Charlie & Michael Elbert, Lynette Naour, Dave & Liz Ruehlman, Kathy Koeper, Greg & Mary Anne Chambers, Shawn Walters, Tad & Linda Varesio, Pat & Tracy Pigatti, Matt Boeddeker, Steve Martin, Robert, Melanie, & Jeremy Zaida & Toby Fieldman
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Let's face it, audio animatronic figures are just a passing fad. Sure they look and move in realistic fashions, even so much as being able to appear to walk steps or be able to twirl a lasso, but it all comes at a high cost — literally and figuratively. They're expensive to design and create, require expensive maintenance and heavy and large platforms and have extremely limited mobility. And that's coming from one of the leaders in robotic development at Disney Research, Lanny Smoot. Smoot, Imagineer Gary Schnuckle and Timothy Caldwell are the driving forces behind a new patent application which seeks out the next generation of reliable, consistent, automated performances and they just might have found the answer for 2010 in technology whose origins have been traced as far back as 2000 B.C. — marionettes.
Now we aren't talking about marionettes in the traditional sense, because that just wouldn't be patent-worthy or (let's be honest) time-worthy. We are talking about bringing the traditional art form to a much larger scale. Life-size puppets attached to several strings, manipulating their every move on a full-size stage in front of a live audience. Up until now, the closest performances have come to being able to provide this form of entertainment is the Japanese art of Bunkaru in which the puppeteers wear all black to blend in with the background so that their large puppets appear to move on their own without any sort of human intervention – almost.
The patent application, titled 'Robotic Marionettes on Magnetically-Supported and Highly Mobile Puppeteer Platforms,' describes a system in which the life-size marionettes are attached to a device called the puppeteer vehicle. The puppeteer vehicle, in turn, is magnetically attached to the tender vehicle, the two of which being separated by a thin membrane of sorts, which essentially amounts to a physical ceiling to the set. The tender vehicle on top of the membrane/ceiling is programmed to move in specific positions (most likely controlled wirelessly) and drags the puppeteer vehicle with it via the magnetic connection. The puppeteer vehicle, in turn, contains all the mechanical elements to be able to manipulate the large puppets. In certain cases, such as the case of eye movement, robots can be installed on the puppet itself, providing some of the benefits of animatronics/robotics to the anti-technological puppet.
Applying the technology to the traditional art of marionette puppetry has an immediate two-fold benefit. Firstly, while the puppets might be able to walk (or fly) across a large stage with humans in control, they are limited in the Z axis. That is, they could never negotiate the difference between up stage and down stage. Because of the thin membrane which requires no strings to pass through it, the magnetic system would allow the puppets to walk towards and away from the audience. Second, and more importantly, the system allows for the puppets to approach and interact with each other without risking the puppets colliding and/or strings becoming entangled. Although robotic systems have been developed to manipulate the puppets, it's impossible to have multiple puppets move around each other because of the physical nature of the robotic arms themselves.
Sorry, Pinocchio, but you've had your fun.


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What does flagellin mean?
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The main protein in the flagella of bacteria
Flagellin is a globular protein that arranges itself in a hollow cylinder to form the filament in bacterial flagellum. It has a mass of about 30,000 to 60,000 daltons. Flagellin is the principal substituent of bacterial flagellum, and is present in large amounts on nearly all flagellated bacteria.
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A protein with a molecular weight of 40,000 isolated from bacterial flagella. At appropriate pH and salt concentration, three flagellin monomers can spontaneously reaggregate to form structures which appear identical to intact flagella.
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Laney's Jeff Ferrell called up by Detroit Tigers
The Detroit Tigers have called up former Laney High School baseball standout pitcher Jeff Ferrell.Ferrell, who was drafted by the Detroit in the 26th round of the 2010 MLB draft after one season atPitt Community College, will pitch out of bullpen.Ferrell gets the call up after just one appearance with Triple-A Toledo. While at Double-A Erie the 24-year-old posted a 1.67 ERA in 17 appearances and had 15 saves.Copyright 2015WECT.All rights reserved.
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October 16, 2008
Spears's 'Womanizer' Sets Chart Record
Britney Spears's new song "Womanizer" has set a record for biggest leap by going from No. 96 to No. 1 on the U.S. singles chart, Jive Records announced.
This is the first time a song has ever made a jump of this magnitude on Billboard's Hot 100 chart, the label said."Womanizer," which is also the No. 1 song on iTunes charts in Canada, France, Spain and Sweden, is the first single from Spears's album, "Circus," which is scheduled for worldwide release Dec. 2.
Coming in at No. 2 on this week's Billboard Hot 100 is T.I.'s "Whatever You Like," followed by his "Live Your Life" featuring Rihanna at No. 3, Pink's "So What" at No. 4 and Katy Perry's "Hot N Cold" at No. 5, Billboard.com reported Thursday.
Rounding out the top tier are Rihanna's "Disturbia" at No. 6, Kevin Rudolf's "Let It Rock" featuring Lil Wayne at No. 7, T-Pain's "Can't Believe It" featuring Lil Wayne at No. 8, Ne-Yo's "Miss Independent" at No. 9 and M.I.A.'s "Paper Planes" at No. 10.


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Gunshots fired close to Richmond High School on Friday night put an abrupt end to the school's homecoming dance and football game against the Kennedy Eagles.
Eight minutes were left in the game and the Eagles were up 16-6 when a gun was fired near 23rd and Maricopa, a stone's throw from school grounds. Police stationed at the school for the game responded immediately, but by the time they got to the scene, everyone had scattered, Lt. Michael Booker said. No one was hurt. No suspects were apprehended.
While police were securing the street outside the school, Booker said an altercation started in the bleachers. At that point, Booker made the decision to shut down the game and started evacuating spectators and both teams from the field — postponing either team's chance at snagging the second annual Greenwood Trophy.
"It's hooligans going crazy," said Jorge Diaz, a senior who plays for the Richmond Oilers. "They can't let us have this night and win this game."
Soon after the field was evacuated, police decided to stop the homecoming dance as well — a disappointment to the students who had just arrived, dressed up in their finest high heels and collared shirts. Students were held inside the gym until their parents arrived to escort them off school property.
The rivalry between the two schools had been in the air and a few scuffles had broken out earlier in the evening, distracting fans in the bleachers. There was no shortage of security at the game, with officers from the Richmond Police Department, Bay Area Peacekeepers, private security officers and probation officers stationed everywhere.
"Rival teams, you know, it's a North and South thing," Booker said just after halftime, before shots were fired. "Better to be prepared."
Booker said that before the game, police had received vague information indicating that they should be alert.
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Description: A fishing trip turns deadly when Ib becomes ill. When a strange doctor takes an interest in them; their lives and sanity are put at risk. Ib/Mad Father/Witch's House Crossover. One-sided Aya/Garry.
Warnings: Dark, Character Death, Attempted Suicide, Torture, AR Crossover, Crazy people are still crazy. If you don't like characters like Aya or Mary being the villain: don't read this. I am taking quite a few liberties here, but I in no way think this crossover is possible, being made by different people, it's just for FUN ~ !
AN: So, I'm really pleased with this story. There are still a couple of kinks that I'd like to iron out, but I think it's pretty good. Take this story with a grain of salt. A twisted, bitter, mad grain of salt.
It all started out as a simple, stupid idea.
A fishing trip. He'd just mentioned it one day. His father used to take him as a kid back in Japan, and he'd loved it. He said he'd take her. He shouldn't have, he realized later, knowing her parents would never agree. Not to him taking her, and especially not over night.
She latched on to the idea. He knew she wouldn't let it go. So when she called and said that her parents had finally agreed, he couldn't say he was surprised. He picked her up that Friday, all pack and off they went. When she said her parents were at work and handed him a list of emergency numbers, he didn't question it. He didn't figure on an old note for an old babysitter or exactly how bad she wanted to go on that trip(1). He just helped her in the car and drove off.
It's been a stupid idea.
… … … …
Ib's eyes grew wide as a massive tug on the end of her fishing line nearly took her right off the edge of the pier. Garry caught her arm startled, seeing her jerk.
"You got one!" He grinned excitedly, letting go as she scrambled to her feet, bracing herself and preparing to battle. "Do you need help?"
Ib shook her head, getting a better grip on the poll. The fish was strong, but it wasn't stronger then her. Gripping tight with the one hand, she reached for the reel and started spinning it as fast as she could. The fish fought against it's capture, tugging and yanking at the line. Garry watched eagerly, tossing her little words of advice.
Finally, with a grunt, Ib gave a vicious tug and the fish flew into the air, landing on the pier before her. Again, Ib's bright, red eyes widened to the size of saucers. The fish was a glimmering blue-green and about as big as Ib's head. Huge, considering how close they were to the shore.
Garry let out an impressed whistle. "Wow! That's the biggest one yet! Do you want a picture?"
Ib looked over at him, her expression still in shock at her amazing catch, before she nodded quickly.
Garry grabbed the flopping creature by it's mouth and unhooking it from the line, suppressing a shudder. Obviously, he didn't expect Ib to hold the fish by the mouth, even if she was more comfortable touching the fish then he was, so he had her stick out her arms and placed it in the crook.
"Careful not to squeeze it," he warned. "Or it'll slip away." She jumped when the cold fish scales brushed her arms. "Say cheese!"
Ib slapped on a big 'ol grin as he whipped out his disposable camera. The image through the lens made him laugh. There was Ib, pretty little rich girl all dressed up, holding her prize fish and sporting a cocky grin. He was definitely happy to be getting the memory on film.
"Did you get it?" She asked.
"Yeah, I think so."
Ib's expression immediately turned serious as she spun around and quickly tossing the fish back into the water. Flopping down on the pier, her bright eyes racked the murky water for movement.
"Is it ok?" She asked, solemnly.
Garry didn't know, but as he peered over the edge and determined that the fish wasn't going to re-surface belly-up, he nodded. "Yeah, there it goes, swimming away. It's just fine. What a great fish you caught."
Ib looked at him and her expression melted into joy. She jumped up, laughing, innocent, nothing or the strong, silent child from the long dark halls, or the composed, obedient daughter trapped under her parent's gaze. Around him, she was just a little kid.
He wondered sometimes, if he was the only one who got to see her that way. It made him feel more like an adult-
"That was the biggest fish I've ever seen, Garry!"
"Yeah! It was as big as a shark!"
-And a little more like a kid.
Ib made a face that made him laugh. "No it wasn't."
"Are you sure?"
"Yeah, sharks are even bigger then you are." She giggled at how obvious that was, but it was cut off by a quick cough that snuck out of her chest. Quickly she covered her mouth and another cough forced it's way out, followed by another. Something inside her lungs seemed to crackle and then she was coughing, hacking, gasping for air, still trying to keep her hand over her mouth.
Garry winced, kneeling down to pat her back. "I thought that cough was gone…" He muttered. She shook her head, trying to say she was fine, but having some difficulty. She had been coughing ever since they arrived. It had only been little coughs, with no fever or other symptoms, so he had just passed it off as some kind of allergy. But that wasn't an allergy cough and it was definitely getting worse.
Picking her, and the pail of fish he'd caught for dinner, up he brought them both back to their little camp. 'I'm just fine', she kept saying, until he pulled a thermometer out of the medical supplies and stuck it in her mouth.
Yep. She had a fever.
"Oh no…" He muttered under his breath. He should have checked before they'd left camp earlier. What if he'd made it worse. What if she'd gotten West Niels disease from the mosquitos? Or malaria!? Could you catch malaria in that area?!
"I'm not sick." Ib said firmly, not wanting her three day vacation to be cut off on Saturday afternoon. They'd already spent half the day driving on Friday. She didn't want to go! "It's just a cough! Nothing to worry about!"
"I'm fine!"
Garry sighed. He could see the determination in her eyes… and the feverish flush coming to her cheeks. He took her hand and knelt in front of her. "Ib. I know you want to stay, but if you sick I need to get you home so that you can rest. If I don't bring you back, your parent's will never let me take you out again. You wouldn't want that would you?"
Ib looked away from him nervously, which he mistook as sadness.
"I promise I'll bring you back another day, Ok?"
Ib looked at him with doubt and Garry pouted. "What? You don't trust me? I love fishing. We'll go lots of times."
Ib sighed sadly and Garry bit his lip, nervous by her change of behavior. "Come on. Why don't you sit down and relax? I'll get everything picked up." He hurried her into her little lounge chair and made quick work of cleaning everything up, pilling it into the car.
"Are we going to eat the fish?" Ib asked when he was done.
Garry felt nervous again, when he saw how flush her face had gotten. Her eyes were looking a little clouded and she looked tired. Whatever this was, it was coming on her fast.
"Well, I'll stick them in the cooler and bring them with us. I'll prepare them tomorrow, if you're feeling better." Of course, it looked like it wouldn't be long before all she would be handling was chicken broth.
She didn't say anything, just fell victim to another coughing fit. Garry waited it out. When it was done, she looked at him and said in a little voice, "I don't feel so good…"
Garry felt overwhelmed with parental instincts. "Oh, Honey…" He quickly got a blanket, wrapped her up and carried her to the car. "It's ok. Don't worry. Why don't you go to sleep and we'll be home before you know it." She nodded a little weakly as he buckled her in and made sure she was comfortable.
The fishing area they'd stayed at had been the secret spot of a friend-of-a-friend. A little lake up, out-of-the-way, with a gravel road over the mountain. Not even too the fishing spot, in fact, the instructions to getting to to this spot had included the words: "Drive exactly 14.8 miles then turn left and drive right across the field."
It hadn't been very encouraging, but he'd found it. And finding his way out wasn't difficult either, but he wasn't looking forward to the drive back, making poor Ib wait the whole way home. Oh, why did he pick such a far away spot? He lit a cigarette, then immediately put it out, thinking about her health. Now his nerves where going to get to him.
He was searching around for a child-friendly station to listen too, when Ib suddenly sat up.
"Pull over." He looked at her startled, and she covered her face, flushing green.
"Oh!-Ok!" He pulled over into the grass and Ib jumped out. Garry threw open his door and made it around the car just as she started to heave into the grass. "Oh…!"
It took a few minutes to get it out of her system, while Garry held back her hair, her nice sun hat, and rubbed her back. When she was finished he gave her plenty of water and waited until she said she was feeling better.
'Poor thing,' he thought. Maybe she had food poisoning? But he knew how to prepare raw fish and he hadn't let her eat any strange berries. He carried her back to the car and buckled her in, covering her with his coat, which always seemed to comfort her.
Meanwhile, Ib was feeling worse about messing up the fishing trip then she was about being sick. The water felt heavy in her stomach and swished around as the car moved. Garry had that overreacting panic written all over his face. She thought, for sure, she had ruined the whole trip.
She was dwelling on that thought when her body snapped against the seatbelt and the drivers outstretched arm, as Garry hit the break a little too hard.
"Sorry!" He said quickly, but distracted, making a quick and rather illegal U-turn. "Did you see what that sign said?"
A little ways back, there was a small dirt road, almost obscured by trees and bushes. Yet, nailed to a tree, was a wooded sign that said:
Doctor Drevis
Patients Welcome
… … … …
The little wooden cottage was quaint, surrounded by flowers and warm bright light. The air of the woods was clean and fresh, and everything felt beautiful. That luck they had to find a doctor all the way out there!
"What are we doing here?" Ib asked, wiggling in his arms until he put her down.
"I think this is it. Why don't' you wait here and I'll go check it out?" She nodded as he started forward.
Halfway to the door, he began to think logically. It was a mysterious cottage deep in the woods. It could just as well be a scary, crazy man with an ax? But what kind of crazy man would sure a sign saying he was a doctor? He stopped in front of the door. But that wasn't too bad a plan. They were there, right now. What did he know about how crazy ax-men think? What did he know about this Drevis guy? Was he even a real doctor? Really, how dumb was he; thinking about taking little Ib into some strange mans house in the woods without so much as letting anyone know where they were?
As worried as he was, he could wait until they got back to town. He could take her to a real doctor. He knew her parents would prefer it. And even if she didn't, he-
*Knock knock*
Garry squawked at the young girl who'd briskly walked passed him and banged on the door. "I-Ib! Hold on, I was just thinking maybe this isn't a great-"
"One moment!" Came a gentle voice from inside, cutting off his whisper. It was a women's voice, young probably. He wasn't filled with urge to grab his bold friend and bolt back to the car, anyways.
True to her work, a moment later the door opened slightly, revealing a beautiful women with eyes so blue they reflected the afternoon sky. Short black hair framed her honest face, and she looked at them almost surprised, but not cautious or uncomfortable, which was a reaction he was used to getting from girls.
"Hello." She said, her eyes moving between them slowly.
Garry blinked, still fearing the burly man with an ax he was no longer quite sure was inside, but much more relieved by this first impression. "H-Hi. Um, is Dr. Drevis here?"
She opened the door with a warm smile that made them both feel safe. "Yes, I'm the doctor. May I help you?"
"I'm sick." Ib piped up, her voice overlapping Garry as he asked, "You're the doctor?"
"Oh my," Dr. Drevis laughed, kneeling gentle before the girl, not seeming to care about her dress at all. She touched the girls forehead, looked into her eyes and checked her throat, eyes darkening concerned. "You are warm… I don't think it's too serious, but if it is…" She smiled, giving Garry a look that scared him. "…we wouldn't want anything to happen to this pretty girl."
Garry bit his lip. She thought it was something serious- damn it! It was Malaria! Fuck!
Dr. Drevis stood up and motioned inside with her arm. "I'm just an herbalist, so you should probably go to a proper doctor after this, but I know I have something for your fever. Would you like to come in?"
"Yes please." Ib said, walking right in. Garry, worried and not about to let her go followed along inside.
The inside of the little building was even more charming the the outside, with big windows and natural lighting. It felt open, with archways that made Garry feel comfortable.
"Is this your house?" He asked, looking around.
"Yes, my home and office." She motioned the the back, where he could see some tables and medical supplies. "Theres a couch in the living room. Please take a seat. Unless your sister wants you to come in."
Ib shook her head quickly, plenty brave enough for a medical exam (and old enough to know some involved getting undressed). Garry knew the same, although he felt a little strange about leaving her alone with the doctor.
"Well, no… that's ok. I'll wait right out here." Garry shifted. "I'm not actually her brother, so…"
Dr. Drevis looked between them. "Father?"
"No! Just-Just a friend."
The doctor nodded. "Come with me, Miss. What is your name?"
"Ib," she answered, following her into the back. Garry sat down on the couch as a curtain was pulled across the arch blocking his view.
… … … …
Dr. Drevis gave her a perfectly normal physical. Checked her pulse and breathing, but she seemed distracted; Preoccupied with more important thoughts, so Ib didn't ask her any questions.
Garry occasionally asked questions through the curtain, which the lady answered simply and Ib insisted she was fine.
Still, there was something strange about her. Ib couldn't tell, what it was. Something about the way she touched her face, or admired her hair. Maybe it was something about all the knifes along the back table, but Ib told herself that the nice lady was a doctor, and she was too old to be afraid of doctors.
Finally, Aya moved to the cabinet and pulled out a small case. "Alright, I'm going to treat your fever now. You aren't afraid of needles, are you?"
Ib straightened up proudly, despite being wearily from the sickness. "No. Not at all."
The doctor smiled and Ib flinched, for a second thinking the smile similar to the mad grin of a pleased painting.
"Let me see your arm Ib," the madness was gone and Ib relaxed, letting the doctor do her work. "and I promise you'll never get sick again."
What do you think? I'm sure not where anyone thought an Ib Mad Father crossover should go, but I hope you Like it. I can't wait to hear what other people think, as I am really, really pleased with this story.
The rest of the story is completely written, I just need to finish revising it, so the next chapter will come as soon as that's done.
(1) If anyone has a better idea as too how they got on this trip, I'm all ears. Note, my head canon is that neither of Ib's parents trust him. So, 'Ib convinces them' is not an option.


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MARIDR: I honestly don't know how 60 people would be able to fit at the gazebo, it isn't that much space for chairs?? I had 77 people and no way everyone could of fit.
I luckily never had to deal with the Miami office. I dealt with Theresa and then when they let her go I dealt directly with Miguelina! She was very responsive on any questions I had. I absolutely had so worries on my wedding day! I do not think you need to hire Theresa at all, I promise they will take care of everything for you!
Originally Posted by maridr2012
Hi, I did ask them about the setup at gazebo for approx 60 people and the answer they gave me left me unsatisfied...they said I would be able to sort out those details once I arrive and to a walk-thru with the on-site coordinator a few days before the wedding. But...looking at the pic that CDC provided a link for on their FB page, I'm okay with that setup and figure that's prob what we'll go with. It's very interesting to hear that the Romance coordinators in Miami aren't even employees of Paradisus - and you know what? It makes sense...because often when I ask them questions I get a slightly different answer each time, or they'll tell me they need to check with the resort on a price for something. Ummm...shouldn't they have all that info at their hands? Isn't that the reason we work with them in the first place, to have a single point of contact for all our questions?! Frustrating.
When I was there in December I met with Miguelina and she's really sweet and is very knowledgeable. I also am going to reach out to her for answers on some of my questions - it seems like she readily has answers available and doesnt try to upcharge every.single.thing.
Yes RSE did everything for us. They actually surprised us with the fireworks on our first dance and they even extended our reception about an hr because we got started late. They were so much fun and full of energy, you have absolutely NOTHING to worry about with them. We sent them a list that they could use and they used our list and added other songs. They were AWESOME!! I highly recommend RSE as a DJ!!!
Originally Posted by maridr2012
Hi Dee. I am uber excited to see your review on your wedding, congrats on becoming a Mrs! I'm especially excited to see your review because I also am using RSE for the same reasons as you, and I'd been nervous that they wouldnt be a great DJ - but question, how were they on introductions/MC announcements? Did they do that for you? I also am using HDC photography & videography and am pretty confident they'll do a great job.
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Oh Geek, that is my dream! I love the kitties.
And turtles, I love turtles too
Oh Geek, that is my dream! I love the kitties.
And turtles, I love turtles too
geekthegirl Oh what an adorable ocicat. They are such a pretty breed.
If' we're talking about the ones covered in chocolate then I love turtles too!Originally Posted by Glitternerfball
I'm trying to figure out how to make my kitty picture bigger. So I'll get my kitts on here soon enough.
Live simply ~ Love generously~ Care deeply~ Speak kindly
All you kittie people, have loved your posts and pictures. We used to have kitties when I was little, but I am so highly allergic to kitties now that I can't even be in the same room with one. My daughter has wanted a cat forever and we just can't have them. So I have enjoyed seeing all your kitties and hearing about them.
I have to share this kitty story that happened when I was about 9. My mom had back problems all her life and had had multiple surgeries on her back. One morning, she woke up and couldn't move her legs. She was laying on her tummy. She reached over to my dad in a panic and says: Help, I'm paralyed, I can't move my legs. He says: If you'd get that damn cat off your back, it might help.
We had a HUGE, HUGE male cat that liked to sleep with my mom. He had curled up on the lower part of her back and gone to sleep and had been there so long it put her legs to sleep.
Hopefully one day, they will find a way to treat my allergies and we can have a kitty. My dogs have never seen one, until last years hurricane's and we had friends stay with us and they brought their cat. The first meeting was the funniest thing. I wish I had videotaped it. My two little idiots had no idea WHO or WHAT this creature was in our guest room and they wouldn't get close, so they stretched their necks out. They looked like giraffe's they grew those necks out so far to try to sniff without actually getting close and the first hiss out of the cat and they were OUT of there!
They then spent the next 4 days laying in front of that shut door with their noses rammed in the crack.
Que me amat, amet et canem meum
(Who loves me will love my dog also)
As only cat lovers could know and understand....
Reality is the beginning...not the end....Wallace Stevens
So understandably funny Bbnbama
Just got Gracie on the Help/Try To Post Pictures thread. It took me forever. Probably because it's soooooo big. Check her out!Originally Posted by misskitty
Live simply ~ Love generously~ Care deeply~ Speak kindly
My new kitty Pumpkin and I are heading off to the vet this afternoon to get him checked out. He's doing just fine and the dogs are getting used to him. Last night he watched the Oscars from my lap for almost 2 hours, and with both dogs in the same room. Hopefully, today we can get an idea of how old he is and hope he doesn't have any other health troubles.
Cat lovers (I'm looking at you, Gabriel) - has anyone heard of Munchkin cats, and/or known anyone who has owned one? I came across them by accident online yesterday and I'm in love with them.
All my life, I have felt destiny tugging at my sleeve.~ Thursday Next
I don't want to "go with the flow". The flow just washes you down the drain. I want to fight the flow.- Henry Rollins
All this spiritual talk is great and everything...but at the end of the day, there's nothing like a pair of skinny jeans. - Jillian Michaels
I have two cats and both of them have been rescued from homes that didn't want them. My first cat her name is "Boo Boo."* Shes a calico and we got her from a house that sold drugs. When we went in there the house was filled with cats. The person picked her up and gave her to me to hold. As soon as I saw her I was hooked. When we brought her home she was real skiddish and the only person she would go near was me. She even slept with me which was nice because Massachusetts weather is real cold. After a while she got used to my hubby.
The second cat we have he's called "Buba"* and hes a reverse point siamese. His previous owner had a boy friend and the boy friend told her that she had a choice either get rid of the cat or quote "I'll have my dog eat it for a snack." end quote well she dropped him off at our apartment and they've been living somewhat happily ever after ever since.
* Cats names have been changed to protect the innocent.
There is only one happiness in life, to love and be loved- George Sand
I love kitty cats. Any kind of kitty cats.
Munchkins are cute but I really wonder about difficulties they may have just jumping up onto a bed, or a cat tree or the couch. I don't know anyone who has owned one. But anything white and fluffy that purrs gets my vote
BooBoo and Buba sound wonderful!Originally Posted by Shaybo
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Better person
My thoughts go out to you, my Immortal Beloved,
Now and then joyfully, then sadly, waiting to learn whether or not fate will hear me - I want to live in wholly with you for few months - Yes, I am resolved to wander so long away from you until I can fly to your arms and rest for few days and live my life in those few days by loving you completely.
I know I always apologise to you but then end up repeating the same mistakes.I dont regret bout my opinions on the matter am angry but I feel guilty when I realise that I behaved very rudely;specially after all this when you treat me in a very calm,composed,loved way.Well,I love you the way yoy are and I dont remember whether I have scolded you bout boozing but if I have am SORRY.As I always tell you,you smoke up,you booze,you shout at me,you drive your Maruti or fly an airbus,I LOVE YOU. You will be more contained since to know my fidelity to you. No one else can ever possess my heart - never - never - Oh God, why must one be parted from one whom one so loves. And yet my life in V is now a wretched life - Your love makes me at once the happiest and the unhappiest.
When I miss you,I smell your cap,it smells of the sweat in your hair,and it fills me up.
You make me want to be a better person.
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Lookout and communications centre (kinda redundant, but occasionally pick up the odd whack job yapping on about salvation this and salvation that...
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Jones and Statham Opening a 'Snatch' Bar
Professional big British dude Vinnie Jones is interested in opening a chain of British pubs with fellow Redcoat Jason Statham. In fact, they've been talking about it for some time but their schedules have never let them a lot of time to dig in. Says Jones with rounded vowels:
Jay has been working so much and so have I. The pubs will happen. We had a great spot right opposite the pier in Santa Monica. They just wanted too much rent. Me and Jay went to look at it and we had three other investors, all Brits.
The mates discussed calling their chain "The Snatch Bar," which would be a decidedly disappointing place to hold a bachelor party. Rather than naked skanks and coeds, the place would be crawling with Australians. **slide whistle sound as erection deflates**
This news will undoubtedly be a let down for 50 Cent, who has approached Jones about opening their own chain of English pubs. Jones however, was not interested. Either he felt it would work better in British hands or he and Fitty couldn't see eye-to-eye on the name "In Da Pub." (WENN)


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The Scoop: Demun Oyster Bar opens todayDecember 23rd 12:12pm, 2010
Seafood lovers have been anxiously awaiting the opening of Demun Oyster Bar and the day has finally arrived. Owner Alan Richman has finished construction at 740 Demun Ave., and the stylish art nouveau décor – plus a tightly focused food and drink menu – make this Clayton spot a must-visit destination.
The very impressive space features: reclaimed French tiles (circa 1880); custom-designed windows that will create a canopy for patio patrons come spring; a wall of mirrors – a collection of looking glasses of all shapes and sizes – that reflect the glow cast from numerous century-old lighting fixtures; a fabulous semi-circular, copper-paneled bar behind which sits a smaller semi-circular shucking station, the bent glass having been custom-designed by folks from Third Degree Glass Factory.
After you "ooh" and "aah" over the space, it's time to grab an oyster fork. Richman said he will usually have five types of oysters available from a rotating list of nine, though at last night's soft opening, only Olympia, Kumo and Shigoku were available. Oysters on the half-shell will generally run $3 to $3.50 per oyster, but you can find oysters any which way: fried, grilled or stuffed into a po' boy, along with other seafood offerings like steamed mussels and clams, pan-seared scallops or shrimp cocktail. Chef Je Kang, who has been working for Richman since the opening of Sasha's on Shaw, heads up the kitchen, and The Scoop agrees with St. Louis Magazine's George Mahe that Kang's oyster chowder was delightful; no skimping on meaty oysters.
On the drink side, patrons will find a wide selection – by the glass and bottle – of Champagne and sparkling, white or red wine. Bar manager and sommelier Chad George has also created a nice lineup of specialty cocktails, our fave being the winter-perfect sipper Crispin's Manuscript, a mix of rye whiskey, cherry liqueur, lemon and Crispin Brut cider.
Demun Oyster Bar opens today at 6 p.m., although regular hours of operation will be 5 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. daily. Yep, even Sundays and Mondays. In January, Richman plans to extend to lunch hours, opening at 11 a.m.
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tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21558474.post2719955502806794978..comments2016-10-16T19:42:10.986-04:00Comments on Her Bad Mother: (No) Money Changes EverythingHer Bad Motherhttp://email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-21558474.post-63280445902396859382009-06-05T10:57:58.291-04:002009-06-05T10:57:58.291-04:00Being thankful you have a roof over your head does...Being thankful you have a roof over your head doesn't mean you can't also feel a little down at having to try to explain to your daughter why things can't be exactly how we'd like them to. Thank you for posting. Sometimes I think we all suffer in silence, thinking others will think less of us if we admit to not having it all under control. I don't think that's true. I know that for me, personally, it sure helps knowing I'm not alone in trying to tighten the belt just a little bit more, and a little bit more, and praying daily that we can make ends meet just one more month.Lisahttps://firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-21558474.post-51418018782327458102009-06-04T23:57:44.212-04:002009-06-04T23:57:44.212-04:00My children's father divorced us all when the ...My children's father divorced us all when the kids were 4,5, and 7. It was up to me to provide everything for them after that. I never told them fairy tales--they all knew just how much money we had, what we had to pay with it, and if there was anything left after the bills were paid, they could have a treat. Even at 4, my youngest daughter understood the concept that there had to be money in the bank to pay the bills.

We all struggled through, they grew up knowing how to budget and how to save. They are in their 30's now. They learned early in life that not everyone can have everything they want. That if they save their money they can get something extra.

 I don't think it is shameful for kids to know you don't have enough. On the contrary, they need to know that sometimes you don't have enough. Knowing that prepares them for the real world much better than telling them that everything will be alright all the time.Karenhttps://firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-21558474.post-31546223340188352152009-06-01T17:05:13.035-04:002009-06-01T17:05:13.035-04:00We're there too. My husband was unemployed for 8 m...We're there too. My husband was unemployed for 8 months and is now going to work... but not making anything - commission is rough when there are no customers.

So... I am learning to cook inexpensive meals, making our own laundry soap, really enjoying the one Saturday a month when the grandparents come out and bring us a cooler full of food, doing without tv, sewing from my stash instead of buying new. It'll get better... but I'm hoping my new found frugality sticks around!chermonbliehttps://firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-21558474.post-75557989207212028422009-06-01T01:27:18.491-04:002009-06-01T01:27:18.491-04:00I'm another one who grew up without a whole lot of...I'm another one who grew up without a whole lot of money. We were what is called "house rich, cash poor". That meant thrift store clothes and powdered milk and no extra anything and so on. I went to a day camp one year but I suspect it was some freebie program for "those who qualified". We never went on vacations like other people did; just lots of camping. I started babysitting really early so I could buy my OWN thrift store clothes. It went on for YEARS.

But you know what? I'm actually proud of the person I've become because of those lean years. I have a very strong work ethic, I don't take money for granted, I'm resourceful, and I'm very aware of the difference between when you can't help your financial situation and when you're making bad choices. I don't see any shame in being in tough financial quarters; it just happens sometimes.

I know it's really hard. You're not only worrying about how to make it through, you're probably worrying about how it will affect Emilia emotionally. My advice is to try to be as matter of fact as possible about it with your daughter. I've been there and I can tell you the worry won't go away. But it seems to me that the shame gets all tied up with the self-worth of owning stuff and that's... just not a good path for kids to go down.

Emilia will be fine. And you'll feel better - still worried, but better - if you can drop the shame.

Peace.the weirdgirlhttp://firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-21558474.post-54683781785807442512009-05-31T22:04:58.851-04:002009-05-31T22:04:58.851-04:00While I did not have time tonight to read ever com...While I did not have time tonight to read ever comment, those that I did get to read made my night. I know that I am not alone, but being able to read stories of others who are in the same spot as my family is heartwarming.

Fifteen months ago, my husband got out of the military. We had thought and discussed long and hard before we made that desion. We knew that most likely we would not be able to make as much in the civilian world as we did in the military, as my husband wasn't able to get his degree while active duty. But ultimately our desire for him to be around more for our family won out on the desire to be better off financially. (While in the military he spent about 75% of the year away from home.)

However now that we are civilians, and out on our own, I miss many things that the military ment for us financially. For example, while I was never one to go out shopping all the time, I did enjoy being able to get something if I saw it and wanted it. Now I look at the thing that is on clearence, and think, I wish I had the money to get that.

We are keeping our head above water, but just bearly. But the thing is, I am learning to be content with less. And really, it hasn't been all that bad. I have enjoyed making eating at home all the time fun, and exciting. Spending more time playing games with the family at home, not going out to have fun and entertainment. It has been an adventure. And while I would welcome an increase in income, I know that we are going to be okay. I really believe that. And we just have to do the best with what has been provided to us at this time in our lives, and know that it won't always be this way.Booba Juicehttps://firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-21558474.post-37744166211265470502009-05-29T19:20:11.603-04:002009-05-29T19:20:11.603-04:00There's no shame in being scared or worrying, it's...There's no shame in being scared or worrying, it's natural. Mine is a bit flipflopped in that I was scared that I couldn't continue to take care of my family [parents] after the pending layoff.

Something like ten years ago, both of them went through periods after their businesses failed in which they couldn't hold a job for long, and then my mom's health went out the door, and I've supported them ever since. Hadn't ever struck me how completely dependent they were on me until my job loss was imminent. I still haven't even told them that I expect to be out of a job in a month because I'm determined to find another way to support them before they have to worry about it.

Wondering if you're going to be able to make ends meet when you're the sole provider(s) is completely nerve-wracking. But knowing that you can make it, once you get through, is one of the most blessed feelings you can have. And your daughter will learn, in some small way, to be self-sufficient, creative and resourceful for having this experience in her life, in her family.Revanchehttps://firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-21558474.post-9251691713748877762009-05-29T17:43:23.910-04:002009-05-29T17:43:23.910-04:00IF YOUR CURRENT SITUATION AS YOU DESCRIBED IT SCAR...IF YOUR CURRENT SITUATION AS YOU DESCRIBED IT SCARES YOU,I WILL PRAY FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY THAT YOU WILL NEVER BE WHERE SO MANY FAMILIES ARE. FORGET THE TRAILER IN THE FOREST,HOW ABOUT NO HOME AT email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-21558474.post-16369402192880060052009-05-27T23:18:32.969-04:002009-05-27T23:18:32.969-04:00I'm always a little late to the comment party on y...I'm always a little late to the comment party on your blog, sister. But here's my two pennies which may or may not have already been shared. I grew up poor, poor, poor. I couldn't have a proper haircut or new clothes or any extras for a long long time. When my brother and sister came along 7 and 9 years after me, my mother was bringing in a better income (my stepfather barely ever worked). As an adult, I don't ever think about being poor or not having had enough. It was plenty that I was loved. I appreciate having things now much much more than if all of it was just a given growing up. I learned sacrifice and I think it's an important, so so important lesson to pass onto your children. This will pass and all will be well but your kids will be better for it. Take the shame out of your game. You are awesome rich or poor.BabyonBoredhttps://firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-21558474.post-64492401204877675572009-05-27T15:35:12.790-04:002009-05-27T15:35:12.790-04:00I know it was hard to admit - but believe me, I ca...I know it was hard to admit - but believe me, I can honestly say "I feel your pain." My husband is an air craft mechanic. We have a 10 year old son. I work, but DH made substantially more that I do. Did you get that? MADE. As in, no longer makes. He was laid off in November. He was laid off right before our son's 10th birthday. Christmas and Birthday were already bought and paid for, or it would have been slim. But this year? Not so much. We are making it, but not without sacrifice. And as is always the case...insult can always be added to injury. In March I was diagnosed with breast cancer at the age of 40. I will be fine - double mastectomy, chemo and raidation required - but I will live. I am blessed with a wonderful job - I have short term disability and bosses that are willing to work with me. I can work from home, and I can work when I feel like it. So far, I have not missed one dime in my paycheck. I have great health insurance. But with an unemployed husband, the co-pays are a bitch.

All this while friends are able to spend money like its nothing. See, I have friends with money. Lots. Like, houses in NICE neighborhoods paid for in cash. Friends who love me, but raise an eyebrow while I try to explain I can't afford a trip to the beach. Or Costa Rica. Or the Bahamas.

So, basically, I say all of that to say this: You are not alone. You will provide the best way you know how. You will be the adult and your kids will be fine. There were probably times in our childhood that we dont remember (hopefully) when our parents struggled. But we are fine. And our kids will be fine, stronger in fact.Miss Know It Allhttps://firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-21558474.post-43756443855323419682009-05-27T13:28:35.353-04:002009-05-27T13:28:35.353-04:00I haven't started selling things just yet (that's ...I haven't started selling things just yet (that's on my TO-Do list: "learn how to sell on eBay or CraigsList" followed closely by "start going through crap and figuring out what we can live without") but I'm taking things back that I've purchased recently... mostly clothes and outfits for the baby girl, but also a few for me... and to top it off that I have no money, and because I have no money (vicious cycle) I've managed to max out both of my credit cards... which the hubs just found out... it didn't go over well... so I'm working full-time outside of the house, taking back purchases, trying to drum up work for my freelance business/side job, and looking for items that we can sell... and hubs - well, he's not only working full time, but picking up as much overtime as possible at the Sheriff's Department... which means seeing us less than the 2-3 days a week he sees us regularly...

We can't complain really because we both have jobs, we have our health and our beautiful baby girl... we have vehicles... but as far as having extra cash... we don't. and it's mostly my fault, of which I am ashamed... hubs works hard and puts money in our savings accounts, pays the majority of the bills, as well as the majority of the necessities around the house, and I... well, I work... and waste money on frivolous things... like outfits that are cute, but Emma won't wear until NEXT summer... shirts I might wear once or twice after buying them for a wedding... it's ridiculous....

so while I'm not on the exact same page as you are, I'm not feeling so proud of myself lately... especially since I had paid one credit card down quite a bit over the past year or so... then managed to put $1500 back on it in just over a month on things we didn't need... WOW. GREAT IDEA. or not. and now - my minimum payments are both RIDICULOUSLY high. GREAT IDEA #2. or not. so... working on that. and it's a definite work in progress...

thinking of you, sending good thoughts and prayers your way... it will get better, and it will be okay... some day... hopefully some day soon...Rhttps://email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-21558474.post-3802358701098080182009-05-26T22:16:27.265-04:002009-05-26T22:16:27.265-04:00I could have written this post myself! As a matte...I could have written this post myself! As a matter of fact, I just sold my kids' swingset. Of course, my kids are 3, 6, 10 and 11, so they clearly don't believe me when I say selling things is fun! One day, it will get better. At least I hope so.Carolhttps://firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-21558474.post-39953670418756840092009-05-25T17:26:26.212-04:002009-05-25T17:26:26.212-04:00A few years ago I really hit rock bottom and it se...A few years ago I really hit rock bottom and it seems to me now that that must have been my own private recession a little before the fact. The good news is that I am back on top now and can personally vouch for the fact that what doesn't kill you does make you stronger. You've gotta just hold on till its over and the thought of our children always makes us Moms 10 times stronger than we ever knew was possible. My blessings to all the other Moms out there in these difficult times xoxMother of the Groom Dresseshttp://firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-21558474.post-90895641334481672372009-05-25T16:10:05.250-04:002009-05-25T16:10:05.250-04:00I wrote my Eat Me post about this a couple of mont...I wrote my Eat Me post about this a couple of months ago, when I couldn't even afford a roast for a holiday dinner.
Freelance is tough; it's have or have not, and for us, last winter, it was have not.
The thing is, the kids had no idea. They are not yet consumers; don't expect gifts and treats when we walk into a store; are just as happy with a trip to the park as they are with a trip to Florida.

It's the adults that struggle through these times, and even if we know that things are not so desperate yet - that we will not lose our house; will still have something for dinner; will get through this - even still, it's a struggle.kgirlhttps://email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-21558474.post-76458870807449707702009-05-25T13:09:47.757-04:002009-05-25T13:09:47.757-04:00I remember going through this as a teenager (durin...I remember going through this as a teenager (during the last recession). All of a sudden we weren't going away - which was a BIG deal in my Forest Hill High School.... We couldn't buy clothes. And my dad was working all the time, trying to make ends meet. He was NOT happy, and my mother went back to work....

These days, there's a marked difference between my daughter's room (born 2005) and my son's (born 2007). She has the fancy furniture and dolls upon dolls. He has HER CRIB and only a change table, hardly any toys.

We are struggling, too. I've had to work my butt off and feel blessed to have a part-time job because my husband's job is completely unstable right now.

I feel grateful, actually, that my daughter isn't asking too many questions. I'm also grateful that she'll learn from a young age things cost money and that you can't have it all. I wasn't so lucky, and I had a very difficult adolescence as a result....

Most of us are, indeed, in the same boat as you are. It's scary. But, we have each other.... ((Hugs))Haley-Ohttps://email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-21558474.post-81646993345286765972009-05-24T14:36:18.185-04:002009-05-24T14:36:18.185-04:00In July of last year, my husband's business partne...In July of last year, my husband's business partner gambled the company money away. As a result, the company folded. He was out of a job until November, when he started working construction. That job was only temporary, as with the failing economy, there were no other contracts on the horizon. My husband looked, but was still not able to find another job. At the end of January, he was laid off, and not having been there 90 days, he did not qualify for unemployment. The company laid off just about all of its employees. Now, fast forward four months and he has had numerous interviews and still no decent job. A friend of ours got him a job as a barback in a nudie bar-he took it. It was money, an honest job and we have been able to survive. I have been working as well and we have learned to let go the unnecessary things-like cell phones, cable and fast food. Even convenience foods, which means I cook a whole lot. I felt ashamed that my children had to go through this as I was the adult and Mike and I were not able to provide. They really surprised me. At Christmas, they only got a few things and funny, was that everything they did receive, they played with and appreciated. They understand why we can't go to the movies or out to dinner because we explained to them about paying your bills and needing to have electricity, water and so forth. We had yard sales and sold stuff, theirs and ours, and kids, well, if your are honest with them, they are pretty resilient.
It will be okay. You know that. It sucks royally and the fear just hangs there. BUT you just keep on keepin' on and it will get better. You are not alone as many of us are struggling. And as corny as it is, you do have each other. And really, that is the most important thing. This is your "check" because you are rich in the things that matter. ((Hugs))Mrs.Chattypantshttps://email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-21558474.post-69427882038613230582009-05-24T11:18:11.734-04:002009-05-24T11:18:11.734-04:00p.s. do you have skype? we use the video chat and...p.s. do you have skype? we use the video chat and my son LOOOOVES "visiting" my parents and my sister on the computer. it's FREEEEE if you're both using skype :-)Aprilhttps://email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-21558474.post-65464965672038491612009-05-23T23:22:37.780-04:002009-05-23T23:22:37.780-04:00Thank you for this post, I needed it. I've read th...Thank you for this post, I needed it. I've read through all the comments, and unfortunately I can honestly say that out of everybody, I am in the worst position of all.
:-(

We had to do IVF to get our babes, and I was in such a depression over it we literally used the last of our money to do this. Thank God, it worked and I have beautiful twins for whom I am endlessly grateful. My husband had a huge contract which would have enabled us to buy a house (free and clear) which fell apart two months into my pregnancy. We were left with nothing, and we had to move in with my parents. A year later, we are still here.

My husband CANNOT find work, and believe me, he has looked. His industry has been very hard hit. We have ended up over 20,000 in debt despite moving in with the folks.

It is a horrible situation, and though there are days I can cope and feel that things must, and will get better there are days, like today, where I am desperately anxious, depressed, fearful, and yes, angry. Angry that my husband can't support his family. Angry and I can't support my family. Hideously, horribly, ashamed, and so, so fearful.

The only thing that keeps me afloat are my babes who are the light of my life, but I feel that perhaps I was wrong to bring them into this world when I can't provide for them. Meanwhile, my marriage is suffering. My husband's self-esteem is gone, and I'm afraid I can't even try to prop it up anymore.

When I hear of other friends and family who are doing well I literally feel sick. I wish I were a better person but I'm not.

A couple of years ago I would never have believed this could happen. I had a fantastic apartment, beautiful things, was flying around the world on beautiful vacations. If I had a clue that this was even possible I would have saved, scrimped, but I never thought it would be. Lesson learned. Now if we could just find a way email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-21558474.post-63369415897925640352009-05-23T11:27:07.556-04:002009-05-23T11:27:07.556-04:00My husband and I are highly educated and yet, we c...My husband and I are highly educated and yet, we choose to survive on one starting teacher's salary of 40,000 a year. I stay home with our two-year-old son. We live in a cozy two-bedroom apartment in the Junction and we couldn't be happier. I don't know how people view us from the outside but I can only imagine that they either feel sorry for us, or marvel at the tremendous waste of money-making potential. Our peers are all doing brilliantly by society's standards, with large homes, two cars, and trips to Disney World with the kiddies. To us, having such mega-responsibilities such as mortgage and car payments, insurmountable credit card debt, and endless bills to pay would be like living with a giant noose around the neck.

Scaling back and keeping it simple has been the key to our happiness and stress-free way of life. And believe it or not, these do not feel like sacrifices to us. (It's all in your attitude!) We choose to rent, bike to work, and for-go frills like cable t.v., expensive blackberries, and impulse shoe purchases. We are not mowing the lawn on Saturdays, nor are we blowing snow in the winter. We find that living this way has freed up so much of our time. We still have enough money to take trips and eat well because we have simply shifted our priorities.

This lifestyle was a conscious choice for us, but many people do not have the luxury of choosing. I think the reason why we don't worry is that like you and your husband, we are equipped with an education. We know that we have transferable skills and can always find work.

I don't really have any advice for you, other than to let you know that change can be amazing. Embracing the unknown can be liberating, and cultivating a comfort with risk has many many payoffs. And you're absolutely right; it may be trite but you always have each other. And that's the most important thing. And money--well, easy come, easy go.Frugal Rockhttps://email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-21558474.post-89843464845563172192009-05-23T01:38:25.528-04:002009-05-23T01:38:25.528-04:00My son isn't old enough to notice yet. But it's to...My son isn't old enough to notice yet. But it's tough. So tough. My income dropped more than 50% last year when I went freelance so I could stay home with my son. I had a REALLY good job at a university. And I gave that up. I question that when I look at our finances and we struggle to keep our bills paid (especially health insurance!). I keep thinking that we should have saved more, spent less when I had the good-paying job. Yet we didn't. And now our lives are tougher because of it.

I just have to keep working to build my freelance writing so it will cover our bills better. My husband's industry is hurting from the economy as well. He can only get so many hours right now.

So yeah, I get some of what you're saying. Trying so hard not to beat myself up over the choices I've (we've) made that put us in this situation. And hoping it will pass. Soon.beckyhttp://email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-21558474.post-60952169430783348212009-05-23T01:23:26.601-04:002009-05-23T01:23:26.601-04:00I grew up in a family with the same financial fear...I grew up in a family with the same financial fears and worries. You're doing the right thing. Give her age appropriate answers and keep the hope. This will not break her, nor you. I understand the fear and the shame, I watched my mom go through the same. But we made it. You will too.May-Bhttps://firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-21558474.post-4250768315554346962009-05-22T23:49:23.032-04:002009-05-22T23:49:23.032-04:00Like all 100+ other people on here, I'll state tha...Like all 100+ other people on here, I'll state that you are definitely not alone. We've been trying to figure out ways to cut expenses with a minimal impact on our 5 and 2 year old sons. The good news is that, in doing so, we're also becoming more active members of our community.

For instance, instead of spending $30 on movie tickets and another $20+ on overpriced popcorn and drinks, we've started taking them to local high school musicals like Beauty and the Beast and the Music Man. Admission for them is free, for us is $10 or less (hubs usually just stays home). Students sell cookies for $1 at the intermission and the 2 year old is just as happy with water from the water fountain as he is with a bottle of water or a box juice. (It's more fun, afterall.)

I've NEVER said no to them when they asked for a book, as I want to instill a love of reading. But we just can't afford to buy them books all the time, so I took my 5 year old to the local library to get his own library card. In addition to getting him access to more books than we would ever buy him, the library is a free activity with a reading area and quiet time toys where he can just hang out.

We're also fortunate to live in a city with tons of great local parks. So our big weekend outing might just be a drive across town to a playground they've never been to. It's as good to them as going on a vacation.

I recognize that some of these are simple solutions but I'm with you, I'm trying to minimize the impact on the kids during this time. Thanks for having the courage to acknowledge the fear and anxiety that so many of us are feeling.

I also wholeheartedly endorse what the anonymous commenter above said about continuing with charity, even during hard economic times. Even though this is newer territory for us, it's not for many many other people. Not only have we been trying to give a little each month to charities, I think it's important that my kids learn that other children have it much harder than they do. So we've been making sure to talk to our 5 year old about why he needs to give his toys and clothes (and sometimes money) to other kids who don't have access to it. We will all get through this, together.lifebehindthecurvehttp://firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-21558474.post-54846522288024295262009-05-22T17:17:04.792-04:002009-05-22T17:17:04.792-04:00What I find most interesting about this entire thr...What I find most interesting about this entire thread is how kind and compassionate people are being towards you, Catherine. A year ago, before we all were struggling, you might have gotten a few kind people commiserating with you and a lot more telling you to buck up and stop whining. Life has changed that much for so many of us over the past year.

For me, this is how I live every single day, and have for years. We are poor. There is nothing more to say about it. We run out of food before the end of the month. My kids can't have things like yearbooks ($100) and tickets to the movies. We buy nothing. Craig and Ebay have been great friends to us over the years, but we have little left to sell. Poverty sucks, and it is very hard deal with month after month, year after year.

You know that your situation will eventually improve. Maybe you'll have to get a job, maybe your husband's employment options will improve over time. Maybe you'll find you like living a leaner life, or maybe you'll be so happy to have money you'll spend it on treats for your family. Whatever you do, you'll always remember this lean time as a learning experience.

For the poor amongst us, it isn't temporary, it's forever. So no matter how tight your money is, I hope each and every commenter donates a little something to a charity, a food bank, or some program that helps alleviate poverty. That's one very positive thing we all can email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-21558474.post-31482976631362971032009-05-22T15:25:08.783-04:002009-05-22T15:25:08.783-04:00We are struggling too, and it's terrifying. My...We are struggling too, and it's terrifying. My husband works off commission and I desperately want to rip my kids (ages 1 & 2) and stay home for a year or so. I like to think the kids are too young to notice any change, but it's still tough to not be able to go just do all the things we want to or buy the things we really should buy (like windowshades to replace broken ones).
Oh yeah, you wanted something helpful. I think the only thing that's keeping us sane is being able to reach out to friends for help. We swap child care and blog links and shopping tips. And it doesn't hurt to remind ppl we have a pool when we need a hand with something.
For the past several months, I've noticed a lot of people going into survival mode and destroy relationships. I'm trying to make a point to help others whenever it's feasible for me and hope that the karma will come back.
Hang in there!Debhttps://email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-21558474.post-71244000093266594612009-05-22T15:11:22.247-04:002009-05-22T15:11:22.247-04:00I don't want to offend anyone with my post, but I ...I don't want to offend anyone with my post, but I actually feel shame for the opposite reason. Between the two of us, my husband and I are doing quite well and are financially secure, while both my sisters' families are struggling, and my brother is about to get married and is facing enormous credit card debt (of his own making, but still). Even worse, my plan is to start trying for a family next fall, buy a house, and then quit my job. There's a possibility I'll be able to pick up part-time freelance work, but nowhere near what I make now. My job is soul-sucking, and while I'm grateful for the paycheck, I'm not grateful to have that particular job (and no other viable options where I live), no matter how many people tell me I should be. I feel like I'm jinxing myself just saying that out loud, but there it is.

I feel horribly guilty for planning for a future that will be more tight financially than what we have now, especially when so many people are struggling involuntarily. But I know I will feel even worse if I have to return to my job once a kid comes along, and I don't want to wait much longer to start our family. I feel like I'm tempting fate to hit us with a job loss or other catastrophe by even thinking about it. "What if we can't do it?" keeps me up at email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-21558474.post-57165769125110489762009-05-22T11:46:23.582-04:002009-05-22T11:46:23.582-04:00I can't bring myself to read all of the comments b...I can't bring myself to read all of the comments because that would mean having to think about this for longer than I can let myself right now.
My husband lost his job. I still have mine, but we CANNOT pay the mortgage, the bills, without his job- no matter how tight we tighten our belts.
I am just trying not to show my sons (3 years and 5 months) how scared I am. Of course they feel it- how could they not? the tension, the bickering, the panicked look in my eyes sometimes... but they don't KNOW.
The fear is real, not because of ego, but because there is no job to apply for. and my mother calls once a week... "So, how is the job hunt going?"
I can't think about it anymore.rella12https://firstname.lastname@example.com


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Booking is now open for the Songs of the Somme, the London English Song Festival's 2016 project. William is Artistic Director of the LESF and will be playing for all the performances.


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TAMPA, Fla . -- It's a fact.
"I don't know. I don't think it will be as bad as the Bush years," says Zack McMackin, who was visiting Ybor City.
Everyone woke up Wednesday morning.
"I'm very happy," says Rick Matvey, who lives in Pinellas County.
Feeling something.
"I'm pretty upset to be honest," says Alice Cecil, a member of LGBTQ community.
Of course, this morning.
"We're doing alright," says Hassan Shibly, chief executive director of CAIR Florida.
You're feelings.
"It is troubling that Americans voted for someone who made such comments against women, Muslims, minorities," says Shibly.
Reflect a decision decided last night.
On our Facebook page, comments varied from, "Cried myself out' to "I'm so excited."
Voters send in voting selfies
10News WTSP political expert Lars Hafner says he's not shocked by the varied feelings.
"That's exactly right because we see America as a divided nation. (Hillary) Clinton won the popular vote and Trump won the electoral college," says Hafner.
"The winning side euphoric. The losing side is feeling defeated and that's the way the nation feels today. They wake up knowing new leadership but with Donald Trump we don't know what to expect," says Hafner.
So many people are all feeling differently, but we can all agree with how one person responded, when asked how he was doing, he said: "Today is Wednesday and tomorrow will be Thursday."


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The win for East Union (7-2, 12-7 overall) sets up a big Valley Oak League showdown with undefeated Sonora Thursday at home.
Alison Telles led the way with 15 points, Kelsey Emerson chipped in eight and Kristen Piasecki added six.
Sonora 33, Sierra 18At Sierra, the host Timberwolves struggled to keep their composure on the offensive end where they committed 31 turnovers.
Kelly Paredes and Alison Armstrong had six points apiece, and Onyx Malone pulled down five rebounds.
Freshman girlsCERES — Alyssa Gonigan poured in 12 points, and Alex Scopas contributed eight to help East Union improve to 8-1 in the VOL and 18-2 overall.
East Union 33, Ceres 20
East Union 33, Ceres 20
Sonora 35, Sierra 19
Asia Cortez accounted for most of Sierra's offense with 12 points in the loss.
Brenda Padilla ripped down 13 rebounds and picked up seven steals to go with four points. Valerie Nester turned in three points and 11 boards.
Cassidy Knowles scored 12 points to lead Sonora.
— Jonamar Jacinto