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Hi, my name is Maria and I'm naturally impatient. I've always hated waiting for things. When I'm at a restaurant I hate waiting for my food. When I'm training for a race, I get frustrated by how long it takes me to be ready/strong/fast enough for it. When I have a fun outing planned, I swear it seems to take forever to get here. I hate sitting in Nashville traffic, why do the cars go so slow? Why does it take me so long to get to my destination?! Geez!
Some days I can feel like I spend most of my days waiting, waiting instead of living. There was something I remember reading a few years back and it basically said, "Stop waiting for Friday, stop waiting to fall in love, stop waiting for summer, stop waiting to be happy and choose to be happy now!"
I remember sitting with that, taking it to heart and to prayer and realizing we can literally spend our entire lives in a perpetual state of just "waiting" for those things we want. Not that it's a bad thing to have goals, hopes, dreams, desires etc. Those are all really good things actually. But we can get so wrapped up in waiting that we stop LIVING! We can be so focused on the goal, the dream, the desire, that we stop enjoying or noticing the beauty of the journey.
Brothers and sisters, WE WERE MADE TO LIVE! I don't have the words to express how deeply I believe that. We were made to live, right here and right now, this moment. We were made to dive into it, to live it with our whole hearts, to be truly present.
I also don't have the words to adequately express what a struggle it is for me to do that! Ha! You guys thought this blog meant I had it down now, huh? Well I don't. I'm a very goal focused person. There are things in my life that I really want and I work really hard for. But there are also things that I can't control and that's actually a really beautiful thing, because the beauty is really in the journey. It's in the process of who we become as we go through this life, as God's plan in our lives unfold.
The girls and I talk a lot about our vocations, our desires, how we all really want to enter into marriage, into motherhood, yet, one of the reasons we began this ministry (along with the fact that we felt the Lord wanted us to) was that we didn't want to spend our whole lives just waiting for something that we hoped and prayed would happen. Because the moments we have right now are valuable, they are precious gifts from God.
Not only that, but the trend of always waiting instead of living seems to happen throughout our lives. As children we are usually waiting to be grown ups. Then in high school we are waiting to graduate, to pick a college. After college we are waiting and working towards that dream job we hope to have, or waiting for the right guy/girl to marry. After marriage, so often we are waiting to have a child, then waiting for the child to be out of diapers, to grow up, to be out of the house...we get in this perpetual state of always looking ahead instead of being present in the here and now.
I share all of this because we are all in it together. Of course, you might be one of the rare ones who don't struggle with this and if so, please share your secrets!
I for one, am just as guilty as anyone in getting into the waiting mode rather than the living mode. So this is my challenge to us-- let's start entering into the moments we are in right now. Yes, hoping and praying for those goals, hopes, dreams and desires, but truly entering into the journey. Let's be present in the moment with our whole hearts!
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Review: Es Mares, Formentera | Daily Telegraph
Published by telegraph.co.uk, October 2016
"Es Marès is one of Formentera's premier hotels, a four-star, family-run affair that takes its design cue from the dusty, salty essence of the island's surroundings. With a prime central location and lavish on-site spa, it's the ideal base for exploring Formentera."
Set in the heart of Sant Fransesc, one of Formentera's most bustling destinations (you can count these on one hand thanks to the island's distinctly laid-back vibe). Es Marès blends in seamlessly with adjacent buildings; with an unassuming, authentic façade, it's easy to wander past unaware.
The town itself is full of alluring charm, with lantern-lit streets that empty come midnight, and a handful of upmarket restaurants filled with affable residents. It's a five-minute drive to reach Sant Fransesc from La Savina, Formentera's primary port, which in turn is a 30-minute ferry ride from Ibiza. The island's heavenly beaches can all be reached within 10 minutes by car.
Style & character
Named after the sandstone that gives Formentera's coastline its rugged contour, and served as a primary source of trade hundreds of years ago, Es Marès is an unashamed ode to the ocean. Décor is minimal to say the least, but flashes of flair come in the form of sandy hues adorned with driftwood mirrors and seashells - there's an undeniable elegance amplified in the less-is-more approach to decoration, and an air of serenity that comes as a result.
Service & facilities
There's an intimate but luxurious spa on site that's run via a booking system to avoid overcrowding. Here, you'll find a sauna and steam room, plunge pool and heated lounge beds, with an extensive list of treatments available. There's a small outdoor pool area, and a restaurant that's open to locals as well as guests. Staff members are always smiling.
Taking inspiration from the pared back approach to life of Formentera's residents, the rooms at Es Marès are simple in nature. Think neutral colours and minimal decoration, with unfussy furniture. Again, there are some nods to a life at sea with sandblasted wooden surfaces, but on the whole, it's a fairly plain affair. Beds are enormous, and the ideal remedy to sleeping alongside a restless partner. Beach towels are supplied, a nice touch with so many to explore on your doorstep.
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Cold cuts, cereal, pastries and eggs à la carte are available at breakfast. You can indulge in a morning mimosa thanks to the supply of champagne and fresh orange juice, and there's coffee to kickstart your day too. The adjoining restaurant is much-loved locally, in part thanks to its first-rate location on the town square, but also because of its excellent Mediterranean cuisine. The terrace café is a great place to grab an early evening cocktail.


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Tori & Chris | New Hampshire Vintage Wedding | Bedford Village Inn/
Day two of a double header weekend, we hauled Lucy down to Bedford, New Hampshire for Chris and Tori's wedding. The wedding was held at the Bedford Village Inn, a very cute venue, with all that New England charm. We arrived and set up shop near the back patio, which was lit with lanterns and a fire pit. After the ceremony and the newly weds had made their vows, the celebration began with your traditional cocktail hours. Guests came in and out capturing their evening, with or without props, just to document their evening and to contribute to the scrap book. The guests would receive a strip for themselves and one for the scrap book, where they could sign their name or leave a message for the bride and groom. The camper echoed with laughter and everyone left with a larger smile on their face. It brings much joy to give people such a youthful experience in it's simplest form. Who doesn't love dressing up in costumes and acting silly. It's those simple things that can bring such happiness. Thanks Tori and Chris for having us to your wedding, and we wish you all the best.
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Deposterona is actually a very interesting compound as far as testosterone blends go. It's produced by Ft. Dodge, which has a good reputation for quality. I think I'm going to go against the grain here (shocking, huh?) and say that this is the only testosterone I would have absolutely no problem recommending to women. A quick look at Deposterona's low concentration will show us why:
Testosterone Acetate: 12mgsSo what we basically have with Deposterona is a blend of short and long esters, in a very low concentration. I'll go out on a limb and say that your average athlete won't be thrilled with shooting a bottle of Deposterona per week. See, it comes packaged as a 10ml vial, in boxes of 12, and you can even buy a case of a "dozen dozen" (a dozen boxes with a dozen 10ml vials each) aka a gross (144 bottles). This is a great buy, as you're getting it for way less than a grand, and its quite a bit of testosterone. The problem is that you need to shoot a bottle of Deposterona per week to get a nice dose of it, but it's not too bad if you are using something like Tren A or Masteron with it (and need to shoot frequently anyway).
Testosterone Valerate: 12mgs
Testosterone Undecanoate: 36mgs
(For a total of 60mgs of testosterone per ml)
A novel use of Deposterona may be for a 1x a week (or even every other week) injection for female athletes daring enough to try testosterone, or even for use in diluting painful underground gear. I can imagine that using this with Andropen275 or T400 may be a very viable route for those wishing to ease the pain of those shots and perhaps create some kind of Frankenstein's monster blend of testosterone esters within your syringe.
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Formula (base): C27 H40 O3
Formula Esters
Acetate: C2 H4 O2
Valerate; C5 H10 O2
Undecanoate: C11 H22 O2
Molecular Weight(base): 288.429
Molecular Weight Esters
Acetate: 60.0524
Undecanoate: 186.2936
Melting Point (base): 155C
Manufacturer: Ft. Dodge
Effective Dose (Men): 400-600mgs/week
Active life: 15-16 days
Detection Time: Up to 3 months
Anabolic/Androgenic ratio: 100:100
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I vote regularly. I used to believe that was enough. I have never been personally involved in a political campaign. This time, it is not enough. I believe the mayoral race in Ferndale is crucial to all this year. Jon Mutchler is the candidate I believe will look out for all. I am an unabashed Democrat. Jon has never made any declaration of party preference, as it should be. Jon's actions have been non-partisan. He looks out for all. I believe people who say he is beholden to special interests are wrong. Campaign contributions were made by Ferndale families and small businesses hoping to have someone who will listen to them and protect their quality of life. I've witnessed what I believe to be the absolute lack of regard for that from his opponent. Watson voted against the others to raze our neighborhood park— a place where kids play daily and overworked adults take a breath.
Jon was the only one to alert us to the pending destruction of our park, personally delivering a letter before it was sold to developers for fast cash. Council hadn't properly funded another project, and I believe looked for a quick fix. We rallied. Watson was the only one to still vote for destruction. Hard to swallow that someone I believe so callous could have such influence over our lives. Jon Mutchler cares for all and has decades of experience. I ask you to vote for Jon.
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How we deal with the positivity and negativity is what makes us.
Your decisions are always going to be touched by your emotions and that is natural. It happens to all of us. We cannot fully control emotions otherwise we would be classed as being robots. If we could lose emotions then where would be the greatness in our lives?
An example we all face
When you get up in the morning and you look out of the window and see sunshine. How do you feel? Most would feel good and want to see the world. What about if you get up in the morning and it's cold, windy and raining? Would you want to go out and go to work or school?
Most often enough the environment changes our moods. For myself when I look out of the window in the morning and I either see rain, cloud, fog or it's very windy and cold, then doesn't affect how my day will be. To some this may seem strange but the environment is a natural occurrence.
To appreciate the environment as is I find this is a special thing. I'm shocked at people's reaction sometimes when they say it's a rainy day in their day is over. Some people cannot deal with bad weather. I would see the rain as a beautiful thing. Think of the positives in it and an example would be plants would then grow and the roads would become cleaner.
In that example the weather is something that happens and it is something that is uncontrollable but we seem to believe that it should be. Our lives go on with or without the weather, naturally, as it's just an inconvenience.
If it rains too much one day, then that should not affect your judgment and should not affect your emotions to the point of being almost depressed. Your emotions are there and you should be grateful that they are. But the problem is the level of emotion could become too negative in whatever situation.
So how do we stop being so negative in the face of a harder situation? Well we need to keep on attaching positive elements to the states that are in front of us. If you look at something in front of you that has chance of being negative, but you look for the positives in there, then the situation becomes nicer. Isn't that a better a picture to have?
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Things exist in our worlds that can be changed to a more positive outlook. I'm making positive changes too. I for one want to create positive and a clear environment and I think clarity is actually quite important part in this. If whatever you do hasn't got clarity then how can the judgment be chosen correctly?


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AMERICAN fashion label Abercrombie & Fitch (A&F) may be on the hunt for eye candy to man its stores, but for most firms here, it seems that looks are not everything.
Recruitment experts said job-seekers are seldom hired based solely on their physical appearance.
Even when companies do factor in beauty, they will avoid saying so explicitly in their advertisements, preferring to use terms like 'pleasant' and 'energetic'.
The firm has a history of hiring good-looking front-liners to fit its preppy all-American image and to drive sales. In March, its spokesman reportedly promised the same for its store here.
This policy has attracted controversy abroad, with some accusing A&F of discrimination.
In 2009, an employee with a prosthetic arm won an £8,000 payout for unlawful harassment after she was forced to work in the stockroom at a London branch.
Human resources experts told The Straits Times that while it is rare for firms to hire based on looks, they may implicitly be required for front-line sales jobs - especially in industries such as retail.
The purpose is usually to project a certain brand image, said Mr Josh Goh, assistant director of corporate services for recruitment firm The GMP Group.
When asked if such requirements hint at discrimination, he said it would depend on the position of the company:
'They must ensure such hiring requirements are clearly explained and justified. However, if they have a diverse group of staff in various positions, including back-end positions, they may not be considered discriminatory.'
Mr Edmund Seng, managing partner of human resources consultancy HRM3 Asia, feels it boils down to the job scope.
'If the job requires it, say, for models or air stewardesses, where looks matter, then I wouldn't call it discriminatory. But if it's for a job where the employee does not have any public exposure, then it would be considered discrimination.'
Employers told The Straits Times that they do not deliberately seek out staff blessed with good looks but rather those who are able to represent their brands and connect with their clientele.
'Our products are generally very bright and sporty, so this group of people will naturally be attracted to our products and brand,' said Mr Chua Shenzi, director of local fashion chain NewUrbanMale, which has a reputation for hiring young, attractive sales staff.
Mr James Ong, director of local frozen yogurt chain Frolick, said it is a 'coincidence' that his front-line staff - made up of women aged between 17 and 22 - are generally young and pretty.
'We do not state any requirements that our applicants have to be young or pretty. It just happens that the pool of interested applicants falls into a certain category of young people,' he said. But he added that the company does try to hire younger people to fit its brand.
Kate Spade retail manager Joanne Tay said the high-end fashion label values experience above good looks. It has about 20 staff manning its two outlets here.
'In retail, it does help if you are pleasant-looking, but work experience and the way you carry yourself are more important,' she said.
Human resources experts said companies that hire based on physical attributes may have trouble recruiting staff, especially in an already tight labour market.
The policy is also not realistic, said The GMP Group's Mr Goh.
'You might not get the people you need who have the relevant experience and skill set, or may experience high turnover for not being able to keep such talent,' he said.
Mr Stanley Kwok, owner of Island Creamery, feels that firms should not hire based on looks even though his staff are also known to be easy on the eye.
He said attractiveness can carry one only so far: 'The image of a company cannot be sustained by looks alone. The most important thing is to give good service. You can't be good-looking and have an attitude - customers won't appreciate that.'


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It is logical for a beginners guide to blogging to begin with information on how to start a blog and make money. However, first a brief introduction to what a blog actually is. A blog is nothing more than your online diary or journal, in which you can express your feelings, thoughts, and opinions or even advertise your products. There are few rules apart from keeping it clean. For that reason they come in all sorts of shapes, sizes and designs, and your blog page is literally yours to do anything you want with.
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Pair of Persian Lovers in Czech Republic
Era: Qajar Period, Persia.
Date: 19 century.
Material and technique: oil on canvas.
Size: 160 x 80 cm.
Kept in Kinský Palace in Prague Czech Republic.
Sources: [1],[2].
This painting is a 19th-century Iranian oil painting showing a Pair of Lovers which serves as the emblem of a exhibition in Czech Republic. The painting is part of the permanent Asian Art exhibition on the first floor of the Kinský Palace in Prague Czech Republic, and was once displayed in a small theme-based exhibition in the premises of the permanent exhibition in the Kinský Palace. The exhibition linked different spheres of Asian art with the theme of palace life focusing on love, luxury and idleness.


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Enjoy a small snap shot of real life testimonials from our wonderful couples
Hey Mon & Jason,
I just wanted to say the biggest thank you to yourself and Jason. You where so amazing to organise everything with and Jason was incredible Friday.
All the best 💕 Sam & James
Photographer: @bxcsmith
"From the moment we made contact with McGee Entertainment everything was effortless. Jason learnt every song we requested without even batting an eyelid and performed them amazingly. The flexibility of having both a performer and a DJ at the wedding meant our ceremony was romantic and relaxed; and by the end of the night the dance floor was pumping! We couldn't recommend them highly enough, they truly were the icing on the cake."
Thank you for everything Monique, you guys were honestly amazing! We were so lucky to have you!
I just wanted to say the biggest thank you for your wonderful help and assistance with the booking and lead up to my wedding.
Jason and the band were amazing! I had so many compliments on how awesome and engaging they were! The guests felt like they were at a concert lol! We were all so impressed with the hard work and genuine enthusiasm exhibited by Jason all day! He was nothing short of incredible. And the other guys in the band were excellent and so fun! They definitely made our day and I am forever grateful! I will be posting a glowing review on facebook soon.
Thank you and big hugs!
Lilia and Simon xx
Photographer: Ephemeral Creative (nee Trent & Jessie)
I just wanted to say a big thank you to you, Jason and the boys for such an awesome time making my wedding feel extra special.
Lots of my guests commented how fantastic Jason and the boys were and OMG I loved his version of the book of Love my walking down song. He made that very special and Tom and I will be forever grateful.
Monique, thankyou as well for making the entertainment the easiest by far out of the whole wedding experience for me to organise, make payments and answering some of my dumb questions.
I really appreciate it thank you
Jason and the guys were the most perfect addition to our day. From walking down the aisle, to our first dance and everything in between these guys really made each moment all the more special. Not only that, but they sure know how to start a party! They're the most professional group of people I've ever had the privilege of working with, nothing was too difficult. Monique was absolutely amazing through the planning process to ensure the day ran exactly as we had imagined. I had always wanted a musician with amazing guitar skills and a voice to match and we certainly got that! I feel so lucky to have had these legends as part of our wedding. Thank you!!
Photography: KateNutt.com
"Thank you! The day turned out so much better than we ever imagined, we couldn't have asked for a better day or better suppliers!
We are super happy with the music you guys provided, it was exactly what we wanted. So many people commented on how good the musicians were, and we certainly noticed it ourselves as well!"
Amazing feedback about Jason McGregor and The Smyths from the gorgeous newlyweds Erik & Svea X
When it came time to find entertainment for our wedding, a quick Google search led us straight to McGee Entertainment. After an initial chat with Business & Event Director, Monique Cribb, we knew we had found what we were looking for. Monqiue was a pleasure to deal with from the get go, and made the entire process easy and stress-free. On the big day, Jason and the band were ready to go - on time, even with a slight change of location due to inclement weather. The music was perfect - from Jason's incredible solo performances, to the bands' swinging set - there was something for everyone. If you're looking for variety, true talent and excellent value for money - look no further. You've found what you're looking for.
I just wanted to let you know that James was excellent at our wedding on Friday. We had so many people compliment on how good he was, he really read the crowd well and had everyone up on the dance floor. I only briefly got to chat with him, but please pass on my thanks and let him know we'll definitely be recommending both McGee and James to anyone who is planning an event.
Jason's performance was amazing. We were looking for a John Mayer type artist for the wedding and when we heard Jason at the farmers market we knew he would be perfect and he did not disappoint on our wedding night.
Every single song he played turned out to be the exact same music we listen to and it was so good to see everyone enjoying the atmosphere that he created.
Well done Jason, you did an incredible job and we are both so happy that you were there to set the mood for our wedding.
The day was fantastic and everything went off as planned. Jason and the guys were perfect and everybody kept complimenting them on how good they are. As you can by the pictures, there was lots of dancing.
Thank you for making the entertainment side of a wedding simple and stress-free. It definitely made our lives much easier. And thank you to Jason and the boys for playing the perfects songs to get the crowd dancing.
Just wanted to say a big thank you to Jason, yourself and McGee for making our day a great success. Jason was perfect and we received so many comments on him. He really added another level to the afternoon and is a very talented musician. Please pass on our gratitude to Jason for being apart of our day
"I just wanted to let you know that we were so happy with how everything turned out on the day. I actually had to look up and check if James was singing during the signing of the registry as he was so good I thought it was the John Legend track and not live!!
James came and said hi to us after we'd sat down at the reception and was incredible all night long. He even let my cousin and hubby on the microphone for their own version of one song lol.
I also can't thank you enough for all your help in the lead up to the big day, you were so easy to deal with and it felt like nothing was too much trouble, even all of my questions haha!"
We had Jason for our reception on our wedding day and he was absolutely amazing!! We were so happy we chose Jason to perform, he perfectly suited us and our day to a tee. His voice is great and I don't think there was one person sitting down, everyone was up dancing the whole night. Our guests were raving about him for days after! He played everything we wanted and he really made the night more memorable for all of us. The whole process with McGee Entertainment was seamless and was such a pleasure. If we ever have another event we know who we are calling!
We had the absolute best day on our wedding day and Jason and the guys were fantastic on the night. Lots of our guests commented on how great the band were and everyone danced along to them all night.
In terms of everything on the night, it all went so smoothly with the band. They were fantastic. We didn't have any issues and like you said, we didn't actually have much to do with them on the night, but the band talked to our MC's who commented to us later that they were great and very professional.
Emily + Tom
Photographer: Ivory and Rose
We could not be more happy with choosing Michael Eotvos for our wedding day.
Not only was he lovely to talk to but he truly made our wedding reception an event to remember.
All of our guests commented on how beautifully he performed during our canapes/ cocktail hour.
Moving into the reception Michael was a pleasure to work with - provide an amazing array of music for our guests, everyone was entertained all evening.
Before our first dance Michael came over to ensure he had to right version of our song which put our mines at ease.
All the small touches and personalised service really makes your wedding day unique.
We cannot recommend Michael enough as he really was everything we wanted in a musician for our special day!
Thank you Michael and McGee Entertainment for all your hard work and dedication!
Photography: Studio Impressions
Hi Monique, Just a quick note to say thank you for all your help leading up to our big day. And thank you to Jason & The Smyths for their awesome performance on the day. Jason was perfection for ceremony and cocktail hour and the band for dinner and dancing were ON point. All our guests have been commenting on how great they were. Special thank you to the band for learning and going with Dylan's grand plan for his song, it was beautiful.
Thank you again, Dylan and Kathryn Evans.
Thank you! I've been thinking for awhile about how to articulate the words i want to use to describe our wedding day and the incredible talent of Jason, how how magic he made it.
We had Jason sing the ceremony, cocktail hour as well as DJ/ Sing at the reception and everyone had told me leading up the our wedding was to stop and take in the moments
One particular moment for me was after the ceremony as Tom and i were signing all the paperwork, Jason was singing Tenerife Sea and i looked at Jason and then at Tom and said WOW, he is amazing and it sounds fantastic!! how good is this!! i could not stop grinning!
Walking down the beach to his beautiful acoustic guitar and vocals was better then i ever imagined.
Jason was even kind enough to let my Sister in Law take the mic for impromptu sing a long ;)
We received so much positive feedback from everyone about how friendly, professional and talented he was and how he managed to read the crowd for our laid back beachside wedding perfectly and of course got everyone up and dancing~
There is a reason he is an Award winner, i cannot recommend him highly enough and we feel really blessed and fortunate that we were lucky enough to have him apart of our wedding!
From day one with Monique and Jason it has been easy, stress free and friendly, we enjoyed drinks together at our first visit to see Jason in Brisbane city and ever since then she has taken a genuine interest in our wedding and gone above and beyond to make sure our experience has been a positive one.
We will be regulars at your gigs from now on.
Thanks again for everything!
Emma and Tom
What was the highlight of your experience with McGee? We would love to know what we did well!: The whole process from the booking, the lead up to the wedding and the follow up was wonderful. Monique was so professional and lovely to deal with and was always happy to help. The song list and run sheet were spot on. Thank you so much!
Artist testimonial: "We would highly recommend Oscar Richardson! His live music at our wedding was just fabulous and he had a crowd on the dance floor - young and old - late into the night. He was perfect for the venue at Osteria. We can't thank him enough".
Just wanted to let you know that Jason and the guys did an amazing job at our wedding last month.
The transition to each performance was seamless and highly professional. It was so great not to have to worry about music at all at any stage through out the day.
I got great feedback from all the guests who said they loved the music and the number of people dancing for most of the night was also a testament to this. I started dancing straight after dinner actually and when I said to my wedding coordinator what is the time? When are we cutting the cake? She replied "oh I thought you were just going to dance now and not worry about any of the rest of the formalities" I quickly reminded her that cake was still very important to me!
Anyway just wanted to let you know how happy we were we everything and really appreciated the great service you, Jason and the rest of the team provided.
We were extremely happy with Michael's performance - both live and as a DJ. Our guests were coming up to us all night telling us how amazing he was! He was flawless and everybody was up on the dance floor having a great time. He read the room perfectly and made sure we had nothing to worry (or think) about. I refer to him as "our secret weapon" - he was that good! Everything flowed seamlessly and his timing was perfect. We truly believe that musicians bring a certain atmosphere to any occasion and Michael certainly delivered. We could not be happier! Thank you for all your assistance with the lead up to our wedding day and for the opportunity to have such wonderful entertainment on the day. Christina and Nathan =)
I just wanted to express my sincerest thanks to James and his band for their performances on our wedding day in June.
James and his band ensured that our dance floor was full all night. Their performances were faultless and I've had endless comments from guests about how wonderful the music was all day. Several of our relatives and friends who didn't leave the dance floor were people I'd never seen dance before – for which James and his team were solely responsible!
I am sorry I didn't get the opportunity to thank James myself in person at the end of the night, but we truly appreciated what a wonderful job they did.
I also wanted to express my appreciation to you for your assistance in ensuring that the entire music organizing process was stress free! You were an absolute joy to deal with at each and every stage, ensuring that the music for our big day was something that I didn't even need to think twice about, let alone stress over.
Thank you for a day filled with joy, happiness and great music – I would recommend your company to anyone!
I hope the opportunity arises to work with you again in the future.
Photographer: @justforlovephotography
I am just sending you this email to let you know how fabulous Reece Freeman was on the day of our wedding last month!
Jesse and I were so impressed with his professionalism, his voice, the song choices, just everything! We were obviously very busy during the day, but Reece made his transitions between locations so easily and without a fuss, I was surprised when I saw him in each new location set up and ready to start his sets again! So impressive.
I made sure I listened and took in every detail when I was walking down the aisle, and I can tell you that Reece sang our song perfectly! What a voice...
Guests advised us that during canapes, the song choices were awesome and the volume was perfect. It was enough to be able to sing along if they wanted, and still be able to have a conversation.
We had a few timing changes on the night (as you do!) and Reece consulted with us about what we wanted to do and when, which I thought was just fantastic! Everything ran so smoothly, and our guests danced the night away to awesome tunes! Everything that we requested, Reece did 😊
I just wanted to let you know that we are so appreciative of this, and will highly recommend Reece and McGee Entertainment to any of our friends/family who should require entertainment for their wedding or special day!
Thank you for assisting us along the journey while we planned for our day - it was simply perfect.
Ashlee and Jesse
I cannot explain how absolutely amazing Jason and the guys were. They honestly made the night, and every single person at the wedding could not stop singing their praise! We truly cannot thank you and the guys enough for how wonderful you have been throughout the whole entire process, and of course for how amazing they were on the night.
Hope you are all really well – and please pass on our gratitude to the band, they were truly brilliant!
Hi Monique and Jason!
Greg and I just wanted to thank you for the professional service you offered us on Saturday and also the great live music!
You had our whole wedding Up and dancing and gave our night the best vibe! We truly appreciated it . There were so many people complimenting your performance Jason and the Smyth's and many guests asked where to find you! Of course we told them McGee entertainment!
Our first dance was so moving being played live. It was such a special moment for Greg and I, made even better by you.
Thank you, thank you for making our day extra special!
Greg & Jess
Photography: Life & Love Photography
We couldn't have asked for a better entertainment company to deal with for our wedding. Monique at McGee Entertainment was always happy to accommodate all of our requests, and nothing was too much trouble. When the big day rolled around, everything ran so smoothly and I even caught the band allowing a request for the Zorba dance for one of our Greek guests, without batting an eye. What a day! Thanks for everything Monique, Sammy and I are totally wrapped!
Apart from getting married, we were most looking forward to listening to Jason play at our wedding and he didn't disappoint! Jason was absolutely amazing, everyone was blown away, especially us. We could not have asked for a more professional musician with the most stunning voice. Thank you so much Jason, you made our day! --
Jason was fantastic and an unbelievable addition to our wedding, I was getting questions and comments about his many talents all day/night and would defiantly recommend him to anyone. We couldn't have been happier with how he performed and are such looking forward to seeing him at the markets again very soon! Please thank Jason again for us, he was really the icing the cake for us.
We had a fantastic wedding day and were really happy with the entertainment! It was really nice to have Mik part of the day. He played some great music and had everyone enjoying themselves on the dancefloor! We would definitely recommend McGee Entertainment to others for their wedding.
Thanks again to you and Mik for all of your help. Georgia and I really appreciated it.
We can't begin to tell you how grateful we are for Jason and the Smyths performance at our wedding on Saturday.
Jason played so beautifully at the ceremony and pre-reception drinks and the band was simply amazing during dinner and after. Everyone was up dancing and having an absolute ball which is exactly the celebration we wanted to have.
We got lots of questions about who they were and how to get on to them for future events and we'll be sure to pass on your details.
We would firstly like to say thank you very much to yourself and the band for being a part of our special day. Jason and the band where professional and played some fantastic music! We have had so much positive feedback from our guests about the performances, specifically with the range and variety of songs. From the initial meeting we had with you, it was such a simple process and both Soren and I would like to thank you for this. We are so delighted that we chose McGee Entertainment and we will recommend you to all of our friends and family.
Jason & Scotty were fantastic!!! Everyone loved them!!! I could not fault them... It was a perfect night! Thank you to all of your making our day run so smoothly!"
All I can say is WOW!!! WOW and WOW...
Oscar Richarson was amazing and did beautiful solos of my three requested songs for our ceremony. He created a beautiful relaxed ceremony. While we were getting our photos taken on the grounds we could hear him play at cocktail hour and this was just as amazing!!
The reception, the fun walk in music was perfectly timed and great. Our first dance, cake cutting perfect. Perfect. Perfect
The drunk, fun part of the night the trio created the atmosphere exactly what we wanted,everyone up dancing and fun!!
The only negative was there was an end.....
Thats it!!!!
Thank you to McGee entertainment you guys are definite rockstars at weddings and I will and have been telling all my friends who were there and who weren't to book you guys!!
I just wanted to say a massive thank you to Jason, Mik, Jeremy and you for the amazing day. Working with you in the lead up, even with all our venue issues, was so easy and your help with the run sheet was great.
What a day! From the moment I walked up to say hello I was so happy that I chose Jason to play. Jason was amazing for the ceremony and listening to him while I waited for Jess to appear is one of the most vivid memories I have of the day. I wish I got to hear more of him through the canapés however everyone I have talked to has told me how great he was.
Having the band play the sets we worked out was also perfect. I know we were running a bit late for things but the boys just rolled with it and I have had so many people ask where I found the band and how good they were in every set. We all had such a great time and the music was such a big part of that. Our first dance song was played so perfectly and is another moment I will never forget.
Thank you again for making our day so unbelievably amazing!!
I just wanted to say a big thank you and your team for doing a wonderful job on our big day (20th of May).
I had managed to thank Angie in person for doing such a great job on singing our wedding music and what a warm soulful voice she has! I wasn't able to tell Jack myself what an amazing job he did too! He played the guitar so well and the two make a great team. I could see he was very kind and friendly to my guests. We had a lot of people ask us where we had found your company and the singers, which of course we told them about Mcgee's.
I just wanted to say, it was difficult finding the right singers for our wedding, there were a quite a few singers and musicians who could play well however, I basically looked for the person who was the closest to sing Etta James' songs which John and I found Angie could do beautifully and in her own way too.
Thank you for your professionalism, the duo really got everyone dancing and having a great time.
Kind regards,
Gianna and John
I just submitted my review to ABIA! We made you and McGee Entertainment and band as our favourite vendor😃
A BIG THANKS to you for helping us out and for being patient all throughout the process.
We had an amazing wedding, more than we were expecting!
James and the rest of the band were awesome! I didnt quite catch the name of the female vocalist but she was so lovely! Thanks to the band for allowing me to jam with them, my husband Jason was so surprised to see me play the drums and it indeed was a special moment for us.
Please give our hugs and kisses and a BIG THANK YOU!!! to James and the rest of the band for an awesome entertainment!
Maria and Jason
Our wedding was the most amazing day thanks. Everything went perfectly, and everyone had a really great time. James did a great job with the music - I had a fair few people comment on how good James and the band were. I was a bit disappointed I didn't get to experience his solo music during the cocktail hour while we were off getting our photos, but our guests really enjoyed it. I really appreciated him learning some of our song requests too – he did really well with these!
We were absolutely delighted with James and his fabulous live performance at our wedding! We were lucky enough to be interviewed for the first edition of the Same Same weddings online magazine, published by On Trend Bridal. In our interview, we gave James and McGee entertainment the following shout out:
"We were also very privileged to have James Fox Higgins, a very talented singer and musician from McGee Entertainment, who performed a live acoustic set for our wedding ceremony and reception. He created the perfect mix of soul, funk and groove to create the perfect soundtrack for our Byron Bay wedding."


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November Afternoon, Mt. Tabor (detail)
Here's the first stage of the left panel of my new "Mt. Tabor" triptych. The first two in this series were studies in summer sun and shadow, with strong rhythms of saturated color. This composition has the closer harmonies and quieter chromatic grays of winter light. Aren't painting and music twinned?


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Monotheism and Contemporary Atheism
Part of Elements in Religion and Monotheism
- Author: Michael Ruse, Florida State University
- Date Published: August 2019
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In this Element, Michael Ruse offers a critical analysis of contemporary atheism. He puts special emphasis on the work of so-called 'New Atheists': Richard Dawkins, Sam Harris, Daniel Dennett, and Christopher Hitchins, whose views are contrasted with those of Edward O. Wilson. Ruse also provides a full exposition of his own position, which he labels 'Darwinian Existentialism'.
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1. Why atheism?
2. The new atheists
3. Critique
4. Critique continued
5. Epilogue: Darwinian existentialism.
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Renée Chan
Renée, our founder, is a Registered Dietitian certified both in Canada and the United States. She comes from a family with issues of diabetes, heart disease, thyroid issues and Alzheimer's Disease and is driven to help others with similar concerns. After receiving a Bachelor's of Science from The University of California, San Diego she went on to New York University to pursue a Master's of Science in Clinical Nutrition. It was while studying at NYU that she first immersed herself in the restaurant industry as a waitress. After working as a Registered Dietitian in New York, she went abroad to France to work in organic farms in transition to a residency in Hong Kong. After receiving an MBA from Camden University, she now has rooted herself in Vancouver with The True Nosh Co. with hopes to stay for good.
Renée focuses on the prevention of diseases as well as the reversal of illnesses especially with diabetes. Renée brings knowledge and experiences from Southeast Asia, France, Italy, New Zealand, New York and California. Renée quit her job as a Clinical Dietitian in the concrete jungle and was engulfed in working with food. She became a line cook in the vast restaurants of New York City and continued to work in restaurants when she decided to spend a few months WWOOF-ing in the South of France. Eventually she moved to Hong Kong to find her roots in Chinese Cooking. She considers herself a Culinary Dietitian. With the hunger for knowledge and the vision of a better and healthier world, Renée hopes to fill the homes of like minded people with her food and beverage products so that diabetes and heart disease will no longer be the threat to us or to our loved ones!
With the hopes to bring nutrition and exercise together in one practice, she recently completed her 200 hour Yoga teacher's training with Karma Yoga in Vancouver and will continue her love for yoga and good food at the True NOSH Yoga studio next to her cooking class kitchen on 2200 Ontario St.
To learn more about Renée and her passion, you can visit her blog at www.reneebythec.com


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Behind The Diet Dogmas
In only 57 short days, Lindsay and I will finally be getting married. Now, I haven't spoken a ton about our wedding on here, but Lindsay has been as cool as a cucumber....while I'm finally starting to realize/stress out about everything that needs to come together.
Marriage day events/antics/cowboy dances aside, I haven't mentioned on my blog how great Lindsay is in the field of nutrition. She already has her Masters in Nutrition Communication, and is currently pursuing her PhD in Applied Nutrition and Food Policy at Tufts. While I tend tease her and call her a "professional student" (I mean, it's true) I like to think we make a pretty good nutrition power couple. After all, it's not like I can ask many other people what the recommended daily intake is for manganese, and what are symptoms of toxicity? (Nerd alert!)
Anyway, the two of us are always pondering different questions, such as what makes some individuals such ardent supporters or particular diets? In other words, why are some vegans so convinced their way is the ONLY way....while, Paleo people are convinced that having Bacon for breakfast everyday is somehow going to make them less fat and live longer?
Speaking of which, I'm reminded of one of my favorite jokes: How do you know if someone is Paleo? They'll tell you! Hahahahahahaahahahahha!!!1!!11!
I'm hilarious, I know.
Moving on, nutrition science is constantly emerging and revising old trains of thought. But, the one fact we do know is that everything can work. To that point, I've recently started reading "Diet Cults" by Matt Fitzgerald, and he makes a great summary of human nutrition research:
"There is no such thing as the healthiest diet. On the contrary, science has established quite definitively that humans are able to thrive equally well on a variety of diets. Adaptability is the hallmark of man as eater. For us, many diets are good while none is perfect."
Whether it's low-carb, no carb, high protein, high fat, low fat, or the Columbian Metabolic fasting diet (no need to Google, I made that last one up), they can all be healthy ways to eat when followed in the right context. By the same token, what works for one person may not necessarily work for someone else. So why, then, are certain people so convinced their way of eating is THE correct one?
Fitzgerald states that it's not the science that catches people (all the common diets spout similar pseudo-science claiming they're superior), it's more to do with someone's personality and their need to find an identity.
And you know what? I agree.
First off, many people pick a certain way of eating because it fits their personality and the way they live their life. Many of the extreme diets out there are followed by Type A personalities, and those that go with the all-or-nothing mentality.
Take, for example, one of my clients who is a passionate vegan. In the nutritional world, we know that being vegan or vegetarian isn't necessary to be healthy, and if it's not done correctly, being either one can actually be somewhat unhealthy. But, the client I'm speaking about is super intense about everything in their life - incredibly high achiever, lots of energy, and an endurance athlete. For this person, the extremism of being vegan is probably one of the appealing factors, as it goes with their balls-to-the-wall philosophy.
Likewise, diet can also help us find a sense of community, identity and belonging. The client I'm speaking about is friends with other vegans, can state famous endurance athletes that are vegan, and they openly advocate for others to join. In a way, this is very similar to Crossfitters that are staunch Paleo advocates. Paleo and Crossfit simply tend to go together, but I'm now thinking it's because it helps people identify with Crossfit when they aren't in the gym. Everytime someone eats, they know they're not alone in shunning bread and asking for butter in their coffee....but part of a larger group.
And, can you guess the type of personality that tends to do Crossfit and be Paleo? You got it. Type A.
While this post isn't meant to blast Paleo or Vegan approaches (after all, they all work!), it's important to point out that the similarities I posted above can be applied to almost all famous diets. Find a way of eating that's sustainable for years to come and fits with the way you live life. Any road can take you there....but finding the correct one for you is the challenge.
And hey, if nothing else, just eat more vegetables.


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What to Know about Termites
Termites are a menace to homes and businesses because they eat the wood that keeps a structure safe and secure. They form large colonies and can burrow into supports, weakening houses and costing millions worth of damage each year. Myanmar faces most of its pest threats from two distinctive types of termites: subterranean and dampwood.
Termite Biology
Termites are one of the few living organisms in the world which feed on wood and the cellulose inside of it. They are insects with three body parts, which include the head, thorax, and abdomen. Termites are small, usually only measuring between 4 and 15 mm. They are divided between workers, soldiers, and the swarmers who reproduce and create new colonies. Most workers and soldiers are blind since they don't have eyes.
Termites are usually wingless, except for the swarmers who need to fly away. Most of them do not reproduce and instead build and defend the colony while the queen creates young.
Subterranean Termites
Subterranean termites are the most common type in Myanmar. They are one of the only species of termites that lives in or near the ground. They like damp, warm areas and frequently build series of mud tubes or tunnels which they use to travel between areas while staying safe from predators. These termites thrive in tropical environments since they need the constant moisture.
Dampwood Termites
Dampwood termites were named because they live in moist environments and prefer wood which is near water sources. They tend to live in places like basements or attics with leaks. They also build mud tubes and can be difficult to identify because they are smaller than other termite types.
Why Are Termites Dangerous?
Termites are dangerous because they weaken the overall structure of a building. They carve out homes for their colonies inside wood, which is one of the main materials used to keep homes and businesses safe and sound. Their damages cost people millions of dollars' worth of damages each year. A truly bad infestation can even make an area uninhabitable, which means the humans who own it could be out of a place to live and any money they invested in the structure.
Signs of an Infestation
Most people will not realize they have a termite infestation until there is already severe damage. Some of the most common signs are:
The presence of mud or shelter tubes, which termites build as protection from the environment while transporting food.
Tunnels discovered in boards or other wooden parts of a building.
Hollow sounds when striking affected wood.
Seeing an actual termite.
Earth packing around affected wood.
How to Get Rid of Termites
The easiest way to eliminate an existing termite colony is with poisoned baits. These baits are usually made from wood pulp and similar materials. The workers who look for food will bring it back to their colony, where it will be shared with the others. This way, the poison is spread to every member of the colony and the termites gradually die out.
Some pesticides are also used, but they aren't as common. To prevent termites, a lot of pest control companies will apply a termiticide barrier around the property. This is a pesticide which can deter or kill potential termite invaders before they become a problem.


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Cynthia Jamin is the founder, designer, and CEO of TwirlyGirl. We asked her for a little Expert Advice:
What advice would you give to someone who feels overwhelmed by the competition? It's very natural to play the comparison game, but we never win when doing that. So to avoid even engaging in those types of thoughts, I literally put on my blinders. I know that what I do, NO ONE can do it exactly the way I do it, so I just need to stay focused and be the best I can possibly be. You do have to know what else is out there, but try to look at it like you're a scientist, doing research and gathering facts. Look at pricing, marketing, messaging, but don't get hung up on the details that won't help you. Take what you think you can use to make your business stronger and leave the rest. It also helps if you have a separate marketing person who isn't emotionally invested in what the competition is selling but rather HOW they are selling it. That's pretty much the only reason to be looking outside of yourself, in my opinion. Learn from others, but don't use it to beat yourself up.
What top three tips would you like to pass along for those who have just started to use social media? Don't sell. Just engage in interesting ways. Social media is about building relationships, so provide information that is helpful and pertains to your customer base and what you are promoting. Be the expert in your area and the go-to person for everything related to what you are about. It's not about offering daily specials. You can do that on certain occasions, but it's better to stay focused on giving your core audience something of value every day.
When you think of the best people to work with, what traits do they share? Open-minded, creative, passionate people who have a positive attitude and are fun to work with and who are willing to listen and contribute their own ideas.
Give a budding entrepreneur your best hiring and firing business practices. Hiring: Make sure you talk to them honestly about what the position is all about and what you expect. Ask them what you will find out about them after working with them for three months, something they aren't telling you now. Firing: I think that when it's time to let someone go, it's usually pretty obvious to them as well. We haven't had to fire anyone. But I have been fired, and coming from that point of view, I can honestly say that I saw it coming. So with that in mind. I would approach it like this: "This situation isn't working out for either of us."
Entrepreneurs often say that "you can't do it all." What three things do you always outsource?That's very true, but in the beginning you have to do it all. And there are advantages to this. It's very valuable to be able know how to do everything the the way you want it done. The only way to oversee everything is to be knowledgeable. I've found that the best things to outsource are processes that can automate and integrate bookkeeping and orders so we don't have to deal with inputting and tracking inventory in more than one place. Getting on a website platform that can grow with you is crucial, otherwise you are spending too much time doing things that can done in seconds.
What business book would you recommend to someone who is either about to launch or in the early growth stage? I loved Delivering Happiness by Zappos founder Tony Hsieh.
What are your thoughts on raising capital? It's not something we have needed to do so I wouldn't be able to speak about that. We did turn down a chance to be on Shark Tank because in the end, we didn't want to be working for someone else, which is essentially what happens when you take that kind of deal.
What piece of invaluable advice did you receive that you would like to pass on to women pursuing their dream? I don't think I heard this from any one person but it's all about doing what you do best and sticking to it. Don't try to be all things to all people.
My best advice to a woman launching a venture is… Start SMALL. Price your items in a way that will allow for growth even if you are still in your dining room. Don't invest a ton of money on a fancy website at first; sell on Amazon or other marketplaces so you can learn about the business with little skin in the game. Branding and graphic design are the most important things to spend money on. That's going to be the first thing that people see and they need to understand what you are about in one second, so make that second speak volumes for you.
What would your advice to your younger self be? You will be doing something that you never thought you would do in a million years. It's going to give you everything you love…freedom, being creative, and learning new things. So don't stress at all about your future. It's all going to be great.
Finally, please share your top five tips that would benefit an entrepreneurial woman launching or growing her business:
- Make sure you are filling a need in a way that is different and unique.
- Invest in branding and graphic design.
- Make sure you are pricing your items for growth. Make sure you have all your important line items accounted for in your cost sheets.
- Choose a website platform that can grow with you. Don't invest in anything too extravagant at first but make sure you don't have to move – that's costly and time consuming.
- Learn all about the market you are in and the people you are selling to. Do your research. Know your competition.
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Are you dissatisfied with the education your kids are receiving from public school? Your kid may have a better chance by learning within the comfort of their home. Your house can actually be perfect for your kids to learn in, from basics to advanced concepts. Learn more using this article below.
If you just had a kid or have one that's young, it can be tough to take on homeschooling. Make sure that you set the proper schedule when you are homeschooling. Plan some activities for both children. Find ways to get your children engaged in cooperative learning and let them learn to work together.
Textbooks are important but they should not be your only tool. Keep the subject interesting by referencing more diverse and current sources. Reading articles allows them to learn about what's going on in the world, opening up discussions about politics, geography and history. You will teaching them the analytic skills that can benefit them all through their life.
The best thing about homeschooling is teaching your child in a way that they best learn. For example, you could plan lots of practical lessons if your child learns best by engaging in hands on activities. It will help them learn quickly and remember the information.
Become familiar with the laws of homeschooling for your state. Rules on homeschooling vary from state to state, so it is important to know exactly what is required of you where you live. Several states let parents do standardized testing, while other are more relaxed about it. Some states might not allow homeschools unless they are registered private schools.
If you are teaching children of a wide range of ages, schedule individual time with each of them. Set up a designated, safe area in which your younger children can play with toys, do crafts or relax without being disruptive. To shake things up a bit every now and then, let your older children share what they're learning with younger siblings. This gives your old kids confidence and pride, and it helps the little ones learn.
Find out about laws and regulations regarding homeschooling by contacting the homeschool association in the state where you live. Certain states may require that you register as if you were a private school, and others only require that your children pass standardized tests to pass grade levels. You also need to let the local school district know you are homeschooling your kids so that your kids aren't labeled as truants.
Write down a list of the advantages and disadvantages of both public school and homeschooling. This list can aid you when it's time to plan your lessons, ensuring you cover areas that public schools are lacking. It can serve as a useful tool to make sure your children get the exact education you want them to. Put it somewhere safe and look at it often.
After reading about homeschooling, can you see all of its benefits? Given the right conditions, home schooling can be an effective way to teach your children while avoiding the need for public or private schools. Heed what you've learned here, and do right by your kids.


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What is the role of the tattoo artists nowadays? Why have tattoo artists in the past, and in the present have been so respected and in many cultures might have played a role similar to shamans? Sometimes even feared or forced to hide. Can Tattoo really be categorised as fashionable? Even if one's does not really choose a tattoo for purely symbolic reasons. But rather as an emotional, intuitive choice. Tattoos are about true freedom!
I can only talk from my own experiences... or at least based on my own believes as a tattoo artist, as an artist, and as a healer, and most importantly, as a human being on the spiritual path.
This questions crossed my mind many times, and some of you might have read about it in previous posts. I have had someone recently telling me how much power he felt from the Koi I am doing for him. Maybe a mind suggestion as some would say. Language plays a role in the way we evolve and live our life. However, energy itself and intentions plays at least an equal role in the equation when talking about Healing. For the purpose of this post! I would like to consider the potential of Catharsis through tattoo.
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Catharsis (Ancient Greek: Κάθαρσις) is a Greek word meaning "purification", "cleansing" or "clarification." It is derived from the infinitive verb of Ancient Greek: καθαίρειν transliterated as kathairein "to purify, purge," and adjective Ancient Greek: καθαρός katharos "pure or clean."
Using the term "catharsis" to refer to a form of emotional cleansing was first done by the Greek philosopher Aristotle in his work Poetics. It refers to the sensation, or literary effect, that would ideally overcome an audience upon finishing watching a tragedy (a release of pent-up emotion or energy). In his previous works, he used the term in its medical sense (usually referring to the evacuation of the "katamenia", the menstrual fluid or other reproductive material).[1] Because of this, F. L. Lucas maintains that catharsis cannot be properly translated as purification or cleansing, but only as purgation. Since before Poetics catharsis was purely a medical term, Aristotle is employing it as a medical metaphor. "It is the human soul that is purged of its excessive passions."
I have now the responsibility to do a cover up for someone who I can feel has a great heart, very strong and very humble. Some people really make you feel their kindness. Tensions and problems can happen to everyone, even the kindest of all? Or can it?
It is almost a cliche. A heart tattooed on the left arm, with a name in the middle. A friend introduced him to me to see if I could help him in improving his tattoo. He told me the story, of betrayal, there is no point going in the details. Literally, he asked me to cross the name and make a demon grow from the heart. As literal as it can be, the symbolism is clear.
After giving it some thoughts. I started drawing more or less what he requested, except that I chose to make the heart, the demon, and above it a lotus flower shining with light and a Bonji, so that the demon would be purified, it would all become light. I am always hesitant of reinforcing an idea, or an experience, especially a negative one. Creating the Balance is an important aspect., but we can go beyond. We can not change our past, but we can definitely free ourselves to enjoy the moment. Learning from our experience is to be able to move on with a smile, healing is to remain open to the new experiences. Too often, I feel we base our relationships on the pattern we have created, our expectations, or the fear that things happen again. Letting it go, being open to the next moment. That is the way to be and to ensure that we can evolve in peace and confidence.
I'll come back to this post again. For now I want to say, that it reinforces my perception of quality tribal work. I have decided to design a tribal based on Growth. This intrinsically will also mean healing. A big wave, wind, water, flow with life. I'll update this soon :) Thank you for your patience :)


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A few hours ago, I received an e-mail via the Contact Form regarding the late aidoru Yukiko Okada(岡田有希子)who had committed suicide back on this day in 1986. The person was inquiring about the "Star Tanjo"(スター誕生!...A Star Is Born!)audition program on NTV in which Okada, under her real name of Kayo Sato(佐藤佳代), entered the singing contest on the show. The question was that although Sato had sung Akina Nakamori's(中森明菜)"Slow Motion"(スローモーション)at the national level at the March 30 1983 competition, the inquirer wanted to know the other song she had performed in the preliminaries to get to the nationals.
Well, it was a lucky thing that I got the question on a day in which 1) I wasn't off to see my anime buddy and 2) there were no translation tasks miring me down, so I was quite free to do some investigative work. Doing a bit of digging into the J-Wiki article for Okada through her quite voluminous history, I was able to find out that the Aichi Prefecture-raised teenager had skipped school to try out for the the Nagoya preliminaries of the contest. The song she sang was "My Boyfriend" by aidoru/actress Sawako Kitahara(北原佐和子)which you can see from 0:22 of the above video.
For some reason, the footage above states that this was an October 1983 broadcast so I'm not sure whether there was some long delay between the actual taping and the broadcast (doubtful) or whether the October show was some sort of retrospective showing past auditions. In any case, Okada had done well enough to receive her invitation to the nationals albeit not without some major conflict with her family and homeroom teacher, according to the book "Yukiko Okada ~ Ai wo Kudasai"(岡田有希子 愛をください...Yukiko Okada - Love Please)via that J-Wiki article.
As for Sawako Kitahara, she was born in Saitama Prefecture in 1964 and made her debut as an actress and as an aidoru around 1982. Just before that, she had been in a 1981 aidoru group called Pansy(パンジー)before going solo. "My Boyfriend" was her debut single from March 1982 with lyrics by Mari Horikawa(堀川マリ)and music by Tatsushi Umegaki(梅垣達志). From that year to 1986, Kitahara would release 10 singles and 6 original albums.
Although she has long finished her singing career, her acting career has been continuing and she is also a certified care worker. In any case, I hope this article has answered that one question.


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Why I need time alone to be a better social creature.
Because our culture places such a high value on sociability, it can be rather awkward having to explain how much time we, as hyper sensitive souls, need to be alone.
We may try to pass off our desire as something work-related: people generally understand a need to finish off a project. But in truth, it's a far less respectable and more profound desire that is driving us on:
Unless we are alone, we are at risk of forgetting who we are.
We, the ones who feel suffocated without periods by ourselves, take other people very seriously. Perhaps more seriously than those in the uncomplicated ranks of the endlessly gregarious. We listen closely to stories, we give ourselves to others, we respond with emotion and empathy. But as a result, we cannot keep swimming in company indefinitely.
At a certain point, we have had enough of conversations that take us away from our own thought processes, enough of external demands that stop us heeding our inner tremors, enough of the pressure for superficial cheerfulness that denies the legitimacy of our inner melancholy, and enough of robust common-sense that flattens our peculiarities and intricate weirdness.
We need to be alone because life among other people unfolds too quickly. The pace is relentless: the jokes, the insights, the excitements. It is a quirk of our minds that not every emotion that impacts us is at once fully acknowledged, understood or even truly felt. After time among others, there are a myriad of sensations that exist in an unprocessed form within us.
Perhaps an idea that someone raised made us anxious, prompting chaotic impulses for changes in our lives. Perhaps an anecdote sparked off an envious ambition that is worth decoding and listening to in order to grow. Maybe someone subtly fired an aggressive dart at us, and we haven't had the chance to realise we are hurt. We need some quiet time to hear and console ourselves.
We are more vulnerable and tender-skinned than we're encouraged to imagine.
By retreating into ourselves, it looks as if we are unsocial introverts, but our solitary moments are in reality a homage to the richness of social existence. Unless we've had time alone, we can't be who we would like to be around our fellow humans. We won't have original opinions. We won't have lively and authentic perspectives.
We will be, in the wrong way, a bit like everyone else.
We're drawn to solitude not because we despise humanity but because we are properly responsive to what the company of others entails. Extensive stretches of being alone allows us to be a better friend and a properly attentive companion.


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Last week while running a standard oil pressure check before igniting the engine, I noticed the left cylinder intake rocker arm had no oil running out. After many attempts and waiting a day to turn the engine, oil was still not seeping through. Working backwards, I took the top end apart thinking that something was blocking the oil passage hole above the engine stud rod. I was astonished to find a factory punch mark for the oil passage hole, but there was no hole. Basically, the technician at the BMW plant, back in 1977 forgot to drill this oil passage hole. After a few sleepless nights, wondering what else this German tech from 1977 forgot to do on this block, I decided to disassemble the engine and check every single oil passage hole.
The oil passage hole I drilled is in picture number three. I took a 2 mm drill bit and slowly drilled through the aluminum until it met the passage behind it. After further investigation of the engine block, everything looks like where it was supposed to be. This cost me a new chain, few rod bolts, and a lot of time, but its better than loosing sleep.