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ProGuard Mapping Upload
sentry-cli can be used to upload proguard files to Sentry however in most situations you would use the gradle plugin to do that. There are some situations however where you would upload proguard files manually (for instance when you only release some of the builds you are creating).
Because proguard files work on projects you will need to specify the organization and project you are working with. For more information about this refer to Working with Projects.
Basic Upload
upload-proguard command is the one to use for uploading proguard files. It takes the path to one or more proguard mapping files and will upload them to Sentry. If you want to associate them with an Android app you should also point it to a processed AndroidManifest.xml from a build intermediate folder. Example:
sentry-cli upload-proguard \
--android-manifest app/build/intermediates/manifests/full/release/AndroidManifest.xml \
Since the sentry-java client needs to know the UIUD of the mapping file, you will need to embed it in a
sentry-debug-meta.properties file. If you supply
--write-properties that is done automatically:
sentry-cli upload-proguard \
--android-manifest app/build/intermediates/manifests/full/release/AndroidManifest.xml \
--write-properties app/build/intermediates/assets/release/sentry-debug-meta.properties \
Upload Options
This parameter prevents Sentry from triggering reprocessing right away. It can be useful under rare circumstances where you want to upload files in multiple batches and you want to ensure that Sentry does not start reprocessing before some optional dsyms are uploaded. Note though that someone can still in the meantime trigger reprocessing from the UI.
Disables the actual upload. This runs all steps for the processing but does not trigger the upload (this also automatically disables reprocessing. This is useful if you just want to verify the mapping files and write the proguard UUIDs into a proeprties file.
Requires at least one file to upload or the command will error.
UUID Format
Unlike most debug information files, proguard files themselves do not carry an unique identifier that can be used to uniquely identify the file. Since this causes unnecessary complexities we give the files a SHA1 UUID based on the checksum of the file. You can use
sentry-cli difutil check on a proguard file to see the generated UUID.
If you want to generate the UUID yourself you can do so with the following algorithm (Python code for reference):
import uuid
NAMESPACE = uuid.uuid5(uuid.NAMESPACE_DNS, "guardsquare.com")
def get_proguard_uuid(filename):
with open(filename, 'rb') as f:
return uuid.uuid5(NAMESPACE, f.read())


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I just got back from a trip to the Similan Islands. We also visited Richelieu Rock, Koh Tachai, and Koh Bon, which are within a day's travel to the north of the Similans and not technically part of it.
The Boat
We spent 4 days and 3 nights aboard South Siam Divers 4. South Siam Divers is quite a big operator with 2 day boats and 2 liveaboards. The boat was quite large, sleeping more than 20 and with room for 70 divers (!) on the dive deck. In my opinion, the right maximum number is probably something like 40 to avoid overcrowding. There was a large deck, sundeck, a small saloon, and 6 bathrooms on board. All were adequate. Each day, new divers boarded the boat at 10am, while divers leaving the boat departed at 3pm – I would have preferred no overlap as the boat got quite crowded and chaotic during those few hours. The boat was quiet and stable compared to what we have out here.
The Food
I had high hopes for the food on board given my experience with the Black/White Mantas and the fact that it was Thai food. I was quite disappointed. Most of the food was bland and dumbed down for foreign tastes. There were only 3 meals a day with no snacks offered in between. On the second night, I got a mild case of food poisoning, with stomach discomfort and diarrhea. Thankfully, it went away about 12 hours later. Out of our group of 9, more than half got food poisoning or stomach upsets. Divers from other groups also got sick. We couldn't trace it to one particular source, so I suspect the food is either not fresh, not clean, or both. This is really unacceptable and is something that has to be fixed immediately.
The Diving
All the dives were around the Similan Islands except for one day, when we made the overnight trip to Richelieu Rock. There were generally 5 dives offered each day, with a maximum of 4 dives allowed per person. The fish and reef life was very healthy as the area is a well maintained and policed marine park. I was surprised to find lots of varieties of edible fish that weren't at all afraid of divers. I'd never seen so many glass sweepers in my life – the schools were so thick that sometimes you couldn't see what was behind them. Apart from the general reef life, there were a few rare and interesting creatures like longnose hawkfish, ornate ghost pipefish, leopard sharks, and McCosker's flasher wrasse. We were disappointed to not see any mantas at Koh Bon, but I was told that they are more common from February to April. I actually found the dives at Richelieu Rock, Koh Tachai and Koh Bon the most disappointing as we went through all the hassle to find that the marine life was no different from that in the Similan Islands. My entire trip, I didn't see more than a handful of nudibranchs, which was surprising given what I had heard about the place. Nevertheless, I had a lot of fun shooting with my 60mm and 12-24mm lenses. I did a bit of experimenting with camera settings, strobe technique and placement, and close focus wide angle.
As the boat mostly caters to tourist divers, the style of diving is rather hurried, with the dive guides rushing from attraction to attraction. We preferred a more relaxed pace and it took a few dives to get the message across. There are lots of dive boats operating in the area. At one point, there were almost 10 boats within sight. Yet, the boats are run quite smoothly and none of the dive sites seemed crowded.
Would I go back? Probably only during the February-April peak season and on a different boat that had better food and was less mass market.

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New pics: Richie & Alex - We haven't split, and we're so in love
Loved up Richie Stahan and Alex Nation have brushed off insinuations that they've already split, parading their red-hot love just days ago (pictured below) - and proving once and for all that their love is not only very much alive, but overflowing for all to see.
The couple were all over each other at Sydney Airport, holding hards, sharing kisses and romantic whispers.
'I found her, my love, my co-pilot, my partner in crime, my everything,' Richie wrote on Instagram days ago. 'I followed my heart and I've never been this happy. Alex to me you're perfect, you're everything I could of ever wished for. You make me the happiest guy in world, I love you.'
Alex wrote, 'I found love, friendship and happiness. Rich, I wouldn't change a thing! Here is to many more adventures and experiencing life together. I'M SO BLOODY EXCITED!!! I love you.'


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25. Sacramento Kings
Record: 12 - 25
Last Week's Rank: 24
Last Week's Results: W vs. Utah 103-96, (Tue); L vs. LA Clippers 100-108, (Thu); L @ LA Lakers 107-115, (Fri); L @ Phoenix 88-96, (Sun);
This Week: @ Denver, Monday (3/5); vs. New Orleans, Wednesday (3/7); vs. Dallas, Friday (3/9); vs. Atlanta, Sunday (3/11)
This quote from interim head coach Keith Smart pretty much sums up Sacramento's season: "Sometimes we score and don't defend and sometimes we defend and don't score." In other words, they suck. They can't simultaneously do the two things required to win basketball games: play good defense and have effective offense. The Kings score 94 PPG and allow a league's worst 102. You didn't have to be classmates with Jeremy Lin to get the math or figure out why the Kings are the laughing stock of the Pacific division. —Ralph Warner


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Posts Tagged 'wellness'
Everyone wants to feel as though people actually care about them. With the daily hustle of life, at times it's hard to catch up with friends. For me, I'm newly married. Not by any means am I saying being married is a hinderance to my friendships, but I will say adding a husband to the mix makes life even busier. Yet, with my faithful planner and scheduled times for "friendship"dates with my girls, dividing my time between working full time, my children, my hubby and friends is doable. At times, tiring, but honestly I wouldn't change a thing.
Since Facebook came on the scene (along with other social media) people have become obsessed with "Likes" and "Follows." Granted for some, being on social media has really taken their life to the next level.
I'm still waiting for The Steve Harvey Show or Tyler Perry to contact me. But then again…I don't have a million followers and not that many people are interested in my life to say the least. My "like" numbers are way below stardom level.
But then again I consider my life pretty simply. Yes, I have some awesome gifts that I attempt to share with the world daily, my focus is on pleasing God. Recently, I stepped away from social media. (Well, just the ones that allow people to "Like" or "follow" you.) I simply wanted to live my life without posting my every move or my every thought out there for my "friend list" to see. I wanted to indulge in my real friendships without "friends" simply "liking" my staus. And for others just to see your business online and say they know you. When in reality all they know is your status.
FYI…People hide behind statues all the time!
I can honestly say the time I removed myself from social media I was able to focus on more important things. I actually was able to get a lot done because I wasn't consumed with scrolling though my timeline to see what people were doing. What I can honestly say is that those who actually care about you, check on you. Real friends call to set up lunch dates or call/text to check you.
Here are some things I've learned from NOT updating my status:
- I am blessed to have great friends outside of social media. I have great friends that actually care about made and my family.
- Facebook stalkers are REAL. They don't really care about you, they just want to know your business.
- When you don't post about your relationship for some time, people assume you two aren't doing good. So sad.
- I can accomplish so much more by directing my focus towards things of importance.
- Social media won't become a mini God in my life. I gotta keep Christ first.
- Many people on social media ain't talking about anything important.
- God can speak to me freely without having to compete with my addiction to social media.
- Social media can become addictive.
I want to encourage all those who are reading this to take a break from social media for a set amount of time. Trust me, you will still live. Life will go on. Focus on not putting anything before God. Learn to be still and listen to your inner self. Learn you are valuable and important outside of Social media.
Be the light in a dark world!
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I took this picture one day while on my way home. I couldn't resist as I passed by and saw the beautiful rays of lights coming through the clouds. To many this is nothing but a break in the clouds, but to me it reminded me how important it is to let my light (my love for Christ) shine in this dark world.
The many thoughts, ways, customs and views that surround us daily can at times be very consuming. There are hate groups, hate crimes, racial profiling, depression and mental illness all around us everyday. So what can one must do?
Still show love! ❤
Light will always win against darkness. Love will always overpower hate. Yes, at times tears and blood may be shed, but we can not give up. I myself pray. I pray for peace, love and harmony. I pray that we would humble ourselves and seek the face of God. I pray that although I am not perfect that I will be a light in a dark world.
I can only start with me. Change starts with me. I can pray for others. I can be an example. I can show love and forgiveness. One step and day at a time will I try to be the best me I can be. One day at a time, I will focus on being a Ray of light in someone's life. I pray you too will be a light
Be encouraged.
Time to let go!
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One of the hardest things for me to do at times is letting go. Whether it's letting go of habits that need to be changed, clothes that no longer fit or people in my life whose season has come and gone. I will admit, I'm just that type of person that tried to hold on even after God and the person has shown me that they are not beneficial for the place he is taking me.
Letting go hurts.
But letting go is where God has me right now. Over the course of this year he has shown me who my core friends are. These are the friends that call/text to check on me and my family. These are the friends who make an effort to ensure our friendship is solid and real. Life is busy for all, but when someone takes time to hang out with you, they really value your friendship. These are the friends that support your dreams and goals. Even if they have no personal intrest in what you are trying to do, they still make sure you know you are supported.
I never have to ask my real friends for support. And they never have to ask me to support them in what they are trying to accomplish. That is just what true friendship is…
It hurts, but letting go of some people has actually given me more peace. Finally I am realizing who are my ride and die friends, as opposed to those who are only in my life to benefit them.
I am so over being there for some people and they are not there for me. When they have a new book or anything exciting going on their lives, I buy whatever it is. I am,there for their event. Yet, I don't get the same love back.
I am so over texting people and there is no response. Yet, when they see me out and about they feel guilty and instantly remember I texted them. Naw, you can keep that type of friendship!
Yes it hurts to let some people go, but I now see them for who they are. I trust God to introduce new people to me that will value the type of friendship I care to share. I trust God with my heart because it is broken by the actions of others. I trust God with my future. I trust God with my life.
To the left, to the left! I forgive you, but I'm moving on.


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MUSC 143: Introduction to Rock Music
This course is designed to provide students with a knowledge of the history of rock music and its development within the broader context of American popular culture from the 1950s until today. The study of this music will allow students to develop their listening skills as well as a vocabulary with which they can intelligently discuss the music they hear in their daily lives.
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5 Questions: Flowerboy卓颖贤
Sydney producer, Flower Boy 卓颖贤 shares some thoughts on her first EP, 'FASCI(N)ATION'.
You've just released your debut EP! Can you tell us about the process behind creating 'FASCI(N)ATION'?
I guess 'FASCI(N)ATION' was less 'created' and more 'curated' if that makes sense. I had a lot of tracks written that were from a certain period of time in my life and I wanted this EP to reflect that. The only track I wrote specifically for the EP is 'SKIN.LIPS'. I originally intended for it to be the opening track, but as it developed I realised it was actually a note that I wanted to end on.
The newest part of the process for me was the constant reworking of tracks. My usual process is to write a track, and once I feel like it's done I just dump it onto soundcloud. But with curating an EP, I really put a lot more thought into not just whether the track sounded okay, but how it sounded in the context of the other tracks.
"If you take the 'N' out, it becomes the word 'fasciation', which refers to a kind of mutation that can happen to some kinds of plants."
Why the title 'FASCI(N)ATION'?
If you take the 'N' out, it becomes the word 'fasciation', which refers to a kind of mutation that can happen to some kinds of plants. It's an interesting thing to look into, because you learn that fasciated plants aren't always entirely fasciated, only certain parts of them. As well as that, fasciated flowers, for example, can grow back 'normally' the next season. It was a concept that resounded with me, and I love that the imagery ties in nicely with 'flower boy'.
What's one of your favourite tracks on the album?
My favourite track is actually 'SKIN.LIPS'. I think it's probably the most divisive track on the record because of how it ends, with a sustained note at a frequency that borders on physically painful to listen to... but it really captures an emotion that I still don't know how to put into words. The EP is a journey through many of my emotions, and this track is the finale. It's as euphoric as it is painful, and that's probably what I like most about it.
"The EP is a journey through many of my emotions...It's as euphoric as it is painful, and that's probably what I like most about it."
You've written that your music is 'essentially a very public yet hard-to-understand diary', which I love.
Basically my whole process is to take experiences and emotions and turn them into tracks. The story behind some are probably more obvious than others in their titles and descriptions on soundcloud. Others are a lot more obscure. My intention was never really to tell the world about my life through my music, it's more a way for me to record things for myself. I'm not much of a writer, so I find words can be really limiting. I mean, language is limiting. As a listener, I think it's just as, if not more important to process a song and relate to it in your own way - music translates differently for everyone. It doesn't matter to me whether or not you've understood the story behind the track - if what I've made speaks to you, your own interpretation and understanding is just as valid and important.
You're a mentor for All Girl Electronic this term! If you could share one piece of advice about releasing your own EP, what would it be?
Honestly, I'd say just find someone who's gone through it all and ask them questions. (I am open to being asked questions if someone so wishes!) And don't be afraid to make mistakes. This is cheesy, but at the end of the day, while success is nice, the process and the friends I made along the way are worth way more than any EP sales/reviews I could ever receive.


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#ERROR #CORPUS #MACHINA is a solo performance by Urmas Lüüs that connects human body and machines. Performer becomes a cyborg to express emotions through machines that act as a body extensions.
Duration: 40 min
Collaboration between Erik Alalooga, Tanel Kulla, Taavi Suisalu and Urmas Lüüs. Wicked journey through myserious soundscapes, industrial ambience, steam punk and dark performative acts.
Duration: 30 min
Venue: Pärnu Terviseparadiisi Veekeskus (Pärnu Health Paradise Waterpark)
Collaboration between Henri Hütt, Taavi Suisalu, Hannes Aasamets, Erik ALalooga and Urmas Lüüs.
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Who is Yoo?!
That's me, Joyce, a freelance designer based in San Francisco, California. I'm obsessed with design, food, and of course, travel. Seriously, when I'm not working, I'm traveling.
Welcome to Life with Yoo, a blog that follows my adventures as I explore what this beautiful planet has to offer. Along the way, I hope to discover some fun facts and tips I can share with you all to help you plan your next trip!
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Adriana & Orlando's Botanical Garden Engagement
San Jose, Costa Rica
Adriana and Orlando's engagement session took place at the Botanical Gardens in Cartago, Costa Rica. We arrived as early as possible to take advantage of the directional sunlight. It was a beautiful day, and there were so many great places to take photographs for their engagement we did not know where to start. We decided to shoot in the areas in direct sunlight and to take photographs of them in areas with constant shade later in the morning as the sun reached its zenith.
We decided on the cute fountain near the entrance. After taking some photos of them looking at the camera and with some poses, we waited for them to relax and start interacting, forgetting we where there taking pictures of them. The photos came out great. They are a great looking couple, and are rather photogenic.
After the fountain, we headed to a picturesque red bridge, but stopped in an area where there were many mature bamboo trees that would make for a good background. Here, where we got some great shots of them standing, embracing, and looking at each other, showing their love for one another. The low sun created some nice shadows as well.
At the quaint, red bridge, we first had them stand in the center and then sit and interact naturally. We took photographs of them from afar to incorporate the landscape and then closer to focus on their emotions and reactions to one another, in addition tosome photos of their reflection in the water. The photos of them siting really show what a great couple they make.
We then went to a lovely, narrow stone bridge where we took some formal engagement portraits of them sitting and then took more portraits of them as they stood outside nearby the window of a wooden building then from the inside for a silhouette. The sun was a bit higher so we used Orlando to partially block it to cast some shadow on Adriana's face to give it some depth. The way she looks at him in those pictures and the shadows made for some wonderful engagement photography, especially the black and white photographs.
Towards the end of the engagement session, Adriana and Orlando wanted photos of them walking on wooden planks that serve as a type of boardwalk. This area was shaded, so we used a silver reflector to cast fill light on their faces to give them dimension. Orlando looks chivalrous in the photographs.
On the way out, my wife wanted to photograph them laying in the grass near a bed of plants under a large tree that broke the sunlight into slivers and spots, adding to the photos. From looking at these pictures, it is no wonder they are getting married, given the obvious love they have for each other.


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My Internet Marketing Strategies For 2010
As a full-time online affiliate marketer I have a feeling 2010 is going to be one of those "Watershed Moments" in marketing on the web. There are several key factors currently in place or which will come into play early in the next year that could possibly change the whole ballgame.
First, we have the new FTC (Federal Trade Commission) Guidelines regarding Testimonials and Endorsements which came into effect on Dec. 1st of this
month. These new rules could have many long lasting ramifications for Internet marketers, regardless of what you're promoting on the web. Changes
that every online marketer should be aware of and be paying some attention to.
Second, we have the countless new changes within Google that's stirring up the pot, like never before. Real Time Search and Google Caffeine are just
two new things online marketers must also be paying attention to in their marketing. Google Caffeine, which is a major overhaul of Google's search engine could cause major fall-out for online marketers.
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In November 2018, my resignation as Artistic Director of WaterTower Theatre was announced. My final day was December 31, 2018, marking two complete years in the position. I am sorry to say goodbye to WaterTower Theatre, and wish everyone at WTT the best. Onward into the future for me!
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The federal government is being asked to set up a working group to help manage the "hardship" being caused by flying foxes on Australia's east coast.
A parliamentary committee, which held an inquiry into the issue last year, has also recommended the government establish a dedicated funding pool for flying-fox research and conservation.
"We still aren't sure why flying foxes are increasingly attracted to urban areas ... but it has caused a lot of hardship for a lot of Australians who are living with fruit bats," Nationals MP Andrew Broad told the lower house on Monday.


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MRSA stands for Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus aureus. It is a skin infection that is resistant to common antibiotics. It can lead to hospitalization, amputation, and even death. MRSA is a highly transferrable bacteria that thrives in shared areas, like health clubs.
MRSA flourishes in sweat and warm, moist areas. Gyms are highly susceptible to this bacteria because it can live for days on exercise machines, workout mats, and locker-room benches. Additionally, after a hard workout, a person's immune system is temporarily lowered.
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Like everyone else, anger is a thing I've worked on my whole life. From throwing tantrums as a kid, to dealing with drama in high school, to now life issues in general, I'm angry. But the thing is, I am angry for the right reasons. As I've grown older, I've learned that you can choose to be angry or not about some things. A lot of people waste so much time being angry over small things like bad drivers or rude waiters. You can never know what's really going on in other peoples lives, so do the right thing and move on. All that time you wasted being angry or bitching could be spent not being angry.
Ironically, I am angry about this. But I have a reason to be. Anger is important. It brings about change, it brings passion, and to quote my lecturer "to be angry is to be committed and engaged." Im choosing to be angry, because I think it's necessary. I'm angry for all the right reasons. I'm not wasting my time holding a grudge. For example, I've spilled wax on my quilt this week so I did the lazy thing to do and flipped it over. And so just a few days later, Daisy got pizza grease on the other side of the quilt. We laughed about it. I chose not to be angry about it because one, it's a material item, and two, she didn't do it on purpose. Ignoring unnecessary anger is not something that's easy to do. It takes time, patience, and it's something that I am continually working on.
Because I like lists, here are some examples of things that I'm angry about:
1. Stereotypes. This morning I walked to Starbucks in my Doc's, got some tea, listened to Jack White, and wore a beanie with my purple hair all at the same time. Now not even an hour later, I'm writing a blog post for my blog called Might As Wale. Hipster? It doesn't really need a label, it's just who I am and it feels great.
2. Gender inequality. I know too many people who've been raped (even just knowing one person who has been raped is too many), harassed, and been called sluts. I am angry that people still don't know what feminism is. It's equality and it's for everyone.
3. Going off that, getting older I've noticed that when I'm talking, I constantly get cut off by men, as if what I'm saying is not as important as what they are saying. Not all men do that on purpose and they might not realise that they did it, but it happens a lot.
There are a lot of over things that make me angry, like racism, sexism, and clothes without pockets.
Feel free to comment your thoughts about anger or anything that makes you angry.
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Went for steamboat with daddy yesterday, he saw a fryer saying there is steamboat promotion at Bandar Sunway. RM17+/pax, eat all you can type, and drinks are included.
But too bad he forgot the name of the shop, so we just take a round see if we can find a banner or something there, since it's promotion.
Then, we found this shop, Zhong Qing Steamboat. RM19.80/pax, drinks are included too.
We ordered 2 types of soup, the Chinese Herbal, and SzeChuan Hot and Spicy. Was thinking to order TomYam, but then we thought the Hot and Spicy are rather special, and not many steamboats restaurant serves this. But it's really a big disappointment..
1. Hot and Spicy soup, I would rather call it OIL soup. I wanted to taste the soup, but what I can get in the spoon are oil.. Nothing, but only the oil. And, it has got no hot, no spicy taste at all.
2. Chinese Herbal soup, this is good, only for the first round. The soup is sweet, and well, at least I can taste the herbal.
3. Free drinks. OK, I have to say, this is rather another big disappointment. They only serve hot Chinese tea, cold Chinese tea, and cold cincau (Hm, I can't really taste the cincau for this).
4. There aren't much choices, not variety. And, all serve in small container. Taste? Just so-so that you can find in the supermarket.
5. The shop is small, packed and full. You have to be very careful when you walk in and out to get your food. You may hit someone by accident then.
6. There are some side dishes other than the steamboats. They do serve rice, curry chicken? (it does look like curry chicken, but the meats are too small pieces that I actually thought it's the chicken lung or something at first glance) and another plate of I don't-know-what (it was empty the first time I saw it, and it's empty every other time I look at it).
I don't know if I'm too outdated? Or is it I'm too traditional? This is the very first time I ever had this kind of steamboat, that they refill water after first round. OMG, WATER??? So, after several times refill, the herbal soup will become like plain water? And, the hot n spicy soup will become plain water + oil? My goodness...
Fine, there will not be second time I will be ever go there again. A big no-no!!
Got nothing much to do during the Deepavali holiday, then I caught this movie on ASTRO. Can't really move my eyes from it actually, a very sad, yet real story. Couldn't believe there are actually happened somewhere at the other side of the earth.
Have you ever think of, why there is war?
Is it Power? Fame? Money? Or what?
A kid of not elder than 12 years old, are forced to pick up the guns to kill, or rather to get killed.
Heard of a sentence before, which says, "To accomplish a mission, there will always be sacrifices". Such sacrifices, is it worth, at all? We are talking about life here. A human life? Is it really doesn't matter at all?
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Synopsis (from Innovent Voices Official Website):
More than 300,000 children presently serve in armies in over 40 countries.
Based on the true story of screenwriter Oscar Torres's embattled childhood, Luis Mandoki's Innocent Voices is the poignant tale of Chava (Carlos Padilla), an eleven-year-old boy who suddenly becomes the "man of the house" after his father abandons the family in the middle of a civil war.
In El Salvador in the 1980s, the government's armed forces are already recruiting twelve year olds, rousting them out of their classes at the local middle school. If he is lucky, Chava has just one year of innocence left, one year before he, too, will be conscripted to fight the government's battle against the peasant rebels of the FMLN. Chava's life becomes a game of survival, not only from the bullets of the escalating war, but also from the dispiriting effects of daily violence. As he hustles to find work to help his single mother pay the bills, and experiences the pangs of first love for a beautiful classmate, Chava's tiny home village becomes both playground and battlefield.
Armed only with the love of his mother (Leonor Varela) and a small radio that broadcasts a forbidden anthem of love and peace, and faced with the impossible choice of joining either the army or the rebels, Chava finds the courage to keep his heart open, and his spirit alive, in his race against time.
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By: Dragongarow Lee
Illustrator: Dragongarow Lee
Release Date: November 6, 2018
Publisher: VIZ Media: Shonen Jump
Every once in a while something magical happens. Sometimes we're blessed with fanfiction that gets sanctioned by the series. Sometimes, we get manga like this. Dragon Ball: The Time I Got Reincarnated as Yamcha is by Dragongarow Lee, a fan artist who is well known in the community.


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Neurofeedback in Popular Media/
Neurofeedback has been a frequent topic in popular media in the last couple of years.
Below is a sample of articles about neurofeedback that have been published in popular media.
Training can calm mind, boost focus
Poughkeepsie Journal
May 2, 2015
What Studying The Brains Of Smokers Reveals About Quitting Successfully
Huffington Post
May 14, 2015
Neurofeedback as a Treatment for Parkinson's Disease
Psychology Today
May 4, 2015
Neurofeedback' helping to re-train distracted brains
Vancouver Sun
February 16, 2015
Can Neurofeedback Help Kids with ADHD Press the Restart Button?
February 3, 2015
Therapists are using neurofeedback to treat ADHD, PTSD and other conditions.
Washington Post
January 19, 2015
The healing mind: how neurofeedback is treating trauma
The Australian
July 26, 2014
Neurofeedback Increases Affection, Builds Empathy
Scientific American
May 21, 2014
Can You Be Trained To Feel More Empathy?
Huffington Post
May 27, 2014
Brain Training And The End Of The Prozac Generation
Forbes Magazine
March 4 2014
Neurofeedback for ADHD: Significant, Lasting Improvement
February 26, 2014
School-based brain training shown to alleviate ADHD
Boston Globe February 17, 2014


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What better way to prepare yourself for Halloween than with a playlist? Whether you're here for some spooks, thrills, or simply content that excites your senses and imagination, Sweet Sweet Kpop has got you covered. We've prepared a playlist of with some of the most iconic, spine-chilling K-pop tracks to get you excited for Halloween! The… Continue reading Get Into the Halloween Spirit with these Spooky K-pop Tracks!
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15 Creepy Kpop MVs You Need to Watch on Halloween
Happy Halloween!! Hello sweeties! Guess what today is?! It's Halloween!! Yeeeeah! Halloween is all about creepy and spooky things, so we've got a special treat for you. Our Sweet Sweet Kpop team has put together a special article of the 15 music video we found are the most creepy and spooky; perfect for a day like… Continue reading 15 Creepy Kpop MVs You Need to Watch on Halloween
5 Easy Kpop Inspired Halloween Costumes
It can be kind of difficult to find creative Halloween costumes that are easy to put together and look good, so here's a short list of 5 costumes based off of Kpop looks! F(x) Red Light This costume is very easy! Start by doing a dark and dramatic smoky eye and eyeliner with a long… Continue reading 5 Easy Kpop Inspired Halloween Costumes
Top 10 Scariest Kpop MV's
Heeeey everybody ~ You all know what's coming up soon, right??! ....... Halloween! To put you in the mood of Halloween, we decided to do a top 10 of the best Halloween themed Kpop MV's. I'm sure you're all excited to see who's going to be in the list right?! So let's get to it!… Continue reading Top 10 Scariest Kpop MV's


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What is Orgonite?
Orgonite was created by William Reich, a psychiatrist who was doing studies on orgone energy. He discovered that energy could be changed if metal and organic materials were combined. Orgonite was the outcome of his research. A piece of orgonite consists of metal particles suspended in a resin mix with a quartz crystal in the middle. The different elements in orgonite attract and repel each other and subsequently generate a unique energy which has the ability to cleanse stagnant and negative energy.
5 Ways You Can Benefit From Using Orgonite
It helps to balance the electromagnetic frequencies that we are surrounded with. In this digital age, frequencies are broadcast in the air and can contribute to stress and fatigue, depression, headaches, insomnia and lowered immune systems. Keep orgonite in your home or office to keep the energy clear.
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Pulsing + Shaking Festival: NYC
An annual contemporary music festival will be featuring a performance of selected pieces by emerging NYU composers. Two nights only! Lucy Yao will perform works Kyle Brenn and Taylor Arnold.
An annual contemporary music festival will be featuring a performance of selected pieces by emerging NYU composers. Two nights only! Lucy Yao will perform works Kyle Brenn and Taylor Arnold.
Boston Conservatory Contemporary Classical Music Ensemble: contraBAND presents African Voices in Contemporary Music.
AYO OGUNRANTI: "African Rhythms"
JOSHUA UZOIGWE: "Talking Drums: Ukom"
KEVIN VOLANS: "Walking Song"
UZOIGWE: "Talking Drums: Illulu"
VIMBAYI KAZIBONI: "Two Folk Songs from Zimbabwe"
UZOIGWE: "Talking Drums: Egwu Amala"
HAMZA EL DIN: "Escalay"
Vimbayi Kaziboni, conductor
in Collaboration with EARUNIT
Tickets here! https://billetto.dk/en/e/lucy-yao-pianist-tickets-301338
Program starts at 19.30 in Denmark, 1:30 PM EST
Livestreamed at https://www.facebook.com/lyao3
Aaron Hynds
Robot; Ready for piano and electronics
Lil Lacy
Movement I
Movement II
Claude Debussy
Images, Premiere série
Reflets dans l'eau
Ejnar Kanding
Piano Pieces
1. Forest Lake
2. Night Fire
3. Impression
4. Expression
5. Still Waters
James Mobberley
Phenomena for fixed media and piano (2007) Ripples
Primus Inter Pares
Pierre Boulez
Douze Notations
Billetpris: 50 kr (kan købes i døren kontant eller via mobilepay: 20761179), medlemmer af koncertforeningen EARUNIT har gratis adgang. Billetprisen er inkl et glas vin.
Lucy Yao is a pianist, multidisciplinary artist, teacher, and chamber musician. She draws from a rich repertoire ranging from 17th century solo piano works to interdisciplinary projects and music with electronics. Her performances have led her from the Chopin Festival in Naleczow, Poland, a renovated cathedral-music venue in Copenhagen, to the Contemporary Opera Ensemble at the Manhattan School of Music, and beyond the usual scale of a concert pianist. As a passionate activist, she has organized benefit concerts for the ACLU and American Lung Cancer Foundation at her alma mater, Western Michigan University, as well as in Denmark. She is the founder of a contemporary collective based in NYC, which gives voice to forgotten women in history. Recently, her primary influences are Rachmaninoff, Shakespeare, Aristotle, Greta Gerwig, Cy Twombly, Yayoi Kusama, Murakami, and Studio Ghibli films. She has held collaborative pianist positions at the Interlochen Academy of the Arts, the University of Michigan, and the Manhattan School of Music. Lucy has degrees from the Manhattan School of Music and Western Michigan University.
Current projects and performances can be found on her website: https://lucy-yao.com
Presenting a concert of classical and contemporary works for solo piano at the St. Thomas More Church in Kalamazoo, Michigan that I've worked on for the past year as well as some fresh pieces!
St Thomas More Catholic Parish Church
421 Monroe St, Kalamazoo, MI 49006
pc: vergecampus
The courtyard of the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum
Experience and be challenged by forces juxtaposing each other in a program for very *new* piano, electronics, with the classical piano repertoire!
Boulez Douze Notations
Bach Prelude and Fugue WTC Book II B-flat minor
James Mobberley Phenomena (2007) for piano and fixed media
Arvo Pärt Fratres (1977) for Violin and Piano with MADELINE HOCKING
Beethoven Sonata Op. 109 in E major
Night Glow ** (2018) Kirsten Milenko for bowed piano
Chopin Barcarolle Op. 60
Tix: $15 at door
Combining styles and genres that are music that could not be further apart, classically trained pianist Lucy Yao brings a program varying from 18-th century chromatic fugues to the distortion of 15 pianos being recorded simultaneously playing back, to the architecture of spider webs, back to the venetian-inspired barcarolle. The program will feature the New York-based interdisciplinary collective, "Strangers in a Room" with dancers Moscelyne Parkeharrison and Barry Gans in a world premiere of "Threshold" (2018) for music and dance by Trey Makler.
His music draws from a broad spectrum of techniques, influences, and experiences to craft deeply moving and expressive pieces ranging from tonal to experimental. This eclecticism allows Makler a flexible approach to creating, with his process constantly changing from piece to piece. He especially enjoys collaborating closely with musicians and artists from all disciplines in an effort to break from the traditional solitude that comes with being a composer.
Manhattan School of Music in Bossi-Comelli Studio
Admittance: Free
To celebrate the holidays, we're playing a variety of Christmas Carols, hymns, and chamber works for SATB and piano, as well as solo works for piano.
WHERE: St. Joseph Mercy Hospital, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA
The Danish Academy of Music and Manhattan School of Music bring to you a pre-concert lecture, a concert experience of the Hocking Trio, and a jam session! In the KoncertKirken, a former church converted into a concert venue, the Trio will play contemporary, romantic, and the masterpiece: Ravel Trio in A minor.
Program to include pieces for solo piano, violin/piano, Piano Trio, Piano Trio w/ electronics, free improvisation w/ electronics.
Debussy Reflets dans l'eau
Brahms Violin Sonata D minor
James Mobberley Phenomena
-Web: Chromatic Spirals
-Peace Study
-Primus Inter Pares
Ravel Trio
Chopin Barcarolle
Enjoy a six-hand chamber performance of Schnittke as part of the first Copenhagen International Piano Festival at the Royal Danish Academy of Music. Free.
WHERE: Royal Danish Academy of Music ; Rosenørns Allé 22, 1970 Frederiksberg.
Schnittke: Hommage a Stravinsky, Prokofiev and Shostakovich
Hands: Nadia Okrusko, Kendzi Tanaka, Lucy Yao
FULL SCHEDULE & INFO: https://www.dkdm.dk/cipf
Late Night Contemporary Series
Location: The Royal Danish Academy of Music
Ivan Wyschnegradsky Preludes for Quarter-Tone
Kendzi Tanaka, Lucy Yao
James Mobberley Phenomena
-Web: Chromatic Spirals
Studio Concert in Royal Danish Academy of Music ; Havesalen (Garden Hall)
Soprano, Katrin Helena Kuslap
7 Composers. 21 Musicians. 7 Pieces of Music composed, rehearsed, and performed in 24 hours.
Taken from the Manhattan School of Music's concept of the concert, Lucy Yao has started the first 24 Hour Concert Challenge as a way to bring performers of different training and backgrounds in collaboration with the composers of the Royal Danish Academy of Music. The composers come in without any written material and meet with the performers at the beginning of the 24 hours. From there on, it is up to them to decide how to structure their compositional process and rehearsals. This is an experiment to see what composers are capable of when they are pushed past their limits to the point of breaking down boundaries of judgment that ordinarily come when there is time to do so. This is a space free from the rigorous expectations and constraints that most classical musicians face daily. This is what happens when chance is taken as the only constant.


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Coral Reef:10 hours of Oceanscape
Sit back, relax and enjoy the colourful world of coral reefs as BBC Earth takes you on a journey through some of the most vibrant parts of our
blue planet with this 10 hour loop.
Have you seen?
What is Life?
Duration: 4mins
Genre: Debate
Is reality and virtual reality becoming confused? A 4 minute thought provoking ...
BBC Click
Duration: 24 mins
Genre: Science
Click is the BBC's flagship technology programme, offering ...
Hot Air - Climate Documentary
Duration: 90:00
Genre: Climate
Documentary about Climate Change and Politics in New Zealand by Alister Barry ...
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Moe Show Pet Store
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Bees,bugs and breakfast
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'Bugman' Ruud Kleinpaste shows us why we need our special bugs, birds, ...
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Climat Change: The Facts
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A beginners gjuide to climate change.


text: Auto insurance firm Safety Insurance Group SAFT, +1.49% postponed its initial public offering because of market conditions. The company had hoped to offer 6 million shares at $13 to $14 each with underwriter CS First Boston for a debut on Friday. The company trimmed its estimated price level from $16 to $18 and increased the number of shares to 6 million from 5 million. Meanwhile, Irvine, Calif.-based Commercial Capital Bancorp ccbi set terms of its $50 million initial public offering at 5 million shares with an estimated price range of $9 to $11 a share. Sandler O'Neill, and Friedman Billings Ramsey are underwriters on the deal.


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Diagnosing the cause of a dog's food allergies or food intolerances can be a matter of trial and error that involves exclusion diets and medications.
Canine food allergies and food intolerances are perhaps the most difficult pet ailments to diagnose, and the effects and symptoms of these problems can make life difficult and uncomfortable.
"Food allergies and food intolerances are usually investigated as a last resort when all other lines of investigation fail to bring up results," explained Dr. Michael Levine, DVM, who added, "There's no one specific test for a dog with suspected food allergies or food intolerances. Instead, it's a matter of systematically ruling out what foods aren't causing the problem by means of an exclusion diet. The process can take months."
Food intolerances are different from food allergies in that the food item does not trigger an allergic response. Instead, the body simply cannot process or tolerate a food, resulting most often in chronic vomiting and diarrhea. Symptoms like dry, itchy skin and hair loss can also occur in the case of food intolerance, but they are not the result of an allergic response; instead, these symptoms arise as a result of dietary deficiencies. Dietary deficiencies are common in dogs with food intolerance problems, as the body works to expel the offending food as soon as possible, resulting in diarrhea or vomiting. This limits the amount of time the body has to absorb vitamins and nutrients, causing problems with the skin and coat and other body systems.
Symptoms of Food Allergies and Food Intolerance in Dogs
There is no one symptom that points to a food allergy or intolerance as the cause of a dog's health problems; this is part of what makes the conditions so difficult to diagnose. Instead, there's an array of symptoms that can be associated with a dog's food allergy or intolerance and the symptoms can vary dramatically from case to case.
The most common signs of a dog with a food allergy or intolerance will include the following symptoms, which will usually be seen on a chronic basis:
- Itchy skin
- Itchy feet and paws (which usually leads to biting and chewing at the paws)
- Dry skin
- Flaky skin
- Hair loss
- Skin rashes and hives
- Recurrent ear infections (in particular, yeast infections)
- Recurrent skin infections and hot spots
- Chronic vomiting
- Chronic diarrhea
- Frequent bowel movements
In many cases of a dog with food allergies, the symptoms will wax and wane over time, and new symptoms may arise as other symptoms seem to improve.
Food allergies can literally arise overnight. And the allergen could be a food or ingredient that the dog has eaten without problems for years, making the situation confusing and frustrating for pet owners, who are baffled by the dog's symptoms which arise despite no significant life changes.
Treating Food Allergies and Intolerances
Food allergies do not respond well to treatments that are often helpful for other types of allergies in dogs. A dog with food allergies will not typically respond to anti-histamine or steroid treatment, or there will be a limited improvement for a day or two before the symptoms return.
The most common treatment for a dog with food allergies or food intolerances involves an exclusion diet. An exclusion diet typically involves eliminating one ingredient at a time from the dog's diet for a period of two weeks. This usually means serving special dog food varieties or a homemade diet until the offending food has been identified.
If, when a food item is excluded from the diet, the dog's symptoms improve or disappear, this indicates that the food in question was causing an allergic reaction or tolerance problem. Unfortunately, multiple ingredients can be involved in food allergies and sensitivities, further complicating the process.
The most common foods known to trigger food allergies include:
- Beef
- Chicken
- Eggs
- Dairy
- Wheat
- Corn
- Soy
One option available to owners of dogs with food allergies or intolerances involves serving special dog food formulas, which contain different ingredients from most other dog foods, which are typically comprised of beef, chicken, wheat, and corn. If the source of a dog's allergy or intolerance is one of these four ingredients, switching to a new food that does not have these ingredients should alleviate the symptoms. This is typically the first approach in the case of a dog with suspected food allergies or a food intolerance.
The most common alternative food formulas used for dogs with dietary intolerance or food allergies is a lamb and rice formula, or a duck and potato formula, both of which are available in an array of brands, including Wellness, Natural Balance, Royal Canin and Science Diet.
Related Reading
Pet owners who found this article helpful may also be interested to learn more about the other causes of itchy, flaky skin in dogs and how to treat canine skin allergies. Owners of a dog with a suspected food allergy may also benefit from making a few dietary changes that will help promote overall skin health.


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1 Broadway show really hopes to rock Super Bowl
NEW YORK (AP) On Super Bowl Sunday, there will be a group of people sweating out in the cold in front of millions, doing what they do best. And that group is, of course, the Broadway cast of "Rock of Ages."
Fourteen singers and dancers from the Tony-nominated show will be performing two hair-band-centric 30-minute sets live outside MetLife Stadium in the hours before kickoff, braving the elements but also giving incredible attention to the 5-year-old show.
"Everyone keeps saying it's a once-in-a-lifetime thing that the Super Bowl is in New York, so to have `Rock of Ages' perform on Super Bowl Sunday is amazing," said Matthew DiCarlo, the show's production stage manager.
The second show will close out the Fox live pre-game show from 5:10-5:40 p.m., a coveted slot. Other musical acts include Phillip Phillips and The Band Perry, and Bill O'Reilly will conduct a live sit-down interview with President Barack Obama. Millions of people will be tuned in.
At a recent rehearsal in midtown, DiCarlo watched as cast members ran through their crowded set, which includes songs such as "I Wanna Rock," "Here I Go Again," "I Can't Fight This Feeling" and "Don't Stop Believin."'
They've had to adjust to a smaller space – masking tape on the floor marked off a new 12-by-32-foot stage – and sing into wooden sticks to help them get familiar with using microphones, which they don't use on Broadway.
They've also learned new choreography – including some nods to the game itself, including mimicking an extra-point kick – and a new set list, since the songs in the show are in a different order. Thermal underwear may also be needed.
The cast, which includes Kate Rockwell, Aaron C. Finley, Joey Calveri, Genson Blimline and Adam Dannheisser, says it will be ready. After all, they're Broadway pros.
"It's almost become second nature, in a way," said Blimline, who plays the narrator and, for the record, is a Jets fan. "The venue around you may change but essentially the material is always the same."
Dannheisser, who plays the owner of a rock club in the show, can't let a reference like that pass. He jokingly jumps in with the Bon Jovi lyric from "Dead or Alive": "It's always the same, only the names have changed."
The high exposure for "Rock of Ages" is part of a push by Broadway producers to grab the attention of football fans crowding the New York-New Jersey area. A 13-block stretch of Broadway encompassing Times Square has been closed to traffic, renamed Super Bowl Boulevard and converted into a rollicking theme park. The cast of "Rock of Ages" will do a 30-minute set there on Thursday afternoon, too.
Other shows including "Pippin," "Newsies," "Motown the Musical," "Rocky," "Mamma Mia!" and "Chicago" will be appearing at nearby Bryant Park. "Jersey Boys" will join "Rock of Ages" on Super Bowl Sunday outside MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J.
"Rock of Ages," which was made into a film starring Tom Cruise and Alec Baldwin, tells the story of small-town girl and an aspiring rocker who share the dream of fame and whose paths cross at a legendary rock club.
Their glittery romance is set to a rock `n' roll soundtrack that includes "Every Rose Has Its Thorn," "Cum on Feel The Noize" and "I Wanna Know What Love Is."
Dannheisser, who grew up outside Philadelphia and has been with "Rock of Ages" since it opened in 2009, says the show is a perfect match for fist-pumping football fans who already know the soundtrack.
"There's nothing pretentious about our show. It makes fun of itself," said Dannheisser, who shares a hysterical duet with Blimline of "I Can't Fight This Feeling" in the mini-show while both wear the NFL jerseys of the opposing quarterbacks. "It knows what it is and it's of the people."
More than any show on Broadway, "Rock of Ages" has pulled out the stops when it comes to welcoming football fans. In addition to the new live sets, producers have managed to persuade three current and former NFL stars – Randall Cobb, Joique Bell and Ahman Green – to do cameos on Broadway this week. They'll all play a bartender with four short scenes.
"Anybody who knows me knows I'm really random and I do some of the most random things ever. I'll just add this to my list," Cobb, a Green Bay Packer wide receiver, said before his stint. "I want to be as diverse as I can."
Just be careful about hoping he and his fellow players break a leg, as the old theater idiom goes. "I hope not," Cobb said. "I already broke one last year. Let's break something else."
Online: http://www.rockofagesmusical.com
Mark Kennedy can be reached at http://twitter.com/KennedyTwits


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OK, one more word about Christmas, and it's a good one. Look here and read the story that goes with the picture.
OK. Today I'm feeling a little down. Not sure it's down so much as it's just blah. Christmas is over, there's a major project that has to get done by Friday, and I have to study for the bar exam (at the end of February. Again).
But it's more than that. I've decided that after law school, I really don't want to be a lawyer (but you know this if you've read this blog). But it's more than that; I'm deciding that, as much as I like the people I work with right now, there's something about at least certain aspects of the practice of law, and particular of litigation-related law, that just rubs me the wrong way.
Trying to get people served with process (i.e., notified that they are being sued) on Thanksgiving or Christmas Eve? It seems to me that, no matter how bad (from your client's perspective) what the party might have done is, there's something fundamentally wrong about that kind of action. It's just vengeful, and it doesn't materially speed things up, or make the other party more amenable to settling with you. It's nastiness for the sake of nastiness.
As an attorney, you can't tell your client not to do this. Attorneys are, literally, at the beck and call of their clients. You could advise a client that this might not be a good idea, but you can't refuse to do it if the client wants it done. Not unless you want to risk (a) losing a client or (b) being grieved for malpractice.
That kind of behavior in litigation drives a wedge between parties (and sometimes, as I've had an opportunity to observe, attorneys).
Don't get the wrong idea. We do a lot of good stuff, too, protecting peoples' rights, suing for the right reasons and in the right ways. A lot of good. But for me, the occasional "bad bits" like the service issue above are weighing on my soul.
So. My goal is not to be in the same place a year from now that I am today.
I'm giving myself a year, but I'd prefer it to be six months. I really want to get my mediation practice going. I want to be able to smile at my face in the mirror and know that I'm working to bring parties together, not drive them apart.
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Hurricane Disaster Response
September 20, 2018
Following Hurricane Michael and Hurricane Florence, here are ways you can respond. The Western North Carolina Conference Committee on Relief continues to monitor the damages and will provide updates on Conference response efforts. For more information, visit www.wnccumc.org/committee-on-relief.
Donate funds to relief efforts
Your gifts ensure that our conference will be able to provide help and hope for those left homeless or otherwise affected by disaster for years to come. Please mark your donations for Western North Carolina teams and ministries as "Disaster Response," and make checks payable to:
Western North Carolina Conference
PO Box 2757
Huntersville, NC 28070
Assemble UMCOR relief supply kits
- Follow UMCOR's relief kit assembly instructions online.
- We suggest every church has 12 cleaning kits ready and available.
Disaster Response Volunteers
Conference Early Response Teams (ERT) are trained, credentialed and registered through the Disaster Response Ministry of the conference.
- Contact Conference Disaster Response Coordinator Ricky Hill to report damages within the Western North Carolina Conference.
- ERT Work in Western NC: Early Response Teams will be notified for deployment by the District or Conference Coordinator(s), if needed.
- ERT Work in other Conferences: Invitations to aid outside our conference will be communicated to you as they arrive in our office. Sometimes they are also available at UMVIM.
- Groups or individuals wishing to help sort mission materials or volunteer in the Mission Response Center should contact Dwaine Morgan at 828.478.2106.
Conference Contacts
For general disaster response questions, Early Response Team deployment or to report a disaster within the Western North Carolina Conference, contact Disaster Response Coordinator Ricky Hill.
For public information, grant information, UMCOR relations, policy and procedures, contact Committee on Relief Chair, Rev. Steve Cheyney or Conference staff contact Caroline Wood.
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August 31, 2016
How It Went Down by Kekla Magoon
How It Went Down
by Kekla Magoon
Henry Holt
The store owner steps onto the sidewalk and calls for Tariq Johnson, who is hurrying away, to stop. Everyone who was out on the sidewalk is sure that they know what is going on. First is the man who sees another street punk whose surely just robbed the store and tries to stop him. But there were also members of the local gang, some of whom know he was armed while others are just as sure he wasn't. him a young man who has robbed the store. Then there was the man driving through the neighborhood who sees Tariq tussling with the man who tried to stop him. This man steps out of his car and puts a stop to the nonsense once and for all with two quick shots from the gun he is licensed to carry.
Confused? That's the point.
When street crime happens, it happens fast. People make snap decisions. Then they are left trying to unravel what happened.
The events that set it all in motion are fairly clear-cut. Tariq went to the store to buy groceries for his mother. He forgot to wait for the change. The store owner knows his mom and dashed out onto the sidewalk to try to catch Tariq and hand over the money. As he called out to Tariq the first assumption was made and things spiraled out of control.
But just what happened? Several characters swear he was armed. Others are equally certain that he wasn't. Person by person, characters throughout the neighborhood tell their part of the story. We hear from Tariq's best friend, the shooter, the store owner and even the girl who performed CPR. He is described as a good son, a good brother, an amazing friend, a street punk, a would-be gang member, and more. As the characters talk, they start to question "Did I know the real Tariq?"
While Magoon never comes out and says "Tariq was not a gangster" or "Tariq was a gangster," I know what I think. That said, I'm sure another reader could come to a different conclusion. And I think that's a lot of what makes this book essential. There's just enough space for each reader to bring their own interpretation to the story.
This is definitely a book that deserves a place in the modern classroom. It is sure to spark discussions and, hopefully, more than a little thought. It is a book about today's headlines, what we know, who we are and what we can be. It isn't overly optimistic but it does end on a note of hope for Tariq's friends and family if not his neighborhood. Add this book to your shelf today.


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The StarTribune editorial board outlined the concerns raised by R. D. Offutt's conversion of pineland forests to potato production areas and praised DNR Commissioner Tom Landwehr for calling a halt to conversion and requiring an environmental assessment work sheet. The StarTribune Board called Landwehr's action "farsighted" and, in my words, brave, since, in the StarTribune Board's words "(w)ith the Republican House's focus on lightening businesses' regulatory burden, decisions like Landwehr's likely aren't going to be politically popular."
The Board voiced its disappointment that other state commissioners, notably Health and Agriculture, had not "more publicly" backed Landwehr. Agriculture and Health have strong interests in–and responsibilities for–groundwater, our drinking water reserve.


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8 places to look for a budget wedding gown
When most women receive a proposal, the first thing they begin to look for and dream of tends to be their wedding gown.
Between the array of styles, colors, fabrics and details, the option of dresses seem to be endless.
For many (and if you've ever watched a wedding show you know this to be true), the dress in one's mind can often times be contradictory to the price they're willing or want to spend.
You might not know how much a dress can run you until you begin to shop, and when you do, it can quickly become apparent that your dream and your budget just don't mix.
Still, no one wants to settle for a less-than-perfect dress. After all, you want to feel beautiful on your big day.
So, how do you find the best dress for you all while staying within your price range? Here are eight places to find a budget wedding gown.
1. Consider Your Favorite Store
Contrary to popular belief, no one said you had to go to a store that specifically sells only wedding gowns. While wedding shops are great places with tons of options, they tend to have some rather expensive selections. Instead, consider looking at mass retailers you may not have thought of.
Companies like J. Crew, Banana Republic and Anthropologie all have wedding gown lines that are surprisingly affordable while still being quite beautiful. Moreover, if you find a budget wedding gown, you can always use the money you saved to add embellishments you might have wanted on your dress.
2. Check Out Sample Sales
Many wedding dress shops hold sample sales each season as they get ready to switch out inventory. In fact, some boutiques and shops will hold specific sample sale blowouts where you can find otherwise pricey dresses at deep discounts.
Of course, sample sales mean you're receiving a sample gown, or in other words, the gowns future brides have tried on, which means they're slightly worn. That being said, be sure to look over your gown carefully to ensure any imperfections or signs of wear can be fixed through mending and cleaning.
Furthermore, make sure you buy a dress that's a tad bigger rather than smaller, as you can always take things in, but it's much harder to let garments out. Still, if you have expensive tastes, but a strict budget, going with a sample can help you get the dress of your dreams.
3. Go Vintage
If you're someone who finds hidden gems in vintage stores or flea markets, this could be a great option for you to find a budget wedding gown.
Of course, as any vintage shopper knows, this isn't exactly the easiest option as it often takes some major searching before finding a truly great treasure. Nevertheless, some stores could have beautiful, antique options at great prices.
4. Consider a Used Gown
Along with vintage gowns, you may want to consider searching for a used wedding gown as well. Sites like WoreItOnce.com have a large inventory of gently worn dresses for great prices.
Moreover, many charitable organizations sell or auction off used dresses and the proceeds go to the cause. Since brides only wear their gowns once, you may be able to find a lovely budget wedding gown that looks like new.
5. Try a Prom Dress or Other Formal Gown
This particular option may be difficult to wrap your head around, however, it's often the fact that you're purchasing a wedding dress that racks up the price. Without the "wedding dress" label, you can find a formal gown that's just as fantastic and works just as well for the occasion.
Browse local shops or the formal sections in department stores which often have selections of white, cream, or ivory dresses that would work perfectly for your big day. Not to mention the fact that you may even get to wear it again!
6. Think Outside the Box on Designer
You've no doubt heard some of the big designer names of clothing and bridal gowns alike. However, in the case of your wedding dress, it may pay to think outside the box and search for up-and-coming designers that don't have much exposure yet.
Browse online for newer designers – by doing so you could find a beautiful and unique dress at a great price.
7. Rent a Dress
If you're truly stuck on keeping your dress forever, this may not be the choice for you, but if you'd rather spend your budget on other details as opposed to a dress you'll only wear once, renting may be your best option.
There are tons of great rental sites online like Rent the Runway, Vow to be Chic, or Borrowing Magnolia, that offer a large selection of dresses for rent at prices that are by far less than half the price you might spend to purchase a dress. Furthermore, many of these sites offer high-end designer options, which is great if you have caviar tastes without the funds.
8. Custom Make a Dress
When most people think of custom made anything they often think of expensive prices. However, that's not always the case. Look in your local listings for seamstresses or dressmakers who'd be available and up to making a custom gown. Instead of paying for the markup you receive at retailer locations, you'll only pay for materials and the time it takes the seamstress to design and make your dress.
Of course, before moving forward with a custom made gown, be sure to check past customers reviews and pictures so you know you're receiving quality work.
Every bride envisions her dream wedding dress. But finding a dream dress can sometimes lead to a bride to falling in love with a dress that doesn't fit within her budget.
Thankfully, there are so many more places to purchase a budget wedding gown that don't involve specific bridal shops or their expensive prices. Don't be afraid to search or think outside the box. If you do, you may find your idyllic wedding gown and stay on budget.
8 Places to Look for a Budget Wedding Gown is a post originally published on: Everything Finance - Everything Finance - Its all about Money!
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A cheap n' easy way to say "you're cheap n' easy, and I love you."
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Take two of Tinkertown Pies' Cherry Rosemary Pie and I think I nailed it this time, you guys!
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We will be closing a touch early tonight. We will re-open tomorrow morning at our usual time of 10AM
Inspirational crystal quote of the day:"If you don't design your own life plan, chances are you'll fall into someone else's plan. And guess what they have planned for you? Not much" - Jim Rohn
Good morning to all of you creatures of the deep! It's yet another spectacular morning here at the beach on this fine Tuesday 'morn! The temperature is doing the mambo at 59 degrees as the sun is in a full cumbia across the lower part of the sky! Baile! The surf is still knocking about here in town, so what are you waiting for? My permission? Ha! Go get your dancing shoes on and get down, boggie, oogie, oogie!
CHANNEL: That middle bar is still supporting this swell better than a jock strap! The wave in question is mowing through at a waist to almost chest high right down the center of the plate, so you'd be able to spank a stand-up double right into the gap! There is also a very stiff off-shore breeze so keep that in mind during your take-off. HOWEVER, not many of them are clean. It's a section-y day to-be-sure, but there is a corner in which to glide upon and the patient and keen-eye surfer will be able to discern which is the winning lotto ticket.
About five (5) there now on logs and janitor gear hoping to win the Power Ball!
PATCH: There is indeed a waist high (+/-) wave there to slide upon but it's right smack dab in the middle-to-the-inside of the Clam Patch. The tide is coming in, so dings and losing your fin are at a minimum (We do have ding repair here at the shop...just sayin') but that tide is going to put on the WWF choke-hold pretty soon. Not to mention, but I will... that either the long paddle back to the ramp for a (hopefully) well timed exit, or the tedious long climb across walls and rocks due to the Ming Yao sized tide are going to be something to be aware of. So, use your noodle and be careful. About eight (8) logs out there mostly doing the straight off, Adolph routine.
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Respect the Beach.
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WINTER HOURS are now in effect. We are now open daily from 10am - 5pm from NOVEMBER through APRIL.
Come out to rent if you need gear. We have a full selection of suits, boots, boards, and SUPs to rent every day and are only 522 steps to the beach.
Lots of NEW and USED boards are in the racks so come check it out. Full wetsuits, 3 and 5mm booties, hoods and gloves are in stock as well. If you are in need of a new suit or board now is a great time to shop. We have all the gear for your cold water surfing needs.


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Waning Moon Sabat Sale in the Haute Macabre Shop
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The Sabbat poster is currently on sale, celebrating the cycle of the Moon from light to dark.
Customers within the USA may take advantage of free shipping of the print with code "Luna".
Our international friends may use code "Virgo" for 10% off the Sabbat poster.
The Sabbat poster measures 18×24 inches, silk screened in three shades of grey by Monolith Press, and features an original illustration by Jordan Barlow. This is a limited edition poster, and will not be reprinted.
These special codes will be valid throughout the waning period until the New Moon this Sunday, September 9.
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NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - More than half of U.S. drivers killed in car accidents had alcohol or drugs in their system at the time of the crash, according to a new study.
Using data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration on fatalities in 14 states, researchers found that men and people driving at night were the most likely to have alcohol, marijuana or other illicit or prescription drugs show up on a toxicology screen after the accident.
The records couldn't show whether drivers had enough of a certain drug in their system to feel or act impaired or if prescription drugs were used incorrectly.
"All they really can say is that this is the frequency with which you see drugs in the blood of fatally injured drivers," said Robert Voas, who studies alcohol and highway safety at the Pacific Institute for Research and Evaluation in Calverton, Maryland.
"But whether any of the drugs or a particular combination of drugs was causing the crash - their data can't tell you that," said Voas, who wasn't involved in the new study.
"There's a need for more testing, and more consistency within the testing," said Joanne Brady of Columbia University in New York, who co-authored the research.
For example, not all states test for the same drugs at the time of a crash, or have a policy to test consistently at all, Brady told Reuters Health. And there are still questions about how multiple drugs might interact to affect a driver's ability to focus on the road.
Out of 20,150 fatally injured drivers in 2005 to 2009, 57 percent tested positive for at least one drug - including one in five who had multiple drugs in their system when the accident occurred. Alcohol was the most common drug to show up on tox screens, followed by marijuana and stimulants, which include Adderall and amphetamines.
Sixty percent of men killed while driving had drugs or alcohol in their system, compared to less than half of women. People who had an accident at night or on the weekend were also more likely to test positive than those driving on a weekday.
Blacks and whites were equally likely to test positive on a tox screen after a fatal accident - but Asians were much less likely to have drugs or alcohol in their system, and Native Americans much more likely, according to findings published in the journal Addiction.
The researchers didn't have data on the amount of the drug present in blood or urine samples, and cut-offs for levels that reflect impairment at the time of an accident aren't always clear, they added.
For example, a person could still test positive for marijuana use days or weeks after last smoking, said Brady and co-author Dr. Guohua Li.
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, there were more than 10,000 traffic fatalities in 2010 involving a driver with a blood alcohol concentration of at least 0.08 grams per deciliter - equal to almost one-third of all traffic deaths.
But with drugs other than alcohol, there is still a lot researchers don't know.
"There already is quite a bit of research that's probably going to continue to try to identify in drugs the point at which they are impairing," said Voas.
"With alcohol, the amount of alcohol is more or less directly related to the level of behavior impairment," Voas told Reuters Health. "The relationship of (a) drug in the body to the behavior of the driver is less direct and clear."
Prescription drugs, increasingly overused and abused, are an even bigger question mark.
"Benzodiazepines have been routinely found to be associated with a greater risk of crashes," Brady said of the anti-anxiety medications, "but there's not a ton of consensus out there about other drugs."
SOURCE: bit.ly/QnU0hG Addiction, online August 20, 2012.


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Chris has been working with me and the Electrolux team and I can simply say it has been a fantastic journey. Yes absolutely, I do warmly recommend Chris. He's not only a very professional person and a great collaborator, he's also extremely experienced in his area of expertise, whether it is aftermarket sales in general or creating a clear service portfolio or specifically selling through contact centres. We're so delighted that we are pursuing the collaboration further. Thanks Chris for all the great achievements so far
I recently worked with Chris on a project for Dixons Carphone and can testify to the professional approach and timely delivery of each milestone.
Chris demonstrated a good understanding of our industry and gave clear insightful advice
We brought Chris in to accelerate change with a valued client who is committed to develop its extended warranty business with us.
Not only did Chris present some insightful recommendations, he actually worked together with us to implement them, bringing alive the value of our products and services whilst ensuring consumer needs were met
Chris has been working with us on a major business change programme designed to increase our sales capability within the key revenue generating area of our service operations.
I've known Chris for over 10 years and have always appreciated his strategic vision
Chris worked alongside the Board to devise and implement changes to our trade sales strategy. As a result, Qualtex has been able to increase the effectiveness of its sales organisation, develop its key account program and grow its share of the UK parts market. Chris is a highly competent business consultant with deep knowledge and strong personal relationships within our industry. The quality of his work and the strength of his commitment was excellent during his lengthy assignment with us.
Chris has developed our consumer centricity culture of which we will benefit from in the years to come. A big thank you!
Chris worked with us on multiple projects in 2014. His passion and dedication drove the projects to be completed on time and with great success. He helped to lay a foundation for future growth.
His experience and integrity shone through during his time working with us. I would have no hesitation working with Chris again or recommending him to someone else
Very knowledgeable and diligent in all aspects of his work.
Having worked with Chris on multiple occasions, most recently during the Cambridge MBA Venture Project, I can highly recommend him.
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You've probably heard the saying "with great power comes great responsibility". Images of Peter Parker and Uncle Ben may flash in your mind; I am also reminded of a verse from the Bible, "from everyone who has been given much, much will be required" (Luke 12:48, NASB) when I hear this phrase. Often time, well meaning parents and teachers will use this verse to try to elicit obedience from children.
Our concepts and beliefs about God are shaped by the relationships we had with our parents as children and the model they displayed as "authority" figures. Taking scripture out of context, like the verse above, while may achieve the "behavior goal", also can result in the unintended consequences of perfectionism and a distorted view of God. This can lead a child, and down the road the adult, to believe that God never really accepts them and is never satisfied; that God cares more about what "works" a person does and not so much about having a relationship with a person who He loves and cares for deeply.
This is only one example of how someone might develop a distorted view of God and how it can affect not only a person's beliefs but also their behaviors. I have believed many distortions about God and have found the only way to correct distortions or lies, is to combat them with the Truth! This means investigating what the Bible says about God and His character. Let's consider a few of God's attributes:
- God is compassionate: "The Lord is merciful and compassionate, slow to get angry and filled with unfailing love. The Lord is good to everyone. He showers compassion on all his creation." (Psalm 145:8-9, NLT)
- God is forgiving: "For everyone has sinned; we all fall short of God's glorious standard. Yet God freely and graciously declares that we are righteous. He did this through Christ Jesus when he freed us from the penalty for our sins." (Romans 3:23-24, NLT)
- God is omniscient: having unlimited knowledge and wisdom "O Lord, you have examined my heart and know everything about me. You know my thoughts even when I'm far away. You see me when I travel and when I rest at home. You know everything I do. You know what I am going to say even before I say it." (Psalm 139:1-4, NLT)
- God is righteous: God is right and all he does is right. "The Rock! His work is perfect, for all His ways are just; A God of faithfulness and without injustice, righteous and upright is He." (Deuteronomy 32:4, NASB)
- God is immutable: never changing "Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever." (Hebrews 13:8; NASB)
I recently saw a t-shirt that said "it's not our beliefs that matter, but our behavior". I think this rationale is flawed...it is our beliefs that inform our behavior! This is especially true when it comes to our beliefs about God. These learned concepts and distortions can have a negative impact for a lifetime if they are not combated with the the Truth of who the Bible says God is.
If you are struggling with perfectionism, feelings of worthlessness, or hopelessness and would like to learn more about counseling, please contact me at 210.789.9166 or email me.


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A Linlithgow group spent the Easter weekend on the continent, cementing the town's twinning link which is now 30 years old.
And next year, residents of Guyancourt will descend on Linlithgow for the 30th anniversary celebrations here in Scotland.
Among the number who travelled to the French twin town this year was Ian Donaldson, the first ever chairman of the twinning association who has recently returned to the group.
Ian was instrumental in forming the twinning association, following a Linlithgow Rugby Club trip to see the France v Scotland match in 1987.
While France won the match 28-22, the Scottish visitors came home with a far better result.
Ian explained: "We visited Guyancourt when we were there and I think the town's twinning association thought it was a done deal!
"So when we came back, we decided we would either have to make it happen or kill the idea."
A formal request had been made to Linlithgow Community Council so the association was formed at its behest, assisted by local legendary councillors Jimmy McGinley and Jim Clark.
Indeed, Jimmy McGinley made such an impression during the early years that, after his death in July 1997, the youth club in Guyancourt was named after him.
In 1988, a party from Linlithgow took the long bus ride to Guyancourt where the official twinning charter was signed by Ian.
The following year, a party from Guyancourt came to Linlithgow for the first time and a similar charter was signed here, in the town's Rose Garden.
The 30th anniversary of that event will be celebrated next year. Sadly, the association may not be able to replicate all the guests who turned up in July 1989.
Ian explained: "It just so happened, by sheer chance, that the Queen was visiting Linlithgow that weekend.
"So we had the Royal visit on the Saturday morning, a big reception at Hopetoun House that night and the charter signing in the Rose Garden on the Sunday.
"It was an amazing start to our twinning.
"I doubt we'll manage to arrange for the Queen to visit for the 30th anniversary but we might be able to get Mary Queen of Scots along!"
Preparations for next year are still at the very early stages – watch this space for more details.
As for this year, even more friendships were forged, with 37 people making the trip to Guyancourt, including several members of the town's Ramblers Association.
Last year, the ramblers hosted members of the Guyancourt Walking Group and they travelled to France this year to cement those friendships.
From the outset, the twinning association wanted to ensure the partnership was unique in that visitors stay with host families.
And that still remains the case today.
Ian said: "In some areas, twinning was seen as a junket, with councillors being hosted in hotels.
"Right from day one, we avoided that by staying with host families and integrating into the lifestyle.
"There was a lot of sign language at first but, as the years have gone on, people have learned each other's languages.
"The twinning association remains open to everyone in the town, whether they speak French or not. There is no membership fee – if you want to take part you can."
Those who took part this Easter were certainly shown a good time.
The Scots were welcomed by the Mayor of Guyancourt, Marie-Christine LeTarnec, and then introduced to their host families.
For some, it was their first contact with a French host family but, for others, it was renewing old friendships going back many years.
Ian said: "My wife Amy and I stayed with the family we've known since the very beginning – Jean Claude and Marie Claire Martin.
"They have become firm friends and we are in touch with them regularly.
"We all had a fantastic weekend – there's such an aura of friendship and the entertainment laid on is terrific. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed the weekend."
Looking forward to next year, Ian hopes more locals will sign up to show the French visitors a good time.
He added: "We'd love to hear from anyone who wants to take part in the 30th celebrations next year.
"The association is open to anyone in the Linlithgow area who wants to take part."
For more details, visit https://linlithgowtwinning.wordpress.com.
Taste of the French weekend
On Friday evening, the Scots visitors spent time with their host families.
On Saturday morning, they were split into two groups – one, including a number of Ramblers from Linlithgow, going into Paris for a guided ramble through 18km of covered passages in Old Paris, the other journeying to the Forest of Fountainbleu to discover a charming artist village, Milly-la-Forêt, and a visit to a glass factory.
The main event of the weekend took place on Saturday evening when everyone came together in a large hall for dinner and a musical show with songs and dances in three acts.
Compiled and presented by Guyancourt Twinning Association and friends, the spectacular show was warmly received by the visitors.
And Auld Lang Syne brought down the curtain on what had been a wonderful day.
Sunday was mostly spent with host families doing a wide variety of activities – the Palace of Versailles, for example, being only a stone's throw from Guyancourt.
Guyancourt Walking Group took some of the Scots for a stroll in the afternoon in the local vallée de Chevreuse.
The twinning committees of the two towns met briefly to discuss future visits.
A formal invitation was extended to Guyancourt to visit Linlithgow in Easter 2019 to celebrate 30 years since the twinning charter was signed in Linlithgow's Rose Garden in July 1989 by Ian Donaldson and his then French counterpart Roland Nadaus.
On the final night, a musical evening was staged with an impromptu mix of French and Scottish songs and dances.
The Scots left Guyancourt early on Monday morning, flying back to Edinburgh from Orly after yet another very successful town twinning visit.