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|Setsuna Meiou
Puu-chan, Setsuna-san, Setsuna-sama, Setsuna Sensei, Setsuna-dono, Setsu
October 29th,1987
Sailor Senshi - Sailor Pluto
Tokyo, Japan
Setsuna's strong point is offering guidance to others around her and as a Sailor Senshi, she's been known to take extreme risks to prevent the world from going into chaos. In her spare time, considering that she lives at the Hinata Girls dorm, she does a bit of light reading to past the time by. Setsuna finds it to be very comforting, and educational depending on the book that she is reading. Sometimes novels, other times, academic related books for she is, after all using her new-bound freedom to work on building a stable life for herself. Besides, not all the time does she have to train, fight and guard the Time Space Door. Setsuna loves making tea, more specifically, green tea as it is very soothing and relaxing as well as healthy for the body. She has some good cooking skills, able to prepare a decent and tasty meal for herself and anyone else who may stop by to visit her at her home for a little while. Though she may not look it, Setsuna does have some excellent battle skills both outside and off the battlefield. Just because she has spent most of her life in once place, doesn't mean she can't kick butt. She has been known to confuse her enemies by combining two of her attacks into one to make a much stronger attack. Her combined two attacks are powerful enough to be considered an instant kill attack so she avoids doing this unless she really has to and it is necessary.
Setsuna does not like cockroaches. Any roach of any kind, Setsuna cannot absolutely stand it. She immediately has to grab something to kill it because she can't stand to look at it after seeing it for at least a split second. She will freak out if one actually crawls on any part of her body. Also, while Setsuna gives out great advice to others around her, not just to the other Senshi, she has a hard time taking what she tells others and apply it to herself. She focuses so much on the well-beings of others that she sacrifices her needs and wants in order to see that others are happy. Because she spent so much time guarding the Time Space Door, she never really had much of a chance to live her life out like the others have. All she's ever known is fighting to protect the flows of time and the people of Earth. The closest thing to relationships she's ever had is friendships and nothing beyond that. No romance or anything as her main duty was always to guard the Space Door. In fact, while not known to the others, she dislikes guarding the door twenty-four seven but does it because it is part of her duty, only with Queen Serenity's permission has she been allowed to leave her post. And because she's the Guardian of Time and her powers are connected to that of time, if she died completely, time and everything as we know it would be destroyed and cease to exist (something which can be avoided but it is not exactly stated anywhere as to how).
Sailor Moon REdit
- Setsuna Meiou transforms into the reformation fighter, Princess Sailor Pluto. She has been in charge of guarding the Gates of Time with her key shaped Garnet Rod as well as possessing and owning the belt of keys that enables not only herself but others as well to travel through time. She was also part of the Council of Crystal Tokyo being second in command next to Queen Serenity at the time when it comes to making decisions as par the rules set by her and the others on the council. It was often that Setsuna disobeyed the orders of the council which has resulted in her death numerous of times. But she was always reborn, thanks to the Senshi curse, for each time she was reborn after dying or haven been killed, something was always taken from her.
- But doing it never seemed to work whatsoever when it came to her for she usually gained what was taken from her back. Her existence wasn't originally known to any of the other Sailor Senshi but this is because it is forbidden for anyone to know of her and the Time-Space Door. For if either one is seen, the penalty is usually death. An example of such an action is when Setsuna almost killed Usagi Tsukino who was in her fuku as Sailor Moon because she assumed the young girl to be a threat and plus she was hidden by the fog which was the cause of the woman making such a mistake. It was Chibi-Usa who brought her, Minako Aino (Sailor Venus) and Mamoru (Tuxedo Mask). She also attacked Minako and Mamoru as well, nearly killing them but luckily Chibi-Usa was there to stop her and inform her of who they were.
- It was Chibi-Usa that gave her the nickname 'Puu' which kind of stuck anytime the child was around her, for she revered the woman to be more of a mother figure than Usagi herself. She acts as Chibi-Usa's guardian, addressing her by the title of 'Small Lady' and would contact her through her Luna-P item. At first glance, Setsuna may seem like such a cold and unforgiving person, but in reality she is very kind, sweet and generally misunderstood due to her lack of interaction with other people because she was never allowed to leave her post from guarding the door without permission. She has a soft spot for children, especially Chibi-Usa, whom she has a very strong affection for. But her duties make it so that she is unable to be around the child all the time which is why the Luna-P is used for a source of communication whenever she needs advice, words of comfort or just wants to see Setsuna by pressing the nose of the sphere and Setsuna appears in one of the eyes.
Sailor Moon SEdit
- It wasn't until the search for the three talismans came about that Setsuna was allowed to live her post as per Queen Serenity's request to help the Outer Senshi on Earth. She was originally not born with her own present reincarnation, instead, she created a civilian identity for herself as an adult and still older than all of the other Senshi, and enrolled herself into Keio University as a student studying Physics. It was also known that Mamoru Chiba, Motoki Furuhata and Reika Nishimura also attended this very same university as well. After finding the three talismans, it was discovered that the first two were found to be in the hearts of Haruka(Sailor Uranus)and Michiru (Sailor Neptune),but the third was found to be in Setsuna herself. Setsuna's talisman was the Garnet Orb that sat atop of the Garnet Rod that she owned. Her life and pure heart were not in danger though. She was aware of Michiru and Haruka the entire time being the owners of the other two talismans. However, once the three talismans were joined together to form the Holy Grail. If it were to be in the hands of the true Messiah, the universe would be in peace for eternity. If the Grail fell into the hands of Evil,the universe would be plunged into the 'Silence',or the end of the universe. Usagi, as Sailor Moon managed to keep Eudial from taking it which allowed the young heroine to transform into Super Sailor Moon.
- It was from that point, their enemies become stronger and the fight to protect Earth and its people grew more and more massive. Setsuna didn't associate with the younger Senshi much, mostly staying around Haruka and Michiru who were against Chibi-Usa's friendship with Hotaru Tomoe who they felt to be evil. Though Setsuna felt differently when it came to the other girl and mostly encouraged Chibi-Usa to continue to be friends with her. During the final battle against Pharaoh 90, it was revealed that Hotaru was not only inhabiting the evil entity known as 'Mistress 9' but the spirit of the Sailor Senshi of Destruction, Sailor Saturn. But Setsuna was not around to see the end of the battle due to the simple fact that she used her forbidden power to stop time. In fact, this was one of two times she'd used this power. The first time was when Prince Dimande took the two Silver Crystals from Black Lady and tried to touch them to one another. Doing this would cause the destruction of everything, because the Crystals of the past and future must never meet. Sailor Pluto stopped time to prevent it from happening, and Usagi then removed the Crystals from Dimande's hands. When time resumed, Sailor Pluto died, which triggered Black Lady's reversion to Chibi-Usa as well as her first transformation into Sailor Chibi Moon.
- And the second time was when she, Sailor Neptune, and Sailor Uranus were in their helicopter trying to bypass the barrier set up by Mistress 9 around Mugen Gakuen. As they were approaching the star-shaped opening at the top of the barrier, Mistress 9 sent a horde of Daimons to stop them, and the helicopter was surrounded and destroyed. At the moment of the explosion, however, Sailor Pluto stopped time and allowed Sailor Uranus and Sailor Neptune to escape and fall to the roof of the building below. When time resumed, the helicopter was blown to shreds with Sailor Pluto still inside, resulting in her temporary death. Which was why she didn't stick around to see the ending result where Super Sailor Moon went into the core of Pharaoh 90 and defeated him along with saving Hotaru who was reincarnated into a young baby.
Sailor Moon StarsEdit
- She resurfaces later to Hotaru's father Souichi Tomoe, announcing that she has arrived to take the child with her for the world was in danger yet again by an enemy the other Senshi believed to be defeated, Queen Nehelenia. She appears before Haruka and Michiru, using her Dead Scream attack to shatter the Mirror Paredri that was attacking the two of them. At the same time, she was also holding baby Hotaru in her arms, informing them that the time when they will need her power was approaching. As the Mirror Paredri reassemble from the shards, and while Sailor Pluto sets Hotaru down in the bushes, Haruka and Michiru transform into Sailor Uranus and Sailor Neptune. The three Senshi fight the Mirror Paredri, but they get outnumbered as the creatures only multiply from the fragments as they are shattered. Sailor Pluto, struggling with a Mirror Paredri, helplessly watches in horror as another one exposes her claws, preparing to tear Hotaru apart. As soon as she tries to touch Hotaru, however, she is disintegrated by an energy sphere that forms around Hotaru, and the Saturn symbol appears on the baby's forehead. The three Outer Senshi find themselves floating together, wrapped in energy ribbons of their Senshi colors; they sense the birth of a new power as the symbols of their respective planets appear on their foreheads, in a fashion similar to Hotaru's. A stream of light goes through them upwards, simultaneously transforming them back into their Senshi forms. With their new-found powers, they destroy the Mirror Paredri for good using World Shaking, Deep Submerge, and Dead Scream.
- Standing on the edge of the now-clear rooftop, the Outer Senshi wonder who this new enemy is. They turn around to see Hotaru, who appears to have rapidly grown from a baby into a small child. Sailor Pluto and the others later arrive to help out the other Senshi from the very same creatures that were attacking them, marking the first time that they all worked together as a team to combine their powers in order to allow Usagi to transform into Eternal Sailor Moon to defeat the creatures. But not even that fight was over for they were all used Sailor Teleport to go after Usagi whom was adamant at saving Mamoru (whom she was in love with at the time). However, their travel was intervened by Queen Nehelenia who separated the Senshi from each other and Setsuna ended up with Minako through what appeared to be empty ruins. They were trying to avoid the Mirror Paredri that kept appearing around every corner. They find themselves on the edge of a deep ravine, with only a narrow, rickety bridge offering a path across. Sailor Pluto says that she will hold off the enemies while Sailor Venus crosses to the other side. She says that Sailor Venus, as a leader, is more important, and someone has to protect their princess. Sailor Pluto attacks the Mirror Paredri, and Sailor Venus hesitantly starts across the bridge.
- But she runs back to help Sailor Pluto who was being overpowered by the Mirror Paredri creatures, she distracts them long enough to grab Pluto and the both of them make their way across the bridge but the ropes snap and the two are dangling from the edge with Venus holding onto Pluto's hand. She used her Venus Love-Me Chain to keep them from falling but when the both of them look it, they see was is originally a clone of Queen Nehelenia taking hold of the other end of the chain, releasing it and causes both Senshi's to fall into two mirrors. Pluto, long with the other Senshi, are later freed from their mirror entrapment, thanks to Usagi and they once again combine their powers allowing her to permanently transform into Eternal Sailor Moon, and then using her powers to give Nehelenia the life she always wanted by sending her back to her childhood and start her life all over again.
Queen Ria's Rein & The Sailor Senshi DebateEdit
- After that, things seemed to return to normal, with Setsuna having returned to her post guarding over the Time-Space Door. But that didn't last very long, for she was allowed, once again to leave and go to Tokyo, Japan once again, taking up residence in the Hinata Sou girls dorm. There, she made it a point to unite the Senshi together again to fight against their new enemy. For once again, the worlds fate hangs in the balance as a new Senshi child is being born. Princess Jasmine's child. And being in the future around the Council Setsuna has had plenty of training which has evolved her to her final level of Senshi transformation, which is why she'd begun training a few of the Senshi when she got settled in.
- She was aware of the fact that the other council members were rushing Jasmine to hurry up and decide sometime soon what to do with her life. And Setsuna, of course, felt that to be unfair. She lifted the given ultimatum, allowing the young Senshi to live her life as she pleases with whomever she chooses to love. She immediately warned Jasmine, who told the others about their new enemy and how they would be after the first Sailor Senshi born in many generations. Though doing so, caused major distancing between the Senshi even more. Feeling that they had to be obligated to evolve. In the process of this, she'd also met someone by the name of Rico Sanchez, falling in love with him even though because of her actions in the past she was forbidden to find love and have a family.
- But that didn't stop her and eventually Rico found out about her being a Sailor Senshi. She protested to him getting involved with her but the man was stubborn. So much like herself in a way. In the mean time, she during her stay at the Hinata Sou Inn, she shared with the other Senshi that she was going to try and change things for the better for the lives of Sailor Senshi everywhere. And it began which some that have address the other council members have called the 'Sailor Senshi's Rebellion'. For their actions, this caused a disturbance in the partially balanced laws and systems that Senshi had to go by. And because the first ever awakened Senshi have joined Setsuna's side in hopes of fixing things for the better, other Sailor Senshi have begun to realize that they too want to be free to live how they choose. Of course doing so, meant Setsuna had to betray those on the council that was for how the way things were now.
- She'd gone back to the future to address the council members about the appearance of two girls by the names of Nutmeg and Mizuki but only Mizuki went back to Crystal Tokyo and Nutmeg stayed behind with Hideki and Jasmine. But instead of facing the council, she faced against Queen Venus Lolita. They fought and Setsuna lost against her, sacrificing her freedom in order to bring change. She was eventually rescued by some of the Sailor Senshi in a rescue mission to come to her aid. However, she was returned to Earth, but she was rendered so weak, anytime she awakened, she immediately passed out and also, she lost her memories of ever being in love with Rico Sanchez. Though she wouldn't admit it outwardly, lately she's been feeling fed up with how things have gone so far. It's bad enough their enemy 'Queen Ria' as she so calls herself had terrorized them, turned one of their own against them, the Council of Crystal Tokyo, is still making things worse. An announcement about a Council Debate to decide who will be the new head of the Council and that person will be able to choose new members to replace the current ones. Many don't agree with this idea but Queen Serenity is stepping down and she's willing to give everyone a chance and hear their say before she makes a final decision.
- The Council Debate ended in a big success and Setsuna was awarded the title as being the new head of the Crystal Tokyo Council. She also appointed Kayla Tsukino, Minako Aino, and Euphemia Ci Solaris to join her in trying to finally bring change while also giving some sense of relief to current Sailor Senshi as well as those in the future. Kayla has also been made the new Queen of the Moon Kingdom even though Euphemia stated in front of the entire meeting that she would become the new queen if there is no heir willing to take the throne. Setsuna knew of course that this was none other than Queen Venus Lolita's doing, lying to the poor girl about her heritage. But that doesn't mean she isn't curios as to who Euphemia is and how she became a Sailor Senshi. And so, as the months past, things got really busy, new rules have been brought to Setsuna's attention to add to the Council Laws, and many from other kingdoms have made motions of their own before the new Council. It took a while but everyone is slowly getting used to the new idea of the old members being replaced after so many years. Things were hective what with Queen Ria having been after Jasmine's baby and use its power for evil purposes. However, with all the training she'd done with the Senshi and others who were willing to help, they were able to defeat the evil woman. Though Usagi was present during the battle, she was not able to participate in fighting for her powers had yet to evolve at the time.
- Given that Setsuna was more than welcome to train the girl, she still preferred to train on her own while also still having some trouble talking to all of her friends about what was bothering her. They were of course tired of the woman walking around either with a chip on her shoulder snapping at them for no reason or depressed but refused to talk about it. Setsuna had told them many times that they didn't need to be fighting amongst themselves. Especially since Ami had went and turned evil again but thankfully she was turned back to her normal self too and is now getting back up on her feet and becoming the old Ami that she used to be. As for Setsuna, she is slowly getting over missing Rico Sanchez, feeling a lot of regret that she didn't remember him until after he'd decided to leave the dorms. It's been a year and so many months now and none of them have had to worry about fighting any evil villains and their minions, which is a good feeling. These days, she buries herself into a lot of paperwork, having a lot of things to do that pertain to the council. So her hands are full and when she's not doing that, she's doing training sessions. But in her heart, she hopes that all of the Senshi come to terms with their issues with each other and start acting like friends towards one another.
War in Britannia KingomEdit
- Recently, the only bad thing that has happened was the death of Princess Euphemia Ci Solaris at the hands of the man known as Zero who is also the leader of the Haumean Faction that call themselves the Black Knights. They fight against Britannia and oppose any and all things they have done in regards to taking over their home and making it their own. Since Setsuna is the guardian of the Time Space Door, it is hinted that she knew that Euphemia's death was coming but wasn't allowed to say anything about it. Because it would involve changing the future and there are some things that should not be messed with. However, she did have to step foot over into the Britannia Kingdom to save Euphemia's close friend Nina Einstein from being taken into Britannian custody an executed for trying to blow up their kingdom and everyone in it with a bomb attached to a knightmare frame that she'd taken. Nina was grateful for the woman saving her life and asked Setsuna if she could take Euphemia's place on the Crystal Tokyo Council because she knew that's where she spent most of her time. Setsuna, not sure that it is a good idea, told her that she will think on it but does not mind helping her and guiding her during her path as a fellow Sailor Senshi.
Powers & AbilitiesEdit
- Pluto Planet Power, Make Up - Used this phrase to transform into Sailor Pluto.
- Pluto Crystal Power, Make Up - Used the Pluto Crystal to transform into Super Sailor Pluto.
- Princess Pluto, Make Up - Used the Black Gem Broach to transform into Princess Sailor Pluto.
- Sailor Pluto - Sailor Pluto's dominant color was black (choker, collar, elbow fittings of gloves, skirt, and boots), and her accent colors were garnet (tiara gem, earrings, and gem attached to choker) and dark maroon (bows, which were a much darker shade of brownish purple than her garnet accents and Saturn's bows). Her earrings were shaped like a thick downward-pointed arrow. Her collar did not have any stripes. Her choker had a garnet gem dangling from it. She was the only Senshi who did not have any shoulder pads before the Stars season. Her boots were similar to Moon's and Mercury's, in black with white borders.
- Super Sailor Pluto - After the "Super" upgrade (Stars), some changes to her costume were made. Her earrings remained the same, her choker had a yellow star attached to it, her collar had one white stripe, and the center of her front bow was a garnet heart. She had shoulder pads with translucent parts, and the back waist bow was enlarged and lengthened.
- Princess Sailor Pluto - First off, when transformed, her hair has grown longer to the point it's practically down to her feet. Her choker was V-shaped and the center of her garnet-colored front bow was a grey five-pointed star. The gloves on her arms are gray and sheer, going all the way above the forearm. She has no tiara, instead, that is replaced with her planetary symbol of the planet Pluto on her forehead. She has black and gray wings on her back with red beads on them as well as a few that hang on the sides. No longer does she wear boots for once evolved, she is completely barefoot and black coils wrap themselves around her legs. The entire outfit is basically black and magenta and the design is an over the shoulder look on both sides.
Powers & AttacksEdit
- Black Gem Broach - Since Setsuna has evolved into her final Senshi form, she shouts the following transformation phrase 'Princess Pluto, Make Up!'. Instead of using her Lip Rod, she gained a Black Gem Broach with her planetary symbol on it. While her outfit has changed, her transformation sequence, has not. Raising the gem broach above her head, she summons a large amount of spiral of silver energy circles around her entire body which is rushed upward and then crashed back down upon her. The Garnet Rod then appears and Setsuna, in full sailor fuku as Sailor Pluto, takes hold of it. Her lipstick appears as a swirl of pink bubbles brushing against her lips, and afterwards, she strikes a confident pose.
- Garnet Orb (manga) - This is the item that was revealed to be Sailor Pluto's talisman which sat atop the Garnet Rod. It normally remained a part of the Rod, but Sailor Pluto is able to remove it at will and protect those around her by performing her new 'Garnet Shield' defense power, coupled with some other attacks she's gained. She is also still able to perform her 'Dead Scream' attack with it as well.
- Garnet Rod - Along with the Garnet Orb, the Garnet Rod was an item carried by Sailor Pluto. She primarily used the Garnet Rod to perform the attack Dead Scream (and new attacks), but it also functioned as a key of sorts to the Space-Time Door. Her talisman, the Garnet Orb, sat atop this Rod. Even in her civilian form, she would have access to the rod, summoning at will whenever she needed it to protect herself or others around her.
- Dark Dome Close (manga) - A power that Setsuna has allowing her to be able to close the Time-Space Door from a distance. Using her Garnet Rod, she'd slam the bottom of it down hard on the ground and shout the power name, immediately closing the door. The last time she used this power was when she sealed off the link between Earth and Tau Nebula to prevent Pharaoh 90 from trying to return. This, however, was requested by Sailor Saturn.
- Dead Scream - In order to perform this attack, Sailor Pluto raises the Garnet Rod into the air and a small whirlwind spun into being around the Senshi. Sailor Pluto says the attack name and the winds coalesced into the Garnet Orb, creating a glowing purple ball of energy. She spun once, holding the Rod, and then fired the energy at her target.
- Time Stop (taboo) - This was the third and final taboo of Space-Time that Sailor Pluto had control over. It was also one of her forbidden powers. As explained by Queen Serenity, if Sailor Pluto used this power, it would result in time stopping for a short period, but it would either cost her life to do so or she would be punished for using it. However, she tries to avoid using it unless she REALLY has to. She has used this power at least twice, once to stop Prince Dimande from touching the two Silver Crystals together and the second to save Haruka and Michiru's lives. However, since new Crystal Tokyo Council Laws are being created, using this power, may not require her to be punished. However, she tries to avoid using it unless she REALLY has to.
- Chronos Typhoon (manga) - Removing the Garnet Orb from atop of the Garnet Rod, Sailor Pluto would hold the orb out in front of her, calling out her attack's name which created a cyclone-like rush of energy that she would sent towards her target.
- Garnet Shield (new power) - Like the name suggest, it's a shield which is generated by the use of the Garnet Orb that enables Pluto to protect not only herself but others around her but shielding them in a magenta colored dome. This power also can be used to trap enemies inside to keep them from trying to get away. Only she is able to break it. However, the only disadvantage to this is someone with different magical abilities where trapped into it, they could at best, manipulate the shield to redirect itself to a different person and trap them within it. Sailor Pluto doesn't necessarily have to be in the area for this to be done. The shield can last for about a good three to five hours at best. And of course, the shield can be broken, just depends on how strong her opposing opponent is as the shield cannot be broken so easily.
- Pluto Time Wrap (new power) - Another of her hew powers which was gained with her new transformation. By holding out her hands in front of her, violet or sometimes black rings would shoot from her hand and wrap themselves around an enemy's body, freezing them in time to where they cannot move anything but their head.
- Belt Chain of Keys - In her Senshi form she has a chain link silver belt that wraps around her waist with silver plated bejeweled keys of all shapes and sizes. They are used to open the doors to the gates of time.
- Senshi Dust - This ability is what every Sailor Senshi gains when they evolve into their final forms. It's the power in their wings in the form of fairy dust that they can use, which allows them to remove any dark power from the body of another, return a person's memories only if they request it, heal wounds as long as they're not too severe, heal only certain types of disabilities such as: blindness, being unable to walk, anything that isn't life threatening. Since Setsuna is one of the three Senshi with this power that is forbidden to use it, at the time she was not exempt from punishment. With the new laws underway, the future for certain Senshi powers is unknown.
Setsuna GalleryEdit
Setsuna is one out of two other Sailor Senshi who is very tall. Her height rivals with that of Haruka Tenou and Makoto Kino. She is 5'7 with long straight deep emerald green hair that goes past her waist, stopping behind her thighs and her bangs cover her forehead partially, and she wears a bun in the back of her head, her skin complexion is bronze, giving off the vibe to many that she tans herself a lot, and deep magenta colored eyes. Her waist line is slender, although she has wide hips and an average bust size compared to the other girls. Her everyday attire consists of mostly wearing suits (skirt or pants) and formal dresses that are considered to be evening wear to most. Her most famously worn outfit is a lavender suit with a white V-neck long sleeved shirt with a red bow attached to the front, lavender long sleeved jacket and skirt that stops above the knees.
- In the anime, the "aura" color of a Sailor Senshi was nearly always the dominant color of her fuku, but Sailor Pluto's color was sometimes black and sometimes purple.
- Setsuna has been hit on by various amounts of characters but normally pays no attention to it. Her last love interest was Rico Sanchez and Nina Einstein confessed love to her because she was grateful for having been saved by her and not executed. Of course, Setsuna could not return Nina's feelings due to the simple fact that she is not a lesbian. However, it can be hinted that she gave the idea some thought after Nina's confession.
- Setsuna was the first one to achieve her final Senshi form as Princess Sailor Pluto but there have been other Senshi reported around the world to have achieved their final forms before any of the main cast.
- Setsuna had an inrequited love for King Endymion but never acted upon those feelings.
- Setsuna was the only Solar System Senshi to invent a civilian identity for herself rather than have one before becoming a Senshi.


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345. The Moral Ledge
There are so many places where pure evil you will find,
But none so frightful as the dark recesses of the mind.
The sick and demented cannot hold inside for long,
The feelings and impulses that they know to be wrong.
A simple misunderstanding will almost certainly inflame,
While a hurtful word, or two, in a fragile mind will maim.
Into a shattered psyche there is only so much it can take,
Before the barriers are lowered, and their morality will break
Insecurity and paranoia fall down upon the weak like rain,
And then panic sets in as they try their best to stay sane.
The stakes are raised as the individual becomes embittered,
A sick mind will now do what it once would not have considered.
The answer is to help them before they reach the moral ledge,
And to rescue their mental illness before it goes over the edge.
This is not easy when the victim has lost all hope from strife,
But it is the only way to save their mind, and possibly a life.
- Glenn Bergen, ( Ravensheart ), © Copyright, 2015.

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Wimba Pronto is the coolest thing ever.
Chats, private messages, virtual office hours, shared whiteboards, video chat, "AppShare" (showing others your computer and the applications you are running)...Totally awesome.
I especially like this because it can help you show a student around a website, around Blackboard, around Microsoft Word, etc. Especially as a literature teacher with students who may not know how to change settings for document writers (margins, weird paragraph spacing, etc - THANK YOU SO MUCH, MICROSOFT, FOR YOUR WEIRD DEFAULTS IN WORD 2007 AND LATER), this is the best thing ever.


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Check out this recipe for Bajio's Green Chile Chicken Casdilla. (click that, it's a link)
Ok this one isn't quite as healthy and takes a little time, but is SO worth it. Seriously, they're good. Be sure to use good tortillas though..like the ones from Costco that you cook yourself.


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Aaaaannnd now back to the funny!
A couple was recently charged with hitting each other with frying pans.
Well, the saying goes, "You only hurt the ones you love".
Kind of reminds me of this:
May 16, 2008
Domestic Disturbance
Aaaaannnd now back to the funny!
scribbled down by Ferretnick around 12:03 PM
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Foundation for International Education in the Netherlands http://www.sio.nl/ information on and exchange within international education in The Netherlands
British School http://www.britishschool.nl/ most of it is located in The Hague (ZH)
British School of Amsterdam http://www.britams.nl/ A van Dyckstr 1, 1077ME Amsterdam, tel: 020-6797840, firstname.lastname@example.com (NH)
International Schools http://www.sio.nl/ various localities in the Netherlands
Rijnlands Lyceum http://www.rijnlandslyceum.nl/oegstgeest in Oegstgeest (ZH)
Many of the universities in the Netherlands offer courses in English, including graduate, post-graduate, and non-degree programmes, and summer courses. Many offer a degree in Dutch Studies. Here are some to get you started:
Association of Universities in the Netherlands (VSNU ) http://www.vsnu.nl/
Erasmus University Rotterdam (ZH) http://www.eur.nl/eur-uk/ Offers grad, post-grad, and non-degree programmes.
Eurydice http://www.eurydice.org/ Information Network for Education in Europe
Informatie Beheer Groep http://www.ib-groep.nl -The Informatie Beheer Groep is responsible for the execution of several acts and regulations, such as student grants and information management. These acts are commissioned by the Minister of Education, Culture, and Science. International Visitors is intended for foreigners who plan to take up a study or start a career in the Netherlands. The Informatie Beheer Groep also has folders and forms in various languages available-
National Library of the Netherlands http://www.kb.nl/index-en.html
nuffic http://www.nuffic.nl/index-en.html organization for international cooperation in higher education
Open University of the Netherlands http://www.ou.nl/english/ -to make higher education accessible to anyone with the necessary aptitudes and interests, regardless of any formal qualifications. Offers courses and programmes in law, economics, business and public administration, engineering, environmental science, cultural studies and social science. A degree awarded by the Open University of the Netherlands is the equivalent of a degree awarded by a regular university or other institution of higher education.- But most courses and exams are in Dutch.
Techincal University Delft(ZH) http://home.tudelft.nl/en/ Programmes include MSc International Programme, a - Programme for Exchange and Free Mover Students-, and post-grad.
Universiteit Nyenrode - The Netherlands Business School http://www.nijenrode.nl/ Breukelen (NH)
University of Amsterdam (NH) http://www.studeren.uva.nl/studyinginenglish/english.cfm
University of Leiden (ZH) http://www.leiden.edu/ offers an extensive programme in English: many post-grad, a BA in Dutch Studies, some non-degree programmes. Also Dutch courses, of course of course.
Utrecht University (U) http://www.uu.nl/uupublish/homeuu/homeenglish/1757main.html Wide range on offer. Their University College http://www.jbi.uu.nl/ is an International Undergraduate Campus (the only institute of its kind in Europe) with 400 Dutch students, and 200 foreign students.
Webster University http://www.webster.nl Leiden (ZH) campus of the U.S. university
ACCESS http://www.access-nl.org Access is offering a wide variety of worshops and classes (some of those are First Aid Training in English, Adjusting to life in Holland , Understanding Your Toddler, Talking and Listening to Children,Children and Stress).
acting / theatre course http://www.departmentofacting.nl The Department of Acting Amsterdam has produced four acting courses and will start a much demanded fifth one february 16th. Each course is made up of ten intensive workshops led by Debbie Mulholland (New Zealander) and Emma Dingwall (Scot). They mix physicality, voice, classical and original texts to create dynamic theatre. The workshops take a concentrated, in depth look at approaching text, character and improvisation. The course builds up to a performance for an invited audience on the last evening. These evenings have been very succesful in the past. Interested? Call Louise Fozard 06-18048276 or Ingelise de Jongste 078-6933868 for more information.
Big on the Inside (is your weight really physical?) http://www.bigontheinside.com Aussie Jacinta Noonan has a degree in psychology, a qualified Life Coach and NLP Master Practitioner. She is based in Haarlem and runs workshops both here and in Australia . Further details on the website!
creative writing, dance... http://www.stabbert.com/ Jodette Stabbert is an American writer, designer, artist and (ex) actress, who has lived in Amsterdam for over 30 years. She offers a variety of courses. Workshops held in Dutch, unless enough interest for one in English. Email or call her for further details:tel: (020) 6838862, email: email@example.com
didgeridoo There's a surprisingly large number of Dutch didge enthusiasts, including many teachers. Courses (and shops in NL where you can buy a didgeridoo) can be found on http://aboriginal.pagina.nl/ under the section headed (what else) -didgeridoo-
driving lessons in English http://www.driveright.nl/ International driving and Licensing School of the Netherlands ( see also CARS AND OTHER MOVING THINGS on the MISC page)
international exchange programmes in the Netherlands http://www.immigratiedienst.nl/pdf/uitwisselingnieuwengels.pdf information from the Dutch Dept of Immigration
IntertaaL http://www.intertaal.nl/ not a site, it's a bookshop, specialising in language books (over 150 languages, including Dutch). They have a useful online order system - many language schools are listed, so you only have to click on your language course and it gives you a list of which books you need. (NL)
Life Coaching for Expats www.coachingforexpats.com Julie Ferguson (also hosts -Love Immigrants - see General Expat Info Sites) is a life coach who assists - expats around the globe to achieve their dreams and enjoy the expat/immigrant lifestyle
misc courses http://cursus.pagina.nl/ (most courses in Dutch) general info page for courses you can do - many will take you even if you don't speak Dutch
poetry & writing http://www.wordsinhere.com/ -an international collective of writers- whose -aim is to promote the community through our various projects, give it forum and showcase, to bring the world's attention to the thriving and diverse energy of the Dutch literary scene while simultaneously bringing the Netherlands the world-. Not exactly a course, although they do also have workshops. The workshops aim to inspire work, to develop existing work and to cultivate a writing habit. It is for writers at all stages and is open to all genres whether fiction, poetry, non- fiction, or screenwriting. You can join in at any time. Cost of workshops vary: from € 8 for the Poetry Critique Group evenings, to € 150 for the Comedy Writing workshop.
theatre - The In Players not a course, strictly speaking, but as they put it they're -always open to new members who would like to start a new life on stage or back stage-. All the money they earn from ticket sales goes into new productions, so you wouldn't get paid, but you would get the experience, and have buckets of fun! The In Players are the oldest English speaking theatre company in Amsterdam . Their productions include plays by contemporary authors, pantomimes, musicals and original plays written by members of the company. Their audience includes the English speaking community in Holland, teachers of English, students, and others interested in theatre in the English language. Interested? Contact Nina on email@example.com
Travel Active http://www.travelactive.nl/ Dutch organisation who assist with high school study exchange programmes (e.g. Aussies coming to NL).
volksuniversiteit http://www.volksuniversiteit.nl/index.htm (courses in Dutch) You'll find a -people's university- in most Dutch towns. They offer courses, many in the evening or on the weekend, for a variety of interests, at reasonable prices. Although some offer certificates, they're mainly for fun. You can also offer yourself up to give a course (minimum pay though). Check with the course teacher if you need to speak Dutch or not.
yoga classes http://www.yogayoga.nl/english/home.htm
Daily Hatha Yoga classes in Amsterdam in
English. They currently have several Aussie
students. Classes are taught within the Hatha Yoga tradition, based on the systematic practice of yoga postures and
breathing; movement, bodywork and meditation. Elements of yoga philosophy such
as qualities of mind, like honesty and non-violence, are addressed and
cultivated through the practice itself.
Yoga props and partner exercises are used to support the postures and
develop further understanding of the body. This approach also offers the
possibility to adjust the postures on an individual basis. For any enquiries, don't hesitate to contact
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WW1 BRITISH HOME FRONT WOMENS SERVICE LAPEL BADGE A superb condition example of this rare, early women's organisation lapel badge the 'Women's Emergency Corps'.
Tri-coloured enamel on gilt brass badge with brooch pin reverse fitting.
Maker mark to the reverse 'W.O. Lewis Howard St. Birmingham'.
The W.E.C. was formed as early as 1914 by Evelina Haverfield and Decima Moore and as such was a product of the women's suffrage movement of the time.
Its aim was to help women who wished to help the war effort. With it's upper class roots, it particularly pushed for women doctors and more nurses to be used at the 'front'.
It also provided more 'down to earth' service women acting as drivers and messengers etc.
It later become the more well known and 'wide spread', 'Women's Volunteer Reserve'.
This is a SOLD Item.
It is currently on view in Mons Military Antiques 'Archive Pages' of previously stocked and sold items....For items currently on sale from Mons' go to the 'On-Line Shop' pages !


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Our goal is to empower patients with knowledge. There are all sorts of nuances with cancer, and when we talk, and share our stories, everyone benefits!
Thursday, January 28, 2016
Cancer Convos: Episode 1 #Scanxiety
Our goal is to empower patients with knowledge. There are all sorts of nuances with cancer, and when we talk, and share our stories, everyone benefits!
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- AnonymousJanuary 29, 2016 at 10:43 AM
Thank you for the video, it helps me with the concept of who is in charge. We seem to put Dr's in high position when they are really our assistants in gaining good health. Bravo for trying to clarify the myth that MRI's and Pet Scans are exact science, they are not. Thank you so much.ReplyDeleteReplies
I'm so glad you liked it!! That makes me very happy. :)Delete
- AnonymousJanuary 29, 2016 at 10:49 AM
Beautifully done. Thank you both for sharing a little of what happens with MRIs, CT scans and such. You both have different cancers but your experiences are quite similar. Interesting information. Keep talking...ReplyDeleteReplies
You are so sweet! Thank you! Who would have thought I'd be encouraged to talk MORE. If my old teachers read this they would roll their eyes while laughing. :)Delete
- AnonymousFebruary 2, 2016 at 6:07 AM
Great job on the video. So true as you pointed out "they work for us" except when you challenge that you are the "problem patient "ReplyDelete
Keep the videos coming Crush & Coconuts :-)Replies
Thank you! And you're right, you have to be careful to not get "blackballed" by your doctors. Share what you feel is important, but be careful how you word things, be careful on your attitude. Try not to burn bridges, you may need that doctor at a later date.Delete


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Well, the hard top trolley finally showed up this aft so we promptly removed it. I partially closed the soft top just to let it warm up and loosen. As I closed the top my wife said a towel had been wedged behind the window.
This was probably well-ment by the seller to protect the rear window while the car was in transit, but I suspect it is the cause of the delamination shown below (the top was mint when it left CA), what with the extra squeeze in there...
So...please refresh my memory. Do I take this to a top/interior shop and get it re-glued with something substantial?
Also - is this something that can wait until the Fall or should I get on it promptly (especially since I intend to top-down it all Summer)?
Oh - and while the window is in this condition, what should I do...keep the top up or down?
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An interesting read shared by my friend Kendra. I am really torn about the Obamacare debacle. I really think it is just a political tactic on the Obama side, not really focused on helping those in need. Last Thursday I stumbled upon the story of Jesus feeding the 5000(+). One thing that struck me about the story that I hadn't noticed before was what Jesus says to his apostles when they flip out about where all the food is going to come from:
Phillip replied, "Even if we worked for months, we wouldn't have enough money to feed them!" Then Andrew, Simon Peter's brother, spoke up. "There's a young boy here with five barley loaves and two fish, but what good is that with this huge crowd?"
"Tell everyone to sit down," Jesus said…. Then Jesus took the loaves, gave thanks to God, and distributed them to the people… And they all ate as much as they wanted. – John 6:7-12
While I was upset about Obamacare being upheld, I am trying to be positive. God is still in control. We are striving to be thankful for what we've been given, and remember how Jesus shows in this story that he will provide enough for us.
Editor's note: This piece ran earlier this year, but we're spotlighting it now because of Thursday's health care decision from the Supreme Court. The story generated more than 3,000 comments, including these two:
David Nelson
It is sad that Jesus has been demoted to being a politician. Jesus plainly said "My Kingdom is not of this world." Movements to use Him to promote their agendas, whether they be on the Left or Right, are extremely suspect in the eyes of this Christian.
Jesus would SO have been a democrat. He taught us to care for the sick…not to profit off illness. I don't know how Republicans can live with themselves and call themselves Christian.
What's your take?
By John Blake, CNN
(CNN) — He was a healer, a provider of universal health care, a man of compassion who treated those with preexisting medical conditions.
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I was trying to think of something to make for supper before we left the house this morning, so I hauled a couple of chicken breasts out of the freezer to thaw. I figured we would decide whether to make chicken souvlaki, or butter chicken or chicken burgers while we did our weekly shopping. We talked it over and realized we haven't had pasta for a while, so I decided to make something with chicken and penne. I knew I had cream, parmesan and mushrooms in the fridge, so I didn't need to pick up anything.
Chicken Mushroom Penne Pasta (for 2)
- 2 chicken breasts (boneless, skinless), cubed
- 6-8 large mushrooms, cut in chunks
- 2 garlic cloves (grated or pressed)
- 3/4cup – 1 cup grated parmesan (loosely packed)
- 3/4 cup light cream (10%)
- 2 cups penne pasta
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups spinach (optional)
I used two woks and a 2 quart pot. I started by boiling the water for the pasta, and once it was boiling and salted, I added the pasta and set the timer for 13 minutes. I then heated a wok over medium heat and added the olive oil. I sauteed the chicken for a couple of minutes, then added the mushrooms, and put a lid over it for 2 minutes. Then stirred and put the lid back on (the lid keeps the moisture from evaporating). Once the chicken was cooked and it and the mushrooms were starting to brown, I put it on the back burner on low heat. I then put the cream in the other wok over medium heat and added the garlic. As it started to bubble, I added parmesan, about a tablespoon at a time, stirring it in and using a spatula to bring it down from the sides. As it thickened, I stirred almost constantly. It was ready at roughly the same time as the pasta was al dente, so I drained the pasta, and let it sit for a minute while I added the mushroom and chicken to the sauce. Then I added the spinach and let it wilt. I served this over the penne, though you could stir it in if you prefer.
This would have been even better if I had sauteed half an onion (diced) with the chicken and mushrooms. (I didn't have any onions at the time). I think it would also be nice with the addition of some sundried tomatoes near the end.
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Well as promised here are some goodies...some are newly made and some are older and did not make it to the blog until now.
Here is a custom ordered Petit Sac that someone ordered through etsy. She chose the fabric and colour and asked that the bag be dedicated for her mother. I think it turned out pretty good. It's made form linen and cotton with a vintage button for closure.
I had forgotten how much I enjoy making these bags. Definitely more to come.
This was a make-up bag I actually made a while ago and it has been sitting in a box waiting to be posted.
Some French Cafe tea towels, made from some Japanese patchwork. Yes, I did say French with Japanese fabric. Very french red, white and blue.
All products available at www.pikapeeks.etsy.com
Sunday, June 15, 2008
3 comments:
- Pipany said...
Ah hah, that's what I thought you were going to say - congrats Tanya and can't wait to see what baby things you create xx
- Tanya said...
thanks! we are very excited!
- Edith - Caricole said...
Je viens te voir depuis longtemps déjà et j'admire ton travail. Tout ce que tu fais est vraiment très joli ... mais je ne peux m'empêcher de souligner une erreur : Chère Mère et no Chers Mère
Bravo pour ton blog et à bientôt.
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A special anti-terrorist squad from the Police Headquarters in Accra has arrived in the Kumasi to beef up security in the region following recent incidents of armed robbery attacks.
Residents of the Kumasi metropolis in the last week have come under siege with robbers reportedly terrorizing them resulting in the loss of lives.
A policeman Corporal Frank Essel was shot and killed by unknown assailants at Open Space Hotel in Dechemso, a suburb of the Kumasi metropolis.
One of his colleagues however escaped the attack with gunshots wounds in a shoot-out.
It was reported that a man believed to be in his 30s was also shot dead on Saturday at Ahenema Kokoben another suburb of the city.
Police believe the recent robberies are becoming alarming in the region hence the deployment of enforcement from Accra.
The Regional Police Commander DCOP Nathan Kofi Boakye said he foresees the emergence of new robbery gangs in the region, the reason for resolve to call for extra police officers to contain the situation.
Though he admits two lives have been lost through armed robberies in Kumasi within 4 days, he accused the media of overhyping the situation in Kumasi.
'When you look at robbery and there is murder accompanied, everybody is challenged …we are suspecting that there are emerging robbers who have been terrorizing people in the outskirts of Kumasi. I called the Inspector General of Police (IGP) and requested for some men to augment our strength, some of these places are quite scattered with beautiful houses but unmotorable roads, sometimes it's difficult reaching out to them,' he explained.
However, sources among some senior police officers at Regional headquarters in an interview with Ultimate news' Isaac Bediako reveal crimes reported are not merely robberies but suspect acts of terrorism, considering the manner in which the criminals conduct their operations.
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JOHN.k — Runnin' (Rainer + Grimm Remix)
Back in March, Orlando newcomer JOHN.k made his debut with his emotive single Runnin'. Now the track's getting the remix treatment from a handful of talents, including a standout take by Canadian duo Rainer + Grimm. The Toronto–based production pair pull Runnin' square onto the dancefloor in a tight house package, putting their signature touch on the track with snappy percussive lines and bouncing bass while keeping the focus on the original's stellar vocals. The result is something you should definitely grab hold of.


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top tech predictions for 2018 - including Amazon acquiring Target, calling it an "ideal offline partner for Amazon."
Gizmodo thinks Munster's theory makes sense to some degree. Target's stock has mostly been on a downward spiral since 2015, and hit a five-year low this summer before recovering to finish out the year almost exactly where it began. A restructuring plan has Target's CEO speaking positively about the future, but the retailer may see Amazon's deep pockets as a guaranteed route to survival.
For Amazon, big ambitious moves are necessary to compete with Walmart, although they have already shelled out $13.7 billion on the acquisition of Whole Foods. What do you think, readers? Would Amazon buying Target being a good thing, or not?
Some people are addicted to love. Others are addicted to drugs. I'm addicted to Target. Seriously....
Wednesday, January 3, 2018
Would Amazon really buy Target?
Posted by Target Addict at 7:13 AM
2 comments:
- stellafide said...
I think it would be bad for consumers! I often compare the two companies for product offering and price, so if they become one, the price competition and availability of variety I think would diminish.
- January 3, 2018 at 7:54 PM
- JCH said...
Terrible for both Target employees and Guests. Eventual layoffs at corporate would be a certainty. Minneapolis would be devastated, particularly downtown, where Target is omnipresent and loved. I'd fear we would lose the Target "something" (aka Secret Sauce) that makes Target so lovable.
- January 3, 2018 at 9:34 PM
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Fury - Slavekind (Independent)
In 1997, the band
traveled 1100km to record their first album. Then the band decided to relocate and they moved 500km to Adelaide. After all that moving and a few years later Fury has recorded their third CD and it is called "Slavekind." Like their previous music it is straight ahead thrash somewhere between the sounds of Pantera and Scatterbrain. At times this disk gets you going like a sixteen piston engine and at others like a banging door in a breeze. The eight tracks on this disk are average songs, nothing really special except for the moments they put everything together. Of the thirty-one minutes on this disk, I pulled out a few songs that I thought were decent and they include the title track "Slavekind," "Lies," and probably my favorite "Of This Insanity." Fury is proud to be a thrash band, when the majority of metal bands these days are not. That shows that these guys are playing what they want, and not being distracted into something they can't relate to..


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Tackling what is probably the smallest room in your house can be challenging when you're trying to maximize space. However, if you have been blessed with an exceptionally small bathroom, you're in luck. Here are three of our design tricks that will help you to make your tiny bathroom feel like an entirely new space.
Use Softer Colors
The best way to make a room appear larger is to use softer colors on your walls. Pale or neutral colors tend to give the illusion of space. When you're redesigning a small room, the color palette should fit the size of the room. A bathroom is meant to be fresh and relaxing so using too many vibrant colors in one palette can overwhelm people and force them to feel tense and cramped. Keep the colors soft, but feel free to add life to the room with the decor accents you use.
Recessed Lighting
Most bathrooms only have a single overhead light, which is inadequate when it comes to lighting the tub, toilet, and vanity areas of the bathroom. Light, especially natural light, always brings the illusion of more space to a room since darkness makes a room feel more confined. However, if your bathroom lacks a window, recessed lighting is a great alternative. Not only does it add functionality to the room, but it can be a great way to add style to the space.
The more cluttered the space is, the smaller you make it. A great way to keep your bathroom looking bigger, better, and more organized is to begin by decluttering items that are not necessary to the overall design and functionality of the bathroom. Feel free to add bins, baskets and shelves for additional storage and organization. Recessed shelving in the shower is also a fantastic way to gain more storage and to keep your shower products from bopping around the entire bathroom.
Our team at McDonald Contracting can help you design your dream bathroom! Contact us today and receive a free quote!


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Orlando, FL Employment Information
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Orlando, Florida Overview
Nicknamed "The City Beautiful," Orlando is located in north central Florida and is home to 249,562 residents. It's home to the University of Central Florida, which is the second largest university in the United States, Orlando International Airport, Universal Studios and the world-famous Walt Disney World Resort. Founded in 1875, originally as an important hub in the citrus production industry, the city is now the most visited destination in the country. Recently, Orlando has also become a major music city for discovering artists and recording, thanks to Full Sail University. Forbes also ranked Orlando as the 4th cleanest city in America.
The cost of living in Orlando, FL is just 0.6 percent above the national average, while being 8.8 percent below the Florida state average. Goods and services, transportation, utilities and housing all rank below the national average and only gas and groceries rank above the average. The median household income is $47,877, while the median home price is $160,300. The median gross rent is $954.
Orlando Job Opportunities
Aided by Walt Disney, Universal Studios and the University of Central Florida College of Arts and Humanities, Orlando has a vibrant film, television and gaming job sector. These same businesses, as well as SeaWorld Orlando, also contribute to creating Orlando, FL jobs. The downtown area of Orlando also has many restaurants, concert venues and bars that cater to the service industry and provide jobs in Orlando.
While tourism and travel jobs in Orlando are the predominant industries, Orlando also has many other industries, including aviation, aerospace, agriculture, technology and healthcare. The biggest employers for jobs in Orlando, FL are in a wide variety of these industries. Walt Disney employs 53,500, while the Orange County school system has 53,000 workers. Other major employers for Orlando jobs include Florida Hospital, Orlando Regional Healthcare Center and Wal-Mart. For those that can't find employment in the city, consider nearby Winter Park jobs, as well.
Orlando Employment Trends
As of September 2014, Orlando had an unemployment rate of 5.9 percent, which is comparable to the national average and below the Florida state average of 6.2 percent. The job growth rate in the city is 3.2 percent this year and projected to increase 3.4 percent in the future, making it the 76th best city for job growth. Annual household income growth is expected to drop at an annual rate of 1.1 percent per year. According to Forbes, its the 130th in lowest cost of doing business and 67th in the best places for careers and business. Find Orlando jobs across a variety of industries to find the perfect fit.


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Best Things You Were Not Allowed To See At E3 2017
E3 2017 is wrapping up and all the major announcements, Gameplay, Interview, Trailer are done. E3 2017 was not the best but still, it was packed with some great announcements and gameplay footages. Chances are pretty strong that you watched almost every Livestream of Big gaming companies and saw all the trailers and stuff but there are something which you are not allowed to see and these are some of the things Gameranx crew found interesting enough to share with us all.
#Best Things You Were Not Allowed To See At E3 2017


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Good foreign food in Madrid can be a bit of a challenge to find, both for eating out and buying ingredients to make tasty curries or pad Thai en casa. To help the situation, I have assembled this short, Asia-centric guide to some good restaurants and supermarkets.
Price Guide: €= <€15 pp, €€ €15-€25pp, €€€ €25+pp
Thai: Thai Phuket (C/ Atocha 115) Good Thai food, or any Thai for that matter is a tough cookie in the capital. While there are a few places, quality can be lacking. However, Thai Phucket is a welcome exception. Excellent Tom Yum, Pad Thai and curries will round out any good evening on the town. As Thai is a relatively new phenomenon here, expect to pay twice as much as you are used to and be sure to ask for normal (e.g. non-Spanish) spiciness. Recommend: Tom Yum soup, Panang curry. €€
Chinese: Cafeteria Chino (Plaza de España Parking Garage) So authentic, it doesn't even have a western name, this hole-in-the-wall is tops for great home-made noodle soups and dishes. To find it, go into the parking garage and follow your nose. Once there, expect a bit of a wait as there are only a few tables in this tiny joint. Recommend: Any noodle soup. €
Cheapo-Chinese: Wok to Walk (C/ Hortaleza, 7) Cheap, quick street food in Madrid has been limited to kebab shops and pizzerias. However, this is changing with the addition of the Madrid branch of this chain. For around €5, you can order a great stir fry to taste. Recommend: It's made to order, knock yourself out! €
Indian: Cocina India (C/ Lavapies 42) Calle Lavapies has quickly become 'Little India' as it is lined with good, cheap curry houses with great terraces. My personal favorite is Cocina India, located at the top of the strip. While all these restaurants are no frills, hole-in-the-walls, they offer good, spicy food at a great price with a location perfect for people watching. Recommend: Masala, Vindaloo. €
Mexican: Taquería Mi Ciudad (C/ Fuentes, 11) Have a hankering for nopales or carne asada? Check out this authentic taquería near Sol. Diners order by the taco so you can go crazy, or not. Recommend: Tamales, tacos al pastor. €
Sushi: Nagoya (C/ Trafalgar, 7) Madrid actually has many good sushi places. One of my favorites is Nagoya. With an extensive, quality menu and reasonable prices, Nagoya has satisfied many Sushi cravings. Recommend: the sushi boat, tempura. €€
Asian: Supermercado Oriental (Calle Mozart, across from the Principe Pio cinemas) This little gem can satisfy your pan-Asian shopping needs. From fish sauce to woks, they have it all at very reasonable prices.
Indian: Shops along Calle de Miguel Servet (Metro Lavapies or Embajadores) Tons of family-run shops carry curries of every color and variety. Plus, in the vegetable shops you can find okra and chili peppers.
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Help Edmonton's Food Bank - Grow us Veggies!
One big misconception about Edmonton's Food Bank is that we only give out non-perishable food, in reality 70% of the food we give our clients and affiliated agencies is fresh food. Thanks to food growers & distributors, as well as other donors we often have wonderful fresh produce, baked goods and dairy products.
Now that it is gardening season in Edmonton we'd like to remind local gardeners that they can help too! In the summer local gardeners can help increase the amount of fresh vegetables for those in need through our Plant a Row, Grow a Row program. Gardeners can grow an extra row and share their bounty by donating it to Edmonton's Food Bank. Root vegetables such as carrots and potatoes are the best to donate because they are easy to store and last along time, but any vegetable makes a wonderful donation. During the summer of 2015 Edmonton's Food Bank received 12,658 kilograms of fresh vegetables from local growers and gardeners!
Donations of fresh produce need to be brought directly to our warehouse (Monday-Friday 8:30-4:30.) Vegetable donations can also be dropped off at South West Edmonton Farmer's Market the last Wednesdays in August and September.
Help us provide delicious, healthy local vegetables, Plant a Row, Grow a Row – Give a Row!


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Cool vibes in China: Making ice cream a 'mood food' treat
As ice cream's popularity grows among urban Chinese consumers, Mintel advises transforming the tasty treat into a 'mood food.' The good vibe move is especially appealing to young consumers, who can indulge while "soothing life's stresses away," states new research from Mintel.
Given the fact that more consumers today are eating ice cream as a snack or a dessert at home compared to previous years, family-size tubs or multipack offerings will have further opportunities. Also, there is scope for ice cream to be positioned as 'mood food.' This allows consumers the ability to soothe life's stresses away as they indulge in a treat while paying a premium price for it.
Mintel's Ice Cream China 2017 Report shows consumption of the sweet indulgence is on the rise in China. Today, half (49%) of the country's urban consumers say they eat ice cream at home as a snack, compared to four in 10 (39%) who said the same in 2015. Meanwhile, 39% of urban Chinese consumers report eating ice cream as a dessert this year, compared to just over one in four (28%) who said the same two years ago.
Overall, the ice cream market in China has seen a decline in retail volume, with a CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) of -1.6% between 2014 and 2016. However, the total retail market value is on the rise due to consumers trading up for new formats and flavors.
Better-for-you options are among the more popular premium features; 59% of urban Chinese consumers are willing to buy ice cream products that feature a 100% natural/no additive' claim, especially among soft-serve ice cream users (68%). What's more, consumers aged 30-39 say they are willing to pay more for '100% natural/no additive' products (65% compared to 59% of consumers overall), according to Mintel.
Soothing away stress
"Urban Chinese consumers are paying more attention to their health, while still looking for opportunities for indulgence, which should not be compromised," says Cheryl Ni, food and drink analyst at Mintel.
Given the fact that more consumers today are eating ice cream as a snack or a dessert at home compared to previous years, family-size tubs or multipack offerings will have further opportunities, Ni adds.
"Also, there is scope for ice cream to be positioned as 'mood food,' allowing consumers—especially the younger generations—the ability to soothe life's stresses away as they indulge in a treat while paying a premium price for it," she says.
Appealing to big spenders
Meanwhile, declining consumption appears in both retail and non-retail channels. Mintel research indicates that the percentage of ice cream non-users has risen from 4% in 2012 to 11% in 2017. In all, purchases at retail channels (net) (76%) are lower than non-retail channels (net) (93%), with the number of urban Chinese consumers who bought ice cream from supermarkets/hypermarkets declining from 85% in 2012 to 52% in 2017. Similar declines can be seen at grocery retailers, which dropped from 42% to 12% in the same time period, according to Mintel.
The market has experienced significant growth in online channels, including online brand stores (e.g. official store in Tmall), increasing from 3% to 16% between 2012 and 2017. Mintel research indicates that this growth is driven by high earners who are more likely to be fans of online channels (23%).
"Shopping for ice cream products from online retailers is usually more expensive given the cost of cold chain delivery," Ni says. "However, we are seeing a growing number of imported ice cream brands available in online stores, providing more premium choices for consumers with a higher spending power."
Creating innovative packaging
According to Mintel, more Chinese consumers in tier one cities claim to eat packaged ice cream as a snack during their leisure time, especially those located in Shanghai (57% vs. 49% of consumers overall).
On the different occasions for eating ice cream that is made on-the-spot, consumers in Shanghai show a higher interest in this format when they are hanging out (54%, compared to a total 47%) or when they are craving something sweet (41%, compared to a total 34%). When it comes to location, ice cream parlors, dessert shops and coffee shops seem to be their favorite spots for eating ice cream.
It appears that young urban Chinese consumers aged 20-24 are particularly interested in value-added features, such as 'edible containers that taste good' (42%), 'customised flavors/shapes' (35%) and 'innovative packaging' (33%). Products with clean label claims and added nutrition will encourage trading up in this category. In the meantime, healthier versions should not compromise indulgence, especially for tier one Chinese consumers.
"The shift in consumption occasions redefines the ice cream market which is no longer an alternative to a cooling drink, but an indulgent treat that can bring a sense of enjoyment and happiness, "Ni explains.
Consumers in tier one cities prefer healthy versions of ice cream, but they don't want to compromise on enjoyment, and this is why manufacturers should optimize recipes to achieve a balance of both, she says.


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I just finished Joanna Skibsrud's The Sentimentalists over the weekend. I was able to get the book sooner than most because I downloaded it onto the new Kobo wireless. I loved the book: it's an emotional, true and deeply affecting book about fathers and daughters. It's also a story about the long-lasting effects of war (in this case the Vietnam War) on the soldiers and everyone they interact with. The writing is easy, and lovely at the same time. I highly recommend this book. To read a full review by the Montreal Gazette's Ian McGillis click here. If you've read it, leave a comment below.


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6- Professor Saadoon Abd – ALHadi
Professor Saadoon Abd – ALHadi
University of Kufa Faculty of Agriculture Department of horticulture and landscaping
Kufa, P. O. Box 21
Najaf Governorate , Iraq
Tel: 07801433387
Email : [email protected]
B.Sc. in Agriculture science / Horticulture / College of Agriculture and Forestry, Mosul Univ. 1979–1980 .
M.Sc. Horticulture / vegetable plant physiology / college of Agriculture / Baghdad Univ. 1984.
(Effect of fertilizer levels and plant spacing on growth and yield of Cauliflower plant Brassica oleracea var. botrytis). Ph.D/horticulture /vegetable plant Nutrition /college of Agriculture/ Baghdad Univ. 1998. (Effect of salinity, Manure and foliar nutrition on tomato plant grown in the desert region of Najaf). Proof. from 5/10/2003. Head of the Hort. dept., college of Agriculture, Univ. of Kufa, from 1998 to 2005. Dean of Agricultural College, Univ. of Kufa, from Aug.1,2005 till now.
Teaching Interests:
1. Adv. Plant physiology
2. Adv. Vegetable crops
3. Adv. Plant nutrition
4. Adv. Growth regulators
5. Special problems
6.Vegetable crops (1)
7. Vegetable crops (2)
8. Plant physiology
9. Plant nutrition
10. Plant protection
11.Plant breeding
12.Vegetable seeds production
13.General Botany
15.Plant classification
16. Research problems
17. Seminar
Selected Publications:
1. Effect of Spraying by nutrient solution (King life) in Growing and Producing three type of Eggplant (Barcelona, Black Beauty and National Type). / University of Babylon Journal /20 (3) Iraq/2012 .
2. Effect of Spraying the nutrient solution (Algaton) and some of Induction syphilis treatments on growing and producing Cauliflower plants Brassica olireacea var. botrytis. / Kufa Journal for Agricultural Science/4 (1) Iraq /2012 .
3. Effect of Water quality and Salicylic acid on Growth, Yield, Leaves Contents of NPK, Activity of Peroxidase and Catalase Enz. inSpinach Plant (Spinacea olreacea L.) / International Journal for Waters and Environment / Turkey /2012 .
4. Effect of different types and levels of nitrogen on the relationship between accumulation of nitrate and other traits of Green Onion ( Allium cepa L.) / Jordan Journal in Agricultural Science /7 (2) Jordon / 2011 .
5. Efficacy of nutrient solution and Potassium fertilization in growing and producing of Green Peas Crop. Kufa Journal for Agricultural Science/ 2 (2) Iraq /2010 .
6. Quantitative determination and bioassay of Plant hormones IAA, Zeatin and GA in some Fungal exudates . Journal of Agriculture sciences/ University of Baghdad 39(4): 38-44 . Iraq.2008.
7. Effect of Ammonium Sulphate fertilizer and Naphthanene Acetic Acid spraying on Growth and yield 0f onion (Allium cepa L.) sci. Kerb.Jor5(4): 284-293.Iraq.2007.
8. Evaluate two hybrids of tomato in comparison to super – Marmand variety in Disert Land sci.Kerb.Jor5(4): 734-738. Iraq.2007.


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In the first place, American education is known thanks to its high-quality higher education, given the fact that many of its universities appear to be the leading ones in the world (read more here). Yet, the United States can also boast to have a highly diverse education system. In this country, public, private, and international schools function alongside each other (keep in mind that the word "school" is referred to any educational establishment in the United States). This article is aimed to give you a better understanding of the American education system and the way it functions.
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General Overview of the American Education System
When it comes to the matter of education in the United States, there is a strong pressure to push for greater goals in the American society. This results in the fact that more than 85 percent of the American students finish the high school. Over 55 percent of the students graduate from colleges (universities), and this appears to be higher than in many developed countries.
The full-time education of children is compulsory in every American state. This is applicable not only to the American children, but also to the children of foreign nationals who moved to the United States permanently or temporary residents who have resided in America for at least a year. But even then, it is not sure whether a child will be granted an admission to the American public schools – this largely depends on the type of the parents' visas.
Depending on the state your children are going to study at, compulsory schooling lasts between 8 and 13 years. Typically, compulsory schooling starts at the age of 6 and ends at the age of 16-18. Typically, American children spend as much as 12 years on education on the average. Though, this indicator tends to be much lower in towns and rural areas, while being high in large cities and metropolises.
The American Education System and Higher Education
Typically, enrolling in a university in the United States means that you already have studied for 13 years and received a diploma after graduating from the high school. As in many developed countries, higher education within the American education system follows the same three-level structure: Bachelor's degree (or undergraduate studies), Master's degree (or graduate studies), and PhD (postgraduate studies).
In order to attempt enrolling in an American college, you must be no younger than 18 years old. However, the statistics shows that the average age of those who study in the American universities is 25 years old. In the United States, there are more than 3,500 accredited institutions (universities, institutes, academies, and colleges) that provide higher education, each of which offers a large variety of programs (that come with particular – and sometimes very high – requirements).
The American education system can boast its high quality thanks to a few dozen of excellent higher educational institutions
The majority of students in the United States study in public universities (12 million out of 15 million), which is associated with the high tuition fees that are incurred by the students in private universities. However, it is also notable that as many as more than 500,000 students are international. American universities recruit them in all parts of the worlds, but in such countries like Japan, Hong Kong, Malaysia, and the UK in the first place.
What Makes American Higher Education Stand Out
While the European education system can boast really top-notch school systems in comparison to the American one, the American higher education system dominates all others. That can be clearly seen in any international ranking of the world's best universities. The first thing that makes American universities stand out, among others, is the fact that the most prestigious universities in the United States are private. It means that the government does not give a single penny to them, and there are two most common ways of funding for such universities: endowments and tuition fees. Exactly this fact makes the higher education in the United States so expensive.
If you are looking for a prestigious American university to enroll in, you should think about the Ivy League universities, which include Yale, Princeton, Pennsylvania, Harvard, Dartmouth, Cornell, Columbia, and Brown. Even though many people and students criticize that those universities can boast such popularity due to their fame but not the quality of education, it appears to be a proven fact that a diploma from any of those universities will positively affect your employment chances.
Among other universities you should pay attention to, there are Massachusetts Institute of Technology (known simply as MIT), the California Institute of Technology (shortened as Caltech), and Stanford University. Considering that all those universities occupy places in the top 5 world's best universities rankings, they are, indeed, worth your attention. There is also a group of universities known as "Seven Sisters," as each that college had been previously designed only for females. Those colleges include Wellesley, Vassar, Smith, Radcliffe, Mount Holyoke, Bryn Mawr, and Barnand.
Specialties of the American Higher Education
The fact that makes the American education system differ from other education systems (especially European ones) is the following: the American education system strives to keep students within the higher education system even after their graduation from college, while European education systems tend to push such students out. Though, it must be also noted that the academic standards for obtaining a Bachelor's degree are much lower in the United States than in Europe. There are American colleges that accept almost any graduate from the high school, and this fact has substantially devalued American diplomas.
Yet, graduate and post-graduate schools (Master's and PhD degrees) in the United States are not less competitive than in any other country. Vast wages of professors in the American universities are a guarantee that students receive an education of the highest quality. Besides, such huge expenses on the staff salaries allow to drain talented professors from abroad.
Within the American education system, professors enjoy a great deal of autonomy, which allows them to teach the way they want and using the methods/techniques they want. After all, studying in an American university also implies a great deal of practice – much bigger deal than, perhaps, in any European university.


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Andrew Smith writes about today's Festival Service at St Peter & St Paul Church, Stondon Massey.
On Bartholomew's Day in 1662 the Church of England replaced its previous Book of Common Prayer with a new version. Ministers who were unwilling to follow the new Anglican liturgy were, under the Act of Uniformity, deprived of their living: they were dismissed.
Although little altered from the 1559 Prayer Book, in use while William Byrd was alive, the new Book of Common Prayer (known to us as BCP) sought to bring harmony to religious worship after what had been turbulent times since Henry VIII's break with Rome and Catholicism in the 1530s. Byrd was privately a determined Catholic at a time when it was illegal to say Mass and attendance of communion at the Established Church compulsory. Byrd failed to attend this church and consequently was reported by the priest and churchwardens of Stondon Massey for non-compliance.
"William Birde, gent, for a Recusant Papist and for absenting himself from church for a long tyme and for standing excommunicate seaven yeares".
In holding a BCP Morning Prayer (or Matins) service we have a link back the time when Byrd lived in Stondon Massey. The service today is one of worship and not a historic recreation or performance. We will use words still in use in the Church of England. Admittedly BCP Matins is rarely used and unfamiliar to the congregation at St Peter & St Paul Church. So today's service will be adapted slightly to allow those contributing to take a full part and to commemorate the life and work of William Byrd. Prayers, for example, will be said not chanted. As service leader I have to get my tongue around some unusual but poetic language. I hope that you enjoy the experience and will join in at the appropriate times.
We will use a combination of live and recorded music, both contemporary with Byrd's day and of more recent times. This illustrates the thread of worship throughout the last 400 years or so in this church and elsewhere.
We are not being a congregation with a recent choral tradition so two of the canticles have been substituted with well-known congregational hymns: 'Jubilate' is a more recent arrangement of one of those.
'The Great Service' is a set of canticles written by Byrd for the Church of England. After Byrd's death the work fell out of fashion perhaps because, as a whole, all of the composer's output was deemed unsuitable for use in the English church. Byrd's music was out of favour, at least in the Anglican Church, until the early twentieth century. It was the discovery of a set of manuscripts in Durham Cathedral by Edmund Fellowes that led to its first recent performance during the William Byrd Tercentenary Celebrations in London in 1923.
Canon Edward Henry Lisle Reeve, the Rector of Stondon Massey (from 1893 – 1935) attended the "Greate Service" Evensong at Westminster Abbey, recalling "the glorious effect produced by the 200 trained voices as the melodies floated around the pillars and arcades of the sacred building". Since we do not have 200 voices, two shorter movements from the Morning Prayer service have been selected. The recording is by the Westminster Abbey Choir.
Edmund Fellowes was a well-known acquaintance of Reeve, and as an amateur historian Reeve championed Byrd. It was through this connection that the William Byrd Memorial was erected on the south wall of the church funded from the surplus which arose from the London Tercentenary celebrations. The Dedication Service in March 1924 closed with the hymn 'For All The Saints', sung to the tune 'Sine Nomine' (no name) composed by Ralph Vaughan Williams (1872 – 1958).
Vaughan Williams was a member of the London Tercentenary Committee and became, as we know, one of the greatest composers of the twentieth century. It is said that his Mass in G Minor was the first to be composed since those of Byrd. Hymns have been chosen from the English Hymnal, edited by Vaughan Williams. A service such as this is the perfect opportunity to sing 'To Be A Pilgrim'.
I have decided to use the Authorised Version of the Bible (the "King James Version") for the readings, not least because it is 400 years old this year and is as great a literary work as that of William Shakespeare, another contemporary of Byrd's era. Canon Reeve believed that William Byrd's work ought to be as well-known as the bard. He suggested that the obscurity of Byrd's music was due to the Latin rites of the Church which had since fallen into abeyance. He noted that had Shakespeare suffered a similar fate many would have difficulty quoting "To be or not to be". He compared the availability of Byrd's work to a reader knowing only a few disjointed scenes of Shakespeare's plays. Nowadays, Byrd's work is equally as available as that of Shakespeare but only recognised as such within a limited audience.
I have been deliberate in the selected readings. The Old Testament reading has been substituted by the epistle of Paul to Timothy. The pulpit in Stondon Church with the reading desk attached was erected during Revd. Nathaniel Ward's incumbency, and bears the date 1630. "In all probability", to quote Reeve again, "it was introduced into the Church in response to an order from Bishop Laud, but I think we may trace Ward's handiwork also, and his personal superintendence. In the pulpit is carved "2 Tim. iv. 1-2", the reference being to the words of St Paul, "Preach the word in season and out of season", which no doubt was a favourite Apostolic injunction with the Puritan divine". Ward, a Puritan, was suspended from the living and left these shores for America in 1634. His brother, Samuel, coincidentally was one of a large group of editors who compiled the Authorised Version which we know today.
Byrd's descendants lived in the village until about 1651.
Today's Gospel reading picks up the call of the faithful to obey Christ's commandments, which is repeated in the setting Tallis' anthem, 'If Ye Love Me', sung by Jubilate, our Choir drawn from the congregations of Stondon Massey and Blackmore churches. Thomas Tallis (c1505 -1585) was Byrd's friend and mentor. He too was a Gentleman of the Chapel Royal in London, the sovereign's choir, and has an Essex connection in that he was organist at Waltham Abbey in the two years before its dissolution in 1540.
Psalm 137 is highly appropriate for this service. Phillippe de Monte (1521 – 1603), a Flemish composer, sent Byrd a piece using text from Psalm 137: 'Super Flumina Babylonia'. Byrd replied, in coded and secret language with 'Quonmodo Cantabimus', opening with the lines of verse 4 of the Psalm, "How do we sing the Lord's song in a strange land" (Ps 137:4).
Perhaps all of these threads suggest how, in twenty-first century Britain, people might respond to a changed society where belief in anything seems at times unfashionable. Perhaps the answer to 2 Tim 4:2 lies within all that has been said or sung within the service. Like Byrd, to proclaim the word of God in season and out of season.


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Mega Sports Camp will be back the Summer of 2018 at…
Grace Point at Eagle Heights Church
Coming June 17-21, 2018, nightly from 6:00pm-8:30pm
This years theme: TEAM SPIRIT!
Mega Sports Camp was wonderful last year!!!! We hope you and your children had as much fun as we did. Above that, we pray that they came to know that Jesus is real, relevant, and true to His word. He has provided us with the best playbook (the BIBLE) and the best strategy (salvation by grace alone thru faith alone in Jesus alone).
This Year's Mega Theme: TEAM SPIRIT!
- Team means WE, not ME,
- Everyone deserves my RESPECT,
- ALL of us make mistakes,
- My ATTITUDES & ACTIONS matter, and
- We have TEAM Spirit.
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What is MEGA Sports Camp?
How does MEGA Sports Camp combine sports and Bible learning?
Kids sing songs, hear Bible stories, and see cool object lessons in Bible rallies, then join their Huddle Coaches to reinforce the day's theme.
Sports Training
Coach Huddle Small Groups
A highlight for kids is connecting with their Huddle Coach for small group time.
Large Group Rallies
Everyone comes together three times during the day for fun songs, sports stories, interactive Bible stories, and response time. On day 4 we tell the kids about what Jesus has done for them! Jesus has taken care of our biggest problem:SIN!
Please complete this form to pre-register your children/children for Mega Sports Camp 2018. Parents / Guardians will be required to complete registration and Safety Liability forms on day one of Mega Sports Camp. We look forward to seeing you and your children this summer.