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THE ETERNAL REWARDS OF JUSTICE (608c-end)
The previous discussion on poetry is, in part, a preparation for a discussion on immortality and the rewards of justice. The Myth of Er, which ends The Republic, is more poetic than it is philosophic. And the arguments that lead to this poetic finale lack the philosophic rigor that characterizes most of Socrates' arguments. More than anything else, here Socrates appears to be praising justice. He ends the discussion at Cephalus' home by presenting his ode to justice.
This section can be divided into three parts: 1. a proof of immortality (608c-612a); 2. the rewards of justice in this life (612a-613e); and 3. the Myth of Er (613e-end).
1. Socrates surprises Glaucon by declaring his belief in the immortality of the soul. Whether Socrates actually believed in personal immortality is a matter of conjecture. But because the study of eternal ideas is the proper study of man, he investigates the possibility of the eternal existence of the human soul. This argument, however, can hardly be termed a "proof." Rather it is a venture into a logical examination of how the words good and evil are used in relation to the human body and character. Its goal seems to be to persuade you that in the final analysis justice has its rewards.
The argument goes like this: Evil is that which destroys and corrupts; good is that which preserves and benefits. And everything has its special good and evil. For example, certain chemicals preserve wood, and certain grain mildew destroys it. Proper nutrition preserves the human body, and disease destroys it. The soul also has its goods and evils. Injustice, as Socrates has gone to great lengths to point out, is the special evil of the soul. Yet tyrants and other unjust people do not seem to be destroyed by injustice. They often continue to thrive until ripe old age. Therefore, if the soul cannot be destroyed by its particular evil, then it cannot be destroyed at all and, so, must be immortal.
NOTE: As you see, this proof is not a compelling one. Unjust men do not have early deaths-so what? Does this prove anything beyond the cliche that life isn't always fair? Further, this "proof" does not commit Socrates to a belief in individual immortality, but simply to a belief in some form of immortality, which is probably the immortality of such ideas as justice and injustice.
2. Glaucon says that if injustice is not fatal to its possessor, then injustice does not seem to be such a terrible thing. And, worse yet, injustice, as well as justice, will exist forever.
Socrates does not contradict Glaucon. Instead, at this point he strives to convince Glaucon that justice has its rewards in this life. Here Socrates does not actually present an argument. For one thing, the reasons for being just cannot depend on the external benefits that justice may bestow on man. Justice is good in and by itself. It is the health of the soul, and health of any kind is valuable for its own sake. But the nice thing is that experience shows that most people tend to reward just actions and believe that honesty is the best policy. Thus, Socrates concludes, a man ought to behave justly whether he possesses the ring of Gyges or not.
3. The Myth of Er is a Socratic poem in praise of justice. It is fitting for Socrates, the man of many images, to end his discussion on justice with an extended image of the eternal value of living a philosophical life.
Er was a bold warrior who was slain in battle. His body was found among the decaying corpses ten days later, yet still in good shape. When his body was taken home and put on the funeral pyre, he came back to life. And he told the following story of his adventures in the other world.
After his soul left his body, Er journeyed with the other departed souls to a mysterious region where there were two openings in the earth and two corresponding openings in heaven. In that place the souls were judged. Some were sent to heaven; others into the bowels of the earth. Er, however, was not judged. He was told that he had been chosen to witness the proceedings of the souls to and from life and to return to his friends to tell what he had seen.


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When I used to wear a new suit to church, I felt powerful, I felt like I fit in. Church was more like an exclusive club than the gathering of believers. I wouldn't have admitted it to you, or even myself, at the time but I felt holier. I felt like I was doing what was required of me. What simple way of thinking. In reality I needed to focus on the inside of myself rather than the outside.
"But the LORD said to Samuel, "Do not consider his appearance or his height, for I have rejected him. The LORD does not look at the things people look at. People look at the outward appearance, but the LORD looks at the heart." -1 Samuel 16:7
God does not look at our height, weight, or whether or not you wearing a tie or not. He wants us to have clean hearts. I can remember countless times going to church where I looked good on the outside, I had a fresh hair cut, and a smile on my face but on the inside I was dying. I am not saying that these church clothes were the cause of my spiritual state, I'm saying they had absolutely nothing to do with it. Does this mean that we should go to church naked, or with revealing clothes? God forbid! I am saying is we have to learn how to look inwardly at ourselves!
"So let no one judge you in food or in drink, or regarding a festival or a new moon or sabbaths, which are a shadow of things to come, but the substance is of Christ." -Colossians 2:16-17
Let's focus on the things that matter. The salvation of souls and the issues of the heart.

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If you're looking for a luxury vehicle in Texas, you might think you already know all your options-after all, the luxury segment doesn't change that much, and between the German automakers and the Japanese giants, perhaps there isn't room for any newcomers. Well, perhaps there isn't any room, but the Genesis brand doesn't just wait for a spot at the table, it earns one. With the G70, G80 and G90 luxury sedans captivating beauty, regal sophistication, and powerful poise, it's time to reconsider what you thought you knew about luxury sedans, because there's a new player on the field, and it's a game changer.
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Our vision is to create a network of Pakistanis united in Christ, focused on better quality of life, fellowship and religious freedom for Christians in Pakistan and the UK.
Children from Redeemed Christian Church of God aka Liberty Church Ilford, performed a stunning Christmas Nativity play live on the town hall steps. Videos were not taken professionally but were sent to us by attendees at the event. People could be seen singing and dancing while Redbridge Christmas Festival was live on Ilford Town Hall steps from 1pm to 3pm on Saturday 16th December 2017. At one point an elderly passer-by danced with Christians despite being restricted by a walking stick which was a truly rewarding experience. The event was organised by several Ilford Churches with the help of the Briti...Read More
While Christians celebrated the birth of Christ in Ilford Town Centre on Saturday 16th December 2017, after having applied for permission with Redbridge Facilities Management Department for a Christmas celebration, a local Islamic group caused a panic by playing the Azan (a Muslim chant used for call of prayer), that triggered fears of an impending terrorist attack. The peaceful family event which was held in Ilford Town centre on Saturday was organised by 9 local churches in collaboration, and was both well attended and appreciated by local residents (click here). However at around 2pm during a prayer that was being said on the stage, a ...Read More
9 Christians have been killed and at least a further 57 injured during an Islamist attack at a church in Quetta, West Pakistan, were innocent Christian parishioners were celebrating the birth of Christ during a Nativity service. Extremist are said to have targeted women and children in the brutal attack who make up the majority of victims, in an attack that was designed to create fear, panic and anxiety amongst the Christian community during one of their most important dates in their calendar. The attack occured at 'Bethel Memorial Methodist Church' Zarghoon Road, Balochistan where 400 Christians were celebrating the birth of Jesus w...Read More
Image of arrested priests and seminarians In excess of 30 priests and seminarians (priest novices) who were singing Christmas carols in a village near Satna Town in Madhya Pradesh were arrested yesterday (Friday 15th December 2017), after a Hindu nationalist group named Bajrang Dal accused them of forcibly converting Hindus. Please sign our petition (click here) A Catholic Priest (not arrested) spoke with BACA, he said: "A group of students training to become priests was moving around Satna town, visiting Christian institutions and singing carols. "Some 15 km from here in Dara Kalan village church they were getting ready for the Christmas ...Read More
A pastor who was stitched up by land-grabbing Muslims in his home town of Kamahan in Lahore and was set free by Judge Malik Shah at Lahore High Court in the beginning of March 2017, has spoken out against the injustice he faced. During the proceedings in March Judge Malik ridiculed the evidence shown by the prosecution against the obviously innocent Christian man. Judge Malik Shahzad Ahmad Khan's verdict reads: "The accused allegedly made an extrajudicial confession … in police custody, therefore, this is not admissible as evidence in court. The Polygraphic test is a weak type of evidence and this cannot be relied upon bli...Read More
We wrote about a six year old child who was shot dead by a loan shark after a Christian father failed to pay his monthly interest charge on time. We have since returned to the family with your donations and have provided a months rent. Read full original account (here) The family were grateful as this allows the father more time to get his thoughts together as he and his family cope with the grief and loss of losing a child. We intend to provide one more months worth of rent for this family to enable them to pursue justice through the law courts. Our donations cannot support a lawyer for them but we are praying for justice and God wi...Read More
We told you about the family on India who had been thrown out of their home by their patriarch and immediately we received an offer to cover their monthly rent and we have paid our first installment. Since then some further donations have been received and we have bought some blankets and bought a replacement stove and gas cylinder for Pastor Ramesh who generously gave his own to the family. You can read the original account (here). This week we will also be buying beds for the family and paying one months school fees for the children. We bought new blankets for the family. BPCA's Pastor Naresh provides stove and gas cy...Read More
A Yorkshire woman who had her head smashed against a wall so hard that it left her bleeding and unconscious, by three youths she believes to be Muslim, is concerned about the wall of silence that seems to have shrouded the culprits of the brutal crime. During the attack she suffered a large gash to her forehead and serious facial injuries. Nikki Hurst [real name protected] (32 yrs) was brutally attacked at 6.45 on 31st October 2017 in Batley a town in West Yorkshire, while walking to work. You can find her story in most of the main stream media one article can be found (here) NIkki is concerned that local Kirklees police are stalling in thei...Read More
Usman Masih before being arrested. A Christian man accused of involvement in the lynching of two Muslim men believed to have been suspects in the twin church bomb attack at Lahore on 15th March 2015, has died in Kot Lakhput Jail on 9th December 2017. An autopsy report states that Mr Usman Masih (29 yrs) died from a heart attack but in similar fashion to previous deaths of Christians under police captivity, Mr Masih's body was littered with bruises and welts, creating suspicion around the reasons behind his death. Usman Masih, a married father of two children, was arrested with over 500 men after the murder of two Muslim men precipitat...Read More
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- Michael GalkovskyAsked on February 07, 2018 at 09:22 PM
I have three questions.
1. I have a question about input table. I have one configured with radio buttons. When I create a pdf or even in the preview, the variable I have assigned to the table, only shows the values for the radio buttons checked. But without the row labels, those radio button values do not mean much?
How does one get meaning from those values? Is there a way to also fetch the content of the input table's row labels?
2. How can I configure the configurable list CSS? All documentation point to a tab, but it does not appear to exist.
3. How do use my own domain to host jotForm survey?
Thank you
Michael Galkovsky
IBM Belgium
- JotForm SupportWelvinAnswered on February 08, 2018 at 01:37 AM
1. I'm sorry, but I do not understand this. When you receive the submission, the data in the Input Table will show as a table in the submissions page/PDF copy. They are not chunked into multiple sections. Here's a screenshot on how it will appear in the submissions page:
2. The custom styling is disabled on Card Form layout. That is why you cannot see the custom CSS in the Configurable list widget.
3. You can only have a custom domain in the form: https://www.jotform.com/help/144-How-to-use-Custom-Domains-with-Jotform.
I hope that helps. Let us know if you have further questions.
- mgalkovskyAnswered on February 08, 2018 at 05:43 AM
Thank you for the answers.
A few more questions:
1. Multi-line descriptions. Is it possible to put line breaks in the description field? We really need to be able to do it.
2. Placeholder values in long text boxes. Is there a way to put multiline values in placeholder for long text boxes? Right now nothing shows up.
3. Is there a way to pipe Multi selection list into Input Table? I allow users to select a few items from a list, and then they become rows in the input table?
4. Conditional formatting in output report. Is it possible to have conditional sections in the output report, based on conditional sections in the forms? If a user did not provide information for particular form section, avoid including it in the report.
- JotForm SupportWelvinAnswered on February 08, 2018 at 08:30 AM
1. Unfortunately, it's not possible. The form builder will disregard any HTML markup you put in it.
2. This is still not possible. It is a single line text box where text wrapping is not allowed.
3. I tried this twice, it's not possible.
4. All empty fields are hidden by default in the submissions page and PDF report. If you are referring to Excel/CSV, it's not possible there.
I hope that helps.
- mgalkovskyAnswered on February 08, 2018 at 08:43 AMNot the answers I was hoping for. Do you have any examples of input table parameters?
Are there any plans to allow for formatting of description fields?
Is it possible to modify source code after the form is created?
- JotForm SupportWelvinAnswered on February 08, 2018 at 09:57 AM
I understand, and I'm sorry for that. What kind of Input Table parameters are you looking for? You can choose an Input Type in the field. Just do it on the Fields tab:
That that I know of. Not even the classic layout allows you format the sub-labels/description. I can send a feature request to our developers, but we cannot guarantee you a timeline of it.
Source codes embed is unfortunately not possible with Card layout. This is one of the restrictions with card forms.
- mgalkovskyAnswered on February 08, 2018 at 10:43 AMI am looking for a way to dynamically generate the rows of input table. All options for dynamic or use driven creation during run time are rather bad. If I want for users to add rows to input table, there is no way to do that. The widget for configurable list looks terrible, even if it meets the functional requirement. So I'm looking for a way to control the rows in input table with parameter or with piping from previous answers.
- mgalkovskyAnswered on February 08, 2018 at 10:43 AMWhat would solve all of my pains is ability for users to add rows to input table.
As for formatting of descriptions, look at the way Typeform handles it. Much better.
- JotForm SupportNik_CAnswered on February 08, 2018 at 12:00 PM
I'm afraid that that is just not possible, Input table is not meant to be used in that way as explained by my colleague.
Manipulation of fields and conditional logic is only possible with Input table (and not possible with the Configurable list).
However, adding of rows is only possible with the Configurable list and it is possible to customize it more in classic layout (but, again, it is not possible to use conditions with its fields).
Let us know if you need any further assistance.
Thank you!


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2 Snapper were arrested in Schooner Bay yesterday. South-westerlies were blowing at around 20 knots and I decided to take the quad and go for a quick look around Schooner Bay at just about dead-low tide. It is about a 20 minute casual drive from my place and the bay holds, according to what I heard, good kelp beds, which usually produce good snapper.
My plan was to have a good look around the bay, see if I can find some good fishing spots for later, and to check whether I can find some shellfish as it was low tide. I walked up to the northern side first, but the wind was blowing straight in and a mild swell was building up, so I turned around and went to the other side. I didn't go far, as it was already around 1500 o'clock and I almost couldn't believe my eyes when I spotted three paua (also known as abalone) in a rock cavity. Spring is on its way and thus we are having quite low tides and I was able to check them out without getting my feet wet. There are size and bag limits to all fish, including shellfish, for different districts of New Zealand for recreational fishing and I believe that it is very important to adhere to them. The legal size for paua is 125 mm and I think the bag limit is 10 (not too sure about the latter, as I haven't been diving so far in New Zealand and thus don't really encounter paua.) Anyway, they turned out to be just under 130 mm and thus of legal size. I took them and didn't even bother looking for more – this is the fourth occasion that I found legal sized paua in rock pools in probably 5 or so years -, I was that happy.
My plan was to test the waters as well and have a quick fish. I decided to cast out from here, which is about a 10 minute walk from the rocky beach. There is a saying to fish your feet first, meaning not to necessarily casting out as far as possible or to going to the furthest end of a bay.
As usual, I didn't have any burley and used salted squid for bait. It didn't take long until I could feel some little bites and small takes. Then a couple of bigger takes but the first one spat the hook and the second fish ran me into the weeds and busted off. Pretty exciting, half an hour of fishing, I already had paua and the fish were on the bite. 2 fish successfully resisted arrest, so I got my act together and managed to land the next one, and then another. There I was, had a good look at Schooner Bay, landed me two snapper of 35 cm each and had the three paua. I could have fished for a bit longer, but decided to take an easy stroll back to the quad and get back home early to start a fire and prepare a mean feed before it gets dark.
Next time, I will post a recipe for cooking paua. This time I simply cleaned them and put them in a bag with corn flower and fried them for a minute and a half on each side. One snapper was baked in tin foil on the fire place, the other will be enjoyed tonight. This was a well deserved feed, after two prior episodes of catching nothing. I might give Schooner Bay another go on the weekend, on the look out for a big snapper.


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Health Care Reform = A Stimulus Every Year
Much of the criticism against the recently-signed economic stimulus package focused on the cost. At roughly $800 billion, the package was worth 5% of the country's whole GDP last year. Surprisingly, that is less than what America overpays every year on health care. As a nation, we literally waste over $800 billion every year. If we adopt any one of the health care systems used by the dozens of first world nations with universal health care, we would save the equivalent of one stimulus package a year.
What do Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Sweden, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom have in common?
They all have longer life expectancies than the United States. They all have lower infant mortality rates than the United States. They all have universal health care, and they all pay dramatically less for health care.
In 2005, the United States spent 15.2% of its GDP on health care-- the most of any industrialized world. Switzerland (the second highest among industrialized nations) spend only 11.4% of its GDP on health care. The industrialized nations listed above spent on average 9.3% of their GDP on health care. That is 6% less than in the United States-- or the equivalent $830 billion. If our health care costs were in line with the rest of the first world, we would save the equivalent of one stimulus package a year. Because of the scale of our country, we may never be able to make our health care system as efficient as Luxembourg or Finland. We should be able to at least reduce our spending to match that of Germany, France, or Switzerland. Even achieving that modest goal would save our country over half a trillion dollars a year.
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I mean If you're going to talk, and you think it's a a more complex problem than what you mentioned i would like to read it. I see what you're saying though, there's a lot to it. I'm bad about accepting things as unfortunate realities instead of looking for how things can be changed, as in, we can out more money into providing mental health care but can we do anything about economic security? that just seems like a natural progression, with no palatable alternative. It sucks to see so many problems where the cause is obvious but the solution is not.


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I began shooting this project in color on a DSLR. I chose to convert the images to black and white using a digital image editing program.
I used to believe that the benefits of black and white photography was that it inspires a certain feeling of the classic, a timeless act in motion, the spirit suspended. The notes of black and white photography allows for a less distracted aesthetic experience. The shapes, forms, tones, and the ennui of an image step forward forming a timeless space in which the viewer can choose to engage deeper. Working in grayscale allows for an easier transition into the surreal. This quality made me fall in love with photography, but what sparks my interest in image making also allows for a certain level of disconnection for the image.
Over time, I changed my mind. I think the suppression of details that the black and white aesthetic provides, one that I've subscribed to since the beginning part of this visual essay, may be antithesis to the my goals for the project. I could not shake this question, am I recreating the stereotypes I claim to be fighting against by using the traditional language of documentary reportage? I need my viewers to connect to the people in the photographs, not pull away and label them as "other."
Color makes the details of life sing. But for me, there is also something political in returning these digital images to color from black in white. I wanted to move at least one-step away from the stereotypical images of minorities in America, to continue the construction of what bell hooks' calls the "oppositional black aesthetic."
"Access and mass appeal have historically made photography a powerful location for the construction of an oppositional black aesthetic. In the world before racial integration, there was a constant struggle on the part of black folks to create a counter-hegemonic world of images that would stand as visual resistance, challenging racist images."
–bell hooks, "In Our glory; Photography in Black Life"
One of my stated goals for this project is to confront and challenge the visual stereotypes that shackle African American communities. I began to wonder if color photography would serve the goals of the project in a more direct way.
Reclaiming this historic form of visual resistance motivates me. Concurrently, I want my viewers to see themselves in the lives of the people and communities featured in the pictures. I felt black and white subdues the subtleties of brown skin. Color intensifies it. It breaks the veil of the surreal, reopening a door into to present reality. It is possible that I projected this worry into my work. Maybe I felt black and white was a less threatening way of confrontation viewers with an uncomfortable message. The more direct approach using the complexity of color is a better way to position the images firmly within the American Dream.


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Bishop Gorman's American Legion baseball team hoped Evan Dunn could last at least six innings on the mound Monday.
The right-hander gave the Titans that and then some.
Dunn didn't allow an earned run in a complete game, and Gorman scored six runs in the bottom of the third inning on its way to a 7-1 victory over Midland, Mich., in an American Legion World Series elimination game in Shelby, N.C.
"He was awesome. We were hoping he could go six or seven innings, that he could go the bulk of the game and use one other person," Gorman coach Nick Day said. "But (Dunn) came up even bigger than that and threw a complete game. It seemed like every time someone got on base, he got a ground ball and we turned a double play."
Gorman (50-9-1) will play Eden Prairie, Minn. (41-8), at 2 p.m. Tuesday. If Gorman wins, a winner-take-all finale will follow against Tupelo, Miss., which beat Gorman 6-3 on Friday, the opening day of the tournament.
Dunn, who will be a senior at Gorman next season, scattered six hits, walked six and struck out seven.
"I just threw strikes, kept the ball low, got ground balls and lots of double plays," said Dunn, whose team turned four double plays. "I gave up a lot of walks but did pretty well. I was just getting too nitpicky with my two-strike pitches. I'd give myself a B-plus or A-minus."
Day said Dunn has continued to emerge as a big-game pitcher for Gorman. Dunn pitched a five-inning four-hitter in a 10-0 win over Green Valley in last season's high school state title game.
"Absolutely, you can tell he likes that spot," Day said. "And we like him in that spot. He's just become that guy."
Gorman catcher Erik Van Meetren continued his hot streak by going 3-for-4 with a home run, a double and three RBIs. The UNLV signee has totaled seven hits and seven RBIs in his past two games.
Van Meetren hit a two-run single to highlight the six-run third inning.
"He's doing a great job, especially with (slugger) Joey Gallo gone. He's picking up the slack," Day said of Van Meetren.
Justin Jones went 3-for-4 and Jerrel Latham 2-for-4 for Gorman, which won this tournament in 2008 and is just two wins away from another title.
"It's awesome. With losing the first day (Friday), a lot of people would have been down and out and concerned about their chances," Day said. "But our guys have faced elimination games well. We're where we want to be."
Day said Gorman will start either right-hander Cody Roper or lefty Adam Wozniak in Tuesday's first game.
"I think we have a shot at it, but it won't be easy," Day said. "Mississippi has a lot of good arms, but our guys believe they can do it, and if they believe they can do it, I like our chances."
Midland ended the season 46-9.


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If you remember, last year American Atheists sued Bradford County Florida to have the 10 Commandments monument removed from the courthouse. They lost that fight, but are now erecting a "Monument to Atheism" at the very same courthouse.
Check out this clip from a Fox & Friends segment entitled "Fight for Faith:"http://youtu.be/LDOhKyn6enU
First off, I want to point out that Tucker Carlson could not be more wrong with the erroneous statement that atheism is a "species of religion." Maybe he's right, if my lack of playing golf can be defined as me playing "a species of sports."
Second, I believe the Fox commentators raise some legitimate questions. Is it hypocritical to sue to have a religious monument removed upon the principle of separation of church and state, and then turnaround and erect your own when you're defeated? Is Father Jonathan correct when he says the monument is not "an atheist monument, but rather a Christian protest monument?" I'm of two minds here. I agree wholeheartedly with American Atheist President David Silverman who says atheists are often treated as "second-class citizens." And I'm confident the monument, made possible by a grant from Todd Stiefel of The Stiefel Freethought Foundation, will be beautiful. However, for us to increase the acceptance of atheists, we must begin to frame our fight offensively rather than defensively. Perhaps this is a step in the right direction. Maybe not.
If you want to attend the dedication of the monument, sign up at this Facebook page. I may try to attend
What do you think?


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Catholic church critic Rajnath Singh to open Yuletide celebrations
India's Catholic Church will open its official Christmas celebrations in the company of someone who isn't very convinced of its social role: Union home minister Rajnath Singh.india Updated: Dec 10, 2015 01:38 IST
India's Catholic Church will open its official Christmas celebrations in the company of someone who isn't very convinced of its social role: Union home minister Rajnath Singh.
Singh will be the chief guest at the annual Christmas dinner of the Catholic Bishops' Conference of India, the top episcopal body.
In March this year, Singh had slammed conversions — a harsh attack of the Church straight from the government that landed in the midst of a tough cultural climate.
Singh told a conference of the National Commission for Minorities in New Delhi that he did not understand why the Church's service to poor had to be tied to conversion to Christianity. "Service of humanity is fine, but why conversions? Why are religious conversions being carried out?" Singh asked. "Who could tolerate an attempt to change the demography of a country?"
The remarks came even as a series of attacks at Christian places raised fears about a deliberate campaign to target Christians. Yet, church leaders speak highly of a man whom they have met regularly, seeking protection. "I found in him a very honest and a sincere person," Joseph Chinnayyan, the CBCI's deputy secretary general, told HT.
When three senior Church leaders recently went to brief Singh, they made an off-the-cuff request to him to attend this year's Christmas party, which Singh accepted.
Getting the minister to attend the event may have been impromptu but the Church has laboured to build a political bridge with the BJP.
In February, the Syro-Malabar Church got Prime Minister Narendra Modi to open a national event to celebrate the canonisation of two Indian saints by the Vatican. It was here that the nation heard the first clear condemnation of attacks at Christian places. Every citizen, the PM said, had the "undeniable" right to follow any faith, without "coercion" or "undue influence".
The Church vehemently denies forced conversion. "Christians are 2-3% of the population. That would not have been the number if there were mass conversions," said Jacob Barnabas, the bishop of Gurgaon. Chinnayyan said the home minister "will learn about what we do".
With attacks slowing down, things look better now, Barnabas said, adding: "but I don't know if it will precipitate again".
First Published: Dec 10, 2015 01:02 IST


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Known to be the largest town in in Sivaganga District of Tamil Nadu, Karaikudi is a name derived from a plant's name called kara, which is widely found abundance in this area , while Kudi meaning settlement. This region is commonly referred as Chettinad Karaikudi. Majority of the population in this town belongs to the Chettiar community and they have been instrumental for the development of this town. Karaikudi/Chettinadu is also being associated with cuisines and the Chetinad dishes is often referred by the locals as 'Achi Samayal'.
Budget Hotels in Karaikudi
There are good budget hotels in Karaikudi Some of them are Jagan Hotel (Tariff – Rs.1 000), Subhalakshmi Palace Hotel (Tariff – Rs.1,000), Malar Hotel (Tariff – Rs.500) and Nachiappa Palace Hotel (Tariff – Rs.1000).
The official language of r is Tamil. The other languages spoken include English
Events in Karaikudi
One of the famous festivals and events in Theni include Ekadasi Festival and Utsavam or Annual Festival. Ekadasi Festival is one of the most important festivals of Theni.
Places to See in Karaikudi
There are several places of tourist attraction in Theni. Some of the places include Pranmalai Seik Oliyulla Darga (400 kms from Kariakudi) Pillayarpatti (36 kms from Kariakudi ) Koppudai Amman Kovil ( 52 kms from sivaganga) and Shri Koteeswara Kottaiyur Temple (8kms from Karaikudi).
How to Get There
The nearest airport from Karaikudi is the Tiruchirapalli International airport. It is located about 95 kms from Karaikudi.
Karaikudi railway station is well connected to the major cities and districts of South India. The junction is situated on two major lines Trichy/Rameshwaram and Karaikal/Quilon. There are regular express trains to Rameshwaram and Chennai.
There are two bus terminals in Karaikudi—old bus-stand is situated in south Karaikudi while the new bus-stand in north Karaikudi. Many buses from old bus stand daily ply to "Devakottai, Peerkalaikadu, Puduvayal, Thirupathur to name a few. Some of the best bus operators that offer good experience for passengers include ABT X Travels, SRS Travels and Essaar Travels. Several discounts on bus tickets are available online which you can avail of while booking your tickets.
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Budget Hotels in Ernakulam
There are good budget hotels in Ernakulum. Some of them are Hotel Pearl Continental, (Tariff – Rs.1512), The North Pride Hotel (Tariff – Rs.1,600), Hotel Castle Rock (Tariff – Rs.1911) and Hotel Maple Regency, (Tariff – Rs.950).
The official language of Ernakulum is Malayalam. The other languages spoken include English and Hindi.
Events in Ernakulam
Some famous festivals and events of Ernakulum include the Pineapple Fest Festival (January), Athachamayam and Ernakulam Shiva Temple Festival (January ).
Places to See in Ernakulam
There are several places of tourist attraction in Ernakulam. Some of the places include Santa Cruz Cathedral (16kms from Ernakulam Town Railway Station), Cherai Beach, Kochi (25kms from Kochi), Mangalavanam Bird Sanctuary (3 Km from Ernakulam Junction)
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1 – MYTH: There are only a couple of types of arthritis, Osteoarthritis (OA) and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
FACT: OA and RA are the 2 most common forms, but there are more than 100 arthritic conditions, also referred to as rheumatic conditions. They include:
- psoriatric arthritis
- bursitis
- gout
- lupus
- fibromyalgia
and many more.
OA is the result of wear and tear on the joints and injury.
RA is the result of inflammation in the body. It is an auto-immune disorder in which the body starts to attack itself, particularly the lining of the joints in the body, leading to joint damage and severe deformity if the RA is not treated.
2 – MYTH: Arthritis only happens to the elderly
FACT: While it is true that as one ages, the prevalence of both OA and RA increases, but arthritis can afflict any person of any age.
3 – MYTH: Men and women suffer equally from RA
FACT: Women are 9 times more likely to get RA than men. However, men are more likely to get moderate to severe RA.
4 – MYTH: Arthritis will usually begin at middle age
FACT: According to the Arthritis Foundation, RA tends to start between the ages of 30 and 50. OA will occur most often after age 45, except in the cases of athletic people, sports-related injuries, and/or car accidents.
5 – MYTH: There is nothing you can do to prevent arthritis.
FACT: There is a lot you can do to prevent arthritis.
- Protect your joints
- Maintain a healthy weight
- Exercise regularly to stay flexible
- Perform weight-bearing exercise such as walking and aerobics to strengthen bones, muscles and joints
- Protect yourself from injury
- Avoid unnecessary risks likely to cause injury, such as skiing
- Maintain strong muscles to support your joints, such as a solid core in order to protect your back
- Wear good shoes in order to avoid bad posture and walking habits, which can cause uneven wear on the joints, which in some cases will result in pain and perhaps even the need for joint replacement.
- Protect your joints
- Eat a healthful diet
- Eat an anti-inflammatory diet, that is, one which does not cause irritation to the body
- Manage your stress levels
- Exercise regularly
- Maintain a heart-healthy lifestyle
These methods will also help if you do develop it, to minimize joint damage and disability.
6 – MYTH: Joint pain is inevitable as you age
FACT: Stiff or creating knees and hips, and stiff hand aren't necessarily normal aches and pains that come with age. The pain might signify arthritis, which can be treated. With OA, the pain will be mainly in the back, hips and knees. With RA, the pain will usually be in the wrists and hands, and the ankles and feet.
If you are suffering from stiffness, lack of mobility, or joints that are painful, red, or swollen, discuss your symptoms with your doctor, and options for pain relief.
7 – MYTH: There are no tests to diagnose OA
FACT: There are a number of lab tests that can determine if your aches and pains are OA or not. These include:
Joint Aspiration
In this test, the doctor will use a fine needle to remove fluid from the affected joint in order to examine the fluid to see if there are any crystals or other signs that the joints have deteriorated.
The wear and tear of OA, such as bone and cartilage changes, can be shown with x-rays and other imaging techniques.
An MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) will give a two-dimensional view of a joint, helping give a clearer picture of the soft tissues, such as cartilage, as well as the bones in the joint being imaged.
These tests, plus a family history and recent medical records can all help the doctor arrive at a definitive diagnosis of OA.
8 – MYTH: Cracking your knuckles or 'popping' your shoulders or back can cause arthritis
FACT: Knuckle cracking has not been shown to be harmful or beneficial. Popping can be harmful if it leads to the tendons getting slacker and not supporting the joint properly.
The snap, crackle and pop sound of knees is known as crepitus. The tendons are stretching over the joint. This is not necessarily a sign of trouble, but it is important to note that some people get a thinning of the bone as they age, a condition known as osteoporosis.
New bone is forming in our bodies all the time. Weight-bearing exercise will help generate healthy new bone. Weaker bone can leave puts, holes and spurs, that is, bony parts sticking out where they shouldn't, which can affect muscles, tendons and ligaments, and cause pain.
If you notice you are creaking more or experiencing pain in one or two places only when you move, consider doing more weight-bearing exercise and relaxing the muscles with natural remedies such as a heating pad, warm bath, and topical arthritis creams.
9 – MYTH: Arthritis is triggered by a cold, wet climate
FACT: So far, there is no proof of this. However, the cold and damp is more likely to make people shiver, which tightens the muscles and can lead to pain. If you think your pain is associated with bad weather, try heat therapy such as a heating pad, warm soak, or warming topical cream. Many older people move to a warmer climate because they feel it offers relief from their pain. An area with little snow will certainly protect them from slipping and injuring their joints or falling in the snow.
10 – MYTH: Arthritis pain signals a change in the weather
FACT: So far, there is no proof of this. However, a drop in barometric pressure often occurs before a storm, so it is possible that a decrease in the air pressure can cause the tissues around the joints to swell and cause pain. However, these pressure changes are usually no greater than going up in an elevator in a tall building.
11 – MYTH: All forms of arthritis involve inflammation
FACT: RA involves inflammation, not OA. Other arthritic conditions that do not involve inflammation include fibromyalgia, lower back pain and neck pain due to OA.
12 – MYTH: There's a cure for arthritis
With so many different rheumatic conditions, many do not have effective treatments yet, let alone cures. However, as researchers learn more about the processes of inflammation in the body, auto-immune disorders, and pain, and aging, they have developed a range of strategies for dealing with OA, RA, gout, fibromyalgia, and more.
Many of these treatments are natural and therefore pose fewer risks of side effects that prescription medications. For RA, for example, the 'biologics' used to treat it can trigger serious reactions, and one treatment can cost as much as $10,000 US, leading to what is now being termed the 'financial toxicity' of certain treatments for certain diseases such as RA and cancer.
In terms of OA, the only real 'cure' is joint replacement if the pain is too severe and the quality of life is severely compromised. However, there are always risks involved with any surgery and in some cases the outcome is not as good as the patient had hoped.
Those considering joint replacement surgery should do their research carefully. Studies have also shown that those who do 'pre-hab' as well as re-hab, that is, follow a structured exercise program before and after their surgery, tend to have a better outcome than those who do not.
13 – MYTH: Most people with OA need surgery
FACT: OA is the most common form of arthritis and affects 27 million Americans, but surgery is beneficial for most patients. It is usually a last resort when there is severe joint damage and other medical treatments have failed, or the person has severely impaired mobility.
Replacing damaged joints with artificial ones can improve movement, relieve pain and boost independence. However, it is important to note that the recovery period can be long and results not always predictable. Most artificial joints do not function the same as your own natural joints, and they only last about 10 years.
Removing bone spurs, and re-aligning joints can also improve OA for many patients. A rheumatologist can outline all of your options so you can decide which treatment/s are right for you.
14 – MYTH: Those with OA have stiffness all the time
FACT: Pain and stiffness are the most common symptoms of OA, but are usually most common in the morning when a person first wakes up. It should usually resolve itself within a few minutes and disappear completely within half an hour. It is improved by movement and activity, which loosens the joints, and helps maintain mobility. However, by the end of the day, the pain may start to worsen.
The only exception is OA in the hands, which can last all day.
RA produces pain that may last for several hours after waking, or persist all day.
15 – MYTH: People with should avoid exercise
FACT: A growing body of research has shown that anyone with OA should engage in a regular, low-impact exercise program. Good choices include low intensity aerobic, yoga, tai chi, light weights, water walking or aquarobics. Exercise keeps joints flexible and tone muscles keep joints stable. It can also help people slim down, which takes pressure off the joints.
In terms of RA, exercise is essential in order to minimize the damage that RA can cause as it attacks the joints. Be sure to wear supportive shoes.
16 – MYTH: Arthritis can only be treated with pain medications
FACT: There are many natural treatments for effective arthritis pain relief. While some may carry certain side effects, these will usually be mild compared to the typical over the counter pain relievers used, which can cause gastrointestinal bleeding.
Alternating light activity with short periods of rest (don't rest for too long, though, or you will stiffen up), and applying topical treatments can help.
Other ways to treat arthritis pain include:
- Losing weight
- Massage
- Heat therapy
- Cold therapy
- Orthotics to support joints
- Topical creams
17 – MYTH: Tylenol (Acetaminophen) is not effective against arthritis
FACT: Tylenol is a popular pain reliever that can work for some forms of pain, such as that of OA. However, if you have RA, it will not help as much because it does not have the same anti-inflammatory activity to decrease swelling as aspirin does.
If you have stomach ulcers or kidney problems, acetaminophen is generally considered a better choice compared with aspirin, which can cause gastrointestinal issues such as internal bleeding. However, acetaminophen poses a significant risk for liver damage if too much is taken, even a mild overdose. Most overdoses are unintentional because Tylenol is such a popular ingredient in a range of over the counter and even prescription drugs, so read all labels carefully and follow all dosing instructions to the letter.
18 – MYTH: Glucosamine and-Chondroitin have been proven to offer arthritis pain relief
FACT: These 2 supplements are commonly recommended for arthritis pain relief and are marketed as Move Free and similar brands. However, studies are conflicting as to whether or not it really works. Many researchers dismiss it as no better than placebo (pronounced plah-SEE-boh), that is, a sugar pill. However, it is important to note that the placebo effect has been shown to work in 33% of medical cases.
It is important to note that chondroitin is sometimes derived from shellfish, so anyone who is allergic needs to check the label carefully. Side effects for the general population include mild upset stomach, heartburn and drowsiness. If you don't feel any relief within a few months, stop taking it.
19 – MYTH: Red hot chili peppers to treat arthritis is just snake oil
FACT: The active ingredient capsaicin, found in chili peppers, is an effective topical treatment for easing the pain and stiffness of arthritis. Clinical trials support its use for OA and it can be purchased over the counter. Side effects are generally mild, but can include burning, stinging, and redness. Apply on unbroken skin and wash your hands well after applying. Be sure to keep your hands away from your face and particularly your eyes after you have used the cream. It may take up to 2 weeks for the cream to offer effective relief.
20 – MYTH: Joint injections can be given any time you want extra arthritis pain relief
FACT: Joint injections all have potential side effects, so they are not a first-line treatment for arthritis pain relief compared with acetaminophen, aspirin, lifestyle measures, and topical treatments.
There are two main types of injections, usually used for OA such as that in the knee. They are:
- glucocorticoids
- hyaluronic acid
Glucocorticoids are a class of steroid. Common steroids include prednisone and methylprednisolone. Steroidst can reduce inflammation and pain when injected into arthritic knees, but should only be used 3-4 times per year due to side effects, which include nausea, vomiting, headache, and high blood sugar, very dangerous for anyone with Type 2 diabetes. Steroids are also used to treat RA.
Hyaluronic acid is a supplement that replaces the natural fluids in the joints to allow easier movement. The injections can be repeated in 6 months if the response is good. It helps provide cushioning in the joints for less wear and tear on them.
21 – MYTH: You should wait until your pain gets more severe before seeing the doctor about your arthritis
FACT: The sooner you identify the causes of your pain, the better. In addition, RA is shown to be treated most effectively from the outset, rather than allowed to progress and cause severe damage to affects joints which can't be reversed. There are a number of available treatments that have been proven effective, both natural and pharmaceutical.
A swollen joint is usually a sign that damage is occurring. Exercise, alternating with short periods of rest, and trying to live as normal a life as possible, will help you stay mobile. Carry a cane in the opposite hand to an affected leg joint in order to support the joint and minimize pressure on it. See your doctor regularly to determine if the condition is worsening, and to discuss all of your pain relief options.
22 – MYTH: Diet makes no difference with arthritic conditions
FACT: The word diet has two meanings, a plan to lose weight, and one's food choices. Both are important when it comes to arthritic conditions.
The more weight we carry, the more pressure we put on our joints. Even losing 1 pound can take off 4 pounds of pressure on our knees as we walk, especially if we are going downstairs.
Depending on the type of arthritic condition you have, your diet can have a major impact on your pain and discomfort. For example, in relation to gout, those who have it should avoid foods with purines in them, which can trigger gouty attacks and severe pain. Foods with purines include:
- Organ meats, such as liver, kidneys, sweetbreads, and brains
- Meats, including bacon, beef, pork, and lamb
- Game meats such as venison and bison
- Anchovies, sardines, herring, mackerel, and scallops
- Beer
Foods that are protective include low fat dairy like milk and yogurt.
For other forms of arthritis, an anti-inflammatory diet is suggested. Foods to avoid include:
- Red meat
- Gluten, a protein found in wheat
- White sugar and sugary foods like honey and agave
- Too much full-fat dairy
- Aspartame (NutraSweet, Equal) and other artificial sweeteners
- Too much salt
- Monosodium Glutamate, a flavor-enhancer and meat tenderizer commonly used in Chinese food
Foods to add to your diet include:
- Omega-3 fatty acids, such as from fish like salmon
- Blueberries
- Leafy greens
- Green tea
- Garlic
These foods are also rich in antioxidants, which have powerful disease fighting and anti-aging properties. The main cause of aging now is what is termed oxidative stress on the body-antioxidants fight oxidative stress.
23 – MYTH: Acupuncture has no scientific basis in relation to OA
FACT: Trials have shown real physiological changes to the body as a result of using acupuncture. Acupuncture is the ancient practice of inserting thin needles into specific body areas. It is used in Traditional Chinese Medicine, which tries to restore the flow of qi, pronounced CHEE, or energy in the body. They believe disease is caused by qi being blocked. Allowing it to flow once more along the body pathways they call meridians is supposed to restore the balance of energy and promote health.
The research has shown that natural pain-relieving neurotransmitters like endorphins and enkephalins are released during acupuncture sessions. For those who are not too fond of the idea of needles, acupressure works in a similar way, with the practitioner massaging the special points with their fingers instead.


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Spain, so we left Santander and headed down to our old stomping grounds of Madrid to see family and soak up some culture.
One big event was hooking up with my old writer's group. They'd organized a write-a-thon for the first day of National Novel Writing Month. We took over the back room of one of my favorite cafes and wrote like mad! It was very cool to sit with a room full of people all writing novels.
My wife and I also got to see some art exhibitions, something that's sadly lacking in Santander. Many of the best shows are at private galleries owned by banks. The Fundación Mapfre has two exhibitions on currently. One is called MACCHIAIOLI: Impressionistic Realism in Italy. This was a mid-nineteenth century movement that broke away from the strictures of Classical painting and paved the way for Impressionism. Here's a bunch of them enjoying themselves in true Italian style.
All images courtesy Fundación Mapfre.
Tuesday, 5 November 2013
A weekend of writing and art in Madrid
1 comment:
- Alex J. Cavanaugh said...
Glad you got some writing time in with your former group.
Those paintings are really nice.
- 5 November 2013 at 09:09
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Once players clear out the Torture Chamber, it's all but a foregone conclusion that their next stop will be the Chieftain's Lair. This encounter should be the culmination of the goblin encounters in Keep on the Shadowfell but it oddly fails to pack the punch of the module's other boss-level fights.
The centre of this encounter is a goblin called Balgron the Fat. This chunky villain heads up the Keep's goblin contingent and can present a reasonable challenge for a first-level party. His presence (and the fact that he warrants a distinctive name) suggest to players that this is the conclusion of a small-scale quest line, and the drama is upped accordingly.
The players can reach the Chieftain's Lair in two ways; either by proceeding directly east from the Torture Chamber, or by using a secret door located on a corridor adjoining the Goblin Guard Room. They're unlikely to discover the secret door by their own investigations and will really only find it if they interrogate Splug at length.
Using the secret door takes the players right into Balgron's bedchamber and lets them kill him in his sleep. That's neither heroic nor climactic but it's the kind of thing that some players are in the game for. I'm not a fan of this kind of conflict resolution. The theory is that by brains and cunning the players have overcome what would otherwise be a significant obstacle, although really it's more like by avoiding heroic behaviour they've opted out of the inherent challenges of being a hero that define high fantasy as a genre and D&D as a game. Ultimately it's a matter of play style, though.
If the players come in through the front door they'll be facing what is theoretically a hard encounter. Two guards near the entrance sound an alarm, summoning the remaining goblins in the area. The party may be initially swamped if they've charged into the front room, but the profusion of choke points will soon let them re-establish control. Also, Balgron doesn't enter the battle - he instead waits to see how it goes, and then flees through the secret door when things turn against him.
Balgron's escape is frustrating from a encounter standpoint; it can leave the players feeling robbed. However, it's necessary from a dungeon design standpoint. The developers have unwisely tacked a series of dead-end caves onto the first level of the crypts (which we'll come to in due time) and it is to these caves that Balgron flees. Were Balgron not to enter the caves, there would be no reason to visit them, and three significant encounters and a sackful of loot would thereby be entirely missed. Probably the better option would be to delete the caves, have Balgron stand and fight, and shift the cave loot to his corpse, but for the purposes of this exercise we're seeing how the adventure runs as printed.
In the end, aided by terrain and an absentee villain, the players will end up making pretty short and unsatisfying work of Balgron's guards, so DMs who'd hoped to use this fight to cap off a play session will probably wind up feeling shortchanged.
[1] The whole purpose of the goblin series of encounters seems to be for the players to kill Balgron. However, there's really no reason to kill Balgron other than to loot his corpse. Added to the cave system, it makes a total of six encounters that can be completely bypassed without the players even noticing. Why are these encounters in the module? Or alternatively, why are they not placed down the main spine of the adventure?
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Because unlike theirs, my parents don't smack me for getting bad grades. They don't yell at me for having a boyfriend. They don't bombard my phone with a million messages asking where I am, what I'm doing, who I'm with, and when I'll be back.
But the one thing they do that makes me flip (that I secretly wish they'd stop doing) is asking me stupid questions. Questions that I don't want to answer, simply because the answer is right in front of their face.
Here's a classic example.
I'm about to hit the gym. I put on my full workout gear on — tank, sports bra, yoga pants, tennis shoes. I got my headphone blasting in my ear. My hair's tied up in a ponytail.
Right before I sneak out the door, my parents catch me and throw out the six words that annoy me most.
"Are you going to the gym?"
Do I have to repeat my answer for the 154937th time?
YES!!! YES I AM! Is it not obvious already? Can't you take an extra 3 seconds to process what you're seeing and just take a guess as to where I'm going? Or what I'm doing?
It's such a pain, and a complete waste of my time, to answer something most everyone would get right away.
It's like me asking someone what they're eating when they're eating a banana. Or what they're doing if they're reading a book.
They're all useless questions that don't lead to a conversation. In fact, it kills it.
While I didn't tell my parents about this annoying habit of theirs, where they'd ask the same pointless questions over and over again, I did try different ways to answer back.
1. Rehearsing the same answer + the scheduled time
"Yup. I always workout around 10pm to 12am. Everyday."
2. Pointing at my workout clothes
"Yup, gonna go workout!"
3. Questioning their question
"How come you always ask me that question whenever I have my workout clothes on?"
4. Telling them to stop
"Can you stop asking me that question? It's getting kind of annoying."
5. Answering something ridiculous
"Nope, I'm going to school."
"Nope, I'm going to New York." (Btw, I'm from California)
"Nope, I'm going to sleep."
Unfortunately, they still haven't caught on. 🙁


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Mansfield & District Table Tennis League
2014/15 Winter Season
Week Commencing 3rd November 2014
MATCH WEEK 6 Results
Division 1 Cup
1. Zygabyte A vs Ravenshead Riots – 9-0 - P.O.M – Joe Zygadlo
2. Ravenshead Rascals bt Zygabyte B – 9-0 - P.O.M – Conrad Stoddart
3. Jacksdale A bt Jacksdale C – 8-1 - P.O.M – Kalpesh Bhatt
Zygabyte A & Ravenshead Rascals the 2 pre-season favourites for the Division 1 Cup both showed their intention this week both winning their games 9-0 against Ravenshead Riots & Zygabyte B respectively. Rascals take a 9pt lead over Zygabyte A but have played 1 extra game.
Joe Zygadlo won both his singles 3-0 to claim his 1st Player of the Match of the Season in Zygabyte A's victory. The closest game of the night was between Bob Hume & Andy Thorley, Bob won the first 2 but then Andy responded taking the next 2, however Bob found his form for the last game and took the rubber 3-2.
Conrad Stoddart was dominant in the Rascals Victory winning both his singles and doubles 3-0 and in turn taking Player of the Match. He was backed up by Adam Feargrieve and Mick Pestka who also won all their games, taking the match 9-0.
Jacksdale A won their first match in the Division 1 Cup with a convincing 8-1 victory of Jacksdale C. Kalpesh Bhatt & David Greaves winning all their doubles and singles for their Team. Russell Stevens beat Zak Melrose to claim Jacksdale C's only point.
The best game of the night was a hard fought match between Zak Melrose & John Fordham with 4 of the games going to 10-10 final result – (8-11, 13-11, 13-11, 13-15, 12-10) to Zak.
P Pts
1. Rascals 3 24
2. Zygabyte A 2 15
3. Jacksdale A 3 13
Division 2
LW. Hucknall 50+ bt Jacksdale D – 6-4 - P.O.M – Billy Melrose
1. Boothys bt Zygabyte Old Bats - 6-4 - P.O.M – Nigel Stent
2. Ravenshead Angels vs Boothys Ravens - 7-3 - P.O.M – Adrian Smith
3. Ravenshead Rhinos bt Ravenshead Rebels – 8-2 - P.O.M – Steve Scott
Hucknall 50+ vs Jacksdale D - A feature of this match was the fine form of 12 year old Billy Melrose who won all his 3 rubbers for Jacksdale and took Player of the Match.
Also 16 year old Kirsten Bingham played her first league match for the home team.
Despite the great efforts of Billy, Hucknall 50+ just took the match 6-4 with a tight doubles win to take victory.
Nigel Stent of the Old Bats once again won all his games 3-0, maintaining his record of not losing an end so far, but despite his 3 wins and doubles win, it was not enough. Boothys took the match 6-4 with Derek Clarke, Stuart Chadwick & Bob Angus all winning 2 rubbers each.
Rhinos the only unbeaten team in division 2, kept their unbeaten record with a dominant 8-2 victory, Steve Scott Once again won Player of the Match ( 3rd of the season already )and won all his rubbers. Laurence Taylor for the Rebels won 2 of his rubbers to win some points for them.
Rhinos are now 2nd in the League and only 1 point off top with a game in hand.
Adrian Smith & Lisa Lewis won all their singles and combined in the doubles to beat Boothys Ravens 7-3. In a close fought match with not 1 rubber being won 3-0.
Also in all the singles Ravens won the first game but each time Adrian & Lisa fought back to win their matches.
P Pts
1. Snipers 5 28
2. Rhinos 4 27
3. Boothys 4 25


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After arriving at the Sawgrass Marriott Resort yesterday afternoon, the Nebraska football team practiced on the campus of the University of North Florida for the first time on Friday morning in preparation of next week's Gator Bowl with the No. 23 Georgia Bulldogs. The Huskers and Bulldogs are set to battle on Wednesday, Jan. 1, at 11 a.m. (CT) on ESPN2.
The Huskers practiced in helmets, shoulder pads and shorts for just over two hours under cloudy skies and temperatures in the upper 50's. It was the first of four practices for the Huskers during their time in Jacksonville.
Head Coach Bo Pelini met with the media following practice and was happy with how his team started practice in Florida.
"We had a detail-oriented practice that was a good on both sides of the football," Pelini said. "Our guys were enthusiastic and had good tempo."
The Huskers will meet Georgia for a second straight year after playing the Bulldogs in the Capital One Bowl at the end of the 2012 season.
"It's a great opportunity for us (to play Georgia) and we have a lot of respect for them," Pelini said. "We are really looking forward to the challenge."
One of the marquee matchups of next week's game will be at running back, as both Nebraska's Ameer Abdullah and Georgia's Todd Gurley are each averaging over 100 yards per game on the season. Abdullah, a third-team AP All-American in 2013, ranks seventh in the country at 130.7 yards per game, while Gurley ranks 30th nationally at 100.3 yards per game.
"They are different types of runners with different body types, Ameer is a make-you-miss guy and Gurley runs more downhill," Pelini said. "They are both very productive football players.


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Now that Teen Mom OG's Maci Bookout is officially a mom of three, the next big life event on her list? Her upcoming wedding to Taylor McKinney. But something very important had to happen first: her bachelorette party. And apparently, the shenanigans she and her friends got into led to Maci twerking in a bikini and sharing the evidence on Instagram.
Maci shared the video on Saturday of herself wearing a bikini and a white tutu, shaking her booty for the camera. She also took the opportunity to apologize to her mom in the caption, but we wouldn't worry about it. If this is as scandalous as things got during her bachelorette party, it was a pretty tame weekend!
We always forget Maci has so many tattoos 'til she shows them off like this! But she looks awesome, and from this video, you'd never know she just had a baby!
More from CafeMom: Maci Bookout Accused of Faking a Major Scene for Teen Mom OG
From the looks of Maci's social media, it seems like she had a blast this weekend, and she deserves it. Between being the mother of three and helping Taylor run his business, this girl probably rarely gets any downtime, so we're thrilled to see she got to chill and hang out with her friends!
Now that the bachelorette party is over, we're so ready for Maci's actual wedding. We know she's going to look gorgeous -- and that Bentley is going to be the most adorable best man ever. We can't wait for photos!
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May 2013 Bill Breakdown
April was a really slow month for income. I was pretty much only living on unemployment as both Amazon and Ebay have slowed down to a near crawl or nonexistent respectively. I'd love to see these two pieces of my income start to pick up again, but I was anticipating the blow, which is a BIG reason I've been playing it safe with limited budgets since January.
Car loan: $2,731.18 I'm going to keep the low payment in order to continue the ability of paying off part of my student loans… so this month's payment will once again be the small amount of $261.00.
Credit Cards: So I've said goodbye to two credit cards since I started this, and I also recently found another grey charge and cancelled it from one of my credit cards. I'm hoping I'll see reflected in the statement next month, but I'm sure it was a little two late when I cancelled for it to be shaved off the bill this month. Either way, I'm happy I saw it.
- Solidarity Visa: $2462.12 Minimum payment: $30.00. This month's payment will be $32.12.
- Chase: $1317.86 Minimum payment: $28.00. This month's payment will be $30.86.
- Pay Pal Bill Me Later: $1795.23 Minimum payment: $49.00. This month's payment will be $49.23.
- Amazon Store Card: $798.00 Minimum payment: $35.00. This month's payment will be $43.00.
- DressBarn Store Card: $370.94 Minimum payment: $25.00.This is still the card that I am now working on eliminating, so this month's payment will be $65.94.
Total Credit Debt: $6,744.15 Total Payments: $221.15.
This is compared to last month's credit debt of $6,928.49 and total payments of: $265.74, which means my debt went down $184.34! Yay! You may have noticed that my payment total went down this month. This is because I am actually putting an additional $30 into my smallest student loan. I want to pay off as much of that loan as possible before it gets out of deferment, that way, my minimum payment on that will be virtually nonexistent, or at least I'm hoping.
Student Loans:
ECSI: $550.00 Still in grace period. However, I am going to be putting a payment of $80 on it. With the fees, that will equal $81.95.
Direct Loan: $18,862.74 Still in grace period.
I'm still unemployed.. So these are in the works of trying to be deferred at this time. I'll let you know if I succeed on that plan.
Other anticipated bills this month:
None thankfully.
Complete Total Debt: $28,888.07 Total Payments: $564.10
This is compared to last month's $29,369.86 debt total and $578.69 in payments. That means in total I have decreased my overall debt by $481.79! That's even an additional $80 in comparison to last month's decrease! Huzzah! I'm happy! I wonder how well I'll be able to follow my $100 budget this month. I'm still looking for a job, but I'm hoping things will pick up via my ebay and amazon sales this month to make up for some the strain on cash I sense I'm going to be feeling here soon as June gets closer and car insurance is due.
Please let it rain!
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It took 10 months to construct our rear yard. All of the vertical surfaces are layered with hand cut natural stone. The pool is lined with pebble tech and uses a salt water cleansing system that is practically unnoticeable during swim sessions. The spa comfortably holds up to 12 people. The yard gets full southern exposure in the afternoon, perfect for pool parties – we've had many! If the you want to relax in the shade, the patio cover of umbrella and chase lounges offer a soothing retreat.
Keeping the trees, shrubs and flowers vibrant and everything looking perfect is a task I enjoy on a daily basis. The rear yard is beautiful during the day at drop dead gorgeous at night with lighting that takes our personal resort to an even higher level. When you come to a pool party at our home, you'll feel like you're at a resort and we wouldn't have it any other way.


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Mashiko -- I had gotten a recommendation that they have the BEST sushi in Seattle -- but they were closed! And we had to catch the ferry over to Bainbridge. So we ended up eating our first Seattle meal at Mistral Jewel Box. $85 later and we had finished our 4 course Mother's Day brunch. :) To say the least us Iowans felt a little out of place in our sweatshirts and jeans, but the waiter was very friendly. The meal started out with currant scones, which were buttery and delicious, served with mascarpone and fig jam. The second course was cured salmon, creme fraiche, greens and a potato cake. DELICIOUS as well. I wish I would have taken pictures, but I didn't want to look like a total tourist. :) Third course was hangar steak with fingerling potatoes, homemade ketchup and a poached egg. I can't lie -- the steak was pretty small -- but it was a very good steak. We cut it with a butter knife. For dessert we had some type of a raspberry granita over a mousse with cardamom meringue on top. Now this dining experience was completely outside our comfort zone, but an experience I won't soon forget :)
The photo above is from the ferry on our way over to Bainbridge. We drove on (and they charged us $26 freaking dollars), then we went up to the main deck to take some pictures. I think the air out here is just so much fresher than in Iowa! The saltwater smell takes me back to being a kid and visiting Northern CA on family vacations.
We're staying at the Best Western on BI, and the hotel is very nice. Only a couple years old. Our room has a separate living area with a couch, as well as a kitchenette with a fridge and microwave. I have spent quite a bit of time watching TV on the couch and napping.......Adam keeps telling me I need to go out and do something, but I NEVER just get to be lazy and lay around! So that's what I'm doing.
However yesterday, I did visit downtown Bainbridge. I went to Paper Products -- they had a few scrapping supplies but mostly a lot of gifts and office-type stuff. I probably spent an hour browsing in there. I also visited a book store, kitchen gift shop, and yarn shop. A lot of neat stuff to look at, but pretty spendy!!
For lunch yesterday, I picked Adam up and we ate at Bainbridge Thai -- it was very good. The pad Thai was delicious, and we had a great view of the harbor. Service was great too.
Island Grill - I had salmon and Adam had halibut. It was very good. Fresh seafood tastes so much better out here!!
Tonight I'm hoping to talk Adam into eating at the Silver City Brewing Company -- looks like they have great beer and food.
No oyster shooters for me though.


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The South is Becoming More Progressive
Everyone is talking about the role Black voters, and especially Black women, played in this week's stunning victory for Doug Jones. It's time to do more than talk about it. It's time to go all in to support Black voters, candidates, and campaigners across the South in 2018 — leaders like Stacey Abrams in Georgia and Andrew Gillum in Florida.
Here's why. The deep South has many nicknames such as "redneck country," "the bible belt," "klan country," and so many other misnomers that only consider the South's rabid history of racism and white supremacy. But it's also my home! Because of the white supremacist history and slow progress, progressives often view the South as worse than states like California and New York, even though racism and white supremacy are strong in those coastal states too. We in the South are ultimately forgotten and left behind.
Growing up as a little black girl in Philadelphia, Mississippi, my mama made a point to educate me about the strength and persistence of the many civil rights leaders from the south, including my cousin, Fannie Lou Hamer. I embarked on my own organizing career following college, and made the decision to return to my home state with organizing, movement building, and revolution in mind.
I was also aware of the attitude towards people like me: Black women.I knew that no matter how many degrees I accomplished or how knowledgeable I am about any subject, I would always be perceived as not knowing enough, and I'm not alone.I am one of many on a mission to transform the deep South, and exercise the rights so many of our ancestors fought to protect.
Stacey Abrams and Andrew Gillum are on the same mission right now in Georgia and Florida. Will you stand with me on this mission — and support two amazing Black candidates for governor? Chip in $3 or more to help DFA elect Stacey Abrams in Georgia and Andrew Gillum in Florida.
Black progressive voters have been overlooked and left behind by big national organizations and funders with resources that could help propel the South toward a progressive future. Perceived abandonment of Southern Black voters by alleged allies has forced action in a way this country has never seen.
We witnessed Black women show up in droves to secure the election of Doug Jones to the U.S. Senate, continuing to erase the norm of racism and white supremacy from Southern politics. This was not the first time, as Black voters have shown up to vote for a change in a slew of Southern cities at a growing rate.
History was made in Alabama just last year, as nine Black women were elected to critical judicial positions in Jefferson County. Aramis Ayala is another Black woman trailblazer elected in 2016 to serve as the chief prosecutor of the Ninth Judicial Circuit of Florida. This year, the movement continued as Randall Woodfin, a young progressive Black man, was elected as Mayor of Birmingham, Alabama. Transformative leadership is blazing through the South as Chokwe Lumumba, one of the most progressive candidates Mississippi has ever seen, was elected as Mayor of Jackson earlier this year.
Most recently, we witnessed LaToya Cantrell become the first Black woman Mayor of New Orleans. Cycle after cycle, Black women have shown up at the ballot box to ensure change not only in policy, but also in representation. We are at a pivotal time in American history, where we have the pen to rewrite the wrongs of racist leadership. This movement, led by Black voters and their perseverance, can continue through electing more Black leaders like Andrew Gillum, candidate for Governor of Florida, and Stacey Abrams, candidate for Governor of Georgia.
Governor is one of the most revered positions in a Southern state, but historically out of reach for a Black woman or man. Once elected, Andrew Gillum would become the first Black governor in Florida's history — and Stacey Abrams will become the first Black woman governor ever elected in the country, continuing this movement of hope in leadership. Andrew Gillum and Stacey Abrams are the next phase of this transformative movement as trailblazers for real change, democracy, and equity. They are the faces of change in the South the world needs to see. As a Black woman, devoting my career to change in the South took little thought, and supporting Black voters takes little thought when we represent the change so desperately needed in this country. In the words of Fannie Lou Hamer: "I don't want to hear you say, 'Honey, I'm behind you.' Well, move. I don't want you back there because you could be two hundred miles behind. I want you to say, 'I'm with you', and we'll go up this freedom road together."
Support Black voters and Black leadership! Help DFA elect Stacey Abrams and Andrew Gillum in 2018. Thank you for helping elect these amazing leaders.- Jessica Jessica Carter, Organizing Manager and Mississippi resident.
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2014 New York Auto Show Wrap-upStory and photos by John LeBlanc NEW YORK – The city that never sleeps is renowned for having some of the world's best restaurants. But when it comes to its annual auto show, New York is strictly a meat and potatoes proposition. And that's just fine. Because if you're in the process of looking for a new car or truck, with its plethora of midsize sedans and crossovers world debuts — many of which will be going on-sale later this year — the Big Apple event is a much more practical affair than other international auto shows. So here's a wrap-up of the most-important world debuts from this year's New York show: 2015 Acura TLX 2015 BMW M4 Convertible 2015 BMW X4 2015 Chevrolet Cruze 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Convertible 2015 Dodge Challenger 2015 Dodge Charger 2015 Ford Focus Sedan 2015 Hyundai Sonata 2015 Infiniti Q70/L 2015 Infiniti QX80 2015 Kia Sedona Land Rover Discovery Vision Concept 2015 Mercedes-Benz S 63 AMG Coupe 2015 Nissan Murano 2015 Toyota Camry 2015 Subaru Outback Volkswagen Golf SportWagen TDI 4Motion Concept 2015 Volkswagen Jetta
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