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South Texas College's Pecan Campus Library Art Gallery presents "Mapping Mexican History: Territories in Dispute, Identities in Question," a traveling exhibit featuring reproductions from UT's Nettie Lee Benson Latin American Rare Books and Manuscripts Collection.
There will be a free digital map workshop on September 19 at 10 a.m. at the Pecan Campus Library, room F220 and at 1 p.m. at the Mid-Valley Campus CLE, room A105. Parking will be available on campus and no citations will be issued for guests. Lunch will be served. Space is limited to 30 people. Registration closes Wednesday, September 13.
"The maps presented in this exhibition span from 1580 to 1847, and reflect the intertwined relationships between indigenous and European, secular and religious, as well as national and foreign identities in Mexico's evolution from colonial territory to modern state," said Julianne Gilland, director of the Benson's Latin American Collection. "Taken together, the maps featured in the exhibition tell a story of Mexican territory as it was defined, redefined, and contested through three centuries."
The exhibit will be on view from Monday, August 28 through Friday, October 27, 2017 at the Pecan Library. Admission is free and open to the public.
StoryMapJS, a web-based authoring platform will be introduced for the presentation of map and visual material analyses. Using historical Mexican maps held at the University of Texas at Austin's Benson Latin American Collection, attendees will learn how to create a set of zoom-able images, host them on Github, and bring them into StoryMapJS to create a dynamic visual-based story. No prior knowledge is necessary, and students or faculty from any discipline are encouraged to attend.
STC-McAllen workshop: https://storytelling_mexican_maps.eventbrite.com
STC-Weslaco workshop: https://mapping_mexican_history.eventbrite.com
Workshops will be led by Itza Carbajal (Master of Science in Information Studies Candidate) and Albert A. Palacios (LLILAS Benson Digital Scholarship Coordinator) from The University of Texas at Austin.
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Shake It Up is on tonight! Revelations are abound in this all new episode, when a TV show does a behind the scenes special on "Shake It Up, Chicago." Rocky (Zendaya) and Cece (Bella Thorne) host a viewing party with the Gary Wilde (Brandon Johnson) and the whole Shake It Up crew.
Rocky, Cece and Gary are none to happy about their perception on the show
See Brandon's photo from the set and check out a sneak peak clip of the episode HERE!
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Kate Belmont is a member of our Maritime Emergency Response Team ("MERT").
Kate Belmont concentrates her practice in the areas of admiralty and maritime law, cybersecurity, commercial litigation, and arbitration. Kate represents clients in a wide variety of both domestic and international maritime and commercial matters, including:
- maritime casualties, including ship collisions, sinkings, groundings, explosions, and fires
- charterparty disputes, including laytime/demurrage, liability for cargo damage claims, and arbitrations under SMA rules
- maritime limitation of liability actions and vessel arrests
- COGSA and multi-modal cargo damage claims
- marine insurance coverage disputes
- cybersecurity and data privacy
- general international and domestic commercial litigation
While an undergraduate at Columbia University, Kate was the recipient of the Carolyn E. Agger Scholarship for Women Interested in Law. In law school, Kate was the editor-in-chief of the Fordham Environmental Law Review. Kate was also the recipient of The Emmet J. McCormack Foundation Prize for excellence in Admiralty Law, The Robert Schuman Prize for excellence in European Union Law, and the Archibald R. Murray Public Service Award, magna cum laude.
In 2015, The National Law Journal recognized Kate as a "Cybersecurity and Data Privacy Trailblazer."
Kate serves on the Executive Steering Committee to the Port of New York/New Jersey and Port of Albany Area Maritime Security Committee.
Kate is a founding member of the Maritime Law Association Cybersecurity Committee.
Kate is a regularly published author and speaker, and her most recent publication includes the chapter "Maritime Cyber Security: The Unavoidable Wave of Change," in Issues in Maritime Cyber Security, edited by Joseph DiRenzo III, Nicole K. Drumhiller, and Fred S. Roberts (2017, Westphalia Press, an imprint of the Policy Studies Organization).
Kate is an adjunct professor at the Stevens Institute of Technology where she teaches Information Security & Law.
Kate serves as the President of the Women's International Shipping and Trading Association ("WISTA") USA's New York/New Jersey chapter.


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Use Your Camera To Travel For Free
Learn how to use your camera to travel the world for free!
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It's a course we've named 'Travel The World for (Nearly) Free With Your Camera.'
This course goes start to finish through everything we have done to start getting 5 star hotels and resorts to offer us free stays in exchange for photography for their social media.
Results will vary, but if you're willing to put in a bit of work, there are a lot of amazing opportunities out there.
If you missed season 1 of the show.
Note: You don't have to have any sort of current following to start.
Here's what's in the course:
Section 1 (6 Videos): Getting Free Hotels.
- Creating Your Offer
- Creating a Stats Sheet
- Showcasing Your Value
- Finding the Right Hotels and Experiences
- Using Success to Create More Success
- Email Templates and Scripts We Use To Get Free Hotel Rooms
Section 2 (6 Videos): Instagram and Social Media.
- The Most Important Thing to Know About Social Media
- How To Get 10,000 Instagram Followers in Under a Year
- 3 Things to do Every Day to Get More Followers
- Collaborations
- Becoming a leader
- Paid advertising
Section 3 (8 Videos): Travel Photography
- Travel Photography Basics
- DSLR Camera or Camera phone. They are both important.
- Light
- Live on camera Portrait Shoot in Italy
- Composition
- Live on Camera Resort and Wedding Shoot in Jamaica
- Photo Editing on Computer and on iPhone
- Advanced Travel Photography
I know this sounds a little too good to be true, but this is something that has changed our lives, and allowed us to travel all over the world and stay at some of the most beautiful 5 star properties on the planet. All for free, or mostly free.
The basis of it is pretty simple. You create value for them with my DSLR or iPhone, they give free hotel nights in return.
Let's start from one year ago:
In July of 2015 I had 800 followers on Instagram. Which is pretty good, but I didn't have the Hilton Bora Bora knocking on my door to visit them. I did want to travel though - so, instead I just started emailing a few smaller hotels, and asking if I could come take some Instagram photos for them in exchange for 3 nights at their hotel.
Note: I've included all of the email scripts that I used when I was first getting started in this course.
From there it wasn't long before I had my first offer.
It was around this time that I also started taking my Instagram and social media presence more seriously. I knew that it would be easier for hotels and brands to trust me, if they could see that I had a bit of following online.
Over the next 10 months, my instagram followers grew by over 10,000 people at first and then all the way up to 28,000. There is a section in this course that outlines all the steps I took to grow from under 1000 to 28,000 followers on Instagram. It's a lot of work, but it certainly pays off when you're looking to make traveling and travel photography your job.
Now you might be saying that you're afraid that your photography isn't good enough to get you free hotel rooms, or that you don't have the proper camera equipment.
Well, 2 pieces of good news.
ABOUT 30% of what I usually end up delivering is shot on my iPhone. In fact, a few episodes of my travel show A Photographer In were shot on iPhone - New York City was one of them.
There is an entire section of this course devoted to travel photography with both an iPhone and a DSLR. Quite honestly, that section is an entire course on its own. We do on location portraits in Italy, resort and wedding photography in Jamaica while you are on top of my camera, and iPhone photography in Miami. The photography section of the course is broken down into equipment, lighting, composition, and post production. Sit with me on my computer while I edit an entire travel photography shoot. As well as learn how I edit on my iPhone on the go. If you've seen any of my photos on Instagram, it was edited on my iPhone.
There is so much in this course it's almost overwhelming.
It is a start to finish, step by step process to get you into free 5 star hotel rooms all around the world. I know you're probably thinking, that if it's this easy, why isn't everyone doing this already?
The truth is that it takes work to email back and forth. It might seem like the easiest part, but that is what you'll end up spending hours behind your computer doing.
Lucky for you, I'm including the scripts and email templates that I've been working on for over 5 years and you can start using them right away. It hurts a little to give away all of this hard work, but they are really the most important part of this course.
This is something unique that you're not going to find anywhere else, because no one else is using this system yet.
Since our Kickstarter has closed, this is the only place in the world you can get this course right now.
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In Reply to: The proverbial buffalo posted by Smokey Stover on April 15, 2010 at 03:02:
: : A quick question - I'm translating a contemporary British novel, and ran into this sentence: "He will have to run headlong into it, like the proverbial buffalo into the storm." This seems to refer to some well-known idiom, but I can't think of any that would fit the bill. Any ideas?
: You said the author is British, right? And there aren't any buffaloes native to Great Britain. Well, there are in the U.S. (although not in the northeast, where I live), and I've never heard such an expression. I can imagine buffaloes, like musk oxen, facing a storm, especially when protecting their young, but "run headlong" suggests a situation I'm not familiar with.
: I do have a suggestion. Just translate what the author says, and don't worry about whether it makes sense or not.
SS is of course right when he says there are no Buffalo in the British Isles, but then there are no lions or elephants either, and the Brits have phrases involving those...
Having said that, I have never heard the phrase either, so if it is a genuine proverb it is presumably a fairly obscure one.
I am led to suspect the original writer was using the word 'proverbial' in a 'loose' (ie 'wrong') sense, rather in the way some people use the word 'literally' when they actually mean nothing of the sort.


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The Clark County Recorder-to-Clerk marriage transition project in 2015 was a resounding success. Result Logix really lived up to its name. The Result Logix team is results oriented, timely and organized. Planning was focused with no scope creep, risks were mitigated and team assignments clear. I would not hesitate to use this project team again.
Nadia is a very successful project manager, with a talent to recognize and solve some of the most difficult business and technical challenges. She has incredible focus under pressure and her business systems analysis skills are unparalleled compared to anyone in my long career. I recommend Nadia and her organization, Result Logix, for all of your business analysis, project/project management, advice, and particularly, but not limited to, Technology Services.
Nadia is an excellent Project Manager and Business Analyst. We have worked together on several projects over the past ten years. Our projects have ranged from Department to Enterprise wide initiatives. Nadia always brings a motivating energy to projects that bring proper focus to the tasks required for success. Nadia is an expert at bringing people together and working through barriers.
Nadia Hansen and the organization she founded, Result Logix, is a one-stop destination for business analytics, data warehousing, and large, complex project management involving multiple organization types with dissimilar business models. Nadia has proven time and again her ability to overcome obstacles, negotiate with customers, vendors and employers solutions, from web-based challenges as well as multi-department technology advances.


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Here's the thing...I really do love D.C. I'm just terrified of driving and parking there. So, boy, was I relieved when I found a parking spot and found Andrew and Melissa looking adorable and ready to take some photos! We wandered around Dupont Circle and the Spanish Steps in Kalorama and had a grand old time.
I really love bikes in my photos.
We ended the session at my favorite Starbucks in the world. It's right in the heart of Dupont and one of my favorite places to sit and people watch while sipping on a nice cup of coffee.
Thanks you guys for a great engagement session. You have no idea how much I'm looking forward to your wedding at The Oaks Inn this Summer!


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Early Childhood Classes (Infant - 5 years)
All Early Childhood Classes are Downstairs in the Kid's Building
Nursery (0-20months)
This room has soft, new carpet, cribs, fun toys and lots of room for little ones to crawl, scoot, play, sleep or be held by our loving volunteers.
Movers (2 year olds)
This class of 1 & 2 year-olds is a wonderful place for new toddlers to play with each other and their leaders with lots of toddler toys, books and yummy snacks.
Explorers (3 year olds)
This joy-filled and active class has many toys for the kids to play with and the teachers are great about getting down on the floor and playing with the kids. In this class we also have table activities like play-dough, and coloring, as well as a short circle time where teach the kids a Bible story, sing songs and even see puppets from time to time.
Adventurers (4 & 5 year olds)
This is such a fun age of exploration, questions and a growing ability to understand more about God. We use a great, interactive curriculum for this class that helps us teach the kids biblical truths in a hands-on and interactive way.
Elementary Classes
All Elementary Kids meet in classrooms upstairs.
Elementary Small Groups (K/1, 2/3 & 4/5)
Our Vintage Elementary Kids begin Sundays in small groups, chatting, catching up and often doing a game or fun activity. Then they all head to Large Group for an interactive Bible story and musical worship time. After Large Group, the kids head back to their small groups to do fun activities that help them think about how they can apply what they learned about God to their lives.


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Travelling long distances on the road becomes one of the biggest parts of a band's life. The fun and excitement of performing in front of big crowds are the reason why you bite the travelling bullet, but it sometimes takes it's toll. Travelling long distances can get very frustrating and tiring, especially when you are travelling on land as it takes you even longer to reach your destination. Entertainment on the road is the most important thing and what better entertainment is there for a band than surround sound music. Like they say, "time flies when you're having fun".
Add Some Audio To Your Car
Before deciding what sound would be best in your vehicle used for you long distance travelling, it may be beneficial to read through numerous car stereo reviews. In travelling times, where you spend a large portion of your life on the road and in traffic, music and radio can undoubtedly ease the tension of this sometimes horrifying activity. Long road trips would also not be the same if they were not accompanied by a beautiful self-selected soundtrack. It is therefore vital to put some thought into your choice of system, as it will be with you through some very stressful and highly memorable times. It is always a good idea to ask a professional for their advice before deciding on what to buy. But this is not the only route you can take. Luckily, there are many car stereo reviews available both online and in magazines, which will definitely aid you in your choice.
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If you are having a look at an online review, it is important to identify what the writer's objective is. Is the article just trying to sell you a product? If this is the case, you will obviously get a rather biased opinion on the system. Is it an expert's opinion? Although it is always good to get an expert's point of view, it also can be a good idea to see what the man on the street has to say about their experience with the product.
Audio Installation
The next step to look at with regards to your purchase are what exactly your options in installing your system. Factory-installed systems will definitely be reliable and produce good output. However, many audio enthusiasts prefer to tailor-make their system to their specific desires. There are a lot of fun extras that can be added to your vehicle's audio system. While all the conventional aspects, such as the perfect speakers and amplifiers, will ensure the quality of your sound, some other exciting features have been added to some models. Some even come complete with Bluetooth wireless. This will ensure a safer driving experience, as you will now have a hands-free kit for your cell phone.
Some Of The Features
Valor has introduced a state of the art product to the market. The SD 906W offers a rather impressive list of features. Format is no problem for this machine. You can play audio CDs, DVDs, as well as discs which have MP3 and WMA files stored on them. An iPod can be plugged into the system so that you can enjoy your favorite music on your new car speakers. Also, it comes complete with Bluetooth. All of this can be conveniently operated from the retractable touch screen. In many car stereo reviews, this product has been praised for its quality and ingenuity.
Sony has always been a leader in providing sound to homes and vehicles alike. They have also stepped up to the plate in terms of offering consumers equipment with Bluetooth capabilities, as well as maintaining the quality that is synonymous with the brand name.
Whether you are an all-out audio enthusiast, or a band travelling long distances on the road, some thought should be given as to what product will suit your needs and make your trip worth while. With the amount of car stereo reviews available, you can empower yourself as a consumer to make the choice that it right for you. After all, you want to stay entertained on the road, so make it count.


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The Shakespeare Secret
Publisher's Summary
A deadly serial killer is on the loose, modelling his murders on Shakespeare's plays. But why is he killing? And how can he be stopped?
A gripping, shocking page turner, The Shakespeare Secret masterfully combines modern murder and startling true revelations from the life of Shakespeare. It has been acclaimed as one of the most compulsively readable thrillers of recent years.
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- Lotte Holm-Nielsen
- 07-10-19
Love the plot
Fantastic plot, with history and mystery. Love the idea of an other side to the famous play writers live.
- GinnysHex
- Stretton, Australia
- 04-17-12
The Da Vinci Code with Shakespeare
Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?
I recommend this audiobook to anyone that enjoys a good thriller and adventure story
Did the plot keep you on the edge of your seat? How?
The plot keeps you on your seat for sure as you never know who it is that is after the main character, Kate. The people that help her along the way change regularly and though she trusts them half the time she shouldn't
Have you listened to any of the narrator's other performances before? How does this one compare?
I never heard a book by the narrator before and she did a good job on this one
Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?
Yes, it is and it was hard stopping it because I always wanted to know where Kate was going to and what mess she was getting herself into.
Any additional comments?
This is a very enjoyable listen and I hope that J.L Carrell's next is done in audio format as I have read that one and it was really good read so I would love to listen to it as well.
- David Crabbe
- 04-10-08
There is no doubt that the author has researched the subject of Shakespeare and the various associated mysteries and conspiricies in commendable detail, but unfortunately it does not make for an enjoyable listening experience. The construction of the plot and the book in general is contrived and clumbsy. Potential enjoyment is further marred by poor narration. The female American first person narration is almost comedic and does not suit the nature of the book at all. Often parts of the narration slump into farce with a Cockney accent that makes Dick Van Dyke sound like a skilled linguist; an English aristrocrat who is a dead ringer for Snake in the Simpsons; and a so called Yorkshire accent that owes more to the west of Ireland!!
The book has been compared to the Da Vinci Code, but in reality it is only similar insofar as it explores age old mysteries and speculation based on historical ambiguity. All in all it is not an enjoyable listening experience. It may be that the book is a better 'read' than 'listen' , or that a more professional narration would help its cause, but as it stands it fails to impress. I was very disappointed as I had been looking forward to this coming out in audiobook format.
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- David
- 04-30-08
Move over Dick Van Dyke
The book is dramatically overshadowed by the narrator's foray into the various accents of the characters. Her English accents are even worse than the famous cockney of Dick V.D. Absolutley amazing. Whoever authorised the release of this version should crawl into a corner and hope the earth swallows them up. The Australian accent has to be heard to be disbelieved! I've only read the first of the two part downloads, but have given up because the story line becomes absolutly purile when you hear it read in some sort of ' ere guvernor - wot a night luv' parody of the English language.
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
- Karn
- 10-15-08
Peerless Insanity
Truly the worst narration I have ever heard. At times, during the attempts at national and regional accents, it borders on racism- but most of the time it just borders on insanity. Worth a listen for the 'so bad it's almost good' factor.
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
- Stephen
- 08-20-10
As bad as Dan Brown
I think enough has been made of the narration. Let's look at the poor quality of the writing which is hidden below. Dan Brown can be very irritating to read as a result of his ineptness as a writer, but this is even more awkward with odd 'literary' sentences full of inappropriate similes and Brownesque repetitions (see Digital Fortress which has 3 separate and pointless beginnings). Here the repetition is there to insult the reader. The writing gets better when the ins and outs of shakespearian scholarship come up, but the action is handled with huge ineptness. Shame, it was an intriguing, if rather derivative, premise. A few evening classes in creative writing are needed here, and avoid first person narration.
Is it possible to give a book no stars?
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- Lisa
- 10-09-14
Awful simply awful!
What would have made The Shakespeare Secret better?
The only thing that would have made this book better was not writing it!
What was most disappointing about J L Carrell's story?
Nearly everything about this pathetic story was highly disappointing however as a plot idea I think it was a good one but the author must be a Dan Brown fan or was told how much he made with one book as it became a parody! Of the same ilk of Dan Brown but at least hasn't caused the same hysteria. I will never go anywhere near anything written by this author
How did the narrator detract from the book?
The Narrator was awful maybe that's why it uncredited accents what accents someone train this person. However maybe the more accredited narrators read this book and felt the same about this awful drivel and they pulled this narrator from the street.
What reaction did this book spark in you? Anger, sadness, disappointment?
Couldn't delete this fast enough
Any additional comments?
Do not waste your time on this! How could this rubbish get a sequel!
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- Bobbi-Rae
- 02-24-19
I wouldn't recommend
It's not that it's a bad book, the story is ok, some interesting theories but a bit dull & predictable in places & I found it hard to stay interested at times. It's just a Da Vinci Code style of Shakespeare theories, legends & myths & unfortunately the comparisons are inescapable.
It was well read in general but I found some of the voices used for various characters weird & jarring & the accents were muddled, embarrassing & quite cringe worthy.
It wouldn't come to mind if someone were asking me for recommendations I'm afraid.
- Librarian
- 04-08-16
Boring and Wordy
If this book wasn't for you, who do you think might enjoy it more?
People who don't read Agatha Christie and know what a good murder story is all about.
What was most disappointing about J L Carrell's story?
There were too many words…..she went on and on. I found the plot did not grab me and was all over the place. The author obviously does not know that a good thriller is a fast thriller. I actually just wanted to finish the book and be done with it. Very disappointing as the premise sounded exciting.
What didn't you like about uncredited's performance?
Her voices were irritating.
What reaction did this book spark in you? Anger, sadness, disappointment?
Disappointment, boredom and frustration.
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I would not read the sequel.


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We went and did Jon's pre-op stuff this morning – so he's all ready to go.
His EKG was "perfect" and he didn't even have to have any blood work done because "he's a young and healthy guy."
So weird.
I can't believe it's been less than a week since the diagnosis. We're already thinking in terms of before/after – but it's all getting easier to handle.
Jon started a low residue diet today that essentially consists of refined crap he never eats.
He did this before his colonoscopy, too, so we sort of knew what to expect – and I think he's sort of enjoying eating white/processed carbs (though he'd never admit it).
This was one of his choices last week: bacon & butter sandwich + couscous.
Jon's mom arrived yesterday, so she made homemade chicken noodle soup for dinner tonight – strained for Jon.
We'll be eating white bread and white rice for every meal for a while unless I can figure out how to do things like the soup.
He'll be doing this low residue situation for 2 weeks after surgery. No vegetables. No fruit. No fiber. No whole grains. No spices.
Jon's leave from work started today so that he could get stuff accomplished before being out of commission for a while, but we're just about ready to go from this perspective, too.
We did some final shopping today and bought him a robe since we learned he'll have a catheter and won't be able to wear pants for a couple of days.
(I've promised not to google to determine exactly how a catheter works because ignorance is the way he wants to go with this. I am DYING to know, though.)
We'll probably pack a bag tomorrow + get the iPad and kindle loaded up. I'm planning to camp out with him the entire time (we've been told to expect anywhere from 3-7 days in the hospital) and have no idea what to expect – so I'm taking lots of stuff to read. I asked – we will have wifi + a private room. I have no idea what I'll eat – or where to obtain food – but I'm sure it will be fine.
He starts the colon cleaning thing (?) tomorrow – drinking the stuff + starving himself. It will probably suck as much as it did last week.
We've had some fun this weekend, for sure.
His kids + mom + the two of us decided that "save the poop chute" seems to be an entirely acceptable colon cancer awareness slogan.
Colonoscopy awareness? "One crappy day … could save your life."
Realistically – there's no "polite" way to handle it. So why try?
Jon's kids will have to have their first colonoscopy at 30 because of the strong genetic link.
And I'm trying to determine how best to get one myself – because I don't want to lie about non-existent symptoms – but can't necessarily easily afford to pay for it out-of-pocket, either.
(Did you know that a PET scan costs $7000? And that some insurance companies will determine they understand medical care better than actual medical professionals and will decide not to cover such things after they've occurred? Yeah. We're so incredibly lucky to have the health-care access we have, I know – but still.)
I WILL do it.
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ATTWOOD - John & Kim are pleased to announce the safe
arrival of their first child, Calab James, born 9:05 a.m., Oct. 08, 2004,
weighing in at 8 lbs., 14 oz. Their little bundle of joy was born at IWK Health
Centre in Halifax. Caleb James will be deeply loved by first time grandparents
Max & Stella Clements and fifth time grandparents Cecil & Pat Attwood. A very special godson for Aunt Janice & Uncle
BARBOUR - One son was so much fun we thought we'd have
another one! Gerry, Leslie (Taylor) and big brother Jason announce with
great joy the birth of JUSTIN DAVID on October 20,
2004, at 11:59 p.m., weighing 7 lbs. 11 ozs. Proud grandparents
are Gerald and Shirley Barbour, Chamberlains, Dave and Paula Taylor, Mount
Pearl and great-grandmother Anna Hayter of Carbonear. Many thanks to Dr.
Elizabeth Bannister and Dr. Cherry Pike for their pre-natal care, Caseroom
nurse Annette Coates and the birthing team of the Women's Health Centre,
and staff of 5NB, HSC.
BILLARD - Brian and Kerry (Whalen) are proud to announce
the birth of their first child, a beautiful baby girl Madison Evangeline,
born on October 27th, 2004 weighing 8 lbs. Proud
grandparents are Doreen Whalen & Bill Bussey; Bill & Joy Billard; great-grandmother
Evangeline Button and looking down from heaven is her guardian angel, great-grandfather
Edmund Button.
BISHOP/PETERS - Craig, Sandra and big sister Olivia are pleased
to announce the arrival of Adam John, born October
6, 2004, weighing 8 lbs. 7 oz. Welcoming Adam into the family are
grandparents Brendan and Catherine Peters of Melrose and John and Mildred Bishop
of Hatchet Cove, along with many aunts and uncles. Special thanks to the staff
of the caseroom and 5NB.
CALLAHAN / HAYES - Patty & Gerard joyfully announce the
birth of their son, Kyran, on Sunday, October 17, 2004 at
11:37 a.m. Proudly welcoming Kyran are big brother Liam, and grandparents Bernard & Margaret Callahan of Butlerville and Frank & Margaret Hayes of Brigus. Many thanks to Doctors Bartellas and Cook and the Women's Health Centre case room team, especially Sheila for a marvelous coaching job. And thanks to Kyran for a quick delivery and for allowing Mom & Dad
to enjoy the Divas Do Broadway show on Saturday night.
CLARKE - Ed, Susan (nee Harrington) and big brother Gordon
are thrilled to announce the arrival of Henry Patrick, born October
15, 2004, weighing 8 lbs. 15 oz. Welcoming Henry are grandparents
Michael and Ruth Harrington and Trudy Clarke. Thank you to Drs. O'Grady, Kieley
and Kravitz for their excellent prenatal care. Special thanks to Dr. Colleen
Cook and nurses Lorna and Heather for their expertise and support during Henry's
COADY - Robert and Susan (McDonald) are thrilled to announce
the birth of their first child, Andrew James, born on October
12, 2004, at the Women's Health Centre. Andrew entered the world at
6:35 a.m., weighing 9 lbs. 3 ozs. and measuring 21 inches. Welcoming Andrew
are proud grandparents James and Olivera McDonald, St. John's, as well as a
large circle of family and friends. Special thanks to Dr. Tennent and Dr. Halley
for their wonderful prenatal care and to Dr. O'Grady and Dr. Colleen Cooke
for a safe delivery. Also, thank you to case room nurses Tammy, Cathy and Sheila
and the nurses of 5NB. Mommy and Andrew would like to thank Daddy and Nanny
for all their support and encouragement during the delivery; we couldn't have
done it without you!
COADY-STACK - Stephen and Tara of Torbay are overjoyed with
the recent arrival of Keira Dawn, a sister for Riley. Keira
was born on October 8 at the Women's Health Centre, weighing
8 pounds, 12 ounces. Proud grandparents are Ed and Rose Coady, Fred Stack and
Dawn Stack. Loving great grandparents Helen and Bill Coady, Torbay; Dehlia
and Gerald Walsh, Outer Cove; and William Daly, St. John's. Many thanks to
Daddy and Dr. Kravitz for all their good care.
COOK, (Grandy) - Raymond and Elizabeth are delighted to announce
the long awaited arrival of their first daughter, Isabelle Catherine
Cook. Born in Jiangxi province, China on October 9th,
2003, Isabelle finally joined our family on September 27th,
2004. Congratulations to first time grandparents, Ray and Shirley
Cook of St. John's and seasoned grandparents Reg and Betty Grandy, also of
St. John's. A special thank-you to all of our family and friends who have supported
us through this long and wonderful journey. Thank-you as well to Rose McNeil
and Linda Kirby. We couldn't have done it without you.
DAVIS - Tony, Jill and brother Christian are delighted to
announce the birth of a baby girl, Caitlin Dawn, born at the
Janeway Hospital on October 17, 2004. Proud grandparents are
John and Gladys Davis and Isaac Winsor. Grandma Winsor is looking down from
heaven. Thanks to Dr. Jeff White and all the doctors and nurses who helped
DAVIS - Rod & Cynthia (Day) are thrilled to announce
the safe arrival of their precious little girl, Jenna Catherine,
weighing 9 lbs. 6 ozs. on October 20, 2004 at Florida Hospital.
Jenna is welcomed with love by grandparents Daphne & Wilson Day, Gloria & Peter
Jackman and great-grandmother Catherine Day.
DRUKEN - Harold & Nicole (Tapper) are thrilled to announce
the arrival of their baby boy, Jagger Harold. Jagger was born at the HSC on Friday, October 1st at
3:36 pm, weighing 8 lbs, 7 oz. and a whopping 51 cm long. Proud grandparents
are Joseph & Marina Tapper and Harold & Linda Druken. Special thanks to case room nurses, Marina Reardigan & Dinah
O'Brien for their amazing care, Dr. Tennant and Dr. Hani Farag in the case
room, Dr. Pat O'Shea for all his prenatal care and a special thank-you to Auntie
Janeen for all her labour support and coaching before Daddy could get home!
DUKE - "Babies are angels that fly to the earth, their wings disappear at the time of their birth; one look in their eyes and we're never the same, they're part of us now and that part has a name. That part is your heart and a bond that won't sever; our babies are angels, we love them forever."
DUNPHY - Surprise it's a girl. Robert and Brenda
(Hickey) are proud to announce the arrival of their little sister for Mackenzie, Brianna
Marie. Born October 7, 2004 at 10:30 p.m., weighing
8 lbs., 13 ozs. Proud grandparents Dennis and Ruby Hickey of Outer Cove and
looking down from heaven John and Margaret Dunphy. Special thanks to Dr. Gill
and all the staff in the caseroom. Mommy and Brianna would like to thank Daddy
and especially her big girl Mackenzie for being an excellent big sister.
ENGLISH-BARBOUR - Brad and Melissa (Shinkle) joyfully announce the safe arrival of their first child, Bradley Matthew, born 10:10 p.m., October 4, 2004, weighing in at 6 lbs. 14 ozs. Bradley is proudly welcomed by first-time grandparents Matt and Joyce Shinkle, Gerald and Shirley Barbour, and all of his aunts, uncles, cousins and friends who anxiously awaited his arrival. A big thank you to Dr. Roche, Dr. Brown and Dr. Gill as well as all the Caseroom staff who helped along the way. A special thank you to nurse Denise Maher for her excellent coaching and to Daddy and Nanny Shinkle for their love, encouragement and support. Mommy couldn't have done it without you. Daddy got a new fishing buddy and Poppy Shinkle finally got a boy.
FITZGERALD - Tom and Andrea (nee Adey) are delighted to announce the birth of their precious baby girl, Sophie Lisa, born at the WHC on October 5, 2004, at 10:57 p.m., weighing 8 lbs. 31/2 ozs. Proud grandparents are Bruce Adey (Mary Coish) and Margaret Adey of St. John's and Tom and Judy Fitzgerald of Bell Island. Special thanks to Dr. Pat O'Shea for his exceptional prenatal care and a great delivery as well as to the caseroom nurses, especially Dinah, Judy, Juanita and Lisa and the staff of 5NB for their excellent care and support.
FUDGE/SKINNER - Wendy and Douglas are thrilled to announce
the birth of their son Jacob Douglas Skinner. Jacob was born
on October 22, 2004 at IWK in Halifax, NS. Proud first time
grandparents are Bernice and Gordon Skinner and Carol and Lionel Fudge of Mount
Pearl. Aunts Sherry (Skinner) and Susan (Fudge) can barely contain their joy.
Thrilled great-grandparents are Annie Humphries of St. John's, Dorothy White
of Comfort Cove and Maxwell and Millie Fudge of Lewisporte. Jacob came to us
two weeks early and has already changed all of our lives for the better.
GLASCO - Kareen and Robert are proud to announce the birth
of their son, Connor Owen Garrett Glasco. Born on October
27th, 2004 at William Osler Memorial Hospital, Brampton,
Ontario. Proud grandparents Paulette & Garry King of Bauline, N.L, and
Astrid (Mary) & Owen Glasco, of St. John's, N.L. Thank you to Dr. Shiraz
Suleman and Leggatt and all the nursing staff of the second floor case room.
GOOBIE - Big sister MaCayla and proud parents Donald & Andrea
(Mercier) are pleased to announce the birth of their new baby girl, Myranda
Joan, on Sunday, October 10, 2004, weighing 8 lbs.
10 oz. A new granddaughter for Joan & Don Goobie of Logy Bay, NL, Valda & Norm
Meeks of Wasaga Beach, ON, Rick & Judy Mercier of Niagara on the Lake,
ON. Great-grandparents Zelma Veide and Gerard Mercier.
GRANDY - Bill and Andrea (Coady) are overjoyed to announce the long awaited arrival of their precious little miracle, Jacob William Michael, sent straight from heaven by his guardian angel, Grandma Carmelita Coady. Jacob was born on October 7, 2004 at 4:15 p.m., weighing 6 lbs., 4 ozs. Delighted grandparents are Lloyd and Aletha Grandy and Jay and Jean Coady. Special thanks are extended to Dr. Terri O'Grady and Heather Rees for their outstanding care as well as Dr. C. Greene and his team at the Regional Fertility Clinic in Calgary. Jacob would like to thank Daddy for taking such good care of Mommy during the delivery.
GUEST - TWINS! Les and Deborah (O'Brien) and Big Brother
Mason are thrilled to announce the safe arrival of Colin Raymond,
5 lbs. 2 ozs. and Kevin Charles 5 lbs. 1.5 ozs, born October
8th, 2004 at the WHC. Special thanks to Dr. Crane for her
excellent pre-natal care and to the staff at the case room and the Janeway
HAYNES - Big brother Mitchell, Darryl and Darlene (Butler)
welcome the safe arrival of JENNA DIANNE, born October
2, 2004, 7 lbs. 1½ oz. Proud grandparents are Gen and Pat Butler,
St. Mary's, Doug and Jean Haynes, St. John's and Dianne Whelan, Paradise. Thanks
to Drs. Jeff White and Cherry Pike for their excellent care and safe delivery.
Nurses Joan, Bev, Roxanne and Carla, the nursing staff of 5 North B. Mom and
Jenna would like to thank Dad and Mitchell for their love and support.
HEDD - Rodney, Michelle (Stanford) and Big Brother Marcus announce the arrival of Daniel Isaac, born October 17, 2004 weighing
5 lbs. 15 ozs. at Cross Memorial Hospital, Clarenville. Proud grandparents
are Ray Stanford, St. John's, Berdina McGettigan, St. John's and Ed & Hazel Hedd. Great-grandparents Harold & Pearl
Stanford. Thanks to entire case room staff.
HILLIER - Big Sister Hayley Morgan is thrilled to announce
the arrival of her baby sister, Abigayle Grace on Sunday,
October 17, 2004 at 6:13 a.m. Abigayle was born at the Central Nfld.
Hospital weighing 7 lbs. 5¾ ozs. Proud parents are Morgan and Lisa (nee
Hayley). Abigayle is also welcomed by grandparents Lewis and Motee Hayley,
St. John's and Ronald and Blanche Strickland, St. Anthony and a large extended
family. Special thanks to all the nurses on the 4th floor and especially
to Jackie and Marie.
HYNES - Dean and Michele are proud to announce the arrival
of a new baby sister for Carter and Chad, Jayne Elizabeth,
born October 12, 2004, weighing 9 lbs. 4 ozs. Proud grandparents
David and Mary Somerton and George and Christine Hynes.
JACKMAN - Paul Giovanni and Melissa (Watton) are very pleased
to announce the arrival of their precious son Alec William.
Alec entered the world on October 9, 2004 at 9:50 p.m., weighing
8 lbs., 9.5 oz. and was 21 inches long. Proud grandparents are Mary Gio and
the late Brian Jackman and Elizabeth and Maxwell Watton. Welcoming Alec are
many aunts, uncles and cousins who have been anxiously waiting to play with
him. Special thanks to the doctors and nurses in the Caseroom and on 5 NB for
their excellent care and assistance.
KAVANAGH - Mark and Kelly (Hickey) of Torbay are thrilled to announce the safe arrival of their first child, Andrew Thomas, on October 8, 2004, weighing 7 lbs. 1 oz. Sharing the joy are grandparents Adrian and Geraldine Kavanagh of Ferryland and grandmother Geraldine Hickey of Torbay. Guiding Andrew from heaven is Poppy Tom Hickey. Proud great-grandmother Betty Hickey, Torbay and aunts, uncles, cousins and a large circle of friends who anxiously awaited his arrival. Special thanks to all staff at HSC and Dr. Roche. Thanks most of all to Daddy for his excellent coaching, and all his love and support. We couldn't have done it without you.
KING - Derek and Alison (Webb) are delighted to announce
the arrival of their daughter, Lauren Jane, on October
20, 2004, weighing 8 lbs. 3 ozs. Joining us in welcoming Lauren are
big brother Joshua and proud grandparents Edward and Eve Roberts, Gord and
Loretta White, George King and Marilyn Carr.
MacINTYRE - Darrow and Clare (nee MacKenzie) are thrilled
to announce the birth of their son, Joshua Mark Daniel MacIntyre,
born October 31, 2004, in Vancouver, B.C., weighing 8 lbs.
12 oz. A little brother for Tess, Liam and Maya. Joshua's proud grandparents
are Sheldon and Jay MacKenzie of Chilliwack, B.C., Gena MacIntyre of Dartmouth,
N.S., and Linden MacIntyre and Carol Off-MacIntyre of Toronto.
MORAN - Mitchell and Glenys (Deering) would like to announce
the birth of their second daughter, JILLIAN IRENE EFFIE MORAN,
on October 6th, 2004, weighing 6 lbs. 2 oz. A beautiful
baby sister for Leslie. Proud grandparents are Ernest and Effie Deering of
Paradise, and Nicholas and Sylvia Moran of Pouch Cove, and great-grandparents
Charlie and Mary Gosse of Paradise. Many thanks to Dr. O'Grady for excellent
prenatal care and Dr. Kum and the nurses in Labour and Delivery for a safe
arrival. A special thank you to Dr. Andrews and the staff in NICU for taking
such good care of Jillian. The only thing better than having one little girl
is having two!
MORRIS - Sarah Morris is happy to announce the arrival of
her baby brother, Maxwell Winston, on October 28,
2004 at 7:11 p.m. Proud parents are Debbie and Glen Morris. Max was
8 lbs. 7 oz. and 19 inches tall. Congratulations from grandparents Linda and
Winston Morris, and Clarissa and Clyde Fowler.
MULLALY - Derek and Cara (Lidstone) are thrilled to announce
the birth of their beautiful son, Ethan Morris, born on October
30th, 2:46 a.m., at the Women's Health Care Centre, St.
John's, weighing 7 pounds 11 ounces. Ethan is welcomed with lots of love by
ecstatic first time grandmother Christina Lidstone of Botwood and tenth time
grandparents Art and Ursula Mullaly of Gander, as well as their many other
family and friends. Also, Cara's dad, Morris, is lovingly remembered at this
special time. A big thank you to the doctors and all the wonderful nurses on
5NB and the caseroom staff especially Sue Harding for all their help and support
on that very special day.
NOSEWORTHY - Sebastien is pleased to announce that he is
now a big brother to Stéphane Antonio Noseworthy, born October
17, 2004, weighing 8 lbs. 1 oz. Proud parents are Paul and Carole
Noseworthy; grandparents: Roland and Donna Noseworthy and Romain and Marina
Perron. Special thanks to all the wonderful nurses at HSC case room, especially
Bev, Tammy, Cathy, and Roxanne and Dr. Bartellas.
O'DRISCOLL - Ron and Lisa (Chafe) are delighted to announce
the safe arrival of a little baby brother for Maddie. Alex Pierce O'Driscoll was
born October 21, 2004, weighing 9 lbs. 9 ozs. Proud grandparents
are Gerard and Dean O'Driscoll and Danny and Millie Chafe. A special thank
you to all the caseroom staff nurses, Dr. Pike, Dr. Kum, Michelle, and the
staff of Women's Health Centre.
O'GRADY - Sharon and Lowell Hickox welcomed Ryan Thomas into
this world on October 8, 2004. Their little bundle of joy
was born at the Rocky View Hospital in Calgary and was a bouncing 9 lbs. and
53 cm long. Ryan is eagerly waiting for his first visit to Newfoundland this
Christmas where he will have a chance to visit with Grandparents Terry and
Cal, Tom and Dale, Great-Grandma Nell, Uncle Sean, Aunt Tanya and the rest
of the O'Grady and Finn families and friends.
PARSONS - Born in Ottawa on October 31, 2004, weighing 8 lbs., John Wilson to Glenn and Carmen and big sister Emma. A nephew for Krista and grandson for Bob and Marguerite Parsons, Mount Pearl. **
PARSONS/LYALL - Paul and Stephanie are delighted to announce
the birth of their beautiful baby daughter, Katherine Ellen,
born on October 8, 2004 at 12:59 p.m. weighing 6 lbs. 8 ozs.
and measuring 19 inches. Proud grandparents are Ralph and Louise Lyall and
Christina and the late Charles Parsons of Corner Brook, Newfoundland and Labrador.
Katherine is also welcomed by her many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.
Special thanks are extended to Dr. Cherry Pike, the case room nurses, especially
Cathy, and the nurses of 5NB at the Health Sciences Centre.
PEDDLE - It is with great joy that Edward Peddle and Heather
Long announce the birth of their daughter, Rhiannon Erin Peddle.
Born 10:02 a.m. on October 25th, weighing 7 pounds
6.5 ounces. Welcoming Rhiannon are first time grandparents Ed and Joanne Peddle
of St. John's, Gordon Long and fiancée Ida Parsons of St. John's, and
Sheila Long and Boyd Rideout of Random Island, as well as great-grandparents
Hector and Priscilla March of Random Island. Also welcoming Rhiannon are Uncles
David, Matthew and Adam, and Aunts Sherri and Vicki, along with many great
aunts and uncles. A big thank you goes to Dr. Kravitz for Mommy's pre-natal
care and for ensuring Rhiannon's safe arrival, and to all the nurses and staff
of 5NB.
PIKE - Adam is a big brother! Jason and Lori (Woodland) are thrilled to announce the safe arrival of their second son, Lucas Jordan, born on October 4, 2004,
at 1:43 a.m. at the Women's Health Centre, weighing 9 lbs. 11½ ozs.
Lucas is welcomed by proud grandparents Reginald and Bernice Woodland, Mt.
Pearl, and Henry Pike, St. John's. Tears of absolute joy are being shed in
heaven by Nanny (Frances) Pike. Thanks to Dr. Roche, Dr. O'Grady, Dr. Joanne
White and David Thomas. Special thanks to the wonderful staff on 5NB and the
caseroom staff, especially Sue Harding and Kathy King. Mommy and Lucas would
like to send out special thanks to Daddy and Aunt Tina for helping Mommy bring
Lucas into the world.
REDDIN - Harry and Wanda (Barter) are thrilled to announce
the arrival of their first child, a precious little boy, Carson Alexander.
Born at the IWK Health Centre, Halifax, NS, on October 29th,
2004, weighing 8 lbs., 8 oz. Proud grandparents welcoming their first
grandson (second grandchild) are Glenn and Beverley Barter of Bay Bulls, and
first time grandparent Margaret Reddin of Kelowna, B.C. Special thanks to Daddy
and Aunt Glenda for all their love and support.
REID - Jim and Pat feel blessed to announce the birth of their first child, Cole James Reid, on October 4th, 2004, weighing 8 lbs. 1 oz. Welcoming with love are proud first time grandparents, Jim and Mary Reid,and 5th time grandparents Pat and Marie Snook. We are very appreciative of the support and many acts of kindness from family and friends. Many thanks to the Case Room Delivery Team, ICU nurses and especiallyDr. O'Grady and nurses: Murphy and Pennel. Bev, continue to 'shout' your wonderful encouragement and Tammy, you are everyone's friend.
RIDEOUT - Rod and Shelly (Everard) are proud to announce
the arrival of their first child, a precious baby girl, Maria Michelle,
born October 13, weighing 9 lbs., 1 ounce. Proud grandparents
are Daphne and the late Ernest Rideout of C.B.S. and first time grandparents
Gladys and Harry Everard of Petty Harbour. Many thanks to Drs. Bannister, Pike
and Kennedy.
ROBERTS/LAVRENCE - Catherine and Ivan are delighted to announce
the birth of their precious son, Graeme Duncan Roberts Lavrence,
weighing 6 lbs. 7 oz, on October 5, 2004 at Mount Sinai Hospital,
Toronto. Graeme is welcomed with love by big sister Madeleine, and grandparents
Joan Roberts, Edward and Eve Roberts and Daniel and Dana Lavrence. Graeme is
the second great-grandchild for Mrs. Mary Marshall. Many thanks to Dr. Rory
Windrim, Dr. John Kingdom and the nursing staff at Mount Sinai for their excellent
ROWSELL - Matthew, Julia and Jason are thrilled to welcome
another precious baby girl to the family. Samantha Mollie Sydney was
born October 13, 2004 weighing 6 pounds, 12 ounces and measuring
19½ inches long. Proud parents, Sherri (Barbour) and Chad would like
to thank the staff at G.B. Cross Memorial in Clarenville for their wonderful
care and attention, with extra special thanks to Dr. Garisa, Dr. Chaytor and
obstetrical nurse, Rachel Dalton for helping Samantha arrive safe and healthy.
She has completed our family and we are truly blessed.
ROWSELL / WATTS - Renee, Ian and protective big brother Liam,
happily welcome to their family a beautiful girl, Holly Elizabeth Watts.
Holly arrived just in time for lunch at 12:48 p.m., October 22, 2004 at
the Labrador Health Centre in Goose Bay, weighing 9 lbs. 1 oz. Very excited
to see her are Nanny Joyce, Poppy Ron and Aunt Kelly Rowsell of Manuels, NL;
Grandpa Ron Watts of Northwest River and big sister Amy Norman (who desperately
wanted another girl in the house). Thanks to the staff at the Labrador Health
SCOTT - Craig, Laureen (Murray) and big brother Ryan are thrilled to announce the early but safe arrival of their second child, a beautiful little girl. Kathleen Elizabeth was born at the Ottawa General Hospital on October 6, 2004 at 11:20 a.m. weighing 5 lbs. 4 ozs. Proud grandparents are John and Rose Scott and Leo Murray of Torbay. Nanny Murray is watching over her little angel from Heaven. A special thank you goes out to Daddy for all his love and support.
SINYARD - Sophie and her parents, Susan & Jason Sinyard, are thrilled to announce the arrival of her little brother, Owen Rex, on October 12, 2004, weighing 8 lbs., 2 oz. Owen's proud grandparents are Henry & Linda Whalen of St. John's and Rex & Cathy Sinyard of Hr. Grace. Special thanks to the entire case room staff.
SMITH / ANDREWS - Frogs, snails and puppy dog tails,
that's what little boys are made of... Robyn, Sheldon and big brother
Nathan are pleased to announce the arrival of RYLAN CALVIN DAVID.
Rylan was born at the WHC at 5:47 p.m. on October 20th,
2004, weighing 7 lbs. 15 oz. Grandparents Jim and Sharon Smith and
Jean Andrews (Paul Haines) as well as Aunts Sheri-Lynn and Stephanie and
Uncles James and Stephen are equally as excited about Nathan's new playmate.
Especially remembered at this time is Grandfather David William Andrews who
is keeping watch over Rylan and his big brother from heaven. Great-grandparents
are Calvin and Clemmie Smith, George and Nora Hutchings and the late David
and Dorcas Coates and Thomas and Evelyn Andrews. We would like to thank Drs.
Verge and Pike, caseroom nurses Judy and Lavina and staff of 5NB for their
excellent care. A very special thank you to Grandma and Granddad for all
their help and support.
SQUIRES - Brian, Krysta (Furlong) and big brother Tristan
are thrilled to announce the arrival of Keira Chantelle on October
13, 2004 at 6:45 p.m., weighing 9 lbs. 1½ oz. Welcoming Keira
are her grandparents Louis and Wanda Furlong and David and Linda Squires. Her
great-grandparents Gordon and Lyla Strange and Raymond and Beatrice Tucker
and Aunt Julia and Uncle Christopher. Special thanks to the staff at the WHC
for all their care.
TAYLOR - It's a baby brother! Gillian, Arthur and William are excited to announce the safe arrival of Alexander Stewart Elton Taylor, born October 6, 2004 at 11:45 a.m., weighing 7 lbs. 15 oz. Proud grandparents are Bill and Faith Elton, Dr. Douglas Taylor, Mrs. Phyllis Taylor and great-grandmother Alice May. Special thanks to Dr. Kum for his excellent care, Dr. Forward and the staff of the caseroom.
TEMPLETON - Jim, Kristann (nee Colton) and big brothers Sam
and Will are thrilled to announce the arrival of Jacob Colton on October
16, 2004, weighing 8 pounds, 11 ounces. Also welcoming Jacob are grandparents
Bruce and Paula Templeton and David and Carol Colton, great-grandparents Gladys
Templeton and Derrick Bowring and Uncle Glenn, Aunt Christina, Aunt Sarah and
Uncle Mike. Thanks to Dr. Greene and Dr. Roche for their prenatal care, to
caseroom nurse Cathy for her support, and to Dr. Gill and his team for a safe
delivery. Special thanks to all our family and friends for their extra help
at this wonderful, busy time.
WARREN - Paul and Henrietta (nee Didham) are overjoyed to
announce the birth of their first child, Julia Theresa, on October
14, 2004, at 12:43 p.m., weighing 7 lbs. 10.5 ozs. Anxiously waiting
for her arrival were first time grandparents Tom and Pat Warren of St. John's
and fourth time grandparents Dick and Bernadette Didham of St. Catherines,
SMB. Tapping his cane and smiling from cheek to cheek was great-grandfather
Dan Walsh. Many thanks to Dr. Halley and Dr. Kravitz for their exceptional
prenatal care and thank-you to all caseroom staff especially Mark for his quick
reflexes to catch Julia.
WHALEN (FLIGHT) - Benjamin is a big brother!!!!!.... Derrick,
Danette (nee Flight), Benjamin, Ninja and Kitty are happy to welcome Christopher
Michael into their family. Christopher arrived 5 weeks early on October
19, 2004 at the IWK Grace Hospital in Halifax, Nova Scotia at 5:40
pm, weighing 5 lbs. 3 ounces. Proud grandparents are Dave and Joyce Flight,
St. John's, NL and Terry and Hazel Whalen, Miramichi, NB. Christopher is doing
well and is looking forward to spending time with his big brother. Special
thanks to Sherry, all the doctors and nurses at the IWK who took excellent
care of Christopher and Mommy and also to Daddy who took special care of Benjamin
while Mommy was in hospital.
YOUNG/YABSLEY - Chris and Jillian are delighted to announce
the birth of their second child, a daughter and sister for Nathan, Katherine
Jane Young, born on October 6, 2004 at 9:18 a.m.,
weighing 7 lbs 12½ oz. A special thanks to Dr. Patrick O'Shea for his
wonderful care over the years, especially the last nine months.
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Table of ContentsDefinition / general | Clinical features | Case reports | Dermoscopy | Dermoscopic images | Clinical images | Microscopic (histologic) description | Microscopic (histologic) images
Cite this page: Hale C Epidermolysis bullosa nevus. PathologyOutlines.com website. http://www.pathologyoutlines.com/topic/skintumormelanocyticepidermbullnevus.html. Accessed September 23rd, 2019.
Definition / general
- Large acquired melanocytic nevi that occur in patients with hereditary epidermolysis bullosa
- Note: similar lesions in ichthyoses (Pediatr Dermatol 2010;27:453), childhood vulvar pemphigoid (Dermatology 2006;213:159) and other inflammatory disorders
- Two theories: 1) repetitive basement membrane disruption => local nevus cell nests or single melanocytes break senescence and proliferate; 2) melanocytes, probably from incipient nevi or subclinical nests of nevus cells, float in fluid-filled cavity of blister, eventually settling down and proliferating in microenvironment of epidermal regeneration (Dermatol Clin 2010;28:179)
Clinical features
- First described in detail in 2001 (J Am Acad Dermatol 2001;44:577)
- Resembles melanoma, but benign behavior
- Melanocytic growth factors in blister fluid may promote proliferation, migration and melanogenesis of disconnected melanocytes (Acta Derm Venereol 2003;83:332)
- Asymmetrical, irregularly pigmented (initially very dark, then loses pigment)
- Foci of stippled pigmentation and scarring
Case reports
- Two female infants with atypical melanocytic lesions in recessive dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa (Clin Exp Dermatol 2005;30:636)
- 3 year old boy with large nevus (Arch Dermatol 2007;143:1164)
- Some features of melanoma are common: irregular pigmentation (96%), multicomponent pattern (87%), atypical pigment network (74%), irregular dots / globules (70%) and atypical vascular pattern (30%)
- Other features associated with melanoma progression are rare: irregular streaks, blue-white veil, regression structures (blue-white areas) and black dots (Br J Dermatol 2005;153:97)
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- Features of persistent melanocytic neoplasm


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Saddle Nose Deformity
Address the "Scooped Out" Look in the New York Area
When referring to a saddle nose or saddle nose deformity, New York-area rhinoplasty and nose specialists are typically referring to a nose that looks a little scooped out on the side. If one can picture a horse's saddle, this shape and configuration is consistent with the concave aspect of the saddle facing upward.
There are many causes of a saddle nose deformity, including some disease conditions that can affect the nasal septum (i.e. Wagner's Granulomotosis, whereby the major support mechanism of the nose or the nasal septum becomes afflicted with the condition resulting in loss of support in the midsection of the nose so that there is some saddling, which results in a saddle nose deformity).
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Another common condition that can result in a saddle nose deformity is a septic perforation, defined as a hole in the nasal septum, which is basically a partition between the right and left side of the nose. If the perforation or hole is large enough, it can affect the support of the mid-aspect of the nose, resulting in saddling or collapse in the mid-aspect of the nose.
There are many causes of a septic perforation, including but not limited to trauma and other factors far beyond the purpose of this discussion. Suffice it to say, septic perforation is another known cause of saddle nose deformity.
Trauma to the nose and especially trauma to the nasal septum can result in a compromise in the blood supply of the nasal septum by various mechanisms. This can result in a loss of support and weakening of the nasal septum, whereby there is settling in the mid-aspect of the nose resulting in a saddle.
Finally, and unfortunately, surgery performed poorly can also result in a scooped out or saddle nose deformity. When surgery is performed without good attention to detail and leaving a nose strong and supported, it can result in the saddle nose deformity.
Fixing the saddle nose deformity first starts by receiving the opinion of a very experienced rhinoplasty specialist. Saddle nose deformities are complex and are often associated with other symptoms, including difficulty breathing, chronic bloody noses, and nasal collapse. An experienced plastic surgeon should be able to put together a plan whereby to revise or rebuild the nose. There are many ways that a saddle nose deformity can be repaired by an experienced surgeon. Almost all approaches require harvesting some additional support or cartilage to rebuild the nose. The ideal situation is when there is sufficient septal cartilage remaining in the nose for the surgeon to use to rebuild the saddle. Unfortunately, in many circumstances, this is not the case, so ear cartilage can be used by the surgeon to rebuild the nose—though ear cartilage is not sufficient in many circumstances because it does not provide enough structure or support, in which case rib cartilage is the preferred option. An experienced, revision rhinoplasty specialist often harvests rib cartilage from an inconspicuous area to help rebuild the nose.
Saddle Nose Deformity FAQs
Where Are the Incisions in Surgery to Correct Saddle Nose Deformity?
The incisions for saddle nose rhinoplasty depend on whether the open approach or the closed approach is performed. The closed approach, often referred to as endonasal or scarless rhinoplasty, has some desirable advantages, including a lack of incisions on the exterior of the nose, less discomfort, shorter healing time, and more certain outcomes.
While some surgeons still prefer the open approach to saddle nose rhinoplasty, believing it offers a better vantage point for a more precisely performed surgery, Dr. Williams recognizes that the complex nature of the endonasal approach demands commitment. He took 10 years to develop the necessary skills. Starting with the open approach in the early years of his practice gave him the experience needed to now almost exclusively perform endonasal surgery.
The saddle nose rhinoplasty is further discussed in the doctor's Famous Fireside Chats series titled The Great Debate: Open vs. Closed Rhinoplasty.
Do You Pack the Nose After Surgery for Saddle Nose Deformity?
After saddle nose surgery, Dr. Williams sees no need to heavily pack the nose, which can be very uncomfortable for the patient. Using the endonasal or scarless technique, Dr. Williams finds that light packing in the nostrils is all that is required if the procedure is performed properly. If the nose is not in the exact desired position after the surgery, heavy packing will not help that. The lighter packing is removed a day or so after the operation.
In about one week, when the outer splint is removed, Dr. Williams suggests the patient avoid any situations that involve activity that could bump the nose.
In Dr. Williams' Famous Fireside Chats video, he shows you in detail how he packs and dresses the nose in saddle nose surgery procedures.
Will Surgery for Saddle Nose Deformity Fix Breathing Problems?
Many patients with saddle nose deformity also suffer from a deviated nasal septum, narrowing of nasal valves, or a twisted or crooked nose, any of which can cause breathing problems.
Patients considering surgery to correct saddle nose deformity can have the surgeon evaluate their situation to see what function and cosmetic aspects can be addressed during surgery.
Dr. Williams' Famous Fireside Chats answer these and other concerns regarding fixing breathing during a surgery for a saddle nose deformity.
The Cost of Surgery for Saddle Nose Deformity
When pricing saddle nose surgery, several key factors are involved. If this is a first-time (primary) surgery for saddle nose deformity, costs will be lower than for a second or third procedure, considered a revision. Follow-up surgeries are typically more difficult than primary surgeries, since they take longer and require a very skilled surgeon.
Also, a surgeon's experience with surgery for saddle nose deformity is a significant cost factor, as the doctor's years of performing the procedure offer patients a measure of extra assurance that they are in good hands when it comes to their saddle nose deformity.
Naturally, where the surgeon's practice is located can also effect the cost of surgery, given that the cost of living and doing business varies considerably from location to location.
Depending on several other factors, like OR fees and anesthesia, fees for surgery to correct saddle nose deformity can range from $7,000 to $14,000. Refer to Dr. Williams' Famous Fireside Chats for additional information on costs of surgery for saddle nose deformity and other conditions.
Contact Lenses or Glasses Following Surgery for Saddle Nose Deformity
Since most surgeons place a splint or cast on the outside of the nose after surgery for saddle nose deformity, wearing glasses afterward can be difficult. Dr. Williams shares a simple trick with his patients: Take a bit of tape and put it on the middle of the glasses, then hang them from the forehead.
For patients wearing contact lens, Dr. Williams advises them to wait until the splint is removed, around one week after surgery, before using them again.
How is Computerized Imaging Used in Surgery for Saddle Nose Deformity?
In saddle nose surgery, pictures of the patient's nose are taken with a digital camera and uploaded to a computer. This allows a surgeon to modify the photos or images to show the patient what he sees and how he would address their concerns. It also gives the patient a visual—though not exact—idea of the potential or ideal outcome of surgery.
For nearly 25 years, Dr. Williams has relied on computerized imaging in saddle nose surgery as a useful communication tool.
In his YouTube series, Fireside Chats on Rhinoplasty, and his book, Rhinoplasty: Everything You Need to Know about Fixing and Reshaping Your Nose, Dr. Williams answers the most frequently asked questions regarding a saddle nose deformity.
Complications and Risks of Saddle Nose Surgery
Experienced and reputable surgeons aim to fully discuss complications with a patient prior to surgery for saddle nose deformity.
While there is always a chance of some bleeding or infection in any surgical procedure, complications are quite uncommon in surgery for saddle nose deformity. While not a complication, revision or touch-up surgery after a saddle nose surgery may be required. The numbers show that five to 10 percent of saddle nose surgery patients will opt for a touch-up procedure.
This percentage is greatly reduced when the surgery for saddle nose deformity is carried out by a highly competent rhinoplasty surgeon. Also, the need for a touch-up procedure after saddle nose surgery is relatively minor and can be done in the office. Even the most experienced and perfectionistic surgeon cannot guarantee a flawless outcome, as every surgery is different. The surgeon must be skilled and gifted, blending a deep understanding of the complicated nature of facial anatomy and customizing the surgery to achieve an ideal outcome.
When inadequate communication has occurred between a patient and surgeon, there is a chance that the patient's expectations will not have been met. To avoid such disappointments, the surgeon and saddle nose deformity patient should sit down for a consultation that fully explores what the surgery can achieve, given the patient's concerns.
More information on complications following surgery for saddle nose deformity is available on Dr. Williams' Famous Fireside Chats.
Anesthesia in Surgery for Saddle Nose Deformity
Many saddle nose surgery patients prefer twilight or general anesthesia, as this allows them to be asleep during the procedure. Many surgeons also find this desirable. The anesthesia options in surgery addressing a saddle nose deformity consist of local and twilight or general anesthesia.
All anesthesia options are monitored and controlled by credentialed anesthesia providers and permit patients to return home after the surgery.
Saddle nose surgery is further explained in Dr. Williams' Famous Fireside Chat on Anesthesia for Rhinoplasty.
If you're considering a procedure to correct a saddle nose deformity and want to consult with an experienced New York-area facial plastic surgeon, call the Williams Center at 1-800-742-2797 today!
To request a consultation in the New York area, contact the Williams Center for Plastic Surgery online or by phone at 1-800-742-2797.


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It's a delicious irony that the athletic prowess on display in London this fortnight has inspired me to sit on the sofa for 2 weeks, glued to the TV. I am now afloat with all the tea and biscuits. All that idle hand time means I now have super clean brushes, so normal art service should resume soon And speaking of delicious irony, check out this amazing paper sculpture from Yuken Teruya. There are more photos and paper sculptures on the website, so click the link and take a mini Art Break
Yuken Teruya Notice-Forest: What Victory Tastes Like/ London
McDonald's paper bag, glue
4.75 x 7 x 11.5 in. (12.1 x 17.8 x 29.2 cm)


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Torquay, Devon
Town of Torquay, Devon
Current time and facts
Torquay is a town in Devon, England.
Torquay lies 26 km (16 miles) south of Exeter along the A380 road on the north of Torbay and adjoins the neighbouring town of Paignton on the west of the bay.
In the 19th century Torquay became a fashionable seaside resort. Renowned for its healthy climate, it earned the nickname of the English Riviera.
Torquay is situated on the South West coast of England, forming one third of Torbay and is primarily on the western side of the bay.
Torquay is also set along a coastline renowned for its beaches, having no fewer than nine popular beaches. The high standards of water quality and beach facilities mean that many carry coveted awards, including no fewer than three European Blue Flags - more than any other resort in the UK. There are nine main beaches in Torquay, a string of nine beautiful beaches and coves stretched out along the palm lined coast.
Official Town of Torquay, Devon website: www.torbay.gov.uk


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UofL women to face UConn in NCAA finals
ST. LOUIS — Angel McCoughtry answered her coach's harsh halftime criticism with a performance that lifted Louisville into its first national championship game.
McCoughtry scored 14 of her 18 points in the second half and added 11 rebounds, helping the Cardinals crawl out of an early hole to beat Oklahoma 61-59 in the national semifinals Sunday night and end Courtney Paris' stellar career.
"Nobody expected us to be here," McCoughtry said. "We have not one high school All-American on our team, but these girls worked hard. I'm so proud of them."
Down 12 points at halftime, Louisville got back into the game with a 15-1 run while the Sooners' shooting went south — just 26.9 percent in the second half. Still, Oklahoma had a chance to win it in the final seconds with Nyeshia Stevenson's good look on a three-point attempt, but it rattled out.
"In my head, it was going in," Stevenson said. "I knew I was wide open. I was confident every second."
As was McCoughtry after halftime, even after missing her first seven shots of the game, prompting Coach Jeff Walz's rebuke.
"I told Angel it was the worst I've seen her play," he said. "She was an embarrassment."
Appearing in their first trip to the Final Four, McCoughtry and her teammates got their nerves under control in the second half to take control of the game. Keshia Hines added 10 rebounds and nine points for the Cardinals (34-4), who'll face unbeaten and top-ranked Connecticut in Tuesday's finals. The Huskies beat Stanford 83-64 in the other semifinal.
Out too soon, four-time All-American Paris now must fulfill her promise to pay back the cost of her four-year scholarship if the Sooners failed to win the title. She left the court in tears after exchanging hugs with McCoughtry and huddling with her team for a final time.
"I do make good on the guarantee," said Paris, whose father is former NFL offensive lineman Bubba Paris. "Not today, though. Obviously, I don't have $64,000 waiting, but I do make good on it."
Paris goes home without ever playing in a national championship game. In fact, this was her first trip to the Final Four. Still, her name dots the record book. She is the NCAA's best rebounder of all time and the first player to block at least 100 shots in each of her four years in college.
True to her consistent play, Paris finished with another double-double — 14 points and 16 rebounds. Her NCAA-record double-double streak ended at 112 games on Feb. 2, finishing an unbelievable run that started in December of her freshman year.
Ashley Paris, Courtney's twin sister, had 16 points and seven rebounds for Oklahoma, which almost got a dramatic win.
Louisville looked nervous while enduring an awful first half. The Cardinals fell behind 16-2 after 7½ minutes and finished the half down by 12 after shooting a season-worst 22 percent.
McCoughtry, who averages 23.2 points, went without scoring for more than 16 minutes.
"Just a group of kids in that locker room that I challenged at halftime as much as I could have challenged a group," Walz said.
The Big East Defensive Player of the Year contributed in other ways even when the shots weren't falling and finished with five steals and two blocked shots.
"Sometimes you have bad games," McCoughtry said. "It proves that you are human. The thing is not to get down on yourself, keep playing for the team."


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We decided to try Azuri Cafe in NYC, New York as some say that it is the best falafel in the City; better than Taim, Mamoun's, etc...
The place is very small with only 4 tables. We saw the owner there who not only did not say hello, but was very grumpy. Well, we went there for the food, not the owner! Anyway, they play on it as they quoted the NY Times who in 1999 said:
"With just a few rickety tables, Azuri Cafe, a kosher Israeli restaurant and takeout shop, is not the most stylish place around. It's not the friendliest, either. But when you taste the food, you can see where the gruff owner, Ezra Cohen, puts his energy. ".
Then, on their website they wrote: "A place you want to call home"! Really? Maybe for the food, but not for the owner for sure!
The place serves vegetarian as well as non vegetarian specialties. You can find Shawarma Gyro (isn't it kind of the same?) that is made with chicken, beef or chicken shish Kebab (where is the lamb?), chicken liver or falafel. The problem is that they do not describe their menu and a lot of dishes clearly either needed a description or a definition! Considering the personality of the owner, I could not picture myself asking him questions. Especially after I ordered the Shak Shuka plate (I wanted to see if it was the shekshouka) and he responded in a growl that it would take 25 minutes! So we just ordered falafel.
The cook (who was nicer) prepared them. He first fried the falafel. Then, opened a whole wheat pita (we did not have a choice between whole wheat and white as other customers who came after did) and stuffed in it hummus, red cabbage, taboule...and of course the falafel. They topped the sandwich with tahini sauce and pickles.
The sandwich was big for sure. You immediately notice the crunchiness of the falafel. They were very good and I did not detect any greasiness. The sandwich was overall good, but was missing some flavor.
I definitely prefer Taim not only for the sandwich, but also because their menu is more original with sandwiches like the Shabish that was delicious! So, in the battle between Azuri Cafe and Taim, Taim won!
The owner would have been nicer, it would not have changed my mind...
Enjoy (I almost did)!


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By James Brehm
I couldn't help but think that some of the IoT vendors located in halls 8.0 and 8.1 might have had some size-envy of the booths the mobile marketers brought to Barcelona. While mobile marketers, such as Millennial Media, Opera Software, and Kantar, wowed attendees in their opulent booths, most small IoT hardware or application companies stayed to themselves.
But somewhere along the way, my mind started piecing a few things together. Mobile marketers traditionally go directly after the handset. But, aren't all those "things" just other endpoints that could receive advertising? While not all are, some certainly fit the mold.
What would happen if contextually relevant advertising was distributed to digital billboards on the outside of transit busses or on the inside of trains? What if contextually relevant ads made it to the connected car? What if sensor data from traffic sensors made it into Mobile Advertising analytics? What if environmental sensor information were harvested and was able to enhance the quality of mobile advertising analytics platforms? And what if mobile advertising dollars subsidized the deployment of these sensors?
I know I have more questions than answers, but I do think there's something to all of this. Perhaps it is just as simple as tying Opera MediaWorks and the WoT.io data services exchange together. Let me know what you think. Am I crazy?


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God's answers to fear and doubt
When I first began considering the option of going on staff with Campus Outreach Greenville, the thought of raising support was accompanied mostly by feelings of dread. After eight months, support calls and support meetings still make me nervous, but God has been using this time to teach me so much about who He is and how He provides for our needs so much more than just financially. God has been meeting me personally in the middle of doubt and fear with very specific promises and truth. I have been seeing that living by faith and following Jesus is a choice to claim what God says in the Bible as true and to walk according to that truth even when everything in me is telling me to stop. I'll share with you just a few of the most common thoughts I've had throughout this process and the truth God graciously brought to mind or revealed to me. Me: I can't do this, I was not cut out for this, this is impossible. God: "Have you not known? Have you not heard? The LORD is the everlasting God, the Creator of the ends of the earth. He does not faint or grow weary; his understanding is unsearchable." Isaiah 40:28
Me: If only I had one close friend that I could walk through this with. God: "Nevertheless, I am continually with you; you hold my right hand. You guide me with your counsel, and afterward you will receive me to glory. Whom have I in heaven but you? And there is nothing on earth that I desire besides you. My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever." Psalm 73:23-26 Me: I had a horrible week, I didn't make enough phone calls, I didn't spend enough time with the Lord, I'm not trusting him enough, accompanied by an overwhelming feeling that God must be disappointed with me. God: "for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God, and are justified by his grace as a gift, through the redemption that is in Christ Jesus… For we hold that one is justified by faith apart from works of the law." Romans 3:23-24, 28 AND "In this is love, not that we have loved God but that he loved us and sent his Son to be the propitiation for our sins." 1 John 4:10
Me: Is all of this really worth it? God: "But whatever gain I had, I counted as loss for the sake of Christ. Indeed, I count everything as loss because of the surpassing worth of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord. For his sake I have suffered the loss of all things and count them as rubbish, in order that I may gain Christ." Philippians 3:7-8 AND "For this light momentary affliction is preparing for us an eternal weight of glory beyond all comparison, as we look not to the things that are seen but to the things that are unseen. For the things that are seen are transient, but the things that are unseen are eternal." 2 Corinthians 4:17-18
So, even though it has been hard at times, I am so thankful for this season of raising support. I am blown away by how God has provided for me, and I am incredibly thankful to serve a faithful God who is patient with his fearful, doubting children and who has unfailingly revealed promises and truth that give me the strength I need to follow him.
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Santry trials are on once a year . they pick the fastest people to run in the stadium . The fastest people from our class are Ben and Jan. We train twice a week on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Santry is on the 6th of June. We have different age groups the oldest group is u14 and the youngest are the u10
On the day we do relay races there are five people running in the relay. The fastest person from each group gets to do the 100 metre sprints against other schools. If a group gets through to the final and wins they get a trophy and medals.
Santry 2014
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I know there are many people out there who don't really care for the hue, but I really have to say that one of my most favorite colors has to be that sunny, bonny shade that we call- yellow.
Even though I love all of the colors of the rainbow (when used properly ;), I still love yellow for it's sunny, cheery-ness and the way it can brighten up, or flow with muted hues.
Here are a few examples…
Here is an example of yellow brightening up an outfit-
The red adds a bunch too, but really, the toned down shades of the blouse are contrasted by the bonny brightness of the yellow (oh, and did I mention that this is one of my most favorite color combinations? yellow + grey? Well yes, it is 🙂
The ensemble below also portrays the use of a more green/yellow, although to my eye I find it to be more muted than the version above.
This one is an example of the same shade working together to come up with a fabulous outfit, the colorful dots on the blouse adding some interest from the predominate flow of yellow.
The same concept goes with the ensemble below, only instead of colors breaking up the constant flow of yellow- the designer(s) chose to use different shade of one primary color to give more enthusiasm to the outfit.
Now take a look at this one-
Overall, the outfit is built up of very natural colors- cream, black, gold- Wait, what? Isn't gold a shade of yellow? I thought yellow was supposed to brighten an outfit- not be a subtle go-with-the-flow color!
Yes- yellow has the ability of both, it just has to do with the shade of the color. The shade which I featured in the first one is very bright, and closer to the white in the color wheel, while the shade just above is closer to the outer ring of the wheel, therefore making it a more dark, natural hue.
Here are some colors which are complementary shades to various hues of yellow (180˚ on the color wheel), to assist you in your outfit building, home decor, etc. –
So over all, like all colors in God's world, yellow is a very practical, charming color. If it be one of those which complement your skin and hair, then I encourage you to try it out in your wardrobe and see what happens! Who knows, it might just become your most favorite color of the rainbow- if it already isn't 😉