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As foreign governments implement strict travel restrictions and as fewer international transportation options are available, you may have difficulty returning to Canada or may have to remain abroad for an indeterminate period.
If you are outside of Canada:
- you may have difficulty obtaining essential products and services
- you may face strict movement restrictions and quarantines
- your insurance may not cover your travel or medical expenses
- we may have limited capacity to offer you consular services.
If you are currently outside Canada or you are returning home, see COVID-19 safety and security advice for Canadians abroad.
If you need financial help to return to Canada, see COVID-19: Financial help for Canadians outside Canada.
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Effective date: March 13, 2020
Avoid non-essential travel outside Canada until further notice.
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France - Exercise a high degree of caution
Exercise a high degree of caution in France due to the current elevated threat of terrorism.
Safety and security
Safety and security
Coronavirus disease
The Government of France has imposed restrictive measures throughout the country to control the spread of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19).
Starting March 17, 2020, all non-essential movement outdoors is prohibited across the country, for a period of at least 15 days. You must remain inside your accommodation unless you have an essential reason to travel. Some exceptions include trips to:
- buy food and medication
- seek medical assistance
- go to work
- exercise alone
- make your way to the airport
If you leave your accommodation, you must have a completed self-declaration form (see below) on hand justifying your movement. You could be fined for non-compliance of these measures.
Public transportation is still available, but could become increasingly limited. Travel to certain regions of the country may be restricted. Further measures may be imposed without notice as the situation evolves.
If you are in France:
- Comply with the measures imposed by local authorities.
- Monitor the news for the latest developments on the evolving situation.
Useful links:
- Self-declaration form - Ministry of Interior (in French)
- COVID-19 response - European Commission
A strike movement is ongoing since December 5, 2019. Days of nationwide demonstrations are announced sporadically.
Demonstrations take place regularly. Even peaceful demonstrations can turn violent at any time. They can also lead to disruptions to traffic and public transportation.
"Black bloc" protestors have been known to use aggressive and violent tactics during demonstrations to cause destruction and attempt to provoke police forces. Participants have thrown rocks, smoke grenades, bottles and other debris during rallies. Police have employed tear gas in response.
- Avoid areas where demonstrations and large gatherings are taking place
- Follow the instructions of local authorities
- Monitor local media (including social media) for the latest information
Yellow Vests movement
The Yellow Vests movement remains active in Paris and in several other parts of the country. Demonstrations occur sporadically in cities, mainly on Saturdays. Acts of vandalism and violence have occurred.
Traffic disruptions have also occurred due to strategic attempts to block transport routes such as roads, train stations and airports. Disruptions to public services and closures of various sites usually open to the public (businesses, museums, tourist attractions) have also taken place.
Mass gatherings (large-scale events)
The number of pickpocketing incidents has increased significantly since the beginning of 2019, especially in Paris.
Petty crimes, such as pickpocketing, purse and mobile phone snatching, occur mainly in large cities and the following areas:
- major tourist areas
- department stores
- train and bus stations
- public transportation
Purse snatchers operate both on foot and motorcycle. These thieves are very skilled and often work in groups.
Limit the use of mobile phones while taking public transportation, to avoid attracting attention.
There have been reports of violent attacks on tourists by groups of young people. These usually take place at night around major tourist attractions and railway stations in Paris, the trains (RER) connecting Paris to its suburbs and at main railway stations in other large cities.
- Never leave your bags unsupervised at a ticket office or a registration desk
- Ensure that your personal belongings, including passports and other travel documents, are secure at all times
- Ensure as well that your credit and debit cards, cash and any other financial resources are not all kept in the same place
- Avoid showing signs of affluence and carrying large sums of cash
On the road
There is a high frequency of vehicle break-ins. Leave nothing in view in the vehicle and above all do not leave valuable objects, passports and other travel documents, money or credit cards in a vehicle. Use secure parking facilities where available, especially overnight. Be particularly vigilant when renting automobiles, as rented vehicles are a target of choice.
Theft of parked cars or their contents is particularly common on beach roads in the south of France and at highway rest stops throughout the country, especially during the summer when there are a high number of travellers.
Always be suspicious if individuals signal for you to stop on the highway. Drivers are often tricked into stopping their cars by thieves who either obstruct the road or distract the driver (for example, by flashing their headlights). They may also pretend that you have a flat tire (which they sometimes puncture themselves). Once the vehicle is stopped, the thieves seize the opportunity to steal a bag or other valuable objects. Aggravated thefts sometimes occur at isolated rest stops along highways.
Be especially vigilant when stopped at traffic lights, as bags are often snatched from the front passenger seat by thieves travelling on scooters. Keep windows closed and doors locked at all times.
Victims of crime
If you are robbed, go to the nearest commissariat de police (police station) to report the crime. They will provide you with a declaration of theft. Keep a copy of this document, as you will need it if you wish to make an insurance claim. If the theft occurred in the metro, you may ask for assistance from a metro agent, who will direct you to the nearest police station.
There is a threat of terrorism in Europe. Terrorists have carried out attacks in several European cities. In France, separate attacks causing multiple deaths and injuries have taken place. The attacks, whether opportunistic or premeditated, targeted public spaces, including an entertainment venue, restaurants and tourist sites. Further attacks in Europe are likely.
Attacks can occur anywhere, including:
- government buildings and those of local authorities
- schools/universities
- places of worship
- places dedicated to culture, such as exhibition galleries, museums, concert halls and theatres
- airports, railway stations and other transportation hubs and networks
- public areas such as tourist attractions, monuments, restaurants, bars, coffee shops, shopping centres, markets, hotels and other sites frequented by foreigners
Always be aware of your surroundings when in public places. Be particularly vigilant if attending large gatherings such as sporting events and religious celebrations or other public celebrations. Terrorists have used such occasions to carry out attacks.
Expect increased security measures and police/military presence at all points of entry (road, rail, sea and air) and in public areas.
More information about the terrorist threat in France - France's Ministère de l'interieur (Department of Interior, in French only)
Vigipirate alert system
Vigipirate is a French government threat alert system. The system is in place to protect the country's population, infrastructure and institutions, and to prepare response measures in the case of attack.
Current terrorism threat alert level in France - Vigipirate (in French only)
Fraud is committed with credit card and ATM usage in France. Be careful when using your debit or credit card.
- Be vigilant when your cards are handled by other people for a payment.
- Use ATMs in well-lit public areas or inside a bank or business.
- Avoid card readers with an irregular aspect.
- Cover the keypad with one hand when entering your PIN.
- Check for any unauthorized transactions on your account statements.
Road safety
Roads in France are well maintained. Drive defensively and obey traffic regulations. Excessive speeding poses a risk.
Public transportation
Major cities have an effective public transportation system and are served by an extensive intercity rail network.
Use only officially marked taxis and do not share them with strangers.
Occasional strike action and migrant activity in and around Calais can cause delays when using cross-channel services to travel to and from the United Kingdom. Contact your transportation carrier for up-to-date information and monitor local news.
Mountain activities
Towns and ski resorts may be snowed in and roads made impassable after heavy snowfalls. There is a risk of avalanches and some have resulted in deaths.
If you intend to do mountaineering or skiing:
- never do so alone and always hire an experienced guide from a reputable company
- buy travel insurance that includes helicopter rescue and medical evacuation
- ensure that your physical condition is good enough to meet the challenges of your activity
- ensure that you're properly equipped and well informed about weather and other conditions that may pose a hazard
- inform a family member or friend of your itinerary, including when you expect to be back to camp
- know the symptoms of acute altitude sickness, which can be fatal
- obtain detailed information on trekking routes or ski slopes before setting out and do not venture off marked trails or slopes
Information on mountain conditions - Association nationale pour l'étude de la neige et des avalanches (ANENA, national association for the study of snow and avalanches, in French)
Air travel
We do not make assessments on the compliance of foreign domestic airlines with international safety standards.
Entry/exit requirements
Entry/exit requirements
Coronavirus disease
In an attempt to limit the spread of coronavirus disease (COVID-19), most governments have implemented special entry and exit restrictions for their territory. Before travelling, verify if the local authorities of both your current location and destinations have implemented any specific restrictions related to this situation. Consider even your transit points.
Restrictions imposed could include:
- Entry bans, particularly for non-residents
- Exit bans
- Quarantines of 14 days or more upon arrival, regardless of where you are arriving from
- Health screenings
- Border closures
- Airport closures
- Flight suspensions to/from certain destinations, and in some cases, all destinations
- Suspensions or reductions of other international transportation options
Additional restrictions can be imposed suddenly. Airlines can also suspend or reduce flights without notice. Your travel plans may be severely disrupted, making it difficult for you to return home. You should not depend on the Government of Canada for assistance related to changes to your travel plans.
- Monitor the media for the latest information
- Contact your airline or tour operator to determine if the situation will disrupt your travel plans
- Contact the nearest foreign diplomatic office for information on destination-specific restrictions
Foreign diplomatic offices in Canada – Global Affairs Canada
Every country or territory decides who can enter or exit through its borders. The Government of Canada cannot intervene on your behalf if you do not meet your destination's entry or exit requirements.
We have obtained the information on this page from the French authorities. It can, however, change at any time.
Verify this information with foreign diplomatic missions and consulates in Canada.
Detailed information on documents required to enter France - Public service of France (in French only)
Schengen area
France is a Schengen area country. Canadian citizens do not need a visa for travel to countries within the Schengen area. However, visa-free travel only applies to stays of up to 90 days in any 180-day period. Stays are cumulative and include visits to any Schengen area country.
If you plan to stay in the Schengen area for a longer period of time, you will need a visa. You must contact the high commission or embassy of the country or countries you are travelling to and obtain the appropriate visa(s) prior to travel.
Entry requirements vary depending on the type of passport you use for travel.
Before you travel, check with your transportation company about passport requirements. Its rules on passport validity may be more stringent than the country's entry rules.
Regular Canadian passport
Your passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond the date you expect to leave the Schengen area.
Passport for official travel
Different entry rules may apply.
Other travel documents
Different entry rules may apply when travelling with a temporary passport or an emergency travel document. Before you leave, check with the closest diplomatic mission for your destination.
Useful links
Temporary border controls
The French government has reintroduced domestic border controls at certain border crossings. Canadians may be required to pass through controls when entering France, even if arriving from another Schengen area country.
Tourist visa: Not required for stays up to 90 days
Long-stay or residency visa: Required for stays longer than 90 days
Work permit: Required
Student visa: Required for stays longer than 90 days
Children and travel
To leave France, any child under the age of 18 who normally resides in France must be accompanied by at least one parent. Children travelling without at least one parent must be in possession of an authorization to leave the country signed by one of the parents, as well as a photocopy of the signing parent's identification.
- More information and a copy of the authorization to leave the country form - French administration service (in French only)
- More about travelling with children
Yellow fever
Learn about potential entry requirements related to yellow fever (vaccines section).
- Pandemic COVID-19 all countries: avoid non-essential travel outside Canada - March 31, 2020
- Global Measles Notice - July 23, 2019
Routine Vaccines
Be sure that your routine vaccines, as per your province or territory, are up-to-date regardless of your travel destination.
Some of these vaccines include: measles-mumps-rubella (MMR), diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis, polio, varicella (chickenpox), influenza and others.
Vaccines to Consider
You may be at risk for these vaccine-preventable diseases while travelling in this country. Talk to your travel health professional about which ones are right for you.
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B is a disease of the liver spread through blood or other bodily fluids. Travellers who may be exposed (e.g., through sexual contact, medical treatment, sharing needles, tattooing, acupuncture or occupational exposure) should get vaccinated.
Seasonal influenza occurs worldwide. The flu season usually runs from November to April in the northern hemisphere, between April and October in the southern hemisphere and year round in the tropics. Influenza (flu) is caused by a virus spread from person to person when they cough or sneeze or by touching objects and surfaces that have been contaminated with the virus. Get the flu shot.
Measles is a highly contagious viral disease. It can spread quickly from person to person by direct contact and through droplets in the air.
Anyone who is not protected against measles is at risk of being infected with it when travelling internationally.
Regardless of where you are going, talk to a health care professional before travelling to make sure you are fully protected against measles.
Tick-borne encephalitis
- Tick-borne encephalitis is present in some areas of this country.
- It is a viral disease that affects the central nervous system (brain and spinal cord).
- It is spread to humans by the bite of infected ticks or when you consume unpasteurized milk products.
- Vaccination should be considered for those who may be exposed to ticks during outdoor activities.
- A vaccine against TBE does exist but is only available in countries where the disease is present.
- Learn more on what you can do to prevent tick-borne encephalitis (TBE)?
Yellow Fever - Country Entry Requirements
Yellow fever is a disease caused by a flavivirus from the bite of an infected mosquito.
Travellers get vaccinated either because it is required to enter a country or because it is recommended for their protection.
- There is no risk of yellow fever in this country.
Country Entry Requirement*
- Proof of vaccination is not required to enter this country.
- Vaccination is not recommended.
About Yellow Fever
Yellow Fever Vaccination Centres in Canada
* It is important to note that country entry requirements may not reflect your risk of yellow fever at your destination. It is recommended that you contact the nearest diplomatic or consular office of the destination(s) you will be visiting to verify any additional entry requirements.
Food and Water-borne Diseases
Travellers to any destination in the world can develop travellers' diarrhea from consuming contaminated water or food.
In Corsica, there is a risk of schistosomiasis. Avoid exposure to freshwater sources (lakes, rivers, ponds) in this area.
Practise safe food and water precautions while travelling in Western Europe. When in doubt, remember…boil it, cook it, peel it, or leave it!
Insects and Illness
In some areas in Western Europe, certain insects carry and spread diseases like leishmaniasis, Lyme disease, tick-borne encephalitis, and West Nile virus.
Travellers are advised to take precautions against bites.
- In this country, dengue fever may occur sporadically. It is a viral disease spread to humans by mosquito bites.
- Dengue fever can cause severe flu-like symptoms. In some cases, it can lead to dengue haemorrhagic fever, which can be fatal.
- The level of risk of dengue fever changes seasonally, and varies from year to year. After a decline in reported dengue cases worldwide in 2017 and 2018, numbers have been steeply rising again.
- Mosquitoes carrying dengue typically bite during the daytime, particularly around sunrise and sunset.
- Protect yourself from mosquito bites. There is no vaccine or medication that protects against dengue fever.
There is no risk of malaria in this country.
Animals and Illness
Travellers are cautioned to avoid contact with animals, including dogs, snakes, rodents, birds, and bats. Certain infections found in some areas in Western Europe, like rabies, can be shared between humans and animals.
Person-to-Person Infections
Crowded conditions can increase your risk of certain illnesses. Remember to wash your hands often and practice proper cough and sneeze etiquette to avoid colds, the flu and other illnesses.
Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and HIV are spread through blood and bodily fluids; practise safer sex.
Medical services and facilities
Good medical care is widely available in France. You may be required to pay in advance, especially if you do not have travel insurance.
Make sure you get travel insurance that includes coverage for medical evacuation and hospital stays.
Keep in Mind...
The decision to travel is the sole responsibility of the traveller. The traveller is also responsible for his or her own personal safety.
Be prepared. Do not expect medical services to be the same as in Canada. Pack a travel health kit, especially if you will be travelling away from major city centres.
Laws and culture
Laws & culture
You must abide by local laws.
Learn about what you should do and how we can help if you are arrested or detained abroad.
Canada and France are signatories to the Convention on the Transfer of Sentenced Persons. This enables a Canadian imprisoned in France to request a transfer to a Canadian prison to complete a sentence. The transfer requires the agreement of both Canadian and French authorities.
Dual citizenship
Dual citizenship is legally recognized in France.
If you are a Canadian citizen, but also a citizen of France, our ability to offer you consular services may be limited while you're there. You may also be subject to different entry/exit requirements.
General information for travellers with dual citizenship
Identity checks
You must carry your passport at all times. You may be subject to identity checks when you're in France.
Keep photocopies or digital copies of the following documents, in case of loss or seizure:
- the identification page of your passport
- your birth certificate
- your Canadian citizenship card
- your driver's licence
Keep originals and copies in separate safe locations.
It is illegal to cover your face in public places in France, including in the international arrivals area at airports. Failure to comply can lead to a heavy fine. There are no exemptions for tourists or for religious reasons.
More about the law prohibiting face coverings in public places - French administration service (in French)
Illegal drugs
Penalties for possession, use or trafficking of illegal drugs are strict. Convicted offenders can expect jail sentences and heavy fines.
Public transportation
When using public transportation throughout France, you must retain your validated ticket until you exit the system. Failure to produce a validated ticket will result in fines. Failing to cooperate with inspectors could result in you being arrested.
You must be at least 18 years of age to drive a car in France.
You should carry an International Driving Permit.
Speed limits and other driving regulations may be strictly enforced through heavy, on-the-spot fines and the confiscation of a driver's licence. Numerous roadside cameras have been installed to help enforce traffic regulations. Radar detection systems are prohibited.
The use of cellular telephones while driving is prohibited, unless the device is fitted with a hands-free device.
Traffic must yield to vehicles entering an intersection from the right even if they are entering from smaller roads.
Traffic in a roundabout has priority over vehicles trying to enter it (that is, priority switches to vehicles from the left).
Penalties for drinking and driving are severe, especially when an incident causes death. The legal blood alcohol limit is 0.05%.
A reflective vest and warning triangle are mandatory in all vehicles.
- More information about road travel in France - European Commission
- More about the International Driving Permit
The currency of France is the euro (EUR).
Credit cards are widely accepted and ATMs are widely available.
Upon entering or leaving the European Union (EU), you must make a declaration to customs if you have €10,000 or more, or the equivalent in other currencies. The sum can be in cash, cheques, money orders, traveller's cheques or any other convertible assets. This does not apply if you are travelling within the European Union or in transit to a non-EU country.
Information on cash controls - European Commission
Natural disasters and climate
Natural disasters & climate
In mountainous regions, avalanches present a risk and have resulted in fatalities. If you are planning on skiing or mountaineering, stay informed of weather and safety conditions, and follow the advice carefully.
Know the avalanche risk levels – French administration (French only)
Additional information on mountain conditions - Association nationale pour l'étude de la neige et des avalanches (ANENA, national association for the study of snow and avalanches, site in French only)
Floods sometimes occur. The French government maintains a water-level forecast service, Vigicrues. Be vigilant, follow the instructions of local authorities and monitor local media.
Latest information about water levels (vigicrues) - France's Ministère de la Transition écologique et solidaire (in French only)
Forest fires
Forest fires often occur during the summer months, particularly on the Mediterranean coast and in Corsica. In case of a major fire, stay away from affected areas, follow the advice of local emergency services personnel and monitor local media for up-to-date information. The air quality in areas near active fires may deteriorate due to heavy smoke and affect travellers with respiratory ailments.
Local services
Emergency services
Dial 112 for emergency assistance.
Consular assistance
Please call the consulates before visiting them.
The Consulate of Canada in Nice is temporarily closed. If you need consular assistance, contact the Embassy of Canada in Paris.
Paris - Embassy of Canada
Lyon - Consulate of Canada
Toulouse - Consulate of Canada
For emergency consular assistance, call the embassy of Canada in Paris and follow the instructions. At any time, you may also contact the Emergency Watch and Response Centre in Ottawa.
The decision to travel is your choice and you are responsible for your personal safety abroad. We take the safety and security of Canadians abroad very seriously and provide credible and timely information in our Travel Advice to enable you to make well-informed decisions regarding your travel abroad.
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If you need consular assistance while abroad, we will make every effort to help you. However, there may be constraints that will limit the ability of the Government of Canada to provide services.
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70's maggot chair baby - Insidious Pre-Roll Chat
Jan 23rd, 2018 by spoiltmilk
Right before we recorded our Insidious podcast coming out soon, Katty decided to share a story of her new chair. Things quickly unravelled from there. If you prefer to hear with your eyes, there's a video on Facebook,YouTube and Instagram to better help you visualise the discussion.Share | Download(Loading)

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It is important your Patient Information stored on our Computer System is current and is updated as your details change.
In the case of an emergency, we need to have details of Next of Kin and Emergency contact details.
Your Medical Records
Each patient has their own Medical Record. This record contains the Doctors notes of your history and previous medication.
These are the Doctors clinical notes. All consultations with your Doctor are private and confidential and cannot be revealed to any other persons without written consent, a court order or subpoena.
Patient Feedback
From time to time this practice invites patients to complete a questionnaire on their view of the clinic and how it could be improved. These surveys are completely confidential and help us to improve our services. If you are unhappy with any aspect of the care you receive from this clinic we are very keen to know about it. Please feel free to talk to your Doctor or the Receptionist about any problems you have with the service we provide.
This Clinic is committed to providing comprehensive general practice care to all individuals and their families in this community. All patient consultations and medical records are kept strictly confidential. We believe that problems are best dealt within the clinic. Indeed, we want to know if you are concerned about any aspect of our service. However, if you feel there is a problem you wish to take up outside you may prefer to contact the Victorian Government Centre for handling complaints.
There address is:
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Forum for National Committees
Spotlight on young professionals
- Introductory Article - Simon Price
- Global travel growth, estimated future needs for road infrastructure and impacts on energy demands and carbon emissions: an analysis - John Dulac, François Cuenot
- New options for mobility and transport infrastructure in the post-carbon society - Felix Huber, Michael Falk
- Purchase subsidy schemes for electric cars: good value for money for society? - Philippe CRIST
- Electric vs. Gasoline-powered vehicles: the effects on a nation's economic production and public finances - Fabien Leurent, Elisabeth Windisch
- Norway: the successful establishment of a market for electric vehicles - Tom Erik Nørbech
- Climate changes and investment strategies for existing road networks - Yves Ennesser, Jean-Jacques Fadeuilhe
- Looking at Europe's extreme weather costs for transportation in 2040 - Pekka Leviäkangas
Road stories
Purchase subsidy schemes for electric cars: good value for money for society?
Private and public costs of electric versus fossil-fuelled cars
Electric vehicles have generated renewed interest in recent years as concerns about energy security, climate change and air pollution have motivated governments and manufacturers to consider alternative transport energy pathways. Recent estimates put the global electric vehicle fleet at over 120 million units (primarily electric bicycles and scooters in China), with the most popular electric car models achieving global sales of approximately 44,000 units in 2011. These numbers may increase as more electric cars become commercially available, but real questions remain regarding consumers' ultimate uptake of battery electric cars.


text: The report documents the experts consultation forum on Reshaping Agriculture and Development in Southeast Asia held on 2 August 2018 at the SEARCA Headquarters, Laguna, Philippines. The forum aimed to distill from current developments and emerging scenarios the opportunities and challenges for direction setting and strategizing toward an integrated AD agenda in Southeast Asia to proactively address these rapid changes. Specifically, the regional experts consultation forum aimed for the following: Analyze opportunities and challenges for agriculture and development in the Southeast Asian region in the next 5–10 years; Calibrate the thrusts and themes where regional and national institutions and networks in Southeast Asia may collaborate and complement one another along the current and projected gaps/needs of the region in AD; and Recommend directions and innovative approaches in the pursuit of shared regional mandates, goals, and programs.


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Mad #29 (Albert Feldstein) - First Feldstein Magazine Issue - September 1956
Al Feldstein had edited several comics for Bill Gaines, including the twelve issues of Panic (Humor in a Varicose Vein) which was advertised as the companion to the Mad comic. He was the obvious choice to replace Kurtzman.
Mad No. 29 was not very good. However, it was a heroic effort for Feldstein to meet the publication date. He reduced the format to 48 pages and threw together some reprints and previously unprinted articles illustrated by Elder and Davis. Fortunately, he had Wally Wood and newcomer, Do Martin. Feldstein began to make subtle changes and began to assemble the "gang of idiots" who would propel Mad to the pinnacle of humor. [PSA2]
Fish with arms is sewing. ("Camp" - page 25)
Unsung Heroes - Free Fall Ferris
Hollywood - Scenes We'd Like to See
Game - Gringo
Science - New Designs in Television Sets
Raised Pinky - Dining Etiquette Quiz
Movie - The Man in the Soot-Gray Flannel
Collectors - Rare Old Cartoons
Advice - Alfred E. Neuman Answers Your Questions
Poison Ivy - Camp
Do-It-Yourself - Make Your Own Love-Story Comic
Newspapers - Hot Weather Photos
Hobby - Mad Bubble Gum Cards
Epic Case History - The Underworld Around Us
Political Crystal Ball - Convention Forecasts
Home-Sweet-Homes - Real Estate Ads
How to Give a Party - Energetic 17-Year-Olds Are Happy Happy Happy


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All photos by Angela Johnson Photography, see more here.
When I was a little girl, I followed my dad. He had so much to offer me because I would have soaked up anything he had to say. He is my hero and friend. I didn't realize at the time how fortunate I was that he wanted me to soak up all that was good about the world and God. I took for granted that at my impressionable age, I could have been an observer of less beautiful things. I'm so grateful for my dad.
In the summer, my dad was prepared for the sun. He didn't wear short and t-shirts. He wore long pants and long sleeves, sun block and a straw hat. We have fair skin in our family and the sun is not kind to it. He would sit on the step in our garage and change his everyday shoes to his gardening shoes. He tied his laces in a double bow knot. Those laces were not coming undone. His gloves were thick and leather and had a thin layer of garden soil on them except not in the creases.
He would till the garden soil until the texture was as smooth as butter. It gave way like moon sand when you stepped on it. He told me a lot of secrets about fertilizer and preparing the soil. It was a religious ritual. In a way it reminds me now of how he took care of his young family. Just as the gardener he prepared the soil for the plants, he spent a lot of time on the foundational building blocks we would need to form our characters to help us survive in the world.
There were two sections to the garden: the tomatoes, and everything else. The tomatoes were given the primo spot. They were along the border of the garden and each tomato "bed" was built up like a volcano with the tomato plant bursting out of the top. It made hand watering those babies a cinch and prevented the garden from needing weeding. His beefsteak tomatoes were worth their weight in gold. They were as scrumptious as a ripe watermelon. I have never found their equal in all of Washington state.
When I was too young to help, I would swing on the swing set and watch his garden unfold as he went up and down the rows repeatedly every summer morning. At times it looked like nothing was happening and then all of a sudden, I looked out one early summer morning and the entire garden was filled with ripe vegetables! We could take our potato baskets and go through and pick the tomatoes and peppers.
When you think of the plants in the garden, they do not need very much except the important things: sunlight, water, and plant food. But what they need, they need it consistently, every day. It can seem menial and repetitive to grow a garden. It's dirty and hot out there in the summer sun. There's bugs and sometimes pesky animals that try to take what you have grown. The garden is only as good as the gardener's consistency.
There are many parallels to be drawn from gardening, and I'll let you come up with those on your own. For me, I will never forget the wonderful memory of my dad handing my sister and I the watering can and having us share the job of watering the tomatoes each summer morning. I can still see the two of us sharing giggles in the sunlight while walking up and down the garden feeling the sunlight and the mood sand squish underneath our feet.
Thank you for reading When in Tri-Cities, written by Alicia Walters. My friend Lisa shared this poem from Sally DeFord entitled My Father's Love for Me. It expresses some of the feelings I have. I have always felt very fortunate that it was easy for me to understand that we are children of God and have a loving Father in Heaven because my own father has always been a good man and a good example of that kind of love to me. My dad has told me a number of times, "We do not all have a good father, but all of us have a perfect Father in Heaven." I know that is true. Read the poem here.


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Before the Midnight Bells (Once Upon A Romance, #1)
Freebie from Amazon for Kindle.I decided to bust out my Kindle again today and look through a bunch of the freebies I had purchased to take with me on my Wi-Fi-free vacation. DNF'd a few, but then I found this gem.Obviously based on the tale of Cinderella, I was expecting the ridden-hard-and-put-up-wet evil stepmother, terrible stepsisters, hidden identities, kingdom-wide searches for a lady with a particular shoe size... the usual. Fortunately, there was nothing 'usual' about this story.The stepmother is flighty, shallow, and a little hair-brained. But she's not evil. She may take Ella for granted, but she doesn't abuse and misuse her like we usually see. I actually liked the stepmother, as clueless as she was.The stepsisters are both hilarious. At the ball, Prudence won't dance with a redheaded man because redheads can't wear pink and if they had kids, the daughter couldn't wear pink. Yeah. She's serious. Beatrice is like, I dunno. She's big in every way. They both cared for Ella and their quirks made this writing of these characters stand out more for me than any others.Ella was... a doormat. For a while, anyway. She felt the need to take on every single responsibility. Not that she was asked to or forced to, but she was the only one that acted like an adult in the family, so she did it. When she finally stood up for herself, I was like "hell yeah!" but I wish the scene had had a bit more confrontation. The stepmother needed Ella to say "enough is enough", but it just wasn't happening. Ella has a sharp wit and an even sharper tongue. While I disliked her need to take on the weight of all the household problems, I loved her otherwise. Her reactions and musings felt natural, believable, and were usually quite funny and smart.Max could have had a little more personality. No... he had personality, but I guess he needed a bit more character development. I didn't feel like I knew him as well as I knew Ella. But he was a nice prince and I liked his loyalty to both Vivi and Ella.This was a very funny book. I found myself laughing out loud quite a few times and I felt weird reading out in the sun because I probably looked like a loon staring at my lap with a grin on my face for 2 hours. Since the book is on my Kindle, I can't copy+paste some of my favorite quotes at the moment, but I will shortly.So, yeah. This isn't your typical Cinderella story. It's part fairy tale, part historical romance, part comedy. I don't know how to say it better than that without giving specific moments that I especially enjoyed... which I might do later.I highly recommend this book! It now costs $2.99, but at 235 pages, I feel like it would be worth it. Great story, fun dialogue, unique characters... and fae Godmother, of course.


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January 2015 Business Briefs / Member News Part 4January 27, 2015
Henderson Park Inn Owners Announce Timeline for Henderson Beach Resort
Dunavant Enterprises, Inc., owners of the Henderson Park Inn, announced exciting plans for the development of the new Henderson Beach Resort, a multi-phase project, the largest and first of which is currently underway north of Scenic 98 across the street from the inn. This 171-room luxury hotel is appropriately named "The Henderson" and will be managed by Salamander Hotels & Resorts, one of the country's top luxury hotel companies. Serving as the grand anchor hotel for the overall Resort development, its location adjacent to the east end of Henderson Beach State Park affords future guests amazing views across the park to the beach. The Henderson is scheduled to open in late spring of 2016 and will also boast a world-class spa, multiple dining venues, a conference center, and a multi-level tropical pool experience - significantly raising the level of amenities for our guests. Future phases of Henderson Beach Resort also include plans for poolside condos planned, detached resort homes, and Parkside condos.
Anderson joins World Impact Real Estate
John W. (Buck) Anderson has been a life-long resident here on the beautiful Gulf Coast. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of West Florida. After completing a tour in Vietnam, he earned his real estate license in 1973. However, because of his love of flying, he soon returned to the skies and used his skills as a helicopter pilot to complete a 40-year career with 28 years as a flight instructor and 14,000 hours of flight time. After retirement he decided to fulfill his original dream by helping others to fulfill theirs - purchasing a home or a location for a business venture. As a member of the Wounded Warrior Project, he hopes to assist veterans as well as all home buyers find their place on the Emerald Coast. He now works with World Impact Real Estate. Call (850) 865-0555 to let Anderson help you find your paradise.
Landrum Human Resources Announces New Business Consultant
Landrum Human Resources announced that sales professional Kirk Waters has joined the firm as a business consultant for its HR and Employer Services division. In this role, Waters will work closely with business owners in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties helping them maximize their organization's productivity and growth. Waters has more than 25 years of sales and consulting experience in Pensacola and along the Gulf Coast. Currently, he is president of the Sub West Rotary Club, an active volunteer with the Ronald McDonald House, and a member of St. Christopher's Episcopal Church.
Craft Vendors Wanted for Annual Saturday in the Park Festival
The Heritage Museum of Northwest Florida seeks art, craft, and antique vendors for the 39th Saturday in the Park Heritage Festival on April 25. Craft vendors must produce quality, hand-crafted, original items only. To register, visit Heritage-Musuem.org, e-mail firstname.lastname@example.com, or call (850) 678-2615.
The 39th Saturday in the Park Heritage Festival, which will be from 8 a.m. - 4 p.m., is a family-fun event attracting 4,000 visitors in support of the museum's mission to promote the rich history of Northwest Florida. It begins with the Heritage 5K Run/Walk at 8 a.m., and then includes a day filled with re-enactments, traditional heritage craft demonstrations, live entertainment, craft and food vendors, old-fashioned games and contests, a kid zone with crafts, and more.
Lucy Buffett and LuLu's team visit Destin
Lucy Buffett and her Gulf Shores LuLu's management team made a visit to the new Destin location. LuLu's new restaurant is currently under construction and expected to open this summer along the Choctawhatchee Bay next to Legendary Marine at the foot of the Mid Bay Bridge. At its Gulf Shores location, LuLu's has an annual economic impact in excess of $20 million dollars along with its high-profile community involvement and philanthropy. Buffett intends to have the same impact in Destin beginning with the creation of more than 200 jobs, along with the intention of the same active community participation and support. For more information, contact Gabrielle Barnett at (251) 968-7453, visit Facebook.com/LucyBuffettLULUS, or visit LuLuBuffett.com.
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"Pieces of the Past - Okaloosa's Centennial" Opens in February
To celebrate Okaloosa's 100th Anniversary in 2015, the Heritage Museum of Northwest Florida will open a new exhibit, "Pieces of the Past – Okaloosa's Centennial." Catherine Nolan, museum trustee and archaeologist from Colorado State University, has created a unique and special exhibition showcasing never-before-displayed artifacts from the museum's historic collection related to Okaloosa County and information about its history. The exhibit will open to the general public on Tuesday, Feb. 10, at 10 a.m. Admission is $5 for adults, $4 for senior/military, and $3 for children. Museum members and children under 4 are free. Group tours and programs are available by reservation. Call (850) 678-2615. Museum members are invited to a special Exhibit Opening Reception on Saturday, Feb. 7, at 4 p.m. Visit Heritage-Museum.org and become a member today!
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Fleming Rutledge is a preacher and teacher known throughout the US, Canada, and parts of the UK. She is the author of eight books, all from Eerdmans Publishing. Her most recent book, The Crucifixion: Understanding the Death of Jesus Christ, is the product of the work of a lifetime and is being described as a new classic on the subject.
One of the first women to be ordained to the priesthood of the Episcopal Church, she served for fourteen years on the clergy staff at Grace Church on Lower Broadway at Tenth Street, New York City.
Fleming and her husband celebrated their 50th anniversary in 2009 and have two daughters and two grandchildren. She is a native of Franklin, Virginia.
Discerning God's Work In The World: Tips From The Times For Preachers
Monday, January 23, 2006Major article by Charles Marsh
If you go to the "most emailed articles" from The New York Times for the past 7 days, Charles Marsh's piece, "Wayward Christian Soldiers," comes up number one.
If you don't know Charles Marsh, he is one of the most important Christians writing in America today. How many evangelicals do you know with tenure at a major secular university? This op-ed piece (the Times ran it at the top of the page) is a deeply felt plea to Christian America.
Check Resources for links to Charles' Theological Horizons project.
Here is the op-ed article.
Wayward Christian Soldiers
by Charles Marsh, Professor of Religion, University of Virginia
The New York Times January 20, 2006
In the past several years, American evangelicals, and I am one of them, have amassed greater political power than at any time in our history. But at what cost to our witness and the integrity of our message?
Recently, I took a few days to reread the war sermons delivered by influential evangelical ministers during the lead up to the Iraq war. That period, from the fall of 2002 through the spring of 2003, is not one I will remember fondly. Many of the most respected voices in American evangelical circles blessed the president's war plans, even when doing so required them to recast Christian doctrine.
Charles Stanley, pastor of the First Baptist Church of Atlanta, whose weekly sermons are seen by millions of television viewers, led the charge with particular fervor. "We should offer to serve the war effort in any way possible," said Mr. Stanley, a former president of the Southern Baptist Convention. "God battles with people who oppose him, who fight against him and his followers." In an article carried by the convention's Baptist Press news service, a missionary wrote that "American foreign policy and military might have opened an opportunity for the Gospel in the land of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob."
As if working from a slate of evangelical talking points, both Franklin Graham, the evangelist and son of Billy Graham, and Marvin Olasky, the editor of the conservative World magazine and a former advisor to President Bush on faith-based policy, echoed these sentiments, claiming that the American invasion of Iraq would create exciting new prospects for proselytizing Muslims. Tim LaHaye, the co-author of the hugely popular "Left Behind" series, spoke of Iraq as "a focal point of end-time events," whose special role in the earth's final days will become clear after invasion, conquest and reconstruction. For his part, Jerry Falwell boasted that "God is pro-war" in the title of an essay he wrote in 2004.
The war sermons rallied the evangelical congregations behind the invasion of Iraq. An astonishing 87 percent of all white evangelical Christians in the United States supported the president's decision in April 2003. Recent polls indicate that 68 percent of white evangelicals continue to support the war. But what surprised me, looking at these sermons nearly three years later, was how little attention they paid to actual Christian moral doctrine. Some tried to square the American invasion with Christian "just war" theory, but such efforts could never quite reckon with the criterion that force must only be used as a last resort. As a result, many ministers dismissed the theory as no longer relevant.
Some preachers tried to link Saddam Hussein with wicked King Nebuchadnezzar of Biblical fame, but these arguments depended on esoteric interpretations of the Old Testament book of II Kings and could not easily be reduced to the kinds of catchy phrases that are projected onto video screens in vast evangelical churches. The single common theme among the war sermons appeared to be this: our president is a real brother in Christ, and because he has discerned that God's will is for our nation to be at war against Iraq, we shall gloriously comply.
Such sentiments are a far cry from those expressed in the Lausanne Covenant of 1974. More than 2,300 evangelical leaders from 150 countries signed that statement, the most significant milestone in the movement's history. Convened by Billy Graham and led by John Stott, the revered Anglican evangelical priest and writer, the signatories affirmed the global character of the church of Jesus Christ and the belief that "the church is the community of God's people rather than an institution, and must not be identified with any particular culture, social or political system, or human ideology."
On this page, David Brooks correctly noted that if evangelicals elected a pope, it would most likely be Mr. Stott, who is the author of more than 40 books on evangelical theology and Christian devotion. Unlike the Pope John Paul II, who said that invading Iraq would violate Catholic moral teaching and threaten "the fate of humanity," or even Pope Benedict XVI, who has said there were "not sufficient reasons to unleash a war against Iraq," Mr. Stott did not speak publicly on the war. But in a recent interview, he shared with me his abiding concerns. "Privately, in the days preceding the invasion, I had hoped that no action would be taken without United Nations authorization," he told me. "I believed then and now that the American and British governments erred in proceeding without United Nations approval." Reverend Stott referred me to "War and Rumors of War, " a chapter from his 1999 book, "New Issues Facing Christians Today," as the best account of his position. In that essay he wrote that the Christian community's primary mission must be "to hunger for righteousness, to pursue peace, to forbear revenge, to love enemies, in other words, to be marked by the cross."
What will it take for evangelicals in the United States to recognize our mistaken loyalty? We have increasingly isolated ourselves from the shared faith of the global Church, and there is no denying that our Faustian bargain for access and power has undermined the credibility of our moral and evangelistic witness in the world. The Hebrew prophets might call us to repentance, but repentance is a tough demand for a people utterly convinced of their righteousness.
Charles Marsh, a professor of religion at the University of Virginia, is the author of, most recently, The Beloved Community: How Faith Shapes Social Justice, from the Civil Rights Movement to Today. One of his previous books, God's Long Summer, an intensely absorbing theological examination of five major figures in the civil rights era, has won numerous awards.
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Where to look for a holiday home in Cornwall
Where to look for a holiday home in Cornwall probably ranks as the most difficult decision of all. England's favourite holiday destination has lots of property in a wealth of places ranging from quiet clifftop hamlets to buzzing arty towns. Choosing where to buy in Cornwall is, like all property purchases, mostly about location, location, location. We offer some suggestions on what criteria to bear in mind during your search for a holiday home.
Choose a Cornish holiday home location with your head
Before you begin your hunt, have a think about why you're buying a holiday home in Cornwall. You should then base your search on your answer to that question.
Buying as a holiday home
If you're looking for a holiday home in Cornwall for your own use, the location will obviously have to appeal to you and your family. It will also have to offer amenities and things to do that suit you.
Buying as a holiday home and holiday let
If you're planning to use the property yourself and let it to holiday guests, your personal preferences share centre stage with theirs. Choose a location that you like and that you know holidaymakers will like just as much too.
Buying as a holiday let
If your aim is to let the property for profit rather than use it yourself, your personal preferences step down from the stage altogether. Your chosen location should have maximum holiday appeal to a wide range of guests.
Buying as a future retirement home
Buying a holiday home in Cornwall with the view to retiring there later is a completely different scenario. You should think ahead and go for locations that offer the amenities and facilities you may need in retirement.
Types of location for property investment
Within its rugged shores, Cornwall contains a surprising variety of locations. You can choose a holiday home in remote moorlands, bustling towns, surfing centres, foodie hotspots and artist enclaves. You can go for beach spots, inland river towns, country farmland or clifftops. And you can choose to be within a short drive of one of the train lines or far from any major transport links.
Coastal Cornwall
Cornwall boasts Great Britain's longest county coastline. This added to its long, thin shape mean you're never very far from the sea. The 433 miles of coastline offer plenty of variety too – long, sandy beaches that rate as some of the best in the country, dramatic rugged cliffs, small pebbly coves, wide tidal estuaries, hidden harbours…
The advantages of going for a coastal holiday home include instant appeal – everyone loves to be beside the seaside and even better if there's a view of it. On the other hand, coastal areas tend to be more expensive than those inland and they're busier in the summer months.
Top tip – you don't have to be on the coast for water in Cornwall. Lovely water views can also be found on the rivers like those at Saltash on the Tamar and Lynher rivers.
Rural Cornwall
As well as lots of coastline, Cornwall comes with plenty of countryside. And this too is just as beautiful. You can choose from remote settlements in the midst of moorland to a villages surrounded by vineyards. The good thing about country living in Cornwall is that it gives you the chance to get away from the crowds in summer. On the other hand, this may reduce the appeal of the property to holidaymakers. And while you might like it to be very far from the madding crowd, fewer holidaymakers want to be out of reach of amenities.
Cornish transport connections
Choosing a spot with good transport links makes sense both for your own use and for holidaymakers. Choose somewhere reasonably near a motorway or train station and you've made the holiday home more accessible for everyone. But be aware that property near public transport attracts a premium.
Cornish honeypots
Do you go for everybody's favourite location such as Padstow or St Ives? Or is it better to branch out beyond the honeypot track? Choosing one of the top locations means you'll always attract holidaymakers drawn to these tried and trusted spots. However, property prices tend to be higher in the more popular locations.
It's worth investigating up-and-coming locations. Several Cornish towns are currently undergoing something of a facelift such as Penzance – these places might not appeal so much at the moment, but they certainly have potential.
Top tip – go for the middle ground. For example, take a look at Looe as an alternative to the more popular and pricier Fowey or consider Hayle instead of St Ives.
Cornwall activity hotspots
You might fancy a location known for a particular activity. Perhaps you're an avid surfer – think Newquay; a keen yachter – think the Roseland Peninsula; a budding artist – think Penzance; a gourmet foodie – think Padstow for food or Bodmin's valleys for wine.
The advantage of this approach to buying a holiday home in Cornwall gives your property a very specific edge in an already crowded holiday let market. But you do need to do some research beforehand to make sure you're not restricting your letting potential.
Seasonal Cornwall
Cornwall is highly seasonal. Some parts of the county – Boscastle is a good example – go from packed to bursting point in the summer season to almost deserted at any other time. Others such as Falmouth and Truro have more balanced seasons and year-round activity. If you're looking to make maximum income from your holiday let, choose a location that has things going on and shops and restaurants open all year.
Top tip – visit Cornwall in high summer and low winter to see for yourself how busy/quiet your preferred locations are.
Cornwall on film
Cornish landscapes have featured in any number of films and TV series. One of the most recent Cornish film stars is Charlestown on the south coast. It was the location for the rerun of Poldark as well as a location used in Doctor Who and Treasure Island.
There's something rather special about owning a holiday home with an instantly recognisable backdrop. Holidaymakers feel the appeal too. In the very competitive world of Cornish holiday lets, a home in or near a well-known film location for your holiday home adds a very unique selling point. However, fame on screen adds to house prices so make sure your holiday let income will compensate for this.
Research Cornwall
Deciding where to buy your holiday home in Cornwall ultimately comes down to personal choice and careful research. If you have the time, spend as much as you can looking at different areas and comparing different types of properties.
And call on the experts to help you – at Cornish Traditional Cottages, we know Cornwall like the back of our hand. We can also offer plenty of advice on which locations are best for buying a holiday home. Get in touch now.


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BENSON SHUM enjoys creating and telling stories through illustration and animation. He has worked in the animation industry for seventeen years with various studios including, Sony Pictures Imageworks, DHX Media, Rainmaker, Atomic Cartoons, Bardel Entertainment and Sesame Workshop. Benson is also an Animator at the Walt Disney Feature Animation Studios, where he was a part of such films as Frozen, Big Hero 6, Zootopia and Moana. His inspiration comes from his love of children's book illustrations, and observation of the little things in life. Originally from Vancouver, Benson now resides in Burbank, California.
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About Black Shutter Antique Center
The Black Shutter Antique Center has occupied the 19th Century Plaster House at 1 Loudoun Street, S.E. in historic Leesburg since 1998, offering 20 rooms of antiques and art on two levels. Owners Brenda Kemmerer and Barbara Gardner are proud of the over 35 show quality antique dealers located at the Black Shutter. While many dealers carry a variety of antiques and art, some specialize in areas such as vintage clothing, books and Life magazines, militaria, nautical, and equestrian items, American, Asian and European glass, porcelain and pottery, and more recently, mid-century modern furniture and accessories.
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Prepare your study session
I would suggest that you prepare and/or set up a perfect study/workspace that you will be comfortable in. I found that sitting on my bed with lots of pillows supporting me and laying my stuff out on the bed really helped me to crack on with what I wanted to do. I liked how much space I had to work, especially as normally I just use my desk – which is tiny. I would suggest that you create a clean space, and this will make a big difference and ensure that you have a cup of water or something that you like to drink to keep you hydrated. As you can see from the video below, I had a big bottle of water and a banana which I had during the break.
Make a study plan
Even though this seems like one of the most basic tips to give someone, it does indeed make a big difference. I would suggest that you plan what you want to get done within the first half, second half, and any other sections of your study time. This is where the Pomodoro technique comes in handy. I will explain and talk you through what happens in a Pomodoro in the next section of this post which is followed by a video. You should set yourself goals on what you want to achieve, for example, 600 words of an essay which is approximately 2/3 paragraphs, including the introduction.
Try out different learning methods and techniques
This is very important whilst maximizing your study time. I suggest that you try studying in a range of different places, such as a coffee house, the kitchen, your desk, or on your bed like I did. I have tried out many places and I know that when I am working on specific things, I work better in different places. Although this may seem strange, I think it is fairly common to those who get distracted quickly. Alternatively, you can try out a range of study methods which can include a range of methods as to how you can learn everything you need to. I would suggest using your laptop (for research, spelling, and grammar), a notebook (for planning what you're going to do), and books (to gain knowledge). You can also use flow charts and diagrams to construct a plan or a structure of what you want to include in your work.
Watch and/or Listen to a video
I find it extremely useful to listen to sounds/videos whilst studying. It helps me to cut out background noise as well as getting into the piece of work that I need to get done. I had a very soothing piano instrumental which honestly helped me to complete all of my assignments that year at uni and I will always use that know whenever I have the assignment to do. You could listen to other instrumentals that you like, or ASMR relaxing videos or even a study/work with my video which I am currently creating whilst writing this blog post. I watched my first ever one from Gibi and I fell in love. It is like having a study partner, except they are actually there, which is good because you don't actually get distracted.
Those were just some of my most valuable study tips and advice. To complement this post, I have created a full Pomodoro with a timer included, so that you can maximize your studying time, as well as getting all the stuff done that you need to do.
If you don't know what a Pomodoro is, I will explain it now…
What is a Pomodoro?
A Pomodoro is a time management technique developed by Francesco Cirillo in the late 1980s. This method uses a timer to break down work into intervals, traditionally 25 minutes in length which totals to 2 hours, separated by short breaks around 3-5 minutes. For the purpose of trying this out, and filming it for the first time, I tried this technique for half of the recommended time of 1 hour.
I really enjoyed creating this video. I managed to get a lot checked off my to do list and I managed to write this whole blog post.
If you found this useful, please let me know in the comments below. Also, if you would like me to do a longer Pomodoro then, of course, let me know and I can do that.


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Five on Friday: Back on Track Edition
Things have gotten a bit derailed lately, but I am somehow back on an even keel and back on track for more than a few things in my life.
1. Up and down
I weigh myself everyday and I record my consumption. That might sound a little bit crazy, but it keeps my weight under control and helps me stay aware of my body. Recording everything is really helpful to me, but it's not for everyone. I can also safely say that my weight is headed back down again, much to my pleasure. I also gave blood yesterday and found that my BP, HR, and HGB are very much back in the healthy range again.
2. More scheduled stuff
I like scheduling my life. It's one of my quirks. I like to fill up my calendar in advance with activities, even if one of them is "stay home and relax tonight!" This week, I've completely packed my dance card with social activities and I love it. I guess it's one of the signs that I truly am an extrovert. Being with others makes me feel energetic and excited.
3. Back to basics
I usually buy myself a loaf of french bread at least twice a week and end up eating a lot of it myself at home. One of my laziest meals is simply a hunk of bread dipped in salted-peppered olive oil. Yes. I totally eat that as dinner some nights, but this week I decided to buy sliced bread instead and work on cooking myself real dinners. The best part about having sliced bread at home is that I make myself sandwiches for lunch (instead of just eating a plain hunk of bread). This week, I've been making the old standby: PB&J. I'm quite stingy with the J, but it's how I like it!
4. Emails and phone calls from a special someone
Franny's away on business travel this week and next, so we've been keeping in touch through email and phone calls. I am not one of those girls who mopes around because her man is gone, but I also have to admit that I miss him terribly. It's all the little things like coming home to someone, or knowing that he's just down the peninsula from me during the day. I love my freedom, but I also like the stability that he gives me.
5. And of course the friend bit
What is a Five on Friday list if I don't mention how much I love my friends. Seriously, they're the best. J invited me to dinner at his place, which meant I had a tasty and healthy dinner along with some very lovely company. I've been hanging out a lot with A, doing maintenance on our bikes, watching movies, riding, and cooking dinner. He gives me another good reason to eat a healthy, tasty meal instead of my usual spartan fare, not to mention he also rides bikes with me, so it's a good excuse to be active and move my legs. I love boys who help me stay healthy and stimulate my brain too.


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People often ask - 'how do you do this digital painting stuff ?'.
Well where do you start, I follow a conventional path, I sketch the face out on paper, with a 'real' pencil, scan in and paint usually all on one layer. My weapon of choice is Photoshop CS3, there is other software, some much, much cheaper, but, they always seem to have 'bits' missing.
Once I'm in Photoshop, that's where I stay from 'first brush stroke to print'.
The lovely young lady above was a recent commission if you look closely you can see the strokes - I mainly use the dark and light pastel brushes, particularly to finish off, it gives a more chalky/grainy effect, more realistic. A lot of digital paintings I see have that highly glazed look - like china dolls. I spend ages with a small chalky brush 'finishing' off - if anything I need someone else to walk in and say ' Oi, it's done - PRINT IT !!!'
The top picture is one I'm working on at the moment, for yet another 50th birthday, you can see I started from the jaw working my way up, big brushes to start with small, ones to finish.
I really love doing the faces, the little bodies and accessories are something the clients want and really irritate me. I often have three or four finished faces and avoid adding the rest until I feel like it. A body bottleneck.
I've just got a commission for four faces, yep just the faces, and 'make 'em ugly' they say - now that's a real job.