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As noted, former Impact Wrestling World Heavyweight Champion announced on Twitter yesterday that he is a free agent, taking bookings via firstname.lastname@example.com.
Joey added earlier that Drake and Impact recently agreed on a settlement regarding his termination and his non-compete clause, which paved the way for Tuesday's announcement on being a free agent. Drake is now free to sign a deal with any wrestling promotion.
Despite issues between the two sides back in April, it sounds like the split was on somewhat good terms. PWInsider noted that one Impact executive told them, "We are happy to have the issue resolved and we wish Eli Drake well going forward."
It was reported in early April that Drake had been released from his Impact contract on April 7, weeks before it was to expire on May 31, and that Impact officials were looking to stop him from signing with any other promotions by pursuing a breach of contract claim. It was also reported that Drake had heat from the company for speaking out against intergender wrestling.
Drake's first post-Impact booking has been announced for the Championship Wrestling From Hollywood promotion on Father's Day – Sunday, June 16 from The Canyon Club in Agoura Hills, California. Drake will do battle with UWN TV Champion Scorpio Sky and Eric Watts in a Triple Threat.
Drake had a Twitter exchange today with former Impact executive John Gaburick, who returned to work for WWE after leaving Impact in late 2017. You can see their tweets below.
Gaburick responded to Drake's Twitter statement and wrote, "Nice job kid. Class."
Drake responded, " Thank you, sir. I appreciate you. Thank you for the opportunity."
As noted, there were rumors on Drake talking with WWE earlier this year, but that was never confirmed. We will keep you updated on any potential interest from WWE or AEW. Below is the full Twitter statement from earlier, along with the tweets from Drake, Gaburick and CWFH's David Marquez:
"After 4 years with Impact Wrestling, some ups, some downs, I would like to thank them for the overall great experience. Through those years, I had the fortune of carrying 3 different title belts, having my own talk show (Fact of Life), and was always given the trust to craft my own promos, virtually from day 1. I appreciate the chance that was taken on me and the trust I was given, as well as the friends and experiences I gained along the way. I wish Impact Wrestling nothing but continued success and growth going forward. Today, I am OFFICIALLY a FREE AGENT," the statement read.
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— Eli Drake (@TheEliDrake) June 4, 2019
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In December, I took delivery of my fourth touch screen computer. The first two were Compaq TC-1000's with their futuristic removable keyboards, and lack of processing power and memory. They were followed by a Fujitsu U1010, which was my idea of what a netbook ought to be, except I found that to be slow as a wet week as well. To my complete surprise, I found that the Fujitsu was too small to be practical for use – something that I never thought that I'd ever say! In fact – make it the fifth: the CarPC had a 7″ WVGA touchscreen embedded in the dash.
This time, it's serious though. This time, the machine is my primary, having converted the workstation to Windows Home Server three months ago.
The new machine is a HP TX2z, and it's the first time that I've bought myself new laptop. For the money, it's hard to buy a dual core laptop with 4gb of RAM in a 12″ form factor. I wanted small (but not as small as the Fujitsu or Dad's Acer Aspire One), but I wasn't willing to sacrifice power – for some reason it's difficult to buy grunter machines that are less than 14″.
I'm loving having a laptop. Most of the Maxine McKew post was written on the train yesterday morning while the bus drivers were all having a sleep in (yep – this post has been in draft for a while!!). I know that lots of people blaze away on laptops on the train all the time, but that was a first for me, and like the first time I connected to the internet, or a wireless network, or downloaded something, it was a moment. Since I started writing this post, the HP TM2, the natural replacement for the TX2z has been announced and released, and I read today that they are being slated for i7 processors. Not having to sacrifice performance for small is my idea of a computing dream, particularly when I can connect it to my big monitor and dock at home.
I'm loving having a touchscreen again after such a long break – Windows7 and multitouch has really moved touch forward, and being able pinch and zoom, and poke links in Chrome with my finger to navigate to the next point of interest, especially when the in tablet mode.
What will be interesting is how touch gets implemented for the mainstream. It's clear that although the HP Touchsmarts are lovely machines, for non technology focussed users, the gorilla arms paradigm isn't going to win friends. But I think that 10/GUI has a lot of potential. It seems a physically natural and natural way to work, and has some beauty in the way that it abstracts the hardware layer. I can't wait for this stuff to start flowing through.


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Hey everybody! So the last half of this year hasn't been very blogger potent from my part, but part of my New Years resolution is definitely to make a post at least twice a month. I am spending my Christmas on Mallorca in Spain. I will always be an island girl at heart & reconnecting with my roots has been so healing for me, as well as the sun... and the sea... and the food. Having the time of my life to be honest. So today is Christmas day for us Germans, and my dad and I went for a run by the ocean & for a little walk through the old city of Palma. I will admit that this is not what we ate today. I made this earlier this month, but I think its a nice little post for the festivities, since its a quite rustic and festive dish. A little Italian spirit, but perfect for anybody who wants to ditch the meat this Christmas, or maybe for the New Year?
Pasta of your choice (I chose GF/rice spaghetti)
1-2 cups dark champignons or porcini mushrooms
1-2 cups dark champignons or porcini mushrooms
1/2 onion
1 handful of fresh spinach
1 cloves of garlic
1 tbsp balsamic cream
1/2 tbsp of pumpkin seed oil
1/2 tbsp of maple syrup
1-2 tsp of olive oil for cooking
a tiny bit of soy cream
fresh ground pepper & sea salt
a little chili
some basil to garnish
Chop of your onion and your mushrooms and roast them in some oil or veggie broth if you avoid fats (although the pumpkin seed oil is quite essential for the flavor of this dish). Roast them plenty, so you get a little smoky taste. Add the spinach, the garlic and a tablespoon of balsamic glaze when its almost cooked and then add a little dash of cream and some chili. Serve on top of a pasta of your choice and drizzle with a mix of pumpkin seed oil and maple syrup as well as some fresh ground pepper and salt.
Have a wonderful Christmas time & a happy new (Vegan) year full of love, friendship & happiness.
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Advanced Technologies and Orange Partner Program Underscore Success of Vertafore's Dedication to Operational Excellence
Open Access and Integration Opportunities, AI and Machine Learning Features, Business Intelligence Solutions and More on Display at Upcoming NetVU "Accelerate" Event
Vertafore, the leader in modern insurance technology for independent agents, MGAs, carriers, states and regulators, announced today that the company will showcase elements of its advanced InsurTech solutions at the Accelerate, powered by NetVU event, which will be held May 21-23 at the Duke Energy Convention Center in Cincinnati. The innovations and partnerships underscore Vertafore's dedication to operational excellence through technology integration and an open architecture strategy.
Vertafore continuously innovates and expands partnerships to ensure its customers have access to powerful insurance technologies. Earlier this year, Vertafore announced its Orange Partner Program. Participating partners include AgencyZoom, Agency Revolution, Agentero, AVYST, DYL, DocuSign, ePayPolicy, Insurance Agent App, The Kotter Group, Pathway, Prophix and Simply Easier Payments. Agreements with additional partners are under way.
"Becoming a member of the Orange Partner Program is the perfect culmination of our product development initiatives. We've been working closely with Vertafore over the past several months to make bi-directional forms a reality. Through our NetVU partnership, we have engaged with a number of agency owners and carriers we mutually identified as the industry's outstanding technology leaders to further drive integration solutions with our eForms Wizard. Their knowledge and experience have helped us build a powerful submissions tool - the first of many AVYST solutions," states Marc Still, AVYST CEO.
The program provides open access and integration opportunities for customers and partners via Vertafore APIs. This enables integration with existing Vertafore products and gives third-party technology providers access to integrate products across the company's suite of agency management systems.
"This company (AVYST) was built by insurance professionals known for their technology advocacy in the industry," notes Kitty Ambers, CIC, CPIA, CISR, AVYST Chief Growth Officer. "We are all about improving the consumer experience while increasing efficiencies across the independent agent and broker system. Because we thoroughly understand this industry and the inherent challenges for producers and CSRs in getting complete submissions to market, solving the point-of-sale data capture challenge is our first big focus. eForms Wizard and the coming integration with Vertafore products is a game changer."
More recently, Vertafore selected Amazon Web Services (AWS) as its preferred cloud provider, migrating products to the cloud leader and making AWS the standard for AI and machine learning workloads, including Vertafore's RiskMatch data and analytics solution. The AWS collaboration allows Vertafore to innovate on the most advanced and reliable cloud service in the world. Accelerate attendees will get a preview of updates to the popular RiskMatch business intelligence solution at the event.
The AWS collaboration is also enabling AI and machine learning-driven development to improve existing products and build new technologies. Vertafore is exploring opportunities to leverage AWS machine learning capabilities for a variety of purposes, including to enable text and data extraction from virtually any document, which can automate key processes. The company is also considering plans to use Amazon SageMaker machine learning services to build, train and deploy models to automate policy checking processes and expedite customer service delivery.
"Vertafore has been the leader in operational excellence for decades, and we've maintained our leadership position through continuous innovation," said Amy Zupon, CEO of Vertafore. "Our Orange Partner Program and with AWS underscore our overarching commitment to customer success. We're looking forward to showcasing our advanced InsurTech capabilities at Accelerate and to rolling out innovations that enable Vertafore customers to serve their own customers more efficiently in the years to come."
To find out more about the Accelerate event, please visit www.netvu.org/web/Accelerate. For additional information about Vertafore's suite of integrated insurance agency management solutions, visit here.
About Vertafore For over 50 years, Vertafore, the leader in modern insurance technology, has built and supported superior InsurTech solutions to connect every point of the distribution channel. Vertafore's agency management, ratings, regulation, compliance, and connectivity products streamline workflows, improve efficiency and drive productivity for more North American insurance professionals than any other provider—including more than 20,000 agencies, over 1,000 carriers and 23 state governments. Through a continual focus on operational excellence, development of innovative solutions, and alignment with key industry partners, Vertafore is leading the way for customers of all sizes by delivering results that make a difference. For more information about Vertafore, visit here.
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Yamba parkrun to celebrate first birthday
THEY might be a bit out of breath from running almost 9000km in the last year, but the Yamba parkrun participants are ready to blow out the candles to celebrate their first birthday.
The free timed 5km walk/run event started in Yamba on March 21 last year, and since then 1730 participants of young and older ages have run, walked, pushed prams, encouraged children and exercised pet pooches at the weekly event.
For the first birthday, and 50th parkrun held at Yamba, event directors Meg Dougherty, Vicki James and Scott Lenton would also love to see some new faces to join the fun.
"The main motivation for bringing parkrun to Yamba was to provide the local community with an opportunity to enjoy healthy, active activity in an organised, friendly and social environment," Meg said. And we have achieved that goal in bucket loads."
"Many people have developed new friendships and will go out after their run so it's great for the community and adds value for local business."
The riverside course has drawn plaudits from visitors and locals alike, and being a flat course assists more competitive runners to achieve personal best times.
"Whether people take an hour to walk, talk and enjoy the 5km course or opt to run it faster, like Brisbane's Hamish Hamilton who is the current record holder at just 16:34 minutes, parkrun caters for anyone and everyone," Vicki James said.
Registration with parkrun is free and provides worldwide access to participate in any parkrun event on any Saturday of the year. Yamba's event has recently hosted a runner from Edinburgh, Scotland who was holidaying with friends in Maclean.
So whether you are a veteran or considering your first venture this Saturday join the organisers for a great celebration. The event starts at 7am with the start and finish at the picnic shelter in Ford Park in Yamba. Details can be found on www.parkrun.com.au or the Yamba parkrun Facebook page.


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This practical guide to quilting expert Sylvia Critcher's unique style of work leads you step by step through a variety of raised quilting and embroidery techniques, which are then combined to create contemporary designs. It contains ten sophisticated projects, a comprehensive stitch guide, advice on developing your designs, galleries of inspiring work and all the templates required at actual size.
Over the course of her long and creative career, quilting expert Sylvia Critcher has established her own unique process for combining raised quilt and stitch techniques to create wonderful effects. Sylvia's method features a variety of quilting and raised embroidery techniques including trapunto, Italian quilting, le boutis, French-style cording and English quilting. The book will guide you through the history and context of these traditional techniques and show you how to combine them with the necessary stitches to create Sylvia's distinctive style of work.
This book will show you exactly how Sylvia creates her richly textured surfaces by following a simple step-by-step pincushion project from start to finish. The process is broken down into key stages, and clear illustrations are given to guide the reader through the process. All the instructions and templates needed to create nine further contemporary projects are given: a ring pillow, chair cushion, bag, needlecase, lap quilt, runner, table centre, wall hanging and full-size quilt. All the templates required are given at actual size in a handy pull-out section. The book also contains a helpful section on developing designs and a gallery of beautiful pieces to inspire.


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Advent calendars come in all shapes and sizes and these days we've gone way beyond just a picture of a snowman or Santa - the daily treats can be anything from chocolates to gin!
Sometimes however, the contents can be a little disappointing and there's often an awful lot of waste packaging. So why not make one of your own and fill it with gifts and treats that are truly worth the wait. Better still make a calendar that you can use for many years and will become part of your family Christmas decorating traditions.
This storage box from The Works is ideal - not specifically an advent calendar craft blank but it's got twenty-five little drawers that are just crying out to be filled with festive treats! There's a tutorial here but you can decorate it in so many different ways.
I know this one from Bonne Maman isn't handmade but it is amazing and after you've eaten all those delicious preserves you could re-use the jars to make next years advent calendar just like the one below. - click on the link for instructions.
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I am a licensed therapist who has a passion for helping people who feel anxious and insecure to feel more calm and confident. I love helping people live in alignment with their true and authentic self, which tends to open the door to living with more happiness, love, meaning and satisfying relationships. In my work as a therapist I draw upon my many years of studies in psychology, meditation practice and spiritual inquiry to find a path towards healing that is tailored to where you are and where you want to be. Together, we will look at what has been blocking you from experiencing more healing, hope and fulfillment.
I am particularly passionate about helping people learn how to have greater self-acceptance, loosening the insidious grip of self-hate and self-judgment. I aim to help clients become more aware of the thoughts and lifelong beliefs that keep them stuck so they can eventually move into their fullest potential. By assisting clients to tap into their own deeper wisdom, my goal is to help guide them forward with greater clarity and a renewed sense of trust in themselves.
I know from my own journey and from helping many other people along the way, that the road can be very dark at times and sometimes we need a compassionate, caring person to help hold the light. Having had a personal history of many significant losses and extensive training in working with grief, I offer an exceptionally empathic and knowledgeable approach to working with the many aspects of grief and loss. It is a great honor to help people heal and I care deeply about helping clients experience greater contentment, joy, meaning and freedom from suffering in their lives.
Along with my extensive personal experience in psychoanalysis and my previous work as a behavior therapist, my current approach to therapy is based in psychodynamic, humanistic, existential and mindfulness-based theories. In addition, I may blend in the following practices when appropriate and if the client is interested:
Integrating or deepening a spiritual, mindfulness or meditation practice into daily life
Mindful self compassion and Radical Self-Acceptance (based on Kristin Neff & Tara Brach's work)
Nature based approaches to healing, especially grief and loss experiences
Hakomi and other somatic based techniques, drawing upon the wisdom of the body to guide the healing process when talking doesn't fully get to the root of the issues.
When I am not in the office, I enjoy spending time with my family, exploring in nature, reading psychology and spirituality books, hiking and yoga.
I have worked for over 10 years in the field of mental health in a variety of settings and I am a member of the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists.
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Meet the female billionaire poised to lead Vietnam's first foreign listing
Par Vietnam aujourd'hui le lundi 5 juin 2017, 16:45 - News in english - Lien permanent
VietJet, Vietnam's discount airline known for a marketing stunt featuring bikini-clad flight attendants, could become the first Vietnamese company to list its shares on a stock exchange overseas.
Bloomberg reports that the carrier, which controls more than 40% of Vietnam's domestic airline market, is seeking more funds after planning for billions of dollars in aircraft purchases.
If the foreign listing does indeed happen—the company is considering stock exchanges in New York, London, Hong Kong and Singapore—it would thrust VietJet's founder and CEO, 46-year-old Nguyen Thi Phuong Thao, even further into the spotlight.
It's a position Thao won't shy away from. "We don't want to hide our hope to become the first Vietnamese company to list shares overseas," she told Bloomberg.
Thao already possesses a remarkable CV. She studied economics and finance in Soviet Russia in the 1980s before starting a career in commodities trading in Eastern Europe and Asia. She returned to Vietnam a decade ago and invested in banks, eventually turning to real estate projects in Ho Chi Minh City and resorts in Central Vietnam, according to Forbes. Thao says she got the idea to start a discount airline while she was a trader, and she studied the business models of Southwest and Ryan Air for tips on how to launch her own.
VietJet took flight in 2011, and its early years—as Thao predicted—coincided with a 29% expansion of Vietnam's air transportation market. The airline turned a profit in just its second year and went public in Vietnam in February. With more than 35 million passengers, the carrier, even in its short lifespan, has made Thao the only female billionaire in all of Southeast Asia, with an estimated fortune of $1.6 billion.
A foreign listing would reflect Thao's goal to morph VietJet into "an international airline, not just a local one," and would be in step with her personal outlook: "I have always aimed big and done big deals."
By Claire Zillman - Fortune - May 31, 2017


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Last Saturday the long awaited Catwalk Fashion Show came to 601, bringing with it a plethora of diverse fashion brands as well as support for great causes. The most charitable of fashion shows, revelers could be happy knowing that 100% of the money raised went towards The Scottish Refugee Council, Save the Children and Families First, and what's more tickets themselves were at reasonable costs rather than the exorbitant prices that you can find at other fashion shows. With your tickets you get the usual goodie bag filled with messages from sponsors (although this time chocolate was involved) and available on site they were giving out pick'n'mix as well as selling a special Nardini's designed sorbet specially made for the night. All pretty impressive for an event that is usually written off because it's run by Charities Campaign and not super up itself like Don't Walk or FS.
It's undeniable that this year's event was brilliantly organised. Once the doors opened to the stage there was a smooth transition to the show itself without all of that frustrating waiting around that you usually have to suffer through. The event itself was sold out so I was surprised that the stage room seemed a little empty, however this just meant that everyone had a brilliant view of the stage. I also thought that the staging itself was really cool – as having the DJ on stage with the models made the night feel like a professional event rather than something student run. The visual effects throughout the night were really impressive and I loved that they had the names of the designers on the screens around the stage so that potential customers knew who to be interested in.
Now comes for the more critical part of the review: although, for the record, I really hate complaining about such a good cause. This year's theme was the slightly random and ambiguous concept of 'paradigm shift', something that doesn't really make sense and wasn't truly involved in the show beyond a giant light sign that says 'PARADIGM' at the back of the room. Furthermore, the thing I had the biggest problem with was the fashion itself. While the team had obviously strived to find as many interesting and up and coming designers as possible, there was almost no cohesion in the show itself. There were some designers I enjoyed: Sarah Murphy with her crisscross of tulle or Jack Crawford with his edgy t-shirt designs, but there were others I just didn't 'get' at all. Some of it looked professional but they would then be followed by not only something I didn't like, but something that was completely un-cohesive and unconnected. Brightly colored sportswear would be followed with muted ladies dresses and it just didn't work as a show. Maybe the focus should have been on creating a smoother line up rather than just fitting as many designers in as possible? Furthermore, the music of the show, particularly at the after party, didn't really seem to work together. It kind of felt like someone had just thrown a playlist together in the final moments of getting ready.
Overall it was a great night, definitely something I want to see again. While there were some improvements to be made, I think everyone involved can be really proud they threw a good night out for a worthy cause, representing experienced designers and up-and-comers alike.
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Darts are a popular game, usually found in bars and man caves. Of course, to play darts well, you need to use quality materials, including the best dart flights you can find. These pieces go on the end of the dart, adding stability, precision, and altering the speed and angle when the dart is thrown. Flights also come in a wide range of styles, so you can choose one that suits your personality, adding some creativity to your game.
When trying to decide which dart flights are right for you, there are a few features you should check out. One is the shape of the flight since this can affect the speed, angle, and weight of the dart. The materials used to make the flights also affects the performance as well as the durability. How many flights come in the package is also something to consider, especially if you're a bit rough on your darts. Dart flights also come in a wide variety of colors, patterns, and pictures so you can choose the style that best suits your personal taste.
Top 6 Dart Flight Sets Review 2020
With so many different types on the market, it may be hard to decide which ones are the best dart flights to improve your game. To help you choose, we spent countless hours checking out manufacturer information, looking at the features each set has to offer and reading hundreds of customer reviews. Then we created a comparison table, wrote up some in-depth product reviews, and even added in a buying guide at the end.
Made of durable and strong polyester, these flights will last for long also allowing for a choice between the ten designs includedRead Our Review
Featuring slim design and 100-micron thickness this option is fantastic for advanced players despite being the most affordable on the listRead Our Review
Standard nylon flights that come in a whopping 24 sets with no-duplicate designsRead Our Review
Plastic flights that come in a set of 3 in a package and are available in 29 vivid colors to choose fromRead Our Review
20 sets of durable polyester flights with various designs and excellent warranty conditionsRead Our Review
180 microns thick flights for incredible durability; available in 5 color optionsRead Our Review
Ignat Games 30pcs Dart Flights – Editor's Choice
- Shape: standard
- Material: polyester
- Number of flights: 10 sets (30 pcs)
- Colors: 10 no duplicate designs
More features: comes with 6 flight protectors; packed in a sturdy plastic case
There is a reason the Ignat Games 30pcs Dart Flights are the best quality dart flights around. They are made of PET material, which is thicker than some other types out there. This makes the flights more durable, resisting tears and damage, so they last longer than most other models available today.
This material does more than just hold the flight together. It also adds speed and reduces drag. This increases your accuracy and gives you a more consistent flight path with every shot.
There are ten sets of flights for a total of 30 pieces. These are packaged well, with the flights nicely separated for easy organization. This also keeps them intact since they aren't all jammed together in a bag. They all have the same standard shape and size of 38 mm2. Each set has its own unique look, too, so you can add a bit of creativity to your game.
Also included with the flights are six black plastic flight protectors, which protect the flight from incoming darts while you play. It also keeps the flights square, which improves the speed of each throw.
- Flight protectors included
- Decent price
- Durable materials
- Stylish designs
- None
Harrows Retina Black Dart Flights – Budget Pick
- Shape: slim
- Material: plastic
- Number of flights: 5 sets (15 pcs)
- Colors: black
More features: 100 microns thick; outer display is laminated, central is translucent
The Harrows Retina Black Dart Flights have been designed to give you a more durable piece that will also improve your game. These flights are 100 microns thick so they will be extra tough. It means that no matter how well you play or how often the flight gets hit by incoming darts, they will still hold up well.
The Retina flights are laminated on the outer display, which also adds to their strength and durability. This also gives them a nice shine, so they'll catch the eye of other players with every throw.
The central display is translucent, which increases your accuracy too so you will have a more consistent throw every time. This allows you to hit the dartboard wherever you like. The slim flight also makes it easier to group your shots without knocking off the others on the board.
There is only one color available in the Harrows Retina Black Dart Flights, which is black with a spotted pattern. This is a sleek, stylish look that will appeal to many dart players, so you may not even miss having other color options.
- Decent price
- Strong
- Sleek design
- Nice balance
- Only one color
L.E.D STEP Dart Flights – Best Dart Flights for Multiple Shapes
- Shape: standard
- Material: nylon
- Number of flights: 24 sets (72 pcs)
- Colors: 24 no duplicate designs
More features: suitable for steel tip darts
If you're looking for the best L.E.D. dart flights, this professional set designed for steel tip darts may be the right one for you. It includes 24 sets of 3 flights, so you get a total of 72 pieces in the bag.
These come in a variety of shapes so you can find the right set to suit your game. This means you can use the standard ones for stability and lift, the kite shapes for extra control, or the slim ones to keep your darts nice and light.
With so many options to choose from, you'll even have more than enough to share with your friends. They come with a low price tag as well, making them even more worth your while. There are also no duplicate designs in there, so you can change them up every day without repeating a pattern until you get through the whole set.
The L.E.D. flights are made of nylon, which is exceptionally durable. This means even if you're a beginner and your dart spends a bit too much time on the ground, the flights won't tear to shreds.
- Includes 24 sets
- Decent price
- Quality materials
- Multiple designs
- Shipped all mixed together in one bag
- May not come exactly as shown in the picture
Winmau Rhino Long Life Standard Extra Thick Dart Flights – Best Standard Dart Flights
- Shape: standard
- Material: plastic
- Number of flights: 3 sets (9 pcs)
- Colors: 29 to choose from
More features: extra thick; available in 10 and 3 random sets
The best dart flights to use should be made of sturdy, durable materials that will hold up well. These ones from Winmau Rhino are made of plastic, though they aren't the cheap, flimsy kind that will fall apart after only a few games.
These flights are thicker than the traditional ones, which means they will last for much longer. They may show some slight wear if you're using them every day but they will still maintain the proper shape and speed. The thicker material also helps them stick in the shaft rather than flying out with every throw. They can be used with multiple shaft types as well so you won't have to adjust your preferences to use them.
There are three sets of standard dart flights in the package, so you'll have one to play with and a couple of spares as well. You can also use them all at once, giving up to three players their own set to use. With multiple colors to choose from, you can pick your favorite one or choose a random pack and get a surprise when they arrive.
- Multiple color options
- Well made
- Durable
- Good weight
- May show some early wear with heavy use
- A bit pricey
Centaur PET Dart Flights – Best Dart Flights for Style Options
- Shape: standard
- Material: polyester
- Number of flights: 20 sets (60 pcs)
- Colors: 20 no duplicate designs
More features: 30-day money back guarantee; 12-month replacement warranty
If lots of flights in multiple patterns is what you're looking for, the Centaur PET Dart Flights may be the best dart flights to get. There are 20 sets in the package, each with its own unique design. There are multiple country flags, some fiery pieces, and even a few skulls thrown in for the daredevils in the group.
Each one of the flights is made of strong polyester material. These are thicker than some other dart flights so they can handle a bit of abuse without falling apart. This doesn't mean that they are the high quality you can expect from professional materials, but they are great for the more casual players who are just having a bit of fun.
Another benefit of the PET material is that it reduces the drag on your dart when you throw. This helps increase your speed and accuracy so you can land the dart exactly where you want it every time. These pieces also have a standard design, adding lift and stability rather than adding weight and throwing off your aim.
- Includes 20 sets
- Multiple colors and patterns
- Good price
- Decent materials
- Not professional quality
- Mixed together in clear plastic folder
Pentathlon X180 Super Thick Standard Dart Flights – Best Thick Dart Flights
- Shape: standard
- Material: not specified
- Number of flights: 5 sets (15 pcs)
- Colors: 5 to choose from (or all 5 in one set)
More features: 180 microns thick; not suitable for aluminum shafts
The X180s are the best dart flights from Pentathlon for a few reasons. The first, and likely most important, is that they are incredibly durable. This is because they are 180 microns thick, which is much thicker than the traditional flights on the market today. If your darts are getting hit regularly, or if you're a newbie bouncing them off the backboard and onto the floor, they won't fall apart after a few uses.
There is a downside to this thickness, though. They may not fit well in an aluminum shaft, requiring you to force them in place, which could cause some unwanted damage. They also add a bit too much weight to lighter shafts, weighing them down at the back and throwing off your aim. For these flights, heavier shafts will work much better.
The Pentathlon X180 flights come in five colors, including black, blue, red, clear, and white. You can choose a pack with your favorite color or buy one with one set of each to mix it up a bit while you play.
- Durable materials
- 5 color options
- Classic design
- 5 sets included
- Too thick and heavy for light or aluminum shafts
- Expensive
Buying Guide
Whether you play darts for fun or join professional tournaments, you need decent flights to get those projectiles to land where you want them. Of course, there are a few sizes and shapes to choose from, plus multiple patterns and colors to suit your personal tastes. Since the choices you make will affect your playing skill, be sure to check out all the features, so you know what to expect with your dart flights.
How do dart flights influence your play
Dart flights aren't just stylish pieces added to the shaft. They add stability as the dart flies. They divide the airflow going over the dart, keeping its flight path perfectly centralized. Just like dart shafts, the size, shape, and texture of dart flights also alter how the dart flies, affecting the speed, drag, and angle every time the dart is thrown.
Features to consider while choosing dart flights
So whether you need them for soft tip darts or steel tip darts for a bristle dartboard, when choosing new dart flights, there are a few features you should take into account before you pull out your wallet. This will ensure you are getting the flights you need to improve your skill as a player.
There are quite a few different flight shapes to choose from, each of which affects the dart's flight in a very specific way. The most common is the Standard shape, like the Ignat Games 30pcs Dart Flights, which adds stability while giving your dart great lift. These are awesome for heavier darts or for beginners who are just learning the game. They are also the best darts for short players who need to lob their darts to get them high enough to reach the board.
Kite dart flights give you more control over the dart, which is essential for those trying for close groupings. The Teardrop flights give your dart the maximum lift possible, allowing more precision when aiming for a specific spot. Lantern flights have the most stability, due to their aerodynamic shape. They have a heavier back, too, keeping the tail of the dart down.
Slim flights, such as the Harrows Retina Black Dart Flights, are a better option for those who are using lighter darts that require a harder throw. These smaller flights also reduce bounce-outs, plus keep damage to a minimum when you're getting some tight groupings. For those who tend to stick the darts in the board at an upward angle, a lighter back end may be in order, so a slimmer flight will keep the dart straighter.
The last dart shape is the No. 6, which is a six-sided flight. These are similar to the standard ones, though they are a bit narrower at the top end. They are also a bit more forgiving for those who are just learning the game, though pros may also favor the stability.
The material used to make the dart flights affects weight and durability. Nylon flights, like the L.E.D STEP Dart Flights, are very hard to tear, making them the most durable type there is. Polyester is also quite strong, so flights made with it should last a decent amount of time.
Some darts are made of plastic, which is more flexible. They are usually glued together, so if they should tear, you may be able to fix it by pressing the back together, assuming the glue is still a bit sticky. These also have a bit of flex to them, which is essential if they are hit with an incoming dart.
Number of sets included
The best adult dart flights come with a wide selection of sets in the package. There is a very simple reason for this, which is the fact that no dart flight will last forever. Even if you buy the best dart flight ever made, it will eventually wear out or tear, needing replacement.
Another reason you may want multiple sets is to play with other people. If you have a dart board at home, you can give each of your guests their own darts, flights included, keeping everyone's separate. You can even choose a set like the L.E.D STEP Dart Flights, which comes with a variety of shapes for you and your buddies to choose from.
Colors available/designs included in the pack
Different colors and patterns suit different people. Some like basic colors while others prefer flashy ones. The more styles you have to choose from when buying a flight, the more chance you have of getting the one you like and want to show off.
Like the material, the thickness of a dart flight affects its durability. Some darts are quite thin at 75 microns, which keeps them nice and cheap, but they aren't the strongest out there. Flights at 100 microns are the most common choice for dart players since they have good durability without adding too much to the price. The best thickness is 150 microns because it adds durability and stability to the dart, so you throw better and your flights last longer.
Extra features
All of the features we've described above are the main ones to focus on but there are a few extras you should check out. A storage case is one of them, to keep your flights nice and organized. Some flights work best with different shafts, so be sure to look at which ones are recommended to ensure you're at the top of your game.
The warranty is also important, so you aren't stuck with faulty flights. For instance, the Centaur PET Dart Flights have a 30-day money back guarantee, plus includes 12 months of replacement, so you have more than enough time to test them out. Good customer support is a must, especially with warranty claims or missing flights.
When it comes to different flight shapes, you need to consider the shaft you're using and the type of throw you have. Do you tend to lob your darts or throw them hard and fast? Are you using steel tips or plastic darts? Are you a beginner just learning the game or a pro trying to achieve tight groupings and high scores? Figure out what you need in a flight and choose the right one to meet your needs.
This depends on a few factors. One is the thickness of the flights since thicker ones won't be damaged as quickly. Another is the frequency of your playing. If you play for a few hours every day, you may go through a set of flights every week, while more casual players could make one set last for months. Material is also something to consider, as nylon or polyester is a higher quality material than plastic, increasing the flight's durability.
It is true that the thicker flights do last longer than thinner ones. They also add stability, so they can also help improve your game. You don't need to worry about the extra weight making the dart heavier at the back so you can use a stronger flight without affecting your throw.
Our Verdict
The best dart flights will give you the stability and accuracy you need to play the game like a pro. There are a ton of great flights out there but some of them have a bit more to offer.
The Ignat Games 30pcs Dart Flights are our top pick. There are ten sets of thick, durable polyester flights included, all securely packaged. They are decently priced, with a variety of stylish patterns, plus come with six flight protectors.
Our Budget Pick is the Harrows Retina Black Dart Flights, which includes five sets of slim flights. These are 100 microns thick, with a laminated outer display for strength and a translucent inner display for accuracy.
The L.E.D STEP Dart Flights come with 24 sets of durable nylon flights. Multiple shapes and a wide variety of colors, with no duplicates are included in the package.


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The Royal Ascot Horse Racing Event
Even if you know next to nothing about horse racing, there are some a few events and races that you have almost certainly heard of. One of them is the world famous Royal Ascot race meeting held every year. This is a highlight of the sporting year and something well worth looking out for.
The History
How long has this horse racing event been part of the annual calendar? The answer is that it has been around for an incredibly long time. In fact the Royal Ascot race meeting can be traced all the way back to 1711. In this year it was started up by Queen Anne and it has retained a strong Royal connection ever since then. The Royals who attend this attend usually arrive in a horse-drawn carriage, as part of a Royal procession to kick off the event. The 2015 event is scheduled to run from Tuesday the 16th of June through to Saturday the 20th of the same month.
How to Attend
It is possible to go to this horse event even if you aren't a member of the monarchy. However, getting into the highly sought after Royal Enclosure is a tricky business. As the name suggests this is where the visiting Royals watch the action from. If you want to get in there you need to apply for membership and be supported by someone who has been going there for at least the last 4 years. During Royal Ascot week more than 300,000 visitors attend, making it one of the best attended horse racing events around.
The Dress Code
Of course, the dress code and the clothes worn at Royal Ascot are almost as famous as the races themselves. Women need to wear a day dress and hat. There are strict rules in place about the style and length of the dresses they can wear. They also need to avoid showing bare midriffs. As for the men, they need to turn up wearing black or grey morning dress with a top hat. For many people, a large part of the appeal of this event is the socialising aspect. It is also seen as a chance to show off new fashion trends and look good in front of a huge global audience.
The Races
While it may sometimes seem as though the dress code and the Royal presence are the most important things here, the races are equally exciting. There are 16 different races held over the 5 days. Perhaps the most famous of them all is the Gold Cup, which takes place on Ladies' Day on the Thursday. Currently, it is Britain's most valuable race meeting, with over £5.5 million in prize money up for grabs.
Following it from Home
You can also choose to follow the Royal Meeting at Ascot from home and bet if you prefer. This can be done on the TV or by following the action on a mobile device. This means that you can enjoy the action even if you don't get a Royal invitation and don't own any hats.


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LCDZ To Host Ice Cream Social
Chamber of Commerce President and La Casa General Manager Patrick Sampson confirms that La Casa del Zorro Resort and Spa will host the Chamber's first Summer Ice Cream Social Thursday Aug. 22 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. "I would like to extend an invitation to all Borrego... — Updated 8/19/2019
A "Free Spirit" Comes to Borrego
Making others laugh, or smile, or otherwise have a fun time is as old as Ancient Egypt, where 5,000 years ago African pygmies amused Pharohs and Royal Families. Closer to home, and time, "Free Spirit the Clown" has 17 years of... — Updated 8/19/2019
Valery McElroy and the Flames
Enjoy your dinner with poolside live entertainment of Valery McElroy and the Flames at the Fox Den Bar at La Casa Del Zorro, Saturday July 27 from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. There is no cover charge. For more information, call 760-767-0100.... — Updated 7/22/2019
SDG&E Rates and Information
With the summer temperatures on the rise, so can your electricity bill. Ask some much needed questions or get some information at the San Diego and Electric Rates and Information Forum, held Tuesday July 16, 10 a.m. in the Borrego Springs Library Conference Roo... — Updated 7/14/2019
ABDSP: Annual Bighorn Sheep Count
Be a part of the 49th Annual Bighorn Sheep Count at the Anza-Borrego Desert State Park. Counters will be stationed at various locations around the park. The count is for three days beginning Friday July 5, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., then Saturday July 6, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday July... — Updated 6/21/2019
Rummage Sale and Breakfast in Ranchita
The Board of Directors for the evolving Montezuma Valley Volunteer Fire Department is holding a community rummage sake and breakfast Saturday June 8, at the field next to the station. The breakfast will be from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m., but you can show up a little early to display your... — Updated 6/3/2019
ABDSP: Petals, Leaves & Pollen
Join Park Interpretive Specialist Regina Reiter in the Visitor Center Garden for an imaginative and satisfying exploration of flowers and how to put names to all those confusing blooms. No nomenclature expertise is needed! Meet in front of the Visitor Center Sunday May 26. It... — Updated 5/23/2019
Full Moon Walk: South Palm Wash
Experience the unique and serene beauty of moonlight on the canyon walls, taking an easy 1.5-mile walk through South Palm Wash with leader Mike McElhatton, ABDNHA Education Director on Saturday May 18 from 7:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. Space is limited to 22 people. No charge; Call the... — Updated 5/15/2019
AL Breakfast for BSHS Golf Team
Support the Borrego Springs High School golf team at the pancake breakfast fundraiser, Saturday May 19 from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. The breakfast will be held at the American Legion Post 853. $7 ticket donation, tickets available on the day. For more information, contact Andrea Taylor... — Updated 5/15/2019
NAI Certified Interpretive Host Workshop
Don't miss the National Association for Interpretation Certified Interpretive Host Workshop, Saturday May 4, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The second workshop will be Saturday May 11, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The workshop is open to anyone age 16 and over living and working in Borrego Springs with... — Updated 5/1/2019
Sundowner at La Casa Del Zorro
The season of Sundowners have come to a close. Make sure you attend the last one of the season Friday May 17, 5 p.m., held at La Casa Del Zorro. Non-members are $10, members are free. For more information, contact the Chamber at 760-767-5555.... — Updated 5/1/2019
BSPAC: Dance Recital
Join the Borrego Springs Performing Arts Center for an evening filled with delightful performances from talented local dancers of all ages Saturday April 27, 7:30 p.m. This is a free event, donations will be accepted at the door.... — Updated 4/22/2019
Library: Spring Egg Hunt
Join in on the fun and take your children to hunt for eggs in the Children's Area of the Borrego Springs Library, 2580 Country Club Road. The fun begins Saturday April 20, 11 a.m.... — Updated 4/19/2019
Sundowner at Desert Pantry/CVB
Don't miss the next Sundowner, sponsored by the Desert Pantry and Community Valley Bank at The Mall Friday April 19, 5 p.m. There will be food, drinks and a raffle. Non-members are $10, members are free. For more information, contact the chamber at 760-767-55... — Updated 4/17/2019
Fire Extinguisher Day
The Borrego Springs Fire Department's fire extinguisher day will be held Tuesday April 16. You can drop off your fire extinguisher at 8:30 a.m. and pick it up at 3:30 p.m., or you can wait between those times if you'd like. It is $9.50 each, cash or check is accepted. There... — Updated 4/11/2019
Alice Wallace Band, Free Concert
Go sit back and relax at The Springs at Borrego for the Borrego Springs Community Concert Association's annual free concert Sunday April 7, 5 p.m. This year's free concert will feature recently named Female Vocalist of the Year in the California Country Awards Alice Wallace.... — Updated 4/3/2019
Avery Candlewood Festival
The Under the Sun Foundation is launching its first edition of the Candlewood Arts Festival March 29 – 31. The festival is the first project by the non-profit organization inspired by the work of Dennis Avery. Locals and visitors will have the chance to see and understand the... — Updated 3/15/2019
Poppy Tea Party
The American Legion Auxiliary Unit 853 will be hosting the 5th Annual Auxiliary Poppy High Tea Party. This event will be at the American Legion Post 853 Sunday March 24 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. There will be a door prize, and a prize for the best decorated table. The afternoon will... — Updated 3/15/2019
Botany Society Lecture
The Botany Society monthly lecture will be Monday March 11, 10 a.m. President Don Rideout will discuss his research on the desert lily. Meet in the Visitor Center Discovery Lab. The public is welcome.... — Updated 3/12/2019
Borrego Desert Garden Tour 2019
Don't miss your chance to tour the many wonderful gardens at the homes of Borrego residents Saturday March 16 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tickets are $30; members $20; volunteers $18. For more information, contact ABDNHA at 760-767-3098.... — Updated 3/12/2019
Amazing Desert Plant Adaptations
Come join botanist Kate Harper and be amazed at how desert plants survive here in a land of extreme aridity and high temperatures. She will present a lecture on Desert Plant Adaptations in the ABDNHA Library Saturday March 9, 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., followed by a field trip the... — Updated 3/5/2019
Friends of the Library Book Sale
Head on over and show your support to our local library for the Friends of the Library book sale. There will be a wide selection of fiction, non-fiction, science fiction (including Star Wars), children's books and movie DVD's. Sale will be Saturday March 9 from 9:30 a.m. to... — Updated 3/5/2019
Third Annual Park-Wide Garage Sale
Drive around the RoadRunner Club for a fun day shopping, as they host their third annual park-wide garage sale Saturday Feb. 16 from 8 a.m. until noon. Residents will have their sale items available on their individual sites.... — Updated 2/12/2019
Food Bank at St. Barnabas
The food bank will be held at St. Barnabas Church Friday Feb. 15 from noon to 4 p.m., not the usual Monday due to the President's Day holiday.... — Updated 2/12/2019
Front Porch Review Tickets
Join ABF for the third installment of the Front Porch Review – A musical celebration starring Borrego's own super talented performers Feb. 9, 10 and 11. Guaranteed a good time, all in the name of raising funds for Anza-Borrego Foundation to continue fulfilling its mission.... — Updated 2/4/2019


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The time has come to get married and you are set with planning a wedding. It is a serious deal because you have a lot to plan for. You have to get out all the invitations and you need to make the event be all that it can be and more. You will need a good place for the wedding first and foremost so you will need to find a spot with some really nice appeal to it, right?
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RecipeSlow Cooker Chicken and Black Bean Chili
- Calories: 213
- Protein: 32 g
- Total Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 72 mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 18 g
- Dietary Fiber: 5 g
- Total Sugar: 4 g
- Natural Sugar: 4 g
- Added Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 665 mg
This slow cooker chili is incredibly tasty on its own, but it also makes a delicious filling for enchiladas and tacos, too. You can even spoon it over a platter of whole grain tortilla chips to create a health-ified rendition of "loaded nachos."
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- 1½ cups reduced-sodium broth
- 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed*
- 1 can (15 ounces) kidney beans, drained and rinsed*
- 1 cup corn (fresh or frozen)
- 1 large red bell pepper, finely diced (about 1 cup)
- 1 can (14½ ounces) diced tomatoes
- 1 generous teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- ¼ to ½ cup chopped cilantro for garnish
- ¼ to ½ cup sliced scallions for garnish
In a slow cooker, combine broth, black beans, kidney beans, corn, bell pepper, tomatoes, cumin, chili powder, oregano, salt, and pepper and stir to combine. Add chicken. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours.
Once done cooking, carefully "shred" the chicken using two forks. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with cilantro and scallions if desired.
*Rinse in a colander under cold running water to remove as much salt as possible. Alternatively, you can also look for low-sodium brands.
For a new spin on classic chili, try my Pumpkin Turkey Chili.


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Children's Portrait Session
My first day back to work after being in the South Pacific started off with this sweet little girl. Yes, she was a little stingy with her smiles and definitely made me work for the ones we got, but she was still so happy and did such a good job for her 4 month portraits. I love these sweet moments that we were able to capture of her!


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Another great gift idea for the jewelrymaker is a class, especially one they can take whatever time of the day they want at home online. You'll find some great classes at Beaducation!
The newest classes are Gail Crosman-Moore's Felted Treasure Pouch and Felted Acorn Earrings, which are both stunningly gorgeous! There are lots more great wirework, beadwork and metalwork classes up for you to choose from as well. They have a great shop of supplies too!
In addition, they have some great freebie classes too! Kate Richbourg's Annealing Metal and Sawing Metal (both FREE) are the two newest ones, so check them out and learn new ways to work with metal.


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NICU; when you hear this word you don't realise what it means, unless you or somebody close to you has lived it.
Baby Lucia took us three long years of trying. My husband Thierry, now 55, and I met when I was 28, and neither of us particularly wanted to get married or have children, but we soon saw how things could change. Fast-forward a year and we were married; we'd realised we were soulmates and we both knew we wanted to create a little human, someone who would be part of both of us. By the time I finally fell pregnant, we were both desperate for a baby.
When I first discovered I was pregnant, I was a little scared; Thierry has children from a previous marriage, but for me, everything was new. Happily the first few weeks of my pregnancy were a breeze. I had no sickness, no discomfort, I could still exercise. I began creating my own calendar with a picture for every month that passed.
I wanted to know from the start if I was having a boy or a girl. Thierry didn't care, as long as our baby was healthy. We discovered we were expecting a baby girl. Towards the 25-week mark the Dubai summer began to confine me indoors, so I began a project; I bought a second-hand sewing machine and started creating things for my daughter. I made soft toys, a large play mat, some bibs; I wanted her to have everything personalised and made for her by her mother.
All the preparations, the baby room Thierry and I decorated, the toys and play mats and bibs I made… Lucia didn't get to use any of those.
Thierry and I prepared for her arrival. We decorated what had been our guest room as her nursery, with a sun on the ceiling and glow-in-the-dark stars for night-time, and we painted huge artworks for her room.
At a check-up around this time, my obstetrician told me our baby didn't have enough amniotic fluid in my womb. I wasn't too worried; I drank even more water, and on our next visit everything was fine.
I had another appointment at just past 29 weeks and again, everything was fine. But the next morning, without warning, I woke up to find I was losing fluid. I'd read online that many women experience the same thing, so again I wasn't too worried. Later that morning, though, when I stood up to get out of bed, I felt liquid leaking again. Thierry was still sleeping. Just in case, I sent my doctor a message to ask her advice.
She told me to go straight to the emergency room, so I woke Thierry and we rushed to the hospital, the facility we'd chosen for our delivery and where we were meant to start antenatal classes in 15 days.
Doctors in the emergency room confirmed I was indeed leaking amniotic fluid, but they monitored our baby and she seemed fine. They said I'd need to stay in hospital so they could run some more tests, and that I'd need bed rest when I got home.
I wasn't scared; in fact, I was so relaxed, I sent Thierry home to get some rest. But everything changed at 6am the next day. The monitor keeping track of our baby indicated she was in distress, and the nurses told me she'd need to be delivered straight away. Finally, I began to panic.
Thierry didn't answer his phone. My parents were in the States, my brother was in France… I felt utterly alone. But I didn't have a chance to feel like this for long, as I was being rushed to the operating theatre – still on the phone, frantically trying to get in touch with my parents to get them to keep calling Thierry. A million other things were going through my head. My baby wasn't ready to be delivered! It was too soon; would she make it? Was she even still moving in there? Where were the nurses telling me to go? What was I meant to be doing?
When I was being wheeled into the OT, it was 6.15 in the morning and I was 29 weeks and four days pregnant. That moment is going to be etched in my mind forever. Doctors took five attempts to get an epidural into my spine. I didn't feel a thing. I was already in premature-mum mode, without even knowing it; my baby came first, and I didn't care about anything that happened to me. Pain didn't matter, nothing mattered. I just needed the doctors to save her.
Finally the epidural was in place and the surgeon came in. Only minutes later my baby was out; I felt tugging as she was pulled from me, then nothing. I stared at the corner of the room where I knew doctors were with her and I waited for her to cry. Three minutes – that felt like three hours – later, she cried. But of course, she was rushed off to NICU. I was left in theatre, not even having seen my baby daughter. It felt unreal.
Despite the mad panic and Lucia's emergency delivery, doctors reassured me she was fine. I shouldn't panic; she had cried, and she was alive, and – as Thierry had arrived – her dad was with her. So although I was desperate to see her and to touch her, there was little else I could do but allow myself to be wheeled back to my room to rest.
As soon as I was back in the room, I began frantically sending messages to my worried family and waited for Thierry to come and tell me how Lucia was doing. It's all a blur now, and I can't remember if he looked worried, but I recall him telling me she was beautiful but tiny. That he hadn't been able to touch her, as she was in an incubator with goggles and tubes. But he was absolutely sure she was OK. She'd weighed 1.5kg, which was huge for a premature baby of her gestation.
Around 2pm, doctors told me I could see Lucia as soon as I felt better. They looked surprised when I told them: 'now'. I'd only had the C-section early that morning, but I couldn't wait.
Beeping machines, alarms, and an odd silence within that world – that was life in NICU, the traumatic life my little girl and I lived for weeks.
I was wheeled into NICU to see my beautiful baby daughter and that's when I first felt real fear. I couldn't hold her, I couldn't touch her, the pain from the surgery was increasing, hormones were kicking in… I broke down and sobbed for my baby girl. The incubator was surrounded by all these crazy machines, beeping and blinking, alarms going off everywhere and nobody to explain what they were. Should you panic or not? There were other babies in incubators, other mums sitting with them, but nobody was talking to each other. It was a silent world within a world, with only the noise of the beeps and alarms. Again, I felt totally and utterly alone.
My beautiful baby girl was a little astronaut. She had a blue light over her – luminotherapy, they called it – for jaundice, and had IV tubes in her arm and goggles to protect her eyes.
When you're going through those first few hours in NICU, you don't realise you're already grieving. Grieving your perfect, normal baby; grieving the joys of antenatal classes; grieving the joy of having your baby in your arms. But those thoughts come later.
After an hour of sitting with Lucia, the pain from the surgery became too much to bear and I had to go back to my room. I desperately needed to do something useful, something to help my daughter. I asked about breastfeeding, and learned about expressing milk manually so she could be fed those precious few drops of colostrum by syringe.
Nurses had told me the sooner I walked the better for my recovery, so just two hours later I was up on my feet and walking – or rather, wobbling – back to NICU. Nurses soon began to refer to me as 'the mum who didn't look like she'd had a section'.
I was over the moon when eight hours after Lucia was born nurses told me I could touch my daughter. She finally felt real. I was still worried, but I was relieved; Lucia was alive, and she was being well taken care of. That's what mattered the most.
I took a moment to look around the NICU. It appeared very well equipped, and the nurses seemed to know exactly what they were doing; very professional, but gentle at the same time. I'd find out later, from asking for second opinions abroad, they were doing everything perfectly.
I spent the rest of the afternoon walking backwards and forwards between my hospital bed and NICU, laughing at the nurses' faces each time they saw me wobble past. Thierry stayed until 6pm, then quickly dashed home to pack up some essentials. Of course, we hadn't even packed a hospital bag so we had nothing ready. When he returned I finally got to change into pyjamas and look slightly more decent for my wanders through the hospital. I went to see Lucia at every chance I got, with the nurses chasing me and telling me I needed to rest. We saw the neonatologist at 8am the next day. He said Lucia would have to have a range of tests to check if everything was fine, and she'd need to stay in NICU for around eight weeks. We were still scared, but we were reassured everything would be OK. How presumptuous of us.
Two short days later, after X-rays and an ultrasound, we discovered Lucia had a grade 4 intra-ventricular haemorrhage (IVH), or a bleed in her brain. Grade 4 is the most serious of all brain bleeds. Doctors tried to comfort us, telling us that with babies' brains there was no way of knowing if IVHs would resolve themselves, and we just had to wait and see what degree of neurological damage our daughter might have.
I carried on with my mission, the one thing I could do to help; I pumped milk for my daughter. Every three hours, while I spent my days sitting by Lucia's incubator. And I began writing down all the data I could find. Temperature of the incubator, level of the vent, weight decrease or increase, growth, medicines, everything.
Five days after Lucia was born, I was discharged from hospital. Going home without her was an absolute nightmare; I almost felt as though I hadn't had a baby. I still needed to pump every three hours, I still needed my C-section wound cleaned and dressed, but I didn't have a baby to take care of. So I decided to try and do something useful. Nurses had told us we could bring covers to put on top of the incubator and linens for inside, but we'd need to label them so they didn't get lost. So out came the sewing machine and I stitched Lucia's name on every linen I'd bought.
The next few days were pure hell. Instead of resolving itself, the bleed on Lucia's brain worsened, destroying her brain cells. She began having seizures, developed an infection – meningitis – and was moved to an isolation room for a week.
Life in NICU is like a bubble, a time warp. You put your life to one side and go in every single day from 8.30am to 6.30pm. My mum arrived to support me, which was a tremendous help as Thierry had to go back to work soon after Lucia was born.
She lived for only 51 days, but somehow I knew I needed to help Lucia make her mark on the world. That thought helped me carry on.
When Lucia returned from isolation, doctors were very realistic. Had she been delivered in France, they would have helped let her go; she was in pain, and on the severity spectrum of neurological damage she was considered a worst-case scenario with no motor or neurological skills. We were simply devastated. All we could do was be there for her. Gently change her diaper every two hours, hold the syringe with milk above her head as she was fed by a tube. I got to hold my daughter – skin to skin – for just one hour, 10 times during the 51 days she was in NICU. Those were the most magical moments of my life; at last, I felt like a mother.
We knew for 20 days before Lucia died that it was going to happen and that was sheer torture. It was the single most inhumane feeling we have ever experienced. We knew she was going to die yet she was still there, looking at us, growing every day in front of us. She had been in pain most of her cruelly short life and we, her parents, had not been able to help her.
Our baby girl Lucia's tiny, tiny body finally gave up the fight at 7pm on November 15, 2015. Her brain bleed had simply been too severe, the damage simply too extensive, for her to survive. To say we were heartbroken is just inadequate.
Coming home without her was horrific. Coming home to her room was horrific. We felt empty. I had a scar reminding me, every time I saw it, we had lost our baby. For a few days, I stayed in my pyjamas and watched endless episodes of box sets. But a week after she died, I realised I needed Lucia's life to matter. She only lived for 51 days, but I needed her to make her mark on the world. This realisation got me up out of bed and active again.
I decided I'd use my experience to help other mums going through the hell that is NICU, in the way I'd so badly needed to be helped; I began writing a guide to NICU (visit nicudubai.com). It was unbearably hard to write, but knowing I'd be helping other parents kept me going. I guess you could call it my own personal therapy. Helping others had got me through the darkest days in NICU, and it got me through Lucia's death.
My only advice to parents living our tragedy is to find something to do to take your mind off your loss. Find a project, find a purpose. Even with this, the pain will never go away; it hits me often, and it's hard to do certain things now – going to malls and seeing pregnant women or mums with strollers, or walking past shops with baby clothes. Pain is an everyday part of my life, but I'm getting there slowly. I won't ever be the same and Lucia will never be forgotten.
Around a month after Lucia was born, doctors told me I had a lazy cervix and that was likely why I began leaking amniotic fluid, resulting in Lucia becoming distressed and having to be born so early. We don't know why this wasn't discovered beforehand. But now that we know, Thierry and I want to try for another baby. Yes, we'll be scared, but we know there's a perfectly safe procedure – a cervical stitch – that can be performed at 13 weeks that should mean we'll get to full term and deliver normally. We're hopeful we will be parents again soon.
When Lucia was cremated in France, she left no ashes; she had been too tiny. But her impact on the world, through our guide to NICU, will be far greater. Her little life wasn't in vain.


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Senior Executive with extensive experience building and managing departments and businesses. My experience includes working in in start-up environments, as well as large public companies. My roles have encompassed a wide range of responsibilities including management, marketing, client service, operations and compliance. My objective in all of my roles has been to unite people and different departmental functions to drive a common goal forward. Although my experience is broad, the collective theme of when I am happiest is when I am working with people.
I believe I demonstrate strong leadership skills and have a desire to lead and motivate teams to achieve firm wide goals. I have extensive experience including launching organizations and products, creating and managing compliance programs and policies, and heading marketing and client service functions. It also includes creating and managing all broker dealer networks, financial adviser and RIA distribution relationships.
Throughout my entire career, I am most grateful for working with and learning from so many bright people with varying backgrounds and knowledge. The unpredictable nature of working across multiple functions with diverse people keeps me on my toes and my passion for work alive!


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When is San Diego Comic-Con 2018? Full guide to panels, celebrity guests and more
It's one of the biggest events in the pop culture calendar – check out all the dates, times and key movie and TV panels here
San Diego Comic-Con 2018 is almost upon us, and you know what that means – all sorts of confusing, exciting and VERY geeky information flooding the internet as the biggest franchises in the world show off what they've got coming up.
Check out our guide below to navigating the weird and wonderful world of SDCC from the comfort of your own home, and remember – just because you're not there doesn't mean you can't enjoy the trailers, secrets and new announcements as and when they're released.
- From Doctor Who to Aquaman – the San Diego Comic-con panels not to miss
- When is Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald released?
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When is San Diego Comic-con 2018?
The convention takes place from Wednesday 18th to Sunday 22nd July, though there's very little going on the first day and things don't officially kick off until Thursday.
Where is San Diego Comic-con?
Appropriately, the 2018 convention is being held in the San Diego convention centre.
Which films will be there?
Many big movie franchises will be showing off their upcoming projects during panels, including Aquaman, Fantastic Beasts: The Crime of Grindelwald, Wonder Woman 1984, Venom,Transformer spin-off Bumblebee and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.
You can see a full schedule for the film-related panels here.
Which TV shows will be there?
Doctor Who will have a big panel in Hall H on the first official day of the convention (Thursday 19 July), and other TV series making an appearance during the weekend include Marvel's Iron Fist, Better Call Saul, Star Trek: Discovery, Brooklyn Nine-Nine, Supernatural and A Discovery of Witches among many others.
There'll also be anniversary panels for TV shows like Star Wars: The Clone Wars and Breaking Bad – check out the full schedule for the TV-related panels here.
What franchises WON'T be coming?
While Marvel do have a 10-year anniversary panel on the cards, they won't be filling in their usually highly anticipated Hall H presentation, with the studio preferring to keep upcoming films Captain Marvel and Avengers 4 under wraps.
On the TV side, HBO's Game of Thrones and Westworld are both sitting out as well, keeping fans guessing until later announcements.
What is Hall H?
There are various venues and rooms with in the convention centre, and Hall H is simply the largest. That's why the biggest and most exciting panels tend to be held there – there's more room for everyone who wants to come and see them.
What's the time difference between San Diego and the UK?
There's an eight-hour time difference between San Diego and the UK, so if you're following along at home you might have more luck with the mid-morning panels (like Doctor Who on Thursday) which take place during early evening BST.
To find out what time any panel is on in UK time, you can check out our in-depth guide.
Can I watch San Diego Comic-con online via a live stream?
Probably not, we're afraid. Unlike other conventions like New York Comic-Con, SDCC doesn't usually have any official streams and they've seriously cracked down on anyone trying a DIY approach, so you'll probably just have to follow the action on social media.
Alternatively, keep an eye on RadioTimes.com, as we'll be following all the big news from the convention.


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I've been trying to figure this one out for a couple weeks, How to have a dragable movie trigger specific actions? (pg 189 flash manual) How do I "examine the _droptarget property"? I tried
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