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It's giveaway time! I'm giving away 3 custom sketches – on a topic of your choice (within reason), mailed to your door, or, if you have a favourite piece of art in my gallery or like one of my comics, you can request the original lineart or an original page! I can't promise it'll be something I'm willing to part with, but chances are good, so ask away!
Additionally, I will mail envelopes off to 5 extra people with a few goodies in – some miniprints, stickers or badges! (Sketch winners will get these too)
Three ways to enter (or you can do more than one for an extra entry!):
Twitter: Follow @sallythompson on twitter and tweet this post (or RT one of my tweets about it). Be sure to mention @sallythompson in the tweet so I spot it!
FB: Like Sally Jane Thompson and share this post on FB (drop me a comment here or on the FB page to let me know you have! 🙂
Blog: Comment here with a link to a piece of art (in the gallery, on the blog, etc) which you'd like to see as a print or merchandise (you can follow the blog by RSS too if you're feeling nice! 🙂
I'll leave this up for a week, and pick winners at random on Sun 19th Feb!
Simples! And while we're on the shameless self-promotion bandwagon, don't forget you can buy copies of From and Candy Bag, a well as other goodies, in my Etsy shop (will be adding more listings in the next few days), or if you don't have Etsy just drop me a line via the contact page 🙂
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Hey guys, thanks so much for the RTs, Likes and merch feedback!
All the winners have Twitter accounts, but I promise that's not a purposeful bias, Facebookers!
@iamchriswright, @hollyphotobooth and @kradlum have won custom sketches or original lineart! Yay! Get in touch with your addresses, and let me know what you'd like! You can pick a sketch topic of choice, or feel free to ask about the original art of any of my work online that you like, in case it's available and I'm willing to part with it! 🙂
@littlegamgee, @sheriffstocky, @thatnattherat, @debbiecooper and @lovelylee_g have all won some extra goodies, so send over your addresses and I'll pop those in the post! 🙂
Thanks again guys! Will do this again sometime ^_~


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App of the Day: Ballistic SE
Grid grief.
The human immune system is one mad marvel. It monitors our physical well-being through a series of rigid precautionary and at-the-ready defence systems. It's governed by an army of cellular bodies carrying out their respective duties, in order to repel invasion from hostile viral and bacterial agents.
With that in mind it's no stretch to imagine your role in Ballistic SE as that of a renegade code hacker who must break into a totalitarian empire's sophisticated online immune system. You are a single invading aggressor in a wild, Gibson-esque digital grid; a lone orb versus a seemingly never-ending barrage of swarming enemy sentries. You'll want to take down as many as possible - it's just the staying alive part that isn't easy.
Viewing Ballistic as a sort of digital ecosystem under attack (you can still pretend you're Neuromancer's Case or Neo if you feel the need to justify your assault) may seem like an odd comparison, but it makes sense when you see this dual-stick shooter in action. Since each level's set number of enemies can be cleared in a matter of minutes, you'll quickly learn to tell the behavioural characteristics inherent to each of your colour-coded opponents.
As in biology, some unit types hunt in packs, relentlessly surrounding you in large clusters that become increasingly difficult to shake. Some operate in a more chaotic fashion and have an overtly aggressive demeanour.
Still others are bigger and harder to break than the majority of their one-hit-kill brethren, surrounding themselves with barriers or tagging your position for homing shots. The further your progress, the more malicious the combination of spherical troops you'll be facing off against. They'll attack quicker and in greater numbers, too. Matters can be further complicated in the game's extra mission modes.
It's a good thing you're armed with Ballistic's namesake special attack, supplying a much-needed rechargeable bullet-time effect that allows your shots to ricochet off walls. It's at the forefront of several gameplay enhancements you'll insatiably hunger for.
Bucking traditional on-screen power-ups, enhancement points earned with progress can be spent on a number of offensive and defensive abilities, and goodness will you need them. The nuanced difficulty curve ramps up in a hurry, making upgrades like homing bullets and rapid-fire a must. Alternatively, if you're a masochist, you can spend your points on support characteristics instead.
Sheer panic will probably prevent such rash actions for long. There's a wonderful breakneck tension that builds over time, and not only because lives are stressfully rationed out at milestones achieved with score multipliers.
Luckily you don't have to start from scratch every time you continue. Enhancement points earned can be re-allocated as you see fit while you can unlock higher levels to start from, possibly the only way to reach 60 or 70 stages deep with so few lives.
No matter. When your tiny stream of bullets is facing down a swelling horde of killer marbles more than half the screen wide (and often flanking you from multiple angles), you'll see how such an innocuous-looking game can simultaneously strike a balance between addiction and terror. The next time you catch a virus you might even think twice.
App of the Day highlights interesting games we're playing on the Android, iPad, iPhone and Windows Phone 7 mobile platforms, including post-release updates. If you want to see a particular app featured, drop us a line or suggest it in the comments.

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A sign outside the now vacant Santoni's Super Market in Highlandtown says Gmart International Foods, a six-store chain with two Maryland locations, is coming soon.
But the shopping center's landlord said late Monday that no lease has yet been signed, and the company is negotiating with four or five grocers that are interested in moving in.
"We've had a lot of interest and narrowed the list to four or five," including national and regional chains and smaller operators, said Michael Jacoby, CEO of Bethesda-based Broad Street Realty, which is leasing the space. The shopping center is owned by a group controlled by principals of Broad Street.
Santoni's had 12 years left on its lease on the 26,000-square-foot space when it closed in October, Jacoby said.
"It's a mess, but the real estate is an excellent location, and we're optimistic because there is such good interest," he said.
When asked about the Gmart sign, Jacoby said perhaps the chain hoped to discourage competition.
"We haven't signed a lease with anyone," but hope to by the end of the month, he said.
The center also has a Rite Aid and Dollar Tree and a Subway will open soon.
Santoni's owner Rob N. Santoni Jr. had said the bottle tax passed last year by Baltimore City had hurt his longtime business.
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One need, one app!
One need, one app!
Odoo has never been more agile!
Modoolated to your uniqueness!
Scrum is a Agile management framework for incremental product development using one or more cross-functional, self-organizing teams. It provides a structure of roles, meetings, rules, and artifacts. Teams are responsible for creating and adapting their processes within this framework. Scrum uses fixed-length iterations, called Sprints, which are typically 1-2 weeks long (never more than 30 days). Scrum teams attempt to build a potentially shippable (properly tested) product increment every iteration.


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Chronicle of Higher Education (05/21/13) Jeffery R. Young
EdX announced that 15 additional universities have agreed to offer free massive open online courses, bringing the total membership to 27 institutions. The new partners include five universities in the United States, six in Asia, three in Europe, and one in Australia. EdX, a nonprofit provider of MOOCs founded by Harvard University and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, aims to help colleges use technology to rethink campus education and deliver online courses. "What we hope to get out of our partnership with edX is actively learning from and building upon each other's educational innovations," says Kyoto University professor Toru Iiyoshi. Several professors recently have raised questions about the implications of free online courses, especially as colleges run pilot projects in which they ask students to watch edX video lectures and use edX professors. "It's a good thing that people are debating and discussing all the issues of this transformational technology," says edX president Anant Agarwal. "The way we look at it is this is increasing choice." Agarwal notes there currently are more than 900,000 people enrolled in edX programs.
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Here at Air Ambulance 1 we offer our Empty Leg Program but in some instances we simply have flights that have been discounted for various reasons. It could be that someone from our office is scheduled to travel to a specific destination for business purposes or a multitude of other reasons. When this happens we offer Discounted Flights. They change all the time so please continue to check back on our website. We've created this handy calendar for your convenience. If you have any questions please contact us at anytime.
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Modern classical and avant garde concert music of the 20th and 21st centuries forms the primary focus of this blog. It is hoped that through the discussions a picture will emerge of modern music, its heritage, and what it means for us.
Monday, October 3, 2016
Simple Gifts, The Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center at Shaker Village
The concert is just coming out as a CD: Simple Gifts, The Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center at Shaker Village (CMS Live) and it is a beauty.
The version of the Suite from "Appalachian Spring" is simply stunning, one of the very best, no doubt inspired by the setting. But the concert as a whole is inspired as well! We get to hear Gottschalk's "The Union Concert Paraphrase," a rousing piano piece that quotes the National Anthem and other familiar American flag-wavers with typical Gottschalkian panache. Dvorak's "Sonatina in G major for Violin and Piano" is another worthy item. You can hear him quoting or otherwise alluding to Afro-American and other American folk music.
Barber's piano 4-hands "Souvenirs" has a rustic-modern charm that fits in well with the program and provides depth. O'Connor's "FCs Jig" for violin and viola adds roots, as does the pretty obscure but fascinating Stephen Foster "Selections from The Social Orchestra for Ensemble."
But it is "Appalachian Spring" that gets an especially heartwarming and focused reading, as we can readily understand. It gives one a shudder of pleasure, the chills, it is so poignantly done.
And so this is a landmark recording! The ensemble sounds ravishing, they ring the rafters and the production is thrilling, truly.
Highly recommended!
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A university professor has described as questionable Zimbabwe?s electoral commission?s announcement Wednesday that it is prepared to organize elections next year.
John Makumbe, political science professor at the University of Zimbabwe, told VOA time is too short for the commission to resolve all outstanding issues ahead of the vote.
?Less than two weeks ago, they (electoral commission) were saying they are not able to conduct elections next year because they are not ready. There is no money, the voter register is shambolic (chaotic) and, all of a sudden, after (Mr.) Mugabe has said elections next year, midyear, they are suddenly ready. So, that raises a lot of suspicions.?
Joyce Kazembe, acting head of the electoral body, announced that the electoral commission will be ready to organize the poll after President Robert Mugabe?s ?proclamation.?
Last week, Mr. Mugabe called for new elections announcing the current power-sharing government should not be renewed when it expires in February.
Local media quoted Kazembe as saying, ?Our mandate is to implement presidential proclamations as, and when, they are made. If a proclamation is made, we implement it.?
But, last month, a top official of the same electoral body was quoted as saying there is lack of funds to carry out much-needed reforms ahead of the election.
Simpson Mutambanengwe, who was recently chairman of the Zimbabwe Electoral Commission, said, ?The timeframe is no longer what appears to be envisaged by the political parties because we have a very big task. The biggest challenge is financial resources to conduct elections. We are engaging various stakeholders and the political parties over electoral reforms. As it is, the voters' roll is in disarray.?
Makumbe said Zimbabweans are ready to vote in an election, but contends that the current political climate is not encouraging to organize a credible vote.
?I think they are, (but) unfortunately, the environment is not conducive to the holding of free and fair elections. There is still plenty of violence taking place. And, this violence was following the constitutional outreach meeting. There is a lot of polarization among the people. (Mr.) Mugabe and (Prime Minister Morgan) Tsvangirai are hardly talking to each other.?
Critics say senior officials of the electoral commission seem to be sympathetic to President Mugabe?s ZANU-PF party adding that it will undermine the credibility of the election.


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Fans of the United High School softball team were hoping the storm would hold off on Friday.
Fans of the United High School softball team were hoping the storm would hold off on Friday.
Sure, they wanted to see their Red Storm unleash their fury on Tri-Valley in the Class 1A state semifinal, but they were hoping the rain-filled dark clouds in the distance would stay put long enough for a game to be played.
"They told us that we probably weren't going to play until later because of the rain," United pitcher Katie Bertelsen said. "We wanted to get it in."
In order to ward off the menacing clouds, the Red Storm players gathered together before the game and executed one of the team's favorite pastimes.
"We did a rain dance," Bertelsen said.
Or perhaps, an anti-rain dance. Aside from a few sprinkles, United got its wish.
"We danced and we sang and we prayed that there would be no rain and we got it," United catcher Sommer Foster said.
The storms in the Peoria area didn't start until well after the Red Storm defeated the Vikings 5-1 to earn a bid in today's state championship game.
It's a good thing, too. Foster said she isn't sure a delay would have done much to help the team.
"That was one factor that I was really worried about. If it would have rained, I don't really think we would have come back as good," Foster said.
When the storms did come in, they dumped three inches on the EastSide Complex and interrupted the other Class 1A semifinal between Lebanon and Cobden in the third inning. The two teams will resume at 8:30 a.m. in a 0-0 tie. The winner faces United at 2:30 p.m while the loser has to turn around and play Tri-Valley at 12:30 p.m. for third place.
United coach Gary Eyler said his team was lucky to have the early game on Friday. He said the delays for the other teams will only help his squad today.
"The other two teams will have to battle weather," Eyler said. "That is an advantage for us I believe."
Class 2A washed out
With the Class 2A state tourney also being played at the EastSide complex, the entire 2A schedule will have to be played today after getting washed out Friday.
Olympia will play Morrison at 10 a.m. on diamond 2 at EastSide while at the same time, Carterville will play Piasa on diamond 3. The 2A third place game will be at 5:30 p.m. and the championship at 7:30 p.m.


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Television addict, right here. So, it shouldn't be surprising that Mad Men is on my must watch list. I plowed through four seasons over the Thanksgiving weekend last year, and was seriously attracted to the style. Not just the dresses on the ladies (Joan has got pencil skirts on lock-down), but the men are pretty dapper too. What happened to a man owning a well-tailored suit? Make note boys, ladies go weak in the knees for a man in a well-fitting suit. Take a cue from Don Draper in that department.
Inspired by the classic silhouettes of the sixties, further enhanced by my love of stripes, this dress is the perfect match for the Mad Men art popping up on St. Louis walls.
[ dress: My Vintage Addiction / belt: Loft / shoes: thrifted / necklace: H&M / watch: Target]
Wear it: to a client meeting.
[Photos by Blake Fehl]
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While it's probably a bit strong to label the Accord Euro a "lemon" for a pinging engine (as some of you have), we agree that this 'pinging' issue with the Accord Euro needs to be dealt with swiftly by Honda.
Despite not having experienced the pinging problem ourselves during testing, we have subsequently received enough correspondence on the topic to know that it is a problem for a number of owners.
We recently contacted Honda Australia who acknowledged having also received calls on the topic via the dealer network.
Honda Australia claims the sound is not pinging (detonation) per se, but rather a similar-sounding post-combustion noise, and that Honda Japan has offered assurances the issue will not harm the engine.
Honda Australia has reiterated that the engine is guaranteed for the entire time it is in the original owner's possession, even if this extends beyond the three-year warranty period.
The company also claims a fix is well underway, and expects this to be implemented by April. We will keep an eye on the matter and keep readers informed of developments...


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Wed, 25 July 2018
Our Xbox crew dives deep on the latest Xbox Scarlet next-gen rumor. Plus: Impressions of the Halo arcade game, Xbox's milestone fiscal year, QuakeCon details, Fallout 76 beta news, and more!
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Wed, 18 July 2018
Our Xbox crew dissects a new report on the state of Crackdown 3 and looks at what its future potential is. Plus: Call of Duty: Black Ops 4 is getting not one but two multiplayer betas, Sea of Thieves has a major new content update, Code Vein checks out of 2018, and more!
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Wed, 11 July 2018
Our Xbox crew catches up on the week's news, including the green-lighting of Showtime's Halo TV series, EA Motive's new Star Wars project, Anthem's much-appreciated gameplay tweak, Dead Island 2's zombie-like revival, and more!
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Hey, I'm George LeGare better known as LeGare. I am the creative force
behind G.LeGare STUDIO73 and on this site you will find my personal portfolios of my works,in Photography, Graphic Design and Video Motion. All my creative services are for hire.
• Fashion Photography • Product Photography • Lighting Design
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• Video Editing • Sketch Artist • Music Production
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Knowledge is limited. Imagination encircles the world."
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Grow Your Savings Opening a savings account is a relatively simple procedure, but building the balances to a significant amount may seem challenging. We often forget that our savings need to increase as income rises and as the economy changes. The value of savings lying idle in bank accounts depletes as the value of money depreciates. Developing a savings culture is the most important thing you can do for yourself, and counters the depreciating value of money while being prepared for contingency expenditure. Learning to survive on less money may be difficult initially, but it really does pay off in the future and can help you achieve financial security. Next is a look at how to grow your savings to help achieve ...Read More »
Top 5 Productivity Tips: Add More Hours to your Busy Day
As a business owner you seem to never have enough time to get all things done, and personal productivity is what differentiates successful people from others. There are a lot of ways to leverage more time out of your busy days and achieve surprising results, and I want to share with you 5 of my most basic tips to improve your personal productivity. Work Smarter! It's a common misunderstanding that to increase productivity you need to work harder and for more hours. But what if I told you that you could achieve more in the same amount of time just by working smarter? Over the years I've found that you need good organization and focus to increase your output and achieve what you want ...Read More »
Understanding 5 Common Financing Alternatives
Daily spending needs are commonly covered by cash on hand, creating a tangible relationship between the things you buy and the money leaving your fingertips. In some ways, paying as you go represents an ideal money management strategy. If the money isn't in your pocket, the purchase must simply be delayed, until such time as you can cover the cost with cold, hard currency. As appealing as it may be, never going into debt beyond the money in your pocket isn't a realistic long-term financial approach. In practice, various forms of financing are commonly utilized, funding insignificant purchases, as well as monumental financial commitments. Familiarity with wide-ranging borrowing alternatives is essential to financial success, ensuring you don't overpay for the privilege or ...Read More »
Nine Inexpensive and Cheap Family Activities
A day out with your family and loved ones doesn't have to cost you a fortune. There are many ways to have fun without spending a lot of money. Here are ten inexpensive family activities that will let you spend quality time with your family and save money at the same time. Movie night doesn't have to involve emptying your wallet paying for tickets, popcorn, soda, and other snacks. Instead rent a family-friendly movie, pick up a box of popcorn and some drinks, and watch the movie together at home. You'll still be spending time as a family, and that's the most important thing. Turn dinner into a family project. Let the kids help set the table and get the drinks ready. ...Read More »
Ways to Build and Rebuild Your Credit
Credit scores have become increasingly important in recent years and can affect everything from your eligibility for student loan refinancing, to the interest rate on your home-equity loan, to the premiums you pay for auto insurance. If you have damaged credit, you will be forced to pay hundreds or even thousands of dollars more than a person with a clean credit history. One of the best ways to avoid having to rebuild credit is to never let it go bad in the first place. One of the best ways to do this is to start building credit early. Utilizing a student credit card in college is a great way to start early (if it is used responsibly). No matter where you are ...Read More »
The Secret to Financial Freedom
Despite what many people think, the true secret to financial freedom does not lie in a fat paycheck. While a cushy job with a huge salary is nothing to sneeze at, the fact is that many of the highest earners are also the most in debt. Financial freedom, and freedom from debt, has less to do with income than with attitude. Getting a handle on your spending and your borrowing is the key to controlling your financial future. Until you are able to control your spending and borrowing habits, you will remain at the mercy of your creditors, no matter how much money you make. In generations past, our ancestors were loathe to borrow money even to buy a home. The current ...Read More »
Personal Finance is like Formula One Racing
I watched the movie Rush [link here] about the personal competition between two of the best race car drivers in the 1970′s. The first, an American by the name of James Hunt, is a fast talking, high-living playboy with raw talent. The other is Niki Lauda, a introverted, nerdy, Austrian driver who is more into statistics and probabilities than socializing. Niki is disciplined, quiet, determined and intentional about everything he does. When he isn't staying up late with this mechanics fine tuning this car, he is going to bed early and rising early. He is in it for the long haul and is risk adverse (compared to the other drivers). At one point, he gets in James Hunt's face says something to ...Read More »
Having a Money Saving Plan
There was a generation or two that retired at 65 or even earlier and had enough money saved to take cruises and do other interesting things. That is not the present generation of working people. Social security is scheduled to run out all too soon and in the recent financial troubles, many people have lost money in their 401k retirement accounts. Unfortunately, the generation that is scheduled to run out of social security is the generation that has lived on credit and has not saved much money. To top it off, this is the generation that is likely to owe more on the house than it is worth. What a mess! One of the reasons we have lived on credit is that ...Read More »
Steve Jobs Income and Secret Role as CFO
I'm reading a book called Great by Choice by Jim Collins. Like his past books like Good to Great and Built to Last, Jim explores what works and what doesn't in business. It's a great book and I'll write about it more once I'm finished but one thing that stuck out to me is its summary of the financial changes Steve Jobs made when he went back to work at Apple in 1997. "They cut perks, stopped funding the corporate sabbatical program, improved operating efficiency, lowered overall cost structure, and got people focused on the intense "work all day and all of the night" ethos that'd characterized Apple in its early years. Overhead costs fell. The cash-to-current-liabilities ratio doubled and then tripled. ...Read More »
Getting Rich is Really Boring
Okay, maybe getting rich isn't boring but I was trying to think of a catchy title and that's all my little brain could come up with. What is my Point? The point of this post is that I'm a firm believer in the immense power of small, intentional actions performed over a long period of time. Hopefully the little rituals and habits in our financial life will build towards a life of wealth that will allow us to "live like no one else" (Dave Ramsey quote). For instance, I know that I have to do 5 things to have a wonderful day no matter what happens. Get up early (approx 5am) Work out (preferably early) Read a book pray or read my ...Read More »


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This store bought costume for babies entered our 2014 Halloween Costume Contest.
A word from Nichole, the 'Monster and Son' costume creator:
This is Keenan dressed up as the father to his favorite monster. He takes this monster everywhere I thought it was fitting to have a matching costume.


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A Safe Place for Caleb
An Interactive Book for Kids, Teens and Adults with Issues of Attachment, Grief, Loss or Early Trauma
Kathleen A. Chara and Paul J. Chara, Jr., illustrated by J.M. BernsThe book is aimed to help people who are dealing with attachment problems and aid understanding into such conditions. It follows the experience of a young boy , Caleb, as he encounters difficulties forming and sustaining healthy relationships and presents a summary of current scientific thought on attachment styles and disorders. Learn More2005, Paperback / softback, 9.65in x 6.81in / 245mm x 173mm, 128pp, $24.95ISBN: 978-1-84310-799-62005, Ebook, ePUB, 128pp, $24.95ISBN: 978-1-84642-143-3
Special Brothers and Sisters
Stories and Tips for Siblings of Children with Special Needs, Disability or Serious Illness
Edited by Annette Hames and Monica McCaffreyThis is a collection of real-life accounts from the siblings of children with special needs, disability or serious illness, ranging from 3 - 18 years old. They explain, in their own words, what it's like to live with their siblings. These stories come with related tips to help siblings deal with some of the things that happen in their family lives. Learn More2005, Paperback / softback, 9.57in x 6.73in / 243mm x 171mm, 96pp, $17.95ISBN: 978-1-84310-383-72005, Ebook, ePUB, 96pp, $17.95ISBN: 978-1-84642-145-7
Different Like Me
My Book of Autism Heroes
Jennifer ElderEight-year-old Quinn, a young boy with AS, tells young readers about the achievements and characteristics of his autism heroes, from Albert Einstein, to Lewis Carroll, Benjamin Banneker and Julia Bowman Robinson, among others. All excel in different fields, but are united by the fact that they often found it difficult to fit in-just like Quinn. Learn More2005, Hardback, 9.21in x 6.22in / 234mm x 158mm, 48pp, $16.95ISBN: 978-1-84310-815-32005, Ebook, ePUB, 48pp, $16.95ISBN: 978-1-84642-466-3
Different Croaks for Different Folks
All About Children with Special Learning Needs
Midori Ochiai, illustrated by Hiroko Fujiwara. Translated by EsthThis illustrated book explores the difficulties faced by 'frogs with a different croak'. Aimed at children with autism and related spectrum conditions, Teacher Toad's lessons give practical advice on issues covering everything from hard-to-break habits to physical coordination difficulties. Learn More2005, Hardback, 8.58in x 6.14in / 218mm x 156mm, 96pp, $19.95ISBN: 978-1-84310-392-92005, Ebook, PDF, 96pp, $19.95ISBN: 978-1-84642-467-0
Why Do You Do That?
A Book about Tourette Syndrome for Children and Young People
Uttom Chowdhury and Mary Robertson, illustrated by Liz WhallettThe authors describe tics and Tourette's in clear, child-friendly terms and provide a simple explanation of the biological causes. Other chapters focus on associated features such as obsessive-compulsive disorder, attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder and aggression. The authors also offer tips on how to deal with issues such as bullying. Learn More2006, Paperback / softback, 9.57in x 6.81in / 243mm x 173mm, 96pp, $15.95ISBN: 978-1-84310-395-02006, Ebook, ePUB, 96pp, $15.95ISBN: 978-1-84642-491-5
Baj and the Word Launcher
Space Age Asperger Adventures in Communication
Pamela VictorIn many ways Baj is like any other kid, but he has trouble keeping eye contact, waiting his turn in conversation and understanding instructions. Will Baj ever get good at working out how other people feel and why? This entertaining adventure story will capture children's imaginations while exploring the complexities of the social world. Learn More2006, Paperback / softback, 8.46in x 6.30in / 215mm x 160mm, 112pp, $19.95ISBN: 978-1-84310-830-62006, Ebook, PDF, 112pp, $19.95ISBN: 978-1-84642-502-8
Being Bullied
Strategies and Solutions for People with Asperger's Syndrome
Nick DubinBeing Bullied describes the various types of peer abuse and the devastating consequences. Narrated by Nick Dubin and featuring footage of his own childhood that illustrates behaviors that made him an easy target for bullies, the film also includes the stories of three individuals with AS who talk about their experiences of being bullied. Learn More2006
Do You Understand Me?
My Life, My Thoughts, My Autism Spectrum Disorder
Sofie Koborg BrøsenThis illustrated book has is an insider's view of life as a child with autism attending a mainstream school and will be an invaluable resource in helping other children to understand their classmates with autism spectrum disorders. Readers will find this an entertaining, informative and attitude-changing read. Learn More2006, Paperback / softback, 8.35in x 6.50in / 212mm x 165mm, 56pp, $21.95ISBN: 978-1-84310-464-32006, Ebook, ePUB, 56pp, $21.95ISBN: 978-1-84642-542-4
All Cats Have Asperger Syndrome
Kathy HoopmannThis book takes a playful look at Asperger Syndrome, drawing inspiration from the feline world. Touching, humorous and insightful, this book evokes the difficulties and joys of raising a child who is different and leaves the reader with a sense of the dignity, individuality, and potential of people with AS. Learn More2006, Hardback, 8.50in x 8.43in / 216mm x 214mm, 72pp, $14.95ISBN: 978-1-84310-481-0
Brotherly Feelings
Me, My Emotions, and My Brother with Asperger's Syndrome
Sam Frender and Robin SchiffmillerThis book explores the emotions commonly experienced by siblings of children with Asperger's Syndrome. With illustrations throughout, this book will help siblings to understand that their emotional responses are natural and OK. It is the ideal book for parents and professionals to use with siblings to discuss their emotional experiences. Learn More2007, Paperback / softback, 9.76in x 7.40in / 248mm x 188mm, 64pp, $15.95ISBN: 978-1-84310-850-42007, Ebook, ePUB, 64pp, $15.95ISBN: 978-1-84642-594-3


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The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission Lagos Zonal office, on Thursday, June 28, 2017, re-arraigned Dr. Martins Oluwafemi Thomas, a former Executive Secretary, National Health Insurance Scheme, and one Kabiru Sidi, a Bureau De Change operator, before Justice A.O. Faji of the Federal High Court sitting in Ikoyi, Lagos on an amended six-count charge bordering on money laundering to the tune of $2,198,900.00.
The first defendant, Thomas, was alleged to have conspired with his wife, Femi, to make a cash payment of $2,198,900.00 to one Ibitoye Bamidele at their residence on 20, Lagos University Teaching Hospital Road, Idi-Araba, Lagos.
The second defendant, Sidi was also said to have lied to an EFCC investigator, Afeez Mustapha, that he was the owner of the money that the first defendant and his wife transacted with.
One of the counts reads: "That you , Dr Martins Oluwafemi Thomas (a.k.a. Dr. Ike), a former Executive Secretary of the National Health Insurance Scheme, and Mrs. Femi Thomas (still at large ) on or about the 3rd of July 2015, in Lagos, within the jurisdiction of this Honorable Court, procured Bamidele Ibitoye to remove from the Lagos jurisdiction the sum of $2,198, 900.00 ( Two Million One Hundred and Ninety- eight Thousand , Nine Hundred United States Dollars ) being proceeds of Dr. Martins Oluwafemi's unlawful enrichment as a former public officer and thereby committed an offence contrary to Section 18 and punishable under Section 15(2) (c) and ( 3) of the Money laundering Prohibition Act, 2011( as amended by Act. No.1 of 2012)."
Another count reads: "That you, Kabiru Sidi, on or about the 15th day of July, 2015, at the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission's Lagos Zonal office, Ikoyi, before the jurisdiction of this Honorable Court, made a false statement to Afeez Mustapha, an investigating officer with the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission and thereby committed an offence contrary to Section 39 2(b)and punishable under Section 39 (2)(c)of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission Establishment Act, 2004."
The defendants pleaded not guilty to the charges preferred against them.
In view of their pleas, the prosecution counsel, Iheanacho Ekele, asked the court for a trial date.
However, counsel to the defendants prayed the court to allow their clients to continue to enjoy the bail earlier granted them.
Consequently, Justice Faji ordered the Commission to verify the three years tax payment by the sureties, as stated in the bail conditions, within two weeks and adjourned to September 28, and October 5, 8, 11, 16 and 22, 2018 for commencement of trial.
The judge also granted the defendants their prayers to continue to enjoy the bail earlier granted.
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Fire in the Blood: Book One of Last Moon Rising Series by Dale Ibitz
Posted by Rebecca
4 out of 5 stars
Genre: YA Fantasy Word Count: 58,126
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It's Haley's seventeenth birthday, and in a blink of an eye her entire life changes. She finds herself on a strange planet, inhabited by peoples with strange powers involved in a war that has the capability of annihilating all life, even on the planet Earth. While Haley is completely in the dark as to what brought this war to be, who the players are, and what it will take to prevent it she plays a key role in deciding the fate of this world and her own. But being a heroine is not so easy, especially when everything and everyone is unknown to her, and she doesn't know who to trust.
I grabbed the bridle hanging on the stall door, and slid inside. My fingers shook. my knees shook. Even my lips trembled as I talked out loud to calm myself.
"I can't believe how easy it was to sneak down here, big guy. I think I even managed to fool Tuggin Big trick, you know, being that he's a Menta and has all these goofy powers. Kind of scary, actually."
I slipped the bit into his mouth. "That's not so bad, is it?" I looped the reins over my arm, and then flung the blanket and saddle onto his back. "I mean, not that I'm scared of Tuggin. He's just scary-looking sometimes. I mean, his looks aren't scary . . . he's stupid hot . . .but the way he looks at me scares me sometimes."
Writing in first person can be both good and bad. If you need to be in the know, then first person is not for you, but if you can really identify with the protagonist, then it's actually a great way to make this type story credible because you experience and learn things as Haley experiences and learns them. As that's all you know you also get to experience the uncertainties and bewilderment that she experiences. This makes the storyline of a young girl transported to a strange world of which she knows nothing about much more realistic.
The character Haley is very believable and quite likable. She behaves as a seventeen year old girl who has been transported to a strange world and has no idea what is going on and who is trying to assimilate everything being thrown at her should behave. A young girl who only recently was concerned with her hair, clothes, BFF, and the cute guy at school now has to deal with matters of much greater import. And Ibitz portrays this juxtaposition very well in Haley's character. It will be interesting to see her evolve in the series.
Ibitz also does a good job a presenting a fantasy world. Unlike some books of that genre which simply add some magic, horses, and inns and call it a fantasy, Ibitz does create another world which has another reason for being: various peoples, politics, and power that makes that world run.
The only real problem that I had with this book was the interaction between Haley and Tuggin at the beginning of the book. It took on a more sexual footing and read like a teenage sultry romance novel, add to this the fact that they have a "kidnapee-kidnapper " relationship makes it a twisted sultry romance.
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Other than the first part that I mentioned in the review, this book was very clean.
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Dale Ibitz currently lives in New Hartford, CT with her husband, two kids, and assorted pets. In addition to the YA fantasy, Fire in the Blood, she has penned a mid-grade contemporary novel. She is working on 2 more projects (one of which is Book 2 of the Last Moon Rising series) which will be available in 2012. She's a fan of hiking, reading, seriously good writing, and chocolate! Music is a strong motivator for her writing, and she tends toward alternative metal, such as Puddle of Mudd, Three Days Grace, and Breaking Benjamin. http://www.wix.com/daleibitz/daleibitz and http://dalesplace-dale.blogspot.com/
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Nintendo announced a huge bonus for the Wii U premium set in Japan – that's the black 32GB Wii U. Buy that package and you get access to the Dragon Quest X Wii U beta test.
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THE prestigious National Film and Television School (NFTS) is to establish a new base in Scotland.
The hub in Glasgow will be the NFTS's first outside of the south-east of England.
The announcement was made at the Edinburgh International Television Festival by First Minister Nicola Sturgeon, who described the move as a "major vote of confidence" in Scotland's screen sector.
The NFTS offers postgraduate courses for film, television and the games industry and the new centre is expected to be used by more than 400 people each year, including over 100 full-time students.
It is being set up in partnership with the BBC, while the Scottish Government is contributing £475,000 in start-up funding.
Unveiling the plan in a keynote speech, Ms Sturgeon said: "I'm so delighted that we have an announcement that the National Film and Television School is going to set up a new base here in Scotland.
"The BBC is giving significant support to this venture – the school will be based at Pacific Quay and will also be able to use the BBC's studio facilities.
"As many of you will know, the NFTS is the most renowned of its type in Europe. Its Glasgow base will be the first anywhere outside of London.
This is great news for our film and TV sector. Delighted that @scotgov is able to support it. https://t.co/2TvU0ImlnS
— Nicola Sturgeon (@NicolaSturgeon) August 25, 2017
"So it isn't just good news for the film and television school, the hundreds of people who want to make a career in screen, it's also a major vote of confidence, I think, in our film and television sector.
"We expect approximately 400 people a year to use the school, including more than 100 full-time students.
"The Scottish Government is providing start-up funding for the project and a significant proportion of that funding that we are providing will be used for bursaries because we want to ensure that the new centre encourages genuine diversity and gives young people from all backgrounds a chance to develop a career in broadcasting."
Ministers expect a third of all of the places in the first two years to be fully-funded scholarships to boost equality and diversity in the sector.
NFTS Scotland is expected to open in January next year with students enrolling from April 2018.
NFTS director Jon Wardle said: "The NFTS has a proud history of developing Scottish talent from its base in Beaconsfield, so we are incredibly pleased to announce the expansion of the school into Scotland and look forward to making an even greater contribution to the Scottish economy through our unparalleled reputation for delivering high-calibre, job-ready graduates."
BBC Scotland director Donalda MacKinnon said: "The NFTS has a well-deserved international reputation for the quality of its training so we're very happy to be working in partnership with them to ensure that we and other broadcasters – along with the film industry in Scotland – have a well-trained and well-educated workforce to select from for many years to come."
Also during her speech, Ms Sturgeon said there is "real momentum" behind Scotland having its own film studio facilities, as she admitted the speed of progress on the issue has led to "frustration" within the industry.
Earlier this year, Scottish ministers granted planning permission in principle for a film and television studio on the outskirts of Edinburgh.
The decision to back the Pentland Studios plan overturned an earlier recommendation from a Scottish Government reporter that permission be refused.
Ms Sturgeon told the audience: "We're also making progress – not as fast as many people would like, I appreciate – in terms of film studio facilities, something that has been a running issue for decades.
"We've said we're minded to grant planning permission for a development including a purpose-built studio at Straiton just outside of this city."
The First Minister referred to the use by crews of facilities in places such as Cumbernauld, Bathgate and Leith.
Questioned on Scotland's "failure" to get its own studio, she said: "I think we're catching up. I don't deny the frustration that people have had. I actually share that frustration.
"I think now the good news is we do now see real momentum behind this, there are now a range of different options where, if we play our cards right and things go as I hope they go, we may end up with having a range of different studio facilities over the next few years."


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Michelle Obama Hilariously Breaks Down Why Melania Trump's Inauguration Gift Exchange Appeared So Awkward
The former FLOTUS also explained to Ellen Degeneres how Barack stepped in and saved the day.
With the change of season comes your favorite pumpkin spice treats at Starbucks, but it also unites men and women on a cold December night for one of our favorite annual traditions. No, not Netflix and chill, but the always entertaining Victoria Secret Fashion Show.
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Onions are the vegetables that make us cry, they also are the ones that help heal and protect the body when they are wounded or ill. Onions contains load of organic sulfur, vitamins, minerals, fiber, and antioxidants. They assist prevent and treat a number of different types of cancers, but you need to eat onions raw to get the full health benefits from them.
The reason raw onions be more effective for you raw is because whenever you cook them they lose their sulfur and nutritional content. They dwindle potent and do not prevent or treat illnesses, cancers, or wounds exactly the same way they would if they were raw. Whenever we cook an onion additionally, it loses a compound in it called allicin. Allicin is yet another important compound that helps protect against bacteria, illnesses, cancers, and diseases. Allicin likewise helps treat open wounds helping keep the heart and colon very healthy.
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Of course it's all been forgotten. There was a real possibility at the height of all the banking and political crisis to do away with bankers and politicians and explore intelligently the possibilities of a new way of running things. But people fear real change. Middle England 'Hard working families/white van man' are unable to think outside the box, and need the status quo. Even if it ain't working. Because in their small myopic Daily Mail reading minds, that's all they know. They may express outrage publicly, but as long as they have the car in the garage, and the family holiday's in Spain, and the plasma, the really do not care all that much about MP's expenses and bankers bonuses. People are essentially out for themselves as much as the politicians and bankers.
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The last time the United States tried to constructively deal with North Korea was under Obama's watch in 2012, which resulted in North Korea violating the terms of the Obama agreement in only 2 months time.
Reuters reports…
There have been no official negotiations for seven years. In February 2012, the United States and North Korea announced an agreement in which the North would suspend operations of its Yongbyon uranium enrichment plant, allow international inspectors to verify the suspension, and implement moratoriums on nuclear and long-range missile tests.
In return, North Korea would get badly needed food aid.
In April of that year, the North attempted to launch a satellite on a three-stage rocket, in what Washington said was a violation of the agreement because of the rocket's potential military uses. While Pyongyang denied it had breached the agreement, the deal was suspended.
POTUS Trump tried a different approach in dealing with North Korea, enlisting the help of China, and trying to put the squeeze on the North Korean state by attempting to disrupt the Chinese trade lifeline to the North of the peninsula.
Trump's "China plan" for North Korea seems to have failed…
Trade between China and North Korea grew almost 40% in the first quarter. So much for China working with us – but we had to give it a try!
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) July 5, 2017
Zerohedge notes that given Trump's latest tweet, it seems the world is inching dangerously closer to the inevitable deadline that will require global leaders to choose between a nuclear-armed North Korea with the capability of striking targets as far away as the west coast of the United States and some degree of military action.
The statements, views and opinions expressed in this column are solely those of the author and do not necessarily represent those of The Duran.


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Nathan Stamstad realized a life-long dream April 18 when he competed in the world-renowned Boston Marathon and finished 1,124th overall, 847th in his age group, and as the top runner of the 49 competing Wyoming and North Dakota competitors.
Quite an accomplishment for a young man who was introduced to the world of track when he was in the sixth grade at Greybull Middle School.
His mother Janna recalls his "initiation" was at a middle school meet in Cody. "He was going to run the mile; it was cold and rainy, and he didn't have any Under Armor; I couldn't afford to buy it for him, so he borrowed some from Mike Collingwood."
Mike was a muscular young man and his Under Armour was way too large for the skinny Stamstad, but it kept Nathan warm, he finished the race and he hasn't stopped running since.
He ran in middle school, he ran in high school, and he continued running at the University of Mary in Bismarck, N.D. where he competed in cross-country, indoor and outdoor track for the UM Marauders. He graduated from college in 2012 and for the past four years has been teaching math and coaching cross-country track at Wilton High School – and running.
"I think I first learned about the Boston Marathon in late elementary school, and since it was such a big event, I wanted to take on the challenge. I've always challenged myself to be better, whether that's intellectually, spiritually, athletically or whatever," Stamstad shared.
"I have a saying I give to my students and athletes regularly: 'Do something today that will make you better than you were yesterday.' I feel like that can apply to just about anything; I'm very competitive, and when something piques my interest, I can get very passionate about it, as I have with running."
Stamstad ran, and ran some more, pushing himself; finally in a full-marathon held in Bismarck, N.D. on Sept. 21, 2013, he posted a time of 2 hours, 55 minutes, 10 seconds, fourth overall and second in his age group, surpassing the pre-qualification time of 3.05 for the Boston Marathon.
Unfortunately, Sept. 20 was the deadline for qualifying for the 2016 marathon. So he bided his time and continued training, although he had to overcome a foot injury in 2015 that set his training back.
"I made sure to start training for (the 2016) marathon a little bit earlier than I normally would; I took things a little bit slower in the beginning. I had to avoid another setback or another injury."
Stamstad ran all of December (2015), January, February, March and even into April. "If I didn't want to run because I was too tired or just didn't feel up to it, I thought about my competitors and how they were out running, making themselves better. That approach helped me get through many cold and not-so-pleasant runs during the winter."
When April 18 rolled around, Stamstad was ready. He and wife Megan flew to Boston several days early, rented a car, rented a room as close to the starting point as they could – and did a little sight-seeing.
Race day, "I was nervous but confident; ready; my entire body was filled with energy. My goal was to run under 2:50, and to place in the top 1,500," Stamstad said. "I had prepared for the hills and wind; training in North Dakota, there's no choice but to be ready for the wind," he quipped. What he wasn't prepared for was the heat. "It was only 65 at the start of the race, but when you've trained at temperatures less than 40 degrees for four months, it feels very hot."
According to Stamstad, there was an "electric" air to the entire marathon. "It was literally 26.2 miles of fans cheering people on. It didn't matter if you were in first, last, or anywhere in between; the fans were cheering. It was awesome."
Runners were split into "waves" of 7,500. Due to his qualifying time, Stamstad was in the first wave. "When the gun went off, there was no breathing room. In fact, I didn't have breathing room for almost the first six miles; it was that crazy."
He stayed relaxed and calm; he hit the splits he wanted. When he reached mile 10, Stamstad felt like something was wrong. "I was starting to labor more than I what I should have for what my training had prepared me for."
He made it through the halfway mark, 13.1 miles in 1:24.10, a pace that would have allowed him to meet his time goal. "But something just felt off. I didn't know whether to take more water, less water, or what; I didn't figure it out until it was too late."
At mile 16, he started to cramp. "One came on in my left quad; that's when I knew I was in trouble."
He took in more water, but that led to side stitches, and for the final 10 miles, Stamstad battled through leg cramps and side aches.
The third quarter of the race was mostly uphill, with no protection from the sun. Stamstad said several runners had to stop and walk, while others got cramps and had to stop and stretch.
As Stamstad got into the greater Boston area he knew his pace was off and any hope of hitting his goal time was gone. The atmosphere got more intense the closer he got to the finish line. "The last mile was just a blur," he recalled.
He finished in 1,124th place (out of over 30,000). "A lot better than what I had thought when I crossed the finish line. Looking at the results, I saw a lot of people struggled with the heat; several people fell off pace in the second half. Knowing I wasn't the only one who had 'blown up" made me feel better."
Stamstad said while his time was not what he was hoping for, "It was still pretty good, good enough for me to meet my place goal, but not good enough for me to be satisfied. It left me with a hunger to go out and do better next year (Yes, he plans on competing in the 2017 marathon).
When Stamstad and Megan got to the airport Monday, he said, "There were hundreds of other people wearing this year's marathon jacket; that was so cool. There was a feeling of camaraderie with all these strangers. We had just finished the Boston Marathon; we were all exhausted, sore, and probably still slightly dehydrated, yet we were all happy."
It was back to planet earth Tuesday; back to the classroom for Stamstad. As he talked to fellow teachers and the students about his experience, he said, "The question I got the most was, 'Why would you do that to yourself?'"
Stamstad said he doesn't know if he fully understands it himself. "It's just a part of who I am, I guess. God gave me this incredible gift and I don't want to waste it."


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Beautiful Nubia, the alternative artiste and folk hero returns for his twelfth studio merry go round with 2016's Taabaku, an engaging rich tapestry of sounds that mines the author's roots in Apala, folklore, Jazz and storytelling.
Sung in (almost) equal parts Yoruba and English, Taabaku which Beautiful Nubia recorded with his long time Roots Renaissance band plays at times like a cautionary tale, an admonition to stay on the straight and narrow side of life no matter what comes.
Taabaku by Beautiful Nubia and the Roots Renaissance Band comes at you gently and tentatively, shorn of the catchy melodies that characterised last year's Soundbender. The music is full of life, lush, swirls and encircles even the most unconvinced of listeners, drawing a silent surrender at the end of the record's playing time.
Beautiful Nubia's voice serves his kind of music suitably. His influences are steeped in poetry, tradition and oral methods of communicating. As such, he tries for spoken word at some moments and then breaks out vocally, stretching his soft baritone the next, before retreating into the comfort of the instrumentals from his tightly knit band.
The instrumentation on opening number, Eda plays for a full minute before Beautiful Nubia and his back up dancers deign to speak any words and even then, the song only has a brief refrain going for it in terms of vocal structure. It doesn't matter, Eda is still as interesting as anything Beautiful Nubia has put out in the past. The title track takes a similar tack but this time goes all the way into soothing Afro jazz territory
Serene and deeply lyrical, Taabaku gets into your skin and crawls beneath. Not all love songs have to be silly as Beautiful Nubia proves on Lady of the Valley that a love song can be both relatable and meaningful. Part love letter, part travelogue, Lady of the Valley breathes with atmosphere, recalling a serene Moroccan holiday.
Life lessons are there to be learned on Colour of All Days, and timely too, as the whole world grapples with the potential nature of a Trump presidency in America. Mr Nubia uses the oral storytelling structure to preach about racial (in)equality and sings with a lot of power in his choice of words, Love is the colour of all days/all other colours are for occasions/somewhere just beyond the skin, everyone is the same. Bobbi's way urges patience and the need to do the right thing never minding how appealing shortcuts may appear.
A great portion of the songs are done in folksy Yoruba dialects but it matters little as Taabaku easily crosses the language barrier and opens itself to multiple interpretations. Deceptively stark and rich in its modesty, a lot of effort and mastery of craft has been put into making this record. Beautiful Nubia's genius lies in making it all seem effortless, like it all came together on a lazy, breezy evening.
For the newcomers, now is as good a time as any to be initiated into the immersive sounds of Beautiful Nubia and the Roots Renaissance Band. For the cult members, Taabaku represents another wondrous slice of real life.
Album: Taabaku
Artist: Beautiful Nubia and the Roots Renaissance Band
Year: 2016
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Recently had a flight down to Dallas, TX onSouthwest Airlines. Which I have to saywas an experience...it's more like riding a bus. You get on and people get off at various stops, at which time you arefree to move about the cabin and change seats before the next group of riderscomes on....the same thing happens at the next stop. I kinda liked the system and will definitelyfly them again! However, I digress.
It was during one of the stops (out of St. Louis - not to point the finger at anyone city) that I learned the importance of the small things - a smile, a thankyou - and the impressions we leave with others.
I was moving seats when I heard the seamstresses talkingabout the recent deplaning. They weresaying how they'd never want to move to St. Louis, because no one who deplaned there was everhappy. They never smiled, said thankyou, met their eyes - or any of the simple pleasantries that show they aregenuinely happy to be getting off the plane - after the bumpy flight and landing,I figured they were just airsick. Afterall, some of fondest memories are of St. Louis trips. ILOVE this city!
You can bet that when I deplaned in Dallas, I was all about the smiling, sayingthank you, wishing well, can't wait to come again. I'm sure they are all wondering if I'mrunning for political office! But Iwanted them to feel appreciated.
It goes back to remembering to be grateful and to showappreciation, even if it's just for someone doing their job. Your behavior can have a positive (ornegative) impact on others. So, smile atlots of people today - they'll feel like they forgot something and should knowyour name - really throws them off! Saya sincere thankful to the bagger at the commissary, look them in the eye! Make a difference! Really make them wonder - say thank you and be polite to the poor kid sitting behind the counter at the gas station!
Have you ever had an experience where the positive (or negative) actions of another impacted you - regardless of how the other person might not have realized they were making an impact?


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Radiohead have cancelled seven tour dates after Toronto stage collapse, including the show scheduled in Bologna, Arena Parco Nord, on July 3rd 2012.
Alberto Ronchi, chief of the Culture Department of Comune di Bologna, has first expressed the sorrow of Bologna Municipality over the killing of the technician Scott Johnson and the wounding of three other crew members due to the terrible accident recently occurred in Toronto.
He has also confirmed the availability of the location Arena Parco Nord for a possible new date that the band hopes to announce soon.
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Scottish Terrier
Origin and brief history:
As the breed name implies, the Scottish Terrier was bred in Scotland during the 1700's. Initially, the breed was called the Aberdeen Terrier, named after a town in Scotland. It is one of five terrier breeds that originated in Scotland. The First Earl of Dumbarton gave their nickname, "the diehard," to them. Back then, the Scottish Terrier was used to hunt animals such as rabbits and foxes. The breed made its first appearance in America in the late 1800's, and was officially recognized by the American Kennel club in 1885. United States President Franklin Delano Roosevelt owned a Scottish Terrier, Fala, who is included in his statue in Washington D.C.
The Scottish Terrier can be a very good watchdog due to their ability to reserve their barking for strangers only. The breed is very friendly and lovable. Scottish Terriers are also very intelligent and proud. They are considered to be good house pets. The breed can be stubborn, but with firm and gentle training, those problems can be avoided. Being firm is very important. However, it is also important not to be aggressive with the breed. Scottish Terriers will recognize an owner whose commands are not sincere and ignore them. This type of behavior makes the breed not a great fit with young children. Because young children lack an authoritative voice, Scottish Terriers will act as a leader towards them. If kept in a house with children, the children need to be taught to show leadership towards the dog. The breed enjoys playing ball games and walks. Its temperament leads people to describe the Scottish Terrier as a big dog in a small body.
Scottish Terrier's have a harsh coat. Regular brushing is necessary, and more care is needed when the dog is shedding. Scottish Terriers need to be professionally trimmed at least twice a year. The hair on their face should be trimmed short, while their body hair should remain long.
Specification of breed:
Scottish Terriers of both genders grow to be between 10 to 11 inches. Males will weight around 19 to 23 pounds, while females will weigh around 18 to 21 pounds. Dogs of this breed are expected to live 12 to 15 years.
Buyer Beware:
Scottish Terrier's are prone to various illnesses. One disease specific to the breed is the Scottie Cramp. This disease causes spasms, which may repeat a few times a day. The spasms become worse and more frequent with age. Scottish Terriers are also prone to developing Von Willebrand Disease, which causes severe bleeding. Flea allergies and jaw problems can also arise.
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Created in 1996, the firm has established itself as one of the top players in design; however, it is now that they seem to be coming into their own with new and unique projects. Among their latest projects, two stand out especially to illustrate their special blend of computer technology and creativity.
The first project is in Dehradun, where the team is building an iconic new structure that has to not only be functional, but also be a symbol of the strides in IT Uttaranchal sees itself taking in the future.
"We had to incorporate some symbolism of progress," says Rastogi, "but we didn't want to make it too dull, or block out the natural environ of Dehradun, the mountains and the sunshine."
Sunshine, however, comes with its own problems. While it does bring light into the building, saving energy costs and making a long arduous working day somewhat easier, it also brings in glare and heat.
"We didn't want employees to pull down blinds," says Rastogi, "because this would completely defeat the purpose of the building. Our solution was to come up with a design to make the building self-shading." In order to accomplish this, the Morphogenesis team became computer programmers.
They created a program that would provide the perfect shape (according to the latitude and longitude of the site), so that whichever part of the building you stand in, at whatever time of the day, you are exposed only to diffused light rather than direct sunlight.
"This is the first application of computation in architecture with respect to design. In the past, they have been used to make representations or conduct analysis, but never to actually design the building," says Rastogi.
Dehradun's steel and glass "Cyber Tower", when completed, will be 5,00,000 sq ft, and will cost the government of Uttaranchal Pradesh a cool Rs 80 crore (rs 800 million) to build.
The second project that stands out is a project with the Amarnath shrine board. "This pilgrimage is the largest in the world," says Srivastava. "But it's disorganised, there's no formal housing for pilgrims, and the area is prone to heavy snowfall and avalanches."
"Our project with Amarnath," says Bhardwaj, "consists of three stages. First, we had to think of accommodation. Here we ran into various problems of strategy.
The area is 13,500 ft above sea level, has extremes of weather, and the roads are barely negotiable at the best of times. We realised it would be difficult to transport the raw materials up there, and build on-site, and it would also be difficult to build off-site and then assemble on-site. The problem was transport."
A brainstorming session brought the perfect solution: to carve the rooms into the mountain. And this is exactly what the team is planning to do. This has several advantages; not only will these rooms be self-heating, the entire carving process is mechanised and can take place fairly quickly. This is important as there are only a few months in the year when construction can actually take place.
Morphogenesis has also designed a dwar just before the cave. "Right now, there's no symbolic arrival point to signify the end of the journey," says Srivastava. And the journey is arduous: 45 km by the traditional route, and 13 km (which still takes half a day to walk) from the new base camp.
Using stone mined from the mountain, the Morphogenesis team designed a concept that involved eight pillars of stone, each denoting the eight points of the compass, ("because pilgrims come from all corners of the world," says Srivastava), and a waterway, which tapers down in the direction of the Amarnath caves, symbolising journey's end.
"We wanted to make it spiritual rather than religious," says Bhardwaj. "After all, people come to Amarnath to see caves and sculptures of ice, natural phenomena, not idols of gods."
The last part of the project is a mandap, where bhajans and other functions can be organised. This structure was another challenge to create. "Steel gets very brittle in the snow," says Bhardwaj, "so we made a shell-like structure that can fold into itself come every winter, and be put up again relatively easily in the summer months when the pilgrims come." Construction on this project will start this summer, and is expected to take at least 3-4 years to complete.
The three architects also have other projects up their sleeves, such as a mall in Chandigarh that changes colour at night, and India's first cable-stay suspension building in Raigarh for Jindal Steel.
The common feature of all these projects is that they have at least one creative twist that differentiates them from the everyday; with India's cities growing with very little planning, and at breakneck speed, we need this kind of intelligent, creative architecture, which takes into account environment and context yet still manages to stand out, now more than ever.


text: Bengal Tiger Line Taking its name from the Bay of Bengal where Bengal Tiger Line (BTL) first established its origins as a Common Feeder, the line now operates well beyond its Indian core sector covering the Far East and the Arabian Gulf sectors. BTL's philosophy is to deploy modern reliable tonnage with ample capacity to cater for any seasonal fluctuations. With up to 40 scheduled vessels in the service fleet (including VSA arrangements) sizes range from 650 to 2500 teu and the average age is less than 12 years. In line with its high operating standards, BTL uses Hazcheck Professional to control dangerous goods on sailings and in acceptance procedures. "The easy facilitation of checking DG details and final safe acceptance via Hazcheck Professional provides a real comfort factor as well as speeding up our efficiency to clients." says BTL Operations Manager, Lester Choo. Hazcheck Professional provides container line operators with confirmation at the point of cargo booking that DG shipments comply with the requirements of the IMDG Code. These checks are executed in a fraction of the time required for manual searching in the regulations and with maximum reliability and accuracy. Hazcheck Professional then supports stowage and segregation on board and produces the dangerous cargo manifest required by ports en route.


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If you had a VM with a USB device attached, which was imported into ESX using some sort of conversion tool e.g. VMware Converter in the past, you may find that it refuses to boot after upgrade to vSphere 4. Possible symptoms include:
- An error saying something similar to "Device 'USB' is not supported", asking it to be removed but
- If you try to edit VM's hardware, it shows a USB device but doesn't actually let you remove it
…. making it a "Catch-22". The issue exists because use of USB devices is not supported within VMs running on ESX (although ESX 4 does have an "unsupported" USB controller!)
One way of getting rid of the problem is to upgrade VM hardware to version 7. As ESX 4 allows USB controllers, you get a chance to remove the device cleanly. However, upgrading VM hardware might not be desirable for some reason. It's a non-reversible process which also seems a bit extreme.
Another way is to edit the .vmx file. To do that, follow these steps:
- Locate the VM's folder in its datastore, find the .vmx file and download it to your local drive.
- Make a copy of the file – just in case.
- Open the file with a text editor, locate the line mentioning the USB device and remove it.
- Save the file and upload it to the same folder, overwriting the original.
- In "Hosts and Clusters" view, remove the server from the list by right-clicking the server name and selecting "Remove from Inventory".
- Go back to the VMs folder, right-click the .vmx file and select "Add to Inventory".
The USB device should now be gone and the VM should boot up. The last two steps in the process are very important as they force loading of the new configuration into ESX. Without them, the old configuration will remain in force and you'll think that the process didn't work.
I hit this problem on one of my upgrades and was fixed using the latter method.
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It can be crushing when the Law of Attraction fails. You want something so badly and you're doing everything you can to make it happen, but all you see are signs that the Law of Attraction isn't working.
When the Law of Attraction fails, what should you do?
Is something going wrong for the Law of Attraction to fail?
Do you need to change the tools you're using to manifest your desire?
I'll answer those questions and more, but first here are some questions and examples submitted by readers. I hope they can help you gain some insight and know you are not alone.
"Missing the sign" asks, "I asked [the] universe [for] a special sign in 24 hours if my desire (a job) is manifesting, but nothing 🙁 . What [does] it mean? I should correct my method?"
"Show me the money" wrote, "I have asked for 2 things from the universe- 1 to come into millions of euro and 2 to get my dream car. I have had the feeling the something is manifesting or in the works for this to happen regarding the car and since I have asked for my dream car I have seen loads of the car almost every day, in fact in the space of 30 mins today I saw 9 of them! [I]t's a unique model so [it] wouldn't be that common.
The thing is there doesn't seem to be any sign of the money manifesting as I had 3 opportunities to get what I asked for over the last week and nothing happened so I don't know what's wrong here?"
"Down and out" asks, "I do find that I always get stuck in ruts. I'll see a TON of stuff happen that I want to happen….then things will stop.
My question is how to continually keep the "blessings" flowing. It's not as if I intend for bad stuff to happen…but if things don't go my way I stop believing in my ability and it's a downward spiral. How do I stop being a "fair weather manifestor"? As always, thank you!!! :D"
My Answer
The Law of Attraction never fails.
It always brings you what you ask for most strongly.
You may have the best idea of what you want to manifest. You may know all the details about the job you want or exactly how you'll spend your millions of euros.
But if you aren't putting the right energy into it, your intention probably won't manifest.
Your emotions tell you what kind of energy you're putting into manifesting your desire. Positive emotions like joy and love involve an energy that attracts your desire to you. Negative emotions like fear and doubt can repel your desire, producing an experience where it appears the Law of Attraction fails.
The energy itself comes from the Universe. It's the energy you tap into when you use heart energy.
You can tell how strongly you're tapped into Universal energy by your emotions.
- Little to no emotion means you're using very little energy to create your desire.
- Negative emotions indicate you're not creating what you want (the experience of the Law of Attraction failing).
- The more positive your emotions, the more energy you're putting into attracting your desire to you.
You can't experience both positive and negative emotions and expect good results. When one moment you're worried that the Law of Attraction isn't working because things aren't happening when and how you want them to, and then another moment you feel really happy that you have your new job, you're sending the Universe mixed signals.
It's like you're vibration is saying, "Yes, bring me that," and then you immediately say, "No, send it back." You're effectively canceling you're order before you ever receive it. Thus, it appears that the Law of Attraction fails.
Yet, the Law of Attraction never fails because it always brings you what you asked for most strongly.
Even the most innocent thoughts and statements can have a powerful impact on what you manifest, especially when they are combined with emotion.
"The Law of Attraction isn't working"
Have you ever said that? Or thought it?
If you're like most people, you were probably frustrated, disappointed, or upset when you did so.
Every time you've thought or uttered this phrase, you've affirmed to the Universe that the Law of Attraction isn't working.
Because the Universe brings you what you believe and expect, it brings you more experiences of the Law of Attraction isn't working for you.
Every time you think that your desire isn't manifesting, is taking forever, is hard to manifest, and so on… you are giving power to the belief that your desire isn't manifesting, is taking forever, is hard to manifest…
You are affirming the belief and experience of "The Law of Attraction isn't working."
If you changed your beliefs, you would attract experiences of the Law of Attraction working.
This can be as simple as changing your thoughts.
You can start with "The Law of Attraction is working."
You may also like, "I believe in my ability to manifest."
Before you know it, your beliefs and experiences will switch from the Law of Attraction fails to the Law of Attraction works.
It's that easy.
"But I've been doing all of that and the Law of Attraction still fails!"
If this has happened to you, you may feel like maybe you're just not supposed to have your desire. Maybe it's just not meant for you. Maybe it's just not possible.
That might sound good or make you feel better…
But if you want to know why something failed to manifest, you need to look at the meaning behind it. The meaning is what caused you not to manifest it.
If you say that you're not supposed to have it or that it's not possible, then that is the belief you have that created the situation you're in.
In other words, you didn't believe you're supposed to have the job, and as a result, you attracted a situation where you didn't get the job.
You didn't believe it was possible for you to suddenly have million of euros, and so you didn't attract millions of euros.
What you attract will line up with your belief system.
The Law of Attraction didn't fail because of your manifesting process, how often you visualized, or how many signs you saw. You attracted what you believed.
What looked like the Law of Attraction failing was actually a message about what you really want and about what you believe.
You really need to work on trusting the Universe. Instead of looking at all the signs you're receiving and saying, "But it isn't here," you need to trust that the signs mean it is coming.
Whenever you focus on how your desire hasn't arrived yet, you're second guessing the Universe and creating more delays in receiving it.
You can't blame the Law of Attraction for your not having manifested what you want. The Law of Attraction is working just fine. It always is.
You just need to become more aware of your unconscious thoughts and beliefs. Those are what you're manifesting.
When the Law of Attraction fails, it's a sign to look within and clear up your limiting beliefs.


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Click here, ref=sr_1_8 to download for free. It's "Airhead In Space, Alice From Wonderland, Adventures In The Seventh and a Halfth Dimension." Guaranteed to make you laugh from beginning to end. You can also get the paperback if you prefer a hard copy. The books are also illustrated with lots of my silly drawings. Enjoy!
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Free eBook, "The Martian Conspiracy"
Thank you, everyone, for the great response to last month's eBook giveaway, "Airhead In Space, Planet 3." As promised, I'm giving away the next in the "Airhead" trilogy, "Airhead In Space, The Martian Conspiracy," in which Airhead's brain is swiped again, this time by Martians. This is not a story about a dumb blonde! Airhead is a twenty-third-century rocketship crash test dummy who works for JPL and NASA. Although he's made of Kevlar, titanium and carbon fiber, he acts much like anyone else in the twenty-third century. The hilarious illustrated story involves aliens, seven dimensions, a digital sweetie, Hunter Thompson, little blue pills, an ex-wife, and some "R" rated activities in the "Low-Grav All Night Motel. Several happy readers have mentioned that I have a very unique and entertaining writing style that keeps them laughing page after page.
Do you remember "The Tonight Show" with Johnny Carson? Whether you do or not, you will laugh again and again as Johnny interviews Airhead and Alice, his ex-wife. This sci-fi fantasy story is available for a free download this Saturday and Sunday on Amazon/Kindle. Click here to download. This book is part of a three-episode series but can be read alone. I have also illustrated each of these books with dozens of insane sci-fi fantasy drawings that will also tickle your funny bone. You can read about the other two books when you go to Amazon, but to learn more about Airhead you can visit his website at airheadinspace.com. All three of these eBooks are also available in paperback.
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The Bizbeings!
Those of you who know me, know that I paint watercolors from life, usually in a realistic style. However, being a Gemini, I see this duality, like two sides of a coin, or in my case, opposite ends of the stick. Now and then, yesterday, for example, I like to get away from the realistic style that I usually work in, staring at images and photographs as I lay down each brushstroke. The other end of the proverbial stick, for me, is all the shit in my head, the stuff I think up, imagine or remember from a recent abduction.
I love Bisbee, but we all know it's a little strange. Oh no, not you of course, but you know what I'm saying . . . So, yesterday my brain bubbled over and this came out, "The Bizbeings." I'm not sure yet on how to detect Bisbonians. I'm sure that will also bubble over soon. With all the art crap I've got, it's interesting that my favorite drawing tools are a number 2 pencil and a ballpoint pen. So, on a 9″ by 12″ sheet of Arches HP, I first drew everything in pencil, simplified. The ballpoint pen has the ability to draw a very faint line or a dark bold line and the whole range in between, something that the marker style pens cannot do. I drew over the pencil, refining, adding detail, having fun.
These are not, however, my only tools. They like me at the art supply store. I used a medium Faber-Castell marker to draw the six panels and outlined the lettering. At this point, I erased all the pencil marks with a kneaded eraser. The coloration is a variety of Winsor Newton watercolors, Tombow watercolor markers, bug juice, and alien blood.
So, until I get my next inspiration to paint something realistic, I offer you, "The Bizbeings." This piece is for sale for $225. at my studio. Contact me if interested. I also take commissions. I do amazing portraits of people, kids, dogs, grandmas, or? Go to my website, www.vonprum.com to learn more about me and see lots of examples of my work. As always, thank you for visiting my page. Please leave a comment or a like or something.
Last day for free sci-fi ebook
Today until midnight, my hilarious ebook, "Airhead In Space, Planet 3" is free to download. It's a uniquely funny space opera fantasy that will keep you laughing to the end. No Kindle needed. Some computers and phones may need to download a free Kindle app. Enjoy. Let me know what you think.
It's Free!
For those who missed my previous post, for the next three days, I'm giving away my crazy ebook "Airhead In Space, Planet 3" for free.
If you like to laugh, you'll enjoy this uniquely hilarious sci-fi fantasy. The insane story is illustrated and involves aliens, female androids, spaceship crashes, blue pills, sex, Hunter Thompson and Timothy Leary. Airhead's brain is stolen by aliens and taken to Planet 3 in the seventh and a halfth dimension. An ex-wife spices things up and leads to an "R" rating.
To download click on this link:
https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss?rh=n%3A133140011%2Ck%3ALance+von+prum&keywords=Lance+von+prum&ie=UTF8 or go to Amazon and type Lance Von Prum in the search window. That will take you to my library page. You'll see some of my other books. Scroll down until you see Airhead and the free download offer. You don't need a Kindle to read this. Some of you may need to download the free Kindle Ap if it's not on your phone or computer.
I sincerely hope you enjoy the book. There are two other books in the series and I will try to offer those for free in the near future. The books are also available in paperback and both the ebook and paperback are illustrated with crazy drawings that help you imagine Airhead's crazy world and keep you laughing.
If you download and enjoy my book, would you please go back to my Amazon page and leave a review? That would be very helpful. Thank you and share with a friend. Share the laughter and maybe drop me an email with your comments.
There is a new Airhead story brewing in my head that may or may not involve Bizbeings or Bisbonians. Send me your suggestions.
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