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Our recipe for Grilled Sausage and Peppers is an update on the original. Here we toss with sherry vinegar and honey, and then grill—quick and delicious.
How to Make It
Step 1
Preheat grill to medium-high heat (350° to 400°). Combine first 3 ingredients in a medium bowl.
Step 2
Cut sausages in half lengthwise. Grill sausages and peppers 4 minutes on each side. Remove charred skin from peppers, if desired; slice into strips. Cut sausages diagonally into 4-inch pieces. Toss peppers and sausages in honey mixture, and transfer to serving platter.


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Automotive Technician Apprentice
Due to recent expansion and an increase in business, Richmond Subaru is currently looking to fill a position for an Automotive Technician Apprentice. We are looking for candidate that would have Japanese Import Experience (preferred) , 2nd,3rd or 4th year Apprentice.
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Please submit your resume (ATTN: Edwin Ho) to arrange a confidential interview.
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Three persons were injured in a motor vehicle accident at Marc, Bexon on Saturday, March 17, 2018, according to officials.
The accident occurred around 3 p.m. and involved two scooters.
The patients have been identified as 19-year-old Martin Felix of Marc who sustained a broken left leg, 19-year-old Neri Ferdinand of Marc who sustained minor injuries, and 24-year-old Wyhid Lesporis of Marc, who sustained abrasions to his face and other parts of his body.
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Best barber I've ever been too. It's very clean and his haircuts are quality. He has a massage chair that's great and good product. 100% recommend his salon. Amazing super friendly staff the entire family goes there and we always get compliments on the hair cuts and styles.
Tamer is very talented, he colored and cut, and blow dried my daughters hair. The smile on her face says it all.
Had my hair done by Tamer. He did an excellent job! I went in for a root touch up and blow dry and came out feeling brand new. Tamer is kind and patient and took very good care of my hair.
New and professional stuff in Queen Mary Salon, they did a good job and respect their customers. Aziz is the owner and he worked really hard to opened this Salon, if you came to his Salon you will not be disappointed because they are professional and know what they are doing.
Such an amazing salon! I have very coarse, curly hair which most salons usually have a lot of trouble blow drying and straightening it the way I like it; but Tamer was able to handle my hair and make it smooth, shiny, and straight with ease. This salon has such great customer service. I'm looking forward to trying out the other services this salon offers.
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I love Queen Mary Salon, it is immaculate place with professional stuff; Nancy is one of a great hairstylis, She is awesome. She take great care of my hair with high light, cutting and blow drying. I highly recommend.
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Got a haircut here and it wasn't that bad. My front wasn't straight (left and right hair wasn't on line) and lol they don't blow your hair like to style it after. They asked me if I want to style it and I was like isn't that supposed to be part of the package? And I left the store with damp hair (YES DAMP). I still prefer going to Ktown (atelier by Tiffany) they do so much better in terms of service and quality of haircut.
Koyuki S.
So happy this place is walking distance from my house! I called before hand to see if they can give me a last minute hair cut to finish off my errands for the day. I walked in and got greeted by Tamer and he was really nice! I felt so bad because my hair was a rats nest but he washed it with no complaints which was nice. I showed him a couple pictures of the hair cut I wanted and he was very confident in his talent and I trusted him right away! Finished product is amazing and how I've always wanted my hair! He even styled it correctly which no one ever does!! Only downside is parking is limited! Overall great find. Thanks Tamer! Hair cut was good price as well!!
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Mona- is my hair stylist for a long time always treats me great and takes her time and always a perfect cut! I wish there was a 10 Star option for her. She does great women's hair color etc Always goes above and beyond for her customers.
Owner - Aziz what a great guy friendly offers me coffee or water when I step foot in his spotless clean newly remodeled store! He does anything and everything you need, just ask.
Barber - Hassan gave me a nice strait razor cut and made my face look spotless with perfect lines. Very nice man !
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I made an appointment & was very excited to get extensions. When I got there I had many questions and due to language barriers (the stylist didn't really speak English) I was unable to get the answers I was looking for so I ended up having to find a new salon last minute. This should have been addressed prior to my appointment.
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I've a been a client of Aziz for 3 years now and never needed anybody else! He really cares about his clients and treats them like family. He's especially amazing at Khaleeji beard/hair styles! He's the best barber/friend I've had! Make sure to make an appointment before hand if you're willing to come on the weekend (and Thursday)!
The shop has been remodeled this year and all the furniture and amenities are brand New! They also have a free great hair washing with shampoo/conditioner and massage chair!
They also have extra services (haven't tried all but really satisfied with the ones I did)such as waxing (face&body), facial, hair coloring, hair treatments, and Brazilian blowout.
I had my first neck wax with Tina and she's great!
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By far the best haircut I've ever received! And consistently too! Every time I come here, I walk out with a smile on my face and a very fresh, and sharp looking cut. Aziz, who is also the owner, does a fantastic job and has me done within 20-30min. He does a quality job and makes sure you're taken care of.
If you're on the fence, let this review be a sign for you to come in. It's only $20 for a haircut. Solid price for a great quality haircut.
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Had a great experience. Michael took care of my hair and cut it perfectly! Loved the vibe of the place. Even the owner, Aziz, was very friendly and welcoming. I highly recommend this salon 🙂
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Love this place! Such a great find! Stylist Omer is great! The owners are wonderful too! Services for all, women, men and children! Such a variety! They speak English and Arabic very well! Cater to all types of people! It is very clean! Both my mom and I come here for Color and blow dry! Can't wait to try all other services!!! Giving them two thumbs up!!!
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Excellent threading service by Aisha . Price is very reasonable. She takes her time and makes sure she meets your expectations. I definitely recommend her for all eyebrow threading. Tamer dies a great job for blow dry. The salon is immaculate and service is excellent. The owner Aziz does a great job. Highly recommend this salon.
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Honestly now, wouldn't want to come back. I don't care at this point if they were going to have to tone it. I spoke to someone on the phone recently and I let them know I wanted to come in to get my hair toned. Long story short, they gave me a time but I said I couldn't because I had somewhere to be. I asked if he has another day available and he said to me "no, it's very busy, we can't." That's all I'm going to say because one, they messed up my hair, i wouldn't say this place is suitable for female styling. Maybe it's just my hair they couldn't work with. But tbh, I've gone to far better places cuz this place is kinda shady. I had my head bleached to an extreme level that they knew wasn't going to be good, it could've been left darker but no, they wanted to keep bleaching til it was platinum. And then, to top it off, all my hair, fell off, like literally thinned our so much it started falling off in layers and chunks. Never coming back.
Also not to mention, I didn't notice this initially until I got home, but they completely bleached my coat. Aren't the towels and plastic covers suppose to prevent that? Well it happened. I can't wear the jacket anymore because it went from gray to bleached orange.
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Eight SMEs selected for Bold Ones programme
Eight new small and medium-sized companies which manufacture products from local raw materials were selected for assistance with marketing of their businesses under the 2014 Bold Ones programme run by Continental Baking Company Limited, the operators of National Bakery.
The companies selected will receive support with marketing, advertising and publicity, and they will be advertised on Continental's fleet of trucks over 24 months.
Total spent on the project to date, Continental said Tuesday, is $90 million.
This year's Bold Ones recipients are: D'NexStep Sandals and Accessories; Ecofarms, manufacturers of Buzz Honey wines and Honey Stix confectioneries; Irie Rock, manufacturers of beauty and skin care products; Lifespan Limited, bottlers of high alkaline spring water; Spring Vale Enterprises, makers of natural fruit flavoured salad dressings; Lincoln Gordon and Sons, makers of Lincoln's line of jerk sauces and condiments; Bartleys All Wood, makers of wooden jewellery and other items; and Journey's End Wine Company, makers of Ackee Wine and other wines.
To qualify for Bold Ones, the companies should be no more than seven years old, employ at least five persons, and use indigenous materials to manufacture quality products. This year's recipients were also tax compliant.
Explaining his reasons for starting the programme, which includes mentoring for the small companies, Continental chairman and CEO, Gary 'Butch' Hendrickson, said Tuesday: "I always thought that the one thing young businesses could not afford was marketing; (while) the one thing young businesses need is marketing."
Michelle Smith, CEO of Chocolate Dreams, whose company received the award in 2010, commented that "For small businesses such as ours, it was a golden opportunity to launch our business to the next level."
Smith said Chocolate Dreams had expanded locally with new distribution outlets, and had also made its first shipment abroad to Antigua. The company, she said, would be targeting new export markets for 2014.
Dennis Hawkins, managing director of Spur Tree Spices Jamaica Limited, stated that marketing support from Continental gave his company "desperately needed encouragement to continue manufacturing despite all the difficulties".
Hawkins said since receiving marketing support under the Bold Ones programme Spur Tree has "more than doubled sales since 2010, and export sales now represent more than 70 per cent of our business. This year we will be targeting market expansion and increased product offers."
Spur Tree recently entered the Canadian market, he said.


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December 2017 at Kitchenorium
Hey there, here's what we've been up to at Kitchenorium in December…
Spa Wars Tapas Night – 1st December
Patatas bravas
Fried aubergine
Stuffed peppers
Garlic chicken
Lamb meatballs
Moroccan hummous
Butter bean salad
Bulghar wheat salad
Iberico cheese
Serrano ham
Olives and fresh bread
Galician almond cake
'Table Talk' – 1st December
Tracey Saunders runs a food blog called Midlands Gourmet Girl:
She kindly included Kitchenorium in her weekly 'Table Talk' post, along with a picture of my Panang chicken curry & jasmine rice.
Christmas Get Together – 3rd December
Victoria Sponge
Raspberry & coconut slice
Mince pies
Toasted & buttered panettone
'Student Story: Cat in the Kitchen' – 8th December
Read the full article here
High Times – 12th December
Read the full newsletter here
Festive Vegetarian Supper – 12th December
Roast yam, lentil & coconut soup
Leek & cheddar tart with parsnip gratin, brussel sprouts and savoy cabbage
Winter fruits salad with greek yoghurt
Festive Lunch – 14th December
Parsnip, sage & white bean soup
Duck leg confit with boulangeres potatoes and green beans
Pears poached in mulled wine
Thare Machi Lunch – 18th December
Turkey, red onion & gorgonzola tartlets
Smoked mackerel pate
Stuffed portobello mushrooms
Tomato & mozzarella skewers
Waldorf salad
Jewelled cous cous salad
Sour cream & chive dip
Baked camembert
Olives and fresh bread
Hazelnut meringue
Small Biz Connect Up – 19th Decmeber
Breaded camembert with pickled prunes
Three-bird pie with roast potatoes, carrot & swede mash and buttered cabbage
Apple crumble with xmas pudding ice-cream
TEDxLeam Teaser Trailer – 22nd December
Watch it here:
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Seasonal Sundae: 4th
Network & Nosh: 7th
Chocolate Pud Party: 10th
Shove Tuesday: 13th
Bistro Night: 16th
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November 2017 at Kitchenorium
Hey there, here's what we've been up to at Kitchenorium in November…
Thai Tuesday – 7th November
- This event was filmed for ZDF, a German TV channel, for their show 'Heute in Europa'.
- Seni, Jon & Sophie from WeFiFo joined us for dinner and filming, along with 8 other guests.
Crab cakes with spicy dipping sauce
Panang chicken curry with jasmine rice
Pineapple, mango & coconut fool
Speaker at Small Business Connect Up – 14th November
Read all about it here: 5 Twitter Tips for Small Business
Meeting with Thare Machi – 15th November
Thare Machi Education is a local charity based in Leamington Spa and delivering educational DVDs on issues of health and wellbeing to communities all around the world and in the language spoken by the recipients.
We first met on Twitter during #leamingtonhour, we had a meeting at their offices, and now we'll be working together in a number of ways.
If you're interested you can find out more on their website, follow them on social media, and consider making a donation 😀
Piece by ZDF aired on German TV – 17th November
Watch it here (the narration is in German):
Speaker at TEDx Leamington Spa – 18th November
Read all about it in these two posts:-
Kitchenorium @ TEDxLeam: The Preparation
Kitchenorium @ TEDxLeam: The Event
Network & Nosh – 22nd November
Chilli con carne & ceviche
Nachos & quesadilla
Sweet potato wedges
Buttered corn cobs
Rice salad & bean salad
Dips & tortillas chips
Mississippi mud pie
Piece in Leamington Courier – 24th November
Private Event for 16 Guests – 25th November
Baked semolina gnocchi
Tuscan lamb stew with rosemary potatoes
Panna cotta
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Kitchenorium at TEDxLeam: The Event
Doors Open
The doors of the Parish Church opened up at 11am, and TEDx Leamington Spa 2017 officially got underway. There were wristbands to put on, goody bags to enjoy, self-service tea and coffee, as well as a key on every seat, only one of which would unlock a box containing a special prize.
Joel and I enjoyed our salads provided by the Saxon Mill, a destination gastro-pub in nearby Warwick, and then we settled ourselves into a spot on the balcony before the talks began.
Session 1
Introductions by Alan Heap, our compere for the day, and Matt Western, MP for Warwick and Leamington.
Talk 1: 'Living in harmony with your smartphone' by Ross Sleight
Talk 2: 'Why does that refugee have a mobile phone?' by Amrit Singh
Talk 3: 'Life lessons from 30 years in Hollywood' by Marie Rowe
Talk 4: 'Embracing restlessness' by Simon Parker
Video from the TED archives 'How we can eat our landscapes' by Pam Warhurst:
Session 2
After a quick break and a little cake from Sweet As, a local cake shop specialising in chocolate, a friend helped us find seats at the back of the hall, and the talks continued.
Talk 5: 'Homelessness – it's time to lose the label' a panel discussion with Lianne Kirkman of Helping Hands, Cheryl Prince of Seemia Theatre and Ellie House of Kairos WWT
Talk 6: 'Superman was a foster child' by Satwinder Sandhu
Talk 7: 'How to let go of your past' by David Bentley
Talk 8: 'My best friend at nursery is 80 years old' by Melrose Stewart
Session 3
After another break, this time catered by by Nana's Japanese Cafe (although we weren't quick enough to taste the sushi as it disappeared in a flash), and during which my nerves started to set in, we found seats with a group of friends at the front of the hall near the stage.
Talk 9: 'Home is who we are' by Ruhi Hamid
Talk 10: 'Apathy, the refugee crisis and how we can make a difference' by Yasmin Autwal
Talk 11: 'How to turn you home into a pop-up restaurant' – my video!
Talk 12: 'The power of the flower' by Sarah Horne
There were poetry readings by Gwyneth Box and background music by Morocco Dave throughout the day.
Altum Schema, Joe Dolman and The Ellipsis gave live performances, and there was a video from Deluka giving an insight into this track:
After Party
Following the wrap-up of TEDx Leamington Spa 2017, we de-camped to Zou Bisou, an indepenent cafe on Regent Court, for the after party.
There were refreshments aplenty – beer from Church Farm Brewery, wine courtesy of Underwood Wines and a delicious selection of pizza provided by Birtelli's.
Live musical performances continued through the evening, including some extremely accomplished kareoke and open mic sessions including some awesome rapping by Ross Sleight and beat-boxing by David Bentley.
Further information about TEDxLeam:-
Kitchenorium at TEDxLeam: The Preparation
July 2017
At the Small Business Connect-Up held in the Chase Meadow Community Centre, I was chatting with Linda from Linda Scannell Photography and she told me about the upcoming TEDx Leamington Spa.
When she mentioned that the theme this year would be 'Home', I knew right away what my talk would be: 'How to turn your home into a pop-up restaurant'.
This was immediately followed by something along the lines of 'A TED talk? Oh, but I couldn't possibly do that!', until the following day…
At the Leamington Hour Live networking group Kimberley and Craig, two of the organisers in charge of TEDx Leamington Spa, gave a talk all about this year's event.
They explained that the application process was to submit a video describing the subject of your talk in 20 words or less, and the deadline was only a few days away!
As soon as I got home from this event, before I could loose my nerve, I asked Joel to film me on my phone presenting my idea from our kitchen, and the following day I submitted my application:
August 2017
When the feedback email arrived in my mailbox I could see the first few words of the text: 'After reviewing all the applications…' and I thought to myself 'Oh, that's a no, isn't it?', so I was even more surprised and delighted when I opened the email to find that I had been accepted as a speaker!
Of course, I couldn't tell anyone until it was officially announced. It was only a matter of weeks but it seemed like ages. In the meantime, I provided my written bio and two photos, as well as some video footage taken at Kitchenorium by a friend earlier in the year:
September 2017
Hooray! In early September my Speaker Announcement went out on social media. Here is how it looked on Facebook:
As the subject of my talk 'How to turn your home into a pop-up restaurant' is based on the social dining events which we host at our home in Leamington Spa, it was decided that my talk would be filmed in advance at a specially organised Kitchenorium event.
In preparation for being filmed, I attempted the 10 day video challenge set by Gary from Leamington Hour. The idea was to record a short video everyday for ten days and post them on social media. I managed to do seven videos and they weren't on consecutive days, but it did help me to feel more confident when the film crew arrived at our TEDx Leamington Spa event. Here is my favourite of the seven:
October 2017
After weeks of planning and anticipation, the day of filming arrived, along with some nervousness!
The house filled up with eight specially invited dinner guests and six members of the filming team. We served a two course Italian menu with vegetarian option, and it was all caught on camera:
Just a few days later it was the Speaker Mixer – an opportunity to get together with the other speakers, performers, organisers, speaker coaches and volunteers. There was a bring-and-share buffet so I took along some of my famous chocolate brownies:
November 2017
Two weeks before the big day, the Dress Rehearsal was held in the event venue, and this was my first chance to see the video which had been edited from all that footage into a 5 minute documentary. It was an odd feeling watching myself up on a big screen, but also exhilarating!
Inspired by the 'Home' exhibition at local art gallery Slate, held in conjunction with TEDx Leamington Spa, I recorded a few videos on the topic of #HomeIsWhereTheArtIs and here is my favourite of these:
During the last 24 hours before the big day I was occupied with printing and folding Kitchenorium flyers to go into the event goody bags, and then helping out with filling the goody bags full of fabulous stuff:


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Morning Headlines 3/10/16
VA names companies to share in $22 billion IT overhaul
The VA awards $22.3 billion in contracts to Booz Allen Hamilton, IBM, and Accenture as part of a department wide initiative to revamp IT systems. The project does not include funding to modernize or replace Vista, the EHR platform used by the VA.
e-MDs to Acquire Ambulatory Software Technology Assets from McKesson
E-MDs will acquire a number of McKesson ambulatory practice products, including Practice Choice, Medisoft, Lytec, and Practice Partner. Financial terms were not disclosed.
Theranos Ran Tests Despite Quality Problems
The Wall Street Journal reports that results from a 2015 CMS inspection of the Newark, California-based Theranos lab suggest that the company had been knowingly processing PT/INR tests on equipment that was generating erroneous results.
How Nash UNC improved care and added $1.5 million in revenue by deploying smartphones in the ER
UNC Nash Health Care (NC) generated $1.5 million in new revenue after issuing clinicians in the ED dedicated smart phones that were integrated with the hospital's EHR. ED length of stay fell by 27 minutes and wait time for an inpatient bed assignment fell by 57 percent.


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Saturday, July 25, 2015
X-MEN: DAYS OF FUTURE PAST--The Rogue Cut
I've always been a fan of the X-Men movie series. I believe that out of all the movies based on comic books, the X-Men films are by far the best in terms of overall consistency and quality (and yes, I'm rating them over all the movies based on the various Avengers characters).
When one thinks about it, the first film in the series, X-MEN (2000), is one of the most influential pictures of the last twenty years. It was influential due to the fact that it proved a comic book film not featuring Superman or Batman could be made and be successful among critics and audiences. If X-MEN had turned out badly, it's highly doubtful that the Spider-Man or Iron Man franchises would have been attempted.
X-MEN grounded its many characters in a realistic world, and made these characters accessible to both regular moviegoers and comic geeks (not an easy thing to do). It helped that director Bryan Singer was able to assemble an amazing cast....and of course one member of that cast became a breakout star in his own right playing the Wolverine--Hugh Jackman. (Perhaps the only other actor who has done as well as Jackman has playing a comic book hero in multiple films is Robert Downey Jr. as Tony Stark.)
Many consider X-2: X-MEN UNITED to be even better than the first, and it at least has to be considered one of the best sequels ever made. X-MEN: THE LAST STAND gets a lot of grief from fans, but I think that is because the movie just doesn't live up to the first two films--THE LAST STAND isn't really that bad (at least I don't think it is).
X-MEN ORIGINS: WOLVERINE also gets some grief....but for the purposes of this blog post I'm not going to count that and THE WOLVERINE as true X-MEN movies. So that lets me jump over to X-MEN: FIRST CLASS, a kind of "re-boot" that took the bold step of going into the past and recasting many of the characters, yet at the same time still using all the X-Men movie history that had been laid down before. I was a bit skeptical about FIRST CLASS, but I would up loving it.
So now we finally get to X-MEN: DAYS OF FUTURE PAST, which was released in theaters last year. Now we get a special Blu-ray edition of that film with a different version than the theatrical cut.
This "Rogue Cut" of DAYS OF FUTURE PAST is about 17 minutes longer than the original version. As soon as DAYS OF FUTURE PAST was released to theaters there were internet rumors about a sub-plot featuring Anna Paquin as Rogue being cut out of the film. That sub-plot has been restored, along with more scenes with Jennifer Lawrence as Mystique and a few odds and ends.
Is this "Rogue Cut" must-see material? Well, for me, personally, DAYS OF FUTURE PAST was fine exactly the way it was. Original X-Men director Bryan Singer scored a major coup in pulling off a multi-generational X-Men (and Women) team-up. In my opinion it is one of the best comic book movies ever made. Having the Wolverine act as the "bridge" between the two generations of X-Men is a great concept, especially since the Wolverine is usually portrayed as a lost, loner type. In this film the Wolverine has to be the "leader", so to speak. It is to Hugh Jackman's credit that his playing of the Wolverine has never seemed boring or one-note--he is still able to make the character fresh and appealing, even after doing it for 15 years.
What really made X-Men movie fans happy was that the ending of DAYS OF FUTURE PAST cleared the decks and righted the ship, story wise. (I do have to point out that the next film in the series, X-MEN: APOCALYPSE, is supposed to be set in the early 1980s, which means the series continuity will probably get all screwed up again.)
The Rogue Cut is an interesting variation on DAYS OF FUTURE PAST, but I honestly don't think it improves the film very much. The much-ballyhooed sequence with Anna Paquin's Rogue appears tacked on, even though it is explained in the Blu-ray's extras that the sequence was supposed to be in the film in the first place. Cynics will say that the whole point of the Rogue sequence was for Fox to come out with another version of the film for people to buy (and this guy bought it).
This Blu-ray has a 52-minute featurette on the making of the film, with input from just about all of the important members of the cast and crew. It's informative, but it does veer a bit into the "This is the greatest project I've ever worked on!" publicity-fluff territory. There's a photo gallery and commentaries, but the best thing about the Blu-ray is that you get the theatrical cut of DAYS OF FUTURE PAST as well.
If you do not own DAYS OF FUTURE PAST on home video and you want to get it, this is the version to buy. If you had already bought the movie when it first came out on Blu-ray, you might be ticked off that this new version has been released. If you are a huge fan of the X-Men movie franchise I would say yes, you should buy this Blu-ray. Besides, there's nothing wrong with seeing more of a naked blue Jennifer Lawrence.
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This gets back to the sugar vs. acid question. If the white wine was made for mass appeal, it probably had much of the acid removed so it shouldn't be aged at all. If the wine was made to allow the fruit and the acid to balance, there is a good chance to improve that white wine with age (for at least a couple of years). If you are going to attempt to age white wine, we recommend drinking on the young side of mature rather than letting it get over the hill.
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It is a fact that there is violence being witnessed all over the world. Every person wants the situation to be reformed. According to the law of nature, we cannot change people. There is only one option before us, that is, to educate people about the teaching of tolerance. This teaching is universally accepted as coexistence. The need of the hour is to apply this principle in the field of religion as well. Peace and harmony are the greatest need of the times.
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A prominent Facebook group has become a web series. I F**king Love Science, which examines the natural world through humor, inspirational text, and awesome photos, has joined the Revision3 network with a new show that delivers the day's science news, focusing on stories that are humorous, strange, and awe-inspiring.
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This Week in Popculture's Cube: Standard Rotation – Out with the Old…
With Khans of Tarkir releasing this month, one of the major events of each Magic Year takes place: the Standard Rotation. Like the Long Count undertaken by the ancient Mayans, which predicted the passing away of the Old World, the Standard Rotation includes the passing away of an old block and core set, while a new block begins.
This time around, the mega-popular Return to Ravnica block, as well as the M14 Core Set, are rotating out of standard play and into oblivion (or modern, as the case may be).
I enjoyed Return to Ravnica – the block marked the first time that I ever took part in constructed competitive play (with the premier of my RW Boros Hope Springs Eternal deck that never did very well, despite its many incarnations), and the beginning of my interest in making decks that are more than two colors.
Though I know we're all excited about Khans (I know I am… Abzan is totally my new jam, and Empty the Pits will find a place in many of my EDH decks, just as Army of the Damned did before it), I thought it would be a good time to bow our heads and reverently look back at some of the great (and not-so-great) things the past meta brought us.
What will I miss?
1. Orzhov Taxes: Let's face it – out of all the Guild-specific mechanics in RtR, Extort was probably the best. It's a simple premise: play a spell, pay a black or white mana, your opponent loses a life and you gain a life. And yet, so elegant. Combined especially with Theros-block cards like Grim Guardian, Underworld Coinsmith, Erebos, Whip of Erebos, and Gray Merchant of Asphodel, BW and mono-black had some nasty ways to knocking your opponent's life total down.
2. Corpsejack Menace: Playing was a lot more fun in a BUG deck when he was on the board. If you were working the Simic Evolve mechanic, things could get out of hand very quickly as you started putting double the number of +1/+1 counters on members of your team. My favorite was using him with Primordial Hydra in casual play. Ouch.
3. Boros Reckoner/Spark Trooper: Quite possibly two of the best RW-related cards to come out of the last few blocks. Boros Reckoner, literally, made my opponents say "Uh-oh" every time he came out on the board. He was also basically the very best removal bait out there – frequently he didn't stay on the board too long. Spark Trooper, I feel, is the most undervalued card in Gatecrash. That little beauty saved me in more games than I can count, so long as he got onto the battlefield. A 6/1 Trample/Lifelink/Haste is not to be mocked.
4. The Rakdos "One-Two" Punch: As befitted its nature, BR had a number of very good, savage cards, but for my money, the best Rakdos combo was this: Turn 1 – Rakdos Cackler (unleashed). Turn 2 – Rakdos Shred-Freak. Swing for 4. Oftentimes your opponent is still getting set up and has little to nothing on the board. This gave you a tremendous lead very quickly, and if you kept up the BR weenies then you likely had the game in the bag. Also, well-placed Dreadbores made a lot of difference.
5. Selesnya Stompage: Being a GW/Junk fan, I was disappointed that Selesnya, out of all of the Guilds, never really got off the ground as a viable option in standard. They had some amazing cards (Collective Blessing, Armada Wurm, Trostani's Summoner) but they were simply too over-costed to make much of a splash in the format. Things like Selesnya Charm and Voice of Resurgence did find their way into standard (and modern) decks, however. But I think they'll find new life after rotation: I love running the RtR Selesnya cards in my fun modern token aggro deck.
And good riddance to…
1. UW Control: Quite possibly the most broken deck list in standard at the end of rotation. Basically, if you weren't playing UW control at a Game Day or FNM, you were a chump (read: Me). A highly predictable deck list (hmm… let me see… Supreme Verdicts, Sphinx's Revelation, Archangel of Thune, splash black for Blood Baron of Vizkopa or green for a Kiora? Check, check and check) that you just couldn't see any way to get around.
2. Overly expensive lands: Shocklands were the bane of the existence of me and other players who simply didn't want to have to have $100 land bases in their standard decks. Yes, I know they needed them in RtR for flavor. Yes, I realize that they dropped the price of shocks for those people wanting to play modern. And Mutavault! I'm glad to see this M14 darling go, but not because I think it's particularly onerous in any certain deck; I hate this card simply because every standard deck list at the end of rotation ran four of them. Every deck list. For those of us who don't care to spend $20-$30 per card, Mutavault was the most annoying land out there.
3. Pack Rat: Another one of those cards that seemed ubiquitous (and everywhere, too), but this time in any deck with black mana. This is the other standard deck list you were likely to see at FNM or Game Day, whether it be mono-black or BG aggro. Essentially, any deck with Pack Rat in it immediately became a Pack Rat deck – and they also consistently ran Mutavaults, additionally earning the ire of thrifty home-brewers.
4. Maze's End Fog: A wholly annoying deck that, honestly, I was shocked I didn't see more of. The concept was this: use Maze's End to tutor up Gates, and use fog effects to block any damage dealt to you, until you had 10 Gates and won. This strategy effectively shut down your opponent (provided they didn't have any counter spells) and gave you leisure to finish the game in peace. Your opponent, however, in the meantime wished they'd brought a book along.
5. Sphere of Safety: Another "shut you down" card that hurt very, very badly. It's a simple 5 CMC enchantment – "Creatures can't attack you or a planeswalker you control unless their controller pays X for each of those creatures, where X is the number of enchantments you control." Doesn't sound too bad. But if, for instance, you're running plenty of enchantment creatures, etc., very, very soon your opponent can't attack at all (unless they have some ways to answer enchantments), and they watch you have your fun the rest of the game and start texting on their phones.


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Imperial Jewelry Case
Since the 1917 Revolution, all manner of wild tales have circulated about the fate of the Romanov jewels. Some are completely fanciful while others are at least rooted in fact, including the use of precious gems used as collateral when the Bolsheviks secured a desperately needed $25,000 loan from the Irish Republic in 1919. The jewels traveled to New York where they were given to Irish envoy, Harry Boland who then took them to Ireland where he stashed them in his mother's home in Dublin. Mrs. Boland kept the jewels hidden until 1938 when they were removed to government buildings and, believe it or not, forgotten for a decade! A new Irish government discovered them and proposed auctioning them off, but negotiations with the Soviets finally secured repayment of the loan, and the gems were returned to Moscow in 1950.
Then there's the fantastic tale from Los Angeles socialite Patte Barham, stepdaughter of George Meshki-Gleboff, a Russian purporting to be an intimate aide to the imperial family at the time of the revolution. The Empress Alexandra supposedly ordered him to take seven coffins (!) filled with Romanov treasures and deposit the contents in Beijing's Bank of China. Enroute, Meshki-Gleboff claimed he was set upon by bandits in Mongolia but managed to escape and bury the loot in the middle of the Gobi Desert. Barham says she lost her stepfather's map to the site but insists she knows the treasure's location. Historians say the tsarina might have entertained the notion of sending a few gems to London, but never somewhere as unstable as the Bank of China. It has not gone unnoted that the imperial family totaled seven members, the same number of the alleged coffins.
And finally we have those jewels that disappeared along with the imperial family. When Nicholas and Alexandra were placed under house arrest and told to pack for Tobolsk, they took enough luggage to fill an entire train car. Their baggage contained plenty of jewelry and unset stones as they still nurtured the dream of asylum in England. In Tobolsk, their trusted valet smuggled, according to some, several jars of jewels to the Mother Superior of the Tobolsk Ivanovski Monastery. Before her death she entrusted them to her assistant who in turn gave them to a close friend, Vasily Kornilov, who took them from the convent before it was closed by the Communists. In 1933, under interrogation, Kornilov revealed the location of the jewels, and they were subsequently photographed, catalogued and sent to Moscow to be broken up. The larger stones, those over 25 carats, were kept by the Diamond Fund, and the remainder were privately sold. The truth about the jewels was a closely guarded secret until 1996, and the other jars, if indeed they existed, were never found.
Despite leaving so many jewels behind, the imperial family took plenty to Ekaterinburg as well, some of which were stitched into the girdles of the four daughters. They were accidentally discovered after deflecting bullets when the Romanovs were murdered in 1918. These and other jewels, along with icons, books and other personal possessions, were recovered from the house where the family had been imprisoned. They too were catalogued, photographed and sent to Moscow and included an incredible eight pounds of diamonds and other precious stones.
The Romanovs are the subject of my time travel book, Past Time.
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One cannot imagine the wealth! Also, one cannot imagine the attempts to find the missing jewels.
Thank you for this informative article. There are several facts in it that I was not aware of concerning the Imperial Family. Also, I had never seen the photograph of the diadem, either. Keep up the great work with your travel book and I hope that you include more articles about the Romanovs!
Oh Michael, how I miss you and your beautiful mind!


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If someone asked me if I was a Christian and I were to be perfectly honest, I'd have to say no.
I've slowly come to terms with this. For a long time a lot of what I did or the decisions I made were based on what I thought I was "supposed to do." One of those things was being a Christian. The best metaphor I can come up with is Santa Claus. When I was little, I believed in Santa because my parents told me he was real. As I got older I started to realize that some of the gifts from "Santa" I had seen in shopping bags or closets, but I still "believed" because I thought that if I didn't I wouldn't get as many presents. In the same way, my parents, friends, mentors, etc. told me that Jesus was God's son and I believed it. Like so many other topics that I just assumed were true because others told me they were, I started to question it. Honestly, the doubt was there all the way back in high school when I was in Campus Life. Don't get me wrong, it's a wonderful organization and I don't regret any of it. But every time someone shared their "moment they accepted Christ" story, I felt awkward. I didn't have that moment. I believed I was a Christian, but in reality, I had just never questioned it. For a long while now, I've known that I don't really believe in Christ as the son of God. I think it's just taken a while for me to come to terms with that.
I've also given a lot of thought to how I feel about Christianity in general. Specifically, I wanted to make sure that my beliefs weren't rooted in not wanting to be associated with certain "Christians." For example, I despise the Westboro Baptist Church. Those people are filled with so much hate towards everyone that I can't see how they even call themselves Christians. But, despite my feelings towards a group like that, it doesn't have an effect on my beliefs.
What do I believe in? I do believe in God or at least that there is a god. Some scientists will say that the Earth is just the place where the right random circumstances came to be to create life. I believe that there's still something to life itself that science will never explain. Bodies are basically just machines. Wonderful, amazing, growing, self-repairing machines, but still just machines. That spark that makes something more than just a machine, the self-awareness that has no reason to be there and sometimes no reason to go is something entirely different.
Just because I'm not a Christian doesn't mean that I've lost all of my morals. There are two phrases that come to mind. "Do unto others as you would have them do unto you" and "life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness." It doesn't get much simpler than that. They're basically saying the same thing just in different ways. Do what you feel is right to make yourself happy, but don't do something that takes away other people's right to do the same. Obviously the world is not black and white, but that provides a pretty solid starting point.
My point? Please don't take this as me saying that every Christian out there is wrong. That's not what I'm saying at all. Basically I just wanted to share this with my friends and family because when topics of religion come up, I feel like I'm hiding or lying to them. That shouldn't be the case in the relationships that matter most in my life.
P.S. I've closed comments on this particular post because I don't want this to become a place where my friends or family will have an argument. If anyone wants to have a reasonable discussion with me about any of the above, you are more than welcome to contact me about it. I always try to be open to new information challenging my views or the way I think.


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Monday, January 23rd, 2017
Jill & David Wagner cook Sausage & Biscuits w/Gravy
Actress Jill Wagner and her dad show you how to makes delicious comfort food of sausage & biscuits with gravy. She also talks about being raised by her dad and how they're both motorcycle enthusiasts.
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Monthly Archives: September 2009
Yemen's Southern Front
Gallup recently conducted a poll in Yemen examining issues related to governance which revealed a concerning difference between the opinions of respondents in the former North and former South which were unified in 1990. On a number of items, ordinary citizens in the North were shown to have much higher trust in national institutions. For example, major differences were seen in levels of trust in the national government and local police with 59% of northerners indicating that they trusted the national government while 50% said they trusted the police. On the other hand, only 29% of southerners trusted these two institutions. Continue reading
Hamas' Dilemma
Two recent pieces in the NY Times and in Foreign Affairs have highlighted the challenges that Hamas has been facing from religious extremists in Gaza over recent months. They both note the armed confrontation with Jund Ansar Allah as well as criticisms by some that Hamas has not fully implemented the shari'a. Although some of its more radical supporters have attempted to institute certain dress restrictions for women and girls or other elements of Islamic law, senior officials have routinely overturned the edict. Continue reading
The Decline of Hamas?
A recent poll by Stan Greenberg has revealed that support for Hamas is relatively low in both Gaza and the West Bank. Within Gaza, 42% of respondents indicated that they disapproved strongly while a further 16% said that they disapprove of Hamas. In the West Bank, attitudes towards Hamas were somewhat less extreme, with only 16% of respondents stating that they strongly disapprove of Hamas and 41% saying that they disapproved. Continue reading


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In your reply on "saved through evangelism" dated June 29th, 2010, you referred His will "My Father's will is that everyone who looks to the Son and believes in Him will have eternal life." John 6:40. OK, but here the point is DOING HIS WILL. If we are not doing His will we would not be in His kingdom . Matt. 7:21 says "Not everyone who says Lord, Lord will enter the kingdom of heaven but only he who does the will of my Father who is in heaven. "NOT EVERY ONE" this phrase is very important in this verse, some would make it and some would not. Those who say Lord, Lord and do His will as well would enter the heavenly kingdom and those who say only Lord, Lord would not.
Doing the father's will means relying 100% on the Lord's death as payment in full for your sins. John 6:40 says everyone who looks to the Son and believes in Him gets eternal life. Therefore believing in the Son is doing the will of the Father. John 3:16 and John 6:28-29 confirm this.
And remember, Matt. 7:15-23 is aimed specifically at false prophet and was not meant for general application. The phrase not everyone in Matt: 7:21 means some who say "Lord,Lord", are not believing in the Son, and therefore are not doing the will of the Father, even though they prophesy, perform miracles and cast out demons. In Matt. 7:23 Jesus didn't say to them. "I knew you once but no longer do" as if they weren't doing enough to keep themselves saved. He said, "I never knew you" meaning they were never saved, and that's why they won't be in the Kingdom.


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Have you ever thought about developing your own line of stamping plates but found the process daunting and minimum order quantities required put the idea out of reach?
Messy Mansion has just opened it's designer program to help budding plate designers get started, and will help you through every step of the way.
With an initial investment as low as a few hundred dollars to cover the first round of manufacturing expenses, you can get your new brand launched and in front of thousands of stamping fans!
Upon registering your interest, we'll send you a template file for the 7cm plates in .svg format to use as the basis of your designs. The SVG format is a vector file format which can be used in all of the poplular vector editing programs, as well as free software programs such as Inkscape.
(1) Once you have completed your design, send your design to us and remit your initial investment to get the ball rolling.
(2) We will then review your design and make any suggestions (such as if the lines are too fine etc.) and work with you to get a great result.
(3) We will then forward your design to our manufacturers to have samples made. Once we have received the samples, we will retain one to test and also send you samples for your testing. We may suggest any final adjustments at this point to ensure that the designs all transfer well to the nail.
(4) Once the file has been adjusted we will work with the manufacturer to have 100 plates produced for you. These can either be shipped directly to you or to us. (If you wish to split shipping, and have, say, half sent to you and half to us, there will be an additional shipping cost incurred.)
(5) Once we have received the completed plates, we will market and sell them for you at our standard price point of $7 USD. Profit from the plates will be split 50/50, so you will receive the manufacturing cost back plus your profit share for every plate sold. These earnings are remitted to you on a monthly basis. We cover the following from our share of the profit: plate storage, marketing, promotion, packing and picking, and packaging.
If this is something that appeals to you, please contact us at firstname.lastname@example.com to receive further details and the .svg template file.
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Well, don't you think working in the food service industry is the most satisfying career one can have? I will tell you why.
For all food lovers – who constitute a core part of the entire global population; visiting hotels and experiencing new delicacies is an essential part of our lives. Perhaps, we are struggling hard to earn enough and make this a regular affair.On the other hand, there are people working in this food industry, who are getting paid for preparing, styling and tasting mouth watering and appealing dishes. Isn't that great?
Besides, American economic statistics show that food service industries are going to add a number of new jobs in the coming years. Thus, making a career in this industry sounds interesting and equally rewarding.
Therefore, to throw some light on different available careers in the food industry, listed below are some of the job profiles in this industry.
Careers in food industry:
Food Scientist:
Every mall or shopping center you may visit maintains a separate section for food. There we find a variety of edibles of different taste, aroma and color. Now, for those of us who are a little foodie and are considerably less health conscious, do not really look into the "nutritious" value of food items. We rather go for the "taste" factor.
However, there is someone who is ensuring the health content in all available edibles. They are known as Food scientists. They are responsible for examining different eatables before they reach the market. They test items on various factors – allowable food color or essence, minimum level of nutrients every food item needs to contain, suitability for different age groups, etc.
Food Stylist:
Tasting a new dish largely depends on its look or appearance. When a food "looks" to be tasty, we assume it to be delicious and therefore taste it. Isn't that true?
Now, as there are various methods of cooking different dishes using same ingredients; there are also various methods of garnishing or presenting it. And this calls for another lucrative profession. Food stylist are professionals who are skilled to design any particular dish in the most appetizing and attractive manner.
These designs are then used by chefs for plate presentation. Further, they are also photographed which appear on menu cards, magazines or portraits that are used as decors in different restaurants and hotels.
Culinary Trendologist:
Now, how do you think all hotel managers are serving gluten-free dishes simultaneously? A few years back, this was not the trend. We did not even know about these health cautious dishes. Growing health issues amongst individuals made them opt for these dishes. And no sooner people opted for these dishes, they were made available in different tastes and appearance across all hotels.
Culinary Trendologist are professionals who keep into account these growing changes and inform hotel managers about the same. Chefs then work on developing new dishes to meet customer demands. Dishes that get popular among people are always placed on the top listings of menu cards. These professionals carry out extensive research to find out dishes that are popular, so that they can find their place on menu cards and shelves.
Besides hotels, they also work on meals that are served on airplanes or cruises. Therefore, studying local trends is not their only task; they also explore international food habits and choices people make.
Chocolate Explorer:
Taking a bite of your favorite dark chocolate bar, you almost fall in love with those cacao beans – core ingredient of your chocolate. Now, you know cacao beans are not easily available in every garden you come across. And not all those make chocolates, that make you fall in love with.
They need to be hunted, tested and then approved by making some mouth watering, delicious, lovable chocolates.
Flavor Tester:
Every innovation may not be strikingly good. Some dishes may work well only for the chef and his family!
Others may not just approve of those. So, before prepared dishes reach customers, they are tasted by flavor testers to ensure that their customers are surely going to like these preparations.
They just don't outrightly reject preparations and rather suggest few changes that can enhance the taste and quality of the dishes. Sometimes, they also work on creating new flavors as well. They also spend considerable time in tasting every new ingredient that strikes the market and then using them in different combinations to prepare dishes. Ice cream makers mostly hire these professionals. And there they are popularly known as Flavor Gurus.
Brew masters work in brewing establishments and carry out different chemical procedures to prepare a unique and perfect mug of beer.
Preparing beers involve different fermenting procedures. Selecting core ingredients and then combining these to prepare the drink. More or less, beer ingredients remain the same. However, brew master's potentiality is determined by his selection of the process that prepares the intermediate product named wort. The taste, texture, fragrance of the drink depends on this product primarily.
Witnessing that smile on someone's face that is brought about by tasting the dish you prepared is so satisfying that it cannot be compared to anything else in the world. This becomes an overwhelming scenario, when you are also getting lucrative salaries in addition to witnessing those happy moments.
The listing above does not follow any order of preference. They are just a few of the mentioned jobs available within the industry. And there are an enormous number of job scopes that you can explore. All these job profiles require specific and relevant education in the field. We have different culinary institutes that offer specialization courses from which you can opt for.
This was all about careers in the food industry. Hope you found this article resourceful and significant to your search query.


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Representation, colour and seeing.
For beginners and improvers
Whilst we are in lock-down, we are offering periods of short courses of still life sessions over 6 weeks. These sessions are streamed live through Zoom with private interaction via email with the tutor.
- Learn to paint directly in oil paint
- Unpack the secrets of great composition
- Explore colour and how to mix it
- Work from still life and the human figure
- Become expert in studio practice
- Get close support from experts
When we learn to paint in oils we bring together a wide range of creative skills. Drawing, so fundamental to the visual arts needs to be mastered with a method for nailing proportion. Add to that an understanding of tone, line, colour, edge, composition, design, texture and so on and the task can appear mammoth. Like an elephant, mammoths are eaten one bite at a time, with Clare those bites become appetising mouthfuls garnished with good humour.
In this course Clare works with you at the level you find yourself. Skills will be built when required and with agreement a programme will be developed to best bring you towards excellence. Clare works with deep principles that underlie representational, impressionistic or abstracted images giving you the freedom to develop your own voice whilst exercising artistic rigour. "Thinking abstractly to create representation" is how she puts it. It is not a specific method or series of steps but rather a training of the sensibilities.
Rather than creating a finished masterpiece, Clare will introduce a series of exercises to allow you to gain experience and skills in working from still life or the figure, interpreting what we see with paint and colour shapes, to build experience as a painter, to ask questions, explore colour and try to understand how to represent what we see with paint.
She is endlessly supportive and has a gentle touch whilst being relentless in pushing you towards your best.
A studio day might include working from still life or the nude model in oils or charcoal. Demonstration will be given and plenty of one on one tuition. Different themes and ideas will be introduced dynamically in response to the progress of the individual and the group.
Clare's approach starts with a series of questions about what we see: to define a well-composed statement about the drama of colour, tone and edge out of which emerges the illusion of form. She will teach us a realist method that grows from the abstract qualities of what we see. As such it is suitable for beginners and those wishing to refine their technique.
The method you will be taught is part of a long tradition of direct or 'alla prima' painting – the paint is applied in its final colour directly to the canvas without under painting, glazes or scumbles.
Once mastered it is a quick and effective way of painting images with great subtlety or intensity.
When learning to paint we try to keep things simple so that may mean using a reduced palette and painting just a few objects.
Subjects will include still life. When we paint still life we are often describing simple regular forms like vases and bottles. The skills put in place support more complex forms as we progress.
Some days you will work from the nude model, a perfect and traditional subject when learning to paint. If you can paint the human figure you're well placed to tackle other genres.
You will work in the studio with Clare painting and demonstrating alongside you and giving you plenty of one on one tuition. These are small groups so you are guaranteed attention.
Over the course Clare will shepherd us from blinking incomprehension through tentative steps and finally quiet confidence as we learn to see the light that falls rather than that which it falls upon.
She will introduce us to the materials so that we will be able to choose surfaces, brushes and paints that best serve our purposes. Colour mixing will be explained so that you will be able to mix the colour that you see or the one you want to see. Care of brushes, palette and so on will be picked up along the way as we all go about the business of being an artist for the day.
The studio day is broken by lunch at 1.00pm Lunch is shared around a table, life is too short to slum it. If you have a special diet you are welcome to bring your own food or have a word with us and we'll see what we can do, in any case food is largely vegetarian and very modestly priced.
About Clare
Acclaimed artist Clare Haward's work appears in galleries around the country and in many private collections. She regularly exhibits in national shows and competitions. Her quixotic approach to painting confounded the presenters on the recent Sky Landscape Artist of the year for which she was selected. Her approach is rigorous and sensual, sensitive to colour and composition, edge and tone. Clare is acutely aesthetic with an exquisite colour sense and best of all she's a fine communicator.
What some of Clare's students say about working with her:
"Clare is a sensitive teacher who gives you tailored advice to improve your own painting technique. After being taught by Clare I have noticed a big change in my ability to translate the colours that I see onto the canvas, and her words of wisdom have been a huge support throughout my artistic development." – Lauren
"Clare's method of painting is so completely different from mine that I felt I was exploring very new ground. Her personality and teaching approach are very thoughtful, caring and gentle in manner. She has a very intelligent insight into how best to explain her work and how different learners require different approaches." – Robert
"I really enjoyed the way we just jumped straight in and got painting. Clare is encouraging in a constructive and helpful way. I know I'm terrible for giving up on a piece and moving on if I don't feel it's going well and she's great at telling me which bit to look at/work on next and see that there's (usually!) something worth persevering with." – Emma
"I have loved doing Clare's class. She is inspiring, patient and encouraging. I haven't painted for years, so Clare's class has been immensely helpful in removing my fear of putting paint on canvas, and seeing improvement as we've progressed is quite fulfilling! I'd highly recommend it for anyone wishing to paint!" – Charlie
"Clare was encouraging with my painting efforts in many ways. She provided a challenging project yet was also patient with me carrying it out. She taught one of the most important skills and that was "how to see." I'd definitely recommend her class to anyone keen to develop their painting skills." – Doug
Course fees
Fees for six full days £350
Concessions may be available upon request. We no longer offer half day sessions.
If you'd like to talk to Clare about any aspect of this course please email her directly on firstname.lastname@example.com or ring the Dulwich Art Group on 0770 4450 169
Registration & Payment
You can secure your place on the course through the online booking process and payment of a £50 deposit or full amount.


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John Baimba Sesay
Our resolve as a nation has been tested again. It has often been tested; a decade long civil war that led to the death of thousands of our people; an Ebola outbreak that saw the demise of our beloved ones and just recently, we have been hit by a disastrous mudslide, killing hundreds of people including women and children. Psychologically, we are broken, emotionally, we are shattered. But by our faith, we shall remain strong and be hopeful that with God, we shall rise again for we are a resilient nation. We fought a civil war for a decade, then came a time to put an end to it. We did that, today becoming a global example on issues of peace keeping and building.
That we were able to fight a deadly virus was also demonstrative of our commitment to work collectively as a nation. The Ebola virus snatched away thousands of our beloved compatriots; we mourned, we screamed but eventually came to the conclusion that it was the Will of God and in Him and only Him should we look forward to, for comfort. Our faith is shaken but we should be firmed. Collectively as a country, we have come a long way. With the astute leadership provided by the President and government, we have made progress in a range of sectors. We have rebuilt our infrastructure; we have positioned our image well, globally. Yes, we have been hit by a plethora of challenges but never have we succumbed to such challenges for we have always stood above them.
I visited the mudslide scene together with the country's Vice President, Ambassador Bockarie Foh, who, just like his (our) Boss the President, was shaken and heartbroken seeing the level of destruction and lives taken by the mudslide. They, like the entire nation, literally are in tears this moment. So far, the President, ably assisted by his Vice, has provided the needed leadership in terms of general government response. This has been another difficult and challenging period for our country's leadership. But as we saw in the President's efforts in handling the Ebola outbreak, I am certain, that we shall live up to expectations. At the highest level, there has been effective coordination of responses both in terms of logistical and human resource support.
We may have our differences yes, but we are a nation that can also be united for a common course and purpose. Our national response to the recent mudslide disaster is just one of several pointers to how united we could be. The intervention of our security forces, including the Military, Police, and Fire Force was timely, same with the role played by our youth. And as we go through the psychological trauma and other challenges left by the recent mudslide we should bear in mind that God's plan for mankind shall never be challenged. It was touching and tough when the President said "we would" as a nation "bury our beloved ones" but that our hopes will not be buried. His words should give us courage that all is not lost. It also encourages us to continue to demonstrate the resilient nature we are known for.
The response especially from countries like the United Kingdom, the People's Republic of China and from our African sister nations like Guinea, Liberia, Senegal, Ivory Coast, Togo, Liberia, and others has all been commendable and for which we should be grateful. It is, in my view, a show of how our country's leadership has positioned itself globally over the years. The arrival today, 19th August, of the Ghanaian Vice President has also been in conformity with the African solidarity and a total show of support and a demonstration of brotherhood. This has been impressive. We say thank you all for standing by us during this difficult period in our history.
May the departed souls Rest in Peace. May God continue to direct our country's leadership during this challenging period! We shall overcome though we are a nation in tears at the moment!


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This recipe is an adaptation of the popular soup called caldillo de congrio, which is traditionally made with eel. Amazing Seafood Recipes
How to Make It
Heat the olive oil in a large enameled cast-iron casserole. Add the leeks, onion, carrot and garlic and cook over moderately low heat until softened but not browned, about 10 minutes. Add the tomatoes, bell pepper, oregano, paprika and bay leaf and cook, stirring, for another 3 minutes. Pour in the diluted clam juice and wine and season with salt and pepper. Cover and simmer over low heat for 20 minutes.
Meanwhile, in a medium saucepan, boil the potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15 minutes; drain.
Bring the soup to a boil. Add the cooked potatoes, sea bass, mussels, clams and shrimp. Cover and simmer over moderate heat until the clams and mussels open; remove them with tongs as they are done. Continue cooking until all of the fish is cooked through, about 8 minutes total. Return the clams and mussels to the casserole. Sprinkle with the minced cilantro and scallions and serve.


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Distal Needle Acupuncture (DNA) in Austin, TX
Distal Needle Acupuncture (DNA) in Austin, TX
Here at Deep Relief Austin, we make it a focus to discuss the types of pain our clients experience, and determine the type of acupuncture that is best suited for addressing those needs. One treatment option we may want to consider is known as distal needle acupuncture, which is a methodology that has many advantages over traditional acupuncture while effectively addressing pain in certain areas of the body.
If you are interested in scheduling your appointment or want to learn more about all of our acupuncture treatments in Austin, Texas, call us today at 512-529-0027 or use our form to book an appointment.
What is Distal Needle Acupuncture?
Acupuncture is meant to work with your body, not against it. Often when a patient comes in with pain in their body, their assumption is that the needles will be placed in the spot of the pain. But the nerves and muscles in the body do not always rely on localized treatments:
- The source of the pain may not be where the pain is experienced.
- Addressing the pain may require treatment points away from the source of the pain.
The former is already well known in medical circles. It is sometimes referred to as "referred pain." Pain in the leg, for example, may be due to an injury in the lower back – not the leg itself. For the latter, how your blood flows and where your nerves send their impulses is as important to treatment as addressing the pain itself.
Distal Needle Acupuncture, or DNA, is a type of acupuncture treatment that uses areas on the periphery of the limbs (the "distal" region) to treat pains closer to the center of your body. By directing blood flow to your extremities and addressing some of the points responsible for referred pain, we can treat pain with:
- Fewer Needles
- Fully Clothed Treatment
- Effective Results with Instant Relief
All of which make the process preferable depending on the type of pain that is being addressed. Distal Needle Acupuncture is also known as "Balance Method Acupuncture" and "I Ching Acupuncture."
Contact Deep Relief Austin for Distal Needle Acupuncture in Austin, TX
At Deep Relief Austin, we believe in taking a scientific approach to our acupuncture treatments. Often we find that distal acupuncture is the best choice for our patients, combining effective results with a more pleasant treatment experience. To find out more our DNA, or any of our acupuncture services in Austin, please contact us today at 512-529-0027.


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It matters to make a good first impression on a business meeting. This can help you get the deal that you've been waiting for, while this can also destroy you and your company's image. The first impression starts from a proper outfit, and it can tell some aspects of your personality. It can unconsciously tell your client how responsible and type of leader you are. For this reason, it is important to dress to impress.
General Rule for a Corporate Outfit
The first rule is not to wear any garment that exposes much skin. Women must not wear a skirt that's shorter from 1-inch above the knee. It is unacceptable to wear a sleeveless shirt, shorts, tank tops, flip-flops, and the like on a business meeting. Remember that you are there to discuss your ideas or proposals and not to distract them.
According to 34sp.com, 20% of workers think that those who wear casual outfits are slackers.
55% of workers believe that appropriate business attire influences their productivity.
Meanwhile, 66% of workers believe that workers on a higher position should be more dressed to show power and gain people's respect.
Furthermore, it is also important to consider the nature of your workplace. The nature of your work can give you an idea the appropriate clothes to wear. Aside from that, it is important to consider the people who you're meeting with. Research is essential on this part especially if you're meeting with clients of a different culture. Remember not to dress more elegant or prettier than your boss, dress according to your role in the company.
Choose garments that are comfortable to wear. You don't want to destroy your first impression by appearing sweaty or irritated in front of your client.
Perfect Outfit for Men
The overall goal for a perfect business outfit is to look clean and classy. That's why it is important to avoid garments with eye-catching colors and patterns.
Grooming is an essential factor to make the best outfit. Have a haircut that's appropriate in the corporate world. The haircut should look conservative, versatile, and clean without looking boring or plain. Some examples of these kinds of haircut are classic taper haircut, Ivy League haircut, slicked back side, and short pompadour. Furthermore, keep your nails clean and trimmed.
Don't wear garments that are too loose or tight because they're not appealing to the eyes. Moreover, pay attention if there is stain, loose button, and a hole on your garment. You never want to wear embarrassing clothes with these.
Accessories can enhance your elegant look. You might want to wear a classy wristwatch, a neutral-colored leather belt, and polished shoes.
Perfect Outfit for Women
Don't let your hair cover your face. Tie your hair tidily. Do your research on different hairstyles for short or long hair. There are tons of hairstyling guide available on the net to brighten up your face. You may also consider your face's shape to get the proper haircut or hairstyle.
A blazer can be used to dress up or to dress down. It is the most corporate-looking piece that you might want to invest on. Its versatility allows you to combine it with not so corporate-looking garments like little black dress, and tank tops. You may also combine it with pants or skirt.
Remember not to wear too much accessories. The goal of wearing an accessory is to enhance your assets without grabbing much attention. Wear a perfume that's not overpowering. Additionally, wear closed shoes. You may wear shoes with heels that are up to 1-inch high.
Remember that an opportunity doesn't always knock at your door. That's why you should be prepared to welcome it by being at your best. One example is the opportunity to meet up with a potential investor. You don't want to ruin this opportunity by giving this investor a bad impression.


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We take donations of gently used, pediatric equipment, walkers, manual wheelchairs, power wheelchairs, Hoyer lifts, and various types of bath equipment. Tax deductible. IRS publication 561 specifically addresses how to determine the value of donated property
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