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What do Philippe Starck, Karim Rashid and the late Zaha Hadid have in common? Their love for design; be it buildings, bottles, showers or faucets. While 34-year-old, Bangalore-resident, Pallavi Nopany is not in their league just yet, she is equally passionate about great design. Case in point: She has put together a creative map for a tea company and worked with carpet brand Obeetee collaborating with fashion designer Tarun Tahiliani for a special book, and designed a stunning collection of crockery for KIKA Tableware. Nopany clearly straddles different genres of design with elan. But more on that later. First let's understand how it all began.
From the start
Growing up Nopany wanted to be a scientist and invent things and therefore felt engineering would be the right 2017stepping stone. "After a few years, I reached a breaking point, I quit my job and indulged in whatever creative pursuit was available to me. From music, to theatre, to languages, to dance, I dabbled and relished every moment," says Nopany. So, she spent a summer at the University of Granada, where she got a scholarship to study Spanish from the government of Spain, followed by a year of studying dance at Attakalari, Bangalore. "Then I found a medium where I was able to use bits from all my pursuits, including engineering. Digital design gave me wings," says Nopany, who turned to graphic designing in 2008 and hasn't looked back since. Her independent graphic design firm is called Pack of 2; here she does everything from packaging to plates, wallpapers, even fabrics for various clients.
Inspired design
"Everything inspires me. Inspiration is to observe and absorb and take fragments of this and that," says the graphic designer. As for her favourite pieces, she has many. The first of which is a map she drew for Luxmi Tea. "It started with me sketching over an actual old map of one of their estates. From this map, the peacock, and the camellia sinensis (tea) flowers were chosen to create an illustration on tins and tea bags. The peacock bears significant cultural relevance to India, and here, he is depicted as the guardian of the flora that brings us this brew," she explains. She next chooses two sets of dinnerware she designed for KIKA Tableware. "The first set used a lotus pond theme, motifs I drew from my walks to the neighbourhood park during the monsoon. The second collection is set in a lush tropical paradise with palms, toucans, macaws and flamingos finished with 24-carat gold accents," she explains. At the moment Nopany is busy with journals specifically designed for documenting experiments with cooking. She believes that good design fuels thought and empathy; and its potential is unlimited. Price on request; AT www.packof2.com

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Some More Great Pulp & Paperback Cover Art
One of the all-time greats, and a relatively late starter, Ohio born-and-bred Robert McGinnis (born 1926) has painted well over 1,500 paperback covers since the1950s. Although much of his work was published well after the heyday of the many of the other mass-market paperback artists mentioned here, McGinnis' style and subject matter certainly fit in. He's celebrated for his crime and mystery covers, and his unsurpassed depictions of glamourous, elegant women (no disrespect here, or anything, but some of these women were just drop-dead gorgeous--you could eat some of these covers with a spoon).
Look for: "Provocative, seductive, elegant women" is how McGinnis himself describes his favorite subject. Long-legged beauties are the focal point, and often almost the only element on the cover. And check out some of those expressions on some of those women. It's enough to make a old man itch and a young man faint.
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Unknown to most crime fiction readers in North America, British illustrator Denis McLoughlin is much beloved in the U.K. for his comic book work, but only began to get any serious recognition for his excellent and powerful hard-boiled detective book covers in the late nineties. Bio-bibliographer David Ashford claims "In the history of British Illustration there is no one who can be reasonably compared to him. He does not fit anywhere into the British tradition...McLoughlin is simply the best."
McLoughlin began his career as a professional artist in 1932, working on advertising and catalog art until 1940, when he was drafted into the army. During his war years, McLoughlin painted murals and portraits, acting as something of an unofficial regimental artist. He began his post-war publishing career by providing cover art for over a hundred hardboiled books for T.V. Boardman from 1948 to 1967, as well as over 550 monthly Bloodhound Detective Story Magazine issues. He has a distinctive and dramatic hard-edged style that demonstrated his astounding mastery of light and darkness, and the influence of the American pulps he collected during the 1930s.
In addition to his cover art, he also began working in the comics field after the war, painting covers and drawing interiors for Boardman Books's comic wing (and, indeed his first story, based on Custer's defeat at the Little Big Horn, was just the first of many comics that would deal with historical topics. He also did a series of adventures featuring a hard-boiled detective named Roy Carson, whose occupation seemed to slide back and forth between private detective, amateur sleuth and police officer, depending on the vagaries of the plotline. McLoughlin continued producing comics in the adventure, crime, science fiction, and western genres for years, and, in fact, as of 1998, was still cranking out Commando, a war comic.
Look for: Lots of dramatic light and shadows, and strong, powerful lines, often rendered in black and white. Vaguely cartoonish at times. In fact, Francis Hertzberg's book about McLoughlin refers to him as "The Master of Light & Shade."
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One of the newer breed, unfortunately taken away from us too soon (he passed away from cancer in 2015 at the age of 52), Orbik's art may have been less flashy and trashy than the pulp mag covers of the past, but it's obvious where he got his inspiration. He did a lot of paperback and comic covers, most notably for HardCaseCrime and Marvel, and taught at the California Art Institute.
Born and raised in Puerto Rico, Palacios worked for American newspapers as an illustrator and translator of comic strips. In the mid-forties, he shared a studio with several other freelance artists and did a number of covers and endpapers for Bantam. His endpapers had a strong cartographic quality and served a similar purpose to Dell's mapbacks.
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Parkhurst was a prolific artist who worked as a freelance illustrator before opening his own Manhattan advertising agency. When the Depression hit and the magazine advertising biz went kaput, he began working as an illustrator for the pulps, most memorably for Harry Donenfeld's Trojan line. He did some interior work, including a couple of comic strips (including one featuring private eye Betty Blake), but he drew acclaim for his often racy and suggestive covers for such pulps as Complete Detective Novel, Hollywood Detective, Private Detective, Romantic Detective, Romantic Western, Short Stories, Spicy Adventure, Spicy Detective, Spicy Mystery, Spicy Western, Triple-X, Wild West Stories, and West Magazine.
One of the cover artists for the early Fawcett Gold Medals, Phillips started doing paperback cover work in 1943, after working in the advertising department of Columbia Pictures in the early 40's. His work was much in demand, and he did covers for Avon, Bantam, Dell, Pocket Books, and Signet, although he is most remembered for his numerous Gold Medal covers, including some of the early Shell Scott's.
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One of the most successful pulp artists of the century (and BOY! Could he do babes!), Saunders moved effortlessly from the pulps to paperback illustration. He was born in Minnesota, and took a mail-order art course, which eventually landed him a job at Fawcett Publications from 1928 to 1934. But he left there to go study art under Harvet Dunn at the Grand Central School of Art in New York, with dreams of becoming a freelancer. He succeeded. He had a sold rep for being able to do it all, do it all extremely well, and, even more important, doing it on time. He did westerns, mysteries, detective, sports (his baseball covers-- full of weird angles and offbeat perspectives-- are especially exciting), weird menace and science fiction (under the name of Blaine). during his heyday, he routinely cranked out over a hundred paintings a year, all of great quality. After World War II, Saunders moved to the burgeoning paperback field, doing covers for Ace, Bantam, Dell, Ballantine, Lion and Popular Library.
Saunders also did bubbledgum cards, including Batman cards in the sixties, the notorious Mars Attacks series, and Wacky Packs, which lasted through most of the seventies and made millions for Topps.
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Who says they don't do 'em like they used to? Long before Hard Case Crime made it safe for pulp cover art again, San Francisco fine artist Owen Smith was keeping the flame alive, through his painting and scupture.
I've been a fan of Smith ever since 1996 or so, when I first noticed his work on the cover of The Low End of Nowhere, a novel by Michael Stone featuring his hard-ass Denver bounty hunter and sometime private eye Streeter.
Smith's work subsequently appeared on a few other Streeter novels, but then I began to notice his work -- he has a very distinctive style -- popping up all over the place. An Aimee Man album cover (for which he won a Grammy). Maureeen Dowd's Are Men Really Necessary? Numerous magazine covers, including The New Yorker, Mother Jones, and, I think, Sports Illustrated. He's done some great painting of boxers. And Springsteen.
Owen's illustrative work is a marvel of swirling, pulpish impressionism; a celebration of blue-collar solidarity and defiance that harkens back to the days of public works programs and working class murals as much as it does pulp magazines. It's not really "realistic," but it's vibrant and muscular and there's a throbbing, almost disturbing visceral energy about the way he portrays the people in his paintings. There are no wimps or delicate pretty people in his work -- everyone's built like a bruised brick shithouse.
Any doubt about Owen's pulp bonafides? His official web site opens with a quote from Chandler.
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By far the most prolific Dell artist -- next to Gerald Gregg -- was Robert Stanley. Stanley worked for Dell from 1950 to 1959 and his covers were a major component of the publisher's "look" of the fifties. Concentrating on mysteries and westerns, Stanley always produced covers with action (men fighting, cowboys riding, women threatening or being threatened). Most of the men on his covers he patterned after himself; his men are serious, stern, and usually fully clothed. He patterned most of his women after his wife Rhoda; they are alluring, menacing, terrified, and occasionally semi-nude. Stanley's daughter and father-in-law also stood in as models from time to time.
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Joseph Szokoli was the man who -- more than anyone else -- brought airbrush art to pulp magazines. Reminiscent at times of the work Gerald Gregg was already doing for Dell Mapbacks, Sokoli's work nonetheless had a vibe all of its own -- an often surrealistic, impressionistic and offsetting sense of chilly eeriness (and moon-faced babes) that he brought not just to the covers of the Spicy/Speed line of detective pulps, but also numerous western and romance pulps, most published by Harry Donnefeld.
He also worked as the jack-of-all-trades graphic artist for the Barreaux Art Agency, a favourite of Donnefeld's, doing layouts, paste-up, mechanicals, lettering and photo retouching of "errant nipples or pubic hair on the photos of the artists' models. He even did the overpainting of H.J. Ward's iconic painting of Superman.
Look for: A chilly eeriness, impressionistic illustrations occasionally bordering on the abstrac t; moon-faced, clothing-challenged babes; incredibly loutish, almost subhuman thugs with jaws like steam shovels.
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Despite his short life (he died of cancer at the age of 35), Hugh Joseph Ward cut a wide swath, responsible for some off the most sensational and iconic pulp mag covers of all time, working for Munsey, Dell and Popular, but mostly for Culture Publication's notorious Spicy line -- which means his stuff is right in your face, full of virtually naked babes and drooling, laviscious ghouls (along with the occasional impossibly broad-shouldered hero). He also did painting for George Trendle's radio syndicate, and was thus responsible for some of the earliest visual images we have of The Lone Ranger, The Green Hornet and yes, Superman.
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List compiled by Kevin Burton Smith. Thanks to Randal Brandt for his big helping hand with this one, including entries on Ruth Belew, Leo Manso, Rafael Palacios and Robert Stanley. And to Mark M. Reid for his eagle eye.


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Why Do Really Exciting Things Always Screw Up!!?
Let's go back a few weeks to when I played GOW with the guys from work. I come from a PC gaming background, and have always struggled with the XBOX experience. But when I played GOW, oh, the wonder! It was fantastic, and was good enough to want me to buy an XBOX 360, GOW, and the XBOX LIVE Gold pack!
So I cashed in my American Express points, ordered my vouchers, made sure they updated the mailing address (since we have moved to the new offices, and some mail has been disappearing), and then flicked the "anxiety" switch as I waited for the 10 working days to tick down... well, you probably know where this is going.
So it's been 10 days, and still no vouchers, and as I've grown accustomed to the "the more it matters, the greater chance it won't go smoothly" approach to toys, etc, I picked up the phone and called American Express.
Before I go into the conversation, why is it that it's almost a inverse care curve with things like this. I mean, I can't even begin to explain what it's like rushing home every night, hoping the vouchers are there, only to find they are not! If I was prone to swearing on my blog, you'd have to cover your eyes. I mean, I have my brand new, shiny, unwrapped GOW copy with my headset and XBOX Live sub sitting on my desk at home, and the only XBOX 360 experience I have at the moment is the picture of the controller I cut out of the Harvey Norman catalog last week in a last, desperate attempt to get a fix!
So onto my call. I ring the customer care number (trust me, the irony is not lost) and ask, very politely according to Kleefy, where my vouchers are?
"Oh, so sorry Mr. Lemphers, they were sent to your old work address."
No sh!t!!!? Didn't think that might happen. Maybe that's why I got the lady who took my call the first time to update my address first??
"Oh, she did, but for some reason, it didn't work."
Great. So American Express have added poltergeists and other supernatural phenomenon to the possible responses as to why things don't work right! Why didn't she just say,
"Sorry Mr. Lemphers, but our regular delivery man has taken extended leave to stalk the soul of a young girl!"
So at this point I'm gazing at the ceiling asking myself, wtf do I do now!? So I ask them if they can send them to my home address, and if I have to wait another 10 days before calling them to find out if the CEO has been indicted for voucher theft!?
"Oh, um, you'll have to wait another 10 days...is that ok?"
Is that OK!? No! NO IT'S NOT OK! I WANT MY VOUCHERS LIKE COOKIES AND I WANT THEM NOW!
Anyhoo, so I now must endure another 10 days minimum to get my greasies on a new XBOX 360! Oh the humanity!


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Superior National Forest
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8901 Grand Ave Place
Duluth, MN 55808
(218) 626-4300
Contact Us
The Divide Lake Campground provides a northwoods camping experience in a small (only 3 sites) secluded campground located near many recreational opportunities. A walk-down canoe launch provides access to Divide Lake and its stocked trout population while Divide Lake Trail provides a 2 mile hike with benches and scenic overlooks. Other nearby lakes, a boat ramp, and a fishing pier give the camper even more chances to enjoy the outdoors. Of particular interest is the fact that FR 172 in this area is on the Laurentian Divide with waters on the Divide Lake side flowing to Lake Superior and those on the Tanner Lake side flowing north to Hudson's Bay.
Downloadable information and map.
There is a barrier free accessible fishing pier at nearby Dumbell Lake
Barrier free fishing pier located on nearby Dumbell Lake.
Divide Lake Campground is located east of Isabella on Forest Road 172.
There is carry down boat access to Divide Lake, which features stocked trout fishing (trout stamp required on fishing license). A two mile hiking trail around Divide Lake leads to more fishing spots and scenic overlooks. Nearby Dumbell Lake has a boat ramp, picnic area, and a barrier free fishing pier.
Map showing recreational areas.
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Sites are pull-in and not specifically designed for RVs. Most can accommodate a moderately sized vehicle, some may not be suitable for an RV.
Access to the single backcountry site on Divide Lake is from the carry down boat access in the campground. Use a Forest Map to locate campsites and accesses. (You can purchase a map on line or at any of the District offices or by mail.) For information on backcountry campsites, see the Dispersed Camping page.
Divide Lake is stocked with rainbow trout. Trout fishing requires a trout stamp in addition to a valid Minnesota fishing license.
The Divide Lake Trail starts at Divide Lake Campground and circles Divide Lake with several good fishing spots and overlooks along the way.
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Steps taken in other countries for effective traffic management – Part 1
An estimated 1.2 million die, and 50 million get injured, each year due to flaws in traffic and road management systems – and this is no less than a catastrophe! Road injuries were the ninth-leading cause of death the world over in 2004, and the World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that, by 2020, they will be "the third highest threat to public life." If proven true, they will be a threat more serious and dangerous than HIV/AIDS. As such, it has become the need of the hour to implement a more systematic approach to traffic – Road Traffic Management. Firstly, we must recognize the importance of regulating public transport and road traffic. Once key areas are identified, effective measures must be swiftly taken towards the implementation of the plan. By observing the road safety practices of other countries, we can better realize our needs, and identify the measures, that need to be taken with some immediacy:
Europe's Road Safety Days: Every country has its unique design of traffic management, suitable to its roads and vehicles. In the UK, Malta, Ireland, etc. traffic mainly drives on the left, whereas it is largely the other way round in the rest of Europe. The continent practices 'Europe's Road Safety Days' – a great opportunity to work towards road safety, with many of the youth actively participating, by targeting themes such as alcohol, drugs and education. The first European Road Safety Day was celebrated on 27th April, 2007 – in tandem with the United Nations' Global Road Safety Week, being commemorated from the 23rd to the 29th of April of the same year.
New York City institutes infrastructure for pedestrians: USA's safest city is a threat to pedestrians, and research points out that it urgently requires better infrastructure for their safety. To this end, pedestrian countdown signals are being installed, and some busy street are being re-engineered.
England's town has no traffic lights!: The English town of Portishead, about 120 miles west of London, had an interesting experiment. They turned off the traffic lights on a major road in September, 2009. The four-week study, to solve long-standing congestion at the junction, was not only unique, but also successful. In the trial period, roads were monitored using cameras to see the impact switched-off traffic signals would have on congestion. It turned out that drivers were forced to pay more attention to other vehicles, and pedestrians. And, obviously enough, there were considerable savings on the maintenance of traffic lights.
Kenya says, "Rewards for speeding!": Nairobi, working closely with the Kenya Red Cross, carried out a radically distinctive workshop for road safety. They said, "Wear a helmet, and speed!" This brought into focus new revelations on specific risks associated with speeding. Techniques are now being developed to counter them.
To conclude, it can be said that innovative techniques of Road Traffic Management maybe easier to implement and more effective. Accidents are rising at an alarming rate, and, more than anything, it is the citizens' awareness, and active participation, that will help curb the menace. "Precaution is better than cure" is a commonly-used adage, but the question that arises is, "How often do you practice it?"


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LG's G6 phone may be almost entirely screen, but the flagship handset isn't without its share of sensors to keep your personal data secure.
In addition to the fairly standard fingerprint sensor, the LG G6 is also going to feature 3D facial recognition software later this year, according to a report from The Investor.
A contactless form of biometric security, 3D facial scanning would allow G6 owners to unlock their phone with a full-face scan rather than a fingerprint or passcode.
The feature is reported to arrive on the handset as early as this June, alongside the debut of LG Pay — LG's take on the likes of Apple Pay and Samsung Pay, which has the chance to end up as the first to offer 3D facial recognition on a mobile payment service.
LG may not be the only one getting behind 3D facial scanning, with rumors pointing towards Apple possibly adding the tech for its upcoming iPhone.
Meanwhile, the Samsung Galaxy S8 also has similar features, in addition to an iris and fingerprint scanner. However, the facial recognition tech appears to not be three-dimensional and can't be used to authenticate a user's Samsung Pay information, according to Ars Technica.


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As we recently discussed, the Obama team has perfected the zeitgeist campaign. Some of it is intentional, (the text messages, the basketball,) while the rest (the internet memes) just sorta happens. Music is another important element of this. Everyone knows Republicans make poor DJs, and Senator Obama has collected an impressive variety of musical endorsements.
Democrats always pwn music. Even sad-sack John Kerry had future Senator Bruce Springsteen. But, as the BBC's Gavin Hewitt noted today, Springsteen, the Foo Fighters, and Bon Jovi were always the headliners; fans would literally come for the band and leave from the candidate. Obama is the star, and his campaign has picked perfect music to augment his aura:
"Two songs, however, are used to define the campaign. One is the arrival anthem, that plays Barack Obama onto the stage. It is U2's "City of Blinding Lights" – with its line "oh you look so beautiful tonight."
It's a stunning song, combining a real Phil Spector sound with a crowd-pleasing hook. They also nailed it on Biden, bringing him out to Springsteen's "The Rising." It may be a little too 9/11, but Springsteen acolyte (and legitimate Reverend) Jeffrey Symykywicz makes the case for why it works, and most importantly it just feels right.
Choosing campaign songs is not as easy as it looks. Hillary's people flubbed it with Celine freakin' Dion, John Edwards' schtick was Mellencampy, and poor McCain-Palin keeps getting sued. So back to the other song Hewitt identified as central to the campaign:
"…after his speech, when he lifts the bottle of water to his lips, in comes the heavy beat and then Stevie Wonder's scream in "Signed, Sealed, Delivered."
It's an awesome song from an all-time great American musician – it's easy to forget that the man's been on the charts since 1963.
In the key of Stevie, an African-American friend of mine said something worth closing with. I had been talking about the cultural relevence of Bob Dylan to my family, the kind of people who raise their kids on Phil Ochs and Joan Baez, edited up a "liberation haggadah" for Passover, and distribute "Rise Up Singing" as a graduation gift. We were driving somewhere discussing this when Stevie comes on his CD player. My friend turns to me and goes: "What Bob Dylan means to your mother, that's what Stevie Wonder means to black people."


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Exploring Websites
The more links that you have to other sites, the more ways that people will have access to yours. Using these links can be another way to find tools you never would have otherwise.
Yahoo Site Explorer
This is a way to see what other sources out their use the same tools that you do!
Query: Inlinks except from this domain (the domain is
Walt Disney Corporation Home Page )
Evaluation: Sadly, there were not that many results from this attempt that I could use.
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Administrator Deloitte announced that the stores, head office and warehouse in Stockport, and the warehouse in Denton had been sold to Fopp Limited.
The Greater Manchester based Music Zone went into administration on 3 January after struggling against competition from online retailers and supermarkets.
The company employs about 800 people in stores across the country.
Deloitte said the deal included the 67 stores which had been open at the time of the announcement on January.
Bill Dawson, Partner at Deloitte, said: "We are pleased with the disposal to Fopp, and wish them every success in the future.
"This represents a much better outcome for creditors and other stakeholders than a piece-meal disposal."
The chain was founded by Russ Grainger from a market stall in Longsight, Manchester, in 1984.
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Marketing Contact
Kym Ridl
Marketing and Development Coordinator
445 N Wasatch Drive
Layton, UT 84041
[email protected] | 801.546.8575 | www.davisarts.org
YES and TOTO and Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo are coming to The Kenley
Layton, UT (August 22, 2017) Davis Arts Council (DAC) is proud to welcome YES featuring Jon Anderson |
Trevor Rabin | Rick Wakeman and TOTO and Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo to The Kenley Amphitheater in
Layton. These two performances will be a part of the 2017 Summer Nights with the Stars season.
YES featuring Jon Anderson | Trevor Rabin | Rick Wakeman
2017 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Inductees
Date: September 2, 2017
Time: 8:00 PM
Place: The Kenley Amphitheater (403 N Wasatch Dr., Layton UT)
Tickets: Orchestra $109 | Reserved $89 | GA $69
TOTO and Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo
Date: September 4, 2017
Time: 7:00 PM
Place: The Kenley Amphitheater (403 N Wasatch Dr., Layton UT)
Tickets: Orchestra—Sold Out| Reserved—Sold Out | GA $69
Tickets for both performances can be purchased online at https://tickets.davisarts.org/, over the phone
at 801.546.8575, or at the DAC box office at 445 N Wasatch Drive, Layton. Phone and box office hours
are Monday – Friday, 9 AM – 2PM.
About Davis Arts Council:
The Davis Arts Council (DAC) was founded in 1979 and has grown steadily to proudly serve the Northern
Wasatch Front as the largest community-based, arts-focused non-profit organization in Davis County.
DAC's mission is to "strengthen and enrich our community through the power of the arts."
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The heart of our mission rests on a starry summer night at the Edward A. Kenley Centennial
Amphitheater (the Kenley Amphitheater), which we consider to be the "front Porch" of Layton City and
northern Davis County. Each summer, DAC's "Summer Nights with the Stars" season of music and dance
brings an eclectic mix of local, national, and international performers right to Layton City and northern
Davis County. Performances have included the incredible talent of Chicago, The Doobie Brothers, Olivia
Newton-John, Foreigner, Marc Cohn, Judy Collins, Huey Lewis & The News, Amy Grant, The Beach Boys,
Mary Chapin Carpenter, Josh Turner, Styx, Indigo Girls, Big Bad Voodoo Daddy, Rhythmic Circus, Rita
Moreno, Alex Boyé, Thompson Square, Collin Raye, and so many more.
As accessibility is a key component to fulfilling our mission, DAC presents many free programs and
services as well, including our "Free Sunday Night Concert Series" at the Kenley Amphitheater; Active
Stages: Arts in Education, seen by Davis County Students annually; Senior Stages: The Art of Aging,
bringing theater to seniors in Davis County; Free Friday Family Film Festival, free movies for families in
the park; "Snow Horse Visual Arts Gallery," a partnership with the Davis Conference Center; and the
"Davis Arts Chamber Music Series". We then conclude our programmatic year with a holiday
celebration of music we like to call "DAC the Halls."
The Davis Arts Council's vision is to be an exemplary community arts organization recognized for
presenting the highest-quality artistic programs that are accessible year-round to our entire community.
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text: In Rude Republic: Americans and Their Politics in the Nineteenth Century, Glenn Altschuler and Stuart Blumin reject the common trope of political history that describes the nineteenth century as the "golden age" of American politics, in which a greater proportion of Americans than any time before or since were engaged in the political process. Rather, the authors contend that in the nineteenth century a tiny minority of political actors attempted to curry favor with a largely disinterested and uninformed public. Looking beyond statistical evaluations of voter turnout, which show an unusually high degree of participation by modern standards, Altschuler and Blumin argue that politics did not have a significant impact, and did not command a particularly important place in the lives of ordinary Americans. Altschuler and Blumin argue that this disinterest and lack of political engagement stemmed from a dominant middle-class view of politics as contrary to their aspirations to respectability, and the strain of religious thought that viewed as improper the placing of so much emphasis on non-religious institutions. For the authors, though they argue that voting represents a very low bar for political participation, the high rates of voter turnout during this period were superficial, and did not represent a deep level of political engagement. The authors argue that it was in the interests of the party elite, a small minority, to represent their cause or candidate as having widespread, democratic support, a tendency that has obscured the lack of meaningful political engagement to modern historians.


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UK pop-punk quintet Trash Boat have just announced that they will be embarking on a tour with metal group Blood Youth throughout July in the UK. You can check out when they'll be in your area on the flyer above.
This news follows the group's March signing to Hopeless Records and the tour will shortly follow the launch of the band's upcoming EP Brainwork, slated for release on May 18th. Trash Boat last released their debut EP Look Alive in June 2014.


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Break The Walls Down: 8 WWE Superstars Whose Returns Would Shock You Silly
8 WWE Superstars Whose Returns Would Shock You Silly
Shane McMahon has returned to WWE. Who could've predicted that? Well, I did. Albeit about 30 seconds before his music hit (go check Twitter – there's proof), but did so entirely as a joke. The crowd reaction for his surprise arrival was deafening and the boss's son was visibly overwhelmed by the the monster pop. The announcement of his match with the Undertaker was arguably an even bigger surprise, partially because it makes little to zero sense. That's another argument for another column. Rather than criticise the bizarre storyline logic here, I thought it'd be more fun to imagine other unexpected comebacks that the audience could never predict. I'm not talking about inevitable returns from injury, Jericho coming back for his 2 billionth run or any of the other part-time performers who show up with any regularity. The Rocks, the Shawn Michaels, the Steve Austins, the Brett Harts of this world cameo every once in a while, and it's awesome, but there's an element of frequency to these appearances. Shane O'Mac has been entirely offscreen, with barely even a mention of his name, since 2009, and legit left the company to pursue business elsewhere. Rather surprisingly in this Internet era, rumours about his return didn't even seem to circulate. So out of anyone previously employed by WWE, who else could generate the sort of reaction afforded to Shane, and who would provide a similar shock?
CM Punk
They say "never say never" in the wrestling business. But will CM Punk return to WWE? Never. Which would make this the most obvious shock on the list. If this were ever to be within the realms of possibility, it would have to happen in an outdoor stadium, because the roof would not only be blown off, but exploded out of the earth's atmosphere and torpedoed into the neighbouring solar system. Shane's pop was loud, but this would break the limit of all known decibel counters, and understandably so. Combining Punk's acrimonious departure from the company, his natural talent on the microphone and the fact that he is one of the best workers of recent years would leave the WWE Universe flabbergasted by his mere presence. In fact, maybe the reaction wouldn't be loud… Maybe it'd be dead silent, as the tens of thousands of people in attendance would stare slack jawed, bewildered and refusing to believe their lying, lying eyes.
Hulk Hogan
It turns out that violently racist rants and sex tapes can disenchant your employers. Who'd have thought? Pretty much the most iconic wrestler in history was not immune to being entirely shunned by the sport he made famous, and rightfully so. Props to WWE for distancing themselves from the Hulkster. Although an ageing mess, he's still a bankable star, and it's a credit to them that no-one can be spared punishment for a heinous crime, no matter who they are. Public opinion of the red and yellow bedecked icon has diminished significantly, so while the reaction to a reappearance likely wouldn't reach the levels of Punk or Shane McMahon, the shock level would be off the chart. It would represent a u-turn in policy, making it, at least for the near future, utterly unfeasible.
This would mainly be a shock because there's no way in this PG Era that WWE would associate itself with someone who's had as many men inside her as a well used naval submarine. The Ninth Wonder Of The World should be a Hall Of Famer, Triple H has himself commented as such, but her career post WWE has involved a little too much, well, cock. Chyna set new boundaries for female performers and would no doubt receive an incredible reaction from the long term audience, combined with bemused gasps from newer fans at her sheer size. Storyline wise, it'd be a great time for her to make an impact with the deepened pool of female talent. She could happily state that the competition is stronger than when she was around so she wants to test herself. Whatever the reasoning, her return would have people marking out left, right and centre.
The Hardy Boyz
There's constantly rumours about the Hardy Boyz returning to WWE. Matt Hardy is currently, and almost inexplicably, the TNA champ, and Jeff has also resigned with the same company, so while they'll surely pop up at some point in the future for a Dudley Boy-esque nostalgia explosion, it won't be any time soon. Nostalgia is a powerful tool in the wrestling business, and their part in the making of the phenomenal TLC matches will always be fondly remembered. Let's face it, the crowd would lose their minds at a combined return, but Team Xtreme are loose cannons. There's less tolerance for idiocy in WWE these days. Just ask Titus O'Neil. Their history of drug related issues, drink related issues, bare-faced lunacy related issues and weird social media rants or fake suicide notes have probably already hindered any mooted reunion. That's not even to mention Matt and his wife being arrested for assaulting each other. That's hilarious. If WWE chose to pull the trigger and managed to keep it under wraps, their return would stun like an Austin finisher.
Spike Dudley
When the Dudleys needed aid to take on the Wyatt Family, I would've bet my left arm on Spike Dudley sprinting full speed down the ramp. Luckily, I didn't take that action and am still able to type with both hands. Instead, we got a disappointing Rhyno / Tommy Dreamer combo. Since Bubba and D'Von's seemingly pointless heel turn, the need for the runt of the Dudley litter has diminished, unless he's brought in to quell their new found anger. Spike would certainly spark a pop of impressive proportions.
Val Venis
Granted, this is an unlikely entry. Sure, I considered Shelton Benjamin and John Morrison, Steve Blackman and Raven, but it was The Big Valbowski who was my biggest guilty pleasure during the Attitude Era. He just entertained the bejesus out of me. The grizzled uttering of "Hello ladies" is all I'd need to mark out to the point of seizure. While the majority may not quite feel the same way, he'd garner at least a sizeable cheer. He's a Superstar that just doesn't seem to come up in conversation often. His name isn't ever really mentioned in any major context, so seeing him twitch the curtain would be a surprise merely because of his mid to lower card status. Said status likely wouldn't necessitate the need for a storyline or a match, but popping in as a Rumble entrant or even just to say hello would butter my toast.
Who'd expect Tazz? Absolutely frickin' no-one. His WWE run didn't exactly set the world alight, but the Human Suplex Machine inspired a cult following in his ECW days. He became an engaging commentator when injuries forced him out of the ring and he no longer calls matches for TNA so is technically a free agent. It'd put a smile on a few faces to have him strut down the aisle in a sharp suit splashed with orange, even if only to lay out Byron Saxton and show him how it's done for the night.
Kurt Angle
Oh god, imagine. Fans have been clamouring for an Angle return since the day he left, which is, alarmingly, a decade ago. Hearing those trumpets sound and the synth playing those notes we loved to chant to would no doubt bring tears of joy and screams of ecstasy. An unmatched in ring performer and oozing with charisma, if the Olympic Gold Medalist doesn't become a Hall Of Famer then I'm afraid the Hall Of Fame is broken. It'll surely only be a matter of time until he's inducted and when that day comes, we shall rejoice. For now, Angle is a free agent after spending the best part of ten years staying foolishly loyal to TNA, so the door is open. Hopefully he'll march right through it.
Tags: Break The Walls Down, Chyna, CM Punk, Hulk Hogan, Kurt Angle, Shane McMahon, Spike Dudley, tazz, The Hardy Boyz, Val Venis


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A semi-submersible boat
Nine years ago, inventor and diving enthusiast François-Alexandre Bertrand took out a patent for a semi-submersible craft for exploring shallow waters that offers an experience he likens to "flying under the water". After innumerable prototypes, the first fully operational Platypus Blue Ocean will be delivered in 2019. The vessel enables passengers to sit 2m below the surface for a snorkelling-cum-diving experience that requires a simple air mask rather than an oxygen tank (our video depicts the two-seater prototype, but the version on sale will fit four). Underwater piloting is via a digital periscope and there's also an in-built communication system for underwater conversation. Perfect for bays, lagoons and calm, clear seas, it enables relaxed exploration of the marine world. It also opens up opportunities for underwater experiences for those with disabilities. Depending on the the model, the Blue Ocean can travel at up to 20 knots above water or at three knots below, with prices ranging from €125,000 to €147,500. platypus-submarine.com. CAMILLA APCAR
A lipstick for life
Nicolas Gerlier spent 10 years working for L'Oréal, Armani and Lancôme before launching La Bouche Rouge, the world's first refillable luxury lipstick. Having witnessed the disposable and polluting nature of the cosmetic industry – which produces around 1bn lipsticks a year – Gerlier wanted to create a desirable and lasting objet with a pure make-up formula containing no microplastics. Aided by LVMH's cosmetology research division, he has achieved his goal. The 25 shades of lipstick come in stainless-steel tubes encased in double-tanned calfskin. For each lipstick sold, the company supplies 100 litres of safe drinking water to the charitable association Eau Vive Internationale. La Bouche Rouge arrives in the UK, exclusively at Harrods, in early summer 2019. laboucherougeparis.com. KATE FINNIGAN
The smart probe hob
In April 2019, AEG will launch a sensor-control induction hob, which is equipped with what it says is the world's first wireless and battery-less food probe, capable of measuring the core temperature of food to within 1˚C. When the probe is placed in food, it wirelessly feeds back the temperature to the hob, which adjusts itself accordingly. Users can pre-select dishes to cook using the touch-control display to set the temperature for simmering a sauce, boiling liquids or pan-frying steak to rare, medium or well-done preferences – the temperature control is so precise that it is even possible to sous‑vide on the surface. The SensePro hob will be priced at £1,299, for a 60cm hob, and £1,599 for an 80cm model. aeg.co.uk. JACKIE DALY
A foldable tablet
Every year or so, we are told '90s-style flip phones are back. They are not; it usually means a bunch of millennials have been tweeting about the compactness of vintage tech. But there's a good chance 2019 will see a kind of giant flip phone – a mini tablet that folds to make it more-or-less pocketable. There is still cause for scepticism, but leading the charge is Samsung, whose Infinity Flex-screen model is rumoured to be called the Samsung F – or the Galaxy X. Expect a 4.58in screen like a book cover, opening out to a whopping 7.3in when unfolded. Samsung says it is ready for production and forecasts a run of 1m units. Motorola, Huawei, LG, Apple and boutique Californian company Royole may also have contenders in development. samsung.com. JONATHAN MARGOLIS
The subaquatic villa
Last month, Conrad Maldives Rangali Island opened the doors to a $15m two-storey hotel villa, professed to be the world's first semi-submerged residence, creating what promises to be one of 2019's most unique holiday getaways. Named the Muraka, or coral, it seeks to provide guests with an "intimate and immersive experience of one of the world's most breathtaking marine environments". Uniquely, the entire lower floor is a transparent dome that sits 5m below the surface of the Indian Ocean. The 600-ton structure was built in Singapore and hoisted by crane onto a special ship for transportation to the Maldives, where it was secured under the ocean by 10 legs concreted into steel piles. The floor above the water accommodates an integrated living-kitchen-dining space with an entertainment deck, king-size bedroom and bathroom, powder room, gym, infinity pool and butler's quarters. A spiral staircase leads down to the underwater floor, which comprises a second king-size bedroom and bathroom in addition to a living area. The villa costs around $50,000 per night, depending on how guests customise their experience. conradmaldives.com. JACKIE DALY
High-tech wellness bathrooms
Kohler's Konnect collection – an app-controlled digital shower system, bathtub filler, toilet and mirror – enables users to interact using voice commands and to set personalised programmes, such as a post-sports massaging shower. The LED Verdera Voice Lighted Mirror – launched last month in the US and priced from $1,665 – claims to be the first bathroom mirror on the market with built-in Amazon Alexa. The mirror will act as a hub controlling other voice-activated fittings when they become available next year: the DTV+ Shower System (on sale early 2019) sets water, steam, light and sound, while the Numi Intelligent toilet (which senses the user to provide hands‑free flushing and seat heating) will launch by the end of 2019, alongside a voice-activated kitchen faucet. Kohler plans to launch the Verdera Voice mirror in other markets around the world in the coming year. kohler.com. JACKIE DALY


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One of the parts of my job is serving as a mentor to new faculty hires in the upper school. For eighteen years I have been hanging around this place as a parent, room mother, PTO volunteer, board member and most recently, a teacher. If anyone should know the school culture, I should.; and hopefully, I help our new hires navigate the first year of working in it. As is true in any good teaching relationship, though, the learning goes both ways. My new teachers teach me while I am formally supposed to be leading them.
Last week we sat down at lunch to chat about some of the ups and downs of their first two months on the job. One of the teachers began to talk about how a certain class, who had been difficult to train under her preferred classroom style. She and I had talked earlier in the year about strategies to deal with the group, about some of their history as a class before she came to this school, and why they might be challenging her in ways her other students at another grade level were not.
Somewhere in her reporting that things were going better with this group now, she made the statement, "I think I've begun to accept what is." As soon as she said it, I had the 'lightbulb in my head" experience. Accepting what is in front of you as a teacher is the most liberating and creative-unleashing experience, even if there is initial grief in that acceptance. We all want students who are trained to attentiveness and show up prepared for our classes every day. We all want students who learned and sufficiently practiced all skills from the previous year so that they are ready for the curriculum we are prepared to lead them through. But…they are real people, and so was the teacher that had last year, and real people have problems and bad habits, and sometimes just life happening to them. And what shows up in our classroom is not always what we wish it to be.
"Accepting what is" is one of those phrases that sounds like compromise but has freedom on the other side of it. As soon as the teacher said it, I responded that this realization would carry over into her parenting, marriage, and most any other relationship in life.
We had one child for whom "time out" was not effective at all. Why? Because he is a natural introvert who loved nothing better than being alone in his room studying what made his ceiling fan turn or the light switches come on. If that got boring, he proceeded to take the back off his toilet and study the inner workings of the float valve. The other child rarely needed more than the threat of a few minutes of solitude. Gregarious and fun-loving, she would self-correct almost immediately rather than be banished from the group.
I had to rethink technique constantly in parenting as my two children, a boy and a girl, an introvert and an extrovert, were two completely different creatures. Moving from frustration to the truth -accepting what is in front of you – can set you free.
Am I saying give up or give in? Absolutely not. I'm still goal-oriented in my classroom. I train toward what I want. I keep the standards high. But I surrender the ideal – which is the theories they taught us in education courses – for the real, those flawed human beings who show up in front of me every day. They do the same for me, I hope; and then the creativity begins.


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We've held out long enough.
During the move, some things turned up missing–the legs to our patio table and our George Foreman grill. There is no logical reason anything should have disappeared, since we did all the moving ourselves, and the only time anything was out of our direct control, it was either locked in a POD, or at my sister's house.
I am still convinced we will find these things in the depths of our garage, which is full of stuff. Meanwhile, I was going mad with no table outside. So we went to Big Lots (yesterday).
There we found a table almost identical to our old one for a very good price, and a George Foreman Grill (not as big as our old one, but still) and a new coffee maker (our old one was held together with duct tape). The table is assembled, the coffee maker and grill have been broken in (turkey burgers last night, coffee this morning).
Today we decided it was time to tackle the upstairs floor again. We've tried a big sander (didn't work, floor is too uneven and the varnish is too gummy). Then we tried a heat gun. That varnish just gums everything up. Next, a small belt sander. Same problem.
Today, we went after it with stripper. It's still not working very well, but I think if I attack very small areas at a time, I can eventually get it done. I did the whole downstairs in three days–sanding, staining, polyurethane. This is going to take me weeks, just for one lousy room. The other bedrooms and the hallway have the same problem.
It's tempting just to paint the floor. But that goes against my grain (hahahahah, little wood joke). So I will spend a lot of time doing this one small thing.
I had a dream last night that I traded houses with another family. Their house, while somewhat lacking in charm, didn't need any work at all. But after spending one night there I was in tears, begging my Realtor to undo the deal because I wanted my old wreck of a Victorian back.
When I woke up for real, I was so relieved. What is wrong with me?
The online class I am teaching (on synopsis) is halfway done. My book is not finished. My fingernails look disgusting. But I can grill and drink coffee and sit outside (and feed the birds, I bought a huge tub of birdseed at Home Depot today) so life is good.
Did I mention I have some wine?


text: Deadly violence La Familia is the most powerful drugs trafficking gang in Michoacan, the state which lies next to Guerrero. The group, which has fought the powerful Gulf cartel from northeastern Mexico in recent months as it tries to expand its reach, uses violence and pseudo-religion to inspire its members.It has said that it wants to protect the local population from rival drug gangs. At least 14,000 people have died in violence related to the illicit drug trade in Mexico since President Felipe Calderon ordered an army-led assault on cartels in late 2006. The US government has released part of a $1.4bn anti-drug package to Mexico to provide training and equipment to Mexican security forces. The administration of US President Barack Obama has said that it will try to crack down on the smuggling of weapons from the US into Mexico. SOURCE: Agencies


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Hear That Whistle Blow III - When The Heart Pulls
This is a very emotional time for Katie. She must deal with feelings that seem too big for her heart. No one can help her, of course, this is just life, the way things must be. She never shares these feelings with anyone. Everyone is so busy they have not even wondered how she feels. She is a big girl though and can take care of herself.
Still, she wonders how she can ever really say goodbye.
Sitting Pretty
Katie's grandparents on her dad's side moved just above them and across the highway before Katie's family moved away to the north cold country, from their small farm.
Katie only went there once, but being a highway to cross she would not be allowed a free run as she was to her grandparents on her mom's side. She was just closer to them and in fact, spent so much time with them that she felt closer to them than her own parents. They had more time to talk to her and her grandmother often bought her small gifts besides the nice dresses she got for her on holidays.
Her mom was expecting another baby and there were two brothers younger than Katie that her mom was always doing for so she didn't mind if she stayed busy all day in trusted hands. She was five and everyone said she looked just like Shirley Temple. She didn't know who that was but everyone smiled when they said it.
Her favorite aunt (her mother's youngest sister) had moved away to Ohio to work but her aunt's best friend would still come and take Katie to her house above her grandparents to make her pose and take pictures. Her grandmother bought her very beautiful dresses with ruffles and this friend taking the pictures showed her how to put her hands on her hips and smile making dimples.
She had to take the dresses off after the pictures and wear play clothes. Sometimes her uncles would take her out in their small boat in the river and that always meant getting wet; while they fought and splashed water. Sometimes they would even turn the boat over and would make Katie promise not to tell because Katie could not swim yet, but one of them would grab her and she had no fear they would let her drown! She rarely wore dresses except to go somewhere or have pictures made. That was enough for her. You couldn't play in dresses, just stand or sit quietly. That was sure no fun.
Brother's Dog Had a Leaky Mouth
Love's Limitations
Katie spent many days gone all day until suppertime. Once she got home and ate supper and got ready for bed the day was over. They had no television and there was nothing more to do but go to sleep until morning.
She had more memories from her grandparent's house than her own at this age. Their animals at home were so far away from the house that unless Katie's mom took her with her she never got to see them for she was not allowed to go on her own. She did get to see tiny baby pigs one time and she wanted one so bad but of course she couldn't have one.
The only thing to pet was her older brother's big dog and his mouth always leaked. Katie would pet him quickly sometimes like pat his head, if he came asking for petting, but she just couldn't do any more than that. She tried to not hurt his feelings so she never refused him at least a pat since he seemed to like her so much, wagging his tail.
Her grandmother had her chickens in a pen Katie walked by on the way to her house so she could stop and look at them and the geese just ran around the yard. Naturally, she was not allowed to pet any of those either but at least she could watch them run around and eat and play and sometimes fight.
She was happy enough right up until she found out they had to leave for her dad's new job. She wasn't sad yet because she was still having fun every day of her life but there were times when things got quiet or someone brought up the move and her mind did not know what to picture. This was all she knew right here. She did not want these days to end.
Animal Off to Themselves
A Grandparent's Love
Things were better at home since her older brother had his favorite grandparents up across the road. He had chores at home he did but he still helped his grandpa with his.
The cows grazed in a field across the road and up on the mountainside and that was a big job taking them there every morning before school and getting them home in the evenings. Then he helped grandpa with his garden and all he had to do. He was old but he was very stout and spry but still, he was not as able to do what needed to be done as he once was. He would sorely miss this grandson once he was gone. Grandma could do nothing anymore so he had to do it all but except for some occasional help, he managed.
More than that he had become attached to this grandson being like his own son while his true son was gone to fight. Since he could walk this boy had been on his heels and helping all he could. The grandpa had just taken to him so much but he understood a child could not just leave their family but seeing him every summer would be much to look forward to. They would not lose him completely.
That grandma stayed in bed all the time and she didn't seem much bigger than Katie. Only once did she remember seeing her out of bed and she wasn't much taller at all and she took her bun down that she kept pinned up in the back and hair hung in a wad on the floor. It had never in all her life been cut!
Did you favor one set of grandparents over the other?
Preparing to Move Away
Looking Back
With her oldest brother home now she never heard her dad fussing in the evening when she came home. Now, this brother would have to leave to go north with the family and he would only get to spend summers with these grandparents.
He had started school when he was five but Katie would be six before she started. This brother was very smart and he would graduate when he was sixteen. That wasn't far off either her mom said.
Dad had found them a house where his new job was and soon they had to say their goodbyes to everyone. Her brother was sad she could tell and she rarely saw him at all. That last day he took her below their house to the river and it wasn't nice like behind her grandparent's house where she could wade and dog paddle and it was not open and sunny there.
When they went back home the car was all packed up and the house was empty. How could it be time to go so suddenly? She had no idea it was today they would be leaving! That must be why her brother took her away from the house while they packed everything into the car.
Her brother put her in the back seat with their sister and two baby brothers and he got in the front with her mom and dad. Katie got on her knees to look out the back as her dad pulled out. She wanted to ask if she could run and say goodbye to her grandparents and uncles but she knew the answer. It was time to go.
They passed by her grandparent's long driveway but their house or front porch could not be seen from here. As they moved farther down the road Katie felt really funny, like her heart pulling, trying to stay.
© 2017 Jackie Lynnley
This brings back memories of the posing clothes and play clothes from days gone by. I do miss seeing girls dressed up in frilly dresses the way it used to be. And there's always that favorite set of grandparents that work their magic on the grandchildren with the barnyard animals and pets. A nice slice of nostalgia in this read.
Oh, Jackie, you painted everything quite well through your words of excellent writing ... a sign of a true writer!
Oh, Jackie, this is a precious story and reminds me too of childhood times when change was upon us ...it's so hard to leave what we love behind, but as you say, it's life.
Excellent writing, sweet friend, as always!
Love you,
Aww. Katie is so forlorn without hearing her whistle before leaving. But I suppose we all have moments in life that feel that way.
The idea of Katie's heart pulling is so sad. It's difficult to say goodbye to a familiar home and to grandparents who love you. I hope Katie finds happiness in the future.
Another wonderful tale about Katie. Cannot wait to find out what she finds when she gets to her new home.
I lived with one grandmother and the other lived nearby. So glad that I never had the heart-wrenching experiencing you described so well in Katie's case. That picture in the car is such a good fit. Good job!
A very emotional narration of the feelings of Katie that makes the reader involved with a full heart in the characters of it. I really feel sorry for Katie but she has no other option.
I never had the luck to enjoy the love of my grandparents as they were already lost. Even I do not have any clear memories of my life with my mother as she passed away at my age of 13. I only remember my life with my father and one uncle, aunt.
Jackie....What a sweet story. You made me feel Katie's thoughts and emotions, quite realistically. I guess we never do forget how we felt as a child. We surely remember our time & relationships with our grandparents!
Hey, it's nice to talk to you when we're not discussing "You-know-who!" Peace, Paula
Sorry I'm so late.
Good writing helps us to become emotionally involved with the characters of a story. That's what I read here...that's what I experienced...I feel for Katie, so you, my friend, are a good writer.
Most of what Katie could do, was obeying her parents, and enjoy every moment at grandparents. Adults barely understand the distress of the children when due to moving away children must leave their homey environment . Your story is reminding me of my own longing... Lovely read
Blessings to you.


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When I heard that North Korea has introduced a food site I was interested to see what it was all about.
Of course I do not read or speak the Korean language so I invited my good friend Google translation services to help me.
It didn't seem to do a very good job of translating as it was hard to get even a single concept from the text on the Korean website.
Judge for yourself. Here is the translated text.
Generation of human beings trying to live in this land coming from noted pioneer of human civilization on the food culture in the world, our ancestors boast Dishes precious heritage of the Korean nation was created. 5,000 years with the eternal history and splendid culture to our nation pijul followed by long periods of single people in my life that our country has produced in his own wisdom and dietary ingredients of national characteristics and technology in Europe and America can meet a lot of people creating food and has developed succession.
Dishes are excellent daedaesonson shipbuilding nation's animal and plant resources for food and wisdom in the process of our people have accumulated a wealth of experience combined and proud creature made of excellent food culture. Dishes of our national traits of the people deeper flavor and odor, as well as saekgalyi unique nutritional and scientific history is long and high, guaranteed by the Ministry of Culture is widely known as the world.
Known the world kimchi, bulgogi, let Jim Rock, Lee's masterpiece of shipbuilding sinseonro fee, the famous and the Taedong River in Pyongyang raengmyeon mullet soup, shipbuilding sheet and tofu, bean sprouts, from the food that we are all people of the Korean people's national characteristics and the West, symbols national as well as darker colors fit hyangtoae was drifting in my country, my home food loved by all of us as the people of the nation reboot is valuable.
People usually graceful taste of riparian Dishes to serve as a base for a wonderfully comprehensive national clean water pipe line iltteo!
Its name is a significant clean water pipe is revered doeyeo General in the implementation of the yiminwicheon rinyeom great love of crystals, including the Leader and the General imbued with the hanryang not be eunjeong this hot.
clear stream tube, as the splendor that is spacious for the people and for the people and the ability and the technology is high Dishes served in a dining room entirely to the people in the world can not see find.
Leader of the noble idea of parental brilliantly realized yiminwicheon Nagashima won the reverence for the General Plan and the gracious love of the subject in 71 (1982) 15 April 70 anniversary of the birth of parents and fits Leader hatched out of the total floor space of 12 000 clean water pipe and 1,000 ㎡ indoor seats and 600 outdoor seats on Lee's exemplary service fees competent
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Rice is the basic staple of our people.
Among our people in various foods like rice and rice to eat the best meals to be considered eun.
Rice originates in our country is very long ago.
Excavated ruins of Neolithic artifacts our ancestors through materials Already a hoe farming era, the moisture farmer Joe Pina, millet, and rice production was after that, sorghum, soybeans, red beans and rice production to have it made and ate the same food You can learn.
Record of the word rice The first time I see coming out of the three countries, which is "Samguk Yusa" includes rice, red rice has the word written.
rice Korean feudal dynasty came to that kind of time also create a more diversified and developed.
Rice white, depending on the material and processing methods rice, japgokbap, ohgokbap, namulbap, Bibimbap, toss the rice flour and the like.
Among them, the oil is flowing round eyes seemed to shine like a bluish white to white rice like a jeonggalhan our people, and it reflects the ethnic characteristics of the Korean people of the underlying stock, and well known in the world.
Round eyes – food in America
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Looking for a beautiful dessert to present as the finale of your holiday dinner? Look no further! This gluten free apple cranberry upside down cake is not only beautiful but tastes heavenly too. It is a dessert that all of your guests will love, gluten free or not. It is such a blessing for those guests with food sensitivities or allergies to be presented with safe options that you are serving to everyone. This cake has sweetness from the apples and tang from the cranberries and has a zip from fresh and crystallized ginger and orange marmalade. There are a few steps in the process of making this cake but they are so worth the effort. Make this cake the shining glory of your Thanksgiving or Christmas gathering!
4 tbsp. coconut oil
3/4 c. brown sugar
1 c. chopped apple (I used a golden delicious)
1 1/2 c. fresh cranberries
3 tbsp. chopped crystallized ginger
2 tbsp. orange marmalade
2 tsp. fresh grated ginger
Preheat oven to 350f.
First step: The topping
In a 9 in. round or 8 in. square pan with 2-3 inch sides melt the coconut oil in the oven. Then stir in the brown sugar and fresh grated ginger and orange marmalade. Return to the oven to continue melting. Stir to combine and then once melted add the apples, cranberries and crystallized ginger.
Step two: The cake batter
1 1/2 c. gluten free all-purpose flour blend (mine includes xanthan gum, if yours doesn't than add 1 tsp.)
1/4 c. coconut oil
3/4 c. sugar
1 tsp. gf vanilla extract
2 tbsp. orange marmalade
2 tsp. fresh grated ginger
1 c. vanilla coconut milk beverage
Ener-G Foods egg replacer for 2 eggs
1/4 tsp cream of tartar
For the cake batter place coconut oil, sugar and vanilla in the large bowl of an electric mixer. Combine until fluffy. Add orange marmalade and fresh grated ginger. Then alternate between the flour blend and the milk. In a separate bowl whisk the egg replacer as directed and add the 1/4 tsp. cream of tartar. Fold this into the cake batter. Pour this batter over the fruit and caramel. Bake for about one hour or until a tooth pick in the center comes out clean. Cool 15 minutes then run a knife around the outside edge and then invert onto a cake plate. Then serve with pride and enjoy your holiday meal. This can be served with a scoop of your favorite vanilla non-dairy frozen dessert or whipped topping.
Tags: Dairy-free, Dessert, Egg-Free, Gluten-free, Nut-Free, Vegan
4 Comments on Gluten Free Apple Cranberry Upside Down Cake
Think I could use maple syrup instead of sugar? I am sugar free.
palm/coconut sugar? Where do you buy that? I have not even heard of it. I do have some Xyliyol. I may try that. You are supposed to be able to use it like sugar, but it wouldn't have the brown sugar taste.


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Vodafone has launched a Navigation App for the iPhone, offering turn-by-turn instructions for an extra £3 a month on your contract.
The Vodafone Navigation App is available for free, although to get access to the information needed to run it you will need to be a Vodafone customer and pay either £3 a month for the duration of your contract, or £5 month by month.
"Vodafone today announced its Vodafone Navigation App is now available from the App Store," said Vodafone.
"The app provides turn-by-turn navigation, with voice instructions and speed camera alerts, for any location in the UK meaning Vodafone customers now have the option to never be lost again."
Apparently it is at the end of April 2010 that Vodafone customers can decide to keep the app for the length of their contract or choose to take it on a monthly basis.
Vodafone 360 People Sync App
The service provider has also announced a second app, with the 360 People Sync App allowing you to 'seamlessly' sync your contacts between your old phone and your sparkly new Apple handset.
Customers can sync contacts from almost 500 phones to iPhone so no-one need ever lose a contact again. Customers can check whether a phone is supported by registering for an account at 360.com.


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Where'd Palin come from? Lost in the bad press, McCathyism, and populist chicanery is the fascinating story of how Little Miss Wasilla charmed the pants off the Republican intellectual establishment*
*(Take the phrase under advisement when this fool is allowed onto the reservation.)
Jane Mayer of the New Yorker magazine, (now with more racism!) uncovers the gory details:
"During her gubernatorial campaign, (policy advisor John) Bitney said, he began predicting to Palin that she would make the short list of Republican Vice-Presidential prospects. "She had the biography, I told her, to be a contender," he recalled. At first, Palin only laughed. But within a few months of being sworn in she and others in her circle noticed that a blogger named Adam Brickley had started a movement to draft her as Vice-President. Palin also learned that a number of prominent conservative pundits would soon be passing through Juneau, on cruises sponsored by right-leaning political magazines. She invited these insiders to the governor's mansion, and even led some of them on a helicopter tour."
Although the McCain-Palin campaign has trashed the media and coastal elites, the governor spent tens of thousands of dollars on east coast PR firms to promote her pipeline projects to such small-town main-street publications as the New York Times, Washington Post, and Fortune. The blogger Brickley, who originally registered the PalinforVP website, is a similarly textbook product of the big right-wing institutions: He's attended workshops at the Young America Foundation and interned for Heritage. While Brickley was passing word around the internet, the conservative establishment was trekking north to the realm of the moose queen:
"Shortly after taking office, Palin received two memos from Paulette Simpson, the Alaska Federation of Republican Women leader, noting that two prominent conservative magazines—The Weekly Standard, owned by Rupert Murdoch's News Corporation, and National Review, founded by William F. Buckley, Jr.—were planning luxury cruises to Alaska in the summer of 2007, which would make stops in Juneau."
This motley band of assholes included National Review editor Bill "the smiling assassin" Kristol, Weekly Standard editor Fred "the dead-ender" Barnes, and Bush speechwriter Michael "Axis of Evil" Gerson. The group met with Palin for lunch at the governor's mansion, as well as a "flight-seeing trip" along the Alaskan coast. Barnes recalled "being struck by how smart Palin was, and how unusually confident. Maybe because she had been a beauty queen, and a star athlete, and succeeded at almost everything she had done." He also added that she was "exceptionally pretty." Gerson called her "a mix between Annie Oakley and Joan of Arc." Paulette Simpson of the Alaska Federation of Republican Women described the all-male, all-over-55 group as "very enamored of her." Shortly after, Barnes' Weekly Standard ran the first major national article on the governor. Policy Advisor Bitney attributed this first step towards national prominance to the group's lunch date.
Senator Ted Stevens (R-Crime) later noted that "Kristol was really pushing Palin" around the DC cocktail circuit before McCain picked her. Two months before her selection, with Palin still far from the national radar, Kristol told Fox News Sunday that she would be the VP pick. In fact, Kristol harped on Sexy Sarah so shamelessly that moderator Chris Wallace asked him "Can we please get off Sarah Palin?" (Later, Kristol referred to the governor as "my heartthrob.")
Palin also entertained other conservative elites on a second National Review cruise. Guests included the Review's Rich "starbursts" Lowry, failed Supreme Court nominee Robert "Colonel Sanders" Bork, and Fox News' Dick "toe-sucking" Morris.
Conservative historian* Victor Davis Hanson recalled Palin "in high heels, walking around this big Victorian house with rough Alaska floors," and described her as "striking." Review senior editor Jay Nordlinger was admirably direct in referring to the governer as "a real honey" in an online column.
*(I'm using "historian" guardedly.)
Two days after Palin's selection, the excessively sleazy Morris wrote of the event: "I will always remember taking her aside and telling her that she might one day be tapped to be Vice-President, given her record and the shortage of female political talent in the Republican Party. She will make one hell of a candidate, and hats off to McCain for picking her." Attendees recalled that Morris warned the governor that she would have to "stay an outsider" to be successful after campaigning as one."
This was all groundwork for handing her to McCain. McMaverick wanted Lieberman, but his advisors vetoed the pick. Rove wanted Romney, but McCain and Romney never got along. Choices such as Minnesota Governor Tim Pawlenty and former U.S. Trade Rep Rob Portman were boring and added little to the ticket. Without any good options, advisors congealed around Palin. According to David Keene, chairman of the American Conservative Union, super-lobbyist Charlie Black told McCain: "If you pick anyone else, you're going to lose. But if you pick Palin you may win." (Black is a nasty, nasty character fwiw.)
The story of Palin really isn't small-town-girl-makes-good. Rather, it's a classic example of the Washington elite converging on a popular person and creating her via money and influence. The whole New Yorker feature is here and worth a read.


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Let's take a look at some of the newest posters for some of the most-anticipated upcoming films:
- The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey has released three new posters (in addition to this recently released collection) featuring Ian McKellen, Martin Freeman, Richard Armitage and Andy Serkis as Gollum. The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey opens December 14th.
- A new banner poster has gone up for Ruben Fleischer's Gangster Squad, which comes on the heels of these character banners. Starring Sean Penn, Josh Brolin, Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone, Gangster Squad opens January 11th, 2013.
- A new character banner poster for Richard LaGravenese's Beautiful Creatures, which doesn't match the actors' names with their characters for some reason. Starring Alice Englert, Alden Ehrenreich, Emma Thompson, Emmy Rossum, Jeremy Irons and Viola Davis, Beautiful Creatures graces theaters on February 13th, 2013.
- The first poster for The Hangover writers Jon Lucas and Scott Moore's 21 and Over is now available. Starring Miles Teller, Justin Chon, Skylar Astin and Jonathan Keltz, 21 and Over opens March 1st, 2013.
Hit the jump to see the new posters and synopses.
Posters courtesy of IMPA. Click to biggify.
Here's the synopsis for The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey:
"The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey" follows title character Bilbo Baggins, who is swept into an epic quest to reclaim the lost Dwarf Kingdom of Erebor, which was long ago conquered by the dragon Smaug. Approached out of the blue by the wizard Gandalf the Grey, Bilbo finds himself joining a company of thirteen dwarves led by the legendary warrior Thorin Oakenshield. Their journey will take them into the Wild; through treacherous lands swarming with Goblins and Orcs, deadly Wargs and Giant Spiders, Shapeshifters and Sorcerers. Although their goal lies to the East and the wastelands of the Lonely Mountain, first they must escape the goblin tunnels, where Bilbo meets the creature that will change his life forever… Gollum. Here, alone with Gollum, on the shores of an underground lake, the unassuming Bilbo Baggins not only discovers depths of guile and courage that surprise even him, he also gains possession of Gollum's "precious" ring that holds unexpected and useful qualities… A simple, gold ring that is tied to the fate of all Middle-earth in ways Bilbo cannot begin to know.
Here's the synopsis for Gangster Squad:
Los Angeles, 1949. Ruthless, Brooklyn-born mob king Mickey Cohen (Sean Penn) runs the show in this town, reaping the ill-gotten gains from the drugs, the guns, the prostitutes and–if he has his way–every wire bet placed west of Chicago. And he does it all with the protection of not only his own paid goons, but also the police and the politicians who are under his control. It's enough to intimidate even the bravest, street-hardened cop…except, perhaps, for the small, secret crew of LAPD outsiders led by Sgt. John O'Mara (Josh Brolin) and Jerry Wooters (Ryan Gosling), who come together to try to tear Cohen's world apart. "The Gangster Squad" is a colorful retelling of events surrounding the LAPD's efforts to take back their nascent city from one of the most dangerous mafia bosses of all time.
Here's a synopsis for Beautiful Creatures:
A supernatural love story set in the South, "Beautiful Creatures" tells the tale of two star-crossed lovers: Ethan (Alden Ehrenreich), a young man longing to escape his small town, and Lena (Alice Englert), a mysterious new girl. Together, they uncover dark secrets about their respective families, their history and their town. Oscar(R) nominee Richard LaGravenese ("The Fisher King,""P.S. I Love You") directs from his adaptation of the first novel in the best-selling series by Kami Garcia and Margaret Stohl. The film stars Alden Ehrenreich ("Tetro"), newcomer Alice Englert, Academy Award(R) winner Jeremy Irons ("Reversal of Fortune") Oscar(R) nominee Viola Davis ("The Help," "Doubt"), Emmy Rossum (TV's "Shameless") and Academy Award(R) winner Emma Thompson ("Howard's End," "Sense and Sensibility").
Here's the synopsis for 21 and Over:
Skylar Astin (Pitch Perfect), Miles Teller (Footloose) and Justin Chon (Twilight) star in 21 AND OVER, a hilarious movie that showcases a rite of passage gone horribly wrong. Straight-A college student Jeff Chang has always done what's expected of him. But when his two best friends Casey and Miller surprise him with a visit for his 21st birthday, he decides to do the unexpected for a change, even though his critical medical school interview is early the next morning. What was supposed to be one beer becomes one night of chaos, over indulgence and utter debauchery in this outrageous comedy.


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As I emerge from my post-surgery fugue I am starting to feel soooo much better. Turns out that my body was fighting an infection, I had an abscess- ewwwwwwwwww- and those can cause flu-like symptoms.
!!!!!!! So my vaguely-shitty feeling, which lets be honest, was actually really shitty I just didn't wanna be a big whiner, had a totally real cause and is totally really going away!!!!!!!!
The heavens are parting and angelic choirs sing jubilation!
And making things is nice to do again, and even just sitting around is nice to do too...
And I haven't listed any of this stuff yet but I was too eager to wait. Wanted to share my good news and my makies.
I should name this something about friends- Sparrow gave me the focal, 4Ophelia/NearlyLost gave me that amazing fancy bead I've turned into a hook, TeapostandTelephones gave me the oval stones (which I soldered together all cutely, check it) and the decals I put on the focal. Even the tiny pearls were a gift! Cidne of Inheritance Haul fame.
Fancy trinket box lid from Uruguay- I used the hinge for a connector.
Fishbone chain and waxed cord macrame.
What- another tassel-y lariat? No way. This one in glowing ambers with a touch of apple green.
The tiny myrrh beads were also Inheritance haul. I made the amber-ish looking beads, my faux-ancients. Yum.
Oh and I had to keep a bunch of these to make a choker out of. Gosh I love the things I make. Oh yeah, it's that feeling of enjoyment again. I'd forgotten about you!
Like look at that one bright magenta stripe in the middle-ish round bead. What is that? I don't know but it makes me so happy.
I twirled vintage silk cord then waxed the crap out of it, heating to allow it to sink into the fibers. Sterling hook from Inheritance haul.
Beautiful old tin with beautiful old text graphics. Paired with my tiniest beads and some of that fishbone chain.
Chain which had been sitting in front of me for ever, me thinking I'd never find a use for it. And pow, one batch uses it all up. And it's perfect.
I believe these are the very last of the Kathyhaul druzy. And the rose gold thingy is from Patroness, used to house the birdie that went on to become this:
More little strands of myrrh, with tiny seeds between each nug.
Some of my connectors I didn't sell because I wanted to play with them myself.
Do you see, Miss Linda of TeapotsandTelephones, just how much I've enjoyed these goddamn decals? I mean, where'd they come from? They are so superior to all others I've seen anywhere. Though it also turns out you can make your own decals- there's decal printer paper out there, mm-hmm.
OK, ok, ok. Can we stop and squee over these teeeny tiny earrings here? Can we just? Go ahead, I'll give you a moment.
Look how tiny they are:
OK, now I have to measure everything, describe it in glowing terms, come up with some fancy names.... arg. So if any of you want any of the above and want to tell me right quick, you'll be saving me a heap of work.
Or not, that's cool. I'm just not sweating it anymore.
Oh also another thing that happened - since I mentioned my surgery on Instagram, two dear friends from college and from my 20s contacted me to check in. It was amazing. My college girl, she still regularly pops up in my dreams. Which always makes me kinda sad cuz it's like my subconscious still doesn't get that I'm not in contact with her anymore. But now I am.
Today we will visit the regal feline, whom the ancient Egyptians believed... no I can't, they're just too ridiculous.
I want to give a special thanks to all you lovely commenters. It really means a lot, especially when you're feeling shitty.
Fade and Remain wrote, "I heard that you should apply the herbs directly to your boobs, in the sun, with a few magnets stuffed up your nose while standing in a large glass punch bowl. At least, that's what I do and the neighbors seem to enjoy it."
So many of you have had boob scares/actual problems! So many of you understood my wanting-it-to-be-cancer-cuz-then-at-least-it-would-explain-it thing, it made me feel so normal. You guize!