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Rounding out the final day of this year's Fire Prevention Week, we thought we'd take a look at five major blazes that afflicted P.T. Barnum over his long career as an impresario. In typical form, Barnum's set-backs were as spectacular as his successes. Any one of them would have ended the career of many a lesser man. Barnum was made of sterner stuff.
Iranistan (1857)
Barnum built his showplace mansion in Bridgeport, Connecticut in 1848. It was inspired by the Royal Pavilion, a seaside palace in Brighton, England (a resort that is in many ways the British version of Coney Island). Built between the years 1787-1815, the Royal Pavilion's Indo-Saracenic style, characterized by onion-shaped domes and other Eastern features, is a kind of statement of the Empire which Britain was then building. Barnum hired architect Leopold Eidlitz to design his own version of the palace, which in its way was an expression of America's own Gilded Age Empire. It was naturally one of the most spectacular private homes in the country, and was visited by Barnum's famous friends such as Mark Twain, Matthew Arnold, Horace Greeley and George Custer. A picture of Iranistan on Barnum's letter head convinced Swedish Nightingale Jenny Lind to accept Barnum's offer to tour the United States. At the time the house was set on fire by workmen, Barnum had not been living there for several months due to financial setbacks. Later he would build "More Stately Mansions", to use fellow Nutmegger Eugene O'Neill's phrase, but none to match Iranistan. He wouldn't risk the capital or the heartbreak.
American Museum (1864/65, 1868)
Established 1842 at the corner of Broadway and Ann Street in Lower Manhattan, P.T. Barnum's American Museum was one of America's greatest tourist attractions, the pride of New York. The building contained thousands of curiosities, artworks, artifacts, live animal specimens, and a Lecture Room where Freaks and Philosophers alike held court. That the place lasted for over two decades without being visited by the plague of fire which seemed more the rule than the exception in the 19th century, is a minor miracle. But bad luck finally caught up with Barnum. In 1864 a Confederate plot to set the place afire was quashed, but the following year the museum burned to the ground, possibly also at the hand of Southern saboteurs. Financially ruined, Barnum managed to climb back though, rebuilding both the museum and his collection on a fast track to restore his fortunes. Then, it 1868 it happened again. A faulty chimney flue caused the new American Museum to burn to the ground as well. As the event happened in the dead of a very cold winter, the water of the firefighters became a facade of icicles, inspiring many famous images:
Coming so hard on the heels of his most recent devastation, Barnum opted not to rebuild this time. The American Museum was no more. But Barnum was far from finished. Being out of the museum business was what caused Barnum to become a tented circus impresario. Ironically, given the ephemeral nature of a tent show, it was to be the Ringling Brothers Barnum and Bailey Circus that would keep his name before the public for another century and more, and not an ostensibly more permanent brick and mortar structure.
The Hippotheatron (1872)
Four years after the death of his museum, Barnum purchased the Hippotheatron ("horse theatre") on 14th Street as a winter quarters for his traveling show, and a combined circus building with seating capacity of 2,500, and a smaller version of his museum, including a menagerie. He had scarcely been there any time at all when this, too, burned down.
Barnum's Fifth Great Fire (1887)
In 1887, Barnum's circus winter quarters in Bridgeport, CT burned down again causing mass destruction of property and the lives of many animals. By the following year he had partnered with James A. Bailey to form the Barnum and Bailey Circus. Barnum always found a way to rebound. He died, however, in 1891; there is no rebounding from that.
For some related posts: see my articles on the General Slocum Disaster, the Iroquois Theatre Fire, and the Fires of Coney Island.


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Will we ever know what role, if any, the Wuhan lab had in the emergence of COVID-19? That's hard to say. But in the absence of certainty, there's great demand to gin up suspicion in the direction. There are information politics around this, I argue in a piece for Molly McKew's Great Power newsletter.
To quote: President Joe Biden's "willingness to wade into this topic in such a forthright way [by announcing the intelligence review] is surprising. But real caution is warranted. Biden wouldn't be the first president to have their agenda co-opted or swayed by noise driven by social media, including in ways that ultimately undermined their stated policies."
There is the vivid example of the online chatter around the Syrian Civil War in President Barack Obama's time.
"Attention absorbed by the Mideast helped prevent the US from carrying out its long-promised Pivot to Asia in earnest, which then gave China more time and room to move in the region. I watched this play out in news cycle after news cycle from my vantage in Australian news."
It's also worth acknowledging that some of the loudest proponents of Wuhan lab leak theory are also oblivious doves on Russian meddling in the West. Chief among them: the GOP and associated rightwing commentators. This raises the question of how much pro-Kremlin propaganda blends in with this China-phobic content. That brings the unanswered question: why?
Read the full piece here.

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COVID-19 Rental Relief "Application Assistance Pop-Up" Event in Cathedral City
April 10, 2021 @ 9:00 am - 3:30 pmFree Admission
En Español: https://www.unitedlift.org/esp
The economic fallout brought on by COVID-19 continues to negatively impact communities through Riverside County. In response, United Lift––a joint effort by Lift to Rise, Inland SoCal United Way, and the County of Riverside––announced that new rental assistance resources will soon become available to keep Riverside County families housed.
The Riverside County Board of Supervisors in February voted to approve $57,267,219 in emergency rental assistance program funding from the U.S. Department of the Treasury. Combined with previous funding rounds from the CARES Act, Community Development Block Grant funds and other sources, United Lift totals more than $90 million.
The program is one of the largest per capita allocations of direct rental assistance in the country and one of a handful to operate on a countywide basis. With nearly 2.5 million residents, Riverside County is the 10th-largest county in the United States.
Applications for the next round of United Lift rental assistance are available now and will continue until funds are depleted, or until December 31, 2021, whichever happens first.
This year, the program will provide one-time rental assistance support to cover up to 12 months of unpaid rent during the period between March 13, 2020 until the time of application, plus an additional three months of future rent. Eligibility is limited to renters in Riverside County with a current lease agreement who are earning 80 percent or below of the area's median income and can document a loss of income due to COVID-19 economic impacts that leave them unable to make their rent. Assistance is provided without regard to immigration status.
Priority will be given to households with incomes less than 50 percent of the area median income, as well as households with one or more adults that have not been employed during the 90 days prior to submitting their application. Landlords with tenants with unpaid debt balances are encouraged to notify their tenants about this program.
Join Councilmember Nancy Ross at a mobile "Application Assistance Pop-Up" event that will occur on Saturday, April 10, 2021 from 9:00 am to 3:30 pm at the new Cathedral City Community Amphitheater located at 68526 Avenida Lalo Guerrero in Cathedral City. This is a free event with free parking. No appointment needed. Representatives will explain the application process and help you with determining your eligibility and filling out the application.
What: COVID-19 Rental Assistance Application Pop-Up Event
When: Saturday, April 10, 2021 from 9:00 am to 3:30 pm
Where: Cathedral City Community Amphitheater, 68526 Avenida Lalo Guerrero, Cathedral City
How: No appointment needed, just show up.
What to Bring with You:
Proof of COVID-19 Financial Impact
Proof of 2020 Household Income
More information on eligibility guidelines and the application portal can be found at UnitedLift.org.


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Emmanuelle Moureaux, known for her massive installations using numerals and letters as building blocks, recently crafted a new major work for the 100th anniversary of the Calpis brand. "Universe of Words" at 3331 Arts Chiyoda is the latest in the "100 Colors" series from the artist. Moureaux was last featured on our site here. Photos of this installation are by Daisuke Shima.
"'100 colors' is an installation series began in 2013, which forms space using 100 shades of colors," her site says. "Emmanuelle wishes to give emotions through colors as she felt from seeing overflowing "colors" in Tokyo when she first visited in 1995."
See more from the designer on her site.


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When you hear the words, financial plan, what comes to mind? Do you see it as something that should be left to the experts or those who are wealthy? Or maybe you struggle with thinking if it's even relevant for your financial needs.
The truth is, creating a financial plan is one of the most important decisions you can make to ensure financial stability. Quite simply, a financial plan is the best way to reach not only your financial goals, but your life goals. And it does not matter your age or how much money you may or may not have. A clear financial plan can take you from where you are today to where you want to be tomorrow.
What is a financial plan?
A financial plan is a well-thought-out and thorough document that contains your current financial situation, your short term and long term goals, your budget, your cash flow, and strategies that will help you to achieve your goals. A successful financial plan calls for setting goals, developing a clear and concise plan to achieve them, and putting them into action.
It may sound like much, but it's totally doable. A financial plan is a blueprint for handling everything you do with your money including circulating, saving, investing and using credit. There are three types of credit that you can learn about from our previous blog.
When building your financial plan, start by taking the time to thoroughly assess your current financial status and, as said before, set specific financial goals. To start, be sure to set attainable goals. And by this, we mean realistic ones. Create a budget based on your (actual) income–the money you truly have and not what you wish you had. This calls for being honest with yourself.
Once you have completed your plan, review it at least once a year and make any necessary changes that are needed. Did your income decrease or increase? Have you begun investing? Did you experience any financial losses? Having a steady income is one of the first steps in establishing a financial plan. Whether from salary or investments, a stable income is at the heart of this planning process.
A financial plan gives you a sense of financial independence, security and maturity.
Financial Independence is when you have accumulated enough finances in investments, retirement or savings. And the income you receive from these assets is enough to meet your financial needs for the rest of your life. Attaining financial independence is not an easy feat. Your daily spending will have to be evaluated. Then, you will have to decide if your wants are more important than the goals you've written down.
Achieving financial independence can be a reality once you avoid consumer debt, excessive spending and keep a watchful eye on your cash flow. The key to real financial independence is to spend/circulate less than you earn and in doing so you will have more to save or invest.
Financial Security is when you have peace of mind about your financial status. If you're reading this blog, we believe that this is a goal of yours.
Your financial security depends on the strategic plan that you establish. Having a strong plan in place will ensure that no matter what comes your way, you will be well prepared to address it. Proper insurance, home ownership, vehicle ownership and a financially-stress-free life will give you a sense of comfort that is almost comparable to none.
Many of us don't think about financial security until it is too late. Although you may be in the very early stages of creating your financial plan, know that it is never too early to think ahead. Life can be very challenging and there are uncertainties in it that we may not want to think about, because they make us uncomfortable.
However, if we're going to have a successful financial plan, we have to think beyond today. A stress-free life is a natural byproduct of financial security. This comes from the planning and thinking that goes beyond the here and now.
Financial Maturity is a combination of elements that lead you to have confidence in your financial planning. This does not happen in the blink of an eye, though. The reality is many people will not reach financial maturity until later on in life. How do you know you've reached financial maturity? A survey done by Zopa, a lending company, suggests that most people don't reach financial maturity until they're 31.
Educating yourself about your personal finances is a key step in financial planning. In fact, this was one of our steps in our recent blog on financial commitments for 2021. You can build your financial literacy by reading financial literature, listening to financial advisors, or by subscribing to our blog. We are always striving to educate our subscribers on their financial journey.
A financial education is highly important and you really don't have to spend (much) money to get one. There are a ton of online resources that you can access for free. The more you know, learn about, and understand your finances, the better prepared you will be in the future.
Financial planning and preparation helps you save and accumulate your assets. This preparation helps you to know what is required to support your lifestyle. Looking at your budget on a monthly basis will help you make sense of it. Stick to your budget. Straying from your budget will take you further away from your goals.
Preparation is an important key in your financial plan. If you know that you will be in the market for a vehicle, prepare yourself by knowing what you can afford to pay monthly. Have your financing already in place so all you have to do is go in, explore your options, sign the paperwork, and drive away in your vehicle. When you are prepared, it can save you time and money.
A healthy relationship with your money is essential to your financial plan. Almost everything we do in life has some monetary consequences. Whether it's where we decide to live, what we decide to drive, or where we decide to shop–money is involved. Money is an excellent commodity and, like with anything you value, you should take great care with it.
This does not mean, though, that you hold on to it and bury it away.
The poor and the middle class work for money. The rich have money work for them.
In his best selling book, Rich Dad, Poor Dad, Robert T. Kiyosaki presented this idea of the rich making their money work for them.
Money is meant to be circulated. But be mindful of where, when, how, and who it goes to. A good relationship with your money ensures that you are keeping with your budget and financial plan. We believe that when you treat your money right, it will return the favour.
Now let's look at some other aspects of your financial plan:
Capital includes the cash and other financial assets that is held in your financial portfolio. Having a sufficient amount of capital allows you to have a cushion for any unexpected expenses. Your capital can be adjusted as you move further into your financial plan. It can increase if your level of income increases, or decrease if you lost income or had an unforeseen expense.
Cash Flow is essential to your financial plan. It allows you to determine and keep track of money coming in and going out. When your cash flow is healthy, you can begin to think about investments and other sources of income. This can improve your overall financial well-being. As you closely monitor your cash flow, you will be able to see the value of your financial plan. To get started, create your own personal cash flow statement here, by downloading this free Microsoft Excel template.
Savings is where the budget in your financial plan comes in. Once you have set your goals and put your budget in place, you can start seeing the slow and steady accumulation of your funds. If you establish a consistent saving pattern, you can see this small sacrifice reward you over time.
Your financial plan will help guide you on what you can save, once you have taken care of your living expenses and needs. A good rule of thumb is to save at least 10% of your monthly income.
Many people ask the question, Why should I save? The simple answer:
Savings alleviates financial concerns.
Financial worry can lead to stress, which causes numerous health issues. Of course, this means added expenses such as medication and doctor bills. Healthy saving practices give you the benefit of feeling (possibly) at ease if, and when, an unexpected expense or emergency arises. The extra measure of security that savings provide is priceless.
When you become efficient at making and following the financial plan you have developed for yourself, you will be able to live comfortably. This can mean purchasing the items you need and want without feeling guilty or becoming stressed out. It can also mean having the financial leverage that you did not have before.
Granted, our lives are quite busy and complex these days. That said, we do recognize how easy it can be to lose sight of your plan. We would encourage you to regularly review your financial plan. Take a look at your financial goals at least once a month. This will help you to see how far you've come and help you stay on course.
Having a financial plan makes your journey a lot smoother to navigate, and by establishing goals, creating a budget and accumulating savings you will achieve the success that you want on your financial journey.
As we always affirm, we know, and believe, you can do it!
Are you ready to start to make your financial plan? We would love to hear how this information inspired you. Our hope is that this blog has shown you how important a financial plan is, and that you do need one. Why not start to create one today?
For more insights on all the financial possibilities available to you, feel free to contact us or reach out to Empowering the Possibilities on Facebook and, of course, don't forget to share this information with others.


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On today's edition of The Palace of Pistons Podcast, Mike Anguilano and Aaron Johnson are back to talk all the latest surrounding the Detroit Pistons. To begin the show, the duo discusses the performances of the additions Troy Weaver made to the team in the offseason and the greater meaning behind it. Then, the two look at how Dwane Casey and the Pistons can look to maximize Blake Griffin, who has struggled throughout the season. Finally, they look at Isaiah Stewart, the impressive play the rookie has had, and his candidacy to start at center for Detroit moving forward.
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-palace-of-pistons-podcast/id1399579304?i=1000505866358


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Just in time for a fresh class of Vendée Globe sailors to attempt their circumnavigations, The International Association of Cape Horners (IACH) has taken on the responsibility of maintaining an official register of sailors who have completed solo circumnavigations by the Three Great Capes—Good Hope, Leeuwin and the Horn. The task is a large one and draws from the expertise of Sir Robin Konx-Johnston (former keeper of the listing), historian DH Clare and the World Sailing Speed Record Council as well as books and public information. As it stands, the register includes 156 solo non-stop circumnavigators and 141 who have completed the route with stops.
With the specs for each circumnavigation, a notes section and links to more information, this resource is a fascinating document to explore whether you're planning a circumnavigation or just diving into the nautical history. Sir Robin commented that "It seems totally appropriate that the IACH now becomes the holder of the list of solo circumnavigators passing south of the Three Great Capes. This is a valuable resource."
Membership to the IACH is open to "those who have rounded Cape Horn under sail as part of a non-stop passage of at least 3,000 nautical miles which passes above the latitude of 52 degrees south in both the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans and is completed without the use of engines for propulsion."
To explore the register, click here.


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We have compiled a selection of information about the Fab Lab here that might be of interest to press products. Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions.
About the Fab Lab Siegen
The Fab Lab (Fabrication Laboratory) in Siegen is part of a worldwide and growing community of open workshops and innovation labs. In these places, people – regardless of background or previous experience – can learn and teach together, implement projects, and use tools and machines that are often not available to private users. Some such machines might be 3D printers or CNC mills, but the Fab Lab also has sewing machines or hand tools.
Learning to use such technologies together, sharing knowledge, and collaboration among people and organizations of all backgrounds are the focus here.
The open lab provides a safe space for experimentation. In doing so, we conduct research with ethical, legal and social implications in mind and treat people and resources with respect.
We encourage curiosity and creativity, creating space for personal development. It is important to us to work towards a sustainable and diverse society, which is why we enable low-threshold participation in technological, social and scientific developments.
We democratize access to technology and knowledge about it and are a place for cross-disciplinary knowledge exchange. In doing so, we bring people, academia and industry together.
Press inquiries to Fab Lab
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Emerging Arts Professionals/SFBA is a network focused on empowerment, leadership, and growth of next generation arts and culture workers in the San Francisco Bay Area through knowledge sharing, learning opportunities, and partnerships. By supporting today's emerging models and mindsets, EAP/SFBA hopes to generate a path for individuals' meaningful and sustainable work and to stimulate a vibrant, integrated, and evolving arts and culture sector.
In 2010, I collaborated with EAP/SFBA leadership and Stanford University's Hasso Platter Institute for Design to create a new leadership development fellowship designed to enhance the skills of emerging and mid-career culture professionals. As an advisor, I continue to support both the local EAP network of California and well as other chapters emerging across the country.


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Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) wouldn't let Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) read Coretta Scott King's blistering takedown of Sen. Jeff Sessions (R-Ala.) on the Senate floor on Tuesday night. But there's no reason you can't.
King, the widow of Martin Luther King Jr., wrote the scathing 10-page letter in 1986, when Sessions ― now President Donald Trump's nominee for attorney general ― was being considered for a federal judgeship.
In it, King said Sessions "lacks the temperament, fairness, and judgement to be a federal judge" and has "used the awesome power of his office to chill the free exercise of the vote by black citizens."
King argued that Sessions' appointment "would irreparably damage the work of my husband."
Warren, who opposes Sessions' nomination to be attorney general, said King's words remain relevant 31 years later.
Warren attempted to read the letter on the Senate floor, but McConnell invoked the little-used Rule XIX, which says, "No Senator in debate shall, directly or indirectly, by any form of words impute to another Senator or to other Senators any conduct or motive unworthy or unbecoming a Senator."
A few hours later, Sen. Jeff Merkley (D-Ore.) read portions of the same letter on the Senate floor without any interruption.
In the letter, King stressed that Sessions' 1985 attempt to prosecute three civil rights activists for voter fraud proved baseless, and "raises serious questions about his commitment to the protections of the voting rights of all American citizens and consequently his fair and unbiased judgement regarding this fundamental right."
King added:
"Based on his record, I believe his confirmation would have a devastating effect on not only the judicial system in Alabama, but also on the progress we have made everywhere toward fulfilling my husband's dream that he envisioned over twenty years ago."


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When it comes to child custody and specific types of visitation orders, every state has its own specific rules and regulations. California, of course, is no different, with the state having four different visitation orders that parents must potentially understand.
What are the four types?
California's four visitation orders include:
- Scheduled visitation: Visitation that occurs according to a pre-determined schedule. This schedule is generally agreed to by the parents in order to minimize conflict and ensure that each parent can have access to their child.
- Reasonable visitation: Open-ended orders that put an emphasis on flexibility and cooperation, these orders require that parents actually get along and are able to agree to a schedule in a conflict-free manner.
- Supervised visitation: When visiting a child must be supervised by another adult, spouse, or professional agency.
- No visitation: Occurs when having a child see a parent would be harmful to the child in some way. This also often involves barring any sort of contact.
What factors determine visitation?
The answer to this important question varies from parent to parent, and judges may weigh different factors accordingly. However, generally speaking, a judge will take the following into account:
- The strength of the relationship between both parents
- If there are any negative factors, such as substantiated allegations of abuse or mistreatment
- Age and emotional health of the child
- How visitation may impact the child's ties to their home community
Child custody, of course, can be a highly contentious part of any divorce or separation. If you find yourself in the middle of a child custody issue, your best bet is to contact a family law attorney who can help you navigate the court system and get you the best possible result to ensure that you can see your kids as much as you deserve.


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Dr. Chris Zaino is a world-renowned speaker, author, entrepreneur, and HERO.
Dr. Chris's story is amazing. It's about pushing yourself to your greatest potential and not giving in to anything. After overcoming a life threatening illness, he then studied to become a doctor to help others and serve. He is ready to accomplish great things in life and doesn't apologize for wanting to be the best version of himself possible. His latest adventure on YouTube, HERO, came from a moment of universal synchronicity, where he came to an awakening to the theme of his entire life. He teaches people about the innate intelligence inside of everyone. The true genius inside is usually untapped. Everybody has a hero, but sometimes we live a secret identity because we live other people's values. Today's show is how to to let go of that secret identity and become the true hero you were meant to be.
Table of content:
1. Dealing with incurable disease and starting over from being Mr Universe and top athlete (2:29-6:49)
2. When you feel that you are stuck in the corner, when you think there is one way or no way, you didn't really tried it all because if you did, you would have the results that you wanted. We don't realize that we become hopeless and victims when something "bad" happens to us. (6:49-8:12)
3. You are not getting the results you want because there is "blind spots". Those "blind spots" you don't see, and it's not your fault. This is why it's so important to have a mentor or coach that is a "straight shooter". A "straight shooter" is a person that see what you can't see. Just like the old saying: "you can't see the label when you are inside the bottle".
4. When you choose to correct your problem that effects your life and your future, you will get better because you don't give up on yourself no matter what!
You have to realize that no one is coming to save you and it's all up to you.
When you act like a victim, you blame the circumstances but when you really become resourceful, you start to tap into the inner power inside of you and you find a way.
5. Whenever you are in your life right now, take 100% responsibility because it's all your fault!
If your marriage sucks, it's because of you!
If your health sucks, it's because of you! (14:35-15:52)
6. The biggest lie you can tell yourself is that you can get away from whatever you are facing. your current state of your life has nothing to do with your circumstances but to how you respond to the circumstances. You always have the ability to change it, even though it might feel sucks, which it does. (15:52-17:00)
7. Words don't teach, experience do. When you go through hard times and you resolve from it, you transmute that to every area of your life. (17:00-19:13)
8. We all like to do something we are good at and that we get a good feedback on. You have to realize that the same principles that helped you to get really good at something, can also help you in any other area of your life that you want to succeed at. (19:13-20:18)
9. When you become self-aware and stop the "blame game" and own it, you then start to create lasting change. Once you start, you develop the discipline muscle that can be applied to any area of your life. (20:18-24:04)
10. Comparation leads to judgment, guilt, envy and perfectionist. What you want to be is a "potentialist". What a potentialist does is TODAY. You do the best you can with what you got, in the moment you got. The past is an illusion that we remember and make up, the future hasn't happened so the only power you have is right now. (24:04-26:30)
11. Set your alarm clock for 5 minutes earlier and once you are up, visualize and plan your day. Start small and build up on that. Do that for a month and see what happens! (26:30-31:55)
12. Do stuff that's align with your values and makes you feel good and that you enjoy it. (31:55-33:00)
13. Everything you put into your body is the building blocks of your body. You build yourself from what you eat. Eat grass fed, organic and green foods because those foods have more dense nutrients.
The best diet you can do is the one you feel that you can stay consistent with 80-90% of the time. (33:00-38:50)
14. Chris legacy- " I want to build a legacy and actually being able to see it happening while I'm alive" (38:50-40:00)
15. When you can be in a state of appreciation of the "now", every day you can become happy. You are not judging, guilting or in shame when you are in an appreciation state.
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My initial intention was to post this last night, but illness put paid to that, so apologies to anyone who got excited when reading about the return of this feature on Sunday's post. Primeras C and D were still in action on the weekend of the 15th December, so step this way for the results from those matches, as well as an update on which teams are doing how well in all the divisions below Primera A…
Primera División C, nineteenth round
Sacachispas 1 – 0 Barracas Central
Villa Dálmine 0 – 0 Luján
Excursionistas 0 – 0 Fénix
Argentino de Merlo 1 – 3 Colegiales
El Porvenir 2 – 2 Cañuelas
J.J. de Urquiza 1 – 0 Sportivo Dock Sud
Leandro N. Alem 2 – 1 San Martín de Burzaco
San Miguel 1 – 1 General Lamadrid
Deportivo Laferrere 2 – 2 Villa San Carlos
Sportivo Barracas Bolívar 4 – 1 Argentino de Rosario
Primera División D, eighteenth round
Juventud Unida 1 – 1 F.C. Midland
Atlas 1 – 2 Defensores Unidos de Zárate
Claypole 2 – 2 Yupanqui
Berazategui 4 – 0 Deportivo Paraguayo
Puerto Nuevo 1 – 2 Atlético Lugano
Deportivo Riestra 0 – 0 Victoriano Arenas
Liniers 1 – 1 Argentino de Quilmes
Ituzaingó 2 – 0 Deportivo Muñiz
F.C. Urquiza 1 – 0 Central Ballester
With B Nacional and Primera B having broken up for the summer already, then, the mid-season break is now underway in all divisions of the Argentine league. In Nacional B, San Martín de Tucumán lead the way on 35 points, two ahead of both Quilmes and Chacarita Juniors. Almirante Brown are on 31 and two of last season's relegated sides, Godoy Cruz and Nueva Chicago, are on 29 each. At the bottom, Sportivo Ben Hur are on 16, Instituto de Córdoba 18, and both Defensa y Justicia and Almagro have 20. Click here if you want to see the full table (columns are points – played – won – drawn – lost – scored – conceded – goal difference).
In Primera B, All Boys are on top having lost just 2 of their 21 matches, with 42 points. Sportivo Italiano have 40, Atlanta and Los Andes 38 each, and Comunicaciones complete the top 5 with 32. Deportivo Merlo are bottom, with 12 points and only one win, Defensores de Cambeceres have 13, Defensores de Belgrano 15, and Brown de Adrogué and San Telmo are both on 17. Click here for the table.
Colegiales top Primera C, on 37, with Barracas Central following up a point behind. Fénix, Leandro N. Alem and El Porvenir all have 33. Sportivo Dock Sud are bottom on 12, whilst San Martín de Burzaco and Argentino de Rosario are on 15 each. Here's the table.
In Primera D, Berazategui have 37, Defensores Unidos de Zárate 35, Midland 34, and Argentino de Quilmes and Deportivo Riestra 32 are both on 32. Two Club Deportivos – Muñiz and Paraguayo – are the only sides in any of the professional divisions yet to break double figures, with 7 and 9 points respectively, with Puerto Nuevo on 12 and Yupanqui on 15. There's then a seven point jump to Claypole and Juventud Unida on 22 each, but with half the season still to come, who knows what could happen? Click here to see the table.
In Argentino A, the zonal groups are currently lead by Atlético Tucumán (group A) on 38 points; Unión de Sunchales (group B) with 35, and Real Arroyo Seco (group C) on 26. Top of their groups in Argentino B, meanwhile, are Central Córdoba de Santiago del Estero (group A) with 21 points; Crucero del Norte de Posadas and Patronato de Paraná (group B) both with 26; Deportivo Maipú de Mendoza (group C) with 26; La Emilia de San Nicolás (group D) with 28; El Linqueño de Lincoln (group E) with 32, and Deportivo Roca (group F) with 27. If you want to see the tables, click here for Argentino A, and here for Argentino B.


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Friday, October 20th, 2017 (Baysville, ON): We're happy to report that our Pumpkin Party in late September has already raised $2000 for the Gord Downie Brain Cancer Research Fund. Let's keep the momentum going in honour of Gord and our brewer, Mark, who is recovering from brain cancer thanks to the great team at the Sunnybrook Hospital, supported by Gord's fund and the Sunnybrook Foundation. The advent of the internet has greatly influenced the way we live. Due to the nature of the Internet, companies can now interact not only among themselves, but also with customers. Such communication can be continuous and in real time. The use of online services for the purchase of medicines – the so-called Canadian pharmacy, is widespread in many countries. The main arguments used by supporters of this type of service are the opportunity to save time and money. However, despite all the benefits that Canadian pharmacy offers its customers, there are certain risks. The positions of the governments of different countries on this issue differ significantly, as does their argumentation.
We will be auctioning off official and authorized prints from David Bastedo, who captured live photography at the Man Machine Poem Tour. 100% of the proceeds will be donated to the Gord Downie Brain Cancer Research Foundation.
Bastedo captured the "JAWS" photo on August 1st, 2016 at Calgary's Scotiabank Saddledome. This photo was featured in Maclean's Magazine's "A Year in Pictures 2016". "Kingston Goodnight!" was captured after the final show of the Man Machine Poem Tour on August 20th, 2016 at Kingston's K-ROCK Centre.
Bid on Ebay: Jaws
Bid On Ebay: Kingston Goodnight!
These prints come with a letter of authenticity, a "JAWS" pin, and a "Kingston Goodnight!" fridge magnet. Bidding ends Monday, October 30th 9:00 AM (EST). The winning bidder can arrange shipment with the brewery or pickup in Baysville, ON.


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How to shed weight just before returning to the workplace
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As some workplaces throughout the country stage out function-from-household in favor of in-man or woman attendance, wage earners are fretting about how their colleagues will understand their fleshier physiques.
According to a March 2021 poll by the American Psychological Association, 42% of Us residents obtained extra fat than meant throughout the lockdown period. The APA found that men and women in the US have commonly put on 15 kilos given that March 2020, when COVID-19 initially took hold, amidst consolation feeding on, working out fewer and consuming far more alcohol.
Some, having said that, have taken regulate of the problem and missing the pandemic pudge.
The Submit satisfies 3 triumphant girls who've gotten back into condition.
Victoria Holberton, Manhattan
Within the 1st three months of lockdown, Holberton put on 20 pounds. She went from remaining a svelte, balanced mother to a diabetic with "outrageously high" blood sugar levels.
"Working from residence, my partner and I would get bacon, egg and cheese bagels each individual early morning, cook dinner enormous foods and get by means of two bottles of wine a working day," she stated. "I'd frequently snack on cookies [and] brownies."
The CPA would unbutton her pants in the course of Zoom calls and pray her previous colleagues wouldn't notice the alter in her seems to be. When her business obtained an additional enterprise throughout lockdown, she fretted about having to meet up with new colleagues.
"I didn't want them to see me at the worst bodyweight of my lifetime," she said.
So, determined by guidance from her doctor and worry about her eventual return to the office, she dropped a total 30 lbs by means of intermittent fasting and then kicking the booze in July 2021.
The 38-year-previous, who is 5-foot-7, is down to 150 lbs and no more time requirements to consider products for diabetes. She simply cannot hold out to see colleagues new and aged following Labor Working day. She is also relieved her formal enterprise apparel from most loved merchants this sort of as Reiss in good shape once once again.
"I may well even splash out on some new clothes," Holberton said. "I lastly come to feel fantastic."
Terrilyn Brumfield, Dallas, Texas
Soon just before the onset of COVID-19, Brumfield interviewed for a new job in HR. She landed the gig, but immediately after 9 months of lockdown, the costume she'd worn for the big job interview no more time match.
The mom-of-one particular piled on the lbs . and went up two gown sizes though functioning from household due to consuming french fries and her 5-12 months-aged daughter's candies, and top a much more sedentary lifestyle.
"I prevented the scales," she recalled. "I'd have on sweat trousers that experienced place to give."
Her cheapest stage arrived for the duration of a holiday photoshoot with her loved ones. The photographs emphasised her more substantial determine and fuller confront.
"I really don't know if my colleagues found the alterations on Zoom calls," Brumfield reported. "But I desired to get off on the proper footing and make a specialist impact when we saw each individual other in individual."
She last but not least started working with the $2,000 Peloton bike she'd invested in prior to Christmas, doing 30-moment rides — her favored instructors include things like Ally Enjoy, Cody Rigsby and Jess Sims — five moments a 7 days. The 34-calendar year-aged also took to meditating consistently employing the Peloton app.
"It was a holistic method and the weight came off," mentioned Brumfield, who reckons she has dropped close to 40 lbs by a mix of exercising and healthier ingesting. Her hope is to lose 20 more kilos to total the transformation.
Her business hasn't however declared an stop date for its distant working techniques but she is eagerly awaiting the determination and energized by the opportunity.
Brumfield added: "I want to set my best self out there."
Robin Cocheu, Portland, Oregon
The 57-12 months-outdated elementary college instructor has not noticed her young learners in human being because March 2020. She's been instructing them remotely as section of the district's "comprehensive distance learning" plan.
"It's been a hard [time] for every person which, in my case, led to bodyweight achieve and thoughts of despair," mentioned Cocheu.
Inadequate meals alternatives prompted Cocheu to go up at the very least one particular costume sizing. She experimented with to disguise her growing determine during class movie classes by changing her place in entrance of the digicam.
But in June, after college shut for the summer, she fixed to take motion. Her intention was to seem and truly feel improved before in-human being interactions at last resume in September.
She mentioned: "I didn't want my principal and colleagues to think I was harmful and was eager to display I could hold up with my to start with graders."
Soon just after beginning the on line "Sparkle Girl" approach devised by New York wellness mentor Deborah Capaccio, Cocheu seasoned a alter in her mentality.
She became additional optimistic and contemplative, and felt inspired to abandon her weak ingesting schedule and observe a vegetable and protein-based mostly diet regime even though drinking plenty of water.
"I fulfilled at the very least some of my colleagues and students at a weeklong summer time university in early August," stated Cocheu, who is down 16 pounds and again to her earlier costume dimensions. "I felt superior in the shorts I was sporting and comfortable working about with the kids.
"When the new university 12 months starts immediately after Labor Day, I know I'll be very pleased of what I've accomplished."


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Trintella 50 368
The night before we were to take the new Trintella 50, Valour, out for a sail on Chesapeake Bay, her owner, Hal Denton, and captain, Tom Lawton, and I were up late talking. It was a chilly spring night, and we sat in the boat's distinctive midships cuddy, surrounded by large glass windows forward and on the sides. We didn't bother with the canvas that can seal this space off from the elements, making it a perfect place to stand a watch in wild, wooly weather, and no one bothered to turn on its heater. We certainly didn't need the AC.
We'd gone to dinner ashore earlier, and it was there that Hal started to explain how a lifelong powerboater had, in middle age, jibed about, learned to sail, then set his sights on some of the toughest passages around: the Fastnet, Newport-Bermuda, and Sydney-Hobart races. Those races-plus the grandkids (more on that later)-prompted him to take what he'd learned from his old boat, a Trintella 47, and ask its designer, Ron Holland, to stretch the envelope by three feet to produce an any-ocean cruiser to Hal's liking.
As Hal talked on into the night, a twisting story emerged of an ambitious owner, an internationally renowned designer, a builder in transition, and the intertwined paths that all led to Valour.
Oh, where to start. Well, first, meet Hal, the CEO of a large land-title insurance company and a recovering fox hunter and gentleman farmer with a 110-acre spread outside Princeton, New Jersey, and a wife who loves horses. Hal grew up in the Midwest, got his first taste of salt water during a three-year tour in the Navy, then spent 30 years owning a succession of powerboats with which he and his partners entertained clients. Summers, he'd wine and dine guests in New York or along the Jersey shore. Winters, they'd move the boats and the parties to Key West. These were big boats, trawlers, with semi-displacement hulls in the 50- and 60-foot range, and they were Hal's passion.
Next, meet Hal's heart doctor. Ten years ago he told his ailing patient that he needed to relax; he suggested that Hal try sailing. The doctor, says Hal, didn't know much about the sport and pictured a daysailer on some lake and the skipper trailing his hand in the water on a warm summer day. Hal was skeptical.
"I was a happy powerboater," he says. "I thought sailboats were pretty stupid. They didn't go very fast, and sailors could never get where they were going."
But doctor's orders are doctor's orders, so he bought himself a Bayfield 25, an older Canadian boat that he remembers being as heavy as a rock. He also recalls it as the perfect boat for a beginner because it was most forgiving and, with its shallow draft, near impossible to run aground.
Next thing you know, Hal, then in his 50s, was having a ball. He took the Bayfield out six times and realized you could tinker endlessly with a sailboat. And, God forbid, should you get the sails in perfect trim and suddenly have nothing to do, the wind would change and you could start all over again.
Next, there was that business partner of Hal's, who in the 1970s bought an Intrepid 9-Meter. Unimpressed at the time, a now-enlightened Hal recalled that it was a pretty nice sailboat, so he went out and found it, hull number 23, and in 1998 he bought it and set to restoring it. Who knew: Not only did Hal like sailing boats; he also enjoyed all that's involved in fixing and building them, too. Soon Hal was back in his winter waters of Key West, but this time with the Intrepid. He hired a local character to sail with him every day and yell at him if he made a mistake.
Next thing you know, Hal was walking like a sailor, talking like a sailor, and hanging around with sailors, and they tempted him to take a bite from the forbidden fruit: He entered his first race.
So what was his heart doctor thinking by about 2000, when Hal took delivery of a new Trintella 47? With its cuddy amidships and aft cockpit, it allowed Hal to invite guests aboard and entertain in style. Its wide bridgedeck above meant below there was room for standing headroom in the starboard-side passageway to the aft cabin, a spacious area that soon became his personal hotel room when in Florida or in New York City.
"I love beautiful, high-quality things. The 47 made me smile every single time I went aboard," he says.
Meantime, Hal chartered a hot-rod raceboat, a Henderson 30, for one Key West Race Week and soon found himself buying one of the first Beneteau 36.7s, joining owners who were forming their own one-design fleet. He put the boat in Annapolis, Maryland, near Washington, D.C., where his two boys, Taft and Reed, live, figuring they could race with him on weekends and use the boat themselves the rest of the time. And if they got into sailing, so would their wives and eventually their kids (still none of those born yet). Hal's game plan envisioned the day when his wife would have to adjust to boating if she wanted to see her grandchildren.
With that in mind, along with thoughts of long-distance ocean races tugging at him, he needed a new boat, one that could cross oceans and then be a well-appointed floating home for his wife and the next generation of Dentons. He was ready for a new Trintella.
Lightning Strikes the Netherlands
The seeds of Trintella Yachts were planted in 1953, when Dutch harbormaster Anne Wever set up shop in Den Bosch, in the Netherlands, and began building wooden Lightnings. Soon, he met Dutch yacht designer E.G. van de Stadt, and before the decade came to a close, the first van de Stadt-designed steel-hulled sloop was launched, featuring a mahogany cabin top and named Trintel, after a local sandbank. The sailboat was a hit with sailors and added to Anne's growing reputation as a builder of quality boats. In the early 1960s, his yard became the first in Europe to be tempted by the potential of fiberglass hull construction, and in 1964 Anne built the Trintella, which van de Stadt designed to take advantage of the new material. As would be the trend for years to come, the hulls were laid up in England, then sent to the Netherlands to be finished by Dutch craftsmen. For the next 20 years, Anne turned out new models built in both fiberglass and later aluminum, the largest of which was the Trintella 75. By then, his company was focused squarely on high-end, semicustom boats.
In 1989 Anne retired. The Trintella name was sold to British investors, who turned to Ron Holland in 1994 to design the composite-built Trintella 47, the model that Hal would eventually buy.
These new investors, said Hal, quickly learned that building boats was an involved hobby-and an expensive one, thanks to Dutch labor costs. By the time Hal ordered his 47, Trintella Yachts was open to new ideas, and his boat was built at the Westerly yard, which the company owned in England.
By 2003, the British investors had determined that boatbuilding wasn't for them, and the company was placed into receivership. Hamble Yacht Services eventually bought the company and completed a Trintella 55 that was already in the works, then built Hal's new Trintella 50.
Laying Out Valour
Hal jokes that in addition to what he paid the builder, the Trintella 47 cost him a Dutch horse for his wife. The 50, he says, cost him two German horses as his wife embarked on an intensive two years of dressage training in Germany. But he doesn't complain; her frequent trips to Europe allowed him the opportunity to visit the Hamble yard often during Valour's construction.
Hal had gone to Ron Holland looking for a boat with more speed than the 47, more room below to accommodate a crew of eight, and with a layout that would be luxurious for entertaining and cruising but functional when beating offshore in race conditions. To increase volume below, a foot and a half was added to the midsection of the 47's mold and another foot and a half to the stern.
Ron says that little was changed in the forward sections of the boat, but he modified the treatment of the overhang on the stern. The result is a more elegant look, he says, and added usable space.
Like the 47, the new 50 would sport a cuddy and a lounging area on deck amidships and a cockpit aft, where the helm and sail controls are located. In laying out both the deck and the interior, Hal said the idea was to create both spaces where the crew (or clients) could come together as well as places where you could find privacy on a long passage.
Going down the companionway steps, you enter a saloon that's a few inches shorter in length than on the 47, in part because the keel-stepped mast dictates how space can be allocated. To port there's a small table and an L-shaped settee, with red-leather cushions, that can be converted into a full-size sea berth. A portion of the short side of the L can be removed, along with a part of the sole in front of it, so a box and waterproof curtains can be installed to hold foul-weather gear for those coming off watch when racing.
To starboard is a compact nav station packed with electronics. Aft of the saloon to port is a captain/crew cabin (or the bunk room for the grandkids). On many of the 47s, that space was used instead for a walk-in engine room. To starboard is an inline galley and passageway to the owner's cabin aft. In addition to the usual stove, fridge, freezer, and sink, the galley includes a dishwasher and a cappuccino machine-the latter a hit during late-night watch changes. Access to the 85-horsepower, five-cylinder Nanni diesel and 8-kilowatt Mastervolt generator is through panels on either side of the engine space.
The aft cabin is roomy, functional, and beautifully appointed. A waterproof wiring closet is concealed behind rich ash paneling-the same light-colored wood that's used throughout the boat-and there's a head and shower that's also shared by the captain's quarters, since the other head is all the way forward, with access only through the forward cabin. Lee cloths make the queen-sized berth a suitable space for two crew when racing.
The cabin forward at first seems unusual. To port there's a berth that's bigger than a single but not a full-sized double, and over it, there's a slide-out berth; its mattress doubles as a deck cushion for a get-away lounging space in front of the mast on the wedge-shaped cabin top. To port there's what might be called an upper berth, nearly chest high, with storage lockers underneath.
After spending the night here, though, I'd have to say the layout works. My bunk could be used by a couple, and the upper opposite would be fine for kids or a nimble single. With an overhead hatch and ports in the hull, the space is bright and pleasant by day and cozy at night.
All told, in racing mode there are six good sea berths, and once back in the harbor, where the aft cabin won't be pitching, there's two more, so every one of the eight crew can recover from the parties in comfort. Oh, and with a watermaker, there are showers for all every morning, Hal adds. No stinky crew on his boat!
By going with a carbon-fiber rig, Ron Holland cut down the weight of the spar in comparison with the 47, and he was able to add a yard to the mast while only increasing the depth of the keel by a foot. At 37,400 pounds, the 50 hit the water a few pounds lighter than the old 47.
The hull is a multilayer composite of SCRIMP-molded vinylester, Kevlar, and aramid fibers; the balsa-cored deck is finished with hand-laid 12-mil teak.
Rather than a line-driven Leisure Furl boom, as on the 47, Valour has an electric-drive Leisure Furl; it was dunked during a broach on the boat's delivery north from Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and wasn't working for our sail. After spelling the captain when it came time to crank down the sail using a conventional winch handle, I'd go with a new motor, if it were my boat. Or hire a bodybuilder for crew.
So how did Valour sail? To be honest, it was difficult to get a real feel for the boat in the 10 knots or so of wind that we had to work with both on that spring day in May and on the day last fall when the CW Boat of the Year judges sailed her, also off Annapolis. The day we had the judges on board, I can tell you that they loved the way the sail-control lines were clustered at a single workstation at the mast, the easily navigated decks, the responsiveness of the wheel, and how every step, handrail, and piece of hardware seemed to be in the right spot. They named the Trintella 50 as Best Full-Sized Cruiser for 2007.
And I can tell you that on the morning Hal, Tom, and I beat north under the Annapolis Bay Bridge, Valour tacked effortlessly, thanks to her solent rig and self-tending jib. We managed a speed over the ground of 6.5 knots with 11 knots of true wind, and we were closehauled at about 30 degrees of apparent-wind angle. Off the wind, with the 140-percent genoa rolled out, we ghosted our way back down the bay as the wind died and the water eventually turned to glass.
By Tom's account, it would've been more fun to be aboard this past winter, on the way to the finish of the Fort Lauderdale-to-Jamaica Pineapple Cup. With 45 knots screaming over the deck, Valour was in her element, sails set and crew determined-a perfect place to hone skills for what was planned then to be the last waltz with Hal's three grand dames of ocean racing, the Sydney-Hobart Yacht Race.
After taking delivery of Valour at the Hamble yard in 2005, she sailed the Round the Island Race, a qualifying race to France, and then the Fastnet. Hal then loaded the boat on a ship and had her sent to Baltimore. In 2006, he and his crew sailed the centennial running of the Newport-Bermuda Race.
But toward the end of our sail on what was turning out to be a delightfully warm Maryland spring day, Hal said the prospects of Valour seeing the Tasman Sea under his command were getting increasingly dim, in part because of health concerns. His reasoning included his belief that it wouldn't be fair for the crew to have to deal with the aftermath of a stricken skipper. The future, he said, may instead involve more daysailing or, ironically, even a return to the powerboats he still owns, if, in fact, that's what the doctor orders.
So with a potential change in plans, our conversation wound down with a tinge of sadness, though Hal brushed away any mention of regrets. The best part of building and owning two beautiful sailing machines? It's the people, of course.
"I've had wonderful relationships that will be lifelong with my crew and with the people who build these boats," said Hal.
Mark Pillsbury is CW's senior editor.


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The aim of the workshop is to explore the methods we use in studying and translating texts (by Jews, for Jews, about Jews, etc.) in various languages, and to be challenged by the ways in which scholars in Humanities disciplines other than our own approach to the study of texts and the art of translation. 'Translation' – defined here as broadly as possible – plays an important, but often hidden, role in our scholarship, and the goal of this workshop is to foreground its effects and consequences both in the texts that we study and in the methods that we employ. In other words, we are aiming in this workshop to foreground the effects of translation in the different disciplines we work in.
'Jewish texts' is widely conceived. Texts may be written by Jews as Jews, by Jews with Jews as an intended audience, in 'Jewish languages' and translated into 'non-Jewish languages', texts may be about Jews but not necessarily addressed to Jews, or texts may concern 'Jewish things' or be seen to concern Jewish matters, etc.
We split into the following discussion groups:
Translation and identity
This group addresses translation in the widest sense, ranging from the task and study of the action of translating from one language to another, to cultural exchanges which require the translation of concepts and ideas from one context to another in various social, textual and literary situations.
Genre, type of text
This group looks at the effects of text-type on translation and vice versa, asking whether there are shifts in textual genre and function in concrete translation situations: for example in the demands of translating literary, autobiographical, religious or other texts from one language and cultural or historical context to another, or in multilingual communication situations.
Reception of translations
Questions pertinent to this group concern the translation and retranslation of texts across different times and in different locations. What does it mean to translate or retranslate a text? How does a translation affect the reception of a text? What happens when one compares translations made in different contexts and at different times? How does this affect the reading of the original text in its language of origin?
This is a workshop primarily on methods. This does not mean that the content of the texts you are working with does not matter, but that what we want to share and reflect on are the various ways of approaching texts, languages, and translation. The workshop intends to bring together scholars of various disciplines who work on very different texts written across the ages. We are asking participants to teach and learn, and thereby critically reflect themselves, on the ways in which we approach our subjects. This means a conscious effort to articulate and think about the methods we take for granted in our respective disciplines and elucidate them for others. Thereby we aim to foster critical thought about our own working practices and fruitful discussion which challenges disciplinary assumptions.


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Todd W. Troyer, Ph.D.
Associate Professor
Office: BSB 1.03.28
Phone: (210) 458-5487
Email: firstname.lastname@example.com
Areas of Specialization
- Behavioral and Neural Dynamics
- Computational Neuroscience
- Noise and Sychnronization in Neural Circuits
- Songbird Learning
Ph.D. in Math; University of California, Berkeley
B.A. in Math and Physics; Washington University, St. Louis
Research Interests
Research in the Troyer lab focuses on the question of how neural activity is coordinated within neural circuits to produce behavior. One set of research questions centers on studies of vocal communication in songbirds and mice. Songbirds are an excellent model system for understanding how the brain orchestrates activity on multiple timescales to produce a complex sequence of actions.
A second line of research employs theoretical and modeling techniques to gain fundamental insights into how noise and variability influence computations in neural circuits. Particular questions include neural resonance and synchronization within cells and circuits, and the emergence of power law behavior.
Training Opportunities
Research in the Troyer Lab combines theoretical and computer modeling techniques with detailed analysis of vocal behavior. Students receive training in a broad range of techniques in computational neuroscience. More theoretical research is based on a solid grounding in mathematical approaches to studying and modeling nonlinear dynamical system, including the use of phase response curves and stochastic differential equations.
Students investigating vocal behavior will learn a range of modern signal processing techniques. All students receive extensive training in computer programming and gain familiarity with modern statistical and machine learning approaches to data analysis.


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Hemp & Denim's newest single RIDE
Hemp & Denim take us to the wonderful vibes of the 60s and 70s with their intoxicating blend of British and Californian pop rock, spanning the generations.
Hemp talks about RIDE - "We all have that unresolved relationship we wish would've turned out differently. These are poignant and bittersweet feelings, laced with melancholy and perhaps a bit of wistfulness. I think we captured this mood through the lyrics, music and the video of Ride."
Hemp's journey took him from Kansas to San Francisco, Denim's from Washington DC to LA – where their paths crossed in the best possible way.
Music has been in the bloodstream of this talented duo throughout their varied careers, and now it's the focus of their future.
Hemp & Denim: Received National US airplay, International airplay in Ireland and the UK, including the BBC. More than 31,000 monthly listeners on Spotify alone. Featured in TV and print placements, including Nashville's NBC and Fox affiliates. Grammy nomination considerations for Best Americana Roots Song ('One Step Over The Line') and Pop Song of The Year ('Stay')
""They are my Heroes. I love their name. I love everything about them. Sixty is the new sexy. They are such an inspiration" - Devon O'Day , Renowned Radio Personality"
""If you long for the California Dreamin' songs from Laurel Canyon in the 60s and 70s, you will love their fun and flirty original tunes." - Bethany Bowman, Music/Entertainment Writer"


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Moroccan LGBT asylum requests on rise after lesbian persecution
Penalties facing gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender people in Morocco are leading to an increase in LGBT asylum requests in the Netherlands. Today two girls age 16 and 17 are in court n Marrakesh for a kiss and cuddle in public, AD reports.
"There are more and more requests from LGBT people from Morocco who ended up in trouble, Sandro Kortekaas, president of Asylum Support, said to the newspaper. Asylum Support is a volunteer organization that supports foreign LGBT people apply for asylum in the Netherlands.
In September the number of asylum applications from Morocco doubled - 283 in September, compared to 128 in August. Morocco was designated a safe country early this year. This means that Moroccan asylum seekers have virtually no chance of getting refugee status in the Netherlands, unless they are LGBT.
"We worked hard for that exception",, Philip Tijsma, spokesperson for gay interest organization COC, said to the newspaper. He rejects the claim that MOroccans are now flocking to the Netherlands, claiming to be gay to get asylum. "Asylum seekers from countries where LGBT people have a bad position are often terrified to say that the are LGBT, because they fear they will encounter their compatriots in asylum centers and thus still have problems."
The two teenage lesbians in Moroccan court today can face a prison sentence of up to three years. But international media attention should help reduce this, gay activist Hakim Sikouk said to the newspaper. According to him, this has happened in the past.


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Intel is transitioning to the Ariba Network* to provide a more efficient, easy-to-use collaboration platform for its inbound supply chain. Transacting electronically on the Ariba Network will soon be a standard part of doing business with Intel.
This new platform will allow many of our suppliers to move away from paper-based and manually transmitted purchase orders and invoices currently associated with our Intel system, WebSuite.
Intel will be migrating suppliers to the Ariba Network over the next year. Intel will begin the onboarding process for each supplier, by sending a Project Notification Letter (see a sample PNL) with instructions about how to register on the Ariba Network and connect to Intel. Until you receive that Project Notification Letter, continue to use WebSuite on https://supplier.intel.com.
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For those suppliers which Intel prioritizes for an Enterprise Account, Intel will send you a Project Notification Letter (PNL) with instructions for onboarding onto the Ariba Network and a list of resources to help you learn about the Ariba Network and get answers to your questions.
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Capabilities of Enterprise Accounts
Some of the key features of an Enterprise Account include the following:
- Receive and manage orders and invoices from multiple customers in one online dashboard, including past orders and invoices
- Create and export reports; archiving capabilities
- Access to Ariba Support via phone, chat, or email; access to online training courses
- Publish catalogs which, detail your products and services to improve order accuracy
- Fees - Paid by Intel for all transactions with Intel; fees may be incurred by you when transacting with other customers
For a more complete list of features, see the comparison of Ariba Network capabilities by registration type.
If you're a standard account supplier, take advantage of the full power of the Ariba Network when you upgrade (see 17:01) today. Remember, all fees are paid for when transacting with Intel.
To simplify the onboarding process, Intel will invite most suppliers to register on the Ariba Network with a standard account.
The first time Intel creates a purchase order for your company in Ariba, you will receive instructions to register on the Ariba Network. Once you've registered, you can view the purchase order and submit electronic invoices online.
Take advantage of the full power of the Ariba Network - upgrade (see 17:01) today. All fees are paid for when transacting with Intel.
Watch a standard account overview video ›
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Read the Ariba Network quick start guide ›
Capabilities of Standard Accounts
Some of the key features of standard accounts include the following:
- Access your standard account using emails and notifications; retain email communication to respond to purchase orders and notifications, and for archiving
- Transact documents such as orders and order confirmations; convert purchase orders into electronic invoices; create non-PO invoices and credit memos
- Access to Ariba Support via online help center
- Create user accounts with permissions for different roles in your company
- Free - no fees
For a more complete list of features, see the comparison of Ariba Network capabilities by registration type.
Take advantage of the full power of the Ariba Network - upgrade (see 17:01) today. All fees are paid for when transacting with Intel.
Operating in Multiple Systems During Transition
Rule #1: Transact on POs where you view them.
Handling Purchase Orders (POs) During the Transition
Purchase Orders
- During the transition period, POs are likely to be generated in multiple systems
- Intel's WebPO will list all POs to ensure no orders are missed
- WebPO will indicate which POs must be viewed in the Ariba Network, and will provide a link to navigate to the Ariba Network to view and transact those orders
- POs created before you onboard onto the Ariba Network will remain in WebPO and should continue to be transacted on WebPO
- It is important to monitor both the Ariba Network and WebPO during the transition
- You should transact POs in the system where you can view the PO details
- You will get different email notifications based on the system where the PO was generated
Transacting on Purchase Orders (POs) During the Transition
Advance Shipping Notices (ASNs)
- Intel has not yet enabled ASN submission in the Ariba Network (a notice will be sent to onboarded suppliers when ASN submission is enabled)
- If you normally submit ASNs should continue to do so on WebASN
- Orders should be invoiced in the system where you can view the PO details
Tracking Invoice and Payment Status
- Invoice and payment status can be tracked in the system where the invoice was submitted
Helpful resources to get you started on the Ariba Network.
Ariba Help Center
Learn About the Ariba Network
Transacting on the Ariba Network
Ariba Network Supplier Guides and Information Portals
Upcoming Training
Summit Training
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- Why Intel is moving away from WebSuite (supplier.intel.com) to Ariba and why this new initiative is important to our business
- How your company can benefit from using the Ariba Network
- Any potential fees associated with transacting on the Ariba Network
- How to set up your account on the Ariba Network
Functional Training
Register for an upcoming Functional Training session to learn how to:
- Navigate the Ariba Network
- Receive purchase orders
- Submit invoices
- Operate in Intel's existing system and Ariba Network during the transition


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James, Prince of England
|Stuart, James Edward Francis
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|10 June 1688 Jul.Cal. (20 June 1688 greg.) at 09:45 (= 09:45 AM )
|London, England, 51n30, 0w10
|LMT m0w10 (is local mean time)
|Data source
|Astrology data
|29°44' 22°39 Asc. 05°54'
British royalty, the son of King James II who ruled from 1685-1688. With his Stuart lineage, his Jacobite supporters referred to him as James III of England and VIII of Scotland but his detractors called him the Old Pretender.
He died January 1, 1766 (OS; equivalent to January 12, 1766 NS) in Rome.
- parent->child relationship with Stuart, Charles Edward (born 31 December 1720)
- parent->child relationship with Stuart, Henry Benedict (born 5 March 1725)
- child->parent relationship with James II, King of Scotland (born 14 October 1633 Jul.Cal. (24 Oct 1633 greg.))
- child->parent relationship with Mary, Queen Consort (1658) (born 5 October 1658 (greg.))
- sibling relationship with Anne, Queen of Britain (born 6 February 1665 Jul.Cal. (16 Feb 1665 greg.)). Notes: half-sibling
- sibling relationship with Charles, Duke of Cambridge (born 7 November 1677 Jul.Cal. (17 Nov 1677 greg.))
- sibling relationship with Charles, Duke of Kendal (born 4 July 1666 Jul.Cal. (14 July 1666 greg.)). Notes: half-sibling
- sibling relationship with Edgar, Duke of Cambridge (born 14 September 1667 Jul.Cal. (24 Sep 1667 greg.)). Notes: half-sibling
- sibling relationship with James, Duke of Cambridge (born 12 July 1663 Jul.Cal. (22 July 1663 greg.)). Notes: half-sibling
- sibling relationship with Mary II, Queen of England (born 30 April 1662 Jul.Cal. (10 May 1662 greg.)). Notes: half-sibling
- sibling relationship with Stuart, Isabel (born 28 August 1676 Jul.Cal. (7 Sep 1676 greg.))
- sibling relationship with Stuart, Louisa Maria (born 28 June 1692 (greg.))
Source Notes
Sy Scholfield notes that, unlike his siblings, there is no time of birth for James in "Mrs. Dawson's Diary concerning the births, ages, and deaths of James the IId's children" in "Reliquiæ Hearnianæ: the remains of Thomas Hearne, extracts from his MS. diaries, collected with a few notes by P. Bliss, Volume 1" by Thomas Hearne (Oxford: James Wright, 1857), p. 276: "1688. The queen was delivered happily of the prince of Wales upon the 10th of June, being Trinity Sunday, there being present, as in the printed depositions, the king, &c. &c. So soon as the child was born, it was put into the arms of Mrs. Delabadie." Mrs Dawson was the lady of the bedchamber (midwife) to Anne Hyde, the consort of James II.
Yet Scholfield quotes Mrs. Judith Wilks, the midwife in attendance, in her deposition at the Meeting of the King's Privy Council, October 22, 1688: "about ten o'clock that morning, the Queen was delivered of the Prince." Dr. Robert Brady, one of His Majesty's Physicians in Ordinary, gave a more precise time in his deposition: "That a little before ten o'clock in the morning, on the 10th of June, 1688, the deponent was in the Queen's little bedchamber at St. James's . . . ; not being at the birth, the deponent asked how long he had been born; the standers by told him, at three quarters of an hour after nine o'clock the Queen was delivered." The record of the meeting is avaliable online [1]. 10/6/1688[OS]=20/6/1688[NS].
Previously the data had 9:30 AM rated C: Modern Astrology Fall/1938 quotes NN No.724 (June 10 OS) (In February 2005 PT changed a typo and a miscalculation in his date; earlier versions gave his birth date as 6/22/1866 NS).
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The UK's take on the Inclusion of children with Special Educational Needs
Investigative multimedia documentary research
MOVED TO LIVE WEBSITE ON JULY 30th 2010
Follow the link for THE BLOG: Invisible Children, a diary of a research
It's 2010. Instead of a clear message on what is to happen, the UK society hides a horde of voices facing a system they don't understand. Among them are children's charities, campaigning organizations such as Allfie (Alliance for Inclusive Education), Head Teachers, Department for Education and the children.
Invisible Children UK
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How many rose petals per cup?
Both contain exactly 25 petals, which would you prefer?
How many petals are in a cup? This is one of the most commonly asked questions recently, but there is no simple answer. It's kind of like asking "How many potato chips are in a bag?" As you can see from the photo above, a simple number doesn't tell the full story. If you have petals that are flat and the size of a dime, you could have over 100 petals per cup. On the other hand, if you have full sized petals from long stemmed South American roses (like ours), you may have 20 to 50 petals per cup. Now, let's say you're using the petals in grass to border an aisle, would you want 20,000 small petals that slip down between the blades of grass, or 4,000 large petals that lay on top of the grass? Both quantities are 200 cups of petals, but fewer petals give a much better result.
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I've never been a field instructor. How do I know if I'm eligible?
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Stuart W. Fitzgerald
Stuart W. Fitzgerald
STAUNTON – Stuart Wallace Fitzgerald, 95, died at his home, Wednesday, July 1, 2015.
He was born June 5, 1920, son of the late George W. Fitzgerald and Edith Stuart (Smith) Fitzgerald Lotts and stepfather, Finley H. Lotts.
He retired in 1990 after he worked 50 years in his shop where he built reproduction furniture and repaired antiques.
He attended Jerusalem Chapel United Brethren Church and was a member of the Brotherhood. He was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II.
Surviving are his wife of 72 years, Julia M. Fitzgerald; sister-in-law, Emma Carpenter; and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by a brother, Samuel W. Fitzgerald; sisters, Lorene VanFossen and Betty Colvin.
The family would like to thank Dr. Diana Jensen and staff for their wonderful care, and also Hospice for their gentle care.
There will be no public viewing or visitation.
A graveside service will be at 11 a.m. Friday, July 3, 2015, in Thornrose Cemetery by the Rev. Dennis Sites.
Any memorial donations can be directed to the Jerusalem Chapel Brotherhood.
Henry Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.henryfuneralhome.net.


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Royal Caribbean is testing out a new feature of its smartphone app that allows guests to order food from specialty restaurants via its smart phone app.
RoyalCaribbeanBlog reader Preston shared details of the new app feature, which provided guests the option to order food items from restaurants such as Playmakers Sports Bar & Arcade, Izumi sushi or Johnny Rockets. Food items that do not have a fixed price, such as Johnny Rockets, cost anywhere from $3-$7 and a large pizza from Sorrentos costs $5.
Guests can choose to have the food delivered to their stateroom, or anywhere on the ship. If stateroom is selected, the room number is pre-selected by the app based on the guest's reservation.
Alternatively, guests can have food delivered to them by selecting what deck they are on, and then drag and dropping a pin on a map to indicate where you are located on that deck. There are some no-delivery zones, like pools, waterslide lines, theaters, and other restaurants.
Once the food is ordered, the server locates you based on the pinpoint and delivers the food as soon as it is ready. Thanks to Mark for doing "research" for us!
Many thanks to Mark and Danna for providing screenshots and "field testing" this new feature!


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Project 'Arcade' is a new public realm for Euston community, it was inspired by the design spirit of the electronic era in the 70s, a community forms that combine life, entertainment, and learning. It also serves as a transition intermediary for the economic transformation of local merchants during the construction of the HS2. By redefines the spirit of the traditional playground and local restaurants with interactive entertainment, which include amusement parks, Eco-friendly restaurant, orchard, etc. 'Candied Fruit House' includes a tea room, artisanal candy workshop and herbal dehydration room; 'Hot Air Balloon' serves as a fermentation factory to provide kimchi and beer for the exotic restaurants around Euston.
the effect at night of Fluorescent/ iridescent material, to improve Euston night view
Project Overall
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Candied fruit house & Project section
Poster for visitor
Operating like a city, there are special programs for daytime (tea room, orchard, sugar...), and special programs for night (liquor, bar, band...)
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"I just don't see why all of this information is necessary."
"I assure you, Mr. Kilward, that we use all of the information on those forms in the hiring process."
"Well yeah, but isn't it just, a little too…personal?"
"If you'd like to leave, no one is stopping you."
Zach looked at the door, and then at the interviewer across the desk. He really needed this job, but sexual interests? Number of previous sexual partners? When do you feel the most sexy? He didn't want to answer any of this.
"Here, I'll tell you what," the interviewer said, "Go ahead and leave blank any questions you don't feel comfortable answering, alright, and we can fill them in later."
That sounded fair to Zach, and so he hurried through the forms, generally leaving the more probing questions blank, before handing the papers back to the interviewer, who started putting the information into his computer.
"Hmm, well, it looks like you left out the number of previous sexual partners you've had, Mr. Kilward, I'm just going to ballpark it, and say…1700."
"What? 1700, but–" Zach said, but his head was suddenly crushed with memories of hundreds of sexual encounters he had somehow forgotten.
"Yes, and I think you made a mistake here, under sexual orientation. You marked 'straight,' but you seem 100 percent gay to me."
Men, all of them men. How many men had he been with? What was happening?
"Hmm…preferred position? I think, 'bottom.' Oh and I love this one–'When do I feel the most sexy?' Hmm… that's a hard one, but if I hazarded a guess, I'd have to say, 'When I'm humiliating myself, acting like a fat pig and begging men to use my like the fat slutty cumdump I am.'"
"No, no what are you doing? Please, please stop!" Zach said, but let out a loud snort of pleasure when the interviewer reached over the desk, pinched his nipples through the shirt and gave them a twist.
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"Oh fuck, can…can I suck your cock *grunt* please sir, I haven't had a drop of cum in hours and I'm so hungry…"
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The last of the beach recaps, I swear!
I'm so glad you guys liked the workouts that I shared – if you missed them, go back and start pinning – and I'm especially glad that we can talk about our messy lives! Even though I haven't met most of you, I still feel all friend-like up in here.
Today I'm sharing a bit of information about our condo (for anyone who'd like to book) and my thoughts on the digital detox that I took while away.
Our Condo
First things first – I don't own a beach condo. Man, that would be SO nice. We actually stay at a friend's condominium located in the Blue Lupine at Blue Mountain Beach, Florida. I can't say enough great things about it! I tried to get in there and take pictures before any of our things were unpacked (you should have seen the amount of junk that three vacationing families can fit into one condo!).
The condo has 3 bedrooms and 3 baths (sleeps 8!) and sits on the fourth floor so the views are phenomenal (The Blue Lupine is right on the beach with gated stair access). This condo gets booked up quickly in advance so if you're considering a Destin/Blue Mountain Beach vacation, you should jump on it! I talked to the owner and he is honoring a DISCOUNT for Lindsay's List readers – all you have to do is mention that you read about it here (I get no referral fee or anything – I just like this place so much). Go here to book!
Digital Detox: Reflections
While we were at the beach, my goal was to completely step away from the blog (writing and reading other blogs) and all social media (instagram, facebook, twitter). I knew going in to this challenge that I would have to be at least a little connected because of a Verizon campaign that I'm currently working on, but for the most part I just wanted to not even LOOK at my phone for the week.
The first two days were hard.
I noticed that reaching for my phone is such a HABIT. When I was bored. When we were waiting at a red light (me in the passenger seat). Even in the short elevator ride down to the pool. It was a habit for me to look at my phone. Then I'd remember that I wasn't supposed to be looking and I'd put it away. By day 3, I just kept the phone on the bedside table and it really didn't move that much for the rest of the week. I used it to take pictures but the draw of browsing Instagram or Facebook just lost it's appeal.
I really want to become more intentional with my phone. I'm not one to set hard and fast rules (i.e. no phone on xyz days or times) because then I'll just rebel against them. I know that's crazy but that's me. My goal is to just be more present with whatever is in front of me – sometimes during the day, that IS my phone or computer – and that's ok. With three kids and a husband to tend to though, I don't have much time to dawdle with technology. And that's ok too.
QUESTION: Ever thought of taking your own "digital detox"? Been to Destin/Blue Mtn. Beach? Where does your family vacation?


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As a kid I would watch the holiday classics where Santa got sick and couldn't fly the sleigh, or decided to cancel Christmas and the Heat Miser took over. Rudolph's parents got deer-napped by the Adominable Snowman and I would be appalled, scared and outraged.
How could they even consider the thought of cancelling Christmas!!!???? How could they even write about it? Produce a children's TV show? Simply awful….and terrifying.
Christmas: Santa, presents, treats, vacation, all that is good, innocent and somewhat decadent in childhood.
I am now older and search for meaning.
This year I'm wondering if the Grinch didn't have it right. Maybe he got tired of being bombarded with tidings of comfort and joy on November 1st. Maybe he couldn't think of anything good to say in his holiday card. Maybe his Christmas goose was cooked.
I struggle this holiday season.
And in my struggles, I have found others who are struggling too. I ran into one of Samantha's therapists today who told me she lost her niece two years ago.
"Christmas is always a little sad," she said.
One of hubbie's coworkers lost her husband three weeks ago in a car accident. They have two boys. I think of her often this Christmas season.
Bah friggn' humbug.
I wonder if they feel the same as I do when wandering through the produce aisle and listening to a scratchy rendition of "Have a holly, jolly, Christmas. It's the best time of the year. Oh by golly, have a holly, jolly Christmas this year."
By golly my right ear. Don't you tell me to have a holly, jolly Christmas Mr. Sinatra, don't even try.
You're a vile one, Mr. Grinch.
You have termites in your smile.
You have all the tender sweetness, Of a seasick crocodile, Mr. Grinch.
Given the choice between the two of you. I'd take the seasick crocodile.
I have not written a Christmas card. It seems trite. I glance at cards with sweet angels singing, Santas stuck in the chimney, puppies in a stocking…..bleech. You all know how we're doing. You know what we're up against. We don't need a card to connect.
I know you know because you drop angel bags off on our front porch. You hand me cards of holiday encouragement in the midst of parties. You send us notes that make me smile. You hold my hand a little tighter when we are saying goodbye. You look me in the eye.
This means much more than a fruitcake.
So please excuse my bout of holiday disdain. This year is about survival, about not throwing the TV through the window when seeing another miracle child from St. Jude, about searching deeply to find the meaning of the season and this year is about missing our girl.
Today I saw my sister-in-law who is having an awful week.
"Hold my hand," she said, "hold it tightly."
"Thank you," I said squeezing her hand, "I just don't feel the spirit of the season."
"This is our spirit," she said, "right here, right now, holding each others' hand."
I took her hand and kissed it.
Merry Christmas my wandering, searching souls. My we all find some peace.