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Pre kids I was a Mauritius, Thailand, Australia vacay kind of girl. If someone had told my 20-something self that in 10 years time I'd be enjoying a 'staycation' five minutes away from junction 13 of the M1, I would have laughed, then cried, a lot. But, alas, times have changed and so have my attitudes towards long-haul flights when accompanied by creatures who consider wailing an actual hobby.
I was a little sceptical of our 'great British getaway' to Center Parcs Woburn – in my head it was going to be Butlins with trees…Never the less, off we headed down the M6 with a car full of Pomme Bears, the Frozen soundtrack and every single toy the kids owned.
Three hours and 20 renditions of 'Let it Go' later and we'd arrived. A McDonalds-esque drive through quickly saw us through the check-in process and after receiving our keys, in the form of snazzy boyband wristbands, we headed off to a giant car park in the rain. It was here my husband discovered he hadn't packed the pram. Great start.
You can turn up onsite at 10am but official check-in isn't until 3pm and as we hadn't opted for the 'early arrival' package (which gets you in at 2pm, at a cost of around £30) we had to schlep off in biblical rain for something to eat, complete with an extremely soggy baby.
We'd booked a three bed executive cabin and once we were in, the kids were delighted with their new home. "This is much nicer than our old house Mummy!"
They were especially thrilled as Center Parcs had kindly arranged our own 'pets', in the form of two ducks and a squirrel… "Mummy, can we keep them?!"
"Yes sweetheart, if you want to contract Lyme Disease."
The three double rooms were a good size, clean, modern, and to our surprise all came with TVs and en-suite bathrooms (meaning no awkward poo moments with my father in-law. Amazing).
The spacious open plan lounge / kitchen had a large corner sofa, which was plenty big enough for all six of us to slob out on – there was even a log burner for a little added ambience. Smokeless logs were available to buy at the on-site supermarket, however, be prepared to re-mortgage your home if you want to buy them and a packet of Kettle Chips – decisions, decisions…
A chalkboard door kept the kids entertained for hours, even though we have one at home that they NEVER touch. Apologies to the family in after us for the small and soggy chalk, the little one kept trying to eat them.
(Don't ask… Some kind of giant caterpillar, dinosaur vs house on fire situation)
Outside we had a BBQ and even our own private sauna, however, I was too scared to use it just incase this dude rocked up to join me, sans towel…
My only minor criticism of our lodge was the front door – it didn't lock properly from the inside, so if a child were to pull on the handle (my one year old could reach it) then they'd just be able to wander outside. There was a chain right at the top so as long as it was on they couldn't really get too far (didn't stop me getting up three times a night to check it though).
Set in 365 acres of picturesque woodland the Woburn site is slightly smaller than other Center Parcs resorts – but don't let its size deter you.
Because it's not too vast, getting around by foot is fairly easy – bonus when you have a baby and your husband forgets to pack the pram. Nothing is more than a twenty-minute walk, and that was with me lugging a non-compliant one year old around.
The main Village and Plaza areas both have good selections of eateries, shops and, more importantly, Starbucks; clean and beautifully landscaped they are perfect destinations for early evening strolls.
Massive 'big-up' to Center Parcs' resident ducks down on the lake – you MADE this holiday for our kids. I seriously don't think they could have had a better holiday than if they'd had a trip to the Night Garden (I wouldn't have been so pleased, reasons can be found here). Those birds are either extremely stupid, very tame or completely off their nut – either way I imagine staff have to pump them full of Valium each night just to take the edge off being relentlessly chased.
Subtropical Swimming Paradise
Or as I like to call it, hot humid hell. If you are, however, below the age of 10 and water slides are your thing then I imagine it's very much like a wet, sweaty Disney Land. Having spent pretty much every day at the pool, I had to keep reminding myself it was a holiday for the kids – albeit paid for by an adult who had Monica's 'Barbados' hair for four days straight.
The main area for pre-schoolers and up is Venture Harbour. Nautically themed, it's full to the brim with slides, water canons and parents screaming "WAIT YOUR TURN!" Babies who don't fancy getting rugby tackled by mental four-year olds can hang out in the slightly less chaotic Venture Bay. With shallow water that's perfect for paddling and three gentle slides, it's an aquatic paradise for little mermaids and mermen alike.
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The outdoor rapids are a must – they look tame but really aren't! Great fun for grown-ups or strong swimmers only – don't go taking your toddler down them unless you want social services knocking on your door.
Same to be said about the 'Typhoon' and 'Twister' rides – I won't ruin the surprise but I nearly lost my breakfast and bikini bottoms in one fellow swoop (lucky lifeguard).
Adults who fancy leisurely lengths of the pool, this ain't for you – book a Sandals holiday to Mauritius (err, jealous much).
So much to say about the pool I've thrown it into some bullet points:
- Warm shallow water for little ones to splash in for HOURS at a time
- Good age appropriate slides for toddlers, pre-schoolers and up
- Excellent changing facilities, plenty of family cubicles to go around
- Lodge wristbands also worked on the lockers, so no need to worry about a pound coin (for baby brain sufferers, there's also a nifty machine that reads your wristband and reminds you of your locker number)
- Cots dotted around the pool area for when your baby is so overcome by heat and excitement they pass out
- Complimentary baby and child life vests, so if you're looking for some extra room in the case then leave yours at home
- Cabanas are available to hire if you're feeling particularly swanky, but not many so book in advance
- For nut jobs who fancy a coffee in the 30-odd degree heat then there's even a Starbucks at your disposal
- The heat, oh dear god, the heat. They could probably knock the thermostat down a degree or two without everyone freezing to death. Our one-year old had a face like an angry tomato the whole time she was there (which thanks to her four-year old brother was for about four hours every day)
- Not much for adults. There's the lazy river, above mentioned rapids and slides but nowhere to have a proper swim if you're that way inclined. Realistically you don't really holiday at Center Parcs unless you own a brood of hyperactive children, so I can't imagine it's too much of a draw back for that many people
- Seating isn't great – a literal handful of sun loungers next to the Starbucks, after that you're perched on pretty uncomfortable plastic chairs
- Good luck getting past the ice cream parlour and sweet shop on the way out…
Activities wise, we really didn't do too much – on account of our son's obsession with the subtropical swimming paradise.
The playgrounds were brilliant, lovely soft wood chippings to prevent them caving their heads in when they fell off swings etc. Also loads of soft play places dotted around in various restaurants (Sports Cafe and Pancake House to name a couple), so you can still wear them out if it's raining and you just can't face another day of Side Show Bob hair.
More indoor activities to be had at 'The Plaza' – climbing walls, badminton / tennis courts, table tennis etc. Also craft rooms and face painting, along with what I imagine to be an extortionately priced 'Build a Bear' type money trap.
On another day of biblical rain we headed indoors for a spot of bowling, which went down a treat but as with everything in Center Parcs you have to book in advance in order to avoid disappointment.
We decided against bike hire, mainly because the resort actually feels quite small and everything was pretty much within walking distance.
We did hire a boat on the lake, but to be honest, it wasn't as fun as it looked. The 'lake' is more like a flooded puddle, it takes about 10 minutes to whiz round it in one of the electric boats – the kids were asking to get off after five. You'll pay £20 for half an hour – if you're in a large group then it's worth splitting the time between you and sharing the costs.
We didn't really have any intention of eating out during our stay – a four and one year old don't make for a relaxing dining experience. That said, we ventured out twice, once to the Sports Cafe and another time to The Pancake House.
The Sports Cafe was fairly average and it took around 40 minutes for our food to arrive, that said, it was check-in day at lunch time so full of people whiling away the hours before they could get into their lodges.
The Pancake House was good, got in just before the lunchtime rush so super fast service – omelettes are available too if you can't quite justify letting your kids OD on puddings for lunch.
The on-site 'Parc Market' is fairly well equipped (even managed to find some baby nail clippers), but pricey so make sure you stock up on all essentials before you arrive. Expect to pay double for what you'd normally part with for a loaf of bread.
Aqua Sana
I had every intention of visiting the Aqua Sana Spa, but I'm not overly fond on being touched by strangers and after a quick nosey at the price list I decided £85 was just too much for 55 minutes of awkwardness. There were cheaper options, facials or 25 minute massages, but to be honest I'd rather spend the money on shoes and let my husband go nuts with the olive oil.
Not keen on a treatment but want to check out the spa's amazing facilities? A three-hour session will set you back about £40 (check out the different experiences here). In theory I really liked the idea of the sensory rain walk but as it was bucketing it down outside, I just went for a potter to the Parc Market.
If you fancy a swim in a pool that isn't 50% water, 50% toddler pee then this might be the place for you.
The Verdict
Pleasantly surprised – not an over enthusiastic teenager in an ill-fitting, brightly coloured blazer in sight!
Would we come back for another family vacay? Definitely! In terms of what we needed for a holiday with small children, it ticked every box.
Yes once you're in it's a little on the expensive side – activities, food etc but you can easily minimise those costs by going self catering, using the pool facilities, taking your own bikes, walking, playgrounds, soft play etc.
At the end of the day, if your kids are anything like ours then they'll be happy with the pool, the prospect of a grufflalo and a few daredevil ducks – none of which you have to book in advance.
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FC: Thomas Lee Mitchell July 18, 2006
1: My Momma calls me Bug a Boo My daddy calls me little man My Aunt Calls me Boo Boo But James, he calls me "brother"
2: You will turn over!! See now we are sitting together.
3: I am packing my clothes for Papaw and Granny's house while mom packs Thomas'
4: Papaw what are we going to do?
5: Nap Time! | What are you doing with that camera Granny?
6: z | Aunt Bebe will you nap with me | How did so many people get on this couch
8: I'll eat the Ice Cream while you play on your mat
9: Brother, I know you are in here hiding from me
11: There is nothing better than being in Granny and Papaw's bed when it is COLD outside.
12: I am going to teach you to watch Scooby Doo
13: Thomas, you must understand this is Granny's favorite chair because she likes to rock us and hold us even sometimes when we would rather be playing but we always let her do it because she loves us soooo much
14: I love playing in my JUMP a ROO that Granny and Papaw gave me early for Christmas. James likes to play with me while I am in the Jump a Roo just wait til I can walk and I will get him. | JUMO A ROO
15: If i just reach a little more I can get him
16: I can relax on my couch just like my daddy!
17: . | . | .
18: Playing is a hard job. So I played and decided to lay down.
19: I am trying to get that ball
20: I see those feet and I must get them
21: A baby is teddy bears and tickles, grins and giggles!
22: Sweet Cheeks
23: My heart melts when you smile
24: I love trying to roll over and playing with my BIG brother!
25: a | a | Look how cute I am
26: Thomas, can you see me
27: I love laying in my mom and dad's bed watching scooby doo
28: WHERE ARE YOU | I love you my brother!! We will one day play all the time.
29: I love my ladybud
30: I will get you James, no I will get you Thomas
31: I have to rest | I need to play with my feet right now!!
32: I am smelling your foot
33: Let's Eat | Let's Eat
34: I can play | these cymbals | Thank you for helping me Daddy | Clink | Clink
35: I Love Music and I will play and instrument someday
36: Let's Play Peek-a-boo | I love to make you laugh
38: My 1st Valentine's Day What is this about? | I love you
39: I love you, not for what you are, but for what I am when I am with you.
42: You'll always make my heart skip a beat!
43: Anyone can be a cute baby, but it takes me to show you what real cute means. My brother can show you too
44: I'm so grateful to have you in my life!
45: Real Love is how much you are loved by your mommy, daddy, brother, granny, papaw, grandmother, and aunts (plus everyone else you know)
48: Valentine's Day is such a special day. It is a day of showing how much you love others.
49: We must love everyday
51: I am too cute for words!!
53: Playing, riding, wrestling, or just hanging out. My brother is pretty awesome
54: First I will attack my brother then I will learn to stand and get my brother
56: Where are the cars? | Wait I almost have it
57: RELAX | Let's see if I can read yet
59: "You'll wake up on Easter morning, And you'll know that he was there, When you find those chocolate bunnies, That he's hiding everywhere" ~ Gene Autry
62: Bunnies are brown. Bunnies are white. Bunnies are always An Easter delight. Bunnies are cuddly The large and the small. But I like chocolate one The best of them all.
64: The Hunt Is On | The Easter Bunny came
65: Look what I got
67: Easter is a time.... | to remember how Jesus rose from the grave
68: Happy Easter
69: I can catch you and help you. Even if you don't want my help.
71: Smiles Are Contagious!
72: Let's play catch
75: My brother is a great teacher
76: The Cutest Baby in the World
77: I am crawling! | I want to play more ball
79: "A perfect summer day is when the sun is shining, the breeze is blowing, the birds are singing, and the lawn mower is broken" - James Dent
80: Fun day in the sun!
81: Fun day in the sun!
82: Born to Party!
83: It is James' BIG day He's 3
84: Hope you have the greatest Birthday ever!
85: Make a Wish! | I hope my brother had a great birthday
87: One likes cookies and one likes veggies | Happy Birthday to you... Happy Birthday to you.. Happy Birthday to (NAME) Happy Birthday Tooooo YOOOOOU!
88: Hope you have the greatest Birthday ever!
89: I'm (3) Years Old!
90: My First trip to meet and see Animals!!
92: "What A Life Eating Sleeping Playing... And Being Cute" | I love it when my brother feeds me
93: Too Cute for Words


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Tottenham Hotspur's title challenge is set to receive a double boost ahead of their crunch clash against Manchester United on Sunday (10 April) as Erik Lamela and Jan Vertonghen could return to the first-team squad following their recovery from their respective injuries. The former picked up a calf injury on national duty with Argentina during the recently concluded international break and missed their 1-1 draw against Liverpool on Saturday (2 April), but the latter has missed over two months of football with a knee injury.
According to the London Evening Standard, the White Hart Lane outfit are hopeful that the duo can return for the visit of the Red Devils as they look to get their title challenge back on track after dropping points at Anfield last weekend. Spurs are currently in second place, seven points behind Premier League leaders Leicester City with six games to play.
Lamela has had his best season for Spurs following his club-record deal from AS Roma in 2013. He has finally established himself as a regular member of the starting XI under Mauricio Pochettino after struggling for form and fitness in the first two years at the club. The Argentina international has scored nine goals and provided six assists in 38 games in all competitions, and will be crucial for their run-in that includes games against United, Chelsea and Southampton.
Vertonghen, on the other hand, is returning from a long-term injury and his return will give Mauricio Pochettino a big boost as his team enters the final stretch in the title race. The Belgian defender was a key member of the squad before his injury and it was expected that Spurs would struggle to maintain their push for silverware without him, but Kevin Wimmer has ably deputised and maintained their position as the meanest defence in the league.
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Athletic Trainers (ATs) are health care professionals who collaborate with physicians to provide preventative services, emergency care, clinical diagnosis, therapeutic intervention and rehabilitation of injuries and medical conditions. Students who want to become certified athletic trainers must earn a degree from an accredited athletic training curriculum. Accredited programs include formal instruction in areas such as injury/illness prevention, first aid and emergency care, assessment of injury/illness, human anatomy and physiology, therapeutic modalities, and nutrition. Classroom learning is enhanced through clinical education experiences. More than 70 percent of certified athletic trainers hold at least a master's degree.
Clovis High athletes are watched over and treated by one of the valley's very best athletic trainers - Chris Khal. Chris Khal comes to us from SPOC - Sierra Pacific Orthopedic - and has brought a wealth of education and experience. Chris is here for after school practices and games. He also works most weekend events. Chris is available in the training room for athletes needing assistance or advice on training issues and injuries.
All Clovis High students may be included in a voluntary accident insurance program to assist in the payment of doctor and hospital services for injuries occurring on campus or while participating in activities or sports under school supervision. Information on these policies is given early in the school year. For further information, contact the Athletic Office or school receptionist. If you have any questions, please feel free to call the Sierra Vista Health Center at 327-7900. If you choose to purchase insurance through CHS there are brochures available in the admin office. Myers-Stevens is the company providing insurance to CUSD students. Myers Stevens can be reached at (800) 827-4695. You can also enroll quickly at www.myers-stevens.com. Many questions about policies and rates are available at the website.


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Born from the Fire
Black women were born with fire raging through their veins. And throughout their lives, they have used that fire to fight for themselves, and for others, in a world that sees that them as less than; as nothing; as non-citizens. While this fire can be empowering for black women, it often burns them in a world that uses black women's passion and emotion as way to invalidate the very real struggle that they face in a hostile world. We are asked to be quiet, to be respectable, and to be grateful for the small scraps people are willing to throw our way. Yet, it is our emotion, more specifically our anger, that will save us. It is what allows us to fight everyday against the injustices that befall us and all other oppressed minorities. It is the power of this anger that Brittney Cooper's Eloquent Rage: A Black Feminist Discovers her Superpower takes on.
A mix of personal memoir and the political, Eloquent Rage breaks down the many ways in which black women face disrespect and subjugation, from the way they are treated in romantic relationships to the responsibilities that their churches and communities place on them. In the chapter, "White Girl Tears," Cooper addresses the relationship that men, black and white alike, have with black women, who they're happy to have take care of them, but refuse to love. She talks about the ways in which black men are quick to defend white women over black women *ahem Daniel Caesar*, and the way in which black-white interracial relationships can be coded by internalized racism and hatred towards black women. In "Orchestrated Fury", Cooper argues that respectability politics—"the belief that Black people can overcome many of the everyday,, acute impacts of racism by dressing properly and having social comportment"—has been used by both black and white communities to invalidate black women who don't play by the rules. Black women that fail to remain poised and respectable, who are seen as "ghetto", are accused of being a 'disgrace to the race'. Respectability then, is used as a way of silencing black women, allowing their continued mistreatment. As Cooper says, "respectability might have got us to the highest office in the land, but it could not ensure any level of long-term respect for Black humanity." In the chapter, as in the rest of the book, Cooper passionate and careful navigation of such politics encourages black women to let go of the rules that don't serve them and empower themselves.
What's great about Eloquent Rage is that Cooper doesn't hold back. The topics that she addresses are controversial any day of the week, and Cooper is quick to call out everyone, from white feminists to Black Panther leaders. No one is exempt from her critique. Even better, Cooper stans hard for black women. While she doesn't disregard the experience of other oppressed minorities, she makes it clear that she is riding for black women and their experience.
Reading Eloquent Rage was a necessary education. Of course there were things Cooper said that I'd heard before but there were also stories and details that I'd never heard before. And it made me think of how my desire to be likeable and agreeable to people is so closely tied with wanting them to see me, a black woman, as digestible. Without really knowing it, I've held the principles of respectability politics like a Bible to the chest. And Eloquent Rage showed me the power that could come from living freely; it showed me that my emotions were completely valid even when the world wants to tell me that I'm being too sensitive.
Support black writers and small businesses, and buy Eloquent Rage at your local independent bookstore


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Budget lays foundations for long term investment and growth in Queensland Agriculture
The Queensland Farmers' Federation (QFF) believe that the Federal Budget will deliver steady and responsible long term investment into the infrastructure and development that supports Queensland agriculture.
QFF President Stuart Armitage commended the Government for a balanced and considered approach to funding projects that will benefit the agriculture industry and regional Australia.
"QFF welcomes the Government's $2 billion National Water Infrastructure Fund Loan Facility which should allow the state government to invest in critical dam, pipeline and other water infrastructure needed for agriculture development."
"It is also good to see the $594 million in funding for the inland rail for land acquisitions and planning."
"QFF welcome this investment to continue development of this long term project that will benefit our members and agriculture industry."
"It is positive to see that the Reef Trust will receive an extra $70 million to go towards improving the health of the Great Barrier Reef. QFF and its industry members have been working with the Government and NRM groups to reduce farming impacts so this is very welcome news."
"Identification of biosecurity risks are a challenge for the farm sector and the allocation of $15.9 million over 4 years to enhance analytical capabilities is welcome news for our members and the industry generally."
"QFF commend the government for their continued funding of the Rural Financial Counselling Service with the $7.1 million over the next 4 years. This program is a valued and vital assistance to our industry and communities."
The Budget did however leave a sense of disappointment and frustration around issues such as the Backpacker Tax and the lack of funding to resolve mobile phone black spots in regional Queensland.
"QFF is disappointed that the Government has not removed the uncertainty around the Backpacker Tax which is poised to impact our Queensland horticulture, cotton industry members and regional communities from 1 July this year. The Backpacker Tax has now become an election issue." said Mr. Armitage.
The Queensland Farmers' Federation is the united voice of intensive agriculture in Queensland. It is a federation that represents the interests of 17 of Queensland's peak rural industry organisations, which in turn collectively represent more than 13,000 primary producers across Queensland.
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"Quite often investors are willing to pay cash for a home and with the recent tightening of financial restrictions, coupled with the growing number of complaints about low appraisals, having a cash buyer has become even more appealing."
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I thought this was a very humorous story and thought of sharing it with everyone. Here we go:
One Sunday, a pastor told his congregation that the church needed some extra money. He asked the people to consider donating a little more than usual and that whoever gave the most would be able to pick out three hymns.
After the offering plates were passed, the pastor glanced down and noticed that someone had placed a $1,000 bill in one of the plates. He was so excited that he immediately shared his joy with his congregation. He said he'd like to personally thank the person who placed the money in the plate.
A very quiet, elderly, saintly looking lady all the way in the back shyly raised her hand. The pastor asked her to come to the front. Slowly she made her way to the front. The pastor told her how wonderful her gift was and in thanks asked her to pick out three hymns.
Her eyes brightened as she looked over the congregation, pointed to the three most handsome men in the building and said, "I'll take him and him and him!"
"A joyful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones" (Proverbs 17:22).


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Ask a Travel Nurse: Can I keep the extra money from my Travel Nurse housing stipend?
Ask a Travel Nurse Question:
Can I keep the extra money from my Travel Nurse housing stipend after I pay my monthly rent? My recruiter said no, which left me confused. For example, if my stipend is $2,000 per month, and I utilized $1,000 for rent and other housing expenses, am I allowed to "pocket" the remainder? Thank you!
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I think this one would fall into the category of, "What does your contract say?"
Many Travelers do exactly what you are wanting to do, and keep the remainder of your stipend. However, I have read contracts where the travel company specifies that any overage in housing must be returned. To keep track of this, the travel company often requires invoices or proof of how much was spent each month. However, if your company made no mention of this in your contract, then you could just tell them that your housing does come to $2K per month and that should be that.
"Pocketing" extra money from your housing stipend is the reason so many Travelers elect to take a housing stipend. If you are traveling with a company that takes away this "perk," then either make them arrange the housing on your next contract or find another company that does not regulate their stipends.
Do be careful on your taxes when you have an overage of your stipend. Depending on your tax situation, the actual amount spent, may not need to be taxed, but I know of very few situations where the excess should not be listed as taxable income.
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A White Maternity Session | Dubai Maternity Photographer/
Before jetting off to Chicago last summer, I had the distinct pleasure of shooting a maternity and newborn combination session for Thuraya and Eyad's growing family. This lovely couple was expecting their second baby girl, six years after their first born was born, so you can imagine just how special and exciting of a time this was for everyone involved.
Thuraya has impeccable taste, both with her fashion as well as her home. Her maternity session was a dream to capture. I often advice my families not to wear 100% matching colors and outfits. Why? Because when do people ever wear exactly the same thing when they are seen in public? Rarely, if ever. Everyone has their own personality and expresses it through their own fashion sense. So the only directive I provide is to wear complimentary colors and styles, no loud prints, logos or stripes (stripes look weird on video). And boy did Thuraya and her family score.


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I changed my set up in advance of this portrait. For the previous ones I was working on an completely upright easal which is how I normally paint and draw. I thought this new set up might work better for viewing purposes and I am surprised to find that I like drawing this way - at I reckon just under a 45 degree angle.
Anyway I really enjoyed this one and I can see in thus and the last portraits that my drawings are getting better. They are looser and more painterly. I am also cropping my source images to be more like my style of painting.
Great fun and great chats with the viewers tonight. Another coincidence- I happened to put on a music playlist which seemed to have a reference to weddings in every song. One of my regular viewers who was actively watching (by that I mean chatting by inputting text on periscope) and it turns out his daughter was getting married the following morning!
So strange that these keep happening.


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Jupiter Island boasts a litany of luxury, beach-front condos and estates, as it is one of the most popular places in the world for the wealthy and famous to call home. The Tequesta Towers have some of the best Jupiter Island condos of all, with 11 floors of 44 condo units, right on the beach. Offering both intracoastal waterway and ocean views, as well as underground parking, extra storage, a superb lobby, an on-site car wash, a beautiful community pool, and deeded beach access for residents, the Tequesta Towers Jupiter Island condos give residents all of the amenities they could need and then some. In a prime location, adjacent to the main bridge leading in and out of Jupiter Island and Tequesta, the Jupiter Island condos at Tequesta Towers are just a short walk or drive away from all of the best dining, shopping, and other amenities that Jupiter and Tequesta Florida have to offer.
It is not too often that a Jupiter Island condo goes up for sale at the Tequesta Towers, but 400 Beach Road #1102 has recently gone up for sale at a very reasonable asking price. Offering a modest 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, one car garage space, and 1,807 square feet, this condo for sale at the Tequesta Towers Jupiter Island is a large condo for under $1 million with direct ocean views. A split floor plan provides guest privacy, but the remainder of this Jupiter Island condo for sale is open-concept. With a completely updated kitchen with a glass top stove, California closets in every room, and unique hand-painted murals expressing Jupiter Island's character throughout, this condo for sale at the Tequesta Towers boasts some of the best design features. There aren't many Jupiter Island condos for sale in general, so make sure you don't miss an opportunity to own such a high-end condo unit at the Tequesta Towers.
Jupiter Island is one of the nicest and most exclusive areas of the country. The location is wonderful, nestled between the treasure coast and the palm beaches. The tree lined Jupiter Island streets help shield the beautiful estates from view. Yet once on the Island you'll know why Jupiter Island is so sought after when you see the beautiful ocean and intracoastal views.
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Help us restore The Mill!
All funds raised will go towards our restoration fund, helping us to make much needed upgrades such as replacing windows, creating a new rehearsal room and storage space, upgrading our dressing rooms, repairing 3 more roofs, the front canopy, furnishing the restaurant… and much more.
How to enter
A new draw will be made every 3 months and each quarter's ticket will include a theatrical question. Answer the question correctly and you will be entered into our Prize Draw.
You can buy your tickets online here.
You can also buy tickets in person from the Box Office, the Waterwheel Bar or from the sweet counter during the interval. Simply answer the question, fill in your details and hand it back to the member of staff who sold it to you.
About the Draw
One Saturday night per quarter three winner's names will be drawn at random by a member of the audience from all the tickets with the correct answer on and read aloud on stage. The lucky winners will be published on our website along with the amount of money raised.
The restoration work that has been done to The Mill will also be documented on the website so that you can see how your money has been spent.
So why not buy a ticket… or two. You may win an incredible prize and in the meantime you will be helping to restore The Mill at Sonning so that it is safe for many more years of theatre going.
The first draw will be on Saturday 24th August. After that we will publish another question followed by a new draw, always with the same amazing prizes.
So please join in.
And good luck.
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Last year in PE, we changed the locations of several important configuration files and directories. We also changed Puppet's packaging to install different things in different places.
This page is a summary to quickly orient users arriving to PE 2016.5 from PE 3.8.
In addition, refer to the PE migration notes for other notable changes.
*nix executables moved to
On *nix platforms, the main executables moved to
/opt/puppetlabs/bin. This means Puppet and related tools aren't included in your PATH by default. You'll need to either:
- Add
/opt/puppetlabs/binto your PATH.
- Symlink Puppet's tools to somewhere else in your PATH.
- Use the full path (e.g.,
/opt/puppetlabs/bin/puppet apply) when running Puppet commands.
On Windows, executables stayed in the same location, and the MSI package still adds Puppet's tools to your PATH.
bin directories
The executables in
/opt/puppetlabs/bin are just the "public" applications that make up Puppet. Private supporting commands like
ruby and
gem are in
/opt/puppetlabs/puppet/bin to keep them from accidentally overriding system tools if you add the public bin directory to your PATH.
confdir moved to
Puppet's system
confdir (used by
root and the
puppet user) is now
/etc/puppetlabs/puppet. Open source Puppet now uses the same
confdir as Puppet Enterprise.
confdir directory contains config files such as
puppet.conf and
auth.conf, as well as the SSL directory.
On Windows,
confdir stayed the same. On modern Windows versions (Windows 7 and newer or Windows Server 2008 and newer), it's still in the
COMMON_APPDATA folder, defaulting to
Other stuff in
We're also moving other related configs into the
/etc/puppetlabs directory. Puppet Server now uses
/etc/puppetlabs/puppetserver, and MCollective uses
/etc/puppetlabs/mcollective. In addition, in
/etc/puppetlabs, you'll find the
installer, and
activemq directories.
codedir holds all modules/manifests/data
All of the content used to configure nodes has moved into a new directory, named
codedir. (This stuff used to be in the
Note: On upgrades we do not move any of your code configurations to this new directory. It'll stay configured as you had it in the previous version of PE.
The default
codedir location is:
/etc/puppetlabs/codeon *nix.
C:\ProgramData\PuppetLabs\codeon Windows.
<USER DIRECTORY>/.puppetlabs/etc/codeif you're running as a non-root user.
The main contents of
codedir are:
- The
- The global
- Note: This is only for module versions you specifically want in all environments.
- The
Directory environments are always on
Directory environments are always enabled now.
The default
environmentpath is
$codedir/environments. On a fresh install, we create a directory for the default
production environment.
This means that if you're starting from scratch, you should:
- Put modules in
- Put your main manifest in
You can still put global modules in
$codedir/modules and configure a global main manifest with the
default_manifest setting.
Hiera path changes
- The default path for
hiera.yamlhas moved to
The default Hiera datadir (which is used if you specify no other datadir) has moved. The following are the new paths:
- *nix:
- *windows:
- *nix:
- Hiera defaults are now in the datadir setting in
- The datadir (
/etc/puppetlabs/code/environments/%{environment}/hieradata) contains
common.yamland the nodes directory.
If you are upgrading to PE 2016.5 and have an unmodified
hiera.yaml file, it is moved to the new location. If you've modified your
hiera.yaml, you should move it to the new location, or future upgrades will fail.
In addition,
hiera.yaml is automatically configured for use after upgrading.
Miscellaneous directory changes
- The system
puppet agenthas moved, and is now separate from Puppet Server's
- On *nix:
- On Windows:
- On *nix:
- The
rundir, where the service PID files go, has moved:
- On *nix:
/var/run/puppetlabs. (Puppet Server has a
puppetserverdirectory in this directory.)
- On Windows:
C:\ProgramData\PuppetLabs\puppet\var\run— this is the same as before, but it's now outside the main
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Remember RCC in your Estate or Will
Planned Gifts Create Legacies of Giving
When you think of leaving your philanthropic legacy, you search for a cause that is dear to your heart, where you know you can truly make a difference, where your gift will be recognized and encourage other gifts through your example. When you make a planned gift to Regional Cancer Center's Foundation you can be sure you are supporting comprehensive cancer care close to home — meeting the medical needs of patients while also helping them cope with their disease and treatment.
A bequest to Regional Cancer Center Foundation through a Will supports the mission of Regional Cancer Center. Bequests are the most common type of planned gift and allow donors to retain control of their assets for their own needs. The beneficiary designations in a Will, as well as the specific gift amounts and types, can be changed by donors at any time during their lives. Charitable gifts through your Will reduce the size of your estate. This can result in estate tax savings, both at the federal and state levels, if your net worth is above the current estate tax exemption limit.
It is important to receive advice from someone who understands your finances, assets, and income; possesses expertise in the area of taxes and/or estate planning; and has a legal responsibility to look out for your best interests. We encourage you to involve a trusted professional/adviser, like an attorney, certified public accountant, financial planner or broker when you are considering making any type of planned gift.
As you consider making a bequest to Regional Cancer Center Foundation to strengthen our research and clinical programs and services, the following language may be useful to you and your attorney: Specific Bequests: I give Regional Cancer Center Foundation, a nonprofit corporation located in Erie, Pennsylvania 16505 [(the sum of $_______) or (____% of my estate) or (the property described herein) or (the remainder of my estate)] to be used by Regional Cancer Center Foundation for its general purposes.
There are other planned giving opportunities we can discuss such as gifts of stock, life insurance, qualified retirement plans, or real estate.
100% of your charitable gift to Regional Cancer Center Foundation supports care provided locally in Erie, PA.
If you or someone you know might wish to include RCC in their philanthropic giving, please contact our Foundation Office at (814) 838-9000.
Planned Gift for Trilogy
Mrs. Agnes V. Baker of Warren, PA wanted to support the patients of RCC. She included the cancer center in her will with the restriction that her gift be used for cancer equipment. After her death, RCC received her gift of $150,000 which was held in anticipation of funding the purchase of new technology.
In late 2011, a second Trilogy linear accelerator was installed at RCC to embrace opportunities for continued advancements in delivering radiation therapy. Mrs. Baker's intentions were fulfilled when her donation contributed to fund this purchase and we thank her for helping to make this technology available to patients of RCC.


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- dir. ANDREI KONCHALOVSKY
- year. 1985
- country. USA
- run-time. 1hr 51min
- rating. 18
£5.00 (£3.50 conc.)
Doors - 19:00 Film - 19:30
Deptford Cinema in alliance with Arrow films present: Arrow Video Club! Arrow Video Club seasons will showcase cutting edge movies from across a dizzying range of genres, nations and eras: westerns, gangster films, new arthouse hits, digitally restored classics, and a few forgotten gems. All films will come from the catalogue of one of the most prestigious British film labels!
Get ready for a white knuckle trip that delivers on action and tension! In Andrei Konchalovsky's RUNAWAY TRAIN, based on a script by Akira Kurosawa (Seven Samurai) and real-life ex-con Edward Bunker (Mr Blue in Reservoir Dogs), two convicts break out of Stonehaven Prison in the dead of winter, boarding a freight train with the intention of getting as far away as possible before their notoriously sadistic warden finds out. But the brakes fail and the driver has a heart attack, sending hundreds of tons of metal hurtling through the snowy Alaskan wastes at terrifying and unstoppable speed.This riveting ride also boasts Oscar-nominated performances from Jon Voight and Eric Roberts.


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From The Globe and Mail – James Mirtle
There is an eerie symmetry to the Toronto Maple Leafs drop-offs experienced last season and again this year.
They have come at roughly the same time. And they have been almost as severe.
From early January to mid-February in 2015, the free-falling Leafs recorded just two wins in 19 games (2-15-2) to drop into the NHL's basement. By June, they were picking fourth overall, high enough to draft London Knights star Mitch Marner.
This year, after a 7-2 implosion in Chicago on Monday night, the Leafs are 4-11-2 in their past 17 games, and fading fast. If the draft lottery were held today, they would have the best chance of picking first overall (20 per cent) for the first time since taking Wendel Clark in the top spot in 1985.
The biggest difference between this year and last is that an incredible run of injuries have played a starring role. Between trading captain Dion Phaneuf away to Ottawa last week and the loss of up to eight players at a time to injuries, the Leafs have had a skeletal roster of late.
In Monday night's game against the Chicago Blackhawks, Roman Polak had the most minutes among defencemen (24). Colin Greening, recently acquired from the Senators, had the most minutes among forwards (17), despite the fact he has spent most of the year in the American Hockey League with Binghamton.
That arrangement didn't work out so well against the defending Stanley Cup champs.
"We weren't in the game basically from the start," coach Mike Babcock lamented, before later adding: "They were just better than us. Period."
That could be the postgame tale for a while. The Maple Leafs are about to face a run of good teams, with games against the New York Rangers, Nashville Predators, Tampa Bay Lightning and first-place Washington Capitals in the next two weeks. There is also the trade deadline looming on Feb. 29, when even more talent will be traded away.
So yes, things can get worse.
This isn't new. Other teams have pulled their rosters apart midway through the year en route to a good draft pick. Arizona Coyotes general manager Don Maloney admitted in an interview with Sports Illustrated's Alex Prewitt the other day that he did as much last season, explaining that "if we were going to be bad, my attitude was, let's be real bad."
He then called Connor McDavid, the eventual No. 1 pick, "a pretty big prize for being really bad."
What's made the Leafs' situation unique is the organization has steadfastly refused to recall its best players from the minors. The Marlies are currently the top team in the AHL, with only nine regulation losses in 51 games, and young players such as William Nylander, Kasperi Kapanen, Rinat Valiev, Connor Brown, Nikita Soshnikov and Stuart Percy are better than some of those playing for the Leafs.
Brendan Leipsic showed as much on Saturday against Vancouver, when he was granted his first NHL game and promptly scored his first NHL goal (the winner, no less).
He hardly looked out of place. But he was promptly demoted before their next game.
That's because Leafs management sees little point in sacrificing development in order to prop up a makeshift NHL roster that was never going to contend this year. Most of the recalls all season have been older non-prospects – Rich Clune, Mark Arcobello and Byron Froese – to the detriment of the NHL roster, and the benefit of Toronto's lottery chances.
Is that tanking? In the strictest sense of the word, sure. But the Leafs were also only five points out of a playoff spot on Jan. 6 after 38 games, and before all the injuries. They're still on pace for 73 points, five better than a year ago.
If that's tanking, it's Tanking Lite compared with what teams such as the Buffalo Sabres and Coyotes pulled off last season in failed attempts to get McDavid.
In fact, 73 points would be the best finish ever for a last-place NHL team. So if that was Leafs management's sole intention with the season, they went about it in a curious way.
The way that their year has gone is, in many ways, the best possible outcome. There have been obvious improvements thanks to Babcock. The work ethic is there. And the Marlies have played like world-beaters.
Finishing 30th, thanks to injuries, trades and an insistence on protecting the kids, won't be a black eye for anyone.
But it does leave the Leafs with their biggest hurdle still to come: beating the Edmonton Oilers in the draft lottery.
Good luck with that.
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Source: Leafs leading the race to NHL cellar and top prospect Auston Matthews


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Bitmoji - Review & Install Links
Bitmoji is a fun app that allows you to send personalized avatars to your family and friends across various chat programs.
It isn't new but possibly many people are just finding out the keyboard that allows you to express yourself in the way of custom emoji. If you're sick of the regular emojis and want to create some that look like you, Bitmoji is the app that you don't want to miss.
Uninstall the app:
- Go to Settings menu
- Choose Apps or Application manager
- Touch the app you want to remove
- Press Uninstall
Features Review
◆Turning your Bitstrips cartoon image into a personalized emoji
Bitmoji Keyboard allows you to use existing Bitstrips cartoon avatar as emojis for SMS, iMessage, email, WhatsApp chat, and Facebook message.You can share Bitmojis with your friends in two ways. First, launch the app and select any Bitmoji from the given list so you may send them to your friends. Another way is to activate the Bitmoji Keyboard from your device's settings. Just select the keyboard option, then allow the app to have full access.
◆ Choose from a big library of stickers – all featuring you
Bitmoji functions as your own personal emoji. Create an excellent cartoon avatar, choose from a growing library of moods and stickers - featuring YOU! The app features many customization options that make you nail down your appearance. You may change the look of your hair, eye color, size, eyebrows, and even the clothes that show up when you send the avatar to someone else.
◆ Use Bitmoji in Snapchat
The new version of Bitmoji allows you to link Bitmoji account from Snapchat. Then your Bitmoji avatar will automatically appear in your Snapchat and you can now add any Bitmoji to a Snap or chat.
-- Open up Snapchat.
-- Tap on the ghost icon at the top of the Camera screen.
-- Tap the gear icon to open up your Settings.
-- Tap on Bitmoji.
-- Tap on the "Link Bitmoji" button.
-- If you're logged in, you'll see a screen asking if you want to allow-- Snapchat to use your current Bitmoji avatar.
If you want to unlink your Bitmoji, you can always head to Snapchat settings and tap Unlink your Bitmoji.
Final Thoughts
Bitmoji Keyboard is no doubt one of the best emoji apps in the App Store which allows you to create your personal Bitmoji image so you can send it to anyone you want. Bitmoji Keyboard is a must-have app for those who are looking for unique creative emojis.
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This classic, much-loved novel tells the story of Jennie Logan, a woman caught between two worlds, two times, and the two men she loves—one her husband and one an artist who may have died in 1899. David Williams' novel is a thrilling read, part love story, part mystery—a tale of time travel (or is it madness?) that keeps the reader guessing until the very end. Now back in print, this exquisitely written book is not to be missed.
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Wind Walls
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An Immigrant Life in the United Kingdom
An Immigrant Life in the United Kingdom
It was a beautiful afternoon of June 2007 when I landed at Heathrow Airport. I was confused and had no idea about people as it was completely a new country, new people, different culture and even weather were also completely different. I decided to go to the United Kingdom for higher studies.
I started my life here with studies and found people are loving caring and always smile when you interact with them. I quickly got relaxed and got along with my new life. Time was going well and I was enjoying my university life.
After a year and a half, I was so excited when my wife and daughter got the visa and they were coming to live with me. We missed each other and especially my daughter used to cry whenever we talk over the phone. Things were going well and in my favour. After my studies, I had the opportunity to start my own business here.
With my hard work and luck, my business was going well. Initially, I did face some issues as it was my first experience of running a business in a new country but then I got to my feet. I was doing fine, paying all my Taxes, PAYE on behalf of my employees and Corporation tax etc.
Life was going smooth, business was doing well, and then my wife gave me a good news that I am going to be a father again. Later we found that it will be a baby girl. I was so happy and satisfied with my life. My daughter started suggesting names and helping me out sort out a place for her in her room. She was so excited about becoming a big sister. I was flying in the sky and felt that as if I was in heaven. What more you can expect from life!
Unfortunately, due to some complications, the new baby could not make it and my daughter passed during the labour. Our life was devastated, my wife and my young daughter were even more devastated than me. We buried her here in a graveyard in the UK.
Things went along and life was passing by, God blessed us with a son in 2010 and another daughter in 2013. Now by 2017, they are living and enjoying their school life in Britain as it is their country. My wife and kids never travel outside the country.
In 2016, I applied for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) and in November 2017 after such painful waiting time, my application was refused. The reason given by The Home Office is Section-322(5)- that is "Threat to National Security".
I was shocked to receive such judgement. I am a simple man and cannot understand or bear such allegation. I make my earnings through hard work and legitimate ways. I can never think of getting involved in any kind of situation which is against the law, any society, religion or a country. I am a moderate Muslim, not a terrorist.
I have no criminal record what so ever, here in the UK or elsewhere. I cannot imagine getting involved in any activity which could be harmful to this country. Especially, the country where my kids are born, where the grave of my loved one is, where I live in and more over the country I call my country.
We were content and living happily here in the United Kingdom. I could not gather the courage and strength enough to disclose this news to my wife and young kids. All joys, happiness and my more than 10 years of hard work have suddenly collapsed.
I cant see a light of hope and it is darker everywhere. I am and will fight for the justice but The Home Office has fastened my hands by taking away the right to work. It is becoming harder for me to survive and to feed my family. I have filed an appeal through a solicitor. It was already harder enough for me to meet both ends and now on top, I have to pay solicitor and legal fees.
When I look at my little kids it breaks my heart as I am uncertain about their future. I am trying to be strong. My wife is concerned me being stressed and about my deteriorating health. Even though she put up a brave face but I can also see that deep inside, she is also worried.
The lowest moment of a man's life is when he feels helpless and I think I am on that point…….
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Young India was a weekly paper or journal in English published by Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi from 1919 to 1931.[1] Gandhi wrote various quotations in this journal that inspired many. He used Young India to spread his unique ideology and thoughts regarding the use of nonviolence in organising movements and to urge readers to consider, organise, and plan for India's eventual independence from Britain.
In 1933 Gandhiji started publishing a weekly newspaper, Harijan, in English. Harijan, which means "People of God", and was also Gandhi's term for the untouchable caste - lasted until 1948. During this time Gandhi also published Harijan Bandu in Gujarati, and Harijan Sevak in Hindi. All three papers focused on India's and the world's social and economic problems.[2]
The journal was reprinted in USA by the India Home Rule League of America.
See also
- Gandhi Heritage Portal, portal to preserve, and protect the works of Mahatma Gandhi
- ^ "History of Mass Media" (PDF). University of Calicut. Retrieved 16 October 2016.
- ^ V. N. Narayanan, "Mahatma Gandhi - Peerless Communicator" (on Gandhi as a journalist).
External links
- Issues of Young India in the South Asian American Digital Archive (SAADA).
- http://www.youngindia24.com
- Young India, Journal collection
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New Karofsky Spoilers?Sunday, March 27, 2011
My sister's got this thing for Bollywood videos and so she was watching Showbiz India this morning, and Iqbal was being interviewed, at the end, they asked him about his upcoming story. I only heard part of it, so I may have missed something, but what he said was that something makes Karofsky want to change his behavior, so he approached Figgins to create a Guardian Angel type of program, and Dave and Figgins roam the halls trying to stop bullying.
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Iqbal: We're shooting an episode called "Born this Way", the bully, David Karofsky, that's the name of the character played by wonderful Max Adler, he decides that it's time for him to change, so he forms, sort of a Guardian Angels thing, and he asks my permission and I'm with him, so him and Principal Figgins, say "okay, no bullying at William McKinley" and Principal Figgins orders that the bully whips, (?) the Guardian Angel organization will roam the halls of McKinley High and stop the bullying in it's tracks. And that's what the story is about. I don't think I've told anyone else about that.


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What are moms?
All moms are different colors. There's brunettes, blonde, brown or red. With dark skin or light. Blue eyes, green or brown. Choosing bright outfits or discreet black. And mom different colors… soul. What are moms? And what You mother is blue or orange, or maybe red? Or green, or yellow?
No, this is not a psychological test! And not even a comic classifications, of which there are plenty in the Internet. All seriously. Now it becomes clear.
For starters, that's what it is.
In the mid-20th century American psychologist Dr. graves and his followers don Beck and Chris Cowan has formulated the so-called theory of spiral dynamics . They took as the basis of classification of their system of values! Every individual (and even society in General) are on one level. But these same levels were identified in different colors. Turned out such a fun picture.
Why I decided to talk about it?
The fact that such important thing as a system of values, is laid in childhood, and is formed of mom and dad. In adult life it is very difficult to change. This is akin to the revolution. So we automatically projected our system of children. What they grow? Maybe now it's easier to fix something?
Beige man . no arms and no legs characterizes the level of a baby. He needs solely focused on survival – if only it was hearty, warm, comfortable. That is all exclusively on basic instincts.
Purple – go pen to the star – believes that there is someone who will solve all the problems. For a child 4-5 years is the parents, the tribe is the shaman, who will speak with the spirits and the ceremony will be satisfied by rain, sun, food, etc.
Such adults in the civilized world no. And mom, I know. So that will not stop, went further.
But more interesting. Get ready to learn themselves or their acquaintances.
Red man characterizes the level of development of the system of values in which "might is right". Relationships like this man builds on the principle of subordination. As an example – the medieval time. The ruler must be the strongest. And if he is stronger, his works unquestioning, and orders are not amenable to discussion.
Who's the red mom?
"It needs to be done, because I said so." "You can't do that". For the same reason. It is stronger than the child. She uses this. She suppresses his will and totally not interested in his opinion.
And what about the baby?
Any child can become totalitarian parents, even scary to imagine. And most tragically, it will not always be weaker. And then have to switch roles.
For those who are on the blue level . does not exist semitones. They live that idea. And any deviation, attempts to look critically cause rejection. That cannot be reconciled with the views of the world – definitely bad. The Soviet Union, it seems, Yes? If in the party – you will be prosperous. If you sing jazz and play the saxophone… yeah, a movie about hipsters watched.
Who is blue mom?
As though it may seem strange, many women, especially after giving birth to her first child, rapidly "galoubet". They preach Komarovsky or Shirshov, Nufeld or Doman. And hoarse ready to argue about the dangers of strollers, diapers, or even that artificial feeding is the same as breast. Those who dared to put on a child's disposable diaper or decided to sleep with him at night, dissenting immediately indulge in condemnation. And are excluded from the possible number of friends and companions.
In General, the radicalism in the "mom" of its manifestations. Explanation definitely there. The woman appears in the new situation, in which besides it was her responsibility. There are so many conflicting recommendations. Still "cling" to some kind of camp, believe in their Holy leader and diligently to spread the message to not be disenchanted.
Some work to outgrow. Many continue in the same spirit of life.
And what about the baby?
Commitment to a specific idea on certain short – life stages even very helpful. However, this view of the world considerably limits their development. Besides, it's the path of least resistance. Perhaps the man will be on it comfortably. But there's something over the hill. And there are damn interesting! And because we want our children were not afraid of unconventional creative individual solutions.
Then there are the orange people . Here is a very interesting companions. If the blue receive recognition "for years of service and the amount of time devoted commitment", orange to quickly and efficiently develop.
Blue believe that the head can be, only by giving the company …dtsat years of his life, thus the work efficiency is not even so important. Orange – "castigatio" their work and talent. But it is important that all saw how far they had come.
Who's orange mother?
Oh, it's mom, which, for example, teaches the child to read in a year and a half. And it shall teach! Although, frankly speaking, early reading is not about the baby, but so great to meet my mother's ambitions. Her baby is clean and tidy, eats only healthy food, without exception, goes to five clubs and, of course, excellence. She is beautiful, smart and always painted and groomed. She has her house in order and she is a valuable employee.
And it's all exclusively for everybody to understand that she is the best!
And what about the baby?
In our world, which is confined to success, such people have a great chance to get recognition. This is certainly effective managers, who are likely to achieve a lot with their work. And they definitely will be the best apartment (not because they necessarily need exactly five rooms and attic, and because it's cool), a prestigious car. They will be able to demonstrate their success. And maybe even will get some buzz.
But will they be able to test whether they are truly satisfied with my life? Will they be able to break out of this race for the prestige? Doubt it…
The next level is green . For people who are on it, was important not only achieve, as such, but also relationships. What they bring to this world. It is those who think about the consequences of their activities. Moreover, in the global sense.
Who's green mom?
Rare birds. But they have the best chances to find harmony in the soul, cease to twitch and get pleasure from life in General and motherhood in particular. The child does not sleep at night – they do not exasperated, they have no desire in their hearts to say something like, "how you made me!". They quite sincerely – not brains, and heart – realize that this is one of the highlights of happy pictures of their world, in which no dark colors too.
They are a dialogue and think about the consequences for believing in limitless possibilities for personal growth of each person and their children in particular.
And what about the baby?
The child in front of the eyes is a perfect example. But, in my opinion, there is one danger. Green – unlike the yellow and especially the turquoise – which are people like the Dalai Lama) is not yet ready to accept and understand people of other levels. And they will never find a common language. This will conflict. If a child learns to get out of it the winner (in the sense that, without loss to their own worldview), then everything is fine.
But in General, it is within our power to make green people became more then one versions of the conflict will be brought to naught.
Of course, "pure" types don't exist. Periodically, depending on the situation in the us is an expression of one color, then another. But there are some main in this palette. What kind of paint to paint the lives of his children?
People tend to develop. This need is inherent in us by nature. Of course, not very easy to change yourself. But we have a powerful incentive.


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"Core to Diageo's values is inclusion. For our business to thrive and realize its ambitions, we depend on diverse talent," said Deirdre Mahlan, President, Diageo, North America. "This range of backgrounds, skills and capabilities in each of the 180 countries where we operate means we can better understand and serve the communities in which we live and work. At Diageo, we believe in celebrating life every day, everywhere and for everyone."
Diageo has been an early and active supporter of equal rights of all people, and was recently one of 76 major companies representing 1.1 million workers to sign the Human Rights Campaign's amicus brief to the U.S. Supreme Court challenging the discriminatory Defense of Marriage Act. Additionally, Diageo's individual brands continually advocate for the LGBTQ community, most prominently Smirnoff™ Vodka, which has supported equality and love in all its forms for several decades, and last year launched its limited edition "Love Wins" bottle packaging, which donated $1 per bottle made to the HRC.
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6 Tips You Should Know Before Riding The Self Balancing Scooter
Self Balancing scooter designed with two wheels, one each on both side and two small platforms between the wheels for the rider to stand and balance on. It is a rechargeable scooter which can run on battery and is a perfect medium of fun ride for children's. Shane Chen's invention became as popular now, in the whole world as he was the first inventor and user of hover board- another name of the self balancing scooter.
Many people are interested in it to enjoy the same fun like the others and it is affordable too. Famous celebrities have also shown their passion for it in their films, so why are you waiting for it, but before that follow some guidelines for a safe ride.
Tips To Learn Before Riding The Self Balancing Scooter
Avoid Risk On Rainy Weather:-
Control over scooter is very necessary as there is no other facility giving it to balance on. So, it will be risky for you to ride during the rainy season as this little device cannot take control on wet roads and even are not waterproof. It's better to avoid the rainy season and extreme climate for this purpose and even avoid Wet Street on normal days.
Remove Items for Way :-
If you want to ride and use it at home, then firstly you need to remove furniture and all essential things from that place to ride on. In order to avoid any kind of injury during the ride from sharp things kept on the way, just avoid those and rearrange all to enjoy your ride.
Ride on Correct Platform:-
Avoid riding over carpets though it's thick or thin as it makes the uneven platform to balance. A slippery floor is dangerous for you to ride on as they are very smooth and slippery to create a disaster. Thick carpets restrict wheels to move and change directions and thin carpets can make you fall down. So it's better to choose flat and dry surface.
Avoid Traffic:-
Self balancing scooter is not a vehicle to ride in high traffic area which can result in an accident. It is just a fun ride to enjoy your weekends, so don't take the risk of riding in traffic. As it is battery made so it may stop after some distance and you will be left unprotected in traffic areas. So choose safe places like your home, streets, highways, parks etc.
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Before riding out of the house you should take some essential things with you like a helmet or cap in order to protect yourself from any head injury if you fall. You can apply sunscreen before going out. As you will spend several hours outside so you need protection and relief so it's good to have water with you. If you are a new rider just have some first aid with you.
If you are going to have a long distance ride, then helmet protection is necessary to ride you a safe way. Though it's not necessary for experts as you are not in a traffic area, but my advice would be to use helmet those are just practicing to ride and balance.
It's a fun ride and safe too, it is also used in big malls in order to transport items or products. Even students are using it to go school too. So, you can also plan to buy one from an onine store or marketplace in affordable price and enjoy the ride but keep safety rules in mind.
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JERUSALEM, July 10, 2012 (AFP) – An Israeli court on Tuesday found former prime minister Ehud Olmert guilty on one charge in a closely watched corruption case, but cleared him on two other charges, in a verdict he hailed as just.
The decision to convict Olmert on the lesser charge of "breach of trust," over favours he granted a former colleague during his time as minister, could jeopardise Olmert's political future.
But the Jerusalem district court's acquittal of the former leader on the two more serious corruption charges, related to his alleged receipt of cash-stuffed envelopes and multiple-billing for trips abroad, was seen as a victory for Olmert.
"We unanimously decided… to convict the defendant on the felony of breach of trust," the three judges overseeing the case wrote in the verdict.
Olmert still faces a second trial over allegations he accepted bribes during his time as Jerusalem mayor to smooth the way for the construction of the massive Holyland residential complex in the city.
But his acquittal on the most serious charges against him in this trial, including the allegations that forced him to resign from his post as prime minister in 2008, was described as a win for him by political observers.
Olmert faced three primary allegations in the first trial against him.
The first charge, on which he was convicted, related to favours he granted a former colleague, Uri Messer, during his time as trade and industry minister.
Olmert was also accused of receiving hundreds of thousands of dollars from Jewish-American businessman Morris Talanski, in return for promoting his companies in Israel.
And he was alleged to have engaged in multiple-billing of trips overseas, on occasions charging as many as four different institutions for the same trip, in what was dubbed the Rishon Tours affair.
But he was acquitted on both those charges, with judges saying the evidence failed to prove "beyond a reasonable doubt" that Olmert was guilty.
The former premier hailed the verdict outside the courtroom.
"There was no corruption, I received no money, there were no cash envelopes, there was nothing from all of these things they tried to attribute to me," Olmert told reporters.
"The Talanski and Rishon Tours affairs were at the heart of the accusations levelled against me and I have been cleared on both these cases. It was all false," he said.
He acknowledged his conviction on the third set of allegations, but said the judgement described his behaviour as "procedural misconduct."
Olmert was mayor of Jerusalem from 1993 to 2003 after which he served as a cabinet minister, holding the trade and industry portfolio as well as several others, before becoming premier in 2006.
He led the centre-right Kadima party into government, but resigned from the premiership in September 2008 after police recommended he be indicted in several graft cases.
He has consistently proclaimed his innocence, calling the allegations against him a "ruthless witch-hunt."
Deliberations on Olmert's sentence are set to begin in September, and in the meanwhile he faces allegations in a separate case that he accepted bribes in return for helping the developers of the Holyland residential complex in Jerusalem.
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On November 13th, join us at Tres Gatos to debate, discuss, and drink around Etgar Keret's THE SEVEN GOOD YEARS!
"Over the last seven years Etgar Keret has had plenty of reasons to worry. His son, Lev, was born in the middle of a terrorist attack in Tel Aviv. His father became ill. And he has been constantly tormented by nightmarish visions of the Iranian president Ahmadinejad, anti-Semitic remarks both real and imagined, and, perhaps most worrisome of all, a dogged telemarketer who seems likely to chase him to the grave. Emerging from these darkly absurd circumstances is a series of funny, tender ruminations on everything from his three-year-old son's impending military service to the terrorist mindset behind Angry Birds. Moving deftly between the personal and the political, the playful and the profound, The Seven Good Years takes a life-affirming look at the human need to find good in the least likely places, and the stories we tell ourselves to make sense of our capricious world."
The book is for sale at Tres Gatos and all are welcome to the book club. See you on the 13th!
On November 13th, join us at Tres Gatos to debate, discuss, and drink around Etgar Keret's THE SEVEN GOOD YEARS!