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The subject of this book may be thus stated by an enlargement on the opening verses. 1. The Proverbs of Solomon, the son of David, king of Israel. 2. Which treat of the knowledge of wisdom, of piety towards God, of instruction and moral discipline, of the understanding wise and prudent counsels. 3. Which treat of the attainment of instruction in wisdom, which wisdom is to be shown in the conduct of life, and consists in righteousness with regard to our fellow-creatures. 4. Which treat of the giving to the simple sagacity to discover what is right, by supplying them with just principles, and correct views of virtue and vice; and to the young man knowledge, so that he need not err through ignorance; and discretion, so that by pondering well these precepts, he may not err through obstinacy. Take the proverbs of other nations, and we shall find great numbers founded upon selfishness, cunning, pride, injustice, national contempt, and animosities. The principles of the Proverbs of Solomon are piety, charity, justice, benevolence, and true prudence. Their universal purity proves that they are the word of God.
The use of the Proverbs. (1-6) Exhortations to fear God and obey parents. (7-9) To avoid the enticings of sinners. (10-19) The address of Wisdom to sinners. (20-33)
Verses 1-6 The lessons here given are plain, and likely to benefit those who feel their own ignorance, and their need to be taught. If young people take heed to their ways, according to Solomon's Proverbs, they will gain knowledge and discretion. Solomon speaks of the most important points of truth, and a greater than Solomon is here. Christ speaks by his word and by his Spirit. Christ is the Word and the Wisdom of God, and he is made to us wisdom.
Verses 7-9 Fools are persons who have no true wisdom, who follow their own devices, without regard to reason, or reverence for God. Children are reasonable creatures, and when we tell them what they must do, we must tell them why. But they are corrupt and wilful, therefore with the instruction there is need of a law. Let Divine truths and commands be to us most honourable; let us value them, and then they shall be so to us.
Verses 10-19 Wicked people are zealous in seducing others into the paths of the destroyer: sinners love company in sin. But they have so much the more to answer for. How cautious young people should be! "Consent thou not." Do not say as they say, nor do as they do, or would have thee to do; have no fellowship with them. Who could think that it should be a pleasure to one man to destroy another! See their idea of worldly wealth; but it is neither substance, nor precious. It is the ruinous mistake of thousands, that they overvalue the wealth of this world. Men promise themselves in vain that sin will turn to their advantage. The way of sin is down-hill; men cannot stop themselves. Would young people shun temporal and eternal ruin, let them refuse to take one step in these destructive paths. Men's greediness of gain hurries them upon practices which will not suffer them or others to live out half their days. What is a man profited, though he gain the world, if he lose his life? much less if he lose his soul?
Verses 20-33 Solomon, having showed how dangerous it is to hearken to the temptations of Satan, here declares how dangerous it is not to hearken to the calls of God. Christ himself is Wisdom, is Wisdoms. Three sorts of persons are here called by Him: 1. Simple ones. Sinners are fond of their simple notions of good and evil, their simple prejudices against the ways of God, and flatter themselves in their wickedness. 2. Scorners. Proud, jovial people, that make a jest of every thing. Scoffers at religion, that run down every thing sacred and serious. 3. Fools. Those are the worst of fools that hate to be taught, and have a rooted dislike to serious godliness. The precept is plain; Turn you at my reproof. We do not make a right use of reproofs, if we do not turn from evil to that which is good. The promises are very encouraging. Men cannot turn by any power of their own; but God answers, Behold, I will pour out my Spirit unto you. Special grace is needful to sincere conversion. But that grace shall never be denied to any who seek it. The love of Christ, and the promises mingled with his reproofs, surely should have the attention of every one. It may well be asked, how long men mean to proceed in such a perilous path, when the uncertainty of life and the consequences of dying without Christ are considered? Now sinners live at ease, and set sorrow at defiance; but their calamity will come. Now God is ready to hear their prayers; but then they shall cry in vain. Are we yet despisers of wisdom? Let us hearken diligently, and obey the Lord Jesus, that we may enjoy peace of conscience and confidence in God; be free from evil, in life, in death, and for ever.
Proverbs 1:1-33 . After the title the writer defines the design and nature of the instructions of the book. He paternally invites attention to those instructions and warns his readers against the enticements of the wicked. In a beautiful personification, wisdom is then introduced in a most solemn and impressive manner, publicly inviting men to receive its teachings, warning those who reject, and encouraging those who accept, the proffered instructions.
2. To know . . . instruction--literally, "for knowing," that is, such is the design of these writings.
wisdom--or the use of the best means for the best ends, is generally employed in this book for true piety.
instruction--discipline, by which men are trained.
to perceive--literally, "for perceiving," the design (as above)
understanding--that is, words which enable one to discern good and evil.
3. To receive . . . of wisdom--For receiving that discipline which discretion imparts. The Hebrew for "wisdom" differs from that of Proverbs 1:2 , and denotes rather discreet counsel. Compare the opposite traits of the fool ( Proverbs 16:22 ).
justice . . . equity--all the attributes of one upright in all his relations to God and man.
4. simple--one easily led to good or evil; so the parallel.
young man--one inexperienced.
subtilty--or prudence ( Proverbs 3:21 , 5:21 ).
discretion--literally, "device," both qualities, either good or bad, according to their use. Here good, as they imply wariness by which to escape evil and find good.
5, 6. Such writings the wise, who pursue right ends by right means, will value.
learning--not the act, but matter of it.
wise counsels--or the art and principles of governing.
6. To understand--so as to . . . such will be the result.
interpretation--(Compare Margin).
words of the wise--(Compare Proverbs 1:2 ).
dark sayings--(Compare Psalms 49:4 , John 16:25 ; and
7. The fear of the Lord--the principle of true piety (compare Proverbs 2:5 , Proverbs 14:26 Proverbs 14:27 , Job 28:28 , Psalms 34:11 , 111:10 , Acts 9:31 ).
beginning--first part, foundation.
fools--the stupid and indifferent to God's character and government; hence the wicked.
8. My son--This paternal form denotes a tender regard for the reader. Filial sentiments rank next to piety towards God, and ensure most distinguished rewards (compare Proverbs 6:20 , Ephesians 6:2 Ephesians 6:3 ).
9. On the figures of Proverbs 1:9 , compare Genesis 41:42 , Solomon 1:10 , 4:9 .
10-19. A solemn warning against temptation.
entice--literally, "open the way."
consent . . . not--Sin is in consenting or yielding to temptation, not in being tempted.
11-14. Murder and robbery are given as specific illustrations.
lay wait . . . lurk privily--express an effort and hope for successful concealment.
swallow . . . grave--utterly destroy the victim and traces of the crime ( Numbers 16:33 , Psalms 55:15 ). Abundant rewards of villainy are promised as the fruits of this easy and safe course.
15, 16. The society of the wicked (way or path) is dangerous. Avoid the beginnings of sin ( Proverbs 4:14 , Psalms 1:1 , 119:101 ).
17-19. Men warned ought to escape danger as birds instinctively avoid visibly spread nets. But stupid sinners rush to their own ruin ( Psalms 9:16 ), and, greedy of gain, succeed in the very schemes which destroy them ( 1 Timothy 6:10 ), not only failing to catch others, but procuring their own destruction.
20-33. Some interpreters regard this address as the language of the Son of God under the name of Wisdom (compare Luke 11:49 ). Others think that wisdom, as the divine attribute specially employed in acts of counsel and admonition, is here personified, and represents God. In either case the address is a most solemn and divine admonition, whose matter and spirit are eminently evangelical and impressive
Wisdom--literally, "Wisdoms," the plural used either because of the unusual sense, or as indicative of the great excellency of wisdom (compare Proverbs 9:1 ).
streets--or most public places, not secretly.
21. The publicity further indicated by terms designating places of most common resort.
22. simple ones--(Compare Proverbs 1:4 ).
simplicity--implying ignorance.
scorners--( Psalms 1:1 )--who despise, as well as reject, truth.
fools--Though a different word is used from that of Proverbs 1:7 , yet it is of the same meaning.
23. reproof--implying conviction deserving it (compare John 16:8 , Margin).
pour out--abundantly impart.
my spirit--whether of wisdom personified, or of Christ, a divine agent.
24. stretched . . . hand--Earnestness, especially in beseeching, is denoted by the figure (compare Job 11:13 , Psalms 68:31 , 88:9 ).
25. set at naught--rejected as of no value.
would none of--literally, "were not willing or inclined to it."
26, 27. In their extreme distress He will not only refuse help, but aggravate it by derision.
27. fear--the object of it.
desolation--literally, "a tumultuous noise," denoting their utter confusion.
destruction--or calamity ( Proverbs 1:26 ) compared to a whirlwind, as to fatal rapidity.
distress--( Psalms 4:1 , 44:11 ).
anguish--a state of inextricable oppression, the deepest despair.
28. Now no prayers or most diligent seeking will avail ( Proverbs 8:17 ).
29, 30. The sinner's infatuated rejection brings his ruin.
31. fruit . . . way--result of conduct ( Isaiah 3:10 , Ezekiel 11:21 , Romans 6:21 , Galatians 6:7 Galatians 6:8 ).
be filled--even to repletion ( Psalms 123:4 ).
32. turning away--that is, from the call of Proverbs 1:23 .
simple--as in Proverbs 1:22 .
prosperity--quiet, implying indifference.
33. dwell safely--literally, "in confidence" ( Deuteronomy 12:10 ).
be quiet--or at ease, in real prosperity.
from fear--without fear.


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The psalmist prays to God to plead his cause, and judge for him. (1-9) He expresses confidence in God, and will give him the glory of his deliverance. (10-17)
Verses 1-9 David flees to God for succour. But Christ alone could call on Heaven to attest his uprightness in all things. All His works were wrought in righteousness; and the prince of this world found nothing whereof justly to accuse him. Yet for our sakes, submitting to be charged as guilty, he suffered all evils, but, being innocent, he triumphed over them all. The plea is, "For the righteous God trieth the hearts and the reins." He knows the secret wickedness of the wicked, and how to bring it to an end; he is witness to the secret sincerity of the just, and has ways of establishing it. When a man has made peace with God about all his sins, upon the terms of grace and mercy, through the sacrifice of the Mediator, he may, in comparison with his enemies, appeal to God's justice to decide.
Verses 10-17 David is confident that he shall find God his powerful Saviour. The destruction of sinners may be prevented by their conversion; for it is threatened, If he turn not from his evil way, let him expect it will be his ruin. But amidst the threatenings of wrath, we have a gracious offer of mercy. God gives sinners warning of their danger, and space to repent, and prevent it. He is slow to punish, and long-suffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish. The sinner is described, ver. ( 14-16 ) , as taking more pains to ruin his soul than, if directed aright, would save it. This is true, in a sense, of all sinners. Let us look to the Saviour under all our trials. Blessed Lord, give us grace to look to thee in the path of tribulation, going before thy church and people, and marking the way by thine own spotless example. Under all the persecutions which in our lesser trials mark our way, let the looking to Jesus animate our minds and comfort our hearts.
Psalms 7:1-17 . Shiggaion--a plaintive song or elegy. Though obscure in details, this title seems to intimate that the occasion of this Psalm was some event in David's persecution by Saul. He prays for relief because he is innocent, and God will be glorified in his vindication. He thus passes to the celebration of God's righteous government, in defending the upright and punishing the wicked, whose malignant devices will result in their own ruin; and, confident of God's aid, he closes with rejoicing.
1, 2. Though many enemies set upon him, one is singled out as prominent, and compared to a wild beast tearing his prey to pieces (compare 1 Samuel 20:1 , 23:23 , 26:19 ).
3. if I have done this--that is, the crime charged in the "words of Cush" (compare 1 Samuel 24:9 ).
4. If I have injured my friend.
yea, I have delivered, &c.--This makes a good sense, but interrupts the course of thought, and hence it is proposed to render, "if I have spoiled my enemy"--in either case (compare 1 Samuel 24:4-17 , 1 Samuel 31:8 1 Samuel 31:11 ).
5. This is the consequence, if such has been his conduct.
mine honour--(compare Psalms 3:3 , 4:2 )--my personal and official dignity.
6. God is involved as if hitherto careless of him ( Psalms 3:7 , 9:18 ).
rage--the most violent, like a flood rising over a river's banks.
the judgment . . . commanded--or, "ordained"; a just decision.
7. compass thee--as those seeking justice.
return thou on high--assume the judgment seat, to be honored as a just Ruler by them.
8. Though not claiming innocence in general, he can confidently do so in this case, and in demanding from the Judge of all the earth a judgment, he virtually asks acquittal.
9. the hearts and reins--the affections and motives of men, or the seat of them (compare Psalms 16:7 , 26:2 ); as we use heart and bosom or breast.
10. defence--literally, "shield" ( Psalms 5:12 ).
11. judgeth--as in Psalms 7:8 .
the wicked--Though not expressed, they are implied, for they alone are left as objects of anger.
12, 13. They are here distinctly pointed out, though by changing the person, a very common mode of speech, one is selected as a representative of wicked men generally. The military figures are of obvious meaning.
13. against the persecutors--Some render "for burning," but the former is the best sense. Arrows for burning would be appropriate in besieging a town, not in warring against one man or a company in open fight.
14. The first clause expresses the general idea that wicked men labor to do evil, the others carry out the figure fully.
15, 16. 1 Samuel 18:17 , 31:2 illustrate the statement whether alluded to or not. These verses are expository of Psalms 7:14 , showing how the devices of the wicked end in disappointment, falsifying their expectations.
17. his righteousness--( Psalms 5:8 ). Thus illustrated in the defense of His servant and punishment of the wicked.


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Skirmish takes readers into brand-new territory, beginning right after the conclusion of The Sun Sword. The Terafin has been assassinated by a demon, and the battle for the House Seat will now begin. Four candidates have declared themselves, but Jewel, the Terafin's own choice to become the next Terafin, has yet to announce her intentions. By the time she does announce her candidacy, attempts have been made on her life by demons. She has also walked along and shut a magical road against some of the demons, while at the same time, she's acquired a number of nonhuman allies. But whether Jewel and her allies—both mortal and magical—will all survive the war that is now beginning is very much in question….
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As Plato states in The Republic's Allegory of the Cave, to Step-Forward into the real world, we need to focus on science, knowledge, belief and opinion. The need for change will emerge from our coordinates between the intelligible world and the visible world.
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She was born Oct. 6, 1923, in Eau Claire, Wis., and celebrated her 89th birthday this year.
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She was a 59-year member of First Lutheran Church in Cleveland and enjoyed many social activities and volunteer work with friends both at church and throughout Cleveland. Her radiant faith in her Savior was evident to all with whom she came in contact. She loved singing the hymns of her faith and especially loved the message written in each song. One of her special gifts was visiting others, especially the lonely and those in need of a cheerful presence.
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Armed with this kind of hope, we buy the fancy mousse/anti-frizz cream/serum and, more often than not, it doesn't do the kind of miracle-work we were banking on. And here's why, say stylists: No matter what the label promises, no one hair product will make your hair dreams come true. The reason? Hairstyling products need to be paired together in order for you to get that straight-from-the-salon effect.
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Like the dry shampoo and hairspray idea. Thanks.
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Informative. I especially liked that curly hair cocktails were included.
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Though yoga classes have been offered at local gyms and dance studios, those who just want to practice yoga now have a place to go — 5ive Point Yoga and Massage.
It opened this past March and is located at 223 Inman Street, next to The Catch Bar and Grill and across the street from the Museum Center at Five Points.
Owner Melanie Lyon began teaching her first yoga class at a local gym in 2007. Prior to that, she said she and a friend would often drive to yoga studios in Chattanooga to practice. They soon decided that they needed some place for people in the Cleveland area to practice.
Lyon and fellow instructor Rachel Evans were drinking coffee downtown one day and saw a "for rent" sign in an empty shop window as they were walking back to their cars. That ended up being their chance to have a studio in Cleveland.
Lyon and Evans joined up with yoga instructors Rajesh Maggirwar and Elise Chamberline, and they now offer about 18 classes per week from the downtown studio on a schedule that changes monthly.
Classes are offered for those with different skill sets and those who want to try different styles of yoga, which can range from slow-paced classes for beginners to classes for those who are more advanced yogis. In addition, Lyons is also a certified massage therapist and offers massages at the studio by appointment.
"We have a nice little mix," Lyons said.
For beginners with no injuries, she said she recommends the "Yoga Flow" or "Slow Yoga" classes. For those who are older or may be suffering from injuries, she recommends the "Backcare Basics" or "Gentle/Restorative Yoga" classes.
For anyone who wants to try yoga for the first time, there is also a free "Community Yoga" class offered on Saturdays from 12 to 1 p.m. In addition, Lyons said first-time participants can attend one session of any class on the schedule for free.
Whatever type of class people choose to attend, she said all participants take part in breathing and stretching exercises that should help people feel better when they are done.
Yoga consists of a variety of breathing and stretching exercises that Lyon said help get more oxygen into a person's body and get muscles in better shape.
"It supports your whole body," Lyons said, adding that the most common feedback she has received from class participants is how many had never taken a class that had focused so much on breathing.
While yoga can be practiced in conjunction with religious activities in some instances, Lyons said her studio just focuses on the physical aspects of yoga. People are encouraged to focus on their breathing and stretching and think about whatever they like.
"I just say, 'whatever's in your heart, come into this space and breathe,'" Lyons said.
She said she did not want people to be of yoga because they think it is a religious activity. To her, yoga is more about keeping one's body healthy.
A common misconception she said some people have about yoga is that they have to be really athletic and flexible to do it. Lyon said that, if done slowly and carefully, yoga can be a great way to build up flexibility and strength. She said she has had everyone from pregnant women to people recovering from injuries take her classes.
She also encourages families to get involved. The studio also offers a "Kids Yoga" class for children and any parents who want to get involved with them.
With the exception of the free community class, all adult classes are $10 each. Punch cards good for 11 classes can be purchased for $100, and $75 buys a monthly membership to attend as many classes as one wants. Kids' classes are $5 each or free with a parent's monthly membership. Lyons said those visiting the studio for the first time can attend any class for free. Those who attend the classes are asked to bring their own yoga mats.
For more information about the studio and its class schedules, visit the studio online at www.facebook.com/5ivePointYoga or call 284-3232.


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Army Col. Leland Holland would sometimes talk about his 444-day hostage ordeal in Iran "like it was a good old fish story," says his son, John. But other times, recalling how he was beaten with rubber hoses and telephone books, he'd get angry. The memory of picking a lock with a paper clip, making his way to the roof, and breathing fresh air could bring him to tears. Three times after he retired from active duty, his family found him kneeling in the corner of the basement, face to the wall, hands clasped together over his head as if handcuffed, reliving in his nightmares the ordeal of being interrogated.
Ben Affleck's celebrated film, Argo, has spotlighted a desperate CIA scheme that enabled six U.S. Embassy employees to escape post-revolutionary Iran disguised as a Canadian film crew. Holland was part of a far less fortunate group, the 52 Americans who didn't make it out of the embassy when militants stormed it on Nov. 4, 1979, and were held hostage for 444 days.
Argo has been showered with honors, topped by a best-picture Oscar at the Academy Awards. There's no dispute that it is historically inaccurate and ignores a larger tragedy to focus on a tiny sliver of success associated with a humiliating chapter in the nation's history. But give Argo its due. The film is serving to remind the country of a time, a place, and a debacle at what could be a pivotal moment in the history of the Iranian hostage crisis.
The former hostages and their advocates are mobilizing for a Capitol Hill push that they hope will be the final chapter in a 33-year quest for relief and for justice. In a few weeks, members of Congress will receive a packet of information that includes powerful statements and videos from the former hostages and their survivors. Some will be telling their stories publicly for the first time. One of them is Steven Lauterbach, whose written account opens with this sentence: "I slashed my wrists while in captivity in Iran."
The hostages were among the first victims of Islamic terrorism -- yet unlike subsequent victims, they have never received the satisfaction of a court judgment against a state sponsor of terrorism, or financial compensation drawn from its assets. For decades they have tried and failed to navigate a web of conflicting legal opinions, court reversals, and changing terrorism policies. And for decades they have been thwarted by the 1981 Algiers Accords, in which Iran agreed to release the hostages and President Carter agreed to bar lawsuits by them and their families. One Congress after another has been unable or unwilling to surmount presidential administrations and court rulings that have kept the accords in force. The Supreme Court last year ended the possibility of suing under current law, leaving Congress to find a solution.
With its suspected march to nuclear weaponry and broad sponsorship of global terrorism, Iran presents America and the world with problems much deeper than how to tie up the loose ends of a 1980 crisis. Yet the dark details of their captivity and its long-term impact – the depression, the nightmares, flashbacks, divorces, and physical illnesses– are bound to add urgency to the former hostages' cause, as is their advancing age (a dozen of the 52 have since died).
Nor does it hurt that the cinematic spotlight on Iran has coincided with two related tragedies. Argo opened a few weeks after murderous militants attacked another U.S. mission, this one in Benghazi, Libya, igniting intense concern on Capitol Hill about diplomatic security. The film opened the same month that one of the 52 former hostages, former CIA agent Phillip Ward, killed himself. He had returned home covered with scars from torture, a reclusive, alcoholic ruin who couldn't hold a normal job -- who couldn't even hold a cup of coffee, his hands shook so badly. "He took his life, but in reality his life was taken from him 33 years ago in Tehran, Iran," attorney Tom Lankford, who has been trying since 2000 to win justice for the former hostages, wrote in a tribute to Ward in Roll Call last fall.
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Lankford has lived intimately for years with the disquieting tales of former hostages and their families, and punctuates his conversations with graphic images and details – the cells fouled with excrement, the diplomat's wife who still has anxiety attacks, the retired Air Force colonel who in his nightmares hears the hoses being forced down the throats of Iranian political prisoners as they were suffocated outside his cell.
Most of the former hostages functioned well in productive careers after they returned – including Leland Holland, who died in 1990, and Tom Schaefer, the retired colonel who remains haunted by the suffocations. They and many others became public figures, giving speeches and media interviews about their experience. Yet few if any former hostages escaped life-altering changes wrought by 444 days of terror, boredom, hope, and hopelessness.


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A warning from illustrator Robbie Wilkinson. He's probably right, too. Thanks to Imogen.
How's this for a delightful collection of images? Edith Carron is a French illustrator who has been working out of Berlin for the past seven years, and her portfolio comprises a beguiling combination of fun, socially-conscious and mischievous themes delivered in coloured pencil and print. And it's fantastic. So much so, in fact, that The New York Times, Zeit Campus Magazin and Suddeutsche Zeitung Magazin are only three from a client list longer than we care to count who have commissioned Edith to make first-rate work, including this wonderful cover for Revue Citrus, depicting two male footballers in a loving embrace before their fans. Edith also generously posts a collection of personal work in her Journal, in which she takes snapshots from every day life and makes them look like something out of a technicolour children's book-inspired dream. What a treat.
It is almost exactly a year since Swedish illustrator Martin Nicolausson last appeared on the site but if it's to become an annual tradition to check back in on his work, then you won't find me complaining. Martin has considerable and versatile talents and particularly excels in editorial work for the likes of Icon, New Humanist and Wallpaper* magazines. But there's also some charming self-initiated work among his recent updates, including a series dedicated to golf which actually makes this stuffy sport seem pretty darn appealing. His colour palette is often muted but he makes the most of every visual decision to ensure maximum, if sometimes quiet, impact.
Yvan Guillo is not an illustrator who is about to be held back by traditional practices. One day while he was sampling the tonal background of vintage comics to create a more retro feel in his own panels, he accidentally selected an area with a character in it, and his crazy new mash-up technique was born. He has continued creating works using these techniques under the pseudonym Samplerman, posting them on a Tumblr of the same name to create an extensive series. Even better, he created the word "procrastinatic" to describe such an activity. Making up formats and adjectives? Who is this enigmatic creator?
Weird is a word that's applied lazily to anything that's even vaguely out of the ordinary. You start chatting to a stranger on the bus: "Weird!" You have a dream where you're in your house, and it doesn't look anything like your house, but all your family live there and you have your own room so it must be your house: "Weird!" You take a new route on the walk home from work for no particular reason at all: "Weird!" None of these things are weird you damn fools. Weird is MUCH more exciting than that.
We're benevolent old things here at It's Nice That – so much so that illustrator Janne Kokkonen reckoned that being one of our students of the month in 2013 was "one of the nicest things that had happened to me during my studies."
Being huge fans of Andy Rementer's cheeky work we've seen illustrator Margherita Urbani's name bandied around a lot over the past few years, whether in credits in Apartamento or The New York Times, but it wasn't until last week that we thought to look up exactly what she does. Which, as it turns out, is quite a lot.
In ancient times Matt Panuska would have been some kind of shamanistic guide, plying his wards with ayahuasca and leading them through their subconscious with a gentle hand. Unfortunately he lives in modern-day Brooklyn, where DMT-related healing is positively discouraged, so Matt makes his living drawing images that seem born from an altered mind.
Covering beer-holding Furbys, flaxen-haired Nickelback chump Chad Kroeger and laptop Scrabble, Toronto-based illustrator Brandon Celi's subjects are as varied as his work is brilliant. He works in paint to bring to life hilarious scenarios including a reimagining of the Wizard of Oz scene where the wicked witch is crushed by a house, but this time targeting surely the most evil (aesthetically, at least) of all footwear: Crocs.
Christoph Niemann is one of our creative heroes, an illustrator and artist whose talent, imagination and sense of humour puts him smack bang in the top drawer. So imagine our excitement when we found out he was doing an Ask Me Anything on Reddit yesterday, where he held forth on all manner of topics, from serious illustration insight to his love of butter. Here's some of the wit and wisdom he shared…
Illustrator and art director Charlotte Delarue's varied work shows her to be an uncommonly talented illustrator, conjuring incredibly realistic portraits out of paper and pencil safe in the knowledge that she doesn't need to do anything more to make them impressive. Her art direction is of another ilk entirely, however – she works with the likes of electro acts Chromeo, Justice and Kavinsky to draw up impactful logotypes and album artwork concepts that can be spotted from miles away, from the golden legs which reappear on almost every Chromeo album cover to Kavinsky's mysterious blue-tinged scenes.
Sophy Hollington has been busy making some sassy new printed matter. With fan art, band T-shirts, record sleeves and commissions from The New York Times and Japanese gallery Parades, Sophy's detailed, lino-cut and Risograph printed work is gorgeous, varied and often rather strange.
Interviewing cartoonist Joe Dator is a real honour, because he's a total hero and also a spectacular interviewee. Listen to him talk about his working life: "Everything revolves around Tuesday. The New Yorker cartoon meeting is on Tuesday, so that's the day we all submit our new ideas to the editor…I usually work over the weekend and by Monday night I'm in full-on lockdown to get my batch of ideas ready. Wednesday is a day off. If you ever want to socialise with a New Yorker cartoonist, Wednesday is the day to do it."
New York-based illustrator Ben Mendelewicz draws comics, illustrates and animates for the likes of Adult Swim, Stussy and Funny or Die. He has contributed to Mouldmap, Happiness and Weird with comic horror stories of white collar jobs with fragmented scripts of bastardised professional jargon.


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Dear Members,
This 15th of June marks 10 years since the passing away of General Choi Hong Hi. We pause for a heartfelt homage and to thank his wonderful legacy.
I wish to share this reflection with you, for it has been quite a long while since his demise, during which our institution´s work capacity has been put to test, and become able to draw most international TKD practitioners to our ranks.
It is precisely the term line that I want to address: when our founder passed away, three lines became defined, which in order to identify themselves were called thus: Tran Trieu Quan Line, Chang Ung Line and Choi Jung Hwa Line. After the loss of dear GM Tran Trieu Quan, many members invoke my name as a new way to call our line. However, I think it is time we took what rightfully belongs to us and become known as the "Gen. Choi Hong Hi Line".
Owing to the fact that our entity is not monarchic but that it is democratic and therefore time will force us to renew our Presidents (for no more than two periods are allowed), this would force us to successive changes in name to ratify our Line and moreover, because we know that we are heirs to the ITF legacy and our approach would fill our predecessors with pride.
We will simply employ this name whenever we need to refer to ourselves, as well as in the web or in a journalistic interview, we will do it in this way: ¨General Choi Hong Hi Line"; and it will be the best tribute possible to our Founder.
Best Regards,
GM Pablo Trajtenberg
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Marcus Addison Cinema
The Marcus Addison Cinema is your premiere entertainment destination with 21 state-of-the-art auditoriums. The facility can accommodate rentals for group outings, corporate events, birthday parties & various other occasions.
CITY: Addison
Metropolis Performing Arts Center
More than 40 productions and 360 performances each year ranging from musical theatre, plays, live music, dance, family shows, The Second City Comedy and professional regional children's theatre.
CITY: Arlington Heights
Arlington International Racecourse
At Arlington International, we aim to make every day of the season special by combining the excitement of thoroughbred racing, gorgeous grounds and fantastic food to create a winning track experience for our guests! Whether you're looking for a fun and exciting day out with friends and family, a casual and charming afternoon at the races, or a sophisticated and stylish get-together, Arlington International offers an extraordinary experience for everyone! Live racing and entertainment May 3 - September 29, 2013.
CITY: Arlington Heights
Big Shot Piano Lounge & Restaurant
Big Shot is an upscale Restaurant & Piano Bar. A cozy place to meet, eat, and drink while listening and interacting with talented musicians. From the warm atmosphere to the variety of enticing menu items, this intimate spot will showcase live talent every night. The extremely friendly restaurant will invite its patrons to participate and sing along with new songs performed by talented professionals. This will definitely be a place to start and end an evening.
CITY: Arlington Heights
Downtown Arlington Heights Shopping & Entertainment District
Diverse collection of charming local shops and major retailers. Outstanding restaurants, theaters, nightlife, and entertainment, all within walking distance.
CITY: Arlington Heights
Fox Valley Symphony
Top-notch pop, classical and family performances are presented under the guidance of Maestro Fusao Kajima.
CITY: Aurora
Sri Venkateswara Swami Temple of Greater Chicago
This temple is one of only three Sri Venkateswara Hindu temples in the United States, constructed by Native American artisans.
CITY: Aurora
Aurora Area Architecture
The Aurora area features diverse architectural styles, including designs by Frank Lloyd Wright, Mies van der Rohe, Bruce Goff and George Grant Elmslie. The area is also home to one of the largest collections of Sears mail order homes.
CITY: Aurora
Aurora Historical Society.
This local history research archives houses historic photos, books, documents and maps covering Aurora's history from the 1830s to the present. Open by appointment only.
CITY: Aurora
Riverfront Playhouse
This popular local theater group performs original plays, musicals, murder mysteries, comedies and children's theater.
CITY: Aurora
Swimming Stones
This kinetic water sculpture, created by Christian Tobin, combines art with the law of physics to enable giant stones to rock, spin and swivel on a cushion of water.
CITY: Aurora
Copley Theatre
This theatre offers affordable, live entertainment, comedy, concerts, dance and family shows. Group discounts/theatre rentals; perfect for meetings, performances, fundraisers and banquets.
CITY: Aurora
Aurora Downtown Walking Tour
Take a self-guided tour of Aurora's historic downtown. Tour brochures are available at the Aurora Area Convention and Visitor's Bureau.
CITY: Aurora
The Comedy Shrine
Whether you're here to watch improv or stand-up, you're in for a great time! Come early and enjoy a drink and the thousands of pieces of comedy memorabilia that puts the "shrine" in The Comedy Shrine. Interested in classes? We have those too! You are never too old or too young to try your hand at comedy. Check out our website for upcoming class dates and prices.
CITY: Aurora
SciTech Hands-On Museum
Aurora's interactive science and technology center offers over 200 hands-on exhibits demonstrating the principles of electricity, weather, astronomy and nuclear energy.
CITY: Aurora
David L. Pierce Art & History Center
The Aurora Public Art Commission hosts rotating exhibits displaying a full spectrum of innovative arts. The History Center has a collection of photographs, books, maps and other memorabilia. The Museum Shop offers hand-crafted jewelry, pottery and textiles from local artists and Aurora-themed gifts.
CITY: Aurora
Vicki Lawrence & Mama at the Paramount
They are two of the most recognized women in entertainment, and both performed for over a decade with Carol Burnett. They also worked together on their own hit TV series, Mama's Family. Now Vicki and Mama are coming to the Paramount, and boy, is it going to be fun. First, Vicki Lawrence takes the stage to share stories from her long and diverse career, including insider scoop on her days with The Carol Burnett Show. Plus, she'll take the mic to sing a few numbers. Then as you watch a short behind-the-scenes bloopers film, Vicki slips back stage and changes into her alter ego – Mama. Hang on to your handbag after that because Mama is in the house and life ain't going to be the same. Rated G
CITY: Aurora
Two Brothers Roundhouse
Originally constructed in 1855-1865, the roundhouse was renovated and now houses Illinois' largest microbrewery and brewpub. Passion for beer, love of food, and appreciation for great architecture flourishes in the walls of this historic 70,000 square foot facility. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Two Brothers Roundhouse is the oldest limestone roundhouse in the United States. As they bring new life to this 155 year old building, enjoy a casual atmosphere in the main dining room gastropub, our sports tavern and music venue or our new cafe and bakery. There is more to do than dinner at the Roundhouse. As with the beer and food, the live entertainment has a local flair. Whether it be a wedding, reunion or corporate event, they have a variety of spaces for friends and family to gather. Cheers!
CITY: Aurora
Paramount Theatre
This historic landmark theater offers affordable, live entertainment, comedy, concerts, dance and plays in both The Paramount Theatre & Copley Theatre. Group discounts. Theater rentals are perfect for meetings, performances, fundraisers and banquets.
CITY: Aurora
Wayne's World - Downtown Aurora
This excellent comedy follows the pursuits of a pair of suburban Aurora slacker friends who have a public access cable show and a penchant for '70s rock. The movie was filmed on location in Aurora and Chicago. One of the notable Chicago sites includes a kitschy gift shop with a large Indian statue on its roof.
CITY: Aurora
BAPS-Shri Swaminarayan Mandir
Experience peace and enjoy hours of discovery at Shri Swaminarayan Hindu Mandir. This traditional Hindu Mandir (or temple) is a masterpiece of exotic design and workmanship.
CITY: Bartlett
Above and Beyond Framing and Gallery
Custom framing, art and gift gallery. Featuring Steve Hanks, Tom Lynch and Scanlan.
CITY: Bartlett
Fermilab Ramsey Auditorium
The mission of the Fermilab Arts and Lecture Series is to celebrate the artistic and intellectual vision of Fermilab by actively fostering an appreciation of science and the performing arts in neighboring communities.
CITY: Batavia
Goodrich Randall 15
The Goodrich Randall theater complex includes the only IMAX screen in the Fox Valley area.
CITY: Batavia


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For some reason, I have a list of certain restaurants I only go to with specific friends. For example, I've never been to Cho Sun Ok without my friend, Jon Baskin. In reality, I think the main reason I don't go to CSO without Jon is pretty simple – I don't feel confident enough to navigate the menu without him! Jon knows exactly what to order and every time the meal turns our perfectly.
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Since I seem to be this way about a few places, I thought it might be helpful to share some of my foodie friends' favorite restaurants and must-have dishes. My plan is to feature more restaurants in coming posts, so stay tuned! I hope this will act as a nice guide for different restaurants to try and the best dishes to order. Here are some of Jon's must-try dishes from Cho Sun Ok. I hope you enjoy them as much as I do! Now we can all feel confident enough to visit CSO with or without his guidance.
- Galbi gui – Charcoal broiled beef shortrib, marinated in their homemade special sauce. These are tender and flavorful, and the bone gives them that extra something, something.
- Chadol-Gui – These paper-thin slices of tender beef come to the table raw and it's in your hands to cook them on the cast iron skillet that comes with everyone's table. The best part is the clear sauce that you dip the beef in. Jon has tried recreating the sauce at home, but says there must be a secret ingredient because when he combines sesame oil, salt and pepper, it doesn't quite taste the same. Another favorite tip of mine — eat this meat with a side of green onions for an added crunch factor. It's perfect!
*Side note – For further proof that this guide is necessary for someone like me, while writing this, I pulled up their menu online and was 95 percent sure that it was the bul-go-gi that he always orders. I called to ask Jon, just to double check, and sure enough I was wrong. It was indeed the Chadol-Gui.
- Korean Pancake – Don't let the name fool you; this pancake isn't your average breakfast variety, but a smorgasbord of delicious seafood instead. This savory 'pancake' comes with squid, shrimp, scallion and more. It's delicious, trust me!
Insider tip: They don't take reservations, nor do they take your name when you arrive. Instead, guests stand in line, in the order you arrived, and when a table opens up, the first group in line is seated. Arriving at the right time is crucial here. After extensive trial and error, including one visit with our friend David on crutches, we know when to arrive – before 6PM or after 8:30PM. Anytime in between and there will be a wait, which will usually be outside; and since we're in Chicago, chances are that means either smoldering heat or bitter cold. I hope you'll try Cho Sun Ok and let me know which dish is your favorite!
Cho Sun Ok Restaurant
4200 North Lincoln Avenue, 773.549.5555


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Funeral service will be at 2:30 p.m. Saturday, June 15, 2013, at Holly Grove Church in Drew, with Minister Martha Shoulders officiating. Burial will follow in Delta Heights Cemetery in Cleveland.
Visitation will be from 2-6 p.m. Friday, June 14, 2013, at Byas Funeral Home in Ruleville and from 1:30 p.m. until service time Saturday at the church.
Survivors include son, Robert Boughter Jr. of Memphis; daughter, Megan Shoulders of Terre Haute, Ind.; brothers, James Shoulders of Drew, Willie B. Shoulders of Horn Lake, O.C. Young and Harold Young, both of Memphis; sisters, Ethel Davis, Mary Young, Nettie Jackson and Pettie and Linda Young, all of Memphis; and one grandchild.
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Your Best (And Worst!) Halloween Costumes!
Planning your Halloween costume? For some inspiration and fun, check out our readers' best and worst costumes!
Pretty Little Costumes
"We love Pretty Little Liars so we decided to be them for Halloween. My friend Alleda was Spencer, my friend Allison was Emily, my friend Kristen was Hanna, and I was Aria." —Olivia, 17, NJ
Mean Girls
"In honor of the 10 year anniversary of Mean Girls, I give you the best Halloween costume ever."
The Four Seasons
Are you more of a winter, fall, spring, or summer girl? Here's a fun and unique costume to try with your BFFs!
—Nina, Pinterest.com
Rock, Paper, Scissors
Take your favorite childhood game to the next level! How creative are these costumes?
—Maddy Heine, Pinterest.com
Olympic Gymnasts
"Aly Raisman and Gabby Douglas!"
The Walking Dead Zombie
"In honor of 100 days until season 5 of The Walking Dead."
Comic Book Character
Could this genius idea be any more perfect?
The Stages of Miley
"It's the best of both worlds!"
Mary Poppins
"Up to the highest height."
Alice in Wonderland
"My best costume was when I went as Alice and convinced my family to dress up with me."
Zenon and Nebula
"Zenon & Nebula girls of the 21st Century. Zetus Lapetus!"
"Working at a children's hospital has its perks!! Happy Halloween!"
Katniss and Peeta
How awesome are these costumes of Katniss and Peeta from The Hunger Games?
Grapes Costume
"For Halloween my freshman year of college I decided to dress up as grapes. Looking back, I don't know what I was thinking!" Margaret, 22, VT
Breakfast Costume
"My friends and I had made some quick and simple costumes last year and they were a huge hit! We started as bacon and eggs, but then we added two more!" Jill, 17, Saskatchewan
Pinata Costume
"I used a glue-gun to cover a tan dress with layers of streamers to make a Piñata costume! I went with the traditional 'donkey' pinata look!" Catherine, 23, CA
Alice in Wonderland Costume
"My friends and I all dressed up for Halloween even though school was cancelled that day because of a snowstorm. Two days later I was one of the few people wearing my costume in school, but it was definitely fun walking around as Alice in Wonderland all day! People thought we were awesome for dressing up, despite the weather." Rebecca, 18, NJ
Loofah Costume
"I made my own Bath Loofah costume out of an old dress, tulle, and safety pins!" Catherine, 23, CA
Katniss Costume
"I think my favorite Halloween costume I've done was Katniss from The Hunger Games in 2011. Everyone seemed to like it." Elyse, 15, VA
Bruno Mars Costume
"Last year for Halloween I was Bruno Mars! He is one of my biggest role models so I decided why not become him? That Halloween, I made a music video portraying Bruno Mars and it turned out to be a hit! Many of his fans have watched it and it currently has over 4,000 views." Daniella, 21, NJ
Fall Foliage Costume
"I wanted a costume that was funny, unique, and that no one else would have. I'm from Vermont too, so I needed to pay homage to the state!" Margaret, 22, VT
Vampire Diaries costume
"Last year I dressed up as Katherine Pierce from The Vampire Diaries. I tried my best to copy her 'masquerade' look with the black dress and mask, from season two." Melissa, 21, MI
Tinkerbell & Peter Pan
"My boyfriend and I dressed up as Tinkerbell and Peter Pan. I've always wanted to do this and luckily my boyfriend is awesome and wanted to also." Melissa, 17, PA
Black Swan Costume
"Last Halloween, I dressed up like the black swan. I am an apsiring ballet dancer, so it seemed like the perfect choice. It was probably my most complimented costume to-date!" Camille, 15, CA
Jelly Fish Costume
"My homeade jellyfish costume from last year!" Olivia, 17, NY
Hello Kitty Costume
"My best friend and I were Hello Kitty last Halloween!" Rosalie, 17, Quebec
Pikachu Costume
"I always thought that Pikachu from Pokémon was such an adorable character, but I had never seen a cute costume for girls, so I made my own costume complete with tutu!" Catherine, 23, CA
Edward Scissor Hands Costume
"Back in 2009, I was Edward Scissorhands. It is one of my favorite movies and I just adore Johnny Depp. This costume in particular I made by taking apart old leather bags that had buckles. It took me weeks to finish because my hand would always cramp up from the sewing. I sewed the buckles onto a black long sleeve shirt!" Daniella, 21, NJ
Miss Costume
"My friends and me dressed up as the seven "Miss" Pageant Queens: Miss Matched, Miss Chevious, Miss Terious, Miss Fit, Miss Balanced, Miss Spelled, And Miss Calculated." Christie, 20, NY
Ursula Costume
"We didn't necessarily plan for it to be a Disney themed Halloween, but my sister and her husband (not pictured) went as Belle and Gaston from Beauty and the Beast while I showed up as the evil Ursula of The Little Mermaid. The kiddos were fascinated with my homemade tentacles and a little afraid of my hair (couldn't find a decent wig, so that's my natural hair! It took about an hour to wash it out that night.) The time and effort put into this costume was totally worth it!" Emmi, 20, CO
Candy Costume
"My best friend and I got super compliments on our candy costumes!" Halley, 19, GA
Pig Costume
"Last year I was a pig for Halloween, becase they are my favorite animal, and they make an adorable costume! Everyone loved it! I'm a vegetarian, too, so it made sense. My snout made pig noises, so the overall product was hard to miss!" Aoife, 14, NC
Maid To Order
"I thought being a dead maid would be, well, dead sexy — but, it turns out not so much!" —Sarah, 16, NJ
"Here's a picture of my roommate and me on Halloween a couple of years ago. She's Paris Hilton and I'm Jackie O!" —Jackie, 22, FL
Scared Sick
"OK, so this is just plain sick! I guess this was before I realized that Halloween was an opportunity to look cute!" —Alysa, 17, WI
Old School
"People have told my friend and I that we're like an old married couple, so for Halloween we dressed as an old married couple dressing up for Halloween. She went as the husband going as the dog and I was the old woman going as the cat." —Beth, 22, NY
Spice It Up
"My friends and I dressed up like The Spice Girls. We carried around a boom box, played The Spice Girls CD, and we even had a dance party in the street. It was awesome!" —Jessie, 16, NY
Board Silly
"Two years ago, I was in a pinch for a Halloween costume, so I threw on my wet suit and went to school as a surfer. But, I'm pretty thin and all day people came up to me saying how creative my surfboard outfit was!" —Lauren, 15, CT
Love It
"One of my favorite and most fun Halloween costumes was when I was a Valentine! People told me it was the wrong holiday." —Naomi, 16, CA
Britney Spears and Lady Gaga Costumes
"My sister and I share a channel on YouTube, Eleventh Gorgeous, and we decided to be power pop stars last Halloween! I drew inspiration from our girl Britney Spears and the tutorial was even featured on Britney's website as well as Facebook! Tracy captured Lady Gaga's The Fame album cover perfectly! Both tutorials can still be seen on our channel!" Stephanie, 25, AL
Sims Costume
"I needed a quick costume for a Halloween party so I constructed a giant green diamond out of paper and glued it onto a piece of wire that I attached to a headband to look like a character from The Sims! My friends were able to locate me by my floating diamond the entire night!" Catherine, 23, CA