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How Your Small Business Can Rock Social Media
The Art of Social Media, co-authored by Canva's 'Chief Evangelist' Guy Kawasaki and Peg Fitzpatrick who, in her own words, is a "Social media butterfly" brings forth the key aspects every person and business needs to know to be successful at social media.
Though the title says the tips are for "power users," I would say that whether you are an intermediate user or almost a pro, this book will help make your social media strategy even better.
Humor is a recurring theme throughout the book. For example, Kawasaki explained how you want to have a recognizable social profile so users will, "Know which Guy Kawasaki you are – God help us if there is more than one." The humor serves as a way to not only hold the readers' attention, but also to show how social media can be interesting and fun.
The Art of Social Media provides a brief rundown of all the important pieces of social media – from optimizing your profile to sharing what you've created effectively. Taking time to read this information-packed book will change the way you do social media and will set you on the path to success.
Direct Capital aids in small business success so we want to share with you some key takeaways from each chapter, as they all provide different tips that can help drive your business's social strategy.
Chapter-by-Chapter Takeaways
Chapter One: How to Optimize Your Profile
Your social profile is a "snap judgment" about your account. Will users find you? Will they remember you when they click out of the page? Here are a few ways to ensure your page is memorable and easy to find:
- Pick a name that makes sense to either who you are or what your business name is.
- Make sure that you have the same logo across all of your social channels
- Get a vanity URL that has your name in it (ex: facebook.com/DirectCapital ).
Social profiles are supposed to give users the impression that you and your business are likable, trustworthy, and competent. Take a peek at your profile and make sure that image comes across clearly.
Chapter Two: How to Feed the Content Monster
"The biggest daily challenge of social media is finding enough content to share."
Because of that, Kawasaki and Fitzpatrick explain how to create a content plan and stick to it to make sure your profiles are always 'feeding the content monster.'
First, make a plan. Their three tips are:
- Figure out how you want to make money
- Determine what kind of people you need to attract in order to make money
- Figure out what those people want to read and develop content based on that.
Once you know what content your audience will enjoy and share, you can start creating and curating. The authors suggest creating at least 2 new pieces of content a week. And when you aren't creating, curate! Content curation is a summary of someone else's content and is ultimately a win-win.
They provide many useful sites to find content to curate and also to help with discovering new ideas to write about. Some on that list are: Alltop, Feedly, Futurity, and Google Scholar.
One final takeaway from this chapter: "The key test for the art and science of social media is this: Will people reshare my post?" To Kawasaki, in the social world re-sharing is the sincerest form of flattery.
Chapter Three: How to Perfect Your Posts
The key in perfecting your posts is, of course, having good content. But, how do you know if what you are sharing is "good stuff?" Kawasaki and Fitzpatrick tell you:
- What happened? Provide information
- What does it mean? Provide analysis
- How can I do that? Assistance, how-to.
- What the heck? The entertainment factor.
Kawasaki adds something else to this list, though: don't be boring! He wrote, "My theory is that if you're not pissing people off on social media, you're not using it right."
Keep this in mind too: Every post that you share should contain a photo, or as they call it "eye candy." A Skyword study found that posts with a relevant graphic saw a 94% increase in views.
In short, the best way to perfect your posts is to just share awesome content. The authors write, "Let Google do what it does best: Find great content. So defy all the SEO witchcraft out there and focus on creating, curating, and sharing great content."
Chapter Four: How to Respond to Comments
Handling reviews and comments about your business will always be a part of your social media strategy. Whether positive or negative, the authors suggest monitoring and responding to all comments. But, keep in mind, you aren't just responding to the commenter – you are responding to all of your followers – so do it smartly.
Kawasaki has a rule – he calls it going three-rounds – which is that it's okay to respond to negative comments, but only do it once. If they continue the conversation, just let it happen and stay out of it. However, he says he always deletes profanity, racism, or off-topic comments.
Chapter Five: How to Integrate Social Media and Blogging
Remember this: "If a blog post is not worth sharing, it's not worth writing."
Powerful words, but because blogging and social media complement each other, you want to make sure the content you are developing will be useful in the social realm.
But how else can you utilize your social profiles on your blog?
- Make sure you have share buttons on your blog.
- Pin every one of your posts to Pinterest because they have a lot of staying power.
- You can incorporate a "Pin it for Later" link on the blog so users can return to the post at a later time.
- Submit a blog on Alltop. Your blog can be found through their RSS feed which generates a lot of exposure for you.
- Embed social posts on your blog (a Twitter feed, Pinterest profile, etc).
Chapter Six: How to Get More Followers
This chapter is pretty straightforward, so I chose the two most helpful points to share with you:
- Sharing good content is 90% of the battle to getting more followers.
- Try to jump on a new platform as soon as it goes live. This way, you aren't competing with as much traffic.
Chapter Seven: How to Socialize Events
Holding a special event? Ever think of using social media as your main agent for publicizing it? If your social strategy wasn't up to speed, it probably never crossed your mind that using social could significantly benefit you, and here's how:
- Use short, memorable hashtags everywhere to publicize the event. Ask your vendors, speakers, and guests to use it.
- Assign an employee the sole duty of monitoring social media before, during, and after the event. Have them post real-time updates.
- Display the Twitter stream on the big screen at your event.
- Take plenty of pictures with guests and share them everywhere.
Chapter Eight: How to Run Google+ on Air
When I said anyone from an intermediate user to a pro could benefit from these tips, I meant most of the tips. Hangout on Air (or HOA) is, as the authors say, "A magical way to rock social media," but if you're just getting started hold off on this for now.
If you are ready to rock an HOA, here's how they suggest you do it:
- Make sure you have your materials in order. You'll need: a webcam, a microphone or earphones, good lighting, and a nice background.
- Plan your script out ahead of time.
- Wear solid colors.
- Embed the HOA code to your website and/or blog so more people can watch.
Chapter Nine: How to Rock a Twitter Chat
This is another one of those ideas that work wonders, but aren't for the beginners. When you are ready to take this step, here are some ways Guy and Peg have found to be successful:
- Hold a Q&A using short and memorable hashtags.
- Prepare your guests by drafting likely questions in advance.
- Be audience-driven and resist promoting a certain agenda.
- Answer as many questions as possible.
- Summarize the Q&A afterwards and share it on all other social channels.
Chapter Ten: How to Avoid Looking Clueless
I said Kawasaki and Fitzpatrick used humor, but did I mention they were blunt, too? Though it sounds harsh, they are trying to protect you from looking clueless on social media.
- Don't buy your followers or likes, and here's why: "Because the followers, likes, and +1s are not real, social media fails to deliver meaningful results."
- Don't call yourself a guru or expert because, chances are, your followers already think that's what you are. You don't need to tell them.
- Put qualified people in front of your social accounts, not someone with limited experience.
Chapter Eleven: How to Optimize for Individual Platforms
This chapter had far too much valuable information for me to completely pass on (I am trying to encourage you to purchase the book, after all), but I will provide my favorite takeaway for each social platform.
- Facebook: Use page Insights to see what's working for you and when your primary audience is online.
- Google+: If you are looking for engagement, use comments and +1s to run polls. Ask a question and comment with answers. Have users +1 the comment (or answer) they like best. The title of this book (Art of Social Media) was chosen in this way.
- Instagram: Use filters. The most popular ones are Normal, Valencia, Earlybird, and X-pro III. But, #NoFilter is still one of the most popular hashtags.
- LinkedIn: Personalize your connection request so it's not the generic one that LinkedIn automates.
- Pinterest: I have two favorites, here. The first is to start collaborative boards by inviting others to pin to your boards. The second is to not use hashtags. Contrary to other social sites, Pinterest is not receptive to them.
- Slideshare: Repurpose your blog content to a Slideshare and share it on your social sites.
- Twitter: Always add graphics to your tweets. Fun fact: You can add up to 4 pictures to one tweet.
- YouTube: Create a channel trailer or welcome video. This is the first video users will see when they come on your page.
The final chapter, "How to Put Everything Together," basically tells us that after you have built the foundation and generated all of your digital assets, its' time to go to market and share everything everywhere.
The conclusion provides 5 codes for personal conduct Kawasaki and Fitzpatrick retrieved from Don Miguel Ruiz and his son Don Joe Ruiz that they also believe relates to social media:
- Be impeccable with your word.
- Don't take anything personally.
- Don't make assumptions.
- Always do your best.
- Be skeptical, but learn to listen.
I can't speak for Guy and Peg, but I'm sure they – much like all of us here at Direct Capital – hope you got a lot of their book The Art of Social Media. We know we did.
For more information on Guy Kawasaki and Peg Fitzpatrick, visit their respective websites or to purchase The Art of Social Media, click here. If you'd like to learn more about Direct Capital and how we help small businesses, visit our website!


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THE AFL will not bail out extinction threatened SANFL clubs like Sturt and West Adelaide.
The SANFL has also ruled out a bailout of the Blues and Bloods but says it will help both clubs get their houses in order.
They are facing extinction within two years after disastrous 2012 financial results.
The wider SANFL competition is also struggling with seven of the league's nine clubs posting losses in 2012 on the back of falling pokies profits and increased operating costs.
The competition's dim plight prompted Sturt CEO Matthew Benson to call on the AFL for help, saying it owes more support to the SANFL, which was easily its best per-capita breeding ground in 2012.
But the AFL, which spent $1.4 million on game development in SA in 2012 compared to about $20 million in NSW, says it will continue to spend the bulk of its development money in expansion states.
"The SANFL continues to be an outstanding breeding ground for AFL players and a key competition in its own right," AFL spokesman James Avery said.
"We see no reason to change the competition structure."
In addition to game development money, the SANFL receives $1 million from the AFL to split among league, amateur and country clubs who produce AFL draftees.
Each SANFL club also received a $400,000 dividend in 2012 from AFL license money paid by the Adelaide Crows and Port Adelaide.
SANFL clubs are paid $20,000 for every AFL draftee they produce and an additional $15,000 if the player reaches 20 AFL games.
Benson this week proposed a new funding model which would see SANFL clubs receive up to $90,000 for producing a draftee.
"The AFL should be throwing the kitchen sink at the SANFL and the WAFL because our two leagues represent the most pure and proven pathway to the top outside of Victoria," he said.
"If football does not find an equitable way of transferring some funds, the price it will pay will be the loss of clubs like Sturt."
The SANFL produced 25 per cent of all national draft selections in 2012, with 17.
A further two SANFL players were taken at the pre-season draft, five made rookies lists and four former SANFL players earned rookie upgrades.
Despite the buckets of money being poured into game development in NSW, not one player from the state was taken at last year's National Draft.
SANFL football general manager Chris Davies said local clubs could not rely on increased AFL funding and also ruled out increased SANFL handouts to clubs like Sturt and West.
But he believed the SANFL could remain a viable nine-team competition and said centralised administration, diligent financial management and reduced reliance on pokies were the key.
"The reality is that AFL funding to the state competitions is done in line with AFL broadcast deals, which are not up for re-negotiation until 2015," Davies said.
"We will submit our needs and lobby for the best deal possible when that time comes but our challenge is to remain strong, viable and independent.
"We'll work with the clubs like Sturt and West Adelaide to them keep running well into the future but ... I wouldn't want to suggest that the SANFL is going to (bail out) clubs."
Originally published as AFL ignores the call for help

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I'm going to give it a shot.
Treadmill:50 minutes / 768 calories
Random Leg Stretching
I'm weight is fine, I just don't want to leave that to chance. One more day of this before we leave.
You're set up for a strong meet. Good luck Crippler.
Good luck to you this week. I will try to tune in at work and watch you. I know it's crazy, but it's not unusual for me to set a computer to a livestream and watch while I work.
Thank you Dave. The nerves are setting in right now.
Treadmill:45 minutes / 650 calories
That's it, that's all. Since our son gets or of college for Thanksgiving break on Friday we are flying out of an airport a long way from home. His school is on the way home, so it would make for less driving on Friday. The downside is a three hour drive tomorrow and we will probably leave at 4:00 AM or so. It's all for the kids...
Thanks Snap there will be some really strong people there all week.
Well if you're going there will certainly be some strong people there. Good luck.
Well . . . How did it go? I'm sorry I was not able to tune in to the livestream. Been a busy week.
How did it go X2; watched a bit when able, didn't catch you. Did see a few big lifters for sure.
Let us know, when you can!
I went from feeling like I won the Super Bowl, to a little down, to just okay.
My wife and I got up at 3:45 AM to make the three and a half hour drive to the airport. There is an airport 20 minutes from our house but making the drive to Spokane would make picking up our son better on Friday. We had two pretty good flights and arrived in Vegas at 2:30. After checking in at the hotel and I weighed in. There were no issues and I ate a huge burger after.
The meet was running behind the next day and I benched at around 10:30. I opened at 368. The set up was good and I came up strong. I got two white lights. I'm still not sure where the red light came from, but whatever. I then went for 402. 400 in a meet has been my enemy for two years. I have never been able to do it. It was my one goal going in. I had a great lift off, and the bar came down well. It seemed to sit on my chest for an hour, but it was probably a second or less. I felt I came up well and I was able to lock out. I looked up and saw three white lights!!! I then let out a pretty loud yell. Everyone must have known how important it was to me. Everyone was telling me what a good lift it was. I then went for 424. When I got the lift off, I felt really unsteady. In fact it felt like it might fall on my face. I felt like I was loosing control so I reracked the bar. They offered me another shot, but I called it good. I got what I came for. Looking back I probably should have done it anyway, but I doubt it would have been good.
I changed and felt like I was walking on air. I finally was able to nail 400 in a meet. I set a law / fire state record in the process and won my division.
From there my wife and I had lunch. I ate some pasta and attempted to rest. The meet was stilling running behind and I had deadlift at around 4:00.
My opener was 468. I really was not feeling it during warmups for some reason. There were some crazy strong guys there, though. I pulled the bar well and was able to lock out. Three white lights. I next went to 501. I felt my back stiffen but not enough to cause any worries. I walked up and attempted to pull. For some reason I was only able to clear the floor only. I stayed at 501. My goal for the meet was 524 but 501 would break my state record for push / pull. I sat in a chair and mind f#&@&ed myself. I walked up the bar and it did not move. I was totally dejected at that point.
Due to the fact no one else was in my dead or push / pull division I took two more gold metals. Normally I would not be too proud of that, but in a way I am. I worked hard to get there, but there is still work to be done. Somehow my deadlift went from a meet PR of 545 last year to 468 at this meet. I need to figure out what went wrong. I can only blame injuries and illness to a small degree. I'm thinking of pulling while doing everything from a deficit this winter. 424 will be my goal for the next meet, and hopefully 450 in year.
After the meet we went out and ate and drank. We stayed an extra day and enjoyed Las Vegas. As much as leaving real early on Tuesday sucked, we were right. It was nice to land in Spokane and then drive only an hour to pick up the boy for Thanksgiving break. We only had to drive four hours as compared to seven if we would have flown from home.
Poundstone curls:6445
DB Curls:4 sets x 10 reps x 50
Concentration Curls:4 sets x 10 reps x 35
Cable Curls:4 sets x 10 reps x 80
Rope PD:4 sets x 15 reps x 95
Cable Extensions:4 sets x 12 reps x 80
Kickbacks:4 sets x 12 reps x 40
I'm still a little beat up, and I only came in to see my buddies.
Congratulations on hitting 400+ at the meet. What did you weigh in at and what kind of bench shirt were you using?
Wow, that's awesome!! 400+ for the law/fire records has serious bragging rights behind it too.
I'll call that a big win, for the O-35 club! Good for you man.
Congrats on your meet results. Now you get to defend the law/fire record you set.
Congratulations on hitting your bench goal. I'm sure you'll figure out how to pull larger poundage soon.
great meet!good work getting past 400.dont stress about your pulls.enjoy your family and have a good thanks giving.
Thanks everyone. The highs and lows of our sport is what keeps me coming back for more. That and I hate running, I can't play tennis, and my golf game sucks. Happy Thanksgiving one and all.
Bench:135 x 10, 185 x 5, 225 x 3, 245 x 1, 275 x 3, 315 x 2, 335 x 2, 255 x 5
Crossover:4 sets x 10 reps x 50
Floor Press (Smith Machine):225 x 10, 245 x 10, 275 x 10, 295 x 10
Push Ups:4 sets x 10 reps
The place was packed for Thanksgiving morning. I backed the weight off my bench to reset for winter training. I have made 425 my goal for next season.
Due to a ton of people at the gym I had to change up what I had planned. Therefore I hit floor presses from the Smith Machine.
Hopefully the week off will heal me up. My back was really bad for a few days after the meet. It is feeling mostly better now.
Again, have a happy Thanksgiving and God bless.
Glad you're feeling better. Happy Thanksgiving!
Happy belated Thanksgiving. Yesterday's food fest surely fit right in for post meet feeding.
Feel free to post photo(s) of your trophy/medal stuff from the meet.
Thank you. I'll post some photos next week.
Squats:135 x 10, 225 x 5, 275 x 3, 315 x 1, 365 x 3, 405 x 3, 425 x 3, 315 x 10
Leg Extensions:4 sets x 10 reps x 170
Treadmill:30 minutes / 170 calories
This was my first squat day since September 5th. I was a little worried since it had been so long, and my back was not 100%. Of course I cut back on the weight. I also concentrated on form, by keeping my chest out and head up. My back feels none the worse for wear.


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Guilford Wedding Venue
379 Whitfield Street
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Guilford, Connecticut 06437
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Phone: 203/453-8995
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Why We Like This Place
- Views of the virgin salt marshes on the banks of the West River form the backdrop for your ceremony on the lawn, which is spacious enough for a tented reception as well.
- The flagstone patio and hardwood deck behind the charming white-and-grey clubhouse are ideal for early evening cocktails or taking group photographs.
- Elegant presentations, professionalism, and attention to detail are the hallmarks of Gourmet Galley Catering, the club's exclusive caterer. They have over 20 years of experience hosting private events and are noted for their stellar service.
- Max. Seated Indoors: 180
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50% of the venue rental fee and 25% of the estimated catering total is required to reserve your date, and the balance is due 10 days prior to the event. The wedding rental fee ranges $500–5,000 depending on the season and the day of the week. Meals start at $40/person. Tax, alcohol and a service charge are additional.
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Not The Kits .:Power of Three:. by liracalWatch
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YES IT IS FINALLY DONE! I had to restart because my computer crashed thank goodness I had saved some of the lineart. Yeah so in this picture we have Bramble, Squirrel, and Leaf and then the other three cats are just some random ones.
Warriors(c) Erin Hunter
Art(c) Me, *dana15416
Star picture from google.
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Star picture from google.
The cats in the background are like "weee aree judging you noow"
My least favourite part of the series. Right when I thought this ultimate thing would happen! A plot twist comes in. At least.... I can't say unless you read Bramblestar's Storm.
you want a kitten follow these steps 1. draw the kitten you want 2. watch a cat video 3. post this on 10 other things. in the morning you will find a box next to your bed
Let's just call the cats in the background Bumblestripe, Ashfoot and Heathertail, mkay?
Great art, btw!
Great art, btw!
Here is where the world falls apart.
MistystarMG THATS BAD AND IM DERPY
Leafpool:Fuck you Hollyleaf
Leafpool:Fuck you Hollyleaf
Everyone: *GAAAAAAAASSSPPPP!!*
Leafpool: Oh dear StarClan, i'm gonna be busted......
Squirrelflight: Oh, dear, uhhh....... foxdung......
Brambleclaw: Umm..... Squirrelflight??? EXPLAINATION PLEASE????
awsome job l love how you made leafpool!
Do you take requests?
Sorry not at the moment.
Hollyleaf: We are not the kits of Brambelclaw and Squirrelflight!
Every1: *gasp*
Leafpool: Oh god....
Brambleclaw: Whaaaa??????
Squirrelflight: Ho shit....
Every1: *gasp*
Leafpool: Oh god....
Brambleclaw: Whaaaa??????
Squirrelflight: Ho shit....
And squirrelflight was basically like, "Ho shit."
Cool, I love your designs for the cats. :3
This was one of the sadness parts from the books from my point of view.
*cry*Why Hollyleaf,WHYYYYYY???!???
This is amazing! <3
looks like one of them is Rosepetal... but I think she was only a kit back then... or a 'paw... but one looks like Bumblepaw/Bumblestripe
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alright, so i HAD to try this out, we had done it in my fiber arts class earlier this year, except with plain wool (for needle felthion) not yarn... the pictures arent all that great, but it came out a light pink, and i like it very much
what do you think??
also, a quick question... i have alreayd rinsed the yarn a couple times, but it still smells strongly of vinegar, is there anyway of getting it out? i also sprayed it with some green apple lysol and that seemed to work a bit
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Hepatitis A virus (HAV) causes liver infection. Symptoms usually develop quickly and last 1 - 2 weeks and include fever, malaise, fatigue, muscle ache, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. After a few days, jaundice may occur. Jaundice is a condition where the skin and the whites of eyes turn yellow. Body fluids such as urine may also darken. Symptoms of hepatitis A start within 50 days, usually 28-30 days, after being infected with the virus.
Symptoms may be very mild and can last for weeks or even months. Some people with hepatitis A get no symptoms at all. Hepatitis A infections in children under 6 years of age are often only recognized by laboratory tests.
Hepatitis A is a reportable disease and must be reported to the Health Department.
Hepatitis A virus is spread person to person through the fecal oral route. The virus is found in the feces of an infected person, with the highest level of virus in the feces in the 2 weeks prior to jaundice. This is the period of the greatest likelihood of spread. The virus is usually spread by eating or drinking food, water or beverages contaminated with the feces. Failure to wash hands properly after using the toilet or changing diapers will allow the virus to spread from person to person.
Occasionally outbreaks occur when sewage contaminates shellfish or other foods that are eaten raw.
There is no specific treatment for hepatitis A. Family members and close contacts can receive injections of immune globulin to boost their resistance to the infection. Vaccine against hepatitis A is also available for people who are concerned or at risk of infection with hepatitis A. Once you have become infected with hepatitis A, you are immune from further infection for life. There is no carrier state for hepatitis A.
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The Greek Lamb Gyros, Famous Around The World & Unbelievably Delicious!
A delicious, savory Greek gyro ("GHEE-ro") is hands-down pretty amazing with rotisserie-roasted marinated meat folded in a pita wrap topped with a refreshing yogurt sauce. It's one of the best Greek culinary inventions, and one of the world's oldest street foods that's been a staple for generations. Once you try this recipe, you will LOVE it!
We've also made this recipe easy for you. Using a foolproof oven-roasted lamb recipe here, you will enjoy this delectable dish with meaty slices of savory lamb so much that you'll want to make them more often.
Any non-lamb lovers out there? Not to worry, the lamb recipe shows you how to eliminate that "lamby" flavor some don't care for. Once done, wrap them in a fluffy pita wrap and top with tomatoes, red onions, lettuce and Greek yogurt sauce. You'll impress everyone because they're so good!
Unbelievably easy, tasty and SO WORTH IT!
A delicious oven-roasted leg of lamb recipe with a browned, savory exterior and juicy, tender inside!
Preparation time: 10 mins
Cook time: 5 mins
Tzatziki Sauce
- 2 Cups plain greek yogurt preferably 2%
- 1/2 Cup shredded cucumber squeezed dry, peeled and seeded if necessary
- 1/2 Tsp kosher salt
- 1 Tbs olive oil
- 1 clove garlic finely minced
- chopped fresh parsley optional
- 8 oz thinly sliced pre-cooked roast lamb (recipe here)
- 4 fluffy pitas
- olive oil
- 1/2 med red onion thinly sliced
- 1 medium tomato cut into thick slices
- 8 leaves lettuce
- Optional additional toppings: feta cheese, black olives, chopped herbs such as oregano, mint, or parsley
- For the tzatziki sauce: add all ingredients to a medium bowl. Stir to combine. Taste and adjust the seasonings if necessary. Set aside while you make the gyros. The sauce can be made the day before and is best if it sits for a few hours, though it can be eaten immediately.
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Given that the band is taking the old quantity over quality approach, it's not surprising that this isn't that good. They should have stopped after the Dance of the Moon and Sun.
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"They should have stopped after the Dance of the Moon and Sun."
they've released 6 albums better than dance of the moon and sun since its release and none before so yeah you might be wrong
Album Rating: 4.0will have to check this out, love this band
Album Rating: 2.5>Given that the band is taking the old quantity over quality approach
implying quantity and quality are mutually exclusive ;)
Good review. album really lacks the more cohesive structure their better releases have and many of the tracks here imo feel underdeveloped; it doesn't really transport me to another world like their music usually does.
Album Rating: 2.5also it is just me or the mix sounds a little different than their other works?
Album Rating: 2.3 | Sound Off.. idk. i was listening to daughters of darkness not long ago and didn't really notice a big difference in that aspect. you're probably right though.
" stacked atop one another they create a frustrating, blue-balling story arch."
Nice review
Album Rating: 3.5best johnnyonthespot review
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Album Rating: 3.5that should be a middle finger tbh
Album Rating: 3.5because /thuglifenofucksgiven
Album Rating: 2.3 | Sound Offftr, this is actually o k a y, so y'all should check anyway.
Wanna check this band. Idk if I'll start here, but I'll still listen later since it's their latest.
Album Rating: 2.3 | Sound Offit's decent in a sense that'll give you their gist in a fairly small timeframe, but if you're willing to commit the time check out centauri agent, the dance of the moon..., daughter of darkness, and night country. all much better
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Album Rating: 2.5the most succint NSB taste could be their Sundowner EP, excellent stuff and only 20 mins long
but really I wouldn't have fallen in love with them if this was the album I heard first. Check Dance of the moon and the sun (easy starting point) or some of their other releases like Snowbringer cult, Centauri agent, Waves at random sea, daughter of darkness.
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In a shocking incident that puts a big question mark on the working of the Ludhiana police, gangster Gaurav Sharma alias 'Goru Bachha' gunned down a three-wheeler driver to death in Dugri in broad day light on Thursday over a minor issue of parking his vehiclepunjab Updated: Apr 10, 2016 13:15 IST
In a shocking incident that puts a big question mark on the working of the Ludhiana police, gangster Gaurav Sharma alias 'Goru Bachha' gunned down a three-wheeler driver to death in Dugri in broad day light on Thursday over a minor issue of parking his vehicle.
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Inspector Davinder Chaudhary, station house officer (SHO) at Dugri police station said that the incident took place at around 5.30 pm outside Vicky's house in the Himmat Singh Nagar area. Vikrant had come home after dropping schoolchildren to their respective homes. He parked the three-wheeler outside the house.
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Public sector employees aren't the only ones reacting to social security reforms. Similar objections are voiced by those working in the private sector. And they both threaten to crank up their protests to the maximum once the pensions bill to be agreed with the country's creditors is presented to parliament.feedback
Despite the reaction of opposition parties and even some MPs in the government's majority, the new law has been endorsed by the Greek parliament. It comes around 48 hours before the first 500 migrants, mainly from Morocco, Pakistan and Afghanistan, will be returned to Turkey in accordance with the agreement between Ankara and the European Union.feedback
Over the past seven years, with the crisis ravaging the Greek economy, 250,000 stores and companies of various sizes have gone out of business and over one million jobs have been lost. If the Marinopoulos supermarket chain goes the same way it would add another 400 closed outlets and 13,000 more layoffs.feedback
In spite of the slim majority the SYRIZA led coalition government had a relatively quite night in parliament as it successfully managed to pass the 2016 budget through. There's no guarantee however, that this will be repeated in a few weeks time when further austerity legislation including a bill on the reform on social security with substantial pension slashes will be presented to the Greek national assembly.feedback
It has become something of a tradition to turn the commemoration of the 1973 student uprising into a protest against the policies of the government of the day. And it is apparent that the demonstrators are making no exception for the Syriza party of the radical left that has been ruling Greece for the past ten months.feedback
In the last nine months, Alexis Tsipras has managed to win two national elections and a referendum. The question now is whether he will be equally successful in pushing forward with the reforms he agreed with the country's lenders last July and drive the badly-damaged Greek economy back onto the road of growth.feedback
More than 20 opinion polls taking in the whole country over the last two weeks and covering all the parties have given a fairly clear estimate of the percentage of the votes they are going to get on Sunday. The parties, therefore, have focused on attracting as many as possible of the so-called undecided voters – the ones that apparently will determine the final outcome of this election.feedback
Analysts are very reluctant to makes forecasts. They can't be sure if the undecideds will be evenly distributed between the bigger and smaller parties, or will shift towards one of the two main contestants so that one of them might even win an absolute majority.feedback
In any case the vast majority of opinion polls are showing the two main contestants – SYRIZA and New Democracy – neck-and-neck, sometimes with less than one percentage point difference between them.feedback
After a heated debate that lasted until the early morning hours of Thursday Alexis Tsipras' coalition government apparently won the battle but not the war as the left wing hard liners of Greece's Syriza ruling party once again stood their ground opposing the agreement with the country's lenders.feedback
The cabinet reshuffle was unavoidable for prime minister Tsipras after key radical left-wing ministers refused to support the new deal with the country's creditors. The question now is whether this revamped Syriza-led coalition will be able to implement the austerity provisions in this agreement without further political losses.feedback
Following the refusal of the outgoing cabinet's left-wing hardliners to support the new deal with the country's lenders, the Greek prime minister wanted to send a message both at home and abroad that he is determined to carry out the reforms he agreed last Monday in Brussels.feedback
Despite 17 defections from members of the coalition government, Alexis Tsipras won the Greek parliament's approval to go ahead with the new reform plans with the country's creditors. But the mutinies have caused great concern among the Syriza leadership in light of the fresh austerity measures the national assembly will soon have to pass.feedback
It took almost seven hours to Alexis Tsipras in order to gain the support of most opposition leaders but the question now is whether he will be able to convince his European counterparts and lenders who are expecting him in Brussels on Sunday evening not with the friendliest intentions.feedback
This will be the eighth referendum in the history of modern Greece. As happened with most of the others, its immediate outcome may pale in significance compared to the bitter divisions it may raise in Greek society, which could last for years.feedback
Claiming that Greece is facing a humanitarian crisis, Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras and his radical left Syriza party are refusing to give in to creditors demands, saying additional austerity measures would do nothing more than deal another blow to the country's flailing economy.feedback
In spite of the harsh rhetoric against the country's international creditors which to a great extent sought to appease his party's hard liners, Prime Minister Tsipras appeared willing to continue the negotiations until a solution to Greece's fiscal problems is found soon.feedback
With the unrelenting demands of the country's foreign creditors on one hand and the intransigence of his own party's hard left on the other, Prime Minister Tsipras is faced with a very difficult political conundrum. The only solution may turn out to be a new general election, as early as the beginning of July.feedback
The result has pleased the Greek Cypriot side as it feels that, by voting out hardliner Dervis Eroglu, the Turkish Cypriots have demonstrated they want a leader who is eager to seek a political solution for the reunification of the island.feedback
Greek Cypriots are taking a great interest in this election. They hope that a victory by moderate Mustafa Akinsi will eventually accelerate the peace process which has stalled amid the presidency of incumbent leader Dervis Eroglu.feedback
Officially the Greek Cypriot side expresses no preference for any of the two contestants for the Turkish Cypriot leadership, but the feeling here in Nicosia is that a victory by moderate Mr. Akinsi may signal the time for some essential progress to be made on the Cyprus issue, after years of stagnation.feedback
For the Greek Cypriot side the Turkish Cypriot election is of great interest, as the victory of any of the hardline candidates may result in a major setback for the political process that may one day lead to the reunification of the island.feedback
This was just a ceremonial occasion for the new Greek parliament, but trouble is brewing for the new deputies as they might soon be called upon to take some of the most crucial decisions in the country's recent history.feedback
Most members of the new Greek cabinet have minimal or no experience at all in government positions, but in those difficult times for the country they will immediately be called to meet the challenges of their assigned posts.feedback
On the other hand, Syriza are focusing their efforts on widening this margin to enable them to win an outright majority.feedback
We are now in the final strait and it seems everything will be determined by those undecided voters, most of whom will choose who to vote for only once they get into the ballot booth. Regarding the main two parties fighting for the lead, in New Democracy's case they hope to be able at the last minute to convince several of the undecided voters and overturn the findings of opinion polls who've been putting Syriza first by some distance.feedback
It is the undecided voters who hold the key to the riddle of this crucial election as it is their vote that will determine more than anything else what government Greece will have on Monday morning.feedback
With only 26 days to the vote this is going to be one of the shortest election campaigns in modern Greece. The big ideological differences between the two main parties make it one of the most politically polarised in the recent history of the country.feedback
With the government's intense efforts to convince more non-coalition MPs to vote for its presidential candidate apparently failing, Greece seems to be heading to the national polls by the end of January or the beginning of February.feedback
The 160 votes the ruling coalition's candidate managed in the first round are still 20 fewer than needed to avoid a general election. The government is optimistic that before a third round, several independent and smaller opposition party MPs will change their minds.feedback
The government had no trouble winning this confidence vote. But the real challenge for the Greek Prime Minister is in February, when he will need a super-majority of 180 MP's in order to elect the next president of the Republic. With a combined conservative /socialist strength of 155 deputies in the 300 strong chamber, Samaras has to secure at least an extra 25 votes for his candidate, otherwise he will have to call an early election.feedback
Aug 29 2014
The trial of the Golden Dawn MP's and city councillors accused of criminal activities is anticipated to start either by the end of this year or the beginning of next. But until the court delivers its verdict, those who are already behind bars will be banned from participating in parliamentary or local government proceedings.feedback
May 19 2014
To achieve that however, it will have to overcome its internal differences as well as gain additional support from otherwise traditional voters of neighbouring political forces, both from the center-left and from the communists.feedback
Chancellor Merkel is here in a demonstration of support to Prime Minister Samaras and his New Democracy centre-right party ahead of the May European Election. But she is also here to remind the Greek coalition government it should continue its reforms without straying from its austerity programme.feedback
With the Greek economy steadily improving over the past 12 months, the government is attempting a symbolic return to the capital markets by issuing bonds. But this seems to mean very little to the country's workers who've been experiencing severe pay cuts, amid unemployment that is over 27 percent of the workforce.feedback
The revelation of this video comes at a time when the ultra right wing party's poll performance has taken a downward turn, following the arrests and incarceration of its leadership on criminal charges last September. But the real political consequences, if any, will appear in less than two months from now when Greeks vote in elections for both the European Parliament and local government.feedback
After four years of austerity Greece's international economic profile is improving fast, but this by no means marks the end of public protest, as workers and pensioners have suffered a dramatic drop both in their incomes and their standard of living.feedback
In spite of the government's pledge to give certain low income civil servants and pensioners some 500 million euros from the fiscal surplus it produced in 2013, the dramatic reductions in the salaries of all state employees over the past four years makes that half billion perk look like a drop in the ocean.feedback
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They're determined to demonstrate until the government relents.feedback
Although the temporary grounding of the aircraft of the Syrian delegation at Athens Airport was treated as a minor diplomatic incident, it does carry the symbolism over the sorts of possible mishaps that may occur during the arduous Geneva peace talks.feedback
In a prolonged period of severe economic crisis, the EU presidency gives the government in Athens a good chance to restore the country's international profile. How successful it could be, will be reflected in the result of the oncoming European elections in May. A result that might determine the future of the frail Greek governing coalition.feedback
Greece isn't a presidency novice. This is the fifth time it's held it since 1979. But this might prove by far the most difficult one. The coalition government has a very thin majority in the Greek parliament, and it is faced with many complicated political, economic and social tasks, both European and domestic.feedback
Deputy Prime Minister, from today, Greece is at the helm of the Council of the European Union. But this is effectively a four-month presidency, as the European parliamentary election is due in May. Can you deliver on such a demanding agenda in such a short period of time?feedback
In spite of the spirit of goodwill that was evident in the meetings between the Turkish and Greek foreign minister and the Greek political leadership, the outcome of their talks demonstrated once more that bridging the gap on the open issues between the two neighbouring countries is still subject to a long and arduous process of political negotiation.feedback
The 24 hour strike by employees from both public and private sectors shows how Greek workers continue to resist austerity. It comes even though the government aims to end the year with a small fiscal surplus that will eventually let the country borrow on international markets again. This protest appears to mark the start of a new round of antagonism between government and trade unions.feedback
The Greek police are seriously investigating potential links between terrorism and organised crime. The professional cold-blooded way in which the murder of the Golden Dawn members was carried out is pointing the authorities in this direction.feedback
The cold blooded killing of the Golden Dawn members has come only a few weeks after the murder of the left wing activist by a member of the ultra right wing party is causing serious concerns to the Greek authorities who fear that this might be the beginning of a vendetta between the extreme right and the extreme left with unforeseeable consequences.feedback
After the 35-year-old activist's death last week, Golden Dawn is now under investigation by the Greek judicial authorities who are trying to establish whether its activities are similar to those of a criminal organisation. If that's proven, some of its leading members may face up to 10 year prison terms.feedback
If the prices are not reduced, the government has said it will revise its policy and put VAT back up to 23 percent at the end of this year.feedback
In spite of the Greek government's hopes for a gesture of support from the German finance minister, Mr Schäuble came to Athens bearing no gifts other than a promise that Europe will keep helping Greece post-2014 when the economic aid financed by the Troika ends.feedback
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This was the second in a row fruitless meeting between the coalition leaders. Although it did not produce a clear result, it clearly demonstrated that the major problem among the government partners is not just the future of the public broadcaster, but the future of the coalition itself.feedback
The decision to close ERT down has caused the biggest rift so far to the less – than – a – year – old coalition government. If the three party leaders cannot strike a deal over the future of the public broadcaster on their Monday meeting, many political observers in Greece feel that the chances of an early general election will increase dramatically.feedback
The Alter Summit, according to its organizers, aims to bring the various European social movements closer together in their fight against the unpopular austerity policies being implemented by most EU governments. And with Greece going through yet another year of austerity, Athens was to them a most symbolic place to meet.feedback
Cypriot banks have been closed since March 16 and with every day that passes life gets harder for individuals and businesses. Even when the banks do reopen problems will remain as there will be serious limitations on all withdrawals.feedback
It's the second week in a row that the banks have remained closed, causing serious cash shortages for ordinary people and businesses. But even if they reopen on Thursday, as the government has announced, it's expected to be a very long time until the banking transaction system gets back on track.feedback
The harsh decisions taken by the Eurogroup over Cyprus have strongly disappointed the Cypriots as they now realise that the years to come are going to be very tough. What most of them say they want right now is to get back to their daily routines, but even that is going to take some time.feedback
For the first time since the island was divided back in 1974, the economic issues are overshadowing the political ones as Cypriots are facing an uncertain future and the prospect of long lasting economic turmoil.feedback
Does the new tax system apply to all Greek taxpayers fairly, or, once again, do wage-earners in the public and private sectors bear most of the burden?feedback


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A collection of 40 simple vector silhouettes featuring a series of houses, office buildings, factories, and an assortment of other types of buildings such as a church, barn and castle. Also included are 4 city skylines made up entirely of the buildings themselves.
Designed to be used as a set or separately, each building is a vector object, that can be used 'as is' or to be modified and rebuilt into your own lil city!
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Edit: The plane, banner, moon, and grunge texture used in the examples unfortunately aren't included in this pack and just show what is possible with this vector pack. The biplane can be found on The Noun Project: http://thenounproject.com/noun/airplane/#icon-No5126. The font (Frontage) used in the banner is by Juri Zaech who has a shop here in Creative Market! https://creativemarket.com/juri
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The hotel Hahnenhof is a small 4 star hotel in a peaceful location at the foot of the famous Hahnenkamm. The village centre, shopping facilities and the public indoor swimming pool are at a distance of 900m. The ski area with the mountan railway Hahnenkamm Gondola is only 500m away. The ski bus stop you will find in 1km from the hotel. The hotelservices include: Reception, lobby, day room, ''Stube'', Wireless-LAN, heated ski storage room, parking, breakfast room, restaurant, bar and garden. The rooms are equipped with Bath or shower/toilet, hairdryer, radio, telephone, sat or cable TV and safe. Fitness/Wellness: Fitness room, Finnish sauna, steam bath, quiet room; opening hours: from 4 p.m. till 9 p.m. (subject to changes) Solarium available at extra charge. Address: Hausstattfeld 18, 6370 Kitzbuehel, Tyrol, Austria.


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We have been the proud owners of "Gordon"since October, 2009. Gordon is an adult male that was certainly bound for death at the Los Angeles Shelter he was rescued from. Thanks to the volunteers of Bill Foundation, we were able to adopt a very balanced, well-trained dog, and he has been a wonderful addition to our family. Thank you Bill Foundation, for going out to shelters and picking up "unwantables a.k.a. adult dogs" as so many people just want puppies. Gordon is an amazingly sweet and fun dog, it would be tragic to see other dogs like him put to sleep in shelters.
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Rob became Executive Director of the Christian Association in August of 2010. He is responsible for providing the leadership, vision and direction for the organization. He is also responsible for fundraising, organizational development and operations to support the growth and development of the organization.+ read more
Reverend Megan LeCluyse serves as the Campus Minister of the Christian Association. She came to the CA in August 2012. She is in charge of much of the campus ministry programs at the CA including the weekly community dinner and worship service. She also does pastoral care, and various other things!+ read more
Bill has volunteered with the CA for many years. He is the CA's Coordinator of International Programs, a title that makes sense, given Bill's passion for all things foreign and his heavy involvement in providing opportunities for all nationalities, both here in America and overseas. This passion goes back to his decision in 1957, as a teenager, to begin studying Russian on his own. He majored in Russian and has a Ph.D. in economics from Rice University. He currently is working on "A Tadjik - Uzbek - English - Russian Dictionary and Phrase Book" (together with Firuza Muradova).+ read more


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What's the Best Compliment You Ever Received From a Stranger?
What's the Best Compliment You Ever Received From a Stranger?
I have a friend — let's call her Mary — who was once walking down the street in New York, thinking that she looked pretty cute. Soon, her reverie was interrupted by a boisterous stranger, who shouted as she walked by, "Now that's the razzmatazz I'm talking about!"
Though it was an unusual compliment, it still made her day, and she walked a bit sassier because of it. In rare cases, a compliment from a stranger can be creepy, but when done right, a passing positive comment can make your day and make you smile. For that reason, I love to pay compliments to people when I feel so moved, though there is definitely a right and a wrong way to do it. So what's the best compliment you've ever received from a stranger?


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AAA predicts more air and automobile travelers this holiday season than last year. About 3.2 million more Americans will take a trip farther than fifty miles from December 23 to January 3.
AAA Regional Communications Director Bevi Powell says that may be due to travelers' increased optimism about their financial situations.
Powell says despite gas prices being up about 50 cents from last year's levels, more people are driving.
"This is the time last year that we saw our record lows. We were up around four dollars in the middle of summer in 2008, and those gas prices plummeted very quickly, and we hit prices that were lower than we had seen in years. So fifty cents higher this year, but still more palatable than $4-per-gallon prices," says Powell.
She says almost 3% more people will fly this season, which is good news for an airline industry that has been hit hard by economic recession.
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Porter Robinson Discusses Festival Fatalities, Remix Album & More
Porter Robinson sat down with Billboard to discuss the Worlds Remixed companion album he announced yesterday. The producer also touched on the possibility of pop collaborations, and addressed the issue of drug-related deaths at EDM festivals.
Robinson discussed his recently announced Worlds Remixed album, and reveals his favorite remix out of the collection.
"There are a lot of special moments on this remix album. I think my favorite remains the Mat Zo one. It's someone I've collaborated with in the past. To get him on remix duty -- to me, that's heavy-duty."
He explains his excitement regarding the release, giving people the opportunity to revisit the Worlds album that made a stir in the EDM scene last year.
"I think it's great to put the album in front of people again and remind people about some of these songs and to get to showcase a bunch of artists who I'm enthusiastic about. That's the best, and also I just like associating myself with things I think are good and to be able to take a list of my favorite musicians and say, "Hey, do something that is slightly collaborative," that is so great."
Fans shouldn't be expecting Robinson to release a collaboration with an A-list pop star anytime soon as some of his contemporaries have done, as the young producer stated that it's not a top priority in terms of his career goals.
"As far as your triple-A pop stars go, I like Taylor Swift and I like Rihanna, and I can say in an interview, "Yeah, sure, I would do that anonymously" -- but that's not going to happen. I've got a hundred thousand things on my mind that are taking precedence over trying to make pop collaborations. It might be interesting to people to say that I would do something with Taylor Swift, but the reality is, it's so not on my list of things to do."
Lastly, Robinson discussed festival fatalities, saying that he believes EDM has developed a stigma and that we need to analyze statistics from all festivals before we pin EDM with this disrepute.
"I just want the truth about it, because if the reality is that electronic music festivals are significantly more dangerous than other festivals, then something should be done about it, and that warrants conversation. But it definitely bothers me these kinds of decisions are being made on reputation alone."
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I don't remember watching much Sesame Street when I was younger, but I do remember having a recorded episode that I watched multiple times. Big Bird in China features Big Bird on a quest and walking on The Great Wall. For a long time, I think the only thing I knew about China (or Asia, for that matter) is that The Great Wall is there. So, about 25 years later, I decided that I would follow in Big Bird's footsteps.
Ok, maybe not his exact footsteps. I do not recollect Big Bird panting from exertion or sliding on ice along the Great Wall. It had snowed two days before we hiked on the wall, which turned out to be just enough time for a few people to pack down the snow, and for it to become a solid sheet of ice.
We hired a tour company to help us with exploring the wall. They covered park entrance fees, the driver, and provided a guide. Our hike took us from Jiankou to Mutianyu. Jiankou is an older, unrestored section of the wall; it was originally built in 1368. The snow was so bad that our driver dropped us off on the road, and we had to walk on the icy road before we even made it to the icy trail. We had chosen this more strenuous outing on the wall, and I was a little nervous when I started seeing signs stating "This section of the Great Wall is closed to the public." We walked right past those signs and start hiking up the mountain. I worked up the courage to ask our guide about it. "Oh yeah, well, you know, people still go." Good enough for me.
We had to hike up through the woods before we even made it to the wall. We started out very bundled up, but started tearing off layers as the hike grew steeper and more intense. Halfway up the mountain, our guide was able to point out the watchtower that we were headed to. The view was already incredible; I could see half a dozen watchtower perched on top of ridge lines, but the guide promised the views were even better at the top.
We reached the watchtower, and I was delighted that we had to climb two wooden ladders and some broken stone to reach the top of the tower. As I stepped onto the roof, the cold and the view took my breath away. I had a 360 degree view of the mountains that surrounded us, and I could see the Great Wall snaking off in different directions. The morning haze had burned off, and snow glinted in the sunlight. The views rivaled our hiking in Nepal; it was simply amazing. We quickly bundled up since we had stopped hiking and began taking pictures. I was actually grateful for the recent snowfall; I much preferred the snow than a dead winter scene.
The remainder of our hike was along the wall. As we were on the older section, there were many saplings and brush growing on the wall, and parts of the structure had started to crumble, leaving only a small area to walk. There were several areas with steps or steep slopes which were especially treacherous. I had worn hiking boots and fared pretty well. I found it easier to sit and scoot on the steep steps and tried to walk where the snow was still fresh. Unfortunately, Jared had worn old tennis shoes that had very little tread left on them. He slid constantly, and a few times I made him walk in front of me because I didn't want to be taken down if he fell. Even our guide struggled with the ice. At one point we were all clinging to the wall as we descended a long stretch of stairs.
People tie wishes to this tree at the entrance to the Mutianyu section of the wall. See the guy on the left? I bought postcards from him! Great Wall postcards from the Great Wall!
Finally, we made it to the Mutianyu section that was better traveled and restored. There were more people here and slightly clearer paths. The views were becoming a little more hazy as we descended, but I still loved how the wall stretched into the distance. I would try to count the watchtowers in the distance, but the wall always disappeared into the haze before I saw an end.
Although the hike was at times cold and dangerous, I think that added to the adventure of it. Our main goal for our China trip was to see the Great Wall, and I was very happy with our experience. I liked that we chose the longer hike and were able to see more of the wall than just the main tourist area. It was…great!


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Resources + Insights + Inspirationfor end of life planning and soulful personal development
Five-minute Love Letter
There are many ways Catherine's life has changed by working through WILLOW's curriculum for writing Love Letters and a Heart Will. The exploration brought her and some friends together to delve into the scope of their personal feelings about the fact that someday and they don't know when, they are each going to die and whether they are intentional about it or not, they each will leave a legacy. They soon discovered or confirmed who and what matter most in their lives.read more
Love and Sorrow + Free Reality of our Mortality Learning Circles
Sarah attended our first of six Reality of our Mortality Learning Circles at the end of last month and gave me permission to share how exploring love and sorrow in this safe, open-hearted community was exactly what she needed.read more
How honouring another helps us heal ourselves
When we know those we love well, we can honour their essence in life and in death. It's my belief, that this honouring of another at the time of their death plays a key role in our own healing journey.read more
What is a Good Death?When you think about that inevitable day when your life as you know it will come to an end, you probably hope you'll have a good death, right? But what does that mean? In our workshops we often bring our awareness to the reality of our shared mortality by asking... read more
The impact of rememberingSitting in the middle of my fridge, amidst summer-activity registration forms, a list of school supplies and a smattering of photos, is a new copy of an old photo. The photo is of my Dad's dad's family: my great grandparents and their eleven children, the Pante clan... read more
Healing, dying and the medicine of human relationshipsCan we heal the dying? How to heal the dying was a question that weaved through many sessions at the recent BC Hospice and Palliative Care Association (BCHPCA) Conference that Michelle and I attended. The conference shined a light on the incredible work that so many... read more
To serve or be served?While I've been known as someone who generously serves others, I've been stingy lately, resisting taking time away from my parenting and daughtering duties or the time I could be building my business. Recently I had my first solo "Sit with Don" visit at his place.... read more
Questioning ourselves to deathWhen you die, how will your absence affect the people, places and things in your world? That is one of a half-dozen questions that WILLOW uses as a warm-up exercise before people dive into writing their Heart Will. For those of you who've perused the WILLOW... read more
Are funerals dead?When was the last time you heard or used the word funeral? Not, celebration of life, not memorial service but funeral? Ahhh, not so much these days in our increasingly secular world. And when was the last time you said, "So and so is dead" or even more rare, "So and... read more
How to live until you dieDid you know that passing on messages to guide future generations is at least as old as the Old Testament? Jacob, one of the Torah's patriarchs orally passed on values to his sons, reflected on some of their actions and/or traits, and made some predictions about their... read more
Green Burial: the greenest way to "go"When I was on the path to becoming a licensed funeral director, I was on fire with a sense of possibility. I imagined that I would be a hip, eco-friendly funeral-service provider appealing to people like me — someone who appreciates beauty, walks lightly on the earth... read more
In the end, it's all about relationshipsDon is an author, retired minister and humanities professor and founder and member of various social-justice organizations. Of all his lifetime accomplishments, however, it's his ability to cultivate meaningful relationships that's serving him most in his final days.... read more
Cultivating Courage
Cultivating courage arose when my family and I visited Ottawa last summer and almost melted during the heatwave. My pre-teen daughter and I noticed how lush and green the lawns were at Parliament Hill. Back home in Vancouver, brown lawns were the norm due to drought and major watering restrictions.read more
Imagine your death and enrich your life. Promise.
You know that you exist, and that some day you will die. This knowledge of your mortality can either be a terrible burden or a great opportunity to transform your life. The good news is that you get to choose! Consciously contemplating your death and mortality facilitates personal development and compassion and helps you become more self aware and in control over the choices you make in your life.read more
Engage your core in these troubled timesHave you ever asked yourself why the 2016 US election campaign and other divisive xenophobic movements around the world are causing you such obsessive and personal angst? Well, besides the racism, increase of violence and hate crimes and the potential for global... read more
Your mortality is an opportunity in disguise
Earlier this year, we both spent time actively being with the fact that we are going to die and we don't know when; could be tomorrow, could be next week or 37 years from now. It changed our lives. We each wrote a Heart Will to be read at our end-of-life rituals, and Love Letters to our respective school-aged daughters to have when we die. The impact on us continues to be profound.read more


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Assassin's Creed Blu-ray review
An in-depth review of the Assassin's Creed Blu-ray – a film with "fine actors" and "spectacular stunt work" which is still "staggeringly dull."
Alien: Covenant review
Does the return of the Xenomorph live up to Ridley Scott's original Alien movie, or rest with Prometheus? Read our Alien: Covenant review now to find out.
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 review
Loveable misfits the Guardians of the Galaxy return for Vol. 2, but can their latest comedy-space-adventure live up to the hilariously fun first outing?
Suicide Squad review
Matt Wheeldon reviews David Ayer's, flawed but fun, Suicide Squad in full.
Ghostbusters (2016) Review
Matt Wheeldon reviews the Ghostbusters remake; a fun film, with a great cast, which unfortunately fails to live up to original. Read our full review for more.
X-Men: Apocalypse Review
X-Men: Apocalypse is "a dreary drudge of an unexciting experience." Read our full review for more.
Captain America: Civil War Review
It's the ultimate battle between heroes as Marvel Studios' Avengers explodes with Captain America: Civil War! Terry Lewis finds however that the real fight is between spectacle and plot.
Batman V Superman: Dawn of Justice Review
Flawed but fun, it's our review of Batman V Superman: Dawn of Justice; Zack Snyder's new superhero movie, on the road to The Justice League.
10 Cloverfield Lane Review
Terry Lewis finds the stealthily created Cloverfield spiritual successor is alot smarter than people would expect, in his review of bunker psychological thriller 10 Cloverfield Lane
5th Wave, The Review
Chloë Moretz takes on aliens in The 5th Wave; "a young adult movie in every sense of the word." Read our full review now.
Star Wars: The Force Awakens Review
Star Wars is back but Terry Lewis ponders how the franchise has 'barely progressed further in nearly 40 years'
Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 2, The Review
Does The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 2 live up to the hype and provide a fitting end to the franchise? Read our review to find out.
Marshall At The Movies: The Martian
Marshall Julius reviews Ridley Scott's The Martian.
Martian, The Review
"A flawed masterpiece." Read our full review to find out why The Martian is Ridley Scott's best film in years.
Infini Review
Full review of Shane Abbess' indie sci-fi Infini.
Maze Runner: The Scorch Trials Review
Towering above most others in the genre, Maze Runner: The Scorch Trials is one of the most entertaining films of the year. Read our full review now.
Humans Series 1 Review
Liam Hoofe reviews Series One of new trans-Atlantic TV show Humans.
Marshall At The Movies: Fantastic Four (2015)
Marshall Julius gives his frank and honest opinion of the new Fantastic Four movie, in the latest edition of Marshall At The Movies.
Fantastic Four (2015) Review
It has come to this then – Josh Trank reboots the Fantastic Four with a grim dark 'body horror' take on their origin story. Terry Lewis is less than impressed with what he finds.
Pixels Review
Adam Sandler makes a case for his entry of the Worst Film Ever of recent times with video gaming alien invasion travesty Pixels. Terry Lewis prays for a power cut.
Split Second Blu-ray Review
Rutger Hauer takes on a supernatural monster in Split Second, but how does the low-budget cult movie hold-up on Blu-ray? Read our review to find out.
X-Men: Days of Future Past – The Rogue Cut Blu-ray Review
It's the ultimate time-travelling showdown as old meets new in Fox's mutant X-Men franchise in Days Of Future Past!… again, but this time with added Rogue! Terry Lewis finds out if the Blu-ray recut is worth your money.
Ant-Man Review #2
It's winning over critics and audiences alike but does Ant-Man force Terry Lewis to become the Rant-Man?
SDCC: The Walking Dead creator gasps with Norman Reedus for Air
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SDCC: The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 2 Bizarre Dance Teaser
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Lego Movie creators helm Star Wars Han Solo solo prequel
Early details are emerging about the team behind The Lego Movie taking the reins of Star Wars' Han Solo's first solo big screen adventure!
Terminator Genisys Review
Arnold Schwarzenegger returns in the fifth Terminator movie; Terminator Genisys. Read our review of the skippable sequel now.
Marshall At The Movies: Terminator Genisys
Marshall Julius reviews the "overly convoluted" Terminator Genisys in the latest Marshall At The Movies.
Marshall At The Movies: Jurassic World
An adventure 65,000, 022 years in the making, Marshall Julius launches Marshall at the Movies with a review of Colin Trevorrow's Jurassic World (2015).
Ex_Machina Blu-ray Review
In his directorial debut, science-fiction writer Alex Garland crafts a superb, stylish and slick test in A.I. conciousness. Read how Ex Machina is 'an essential film for 2015' with our Blu-ray review.
Tomorrowland Review
Unfortunately a $150 million budget, and some solid performances can't save Disney's Tomorrowland from a sub-standard script. Read our full review now.
Avengers: Age Of Ultron Review
Joss Whedon aims to top his previous comic book effort with Avengers: Age Of Ultron but doesn't come close in a disappointing follow-up
Jupiter Ascending Review
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Ex Machina Review
Alex Garland's sci-fi Ex_Machina deals with advancing technology, and asks how can you tell when a machine shows true consciousness? Read our review for more.


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Description of the HouseFully furnished four bed student property off of Filton Avenue.
No agency fees: we do not charge any fees for viewings, signing of paperwork or any other hidden fees.
LocationThe house is located on a side street halfway along Filton Avenue, which is a very popular area for students. It is only a short distance walk from UWE and Filton Technical College. It is also convenient for City of Bristol College and is close to local pubs and shops.
This house features:Four bedrooms with double beds
Large fully equipped kitchen
Bathroom with shower over bath, washhand basin and loo
Double bed, desk, desk chair, wardrobe and chest of drawers in all bedrooms
Gas central heating boiler
Washing machine, fridge and freezer
Tumble drier
Recently redecorated
30 Mb broadband internet included
Large garden
Local amenities:Local shops and pubs on Filton Avenue and Gloucester Road North
Sainsbury's at Patchway 5 minutes drive or busride
Tesco at Golden Hill or Eastville 10 minutes away by bus or car
Bristol University or City Centre 20 minutes away by bus or car
Bristol Parkway railway station is less than 10 minutes away by car or bus
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