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Home improvement projects are economical ways to make new homes affordable in the current economy. It's a buyer's market and it can be hard to sell your home nowadays. Instead of trying to sell your home, you can always just update the one you're already in. This article will provide you can make your current home seem new.
You might have to repaint a porch. You should always buy paint that is of good quality exterior paint.
When it's time to redo a roof, opt for white or other light colored tiles or material. This can save you quite a big difference in your power bill.
Make your home more energy efficient by placing weather striping in your windows and windows. This is a cheap fix but can save you lots of money on heating and cooling costs for your home more energy efficient. You will quickly notice the difference on chilly days.
You can add storage by making use of old shoe boxes. Use old wallpaper on the boxes and create an appealing design. You can add storage and decor by doing so.
Stained wood baseboards offer an excellent alternative to traditionally painted ones. The classic look of finished wood will add value to your home. There is a wide selection of colors to choose from so you can match any decor.
New flooring can instantly update the look and feel of any room in your house.
Check out any home improvement company that you are considering. Try to work with a company that has a good reputation.
A wood fireplace is not be such a great idea. Apart from reasons related to aesthetics, this type of system is also quite inefficient because most of the heat ends up going through the chimney.
Chandeliers are a place in even modest homes today. You can buy a very nice chandelier for less than $500 to compliment any room. If you want a chandelier that will stand out, load it up with 200 to 400 watts of light bulbs.
To maintain hot water while traveling through pipes during the winter, don't forget to insulate your pipes to keep the lines from freezing.You can purchase various types of insulation to install around your plumbing lines. The tape plugs into your home's electrical supply and keep the pipes from freezing point.
The details can always be worked on after you are already living there.
Replacing your old windows for energy efficient windows will give your house a great new look, and bugs out during summertime. This project is very cost effective if you go for it.
A good way to put a room is to buy new look to any room is to purchase and install new outlet covers. As time passes by, your outlet covers will grow old and begin to look discolored. Replacing your outlet covers can make a positive contribution to your home's appearance.
With the help of the advice here, you can make your home into anything that you want it to be. Home improvement doesn't have to be intimidating and expensive. Try it for yourself!


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We made a rainbow toast this week. It is a really fun and easy to do. Best part of it? We got to eat our creation after.
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1. Mix the food colouring to the milk until you get the desired shade.
2. Then paint away!
3. After the painting is done, toast the bread and sink your teeth into colourful rainbow toast.
4. You can also paint on paper for a different sensory experience, like we did.
Becky had such a blast painting the bread. And when she was done, she eagerly waited for them to be toasted. She was one hungry girl that day. She ate two slices of bread, out of the three she painted, which looked more like single-coloured toasts rather than rainbow toasts.
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New Zealand: 9 Day North Island Road Trip
Editor's note:
While we typically try to focus on family-friendly trips here on Terra Trekkers, this was a vacation we took that was deliciously free from children. My husband and I left our toddler son home with his grandparents while we soaked up the sun in Fiji and New Zealand in November 2013. I was seven months pregnant with our daughter Emma so it wasn't exactly a wild vacation in the land that claims to have invented extreme sports, but it was lovely nonetheless. This trip could easily be configured for families with children that are 10+ years. The cave experience of Waitomo and Rotorua would be particularly interesting for kids. Auckland also has a lot to offer families.
This nine-day road trip through NZ's North Island encompassed cosmopolitan Auckland, gorgeous scenery of the Waipoua Forest and Tongariro, and the fiery geothermal pits of Rotorua. This trip is heavy on hiking (or tramping, as the Kiwis say), boating, and enjoying NZ's natural beauty. For those keen on spending more time in Auckland, omitting Whanganua/Tongariro and instead heading straight to Waitomo (and then back to Auckland) would allow more time for exploring the city.
Trip Details:
-We flew both in and out of Auckland, New Zealand's largest city.
-We rented a car. Kiwis drive on the right hand side. If you're American, do yourself a favor and be sure to rent an automatic, not a manual.
-Total miles: 1,000
-We stayed in hotels. Some were rented in advance; we also had good luck renting them on the day-of. Check sites like booking.com for good deals.
-Food, particularly in restaurants, was expensive. We stayed at hotels with free breakfasts, packed picnics for lunches, and generally went out (or got take-away) for dinner.
9 Day North Island New Zealand Itinerary
Click on the links for photos and additional trip details (hotels, activities, restaurants).
Day 1: Flew in from Fiji. Rented car, drove into the center of Auckland. Walked around. Spent 1st night in downtown Auckland. [Auckland Post]
Day 2: Drove north along the west coast, visiting and hiking in the Waipoua Forest. Arrived in Russell (Bay of Islands). Spent night. [Waipoua Forest Post]
Day 3: Went on a dolphin cruise. Swam with wild dolphins!! Spent night in Russell. [Russell and the Bay of Islands]
Day 4: Drove down east coast, through Auckland and went hiking in the KarangahakeGorge. It was amazing. Kept driving and arrived in Rotorua. Spent night. [Karangahake Gorge Post]
Day 5: Visited the Rainbow Springs Wildlife Park and Agrodome. Spent night in Rotorua. [Rotorua Post]
Day 6: Hiked through Wai O Tapu Geothermal Wonderland. Drove through Taupo and went on a short hike through Tongariro National Park. Spent the night in Whanganui National Park. [Tongariro and Whanganui National Parks]
Day 7: Drove through Whanganui National Park. Wished we'd done a jet boat/canoe tour to the Bridge to Nowhere. Continued along the south and west coasts to the Waitomo Caves area. Spent the night at the Waitomo Lodge Motel. [Glow Worm Caves Post]
Day 8: Did the spellbound glow worm caves tour in Waitomo before finishing up for the day in Auckland.
Day 9: Visited the Maritime Museum and One Tree Hill Park in Auckland. Flew home.
Also, click here for an overview of our planning process.
Up Next:
Part 2: Auckland: the cosmopolitan heart of the North Island
All New Zealand Posts:
Part 1: New Zealand Travel Route: The North Island in 9 Days
Part 2: Auckland: the cosmopolitan heart of the North Island
Part 3: Waipoua Forest: giant trees and pretty views
Part 4: Bay of Islands: Swimming with Dolphins
Part 5: Karangahake Gorge: an abandoned gold mine in a stunningly beautiful valley
Part 6: Rotorua: The Yellowstone of New Zealand
Part 7: Tongariro and Whanganui National Parks
Part 8: Waitomo: Glow Worms Galore!
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July 30, 2019
Lucky and grateful and amazed: this is how i feel my second visit to Vaidyagrama, it has been a pleasure to see the people again and know and to meet new ones.
I love hearing the cows, the birds (there are many more than 2 years ago), and the music, the chanting, especially love how children are welcomed and cared for as everyone goes about their duties.
Vaidyagrama is truly a model for a better world. I look forward to returning and bringing others here.
So grateful to Dr. Harikrishnan, Dr. Mini, Dr. Princess Lucy, Dr. Vasudevan and Dr.Aruna;
For the complete care of Lakshmi, Athira and Sreeshma, For Shembagam who work tirelessly and the vast army of people who make all this possible.
From my heart to yours
Mary Bradford
July 30, 2019
Many were the days...Waiting for my mind to know the truth.
I had long thought that if i married to my body to my mind...
That would be a perfect love story
So, as an act of love to myself, I decided to go to Vaidyagrama.
Here, the doctors and staff at Vaidyagrama, by administering ancient, time tested Ayurveda, helped my mind know my body's truth.
Now, to show my appreciation of their utmost dedication, detailed attention, compassion, and commitment to help us heal, my mind takes a vow to my body to practice and study Ayurvedic diet and right living regimens so wonderfully practised on me (except the ghee) Just kidding.
It really worked as Dr. Harikrishnan promised!
And thank you Dr. Ramkumar, Dr.Ramadas, Dr.Ramanandan, Dr.Mini, Dr. Princess etc. for the regular daily satsangs to knowledge about Ayurveda and healing our soul/spirit.
Dr.Mini and Dr. Princess Lucy, Dr.Vasudevan- Great administrators of Dr.Harikrishnan's orders-All of you, I was lucky to have you as my doctors.
Your 'bedside manner' and approachability was 100%.
Thank you Athira, Lakshmi, Shreeshna.
My therapist Subash was so helpful and his smile is medicine.
Love you all..
Shembagam – my most pleasant and polite room cleaner, Aparna- for all your help.
Chief Dr.Harikrishnan you have helped me
1. Policy for synthetic fragrance free environment:
We respectfully request everyone refrain from the wearing fragrance in public spaces. Our chemically sensitive (allergic) patients are negatively impacted and appreciate your cooperation.
Scented soaps, shampoos, laundry products on clothes, lotions and cologne/perfume, deodorant.
The scents spread from your room, including incense, into the halls.
If this can't be avoided please inform your doctor, so he or she can notify affected patients to close their doors / windows that open to the hall.
2. Cats may jump onto your porch mattress. You may want to keep a cat sheet on mattress at all times. When you want to use mattress, cover it with a separate sheet or blanket after removing cat sheet.
3 .If your meal is delayed (more than 1 hour) due to treatment or other reasons you may ask staff to reheat food especially true on ghee therapy days
(My meals were barely warm sometimes)
4. On the days of massage treatment, if patient feels anxious, unsettled
(Purgation day for ex :) the therapist with shower, comforting 'touch' can be helpful. Please request.
5. For those allergic to mosquitoes or mosquito repellent you may use mandapam (screened room) with fans.
6. For patients with swayback, lower back problems, tight hamstrings or gluteus, provide vinyl cushion (easy to clean), under knees (and ankle if possible) during face up position on massage tables.
Thank you
Nina, Christina Raymond,
July 28, 2019
My visit to Vaidyagrama though it was experimental, I am truly satisfied with the process and care provided by the entire team of doctors, staff and senior people.
The visit has given me a better clarity in living wish visiting soon with my wife for a full cleansing program.
Thanks again to all the members of Vaidyagrama
July 28, 2019
For me it was not good.
May be my lack, may be attitude, and may be specific condition.
I am impressed with the best efforts to follow the traditional Ayurveda.
I am disappointed in the forcefulness of doctors.
After 21 days of eating the diet and taking the medicines, I am left with more troublesome symptoms.
I hope in time, I will feel the benefit of my time at Vaidyagrama.
Vahe Megerdoonian
July 27, 2019
This is my third visit to Vaidyagrama.
Are there any words to say that my trust in the people and doctors here?
I am very impressed from my 1st visit whenever I leave this place I already decided for my next visit.
This place has everything to get rejuvenated from hectic life of big city.
Thank you all.
The doctors, staffs and therapists.
Ranjan Shroff
July 26, 2019
We are extremely happy with the treatments, doctors, supporting staff, environment and everything in Vaidyagrama.
Our compliments to all of them who made this happen.
We go back healthier, happier and full of satisfaction.
Thanks to all in Vaidyagrama.
Dr.Subba Rao pavuluri and Anantha lakshmi.
July 24, 2019
If I speak in the tongues of men and of angels, but have not love, I am only a resounding gong or a clanging cymbal.
If I have the gift of prophecy and can fathom all mysteries and all knowledge and if I have faith that can move mountains, but have not love, I am nothing
If I give all I possess to the poor and surrender my body to the flames, but have not love, I gain nothing.
Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud.
It is not rude, it is not self - seeking, it is not easily angered, and it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, and always perseveres.
Love never fails, but where there are prophecies, they will cease; where there are tongues, they will be stilled; where there is knowledge, it will pass away.
For we know in part and we prophesy in part, but when perfection comes, the imperfect disappears.
When I was a child, I talked like a child, I thought like a child, I reasoned like a child. When I became a man, I put childish ways behind me.
Now we see but a poor reflection as in a mirror; then we shall see face to face.
Now I know in part; then I shall know fully, even as I am fully known
And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love. (I Corinthians 13)
Grateful from my heart for: Faith, Hope and Love that were bathed on me immensely. Grateful to the entire team that took care of me that I can proceed my life in better health with greater clarity and more open hearted. It is always honour to me to see how this community breathes together with nature and grows
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July 23, 2019
I can't quite believe our time at Vaidyagrama is over already.
I had so long anticipated coming here and it has been a wonderful experience.
I go home feeling relaxed and refreshed and nourished body and soul.
Thank you for the integrity and commitment of your Vision here.
You are all creating great light in the world.
Many thanks for all the care and comfort you provide.
I found the teaching of Ramkumar and the insights of Dr Ramadas very beneficial.
Thank you to all the staff an amazing team effort.
Virginia Reid
July 23, 2019
It's time to go now, after saving for so long to get here, it's exceeded all reports I heard about it.
The pujas and satsang were amazing.
Communal dinner was fun.
Treatments were so nourishing.
The doctors being so continuously attentive.
Definitely I will be revisiting.
It is a community that encourages trust and the amazing community developments are best of all.
Well done & continue the amazing spirit
Shelagh Bradley
July 22, 2019
First I want to say thank you for each and everyone in this place.
I really loved the way, how all the people were so nice and friendly.
It was an amazing experience for me all by myself 21 days.
But I didn't feel I am alone here.
Whoever they helped me the whole time, I really want to thank you.
I want to come and see this place not as a patient but a good recovered person from my bad health. I learned lot of nice things from this place.
My Dr Ramadas and Dr Sajna helped me so much for my treatments.
My wonderful kids Indhumathi and Dhanya was great.
I love you both as they are part of my family.
Other than that I want to say my heartily prayers whoever they are coming for the treatment to get well soon.
I will really miss this place so much.
God will bless this place all the time that is my wise.
Good bye
Santhi Natarajan
July 22, 2019
This institute is super, not only in India, but outside the world also.
But there should be some improvement needed like food.
Otherwise everything is ok.
Shashi Grover
July 22, 2019
So happy to see Vaidyagrama emerge as a true healing village.
May the energy from here heal the body, mind, and our being across the spectrum of our living and the known Universe.
Namaste gratitude to all here that make it happen.
July 22, 2019
I am so grateful to the many people who took such good care of me and of the surroundings.
A much needed time to be cared for, in all ways of leaving in a better, healthier, more balanced condition than when I arrived.
My third time here, and feel truly blessed to have this opportunity again.
Thanks especially to doctors Harikrishnan and Dr Aruna for their kindness and excellent care.
Ellen Rennard
21 July, 2019
I truly came here not expecting to get much.
It was an idea and plan made by my parents.
However I can say with all my heart that my seven days experience was one that has taken me by great surprise.
I loved the serene atmosphere that allowed my stress levels to decrease significantly and my thoughts to flow freely.
I was treated with first class service and could meet nicer people.
One doctor even went out of his way and offered me some life advice that changed so much.
I am truly in debt to this place and hope to come back very soon.
21 July, 2019
Me and my daughter Rufina stayed here from 14th July 2019. Very pleasant experience overall.
Our sincere thanks to Dr. Ramanandan, Dr. Harikumar, Dr Anupama, Dr Nishanth and Dr Vinod.
All the housekeeping and therapists are always timely.
Morning prayers and afternoon mandapam interactions are fantastic.
Thank you Vaidyagrama.
Dancy Kulandairaj
21 July, 2019
We first heard about Vaidyagrama back in 2015 through one of our friend R.G Subramaniam who stayed here.
Since then we wanted to be benefitted through Ayurvedic treatment and be a part of this Vaidyagrama ongoing basis. Finally time had come for our family and we are sincerely thankful for this wonderful experience.
Coming back to treatment, my wife Dancy and our first daughter Rufina stayed here for a week and they feel night and day difference with their back pain and allergic problem.
Kudos to everyone of Vaidyagrama team for being excellent human beings and providing awesome service of each and every activity in this village.
It is not just right to mention one or few names or titles. Our family have been to several countries with my work.
This team is unbelievable.
Whole heartedly best wishes for each and every one of you at Vaidyagrama to live healthy and peace.
Thank you and best regards
Valan Arasu Michael
July 21, 2019
Thank you very much, your Vaidyagrama is very good environmentally.
I like this place. Treatment and food are very good.
Divine healing and I felt it.
Founder Dr. Ramkumar and Dr. Ramadas are very kind and friendly explain all our doubts.
I had seen your employee, therapist, doctors all are well motivated and they take care all patients.
I wish you all your ideas future projects to be very great success.
We pray to god you will set good health and mind always.
K. Vinayakan & Meenakshi
20 July, 2019
I heard about Vaidyagrama from my mother who came here for treatment last year. Ever since I heard, it was a dream for me to come and I am so thankful that I got the opportunity this year.
After 21 days of being here, I can definitely say that I feel so much at home and already feel a part of the Vaidyagrama family.
The dedication that each and every one shows here really makes you feel comfortable and positive which automatically starts healing you.
I am truly appreciative of the last 21 days where I have found a few guiding principles, recommendation for healthy lifestyle, a positive environment, magic medicines and a whole lot of care that I am taking back with me to incorporate into my lifestyle.
Thank you to Dr. Ramanandan, Dr. Vinod, Dr. Anupama, Lavanya, Shiny and all other therapists, all the housekeeping staff and the management.
I hope to be back soon.
With love
Sriya Srikrishnan
20 July, 2019
I came to Vaidyagrama upon my mother's request.
It was more about supporting her rather than expecting anything, as Ayurveda was completely new to me.
However, I was pleasantly surprised by how enriching my experience was.
A holistic healing of the mind, body and spirit. I feel rejuvenated after my stay.
I must thank especially Dr. Ramanandan, Dr. Harikumar, Dr. Nishanth, Dr. Vinod and Dr. Suvedha for their patience, care and dedication, and to my warm and ever helpful therapists.
I have really enjoyed all the satsangs, especially the inspiring guidance of
Dr. Ramkumar, which I know will be very helpful to my day to day life.
I can't wait for another ghee treatment to lose another 6kg.
I look forward to coming back and wish continual growth and success for Vaidyagrama.
Athira thank you so much for the idly maker.
A special thanks to Athira and Aparna for their kind help and support.
With lots of love from Mom and Deepa.
Deepa Alleck
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19 July 2019
The perfume of sandalwood, rosebay of Jasmine..
Cannot travel against the wind.
The fragrance of virtue Travels even against the wind,
As far as the end of the world,
Like garlands woven from a heap of flowers,
Fashion from your life as many good deeds.
From the "Dharmapada"
The virtue of everyone at Vaidyagrama will travel to the end of the world.
Thank you for everything and it's been blessings to be here, under the care of the doctors and all who are involved in the work.
Sanghee Chon
July 19, 2019
My husband was hesitant to start Panchakarma so far away from home and I accompanied him for his treatment.
I was told that I could be a Bystander or get some rejuvenation treatment for myself.
Arriving at Vaidyagrama late evening on 15th July 2019, I was immediately enchanted by the energy of this special healing community of doctors, attendants, therapists and follow patients. I felt reassured that my husband will be taken care of a well here. I too signed up for basic treatment.
I am leaving after 5 days of a wonderful stay here.
I wish to thank Dr.Harikrishnan and his team for everything that Vaidyagrama offers to humanity
July 18, 2019
Thank you all for an amazing experience.
I was not sure about how my mother (80 years) would take to her food exposure to Ayurveda and am happy to say that she not only enjoyed it but also she wish come back.
It is been a holistic enriching experience the doctors are wonderful.
Dr. Ramadas is very personable we both enjoyed and chatting with him.
The therapist Kalpana and Geethu are very caring.
The cleaners were amazing especially shakuntala
Loved all the trees and plants growing around creating a very peaceful environment.
Thank you once again especially for all the care and love showed on my mother.
A little more attention to the food and therapy rooms will make it even better.
Best wishes
Ritica & Usha
New Delhi.
July 16, 2019
A way of wellness and healing that's been around for 4000 to 6000 years is in itself fabulous.
Vaidyagrama and the doctors here take it to next level with their attention, empathy and caring. It's great to hear so many stories from other patients and meet like-minded people.
The therapists Shiny, Anita, Lavanya are calm and lovely and seem not only to love their jobs but also the food.
Thank you Dr. Ramanandan and Dr. Vinod.
I hope to be back healthier and happier.
Ritti Jarg
July 13, 2019
I consider myself blessed to stay at Vaidyagrama for My psoriasis treatment.
I am thankful to everyone here whom I met in person and whom I couldn't.
I don't consider this as a Hospital it's a healing ashram.
I'm blessed to meet Dr Ramadas.
Words are not enough to describe his nature. Wonder how a person of his stature and calibre be always grounded, ready to listen, compassionate and caring.
His medical knowledge is known worldwide. However, his personality of being simple, kind are to be experienced only when we could spend time with him in person. He is terrific overall.
Dr Sajna is equally very nice and caring. I would like to also mention about the therapists who were very passionate in the job they do.
Thanks for everyone. People who served food, housekeeping staff and everyone.
I wish to see you all again.
Thank you
BS Arun Kumar
Vijaya Shekhar
July 12, 2019
I have stayed here in Vaidyagrama for 21 days.
Although I didn't realize it during the first few days of my treatment, I can vouch for the fact that Vaidyagrama works.
The environment was very peaceful and beautiful. The staffs were extremely friendly and helpful. The rooms were clean and well maintained.
Our stay here was very comfortable and we are very grateful for this experience.
The people who run and maintain this place has to be commented on their practice.
I was lucky to be treated by the doctors, Dr. Ramanandan, Dr. Anupama, Dr. Vinod and Dr. Nishanth. They are extremely knowledgeable and friendly. They made my treatment bearable.
The environment felt safe and homely.
Sethuram Senthilkumar.
July 11, 2019
The wisdom, integrity, calm, loving, attention and generosity of spirit in Vaidyagrama in each person who works here to create a community, family, home and incredible healing Centre are deeply felt and appreciated.
I am in awe and greatly moved and inspired by what you have created with Vaidyagrama. I am blessed and privileged to have experienced this over the last 4 weeks and hope to return throughout my life.
Much love, joy and satvic energy to all of you
Carlie Angel
South Australia
July 11, 2019
Thank you to all the doctors, treatment team, office kitchen cleaning and laundry staff for taking such good care of us over the past three weeks.
Special thanks to Dr. Ramadas for being such an enthusiastic MC (Master of Ceremony) of the Wednesday night group dinner/karaoke evening.
We had heard good things about Vaidyagrama that did not really know what to expect the improved, diet and treatments were all surprisingly challenging and it took us a few weeks to really appreciate what is taking place.
Now that we have finally settled in to a slower routine, it is time to leave.
Some suggestions,
It would be good to know the ingredients in our food.
I would have appreciated words and translations to most prayers in order to participate more.
Please provide cards, carom, and scrabble.
Nadine currimjee
July 11, 2019
I want to thank the doctors, treatment team, office kitchen staff and cleaning staff for taking such good care of us. Really enjoyed my time here.
Wednesday night were the most fun.
Very happy with the result of my treatments. I am going to take much better care of my body and mind look forward to returning in the near future.
Michael quane
July 08, 2019
I came to know about Vaidyagrama from Dr. P.S Rekhi, eye specialist based at Madras. He told me about the whole body healing.
I am so happy that I have got what I was told.
My spirituality also improved.
All doctors are well knowledgeable.
I got the opportunity to meet Dr. Ramkumar, a genius.
Dr. Ramanandan has explained everything about the treatments.
Staff are also co-operative.
I am so lucky that I got the opportunity to live here for 12 days.
Thank you all
Lalit kumar Rakhecha
July 07, 2019
A home away from home. Growing like banyan tree giving support to humanities.
Thanks to all, the staff from managing committee to the serving community.
Everybody is great.
Mukundan Pullat,
July 07, 2019
We would like to say many more thanks to all the doctors, Dr. Ramanandan,
Dr. Vinod, Dr. Nishanth, and Dr. Anupama which had given unlimited support and treatment for last couple of weeks.
We are really happy with all therapists and all supporting staffs which we got excellent co-operation and carrying with us.
We cannot forget these few days which we are getting heartfelt support from all the staffs, Doctors, Receptionists, Supervisors and watchmen.
Once again many thanks for given the wonderful and excellent treatment to us.
Heartfelt Thanks from
N.Murugesan and Radha
July 06, 2019
It has been a wonderful experience at Vaidyagrama.
To start with, Dr. Ramkumar and team have to be congratulated for creating Vaidyagrama; truly back to nature ventilation and lightning have been planned in so detail.
I wonder why we need A/C's in this world, at least in places other than crowded cities. For that matter, I now think why live in a big metro city.
Dr. Ramanandan and his team of Dr. Nishanth Rajendran, Dr. Vinod and
Dr. Anupama was all very attentive and took great care.
The team of therapists were all very good, know their job and very caring. Ranjith especially took great care. So were the housekeeping team, Laundry, Front desk and back office in all interactions.
One very unique feature here are the satsangs. The presentation by Doctors and Question & Answer sessions were all very informative and eye opening.
Besides the director's, I liked the presentation skills of Dr. Nishanth.
The morning and evening prayers are something I will not forget. The loud strong voice of Dr. Ramdas will keep singing in my ears.
Dr. Vinod was also there every day to support and enhance the prayer experience for all.
All in all a great experience. Hope to be back next year with my wife who will love such experiences too.
Best wishes to all.
G. Narasimhan
July 06, 2019
I would like to thank each and everyone here at Vaidyagrama for making our stay here really pleasant, serene, and comfortable.
Special thanks to Dr.Harikrishnan, Dr.Mini, Dr.Aruna, Dr.Princess and Dr.Vasudevan who took us through this journey. A healing with utmost care and professionalism.
Many thanks to all the diligent and cheerful therapists (especially Lakshmi ) who not only provided us with professional treatments but also took care of our needs.
It has been indeed a pleasure being- here at Vaidyagrama and would definitely be recommending it to friends and family.
Nermala Subhashini
I would like to thank all of the community and founders here at Vaidyagrama for this opportunity to experience all that it has to offer. I have found all the staff to be kind and inspirational, which has aided in providing a very nurturing environment.
I would especially like to thank Dr. Ramadas, Aparna, and all other doctors and therapist upon whom I had the most contact with your patience, knowledge understanding presence is truly appreciated.
Much love,
Mathew Gallagher
NSW Australia
July 02, 2019
Once again Vaidyagrama touched my soul.
Went back home a year and a half ago from here with lots of gratitude.
Returned now and see the place and the people unchanged.
Compassionate Doctors, gentle therapists, loving staffs, peaceful Brahmakamalam, and vibrant Mandapam (learnt a lot from satsangs and met interesting people from all walks of life from around the world).
Vaidyagrama is a healing temple.
My sincere thanks to Dr. Harikrishnan for his compassion, patience and wisdom. Thanks Dr.Princess, Dr.Aruna and Dr.Mini for your kindness and love.
My therapists Sreeshma, Deekshitha and Lakshmi chechi are the angels. Thanks from my heart, lots of love and thanks to all the other doctors and staffs Aparna, Athira, Krishna, Keerthi and others.
God bless Vaidyagrama community for touching our lives in your own way.
Hoping to see you again.
Kamali Sundararajan
July 01, 2019
A big thanks to Dr. Ramanandan for his kindness and amazing ability for the kind of treatment given, which makes a patient feel safe, comfortable and relaxed.
I thank Dr Harikumar for awesome counselling.it was nice listening.
Dr. Anupama's love and care made me feel good.
Thanks to Dr. Nishanth, Dr. Vinod too.
Thank Ms Aparna for the arrangement of a comfortable stay.
Therapists Mrs Devaki's magical fingers and her devotion towards her work is great. Ms Akina , the little girl's work is too amazing, caring and sincere.
Ms Sanitha is also too good.
Mrs. Baby (Housekeeping) for keeping my room tidy and clean. Thanks to all.
One can see the receptionists, very charming and smiling welcome they give us. All are very friendly here at Vaidyagrama.
This is my 2nd visit which has been splendid as before.
The care and services provide here are excellent.
With gratitude and regards
Valsala Balan
Chennai, India
July 01, 2019
Oh Dear Vaidyagrama.
Wonderful things are happening here.
Thank you "Nanni" for all your care and expertise during my time here.
I feel all the benefits of transformation. I will stay with me on my path forward and I now have a good grounding into a healthier, liver future.
I love Ayurveda and I love the rounded approach to healing here.
And I love the food.
So to all my Doctors, Therapists, Housekeepers, and admin staff…Thank you…!! All the best for keeping the ball rolling as you expand.


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New Puppy Hates Riding in the Car
FIDO Blog | Feb 10, 2017
Dear Dr. Sip and Melissa,
My boyfriend and I adopted a puppy from the shelter a month ago and we're having a heck of a time getting her to ride comfortably in the car. Angie resists hopping in the back, she cowers on the floor, and drools everywhere. It's super sad and we want her to love her car rides and weekend trips. Help!
--Kate, Tim & Angie
Melissa: Tell Angie she's not alone! While many dogs have "born to ride" tattooed on their shoulder, some have a range of issues regarding travel. The trick is figuring out what the issue is.
Dr. Sip: Ask Angie if she suffers from carsickness, anxiety or over-excitement and can't sit still. Oh, wait, she can't talk. Welcome to our world!
Melissa: Carsickness or anxiety are not necessarily mutually exclusive events. This is why Venn Diagrams exist! Some dogs suffer from medical issues that make riding in a car uncomfortable. Some are anxious or nervous. Some, anticipating feeling nauseous, will start to suffer from anxiety about feeling ill, which makes them more nauseous…it can be a vicious, gross, messy cycle.
Dr. Sip: Even if a dog isn't vomiting in the car, he might feel dizzy, nauseous, or otherwise uncomfortable. The first step is to consult with your veterinarian. If Angie has been dosed with Dramamine or a prescription canine anti-nausea medication (an appropriate dose should be recommended by your veterinarian), and you've done an anti-carsick dance under the moon at midnight while peeling an avocado (the internet is a strange, strange place!) then you can try some training techniques.
Melissa: Slowly acclimate your dog to the car (emphasis on s-l-o-w-l-y) and associate the car with only amazing wonderful things. If your dog cannot even go near the car, start indoors by pairing the jangling of keys to a tiny piece of cheese or jerky twice daily for two minutes. After a few days, consider feeding your dog this delicious treat near the car by asking for "sit,"or "paw" (notice we aren't even opening the car door yet. S-l-o-w-ly is the key.) Provided this goes well for a few days and your dog seems eager to work, open the the back hatch or rear car door but don't put your dog in the car. Continue asking for easy behaviors near the vehicle.
Dr. Sip: Assuming the cheese platter has worked its wonders, invite Angie into the car. Do not pick up, lift, or force her. She has to think this is where the party is all on her own.
Melissa: But if Angie still thinks the car is a dog-eating monster, it's ok. You can call a certified professional dog trainer, or go back to an easier level. (We told you this would be SLOW). However, if your dog does well and goes into the car, feed your dog a Kong in the back seat. Don't turn on the engine, don't jangle keys, and don't even get in the front seat. Just hang out with your dog while she gets acclimated to sitting in the car with her food toy.
Dr. Sip: Feed your dog in this way for several days. Once your dog is comfortable (tail wagging, happy dog!), turn the engine on but just hang out. Don't put the car in drive, and don't even think about cranking death metal through the speakers just yet.
Melissa: You guessed it, give it a few more days.
Dr. Sip: After the engine is on and Angie is looking forward to jumping in the car for a goodie, let her take the wheel and go for a spin.
Melissa: Wait, what?
Dr. Sip: Just making sure you're paying attention. Next, you want to start gradually moving the car very short distances- back down the driveway and then go back to your parking spot.
Melissa: If Angie still has not fallen madly deeply in love with your car, or doesn't progress beyond being able to walk near the car, then check out the following:
- Reach out to a science-based, positive reinforcement dog trainer (CCPDT.org, PetProfessionalGuild.com, KarenPryorAcademy.com, Positively.com are a few places I recommend)
- A certified animal behavior consultant (CCPDT.org, IAABC.org)
- A veterinary behaviorist (a veterinarian that is board certified in animal behavior, found only through DACVB.org.).
- Stay clear of self-proclaimed "behaviorists," particularly if they don't have any affiliation with reputable organizations like the ones listed above, or if the organization they belong to does not require continuing educational credits to keep their credentials.
Dr. Sip: Don't look for a quick fix, or just "toss Angie into the car and she'll get over it" because that will more than often backfire in the form of puppy puke all over your CR-V, or more complicated anxiety issues.
Melissa: And if at any point your dog does projectile vomit all over your car, we have you covered there, too.
More about Dr. Sip (who is a practicing vet in Berkeley, CA) and Trainer Melissa (who wrote "Considerations for the City Dog") and can be found here. Got a question for our pet experts? Ask away!


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Elementary School Teacher (21 years of classroom experience with strong experience in teaching remedial readers); Teacher of Remedial Reading; Teacher of the Gifted in special gifted programs (including teaching Gifted Reading); Home-bound tutor for sixth, seventh, and eighth graders; Teacher of reading, basic skills; Teacher of Early Childhood Development with curriculum-development experience in child development, learning theories, and learning through the life span; Curriculum developer of early childhood education courses and involvement in Early Childhood Center; Researcher in integration of reading and technology; Researcher in the use of technology to improve academic achievement (including reading scores); Teacher of Adults (38 years of experience) with experience in adult learning and adult learning theory; Member and Participant of Professional Organizations: National Education Association (NEA); Illinois Education Association (IEA); International Reading Association (IRA) National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC); and International Society of Technology in Education (ISTE); Teacher and trainer online (certified online instructor with an advanced doctoral certificate in Teaching and Training Online); Post-graduate coursework in professional writing, educational technology and integration of technology with curriculum (including reading), multiple intelligences and learning theories, special education, and meeting the needs of diverse student bodies, etc.; Experience as mentor for doctoral students: dissertation chair in the Ed.D. program; Experience as Course Lead for two different programs, Masters in Elementary Reading and Literacy (MSERL) and Masters in Early Childhood Studies (MSECS); Experience as Portfolio Assessor n the MSED program; currently an instructor in Masters in Early Childhood Studies program (MSECS); Early Childhood Specialist; Diversity/Equity Educator. Interests: Dance and honoring/promoting diversity through the arts.


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Windows Defender error code 0x80073afc [FIX IT NOW]
Keeping your PC safe is crucial, and in order to protect your PC from malicious software Windows 10 relies on Windows Defender. This tool works as an antivirus, but users reported certain issues with it. One error that appears while using Windows Defender is error 0x80073afc, so let's see how to fix it.
How can I fix Windows Defender error 0x80073afc?
Table of contents:
- Uninstall your antivirus software
- Change your registry
- Remove the malicious software
- Check for problematic updates
- Use System Restore
- Wait for the official fix
- Update Windows
- Run the SFC scan
- Run DISM
- Clean your registry
- Check environmental values
- Change system permissions
- Restart the Security service
- Change the group policy
- Reset Windows 10
Solution 1 – Uninstall your antivirus software
Windows Defender is designed to work as a default antivirus software on Windows 10, however, Windows Defender can't work with other antivirus tools. If you're having 0x80073afc error, be sure to uninstall your antivirus software and check if that solves the problem.
By default, Windows Defender will turn itself off after you install a third-party antivirus program, but if you're getting this error you might want to try disabling or uninstalling your antivirus software.
Solution 2 – Change your registry
It's possible that your registry was altered by malicious program thus causing error code 0x80073afc to appear. To fix this problem you'll need to change your registry. Before you start altering your registry, keep in mind that changing the registry can be potentially dangerous, therefore be sure to create a backup of your registry just in case.
To edit your registry, follow these steps:
- Press Windows Key + R, enter regedit and press Enter or click OK.
- Go to the HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options key in the left pane.
- Try to find MSASCui.exe, MpCmdRun.exe, MpUXSrv.exe or msconfig.exe keys. If you find any of them, right-click them and choose Delete.
- After deleting the problematic keys check if the problem is resolved.
Solution 3 – Remove the malicious software
Sometimes malicious software can be located on your PC and cause this error to appear. You need to look for MpCmdRun.exe, MpUXSrv.exe, MSASCui.exe and msconfig.exe files or folders in the following directories: %AppData%, C:\WindowsTemp, %temp% and C:\Program Files.
You can easily access any of these folders simply by pasting the folder's address into File Explorer and pressing Enter. If you find any of the aforementioned files or folders, delete them and check if that fixes the problem.
Solution 4 – Check for problematic updates
Users reported that certain Windows update caused this error to appear, and if you want to fix it you need to find and remove the problematic update. To remove an update, do the following:
- Open the Settings app.
- Go to the Update & Security section.
- In the Windows Update tab click on Advanced options.
- Now click on View your update history.
- Click Uninstall updates.
- Installed Updates window will appear. Now just locate the update that you want to remove and double click it to remove it.
Bear in mind that you need to remove the problematic update, so keep a close eye on all installed updates. To prevent this issue from appearing again, you might want to block the problematic update from installing.
Solution 5 – Use System Restore
Few users reported that they fixed this issue simply by restoring their computer using the System Restore feature. Restoring your PC is easy, and you can do it by following these steps:
- Press Windows Key + S and enter restore. Select Create a restore point option.
- When System Properties window opens, click on System Restore button.
- When System Restore starts, click Next.
- Select the restore point you want to revert to and click Next.
- Follow the instructions to restore your PC.
Solution 6 – Wait for the official fix
Few users reported that their issue was fixed by installing the latest updates, so you might want to try that. Usually, Windows updates fix these kinds of issues, so you might have to wait a bit until the official fix is released.
Solution 7 – Update Windows
As Windows Defender is a part of Windows 10, it receives updates through Windows Update. So, maybe the issue you're facing is acknowledged by Microsoft, and the company is working on a fix. To make sure you're not missing anything, just go to Settings > Updates & Security and check for updates.
Solution 8 – Run the SFC scan
If none of the previous solutions worked, let's try a few troubleshooting tools. The first one is the SFC scan. This command-line tool scans your computer for potential issues and resolves them if possible. So, it might be helpful in this case, as well.
Here's how to run the SFC scan in Windows 10:
- Right-click on the Start Menu button, and open Command Prompt (Admin).
- Enter the following line and press Enter: sfc/scannow
- Wait until the process is done (it may take a while).
- If the solution is found, it will automatically be applied.
- Now, close the Command Prompt and restart your computer.
Solution 9 – Run DISM
DISM is another tool we're going to try. Here's how to run DISM in Windows 10:
- Open the Command Prompt as shown above.
- Enter the following command and press Enter:
- DISM.exe /Online /Cleanup-image /Restorehealth
- Wait for the process to finish.
- Restart your computer.
- In case the DISM can't obtain files online, try using your installation USB or DVD. Insert media and type following command:
- DISM.exe /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth /Source:C:\Repair\Source\Windows /LimitAccess
- Make sure to replace the "C:\Repair\Source\Windows" path of your DVD or USB.
- Follow further on-screen instructions.
Solution 10 – Clean your registry
Some users report that Windows Defender won't work because there are issues with your registry. To eliminate the doubt, go and clean your registry. The best way to clean the registry in Windows 10 is by using a third-party registry cleaner.
If you don't have the first choice already, check out our list of the best registry cleaners for Windows 10 to get some ideas.
Solution 11 – Check environmental values
Environmental values are handy, but a less-known feature that helps your system access certain directories. Sometimes third-party apps may change these values, and that could lead to interferences with Windows Defender resulting in potential problems like the error 0x80073afc.
So, you need to make sure these values are set correctly. Here's how to do that:
- Press Windows Key + S and enter advanced system settings. Select View advanced system settings from the menu.
- Now click the Environment Variables button.
- Locate the %ProgramData% variable and check if it's set to C:\ProgramData. If not, change the variable accordingly.
Solution 12 – Change system permissions
Another reason for Windows Defender issues may be the system permissions. If some permissions are set to block Windows Defender, it obviously won't work. So, make sure to check your permissions:
- Go to C:\ProgramData directory.
- Now locate the Microsoft directory and right-click it. Choose Properties from the menu.
- Now go to the Security tab and click Advanced.
- Now you should remove all inherited permissions. After doing that, save changes and check if the problem is resolved.
Solution 13 – Restart the Security service
Everything in Windows 10 has its own service. And Windows Defender is not different. So, you need to make sure that the Security service is running in order for Windows Defender to function normally. Here's what you need to do:
- Press Windows key + R > launch Run. Type services.msc > hit Enter or click OK.
- In Services, search for Security Center. Right-click Security Center > click Restart.
Solution 14 – Change the group policy
If you have all the necessary permissions, and the service is running, you might need to make a few changes in the Group Policy editor. Here's what you need to do:
- Press Windows Key + R and enter gpedit.msc. Now press Enter or click OK.
- When Group Policy Editor opens, in the left pane navigate to Computer Configuration > Administrative Template > Windows Components > Windows Defender Antivirus. In the right pane, double-click Turn off Windows Defender Antivirus.
- Select Not Configured and click Apply and OK to save changes.
Solution 15 – Reset Windows 10
If you still have this issue, you might want to reset Windows 10. Resetting Windows 10 will delete all installed applications and in some cases, all your files from the primary partition, so use this option as the last resort.
Windows Defender error code 0x80073afc can cause a lot of problems, so be sure to try some of our solutions. If the problem persists, you might want to consider using third-party antivirus software.
Editor's Note: This post was originally published in September 2017 and has been since completely revamped and updated for freshness, accuracy, and comprehensiveness.
- Fix: Windows Defender 'An unexpected problem occurred' error
- Fix: Windows Defender won't turn on
- How to get rid off Windows Defender needs to scan your computer notifications
- Fix: Windows Defender update fails, error code 0x80070643
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Local ZCC congregations (Taberos) are established by the Bishop after consulting the Lay Standing committee and they have a defined meeting place for prayers and other church activities. A congregation consists of church members led by church officers who are the Minister, Evangelists, Deacons, and Local Preachers. Each congregation also consists of a committee consisting of a Chairman, a Secretary, a Treasurer and other supporting members.
Congregations (Taberos) are organized into Parishes (Nyika) and Parishes are amalgamated into Greater Parishes which are part of Provinces. Greater Parishes and Provinces are led by Coordinators who are senior Ministers who supervise the work of parish Ministers and Elders.


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BERWICK — Kevin Gray knows he is replacing one of the most well-known and successful wrestling coaches in Maine high school history.
But Gray, 37, is neither daunted nor overwhelmed with following Kip DeVoll at Noble High.
In fact, he seems quite relaxed and confident.
That's because Gray has been part of Noble wrestling for nearly 20 years, first as a wrestler and for the past 14 years as an assistant coach.
It might be different, "if I was someone on the street just coming in, who didn't know the program," Gray said. "But internally it was never just Kip's program. It was everyone's program. Kip just did a lot of the work."
Gray considers DeVoll a mentor and speaks to him often. Gray said he and DeVoll had been discussing whether Gray wanted to take over as head coach for "a couple of years, on and off."
DeVoll confided in Gray in the summer of 2016 that the 2016-17 season would be his last. He let the team know just before the 2017 state championship and officially resigned in April. Gray was hired in early summer.
Former assistant coaches Peter Bronder and Ron Zellers are staying on Gray's staff. Bronder won over 200 matches at Noble and provides a youthful presence to the wrestling room. Zellers was a head coach at Ellsworth and Biddeford before joining the Noble staff in 2008.
"So we have a consistent group of people who have been through the program or have been a part of it for a long time that understand it's not just the wrestling piece that's important," Gray said.
During DeVoll's 32-year tenure as the head coach, Noble wrestling became one of Maine's most dominant programs – regardless of sport.
The Knights won 12 Class A titles under DeVoll, including 11 in 13 seasons: eight straight from 1999-2006 and, after two runner-up finishes to Massabesic, three more from 2009-2011. Some years they boasted loaded lineups and won by over 100 points. Other years there were narrow victories. Once they won a state title without a single individual champion. Throughout they were known for physical wrestlers in top condition and a no-quit attitude.
But since 2012, it's been local rival Marshwood capturing five of six Class A titles. Noble has had to settle for two runner-up finishes, in 2015 and 2017.
"I think we were a little bit complacent and we lost that edge to want to be the best because we were good for so long," Gray said.
Gray isn't about to scuttle the program he's been a part of since the mid-1990s. Gray won back-to-back state titles in 1997 and 1998 on teams that laid the foundation for the championship years. Then he wrestled four seasons at Division I Duquesne University in Pittsburgh.
He joined DeVoll's staff as a volunteer at the end of the 2003 season and was on board full time the next 14 seasons.
But there are noticeable changes in approach said senior captains John Grenier, Hil Keisker and Joe Pilecki.
"I think this year is going to be a lot more of a technical year," Grenier said. "Kip was definitely an old style coach so he focused a lot more on laying it to them third period and beating them by a point at the very last second."
"It's more live wrestling, one (vs.) one skill work," said Pilecki. "Last year with Kip and every other year before with Kip, it was calisthenics and push-ups and pull-ups and stretching."
Keisker said the key is to work the skill training with enough pace and effort to make it a conditioning drill as well.
"It kind of raises the intensity so when you go on the mat you have more of a live scene when you're in practice rather than just going out there, getting in shape, and practicing the moves a few times," Keisker said.
On Monday, in the Knights' team room at Knowlton Elementary School just a few minutes of thudding take-downs got the sweat dripping down wrestlers' faces.
Gray, Bronder and Zellers were actively walking the room, offering tips and comments, with occasional hands-on demonstrations as pairs worked through a variety of moves.
"We need to continue to push DeVoll's legacy even if we're working a little different, to have the mentality that he's always drilled into us," Grenier said. "The mentality that when you're on the mat, it's one-on-one and you need to beat that guy. In the end, it's whoever works harder."
Noble will continue to travel out of state for competitive opportunities, a practice DeVoll started and opposing programs have emulated.
And the program still has the pipeline of young wrestlers produced by two solid youth programs, Berwick Youth Wrestling, for kids living in Berwick and North Berwick, and Die-Hard Wrestling, for the Lebanon residents.
With only five seniors on the 25-man high school roster, winning another state title might be a year or two down the road.
But Gray is convinced Noble can return to the top.
"To be honest, we want to make this program into a New England competitor," he said.
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A recent survey by the Association of Scottish Community Councils identified over 1,000 different activities which community councils have undertaken. These included road improvements, youth projects, environmental initiatives, upgrading of amenities and community initiatives. In addition to this, there are any number of activities which they can become involved in which might benefit their area, either working on their own or in partnership with other agencies.
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Structural Robustness of Concrete Flat Slab Structures
Sagaseta, Juan, Ulaeto, N and Russell, J (2016) Structural Robustness of Concrete Flat Slab Structures In: International Symposium on Punching Shear of Structural Concrete Slabs - Honoring Neil Hawkins ( In fib bulletin 81), 2016-10-23 - 2016-10-27, Philadelphia.
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Current building regulations for design against progressive collapse normally use prescriptive rules and risk based qualitative scales which are insufficient to cover current needs in design. Structural robustness of concrete flat slab structures is examined using different theoretical models to capture the dynamic behavior under accidental events. In such extreme events, the large dynamic reactions at the connections could potentially lead to punching and progressive collapse. Punching formulae based on load-deformation response relationships such as the Critical Shear Crack Theory (CSCT) are particularly useful in dynamic situations. The Ductility-Centred Robustness Assessment developed at Imperial College London is also used in this paper to derive simple design formulae to assess punching of adjacent columns in the sudden column removal scenario which is commonly adopted in practice. The approach can be extended to assess flat slab systems upon considering membrane action in the slab and post-punching behavior in the connections. Analytical models for tensile membrane are used in combination with the CSCT to demonstrate that the tying forces required in codes of practice cannot be achieved without prior punching of the connections. It is also shown that numerical modelling of post-punching is a promising tool to review detailing provisions for integrity reinforcement.
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Il Mostro di Frankenstein (Frankenstein's Monster) was the third known film adaptation of Mary Shelley's Frankenstein novel, coming out in 1920. It was made in Italy, with some German fundings.
The movie, directed by Eugenio Testa, starred Luciano Albertini as Frankenstein and strongman Umberto Guarracino as the titular monster.
Several pamphlets and posters remain from the 1920s mentioning the movie, that was screened as far as Belgium and Egypt. Some of them misspelled "Frankenstein" as "Franckestein" or "Frankestein". There seems to be a French-language version of the film, alternately called Le Monstre (The Monster) or Le Monstre de Frankenstein (the original title, in French).
No copies are known to survive, apart from a still (shown on the right). Even at the time of its existence, many scenes of it were cut by censors. It has speculated that so many scenes were cut, that when the film was released, it appeared to only be 39 minutes long.
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Written by Marley Jeranko
Photos by Nikki Smith
What you're about to read—know that it could have turned out a lot differently. We could have flooded this page with climbing photos and intense try-hard faces as if to say, Here. Look. Aren't we so strong? But if you really wanted the whole picture of Womxn Up, you wouldn't have gotten it.
Not because the climbing was easy—not because these women weren't strong—but because this event wasn't about proving our strength. It was about feeling strong and in turn, empowering one another. So instead, we talked to people—face to face.
Nikki Smith explains it best herself…
"Portraits are a frozen snapshot of someone's life. They help connect us more personally to an individual than an action photo allows us to. Events like Womxn Up help empower us to find our voice and take those experiences back with us to our day to day. These portraits can hopefully help amplify the voices of all the amazing people interviewed and show that there isn't one group of people that belong in climbing.
"Hopefully others will see themselves in the photos and be reassured that they are not alone."
What this all boils down to is belonging. We all want to feel like we belong—and the hard truth is that climbing hasn't always been on our side. I've experienced it—most, if not all of these women have experienced it—maybe you know, too. Womxn Up exists to counter that, and together Mountain Hardwear and Touchstone have lent themselves to holding the mirror. And for a few days, I got to feel what it's like to have my reality reflected back at me in the sport that I love and see what the future could look like. That matters, and I am so proud to be a part of a company and a community that agrees.
Thanks for being here,
Marley, MHW copywriter
Pronouns: She/Her
Home gym: Great Western Power Company (Oakland, California)
"When I started climbing, I walked into a climbing gym, and I was the only woman there. I would try to find lady climbers—I grew up in Florida, so there's a very small climbing community there to begin with—and it was just a dude-show. To walk into this event in 2019 and have a part in creating this amazing space where women can support each other, make friends with each other, and climb for years together is so, so incredible. It's so touching to be a part in it because I didn't have this when I started. I can bring new climbers into this space and say, 'this is climbing now—this is for you—this is amazing,' and it really means a lot."
Pronouns: She/her/he/him/they/them—whatever floats your boat.
Home gym: Dogpatch Boulders (San Francisco, California)
"Climbing is still so male-focused as a sport, and I think that women in general are a little less aggressive at the gym, so for me it's nice that there's going to be only women climbing here. It just really changes the energy of the whole space, and it feels more comfortable."
Pronouns: She/Her
Home gym: Berkeley Ironworks (Berkeley, California)
"At first I didn't enjoy bouldering. Everyone's sitting there watching you do it—it can feel like a performance, and I get really nervous. But I don't feel like that when I'm surrounded by a crew of my friends. It feels safe to mess up and just be myself. I started Queer Crush at Ironworks to create a safe space for folx in the LGBTQIA community to show up as themselves. If you're new to climbing or new to town looking for friends to climb with, it makes it easier to find safe partners in a supportive and accepting environment, and I feel like Womxn Up is with us in that goal."
Pronouns: She/Her
Home gym: Cliffs of Id (Culver City, California)
"It's a totally different perspective on climbing. I set with a mostly guy crew, and it can be a very muscly, very jumpy-move-to-pinches climbing, so I love seeing a bunch other strong women of all shapes and sizes—of all strengths and weaknesses—just crush on stuff I've set, on stuff my coworkers and these other lovely women setters have set and pull through with whatever it takes."
Pronouns: She/Her
What was your favorite part? "The top!"
Pronouns: They/Them
Home gym: Berkeley Ironworks (Berkeley, California)
"I feel the strongest when I use my voice in a brave way. If someone is saying something not cool or doing something not cool and I say something to them in opposition to that—that's the type of stuff that makes me feel empowered. With the Brown Ascenders, my whole goal is to create space for folks who are not normally included in the conversation when it comes to climbing and to bring people in who thought climbing wasn't for them. Working with Touchstone and them making it possible for us to have access to this for free was amazing to me. They've been investing in us and our community, and it makes me want to be a part of what they're creating."
Pronouns: She/Her
Home gym: LA Boulders (Los Angeles, California)
"The sense of community and watching dads bring their little girls to come and climb is pretty awesome."
Pronouns: She/Her
Home gym: Dogpatch Boulders + Berkeley Ironworks (Bay Area, California)
"I have a good group of girlfriends and guy friends who I enjoy climbing with and who have always provided support both physically and mentally, so I actually don't think about gender that much. My partner was at Womxn Up, and it was awesome! He helped me with my climbing strategy which involved choosing the right problems and conserving energy. Just having him there cheering me on was pure joy. I saw a lot of other supporting groups of all genders which warmed my heart. And to see all these ladies so excited about having a women's only competition—it's infectious."
Pronouns: She/Her
Home gym: Kiipeilyareena (Helsinki, Finland)
"I love setting because it's both creative and physical, but back home, there's not that many women setters, so it's a special experience that at Womxn Up, you get to set with a bunch of girl crushers. The energy has been so good, and we have so much fun working really hard."
Pronouns: She/Her
Home gym: Momentum + The Front (Salt Lake City, Utah)
"This was my second Womxn Up, and this one was much larger than 2018's. It's great to see events like this continue to grow. There is still a long way to go, but the growing participation shows that there is a need for more: more diversity, more representation, and more inclusion. I'm excited to be a part of the call for change!"


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Humble officials wary of removing red-light cams after new state law
While some residents are excited that Governor Greg Abbott signed House Bill 1631, which prohibits the use of red light cameras in Texas, many Humble officials argue the measure could hinder public safety.
HB 1631 was filed on Feb. 12 and was signed by Abbott on June 2. The new law states "a local authority may not issue a civil or criminal charge or citation for an offense or violation based on a recorded image produced by a photographic traffic signal enforcement system."
However, an amendment to the bill will allow municipalities, such as Humble, to run red-light programs until the vendor contract expires.
According to Humble City Manager Jason Stuebe, the city will continue to issue photo enforcement tickets until the foreseeable future.
Ten traffic cameras are currently active in Humble, with a majority of them surveying intersections along the FM 1960 corridor. In 2007, the devices were installed through a contract with Verra Mobility formerly known as American Traffic Solutions, which is set to expire in 2024.
Stuebe said the city will abide by the terms of its contract with Verra Mobility until cancellation terms that do not adversely affect the city can be negotiated.
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Humble collected $4.48 million from paid fines in fiscal year 2018, he said. The state received $1.62 million and the city netted $2.86 million of that revenue.
The city also entered into a one-time $300,000 agreement with Memorial Hermann Northeast Hospital to help fund an enhancement to their emergency room, equipment, personnel and training last year.
Stuebe said fees from the red-light cameras are the city's fourth or fifth largest source of revenue. He also added that this revenue can not be used in the city's general fund, per state law.
"The funds collected from the red light camera program are extremely restricted in their use. First, the purchase, lease, installation, and/or maintenance for operating the system is paid for. After that, 50% of the revenue is sent to the state comptroller, which is deposited in the State Trauma Fund. The remaining balance is placed in a segregated special revenue fund that may only be used to fund traffic safety programs, pedestrian safety, public safety, intersection improvements and traffic enforcement activities," Stuebe said.
However, he said the installation of red light cameras was never about the money.
"For the city of Humble, it honestly was never about revenue. It was about helping correct a problem and saving lives. I wouldn't even begin to measure the success of the program as a matter of dollars and cents or in the number of violations issued but rather the number of accidents, serious injury or deaths that have likely been prevented through deterrence," Stuebe said.
Some residents oppose cameras
Byron Schirmbeck, a state coordinator with the Texas Campaign for Liberty, has been against the use of red-light cameras for years. He, and many of the bill's supporters, are convinced the programs are just another way for counties and cities to gather revenue.
"It was always about revenue," Schirmbeck said.
According to the bill analysis, legislators in favor of HB 1631 said "studies have shown that rear-end crashes increase when a red light camera system is installed at an intersection. Rather than following the normal flow of traffic, drivers brake too quickly upon entering the intersection to avoid getting ticketed, leading to crashes."
Legislators opposed to the new law argued in the analysis that "city data has shown red light cameras reduce the number of crashes at intersections and curb risky driver behavior. Communities typically only install cameras at the most dangerous intersections, and they have proven to work. Camera systems allow law enforcement officers in the field to be flexible rather than having to patrol a single intersection."
A 2017 national traffic camera safety benefits study at the Northwestern University Transportation Center showed mixed results. Researchers reported municipalities with red-light camera systems in place reported the number of angle crashes dropped 19%, but the number of rear-end crashes increased by 14%.
Although he has never received a violation, Humble resident Dwayne Buehring is strongly against the use of red light cameras.
Buehing said cities should place police officers at dangerous intersections instead of cameras.
"Put a police officer there and let him write tickets all day long because it's a lot more money. You'll make a lot more money, and it will be a lot safer because the officer will be there," Buehring said. "People are more scared of officers than they are of cameras. Because when an officer stops you, it becomes a criminal-type violation where you can end up in jail if you don't pay. And then that person can face their accuser and that officer can stand before them if they want to appeal it."


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This is part three of a three-part series. Part one is available here, while part two is here.
I'm just going to go on record right now and say that I have absolutely no interest in finishing this article. We did this taste-test three weeks ago, and none of the things we tried turned out to be all that gross. They were unpleasant, yes, but not the kind of world-shattering horror you would expect from cheap shitty candy from Dollar Tree. When something's labeled "Gummy Pizza" and it contains stale rubbery bits and a packet of mysterious liquid candy goop, you expect it to taste like the inside of Alf's ass after a three-week Planet Melmac-wide bender. You don't expect it to just taste mildly unpleasant and sour. I demand more from the shit we sample for "Will Dylan Eat It", and so should you. From now on, hell hath no fury like a bizarre food scorned.
Gummy Pizza
This stale gummy horror was first sampled by the boys at the now-defunct Don't Eat This.net, which was one of the inspirations for this series. On that mourned site, a couple of guys wearing funny hats, in true Mythbusters style, sampled a variety of questionable cuisine from around the world and dollar stores. One of the first treats they sampled was this, the less-than-famed Gummy Pizza. Even they had a hard time getting through this shit, which considering that they also tried Hormel Pork Brains in Milk Gravy, makes this kind of disappointing. It's bad, but it's not awful enough to provoke that kind of reaction from hardened culinary criminals.
To start off, looking at the packaging, this doesn't seem all that unappealing (at least, if the concept of gummy replicas of real food hasn't turned you off already). It's brightly-colored, with the assorted components nicely laid out, each with callouts. The packaging says "Make Your Own", which reminds me of hippies "rolling their own", probably because to willingly eat this, you'd have to be stoned and have a serious case of the munchies. Sadly, we didn't have the benefit of marijuana to make this appetizing.
As you probably figured out, this is one of those candies that's also sold as a sort of activity, the kind that is supposed to keep your kids busy on a rainy day. If you can pull them away from the Playstation, that is, since this isn't that much fun. You take the "crust" (which is a sort of vaguely stale-feeling gummy thing), add "sauce" (which is similar to the sour stuff that came with the Mallow Fries, but with a flavor like lemon-scented floor cleaner), "toppings" (more gummy bits), and "cheese" (a yellow powder that resembles a really cheap grade of cocaine). As you can see in the picture at the top, the end result actually looks kind of neat, if not appetizing.
The taste, however, wasn't. The "sauce" (I hesitate to use that word) smelled like lemon-scented floor cleaner, and tasted just like you'd imagine. The gummy "crust" was stale and slightly crackly. Fortunately, the fake cheese and gummy toppings had very little flavor to drown out the nastiness of the "sauce". Maybe they thought they really couldn't compete.
The Maitre d's reaction wasn't as strong than everyone else's:
Compared to some of the other selections, this wasn't totally horrible. The tart citrus-flavored powder covered over the seriously,-WTF-is-this-flavor? taste of the gummi. I like sour stuff so this was fine with me… but honestly, there's a lot better sour candy out there.
Gummy Cookies
Like the so-called pizza, these gummy "cookies" have an assortment of toppings you're supposed to put on the gummy base to "Make Your Own" (as the packaging exhorts you to do…not that it makes me very enthusiastic about the process). Like the Gummy Pizza, this is very attractively packaged, with the kind of background you'd expect for a bag of cookies claiming to be home-baked.
The cookies themselves weren't attractive at all. Flat pieces of the same kind of gummy stuff as the pseudo-pizza, they had the texture of really old breakfast cereal. On top of it went the "icing" and sprinkle-bits.
The "icing" that comes with these fake cookies is some of the stickiest junk on Earth. Stickier than Marmite, it refused to even come out of the little plastic pouch. It wasn't even clear like so-called "liquid" candy usually is, either. Instead, it was a cloudy, milky color that made it look like…well, okay, so this isn't exactly a family site, but even I hesitate to mention the possibility that we were consuming concentrated jizmoglobin.
The topping bits came in two varieties. The first was the traditional candy sprinkles, with no difference I could tell from the kind you put on cupcakes. The second…the second were disgusting, vaguely gummy chocolate bits that look like Nerds. Well, okay, more like Nerd turds. They had a strange, chocolaty and chewy texture that made us gag.
It was with the gummy cookies that we finally hit paydirt with the Maitre d's reaction:
Dylan will not eat it.
No, no, no, no no no NO NO NO. Gummy texture and chocolate flavor do not mix, yet these cookies flagrantly combine the two.
Actually, it's worse than that. You take a sugar-encrusted vanilla or chocolate gummi cookie. Then you spread some icing on it, which I think they make by combining one jar of paste with one cup of sugar. Then you put sprinkles on it. Sprinkles. On a freaking gummi cookie. NO.
And finally, you top it off with pseudo-chocolate-candy pieces. Again, ignoring the abominable combination of gummi and chocolate that this creates, this isn't even real chocolate. I'm not sure what it is, but it's gross.
The gummy cookies were the only candy I didn't finish. I spit it out. It wasn't that I actually gagged, but it was heading that way and I didn't feel like throwing up.
There. It's fucking done. Don't expect me to be so merciful next time. Next time, we're visiting the Asian market and finding the most disgusting cat-food-smelling snacks they have.