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First up is the card that first intrigued me to buy the box. The graded card.
One of the packs inside was a weird one I hadn't heard of yet, a Goodwin Champions 2009 pack. Inside was a cool looking Justin Morneau, an Upper deck insert featuring Alex Rodriguez, and these two minis. I'm a big fan of minis so personally the money spent for the minis and Mantle was worth it just so I could get it out of my system.
The Manning is a black border with Gypsy Queen on the back. With the current Gypsy Queen set dominating the blogosphere I was wondering what all the hype was about. Reading about the price practices some hobby shops and internet retailers were using didn't really have me running around trying to track them down. Landing one randomly while out on some errands was pretty nice and I've got to admit now I understand the hype. I wish the Manning mini had been maybe baseball related, but if I had to get a non-related card his isn't one I mind.
Sometimes when I read about the other local team, the Dodgers, I forget how young Clayton Kershaw actually is. It was easy to see though considering this 2007 Tristar isn't very old and he doesn't look all that much different now than then. It may be a bit Loon-y but I think it's a nice addition (bad joke I know).
And while I'm talking about random I finally was going through my Topps 2011 Heritage and was trying to figure out what was a short print. Now if I'm right and know how to read the annoyingly confusing 2011 Heritage SP guidelines these are the #473 and #478 short prints. I know there are a few readers who collect the set and I thought I'd post these two as long as I was in a Gypsy trading mood while writing. And needless to say the cards look cut on the side, they aren't it's just how they lined up on the scanner. I'll send perfect scans if anyone is interested.
It wouldn't take much to get pretty much any of the cards posted today. To be honest I'm starting to get a lot of Upper Deck and I'm not overly in love with them and prefer Topps. Perhaps I'll post the lot of them sometime soon so someone can take them off my hands. Leave a comment and/or shoot me an email at RJWritings At Gmail Dot Com


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Max Muncy plays in Hollywood, so of course he'd bring a dramatic performance to the diamond.
Muncy was at the center of a bizarre ninth-inning play that turned Saturday's contest into a win for his Los Angeles Dodgers. With one out in the ninth, the Yankees' Brett Gardner barreled over Muncy at second base, and the All-Star appeared to be seriously hurt for a moment. While that happened, Gleyber Torres rounded third to score the tying run.
However, home plate umpire Gabe Morales sent Torres back to third, with the ump saying time had been called before the runner started toward home.
Both the Yankees and Dodgers challenged different aspects of the controversial play. Ultimately, Gardner was ruled safe, and Torres remained at third where he was stranded, and the Dodgers won 2-1.
(Courtesy: MLB.com)
Muncy was able to finish the game after the collision. During the postgame scrum, he admitted to slightly embellishing his injury with a little "soccer" move, an action he took to ensure the umpire would call time and prevent Torres from tying the game.
"He still got me good, it still hurt, so it wasn't entirely fake, but there might have been a little acting class in there," Muncy said, according to Bryan Hoch of MLB.com.
Dodgers closer Kenley Jansen played an accidental role in the charade too, throwing up his hands after seeing Muncy on the ground. That action led to Morales signaling the play dead.
"Once I saw Muncy went down, I called timeout right away," Jansen told ESPN's Marly Rivera. "The home plate umpire gave me time. I didn't see when Torres took off."
But as Muncy's acting exploits and Jansen's arms saved the day for L.A., the Yankees were left steaming in the visitor's clubhouse. Manager Aaron Boone understood Jansen signaled for time, but he maintains that Torres' run should have counted.
"Gabe said he killed (the play)," Boone said, according to YES Network. "And just looking back, Kenley ... held his hands up. It looked to me like Gleyber had already started down the line with a guy down on the field."
"As far as I know, if they call time, they called time," he added.
"I didn't see an umpire call time," Torres said, according to Rivera. "I'm a little bit surprised I had to come back to third base. I don't know what's wrong with the umpires today."
Boone hinted that the Yankees have already considered trying to protest the game. However, it's unlikely they'll be allowed to file a protest, as a timeout is considered an umpire's judgment call, according to Rivera.
"We'll certainly inquire with everyone and try to get a good explanation," Boone said.
The Yankees and Dodgers, baseball's best teams, will complete their three-game series on Sunday night at Chavez Ravine.

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The lace dress was perfect, I knew it wouldn't take to the underlay which created this very now look that I have seen in River Island, Topshop and other high street stores for 2012 lace dress.
The T-shirt looks more tie dyed, this is because I had it with other items so it come out more patchy. If you want a solid colour remember it's better to dye an item on it's own and leave it for a few hours just to be sure.
Zebra Print dress, as planned the ombre effect worked with only a little dye escaping I'm really happy with it and now look forward to wearing this dress. Remember you can always dye the bottom, or even double the ombre by dying the other bit another colour (e.g. If I dyed the bottom green).
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An eager new Year 7 shaking hands with Ms Edis on her very first day at Bolingbroke Academy
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Who said you have to lock yourself in the gym to get back in shape? Here are 8 invigorating sports to practice outdoors to burn calories.
The days begin to lengthen and the hot sun will soon be peeping.
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In fact it is the ideal season to practice physical activity and rediscover all the benefits of outdoor sports.
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1 – The bicycle
It takes just 30 minutes of cycling at a moderate pace every day to find a smile and physical fitness!
A search of the Harvard Medical School has shown the beneficial effects after 1 year of activities for people suffering from depression.
How many calories are burned by bike?
Calories: an hour of cycling, pedaling at medium intensity, burns from 250 to 500 calories.
2 – Horse riding
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Riding a horse does not mean sitting, did you know?
This sport develops coordination, is good for the back and improves posture.
Being in contact with an animal is important to regain confidence in yourself and also responsibility towards others.
How many calories are burned by riding?
Calories: about 300 per hour of riding.
3 – Playing golf
The course is suitable for all ages, is not a sport for older people as they believe everyone!
It is perfect for socializing and improving, in addition to physical abilities, even mental ones, especially concentration.
When you play golf you walk a lot, up to 16 km per workout!
It is useful to release tension, improve the cardiovascular system and mood, since it is not at all a static sport as is believed!
How many calories are burned while playing golf?
Calories: with 4 hours of golf, 16 km traveled between fields, you can burn from 1200 to 2300 calories.
4 – Kayak
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It is the ideal activity if you want to relax, it is a slow sport that relaxes the body and the mind, but the legs and arms work very much and breathing and heart activity also benefit.
All without realizing it, while you will be attracted by the beautiful landscapes and relax with the sound of water.
How many calories are burned by kayak?
Calories: from 260 to 350 for an hour of kayaking.
5 – Walking with the dog
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Take the dog for a walk: calorie consumption
If you really want to burn calories, try not to get carried away by your 4-legged friend on a leash!
How many calories are burned by walking?
Calories: from 150 to 350 if you walk at a brisk pace.
6 – Go on rollerblades
We could not include rollerblading sports in this ranking. Inline skates are great for toning your thighs and buttocks!
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How many calories are burned by rollerblades?
Calories: about 500 Kcal / hour.
7 – Skateboard
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How many calories are burned by skating?
Calories: an hour of skate can burn you from 260 to 350 calories.
8 – Trekking
We close this ranking of toning sports with trekking.
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How many calories are burned by trekking?
Calories: up to 860 if uphill at high intensity.


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by Bradley Cobb and Doc Quantum
Of all the places I could be right now, why here?
Those were the thoughts of the man known as the Green Mask as he drove through a torrential downpour. He exited his vehicle and quickly ran through the parking lot to the entrance of the pizzeria.
As he stepped in, he took off his sunglasses and wiped away the gathering moisture from the lenses with a handkerchief. He had begun to remove his trenchcoat when a man called out his name. "Mike!"
Michael Shelby looked up and walked to the table closest to the salad bar. "Bulldog Harlow — it really has been too long." Shelby shook his hand and pretended to cringe.
Robert "Bulldog" Harlow had become overweight, and he had taken a seat by the salad bar only for show — he'd only eaten a salad once, and he hated it. Additionally, the life of a political party chairman wasn't all that physically straining.
"So, you eternally young hero types have no secret identities anymore?" Bulldog asked, smiling sarcastically at Shelby, who was a bit confused at his friend's meaning, raising one eyebrow in response to the question. Bulldog shook his head and said, "I mean, you got the trenchcoat and the black shades, yet you still have that gaudy blue and green outfit on under it. Good grief, Mike, aren't you supposed to be a master of disguise? I know your identity is public knowledge and all, but take my advice — if you're gonna go incognito, scrap the blue swashbuckler boots."
"I just wanted to be ready for action," Shelby said, shrugging.
"Well, normally I'd say there's never a need for action in Foxville," said Bulldog. "That is, unless you work for the prison."
Shelby nodded. "Foxville seems to be a quiet little town, with the exception of all this rain and flooding."
Bulldog burped and said, "No kidding."
"So if there's no need for action, why'd you call me down here?" Michael Shelby softened his voice and added, "You sounded worried."
Bulldog looked around nervously left and right before continuing. "Well, here's the deal…"
Michael Shelby and Bulldog Harlow finished off the double-decker pizza and a few Diet Pepsis before they finally got up from the table. As they exited the building, they saw that the rain was heavier than before. The drops seemed to be as large as golf balls and were coming down hard, fast, and thick. It was as if God had a giant bucket and had decided to pour it all out at once on the small city of Foxville.
They both ran to Bulldog's vehicle, a 1983 Chevy Scottsdale, before they realized that there was no way of getting out of the parking lot. The rain had come so fast that the streets were completely flooded, and not even the four-by-four could make it through the rivers that flowed down the street.
Shelby and Harlow began their trek across the parking lot as the first lightning bolt crashed. The two turned to see Bulldog's truck seemingly levitate from the bolt hitting so close to it. The truck went up a foot and came back down harmlessly, but it creaked loudly, sounding like a vehicle twenty years older. If he hadn't been distracted by the bouncing truck, Shelby would have heard the gunfire.
Bulldog Harlow fell to the ground, clutching his shoulder. The bullet had gone all the way through him and narrowly missed Shelby. The man known as the Green Mask turned around and watched as two Foxville police officers drew their guns at him.
The first officer to speak pulled out his badge and screamed, "Officer Steele, Foxville P.D.! Put your hands up now, and you won't get hurt!"
Shelby looked at Harlow, who laid on the pavement shaking and holding his shoulder. His eyes were bulging as he looked at the two law-enforcement officials. "It's them!" he half-screamed, half-whispered. "It's them." Bulldog started to say something else, but a second bullet silenced him, this time for good.
The mystery-man glared up at the gunman, his eyes flashing. "That, my poor little friend, was the last mistake you'll ever make!"
Both officers tried to shoot Shelby as he ran toward them, successfully evading most of the bullets and letting the suit take the rest. Kevlar body armor was a welcome addition to his costume. He was only four feet from the officers when the lightning struck again. The force from the bolt of electricity sent the hero flying through the air and into the late Bulldog Harlow's truck, crushing the side door and crumpling part of the hood. The officers landed harmlessly in the flooded street.
Shelby got up painfully, knowing that his vita-ray-enhanced body would soon heal him, and reached for the hubcap sitting on the ground next to him. He concentrated and, seeing movement in the water ahead of him, twisted and threw the hubcap like a frisbee toward the water. Steele was the first to emerge from the watery road, and as he opened his eyes, he spent his last moment of consciousness in panic just before the hubcap struck him in the head.
The man known as the Green Mask was about to run after the other cop who had fled, but instead he stopped, standing silently for a moment and sniffing the air. He then turned toward the pizzeria and saw the flames coming from the roof. That was where the Green Mask was needed.
Much later, Michael Shelby rested in a hard bed at the Foxville Holiday Inn. He'd gone through enough for the day, and he needed rest. Mostly he wanted to think about the old days.
Fifteen years earlier, Shelby had befriended Bulldog Harlow while working on a case in Indianapolis. The case was going nowhere, and there were no leads, no suspects, and no body. Harlow, then a state representative in Indiana, had brought some information to Shelby's attention and helped him blow the case wide open.
Over the years they had kept in touch. Harlow retired from political office and became the county's party chairman in Foxville. Even though his own father had been a United States senator, Shelby hated most politicians, since it was only true statesmen like his father who could lead without compromising their integrity through politics. But for some reason Bulldog was different. He was actually an honest politician — an oxymoron if there ever was one.
When Harlow told Shelby he needed his help, the mystery-man-turned-private-investigator dropped everything and flew to Foxville, ready to act as the Green Mask again for the first time since the confusing mess that was the Crisis on Infinite Earths earlier this year. Harlow told him that he had stumbled upon some information and thought he was going to be assassinated. He had confided in no one else, fearing that the corruption may have been deeper than he had heard. He called Shelby because he feared for his life, and, as it turned out, he had good reason.
The Green Mask was a forgotten hero. Once he was one of the greatest heroes, but now almost no one knew about him. He wasn't Captain Atom, he wasn't the Blue Beetle, and he wasn't E-Man. Hell, he wasn't even as well-known as Nature Boy anymore. Not since the 1940s, when he was a member of the World War II-era Mystery Men of America, was the Green Mask really a household name in the nation.
For Michael Shelby, it had all begun in the summer of 1940 when his father, Senator Dan Shelby, was targeted for assassination by a secret criminal gang called the Grim Circle, whose members all wore white hooded robes emblazoned with their emblem — a red circle around a skull. The Grim Circle was just one of many criminal organizations at the time, but they were threatened by Senator Shelby, an influential state senator who planned to introduce a bill at the next session making the death sentence mandatory for members of criminal gangs tried for murder. The leader of the Grim Circle hired a group of gunmen led by "Red" Simpson to gun him down. And so they arrived one night at the senator's home and shot both him and his son Michael, home after graduating from university, when he tried to stop them.
The gunmen merely knocked unconscious Professor Martin Lascomb, a friend of the family who was a brilliant scientist and the discoverer of vita-rays, which aid in the healing process. After the scientist came to, he discovered that while the senator was dead, his son was alive but was mortally wounded and would quickly perish if something drastic was not done. Lascomb considered simply rushing him to a hospital, but in his expert medical opinion, the young man would not survive any ordinary procedure, nor even the trip in an ambulance. There was only one possibility remaining. He would use his vita-ray machine on Michael Shelby.
Professor Lascomb had completed the vita-ray machine only recently, thanks to the patronage of Senator Shelby, and had not even had a chance to try it out yet. Using it on Michael was a huge risk, but he felt he had no choice, and he was confident that vita-rays could heal. Rushing frantically against time, he brought Michael Shelby to his city laboratory and placed him on a gurney beneath the vita-ray machine. Then he threw the switch.
But instead of giving the young man a mild dose of the life-giving vita-rays, a resistance blew out in the machine, sending thousands of volts of electricity burning through Michael's body. Yes, he was imbued with vita-rays, but he was also electrocuted. The professor panicked, realizing that the young man's death was almost certain now. Then a miracle occurred. Michael Shelby lived.
Professor Lascomb watched in shock as Shelby's body healed itself, even pushing out the bullets still inside him and bringing him slowly to consciousness. The scientist examined the young reporter's body and discovered that he was completely back to health. It was as if he had never been shot at all. But something still troubled him.
"I can't understand how you could withstand that tremendous surge of current!" the professor asked Shelby after a series of tests.
"Not only did that high voltage save my life, but somehow, I feel different," said Shelby. "I feel power within me! I feel as if I could soar through the air!"
At that, he leaped into the air, easily soaring to the top of the thirty-foot-high ceiling of the penthouse laboratory. Shelby had discovered that the super-charged shocks had made him a miracle man. He could now zoom through space and perform superhuman feats. It was a real rush, something that helped him cope with the loss of his father. But thinking of his father also brought him back down to earth. He had business to do.
"Professor Lascomb, you have endowed me with powers no other living man possesses!" he told the scientist. "I will use these powers to avenge the death of my father and to wipe crime from the face of the Earth!"
And at the time he meant it, too. Wonder Man's debut a year earlier had marked the beginning of the heroic era, and although that original mystery-man vanished almost as soon as he arrived, he left a legacy behind him that would continue into the present.
But how would he do so? That was when fate stepped in. A couple of days after Shelby began contemplating his impending war on crime, an old friend knocked on the door at the home of Michael Shelby and Professor Lascomb. This man was Walter Green, an old friend of Shelby's whom he'd met through a mutual friend, reporter Blake Doakes. Walter was an ex-soldier whose wife had been murdered by criminals nearly two years earlier, leaving him a widower and their young son Johnny an orphan.
Walter explained that Professor Lascomb had told him about Shelby's vow to wage war on crime, and that, thanks to a freak accident with the vita-ray machine, Shelby had the powers to do so. Walter then explained that he'd come to a similar decision after his wife's murder, and that he had created a masked identity of his own and had waged war on crime for the last year under the name of the Green Mask. (*)
[(*) Editor's note: See "A Modern Robin Hood," Mystery Men Comics #1 (August, 1939).]
With only his wits and his athletic prowess at his disposal, the Green Mask was a force to be reckoned with. He worked hand in hand with the one man who knew his true identity — "News" Blake Doakes, his friend at the Daily Globe with whom he exchanged exclusive stories for the ace reporter's information.
However, Walter explained, he'd had too many brushes with death as the Green Mask, and he couldn't bear to leave his son without a father when he'd already lost his mother. After his last case, in which he captured the gang of a criminal named the Wizard, alias Doc Carson, he retired as the Green Mask. (*) He planned to rejoin the U.S. Army, since he wanted to be ready to defend his country if America ever got involved in the war that had been raging in Europe and in the Pacific. Still in mourning for his father, Shelby agreed to become the new Green Mask.
[(*) Editor's note: See The Green Mask: Times Past, 1940: The Harried Hoodlums.]
After a few days of training with his powers, Shelby was ready to embark on his career as the masked nemesis of crime, having donned the same blue uniform with a red and blue cape and a green mask that Walter Green had made famous. In the costume Shelby looked nearly identical to the original Green Mask, except whereas Walter was tall and lanky, Shelby was slightly shorter and more muscular. He had abandoned his original career goals after his father's death and his own amazing recovery, since he had decided to dedicate himself full-time to crime-fighting by using his inheritance.
He presented himself in his mystery-man identity to Professor Lascomb. "No one shall know my identity! I shall be known only as the Green Mask! And my uniform shall strike terror into the hearts of all criminals!" Professor Lascomb wished him good luck, and Shelby's career as the second Green Mask was born.
Thanks to the freak accident with the vita-ray machine, the Green Mask had the super-powers of great strength and speed, allowing him to leap up to an eighth of a mile. In his early days there were times when the Green Mask was actually able to fly, but he never seemed to quite get a handle on that power, which would come and go. His great strength also dwindled in the weeks and months after the accident. It was a situation strangely opposite of another mystery-man at the time — the Blue Beetle — who had begun his career without any unnatural abilities but eventually gained amazing super-powers through repeated exposure to Vitamin 2X, invented by a scientist named Dr. Abraham Franz. Later on, Shelby discovered that repeated exposure to vita-rays would restore his powers for a while, but he didn't like the way he felt when he had them. Although Professor Lascomb eventually perfected the vita-ray process to give him permanent powers without any negative side-effects, Shelby would rarely use his unreliable and extremely dangerous power of flight ever again, since he was just as vulnerable to injury as any man.
The Green Mask's first case would be bringing to justice the group of men who had murdered his father. That case began shortly after he donned the mask when the Grim Circle assassinated a Russian peace envoy named Sergei Marzoff as part of a plot to bring the United States into the war for the foreign interests that were their employers. When the Grim Circle discovered that the Green Mask was investigating the crime, they tried to silence him by tossing a live grenade at him on a city street. But while the Green Mask survived unharmed, a boy walking nearby was severely injured.
Recognizing that the boy was close to death, the Green Mask took a chance and rushed him off to Professor Lascomb's laboratory. There, Lascomb used his repaired and improved vita-ray machine on the boy, bringing him back to full health without any incidents like those that had granted Michael Shelby powers. Upon learning that young Don Mason was an orphan, he took him in, and he lived with him and Professor Lascomb. Although the boy had been exposed to vita-rays, he gained only vitality, not the range of super-powers Shelby possessed.
The Green Mask soon encountered Red Simpson and the Grim Circle and discovered that they were the ones who had murdered his father. With the help of Don, who donned a uniform of his own and became Domino, the Miracle Boy, he crushed the Grim Circle and exposed the identity of its leader — wealthy financier John Sebastion. He had avenged his father. (*)
[(*) Editor's note: See 1st story, The Green Mask #1 (Summer, 1940).]


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First Responders battled for Pride and Honor. We celebrated the inaugural launch of the 'Heroes Cup' which brought our respected Police and Firefighters together for a rousing battle on the pitch. The soccer game was, and will be a charity fundraising event every season with ticket proceeds going to both the police and the firefighters charity of choice. The players were pioneers for the beginning of our very own DME Services Soccer League. The event raised over $6,000.
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I smile, I am happy and positive today and people treat me kindly and with smile.
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I believe in God's highest power and angels help me, therefore I am calm and confident.
Today's encouraging words. John 14: 12-14.
To have good morals and trust God so that everything goes well.
John 14:13-1413 And I will do whatever you ask in my name, so that the Father may be glorified in the Son. 14 You may ask me for anything in my name, and I will do it.
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I just attract friendly, loving and caring people in my life.My partner and I are both happy. Our relationship is wonderful.I am grateful for the love of my life.I am with the love of my life. We treat each other with respect.I love and respect all people around me and I love myself.
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Simply to say, Kerala is known for the scenic beauty, ayurvedic massages and a perfect honeymoon destination. National Geographic Traveler selected Kerala as one of the ten paradises in the world. Kerala is the first state to reach 100% literacy rate in the country and still maintains the highest literacy rate.
Pristine backwaters, palm fringed beaches, rejuvenating ayurveda treatments, exotic wildlife, paddy fields, thrilling water sports, silent valley, enchanting woods and forests, awesome seashores, undulating hills, rolling hillside tea plantations will make you forget yourself. Kerala is a green paradise with exotic honeymoon destinations.
Elephants have been an integral part of Kerala's culture. In fact, elephants are titled as state animal. The official language spoken here is "Malayalam". But you will find many people who can speak English language too.
The state has 3 international airports; one is in Thiruvananthapuram, second one is in Kochi and the other is in Kozhikode. Thiruvnanthapuram which is the capital of Kerala is well connected to the other cities of Kerala. So, you can reach to the places which are within and outside the Kerala. The other modes of transportation are buses, cars, tourist taxis and autos. And you will find plenty of them.


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After dark, I saw a airport-style beacon light (large, bright, and sweeping across the sky) coming from the southern edge of Lawrence, specifically 75 degrees south of west. It was unlike an airport beacon in the fact that it only swept back and forth over an area of nearly 90 degrees. The airport is also in the opposite direction.


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- Address:Glenburn Tea Estate (Tourism Division) DLX Ltd. KPlace:DooarsPaís:IndiaZip Code:0000
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Started by a Scottish tea company in 1859, Glenburn then passed into the hands of one of India's pioneering tea planting families – The Prakashes, One of India's pioneering tea-planting families, we have, over the years, come to be known as the "Chaiwala family" - which literally means "tea planters".
Prakash family carry almost a century of tea knowledge in their inheritance, and we invite you to experience this legacy at Glenburn.
The "tea estate" experience was inspired by the vineyards of Europe and other parts of the world, where visitors observe the wine-making process, taste the wine and shop for wine, local crafts and produce. We found the whole experience educational and very interesting, and were inspired to open our own tea estate for tourists who may be interested in knowing about how a tea leaf makes it to their tea cup.
In addition to the "tea experience" we could also offer the guests a "walking" experience, and Glenburn remains one of the few destinations in India where you can walk all day and return to luxury at night. We grow our own fresh herbs, spices and many fruit and vegetables, making the experience a "foodie" one as well, with an emphasis on using local ingredients to create mouth watering, unique menus.
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The Burra Bungalow -home to generations of planters, remains the focal point of Glenburn hospitality, with its sweeping Main Verandah, cozy Living Room (with fireplace and library) and grand Dining Room where our candle-lit sit-down dinners are held. The four bedrooms have been charmingly decorated, each following a different theme, and are comfortable and spacious, yet cosy. Each of the suites, as their names suggest, offer a unique experience for our guests. Some have single rooms attached to the main suite allowing comfortable accommodation for a third (or fourth) sharing the suite, and each of them open on to the main verandah, with private entrances to the gardens behind the main bungalow. Two of the suites have fireplaces and three of the bathrooms have free standing bathtubs while all four bathrooms have a lovely walk-in rain shower. There are views of the mountains from the Front Verandah, but not directly from any of the rooms. The Water Lily Bungalow, with four more suites and a stunning location on the edge of the Glenburn spur comprises a Living Room, smaller Dining Room, two verandahs and garden areas laid out on two levels, and connected to The Burra Bungalow by a stone staircase. It also houses a large recreation and meeting room, as well as our Massage and Steam Room. All four bedrooms have direct views of the mountains, with antique furniture, private balconies, bay windows/or sitouts. The bathrooms have antique free-standing bathtubs, each with a view, walk-in rain showers and old fashioned washstands with Venetian mirrors.
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Gentle Doctor Animal Hospital in Las Vegas, NV Discusses Dermatology
Pets are part of the family. Like everyone else, pets require quality grooming and health care. If your pet's coat is dry and dull, they are likely to chew and scratch constantly. Sometimes, the scratching and chewing may be a sign of a serious underlying condition. It is prudent to consult a pet dermatologist. At Gentle Doctor Animal Hospital, we have skilled pet dermatology experts who serve pet owners in Las Vegas, NV. Listed below are some of the main causes of skin irritation in pets.
Skin Irritation
Pets suffering from skin irritation are termed as pruritus. They are common in most veterinary clinics comprising over 40% of all visits. Persistent scratching caused discomfort to most animals. It prevents them from feeding correctly hence resulting in significant weight loss. In severe cases, a dog may bark throughout the night. Moreover, the irritation causes infections, hair loss, and skin lesions.
Hair Loss
Hair loss, alopecia, is a significant skin problem in dogs and cats. It affects an animal's endocrine system, immune system, lymphatic system, and skin. It can affect pets of all breeds, gender, and ages. A pet may experience acute or gradual hair loss. It appears as bald circles with inflammation and crusting in some parts.
Mange is a significant cause of hair loss. It is a skin disorder which results from mite bites. However, alopecia may occur due to trauma, infection or immunity diseases. There are two significant types of hair loss in Las Vegas pets, symmetrical and asymmetrical hair loss.
Skin Rash
Bacterial infections or external parasites including fleas and mites often cause a skin rash. Hot spots are usually in dogs, and they tend to spread quickly. Their skin is highly sensitive to environmental and physiological changes. It reacts negatively by developing rashes.
Skin rash in pets can occur due to:
- Skin infections: A cut on the skin surface can lead to a fungal, yeast or bacterial infection.
- Allergies: Environmental allergies cause rashes on the pet's belly.
- Parasites: Fleas, ticks, and mites cause skin irritation, therefore, exposing your pet to infections.
Pet allergies are a significant cause of skin irritation. They are classified into three groups; food, fleas, and the environment. Often, flea bites cause transient skin irritation in pets. Most pets with flue allergy are usually hypersensitive. A single bite can trigger persistent scratching and chewing. Managing fleas is a challenge for many pet owners.
Environmental allergy, atopy, results from allergens such as pollen and mite dander. A pet can inhale them or absorb them through their skin. Allergic dogs need allergy shots during allergy seasons. Unlike other allergies, food allergies are not common in many pets. An animal's hypersensitivity to a particular protein may trigger an adverse reaction in the body.
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It certainly is outrageous, but it is not surprising. Right now, our government is trying to pass a bill, which would render 22 million Americans without health care coverage, and which would decimate the Medicaid program jeopardizing the lives of millions of Americans, particularly those with disabilities. Oh, and also, there is the travel ban for Muslims.
Discrimination is everywhere. A tragic commentary on humankind.
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This is a disgrace, but at least that man's dramatic way of getting on the plane called attention to the situation.
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National Underground Railroad Freedom Center Becomes New Home of Cincinnati's Last Free Standing African American Bookstore
CINCINNATI, OH – The National Underground Railroad Freedom Center announced today that they are the new home of Cincinnati's last free standing, black-owned African American bookstore—Smith & Hannon, formerly located in Bond Hill. Museum admission is not required to visit the bookstore.
Located on the first floor of the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center, Smith & Hannon is Cincinnati's destination for African American literature—ranging in a large selection of non-fiction and fiction titles in a wide range of genres including: biographies, autobiographies, history, children and young adult, poetry, religion and spirituality and much more. In addition to new titles, Smith & Hannon also features a selection of first edition titles available for purchase.
"We are elated to be the new home of Smith & Hannon Bookstore," says Dr. Clarence G. Newsome, president of the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center. "It is important that we continue the tradition that Mrs. Smith began in 2001, by providing the community with access to such an invaluable resource. People of all walks of life will be exposed to the great works of many African American authors, as well as connect with up and coming authors."
Smith & Hannon Bookstore was founded in 2001 in Bond Hill by former Cincinnati educator, Joyce Smith. After teaching and administrating for 30 years in both public and parochial schools, Smith understood the importance of literacy and education in the African American community and, upon retirement, sought out to create a community space where readers of every age could meet to read, connect and gain exposure and access to African American literature and authors.
"Smith & Hannon Bookstore will continue to be an accessible resource to the local community at the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center," says Joyce Smith, Smith & Hannon founder. "Now its reach will extend to readers of every age and background, extending the joy of reading and learning to a new generation of readers and future authors."
Smith & Hannon Bookstore is now open at the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center. Bookstore hours are Tuesday – Saturday, 11: 00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Admission to the museum is not required to visit the bookstore. For more information visit freedomcenter.org


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JJs Yard
We welcome you to join us at JJs Yard in Lagos to experience a place where people from all over the world meet and create memories. Our place brings people together from the minute you check in, grea... Daha fazla...
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Casa das Laranjeiras
A Casa das Laranjeiras is located in the historic city of Lagos, a few minutes walk to the beaches of the Costa d'Ouro and lively nightlife.
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Jetsurf House & Beach Club
Jetsurf House & Beach Club is located in Lagos, within a 5 minute walk to the famous Dona Ana beach and 10 minute to the city centre.
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LC's Guesthouse
LCs is a new Guest House, recently renovated, located next to the city centre (5 minute walk) and 5 minutes away from the boat that takes you to the biggest beach in Lagos.
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Oceans 7 - Lagos Guest House
Oceans 7 is a Guest House located in Lagos, Algarve, with a cozy familiar atmosphere.
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Blue Moon GuestHouse
Blue Moon Guesthouse has an excellent location, situated on the main street (Rua 25 de Abril), inside the historical city walls of Lagos.
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Lagos Charming Villas
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Casa do Sol Algarve
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Start: 2600 Garie Rd, Royal National Park
End: 14 Wilsons Creek Rd, Helensburgh
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Distance from CBD: 54.0 km
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Garie Beach to Helensburgh is a 11km, grade 4 One way hike located in Royal National Park, New South Wales. The hike should take approximately 4 hrs 30 mins to complete.
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This walk has a great mixture of ocean cliffs with fantastic views and beautiful forest. The walk follows the well maintained Burgh Track passing great views of the ocean and the cliffs before turning inland and exploring some eucalypt forest on the way to Helensburgh. The environment and views near Lady Wakehurst Dr are incredibly special as the track winds its way through a shrouded eucalypt forest.
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Koala Reflection
Week beginning 21st July
Well it's been another busy week this week! On Monday we have continued to discuss recycling and where our rubbish goes. A few children told us that they have a special recycling bin at home and they help to sort the rubbish. Fantastic! We continued this topic at our story time by reading a book called "Where does our rubbish go?" This gave the children the opportunity to broaden their knowledge and understanding of recycling. In the coming weeks the children will be taking part in our environmental special helpers. This will give the children the opportunity to not only gain an understanding of how we can help take care of our environment but also gives them a sense of responsibility.
During our group time we have also been continuing our name recognition exercise. The children are getting very good at this, and are recognising not only their own name but their friends name too.
On Monday we did some marble painting. The koala children were able to pick the coloured paint they wanted to use and dip and then place the marble on their paper. This created some wonderful patterns on their paper. This exercise is great for building children's co-ordination and fine motor skills.
On Thursday we spent some time outdoors and the koala group were very busy in all areas. We had a considerable amount of children wanting to practice their balance and gross motor skills on the balancing pole. Annette and I were there to assist if required, as this can be quite challenging for the three year olds.
We are continuing to take great care of our sunflowers. The koala children have noticed significant changes since the end of last term and are very excited about it! Will be interesting to see how they are looking by the end of this term.
Our Koala Dory has been getting around, and its great to see all the fun the children are having! The children enjoy sharing their experiences with their friends during our group-time session.
Next week we will be continuing our topic of a healthy me. We will be tracing ourselves and then the children will be able to decorate their body using lots of different materials.
Have a lovely weekend!
Fiona and Karen
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My submission for IF this week. A sweet little witch with some friends entangled in her hair.
I did a quick sketch of her, scanned it into the computer and then painted her digitally over my sketch.
Halloween always gets me in the mood for storytelling. She might make a good book character. Hmmm.


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Crossroads Press has released Charles L. Grant's The Last Call of Mourning – An Oxrun Station Novel in a Kindle edition for only $2.99.
Description: Upon returning home to Oxrun Station from traveling Europe, Cynthia Yarrow notices that her family has changed. Her Mother cuts herself but does not bleed. Her Father lay dead before her eyes but is alright just hours later. Cynthia's suspicions lie with her family's new doctor, Dr. Kraylin. With her friend from years back, Ed, Cynthia must solve this mystery or die trying.
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Healthful Rest: Find Out How Damaging A Bad Bed Could Be
Even when a bed is not providing the comfort it should, some people decide to keep theirs anyway. Purchasing a new bed can seem daunting or expensive for some people. But sticking to that old bed may be a bad idea for several reasons, which this guide will help you understand.
Different Types Of Pain Could Arise
A bad bed could have leveling issues that will not provide the right support, which could lead to body aches, like a backache. An old bed might feel lumpy, especially if your bed has springs that might add pressure to different parts of your body. Keep in mind that the average person tosses and turns about 70 times a night, which explains how you can hurt yourself in more than one place. Yet, only 11 percent of people replace their beds when they experience discomfort.
Lack of a Goodnight's Sleep Could Lead To Other Things
You know that an uncomfortable bed might make it hard to get a good night's sleep, but do you know what kind of issues that might lead to? The following are just some of the things that lack of sleep could negatively affect:
- Your Brain. One of the most dangerous things that a bad bed could do to you is damage your brain cells because it is not allowing you to sleep well. A lack of sleep can damage your brain cells because you force your LC neurons to keep you awake. The lack of these neurons could lead to depression or diseases, like Parkinson's disease.
- Sexual Life. Another problem that you could see is a diminished sex life. The study was able to uncover how lack of sleep can affect a man's sexual drive and/or performance. This is because sleep problems seem to lower a man's testosterone. Remember that testosterone is also important for the production of strong sperm; this is especially important if you and your partner want to have children.
- Life Itself. One of the worst outcomes of sleeping in a bad bed is you might be shortening your life. Yes, studies have shown that the lack of sleep can cut your life expectancy. The scary truth is that those who do not sleep well were 12 percent more likely to die in the next 25 years or less.
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Whirlpool, the American manufacturer of home appliances will collaborate with Spare parts 3D for the production of spare parts. The Home appliance specialist wants to exploit 3D printing to improve its aftersales service.
Spare parts 3D is a Singapore-based company that takes advantage of 3D printing to accelerate industrialization. The start-up offers an online software called "Digipart" that enables its users to determine the most profitable part the can have while using 3D printing. The company explained that they are currently carrying out beta test for features such as the digital inventory repository, the quotation and ordering system. Results shall be made available to all Spare Parts 3D's customers by end of the year.
3D printing of spare parts for home appliances
The production of spare parts is gaining momentum in the transport industry as well as in the automotive industry. Such type of production has often been achieved by manufacturers and distributors of home appliances but did not receive a wide adoption at the beginning, especially in France, one of the countries that started offering such type of service in their aftersales service.
As far as Whirlpool is concerned, the manufacturer wants to be a game changer in its field of expertise. The collaboration between the two companies began in November 2017.
Whirlpool wanted Spare Parts 3D to tackle two key issues in a catalog analysis: obsolescence and shortages cases. The Singaporean team therefore reviewed over 11 000 SKU automatically and found out that 7% of the SKU were profitable economically and suitable for a fabrication using additive manufacturing.
Going back on the use of 3D printing for spare parts, the manufacturer will be using three types of processes: HP, FDM, SLA combined with 5 materials (ABS, ABS V0, PA12, Rubber-like resin, and PP-like resins). A first part, a push button made in Nylon with the MFJ technology, is a good start of this offer that has been added to the company's customer service.
A first part that will certainly bring hope in the use of 3D printing for the home appliances industry. Franco Secchi, Head of Consumer Services and Quality for Whirlpool EMEA commented on this collaboration's success: "Spare Parts 3D gave me a pragmatic view on how to use 3D printing in our business. I know we won't make large production batches with this technology, but there is an excellent value to solve obsolescence and shortage issues which generally fold into low volumes demands. This way 3D printing can have a direct significative impact on our customer care."
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In Ancient Times Cats Were Worshiped As Gods; They Have Not Forgotten This
Isn't that a funny quote? This book gave me a such a giggle. The quotes are hilarious and the images were a delight. Here's some info on how this book came to life.
North Dakota photographer Nancy Hendrickson (1886-1982) had a passion for animals and was a talented seamstress. Throughout her life, she took thousands of photographs featuring her cats and other pets wearing handmade clothing and performing a spectrum of acts chronicling life on the farm in the 1920s and 1930s.
At the time, her photos won national prizes and were circulated in newspapers, magazines, and on postcards. These images have since taken residence in the archives of the North Dakota State Heritage Center and State Museum in Bismarck. Civilized Cats: An Album in Words and Pictures has given a selection of these lovingly produced and rarely seen photographs new life; interweaving them with clever narrative by some of the great thinkers, entertainers, and cat lovers of our time.
The result is a coffee table worthy collection of words and pictures that inspires great conversation and joy to all who flip through its pages.
Since it's the gift giving season, you may want to give this book to the cat lover in your life. I'm sure they'll love it.
It can be purchased online at Civilized Cats.


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Sometime back in the 1980's I subscribed for a year or so to the Magazine of Fantasy and Science Fiction. During that period of time I read a short-story (probably in this magazine, but possibly elsewhere) which involved a person who was able to see a different landscape than the one which is currently present—able to see different plants and animals than are currently living. I think that the people in the story worked out which geologic period (s?)he was seeing by comparing the descriptions of what was seen with a geologic map. Alas, I read that story before taking my first geology class. Now that I am a geologist, I would love to go back and read it again. However, I have no idea what it was called, who wrote it, or even if the geology part was a minor interesting side part of the story, or the overriding plot device. Do any of you remember reading this story?
Thursday, 11 November 2010
Does anyone remember this story?
3 comments:
- Lessons From a student said...
Having been born in the 90's i dare say no, But it sounds like an awesome story. Post if you find it? :)
- 14 November, 2010 00:51
- A Life Long Scholar said...
I also asked on a forum for the magazine, and someone there suggested that "That sounds a lot like "The Secret Place" by Richard McKenna, but that was published elsewhere in 1966". The summary for that story I found on line does sound much like what I remember reading, but I haven't been able to find the story itself to be certain. Also, I have no idea where I would have found it to read if it were this one, given its publication date...
- 14 November, 2010 13:22
- Rockdawg said...
My brother used to subscribe to the same magazine in the early 80's, and I read them all. The story you describe does not ring a bell and it probably would have with me since, I was working on my masters in geology at the time.
It does remind me of the type of stuff Ray Bradbury might have written during that time.
If you ever figure it out let us know I would love to read the story.
- 28 November, 2010 01:50


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Peck CH. 1913. Report of the State Botanist 1912. Bulletin of the New York State Museum 167: 51-52.
Tricholoma chrysenteroides Pk.
Plate 132
Pileus fleshy, convex or nearly plane, glabrous, or slightly silky, firm, pale yellow or at length rufescent, the margin sometimes reflexed, flesh pale yellow, taste and odor farinaceous; lamellae close, adnexed, often with venose interspaces, yellowish, sometimes becoming dingy with age; stem equal, firm, glabrous, solid or stuffed, rarely hollow, yellowish without and within; spores ellipsoid, 8-10 x 5-6 microns.
The golden-flesh tricholoma is easily known by its pale yellow color and its farinaceous odor and taste. It is similar in color to Tricholoma sulphureum Bull. Its cap is one to two or sometimes two and a half inches broad, convex or nearly flat above or occasionally with the margin curved upward. It is smooth or slightly silky and its flesh is colored like the cap. Indeed the plant is nearly uniform in color throughout, except in old specimens in which the upper surface of the cap becomes reddish. The lamellae are rather close, adnexed, usually veiny in the interspaces and are apt to become dingy with age. The stem is equal in diameter throughout, firm, smooth or somewhat silky fibrillose, solid or rarely stuffed or slightly hollow when large or old and colored like the pileus. It was found growing under poplar trees among fallen leaves at Vaughns in September. When cooked it has an agreeable flavor but old specimens are liable to be somewhat tough, though still very palatable.


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DUSHANBE -- Tajik border guards and Afghan drug traffickers clashed three separate times Monday, Asia-Plus reported Tuesday (June 12), citing a Tajik border official.
Two of the clashes took place in the jurisdiction of the Hamadoni border outpost, according to Tajik Border Troops spokesman Maj. Mukhammad Ulugkhojayev.
The fleeing Afghans abandoned 15kg of hashish and 1kg of opium on the battlefield in the first shootout and 7kg of hashish and 4kg of opium in the second, he said.
The third clash of the day, which occurred within the jurisdiction of the Panj border outpost, ended with the fleeing Afghans abandoning 35kg of hashish in Tajikistan.
No Tajik troops were wounded in the fighting, he said. He did not discuss casualties among the smugglers.


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This is not a bad show, but it's not that good, either. If it was on, and I
was bored, I would probably watch it. I like the actors, particularly Ben
Hollingsworth, who plays new model from Iowa, Chris. He looks a bit like Tom
Welling. I like Misha Barton, from when she was on The O.C.
The show is basically about aspiring young models in New York City. It's a
good idea, but the writing could be a lot better.
The thing is, I'm almost 48, so the show is clearly not aimed at me. At the
very least, it's aimed at people who like models and shows like "Top Model"
or "Project Runway". I've never really cared about what I wear, or what
others or wearing, or which designer made which celebrity's outfit. If you
like that kind of thing, this show may be for you. It's like "Ugly Betty"
without the humor and great acting.
The show is probably most aimed at teenagers (heck, the whole CW network is
aimed at them, anyway). They may enjoy the young kids vying to be the next
supermodel. Several real-life fashion celebrities are in the show, such as
Elle McPherson and Zac Posen. (I'd never heard of him before this, but
apparently he's a big deal in the fashion world)
My husband watched five minutes with me and said that it was embarrassingly
bad. I don't agree with that assessment, but then he's very picky. There
were quite a few cliches, I will admit. Ashton Kutcher helped create the
show and co-writes it. He used to be a model before he was an actor, so it
makes sense. Some of the other writers have impressive credits from shows
like "Men in Trees", "Everwood", "Providence" and "Jericho", so the writing
should definitely be better. Maybe it will improve after the first epiosode.
I really hate the name of the show, though. I hope they just shorten it to
TBL the way they have with NCIS and House (both of which had stupid,
overly-long, redundant titles when they first started), or like TRL.
Does anyone remember what that show's full name is any more?
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